Art & Leisure
December 9, 2025
Gift to neurology: A legacy of discovery
In the realm of medical discovery, some of the most profound contributions arise not from fame or glamour, but from quiet persistence, careful observation, and deep commitment. Jamaica has a legacy…
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December 9, 2025
by Mikael Klintman
When mental health apps become worry engines
It’s 2:47 am and your phone buzzes on the nightstand. The notification suddenly glows in the darkness: “You’re on a 7-day streak!”; “Don’t break your streak!”. You feel the need to open the app right…
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December 9, 2025
Own your choices: Own your life
Many times in life, we feel trapped, as if we have no choice but to go along with circumstances or people. We blame situations, people, or fate, thinking they forced us into what we are going through.…
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December 9, 2025
Symphony in green: the moist forests
For many, Jamaica conjures images of sun-kissed beaches and vibrant reggae music. But the heart of our island’s identity beats to a different rhythm, the quiet, ancient pulse of the moist forests.…
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December 9, 2025
Poem
Actors on a stage We are all actors on a stage. Working for a reasonable wage. Playing a role in the show called life. Are you the star of the show? Are you the leading act? Are you the villain?…
December 9, 2025
by Saini Samim and Hayden Dalton
Volcanoes can help us untangle the evolution of humans – here’s how
How did humans become human? Understanding when, where and in what environmental conditions our early ancestors lived is central to solving the puzzle of human evolution. Unfortunately, pinning down a…
December 9, 2025
Embody the International Day of Peace
The International Day of Peace, celebrated on September 21, is a reminder of humanity’s shared dream: a world free from conflict, hatred, and division. Yet, peace is not just a global agenda. It is a…
December 9, 2025
Admiral’s Mountain Great House: Echoes from Coopers Hill
Situated in Coopers Hill, St Andrew, the Admiral’s Mountain Great House stands as a stately reminder of Jamaica’s layered history. Known also as Admiral Mountain, this grand estate was the residence…
December 9, 2025
The neem tree: Quiet healer and ancient inspiration
Standing under the generous shade of a neem tree ( Azadirachta Indica), one senses more than just relief from the mid-day sun. Here is a living symbol of history, health, culture, and inspiration.…