GLEANER EDITORS' FORUM - Top-class coaches making the difference
On November 20, eight of Jamaica's top coaches and administrators in track and field were honoured by the Gleaner Company, being designated the Gleaner's 'Man of the Year', in recognition of their services.
US trade deficit soars to record US$255b
WASHINGTON, United States (AP): Pushed up by soaring oil prices, America's trade deficit surged to a record high in the summer, but analysts predicted a slowly improving imbalance in the months ahead. The current account trade deficit increased...
Jamaica 'ready physically'
Jamaica's cricket team, preparing for the regional league and one-day tournaments, is in top shape, said physical trainer David Bernard Sr. at the end of yesterday's third four-day trial match at Chedwin Park.
EDITORIAL - Mugabe not welcome here
It has been suggested that Robert Mugabe, the President of Zimbabwe, may visit Jamaica during next year's Cricket World Cup - perhaps in a private capacity. But whether Mr. Mugabe wants to come to Jamaica as a private citizen or on a state visit...
LETTER OF THE DAY - Householders urged to help malaria fight
The Editor, Sir: Control of the anopheles mosquito in all areas of the island is essential to prevent the spread of malaria. Unfortunately, some complacency exists in the upper residential areas of St. Andrew concerning such public health issues..
Mixed vibes flow at Fame Road Party
The Fame Road Party held at the Caymanas Park, Portmore, on Saturday night, was full of vibes and, well, boos. Some time around 1 a.m., hundreds of patrons danced to Alison Hinds' Roll, QQ's Stookie, Rupee's Tempted To Touch and many more.
SAL now regional distributor of ROV machines
Security Adminstrators Limited (SAL), the providers of security for Port Bustamante, has negotiated a contractual arrangement with VIDEORAY, the United States company that manufactures and distributes remote-operated vehicles (ROV).
CUBA: Castro not terminally ill, says visiting US delegation
HAVANA (Reuters): Fidel Castro is not terminally ill and will make a public appearance shortly, but is unlikely to return to governing Cuba on a day-to-day basis, Cuban government officials told a visiting delegation...
IRAQ: Saddam takes blame for Iran gas attacks
BAGHDAD, (Reuters): Saddam Hussein said yesterday he would take responsibility "with honour" for any attacks on Iran using conventional or chemical weapons during the 1980-1988 war, but he took issue with charges he ordered attacks on Iraqis.
