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March 10, 2026
Grocery prices out of control
THE EDITOR, Madam: Filling a grocery bag in Jamaica is now a difficult task. It’s frightening that a tin of bully beef – the usual ‘quick-fix’ for the working class – is now a luxury item costing…
March 10, 2026
Michael Abrahams | The cost of war
On February 28, the US and Israel began an assault, Operation Epic Fury, on Iran. During the first week of hostilities, bombs and missiles landed in 12 countries: Iran, Israel, United Arab Emirates,…
March 10, 2026
Letter of the Day | Stop erasing their memories
THE EDITOR, Madam: Cuba/Jamaica relations have resurfaced again. This time it has taken on a more significant geopolitical tone based on recent development from the Donald Trump administration as…
March 10, 2026
by Ruth
Playful banter sparks lasting love for William and Lisa-Gaye
For Lisa-Gaye Shakespeare and William ‘Billy’ Grant III, a playful rivalry between basketball fans unexpectedly turned into a love story that would cross both countries and cultures. They first met in…
March 10, 2026
by Keisha Hill
Teaching abroad to transform home
After seven years in Jamaica’s classrooms, Kay-Ann Bartley was ready for a broader stage. She had taught at Hammersmith Preparatory School, Keith Primary and Infant School, and St Ann’s Bay Primary…
March 10, 2026
Growth & Jobs | Micro-pensions offer path to wider retirement coverage, says insurance expert
Hugh Reid, managing director of JN Life Insurance Company Limited, says the introduction of a micro pension scheme in Jamaica could significantly expand retirement coverage and help the country avoid…
March 10, 2026
by Christopher Thomas
Early CSEC push pays off at Discovery Bay High
WESTERN BUREAU: Discovery Bay High School in St Ann is hailing its four-year-old Grade Nine Acceleration Programme (GNAP) – which exposes students to the rigours of the Caribbean Secondary Education…
March 9, 2026
Cuban doctors to leave Guyana as US applies pressure over island’s medical missions
GEORGETOWN, Guyana (AP) — Cuban officials are preparing to withdraw the nation’s medical brigade from Guyana after it moved to provide full salaries to doctors and nurses from the island instead of…
March 9, 2026
Streetlight programme to resume following hurricane disruption
Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Desmond McKenzie, has assured citizens that the Jamaica Public Service (JPS) will soon resume the installation and repair of streetlights across…