Facing criminal charges is one of the most stressful experiences anyone can endure. Whether the allegation involves a misdemeanor or a serious felony, the consequences can ripple through every aspect of life — freedom, employment, reputation, and family stability. The justice system is complex, and without professional guidance, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed, confused, or […]
By: Pearl Phillip | Editorial credit: Everett Collection/shutterstock.com August 17, 2025, marks the 138th anniversary of the birth of Marcus Mosiah Garvey Jr., the Jamaican political activist, Black nationalist, Pan-Africanist, and founding father of the Universal Negro Improvement Association (UNIA). Born on August 17, 1887, in Saint Ann’s Bay, Garvey’s vision for unity, empowerment, and […]
By: caricom.org| Photo courtesy: caricom.org The critical shortage of nurses in the Region and the resulting impacts on the health sector of Member States of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) are major concerns of policymakers and the Regional Nursing Body (RNB). The issues were a common thread of speakers at the opening of the 52nd Annual […]
By: Sandy Connors Many relationships deteriorate not from major conflicts but from ’emotional neglect’—the gradual fading of appreciation that creates a downward cycle of disconnection. Research shows expressing gratitude activates brain regions associated with bonding and rewires neural pathways to connect partners with positive emotions. Learn about how this simple 3-minute daily practice of expressing […]