Jamaican in Lagos: Dr Anna Bethunes journey across continents
Dr Anna Bethune was living in Chicago, Illinois, completing her doctorate at Northwestern University, when she realised it was time for a change. The Jamaican seized an opportunity that would ultimately take her to Lagos, Nigeria.
Pipe after dark
The pipeline upgrading works from Munroe Road to Wellington Drive are shifting to night-time operations, with the corridor closing almost entirely on Sundays to allow for up to 24-hour construction. The move is part of measures to minimise traffic congest
Maverick seeks redemption after Derby near‑miss
MAVERICK failed by a nose to pull off the biggest Jamaica Derby upset in history a month ago, running as an 82-1 longshot, caught at the last head bob by stablemate LONDON SPIRIT. Returning in Sundays Winston ‘Fanna Griffiths Classic at nine and a
JSE summary
In Thursdays trading session the following reflects the movement of the JSE Indices: - The JSE Combined Index declined by 3,251.08 points ( 0.86 %) to close at 374,497.83 points and the volume traded amounted to 29,430,294 valued at $299,239,763.98. T
Seretse Small set to lead ‘An Amazing Night of Music'
His surname is Small, but Seretse is a musical giant. For years, the accomplished musician and music educator has stood tall on Jamaicas musical landscape, mesmerising audiences worldwide with his eclectic sound. Tonight at 8 p.m., he and his friends w
Ruthlyn James | Chasing the child's first word
There is a new gold rush in Jamaica, a new frontier for parents where no matter the cost, it is a sacrifice many will make. It has contributed to domestic and international migration. Desperate decisions are being made, with many seeking a remedy. The tre
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Something Extra | Friday
The 83rd Venice Film Festival in Venice, Italy, kicked off with stars gracing the red carpet in fine style as Danny Boyles Ink opened 11 days of screenings, premieres and awards. Hollywood star George Clooney was also honoured with the Golden Lion for
China seeks deeper influence across the Mideast
CAIRO (AP): On the surface, Chinese President Xi Jinpings visit to Egypt this week is a run-of-the-mill opportunity for two countries to strengthen economic and diplomatic ties. But there is deep subtext to the meeting between Xi and President Abdel Fa