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February 9, 2026
by Monica Dystant
To marry, or remain single: A modern-era dilemma
Marriage has long been accepted as a goal to which healthy individuals should aspire. This institution is perceived in many cultures as the moral path expected of individuals and couples in order to…
February 9, 2026
Kim expected to issue major policy goals at party congress
SEOUL (AP): North Korea will convene a major political conference later this month, the country’s state media said Sunday, where leader Kim Jong Un is expected to outline his domestic and foreign…
February 9, 2026
Businesses struggle to cope as Russian attacks bring power cuts, uncertainty
KYIV (AP): It is pre-dawn in the historic Podil district of the Ukraine capital, Kyiv, and warm light from the Spelta bakery-bistro’s window pierces the darkness outside. On a wooden surface dusted…
February 9, 2026
Lloyd Barnett | Impeachment: yes or no?
In the two previous articles in this series I dealt with cases in which the failure of members of parliament to perform their duties and discharge their responsibilities is in question and examined…
February 9, 2026
Top diplomat strikes a hard line on US talks, says Tehran’s power comes from saying no
DUBAI (AP): Iran’s top diplomat insisted Sunday that Tehran’s strength came from its ability to “say no to the great powers”, striking a maximalist position just after negotiations with the United…
February 9, 2026
Ibrahim Traoré is not a hero
THE EDITOR, Madam:
February 9, 2026
Ronald Thwaites | ‘Set Han’ against ourselves
One of Prime Minister Holness’s more consequential statements recently was his understanding of how the advancement of the nation is cramped by unresponsive public bureaucrats and the obtuse systems…
February 9, 2026
Letter of the Day | Speed needs systems, not shortcuts
THE EDITOR, Madam: T he Gleaner editorial, “Trash the rules, then” of Sunday, February 8, rightly defends the integrity of Jamaica’s procurement framework and highlights the dangers that arise when…
February 9, 2026
What is the long-term plan to address flooding in Lucea?
THE EDITOR, Madam: For several years, heavy rainfall has led to major flooding in Lucea, affecting businesses, leaving people stranded, stuck on traffic, on the brink of being swept away and…