Kony 2012 highlights Uganda conflict
Kony is a word you’re going to see a lot of over the next few days — but just what or who is Kony?
Kony is Joseph Kony, the leader of the Christian terrorist group the Lord’s …
Popular Culture: Conversations that matter
A popular culture hub for the issues, events, and cultural moments shaping our world right now. In this category, we delve into the deeper aspects of popular culture, examining the impact of fast fashion, the effects of over-tourism, the significance behind global awareness days, the release of influential books, and evolving narratives within Black culture and beyond.
From headlines to hashtags, Popular Culture dives into the conversations that spark change and reflection. Here, you’ll find thoughtful commentary, critical reviews, and stories that connect the personal to the political — because culture isn’t just what we consume. It’s what we live, question, and carry forward.
Jamaica prime minister says it’s fine if Britain wants to apolgise for slavery
Jamaica’s prime minister has said if Britain wants to apologise for the years of “wicked and brutal” slavery suffered by the islanders at its hands, it would be …
Prince Harry visits Jamaica and Portia calls for independence
Prince Harry is touring the Caribbean to mark Queen Elizabeth II’s diamond jubilee year. His visit to Jamaica came at a time when Prime Minister Portia Simpson Miller was calling for the …
Regular smear tests boosts cervical cancer survival
Women who have regular Pap tests to screen for cervical cancer are more likely to survive if they are ever diagnosed with the disease, a new Swedish study suggests.
The researchers found a 92% cure …
Nelson Mandela home after hospital stay
Nelson Mandela was released from a South African hospital a day after officials said the ailing anti-apartheid icon underwent a keyhole examination for an abdominal ailment.
“The doctors have …
Octavia Spencer – wins the Oscar for Best Supporting actress
Octavia Spencer produced the first tears of Oscar night after winning the Best Supporting Actress gong.
The Help star, who was awarded the prize for her role as a maid in the segregated South, also …
MBE for David Rodigan, Reggae-Dancehall DJ
Dancehall DJ David Rodigan has been awarded an MBE.
David Rodigan’s career spans almost 35-year years, in which time he has devoted himself to promoting reggae music through his various …
My Whitney Houston
I am saddened by the death of Whitney Houston but I admit I mourned her many years ago.
I stopped following Whitney’s career many years ago when her marriage to Bobby Brown kept her in the …
RIP Whitney Houston aged 48
The entertainment industry is in mourning after award-winning music legend Whitney Houston was found dead in a Los Angeles hotel room on the eve of the Grammys.
Stars took to Twitter to express …
App encourages women to drop a glass size in 2012
A new smartphone app shows how awful you could look in 10 years if you exceed the weekly alcohol limit.
The “drinking time machine” app has been designed to shock people, especially …
Beyonce shows of post baby curves in support of husband Jay-Z
A month after giving birth to Blue Ivy, new mom Beyonce is back on her feet. Or, should we say, back in her Louboutins.
The 30-year-old star singer made two public appearances since Blue …
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 …