Excitement has been building in Miami ahead of the 19th Annual Best of the Best Music Fest 2025, and the energy hit new heights at the recent press launch held at Cerveceria La…
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The Notorious B.I.G.: 8 Fascinating Facts About His Life, Legacy and Jamaican Heritage
Christopher Wallace, better known to the world as The Notorious B.I.G., remains one of the most revered figures in hip hop history. Though his career was cut tragically short, his music, persona and…
5 Things to Know About the Re-Released Bob Marley Documentary
Bob Marley’s 80th birthday is being honored with the re-release of MARLEY, the acclaimed 2012 documentary that explores the life and legacy of the reggae legend. Whether you’re a longtime fan or curious…
Dennis Minott | Patterson Report’s missed opportunity on ‘pools’ timetabling
The 2021 Patterson Commission Report on education reform in Jamaica was a well-meaning and long-overdue initiative. It offered broad recommendations on governance, teacher training, early childhood education, and funding. However, it overlooked a…
Shari-Ann Henry | Justice for Jamaica’s children: Strengthen child-protection laws
Justice is the foundation of a fair and equitable society, and ensuring the protection of vulnerable children is a fundamental aspect of justice. The United Nations International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural…
Did You Know Beenie Man Was Recently Honored in Atlanta? Here’s Why
The Jamaican Museum and Cultural Center (JMCC) in Atlanta has honored dancehall icon Moses “Beenie Man” Davis with a cultural award recognizing his lifelong contributions to Jamaican music and culture. The award was…
WEEKLY DEVOTIONAL: Worship that Costs Everything
Worshipping God when things are going well is easy. But what happens when prayers go unanswered, doors slam shut, or the diagnosis isn’t good? Worshipping God in these situations can be difficult, and,…
How Seymour Newman Quietly Became One of Jamaica’s Greatest Middle-Distance Runners
For 45 years, Jamaica’s national 800 metres record stood unchallenged. Many had forgotten the man who set it—until Navasky Anderson broke the mark in 2023. That man was Seymour Newman: reclusive, fiercely private,…
Jamaican Khadija ‘Bunny’ Shaw Honoured at 2025 Football Black List Awards
Jamaican football star Khadija “Bunny” Shaw has been honoured with the prestigious Cyrille Regis Award at the 2025 Football Black List Awards, held at the Emirates Stadium in London. This special award is…
Ken Boothe Returns to Stage After 5-Year Hiatus, Honored with Lifetime Award in Florida
After five years away from live performance, Jamaican reggae legend Ken Boothe returned to the spotlight in April 2025 with an emotional and inspiring appearance at the 12th annual Rhythms of Africa: Music…