Minimum wage delay
Minimum wage earners should not expect an increase in their earnings this month as the Government has postponed the announcement of a scheduled increase until it concludes talks with employers. Minister of Labour and Social Security, Pearnel Charles, says the Government is concerned...
A very lucky man
Sitting and chatting with Maxley Thompson, you will find that he is comical, entertaining, witty, and irreverent even. Mischief twinkles in his eyes, except when he gets reflective. He's a storyteller himself, and the lines and wrinkles on his face speak eloquently...
Rice-growing experiment completed
The Government is making plans to update the nation this week as to the progress of a rice experiment initiative being conducted in the island.Agriculture Minister Dr Christopher Tufton told The Gleaner that seven varieties of rice were planted to...
Portmore stretch DPL lead
Title-holders Portmore United flexed their muscles with a convincing 2-0 win over fourth place Tivoli Gardens at Ferdie Neita Park yesterday, extending their lead at the top of the Digicel Premier League (DPL) standings. In-form striker Roen Nelson was predictably...
- Dawkins'goal sinks Meadhaven
- Draw with Harbour View leaves Dawes frustrated
- Davis all smiles as Arnett net last-gasp goal
EDITORIAL - Move beyond symbolism
We appreciate the symbolism of Prime Minister Bruce Golding's veto of the proposal to spend a little over $5 million on a new car to replace the one that has been used by him and his two immediate predecessors over the last 16 years...
LETTER OF THE DAY - Why teachers fail
The Editor, Sir: There has been much talk about payment by performance for teachers which sounds excellent. However, these arguments are usually put forth by persons who are not in the education system. As a teacher in the Jamaican school system for almost a decade...
Reggae Academy Awards still on - Seeking sponsorship to make quality show
The Recording Industry Association of Jamaica (RIAJam) is hoping for a summer staging of the Reggae Academy Awards this year. The first staging of the show, which was of world-class quality, was held on February 24, 2008, as part of the Reggae Month celebration...
'WEALTH' is coming: Garth Walker & Leighton Davis
From billionaires Warren Buffett of the United States of America to our own Michael Lee Chin, successful business leaders maintain that when times are tough, it's the perfect opportunity to start a new venture, invest in stocks or purchase real estate. And two young Jamaican...