Jamaican Nichole McIntosh Is Head of Nursing at A National Health Service Trust in London
Nichole McIntosh was born in Jamaica, but has lived in London for the past 20 years. As an accomplished and successful nurse and a first-generation immigrant, she is very proud of her Black Caribbean ethnicity. She frequently writes about her Maroon heritage on her “Human Touch” blog and describes her personal experience of how it feels […]
Photo Highlights – Queen Ifrica: A magical night in Brooklyn
The night of November 16th at Milk River Restaurant in Brooklyn was a night to remember. Clear skies a full moon “warm” temperature, Rebel Salute launch and Queen Ifrica all under one roof Upstairs Tony Rebel extended a warm heart felt and very Jamaican invitation to Rebel Salute 2017. Rebel Salute has be one of […]
Photo Highlights: Grace Jerk Festival 2016 Featuring Shaggy, Other Top Caribbean Stars
The 15th staging of the Grace Jerk Festival in South Florida was one to remember. Patrons were treated to a cultural and musical feast that spanned three stages. The Main Stage lineup for 2016 featured artists chosen for their musical talent and also for the various eras of uniquely Jamaican sounds they represent. According to […]
Day 328 of 365 Things to Do, See & Eat in Jamaica – Trace the Steps of Pirates Mary Read and Anne Bonny
When Jamaica’s governor captured the infamous pirate Calico Jack Rackham in 1720 off the coast of Negril, the authorities and public alike were shocked to discover that there were two female members of his motley crew, Mary Read and Anne Bonny. Both were fierce fighters credited with putting up a considerable fight at the capture. […]
Black River Hospital Adds 28 Bed Spaces Through Creative Solutions
Described as simple yet profound, the Black River Hospital in St. Elizabeth has implemented several creative solutions which have created 28 additional bed spaces. The initiatives include the transformation of the hospital’s old maternity ward previously used as an Outpatient Clinic to an overflow Ward for Accident & Emergency patients; retrofitting of two containers to […]
Richie Spice and Bonner brothers add more star power to All Spice Event
The talented and diverse Bonner brothers; Richie Spice, Spanner Banner, Pliers and Snatcha, will be returning with their yearly LIVE concert, All Spice, for Kingston Music Week this December. For this year’s staging however, the brothers have added a plethora of heavy hitters to extend the already fantastic showcase and have made other additions that […]