Clarendon, the third largest but one of Jamaica’s youngest parishes, has a rich history that dates back to the time of the Tainos, the island’s indigenous people. Before the arrival of the Spaniards…
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Remembering Millie Small, the Trailblazing Jamaican Songbird Who Conquered the World
Millicent Dolly May Small, affectionately known as Millie Small, was the first Jamaican artist to break onto the international music scene with her ska hit “My Boy Lollipop.” Born on 6th October 1946…
Dennis Minott | Gulping down elephants yet filtering out sandflies
Jamaica’s political landscape today reveals a concerning trend of deflection and hypocrisy. The public discourse surrounding certain national leaders underscores an uncomfortable truth: supporters prioritise protecting reputations over addressing…
Horace Chang | A balanced approach to unexplained wealth orders in Jamaica
There has been much public discourse regarding the proposal for Unexplained Wealth Orders (UWOs) to be incorporated into Jamaica’s legislative framework, with proponents touting it as a potential panacea for all ills. In…
Remembering Delroy Wilson OD, Jamaica’s First Child Star & Pioneering Rocksteady Icon
Delroy George Wilson was a pioneer of Jamaican music, often referred to as the country’s first child star. His career began at the tender age of 13, when he had to be lifted…
The 1975 Bob Marley & Stevie Wonder “Dream Concert” in Kingston Jamaica Revisited
On 4 October 1975, music legends Bob Marley and Stevie Wonder shared the stage in a historic concert at the National Stadium in Kingston, Jamaica. Aptly named the Wonder Dream Concert, this event…
Remembering Jamaican Airman William Robinson Clarke, the First Black Pilot to Fly for Britain in World War I
William Robinson Clarke, affectionately known as “Robbie,” was a trailblazer and the first and only Black pilot to fly for Britain during World War I. Born on 4 October 1895 in Kingston, Jamaica,…
WEEKLY DEVOTIONAL: Loving One Another God’s Way
Most people do not realize that Paul’s chapter on love, 1 Corinthians 13, continues his thoughts on spiritual gifts (Chapter 12). As wonderful as these gifts are, having been given to the Church by…
Exploring Jamaica’s Historic Castles: Dark Tales and Architectural Wonders
Did you know Jamaica has castles? Though in most instances Jamaica’s historic castles are actually former great houses constructed by plantation owners during the colonial era, serving as symbols of wealth and power….
The Life and Legacy of John Brown Russwurm, Jamaican Abolitionist & Pioneering Pan Africanist
John Brown Russwurm (October 1, 1799 – June 9, 1851) was a Jamaican-born abolitionist and pioneer in the fields of journalism, education, and governance, who dedicated his life to improving the lives of…