Carole Joan Crawford, born on 13 February 1943 in Kingston, Jamaica, rose to international fame as the first Jamaican and Caribbean woman to win the prestigious Miss World title in 1963. At just…
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From Track Star to Tennis Champion, Celebrating the inspiring Career of Brigitte Foster-Hylton
Brigitte Ann Foster-Hylton, born on 7 November 1974 in Saint Elizabeth, Jamaica, has carved her name into track and field history as one of Jamaica’s premier 100m hurdlers. Her athletic journey reached a…
The Life and Legacy of Oliver Samuels, King of Comedy and Beloved Jamaican Entertainer
Oliver Adolphus Samuels, celebrated as the “King of Comedy” in Jamaica, is one of the most beloved figures in Caribbean entertainment. Born on 4 November 1948 in the rural village of Harmony Hall,…
Rediscovering Francis Williams: The Jamaican Polymath Erased from Scientific History
In 2023, The Royal Society, the United Kingdom’s storied scientific academy, made history by electing its first Black fellow. Yet, this groundbreaking achievement could have occurred nearly three centuries earlier if not for…
Andrew Holness | Pressing the gas on dismantling gangs
What was to be a day for honouring our heroes and our highest ideals as a country ended with yet another manifestation of the organised criminal violence that plagues Jamaica. The murder of…
Dennis Minott | Why these 14 SMR falsehoods?
Citizens, here are 14 misconceptions often promoted about small modular reactors (SMRs) and their feasibility for small island developing states (SIDS) like Jamaica: 1. SMRs are quick to deploy Falsehood: SMRs can be…
WEEKLY DEVOTIONAL: “Come”
In his letter to the Hebrews, the writer exhorts his readers: “Come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need” (Hebrews…
The Unmatched Legacy of West Indies Cricket Legend Courtney Walsh
Born on October 30, 1962, in Kingston, Jamaica, Courtney Andrew Walsh grew up in the Half Way Tree area, where his love for cricket took root at the Melbourne Cricket Club. Standing at…
10 Remarkable Jamaican Inventors and the Stories Behind Their Inventions
Jamaica has long been celebrated for its vibrant culture, musical contributions, and athletic prowess. But beyond the beaches and reggae beats, this island nation has given rise to brilliant inventors whose creations have…
Bob Andy: The Life, Music, and Legacy of Reggae’s Most Influential Songwriter
Born Keith Anderson on October 28, 1944, in Kingston, Jamaica, Bob Andy was a trailblazing force in reggae. Renowned for his poetic songwriting and soulful vocals, he became one of reggae’s most influential…