Did you know this about the Jamaican culture?

The Jamaican culture permits a typical Jamaican mother to say some of the most revealing and embarrassing things to their children, especially the girls, to teach them valuable lessons, like how to put themselves together. But you dare not follow suit because you will not like what you get if you try it. Instantly, that mother would transfer all the fake anger onto you, even if you were her best friend.

Good Jamaican story-FLJ helping to shape young lives to become positive leaders

Sometimes it feels the like the only thing happening in Jamaica is the high crime rate. As a result, many of us have become so immersed in the day's crime news that we forget to take note of the many good things happening on the Island. However, all is not doom and gloom. There are good Jamaican stories.

Ardenne High school alumnus urged six-formers to help develop Jamaica

Ardenne High School Alumnus and Federal Reserve Bank of New York auditor recently gave a pep talk lecture to sixth-formers at the Ardenne High School. And he urged the students to strive to make the most of any opportunities they have here in Jamaica. He told them that as they grow into adulthood, they should … Continue reading Ardenne High school alumnus urged six-formers to help develop Jamaica

Books for Kids Ja is coming to St Elizabeth

The summer book drive was so successful Books for Kids Ja has decided to spread its reach to benefit schools in St Elizabeth. So the conveners of Books for Kids Ja, Debra-Kaye Smith, and Savannah Smith have announced that they have selected Ballard's Valley and Brompton primary schools to receive donations following their book collection … Continue reading Books for Kids Ja is coming to St Elizabeth