Marcia Griffiths to headline JABA annual Grand Gala and Awards Ceremony

Directed by President, Attorney Don D. G. James, Esquire and celebrating legal scholastic excellence, the Jamaican-American Bar Association (JABA), will once again hold its...

Keep breakfast satisfying with smart substitutions

When it comes to breakfast, the options are truly endless. However these days, dietary sensitivities to dairy, eggs, nuts and meat-free lifestyle choices can...

Remembering Savannah

Officials gather to remember Haitian soldiers of American Revolutionary War It was a special night of Remembrance last Friday as numerous ministers from Haiti, as...

Soundtrack for hit Jamaican movie, “Destiny,” released on iTunes

Soundtrack for hit Jamaican film, “Destiny,” has finally been released on iTunes, Amazon and Stream. Tracks include music from the film’s stars Chris Martin and...

Jamaican government ready to pay public sector workers

The Jamaican Government says it is ready to pay public sector workers in this month's salary under the new wage deal, signed in August. However,...

Actor Omari Hardwick confirmed as celebrity judge for Miami Gardens Wine...

Omari Hardwick from BET’s “Being Mary Jane” has been confirmed as a judge for the upcoming Miami Gardens Wine and Food Experience. The Festival will feature...

Study names South Florida as nation’s capital of mortgage fraud

A new report has named South Florida as the nation’s capital of mortgage fraud. Analytics firm CoreLogic says Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach Counties have...

Bolt resumes training

Usain Bolt resumed training this week, following the conclusion of another successful season. The sprinting sensation in taking his first steps towards a dominant 2016...

Bonds: what everyone should know

For most law-abiding citizens, the thought of ever having to get out of jail seems incomprehensible. But at some point, we, a family member...

JADCO to improve accuracy of testing process for athletes

In response to criticism about outdated procedures, the Jamaica Anti-Doping Commission (JADCO) says they have made great strides, improving the frequency and accuracy of...

JA Minister of Technology to speak at Caribbean Renewable Energy Forum...

Political leaders and energy experts from across the Caribbean head to Miami next Monday for the Caribbean Renewable Energy Forum. The three-day event will explore...

CNW90: Miami Broward Carnival announces One Island as Best Band of...

A look at some of the top stories making the news today, October 15, across your Caribbean-American community in South Florida. Following a surge of...

Students to explore construction career opportunities at Construction Career Days of...

The 15th annual Construction Career Days of South Florida will take place on Tuesday and Wednesday, October 20 – 21, 2015, at Bergeron Rodeo Grounds in Davie. The...
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CDC study shows urgent need for improved prescribing practices

Drug overdose is the leading cause of injury death in the United States – mostly due to abuse and misuse of prescription opioid pain...

Men, know your paternity rights

Dad, you have an 8-year-old son that is the apple of your eye. You were there when he took his first steps, attended every...

Met Baptist Church and Reclaimed Territory make sweet music for a...

To give back to the community, the Metropolitan Baptist Church and Jamaican charity group Reclaimed Territory is hosting a spectacular Benevolent Concert, on Saturday,...

Miami-Dade School Board approves two gun violence prevention programs

Following a surge of recent school shootings across the nation, the Miami Dade Public School board has approved two gun violence prevention programs. Behavior...

President of JFF blasts Reggae Boys following loss to South Korea

President of the Jamaica Football Federation (JFF) Captain Horace Burrell has blasted the Reggae Boyz for lack of effort following their 3-0 loss against...

Miami Broward Carnival announces band winners

This past weekend’s Miami Broward Carnival may have been the best party of the year. But don’t be fooled. Carnival is serious business. It’s...