Book Review: The Unrepentant Mother
ABOUT THE BOOK:This is the story of a little boy, who was left in Jamaica by his mother when he was 6 months old. He was living with his maternal grandmother. He was then given the chance to go live with his mother in Canada. But when he went there, he met a mother he […]
Book Review: My Darling You
About the book:A collection of six short stories set in Jamaica. They all deal with a love theme. From first love between teenagers to the aftermath of lost love for the more mature, love doesn’t always end in ‘happily ever after’ even when there’s a bit of fantasy thrown in. Each story provides food for […]
Non Profit Profile: Professional Jamaicans for Jamaica, Inc
Professional Jamaicans for Jamaica, Inc. (“PJFJ”) is a 501(C)(3) Tax Exempt Organization created to work on behalf of the success of Jamaica and Jamaicans by serving the communities that are challenged socio-economically, politically, and environmentally. Professional Jamaicans for Jamaica, Inc. promotes education as its mantra, specifically targeting children of single mothers as well as single […]
My Personal Bolt Story: Why For Me Usain Can Do No Wrong!
With the euphoria of the 2012 London Olympics all but waning, I have listened to all the discussion in the public arena about the whys and the wherefores of Usain and his personality, prowess, longevity and the like! But I tell you, none of those discussions hold much weight for me because of my personal […]
How do I sell Jamaican land from overseas?
QUESTION: Dear Legal Wiz, I spoke to you about 30 minutes ago and gave you my email address and phone number. I hope you don’t mind that I took the liberty to email you first as, I am seeking your guidance as how would I go about selling land in Jamaica when both parties whose […]
Immigration: The Application Process for DEFERRED ACTION is Now Open to The Public
On August 15, 2012 Immigration opened the application process for Deferred Action for children and certain individuals. This means that Immigration is now accepting applications for this new immigration benefit. You may request consideration of deferred action for childhood arrivals if you: 1. Were under the age of 31 as of June 15, 2012; 2. […]
Movie Review : Heart of Summer
Well-read moviegoers will appreciate the references to classic Shakespearean characters Romeo and Juliet and the fair maiden Ophelia as they take in the warm and fuzzy, yet heart wrenching story of Omari and Naomi in the recently released film Heart of Summer. Indeed, the story of forbidden love is a universal one. However, Jamaican-born Director […]
Jamaica’s home-based track and field programmes working
The success of Jamaica’s track and field programme over the last two Olympic Games can almost be credited to the decision of MVP Track Club and in recent times Racers Track Club’s decision to keep its athletes here in Jamaica for training. The business model speaks to Base in Jamaica Training and Preparation in Jamaica […]
Why Do Jamaicans Run So Fast?
We Jamaicans have dominated the Olympics sprint track and field events. After each, the question is asked, “Why do Jamaicans run so fast?” With Jamaica’s dominance of Olympic track and field events, many theories have been put forth, but they all ignore the inner strength and fortitude of the Jamaican people. Confidence We have a […]
A Conversation with Jamaican Vivienne Chance the executive producer of the film the "Heart of the Summer"
This week we interview Vivienne Chance the executive producer of the film the “Heart of the Summer”. The movie is set to be released for screening on Thursday, August 16, 2012 at 8pm at the South Florida Film Festival. Vivienne has been working in the film industry since 2003 along with Director and Cinematographer Adrian […]