For Christians everywhere, the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ are the cornerstone of our faith (1 Corinthians 15:12-14). More than an act of injustice or tragedy, the crucifixion is the ultimate expression…
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From Spanish Town to New York: Davia Willis on Navigating Life as a Jamaican Studying Abroad
In the very first episode of Jamaicans Studying Abroad, we sit down with Davia Willis, a proud Jamaican from Spanish Town, St. Catherine, who’s currently studying Criminal Justice at John Jay College of…
Jamaica’s Christania Williams Finds New Glory on Ice in Two-Woman Bobsleigh
Jamaican Olympian Christania Williams is no stranger to speed. Known for her lightning-fast starts and a silver medal in the 4x100m relay at the 2016 Rio Olympics, Williams has now taken that explosive…
A Historic Start: Grand Slam Track Delivers a Spectacular Debut in Kingston
The energy was electric, the performances world-class, and the stakes higher than ever as the Grand Slam Track series kicked off its inaugural season in Kingston, Jamaica. Over three thrilling days at the…
Jamaican-Born Millionaire, Trisha Bailey, Inducted into UConn Business Hall of Fame
Trisha Bailey’s journey from the rural roads of Jamaica to the prestigious University of Connecticut (UConn) Business Hall of Fame is nothing short of inspiring. Bailey has broken barriers, defied expectations, and built…
Pimento Jamaican Kitchen in Minneapolis Opens New Location
The Pimento Jamaican Kitchen was the winner of the Food Network’s “Food Court Wars” in 2013 and made its mark on Eat Street in Minneapolis, Minnesota, with its signature jerk chicken. Now the…
Gordon Robinson | Pick a winner wouldja please?
Despite recent verbosity from Constitutional Affairs Minister, another “General” Election is likely before July. The last PM who delayed the call due to another “call” endured a catastrophic weather event and lost an…
Adekeye Adebajo | Pretoria versus Washington: Trump’s white mischief
South Africa currently finds itself in a wrestling match with the white supremacist US administration of Donald Trump. This situation has been exacerbated by AfriForum and Solidarity delegations misrepresenting the plight of still…
Sister Nancy’s One Two Returns: A Reggae Classic Reborn for Record Store Day 2025
On April 12, 2025—just in time for International Record Store Day—VPAL is reissuing one of reggae’s most iconic albums: One Two by Sister Nancy. Originally released in 1982 and reissued on CD in…
WEEKLY DEVOTIONAL: Pursuing Peace and Holiness
In a world filled with tension, misunderstandings, and division, the call of Hebrews 12:14 rings loud and clear: “Make every effort to live in peace with everyone and to be holy; without holiness no one…