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16 Dec, 2025
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Immigration Corner | Under what circumstances can a person have dual citizenship?
Dear Mr. Bassie, I would like to know under what circumstances is dual citizenship allowed in the United Kingdom. Any advice would be welcomed. E.M. Dear E.M., Please note that dual citizenship,…
16 Dec, 2025
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Implement robust safety protocols in schools
THE EDITOR, Madam: The recent incident involving abduction of six-year-old student Anka Glasgow, who was taken from her school in Clarendon by a man who gained access to the school has highlighted…
16 Dec, 2025
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Editorial | Hold Parliament’s bosses accountable
They mightn’t have cost the big sums that occasionally trigger an angry national venting. However, the latest management foozles at Parliament, including rookie bungling of procurement contracts,…
16 Dec, 2025
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‘We’re very grateful’
The pageantry of boxing was on full display during the Wray and Nephew Fight Night on Saturday at the Constant Spring Sports Complex as fans, old and young, danced along to the boxers’ walk-out music,…
16 Dec, 2025
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Western Jamaica needs better waste management
THE EDITOR, Madam: Western Jamaica is facing a waste management crisis that threatens public health, economic recovery, and national stability. What we are witnessing is the predictable outcome of…
16 Dec, 2025
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Letter of the Day | Impose severe penalties for vandalising utility infrastructure
THE EDITOR, Madam: In the wake of the recent hurricane, many Jamaicans remain without electricity, including in communities that were not heavily damaged by the storm itself. While the Jamaica Public…
16 Dec, 2025
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Skengdon, Stowe celebrate ‘40th Anniversary of Digital Dancehall’
Businessman and producer Kenneth ‘Skengdon’ Black has teamed up with entertainment consultant Maxine Stowe for the re-release of the Skengdon label catalogue with several key singles to mark what they…
16 Dec, 2025
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Immigration Corner | Do Canadian citizens need a visa to visit the UK?
Dear Miss Powell, I read your articles in The Gleaner online all the time. My question is a little different from most, but I hope you can help me. I was born in Jamaica but I’m now a Canadian…
16 Dec, 2025
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Loving Lintons
As mere strangers, Carsia James and Kashekee Linton made their first connection on Instagram. Their conversations and virtual interactions were so great that they decided to meet in person a few weeks…