We have been through the seasons, and what a chaotic yet wonderful year! Now, the merry-making, glitz and glam, and big money spending have arrived. In our little corner of the world, Jamaicans may not do Christmas the conventional way, but we know how to have a blast.
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Phones and computers are taking control of our lives and molding us into pretzels. They are our entertainment and work buddies and don’t even pretend we all don’t use them to avoid a conversation or eye contact with strangers sometimes. But did you know these trusty buddies also bring body aches and pains, and you could be a victim?
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Guess what’s coming soon? No, not another hurricane! It’s your old favorite New Year’s resolutions! You know, those promises you make to yourself that you hardly keep. The number of us who stick to those resolutions is abysmally low! Did we take that diet seriously? How about that carefully mapped out self-improvement plan? Remember that gym membership we... Read More
Emergency preparedness is a thing now. Natural disasters and crime have Jamaicans on the alert. We store panic buttons, house alarms, smoke detectors, fire extinguishers, and even pepper spray. But getting into or out of our home or car fast brings on finding our keys and using them efficiently.
On average, approximately 2.3 million women are diagnosed with breast cancer each year. In the month of October, we use various platforms and events to spread awareness about breast cancer. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), breast cancer is the most common cancer globally, accounting for about 1 in 8 cancer diagnoses among women.
Modern technology has made entrepreneurship significantly easier. With multiple ways to generate income online, more business owners are implementing multi-channel strategies to increase traffic and boost profits for their businesses. However, while these strategies offer great potential, they also come with both advantages and disadvantages.
When kids are learning to ride a bicycle, we give them padding. When they play on Jamaica’s beaches, we keep them close so we can see them. Most parents put their children’s well-being first, doing whatever it takes to protect them. They teach them about what hazards to avoid.
“Could you imagine not being Jamaican?” There are reasons so many people love this little dot on the map. Talking with a Jamaican can be the funniest thing—we can use slang and codes for a whole conversation. It’s like we have a language within our language. We have no sense of time.
It felt like just yesterday we were anticipating summer. Teachers and students were longing for a break from paper marking, homework, and pop quizzes. But as we quint, summer is over, and “free paper bun!”
As the Caribbean sun blazes, we must keep our furry, feathery, and finned friends cool. Here are some tips for your pets to stay comfy and safe in our tropical heat.
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