Photo Highlights from Emancipation Day 2015 hosted by Friends of Jamaica in Atlanta
Friends of Jamaica in Atlanta Inc. hosted an Emancipation day fundraiser on August 1, 2015. The event featured music, poetry, skits, singing, dancing and a presentation on the Friends of Jamaica Atlanta mission. Ms. Jewel Scott Jamaica’s Honarary Consul to Atlanta was a guest at the event. The main guest speaker was author, Dr. Glen […]
The Jamaicanized Version of the 2015 Beijing World Championships Schedule – Download it today
Bruce James, President of Jamaica’s MVP track club has released the “Jamaicanized” version of the 2015 Beijing World Championships Schedule. This easy to read schedule provides you with the days and time of the events that include a Jamaican athlete(s). Bruce James also offered his predictions on the events expected to have Jamaican finalists.
“Being Jamaican is all about this hat!” – SMILE JAMAICA PHOTOS
Our feature “Smile Jamaica” highlights some positives about Jamaica and Jamaicans. We asked Varon at the New York Jerk Festival, “Why do you love being Jamaican?” – Photo by Jeana Lindo Being Jamaican is all about this hat! The “Smile Jamaica” series is open to anyone who loves Jamaica and/or Jamaicans. If you would like to participate […]
Jamaican Singer/Songwriter, Kristine Alicia releases “Freedom Fighters” video
Jamaican-born Florida based Singer/Songwriter, Kristine Alicia, is set to premiere the official music video to her widely acclaimed single “Freedom Fighters” on the 18th of August, 2015 at a viewing party from 7:00pm at RED Cafe and Lounge, 2001 Harrison Street, Hollywood, FL 33020. “Freedom Fighters” is the first single from her upcoming sophomore album […]
Reflections on 2015 Diaspora Conference “Day of Service”
The Day of Service aspect of the Conference was a great success, from the perspectives of both the Diaspora participants and the recipients in Jamaica. The 2015 Day of Service, a plan that encourages the diaspora delegates to engage in community programs during the conference, was an improvement on the program which was first introduced […]
Jamaica Ranks Fifth on List of 7 Nations Near Bankruptcy
Moody’s Investors’ Servicers has issued a list of countries that are either very close to bankruptcy or that have narrowly missed that circumstance. While Jamaica is on the list, it is the only nation given a “positive” outlook from Moody’s. Jamaica has a credit rating of Caa2, which is among the worst, but it represents […]
Top 10 Travel Tips to Make Jamaica Your Home Away from Home
The best way to get to know Jamaica is to meet the warm, friendly people. Whether it is in Kingston, Montego Bay, Negril, Ocho Rios, the South Coast or Port Antonio, the best way to meet the people is to immerse oneself in the island’s daily life. From going to an all-night beach party, to […]
South Florida Physician Set to Travel to IAAF World Championships: Taking Jamaica’s Team to Gold!
Leading South Florida chiropractic physician Dr. Michael Douglas of Douglas Chiropractic & Medical is proud to announce his medical leadership and participation in the 2015 IAAF WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP as TEAM DOCTOR and SPORTS THERAPIST for the JAMAICAN WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP TEAM. The Games will begin August 22nd, 2015 in Beijing, China. Providing state-of-the-art sports medicine treatments […]
Rewarding Jamaica Journey for Ninja Crown “Talk Up” Signature T-Shirt by Cooyah Clothing
Rewarding Jamaica Journey for Ninja Crown “Talk Up” Signature T-Shirt Line by Cooyah Clothing Wednesday August, 12th, 2015 – When world renowned sound system selector Ninja Crown teamed up with Cooyah Clothing for “TalkUp, his idea was simple and precise, to open honest dialogues and use his voice to make a difference. The dj/radio host […]
