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Stories by Nyoka Manning/Gleaner Writer

Published:Tuesday | September 9, 2025 | 10:12 AMNyoka Manning/Gleaner Writer

Ocania Walker, a university English lecturer in China, and Christopher Douglas, a construction worker in the Cayman Islands, first met as children at Douglas Castle in St Ann. Years later, they reconnected, building a relationship rooted in shared...

Published:Saturday | September 6, 2025 | 12:07 AMNyoka Manning/Gleaner Writer

At just 16, Kadie-Lee Kelly stepped onto the stage of the inaugural Miss Clarendon Parish Youth Council Pageant last Saturday with her head held high and her heart set on service. By the time the lights dimmed and the crown was placed on her head,...

Published:Thursday | August 28, 2025 | 9:07 AMNyoka Manning/Gleaner Writer

It was a feast for the senses at Broken Plate on Sunday as Élevé Champagne Brunch delivered a celebration of flavours, bubbles, and style. Staged in partnership with Laurent-Perrier, the event brought Kingston’s food lovers together for an...

Published:Friday | July 18, 2025 | 12:05 AMNyoka Manning/Gleaner Writer

The Coconut Runway Show, presented by Trendzy by Ackeilia, transformed New Haven Avenue in St Andrew into a hub of island style on Saturday. Ackeilia Caine, the designer behind the brand, took to the runway to deliver a line-up of swimwear and...

Published:Wednesday | July 16, 2025 | 12:07 AMNyoka Manning/Gleaner Writer

Just in time for a summer of movement and mindful living, the debut of the Coconut Trendzy x Body by WATO athleisure collection brought fresh, stylish energy to Jamaica’s fitness scene. Launched at the Coconut Runway Show in St Andrew, the...

Published:Tuesday | July 15, 2025 | 12:05 AMNyoka Manning/Gleaner Writer

From duty to devotion, police constables Kamilah Gordon-Ricketts and Rajiv Ricketts have taken the oath to protect and serve – not just the nation, but each other. Hailing from Clarendon and St Catherine, respectively, their relationship began...

Published:Thursday | May 29, 2025 | 12:08 AMNyoka Manning/Gleaner Writer

In a performance steeped in cultural reverence and musical mastery, the Calabash Acoustic Ensemble marked the 50th anniversary of Marcus Garvey, the landmark 1975 album by reggae icon Winston ‘Burning Spear’ Rodney. Held during the Calabash...

Published:Tuesday | May 27, 2025 | 12:06 AMNyoka Manning/Gleaner Writer

As the final lines of verse faded into the night and the last applause of the evening’s literary segment drifted out to sea, Calabash International Literary Festival, Treasure Beach on Friday was far from winding down. Instead, the Festival shifted...

Published:Monday | May 26, 2025 | 12:07 AMNyoka Manning/Gleaner Writer

“I’m happy to be in front of an audience where I don’t have to explain what Babylon means,” Safiya Sinclair told the crowd gathered under the stars at Treasure Beach on Friday. “What it means when you say it. What it means when you chant it down.”...

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