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4 days ago

Jamaicans with Scottish enslaver names; a society still in trauma. Edinburgh University has much to answer for | Chris Osuh

Annie Palmer, the White Witch of Rose Hall, is remembered as a sadistic 19th-century enslaver who terrorised enslaved people before her own death at the hands of her lover.
History
#deportation
UK news
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

From New York to Jamaica: One Man's Deportation Under Trump

Nascimiento Blair's deportation highlights the harsh realities facing individuals with criminal pasts, despite rehabilitation efforts.
fromQNS
2 weeks ago

Three teenagerss sought for shooting into a crowd near the Jamaica LIRR station: NYPD - QNS

Police from the 103rd Precinct are searching for three teenagers involved in a shooting incident near the LIRR train station on July 7.
New York City
Coffee
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
2 weeks ago

Appleton Estate Launches "The Source" - A 51-Year-Old Masterpiece of Jamaican Rum | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

The Source 51-Year-Old celebrates 275 years of Appleton Estate as the longest tropically aged rum, reflecting heritage and craftsmanship.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Third Test's day-night format should feel like home turf for Australia in Kingston | Geoff Lemon

Ending a Caribbean tour with a day-night Test in Jamaica raises eyebrows due to the venue's lack of floodlights until recently, coupled with concerns over local attendance.
Cryptocurrency
#reparations
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

Caribbean slavery reparations group takes fight to Westminster and Brussels

The All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Afrikan Reparations hosted an independent delegation of Caribbean researchers and activists lobbying for reparations in Westminster.
Social justice
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Jamaica's film industry gets boost from government funding and co-production initiative

The Black River Film Festival is fostering collaboration between Jamaican filmmakers and international industry leaders.
fromESPN.com
1 month ago

Jamaica's English talents are helping close the gap to Concacaf's best

Jamaica's recruitment of England-born players boosts competition, enhancing their prospects in upcoming football tournaments.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Questions grow over unprecedented illegal firearms seizure in Jamaica

A massive seizure of illegal firearms in Jamaica raises significant security concerns and reflects vulnerabilities in national sovereignty.
#travel
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago
Dining

This Caribbean Island Is Famous For Beautiful Beaches and All-inclusive Resorts-and It's the Birthplace of Reggae and Jerk Cooking

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1 month ago
Dining

This Caribbean Island Is Famous For Beautiful Beaches and All-inclusive Resorts-and It's the Birthplace of Reggae and Jerk Cooking

fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

The U.S. Government Changed Its Travel Advisory for Jamaica-What Travelers Should Know

Jamaica's travel advisory rating has improved, but travelers should still exercise caution due to ongoing crime and healthcare limitations.
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
2 months ago

Euphoria Weekend 2025: Music, Glamour, and Wellness Come Alive at Princess Hotels Jamaica | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

Jamaica's Euphoria Weekend combines luxury, music, wellness, and fashion into an immersive four-day cultural experience.
London music
fromPitchfork
2 months ago

Vybz Kartel Announces 2025 Tour, Shares Video for New Song

Vybz Kartel announced his Worl' Boss Tour following his release from prison, along with the release of his new single "Pretty Girl."
Canada news
fromThe Walrus
3 months ago

"Is Your Blood Clean?": The Paranoid Pastor Who Turned His Church into a Violent Cult | The Walrus

The article details a tragic event involving a church pastor who incited violence among his followers under the influence of conspiracy theories.
fromCN Traveller
3 months ago

I'm a fashion editor and this is how I wore every spring/summer 2025 trend for a week in Jamaica

Spring/summer 2025 sees a strong trend towards powder pink as a dominant color in fashion.
Dining
fromTravel + Leisure
3 months ago

This New All-inclusive, Adults-only Jamaica Resort Has Overwater Villas, Private Hot Tubs, and Acres of Natural Mangroves

Birthday celebrations have evolved into weekend-long getaways, combining relaxation and adventure at upscale destinations like the newly opened Princess Senses the Mangrove in Jamaica.
LGBT
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Caribbean activists step up fight to end homophobic laws that breach fundamental rights'

Murray's experience illustrates the intense fear and stigma faced by LGBTQ+ individuals in Jamaica, highlighting both personal and societal challenges.
London music
fromPitchfork
3 months ago

Max Romeo, Star of Reggae Rebellion, Dies at 80

Max Romeo, influential roots reggae artist, died on April 11 due to heart condition complications at age 80.
He was known for his political anthems reflecting Jamaica's social upheaval.
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Secrets of Success: the church that served a plantation remains a monument of resistance

The ruins of Success plantation embody the fading memory of enslaved Africans' suffering and British colonial wealth.
Excavation may reveal artefacts shedding light on Jamaica's colonial and enslavement history.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Poet Jason Allen-Paisant: We belong in the picture'

Jason Allen-Paisant's work intertwines personal narrative and social themes, exploring identity through the lens of his Jamaican roots and English experiences.
#mason-greenwood
Liverpool FC
fromESPN.com
4 months ago

FA: Greenwood has asked to represent Jamaica

Mason Greenwood has switched his international allegiance from England to Jamaica after legal controversies.
Travel
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 months ago

Where to Eat, Sleep and Shop in Kingston, Jamaica

Kingston, Jamaica, is a vibrant cultural hub known for its music, cuisine, and historical significance.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
5 months ago

Queens man stabbed in back during fight at street corner: NYPD | amNewYork

Police are investigating a stabbing incident involving a 19-year-old in Jamaica, Queens.
fromBoston.com
6 months ago

Two Jamaican men convicted of drug money laundering

Today's convictions reflect the relentless efforts of this office and our law enforcement partners to dismantle the sophisticated financial networks that fuel international drug cartels.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.nytimes.com
8 months ago

Get Millie Black' Is a Fresh Take on the Cop Drama

"Get Millie Black is not just a typical crime drama; it weaves in personal experiences and societal commentary, challenging the traditional narratives of corruption and ethics in law enforcement."
Television
Miscellaneous
fromSlate Magazine
8 months ago

One of Our Best Novelists Made a Detective Show for HBO. It's Fantastic.

'Get Millie Black' subverts the detective genre by setting its narrative in the dangerous, gritty reality of Kingston, Jamaica.
fromwww.amny.com
8 months ago

BREAKING | Queens cop wounded, suspect killed in shootout following robbery, sources say | amNewYork

A police shootout in Jamaica left a suspect dead and an officer injured during the response to a robbery.
fromESPN.com
8 months ago

Poch impressed by USMNT's victory over Jamaica

Pochettino praised U.S. players for adapting quickly to his strategies during their 4-2 victory against Jamaica in the Concacaf Nations League.
fromESPN
8 months ago

USA 1-0 Jamaica (Nov 14, 2024) Game Analysis - ESPN

U.S. won 1-0 against Jamaica, giving Pochettino his first competitive win as coach.
fromIrish Independent
8 months ago

What to watch on TV and streaming today: Hector Caribbean, Ali & Ava and Meet Me Next Christmas

"The Diplomat" offers an intricate tapestry of political drama where US Ambassador Kate Wyler faces a tumultuous career, relationship issues, and cascading crises that test her resolve and resilience.
Miscellaneous
US news
fromwww.npr.org
11 months ago

In Paris, Jamaican sprinters backslide in Olympic track rivalry with U.S.

Jamaica's absence from the Olympic sprinting dominance is evident in the 2024 Paris Olympics.
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