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Children hold a sign protesting war against Iran during an antiwar demonstration at Dealey Plaza in downtown Dallas.
March 6, 2026

Bad case of war fever

THE EDITOR, Madam: Four days after bombs and rockets began raining onto political and military targets throughout Iran, President Trump hosted a press conference in the Oval Office, during his…
Taveionn Telfer has always been a fashionista. Her dreams of pursuing a career in the field were put off due to the pandemic. But years later, she designed her very own swimwear line under her new company, AlienStudios.
March 6, 2026 by Krysta Anderson

Taveionn Telfer starts new career as a fashion designer

Many are familiar with the styles of social media influencer and content creator Taveionn Telfer. But did you know that the fashionista once had big plans of becoming a designer? She even began…
Toni-Ann Hibbert envisions her next destination as she explores the all-new Mitsubishi Destinator, with sales executive Isaco Fairclough,  showcasing its features.
March 6, 2026

Something Extra | Friday

Mitsubishi Motors officially introduced its all-new seven-seater SUV, the Destinator, to the Jamaican market during a launch event at The Jamaica Pegasus last Wednesday. Held under the theme ‘Where to…
Styled by her daughter and longtime stylist, Ivy Coco Maurice, this year’s TIME Women of the Year honouree Sheryl Lee Ralph poses on the red carpet at Sunday’s Actor Awards .
March 6, 2026

Sheryl Lee Ralph among TIME Women of the Year

Emmy Award–winning actress Sheryl Lee Ralph has been named a 2026 TIME Women of the Year honouree, joining a distinguished group of global leaders, artists, and advocates recognised for their impact…
Fulfilling friendships deserve to be celebrated too. Step up your sneaker game together with these white pairs from Bridget Sandals.
March 6, 2026

Bridget Sandals continues to elevate its offerings

In fashion, the right pair of footwear can do wonders for completing an outfit. It also has the unique ability to shape and even transform how you show up in the world. Popular brand Bridget Sandals…
Opposition Health Spokesman Dr Alfred Dawes (left) and Health and Wellness Minister Dr Christopher Tufton.
March 5, 2026

Tufton: Gov't 'not sitting down' as it tackles fallout from end of Cuban medical programme

Health Minister Christopher Tufton says the Government is “not sitting down and not doing anything” as it moves to address gaps in the public health system following Jamaica’s decision to end its…
United States Congressman Carlos A Gimenez. (Gleaner via official website of Congressman Carlos A Gimenez.)
March 5, 2026

US lawmaker who criticised Holness welcomes Jamaica ending Cuban medical programme

United States Congressman Carlos A Gimenez has praised Jamaica’s decision to discontinue its medical cooperation programme with Cuba, describing the long-running arrangement as a “pathetic, criminal…
Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Infrastructure Development with Responsibility for Land Titling and Settlements, Robert Montague (centre); Permanent Secretary, Arlene Williams; and Chairman of Morant Bay Urban Centre Li
March 5, 2026

Seven Gov't entities sign leases at Morant Bay Urban Centre

Seven government entities have signed lease agreements to occupy spaces at the Morant Bay Urban Centre, signalling what officials say is a major step toward activating the $6-billion commercial…
Petrojam Refinery.
March 5, 2026

Petrojam says motorists spared full impact of global fuel price increases

Petrojam says its pricing mechanism has shielded motorists from the full impact of rising global fuel costs, noting that recent increases in international benchmark prices were not fully passed on in…