Cockpit Country Stakeholders Call For Thorough Eia Consultation Process For Mining Permits

In an open letter to the Chief Executive Officer of the National Environment and Planning Agency (NEPA) signed by 15 civil groups and 71 individuals, the Cockpit Country Stakeholders Group (CCSG) is expressing concern about the conduct of virtual public consultations during the Covid-19 period. The letter points out that many Jamaicans, particularly in rural areas, do not have […]
Miami-Broward Carnival 2020 Was a Top-Notch Virtual Experience

For the past 35 years, the Miami-Broward Carnival showcased the lively and colorful spirit of the city’s vibrant Caribbean culture and community. But as a sign of the times, this year’s 2020 episode of the jubilant festivities was a virtual affair that took place from October 8 – 11th over the Columbus Day Holiday Weekend. […]
Jamaican Minister of Culture pays tribute to the late James Bond actor Sean Connery

Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, the Honourable Olivia Grange has paid tribute to the late actor Sir Sean Connery, who is best known for his role as Agent 007 in the James Bond franchise. “I wish to express my sincere condolences to the family of Sir Sean and to his colleagues at Eon […]
Did You Know the First Black British Olympian Gold Medalist was born in Jamaica – Tessa Sanderson

Jamaica has produced some of the most accomplished athletes in the world, including Theresa Ione “Tessa” Sanderson. The javelin thrower was the first black British Olympian to win a gold medal and only the second track and field athlete to compete in six Olympic games. Sanderson represented Great Britain in the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics, […]
Adele Treats SNL Crew To Jamaican Food From Her Favorite Caribbean Restaurant

After the filming of her episode of “Saturday Night Live” (SNL), Grammy-winning guest host Adele ordered lots of food from her favorite Jamaican restaurant, Negril Village in New York City. According to reports, following the completion of her duties as the show’s guest host, the singer went “all out” to provide “loads of food” for […]
Jamaican develops Mobile App to “edutain” about the island’s culture, history & people

Jamaican author and goal success coach Patrick Green, today announced the launch of a new puzzle app for Jamaicans all over the world. The app which complements his book “Jamaica – Culture, History & Achievements” is available for free on the Google Play Store for download and enjoyment. Crafted with only Jamaican related words, the […]
Trying To Be Sexy With A Baggy Thong—Just Being Funny By Caribbean Comedian Onicia Muller

While vacationing in Europe, my friend convinced me to buy a purple thong and bra set. Why? Because that’s what teenage girls do when set free in Europe without adult supervision. There it was, my first thong: lacy and purple. My buttcheeks were ready to gobble the string like royal floss. Get it, because purple […]
Legendary Jamaican-Born Artist Shaggy Votes For The First Time In Historic US Elections

In a recent Instagram Live Chat with attorney Marlon Hill, reggae superstar, Shaggy, also known as Hon. Orville Burrell, C.D., O.J., talked candidly about his U.S. immigrant story, serving in the U.S. military, rising in the global music charts, and voting for the first time this year’s historic U.S. elections. After an authentic Kingstonian childhood […]
Top 7 Jamaican & Caribbean News Stories You Missed The Week Ending October 30th, 2020

THIS WEEK’S TOP NEWS STORIES 17 SCHOOLS IN NINE PARISHES TO PHASE-IN FACE-TO-FACE LEARNING From November 9, 2020, to November 20, 2020, some 6,000 students from 17 schools in nine parishes will be part of a phased-in face-to-face learning pilot program. The program will be implemented in response to the fact that over 50 percent […]
Listen to the Podcast of 7 Jamaican & Caribbean News Stories You May Have missed for the week ending October 30 2020.

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