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December 9, 2025
Immigration Corner | How to use a digital photo to apply for a British passport online
Dear Mr Bassie, I understand that I need a digital photo to apply for a British passport online. Any guidance on this would be appreciated. – WP Dear WP, Persons will need to obtain a digital…
December 9, 2025
Editorial | Morant Bay, Negril and small things
Morant Bay and Negril are at different ends of Jamaica. The former is in the east, on the island’s south coast. It is the capital of the parish of St Thomas, which lags the rest of Jamaica in…
December 9, 2025
Immigration Corner | Can I adjust my status if I overstayed my time?
Dear Mrs Walker-Huntington, If someone (over 21 years old) overstayed his visitor’s visa, is it possible for his mother, who is an American citizen, to file for an adjustment of status for him? …
December 9, 2025
People need to emulate athletes in daily life
THE EDITOR, Madam: Track and field in Jamaica is more than just a sport; it is a discipline that embodies values such as perseverance, teamwork, discipline, and personal growth. These values extend…
December 9, 2025
Immigration Corner | Can a new permanent resident get unemployment benefits in Canada?
Dear Miss Powell, I landed in Canada as a permanent resident three months ago. I am an engineer by profession but have not been able to find work. Can I get unemployment benefits from the Canadian…
December 9, 2025
by Ruth
GoodHeart | Di Flow Fairy donates menstrual supplies to Mount Alvernia High
For many girls, managing their menstrual cycle can be stressful, especially when financial constraints limit access to products. In some cases, this can even affect their education. To help, Di Flow…
December 9, 2025
Danielle Williams grateful for another final appearance
Veteran sprint hurdler Danielle Williams said while disappointed in placing seventh in the women’s 100-metre hurdles final, she is proud to have made yet another final appearance at the World…
December 9, 2025
Importance of discipline and deportment in schools
THE EDITOR, Madam: I want to highlight a growing concern about how our educated and professional community interacts with important issues of discipline and behaviour in our schools. It’s concerning…
December 9, 2025
Letter of the Day | Banning ‘edges’ won’t fix the problem
THE EDITOR, Madam: The ongoing debate over school rules has once again captured public attention, but this time, it centres on whether female students should be allowed to wear edges to school. There…