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Chilean President Gabriel Boric delivers his speech on stage during the opening ceremony of the Fourth Ministerial Meeting of the Forum of China and Community of Latin American and Caribbean States at China National Convention Centre in Beijing, Tuesday, M
18 Feb, 2026 0

Elizabeth Morgan | Can Jamaica build strong partnerships in Latin America?

Looking at Prime Minister, Dr Andrew Holness’ recent statement at the International Economic Forum for Latin America and Caribbean held in Panama on January 28, and recent Gleaner editorials on…
Finishing first in his division, Marcus Banton happily wheels across the finish line on Sunday at the annual Sigma Corporate Run.
18 Feb, 2026 0

Banton, Green wheel to victory, celebrate staying active

While most entrants at the Sagicor Sigma Corporate Run took to the course on foot, the wheelchair category once again demonstrated that determination knows no bounds. This year’s winners, Marcus…
Poly Pet
18 Feb, 2026 0

CariCRIS upgrades Poly Pet outlook on successful bond refinancing

Caribbean Information and Credit Rating Services (CarCris) has lifted its outlook on Poly Pet Company Limited to “stable from negative”, citing the Jamaican manufacturer’s successful refinancing of up…
18 Feb, 2026 0

‘Intentional care is not a luxury’

Wellness is often framed as a trend, something seasonal, aesthetic, or aspirational. But for Antoinette Davis, wellness is neither fleeting nor performative. It is foundational. As founder and Chief…
Letters
18 Feb, 2026 0

The Reggae Boyz kit should be reconsidered

THE EDITOR, Madam: As a Jamaican, I'm a bit perturbed by what the Jamaica Football Federation has accepted for our footballers to wear. The national colours of Jamaica, which symbolise our rich…
Globally, research continues to show that women carry a disproportionate share of emotional and unpaid labour.
18 Feb, 2026 0

Authenticity over expectation – why midlife changes everything

For much of their lives, women are rewarded for being agreeable, capable, accommodating, and emotionally available. We learn early how to read a room, manage expectations, smooth discomfort, and hold…
Members of the JPA Executive (left to right): General Secretary Jordan Forrester, Chairperson of the Secretariat Brehanna Parkinson, President Nashá Patterson; Deputy Chairperson of the Executive Pari Valecha.
18 Feb, 2026 0

Prefects’ Week to spotlight student leadership, service and national impact

The Jamaica Prefects’ Association (JPA) has announced a week of islandwide activities from March 1 to March 7 as it stages its annual National Prefects’ Week. This year’s initiative is designed to…
Richard Vernon (centre), mayor of Montego Bay, interacts with local and international partners of his Mayor’s Charity Fund Adopt-a-House Programme during its launch at the St James Municipal Corporation chamber. From left are Deon Richardson, CEO of Comm
18 Feb, 2026 0

MoBay mayor pushes Adopt-A-House plan to rebuild 500 homes

WESTERN BUREAU: Montego Bay Mayor Richard Vernon has announced plans to rebuild some 500 homes damaged by Hurricane Melissa across St James, declaring that the municipality must act decisively to…
The Bank of Jamaica.
18 Feb, 2026 0

Jamaican businesses lift inflation forecasts, expect slower currency slide

Jamaican firms nudged up their inflation expectations in December, even as they saw a slower pace of currency depreciation and mixed signals on business conditions, according to the Bank of Jamaica’s…