Jamaica News Bulletin

Before Minka came on to the fashion scene some 8 years ago, crochet was associated only with frilly doilies made to lay on your 'what-not' and 'breakfront' underneath the figurines.

Fast-forward to Caribbean Fashion Week 2008 where the little lady continued to demonstrate innovative uses for the age-old knitting technique with a short and spicy collection of her crocheted numbers which featured a bit of everything from evening to beach wear.

With the long work hours faced by many people in today's world, employee burnout is a significant issue.

Organizational performance expert, Liz Bywater, PhD, was recently the featured guest on the Today show, aired June 6, 2008, on Hot 102 FM, Kingston, Jamaica. Bywater,  is the founder and president of Bywater Consulting Group and she helps her clients dramatically improve individual, team and organizational performance.

According to Bywater, "... burnout is serious business. If unaddressed, it can lead to debilitating levels of anxiety and depression. At worst, it can lead to physical symptoms or even self-harm." 

Chukka Caribbean Adventures is looking for adventure-seekers to star in their newest nature production, the "Raiders of the Lost Mayan Caves" excursion at their Bakabush Outpost in Belize.  According to Chukka Cove, this experience isn't for the faint of heart as there are thrills and chills that will have guests reaching for a fedora when it's all over. 

The Jamaican Government is embracing faith tourism efforts which stimulate the economy and provide medical care to its nationals.

Jamaica's Ministry of Health and Environment recently expressed appreciation to the San Diego-based Miles Ahead nonprofit organization for its faith-based humanitarian mission, in which 80 medical professionals brought some US $5 million in free medical equipment, pharmaceuticals and health care to Montego Bay. The volunteers, which included specialist doctors, pediatricians, surgeons, dentists and nurses, held free clinics and served an estimated 6,000 residents.