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Published:Friday | July 18, 2025 | 12:05 AMNyoka Manning/Gleaner Writer

The Coconut Runway Show, presented by Trendzy by Ackeilia, transformed New Haven Avenue in St Andrew into a hub of island style on Saturday. Ackeilia Caine, the designer behind the brand, took to the runway to deliver a line-up of swimwear and...

Published:Thursday | July 17, 2025 | 12:09 AM

The whimsical atmosphere stretched into Saturday for the second staging of The Book Fairy Festival, where literary fanatics gathered and imaginations came alive. All the fairy dust led to The Jamaica Pegasus, home to purple couch chats; audiobooks...

Published:Wednesday | July 16, 2025 | 12:10 AM

Fitness enthusiasts gathered at Emancipation Park last Thursday for Power in the Park, a free outdoor workout hosted by Powerade. The after-work event was led by certified trainer Andre Brown, popularly known as Supreme Body Sculpting JA, and...

Published:Wednesday | July 16, 2025 | 12:07 AM

Trendzy by Ackeilia’s Coconut Runway Show made a splash in St Andrew over the weekend, where fashion met festivity in a celebration of all things summer. The event unveiled a sizzling lineup of swim and resortwear, plus an athleisure drop with Body...

Published:Wednesday | July 16, 2025 | 12:07 AMNyoka Manning/Gleaner Writer

Just in time for a summer of movement and mindful living, the debut of the Coconut Trendzy x Body by WATO athleisure collection brought fresh, stylish energy to Jamaica’s fitness scene. Launched at the Coconut Runway Show in St Andrew, the...

Published:Wednesday | July 16, 2025 | 12:05 AM

The gastro-intestinal (GI) tract is the source of many common medical and surgical complaints. While most cases of GI upset are benign, self-limiting, and do not require surgery, symptoms should always be considered in the context of age, personal...

Published:Tuesday | July 15, 2025 | 12:06 AM

Summer is here, and the Coconut Runway Show brought the heat! Trendzy by Ackeilia turned up the tropical flair on Saturday on New Haven Avenue in St Andrew, debuting a sizzling line-up of swimwear, resort-ready styles, and an exclusive athleisure...

Published:Tuesday | July 15, 2025 | 12:05 AMNyoka Manning/Gleaner Writer

From duty to devotion, police constables Kamilah Gordon-Ricketts and Rajiv Ricketts have taken the oath to protect and serve – not just the nation, but each other. Hailing from Clarendon and St Catherine, respectively, their relationship began...

Published:Monday | July 14, 2025 | 12:07 AM

At the start of the weekend, not far beyond the glistening pool of The Courtleigh Hotel and Suites in New Kingston, book lovers gathered under the stars for the welcome reception of the Book Fairy Festival. The fairytale plot thickened when the...

Published:Sunday | July 13, 2025 | 12:12 AMJanet Silvera - Sunday Gleaner Writer

WESTERN BUREAU: Though he passed away less than a year ago, Robert Russell’s presence still looms large as Reggae Sumfest marks its 32nd staging this week in Montego Bay. More than a founding father, he was considered the heartbeat of the...

Published:Sunday | July 13, 2025 | 12:12 AM

This is the story of Darlene Rhoden, a travel specialist from Toronto, Canada, who journeyed to where her heart took her, falling irresistibly in love with two objects of desire – the human element and that of an architectural presence. That place...

Published:Sunday | July 13, 2025 | 12:12 AM

Attorney-at-law and LCH Developments chief operations officer Tanya Golaub takes us on a tour of her five favourite spots out west – from childhood beach memories to hidden art gems and seafood by the sea. FIVE FAVE SPOTS OUT WEST Doctor’s...

Published:Sunday | July 13, 2025 | 12:12 AM

Dr Jodine Jackto-Tafari, family physician and owner of Sekhmet Medical Centre and Accu Lab Diagnostics, shares her top five favourite spots out west – from peaceful beaches to adventures. FIVE FAVE SPOTS OUT WEST Eclipse at Half Moon: “For a...

Published:Sunday | July 13, 2025 | 11:22 AMKrysta Anderson - Staff Reporter

Turning 55 is more than a milestone — it’s a celebration of transformation, freedom, and stepping boldly into one’s purpose. For Patricia Mowatt, it marked a chapter of grace, growth, and undeniable style. To honour the occasion, the co-owner of...

Published:Saturday | July 12, 2025 | 12:08 AM

The Valda Hope Foundation hosted its first-ever Charity Mingle on Sunday, a stylish, yet laid-back fundraising event that brought supporters together over food, music, and a shared purpose. Under the theme, ‘Connections for a Cause’, the evening,...

Published:Saturday | July 12, 2025 | 12:06 AM

The 99th Running of the Jamaica St Leger brought a winning mix of sport and style to Caymanas Park on Sunday, as racegoers turned out for the second leg of the prestigious Triple Crown series. The stands were full, and the Directors’ Box buzzed...

Published:Saturday | July 12, 2025 | 12:05 AMKrysta Anderson/Staff Reporter

The connection between humans and nature can be a truly beautiful experience, with greenery breathing life into any space. And for Ammesha Brown, that connection has blossomed into something deeply personal. In full bloom and in love, she has...

Published:Friday | July 11, 2025 | 9:31 AM

This summer, The Creative Factory is turning dining into theatre with Scenes at the Factory. The series started on June 27 and will run until August 31. Presented in collaboration with CPJ Wines, guests will enjoy an immersive, multi-sensory...

Published:Friday | July 11, 2025 | 12:06 AM

SAINT International models have been making appearances on major runways this season, from Paris Haute Couture shows to collection launches in Greece. Kai Newan just made the shortlist again for revered French luxury fashion house Chanel, elegantly...

Published:Friday | July 11, 2025 | 12:06 AM

Boss babes and sparkling mocktails? Just the right ingredients for a power-packed day of goal alignment, networking, and purpose-driven conversations. Hosted by Everyday Boss Belles, the women’s empowerment community under PR Belle Media Limited,...

Published:Friday | July 11, 2025 | 12:06 AM

Tee time, but make it glam. That was the vibe at the Jamaican Women Golf Network’s first public Glam...

Published:Thursday | July 10, 2025 | 12:09 AM

As a gastronomic gateway to local fanfare with an international flair, Kingston Kitchen hit all the marks on Saturday. The culinary affair, held at the Hope Botanical Gardens in St Andrew, delivered a melting pot of authentic flavours, warming...

Published:Thursday | July 10, 2025 | 8:32 AMSharla Williams/Gleaner Writer -

Sprint superstar Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce is the face of Marie Claire’s July 2025 Women in Sports issue. “Oh, you thought Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce was finished? Think again,” the magazine captioned in a collab post with Fraser-Pryce on Instagram...

Published:Wednesday | July 9, 2025 | 12:10 AMKrysta Anderson/Staff Reporter

With the body as the canvas, weights as brushes, and nutrition flowing in as paint, the result is a masterwork of bodybuilding. Following the recent Jamaica Amateur Bodybuilding and Fitness Association’s annual novice and junior championships,...

Published:Wednesday | July 9, 2025 | 12:08 AM

Alkaline’s Vendetta fans were in for a treat last Saturday as the much-anticipated New Rules Festival took over Trelawny Multi-Purpose Stadium. With popular dancehall acts like Munga Honorable, Tifa, Armanii, Silk Boss, Tamo J, and the ‘Man Himself...

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