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Should We Scam Them?
The Jamaican law enforcers have been working very hard to combat the rise in the lottery scams that have been associated with the nation in recent years. While I believe it is silly that persons actually get tricked by these scammers I cannot help but frown upon this unlawful and unethical behavior. Living on the…
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Jamaican Bus Conductors
Jamaican bus conductors – individuals who assist with the loading of, and collection of fares on public transport buses. They are usually very aggressive and try to milk as much money from one trip as is possible. Your comfort and safety is the least of their concerns and passengers are very plainly objectified. Jamaica, based…
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The Problem With Jamaican Time
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10 Reasons Why It Is Better To Be Straight
There are straight people, there are gay people, there are those who are in between, there are those who have not yet decided and there is nothing we can do about that. But while the world more openly accepts the vast variations of orientation, we must be mindful that there are implications. Traditionally speaking it…
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Poem: Guineps: Taste And Buy
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The Use of English in Jamaica
English is the language of Jamaica. But while standard English is seldom used in informal conversations, it is clearly understood by the population. More frequently we use the Jamaican patois, our creole language which was conceived through a mix of Spanish and English. It is a significant part of our culture and is often used…
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What are you searching for? Part 1
In order to find online articles, readers may visit a website directly, find links on social media, applications or through search engines. WordPress provides statistics regarding referrals to their blogs and often displays the search terms used. In 2013 Google started the mas expansion of search terms they encrypt for privacy reasons. As a result,…
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Jamaican Cornmeal Pudding Recipe
Cornmeal pudding is very easy to prepare and has been a favorite among Jamaicans for as long as I can remember. Ingredients: 3 Cups Cornmeal 3/4 Cups Flour 2 Cups Sugar 1 Teaspoon Salt 2 Teaspoon Cinnamon Extract 1 Teaspoon Grated Nutmeg 1 Teaspoon Mixed Spice 2 Teaspoon Vanilla 1 Sachet of Maggie Coconut Milk…
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How To Get Good Customer Service In Jamaica
It is well known that Jamaica has very bad customer service, at least when relating with other Jamaicans. Customer service agents (CSAs), whether by phone or in person, make it quite obvious that your problems are of no interest to them. Could it be that Jamaican CSAs are so honest, so real, that no form…
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Art On Campus: UWI Mona
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The Best Place To Buy Food At The UWI Mona Campus
The University of the West Indies, Mona Campus, is the largest and most recognized tertiary institution in Jamaica. The campus accommodates thousands of local and international students of varying cultural backgrounds. It becomes quite necessary for the university to provide many dining options to facilitate the students’ diverse palate. It is very hard to find…
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Interdenominational Relationships: Can They Work?
Life of a Jamaican 