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The cover of Carolyn A. Smith’s novel, ‘The Siren’s Call’.
September 1, 2026 by Keisha Hill

When temptation calls - Carolyn A. Smith’s journey from Brooklyn educator to Christian author

For Carolyn A. Smith, writing The Siren’s Call was not simply an exercise in retelling the biblical story of Samson and Delilah. It was an opportunity to explore a question that has followed her…
Isat Buchanan, opposition spokesman on human rights, and members of the People’s National Party visited Coopers Pen, Trelawny on Thursday to speak to residents who were impacted by the demolition exercise on Tuesday morning.
September 1, 2026

Chelsea Chin | TikTok, taps and public office

For generations, an elected representative’s connection with constituents was built through community meetings, church services, town halls, political meetings, and knocking on doors. Today, a…
Anthonesha Henry, Spanish educator and curriculum developer, will facilitate the SAJ Academy’s 13 week Conversational Spanish for Professionals programme, which begins September 7.
September 1, 2026

Shipping | When English is not enough in regional shipping

When a clarification takes four exchanges instead of one because neither party is comfortable in the other’s language, the cost lands somewhere. In demurrage. In a missed connection. In a relationship…
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September 1, 2026

The Shipping Schedule

JAMAICA FREIGHT & SHIPPING CO LTD KINGSTON MARTI CARIBS 01/09 SEABOARD SUN 01/09 CMA CGM FRANCOISE SAGAN 01/09 EVER CAREER 02/09 MIZAR 02/09 SEABOARD VIKING 02/09…
In this August 2025 photo Mark Golding is seen at a rally with PNP supporters.
September 1, 2026

Gordon Robinson | Physician heal thyself

Playing Gene Autry’s house rules (double-six poses the first game then holder of double-six poses) The Dunce never chose double-six. After The Dunce’s double-six died three consecutive games, Dessie…
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September 1, 2026

Immigration | What does the Windrush Scheme require to prove ‘right to remain’?

Dear Mr. Bassie, With respect to the Windrush Scheme, please advise what proof would need to be shown with regards to the right to be in the United Kingdom. T.M. Dear T.M., Under the Windrush…
Rhoda Crawford, Mminister of state in the Ministry of Education, Skills, Youth and Information.
September 1, 2026 by Albert Ferguson

Rhoda Crawford salutes western teachers

WESTERN BUREAU: Educators in western Jamaica are being hailed for their courage as defenders of the nation’s children in the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa, as their determination to keep students…
Twenty-five-year-old Amanda Hendricks, a participant in Project STAR’s Job Readiness Programme.
September 1, 2026

Growth & Jobs | Parade Gardens resident charts her own path with Project STAR support

At 25, Amanda Hendricks is building a life that once seemed difficult to imagine. Today, she has a steady job, a supportive team around her, and a renewed determination to pursue her education and…
Minister of Finance, Fayval Williams, speaking at a post-Cabinet press briefing at Jamaica House on February 19
September 1, 2026

Editorial | More than a wage cap

Finance Minister Fayval Williams’ call for negotiations with public sector unions to establish a new cap on the proportion of national output that should be spent on wages is a rational suggestion…