Lifestyle

Right: Danice Wray blooms in playful, flirty florals.
January 3, 2026

Something Extra |Saturday

Sun-soaked and stylish, Sunrise Day Soirée kicked off 2026 in Kingston. Held on New Year’s morning at Campion College, the open-air fête offered a bright, high-energy start, drawing early risers ready…
Laughter is the best medicine, and patrons at the Christmas Comedy Cook-Up on Boxing Day got their dose.
January 3, 2026 by Nicola Cunningham

GoodHeart | Laughter for Recovery promises help and hope

Laughter has been credited with many positives, from being good medicine for the soul to significantly slowing down the ageing process. Laughter has now been ascribed the honour of helping people…
Carrie Davis, English Language teacher at Vere Technical High School, poses with her brand-new 2025 Toyota RAV4 during the official handover ceremony held on December 23, 2025, at Toyota Jamaica.
January 3, 2026

GoodHeart | A teacher’s Christmas wish comes true

For years, English language teacher Carrie Davis has devoted herself to shaping young minds at Vere Technical High School, often juggling long days, professional ambitions, and family…
Nickeria Smickle (second right), managing director, A-List Marketing & Entertainment Group and Fiona Tate (left), manager at Women’s Centre of Jamaica Foundation, Savanna-la-Mar, poses with members of the Joy to the West initiative during their stop at t
January 3, 2026

GoodHeart |A-List Marketing brings Joy to the West

In the spirit of compassion, resilience, and community, A-List Marketing & Entertainment Group journeyed to Savanna-la-Mar, Westmoreland, to bring relief, hope, and Christmas cheer to families and…
High energy meets Caribbean rhythm as Shani McGraham-Shirley leads one of her Caribbean Fit Fiyah Soca sessions.
January 2, 2026

Shani McGraham-Shirley’s holistic approach to wellness

From the bright lights of the Miss Universe Jamaica stage to the energetic pulse of her Caribbean Fit Fiyah Soca workouts, Shani McGraham-Shirley has always been a woman on a mission. However, her…
Fireworks light up the sky in Black River, St Elizabeth.
January 2, 2026

Leaving it in 2025

For many, celebrating the new year means making way for new beginnings and endless possibilities. But, in order to move forward, one must be able to examine the actions of the past. Living asked a few…
Strictly 2K honouree Desmond ‘Charly Black’ Mendez pauses for a photo during the festivities.
January 2, 2026

Something Extra | Friday

Dancehall trailblazers were front and centre at the ninth staging of the Strictly 2K Throwback Music Festival, where dancehall artiste Charly Black, sound system Coppershot Sound, and veteran dancer…
George Clooney kisses the hand of his wife Amal while posing for photographers on the red carpet for the film ‘Jay Kelly’ during the 82nd edition of the Venice Film Festival in Venice, Italy, in August, 2025.
January 2, 2026

French government defends granting citizenship to George and Amal Clooney

PARIS (AP): Actor George Clooney and his wife Amal Clooney were granted French citizenship because “they contribute, through their distinguished actions, to France’s international influence and…
Small lifestyle changes can get you on the right path for 2026.
January 2, 2026

A simpler approach to health and wellness in 2026

AP: The new year often inspires a fresh start, with many people committing to healthier habits and improved wellness. But even the best intentions can quickly feel overwhelming, as a flood of advice…