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 […]
The New York Giants Draft Jamaican Matt Peart in NFL 3rd Round
Jamaican Matt Peart has been selected by the New York Giants in the third round of the NFL draft. The offensive tackle from the University of Connecticut was the 99th overall pick. It’s a satisfying conclusion to a high school career that he originally thought would include playing basketball. Peart quickly became a football standout, […]
Devon House Jamaica Ice Cream now Mobile with an “I” Scream Van
Devon House Ice Cream Jamaica announced that it has gone mobile with a van that will be serving its world famous ice cream flavors to customers in towns around the island. The ice cream parlor is an iconic landmark, source of national pride, and has been named to a variety of top lists including The […]
Jamaica Makes History Sending Its First Shipment of Toilet Paper To The United States
Jamaican company Quality Incorporations VII Ltd. made history this week, packing and shipping Jamaica’s first shipment of toilet paper to the United States. There has been a shortage of toilet paper in retail outlets in the United States since the COVID-19 pandemic. This shortage is mainly due to consumer hoarding and supply/demand issues. The historic […]