THE EDITOR, Madam: Recently an acquaintance of mine made a comment that as a nation Jamaica does not need these frequent public holidays. His statement gave me pause and for some reason my inner Jamaican almost found it offensive. I replied that...
THE EDITOR,Madam: I note with interest The Gleaner’s concern about the general ignorance of Jamaicans of their fundamental rights and freedoms, and their seeming readiness to trade them as expressed in your editorial of April 22. Blatant abuse of...
THE EDITOR, Madam: As the world reflects on Pope Francis’ passing, it is imperative to examine the essence of his leadership style, which transcended mere promises and sought to enact meaningful change. A transformational leader, as epitomised by...
THE EDITOR, Madam: Growing up, I often heard the phrase “handouts” in relation to politicians, believing that the root of our societal issues lay solely with them. However, as I’ve matured and gained a deeper understanding of our political...
THE EDITOR, Madam: Easter Sunday marked three months since the inauguration of the US president, although it may seem a lot longer. So much has happened in the second coming of Donald Trump, with dramatic policy changes effecting many lives at...
THE EDITOR, Madam: Crime-fighting in Jamaica is not for the faint of heart. Over the past five years, statistics from the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) reveal that our nation has endured approximately 6,216 murders. People have ample...
THE EDITOR, Madam: I was watching a camera focused at street level on Bourbon Street in New Orleans where St. Peter (I’m not kidding) crosses. I got into checking on it, the webcam live view, during the recent Mardi Gras celebrations there –...
THE EDITOR, Madam: It is certainly odd, that the Easter celebration, which is held to acknowledge the resurrection of Jesus Christ, seems to be bordering on sacrilege. Perhaps, for countries whose population is dwindling in numbers, increase in...
THE EDITOR, Madam: In recent years, the language of feminism has become more visible. It is evident in academic circles, activist spaces, advertisements, boardroom presentations, and branding campaigns. Terms like ‘empowerment’, ‘girl boss’, and...
THE EDITOR, Madam: The edicts of politicians are easily erased by the reality on the ground. A candle can still light the darkness, admittedly in a small way than an electrical bulb. However, the candle left unattended is far more dangerous and...
THE EDITOR, Madam: Every Easter, I ponder the concept that Jesus Christ’s nature and teachings even left John the Baptist, who believed in him as the saviour, troubled by his apparently contradictory version of the Hebraic messiah, with which...
THE EDITOR, Madam: Easter is a time of deep reflection, reminding us of the ultimate sacrifice, a testament to love and unwavering commitment. As we walk through this sacred season, we remember the story etched in the scriptures: the arrest and...
THE EDITOR, Madam: Everyone wants Jamaica to go digital but few are talking about the cost. As a business owner, I can tell you that, every time a customer swipes a credit card, we lose money. A typical J$2,000 sale can attract up to four per...
PNP wants Patois declared an official language Why? We already speak it fluently, and speakers of Patois understand Standard English when spoken to them just fine. – @madald2 So dat is her best she bring to the table. They’re always trying to...
THE EDITOR, Madam: As Jamaica approaches yet another election cycle, it is imperative for the electorate to reflect on the numerous promises made by the current administration and the glaring discrepancies between these pledges and the present...
THE EDITOR, Madam: Students need to know that it’s not enough any more to just study hard and get good grades. The world is changing faster than ever, and if they’re not paying attention, they’ll miss opportunities that could change their life...
THE EDITOR, Madam: Two Americans were relating to us last Sunday their recent experience of visiting Jamaica. Obviously, these two individuals were not just prophets of doom; one commented on the jerked chicken and other dishes he tried, saying...
THE EDITOR, Madam: Two decades ago today, on April 16, 2005, the historic inauguration ceremony for the Caribbean Court of Justice took place at Queen’s Hall, Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago. It was the fulfilment of part of the dream of the...
THE EDITOR, Madam: The recent developments in US-Caribbean relations highlighted critical geopolitical and economic issues that warranted closer scrutiny. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s visit to Jamaica reignited debates over Trump’s...
THE EDITOR, Madam: The recent tariffs imposed by the United States on its trading partners reflect less a concern about trade imbalances and more a signal of a superpower grappling with its waning dominance. Whether one supports or opposes Donald...
THE EDITOR, Madam: Dr Garth Rattary’s article on Sunday, April 13 is quite interesting. It was a creative way to talk about the profound madness we encounter on our roads with these so-called taxi and minibus drivers. I have personally...
Custos warns against rejoicing when gunmen are killed God forbid a family member of his becomes a victim of crime, I guarantee he’d sing a different tune! – @jackalino14 I agree pastor. – @Sugar71985251 Understand your point, but it’s...
THE EDITOR, Madam: I am writing to express my views on recent US-Caribbean relations. Over the past three months, there have been several high-level diplomatic visits from international leaders, including US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and...
THE EDITOR, Madam: I was looking at the casualty numbers the other day and I noticed that there was something wrong with them. The number of civilians killed in Ukraine in three years of war is 12,605. Ukraine’s current population is about 29...
THE EDITOR, Madam: I am a Jamaica Maritime Institute-trained professional mariner of 40 plus years’ experience. There has been much public interest about the refrigerated container that washed up on Hellshire Beach. I contacted my colleagues in...
