Tag Archives: Jamaica

  1. Barbadian to sing at The 26th Annual JazzReggae Festival Memorial Day Weekend

    2012 ARTIST LINEUP: Sunday, May 27th – JAM DAY This year’s Jam Day, May 27th, boasts an impressive blend of legendary performers and powerful new talents. Headliners The Rootsand Booker T. Jones will be joined by the compelling talents of Gary Clark Jr., Thundercat, Selah Sue, and Sonnymoon. Monday, May 28th – REGGAE DAY Reggae [...]

    May 19, 2012Music, Photo GalleryNo comments
  2. Barbados Police – Drug, Firearms arrests & seizure, as well as stabbing

    An operation was carried out by members of Barbados’ Southern Division at ‘De Nest’ situated at Maxwell Hill, Christ Church on Saturday 12 May 2012 at 4:30 am. Following are results of the operation: 1. A 9 mm pistol was recovered, containing 17 rounds of ammunition; 2. 20 grammes of cocaine and 190 grammes of cannabis [...]

    May 14, 2012CrimeNo comments
  3. CITIZEN SECURITY IN FOCUS AT Caribbean Development Bank’s (CDB) ANNUAL MEETING

    Crime and violence is a developmental issue which the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) has identified as an important area of focus over the next strategic plan period 2012-2014. That’s why a panel discussion on Improving Citizen Security in the Region will engage the attention of the Bank’s Governors on Wednesday 23 May 2012, during their Annual [...]

    May 13, 2012Crime, TravelNo comments
  4. Barbados’ Kesia Estwick Wins Her First Mission Catwalk Challenge

    Barbados gets the top score on episode seven of Caribbean fashion reality series Mission Catwalk where Kesia Estwick designed the winning outfit inspired by the sleek and stylish Nokia N9. The designers were divided into two groups of five. Group A comprised Keshon Hawthorne, Janel Jolly and Crystal Powell of Jamaica; Kerin Scott of Barbados [...]

    May 10, 2012FashionNo comments
  5. THE RISE OF JAMAICAN BOXING: REALITY SERIES “THE CONTENDER” GAINS POPULARITY

    The rise of boxing in Jamaica may require a well laid out thesis when all angles of the investigation required are done and that information is presented chronologically. But to encapsulate the rise we first have to look at the early entrance of the sport into national life. When the former Premier of Colonial Jamaica, [...]

    May 9, 2012Featured, SportsNo comments
  6. Rebecca Stirm leads the pack on Mission Catwalk Season 2

    Caribbean fashion reality series Mission Catwalk is on its sixth episode and Belize’s Rebecca Stirm – the only contestant to win more than one challenge since the start of the second season on March 27th – has copped her third win with a dress designed around the red HIV/AIDS awareness ribbon. In Rebecca’s design, the [...]

    May 3, 2012Events, FashionNo comments
  7. Fifth time’s the charm: Gregory Williams wins Mission Catwalk challenge

    Gregory Williams of Jamaica has edged his way to a win on Episode 5 of Caribbean design reality series Mission Catwalk after landing in the bottom four on episode two, where he created a culture-inspired garment; coming out safe on episode three which drew inspiration from the 1920’s flapper era and landing in the top [...]

    April 29, 2012Fashion, TravelNo comments
  8. Gramps Morgan Releases NEW album: with India Arie & John Legend

    With a mission to heal the world through music, Soul Train Award nominee, Gramps Morgan unleashes his second, solo, album Reggae Music Lives independently, on his Dada Son Entertainment label. A musical therapy of sorts, Reggae Music Lives is filled with angelic harmonies, authentic compositions and a unique sound brand, Gramps calls “Rockaz“. Reggae Music [...]

    April 28, 2012MusicNo comments
  9. NEW JAMAICAN CHILDREN’S BOOK: IRIE MORNING

    Irie Morning The sun is shining and the birds are singing, but Kingston wants to stay in bed all day. Will he let the day pass him by? Or will he discover that there is always a lot to do on an Irie Morning! Published by BlueMoon Publishing

    April 26, 2012Books, Cartoons, Video GalleryNo comments
  10. DIGICEL’S RUN TO LONDON CAMPAIGN GAINS TRACTION ACROSS THE CARIBBEAN AND CENTRAL AMERICA

    Following on from the recent launch of the ‘Run to London’ campaign, Digicel is taking Olympics preparation to the next level with the launch of its latest promotions, in association with its official Olympic partner, Samsung. The first phase of the ‘Run to London’ campaign utilized user generated content – a first for Digicel in [...]

    April 24, 2012OlympicsNo comments
  11. DIGICEL SPONSORS THE PENN RELAYS: Supporting Jamaica and Jamaicans – at home and abroad

    Digicel is sponsoring the highly anticipated Penn Relay Carnival to be held at the University of Pennsylvania’s Franklin Field in the United States, from April 26th to the 28th. As a Jamaica born and bred company, Digicel has been a steadfast supporter of athletics since its launch in 2001. Being a part of the Penn [...]

    April 23, 2012Athletics, TechnologyNo comments
  12. #Jamaica’s #Dancehall #Diva Lady Saw To Guest Judge on Mission Catwalk

    Grammy Award-winning Dancehall diva Lady Saw will serve as a guest judge on episode five of Caribbean fashion designer reality series Mission Catwalk which airs Tuesday 24th April on Television Jamaica. She will join executive producer/host Keneea Linton-George, judges Novia McDonald-Whyte, Jamaica Observer lifestyle editor and noted menswear designer Carlton Brown in critiquing the work of [...]

    April 20, 2012Events, Fashion, Video GalleryNo comments
  13. #Jamaican #Jazz Legend Monty Alexander’s #Birthday Bash Benefit Concert on June 6 at Kaufman Center in #NYC

    The legendary pianist Monty Alexander, a true son of Jamaica, and his friends Dean Fraser and Tarrus Riley, will perform at a benefit concert on his birthday, June 6, 2012, at Merkin Concert Hall at Kaufman Center, New York City. This Birthday Bash will also commemorate Monty’s 50 years in music and the 50th anniversary [...]

    April 20, 2012Events, MusicNo comments
  14. JAMAICAN BEVERAGE CONGLOMERATE WRAY & NEPHEW’S BOXING SERIES, “THE CONTENDER” – BATTLIN’ BABSY?

    Opposition Spokesperson for Sports Olivia “Babsy” Grange takes fighting lessons from the Foska Boxing Mascot – April 11

    April 20, 2012Photo Gallery, SportsNo comments
  15. JAMAICAN BEVERAGE CONGLOMERATE WRAY & NEPHEW’S BOXING SERIES, “THE CONTENDER” EARNS OPPOSITION’S ATTENTION

    The first fight of Round 2 of the Wray & Nephew Contender was well supported as the leader of the Opposition, The Honourable Andrew Holness and Opposition spokesperson for Sports Olivia ‘Babsy’ Grange, enjoyed the action at the Chinese Benevolent Association on Wednesday April 11, 2012.

    April 20, 2012Photo Gallery, SportsNo comments
  16. #Belize wins AGAIN on #Jamaican Mission Catwalk’s 2nd Season #fashion #design

    After an initial win on episode two and placing runner-up in the following episode, Belizean fashion designer Rebecca Stirm wins episode four of the Caribbean fashion designer reality series Mission Catwalk with a design inspired by a selection from Cinderella Hats. “When I saw the hats I immediately knew which one I wanted to work [...]

    April 19, 2012Events, FashionNo comments
  17. “Better Mus’ Come” arrives in #Barbados at #Olympus Theatres #cinema #caribbeantales #politics #intrigue

    CaribbeanTales is partnering with Olympus Theatres to present the Barbados premiere of Storm Saulter’s stunning award-winning feature film Better Mus’ Come. The event takes place April 15th, as the Closing Night ceremony at CaribbeaTales 2012 Barbados Festival at the Sheraton Mall. “We are delighted to work with Olympus Theatres and owner John Morgan to bring [...]

    April 15, 2012Cinema, Video GalleryNo comments
  18. #CIBC #FirstCaribbean pledges continued support for #Caribbean #Youth #Business Programmes April 15, 2012Business, EducationNo comments
  19. JAMAICA’S RICH BOXING HERITAGE #wrayandnephew #boxing #jamaica #alykhatpr

    Jamaica boasts a satisfying history in the sport of boxing. For a country of just under 3 million persons it is without question that when history is reviewed, Jamaica has produced or had a hand in producing some of boxing’s most memorable iconic stars. Among the list of pugilists are: Bunny Grant, Percy Hayles, Uriah [...]

    April 12, 2012SportsNo comments
  20. #AGRICULTURE HAS MUCH TO OFFER #BARBADOS AND #CARIBBEAN

    Agriculture’s contribution to Barbados’ food sovereignty and overall prosperity should not be underestimated. This was stated by acting Minister of Agriculture, Senator Haynesley Benn, as he addressed a viewing of winning films in the 2011 Caribbean Science and Agriculture Film and Video Competition held at George Washington House. It was part of the 3rd Annual [...]

    April 12, 2012Nature, Video GalleryNo comments
  21. BEST YOUTH FILMS ON AGRICULTURE AT #CaribbeanTales 2012 IN #BARBADOS #CINEMA #EDUCATION #AGRICULTURE #TRINIDAD

    Caribbean youth and agriculture will be the focus of attention on the first evening of CaribbeanTales Film Festival 2012 with a screening of the winning short films in the Technical Centre for Agricultural and Rural Cooperation ACP-EU (CTA) 2011 Caribbean Agriculture & Science Film and Video Competition. The top three films as well as two [...]

    April 9, 2012Cinema, EducationNo comments
  22. #UnitedStates warns – Beware of #SkinLotions Tainted with #Mercury, don’t end up like Vybz or Sosa #poisoning #cosmetic #usagov #bleaches

    Some skin lotions and antiseptic soaps claim to clean and lighten skin while removing freckles and wrinkles. Instead, these illegally imported cosmetic products make consumers ill from exposure to high levels of mercury. America’s Government is warning consumers about these products after dozens of people in at least seven states were diagnosed with mercury poisoning. [...]

    April 9, 2012Controversy, HealthNo comments
  23. Rebecca Stirm wins Mission Catwalk challenge with #Belize-inspired #design #fashion #realitytv #caribbean

    Drawing on the Hispanic and Mayan influences in her country, 18 year-old Belizean fashion designer Rebecca Stirm emerged the winner in a culture-inspired challenge in the second episode of Caribbean fashion designer reality series Mission Catwalk, filmed in Kingston, Jamaica. Stirm and 14 other designers were instructed by host and executive-producer Keneea Linton-George to “create [...]

    April 9, 2012Fashion, TravelNo comments
  24. SINGER/ACTIVIST HARRY BELAFONTE’s DAUGHTER COMING FOR BARBADIAN FILM FESTIVAL #belafonte #caribbeantales #barbados #cinema #hbola #movies

    Gina Belafonte – the youngest daughter of world-famous American singer, actor and civil rights activist Harry Belafonte – will attend next week’s Caribbean premiere of “Sing Your Song” in Barbados; the highly regarded bio-documentary of her father’s life. The film is the highlight of the Opening Night of CaribbeanTales Film Festival 2012 which is the [...]

    April 5, 2012CinemaNo comments
  25. Barbadian Officers arrest man for drugs at GAIA, while next man arrested for murder #lifebuoy #smuggling #narcotics #airport #police #barbados #cannabis #jamaica

    Kemar Oneil Hamilton, 19 years. A Jamaican national was arrested and charged for the following offences whilst at the G.A.I.A on March 28th 2012. Possession a controlled drug to wit cannabis. Trafficking. Possession with intent to supply. Importation. About 11:40 hrs, Hamilton arrived by air and was interviewed by Police who referred him to Customs. [...]

    March 31, 2012CrimeNo comments