This is a Podcast of the Jamaica & Caribbean Weekly News Summary for the week ending August 11, 2023. The JAMAICA WEEKLY News Summary Podcast is brought to you by Jamaicans.com. For past…
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Jamaican-Born Gary Officer Inducted into African American Credit Union Hall of Fame
On 17 July 2023, Jamaican-born Gary Officer, philanthropist, political strategist, and veteran Credit Unionist, was inducted into the prestigious African American Credit Union Hall of Fame. His induction by the board of the…
WEEKLY DEVOTIONAL – The Mirror of the Word
As a part of our getting-dressed routine, most people spend a bit of time in front of a mirror. Whether we are staying indoors all day or going out to face the world,…
FLA strike ends but uncertainty hangs over operations
THURSDAY’S end to a two-day strike by workers who are disgruntled over Government’s public sector compensation scheme allowed scores of firearm permit holders to renew licences and conduct other business with the Firearm…
Passengers livid
MONTEGO BAY, St James – Stranded passengers were livid Thursday as they complained bitterly about the gross inconveniences suffered because of the closure of Sangster International Airport (SIA) for several hours. Among them…
Gyptian Rocks City of Miramar’s Ole Time Emancipendence Fair: Photo Recap
Billboard-topping Jamaican artist Gyptian took the stage by storm, captivating the crowd with an electrifying performance at the City of Miramar’s Ole Time Emancipendence Fair on 5 August 2023. The sensational event marked…
Photo Highlights: Jamaica 61 Independence Celebration in London
Jamaicans in London joined together with pride to celebrate Jamaica’s 61st Independence Day on 6 August 2023. The city was transformed into a lively hub of festivities, marked by various events that showcased…
World’s Fastest Man Alive Jamaica’s Usain Bolt Lights Up Miramar in Florida
It was a certainly a momentous and historic occasion in the City of Miramar last month courtesy of the City’s Vice Mayor, Alexandra P. Davis, who hosted a fun-filled weekend that featured Usain…
New ‘Lift’ for youngsters
HIGH school leavers aged 17 and over can now apply for the Government’s Learning and Investment for Transformation (Lift) Programme, aimed at socially and economically elevating young people. The internship initiative, which will…
Medical muddle
HEALTH Minister Dr Christopher Tufton has been corralled by a consortium of 15 civil society organisations who are demanding that he provide proof to back his edict that the HIV/AIDS Confidential Reporting Form…