Fairy-tale sparks did not ignite when Romaine Dixon first met Esmerdis Lorenzo at the New York City International Christian Church. Reflecting on their paths crossing in June 2022, the future Mrs Dixon heartily giggled, recalling how blissfully...
Gaming enthusiasts flocked to the newly renovated Acropolis Gaming Lounge in St Andrew, last Thursday, to be the first experience the new Las Vegas-inspired equipment. With a new look and food offerings also unveiled, guests mingled, played the...
As you express admiration for the architectural merits of this villa, one cannot help but be distracted by the endless sea of mystique and tranquillity it faces, all holding you tight in an earthly image of paradise. The house, sitting directly on...
“I wanted to do tertiary studies in government and politics. I had applied to and got into the University of Nottingham to pursue American studies and history,” shared the Jamaican-Sri Lankan, who has been living in the United Kingdom for the last...
NEW YORK (AP): Percival Everett’s James, a daring reworking of the Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, has won the National Book Award for fiction. Jason De León’s Soldiers and Kings: Survival and Hope in the World of Human Smuggling won for non-...
The design is in the details. For 17 years, the interior design, furniture, and home décor store has made it its mission to bring opulence and enchantment to homes and offices across the island. To mark this monumental milestone, Spaces Jamaica...
In the heart of downtown Kingston, Natasha Russell’s small but thriving school for special needs children has become a testament to resilience, love, and an unyielding commitment to her vision. Despite facing numerous challenges, including the...
Sweet 17! On Sunday, Spaces Jamaica celebrated its 17th anniversary with an afternoon of fun, camaraderie and elegance. The exclusive event took the form of a beautiful brunch and saw the interior design and décor company and furniture store...
With the festive season buzzing, so too are the swimsuit orders for fashion designer Ackeilia Caine, who just weeks ago welcomed her newest little one. As the year comes to a close, there is one other major achievement that she is still celebrating...
The powerhouse duo of SAINT International’s Tami Williams and Aurelie Giraud are co-starring in brand-spanking new e-commerce advertising campaigns for the fall 2024 collections of fashion retailer brands you need to know. Jamrock’s Williams glows...
The CG United Insurance Jamaica team hosted a Business Partner Appreciation Mixer last Thursday for its key brokers and business partners. The event took place at the Serengeti at the Hope Botanical Gardens in St Andrew. Guests were serenaded by...
A love-at-first-’site’ moment unfolded at the Errol Flynn Marina in Port Antonio, when the property’s newest culinary oasis, The Zaca, was officially launched over the weekend. The history of the marina grew even sweeter as specially invited...
As a teenager, Ayzia Bogle realised that fitness should be a way of life. She made sure her ‘fit’ family members and relatives knew that she wanted to join them whenever they exercised. What fuelled the 29-year-old’s passion even more was the fact...
When it comes to sports, it’s all about survival of the fittest. But when it comes to matters of the heart, any play is possible. Called to deliver water to Carrol Daley’s home, Rugby Smith was disappointed he couldn’t make the requested time. He...
For the second year in a row, Select Brands and Rainforest Caribbean hosted a joint brand showcase, highlighting the newest additions to the local culinary scene. Held last Thursday on the Devon House east lawns, guests enjoyed a selection of wines...
On Saturday, the Press Association of Jamaica (PAJ) hosted its National Journalism Awards ceremony at the S Hotel Kingston in St Andrew to honour the outstanding work of the island’s media practitioners. The RJRGLEANER Communication Group’s...
Get Millie Black is, essentially, a multi-layered detective story teeming with plots, subplots, and counterplots. Booker Prize-winning writer Marlon James digs into the underbelly of Jamaican society, exposing the stark and the toxic while...
The United Nations (UN) has confronted a planet in crisis with the stark, ominous message: “Earth is getting hotter and more dangerous for everyone, everywhere.” They are galvanising us to race against time by implementing resilient housing...
Late nights and early mornings have characterised the daily life for 19-year-old Demaria Walker. The long daily commute between St Catherine and Kingston, for school and other activities, taught her to be focused and disciplined. “I love to try...
For the final premiere of the Wicked press tour in the UK, the star-studded cast, including Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, paid tribute to their iconic Broadway roles. The musical film, an adaptation of the stage production, explores the origin...
Thirty-four years ago, when Claudette Douglas Webb returned to Rest All-Age School in Milk River, Clarendon, after training as a primary school teacher at The MICO University College, she realised the system wasn’t for her. Having started teaching...
With the curtains drawn on the 2024 Olympic Games and nations embracing the return of their athletic ambassadors, Jamaica follows suit, upholding this cherished tradition. In partnership with Red Stripe, the Jamaica Olympic Association (JOA) hosted...
With his eyes fixed on the prize, Mr World Jamaica Tarique Barrett believes that staying true to himself will give him the best chance of taking home the international men’s pageant crown. “My overall plan of action is to be me, and tell the world...
