Crawle And The World; The Real Reasons Why Adams Went Free But Jamaicans Won’t Talk About Them!
DOES MONEY BUYS JUSTICE?Jamaicans like to talk a lot and skirt around the real truth of an issue especially when that truth exposes the negatives and hypocrisy of an action or lifestyle that they love. The truth is the justice system of Jamaica is similar to that of the so-called democratic world. We did not […]
Creating New Beginnings
I first heard of Janus when I was in the tenth grade during a welcome back address from our vice principal after the Christmas break. Considered the god of gates and doors, this Roman god lent his name to the month of January and had a rather unusual appearance. He was depicted with a double-faced […]
Jamaica’s Crime Dilemma
A Worrying ProblemCrime continues to dominate the everyday lives of us islanders. In 2005 alone the murder tally hovered over 1670. We have yet again broken our own record. Most Jamaicans are now living a life saddled with unabated fear. Our capital city with the exception of Knutsford Boulevard and a few other pockets are […]
Part 3 of Becoming a Permanent Resident of Jamaica by American Retiree in Jamaica
One of the most asked questions of me is “How can I live and work in Jamaica?” For most people this is extremely hard, if not impossible. Unemployment is double digit with no signs of easing. All work is offered to Jamaicans first. Some fields in highly skilled professions are open to the world primarily […]
Genuine Fear and Concern In Jamaica
No, my genuine fear and concern has less to do with me, and more to do with those Jamaicans that consider me a genuine risk-taker. These are people that have my welfare at heart, and are very concerned for my safety as I frequent the shores of Jamaica, in my effort to contribute to my […]
Make Jamaica A Force
It is hard to understand why there are so many injustices in the world. It seems in Jamaica there is a shoot first and ask questions later policy with many of the criminals as well as the police.Don’t get me wrong because violence in the states is everywhere from criminals to the police to government. […]
Turks and Caicos Sporting Club Announces Staffing Appointments
Jerry Giarla, CCM, has been appointed as General Manager of The Turks & Caicos Sporting Club and Community Association. Gerry most recently served as the General Manager of the Great Harbor Yacht Club, Nantucket, under the Greenbrier Resort & Club Management Company. Jerry has an extensive background in the club industry and has overseen the […]
Tomorrow’s History, Today’s Happenings
As I hurried into Sheridan Mall, escaping the chilly Toronto autumn wind, there a youngster of African Canadian progeny stood, decked in a Boy Scout uniform at the entrance to the Zeller’s Department Store. Below his chest, dangles a small rectangular box held in position by a strap that hangs from around his neck. Inside, […]
Five Minutes With Cedella Marley – "Native Dawta"
For many, the moment one hears the name Marley, it immediately conjures up images of elbow room only venues filled with swaying bodies and conscious lyrics doled out by a visionary in midst of becoming an icon. But Bob’s eldest offspring, Cedella Marley, is not only committed to protecting the legacy of her father but […]
AIDS/HIV & GAYS in Jamaica
Raising awareness about the HIV & GAY issues in Jamaica. As of the end 2003, an estimated 22,000 people, or 1.5 percent of the adult population, were living with HIV/AIDS in Jamaica, the third largest population of people living with HIV/AIDS in the Caribbean region (after Haiti and the Dominican Republic). HIV prevalence rates […]