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Gov't to review proposals for resumption of entertainment sector
JIS: Prime Minister Andrew Holness says the Government will be reviewing proposals submitted by stakeholders regarding the resumption of the entertainment sector. He said that several proposals have been sent in about how the industry can...
CommentsJDF officer in sex scandal resigns
The Jamaica Defence Force (JDF) officer at the centre of a sex scandal has resigned. In a statement, the JDF said following the conclusion of its investigation, the officer submitted his resignation to the Defence Board. The allegation related to...
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COVID BREAK - PM relaxes restrictions but warns of pullback if rules broken
Days after tighter strictures were placed on Manchester to contain the worrying spike in COVID-19 numbers, some areas of national life are being given a reprieve following intense lobbying. Effective February 1, churches will have the green light...
CommentsCOVID passports off to flying start for US travellers
Travellers to the United States (US) had a generally smooth induction into the new regime of so-called coronavirus passports, with at least two prospective passengers being turned back at the Norman Manley International Airport (NMIA) early Tuesday...
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South St Catherine Chamber of Commerce takes on new life
The Old Harbour Chamber of Commerce has taken on new life under its new name – South St Catherine Chamber of Commerce – which was launched last Wednesday at the Old Harbour Baptist Church in Marlie Acres Speaking at the launch, president of the...
CommentsViolence against women an urgent national problem
One in four Jamaican women has been a victim of gender-based violence, having been physically abused by a male partner, while an equal number of women have been sexually abused by men who are not their intimate partners. “This is an urgent national...
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Recover at home - Blake hopes new wellness centre will allow athletes to remain in Ja for specialised treatment
Having suffered multiple career-threatening injuries himself, superstar Jamaican sprinter Yohan Blake is looking to ensure that the world-class treatment and services needed to recover are available to his fellow athletes, right here in Jamaica....
CommentsWe have to do better - Roach expects improved showing from WI Test team against Bangladesh
West Indies fast bowler Kemar Roach says he expects the Test side to put up a better fight against Bangladesh when the two teams meet in the two-match series, which bowls off on February 3 in Chattogram. Roach was quick to point out that the...
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JSE Conference | Jefferies urges market caution
JSE CAPITAL MARKETS CONFERENCE Jamaican investors interested in the American financial market are being urged to be cautious in their investment decisions, even as recent market activity has been bullish. Gregory Fisher, Managing Director...
CommentsSlow walk to 5G roll-out - SMA getting ready to deploy spectrum, but telecoms not ready to invest
Jamaica’s big telecommunications companies aren’t prioritising rapid roll-outs of 5th generation, or 5G, mobile technology, even though radio frequencies for the service are already earmarked by the agency in charge of distributing spectrum. In its...
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‘He was in a class of his own’ - Peter Ferguson hailed for brilliant photography
Last Thursday, Jamaica lost one of its most gifted photographers, said Collin Reid, a fellow lens man and friend of the late Peter Ferguson. “If I were to name the top five within our field, Peter would have to be in the list, and one of the things...
Comments‘Black Bodies’: Short film, long impact
It starts out with the striking voice of literary and visual artist, Komi Olafimihan, articulating a poignant spoken word poem and sounds of panicked breathing in the background from the lead female played by Donisha Prendergast, whose sudden...
CommentsLetter of the Day | Urgent action needed to fix public transportation system
THE EDITOR, Madam: As a poor, ordinary man who considers public transportation as the cheapest option, I need to bring to the public’s attention and seek its support in condemnation of bus operators who ply the Mandeville to Kingston and the...
CommentsThanks for the life lessons, Ken
THE EDITOR, Madam: I have fond memories of Ken Allen when he was The Gleaner’s opinion editor at the turn of the century. He was a man of candour and wit. But more important, he sought to make you a better person. Not everyone could appreciate his...
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A ‘tsunami’ of grief - Britain’s coronavirus deaths pass 100,000
LONDON (AP): For nine months, Gordon Bonner has been in the “hinterlands of despair and desolation” after losing his wife of 63 years to the coronavirus pandemic that has now taken the lives of more than 100,000 people in the United Kingdom (UK)....
CommentsUS restoring relations with Palestinians
UNITED NATIONS (AP): US President Joe Biden’s administration announced Tuesday it was restoring relations with the Palestinians and renewing aid to Palestinian refugees, a reversal of the Trump administration’s cut-off and a key element of its new...
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Vernessa Scarlett: Living with fibromyalgia
Vernessa Scarlett has a vivacious personality. Her smile and witty nature have defied the many challenges she has encountered during her lifetime. Behind the bubbly personality is a woman who has endured insurmountable pain, yet she continues to...
CommentsWear your mask!
COVID-19 Spreads mainly from person to person through respiratory droplets. Respiratory droplets travel into the air when you cough, sneeze, talk, shout or sing. These droplets can then land in the mouths or noses of people who are near you, or...
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Something Extra | Wednesday
Ricardo Gordon and Melissa Robinson joined hands and hearts in holy matrimony in December. The gorgeous bride said yes to a stunning Margo gown by Enzoani, while the handsome groom chose a classic tuxedo, as specially invited guests gathered at...
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Editorial | Clarify CSEC options
Kristen Gyles | Her child is his, too