5 Questions with Rukie Wilson, Candidate for Global Jamaica Diaspora Council Northeast USA
Rukie Wilson is a Juvenile Justice Practitioner based in Washington, DC. She is a proud Howard University alumna with two bachelor’s degrees, one in Political Science and the other in Administration of Justice. She holds a Master’s of Business Administration from the University of the District of Columbia. Rukie was born in Kingston, Jamaica and […]
5 Questions with Peter Gracey, Candidate for Global Jamaica Diaspora Council South USA
Peter Gracey, a Community Advocate, has dedicated his life to helping his fellow man. He’s a community leader and grassroots organizer. He has won both institutional and widespread respect for his dedication to uplifting the ordinary families and communities. In 2019, Peter was awarded the People Profile Executive Leadership Award from the Jamaican Consul General […]
Jamaican-Born Hamlin Grange Awarded Order of Canada
Hamlin Washington Grange, the brother of Jamaica’s Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment, and Sport Olivia Grange, has been awarded the Order of Canada in recognition of his “pioneering work in diversity and inclusion” and as a “passionate change agent for social justice.” Minister Grange expressed the pride she has in her brother’s accomplishments, noting that […]
10 Things You Should Know about the Investment Fraud That Has Usain Bolt Missing Millions
Jamaica’s legendary Olympian Usain Bolt is one of some 30 individuals, including a current Member of Parliament, impacted by a massive fraud at the investment firm, Stocks and Securities Limited (SSL). Sources report the fraud, which was allegedly perpetrated by a former employee, totals over US$1.2 billion. Here’s what you need to know about this […]
5 Jamaicans Listed among Rolling Stone’s 200 Greatest Singers of All Time
Rolling Stone published a ranking of the 200 best singers in history, and five Jamaicans made the list: Dennis Brown at Number 67, Toots Hibbert at Number 94, Bob Marley at Number 98, Barrington Levy and Number 119, and Luciano at Number 143. The 2022 list was created with input from its staff and other […]
Jamaica’s Severe Mental Health Challenge Requires Action, not Talk
Prime Minister Andrew Holness announced this past Wednesday, January 4, 2023, at the Heal the Family, Heal the Nation conference, held at the National Arena, in Kingston, that the Government will be pursuing a direct and deliberate program, in partnership with the church, to provide robust intervention that supports mental health in the population. According […]
Caribbean-Jamaican Restaurant Included on List of 15 Best Restaurants in New York’s Times Square
Noms Magazine has compiled a list of the best restaurants located in Times Square in New York City. Among the 15 on the ranked list, Jasmine’s Caribbean Cuisine takes the Number 3 spot. According to Noms, the restaurant is a welcome addition to pre-theater venues with its lively décor and authentic Caribbean flavors. The restaurant […]
Jamaican-Born Dr. Marsha Harris Honored by NCAA for Her Collegiate and Professional Achievements
On January 11, 2023, Jamaican-born Dr. Marsha Harris, a member of the New York University’s Athletics Hall of Fame, was one of six former student athletes honored at the convention of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) for her outstanding achievements during her college years and in her professional life. Harris was recognized with the […]
Listen to the Podcast of the Jamaica & Caribbean Weekly News Summary for the week ending January 13 2023
https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/jamaicans/episodes/2023-01-13T10_28_54-08_00 This is a Podcast of the Jamaica & Caribbean Weekly News Summary for the week ending January 13 2023. The Jamaica Weekly News Summary Podcast is brought to you by Jamaicans.com. For past Jamaica & Caribbean Weekly News Podcasts please visit our archives.
Statue of, Jack Leslie, First-Ever Black British-Jamaican Football Player Unveiled
A statue of Jack Leslie, a pioneering football athlete who would have been the first Black individual to play football for England if he had been allowed to take the field in 1925, was unveiled outside of the stadium of Leslie’s former club, the Plymouth Argyles. Hundreds of fans, family members, and former Argyle players […]