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Caribbean governments say a comprehensive review of trade relations and systems with the US has now become necessary in the wake of plans by Washington to tax all imported goods from the region and other countries around the world. The leaders held extensive discussions on this issue at last week’s heads of government conference in Barbados where the uncertainty and anxieties of the private sector and exporters were looked at […]

Violinist and composer Curtis Stewart will teach a Mentor Session on Feb. 27 with students from the Lucy Moses School and the Special Music School at the Kaufman Music Center (KMC), where he is an artist-in-residence this season.  According to its website, KMC is a non-profit performing arts and education organization in NYC that "stimulates appreciation of and participation in music through music performance and education in ways that awaken […]

New York Attorney General Letitia James on Friday hailed a federal court for granting of her motion for a preliminary injunction to stop Elon Musk and employees of his so-called “Department of Government Efficiency” (DOGE) from having unauthorized access to Americans’ private information. “Giving the world’s richest man unauthorized access to our nation’s central payment system, and our most sensitive personal information, puts all Americans – and the essential funds […]

Gov. Kathy Hochul on Tuesday launched a new “You’re Hired” initiative to recruit talented public sector workers into state service. This initiative comes as the new federal administration utilizes the so-called Department of Government Efficiency, or DOGE, to lay off thousands of highly-qualified workers in the federal government. “The federal government might say, ‘You’re fired,’ but here in New York, we say, ‘You’re hired.’ In fact, we love federal workers,” […]

Caribbean entertainment publicist Flair Lindsey says Shinehead exudes “musical and cultural greatness, exemplary of Black History and Reggae Month.”   “There is much that can be said about music giant and cultural stalwart, Shinehead,” Lindsey of Acclaim PR told Caribbean Life on Monday. “One can start by acknowledging his amazingly diverse talent and creativity. The international artist makes the phrase ‘triple threat’ look light.” She said Shinehead excels as a singer, […]

Award-winning New Jersey-based reggae DJ Ras Emmanuel is back stateside after completing a successful tour of Gambia, West Africa, where he performed as part of the Reggae Month celebrations for 2025. “The trip was fantastic and was very productive,” Emmanuel told Caribbean Life on Monday after his third tour of Gambia. “I was received with great honor and respect. “When I arrived at the airport I was treated royally,” he […]

Double excitement is brewing for DJ Papalotl, also known as Buttahfly, celebrating Reggae Month and her 30th "DJ-versary (anniversary)."  "DJ Papalotl is celebrating 30 years, all year long, in a musical space, where still few women dwell," Caribbean entertainment publicist Flair Lindsey of Acclaim PR told Caribbean Life on Friday. "As co-owner of the Kingston 12 Hi-Fi sound system with a partner, the renowned Shinehead, DJ Papalotl has delighted worldwide […]

The original Jamaican Jerk Marinade was shared in 2011. After many requests, I then shared the Mild version for those of you who love the flavors of Jamaican Jerk with the heat. This is a more updated and refined version (arguably, there’s no need for it) of that original recipe I shared when I did the Smoked Jerk Turkey a few years back. You’ll Need… 6 scallions (roughly chopped) 10-14 sprigs […]

Legendary reggae superstar Bob Marley's look-alike Dinho da Rastaman is seeking to launch his solo singing career. "Those who have seen roots reggae singer Dinho da Rastaman perform live say his raw talent and charisma are contagious. He also looks a lot like Bob Marley, which has led some to ask if he is the child of the late Reggae King," Neville Muir, Dinho da Rastaman's manager, told Caribbean Life […]