Dec 13, 2022
WE MUST VALUE JAMAICAN TRADITIONS
Most of an entire generation has never seen Junkanoo. They do not know the lyrics to Christmas a come or the joy of walking Grand Market all night. We seem to be losing ourselves in this globalized and monoculture world. Indeed, our Christmas season has become as commercial as...
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Dec 03, 2022
KEEPING SPIRITS BRIGHT FOR THE HOLIDAYS
Christmas is a time for family, friends, and loved ones to come together to celebrate. For many, the holiday season is filled with joy, laughter, and love. But it can also be a difficult time for some. Christmas heightens the stresses of our everyday life. It often makes us...
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Oct 24, 2022
JAMAICA ABROAD AND AT HOME
Jamaicans abroad get love and acceptance from people all over the world. Our exuberance and patriotism are hard to ignore. The soft power we proudly exert with our culture drives people’s curiosity and interest in our country, attracting more than four million tourists annually....
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Oct 03, 2022
JAMAICAN TRUCKERS RUSH TIKTOK
Jamaican truck drivers are infamous for their road antics. The fast driving, horn honking, gear changing and  jakes jakesing, command our attention often, and inspire glee in many whose usual response is "Machine!" Showing them love seems to extend beyond the...
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Aug 31, 2022
TIPS FOR RETURNING TO SCHOOL AFTER COVID
From traditional classroom instruction to makeshift living room virtual lessons, we've all had to adjust to a new normal in recent months. Whether you've thrived in your online classroom or craved in-person interactions with your peers, you've made the best of this...
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