Have you ever heard of the ‘saints’? Well, they are great for Christmas collectors in Europe. Santon is derived from the word ‘santouon’ which means ‘little saint’. They are clay figures, hand-painted and about 70 millimeters high that represent French Provençal characters from the 19th century. Many people have a real passion for collecting these figures. There are hundreds of […]

Daniel Defoe was born in 1659 at St. Gille’s, Cripplegate in London. He was a man of many shades. These different personal traits are reflected in his literary contribution. He had performed a numerous occupation during his lifetime. Some of his important masterpieces like “Essay on Projects” (1698), “The Real Born English Man” (1701), “The Hymn to the Pillar” (1703), […]

Jamaica offers a lot when it comes to tourist destinations. If you want a piece of Jamaican history, you can go to Kingston and visit Jamaica’s governmental and commercial epicenter, the beating pulse of its politics and the creative outlet of its people. Or if you’re looking for leisure, you can visit Negril, a favorite destination for families, honeymooners, and […]

There is a buzz of excitement in the media and telecommunications circle as iPhone and Android users vie for which is the champion of its kind when it comes to mobile technology. From a productivity point of view, both devices have their differences and similarities. However, depending on the respective categories they serve, there is always one that has a […]

Throughout the history of humanity, mother-child relationships have been considered special. Many women say that having a child gives them a sense of fulfillment. One woman stated: “It’s as if through him I found the missing part.” Patriarchal societies place greater value on children. At times, “boy centeredness” can become obsessive. In India, special rituals are performed to invoke divine […]

On this unforgettable day, also hair day for Bena, not a single federal fighter plane could be heard in the sky; the sun over the town of Akokwa had just set, allowing my family members to gather around the open backyard behind our house. As a child, you would not know that those times were still times of war. The […]

In today’s modern world, it’s hard to be a successful freelance writer without a strong online presence. Sure, you may get a client or two through in-person networking, but the vast majority of your work, as an online freelance writer, is going to come from the web, in places like your website, your social media platforms, and even through online […]

Australian rules football for newcomers is a bit of a mystery because it is so different to any other code of football. There is no offside and the players from both sides are spread out around the oval-shaped pitch. The average person with some useful tips can come to understand the main goals of the game and the great skills […]

“Next year in Jerusalem”. The words at the end of the Passover seder always give me the creeps. How many Jews from how many generations have longed to celebrate in the Holy Land. Last year, however, I was faced with a dilemma. He wouldn’t be celebrating Passover in Jerusalem or, as usual, at Nancy and Charlie Behrend’s holiday table in […]

Affectionately known as the Second City, Montego Bay is the capital of St. James, one of fourteen parishes in the country. Birthplace of Sam Sharp, one of Jamaica’s national heroes, Montego Bay has a rich historical heritage that is reflected in its architecture, atmosphere and people. Home to the world’s biggest reggae show, Reggae Sumfest and one of the country’s […]