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Andrew Wheatley on eating healthy:

Published:Monday | April 30, 2018 | 12:00 AM

"Our diet in this country is mostly of complex carbs. Whether yam, wheat or rice - it is just a Jamaican reality. We have to make the conscious decision to eat in moderation and watch exactly what we are putting in our bodies."

Paying income tax in the UK

Published:Monday | April 30, 2018 | 12:00 AM

Dear Mr Bassie,I am a Jamaican-born British citizen. I am thinking about returning home to live, but I am not sure if I would pay income tax in Jamaica on income coming from the United Kingdom and whether I would have to pay income tax to the United...

Holy Family Primary students meet Lady Allen

Published:Monday | April 30, 2018 | 4:17 PM

Glenford Smith | Rethink your strategy

Published:Thursday | April 26, 2018 | 12:00 AM

QUESTION: I am at my wits' end with my job search. I have tried everything from sending out rÈsumÈ to telling people that I am seeking a job. It's now been seven months, and my savings are about depleted. What more can I do?- AnxiousANSWER: Thank...

ZOSOs an embarrassing failure

Published:Friday | April 27, 2018 | 12:00 AM

THE EDITOR, Sir:I agree with Dr Peter Phillips. The zones of special operations (ZOSOs) never really made any sense to me in the first place. It is not an effective crime-fighting method.People need policing that will really make them feel safe for...

Denise Daley threat unbecoming of politicians

Published:Friday | April 27, 2018 | 12:00 AM

THE EDITOR, Sir:Denise Daley should have learnt from the backlash of a somewhat similar statement made by Ruddy Spencer a month or so ago.Using political platforms to vent grievances is inappropriate and sends the wrong signal to our youths. Many of...

Raise threshold for private pension plans

Published:Friday | April 27, 2018 | 12:00 AM

THE EDITOR, Sir:This is an open letter to the newly appointed finance minister and the Financial Services Commission.It has indeed been quite a while since an individual can only contribute a maximum of up to 20 per cent into their existing...

Phillips gave us the double bird, too

Published:Friday | April 27, 2018 | 12:00 AM

THE EDITOR, Sir:Any well-thinking Jamaican who listens critically and objectively would recognise that Peter Phillips' so-called apology for flashing in Parliament TWO middle fingers was all a sham. He did not genuinely recognise the utter...

20 companies in for Jamaica Moves Corporate Challenge Circuit II

Published:Friday | April 27, 2018 | 12:00 AM

Twenty corporate companies spanning finance, distribution, insurance and tourism have this year registered for Circuit II of the Jamaica Moves Corporate Challenge. Building on the success of the first staging, the Jamaica Moves programme continues...

JWNF gets high mark for 'Focus on Boys' series

Published:Friday | April 27, 2018 | 12:00 AM

The J. Wray and Nephew Foundation (JWNF) 'Spotlight Sessions' - Focus on Boys workshops for parents, teachers, principals and educators received strong endorsement from participants, who noted that the conversations were long overdue."I think that...

Honouree England looks back on 1990 Penns

Published:Friday | April 27, 2018 | 12:00 AM

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania:Calabar's 1990 4x400 metres quartet of Everton Rhoden, Chris Gallimore, Daniel England and Hugh Powell will be inducted into the Penn Relays Wall of Fame today in Philadelphia and England is proud that the team's...

Russell, Narine fail to save KKR

Published:Friday | April 27, 2018 | 12:00 AM

DELHI, India, (CMC):Andre Russell and Sunil Narine sparkled, albeit briefly, but their efforts were not enough as Kolkata Knight Riders crumbled under the pressure of a difficult run chase and tumbled to a 55-run loss in the Indian Premier League...

Bye Bye Barca - Emotional Iniesta confirms departure from boyhood club

Published:Friday | April 27, 2018 | 12:00 AM

BARCELONA, Spain (AP):Andres Iniesta took two deep breaths, and then said the words that announced his story-book career at Barcelona was coming to an end.In an emotional news conference yesterday attended by most of his team-mates, his family and...

Dalton Myers | Netball and Import Policy

Published:Friday | April 27, 2018 | 12:00 AM

Australia's one-point loss to England in the netball final at the Commonwealth Games 2018, and Jamaica's win over New Zealand's Silver Ferns, have left the netball world in a tailspin. Both Australia and New Zealand have never been in this position...

Randy Weston special Int'l Jazz Day guest

Published:Thursday | April 26, 2018 | 12:00 AM

As the Edna Manley College of the Visual and Performing Arts celebrates International Jazz Day come Monday, students are heavily involved in the showpiece concert on the East Lawns of Devon House. However, true to its education orientation, when...

From the pain came the purpose

Published:Thursday | April 12, 2018 | 12:00 AM

Though it may not seem unusual for children to grow without their fathers in the home, their absence in the households cannot be emphasised enough.Take for example the story of Gina*, a Christian girl who grew up with a strict mother and an absentee...

Caribbean Producers Jamaica going after business in cruise sector

Published:Thursday | April 26, 2018 | 12:00 AM

Caribbean Producers going after businessin cruise sectorCaribbean Producers Jamaica, CPJ, described as the largest local provider of food and services to the hotel sector, wants to extend its reach into the cruise market and is negotiating supply...

Commonwealth celebrations a mockery of our struggle

Published:Wednesday | April 25, 2018 | 1:04 PM

THE EDITOR, Sir:This past week, there, was a massive 70th anniversary celebration of the Commonwealth of Nations in England.At a time when Britain is parting ways, politically, with the European Union, she seeks to get closer to her long-time babies...

Comcast challenges Murdoch with rival bid for Sky

Published:Wednesday | April 25, 2018 | 12:00 AM

United States media giant Comcast on Wednesday offered£22 billion (US$30.7 billion) for Sky PLC, topping a bid from Rupert Murdoch's 21st Century Fox and setting up a bidding war for the United Kingdom's biggest satellite television company.Comcast...

Di Curvy Diva should be fined!

Published:Wednesday | April 25, 2018 | 3:59 PM

THE EDITOR, Sir:The things some public figures use to attract attention! They use controversy to get more followers, comments, and views on social media.Yanique Di Curvy Diva posted a video of her urinating in a bush somewhere in Jamaica. She...

ACP Fitz Bailey on counterfeit good and crime

Published:Wednesday | April 25, 2018 | 4:08 PM

'I'm not say all the proceeds are going towards it (crime), but there is a linkage normally with counterfeit and organised crime... As a branch we will go wherever we need to go to treat with the issue of counterfeit. Wherever the evidence leads,...

Unions sue board, claim it's unconstitutional

Published:Tuesday | April 24, 2018 | 12:00 AM

SAN JUAN (AP):Several unions in Puerto Rico and other groups yesterday sued the federal control board overseeing the US territory's finances and demanded that it be declared unconstitutional.The filing came just days after the board approved seven...

Stand Alone Pic

Published:Monday | April 23, 2018 | 12:00 AM

Single but iffy to mingle | The heart of letting go

Published:Wednesday | April 18, 2018 | 12:00 AM

For reasons beyond your control, things just aren't working out with you and your significant other anymore. Your partner in love might have switched sides to that of a criminal, aka private enemy number one. Maybe, you find yourself fighting to...

Jamwest Speedway comes alive this Mother's Day weekend

Published:Thursday | April 19, 2018 | 10:50 PM

When it comes to the Seaboard Marine Caribbean Motor Racing Championship (CMRC), there are countless reasons to build the most anticipated event for your Mother's Day weekend. The family affair, scheduled for May 12-13, is expected to be an engaging...

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