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Sep 19, 2020
Stroke SURVIVOR Took Me On Her Farm Tour | Women In Farming
A sweet soul, Ms Lorna, aka Pumpkin, overcame many illnesses, including a broken blood vessel in her brain to continue her passion for farming. Now she
Continue reading "Stroke SURVIVOR Took Me On Her Farm Tour | Women In Farming"
Sep 18, 2020
Toots Hibbert Remembered | The LEGEND Passes On
Midnight shades, flamboyant yet rootsy attire & a compelling stage presence, complemented the mellow baritone vocals of the legendary singer, Toots Hibbert
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Sep 14, 2020
Jamaica's South Coast
Jamaica's south coast is just as beautiful as the north and east coasts and boasts many serene vacation spots and stop over destinations for not only the
Sep 12, 2020
40 Plus Years Selling Jamaican SKY JUICE (SnowCone) & Loving It | Jamaican Traditions
There's nothing more refreshing than a cool sky juice (aka snowcone) on a hot Jamaican day. Well, let me take modify that a bit; it was true back then,
Sep 05, 2020
Jamaica Election 2020 | JLP Wins In Landslide Victory
The 2020 Jamaica Elections was historic for many reasons, not least the fact that it was held during the Covid19 global pandemic.Here's a quick review.
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Sep 03, 2020
Jamaicans Vote Today September 3, 2020 | Who Will Win?
Today, September 3, 2020, Jamaicans go to the polls to elect the party that will manage the country's affairs for the next 5 years, maximum. From all
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Aug 29, 2020
It's My Birthday!
Today, August 29, 2020, I celebrate yet another year! And again I say, to God Be The Glory! It has been another tumultuous year, but I've already seen
Aug 22, 2020
Jamaica Election Questions - With Answers | 2020 Election In Jamaica
The PM has announced for the date for the general elections. What do you know of the Jamaica elections though? We have answers to the most asked questions.
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Aug 18, 2020
What businesses must remain closed on election day in Jamaica?
A quite timely question, with an appropriate answer. Here's Kasia's question with Deon's answer below. What business must remain closed on election
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Aug 15, 2020
The Jamaican Tangelo (The Ugli Fruit) Explored
What is exactly is Jamaican tangelo or ugli fruit? Where is it from? And What Does It Taste Like? We have the answers.
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Aug 12, 2020
Jamaica Elections | PM Announced September 3 Polls | Decision 2020
Jamaica Elections 2020 | Jamaicans will go to the polls on Thursday, September 3rd, following the announcement by PM Andrew Holness in parliament.
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Aug 08, 2020
The Jamaica Festival Song Competition | The 2020 Edition
A look back at the Jamaica Festival Song Competition 2020; the selection process, the top 10 entries, and eventual winner of the competition
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Aug 07, 2020
Jamaican Black Castor Oil | 6 Surprising Health Benefits
The Jamaican Black Castor Oil has traditionally been a great and versatile Jamaican product. Learn more about it here.
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Aug 06, 2020
The Lead Up To Jamaica's Independence In 1962
In 1956, The West Indies Federation was established by the British Caribbean Federation Act with the objective of establishing a political union and
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Aug 06, 2020
How Did Jamaica Gain Independence?
Contributed by Tracie Shortridge Jamaica was inhabited by peaceful people called the Arawaks from South America. They were lovers of the earth and lived
Aug 05, 2020
Jamaica Festival Songs - Popular (Winning) Songs Since 1966
The Jamaica Festival Song, also called the Popular Song Competition, and before 1990, known as the Independence Festival Song Competition, first took place
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Aug 01, 2020
She Collects GARBAGE for a living - and loves it! Meet Melissa
There is a particular job that very few of us aspire to do, and worst for our children. That's one of the Garbage Collector, certainly here in Jamaica.
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Aug 01, 2020
Happy Emancipation Day Jamaica!
Today, August 1, we commemorate Emancipation Day, this day in 1838 when our fore-parents, who were the property of the plantation owners, were granted freedom.
What else do you know about it this though?
What initiated it? And what about the Emancipation Act, its limitations and the apprenticeship period?
And above that, when did we gain full freedom and when did this day became a national holiday?
Be sure to click the link below to read my full article on this, Emancipation in Jamaica.'
Jul 25, 2020
How to make Jamaican jerk chicken using pimento wood and leaves
This question, How to make Jamaican jerk chicken using pimento wood and leaves, over the last two months, have for sure, been the most asked question of
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Jul 16, 2020
Jamaican Beers | Jamaican 'Sunshine' In A Bottle :-)
What's the most popular Jamaican beer? Is there light bud in Jamaica? And what about Red Stripe? These big, 'beer belly' questions & more, are answered here :-)
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Jul 11, 2020
How To Say Hello In Jamaican
How Do I Say Hello In Jamaican Language? RESPONSE: by Kesha Stewart, Associate Writer Related: The language of Jamaica. I like your question! There
Jul 10, 2020
The Hurricane Season In Jamaica | KEY Preparation Tips and Cautions
When is the hurricane season in Jamaica? How do Jamaicans prepare for a hurricane? And what are the top tips of dos and dont's in a hurricane.
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Jun 27, 2020
Subsistence Farming In Jamaica | In Pictures & Video
I had the pleasure of visiting JahB's farm in the hills recently. Talk about organic subsistence farming in Jamaica? This is it! I have the pictures and video.
Continue reading "Subsistence Farming In Jamaica | In Pictures & Video"
Jun 27, 2020
Tourism travel to Jamaica since Covid19
Another great question about what he/she termed 'tourism travel to Jamaica' during Covid19! Yet again, the asker didn't leave a name, but I don't mind;
Jun 20, 2020
Jamaica Reopens | We're Back On The Road To IRIE, BUT...
There was anticipation, then anxiety, but above that, it brought excitement and hope to both Jamaican nationals and non-nationals. Yes, Jamaica Reopens!
Continue reading "Jamaica Reopens | We're Back On The Road To IRIE, BUT..."
Jun 20, 2020
Jamaican Curry Powder Recipe | What's In It? How Can I Make It?
It's the special ingredient in your favourite Jamaican curry dishes. But have you ever thought about what is in it? Here's your Jamaican curry powder recipe!
Continue reading "Jamaican Curry Powder Recipe | What's In It? How Can I Make It?"
Jun 13, 2020
A Jamaican Goat Farm | In Pictures & Video| Goat Rearing In Jamaica
They visited Jamaica close to 100 times combined! Then decided to make it home. But what would they do? Here's the story of Ruth and Byron's Jamaican Goat Farm.
Continue reading "A Jamaican Goat Farm | In Pictures & Video| Goat Rearing In Jamaica"
Jun 06, 2020
Jamaican Guinea Hen Weed | Amazing Health Benefits
Did you know that our very own Jamaican guinea hen is a wonder muscle relaxant but also has rich in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties?
Continue reading "Jamaican Guinea Hen Weed | Amazing Health Benefits"
Jun 02, 2020
The Coronavirus In Jamaica | The First 1000 Cases - Day By Day
Day by day we tracked cases of the Coronavirus in Jamaica, starting with the first case on March 10, 2020
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May 23, 2020
Jamaican Turmeric | The Yellow-Orange Medicinal Magic
What are the health benefits of Jamaican turmeric? Really, what is tumeric good for? Get ready to be pleasantly surprised.
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Stroke SURVIVOR Took Me On Her Farm Tour | Women In Farming
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A sweet soul, Ms Lorna, aka Pumpkin, overcame many illnesses, including a broken blood vessel in her brain to continue her passion for farming. Now she
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Toots Hibbert Remembered | The LEGEND Passes On
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Midnight shades, flamboyant yet rootsy attire & a compelling stage presence, complemented the mellow baritone vocals of the legendary singer, Toots Hibbert
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Jamaica's South Coast
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Jamaica's south coast is just as beautiful as the north and east coasts and boasts many serene vacation spots and stop over destinations for not only the
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40 Plus Years Selling Jamaican SKY JUICE (SnowCone) & Loving It | Jamaican Traditions
Sep 12, 20 02:47 PM
There's nothing more refreshing than a cool sky juice (aka snowcone) on a hot Jamaican day. Well, let me take modify that a bit; it was true back then,
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Jamaica Election 2020 | JLP Wins In Landslide Victory
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The 2020 Jamaica Elections was historic for many reasons, not least the fact that it was held during the Covid19 global pandemic.Here's a quick review.
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