Growing up in Jamaica with my grandparents and mom I remember days of what I called torture. Good torture that is. Everyday I had to take Cod Liver Oil tablets and wondered, “what…
Jammin’ Proud and Strong for Jamaica 61: The Ultimate Independence Day Playlist
Here are the ultimate songs that set the stage for every annual Jamaica Independence Day celebration. Whether you’re in the heart of Jamaica or across the globe, these timeless hits will make you…
Glitzy poll numbers boost Golding
HIS political fortunes have risen in recent months due to his own push to project himself and his message more, and on the other hand, by a ruling Administration that continues to lose…
Education needs synergy with entertainment industry
CHAIRMAN of the Jamaica Reggae Industry Association board Ewan Simpson is calling for more formal partnerships between the education system and private event planners and producers. “It helps both because it will give…
Knutsord Express ready for growth opportunities
KNUTSFORD Express is positioning itself for greater growth opportunities after the company had what CEO Oliver Townsend termed a “record-breaking” financial performance. The company reported an almost 48.6 per cent jump in revenue…
Celebrating Jamaica 61
Celebrating Jamaica 61 NEW RELEASE To mark Jamaica’s 61st year of independence, under the theme “Jamaica 61… Proud & Strong,” Tad’s Record Inc.’s founder, Tad Dawkins, and his son and business partner, Tad…
Audra Diptée | The secret history of Jamaica’s Independence
As Jamaicans celebrate another year of political independence, some time should also be taken for sombre reflection on the nation’s history. In my work as a historian, I have had the opportunity to…
Theresa Rodriguez-Moodie and Anthony Greenway | Rio Cobre: More effective environmental monitoring needed
Following the major pollution incident in the Rio Cobre in July 2022, the Jamaica Environment Trust (JET) decided to investigate the efficacy of the environmental water-quality monitoring conducted by the Jamaica Bauxite Institute…
‘Be vigilant’: FSC warns pension managers amid $2b equity slide
The Financial Services Commission, FSC, warned fund managers to stay vigilant to protect against the further erosion of clients’ pension funds, which took a $2 billion beating in the first quarter, amid the…