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With the goal of eliminating child labour in all its forms by 2025, the country continues to take major steps towards making this a reality. Stay with us to hear about some of Jamaica’s efforts as part of the Regional Initiative to combat this crime.

A medical emergency usually means taking a trip to the accident and emergency department of a public hospital near your home. Part of the process of seeking treatment involves registering the patient to access their medical records. Currently, that process involves a clerk at the hospital physically looking for your medical record in a room full of papers and file...

The Covid-19 pandemic forced us all to rethink several elements of modern society, chief among them the value of technology in maintaining productivity at the workplace. With Jamaica on the path to becoming a digital society, various groups within the workforce are working to establish frameworks that allow for greater technology inclusion. In today’s programme we hear how one trade...

From a pool of 130 nominees Chemistry teacher at St. Andrew High School for Girls, Franklin Burrell, and Principal of Belmont Academy in Westmoreland, Rayon Simpson were named the LASCO/Ministry of Education and Youth/Jamaica Teaching Council’s 2023 Teacher and Principal of the Year. The event was held on December 5 at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel under the theme ‘Quality Education...

With only 4 days to go before the end of the year, committing to driving sensibly and responsibly to preserve life and limb, is a good idea. Traveling at moderate speeds, wearing safety gear, and looking out for other road users are among some road safety measures advocated by the Ministry of Transport, that will ensure are able to ring...

On today’s programme, we feature safety tips for business operators for the yuletide season.

Many persons look forward to the festive season, whether it be to shop and buy gifts, putting up decorations around the house or just to spend time with loved ones. However, there are many for whom the holidays are a period of sadness as they reinforce the absence of lost loved ones. Many of these persons are also struggling to...

For many Jamaicans, reminiscing on past Christmas memories with family and friends brings warm fuzzy feelings which makes our lips curl into a smile. These memories are especially meaningful for senior citizens who have several generations of memories to share. 89-year-old St Ann resident Winnifred Johnson and 98-year-old Trelawny native Darrius Johnson (no relation to each other) have fond memories...

It’s the time of year for shopping, decorating, family gatherings, feasts and more. As you enjoy this festive period, we have some safety tips for you to bear in mind.

Twas the weekend before Christmas when all the country all was stirring, buying gifts and baking, meal planning and decorating. Trees strung with lights, stores with long lines, while last-minute shoppers stood as visions of their happy families danced in their heads. Young adults thinking back on mamma in her 'kerchief, and them in their cap, Settling their brains on...

For the past few years Jamaica has been steadily seeing improvements in its economic performance. Most recently the country attained a pre-crisis level Gross Domestic Product, GDP of 2.9 percent, recorded the lowest ever unemployment rate of 4.5 percent, and a marked fall in the poverty rate to 12.6 percent. In light of these achievements, leading thinkers in the Labour...

Are you thinking about staging a public event during the holiday season? Well, you will need to get a permit to do so legally. Want to know how to get one? The JIS has you covered.

With cyber security threats constantly evolving and no sign that they will be abating any time soon, the only practical solution for businesses is to implement strong security measures that minimize risks. In today’s programme, we will hear how businesses can protect their data and security infrastructure from the vulnerabilities of cyber threats.

Christmas is a time when family and friends get together to reminisce, have fun and enjoy what the season has to offer. But not all persons are able do that and for various reasons end up spending the time alone. On today’s programme Licensed Associate Psychologist and Founder of I Evolve Global, Sherika Anderson, shares several signs to help identify...