Nicola Cunningham/Entertainment Coordinator

Mayor of Ocho Rios, Michael Belnavis; Mayor of Kingston, Andrew Swaby; Entertainment Minister, Olivia Grange; and State Minister in the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Delano Seiveright, are all smiles at the recent launch of Vacae Weekend.
March 7, 2026 by Nicola Cunningham/Entertainment Coordinator

Excitement builds for Vacae Weekend

Nobody parties quite like Jamaicans, and this Easter Weekend, Ocho Rios is set to host six events over four days as part of the expanded Vacae Weekend. From April 3 to 6, locals and visitors alike will have the chance to enjoy food, fashion, and high-energy performances that have made the event a staple on the entertainment calendar.

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Tuma Basa, director of music culture at YouTube, sharing insights during the ‘Streaming Maths: How to actually make money on Digital Service Providers’ discussion on Thursday.
February 28, 2026 by Nicola Cunningham

YouTube exec says violent, profane videos get views not coins

While attendees at the Island Music Conference (IMC) sought to learn not only how to navigate the modern music industry but also how to make a living from it, Tuma Basa of YouTube was adamant about…
First-time and returning patrons gathered in their numbers to celebrate Tuesday Service’s second anniversary at the Ranny Williams Entertainment Centre in St. Andrew on Tuesday night.
February 26, 2026 by Nicola Cunningham

‘Joyful feeling’ as Tuesday Service celebrates second anniversary

Leaving their cares at the gate to simply hold a vibe, fans of the popular Tuesday Service gathered on Tuesday night at the Ranny Williams Entertainment Centre to celebrate its second anniversary. For…
Oliver Samuels (right) and David Heron.
February 19, 2026 by Nicola Cunningham

Oliver Samuels to star in Easton Lee’s classic ‘The Rope and the Cross’

King of Caribbean Comedy Oliver Samuels will be swapping his comedic crown for a major dramatic role when he stars in Easton Lee’s play The Rope and the Cross. Samuels takes on the role of the…
Mr Manhunt Jamaica Omario Wright.
February 13, 2026 by Nicola Cunningham

Mr Manhunt Ja Omario Wright sets sights on global crown

When Omario Wright went to sign up for the Mr Manhunt Jamaica competition, he was told that if he was serious, he first needed to cut his hair. In that moment, he knew that applying meant that he was…
Brothers Stephen (left) and Julian Marley celebrate their father’s birthday on February 6 at Emancipation Park in New Kingston.
February 9, 2026 by Nicola Cunningham

Good vibes, great music at Bob Marley Tribute concert

The natural mystic, along with the strong frontal breeze, was definitely blowing in the air at Emancipation Park as a sizeable crowd gathered for the Bob Marley Tribute Concert last Friday. A strong…
Shante Jarrett
February 4, 2026 by Nicola Cunningham

‘Making Jamaica proud was my mission’

Perseverance has always featured heavily in her life. Indeed, she says she does not know how to quit or give up, which is why days after Hurricane Melissa almost left her homeless, she was on a plane…
Miss Jamaica World Nevaeh Allen (centre) shares the spotlight with first runner-up, Asia Wright (right) who will wear the sash Miss International Jamaica; and Brianna Foster, second runner-up and holder of the title, Miss Earth Jamaica.
January 28, 2026 by Nicola Cunningham

Miss Jamaica World Nevaeh Allen owes victory to strong single mother

She did not sit down for more than five minutes throughout the entire evening. A nervous ball of energy and excitement, Simone Franks came with a sash bearing her daughter’s name and a huge sign…
Entrepreneur and managing director of KYM, Kandi King.
January 17, 2026 by Nicola Cunningham

Where are the ‘gyal chunes’?

We all love a good party: the right ambiance, great friends, tasty food, and, of course, a skilled DJ with the perfect playlist. But, what happens when one of the most important elements is off? When…
left: Dionne Warwick gave the Jamaican audience a symbolic big hug following her performance at Coveside Concerts’ Timeless in March 2025 at Plantation Cove, St Ann.
January 14, 2026 by Nicola Cunningham

Plantation Cove pressing on

It has been more than two months since Hurricane Melissa made landfall in Jamaica. While Plantation Cove, which hugs the north coast of St Ann, was impacted by the hurricane, it luckily did not…