THE EDITOR Madam: This is an open letter to Prime Minister Andrew Holness. I write to you with a heavy heart, echoing the sentiments of countless concerned citizens who are appalled by the recent incident described by the chief executive...
THE EDITOR, Madam: The perception of local motorcyclists generally is a very negative one. This perception has revved up gradually over the past decade because of numerous contract-style killings, robberies and reckless riding associated with...
THE EDITOR, Madam: The better bowling attack won the first Test match. Given a track friendly for fast bowling, the difference maker was Head’s lone century. Pace wasn’t an issue, mostly line and length took wickets, impatience was our downfall....
THE EDITOR, Madam: Jamaica is gearing up for the most boring election ever. What can be offered to the voting cohort? As Tracy Chapman sang, “If not now, then when? Then why make your promises, a love declared for days to come, is as good as none...
THE EDITOR, Madam: Team teaching is a group of two or more teachers working together to plan conduct and evaluate the learning activities for the same group of learners. It is widely reported that the team-teaching idea originated in the United...
THE EDITOR, Madam: This year re-enacted what was done by Bob Marley at the One Love Peace Concert in 1978, when he joined the hands of then Prime Minister Michael Manley (PNP) and Leader of Opposition Edward Seaga (JLP) at the height of what was...
THE EDITOR, Madam: Nadine Barrett-Maitland, in a letter to the editor, questioned if Jamaica is ready for digitalisation. We know that digitalisation is dependent on reliable systems, technology and trust. Take, for instance, the national...
An open letter to PM Andrew Holness – a critical ingredient for violence reduction in Jamaica THE EDITOR, Madam: Let me use this opportunity to commend you for your proposal to incorporate conflict management in schools’ curricula to reduce...
THE EDITOR, Madam: I write to salute the Bank of Jamaica (BOJ) for the banknotes that were released in the middle of last year. These banknotes are designed so beautifully, they make me feel rich whenever I have a few in my pocket. However, I...
33 murders in the first 13 days of the year “Don’t worry, murders are the lowest they have been in nine years! Nothing to see here, keep scrolling please.” – @waliworx “Jesus, leave the wheel and take the whole vehicle.” – @nuh_regrets “Yea ,...
THE EDITOR, Madam: I write this letter in response to recent statements by Dr Nigel Clarke, the minister of finance, regarding the nation’s impressive macroeconomic fundamentals. While it is heartening to learn that Jamaica boasts US$4.7 billion...
THE EDITOR, Madam: There has been an alarming surge in scams and theft targeting citizens’ hard-earned money kept in financial institutions. The disheartening stories of individuals losing substantial amounts, ranging from thousands to millions,...
THE EDITOR, Madam: As we reflected on the legacy of the late Rev Dr Martin Luther King Jr on January 15, we celebrated, commemorated and honoured his life, legacy and impact he had globally. People will have unique opportunities to learn and...
THE EDITOR, Madam: The Data Protection Act (DPA) 2020 came into effect on December 1, 2023. This act requires institutions, organisations, private and public business entities to obey the law by securing their stakeholders’ personal data/...
THE EDITOR, Madam: I’ve seen enough in that warm-up game against the Cricket Australia eleven to believe we can put Australia to the sword. It’s unfortunate that Jayden Seales isn’t available, because he would thrive in those conditions, and his...
THE EDITOR, Madam: The adoption and effective use of technology depends on trust. Increased trust in the use of technology depends on its utility. In economics, utility refers to the usefulness or enjoyment a consumer gets from a service or a...
Usain Bolt marks one year since losing $2b in SSL fraud “Boy, I still waiting on my Cash Plus money. Good luck waiting.” – @t_angelettie007 “I trust that you and those who lost their money will regain at least some of their money. We pray that...
THE EDITOR, Madam: Whether as a deficit in our educational system or symptomatic of the millennial reality, lack of preparedness for the work world is a challenge. A common idea is that our education system focuses on passing exams and not enough...
THE EDITOR, Madam: Student leadership plays a pivotal role in the holistic development of students, fostering essential skills and qualities that extend beyond academics. As educational institutions increasingly recognise the significance of...
THE EDITOR, Madam: I am writing with reference to the letter by Dave Thomas published on Monday, January 8, titled ‘NSWMA should urgently tackle garbage crisis’. Thomas effectively highlighted the alarming inefficiencies within the garbage...
THE EDITOR, Madam: On the same day that the International Court of Justice met at the Peace Palace in Holland, to hear lawyers representing South Africa bring a compelling case citing Palestinian genocide by Israel’s military actions in Gaza,...
THE EDITOR, Madam: Many seem to take a rather superstitious view of a new year. In spite of any shaky foundation that was laid the previous year, there is this collective air of great expectations of better things to come. This is an...
THE EDITOR, Madam: I am writing with reference to the article by Anika Kiddoe, ‘Wars all around us: Our role in preserving humanity’. This is a brilliantly written article that must cut every true-blooded Jamaican to the core. She has laid bare...
THE EDITOR, Madam: I write in response to Carolyn Cooper’s column, “Rockfort Mineral Bath still closed”, published on Sunday, January 7. As a resident of the Rockfort community, I found this article very interesting. It’s an eye-opener. I would...
