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February 5, 2026

Basil Jarrett | Flexi-work and the end of the 9-5

Two years ago, I wrote two columns pleading for us to stop treating the 9-5 workday like one of the Ten Commandments. I argued for work-from-home, four-day work weeks, and staggered hours, recognising…
Co-founders of Broken Plate, Kwasi Henry (left) and Chef Damion Stewart were pleased with the afternoon’s proceedings.
February 5, 2026 by Nyoka Manning

Palates pleased!

The Sagicor Foundation Brunch Experience with the 2026 Patrons unfolded as a carefully paced culinary showcase, positioning food as both centrepiece and connector in the lead-up to the Sagicor Sigma…
Isaiah Freckleton at 31 years old, during his working years, long before his migration overseas.
February 5, 2026 by Mickalia Kington

A century of memories

At 100 years old, Isaiah Freckleton still marvels at the passage of time. Lying in his bed one night, alone with his thoughts, the centenarian found himself pondering. “I began to count from one to a…
Alando Terrelonge (right), State Minister in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, receives one of the packages from Nathaniel Peat (centre), GJDC UK Rep, and Jackson Smith, CEO of Fantasy Wings, both of whom organised the diaspora-led relief
February 5, 2026

Corporate Hands | Diaspora-led relief flight from the UK delivers supplies

Minister without portfolio in the Office of the Prime Minister with responsibility for Efficiency, Innovation and Digital Transformation, Ambassador Audrey Marks (centre), shares a moment with (from left) Chief Executive Officer of Percy Junor Hospital, Ca
February 5, 2026

Corporate Hands | US-based diaspora group donates US$30,000 in supplies to Percy Junor Hospital

The American Chamber of Commerce, Jamaica (AmCham Jamaica) extended its support to the Mustard Seed Community’s Blessed Assurance home in Montego Bay, St James following severe flooding caused by the passing of Hurricane Melissa. AmCham Jamaica delivered
February 5, 2026

Corporate Hands | AmCham Jamaica extends support to Mustard Seed Community

Excitement overflowed in the water, along the shoreline,  and at the winner’s podium as teenage female participants in Swim for the Sanctuary kept Tazhna Williams (right), public relations & corporate events executive at Massy Distribution Jamaica Limit
February 10, 2026

Corporate Hands | Massy Brands power a purpose-filled ‘Swim for the Sanctuary’

Senior Manager, Marketing & Communications at Guardian Group (left); Sheriel Hill-Gayle, Business Development Manager at Guardian General Insurance of Jamaica; Karen Bhoorasingh, President of Guardian General Insurance of Jamaica; Roshane Reid-Koomson, Exe
February 5, 2026

Corporate Hands | Guardian General supports cervical cancer screening initiative

Leighton Davis, organiser of Kingston Curry Festival.
February 5, 2026

Kingston Curry Festival to bring family fun to Devon House

With Kingston fast cementing its reputation as a melting pot of food, culture and creativity, the Kingston Curry Festival is set to serve up a bold, flavour-packed experience when it takes over Devon…