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14 Aug, 2026
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Peter Espeut | Can leopards change their spots?
Knowledge of history provides insights into the present and peeks into the future. I hope this little excursus is of interest. In 1823, James Monroe, the fifth US president (1817-1825), declared US…
14 Aug, 2026
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Jamaica Stock Exchange profit nearly triples on higher trading activity
The Jamaica Stock Exchange (JSE) posted a triple-digit rise in second-quarter profit as increased market activity boosted transaction-related revenue and management cut operating costs, helping offset…
14 Aug, 2026
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Adopt protective, proactive approach to use DNA testing
THE EDITOR, Madam: Despite the challenges, the potential of DNA testing to solve crimes, exonerate the innocent, convict the guilty and bring closure to families is immense. Jamaica can learn from…
14 Aug, 2026
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Letter of the Day | CCJ’s internal disputes and Jamaica’s choice
THE EDITOR, Madam: The Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) is facing increased scrutiny following the publication of leaked emails in the Trinidad Express, which reportedly reveal serious disagreements…
14 Aug, 2026
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First phase of Sun Coast Beach Club scheduled for completion in 15 months
The first phase of the Sun Coast Beach Club in St Thomas is on track for completion in December 2027, following delays in design, financing, and logistics. “The original architectural design was very…
14 Aug, 2026
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Sagicor profit falls 40 per cent in second quarter as Hurricane Melissa claims weigh on insurance book
Sagicor Group Jamaica Ltd reported net profit of $2.85 billion for the second quarter ended June 2026, down 40 per cent a year earlier, as Hurricane Melissa-related claims and the absence of one-off…
14 Aug, 2026
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Digicel earnings expected to inch up to US$730 million in fiscal 2027
Rating agency Fitch expects Digicel’s earnings to hit at least US$730 million for its financial year ending March 2027, roughly 3.0 per cent higher than a year earlier. “This is driven by low…
14 Aug, 2026
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Hanover residents benefit from free health clinic
Western Bureau: Several communities in eastern Hanover benefited from a free four-day health clinic hosted by two charitable organisations, helping residents identify and address health concerns. The…
14 Aug, 2026
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SDA church family celebrates centenarian Andrew Campbell
WESTERN BUREAU: Glowing tributes and congratulatory messages flowed at the Mt Salem Seventh-day Adventist (SDA) Church in St James on Tuesday, as relatives and church members gathered for a luncheon…