8 Music Genres You May Not Know Were Created & Influenced by Jamaica
Jamaican music is known worldwide but many people are unaware of just how much this tiny island has contributed to the industry, and not just Reggae. Recent hit songs released by Rihanna (Work) and Justin Bieber (Sorry) undoubtedly fall within the genre of Jamaican reggae/dancehall music, a sign of how our music has become mainstream. […]
This day in Jamaican History: Jamaica Tourist Board established
On April 1, 1955 the Tourist Trade Development Board officially became the Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB). In 1922 the Jamaican government had established the Tourist Trade Development Board but realized in 1954, the need for a more effective organization. The Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB) is Jamaica’s national tourism agency. The JTB is a public company […]
Caribbean Spicy Okra Recipe
Our Caribbean Spicy Okra Recipe is perfect of for a meatless meal. Even if you are not a fan of okras you will enjoy the taste of this seasoned dish. Ingredients: 1 tsp salt 1/2 tsp black pepper 2 tbsp vegetable oil 2 (28 ounces) cans tomatoes (diced) 2 medium onions, (chopped coarsely) 1 lb. […]
Top 7 Jamaican & Caribbean News Stories for the week ending April 1st, 2016
—————————————- THIS WEEK’S TOP NEWS STORIES —————————————- AUDIT OF GOVERNMENT’S WEBSITE ORDERED—03/29/16 Dr. Andrew Wheatley, Jamaica’s Minister of Science, Energy and Technology, wants security audits of the websites of all the government’s ministries, agencies and departments to determine how vulnerable they are to cyber attacks. Wheatley noted that a number of government websites have experienced […]
Listen to the Podcast of the Jamaica & Caribbean Weekly News Summary for the week ending April 1st, 2016
This is a Podcast of the Jamaica & Caribbean Weekly News Summary for the week ending April 1st, 2016 . The JAMAICA WEEKLY News Summary Podcast is brought to you by Jamaicans.com. For past Jamaica & Caribbean Weekly News Podcasts please visit our archives.
This day in Jamaican history: Jamaican-American poet Claudia Rankine won the National Book Critics Circle Award
Jamaican-American poet Claudia Rankine won the National Book Critics Circle Award for Poetry for her book “Citizen: An American Lyric.” She was also a finalist for in the Award’s criticism category, which made her book the first in the history of the award to receive a double nomination. Rankine was born in Kingston received a […]
Day 92 of 365 Things to Do, See & Eat in Jamaica – See Under the Sea
When visiting the cliffsides in Negril, check out the snorkeling options. You can find a vendor to take you out to the reef for your snorkeling adventure, or you can choose a sightseeing boat ride along the cliffs. Perfect for getting some great photos. In case you missed any of the past “365 Things to […]
New York Times Features Jamaica
In an article entitled “Jamaica, Beyond the Beach,” the New York Times features the island of Jamaica as remaking itself as a glamorous destination and an eco-tourism attraction. It makes special mention of the importance of the country’s “African-inflected culture,” its dramatic history, and its complex ethnic and political dynamics. Also described is how Jamaica’s […]
