Did You Know The Most Popular Song from “The Sound Of Music” Has a Connection to Jamaica?
One of the best-known songs from the blockbuster 1965 film, “The Sound of Music,” begins with the line, “The hills are alive with the sound of music…” While the musical drama tells the story of the Austrian von Trapp family and much of it was filmed in Austria and Bavaria, these iconic words were written […]
Trench Town teens undergo holistic change through USAID Local Partner Development & Sterling Asset Management Agents for Transformation project
Some thirty grade nine Charlie Smith High students are poised to emerge better-rounded individuals through the “Agents of Transformation” social initiative launched by USAID Local Partner Development and Sterling Asset Management Limited. The project, officially launched in Trench Town on December 2, 2022, sees at-risk students being the primary recipients of after-school academic support, psychosocial […]
Self Magazine Lists Jamaican Gungo Pea Soup among Dishes that Make You Feel Extra Cozy
When the weather turns colder, a bowl of hot soup becomes a savory treat that many diners look forward to. In response to the growing urge to make comforting pots of delicious and hearty soups, Self Magazine compiled a list of easy soups that are perfect for cold-weather dining. Among the Self selections is Jamaica’s […]
Meet Danyella Richards, The First Gymnast to Represent Jamaican at the Commonwealth Games
Danyella Richards, 17, is the first female gymnast representing Jamaica at the Commonwealth Games. She made her debut at the Games in 2022 in Birmingham in the United Kingdom. She also competed in Brazil at the Pan American Championships in July 2022, having made her first appearance in an international competition in 2021 at CentoAmericano. […]
Krispy Kreme Coming to Jamaica – Here Are the 10 Best Donuts to Try
The franchise operator for Krispy Kreme, the American doughnut and coffeehouse chain, has announced that the chain’s popular products will be available in Jamaica by the end of 2023’s first quarter. The first Light Theatre Shop’s location will be where Waterloo Road and Hope Road intersect in St. Andrew. Restaurant Associates Limited also plans to […]
Listen to the Podcast of The Jamaica & Caribbean Weekly News Summary for the week ending December 9, 2022.
This is a Podcast of the Jamaica & Caribbean Weekly News Summary for the week ending December 9, 2022 The JAMAICA WEEKLY News Summary Podcast is brought to you by Jamaicans.com . For more stories from this week’s Jamaican/Caribbean Weekly News Summary please visit – http://www.jamaicans.com/news
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 […]