Nuclear Energy - Time fi Tune een Jamaica

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Michael Spence

An all-island power outage must be a wake-up call for all Jamaicans. The nation runs almost entirely on imported oil. 

That leaves our electricity bills at the mercy of others and global oil prices. We need to ask, "Has anyone seriously considered nuclear reactors to generate electricity right here at home?"

We already have the starting point. The University of the West Indies has operated a research reactor for decades. That means local expertise exists. The U.S. Navy’s aircraft carrier USS Nimitz runs 10 to 20 years on one nuclear fuel load without refueling. 

If it works at sea, the model is worth studying on land.

Yes, nuclear plants cost more upfront than oil plants. Nuclear power per kilowatt-hour is much cheaper than oil over the life of the plant. France gets about 60% of its electricity from nuclear and keeps costs stable. We can learn from that.

Right now, all our eggs are in the oil basket. We should phase in nuclear, 10% at a time, as part of a diversified mix with solar, coal, gas, and oil. No single source, no single investor. 

Over time, we could aim for 60% nuclear. That would cut electricity costs and make Jamaica more competitive globally.

The UWI reactor shows we’re not starting from zero. We should study it, scale the lessons, and make nuclear part of our strategic energy plan. 

Energy sovereignty is the goal. Time fi tune even to the nuclear energy option.

Michael Spence

Michael Spence is a graduate of Cornwall College and the University of the West Indies. He is a trained teacher, a sociologist, and a writer for Bark Di Trute.

Alert - Ladies This Is Serious!

This is a ladies' alert. Many of you are worried about losing your man to another woman when you are actually going to lose your man to PC (Prostate Cancer). Men are scared of going to the doctor, so I am using this medium to appeal to the ladies to ensure that your spouse and all your male relatives and friends go to the doctor to check on their prostate gland.

Prostate cancer is the most frequently diagnosed cancer in Jamaican men, accounting for over 40% of all male cancer diagnoses. 1,500 to 1,600 new cases are diagnosed every year in Jamaica. Yes, prostate cancer is nuff nuff eena Jumaica.

This evening I decided to do a bit of exercise and to walk around the block. I decided to speak to the men I saw about prostate cancer. It is amazing how little they know about this cancer. Only one man told me that he was tested and that he is OK. Some friends of a man told me that their friend is in intense pain with prostate cancer and his time on earth is limited. He was one of those who did not do what he was supposed to do.

I am appealing to you all, especially the ladies, to send this message to at least 10 or more males. This matter is very serious. You might lose your man, your relative, and other male relatives and friends to prostate cancer if they do not act now. If they wait too long, then mercy gone, the undertaker is at the door, and all you can do at that time is put yu han pan yu head an bawl, "Lawd Jesus, how him just dead so?" When you wait too long, obeah man cannot help you, bush medicine cannot help you, and only God can ease you from your pain.

The prostate is a small gland in the male reproductive system. Let your doctor do a PSA test or a physical examination to ascertain if further checks need to be done.

If it is suspected that you have prostate cancer, the doctor will let you do a biopsy to confirm the presence of the cancer. If you have reached a certain age and if the cancer is not aggressive, then the doctor might just give you medications.

To check if it has spread to other parts of the body, the neurologist might request that you do an MRI and a bone scan.

The doctor might then advise you to remove the prostate and/or do chemotherapy and other treatment, depending on the stage of the cancer and how aggressive it is.

The doctor might even put you on drugs to reduce the level of testosterone produced, which I understand encourages cancer growth.

Those who have ears to hear, let them hear. Those who have ears and will not hear will feel.

This article was not intended to give you medical advice. It is meant to encourage you to make sure that males close to you are tested for prostate cancer.

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NWC Alert

Press Release From The NWC - June 11; 2026

Customers along Central Avenue, Honey Hill, Beverlydale and nearby areas in St. Andrew are advised that investigations into the service disruption affecting their supply from the Constant Spring Water Facility are continuing.

The facility is currently operating at reduced capacity. NWC technical teams remain on site carrying out the necessary assessments and corrective work to restore full operations as quickly and safely as possible.

Other affected areas include upper sections of Constant Spring Rd, Roehampton and nearby areas, Highland Dr and nearby areas, upper Waterloo, Donmair, Mannings Hill Rd, Patrick City, West Ave, Queensborough,  Queensbury,  Molynes Rd & Gdns, Perkins, Duhaney Pk, Pembroke Hall, Sullivan Ave,  Swansea Ave, Oaklands, sect of Hughenden, Valentine Gdns, & environs 

Customers in these areas may receive water at low pressure or experience intermittent supply. Full supply will resume once restoration works are completed. 

Customers requiring trucked water may request same by contacting NWC Customer Care toll-free at 888-225-5692.

The National Water Commission apologizes for the extended inconvenience and appreciates the continued patience and understanding of its valued customers. For updates, customers may also call 888-225-5692 or visit @nwcjam on all social media 

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Beware - Earthquakes Come Without Warning!

The damage that an earthquake can do.

Scientists have expressed the opinion that Jamaica could have a major earthquake one day. Can you imagine if we experience an earthquake with a magnitude of 8 or more on the Richter scale? The tremor today reminded me of that possibility. I also recall that some years ago, when we had an earthquake, it took us about 6 hours before there was any official word on the earthquake. 

What are some of the challenges we can face after an earthquake?

1. A tsunami sometimes comes after an earthquake, and a tsunami can do significant damage to your coastal areas, and this would impact people living in those areas. A tsunami can travel 500 miles per hour or more.
2. After an earthquake, we can lose utility services. A main concern that I have is that one or more of the dams could be damaged, and we cannot get any water.
3. Hundreds of people could be injured.
4. Power lines on the ground could pose a danger to people.
5. There could be fires.
6. People could be trapped in buildings.
7. People could flock to the roads trying to reach a hospital to get medical attention, and this could result in gridlock on our roads.
8. Houses and people could end up in massive openings in the ground.
9. Many people will need assistance from first responders.
10. Houses might be damaged, resulting in people having nowhere to reside.

These are a few things that can happen, and the nation needs to know how we will deal with them. We need to be prepared to deal with it at home, at schools and other institutions, in our communities, and nationally.

Before we get into all these challenges, the nation should get information about the earthquake immediately after the tremor, and people should be advised what to do, especially if a tsunami is pending.

The current procedure of the Earthquake Unit at the UWI first sending information to Jamaica House, ODPEM, and the army, is a bureaucratic system that must be abandoned now. An earthquake tremor is an emergency, and the people should not have to hear via secondhand information from ODPEM and other places. An Emergency Alert System has been set up so the Earthquake Unit at the UWI could send information to the whole news media at the press of a button. The media houses would release the information to the public. That is why homes across Jamaica must have radios.

There is far more to be done, which I cannot cover in one blog. I hope that the ODPEM can put material online so that people can have access to the information about preparing for that earthquake.

Audio: Professor Simon Mitchell

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Concealment of US$270,580 At Sangster International Airport Results in Charges

Press Release From The Financial Investigations Division - June 10, 2026

June 10, 2026, Kingston, Jamaica: The Financial Investigations Division (FID) can confirm that Shawn Walker, a 34-year-old Jamaican and business operator from Crawford District, St. Elizabeth, has been arrested and charged in relation to the alleged concealment of US$270,580 at the Donald Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay, St. James.  

According to the report, Mr. Walker arrived in Jamaica on Sunday, June 7, 2026, on a United Airlines Flight from New Jersey in the USA. During routine customs control activities, Jamaica Customs Agency officers detected abnormalities in his luggage, which led to further checks and a manual search.  

The search reportedly revealed a large quantity of United States currency concealed in 28 sealed boxes of bath soap. When the boxes were opened and the cash was counted, the total amounted to US$270,580. Mr. Walker reportedly produced documents which could not sufficiently prove that the cash was legally obtained by him.

Following a question-and-answer session conducted on Monday, June 8, 2026, by officers from the Constabulary Financial Unit in the presence of his attorney, Mr. Donnovan Collins, Mr. Walker was subsequently charged for the following breaches of the Proceeds of Crime Act (POCA):

• Failure to report to the Designated Authority the transportation of cash into or out of Jamaica – Section 101(2),
• Possession of Criminal Property – Section 93(1) and 
• Concealment of Criminal Property – Section 92.

Mr Walker was remanded in custody and is scheduled to appear before the St. James Parish Court on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at 10:00 a.m.  

In commenting on the matter, Keith Darien, Principal Director of Financial Crimes Investigations at the FID, said: “This matter demonstrates the importance of vigilance at Jamaica’s ports of entry and the continued collaboration among agencies involved in detecting and investigating suspected financial crime, including our strategic partners at the Jamaica Customs Agency.

The FID remains committed to protecting Jamaica’s financial system from abuse, and citizens also have an important role to play. We urge businesses and travellers alike to use the formal banking system and to comply fully with all declaration requirements.”

Meanwhile, Cassell Dunkley, Director of Investigations at the Jamaica Customs Agency, echoed Mr. Darien’s sentiments, noting: “The seizure on Sunday underscores the importance of collaboration; and the Jamaica Customs Agency, along with the Financial Investigations Division, continues to collaborate in protecting our borders and our financial industry. We remain resolute and collaborative in working together to protect our borders. 

Therefore, we say to all law-abiding citizens, they do not need to worry; but we are saying to those who wish to create mayhem, perpetrators who try to abuse our systems or disrupt our operations, and all of that, we are working together to stop transnational crime and the aspect of illicit cross-border movement of cash. Well done team.”

Under the POCA, carrying cash across borders is perfectly legal; however, travellers must declare any amount over US$10,000, or its equivalent, and must be able to verify its source and purpose.

Meanwhile, the FID is reminding the public that charges are allegations and that the accused is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law. 

Audio: Cassel Dunkley

Audio: Keith Darien

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Emergency Alert - Earthquake

The following was received from the Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management. 

Press Release From ODPEM - June 10. 2026

The Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM) notes that a minor earthquake was felt in several parts of Jamaica at approximately 4:11 p.m. on Wednesday, June 10, 2026. 

Information from the Earthquake Unit at UWI, Mona, indicates that the earthquake had a magnitude of 3.5 and was located approximately 15 kilometres south of Annotto Bay, St. Mary, at a depth of 18 kilometres. 

The earthquake was reportedly felt in Kingston, St. Andrew, and St. Catherine. At this time, ODPEM has received no reports of damage or injuries. Assessments are ongoing through parish disaster coordinators and emergency response partners. 

ODPEM reminds the public that earthquakes occur without warning and encourages all Jamaicans to remain prepared. 

The Earthquake Unit continues to monitor the situation and will provide updates if additional information becomes available. 

Individuals who felt the earthquake are encouraged to submit reports to the Earthquake Unit to support seismic monitoring and analysis. 

All Jamaicans are urged to stay alert and be prepared. 

For preparedness information, visit www.odpem.gov.jm or follow ODPEM on social media. 

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Earthquake Felt

I just got messages from my Bark Di Trute supporters that there was an earthquake at minutes after 4 pm. If you felt an earthquake a short while ago, send me a WhatsApp message to (876) 816-5261. Give me your location and state if there was any damage.

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Emergency Alert

The following is a message from SSP Hopeton Nicholson:

Good evening, everyone. Please note that the Bog Walk Gorge is now open.

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Emergency Alert

The following message is from SSP Hopeton Nicholson:

Please note that the Bog Walk Gorge is now closed. Major Shooting incident. You will be updated

NWC Notice

Press Release From The NWC - June 9, 2026

Customers in the following Corporate Area communities are experiencing low water pressure or intermittent no water disruption due to issues on the NWC Constant Spring network:

Constant Spring Road, Constant Spring Gardens, Manor Park, Shortwood Road, Mannings Hill Road, Mannings Hill, Red Hills Road, Grants Pen, Oaklands, Havendale, Honey Hill, Cassava Piece

Whitehall Avenue, Queensborough, Queensbury, Woodhaven, Arlene Gardens, Valentine Gardens, Merrival, Swansea Avenue, Perkins Boulevard, Duhaney Park, Patrick City, Molynes Road, Washington Boulevard, Hughenden

Hagley Park Road, Waltham Park Road, Cassia Park Road, Maxfield Avenue, Moreton Park, Richmond Park, Cockburn Gardens, Whitfield Town, Lyndhurst Road, Cross Roads, Chisholm Avenue, Half Way Tree Road, Eastwood Park Road

The NWC is currently working to resolve the issues and have regular water supply restored as soon as possible. 

NWA To Get New Head - Praise The Lord!

Mr E. G. Hunter is leaving NWA at last. God has certainly answered prayers. Minister Morgan, it does not matter if Mr Hunter was pushed or encouraged or if he realized that he had overstayed his time. It is a moment of rejoicing.

Minister, you did not have to comment on Mr Hunter’s work, since it is all there for us to see on our roads.

I have always called the NWA the National Wutless Agency. I don’t care if the next head is politically approved or not, so long as we get someone to move the agency. Hopefully, one day soon I will stop calling the NWA the National Wutless Agency, and I will call it the National Working Agency. Stephen Shaw also needs to take a walk. We should not allow public servants to stay in certain positions too long so that it appears that these people have claimed adverse possessions to those posts. The well-performing ones should be allowed to remain.

When we are interviewing the next candidates for leading the NWA, we should ask the interviewees the following questions:

1. Under your watch, how long will a repaired pothole last?
2. What steps will you take to have an electronic register of potholes and damaged roads across the island?
3. What steps will you take to develop a temporary filling for potholes?
4. What steps will you take to alert drivers of all potholes and damaged roads?
5. What steps will be taken to ensure that no one digs up our roads until a time frame is given to recover the cost of repairing the road?
6. What steps will be taken to ensure there is quality assurance in how our roads are built and maintained?
7. What role can citizens play in ensuring that the NWA performs?
8. What steps will be taken to put in place a system that will record the cost of maintaining and repairing a stretch of road on an annual basis?

Failure of the CEO to direct the organisation to fulfill the objectives of the organizaton, should result in the CEO having to pack all bags and head for the road.

The following are some examples of Mr Hunter's award-winning work on display. This is Fairdene Avenue, in Kingston which has been repaired numerous times. He might get an OJ for his great work.

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