Disciplinary action taken by JRC stewards

Jamaica Racing Commission (JRC)

Horse Racing, Sports

June 26, 2026

Disciplinary action taken by JRC stewards

The stewards announce the following disciplinary actions arising from inquiries held at the offices of the Jamaica Racing Commission, Units 15-17 Big Buy Plaza, Portmore, St Catherine, on Tuesday, June 23, 2026.

Jockey Eric Haughton — who was summoned under Rule 247A (iv) for the use of abusive and calumnious language towards an employee of Supreme Ventures Racing and Entertainment Limited — was severely cautioned.

Man sets himself ablaze outside UN headquarters in New York

International News, Latest News

Man sets himself ablaze outside UN headquarters in New York

July 2, 2026

UNITED NATIONS, United States (AFP)—A man set himself on fire outside the New York headquarters of the United Nations on Thursday and died of his inju...

Water investments key to Jamaica’s resilience–Samuda

Latest News, News

Water investments key to Jamaica’s resilience–Samuda

July 2, 2026

ST JAMES, Jamaica—Minister of Water, Environment and Climate Change Matthew Samuda, says ongoing investments in wastewater and water-supply infrastruc...

Venezuela quake death toll rises to 2,595

International News, Latest News

Venezuela quake death toll rises to 2,595

July 2, 2026

CARACAS, Venezuela (AFP)—The death toll from Venezuela's twin earthquakes has risen to 2,595, Interim President Delcy Rodriguez said Thursday. Rodrigu...

Portugal defeat Croatia 2-1 to reach World Cup last 16

International News, Latest News

Portugal defeat Croatia 2-1 to reach World Cup last 16

July 2, 2026

TORONTO, Canada (AFP)—Substitute Goncalo Ramos's headed goal edged Portugal into the last 16 of the World Cup on Thursday after Croatia were dramatica...

Local Gov’t ministry receives US$1 million to support Hurricane Melissa recovery

Latest News, News

Local Gov’t ministry receives US$1 million to support Hurricane Melissa recovery

July 2, 2026

KINGSTON, Jamaica—The Ministry of Local Government and Community Development has received US$1 million in resources and cash to assist ongoing Hurrica...

Antigua Gov’t to publish white paper on relocation of TCNs

Latest News, Regional

Antigua Gov’t to publish white paper on relocation of TCNs

July 2, 2026

ST JOHN’S, Antigua (CMC) – The Antigua and Barbuda government says it will publish a White Paper on proposals regarding third-country nationals (TCNs)...

Marburg virus detected in Uganda toddler

International News, Latest News

Marburg virus detected in Uganda toddler

July 2, 2026

GENEVA, Switzerland (AFP)—The World Health Organization said Thursday that a case of Marburg virus disease had been detected in a toddler Uganda durin...

Daley calls for stronger laws to combat cyberbullying and AI-enabled abuse

Latest News, News

Daley calls for stronger laws to combat cyberbullying and AI-enabled abuse

July 2, 2026

KINGSTON, Jamaica—Opposition Spokesperson on Gender Affairs, Persons with Disabilities and the Elderly, Denise Daley is calling for Jamaica to strengt...

HOUSE RULES

We welcome reader comments on the top stories of the day. Some comments may be republished on the website or in the newspaper; email addresses will not be published.
Please understand that comments are moderated and it is not always possible to publish all that have been submitted. We will, however, try to publish comments that are representative of all received.
We ask that comments are civil and free of libellous or hateful material. Also please stick to the topic under discussion.
Please do not write in block capitals since this makes your comment hard to read.
Please don't use the comments to advertise. However, our advertising department can be more than accommodating if emailed: advertising@jamaicaobserver.com.
If readers wish to report offensive comments, suggest a correction or share a story then please email: community@jamaicaobserver.com.
Lastly, read our Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy