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January 27, 2026
Immigration Corner | When immigration raises a red flag
Dear Miss Powell, My daughter was applying for a work permit, and says that she has received something called a “procedural fairness letter.” What does this mean, and what should she do? Your urgent…
January 27, 2026
Immigration Corner | Can my daughter’s grandmother file for her?
Good morning Mrs. Walker-Huntington Can my daughter’s grandmother file for her even though her son (my daughter’s father) died? She is filing for all her children and grandchildren except my daughter…
January 27, 2026
Reggae Land unveils massive line-up for 2026
Reggae Land has revealed their full line-up for its sixth and biggest edition to date when it returns to Milton Keynes National Bowl on August 1 and 2. With more than 120 artistes scheduled to…
January 27, 2026
Michael Abrahams | Heart attacks: deadly but avoidable
Over seven million people die from heart attacks annually. Fortunately, most (80 to 90 per cent) heart attacks are considered avoidable, especially through lifestyle modifications. For example,…
January 27, 2026
Gordon Robinson | Language and logic
I’ve recently wrote that, to become a lawyer, you need only master language and logic. The truth is the same applies to many professions including medicine and psychology which, although also…
January 27, 2026
Are principals demotivating teachers?
THE EDITOR, Madam: There is a concern among educators that some principals continue to engage in behaviour that has led to demotivation, lower trust and an increase in teacher’s resignation and ‘…
January 27, 2026
Editorial | Canada-CARICOM partnership
When Caribbean Community (CARICOM) heads of government meet for their in-person summit next month, Mark Carney, the Canadian prime minister, should be their special guest.
January 27, 2026
Letter of the Day | Independence without illusions
THE EDITOR, Madam: Two speeches delivered on January 20 — one at home by Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness, and the other abroad by Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney at the World Economic Forum in…
January 27, 2026
Build trust between people and the police
THE EDITOR, Madam: There is no doubt that the future of crime fighting in Jamaica must be grounded in intelligence-led policing, collaboration, presence, and vigilance. As a nation, we should commend…