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December 9, 2025
by Dave Rodney
Jamaica Carnival 2026 out the gates early with NYC promotion
New Yorkers woke Monday morning to an enticing invitation from the Jamaica Tourist Board, encouraging tri-state residents to begin making travel plans for Jamaica Carnival in April 2026. A vibrant…
December 9, 2025
Walking is good for you. Walking backward can add to the benefits
Here’s a simple way to switch up your walking routine, according to experts: try going backward. Taking a brisk walk is an exercise rich in simplicity, and it can have impressive mental and physical…
December 9, 2025
Alicia Keys’ musical ‘Hell’s Kitchen’ hits the road
NEW YORK (AP): Alicia Keys’ semi-autobiographical, coming-of-age Broadway musical is all grown up and leaving the nest. And, like any happy parent, Keys may visit it every once in a while. A new…
December 9, 2025
Man who stabbed brother in the neck to spend over a year in prison
A 51-year-old St Catherine man who used a pair of scissors to stab his brother repeatedly in an unprovoked incident has been sentenced to 12 months and 20 days' imprisonment at hard labour. …
December 9, 2025
Five schools get UJAA sponsorship for robotics competition in Panama
A team of high school students from five Jamaican schools will represent the country at the 2025 FIRST Global Challenge, an international robotics competition set for October 29 to November 1 in…
December 9, 2025
STATIN begins planning for Jamaica’s 16th National Census in 2031
The Statistical Institute of Jamaica (STATIN) has initiated preparations for the country’s 16th Population and Housing Census, scheduled for 2031. Addressing STATIN’s Quarterly Press Briefing, held…
December 9, 2025
Oran Hall | The not-so-obvious ways to save
Being able to save is critical to generating the financial resources required to live at a reasonable level now and in the future. There are some obvious ways to save, but there are others which do…
December 9, 2025
by O’brian Wynter
Tuesday Service pays tribute to Peter Tosh ahead of earthstrong
The sounds of reggae fills The Compound off Molynes Road every Tuesday night with live performances by the Dub Squad band during what is known as Tuesday Service. This week, the event honoured the…
December 9, 2025
Gold surges above US$4,300 amid global uncertainty
As economic uncertainty deepens, the rush for gold continues – with prices for the precious metal topping US$4,300 for the first time last week. The going price for New York spot closed at a record…