In the wake of Hurricane Melissa, communities across Jamaica continue to face severe food and water shortages. While many families are safe, the struggle to access daily essentials remains urgent. The Embassy of Jamaica in Washington, D.C . , in collaboration with the Consulate General of Jamaica (New York), has created an official Amazon Relief Page  where individuals can directly purchase food, baby supplies, and other necessities to be shipped to Jamaica. This verified eff

Motor vehicles stuck on flooded road in Jamaica. When Hurricane Melissa struck Jamaica, it left flooding, power outages, and damaged homes across several parishes. While the storm has passed, communities are still working tirelessly to rebuild—many without stable access to clean water, food, and shelter. Local and international organizations have stepped in to provide relief, but the need remains urgent. Grassroots groups and mutual-aid networks are often the first to respond

Kory Roy (Mama Duke) at Austin City Hall Authenticity turns into legacy. Last week the city of Austin officially declared October 23 to be Mama Duke Day, a recognition of Kori Roy, stage name Mama Duke. This honor is the most recent chapter of her long journey, which started when she was just 14 years old when her cousin began calling her Mama Duke as a roast. Roy grew up in the small coastal fishing town of Palacios, Texas, a community containing less than 5,000 people. Her