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December 9, 2025
Top Road in Montego Bay closed to facilitate JPS restoration work
The public is being advised that Top Road in Montego Bay, St James, will be closed until 8 p.m. this evening to facilitate ongoing restoration work by the Jamaica Public Service Company Limited (JPS)…
December 9, 2025
William Knibb High looking at shift system to resume learning
William Knibb Memorial High School is looking at implementing a shift system as a temporary measure to get students back into classes following significant damage to the school plant from Hurricane…
December 9, 2025
Education at the core of climate resilience, say countries and the UN system
During a high-level discussion, representatives of participating nations, the COP30 Presidency and the United Nations system highlighted the need to invest in preparing young people to cope with and…
December 9, 2025
Country platforms hub launched to strengthen national climate finance
On Saturday, November 15, 13 countries and one region announced plans to develop national platforms through the Green Climate Fund (GCF) Readiness Program at COP30, marking an important step to align…
December 9, 2025
Statement of commitment on climate information integrity in digital advertising launched
A Commitment Letter for Climate Information Integrity in Digital Advertising was launched on Thursday, 13 November, during the panel “Information Integrity and Climate Action in Brazil: Synergies…
December 9, 2025
There are more than 100 autoimmune diseases, and they mostly strike women. Here’s what to know
Our immune system has a dark side: It’s supposed to fight off invaders to keep us healthy. But sometimes it turns traitor and attacks our own cells and tissues. What are called autoimmune diseases can…
December 9, 2025
Immigration Corner | Canada sets new immigration direction for 2026 to 2028
Dear Miss Powell, I have been waiting to hear the latest immigration updates from Canada. I know the government usually announces new plans at the end of the year. Have they introduced any changes…
December 9, 2025
Immigration Corner | How can I check my case status?
Dear Mrs Walker-Huntington, My mom is a US citizen and she filed for me in January 2020 as an unmarried adult daughter. I still have not received the I-130 approval. Is there anything I can do to find…
December 9, 2025
Immigration Corner | What is a High Potential Individual visa?
Dear Mr Bassie, I would like for you to explain what a high Potential Individual visa is. Any information would be appreciated . – G.N. Dear G.N., A High Potential Individual (HPI) visa gives persons…