Dress to Empress - 10 best looks
Empress is known as the multi-skilled darling of media. Whether it is radio, television or hosting one of Jamaica's favourite dancehall talent contests, she is always involved in some aspect of entertainment...
Primrose Swaby is all about commitment
Primrose Swaby knows what it means to be committed. With four shih-tzu dogs to care for, and being the mother of two, with 28 years of teaching and 32 years of marriage under her belt, the coach of this year's winner of The Gleaner's Children's Own Spelling Bee competition...
Camille Bell-Hutchinson shines in a man's world
Playing with the big boys was never a daunting task for Dr Camille Bell-Hutchinson, campus registrar for the University of the West Indies (UWI). Having six older brothers and being the only girl, it was normal. So professionally, it seemed only natural that she would rise...
High-profile spanking
It has happened again. Another high-profile alleged beating of a woman is making the international rounds. This time it involves the pop singer Rhianna in an incident that seemed to have prevented her from performing at the recent Grammy Awards ceremony.
Love your heart
February is also observed as Hearth Month. Heart disease is any problem affecting the heart or vessels in the heart. These complications can lead to a stroke and/or heart attack, which may be fatal. In the United States, one in every four die of heart disease.
Fibroid awareness
Monday, March 9, is Fibroid Awareness Day, and local organisation Caribbean Woman has launched its annual information campaign on fibroids. This is in an attempt to draw national attention to this major women's health concern.
KELLY'S WORLD - Weed, Windies and words
There's been a lot on my mind lately, starting with some international organisation calling Jamaica a druggist's paradise.While the sentiment may not sound nice, I wouldn't say the speaker is totally unfair.
Tami Chynn and Tessanne Chin: a complicated pair
They have distinct musical styles; Tami is more pop reggae, Tessanne more rock reggae. The sisters even spell their surnames differently, Tessanne retains the original family spelling, Chin, but Tami spells hers Chynn...
FE-MAIL TIES - Listen to your heart
I was browsing through one of my favourite décor and homeware stores today and I saw that the 'love heart' has evolved into more than the typical jewellery and chocolate fare. I was deluged with heart-shaped bakeware, the most desirable fondue ...
SEX & RELATIONSHIP - Public displays of affection
Walking hand-in-hand, caressing playfully, stealing kisses, all while in public. Not an occurrence you see often on Jamaican streets. Actually, I can't recall ever seeing it as Jamaica does not have a culture of people who love to dish out heaps of public displays of affection (PDA).
In the driver's seat
Have you ever noticed some females drivers at the wheel of a 'big' vehicle? Notice how uncomfortable they look and that sometimes they are on the short side?However, keep in mind that some women do know how to handle large-size ...
HEALTH & FITNESS - 'Get fit to fête' at socacise
Carnival fever is in the air and before you know it, it will be the big climax - time to hit the streets for the road march. Many have already purchased their costumes to play mas, and there are some who still have not decided on which one to choose...
Dancehall divas
February is Reggae Month and it has certainly been the month for local entertainers. Less than one week ago, musicians were recognised and honoured for their work and contribution to the industry at the Youthlink-sponsored Youth View Awards...