Tag: Jamaica
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๐ฏ๐ฒVybz Kartel and the Skin-Lightening Controversy: Whatโs Really in These Products and How Do They Affect the Skin?
Jamaican dancehall artist Vybz Kartel has long been at the center of regional and international conversations about colorism, skin bleaching, and the commercialization of โlighter skinโ as a beauty commodity. Over the years, Kartel has been publicly associated with a line of cosmetic and skin-brightening productsโincluding soaps, creams, and astringentsโmarketed under the โVybzโ brand. His…
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๐ฏ๐ฒ๐ช๐น๐ฑ๐ท Jimmy Cliff, reggae giant and star in the film ‘The Harder They Come,’ dead at 81
Jimmy Cliff, the charismatic reggae pioneer and actor who preached joy, defiance and resilience in such classics as โMany Rivers to Cross,โ โYou Can Get it If You Really Wantโ and โVietnamโ and starred in the landmark movie โThe Harder They Come,โ has died at 81. His family posted a message Monday on his social…
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๐ฏ๐ฒ Jamaica reels from catastrophic hurricane Melissa as Black River lies in ruins
The coastal town of Black River, described by the Jamaican government as Hurricane Melissa’s “ground zero,” lies devastated after one of the most powerful Atlantic storms on record tore through the island, claiming at least 19 lives and leaving a trail of unprecedented destruction. The Category 5 hurricane made landfall near Black River on Tuesday…
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๐ฏ๐ฒ Andy Blake’s Arrest and the Return of 295 Pounds of Cannabis: A Landmark Victory for Rastafarian Rights in Jamaica
Introduction In a landmark decision that has reverberated throughout Jamaica’s Rastafarian community, the July 3rd arrest of Andy Blake (a pseudonym for the individual actually involved in the case) and subsequent seizure of 295 pounds of marijuana has culminated in a significant legal victory for religious freedom. While the exact identity of the individual involved…
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Anniversary of the Pan Africanย Champion ๐ Marcus Mosiah Garvey
Marcus Garvey: A Pan-African Legacy That Still Resonates August 17, 2025 โ Today marks the 138th anniversary of the birth of Marcus Mosiah Garvey, Jamaicaโs first national hero and one of the most influential Pan-African leaders of the 20th century. Garveyโs vision of Black self-determination, economic independence, and African unity continues to inspire movements for…
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๐ธ๐ฟ Eswatini says it will repatriate immigrants deported by United States
Eswatini announced on Wednesday that it would repatriate the five immigrants deported there by the United States. In a late-night post on X Tuesday, US Homeland Security Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin said five men โ citizens of Vietnam, Jamaica, Cuba, Yemen and Laos โ had been deported to Eswatini. AGS: “As a responsible member of…
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Pan-African Leaders Pay Tribute to Pope Francis, Celebrate His Legacy of Peace and Compassion
April 21, 2025 โ Addis Ababa, EthiopiaAcross the African continent and the global Pan-African community, tributes have poured in mourning the passing of Pope Francis, a spiritual figure celebrated not only for his leadership of the Catholic Church but also for his unwavering commitment to justice, peace, and the upliftment of the poor and marginalized.…
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One Caribbean Music Festival Set to Electrify Port of Spain this May
The energy of the Caribbean will be in full force on Saturday, May 31st, 2025, as Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago, hosts the highly anticipated One Caribbean Music Festival at the iconic Queenโs Park Savannah. This vibrant celebration of Caribbean unity, music, and culture will feature performances from some of the regionโs top artistsโmost…
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Biden Grants Clemency to Marcus Garvey: A Long-Awaited Victory for Pan-African History
President Joe Biden has taken a historic step by granting posthumous clemency to Marcus Mosiah Garvey, a towering figure in the global Pan-African movement. This act serves not only as a recognition of Garvey’s unjust conviction but also as an acknowledgment of his enduring contributions to the liberation and empowerment of African descendants worldwide. The…
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On Tuesday, Jamaican Prime Minister Andrew Holness announced that Jamaica would deploy its first group of 24 out of the 250 military-police personnel pledged to the MSS.
Also, as announced by the Belizean Defense Forces on Sep. 7, Belize deployed two military officers from its commitment of 50 personnel. This initial deployment focuses on supporting mission command, planning, and logistics, setting the stage for future deployments. Led by Senior Army Officer Kevron Henry, the Jamaican contingent was welcomed by Rameau Normil, director…
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