Category: Entertainment

Soyini Fraser cops Miss Universe Guyana title

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It was a night of elegance, charm, sophistication and intense competition as the curtains came down on the Miss Universe Guyana 2016, with Soyini Fraser walking away with the coveted title. The Hits and Jams Entertainment employee outshone the 13 other delegates when the finals of the highly anticipated event was held in the well illuminated and decorated grand ballroom of the Marriott Hotel. Fraser was undoubtedly one of the front runners from the inception; she however sealed the deal in the question and answer segment on Saturday evening. On…

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Guarding against Cyber-attacks

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A report by US-based Inter-American Development Bank and the Organisation of American States has revealed that Latin America and the Caribbean are highly vulnerable to potentially devastating cyber-attacks. The report said that four out of five countries in Latin America and the Caribbean do not have a strategy to prevent cyber-attacks. The report added that nations such as Mexico, Colombia, Trinidad and Tobago, and Chile have an intermediate level of preparedness, but remain far from advanced nations like the United States, Estonia and Israel. When we hear about data breaches…

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Soyini Fraser crowned Miss Jamzone International

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In a night of fulfilled promises, spectacular dances, laughter, music and an exquisite fashion display, Guyana’s Soyini Fraser was crowned Miss Jamzone International 2014 at the National Cultural Centre on Friday evening. Elegance, intelligence, grace and poise were all features that Fraser epitomised as she took to the stage last evening and won the coveted title and US$10,000, which has been elusive to Guyana since the pageant expanded to include Caribbean countries quite a number of years ago. Miss Barbados, Dannyelle Leslie and Miss Bahamas Lexi Wilson were named first…

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Organic designs

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Fashion designer Natasha David encapsulates the rich and vibrant culture of the indigenous people of Guyana in her newest collection. Natasha was born in Georgetown but grew up in a small village on the Venezuelan border called Imbotero where she received her primary school education. Her family later moved to Matthews Ridge where she was exposed to fashion shows, persons making beautiful toys, decorations and other items out of organic materials such as straw, banana leaves, bamboo and many others. Observing how creatively these materials were used, Natasha decided to…

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Guyana creating waves at CARIFESTA celebrations

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CARIFESTA XI picked up speed on Saturday with the start of the Grand Cultural Market where the participating countries set up booths in the literary, visual and culinary arts, and fashion displays. Guyana has the largest collection of booths. Other countries’ booths showcased displays of craft, fashion and literary works. Guyana’s largest booth – arts and craft – has on display mainly handmade products which include leather slippers, mats, bags, key rings, crochet, earrings and bangles, handbags, jewellery sets, ceramics, tie-dye material and information on Guyana’s tourism offerings. Guyana’s art…

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Miss TT wins International Jamzone Pageant.

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By Umadevi Bux – Trinidadian, Breige Wilson, 23, was early Wednesday morning crowned Miss Jamzone International after an exhilarating four-hour contest held at the National Cultural Centre. Meanwhile, Guyana’s Alicia Bess, 23, came in as first runner-up; Curacao’s Marvia Laurence, 28, as the second runner-up; St Kitts and Nevis’ Zinga lmo, 18, the third runner up and St Lucia’s Consuelo Dupal, 21, as the fourth runner-up. The beauties were given the final question: “If you were a doctor and the Caribbean was your patient, what would your prescription be to…

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R Kelly to headline Guyana’s Jamzone Summer Break

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R& B Legend R Kelly will be performing live at the Guyana National Stadium on August 24 when Hits and Jams Entertainment hosts its annual Jamzone Summer Break international concert! Robert Sylvester Kelly, better known by his stage name ‘R Kelly’, will headline this show and promises to make it an unforgettable evening for fans of great soulful music as he is often referred to as the ‘King of R& B’. This artist is an American singer/songwriter and record producer who has been on the entertainment scene for more than…

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Miss Jamzone Pageant: Meet Miss Limacol, Christel Mittelhozer. To vote for Christel, Text 2 to 602-0406 or 626-8487

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After a rigid screening process, three young ladies; among them being the intelligent, beautiful and charming Christel Mittelholzer, were shortlisted to be a part of a voting process to represent Guyana in this year’s Miss Jamzone International Pageant slated for August 21 at the National Cultural Centre in Georgetown. Originating from the West Coast of Berbice, 22-year-old Christel Mittelholzer has her eyes set on becoming a professional accountant. She is currently pursuing ACCA studies at Cacique Inc. Sponsored by Limacol, Christel is family oriented, quite personable, ambitious and self driven.…

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‘Natural Black’ releases new music video

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Guyanese-born reggae artiste ‘Natural Black’ brings his own heat for the summer with the exciting video for his hit single ‘Party Truck’, which made its worldwide debut last week.  The highly-anticipated video was shot on location in New York City (Manhattan and Brooklyn), during March and April, and was directed by Brian K Roberts for ‘Honest Illusions Multimedia’. The video sees Natural Black spreading party vibes throughout New York City, and even taking a ride on a party truck, driving around and sending his infectious sounds throughout the streets of…

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Noel’s ‘First Resort’ fashion line to hit USA in June

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The captivating new collection from Sonia Noel titled ‘First Resort’ has been creating quite a stir in St Lucia, and it is sure to make a similar impact when it hits the United States of America, next month. Recently, Noel, who was in St Lucia for the launching and promotion of her quarterly publication, ‘Makin’ style’, decided to showcase the new collection. Two shows were held at the enchanting Bay Gardens Resort. During the two-week annual celebration, both Mariska’s Designs and First Resort had significant presence at all of the…

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