WEEKLY DEVOTIONAL – Let God be God
What would you do if God told you to prophesy over a pile of dried-out bones? Or, to speak to a dried-up dream? Some of us would like to believe that we would do that just. Well, God bless you. For others, not so fast. Our logical minds would instantly react: “How does that make […]
10 Memorable Quotes from Team Jamaica at the Tokyo Olympics
The Tokyo Olympics were unlike any other. Their postponement from 2020 due to the global COVID-19 pandemic ensured a unique position in the history of the Games, and the resurgence of the virus in new variants continued to impact the staging of the event in 2021. At the same time, the time-tested joys and disappointments […]
Jamaican-Born Actor Michael Ward to Join Olivia Colman in New Mendes Feature Film
Actor Micheal Ward, the star of “Small Axe” who was born in Jamaica, is set to appear alongside Oscar-winning actress Olivia Colman in “Empire of Light,” a new feature film from the British filmmaker Sam Mendes. War is well known for his role in “Lovers Rock,” the second episode of the “Small Axe” anthology film […]
Jamaican American Nominated to Lead Manhattan US Attorney’s Office
United States President Joe Biden has nominated Jamaican American Damian Williams to be the United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York (SDNY). If selected, Williams would be the first Black individual to serve in one of the most prestigious and coveted roles in prosecution. SDNY, which is based in Manhattan, handles some […]
Over 200 Applications Submitted for Adoption of Jamaican Children in Last 4 Years
The process of legally adopting a child who is of a different nationality than the prospective parents is known as an “intercountry adoption” of “overseas adoption.” According to the Child Protection and Family Services Agency (CPFSA), more than 762 applications to adopt Jamaican children were submitted between 2016 and 2020; 259 of these were overseas […]
Top Jamaican Female Olympians
The word is that the Jamaican women are the ones to watch at the sprints at the Olympics. Several of these athletes are the fastest runners in the world, so the world expects big things from the competitions. The women of Jamaica have been notable performers in every Olympic season, making their mark in sports […]
Olympic Kimono Designed by Japanese Designers Showcase Jamaica
The Imagine One World Kimono Project began with an idea in 2014 to make an individual and unique set of garments, the traditional Japanese kimono that is the national dress of Japan with all of its parts for every country participating in the Olympic and Paralympic Games at the Tokyo in 2021. Project artists have […]
Jamaicans.com Founder Honored with a Cultural Icon Award by the City of Miami Gardens
The City of Miami Gardens Florida honored Xavier Murphy, the founder of the premier Jamaican online platform Jamaicans.com at the Reggae Summer Splash event on August 7, 2021, which marked the 59th anniversary of Jamaica’s independence. Murphy was honored with the Cultural Icon Outstanding Jamaican American Award for his contributions to the community provided through […]
Jamaican Dr. Joan Muir Receives Marquis Who’s Who Lifetime Achievement Award
Dr. Joan Muir of Jamaica has been honored with the Marquis Who’s Who Lifetime Achievement Award in recognition of her work in clinical psychology and family therapy. She is focused on helping those who are experiencing family conflicts and relationship breakdowns. Dr. Muir attended St. Andrew High School in Jamaica and has been in practice […]
Top Jamaican Male Olympians
The list of male athletes has been dominated in recent years by eight-time Olympic medalist Usain Bolt. Bolt is in good company as many Jamaican male athletes have broken records and turned in spectacular performances at the Olympic Games since Jamaica first competed in 1948. Below is a list of the top male Olympians. Usain […]