By Janet Grant “ALIEN: ROMULUS” is a pulse-pounding sci-fi thriller that unleashes one of the deadliest creatures in movie history. As it premieres exclusively in theatres on August 16, audiences are in for a spine-tingling experience. Brace yourself for heart-pounding suspense and otherworldly terror as this iconic franchise returns to the big screen! Cast: Cailee Spaeny – […]
By Lincoln DePradine Chief Justice Michael Tulloch and the Ontario Court of Appeal want changes to the authority given to Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) officers to search the cellphone and other devices of travelers, saying new measures are needed to guard against discrimination at the border and to ensure searches are not based on […]
By Ravendra Madholall Toronto Nationals defeated Montreal Tigers handsomely by eight wickets and in the process claimed the 2024 Global T20 trophy last Sunday at the CAA Centre facility in Brampton, Ontario. Toronto Nationals won the toss and invited the defending champion side to take first strike on a flat surface. The decision to bowl […]
Dominican sprinter Marileidy Paulino achieved a historic victory on Friday afternoon at the 2024 Paris Olympics, capturing the gold medal in the women’s 400-meter final while setting a new Olympic record. Her remarkable performance not only secured her a place in Olympic history but also made her the first woman from the Dominican Republic to […]
By Alicia Sealey Photo credit: Garcia Creative Media Inc The Jamaica Canadian Association (JCA) unveiled two new murals on its building at 995 Arrow Road, Toronto in July 2024, adding to the growing trend of large-scale, culturally significant artwork throughout the city. These murals, one on the front and a larger one on the back […]
Dancehall legends Moses ‘Beenie Man’ Davis and Rodney ‘Bounty Killer’ Price are among 150 Jamaicans receiving national honours for 2024, announced on Independence Day. These prestigious awards will be presented on Heroes Day in October. Also making the list are veteran entertainers Nadine Sutherland and Glendon Orville ‘Admiral Bailey’ Bailey, recognized for their significant contributions […]
A new report reveals that Torontonians in their twenties are grappling with significant challenges, surpassing those experienced by their older counterparts. The findings, published in a brief titled “The Hidden Cohort: Why Twenty-somethings Won’t Be Fine on Their Own,” underscore a growing crisis among young adults in the city, particularly in the aftermath of the […]
The Jamaican Canadian Association (JCA) marked its 62nd anniversary with a gala in Toronto that honored the legacy and future of the Jamaican community in Canada. The event recognized individuals and organizations that have significantly impacted both the Jamaican and broader Canadian communities. Chris Campbell, President of the Carpenters Union Local 27 in Toronto, delivered […]
By Lincoln DePradine A reemergence is being reported in Canada and abroad, especially in Africa, of cases of mpox — formerly known as monkeypox. As a result, Toronto Public Health (TPH) officials are urging city resident to get vaccinated against mpox. Trinidad-born health specialist, Dr Akwatu Khenti, says members of the Black and Caribbean community […]
By Charles Gibson As America approaches another critical election cycle, the specter of Christian nationalism looms larger than ever over the political landscape. It’s no secret that Donald Trump, the man who has become the figurehead of this movement, is not a religious person. His familiarity with the Bible is dubious at best. Yet, Trump […]
