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Since its founding in 1967, Toronto's Caribbean Caribana festival has rapidly expanded to become the biggest cultural event in North America. What was once a three-day event has expanded into a three-week celebration that has engulfed the majority of the city in its infectious good vibes. Over one million tourists are expected in Toronto during the August long weekend to experience...

Since Richie B made the announcement at the end of Reggae Sumfest that Sting would be returning after a seven-year hiatus, several fast-rising dancehall artistes have made it clear that they are excited and ready to clash. ‘Code’ artiste Brysco, while backstage at Reggae Sumfest was recorded saying, “A di reincarnation. Because what is Dancehall widout Sting? A dat mi...

Javorius Scott more popularly known as JayDaYoungan was killed in a shooting in his hometown of Bogalusa, Louisiana. According to reports, Police responded to a shooting late Wednesday afternoon and found two people who were wounded. They identified one of the victims as Scott, who died as a result of his injuries. JayDaYoungan, who was 24, had millions of followers on...

Fresh off parting ways with Jay-Z’s Roc Nation Management, Meek Mill shared on Wednesday that he aims on releasing10 albums as an independent artist. Meek made the announcement on his social media, “10 tapes independently starting September,” he announced, while also stating his first song will be released on the anniversary of his father’s death. “New music dropping August 18, the day...

  Over the next 12 days, Birmingham will welcome 72 teams and about 6,500 athletes and officials to compete in the biggest sporting programme in Commonwealth Games' history. For the first time at a major multi-sport event, there will be more medal events for women than men - 136-134. There are also a record 42 Para-sports events at the Games. The opening ceremony...

  Almost one million people in a suburb of Wuhan - China's central city where the coronavirus was first recorded - have been placed under lockdown. Residents have been ordered to stay inside their homes or compounds for three days after four asymptomatic Covid cases were detected. China follows a "zero Covid" strategy, including mass testing, strict isolation rules and local lockdowns. This...

  Approximately 30,000 spectators are expected to attend the National Stadium in St. Andrew on Independence Day August 6 for the Grand Gala, which is part of Jamaica’s Diamond Jubilee celebrations. The cultural showcase, which is slated to begin at 6:00 p.m., will feature presentations in music, drama, song and dance, by costumed and uniformed groups alongside popular local artistes. Addressing the...

  A three-track prologue soundtrack has already been released in anticipation of Marvel's upcoming sequel, "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever." Nigerian artist Tems sings a cover of reggae legend Bob Marley's "No Woman, No Cry," "A Body, A Coffin" by Amaarae and "Soy" by Santa Fe Klan also feature on the album. "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever" stars Lupita Nyong'o, Michaela Coel, Martin Freeman,...

  Noel Maitland, the police constable linked to the case of missing influencer Donna Lee Donaldson, has been taken into custody. Additionally, police are indicating that there is currently no evidence linking district constable Kathy-Ann Smith, to the disappearance of Donaldson. Miss Donaldson went missing on July 11. In giving the update last evening, Deputy Commissioner of Police DCP Fitz Bailey, said Constable...

Legendary Jamaican recording artistes Beres Hammond and Buju Banton are set to headline a New Years concert dubbed Intimate. “INTIMATE” is set to take place at Grizzly's Plantation Cove in Priory, St Ann. Promoters for 'Intimate' says fans will see Beres and Buju together in concert and is set to give birth to musical artistry that feels nothing short than intimate;...