Former teacher and school counselor, Marilyn “Misti Memphis” Williams, is now an official citizen of Jamaica. Twenty-three years after making her first visit to the country, Williams joined 32 other individuals from 12…
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Jamaican Grandmother, 103, Becomes TikTok Star by Sharing Tips on Living Life to the Fullest
Jamaican grandmother Pearl Taylor of Dayton, Ohio, has become a star on TikTok by sharing what she has learned about during her 103 years of living. A vibrant and active woman who walks…
WEEKLY DEVOTIONAL: God is Still on His Throne
In Isaiah 6, we read the wonderful narrative of Isaiah’s vision and commissioning. In this vision, he had a glimpse of the wonders of heaven – angels crying, “Holy, holy, holy, is the…
Trailblazers in Law: Allan Alberga & Anthony Lee Hing Honored at Jamaican Pioneers in Georgia 2024
The Dr. Elaine Bryan Foundation is gearing up for the fourth annual “Jamaican Pioneers in Georgia 2024” celebration, an event that honors individuals who have made significant contributions to the Jamaican community in…
Jamaica’s Sprint Legend Usain Bolt Reveals Why Dancehall Is Prioritized by His Music Company
Usain Bolt’s music production company, A-Team Lifestyle, is making dancehall music its priority. The company recently released its sixth album, “Escape Riddim,” a compilation of ten vocal and instrumental tracks recorded by global…
Jamaican poet Jason Allen-Paisant Wins Prestigious TS Eliot Poetry Prize
Jamaican poet Jason Allen-Paisant was announced the winner of the distinguished TS Eliot Prize in a ceremony at London’s Wallace Collection at the beginning of the year. The prize comes with a £25,000…
Bank Of Japan Ends Most Aggressive Monetary Stimulus Program In Modern History
The Bank of Japan ended the most aggressive monetary stimulus program in modern history this morning, scrapping the world’s last negative interest rate. But the dovish nature of the bank’s commentary hurt the…
Jamaican-born Fashion Designer’s Art Preserved on the Moon
Jamaican-born fashion designer, Nova Lorraine, who is originally from Savanna-la-Mar, Westmoreland, is one of the 222 artists from around the world selected to be part of The Lunaprise Moon Museum. This is an…
12 Songs You Will Definitely Hear at Jamaica Carnival 2024
Music, the lifeblood of Caribbean festivals, becomes especially electrifying during Carnival season. It’s a time when the sounds of soca echo through the streets, turning ordinary moments into unforgettable memories. The Trinidad and…
Newcomer Milawno Earns First iTunes Reggae Chart Entry
New on the scene, dancehall artist Milawno has earned his first entry onto the US iTunes Reggae Chart with his track “Slide Inn”, debuting at 113 and peaking at number 34 on February 20, 2024….