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Leighton Johnson, the principal of Muschett High School in Trelawny.
29 Sep, 2026 0

Muschett High contemplating digitising library books after Hurricane Melissa experience

WESTERN BUREAU: Almost one year after Hurricane Melissa damaged library books and equipment at Muschett High School in Trelawny, the institution’s administration is considering digitising its…
Assistant Commissioner of Police Christopher Phillips.
29 Sep, 2026 0

St Catherine police launch mental health support group

The St Catherine South Police Division has launched a Family and Community Mental Health Support Group as part of efforts to strengthen its response to mental health challenges within communities. The…
Jensen Huang, president and CEO of Nvidia, poses for a portrait before a groundbreaking ceremony or an expansion of Coherent’s manufacturing facility on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, in Sherman, Texas.
29 Sep, 2026 0

Nvidia’s board increases chipmaker’s share buyback plan by $150b

Nvidia’s board has cleared the way for the company to spend US$150 billion more in share buybacks as the chipmaking giant looks to make use of more of its stellar revenue growth fuelled by demand for…
Anthony Garwood, principal, Dinthill Technical High School.
29 Sep, 2026 0

St Catherine school farms weather drought

The prolonged drought affecting St Catherine has disrupted school farms across the parish, delaying planting schedules, reducing some crop and poultry yields and making land preparation increasingly…
Chloe Bailey brings maximum heat to the red carpet in a sheer, jewel-encrusted Idan Cohen piece.
29 Sep, 2026 0

Something Extra | Tuesday

Music’s biggest stars took over the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles for the 2026 MTV VMAs on Sunday. From major award wins for Taylor Swift to high-energy performances by Charli xcx and Lisa, the night…
Roldane Henry, infrastructure services lead at MC Systems Ltd.
29 Sep, 2026 0

Growth & Jobs | Rising cyberthreats make digital resilience a business priority - MC Systems

As cyberattacks increase across the Caribbean and organisations become more dependent on digital services, businesses must move beyond viewing cybersecurity as a standalone IT function and instead…
John S. Bassie is a barrister/attorney-at-law who practises law in Jamaica. He is a justice of the peace, a Supreme Court-appointed mediator, a chartered arbitrator and a member of the Immigration Law Practitioners Association (U.K.). Email: lawbassie@yaho
29 Sep, 2026 0

Immigration | How to apply for a student visa

Dear Mr Bassie, How does one apply for a United Kingdom student visa? I would appreciate any guidance you can provide. A.S. Dear A.S., Persons may apply for a student visa to study in the United…
The Y’Menettes (The  Source Centre) in Savanna-la-Mar , Westmoreland.
29 Sep, 2026 0

Growth & Jobs | Y’Menettes Centre restored, ready to resume vital community services in Westmoreland

SAVANNA-LA-MAR, Westmoreland: A vital lifeline for education, skills development, digital access and community support in Westmoreland has been restored, with the Y’Menettes (The Source Centre) in…
Floyd Green, minister of agriculture, fisheries and mining, at the  Caribbean Week of Agriculture 2026 event on September 27.
29 Sep, 2026 0

Overhaul Caribbean’s agricultural transportation system, Green urges

WESTERN BUREAU: Agriculture Minister Floyd Green is calling for an overhauling of the Caribbean’s agricultural transportation system, warning that the region cannot achieve food security if food…