Minister of Industry, Commerce, Agriculture and Fisheries (MICAF), Karl Samuda, says government is reviewing use of the mother and satellite farming methods to protect local agriculture from vulnerability to natural disasters, after a projected four per cent decline last year. In a statement in the House of Representatives yesterday, in
Ingrid Card, executive director of Sagicor Foundation, gesticulates while speaking about the 2018 staging of Sigma Corporate Run at this week's Jamaica Observer Monday Exchange. Beside her is race director and principal of Running Events Ltd Alfred Francis. (Photo: Bryan Cummings) SAGICOR Group Jamaica has created a number of ways
Blockchain , the technology behind cryptocurrencies such as bitcoin, has the potential to disrupt the financial services industry. Although popular and business media tend to focus almost exclusively on cryptocurrencies, this is just one application of blockchain. That narrow focus on cryptocurrencies has detracted from other far-reaching potential applications of
Alcohol not only harms your liver in the long run, but it also causes what is known as 'brain fog'. Brain fog refers to a feeling of mental confusion, like a cloud that impacts your ability to think clearly. Several studies show that alcohol abuse can lead to brain damage,
My recent comments about the takeover of school cafeterias by fast-food franchises have elicited responses from some of the affected companies defending the practice. When something goes against your profits, you are forced to counter it even if it results in your actions causing direct harm to your clients. So
Amid uproar among minority owners of Guardian stock regarding pricing and a previously undisclosed deal between key shareholders and NCB Financial Group, the Trinidad & Tobago Securities and Exchange Commission (TTSEC) says it is monitoring NCB's bid for a larger stake in the insurance conglomerate. NCB aims to double its
No cashiers, no lines, no registers this is how Amazon sees the future of in-store shopping. The online retailer opened its Amazon Go concept to the public Monday, selling milk, potato chips and other items typically found at a convenience store. Amazon employees have been testing the store, which is
QUESTION: I crave information on the subject of default on loans from microfinance companies, as they see death also as defaulting. My question is, does death of a borrower amounts to him defaulting? Bear in mind that death cheated him/her of a chance to fulfil this obligation. — Gregory FINANCIAL
Several new residential developments have recently got approval from the Kingston and St Andrew Municipal Corporation (KSAMC), suggesting a construction boom across the capital city. Allicute Construction and Equipment Limited will be constructing several two-storey townhouses and studio apartments at 21 Long Lane, St Andrew. The building application plans for
Italian Ambassador to Jamaica Armando Varricchio says Campari's investment strengthens the relationship between Italy and Jamaica. APPLETON, St Elizabeth – There was just one discordant note at Thursday's triumphant formal unveiling of the Joy Spence Appleton Estate Rum Experience at the Appleton Estate in northern St Elizabeth. The problem is
