Jamaica may be synonymous with pristine beaches and lively music, but it is also a treasure trove of history and culture. Beyond the rum and rhythms lies an array of museums that capture…
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A Constellation of Stars ‘Showed Out’ on the Red Carpet for Spragga Benz’s Unbelievable Movie Premiere in Miramar, Florida
Renowned 1990s Jamaican dancehall deejay Spragga Benz recently premiered his ‘Unbelievable’ movie, at the Cultural Center in Miramar, Florida. The event featured a glamorous red-carpet event attended by the film’s distinguished cast and…
Jamaican Christopher Williams Honored in New York with Business Leadership Award, Promotes Diaspora Investment Vision
Jamaican business leader Christopher Williams, co-founder and CEO of PROVEN Management Limited, was awarded the prestigious Business Leadership Award by Lowell F. Hawthorne Foundation on November 14, 2024. The event, held at the…
Jamaican Chef Nicola Blaque Achieves Prestigious Michelin Recognition
Nicola Blaque, a Jamaican-born chef based in San Antonio, Texas, has achieved yet another remarkable milestone in her culinary journey. Her renowned restaurant, The Jerk Shack, has been awarded a Michelin Bib Gourmand,…
Theresa Rodriguez-Moodie | Protecting the ocean or exploiting it?
In the Senate, on November 8, Kamina Johnson Smith, minister of foreign affairs and leader of government business, addressed five questions from Sophia Frazer-Binns, opposition spokesperson on the environment, about deep-sea mining (DSM)…
Dennis Minott | Recognising state capture and rejecting racist justifications for wrongdoing
In recent days, I’ve received a series of reactions to my article on the Gupta brothers’ state capture in South Africa, some of which highlight a troubling trend that I believe we need…
Jamaica Stock Exchange Group Recorded Strong Performance For The Third Quarter
Third Quarter Performance • Net Profit after Tax of $194.9m was 255% greater than the prior year comparable quarter. • Earnings per share of $0.28 cents reflected an increase of 250% compared to…
WEEKLY DEVOTIONAL: A Tax Collector’s Prayer
The parable was simple yet profound in its truths. Two men with the same intent, the worship of God, but who were as different as night and day in their approach. According to…
Exploring the Rich And Storied History of Jamaica’s Postal Service
The Jamaican postal service, known today as Jamaica Post, has a storied history that traces back to the 17th century, making it one of the earliest established postal systems in the British colonies….
Discover the Unique History and Cultural Heritage of Hanover Parish, Jamaica
Established on 12 November 1723, Hanover is Jamaica’s second smallest parish, named after King George I the reigning German monarch of the British House of Hanover. This picturesque region, located on the island’s…