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Jamaican politician: Why not seek reparations if UK paid slave debt until 2015?

Olivia Grange said past payments raised the question of why Jamaica should not now seek a remedy.

Evening Standard · Sep 6

Jamaican delegates arrive in UK to hand slavery reparations petition to King Charles

Slavery’s legacy continues ‘to deprive our country and our people’, says minister, as group prepares to appeal to Jamaica’s head of state

The Guardian - UK · Sep 6

After a reckoning and the toppling, what is replacing Britain’s symbols of empire?

In this month’s newsletter: communities are reshaping how empire is remembered in public life. Plus, holding royalty to account in Jamaica and repairing centuries of harm in California

The Guardian - UK · Sep 1

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In 2005, carpenter Isaiah Robertson began covering his Niagara Falls home inside and out with brightly painted religious art; after his 2020 death, the house was preserved and is now open for guided tours

In 2005, Isaiah Henry Robertson, a Jamaican-born carpenter and devout Christian living in Niagara Falls, New York, began transforming his modest house into what he believed was a preparation site for the Second Coming of Jesus Christ. Convinced that God had told him the world would end in 2014, Robertson…

The Times of India · Aug 28

Climate disasters are ravaging government budgets – aid works best when paid upfront

When a cyclone destroyed Chompa Munda’s home in coastal Bangladesh in 2019, she and her son went days without food. When the next one came in 2024, her phone lit up hours before it made landfall.

The Conversation · Aug 27

Quote of the day by Bob Marley: 'The greatness of a man is not in how much wealth he acquires, but in his...' - inspiring quote by King of Reggae and One Love singer teaches life lessons on integrity, character, impact we have on others, positivity, why true greatness goes beyond money and success

Quote of the day by Bob Marley: Bob Marley believed true greatness stems from integrity and positive influence. His words suggest wealth does not define a person's true character. Marley's music brought reggae to global audiences with diverse influences. He became an important cultural and political figure in Jamaica.

The Economic Times · Aug 26

Jamaican woman extradited to U.S. after allegedly helping scam Kentucky residents out of $80,000 with fake $250 million lottery win

She's accused of acting as a "money mule."

We Got This Covered · Aug 25

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The Disappearers by Marlon James review – a scorching exposé of homophobia in Jamaica

This Booker-listed epic set in Aids-era Kingston is a triumph – bitter, bawdy and ravishingly queer

The Guardian - UK · Aug 24

Man under threat of deportation to Jamaica wins right to rejoin his British family

Mark Nelson released from immigration detention on bail after lawyers challenge decision to remove him

The Guardian - UK · Aug 16

How Christopher Columbus used an eclipse to save his life in Jamaica

Stranded on Jamaica and close to starvation, the navigator studied astronomical tables and accurately predicted a lunar eclipse that he used to carry favour with the indigenous Taínos.

Euronews · Aug 12

Ghana backs Jamaica's petition to push UK for slavery reparations

Jamaica and Ghana, both former British colonies subjected to the transatlantic slave trade, are presenting a united front in the drive for reparatory justice. As Kingston prepares to lodge a formal petition with King Charles III seeking to advance its claim for reparations from the United Kingdom, Ghana's president says…

Radio France Internationale · Aug 10

"Scouts came to watch me and I had an absolute stinker - I smelled out the entire pitch!" - Michail Antonio rues late start to international career

Michail Antonio has represented Jamaica since 2021, but could have got his start a lot earlier if one fateful game had gone differently

FourFourTwo · Aug 9

The story of the day Bono and Jimmy Buffett went out for chicken and were almost killed by Jamaican police. "It was absolutely terrifying, and I honestly thought we were all going to die"

Bono joins Jimmy Buffett on a flight to buy jerk chicken. What's the worst that can happen?

Louder · Aug 6

This Photographer Captures The Diversity Of Natural Red Hair In ‘The Little Book Of Gingers’ (30 New Pics)

When Bored Panda first featured Scottish photographer Kieran Dodds in 2020, his ongoing series Gingers had already begun challenging one of Scotland's most recognizable stereotypes. Rather than treating red hair as a curiosity, Dodds used portrait photography to explore identity, ancestry, and the surprising global journey of a genetic trait…

Bored Panda · Aug 5

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The Independent UK · Aug 4

I tried the Rolling Stones’s new rum – and it’s perfect for late summer cocktails

The band’s historical links to the island have been poured into this project

AAP · Aug 3

How Glasgow boosted netball's bid for Olympic call-up

Using this year's Commonwealth Games to push their case, Netball Australia's chief executive is upbeat the sport will feature at the 2032 Olympics in Brisbane.

AAP · Aug 2

Super Netball aces help NZ end long wait for Games gold

Led by Super Netball stars, the Silver Ferns are Commonwealth Games netball champions for the first time in 16 years after beating giant-killers Jamaica.

AAP · Aug 2

'Bronze better than no medal': Diamonds rue semi shock

The Diamonds have suffered their worst result at a Commonwealth Games but at least leave Glasgow with a medal after beating England to bronze.

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AAP · Aug 1

How Super Netball intel has Jamaica primed to win gold

Ready to vie for gold, Jamaica captain Shamera Sterling-Humphrey says her side's Commonwealth Games upset over Australia boils down to Super Netball knowledge.

BANG Premier · Aug 1

Prince and Princess of Wales joined by their children at Commonwealth Games

Prince William and wife Catherine were joined by Prince George, 13, Princess Charlotte, 11, and eight-year-old Prince Louis as they watched the netball semi-finals between Jamaica and Australia from the stands.

AAP · Jul 31

'Different ball game' for Diamonds as Jamaica looms

The Diamonds have yet to break a sweat as they rampage towards Commonwealth Games gold, but Cara Koenen knows Jamaica is capable of producing an upset.

The Economic Times · Jul 31

Meet Seema Kaliramna, a mother and PhD scholar, who battled four fouls to win bronze medal in Commonwealth Games 2026

Seema Kaliramna secured a bronze medal in the women's discus throw event. She achieved a best effort of 58.65m to finish third overall. Jamaica's Samantha Hall won gold with 61.66m, and Canada's Julia Tunks took silver. Seema balanced motherhood and doctoral studies to reach the Commonwealth podium. She dedicated her…

The Guardian - UK · Jul 29

Caribbean bears brunt of £43bn climate-fuelled damage to developing islands

Findings can inform conversations about global climate reparations and financing for mitigations, researchers say

The Independent UK · Jul 28

Booker Prize longlist 2026: Douglas Stuart and Elizabeth Strout lead nominees

The 13 books selected for the longlist features authors representing England, Ireland, Scotland, Jamaica, Mexico, Turkey and America

The Economic Times · Jul 28

Sarvesh Kushare becomes 1st Indian to win silver in CWG men's high jump

Sarvesh Kushare secured a historic silver medal in the men's high jump event. He became the first Indian to achieve this feat, clearing 2.25 meters. Romaine Beckford of Jamaica won the gold medal on countback after both failed at 2.28 meters. Jack Kimani of England claimed the bronze medal with…

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