HIS political fortunes have risen in recent months due to his own push to project himself and his message more, and on the other hand, by a ruling Administration that continues to lose…
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Audra Diptée | The secret history of Jamaica’s Independence
As Jamaicans celebrate another year of political independence, some time should also be taken for sombre reflection on the nation’s history. In my work as a historian, I have had the opportunity to…
Theresa Rodriguez-Moodie and Anthony Greenway | Rio Cobre: More effective environmental monitoring needed
Following the major pollution incident in the Rio Cobre in July 2022, the Jamaica Environment Trust (JET) decided to investigate the efficacy of the environmental water-quality monitoring conducted by the Jamaica Bauxite Institute…
Pembroke Pines Mayor Honors Jamaica’s 61 Years of Independence with a Heartfelt Proclamation
On 2 August, the Mayor of Pembroke Pines, Florida, Mayor Frank Ortis, shared a special proclamation recognizing Jamaica’s 61 years of Independence. Alongside the City Commission, Mayor Ortis officially designated 6 August 2023,…
Machel Montano to receive Key to the City of Kingston
TRINIDAD and Tobago soca star Machel Montano is to be honoured with a Key to the City of Kingston on Sunday evening at the National Stadium. The event, which will be one of…
Dayton in hot water
COMMENTS made by People’s National Party (PNP) General Secretary Dr Dayton Campbell at a political meeting in Clarendon last month have resulted in him being slapped with a defamation lawsuit by Government Minister…
Sunshine Girls, Women’s Volleyball and Reggae Girlz: History-Making Moments by Jamaican Sportswomen
Jamaica’s sportswomen have made history in a number of sports venues in recent days. First among them is the remarkable performance of the national women’s football team, the Reggae Girlz, that, for the…
Listen to the Podcast of the Jamaica & Caribbean Weekly News Summary for the week ending August 4 2023
This is a Podcast of the Jamaica & Caribbean Weekly News Summary for the week ending August 4, 2023. The JAMAICA WEEKLY News Summary Podcast is brought to you by Jamaicans.com. For past…
Do Jamaicans Mispronounce Your Name? 31 Names Jamaicans Take Pleasure in Butchering
Jamaicans are known for their special talent when pronouncing names, blending them with the richness of our diverse ethnicity and culture. Jamaicans.com recently conducted a poll to discover the most common of these…