Culinary Workshops serving up exciting and healthy meal ideas
The Jamaica Cultural Development Commission’s (JCDC) Culinary Arts Programme will be hosting a series of regional workshops during the month of March to provide training opportunity and exposure to Jamaicans across the island and to guide and prepare persons interested in entering the 2016 Culinary Competition. There are three remaining workshop in the series, which […]
Assassin A.K.A. Agent Sasco Will Make Sxsw Debut Headlining Sounds of the Caribbean Showcase on March 19 In Support of His U.S. Billboard Charting Reggae Album
It is no wonder why hip hop’s biggest names like Kendrick Lamar and Kanye West sought out dancehall artist Assassin a.k.a. Agent Sasco for some of the most wicked guest verses over the last couple of years. The Jamaican lyricist has been slaying the dancehall scene for over a decade, hence the reason for his […]
IRS Agents to Confiscate Money In Jamaica Tied to Tax Fraudster Pamella Watson
Pamella Watson, a Jamaican-American and former CPA working in Miami, Florida, was convicted on charges of tax fraud in December 2015. She is currently in a federal prison serving her sentence of 78 months. Now, the U.S. Internal Revenue Service will travel to Jamaica to recoup some US$1.7 million in investments linked to Watson. Formerly […]
Widow of “Bunny Rugs” Threatens to Sue Third World Band
The widow of William “Bunny Rugs” Clarke, the late lead singer of Third World, has called for the band to pay what she believes it owes to her late husband and has threatened to bring suit against the reggae band to obtain the funds. Bouvier Clark says that founding members of the band promised to […]
Ole Farmers Association North America Awards Eight Scholarships To Case Students
The Ole Farmers Association North America (OFANA) recently presented eight scholarships to students attending the College of Agriculture, Science, & Education (CASE) in Jamaica The Ole Farmers Association North America (OFANA) recently presented eight scholarships to students attending the College of Agriculture, Science, & Education (CASE) in Jamaica on January 30, 2016, valued JA$2.8M or […]
I think 18 years is too long for probate in Jamaica
QUESTION: Dear Legal Wiz, My Grandmother dies 18 years ago and my elderly parents are STILL dealing with probate. She left a will naming my mother as executor. Is it feasible that this should take so long? Claudette RESPONSE: Dear Claudette Highly unusual time period – almost frightening. You should try considering assistance in doing […]
Behind The Scenes/Teaser of Dancehall & Reggae Artist Lex-A-Million “Aye Gyal” Upcoming Music Video
After recently releasing the hit bound track “Aye Gyal” to positive feedback, Dancehall/Reggae artist Lex-A-Million is gearing up for the premiere of the single’s video. Filmed in Hartford, Connecticut with scenes out of Exclusive Cuts a local barber shop, Destiny Awaits Restaurant, club/bar Sunset Cafe, and 3digital studio and designs. The video captures the fun […]
Initiatives to Prevent Child Sexual Abuse Supported by Community Leaders
The Diaspora NUH GUH DEH Campaign is working to ensure a cohesive effort in combating child sex abuse in the local and international community. As members of the Diaspora began to understand some of the systemic and social issues around preventing the rape and molestation of our children, it was quickly recognized that leadership and […]
“The island so sweet!!!! ” – SMILE JAMAICA PHOTOS
Our feature “Smile Jamaica” highlights some positives about Jamaica and Jamaicans. We asked the question “what is the one thing you love about being Jamaican?” at the South Florida Jerk Festival. – Photo by X. Murphy “I love being Jamaican cuz the island so sweet.” The “Smile Jamaica” series is open to anyone who loves Jamaica and/or […]
A Tale of Two Women – There’s the type who is a genuine joy
It was Madeleine Albright who said “there’s a special place in hell for women who don’t help other women”. I’m not sure I believe in heaven and hell, and if they do exist I don’t wish hell on anyone… but there are some women who make you think about it. There are two types of […]