In a region rich with cultural heritage and unsung heroes, many stories remain untold. A new course at The University of the West Indies (UWI), Mona, hopes to change that by training writers to become the voices behind those stories. Though not...
Standing before a room of outstanding Jamaicans, Governor General Sir Patrick Allen yesterday encouraged the nation’s people to continuously invest in the advancement of changemakers. “Excellence is not an accident. It is cultivated often against...
The Government has announced a new $1-billion initiative under which 50,000 Jamaicans – including the undocumented, unemployed, elderly, disabled, and other vulnerable groups – are set to benefit from extended social support and expanding access to...
As motorcycle fatalities increase and continue to claim the lives of Jamaica’s young men, local road safety advocates are calling for more efforts to tackle the dangerous mix of rebellion, misinformation, and weak enforcement. At a recent forum...
With motorcycle deaths in Jamaica continuing at an alarming rate, especially among young men, the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF), the JN Foundation, and the FIA Foundation have come together to strengthen helmet enforcement and rider safety...
Ideal parenting in Jamaica is often reflected in the provision of food, shelter, discipline, and education, but social worker Keisha Smith says families are missing the emotional connection that children need. “You go to school, learn, study a book...
With social equity and national development as top priorities, the Jamaica Social Stock Exchange (JSSE) and the Jamaica Society for the Blind (JSB) have committed to full transparency through a transformative partnership set to improve the lives of...
As the annual expo of the Final Year Capstone Project was hosted on Thursday, the Faculty of Engineering at The University of the West Indies (UWI), Mona, has once again allowed students the exposure of showcasing their innovations. These...
In what the Caribbean Community of Retired Persons (CCRP) describes as a heart-rending state of affairs, Jamaica’s elderly continue to suffer in silence, and are physically, emotionally, and financially abused and neglected, often by the very...
On Monday, the longstanding partnership between Boston College and Jamaica was revitalised as Senator Dr Dana Morris Dixon, minister for education, skills, youth and information, welcomed a visiting delegation to the Office of the Prime Minister in...
At just 30 years old, Jamaican innovator Rayvon Stewart has found himself on the frontlines of public health innovation with a solution born from a tragic hospital experience, a bit of inspiration, and the kind of determination that emerging young...
Plans by Sandals Resorts International to build new luxury properties in Providence, St James, have triggered environmental concerns over potential damage to Jamaica’s delicate coastal ecosystems. An environmental impact assessment (EIA) for the...
A relaxing transformation took place at The Salvation Army School for the Blind and Visually Impaired this Labour Day, as students, corporate volunteers, and teachers came together to brighten both the school compound and the futures of the...
At the heart of the Cooreville Gardens Basic School Labour Day project was a vision of colour, mobility, and learning, which Sonia Hyman, chairman of the school board, says was brought to life with fresh coats of paint and vibrant designs....
Eighteen bright and determined university students received life-changing support at this year’s Children of Jamaica Outreach (COJO) Annual Scholarship Awards Luncheon, held yesterday, with awards ranging from US$2,000 to US$5,000. The event, held...
Former Miss Jamaica World and trailblazing beauty queen Dr. Sanneta Myrie is sending heartfelt encouragement to Tahje Bennett, Miss Jamaica World 2024 who is currently representing the island on the global stage in India. In an exclusive interview...
Yesterday, across Jamaica, schools, communities, and families came together dressed vibrantly in sunshine yellow to celebrate National Children’s Day, a tradition now observed every third Friday in May. Spearheaded by the National Child Month...
Amid light drizzle described as “showers of blessings”, Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness declared on Thursday that St Thomas was no longer a forgotten parish. With several government members of parliament, public sector and civic leaders as well as...
Jamaican fashion designer Lisa McIntosh, founder of the brand Neahlis, made a triumphant return to the runway with her new collection titled Timeless, marking her first showcase in years. The designer debuted her latest work at the Spring into...
The sound of dhol drums and the swirl of colourful saris filled the air last Friday evening as Jamaica and India officially kicked off a three-day celebration to mark the 180th anniversary of the arrival of Indians in Jamaica. The festivities...
Oliver Nathaniel Williams, a Jamaican military veteran and former vice-president of the Jamaica Legion, led a life dedicated to service, discipline, and had an unwavering love for his country. He was a man who deeply valued the army and its...
Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness issued a call to action for parents, educators, and national leaders during Read Across Jamaica Day on Tuesday, stressing the critical role of literacy in navigating the information age. Holness began by recalling...
As principals from both primary and secondary schools presented compelling data, students’ results in the St Andrew East constituency revealed that their performances often surpass national averages. A celebration of academic excellence and...
The resurgence of mosquito-borne illnesses like dengue, chikungunya, and Zika remains a pressing concern across Latin America and the Caribbean. In response, top virologists gathered yesterday at The University of the West Indies (UWI) Mona Campus...
What began as a small idea born from a public health inspection quickly became a life-changing initiative for the residents of Thompson Town in Clarendon. The large-scale community clean-up project, which took place last week, was not only the...
