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The 2025 winner of the FiWi Short Film Competition was Omaall Wright, who took home the top prize for his supernatural drama ‘Tun Back Blow’.
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FiWi Short Film Competition finalists revealed

The 10 finalists selected for the 2026 FiWi Short Film Competition have been disclosed by the Jamaica Cultural Development Commission (JCDC) ahead of the competition’s awards ceremony scheduled for …
Dr Carey Wallace, executive director of the Tourism Enhancement Fund (TEF), delivering the keynote address during the Rondel Village Resort and Spa’s 40th anniversary celebration in Negril, Westmoreland, on Saturday.
10 Nov, 2026 0

Jamaica too blessed not to be a developed country, says TEF boss

WESTERN BUREAU: The potential earnings from Jamaica’s tourism sector by 2036 must translate into wealth for all Jamaicans, not just those directly involved in the sector, says Dr Carey Wallace,…
Chairman of JaRIA Ewan Simpson (left) presents Chris Malachi with the  Song of the Year Award for ‘Brighter Days’ at the JaRIA Honour Awards on Sunday at Tuff Gong International, Marcus Garvey Dr, Kingston.
10 Nov, 2026 0

Music industry celebrated at JaRIA Honour Awards

Copeland Forbes being interviewed on the red carpet of the JaRIA Honour Awards on Sunday night was entertaining. The veteran tour manager, booking agent, artiste manager, and author managed to…
 Marketing professional and content creator, Rachel Seaton, pairs up with the evening’s emcee, Rushane ‘RushCam’ Campbell, for a quick snap.
10 Nov, 2026 0

Something Extra | Tuesday

Excitement, conversation and a Chery on top were part of the mix as Fidelity Motors hosted the launch of Chery Jamaica last Wednesday at Hope Botanical Gardens in St Andrew. The event brought together…
Kadian Myers-Brown, president of the Black River chapter of the St Elizabeth Chamber of Commerce.
10 Nov, 2026 0

Insurance shortfalls, financial losses crippling St Bess business recovery

WESTERN BUREAU: Crippling financial losses, inadequate insurance coverage and mounting borrowing costs are threatening the survival of several businesses across St Elizabeth, leaving some operators…
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Immigration | Who should I contact about my application for a British passport?

Dear Mr Bassie, I have applied for my British passport. The process is taking longer than expected and I would like to know what I should do. – D.D. Dear D.D., With respect to passport advice…
Dahlia A. Walker-Huntington
10 Nov, 2026 0

Immigration | How can I become a citizen of the USA?

Good morning Mrs Walker-Huntington: My wife of over three years and daughter are in the USA as citizens and I’m from the UK. What is my best route to become a citizen of the USA? – DS Dear DS:…
Canada introduced a cap on study-permit applications in 2024.
10 Nov, 2026 0

Immigration | Why a college acceptance letter is not enough

Dear Miss Powell, My daughter has been accepted to a college in Canada, and the school wants a large tuition deposit. We thought the study permit would follow easily. Now we are hearing about a cap…
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The Shipping Schedule

November 10–16, 2026 JAMAICA FREIGHT & SHIPPING CO LTD. VESSELS ETA KINGSTON APL NEW JERSEY 11/11 SEABOARD SUN 11/11 SEABOARD EXPLORER 11/11 CONTSHIP …