I would like to congratulate the people of Jamaica as they celebrate 47 years of independence, – Hillary Rodham Clinton
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Jamaicans give HOW TO directions
The following (27) articles give practical advice on handling varied challenges from cultural to financial, when staying on Jamaican soil. They are sourced from the Caribbean’s leading newspaper, The Gleaner’s new feature, ‘How to …’, an instruction guide giving practical advice on fixing many of those pesky problems that pop up – without paying an arm and a leg. Seize on info from Jamaica’s industry experts and become a veritable Mr or Mrs Fix-it. See more…
Read MoreSpectacular performances at Mello-Go-Roun’ 09
The performances, on July 30, at the National Indoor Arena, Kingston, Jamaica, from speech and drama to dancehall were, to say the least, well received. Specially invited guest of Jamaica’s Prime Minister, Tito Jackson took some time out to interact with both young and old performers backstage at intermission…
Read More2009 Fulbright/LASPAU Scholarship for 4 Jamaicans
FOUR LECTURERS from tertiary institutions will take up scholarships at prestigious U.S. universities in the upcoming academic year as recipients of full scholarships under the 2009 Fulbright/LASPAU (Latin American Scholarship Program of American Universities) Faculty Development Program.
Read MoreLatin dance craze in Jamaica
Thursdays at the Jonkunnu lounge, Hilton, New Kingston and at varied locations on Saturday sees ladies pouring in for lessons in the variety of Latin and Spanish dance steps, all except for the Flamenco.
Read MoreHow to… in Jamaican style
“Get practical advice from Jamaicans on varied subjects — and learn how to survive and do things… the Jamaican way..” (sourced from Anthea McGibbon’s HOW TO series in the Jamaica Gleaner)
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