Jamaican Star Omi Booked for Irie Fashion Rave (IFR) at One of the Largest Mall Network in the USA
In 2015, Jamaican international pop star OMI created history in the USA with his smash hit “Cheerleader,” that won the coveted Billboard No. 1 song of the summer, ahead of stars like Taylor Swift, Justin Beiber, Wiz Khalifa, Kendrick Lamar and Adele. In the UK, Omi also made history when “Cheerleader” topped the pop charts […]
Jamaica College Old Boys Association of New York hosts Griffin AwardsTM at Manhattan Gala, April 8th, 2017
Minister of Education Hon. Ruel Reid headlines an outstanding cast of honorees The Jamaica College Old Boys Association of New York, Inc. (JCOBA-NY) will host its annual fund-raising event, Saturday, 8 April 2017, at the SVA Theater in Manhattan. The affair is under the distinguished patronage of Her Excellency, Ambassador Audrey Marks. Re-branded as The […]
SRHA Strengthens Technical Capacity of Staff to Function at International Standards
The Southern Regional Health Authority (SRHA) in partnership with the Heart Trust/NTA has trained 14 staff members in Electro-Mechanic Engineering Maintenance, in an effort to improve and strengthen the technical capacity of its Operations and Maintenance team, to perform at international standards. SRHA Maintenance Manager, Mr. Richard Copeland said the SRHA recognized the need for […]
Queen Ifrica “Climb” Tops Billboard Reggae Chart
Reggae’s Queen Ifrica has ceremoniously taken her throne at the top of the Billboard Reggae chart, as her latest studio album “Climb” debuts at #1 this week. Sales of the album were bolstered by an in-store/acoustic performance event at VP Records’ Florida location as well as strong digital album downloads. Returning to the scene after […]
Jamaica National Building Society (JNBS) partners with South Florida Alumni True Blue Weekend Event: March 24th – 26th, 2017, Miramar, Florida
The Jamaica National Building Society (JNBS) has partnered with The St. George’s College Old Boys Association of Florida, Inc. and The Jamaica College Old Boys Association of Florida, Inc as one of the sponsors of the 13th Annual Dennis Ziadie/True Blue Weekend. The event will take place March 24th – 26th, 2017. JNBS has been […]
Fay-Ann Lyons Debut Album “Break The World” Makes Unprecedented Billboard Debut
Trinidadian-based singer and songwriter Fay Ann Lyons has achieved a remarkable feat with her VP Records debut album “Break The World” coming in at #3 on the Billboard Reggae Chart. This notable achievement is a first for an individual artist album in soca. The album release follows a run of successful shows at Trinidad & […]
Curvy Diva Signs Recording Deal with Good Good Production
Host and popular media personality, Yanique ‘Curvy Diva’ Barrett, has officially signed a lucrative recording deal with production powerhouse label Good Good Production. Owned and operated by producer and event tycoon Evan ‘Zum’ Powell, Good Good Production has had eminent success with recording projects since the label’s inception in 2010 and has released hit singles […]
Starbucks’s Possible Entry into Jamaican Market Brings Mixed Reactions
Jamaica, the home of Blue Mountain Coffee, a brand with world renown, could see the international coffee chain Starbucks begin to do business on the island. The possibility has brought mixed reactions from the public. Among those who have negative reactions to possible Starbucks outlets, most assume that the stores will not be selling local […]
Chronixx Is New Face of Adidas 2017 Spring Summer Collection
Adidas, one of the biggest international sports apparel firms in the world, has selected Jamaican Rastafarian and reggae star Chronixx to represent its new Spring Summer 2017 fashion collection. Chronixx, 24, is now the face of Adidas SPEZIAL, a line inspired by the company’s sportswear heritage and its influence on global culture. According to Adidas, […]
Commonwealth Day 2017 Message – Senator The Honourable Kamina Johnson Smith, Minister Of Foreign Affairs And Foreign Trade
The promotion of peace has long been a fundamental principle of the Commonwealth of Nations. In fact, the Commonwealth Charter asserts that “international peace and security, sustainable economic growth and development and the rule of law are essential to the progress and prosperity of all.” It is fitting therefore that this year, Commonwealth Day is […]