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December 15, 2025
TCL to distribute TV sets to hurricane affected communities
In response to the severe impact of Hurricane Melissa, technology brand TCL said it will donate 100 televisions to assist communities across Jamaica affected by the storm. The donation aims to support…
December 15, 2025
by Albert Ferguson
Generator-powered Christmas tree for Black River as recovery efforts continue
WESTERN BUREAU: A gasolene generator will be used to power a scaled-down Municipal Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony in Black River, St Elizabeth, as parish leaders move to keep hope alive in…
December 15, 2025
Letter of the Day | Why is Jamaica unaffordable for Jamaicans?
THE EDITOR, Madam: It has become painfully clear that Jamaica is facing a housing crisis that the authorities have yet to confront. People who live and work here can no longer afford a home.
December 15, 2025
Relocating health facilities may not be the solution
THE EDITOR, Madam: I read with great interest the article quoting state minister Elon Thompson speaking to the need to remove health facilities from the shorelines of the areas devastated by…
December 15, 2025
Imperative to keep children safe
THE EDITOR, Madam: It is important that we make sure our kids have safe places to learn and grow, and I think we really need to step up our efforts to make that happen. Unfortunately, we know that…
December 15, 2025
Jamel Banton | Concrete deck or zinc – what’s the best option?
When the prime minister recently cautioned Jamaicans not to rush into building concrete roofs after Hurricane Melissa, did he offer wise advice? His point was simple: do not trade one hazard for…
December 15, 2025
EIB explores financing support for Jamaica’s post-Hurricane Melissa recovery, resilience
A senior delegation from the European Investment Bank (EIB) has concluded a visit to Jamaica to discuss support for the country’s recovery and long-term resilience following Hurricane Melissa, as well…
December 15, 2025
by Ainsley Walters
Six winners in three race meets for Nelson
DANE Nelson made it six winners in three meets yesterday, hanging on by a nose aboard Anthony Nunes’ 7-5 favourite, ANOTHER ONE, to deny United States-bred COMMANDER Z with journeyman Ian Spence in…
December 15, 2025
Shaw the first female to reach 100 goals for City
MANCHESTER, England (CMC): Manchester City forward Khadija ‘Bunny’ Shaw scored a rare beaver-trick, and created history in the British competition, to help her side thump Aston Villa 6-1 and maintain…