Olympic Champion Sanya Richards-Ross Retires
Jamaica’s Sanya Richards-Ross, one of the most admired athletes to represent the island, has decided to retire from competition at the age of 31. She will attend the 2016 Olympics in Rio as a television commentator, however. Although Richards-Ross’s performance has suffered due to injuries since the her gold medal in the 400-meters at the […]
Marijuana Product Touts Ability to Ease Menstrual Cramps
Foria Relief is a vaginal suppository that uses marijuana to aid in the relief of menstrual cramps. The product is currently available only in California and Colorado and has not been approved by the United States Federal Drug Administration (FDA). According to the product’s website, Foria Relief is made in such a way as to […]
On this day in Jamaican History: Rita Marley was born
On July 25th 1946 Alpharita Constantia Anderson better known as Rita Marley was born in Santiago de Cuba. She is the widow of reggae legend/musician Bob Marley, and a member of the trio the I Threes, Bob Marley’s backup singers . She grew up in the upper level of Beachwood Avenue, located in Kingston, Jamaica. […]
Jamaican Heads Morgan Stanley Diversity Program
Jamaica’s Susan K. Reid, the current head of the Diversity and Inclusion Program at Morgan Stanley, the American financial services firm, migrated to the United States in 1979. She is now leading the effort to hire, retain, develop and advance the diverse group of employees at the multinational firm. Earning a bachelor’s degree at New […]
Three Former Jamaica College Students Competing at the Rio Olympics for 3 countries
In a history-making situation for Jamaica College, three former student athletes have qualified to participate in the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro. They include Fitzroy Dunkley, who will compete in the 400-meter event for Jamaica; Nathaniel Mitchell-Blake, who will run in the 200 meters for Great Britain; and Winston Barnes, also known as […]
Fashion for Courts and Court offices in Jamaica
QUESTION: Dear Legal Wiz, The other day I wanted to the Courts Office and my nephew said I was too sexy, but you know what.. in America we wear shorts and sleeveless to Court. Jamaica is much hotter. Will I really be turned away in my knickers? Samantha Garvey RESPONSE: Dear Samantha, Please see the […]
Day 207 of 365 Things to Do, See & Eat in Jamaica – Take Your Time at Kwame Falls
Kwame Falls is one of the water feature gems of Jamaica. The falls are hidden in the woods of St. Mary. Begin your trip to the falls at the small village of Robin’s Bay, which is close to Anotto Bay. After a hike along a path reserved for ATVs and donkeys, you’ll find the falls […]
Raging Fyah Sizzling Summer Single “Dash Wata” Added to VP Records Reggae Gold 2016
Amid the throws of a successful American tour, self contained Reggae band Raging Fyah sizzling summer hit “Dash Wata” has been blazing the airwaves and added to VP Records popular compilation “Reggae Gold 2016”. Off the band’s third studio album “Everlasting”, the light, flirty and melodious summer anthem has received tremendous positive feedback and has […]
Di Anointed Vale Named Official Brand Ambassador for the Patwa Culcha International Clothing Line, Patwa Apparel
Vale, a producer, singer/songwriter has combined the power of reggae music with the power of the gospel; creating a more powerful and effective music to change lives forever. He is signed to JIFE Music, a division of Palm Branch Media, a media production company and consultancy based in St. Kitts and Nevis. The hard-working musician, […]