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Make-up artist and entrepreneur Davene Jonas stylishly tops off her all-black look with a colourful headscarf and neon shades.
September 9, 2026

Something Extra | Tuesday

Grammy-winning reggae artiste Koffee gave fans a first taste of her latest musical offering with the launch of her new single, Ova So, last Friday at Wickie Wackie Beach in Bull Bay. The fourth single…
Rhona Morgan-Burchenson, legal and compliance director at J. Wray and Nephew, unwinds from her workday with a refreshing Aperol Spritz.
September 8, 2026

Something Extra | Monday

Thursday was a truly buona notte, or good night, for the ambassador of Italy to the United States of America, Marco Peronaci, who received the warmest welcome during a private cocktail reception held…
A hidden villa sits beautifully at the water’s edge.
September 6, 2026

Dream House | A beachfront retreat in Sandy Bay

If you’ve ever dreamed of living by the sea, a hidden coastal home like this one offers a tranquil escape. Located in quiet Sandy Bay, in northwestern Jamaica, some 13 miles outside of Montego Bay,…
Dr Alicia Swaby Spencer embraces the spirit of Jamaica as she models a vibrant Jamaica-inspired creation during the 2026 Mrs Jamaica Universe coronation.
September 7, 2026

Mrs Jamaica Universe Dr Alicia Swaby Spencer living life to the fullest

At 5:30 every morning, Dr Alicia Swaby Spencer’s day is already underway. By 7 a.m., she is at work, and some days will not end until long after the sun has gone down. When she is on call, she may…
Emporio Armani global fragrance ambassador Kendall Jenner goes for gold in a vintage 1995 Giorgio Armani gown.
September 5, 2026

Something Extra | Saturday

The star-studded arrivals at the 83rd Venice International Film Festival in Venice, Italy, continue, with celebrities attending the red-carpet presentations of Wild Horse Nine, The Basics of…
All set to start her first year at the University of Technology, Chritine-Ameila Seville receives a kiss from her proud father, Christopher Seville, a teacher’s aide at the Jamaica Association for the Deaf. The younger Seville was a recipient of the JPS
September 6, 2026

GoodHeart |Chritine-Amelia Seville’s engineering dream takes flight

Tuition expenses will not be a concern for Chritine-Amelia Seville when she begins university this month. The University of Technology, Jamaica (UTech)-bound student is among five recipients of the…
Veronica Richards-Whittaker beams with pride, following her first place win at the 2026 National Senior Spelling Bee Champion held on Thursday.
September 6, 2026 by Yasmine Peru

GoodHeart | Senior Spelling Bee champion gets every word right

On Thursday, Veronica Richards-Whittaker entered the ballroom of The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in New Kingston with one goal, to become the 2026 National Senior Spelling Bee Champion and take the trophy…
Dr Bethune heads to an Owambe in Lagos. ‘Owambe’ is a Yoruba term commonly used for a large, elaborate celebration.
September 4, 2026 by Krysta Anderson

Jamaican in Lagos: Dr Anna Bethune’s journey across continents

Dr Anna Bethune was living in Chicago, Illinois, completing her doctorate at Northwestern University, when she realised it was time for a change. The Jamaican seized an opportunity that would…
Jury president Maggie Gyllenhaal arrives in Celine for the festival’s red-carpet affair.
September 4, 2026

Something Extra | Friday

The 83rd Venice Film Festival in Venice, Italy, kicked off with stars gracing the red carpet in fine style as Danny Boyle’s Ink opened 11 days of screenings, premieres and awards. Hollywood star…