UN Committee on the Rights of the Child Publishes List of Issues for Jamaica

Much of the child-protection framework in Jamaica exists as a result of the country’s obligations under the Convention on the Rights of the Child. The Convention enshrines the fundamental rights of all children globally and establishes the responsibility of States in safeguarding those rights. Despite ratifying the Convention in 1991, the protection of child rights … Continue reading UN Committee on the Rights of the Child Publishes List of Issues for Jamaica

2014 Fifa World Cup – How Brazil’s traditional food vendors took on FIFA and won | Al Jazeera America

The 2014 Fifa World Cup organizers have had to amend their policy of allowing only sponsors’ wares to be sold at stadiums On the cobbled streets of Salvador, in the shadow of faded pastel buildings that date from Brazil’s colonial era, an army of ladies in flowing white cotton dresses sell the local delicacy acarajé. … Continue reading 2014 Fifa World Cup – How Brazil’s traditional food vendors took on FIFA and won | Al Jazeera America

2014 Fifa World Cup – The Crazy Rules Some Teams Have About Pre-Game Sex

Science says that sex can actually help, not hurt, athletic performance. But wary coaches disagree When you’re competing in the world’s most-watched sporting event - 2014 Fifa World Cup - you don’t take any chances with your body. So while experts may disagree about whether having sex before a game can affect a player’s performance, … Continue reading 2014 Fifa World Cup – The Crazy Rules Some Teams Have About Pre-Game Sex

Jamaican Food / Recipes: Finger licking good, Jamaican Barbecued Chicken

  By: Denise N. Fyffe. Copyright © 2012, Poetess Defy, Denise Fyffe Jamaican Barbecued Chicken is sure a tantalising recipe option. This meal can be prepared easily and for any occasion. Jamaicans really know how to throw down and Jamaican Barbecued Chickenis just one of the fabulous menu options you can enjoy at home, at a restaurant or a party. … Continue reading Jamaican Food / Recipes: Finger licking good, Jamaican Barbecued Chicken

Reggae Icon Shaggy Releases New Audio Book Go de Rass to Sleep

Akashic Books has announced the release of the new Jamaican translation of Go the F*** to Sleep by Reggae Icon Shaggy with the new audio book entitled Go de Rass to Sleep. Read on. From the Press Release REGGAE ICON SHAGGY (best known for his hit singles “Boombastic,” “It Wasn’t Me,” and “Angel”) records the … Continue reading Reggae Icon Shaggy Releases New Audio Book Go de Rass to Sleep

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Caribbean chikungunya cases top 170,000, while USA sees its first cases

This issue is causing great concern in the region and it is important that we all stay informed. The number of chikungunya cases in parts of the Caribbean continued to surge last week, pushing past 170,000 cases, with the first cases confirmed in El Salvador, west of the main outbreak area, and more imported cases … Continue reading Caribbean chikungunya cases top 170,000, while USA sees its first cases