On this day in Jamaican History: Historical & cultural sociologist Orlando Patterson

Orlando Patterson

On June 5, 1940 Jamaican-born renowned American historical and cultural sociologist Orlando Patterson was born in Westmoreland, Jamaica. Patterson grew up in May Pen, Clarendon. He is well known for his work regarding issues of race in the America, as well as the sociology of development, and currently holds the John Cowles chair in Sociology […]

“Because Wi Different!!!! ” – SMILE JAMAICA PHOTOS

Our feature “Smile Jamaica” highlights some positives about Jamaica and Jamaicans. We asked the question “what is one thing you love about being Jamaican?” at the South Florida Jerk Festival. – Photo by X. Murphy “I love being Jamaican because wi different.” The “Smile Jamaica” series is open to anyone who loves Jamaica and/or Jamaicans. If you would […]

“Sandy” and “Dudus” Coke, Turn to Religion

Christopher Dudus Coke

In 2010, Camille “Sandy” Coke, sister of Tivoli Gardens strongman Christopher “Dudus” Coke, was an influential woman in her West Kingston neighborhood. When security forces came to execute an extradition warrant on her brother, she was also taken into custody with several other individuals. While at the Duhaney Park Police Station, she found solace in […]