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13 Mar, 2026
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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…
13 Mar, 2026
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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…
13 Mar, 2026
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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…
13 Mar, 2026
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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.
13 Mar, 2026
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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…
13 Mar, 2026
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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…
13 Mar, 2026
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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…
13 Mar, 2026
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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…
13 Mar, 2026
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Vive la France!
The world’s fashion capital welcomed a liberal sprinkling of island flavour at Paris Fashion Week. The Rock’s cadre of in-demand models featured prominently throughout the fall/winter 2026…