Earthquakes are unpredictable and can strike at any time without any warning. As such, Jamaicans are being encouraged to always be prepared for the natural disaster.
The Highly anticipated 2023 ISSA GraceKennedy Boys & Girls Championships kicked off on Tuesday March 28 at the National Stadium with students from over 100 high schools across Jamaica competing to make theirs the top boys’ and girls’ institution in track and field for 2023. The four-day event sees fans of all ages outfitted in the colours of their preferred...
Imagine hurriedly responding to an emergency call, only to find out, there is in fact, no emergency. The men and women of the Jamaica Fire Brigade (JFB) have been experiencing this situation for a number of years and wants it to stop.
Bush fires continue to be a major concern in several sections of the island. We tell you more about how the Government is taking action to get them under control.
The Ministry of Education and Youth will be observing National Mathematics Week from March 26 - 31 under the theme ‘Re-igniting the Math Flame: Light up your world! National Mathematics Coordinator at the Ministry of Education, Dr. Tamika Benjamin, says the main aim of observing Math week is to improve the math culture and build a strong mathematics profile in...
Performing at our best requires a careful combination our skills and talents with our ability to handle stress. However, some persons find it difficult to achieve this balance without the help of a trained professional. The inability to handle stress affects our performance, which can lead to the development of different types of mental illness. But how do you know...
Jamaica is currently experiencing a meteorological drought, with extended periods of low rainfall going back to October 2022, with the parishes Clarendon, Portland, St. Mary, St. Thomas and Westmoreland, being most affected. We share the provisions being made by the government to ramp up drought mitigation efforts.
It’s been five (5) months since land was designated for the construction of Jamaica’s first Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) Academy in Dunbeholden, St. Catherine in October 2022. A Jamaica 60 legacy project, the institution will be part of the Greater Bernard Lodge Development and will be erected on the 22 acres of land reserved for social services. ...
They say encouragement sweetens labour, and this was definitely the case for Herbert Morrison Technical High School students Antwan Campbell and Jemoy Jarrett, who were both recently awarded for their outstanding performances in the 2022 Caribbean Secondary Examination Certificate (CSEC) and Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination (CAPE) examinations. The students were awarded by the Caribbean Examination Council (CXC) at a ceremony...
Physical Education benefits students in a variety of ways, such as boosting their physical health, improving concentration and fostering social interactions. The Ministry of Education and Youth describes Physical Education as more than physical action or processes but the holistic development of the individual inclusive of the physical, spiritual, and mental well-being.
The government has announced plans to construct a park in downtown, Kingston at the popular waterfront attraction in the area. When completed the project is expected to boost investment interest in the nation’s capital among other outcomes. Minister of Finance and the Public Service, Dr. Nigel Clarke, provided an overview of the vision of the park, in his Budget Debate...
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