Jamaican Man in Florida Hailed as Hero for Pulling Man, Daughter from Canal

Jamaica Jephtah Thomas, 58, of Plantation, Florida, became a hero during his morning commute when he jumped into a roadside canal and saved a man and his daughter from a van that was sinking in the water. The Plantation Fire Department called Thomas a hero for his spectacular efforts in rescuing the two people after […]
Miss G’s Simple Jamaican Hominy Corn Porridge Recipe

Growing up as a child I loved pudding. Jamaican Hominy Corn Porridge, which uses condensed milk for sweetness and texture, can go a long way in satisfying a pudding urge! A perfect mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla and coconut milk flavors, the resulting hominy porridge is sure to be a favorite of all family members, […]
Blac Chyna and Rob Kardashian Together in Jamaica

After a first-class flight from California’s LAX airport, and just a few days before his birthday, Rob Kardashian flew to Montego Bay, Jamaica, with Blac Chyna, and according to onlookers, both looked happy. Their visit was revealed by Chyna on Snapchat, as both posted several photos and videos that documented their plane ride. Blac Chyna […]
9 Questions with US banking veteran, Jamaican Marcia Barry-Smith

This week we have a conversation with Jamaican, Marcia Barry-Smith (MBS), a senior executive at OneUnited Bank. Marcia has over thirty years of high-level banking experience. She is one of the most revered, recognized and influential Power Brokers in South Florida. Marcia is highly regarded in the national arena as an expert in Community Development […]
Day 75 of 365 Things to Do, See & Eat in Jamaica – All Aboard for an ATV Adventure

Make a visit to Sandy Bay and its safari ranch where you can enjoy a wild ATV off-road adventure via four-wheel bike. You’ll zip past farms, villages like Cascade and Smithfield, citrus groves, the colonial-era Blue Hole Estate, and up a 2,200-foot mountain. There are ample opportunities to stop and take photos, discover one of […]
Jamaica National Building Society To Sponsor True Blue Weekend 2016 – April 1st – 2nd, 2016, Miramar, Florida

The Jamaica National Building Society (JNBS) announced it’s sponsorship of the 12th Annual True Blue Weekend which will take place April 1st – 2nd , 2016. JNBS has been a partner and sponsor of the South Florida event since it’s inception 12 years ago. The 2-day event is hosted by The St. George’s College Old […]
Culinary Workshops serving up exciting and healthy meal ideas

The Jamaica Cultural Development Commission’s (JCDC) Culinary Arts Programme will be hosting a series of regional workshops during the month of March to provide training opportunity and exposure to Jamaicans across the island and to guide and prepare persons interested in entering the 2016 Culinary Competition. There are three remaining workshop in the series, which […]
Assassin A.K.A. Agent Sasco Will Make Sxsw Debut Headlining Sounds of the Caribbean Showcase on March 19 In Support of His U.S. Billboard Charting Reggae Album

It is no wonder why hip hop’s biggest names like Kendrick Lamar and Kanye West sought out dancehall artist Assassin a.k.a. Agent Sasco for some of the most wicked guest verses over the last couple of years. The Jamaican lyricist has been slaying the dancehall scene for over a decade, hence the reason for his […]