A Third World Country Called the USA

Like immigrants from every corner of the world who come to US, those of us who left the Caribbean came here to build ourselves our own “American Dream”. The countries we left are often referred to as “Third World”, or developing nations. Those terms mean we aren’t as industrialized as countries like the US and […]

Day 9 of 365 Things to Do, See & Eat in Jamaica – Frenchmans Cove

To unleash your inner movie star, there is no better place than Frenchmans Cove in Port Antonio. It was in this private swimming spot that Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton enjoyed their isolation. Take long walks in lush gardens and swim in the emerald-green fresh river waters. A perfect place to stay in the shade […]

Miss G’s Simple Jamaican Brown Stew Fish Recipe

Recipes for Jamaican brown stew fish are often handed down from generation to generation, illustrating how traditional cuisine keeps Jamaican culture alive. This dish is easy to prepare, yet so delicious. Fish flavors are enhanced through the addition of thyme and bell pepers, while garlic and fish-meat sauce bring the dining experience to perfection. A […]

Buju Banton to Serve Less Prison Time

Federal authorities in the United States have decided to take almost months off the prison sentence imposed on Buju Banton, Jamaica’s Grammy Award winning artiste. The Bureau of Prisons previously stated that Banton would be released in February of 2019, but his new release date is December 8, 2018. The reason for the earlier release […]