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...
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...
Mr Politician Mr Politician yuh dash mi weh Mi nuh c u fi years Yuh mi treat like a eedat gyal outta road weh u touch an leggo Mi deh ya fool fool a look hand out Mi deh ya suffer like maaga dawg Mi a eat bun and butter an yuh a eat oxtail...
The three qualities that matter most in real estate also matter the most to graffiti artists: location, location, location. In Miami and Los Angeles, cities that contain some of the most expensive real estate in the US, graffiti artists have...
Amid the bustle of downtown Kingston stands the heart of Jamaican democracy, Gordon House. Since its inauguration on October 26, 1960, this iconic building has been the nucleus of Jamaican governance, embodying the spirit of resilience and progress...
Love, a profound feeling that binds hearts and souls, often intertwines with the notion of attachment. It seems inseparable: to love is to be attached. Consider the parent-child bond – how could a parent not feel attached to their offspring? Indeed...
W hen Trees Fall, the first book in the Wood and Water Saga, by Dale Mahfood, is a stimulating coming-of-age story set in Jamaica in the mid-1900s. It tells the tale of three families who are different in so many ways, but who are bound by one...
In recognition of the distinguished career of Professor Hilary Beckles, vice-chancellor of The University of the West Indies (UWI), the Mona campus will be hosting the book launch of a festschrift celebrating his contributions to academia and...
“Not standing still is what is described as dancing” (Continuous striving deserves praise, whatever the outcome.) – Yoruba proverb According to an early definition in The Dictionary of Jamaican English (1980), Reggae is based on Ska, an earlier...
Imagine, escaping slavery, carving freedom from mountains, forging your own destiny. This ain’t fiction, it’s the true story of Jamaica’s Maroon communities, like Accompong Town and Moore Town, a testament to the unwavering spirit of freedom....
From the tender stages of life, we’re taught that worrying equates to caring. Before we even arrive in this world, the aura of concern surrounds us, shaping our perceptions. This notion persists into adulthood, woven into the fabric of our...
For the Chinese people, 2024 is the Year of the Dragon. The dragon is considered China’s most significant mythical creature. It’s an imagined animal with features like a bull’s head, deer antlers, shrimp eyes, eagle claws, snake body, lion tail,...
Inukeni watu wangu (Rise up my people) Inukeni watu wangu, Rise up my people, kubali mahali penu juani. accept your place in the sun. Inukeni watu wangu, Rise up my people, kwa maana sisi tu watoto wa Mungu. for we are children of God....
February isn’t just about Valentine’s Day chocolates. It brings a vibrant blend of celebrations, a celebration that harmonises with Reggae Month, Black History Month and marks the birth of the legendary Bob Marley. This powerful confluence is more...
In the contemporary world, the concept of “love” has become increasingly ambiguous and fraught with misconceptions. The prevalent notion of “falling in love” aptly reflects this reality, where our understanding of love is so deficient that it...
Life is a classroom Strike a match to what is unfit, Burn it with your light if only darkness exists, Turn a page if the chapter ends, Write a new book, if your heart wants to start again, Life is not over, You're your own boss, A real reward...
An essay by Kasheka Grant, grade 10 student of St Mary High School “The greatest threat to achieving food security is climate change and its impact on agriculture.” – Ban Ki-moon Jamaica is highly dependent on natural resources, and like its...
In a world obsessed with results and productivity, we often find ourselves trapped in the web of outcomes and results of our efforts. We all have heard the well-known saying “God has created the universe”. This has raised queries in our hearts -...
This is not merely a home, at 56 Hope Road, dwells a legacy that transcends music. It’s not just a house; it’s a time capsule, a pulsating testament to the enduring spirit of one of the world’s greatest musical legends, Bob Marley Museum. This...
Off the coast of historic Port Royal, cloaked in the vibrant tapestry of the Caribbean sun, lies a gem called Lime Cay. This emerald speck, the largest of eight uninhabited cays, dances to the rhythm of the tide. While high waters claim its shores...
