US President Barack Obama sends congratulations to Jamaica on their 53rd Independence
US President Barack Obama congratulated Jamaica on it’s 53 years of Independence via a statement by United States Secretary of State John Kerry. Below is the full Statement: On behalf of President Obama and the people of the United States, I extend my warmest congratulations to the people of Jamaica as you celebrate 53 years […]
‘Talk is Cheap Action is Priceless’ – Jamaica Diaspora Conference 2015
Negativity and ‘bad talk’ sometimes will affect ‘good people’ – the Butterfly Effect. Be assured though, that in the midst of production, accomplishments and achievements, talk becomes cheap and meaningless. It is indeed a pleasure to be a part of the growth process from embryo. I have watched the Diaspora movement grow from strength to […]
“Being Jamaican is everything!!!! ” – SMILE JAMAICA PHOTOS
Our feature “Smile Jamaica” highlights some positives about Jamaica and Jamaicans. We asked Anthony at the New York Jerk Festival “Why do you love being Jamaican ?” – Photo by Jeana Lindo Being Jamaican is everything. – Anthony The “Smile Jamaica” series is open to anyone who loves Jamaica and/or Jamaicans. If you would like to […]
8 Reasons Why Jamaica is a Superpower!!!
On August 6, 1962 a superpower was born in the Caribbean. When people think of superpower countries, they think of military might, high GDP, a strong global economy and heavy influence in global decisions. However, there are many ways in which a country can influence world culture. With a brand that is recognized in every […]
Review and Photo Highlights Jamaican Jerk Festival New York 2015
Everyone knows Jerkfest, or to give its official title ‘The Grace Jamaican Jerk Festival’ held in Roy Wilkins Park on Sunday July 19 is all about food! Culinary connoisseurs expect, not just any old food, but Jamaican food prefixed by the word ‘jerk’. The Cook-off competition, is always a popular diversion and this year was […]
Health Care Boosted in St. Elizabeth; Numbers Accessing Services Increase at Centre of Excellence
The Ministry of Health developed the Centres of Excellence as part of its thrust to enhance the provision of primary health care across the island and since the opening of the first Centre in 2013; the Santa Cruz Centre of Excellence has seen a significant increase in the number of persons accessing its services. A […]
My Boyfriend’s Friend With Benefits Won’t Leave Him Alone. What Should I do? – Ask a Jamaican Guy
Q: My boyfriend had a “friend with benefits” arrangement with a co-worker that ended when we met. She has tried to break us up and tried to seduce him a few times while they were at work. Recently, we got engaged and she has ramped up her little project to get him back. She knows […]
Photo Highlights from the Jamaica Independence 2015 Gala and Awards South Florida
The Jamaica United Relief Association, Inc, (JURA) held their annual Jamaica Independence Gala and Awards on Saturday, 1st August, 2015 at the Signature Grand Ballroom in Davie, Florida. The 2015 South Florida Diaspora Honors Awardees were honored at the event and presented with their Jamaican Consulate Award plaques. Congrats to Jamaicans.com Photographer Addy Chin, who […]
Proud & Free Jamaica 53 – Independence Thanksgiving Church Service New York
The Thanksgiving service in recognition of Jamaica’s 53rd year of independence was celebrated at St. Frances of Rome Catholic Church, on August 2nd, officiated by Rev Cannon Calvin McIntyre from the Church of the Good Shepherd – who did not disappoint with a barrage of jokes to tickle the mainly Jamaican crowd, while the Rev […]
On this day in Jamaican history: Jamaican International filmmaker and actress, Esther Anderson
Jamaican filmmaker, photographer and actress, Esther Anderson was born on August 4, 1946, in Highgate, St Mary, Jamaica. She had roles in a number of early 1960s British television shows, including Dixon of Dock Green and The Avengers. She played roles in movies such as Henry Levin’s Genghis Khan for Columbia Pictures, Robert Freeman’s The […]