Fake News Story Says Usain Bolt Donating $150 Million to Victims of Hurricane Harvey
A fake news story is making the rounds of social media, stating that Jamaica’s recently retired, eight-time Olympic gold medal winner Usain Bolt is donating $150 million to those victimized by Hurricane Harvey. The fake news article is illustrated with a close-up photo of Bolt accompanied by the following text: “Breaking News: Usain Bolt donates […]
Nicky B returns strong with International Record deal
Popular Jamaican singer Nicky B has returned to the recording scene with a strong international backing, a trending single and corresponding video. The artiste recently released a track called ‘Hotter Than You’ through Next Plateau and Universal Republic. Nicky B, who now goes by the moniker Nick Bennett, took some time away from his personal […]
Jamaican-American, Sharon Lawson To Join Fox 5’s “Good Day Atlanta” As Co-Anchor
Sharon Lawson, the popular NBC6 reporter and weekend anchor in South Florida, will move to anchor “Good Day Atlanta” beginning in September, announced FOX 5’s Vice President and News Director, Mike McClain. Lawson will co-anchor with Katie Beasley at 4:30 a.m., and with Buck Lanford at 5:00 a.m. and 8:00 a.m. She will also join […]
Photo Highlights: Atlanta Jamaican Association (AJA) Welcome Reception for their Independence Ball 2017
The Atlanta Jamaican Association (AJA) held a welcome reception for Jamaica’s Ambassador to the United States Audrey Marks, the main speaker at their Independence Ball. The reception was hosted by the Honorary Consul of Jamaica to Atlanta, Jewel Scott, and her husband, Dr. Lee Scott. The reception was on Friday, August 11.
Photo Highlights: Street Dance celebrating Jamaica’s Independence in Atlanta
The Kool Runnings 4th Annual Independence Street Dance took place in Atlanta on August 5th. People came out in their green, gold, and black to celebrate Jamaica’s independence with live DJs, a full bar, and food. Here are 20 photos from the event.
New York City Served a Taste of Jamaica at the Home of All Right Lounge During Us Open Taste of Tennis Kick-Off Event
The Jamaica Tourist Board partnered with Palace Resorts, Miss Lily’s, Appleton Jamaican Rum, Red Stripe and Walkerswood in hosting the Home of All Right Lounge at the 18th annual Taste of Tennis. The event which brings together the world’s celebrated tennis players, celebrities and top chefs, was held at the W New York Hotel on […]
Should I buy Jamaica house from the neighbour without papers?
QUESTION: Dear Legal Wiz, I have lived in Kingston community all my life with my mother. A lady who lives close to us is migrating and says she wants $80,000.00 for the house she built. She doesnt have any paperwork, because the land is captured land. I want to buy it without papers, but what […]
Soca Music’s Jade Lopez Resurfaces with Major Motivational Triumph
Persistence is a hell of a thing. One entertainer’s undying passion and his heritage have fueled what will likely be a long and prosperous career in music. Trinidad and Tobago’s Jade Lopez- the artiste best known for a 2008 single called, “Bum Bum,” is determined to show the world what he’s made of. He’s been […]
10 Outstanding Photos from Notting Hill Carnival 2017
The Notting Hill Carnival 2017 was this weekend in London. This years celebration attracted large crowds of families and friends who came for soca floats, steel bands, and plenty of jerk chicken – and of course, many people came out in colorful costumes. Here are 10 outstanding Instagram photos from Notting Hill Carnival 2017. Did you […]
Our Stories: I escaped the gunshots- Donai
In this installment of Our Stories, recording artiste Donai Singleton explains how he and his colleagues were almost laced with gunshots….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 the […]