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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…
April 26, 2026
Delano Seiveright | Stop chasing perfection, start delivering recovery with NaRRA
Let me be clear from the outset: the National Reconstruction and Resilience Authority (NaRRA) Act is not routine legislation. It is one of the most consequential decisions this Parliament will make in…
April 26, 2026
Mark Wignall | University Hospital and taxes
The University Hospital of the West Indies (UHWI) has admitted that it owes some J$18 billion in taxes. Yes, that’s right - J$18 billion in taxes to the Government. With penalties and late fees, the…
April 26, 2026
Dennis Minott | Sockpuppetting, aliases, oil, and the crooked republic
The digital age was promised as the great leveller — the ultimate democratisation of the public square. In the Jamaican context, however, this promise has curdled into a sophisticated engine of…
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…