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Steve McGregor says commissioner must come from inside JCF

Published:Tuesday | February 13, 2018 | 12:00 AMJason Cross/Gleaner Writer

Acting Assistant Commissioner of Police Steve McGregor says he is watching intently to see which of his senior colleagues will make a move for the now vacant police commissioner post, before he decides if he is to submit his own application to the...

More Nyammings Yaad Style

Published:Tuesday | February 13, 2018 | 12:00 AMKrysta Anderson/Gleaner Writer

A whistle pierced the air as a peanut man pulled up by the landmark clock in Half-Way Tree square. Last Friday, specially invited guests had more than a bellyful when they were treated to more than their fair share of 'nyammings' - yaad style! JMMB...

100 kicks off Chinese New Year celebrations

Published:Tuesday | February 13, 2018 | 12:00 AMLatara Boodie/Gleaner Writer

With the Chinese New Year being just around the corner, 100 on Hope Road kicked off the annual celebrations with food and drink on the rooftop and gaming lounge."The Chinese culture has a very strong presence in our gaming lounge. We value the...

Bubbly delight - Wine and food pairings thrill at Brunch, Bubbles and Brew

Published:Tuesday | February 13, 2018 | 12:00 AM

The Super Bowl was the farthest thing from the minds of guests who gathered in cool, cool Manchester on the porch of Chef Debe Lange-Chen for another instalment of Brunch, Bubbles and Brew recently.The menu served up was paired with wines, beers and...

No reprieve for late night toll road users

Published:Tuesday | February 13, 2018 | 12:00 AMErica Virtue/Senior Gleaner Writer

Representatives of the National Road Operating and Constructing Company (NROC) were brought to the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) of Parliament Tuesday, following three major concerns about the entity's liquidity and financial viability highlighted...

Something Extra | Thursday

Published:Tuesday | February 13, 2018 | 12:00 AM

It was all Yaad Fusion retro vibes at the JMMB Corporate Mixer at the Ranny Williams Entertainment Centre last Friday.Guests came out dressed the part - the best of the '80s and '90s. Our cameras were kept busy capturing it all for you.

JaRistotle’s Jottings | Byting crime bit by bit

Published:Wednesday | February 14, 2018 | 12:00 AM

As crime and violence continue to plague the nation, the interests of individuals, sectors, and political parties have to give way to the collective good of us all. Just as how we are one Jamaica and singing One Love when Team Jamaica mines gold at...

Mark Wignall | And still, the PM persisted

Published:Wednesday | February 14, 2018 | 12:00 AM

A politician is by no means a rare find if one wants to forage all over. In truth, the composition of most politicians supports the obvious finding that they are highly motivated individuals, but with what end in mind, we do not fully know.What...

The good ‘ole days of radio

Published:Wednesday | February 14, 2018 | 12:00 AM

THE EDITOR, Sir:Let's take a short walk down memory lane.Do you remember, in days gone by, RJR used to play some good 'old hits' music every Thursday evening, when Henry 'Busha' Stennett was the moderator of the programme, The Evening People Show,...

Macron's office closes press room, moves reporters off-site

Published:Wednesday | February 14, 2018 | 12:00 AM

PARIS (AP)French President Emmanuel Macron's office is closing the press room inside the presidential palace amid broader efforts by the French leader to control his public image.Advisers for Macron announced yesterday that journalists will be moved...

The extinction of Paul Bogle

Published:Wednesday | February 14, 2018 | 12:00 AM

THE EDITOR, Sir;Today, (Thursday, February 15, 2018) marks the day when the 1 cent, 10 cents and 25 cents will cease to be legal tender in Jamaica. I must say that these coins had already been 'demonetised' from the pockets and wallets of many...

KSAMC going after promoters

Published:Wednesday | February 14, 2018 | 12:00 AMCarlene Davis/Gleaner Writer

The Kingston and St Andrew Municipal Corporation (KSAMC) is stepping up efforts to get persons to apply for place of amusement licences before staging any event.Addressing the KSAMC monthly meeting on Tuesday, Councillor Vernon McLeod argued that...

Pakistan begins seizing charities linked to US-wanted cleric

Published:Wednesday | February 14, 2018 | 12:00 AM

ISLAMABAD (AP):Amid increasing pressure from the international community, Pakistan yesterday began seizing assets and funds belonging to Islamic charities linked to a radical cleric wanted by the US, officials said.It was the first step against...

Earth Today | Adaptation officer urges support for Climate Change Division

Published:Wednesday | February 14, 2018 | 12:00 AMBY PETRE WILLIAMS-RAYNOR

DR ORVILLE Grey, who will shortly leave his role as senior technical officer for adaptation with the Climate Change Division, has urged enhanced government, private sector and civil society support for the...

Scotiabank Vision Achiever Programme looking to transform businesses

Published:Wednesday | February 14, 2018 | 12:00 AM

Scotiabank is calling on small and medium enterprises (SMEs) interested in being part of the upcoming Scotiabank Vision Achiever programme to register online at www.scotiavisionachiever.com for a chance at benefiting from an extensive range of...

Earth Today | FAO conference to spotlight climate change, rural poverty

Published:Wednesday | February 14, 2018 | 12:00 AM

CLIMATE CHANGE and rural poverty are among the main issues to be looked at the upcoming 35th regional conference of the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) of the United Nations, to be held in Montego Bay next month.The conference will begin on...

Video release of race protest song coincides with Reggae/Black History Month

Published:Wednesday | February 14, 2018 | 12:00 AMMel Cooke/Gleaner Writer

Singer Samory I, had a choice in doing what became the penultimate track on his debut album Black Gold, released in 2017. Producer Rorystonelove did not present him with a choice of songs, but two versions of the same song, Is It Because I'm Black....

Letter of the Day | More deportees than returning residents

Published:Wednesday | February 14, 2018 | 12:00 AM

THE EDITOR, Sir:For all of the Jamaicans concerned about migration and Diasporas, the recent findings that we now have more deportees than returning residents should give us pause for thought. I hope that the work done by Professor Thomas-Hope on...

Chart Watch Billboard | Little movement despite new No. 1

Published:Wednesday | February 14, 2018 | 12:00 AM

Although there is a new number one, there is precious little movement on the Billboard Reggae Albums Chart, which holds for the rest of this week up to Saturday, February 17. That number one is also the greatest gainer, as the various artistes set...

Mental side effects must be included in obesity fight

Published:Wednesday | February 14, 2018 | 12:00 AM

Dr Abigail Harrison, president of the Paediatric Association of Jamaica, said it was crucial that the fight against obesity should not be seen only for the physical side effects, but also include ways to inform the public of the serious...

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