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 Photo Courtesy: Tayla St Rose Listen to our exclusive interview with Tayla St Rose here. Tayla St Rose is not just your average singer-songwriter; she is a powerhouse of creativity, dedication, and ambition. A Saint Lucian American artist with a heart for mentorship and community, Tayla’s multifaceted career has recently reached a […]
By Kadia Francis, jamaicans.com | Photo courtesy of jamaicans.com Christina Cooper, a dynamic Jamaican American actress, model, director and tv producer is breaking barriers in the film and television world and is now bringing her talents to her family’s origins in Jamaica. Born in Los Angeles to a Chinese mother and a Jamaican father, her […]
By Staff Writer, Jamaicans.com | Photo Credit: Jamaicans.com Marlon James, born on 24 November 1970 in Kingston, Jamaica, has become one of the most celebrated voices in contemporary literature. Raised in the vibrant and complex tapestry of Jamaican culture, James was deeply influenced by the oral storytelling traditions that surrounded him. His parents, both in academia—his […]
By jamaicans.com Jamaica may be synonymous with pristine beaches and lively music, but it is also a treasure trove of history and culture. Beyond the rum and rhythms lies an array of museums that capture the very essence of the island. Whether you want to immerse yourself in the rebellious spirit of reggae or delve into […]
By Linda Hohnholz, eturbonews | Photo Courtesy of Jamaica Tourist Board A stunning mural, the latest addition to the Downtown Kingston Art District, was unveiled by the Ministry of Tourism, on World Tourism Day, September 27, as part of activities to mark Tourism Awareness Week (TAW) 2024. Executed through a collaborative effort between the Tourism […]
By Esther Claudette Gittens All Fours is a unique and competitive trick-taking card game with deep historical roots in 17th-century England. Over centuries, it migrated with British colonists to the Caribbean, where it evolved in the hands of Trinidadian, Vincentian, Grenadian, and Canadian communities. Today, it is more than a game—it is a beloved cultural […]