Published:Saturday | September 23, 2023 | 12:06 AM
In a moving display, filled with literary art, the National Library of Jamaica (NLJ) unveiled the Jamaica Poetry Archive at 10A West King’s House Road in St Andrew, on Thursday night. Dubbed ‘Strictly Poetry’, the event saw poets, educators,...
As a young child, Justine Harrison would go to plant shows with her mother and aunt. During those trips, she and her sister found themselves stuck with the onerous task of carrying around all purchased items. Reflecting on this memory as an adult,...
It was a night of fashion, flair and fun at the inaugural Digicel Business Achievers Club Awards held at the AC Hotel Kingston. The red-carpet event was a glam celebration of style and service, highlighting the outstanding achievements of the...
Entrepreneur Susan Smith’s experience with colourism led her to write her first children’s book, Little Black Girl. Now, she is back with a story for boys as well called Hey Black Boy. “ Hey Black Boy is about inspiring and encouraging young black...
Published:Thursday | September 21, 2023 | 12:09 AM
On Tuesday, the RJRGLEANER Honour Awards spotlighted an exceptional display of Jamaican talent and excellence. The night came alive with exciting performances by Joby Jay and the dynamic duo Av...
Published:Wednesday | September 20, 2023 | 12:08 AM
Exclusive shows, dramatic looks and celebrity appearances are the major highlights from London Fashion Week, and this year was no different. The Burberry show, saw several stars in attendance for the showing of the brand’s Spring Summer 2024...
Growth and self-improvement are always admirable, at any age. Javado Willis knew that things were heading down a rough path when he began taking pills for high blood pressure to get through the day. Determined to make a change, he took matters into...
Sandals Montego Bay hosted a party that left tour operators, travel agents, and members of the international media with an enviable benchmark last Wednesday. Although dubbed a ‘Final Night’ soirée, the closing of the Jamaica Product Exchange 2023...
Othniel Brissett initially joined Tinder for a good time, but found his lifetime in the beautiful eyes of Cion Robinson. Their journey began with a mutual swipe, followed by weeks of scintillating conversation, and a first date, which took an...
With decades in the music industry, Mark ‘Buju Banton’ Myrie proved on Saturday that there is only one Gargamel. Fans and artistes alike came out in their numbers to support the album release party for Born For Greatness, held at Di Lot on Constant...
Fabulous at 40, Lititia Myers Gray pulled out all the stops for her ruby birthday celebration at the breathtaking Kai Kí Villa in Mammee Bay, recently. The unforgettable seaside soirée saw family and friends of the ECHE boss gather to celebrate her...
The physical spaces of a house are the building blocks of its architecture and interior design. Its effects on human behaviour cannot be denied, influencing our physiological and psychological state. Houses with a generosity of space, allow for...
Jamaican-born, Brooklyn resident fashion designer Rachel Scott had her Caribbean roots and death on the mind for her new Spring/Summer 2024 collection of her Diotima brand. Unveiled last Monday afternoon at Agora Gallery in West Chelsea, Manhattan...
Published:Saturday | September 16, 2023 | 12:05 AM
The official opening and welcome reception for the Jamaica Product Exchange (JAPEX) was quite the experience. The festivities kicked off at the beautiful Chukka Ocean Outpost in Sandy Bay, Hanover, on Monday night. Despite the sizzling heat, guests...
SAINT International beauty Naki Depass landed a big get at the start of New York Fashion Week. The Jamaican fashion star was booked for one of the week’s most eagerly anticipated shows, the first collection from Helmut Lang’s newly appointed...
On Wednesday night, bright lights illuminated the streets of Water Lane in downtown Kingston for one of the most highly anticipated food events of the season. The Jamaica Food and Drink Festival kicked off its homage to local gastronomy with all...
Published:Thursday | September 14, 2023 | 12:08 AM
Scores of breast cancer warriors, thrivers, supporters and sponsors gathered in hues of pink to show support for the Insurance Company of The West Indies/Jamaica Reach to Recovery Pink Run at a press launch on Tuesday. With an aim to raise $10...
Published:Wednesday | September 13, 2023 | 12:07 AM
Classes began this week for Chevening Scholar Olivia Shaw-Lovell who is pursuing a Master of Science in global health at St George’s University of London, in the United Kingdom (UK). Born and raised in Mount Salem, St James, Shaw-Lovell, who has a...
Published:Wednesday | September 13, 2023 | 12:05 AM
Revved up with excitement, sports car enthusiasts gathered to witness the fusion of electric innovation and luxury design as the Porsche Taycan GTS and 4S were unveiled inside the gardens of The Jamaica Pegasus hotel on Saturday. Something Extra...
The Association of Consultant Physicians of Jamaica hosted its annual pre-symposium event at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel on Saturday. This year, the organisation held a cocktail reception, themed ‘Melodies and Masterpieces’ as a fundraising event to...
It was the moment that the enamoured couple and specially invited guests had been waiting for. After years of dating, Sashoy Haughton and Brian Redmond embarked on a new chapter of happily ever after in a beautiful wedding ceremony in Connecticut....
Kicking off this latest season, Pitchy Patchy pulled influencers, artistes, dignitaries and art lovers together for their gala night. Opening once again at the Philip Sherlock Centre for the Creative Arts, Pitchy Patchy unveiled new cast members...
Spa architecture and interior design relates to buildings created uniquely for therapeutic purposes, treating body, mind and soul The use of curative, thermal hot springs dates back thousands of years. Valued by ancient Greek and Roman societies,...
Every year, around May to August, there’s a debate surrounding the mandate by Jamaican authorities requiring men to wear jackets and ties in formal spaces, especially in a tropical climate. It brings one back to a time in this country’s modern...
Revelling in the liberated feeling of experiencing new cultures, foods and languages, Tara Pouyat took her first solo trip at 16 years old to Costa Rica. Since then, Pouyat, who goes by the moniker Tara Mango, is excited to go on sweet adventures...
