Diaspora key to Jamaica’s research future A leading Jamaican scientist is urging the country to rethink how it approaches the loss of skilled talent, arguing that the issue can be transformed into an opportunity for national growth. Speaking at a recent academic gathering, Errol Morrison outlined a vision that shifts the long discussed problem of […]
Jamaica-born doctor shines at world pageant Dr. Sandra Swaby, a Jamaica-born cosmetic surgeon and global advocate for self-love, achieved a milestone on April 4, 2026, when she was named 1st Runner Up at the Queen of the World pageant in New York City. At 53, Dr. Swaby stood out not just for her poise and […]
Educators demand fuller Black Canadian history teaching By Charles Agard Educators, scholars and community leaders say that while initiatives such as Black History Month have helped raise awareness, they are not enough to address what many describe as a long standing gap in how Canadian history is taught. They argue that the contributions of Black […]
Windsor Project Documents Caribbean Canadian Journeys A new initiative at the University of Windsor is expanding how Black history in southwestern Ontario is documented, with a focus on voices that have often been absent from official records. The project, titled From Mango to Maple, is led by archivist Antoinette “Anto” Seymour and is based in […]
Salome Bey’s Legacy Shapes Canadian Music Canada’s music community continues to honour the enduring legacy of Salome Bey, widely celebrated as the country’s First Lady of the Blues, whose influence helped shape the landscape of Canadian performance and Black artistry for generations. A pioneering singer, songwriter and educator, Bey built a career that defied easy […]
Toronto Celebrates Joe Carter’s World Series Legacy By Stephen Weir Former Blue Jays legend Joe Carter will be standing tall again — this time in bronze — when he returns to the SkyDome on July 29. Don’t worry, his playing days are over. Carter will be just standing… permanently. Recently, the Toronto Blue Jays announced […]
Toronto’s Josh Liendo secures fourth straight swimming title In a performance that confirmed his place among elite collegiate swimmers, Josh Liendo closed out the NCAA Championships in Atlanta with a commanding victory that blended speed, composure, and history. The University of Florida senior delivered when it mattered most, securing yet another title in a career […]
Former CARICOM Secretary-General Remembered Regional leaders and institutions across the Caribbean are paying tribute to Roderick Rainford, whose death on April 4 at his St Andrew home marks the passing of a central figure in the region’s modern political and economic development. Over decades of public service, he helped steer both national and regional institutions […]
Hip Hop Pioneer Saukrates Finally Wins Juno Canadian hip hop artist Saukrates (Karl Amani Wailoo) has long been recognized as one of the most influential figures in the country’s rap scene, even before receiving his first Juno Award. His recent win for Rap Single of the Year alongside TOBi and Jully Black marks a significant […]
Study shows avocados improve heart health A growing body of research is pointing to a simple dietary change that could have meaningful effects on heart health. Incorporating avocados into regular meals, particularly as a substitute for less nutritious options, has been linked to a lower risk of heart attacks in both men and women. The […]
