Jamaican Teen Pursues Basketball Opportunity in U.S.
Jamaican Kofi Cockburn moved from Kingston to New York eight months ago after listening to stories about the opportunities available there and how he might have a brighter future in the United States than on the island. Now, Cockburn, who at age 15 is 6′ 11″ and weighs 245 pounds, is enjoying a new life […]
I am Proud to be the first Jamaican to lead the Florence Nightingale Commemorative Service Procession
My Day at Westminster Abbey This has truly been a momentous week for me. On 11th May, I led the procession of the lamp as a Florence Nightingale Scholar at The Florence Nightingale Commemorative Service at Westminster Abbey, London. To say, I am proud, is an understatement. To say, I’m humbled, is understandable. To say, I […]
Jamaica Ranks 141 of 167 on the 2016 Global Slavery Index
According to the Global Slavery Index for 2016,which was conducted by the Walk Free Foundation NGO, an estimated 0.212 percent of Jamaica’s population is living in a condition of modern slavery. The index defines modern slavery as an exploitve situation “that a person cannot refuse or leave because of threats, violence, coercion, abuse of power […]
Ikem Smith Wins VYBZING Jamaica Animated Music Video Challenge
Twenty-four-year-old Ikem Smith, freelance visual artist and graduate of Edna Manley College of the Visual and Performing Arts, was the winner of the VYBZING Jamaica Animated Music Video Challenge for 2016. The competition is sponsored by the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB). Along with the honor of winning, Smith will receive a cash prize of US$2,000 […]
Reach Falls, Chill Spot, Green Grotto Caves – This Week’s Picks for Best Jamaica Instagram Photos
Check out this week’s best photos of Jamaica and Jamaican culture on Instagram. Our favorites this week include images from Reach Falls, Chill Spot, Green Grotto Caves. If you would like your photo featured on our site tag your shots with the hashtag #jamaicansphotos and follow us @jamaicans_com on Instagram. Reach Falls, Portland by @africanherbsman22 Chill […]
Day 154 of 365 Things to Do, See & Eat in Jamaica – Ahhh…Ras Natango Gallery and Garden
A special treat for garden lovers is the Ahhh…Ras Natango Gallery and Garden located in Montego Bay. The family proprietors of the garden offer personal tours to describe the birds, trees, and plants on display. The location features spectacular views of Montego Bay too. You might even catch a glimpse of the Moth Hummingbird during […]
Mandeville Regional Hospital Encouraged to Continue Change in Culture of Blood Donation
With the successful staging of the “One Love, One Blood” Donation Drive on May 30, the Mandeville Regional Hospital is encouraged to continue the process of changing the culture of blood donation through several initiatives. Some of the plans that the Hospital will undertake include an analysis of the Blood Drive to make plans for […]
Inaugural Nursing Symposium Challenges Nurses to do What is Right at all Times
At a time when nurses are challenged to give of their best, one noted educator is appealing to nurses to do what is right at all times and go beyond what is expected of them. Principal of the Hampton High School, Mrs. Heather Murray made the challenge at the inaugural 2016 Nursing Symposium staged by […]
Laser Treatment for Diabetic Retinopathy to begin at Mandeville Regional Hospital in July
In a matter of weeks, laser treatment for diabetic retinopathy which is sight threatening complications caused by uncontrolled diabetes, will begin at the Ophthalmology Clinic at the Mandeville Regional Hospital. The announcement comes on the heels of the visit of Chief Executive of The Queen Elizabeth Diamond Jubilee Trust, Dr. Astrid Bonfield to the Clinic […]