Entertainment
02 Nov, 2026
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Matea Mahal Smith is Miss Jamaica World 2026
Matea Mahal Smith has been crowned Miss Jamaica World 2026, emerging from a pool of 23 contestants. The 24-year-old aspiring doctor, who wore the Miss Aveeno sash, was named the winner at the grand…
02 Nov, 2026
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JCDC celebrates partners and sponsors
Last Tuesday’s affair on the Roof Terrace, Ministry of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport was “not an occasion for speechification”, as Jamaica Cultural Development (JCDC) Executive Director,…
02 Nov, 2026
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Theatres to dim lights in honour of Sir Patrick Stewart
Sir Patrick Stewart will be honoured with a poignant tribute in London’s West End as theatres prepare to dim their lights in memory of the acclaimed British actor, who died at age 86. The Star Trek…
02 Nov, 2026
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Monty Alexander honoured in France
Award-winning Jamaican jazz pianist, Dr Monty Alexander, has added another title to his lengthy resume, as he recently received France’s prestigious Officer of the Order of Arts and Letters…
01 Nov, 2026
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Winston Ewart: A remarkable journey
When the National Chorale of Jamaica (NCOJ) opens its classical season with Songs of Faith & Freedom today, Winston Ewart will be among those in the audience at the University Chapel in Mona, St…
01 Nov, 2026
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Introspective Kirk Franklin no longer apologising
NEW YORK (AP): Gospelv legend Kirk Franklin is getting tired of defending his musical decisions. He isn’t apologetic for praying with Chris Brown and Usher before a recent concert, a moment that drew…
01 Nov, 2026
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Patrick Stewart found ‘Star Trek’ fame but always returned to Shakespeare, the stage
LONDON (AP): Before he captained the Starship Enterprise, Patrick Stewart commanded the Shakespearean stage. And it was the stage to which he returned time and again even after Star Trek: The Next…
31 Oct, 2026
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Dale Elliott Jr grateful for US honours
“It’s funny how life works,” Jamaican comedian and digital creator Dale Elliott Jr reflected after receiving two honours on October 25. The Sprinter actor was presented with an official resolution…
31 Oct, 2026
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Rick Ross felony charge dropped in domestic violence case
MIAMI BEACH, Florida. (AP): Prosecutors have dropped a felony charge against rapper Rick Ross a month after he was arrested in Miami Beach, when a woman he was living with told police he hit her,…