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January 6, 2026

Growth & Jobs |Start 2026 right with this seven-point financial checklist

The start of a new year brings a wealth of possibilities. Key among these is the opportunity to take control of your finances and build healthier money habits. With rising costs, unexpected expenses,…
Dr Grace Kelly (right), Northern Caribbean University psychologist, poses with members of the Manchester Police Division after conducting a session on psychological first aid.
January 6, 2026

NCU psychologists train emergency first responders

Psychologists from Northern Caribbean University (NCU) recently trained police, military, and fire personnel in psychological first aid to help first responders support people traumatised by Hurricane…
John Bassie United Kingdon
January 6, 2026

Immigration Corner| How British citizens can apply for Global Entry to the US

Dear Mr Bassie, I understand that as a British citizen I might be able to access the USA more quickly if I am enrolled in Global Entry. Please advise if this is so. Any input would be appreciated. …
January 6, 2026

Immigration Corner|Drug felony convictions bar Green Card applications

Hello, Mrs Walker-Huntington: I was living in America in the ‘90s. My sister gave a drug lady my number, and I got caught up in a conspiracy. I went to prison for two years and got deported 21 years…
Deidre Powell
January 6, 2026

Immigration Corner|New pathways for international doctors

Dear Miss Powell, I’m a 42-year-old doctor in Jamaica, and I’m interested in immigrating to Canada. Can I qualify for immigration? L. B. Dear L. B, Doctors are always needed in Canada. The…
Oneika Broomfield of Old Harbour Bay is thrilled to receive a gift from Santa during the toy donations held at the Old Harbour Bay Community Centre.
January 6, 2026

Excelerate supports recovery with holiday outreach

Excelerate Energy delivered toys and humanitarian aid to more than 2,500 children and families across Old Harbour Bay, Clarendon, Montego Bay and other parishes during the Christmas season. In Old…
Representatives of the National Water Commission’s maintenance team (eastern) along with Acting Community Relations Manager (eastern) Ann Bolt (third from left), during the handover of donated items to Sandy Frazer-Jackson, manager of the Ultimate Care C
January 6, 2026

NWC delivers aid to care home in St James

The National Water Commission’s Eastern (NWC’s) maintenance team donated essential supplies to the Ultimate Care Centre in Catherine Hall, St James, redirecting funds from their year-end celebration…
Founder of Woman Ignite Success Summit and the Woman Ignite Foundation, Keneshia Nooks-Blake.
January 6, 2026 by Keisha Hill

Growth & Jobs |Woman Ignite Success Summit returns with a call to ‘Elevate’

At a time when many women are navigating uncertainty, rebuilding after disruption, and repositioning themselves for what comes next, the Woman Ignite Success Summit (WISS) 2026 is returning with a…
Gertrude Morrison celebrates her 100th birthday at the Philgrim Church of God in Robertsfield, Mavis Bank, St Andrew.
January 6, 2026 by Sashana Small

A century of grace

With a life rooted in faith, and a legacy built on love, Anita Gertrude Morrison said she felt blessed to witness her heritage as her family and friends came together at the Pilgrim Church of God in…