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August 7, 2026
Letter of the Day | Jamaica doesn’t need just free, but clean and properly managed beaches
THE EDITOR, Madam: There have been media reports on the recent movement towards making all beaches in Jamaica public beaches. There is a lot of emotion, mostly on social media, as well as some…
August 7, 2026
Lauryn Hill brings Diaspora Calling! to the UK
AP: Moments before Lauryn Hill hopped on a call with The Associated Press, she and Fugees’ bandmate Wyclef Jean stood in the centre of London’s Piccadilly Circus, surrounded by fans. Broadcast above…
August 7, 2026
Peter Espeut | More history around Emancipation
At this time of year when we recall the events of 1834/1838, I would like to continue to share some historical details surrounding Emancipation that I find interesting and instructive. The…
August 7, 2026
Disney’s strong quarter driven by ‘Toy Story 5’ and draw of US theme parks
Disney’s solid third quarter was driven by a US$1-billion box office haul from Toy Story 5 and the strong draw of US theme parks that helped to offset continued weakness from international tourism.…
August 7, 2026
This summer isn’t breaking heat records – yet
Wildfires are burning in North America and Europe. Deadly heatwaves have parked over cities and the world’s oceans are the hottest ever recorded for this time of year. A strengthening El Niño is…
August 7, 2026
Wigton secures fund arranger for solar projects
Wigton Energy Limited has tapped Mayberry Investments Ltd (MIL) to lead the charge in arranging the funding for the installation of over 70 megawatts (MW) of solar power. Wigton Energy’s two…
August 8, 2026
by Anthony Turner
What a ‘Bam Bam’ at New Jersey’s Jamaica Day Celebration
Dancehall pioneer Sister Nancy, clad in black, green and gold to celebrate Emancipation and Jamaica Day, greeted fans in her trademark bare feet and delivered a masterclass performance at the 10th…
August 7, 2026
Something Extra | Friday
Republic Beach took over Plantation Cove in St Ann last Saturday with a World Cup-themed celebration that saw patrons arriving in their favourite football jerseys and creatively designed outfits,…
August 7, 2026
One Great Studio buys another firm, but still operating with low leverage
One Great Studio Company Ltd (1GS), the Junior Market-listed digital agency, has acquired FarmHouse Creative Marketing Ltd for $36 million as it continues assembling a portfolio of marketing brands…