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The Future of the Creative Economy
It was only a few years ago that the ability to create quality works of arts belonged to those with expensive, hard to operate equipment and years of training. Nowadays digital tools exist which have made creating art more intuitive, and much easier. Keeping up with all these changes can be difficult, but being able to exploit them can be financially rewarding....
Achieving Zero Waste Part 1
Jamaica’s waste stream has evolved significantly over the years moving from more biodegradable garbage, to materials that are not so easily broken down. In effect, we have more bulky waste causing more harm than good to our environment. In light of this, the country’s leaders and several well thinking citizens are moving to get Jamaica on the path to achieving zero waste....
Mourning A National Icon
With the death of former Prime Minister Edward Seaga, the government activated the state protocol for mourning heads of state, heads of government, national icons and other persons of similar importance. But what does an official period of mourning entail? Culture Minister, Olivia Grange points out that in Jamaica, activities during this period may range from a break in all public activities...
Going for Growth: Vision 2030 Gains
Work under Jamaica’s National Development Plan-Vision 2030 Jamaica continues, with notable gains recorded for the Medium-Term Framework (MTF) period 2015 to 2018. This week we’re Going for Growth with the Planning Institute of Jamaica (PIOJ), the lead agency coordinating the implementation of Vision 2030.
3rd Interventional Suite UHWI
In keeping with the World Health Organization’s goal of universal access to quality health care, the Health and Wellness has established the third Interventional Suite at the University Hospital of the West Indies to address non-communicable diseases.
A Nation Mourns and Celebrates: A Tribute to Edward Seaga
Jamaicans will say goodbye to former Prime Minister of Jamaica, Edward Phillip George Seaga on June 23 at the Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity on North Street Kingston during a funeral service set to start at noon. And while an official period of mourning has been announced, Jamaicans across the island and in the Diaspora have been remembering Mr...


