KINGSTON, Jamaica – How many of us can say that our work has revolutionised how Caribbean people produce, consume and export food? Chances are very few. However, there are individuals among us who, when they see an opportunity to lend their expertise to champion causes that promote overall growth and development of the region, do […]
by Howard Campbell NEW YORK – A pioneer of West Indian radio in the United States, Gil Bailey celebrates 50 years on the airwaves in 2019. On August 11, organizers of the Merritone Family Fun Day recognized his contribution with a Golden Mic award at Heckscher Park in Long Island, New York. He was among […]
by Derrick Scott WASHINGTON, DC – The Embassy of Jamaica in the United States has joined in mourning the loss of a giant in the diaspora, broadcaster and entrepreneur Glenford George Simmonds, who passed away this past Monday (August 12) in Atlanta, Georgia. Ambassador Audrey P. Marks conveyed her condolences to the family of the […]
FORT LAUDERDALE – Linville Johnson, a Sr. Executive of The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism and Aviation (BMOTA) has joined a privileged list. The group includes Tourism Ministers, Governors, CEO’s and Presidents of major national organizations and associations who are all among past recipients of the coveted Apex Award, presented annually by Black Meetings and Tourism Magazine. […]
TORONTO, Canada – Retaining the history of the region is vital for future generations to understand their heritage. The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) has found the perfect storyteller in Trinidad born Canadian Rita Cox who chronicles the Caribbean legacy, and will honour her with the Lifetime Achievement Award during the Media Day luncheon in Toronto […]
Bryon LaBeach to Receive Award in New York to mark Jamaica’s Independence Anniversary by Derrick Scott NEW YORK – A member of Jamaica’s relay team at 1952 Helsinki Olympic Games will be honored with a ‘Brand Jamaica Living Legend Award’ as Jamaicans in New York celebrated their island’s 57th anniversary of independence. Byron LaBeach will be […]
SOUTH FLORIDA – 10 Questions with Njeri Plato-artistic director and founder of Delou Africa Dance Ensemble Tell us about Dance Africa Miami DanceAfrica Miami was inspired by Dr. Charles “Chuck Davis also known as Baba (means father in many African Languages). Baba Chuck transitioned on May 14, 2017. In 1977 he founded and was the […]
ATLANTA – Chris Scott is a native of Port of Spain, Trinidad and the Atlanta-based filmmaker is the Executive Producer behind the movie, Breakthrough. Her feature length film is scheduled to be shown at this year’s Trinidad and Tobago Film Festival (APA, 4.30pm, APA, Room 02, followed by a panel discussion). Scott is the founder […]
North Miami – On Saturday, July 20, San Antonio’s Mayor and Sister Cities International (SCI) Chairman Ron Nirenberg appointed North Miami Councilman Alix Desulme, Ed.D. to serve as Chairman of the Membership Committee. Desulme’s new leadership role also includes an appointment to the SCI Executive Committee. Both appointments took place at the Board of Directors […]
CORAL GABLES – Janet Henfield-Green, senior vice president and market manager of commercial lending at Marquis Bank’s Aventura branch, was elected treasurer of the Greater North Miami Beach Chamber of Commerce. “Janet’s executive role at the Greater North Miami Beach Chamber is an example of how Marquis Bank devotes time and resources to strengthen community connections and support economic development in South Florida,” said […]
Meet Dr. André Gordon – Caribbean Science Titan
KINGSTON, Jamaica – How many of us can say that our work has revolutionised how Caribbean people produce, consume and export food? Chances are very few. However, there are individuals among us who, when they see an opportunity to lend their expertise to champion causes that promote overall growth and development of the region, do […]
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