Vogue courts Nell Robinson
ARENA covergirl Nell Robinson became the fifth model from Jamaica and from Pulse to shoot for Vogue, the industry's fashion's bible and the most important image maker worldwide. Nell joins an elite club of stars from Pulse...
Sandra Kenton Fraser living to serve
AFTER 14 years of teaching at Kingston College (KC), Sandra Kenton Fraser in 2001, seized the opportunity to try her luck in the New York School system. It was the year of a mass exodus by hundreds of her peers who responded...
RAPE DEFENCE
ANYONE CAN be a potential victim of rape. However, by following these simple steps you can avoid becoming one. Shihan Kay-Lyn-Cardenas (6th Degree Black belt-Master) Director of Fushin Karate system at the International Marshal Arts Institute...
RAPE: A LIFETIME OF HURT PT. II
Last week we began our two-part feature on the long-lasting effects of rape on the life of victims. This week we continue our story of how the victims have healed; how lives have been changed and highlight the path to recovery.
INCEST, A lifetime of terror
FOR 10 years she was molested then raped by her stepfather. Jennywas six years old when her stepfather started sexually molesting her. The molestation continued until she was 16 years old. And when she was nine years old her raped her.
Psychologist's view:
DR. VERONICA Salter, psychologist said that because of Jenny's traumatic experiences she is going to need extensive therapy and counselling. She noted that a one-shot counselling session will not do, she needs to be put in a programme...
Carib-US minimum wages rates
AS OF January 30, the minimum wage in Jamaica will be increased to $2,800 per week. Domestic helpers are among those who will receive this pay. Around the Caribbean and in the United States, we see how Jamaica's figure compares.
Who is raising their children
WHILE SOME employers squabble over having to increase already meagre wages to employees many domestic helpers have workloads that include taking care of children. Assisting their employers children with homework...
Minimum SURVIVAL
AS THE debate over minimum wage increases, those most affected have now taken the spotlight - they are household helpers. At a recent meeting of the Household Workers Association, some of these women spoke out about the hardships...
BAG IT!
LIKE PAIRS of shoes, a woman can never have too many handbags. And the range available these days is as exciting as it is enticing If your outfit is not very outstanding, a great handbag will add a dash of pizzaz....
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