Jamaica
Jimmy Cliff, one of the most prominent and beloved proponents of reggae music, has died at the age of 81. A star since the 1960s, he helped to bring the sound of Jamaica to a global audience through hits such as Wonderful World, Beautiful People and You Can Get It If You Really Want. His […]
Hurricane Melissa intensified to Category 5 early Monday as it neared Jamaica. It’s forecast to dump up to 30 inches of rain on Jamaica there and bring a life-threatening storm surge. Melissa is forecast to make landfall on the island Monday night and Tuesday and cross southeastern Cuba and the Bahamas through Wednesday. Early Monday, […]
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry were jamming the night away during a fun date night in Jamaica. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex attended the premiere of “Bob Marley: One Love,” which is set to hit theaters February 14th. According to the synopsis of the film, which stars actor Lashana Lynch, the movie “celebrates the […]
Janet Rollé, is the new CEO and executive director of the American Ballet Theatre. Making her the person of color has led the company. The former general manager of Beyoncé’s Parkwood Entertainment. Rollé will take over her new role starting January 3, 2022. In her role with Beyoncé’s company, Rollé was credited as an associate producer […]
14-year-old Zaila Avant-Garde, won the 2021 Scripps National Spelling Bee. Becoming the first African American contestant to win in 93 editions of the competition. Winning the $50,000 cash prize. New Orleans, Louisiana teen won after correctly spelling murraya — a type of tree — to clinch the championship. To get there, the teen had to navigate […]
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