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…
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Christopher Tufton | Prioritising mental health – from home to the workplace
I recently read with interest and was moved by the personal story of Prime Minister of Antigua and Barbuda Gaston Browne in which he shared his family’s experience with mental illness. The article…
Mark Wignall | Riding out the fear
You already know that five men were shot dead in Rockfort at a football game on Monday, October 21. This is the third mass murder in Jamaica in the last couple of months….
Remembering Ranny Williams Jamaican Comedy and Theatre Pioneer on the Occassion of his 112th Birth Anniversary
Born on 26 October 1912 in Colón, Panama, Randolph Samuel “Ranny” Williams, fondly called “Maas Ran,” moved to Jamaica at the age of six, setting down roots that would one day grow into…
WEEKLY DEVOTIONAL: Obedience Over Sacrifice
God had given Saul clear instructions to “utterly destroy the sinners the Amalekites, and fight against them until they be consumed” (1 Samuel 15:15, KJV), but he failed to follow through to completion….
Celebrate World Tripe Day with Our Mouthwatering Curry Tripe and Beans Recipe
Every year on October 24th, food lovers from all corners of the world unite to celebrate World Tripe Day – a day dedicated to honouring one of the most versatile but sometimes controversial…
How Graeme Townshend Made Hockey History as the First Jamaican in the NHL
When you think of Jamaican sports stars, sprinters and cricketers might be the first to come to mind. But Graeme Scott Townshend shattered that image, blazing his own path on the ice as…
An Evening of Melody and Rhythm at the 2024 Miami-Broward Carnival Panorama
This year, the Miami-Broward Carnival celebrated its 40th anniversary with a series of vibrant events. Kicking off the Columbus Day weekend was Panorama. Every year, this celebration of Caribbean culture draws thousands of…
Top 10 Incredible Places You Can Travel Visa-Free with a Jamaican Passport
As Jamaicans, we’re fortunate to hold a passport that opens doors to some of the world’s most awe-inspiring destinations, visa-free or with easy visa access! From breathtaking natural wonders to rich cultural sites,…
The Icon and Activist Peter Tosh : Reggae’s Black Prince
“I want people to get sensitive to the music… if you’re not listening to the message, it’s like a fool dancing to calamity,” Peter Tosh once said. He had a clear vision: music…