Lifestyle

The pool, which features waterfalls, is bordered by river stones.
February 8, 2026

Dream House | Inside an off-grid paradise in Portland

This story begins with 63-year-old Alexander Lewars, born and raised in Britain to Jamaican immigrant parents. Choosing a path less travelled, he pursued a career as a cabinetmaker rather than…
Gloria Saunders (left) and Clara Brown brought double the fun in coordinated black.
February 7, 2026

Something Extra | Saturday

The Kingston Freeport Terminal Limited team came through in full throwback for their ‘Dem Time De!’ 10th-anniversary staff party. Last Saturday at Caymanas Golf Club, staff and guests jammed to ‘90s…
Afiya Birch-Gentles (second left) poses with a few students from Bridgeport High School (from left) Kaycia Harriott, Dejanique Campbell, and Jayda Campbell, during the project launch of Beauty Beyond Brushes held last Friday at the Portmore City Municipali
February 7, 2026 by Krysta Anderson

GoodHeart | Afiya Birch-Gentles takes Beauty Beyond Brushes

For Afiya Birch-Gentles, confidence starts with the right foundation. Inspired by her reign in pageantry, this self-taught make-up artist has chosen to share her passion with the younger generation…
TikTok Creator Manawe Simpson smiles with his gift basket from Malta.
February 7, 2026

GoodHeart | TikTok creator turns everyday moments into impact

Popular TikTok creator Manawe Simpson, known online as JD, has built a loyal following by sharing authentic moments of fatherhood, family life and everyday realities. Beyond the videos and viral…
Miss Jamaica Festival Queen 2025 Brithney Clarke, making her main address at the launch of her national project, Read. Speak. Lead. on January 27.
February 7, 2026

Festival Queen Brithney Clarke launches literacy project

At a time when many young people struggle to be heard, Miss Jamaica Festival Queen 2025 Brithney Clarke is championing literacy as a pathway to voice and leadership through the launch of her ‘Read.…
From abstract pieces to portraiture, Kristina Rowe feels blessed to being doing what she loves.
February 6, 2026 by Krysta Anderson

Local creative gives front ‘Rowe’ seat to her art

Art is a unique medium for expressing truth and reality, and for Kristina M. Rowe, it came naturally from a young age. By the time she entered school, she was already on the path to a creative career.…
Chevell Powell, celebrity make-up artist, rocks a sleek two-piece set from local boutique Chik N Trende.
February 6, 2026

Something Extra | Friday

It’s official! TGI Fridays has opened its doors in the Sunshine City, ending months of anticipation for those who watched it come together over the past few months. Ahead of the grand ribbon-cutting,…
It was an evening of good vibes, great energy, and genuine connection as Mark McKenzie (right), SME relationship manager, JMMB Bank; Earl McDonald of VL BPO Limited, and Jordan Wright (left) of SJOJ Limited, enjoy a game of Ludo.
February 6, 2026

JMMB celebrates men’s wellness and purpose

The JMMB Group recently hosted its Men of Legacy: Reason and Lyme event, a relaxed evening designed to create space for honest reasoning, meaningful connection, and overall well-being for men in…
Stylish in red, worship leader Kayann Ledford pairs a jumpsuit with a coat and tie.
February 5, 2026

Something Extra |Thursday

Embracing the call to ‘Elevate’, women from across the business, faith, and wellness sectors gathered at The Jamaica Pegasus last Saturday for the fifth staging of the Woman Ignite Success Summit…