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Jamaica Gleaner Commentary
published: Thursday | May 18, 2006

A word of advice to Asafa
ASAFA POWELL, co-holder of the record for being the fastest man on earth, has become uncharacteristically vocal over the past week. We can understand the reasons for this, but we believe it is not such a good thing. It is out of character...

Lifestyle diseases and wellness
OUR LIFESTYLES are killing us! Five lifestyle diseases are accounting for 63 per cent of all deaths annually in Jamaica. These are diabetes, hypertension, stroke, heart disease, and cancer. Rae Barrett, the chief executive officer... - Martin Henry


The disappearing US dollar
AFTER A brief rebound earlier this year, the U.S. dollar has resumed sliding against its major trading partners' currencies. America's persistent deficits, low saving and the shift of foreign reserves out of dollars and into euros... - John Rapley


Mama's man
SO MOTHER'S Day 2006 has come and gone, with the love for mothers which borders on mania reaching a frenzy on Sunday. There were greetings and congratulations for mothers all around and concerts here, there and everywhere. - Melville Cooke




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