Militarism goes hand in hand with authoritarianism. While democratic values include popular participation in decision-making, checks on the power of government and the protection of people’s rights and freedoms, militarisation threatens democracy…
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Shinique Walters | Glass ceiling vs glass escalator: Women’s role in elections
Jamaican women have contributed significantly to the voting process since the 1944 adult suffrage. However, there has been a significant decline in the number of persons who chose to vote in 2020. The…
These Players of Jamaican Descent Appear on ESPN’s 2025 Playoff Ranking of the 50 Most Impactful Players
ESPN’s much-anticipated NBA Rank: 2025 Playoffs Edition has dropped, featuring the top 50 players expected to make the biggest impact this postseason. Among the elite names like Nikola Jokic, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, and LeBron…
Which Max Romeo Songs Really Matter? 9 Tracks That Define His Legacy
Max Romeo’s music told stories that went beyond the beat. His lyrics gave voice to protest, faith, and daily struggles. From his early years in the 1960s to powerful roots reggae in the…
WEEKLY DEVOTIONAL: How to Walk with Christ
Becoming a follower of Jesus is not just about attending church or saying a prayer—it’s about learning to walk with Him every day. Walking with Him is more than a decision—it is a…
What It’s Like Being Married to a Jamaican? Andrew & Therese’s 34-Year Haitian-Jamaican Love Story
In this heartwarming episode of Married to a Jamaican, Xavier Murphy, founder of Jamaicans.com, sits down with Andrew and Therese Hardie to delve into their 34-year journey of love, laughter, and cultural fusion….
Honouring Madge Sinclair: Jamaican Actress, Emmy Winner, and Pioneer in Film and Television
Today, we celebrate the remarkable life and legacy of Madge Sinclair, the Jamaican-born actress whose dignified portrayals, unwavering pride in her heritage, and commitment to uplifting others left an enduring mark on the…
Dennis Minott | Is another billion-dollar blunder brewing out west?
Six hundred billion dollars. Let that sink in. According to Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Floyd Green, this is the sum that the Government of Jamaica now proposes to spend over the…
Rosalea Hamilton | Constitutional reform is dead … Or is it?
On April 14, Nationwide reported that “Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness has accepted that the goal of transforming Jamaica into a republic at this time has been dashed. The prime minister places the…
WEEKLY DEVOTIONAL: Satan’s Defeat at Calvary
A week ago, on Good Friday, we remembered and reflected on the crucifixion of Jesus and what it meant for Christians especially. However, just because Good Friday has come and gone does not…