ICE Detention Release: Newton Waite, a Jamaican-born chef-owner, has been released from ICE detention after nearly 10 months and returned to his Vineyard Caribbean Cuisine counter, where supporters and islanders turned out to welcome him back. Hurricane Melissa Accountability: Permanent Secretary Dr Rocky Meade told Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee that ODPEM spent just 2% of Hurricane Melissa cash donations, saying priorities shifted to donated items (including perishable goods) in the immediate aftermath. Housing Recovery Delays: Meade also blamed unresolved land titling for slowing the distribution of modular homes for Melissa victims, noting about 1,200 units are already in Jamaica while ownership checks continue. Emancipation Jubilee Line-up: The 2026 Emancipation Jubilee Vigil runs July 31 to Aug 1 at Seville Heritage Park, St Ann, with performances including Marcia Griffiths, Warrior King, Petra Kaye and cultural groups, plus a midnight re-enactment of the Emancipation Proclamation. Cannabis Regulation: The Cannabis Licensing Authority opened new headquarters at 7 Haining Road, Kingston, aiming to improve service delivery and support for Jamaica’s medicinal cannabis industry. Commonwealth Games Viewing: Jamaica athletes like Shericka Jackson are set for Glasgow (July 23–Aug 2), with guides circulating on how to watch live streams, including free options in some countries.