On this day in Jamaican history: Jamaican-American reggae singer and songwriter Alaine was born
On September 21, 1978, Jamaican-American reggae singer and songwriter Alaine Laughton was born to parents Merna and Courtney Laughton in New Jersey but grew up in Jamaica where the family moved when she was three. She was recognized for her performing talent and landed a role in the 1988 film “Clara’s Heart.” Before devoting herself […]
U-Roy, Best Known as the Pioneer of Toasting the Forerunner to Rap
On September 21, 1942, musician U-Roy, best known as the pioneer of toasting, was born in Jamaica. Toasting is a style of lyrical chanting which, in dancehall music, involves a deejay “chanting” (talking) over a riddim. Jamaican-born toaster DJ Kool Herc brought the style to Queens, subsequently setting the stage for the birth of rap […]
American Airlines Plans for Cashless Transactions at Jamaican Airports
As of September 17, 2018, American Airlines will require the use of a credit or debit card to conduct transactions at Norman Manley International Airport in Kingston and at Sangster International Airport (MBJ) in Montego Bay. This will include buying tickets and paying for checked baggage. The airline stated that replacing cash transactions with credit […]
Listen to the Podcast of 7 Jamaican & Caribbean News Stories You May Have missed for the week ending September 21, 2018.
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Top 7 Jamaican & Caribbean News Stories You Missed The Week Ending September 21st, 2018
THIS WEEK’S TOP NEWS STORIES HOLNESS PROMOTES COOPERATION WITH ISRAEL TO BOOST NATIONAL SECURITY Andrew Holness, Jamaica’s Prime Minister, has indicated that his administration favors creating a cooperative framework with Israel to address national security issues, including cybersecurity. Holness is making it clear, however, that the government is not moving away from current cooperation frameworks […]
WEEKLY DEVOTIONAL – Denying Self
Jesus had finished feeding the multitude with the five loaves and two fishes and Peter had just declared Him “the Christ (the Messiah, the Anointed) of God!” It was in the moment that according to the narrative, “He strictly warned and admonished them not to tell this to anyone” before telling them what laid ahead […]
Nefatari Becomes First Reggae Artist To Be Featured In A Cover Girl Campaign
Jamaican American reggae singer Nefatari has been chosen to be a face for the new TruBlend Matte Made Foundation and Exhibitionist lipsticks from cosmetics firm Cover Girl. Nefatari Is the first reggae artist to feature in a Cover Girl campaign. Commenting on her selection, the singer said she hopes that she will make a positive […]
Provocative Film about Classism, Sexual Exploitation, Featured at “Voice of a Woman” Festival
A screening of the film “UNSPOKEN” from Danae Grandison was included in the launch of Jamaica’s “Voice of a Woman” festival. The film, presented by Maureen A. Bryan, explores classism and the prevalence of sexual misconduct. The film is based on the book entitled “The Bed Head” by Jennifer Grahame. It features Katrina Spencer, Kimberly […]
The Word Is Love On The New Album By George Nooks
Shortly after he got married this year, singer George Nooks said he was inspired to write songs that reflected feelings he had for his wife. Some of those tracks can be heard on For You, his latest album, which was released on August 27 by Tad’s International Record. “I was showing love to my wife, […]
“I wanted to show how fear can lead to a deliberate misuse of power…” – A Conversation with Filmmaker Sasha-Gay Lewis
Sasha-Gay Lewis is a Jamaican documentary filmmaker, producer, editor, and writer. Her career in production started as a writer, producer, and presenter for television where she produced content for Jamaicans at home and abroad. As a filmmaker, she has written, produced, and directed a number of short films and documentaries in Jamaica, Belize, and […]