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April 19, 2026
NOT MY BILL
Scientific and Medical Supplies has rejected findings by the auditor general that the company benefited from a “misuse” of the University Hospital of the West Indies’ (UHWI) tax-exemption status for…
April 19, 2026
by Livern Barrett
Consultant rejects blame for report lag
The University Hospital of the West Indies (UHWI) did not turn over hundreds of documents that were critical to an operation and turnaround plan it commissioned for millions of dollars, the Canadian…
April 19, 2026
Served and unprotected
After nearly three decades protecting the public, retired Jamaican police officer Marlon Campbell* sits at home, sometimes unable to pay his light bill. He gave his working life to the State, but more…
April 19, 2026
by Sashana Small
Forgotten Frontier
Just minutes from St Mary’s seaside capital of Port Maria, the Frontier (Phase 2) Housing Scheme appears at first glance to be an idyllic residential enclave with its elevated lots gazing out towards…
April 19, 2026
Simple ways to make meetings work better for employees on the autism spectrum
NEW YORK (AP): Before Megan Pilatzke was diagnosed with autism, she wondered why she always felt drained when she got home from work. All day long, she’d laboured to understand when to speak up or…
April 19, 2026
How to spot and help someone in a mental health crisis
EDITOR’S NOTE: This story includes discussion of suicide. If you or someone you know needs support, call the Ministry of Health and Wellness’ Mental Health & Suicide Prevention Helpline in…
April 19, 2026
Plastic garden gear can add microplastics to the soil. Here are some alternatives
Associated Press: It’s seed-starting and planting season, and that means it’s likely buying season. This year, consider not only the gardening gear and plants you bring home, but also whether they’re…
April 19, 2026
Safeguards in place to prevent irresponsible casino gaming in Jamaica
Government senator, Rose Bennett-Cooper, says the Casino Gaming Regulations 2025, has safeguards in place to prevent harmful gambling practices, citing what she describes as a responsible push for…
April 19, 2026
Man accused of threatening brother with gun granted bail
A St Catherine man who is accused of assaulting and threatening his brother with a gun was granted $600,000 bail when he appeared in court on Friday. Romario Wilson appeared before the St Catherine…