Toni-Ann Singh Crowned Miss Jamaica World 2019

Toni-Ann Singh has been crowned Miss Jamaica World 2019 during ceremonies held in London, United Kingdom. The 23-year old was born in Morant Bay, St. Thomas and is a recent graduate of Florida State University (FSU). She immigrated to the United States 14 years ago. Singh competed against a field of 16 hopefuls to earn […]

Could Patois Becomes Jamaica’s Second Official Language?

The University of the West Indies (UWI) Jamaican Language Unit plans for national public discussions about how to position the Jamaican language appropriately in official places. The discussion, to be held under the title “Make Jamaican Official…Just Do It,” represents the unit’s contribution to the 100-day-long celebration honoring Dr. Louise  Bennett-Coverley, prominent folklorist, poet, and […]