Top 7 Jamaican & Caribbean News Stories for the week ending September 4th, 2015
—————————————- THIS WEEK’S TOP NEWS STORIES —————————————- JAMAICAN GOVERNMENT COMMITS TO PROVISION OF HOUSING—08/29/15 Jamaica’s Prime Minister Portia Simpson Miller said that her administration is committed to providing housing to the nation’s citizens. The government realizes that it is the right of every Jamaican to have appropriate housing. To achieve its goals, the government is […]
Vodkila Liquor DJs ALL WHITE WEEKEND Rooftop & Loft Party a SUCCESS!!!
The Vodkila Liquor All White Weekend Rooftop and Loft Party were a huge success, thanks to all who came out. Thanks to Anthony Armstead and for the entire Vodkila team that made this possible. Held at Loft 172 was the perfect atmosphere for the rooftop party for Vodkila. Elegant and classy are the words to […]
Writing Your Own Reality Check
When you grow up in the Caribbean, and probably in any black neighborhood in the world, political correctness is something you only hear about on television. Realities aren’t necessarily good or bad, they’re just what they are. Where I grew up, if you have one foot, your nickname is “Oney”, if you have large eyes […]
Fashion: Preppy In Pink
I suspect that when most people think of Jamaica, it’s usually which resort should I stay at or where are the best beaches? Well if you’re feeling a little more adventurous, you may want to keep reading 🙂 I’ve taken you to the local Farmers Market, but now how about the ultimate dining experience?? We are travelling 3,500 […]
The Real Love Series Book 1 Chris Low Superstar
The new book The Real Love Series Book 1: Chris Low Superstar is here. The Real Love Series Book 1 Chris Low Superstar may be ordered at talibbooks.com or via amazon.com or barnes&noble.com. For more information, please contact us at [email protected]. Protagonist Chris Low is a selfish, arrogant and hugely famous rhythm and blues Singer […]
Caribbean Council of Presidents of Georgia (CCPG) Join Forces with Dominica Atlanta Community Association (DACA) to Provide Disaster Relief to the Island of Dominica August 29, 2015, Lithonia, Georgia
The Caribbean Council of Presidents of Georgia (CCPG) is currently collaborating with the Dominica Atlanta Community Association (DACA) to provide emergency disaster relief to the citizens of Dominica. The island of Dominica sustained massive damage on August 26, 2015, when tropical storm Erika hit the Caribbean country. Recent reports confirmed 20 individuals lost their lives […]
25th Annual Benefit Luncheon for Mustard Seed Communities Slated for Sunday, September 20, 2015, New York
Friends of Mustard Seed Communities will host its 25th annual luncheon benefiting Mustard Seed Communities on Sunday, September 20, 2015, 12:30 pm, at the New York Hilton and Towers, 1335 Avenue of the Americas (Sixth Avenue at 54th Street), New York City. Tickets are $140.00 each and are tax deductible to the extent permitted by […]
Get Intimate with Rising Dancehall and Reggae Star Lucas DiPasquale at LIVE STREAM Acoustic “An Audible Affair” Performance and Q&A
Since his arrival on the dancehall and reggae scene with his remarkable acoustic mash-up of hits (Road Affi Tek On, Ravin and Only Man She Want) by Dancehall artist Popcaan, rising star Canadian singer Lucas DiPasquale has captured the heart and soul of music lovers by blending his melodious voice, smooth delivery and blend of […]
Photo Highlights from Catch A Fire Tour 2015 New York
The Catch A Fire Tour, named after Bob Marley and the Wailers 1973 album, came to New York on August 30th. The concert was held at the Summer Stage in Central Park, New York. The Catch A Fire concert featured Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley, Stephen “Ragga” Marley, Morgan Heritage, Tarrus Riley, Joe Mersa, Black Am […]
Thwaites briefs Diaspora Members by teleconference on Education in Jamaica
In an ever changing world, the future of our people is etched on the level of education within that society. It is evident that the Jamaica Diaspora Education Task Force (JDETF) shares the same sentiment as stakeholders in Jamaica: education is the key for success. On Sunday, August 16, 2015 the first meeting of the […]