Monthly Archives: April 2013

Inflation Basket

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Free up the herb

Nice article from the Gleaner about John Boehner’s daughter: “Livern Barrett, Gleaner Writer The daughter of United States (US) House Speaker, John Boehner, is to marry a Jamaican man. Media reports in the US say Lindsay Boehner is engaged to … Continue reading

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Chris Gayle

Big up Chris Gayle on scoring the fastest century in test cricket. “Chris Gayle scores fastest century in cricket history during IPL game • West Indian scores 30-ball ton for Bangalore against Pune • Gayle goes on to record highest … Continue reading

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The Real Issues

There’s been lots of talk about the tissue situation in Jamaica recently. This one is dedicated to those who have been affected. Jah Mali-Real Issues For those unfamiliar, here’s some context from the Gleaner: “Gary Spaulding, Senior Gleaner Writer Confusion … Continue reading

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Matches Lane

Below is an interesting story from today’s Observer. The idea of using matchsticks for art and craft is intriguing, but what is also interesting is that Logan used the activity as a means of directing his anger towards something productive- … Continue reading

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Kotch

It’s the weekend, so we’re presenting a self-proclaimed viral video by the guys who brought you hits such as Bend over, Jump, and Broad out. Here is the latest from RDX called Kotch. Enjoy!

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Olive Lewin Passed On

There is a changing of the guard taking place. Will the next generation be able to do as good a job as those that came before them? That’s our challenge. According to the Jamaica Observer, “JAMAICAN cultural icon Dr Olive … Continue reading

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Status of Jamaica’s IMF Deal

According to the Jamaica Observer, “The International Monetary Fund’s (IMF’s) management said that it will add US$200 million to Extended Fund Facility (EFF) for Jamaica. It also plans to recommend the approval of the US$958 million arrangement to its board, … Continue reading

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Net International Reserves March 2013

The Net International Reserves as at the end of March 2013 stood at US$884.25 million-a decline of 55.28 million while the dollar closed at US$1/J$98.89 at the end of March, representing a decline of 6.36% in the first quarter. It … Continue reading

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The Liquidator

Rest In Peace Harry ‘Harry J’ Johnson who was responsible for the tune(s) below. Here’s more details from the Jamaica Observer: AL Jackson Jnr was a member of one of the hottest bands in music when he visited Jamaica in … Continue reading

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