Jamaican-American Association in Central Florida Awards Scholarships to 9 Jamaican Heritage Students and Honors Community Leaders
The Jamaican-American Association of Central Florida (JAAOCF) marked a major milestone by combining its annual Independence and Scholarship Awards Banquet with the celebration of its 40 years of service. The gala brought together community leaders, families, and supporters to honor the association’s legacy while uplifting the next generation of Jamaican heritage students. Honoring 40 Years […]
The Jamaican-Led Drone Show That Transformed the New York City Skyline for Jordan Brand
New York City has seen its fair share of big moments, but few spectacles have left an impression like the recent drone show staged for Jordan Brand’s The One basketball finals. At the close of the tournament, the skies over the East River lit up as more than 3,000 drones formed dazzling patterns, including Michael […]
Jamaican Michael Lee-Chin On Forbes 2025 Black Billionaire’s List
Jamaican-Canadian business magnate Michael Lee-Chin has once again been recognized among the world’s wealthiest individuals, securing the #21 (tie) position on the Forbes 2025 World’s Black Billionaires List. With an estimated net worth of $1.1 billion, his fortune is largely anchored in his controlling stake in National Commercial Bank Jamaica (NCB), making him one of […]
Three Jamaican Women Honored by Island SPACE Caribbean Museum in Florida
Island SPACE Caribbean Museum’s annual HERS: Honoring Exceptionally Regal Sisters event once again shined a light on the remarkable contributions of Caribbean women across South Florida. At the 2025 celebration, held at the Colony West Golf Club in Tamarac, three Jamaican women stood out for their exceptional leadership, cultural impact, and dedication to community empowerment. […]
Jamaica-American Siblings Make History as First Black Eagle Scout Triplets in the U.S.
Three Jamaican-American siblings from Brightwaters, Long Island, have written their names into U.S. history. Helaina, Henri, and Henniyah Rivers recently earned the rank of Eagle Scout, making them the first Black triplets in the country to achieve Scouting America’s highest honor. Their journey began years ago when they were just 11 years old. Inspired after […]
WEEKLY DEVOTIONAL: The Song in the Storm
Worship that only flows when life is pleasant is shallow, but worship that rises in seasons of sorrow is deep and powerful. In Psalm 34:1, the psalmist declares, “I will bless the Lord at all times; His praise shall continually be in my mouth” (ESV). This deliberate choice (notice the words “I will”) was not made […]
Jamaican High School Students Shine at International Olympiad in Artificial Intelligence in China
Jamaica made history in August when its first-ever team competed at the International Olympiad in Artificial Intelligence (IOAI), held in Beijing, China, from August 2 to 9. The team joined over 300 contestants from more than 80 countries and territories at one of the world’s leading science competitions for high school students. The Jamaican delegation […]
Jamaican General Elections by the Numbers: Closest Races, Turnout Highs and Party Wins
Jamaica will hold its next general election on September 3, 2025. As voters prepare to head to the polls, it’s the perfect time to look back at the numbers that have shaped Jamaica’s election history. From the closest races to the record highs and lows in turnout, this cheat sheet breaks down the key facts […]
WEEKLY DEVOTIONAL: Worship When it Hurts
Worship is easy when life is smooth. But what happens when prayers go unanswered, doors slam shut, or the diagnosis is not good? Times when our faith, which once felt unshakable, begins to tremble under the weight of what we fear will come next? It is difficult to worship when it hurts, but this is […]
British-Jamaican Actor Daniel Ezra Cast in The Running Man Remake
British-Jamaican actor Daniel Ezra has joined the cast of the upcoming remake of The Running Man, adapted from Stephen King’s 1982 novel written under the pen name Richard Bachman. Set in a dystopian future, the story follows contestants on a lethal game show where survival depends on evading relentless hunters. The new adaptation, directed by […]