Grace Wales Bonner, renowned for her impeccable tailoring and sophisticated cultural nods, continues to captivate the high-fashion world. Her eponymous label, based in London, has recently gained broader acclaim through collaborations with Adidas, notably sparking a resurgence in the Samba shoe with her silver rendition. Additionally, her designs adorned the popular kits worn by Jamaica’s […]
In many Caribbean islands, tourism is the lifeblood of the local economy. However, for decades, Black communities have faced barriers to participating fully in this vital industry. Centuries of enslaved labor followed by systemic exclusion from economic opportunities have historically kept Black ownership of hotels in the region disproportionately low. Despite these challenges, a transformative […]
In an unprecedented move, Toronto City Council swiftly passed a motion on Thursday to revoke Nadine Spencer’s appointment to the Toronto Police Service Board, the governing body overseeing the largest municipal police force in the country. The decision was made without debate following mounting concerns and allegations surrounding Spencer’s conduct and the integrity of her […]
By Janet Grant In the highly anticipated “Despicable Me 4,” the lovable Felonious Gru (played by Steve Carell) returns with his quirky family for another adventure. This time, they face a formidable new villain: Maxime Le Mal (Will Ferrell), a cunning mastermind who has escaped incarceration and seeks revenge on Gru and his family. Maxime […]
Three individuals were tragically discovered dead inside a minibus found submerged in a ditch along Mabura Road, victims of carbon monoxide poisoning, a postmortem examination has determined. The incident, which has raised serious questions about the circumstances leading to the toxic gas buildup and why the victims were inside the bus, is currently under investigation […]
Hurricane Beryl is intensifying as it moves towards Jamaica after devastating parts of the southeast Caribbean. As a powerful Category 4 storm, Beryl has already claimed at least six lives and is expected to bring life-threatening winds and storm surges to Jamaica. A hurricane warning is in effect for Jamaica, Grand Cayman, Little Cayman, and […]
Toronto poet bill bissett, Nova Scotia poet Sylvia D. Hamilton, and Saskatchewan author Solomon Ratt are among the 83 distinguished individuals appointed to the Order of Canada this year. The announcement from Gov. Gen. Mary Simon’s office includes one new Companion, 16 Officers, two Honorary Officers, and 64 new Members of the Order. Notably, two […]
GRENADA (July 5, 2024) – One of the leading resorts in the Caribbean, Spice Island Beach Resort in Grenada, resumed full operations following the passage of Hurricane Beryl, which devastated Grenada’s dependencies, Carriacou and Petite Martinique, earlier in the week. The locally owned, luxury all-inclusive resort, which sits directly on the island’s award-winning Grand Anse […]
The Canadian Women’s Foundation has named Mitzie Hunter the new President and Chief Executive Officer. With a background spanning three decades in nonprofit, private, and government sectors, Hunter is set to lead the Foundation in its mission to advance gender equality across Canada. Hunter’s career includes historic milestones, such as being the first Black woman […]
The Ontario government often makes controversial decisions, and the situation with the Ontario Science Centre is a clear example. Despite all the technical and financial details, the choice boils down to a simple dilemma: either neglect the Science Centre or hand it over to caretakers who will protect it. The main issue here is about […]
