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Returning a 170-year-old preserved lizard to Jamaica is a step toward redressing colonial harms

Museums often celebrate new acquisitions, especially something rare or historic. In April 2024, scientists from the Natural History Museum of Jamaica and The University of the West Indies, Mona Campus accepted a very rare and historic specimen: a 16-inch lizard called the Jamaican giant galliwasp (Celestus occiduus). It had previously…

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The Beckley Retreat: a trip of a lifetime?

A psilocybin retreat was never going to be a walk in the park, but Dipal Acharya didn’t expect the magic to be quite like this journey

Evening Standard

Norway, Ireland, Spain recognise the state of Palestine pressuring others to follow suit as IDF continues assault on Gaza

Ireland, Spain and Norway have broken with the majority of European states by formally recognising Palestine as an independent state. This follows the Bahamas, Trinidad and Tobago, Jamaica and Barbados that did the same earlier this year, bringing the number of UN members that recognise Palestine to 143 out of…

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Terrified Spirit Airlines passengers brace for emergency water landing on flight from Jamaica to Florida

Spirit Airliens flight NK270 was forced to return to island’s Montego Bay shortly after takeoff

The Independent UK

"How to say Babylon": Safiya Sinclair’s memories of a Rastafari childhood

Jamaica’s beaches, gentle Rastas and uplifting reggae music make up the postcard version of an idyllic island nation – an image Safiya Sinclair says she wanted to flesh out in her compelling memoir "How to Say Babylon". The author recounts a childhood spent observing tropical fauna and flora and reading…

France 24

How to cook the perfect Jamaican rundown – recipe

The rich and aromatic Jamaican coconut and fish stew in just a few easy steps

The Guardian - UK

Bob Marley is a national hero in all but name. So what are Jamaica’s politicians waiting for?

The trailblazing musician was a powerful force for change and unity. He deserves his homeland’s highest honour, says commentator Kenneth Mohammed

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Dancehall star Sean Paul backs calls to make Jamaica a republic and slams UK visa restrictions

This comes after The Independent revealed that the Jamaican government is lobbying Britain for curbs to be lifted.

The Independent UK

Clive Myrie's Caribbean Adventure: next episode, locations, trailer and everything we know

Clive Myrie swaps the newsroom for the islands of the Caribbean in new travel series Clive Myrie’s Caribbean Adventure.

WhatToWatch

‘I’ve never seen anything like it’: can Jamaica adapt to the Caribbean’s increasingly unpredictable weather?

In February, a cold front turned into a storm causing millions in damage – and highlighted a new and urgent need for adaptation and mitigation projects

The Guardian - UK

OPINION - London Marathon 2024: I knew training for the marathon would change me, but not like this

It struck me when I took my girlfriend on a trip to Kingston. Sound romantic? You may be imagining a plush hotel in Kingston, Jamaica. Imagine a Travelodge in Kingston upon Thames instead.

Evening Standard

From track spikes to bikes - Inside Jamaica's first-ever UCI cycling road race

'It has opened some eyes and broadened some minds' Jamaica International Cycling Classic hopes to play a part in developing cycling in the Caribbean

Cycling News

Madison Kvaltin's Poolside Relaxation In Jamaica

Social media influencer Madison Kvaltin shares a glimpse of her luxurious poolside relaxation in Jamaica, captivating her audience with a virtual escape to...

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Jamaica Copa America 2024 squad: Heimir Hallgrimsson's full team

The Jamaica Copa America 2024 squad for the tournament has been announced

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16-Year-Old Jamaican Student Breaks Usain Bolt's 400M Record

16-year-old Nickecoy Bramwell from Jamaica breaks Usain Bolt's 400m record at Carifta Games, showcasing talent and perseverance.

The Guardian - UK

Jamaica needs teachers, yet England poaches them and classrooms lie empty. How can that be right?

People want to make good lives for themselves, but the UK has taken so much from the Caribbean. Better to help the islands thrive, says academic Gus John

The Guardian - UK

Teachers: tell us about moving from abroad to a school in England

We want to speak with teachers from Jamaica and other countries that have seen a rise in those moving to a job in England

The Guardian - UK

Wednesday briefing: Why the UK is looking abroad to solve its teaching shortage

In today’s newsletter: The government is hiring teachers and trainees in Jamaica and elsewhere to help plug the gaps. But can this really solve the issue at home – and is it creating new ones abroad?

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Andre Russell: A Dynamic Force In Cricket

Discover the dynamic all-rounder Andre Russell from Jamaica, a game-changer in cricket with explosive skills and unwavering energy on the field. Follow his...

The Guardian - UK

Steep rise in schools in England recruiting teachers from Jamaica

Exclusive: Schools following NHS and social care in recruiting from overseas as work visas for secondary school teachers double

The Guardian - UK

Jamaica condemns Frank Hester’s Diane Abbott comments amid concern over contract

Ministers condemn allegedly racist remarks and say they knew about them only after signing deal

The Guardian - UK

A historic revolt, a forgotten hero, an empty plinth: is there a right way to remember slavery?

The long read: As the author of a book about a pivotal uprising in 18th-century Jamaica, Vincent Brown was enlisted in a campaign to make its leader a national hero. But when he arrived in Jamaica, he started to wonder what he had got himself into

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This USMNT team should be entering its prime. Now they need to prove it

The US claimed the Concacaf Nations League title with yet another win over Mexico. But they need to beat the best teams as 2026 approaches

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USMNT Narrowly Escapes With Win Over Jamaica In Nations League

The U.S. men's national team's victory over Jamaica in the Concacaf Nations League semifinals reveals strengths and weaknesses ahead of a challenging final...

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Haji Wright Leads US To CONCACAF Nations League Final

US Men's National Team secures thrilling victory over Jamaica, advances to face Mexico in CONCACAF Nations League final. Exciting showdown ahead!

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