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Mia Mottley and Claudia Sheinbaum discussed tourism, sustainable development, and stronger Caribbean-Mexico relations during a recent call. BRIDGETOWN, Barbados – Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley and Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum have held discussions aimed at strengthening relations between Barbados, Mexico, and the wider Caribbean region, highlighting opportunities for cooperation in tourism, sustainable development, and regional […]

2029 Our Ocean Conference to Bring Global Ocean Leaders to Montego Bay MONTEGO BAY, JAMAICA — Jamaica has been selected to host the 13th Our Ocean Conference in 2029, marking a significant milestone in the country’s leadership on ocean conservation, climate action, and sustainable development. Prime Minister Andrew Holness announced the achievement on Thursday, noting […]

Cardi B, Doechii, Tems, Queen Latifah and more set to headline one of the year’s most anticipated entertainment events The countdown is on for the 2026 BET Awards, as some of the biggest names in music, film, sports, and entertainment prepare to gather for one of the most important celebrations of Black excellence in the […]

Future The Real Me album marks the rapper’s first solo release in nearly two years and one of hip hop’s most anticipated projects of 2026. Atlanta rap icon Future is preparing to enter a new chapter of his career with the announcement of The Real Me, his upcoming 10th solo studio album and one of […]

Roots reggae, food sovereignty and community empowerment take centre stage on July 11 KINGSTON, Jamaica — Kingston’s annual celebration of roots reggae, family values and community empowerment is set to return this summer as the Conscious Reggae Concert (CRC): Family Unity Fest prepares for its third staging on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Held under the […]

Roots reggae icons to share the stage in Lyon on July 7 Kingston, Jamaica – Reggae fans across Europe are preparing for a rare opportunity to witness two of the genre’s most influential acts on the same stage when Burning Spear and Steel Pulse perform together in Lyon, France, on July 7, 2026. The highly […]

Three-day celebration of reggae, dub and sound system culture returns to Limoges from June 18-20 Kingston, Jamaica – Reggae and dub enthusiasts from across Europe are preparing for the return of the Reggae Dub Nation Festival, as the event’s third edition brings an international lineup of roots reggae legends, dub pioneers and contemporary performers to […]

Melody Makers member introduces a new live performance experience inspired by her debut solo album KINGSTON, Jamaica — Acclaimed singer, songwriter and Melody Makers member Sharon Marley has introduced a new chapter in her artistic journey, presenting her first-ever acoustic showcase of songs from her debut solo album, Firebird, during a recent performance at Kingston […]

Marley legacy, veteran stars and emerging artists fuel discussion ahead of Grammy nomination season Kingston, Jamaica – With several months remaining before Grammy nominations are announced, conversations are already intensifying across the reggae industry about which artists could emerge as contenders for the Best Reggae Album category at the 2027 Grammy Awards. While nominations are […]

Dancehall-reggae artist’s latest EP reaches No. 4 on iTunes Reggae Albums Chart and expands his global footprint KINGSTON, Jamaica — International dancehall-reggae recording artist Vershon is celebrating a major milestone in his career as his latest EP, To A Queen, continues to gain international traction following its June 10 release. The six-track project debuted at […]