Listen to the Podcast of 7 Jamaican & Caribbean News Stories You May Have missed for the week ending December 6, 2019.
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Top 7 Jamaican & Caribbean News Stories You Missed The Week Ending December 6th, 2019
THIS WEEK’S TOP NEWS STORIES CLARK SAYS COMPENSATION REVIEW WILL COVER SALARY ADJUSTMENTS FOR PARLIAMENT’S MEMBERS According to Jamaica’s Minister of Finance, Dr. Nigel Clarke, a compensation review addressing the public sector will apply to the salary adjustments made for Members of Parliament. Clarke made his remarks in response to complaints from some Members that […]
WEEKLY DEVOTIONAL – Believing God
There were twelve of them, each representing their respective tribe and their mission was clear. As instructed by the LORD, through Moses, they were to “search the land of Canaan, which I [the LORD] give unto the children of Israel” (Numbers 13:2, KJV). They did as instructed, returning after forty days with a report that […]
5 Questions with Dr. Karren Dunkley, Candidate for Global Jamaica Diaspora Council – NE Region
Dr. Karren Dunkley is an Educator, Transformational Leader, and Social Advocate. A graduate of St. Catherine High and Wolmers Girls schools, Dr. Dunkley is a Proven Performer, who has earned the respect and recommendation of others who have seen her work first hand. Currently, Dr. Dunkley is one of the most successful educators in the United […]
How To Invest In The Jamaican Stock Market
Many Overseas Jamaicans have been reading the various intensional media reports about the impressive performance of the Jamaica Stock Exchange, crowned by Bloomberg as the best performing stock exchange in the world for the last 5 years, significantly outperforming Vietnam and the USA. Naturally, the next question I often get asked is how can one […]
5 Ways To Revive A Dying Marriage
It is never a pleasant experience to watch a family member or a close friend being in a coma. As a young boy growing up in Jamaica, I would go to the river down the street from my home to get a swim at times. To this day I remember seeing another young boy floating […]
On this day in Jamaican History: Reggae singer, Richie Stephens, was born
On December 5, 1966, Jamaican singer, Richie Stephens, also known as Richie Stephens, was born in Savanna-la-Mar, Westmoreland, Jamaica. Born Richard Frederick Freeman Stephenson III, he’s a producer, songwriter, singer in genres that include dancehall, R&B, and reggae. In the 1990s, Stephens was part of the Grammy award-winning British musical group, Soul II Soul. He […]
5 Questions with Jared McGill, Candidate for Global Jamaica Diaspora Council – Canada Region
Jared McGill holds an Associate Degree in Business Administration, and is pursuing his Bachelor’s in Business Administration, with a specialization in Leadership and Management. He is the founder and past president of the Afro-Caribbean Club at Trinity Western University in Langley, British Columbia. He serves as the Ex-Officio for the club, giving advice on executing […]
Alvas Powell of Reggae Boyz Joins David Beckham’s MLS Inter Miami FC Team
Alvas Powell, a defender with Jamaica’s Reggae Boyz, has been drafted Inter Miami CF, David Beckham’s MLS team. Beckham owns the franchise that chose Powell in the second pick of the second round at the MLS Expansion Draft. His former club, FC Cincinnati, had made Powell available for selection after he had a disappointing season. […]
5 Questions with Michael Farquharson, Candidate for Global Jamaica Diaspora Council – Canada Region
Michael Farquharson is a husband, father, volunteer, community advocate and a Transportation Professional. He was nominated, in 2018, to run for City Council for Brampton, Wards 9 and 10 due to his work in the community as a volunteer, soccer coach and Board member at his local Church. Engaging constituents from all nationalities leading up […]