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History, Politics

Portia Simpson Miller: Jamaica’s First Woman Prime Minister — legacy, leadership, and a quiet fight with dementia

In September 2025, Errald Miller confirmed publicly that his wife is living with dementia, a condition that gradually affects memory, communication, and reasoning. Though she has not reached the most debilitating stages, the illness has changed her daily life. Miller, deeply emotional, declared that his only purpose now is caring for her. Here we speak about her legacy and impact.

Caribbean News, Sports

Allan “Skill” Cole: Jamaica’s Footballer, Cultural Bridge, and National Icon

Allan “Skill” Cole was more than Jamaica’s greatest footballer. He was a cultural bridge who carried the island’s pride onto the world stage. From becoming the youngest ever Jamaican international at just 15, to making history as the first Jamaican to play in Brazil’s top league, Cole embodied brilliance and courage. His famous 1975 clash with Pelé in Kingston’s “Battle of the Giants” remains etched in football folklore, while his role as Bob Marley’s tour manager and co-writer of the timeless anthem War linked him forever to reggae’s global rise. His story is one of talent, patriotism, and legacy, a life that will inspire generations to come.

Culture, History

The Maroons of Jamaica: Freedom Fighters in the Mountains

The story of the Jamaican Maroons begins in the mountains, where freedom was carved from resistance. The Maroons were Africans who escaped slavery and established independent communities in Jamaica’s rugged interior. Their roots trace back to the island’s earliest colonial period, when Spain controlled Jamaica from 1493 to 1655. Enslaved Africans brought by the Spanish often fled to the hills, forming some of the first “refugee” communities of free blacks.

News, Politics

Jamaica General Elections 2025: Andrew Holness Secures Historic Third Term

Prime Minister Andrew Holness and the Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) have carved their place in Jamaica’s political history, winning the island’s 19th general election and securing an unprecedented third consecutive term in office. The victory, though narrow, underscores the JLP’s resilience amid mounting public concerns about corruption, inequality, and economic pressures.

Sports

Jamaicans Set for Big Stage in Upcoming Track Meets

Jamaica’s sprinters and hurdlers are once again set to light up the international track and field stage as a wave of rising and established stars head into two major competitions this weekend. From the International North Thuringian Athletics Meeting in Sondershausen, Germany, to the Diamond League clash in Chorzow, Poland, Jamaicans will be chasing glory against some of the world’s best.

Caribbean News, Healthcare

Jamaica’s Healthcare Crisis: The Harsh Reality and the Way Forward

In Jamaica, healthcare is supposed to be a right, not a privilege. Our island operates a dual healthcare system: a public network, funded and managed by the Ministry of Health and Wellness, and a private sector for those who can afford faster, more advanced services. On paper, this model should provide every Jamaican with access to care. In reality, it’s a system under strain—overcrowded, underfunded, and leaving too many without timely treatment.