Jamaica One of 17 Nations in Caribbean, Latin America, Named as Major Drug Producers, Transit Countries
The United States Department of State has named 17 countries in the Caribbean and Latin America as “major illicit drug producing and/or drug transit countries” in its 2016 International Narcotics Control Strategy Report. The names were provided to the U.S. Congress and President in September 2015 as required by the Foreign Relations Authorization Act. Jamaica […]
“He can cook!!!! ” – SMILE JAMAICA PHOTOS
Our feature “Smile Jamaica” highlights some positives about Jamaica and Jamaicans. We asked the question “what is the one thing you love about Jamaicans?” at the South Florida Jerk Festival. – Photo by X. Murphy “I love Jamaicans because he can cook.” The “Smile Jamaica” series is open to anyone who loves Jamaica and/or Jamaicans. If you […]
Work of Jamaican Artist, 9/11 Victim, Joins Permanent Collection at North Carolina Museum
A sculpture by Jamaican-born artist Michael Richards has been added to the permanent collection of the North Carolina Museum of Art (NCMA). Richards was killed in the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center in New York City. His studio was located on the 92nd floor of Tower One. His piece entitled “Tar Baby vs. […]
Day 66 of 365 Things to Do, See & Eat in Jamaica – Enjoy Peace and Quiet at Holywell Park
Located near the Blue Mountains, Holywell Park offers 330 acres with gazebos, picnic areas, areas specifically designed for children between the age of four and ten, and some of the best views of Kingston, Portmore, and Port Royal. There are five nature trails of varying levels of difficulty so all hikers will find something to […]
