Doctor warns virus might thrive in municipality "I say to you, if you have a house in Portmore, sell it!" These are the words of a medical doctor with a grave concern for residents of Portmore, St Catherine, who believes the impending Zika virus could gradually wipe out the population. Dr Jephthah Ford said Jamaica … Continue reading Zik V could destroy Portmore, Jamaica – Doctor warns virus might thrive in municipality
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Articles surrounding issues relating to Jamaica
Jamaica Review: The Pitfalls of FLOW Customer Service and Reliability
FLOW Jamaica Sad to say, I am now a disgruntled customer of telecommunications provider FLOW Jamaica. It was not always like this. For years, I could always depend on continuous, uninterrupted internet service from FLOW's Network. Not anymore. Since their merger with LIME, the service all around has been horrible, to say the least. Extensive outages, … Continue reading Jamaica Review: The Pitfalls of FLOW Customer Service and Reliability
18 Degrees North recently aired Jamaica’s own Panama Papers, on Prime Minister Andrew Holness
The Caribbean television show, 18 Degrees North, recently aired Jamaica's own Panama Papers; featuring Prime Minister Andrew Holness. This created quite a buzz on social media and on various mass media portals, even trending on Twitter. They investigated his link to various properties in Jamaica, outstanding taxes and of course, his mansion in Beverly Hills. Take … Continue reading 18 Degrees North recently aired Jamaica’s own Panama Papers, on Prime Minister Andrew Holness
Where is Perri? Strawberry Hill, Jamaica
Location: St Andrew Strawberry Hill Jamaica is a gem in the mountains of St. Andrew, known as a luxurious outpost and for having a gorgeous lookout. Guests can then bask in the country-side side scenery while they chit-chat, relax or feast. Strawberry Hill got it’s name when the then-owner discovered that the property’s elevation was ideal for growing strawberries. Blue … Continue reading Where is Perri? Strawberry Hill, Jamaica
Alia Atkinson wins a new world record – and a first for a black woman
Bim Adewunmi: The Jamaican 100m breaststroke swimmer has double cause to celebrate after her record-breaking win at the Fina World Swimming championships. ***** Abig congratulations to Jamaican swimmer Alia Atkinson, who is a new 100m breaststroke champion. Atkinson completed the race in 1 minute and 2.36 seconds at the Fina World Swimming championships in Doha at the … Continue reading Alia Atkinson wins a new world record – and a first for a black woman
Jamaican Fish Recipes
Jamaican food is one of the best in the world. We are surrounded by the Caribbean Sea so we gladly part take in all that it has to offer; that includes fish, crab and lobster. Fry Fish with festival and bammy Steam Fish with crackers and vegetable. Stew Fish with sliced vegetables. Lobster with … Continue reading Jamaican Fish Recipes
Health Benefits of the Banana
Bananas are one of my favorite fruits; I cant live without them. Let's explore all the good health benefits of this super fruit.
Summer 2016 Musings #1 – Silk Slips, The Clothing of Choice
It’s funny how a heat wave can get you to consider wearing new things. Slips have never been my thing, but 96 degrees or higher in the shade…has made them the only sane choice. I can’t believe it has taken me over a dozen years, to stash my tom boy ways and agree to even … Continue reading Summer 2016 Musings #1 – Silk Slips, The Clothing of Choice
Jamaican Food: Patty & Coco Bread
There is nothing more beguiling to a Jamaican than having our favourite Jamaican food, patty and coco bread. If you have ever been to Jamaica or visited a Jamaican food joint in your locale, then I think you know where we’re headed with this article. The Jamaican Patty and Coco Bread are like no other … Continue reading Jamaican Food: Patty & Coco Bread
Jamaica Festival Song, Looking Forward
Jamaica has a rich history, in various areas including sports, arts, culture, food etc. Surely not the least of these, is music. Jamaicans have thrived and are known to be some of the most easy going and happiest people in the world; simply, because they can ‘bill’ a vibe from listening to music. Jamaica, as … Continue reading Jamaica Festival Song, Looking Forward
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