Young people looking to make a career in social media or content creation are being advised to focus on making authentic content that builds trust, enhances engagement, and creates meaningful connections with the audience. Authenticity in content creation refers to the quality of being genuine, honest, and true to oneself. It is building an audience based on making content that...

The recent raising of the age limit to 30 for participants in the Miss Jamaica Festival Queen Competition has sparked favourable responses, including from former contestants. Traditionally, the competition, organised by the Jamaica Cultural Development Commission (JCDC) is open to women between the ages of 18 and 25. This year, the rules have been updated to permit young women up...

Doubts about entering the 2024 Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Heritage Competition turned into triumph for 24-year-old Jordanne Roache, winner of the Photo Category. She recalled that a friend sent the competition flyer to her and encouraged her to make a submission. Jordanne said she was very hesitant about entering, but decided to give it a chance. “I didn’t think that...

Jamaica’s cultural heritage, including reggae and dancehall music, movements and world-famous Blue Mountain Coffee, were showcased on the world stage at the 2024 Asia Song Festival X Culture Bridge Festa held in Seoul, Korea. The festival and festa included exhibitions, performances and experiential activities for audiences at the Yeouido Hangang Park in Seoul from October 26-27. Every year, the Korean...

For the third year in a row, a student of Herbert Morrison Technical High School, in St. James, has won the Poster Category of the Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Heritage Competition. Nathan Morris, a sixth form student, wore a bright smile as he collected his award and prizes on Tuesday (December 10), at the Terra Nova All-Suite Hotel, in Kingston....

There should be a cultural centre in every parish capital where young people can develop their talents in the performing arts, says Marjorie Leyden Kirton. “A number of young people coming out of high schools don’t matriculate right away to colleges and universities, and this is another option that they can take up and be kept occupied,” she told JIS...

There should be a cultural centre in every parish capital where young people can develop their talents in the performing arts, says Marjorie Leyden Kirton. “A number of young people coming out of high schools don’t matriculate right away to colleges and universities, and this is another option that they can take up and be kept occupied,” she told JIS...

In recognition of his contribution to the field of culture, Director of Policy and Research at the Ministry of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport (MCGES), David Brown, will be conferred with the Badge of Honour for Meritorious Service.   He is among 150 Jamaicans who will be recognised by the Government with honours and awards for outstanding service in various fields...