Island SPACE To Honor Everyday Exceptional Women at “HERS” Event
Paying homage to a group that represents half the population yet is still considered a disadvantaged and underserved community, Mother’s Day and Women’s History Month only scratch the surface in recognizing the contributions of women. To acknowledge the unique needs of women, and build upon the Women Warriors series the museum presented earlier in 2023, […]
Sickle Cell Foundation in South Florida Raises 8.1K at Gala for Life-Saving Tech
Shak’s Hope Sickle Cell Foundation, the vision of Shakira Aminah Martin, Miss Jamaica Universe 2011, who passed in August 2016 from sickle-cell complications, successfully hosted its first annual Sickle Cell Education, Awareness and Award Gala on 17 June 2023. The event garnered overwhelming support from the community and raised an impressive $8,100. Honoring a Beauty […]
Jamaican-Americans Kerry Washington and Sheryl Lee Ralph Selected for Walk of Fame Stars
Jamaican Americans Sheryl Lee Ralph, an Emmy Award winner and star of “Abbot Elementary,” and Kerry Washington, known for her role as “Olivia Pope” in the television series, “Scandal,” have been chosen to receive stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. They are among a group of honorees selected from hundreds of nominations at a […]
Love Languages Speak When Spouses Listen….Five Ways
My all time favorite program to watch is Bushcraft. I find it very interesting to watch those men and women camping in the mountains, many times off the grid, fending for themselves by being creative. It is something I am still trying to convince Michelle to let us try, although I know it may never […]
Jamaican-Canadian Company Acquires Production Facility in Malta
Jamaican Medical Cannabis Corporation (JMCC) has acquired several assets held by Materia Ventures in Malta. Materia Ventures is a cannabis and CBD products supply and distribution firm focused on Europe. Among the assets acquired by JMCC is a medical production facility certified by the European Union-Good Manufacturing Practices (EU-GMP) and in compliance with the minimum […]
WEEKLY DEVOTIONAL – The Teachings of Jesus
The more I study the life and ministry of Jesus, the more I appreciate His revolutionary and provocative teachings. If He physically walked among us today, chances are good He would make us very uncomfortable with teachings that would pull away the “figs” with which we covered our spiritual selves while exposing us for what […]
Greatest Setback for Jamaica’s Leading Men’s Lacrosse Team is Funding
Rising to the position of first-rate competitors in professional sports isn’t easy, nor does it come without a price tag. One of the largest disadvantages for the Jamaican Men’s Lacrosse team is tepid funding support. Resorting to Crowdfunding Lacrosse was introduced to Jamaica in 2014. While it’s been widely supported by fans and the team […]
New York Born Jamaican Actor Emilio Evans Celebrates Jamaican Roots in ‘Makeup and Breakup’ New Season
Actor Emilio Evans, co-star of the TV series Makeup and Breakup (aka Makeup X Breakup) will return to the screen starting July 6 when the half hour drama premieres its second season on the popular streaming platform Allblk.tv (All Black TV). Romantic TV Drama Set in New York City, Makeup X Breakup is written and directed by series creator Eric […]
Jamaicans.com is Official Media Partner of International Reggae Day 2023
Every year on July 1 music fans observe International Reggae Day (IRD), a 24-hour celebration of reggae culture and its place in the history of Jamaican music. This year, Jamaicans.com, the premier platform for all things Jamaican, has partnered with International Reggae Day (IRD) and will serve as its official Media Partner. The theme of […]
The One You Marry is Affected by the Spirit You Carry…Two Ways
One of the most popular commands heard by a child growing up is “BEHAVE YOURSELF.” In years back even a stranger who is an adult would tell a misbehaving child “BEHAVE YOURSELF.” Good behavior was a big ticket in my childhood days. At the same time adults faced a big challenge in displaying that good […]