Sheron Cameron-Dunn makes history
She has created Kiwanis history in becoming the first Jamaican female to have been elected governor of the Eastern Canada and Caribbean District. This means that Sheron Cameron-Dunn will have to oversee one of the largest geographic districts of Kiwanis International...
FE-MAIL TIES: The heart of the matter
When I think of random acts of kindness, I recall beautiful childhood memories when unexpected rainfall brought visitors to the house. They were not always known to us, often arbitrary people, taking shelter on my grandparent's porch while the rain passed.
Singular Subjects - Not wanting pregnancy breaks relationships
The latest news making our girlfriend circle involves the break-up of yet another relationship because of a refusal to get pregnant. This is the third such case to come to my attention. Somewhere between the first sexual encounter ...
LAWS OF EVE - Application for maintenance of children
In a recent Supreme Court decision (PEC v DRC) which was delivered on April 4, the judge was asked to consider an application by a mother for increased contribution towards maintenance by the father of the couple's...
Women in the news - WROC's new executive director
Dorothy Whyte is the new executive director at the Women's Resource and Outreach Centre (WROC) on Beechwood Avenue. The organisation is dedicated to the development of inner-city and rural women. According to chairperson of WROC, Linnette Vassell...
The face of Jamaica's fitness revolution
A lot can happen in 10 years, and for Karelle Ashley and JAMFIT, a lot has.With best friend and registered fitness instructor Nichelle Wilks, Ashley, a registered nurse and certified fitness instructor formed the Jamaica Fitness association...
Celebrated fitness expert for local festival
WESTERN BUREAU: At 47, she defied the myth that optimal physical fitness is not possible over a certain age. "My commitment is to empower others to do this at whatever age," declares Jamaican-born, California- based Mary-Kay Mullally...
HEALTH AND FITNESS - Diabetes and Latin America, some answers
Many adults have a family history of diabetes but the disease is getting even more prevalent in children. This is largely due to increased consumption of fast food, a diet high in calories, as well as cheap food that is low in nutrients.
Effe Malcolm: A lifetime of service
On October 20, outstanding Jamaicans will be recognised for their contributions to Jamaica, land we love. In the coming weeks, the 'Flair Magazine' will be highlighting some of those outstanding Jamaicans who will be receiving national honours...
Realities of HIV/AIDS - Diary of an HIV-positive, pregnant girl (Part 9)
Recap: Last week,Gabrielle was worried that her unborn baby may be born with the HIV virus. Plus, her boyfriend's sister's boyfriend had been telling people in the community that she is HIV positive. Though Gabrielle tries to keep optimistic despite her everyday challenges....
BREAST CANCER MONTH FEATURE - Coping after a mastectomy
At 35, Sandy, a single and very attractive woman, was diagnosed with breast cancer. The fears of the diagnosis were realised when she had to have a mastectomy. The changes in appearance and life expectancy ...
Flip-Flopping in style
Always seeking new inspirations for its flip-flops, the theme for Havaianas' 2008/2009 collection says something for everyone. The collection was unveiled by local distributors, Walk Good, at a special retailers' expo at the Montego Bay Yacht Club, recently...
An event of love
Almost every woman starts planning her wedding day from the age of five. But the wait until that special day always seems endless. For some women in the United Kingdom, it is a rite of passage to attend The National Wedding Show in London...
Parenting Pointers - Homework: too much for kindergarten children
For years, children have been getting homework, but there's a new trend of parents doing the work for their child/children, especially those at the kindergarten level. This raises a few questions. Should children in kindergarten be getting homework?
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SEX & RELATIONSHIP - Are you a married-man magnet?
"It's starting to feel like every man in the world is married," said Jackie, a single woman; and all the men in those marriages are drawn to her. Although the figures are exaggerated, the 27-year-old certainly feels as if they are accurate...
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