Grammy Award-winning singer and actress Coco Jones is receiving attention for her calm response to racist remarks during a photoshoot in New York City.
The incident, captured in a vlog from New York Fashion Week, shows a woman shouting offensive comments about Jones's skin colour while the singer posed for photographs.
Rather than confronting the woman, Jones continued her photoshoot before blowing her a kiss and walking away.
The 28-year-old entertainer has previously spoken openly about her experiences with colourism in the entertainment industry and her determination not to let discrimination affect her self-worth.
Dancehall superstar Beenie Man has sparked debate across the Caribbean after claiming that Jamaica introduced Carnival before Trinidad and Tobago.
Speaking during a radio interview, the Grammy-winning artiste credited legendary Jamaican musician Byron Lee with pioneering the celebration, insisting that his account was historically accurate.
However, historical records show that Trinidad's Carnival tradition dates back to the late 1700s, while Byron Lee helped establish modern Jamaica Carnival in 1989, with its first major road celebration in 1990.
Although Jamaica's traditional Jonkonnu festivities predate Trinidad's documented Carnival celebrations, historians recognise the two as......
Jamaican dancehall artiste Mr. Vegas has been awarded the Order of Distinction for his outstanding contribution to Jamaica's music industry.
The entertainer, whose real name is Clifford Smith, received the national honour during the National Honours and Awards Ceremony at King's House on National Heroes' Day.
Reflecting on his three-decade career, Mr. Vegas described the recognition as a tremendous honour, expressing gratitude for being celebrated during his lifetime.
Other recipients included reggae veterans Stranger Cole, Bongo Herman, Earl Chinna Smith and music producer Mikey Bennett.
The Order of Distinction recognises individuals who have made significant contributions to......
Jamaican dancehall artiste Valiant has reassured fans that he is recovering after sustaining injuries in a motor vehicle accident.
The singer, whose real name is Raheem Bowes, shared photos on Instagram showing bandages on his hand and what appeared to be a neck brace.
Valiant revealed that he suffered significant pain and required several stitches but confirmed that he is alive and doing well.
The artiste, known for hits including Dunce Cheque and Passenger Princess, also shared images of a badly damaged vehicle following the crash.
Pop superstar Mariah Carey has secured a legal victory after a New York judge dismissed a 20-million-dollar defamation lawsuit filed by her brother, Morgan Carey.
The case centred on allegations made in her 2020 memoir, The Meaning of Mariah Carey, including claims about her brother's alleged involvement in drug dealing and criminal activity.
The judge ruled that Morgan failed to establish that the singer knowingly published false information or acted with reckless disregard for the truth.
Carey's legal team welcomed the decision, while her brother's attorney has confirmed plans to appeal the ruling.
The highly anticipated video game Grand Theft Auto VI is scheduled for release on November 19, with economists warning it could cost the United States economy approximately one billion dollars in lost productivity.
One estimate suggests as many as 1.5 million Americans could miss work to play the game, while human resources company BambooHR reports a significant increase in vacation requests around the launch date.
The game is also projected to generate billions in sales, with analysts estimating up to 37 million copies could be sold during its first week.
Grand Theft Auto VI will launch on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X and S.
Grammy Award-winning reggae artiste Shaggy has released a new remix of his single Boom Body, produced by French DJ and producer Shaz.
The remix, released through Ranch Entertainment and VP Records, gives the track a fresh electronic dance sound influenced by the growing Shatta music genre.
The original song features Akon and Aidonia, while the new version blends traditional dancehall rhythms with high-energy club production.
Shaggy says the collaboration brings a different energy to the record while maintaining its Jamaican dancehall foundation.
Dancehall legend Super Cat's classic album Boops! is set for a digital reissue on November 20 through VP Records, celebrating an important chapter in the artiste's rise to international fame.
The album features the iconic hit Boops, which popularised the Jamaican slang term for a sugar daddy and became a major dancehall anthem.
Music executives say the song originated on the Stereo Mars sound system before being recorded by producer Winston Riley, with its success helping inspire the launch of Skengdon Records.
The reissue forms part of a wider project celebrating the Skengdon legacy, with a special anthology planned for early 2027.
Hip-hop mogul JAY-Z is reportedly preparing to headline the 2027 Super Bowl halftime show in Los Angeles.
According to entertainment publication Puck, the rapper has selected himself for the performance, with Miley Cyrus and Justin Bieber also reportedly considered.
JAY-Z's Roc Nation has partnered with the NFL to produce the halftime show since 2019, overseeing performances by major artistes, including Kendrick Lamar and Bad Bunny.
The reported booking follows a successful year of anniversary concerts celebrating JAY-Z's albums Reasonable Doubt and The Blueprint.
Neither the NFL nor Roc Nation has officially confirmed the halftime performance.
Rapper Cardi B has made her debut on NPR's popular Tiny Desk concert series, performing some of her biggest hits alongside a live band.
The performance featured songs from her album Am I the Drama?, including Hello and ErrTime, along with fan favourites Up, Bodak Yellow and I Like It.
Meanwhile, Cardi B has revealed plans to return to the studio in November to work on her next album.
The Grammy-winning artiste is also planning another tour in 2027, with potential performances across North America and Europe.
