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December 9, 2025
VMIL clears losses with tax credits but Melissa adds turbulence
VM Investments Limited has produced its best results in the third quarter, after two periods of losses, year-to-date, but is uncertain what the next period will bring as it assesses the operational…
December 9, 2025
Wellness advocate calls for national conversation on men’s hormonal health
Midlife changes are often associated with women, but health experts say men also undergo significant hormonal shifts that can affect their energy, mood, and overall well-being. The condition, known as…
December 9, 2025
by Ruddy Mathison
Portmore mayor leads second hurricane relief drive out west
The Portmore City Municipality on Sunday delivered another batch of relief supplies to communities devastated by Hurricane Melissa, making its second trip to western Jamaica. This time the aid went…
December 9, 2025
T&T government widens bans on fetes at sporting venues
PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad, CMC – Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar Tuesday widened her ban on carnival activities at major sporting venues, a few weeks after announcing a similar ban at the Brian…
December 9, 2025
AI sparks debate at COP30 climate talks
At the United Nations climate talks in Brazil, artificial intelligence is being cast as both a hero worthy of praise and a villain that needs policing. Tech companies and a handful of countries at the…
December 9, 2025
Kaya takes a beating from Melissa
Kaya Limited, operator of cannabis stores in Jamaica, reported strong financial gains for the September quarter. But its next report will be coloured by Hurricane Melissa, which inflicted severe…
December 9, 2025
December 9, 2025
by Gloria Charite
Hurricane's impact extends beyond infrastructure to mental health
This article marks the first in a series highlighting Youth Voices in Hurricane Melissa Recovery. It will feature perspectives from youth as they reflect on key areas of the recovery process, offering…
December 9, 2025
Lawrence Nicholson | Family business exposure to natural disasters
Is it possible to adequately prepare for a Category 5 hurricane? This question was posed in cyberspace where ChatGPT resides. The following was the swift response: “While adequate preparation…