Jamaica

How to Help Jamaica Rebuild After Hurricane Melissa

After Hurricane Melissa’s catastrophic impact, Jamaica faces one of its toughest recoveries yet. From verified relief funds to responsible travel and long-term rebuilding, here’s how you can support the island.
10/29/2025

Mike ‘The Bodysnatcher’ McCallum, Legendary Jamaican Boxing Champion, Passes Away At 68

McCallum held world titles in three different weight classes and was inducted International Boxing Hall of Fame in 2003.
06/02/2025

Kirk Franklin Addresses Jamaica Performance, ‘Twerking’ On Clark Sisters Member

The gospel artist explained he never wants to “offend anyone in any community.”
01/07/2025

Dancehall Artist Vybz Kartel’s Murder Conviction Overturned

A decade later, the ruling follows Kartel's conviction and life sentence for the murder of Clive "Lizard" Williams.
03/14/2024

How Bob Marley’s Message of Peace and Freedom United a Nation, If Only For One Night

It was only a short-lived moment in 1978, but only one person could attempt to heal a politically divided and broken nation.
02/12/2024

5 Things You May Not Have Known About Bob Marley

Regarded as the first ‘Third World Superstar,’ the Jamaican icon would have turned 79 on Feb.6.
02/06/2024
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S1 • E14
Ms. Pat Settles It
Synthetic Shenanigans

Judge Ms. Pat settles cases that include a friendship that came to a screeching halt at a reggae fest, exes who are at war over synthetic wigs and friends brawling over a bad boutique review.
12/13/2023

5.4. Magnitude Earthquake Hits Jamaica, Causing Alarm Around Island

Prime Minister Andrew Holness announced that no deaths, injuries, or severe damage had been reported.
10/30/2023

From Dancehall Sensation to International Star: Byron Messia's Rise to Fame in 2023

The dancehall artist shares his story of being an adopted child from Jamaica, his musical roots in St. Kitts and Nevis, and his plans for the future with the release of his upcoming album "Sad & Famous.”
09/25/2023

This Week In Good Black News: Ice Spice Is The Rookie Of The Year, VP Kamala Harris Claps Back And Usher Drops A Summer Banger

Plus, after decades of fighting, the family of Henrietta Lacks will finally be compensated.
08/04/2023
Carnival season, travel

BET’s Blackity Black Guide To Caribbean Carnivals

From the island of St. Vincent to the sexy streets of Brooklyn, we’ve got the tea on the hottest carnivals this season.
07/04/2023