The 13 Most Fashionable on the Red Carpet at the Bob Marley Premier in Jamaica

In Kingston, Jamaica, an atmosphere of festive anticipation enveloped the scene as the island nation welcomed the debut of “Bob Marley: One Love,” a film that narrates the enduring influence and heritage of the reggae maestro. The Carib 5 Theatre hummed with enthusiasm, drawing in a star-studded guest list of celebrities, dignitaries, and fervent Marley […]
Cedella Marley, Marcia Griffiths & Patricia “Miss Pat” Chin to Receive Lifetime Achievement Awards at Reggae Genealogy Concert

On Saturday, February 10, 2024, in celebration of Reggae Month, the story of Jamaican music will be presented to South Florida in a bold and unprecedented homage. The inaugural Reggae Genealogy event, an outdoor concert chronicling the origins, evolution and influence of Jamaican music, will take place at one of South Florida’s most popular and […]
Carib Star Launches First Caribbean Radio Station on iHeartRadio

In a groundbreaking development in digital broadcasting, CaribStar Radio officially launches today as the first Caribbean station in partnership with iHeartRadio. This pioneering platform, streaming 24/7, is set to be a game-changer in how the Caribbean diaspora connects with its roots, music, and culture. Building on the esteemed legacy of Irie Jam Radio, CaribStar Radio […]
Jamaican Food Writer Jacqueline Greaves Brings Taste of the Island to Milan

In December 2023, Jamaican food writer, Jacqueline Greaves, brought the flavors of the island to a high-profile gathering of design and lifestyle professionals hosted by the Jamaican-born Milan-based fashion blogger, Tamu McPherson, and the editor-at-large of NSS magazine, Jordan Anderson. The event was also made special by the support of sponsors. Bitossi Home, renowned for […]
David Heron Wins Broadway World Award For Shakespeare’s The Tempest

Actor and playwright David Heron has won the 2023 Broadway World Rhode Island Award as Best Supporting Performer for his portrayal of Caliban in Shakespeare’s The Tempest. The critically acclaimed production ran from July through August of 2023 in Wilcox Park, Westerly, as part of the annual Shakespeare in The Park Festival presented by The Colonial […]
Sandals Recent Signing of Megan Tapper

The luxury all-inclusive Jamaican-born super brand, Sandals Resorts International has inked a major three-year sponsorship deal with two-time Olympian Megan Tapper. The AC Hotel Kingston, on Friday, hosted the contract-signing ceremony held with Sandals’ Executive Chairman, Adam Stewart, Tapper, members of her family and some of her closest supporters. Tapper gained recognition during the 2020 […]
Marriage Has 4 Main Objectives….Does Number 3 Surprise You?

Why was married created? Why get married? What is marriage really? Is there a right person for me? These are all great questions. The truth is, people are looking for answers all over the place to validate their purposes for getting married or wanting to get married. If only we knew the depth of the […]
British Actor of Jamaican Descent Colin McFarlane Joins #Justice4Windrush Campaign

Prominent British actor and campaigner of Jamaican Descent Colin McFarlane, joined by internationally renowned singer, songwriter and campaigner Annie Lennox has launched #Justice4Windrush (https://justice4windrush.org), calling for swift and full government compensation for the Windrush generation. Open Letter to the Government In an open letter signed by celebrity supporters and issued to both the Prime Minister […]
Jamaican-Born Carolyn Guniss Has Been Named the Next Editor-In-Chief of Orlando Business Journal

Orlando Business Journal (OBJ) is stepping into its 40th year with a significant change in its leadership. Carolyn Guniss has been appointed as the new editor-in-chief, a move announced with enthusiasm by OBJ’s publisher and market president, Anne-Marie Hayward. Guniss, a seasoned journalist with three decades of experience, is set to take over the role […]
Listen to the Podcast of The Jamaica & Caribbean Weekly News Summary for the week ending January 19, 2024

This is a Podcast of the Jamaica & Caribbean Weekly News Summary for the week ending January 19, 2024. For past Jamaica & Caribbean Weekly News Podcasts please visit http://www.jamaicans.com/news