The Rise and Fall of Downtown Kingston
Before the shift uptown, Downtown Kingston was the heartbeat of Jamaican wealth. Revisit the iconic stores and the railway that once connected the nation.
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Culture
Buying Melon in Nain, St. Elizabeth and getting a history lesson
As the rain subsided, I started to scout out which vendor I wanted to stop at. Alas! I spotted a melon truck
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Jamaica’s Jolly Buses: School boy Memories
From “Jolly Joseph” to “Journey of Sorrow,” the JOS shaped generations. Our writer shares hilarious & heartwarming memories.
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Joy leaves Kingston and finds a home in Whitehouse, Westmoreland
After revealing her name and telling me the prices of her produce, I asked Joy where was she from.
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Donkey-cart vendor takes pride in his job
While on my way to do a Kareem’s Quest episode, I saw something unusual in Kingston, a vendor on a donkey.
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The Most Destructive Storm in Jamaica’s History: Hurricane Gilbert
Relive the catastrophic impact of Hurricane Gilbert on Jamaica in 1988. Explore the aftermath and lessons learned on Kareem’s Quest.
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Miss Taylor, a Living Legend of Newstead, St. Mary
Meet Ms. Gloria, an 85-year-old Jamaican gem with stories of cheeky river dips and school days inside a church.
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Where to go in Half Way Tree to find Rasta clothes
Half Way Tree Vendor, Glass A Flex is a consummate sales person, who was more than happy to show Kareem’s Quest
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The 13 most mispronounced words in Jamaica
Jamaican Patois: From reggae to literature, explore its impact on Jamaica’s identity. Learn about its history, pronunciation, and role in Jamaican culture.
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Jamaica’s most devastating earthquakes
A 5.4 magnitude earthquake hit Jamaica in Oct. 2023, causing minor damage to some buildings and grocery stores, and prompting evacuations in some areas.
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