So, what else has been happening behind my back since I was missing in action presumed dead? Muddled, linear, non-emancipated thinking was rampant. One of the best examples was a Gleaner endorsed call…
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Mark Wignall | No need for PNP to dwell on political panic
My advice is, save the shivering for later, much later and, in the interim, build your team until you are ready for a genuine backsiding or you have met all the criteria needed…
A Jamaican’s Guide To The Best Things To Do In New York in August 2026
August is always a vibrant time in New York City, but this year the energy is even more special as Jamaicans around the world celebrate 64 years of Independence. The Big Apple is…
WEEKLY DEVOTIONAL: “Mommy, Have You Decided?”
One of my favorite memories of my granddaughter comes from a season when she was learning Christian songs. She would sing them with the kind of enthusiasm that only a three-year-old can muster,…
The Numbers That Tell the Story: Jimmy Cliff
Jimmy Cliff, born James Chambers, was not just a musician; he was the charismatic face of reggae’s introduction to the world globally. Before the genre became synonymous with Bob Marley’s global superstardom, it…
Heartfelt Tributes Pour in for Consul General Oliver Mair Following New York Appointment
The announcement that Jamaica’s Consul General to Miami, Roderick Oliver Mair, has been appointed as the country’s next Consul General in New York has prompted an outpouring of heartfelt tributes from members of…
Jamaica 64: Independence and Emancipation Celebrations Across the Global Diaspora
As Jamaica celebrates 64 years of Independence, Jamaicans across the globe will once again do what we know best: come together in fellowship to celebrate our heritage, culture and shared identity. From church…
Canadian Reggae Ambassador Launches Reggae Month Canada Initiative
Canadian reggae ambassador and radio personality Robert “SPEXDABOSS” Lloyd is launching Reggae Month Canada, a new cultural initiative inspired by Jamaica’s Reggae Month celebrations. The initiative will officially debut on August 1st, during…
97-Year-Old Jamaican Viral Cooking Star Earns Guinness World Record
At an age when many people are enjoying a quiet retirement, 97-year-old Jamaican Aileen Chin has become the internet’s favourite adopted grandma, winning over millions around the world with her recipes, warmth and…
This Jamaican Artist Designed One of the Eastern Caribbean’s Largest Public Murals
When Anthony “Taoszen” Smith was invited to lead the design of a public mural in St. Vincent and the Grenadines, it marked another milestone for the Jamaican artist, whose growing portfolio of large-scale…