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Published:Thursday | August 22, 2024 | 12:08 AMKenrick Morgan/Gleaner Writer

As Season 20 of the popular competition, Digicel Rising Stars, continues to march on, the quality of the talent in this year’s cohort cannot be denied. However, it’s going to take more than raw talent to win them the top prize. Our news team...

Published:Wednesday | August 21, 2024 | 12:11 AM

A sweeping family adventure inspired by a true story, My Penguin Friend is a triumphant tale of friendship between a lonely father and a little lost penguin who recharges his spirit and heals his family with an unshakable, ocean-crossing loyalty...

Published:Wednesday | August 21, 2024 | 12:10 AM

On his recent visit to Jamaica, rapper-turned-politician, Moses Michael Levi Barrow, provided insights into the political landscape of Belize. Currently serving as the country’s Leader of Opposition, Barrow believes that the role of the state is...

Published:Wednesday | August 21, 2024 | 12:09 AM

Marlo Thomas has paid a glowing tribute to her late husband Phil Donahue. The legendary talk-show host died on Sunday, aged 88, following a long illness, and Marlo, his wife of 44 years, has taken to social media to thank fans for their support....

Published:Wednesday | August 21, 2024 | 12:07 AM

Buju Banton, the legendary Grammy award winning reggae artiste, is all set to kick off his highly anticipated Overcomer US Tour this Friday at the prestigious Amerant Bank Arena in Fort Lauderdale. The concert will also feature the soulful melodies...

Published:Tuesday | August 20, 2024 | 6:28 PM

LOS ANGELES (AP) — After a relationship that spanned two decades, two engagements, two weddings and headlines too numerous to count, Jennifer Lopez has filed for divorce from Ben Affleck. The filing Tuesday in Los Angeles Superior Court...

Published:Tuesday | August 20, 2024 | 12:08 AMYasmine Peru/Senior Gleaner Writer

As a young musician, Dean Fraser had one musical dream, and reflecting on it decades later, the renowned saxophonist can only smile the smile of the grateful, having achieved that dream on repeat throughout the decades while also amassing a...

Published:Monday | August 19, 2024 | 9:36 AM

AP: Phil Donahue, whose pioneering daytime talk show launched an indelible television genre that brought success to Oprah Winfrey, Montel Williams, Ellen DeGeneres and many others, has died. He was 88. NBC's Today show, citing family members,...

Published:Monday | August 19, 2024 | 12:08 AM

When harmony band, The Travellers, first approached Prince Jammy in the ‘70s, they only had a small repertoire of songs, so Jammy asked them to “just sing, create something on the spot”. “And it was good, so I decided to record the album,” Prince...

Published:Monday | August 19, 2024 | 12:08 AM

AP: Alien: Romulus, the latest instalment in the 45-year-old franchise, opened in first place at the North American box office. The 20th Century Studios release earned an estimated $41.5 million in its first weekend, where it was playing in 3,885...

Published:Monday | August 19, 2024 | 12:08 AM

Award-winning actor, comedian and former child star Christopher ‘Johnny’ Daley, whose upcoming slate of projects includes multiple live performances locally and overseas, as well as a featured role in a television series co-produced by HBO and the...

Published:Monday | August 19, 2024 | 12:07 AMDave Rodney/Gleaner Writer

Labour Day Weekend in the United States, which falls just before the first Monday in September, is the biggest party season for Caribbean Americans. More than one million people watch the Caribbean floats each year, and the entertainment spotlight...

Published:Monday | August 19, 2024 | 12:07 AM

A seamless execution, enthusiastic patrons and a strong sponsor system all combined to play a pivotal role in the success of the 15th anniversary celebrations of Dream Wknd. Held August 2-6 along Norman Manley Boulevard in Negril, the event...

Published:Sunday | August 18, 2024 | 12:12 AMJ.T. Davy and Kenrick Morgan - Gleaner Writers

Throughout Jamaica’s rich history in the performing arts, only a handful of thespians have defied all obstacles to become household names engraved in the minds of Jamaicans of all ages. It is among this cohort that Ronald Goshop stands proudly...

Published:Sunday | August 18, 2024 | 12:07 AMJ. T. Davy - Gleaner Writer

August 22 marks the 60th anniversary of the birth of legendary Jamaican dancer, choreographer, artiste, and fashion icon Bogle. True to his words, his legacy is still “runnin’ di place”. Bogle, christened Gerald Levy, was born in 1964. Hailing from...

Published:Saturday | August 17, 2024 | 12:07 AM

NEW YORK (AP): Eugene Levy and Dan Levy will make history at the Emmy Awards next month as the first-ever father and son co-hosts. “We are thrilled to welcome two generations of comedy genius to the Emmy’s stage as hosts,” said Television Academy...

Published:Saturday | August 17, 2024 | 12:07 AM

Grace Foods, organisers of the Grace Food Festival set for Saturday, August 24, promise an exciting day filled with tantalising cuisine and energetic performances by some of Jamaica’s celebrated artistes. “There will be something for everyone at...

Published:Saturday | August 17, 2024 | 12:06 AMKenrick Morgan/Gleaner Writer

From 1994 until 2015, Jamaicans of all ages welcomed a colourful set of characters who brought drama, love, deception, and politics into their homes on Sunday nights. During this time, these characters – portrayed by the cast of CVM TV’s Royal Palm...

Published:Friday | August 16, 2024 | 9:12 AM

NEW YORK (AP): Tinashe refuses to retreat from the unknowns of life – or the music industry – but instead, embraces them. That’s what makes the success of her cheeky, innuendo-filled hit, Nasty. “You never really know when that’s going to happen....

Published:Friday | August 16, 2024 | 12:06 AMRollesha Laing/ Assistant Lifestyle and Entertainment Editor

Known for his songs of liberation, unity, marijuana, and Rastafarian roots, reggae artiste Lutan Fyah, born Anthony Martin, has made his mark both locally and internationally. Hailing from Spanish Town, St Catherine, Lutan Fyah – sometimes called ‘...

Published:Thursday | August 15, 2024 | 7:51 PM

Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport Olivia Grange is expressing regret at the passing of actor Ronald Goshop. The veteran educator and actor was reportedly found unresponsive at his home on Wednesday morning. Goshop notably...

Published:Thursday | August 15, 2024 | 1:18 PM

LOS ANGELES (AP) — A prosecutor says five people have been charged in connection with Matthew Perry's death from a ketamine overdose last year, including the actor's assistant and two doctors. US Attorney Martin Estrada announced the...

Published:Thursday | August 15, 2024 | 12:09 AMDamian Levy/Gleaner Writer

Borderlands is a beloved franchise with a violent, colourful world that puts players into the mix as they dive into the chaos, dishing out incredible mayhem.The games are funny, and epic, so it only makes sense that they be the subject of the...

Published:Thursday | August 15, 2024 | 12:07 AMAnthony Turner/Gleaner Writer

For the 13 years that he was convicted for the murder of Clive ‘Lizard’ Williams, 48 year-old, self-proclaimed King of dancehall, Adidja ‘Vybz Kartel’, ruled the charts with a plethora of hit songs. His impact on society, however, was more than...

Published:Wednesday | August 14, 2024 | 9:55 PMKenrick Morgan/Gleaner Writer -

Veteran educator and actor Ronald Goshop has died. Goshop gained fame in the early '90s for the character ‘Mackie’ on the hit TV show Royal Palm Estate. He also notably appeared in The Mighty Quinn. The actor was reportedly found unresponsive...

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