Jamaican Actress, Former Miss Jamaica World Runner-Up, in New U.S. Television Series
Jamaican Trishauna Clarke, a runner-up in tehe 2012 Miss Jamaica World pageant, has a recurring role in a new television series in the United States. “The Catch,” a drama about a private investigator looking for revenge on her ex who stole her money, airs on ABC and premiered on March 24, 2016, Clarke plays “Tasha,” […]
Popular Reggae Artist Ras Slick Makes Mark with ‘My Time’ Studio Opening, New Song ‘Humanity’
If the past few months are any indicator of what lies in store, it’s clear that 2016 will indisputably be a year of great success for Reggae entertainer Ras Slick, also known as Sylburn Rowe by friends and family. Much to his credit, the popular singer has loads of “Good Things” going on…and not just […]
Next Generation Music Artist, Skip Marley Appears in Gap’s New ‘1969 Denim’ Ad Campaign
Next generation Marley family member and musician, Skip Marley has been included in the GAP clothing company’s new online social media promotion campaign promoting their ‘1969 DENIM’ clothing line with people that “live the spirit” of those known for the style they wear. “The Gap asked me what makes me feel most alive,” Skip explains […]
Jamaican Jazz Vocalist Brings Signature Show to Miramar, Florida, April 17th, 2016
When Jamaica’s top female jazz vocalist, the incomparable Myrna Hague, brings her signature show “Simply Myrna” to the Miramar Cultural Center on April 17th, it will mark her second appearance at the City’s cultural showpiece. Hague first performed at the official opening of the center with her husband, trumpeter and founder of the Ocho Rios […]
R&B Legend Betty Wright Sponsors Entertainment for “Protect Them” Gala
JIFFD and members of the Diaspora NUH GUH DEH Campaign will host the “Protect Them” Gala on Saturday, April 23rd, 2016 at 6:000 PM at the Carolina Golf Club, in Margate. The event will benefit nonprofit organization’s working to prevent child sexual abuse as well as those providing support services to survivors. The evening will […]
Jamaican Chosen as New Miramar Police Chief
Dexter Williams has been appointed the new chief of police in Miramar. A native of New York who also spent part of his childhood in Spanish Town, Jamaica, Williams has worked in law enforcement for 25 years. He will replace Ray Black who retired in January 2016. Williams has served the Miramar City Police Force […]
Jamaican Chef, Andre Fowles, Selected For Food Network “Chopped” Champions Tournament
Andre Fowles, Jamaican-born chef, will return to the Food Network television competition series “Chopped” to participate in Season Five of the Champions tournament. He is one of 16 previous winners on the program to return for the five-part tournament competition. The winner will receive the title of Chopped Grand Champion and a monetary prize of […]
Lost Jamaican TRN, I need to get it back
QUESTION: Dear Legal Wiz, I lost my TRN and I live in the USA how do I get it back. Bruce Bishop RESPONSE: Dear Bruce, You can write to or apply online. However you wont be able to get the card without visiting the office or the physical assistance of someone in Jamaica. The card […]
10 Beautiful Photos from Jamaica Carnival 2016
The Jamaica Carnival 2016 was held this past Sunday in Kingston, Jamaica. Bands in colorful costumes masqueraded and palanced (PArty Lime ANd daNCE) down the streets. Here are 10 beautiful photos from Jamaica Carnival 2016. Did you attend the Jamaica Carnival this year? What was your experience? […]
Cricket Triple Crown for Windies in WT20 – West Indies Women’s & Men’s national team
The West Indies cricket teams added to their list of accomplishments at the World Cup Twenty 20, with the men’s team the first to win the T20 World Cup twice. A 4-wicket victory over England in the ICC World Twenty 20 final sealed the record performance. The West Indies Women’s national team defeated Australia, a […]