Jamaican Men’s Team Achieves “Epic” Upset at World Chess Olympiad
Jamaica’s men’s chess team produced what was termed an “epic” upset during the fourth round in the Open Section of the 42nd World Chess Olympiad in Baku, Azerbaijan. The battle involved Jamaican’s current champion, FM Warren Elliott, who defeated FM Bomo Kigigha on Board One. Brandon Wilson made a recovery from the previous day’s round, […]
Eight Jamaicans Chosen for Obama’s Young Leaders’ Initiative
United States President Barack Obama announced the creation of the Young Leaders of the Americas initiative when he visited Jamaica in April 2015. Eight Jamaicans are among the first 250 young leaders selected to participate in the entrepreneurship program. The initiative is designed to expand opportunities for emerging entrepreneurs and innovators in civil society in […]
Quality Matters!
Have you ever thought about the quality, yes, the quality of what you are giving to God? For some of us, we take great care in making sure the things we give to others meet a certain standard. If it is someone we truly love, we aim for the best. The reverse is also true. […]
Top 7 Jamaican & Caribbean News Stories for the week ending September 9th, 2016
—————————————- THIS WEEK’S TOP NEWS STORIES —————————————- HOLNESS WANTS PARENTS TO REPORT SCHOOLS THAT DENY CHILDREN ENTRY—09/05/16 Jamaican Prime Minister Andrew Holness is urging parents to report schools, teachers or principals that turn children away due to inability to pay fees. The government is committed to providing free access to education to all children in […]
Listen to the Podcast of the Jamaica & Caribbean Weekly News Summary for the week ending September 9 2016
This is a Podcast of the Jamaica & Caribbean Weekly News Summary for the week ending September 9 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.
Day 253 of 365 Things to Do, See & Eat in Jamaica – Relax at Ribbiz Ultra Lounge
Ribbiz Ultra Lounge is a favorite hang-out in Kingston. With a welcoming atmosphere, great music, and a well-stocked bar, the lounge menu features specialty choices like the Curry Goat Burger, Char Sui Pigs Tail, Jerk Pork Burger and Shrimp Balls. Since its opening in 2013, the lounge presents special signature entertainment nights and guest Djs […]