Prosthetics is no barrier for this young Jamaican nurse trainee
Very often, a physical disability becomes a significant setback in an individual’s ability to lead a normal, successful life. For Valrie “Kim” Johnson of Cox Street, Port Maria, St Mary, Jamaica, failure to achieve her life goals as a result of a physical impairment was never to be an option. Every apparent barrier in her life would […]
“Really, our uniqueness…” – SMILE JAMAICA PHOTOS
Our feature “Smile Jamaica” highlights positives about Jamaica and Jamaicans. We asked Carlton at the Palm Beach Jerk Festival, “What is it about Jamaica or Jamaicans that makes you smile?” – Photo by Steven Gordon “Really, our uniqueness…and, I mean, internationally they portray di negative side of things but it always positive, you know. It’s […]
Kabaka Pyramid, Jah Bouks confirmed for Jamaica Music Conference 2015, November 20- 22, 2015
Roots-rock reggae singer Kabaka Pyramid, one of the stand out performers at this year’s reggae Reggae Sumfest and Jah Bouks who shot to fame with his reggae anthem “Call Angola” in 2013 are confirmed participants at the third annual Jamaica Music Conference 2015 which takes place at the University of the West Indies, Nonook and […]
David Hinds, Sister Carol To Be Feted at Rasta Banquet Marking 85th Anniversary of Coronation of Haile Selassie I
Two of reggae music’s most devout proponents will be lauded by Diaspora African Rastafari Congress (DARC) on Nov. 8 when the inaugural Ethiophile banquet hosts a banquet commemorating the crowning of Ethiopian Emperor Haile Selassie I. David Hinds lead singer of British reggae band Steel Pulse and avowed Mother Culture, Sister Carol are slated to […]
Third World, Barrington Levy & More for the Grace Jamaican Jerk Festival
Among the many can’t-afford-to-miss features at the Grace Jamaican Jerk Festival, the sizzling entertainment on the Main Stage is undoubtedly high on the list. Each year, Festival Director Abdul Mushin scouts the best talents to ensure patrons leave satisfied, but still wanting more. The 14th annual event on November 8 at Markham Park in Sunrise […]
Reggae Crab Fest, November 21, 2015, Hollywood
If you are a true crab lover then the place to be is the Reggae Crab Fest on November 21, 2015 between 2:00 pm and 9:00pm at the Pavilion behind Holy Sacrament Church in Hollywood. The crabfest features a variety of crabs from the ever popular blue crab to the delicate red crab. Unbelievably creative […]