WEEKLY DEVOTIONAL: The Love of God
The love of God is the cornerstone of the Christian faith, reflecting His boundless, unconditional, and eternal nature. It is revealed throughout the Bible as an inherent part of His character and the driving force behind His relationship with mankind. One of the clearest expressions of God’s love is found in John 3:16, “For God so […]
Great Jamaicans : Mary Seacole’s Inspiring Story of Strength and Service
Mary Seacole, born Mary Jane Grant in Kingston, Jamaica, in 1805, was a pioneering figure in medicine and a celebrated humanitarian. Her father, a Scottish officer, and her mother, a free Jamaican woman of mixed creole heritage, shaped her early life. Her mother ran a boarding house in Kingston and was a skilled nurse, highly […]
Thousands Flocked to Miramar to Savor Authentic Jerk-Style Foods at the 2024 Grace Jamaican Jerk Festival
Thousands of enthusiasts converged on Miramar, Florida, for the 2024 Grace Jamaican Jerk Festival, held on Sunday, 10 November 2024, over the Veterans Holiday Weekend. Despite intermittent rain, attendees gathered at the city’s expansive Regional Park to savour authentic island flavours, indulging in a variety of delectable jerk dishes that tantalised taste buds throughout the […]
The Legendary Marcia Griffiths, Trailblazer and Reggae Icon
Born Llyneth Griffiths on 23 November 1949 in Hannah Town, Kingston, Jamaica, Marcia has become a towering figure in reggae music, known and celebrated worldwide for her extraordinary contributions to the genre. Over a career spanning six decades, she has captivated audiences with her distinctive voice, delivering timeless hits that have left an indelible mark […]
Exclusive : Actress Christina Cooper Discusses Jamaican Heritage, Family, Career and Upcoming Film ‘Coming to Jamaica’
Christina Cooper, a dynamic Jamaican American actress, model, director and tv producer is breaking barriers in the film and television world and is now bringing her talents to her family’s origins in Jamaica. Born in Los Angeles to a Chinese mother and a Jamaican father, her multicultural heritage profoundly influences her creative vision. With a […]
WEEKLY DEVOTIONAL: The Grace of God: A Divine Gift
Grace, God’s grace. It is one of the most profound themes in the Bible, representing God’s unmerited favor, love, and mercy toward humanity. Unlike human systems of merit, God’s grace is freely given, not earned by deeds or righteousness. (thank God!). It underscores the depth of God’s love and serves as the cornerstone of the […]
Jamaican Christopher Williams Honored in New York with Business Leadership Award, Promotes Diaspora Investment Vision
Jamaican business leader Christopher Williams, co-founder and CEO of PROVEN Management Limited, was awarded the prestigious Business Leadership Award by Lowell F. Hawthorne Foundation on November 14, 2024. The event, held at the Glen Island Harbour Club in New York, celebrated his transformative impact on the Caribbean’s financial landscape and his forward-thinking vision for investment […]
WEEKLY DEVOTIONAL: A Tax Collector’s Prayer
The parable was simple yet profound in its truths. Two men with the same intent, the worship of God, but who were as different as night and day in their approach. According to the narrative, “Two men went up into the temple to pray, one a Pharisee and the other a tax collector. The Pharisee, […]
WEEKLY DEVOTIONAL: “Is not this the Christ?”
Testimony services. I grew up on those. Every Sunday night’s service had a time for individuals to testify about their experiences of God’s goodness and faithfulness and to encourage others who needed to be reminded. The biblical narrative of Jesus’ meeting with the Samaritan woman at Jacob’s well (John 4:3–43) is one with which some […]
On This Day : Carole Joan Crawford Made History as Jamaica’s First Miss World Winner
On November 7th, 1963 Carole Joan Crawford became the first Jamaican and Caribbean woman to win the prestigious Miss World title. At just 20, Crawford’s victory symbolised hope and pride for her recently independent nation, becoming an icon who defied beauty standards with her petite stature of 5’3″—unusually short by Miss World standards. To enhance […]