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Attendees take a closer look at the BYD Shark, exploring the hybrid pickup’s functionality and technology during the BYD Test Drive Day at the Police Officers’ Club.
February 8, 2026

Future-Driven: BYD Electrifies and Foton Tunland V9 Debuts

Automotive enthusiasts witnessed a double-header of innovation. From the quiet hum of electrification to the rugged power of diesel, local enthusiasts were treated to a diverse showcase of the future…
February 1, 2026

Hello mi neighbour | Face difficulties with a positive attitude

Wishing you peace, joy and happiness all your days! Already enjoying these? Been a while since you experienced such luxuries? If so, it’s my sincere wish that that will change sooner than later. Maybe…
Business
February 1, 2026 by Luke Douglas

Jamaica’s nuclear prototypes within six years amid wider two-decade time horizon

Jamaica’s adoption of nuclear power could be two decades away though working prototypes may emerge within four to six years, according to the professor leading the country’s nuclear energy planning…
The newly appointed principal of Portmore Community College, Dr Austin Wright, is looking to bring his dynamic collaborative approach to the institution.
February 1, 2026 by Krysta Anderson

‘Wright’ on time

As students gear up for the second month of the new school semester, one educator has embarked on a new academic journey at Portmore Community College (PCC). Reverend Dr Austin George Alphonso Wright…
Duhaney Simmonds
February 1, 2026 by Paul H. Williams

Of love and Pentecostal fire

I recently chanced upon Pastor Duhaney Simmonds at a spot along Great George Street in Savanna-la-Mar, Westmoreland. He was immaculately dressed, standing straight in his sartorial spendour. He…
Solar panels cover the roof at the home of Felix Jose Morfi where mechanics push his broken down Lada car in Regla, Havana province, Cuba, Thursday, January 29, 2026. (AP Photo/Ramon Espinosa)
January 31, 2026

Cubans scramble to survive as US vise on island tightens in push to oust government

HAVANA (AP) — Cubans are hustling to become more self-sufficient as the US government tightens its economic noose over the communist-run island in a move experts say is meant to force a popular…
File photo.
January 31, 2026

Cayman Islands sends US$1 million to support Jamaica’s hurricane recovery

GEORGE TOWN, Cayman Islands, CMC – The Cayman Islands Government has sent US$1 million to Jamaica to help the island recover from the devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa. This was part of the…
His court date is being finalised.
January 31, 2026

Man charged for allegedly stealing from rooms of guests at resort in Tower Isle

A man has been charged after allegedly entering the rooms of guests at a resort in Tower Isle, St Mary, and stealing cash and personal items, including designer bags. Charged with burglary and…
Inspector Donald Burke
January 31, 2026

Police assure that Bath area in St Thomas safe amid recent concerns

Responding to public discourse about the safety of Bath in St Thomas and the popular Bath Fountain attraction, the police in the division are assuring the public that the area is safe. Inspector…