Origins: From Paul Chen-Young & Co. to SSL The company now known as Stocks & Securities Limited (SSL) was the second oldest brokerage firm in Jamaica. It started in 1977 as Paul Chen-Young & Company, named after its founder, late economist Dr. Paul Chen-Young, who also founded the Eagle Group.
Following the passage of world record-setting Hurricane Melissa, a lot of households, including mine, have been without power for weeks. Children who had become accustomed to sleeping with night lights are now surrounded by total dark except for the beautiful starry arrays above. My own offspring was no different, and
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On the 5th anniversary of the great Fredrick "Toots" Hibbert's passing, Sunny Boy kept asking his dad what the lyrics of 54-46 meant. I overheard Dad telling him that Toots was wrongfully accused of possessing ganja. Screech brakes. What? I found a Gleaner article by musicologist
Starting December 31, 2025, Jamaicans living in the US who send money home will be charged a new tax. It’s a small fee—1%—but it could have big effects on families and small businesses here. Let’s break it down. What’s Happening? A new law in the
Jamaica has long punched above its weight on the world stage, known for its music, athletics and larger-than-life personalities. But while some names like Usain Bolt or Bob Marley need no introduction, others have quietly made waves abroad, becoming influential and followed globally without the average Jamaican necessarily being aware
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Jamaica’s global musical influence is undeniable, yet formal investment in music education overwhelmingly favours older youth and professionals rather than young children. Institutions like the Edna Manley College of the Visual and Performing Arts provide advanced training, and high school students can access music programs through select schools, but
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This article is for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Always talk to a doctor or nurse for personal health concerns. Many families in Jamaica struggle with health problems like diabetes, high blood pressure, and heart disease. These illnesses can be expensive to treat and make
Jamaica has a big problem with accidents on the road. In 2024, 364 people died in car accidents - almost one person every day. Even though the government gives fines and takes away driver’s licenses for breaking the rules, people are still driving badly. Is there another way to
Many people think that if you want a career in music, you have to be a singer or a producer. But did you know there are many other jobs in music that can help you earn a living? In Jamaica, music is everywhere, but not enough people know about the
Jamaica has a troubling habit of turning against its greatest sons. The recent theft of Usain Bolt’s savings from Stocks and Securities Limited (SSL) is more than just another financial scandal—it is a national disgrace. What’s even more disheartening is the reaction from some Jamaicans. Instead of