In early December, weeks after the strongest Atlantic hurricane on record passed through western Jamaica, a group of university students stood in a three-mile basin. They were in Cave - a small community in Jamaica's westernmost parish, the aptly named Westmoreland. One by one, the students dug holes
“Learn AI or lose your job!” On social media, headlines claim that every office worker, teacher or small business owner will soon be replaced by "AI". But you don’t need to be an AI expert to benefit from it, you need literacy. AI literacy means understanding AI
Current career advice suggests that AI will replace jobs if people don’t go ahead and learn it. Sounds like marketing propaganda to me. Does everyone need to learn Excel? Or Python? Or to code? So who really needs to equip themselves with the skill of using an AI tool?
When Kerriann* landed an international policy role with a UN affiliate in Europe, it wasn't because of links, new degrees or a passport. What she had was a keen sense of where her industry was going and the savvy to match her experience to that future. Like many
I got my dream job – a job I had spent years chasing. So sacred was this job dream that I only told those nearest and dearest to me. When the opportunity came to apply, I jumped at the chance, even though I had not been at my current job for
I've long loved background music to enhance my workflow but realised that certain rhythms can maintain or divert my concentration. According to a study published in the Journal of Experimental Psychology, applied, background music can significantly affect cognitive performance and mood during tasks requiring sustained attention (Jones &
You thought you were paying a small one-time “concessionary” fee for a service. Next thing you know, your account is being charged full price every month. The company points to their terms and conditions, which you “agreed” to when you entered your information. It feels like a trap, but there
Jamaicans guard our food traditions zealously. Just look what happens if someone uses the wrong beans in the rice and peas dish, or try to pass off unseasoned chicken as jerk. But many of the dishes we claim as authentically Jamaican have global origins that challenge our understanding of what
Plants are sensitive to environmental conditions, and their health can reflect various factors that may also impact your living space. A thriving plant often signals balanced air, light and humidity, while one that struggles might be warning you of something off in your surroundings. Subtle changes in leaf colour and
A Member of Parliament is your elected representative in Gordon House, responsible for making laws, debating national issues, and ensuring our community’s concerns are heard at the highest level. Think of them as both a local advocate and a national decision-maker. For example, it’s our MP who should
Children often understand schoolwork better when they can connect it to something they enjoy. A child fascinated with planes may explore physics naturally, while another who loves music may grasp math through rhythm. As parents, paying attention to these interests and exposing children to more of them can turn learning
Hurricane Beryl was a stark reminder of the unpredictability and intensity of natural disasters. As we reflect on the chaos it brought, there were several unexpected items that proved invaluable during and after the storm. Here’s a list of surprising essentials to consider before the next hurricane hits. 1.