In the rapidly evolving world of technology, networking is not merely a trendy term but a crucial skill that opens doors to numerous opportunities. For women in the tech field, mastering this skill is vital for both personal and professional...
As colder weather sets in and signals the arrival of fall in colder countries, Tomiwa, the up-and-coming supermodel from SAINT International based in Paris, is ready to embrace the dropping temperatures with style. The Nigerian-born star is...
During breakfast, Charmaine Bailey was in her office at Couples Tower Isle. Bumping into her on the way to dinner, approaching 8 p.m., she was busy fluffing cushions in colourful lounge chairs outside the piano bar, as though she was at home in her...
The Soroptimist International Club of Jamaica (Kingston) has named co-founder and executive director of Kingston Creative, Andrea Dempster Chung, as the 2023 recipient of its annual Stella Gregory Award. The award is presented annually to an...
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Like any art form, architectural beauty is very subjective, as we see and appreciate creative expressions differently. Even architects are known to criticise or praise each other’s work, as they themselves reveal their own emotional responses. The...
The JMMB Group recently celebrated its 31st anniversary and milestones, at the Jamaica College auditorium with team members from across the island, both in-person and online. The event lifted the spirits of attendees with a lively praise and...
Local beauty brand Le Champ Cosmetics transformed Press Cafe, located at 76 Red Hills Road, into an opulent oasis on Monday night. Specially invited guests, dressed in all-white attire, perfectly matched the space’s design. The brand’s creator and...
Toni-Ann McKenzie has had an affinity for history for as long as she can remember. While studying at Merl Grove High School in St. Andrew, McKenzie’s love for history evolved into a curiosity about travel. “It started with my love for history in...
When a new season begins in the global fashion industry, it’s highly probable that a SAINT International model will be chosen as the featured face for a major brand, a label’s new campaign or collection. Three SAINT male models, Brad Allen, Romaine...
Hope Gardens was the place to be last Friday night, thanks to JA Food and Drink Kitchen’s Picante event. Marking night two of the festivities, foodies both near and far gathered to enjoy the finest creations from local and international chefs....
The beauty, the majesty, the magic and the moment! It was the curtain-raiser that so many had been waiting for. In true carnival fashion, soca lovers gathered at the National Indoor Sports Centre for the highly anticipated showstopper, which...
The phrase, ‘Mentally, I’m here’ is a line that resonates in people’s minds and hearts both locally and internationally. Alicia Edwards is a firm believer in the importance of mental health for our overall well-being, and she has created a journal...
When Terry-Ann and Paul first met on a work programme in Florida, she quickly became the apple of his eye. A strong, undeniable connection caught his interest. However, when they crossed paths again on the job, with her now in a managerial position...
Sharon Gordon, a multi-talented journalist, cultural icon, actress, and film producer, recently celebrated her 61st birthday with friends and family at the Suite Metuchen in New Jersey, USA. The community activist, known for her love of the...
The second annual Business and Personal Etiquette Conference held at The Jamaica Pegasus last Wednesday, saw attendees stepping into the realm of professional mastery with grace and style. Something Extra brings you the highlights.
Steve Glass, an American, sold plumbing materials for a living, but he also had another vocation, which was to be an underwater treasure hunter. He was obsessed with solving the mystery of finding hidden fortunes long lost at sea! Glass erected...
Lights, camera, fashion! Suga Lifestyle recently hosted its annual Tailored Jamaican fashion expo at the Negril Suite of The Jamaica Pegasus hotel. Scores of style-lovers came out to support the event, which featured a corporate-fit themed fashion...
For Maya Burrows, creativity ran through her veins even before she entered the world. Born in the United Kingdom to a Bajan father and Jamaican mother, Burrows is now making her way as a designer. “I’ve always been creative. From I was young, I’ve...
It is said that nothing provides more comfort or solace than gardening. Debbie Hall knew from early that she had a pure love for plants. But it wasn’t until the global pandemic three years ago that she discovered her green thumb. Today, as a...
The Jamaican Association of Co-operative Credit Union Managers (JACCUM) hosted its annual banquet at The Jamaica Pegasus last Saturday. In line with the theme, ‘Moonlight Serenade’, elegantly dressed guests gathered to celebrate the remarkable...
Circa 2005, Stacey Griffiths* faced an unexpected romantic dilemma. With a fiancé creating distance overseas, she became entangled with a lover right next door. Considering the convenience of the latter, Griffiths chose what she believed was the...
A vibrant array of pink shades painted the streets of Kingston on Sunday in support of the Insurance Company of the West Indies (ICWI) Pink Run 2023. In a spirited display of support for the fight against breast cancer, participants of all ages...
It’s not every day that you’ll find a romantic partner in a childhood friend, but that’s the beautiful love story of Jevaughn Crooks and Laffaine Lowe. Both hail from the Richmond community in Hanover and shared the same primary school in Lucea....
The ballroom of Manhattan’s prestigious Plaza Hotel was filled to capacity as enthusiastic donors and supporters gathered for the 41st staging of the Hummingbird Gala and After Party Soirée hosted by American Friends of Jamaica (AFJ) last Friday....
