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April 26, 2026
Christopher Burgess | Jamaica’s J$35-billion congestion problem
For motorists across Jamaica, the last few weeks have been horrendous. Gridlock and rising fuel prices from tensions in the Middle East have made commuting both time-consuming and expensive. From…
April 26, 2026
Anthony Clayton | Can we solve traffic congestion?
The worsening traffic congestion in Kingston has been the focus of much attention recently. The problem results from a combination of factors: • There are four times more vehicles on Jamaican roads…
April 26, 2026
Jamaica Customs eyes drone patrols as illicit trade robs nation of $26 billion
Jamaica Customs Agency is considering setting up a dedicated drone unit to patrol the island’s ports and coastline amid the country losing more than $26 billion annually in tax and excise revenue to…
April 26, 2026
SAINT’s Breana Carson is a Gucci girl
SAINT International beauty Breana Carson has joined the Gucci family. The Jamaican is one of the faces for the Generation Gucci Spring 2026 global advertising campaign that landed last Thursday.…
April 26, 2026
Jamaica must build resilience, collaborate in climate-sensitive world – IMF managing director
Washington: The conversations at the IMF’s Spring Meetings 2026, from April 13 to 17, primarily focused on the ongoing Middle East conflict, its debilitating impact on global economies, and how the…
April 26, 2026
Reggae Sumfest moves to ease traffic flow at Plantation Cove ahead of staging
Organisers of A Taste of Reggae Sumfest say targeted measures are being implemented to significantly reduce traffic congestion at Plantation Cove, an issue that has long challenged major events at the…
April 26, 2026
STATHS Trust – legacy in action
For the Saint Andrew Technical High School (STATHS), legacy is a structured, living system. At the centre of that system is the STATHS Trust, an organisation deliberately designed to ensure that…
April 26, 2026
The anchor of identity: Why culture is our greatest shield
As April draws to a close, the Kingston Waterfront offers more than a scenic horizon. It presents a powerful metaphor. Along the edge of one of the world’s largest natural harbours, we are reminded…
April 26, 2026
Expanded cement quota too small for Melissa rebuilding, warns Buying House
Buying House Company Limited says the Government’s decision to expand its cement import quota falls short of what will be needed to maintain stable supply through the second half of the year as…