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Archived: Usain Bolt Takes On Santa’s Hat In Jamrock as RiRi Rocks The Jolly Roger in Barbados!

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Is Usain Bolt expanding his title as the World and Olympic sprint double champion to give Santa Claus a run for his money? It sure seems that way!

Usain brought smiles to many children's faces this Christmas.

Usain brought smiles to many children’s faces this Christmas.

In the true spirit of Christmas, Bolt hosted his annual Christmas Treat for the children in his Sherwood Content, Trelawny, Jamaica this past Sunday. The kids were treated to a fun-filled day inclusive of the much enjoyed face-painting activity. Bolt, known for making a larger than life effort anytime he does something, ensured that popcorn, snow-cones and gifts were in abundance. There were also bouncy castles, a mechanical bull and lots more.  It was surely a children’s wonderland, courtesy good ol’ St. Bolt.

One day after the event, the Puma endorsee who has earned $10 million USD a year since his contract was renewed with the running sneaker brand in 2013,  took to his social media to share photos of the event.  On his Twitter account he said, “Great day yesterday in my community for the children… It’s what the season is all about…”

The photos of smiling children and a beaming Bolt received an overwhelmingly positive response from his fans. Supporters commended his generous, heartfelt act, which they said they believe is proof that he has not forgotten where he came from.

Rihanna spent Christmas in Barbados this year.

Rihanna spent Christmas in Barbados this year.PHOTO CREDIT: Splash News. 

Meanwhile, Barbadian beauty and internationally acclaimed celebrity, Rihanna was spotted spending the Christmas holidays in her native Barbados. The Grammy award winning artiste undoubtedly spent time with familiar friends and family at home, even amid her ongoing promotion of the ANTi world tour and album, which fans are hoping will drop any day now. Rihanna was spotted on board the Jolly Roger with friends on Boxing Day, donning a sexy denim number, and showing that she has what it takes to pull off a bra-less decision.

Bolt has been to Trinidad and Tobago’s carnival in recent years, however RiRi is yet to grace the Mecca festival. Fans in T&T, have called for her to come parade the streets of Port-of-Spain in the past, however she’s stuck to her Bajan CropOver, delivering the promotion that island continues to enjoy with a  record 171,471 long stay visitor arrivals achieved, during the first quarter of this year. The island breaking a long- standing 25-year figure according to chairman of the Barbados Tourism Marketing, Inc (BTMI), Alvin Jemmott.

EBUZZ CONTRIBUTOR: Reiana Bharat

 

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Denise Belfon Thanks Drake’s ‘OVO’ Team for Inclusion of Her ‘Work’ on New Track.

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Canadian rapper, Drake is once again teaming up with Caribbean entertainers, delivering a brand new album called, ‘Maid of Honor,’ which is now available on all streaming platforms. It was one of three albums the artiste simultaneously dropped on May 15th – the other two being ICEMAN and HABIBTI.

Rapper, Drake has released three new albums simultaneously.

One of the singles on ‘Maid of Honor,’ called ‘BBW’ features the work of Trinidad and Tobago entertainer, Denise ‘Saucy Wow’ Belfon – her 1998 track, ‘Work.’

The lyrics, ‘Put Yuh Back in It’ became a trending expression on TikTok in 2020 when it became a challenge on the popular platform. That viral opportunity six years ago, led to the song’s resurgence and Belfon’s name being called by younger generations whose parents, aunts and uncles would’ve more than likely grown up on her music and performances in the Caribbean. Fast forward to 2026, and Belfon is once again enjoying a viral moment as news broke that her song had been sampled by Drake. “Everything is legitimate and I want to thank the team – Fabian Alfonso, a copyright specialist out of Trinidad and Tobago ; He was very instrumental in making this deal become reality, said Belfon in a chat with Ebuzztt, before expressing gratitude to several other instrumental people, and Drake’s OVO team.

In 2022, dancehall artiste, Shenseea and rapper, Megan Thee Stallion also sampled ‘Work’ on the single, ‘Lick.’ Belfon, who lives in New York, had, at that time, attended a release party at a nightclub in New York, where Shenseea acknowledged the Soca artiste’s influence on the new release.

The Maid of Honor album delivers 14 singles and added to T&T’s Denise Belfon, Jamaican artiste, Popcaan is also featured on a single called, ‘Amazing Shape.’

Denise Belfon’s personality and charisma has, for a very long time, made her a fan favorite in the Caribbean. A vocal powerhouse and unique stage performer, she has stood the test of time in the Soca music industry, having created massive soca anthems like ‘Work,’ ‘Wine and Bend Over’ and ‘Wining Queen’ among countless other flavorful singles.

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Caribbean Fashion Is A Big Deal. Designer, Ecliff Elie Expands With Women In Mind.

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Caribbean fashion is top tier. In a world of copy and paste designs, Caribbean brands like the incomparable Ecliff Elie, stand in a class of their own. Earlier this month, the menswear brand made a major announcement and whether you’ve heard or not, we’re here to tell you, this is huge.

The Ecliff Elie brand will now be delivering its seamless, tailored appeal to women. The brand is known for its precision tailoring and disciplined garment construction so with that at its foundation, women can now feel the complete effect of the Ecliff Elie touch. The company steps out into this aspect of its business after what it says has been years of delivering this service privately to women. Dubbed ‘Bespoke — Tailored for Women,’ Ecliff Elie is now offering the service, at scale.

The introduction reflects a focused extension of Elie’s established approach to tailoring – one built on proportion, control, and consistency. Each garment is developed through a guided process that considers posture, movement, and presence, ensuring that the final result aligns with how the individual operates and presents herself.

From custom blazers to trousers, skirts, and dresses, customers will now be able to get their custom designed Ecliff Elie apparel, through a consultation-led process where every decision—from cut to finish—is deliberate. The company says fabric selection will be approached with the same level of discipline, with materials chosen for structure, performance, and longevity, allowing each piece to maintain its standard over time.

“This is not a new direction,” Elie states. “It is a continuation of work I have done over time, now introduced with structure and clarity.”

With more than three decades of experience, Ecliff Elie has consistently positioned presentation as a defining factor in how individuals are perceived. His work has guided clients across industries to approach style as a matter of precision and intent rather than preference.

“When the garment is correct, everything changes,” he adds. “You move differently. You carry yourself differently. That is the standard.”

As more women continue to operate at the highest levels across business, leadership, and professional environments, the demand for tailoring that reflects both authority and individuality has grown. This offering responds to that shift with a process designed to deliver consistency, clarity, and control.

Through Bespoke — Tailored for Women, Ecliff Elie continues to refine his approach while maintaining a clear focus on craftsmanship, attention to detail, and a disciplined standard of execution.

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