The UNs great contradiction
THE EDITOR, Madam: When formed in 1945 to replace the League of Nations after World War II, the objectives of the United Nations were to maintain international peace and security; to protect human rights; to deliver humanitarian aid; to support sustainab
Mom of slain 20-y-o wanted life sentence for police lover
The mother of 20-year-old DJonnay Graham, who was shot dead by her police lover in June 2025, has expressed displeasure that he was sentenced for manslaughter, insisting that her beloved daughter was murdered. The victims mother, Euon Douglas Graham
Tuchel: Man City scandal a ‘big subject' in England squad
RIJEKA, Croatia (AP): England coach Thomas Tuchel acknowledged yesterday that Manchester Citys financial scandal has become a “big topic” of conversation among his squad during the long international break. Three players – Elliot Anderson, Marc G
Fanatic Festival ready for Ocho Rios debut
After four years and 11 stagings in Kingston, Fanatic Festival is taking its dancehall party to Ocho Rios for the first time at Plantation Cove on Friday, October 16. The festival, which began in 2022, will run from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. as the opening event o
Editorial | The crisis of a grey Jamaica
The Governments proposed public education programme, targeting families and other unpaid caregivers of elderly Jamaicans, is a welcome and necessary initiative. People over 60 are Jamaicas fastest-growing demographic. And the available evidence sugg
Letter of the Day | Strict gun laws must be balanced with common sense
THE EDITOR, Madam: Every well-thinking Jamaican desires strict gun laws and a murder-free Jamaica. However, this must not come at the expense of common sense. I am highlighting some real-life examples: • Loaned vehicle incident: A licensed firearm hold
Something Extra | Saturday
On Thursday night, patrons gathered at Dubwise Cafe in St Andrew for AfroSZN, the citys growing Afro-centric nightlife experience, for an evening of music, fashion and culture. Launched in January by radio personalities DJ Denvo and DJ Powa, the event
Ex-congressman gets 10 years for secret Venezuela lobbying
MIAMI (AP): A former Miami congressman and longtime friend of US Secretary of State Marco Rubio was sentenced Friday to 10 years in prison in connection with a secret US$50 million lobbying campaign on Venezuelas behalf during the first Trump administr