Jamaican Patois Creole Is A Popular Course At York University, Canada

The students who enroll in the Latin American and Caribbean Studies program at York University are required to study a language spoken in the region other than English to obtain a graduate degree. While the university offered Spanish, French and Portuguese, students questioned why Creole wasn’t offered as well. In response to their questions, Dr. […]
12 Questions with Jamaican-American, Felecia Hatcher Co-Founder of Code Fever and BlackTechWeek

This week we have a conversation with Felecia Hatcher Co-Founder of Code Fever and BlackTechWeek. Hatcher is of Jamaican descent and is White House award-winning entrepreneur and Author of the books “How to Start a Business on a Ramen Noodle Budget” “Focused” PopPreneurs and “The C Student’s Guide to Scholarships-A Creative Guide to finding scholarships […]
2016 Resolutions? Just Do It!

It’s the beginning of a new year, and like most people, you may have prepared a list of things that you really want to accomplish for 2016. Whether you hope to get fit, lose weight, save more money, read a book each month or spend less time on Facebook, you probably have a strong desire […]
County Line Chiropractic Centre backs LB-C Reading Festival and Scholarship Fundraiser, February 6th, 2016, Florida

Demonstrating their continued support for Caribbean culture, and acknowledging the important role Miss Lou played in the validation of the Jamaican culture, County Line Chiropractic Medical and Rehab Centres have again signed on, as “Dr. Bird” sponsors of the ninth (9th) annual Louise Bennett-Coverley Reading Festival (and Scholarship Fundraiser) scheduled for Saturday, February 6, at […]
I need a deed poll, but I dont want to use my marriage info

QUESTION: Dear Legal Wiz, My documents got lost and I need to replace them. When I went to the authorities they told me I have to deed poll my name as my last name on the birth papers did not have a hyphen. When I tried to deed poll my name, they say I need […]
Day 18 of 365 Things to Do, See & Eat in Jamaica – Not Just for Foodies: Zimbali

If you’re looking for a break from beach culture, the tour at Zimbali’s “Farm to Table” Cooking Tour might be just the thing. Located 20 minutes from Negril, the Zimbali tour offers lots of information about the organic crops grown there and a great view of the valley from its main villa lounge. You’ll get […]