US Embassy promotes Jamaican art

The United States Embassy here has joined its neighbours along the route from Knustford Boulevard to Oxford Road in New Kingston promoting Jamaican art.

JCDC promotes 'youth art'
Students from preparatory, primary and high schools have the opportunity to participate in this year's national fine arts competition, as the Jamaica Cultural Development Commission (JCDC) moves to promote "youth art".

Rastas and the 'war of politics'

Below is the third part in the serialisation of Peter Abrahams's "Coyaba Chronicles" published by Ian Randle Publishers. Today's excerpt is from Chapter 11 - "The Rastafari". The book is due in stores on July 14.

Tales of a Jamaican dynasty

The name "Barrett" has had a long association with Jamaica. Generations of Barretts have lived and served in the island, contributing through their lives and times to the rich and colourful history of the country.