These 4 Young Creatives with Jamaican Roots Made Forbes 30 Under 30 Europe
The Forbes 30 Under 30 Europe Class of 2025 is here—and four individuals of Jamaican descent are among this year’s honorees. They represent art, music, literature, and film, each making their mark while celebrating their Caribbean roots. Here’s how they’re shifting culture, one creative step at a time. Krystal Neuvill – The Lens of Emotion […]
Jamaican-Born Tech Leader Wins Canadian Black Entrepreneur of the Year Award
Jamaican-born entrepreneur Lamar Falconer, co-founder and CEO of AltoLeap Inc., has been awarded the Black Entrepreneur of the Year at the 2024 CanadianSME Small Business Awards. The award was presented during the CanadianSME Small Business Awards Gala, held at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre on June 20, 2025. The prestigious award recognizes Falconer’s outstanding leadership […]
WEEKLY DEVOTIONAL: Set Apart
You were never meant to blend in. Read that sentence again this way: “I was never meant to blend in.” As a follower of Christ, you have been set apart, chosen by God to reflect His light in a dark world. In 1 Peter 2:9 we are reminded, “But ye are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a […]
Interview: Jamaican Author Lynda Edwards Talks ‘I Am Cuba,’ Caribbean History, and Finding Her Voice
In celebration of Caribbean Heritage Month this June, Happi Hour Live host Adrianna Clark of Jamaicans.com sat down with Jamaican author Lynda Edwards, whose latest novel I Am Cuba is earning widespread praise for its bold storytelling and imaginative blend of history, fantasy, and Caribbean pride. The book has captivated readers with its rich alternative […]
On This Day: July 4, 1959, The Cayman Islands Cease Being a Jamaican Dependency
On 4 July 1959, the Cayman Islands officially ended their status as a dependency of Jamaica and became a separate Crown Colony under direct British rule. This marked a pivotal turning point in the territory’s constitutional development and laid the foundation for the modern Cayman Islands as a largely self-governing British Overseas Territory. Historical Links […]
WEEKLY DEVOTIONAL: Strength in Weakness
Weakness is something most of us try to hide. We often see it as failure, an inadequacy, something to minimize. But God sees it as an opportunity for His grace and power to shine. In 2 Corinthians 12:9, Paul reveals the words Jesus spoke to him during a time of great personal struggle: “My grace is […]
WEEKLY DEVOTIONAL: Growing in Grace
Growth is a sign of life, and spiritual growth is no different. In 2 Peter 3:18, we are called to “grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ” (KJV). Grace is not just the doorway into salvation; it is also the environment where we mature. Growth in grace means learning […]
Three Jamaicans Honored in Atlanta by Integrity Children’s Fund
The Integrity Children’s Fund (ICF) marked its 23rd anniversary with its annual gala, An Evening of Glamour for Education, on June 21st, 2025 at the Atlanta Marriott Marquis. The event recognised three Jamaicans for their professional achievements and service to communities in Jamaica and the diaspora, while raising funds for educational programmes for at-risk and […]
The History of Jamaica’s Parishes: From Spanish Rule to British Administration
When Jamaica was first colonised by the Spanish in the early 16th century, its administration looked very different from the orderly parishes we know today. The island, known as Xaymaca by the Taíno, was under Spanish control from 1494 until 1655, when it was captured by the British. This early period laid the foundation for […]
WEEKLY DEVOTIONAL: Renewing the Mind
In Week 5 of our 12-week devotional series titled Transformed: A Weekly Journal of Renewal, we turn our attention to the renewing of the mind. Most people would agree that transformation begins with the mind. The thoughts we nurture shape the direction of our lives. Philippians 4:8 reminds us, “Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are […]