Guidance counsellors call for increased recognition, improved working conditions
As Jamaica observes Guidance Counsellors Day today, counsellors across the island are urging the Government and education stakeholders to recognise their critical role in schools and communities, saying their contributions remain largely overlooked...
$120m impasse
A legal squabble is brewing over the $120 million the Supreme Court ordered the Government to pay George Williams, the mentally disabled man who languished in prison for nearly 50 years – or his entire working life – awaiting a trial. The...
Diaspora doctors drive relief effort
In the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa, the HerRelief Jamaica Foundation has mobilised recovery efforts across affected communities, coordinating medical supplies and support with backing from the Jamaican diaspora. Founded to serve vulnerable...
‘THE DREAM IS STILL ALIVE'
MIGUEL COLEY says he is deeply honoured to return to Jamaicas senior national programme after being appointed interim assistant coach ahead of next years FIFA World Cup Intercontinental Play-offs. Coley, who previously served as assistant coach...
Bitcoin price tumbles in crypto rout
Bitcoin and companies tied to cryptocurrencies extended a nearly two-month swoon Monday, tracking with a broader market sell-off in technology companies that many see as overvalued. Bitcoin slid 6.5 per cent after being down nearly 12 per cent...
Shuga releases ‘Montego Bay'; sets up GoFundMe
On her new single, which was released last Friday via VP Records, singer Shuga revisits Bobby Blooms 1970 classic, Montego Bay. Produced by Donovan Germain, the track reimagines the song in a reggae style and features a saxophone performance by...
Editorial | Get NRRA right
Having recommended the creation of a special purpose vehicle to guide the post-Hurricane Melissa rebuilding of western Jamaica, The Gleaner continues to support Prime Minister Andrew Holness decision to establish a National Reconstruction and...
Letter of the Day | The straw that broke the camel's back
THE EDITOR Madam: If Hurricane Melissa were a strategist, it would deserve commendation. The storm managed to displace students across the island while leaving teachers completely unscathed. At least, that is what one must assume from the recent...
Something Extra | Tuesday
A vibrant mix of friends, supporters, and industry colleagues gathered last Wednesday at the Temple of Light Centre for Spiritual Living to honour Sandra D. Cooper as she unveiled her debut book, Flying Without Wings: How to Live as a Spiritual...
Seaboard Jamaica partners with relief agencies to support national recovery after Melissa
SEABOARD JAMAICA is working closely with a broad network of international and regional partners to support the countrys recovery following the impact of Hurricane Melissa. The company has partnered with NGOs, public and private sector...