UK Guardian Reports Ironmaking Method from Jamaican Slaves in Saint Thomas Led to England’s Success

UK-based newspaper The Guardian, in a recent report, is suggesting that the innovation behind England’s rise as the world’s leading iron exporter during the Industrial Revolution was actually appropriated from an 18th-century Jamaican foundry. The technique known as the Cort process, credited to English ironmaster Henry Cort, allowed mass production of wrought iron from scrap […]

Bloomberg Names Jamaican Rum as Top Choice for High-End Collectors

Jamaican rum has once again grabbed the spotlight, and this time, it’s courtesy of US-based news agency, Bloomberg. In their recent report, they highlighted the surging popularity of aged Jamaican rum, particularly among high-spending collectors. The article delves into the reasons behind the enduring reputation of Jamaican rum, which can be attributed to the traditional […]