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Janet Richards (left), the founder of the Janet Richards Foundation, looks on as residents of Chatham, St James, congregate at the grounds of the Bethtephil Baptist Church in the community for the distribution of care packages by the foundation last Saturd
February 25, 2026 by Christopher Thomas

Janet Richards Foundation brings relief to Chatham

WESTERN BUREAU: Residents of Chatham and surrounding communities in St James, who are still recovering from the impact of Hurricane Melissa, were the recipients of much-needed supplies from the Janet…
From left: Raheem Williams and Damion Henry of Approved Labs; Simone HoSang, chief operating officer of Caribbean Food Delights, title sponsor and long-standing partner of the Vincent HoSang UWI Venture Competition; Akeem Hutchinson, CEO of Approved Labs;
February 25, 2026

Bold ideas meet big opportunities at Vincent HoSang UWI Venture Competition

Innovation and entrepreneurship took centre stage at the Mona School of Business and Management (MSBM) on February 20, as seven student-led ventures competed in the finals of the Vincent HoSang UWI…
Judah Henry, a grade-11 student in the Toronto District School Board who is in the Leadership by Design programme.
February 25, 2026 by Neil Armstrong

Jamaican author inspires exhibition highlighting black professionals in Canada

A student-led exhibition featuring 52 black professionals is not only telling their stories, but sharing the reflections of the high school students who interviewed and photographed them. The ‘We Are…
As Jamaica prepares to crown its next representative, outgoing titleholder Bradley Clarke reflects on a reign that blended tourism, youth advocacy and international diplomacy.
February 25, 2026 by O’brian Wynter

Mr Teen Universe Jamaica 2025 reign defined by leadership, service

As Jamaica searches for its next international male ambassadors, attention has turned to the Mister Universe International Jamaica and Mister Teen Universe International Jamaica franchises. At the…
Professor William ‘Bill’ Aiken, district governor, Rotary District 7020.
February 25, 2026

Jamaica to host Rotary’s Annual District Conference in April

Hundreds of Rotarians from 10 countries in the northern Caribbean will rendezvous in Jamaica from April 27 to May 2 at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in New Kingston, as clubs in Rotary’s District 7020…
Sharon Williams, director, NCB Foundation, applies a final coat of paint as Hubert Samuels prepares to welcome his family back into their restored Black River home.
February 25, 2026

After Melissa, Hubert and family finally go home

“This is the first time in my 64 years that I am homeless,” said Hubert Samuels emphatically, recalling the morning Hurricane Melissa tore through Black River last October. The powerful system, which…
Stakeholders in attendance at the visioning workshop.
February 25, 2026

FAO, GOJ start process for 10-year agri development plan

Stakeholders from across government, development partners, academia and the agri-food sector convened on February 10-11 for a two-day visioning workshop aimed at shaping Jamaica’s 10-year National…
Understanding your social media habits is the first step toward reclaiming time and focus.
February 25, 2026

Social media overuse isn’t just for teens; adults can struggle too

(AP): Social media addiction has been compared to casinos and cigarettes. While there’s some debate among experts about the line between overuse and addiction, and whether social media can cause the…
Camille Archibald, business development manager of JPS & Partners Co-op Credit Union, presents a citation to Lloyd Menford Mordecai, whose early efforts helped lay the foundation for the strong credit union we know today.
February 25, 2026

JPS & Partners Cooperative Credit Union Ltd honours its centenarian, Lloyd Mordecai

JPS & Partners proudly celebrated a remarkable milestone: the 100th birthday of one of its key founding members, Lloyd Menford Mordecai. Mr. Mordecai’s vision and dedication helped lay the…