THE EDITOR, Madam: Jamaica is riding the social media wave, with influencers becoming key players in shaping opinions, trends, and even consumer habits (Jackson, 2024). These digital darlings, buzzing across Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube, have...
THE EDITOR, MADAM: “What is your biggest regret in life?” This question, posed by a popular Jamaican content creator, made me reflect deeply. My answer would be: not learning financial literacy at an early age. In my youth, education was...
THE EDITOR, Madam: A fair amount of pounding has been given to the road conditions that currently exist, because no normal person looks forward to zigzagging around the many potholes that randomly pop up as one drives along the roadway. Potholes...
THE EDITOR, Madam: St Thomas was the only parish without a town clock in the country. It came as a relief for me and other residents of the parish when former Mayor of Morant Bay, Councillor Hubert Williams took the initiative to install a digital...
THE EDITOR, Madam: As we move into a general election year, it’s impossible not to reflect on its co-relationship with the recent Christmas season. For many foreign visitors, the holiday was a joyous time filled with family celebrations and the...
THE EDITOR, Madam: The chronic, inadequate attention to our markets is in stark contrast to the ambitious plans expressed for agriculture and, by extension, our farming communities. It is also a reflection of the failure of successive governments...
THE EDITOR, Madam: There has been much talk about gender equity in Jamaica. Whereas gender affairs have been elevated to ministerial oversight, we have a lot of ground to make up, especially in the field of sports, to include media coverage....
DEAR EDITOR, Madam: The inspiring story of Elisa Whyte, a recipient of the Supreme Ventures Foundation 20th Anniversary Scholarship, warmed my heart and filled me with hope. The story, carried in The Gleaner on Saturday, brought to light Elisa’s...
THE EDITOR, Madam: This is a general election year where cost of living, crime, and corruption are the three major issues. Looking at the recent statistics, the Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) will have the advantage in fighting crime. Pointing out...
THE EDITOR, Madam: As we strive to build a better Jamaica, let us not forget the importance of responsible event planning and infrastructure development. When two entertainment industry titans perform, the turnout is inevitably massive, and...
THE EDITOR, Madam: I am writing to express my heartfelt sympathy for the families and loved ones affected by the tragic incident that occurred at a funeral held at Dovecot Memorial Park. The desecration of the deceased body by a young man, said...
THE EDITOR, Madam: I am writing to express my deep displeasure with the service provided by the 119/911 emergency lines, which I found to be lacking in respect, compassion, and professionalism during a personal and traumatic experience in my...
THE EDITOR, Madam: Jamaica’s Vision 2030 is now feeling more like a distant mirage than a road map. Crime and violence remain relentless; despite years of empty promises, high-profile summits, and fleeting initiatives, our communities remain...
THE EDITOR, Madam: The Jamaican ‘bad wud’, or profanity, has become synonymous with dancehall music and they seem to have become inseparable. Yet, it is a mystery to understand what is there in the Jamaican foul language, which is the greatest...
THE EDITOR, Madam: As we move into a general election year, it’s impossible not to reflect on its co-relationship with the recent Christmas season. For many foreign visitors, the holiday was a joyous time filled with family celebrations and the...
THE EDITOR, Madam: Jamaica not making the Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) its final court of appeal is arguably the strongest disrespect, degrading and distrust of local and regional judges and, by extension, local and regional courts....
THE EDITOR, Madam: It is with deep sorrow and profound respect that we honour the life and legacy of the late Norma Linton, a towering figure in Jamaican law. Her contribution to the legal profession left an indelible mark on the judiciary and...
THE EDITOR, Madam: As we welcome 2025, many of us celebrate the promise of a fresh start. It is also a time of reflection, a chance to look back on the 366 days that have passed – considering our achievements and making plans for the days ahead....
THE EDITOR, Madam: Every year, millions of people around the globe set New Year’s resolutions centred on physical fitness, financial wellness, and other forms of self-improvement. I, too, have already established several ambitious goals for 2025...
THE EDITOR, Madam: The editorial ‘Beyond the hotel strikes’ on Sunday, December 29 highlights the significant contribution of tourism to Jamaica’s economy, citing its 6.5 per cent GDP share and employment of over 113,000 people. However, it...
THE EDITOR, Madam: I am writing with reference to the article, ‘Election watch’, published in The Gleaner on January 1. I want to wish the two leaders of the main political parties and the citizens of Jamaica a happy 2025. I pray that there will...
THE EDITOR, Madam: As the people of Haiti celebrate their Independence Day on January 1, the observance is often overshadowed by celebrations to welcome the New Year. We have experienced being energised by our love, dedication, and belief in our...
THE EDITOR, Madam: As the curtain closes on 2024, we reflect on a year that has tested our resilience, deepened our unity, and reminded us of God’s unfailing hand upon our nation. In times of both triumph and trial, we have seen the fulfilment of...
THE EDITOR, Madam: I write to commend the Jamaican politicians for their remarkable immunity to the bacteria of corruption that plagues so many other countries. Despite (in)credible allegations of corruption throughout our recent history, few...
THE EDITOR, Madam: As we step into a new year, I feel compelled to address a pressing concern in our society: the troubling reality of leadership that misleads, and the assurance that God will hold these leaders accountable. Whether in secular...
