Tina Clayton Stuns Sha’Carri Richardson to Capture Diamond League 100m Crown
Tina Clayton wins the 2026 Diamond League 100m title in Brussels, defeating Amy Hunt and Sha’Carri Richardson in 10.93 seconds.
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Standing Tall: Why Holness’s Revisionism Fails Michael Manley’s Legacy
Prime Minister Andrew Holness’s rhetoric surrounding the 1970s administration of Michael Manley relies on a convenient strategy: judging a transformative era of social empowerment purely through a modern macroeconomic lens. Facing public scrutiny over his own administration’s decade-long record, Holness’s political commentary frequently cherry-picks fiscal contraction metrics while framing democratic socialism as an “ideological misadventure”…
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Jamaica’s Paradox: Individual Excellence, Collective Struggle
Jamaicans continue to excel globally in athletics, music, business, academia and the arts. But why has Jamaica struggled to transform that remarkable individual talent into sustained national progress?
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Who Deserves the Most Honourable Title? Marcus Garvey’s Vision vs. Jamaica’s Politics of Dependency
Jamaica can attract foreign investment without sacrificing its people. Marcus Garvey championed self-reliance and economic independence, while Singapore demonstrated that a nation can welcome global investment while building its citizens, workforce and domestic economy. What can Jamaica learn from both?
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Beyond Jamaican Patriotism: Why Loving Jamaica Should Mean Demanding More
Jamaica is celebrated worldwide for its music, athletics, food and culture. But true Jamaican patriotism should demand more than pride, vibes and hype. A Reddit conversation about Jamaican patriotism raises a deeper question: Are we demanding enough from our leaders—and from ourselves—to build a safer, more functional and economically stronger Jamaica?
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Jamaica’s Young Sprint Queens Strike World U20 4x100m Gold
Jamaica’s Sashana Johnson, Theianna-Lee Terrelonge, Natrece East and Shanoya Douglas delivered a thrilling 4x100m victory at the 2026 World Athletics U20 Championships in Eugene, powering Jamaica to gold in a world U20-leading 42.89 seconds.
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Jamaica Eyes 200m Medals as Douglas, Johnson, and Card Reach World U20 Finals
Shanoya Douglas, Sashana Johnson and Gary Card have advanced to the 200m finals at the World Athletics U20 Championships in Eugene, giving Jamaica three opportunities to challenge for medals on the final night.
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That Is Not What Friends Are For”: Bruce Golding Slams U.S. Coercion of Jamaica and the Caribbean
Former Jamaican PM Bruce Golding condemns Washington’s coercive demands on Jamaica and the Caribbean, warning that economic retaliation threatens small island sovereignty.
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Jamaica’s Sunshine Girls Make Commonwealth Games History With Silver Medal in Glasgow
Jamaica’s Sunshine Girls made history at Glasgow 2026, stunning world No. 1 Australia 46–45 in the semifinal before taking silver after a 56–48 defeat to New Zealand in the gold-medal final.
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The Stewarts Empire: Can Sandals Resorts Help Build Jamaica’s Future Beyond Tourism?
From a single resort in Jamaica to one of the Caribbean’s most recognized hospitality brands, the Stewart family transformed Sandals Resorts into a global tourism powerhouse. Discover how Gordon “Butch” Stewart’s entrepreneurial vision and Adam Stewart’s leadership continue to shape Jamaica’s tourism industry and international reputation.
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Adaejah Hodge and Dejanea Oakley Share Caribbean Camaraderie Ahead of Commonwealth Games
University of Georgia teammates Adaejah Hodge and Dejanea Oakley are set to represent the Caribbean at the Commonwealth Games following historic NCAA seasons. Hodge will compete in the 200m for the British Virgin Islands, while Oakley represents Jamaica in the 400m after both shattered collegiate records.
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FBI Most Wanted Fraudster Elaine Angene Escoe Captured in Jamaica After $32 Million COVID Relief Scam
Elaine Angene Escoe, a 41-year-old fugitive who landed on the FBI’s Most Wanted Fraudsters list, has been apprehended in Jamaica and extradited back to South Florida to face federal prosecution. Authorities allege she masterminded a sprawling pandemic relief fraud ring that siphoned over $32 million from taxpayer-funded COVID-19 assistance programs—using a fake identity to evade capture for months before an FBI tip led to her arrest.
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Beyond the Beats: The Growing Debate Over Europe’s Premier Reggae Festivals
As European festivals like Reggae Land and Reggae Jam draw massive crowds, criticism from the Jamaican diaspora is mounting. Are these events celebrating authentic reggae culture—or commodifying it for sensationalism?
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The Azure in Discovery Bay Nears Completion, but Who Will Call It Home?
The Azure luxury development in Discovery Bay is nearing completion, but many Jamaicans are questioning whether these upscale homes are being built for locals or foreign buyers.
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Former PNP Councillor Julian Chang Officially Joins Ruling JLP After High-Profile Fallout
Following a highly publicized dispute within the PNP, former Savanna-la-Mar Councillor Julian Chang has officially joined the Jamaica Labour Party (JLP).
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