#  @wcchen Wayne Chen Wayne Chen posts on X about jamaica, gold, london, silver the most. They currently have [------] followers and [---] posts still getting attention that total [------] engagements in the last [--] hours. ### Engagements: [------] [#](/creator/twitter::33197298/interactions)  - [--] Week [------] -44% - [--] Month [-------] +88% - [--] Months [---------] -24% - [--] Year [---------] -6.70% ### Mentions: [--] [#](/creator/twitter::33197298/posts_active)  - [--] Week [--] -30% - [--] Month [---] -48% - [--] Months [---] +97% - [--] Year [-----] -6% ### Followers: [------] [#](/creator/twitter::33197298/followers)  - [--] Week [------] +0.09% - [--] Month [------] +0.49% - [--] Months [------] +3.10% - [--] Year [------] +6.50% ### CreatorRank: [-------] [#](/creator/twitter::33197298/influencer_rank)  ### Social Influence **Social category influence** [countries](/list/countries) 71.76% [travel destinations](/list/travel-destinations) 17.06% [finance](/list/finance) 8.82% [musicians](/list/musicians) 1.76% [celebrities](/list/celebrities) 1.76% [mlb](/list/mlb) 0.59% [premier league](/list/premier-league) 0.59% [mls](/list/mls) 0.59% [nfl](/list/nfl) 0.59% [technology brands](/list/technology-brands) 0.59% **Social topic influence** [jamaica](/topic/jamaica) #163, [gold](/topic/gold) 5.29%, [london](/topic/london) 4.71%, [silver](/topic/silver) #3229, [university of](/topic/university-of) 2.35%, [bob](/topic/bob) #2803, [icon](/topic/icon) #1983, [canada](/topic/canada) #3754, [countries](/topic/countries) #894, [haiti](/topic/haiti) 2.35% **Top accounts mentioned or mentioned by** [@jvmonte2](/creator/undefined) [@cutlassmagazine](/creator/undefined) [@jeffreybloomer](/creator/undefined) [@jamaicagleaner](/creator/undefined) [@mmforeign](/creator/undefined) [@ronbabylon](/creator/undefined) [@hughfit2014](/creator/undefined) [@masterkc5](/creator/undefined) [@taychin](/creator/undefined) [@gunnerbeeks](/creator/undefined) [@kapillantigua](/creator/undefined) [@athleticsfansa1](/creator/undefined) [@winsomehudson1](/creator/undefined) [@hardline2021](/creator/undefined) [@mbempower](/creator/undefined) [@tonyoconnor52](/creator/undefined) [@greyjomo83605](/creator/undefined) [@hunter1_lj](/creator/undefined) [@connectviewtv](/creator/undefined) [@realdondonovan](/creator/undefined) ### Top Social Posts Top posts by engagements in the last [--] hours "Gail O'Neill(6 Feb [----] [--] Oct 2023) American fashion model television journalist born [--] years ago today to #Jamaican parents in Westchester County NY. #Jamaica #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gail_O'Neill https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gail_O'Neill" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2019654118285938763) 2026-02-06T06:07Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements "Charles Theodore Chili Davis Legendary baseball player born [--] years ago today on [--] Jan [----] in #Kingston. First #Jamaican-born player in Major League Baseball; San Francisco Giants (198187) California Angels (198890 199396) Minnesota Twins (199192) Kansas City Royals (1997) New York Yankees (199899). 19-year career; .274 hitter; [---] home runs; [----] RBI in [----] games. 3X World Series Champion (1991 [----] 1999) 3X All-Star (1984 [----] 1994) on San Francisco Giants Wall of Fame. #Jamaica #Caribbean" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2012444868623171670) 2026-01-17T08:40Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements "Peta-Gaye Dowdie #Jamaican sprinter born [--] years ago today on [--] Jan [----]. St. Jago High Louisiana State alumna. Won World Champs 4x100 Bronze [----] Seville Commonwealth Games 4x100 Gold [----] Melbourne Pan American Games 4x100 Gold [----] Rio de Janeiro. Two-time National 100m Champion. #Caribbean #Jamaica https://worldathletics.org/./peta-gaye-dowdie-14285657 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2012818296345698503 https://worldathletics.org/./peta-gaye-dowdie-14285657 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2012818296345698503" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2012818296345698503) 2026-01-18T09:24Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements "W. Arthur Lewis Nobel prize winning economist born [---] years ago today on [--] Jan [----] in Castries Saint Lucia to school teachers. He is the first person of African origin to receive a Nobel Prize in a field other than peace. #Caribbean #SaintLucia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/W._Arthur_Lewis https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/W._Arthur_Lewis" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2014628082104102931) 2026-01-23T09:15Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements "Alfred Herbert DaCosta #Jamaican solicitor businessman and farmer born [---] years ago today on [--] Jan [----] in #Kingston. Credited with sparking the birth of #Jamaicas bauxite-alumina industry. Sent soil samples from his farm in Lydford St. Ann overseas for testing 1938-42 when crops fared poorly. Geologists had noted the red ferruginous earth since the 19th century without recognising its significance but the rising global demand for aluminium and large deposits in an island near to the worlds largest economy led to a boom. After the first shipment of bauxite from Jamaica in [----] production" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2014628588306247991) 2026-01-23T09:17Z 67.6K followers, [---] engagements "Rebekah Robinson #Jamaican netball player born [--] years ago today on [--] Jan [----]. Won Commonwealth Games Bronze [----] Gold Coast Silver [----] Birmingham; World Cup Bronze [----] Cape Town. #Jamaica #SunshineGirls #Caribbean" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2014629465045766655) 2026-01-23T09:21Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements "Yes I've made mistakes and I've made my change There's nothing left to do So I'm giving you the best of me Romain Virgo #Jamaican singer songwriter record producer born [--] years ago today on [--] Jan [----] in Stepney St. Ann. #Jamaica #Caribbean #Reggae https://youtu.be/AqZDS1HT72I https://youtu.be/AqZDS1HT72I" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2014987194008568122) 2026-01-24T09:02Z 67.6K followers, [----] engagements "Paul Foreman (25 Jan [----] [--] Dec 2020) #Jamaican athlete born [--] years ago today in Kingston. St. Georges College and University of Illinois alumnus. Won long jump Gold [----] British Empire & Commonwealth Games; long jump finalist competing for #WestIndies Federation [----] Rome Olympics. Today's stars stand on the shoulders of giants. #Caribbean #Jamaica https://stgc.org/paul-foreman/ https://stgc.org/paul-foreman/" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2015387244962386048) 2026-01-25T11:32Z 67.7K followers, [---] engagements "Alicia Keys American singer songwriter musician philanthropist activist born Alicia Augello Cook [--] years ago today on [--] Jan [----] in NYC to Teresa Augello and #Jamaican father Craig Cook. [--] million albums sold; one of the world's best-selling music artists. #AliciaKeys #Jamaica #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alicia_Keys https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alicia_Keys" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2015391482883039649) 2026-01-25T11:49Z 67.6K followers, [----] engagements "#Jamaica was once a powerhouse in citrus production boasting high volumes and unique varieties that earned global fame. Sadly both output and diversity have sharply declined in recent decades. The main culprit is Huanglongbing (HLB) also called citrus greening disease detected around [--------]. Spread by the Asian citrus psyllid HLB severely weakens trees reduces fruit quality and yield and often kills them leading to up to 60% drop in citrus tree populations. Combined with other issues like citrus tristeza virus pests recurring hurricanes/tropical storms (e.g. accelerating disease spread)" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2015504865498157495) 2026-01-25T19:19Z 67.6K followers, [----] engagements "Vessel offshore #Jamaica to test billion-barrel oil prospect this week. #Caribbean via @jamaicagleaner https://jamaica-gleaner.com/article/business/20260125/vessel-offshore-jamaica-test-billion-barrel-oil-prospect-week https://jamaica-gleaner.com/article/business/20260125/vessel-offshore-jamaica-test-billion-barrel-oil-prospect-week" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2015621916959166781) 2026-01-26T03:04Z 67.7K followers, 79.9K engagements "Clement Sir Coxsone' Dodd (26 Jan [----] [--] May 2004) Legendary #Jamaican record producer born [--] years ago today in #Kingston. [----] opened Studio One; #Jamaica's first Black-owned recording studio. His historic studio should be one of several museums honouring Jamaica's musical legacy. #StudioOne #Caribbean #Reggae Photos: David Corio/Peter Simon. https://www.theguardian.com/news/2004/may/06/guardianobituaries.artsobituariesfbclid=IwY2xjawIC999leHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHRzDJqj6PEPihULiJcCKbovD-Y4J3gIWyO3kBAfdObed9lxEndS-GN299w_aem_GACM05DBQ_kZKl_uRWf7xQ" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2015731198937428243) 2026-01-26T10:19Z 67.6K followers, [----] engagements "Jamaica's Oil and Gas Future: A High-Stakes Gamble in Deep Waters 1/3 KINGSTON #Jamaica Off the southern coast of this sun-drenched island nation in the vast expanse of the Walton-Morant Basin a small British exploration company is quietly pursuing what could become one of the Caribbean's most consequential energy stories in decades. United Oil & Gas Plc a modest London-listed firm holds [---] percent of a 22400-square-kilometer offshore license where independent assessments point to unrisked mean prospective resources of more than [--] billion barrels of oil equivalent a figure that if even" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2015951128186306601) 2026-01-27T00:52Z 67.6K followers, 20.3K engagements "Why Baby baby why oh why Why did you leave me for another guy Keble Drummond #Jamaican singer and songwriter born [--] years ago today on [--] Jan [----]. Best known as founder and lead vocalist of #RockSteady trio The Cables. #Jamaica #Caribbean #Reggae https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Cables https://youtu.be/Eg0WAq0O04E https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Cables https://youtu.be/Eg0WAq0O04E" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2016468028670529567) 2026-01-28T11:06Z 67.7K followers, [---] engagements "Raheem Sterling has left Chelsea by mutual consent; agreement to end contract early. 31-year-old #Jamaican had [--] months remaining on 325000aweek deal. #Jamaica #Caribbean https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/articles/cm2yp21zjzqo https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/articles/cm2yp21zjzqo" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2016596537103499301) 2026-01-28T19:37Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements "Each is given a bag of tools A shapeless mass and the Book of Rules Leroy Sibbles #Jamaican singer musician songwriter born [--] years ago today on [--] Jan [----] in #Kingston. Founding member of legendary vocal trio The Heptones. #reggae #Jamaica #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Heptones https://youtu.be/8z9h2nO5SIo https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Heptones https://youtu.be/8z9h2nO5SIo" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2016807050567680095) 2026-01-29T09:34Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements "Andy Roberts #Antigua and #WestIndies cricketer born [--] years ago today on [--] Jan [----] in Urlings Village #AntiguaandBarbuda. Member of legendary battery of West Indian fast bowlers that shot us to the top of world cricket in 1970s-80s. #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Andy_Roberts_(cricketer) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Andy_Roberts_(cricketer)" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2016807421780394074) 2026-01-29T09:35Z 67.7K followers, [---] engagements "@JVMonte2 Bob Marley & The Wailers: Catch a Fire (1973) Burnin' (1973) Natty Dread (1974) Rastaman Vibration (1976) Exodus (1977) Kaya (1978) Survival (1979) Uprising (1980)" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2016989639739883696) 2026-01-29T21:39Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements "Jonielle Smith #Jamaican sprinter born [--] years ago today on [--] Jan [----] in #Kingston. Wolmers Girls and Auburn University alumna. Won Central American and Caribbean Games 100m 4x100m Golds [----] Barranquilla; World Championships 4x100m Gold [----] Doha Silver [----] Tokyo. #Jamaica #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jonielle_Smith https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jonielle_Smith" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2017222589161116126) 2026-01-30T13:05Z 67.6K followers, [----] engagements "Life is not a spectator sport. If you're going to spend your whole life in the grandstand just watching what goes on in my opinion you're wasting your life. Jackie Robinson (31 Jan [----] [--] Oct 1972) Legendary American baseball player and Civil Rights Icon born [---] years ago today. #JackieRobinson https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jackie_Robinson https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jackie_Robinson" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2017529630983422290) 2026-01-31T09:25Z 67.7K followers, [---] engagements "Khadija "Bunny" Shaw Greatest-ever #Jamaican footballer born [--] years ago today on [--] Jan [----] in Spanish Town. One of worlds best strikers. #Jamaica's all-time top goalscorer for women & men (60 goals/45 games); CONCACAF Player of the Year 2022; PFA Women's Players' Player of the Year 202324; FWA Women's Footballer of the Year 202324; Women's Football Awards Player of the Year 2024; Manchester City's all-time top goalscorer; record for most hat tricks in the WSL; Top scorer France Division [--] Fminine 2020-21. #BunnyShaw #Jamaica #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Khadija_Shaw" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2017533080928432559) 2026-01-31T09:39Z 67.7K followers, 27.5K engagements "Dennis Brown (1 Feb [----] [--] Jul 1999) Legendary #Jamaican singer songwriter born [--] years ago today in #Kingston. Recorded first hit "No Man Is an Island for Coxsone Dodd aged only 12; #BobMarley dubbed him "Crown Prince of Reggae"; one of the finest voices in any musical genre. #reggae #Jamaica #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dennis_Brown https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dennis_Brown" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2017917959155417139) 2026-02-01T11:08Z 67.7K followers, 15K engagements "Marva Bernard #Jamaican sports administrator born xx years ago today on February 1st. Served as Netball Jamaica president [----] to 2015; instrumental in advancing the development of netball in #Jamaica. #SunshineGirls #Caribbean https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2024/12/15/netball-house-renamed-honour-marva-bernard/ https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2024/12/15/netball-house-renamed-honour-marva-bernard/" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2017920181884878946) 2026-02-01T11:17Z 67.7K followers, [---] engagements "Christopher Browne. #Jamaican filmmaker born [--] years ago today on [--] Feb [----]. DeCarteret College alumnus. Director Third World Cop (1999); Ghetta Life (2011). #Jamaica #Caribbean https://www.caribbean-beat.com/issue-111/chris-browne-third-world-filmmaker https://www.caribbean-beat.com/issue-111/chris-browne-third-world-filmmaker" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2017920766591869315) 2026-02-01T11:19Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements "Toni-Ann Singh #Jamaican beauty queen model singer born [--] years ago today on [--] Feb [----] in Morant Bay. Crowned Miss World 2019; fourth Jamaican to win title; longest reign in history of the pageant. #Jamaica #MissWorld #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toni-Ann_Singh https://youtu.be/nCkqzLNE9W8 https://youtu.be/nCkqzLNE9W8 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toni-Ann_Singh https://youtu.be/nCkqzLNE9W8 https://youtu.be/nCkqzLNE9W8" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2017921190669516936) 2026-02-01T11:21Z 67.7K followers, 10.3K engagements "DENNIS BROWN PLAYLIST: [--] SONGS No Man Is an Island (1970) If I Follow My Heart (1971) Money in My Pocket (1972)(1979) Things in Life (1972) Silhouettes (1973) Westbound Train (1974) Cassandra (1974) No More Will I Roam (1974) Africa (We Want To Go) (1975) Wolf and Leopards (1977) Here I Come (1977) (1984) Created By The Father (1977) Milk and Honey (1977) How Could I Leave (1977) Stay At Home (Ghetto Girl) (1978) Sitting and Watching (1979) Should I (1979) Aint That Loving You (1979) I Dont Want To Be No General (1980) Let Me Love You (All Night Long) (1980) Have You Ever Been In Love (1981)" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2018152025087787506) 2026-02-02T02:38Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements "Ravel Morrison #Jamaica footballer born [--] years ago today on [--] Feb [----] in Wythenshawe Manchester England. [--] caps [--] goals for #ReggaeBoyz. Played for Manchester United West Ham Birmingham City Queens Park Rangers Derby County DC United Precision Arabian Falcons. #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ravel_Morrison https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ravel_Morrison" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2018256164106981570) 2026-02-02T09:32Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements "#Jamaican classical musician and composer Gavin Chuck won a Grammy last night. #Jamaica is not just #Reggae. #Caribbean https://youtu.be/N1MkSDQUVY4si=drP1-axyjTCaT0wt https://youtu.be/N1MkSDQUVY4si=drP1-axyjTCaT0wt" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2018303502666080750) 2026-02-02T12:40Z 67.6K followers, [----] engagements "I want to see a #Jamaica that will be able to throw up a young generation of Black people who will find a place in this society. I want for them never to feel less than good or less than equal in a society like thiswe cannot allow the next generation to grow up with the same doubt and lack of self-confidence. Rex Nettleford (3 Feb [----] - [--] Feb 2010) #Jamaican scholar social critic choreographer born [--] years ago today in Bunkers Hill Trelawny. #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rex_Nettleford https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rex_Nettleford" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2018608963487470075) 2026-02-03T08:54Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements "@cutlassmagazine Gavin Chuck classical musician and composer born and raised in Jamaica" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2018763419915288886) 2026-02-03T19:08Z 67.7K followers, 53.7K engagements "@mmforeign @cutlassmagazine Explain. His parents were born and raised in Jamaica also" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2018783810075451455) 2026-02-03T20:29Z 67.6K followers, [----] engagements "You must never be fearful about what you are doing when it is right. Rosa Parks (4 Feb [----] - [--] Oct 2005) American Civil Rights icon; activist for racial equality best known for pivotal role in Montgomery Alabama bus boycott born [---] years ago today. #RosaParks https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rosa_Parks https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rosa_Parks" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2018979652828618905) 2026-02-04T09:27Z 67.7K followers, [---] engagements "Gimme little bass Mek mi wine up mi waist Uptown top ranking [--] years ago today on [--] Feb [----] Uptown Top Ranking by #Jamaican teenagers [--] y-o Althea Forrest and [--] y-o Donna Reid topped UK Singles Chart. Based on Alton Ellis's Im Still in Love. #Reggae #Jamaica #Caribbean https://youtu.be/joh37lrvf-s https://youtu.be/joh37lrvf-s" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2018979944546611407) 2026-02-04T09:28Z 67.6K followers, [----] engagements "47 years ago today on [--] Feb [----] Claudie Massop Tivoli Gardens strongman and signatory to the [----] Peace Treaty was shot to death after his vehicle was stopped by police; with Lloyd Frazer and Alphonso Tinson. His body had over [--] bullet wounds including under the arms. He was [--] years old. #Jamaica #BobMarley #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Claude_Massop https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Claude_Massop" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2018980481782501632) 2026-02-04T09:30Z 67.6K followers, [----] engagements "Claudie Massop and #BobMarley were longstanding friends from Trench Town. Seeing them on stage in London in 'Get Up Stand Up' getting Hollywood treatment on screen in 'One Love' (played by Brian Todd Boucher/Ras Ajai) shows how #Jamaican stories evolve; people and events our history transform into legend and myth. #Reggae #Jamaica #Caribbean https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2018981126019150246 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2018981126019150246" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2018981126019150246) 2026-02-04T09:33Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements "141 years ago today on [--] Feb [----] Belgian King Leopold II established the ironically named Congo Free State" by seizing one million square miles of Africa and the people on it as his personal possession. It was ostensibly a humanitarian mission but really about exploiting natural rubber minerals and other resources. Forced labour coerced by threats torture and murder and famine and disease caused by the disruption to normal life resulted in the deaths of [--] million Africans. #KingLeopold https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2019360602964058435 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2019360602964058435" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2019360602964058435) 2026-02-05T10:41Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements "Fazer British rapper singer songwriter record producer DJ born Richard Rawson [--] years ago today on [--] Feb [----] to #Jamaican mother English father in London. Member of hip hop trio N-Dubz with Tula Paulinea 'Tulisa' Contostavlos and Costadinos 'Dappy' Contostavlos; three platinum albums five MOBO awards. #Jamaica #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/N-Dubz https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/N-Dubz" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2019365619552948641) 2026-02-05T11:00Z 67.7K followers, [---] engagements "Syreeta Bromfield #Jamaican basketball player born [--] years ago today on [--] Feb [----] in #Kingston. Tallahassee Community College Michigan State University alumna; [----] Detroit Shock; 28th overall pick WNBA draft; [----] led #Jamaica to winning #Caribbean Championship. [----] first US Coast Guard member to be inducted into the Military Basketball Association Hall of Fame for her time as a member of the All Armed Forces and All-Navy Team. #Caribbean https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2019366299114107274 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2019366299114107274" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2019366299114107274) 2026-02-05T11:03Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements "Marlon Samuels record-setting #Jamaica and #WestIndies cricketer born [--] years ago today on [--] Feb [----] in #Kingston. First man awarded two Player of Final in ICC World T20; highest ever ODI partnership (372 runs with Chris Gayle); shares record for highest individual score in an ICC World T20 final (85). Lest we forget. #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marlon_Samuels https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marlon_Samuels" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2019366890410262809) 2026-02-05T11:05Z 67.6K followers, [---] engagements "Barbara Gloudon (5 Feb [----] - [--] May 2022) Legendary#Jamaicanjournalist author playwright born [--] years ago today in Malvern St. Elizabeth. #Jamaica #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barbara_Gloudon https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barbara_Gloudon https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barbara_Gloudon https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barbara_Gloudon" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2019368151650124284) 2026-02-05T11:11Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements "@jeffreybloomer @JVMonte2 I forgot David Bowie - Hunky Dory/ Ziggy Stardust" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2019562523251601861) 2026-02-06T00:03Z 67.7K followers, [--] engagements "Derrick Harriott #Jamaican singer songwriter record producer born [--] years ago today on [--] Feb [----] in #Kingston. Founding member of The Jiving Juniors with Herman Sang Eugene Dwyer Maurice Wynter; string of hits early 1960s before successful solo career. #Reggae #Jamaica https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Derrick_Harriottfbclid=IwY2xjawIRI_tleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHVMO0RAeg087JnTOAb120hdcK9gLFB82rN_eSloYSrNO_9EGUw_0orntPg_aem_IMMZynphOZqSy-cGstRdvA" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2019648873845727522) 2026-02-06T05:46Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements "William Alexander Anthony 'Bunny Rugs' Clarke (6 Feb [----] [--] Feb 2014) born [--] years ago today in Mandeville. Best known as lead singer of legendary #Jamaican band Third World. Career began mid-1960s; member of Inner Circle; half of duo Bunny & Ricky. #Reggae #Jamaica #BunnyRugs https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bunny_Rugs https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bunny_Rugs" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2019649355280433182) 2026-02-06T05:48Z 67.7K followers, [---] engagements "#Jamaican bobsled: Come a long way since [----] Hollywood beginnings - [----] team genuine standout in the sliding world. A beacon for other warmer nations including Brazil #TrinidadandTobago #Jamaica #Caribbean https://www.si.com/winter-olympics/dont-call-them-cool-runnings-jamaican-bobsled-milan-cortina https://www.si.com/winter-olympics/dont-call-them-cool-runnings-jamaican-bobsled-milan-cortina" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2019890111681290701) 2026-02-06T21:45Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements "The whole town talking 'bout You and your new guy You're flying high now In your single world But you're gonna need me Errol Dunkley #Jamaican singer and songwriter born [--] years ago today on [--] Feb [----] in #Kingston. #Reggae % #Jamaica #Caribbean https://www.reggae-vibes.com/articles/2020/12/interview-with-errol-dunkley/ https://youtu.be/Hbft7BckstUsi=GFRHAS8xn3tKMpAo https://youtu.be/Hbft7BckstUsi=GFRHAS8xn3tKMpAo https://www.reggae-vibes.com/articles/2020/12/interview-with-errol-dunkley/ https://youtu.be/Hbft7BckstUsi=GFRHAS8xn3tKMpAo https://youtu.be/Hbft7BckstUsi=GFRHAS8xn3tKMpAo" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2020098851969855805) 2026-02-07T11:34Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements "Sir Patrick Linton Allen ON GCMG CD KStJ 6th Governor-General of #Jamaica; Head of State; representative of British King born [--] years ago today on [--] Feb [----] in #Kingston. Childhood in Fruitful Vale Portland; teacher Seventh-day Adventist pastor and leader. Became G.G. [--] Feb [----]. #PatrickAllen #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Patrick_Allen_(governor-general)fbclid=IwY2xjawISr9hleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHX8CKeo6Y8bYR_vaK5zW7xGV8b2fOUF4erVOR1bZz03m4Tu6QRohw7nGXA_aem_luj1YDXnAS5_oqM1BZAi9Q" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2020099432763580832) 2026-02-07T11:36Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements "Laken Tomlinson #Jamaican #NFL player born [--] years ago today on [--] Feb [----] in Savanna-La-Mar. Moved to Chicago aged 11; offensive guard for NY Jets; college football at Duke where he was ACC Athlete of the Year 2015; drafted by Detroit Lions in first round of [----] NFL Draft. #Jamaica #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Laken_Tomlinson https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Laken_Tomlinson" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2020785129086390364) 2026-02-09T09:01Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements "Bad Bunnys Super Bowl LX Halftime Show: #Carribean #Jamaica #BadBunny https://youtu.be/G6FuWd4wNd8si=aUzgpEvDbN1Y9pQz https://youtu.be/G6FuWd4wNd8si=aUzgpEvDbN1Y9pQz" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2020792783011819521) 2026-02-09T09:31Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements "Robert Nesta Bob Marley (6 Feb [----] [--] May 1981) Legendary #Jamaican singer songwriter musician activist born [--] years ago today in Nine Mile St. Ann. Global icon for Jamaican music and Rastafari his popularity continues to grow. #BobMarley #Reggae #Jamaica https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bob_Marley https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bob_Marley" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2019647141052870819) 2026-02-06T05:39Z 67.7K followers, 10.1K engagements "NYC [--] May [----] #Jamaican sculptor Christopher Gonzalez examines his statue of #BobMarley. Sparked public outrage when unveiled in #Kingston; replaced by Alvin Marriotts more lifelike work (left). Since then statues of #Jamaicas legendary musical icon have been erected worldwide from Addis Ababa to Liverpool. #Reggae #Caribbean https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2020098275404099700 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2020098275404099700" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2020098275404099700) 2026-02-07T11:32Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements "This sounds called the three-piece suit and thing So love is all I bring Trinity (10 Feb [----] - [--] Apr 2021) Legendary #Jamaican deejay record producer born Wade Junior Brammer [--] years ago today in Kingston. Alpha Boys alumnus. #Reggae #Dancehall #Jamaica #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trinity_(musician) https://youtu.be/HT2IGFimif4 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trinity_(musician) https://youtu.be/HT2IGFimif4" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2021165756268896327) 2026-02-10T10:14Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements "The truth always arrive too late because it walks slower than lies. Maryse Cond (11 Feb [----] - [--] Apr 2024) French novelist critic playwright born [--] years ago today in Pointe--Pitre Guadeloupe. Her novels explore the African diaspora that resulted from slavery and colonialism in the #Caribbean. #MaryseCond https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maryse_Cond https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maryse_Cond" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2021536694130876797) 2026-02-11T10:48Z 67.7K followers, [---] engagements "Jahmarie Jamone Jaheem were #Jamaicas goalscorers - reminder of how weve bequeathed #Jah to generations of boys. #Jamaica #GuidanceandBlessing FULL TIME 🫡 Jamaica [--] [--] Canada World Cup Here we come Big shift from the U17 Boyz ⚡ Jahmarie Nolan 37' Jamone Lyle 53' Jaheem bennett 90+3' https://t.co/09mSUbuI6H FULL TIME 🫡 Jamaica [--] [--] Canada World Cup Here we come Big shift from the U17 Boyz ⚡ Jahmarie Nolan 37' Jamone Lyle 53' Jaheem bennett 90+3' https://t.co/09mSUbuI6H" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2021752955897004178) 2026-02-12T01:07Z 67.7K followers, [---] engagements "#Jamaican designer Rachel Scott new creative director of NYC based womenswear & accessories brand Proenza Schouler. CFDA Award-winning designer behind Diotima. #Jamaica #Caribbean https://www.harpersbazaar.com/fashion/a65952417/rachel-scott-diotima-creative-director-proenza-schouler/ https://www.harpersbazaar.com/fashion/a65952417/rachel-scott-diotima-creative-director-proenza-schouler/" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1980796725200577005) 2025-10-22T00:41Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements "Cyrille Regis (9 Feb [----] [--] Jan 2018) groundbreaking English footballer born [--] years ago today in Maripasoula French Guiana to Robert Regis labourer from #SaintLucia and Mathilde Regis seamstress. [--] year career; [---] league appearances; [---] goals. Late 70s with Laurie Cunningham Brendon Batson (The Three Degrees after US R&B group) at West Bromwich Albion; first top English club to consistently feature three Black players. Endured racist abuse skeptical press but paved way for all who came after. #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cyrille_Regis" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2020782852024021413) 2026-02-09T08:52Z 67.7K followers, [---] engagements "Nicole Dixon-Rochester #Jamaican netball player born [--] years ago today on [--] Feb [----]. Won Commonwealth Silver [----] Birmingham; Bronze [----] Gold Coast. #SunshineGirls #Jamaica #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nicole_Dixon https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nicole_Dixon" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2018611221478481922) 2026-02-03T09:03Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements "Bob Marley: [--] love songs It Hurts To Be Alone (1965) Nice Time (1967) Stir It Up (1973) Baby We've Got a Date (Rock It Baby) (1973) No Woman No Cry (Live 1975) Waiting In Vain (1977) Turn Your Lights Down Low (1977) Is This Love (1978) Satisfy My Soul (1978) Bobs softer side. When Kaya came out in [----] celebrated US critic Lester Bangs famously called it Weakheart reggae. Is No Woman No Cry a love song in the traditional romantic sense Perhaps not but I believe its a profound expression of love to his wife and one of the greatestlove songs in any genre. #BobMarley #Jamaica #Reggae #Caribbean" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2020882057992221001) 2026-02-09T15:26Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements "Shanieka Ricketts #Jamaican athlete born [--] years ago today on [--] Feb [----] in St. Thomas. Vere Technical San Diego State U alumna. Consistently among worlds best triple jumpers. Won Olympic triple jump Silver [----] Paris; World Championships Silvers [----] Doha [----] Eugene; Commonwealth Gold [----] Birmingham Silver [----] Gold Coast; PanAm Silver [----] Lima. #Jamaica #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shanieka_Ricketts https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shanieka_Ricketts" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2018254118003835051) 2026-02-02T09:24Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements "Earl Chin #Jamaican Radio and TV Producer born [--] years ago today on [--] Feb [----] in Port Antonio. [----] founded Americas first all-reggae television programme ROCKERS TV (UHF Channel 68) in New York City; launched with a Gregory Isaacs interview. #Reggae #Jamaica #Caribbean" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2018610758456668363) 2026-02-03T09:01Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements "#Jamaica at Winter Olympics 2026: Won eight gold medals across all sleds in North American Cup which sits beneathtop-level World Cup. Tally biggest ever but acceptance of Jamaicas success not universal. We want people to show us a bit more respect. #Caribbean https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2026/feb/04/jamaica-bobsleigh-crew-winter-olympics-2026 https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2026/feb/04/jamaica-bobsleigh-crew-winter-olympics-2026" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2019113578532425764) 2026-02-04T18:19Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements "The Orangeburg Massacre: [--] years ago today on [--] Feb [----] three students killed [--] injured when police fired into crowd at South Carolina State University a historically Black college. Were peacefully protesting against racial segregation at local bowling alley. https://www.sciway.net/afam/orangeburg-massacre.htmlfbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR0BQpqWIEmalmlNoSpz1tCXqWC07PXtyq7cU7Kjc-z6w1sW-S0w7UW4He8_aem_TYxPjMJvYxNevvKKt4vIfQ https://www.sciway.net/afam/orangeburg-massacre.htmlfbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR0BQpqWIEmalmlNoSpz1tCXqWC07PXtyq7cU7Kjc-z6w1sW-S0w7UW4He8_aem_TYxPjMJvYxNevvKKt4vIfQ" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2020415043129540747) 2026-02-08T08:30Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements "It is our duty to uplift the human spirit and make our own individual contributions to the furtherance of humanity. Bromley Armstrong (9 Feb [----] [--] Aug 2018) #Jamaican-Canadian civil rights leader born [---] years ago today in #Kingston. Left #Jamaica aged 19; prominent leader in struggle to end workplace discrimination in #Canada; founded several organisations. #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bromley_Armstrong https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bromley_Armstrong" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2020782287663534235) 2026-02-09T08:50Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements "Highest point #Caribbean countries. Thinking about low-lying islands climate change tsunamis rising seas existential threats. Dominican Republic: [----] metres #Haiti: [----] #Jamaica: [----] Cuba: [----] Guadeloupe: [----] #Dominica: [----] Martinique: [----] Puerto Rico: [----] #Saint VincenttheGrenadines: [----] #SaintKittsandNevis: [----] Montserrat: [----] #SaintLucia: [---] #TrinidadandTobago: [---] #Grenada: [---] #BVI: [---] #USVI: [---] Sint Marteen/ Saint Martin: [---] #AntiguaandBarbuda: [---] #Curaao: [---] #Barbados: [---] #Aruba: [---] #TheBahamas: [--] #TurksandCaicos: [--] #CaymanIslands: 43" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2021162492450263186) 2026-02-10T10:01Z 67.7K followers, 28.3K engagements "Smiley Culture (10 Feb [----] - [--] Mar 2011) British #reggae singer deejay born David Victor Emmanuel [--] years ago today in London to #Guyanese mother #Jamaican father. Known for 'fast chat' style UK hits Police Officer Cockney Translation. Died aged [--] of stab wound to his heart during police raid on his home. Inquest concluded his death was suicide. #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Smiley_Culture https://youtu.be/akGH6mxFu6Q https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Smiley_Culture https://youtu.be/akGH6mxFu6Q" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2021164575970701396) 2026-02-10T10:09Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements "Lightning rises out of my palms hits the water and the waves spit fire You are too passionate she whispers You will kill things along the way. Tanya Shirley #Jamaican Poet born [--] years ago today on [--] Feb [----] in #Kingston. #Jamaica #Caribbean from Message In A Dream" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2021165207150571890) 2026-02-10T10:11Z 67.7K followers, [---] engagements "Mallica 'Kapo' Reynolds (10 Feb [----] - [--] Feb 1989) #Jamaican painter sculptor Charismatic Revivalist Bishop born [---] years ago today in Byndloss St. Catherine. Once marginalised came to be recognised as one of #Jamaicas most important visual artists and bearers of our African retention. #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mallica_Reynoldsfbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR1IGdd_JVg_5cYYenRATlWEyW1aDVzjJpb8CG8bCmVafZ555GcdZWaYCdM_aem_YzcRb4-4hkZT0g4BhgGriQ" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2021166779360289122) 2026-02-10T10:18Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements "Sheri-Ann Brooks #Jamaican sprinter born [--] years ago today on [--] Feb [----] in #Kingston. Manchester High Florida International University alumna. Won World Champs 4x100m Silver [----] Osaka Gold [----] Moscow; Commonwealth 100m 4x100m Golds [----] Melbourne; PanAm 4x100m Gold 200m Silver [----] Rio de Janeiro. #Jamaica #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sheri-Ann_Brooks https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sheri-Ann_Brooks" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2021538714627784869) 2026-02-11T10:56Z 67.7K followers, [---] engagements "David Weller #Jamaican cyclist born [--] years ago today on [--] Feb [----]. Won Olympic [----] metres time trial Bronze Moscow [----]. First only Jamaican to win non-Track & Field Olympic medal. Deserved Gold. Third behind East German Russian; two countries with programmes subsequently discredited for systemic use of banned drugs. #Jamaica #Caribbean https://jamaicans.com/10-things-to-know-about-david-weller-the-first-jamaican-to-win-an-olympic-cycling-medal/fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR2UdlRziS_xx0w9M3QMekkuK7pXIEo2pGR_N8OFLM_hOqahd9ADV18MmTQ_aem_nUQC_Yiv3hbzJdo4QPATrg" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2021540310170435671) 2026-02-11T11:02Z 67.7K followers, [---] engagements "Kalilah Reynolds #Belizean-#Jamaican journalist influencer entrepreneur poet born Kalilah Antonette Enrquez [--] years ago today on [--] Feb [----] in Belize City. Guru of financial literacy wealth creation. Founder/CEO of Money Media. Stints at CVM TV Nationwide Radio CEEN Caribbean News. #Jamaica #Belize #Caribbean https://our.today/boss-babe-kalilah-reynolds-balancing-act/#google_vignette https://our.today/boss-babe-kalilah-reynolds-balancing-act/#google_vignette" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2021544558748746010) 2026-02-11T11:19Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements "Lots of learning in cannabis experience for #Jamaicas Policymakers re SMEs generally. Regulation/formality (onerous) must be balanced with cost of doing business. Choosing informality is (mostly) not a moral choice its existential. #Caribbean Nearly a decade after Jamaica decriminalised cannabis and set out to build a regulated industry around it companies remaining in the legal market say the industry that was envisioned export-driven cultivation-led and broadly inclusive failed to take hold forcing survivors https://t.co/55fbrw3YLx Nearly a decade after Jamaica decriminalised cannabis and" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/2021762511414947905) 2026-02-12T01:45Z 67.7K followers, [---] engagements "Means that we had Federal Elections in [----] to elect [--] representatives. Jamaica (17 seats with 45% of overall population 38% of seats) and Trinidad & Tobago (10 seats with 24% of overall population 24% of seats) had constituencies. The other countries had lists: Barbados (5) etc" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1969725646700982383) 2025-09-21T11:29Z 66K followers, [--] engagements "#Botswana (population [---] million) just won another Gold medal - 4x400m Mens Relay. Likkle but dem tallawah#WorldAthleticsChamps" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1969727043970494734) 2025-09-21T11:34Z 66.1K followers, [----] engagements "#Jamaica wins Womens 4x400m Silver" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1969729048222781524) 2025-09-21T11:42Z 66K followers, [----] engagements "The West Indies Federation established in [----] comprised the following [--] territories (listed here as provinces with Cayman Islands and Turks and Caicos Islands attached to Jamaica). Population figures below are [----] estimates: Antigua: [-----] Barbados: [------] Dominica: [-----] Grenada: [-----] #Jamaica (excluding attachments): [-------] Montserrat: [-----] Saint Christopher-Nevis-Anguilla: [-----] Saint Lucia: [-----] Saint Vincent and the Grenadines: [-----] Trinidad and Tobago: [------] Attached to Jamaica: Cayman Islands: [----] Turks and Caicos Islands: [----] The total population across all areas was" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1969732621333561639) 2025-09-21T11:57Z 66.1K followers, [---] engagements "#Jamaica wins Silver in Womens 4x100m Relays. Shelly-Ann to Tia to Tina. to Jonielle Boom #WorldAthleticsChampionships" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1969735622014239181) 2025-09-21T12:09Z 66K followers, [----] engagements "I am not African because I was born in Africa but because Africa was born in me. Kwame Nkrumah (21 Sep [----] [--] Apr 1972) Ghanaian Statesman born [---] years ago today. Ghana's first Prime Minister and President; founding member Organisation of African Unity. #KwameNkrumah https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kwame_Nkrumah https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kwame_Nkrumah" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1969744342773354718) 2025-09-21T12:43Z 66K followers, [---] engagements "Alaine Laughton #Jamaican singer-songwriter born [--] years ago today on [--] Sep [----] in New Jersey. Moved to #Jamaica aged 3; appeared in [----] movie Claras heart starring Whoopi Goldberg; had first hit No Ordinary Love [----]. #Reggae #Alaine https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alaine_Laughton https://www.youtube.com/watchv=O9Lofmpuj94&feature=youtu.be https://www.youtube.com/watchv=O9Lofmpuj94&feature=youtu.be https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alaine_Laughton https://www.youtube.com/watchv=O9Lofmpuj94&feature=youtu.be https://www.youtube.com/watchv=O9Lofmpuj94&feature=youtu.be" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1969753979002470417) 2025-09-21T13:21Z 66.1K followers, [----] engagements "Storm Saulter#Jamaicanfilmmaker visual artist and writer born [--] years ago today on [--] Sep [----] in Negril. Sprinter (2018) won Best Director Audience Award Grand Jury Prize at American Black Film Festival; Jury Prize at Pan African Film Festival. #Jamaica #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Storm_Saulter https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Storm_Saulter" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1969755657227178372) 2025-09-21T13:28Z 66K followers, [----] engagements "Elaine Davis #Jamaican netball player born [--] years ago today on [--] Sep [----]. Glenmuir High University of Technology alumna. Won Commonwealth Bronze [----] Manchester; World Netball Championships Bronzes [----] Kingston [----] Auckland. #Jamaica #SunshineGirls https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elaine_Davis_(netball) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elaine_Davis_(netball)" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1969756946623320254) 2025-09-21T13:33Z 66K followers, [----] engagements "Chris Gayle Legendary #Jamaica and #WestIndies cricketer born [--] years ago today on [--] Sep [----] in #Kingston. Universe Boss. Greatest Twenty20 batsman in the history of Cricket. #Caribbean #Windies #ChrisGayle https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chris_Gayle https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chris_Gayle https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chris_Gayle https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chris_Gayle" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1969758940377604248) 2025-09-21T13:41Z 66.2K followers, [----] engagements "#Jamaican USD sovereign bonds trading at lower interest rate yields than US Treasuries which are a global benchmark. Historic endorsement of #Jamaicas economic management. Those in our financial sector who trade Jamaicas USD sovereign bonds will immediately grasp the significance of the report from US investment firm Jefferies that Jamaicas [----] bonds traded [--] basis points through US Treasuries https://t.co/cUGMPSn9N4 Those in our financial sector who trade Jamaicas USD sovereign bonds will immediately grasp the significance of the report from US investment firm Jefferies that Jamaicas 2028" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1969855727171691002) 2025-09-21T20:06Z 66K followers, [----] engagements "King Sunny Ad Legendary#Nigeriansinger songwriter musician born Sunday Adeniyi Adegeye [--] years ago today on [--] Sep [----]. A master of jj; one of first African musicians to gain international success; one of most influential musicians of all time. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/King_Sunny_Ad https://youtu.be/7fIzasVGSck https://youtu.be/7fIzasVGSck https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/King_Sunny_Ad https://youtu.be/7fIzasVGSck https://youtu.be/7fIzasVGSck" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1970081575875342647) 2025-09-22T11:03Z 66K followers, [----] engagements "Leslie Junior Tucker #Jamaican singer born [--] years ago today on [--] Sep [----] in Trenchtown. #Kingston College alumnus. Child prodigy; Look Into Your Heart topped Jamaican Charts when he was 11; dubbed #Jamaicas Michael Jackson. Now a successful gospel singer. #Reggae #JuniorTucker https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Junior_Tucker https://youtu.be/g1XbvbHpyXg https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Junior_Tucker https://youtu.be/g1XbvbHpyXg" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1970385595944796507) 2025-09-23T07:11Z 66.1K followers, [----] engagements "Phil Edwards(23 Sep [----] [--] Sep 1971) #Guyanese-Canadian Olympic athlete army officer medical doctor born [---] years ago today in #Georgetown #BritishGuiana to #Barbadian father #Trinidadian mother. "Man of Bronze" - Canada's most-decorated Olympian for many years. First-ever winner of Lou Marsh Trophy as Canada's top athlete. #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phil_Edwards_(runner) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phil_Edwards_(runner)" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1970394576113262688) 2025-09-23T07:47Z 66.1K followers, [---] engagements "27 years ago today on [--] Sep [----] violent protests against arrest of Matthews Lane area don Donald Zeeks Phipps. Hundreds barricaded Central Police Station. NO ZEEKS NO PEACE. Eventually Zeeks was brought to a balcony; told supporters Cool it. Policemen wept openly.#Kingston #Jamaica #Caribbean" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1970406081202397591) 2025-09-23T08:33Z 66K followers, 12.6K engagements "I have no speech to make. You have made the speech for the progressive forces.you have made the speech with no notice.no plans or preparations. But next time next time next time." [--] years ago today#Jamaicas Prime Minister Michael Manley addressed a large group of angry protesters against The Gleaner which had been critical of his Government. #Caribbean" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1970759335958454376) 2025-09-24T07:56Z 66K followers, [----] engagements "Jan Carew (24 Sep [----] [--] Dec 2012) Legendary Caribbean writer and intellectual born [---] years ago today in Agricola British Guiana. #Guyana #Caribbean https://www.theguardian.com/books/2012/dec/21/jan-carew https://www.theguardian.com/books/2012/dec/21/jan-carew https://www.theguardian.com/books/2012/dec/21/jan-carew https://www.theguardian.com/books/2012/dec/21/jan-carew" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1970761780482752701) 2025-09-24T08:06Z 66K followers, [---] engagements "#Kingston 11:10am. Campion College Robotics Team. Artificial Intelligence is a huge opportunity for #Jamaica #Caribbean Properly implemented deployed can augment jobs processes - give us a quantum leap forward in productivity prosperity" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1970885233924071695) 2025-09-24T16:17Z 66K followers, [----] engagements "#Bermuda Lena Headey" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1970982293343961287) 2025-09-24T22:42Z 66K followers, [---] engagements "Ricardo Bibi Gardner Legendary #Jamaican footballer born [--] years ago today on [--] Sep [----] in #Kingston. [---] caps and captained #ReggaeBoyz; [----] World Cup; four CONCACAF Gold Cups. [--] years Bolton Wanderers; once held record for most EPL appearances by non-UK outfield player. #Jamaica #RicardoGardner https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ricardo_Gardner https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ricardo_Gardner" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1971146987534950488) 2025-09-25T09:37Z 66.1K followers, [----] engagements "Florizel Glasspole (25 Sep [------] Nov 2000) #Jamaicas third and longest-serving Governor-General born [---] years ago today in #Kingston. Amateur boxer trade unionist parliamentarian Government minister; Governor General [--] years 1973-91. A respected voice of calm and reason during a tumultuous time lest we forget. #Jamaican Statesman. https://nlj.gov.jm/./2017/04/bn_glasspole_fa_0001.pdf https://nlj.gov.jm/./2017/04/bn_glasspole_fa_0001.pdf" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1971149486031294827) 2025-09-25T09:47Z 66.2K followers, [----] engagements "Kemel Thompson #Jamaican athlete born [--] years ago today on [--] Sep [----]. University of South Florida alumnus. Won World Indoor Championships 4x400m Gold [----] Birmingham. #Jamaica #KemelThompson https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kemel_Thompsonfbclid=IwY2xjawNB8B5leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFjZHlDOHNtcVFlTUx3QTduAR7LfzBtXi8vOQmkYpaxyi9WEzU-xi4Z7PIHdkCZwqVX8Yj0WhzDh634rpMDyw_aem_5fPzDt7u_3bQ5vaXOn3ywg https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kemel_Thompsonfbclid=IwY2xjawNB8B5leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFjZHlDOHNtcVFlTUx3QTduAR7LfzBtXi8vOQmkYpaxyi9WEzU-xi4Z7PIHdkCZwqVX8Yj0WhzDh634rpMDyw_aem_5fPzDt7u_3bQ5vaXOn3ywg" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1971151549897347411) 2025-09-25T09:55Z 66.1K followers, [----] engagements "Samantha Henry-Robinson #Jamaican sprinter born [--] years ago today on [--] Sep [----] in #Kingston. The Queens School Louisiana State University alumna. Won Olympic 4x100m Silver [----] London; World Relay Champs 4x100m Silver [----] Nassau; PanAm 4x100m Silver [----] Toronto. #Jamaica https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Samantha_Henry-Robinson https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Samantha_Henry-Robinson" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1971152471763685710) 2025-09-25T09:59Z 66.2K followers, [----] engagements "Cherine Anderson#Jamaicanactress singer speaker born [--] years ago today on [--] Sep [----] in Rockfort East#Kingston. Best known for roles in films Dancehall Queen (1997) and One Love (2003). #Jamaica #Reggae https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cherine_Anderson https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cherine_Anderson https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cherine_Anderson https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cherine_Anderson" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1971153278982353119) 2025-09-25T10:02Z 66.1K followers, [----] engagements "Robi Peart (25 Sep 1953- [--] Aug 2015)#Jamaicansinger musician songwriter born [--] years ago today. He was a founding member of#Reggaeband Chalice. #Jamaica #Chalice https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chalice_(reggae_band) https://youtu.be/xvlrVPVjbMIsi=D3URdWUwXp2qjdM2 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chalice_(reggae_band) https://youtu.be/xvlrVPVjbMIsi=D3URdWUwXp2qjdM2 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chalice_(reggae_band) https://youtu.be/xvlrVPVjbMIsi=D3URdWUwXp2qjdM2 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chalice_(reggae_band) https://youtu.be/xvlrVPVjbMIsi=D3URdWUwXp2qjdM2" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1971153869368443375) 2025-09-25T10:04Z 66.1K followers, [---] engagements "#SocialPartnership matters. #Jamaica #Caribbean" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1971438304332743082) 2025-09-26T04:54Z 66.1K followers, [----] engagements "The success of every woman should be the inspiration to another. We should raise each other up. Make sure youre very courageous: be strong be extremely kind and above all be humble. Serena Williams American tennis player born [--] years ago today on [--] Sep [----] in Saginaw Michigan. The Greatest of All Times. #SerenaWilliams https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Serena_Williams https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Serena_Williams" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1971445058525086028) 2025-09-26T05:21Z 66.1K followers, [----] engagements "Martine Beswick #Jamaican-British actress and model born [--] years ago today on [--] Sep [----] in Port Antonio #Jamaica. Best known for roles in James Bond films From Russia with Love (1963) and Thunderball (1965). #Caribbean #JamesBond https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Martine_Beswick https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Martine_Beswick https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Martine_Beswick https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Martine_Beswick" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1971446221316165752) 2025-09-26T05:26Z 66.2K followers, [----] engagements "#Jamaica announced a ban on plastic shopping bags (scandal bags) in 2018; subsequently banned plastic lunch boxes; has highest rate of recycling plastic bottles. More to be done but other #Caribbean countries can follow our lead. https://share.google/vENV5r2bc2DDG1fwx https://share.google/vENV5r2bc2DDG1fwx" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1971565474128281979) 2025-09-26T13:20Z 66.1K followers, [----] engagements "Barrington Barry G Gordon disc jockey MC radio personality journalist born [--] years ago today on [--] Sep [----] in St. Mary. Life coach for hundreds of thousands of #Jamaicans. #Jamaica #BarryG" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1971733248091791756) 2025-09-27T00:26Z 66.1K followers, 10.7K engagements "Robert 'Robbie' Shakespeare (27 Sep [----] [--] Dec 2021) Legendary #Jamaican bass guitarist composer record producer born [--] years ago today in #Kingston. Half of the rhythm section production duo Sly & Robbie. One of the most influential bassists in global music. #Reggae #Dancehall #SlyandRobbie Main photo: Michael Jackson https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sly_and_Robbie https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sly_and_Robbie" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1971926344935395576) 2025-09-27T13:14Z 66.1K followers, [----] engagements "Sylvester 'Syl' Gordon Born: September [--] Birthplace: #Kingston #Jamaica Occupation: Record producer songwriter musician studio engineer Years active: 1980spresent Labels: [---] Records [---] Strong Penthouse Records Music Works Black Scorpio Xterminator Sylvester Syl Gordons innovative contributions have profoundly shaped #reggae and #dancehall over a career spanning more than three decades. Renowned for his meticulous ear and ability to blend traditional #Jamaican rhythms with modern production techniques Gordon has crafted chart-topping hits and nurtured some of the islands most iconic musical" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1971946338586611853) 2025-09-27T14:33Z 66.1K followers, [----] engagements "Angella Taylor-Issajenko #Jamaican-Canadian sprinter born [--] years ago today on [--] Sep [----] in #Kingston. Won Olympic 4x100m Silver [----] Los Angeles [----]. Seven Commonwealth Games medals including 100m 4x100m Golds [----] Brisbane; 200m Gold [----] Edinburgh. #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Angella_Taylor-Issajenko https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Angella_Taylor-Issajenko" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1972255663339241649) 2025-09-28T11:02Z 66.2K followers, [----] engagements "Congratulations to my friend of many years - proof that learning has no age limit. #Jamaica Meet Ms. Irene Walter [--] a proud graduate of our first Digital Literacy cohort 💻 Now confident writing emails letters & even speeches proof that learning has no age limit. 👏🏾 #MLSSServingJamaica #DigitalLiteracy #SeniorsInTech https://t.co/KdWMjjHoZB Meet Ms. Irene Walter [--] a proud graduate of our first Digital Literacy cohort 💻 Now confident writing emails letters & even speeches proof that learning has no age limit. 👏🏾 #MLSSServingJamaica #DigitalLiteracy #SeniorsInTech https://t.co/KdWMjjHoZB" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1972466426419236932) 2025-09-29T01:00Z 66.1K followers, [----] engagements "#Jamaica has [--] beaches owned and controlled by the state and accessible. Upgrading is a costly but necessary exercise for the public good; we should urgently discuss establishing more clean orderly safe secure public beaches to include how and who pays to ensure sustainability. #Caribbean https://websitearchive2020.nepa.gov.jm/./beac./index.php https://websitearchive2020.nepa.gov.jm/./beac./index.php" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1972622778596560926) 2025-09-29T11:21Z 66.2K followers, 47.9K engagements "Man have a right Woman have a right too Ishawna #Jamaican dancehall deejay songwriter social media influencer and internet star born Ishawna Natalia Smith [--] years ago today on [--] Sep [----] in Seaview Gardens #Kingston #Jamaica #Dancehall #Ishawna https://youtu.be/rMQVkslTESoMan https://youtu.be/rMQVkslTESoMan https://youtu.be/rMQVkslTESoMan https://youtu.be/rMQVkslTESoMan" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1972624112578109590) 2025-09-29T11:26Z 66.1K followers, [----] engagements "Ding Dong #Jamaican dancehall artist dancer born Kemar Christopher Dwaine Ottey [--] years ago today on [--] Sep [----] in #Kingston #Jamaica #Dancehall #Caribbean Dance photos: Debbie Bragg. [----] Gabby Sundays Nannyville Kingston. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ding_Dong_(reggae_musician) https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ding_Dong_(reggae_musician) https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ding_Dong_(reggae_musician) https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ding_Dong_(reggae_musician)" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1972624986650103815) 2025-09-29T11:30Z 66.1K followers, [----] engagements "Mr. Vegas #Jamaican singer deejay songwriter born Clifford Smith [--] years ago today on [--] Sep [----] in #Kingston #Jamaica #Dancehall #Reggae #Caribbean #MrVegas https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mr._Vegas https://youtu.be/tMPP1F45ptM https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mr._Vegas https://youtu.be/tMPP1F45ptM https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mr._Vegas https://youtu.be/tMPP1F45ptM https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mr._Vegas https://youtu.be/tMPP1F45ptM" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1972625786256392453) 2025-09-29T11:33Z 66.1K followers, [----] engagements "I wanna be with you night and day I dont know what else to do or say for you to come my way Lt. Stitchie #Jamaican #dancehall and gospel artist born Cleveland Laing [--] years ago today on [--] Sep [----] in Spanish Town. #Jamaica #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lieutenant_Stitchie https://youtu.be/-f1dfH03HA0 https://youtu.be/-f1dfH03HA0 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lieutenant_Stitchie https://youtu.be/-f1dfH03HA0 https://youtu.be/-f1dfH03HA0" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1972626604137349259) 2025-09-29T11:36Z 66.1K followers, [----] engagements "Bunny Grant (29 Sep [----] [--] Nov 2018) #Jamaican boxer born [--] years ago today. Greatest moment was victory over Englishman Dave Charnley Commonwealth lightweight champion at National Stadium [--] Aug [----] just two days before #Jamaica's Independence Day. #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bunny_Grant https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bunny_Grant" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1972627169047122160) 2025-09-29T11:39Z 66.1K followers, [----] engagements "Allan Rae (30 Sep [----] [--] Feb 2005)#Jamaicaand#WestIndiescricketer born [---] years ago today in Rollington Town#Kingston. Wolmers alumnus. Played [--] Tests 1948-53; [----] runs; [--] centuries; [-----] average. President of the West Indies Cricket Board 1981-88. #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Allan_Rae_(cricketer) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Allan_Rae_(cricketer)" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1972974994813518273) 2025-09-30T10:41Z 66.1K followers, [---] engagements "Albert Walker#Jamaicansinger born [--] years ago today on [--] Sep [----] in St. Catherine. Founding member of Culture legendary reggae vocal trio with Joseph Hill and Roy Dayes. #Jamaica #Reggae #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Culture_(band) https://youtu.be/Q3Nn6kcJOj4 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Culture_(band) https://youtu.be/Q3Nn6kcJOj4 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Culture_(band) https://youtu.be/Q3Nn6kcJOj4 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Culture_(band) https://youtu.be/Q3Nn6kcJOj4" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1972975795912966516) 2025-09-30T10:44Z 66.1K followers, [---] engagements "Papa Kojak#Jamaicandeejay singer songwriter born Floyd Anthony Perch [--] years ago today on [--] Sep [----] in #Kingston #Jamaica #Dancehall #Reggae https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Papa_Kojak https://youtu.be/xJs5PPSC2UQ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Papa_Kojak https://youtu.be/xJs5PPSC2UQ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Papa_Kojak https://youtu.be/xJs5PPSC2UQ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Papa_Kojak https://youtu.be/xJs5PPSC2UQ" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1972977064765452576) 2025-09-30T10:49Z 66.1K followers, [----] engagements "Janelle Atkinson#Jamaicanswimmer born [--] years ago today on [--] Sep [----] in#Kingston. Won three Pan American Games Silver Medals at [----] Winnipeg. #Jamaica #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Janelle_Atkinson https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Janelle_Atkinson https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Janelle_Atkinson https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Janelle_Atkinson" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1972977673451282787) 2025-09-30T10:51Z 66.2K followers, 16.6K engagements "Bank of #Jamaica (BOJ): 3-4% economic growth for third quarter of [----]. Strong sustained inclusive economic growth now critical. Focus on infrastructure (roads internet water) housing digital transformation crime reduction education/training productivity improvement. The Bank of Jamaica BOJ is estimating the economy to have grown by three to four percent for the third quarter of [----]. The BOJ gave the estimate as part of its quarterly report on Monday. READ MORE HERE: https://t.co/brwtlvZPPF https://t.co/kcCuLK5420 The Bank of Jamaica BOJ is estimating the economy to have grown by three to" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1973003491749855319) 2025-09-30T12:34Z 66.1K followers, [----] engagements "@RonBabylon @hughfit2014 @MasterKC5 https://websitearchive2020.nepa.gov.jm/new/services_products/subsites/beach_guide/beach_list.php https://websitearchive2020.nepa.gov.jm/new/services_products/subsites/beach_guide/beach_list.php" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1973148496627900677) 2025-09-30T22:10Z 66.1K followers, [--] engagements "John Brown Russwurm (1 Oct [----] - [--] Jun 1851) #Jamaican-American abolitionist born [---] years ago today in Port Antonio. [----] co-founded Americas first Black-owned newspaper Freedoms Journal in NYC. [----] governor of Maryland Liberia. Russwurm Island off Cape Palmas Liberia named in his honour. #Jamaica #Caribbean #Liberia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Brown_Russwurm https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Brown_Russwurm" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1973314492160262179) 2025-10-01T09:10Z 66.2K followers, [---] engagements "#Jamaicas Independent Fiscal Commission concerned Government not spending quickly enough - $20.1 billion spent in first quarter of FY 2025/26 vs budgeted $40.5B. Critical issue to be fixed - accountability to prevent waste vs bureaucracy holding up national development. https://jamaica-gleaner.com/article/news/20251001/jamaican-economy-remains-stable-ifc-concerned-about-govt-underspending https://jamaica-gleaner.com/article/news/20251001/jamaican-economy-remains-stable-ifc-concerned-about-govt-underspending" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1973510792852255105) 2025-10-01T22:10Z 66.2K followers, [----] engagements "THE PARSLEY MASSACRE: Kout Kouto-a - the stabbing. [--] years ago 2-8 Oct [----] up to [-----] #Haitian men women children murdered by Dominican soldiers on orders of President Rafael Trujillo; many based on how they pronounced perejil Spanish word for parsley. #Haiti #Caribbean https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Parsley_massacre https://www.npr.org/sections/parallels/2017/10/07/555871670/80-years-on-dominicans-and-haitians-revisit-painful-memories-of-parsley-massacrefbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR3p45nHQECA9ulWgfxt5ugXcnRT2p3_ixx2cyLD57Xt89DcxrS43RzV1E4_aem_Lyvk9RnWMCdC0jH4HSRfrQ" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1973664767492407446) 2025-10-02T08:22Z 66.1K followers, [----] engagements "Gut River Manchester #Jamaica (Gut = German Stream). Hidden gem. Used to visit often 1970s-80s. Crystal clear water abundant varied fauna and flora; like swimming in Eden. Then fishermen thought it a good idea to use dynamite in the fragile river; not too long after armed men started haunting the long lonely road. #Caribbean https://adventuresfromelle.com/2018/07/09/gut-river/ https://adventuresfromelle.com/2018/07/09/gut-river/" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1973665759772471353) 2025-10-02T08:26Z 66.2K followers, 13.2K engagements "Joseph Robert Love (2 Oct [----] - [--] Nov 1914) medical doctor clergyman teacher journalist politician born [---] years ago today in Nassau #Bahamas. Lived in USA and #Haiti before coming to #Jamaica [----]. His writing and activism were important influences on #MarcusGarvey. #Caribbean https://www.uncrownedcommunitybuilders.com/person/joseph-1 https://www.uncrownedcommunitybuilders.com/person/joseph-1" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1973666804560962001) 2025-10-02T08:30Z 66.2K followers, [----] engagements "Adrian Mariappa#Jamaicanfootballer born [--] years ago today on [--] Oct [----] in Harrow London. Played for Watford Reading Crystal Palace Bristol City Macarthur FC Burton Albion Salford City Wealdstone; [--] caps for#Jamaica.#ReggaeBoyz https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adrian_Mariappa https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adrian_Mariappa https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adrian_Mariappa https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adrian_Mariappa" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1974059257814237452) 2025-10-03T10:29Z 66.1K followers, [----] engagements "Vincent 'Randy' Chin (3 Oct 1937-2 Feb 2003) Legendary#Jamaicanmusic producer entrepreneur born [--] years ago today in#Kingston. With wife Patricia Miss Pat founded Randys record shop and recording studio in Kingston later VP Records in New York City; the worlds largest distributor of#Caribbeanmusic. #Jamaica #Reggae #Dancehall #Soca https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Randy_Chin https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Randy_Chin" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1974060632547762491) 2025-10-03T10:35Z 66.1K followers, [----] engagements "Tee Jay #Jamaican #Dancehall artist born Timoy Janeyo Jones [--] years ago today on [--] Oct [----] in #MontegoBay #Jamaica #Caribbean #TeeJay https://jamaica-gleaner.com/article/entertainment/20240126/5-questions-teejay https://jamaica-gleaner.com/article/entertainment/20240126/5-questions-teejay https://jamaica-gleaner.com/article/entertainment/20240126/5-questions-teejay https://jamaica-gleaner.com/article/entertainment/20240126/5-questions-teejay" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1974158291446944087) 2025-10-03T17:03Z 66.2K followers, [---] engagements "#Kingston 1:00pm. #Jamaicans be like Send di KFC one next time" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1974177064715759782) 2025-10-03T18:17Z 66.1K followers, [---] engagements "@taychin Most effective solution (known in literature since 1940s; eliminated corruption in Hong Kong 1970s) is replacing discretion with transparent accessible predictable rules-based processes. Modern technology makes it even easier (cameras internet). Will is lacking" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1974207000507544050) 2025-10-03T20:16Z 66.1K followers, [--] engagements "Students from Westwood High School Stewart Town #Jamaica. More schools should add hats to their uniforms. A good look. UV protection. Locally made to promote #Jamaican craft/SMEs. A good look. Why not" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1974215490173349900) 2025-10-03T20:50Z 66.3K followers, 14.6K engagements "HISTORYS FIRST BLACK COMBAT PILOTS [----] First World War: [--]. Ahmet Ali elikten (Turkey) [--]. William Robinson Clarke from #Jamaica (UK) [--]. Eugene Bullard from USA (France) [--]. Domenico Mondelli born Wolde Selassie in Eritrea (Italy) [--]. Pierre Rjon born in Martinique (France) TOP ROW Left-Right: elikten Clarke Bullard BOTTOM L-R: Bullard Mondelli elikten Rjon #Caribbean" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1974412660507627530) 2025-10-04T09:53Z 66.2K followers, [----] engagements "50 years ago today on Saturday October 4th [----] Wonder Dream Concert National Stadium #Kingston #Jamaica. Only second time original Wailers Bob Peter and Bunny had performed together since 1973; last time they ever would. #BobMarley #PeterTosh #BunnyWailer #Reggae #Caribbean https://youtu.be/uRJhW_HFD5Qsi=5lVpGNj1Xt2VVP0r https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wonder_Dream_Concert https://youtu.be/uRJhW_HFD5Qsi=5lVpGNj1Xt2VVP0r https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wonder_Dream_Concert" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1974415068604330442) 2025-10-04T10:03Z 66.2K followers, [----] engagements "THE DISAPPEARANCE OF AFRO-ARGENTINES Africans and their descendants arrived in Argentina during the 16th-century Spanish colonization with over [------] enslaved people brought through Buenos Aires ports from West and Central Africa primarily Angola. By the late 1700s Afro-descendants comprised 37% of the population working in domestic service agriculture and crafts while influencing culture through rhythms that birthed tango and candombe. In the fight for independence from Spain (1810-1818) Afro-Argentines played pivotal roles. Enslaved Africans were armed during British invasions of 1806-1807" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1974483430088827358) 2025-10-04T14:35Z 66.2K followers, [----] engagements "Sandra Puma Jones (5 Oct [----] - [--] Jan 1990) American singer songwriter dancer social worker; best known as a member of Black Uhuru; born [--] years ago today in Columbia South Carolina. #Reggae #Jamaica #BlackUhuru https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_Uhuru https://www.youtube.com/watchv=Md9pGK6U6eA https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_Uhuru https://www.youtube.com/watchv=Md9pGK6U6eA" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1974758198193311755) 2025-10-05T08:46Z 66.1K followers, [----] engagements "63 years ago today on [--] Oct [----] Dr. No the first James Bond film had its premier in London. Shot mostly in #Jamaica it put the island on the world stage just two months after Independence. Ian Fleming Bond's creator wrote all the novels at his villa 'Goldeneye' in St. Mary. #Caribbean #JamesBond" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1974759203043520927) 2025-10-05T08:50Z 66.2K followers, [----] engagements "49 years ago today on [--] Oct [----] Cubana Flight [---] from #Barbados to #Jamaica destroyed by terrorist bombs. All [--] people on board Douglas DC-8 were killed. [--] Cubans [--] #Guyanese [--] North Koreans. Innocent students and athletes. CIA-linked anti-Castro Cubans committed mass murder. An earlier attempt to bomb the same flight failed a few months earlier when a device exploded at a baggage warehouse in #Kingston. #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cubana_de_Aviacin_Flight_455 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cubana_de_Aviacin_Flight_455" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1975117791369040312) 2025-10-06T08:35Z 66.2K followers, [----] engagements "Henri Christophe (6 Oct 1767-8 Oct 1820) born [---] years ago today in #Grenada. Formerly enslaved; became a leader in #Haitian Revolution; [----] claimed independence from France. [----] elected President of the north turned it into a kingdom; declared himself Henry I King of #Haiti. #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Henri_Christophe https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Henri_Christophe" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1975118121720823905) 2025-10-06T08:37Z 66.2K followers, [----] engagements "Millie Small (6 Oct [----] - [--] May 2020) #Jamaican singer born [--] years ago today in Clarendon. My Boy Lollipop originally recorded by Barbie Gaye 1956; Smalls remake became #Jamaicas first global hit [----]. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Millie_Small https://youtu.be/aSM9NpsyLd0 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Millie_Small https://youtu.be/aSM9NpsyLd0" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1975118450705207652) 2025-10-06T08:38Z 66.2K followers, [----] engagements "Lord Shorty (6 Oct [----] [--] Jul 2000) later Ras Shorty I Legendary #Trinidadian singer songwriter musician born Garfield Blackman [--] years ago today. With [----] hit Indrani [----] album Endless Vibrations Shorty created #Soca new variant of #Calypso. Father of Nailah Blackman star in her own right. #TrinidadandTobago #Caribbean #Soca https://www.encyclopedia.com/education/news-wires-white-papers-and-books/shorty-i-ras https://youtu.be/FHxmPi3Z03Y https://www.encyclopedia.com/education/news-wires-white-papers-and-books/shorty-i-ras https://youtu.be/FHxmPi3Z03Y" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1975118684537381062) 2025-10-06T08:39Z 66.2K followers, [---] engagements "Michael Frater #Jamaican sprinter born [--] years ago today on [--] Oct [----] in Manchester. From Ulster Spring Trelawny; Wolmers alumnus. Olympic 4x100m Gold London 2012; World Champs 4x100m Gold Berlin [----] & Daegu 2011; C'wealth 4x100 Gold [----] Melbourne; PanAm [---] Gold [----] Santo Domingo; World Championships 100m Silver [----] Helsinki. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael_Frater https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael_Frater" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1975118959948320831) 2025-10-06T08:40Z 66.2K followers, 10.1K engagements "Bharrat Jagdeo Demerara River Bridge commissioned as a symbol of #Guyanas transformation. I love this for our #Guyanese fam. Lots more to come. #Caribbean https://newsroom.gy/2025/10/05/the-bharrat-jagdeo-demerara-river-bridge-commissioned-as-a-symbol-of-guyanas-transformation/ https://newsroom.gy/2025/10/05/the-bharrat-jagdeo-demerara-river-bridge-commissioned-as-a-symbol-of-guyanas-transformation/" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1975399780261241218) 2025-10-07T03:16Z 66.2K followers, [----] engagements "The artist's role is to raise the consciousness of the people. To make them understand life the world and themselves more completely. Amiri Baraka (7 Oct [----] - [--] Jan 2014) American writer teacher and activist born Everett Leroy Jones [--] years ago today in Newark NJ. Photo: Eddie Hausner/NYT https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amiri_Baraka https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amiri_Baraka" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1975558130173083930) 2025-10-07T13:45Z 66.2K followers, [---] engagements "Yvonne Brewster (ne Clarke) Legendary #Jamaican actress stage director teacher writer born [--] years ago today on [--] Oct [----] in #Kingston. Co-founded theatre companies The Barn in Jamaica and Talawa in the UK. #Jamaica #Caribbean https://www.theguardian.com/stage/2021/mar/02/yvonne-brewster-talawa-theatrefbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR2XfRvq5KSlKy3N6S4afYLOcJXp9A5CaritGS1e0zhQSvDORTxQXpukcCg_aem_szfj7b-M4wIaBaaG1e12BQ" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1975559511919448104) 2025-10-07T13:51Z 66.2K followers, [---] engagements "Harold Moody (8 Oct [----] [--] Apr 1947) #Jamaican physician and activist born [---] years ago today in #Kingston. Wolmer's alumnus. [----] went to UK to study medicine at King's College London; topped his class. Campaigned against racial prejudice; established League of Coloured Peoples [----]. #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harold_Moody https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harold_Moody" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1975890830297797042) 2025-10-08T11:47Z 66.2K followers, [---] engagements "Lennox Miller (8 Oct [----] [--] Nov 2004) Legendary #Jamaican sprinter born [--] years ago today. Kingston College and University of Southern California alumnus. [----] at USC on team with O.J. Simpson anchored still-standing 4x110 yard World Record. Won 100m Olympic Silver Mexico City 1968; 100m Bronze Munich [----]. Won Pan American Games 4x100m Gold (with Alfred Daley Don Quarrie Carl Lawson) 100m Silver [----] Cali Colombia. Coached daughter Inger for US [----] Olympic team; first father-daughter to win Olympic track & field medals. #Jamaica #Caribbean" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1975891065980026929) 2025-10-08T11:48Z 66.2K followers, [----] engagements "Roneisha McGregor #Jamaican sprinter born [--] years ago today on [--] Oct [----]. Hydel High alumna. Won Olympic 4x400m Bronze [----] Tokyo; World Champs mixed relay Silver and 4x400m Bronze [----] Doha; World Indoor Champs 4x400m Gold [----] Belgrade. #Jamaica #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roneisha_McGregor https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roneisha_McGregor" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1976231987078889779) 2025-10-09T10:23Z 66.2K followers, [----] engagements "48 years ago [--] Oct 1977: Samora Machel President of Mozambique and hero in war of independence from Portugal lays wreath at Marcus Garvey's shrine. He later asked why #Jamaicas government wasnt killing crocodiles in their eggs. Suggestion was ignored; our democracy was contentious but safe. #Jamaica #Caribbean https://jamaica-gleaner.com/article/esponsored/20221007/mozambique-president-visits-jamaica https://jamaica-gleaner.com/article/esponsored/20221007/mozambique-president-visits-jamaica" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1976940238842085747) 2025-10-11T09:17Z 66.2K followers, [----] engagements "160 years ago today on [--] Oct [----] Paul Bogle led a march to Morant Bay #Jamaica. Poverty oppression injustice heaped on vast majority by a selfish uncaring elite and the frustration of their peaceful efforts set in motion a chain of events that led to a thousand tortured and murdered. #PaulBogleDay #Jamaican Hero. #Jamaica #Caribbean" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1976940649825112244) 2025-10-11T09:19Z 66.2K followers, [----] engagements "@gunnerbeeks It is" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1976963850814865718) 2025-10-11T10:51Z 66.2K followers, [---] engagements "RIP Diane Keaton (5 Jan [----] [--] Oct 2025) American actress. Appeared in several of my favourite films. The Godfather (1972) The Godfather Part ll (1974) Annie Hall (1977). https://www.theguardian.com/film/2025/oct/11/an-ethereally-self-aware-comedy-genius-the-loss-of-diane-keaton-is-devastating https://www.theguardian.com/film/2025/oct/11/an-ethereally-self-aware-comedy-genius-the-loss-of-diane-keaton-is-devastating" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1977161045241442401) 2025-10-11T23:55Z 66.2K followers, [----] engagements "533 years ago today on [--] Oct [----] Christopher Columbus landed on an island that its Lucayan people called Guanahani. Thus began a massive and costly transfer of plants animals commodities culture human populations technology and diseases between a New World and an Old. #Caribbean https://www.smithsonianmag.com/travel/columbus-confusion-about-the-new-world-140132422/ https://www.smithsonianmag.com/travel/columbus-confusion-about-the-new-world-140132422/" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1977342623301128620) 2025-10-12T11:56Z 66.2K followers, [----] engagements "When Christopher Columbus arrived on Guanahani (San Salvador) in [----] he encountered the Tano people described in his letters as "naked as the day they were born." The Tano had complex hierarchical religious political and social systems. Skilled farmers and navigators they wrote music and poetry and created powerfully expressive objects. They were the #Caribbeans most numerous indigenous people; inhabited Cuba #Jamaica Hispaniola Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands. By [----] the Tano were close to extinction many having succumbed to diseases brought by the Spaniards. Tano influences survived;" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1977342986691457284) 2025-10-12T11:57Z 66.2K followers, [---] engagements "Frank Reginald 'Freddie' Martin (12 Oct [----] [--] Nov 1967) #Jamaica and #WestIndies cricketer who played in West Indies' first Test during their [----] inaugural Test tour of England born [---] years ago today in #Kingston. #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frank_Martin_(cricketer)fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR3rFOu-f34sQDo_m_nTMfRFOiP3MSwynbhClGaxQiD7EEeGYZzuDBAy2mI_aem_54MUm5t_43mX2Y3qNlqDEA https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frank_Martin_(cricketer)fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR3rFOu-f34sQDo_m_nTMfRFOiP3MSwynbhClGaxQiD7EEeGYZzuDBAy2mI_aem_54MUm5t_43mX2Y3qNlqDEA" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1977343250882027624) 2025-10-12T11:59Z 66.2K followers, [---] engagements "Lascelles Brown #Jamaican-Canadian bobsledder born [--] years ago today on [--] Oct [----] in May Pen. First Jamaican-born athlete to win Winter Olympic medal; Silver Turin [----] Bronze Vancouver 2010; for Canada. World Champs Gold Silver Bronze. Member of #Jamaica team 1999-2004. #Jamaica #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lascelles_Brown https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lascelles_Brown" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1977343467836838356) 2025-10-12T11:59Z 66.2K followers, [----] engagements "Underwater forest Cold Hole Black River St. Elizabeth #Jamaica #Caribbean The underwater forest world of Cold Hole in the Black River 😍 St. Elizabeth Jamaica https://t.co/3O7VfCnHn4 The underwater forest world of Cold Hole in the Black River 😍 St. Elizabeth Jamaica https://t.co/3O7VfCnHn4" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1977552081579061260) 2025-10-13T01:48Z 66.3K followers, [----] engagements "There was a similar issue with Moses Lake St. Catherine in [----]. A large artificial lake on UDC property became a popular attraction for locals to swim and lime on the shore. A few enterprising individuals brought jet skis for rental which apparently became lucrative enough for Klans and One Order affiliated to ignore. After several gun battles and fatalities UDC closed access to the lake" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1977570877471617125) 2025-10-13T03:03Z 66.2K followers, [---] engagements "Hew Locke British visual artist born [--] years ago today on [--] Oct [----] in Edinburgh Scotland to #Guyanese sculptor Donald Locke and British painter Leila Locke (ne Chaplin). He spent his formative years 1966-80 in Georgetown #Guyana. #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hew_Locke https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hew_Locke" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1977701434851242394) 2025-10-13T11:42Z 66.2K followers, [---] engagements "Javier Sotomayor #Cuban athlete born [--] years today on [--] Oct [----] in Limonar Matanzas. [----] Olympic champion; world record holder; dominant high jumper of the 1990s. Personal best [----] m (8 ft [--] in) makes him the only person in history to have cleared eight feet. #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Javier_Sotomayor https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Javier_Sotomayor" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1977701641727131838) 2025-10-13T11:43Z 66.2K followers, [----] engagements "57 years ago today on [--] Oct [----] Government of #Jamaica banned Walter Rodney from returning to the island. A Guyanese lecturer at UWI Mona he had been out of the country attending a Black Power conference in Canada. #Jamaican security forces local conservatives Jamaicas Western allies feared a convinced Communist with pro-Castro ideals. #Caribbean https://againstthecurrent.org/atc120/p136/fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR3Ax-8M6oypE1zUO1QRE_Kx37fzg4wSCwoMhwE9NJb9DjtvKI6GnCXdMlA_aem_RiNUu_0SgaxkjXK23VJf1w" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1978423551196823847) 2025-10-15T11:31Z 66.2K followers, [----] engagements "Walter Adolphe Roberts (15 Oct [----] - [--] Sep 1962) #Jamaican historian poet novelist journalist patriot born [---] years ago today in #Kingston. [----] founded Jamaica Progressive League - association of Jamaicans living in USA dedicated to achieving self government for #Jamaica. https://nlj.gov.jm/project/walter-adolphe-roberts-1886-1962/ https://nlj.gov.jm/project/walter-adolphe-roberts-1886-1962/" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1978423831451558389) 2025-10-15T11:32Z 66.2K followers, [---] engagements "Lois Kelly-Miller formerly Lois Kelly-Barrow (15 Oct [----] [--] Apr 2020) #Jamaican stage and screen actress writer born [---] years ago today in #Kingston. Co-wrote three LTM annual productions; performed in thirteen pantomimes. #Jamaica https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lois_Kelly_Miller https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lois_Kelly_Miller" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1978425532455764004) 2025-10-15T11:39Z 66.2K followers, [---] engagements "Renee Cox #Jamaican-American visual artist curator and activist born [--] years ago today on [--] Oct [----] in St. Ann. [----] NYC Mayor Rudy Giuliani offended by Coxs Yo Mamas Last Supper (1996) unsuccessfully attempted to impose decency standards on publicly funded museums. #Jamaica #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renee_Cox https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renee_Cox" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1978767359667253370) 2025-10-16T10:17Z 66.3K followers, [----] engagements "George Kerr (16 Oct [------] Jun 2012) #Jamaican athlete born [--] years ago today in Hanover. Competed for British West Indies [----] Rome Olympics; won 800m 4400m Bronzes. [----] became first athlete ever to have Jamaica's national flag flown in recognition of winning Gold; won 400m 800m Central American & Caribbean Games #Kingston. #Caribbean #Jamaica https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/George_Kerr_(runner) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/George_Kerr_(runner)" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1978767524490780968) 2025-10-16T10:18Z 66.3K followers, [----] engagements "Banks do not automatically make profits. Like any other business operating in a market economy they have to continuously drive efficiency or more efficient players will end them. Lessons for #Jamaica. Bank of Nova Scotia is cutting jobs across its Canadian banking division as part of the firms effort to boost long-term profitability https://t.co/pgNw3OLnmA Bank of Nova Scotia is cutting jobs across its Canadian banking division as part of the firms effort to boost long-term profitability https://t.co/pgNw3OLnmA" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1979004801464635774) 2025-10-17T02:01Z 66.3K followers, [----] engagements "Leslie Thompson (17 Oct [----] [--] Dec 1987) #Jamaican jazz trumpeter born [---] years ago today in #Kingston. Alpha Boys alumnus; moved to England in [----] toured Europe in 1934-35 with Louis Armstrong then formed his own band. #Jamaica #Caribbean https://www.blackhistorymonth.org.uk/article/section/music-entertainers/black-british-swing-caribbean-contribution-to-british-jazz-in-the-1930s-and-1940s/fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR1Rq4KoSzbFPU8Fg7hzp3tmuCsmtDhENEkBvsyd92LAp1C8BTc9cJuwCXE_aem_mV3Znyai3jl8DY98OxEuWg https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leslie_Thompson_(musician)" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1979100437782704396) 2025-10-17T08:21Z 66.3K followers, [---] engagements "Rico Rodriguez (17 Oct [----] - [--] Sept 2015) #Jamaican ska and reggae trombonist born [--] years ago today in Havana Cuba. Alpha Boys alumnus; played on important early ska records; [----] album Man From Wareika; member of legendary UK [--] Tone band The Specials.#Jamaica #Caribbean #Reggae https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rico_Rodriguez_(musician) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rico_Rodriguez_(musician)" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/1979100625796501652) 2025-10-17T08:22Z 66.3K followers, [----] engagements "The positive side of Fidel's balance sheet. http://fb.me/2KLYmRZjF http://fb.me/2KLYmRZjF" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/803242243834474496) 2016-11-28T14:20Z 62.1K followers, [--] engagements "Credit rating agency Moody's fined US$864m for role in [----] financial crash. Fincest is that a word http://fb.me/7D6Vi5x52 http://fb.me/7D6Vi5x52" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/820253291074486272) 2017-01-14T12:56Z 62.1K followers, [--] engagements "RIP James Berry Seminal Jamaican Poet (1924-2017). 'Dreaming Black Boy' made good" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/877275755885056000) 2017-06-20T21:23Z 62K followers, [--] engagements "146 Dems call on Trump to send more Pentagon assets to Puerto Rico Virgin Islands. US citizens in need. http://fb.me/1GAXVOdSZ http://fb.me/1GAXVOdSZ" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/913136534962020352) 2017-09-27T20:21Z 62.2K followers, [--] engagements "Anthony Nesty born [--] years ago today on November 25th [----]. At the [----] Seoul Games he became the first Black swimmer to win an Olympic gold medal. Born in Trinidad his family migrated to Suriname when he was nine months old" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/934313431494266880) 2017-11-25T06:50Z 62.2K followers, [--] engagements "Garth Crooks Trailblazing Jamaican-British Footballer born [--] year ago today on March 10th [----]. Born in Stoke-on-Trent to Jamaican immigrant parents he played for Stoke City Tottenham Hotspur Manchester United West Bromwich Albion Charlton Athletic and England U-21" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/972396531390312448) 2018-03-10T08:59Z 62K followers, [--] engagements "Kingston 5:40 PM. To borrow from Roger Mais the hills seem joyful together. Glad to be home after a few days in Guyana land of big rivers" [X Link](https://x.com/wcchen/status/992899814236008448) 2018-05-05T22:52Z 62.2K followers, [--] engagements Limited data mode. Full metrics available with subscription: lunarcrush.com/pricing
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Social Influence
Social category influence countries 71.76% travel destinations 17.06% finance 8.82% musicians 1.76% celebrities 1.76% mlb 0.59% premier league 0.59% mls 0.59% nfl 0.59% technology brands 0.59%
Social topic influence jamaica #163, gold 5.29%, london 4.71%, silver #3229, university of 2.35%, bob #2803, icon #1983, canada #3754, countries #894, haiti 2.35%
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"Gail O'Neill(6 Feb [----] [--] Oct 2023) American fashion model television journalist born [--] years ago today to #Jamaican parents in Westchester County NY. #Jamaica #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gail_O'Neill https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gail_O'Neill"
X Link 2026-02-06T06:07Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Charles Theodore Chili Davis Legendary baseball player born [--] years ago today on [--] Jan [----] in #Kingston. First #Jamaican-born player in Major League Baseball; San Francisco Giants (198187) California Angels (198890 199396) Minnesota Twins (199192) Kansas City Royals (1997) New York Yankees (199899). 19-year career; .274 hitter; [---] home runs; [----] RBI in [----] games. 3X World Series Champion (1991 [----] 1999) 3X All-Star (1984 [----] 1994) on San Francisco Giants Wall of Fame. #Jamaica #Caribbean"
X Link 2026-01-17T08:40Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Peta-Gaye Dowdie #Jamaican sprinter born [--] years ago today on [--] Jan [----]. St. Jago High Louisiana State alumna. Won World Champs 4x100 Bronze [----] Seville Commonwealth Games 4x100 Gold [----] Melbourne Pan American Games 4x100 Gold [----] Rio de Janeiro. Two-time National 100m Champion. #Caribbean #Jamaica https://worldathletics.org/./peta-gaye-dowdie-14285657 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2012818296345698503 https://worldathletics.org/./peta-gaye-dowdie-14285657 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2012818296345698503"
X Link 2026-01-18T09:24Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements
"W. Arthur Lewis Nobel prize winning economist born [---] years ago today on [--] Jan [----] in Castries Saint Lucia to school teachers. He is the first person of African origin to receive a Nobel Prize in a field other than peace. #Caribbean #SaintLucia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/W._Arthur_Lewis https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/W._Arthur_Lewis"
X Link 2026-01-23T09:15Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Alfred Herbert DaCosta #Jamaican solicitor businessman and farmer born [---] years ago today on [--] Jan [----] in #Kingston. Credited with sparking the birth of #Jamaicas bauxite-alumina industry. Sent soil samples from his farm in Lydford St. Ann overseas for testing 1938-42 when crops fared poorly. Geologists had noted the red ferruginous earth since the 19th century without recognising its significance but the rising global demand for aluminium and large deposits in an island near to the worlds largest economy led to a boom. After the first shipment of bauxite from Jamaica in [----] production"
X Link 2026-01-23T09:17Z 67.6K followers, [---] engagements
"Rebekah Robinson #Jamaican netball player born [--] years ago today on [--] Jan [----]. Won Commonwealth Games Bronze [----] Gold Coast Silver [----] Birmingham; World Cup Bronze [----] Cape Town. #Jamaica #SunshineGirls #Caribbean"
X Link 2026-01-23T09:21Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Yes I've made mistakes and I've made my change There's nothing left to do So I'm giving you the best of me Romain Virgo #Jamaican singer songwriter record producer born [--] years ago today on [--] Jan [----] in Stepney St. Ann. #Jamaica #Caribbean #Reggae https://youtu.be/AqZDS1HT72I https://youtu.be/AqZDS1HT72I"
X Link 2026-01-24T09:02Z 67.6K followers, [----] engagements
"Paul Foreman (25 Jan [----] [--] Dec 2020) #Jamaican athlete born [--] years ago today in Kingston. St. Georges College and University of Illinois alumnus. Won long jump Gold [----] British Empire & Commonwealth Games; long jump finalist competing for #WestIndies Federation [----] Rome Olympics. Today's stars stand on the shoulders of giants. #Caribbean #Jamaica https://stgc.org/paul-foreman/ https://stgc.org/paul-foreman/"
X Link 2026-01-25T11:32Z 67.7K followers, [---] engagements
"Alicia Keys American singer songwriter musician philanthropist activist born Alicia Augello Cook [--] years ago today on [--] Jan [----] in NYC to Teresa Augello and #Jamaican father Craig Cook. [--] million albums sold; one of the world's best-selling music artists. #AliciaKeys #Jamaica #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alicia_Keys https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alicia_Keys"
X Link 2026-01-25T11:49Z 67.6K followers, [----] engagements
"#Jamaica was once a powerhouse in citrus production boasting high volumes and unique varieties that earned global fame. Sadly both output and diversity have sharply declined in recent decades. The main culprit is Huanglongbing (HLB) also called citrus greening disease detected around [--------]. Spread by the Asian citrus psyllid HLB severely weakens trees reduces fruit quality and yield and often kills them leading to up to 60% drop in citrus tree populations. Combined with other issues like citrus tristeza virus pests recurring hurricanes/tropical storms (e.g. accelerating disease spread)"
X Link 2026-01-25T19:19Z 67.6K followers, [----] engagements
"Vessel offshore #Jamaica to test billion-barrel oil prospect this week. #Caribbean via @jamaicagleaner https://jamaica-gleaner.com/article/business/20260125/vessel-offshore-jamaica-test-billion-barrel-oil-prospect-week https://jamaica-gleaner.com/article/business/20260125/vessel-offshore-jamaica-test-billion-barrel-oil-prospect-week"
X Link 2026-01-26T03:04Z 67.7K followers, 79.9K engagements
"Clement Sir Coxsone' Dodd (26 Jan [----] [--] May 2004) Legendary #Jamaican record producer born [--] years ago today in #Kingston. [----] opened Studio One; #Jamaica's first Black-owned recording studio. His historic studio should be one of several museums honouring Jamaica's musical legacy. #StudioOne #Caribbean #Reggae Photos: David Corio/Peter Simon. https://www.theguardian.com/news/2004/may/06/guardianobituaries.artsobituariesfbclid=IwY2xjawIC999leHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHRzDJqj6PEPihULiJcCKbovD-Y4J3gIWyO3kBAfdObed9lxEndS-GN299w_aem_GACM05DBQ_kZKl_uRWf7xQ"
X Link 2026-01-26T10:19Z 67.6K followers, [----] engagements
"Jamaica's Oil and Gas Future: A High-Stakes Gamble in Deep Waters 1/3 KINGSTON #Jamaica Off the southern coast of this sun-drenched island nation in the vast expanse of the Walton-Morant Basin a small British exploration company is quietly pursuing what could become one of the Caribbean's most consequential energy stories in decades. United Oil & Gas Plc a modest London-listed firm holds [---] percent of a 22400-square-kilometer offshore license where independent assessments point to unrisked mean prospective resources of more than [--] billion barrels of oil equivalent a figure that if even"
X Link 2026-01-27T00:52Z 67.6K followers, 20.3K engagements
"Why Baby baby why oh why Why did you leave me for another guy Keble Drummond #Jamaican singer and songwriter born [--] years ago today on [--] Jan [----]. Best known as founder and lead vocalist of #RockSteady trio The Cables. #Jamaica #Caribbean #Reggae https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Cables https://youtu.be/Eg0WAq0O04E https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Cables https://youtu.be/Eg0WAq0O04E"
X Link 2026-01-28T11:06Z 67.7K followers, [---] engagements
"Raheem Sterling has left Chelsea by mutual consent; agreement to end contract early. 31-year-old #Jamaican had [--] months remaining on 325000aweek deal. #Jamaica #Caribbean https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/articles/cm2yp21zjzqo https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/articles/cm2yp21zjzqo"
X Link 2026-01-28T19:37Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Each is given a bag of tools A shapeless mass and the Book of Rules Leroy Sibbles #Jamaican singer musician songwriter born [--] years ago today on [--] Jan [----] in #Kingston. Founding member of legendary vocal trio The Heptones. #reggae #Jamaica #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Heptones https://youtu.be/8z9h2nO5SIo https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Heptones https://youtu.be/8z9h2nO5SIo"
X Link 2026-01-29T09:34Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Andy Roberts #Antigua and #WestIndies cricketer born [--] years ago today on [--] Jan [----] in Urlings Village #AntiguaandBarbuda. Member of legendary battery of West Indian fast bowlers that shot us to the top of world cricket in 1970s-80s. #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Andy_Roberts_(cricketer) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Andy_Roberts_(cricketer)"
X Link 2026-01-29T09:35Z 67.7K followers, [---] engagements
"@JVMonte2 Bob Marley & The Wailers: Catch a Fire (1973) Burnin' (1973) Natty Dread (1974) Rastaman Vibration (1976) Exodus (1977) Kaya (1978) Survival (1979) Uprising (1980)"
X Link 2026-01-29T21:39Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Jonielle Smith #Jamaican sprinter born [--] years ago today on [--] Jan [----] in #Kingston. Wolmers Girls and Auburn University alumna. Won Central American and Caribbean Games 100m 4x100m Golds [----] Barranquilla; World Championships 4x100m Gold [----] Doha Silver [----] Tokyo. #Jamaica #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jonielle_Smith https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jonielle_Smith"
X Link 2026-01-30T13:05Z 67.6K followers, [----] engagements
"Life is not a spectator sport. If you're going to spend your whole life in the grandstand just watching what goes on in my opinion you're wasting your life. Jackie Robinson (31 Jan [----] [--] Oct 1972) Legendary American baseball player and Civil Rights Icon born [---] years ago today. #JackieRobinson https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jackie_Robinson https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jackie_Robinson"
X Link 2026-01-31T09:25Z 67.7K followers, [---] engagements
"Khadija "Bunny" Shaw Greatest-ever #Jamaican footballer born [--] years ago today on [--] Jan [----] in Spanish Town. One of worlds best strikers. #Jamaica's all-time top goalscorer for women & men (60 goals/45 games); CONCACAF Player of the Year 2022; PFA Women's Players' Player of the Year 202324; FWA Women's Footballer of the Year 202324; Women's Football Awards Player of the Year 2024; Manchester City's all-time top goalscorer; record for most hat tricks in the WSL; Top scorer France Division [--] Fminine 2020-21. #BunnyShaw #Jamaica #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Khadija_Shaw"
X Link 2026-01-31T09:39Z 67.7K followers, 27.5K engagements
"Dennis Brown (1 Feb [----] [--] Jul 1999) Legendary #Jamaican singer songwriter born [--] years ago today in #Kingston. Recorded first hit "No Man Is an Island for Coxsone Dodd aged only 12; #BobMarley dubbed him "Crown Prince of Reggae"; one of the finest voices in any musical genre. #reggae #Jamaica #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dennis_Brown https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dennis_Brown"
X Link 2026-02-01T11:08Z 67.7K followers, 15K engagements
"Marva Bernard #Jamaican sports administrator born xx years ago today on February 1st. Served as Netball Jamaica president [----] to 2015; instrumental in advancing the development of netball in #Jamaica. #SunshineGirls #Caribbean https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2024/12/15/netball-house-renamed-honour-marva-bernard/ https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2024/12/15/netball-house-renamed-honour-marva-bernard/"
X Link 2026-02-01T11:17Z 67.7K followers, [---] engagements
"Christopher Browne. #Jamaican filmmaker born [--] years ago today on [--] Feb [----]. DeCarteret College alumnus. Director Third World Cop (1999); Ghetta Life (2011). #Jamaica #Caribbean https://www.caribbean-beat.com/issue-111/chris-browne-third-world-filmmaker https://www.caribbean-beat.com/issue-111/chris-browne-third-world-filmmaker"
X Link 2026-02-01T11:19Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Toni-Ann Singh #Jamaican beauty queen model singer born [--] years ago today on [--] Feb [----] in Morant Bay. Crowned Miss World 2019; fourth Jamaican to win title; longest reign in history of the pageant. #Jamaica #MissWorld #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toni-Ann_Singh https://youtu.be/nCkqzLNE9W8 https://youtu.be/nCkqzLNE9W8 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toni-Ann_Singh https://youtu.be/nCkqzLNE9W8 https://youtu.be/nCkqzLNE9W8"
X Link 2026-02-01T11:21Z 67.7K followers, 10.3K engagements
"DENNIS BROWN PLAYLIST: [--] SONGS No Man Is an Island (1970) If I Follow My Heart (1971) Money in My Pocket (1972)(1979) Things in Life (1972) Silhouettes (1973) Westbound Train (1974) Cassandra (1974) No More Will I Roam (1974) Africa (We Want To Go) (1975) Wolf and Leopards (1977) Here I Come (1977) (1984) Created By The Father (1977) Milk and Honey (1977) How Could I Leave (1977) Stay At Home (Ghetto Girl) (1978) Sitting and Watching (1979) Should I (1979) Aint That Loving You (1979) I Dont Want To Be No General (1980) Let Me Love You (All Night Long) (1980) Have You Ever Been In Love (1981)"
X Link 2026-02-02T02:38Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Ravel Morrison #Jamaica footballer born [--] years ago today on [--] Feb [----] in Wythenshawe Manchester England. [--] caps [--] goals for #ReggaeBoyz. Played for Manchester United West Ham Birmingham City Queens Park Rangers Derby County DC United Precision Arabian Falcons. #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ravel_Morrison https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ravel_Morrison"
X Link 2026-02-02T09:32Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements
"#Jamaican classical musician and composer Gavin Chuck won a Grammy last night. #Jamaica is not just #Reggae. #Caribbean https://youtu.be/N1MkSDQUVY4si=drP1-axyjTCaT0wt https://youtu.be/N1MkSDQUVY4si=drP1-axyjTCaT0wt"
X Link 2026-02-02T12:40Z 67.6K followers, [----] engagements
"I want to see a #Jamaica that will be able to throw up a young generation of Black people who will find a place in this society. I want for them never to feel less than good or less than equal in a society like thiswe cannot allow the next generation to grow up with the same doubt and lack of self-confidence. Rex Nettleford (3 Feb [----] - [--] Feb 2010) #Jamaican scholar social critic choreographer born [--] years ago today in Bunkers Hill Trelawny. #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rex_Nettleford https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rex_Nettleford"
X Link 2026-02-03T08:54Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements
"@cutlassmagazine Gavin Chuck classical musician and composer born and raised in Jamaica"
X Link 2026-02-03T19:08Z 67.7K followers, 53.7K engagements
"@mmforeign @cutlassmagazine Explain. His parents were born and raised in Jamaica also"
X Link 2026-02-03T20:29Z 67.6K followers, [----] engagements
"You must never be fearful about what you are doing when it is right. Rosa Parks (4 Feb [----] - [--] Oct 2005) American Civil Rights icon; activist for racial equality best known for pivotal role in Montgomery Alabama bus boycott born [---] years ago today. #RosaParks https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rosa_Parks https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rosa_Parks"
X Link 2026-02-04T09:27Z 67.7K followers, [---] engagements
"Gimme little bass Mek mi wine up mi waist Uptown top ranking [--] years ago today on [--] Feb [----] Uptown Top Ranking by #Jamaican teenagers [--] y-o Althea Forrest and [--] y-o Donna Reid topped UK Singles Chart. Based on Alton Ellis's Im Still in Love. #Reggae #Jamaica #Caribbean https://youtu.be/joh37lrvf-s https://youtu.be/joh37lrvf-s"
X Link 2026-02-04T09:28Z 67.6K followers, [----] engagements
"47 years ago today on [--] Feb [----] Claudie Massop Tivoli Gardens strongman and signatory to the [----] Peace Treaty was shot to death after his vehicle was stopped by police; with Lloyd Frazer and Alphonso Tinson. His body had over [--] bullet wounds including under the arms. He was [--] years old. #Jamaica #BobMarley #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Claude_Massop https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Claude_Massop"
X Link 2026-02-04T09:30Z 67.6K followers, [----] engagements
"Claudie Massop and #BobMarley were longstanding friends from Trench Town. Seeing them on stage in London in 'Get Up Stand Up' getting Hollywood treatment on screen in 'One Love' (played by Brian Todd Boucher/Ras Ajai) shows how #Jamaican stories evolve; people and events our history transform into legend and myth. #Reggae #Jamaica #Caribbean https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2018981126019150246 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2018981126019150246"
X Link 2026-02-04T09:33Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements
"141 years ago today on [--] Feb [----] Belgian King Leopold II established the ironically named Congo Free State" by seizing one million square miles of Africa and the people on it as his personal possession. It was ostensibly a humanitarian mission but really about exploiting natural rubber minerals and other resources. Forced labour coerced by threats torture and murder and famine and disease caused by the disruption to normal life resulted in the deaths of [--] million Africans. #KingLeopold https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2019360602964058435 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2019360602964058435"
X Link 2026-02-05T10:41Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Fazer British rapper singer songwriter record producer DJ born Richard Rawson [--] years ago today on [--] Feb [----] to #Jamaican mother English father in London. Member of hip hop trio N-Dubz with Tula Paulinea 'Tulisa' Contostavlos and Costadinos 'Dappy' Contostavlos; three platinum albums five MOBO awards. #Jamaica #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/N-Dubz https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/N-Dubz"
X Link 2026-02-05T11:00Z 67.7K followers, [---] engagements
"Syreeta Bromfield #Jamaican basketball player born [--] years ago today on [--] Feb [----] in #Kingston. Tallahassee Community College Michigan State University alumna; [----] Detroit Shock; 28th overall pick WNBA draft; [----] led #Jamaica to winning #Caribbean Championship. [----] first US Coast Guard member to be inducted into the Military Basketball Association Hall of Fame for her time as a member of the All Armed Forces and All-Navy Team. #Caribbean https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2019366299114107274 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2019366299114107274"
X Link 2026-02-05T11:03Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Marlon Samuels record-setting #Jamaica and #WestIndies cricketer born [--] years ago today on [--] Feb [----] in #Kingston. First man awarded two Player of Final in ICC World T20; highest ever ODI partnership (372 runs with Chris Gayle); shares record for highest individual score in an ICC World T20 final (85). Lest we forget. #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marlon_Samuels https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marlon_Samuels"
X Link 2026-02-05T11:05Z 67.6K followers, [---] engagements
"Barbara Gloudon (5 Feb [----] - [--] May 2022) Legendary#Jamaicanjournalist author playwright born [--] years ago today in Malvern St. Elizabeth. #Jamaica #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barbara_Gloudon https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barbara_Gloudon https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barbara_Gloudon https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barbara_Gloudon"
X Link 2026-02-05T11:11Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements
"@jeffreybloomer @JVMonte2 I forgot David Bowie - Hunky Dory/ Ziggy Stardust"
X Link 2026-02-06T00:03Z 67.7K followers, [--] engagements
"Derrick Harriott #Jamaican singer songwriter record producer born [--] years ago today on [--] Feb [----] in #Kingston. Founding member of The Jiving Juniors with Herman Sang Eugene Dwyer Maurice Wynter; string of hits early 1960s before successful solo career. #Reggae #Jamaica https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Derrick_Harriottfbclid=IwY2xjawIRI_tleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHVMO0RAeg087JnTOAb120hdcK9gLFB82rN_eSloYSrNO_9EGUw_0orntPg_aem_IMMZynphOZqSy-cGstRdvA"
X Link 2026-02-06T05:46Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements
"William Alexander Anthony 'Bunny Rugs' Clarke (6 Feb [----] [--] Feb 2014) born [--] years ago today in Mandeville. Best known as lead singer of legendary #Jamaican band Third World. Career began mid-1960s; member of Inner Circle; half of duo Bunny & Ricky. #Reggae #Jamaica #BunnyRugs https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bunny_Rugs https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bunny_Rugs"
X Link 2026-02-06T05:48Z 67.7K followers, [---] engagements
"#Jamaican bobsled: Come a long way since [----] Hollywood beginnings - [----] team genuine standout in the sliding world. A beacon for other warmer nations including Brazil #TrinidadandTobago #Jamaica #Caribbean https://www.si.com/winter-olympics/dont-call-them-cool-runnings-jamaican-bobsled-milan-cortina https://www.si.com/winter-olympics/dont-call-them-cool-runnings-jamaican-bobsled-milan-cortina"
X Link 2026-02-06T21:45Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements
"The whole town talking 'bout You and your new guy You're flying high now In your single world But you're gonna need me Errol Dunkley #Jamaican singer and songwriter born [--] years ago today on [--] Feb [----] in #Kingston. #Reggae % #Jamaica #Caribbean https://www.reggae-vibes.com/articles/2020/12/interview-with-errol-dunkley/ https://youtu.be/Hbft7BckstUsi=GFRHAS8xn3tKMpAo https://youtu.be/Hbft7BckstUsi=GFRHAS8xn3tKMpAo https://www.reggae-vibes.com/articles/2020/12/interview-with-errol-dunkley/ https://youtu.be/Hbft7BckstUsi=GFRHAS8xn3tKMpAo https://youtu.be/Hbft7BckstUsi=GFRHAS8xn3tKMpAo"
X Link 2026-02-07T11:34Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Sir Patrick Linton Allen ON GCMG CD KStJ 6th Governor-General of #Jamaica; Head of State; representative of British King born [--] years ago today on [--] Feb [----] in #Kingston. Childhood in Fruitful Vale Portland; teacher Seventh-day Adventist pastor and leader. Became G.G. [--] Feb [----]. #PatrickAllen #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Patrick_Allen_(governor-general)fbclid=IwY2xjawISr9hleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHX8CKeo6Y8bYR_vaK5zW7xGV8b2fOUF4erVOR1bZz03m4Tu6QRohw7nGXA_aem_luj1YDXnAS5_oqM1BZAi9Q"
X Link 2026-02-07T11:36Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Laken Tomlinson #Jamaican #NFL player born [--] years ago today on [--] Feb [----] in Savanna-La-Mar. Moved to Chicago aged 11; offensive guard for NY Jets; college football at Duke where he was ACC Athlete of the Year 2015; drafted by Detroit Lions in first round of [----] NFL Draft. #Jamaica #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Laken_Tomlinson https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Laken_Tomlinson"
X Link 2026-02-09T09:01Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Bad Bunnys Super Bowl LX Halftime Show: #Carribean #Jamaica #BadBunny https://youtu.be/G6FuWd4wNd8si=aUzgpEvDbN1Y9pQz https://youtu.be/G6FuWd4wNd8si=aUzgpEvDbN1Y9pQz"
X Link 2026-02-09T09:31Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Robert Nesta Bob Marley (6 Feb [----] [--] May 1981) Legendary #Jamaican singer songwriter musician activist born [--] years ago today in Nine Mile St. Ann. Global icon for Jamaican music and Rastafari his popularity continues to grow. #BobMarley #Reggae #Jamaica https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bob_Marley https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bob_Marley"
X Link 2026-02-06T05:39Z 67.7K followers, 10.1K engagements
"NYC [--] May [----] #Jamaican sculptor Christopher Gonzalez examines his statue of #BobMarley. Sparked public outrage when unveiled in #Kingston; replaced by Alvin Marriotts more lifelike work (left). Since then statues of #Jamaicas legendary musical icon have been erected worldwide from Addis Ababa to Liverpool. #Reggae #Caribbean https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2020098275404099700 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2020098275404099700"
X Link 2026-02-07T11:32Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements
"This sounds called the three-piece suit and thing So love is all I bring Trinity (10 Feb [----] - [--] Apr 2021) Legendary #Jamaican deejay record producer born Wade Junior Brammer [--] years ago today in Kingston. Alpha Boys alumnus. #Reggae #Dancehall #Jamaica #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trinity_(musician) https://youtu.be/HT2IGFimif4 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trinity_(musician) https://youtu.be/HT2IGFimif4"
X Link 2026-02-10T10:14Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements
"The truth always arrive too late because it walks slower than lies. Maryse Cond (11 Feb [----] - [--] Apr 2024) French novelist critic playwright born [--] years ago today in Pointe--Pitre Guadeloupe. Her novels explore the African diaspora that resulted from slavery and colonialism in the #Caribbean. #MaryseCond https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maryse_Cond https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maryse_Cond"
X Link 2026-02-11T10:48Z 67.7K followers, [---] engagements
"Jahmarie Jamone Jaheem were #Jamaicas goalscorers - reminder of how weve bequeathed #Jah to generations of boys. #Jamaica #GuidanceandBlessing FULL TIME 🫡 Jamaica [--] [--] Canada World Cup Here we come Big shift from the U17 Boyz ⚡ Jahmarie Nolan 37' Jamone Lyle 53' Jaheem bennett 90+3' https://t.co/09mSUbuI6H FULL TIME 🫡 Jamaica [--] [--] Canada World Cup Here we come Big shift from the U17 Boyz ⚡ Jahmarie Nolan 37' Jamone Lyle 53' Jaheem bennett 90+3' https://t.co/09mSUbuI6H"
X Link 2026-02-12T01:07Z 67.7K followers, [---] engagements
"#Jamaican designer Rachel Scott new creative director of NYC based womenswear & accessories brand Proenza Schouler. CFDA Award-winning designer behind Diotima. #Jamaica #Caribbean https://www.harpersbazaar.com/fashion/a65952417/rachel-scott-diotima-creative-director-proenza-schouler/ https://www.harpersbazaar.com/fashion/a65952417/rachel-scott-diotima-creative-director-proenza-schouler/"
X Link 2025-10-22T00:41Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Cyrille Regis (9 Feb [----] [--] Jan 2018) groundbreaking English footballer born [--] years ago today in Maripasoula French Guiana to Robert Regis labourer from #SaintLucia and Mathilde Regis seamstress. [--] year career; [---] league appearances; [---] goals. Late 70s with Laurie Cunningham Brendon Batson (The Three Degrees after US R&B group) at West Bromwich Albion; first top English club to consistently feature three Black players. Endured racist abuse skeptical press but paved way for all who came after. #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cyrille_Regis"
X Link 2026-02-09T08:52Z 67.7K followers, [---] engagements
"Nicole Dixon-Rochester #Jamaican netball player born [--] years ago today on [--] Feb [----]. Won Commonwealth Silver [----] Birmingham; Bronze [----] Gold Coast. #SunshineGirls #Jamaica #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nicole_Dixon https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nicole_Dixon"
X Link 2026-02-03T09:03Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Bob Marley: [--] love songs It Hurts To Be Alone (1965) Nice Time (1967) Stir It Up (1973) Baby We've Got a Date (Rock It Baby) (1973) No Woman No Cry (Live 1975) Waiting In Vain (1977) Turn Your Lights Down Low (1977) Is This Love (1978) Satisfy My Soul (1978) Bobs softer side. When Kaya came out in [----] celebrated US critic Lester Bangs famously called it Weakheart reggae. Is No Woman No Cry a love song in the traditional romantic sense Perhaps not but I believe its a profound expression of love to his wife and one of the greatestlove songs in any genre. #BobMarley #Jamaica #Reggae #Caribbean"
X Link 2026-02-09T15:26Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Shanieka Ricketts #Jamaican athlete born [--] years ago today on [--] Feb [----] in St. Thomas. Vere Technical San Diego State U alumna. Consistently among worlds best triple jumpers. Won Olympic triple jump Silver [----] Paris; World Championships Silvers [----] Doha [----] Eugene; Commonwealth Gold [----] Birmingham Silver [----] Gold Coast; PanAm Silver [----] Lima. #Jamaica #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shanieka_Ricketts https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shanieka_Ricketts"
X Link 2026-02-02T09:24Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Earl Chin #Jamaican Radio and TV Producer born [--] years ago today on [--] Feb [----] in Port Antonio. [----] founded Americas first all-reggae television programme ROCKERS TV (UHF Channel 68) in New York City; launched with a Gregory Isaacs interview. #Reggae #Jamaica #Caribbean"
X Link 2026-02-03T09:01Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements
"#Jamaica at Winter Olympics 2026: Won eight gold medals across all sleds in North American Cup which sits beneathtop-level World Cup. Tally biggest ever but acceptance of Jamaicas success not universal. We want people to show us a bit more respect. #Caribbean https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2026/feb/04/jamaica-bobsleigh-crew-winter-olympics-2026 https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2026/feb/04/jamaica-bobsleigh-crew-winter-olympics-2026"
X Link 2026-02-04T18:19Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements
"The Orangeburg Massacre: [--] years ago today on [--] Feb [----] three students killed [--] injured when police fired into crowd at South Carolina State University a historically Black college. Were peacefully protesting against racial segregation at local bowling alley. https://www.sciway.net/afam/orangeburg-massacre.htmlfbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR0BQpqWIEmalmlNoSpz1tCXqWC07PXtyq7cU7Kjc-z6w1sW-S0w7UW4He8_aem_TYxPjMJvYxNevvKKt4vIfQ https://www.sciway.net/afam/orangeburg-massacre.htmlfbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR0BQpqWIEmalmlNoSpz1tCXqWC07PXtyq7cU7Kjc-z6w1sW-S0w7UW4He8_aem_TYxPjMJvYxNevvKKt4vIfQ"
X Link 2026-02-08T08:30Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements
"It is our duty to uplift the human spirit and make our own individual contributions to the furtherance of humanity. Bromley Armstrong (9 Feb [----] [--] Aug 2018) #Jamaican-Canadian civil rights leader born [---] years ago today in #Kingston. Left #Jamaica aged 19; prominent leader in struggle to end workplace discrimination in #Canada; founded several organisations. #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bromley_Armstrong https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bromley_Armstrong"
X Link 2026-02-09T08:50Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Highest point #Caribbean countries. Thinking about low-lying islands climate change tsunamis rising seas existential threats. Dominican Republic: [----] metres #Haiti: [----] #Jamaica: [----] Cuba: [----] Guadeloupe: [----] #Dominica: [----] Martinique: [----] Puerto Rico: [----] #Saint VincenttheGrenadines: [----] #SaintKittsandNevis: [----] Montserrat: [----] #SaintLucia: [---] #TrinidadandTobago: [---] #Grenada: [---] #BVI: [---] #USVI: [---] Sint Marteen/ Saint Martin: [---] #AntiguaandBarbuda: [---] #Curaao: [---] #Barbados: [---] #Aruba: [---] #TheBahamas: [--] #TurksandCaicos: [--] #CaymanIslands: 43"
X Link 2026-02-10T10:01Z 67.7K followers, 28.3K engagements
"Smiley Culture (10 Feb [----] - [--] Mar 2011) British #reggae singer deejay born David Victor Emmanuel [--] years ago today in London to #Guyanese mother #Jamaican father. Known for 'fast chat' style UK hits Police Officer Cockney Translation. Died aged [--] of stab wound to his heart during police raid on his home. Inquest concluded his death was suicide. #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Smiley_Culture https://youtu.be/akGH6mxFu6Q https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Smiley_Culture https://youtu.be/akGH6mxFu6Q"
X Link 2026-02-10T10:09Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Lightning rises out of my palms hits the water and the waves spit fire You are too passionate she whispers You will kill things along the way. Tanya Shirley #Jamaican Poet born [--] years ago today on [--] Feb [----] in #Kingston. #Jamaica #Caribbean from Message In A Dream"
X Link 2026-02-10T10:11Z 67.7K followers, [---] engagements
"Mallica 'Kapo' Reynolds (10 Feb [----] - [--] Feb 1989) #Jamaican painter sculptor Charismatic Revivalist Bishop born [---] years ago today in Byndloss St. Catherine. Once marginalised came to be recognised as one of #Jamaicas most important visual artists and bearers of our African retention. #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mallica_Reynoldsfbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR1IGdd_JVg_5cYYenRATlWEyW1aDVzjJpb8CG8bCmVafZ555GcdZWaYCdM_aem_YzcRb4-4hkZT0g4BhgGriQ"
X Link 2026-02-10T10:18Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Sheri-Ann Brooks #Jamaican sprinter born [--] years ago today on [--] Feb [----] in #Kingston. Manchester High Florida International University alumna. Won World Champs 4x100m Silver [----] Osaka Gold [----] Moscow; Commonwealth 100m 4x100m Golds [----] Melbourne; PanAm 4x100m Gold 200m Silver [----] Rio de Janeiro. #Jamaica #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sheri-Ann_Brooks https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sheri-Ann_Brooks"
X Link 2026-02-11T10:56Z 67.7K followers, [---] engagements
"David Weller #Jamaican cyclist born [--] years ago today on [--] Feb [----]. Won Olympic [----] metres time trial Bronze Moscow [----]. First only Jamaican to win non-Track & Field Olympic medal. Deserved Gold. Third behind East German Russian; two countries with programmes subsequently discredited for systemic use of banned drugs. #Jamaica #Caribbean https://jamaicans.com/10-things-to-know-about-david-weller-the-first-jamaican-to-win-an-olympic-cycling-medal/fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR2UdlRziS_xx0w9M3QMekkuK7pXIEo2pGR_N8OFLM_hOqahd9ADV18MmTQ_aem_nUQC_Yiv3hbzJdo4QPATrg"
X Link 2026-02-11T11:02Z 67.7K followers, [---] engagements
"Kalilah Reynolds #Belizean-#Jamaican journalist influencer entrepreneur poet born Kalilah Antonette Enrquez [--] years ago today on [--] Feb [----] in Belize City. Guru of financial literacy wealth creation. Founder/CEO of Money Media. Stints at CVM TV Nationwide Radio CEEN Caribbean News. #Jamaica #Belize #Caribbean https://our.today/boss-babe-kalilah-reynolds-balancing-act/#google_vignette https://our.today/boss-babe-kalilah-reynolds-balancing-act/#google_vignette"
X Link 2026-02-11T11:19Z 67.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Lots of learning in cannabis experience for #Jamaicas Policymakers re SMEs generally. Regulation/formality (onerous) must be balanced with cost of doing business. Choosing informality is (mostly) not a moral choice its existential. #Caribbean Nearly a decade after Jamaica decriminalised cannabis and set out to build a regulated industry around it companies remaining in the legal market say the industry that was envisioned export-driven cultivation-led and broadly inclusive failed to take hold forcing survivors https://t.co/55fbrw3YLx Nearly a decade after Jamaica decriminalised cannabis and"
X Link 2026-02-12T01:45Z 67.7K followers, [---] engagements
"Means that we had Federal Elections in [----] to elect [--] representatives. Jamaica (17 seats with 45% of overall population 38% of seats) and Trinidad & Tobago (10 seats with 24% of overall population 24% of seats) had constituencies. The other countries had lists: Barbados (5) etc"
X Link 2025-09-21T11:29Z 66K followers, [--] engagements
"#Botswana (population [---] million) just won another Gold medal - 4x400m Mens Relay. Likkle but dem tallawah#WorldAthleticsChamps"
X Link 2025-09-21T11:34Z 66.1K followers, [----] engagements
"#Jamaica wins Womens 4x400m Silver"
X Link 2025-09-21T11:42Z 66K followers, [----] engagements
"The West Indies Federation established in [----] comprised the following [--] territories (listed here as provinces with Cayman Islands and Turks and Caicos Islands attached to Jamaica). Population figures below are [----] estimates: Antigua: [-----] Barbados: [------] Dominica: [-----] Grenada: [-----] #Jamaica (excluding attachments): [-------] Montserrat: [-----] Saint Christopher-Nevis-Anguilla: [-----] Saint Lucia: [-----] Saint Vincent and the Grenadines: [-----] Trinidad and Tobago: [------] Attached to Jamaica: Cayman Islands: [----] Turks and Caicos Islands: [----] The total population across all areas was"
X Link 2025-09-21T11:57Z 66.1K followers, [---] engagements
"#Jamaica wins Silver in Womens 4x100m Relays. Shelly-Ann to Tia to Tina. to Jonielle Boom #WorldAthleticsChampionships"
X Link 2025-09-21T12:09Z 66K followers, [----] engagements
"I am not African because I was born in Africa but because Africa was born in me. Kwame Nkrumah (21 Sep [----] [--] Apr 1972) Ghanaian Statesman born [---] years ago today. Ghana's first Prime Minister and President; founding member Organisation of African Unity. #KwameNkrumah https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kwame_Nkrumah https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kwame_Nkrumah"
X Link 2025-09-21T12:43Z 66K followers, [---] engagements
"Alaine Laughton #Jamaican singer-songwriter born [--] years ago today on [--] Sep [----] in New Jersey. Moved to #Jamaica aged 3; appeared in [----] movie Claras heart starring Whoopi Goldberg; had first hit No Ordinary Love [----]. #Reggae #Alaine https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alaine_Laughton https://www.youtube.com/watchv=O9Lofmpuj94&feature=youtu.be https://www.youtube.com/watchv=O9Lofmpuj94&feature=youtu.be https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alaine_Laughton https://www.youtube.com/watchv=O9Lofmpuj94&feature=youtu.be https://www.youtube.com/watchv=O9Lofmpuj94&feature=youtu.be"
X Link 2025-09-21T13:21Z 66.1K followers, [----] engagements
"Storm Saulter#Jamaicanfilmmaker visual artist and writer born [--] years ago today on [--] Sep [----] in Negril. Sprinter (2018) won Best Director Audience Award Grand Jury Prize at American Black Film Festival; Jury Prize at Pan African Film Festival. #Jamaica #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Storm_Saulter https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Storm_Saulter"
X Link 2025-09-21T13:28Z 66K followers, [----] engagements
"Elaine Davis #Jamaican netball player born [--] years ago today on [--] Sep [----]. Glenmuir High University of Technology alumna. Won Commonwealth Bronze [----] Manchester; World Netball Championships Bronzes [----] Kingston [----] Auckland. #Jamaica #SunshineGirls https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elaine_Davis_(netball) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elaine_Davis_(netball)"
X Link 2025-09-21T13:33Z 66K followers, [----] engagements
"Chris Gayle Legendary #Jamaica and #WestIndies cricketer born [--] years ago today on [--] Sep [----] in #Kingston. Universe Boss. Greatest Twenty20 batsman in the history of Cricket. #Caribbean #Windies #ChrisGayle https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chris_Gayle https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chris_Gayle https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chris_Gayle https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chris_Gayle"
X Link 2025-09-21T13:41Z 66.2K followers, [----] engagements
"#Jamaican USD sovereign bonds trading at lower interest rate yields than US Treasuries which are a global benchmark. Historic endorsement of #Jamaicas economic management. Those in our financial sector who trade Jamaicas USD sovereign bonds will immediately grasp the significance of the report from US investment firm Jefferies that Jamaicas [----] bonds traded [--] basis points through US Treasuries https://t.co/cUGMPSn9N4 Those in our financial sector who trade Jamaicas USD sovereign bonds will immediately grasp the significance of the report from US investment firm Jefferies that Jamaicas 2028"
X Link 2025-09-21T20:06Z 66K followers, [----] engagements
"King Sunny Ad Legendary#Nigeriansinger songwriter musician born Sunday Adeniyi Adegeye [--] years ago today on [--] Sep [----]. A master of jj; one of first African musicians to gain international success; one of most influential musicians of all time. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/King_Sunny_Ad https://youtu.be/7fIzasVGSck https://youtu.be/7fIzasVGSck https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/King_Sunny_Ad https://youtu.be/7fIzasVGSck https://youtu.be/7fIzasVGSck"
X Link 2025-09-22T11:03Z 66K followers, [----] engagements
"Leslie Junior Tucker #Jamaican singer born [--] years ago today on [--] Sep [----] in Trenchtown. #Kingston College alumnus. Child prodigy; Look Into Your Heart topped Jamaican Charts when he was 11; dubbed #Jamaicas Michael Jackson. Now a successful gospel singer. #Reggae #JuniorTucker https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Junior_Tucker https://youtu.be/g1XbvbHpyXg https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Junior_Tucker https://youtu.be/g1XbvbHpyXg"
X Link 2025-09-23T07:11Z 66.1K followers, [----] engagements
"Phil Edwards(23 Sep [----] [--] Sep 1971) #Guyanese-Canadian Olympic athlete army officer medical doctor born [---] years ago today in #Georgetown #BritishGuiana to #Barbadian father #Trinidadian mother. "Man of Bronze" - Canada's most-decorated Olympian for many years. First-ever winner of Lou Marsh Trophy as Canada's top athlete. #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phil_Edwards_(runner) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phil_Edwards_(runner)"
X Link 2025-09-23T07:47Z 66.1K followers, [---] engagements
"27 years ago today on [--] Sep [----] violent protests against arrest of Matthews Lane area don Donald Zeeks Phipps. Hundreds barricaded Central Police Station. NO ZEEKS NO PEACE. Eventually Zeeks was brought to a balcony; told supporters Cool it. Policemen wept openly.#Kingston #Jamaica #Caribbean"
X Link 2025-09-23T08:33Z 66K followers, 12.6K engagements
"I have no speech to make. You have made the speech for the progressive forces.you have made the speech with no notice.no plans or preparations. But next time next time next time." [--] years ago today#Jamaicas Prime Minister Michael Manley addressed a large group of angry protesters against The Gleaner which had been critical of his Government. #Caribbean"
X Link 2025-09-24T07:56Z 66K followers, [----] engagements
"Jan Carew (24 Sep [----] [--] Dec 2012) Legendary Caribbean writer and intellectual born [---] years ago today in Agricola British Guiana. #Guyana #Caribbean https://www.theguardian.com/books/2012/dec/21/jan-carew https://www.theguardian.com/books/2012/dec/21/jan-carew https://www.theguardian.com/books/2012/dec/21/jan-carew https://www.theguardian.com/books/2012/dec/21/jan-carew"
X Link 2025-09-24T08:06Z 66K followers, [---] engagements
"#Kingston 11:10am. Campion College Robotics Team. Artificial Intelligence is a huge opportunity for #Jamaica #Caribbean Properly implemented deployed can augment jobs processes - give us a quantum leap forward in productivity prosperity"
X Link 2025-09-24T16:17Z 66K followers, [----] engagements
"#Bermuda Lena Headey"
X Link 2025-09-24T22:42Z 66K followers, [---] engagements
"Ricardo Bibi Gardner Legendary #Jamaican footballer born [--] years ago today on [--] Sep [----] in #Kingston. [---] caps and captained #ReggaeBoyz; [----] World Cup; four CONCACAF Gold Cups. [--] years Bolton Wanderers; once held record for most EPL appearances by non-UK outfield player. #Jamaica #RicardoGardner https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ricardo_Gardner https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ricardo_Gardner"
X Link 2025-09-25T09:37Z 66.1K followers, [----] engagements
"Florizel Glasspole (25 Sep [------] Nov 2000) #Jamaicas third and longest-serving Governor-General born [---] years ago today in #Kingston. Amateur boxer trade unionist parliamentarian Government minister; Governor General [--] years 1973-91. A respected voice of calm and reason during a tumultuous time lest we forget. #Jamaican Statesman. https://nlj.gov.jm/./2017/04/bn_glasspole_fa_0001.pdf https://nlj.gov.jm/./2017/04/bn_glasspole_fa_0001.pdf"
X Link 2025-09-25T09:47Z 66.2K followers, [----] engagements
"Kemel Thompson #Jamaican athlete born [--] years ago today on [--] Sep [----]. University of South Florida alumnus. Won World Indoor Championships 4x400m Gold [----] Birmingham. #Jamaica #KemelThompson https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kemel_Thompsonfbclid=IwY2xjawNB8B5leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFjZHlDOHNtcVFlTUx3QTduAR7LfzBtXi8vOQmkYpaxyi9WEzU-xi4Z7PIHdkCZwqVX8Yj0WhzDh634rpMDyw_aem_5fPzDt7u_3bQ5vaXOn3ywg https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kemel_Thompsonfbclid=IwY2xjawNB8B5leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFjZHlDOHNtcVFlTUx3QTduAR7LfzBtXi8vOQmkYpaxyi9WEzU-xi4Z7PIHdkCZwqVX8Yj0WhzDh634rpMDyw_aem_5fPzDt7u_3bQ5vaXOn3ywg"
X Link 2025-09-25T09:55Z 66.1K followers, [----] engagements
"Samantha Henry-Robinson #Jamaican sprinter born [--] years ago today on [--] Sep [----] in #Kingston. The Queens School Louisiana State University alumna. Won Olympic 4x100m Silver [----] London; World Relay Champs 4x100m Silver [----] Nassau; PanAm 4x100m Silver [----] Toronto. #Jamaica https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Samantha_Henry-Robinson https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Samantha_Henry-Robinson"
X Link 2025-09-25T09:59Z 66.2K followers, [----] engagements
"Cherine Anderson#Jamaicanactress singer speaker born [--] years ago today on [--] Sep [----] in Rockfort East#Kingston. Best known for roles in films Dancehall Queen (1997) and One Love (2003). #Jamaica #Reggae https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cherine_Anderson https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cherine_Anderson https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cherine_Anderson https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cherine_Anderson"
X Link 2025-09-25T10:02Z 66.1K followers, [----] engagements
"Robi Peart (25 Sep 1953- [--] Aug 2015)#Jamaicansinger musician songwriter born [--] years ago today. He was a founding member of#Reggaeband Chalice. #Jamaica #Chalice https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chalice_(reggae_band) https://youtu.be/xvlrVPVjbMIsi=D3URdWUwXp2qjdM2 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chalice_(reggae_band) https://youtu.be/xvlrVPVjbMIsi=D3URdWUwXp2qjdM2 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chalice_(reggae_band) https://youtu.be/xvlrVPVjbMIsi=D3URdWUwXp2qjdM2 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chalice_(reggae_band) https://youtu.be/xvlrVPVjbMIsi=D3URdWUwXp2qjdM2"
X Link 2025-09-25T10:04Z 66.1K followers, [---] engagements
"#SocialPartnership matters. #Jamaica #Caribbean"
X Link 2025-09-26T04:54Z 66.1K followers, [----] engagements
"The success of every woman should be the inspiration to another. We should raise each other up. Make sure youre very courageous: be strong be extremely kind and above all be humble. Serena Williams American tennis player born [--] years ago today on [--] Sep [----] in Saginaw Michigan. The Greatest of All Times. #SerenaWilliams https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Serena_Williams https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Serena_Williams"
X Link 2025-09-26T05:21Z 66.1K followers, [----] engagements
"Martine Beswick #Jamaican-British actress and model born [--] years ago today on [--] Sep [----] in Port Antonio #Jamaica. Best known for roles in James Bond films From Russia with Love (1963) and Thunderball (1965). #Caribbean #JamesBond https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Martine_Beswick https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Martine_Beswick https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Martine_Beswick https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Martine_Beswick"
X Link 2025-09-26T05:26Z 66.2K followers, [----] engagements
"#Jamaica announced a ban on plastic shopping bags (scandal bags) in 2018; subsequently banned plastic lunch boxes; has highest rate of recycling plastic bottles. More to be done but other #Caribbean countries can follow our lead. https://share.google/vENV5r2bc2DDG1fwx https://share.google/vENV5r2bc2DDG1fwx"
X Link 2025-09-26T13:20Z 66.1K followers, [----] engagements
"Barrington Barry G Gordon disc jockey MC radio personality journalist born [--] years ago today on [--] Sep [----] in St. Mary. Life coach for hundreds of thousands of #Jamaicans. #Jamaica #BarryG"
X Link 2025-09-27T00:26Z 66.1K followers, 10.7K engagements
"Robert 'Robbie' Shakespeare (27 Sep [----] [--] Dec 2021) Legendary #Jamaican bass guitarist composer record producer born [--] years ago today in #Kingston. Half of the rhythm section production duo Sly & Robbie. One of the most influential bassists in global music. #Reggae #Dancehall #SlyandRobbie Main photo: Michael Jackson https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sly_and_Robbie https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sly_and_Robbie"
X Link 2025-09-27T13:14Z 66.1K followers, [----] engagements
"Sylvester 'Syl' Gordon Born: September [--] Birthplace: #Kingston #Jamaica Occupation: Record producer songwriter musician studio engineer Years active: 1980spresent Labels: [---] Records [---] Strong Penthouse Records Music Works Black Scorpio Xterminator Sylvester Syl Gordons innovative contributions have profoundly shaped #reggae and #dancehall over a career spanning more than three decades. Renowned for his meticulous ear and ability to blend traditional #Jamaican rhythms with modern production techniques Gordon has crafted chart-topping hits and nurtured some of the islands most iconic musical"
X Link 2025-09-27T14:33Z 66.1K followers, [----] engagements
"Angella Taylor-Issajenko #Jamaican-Canadian sprinter born [--] years ago today on [--] Sep [----] in #Kingston. Won Olympic 4x100m Silver [----] Los Angeles [----]. Seven Commonwealth Games medals including 100m 4x100m Golds [----] Brisbane; 200m Gold [----] Edinburgh. #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Angella_Taylor-Issajenko https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Angella_Taylor-Issajenko"
X Link 2025-09-28T11:02Z 66.2K followers, [----] engagements
"Congratulations to my friend of many years - proof that learning has no age limit. #Jamaica Meet Ms. Irene Walter [--] a proud graduate of our first Digital Literacy cohort 💻 Now confident writing emails letters & even speeches proof that learning has no age limit. 👏🏾 #MLSSServingJamaica #DigitalLiteracy #SeniorsInTech https://t.co/KdWMjjHoZB Meet Ms. Irene Walter [--] a proud graduate of our first Digital Literacy cohort 💻 Now confident writing emails letters & even speeches proof that learning has no age limit. 👏🏾 #MLSSServingJamaica #DigitalLiteracy #SeniorsInTech https://t.co/KdWMjjHoZB"
X Link 2025-09-29T01:00Z 66.1K followers, [----] engagements
"#Jamaica has [--] beaches owned and controlled by the state and accessible. Upgrading is a costly but necessary exercise for the public good; we should urgently discuss establishing more clean orderly safe secure public beaches to include how and who pays to ensure sustainability. #Caribbean https://websitearchive2020.nepa.gov.jm/./beac./index.php https://websitearchive2020.nepa.gov.jm/./beac./index.php"
X Link 2025-09-29T11:21Z 66.2K followers, 47.9K engagements
"Man have a right Woman have a right too Ishawna #Jamaican dancehall deejay songwriter social media influencer and internet star born Ishawna Natalia Smith [--] years ago today on [--] Sep [----] in Seaview Gardens #Kingston #Jamaica #Dancehall #Ishawna https://youtu.be/rMQVkslTESoMan https://youtu.be/rMQVkslTESoMan https://youtu.be/rMQVkslTESoMan https://youtu.be/rMQVkslTESoMan"
X Link 2025-09-29T11:26Z 66.1K followers, [----] engagements
"Ding Dong #Jamaican dancehall artist dancer born Kemar Christopher Dwaine Ottey [--] years ago today on [--] Sep [----] in #Kingston #Jamaica #Dancehall #Caribbean Dance photos: Debbie Bragg. [----] Gabby Sundays Nannyville Kingston. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ding_Dong_(reggae_musician) https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ding_Dong_(reggae_musician) https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ding_Dong_(reggae_musician) https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ding_Dong_(reggae_musician)"
X Link 2025-09-29T11:30Z 66.1K followers, [----] engagements
"Mr. Vegas #Jamaican singer deejay songwriter born Clifford Smith [--] years ago today on [--] Sep [----] in #Kingston #Jamaica #Dancehall #Reggae #Caribbean #MrVegas https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mr._Vegas https://youtu.be/tMPP1F45ptM https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mr._Vegas https://youtu.be/tMPP1F45ptM https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mr._Vegas https://youtu.be/tMPP1F45ptM https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mr._Vegas https://youtu.be/tMPP1F45ptM"
X Link 2025-09-29T11:33Z 66.1K followers, [----] engagements
"I wanna be with you night and day I dont know what else to do or say for you to come my way Lt. Stitchie #Jamaican #dancehall and gospel artist born Cleveland Laing [--] years ago today on [--] Sep [----] in Spanish Town. #Jamaica #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lieutenant_Stitchie https://youtu.be/-f1dfH03HA0 https://youtu.be/-f1dfH03HA0 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lieutenant_Stitchie https://youtu.be/-f1dfH03HA0 https://youtu.be/-f1dfH03HA0"
X Link 2025-09-29T11:36Z 66.1K followers, [----] engagements
"Bunny Grant (29 Sep [----] [--] Nov 2018) #Jamaican boxer born [--] years ago today. Greatest moment was victory over Englishman Dave Charnley Commonwealth lightweight champion at National Stadium [--] Aug [----] just two days before #Jamaica's Independence Day. #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bunny_Grant https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bunny_Grant"
X Link 2025-09-29T11:39Z 66.1K followers, [----] engagements
"Allan Rae (30 Sep [----] [--] Feb 2005)#Jamaicaand#WestIndiescricketer born [---] years ago today in Rollington Town#Kingston. Wolmers alumnus. Played [--] Tests 1948-53; [----] runs; [--] centuries; [-----] average. President of the West Indies Cricket Board 1981-88. #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Allan_Rae_(cricketer) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Allan_Rae_(cricketer)"
X Link 2025-09-30T10:41Z 66.1K followers, [---] engagements
"Albert Walker#Jamaicansinger born [--] years ago today on [--] Sep [----] in St. Catherine. Founding member of Culture legendary reggae vocal trio with Joseph Hill and Roy Dayes. #Jamaica #Reggae #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Culture_(band) https://youtu.be/Q3Nn6kcJOj4 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Culture_(band) https://youtu.be/Q3Nn6kcJOj4 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Culture_(band) https://youtu.be/Q3Nn6kcJOj4 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Culture_(band) https://youtu.be/Q3Nn6kcJOj4"
X Link 2025-09-30T10:44Z 66.1K followers, [---] engagements
"Papa Kojak#Jamaicandeejay singer songwriter born Floyd Anthony Perch [--] years ago today on [--] Sep [----] in #Kingston #Jamaica #Dancehall #Reggae https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Papa_Kojak https://youtu.be/xJs5PPSC2UQ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Papa_Kojak https://youtu.be/xJs5PPSC2UQ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Papa_Kojak https://youtu.be/xJs5PPSC2UQ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Papa_Kojak https://youtu.be/xJs5PPSC2UQ"
X Link 2025-09-30T10:49Z 66.1K followers, [----] engagements
"Janelle Atkinson#Jamaicanswimmer born [--] years ago today on [--] Sep [----] in#Kingston. Won three Pan American Games Silver Medals at [----] Winnipeg. #Jamaica #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Janelle_Atkinson https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Janelle_Atkinson https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Janelle_Atkinson https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Janelle_Atkinson"
X Link 2025-09-30T10:51Z 66.2K followers, 16.6K engagements
"Bank of #Jamaica (BOJ): 3-4% economic growth for third quarter of [----]. Strong sustained inclusive economic growth now critical. Focus on infrastructure (roads internet water) housing digital transformation crime reduction education/training productivity improvement. The Bank of Jamaica BOJ is estimating the economy to have grown by three to four percent for the third quarter of [----]. The BOJ gave the estimate as part of its quarterly report on Monday. READ MORE HERE: https://t.co/brwtlvZPPF https://t.co/kcCuLK5420 The Bank of Jamaica BOJ is estimating the economy to have grown by three to"
X Link 2025-09-30T12:34Z 66.1K followers, [----] engagements
"@RonBabylon @hughfit2014 @MasterKC5 https://websitearchive2020.nepa.gov.jm/new/services_products/subsites/beach_guide/beach_list.php https://websitearchive2020.nepa.gov.jm/new/services_products/subsites/beach_guide/beach_list.php"
X Link 2025-09-30T22:10Z 66.1K followers, [--] engagements
"John Brown Russwurm (1 Oct [----] - [--] Jun 1851) #Jamaican-American abolitionist born [---] years ago today in Port Antonio. [----] co-founded Americas first Black-owned newspaper Freedoms Journal in NYC. [----] governor of Maryland Liberia. Russwurm Island off Cape Palmas Liberia named in his honour. #Jamaica #Caribbean #Liberia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Brown_Russwurm https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Brown_Russwurm"
X Link 2025-10-01T09:10Z 66.2K followers, [---] engagements
"#Jamaicas Independent Fiscal Commission concerned Government not spending quickly enough - $20.1 billion spent in first quarter of FY 2025/26 vs budgeted $40.5B. Critical issue to be fixed - accountability to prevent waste vs bureaucracy holding up national development. https://jamaica-gleaner.com/article/news/20251001/jamaican-economy-remains-stable-ifc-concerned-about-govt-underspending https://jamaica-gleaner.com/article/news/20251001/jamaican-economy-remains-stable-ifc-concerned-about-govt-underspending"
X Link 2025-10-01T22:10Z 66.2K followers, [----] engagements
"THE PARSLEY MASSACRE: Kout Kouto-a - the stabbing. [--] years ago 2-8 Oct [----] up to [-----] #Haitian men women children murdered by Dominican soldiers on orders of President Rafael Trujillo; many based on how they pronounced perejil Spanish word for parsley. #Haiti #Caribbean https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Parsley_massacre https://www.npr.org/sections/parallels/2017/10/07/555871670/80-years-on-dominicans-and-haitians-revisit-painful-memories-of-parsley-massacrefbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR3p45nHQECA9ulWgfxt5ugXcnRT2p3_ixx2cyLD57Xt89DcxrS43RzV1E4_aem_Lyvk9RnWMCdC0jH4HSRfrQ"
X Link 2025-10-02T08:22Z 66.1K followers, [----] engagements
"Gut River Manchester #Jamaica (Gut = German Stream). Hidden gem. Used to visit often 1970s-80s. Crystal clear water abundant varied fauna and flora; like swimming in Eden. Then fishermen thought it a good idea to use dynamite in the fragile river; not too long after armed men started haunting the long lonely road. #Caribbean https://adventuresfromelle.com/2018/07/09/gut-river/ https://adventuresfromelle.com/2018/07/09/gut-river/"
X Link 2025-10-02T08:26Z 66.2K followers, 13.2K engagements
"Joseph Robert Love (2 Oct [----] - [--] Nov 1914) medical doctor clergyman teacher journalist politician born [---] years ago today in Nassau #Bahamas. Lived in USA and #Haiti before coming to #Jamaica [----]. His writing and activism were important influences on #MarcusGarvey. #Caribbean https://www.uncrownedcommunitybuilders.com/person/joseph-1 https://www.uncrownedcommunitybuilders.com/person/joseph-1"
X Link 2025-10-02T08:30Z 66.2K followers, [----] engagements
"Adrian Mariappa#Jamaicanfootballer born [--] years ago today on [--] Oct [----] in Harrow London. Played for Watford Reading Crystal Palace Bristol City Macarthur FC Burton Albion Salford City Wealdstone; [--] caps for#Jamaica.#ReggaeBoyz https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adrian_Mariappa https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adrian_Mariappa https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adrian_Mariappa https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adrian_Mariappa"
X Link 2025-10-03T10:29Z 66.1K followers, [----] engagements
"Vincent 'Randy' Chin (3 Oct 1937-2 Feb 2003) Legendary#Jamaicanmusic producer entrepreneur born [--] years ago today in#Kingston. With wife Patricia Miss Pat founded Randys record shop and recording studio in Kingston later VP Records in New York City; the worlds largest distributor of#Caribbeanmusic. #Jamaica #Reggae #Dancehall #Soca https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Randy_Chin https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Randy_Chin"
X Link 2025-10-03T10:35Z 66.1K followers, [----] engagements
"Tee Jay #Jamaican #Dancehall artist born Timoy Janeyo Jones [--] years ago today on [--] Oct [----] in #MontegoBay #Jamaica #Caribbean #TeeJay https://jamaica-gleaner.com/article/entertainment/20240126/5-questions-teejay https://jamaica-gleaner.com/article/entertainment/20240126/5-questions-teejay https://jamaica-gleaner.com/article/entertainment/20240126/5-questions-teejay https://jamaica-gleaner.com/article/entertainment/20240126/5-questions-teejay"
X Link 2025-10-03T17:03Z 66.2K followers, [---] engagements
"#Kingston 1:00pm. #Jamaicans be like Send di KFC one next time"
X Link 2025-10-03T18:17Z 66.1K followers, [---] engagements
"@taychin Most effective solution (known in literature since 1940s; eliminated corruption in Hong Kong 1970s) is replacing discretion with transparent accessible predictable rules-based processes. Modern technology makes it even easier (cameras internet). Will is lacking"
X Link 2025-10-03T20:16Z 66.1K followers, [--] engagements
"Students from Westwood High School Stewart Town #Jamaica. More schools should add hats to their uniforms. A good look. UV protection. Locally made to promote #Jamaican craft/SMEs. A good look. Why not"
X Link 2025-10-03T20:50Z 66.3K followers, 14.6K engagements
"HISTORYS FIRST BLACK COMBAT PILOTS [----] First World War: [--]. Ahmet Ali elikten (Turkey) [--]. William Robinson Clarke from #Jamaica (UK) [--]. Eugene Bullard from USA (France) [--]. Domenico Mondelli born Wolde Selassie in Eritrea (Italy) [--]. Pierre Rjon born in Martinique (France) TOP ROW Left-Right: elikten Clarke Bullard BOTTOM L-R: Bullard Mondelli elikten Rjon #Caribbean"
X Link 2025-10-04T09:53Z 66.2K followers, [----] engagements
"50 years ago today on Saturday October 4th [----] Wonder Dream Concert National Stadium #Kingston #Jamaica. Only second time original Wailers Bob Peter and Bunny had performed together since 1973; last time they ever would. #BobMarley #PeterTosh #BunnyWailer #Reggae #Caribbean https://youtu.be/uRJhW_HFD5Qsi=5lVpGNj1Xt2VVP0r https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wonder_Dream_Concert https://youtu.be/uRJhW_HFD5Qsi=5lVpGNj1Xt2VVP0r https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wonder_Dream_Concert"
X Link 2025-10-04T10:03Z 66.2K followers, [----] engagements
"THE DISAPPEARANCE OF AFRO-ARGENTINES Africans and their descendants arrived in Argentina during the 16th-century Spanish colonization with over [------] enslaved people brought through Buenos Aires ports from West and Central Africa primarily Angola. By the late 1700s Afro-descendants comprised 37% of the population working in domestic service agriculture and crafts while influencing culture through rhythms that birthed tango and candombe. In the fight for independence from Spain (1810-1818) Afro-Argentines played pivotal roles. Enslaved Africans were armed during British invasions of 1806-1807"
X Link 2025-10-04T14:35Z 66.2K followers, [----] engagements
"Sandra Puma Jones (5 Oct [----] - [--] Jan 1990) American singer songwriter dancer social worker; best known as a member of Black Uhuru; born [--] years ago today in Columbia South Carolina. #Reggae #Jamaica #BlackUhuru https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_Uhuru https://www.youtube.com/watchv=Md9pGK6U6eA https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_Uhuru https://www.youtube.com/watchv=Md9pGK6U6eA"
X Link 2025-10-05T08:46Z 66.1K followers, [----] engagements
"63 years ago today on [--] Oct [----] Dr. No the first James Bond film had its premier in London. Shot mostly in #Jamaica it put the island on the world stage just two months after Independence. Ian Fleming Bond's creator wrote all the novels at his villa 'Goldeneye' in St. Mary. #Caribbean #JamesBond"
X Link 2025-10-05T08:50Z 66.2K followers, [----] engagements
"49 years ago today on [--] Oct [----] Cubana Flight [---] from #Barbados to #Jamaica destroyed by terrorist bombs. All [--] people on board Douglas DC-8 were killed. [--] Cubans [--] #Guyanese [--] North Koreans. Innocent students and athletes. CIA-linked anti-Castro Cubans committed mass murder. An earlier attempt to bomb the same flight failed a few months earlier when a device exploded at a baggage warehouse in #Kingston. #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cubana_de_Aviacin_Flight_455 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cubana_de_Aviacin_Flight_455"
X Link 2025-10-06T08:35Z 66.2K followers, [----] engagements
"Henri Christophe (6 Oct 1767-8 Oct 1820) born [---] years ago today in #Grenada. Formerly enslaved; became a leader in #Haitian Revolution; [----] claimed independence from France. [----] elected President of the north turned it into a kingdom; declared himself Henry I King of #Haiti. #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Henri_Christophe https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Henri_Christophe"
X Link 2025-10-06T08:37Z 66.2K followers, [----] engagements
"Millie Small (6 Oct [----] - [--] May 2020) #Jamaican singer born [--] years ago today in Clarendon. My Boy Lollipop originally recorded by Barbie Gaye 1956; Smalls remake became #Jamaicas first global hit [----]. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Millie_Small https://youtu.be/aSM9NpsyLd0 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Millie_Small https://youtu.be/aSM9NpsyLd0"
X Link 2025-10-06T08:38Z 66.2K followers, [----] engagements
"Lord Shorty (6 Oct [----] [--] Jul 2000) later Ras Shorty I Legendary #Trinidadian singer songwriter musician born Garfield Blackman [--] years ago today. With [----] hit Indrani [----] album Endless Vibrations Shorty created #Soca new variant of #Calypso. Father of Nailah Blackman star in her own right. #TrinidadandTobago #Caribbean #Soca https://www.encyclopedia.com/education/news-wires-white-papers-and-books/shorty-i-ras https://youtu.be/FHxmPi3Z03Y https://www.encyclopedia.com/education/news-wires-white-papers-and-books/shorty-i-ras https://youtu.be/FHxmPi3Z03Y"
X Link 2025-10-06T08:39Z 66.2K followers, [---] engagements
"Michael Frater #Jamaican sprinter born [--] years ago today on [--] Oct [----] in Manchester. From Ulster Spring Trelawny; Wolmers alumnus. Olympic 4x100m Gold London 2012; World Champs 4x100m Gold Berlin [----] & Daegu 2011; C'wealth 4x100 Gold [----] Melbourne; PanAm [---] Gold [----] Santo Domingo; World Championships 100m Silver [----] Helsinki. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael_Frater https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael_Frater"
X Link 2025-10-06T08:40Z 66.2K followers, 10.1K engagements
"Bharrat Jagdeo Demerara River Bridge commissioned as a symbol of #Guyanas transformation. I love this for our #Guyanese fam. Lots more to come. #Caribbean https://newsroom.gy/2025/10/05/the-bharrat-jagdeo-demerara-river-bridge-commissioned-as-a-symbol-of-guyanas-transformation/ https://newsroom.gy/2025/10/05/the-bharrat-jagdeo-demerara-river-bridge-commissioned-as-a-symbol-of-guyanas-transformation/"
X Link 2025-10-07T03:16Z 66.2K followers, [----] engagements
"The artist's role is to raise the consciousness of the people. To make them understand life the world and themselves more completely. Amiri Baraka (7 Oct [----] - [--] Jan 2014) American writer teacher and activist born Everett Leroy Jones [--] years ago today in Newark NJ. Photo: Eddie Hausner/NYT https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amiri_Baraka https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amiri_Baraka"
X Link 2025-10-07T13:45Z 66.2K followers, [---] engagements
"Yvonne Brewster (ne Clarke) Legendary #Jamaican actress stage director teacher writer born [--] years ago today on [--] Oct [----] in #Kingston. Co-founded theatre companies The Barn in Jamaica and Talawa in the UK. #Jamaica #Caribbean https://www.theguardian.com/stage/2021/mar/02/yvonne-brewster-talawa-theatrefbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR2XfRvq5KSlKy3N6S4afYLOcJXp9A5CaritGS1e0zhQSvDORTxQXpukcCg_aem_szfj7b-M4wIaBaaG1e12BQ"
X Link 2025-10-07T13:51Z 66.2K followers, [---] engagements
"Harold Moody (8 Oct [----] [--] Apr 1947) #Jamaican physician and activist born [---] years ago today in #Kingston. Wolmer's alumnus. [----] went to UK to study medicine at King's College London; topped his class. Campaigned against racial prejudice; established League of Coloured Peoples [----]. #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harold_Moody https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harold_Moody"
X Link 2025-10-08T11:47Z 66.2K followers, [---] engagements
"Lennox Miller (8 Oct [----] [--] Nov 2004) Legendary #Jamaican sprinter born [--] years ago today. Kingston College and University of Southern California alumnus. [----] at USC on team with O.J. Simpson anchored still-standing 4x110 yard World Record. Won 100m Olympic Silver Mexico City 1968; 100m Bronze Munich [----]. Won Pan American Games 4x100m Gold (with Alfred Daley Don Quarrie Carl Lawson) 100m Silver [----] Cali Colombia. Coached daughter Inger for US [----] Olympic team; first father-daughter to win Olympic track & field medals. #Jamaica #Caribbean"
X Link 2025-10-08T11:48Z 66.2K followers, [----] engagements
"Roneisha McGregor #Jamaican sprinter born [--] years ago today on [--] Oct [----]. Hydel High alumna. Won Olympic 4x400m Bronze [----] Tokyo; World Champs mixed relay Silver and 4x400m Bronze [----] Doha; World Indoor Champs 4x400m Gold [----] Belgrade. #Jamaica #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roneisha_McGregor https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roneisha_McGregor"
X Link 2025-10-09T10:23Z 66.2K followers, [----] engagements
"48 years ago [--] Oct 1977: Samora Machel President of Mozambique and hero in war of independence from Portugal lays wreath at Marcus Garvey's shrine. He later asked why #Jamaicas government wasnt killing crocodiles in their eggs. Suggestion was ignored; our democracy was contentious but safe. #Jamaica #Caribbean https://jamaica-gleaner.com/article/esponsored/20221007/mozambique-president-visits-jamaica https://jamaica-gleaner.com/article/esponsored/20221007/mozambique-president-visits-jamaica"
X Link 2025-10-11T09:17Z 66.2K followers, [----] engagements
"160 years ago today on [--] Oct [----] Paul Bogle led a march to Morant Bay #Jamaica. Poverty oppression injustice heaped on vast majority by a selfish uncaring elite and the frustration of their peaceful efforts set in motion a chain of events that led to a thousand tortured and murdered. #PaulBogleDay #Jamaican Hero. #Jamaica #Caribbean"
X Link 2025-10-11T09:19Z 66.2K followers, [----] engagements
"@gunnerbeeks It is"
X Link 2025-10-11T10:51Z 66.2K followers, [---] engagements
"RIP Diane Keaton (5 Jan [----] [--] Oct 2025) American actress. Appeared in several of my favourite films. The Godfather (1972) The Godfather Part ll (1974) Annie Hall (1977). https://www.theguardian.com/film/2025/oct/11/an-ethereally-self-aware-comedy-genius-the-loss-of-diane-keaton-is-devastating https://www.theguardian.com/film/2025/oct/11/an-ethereally-self-aware-comedy-genius-the-loss-of-diane-keaton-is-devastating"
X Link 2025-10-11T23:55Z 66.2K followers, [----] engagements
"533 years ago today on [--] Oct [----] Christopher Columbus landed on an island that its Lucayan people called Guanahani. Thus began a massive and costly transfer of plants animals commodities culture human populations technology and diseases between a New World and an Old. #Caribbean https://www.smithsonianmag.com/travel/columbus-confusion-about-the-new-world-140132422/ https://www.smithsonianmag.com/travel/columbus-confusion-about-the-new-world-140132422/"
X Link 2025-10-12T11:56Z 66.2K followers, [----] engagements
"When Christopher Columbus arrived on Guanahani (San Salvador) in [----] he encountered the Tano people described in his letters as "naked as the day they were born." The Tano had complex hierarchical religious political and social systems. Skilled farmers and navigators they wrote music and poetry and created powerfully expressive objects. They were the #Caribbeans most numerous indigenous people; inhabited Cuba #Jamaica Hispaniola Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands. By [----] the Tano were close to extinction many having succumbed to diseases brought by the Spaniards. Tano influences survived;"
X Link 2025-10-12T11:57Z 66.2K followers, [---] engagements
"Frank Reginald 'Freddie' Martin (12 Oct [----] [--] Nov 1967) #Jamaica and #WestIndies cricketer who played in West Indies' first Test during their [----] inaugural Test tour of England born [---] years ago today in #Kingston. #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frank_Martin_(cricketer)fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR3rFOu-f34sQDo_m_nTMfRFOiP3MSwynbhClGaxQiD7EEeGYZzuDBAy2mI_aem_54MUm5t_43mX2Y3qNlqDEA https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frank_Martin_(cricketer)fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR3rFOu-f34sQDo_m_nTMfRFOiP3MSwynbhClGaxQiD7EEeGYZzuDBAy2mI_aem_54MUm5t_43mX2Y3qNlqDEA"
X Link 2025-10-12T11:59Z 66.2K followers, [---] engagements
"Lascelles Brown #Jamaican-Canadian bobsledder born [--] years ago today on [--] Oct [----] in May Pen. First Jamaican-born athlete to win Winter Olympic medal; Silver Turin [----] Bronze Vancouver 2010; for Canada. World Champs Gold Silver Bronze. Member of #Jamaica team 1999-2004. #Jamaica #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lascelles_Brown https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lascelles_Brown"
X Link 2025-10-12T11:59Z 66.2K followers, [----] engagements
"Underwater forest Cold Hole Black River St. Elizabeth #Jamaica #Caribbean The underwater forest world of Cold Hole in the Black River 😍 St. Elizabeth Jamaica https://t.co/3O7VfCnHn4 The underwater forest world of Cold Hole in the Black River 😍 St. Elizabeth Jamaica https://t.co/3O7VfCnHn4"
X Link 2025-10-13T01:48Z 66.3K followers, [----] engagements
"There was a similar issue with Moses Lake St. Catherine in [----]. A large artificial lake on UDC property became a popular attraction for locals to swim and lime on the shore. A few enterprising individuals brought jet skis for rental which apparently became lucrative enough for Klans and One Order affiliated to ignore. After several gun battles and fatalities UDC closed access to the lake"
X Link 2025-10-13T03:03Z 66.2K followers, [---] engagements
"Hew Locke British visual artist born [--] years ago today on [--] Oct [----] in Edinburgh Scotland to #Guyanese sculptor Donald Locke and British painter Leila Locke (ne Chaplin). He spent his formative years 1966-80 in Georgetown #Guyana. #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hew_Locke https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hew_Locke"
X Link 2025-10-13T11:42Z 66.2K followers, [---] engagements
"Javier Sotomayor #Cuban athlete born [--] years today on [--] Oct [----] in Limonar Matanzas. [----] Olympic champion; world record holder; dominant high jumper of the 1990s. Personal best [----] m (8 ft [--] in) makes him the only person in history to have cleared eight feet. #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Javier_Sotomayor https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Javier_Sotomayor"
X Link 2025-10-13T11:43Z 66.2K followers, [----] engagements
"57 years ago today on [--] Oct [----] Government of #Jamaica banned Walter Rodney from returning to the island. A Guyanese lecturer at UWI Mona he had been out of the country attending a Black Power conference in Canada. #Jamaican security forces local conservatives Jamaicas Western allies feared a convinced Communist with pro-Castro ideals. #Caribbean https://againstthecurrent.org/atc120/p136/fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR3Ax-8M6oypE1zUO1QRE_Kx37fzg4wSCwoMhwE9NJb9DjtvKI6GnCXdMlA_aem_RiNUu_0SgaxkjXK23VJf1w"
X Link 2025-10-15T11:31Z 66.2K followers, [----] engagements
"Walter Adolphe Roberts (15 Oct [----] - [--] Sep 1962) #Jamaican historian poet novelist journalist patriot born [---] years ago today in #Kingston. [----] founded Jamaica Progressive League - association of Jamaicans living in USA dedicated to achieving self government for #Jamaica. https://nlj.gov.jm/project/walter-adolphe-roberts-1886-1962/ https://nlj.gov.jm/project/walter-adolphe-roberts-1886-1962/"
X Link 2025-10-15T11:32Z 66.2K followers, [---] engagements
"Lois Kelly-Miller formerly Lois Kelly-Barrow (15 Oct [----] [--] Apr 2020) #Jamaican stage and screen actress writer born [---] years ago today in #Kingston. Co-wrote three LTM annual productions; performed in thirteen pantomimes. #Jamaica https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lois_Kelly_Miller https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lois_Kelly_Miller"
X Link 2025-10-15T11:39Z 66.2K followers, [---] engagements
"Renee Cox #Jamaican-American visual artist curator and activist born [--] years ago today on [--] Oct [----] in St. Ann. [----] NYC Mayor Rudy Giuliani offended by Coxs Yo Mamas Last Supper (1996) unsuccessfully attempted to impose decency standards on publicly funded museums. #Jamaica #Caribbean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renee_Cox https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renee_Cox"
X Link 2025-10-16T10:17Z 66.3K followers, [----] engagements
"George Kerr (16 Oct [------] Jun 2012) #Jamaican athlete born [--] years ago today in Hanover. Competed for British West Indies [----] Rome Olympics; won 800m 4400m Bronzes. [----] became first athlete ever to have Jamaica's national flag flown in recognition of winning Gold; won 400m 800m Central American & Caribbean Games #Kingston. #Caribbean #Jamaica https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/George_Kerr_(runner) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/George_Kerr_(runner)"
X Link 2025-10-16T10:18Z 66.3K followers, [----] engagements
"Banks do not automatically make profits. Like any other business operating in a market economy they have to continuously drive efficiency or more efficient players will end them. Lessons for #Jamaica. Bank of Nova Scotia is cutting jobs across its Canadian banking division as part of the firms effort to boost long-term profitability https://t.co/pgNw3OLnmA Bank of Nova Scotia is cutting jobs across its Canadian banking division as part of the firms effort to boost long-term profitability https://t.co/pgNw3OLnmA"
X Link 2025-10-17T02:01Z 66.3K followers, [----] engagements
"Leslie Thompson (17 Oct [----] [--] Dec 1987) #Jamaican jazz trumpeter born [---] years ago today in #Kingston. Alpha Boys alumnus; moved to England in [----] toured Europe in 1934-35 with Louis Armstrong then formed his own band. #Jamaica #Caribbean https://www.blackhistorymonth.org.uk/article/section/music-entertainers/black-british-swing-caribbean-contribution-to-british-jazz-in-the-1930s-and-1940s/fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR1Rq4KoSzbFPU8Fg7hzp3tmuCsmtDhENEkBvsyd92LAp1C8BTc9cJuwCXE_aem_mV3Znyai3jl8DY98OxEuWg https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leslie_Thompson_(musician)"
X Link 2025-10-17T08:21Z 66.3K followers, [---] engagements
"Rico Rodriguez (17 Oct [----] - [--] Sept 2015) #Jamaican ska and reggae trombonist born [--] years ago today in Havana Cuba. Alpha Boys alumnus; played on important early ska records; [----] album Man From Wareika; member of legendary UK [--] Tone band The Specials.#Jamaica #Caribbean #Reggae https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rico_Rodriguez_(musician) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rico_Rodriguez_(musician)"
X Link 2025-10-17T08:22Z 66.3K followers, [----] engagements
"The positive side of Fidel's balance sheet. http://fb.me/2KLYmRZjF http://fb.me/2KLYmRZjF"
X Link 2016-11-28T14:20Z 62.1K followers, [--] engagements
"Credit rating agency Moody's fined US$864m for role in [----] financial crash. Fincest is that a word http://fb.me/7D6Vi5x52 http://fb.me/7D6Vi5x52"
X Link 2017-01-14T12:56Z 62.1K followers, [--] engagements
"RIP James Berry Seminal Jamaican Poet (1924-2017). 'Dreaming Black Boy' made good"
X Link 2017-06-20T21:23Z 62K followers, [--] engagements
"146 Dems call on Trump to send more Pentagon assets to Puerto Rico Virgin Islands. US citizens in need. http://fb.me/1GAXVOdSZ http://fb.me/1GAXVOdSZ"
X Link 2017-09-27T20:21Z 62.2K followers, [--] engagements
"Anthony Nesty born [--] years ago today on November 25th [----]. At the [----] Seoul Games he became the first Black swimmer to win an Olympic gold medal. Born in Trinidad his family migrated to Suriname when he was nine months old"
X Link 2017-11-25T06:50Z 62.2K followers, [--] engagements
"Garth Crooks Trailblazing Jamaican-British Footballer born [--] year ago today on March 10th [----]. Born in Stoke-on-Trent to Jamaican immigrant parents he played for Stoke City Tottenham Hotspur Manchester United West Bromwich Albion Charlton Athletic and England U-21"
X Link 2018-03-10T08:59Z 62K followers, [--] engagements
"Kingston 5:40 PM. To borrow from Roger Mais the hills seem joyful together. Glad to be home after a few days in Guyana land of big rivers"
X Link 2018-05-05T22:52Z 62.2K followers, [--] engagements
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