• Sun, 23 August 2026

Jamaica Rises to 49th in Global Happiness Rankings, Second in the Caribbean

The World Happiness Report 2026 is out, and Jamaica’s latest ranking offers more than just a number. The country now sits 49th globally, firmly within the top third of the 147 countries ranked, and marks a notable jump from 73rd in 2025, pointing to a clear shift in how Jamaicans are assessing their quality of […]

Jamaica Takes Over NBC’s Today Show in Multi-Day Cultural Showcase from Ocho Rios

Jamaica was placed firmly in the global spotlight as Today aired two special episodes from Ocho Rios, delivering a multi-day showcase of the island’s culture, music and cuisine to millions of viewers. Hosted by Jenna Bush Hager and Sheinelle Jones, the broadcasts combined travel, entertainment and storytelling into an immersive look at Jamaica’s visitor experience—from […]

The Art and Ascent of Keddan Savage

In Jamaica, we often underestimate the impact of beautifying public spaces. It’s not just about aesthetics, but how thoughtfully designed environments can shape our well-being—and nowhere is this more evident than in Downtown Kingston’s evolving arts district. Through the work of Kingston Creative, once-decrepit buildings have been transformed into vibrant canvases, shifting not only the […]

Jamaican Schools Dominate AmeriCheer 2026 with Multiple Championship Wins

Jamaican teams delivered an exceptional showing at the 2026 AmeriCheer International Championships in Orlando, Florida, securing multiple first-place finishes across divisions and reinforcing the island’s growing strength in competitive cheerleading on the global stage. From primary to high school level—and even club teams—Jamaican athletes stood out among international competitors, with several teams returning home as […]

Meet Wayne Carnegie: Jamaican Animator, Educator and Cultural Storyteller

From Clarendon to contributing to major productions on Netflix, Wayne Carnegie a.k.a Drawtist has built a career in one of the world’s most competitive creative industries. With more than 15 years of experience in animation and a growing role in shaping future talent, his work sits at the intersection of global production and Jamaican creative […]

Reggae Takes Centre Stage at the Launch of London’s Harlesden Music Walk

Harlesden’s deep-rooted connection to reggae music has been brought into sharp focus with the unveiling of commemorative paving stones honouring some of the most influential figures in the genre, including Jamaican legend Dennis Brown. The initiative, part of the wider Harlesden Bassline project, celebrates the area’s long-standing reputation as the “reggae capital of Britain”—a title […]