Prime Minister Mia Mottley has earned international acclaim once again, securing a spot on the Forbes World’s 100 Most Powerful Women list for the third year in a row. In 2025, she ranks No. 99, cementing her place among the world’s leading figures in politics, business, and philanthropy.
Hard Rock Cafe to Stage ‘Stay Strong Jamaica’ Benefit Concert for Hurricane Relief in Florida
Hard Rock Cafe in Hollywood, Florida will host the “Stay Strong Jamaica” benefit concert on January 2, 2026, to support recovery efforts following Hurricane Melissa, a Category 5 storm that struck Jamaica in late October.
Strictly 2K Extends Solidarity to Public and Private Sector Workers Amid Hurricane Recovery Efforts
Organizers of the Strictly 2K Throwback Music Festival have announced a J$1,000 discount on General Admission tickets for public sector workers, reducing the ticket price from J$7,000 to J$6,000.
Gov’t Senator Proposes Museum and Statue to Honour Jimmy Cliff’s Legacy
Government Senator, Charles Sinclair, has proposed that the former home of late musical icon, James “Jimmy Cliff” Chambers, be transformed into a museum to honour the reggae legend’s life and global contributions.
Drake Tops 2025 RIAA Charts, ‘Nokia’ Hits Double Platinum
Drake dominated the RIAA’s 2025 year-end report, earning eight new certifications, the most of any artist this year.
Austria Bans Headscarves for Girls Under 14 in Schools
Austria has passed a law banning headscarves in schools for girls under 14, citing gender equality and protection from oppression.
Disney Teams Up with OpenAI to Bring Characters to ChatGPT & Sora
Disney is investing $1 billion in OpenAI, allowing fans to create images and videos of over 200 characters from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, and Star Wars in ChatGPT and Sora.
Khloe Kardashian Slides Into the DMs of a Schoolteacher
Khloé Kardashian is shooting her shot at a single schoolteacher looking for a date on TikTok.
Valiant Jumps on DJ Mac’s WYFL Riddim with Oh When
Rising producer DJ Mac’s WYFL Riddim has already been heating up airwaves with new artiste Skippa’s track of the same name, now, Valiant has entered the chat with Oh When.
Rvssian’s New Recovery Riddim Debuts with Spice’s Pon The Tip
Celebrity music producer Rvssian is closing out 2025 with the Recovery Riddim, set to become his latest star-studded project. Opening the track is Queen of the dancehall, Spice.