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Tyrone Wilson, chairman, president, and CEO of Kintyre Holdings Ltd.
March 13, 2026

Kintyre doubles profit, majority shareholders plan US holding company

Kintyre Holdings Jamaica Limited more than doubled its net profit in 2025 while a group of its shareholders, led by Tyrone Wilson, separately disclosed plans to restructure their holdings into a…
A man working at a solar power plant.
March 13, 2026

Jamaica plans region’s largest renewable energy tender

Jamaica plans to launch the largest renewable energy and battery storage tender ever as it seeks 220 megawatts of new clean power paired with 110 megawatts of battery storage. It will glide the island…
Letters
March 13, 2026

Taxing online shopping won’t save local businesses

THE EDITOR, Madam: The Government’s recent announcement that taxes will be applied to certain online purchases and digital services has sparked widespread discussion. While the measure is intended to…
Children and nuns gather outside the Holy Family Catholic Church before attending a mass ahead of Christmas celebrations in Gaza City.
March 13, 2026

Peter Espeut | The Samaritan woman at the well

Quite by coincidence, the gospel reading in several mainline Christian churches on Sunday, March 8 – International Women’s Day – was centred on a woman. Today I take a break from local politics and…
The Airbnb app icon is displayed on an iPad screen.
March 13, 2026

Letter of the Day | Airbnb important to Jamaica’s economy

THE EDITOR, Madam: Over the years Airbnb has emerged as a vital contributor to the local economy. While large hotels dominate the landscape, Airbnb has proven to be a game-changer.
Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney.
March 13, 2026

From Mr Dithers to Mr Flip-Flop

THE EDITOR, Madam: On the evening of March 9, the Canadian federal parliament held a debate on the Iran War, but Prime Minister Mark Carney was absent. For once, he was not on one of his very…
News
March 13, 2026 by Janet Silvera

Pastors call for renewed focus on marriage, responsible fatherhood

WESTERN BUREAU: Church leaders across Jamaica are being urged to prioritise spiritual and pastoral support for marriage, parenting and responsible fatherhood, as the country grapples with a family…
Pulse Investments CEO Safia Cooper.
March 13, 2026

Pulse profits outpace revenue on property revaluations

Pulse Investments Limited’s December 2025 second quarter reflected profits that leaned heavily on unrealised gains from property revaluations, and relatively thin cash generation. That translated to…
Dr Sharon E. McKenzie is one of the two facilitators at the upcoming Golden Designs’ masterclass for caregivers.
March 13, 2026

Masterclass targets rising pressures of dementia care

Paul H. Williams/Gleaner Writer While its purpose is to make people’s lives better — more liveable, if you will — caregiving is perhaps one of the most stressful roles in the world. Whether the…