While many parents would prefer it if their children pursued careers in medicine, law or science, they are encouraged to nurture their young one’s gifts and provide the necessary encouragement for them to excel in the field of their choice. Heartene
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“I miss the rhythm of the place,” says Trinidad-born writer, Nathalie Taghaboni, after having lived in Canada since she was 15. “Not just the music, eh? The rhythm. It’s in the walk and talk of the country.” When Taghaboni writ
For Garcia-Brooks, General Manager, Marketing and Communications at Republic Bank, the area of Communications is just the right niche, a place she has settled in after exploring many other career options, including information technology, advertisin
(L-R) Leon, Michael "Mr. Brightworks" Stephens, Beres Hammond, Bob "Mr. BET" Johnson (photos by gburkeimages.com)
By: Richard Johnson - The Jamaican Observer
MANY people find it hard to believe he's not Jamaican — or, has Jamaican roots. When Leon ar
Three nestings were recently monitored by members of turtle conservation and advocacy group, Save Our Sea Turtles (SOS) Tobago, as part of SOS’s annual turtle census initiative, implemented in collaboration with the Tobago House of Assembly Departme
There’s a new chef in town and he’s wasting no time in turning up the heat and stirring things up in the kitchen. Francisco Paiva has, for the past two months, been holding down the fort at the Chaconia Inn Hotel, Maraval, as the restaurant’s top ch
Rick’s Cafe
Jamaica has a unique combination of adventurous activities, breathtaking locales and the most exceptional spirit in the world, perfect for spring breakers. Plan for these top Spring Break experiences on your next trip to Jamaica during th
For just a few precious seconds, Prince Harry could say that he was the world’s fastest man. Shortly after 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday morning, the prince squared off against 25-year-old Olympic champion Usain Bolt in a staged race to see who was truly the
Jamaica is as well known for its vibrant culture as it is for it’s seductive natural beauty. The island’s many genres of music have influenced countless people around the world who strongly identify with its varied messages. As Jamaica’s 2012 Reggae
Fayad Wazim Ali, whose math teaching mastery has led to more than 1,000 of his students at Naparima Boys’ College winning scholarships.
Fayad Wazim Ali’s success as a Math teacher is all owed to his mother. “I would remember a lot about how my mother
GEORGETOWN, Guyana, Monday February 27, 2012 – Guyana’s fishing industry is paving the way for that country to achieve its Millennium Development Goals of feeding its people at international standards.
Agriculture minister, Dr. Leslie Ramsammy said
Sly and Robbie
As Jamaica celebrates Reggae Month and remembers the birth of reggae music legend Bob Marley, this week’s post will focus on the notable Jamaican musicians that have shaped the culture and history of Jamaican music.
Marjorie Whylie
Ja
Twenty-year-old Izia “Jap” Lindsay is a master at grafitti and airbrushing.
Izia “Jap” Lindsay is a young artist who knows no boundaries. He simply wants the world to see and feel his work and he’ll stop at nothing to ensure of it. In his mind are i
Jamaica is one of the most sought after romantic destinations in the world, let alone The Caribbean. Whether old or young, eccentric or laid back, couples from across the globe travel to the island’s shores to experience its seductive charm. When you
GEORGETOWN, Guyana (GINA) -- The way has been cleared for the Canadian oil exploration company, CGX to commence drilling one of two wells in the Guyana offshore concession with the arrival on Sunday of the Ocean Saratoga, a semi-submersible drilling
By Chris Sweeney: The Miami New Times
On December 8, 2009, reggae singer Buju Banton slipped on his swim trunks, pulled a pair of jeans over them, and, along with two friends — a female companion and his longtime driver and pal, Ian Thomas — jumped i
"I like to paint wildlife and people. I like the colours of certain animals and I enjoy painting the different shades of people’s skin because there are so many hidden colours in them”
Anita Cedeno is proving to be one of Trinidad and Tobago’s most p
In Jamaica this year Safer Sex Week will be observed between Sunday, February 12 – 18, 2012.
The national events takes place at the Sinclair’s Bargain Centre, Linstead Town in St. Catherine Jamaica..
You are all welcome to participate and invite member
PORT-OF-SPAIN, Trinidad, Friday February 3, 2012 – The Trinidad Carnival has been described as “big business” which now has a total allocation of $96.5 million to be spent.
Yesterday the Trinidad Cabinet approved a supplemental $53 million for the ev
eliteBUZZ Magazine – Jamaica: The Caribbean witnessed the show of a lifetime, when International Superstar Celine Dion rocked the 16th Annual Jamaica Jazz and Blues Festival in Trelawny Jamaica. The Diva left no stones un-turned as she wowed the thou
