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Stories by Natalia Oh

Published:Monday | December 3, 2018 | 12:00 AMNatalia Oh

Noted Engineer-turned-author Garold Hamilton's life is an inspirational story of resilience, perseverance, and breaking down countless barriers to achieve immense success.Hailing from the small...

Published:Monday | November 19, 2018 | 12:00 AMNatalia Oh

When you first walk into Dr Arlene Rose's office, you instantly recognise the signs of a deep devotion to the arts, harmony, and positivity. As you observe the artwork - most of which she has...

Published:Monday | August 13, 2018 | 12:00 AMNatalia Oh

Sharice Fernander has been an expert at making brands come to life and increasing profitability in the sales and marketing industry for more than 14 years. As a seasoned marketer working with a leading...

Published:Monday | May 21, 2018 | 12:00 AMNatalia Oh

Every student of life eventually learns to trust that they know where they are going; that only after getting to a certain point can they look back and begin connecting the seemingly random dots. Ten years ago...

Published:Monday | February 26, 2018 | 12:00 AMNatalia Oh

Ron Young Jr has built a reputation as a highly respected attorney in commercial, property and civil litigation. He is widely known in Jamaica as the attorney for chart-topping international reggae artistes and as...

Published:Tuesday | January 9, 2018 | 12:00 AMNatalia Oh

Back in prep school, Rickman Warren collected sea shells from his parents' Lucea beach-side hotel to make trinket boxes, which he later sold to his schoolmates for a profit. He didn't need to earn money out of...

Published:Tuesday | December 12, 2017 | 12:00 AMNatalia Oh

There's nothing more warming to the soul than helping those in need.The holidays are a time for giving and receiving, and in the spirit of the season, some companies have been focusing on giving back to the...

Published:Tuesday | November 28, 2017 | 12:00 AMNatalia Oh

Christmas is around the corner, and it's a good time to reflect on what makes the season so special - family. Quality family time, to be exact. These three words are so simple but profound, and they can make...

Published:Friday | November 17, 2017 | 12:00 AMNatalia Oh

While we may not have leaves changing in Jamaica to signify the season change, we have a slight dip in the temperature with brisk mornings, and more recently, unexpected rainy weeks. No better time to retire the summer brights and whites and embrace...

Published:Tuesday | October 31, 2017 | 12:00 AMNatalia Oh

Music is always better live. An important moment everyone, especially a music lover, should experience in their lifetime is seeing their favourite band or artist perform live. A connoisseur of music, Peter Levy...

Published:Tuesday | October 3, 2017 | 12:00 AMNatalia Oh

In a guarded world, it is refreshing to meet someone who is cheerful and pleasant. More and more it becomes clear to me, how important a first impression is — meeting Souniqua Davis for the first time, she was assisting on a project I was...

Published:Monday | September 11, 2017 | 12:00 AMNatalia Oh

You can tell a lot about someone by what makes them come alive. Melarka Williams lights up when he talks about science, technology, his five-year-old daughter and his beloved Chelsea Football Club.With his...

Published:Monday | August 14, 2017 | 12:00 AMNatalia Oh

We often hear of the power of a good lipstick, and how it can instantly brightens a woman's face and her spirits.Shouldn't the same be said about wearing vibrant and happy colours? Before Pantone tells us what the colour of 2018...

Published:Tuesday | July 11, 2017 | 12:00 AMNatalia Oh

Raised by a single father in a dilapidated, wooden house with no indoor plumbing, Dwight Scott never dreamed that one day he would be graduating from the prestigious Morehouse College in Atlanta,...

Published:Tuesday | May 23, 2017 | 12:00 AMNatalia Oh

Does your living room look a bit old and tired? Home decorating can often seem like a major expense, but it really doesn't have to be. Before you consider large projects, adding cushions to your sofa is an easy and...

Published:Tuesday | March 28, 2017 | 11:05 AMNatalia Oh

Soaring high with Alex MorrisseyWhen we hear business tycoons over the world speak about what lead them to success, we notice commonalities - a willingness to take risks, maintaining a personal philosophy, and voracious reading habits.Twenty-eight-...

Published:Tuesday | February 21, 2017 | 12:00 AMNatalia Oh

Andy Svoboda had no idea that taking a sign language course at a vocational school would lead to him giving up a very lucrative career yielding US$80,000 a year to become a missionary in Jamaica."I never would...

Published:Tuesday | February 7, 2017 | 12:00 AMNatalia Oh

While some hearts flutter in anticipation of Valentine's Day, some hearts are ready to dismiss this February date as a day to spike sales in greeting cards, chocolates and flowers.No matter how you look on Valentine's Day - if...

Published:Tuesday | July 26, 2016 | 12:00 AMNatalia Oh

You may be surprised to know that some of the biggest advertising campaigns we see today on billboards while we drive along the streets of Jamaica, are from the creative brain of a 25-year-old CEO.Valon Thorpe, CEO and...

Published:Monday | June 13, 2016 | 12:00 AMNatalia Oh

Today we celebrate Father's Day. While socks and ties will reign supreme in the gift-giving department, it's really a day to say, 'thank you, dad'.....

Published:Monday | May 16, 2016 | 12:00 AMNatalia Oh

The eighth of 10 children born to Mortimer and Edna Neil, all his life Stenton Neil has been driven by one thing - he never wanted his family to be hungry.Born and raised in the small town of Benbow, St Catherine, he...

Published:Monday | May 2, 2016 | 12:00 AMNatalia Oh

Jennifer Azan, proprietor of Flirt Boutique, has called Jamaica home since she married Emile Azan more than 13 years ago. This Colombian beauty quickly captures attention with her stunning good looks, raven black...

Published:Thursday | March 24, 2016 | 12:00 AMNatalia Oh

As every well-dressed man knows, the most important thing to consider when buying and wearing a suit is the fit. A poor fit can ruin an otherwise great suit. If you are buying a suit off the rack, invest in a good tailor for custom adjustments. Here...

Published:Tuesday | February 2, 2016 | 12:00 AMNatalia Oh

Going out at night on Valentine's Day is the ultimate date night - an evening to dine, celebrate your partner, and create lasting romantic memories.But, alas, the big question on every woman's mind is always 'what do I...

Published:Monday | January 25, 2016 | 12:00 AMNatalia Oh

A banker by day and spinning instructor by night, certified health coach and mother of three, Natalie Murray, when asked how she does it all, said: "I sleep well, I eat well and I have a very good support system. I do it...

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