6 Things You Need To Know Today – February 14, 2013
1. An Act Of Desperation – Church Says Financing Budget Through Gambling Shows Lack Of Morals; Gov’t Empty Idea Bank Costing The Country. When the Christian Lenten season comes to an end on Easter...
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Cripple Cyber Threat – Expert Urges Gov’t To Move Beyond Passing Legislation. An international cybercrimes expert here to help the country outsmart cybercriminals by way of preventative strikes is...
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Jamaica’s Poverty Rating Worsens. Some 1.1 million Jamaicans are living below the poverty line, fuelling an inter-generational crisis… Read more at Jamaica-Gleaner.com Area Two Police Record Reduction...
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Ja Curbing HIV Spread, Says Harvey. As people around the world commemorate the 26th World AIDS Day today, Dr Kevin Harvey, acting permanent secretary at the Ministry of Health, said Jamaica is on the...
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Legacy Secured: Fraser-Pryce, Legend. Six World Championships and two Olympic gold medals in addition to four silver medals split evenly between the two events, Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce has been laying...
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No 2015 Poll – Portia Opts Not To Call Election This Year. Jamaicans will definitely not be called upon to vote for a government before Christmas. After being on the road for five weeks, People’s...
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General Practitioners Say Zika Cases Numerous, Want Change To Reporting Of Virus. Some of Jamaica’s general practitioners are urging the Government to review the reporting mechanisms of the Zika...
View ArticleHow Carnival Started In Jamaica
If you’re not familiar with Caribbean culture, it can be confusing seeing persons walking around in shimmering tights or fishnet stockings, with feathers strapped to their backs, as music blares from...
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Celebrities With Jamaican Roots
We are well acquainted with our local superstars who have magnified Jamaica on the map, such as Bob Marley, Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce and Usain Bolt among others. However, there are other Jamaicans or...
View ArticleFilmed in Jamaica
Sports, food, music and language are some of the many aspects of Jamaican culture that have made the little Caribbean island an international juggernaut. However, how many people think of movies when...
View ArticleCSEC & CAPE Study Tips
The exam period can be a nerve wracking time for Jamaican students, as everyone aims to do their best in their CSEC and CAPE exams. Too often students aren’t even sure where or how to begin studying,...
View ArticleJamaican Folklore
Folklore is the traditional stories and beliefs that are passed down in a society from generation to generation, mostly through word of mouth. Jamaican folklore involves many spirits or mythical...
View Article6 Things To Know About The Jamaica Social Stock Exchange
In early 2019, the Jamaica Stock Exchange (JSE) launched an initiative called the Jamaica Social Stock Exchange (JSSE). We’ve got the basics about what it is, why it was launched, who is it for, how...
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Jamaica’s Decade of Taxation
Jamaica has recovered from the precipice of recession and stagnation and has seen several consecutive quarters of economic expansion. This has come with the assistance of the IMF, the close monitoring...
View Article2019 List of Summer Camps for Kids/Teens
Summer is here and there are many activities and programs for kids and teenagers. Summer is a great time to explore, learn new things and make new friends. From art to sports to the environment to...
View ArticleThe Legend of Annie Palmer – The White Witch of Rose Hall?
Jamaica is home to many legends and stories, one of which surrounds Annie Palmer, very often dubbed the “White Witch of Rose Hall.” The legend dictates that Annie Palmer was born in England and moved...
View ArticleAckee: The Good And The Bad
Ackee is a fruit that is deeply embedded in Jamaica’s history and culture. Our national fruit can be both good and bad for you, depending on the circumstances. The Good: Firstly, the oil of the arilli...
View ArticleHow To: Register For a Business Name As A Sole Trader Or Partnership
Registration of a business offers legitimacy to allow individuals to offer services from an established address. It is beneficial because it allows the individual to access loans and grants, obtain...
View Article5 Things: GWest Corporation Limited’s Annual Report 2019
GWest Corporation Limited (the company) is incorporated and domiciled in Jamaica. Its main activities are the development of commercial properties and the provision of healthcare services. Here are 5...
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GDP : January – March 2019
According to the Statistical Institute of Jamaica, here are the highlights for the January – March 2019 quarter for the Jamaican Economy. Highlight First Quarter of 2019 Growth was 1.7% compared to the...
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