Letters
February 3, 2026
Ibrahim Traoré should be considered a hero
THE EDITOR, Madam: In a time when democracy is often reduced to electoral rituals and political theatre, Burkina Faso is offering the world a refreshing alternative – one rooted in sovereignty,…
February 3, 2026
All Foxed up
THE EDITOR, Madam: Many commentators were gobsmacked when US President Donald Trump recently invited Nicki Minaj to join him onstage at an event in Washington. The 43-year-old rapper was born in…
February 2, 2026
Letter of the Day | Teachers must do more to de-escalate conflicts
THE EDITOR, Madam: The recent ruling by the Supreme Court of Jamaica in favour of a former Norman Manley High School student serves as a reminder of the legal thin line between schoolyard…
February 2, 2026
Time to get serious about cybercrime
THE EDITOR, Madam: The rapid growth of cybercrime in Jamaica represents one of the most serious threats to national security, and economic stability. While violent and traditional crimes remain…
February 2, 2026
The day AI made me cry
THE EDITOR, Madam: From the first day I used OpenAI’s ChatGPT I knew that we had entered a new world of possibilities.
January 31, 2026
Letter of the Day | Need for transparent and accountable policing
THE EDITOR, Madam: Murders dropped dramatically in 2025, a reality extremely welcome deserving celebration. With no one able, however, to put a finger on any single reason, might several components…
January 31, 2026
Selective outrage undermines true accountability
THE EDITOR, Madam: Jamaica faces a growing credibility problem in how we respond to wrongdoing; we condemn selectively. Principle is often replaced by convenience, and outrage seems guided more by…
January 30, 2026
Letter of Day | Let’s be clear about what oil exploration really means
THE EDITOR, Madam: As Jamaica continues its search for oil, Energy Minister Daryl Vaz has sought to reassure the public that the offshore work to be undertaken this month by United Oil & Gas does…
January 30, 2026
Coping with HIV post-Melissa
THE EDITOR, Madam: As Jamaica continues to recover from the devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa, many communities are grappling with interrupted access to essential health services. For people…