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Key Points from the Prime Minister’s Statement on Current Health Emergencies

Prime Minister Portia Simpson Miller provided details about the government’s plans to address the continuing spread of the chikungunya virus and the national emergency response and preparedness for...

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6 Things You Need To Know Today – December 19, 2014

‘We Believe In Jamaica’ – IDB President Marks 45 Years Of Partnership With Official Visit. Luis Alberto Moreno, president of the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), has indicated that the...

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How To: Start A Neighbourhood Watch

A neighbourhood watch is a group of neighbours who look out for each other and report suspicious actions to the police; working together with law enforcement officers to keep their community safe....

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Sweet Potatoes – Health Benefits and Recipes

Did you know that sweet potatoes have twice the fibre, twice the calcium, and over 1300 times more vitamin A than white potatoes? Sweet potatoes are filled with health benefits which when consumed...

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What Is Lactose Intolerance?

Lactose intolerance is a medical issue that affects persons of all ages and sizes. It is often referred to as an allergy to milk, but in fact, is the body’s inability to digest lactose. What is...

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How To Find And Follow Your Passion

If you are reading this, there is a high chance that you are pursuing an education or pursuing a career. Or, if you’re capable, are doing both! The fact of the matter is that we venture onto these...

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How 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...

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Filmed 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...

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CSEC & 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,...

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Jamaican 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...

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6 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...

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2019 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...

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The 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...

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Ackee: 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...

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How 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...

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5 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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When Heat Becomes Life-Threatening

Increased physical activity and prolonged exposure to the sun during hot, humid weather can bring on heatstroke. a dangerous condition in which the body is unable to cool itself. Heat exhaustion is a...

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