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(L-R) Leon, Michael "Mr. Brightworks" Stephens, Beres Hammond, Bob "Mr. BET" Johnson (photos by gburkeimages.com)

By: Richard Johnson - The Jamaican Observer

MANY people find it hard to believe he's not Jamaican — or, has Jamaican roots. When Leon ar

Rick’s Cafe

Jamaica has a unique combination of adventurous activities, breathtaking locales and the most exceptional spirit in the world, perfect for spring breakers. Plan for these top Spring Break experiences on your next trip to Jamaica during th

For just a few precious seconds, Prince Harry could say that he was the world’s fastest man. Shortly after 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday morning, the prince squared off against 25-year-old Olympic champion Usain Bolt in a staged race to see who was truly the

Jamaica is as well known for its vibrant culture as it is for it’s seductive natural beauty. The island’s many genres of music have influenced countless people around the world who strongly identify with its varied messages. As Jamaica’s 2012 Reggae

Fayad Wazim Ali, whose math teaching mastery has led to more than 1,000 of his students at Naparima Boys’ College winning scholarships.

GEORGETOWN, Guyana, Monday February 27, 2012 – Guyana’s fishing industry is paving the way for that country to achieve its Millennium Development Goals of feeding its people at international standards.

Agriculture minister, Dr. Leslie Ramsammy said

Sly and Robbie

As Jamaica celebrates Reggae Month and remembers the birth of reggae music legend Bob Marley, this week’s post will focus on the notable Jamaican musicians that have shaped the culture and history of Jamaican music.

Marjorie Whylie

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Twenty-year-old Izia “Jap” Lindsay is a master at grafitti and airbrushing.
Izia “Jap” Lindsay is a young artist who knows no boundaries. He simply wants the world to see and feel his work and he’ll stop at nothing to ensure of it. In his mind are i

Jamaica is one of the most sought after romantic destinations in the world, let alone The Caribbean. Whether old or young, eccentric or laid back, couples from across the globe travel to the island’s shores to experience its seductive charm. When you

GEORGETOWN, Guyana (GINA) -- The way has been cleared for the Canadian oil exploration company, CGX to commence drilling one of two wells in the Guyana offshore concession with the arrival on Sunday of the Ocean Saratoga, a semi-submersible drilling

By Chris Sweeney: The Miami New Times

"I like to paint wildlife and people. I like the colours of certain animals and I enjoy painting the different shades of people’s skin because there are so many hidden colours in them”

In Jamaica this year Safer Sex Week will be observed between Sunday, February 12 – 18, 2012.

The national events takes place at the Sinclair’s Bargain Centre, Linstead Town in St. Catherine Jamaica..

You are all welcome to participate and invite member

PORT-OF-SPAIN, Trinidad, Friday February 3, 2012 – The Trinidad Carnival has been described as “big business” which now has a total allocation of $96.5 million to be spent.

Yesterday the Trinidad Cabinet approved a supplemental $53 million for the ev

eliteBUZZ Magazine – Jamaica: The Caribbean witnessed the show of a lifetime, when International Superstar Celine Dion rocked the 16^th Annual Jamaica Jazz and Blues Festival in Trelawny Jamaica. The Diva left no stones un-turned as she wowed the thou

Tony Best

            “Articulate scholar, fearless and erudite lawyer and Queens counsel.”

Add such descriptions as a passionate parliamentarian, a sensitive cabinet minister and a diplomat par excellence to the tribute paid to Dudley Thompson by th

CASTRIES, St Lucia, Wednesday February 1, 2012 – All systems are go for this year’s St Lucia Jazz festival which is expected to kick off from April 30 to May 13.

Now into its 21st year, this year’s festival will encompass 14 days of performances by 5