As Spring unfolds, South Florida gears up to host a vibrant array of events, enticing residents and visitors alike to immerse themselves in a rich selection of cultural experiences. From the glamour of the Miami Film Festival to the tantalizing flavors of the Orange Bowl Food & Wine Celebration and the Miami Creole Food Festival, […]

New York fashion house Theophilio and Warby Parker have joined to produce Shaunie sunglasses, a limited edition line of eyewear inspired by the Jamaican heritage and childhood of Brooklyn-based fashion designer, Edvin Thompson, in Kingston, Jamaica. Thompson’s inspiration The name of the new eyewear line comes from the nickname given to Thompson in childhood. He […]

Jamaica is well known for its music, beaches, and cuisine. It also boasts a dynamic heritage of unique history, tradition, and remarkable art. Jamaican museums offer visitors to the tropical Caribbean nation the opportunity to learn about all aspects of Jamaica. Here are six of the most intriguing art and culture experiences featured on the […]

There is no question that bread plays a vital role in many cultures, and the variety of bread made from its few basic ingredients is remarkable. In Nigeria, the soft, sweet. square-loafed version known as Agege bread is a national staple, and it has a fascinating history and a strong Jamaican connection. Amos Shackleford, the […]

New York City is renowned for its bustling and vibrant cultural scene with a tapestry of events catering to various interests. From the electrifying Olivia Rodrigo GUTS World Tour at Madison Square Garden to the inspiring Dance Theatre of Harlem performances at New York City Center, the month is packed with artistic expressions that will […]

Tanya Ironchild lives in Canada with her family. She was raised in her Indigenous community, and after rediscovering her Jamaican heritage through links in the Black community, she decided that her life and her family would honor the traditions of both communities. Recognizing her two heritages Ironchild told CBC News that she was raised “more […]

The “Bob Marley: One Love” movie has set off speculation among fans and critics about its potential to bring the iconic Jamaican reggae artist two of the most prestigious awards in the entertainment industry: the Grammy and the Oscar. The new film and its soundtrack “One Love -Original Motion Picture Soundtrack 2024″ could change that. […]

I love the phrase “If you fail to plan you plan to fail.” Plans are made for just about everything in life or chaos would take over. The wedding day is planned out months before in an effort to have a great and orderly wedding ceremony. When we live by good standards and plan well […]

Jamaica’s champion runner, Sean Bailey, 26, announced his engagement to his long-time girlfriend Denae McFarlane after proposing to her on Valentine’s Day, February 14, 2024. He shared the information on Instagram, posting, “She said yes!” The momentous engagement comes at the same time as the 400-meter national champion is preparing to qualify for a place […]

Last month, during the last day of the Southeastern Conference (SEC) Indoor Championships at Randal Tyson Track Center in Fayetteville, Arkansas, Jamaica’s Lamara Distin set a new national record in the women’s high jump. Distin, a senior at Texas A&M University, cleared a jump of 2.00 meters, passing the previous national record she set of […]