Immigration Advice: President Trump’s April 22, 2020 Proclamation Suspending Entry Of Immigrants
On April 22nd, 2020, President Trump signed an Executive Order titled, “Proclamation suspending Entry of Immigrants Who Present Risk to the U.S. Labor Market During the Economic Recovery Following the COVID-19 Outbreak”. This Executive Proclamation has a significant impact on those individuals who are intending to immigrate to the United States in the near future. […]
The Road to Timnath Teaches Lessons in Humanity – Book Review
Ever read a book that so moved you, even touching the depths ah yuh belly batam? Well, Sylvia Gilfillian’s The Road to Timnath (Di Ruod Tu Rimnat) is that book for me. What’s striking about Timnath is its ‘voice’. Gilfillian has written the book mainly in Jamaican Patwa, a language with its own unique cadence […]
Miss World Jamaican Toni-Ann Singh to Make Virtual Tours Due to COVID-19
In response to conditions imposed by the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic, the Miss World Organization reviewed the circumstances of the reign of the new Miss World titleholder Toni-Ann Singh of Jamaica, and change the way she will perform the duties associated with the title. Four months into her reign as Miss World, Singh’s plans have been […]
Jamaican American Youth Alliance Facebook Live COVID-19 Provides Wealth of Information
Young Jamaicans in the Diaspora, along with other Jamaicans having close ties to the United States, had the chance to tune in to a forum that was hosted live on the Facebook page of Jamaicans.com to discuss the impact of COVID-19. The forum, which was held on April 14, 2020, was presided over by Jenine […]
Community Unity needed to Thwart COVID-19
“The Greatness of a Community is most accurately measured by the compassionate actions of its members” – Coretta Scott King – American civil rights activist & author This powerful quote perfectly encapsulates 98% of British society today. Doctors, nurses, delivery drivers, and other essential workers are leading Great Britain in their compassion and sacrifice. The […]
Jamaica Launches Free Online Training And Certification Courses To Tourism Workers
Public-Private Partnership to Strengthen Tourism Economy Jamaica has announced a substantial investment in its tourism sector with the launch of a free online training program for tourism workers affected by the negative impact of COVID-19. The Jamaica Centre of Tourism Innovation (JCTI) in partnership with highly-respected American trade associations, the National Restaurant Association (NRA) and […]
Jamaican Named Freshman of the Year at the University of Texas at San Antonio
Jamaican Oquendo Bernard has an impressive number of athletic accomplishments on the field and academic achievements off the field. In recognition of his triumphs, he’s been named Freshman of the Year at the University of Texas at San Antonio. Bernard is the recipient of the University Life Awards, a UTSA tradition since 1976 that recognizes […]
Jamaican-Born Comedian Sarah Cooper’s TikTok Spoof of Trump’s ‘Disinfectant Comments’ Goes Viral with Over 11 Million Views [WATCH]
U.S. President Donald Trump sent ripples around the globe over his recent comments about disinfectants, UV light, and their potential for addressing COVID-19. The remarks provided fodder for the comedic world, but no one was more successful with a response than Jamaican-born comedian, Sarah Cooper. Her TikTok spoof quickly garnered more than 11 million views. […]
The Book “Eulogy” by Susan Pitter celebrates the lives of Jamaicans in Leeds, England
In 2019, Jamaica Society Leeds embarked on The Eulogy Project, commemorating the lives and journeys of first generation Jamaicans who settled in Leeds in the North of England during the 1940s to 60s, and are no longer with us. The families of 76 Jamaicans shared precious photographs, keepsakes and memories of their loved ones. The […]
Dallas Cowboys Draft Jamaican-Canadian Player, Neville Gallimore
Former Oklahoma defensive lineman and Jamaican-Canadian, Neville Gallimore, has been tapped by the Dallas Cowboys as the No. 82 overall pick during the third round of the NFL draft for 2020. Gallimore relocated from Ontario, Canada to Oklahoma five years ago and it proved to be a highly strategic move. “I was raised in a […]