For nearly three decades, Captain Ian Grant had one of the best offices in the world. From the cockpit of Air Jamaica’s Boeing 727, DC-8, Airbus A300 and later the Airbus A340, he…
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Canute Thompson | Some naked (and hidden) truths about university rankings
In recent months, there have been conversations and public commentaries on the nature, purpose, meaning, and trustworthiness of university rankings. The fact that there are these expressions of interests and voicing of questions…
Kishi Anderson Leachman and Steve Sider | Ascot Primary controversy and urgent need for inclusive school leadership
Recent public debate has been sparked by reports that students at Ascot Primary School were barred from wearing graduation gowns because of low academic performance on the Primary Exit Profile (PEP). While the…
WEEKLY DEVOTIONAL: The Promise of His Presence
Psalm 91 is one of Scripture’s greatest declarations of God’s protection and faithfulness. It was written to reassure God’s covenant people that the Lord is their refuge in times of danger and uncertainty. Yet…
From Wolmer’s to Chief of Surgery: The Inspiring Journey of Jamaican Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr. Havalee Henry
Every day, Dr. Havalee Henry enters the operating room with one goal: to restore movement, relieve pain and help her patients reclaim their quality of life. The Jamaican-born orthopaedic surgeon has built an…
‘There Is Definitely a Crisis’: Bellevue CEO Suzette Buchanan Sounds Alarm on Mental Health in Jamaica
Chief Executive Officer of Bellevue Hospital Suzette Buchanan says Jamaica is facing a mental health crisis and is calling for more sensitivity, education and support for people living with mental health conditions. Speaking…
Jamaicans Should See Cuba Opening as an Opportunity, Not Just a Threat
News that Cuba is moving toward major economic reforms has sparked discussion across the Caribbean. Some Jamaicans have expressed concern that a more open Cuban economy could create competition for Jamaica, especially in…
A Jamaican’s Guide To The Best Things To Do In New York in July 2026
Summer is here and what an exciting start it has been. Following the exciting events as part of Caribbean American Heritage Month, July is continuing to build on the trend. This month will…
Are We Missing Out on Jamaica’s Greatest Football Player? The Rise of Khadija “Bunny” Shaw
“Success is where preparation and opportunity meet.” — Bobby Unser, American Race car Driver There are moments in sports when an athlete becomes so dominant that the conversation is no longer about whether…
Jamaican American Dr. Dahlia A. Blake Re-Elected President of The Opera Society in South Florida
Jamaican American physician and community leader Dr. Dahlia A. Blake has been re-elected for a second term as President of The Opera Society, continuing her leadership of an organization that has supported opera…