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London music
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Story of Black British music writ large in first exhibition at V&A East

The V&A East's exhibition 'The Music is Black' showcases the evolution of Black British music from Africa to contemporary genres.
Social justice
fromCaribbean Life
1 week ago

Respect due Dr. Drew: Official recognition of Rastafari - Caribbean Life

St. Kitts and Nevis officially recognized Rastafari as a bona fide religion, marking a significant milestone for the movement.
fromVITA Daily
2 weeks ago

From Snowbirds To Stakeholders: Why Canadians Are Buying Into Caribbean Living - VITA Daily

The growing uncertainty with US and Canada relations has many Canadian buyers seeking the new warm weather opportunities. Cabo represents one of the most stable locations in all of Mexico and caters to expats, making the move seamless.
Real estate
NYC parents
fromTODAY.com
2 weeks ago

A Baby Was Born on Flight to New York. Air Traffic Controller Suggests Fitting Name

A woman gave birth midair on a Caribbean Airlines flight without declaring an emergency.
fromTravel + Leisure
2 weeks ago

These Are the 10 Best Attractions in the Caribbean-and No. 1 Is Not a Beach or National Park

Hunte's Garden, with more than 90 percent excellent reviews and year-round accessibility, was the clear winner. A world-renowned botanical garden located in the central hills of St. Joseph, Hunte's Garden consistently ranks as the top thing to do in the country.
Travel
#jamaica
Travel
fromConde Nast Traveler
2 weeks ago

The Best Villas in Jamaica for Island Vibes and High Design

Jamaica's best villas offer luxury, privacy, and personalized hospitality, embodying the island's spirit with beautiful design and curated comforts.
Brooklyn Nets
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Nets' West Indian Night helps highlight diverse Brooklyn culture | amNewYork

The Brooklyn Nets celebrated Caribbean heritage at their West Indian Carnival game, emphasizing community and culture despite a loss.
Brooklyn
fromThe Haitian Times
1 month ago

Brooklyn Nets shoot to connect with Caribbean community on and off the court

The Brooklyn Nets hosted a Caribbean-themed game night celebrating regional cultures through performances, carnival entertainment, and community programming to engage diverse local residents.
Dining
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

This Gorgeous Country Estate in Jamaica Hosts Rum Tastings, Barbecue Dinners, and Cooking Classes

Sisters Michelle and Suzanne Rousseau created Two Sisters, a culinary experience at Rockfield estate in Jamaica's Blue Mountains featuring family-style meals, tastings, and guided hikes.
Miami Marlins
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

10 players from Jamaican club denied entry to US

Ten Mount Pleasant players from Jamaica were denied US visas for a Concacaf Champions Cup match against LA Galaxy, forcing the team to use academy players instead.
Film
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

I Asked Jamaicans About Cool Runnings. They Have ... Mixed Feelings.

Cool Runnings remains a nostalgic, culturally influential but inaccurate portrayal of Jamaicans and the Jamaican bobsled team.
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

Is It Safe to Travel to Jamaica Right Now? Here's What Travelers Should Know

Violent crime is a risk throughout Jamaica. The homicide rate reported by the Government of Jamaica is among the highest in the Western Hemisphere. The State Department has placed a travel restriction for U.S. government employees working in the region, prohibiting them from using public transit or driving overnight, and encourages American citizens who are visiting to follow the same guidance.
Travel
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
2 months ago

Is This Love? The Jamaica Bob Marley-inspired World Cup kits will have you jamming this summer

Jamaica unveiled Bob Marley–inspired home and away kits by Adidas while the team proceeds to play-offs needing consecutive wins to reach World Cup 2026.
#reggae
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

A fisherman is Jamaica's new bobsled pilot. He wants to make the team known beyond Cool Runnings'

Monday would have been a fantastic day for fishing in Jamaica. The weather was just about perfect with bright sunshine, forecasters calling for temperatures in the low-to-mid 80s, somewhat calm breezes. Under normal circumstances, Shane Pitter probably would have been on the water. He was on frozen water instead at the Milan Cortina Games. Jamaica's next chapter of bobsled history is being written, and at the forefront of the story is the 26-year-old Pitter
World news
Food & drink
fromFood & Beverage Magazine
2 months ago

The Caribbean Cocktail Tour: A Landmark Collaboration Uniting the Region's Best Bars - Food & Beverage Magazine

A month-long Caribbean Cocktail Tour unites top island bars to showcase Caribbean mixology through pop-ups, collaborative menus, and educational programming.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

What a viral speech in Ireland reveals about colonial history and Caribbean English

Jamaican English origins trace primarily to southwest England, East Anglia, and Monmouthshire rather than Ireland, despite popular perceptions of Irish linguistic influence.
fromTravel + Leisure
2 months ago

U.S. Downgrades Travel Risk for This Caribbean Destination-What It Means

The updated warning was published on Jan. 17, but the department noted there were no updates or modifications to risk factors travelers may face on the island. "Violent crime is a risk throughout Jamaica. The homicide rate reported by the Government of Jamaica is among the highest in the Western Hemisphere," the State Department wrote in its advisory, but added "Tourist areas generally see lower rates of violent crime than other parts of the country."
US news
fromCaribbean Life
2 months ago

Bronx filmmaker spotlights Jamaican Diaspora stories - Caribbean Life

But rather than walk away from his creative calling, Driven said he pivoted - teaching himself videography and landing his first paid job through a Craigslist post filming Caribbean DJ, and DJ Mad Out. "That opportunity introduced him to New York's Caribbean music scene, where he went on to work with artists such as Shaggy, Ding Dong and Kranium," she said. "Those early experiences sharpened Hillmedo's eye for authenticity, capturing Caribbean culture not as spectacle, but as lived reality," she added.
Brooklyn
Film
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Bronx filmmaker spotlights Jamaican Diaspora stories | amNewYork

Dante Hillmedo centers Bronx Caribbean immigrant experiences in film, teaching himself videography and building Team Elite Productions to portray Black and Caribbean stories authentically.
fromESPN.com
2 months ago

Jamaica unveil snazzy kits ahead of World Cup playoffs

The home shirt has a yellow-gold base overlaid with a weave pattern that makes it look like the crocheted garments and Rasta headwear Marley wore in the 1970s. There are also horizontal bands in black, red and green that span the shirt and feature a pattern intended to resemble vinyl records. The away shirt is arguably even livelier, with the Jamaican national colors once again used to create a black alternative design that pays homage to the rocksteady rhythm of the island's music.
Soccer (FIFA)
London music
fromTravel + Leisure
2 months ago

I've Been to Nearly Every Caribbean Carnival-and These Are My Favorite Celebrations

Caribbean Carnival originates in Black resistance and remains a cultural celebration of freedom, music, vibrant costumes, and diasporic connection despite commercialization.
#sly-dunbar
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Cool Runnings 2.0: Jamaica's bobsleigh crew want their own Hollywood ending

Upon turning up in the New York outpost of Lake Placid for their final Winter Olympics warm-up competition, Jamaica's four-man bobsleigh team were informed they were not allowed to take part. A hat-trick of gold medals over the preceding few weeks had seen them rise too high in the world rankings to take their customary place on the second-tier North American Cup circuit.
Film
Music
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Lila Ike learned what "self-love" means with her Grammy-nominated album

Lila Ike, a Jamaican reggae artist, released Treasure Self Love and earned a Grammy nomination as the sole female nominee in the best reggae album category.
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