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Cornwall College opens memorabilia store
Cornwall College has officially opened a memorabilia store, a venture principal Michael Ellis says will boost school spirit and strengthen the institution’s connection with both students and alumni. Speaking at Monday’s launch at the school's...
CommentsA framework deal on TikTok has been reached between the US and China
MADRID (AP) — A framework deal has been reached between China and the US for the ownership of popular social video platform TikTok, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said after weekend trade talks in Spain. Bessent said in a press conference...
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‘Respect my name’
“Put some respect pon mi name!” shouted Jamaica’s newest 100m world champion Oblique Seville as he led the way with gold on day two at the Tokyo World Athletics Championships at the Japan National Stadium on Sunday. Jamaica picked up its first...
CommentsBritish national’s death triggers ATV probe
Cascade, St Mary: Investigations are continuing into the circumstances that led to a fatal all-terrain vehicle (ATV) accident in Cascade, St Mary, a few weeks ago, which claimed the life of a male British tourist and left his wife hospitalised. The...
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SheSecures Competition seeks to empower women in cybersecurity
The SheSecures Jamaica cybersecurity competition has been lauded for its role in helping to bolster the country’s cyberresilience and empowering women in the growing cybersecurity sector. The Ministry of National Security, in partnership with the...
CommentsJa joins Commonwealth countries in backing new strategic plan for shared prosperity
Commonwealth high commissioners, including representatives from Jamaica, have approved a five-year strategic plan for the Commonwealth Secretariat to deliver focused support for the 2.7 billion people it serves. To set the stage for a new era of...
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‘I wanted to give up’
TOKYO, Japan: While celebrating her first-ever global medal in the women’s 100 metres at the Tokyo World Athletes Championships yesterday, Jamaica’s Tina Clayton revealed she would have quit the sport last year if not for the support of her mother...
CommentsOne last time
TOKYO, Japan: After leaving the track in her final individual race at the World Athletics Championships yesterday, Jamaican sprint icon Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce took the time to reflect on her illustrious career, while praising the rise of the next...
CommentsWisynco profit chopped one-fifth by slowdown
Increased costs and a general slowdown in consumer demand spliced into Wisynco Group Limited’s bottom line at year ending June, but the beverage manufacturer and consumer goods distributor says it has since seen signs of a turnaround. Wisynco...
CommentsOran Hall | Bonds are risky too Premium
Bonds are popular with investors who are keen on the safety of their principal, expecting to receive all of their principal on the maturity date. The experience of some investors, including the elderly who rely on them as a source of retirement...
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Lasco Chin Foundation champions the culture
Award-winning playwright David Tulloch took just one week to complete a script about National Hero Sam Sharpe, a project which he found particularly fulfilling. The production will have its triumphant unveiling next month at the weekly Yaadbridge...
CommentsCreatives eye opportunities at Echoes of Renaissance summit in Ghana
Jamaican creatives, filmmakers, musicians and music industry professionals are eyeing an upcoming event, the Echoes of the Renaissance Summit and One Love Xperience, which will convene in Accra, Ghana, February 19 to 21, 2026. The event will...
CommentsLetter of the Day | True help to Haiti
THE EDITOR, Madam: CARICOM members are taking careful note of the US’s current treatment of Venezuela. Trinidad Prime Minister’s endorsement of its slaughter of the Venezuelan fishermen is, nonetheless, shocking to other Caribbean countries. US...
CommentsStop live streaming acts of violence
THE EDITOR, Madam: I am writing to express my deep concern about a troubling trend that has emerged in our society, the live broadcasting of violent crimes for clicks and views. Recent incidents, such as the widely circulated “Brownman v Police”...
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Hispanic Heritage Month celebrations make adjustments in current political climate
Each year during Hispanic Heritage Month, huge celebrations can be expected across the US to showcase the diversity and culture of Hispanic people. This year, the Trump administration’s immigration crackdowns, a federally led English-only...
CommentsPeople look to presidential election as nation grapples with an economic crisis
BLANTYRE (AP): Malawi is holding a presidential election this week as the country grapples with an economic crisis, food and fuel shortages – and memories of a vote six years ago that was cancelled and a redo ordered because of widespread...
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Something Extra | Monday
The Audi Showroom in St Andrew buzzed with excitement as the Grammy Certificate Ceremony welcomed entertainers, producers, sponsors, and supporters to the red carpet. The celebration, which honoured those who have made significant contributions to...
Dream House | Bengal Beach Beauty: A childhood dream restored
A beachfront home is considered worldwide as the most romantic, intriguing and restful place to call home, and this one, occupying part of Bengal Beach, in Rio Bueno, near the border of Trelawny and St Ann, overwhelms with beauty beyond measure....
Editorial | The urgency of growth
Ronald Thwaites | Defeating ourselves