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Paper or plastic? How has Jamaica benefited?

January 2nd, 2021

Do you remember what happened on this date – January 1, 2019? Well, that was the Government will impose a ban on single use plastic bags, straws and polystyrene. The ban covered the importation, manufacture and distribution of the materials. The plastic bags that were banned were those that were commonly referred to a ‘scandal [...]

7 ways to live Green!

December 27th, 2020

Since we have all been under lockdown. I have tried to engage in all kinds of hobbies to keep me from sliding into ‘pandemic fatigue’ which essentially means I was going crazy and needed a mental boost. 1. Create a compost and use in your garden So one of my hobbies that I started was [...]

Pet Care Basics – How to keep your pet healthy!

December 23rd, 2020

I have always been a ‘dog person’. Growing up I had my share of dogs who in various ways provided companionship. protection and love. Of course I am not adverse to other kinds of pets, in fact I also have had a cat, turtle, fish, birds and a goat as my pet. Yes I said [...]

10 things to consider when buying a car!

December 21st, 2020

Do you own a car? Since the outbreak of the new corona pandemic, having your own transportation has become more attractive to most Jamaicans. The challenge is ensuring that you can afford to buy and maintain a car during these difficult times. So what should you consider when buying a car? Here are 10 tips! [...]

Delivery options – Navigating the shipping world!

December 19th, 2020

If you want to send and receive packages overseas what do you need to know? Well the first order of business if you are shipping overseas is to determine your budget and how quickly you need the item delivered. Shipping Options There are various companies in Jamaica that offer shipping services overseas and the cost [...]

Rolling with the punches! Businesses need to reinvent their products and services.

November 29th, 2020

You don’t have to reinvent the wheel but you have to be flexible and reinvent yourself to change with the times or you will be left behind. Our new normal since the advent of Covid-19 consists of conducting a lot of our transactions online. This means that companies need to adapt so as to meet [...]

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