Groups come to the fore with a return to roots-reggae sound
Mel Cooke, Gleaner Writer
For about 20 years, from the mid-1980s to the latter part of the first decade of the new millennium, it seemed that as a significant musical force, the self-conta
Vindra Amar is well groomed, her skin flawless, hair, makeup, clothes and jewellery elegantly understated. This businesswoman, attorney and notary public is also co-owner of Brava International, producers of local Twist juices, with her husband, Raw
Congratulations to the opposition party (PNP) who won a resounding victory in the general elections. From all indications the day went well without violence. The hope is that Jamaica can now put the partisan bickering aside and work to build the cou
Some people will tell you, that with carnival occurring early next year, they are looking for a complete body makeover. But are there different parts on both sexes that stand out, and where the work is most needed? The answer is yes! Unfortunately f
HAVANA, Cuba (South Journal) -- Economic and judicial issues will be at the centre of debates during the second and last ordinary session this year of the Cuban Parliament, scheduled to take place December 23, official media reported on Wednesday.
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We are looking forward to a great 2012 and we thank you all for your continued support.
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Hollywood actor Will Smith made a special appearance at the band costume launch of Trinidadian designer Anya Ayoung Chee, winner of Project Runway. Anya launched her sexy costumes for a specially designed section of the popular Trinidad band `Tribe.
Life experiences are meant to be shared as lessons. Sometimes they help prevent pain or bring untold joy. For local poet, Franchot P Moore Snr, life experiences are the windows to his soul which, he openly and willingly bares through his poems. Thes
Nestled in a little alcove at the Normandie Hotel in St Ann’s lies the Carnival Institute of Trinidad and Tobago. It’s where Video Producer and Graphic Designer Mary-Ann Brailey is part of a team of five, comprising Kwynn Johnson (Research Officer),
Awarding winning journalist Maia Chung and BESS 100 FM’s Andrew Pryce BFFs for years, have decided to take their favorite dancehall show STING by storm for 2011.
With Andrew’s growing and successful show E-mix at BESS 100 FM, the two dancehall music
Aside from its legendary beaches, stunning vistas, vibrant nightlife and wide array of delectable delights Jamaica is also celebrated for its rich culture. The island has numerous repositories of artistic treasures that display everything from exube
Reggae superstar Shaggy has earned his fifth Grammy nomination for Best Reggae Album for Summer In Kingston. The 54th Annual Awards will be given out on Sunday, February 12 at 8 p.m. on CBS.
Summer In Kingston hit the streets in July 2011 and both th
Junior Warner, popularly known as “D Juiceman”, has made his mark as a Port of Spain phenomenon through his business of selling exotic juices. The 51-year-old operates the family business just opposite the National Academy of the Performing Arts (NA
Managing Director of the Maia Chung Autism and Disabilities Foundation, Maia Chung-Smith, addresses the launch of her organisation’s Autism Splash event on November 7 at Emancipation Park in Kingston.
Families affected by autism will, over the next t
It is my great honor this evening to participate in this August occasion; that of your recognition of the outstanding performance of the Farmers from Coleyville.
I wish to extend hearty congratulations to those farmers that will be recognized this
The World Bank has approved US$255 million for a new 12-month reconstruction strategy for Haiti.
The funds would be utilised next year to support the return of 22,500 people to safe housing, improve neighborhoods, finance tuition for 100,000 children
Meet three young women - Lisa, Nicole and Lynda Tilluckdharry - sisters, physicians and graduates of Naparima Girls’ High School. They unanimously say, “It is not about what we have achieved but more about where we started.”
For them, the legacy of
Former prime minister and president Arthur NR Robinson is the first recipient of Tobago’s highest award— the Tobago Medal of Honour. Tobago House of Assembly (THA) Presiding Officer, Ann Mitchell-Gift, presented the award to Robinson, the first chai
One of the reasons slaves were separated from common tribes at the time of their capture and shipment to various colonies was to cut any form of communication among them to ensure no plan of escape or revolt would take place. Slaves were not allowed
