Beautiful, bold and unique. These words resonate whenever you think of Sammy B Designs. And it is just one of the reasons why popular retail corporation, Target, approached Jamaican designer, Samantha Black, about collaborating for its Black...
“Everything I do is inspired by nature and people,” Melissa Preddie told The Sunday Gleaner. Busy making hair accessories, she shared that it was her loyal customers who began requesting jewellery as well. Close to a decade later, she is a...
There’s no denying that love was certainly in the air last year. Internationally, Kourtney Kardashian wed Blink-182 drummer Travis Barker; pop star Britney Spears tied the knot with Sam Asghari, Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck finally said ‘I do’...
We may not have roasted chestnuts on an open fire, but Jamaicans are jolly enough to get cosy in this chilly season. And nothing screams comfort and early morning fashion quite like matching pajamas. The phenomenon emerged in recent years with...
When Keisha Cameron saw her son making remarkable strides with his learning capabilities, her maternal instinct merged with her love for literature, and she decided to pen his discoveries through thrilling adventures. His father, Akeem Asir, came...
How do you get yourself heard when you’re the only woman in the room? Yvonne Witter does this through advocacy and empowerment, asking pertinent questions as well as initiating and engaging in thought-provoking discussions. The award-winning...
Randia Coakley grew up in The Bahamas, loving the great outdoors. While she enjoyed all that her place of birth had to offer, she wanted to see the world. So she began steadily ‘dating’ adventure, conquering one destination at a time. When a job...
“Poverty is not an accident,” the great Nelson Mandela once said, adding, “It is man-made and can be removed by the actions of human beings.” Power couple Nastassia and Jamar Wright echo a similar sentiment, having broken every chain to build on...
Tamara Cuthbert Daley picked up a passion for painting at the tender age of five years old. Drawing on that unique creativity, she grew fascinated by home and garden programmes via television and social media. It’s no wonder she went on to become...
There’s no sweeter feeling than finding a game that you love. For some, it’s football. For others, it’s basketball. But, for Sekou McDonald, he found a home with an unlikely sport – polo. Discovering the game in the face of tragedy, the Jamaica-...
Sending positive vibrations over the airwaves was a natural calling for one of Jamaica’s most beloved radio hosts, Lady Rennae. The vibrant newcomer-turned-veteran showstopper went above and beyond the call of duty in traditional media, sharing her...
The late National Hero Marcus Garvey once wrote, “A people without knowledge of their history, origin, and culture is like a tree without roots.” Ricardo Horatio Nelson chose to lead his life by that rubric. The Jamaica-born-and-raised photographer...
Tanya Ferril is a Jill of many trades, wearing the hat of coordinator at the General Legal Council, minister of religion, justice of the peace, marriage officer and event planner. While executing all these roles, she answered the call to start her...
Weight loss doesn’t begin with the gym; it starts with a change of mindset. Tru-Sha Dixon, who was once an overweight child, recalled the trauma of being teased at school. As she got older, she took matters into her own hands by embarking on a life...
The Don Dada of three-dimensional art, Bonito ‘Nito’ Thompson, is looking to take dancehall across shores with an international tour. “The Jamaican brand is well known around the world for sports, music, and food. Now, it’s time for art,” Thompson...
Family means everything: the comfort of familial and nurturing love, teamwork among partners and siblings, motivation on the best days, and therapy on the worst. But don’t take my word for it; these are the sentiments of Juliann, better known as...
After spending almost three decades in telecommunications, veteran businessman Kevin Gordon made a switch to cybersecurity, taking his vision and life’s savings across borders to battle online attacks in the Caribbean. “I saw an increase in...
Crashing waves, clean and cool air, sand or stones between your toes, the enticing aromas and the revelry of relaxation. There’s no denying the pleasure of the beach. But Caleen Diedrick took her love one step further, using the treasures she found...
The highly anticipated Jamaica Rum Festival (JRF) is scheduled to take place tomorrow in the nation’s Second City, Montego Bay, at The Aqueduct, Rose Hall. With many looking forward to the vibe, booths, concert, and, of course rum, in the midst of...
The quest to find a father who not only dedicated time and effort to raise his children, but played a paternal role in his community led us to Berlin in St Elizabeth. There, we were greeted by a pleasant local farmer who goes by the name Garfield...
Life before being a dad for Errol Stevens was all about being a professional footballer, furthering his career and building his life with his wife, Ekaterina Nikiforova. But everything changed when he became a father. Stevens gave up the sport and...
Donna Parchment Brown is not your typical political ombudsman. Seeking to fulfil her roles in a fair and unbiased manner, she has taken economic matters a step further. Making it her point of duty to spread awareness of the importance of societal...
It's the first Monday of May and there are so many M words that immediately come to mind: memorable, monumental, milestone, majestic and magical. All are uniquely associated with an iconic event that bears the same significant starting letter: Met...
Dr Racquel Palmer always understood what it meant ‘to serve and protect’, giving back to the community through her family business and protecting her mother while she bravely fought cancer. But her enrolment in the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF)...
Tamarica Washington uses artistry in ministry, combining God’s work and her own life experiences to explore surreal sculptures and create soul-shaking and truly inspiring pieces. Born and raised in Houston, Texas, the creative recalled showcasing...
