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Police say messages about Liguanea kidnapping are false
The police are advising persons that messages circulating on social media detailing an alleged case of kidnapping in Liguanea, St Andrew, are false. The Corporate Communications Unit (CCU) of the Jamaica Constabulary Force says the Force's...
CommentsPortmore man before court for alleged fake driver's licence
A Portmore man who allegedly presented a fake driver's licence to the police during a traffic stop is set to reappear in the St Catherine Parish Court on April 25. Thirty-eight-year-old Mariano Oliver of Gregory Park, Portmore,...
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‘Stop vilifying China’
The Chinese Government has fired back at the Trump administration over its “predatory practices” claim, calling it the United States’ (US) attempt to spread disinformation and sow discord in its relationships with other countries. “The so-called...
CommentsWindsor Heights residents cry foul amid water frustrations
Getting water uphill is a Herculean and expensive task. Residents of Windsor Heights in Central Village, St Catherine, also find it deeply unnerving after repeatedly paying a “flat fee” to the National Water Commission (NWC) for the commodity,...
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Cybersecurity data breach leaves Access client enraged
A hotel executive and her mother were in stunned disbelief after they found out last Wednesday that sensitive personal information from a transaction with Access Financial Services (AFS) was openly accessible on the Internet. They found out through...
CommentsMahoe Gaming to suspend four games amid rapid sales decline
Mahoe Gaming Enterprises Limited (MGEL), which burst onto the lottery scene almost five years ago, is moving to suspend four of its games because of financial challenges that are impacting its operations. Mahoe Gaming, in a February 5, 2025 letter...
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PERFECT 100
KINGSTON COLLEGE (KC) enjoyed their fairytale ending to the schoolboy track and field season, capping off their centenary celebrations with a Mortimer Geddes Trophy. Joining KC in celebration will be Hydel High School, who upset the applecart for...
Comments‘Champs used to be like Christmas’ Premium
WHILE THE ISSA/GraceKennedy Boys and Girls’ Athletics Championships (Champs) continues to attract a large number of track and field fans from home and abroad, vendors at the National Stadium have stated they are seeing a decrease in sales. One of...
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Daniel Chong soon to take over leadership of Honey Bun
Daniel Chong will step into the role of CEO of Honey Bun, as soon as he wraps up a $600-million project to expand the baking company’s business, replacing his mother as head of the family business that went public more than a decade ago. The...
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Director Rebecca Williams zooms in
Cue the next scene in Rebecca Williams’ filmmaking journey. Invigorated by her working trip to the Locarno Film Festival in Switzerland last summer, the budding Jamaican feature film director is inching ever closer to seeing her dream project, a...
Comments25 years of ‘Stage One’ has Sean Paul nostalgic
The early 2000s was a golden era for dancehall and at the centre of it all was Sean Paul. With the release of his début album, Stage One, featuring anthems like Haffi Get Dah Gal Yah (Hot Gal Today) and Deport Dem, Sean Paul wasn’t just...
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Powerful quake kills more than 150 people
BANGKOK (AP): A powerful earthquake rocked Myanmar and neighbouring Thailand on Friday, destroying buildings, a bridge and a dam. At least 144 people were killed in Myanmar, where photos and video from two hard-hit cities showed extensive damage....
CommentsTrump seeks Supreme Court permission to deport Venezuelans under wartime law
WASHINGTON (AP): The Trump administration on Friday asked the Supreme Court for permission to resume deportations of Venezuelan migrants to El Salvador under an 18th-century wartime law, while a court fight continues. The emergency appeal to the...
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The subconscious: your personal ‘magic wand’
Our subconscious mind plays a crucial role in shaping our reality. It stores everything we think, feel, and experience, forming patterns that influence our future actions. By understanding and harnessing this power, we can transform our habits and...
CommentsTraversing the rich tapestry of St Thomas
Nestled in Jamaica’s south-eastern region, the parish of St Thomas boasts a rich tapestry of history, culture, and natural beauty. Originally known as ‘St Thomas in the East’ to distinguish it from ‘St. Thomas in the Vale’, the parish’s name...
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2025 Honda CR-V vs 2025 Subaru Forester
The 2025 Subaru Forester is a redesigned model, but Subaru didn’t exactly stray from the formula of the last generation. It is still a boxy, small SUV with great visibility, adventure-ready versatility, and a no-nonsense approach to interior design...
CommentsThe revised 2025 Hyundai Tucson Diesel
As an automotive enthusiast, I have had the pleasure of revisiting the Hyundai Tucson, specifically the 2025 diesel variant with its 2.0-litre turbo engine. Having previously tested the 2023 model, I was keen to experience the subtle yet...
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Dream House | A Bali-inspired sanctuary in Rose Hall
This is a contemporary house of considerable mystique. The extent of the actual building and its world-class facilities are deliberately hidden behind high walls, so as to keep evil spirits out. The design is inspired by the architecture of Bali,...
Anna-Leigh Atkinson on confidence, balance and thriving in finance
In a world where finance remains largely male-dominated, Anna-Leigh Atkinson has carved out a space of her own, embracing challenges with courage and determination. Raised in an environment that fostered both discipline and faith, Atkinson was...
Gordon Robinson | We are not ready for transformational change
The annual visit to Gordon House by Jamaica’s National Three-Ring Circus (a.k.a. “Budget Debate”) was particularly entertaining and equally revealing. We all know that economic growth is a result of increased production. The sole issue is how can...
CommentsDennis Zulu | Accelerating rights, equality, and empowerment for all women and girls
This month, we again celebrated the resilience, achievements, and contributions of women and girls in Jamaica and the world at large. Yet, even as we mark significant milestones toward addressing the many challenges that women and girls face in...
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Editorial | Marco Rubio in the Caribbean
Lisa Vasciannie | Prospects of diaspora vote for Jamaica