“The law’s the law, but people are people.” ― M.L. Stedman from The Light Between Oceans I’m caught in a bit of a dilemma, between thinking boys will be boys, while also believing that ‘weak fences’ will be the death of us all. Allow me to explain. Two England football players, Phil Foden and Mason …
There was pomp, circumstance and strict adherence to coronavirus (COVID-19) protocols as 14 cabinet ministers and the attorney general were sworn into office this afternoon. Attendees were masked and fashionable as they made their way inside King’s House for the special ceremony. Here are some of our favourite looks. lifestyle@gleanerjm.com
Fayval Williams has been named Minister of Education, Youth and Information. Williams is one of 19 cabinet ministers named by Prime Minister Andrew Holness following the September 3 general election. She is the fourth woman to hold the position of education minister, following Dr Phyllis MacPherson-Russell in 1978, Dr Mavis Gwendolyn Gilmour in 1983 and Maxine …
Spartan Health Club will close its doors indefinitely at the end of September owing to the impact of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. In an email to members of the fitness club, Managing Director Mickey Haughton-James says COVID-19 has had an “extremely negative effect on the financial operation of the [club]”. “Large gyms like Spartan [require] …
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Cassandra McClure once said, “Make-up is self-confidence applied directly to the face.” Now, who wouldn’t want this level of confidence while walking up the aisle and saying ‘I do’ to the one you love. Looking to add magic to the nuptial experience by bringing that gorgeous bridal glow is Elite Pro Skincare and Makeup. Claudia …
‘A baby changes everything’ is certainly an understatement. But that shouldn’t mean that you stop being the honey, just because you had a baby. Here are a few ways you tap into your sweet side again with your sweetheart. Switch headwear “Who the cap fit, let them wear it.” You have been wearing the mommy …
There’s a meme of Samuel Jackson in a screenshot from a movie he did called Black Snake Moan. He is dishevelled and has a wild look in his eyes. The point of the meme is criticising women for wanting hunks while their fathers look like the character from the movie. I remember the first time …
The life of a political candidate is not an easy one. From nomination day to election day, there is relentless campaigning and strategising to earn the votes of constituents and to identify workers to assist in the polling stations on election day. When election day finally arrives, there is close monitoring to ensure that supporters …
Political Ombudsman Donna Parchment Brown has tested positive for coronavirus (COVID-19). A statement from the Office of the Political Ombudsman says Parchment Brown is now in quarantine and all member of staff have been tested “as a precautionary measure”. The office’s Duke Street location has been closed for cleaning and sanitising. However, work continues with …
Krystal Tomlinson, the People’s National Party’s candidate for St Andrew West Rural tested negative for coronavirus (COVID-19). “My results have come back negative,” Tomlinson shared in a video posted to Twitter along with a tweet encouraging Jamaicans to follow established COVID-19 protocols and stay safe. Noting that she is “feeling fine”, Tomlinson shared that she …
