Vybz Kartel branded The White Clown of Kingston
Dancehall superstar Vybz Kartel has been called many names, good and bad, since his mainstream debut in 2002. However, a new nickname issued to him by a French publication may just take the …
African American Women and the right to vote: Pioneers in the Suffrage Movement
Throughout history, African American women have played a significant role in the fight for universal suffrage. Despite facing numerous obstacles due to their race and gender, these trailblazers made …
Oil and Hague in Somalia
For the first time in 20 years Britain has appointed an ambassador to Somalia.
The new Ambassador to Somalia, Matt Baugh, will be based in the Kenyan capital Nairobi for the time being until …
Prince Harry eager to meet Usain Bolt
Prince Harry is hoping to line up on the starting blocks next to sprinter Usain Bolt during his diamond jubilee tour of the Caribbean and Central America.
The prince plans to meet the world’s …
King Stitt: A toasting pioneer who transformed reggae and dancehall music
King Stitt, a legendary figure in the world of Jamaican music, pioneered the art of reggae toasting. His innovative style and immense talent helped shape dancehall and reggae music genres and paved …
Jamaica Reggae Month 2012 will pay tribute to Dennis Brown
Preparations have started for Jamaica Reggae Month 2012, reports the Jamaica Gleaner.
The Jamaica Reggae Industry Association (JaRIA) have been in talks with Damion Crawford, minister of state in …
No Apology
Following the media storm in a teacup last week, police received more than 40 complaints about MP Diane Abbott’s “racist” slur against white people — but she will NOT face charges. The …
The birth of Christianity: The emergence and spread of a new religion
The birth of Christianity can be traced back to the first century AD when Jesus Christ was said to be teaching and preaching in ancient Palestine. This new religion emerged in a time and place where …
Finally some justice for Stephen Lawrence
The internet is abuzz this afternoon with the news that Gary Dobson, 36, and David Norris, 35, were found guilty by a jury at the Old Bailey after a trial focused on forensic evidence held since 1993. …
When we ruled – book by Robin Walker
I finally treated myself to Robin Walker’s book When We Ruled. It’s an extremely big read, and I’m looking forward to some downtime so that I can fully enjoy our history.
I promise to …
A story for the Christmas holidays
Having a bad day? Is Christmas getting you down? Here’s something that might lighten your mood.
When four of Santa’s elves got sick, the trainee elves did not produce toys as fast as the regular …
The Tuskegee Syphilis Study: An unethical chapter in American medical history
The Tuskegee Syphilis Study remains a dark chapter in the history of American medical research. The study, officially known as the Tuskegee Study of Untreated Syphilis in the Negro Male, occurred …