Jimmy Cliff, born James Chambers, was not just a musician; he was the charismatic face of reggae’s introduction to the world globally. Before the genre became synonymous with Bob Marley’s global superstardom, it…
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Heartfelt Tributes Pour in for Consul General Oliver Mair Following New York Appointment
The announcement that Jamaica’s Consul General to Miami, Roderick Oliver Mair, has been appointed as the country’s next Consul General in New York has prompted an outpouring of heartfelt tributes from members of…
Jamaica 64: Independence and Emancipation Celebrations Across the Global Diaspora
As Jamaica celebrates 64 years of Independence, Jamaicans across the globe will once again do what we know best: come together in fellowship to celebrate our heritage, culture and shared identity. From church…
Canadian Reggae Ambassador Launches Reggae Month Canada Initiative
Canadian reggae ambassador and radio personality Robert “SPEXDABOSS” Lloyd is launching Reggae Month Canada, a new cultural initiative inspired by Jamaica’s Reggae Month celebrations. The initiative will officially debut on August 1st, during…
97-Year-Old Jamaican Viral Cooking Star Earns Guinness World Record
At an age when many people are enjoying a quiet retirement, 97-year-old Jamaican Aileen Chin has become the internet’s favourite adopted grandma, winning over millions around the world with her recipes, warmth and…
This Jamaican Artist Designed One of the Eastern Caribbean’s Largest Public Murals
When Anthony “Taoszen” Smith was invited to lead the design of a public mural in St. Vincent and the Grenadines, it marked another milestone for the Jamaican artist, whose growing portfolio of large-scale…
A Life of Service Across Two Jamaicas: Remembering Oliver Nathaniel Williams
On what would have been his 90th birthday, we honour the life of Oliver Nathaniel Williams—a man whose journey from a teenage recruit in colonial Jamaica to respected veteran and public servant reflected…
Lance Neita | Takeaways from the FIFA World Cup
The FIFA World Cup has been put to bed for another four years. The morning after the final came with an emotional hangover for many who had lived through the agony and the…
Jalil Dabdoub | The imperative of principled leadership
An interesting online comment by Dennis A Minott, on my recent column Holness’ Quagmire suggested that the analysis identified the wrong problem. He argued that the real issue is not whether the PM…
WEEKLY DEVOTIONAL: “I Can Do It by Myself”
My granddaughter is three years old, almost four, and she has reached that delightful stage where independence has become her favourite achievement. Whether it is putting on her shoes, buckling a seatbelt, or…