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April 26, 2026

Sean Major-Campbell | Faith and war walking together

Is it okay for Christians to go to war? Is it appropriate for a Christian to own a gun or other weapon? Is it unchristian to support a war? These questions are somewhat related to the ethical…
Popular vlogger Jhaedee ‘Jaii Frais’ Richards.
April 25, 2026 by Tanesha Mundle

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King’s Counsel Peter Champagnie is calling for restraint in public discussion surrounding the firearm case involving popular podcaster Jhaedee Richards and music producer Jahvel Morrison, after both…
Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness.
April 25, 2026 by Sashana Small

PM urges local contractors to ‘invest in yourselves’, become more globally competitive

Local contractors are being urged to make the necessary investment in their companies to effectively compete for large-scale government projects. Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness made the suggestion…
Maurice Ellis, vice president of the Ganja Growers Association of Jamaica.
April 25, 2026 by Lester Hinds

Jamaican ganja growers cautiously optimistic amid reclassification by Trump

The ganja fraternity in Jamaica, while welcoming the recent decision by the United States (US) Department of Justice to reclassify certain cannabis products, is urging local producers to see it as…
Kathryn Silvera, president of the Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association.
April 25, 2026 by Mickalia Kington

JMEA urges vigilance as contaminated sugar probe unfolds

Kathryn Silvera, president of the Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA), says the organisation is relying on guidance from regulators as concerns grow over contaminated sugar linked…
Christopher Jarrett, president of the Jamaica Hotel & Tourist Association.
April 25, 2026 by Albert Ferguson

Tourism players cite global uncertainty and soft bookings amid recovery push

Western Bureau: As Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett tours hospitality properties along Jamaica’s south coast to assess recovery efforts and reinforce the sector’s readiness to welcome international…
Students start off the morning with a quick but fun warm-up session chanting ‘I love me’, a catchphrase from a Jamaica Moves song.
April 25, 2026

Success depends on support

While Broughton Primary School’s Jamaica Moves showcase drew praise for its creativity and execution, Principal Marva Davis-Clarke says long-term success will depend on sustained support – especially…
Photo op with Jane Owen, governor of Cayman Islands.
April 25, 2026

Jamaica’s NDTC conquers Duke and Cayman

From a sold-out triumph at one of America’s most prestigious universities to standing ovations in the heart of the Cayman Islands, the National Dance Theatre Company (NDTC) has once again reminded the…
Britain’s Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch
April 25, 2026

Legality v morality – a convenient farce

When those who race to plant their flag on the moral high ground and by the look of things – all over the moon – recast centuries of barbarism as lawful conduct, having first judged vast sections of…