Faith leaders must rise to the challenge in times of crisis. As the Trump administration’s treatment of immigrants continues to harm vulnerable communities, it is crucial for those in positions of spiritual leadership to speak out and advocate for justice, compassion, and humanity. This is a moral moment—our faith calls us to step up, to […]
By Jamaicans.com | Photo credit: Erika Koch / National Portrait Gallery UK On this day, 6th February 1905, the remarkable Una Marson was born in Santa Cruz, St Elizabeth, Jamaica. A poet, playwright, journalist, and activist, Marson was a pioneer in Caribbean literature and an unwavering advocate for gender equality and racial justice. Her contributions […]
By Pearl Phillip February is recognized as Heart Health Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of heart health and encouraging people to take steps toward a healthier lifestyle. Cardiovascular disease remains one of the leading causes of death worldwide, but many heart conditions can be prevented through lifestyle changes, such as […]
By Caribbean Report Newsletter | Editorial credit: Perris Tumbao / shutterstock.com The 2025 edition of St. Thomas Carnival in the U.S. Virgin Islands will be held from April 27 to May 3, 2025. The 73rd annual Carnival celebration will feature traditional events, including the Queen and Princess Pageants, Calypso Monarch, Pan-O-Rama, and the highly anticipated J’ouvert […]
By Caribbean Report Newsletter | Photo Credit: Routes The Caribbean reported a highly successful presence at Routes Americas 2025, the region’s premier air service development forum, held from February 10-12 at Atlantis Paradise Island, The Bahamas. With over 900 senior industry professionals in attendance, the event provided a crucial platform for strengthening Caribbean air connectivity, expanding […]
By Staff Writer | Editorial credit: Christian Bertrand / shutterstock.com Los Angeles, CA – In a stunning turn of events, jurors in Los Angeles have found rapper A$AP Rocky, born Rakim Mayers, not guilty of two felony counts of assault with a semiautomatic firearm. The charges stemmed from a 2021 incident where the rapper allegedly […]
By Staff Editor, Jamaicans.com | Photo credit: Jamaicans.com On February 12, 1965, Philip Thomas, better known as Cutty Ranks was born in Kingston, Jamaica. A true pioneer of hardcore dancehall, Cutty Ranks’ deep baritone, rapid-fire delivery, and uncompromising lyrics set him apart in the genre, influencing generations of DJs, toasters, and reggae artists worldwide. Early Life […]
The National Football League (NFL) has long been dominated by American-born players, but international talent continues to make an impact. Among foreign-born players, Jamaica ranks third in representation, following Canada and Germany. Jamaicans have been part of the NFL for decades, with Craig Bingham being the first Jamaican-born player drafted into the league in 1982. […]
The CARICOM Multilateral Air Services Agreement (MASA) will be in focus at the 48th Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of CARICOM in Bridgetown, Barbados, from 19 – 21 February 2025, under the Chairmanship of the Hon. Mia Amor Mottley, Prime Minister of Barbados. Transportation is one of the key items on the Heads’ […]
By CARICOM (CARICOM Secretary-General, Turkeyen, Greater Georgetown, Guyana) – Dr Carla Barnett, Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Secretary-General, has commended Dominica’s leadership in regional integration, as the Community navigates the goal of free movement within CARICOM. This was highlighted during the virtual accreditation of His Excellency Gerard Jean-Jacques as Dominica’s new Ambassador to CARICOM. “Dominica’s leadership in […]