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'Twas Trending ... Beyonce's baby bump, WhatsApp triva and more

Published:Monday | February 6, 2017 | 12:00 AM

Beyoncé broke the Internet last week when she announced that she is expecting twins. We have the latest on that and more in this week’s 'Twas Trending From lemonade to double mint Their will be two new addition to the Carter clan...

Jamaica carnival heats up

Published:Monday | February 6, 2017 | 12:26 PM

We are officially in carnival season and soca junkies are gearing up to show off their worst behaviour. Jamaica Carnival conducted a photo shoot in the iconic Half-Way Tree area and shared some of their costumes with us. Which one will you be...

Touch down with Copperwood Pork

Published:Wednesday | February 1, 2017 | 12:00 AM

Super Bowl Sundays now has a place in the Jamaican culture, becoming yet another sporting activity which draws families and friends together. Copperwood Pork has got in on the action with their spare ribs which is the perfect addition to any Super...

All about the red

Published:Thursday | February 2, 2017 | 12:00 AMKrysta Anderson

Going red for a cause has never looked better. From red carpet, to red dresses and red ties. Campionites and their fashionable associates, came out in their fashionable numbers to partake in the highly anticipated annual fundraiser- Campion...

Mario Evon lights up Level Up live music session

Published:Thursday | January 26, 2017 | 12:00 AMTickoya Joseph

After a hard day at work, music lovers now have a space to unwind with the introduction of Level Up Wednesdays. Staged at Level 96 Bar, located at 96 Hope Road, the aim is to bring people together and create a space for aesthetes to enjoy music by...

Gran celebración cubano

Published:Wednesday | January 25, 2017 | 12:00 AMJody-Anne Lawrence

Last Thursday, the Republic of Cuba's Embassy celebrated the 58th anniversary of the Triumph of the Cuban Revolution - National Day in fine style.Diplomats, politicians, Cubans living in Jamaica and well-wishers came to support the Cuban Embassy...

Jamaica Stock Exchange Regional Conference starts strong

Published:Thursday | January 26, 2017 | 2:01 PM

A staple on the menu of financial events for its stakeholders, the Jamaica Stock Exchange (JSE) opened its 12th Regional Conference on Investments and the Capital Markets to a full house on Wednesday morning.Held under the theme 'Global Investment...

Muching on health - the tasty way

Published:Wednesday | January 25, 2017 | 12:00 AMKrysta Anderson

There are various foods that are both tasty and healthy. They are disease-fighting foods that should be in everyone's kitchen and would provide the right nutrients to keep your body healthy.Integrative Health Coach Natalie Murray shares her dream...

Kiss cream-filled goodness

Published:Wednesday | January 25, 2017 | 12:00 AM

Facebook lit up when the Jamaica Biscuit Company announced that after being off the market for some time, Kiss cakes have not only returned to Jamaican shelves but are also manufactured on the island.Nika Marie Campbell: "I feel like a child again!...

Kelly's World | Children aren't children anymore

Published:Thursday | January 19, 2017 | 12:00 AMDaviot Kelly

Man, times have really changed. Growing up, my parents never spoke to me in a certain manner. And if me think me did bad, I couldn't dare talk to them in any old fashion either.Granted, there were a few times when I thought they were a little too...

High fashion at Trump's Inauguration

Published:Friday | January 20, 2017 | 12:00 AM

For her husband's inauguration, Melania Trump wore a sky-blue cashmere jacket and mock turtleneck dress by Ralph Lauren, designer of many pantsuits worn over the years by Donald Trump's former rival Hillary Clinton. Mrs Trump's outfit...

VIDEO: An arresting proposal in Three Miles

Published:Friday | January 20, 2017 | 12:00 AMNashauna Lalah

When Ronald Donaldson decided to pop the question to Teresa Martinez, his girlfriend of three and a half years, he wanted to be different. Always known as a prankster in high school, Donaldson wanted to do something out of the box. ...

Five Things to do this week

Published:Monday | January 9, 2017 | 12:00 AM

'Wing'ing itEnjoy All You Can Eat Wings, Fries and Stamp and Go at The Deck, 14 Trafalgar Road, every Wednesday, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.Be seducedCheck out Seductive Fridays every week at Annie's Place, Seaview Gardens, from 10 p.m. to 4 a.m.Friday...

Christmas feast made easy

Published:Thursday | December 8, 2016 | 1:29 PM

Your 2016 Christmas dinner is going to be epic!Why?Your Gleaner family is sending you an early Christmas gift. Sixty (64) pages of mouth-watering but surprisingly easy recipes perfect for the entire family. We have made sure that all ingredients are...

Things to do this week

Published:Monday | November 28, 2016 | 1:28 PM

Afro beat PartyIt's all about UPness: Nothing Else Matters at Nanook, 20 Burlington Avenue, on Tuesday, December 6, from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. Admission: $500.Latin FeverThis and every Friday, head to NK Deli, for Pre-game Friday Salsa at New Kingston...

Doctor's Advice | Young and in love

Published:Friday | December 2, 2016 | 12:00 AM

Q Doc, my boyfriend and I are a young couple. We love each other very much. We have been simply astonished by how powerful our sex urges are. We just cannot keep our hands off each other. In fact, we would have sex every day if we could.It would be...

Time to Dig In, Dine Out!

Published:Saturday | November 12, 2016 | 12:00 AM

More than 85 restaurants, seven cities, seven categories, and endless menu options, the time has come for Jamaica to enjoy dining at its finest! It's day three of the annual decadent Gleaner-sponsored Restaurant Week, and our roving cameras snapped...

Doctor's advice | Is it too small?

Published:Friday | June 17, 2016 | 12:00 AM

Q Doctor, I am a 17-year-old female student, and I have an embarrassing question to ask you. I dare not ask anyone else.You see, I am convinced that my 'female opening' is far too small to admit a man. I believe that it will be impossible for me...

Try this three-bean salad with spelt

Published:Wednesday | May 4, 2016 | 12:00 AM

In certain parts of the United States, a good three-bean salad is almost always the anchor to a potluck or picnic, the kinds of gatherings where sturdy, crowd-pleasing, portable - and, frankly, inexpensive - food is wanted. Countless variations are...

Dear Counsellor: My husband is mean

Published:Monday | April 25, 2016 | 12:00 AM

Q: My husband and I have been married for 12 years. We have one son. We both work hard. However, he has changed dramatically. He recently opened a bank account and put his father's name on it. Last year, he bought an apartment as an investment and...

Tony Vendryes: Your body heals itself

Published:Monday | April 25, 2016 | 12:00 AMDr Tony Vendryes

The human body is amazing. It is indeed fearfully and wonderfully made, as King David declared in the Psalms. Modern medical science is validating how true his statement was. The longer I practice medicine, the more I appreciate the body...

Tony Vendryes: Eat less, live longer

Published:Monday | April 18, 2016 | 12:00 AM

Most people eat too much. Researchers who study the ageing process (gerontologists) have observed that eating less extends the lifespan of animals as long as they are provided with all the essential nutrients they need.This technique is called...

Ask the doc: Can a 12-year-old really date?

Published:Monday | April 18, 2016 | 12:00 AM

Q: I notice you said that 12-year-old children can date. I disagree. Can you explain this?A: It may be safer if young persons go out in groups. Group dating may be preferred by parents and caregivers.Q: I am very concerned that my father is giving...

Doctor's Advice: What is this strange liquid?

Published:Friday | April 15, 2016 | 12:00 AM

Q: Hello Doc. I am a guy of 18, and am in my first relationship with a girl. I think I love her. She is wonderful in bed. Like me, she was a virgin when we met late last year.Despite our lack of knowledge, we have found sex great. We are using...

Dear counsellor: Losing sleep over dad's Will

Published:Monday | April 11, 2016 | 12:00 AM

Q: I am an outside child for my father and because of that, he did not take good care of me when I was growing up. He had to hide and send money for me because of his wife. Naturally, he did not spend any time with me.However, fortunes were reversed...

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