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Kingston, Jamaica – Dancehall and Reggae Recording artiste Charmaine Munroe, known as Macka Diamond, is focusing on recording new material for projects that could garner her, not only another Grammy nomination, but a Grammy win – sooner than later. The artiste, who recently collected her official Grammy certificate for her contributions to Sly & Robbie’s […]
Kingston, Jamaica– Reggae artist Julian Marley, son of the legendary Bob Marley, has made waves in the global music scene with his latest project – an Amapiano remix of his hit single “Lion in the Morning”. The remix, produced in collaboration with South African DJ and producer Mpho K, is now being considered for the […]
Toronto, Canada – The prestigious 100 Accomplished Black Canadian Women (ABCW) initiative celebrated a major milestone this week, marking 500 honourees as they announced their 2024 cohort. In a ceremony held at the historic Fairmont Royal York Hotel in Toronto, 100 new women were recognized for their outstanding contributions to their fields and the community, bringing […]
KINGSTON, Jamaica – In a momentous turn of events, dancehall icon Vybz Kartel, whose real name is Adidja Palmer, has been released from the Tower Street Adult Correctional Centre after 13 years of imprisonment. The release, which occurred on the evening of July 31, 2024, followed the Jamaican Court of Appeal’s decision to reject a […]
Toronto – The Honourable Arif Virani, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, has heralded a landmark moment in Canadian justice with the release of the external Steering Group’s Report: A Roadmap for Transformative Change: Canada’s Black Justice Strategy. This significant document outlines a comprehensive plan to combat systemic racism and discrimination within the country’s […]
Kingston, Jamaica – Jamaica is witnessing an outpouring of international support as the nation embarks on recovery efforts following the devastation caused by Hurricane Beryl. The island’s Foreign Minister, Senator the Honourable Kamina Johnson Smith, lauded the swift and generous assistance from bilateral partners, the Jamaican Diaspora, and the global community, describing it as a […]
Toronto, ON – The Canadian government has unveiled a landmark initiative aimed at bolstering mental health support for youth nationwide. Budget 2024 allocates $500 million over five years to establish the Youth Mental Health Fund (YMHF), marking a pivotal step in addressing the critical mental health needs of young Canadians. Under the leadership of Honourable […]
Kingston, Jamaica – In a testament to its resilience and appeal, Jamaica welcomed 55,000 visitors between July 4 and 10, signaling a strong recovery of the tourism industry following the impact of Hurricane Beryl. The announcement was made by Tourism Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, during his address at the opening ceremony of the Christmas in July […]
Kingston, Jamaica – In a significant show of support, the United States government has donated over US$14,000 worth of medical equipment and supplies to Jamaica. This generous contribution arrived aboard the USNS Burlington and was officially handed over at Kingston Wharves on Wednesday, July 10. The donation includes 12 Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) machines, […]
Kingston, Jamaica – The Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM) has made significant progress in its post-disaster and damage assessments following Hurricane Beryl, as stated by Acting Director General Richard Thompson. The initial focus has been on St. Thomas, with assessments now shifting to the most affected areas, particularly along the southern side […]