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Published:Saturday | March 1, 2025 | 12:07 AMMickalia Kington/Gleaner Writer

Schools across Jamaica were abuzz with activities yesterday, as they celebrated Jamaica Day 2025 under the theme ‘Celebrating Jamaica: STEAMing Towards the Future, Honing Good Character’. Seaward Primary School in St Andrew was a sight to behold,...

Published:Friday | February 28, 2025 | 12:11 AMMickalia Kington/Gleaner Writer

A recent survey by the Caribbean Centre for Educational Planning (CCEP) has revealed that 49 per cent of teachers who have migrated or plan to migrate claim that low wages was the primary reason for leaving Jamaica. In response to this crisis, the...

Published:Wednesday | February 26, 2025 | 12:10 AMMickalia Kington/Gleaner Writer

Family, friends and colleagues gathered at the Alfred Sangster Auditorium at the University of Technology (UTech) in St Andrew on Saturday to celebrate the life of the late Dr Alfred Sangster, OJ. He was an educator, scientist and a man of God, who...

Published:Wednesday | February 26, 2025 | 12:09 AMMickalia Kington/Gleaner Writer

Patricia Smith’s journey is one of resilience, perseverance and triumph over adversities. Once a child in state care in Jamaica, she overcame all odds to carve out a path to success, becoming a thriving business owner, locally and abroad. Yet, the...

Published:Friday | February 21, 2025 | 12:13 AMMickalia Kington/Gleaner Writer

With the Ministry of Justice leading the charge, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) on Thursday called on civil society organizations (CSOs) to strengthen their collaboration and enhance their efforts in the ongoing fight for social...

Published:Wednesday | February 19, 2025 | 12:08 AMMickalia Kington/Gleaner Writer

Jamaican consumers are increasingly prioritising healthier and international food options, pushing supermarkets to adapt their sourcing strategies while navigating supply chain challenges and food insecurity. Speaking with The Gleaner yesterday,...

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