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Phoenix-based content creator Aiesha Beasley films herself as she samples a margarita during the grand opening of Padeland, a venue for the racket sport padel in Chandler, Arizona, August 13.
18 Aug, 2026 0

An ‘influencer’ degree?

Ask a teen what they want to be when they grow up, and there’s a fair chance being an influencer is on their list. Digital media and the people who star in it have been cultural mainstays for teens’…
Capleton says that his connection with Jr Gong comes from their deep roots in Rastafari and the preservation of culture and uplifting music.
18 Aug, 2026 0

Artistes deliver at successful staging of Summa Sizzle

On Sunday morning at 5:40, Capleton, dressed in fireman red, unlocked a whole new level of energy inside the Woodleigh Sports Complex in Clarendon at Beenie Man’s birthday bash. His Or Wha had the…
Lennox Wallace (left), parish manager at the St James Public Health Services, was giving support to the drivers from the region at the WRHA Regional Defensive Driving and Driver Sensitisation Programme Cohort 2.
18 Aug, 2026 0

WRHA drivers get defensive-driving boost

WESTERN BUREAU: Drivers employed by the Western Regional Health Authority (WRHA) are now undergoing a 10-day Driver Sensitisation, Certification and Recertification Programme aimed at upgrading their…
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18 Aug, 2026 0

SAJ strengthens industry leadership through communication training

The Shipping Association of Jamaica (SAJ) is continuing its investment in workforce development with a practical public speaking workshop designed to help managers, executives and emerging leaders…
ABC hit ‘Abbott Elementary’ was represented by creator, executive producer and star Quinta Brunson.
18 Aug, 2026 0

Something Extra | Tuesday

Abbott Elementary, the ABC sitcom created by Quinta Brunson and starring Jamaican-American actress Sheryl Lee Ralph, was among the shows featured at the TV Academy’s 2026 Televerse Festival. The…
Hines
18 Aug, 2026 0

Growth & Jobs | JN Money hails diaspora’s role in Jamaica’s growth

Against the backdrop of recent celebrations in Jamaica marking Emancipation and 64 years of Independence, general manager of JN Money Horace Hines is lauding members of the Jamaican Diaspora for their…
Henry
18 Aug, 2026 0

Growth & Jobs | Businesses urged to strengthen IT resilience during hurricane season

As the Caribbean navigates another Atlantic hurricane season, businesses are being urged to give their digital infrastructure the same attention they give physical assets, as part of business…
Opposition Leader Mark Golding speaks at the PNP Press Conference.
18 Aug, 2026 0

Michael Abrahams | Jamaica deserves a better Opposition

When we speak of “governance”, attention naturally centres on the governing party, which holds the reins of power and makes decisions that affect the populace. Yet, the Opposition has an equally…
18 Aug, 2026 0

Gordon Robinson | Promises, promises everywhere; not a drop more water

Another year; another drought! Another summer another set of water restrictions and lock-offs despite 18-24 inches (in extreme amounts up to 40 inches) of rainwater delivered by Hurricane Melissa last…