By Linda Hohnholz, eturbonews | Photo courtesy of eturbonews This prestigious global event honors individuals and organizations for significant contributions to peace, human rights, and global progress. Minister Bartlett will be recognized for his transformative work in the global tourism sector, becoming one of the few Jamaican recipients of this esteemed accolade. The Tourism Minister […]
By THECONVERSATION Long before colonialism brought slavery to the Caribbean, the native islanders saw hurricanes and storms as part of the normal cycle of life. The Taino of the Greater Antilles and the Kalinago, or Caribs, of the Lesser Antilles developed systems that enabled them to live with storms and limit their exposure to damage. On the larger islands, […]
By Leo Gilling | Editorial Credit: Orenthomasphotography / shutterstock.com I find it perplexing that there is a proposal to diminish the significance of commemorating Emancipation and Independence Day in Jamaica. Who would have the audacity to minimize the importance of Emancipation Day, a day that symbolizes the freedom of enslaved Black people and their journey […]
Photos courtesy: Lyndon Taylor By Lyndon Taylor In the heart of Ocean Hill, Brooklyn, amidst the clamor of city life, Dwight O’Neal Edwards, affectionately known as ‘Weezy,’ wields his shears with a precision honed by determination and a belief in self. As a doting dad, actor, podcast host, entrepreneur and a star in the barbering […]
Photo courtesy: eTurboNews By Linda Hohnholz | eTurboNews Speaking at the official Meet and Greet Event for Cohort 2 of the Tourism Innovation Incubator at the AC Marriott Hotel, Minister Bartlett underscored the program’s pivotal role in revolutionizing Jamaica’s tourism industry. Launched by the Tourism Enhancement Fund, a public body of the Ministry of Tourism, […]
By Juergen T Steinmetz | eTurboNews The University of the Commonwealth Caribbean (UCC) is Jamaica’s largest privately-held higher educational institution providing students with world-class educational programs and highly trained and qualified local & international faculty. The institution has its headquarters in Kingston Jamaica. It was formed in 2004 as a result of the merger in 2002 […]
By Denzil Wilks | jamaicans.com The Paris Games are fast approaching, and the centuries-old rivalry between Jamaica and the USA is on full display across social media. The seeming media bias and exaggerated pronouncements hyping USA track and field athletes like Noah Lyles and Sha’carri Richardson, clear favorites to medal, have raised the ire of Jamaicans. In our […]
Photo courtesy: Consulate General of Jamaica By Consulate General of Jamaica SET TO LIGHT UP NEW YORK WITH TRI-STATE TOUR Legendary reggae artist Beres Hammond is set to captivate audiences across the tri-state area with his soulful voice and timeless hits. As part of the Jamaica Independence celebratory events, “Beres Hammond and Friends” will perform […]
In what has been predicted to be an active hurricane season, Hurricane Beryl made an unprecedented early impact on the Caricom islands of Grenada, Jamaica, and St. Vincent and the Grenadines. The storm, which rapidly intensified from a tropical depression into a Category 4 hurricane and briefly reached Category 5 status, has left a trail […]
Editorial credit: Photo Spirit / Shutterstock.com By Esther Claudette Gittens Jamaica, a vibrant island nation in the Caribbean, has seen significant economic developments and challenges under Prime Minister Andrew Holness’s current leadership. This analysis aims to provide an in-depth overview of Jamaica’s economic situation, focusing on key sectors, policy measures, and the overall impact of […]