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April 26, 2026
STATHS Trust – legacy in action
For the Saint Andrew Technical High School (STATHS), legacy is a structured, living system. At the centre of that system is the STATHS Trust, an organisation deliberately designed to ensure that…
April 26, 2026
The anchor of identity: Why culture is our greatest shield
As April draws to a close, the Kingston Waterfront offers more than a scenic horizon. It presents a powerful metaphor. Along the edge of one of the world’s largest natural harbours, we are reminded…
April 26, 2026
Expanded cement quota too small for Melissa rebuilding, warns Buying House
Buying House Company Limited says the Government’s decision to expand its cement import quota falls short of what will be needed to maintain stable supply through the second half of the year as…
April 26, 2026
Gordon Robinson | The doctrine of “so what?”
Pick a table – any table. Ask anybody whether it’s solid. They’ll all answer “yes”. Ask if it’s stationary. You’ll get the same answer. You can do the same with a rock. Then show them the table or…
April 26, 2026
Raslan Abu Rukun | Historic opening: Israel, Lebanon, and the courage to choose peace
April 14, 2026, will be remembered as a historic day. For the first time in decades, Israeli and Lebanese ambassadors met for direct peace talks under American mediation. This moment did not emerge in…
April 26, 2026
by Matthew Smith
Matthew Smith-Barrett and Hodine Williams | The law is not clueless – the case of the imitation firearm
Much has been said in recent weeks about the Firearms (Prohibition, Restriction and Regulation) Act, 2022, and the treatment of “imitation firearms”. Public concern has arisen from the view that toys,…
April 26, 2026
Olga Isaza | Jamaica must build climate-resilient schools
When classrooms fall silent, the loss goes far beyond damaged infrastructure It disrupts learning, stability, and opportunity for thousands of children. In an era of escalating climate shocks, these…
April 26, 2026
by Krysta Anderson
Violinist Dr Jessica Yap shares eye-opening journey into ophthalmology
Growing up, Dr Jessica Yap rose to prominence as one of the most renowned violinists of her time, drawing her bow to create the sweetest melodies in front of appreciative audiences and performing…
April 26, 2026
As a man thinketh in his heart, so is he!
We have all heard the timeless proverb, “As a man thinketh in his heart, so is he.” It is often quoted to emphasise the power of thought. Yet, we tend to overlook a crucial word – heart. Our attention…