Top 7 Jamaican & Caribbean News Stories You Missed The Week Ending December 9th, 2022
THIS WEEK’S TOP NEWS STORIES STATE OF EMERGENCY DECLARED IN JAMAICA IN ATTEMPT TO BATTLE VIOLENT CRIME Prime Minister Andrew Holness of Jamaica announced that his government will institute a widespread state of emergency across the country to fight the rise in violent crime. In a public address, Holness stated that Jamaicans should be able […]
WEEKLY DEVOTIONAL – “Even when I fail you . . . “
It was one of those songs that did not catch my attention right away. However, as the week progressed, I found myself not only humming the tune but looking up the words. Not only was the first stanza deep in its message, but it was also like a recurring theme in my head: “Oh Lord, You’ve […]
Jamaican-American Actress Stacy Rose to Appear in “Little America “ Apple TV Series
Stacy Rose, a Jamaican American actress who was born in Kingston and attended St. Hugh High School, will appear in the second season of the highly praised “Little America” anthology series on Apple TV.. The second season is scheduled to air the first of eight new episodes on December 9, 2022. The series has been […]
Jamaican-Canadian journalist Desmond Loren Brown debuts with children’s book — The Boy and the Honeybees
Jamaican-Canadian journalist and writer Desmond Loren Brown makes his debut as an author of fiction with his children’s book publication, The Boy and the Honeybees. The book shares the adventures of Marvin — a boy from the rural community of White Hall in St. Thomas parish, Jamaica — who loves to watch and play with […]
Atlanta to Host Jamaican Passport and Citizenship Event on December 16, 2022
Jamaica’s Passport, Immigration and Citizenship Agency (PICA) will hold its “Access Jamaica Atlanta” event in Atlanta, Georgia, on December 16 through 18, 2022. The event is a joint effort of the country’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade and the Consulate General of Jamaica, Miami. “Access Jamaica” is a marketing event provided by PICA […]
Manning’s School Class of 1982 Awards Multiple Scholarships
In a display of commitment to student success and academic achievement, the Scholarship Committee of the Manning’s School Class of 1982 Benevolent Trust awarded eight scholarships to graduating fifth formers in October. The scholarships have paved the way for the students to pursue studies in the lower sixth form at Manning’s School, thereby preparing them […]
Jamaican Restaurant Included on AFAR List of Best Food Neighborhoods in US
AFAR, an award-winning travel media brand, has taken an innovative perspective to recommend the best restaurants in the United States by identifying the best places to dine in the country’s “neighborhoods.” A neighborhood is defined as a specific number of blocks between clearly defined cross streets and thoroughfares that run through several city districts. The […]
9 Things to Know about Miss Jamaica World 2022 Shanique Singh
Shanique Singh, 25, was crowned Miss Jamaica World 2022 on Sunday, December 4, 2022, at Courtleigh Auditorium in Kingston. She received the crown from Khalia Hall, Miss Jamaica World of 2021. Singh was previously crowned Miss Howard Johnson Reality. The first runner-up was Lineisha Davis, and the second runner-up was Tahje Bennett. Before being crowned, […]
Jamaican Consulate General, New York facilitates Major Partnership between Hartford Healthcare and the Ministry of Health and Wellness for the Advancement of Healthcare in Jamaica
The Consulate General of Jamaica, New York applauds the continuing and deepening relationship between Hartford Healthcare Corporation (HHC) and the Government of Jamaica (GoJ) for the advancement of healthcare delivery in Jamaica. To concretize this relationship, the Consulate General facilitated the signing of an important Memorandum of Understanding between the Government of Jamaica, through the […]
5 Questions with Lorraine J. Smith, Candidate for Global Jamaica Diaspora Council Southern USA
Born in Kingston, Jamaica, Lorraine J. Smith grew up in Wynter’s Pen and is a graduate of St. Catherine High School. Recognized for her dedication, achievements, and transformational leadership in social services, Lorraine support various churches, schools, and other organizations within Jamaica and across the Diaspora. She is currently an Adjunct Lecturer at the Caribbean […]