• Tue, 23 June 2026

VIDEO: Rihanna Salutes Dancehall Music at MTV Video Music Awards (VMA)

Rihanna Salutes Dancehall Music

The MTV Video Music Awards on August 28, 2016, were marked by Rihanna, who was expected to provide some highlights of the program and did not disappoint. :Bad Gal RiRi’s” performance of some serious dancehall style. Wearing silk pants, a furry bra, fishnet do-rag and backed up by dozens of dancers, Rihanna showed her love […]

Where is the Hero’s Welcome for Usain Bolt’s return to Jamaica?

Why Jamaicans Should be Proud

A few persons called me yesterday…The words and tone were very distubing to me. And I couldn’t determine why. But today as I read the news about Usain Bolt’s return to Jamaica, I recalled the words that were repeated to me vividly over and over again yesterday by friends. They said “Bolt, went home quietly” […]

Adult Literacy Rate in Jamaica Reaches 87 Percent

Adult Literacy Rate in Jamaica

According to the Jamaican Foundation for Lifelong Learning (JFLL), Jamaica’s adult literacy rate is currently 87 percent. Dr. Grace-Camille Munroe, JFLL’s deputy executive director and the organization’s director of education services, stated that the country continues to lag behind other Caribbean nations and this has a negative impact on its competitiveness and productivity. Munroe noted […]

“Life Is Relaxing!!!! ” – 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 Jamaica?” at the South Florida Jerk Festival. – Photo by X. Murphy “I love Jamaica because life is relaxing!!! No stress.”   The “Smile Jamaica” series is open to anyone who loves Jamaica and/or Jamaicans. […]

Some on Social Media Compare Usain Bolt & Colin Kaepernick Responses to U.S. National Anthem

In 2012 Jamaican gold medal sprinter Usain Bolt interrupted a post-race interview with a Mexican reporter to listen to the US National Anthem.

In 2012, right after he had won his second consecutive 100-meter Olympic gold medal, Jamaica’s sprint champion Usain Bolt interrupted a live interview with a Mexican reporter from the Spanish-language network Television Espanola when he heard the national anthem of the United States playing in the background. Upon hearing the anthem, Bolt stopped the interview […]

#MBCGoesLive Offers Big Rebranding Approach for Miami Broward Carnival

Miami Broward Carnival(MBC) and MasLife365 hosted the #MBCGoesLive Soiree at the Betsy Hotel to officially unveil the new wwwMiamiBrowardCarnival.com website. The sunset rooftop reception was the perfect backdrop for the reveal of the fresh new site. Miami Broward Carnival attracts up to 60,000 visitors yearly. Held on Columbus Day weekend, Miami Carnival has contributed the […]

Day 244 of 365 Things to Do, See & Eat in Jamaica – Get Some Exercise with a View

Paddle Board Jamaica

At Paddle Board Jamaica in Montego Bay, you and the family can rent paddleboards and enjoy great views of the bay while getting exercise at the same time. Vendors also give lessons along with the paddleboard rentals so you’ll know what you’re doing. Guided tours are also available for boarders of all skill levels. About […]

Miss Lou’s Birthday to be celebrated with Online Party

The Jamaica Cultural Development Commission (JCDC) will be celebrating the 97th Anniversary of the birth of the Hon. Louise Bennett–Coverley OM, OJ, MBE, affectionately called Miss Lou with an online party, dubbed “Saluting Miss Lou: Aunty Roachy Online Party” on her birthday, Wednesday, September 7, 2016. The Online Party, which is a two-pronged celebration, will […]