Jamaica’s Reggae Girl named 2016 Rhodes Scholar
Twenty four year old Reggae Girl Sherona Forrester has been named the 2016 Jamaican Rhodes Scholar.
The announcement was made on November 19 during a...
Broward Commissioner discusses economic opportunities between DR Congo and Broward County
Delegates from the Democratic Republic (DR) of Congo stopped by Fort Lauderdale to discuss economic opportunities in the local market, as part of the...
Florida Highways Patrol implements campaign to encourage safe driving on I-95
The Florida Highways Patrol is cracking down on drivers who violate the plastic pole partitions separating regular and express lanes on the I-95.
More patrol...
IMF decision sets off political row in Jamaica
The International Monetary Fund’s mission team to Jamaica has agreed to loosen the purse strings, relaxing Jamaica’s primary surplus target under the current extended...
WICB president under attack
Three former presidents of the West Indies Cricket Board (WICB) have condemned the decision by the Dave Cameron led WICB to ignore a request...
Regulations governing Jamaica’s cannabis industry to take effect early next year
Chairman of the Cannabis Licensing Authority (CLA), in Jamaica, Dr. Andre Gordon, has promised that the authority will be transparent as it seeks to...
Establishing parental rights from an extra-marital affair
There are many emotional consequences of an extra-marital affair. But, if one of these consequences is a new-born, there are also many legal implications...
Jamaica’s Ardenne High School participates in United Nations UFUNA Model Assembly
Students from Jamaica’s Ardenne High School were recently in New York City to participate in the United Nations UFUNA Model Assembly. The program offers...
Reggae Boyz claws back to the top, defeats Haiti 1-0
Jamaica clawed its way back into contention in the FIFA World Cup qualifiers, following a hard-fought 1-0 win against Haiti at Stade Sylvio Cator...
5 cooking tricks that add a little spice to healthy foods
Warm weather and fresh fare go hand in hand. While healthy foods dominate the summer months, too often people fall into meal ruts where...
How new technology can help chronic disease management
Affecting more than 1.6 million Americans, Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis (UC) — known collectively as inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) — are painful, chronic...
Zimbabwe Music Awards to honor Bob Marley
Jamaican musical genius Bob Marley will be honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2015 Zimbabwe Music Awards (ZIMA), to be held early next...
Jamaica’s bobsledders call on Diaspora for support
Forever inspired by the cult classic “Cool Runnings,” Jamaican bobsledder Seldwyn Morgan hopes to relive the team’s Olympic experience. Two two-man teams and a...
Diaspora voting rights will be “lengthy battle,” says Haiti PM
Obtaining voting rights for members throughout the Diaspora “will take time,” said Prime Minister of Haiti Evans Paul, speaking at last weekend’s National Association...
Star pilot inspires students with helicopter classroom
Tanicia Milton was still oozing with excitement days after famous Caribbean-American pilot Barrington Irving visited her Lauderhill school, Royal Palm Elementary, in a helicopter....
A Night of Culture with Haiti First
As part of their fundraising efforts to support education and growth in Haiti, Haiti First will be hosting their annual Cultural night, set for...
New police chief in place in Miami Gardens
Antonio Brooklen was officially sworn in on Monday as Miami Gardens’ police chief, following his recent appointment by city manager Cameron.
Brooklen, 39, has been...
8 time-saving tips for busy parents
The first time around, being a parent means learning a lot of new things and approaching each new stage with caution. The second time...
Plan for your children’s future without breaking the bank
College costs in the U.S. are on the rise. According to the latest College Board survey, the average price tag for an in-state public college...
