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The society instils in us the importance of setting goals and being ambitious from a very young age. However, this constant chase after desires is leading to discontentment and hopelessness. We ruin the most blissful state of life from that early...
Persons playing Holi, Hindu festival of colours ushering in Spring, at India-Jamaica Friendship Garden.

Jamaica, a land known for its vibrant culture and stunning beaches, also holds a lesser-known story of faith. Hinduism, brought to the island in 1845 by Indian indentured labourers, has woven itself into the Jamaican tapestry. On May 10 of that...

Distant friends At three in the morning it’s time for the meet, Outside of the house just before the street. The air is cool, breathing feels refreshing, Tranquil and soothing, the perfect setting. How are you doing? Usually no reply, As I gaze...

In today’s society, it is unfortunate that tears are misunderstood, misinterpreted, and undervalued. They are seen as a sign of weakness and misery, especially for men who are taught from a young age to be strong and suppress their emotions. It is...

In the heart of downtown Kingston is a fascinating testament to Jamaica’s diverse heritage – the Shaare Shalom Synagogue. It stands as a reminder that Judaism, the second-oldest faith practised on our island, has roots stretching back centuries. It...

Nightmare 2030 The pungent smell of iron and streets painted red, The huge pile up of carcasses from the decomposing dead. The irreversible damage, toxic waste and litter, I see Nightmare 2030, a title that’s fitter. The Jamaica we want versus...

In our constant quest to understand artists and their genius, we often put them on a pedestal, or we assume that they are otherworldly beings with incomprehensible thoughts. This myth, though common, distances us from everything they share with us...

Book review by Nicole Watson Water Jar by Kacy Garvey is a collection of biblically grounded poems that challenges readers to leave the ways of the world behind and live a life of purity. Garvey’s poems also address topical concerns in our...

Nestled in Trelawny, where Martha Brae river meanders through a lush expanse of 1,000 acres stands the illustrious Good Hope Great House. In 1744, Colonel William Thomas was bestowed with this sprawling land, envisioning a haven of prosperity...

Love is often associated with forgiveness, a concept deeply ingrained in our societal beliefs. We have been taught that loving someone means pardoning their mistakes or wrongdoings. But forgiveness only comes into play when we are sure that the...
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