Out of Many, One People: The Africans
2010-08-31
The influence of African ancestors is strongly shown in Jamaica’s matriarchial society, music, dance, oral traditions, superstitious beliefs, culture, cuisine.Continue Reading
Rebecca Tortello looks at Jamaican proverbs Part 1
2010-08-27
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Perceptions abound that Jamaican children’s self-awareness, their sense of pride, is being eroded due to exposure to American television, music and merchandise.Continue Reading
Mexican breaks 9-year curse claiming Miss Universe crown
2010-08-25
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Clearly Jimena Navarrete proves Mexicans have as much determination to rise above the odds as Jamaicans do. Thanks to Yendi who beat the odds of 2010 challengesContinue Reading
Congrats Yendi, our Caribbean Queen of the Universe
2010-08-24
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Miss World is far more prestigious than Miss Universe, but none makes us the more prouder. Yendi, culture ambassador could have won either given the right year.Continue Reading
Out of Many, One People: The Spanish
2010-08-12
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The Spanish introduced many staple crops such as sugar cane, bananas and citrus. They also introduced most of the domesticated animals found on the island. Continue Reading
Bounty, Beenie give Fully Loaded view of dancehall culture
2010-08-07
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Fully Loaded was held on Jamaica’s Independence Day, August 6th in Port Royal. Of course, Bounty Killer and Beenie Man gave full dancehall performances.Continue Reading
Special culture features on www.antheamcgibbon.com
2010-08-06
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Getting addicted to Jamaica’s culture? Stay connected to www.antheamcgibbon.com for features and reviews on arts, creativity, cultureContinue Reading
Godfather of Dancehall, Sugar Minott dies
2010-07-11
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Almost a year after King of Pop Michael Jackson died at 50, Godfather to Dancehall Barrington “Sugar” Minott dies at 54.Continue Reading
Jews -Jamaica’s newest tourist attraction
2010-07-08
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The culinary skills and religious commitments have made the Jews among pertinent Jewels of the island of Jamaica.Continue Reading
Out of Many, One People: The Lebanese and Syrians
2010-06-27
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Many started out as pedlars, becoming successful merchants over time opening dry goods stores in downtown Kingston.Continue Reading
