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Slain veteran journalist Barbara Gayle remembered as someone who impacted many lives
Slain veteran journalist Barbara Gayle was today remembered as a loving, jovial, and supportive person who impacted many lives. Gayle's thanksgiving was held today at the Kencot Seventh-day Adventist Church in St Andrew. The service was filled...
CommentsTwo men charged for breaking into car and stealing money
Simple larceny and malicious destruction of property charges have been laid against two Kingston men for breaking into a car and stealing a pouch containing money. They are 22-year-old labourer Christian Plummer of Rum Lane and 27-year-old Adrian...
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Slain veteran journalist Barbara Gayle remembered as someone who impacted many lives
Slain veteran journalist Barbara Gayle was today remembered as a loving, jovial, and supportive person who impacted many lives. Gayle's thanksgiving was held today at the Kencot Seventh-day Adventist Church in St Andrew. The service was filled...
Comments2024: A year of drama, setting stage for general election
In 2024, the political temperature in Jamaica saw a dramatic shift, particularly surrounding the announcement of the long-overdue local government elections (LGE) scheduled for February 26. This event sparked a whirlwind of debates and heightened...
CommentsHonours even
JAMAICA AND New Zealand will have it all to play for later today in their Davis Cup group II qualifier after a thrilling opening day of tennis at the Eric Bell Tennis Centre left the combatants in a 1-1 stalemate. Affectionately known as ‘Mr. Davis...
Comments‘I am so very proud’
WHEN JAMAICA and Trinidad and Tobago face off over the course of two friendlies this week, five players from the Jamaica Premier League’s Montego Bay United will don the national colours, but not all for the same team. The western Jamaica top-...
CommentsSlow sales for Zoukie group’s modular homes
Following the launch of its prefabricated modular home in May last year, DM Equipment Limited has only sold two of the units so far – one each in Lucea, Hanover and May Pen, Clarendon. However, the company remains optimistic that Jamaicans will...
CommentsFund managers shift to real estate and cash
Fund managers in Jamaica still invest more than half of client funds into fixed-income securities, but that figure fell over the year, while investments in real estate and cash grew by double-digits, according to the latest statistical report from...
Comments‘Bam Bam: The Sister Nancy Story’ of the woman behind the voice
Forty-two years after Jamaican dancehall deejay and singer Ophlin Russell, better known as Sister Nancy and Muma Nancy, did the iconic song Bam Bam on the Stalag 17 riddim, Bam Bam: The Sister Nancy Story, a documentary about her life and what is...
CommentsDavid Rodigan and Bass Odyssey in St Ann ‘not a clash ... it’s a juggling’
When legendary sound clash titan David ‘Ram Jam’ Rodigan takes control of the wheels of steel on February 8 at Tranquillity Gardens, Dunn’s River Park, in St Ann, to play “with” — the promoter insists that it’s not “against” — his nemesis, Bass...
Comments5 years after Britain left the EU, the full impact of Brexit is still emerging
LONDON (AP): Five years ago Friday, two crowds of people gathered near Britain’s Parliament – some with Union Jacks and cheers, others European Union flags and tears. On January 31, 2020 at 11 p.m. London time – midnight at EU headquarters in...
CommentsSenior Trump official discusses migrants with Maduro
CARACAS, Venezuela (AP): A senior Trump administration official travelled Friday to Venezuela to urge President Nicolás Maduro’s government to take back deported migrants who have committed crimes in the United States and release a handful of...
CommentsShining a light on Jamaica’s nighttime vibes
Curtains came down on the JPS 101 Night Lights Photo Competition, with an exhibition and announcement of the top awardees, at the company’s Kingston headquarters. Several entrants and invited guests attended the recent handover event that saw more...
CommentsMusgrave Market: Where Port Antonio comes alive
In the heart of Port Antonio, Musgrave Market isn’t just a place to shop. It’s where the community gathers, stories are shared, and everyday life unfolds. Whether you are a local picking up fresh produce or a visitor looking for authentic Jamaican...
CommentsThe 2025 BMW X3: A Refined Evolution
The BMW X3 has carved a distinct niche for itself in the competitive luxury compact SUV segment. This third-generation model continues to refine the formula, blending athleticism with everyday practicality. I recently spent time with the 2025 BMW...
Comments2024 VW Tiguan R-Line: A Refined Ride with a Few Quirks
The Volkswagen Tiguan has been a staple in the compact SUV segment for years, offering a blend of style, practicality, and German engineering. The 2024 Tiguan R-Line, with its sharp edges and defined character lines, takes this formula to the next...
CommentsFashion designer Ackeilia Caine makes waves with Golden Isles Collection
Greece – the essence of timeless beauty, rich history, and a deep connection to the sea – was the true inspiration behind Trendzy By Ackeilia’s 2025 spring resort collection, Golden Isles. Recently, specially invited guests gathered at New Haven...
Bridal wear in the spotlight at Wedding Fest
There was quite a buzz at the AC Hotel on Sunday evening for the highly anticipated premiere nuptial event, Wedding Fest. With exhibitors offering a wide variety of services for tying the knot, Elevated Gowns and Decor and The Sweetest Weddings...
Imani Duncan-Price | Upskilling workforce: Catalyst for Jamaica’s productivity revolution
In an era defined by rapid technological advancement and shifting global economic dynamics, Jamaica’s private sector stands at a crossroads. The island’s historically sluggish productivity growth has long hampered its economic potential, but a...
CommentsRichard Azan | Infrastructure crisis – call of accountability and action
Jamaica’s road network is crumbling before our eyes. Potholes litter our streets, inadequate drainage systems lead to constant flooding, and the overall quality of infrastructure continues to decline. This isn’t just an inconvenience. It’s a threat...
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Editorial | Trump and the logistic hub
Byron Blake and Ohene Blake | Need for root and branch change in agriculture policy and financing