NHT waives $585 million in peril insurance premiums for Hurricane Melissa-affected mortgagors
The National Housing Trust (NHT) has waived the peril insurance premiums for mortgagors in the parishes worst affected by the passage of Hurricane Melissa. The $585-million waiver was applied to payments that would have been due under a Special Hurricane
PNP bets on democratic socialism - Golding embraces Manley's 1970s philosophy, vows to build on former PM's legacy
Peoples National Party (PNP) President Mark Golding has embraced democratic socialism, the political philosophy championed by former PNP leader and Prime Minister Michael Manley in the 1970s, declaring that changing times are creating renewed interest
Hummingbirdz seal spot - Jamaica qualify for 2027 World Lacrosse Championship
Jamaicas qualification for the 2027 World Lacrosse Championship was made extra special as the mens team secured their spot on home soil. The Hummingbirdz booked their place after defeating Puerto Rico 13-6 yesterday at Stadium East in Pool A of the
The Tessanne Chin Foundation ready for summer showcase
Singer and recording artiste Tessanne Chin, through her charitable foundation, is hosting more than 50 talented children, her largest cohort to date, for the fourth annual Summer Singing Intensive training camp. The students are now preparing for the prog
Editorial | Strengthening humanitarian efforts
It is nearing 10 months since Hurricane Melissa battered western Jamaica, exposing some of the islands vulnerabilities. But the tragedy also highlighted something else: how, in the midst of a crisis, Jamaicans will rally to help each other. In the afte
Zimbabwe's leaders must put citizens before power
THE EDITOR, Madam: The devastating boat tragedy on Lake Kariba in Zimbabwe has left families shattered and the nation asking painful questions about accountability, leadership, and the value placed on human life.
Something Extra | Saturday
Family and friends gathered at Monica Louise Smiths St Andrew home last Saturday to celebrate her 90th birthday. Full of life and ageing gracefully, Smith was surrounded by loved ones, including family who travelled from the Turks and Caicos Islands, w
Cuba says US sanctions block efforts to open economy
UNITED NATIONS (AP): The United States has demanded that Cuba open up to private investment, and Cuba has passed sweeping reforms to encourage just that. So Cubas UN ambassador says he wants to know why Washington keeps piling on sanctions that stymie