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April 21, 2026

Jamaica calls time on paper-based maritime practices in 2026

The Maritime Authority of Jamaica has said paper-based processes are no longer fit for purpose in modern maritime operations, warning that outdated practices increasingly pose operational and safety…
Minister of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Senator Dr Dana Morris Dixon (second left), examines an automatic chicken feeder made by students of St Andrew Technical High School, during an alumni engagement visit on April 14, in commemoration of t
April 21, 2026

STATHS to get renewable‑energy lab by September

Procurement is under way for a renewable-energy laboratory at St Andrew Technical High School (STATHS), with construction scheduled for the summer holidays and commissioning expected in September. The…
Founder of Mel’s Sticky Jams Limited, Melissa Tavares-Wilson (left), presents Ambassador of Japan to Jamaica, Kohei Maruyama, with one of her pineapple and ginger flavoured jams during a tour of the agro-processing area located at the Jamaica Business De
April 21, 2026

MSMEs encouraged to apply for technology transfer project

A Call for Applications has been opened to eligible micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) to participate in the Industrial Development and Technology Transfer among the Member States of…
Green Acres Police Station Manager Sergeant Clarine Brooks demonstrates the features of a police vehicle to students of St John’s Primary during a recent road‑safety and transportation session.
April 21, 2026

St John’s students get road-safety lesson from police

Students at St John’s Primary School recently received a practical lesson in transportation and road safety during a visit by officers from the Green Acres Police Station. The outreach initiative,…
With the Tennessee sling drink in hand, Kimberlee Rose, brand manager for wines and spirits at Caribbean Producers Jamaica, is all smiles for the camera.
April 21, 2026

Something Extra | Tuesday

Jamaica Food and Drink Kitchen began its week-long Tabanca in the Kitchen series last Monday with Passport to New Orleans. The intimate culinary space set the tone for an evening of bold…
Letters
April 21, 2026

Protect Hope Gardens and Zoo from loud noise

THE EDITOR, Madam: Thanks to Dr Rattray for a well written article published on April 19, titled ‘When music becomes noise’. The information in the article is clear and should be influential in…
From left: Milton Dennis, estate manager, University of the West Indies (UWI), Mona Campus; Dr Ronald Robinson, consultant to the principal; Professor Densil A. Williams, pro vice‑chancellor and principal; Dr Peter Glegg, campus legal officer; Ockino Pet
April 21, 2026

EdgeChem to support renovation works across UWI Mona

EdgeChem Jamaica Limited will contribute more than $18 million in financial support and in-kind resources to the University of the West Indies (UWI), Mona Campus, in exchange for access to staff…
The Robinsons tied the knot on March 7 at The Palms Rose Hall in Montego Bay.
April 21, 2026 by Ruth

Island Wedding |Rashaan and Stacia’s perfect ‘I do’ in Montego Bay

For Jamaica-born Stacia Royes, who moved to the United States at age five, it was always important to bring her husband, Rashaan Robinson, home for their wedding so he could experience the culture…
Robert Scott is the author of ‘Developing Gravitas and Boosting Your Executive Presence.
April 21, 2026 by Keisha Hill

Business leader Robert Scott debuts book on executive influence

In an increasingly competitive professional landscape, where qualifications alone no longer guarantee advancement, Robert C. Scott is challenging conventional thinking with the upcoming e-launch of…