The Morant Bay Rebellion Revisited 159 Years On
October 11th, 2024, marks the 159th anniversary of the Morant Bay Rebellion—a crucial turning point in Jamaica’s history and one of the most violently suppressed uprisings in the British West Indies. This anniversary is an occasion to honour the bravery of National Hero Paul Bogle and remember the hundreds of Jamaicans who were killed, persecuted, […]
WEEKLY DEVOTIONAL: The Light of the Word
He was blind and used a guide dog to get around. On a couple of occasions, I watched his interaction with the dog and how he quietly issued commands to “sit,” “stay,” “here,” and so on, to which the dog would immediately respond. Once they were moving, the dog was Paul’s eyes. He seemed to […]
Authentic Jab-Jab & Ole Mas Symposium Highlights Grenada’s Rich Carnival Heritage
A special event kicked off the celebratory programmes leading up to the Miami-Broward Carnival 2024. Dubbed ‘Authentic Jab-Jab & Ole Mas’, the symposium offered an exciting exploration of Grenada’s vibrant Jab-Jab heritage. This unique event was hosted by Empress J and featured presentations from iconic Grenadian Jab figure ‘Bombo D Jab’, esteemed historian LaTasha Sy-Rah […]
Profiling Chronixx From De La Vega City to Global Stages
Born Jamar Rolando McNaughton on 10th October 1992, Chronixx has become a central figure in Jamaica’s “Reggae Revival” movement. Raised in Spanish Town, Jamaica, he was immersed in music from an early age, thanks to his father, the veteran reggae artist Chronicle. Known initially as “Little Chronicle,” he adopted the stage name Chronixx to honour […]
Jamaican Business Leaders Take Center Stage at the 2024 Disruptive Leadership Conference in Miami
Several prominent Jamaican business leaders are set to play key roles at the upcoming Disruptive Leadership Conference, scheduled for November 13-15 in Miami. The conference, which will explore the theme “The Future of Leadership: Opportunities | Risks | Rewards,” will showcase the expertise of Jamaicans Marlon Hill, David Mullings, Rochelle Cameron, Naomi Garrick, Natalie Bennett, […]
Celebrating Deon Hemmings, Jamaica’s First Female Olympic Gold Medallist and Trailblazer in Athletics
When Deon Marie Hemmings crossed the finish line to claim the gold medal in the 400-metre hurdles at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics, she didn’t just win a race—she made history. Hemmings became the first Jamaican woman, and the first woman from the English-speaking Caribbean, to win an Olympic gold medal. Her performance not only cemented […]
10 Remarkable Jamaicans from the Parish of Clarendon
Clarendon, the third largest but one of Jamaica’s youngest parishes, has a rich history that dates back to the time of the Tainos, the island’s indigenous people. Before the arrival of the Spaniards and the English, Taino villages were established along the banks of the Rio Minho, Jamaica’s longest river, as well as on Portland […]
Remembering Millie Small, the Trailblazing Jamaican Songbird Who Conquered the World
Millicent Dolly May Small, affectionately known as Millie Small, was the first Jamaican artist to break onto the international music scene with her ska hit “My Boy Lollipop.” Born on 6th October 1946 in Vere Clarendon, Jamaica, Millie was the youngest of 12 children in a family headed by a sugar plantation overseer. Her journey […]
The 1975 Bob Marley & Stevie Wonder “Dream Concert” in Kingston Jamaica Revisited
On 4 October 1975, music legends Bob Marley and Stevie Wonder shared the stage in a historic concert at the National Stadium in Kingston, Jamaica. Aptly named the Wonder Dream Concert, this event was a benefit show for the Jamaican Institute for the Blind and marked one of the most significant moments in reggae history. […]
Remembering Jamaican Airman William Robinson Clarke, the First Black Pilot to Fly for Britain in World War I
William Robinson Clarke, affectionately known as “Robbie,” was a trailblazer and the first and only Black pilot to fly for Britain during World War I. Born on 4 October 1895 in Kingston, Jamaica, Clarke grew up in what was then a British colony. His early years were marked by an impressive education and training as […]