The 'Gov' is gone - Latibeaudiere resigns as head of BOJ; Wesley Hughes to lead IMF negotiations; Brian Wynter to take over top job
DERICK LATIBEAUDIERE'S 13-year reign at Nethersole Place in Kingston came to an abrupt end last evening with news that the central bank governor had demitted office with immediate effect.
- Runway plans abandoned - Minister says work on Ken Jones domestic airport in Portland not feasible
- Corruption must be brought to light, says Shaw
- No spoon-feeding
- 'Not a good sign' - Analysts say resignation of Latibeaudiere will cause problems
- IMF team in Jamaica
- Virgin Atlantic deal was legal, says Llewellyn - But says Davies should be investigated
- Lyns trial - Jurors complain about dirty vents, as sickness puts trial on hold
Jamaican bodyguards to get executive training
An international training course for bodyguards providing executive protection service has included Jamaica on its itinerary as a port of call in the Caribbean.
- Across the Nation
- Millions from Ray Chang for mental-health research, addictions
- Man charged with killing of Tools Hardware manager
- February trial for cop on murder charge
Breezes Panama the newest resort from SuperClubs
Breezes Panama, the newest addition to the popular super-inclusive resort chain, opened its doors October 1. The resort marks the first Panamanian development by SuperClubs, and welcomes guests of all ages.
Jamaica College end long wait for Walker Cup
Jamaica College (JC) captured their first lien on the ISSA/Pepsi/Digicel urban area Walker Cup knockout schoolboy football competition, following a thrilling 5-4 penalty-kick win over defending Manning Cup champions St George's College at the Constant Spring Complex yesterday.
- Broken leg, but no broken dreams - O'Gilvie works overtime to get back on the team
- Calabar-JC showdown at MacKay Invitational
- Selectors set to name Windies squad, captain
- Mountain View seeking to hold Rae Town
- Old Harbour withdraw, Garvey set to benefit
- Purple hearts beating for 32nd crown
- Rain dampens Jamaica's hopes
- Munro, Glenmuir in Ben Francis title showdown
- Ministerofjustice, Touchdown look safe
- Melbourne, Saints in giant semi battle
- Girls were a shining success - Jamaica's netball positioned on the edge
- Rhone believes girls have 'great' shot at Commonwealth gold
- In Your Neighbourhood
- Tryall, Walks Rd hunt top prize
EDITORIAL - Is this the spark for Kingston's rebirth?
Hopes for a renaissance of downtown Kingston soared this week with Digicel's announcement that it will site its global headquarters on the waterfront. This move by the telecoms giant could be a catalyst for the long-awaited urban renewal...
LETTER OF THE DAY - Women can do more to stem violence
The Editor, Sir: At the risk of earning the ire of my sisters, I wish to express the view that women can do far more to stem the tide of gun violence in Jamaica. Before I continue, I must pay tribute to my sisters who are part of the solution and not the problem.
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- Bad Crosskill joke?
Stars share what scares them this Halloween
Snakes. Guns. Violence. Some scary stuff is universal, and even celebrities aren't immune. Here's a look at the secret fears spooking Elijah Wood, Rob Zombie, Snoop Dogg and other stars this Halloween.
Doctor's advice
Doctor, I am a 19-year-old guy and I am really worried because one day I had sex twice for the evening. On the second occasion, I produced nothing. Nothing! No fluid at all. I began to be concerned that there was something seriously wrong with me, so I quickly did some research on the Net.
Men, women, tyres - and the way things are
If you've ever asked the why of DIY, you must be one of the privileged few. Especially when it comes to cars. What is astonishing, though, is the HUGE number of women who don't know how to change a tyre by the side of the road.
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