Art & Leisure

“You remember the Godfather? What do you have to lose?” Those were the questions Kingsley asked a few years ago when I was dithering about an application. Our sister Carolyn had called him in as reinforcement when she thought I was passing up an...

Hosay, or Asura, is more than just a festival; it’s a living testament to the enduring spirit of the Caribbean. Rooted in the heart of the Indo-Caribbean experience, this vibrant celebration has evolved into a cultural touchstone that unites people...

CENICIENTA Para D.G. Pasó la media noche y no escuché la carroza de la Cenicienta. Afuera, nada. Salí a buscar las estrellas y solo vi el resplandor de tu Luna nueva. En el camino había un rastro de polvo naranja ¿El...

Comfrey, or Blackwort as it is sometimes called, is a plant with a long and fascinating history. Originating in Poland, it has spread across the globe, finding a place in traditional medicine throughout the world. Here in Jamaica, especially in...

A Book Review by Frank Bajak His talents in full flower and basking in public admiration, gonzo journalist and inveterate anti-establishment troublemaker Barrett Brown is jailed in his native Texas on various federal felony charges. It is 2013,...

In the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl, I wandered through the streets of a devastated neighbourhood, marvelling at the destructive power of nature. Despite the chaos and destruction, I noticed a few houses that stood out among the wreckage. Their...

We all understand the three aspects of time: present, past, and future. Despite this, time exists only in the present in the real world. No matter how hard you try, you can never have more than one moment at a time. Once a moment has passed, it is...

ULAANBAATAR (AP) A towering statue of Genghis Khan dominates the landscape of rolling plains and endless skies outside Mongolia’s capital, Ulaanbaatar. The leader of the Mongols founded an empire in the early 13th century that expanded under his...

“Powww!! This was the only sound I could recall — the one that broke the silence of that dreadful night. Although the sound could easily be mistaken for that of a vehicle wheel being blown out, I instantly knew it was the impact of a gunshot, and I...

A short story by Dudley McLean II The sky over downtown Kingston was a bruised purple as Hurricane Beryl, a roaring category 4 storm, approached. The Carnation Market bustled with an undercurrent of urgent chatter, but the vendors refused to...

We all experienced Hurricane Beryl, feeling its impact across the island, some more severely than others. Now that it has moved on, it’s time to reflect. Metaphorically speaking, did we learn anything from this hurricane? Life presents us with...

Have a great day! And that great day might just begin with a cup of Jamaican bissy tea. Bissy, known as kola nut, is a deeply rooted tradition in Jamaican households, passed down through generations. Its journey began in Africa, arriving in Jamaica...