There is much expectation of big benefits from the logistics hub project which is to be set up in Jamaica. Only three major logistics hubs exist worldwide: Singapore, Dubai, and Rotterdam in the Netherlands. All three are a source of great prosperity to the countries in which they are located. In Jamaica, it is likely that some of the benefits will flow to the country and its people.
Logistics Hub Could Be A Winner Or Loser
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No 'dibbi dibbi' weed legislation
The Jamaican Government has to ensure that the plan to decriminalise ganja is one that is well thought out and not just a frenzy they have found themself in because other countries beat them to the "herb". It has to be intricately planned so as not to position the island to be a "junkie" town.
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The Butterfly Principle
Do you know why a butterfly would land on your hands when you hold it out? According to my research it is because butterflies are attracted to moisture particles on your hands. Some experts say that if you put water sweetened with sugar on your hands, butterflies will come to drink the water. It is all about the moisture. I would like to use this as an allegory to illustrate how loving relationships work.
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TRANS-EUROPEAN DIVISION PRESIDENT WIKLANDER TO RETIRE IN JULY
Bertil Wiklander, president of the Seventh-day Adventist Church’s Trans-European Division, informed church officials that he plans to retire from his post at the end of July.
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Photographic Highlights of NCU's 3rd Consecutive Victory in Inter-Col Volleyball
Northern Caribbean University (NCU) Volleyball team maintains perfect winning record in its debutant season of the inter-collegiate competition on Tuesday February 25, 2014 with another convincing 3 sets to nil victory over Mico University College (Mico).
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Building That Inner Strength
Self-control is the great art of holding firm the reins of one’s being, in particular one’s emotions and desires, especially in difficult situations. Self-control is essential in behaviour to achieve goals and to avoid being overrun by impulses and or emotions that could prove to be negative.
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NCU Volleyballers Make it 3 for 3
Northern Caribbean University (NCU) Volleyball team served up another victory in its debut season of the inter-collegiate competition on Tuesday February 25, 2014 when they easily brushed aside Mico University College (Mico) 25-10, 25-17, 25-19 at the Marescaux Road Eli Mathalon gymnasium.
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Photographic Highlights of NCU & JCF Outreach Project in East Kingston
Recently, a group of faculty members and senior undergrad scholars from Northern Caribbean University’s (NCU) Department of Behavioural & Social Sciences and officers from the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) conducted another Proactive Violence Interruption Strategy Intervention in the Dunkirk and Back Bush areas of East Kingston.
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Photographic Highlights of Chapel Session with University Relations
Students on the main campus of Northern Caribbean University (NCU) enjoyed another spiritually rich and uplifting chapel session on Monday, February 24, 2014. NCU Faculty and Staff from the Division of University Relations guided students into a closer relationship with God under the patronage of the Holy Spirit.
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The Five Letter Magic Word…Smile
Danise Waitley beautifully describes the verb smile as the light in one’s window that tells another that there is a caring, sharing person inside. A smile is generally considered as a kind or amused expression, typically with the corners of the mouth turn up and the front teeth exposed.
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Photographic Highlights of St Ann's Bay Primary Boys Tour of NCU's Mandeville Campus
“The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge; Fools despise wisdom and instruction.” Proverbs 1:7 (KJV) Integral to a successful future is a balanced education. This process begins from a tender age, where the mind can be moulded.
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Photographic Highlights of WD Carter First Lecture of Spring Semester 2014
Northern Caribbean University’s (NCU) WD Carter Centre in collaboration with its College of Business and Hospitality Management hosted another stimulating lecture on Wednesday, February 26, 2014. The first in the Spring 2014 Series of WD Carter Lectures featured Dr. Carolyn Hayle.
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FOR FAMILY OF MISSING ADVENTIST DOCTOR, APRIL SERVICE TO BRING SOME CLOSURE
The family of an American Seventh-day Adventist doctor who disappeared in Ukraine nine months ago will hold a service in April to celebrate his life.
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Global Youth Day is Coming March 15
Last year marked the beginning of Global Youth Day, an innovative, new initiative of the General Conference’s Youth Department.
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LIFE THROUGH THE LENS - Team Makes Headway With Media Company
It all started in the middle of 2011 after the minds of technology 'nerds' Wentworth Kelly Jr and Horane Henry coincided on the execution of numerous small photography projects. Since then, iKon Media Group, formerly iKon GFX (Graphics), has continued to transcend all boundaries with the wide array of services it offers.
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'Falla Fashin' Weed Legislation?
I read with immense interest the news article on February 24, 2014, 'Weed time - Paulwell hints at clearer days for ganja this year'. The article highlighted the plans to decriminalise marijuana, which is on the Government's agenda for the upcoming legislative year.
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Central Adventists sound a warning
Members of the Seventh-day Adventist faith in Central Manchester came out in their numbers at the Mandeville Park recently to engage the public and to impart their mission of "Reclaiming God's Agenda."
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NCU Alumnus makes a difference in the lives of others
Selfless, with a deep-rooted passion for helping others, is perhaps the best way to describe Wellesley Gayle. He is a man on a mission to make a positive contribution to the lives of everyone he comes across.
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Photographic Highlights: NCU’s Empowerment Training Seminars- Launch Pad for Parenting Club in Porus
The graduates of the Community Counselling & Restorative Justice Centre’s (CCRJC) Empowerment Training Programme from Porus in Manchester have launched their own programme, The Porus Community Parenting Club. This announcement was made by the parents at the graduation ceremony held at the Trinity Baptist Church on Thursday, February 27, 2014. As customary, the CCRJC, the outreach arm of Northern Caribbean University (NCU) honours participants of its Empowerment Training Programme at a graduation ceremony in communities across Manchester. These graduation ceremonies usually mark the conclusion of weeks of training in areas such as proper parenting, conflict management and social skills. Here is a photographic highlight of the event.
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Photographic Highlights: Citizenship Awards Banquet 2014
The annual Citizenship Awards Banquet at Northern Caribbean University (NCU) was a red carpet affair that was held at the NCU Gymnatorium on Sunday, March 2, 2014. The glitzy occasion which was themed, Essence of Excellence, feted outstanding students and workers for their achievements over the past year. The event also featured noted Writer, Motivational speaker and Success Strategist Mr. Glenford Smith as keynote speaker. It was organised by the university’s Division of Student Services. Here is a photographic highlight of the event.
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