• Fri, 25 September 2026

Saint Lucia Prime Minister “Counting” On Diaspora

Saint Lucia’s citizens abroad are critically important to the development of the island nation, and its government is not going to overlook them. That was the assurance Prime Minister Stephenson King gave to nationals over the weekend when he addressed them at Brooklyn’s Saint Lucia House, where he pledged both political and financial commitments to […]

Women Beware, Navigating Relationships with Jamaican Men – A Balanced Perspective

Women Beware Navigating Relationships with Jamaican Men

When it comes to relationships in Jamaica, it’s important to approach them with caution and a clear understanding of cultural dynamics when it comes to Jamaican men. While Jamaica is known for its warm and welcoming people, it’s wise to be mindful of the complexities that can arise in romantic relationships, especially those involving individuals […]

How Much Luck Do You Need?

“How much luck do you need?” Not a question most of us ever consider but one that could be profoundly insightful.  At work I have a vase on my desk with some bamboo stalks growing in water. I had placed them there to add greenery to my workspace and maybe even bring myself some luck […]

Interview with Esther Figueroa filmmaker of the documentary ‘Jamaica for Sale’

This week we interview Esther Figueroa, Ph.D. filmmaker of the documentary ‘Jamaica for Sale’.  Esther is a Jamaican, independent filmmaker, writer, and linguist. She has 25 years of experience in media production including documentaries, educational videos, television programming, music videos, multi-media, web content, and feature film. An activist filmmaker, her work focuses on local knowledge, […]

Interview with Reggae Marathon Race Director, Alfred Francis – Celebrating 10 years

This year the Reggae Marathon celebrates its 10-year anniversary as one of Jamaica’s premiere marathon events. This week we sit down with Race Director, Alfred Francis and ask 10 questions about the Reggae Marathon.  Q. When the Reggae Marathon was started in 2001 did you envision it becoming the premiere marathon event in Jamaica?Thanks for […]

Interview with Jamaican female Deejay, Naz

This week we interview rising Jamaican female Deejay, Naz.  In last year’s Heineken Green Synergy DJ competition she was the lone female DJ in the hunt for the over $2 million (Jamaican dollars) cash prize. Christened Nazaria Taylor, this Deejay is one to watch. How did you get into DeeJaying?I loved music from school days […]

Book Review: Forever Young At 50+

About the Book:A compilation of 100 stories, featuring individuals over the age of 50 who have made great achievements, overcome tremendous adversity, and through it all, still remain forever young. The book is formatted in three categories:  They Achieved: Features 54 stories of individuals who faced major setbacks in life but was determined to succeed, […]

Book Review – Keep On Pushing: Hot Lessons From Cool Runnings

About the Book:Keep On Pushing: Hot Lessons From Cool Runnings is a semi-autobiographical motivational book by original Jamaica bobsled team member Devon Harris. In this book Devon has brought together all that he has learned along the way, from his days as a student in Kingston, to his education at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, […]

Jamaicans On the Go: Martha’s Vineyard

Lola’s has been an institution for 17 years or so.  The establishment is located on Martha’s Vineyard in Oak Bluffs, not that far away from a stretch of oceanfront called “The Inkwell”.  Well known as the spot where slaves and then the free African American Community were  relegated to enjoy the sea and beach ‘The […]