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Zachary Li
25 Jul, 2026 0

Zachary Li | A national rum push: How rum could one day rival bauxite

As Jamaica and the wider Caribbean continue to attract attention from across the world, many are interested in the next step of the region’s development. Students enrolled in the Oxbridge Institute…
William Hunt
25 Jul, 2026 0

William Hunt | From pristine beaches to Caribbean energy powerhouse

As Jamaica and the wider Caribbean continue to attract attention from across the world, many are interested in the next step in the region’s development. Students enrolled in the Oxbridge Institute…
Miss Universe Jamaica St Elizabeth 2026 Suzan Dowdie says service remains at the heart of her work as she continues supporting vulnerable residents through the Lil Suz Foundation.
25 Jul, 2026 0

Miss Universe Jamaica St Elizabeth keeps service at heart of reign

For Suzan Dowdie, becoming the first Miss Universe Jamaica St Elizabeth was more than a personal triumph; she viewed it as a victory for every elder she has served, every woman challenging gender…
Shanice Kelly (left), one of the beneficiaries of a netball programme instituted by the Social Development Commission (SDC) in Flankers, St James, receives a certificate of participation from Omar Frith, the SDC’s executive director, during the SDC’s i
25 Jul, 2026 0

SDC opening doors to opportunity through MoBay Women’s Empowerment Fair

WESTERN BUREAU: Several women in Montego Bay, St James should now be better equipped to venture into the world of work, thanks to Thursday’s inaugural Montego Bay Women’s Empowerment and Opportunity…
25 Jul, 2026 0

Editorial | Tackling food waste

According to the UN Environment Programme’s Food Waste Index, in 2024, the average Jamaican household threw out an estimated 88 kilogrammes (194 pounds) of food. Combined, that was over 243,000 tonnes…
Letters
25 Jul, 2026 0

Jamaica must become a nation under God

THE EDITOR, Madam: What has become of the command to “Love thy neighbour as thyself”? There are many wants and needs. Mankind seems to have forgotten that we are but stewards. Adam failed to keep the…
Nico Lee and Mickala Simmonds show off their team colours at the Coca-Cola World Cup final experience.
25 Jul, 2026 0

Something Extra | Saturday

Several hotspots across Kingston, St Andrew and St Catherine were transformed into football watch parties on Sunday as fans gathered to witness the FIFA World Cup reach its thrilling conclusion with…
10-year-old Ricshi Scarlett proudly displays her first-place medal at the Scotia Kids Football Championships finals on May 31. The Rousseau Primary student discovered a passion for football after taking up the sport less than a year ago.
25 Jul, 2026 0

GoodHeart |10-y-o Ricshi Scarlett finds her place in football

At just 10 years old, Ricshi Scarlett has already developed a passion for competition through track and field and netball. However, it was a simple decision to say “yes” to trying something new that…
Sir Garry Sobers
25 Jul, 2026 0

Tony Deyal | Two Caribbean greats: Sparrow and Sir Garfield Sobers

Zeno Obi Constance is by far the best in the Caribbean and beyond. This article is part of an attempt to reach, teach, and increase our knowledge and commitment to our development.