On Clifton Brown and Community Justice: Nobody Canna Cross It
By now, most of us have encountered the viral video “Nobody Canna Cross It (Bus Can Swim)” that has swept the social media newsfeeds in the past two weeks. I, for one, have watched this video over and over again and have shared several versions on my wall. As I was “deading” with laughter, however, […]
Immigration Question & Answer: Permanent Residence Application
This month’s article will address the issues that applicants face when they receive a denial of their permanent residence petitions. Most applicants who receive a denial of their permanent residence petitions face the uncertainty of removal proceedings or the issue of whether or not to re-file their application or to file an appeal. This month […]
Interview with Jamaican Fashion designer Asanyah A. Davidson
This week we have a conversation with Jamaican Fashion designer Asanyah A. Davidson. Born in Clarendon, Jamaica Asanyah is ready to make her mark on the fashion world with recent release of her own label Circa24. Asanyah spent several years in the fashion industry and completed her MA in Design Studies at Central St Martins […]
Hurricane Season is Upon Us – An American Retiree in Jamaica
It’s that time of the year again! Hurricane season runs from the 1st of June until the 30th of November. Like death and taxes, it is inevitable. These tropical storms vary in number and strength from year to year but they are a sure bet to happen. Unlike tornadoes, hurricanes are easier to predict even though not all forecasts […]
Quotable Caribbean – June 19, 2011
“We need a joint marketing program, not only for the U.S., but for all of North America, the UK and Europe. And it needs to be policy driven. Once our governments agree on a consolidated program that is policy driven, the entire private sector will get behind it – the Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association, […]
The Upbeat Dad: Blended Family Tip: Plan Activities Around Kids’ Schedule with Other Parent
This week my 12 year old daughter left to spend the summer with her mom in the northeast. The school year ended last week so she’s free to just relax and enjoy life – as carefree as ever. She’s very much looking forward to some downtime the next couple months. Last weekend, before she […]
To Floss or Not to Floss that is the Question?
“How come you are staying here?” my client exclaimed when he dropped me off at the Altamont Court hotel in Kingston, JA. “Because this fits my needs. It’s efficient, safe and clean. I am family when am here plus, it’s fantastic value for money. Why?” I am curious. “Because someone of your stature should be […]
Jamaica’s Diaspora Representation
Money talks, and with remittance revenues of over US $1 billion dollars per year, Jamaica’s Diaspora should have a loud voice. With the value of the diaspora’s foreign exchange revenue second only to the mighty Tourism industry, no government can afford to leave the proper courtship and engagement of the diaspora community to chance. A […]
Interview with Unicyclist Christo Coetzer
This week we interview Christo Coetzer a 24 year old South African Unicyclist who toured the island on his unicycle. He started his ride on March 28, 2011 at the Bob Marley Museum in Kingston going from east to west through St Thomas, Portland, St Mary, St Ann, Trelawny, St James, Hanover and Westmoreland. He […]
Conversation with Kellie Magnus co-coordinator of the Anancy Festival Kingston
This week we interview Kellie Magnus, co-coordinator Anancy Festival Kingston. Kellie is a Caribbean author and journalist. She is the author of the “Little Lion” series of children’s books. She received her undergraduate degree from Harvard University and an MBA in Entertainment and Media Management from Columbia University. In addition to writing and publishing children’s […]