WEEKLY DEVOTIONAL: “Give Thanks to the Lord”
Gratitude is a powerful act of faith. Psalm 118:1 reminds us to give thanks to the Lord because of His goodness and everlasting love. This verse is not just a call to thanksgiving when life is going well but a reminder that God’s love and faithfulness remain constant, regardless of our circumstances. The psalmist declares that God’s […]
Who Was Una Marson? The Jamaican Feminist, Writer, Poet, Playwright and Radio Pioneer
On this day, 6th February 1905, the remarkable Una Marson was born in Santa Cruz, St Elizabeth, Jamaica. A poet, playwright, journalist, and activist, Marson was a pioneer in Caribbean literature and an unwavering advocate for gender equality and racial justice. Her contributions to literature and broadcasting helped shape the Caribbean’s literary landscape and empowered […]
6 Things to Know About Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce’s New Hair Care Brand, AFIMI Beauty
Jamaican sprint legend Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce is making waves beyond the track with her latest business venture—AFIMI Beauty, a hair care brand inspired by her roots. Known for her vibrant hairstyles on race days, Fraser-Pryce has always embraced hair as a form of self-expression. Now, she is bringing her passion to the beauty industry with products […]
WEEKLY DEVOTIONAL: “Continue in prayer”
The Apostle Paul, in his letter to the Colossians, exhorts believers: “Continue in prayer, and watch in the same with thanksgiving” (Colossians 4:2, KJV). The Amplified Bible puts the verse this way: “Be persistent and devoted to prayer, being alert and focused in your prayer life with an attitude of thanksgiving.” Prayer is not merely a religious routine; it […]
10 Ways Chinese Immigrants Have Influenced Jamaican Culture & Business
As we celebrate Chinese New Year 2025, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the deep and lasting connections between Jamaica and the Chinese community. What began as a response to labour demands evolved into a rich cultural exchange that has profoundly shaped Jamaican society. Here are ten fascinating facts about the Chinese immigrants who […]
WEEKLY DEVOTIONAL: Faith Through the Storm
In 2 Kings 4, we encounter the Shunammite woman, whose faith and resilience inspire us even today. She had been blessed with a son through the promise of the prophet Elisha (2 Kings 4:16-17), but her joy turned to sorrow when the child suddenly died (vv. 18-20). Instead of giving in to despair, she took […]
Get to Know Jamaican Kristina Newman-Scott, New VP of Knight Foundation’s $460M Arts Program
Kristina Newman-Scott, a proud Jamaican-born artist and award winning cultural leader, is the new Vice President for Arts at the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation. She will oversee a $460 million portfolio dedicated to strengthening communities through the arts. Here are seven key things to know about her remarkable journey and what she […]
Marcus Garvey’s Arrest and Pardon: Righting a Century-Old Injustice 85 Years After His Death
Marcus Garvey, the pioneering leader of the Pan-African movement and Jamaica’s first national hero, received a posthumous pardon from U.S. President Joe Biden on January 19, 2025. The pardon, achieved through decades of advocacy and the successful lobbying of the Congressional Black Caucus, is just the start of righting a historical wrong in an effort […]
10 Things to Know About the Visit of Dr Martin Luther King Jr. to Jamaica in 1965
On June 21, 1965, only three years before he was assassinated, Dr Martin Luther King, Jr., arrived at Palisadoes Airport on a visit to Jamaica, where he received the Key to the City of Kingston and made a speech to graduates of the Mona campus of the University of the West Indies in which he […]
10 Remarkable Facts About Dudley Thompson: Jamaican Legal Icon, Revered Statesman and Pan-Africanist
Ambassador Dudley Joseph Thompson OJ QC, born on January 19, 1917 was a distinguished Jamaican Pan-Africanist, lawyer, politician, and diplomat whose life and work left an indelible mark on the Caribbean and Africa. Over the course of his extraordinary life, Thompson championed justice, equality, and Pan-African unity, making significant contributions in law, politics, and diplomacy. […]