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May 22, 2026
Trump pulls back AI vetting order, citing fears of losing lead over China
US President Donald Trump called off a signing ceremony Thursday for a new order on artificial intelligence because he worried it could dull America's edge on AI technology.
Trump said he was…
May 22, 2026
Something Extra | Friday
A touch of pink, plenty of star power and a major new chapter for family luxury tourism unfolded recently as Beaches Turks and Caicos officially unveiled Treasure Beach, its US$150 million expansion…
May 22, 2026
by O’brian Wynter
Sweet Like JAM X Exotic Stone Creations showcases J’can craftsmanship
Luxury, culture, creativity and craftsmanship came together in St Andrew as Sweet Like JAM and Exotic Stone Creations unveiled their highly anticipated JAM x Exotic StoneCollection.
Hosted at a…
May 22, 2026
MOVIE REVIEW | 'Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu' makes clumsy big-screen debut
AP:
It's been nearly seven years since there was a new Star Wars movie released in theatres, and there are lots of ways to do it. Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu, a disjointed off-ramp that…
May 22, 2026
by Yasmine Peru
Come Alive: A National Call to Worship set for August 1
Following overwhelming support last year for its inaugural fund-raising concert and worship experience, the Come Alive Collective, led by Chairman Eric Hosin, is making preparations for the second…
May 22, 2026
by Krysta Anderson
5 Questions With Katarock Sound’s DJ Biggs
With a distinguished 40-year tenure in the music industry, DJ Biggs, whose real name is Ohene Blake, stands proudly as an active member of the legendary Katarock Sound, founded by DJs Kat, Minor Bag,…
May 22, 2026
READERS' REACTIONS - JUTC to reduce Ocho Rios bus service following displacement concerns from PPV operators
What's the real story here because this can't be it. - @ShannOmon
It's gonna be so funny watching crowds of ppl wait for the less-frequent buses and ignore the taxis. - @hatebaxx
Does…
May 22, 2026
Selective justice and the crisis of international law
THE EDITOR, Madam:
Recent coverage of a US federal indictment against former Cuban leader, 94-year-old Raúl Castro over the 1996 downing of a civilian aircraft has reignited debate about the…
May 22, 2026
Letter of the Day | Patois is not the problem
THE EDITOR, Madam:
I write in response to Shakey Williams’ letter, ‘The Patois Hypocrisy’ published on May 19, which was triggered by MP Nekeisha Burchell’s decision to speak Patois in Gordon House.…