• Mon, 31 August 2026

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 […]

Three Great Marriage Questions For Self

I am not a fan of filling out questionnaires, especially when I visit the doctor.  As soon as you think the questions are done here comes the next page of questions.  “Does anyone in your family suffer from diabetes?” “Do you or anyone in your family smoke?”  How about “are you male or female?”  Why […]

Do You Know the Distinguishing Features of Jamaica’s New Banknotes?

In June 2023, Jamaica introduced its new polymer banknotes, prompting a scramble among Jamaicans to become accustomed to the new notes and their features. The new notes come in denominations of $50, $100, $500, $1000, the new $2,000 amount, and $5000. Here are several distinguishing features of the new banknotes. Government Acts to Improve Jamaica’s […]

WEEKLY DEVOTIONAL – Serving With Excellence

Tryphaena and Tryphosa. Do you recall coming across those names anywhere in your reading of the New Testament? Probably not and you wouldn’t be alone. What about Persis? Yes, you are excused for thinking “Who?” These three women are virtually unknown to us today, yet towards the end of his letter to the Roman church, […]

Row or No Row: What is Jamaica’s Relationship Status with the US?

On 17 July 2023, media reports revealed an alleged row between the governments of Jamaica and the United States concerning a request by the US to extend diplomatic immunity to the spouse of an American diplomat where the couple is in a same-sex marriage. Allegations Stem From Earlier in 2023 The issue arose earlier in […]

What’s It Like Being a Jamaican Living in Taiwan?

Have you ever wondered what’s it like being a Jamaican living in Taiwan? In our “Jamaicans to the World” series, Jamaicans.com founder Xavier Murphy speaks with Zephon and Cathy Thompson. They discuss the food, culture, customs, the people, things to do, the language, music and adjusting to living in Taiwan as an expat. Xavier asks […]