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Published:Monday | January 4, 2016 | 12:00 AM

They say no other nation parties like Jamaicans. Morning, noon or night, there is always a party in full swing. What better way to start 2016 than with some good party vibes? Enjoy today's highlights from the Sunrise Breakfast Party!

Published:Monday | January 4, 2016 | 11:59 AM

Illegal firecrackersin the country1 There is a rumour that firecrackers are illegal in Jamaica. But these flaming nuisances were everywhere this holiday season, and in many of our better neighbourhoods, too, so how did they escape Customs?'Jamaica's...

Published:Sunday | January 3, 2016 | 2:26 PM

We started 2016 the same way we ended 2015 - partying like there's no tomorrow. We start the week with those partying up a storm on New Year's Day at the Appleton Estate Sunrise Breakfast Party. And, of course, many answered the challenge of Shaggy...

Published:Thursday | December 31, 2015 | 12:00 AM

The lawns of the Caymanas Estate in St Catherine came alive last Saturday night with Appleton Estate and Blue Sky 1's staging of Utopia Coconut Grove. A must on the social calendars of many, the event did not disappoint.Dressed to the nines in an...

Published:Thursday | December 31, 2015 | 12:00 AM

On December 23, the grounds of the Best Care Children's Home (run by the Best Care Foundation), located on Trevennion Road, were transformed into a virtual excitement zone for Saint International's second annual Christmas treat for the disabled...

Published:Thursday | December 31, 2015 | 12:00 AM

Happy New Year, everyone! Welcome to 2016. Today, we bring you highlights of the parties that headed up the end of 2015.

Published:Wednesday | December 30, 2015 | 12:00 AM

As we say good bye to 2015, we look forward to the events that closed off the year. Happy New Year and see you in 2016 as we continue to bring you Something Extra.

Published:Tuesday | December 29, 2015 | 12:00 AM

As the season to eat, drink and be merry continues, we kick-off hump day with highlights from the first staging of Appleton Estate and Blue Sky Utopia Coconut Grove held at Caymanas Estate in St Catherine on Boxing Day.

Published:Monday | December 28, 2015 | 12:00 AM

It was the night before Christmas and the hills came alive with Pulse Investment's annual Christmas Eve party at Ipanema Villa Ronai, Old Stony Hill Road. And we continue to bring you highlights from the premiere of what is, so far, the hottest movie...

Published:Monday | December 28, 2015 | 12:00 AM

There are some very interesting developments in St Ann. Those in the know say excellent police work is bound to yield good results, which may include the nabbing of one who was hitherto known as 'Mr. Untouchable'....

Published:Sunday | December 27, 2015 | 12:00 AM

Carib 5 was the galaxy for Jamaica National's private viewing of the seventh episode of the film Star Wars: The Force Awakens. A few stuck to the themed dress code while some were disappointing to say the least. Today's daily dose of EXTRA takes...

Published:Wednesday | December 23, 2015 | 12:00 AM

Tis the season to be jolly and these partygoers look fab as the Daydream in Cabanas. Happy holidays, here is your daily dose of EXTRA! 

Published:Tuesday | December 22, 2015 | 12:00 AM

Downsound Records has a new home along Belmont Road, and what better way to celebrate than with friends at a soiree?! Held last Thursday, the music moguls brought out the A-listers to enjoy their new space. Here is your daily dose of EXTRA and then...

Published:Friday | December 18, 2015 | 12:00 AM

The countdown to the big day now begins in earnest and so has the merriment. Whether it's saying 'thank you' to clients or opening what is set to be the hottest new boutique in town, it all contributes to making this the most wonderful time of the...

Published:Thursday | December 17, 2015 | 12:00 AM

All good things must come to an end, but as we say farewell to another week, we can all say TGIF! Have a wonderful weekend!

Published:Thursday | December 17, 2015 | 12:00 AM

Mercedes-Benz Jamaica hosted a private viewing of the 2016 Mercedez Benz GLE 450 AMG Coupe on Tuesday inside their Silver Star Motors Showroom at 51 South Camp Road. Here are the highlights.

Published:Tuesday | December 15, 2015 | 12:00 AM

On a cool Monday evening, fellow diplomats and friends turned up at the residence of Argentina's ambassador to Jamaica, Ariel Fernandez, to bid farewell to South African Ambassador Mathu Joyini.Monday night was all about her, and Joyini was greeted...

Published:Wednesday | December 16, 2015 | 12:00 AM

WESTERN BUREAU:There was no shortage of laughter when outgoing president of the Court of Appeal, Justice Seymour Panton, took to the podium during his retirement luncheon at the Grand Palladium hotel in Lucea, Hanover, last Friday.The wisecracks...

Published:Wednesday | December 16, 2015 | 12:00 AM

The celebration of the Mexican fiesta tradition, La Posada, took over the Cherry Gardens residence of Mexican ambassador to Jamaica, Cecilia Jaber, on Tuesday.The quick drizzle did not damper the formalities or prevent guests from joining in for the...

Published:Thursday | December 17, 2015 | 12:00 AM

WESTERN BUREAU:Wedding and Honeymoon Travel's Sharon Little, Fox Travel's Donna Daniels, Travel by Nelson's Bev Silverness, Shinetravel.ca's Pauline Blacoe and Travel Only's Jennifer Borgh were the top performers at the Jamaica Tourist Board's One...

Published:Thursday | December 17, 2015 | 12:00 AM

Members of corporate Jamaica were last week fêted during the annual AMCHAM Christmas luncheon at the Terra Nova All Suite Hotel.As part of the Chambers' annual Christmas celebration, the luncheon was hosted by President Ron McKay and newly installed...

Published:Wednesday | December 16, 2015 | 12:00 AM

Some are already experiencing a white Christmas in the tropics as the Jamaica Travel Specialist Rewards ceremony was an all-white affair at the Hyatt Ziva and Hyatt Zilara in Montego Bay, St James, on Monday night. And in the capital, Gary Sadler...

Published:Tuesday | December 15, 2015 | 12:00 AM

Love is in the air and hump day has never been so good. Today, we bring you highlights from another nuptial along with all the partying that accompany this time of the year. Enjoy!

Published:Monday | December 14, 2015 | 12:00 AM

It's the most wonderful time of the year, and happiness abounds. Love enveloped out west all weekend for the tres elegant four-day affair that was the wedding of Vishal Vaswani and Jaya Ramchandani in Montego Bay. Enjoy!

Published:Monday | December 14, 2015 | 11:40 AM

1. It's waiver time once again. Yes, Christmas is the season for making that extra dollar, and people with savvy know how to secure permits to bring into the country all manner of produce and products. This year, some eagle-eyed persons are watching...

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