THE EDITOR, Madam: On the morning of June 24, 2024, the Jamaica Environment Trust (JET) received a recording from a member of the Friends of Rio Cobre, showing the greenish-coloured, polluted water of the Rio Cobre at Zephyrton, St Catherine....
THE EDITOR, Madam: Television Jamaica’s ‘Bite of the Week’ during the Prime Time News on Friday, June 21, 2024, featured the classic case of a survival skill for Jamaicans ‘taking bad things mek laugh’. This was aptly demonstrated by Heather...
THE EDITOR, Madam: In a Christian country like Jamaica, the acceptance and confidence in God is generally taken for granted. An atheist, therefore, would be viewed as an atypical Jamaican, and a maverick or deviant in the general custom of things...
THE EDITOR, Madam: I am the parent of a son who is 15 years old. My son is very intelligent, finishing at the top of his class during prep school. I am pleased that this trend has continued during his high school years. However, I must admit...
THE EDITOR, Madam: I am writing with reference to the letter published on June 21 titled ‘PNP could benefit from P.J.’s wisdom’. I disagree with the author’s analysis. The author referring to P.J. and Andrew wrote, “they are both emotionally...
THE EDITOR, Madam: One of the primary arguments for broadcasting trials is the promotion of transparency and accountability in the judicial process. Allowing the public to witness court proceedings can enhance trust in the legal system and...
THE EDITOR, Madam: I am writing to express my deep concern and frustration over the long-running and unacceptable state of the Norman Manley International Airport (NMIA). Travellers and visitors have endured a litany of issues that remain...
THE EDITOR, Madam: I am writing to express my concern regarding the lack of parliamentary representation for East Central St Andrew. The constituency has been without a duly elected representative in Parliament for quite some time and has left...
THE EDITOR, Madam: Persons with disabilities face many challenges. They are subject to abuse from family members and even those who claim to be ‘friends’. Women are expected to fend for themselves and literally carry their own weight. They are...
THE EDITOR, Madam: The letter of the day dated June 15, penned by Dudley McLean and headlined ‘Where are the road engineers?’ is an interesting article which, in part, raised concerns that the SPARK initiative to address unrepaired roads “will...
THE EDITOR, Madam: At the recent International Conference for Green Sustainable Technology and Management, hosted by INTI International University in Malaysia, I was struck by a profound realisation: the seamless bilingualism exhibited by...
THE EDITOR, Madam: Many of us who in our late 40s and early 50s were around when England won there first FIFA World Cup. Many have supported the team, nevertheless, and are hoping that one day they will win world and bring pride and joy to the...
THE EDITOR, Madam: Following numerous outcries from customers about the frustrations in accessing funds from the ATMs/ABMs islandwide, the Bank of Jamaica, on April 2, developed some minimum service-level standards/guidelines that the deposit-...
THE EDITOR, Madam: Social media has trespassed significantly on our lives and has eroded much of what was once considered the ‘real world’. The benefits of social network are many – as it allows us instant access to world news and useful...
Calls for health system reform from Opposition mischievous, says Tufton The reform that is needed in the healthcare system has to begin with the workers in the healthcare facilities. Doesn’t matter how much reform takes place, unless these...
THE EDITOR Madam: In a recent incident at a primary school in Spanish Town, a physical altercation between a woman and members of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) has brought to light a concerning trend, the growing disrespect for law-...
THE EDITOR, Madam: I have tremendous respect for P.J. Patterson as an intellectual, legal mind and statesman, not to mention he was my teacher. It was good to see him at cricket recently with the current prime minister. Both seemed to be involved...
THE EDITOR, Madam: The crime committed by the child is the full responsibility of the parents. The latest shooting incident in Ocho Rios, Jamaica, reported in the news yesterday is a wake-up call. That it involved two juveniles, or victims of...
THE EDITOR, Madam: I write to share my experience and the success of a rainwater harvesting project recently completed at my family home in Portland. This initiative was driven by the persistent issue of unreliable water supply and the necessity...
THE EDITOR, Madam: Wednesday, June 19, is World Sickle Cell Day but it wasn’t until a patient from Mocho, Clarendon, called up to thank the local sickle cell organisations for their care over the years that I was reminded of it – such is the...
THE EDITOR, Madam: Last week, I heard the experience of an acquaintance who went to the doctor, only to be met with barely veiled apathy as he spoke of her condition. According to him, she is going to die regardless, and it is only a matter of...
THE EDITOR, Madam: Jamaica is facing a demographic shift characterised by an ageing population and declining birth rates. This poses significant economic and social challenges, particularly for pensioners who have not seen a real increase in their...
THE EDITOR, Madam: Ageing can be a frightening experience. The reality is, many of us are unprepared for this phase of our lives. Along with ageing come both physiological and mental challenges. The World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) was...
THE EDITOR, Madam: I am writing with reference to an article written by Dennis Minott titled ‘Create a Compassionate Republic of Jamaica’, published in In Focus on Sunday, June 2. While the heart and intent of the proposal cannot be argued, it,...
THE EDITOR, Madam: As Jamaica seeks to improve its approach to science, innovation and technology, we need to foster more scientific interest among the general public and our growing academic population. I recently completed my undergraduate...
