“I am mostly inspired by human interaction be it good or bad” – A conversation with Jamaican Artist Phillip Thomas
Jamaican artist Phillip Thomas has exhibited his artwork extensively in Jamaica and internationally. His awards include the Bronze Musgrave Medal for excellence in art in 2014, the Public Prize in the 2006 SuperPlus Under 40 Artist of the Year competition and the Aaron Matalon Award in the 2008 National Biennial. He is the winner of […]
People Magazine Features Miss Jamaica Universe’s Afro
While Miss Jamaica Davina Bennett did not win the crown at the 2017 Miss Universe pageant, she created a major response on social media as fans applauded her decision to wear an afro hairstyle during the competition. Bennett, 23, was praised for embracing her natural hair, and her fans even started a Twitter hashtag “#MissJamaicaShouldHaveWon.” […]
Fashions by Jamaican Designer Featured Each Week on HBO Hit “Insecure”
Jamaican costume designer and fashion stylist Ayanna James is the creative force behind the popular looks on the HBO hit show “Insecure.” James enjoys working in an area where narrative and visuals come together, and she has created what have been called “obsession-worthy” and “iconic” looks for the show. Going beyond costumes that look good, […]
Did Jamaica Court Bailiff scam me?
QUESTION: Dear Legal Wiz, A man turned up at my place and showed me an id that he was a court bailiff working at the Court. He said he had a warrant for my arrest because I had not gone to Criminal court when I should. I had to pay him $30,000.00 and as he […]
Miss Jamaica Finishes Third Miss Universe 2017 Pageant
Miss Jamaica, Davina Bennett, 21, finished in third place at the Miss Universe pageant for 2017 in Las Vegas, Nevada. This marks the first time that a Jamaican contestant has taken a Top-3 spot at the prestigious event. Bennett, who holds the title of Miss Universe Jamaica 2017, was selected as second runner-up from a […]
Chinese Village Plays Host to Jamaican-American Hakka descendants
People from all over the world travelled to a Chinese village to mark the 200th anniversary of their ancestral home. The celebration featured firecrackers and a lion dance to welcome visitors from the United States, Canada, Britain, Malaysia, and various parts of China, all of whom are linked by blood to Luo Ruifeng, an individual […]
I Filed for a Relative In Jamaica Who Then Moved to London – Immigration Q & A
Question: I am a US citizen who filed for my sister in 2007 while she lived in Jamaica – she has now moved to London, England. Is this move going to affect her case and what can I do to make sure the government knows about her move? Answer: The move can affect her application […]
Usain Bolt receives IAAF President’s Award
Jamaica’s Olympic champion sprinter Usain Bolt received the President’s Award at the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) awards ceremony held at the Grimaldi Forum in Monaco on November 24, 2017. The President’s Award honored Bolt, the eight-time Olympic gold medal winner, for his “great service to athletics.” Bolt retired in 2017 after winning a […]
Our Stories: Born Jamaican, Inspired By Africa- Dashiki Trendz
In this installment of Our Stories, Dashiki Trendz’ Owner, Horace Collins shares how Africa inspired his new perspective on business and life…For many people, Jamaica is pictured as an island paradise – white sandy beaches, a beautiful and vivacious culture, rich and wholesome food, and attractive people. And while that image is not far from […]
Miami Herald Features Story on Jamaicans Living in the USA
In a visit to South Florida, Jamaican Prime Minister Andrew Holness discussed the Jamaican Diaspora with the Miami Herald. Holness, 45, faces significant challenges in Jamaica, including a high murder rate, bloat in the public sector, low growth rates, and high debt. But he has also overseen positive actions in his country, such as easing […]