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04 Jul, 2026
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Ronald Sanders | Reflections on 250 years of American independence
Two hundred and fifty years ago, in the sweltering heat of a Philadelphia summer, a small group of men did something without precedent in modern history. They gathered, argued, deliberated, and then…
04 Jul, 2026
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Tony Deyal | Words from then to now
According to the 1500 Poetry Society, ‘Diaphanous’ is the most beautiful word in the English language and it took me back to my elementary and secondary schools.I was reading a column and reached…
04 Jul, 2026
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Consider light rail/tram system for public transportation in Kingston
THE EDITOR, Madam:
At the recent launch of the Spark Main Roads programme, there was an interesting announcement of plans to utilise the space above the storm drain system in Kingston to build more…
04 Jul, 2026
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Address Linstead’s garbage problem
THE EDITOR, Madam:
I am writing, as a concerned citizen, on the state of affairs in Linstead. For years, I have observed how the town and its environs are treated by adults and children alike.…
04 Jul, 2026
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11-year-old inspires Cromarty Grove graduates to dream big
The decision to invite an 11-year-old student to deliver the keynote address at the Cromarty Grove Early Childhood Development Centre’s graduation ceremony was deliberate. Organisers wanted graduates…
04 Jul, 2026
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Letter of the Day | Time for reform of the school system
THE EDITOR, Madam:
The Primary Exit Profile (PEP) examination was introduced with the worthy intention of assessing students and facilitating placement in secondary schools. Yet, years later, it is…
04 Jul, 2026
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Editorial | Building a culture of repair
It is not known if, or by how much, the situation has improved since the announcement of a maintenance policy of the island’s health system.
But, four years ago, the health minister, Christopher…
04 Jul, 2026
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More parents, teachers to benefit from Digicel’s Safer Internet Programme
Digicel Foundation is expanding its Safer Internet Together (SIT) programme to include parents and teachers, equipping adults with the knowledge and tools needed to guide and monitor children’s…
04 Jul, 2026
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Tampa Premier Cricket League to launch $60m grassroots initiative for primary schools
Primary schools across the island are set to benefit from a major cricket boost as the Tampa Premier Cricket League (TPCL), along with title sponsor Jamaica Produce Hub, a United States-based company,…