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April 8, 2026
Letter of the Day | Is the standard merely to avoid breaking the law?
THE EDITOR, Madam: The current public discussion surrounding JACDEN, Mr Dennis Gordon, and the governance questions raised by the auditor general’s review of the University Hospital of the West…
April 8, 2026
Oran A. Hall | How a faraway war can affect your pocket
The direct distance between Iran and Jamaica of over 7,000 miles is not that far when war intervenes. We are already experiencing some fall out, and things will get worse if it continues. Consumers…
April 8, 2026
Surgery often the first step in colorectal cancer treatment
When someone is diagnosed with colorectal cancer – which includes both colon and rectal cancers – many people immediately think “surgery.” And it’s true that surgery plays a central role in treatment…
April 8, 2026
by Tanesha Mundle
Sweet comeback
Just a week after opening its doors, the Pure Chocolate factory in Ocho Rios, St Ann, was battered by Hurricane Melissa. A massive guango tree lodged in its roof, leaving production at a standstill…
April 8, 2026
Titchfield High marks 240 years
The venerable Titchfield High School marked its 240th anniversary with a week-long programme of celebrations, culminating in a family fun day on the school’s grounds on Easter Monday. Festivities…
April 8, 2026
by Michael Reckord
Enthusiastic audience at NDTC’s 45th Easter concert
The National Dance Theatre Company’s (NDTC) Easter Sunday morning concert drew an enthusiastic response from the near-capacity audience at the Little Theatre on Tom Redcam Avenue in St Andrew. There…
April 8, 2026
by Krysta Anderson
Nutritionist weighs in on health impact of Easter bun choices
With April comes a familiar local favourite – Easter bun and cheese. As more people embrace wellness-oriented lifestyles, baking companies are offering healthier versions of the classic treat. But are…
April 8, 2026
Former Migos rapper Offset stable after being shot
HOLLYWOOD, Florida (AP): Rapper Offset, a former member of the influential hip-hop trio Migos, was shot outside a Florida casino and is in stable condition, a spokesperson said on Tuesday. Offset, who…
April 8, 2026
GAP refinances US$95.5m loan backing Jamaica, Mexico airport operations
The Pacific Airport Group (GAP), the Mexican airport operator that manages two of Jamaica’s international airports, has refinanced a “US$95.5 million bank loan” that matured on March 19, rolling the…