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Speaking with IRIE FM News this afternoon, Corporate Public Relations Manager at NWC Delano Williams noted that the Mona Reservoir increased by 0.1 percent, equivalent to 4.1 million gallons.

He said the Hermitage Dam increased by 2.6 million gallons.

Mr Williams said while the systems are practically at the same level the rains are encouraging.

In the meantime, he said the company will continue to monitor facilities in other areas of the island.

He is calling on the nation not to overestimate the small periods of rainfall.

Speaker of the House of Representatives, Juliet Holness made the disclosure during the opening ceremony for the 48th Regional Conference of the Caribbean, the Americas and the Atlantic region of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association yesterday.

The conference is being held under the theme “Strengthening Parliaments in the Digital Age” the conference runs until September 5.

Mrs Holness said the development of the website represents an important step in making Jamaica’s Parliament more accessible and responsive.

She said every piece of legislation and document that exists in Parliament would be available on the website.

Mrs Holness noted that the platform will also have live streaming capabilities.

Dancehall star Kranium says “Can’t Believe” was one of the biggest risks he took in his career, as he reflects on his collaboration with Ty Dolla $ign and Wizkid.

Speaking with DJ Fire Starr on the Influential Records Podcast, the dancehall star reflected on the making of “Can’t Believe,” revealing that the collaboration was a major gamble at the time.

“Can’t Believe” ultimately became one of Kranium’s most notable international records. Produced by ZJ Liquid, the track has amassed over 138 million views on YouTube.

Tarrus Riley is sending condolences to the family of a 93-year-old fan whom he serenaded with his hit song, “She’s Royal,” in the Cayman Islands last year.

The touching encounter happened after Marlena requested a money pull-up during Riley’s performance at the Roots Rock Reggae Concert last March.

Via his Instagram Story, Riley shared a clip from the performance while reminiscing about their memorable encounter.

“She’s Royal” is featured on Riley’s debut album, Parables. To date, the 18-year-old track has amassed more than 153 million views on YouTube, cementing its status as one of reggae’s enduring classics.

Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness has stated that cybersecurity can no longer be regarded as a technical matter as it is now a critical part of the nation’s democratic resilience response.

He was speaking last evening at the opening ceremony for the 48th Regional Conference of the Caribbean, the Americas and the Atlantic Region of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association at Moon Palace Jamaica in Ocho Rios, St. Ann.

Dr. Holness reiterated that misinformation and disinformation are threats to Jamaica’s democracy.

The Prime Minister said responding to this issue means ensuring that parliamentary systems, communications and data are secured.

Describing misinformation and disinformation as an epidemic, Dr. Holness noted that it can no longer be ignored as it breaches public trust.

A call is being made for Education Minister, Dr. Dana Morris Dixon to move with alacrity to approve the appointment of a principal for the St. Mary High School.

Member of Parliament for St. Mary Central Omar Newell who made the appeal said the institution should not enter another academic year without settled leadership.

Mr. Newell wants the minister to approve urgently the recommendation of the Board of Governors for the principal’s appointment.

Mr. Newell, who is also a past student of St. Mary High said the absence of a permanently appointed principal limits the school’s ability to undertake the long-term planning and execution necessary for its continued development.

Parents are being reminded that their role also incorporates providing children with emotional support.

Sub-officer in charge of the St Catherine North Police’s Community Safety and Security Branch, Sergeant Kester Fennel says he is often perturbed by how parents view their children’s development.

According to Sergeant Fennel, some parents are more focused on only providing financial support for their children while ignoring their performance in school.

He noted that some parents are unaware that their children are staying away from school and called on them to play a more active role in their children’s lives.

The Jamaica Medical Doctors’ Association (JMDA) says it continues to monitor issues relating to interns even as it has submitted proposals on how to increase their numbers.

The association met recently with Health Ministry representatives.

In June, medical interns staged a protest to register their frustration with a number of issues impacting them.

The JMDA disclosed then that there had been a significant drop in the number of interns working within medical facilities island-wide.

It said this had created significant human resource and clinical issues.

JMDA also indicated that in many facilities, the interns have been working for periods of 24 to 32 hours on some days.

In response, Health Minister Dr. Christopher Tufton released a statement on June 24, stating that he had ordered an audit and a review of the duty roster within three days.

Speaking with IRIE FM News, JMDA President Dr. Jubilee Brown-Service said the association wasn’t formally updated on that process until being invited to a meeting on August 7.

She noted that the association has not received any update on its suggestions and whether or not the Ministry will use any of them. 

“Technology must remain the servant of democracy, not its master.”

That was the declaration from Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness as he addressed the 48th conference of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association last evening.

Dr. Holness said the transformation that will come as a result of technology must preserve the dignity of the people.

He stated that parliamentarians cannot turn to artificial intelligence to make decisions for the Jamaican people.

Lauderhill Vice Mayor, Richard Campbell, who is also of Jamaican heritage is now behind bars.

According to Broward jail records, the 70-year-old, who was arrested yesterday afternoon was charged with simple domestic battery and tampering or arresting a witness or victim which is a felony.

As NBC 6 South Florida reports, Campbell was last elected two years ago and is now on the ballot, campaigning for City Commission Seat 4.