April 4–6, 2025, will go down as historic, with the launch of the Grand Slam Track multi-national track and field invitational meet. Jamaica was chosen as the place for this inaugural staging, and…
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WEEKLY DEVOTIONAL: Walking in the Spirit
The Christian life is not merely about following rules; it is about following a Person, Jesus Christ, through the presence and power of the Holy Spirit. Paul urges us in Galatians 5:16 to “walk in…
Think You Know Jamaican Culture? These Unspoken Rules Say Otherwise
Every culture has its unspoken rules—those little behaviors everyone just knows without being told. For Jamaicans, both at home and abroad, these social codes are a blend of respect, tradition, and everyday practicality….
What’s it Like Being a Jamaican Living in Detroit, Michigan? Gavin Beckford Shares His Story
While Detroit may not be the first place that comes to mind when you think of the Jamaican diaspora, it’s home to Gavin Beckford, a proud son of Stony Hill, St. Andrew, who…
Keith Richards Names a Reggae Classic as His All-Time Favorite Song
When you think of Keith Richards, what comes to mind? Gritty guitar riffs, Rolling Stones swagger, and a lifetime of rock ‘n’ roll rebellion. But behind the scenes, Richards has long harbored a…
The Story Of: Colonial Roots and the Complex Legacy of Brown’s Town
Brown’s Town, nestled in the lush hills of St. Ann, is Jamaica’s largest inland market town and a bustling cultural hub with a deep and often complex history. Once known as Hamilton Town,…
Commissioner John Hodgson Launches Lauderhill Rising Stars Talent Show To Spotlight Local Youth
Lauderhill is preparing to showcase its brightest young talent with the launch of the Lauderhill Rising Stars Talent Show, a new community initiative championed by Jamaican-born Lauderhill City Commissioner John T. Hodgson. Designed…
Mark Wignall | Case of pot calling the kettle black
In April, Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) ministers Edmund Bartlett and Kamina Johnson Smith wrote to Integrity Commission (IC) chairman Carol Lawrence Beswick, expressing concern about the appointment of Roneiph Lawrence as acting director…
Jalil Dabdoub | A crisis of conscience
The rule of law and human rights form the cornerstone of democratic governance. In Jamaica, persistent extrajudicial killings and the growing culture of impunity pose a serious threat to these democratic principles. We…
Jamaican Born Doctor Honored with Distinguished Physician Community Service Award in Connecticut
Dr. Camelia Lawrence, a board-certified breast surgeon born in Jamaica, was honored with the 2025 Distinguished Physician Community Service Award by the Greater Bridgeport Medical Association. The award recognized her service, leadership, and…