Audio streaming giant Spotify, one of the world’s largest audio platforms, entered the audiobook market last October, offering its premium subscribers 15 hours per month of free audiobook listening. But audiobook bundling has led to reduced...
“Powww!! This was the only sound I could recall — the one that broke the silence of that dreadful night. Although the sound could easily be mistaken for that of a vehicle wheel being blown out, I instantly knew it was the impact of a gunshot, and I...
Hurricane Beryl News came that tropical storms were developing in the Caribbean Sea. Then out of the blue came forth a hurricane named Beryl. Devastating several Caribbean islands and bringing with her much peril. Hurricane Beryl was forecasted...
A short story by Dudley McLean II The sky over downtown Kingston was a bruised purple as Hurricane Beryl, a roaring category 4 storm, approached. The Carnation Market bustled with an undercurrent of urgent chatter, but the vendors refused to...
Nestled in the lush parish of St Ann, Jamaica lies the Thatchfield Great Cave, a marvel of natural beauty and a testament to the intricate dance of biology and hydrology over millennia. This colossal cavern isn’t just a geological marvel; it’s a...
We all experienced Hurricane Beryl, feeling its impact across the island, some more severely than others. Now that it has moved on, it’s time to reflect. Metaphorically speaking, did we learn anything from this hurricane? Life presents us with...
A-QuEST is calling on high schools of Jamaica and CARICOM territories to avail of a 35 per cent on tuition fees, which is available for: Head boys Head girls Head prefects Deputy head boys Deputy Head Girls Student Council presidents Upper-Sixth...
Have a great day! And that great day might just begin with a cup of Jamaican bissy tea. Bissy, known as kola nut, is a deeply rooted tradition in Jamaican households, passed down through generations. Its journey began in Africa, arriving in Jamaica...
Every day, the greatest gift we wish to give our loved ones is love and happiness. Spending time with them, buying them comforts, supporting them, yet sometimes we find them unhappy. Why? Have you noticed that when you are unhappy, you have to put...
Sometimes, I felt my dreams were stillborn Dear Younger-Me: I often felt our dreams were stillborn because vicious words scared our desires. I felt the endless pain but could not see the permanent growth So, I treated you with bold, refined...
An elephant uses its trunk for eating, drinking water, communicating, exploring the environment, social behaviour, and making and using tools. The trunk, which contains six muscle groups, is not only very strong – it can uproot a tree – but can be...
By Such a Parting Light by Barbara Lalla is a heart-warming and sobering novel that tells a story of loss, love, and resilience, while capturing the essence of relationships and the impact of shared memories. Set in Trinidad, the story is centred...
Imagine a single spice that captures the essence of cloves, nutmeg, and cinnamon – a flavour explosion that tantalises your taste buds and ignites your culinary imagination. This isn’t a dream. It’s the magic of pimenta dioica , also known as...
Have you ever felt trapped in a situation that seems more challenging than anything you have faced before? It is a common experience, and many of us wonder why it feels this way. When confronted with a new challenge, it is natural to believe it is...
A Kingly Character A man of substance who always aimed high. His reasoned ambitions were forever above the sky. Rest assured he would surely achieve them - even if he had to fly. Never daunted by obstacles in his way, He found an alternate route...
Father’s Day is a time when people think about the influence of their fathers on their lives. Traditionally, Father’s Day has been about thanking fathers for their help, their role in teaching new skills, or even their jokes. While many dads may...
Tucked away in Saint Catherine lies a testament to human ingenuity and perseverance: the Old Iron Bridge in Spanish Town, Jamaica. This unassuming structure, declared a National Monument and a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, holds a remarkable...
In many cultures, God is often called ‘Father’, highlighting the profound significance of this relationship. Amid all the relationships, the bond between a father and child is seen as one of the most important connections in a person’s life. While...
Lorraine Jones-Lawrence is a firm believer in turning our mess into our message. This is demonstrated in the title of her first book, You Gotta Get Up: Surviving the Loss of Your Child. Lorraine’s 20-year-old son was killed in 2009 in a fight...
We Caribbean people often criticise ourselves for not writing enough. This is a justifiable criticism. We allow others to write our stories, our history, from their perspectives. A. J. Nicholson’s new book, The Road Block: Jamaica’s Resistance to...
Jamaica’s diverse biodiversity, including the fifth-highest number of endemic species of birds and plants, offers a treasure trove for wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers. The Blue and John Crow Mountain Range, a UNESCO World Heritage Site,...
In our journey through life, one of the greatest challenges is our superficial understanding of what it means to know something. We can acquire vast amounts of information, but this doesn’t necessarily mean we have gained wisdom. The four levels of...
There’s a reason red drinks hold a special place in the regional culture. For over 500 years, the red drink, known as sorrel in the Caribbean, has been more than just a beverage. Its story begins in West Africa, where the hibiscus flower, hibiscus...
It was decades back that I got fascinated with those wonderful figurines carved from onyx. A colleague of mine, just having returned from posting in Islamabad, Pakistan had showcased some of those interesting pieces which she had brought to office...
Have you ever wondered why do you fear, what is the root of it? Fear manifests in many ways and forms, but it all stems from a common source. While your greatest fear may differ from others’, the form or size of the fear doesn’t matter. The core of...
