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April 11, 2026
by Christopher Thomas
JTA mum on details as ministry challenges authenticity of school shelter sex claim
WESTERN BUREAU: Jamaica Teachers’ Association (JTA) President Mark Malabver says he is disappointed with the government posture in demanding full disclosure to his claim that shelterees are engaging…
April 10, 2026
5 Questions With Christo
Fresh off a breakout 2026 carnival season, Trinidad and Tobago soca artiste Jahmike ‘Christo’ Bonas is riding high on the success of his hit single Doux Doux Darlin, which draws on the affectionate…
April 10, 2026
5 Questions With Voice
Voice, born Aaron St. Louis, is one of soca’s most influential modern voices, celebrated for his uplifting, message-driven music and electrifying stage presence. The Trinidad and Tobago native rose to…
April 10, 2026
Letterof the Day | Ethical journalism, put children first
THE EDITOR, Madam: The public discourse has been dominated by calls to name a former Member of parliament charged in connection with allegations of incest involving his minor daughter. While the…
April 10, 2026
Ruthlyn James | After the whistle: What happens when the stadium lights go off
When the final race at Champs is over and the stadium lights dim, something deeper settles in. Beyond the medals and celebration, there is a quiet return to reality. For one week, Jamaica celebrates…
April 10, 2026
Peter Espeut | All is not fair in love and war
“Tuesday will be Power Plant Day, and Bridge Day, all wrapped up in one, in Iran. There will be nothing like it!!! Open the F**k**’ Strait, you crazy bastards, or you’ll be living in Hell - JUST…
April 10, 2026
AP will offer buyouts as part of pivot away from newspaper-focused history
The Associated Press (AP), one of the world’s oldest and most influential news organisations, said on Monday it is offering buyouts to an unspecified number of its US-based journalists as part of an…
April 10, 2026
Readers’ reactions
‘Urgent review’ being conducted into baby’s death at CRH Mek mi ask unnu a question. Enough doctors deh deh? Asking for a friend. – Staightup Davis An “urgent review” is not enough when a mother…
April 10, 2026
Seeing Jamaica’s centenary in 2062 – Part II
Two reports about recent speeches in this newspaper were the stimuli. The first was made by Montego Bay Chamber of Commerce and Industry President and entrepreneur, Jason Russell. State Minister in…