(NC) December is a time when meaningful holidays are celebrated around the world—and that usually means an occasion for gift giving. Two of the world’s oldest religions—Christianity and Judaism—celebrate major holy days in December, Christmas and Hanukkah. In recent years, ...
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How To Throw A Party Stress Free
(NC) Not much is as taxing as hosting a large group and things can derail fairly quickly. Stop, take a deep breath, and follow this simple guideline to holiday entertaining that is certain to be merry and bright: Set a ...
Read More »Safety Tips For Putting Up Holiday Decorations
(NC) It’s important to take heed of safety tips that apply to all electrical installations, regardless of scope and size. When it comes to holiday lighting and décor you don’t want to break the bank … or the grid. Matthew ...
Read More »Guyana-born Female PhD Student Wins Caribbean Studies Scholarship
Photo above: Left-right: Dionne Brand, Savitri Persaud, recipient of the Grace and David Taylor Graduate Scholarship in Caribbean Studies, and Patrick Taylor, Professor of Humanities and of Social and Political Thought, York University. Photo credit: Neil Armstrong. By Neil Armstrong ...
Read More »Is An Open Relationship For You?
By Sandy Daley PRIDE Columnist Comedian and Oscar winning actress Mo’Nique shocked the world recently, when she not only admitted that she was indeed in an open relationship with her husband, Sidney Hicks, but that the idea was also initially hers. “Say what now?!!” we ...
Read More »An Evening Of Divine Inspiration: Soweto Gospel Choir Sends Message Of Hope
Photo above: Dr. Jean Augustine, center, interviews two cast members, Mary Mulovhedzi, and Mr. Sipho Ngcamu. Photo credit: Victor Carrington. By Victor Carrington PRIDE Guest Writer The Soweto Gospel Choir glided on the wings of angels, into the packed Sony Centre, ...
Read More »Chef Selwyn’s Recipes: Here’s What You Can Do With Christmas Leftovers
With the size of the average Christmas meal, leftovers are to be expected. Don’t let them go to waste. Here are some ideas for what to do with them. Make soup. Leftover ham, turkey, pork and beef can all be ...
Read More »Jamaican Artistes Snag Four Grammy Nominations
Photo above is of Morgan Heritage. This year’s nominees — announced yesterday by the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (NARAS) — are The Cure by Jah Cure, Acousticalevy (Barrington Levy), Zion Awake (Luciano), Strictly Roots (Morgan Heritage), and Branches ...
Read More »How To Shop Smart And Save
(NC) It’s the time of year for festive dinners, family parties and lovely gifts. But the season of giving doesn’t need to be a season for overspending. The key is having a plan. Set a budget for the most important ...
Read More »HEALTHY REASONING: Is There A Connection Between An Unhealthy Mouth And Rheumatoid Arthritis?
By Allan Bucka Jones PRIDE Health Columnist Periodontal diseases are infections of the structures around the teeth, which include the gums, periodontal ligament and alveolar bone. In the earliest stage of periodontal disease, referred to as gingivitis, the infection affects ...
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