Lewin raring to go - New commissioner vows to make Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) best in the world
Newly appointed Police Commissioner, Rear Admiral Hardley Lewin, is vowing to make the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) the best in the world, providing Jamaicans with a safe environment in which to live and work. "To accomplish these objectives, there must be change,...

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No fanfare
Norma Edmondson - Master of Arts at 78 - A stalwart who is never too old to learn
'Miserable failure' - People's National Party gives Government low grade for performance
Yuletide rush on - Wharves, post offices see increased traffic
Dabdoub vs Vaz - Professor admits praising Portia
Tomorrow is deadline to collect tuition fee refunds

University of the West Indies (UWI) moves to address gender imbalance - Institution initiates mentoring programmes
The University of the West Indies (UWI) has initiated mentoring programmes to address the current gender imbalance of students on the Mona campus. "It is a matter that requires attention," said Vice Chancellor Professor E. Nigel Harris adding that "one of the ways ...

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Tax officers reach out to community
NCB assists damaged schools
We must consult with those affected - Minister Henry
Expect no more executions in Jamaica - Nicholson
RADA to be revamped, farmers to get more benefits
'Gov't should ratify human rights court'

Jamaica, Brazil sign first air services agreement
The governments of Jamaica and Brazil on Friday signed the first air services agreement, which will open the doors for direct flights between the two countries. The agreement marks the beginning of better relations between the two countries and an increase in tourism...

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World Trade Organisation (WTO) launches probe of US farm support
Wheat prices soar as supplies tighten

All-Manning beat T&T boys
A star-studded All-Manning Cup team, comprising mainly players from the successful ISSA/Pepsi/Digicel Jamaica College team and runners-up Bridgeport, downed a Trinidad and Tobago All-Schools squad 2-1 in yesterday's lacklustre opening match of the visitors' two-game tour....

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Lawson left out of Twenty20 squad
We'll give 100% on every occasion - Bravo
Nunes wins Barbados Oaks
Vaz, Walter top showjumping
FROM THE BOUNDARY - The selectors' problem: One million US dollars
Lindsay: the hobbling hero who hurt Glenmuir
Bernard wants netball to go semi-pro
Magics rout Bridgeport
Tomlinson faces no-confidence motion
Junior tennis talent encourages McGregor

EDITORIAL - High expectations of the new commissioner
A new commissioner of police, Rear Admiral Hardley Lewin, has been sworn in. This is possibly the most crucial appointment which the new government will make, and we wish him and his administration the very best. The new commissioner comes to his post at a critical time.

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The addiction of prime ministerial power
Can God become human?
NOTE-WORTHY: A noise epidemic

LETTER OF THE DAY - What is 'misbehaviour'?
The Editor, Sir: Misbehaviour is a term more often applied to children and pets than adults. Therefore, when the Prime Minister dismisses the Public Service Commission (PSC) for misbehaviour, we need to ask the question, "What is misbehaviour?"

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Dealing with problem students
Disgraceful editorial
School discipline
Stop pretending education is OK
Blatant political interference
Remove political posters

Smith: I want to be in Jamaica for Christmas
(Bangshowbiz): WILL SMITH dreams of spending Christmas on the beach, but wife Jada Pinkett Smith won't let him. The I Am Legend star would love to be somewhere sunny for the festive season, but his wife and their children - nine-year-old Jaden and seven-year-old Willow...

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Last face-off for models
'Desperate' housewife married

High-end gifts - When money doesn't matter
Christmas is the season for giving and as they say, it's the thought that counts. But the thought aside, giving a gift that is really appreciated is certainly a plus. So what do you give someone who seems to have it all? Well, the relationship you have with that individual...

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Hating and Loving Christmas