The developer of a new learning tool titled, 'Little Jamaican Early Childhood Learning Kit', is hoping that it will have a big impact on young learners across the island. Founder and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of CHEETAH Toys & More LLC (“CHEETAH®”), Ms. Paulette Trowers, launched the learning kit recently, at the Union Gardens Infant School in Kingston with several...

You may prefer to read it online, download a copy, or hold an edition in your hand. Whatever your preference, the newest book on the shelf, a Civic Education handbook titled ‘Jamaica Strong and Free’, is literally at your fingertips. Full of information, this easy to understand publication exposes readers to ideas and concepts related to gaining a better understanding...

The use of technology should make life easier, but in some cases, it is utilised by nefarious persons to carry out vicious cyberattacks. Quite often people fall victim to fraudsters who swindle their money through cyberattacks, like smishing and vishing. The former is the social engineering practice of sending fraudulent text messages to convince people to share personal identifiable information,...

The first cadre of coders have graduated from the Amber HEART Academy, equipped with the skill to chart a career in the information and communications technology (ICT) industry. These graduates of the pilot have matriculated to receive NCTVET Level Three Certification in Software Programming Operations and have been employed by the Amber Group, Digicel, and National Commercial Bank (NCB). The...

The International University of the Caribbean (IUC) Peace Institute and Extended Learning Centre (PIELC) is a unique initiative that seeks to address the root causes of crime and violence in the society through targeted studies and research to promote sustainable peace in communities. Officially launched on March 17, the objectives of the IUC Peace Institute are to develop quality research...

For 100 years, the Spanish Town Infant School in St. Catherine has remained committed to its mission of fostering the holistic development of every child that steps through its doors. Established in 1920 with a student population of 50, the school has grown to become a centre of excellence, catering to the well-being of children within Spanish Town and its...

Following complaints by farmers about their watermelon yields being affected by a “mystery disease”, the Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries has been dedicating efforts and resources to finding a solution to the problem. It is against this background that demonstration plots have been established by the Rural Agricultural Development Authority (RADA) in St. Elizabeth and Manchester, the two main parishes...

The opening of the $140 million Desmond McKenzie Transitional Centre for the Homeless, marks the fulfilment of a longstanding dream of the man in whose honour the facility is named. The state-of-the-art centre which is the country’s first adult transitional facility for persons living on the nation’s streets, was officially opened by Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness during...

The St. Catherine Justices of the Peace (JP) Association has been officially launched, to protect and preserve the practices and standards of the services offered to the public by the members. It will also seek to enhance the integrity, moral status, and historical traditions of the Office of the JP, by upgrading the skills and competencies of its members, so...