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August 7, 2026
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Back to Africa – Mahama revives right of return to motherland All this ‘back to Africa’ sentiment needs context. Is ‘Africa’ ready and waiting with open welcoming arms to embrace these dispersed…
August 7, 2026
KingAlarm enters real estate development with 10-project pipeline
KingAlarm, the Azar family-owned security company, plans to develop real estate properties, with land already acquired for two initial projects in Kingston and Ocho Rios and eight more in the…
August 7, 2026
Kristen Gyles | Independence from waterlessness
Every August 6, we celebrate the courage of those who imagined a nation capable of governing itself, determining its own future, and charting a path distinct from colonial rule. We honour our…
August 7, 2026
US dollar weakens sharply against Japanese yen after market interventions
AP: The US dollar weakened this week against the Japanese yen after US President Donald Trump and Japan’s finance minister confirmed that both sides had intervened in markets. Before late last week,…
August 7, 2026
by Krysta Anderson
Dwayna Mayler celebrating Jamaica, one tote at a time
Dwayna Mayler is wearing her patriotism on her sleeve – or, more accurately, over her shoulder. Rooted in national pride, the designer has created celebratory totes that arrive in time for Jamaica’s…
August 7, 2026
Letter of the Day | Jamaica doesn’t need just free, but clean and properly managed beaches
THE EDITOR, Madam: There have been media reports on the recent movement towards making all beaches in Jamaica public beaches. There is a lot of emotion, mostly on social media, as well as some…
August 7, 2026
Lauryn Hill brings Diaspora Calling! to the UK
AP: Moments before Lauryn Hill hopped on a call with The Associated Press, she and Fugees’ bandmate Wyclef Jean stood in the centre of London’s Piccadilly Circus, surrounded by fans. Broadcast above…
August 7, 2026
Peter Espeut | More history around Emancipation
At this time of year when we recall the events of 1834/1838, I would like to continue to share some historical details surrounding Emancipation that I find interesting and instructive. The…
August 7, 2026
Disney’s strong quarter driven by ‘Toy Story 5’ and draw of US theme parks
Disney’s solid third quarter was driven by a US$1-billion box office haul from Toy Story 5 and the strong draw of US theme parks that helped to offset continued weakness from international tourism.…