Thanksgiving Eve in Hollywood, Florida, was a night to remember as the world-famous Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, affectionately known as the ‘Guitar Hotel’ for its distinctive design, played host to an…
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WEEKLY DEVOTIONAL: When the Facts Do Not Matter
Whenever I read about the foretelling of the birth of John the Baptist, as recorded in Luke 1, my sympathy goes out to Zacharias, the priest. Of him and his wife Elisabeth we are…
Jamaican Excellence Takes Centre Stage at the 2024 Best of Jamaica Awards
Miramar, FL – December 13, 2024 – The inaugural in-person staging of the Best of Jamaica Awards dazzled the Jamaican diaspora with an evening of celebration, cultural pride, and recognition. Held on December…
Byron Blake | Nuclear power: Take the warnings seriously
Why Portmore should go solar? That was the question posed by Maurice Miller in his article in The Sunday Gleaner, of November 24. It is a critical and timely question, given issues such…
Dennis Minott | Small axes, bigger impact, greener Jamaica’s futures
As Jamaica stands at the crossroads of its energy future, the call for fairness, resilience, and sustainability is louder than ever. The impending expiration of the Jamaica Public Service Company (JPS) monopoly presents…
Young Jamaican Filmmaker’s Short Film Featured at Los Angeles Film Festival
BLV, a short film directed by rising Jamaican filmmaker JP Williams, has earned an official selection at the 2024 FilmGood Festival in Los Angeles. This prestigious event, known for spotlighting underrepresented voices in independent cinema,…
WEEKLY DEVOTIONAL: “Be still, and know that I am God”
Some of us know the verse: “Be still, and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations; I will be exalted in the earth” (Psalm 46:10, ESV). The Amplified Bible puts it this…
2024 Best of Jamaica Awards: Honouring Top Media, Entertainment and Sports Awardees
The Best of Jamaica Awards has long been a celebration of Jamaican talent, creativity, and cultural excellence. In its 25th year, the 2024 awards introduced two exciting social categories: Judges’ Pick and Merit…
The Best of Jamaica 2024: Honouring Icons, Innovators, and Change Makers
The Best of Jamaica 2024 recognises individuals and organisations whose contributions embody excellence and leave a lasting impact on their communities and the diaspora. From trailblazers to innovators, the awards honour those who…
The Best of Jamaica 2024: People’s Choice Picks for the Best Food, Events, and Hospitality Across the Island
We are thrilled to unveil the Best of Jamaica 2024 honourees, representing the pinnacle of excellence across the island. From culinary delights to cultural experiences and hospitality, these honourees embody the spirit of…