Beenie Man Removed from Ragamuffin Festival Lineup Following Gay Protests

Beenie Man

In New Zealand, the organizers of the 2016 Ragamuffin Festival, slated for February 20 in Auckland, have cut Jamaican dancehall artiste Beenie Man from the lineup after gay activists objected to his appearance due to homophobic lyrics included in some of his songs. He will be replaced by reggae singer Diana King, the first Jamaican […]

“Jamaica nice, nuh rass!!!! ” – SMILE JAMAICA PHOTOS

Our feature “Smile Jamaica” highlights some positives about Jamaica and Jamaicans. We asked the question “what is the one thing you love about Jamaica?” at the South Florida Jerk Festival. – Photo by X. Murphy “Jamaica nice, nuh rass!”     The “Smile Jamaica” series is open to anyone who loves Jamaica and/or Jamaicans. If you […]

History in the Making: Beckford Seeks to Become First Jamaican Gymnast to Compete at Olympics

Reiss Beckford, Jamaican Gymnast

Reiss Beckford, who competed for Jamaica at the World Artistic Gymnastics Championships in Glasgow, Scotland, is campaigning for support of his attempt to become the first Jamaican gymnast to compete in the Olympics Games. Beckford visited with the Jamaican high Commission in London as part of this campaign. Beckford provided Deidre Mills, Deputy High Commissioner, […]

This week on People Profile: Lana Lindo (Waterfalls)

This week on People Profile: Lana Lindo (Waterfalls) Running any Restaurant/Night Club is not easy. Managing such establishment is a serious undertaking that requires commitment, diligence, tact and understanding. You can make the job easier by developing and implementing a series of considered and thorough plans, policies and procedures. As a manger, it’s always better […]