FOR the 21 years she was contracted as a security guard she, like so many others, got no paid vacation leave, no sick leave with pay, and for her two pregnancies the four…
JTA finds ally in powerful American teachers’ union
NEGRIL, Westmoreland — An executive from the second-largest teachers’ labour union in America has launched a scathing broadside against the Jamaican Government for what he described as its failure to keep promises made…
Tap Up Riddim
Tap Up Riddim NEW RELEASE Massive B presents the Tap Up Riddim, a reggae dancehall riddim with a throwback feel. This riddim was made in 1990, but was forgotten about by producer Bobby…
Reggae Vibes Spotify Playlist #30
Reggae Vibes Spotify Playlist #30 STAY UPDATED WITH OUR PICKS OF THE WEEK In general, Reggae Vibes’ weekly Spotify Playlist is compiled of tunes that were released in the previous week, a blast…
Caribbean threatened as Florida coral reefs stressed by bleaching
The coral reef off southeast Florida in the United States is experiencing an unprecedented and potentially deadly level of bleaching this summer because of rising ocean temperatures caused by climate change, federal scientists…
8 Jamaican Artists Dominating UK Music Charts
The vibrant rhythms and melodies of Jamaican music have undeniably woven their way into the UK music scene. From the early days of Desmond Dekker and The Aces to modern-day sensations like Shaggy,…
Natoya Goule-Toppin Aims for Historic 800m Medal at World Athletics Championships in Budapest
Jamaicans are once again expecting history-making performances by Jamaican athletes at the 2023 World Athletics Championship in Budapest, Hungrary. 800-meter specialist Natoya Goule-Toppin takes the stage at the Championships with an aim to…
Why are More Jamaicans Choosing to Relocate to Canada Rather than USA?
In the pursuit of better opportunities, many Jamaicans have historically looked to the United States of America to relocate. However recent data on migration provides insights into how this trend is changing. According…
iCreate shares suspended
Shares in technology company iCreate Limited cannot be traded at this time. This as the Jamaica Stock Exchange (JSE) has taken the decision to immediately suspend trading in the company pending the submission…
Mayor to consider two-week break for street vendors
Downtown Kingston vendors who have relied on a “Run, run, run” signal at the arrival of the police to clear sidewalks blocked with their back-to-school and other items are seeking a two-week break…