The Harbourfront Centre in Toronto will host a special event on September 7th, 2024, to celebrate the life and legacy of Louise Bennett-Coverley, affectionately known as Miss Lou, the Queen of Jamaican Culture. The event, titled “Celebrating Miss Lou: A Life of Poetry, Music, and Love,” will feature a variety of activities designed to honor […]
In response to two violent attacks on Sunday that resulted in eight deaths and nine injuries, Jamaica’s Prime Minister Andrew Holness has declared a 14-day state of emergency in the southern parish of Clarendon. The violence began with a mass shooting at a birthday party in Cherry Tree Lane, where seven people were killed. The […]
Guyana and Suriname, both CARICOM members, have joined a broad international call for “wisdom and restraint” in addressing Venezuela’s political crisis. At a meeting in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, on August 18, 2024, these countries aligned with 17 others and the European Union (EU) in a joint statement expressing grave concern over the fallout from […]
By Neil Armstrong Canute Lawrence, a Toronto District School Board (TDSB) teacher and author, is not easily fazed by disappointments and recently demonstrated the truism that “when one door closes another opens.” A day after plans changed for an event in Jamaica that he was looking forward to attending and perform his poetry, Lawrence received […]
Toronto’s Eglinton West Business Area is buzzing with excitement as the beloved Randy’s Patties makes a triumphant return tomorrow, following a hiatus that left many fans yearning for its iconic flavors. The reopening of this cherished establishment marks a significant moment for both the local community and the patty-loving public. After a period of absence, […]
Guyanese-born singer and band leader Dave Martins, renowned for his iconic patriotic anthem “Not A Blade of Grass,” passed away in Guyana on Sunday, August 18, 2024. He was 90 years old. The cause of death has not yet been disclosed. Martins’ wife, Annette Arjoon-Martins, took to Facebook to express her grief and gratitude. “Eternally […]
In a significant move towards decolonization, Trinidad and Tobago’s Prime Minister Dr. Keith Rowley announced that the national coat of arms will be updated to replace the three ships of Christopher Columbus with the steelpan, the country’s national instrument. This change is expected to be implemented by Republic Day on September 24, 2024. The announcement […]
Just a hundred miles west of Barbados, the private island of Mustique, nestled within the Caribbean archipelago of St. Vincent and the Grenadines, stands as a pinnacle of luxury and exclusivity. Mustique’s villa collection is renowned for its imaginative and cutting-edge designs, each offering a bespoke experience complete with a dedicated team of chefs, butlers, […]
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 […]
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 […]
