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A man looks at a memorial dedicated to firefighters and workers who died after the 1986 Chornobyl (Chernobyl) nuclear disaster, ahead of its 40th anniversary in Slavutych, Ukraine. Chornobyl is the Ukrainian name for the city.
April 27, 2026

At least 16 dead in strikes as Chernobyl anniversary highlights nuclear risks

KYIV (AP) Strikes across Ukraine, Russian-occupied territory and Russia killed at least 16 people, authorities said, as the 40th anniversary of the Chernobyl nuclear disaster prompted fresh…
Man of the moment, Brian ‘Ribbie’ Chung, steps into the spotlight with his significant other, Roshani Howard, at his 67th birthday celebration at Ribbiz Ultra Lounge last  Thursday.
April 27, 2026

Ribbie Chung celebrates life, legacy and impact

Brian ‘Ribbie’ Chung marked his 67th birthday in style Thursday night at Ribbiz Ultra Lounge, surrounded by close friends, family, and valued business partners. The atmosphere was warm and…
Letters
April 27, 2026

Letter of the Day | Power must serve, not be concentrated

THE EDITOR, Madam: I am writing with reference to the news report in The Gleaner ‘Malahoo Forte and Opposition MPs pick apart NaRRa Bill’, which highlights a concern that warrants both affirmation…
Dancehall artistes KipRich and Kizzy Don.
April 27, 2026

Kizzy Don turns to ‘Therapy’ after baby loss

Months after the tragic loss of her newborn baby girl, Miracle, emerging dancehall artiste Kizzy Don is planning to have another baby with her partner, fellow dancehall artiste Kiprich. She believes…
Letters
April 27, 2026

A student’s dilemma in getting a degree

THE EDITOR: Madam: A degree represents years of sacrifice, commitment, and perseverance. It is therefore disheartening that, despite completing all academic requirements, I have not yet been able to…
Senator Sherene Golding Campbell.
April 27, 2026

Ronald Thwaites | Are they civil and do they serve?

Senator Sherene Golding Campbell gets it. Her piece titled ‘The personal responsibility revolution needed in the public service’ was brave enough to confront a major cramp of governance and…
The Caribbean Court of Justice in Port-of-Spain.
April 27, 2026

Lloyd Barnett | Selecting Jamaica’s final court of appeal

In the discussions respecting constitutional reform, the question of selecting Jamaica’s final appellate court has probably been the most contentious. In fact, it has threatened to frustrate the…
April 27, 2026

Yoga: Answer to deal with modern stress

In the vibrant, fast-paced life — from bustling streets to the industrious energy of our corporate hubs – stress has become an uninvited guest in many of our homes and workplaces. While we are a…
The JMMB SME Resource Centre team pose for a photo with Cohort 3 graduates of the SME PowHERful Women in Business Programme.
April 27, 2026

Third cohort of PowHERful Women in Business Programme graduates

The JMMB Group, through its SME Resource Centre, recently celebrated the graduation of the latest cohort of its PowHERful Women in Business Programme at a ceremony held at the AC Hotel.