IN recent weeks there have been several names being called as possible replacements for Karl Samuda on the Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) ticket in St Andrew North Central in the next general election….
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Gordon Robinson | Do your job … quietly
I’m an unrepentant supporter of the Greg (oops, sorry “Gag”) Clause in Integrity Commission Act (ICA). When your job’s sole qualification is popularity; when there’s no other employer-written job description; when “investigations” arise…
Diana Thorburn | Pro-legalisation not same as pro-abortion
“I am Catholic but I have to legislate for everyone,” proclaimed then-candidate Alberto Fernandez in his campaign promise to reintroduce a bill to legalise abortion in Argentina. After winning the presidency, he fulfilled…
Jamaica’s Unemployment Rate Reaches All-time Low: Which Jobs Are in Demand Right Now?
As of April 2023, Jamaica has achieved a significant milestone with its unemployment rate dropping to an all-time low of 4.5 percent, the lowest since the island gained independence. This essentially means that…
Did England Overlook Jamaican Hero Goalkeeper Rebecca Spencer?
Jamaican football fans have been praising Jamaica’s Reggae Girlz’ goalkeeper Rebecca Spencer, who has demonstrated exceptional talent and resilience at the FIFA Women’s World Cup. Rebecca, who began her football career path in…
11 Benefits of Yams That May Amaze You
Rich in vitamins, minerals, and low in fat, the humble yam is gaining in popularity around the world and is being used as a substitute for traditional potatoes. It doesn’t matter which of…
Your Guide to Asking for Directions in Jamaican Patois
Perhaps one of the most difficult things to do in Jamaican Patois is to ask for directions then follow them according to what a local instructs you. This is especially true in the…
Listen to the Podcast of the Jamaica & Caribbean Weekly News Summary for the week ending August 18 2023
This is a Podcast of the Jamaica & Caribbean Weekly News Summary for the week ending August 18, 2023. The JAMAICA WEEKLY News Summary Podcast is brought to you by Jamaicans.com. For past…
Blend into the Jamaican Crowd with These Useful Patois Expressions
If you plan to visit Jamaica soon, you might be wondering how best you can fit into a conversation without being singled out as a ‘foreigner”. You might want to be able to…
Cedella Marley: the “Backbone” of Women Football in Jamaica
The exceptional performance of the Reggae Girlz, Jamaica’s national women’s football team, at the 2023 Women’s World Cup – and even the team’s existence – was made possible to a very large degree…