Jamaica Welcomes Millionth Visitor Since Reopening Borders In June 2020
Yesterday (Sunday, August 15), the Jamaica Tourist Board welcomed the arrival of the destination’s millionth visitor to the Sangster International Airport, a significant milestone since the country’s borders reopened on June 15, 2020. Daynel Williams, who arrived on JetBlue flight 1179 from New York, was greeted by the Minister of Tourism Hon Edmund Bartlett, Director […]
Superstar Musician and Entrepreneur Rihanna Now Officially Ranks as a Billionaire
Singer, songwriter, actress, and business mogul Rihanna is now the wealthiest female musician in the world, and only media powerhouse Oprah Winfrey tops her as the richest female entertainer. According to estimates of her wealth by Forbes, Rihanna is currently worth $1.7 billion. Her wealth does not derive from her music, however; most of her […]
Five Power Moves For A Rejected Husband
Many years ago there was this man who was a common carpenter and never knew He would become the greatest man who would save anyone who will accept His invitation. This man was treated like an outcast. He was rejected by millions and despised by even ones He called friends. The greatest rejection He experienced […]
Jamaican Kidsan Barnes recognized amongst the 40 under 40 by the South Florida Business Journal
Kidsan Barnes was named 40 under 40 by the South Florida Business Journal for making an impact in our economy and the community. She is the Director of Global Cruise & LATAM – Intellian Technologies. Here is our conversation with Kidsan a Jamaican young leader making a difference in the South Florida community. What is […]
Jamaican-Born Doctor Named Associate Dean for Diversity, Equity, Inclusivity, and Community Initiatives at Florida International University College of Medicine
Dr. Cheryl Holder has been appointed Associate Dean for Diversity, Equity, Inclusivity and Community Initiatives (ODEICI) at the Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine (HWCOM) at Florida International University (FIU). Jamaican-born, Dr. Holder has dedicated her career to the service of vulnerable populations and is a board-certified internist and HIV specialist. She was one of the […]
A Conversation With Jamaican Descent Dramatic Soprano, Othalie Graham
Canadian-American soprano Othalie Graham, who is of Jamaican descent, continues to receive acclaim throughout North America and is known for her interpretations of the title roles in Turandot and Aida and her commitment to Wagnerian repertoire. Opera News calls her “a vocally secure Turandot, her gleaming tones well suited to the ice princess’s misanthropic resolve.” […]
17th Annual Marcus Garvey Rootz Extravaganza on Tuesday, August 17th
The 17th annual Marcus Garvey Rootz Extravaganza celebrating the life and works of Jamaica’s National Hero, Marcus Mosiah Garvey, Jr., will be held on Tuesday, August 17, 2021. Under the patronage of Jamaica’s Consul General, Oliver Mair, the programme will be staged on a virtual media platform www.irielivestream.com from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. The […]
Jamaican Gold Medalist, Hansle Parchment, Thanks Good Samaritan Who Helped Him Get to the 110-Meter Hurdles Final Which He Won at the Tokyo Olympics
Jamaican Olympic hurdles gold medalist Hansle Parchment was struggling to make the finals of his signature event at the Tokyo Games when he took the wrong bus and was in danger of missing the competition altogether. Luckily for him, a local volunteer he calls Tijana stepped up and paid for a taxi to take Parchment […]
Top 7 Jamaican & Caribbean News Stories You Missed The Week Ending August 13th, 2021
THIS WEEK’S TOP NEWS STORIES JAMAICAN SPORTS MINISTER WELCOMES RETURNING OLYMPIANS BY PLEDGING MORE SUPPORT Olivia Grange, Jamaica’s Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, said that she will greet every athlete returning to Jamaica from the Tokyo Olympic Games. She said all the athletes, not only the medal winners, will receive the same treatment. […]
Listen to the Podcast of 7 Jamaican & Caribbean News Stories You May Have missed for the week ending August 13, 2021.
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