Jamaica, the largest English-speaking island in the Caribbean, has international reach. This is especially true in the realms of music, pop culture, sports, and even politics. Here are 5 symbols that ...
Despite centuries of colonization, Jamaica has developed its own truly unique culture, which became popular worldwide after it gained independence from England in 1962. This ­heritage-inspired ...
Jimmy Cliff, who famously sang about the "many rivers" we all must cross, has died after suffering a seizure and pneumonia, ...
Although it spared Kingston, the storm caused $9bn in damage and wiped out most of the heritage buildings and museums in the ...
You can sense the pride in the eyes of Patricia Chin as she points out some of the famous artists that have been part of VP Records, the Caribbean music label based in Jamaica, Queens. It was ...
With more than 60 per cent of its population under 30, Jamaica’s cultural diplomacy must also be forward-looking. The UNESCO ...
Reggae and dancehall recording artist Shaggy says he's excited for the opportunity to perform at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day ...
The Town of Caledon in Ontario, Canada, has designated October as Jamaica Heritage Month. This month-long celebration aims to recognize and honor Jamaican Canadians’ rich cultural contributions to our ...
The PDNA will map the hurricane’s impact on cultural and research institutions, built and living heritage, archaeological ...