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From Paper to Platform: Jamaica's Education Ministry Wraps Up Stakeholder Consultations on Digitizing Teacher Data
UNESCO
The Ministry of Education, Skills, Youth and Information of Jamaica, supported by the UNESCO Office for the Caribbean and the Joint SDG Fund, has successfully concluded a month-long stakeholder consultation series on digitizing teacher and staff...
Kalye Presents 'The Ultimate Boodle Fight of the Century'
EIN Presswire
Celebrity Chef Jordan Andino and Kalye Head Chef Vance Consignado present a first-of-its-kind, ten-course culinary showdown in NYC NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, August 19, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Kalye, the Filipino restaurant and cultural hub...
Jamaica is Ready: Royalton Hotels & Resorts Unveils “The Soul of the Island” Experiential Vacation for Families
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
ST. MICHAEL, Barbados, Aug. 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Royalton Hotels & Resorts reopens all of its Jamaica resorts, including its family-friendly properties, following an extensive refresh.
Recognizing the Contributions of Boston’s Jamaican and Dominican Communities
City of Boston
Boston’s strength is shaped by the diverse cultures, traditions, and contributions of residents from around the world.
Chinese Ambassador to Jamaica Wang Jinfeng Attends the 72nd Denbigh Agricultural, Industrial and Food Show
Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China
On August 2, His Excellency Wang Jinfeng, Chinese Ambassador to Jamaica, attended the 72nd Denbigh Agricultural, Industrial and Food Show in Clarendon.
Chinese Ambassador to Jamaica Wang Jinfeng Attends the Handover Ceremony for the Howard Apartments
Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China
On July 29, 2026, His Excellency Wang Jinfeng, Chinese Ambassador to Jamaica, attended the Handover Ceremony for the Howard Apartments, and jointly participated in the ribbon-cutting and key-handover ceremony with Dr. the Most Honourable Andrew...
First Sgt. Rich Kastor assumes senior enlisted post at Charlie Battery
DVIDS - Georgia
JAMAICA, QUEENS, N.Y. — New York Army National Guard 1st Sgt. Rich Kastor assumed responsibility as the senior enlisted leader of Charlie Battery, 1st Battalion, 258th Field Artillery Regiment, during a ceremony at Jamaica Armory in Queens, N.Y.,...
New commander, Capt. Rodrick Ortiz, takes charge of field artillery unit in Queens, N.Y.
DVIDS - Georgia
JAMAICA, QUEENS, N.Y. — New York Army National Guard Capt. Rodrick Ortiz assumed command of Charlie Battery, 1st Battalion, 258th Field Artillery Regiment, during a ceremony at Jamaica Armory in Queens, N.Y., on Aug. 8, 2026. Ortiz replaced Capt....
JAMAICAN AMERICAN JUDGE JACKIE POWELL HONORED FOR SERVICE ON BROWARD COUNTY BENCH
The Florida Bar
Jamaican American Judge Jackie Powell, who made history as the first Jamaican American woman elected to the bench in Broward County’s 17th Judicial Circuit, has been recognized for her commitment to justice, mentorship and community service....
Eppley Caribbean Property Fund's Value Fund Delivers Strong Growth Across Every Key Metric in Nine-Month Results
EIN Presswire
Nine-month FFO already exceeds all of FY2025, as ECPF's Value Fund reports gains across every metric and a further dividend.
Rivage Travel Outlines What Sandals Resorts Jamaica Renovations Mean for 2026 and 2027 Bookings
EIN Presswire
Sandals South Coast, Sandals Montego Bay, and Sandals Caribbean Cay are scheduled to reopen within weeks of each other in Q4 2026. ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, July 14, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Three of Sandals Jamaica's resorts are currently...
ADIFF Presents 10 Films Exploring Global Black History in New Virtual Series
EIN Presswire
"African Diaspora: History and Cinema" Streams August 28–September 6, 2026 NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, August 18, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The African Diaspora International Film Festival (ADIFF) presents the fourth offering of its 2026...
West Nile Virus Detected in Mosquito Test Sample in Jamaica Plain
City of Boston
The risk remains low, but Boston Public Health Commission encourages residents to take precautions.
S Hotels Jamaica Congratulates CEO Christopher Issa on Being Named JHTA Hotelier of the Year
EIN Presswire
KINGSTON, JAMAICA, July 6, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- S Hotels Jamaica proudly congratulates Chief Executive Officer Christopher Issa on being named the Jamaica Hotel and Tourist Association (JHTA) Hotelier of the Year, one of the country’s...
UNESCO Hosts National Validation Meeting for Jamaica's Health and Family Life Education Study
UNESCO
On 26 June 2026, the UNESCO Office for the Caribbean convened a national validation meeting for the UNESCO Headquarters-led exploratory study entitled, "Learning about Healthy Relationships: Effects of School-Based Sexuality Education", examining...
UNESCO Launches Report to Tackle AI-Enabled Gender-Based Violence in Jamaica
UNESCO
On 29–30 June 2026, the UNESCO Office for the Caribbean, the Office of the Prime Minister and Bureau of Gender Affairs, brought together government representatives, civil society, academia, youth, and digital governance experts in Jamaica to...
100% Jamaican-Made Thriller "Stew Peas" Sells Out Premiere, Earns Six Caribbean Film Award Nominations
EIN Presswire
KINGSTON, JAMAICA, July 2, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Jamaican-made psychological thriller "Stew Peas" premiered to a sold-out audience at Carib 5 Cinemas on Saturday, June 27, before announcing a nationwide theatrical release beginning July...
Three Sandals Jamaica Resorts Set Reopening Dates Following $200 Million Renovation
EIN Presswire
Sandals South Coast, Montego Bay, and the renamed Sandals Caribbean Cay reopen November and December 2026 after a $200 million renovation.
Two State Department of Transportation Projects Recognized for Their Innovative and Transformative Community Impacts
New York State Department of Transportation
Contact: Stephen Canzoneri, (631) 952-6633 Release Date: August 18, 2026 Two State Department of Transportation Projects Recognized for Their Innovative and Transformative Community Impacts Reconstruction of State Route 347 in Suffolk County and...
Spence-Chapin Expands Arizona Presence to Meet Growing Need for Maternal, Adoption and Family Support Services
EIN Presswire
National nonprofit brings more than a century of expertise and a comprehensive, ethical adoption model to families across Arizona.
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