What kind of pulling power does it take to get four Caribbean prime ministers to leave their ultra-busy schedules to attend a function at a hotel in Jamaica? If we are ever tempted to downplay the awesome clout of ‘Butch’ Stewart, this should remind us — the prophet has no honour within in his…

MegaMart, looking up when the chips are down

Gassan Azan and his MegaMart are setting the example of what the bold Jamaican is all about. A fourth mega-store in these times? Hats off to a visionary!

Arrogant in ignorance

There is a whisper about the one who’s claiming no interest in visiting the US any time soon. Word is he wouldn’t be welcome, so his arrogance is just a red herring.

Kites matter, too

Shame on those who say Contractor General Christie isn’t transparent in his actions, and that the run on the JEEP office is as significant as flying a kite on a hot summer’s day. If he keeps us honest, way to go, CG.

Stubborn to a fault

Talk is there’s been an appeal for the old guard to yield and allow youthful aspirants a seat or two in the boardroom, any of them… But to the dismay of many, the old birds just won’t budge.

Hot seat heat

Eyes are on Delano Franklyn ’cause people say he’s tipped for a party hot seat, should one become available, that is.

Off the list!

Word on the street is that people are wising up and aren’t necessarily broke; they’ve just eliminated frivolous and discretionary spending from their ‘to do’ list. These here times call for that.

Bargain rides

Question of the week: Can someone quickly tell Betty Ann Blaine how much cars really cost?

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