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January 7, 2026
Record US$9.6m fine after oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico
Pipeline safety regulators on Monday assessed their largest fine ever against the company responsible for leaking 1.1 million gallons of oil into the Gulf off the coast of Louisiana in 2023. The…
January 7, 2026
Wellness in winter matters more for black communities
Winter in the UK is often described as a time to slow down. The long nights, grey skies, cold winds, and constant drizzle create a natural pull towards staying indoors and becoming less socially…
January 7, 2026
The real reasons people may struggle with time
Russell Barkley, a retired clinical neuropsychologist at the University of Massachusetts, is often credited with linking time impairment with people with ADHD or autism. In 1997, he called it…
January 7, 2026
Barita acquisition of JN Fund Managers pushes client funds over $500 billion
Barita Investments Limited can proceed in fully acquiring JN Fund Managers Limited (JNFM), a wholly owned subsidiary of Jamaica National Group, according to a release on the matter. “The transaction …
January 7, 2026
by Keisha Hill
Resolutions for mind, body, and wellness in 2026
As 2026 unfolds, health professionals are encouraging persons to move beyond short-lived resolutions and toward sustainable lifestyle changes that support the mind, body, and overall well-being.…
January 7, 2026
by Nicola Cunningham
Successful ‘Boopsie’s Homecoming’ to head overseas after local run
During the Christmas period and moving into the new year, several production houses offered up plays for audiences to savour. Opened on Boxing Day, Jambiz’s Boopsie’s Homecoming has been an instant…
January 7, 2026
Hiring a cleaner might lead to a happier relationship
It turns out love may benefit from a little less labour. Couples who spend money on time-saving services – like getting takeout or hiring a house cleaner – report greater relationship satisfaction,…
January 7, 2026
Healing beyond the storm
In the wake of Hurricane Melissa, the visible damage across Jamaica told only part of the story. Roofs were torn away, communities flooded, and livelihoods disrupted, but, beneath the surface, another…
January 7, 2026
by Damian Levy
9 most anticipated films of 2026
With the return of the Avengers, a new epic by Christopher Nolan, and sequels to some iconic films, 2026 has some exciting film prospects. Here are our top nine picks. 1. Peaky Blinders: The Immortal…