(884,11,'2019-07-30 16:40:19','2019-07-30 21:40:19','<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Besides being recognized as one of the most beautiful Caribbean islands in the world and being built on a great variety of personalities, Jamaica is also recognized for its ability to produce multifaceted creative beings who are capable of navigating multi roles simultaneously. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Ryan Gardner,32, who is amicably known as Rush is one such prime example, he operates in the capacity of an entrepreneur - owner of online clothing store <strong><em>PiecesByRush</em></strong> - and as a representative at the Jamaica National (JN) bank.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:embed {\"url\":\"https://www.instagram.com/p/BwUt71cBaOT/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link\",\"type\":\"rich\",\"providerNameSlug\":\"instagram\",\"className\":\"\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-instagram\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\nhttps://www.instagram.com/p/BwUt71cBaOT/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link\n</div></figure>\n<!-- /wp:embed -->\n\n<!-- wp:quote -->\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\"><p><em>Gardner has always had an innate and genuine drive for fashion, particularly for styling women. </em></p></blockquote>\n<!-- /wp:quote -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><br>Back in 2015 after tabling possible ways of generating a second income while ensuring that this new venture conflates with something that he naturally loves, he says it dawned on him to capitalize on his passion by operating his own online clothing store branded as<strong> PiecesByRush</strong>.  </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":873} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/PBR-6-819x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-873\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Despite the rise in more and more Jamaicans moving towards owning their own online clothing boutique, that did not deter the Styling Consultant and lover of fashion to chase his dreams. Instead, he was willing to take a leap of faith.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":874} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/PBR-3-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-874\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><br>For Gardner fashion was hereditary in his family; he could not escape his destiny. His mother was known for her outrageous attires along with other members of his family, from whom he drew creative ideas and morphed into his own unique and authentic style.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":875} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/PBR-8-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-875\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><br>The four-year-old clothing business has been making its way seeing the bodies of media and TV personality Terri Karelle Reid, Miss Kitty and other well-known Jamaican personalities. <strong><em>PiecesByRush</em></strong> offers high-quality female clothing that is carefully selected from international brands that are shipped based on their needs.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":876} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/PBR-11-819x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-876\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:quote -->\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\"><p>\"Women are more open to creative and new ideas as opposed to some men who limit themselves to a particular style.\"</p><cite>Ryan Gardner</cite></blockquote>\n<!-- /wp:quote -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><br> The styling consultant highlights that women are more open to creative and new ideas as opposed to some men who limit themselves to a particular style - primarily owing to the narrative that is crafted by society on how a man should operate and dress. This makes it difficult to cater to males in Jamaica, Gardner shared in an exclusive interview with <strong>Buzz</strong>. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":877} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/PBR-4-819x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-877\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The fashion enthusiast also noted that the cost for male clothing is far more costly than those for females, thus making it easier for him to cater to female clients.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":878} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/PBR-2-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-878\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>For Gardner, balancing two jobs is like riding a bike. However, he shared that priority and first preference is allocated to his passion and love at all time, <strong><em>PiecesByRush</em></strong>. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:gallery {\"ids\":[879,880,881]} -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-3 is-cropped\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/PBR-1-819x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"879\" data-link=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/?attachment_id=879\" class=\"wp-image-879\" /></figure></li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/PBR-5-819x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"880\" data-link=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/?attachment_id=880\" class=\"wp-image-880\" /></figure></li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/PBR-7-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"881\" data-link=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/?attachment_id=881\" class=\"wp-image-881\" /></figure></li></ul>\n<!-- /wp:gallery -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>He shared that as an entrepreneur and aspiring entrepreneur it is imperative that time is given to one’s personal business to ensure that it grows abundantly, whilst not eschewing the responsibilities of your main job. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>His work can be located through the following hashtags   <strong>#bebold</strong> <strong>#bestylish</strong> and <strong>#bedifferent</strong>.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->','PiecesByRush - Young fashion stylist making waves in Jamaica','','inherit','closed','closed','','867-revision-v1','','','2019-07-30 16:40:19','2019-07-30 21:40:19','',867,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/article/867-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(885,11,'2019-07-30 16:41:41','2019-07-30 21:41:41','<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Besides being recognized as one of the most beautiful Caribbean islands in the world and being built on a great variety of personalities, Jamaica is also recognized for its ability to produce multifaceted creative beings who are capable of navigating multi roles simultaneously. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Ryan Gardner,32, who is amicably known as Rush is one such prime example, he operates in the capacity of an entrepreneur - owner of online clothing store <strong><em>PiecesByRush</em></strong> - and as a representative at the Jamaica National (JN) bank.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:embed {\"url\":\"https://www.instagram.com/p/BwUt71cBaOT/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link\",\"type\":\"rich\",\"providerNameSlug\":\"instagram\",\"className\":\"\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-instagram\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\nhttps://www.instagram.com/p/BwUt71cBaOT/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link\n</div></figure>\n<!-- /wp:embed -->\n\n<!-- wp:quote -->\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\"><p><em>Gardner has always had an innate and genuine drive for fashion, particularly for styling women. </em></p></blockquote>\n<!-- /wp:quote -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Back in 2015 after tabling possible ways of generating a second income while ensuring that this new venture conflates with something that he naturally loves, he says it dawned on him to capitalize on his passion by operating his own online clothing store branded as<strong> PiecesByRush</strong>.  </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":873} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/PBR-6-819x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-873\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Despite the rise in more and more Jamaicans moving towards owning their own online clothing boutique, that did not deter the Styling Consultant and lover of fashion to chase his dreams. Instead, he was willing to take a leap of faith.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":874} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/PBR-3-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-874\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>For Gardner fashion was hereditary in his family; he could not escape his destiny. His mother was known for her outrageous attires along with other members of his family, from whom he drew creative ideas and morphed into his own unique and authentic style.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":875} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/PBR-8-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-875\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The four-year-old clothing business has been making its way seeing the bodies of media and TV personality Terri Karelle Reid, Miss Kitty and other well-known Jamaican personalities. <strong><em>PiecesByRush</em></strong> offers high-quality female clothing that is carefully selected from international brands that are shipped based on their needs.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":876} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/PBR-11-819x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-876\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:quote -->\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\"><p>\"Women are more open to creative and new ideas as opposed to some men who limit themselves to a particular style.\"</p><cite>Ryan Gardner</cite></blockquote>\n<!-- /wp:quote -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p> The styling consultant highlights that women are more open to creative and new ideas as opposed to some men who limit themselves to a particular style - primarily owing to the narrative that is crafted by society on how a man should operate and dress. This makes it difficult to cater to males in Jamaica, Gardner shared in an exclusive interview with <strong>Buzz</strong>. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":877} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/PBR-4-819x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-877\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The fashion enthusiast also noted that the cost for male clothing is far more costly than those for females, thus making it easier for him to cater to female clients.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":878} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/PBR-2-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-878\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>For Gardner, balancing two jobs is like riding a bike. However, he shared that priority and first preference is allocated to his passion and love at all time, <strong><em>PiecesByRush</em></strong>. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:gallery {\"ids\":[879,880,881]} -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-3 is-cropped\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/PBR-1-819x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"879\" data-link=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/?attachment_id=879\" class=\"wp-image-879\" /></figure></li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/PBR-5-819x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"880\" data-link=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/?attachment_id=880\" class=\"wp-image-880\" /></figure></li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/PBR-7-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"881\" data-link=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/?attachment_id=881\" class=\"wp-image-881\" /></figure></li></ul>\n<!-- /wp:gallery -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>He shared that as an entrepreneur and aspiring entrepreneur it is imperative that time is given to one’s personal business to ensure that it grows abundantly, whilst not eschewing the responsibilities of your main job. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>His work can be located through the following hashtags   <strong>#bebold</strong> <strong>#bestylish</strong> and <strong>#bedifferent</strong>.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->','PiecesByRush - Young fashion stylist making waves in Jamaica','','inherit','closed','closed','','867-revision-v1','','','2019-07-30 16:41:41','2019-07-30 21:41:41','',867,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/article/867-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(886,11,'2019-07-30 16:43:39','2019-07-30 21:43:39','<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Besides being recognized as one of the most beautiful Caribbean islands in the world and being built on a great variety of personalities, Jamaica is also recognized for its ability to produce multifaceted creative beings who are capable of navigating multi roles simultaneously. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Ryan Gardner,32, who is amicably known as Rush is one such prime example, he operates in the capacity of an entrepreneur - owner of online clothing store <strong><em>PiecesByRush</em></strong> - and as a representative at the Jamaica National (JN) bank.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:embed {\"url\":\"https://www.instagram.com/p/BwUt71cBaOT/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link\",\"type\":\"rich\",\"providerNameSlug\":\"instagram\",\"className\":\"\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-instagram\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\nhttps://www.instagram.com/p/BwUt71cBaOT/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link\n</div></figure>\n<!-- /wp:embed -->\n\n<!-- wp:quote -->\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\"><p><em>Gardner has always had an innate and genuine drive for fashion, particularly for styling women. </em></p></blockquote>\n<!-- /wp:quote -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Back in 2015 after tabling possible ways of generating a second income while ensuring that this new venture conflates with something that he naturally loves, he says it dawned on him to capitalize on his passion by operating his own online clothing store branded as<strong> PiecesByRush</strong>.  </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":873} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/PBR-6-819x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-873\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Despite the rise in more and more Jamaicans moving towards owning their own online clothing boutique, that did not deter the Styling Consultant and lover of fashion to chase his dreams. 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His mother was known for her outrageous attires along with other members of his family, from whom he drew creative ideas and morphed into his own unique and authentic style.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":875} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/PBR-8-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-875\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The four-year-old clothing business has been making its way seeing the bodies of media and TV personality Terri Karelle Reid, Miss Kitty and other well-known Jamaican personalities. <strong><em>PiecesByRush</em></strong> offers high-quality female clothing that is carefully selected from international brands that are shipped based on their needs.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":876} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/PBR-11-819x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-876\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:quote -->\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\"><p>\"Women are more open to creative and new ideas as opposed to some men who limit themselves to a particular style.\"</p><cite>Ryan Gardner</cite></blockquote>\n<!-- /wp:quote -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p> The styling consultant highlights that women are more open to creative and new ideas as opposed to some men who limit themselves to a particular style - primarily owing to the narrative that is crafted by society on how a man should operate and dress. This makes it difficult to cater to males in Jamaica, Gardner shared in an exclusive interview with <strong>Buzz</strong>. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":877} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/PBR-4-819x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-877\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The fashion enthusiast also noted that the cost for male clothing is far more costly than those for females, thus making it easier for him to cater to female clients.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":878} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/PBR-2-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-878\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>For Gardner, balancing two jobs is like riding a bike. However, he shared that priority and first preference is allocated to his passion and love at all time, <strong><em>PiecesByRush</em></strong>. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:gallery {\"ids\":[879,880,881]} -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-3 is-cropped\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/PBR-1-819x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"879\" data-link=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/?attachment_id=879\" class=\"wp-image-879\" /></figure></li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/PBR-5-819x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"880\" data-link=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/?attachment_id=880\" class=\"wp-image-880\" /></figure></li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/PBR-7-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"881\" data-link=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/?attachment_id=881\" class=\"wp-image-881\" /></figure></li></ul>\n<!-- /wp:gallery -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>He shared that as an entrepreneur and aspiring entrepreneur it is imperative that time is given to one’s personal business to ensure that it grows abundantly, whilst not eschewing the responsibilities of your main job. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>His work can be located through the following hashtags   <strong>#bebold</strong> <strong>#bestylish</strong> and <strong>#bedifferent</strong>.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->','PiecesByRush - Young fashion stylist making waves in Jamaica','','inherit','closed','closed','','867-revision-v1','','','2019-07-30 16:43:39','2019-07-30 21:43:39','',867,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/article/867-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(887,11,'2019-07-30 16:46:07','2019-07-30 21:46:07','<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Besides being recognized as one of the most beautiful Caribbean islands in the world and being built on a great variety of personalities, Jamaica is also recognized for its ability to produce multifaceted creative beings who are capable of navigating multiple roles simultaneously. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Ryan Gardner,32, who is amicably known as Rush is one such prime example. He operates in the capacity of an entrepreneur - owner of online clothing store <strong><em>PiecesByRush</em></strong> - and as a representative at the Jamaica National (JN) bank.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:embed {\"url\":\"https://www.instagram.com/p/BwUt71cBaOT/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link\",\"type\":\"rich\",\"providerNameSlug\":\"instagram\",\"className\":\"\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-instagram\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\nhttps://www.instagram.com/p/BwUt71cBaOT/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link\n</div></figure>\n<!-- /wp:embed -->\n\n<!-- wp:quote -->\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\"><p><em>Gardner has always had an innate and genuine drive for fashion</em></p></blockquote>\n<!-- /wp:quote -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Back in 2015, after tabling possible ways of generating a second income while ensuring that this new venture conflates with something that he naturally loves, he says it dawned on him to capitalize on his passion by operating his own online clothing store branded as<strong> PiecesByRush</strong>.  </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":873} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/PBR-6-819x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-873\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Despite the rise in more and more Jamaicans moving towards owning their own online clothing boutique, that did not deter the Styling Consultant and lover of fashion to chase his dreams. 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His mother was known for her outrageous attires along with other members of his family, from whom he drew creative ideas and morphed into his own unique and authentic style.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":875} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/PBR-8-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-875\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The four-year-old clothing business has been making its way seeing the bodies of media and TV personality Terri Karelle Reid, Miss Kitty and other well-known Jamaican personalities. <strong><em>PiecesByRush</em></strong> offers high-quality female clothing that is carefully selected from international brands that are shipped based on their needs.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":876} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/PBR-11-819x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-876\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:quote -->\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\"><p>\"Women are more open to creative and new ideas as opposed to some men who limit themselves to a particular style.\"</p><cite>Ryan Gardner</cite></blockquote>\n<!-- /wp:quote -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p> The styling consultant highlights that women are more open to creative and new ideas as opposed to some men who limit themselves to a particular style - primarily owing to the narrative that is crafted by society on how a man should operate and dress. This makes it difficult to cater to males in Jamaica, Gardner shared in an exclusive interview with <strong>Buzz</strong>. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":877} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/PBR-4-819x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-877\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The fashion enthusiast also noted that the cost for male clothing is far more costly than those for females, thus making it easier for him to cater to female clients.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":878} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/PBR-2-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-878\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>For Gardner, balancing two jobs is like riding a bike. However, he shared that priority and first preference is allocated to his passion and love at all time, <strong><em>PiecesByRush</em></strong>. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:gallery {\"ids\":[879,880,881]} -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-3 is-cropped\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/PBR-1-819x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"879\" data-link=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/?attachment_id=879\" class=\"wp-image-879\" /></figure></li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/PBR-5-819x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"880\" data-link=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/?attachment_id=880\" class=\"wp-image-880\" /></figure></li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/PBR-7-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"881\" data-link=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/?attachment_id=881\" class=\"wp-image-881\" /></figure></li></ul>\n<!-- /wp:gallery -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>He shared that as an entrepreneur and aspiring entrepreneur it is imperative that time is given to one’s personal business to ensure that it grows abundantly, whilst not eschewing the responsibilities of your main job. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>His work can be located through the following hashtags   <strong>#bebold</strong> <strong>#bestylish</strong> and <strong>#bedifferent</strong>.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->','PiecesByRush - Young fashion stylist making waves in Jamaica','','inherit','closed','closed','','867-revision-v1','','','2019-07-30 16:46:07','2019-07-30 21:46:07','',867,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/article/867-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(888,21,'2019-07-30 17:08:57','2019-07-30 22:08:57','<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Eating healthy? Check. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Exercising? Check. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Going to bed early? Check. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Doing the typical stuff that should make you feel as though you\'re in fact on the healthier side of life? I bet even for this too you’d probably say check. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>But check this out, not to burst your bubble, but the sad reality is that approximately 58 per cent of you are actually engaging in one or more bad habits that affect the progress of the fruitful long life that you, my dear readers so desire. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>We know....easy to make, hard to break - but let\'s take the first step of identifying them.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3>Drinking high-sugar beverages</h3>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>I am pretty sure you must have reached a point where you are just about tired to hear songs about how sodas and high sugar drinks affect your health negatively. Still, should we do the count on how many glasses or bottles of sugary drinks you\'ve had already?</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>I’m guilty of downing one too many bottles of that guilty pleasure and I can assert that you probably have too. But food for thought people, don’t you think all these high sugar-sweetened drinks could possibly link to health complications. Diabetes, kidney disease? Wooooaaa… health-alert<br> right? Let\'s try to reduce the number of servings.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3>Watching too much TV</h3>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>(Bro, you must be kidding me? TV too?!  It\'s summer and the time is pretty hot and possibly if you’re like me with nowhere to go, your remote control and Netflix account are your best friends.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>But noodles doodles, another health alert, a study conducted by the Northern California Institute for Research and Education at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in San Francisco reviewed the television habits of more than 3,200 people, who were 25 years old, on average, at the start of the study. Bad news folks. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Those who watched more than 3 hours of TV per day on average over the course of the next 25 years were more likely to perform poorly on certain cognitive tests in comparison to those who spent significantly less time in front of the screen.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Study author Tina D. Hoang, of Northern California Institute for Research and Education, urged persons to get moving. \"Being physically active at any time in your life is good for your brain,\" Hoang said.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Going outside for even a minute may in fact do you so much good (don\'t forget your sunscreen for more extended walks).</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3>Sitting all-day</h3>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Well, well, well, news flash - who knew sitting around all day could pose a  health risk. Darn.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Research has proven that modern-day bad habits could be linked to poor brain function as well as a high risk of heart disease and diabetes. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Imagine getting all this just from sitting. An easy fix? Get up, get stepping and give your butt a rest. Some experts suggest taking at least 250 steps per hour for at least 9 hours per day.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong><em>— Article written by Shavenya Smikle </em></strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->','Simple habits that may be affecting your health','','publish','closed','closed','','simple-habits-that-may-be-affecting-your-health','','','2019-08-16 18:22:01','2019-08-16 23:22:01','',0,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/?p=888',0,'post','',0),(889,4,'2019-07-30 17:49:48','2019-07-30 22:49:48','<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Blac Chyna says \"communication\" is the key to co-parenting.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The artiste says she has a good relationship with both her children\'s fathers.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The 31-year-old reality star has six-year-old son King Cairo with her former partner Tyga and two-year-old daughter Dream with her ex-fiancé Rob Kardashian.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":917} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/Blac-Chyna-.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-917\" /><figcaption>Blac Chyna <br><p> </p></figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:quote -->\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\"><p>\"It makes it a little bit easier if you can communicate with your child\'s other parent\"</p><cite>— Blac Chyna</cite></blockquote>\n<!-- /wp:quote -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>She said her secret to successfully co-parenting her brood is to make sure she can communicate easily with both her exes.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>She said: \"It makes it a little bit easier if you can communicate with your child\'s other parent. That\'s the best and healthiest way.\"</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->','Blac Chyna gives key to co-parenting','','publish','closed','closed','','blac-chyna-gives-key-to-co-parenting','','','2019-08-14 18:05:16','2019-08-14 23:05:16','',0,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/?p=889',0,'post','',0),(890,4,'2019-07-30 16:49:25','2019-07-30 21:49:25','<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Blac Chyna says \"communication\" is the key to co-parenting, as she says she has a good relationship with both her children\'s fathers.<br>Blac Chyna says \"communication\" is the key to co-parenting.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The 31-year-old reality star has six-year-old son King Cairo with her former partner Tyga and two-year-old daughter Dream with her ex-fiancé Rob Kardashian, and has said her secret to successfully co-parenting her brood is to make sure she can communicate easily with both her exes.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>She said: \"The key [to coparenting] is basically communication. It makes it a little bit easier if you can communicate with your child\'s other parent. That\'s the best and healthiest way.\"</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Chyna praised both Tyga and Rob for helping out when she needs time to \"reset\" away from her children.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>She added: \"My children\'s dads ... help out because you have to have that time to yourself, just to even go to the spa and kind of reset.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>\"The days that they\'re with their dads, then I go take my trips. Basically, I\'m always home with [my kids].\"</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>And the \'Real Blac Chyna\' star also revealed her son King Cairo is aware of his mother\'s fame, and is \"overly protective\" of both her and his little sister.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Speaking to Us Weekly magazine, she said: \"If we go to the movies or out to eat and there\'ll just be people obviously around, he\'ll be like, \'Mom, you know that they know that you\'re Blac Chyna, right? And they know me, too.\' And I\'m like, \'How do you even know stuff like this?\'&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>\"If it\'s paparazzi outside, he\'ll be like, \'No pictures!\' And I\'m like, \'It\'s okay.\' He\'s just funny. He\'s just super overly protective of me and Dream.\"</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Meanwhile, Chyna previously insisted there\'s \"no animosity\" between herself and Rob, after their explosive split in 2017.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>She said: \"Co-parenting is good. With both of my baby fathers, we have a mutual agreement and everything runs smoothly. So there\'s no animosity in the air, everything\'s like, good. We\'re all in a good place.\"\nAttachments area</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->','Blac Chyna gives key to co-parenting','','inherit','closed','closed','','889-revision-v1','','','2019-07-30 16:49:25','2019-07-30 21:49:25','',889,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/article/889-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(893,9,'2019-07-30 17:05:36','2019-07-30 22:05:36','','DSC_0278-1','','inherit','closed','closed','','dsc_0278-1','','','2019-07-30 17:05:36','2019-07-30 22:05:36','',872,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/DSC_0278-1.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(894,9,'2019-07-30 17:05:47','2019-07-30 22:05:47','','MSI_5031-1','','inherit','closed','closed','','msi_5031-1','','','2019-07-30 17:05:47','2019-07-30 22:05:47','',872,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/MSI_5031-1.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(895,11,'2019-07-30 17:08:12','2019-07-30 22:08:12','','Healthy Living','','inherit','closed','closed','','healthy-living','','','2019-07-30 17:08:12','2019-07-30 22:08:12','',888,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/Healthy-Living.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(896,11,'2019-07-30 17:08:29','2019-07-30 22:08:29','<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Eating healthy? Check. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Exercising? Check. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Going to bed early? Check. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Doing the typical stuff that should make you feel as though you\'re in fact on the healthier side of life? I bet even for this too you’d probably say check. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>But check this out, not to burst your bubble, but the sad reality is that approximately 58 per cent of you are actually engaging in one or more bad habits that affect the progress of the fruitful long life that you, my dear readers so desire. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>We know....easy to make, hard to break - but let\'s take the first step of identifying them.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3>Drinking high-sugar beverages</h3>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>I am pretty sure you must have reached a point where you are just about tired to hear songs about how sodas and high sugar drinks affect your health negatively. Still, should we do the count on how many glasses or bottles of sugary drinks you\'ve had already?</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>I’m guilty of downing one too many bottles of that guilty pleasure and I can assert that you probably have too. But food for thought people, don’t you think all these high sugar-sweetened drinks could possibly link to health complications. Diabetes, kidney disease? Wooooaaa… health-alert<br> right? Let\'s try to reduce the number of servings.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3>Watching too much TV</h3>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>(Bro, you must be kidding me? TV too?!  It\'s summer and the time is pretty hot and possibly if you’re like me with nowhere to go, your remote control and Netflix account are your best friends.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><br>But noodles doodles, another health alert, engaging in a lot of television time contributes to higher levels of blood pressure and diabetes. Between each episode in the binge - may we suggest taking a stroll. Going outside for even a minute may in fact do you so much good (don\'t forget your sunscreen for more extended walks).</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3>Sitting all day</h3>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Well, well, well, news flash - who knew sitting around all day could pose a  health risk. Darn.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Research has proven that modern-day bad habits could be linked to poor brain function as well as a high risk of heart disease and diabetes. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Imagine getting all this just from sitting. An easy fix? Get up, get stepping and give your butt a rest. Some experts suggest taking at least 250 steps per hour for at least 9 hours per day.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->','Simple Habits That May Be Affecting Your Health','','inherit','closed','closed','','888-revision-v1','','','2019-07-30 17:08:29','2019-07-30 22:08:29','',888,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/article/888-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(897,11,'2019-07-30 17:08:57','2019-07-30 22:08:57','<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Eating healthy? Check. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Exercising? Check. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Going to bed early? Check. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Doing the typical stuff that should make you feel as though you\'re in fact on the healthier side of life? I bet even for this too you’d probably say check. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>But check this out, not to burst your bubble, but the sad reality is that approximately 58 per cent of you are actually engaging in one or more bad habits that affect the progress of the fruitful long life that you, my dear readers so desire. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>We know....easy to make, hard to break - but let\'s take the first step of identifying them.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3>Drinking high-sugar beverages</h3>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>I am pretty sure you must have reached a point where you are just about tired to hear songs about how sodas and high sugar drinks affect your health negatively. Still, should we do the count on how many glasses or bottles of sugary drinks you\'ve had already?</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>I’m guilty of downing one too many bottles of that guilty pleasure and I can assert that you probably have too. But food for thought people, don’t you think all these high sugar-sweetened drinks could possibly link to health complications. Diabetes, kidney disease? Wooooaaa… health-alert<br> right? Let\'s try to reduce the number of servings.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3>Watching too much TV</h3>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>(Bro, you must be kidding me? TV too?!  It\'s summer and the time is pretty hot and possibly if you’re like me with nowhere to go, your remote control and Netflix account are your best friends.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>But noodles doodles, another health alert, engaging in a lot of television time contributes to higher levels of blood pressure and diabetes. Between each episode in the binge - may we suggest taking a stroll. Going outside for even a minute may in fact do you so much good (don\'t forget your sunscreen for more extended walks).</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3>Sitting all day</h3>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Well, well, well, news flash - who knew sitting around all day could pose a  health risk. Darn.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Research has proven that modern-day bad habits could be linked to poor brain function as well as a high risk of heart disease and diabetes. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Imagine getting all this just from sitting. An easy fix? Get up, get stepping and give your butt a rest. Some experts suggest taking at least 250 steps per hour for at least 9 hours per day.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->','Simple Habits That May Be Affecting Your Health','','inherit','closed','closed','','888-revision-v1','','','2019-07-30 17:08:57','2019-07-30 22:08:57','',888,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/article/888-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(898,9,'2019-07-30 17:09:23','2019-07-30 22:09:23','','AlexPowellA','','inherit','closed','closed','','alexpowella','','','2019-07-30 17:09:23','2019-07-30 22:09:23','',872,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/AlexPowellA.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(899,21,'2019-07-30 17:22:29','2019-07-30 22:22:29','<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Oh, my, God, Becky look at her… </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>You are wrong if you thought of a pert derriere. Jamaican Becky is looking elsewhere. It is the primary subject matter for most female artistes, and it may even be a bit of a cultural obsession. It is all about the \'vajayjay\'.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":4204} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/08/abdomen-belly-button-bikini-1615850-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4204\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>According to Dr Kemel Gajraj, vaginoplasty is one of the most inquired about surgeries even among nulliparous women (those who have not given birth).</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>So what exactly is Vaginoplasty? </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>In some instances, vaginoplasty is used for the construction of an entirely new sex organ for individuals with ambiguous genitalia or for sex reassignment.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:quote -->\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\"><p>Vaginoplasty is a procedure that is done primarily to reconstruct and or improve the vagina.</p></blockquote>\n<!-- /wp:quote -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>According to the top doc, the reasons for getting this type of surgery range from the desire to improve the look of the organ to some women wanting to improve the functionality of it. One of the big reasons women come for vaginoplasty is as a result of childbirth.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Gajraj said it wasn’t just about having a wider vagina, as the vaginal opening typically returns to normal after a few months; though admittedly in some instances, Gajraj says some things may never be 100 per cent the same again. The other big reason, he said, is correcting the issue of reduced orgasms which some women also experience due to a weakened pelvic floor after childbirth. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>For some women who have given birth, Gajraj says orgasms don’t feel as forceful as they use to and so vaginoplasty can sometimes be used as a remedy to correct that. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":4139} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/08/Camel-toe.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4139\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>While functionality is a big reason, some women just want to improve the look. Who looks down there except the person you are being intimate with, right? Wrong. It turns out that the camel toe effect is a winning look. In medical terms, labiaplasties are hit.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:quote -->\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\"><p>While in North America everyone wants to hide their camel toe, in Jamaica it is okay to come from \"buff bay\"</p></blockquote>\n<!-- /wp:quote -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Dr Gajraj said it is very common practice for excess fat from other parts of the body to be transferred into the lips to create the camel toe effect. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>It is also an effect that is swelling in popularity, as it is also big in the underground economy, with reports of fake doctors practising labiaplasties in areas such as Portmore and downtown Kingston. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>However, Dr Gajraj warned that due to the risk of superinfection that some vaginoplasty surgeries carry, women are urged to use only licensed surgeons to execute such a procedure.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>—<strong><em> Written by Denieca-Alexia Daniels</em></strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->','Forget the booty, Jamaican women are flocking Vaginoplasty','','publish','closed','closed','','forget-the-booty-jamaican-women-are-flocking-to-vaginoplasty','','','2019-08-15 11:45:57','2019-08-15 16:45:57','',0,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/?p=899',0,'post','',0),(901,9,'2019-07-30 17:14:55','2019-07-30 22:14:55','','DSC_0071-1','','inherit','closed','closed','','dsc_0071-1','','','2019-07-30 17:14:55','2019-07-30 22:14:55','',872,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/DSC_0071-1.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(902,11,'2019-07-30 17:19:49','2019-07-30 22:19:49','','Vaginoplasty','','inherit','closed','closed','','vaginoplasty','','','2019-07-30 17:19:49','2019-07-30 22:19:49','',899,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/Vaginoplasty.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(903,11,'2019-07-30 17:20:51','2019-07-30 22:20:51','<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Forget the booty, Jamaican women are flocking to Vaginoplasty</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Oh, my, God, Becky look at her… </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>You are wrong if you thought of a pert derriere, Jamaican Becky is looking elsewhere.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>It is the primary subject matter for most female artistes and it may even be a bit of a cultural obsession - It is all about the “vajayjay”.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>According to Dr Kemel Gajraj, vaginoplasty is one of the most inquired about surgeries even among nulliparous women ( those who have not given birth).</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>So what exactly is Vaginoplasty? </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:quote -->\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\"><p>Vaginoplasty is a procedure that is done primarily to reconstruct and or improve the vagina.</p></blockquote>\n<!-- /wp:quote -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>In some instances, vaginoplasty is used for the construction of an entirely new sex organ for individuals with ambiguous genitalia or for sex reassignment.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>According to the top doc, the reasons for getting this type of surgery range from the desire to improve the look of the organ to some women wanting to improve the functionality of it.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>One of the big reasons women come for vaginoplasty is as a result of childbirth.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Gajraj said it wasn’t just about having a wider vagina, as the vaginal opening typically returns to normal after a few months; though admittedly in some instances, Gajraj says some things may never be 100 per cent the same again.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>According to Gajraj, the other big reason is correcting the issue of reduced orgasms which some women also experience due to a weakened pelvic floor after childbirth. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>For some women who have given birth, Gajraj says orgasms don’t feel as forceful as they use to and so vaginoplasty can sometimes be used as a remedy to correct that. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>While functionality is a big reason, another reason is just simply to improve the look.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Who looks down there except the person you are being intimate with, right?</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Wrong. It turns out that the camel toe effect is a winning look. In medical terms, labiaplasties are hit. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:quote -->\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\"><p>While in North America everyone wants to hide their camel toe, in Jamaica it is okay to come from \"buff bay.\"</p></blockquote>\n<!-- /wp:quote -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Dr Gajraj said it is very common practice for excess fat from other parts of the body to be transferred into the lips to create the camel toe effect. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>It is also an effect that is swelling in popularity, as it is also big in the underground economy, with reports of fake doctors practising labiaplasties in areas such as Portmore and downtown Kingston. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>However, Dr Gajraj warned, that due to the risk of superinfection that some vaginoplasty surgeries carry, women are urged to use only licensed surgeons to execute such a procedure. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->','Forget the booty, Jamaican women are flocking to Vaginoplasty','','inherit','closed','closed','','899-revision-v1','','','2019-07-30 17:20:51','2019-07-30 22:20:51','',899,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/article/899-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(905,11,'2019-07-30 17:22:29','2019-07-30 22:22:29','<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Forget the booty, Jamaican women are flocking to Vaginoplasty</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Oh, my, God, Becky look at her… </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>You are wrong if you thought of a pert derriere, Jamaican Becky is looking elsewhere.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>It is the primary subject matter for most female artistes and it may even be a bit of a cultural obsession - It is all about the “vajayjay”.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>According to Dr Kemel Gajraj, vaginoplasty is one of the most inquired about surgeries even among nulliparous women ( those who have not given birth).</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>So what exactly is Vaginoplasty? </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:quote -->\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\"><p>Vaginoplasty is a procedure that is done primarily to reconstruct and or improve the vagina.</p></blockquote>\n<!-- /wp:quote -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>In some instances, vaginoplasty is used for the construction of an entirely new sex organ for individuals with ambiguous genitalia or for sex reassignment.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>According to the top doc, the reasons for getting this type of surgery range from the desire to improve the look of the organ to some women wanting to improve the functionality of it.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>One of the big reasons women come for vaginoplasty is as a result of childbirth.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Gajraj said it wasn’t just about having a wider vagina, as the vaginal opening typically returns to normal after a few months; though admittedly in some instances, Gajraj says some things may never be 100 per cent the same again.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>According to Gajraj, the other big reason is correcting the issue of reduced orgasms which some women also experience due to a weakened pelvic floor after childbirth. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>For some women who have given birth, Gajraj says orgasms don’t feel as forceful as they use to and so vaginoplasty can sometimes be used as a remedy to correct that. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>While functionality is a big reason, another reason is just simply to improve the look.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Who looks down there except the person you are being intimate with, right?</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Wrong. It turns out that the camel toe effect is a winning look. In medical terms, labiaplasties are hit. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:quote -->\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\"><p>While in North America everyone wants to hide their camel toe, in Jamaica it is okay to come from \"buff bay\"</p></blockquote>\n<!-- /wp:quote -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Dr Gajraj said it is very common practice for excess fat from other parts of the body to be transferred into the lips to create the camel toe effect. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>It is also an effect that is swelling in popularity, as it is also big in the underground economy, with reports of fake doctors practising labiaplasties in areas such as Portmore and downtown Kingston. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>However, Dr Gajraj warned, that due to the risk of superinfection that some vaginoplasty surgeries carry, women are urged to use only licensed surgeons to execute such a procedure. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->','Forget the booty, Jamaican women are flocking to Vaginoplasty','','inherit','closed','closed','','899-revision-v1','','','2019-07-30 17:22:29','2019-07-30 22:22:29','',899,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/article/899-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(907,23,'2019-07-30 18:09:00','2019-07-30 23:09:00','<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>It is the ‘year of the vegan’, according to <a href=\"https://worldin2019.economist.com/theyearofthevegan\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">The Economist</a>.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>That means just about everyone is on the bandwagon, with even fast-food franchises such as McDonald\'s joining the list of restaurants now offering vegan meals.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p> <a href=\"https://www.forbes.com/sites/michaelpellmanrowland/2019/04/14/mcvegan-celebrity-petition/#4432c3f13403\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">McVegan</a>, anyone?</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":914} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/McVegan.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-914\" /><figcaption>McDonald\'s recently rolled out their veggie burger with much success in Finland (Source: Forbes)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>However, while the hype means that there are <a href=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/article/5-go-to-spots-for-vegans-in-kingston/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">more places</a> to access vegan-style food, being a vegan is still pretty hard – particularly if you entered the lifestyle fresh out of the transition from eating medium-rare steaks.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Below is a list of five foods that will help to make your transition to ‘veganhood’ that much easier.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3>Cashews</h3>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>From eating them roasted to making them into vegan-cheese, cashew nuts are essential to a vegan lifestyle. Cashew nuts are extremely versatile and if you’re looking for a great way to replace milk in your diet then cashews are your answer. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":916} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/Cashew-1024x685.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-916\" /><figcaption>Cashew</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Drooling to have the taste of cheese again? Cashew paired with a few ingredients is sure to get your saliva going. Not to mention, cashews are packed with minerals and vitamins such as iron, magnesium and zinc and is excellent if you are attempting to manage your weight.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3>Coconut</h3>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p> If you’re the type that loves cereal with milk, or are looking for a healthier oil for cooking – coconut is your go-to-alternative.  </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":923} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/coconut.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-923\" /><figcaption>Coconuts</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Coconut milk is derived from the flesh surrounding the shell of the coconut. Once cut from the shell, add a little water and you have coconut milk or save yourself the trouble and grab a carton from the supermarket shelf.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":926} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/Coconut-milk.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-926\" /><figcaption>One of several brands of coconut milk products available in Jamaica</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Coconut milk, which has the consistency of regular cow’s milk can be used to replace dairy milk in just about anything including cereals, smoothies and curry dishes. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>As for coconut oil, it can be used as you would use vegetable oil, plus the body absorbs it rather easily and has antimicrobial and antifungal properties.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3> Chickpeas </h3>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p> Yum, yum. Also known as garbanzo beans, these beans are magical in helping former meat-eaters to replicate some of our favourite flesh dishes. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":928} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/chickpeas-in-a-bowl-1024x747.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-928\" /><figcaption>Chickpeas</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Yup, chickpeas can be fashioned into faux-fish and even vegan meat-less balls.  Chickpeas are also good just the way they are, make fantastic curries and stews that can be paired with grains for a complete meal. Did I mention that chickpeas are rich in protein?</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3>Plantains</h3>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>It is a staple food of West and Central Africa, the Caribbean, Central America, and South America and is a must-have on your journey to veganhood. Plantains can be eaten cooked or uncooked and can be used to add a boost of sweet goodness to any dish or even drink.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":932} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/Green-Plantain-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-932\" /><figcaption>Green plantains</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Plantains are most popularly eaten fried and are, particularly in the Caribbean, deemed side dishes. However, more and more plantains are being used in vegan dishes to substitute noodles and other dishes that require flour.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":3917,\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/Fried-Plantain-1-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3917\" /></figure></div>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><br>One way to make a gluten-free lasagna is to substitute the lasagna noodle with green plantains. Green plantains are also used as a burger bun in some vegan meals. Ripe plantain is also used to make tarts and is a substitute for meat in pot pies.  </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3>Bulgur Wheat</h3>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Texture, texture and more texture – that’s what bulgur wheat has. It is this fabulous texture that makes the wheat good at simulating the look and feel of ground beef, burger patties and even Middle Eastern-style kibbehs. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":935,\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/Bulgur-Wheat.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-935\" /><figcaption>Bulgur wheat</figcaption></figure></div>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Low in calories and high in fibre, bulgur wheat is one of those grains that is good at soaking up flavours and makes for a great meat replacement if you’re looking to mimic the taste and texture of beef products.<br>Bulgur is also fantastic for individuals trying to control their blood sugar levels. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><em>— Story written by Denieca-Alexia Daniels</em><br></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->','Year of the Vegan: 5 tasty vegan approved treats','','publish','closed','closed','','year-of-the-vegan-5-tasty-vegan-approved-treats','','','2019-08-15 11:46:16','2019-08-15 16:46:16','',0,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/?p=907',0,'post','',0),(908,9,'2019-07-30 17:23:47','2019-07-30 22:23:47','<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Eleven-year-old Alex Powell made motorsport history earlier\nthis year when he became the first Jamaican and Caribbean driver to be signed\nto a Formula 1 team - Mercedes-AMG F1.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>However, the route to the sport’s top tier was only a\nrecent desire, according to his father, John Powell. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":894} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/MSI_5031-1-1024x614.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-894\" /><figcaption> Alex (right) with father, John Powell.</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>“When we went to Europe and they saw the potential in him over there and Mercedes-Benz approached us, that then everything changed after that,” he said, noting that the deal was signed in March 2019.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:quote -->\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\"><p> “When we went to Europe and they saw the potential in him over there and Mercedes-Benz approached us </p></blockquote>\n<!-- /wp:quote -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>While Alex might not follow in his father’s footsteps\non to the gravel and tarmac rally stages of the world, John is more than happy\nwith the direction his son’s motorsport career has taken.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":898} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/AlexPowellA.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-898\" /><figcaption>In March, Alex Powell became part of the Mercedes-AMG F1 team junior driver programme. </figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>“I’m extremely happy. It’s been a hell of a ride,” the\nproud father said.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>For Alex, being part of Formula 1 has been his dream\nsince he began karting in a Trinidadian parking lot at six years old. &nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>“My dad pushed me a little bit, but that’s something I\nwanted to do my whole life from the first time I went to a rally to see him\nrace. I loved it from the first time I saw him driving, so I wanted to do that\nwhen I was older,” the preteen said. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>From there Alex moved on to the rest of the Caribbean,\nthe United States and Italy, racing under the Energy Corse banner.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>It was his success with Energy Corse Racing in Europe that\ngot him the attention of the current Formula 1 champions Mercedes-AMG F1.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":893} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/DSC_0278-1-1024x614.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-893\" /><figcaption> Alex (left) receiving race advice from his driver coach and race mechanic, Juan Valderrama. </figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>“It started from 2017 when the scout and the owner of Energy\nCorse Racing go-kart team saw Alex in Las Vegas. They asked us to come over to\nEurope and do a test in the spring of that year, which we did, and ever since\nthen we’ve stayed with them,” his father said.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":901} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/DSC_0071-1-1024x614.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-901\" /><figcaption>Alex (8) racing against Zidane Madden (777) at a recent Jamaica Karting Association race meet. </figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>As part of the Mercedes-AMG F1 Junior programme, Alex\nshould be able to secure better sponsorship opportunities as he continues to\nrace in go-karts for the next three years. Once done with karts, he will enter\nthe Formula 4 series and accelerate his climb into a Formula 1 seat.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>“I move to Italy in September where I’ll start school\nin Monza. This will cut back on the travel,” Alex explained.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->','11-year-old Jamaican makes motorsport history','','inherit','closed','closed','','872-revision-v1','','','2019-07-30 17:23:47','2019-07-30 22:23:47','',872,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/article/872-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(909,14,'2019-07-30 17:31:44','2019-07-30 22:31:44','<!-- wp:image {\"id\":946} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/machine-learning-demo.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-946\" /><figcaption>Artist\'s impression of artificial intelligence (Photo: HackerNoon.com)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Armed with just the language of thousands of research papers, machine learning (ML) has been credited with discoveries never made by human scientists.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":3482} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/08/scientists-buzz-demo-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3482\" /><figcaption>A scientist hard at work in a laboratory</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The discoveries were <a href=\"https://www.nature.com/articles/s41586-019-1335-8.epdf?referrer_access_token=xnIXloemAjCocfXIt9dQ49RgN0jAjWel9jnR3ZoTv0P9QxlcO86f_GXZRxwYijrqa11Mx55SgniZXv55YKOR_sn816NK2x0O46Vim16XrS-SjyP9GMXeDQinUN75ES6enlxK__J5UabR6JdgR19bZSVLL5ZsK8146qMcipEbItW65C8aSk29Q_BfrKz4Gb5-kjz3m7dIaoRxs3e1I6qW4022QZ6aZMaOPxlATK7OOqj8lrhj-yufvROMPdStMZjAEK-efja6SfW5n-6xhZuV33BrlHdxmu8yxCQg-Mpomv4_WY2o4OqyFsbpNr_j-R-9&amp;tracking_referrer=www.vice.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">publicised on July 3</a>, after researchers from the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory in California used an algorithm, <em>Word2Vec</em>, to sift through scientific papers.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The researchers were hoping the ML would make connections humans had missed – and it found them!</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>In the study, the algorithm processed&nbsp;a vocabulary of about\n500,000 words related to material science&nbsp;– spitting out predictions for\npossible thermoelectric materials, which convert heat to energy and are used in\nmany heating and cooling applications.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":3483} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/08/coding-closeup-buzz-demo-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3483\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The most impressive part of the study was the algorithm didn’t\nknow the definition of ‘thermoelectric’ and received no training in materials\nscience.&nbsp;<strong><em>Mind. Blown.</em></strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Using only word associations, the algorithm was able to provide\ncandidates for future thermoelectric materials, some of which may be better\nthan those humankind currently uses.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":3485} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/08/metal-sparks-buzz-demo.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3485\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>It’s a very promising prospect for the future of heating and\ncooling systems as the algorithm was able to understand complex concepts such\nas the periodic table and the chemical structure of molecules.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>According to the study, published in Nature, in some cases,\nwords were linked to thermoelectric concepts but had never been written about\nas ‘thermoelectric’ in any abstract they surveyed.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><em>How cool is that?!</em></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Okay, so not quite <strong><em>Skynet</em></strong>, but the discoveries made by the algorithm were significant, as this gap in knowledge is hard to catch with a human eye, but easy for an ML to spot.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Here\'s to the future <strong>BUZZhive</strong>! </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>What do you think of these latest developments? As always, we welcome your thoughts in our comments section.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->','Machine makes discoveries missed by scientists','','publish','closed','closed','','909','','','2019-08-15 11:46:47','2019-08-15 16:46:47','',0,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/?p=909',0,'post','',0),(910,11,'2019-07-30 17:25:59','2019-07-30 22:25:59','<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>It is the ‘year of the vegan’, according to The Economist<br></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>That means just about everyone is on the bandwagon, with even fast-food franchises such as McDonalds joining the list of restaurants now offering vegan meals.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><br> McVegan, anyone?</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>However, while the hype means that there are more places to access vegan-style food, being a vegan is still pretty hard – particularly if you entered the lifestyle fresh out of the transition from eating medium-rare steaks.<br> Below is a list of five foods that will help to make your transition to ‘veganhood’ that much easier.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3>Cashews</h3>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>From eating them roasted to making them into vegan-cheese, cashew nuts are essential to a vegan lifestyle. Cashew nuts are extremely versatile and if you’re looking for a great way to replace milk in your diet then cashews are your answer. Drooling to have taste of cheese again? Cashew paired with a few ingredients can give you that gets your saliva going. Not to mention, cashews are packed with minerals and vitamins such as iron, magnesium and zinc and is excellent if you are attempting to manage your weight.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Coconut<br>\nIf you’re the type that love cereal with milk, or are looking for a healthier oil for cooking – coconut is your go-to-alternative.  </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Coconut milk is derived from the flesh surrounding the shell of the coconut. Once cut from the shell, add a little water and you have coconut milk or save yourself the trouble and grab a carton from the supermarket shelf. Coconut milk, which has the consistency of regular cow’s milk can be used to replace dairy milk in just about anything including cereals, smoothies and curry dishes. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>As for coconut oil, it can be used as you would use vegetable oil, plus the body absorbs it rather easily and has antimicrobial and antifungal properties.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Chickpeas<br>\nYum, yum. Also known as garbanzo beans, these beans are magical in helping former meat eaters to replicate some of our favourite flesh dishes. Yup, chickpeas can be fashioned into faux-fish and even vegan meat-less balls.  Chickpeas are also good just the way they are make fantastic curries and stews that can be paired with grains for a complete meal. Did I mention that chickpeas are rich in protein?</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Plantains<br>\nIt is a staple food of West and Central Africa, the Caribbean, Central America, and South America and is a must have on your journey to veganhood.  Plantains can be eaten cooked or uncooked and can be used to add a boost of sweet goodness to any dish or even drink.<br>\nPlantains are most popular eaten fried and are, particularly in the Caribbean, deemed side dishes. However, more and more plantains are being used in vegan dishes to substitute noodles and other dishes that require flour.<br>\nOne way to make a gluten-free lasagna is to substitute the lasagna noodle with green plantains. Green plantains are also used as a burger bun in some vegan meals. Ripe plantain is also used to make tarts and is a substitute for meat in pot pies.  </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Bulgar Wheat<br>\nTexture, texture and more texture – that’s what buglar wheat has. It is this fabulous texture that makes the wheat good at simulating the look and feel of ground beef, bugar patties and even Middle Eastern-style kibbehs. <br>\nLow in calories and high in fibre, bulgar wheat is one of those grains that is good at soaking up flavours and makes for a great meat replacement if you’re looking to mimic the taste and texture of beef products.<br>\nBulgar is also fantastic for individuals trying to control their blood sugar levels. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->','Year of the Vegan','','inherit','closed','closed','','907-revision-v1','','','2019-07-30 17:25:59','2019-07-30 22:25:59','',907,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/article/907-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(911,11,'2019-07-30 17:29:02','2019-07-30 22:29:02','<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>A rastaman is smiling somewhere and probably saying something like- ‘a long time the rasta did a tell yuh seh ital is vital’.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>You probably scoffed at that advice 10 years earlier but now it is all about peas, beans and a wholesome lifestyle.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>We now happily turn up our noses at the once very delicious stew pork - after all, ‘weh pork ago?’&nbsp;and instead it is all about faux meat, not -cheese and other plant-based goodies.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Like everywhere else in the world, Kingston, Jamaica is into the well-hyped vegan lifestyle and Buzz Jamaica is sharing five spots in the corporate area that are ideal for vegans.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Did we mention they’re all taste approved by our Editorial staff? Well, they are!</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Kushites</strong>&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>What’s Gado Gado?&nbsp; Have you ever eaten vegan steak?&nbsp; What about sorell cheesecake?</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Those are&nbsp;just some of the items available on Kushites’ menu, which changes approximately every three months.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":144,\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/kushite-1-1024x614.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-144\" /></figure></div>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>What’s more, if you are into Dr Sebi they also offer meal items exclusively for the alkaline diet.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Appropriately located inside Eden Gardens Wellness Resort &amp; Spa, Kushites is vegan dining at its finest.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The place looks spectacular with stunning golden rococo-style furnishings, which makes it the perfect spot to bring someone you are trying to impress.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Mi Hungry&nbsp;</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>It is the ital food spot that is a hit among local vegans- Jamaican vegans love Mi Hungry.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Opening at an impressive 8:00 am each morning, Mi hungry serves up a wide range of vegan dishes and plenty of freshly squeezed and cold press juices from sun up til well into the evening closing just before midnight.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Tucked away inside the food mecca that is Marketplace, what makes Mi Hungry unique is nothing there is cooked-they offer what they call&nbsp; ‘live’ food.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Can you believe it, they offer pizzas, burgers and pastas and none of it has touched a stove.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>How they do it? It is a variety of spicing and dehydration techniques.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>This spot boasts not only a unique food preparation style but is always buzzing with an ital vibe and lively banter about natural life and black consciousness.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>It is a spot to not only nourish your body but nourish your mind and it is one of the most affordable natural eateries in town.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Did we mention that they also have a location in Ocho Rios?</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>The Cheffing Don&nbsp;</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>If you love a great bean stew- then The Cheffing Don is your place.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":145} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/cheffing-don-1024x614.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-145\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The hit item on this menu is their three-bean stew, which is available on Wednesdays.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>However, they have other equally as delicious plant-based meal items that are ideal for vegans or those hoping to cross over.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Priding themselves on utilizing local and organic foods, The Cheffing Don has an ital vibe evident in the fact that they don’t use plates, but keep it very roots serving up&nbsp;their delicately designed food masterpieces inside a calabash.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>With plenty of greenery and outdoor seating, this place is an ideal spot to grab something nutritious to eat while getting in tune with nature.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Veggie Campus&nbsp;</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Nestled into Skibo Avenue, Veggie Campus is a stone throw away from the prestigious Holy Childhood High School.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>While sadly Veggie Campus is take-out only this spot boasts plenty of fun and lively dishes that make picking up the phone and making the call or sending the text a breeze.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:gallery {\"ids\":[147],\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-gallery aligncenter columns-1 is-cropped\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/veggie-campus-1024x614.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"147\" data-link=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/?attachment_id=147\" class=\"wp-image-147\" /></figure></li></ul>\n<!-- /wp:gallery -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Boasting signature specials like their green plantain lasagna, which uses green plantains as sheets of pasta, stuffed with spiced lentils and creamy cashew cheese-&nbsp; Veggie Campus has the type of variety&nbsp;that makes you wonder why you ever thought veganhood was difficult.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Did we mention their bbq cauliflower- you’ll never miss the taste of bbq chicken wings again.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>New Leaf Vegetarian&nbsp;</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>It\'s been at its 121 Hope Road location for what feels like forever - and long before the vegan craze hit Kingston Harbour.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>This spot opens an hour before lunchtime and boasts sumptuous vegetarian goodies.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Bean burgers, stir-frys, soups and delightful vegan pastries are just some of New Leaf Vegetarians offerings.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Plus they are known for their speedy delivery and&nbsp;friendly customer service.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->','5 Go-to spots for vegans in Kingston','','inherit','closed','closed','','116-revision-v1','','','2019-07-30 17:29:02','2019-07-30 22:29:02','',116,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/article/116-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(912,14,'2019-07-30 17:31:44','2019-07-30 22:31:44','<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Armed with just the language of thousands of research papers,\nartificial intelligence (AI) has been credited with discoveries never made by\nhuman scientists.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The discoveries were&nbsp;<a href=\"https://www.nature.com/articles/s41586-019-1335-8.epdf?referrer_access_token=xnIXloemAjCocfXIt9dQ49RgN0jAjWel9jnR3ZoTv0P9QxlcO86f_GXZRxwYijrqa11Mx55SgniZXv55YKOR_sn816NK2x0O46Vim16XrS-SjyP9GMXeDQinUN75ES6enlxK__J5UabR6JdgR19bZSVLL5ZsK8146qMcipEbItW65C8aSk29Q_BfrKz4Gb5-kjz3m7dIaoRxs3e1I6qW4022QZ6aZMaOPxlATK7OOqj8lrhj-yufvROMPdStMZjAEK-efja6SfW5n-6xhZuV33BrlHdxmu8yxCQg-Mpomv4_WY2o4OqyFsbpNr_j-R-9&amp;tracking_referrer=www.vice.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">publicised on July 3</a>,\nafter researchers from the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory in California\nused an algorithm,&nbsp;<em>Word2Vec</em>, to sift through scientific papers.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The researchers were hoping the AI would make connections humans\nhad missed – and it found them!</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>In the study, the algorithm processed&nbsp;a vocabulary of about\n500,000 words related to material science&nbsp;– spitting out predictions for\npossible thermoelectric materials, which convert heat to energy and are used in\nmany heating and cooling applications.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The most impressive part of the study was the algorithm didn’t\nknow the definition of ‘thermoelectric’ and received no training in materials\nscience.&nbsp;<strong><em>Mind. Blown.</em></strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Using only word associations, the algorithm was able to provide\ncandidates for future thermoelectric materials, some of which may be better\nthan those humankind currently uses.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>It’s a very promising prospect for the future of heating and\ncooling systems as the algorithm was able to understand complex concepts such\nas the periodic table and the chemical structure of molecules.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>According to the study, published in Nature, in some cases,\nwords were linked to thermoelectric concepts but had never been written about\nas ‘thermoelectric’ in any abstract they surveyed.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><em>How cool is that!</em></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Okay, so not quite Skynet, but the discoveries made by the\nalgorithm were significant, as this gap in knowledge is hard to catch with a\nhuman eye, but easy for an AI to spot.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Here\'s to the future Buzzhive! </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>What do you think of these latest developments? Leave your thoughts in the comments below!</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->','','','inherit','closed','closed','','909-revision-v1','','','2019-07-30 17:31:44','2019-07-30 22:31:44','',909,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/article/909-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(913,14,'2019-07-30 18:20:48','2019-07-30 23:20:48','<!-- wp:image {\"id\":931} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/plants-in-home-demo-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-931\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Do you feel that? #PlaceHotB!&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>It’s the type of heat that can make you drowsy, and the summer\nis here to remind you that it’s in charge.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Though the heavy-duty fans and air conditioning units offer\nvarying degrees of respite, many Jamaican homes have a much cheaper option to\ncool down:&nbsp;<strong>PLANTS</strong>.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The average Jamaican houses around one to four potted plants for aesthetic purposes. Did you know that recent studies have shown that adding&nbsp;certain plants can not only keep the air around your homes cool but also help flush out toxins?</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":942} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/potted-plant-around-buzz-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-942\" /><figcaption>Acrea palm (centre) and golden pothos (right) among plants used in our Buzz offices! (Photo: Gavin Riley)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Plants have been proven to keep your house cool because they lose water during transpiration, which freshens the air around the plants, leaving it purified and crisp. If you’re looking for a natural, inexpensive way to keep your\nhouse cool, consider getting some&nbsp;of these plants, which can help keep temperatures\ndown:</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>Acrea palm tree</h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":920} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/acrea-palm-tree_demo-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-920\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>As one of the most popular living room and patio plants across the island, areca palm trees are decorative houseplants that act as natural humidifiers.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>In addition to cooling off your home, areca palms can remove\nbenzene, formaldehyde and trichloroethylene from the air.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>Aloe vera</h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":922} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/potted-aloe-vera_demo.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-922\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Known affectionately as ‘sinkle bible’, having an aloe vera plant on hand will not only come in handy if you get any nasty itch, cuts or sunburns, but it is also effective at cooling the air temperature and&nbsp;removing formaldehyde from the air.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>According to a study conducted by the Beijing University of Chemical Technology, potted plants, such as aloe vera could remove formaldehyde from the air in confined spaces.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>Potted ferns</h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":919} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/potted-ferns_demo-1024x614.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-919\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Potted ferns are not only aesthetically pleasing but are popular for their minimalistic design. These plants have been proven to be quite skilled in ‘sprucing up’ the air quality in your home. Potted ferns are notoriously adept at absorbing harmful gases through pores on the surface of their leaves.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>Snake plants</h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":921} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/snake-plant_demo.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-921\" /><figcaption>Sansevieria trifasciata or Snake plant in pot at home</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Snake plants, also known as Mother-in-Law\'s Tongue, are another potted plant with exceptional air-purifying properties.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>According to a 1989 study published by scientists at NASA, low-light requiring houseplants such as mother-in-law’s tongue, “have demonstrated the potential for improving indoor air quality by removing trace organic pollutants from the air in energy-efficient buildings”.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>Golden pothos</h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":918} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/golden-pothos_demo-1024x614.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-918\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The golden pothos is another plant popular in Jamaica with great air-purification properties. 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And even before then, she had to convince her parents that\nmoving to Jamaica was a good idea.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":930} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/MarieA.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-930\" /><figcaption>Bad Gyal Marie moved to Jamaica from Japan in 2009. </figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>After graduating from college with a degree\nin Cultural Studies, Marie decided to make the permanent move. By then, her\nparents had been sufficiently convinced that this was her passion and she now\nhad their full support.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>She started her career as a selector in\nJamaica by working with a fellow Japanese national. Together, both women would\nget a shot at the turntables at popular local street dances like Passa Passa. But\nfor Marie, it was not enough. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:quote -->\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\"><p> “I always say every Jamaican is my teacher, in language and in music and so I just ketch the patois likkle by likkle” </p><cite>— Bad Gyal Marie</cite></blockquote>\n<!-- /wp:quote -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Determined to be taken more seriously and\nrealising that she wanted to play all night and not just for 15 minutes, Marie\nmet Likkle Shabba, a selector from Kingston 13 who took her under his wings,\ntraining her and teaching her the ropes.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>“I used to just go to the studio and talk\nto people daily. 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But even then, she never intended\nfor it to become her full-time career. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:quote -->\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\"><p> “Reggae music is big in Japan.” </p></blockquote>\n<!-- /wp:quote -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>What she felt in that moment when she fell\nin love with dancehall and reggae music, however, was perhaps the pull of the\nuniverse, drawing her in the direction of exactly where she needed to be, as\nsince her move to Jamaica, Bad Gyal Marie has realised that being a selector is\nin fact her calling. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Operating as the lone female selector on the sound system, Notorious International, Bad Gyal Marie has made quite the name for herself, most recently copping first place in the keenly contested 2019 Boom All Star Sound Clash.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Her journey to the Boom title took some\ndoing, however, as Bad Gyal Marie had to work hard to prove that she was more\nthan a spectacle – more than a little Japanese girl playing around with\nJamaican culture. And even before then, she had to convince her parents that\nmoving to Jamaica was a good idea.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":930} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/MarieA.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-930\" /><figcaption>Bad Gyal Marie moved to Jamaica from Japan in 2009. </figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>After graduating from college with a degree\nin Cultural Studies, Marie decided to make the permanent move. By then, her\nparents had been sufficiently convinced that this was her passion and she now\nhad their full support.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>She started her career as a selector in\nJamaica by working with a fellow Japanese national. Together, both women would\nget a shot at the turntables at popular local street dances like Passa Passa. 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I always say every Jamaican is my teacher, in language and in\nmusic and so I just ketch the patois likkle by likkle,” Marie said. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Working with Likkle Shabba, Marie received\nmore exposure, playing in a weekly session they hosted together called Yard\nClothes Wednesdays in the Wellington Road area of Kingston 13. They would later\ngo on to create the sound system Notorious International, featuring the likes\nof DJ Premiere, DJ Lucky, Oddie Frass, Superstar from Tokyo, and of course\nMarie and Likkle Shabba.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Now that she has earned the respect of many\nin the dancehall space, Marie continues to make her mark across Jamaica. 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(Instagram - @serenawilliams)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>She said: \"The day I stop fighting for equality and for people that look like you and me will be the day I\'m in my grave.\"</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":937} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/Serena-Williams-.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-937\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Serena suffered from post-natal depression following the birth of her daughter and opened up about her journey to help others.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:embed {\"url\":\"https://www.instagram.com/p/BzYEcSQHjoT/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link\",\"type\":\"rich\",\"providerNameSlug\":\"instagram\",\"className\":\"\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-instagram\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\nhttps://www.instagram.com/p/BzYEcSQHjoT/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link\n</div></figure>\n<!-- /wp:embed -->\n\n<!-- wp:quote -->\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\"><p>I remember one day, I couldn\'t find Olympia\'s bottle and I got so upset I started crying</p><cite>— Serena Williams</cite></blockquote>\n<!-- /wp:quote -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>She said: \"Honestly, sometimes I think I still have to deal with it. I think people have to talk about it more because it\'s almost like the fourth trimester, it\'s part of the pregnancy. I remember one day, I couldn\'t find Olympia\'s bottle and I got so upset I started crying... because I wanted to be perfect for her.\"</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->','Serena Williams\' lifelong fight for equality','','publish','closed','closed','','serena-williams-lifelong-fight-for-equality','','','2019-08-14 17:48:48','2019-08-14 22:48:48','',0,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/?p=936',0,'post','',0),(937,4,'2019-07-30 18:00:52','2019-07-30 23:00:52','','Serena-Williams-','','inherit','closed','closed','','serena-williams','','','2019-07-30 18:00:52','2019-07-30 23:00:52','',936,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/Serena-Williams-.jpeg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(938,11,'2019-07-30 18:06:32','2019-07-30 23:06:32','','Ackee Tortilla','','inherit','closed','closed','','ackee-tortilla','','','2019-07-30 18:06:32','2019-07-30 23:06:32','',907,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/Ackee-Tortilla.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(939,11,'2019-07-30 18:07:07','2019-07-30 23:07:07','<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>It is the ‘year of the vegan’, according to <a href=\"https://worldin2019.economist.com/theyearofthevegan\">The Economist</a>.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>That means just about everyone is on the bandwagon, with even fast-food franchises such as McDonald\'s joining the list of restaurants now offering vegan meals.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p> <a href=\"https://www.forbes.com/sites/michaelpellmanrowland/2019/04/14/mcvegan-celebrity-petition/#4432c3f13403\">McVegan</a>, anyone?</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":914} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/McVegan.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-914\" /><figcaption>McDonald\'s recently rolled out their veggie burger with much success in Finland (Source: Forbes)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>However, while the hype means that there are <a href=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/article/5-go-to-spots-for-vegans-in-kingston/\">more places</a> to access vegan-style food, being a vegan is still pretty hard – particularly if you entered the lifestyle fresh out of the transition from eating medium-rare steaks.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Below is a list of five foods that will help to make your transition to ‘veganhood’ that much easier.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3>Cashews</h3>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>From eating them roasted to making them into vegan-cheese, cashew nuts are essential to a vegan lifestyle. Cashew nuts are extremely versatile and if you’re looking for a great way to replace milk in your diet then cashews are your answer. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":916} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/Cashew-1024x685.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-916\" /><figcaption>Cashew</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Drooling to have the taste of cheese again? Cashew paired with a few ingredients is sure to get your saliva going. Not to mention, cashews are packed with minerals and vitamins such as iron, magnesium and zinc and is excellent if you are attempting to manage your weight.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3>Coconut</h3>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p> If you’re the type that loves cereal with milk, or are looking for a healthier oil for cooking – coconut is your go-to-alternative.  </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":923} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/coconut.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-923\" /><figcaption>Coconuts</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Coconut milk is derived from the flesh surrounding the shell of the coconut. Once cut from the shell, add a little water and you have coconut milk or save yourself the trouble and grab a carton from the supermarket shelf.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":926} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/Coconut-milk.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-926\" /><figcaption>One of several brands of coconut milk products available in Jamaica</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Coconut milk, which has the consistency of regular cow’s milk can be used to replace dairy milk in just about anything including cereals, smoothies and curry dishes. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>As for coconut oil, it can be used as you would use vegetable oil, plus the body absorbs it rather easily and has antimicrobial and antifungal properties.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3> Chickpeas </h3>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p> Yum, yum. Also known as garbanzo beans, these beans are magical in helping former meat-eaters to replicate some of our favourite flesh dishes. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":928} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/chickpeas-in-a-bowl-1024x747.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-928\" /><figcaption>Chickpeas</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Yup, chickpeas can be fashioned into faux-fish and even vegan meat-less balls.  Chickpeas are also good just the way they are, make fantastic curries and stews that can be paired with grains for a complete meal. Did I mention that chickpeas are rich in protein?</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3>Plantains</h3>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>It is a staple food of West and Central Africa, the Caribbean, Central America, and South America and is a must-have on your journey to veganhood. Plantains can be eaten cooked or uncooked and can be used to add a boost of sweet goodness to any dish or even drink.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":932} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/Green-Plantain-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-932\" /><figcaption>Green plantains</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Plantains are most popularly eaten fried and are, particularly in the Caribbean, deemed side dishes. However, more and more plantains are being used in vegan dishes to substitute noodles and other dishes that require flour.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":934,\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/Fried-Plantain.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-934\" /><figcaption>Plated fried plantains</figcaption></figure></div>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><br>One way to make a gluten-free lasagna is to substitute the lasagna noodle with green plantains. Green plantains are also used as a burger bun in some vegan meals. Ripe plantain is also used to make tarts and is a substitute for meat in pot pies.  </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3>Bulgur Wheat</h3>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Texture, texture and more texture – that’s what bulgur wheat has. It is this fabulous texture that makes the wheat good at simulating the look and feel of ground beef, burger patties and even Middle Eastern-style kibbehs. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":935,\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/Bulgur-Wheat.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-935\" /><figcaption>Bulgur wheat</figcaption></figure></div>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Low in calories and high in fibre, bulgur wheat is one of those grains that is good at soaking up flavours and makes for a great meat replacement if you’re looking to mimic the taste and texture of beef products.<br>Bulgur is also fantastic for individuals trying to control their blood sugar levels. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->','Year of the Vegan: 5 tasty vegan approved treats','','inherit','closed','closed','','907-revision-v1','','','2019-07-30 18:07:07','2019-07-30 23:07:07','',907,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/article/907-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(942,14,'2019-07-30 18:19:36','2019-07-30 23:19:36','','potted-plant-around-buzz','','inherit','closed','closed','','potted-plant-around-buzz','','','2019-07-30 18:19:36','2019-07-30 23:19:36','',913,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/potted-plant-around-buzz.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(943,21,'2019-07-30 18:36:37','2019-07-30 23:36:37','<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>It is often said that men are predators who like the challenge of the hunt. Yet, for all their eagerness to couple up with an attractive mate of their choosing, there are some females with qualities, quirks or traits which are red flags in any relationship who usually have men running in the opposite direction.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":4268} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/08/relationship-argument-bench-breakup-984949-1024x684.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4268\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3>The Balls Checker</h3>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Yes, you read right. There are women out there who, when a man gets home, have him drop his trousers and literally cup and weigh his balls to see if they feel ‘lighter’. A ‘light’ testicle is said to be an indication that some illicit sexual activity took place.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3>The Deodorant</h3>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>While some older men are used to having young ‘arm candy’ with them when they go to events, no rational man wants a female who is glued to his sid,e every step he makes. These females may literally hold onto his arm like a magnet everywhere and what makes it particularly awkward is that usually, they have nothing to contribute to the conversation around them. Clingy much?</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3> The Nagger  </h3>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>This needs no explanation. The yelling and harping on the same topic over and over can drive a man to drink…or find earplugs.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3>Miss High Maintenance</h3>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>If she spends more time with her compact case or making sure that not one strand of hair is out of place, you do not have to wonder if she is born with it or if it\'s Maybelline.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3>The Airhead</h3>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Contrary to popular belief, most men do not want a dumb woman. In the past, the misconception was a dummy was easy to control and manipulate but a real man has no use for a woman with nothing between her ears other than wax built up.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":4269} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/08/relationship-adult-art-artsy-278312-1-1024x679.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4269\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3>The Prude</h3>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>While a lady is desirable and the kind you want to take home to mamma, the idea of an uptight female who is offended by every dirty joke, every toot of flatulence, every burp, who closes the bathroom door to change into a long nightgown or worse who thinks ‘dirty talk’ during intercourse is vulgar, is just not attractive in the least.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3>The Stalker</h3>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>While men may seem to have a monopoly on stalker-like behaviour there are some women who can teach them a thing or two. These females will see a social media post about being out with the boys…and just turn up uninvited! Who does that?!</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3>The Know-it-all </h3>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Nothing deflates a hard-on, like a female who knows everything about anything and who never lets a man get a word in. All this, while emasculating him about stuff she believes he does not know.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3>The ‘Homie Hopper’</h3>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>This is a female who a guy likes and who seems mad chill but when he takes her around his homeboys, he finds out that she smashed the homies. In plain English, she has slept with one or more of his friends in the past. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Granted it was before they ever met or dated, so it is not cheating, but most men will not be comfortable knowing that their friends know exactly how she moans in bed or where on her upper thigh her mole is. If he feels like he will become a laughing stock amongst his friends, chances are the relationship will be dead in the water.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->','What men don’t want: Male dealbreakers','','publish','closed','closed','','what-men-dont-want-male-dealbreakers','','','2019-08-15 12:08:17','2019-08-15 17:08:17','',0,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/?p=943',0,'post','',0),(944,14,'2019-07-30 18:20:48','2019-07-30 23:20:48','<!-- wp:image {\"id\":931} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/plants-in-home-demo-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-931\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Do you feel that? #PlaceHotB!&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>It’s the type of heat that can make you drowsy, and the summer\nis here to remind you that it’s in charge.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Though the heavy-duty fans and air conditioning units offer\nvarying degrees of respite, many Jamaican homes have a much cheaper option to\ncool down:&nbsp;<strong>PLANTS</strong>.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The average Jamaican houses around one to four potted plants for\naesthetic purposes.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Did you know that recent studies have shown that adding certain plants can not only keep the air around your homes cool but also help flush out toxins?</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":942} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/potted-plant-around-buzz-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-942\" /><figcaption>Potted fern (centre) and golden pothos (right) among plants used at the Buzz offices! (Photo, Gavin Riley)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Plants have been proven to keep your house cool because they\nlose water during transpiration, which freshens the air around the plants,\nleaving it purified and crisp.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>If you’re looking for a natural, inexpensive way to keep your\nhouse cool, consider getting some&nbsp;of these plants, which can help keep temperatures\ndown:</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>Acrea palm tree</h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":920} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/acrea-palm-tree_demo-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-920\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>1.</strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<em>Areca Palm Tree</em>: As one of the\nmost popular living room and patio plants across the island, areca palm trees\nare decorative houseplants that act as natural humidifiers.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>In addition to cooling off your home, areca palms can remove\nbenzene, formaldehyde and trichloroethylene from the air.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>Aloe vera</h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":922} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/potted-aloe-vera_demo.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-922\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>2.</strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<em>Aloe Vera</em>: Known affectionately as\n‘sinkle bible’, having an aloe vera plant on hand will not only come in handy\nif you get any nasty itch, cuts or sunburns, but it is also effective at cooling\nthe air temperature and&nbsp;removing formaldehyde from the air.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>According to a study conducted by the Beijing University of\nChemical Technology,</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>potted plants, such as aloe vera could remove formaldehyde from\nair in confined spaces.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>Potted ferns</h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":919} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/potted-ferns_demo-1024x614.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-919\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>3.</strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<em>Ferns</em>: Potted ferns are not only\naesthetically pleasing but are popular for their minimalistic design. These\nplants have been proven to be quite skilled in ‘sprucing up’ the air quality in\nyour home.<br>\n<br>\nPotted ferns are notoriously adept at absorbing harmful gases through pores on\nthe surface of their leaves.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>Snake plants</h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":921} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/snake-plant_demo.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-921\" /><figcaption>Sansevieria trifasciata or Snake plant in pot at home</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>4.</strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<em>Snake plant</em>:&nbsp; Snake plants,\nalso known as Mother-in-Law\'s Tongue, are another potted plant with exceptional\nair-purifying properties.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>According to a 1989 study published by scientists at NASA,\nlow-light requiring houseplants such as mother-in-law’s tongue, “have\ndemonstrated the potential for improving indoor air quality by removing trace\norganic pollutants from the air in energy-efficient buildings.”</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2> Golden pothos</h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":918} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/golden-pothos_demo-1024x614.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-918\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>5.</strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<em>Golden pothos</em>: The golden pothos is\nanother plant popular in Jamaica with great air-purification properties.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The plant, which thrives in a system of vines, is perfect for\nthose who aren’t exactly garden-savvy, as it’s extremely easy to take care of.\nA golden pothos requires little light and little care, and it will keep your\nair cool and purified.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Now that you’re armed to the bedrock with information, cool dung\nyuh yaad with your very own ‘green arsenal’ and get you purify on!</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->','Buzz Hacks: 5 plants to keep your home cool this summer','','inherit','closed','closed','','913-revision-v1','','','2019-07-30 18:20:48','2019-07-30 23:20:48','',913,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/article/913-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(945,14,'2019-07-30 18:22:21','2019-07-30 23:22:21','<!-- wp:image {\"id\":931} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/plants-in-home-demo-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-931\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Do you feel that? #PlaceHotB!&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>It’s the type of heat that can make you drowsy, and the summer\nis here to remind you that it’s in charge.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Though the heavy-duty fans and air conditioning units offer\nvarying degrees of respite, many Jamaican homes have a much cheaper option to\ncool down:&nbsp;<strong>PLANTS</strong>.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The average Jamaican houses around one to four potted plants for\naesthetic purposes.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Did you know that recent studies have shown that adding&nbsp;certain plants can not only keep the air around your homes cool but also help flush out toxins?</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":942} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/potted-plant-around-buzz-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-942\" /><figcaption>Potted fern (centre) and golden pothos (right) among plants used at the Buzz offices! (Photo, Gavin Riley)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Plants have been proven to keep your house cool because they\nlose water during transpiration, which freshens the air around the plants,\nleaving it purified and crisp.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>If you’re looking for a natural, inexpensive way to keep your\nhouse cool, consider getting some&nbsp;of these plants, which can help keep temperatures\ndown:</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>Acrea palm tree</h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":920} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/acrea-palm-tree_demo-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-920\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>1.</strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<em>Areca Palm Tree</em>: As one of the\nmost popular living room and patio plants across the island, areca palm trees\nare decorative houseplants that act as natural humidifiers.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>In addition to cooling off your home, areca palms can remove\nbenzene, formaldehyde and trichloroethylene from the air.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>Aloe vera</h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":922} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/potted-aloe-vera_demo.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-922\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>2.</strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<em>Aloe Vera</em>: Known affectionately as\n‘sinkle bible’, having an aloe vera plant on hand will not only come in handy\nif you get any nasty itch, cuts or sunburns, but it is also effective at cooling\nthe air temperature and&nbsp;removing formaldehyde from the air.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>According to a study conducted by the Beijing University of\nChemical Technology,</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>potted plants, such as aloe vera could remove formaldehyde from\nair in confined spaces.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>Potted ferns</h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":919} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/potted-ferns_demo-1024x614.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-919\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>3.</strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<em>Ferns</em>: Potted ferns are not only\naesthetically pleasing but are popular for their minimalistic design. These\nplants have been proven to be quite skilled in ‘sprucing up’ the air quality in\nyour home.<br>\n<br>\nPotted ferns are notoriously adept at absorbing harmful gases through pores on\nthe surface of their leaves.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>Snake plants</h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":921} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/snake-plant_demo.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-921\" /><figcaption>Sansevieria trifasciata or Snake plant in pot at home</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>4.</strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<em>Snake plant</em>:&nbsp; Snake plants,\nalso known as Mother-in-Law\'s Tongue, are another potted plant with exceptional\nair-purifying properties.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>According to a 1989 study published by scientists at NASA,\nlow-light requiring houseplants such as mother-in-law’s tongue, “have\ndemonstrated the potential for improving indoor air quality by removing trace\norganic pollutants from the air in energy-efficient buildings.”</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2> Golden pothos</h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":918} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/golden-pothos_demo-1024x614.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-918\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>5.</strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<em>Golden pothos</em>: The golden pothos is\nanother plant popular in Jamaica with great air-purification properties.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Known locally as \'creeper\', the plant, which thrives in a system of vines, is perfect for those who aren’t exactly garden-savvy, as it’s extremely easy to take care of. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>A golden pothos requires little light and little care, and it will keep your air cool and purified.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Now that you’re armed to the bedrock with information, cool dung\nyuh yaad with your very own ‘green arsenal’ and get you purify on!</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->','Buzz Hacks: 5 plants to keep your home cool this summer','','inherit','closed','closed','','913-revision-v1','','','2019-07-30 18:22:21','2019-07-30 23:22:21','',913,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/article/913-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(946,14,'2019-07-30 18:25:56','2019-07-30 23:25:56','','machine-learning-demo','','inherit','closed','closed','','machine-learning-demo','','','2019-07-30 18:25:56','2019-07-30 23:25:56','',909,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/machine-learning-demo.jpeg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(947,11,'2019-07-30 18:29:49','2019-07-30 23:29:49','<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>It is often said that men are predators who like the challenge of the hunt. 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These females may literally hold onto his arm like a magnet everywhere and what makes it particularly awkward is that usually, they have nothing to contribute to the conversation around them. Clingy much?</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3> The Nagger  </h3>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>This needs no explanation. The yelling and harping on the same topic over and over can drive a man to drink…or find earplugs.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3>Miss High Maintenance</h3>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>If she spends more time with her compact case or making sure that not one strand of hair is out of place, you do not have to wonder if she is born with it or if it\'s Maybelline.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3>The Airhead</h3>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Contrary to popular belief, most men do not want a dumb woman. 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Blown.</em></strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Using only word associations, the algorithm was able to provide\ncandidates for future thermoelectric materials, some of which may be better\nthan those humankind currently uses.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>It’s a very promising prospect for the future of heating and\ncooling systems as the algorithm was able to understand complex concepts such\nas the periodic table and the chemical structure of molecules.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>According to the study, published in Nature, in some cases,\nwords were linked to thermoelectric concepts but had never been written about\nas ‘thermoelectric’ in any abstract they surveyed.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><em>How cool is that!</em></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Okay, so not quite Skynet, but the discoveries made by the algorithm were significant, as this gap in knowledge is hard to catch with a human eye, but easy for an ML to spot.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Here\'s to the future Buzzhive! </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>What do you think of these latest developments? Leave your thoughts in the comments below!</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->','Machine makes discoveries missed by scientists','','inherit','closed','closed','','909-revision-v1','','','2019-07-30 18:31:53','2019-07-30 23:31:53','',909,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/article/909-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(949,14,'2019-07-30 18:32:48','2019-07-30 23:32:48','<!-- wp:image {\"id\":946} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/machine-learning-demo.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-946\" /><figcaption>Artist\'s impression of artificial intelligence (Photo contributed, HackerNoon.com)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Armed with just the language of thousands of research papers, machine learning (ML) has been credited with discoveries never made by human scientists.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The discoveries were&nbsp;<a href=\"https://www.nature.com/articles/s41586-019-1335-8.epdf?referrer_access_token=xnIXloemAjCocfXIt9dQ49RgN0jAjWel9jnR3ZoTv0P9QxlcO86f_GXZRxwYijrqa11Mx55SgniZXv55YKOR_sn816NK2x0O46Vim16XrS-SjyP9GMXeDQinUN75ES6enlxK__J5UabR6JdgR19bZSVLL5ZsK8146qMcipEbItW65C8aSk29Q_BfrKz4Gb5-kjz3m7dIaoRxs3e1I6qW4022QZ6aZMaOPxlATK7OOqj8lrhj-yufvROMPdStMZjAEK-efja6SfW5n-6xhZuV33BrlHdxmu8yxCQg-Mpomv4_WY2o4OqyFsbpNr_j-R-9&amp;tracking_referrer=www.vice.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">publicised on July 3</a>,\nafter researchers from the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory in California\nused an algorithm,&nbsp;<em>Word2Vec</em>, to sift through scientific papers.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The researchers were hoping the ML would make connections humans had missed – and it found them!</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>In the study, the algorithm processed&nbsp;a vocabulary of about\n500,000 words related to material science&nbsp;– spitting out predictions for\npossible thermoelectric materials, which convert heat to energy and are used in\nmany heating and cooling applications.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The most impressive part of the study was the algorithm didn’t\nknow the definition of ‘thermoelectric’ and received no training in materials\nscience.&nbsp;<strong><em>Mind. Blown.</em></strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Using only word associations, the algorithm was able to provide\ncandidates for future thermoelectric materials, some of which may be better\nthan those humankind currently uses.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>It’s a very promising prospect for the future of heating and\ncooling systems as the algorithm was able to understand complex concepts such\nas the periodic table and the chemical structure of molecules.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>According to the study, published in Nature, in some cases,\nwords were linked to thermoelectric concepts but had never been written about\nas ‘thermoelectric’ in any abstract they surveyed.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><em>How cool is that!</em></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Okay, so not quite Skynet, but the discoveries made by the algorithm were significant, as this gap in knowledge is hard to catch with a human eye, but easy for an ML to spot.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Here\'s to the future Buzzhive! </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>What do you think of these latest developments? Leave your thoughts in the comments below!</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->','Machine makes discoveries missed by scientists','','inherit','closed','closed','','909-revision-v1','','','2019-07-30 18:32:48','2019-07-30 23:32:48','',909,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/article/909-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(950,4,'2019-07-30 18:33:06','2019-07-30 23:33:06','<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>They say the journey of a thousand miles\nbegins with one step. But for Marie Sano, more popularly known as Bad Gyal\nMarie, hers was the journey of more than 8,000 miles – from Tokyo, Japan, to\nKingston, Jamaica. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Her ‘one step’ came in 2009 when she\ndecided to leave the place she had called home all her life to move to Jamaica,\na place she inexplicably felt drawn to, from the very first time she heard\ndancehall music at a Japanese club.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":929} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/MarieShabba-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-929\" /><figcaption>Bad Gyal Marie (left) says Likkle Shabba (right) taught her a lot about dancehall music. </figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>“Reggae music is big in Japan,” she said.\n“I remember when I was a teenager I went to a club and the DJ played dancehall\nmusic, and it changed my life. I just felt something. I cannot explain because\nit was so strange. It was like my blood just started boiling.”</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Determined to pursue this new-found\npassion, she threw herself into research about Jamaican music. She invested in\nrecords and practised spinning them in clubs. But even then, she never intended\nfor it to become her full-time career. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:quote -->\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\"><p> “Reggae music is big in Japan” </p><cite>Bad Gyal Marie</cite></blockquote>\n<!-- /wp:quote -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>What she felt in that moment when she fell\nin love with dancehall and reggae music, however, was perhaps the pull of the\nuniverse, drawing her in the direction of exactly where she needed to be, as\nsince her move to Jamaica, Bad Gyal Marie has realised that being a selector is\nin fact her calling. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Operating as the lone female selector on the sound system, Notorious International, Bad Gyal Marie has made quite the name for herself, most recently copping first place in the keenly contested 2019 Boom All Star Sound Clash.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Her journey to the Boom title took some\ndoing, however, as Bad Gyal Marie had to work hard to prove that she was more\nthan a spectacle – more than a little Japanese girl playing around with\nJamaican culture. And even before then, she had to convince her parents that\nmoving to Jamaica was a good idea.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":930} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/MarieA.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-930\" /><figcaption>Bad Gyal Marie moved to Jamaica from Japan in 2009. </figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>After graduating from college with a degree\nin Cultural Studies, Marie decided to make the permanent move. By then, her\nparents had been sufficiently convinced that this was her passion and she now\nhad their full support.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>She started her career as a selector in\nJamaica by working with a fellow Japanese national. Together, both women would\nget a shot at the turntables at popular local street dances like Passa Passa. But\nfor Marie, it was not enough. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:quote -->\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\"><p> “I always say every Jamaican is my teacher, in language and in music and so I just ketch the patois likkle by likkle” </p><cite>Bad Gyal Marie</cite></blockquote>\n<!-- /wp:quote -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Determined to be taken more seriously and\nrealising that she wanted to play all night and not just for 15 minutes, Marie\nmet Likkle Shabba, a selector from Kingston 13 who took her under his wings,\ntraining her and teaching her the ropes.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>“I used to just go to the studio and talk\nto people daily. 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And along\nwith Notorious International, Marie has entered the Guinness Sounds of\nGreatness before winning the Boom All-Star Clash in May 2019. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->','Japanese selector makes Jamaica her home','','inherit','closed','closed','','924-revision-v1','','','2019-07-30 18:33:06','2019-07-30 23:33:06','',924,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/article/924-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(951,11,'2019-07-30 18:35:20','2019-07-30 23:35:20','','Dealbreaker','','inherit','closed','closed','','dealbreaker','','','2019-07-30 18:35:20','2019-07-30 23:35:20','',943,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/Dealbreaker.png',0,'attachment','image/png',0),(952,11,'2019-07-30 18:36:37','2019-07-30 23:36:37','<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>It is often said that men are predators who like the challenge of the hunt. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Yet for all their eagerness to couple up with an attractive mate of their choosing, there are some females with qualities, quirks or traits which are red flags in any relationship who usually have men running in the opposite direction.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3>The balls checker</h3>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Yes, you read right. There are women out there who, when a man gets home, have him drop his trousers and literally cup and weigh his balls to see if they feel ‘lighter’. A ‘light’ testicle is said to be an indication that some illicit sexual activity took place.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3>The deodorant</h3>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>While some older men are used to having young ‘arm candy’ with them when they go to events, no rational man wants a female who is glued to his sid,e every step he makes. These females may literally hold onto his arm like a magnet everywhere and what makes it particularly awkward is that usually, they have nothing to contribute to the conversation around them. Clingy much?</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3> The Nagger  </h3>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>This needs no explanation. The yelling and harping on the same topic over and over can drive a man to drink…or find earplugs.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3>Miss High Maintenance</h3>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>If she spends more time with her compact case or making sure that not one strand of hair is out of place, you do not have to wonder if she is born with it or if it\'s Maybelline.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3>The Airhead</h3>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Contrary to popular belief, most men do not want a dumb woman. In the past, the misconception was a dummy was easy to control and manipulate but a real man has no use for a woman with nothing between her ears other than wax built up.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3>The Prude</h3>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>While a lady is desirable and the kind you want to take home to mamma, the idea of an uptight female who is offended by every dirty joke, every toot of flatulence, every burp, who closes the bathroom door to change into a long nightgown or worse who thinks ‘dirty talk’ during intercourse is vulgar, is just not attractive in the least.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3>The stalker</h3>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>While men may seem to have a monopoly on stalker-like behaviour there are some women who can teach them a thing or two. 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If he feels like he will become a laughing stock amongst his friends, chances are the relationship will be dead in the water.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->','What men don’t want – Male dealbreakers','','inherit','closed','closed','','943-revision-v1','','','2019-07-30 18:36:37','2019-07-30 23:36:37','',943,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/article/943-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(953,4,'2019-07-30 18:58:03','2019-07-30 23:58:03','<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Serena Williams will fight for equality until the \"day she\'s in her grave\".</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The tennis star — who has daughter Alexis, 22 months — feels it is important to fight for what she believes is right for as long as she lives. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":937} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/Serena-Williams-.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-937\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>She said: \"The day I stop fighting for equality and for people that look like you and me will be the day I\'m in my grave.\"</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:quote -->\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\"><p>I remember one day, I couldn\'t find Olympia\'s bottle and I got so upset I started crying</p><cite>— Serena Williams</cite></blockquote>\n<!-- /wp:quote -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Serena suffered with post-natal depression following the birth of her daughter and opened up about her journey to help others.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>She said: \"Honestly, sometimes I think I still have to deal with it. I think people have to talk about it more because it\'s almost like the fourth trimester, it\'s part of the pregnancy. I remember one day, I couldn\'t find Olympia\'s bottle and I got so upset I started crying... because I wanted to be perfect for her.\"</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->','Serena Williams\' lifelong fight for equality','','inherit','closed','closed','','936-revision-v1','','','2019-07-30 18:58:03','2019-07-30 23:58:03','',936,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/article/936-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(954,4,'2019-07-30 19:05:12','2019-07-31 00:05:12','<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Serena Williams will fight for equality until the \"day she\'s in her grave\".</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The tennis star — who has daughter Alexis, 22 months — feels it is important to fight for what she believes is right for as long as she lives.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":937} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/Serena-Williams-.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-937\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>She said: \"The day I stop fighting for equality and for people that look like you and me will be the day I\'m in my grave.\"</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:quote -->\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\"><p>I remember one day, I couldn\'t find Olympia\'s bottle and I got so upset I started crying</p><cite>— Serena Williams</cite></blockquote>\n<!-- /wp:quote -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Serena suffered with post-natal depression following the birth of her daughter and opened up about her journey to help others.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>She said: \"Honestly, sometimes I think I still have to deal with it. I think people have to talk about it more because it\'s almost like the fourth trimester, it\'s part of the pregnancy. 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(Instagram)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":937} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/Serena-Williams-.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-937\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>She said: \"The day I stop fighting for equality and for people that look like you and me will be the day I\'m in my grave.\"</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:quote -->\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\"><p>I remember one day, I couldn\'t find Olympia\'s bottle and I got so upset I started crying</p><cite>— Serena Williams</cite></blockquote>\n<!-- /wp:quote -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Serena suffered with post-natal depression following the birth of her daughter and opened up about her journey to help others.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>She said: \"Honestly, sometimes I think I still have to deal with it. I think people have to talk about it more because it\'s almost like the fourth trimester, it\'s part of the pregnancy. 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(Instagram)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>She said: \"The day I stop fighting for equality and for people that look like you and me will be the day I\'m in my grave.\"</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:quote -->\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\"><p>I remember one day, I couldn\'t find Olympia\'s bottle and I got so upset I started crying</p><cite>— Serena Williams</cite></blockquote>\n<!-- /wp:quote -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":937} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/Serena-Williams-.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-937\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Serena suffered with post-natal depression following the birth of her daughter and opened up about her journey to help others.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>She said: \"Honestly, sometimes I think I still have to deal with it. I think people have to talk about it more because it\'s almost like the fourth trimester, it\'s part of the pregnancy. I remember one day, I couldn\'t find Olympia\'s bottle and I got so upset I started crying... because I wanted to be perfect for her.\"</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->','Serena Williams\' lifelong fight for equality','','inherit','closed','closed','','936-revision-v1','','','2019-07-30 21:04:13','2019-07-31 02:04:13','',936,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/article/936-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(959,4,'2019-07-30 21:16:50','2019-07-31 02:16:50','<!-- wp:image {\"id\":931} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/plants-in-home-demo-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-931\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Do you feel that? #PlaceHotB!&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>It’s the type of heat that can make you drowsy, and the summer\nis here to remind you that it’s in charge.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Though the heavy-duty fans and air conditioning units offer\nvarying degrees of respite, many Jamaican homes have a much cheaper option to\ncool down:&nbsp;<strong>PLANTS</strong>.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The average Jamaican houses around one to four potted plants for aesthetic purposes. Did you know that recent studies have shown that adding&nbsp;certain plants can not only keep the air around your homes cool but also help flush out toxins?</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":942} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/potted-plant-around-buzz-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-942\" /><figcaption>Potted fern (centre) and golden pothos (right) among plants used at the Buzz offices! (Photo: Gavin Riley)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Plants have been proven to keep your house cool because they lose water during transpiration, which freshens the air around the plants, leaving it purified and crisp. If you’re looking for a natural, inexpensive way to keep your\nhouse cool, consider getting some&nbsp;of these plants, which can help keep temperatures\ndown:</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>Acrea palm tree</h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":920} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/acrea-palm-tree_demo-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-920\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>As one of the most popular living room and patio plants across the island, areca palm trees are decorative houseplants that act as natural humidifiers.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>In addition to cooling off your home, areca palms can remove\nbenzene, formaldehyde and trichloroethylene from the air.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>Aloe vera</h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":922} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/potted-aloe-vera_demo.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-922\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Known affectionately as ‘sinkle bible’, having an aloe vera plant on hand will not only come in handy if you get any nasty itch, cuts or sunburns, but it is also effective at cooling the air temperature and removing formaldehyde from the air.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>According to a study conducted by the Beijing University of Chemical Technology, potted plants, such as aloe vera could remove formaldehyde from the air in confined spaces.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>Potted ferns</h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":919} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/potted-ferns_demo-1024x614.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-919\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Potted ferns are not only aesthetically pleasing but are popular for their minimalistic design. These plants have been proven to be quite skilled in ‘sprucing up’ the air quality in your home. Potted ferns are notoriously adept at absorbing harmful gases through pores on the surface of their leaves.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>Snake plants</h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":921} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/snake-plant_demo.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-921\" /><figcaption>Sansevieria trifasciata or Snake plant in pot at home</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Snake plants, also known as Mother-in-Law\'s Tongue, are another potted plant with exceptional air-purifying properties.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>According to a 1989 study published by scientists at NASA, low-light requiring houseplants such as mother-in-law’s tongue, “have demonstrated the potential for improving indoor air quality by removing trace organic pollutants from the air in energy-efficient buildings”.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>Golden pothos</h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":918} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/golden-pothos_demo-1024x614.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-918\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The golden pothos is another plant popular in Jamaica with great air-purification properties. 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their lodgings to provide for a number of visitors who come to this part of Jamaica.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":975,\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/Falmouth-Pier.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-975\" /><figcaption>Tourists enjoying sites and attractions at the Falmouth Pier in Trelawny</figcaption></figure></div>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Location in housing schemes such as Florence Hall, Stonebrook, Holland and Coral Springs among others are all listed on the Airbnb website for persons to choose from with rates ranging from US 30.00 per night up to US 100.00 and more in some instances.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":967} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/Airbnb-Rental-In-Trelawny-1024x640.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-967\" /><figcaption>Airbnb rental in Stonebrook Vista in Trelawny, Jamaica</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The lure of nearby attractions such as the beaches, Glistening Waters Marina and the Martha Brae Rivers coupled with the fact that it has less of the hustle and bustle of Montego Bay and Ocho Rios has made Trelawny an ideal spot for travellers who are still a few minutes from both major towns.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":966,\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/Glistening-Waters-Luminous-Lagoon.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-966\" /><figcaption>Glistening Waters luminous lagoon attraction in Trelawny, Jamaica</figcaption></figure></div>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Persons have found it lucrative to share their living spaces for a few nights at a time and some are in the process of expanding their 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03:18:02','<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Recently, sprint legend Usain Bolt was in the media in defence of his former coach Glen Mills against assertions made by some of his former club mates while at Racers.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>However, it seems that the legendary athlete has moved past that and recently took some time out of his busy schedule to sit down and have a chat with some young athletes who were participating in the Racers Summer Camp. 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Instead, he was willing to take a leap of faith.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":874} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/PBR-3-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-874\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Gardner boldly explains that love for fashion is hereditary in his family; he could not escape his destiny. 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This makes it difficult to cater to males in Jamaica, Gardner shared in an exclusive interview with <strong>Buzz</strong>. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":877} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/PBR-4-819x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-877\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The fashion enthusiast also noted that the cost for male clothing is far more costly than those for females, thus making it easier for him to cater to female clients.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":878} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/PBR-2-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-878\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>For Gardner, balancing two jobs is like riding a bike. 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Its clean and simple lines made it stand out and over the years it has become a classic.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":1168} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/cortez-basic-mens-shoe-M.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1168\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>This sneaker has been updated for 2019, coming in even lighter despite the use of premium leather. 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Check out our <a href=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/article/nike-goes-laceless-with-phantom-react-flyknit/\">next feature here</a>.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->','Nike Cortez: Don’t call it a comeback','','publish','closed','closed','','nike-cortez-dont-call-it-a-comeback','','','2019-07-31 16:06:39','2019-07-31 21:06:39','',0,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/?p=984',0,'post','',0),(985,4,'2019-07-30 22:10:00','2019-07-31 03:10:00','<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><br> By Al Edwards<br><br> The Nike Classic Cortez is all the rage this summer, as the old-school trainer takes centre stage.<br><br> Released way back in the early 70s, the Cortez was Nike’s original running shoe. Its clean and simple lines made it stand out and over the years it has become a classic.<br><br> This sneaker has been updated for 2019, coming in even lighter despite the use of premium leather. This time around, Nike has ensured the Cortez is well cushioned so there is less impact on your feet.<br><br> This iconic shoe has most definitely become a lifestyle statement with its distinctive slim swoosh logo and herringbone-patterned soles.<br><br> Favoured by rapper Kendrick Lamar, the Cortez made an appearance at Paris Fashion Week last year. In Fact Forrest Gump ran across America in a pair of Nike Cortez!<br><br> Funky yet sporty, the Cortez now comes in a variety of colours including “ Active Fuchsia”, “Floral Pack”, “ Topaz Gold” black and even iridescent.<br><br> This timeless classic still looks fresh and the original red, white and blue Nike Cortez is still kickin’ it!<br><br></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->','Nike Cortez: Don’t call it a comeback','','inherit','closed','closed','','984-revision-v1','','','2019-07-30 22:10:00','2019-07-31 03:10:00','',984,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/article/984-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(986,4,'2019-07-30 22:12:08','2019-07-31 03:12:08','<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The Nike Classic Cortez is all the rage this summer, as the old-school trainer takes centre stage.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Released way back in the early 70s, the Cortez was Nike’s original running shoe. 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In fact, Forrest Gump ran across America in a pair of Nike Cortez!</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Funky yet sporty, the Cortez now comes in a variety of colours including “ Active Fuchsia”, “Floral Pack”, “ Topaz Gold” black and even iridescent.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>This timeless classic still looks fresh and the original red, white and blue Nike Cortez is still kickin’ it!<br><br></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->','Nike Cortez: Don’t call it a comeback','','inherit','closed','closed','','984-revision-v1','','','2019-07-30 22:12:08','2019-07-31 03:12:08','',984,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/article/984-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(987,11,'2019-07-30 22:13:35','2019-07-31 03:13:35','','Group-Photo','','inherit','closed','closed','','group-photo','','','2019-07-30 22:13:35','2019-07-31 03:13:35','',982,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/Group-Photo.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(988,11,'2019-07-30 22:14:23','2019-07-31 03:14:23','','Priceless-Autograph','','inherit','closed','closed','','priceless-autograph','','','2019-07-30 22:14:23','2019-07-31 03:14:23','',982,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/Priceless-Autograph.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(990,11,'2019-07-30 22:17:58','2019-07-31 03:17:58','<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Recently Sprint legend Usain Bolt was in the media in defence of his former coach Glen Mills against assertions made by some of his former club mates while at Racers.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>However, it seems that the legendary athlete has moved past that and recently took some time out of his busy schedule to sit down and have a chat with some young athletes who were participating in the Racers Summer Camp. The camp was held at the UWI Mona Bowl in July.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>On his Twitter account Bolt is quoted as saying \"happy to hold a reason with the young G\'s\". </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:embed {\"url\":\"https://twitter.com/usainbolt/status/1151538171169116160\",\"type\":\"rich\",\"providerNameSlug\":\"twitter\",\"align\":\"center\",\"className\":\"\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-rich is-provider-twitter\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\nhttps://twitter.com/usainbolt/status/1151538171169116160\n</div></figure>\n<!-- /wp:embed -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Bolt highlighted time spent speaking to the athletes in a group fashion and they, in turn, paying keen attention to what he had to say.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":987} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/Group-Photo.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-987\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>There was also some group lens time and signing of autographs.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":988} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/Priceless-Autograph.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-988\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The Summer School is as a result of Racers seeking to accommodate parents who ask that their children be trained by them. 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You may think your little ones are precocious but children who are argumentative and do not listen, are really just rude and ill-mannered and there is nothing cute about that. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>With that said also note that four-letter words do not look good coming out of the mouths of children! <strong><em>Be aware of the movies and television shows they watch and monitor</em></strong> their activities online as not everything can pass the Broadcasting Commission’s child-friendly ratings.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>When it comes to children, <strong><em>it is knowledge and not expensive brands that will make your child shine</em></strong>.  Kids who have the latest in designer bags, shoes and other costly items are just walking billboards for high-priced consumption. It is ironic how parents who complain that school fees are too high, are the very ones who find the money for material stuff but not textbooks. <br></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:quote -->\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\"><p> Teachers struggle daily when faced with the challenge of marking a child named ‘Airwrecka’ (Erica) present</p></blockquote>\n<!-- /wp:quote -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>One of the biggest pet peeves of teachers is <strong><em>marking a register with names not even the students themselves can spell</em></strong>! The Registrar General Department shocked many Jamaicans a few years ago when they made a public appeal for parents to desist from giving their children ‘unusual’ names such as ‘Syphilis’. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>While most would have a chuckle, teachers struggle daily when faced with the challenge of marking a child named ‘Airwrecka’ (Erica) present!<br></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>And while you are at it,<em> <strong>hold back on the smartphones for some of the children</strong></em>. Think about how smartphones have become almost a weapon in the hands of children, especially when they use their camera and video capabilities to film themselves doing things they should not be doing! </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>And the number one complaint: homework that is not done at home. <strong><em>Homework should not be seen as punishment</em></strong>. It is a parent’s responsibility to ensure that their child gets their assignment done without doing the actual work for them.<br></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Always remember how difficult a job teaching can be. The next time you see a teacher, tell him or her thanks. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:quote -->\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\"><p> <strong><em>If it was not for them, you would not even be able to read this article.</em></strong> </p></blockquote>\n<!-- /wp:quote -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Also, did you catch a glimpse of this heartfelt piece from an educator in the US, who decided to leave the profession?</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:embed {\"url\":\"https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=10105548277289709\\u0026id=7821126\",\"type\":\"rich\",\"providerNameSlug\":\"facebook\",\"className\":\"\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-facebook\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\nhttps://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=10105548277289709&amp;id=7821126\n</div></figure>\n<!-- /wp:embed -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Let\'s give our teachers the love and respect they deserve. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->','Things teachers wish parents knew','','publish','closed','closed','','things-teachers-wish-parents-knew','','','2019-08-14 17:39:23','2019-08-14 22:39:23','',0,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/?p=1003',0,'post','',0),(1004,14,'2019-07-31 08:05:46','2019-07-31 13:05:46','<!-- wp:image {\"id\":931} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/plants-in-home-demo-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-931\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Do you feel that? #PlaceHotB!&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>It’s the type of heat that can make you drowsy, and the summer\nis here to remind you that it’s in charge.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Though the heavy-duty fans and air conditioning units offer\nvarying degrees of respite, many Jamaican homes have a much cheaper option to\ncool down:&nbsp;<strong>PLANTS</strong>.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The average Jamaican houses around one to four potted plants for aesthetic purposes. Did you know that recent studies have shown that adding&nbsp;certain plants can not only keep the air around your homes cool but also help flush out toxins?</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":942} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/potted-plant-around-buzz-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-942\" /><figcaption>Acrea palm (centre) and golden pothos (right) among plants used in our Buzz offices! (Photo: Gavin Riley)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Plants have been proven to keep your house cool because they lose water during transpiration, which freshens the air around the plants, leaving it purified and crisp. If you’re looking for a natural, inexpensive way to keep your\nhouse cool, consider getting some&nbsp;of these plants, which can help keep temperatures\ndown:</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>Acrea palm tree</h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":920} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/acrea-palm-tree_demo-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-920\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>As one of the most popular living room and patio plants across the island, areca palm trees are decorative houseplants that act as natural humidifiers.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>In addition to cooling off your home, areca palms can remove\nbenzene, formaldehyde and trichloroethylene from the air.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>Aloe vera</h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":922} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/potted-aloe-vera_demo.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-922\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Known affectionately as ‘sinkle bible’, having an aloe vera plant on hand will not only come in handy if you get any nasty itch, cuts or sunburns, but it is also effective at cooling the air temperature and&nbsp;removing formaldehyde from the air.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>According to a study conducted by the Beijing University of Chemical Technology, potted plants, such as aloe vera could remove formaldehyde from the air in confined spaces.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>Potted ferns</h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":919} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/potted-ferns_demo-1024x614.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-919\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Potted ferns are not only aesthetically pleasing but are popular for their minimalistic design. These plants have been proven to be quite skilled in ‘sprucing up’ the air quality in your home. Potted ferns are notoriously adept at absorbing harmful gases through pores on the surface of their leaves.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>Snake plants</h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":921} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/snake-plant_demo.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-921\" /><figcaption>Sansevieria trifasciata or Snake plant in pot at home</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Snake plants, also known as Mother-in-Law\'s Tongue, are another potted plant with exceptional air-purifying properties.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>According to a 1989 study published by scientists at NASA, low-light requiring houseplants such as mother-in-law’s tongue, “have demonstrated the potential for improving indoor air quality by removing trace organic pollutants from the air in energy-efficient buildings”.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>Golden pothos</h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":918} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/golden-pothos_demo-1024x614.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-918\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The golden pothos is another plant popular in Jamaica with great air-purification properties. Known locally as \'creeper\', the plant, which thrives in a system of vines, is perfect for those who aren’t exactly garden-savvy, as it’s extremely easy to take care of.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p> A golden pothos requires little light and little care, and it will keep your air cool and purified.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Now that you’re armed to the bedrock with information, cool dung yuh yaad with your very own ‘green arsenal’ and get you purify on!</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->','Buzz Hacks: 5 plants to keep your home cool this summer','','inherit','closed','closed','','913-revision-v1','','','2019-07-31 08:05:46','2019-07-31 13:05:46','',913,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/article/913-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1006,11,'2019-07-31 08:27:21','2019-07-31 13:27:21','<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The saying <em>‘if a child does not learn, a teacher did not teach’</em> may be debatable in today’s society; but there are some things that teachers wished that parents would teach their children before unleashing them on the wider society. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>More parents should also be ‘schooled’ on what exactly is the role of a teacher, in order to improve the teaching-learning experience for a child.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p> <br><strong><em>Firstly, the teacher is not an informal financial institution.</em></strong> They assist students with bus fare and lunch money, but it is unconscionable for parents to continuously ask them to do this considering how poorly our nation’s teachers are already being paid.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong><em>Also, lice are not counted as students and are not listed on the register!</em></strong> No educator wants the onerous task of combing through students’ hair and telling the infected culprits to go home. <br></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>If you really want to make their lives easier, <strong><em>train up your children with manners and respect</em></strong>. You may think your little ones are precocious but children who are argumentative and do not listen, are really just rude and ill-mannered and there is nothing cute about that. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>With that said also note that four-letter words do not look good coming out of the mouths of children! <strong><em>Be aware of the movies and television shows they watch and monitor</em></strong> their activities online as not everything can pass the Broadcasting Commission’s child-friendly ratings.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>When it comes to children, <strong><em>it is knowledge and not expensive brands that will make your child shine</em></strong>.  Kids who have the latest in designer bags, shoes and other costly items are just walking billboards for high-priced consumption. It is ironic how parents who complain that school fees are too high, are the very ones who find the money for material stuff but not textbooks. <br></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:quote -->\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\"><p>\"Public appeal for parents to desist from giving their children ‘unusual’ names such as ‘Syphilis’\"</p><cite>Registrar General Department, Jamaica</cite></blockquote>\n<!-- /wp:quote -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>One of the biggest pet peeves of teachers is <strong><em>marking a register with names not even the students themselves can spell</em></strong>! The Registrar General Department shocked many Jamaicans a few years ago when they made a public appeal for parents to desist from giving their children ‘unusual’ names such as ‘Syphilis’. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>While most would have a chuckle, teachers struggle daily when faced with the challenge of marking a child named ‘Airwrecka’ (Erica) present!<br></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>And while you are at it,<em> <strong>hold back on the smartphones for some of the children</strong></em>. Think about how smartphones have become almost a weapon in the hands of children, especially when they use their camera and video capabilities to film themselves doing things they should not be doing! </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>And the number one complaint: homework that is not done at home. <strong><em>Homework should not be seen as punishment</em></strong>. It is a parent’s responsibility to ensure that their child gets their assignment done without doing the actual work for them.<br></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Always remember how difficult a job teaching can be. The next time you see a teacher, tell him or her thanks. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:quote -->\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\"><p> <strong><em>If it was not for them, you would not even be able to read this article.</em></strong> </p></blockquote>\n<!-- /wp:quote -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Also, did you catch a glimpse of this heartfelt piece from an educator in the US, who decided to leave the profession?</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:embed {\"url\":\"https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=10105548277289709\\u0026id=7821126\",\"type\":\"rich\",\"providerNameSlug\":\"facebook\",\"className\":\"\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-facebook\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\nhttps://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=10105548277289709&amp;id=7821126\n</div></figure>\n<!-- /wp:embed -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Let\'s give our teachers the love and respect they deserve. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->','Things Teachers Wish Parents Knew','','inherit','closed','closed','','1003-revision-v1','','','2019-07-31 08:27:21','2019-07-31 13:27:21','',1003,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/article/1003-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1007,11,'2019-07-31 08:32:39','2019-07-31 13:32:39','','Parents Reading With Children','','inherit','closed','closed','','parents-reading-with-children','','','2019-07-31 08:32:39','2019-07-31 13:32:39','',1003,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/Parents-Reading-With-Children.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(1012,14,'2019-07-31 08:49:38','2019-07-31 13:49:38','<!-- wp:image {\"id\":328} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/world-map-demo-1024x610.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-328\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>In the year 1920, the League of Nations officially recognised sovereignty for 86 countries across the world – nearly 100 years later, and that number has swelled to 195 internationally recognised states.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Over the course of the last century, several groups and factions have revolted against their respective governments to declare a region “independent” and just like their ancestors before them, territorial disputes rage on across the globe.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><em>Countries below, highlighted in red, are currently caught up in territorial dispute</em>s</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":779} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/territorial-disputes-all-countries-1024x563.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-779\" /><figcaption>A global map of all countries, including Jamaica, (in red) currently involved in territorial disputes (Photo contributed, Brilliant Maps)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>You may have seen the new name of a country pop up on your atlas\nor Google search and wondered to yourself, “When did that happen?”.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The United Nations (UN) recognises 195 sovereign countries, 193 of which are members, and two – the Holy See and the State of Palestine – being simply observer states.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>But depending on whom you ask, by some definitions, there\nare 197 countries in the world – a number drawn when Taiwan and Kosovo are\nincluded.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong><em>Buzz Jamaica</em></strong> presents eight countries you probably didn’t know existed*:</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>Abkhazia</h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":769} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/abkhazia-flag-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-769\" /><figcaption>Flag of Abkhazia (Photo contributed, Wikipedia)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>1.    Abkhazia is a de facto and partially recognised republic on the eastern coast of the Black Sea, south of the Greater Caucasus mountains, in what is widely recognised as part of northwestern Georgia. The country, at 8,660 square kilometres, is nearly 80% of Jamaica’s size in comparison.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":771} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/abkhazia-on-world-map-1024x606.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-771\" /><figcaption>The disputed areas of Abkhazia (left) and South Ossetia (centre) highlighted in lavender and orange stripes respectively (Photo contributed, Google Maps)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The unitary, semi-presidential republic – a sore point in Georgia-Russia relations after the dissolution of the Soviet Union – is contentiously recognised as a state by Russia, Venezuela, Nicaragua, Nauru, and Syria. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":774} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/krubera-cave-abkhazia-demo.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-774\" /><figcaption>The Krubera Caves in Gagra, Abkhazia is the deepest in the world and a popular tourist attraction. (Photo contributed, Fodors.com)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>While Georgia lacks control over Abkhazia, the Georgian\ngovernment and most United Nations member states consider Abkhazia legally part\nof Georgia as of 2008, with Georgian constitution designating the area as the\nAutonomous Republic of Abkhazia.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>Kosovo</h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":775} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/kosovo-flag-1024x683.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-775\" /><figcaption>Kosovo flag (Photo contributed, Wikipedia)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>2.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Kosovo is another European ‘country’, which\ndeclared its independence from Serbia in 2008. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Roughly the size of Jamaica at 10,908 square kilometers,\nKosovo is landlocked and located in the center of the Balkan Peninsula in\nsoutheast Europe. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":777} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/kosovo-map-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-777\" /><figcaption>Map of Kosovo and the other Balkan states (Photo contributed, Frontiers of Freedom)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>It has since gained diplomatic recognition as a sovereign\nstate by 102 United Nations member states. Serbia, the country contesting\nKosovo’s sovereignty has accepted its institutions and elected officials but\ncontinues to claim it as the Autonomous Province of Kosovo and Metohija.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":784} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/prishtina-city-center.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-784\" /><figcaption>Prishtina, the capital of Kosovo in its glory (Photo contributed, AdventurousTours.com)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>Transnistria</h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":786} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/transnistria-flag-1024x512.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-786\" /><figcaption>Flag of Transnistria (Photo contributed, Wikipedia)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>3.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Clocking in at\nabout 40 percent of Jamaica’s total area, Transnistria is a primarily\nunrecognised state that split from Moldova after the collapse of the Soviet\nUnion.&nbsp; </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":790} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/transnistria-map.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-790\" /><figcaption>Map of Transnistria and now resolved disputed territory Gagauzia (Photo contributed, Euromaidan Press)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The territory mostly sits on a narrow strip of land between\nthe river Dniester and Ukraine – being only recognised only by Abkhazia,\nArtsakh, and South Ossetia. The region is considered by the UN and its member\nstates to be part of Moldova.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":791} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/bender-fortress-transnistria-1024x615.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-791\" /><figcaption>The Tighina Fotress in Bender, Transnistria\'s second-largest city (Photo contributed, Connor Clyne, TsarExperience.com)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>Somaliland</h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":792} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/somaliland-flag-1024x512.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-792\" /><figcaption>Flag of Somaliland (Photo contributed, Wikipedia)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>4.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The republic of Somaliland is a self-declared state located in what is internationally recognised as northwest Somalia. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Its officials claimed the territory as an independent country in 1991 and the state reportedly spans parts of the borders with Ethiopia, Djibouti and Somalia to the east. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":796} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/somaliland-map-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-796\" /><figcaption>Map showing Somaliland and its neighbours (Photo contributed, The New Arab)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>With an area of 176,120 square kilometres, Somaliland\'s\nself-proclaimed independence remains unrecognised by any country or\ninternational organisation.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":797} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/laas-geel-rock-cave-paintings.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-797\" /><figcaption>The world-famous Laas Geel caves and its intricate rock paintings are a must-see for tourists (Photo contributed, Theodore Hoffsten, Wikipedia Commons)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>Artsakh</h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":798} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/artsakh-1024x512.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-798\" /><figcaption>Flag of Artsahk (Photo contributed, Wikipedia)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>5.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Just larger than\nJamaica, Artsakh is a breakaway state in the South Caucasus that is\ninternationally recognized as part of Azerbaijan. The area has been under a\nperpetual ceasefire since 1994 and was a hotly contested territory from the\nearly 1920s.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":799} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/artsakh-sights-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-799\" /><figcaption>The national pride of Artsakh, a grandiose pair of statues called \'We are Mountains\'. Known as Tatik Papik by locals, these structures are a tourist magnet. (Photo contributed, Pinterest)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The Republic of Artsakh is neither a member nor observer of the UN or any of its specialized agencies – and is only recognised as a state by fellow disputed territories Transnistria, Abkhazia and South Ossetia.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":800} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/artsakh-waterfall-1024x681.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-800\" /><figcaption>The famed \'Umbrella\' or Zontik waterfall in Muxtar, Artsakh (Photo contributed, Pinterest)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>South Ossetia</h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>6. Georgia makes claim to another disputed territory on our list after South Ossetia declared itself independent in 1990.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":822} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/south-ossetia-flag-1024x512.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-822\" /><figcaption>Flag of South Ossetia (Photo contributed, Wikipedia)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Also called the state of Alania, South Ossetia is a disputed\nterritory in the South Caucasus, in what is internationally recognised as\nnorthern Georgian territory.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":823} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/south-ossetia-mountain-lake.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-823\" /><figcaption>The beautiful mountain lake of Kelistba.   Fed by the Xanthi river, Lake Kelistba is 2925 meters high on a plateau in the Caucasus mountains. (Photo contributed, TravelTourismBlog.com)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>At 35 percent the size of Jamaica, South Ossetia is only\nrecoginsed as fully independent and autonomous by Russia, Nauru, Venezuela and\nNicaragua.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":824} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/south-ossetia-ksani-fortress.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-824\" /><figcaption>The perfectly preserved Ksani fortress in South Ossetia, one of the country\'s many historical monuments. (Photo contributed, TravelTourismBlog.com) </figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>Luhansk People\'s Republic (LPR)</h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":826} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/lugansk-people-republic-flag-1024x683.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-826\" /><figcaption>Flag of the  Luhansk People\'s Republic (LPR), (Photo contributed, Wikipedia)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>7.    The Luhansk People\'s Republic (LPR) is a landlocked quasi-state in what is internationally recognised as part of eastern Ukraine.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The LPR declared its independence in the aftermath of the 2014 revolution that swept Ukraine and is the stage of an armed conflict that rages on as at April 2019.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":827} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/lugansk-people-republic-map.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-827\" /><figcaption>Map of Ukraine highlighting its territorial disputes with Russia (Photo contributed, Nationalia.info) </figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>No country or member state of the UN has recoginsed the\nLPR’s sovereignty.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>Sahrawi Republic </h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":829} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/sahrawi-republic-flag-1024x512.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-829\" /><figcaption>Flag of the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic (Photo contributed, Wikipedia)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>8.    The Sahrawi Republic, the 83rd largest country in the world, is a partially recognised state that claims the non-self-governing territory of Western Sahara. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Interestingly enough, the Sahrawi Republic controls only the\neasternmost one-fifth of that territory, along the border with Mauritania. The\nSahrawi Republic was proclaimed independent in 1976, but its government\ncontrols about 20–25% of the territory it claims.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":830} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/western-sahara-conflict-map-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-830\" /><figcaption>Map of Western Sahara, showing areas of Morrocan control (in blue) and the territory being controlled by the Sahrawi Republic (in green) (Photo contributed, Wikipedia)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The Sahrawi Republic maintains close diplomatic relations with 40 UN states and is a full member of the African Union (AU). The majority of the disputed lands of Western Sahara are governed in full or partly by Morocco in what is described as a ‘buffer zone’.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":835} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/polisario-morocco-palace.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-835\" /><figcaption>The Polisario Morrocan Palace in Western Sahara, the territory being disputed by the Sahrawi Republic (Photo contributed, AllThatsInteresting.com)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><em>*(The term “existed” is used in this article in reference to countries that are not popularly known. We also acknowledge that these areas are heavily disputed, and not recognized by the international community, outside of supporting countries/territories.)</em></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>If you didn\'t know all these countries are visa-free destinations for Jamaicans (but be careful)! For more countries </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Which \'new\' country surprised you the most? Let us know in the comments!</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->','Eight places in the world you never knew existed','','inherit','closed','closed','','762-revision-v1','','','2019-07-31 08:49:38','2019-07-31 13:49:38','',762,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/article/762-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1013,11,'2019-07-31 14:12:50','2019-07-31 19:12:50','<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Forget about ‘kumbaya’, free love and that sharing is caring. Human beings were meant to be social, but alas, we also need to be sanitary and the only things we should pass on from one person to the next is wisdom.  </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Social media is not the only realm in which we often ‘overshare’, as when it comes to personal hygiene practices, common sense seems to go on vacation for some individuals.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>So we\'ve taken the liberty of sharing a short list of things it would be best to keep to yourself, both for your peace of mind as well as your personal health.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\n<h4>Underwear </h4>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>This heads the list, and believe it or not, some teens not only share clothes but underwear as well. <strong><em>This is a practice that should never be encouraged</em></strong>. The idea of being okay sitting in someone else’s bodily fluids boggles the mind. *Eeek*<br></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":1090,\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/Underwear-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1090\" /></figure></div>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\n<h4>Toothbrush </h4>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>This is one of the capital cities for breeding germs and if someone has a dental history similar to dancehall artiste Gully Bop, you are in big trouble. Toothbrushes are inexpensive and readily available. So, <strong><em>let\'s scrap the communal oral hygiene</em></strong>.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":1091} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/toothbrush-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1091\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\n<h4>Secrets </h4>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Here is where it really gets interesting. <strong><em>There’s a saying: three can keep a secret if two are dead.</em></strong> That basically means a shut mouth gathers no foot and everything you see or hear should not be broadcasted to a wider audience. Nobody likes a stool pigeon.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":1104} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/Dont-Tell-1024x684.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1104\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\n<h4>Deodorant </h4>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Underarm care is ‘muy importante’ and any cuts, lumps, bruises or openings in the skin determine that sharing roll-on or stick deodorant is a no-no. <strong><em>If your friends run out, introduce them to the joys and wonders of baking soda which works like a charm</em></strong>.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":1106} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/deodorant-1024x992.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1106\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\n<h4>Make-up  </h4>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Much like the deodorant, if it goes on your skin, it’s a personal effect. Many people have fungal infections and untreated skin conditions that are spread by sharing make-up brushes. Hey, you can also be a nice person and just buy your friend their own make-up kit.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":1108} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/make-up-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1108\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\n<h4>Towel</h4>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong><em>Why should you be cool swapping dead skin?</em></strong> If you are sleeping over and did not pack, reach for a large rag or even a t-shirt - preferably your own.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":1111} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/towels-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1111\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\n<h4>Your partner!  </h4>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong><em>If you value your relationship, there will be no sharing</em></strong>. His/her ‘truck’ should be parked in your garage and not the street side. Your friends need not know those intimate details. Keep what you do with your partner to yourself, especially if their game is on point because sharing that info is a recipe for trouble.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":1124} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/couple-holding-hands-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1124\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>At the end of the day, ‘oversharing’ can become costly in so many ways. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The only things that need to be dispensed freely are ideas and carpool duties. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->','Sorry, can\'t share these 7 things','','publish','open','closed','','sorry-cant-share-these-7-things','','','2019-08-14 19:45:01','2019-08-15 00:45:01','',0,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/?p=1013',0,'post','',0),(1015,14,'2019-07-31 08:54:25','2019-07-31 13:54:25','<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>In the year 1920, the League of Nations officially recognised sovereignty for 86 countries across the world. Nearly 100 years later, and that number has swelled to 195 internationally recognised states.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Over the course of the last century, several groups and factions have revolted against their respective governments to declare a region “independent” and just like their ancestors before them, territorial disputes rage on across the globe.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><em>Countries below, highlighted in red, are currently caught up in territorial dispute</em>s</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":779} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/territorial-disputes-all-countries-1024x563.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-779\" /><figcaption>A global map of all countries, including Jamaica, (in red) currently involved in territorial disputes (Photo contributed, Brilliant Maps)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>You may have seen the new name of a country pop up on your atlas\nor Google search and wondered to yourself, “When did that happen?”.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The United Nations (UN) recognises 195 sovereign countries, 193 of which are members, and two – the Holy See and the State of Palestine – being simply observer states.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>But depending on whom you ask, by some definitions, there\nare 197 countries in the world – a number drawn when Taiwan and Kosovo are\nincluded.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong><em>Buzz Jamaica</em></strong> presents eight countries you probably didn’t know existed*:</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>Abkhazia</h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":769} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/abkhazia-flag-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-769\" /><figcaption>Flag of Abkhazia (Photo contributed, Wikipedia)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>1.    Abkhazia is a de facto and partially recognised republic on the eastern coast of the Black Sea, south of the Greater Caucasus mountains, in what is widely recognised as part of northwestern Georgia. The country, at 8,660 square kilometres, is nearly 80% of Jamaica’s size in comparison.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":771} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/abkhazia-on-world-map-1024x606.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-771\" /><figcaption>The disputed areas of Abkhazia (left) and South Ossetia (centre) highlighted in lavender and orange stripes respectively (Photo contributed, Google Maps)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The unitary, semi-presidential republic – a sore point in Georgia-Russia relations after the dissolution of the Soviet Union – is contentiously recognised as a state by Russia, Venezuela, Nicaragua, Nauru, and Syria. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":774} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/krubera-cave-abkhazia-demo.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-774\" /><figcaption>The Krubera Caves in Gagra, Abkhazia is the deepest in the world and a popular tourist attraction. (Photo contributed, Fodors.com)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>While Georgia lacks control over Abkhazia, the Georgian\ngovernment and most United Nations member states consider Abkhazia legally part\nof Georgia as of 2008, with Georgian constitution designating the area as the\nAutonomous Republic of Abkhazia.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>Kosovo</h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":775} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/kosovo-flag-1024x683.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-775\" /><figcaption>Kosovo flag (Photo contributed, Wikipedia)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>2.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Kosovo is another European ‘country’, which\ndeclared its independence from Serbia in 2008. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Roughly the size of Jamaica at 10,908 square kilometers,\nKosovo is landlocked and located in the center of the Balkan Peninsula in\nsoutheast Europe. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":777} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/kosovo-map-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-777\" /><figcaption>Map of Kosovo and the other Balkan states (Photo contributed, Frontiers of Freedom)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>It has since gained diplomatic recognition as a sovereign\nstate by 102 United Nations member states. Serbia, the country contesting\nKosovo’s sovereignty has accepted its institutions and elected officials but\ncontinues to claim it as the Autonomous Province of Kosovo and Metohija.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":784} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/prishtina-city-center.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-784\" /><figcaption>Prishtina, the capital of Kosovo in its glory (Photo contributed, AdventurousTours.com)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>Transnistria</h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":786} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/transnistria-flag-1024x512.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-786\" /><figcaption>Flag of Transnistria (Photo contributed, Wikipedia)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>3.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Clocking in at\nabout 40 percent of Jamaica’s total area, Transnistria is a primarily\nunrecognised state that split from Moldova after the collapse of the Soviet\nUnion.&nbsp; </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":790} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/transnistria-map.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-790\" /><figcaption>Map of Transnistria and now resolved disputed territory Gagauzia (Photo contributed, Euromaidan Press)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The territory mostly sits on a narrow strip of land between\nthe river Dniester and Ukraine – being only recognised only by Abkhazia,\nArtsakh, and South Ossetia. The region is considered by the UN and its member\nstates to be part of Moldova.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":791} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/bender-fortress-transnistria-1024x615.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-791\" /><figcaption>The Tighina Fotress in Bender, Transnistria\'s second-largest city (Photo contributed, Connor Clyne, TsarExperience.com)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>Somaliland</h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":792} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/somaliland-flag-1024x512.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-792\" /><figcaption>Flag of Somaliland (Photo contributed, Wikipedia)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>4.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The republic of Somaliland is a self-declared state located in what is internationally recognised as northwest Somalia. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Its officials claimed the territory as an independent country in 1991 and the state reportedly spans parts of the borders with Ethiopia, Djibouti and Somalia to the east. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":796} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/somaliland-map-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-796\" /><figcaption>Map showing Somaliland and its neighbours (Photo contributed, The New Arab)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>With an area of 176,120 square kilometres, Somaliland\'s\nself-proclaimed independence remains unrecognised by any country or\ninternational organisation.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":797} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/laas-geel-rock-cave-paintings.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-797\" /><figcaption>The world-famous Laas Geel caves and its intricate rock paintings are a must-see for tourists (Photo contributed, Theodore Hoffsten, Wikipedia Commons)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>Artsakh</h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":798} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/artsakh-1024x512.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-798\" /><figcaption>Flag of Artsahk (Photo contributed, Wikipedia)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>5.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Just larger than\nJamaica, Artsakh is a breakaway state in the South Caucasus that is\ninternationally recognized as part of Azerbaijan. The area has been under a\nperpetual ceasefire since 1994 and was a hotly contested territory from the\nearly 1920s.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":799} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/artsakh-sights-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-799\" /><figcaption>The national pride of Artsakh, a grandiose pair of statues called \'We are Mountains\'. Known as Tatik Papik by locals, these structures are a tourist magnet. (Photo contributed, Pinterest)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The Republic of Artsakh is neither a member nor observer of the UN or any of its specialized agencies – and is only recognised as a state by fellow disputed territories Transnistria, Abkhazia and South Ossetia.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":800} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/artsakh-waterfall-1024x681.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-800\" /><figcaption>The famed \'Umbrella\' or Zontik waterfall in Muxtar, Artsakh (Photo contributed, Pinterest)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>South Ossetia</h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>6. Georgia makes claim to another disputed territory on our list after South Ossetia declared itself independent in 1990.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":822} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/south-ossetia-flag-1024x512.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-822\" /><figcaption>Flag of South Ossetia (Photo contributed, Wikipedia)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Also called the state of Alania, South Ossetia is a disputed\nterritory in the South Caucasus, in what is internationally recognised as\nnorthern Georgian territory.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":823} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/south-ossetia-mountain-lake.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-823\" /><figcaption>The beautiful mountain lake of Kelistba.   Fed by the Xanthi river, Lake Kelistba is 2925 meters high on a plateau in the Caucasus mountains. (Photo contributed, TravelTourismBlog.com)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>At 35 percent the size of Jamaica, South Ossetia is only\nrecoginsed as fully independent and autonomous by Russia, Nauru, Venezuela and\nNicaragua.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":824} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/south-ossetia-ksani-fortress.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-824\" /><figcaption>The perfectly preserved Ksani fortress in South Ossetia, one of the country\'s many historical monuments. (Photo contributed, TravelTourismBlog.com) </figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>Luhansk People\'s Republic (LPR)</h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":826} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/lugansk-people-republic-flag-1024x683.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-826\" /><figcaption>Flag of the  Luhansk People\'s Republic (LPR), (Photo contributed, Wikipedia)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>7.    The Luhansk People\'s Republic (LPR) is a landlocked quasi-state in what is internationally recognised as part of eastern Ukraine.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The LPR declared its independence in the aftermath of the 2014 revolution that swept Ukraine and is the stage of an armed conflict that rages on as at April 2019.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":827} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/lugansk-people-republic-map.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-827\" /><figcaption>Map of Ukraine highlighting its territorial disputes with Russia (Photo contributed, Nationalia.info) </figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>No country or member state of the UN has recoginsed the\nLPR’s sovereignty.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>Sahrawi Republic </h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":829} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/sahrawi-republic-flag-1024x512.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-829\" /><figcaption>Flag of the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic (Photo contributed, Wikipedia)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>8.    The Sahrawi Republic, the 83rd largest country in the world, is a partially recognised state that claims the non-self-governing territory of Western Sahara. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Interestingly enough, the Sahrawi Republic controls only the\neasternmost one-fifth of that territory, along the border with Mauritania. The\nSahrawi Republic was proclaimed independent in 1976, but its government\ncontrols about 20–25% of the territory it claims.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":830} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/western-sahara-conflict-map-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-830\" /><figcaption>Map of Western Sahara, showing areas of Morrocan control (in blue) and the territory being controlled by the Sahrawi Republic (in green) (Photo contributed, Wikipedia)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The Sahrawi Republic maintains close diplomatic relations with 40 UN states and is a full member of the African Union (AU). The majority of the disputed lands of Western Sahara are governed in full or partly by Morocco in what is described as a ‘buffer zone’.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":835} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/polisario-morocco-palace.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-835\" /><figcaption>The Polisario Morrocan Palace in Western Sahara, the territory being disputed by the Sahrawi Republic (Photo contributed, AllThatsInteresting.com)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><em>*(The term “existed” is used in this article in reference to countries that are not popularly known. We also acknowledge that these areas are heavily disputed, and not recognized by the international community, outside of supporting countries/territories.)</em></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>If you didn\'t know all these countries are visa-free destinations for Jamaicans (but be careful)! For more countries </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Which \'new\' country surprised you the most? Let us know in the comments!</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->','Eight places in the world you never knew existed','','inherit','closed','closed','','762-revision-v1','','','2019-07-31 08:54:25','2019-07-31 13:54:25','',762,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/article/762-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1016,14,'2019-08-13 10:01:36','2019-08-13 15:01:36','<!-- wp:image {\"id\":1018} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/spanish-bridge-ochi-buzz-1-1024x614.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1018\" /><figcaption>One brave youth decides to risk a full \'chuck off\' at the Spanish Bridge in St. Mary (Photos: Mark Llewellyn)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>What better way to spend a summer’s day than cooling off at Labrynth’s Old Spanish Bridge!</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>With a drive of a little more than an hour from Kingston to St Mary, and it\'s easy to forget about the hustle and bustle of the city when surrounded by lush forest and the aroma of flora and fauna.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":1020} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/spanish-bridge-ochi-buzz-3-1024x614.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1020\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Built in the 1770s, with the azure waters of White River running beneath it, the Old Spanish Bridge has become a growing attraction point.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Swinging off the scenic locale is a must for those who are wild at heart as it pulls out the adventure buffs in droves.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>BUZZ</strong> spent a day at Labyrinth\'s Old Spanish Bridge and brought back some photos – just for you. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:gallery {\"ids\":[1021,1022,1023,1024,1025,1026,1027,1028,1029]} -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-3 is-cropped\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/spanish-bridge-ochi-buzz-1-1-1024x614.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"1021\" data-link=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/?attachment_id=1021\" class=\"wp-image-1021\" /></figure></li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/spanish-bridge-ochi-buzz-2-1024x614.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"1022\" data-link=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/?attachment_id=1022\" class=\"wp-image-1022\" /></figure></li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/spanish-bridge-ochi-buzz-3-1-1024x614.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"1023\" data-link=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/?attachment_id=1023\" class=\"wp-image-1023\" /></figure></li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/spanish-bridge-ochi-buzz-4-1024x614.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"1024\" data-link=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/?attachment_id=1024\" class=\"wp-image-1024\" /></figure></li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/spanish-bridge-ochi-buzz-5-1024x614.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"1025\" data-link=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/?attachment_id=1025\" class=\"wp-image-1025\" /></figure></li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/spanish-bridge-ochi-buzz-6-1024x614.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"1026\" data-link=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/?attachment_id=1026\" class=\"wp-image-1026\" /></figure></li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/spanish-bridge-ochi-buzz-7-1024x614.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"1027\" data-link=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/?attachment_id=1027\" class=\"wp-image-1027\" /></figure></li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/spanish-bridge-ochi-buzz-8-1024x614.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"1028\" data-link=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/?attachment_id=1028\" class=\"wp-image-1028\" /></figure></li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/spanish-bridge-ochi-buzz-9-1024x614.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"1029\" data-link=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/?attachment_id=1029\" class=\"wp-image-1029\" /></figure></li></ul>\n<!-- /wp:gallery -->','A lazy summer at the iconic Spanish Bridge','','publish','closed','closed','','a-lazy-summer-at-ochis-spanish-bridge','','','2019-08-15 10:59:12','2019-08-15 15:59:12','',0,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/?p=1016',0,'post','',0),(1017,11,'2019-07-31 09:22:36','2019-07-31 14:22:36','<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Forget about ‘kumbaya’, free love and that sharing is caring, human beings were meant to be social but alas we also need to be sanitary and the only things we should pass on from one person to the next is wisdom.  </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Indeed social media is not the only realm in which we often ‘overshare’, as when it comes to personal hygiene practices, common sense seems to go on vacation for some individuals.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><br>It may sound cool to be a ‘giver’, but the consequences sometimes are anything but cool hence the following represent a shortlist of things it would be best to keep to yourself, both for your peace of mind as well as your personal health.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Underwear – This heads the list and believe it or not, some teens not only share clothes but underwear as well. This is a practice that should never be encouraged. The idea of being okay sitting in someone else’s body fluids boggles the mind.<br></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Toothbrush –This is one of the capital cities for breeding germs and if someone has a dental history similar to Gully Bop, you are in big trouble. Toothbrushes are inexpensive and readily available hence oral hygiene should not be a communal thing.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><br>Secrets – Here is where it really gets interesting. There’s a saying: three can keep a secret if two are dead. That basically means a shut mouth gathers no foot and everything you see or hear should not be broadcasted to a wider audience. Nobody likes a stool pigeon.<br> Deodorant – underarm care is ‘muy importante’ and any cuts, lumps, bruises or openings in the skin determine that sharing roll-on or stick deodorant is a no-no. If you friends run out, introduce them to the joys and wonders of baking soda which works like a charm.<br> Make-up – much like the deodorant, if it goes on your skin, it’s a personal effect. Many people have are fungal infections and untreated skin conditions that is spread by sharing make up brushes so if you want to be a nice person, go buy your friend their own make up kit.<br> Towel – why should you be cool swapping dead skin? If you are sleeping over and did not pack, reach for a large rag or even a t-shirt, preferably your own.<br> Your man! –If you value your relationship, there will be no sharing. His ‘truck’ should be parked in your garage and not the street side. Your girlfriends need not know if he is circumcised; if it hangs to the left or the right or if he’s a stallion or a minute man with good benefits. Keep what you do with your man to yourself especially if his game is on point because sharing intimate details is a recipe for trouble. <br> At the end of the day ‘oversharing’ can become costly in so many ways hence the only things that needs to be dispensed freely are ideas and car pool duties. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->','Seven items that should not be shared','','inherit','closed','closed','','1013-revision-v1','','','2019-07-31 09:22:36','2019-07-31 14:22:36','',1013,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/article/1013-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1018,14,'2019-07-31 09:51:13','2019-07-31 14:51:13','','spanish-bridge-ochi-buzz-1','','inherit','closed','closed','','spanish-bridge-ochi-buzz-1','','','2019-07-31 09:51:13','2019-07-31 14:51:13','',1016,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/spanish-bridge-ochi-buzz-1.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(1020,14,'2019-07-31 09:55:09','2019-07-31 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the deep country, it\'s easy to forget about the hustle and bustle of the city when surrounded by lush forest and the aroma of flora and fauna.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Built in the 1770s, with the azure waters of White River running beneath it, Old Spanish Bridge has become a growing attraction point.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong><em>Buzz</em></strong> photographer Mark Llewellyn follows a group of adventure buffs and shares these highlights in the gallery below:</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:gallery {\"ids\":[1021,1022,1023,1024,1025,1026,1027,1028,1029]} -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-3 is-cropped\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/spanish-bridge-ochi-buzz-1-1-1024x614.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"1021\" data-link=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/?attachment_id=1021\" class=\"wp-image-1021\" /></figure></li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/spanish-bridge-ochi-buzz-2-1024x614.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"1022\" data-link=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/?attachment_id=1022\" class=\"wp-image-1022\" /></figure></li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/spanish-bridge-ochi-buzz-3-1-1024x614.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"1023\" data-link=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/?attachment_id=1023\" class=\"wp-image-1023\" /></figure></li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/spanish-bridge-ochi-buzz-4-1024x614.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"1024\" data-link=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/?attachment_id=1024\" class=\"wp-image-1024\" /></figure></li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/spanish-bridge-ochi-buzz-5-1024x614.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"1025\" data-link=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/?attachment_id=1025\" class=\"wp-image-1025\" /></figure></li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/spanish-bridge-ochi-buzz-6-1024x614.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"1026\" data-link=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/?attachment_id=1026\" class=\"wp-image-1026\" /></figure></li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/spanish-bridge-ochi-buzz-7-1024x614.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"1027\" data-link=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/?attachment_id=1027\" class=\"wp-image-1027\" /></figure></li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/spanish-bridge-ochi-buzz-8-1024x614.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"1028\" data-link=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/?attachment_id=1028\" class=\"wp-image-1028\" /></figure></li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/spanish-bridge-ochi-buzz-9-1024x614.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"1029\" data-link=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/?attachment_id=1029\" class=\"wp-image-1029\" /></figure></li></ul>\n<!-- /wp:gallery -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->','A lazy summer at Ochi’s Spanish Bridge','','inherit','closed','closed','','1016-revision-v1','','','2019-07-31 10:01:36','2019-07-31 15:01:36','',1016,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/article/1016-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1032,11,'2019-07-31 10:03:47','2019-07-31 15:03:47','<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Forget about ‘kumbaya’, free love and that sharing is caring, human beings were meant to be social but alas we also need to be sanitary and the only things we should pass on from one person to the next is wisdom.  </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Indeed social media is not the only realm in which we often ‘overshare’, as when it comes to personal hygiene 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The idea of being okay sitting in someone else’s body fluids boggles the mind.<br></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\n<h4> Toothbrush </h4>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>This is one of the capital cities for breeding germs and if someone has a dental history similar to Gully Bop, you are in big trouble. Toothbrushes are inexpensive and readily available hence oral hygiene should not be a communal thing.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\n<h4> Secrets </h4>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Here is where it really gets interesting. <strong><em>There’s a saying: three can keep a secret if two are dead.</em></strong> That basically means a shut mouth gathers no foot and everything you see or hear should not be broadcasted to a wider audience. Nobody likes a stool pigeon.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><br> Deodorant – underarm care is ‘muy importante’ and any cuts, lumps, bruises or openings in the skin determine that sharing roll-on or stick deodorant is a no-no. If you friends run out, introduce them to the joys and wonders of baking soda which works like a charm.<br> Make-up – much like the deodorant, if it goes on your skin, it’s a personal effect. Many people have are fungal infections and untreated skin conditions that is spread by sharing make up brushes so if you want to be a nice person, go buy your friend their own make up kit.<br> Towel – why should you be cool swapping dead skin? If you are sleeping over and did not pack, reach for a large rag or even a t-shirt, preferably your own.<br> Your man! –If you value your relationship, there will be no sharing. His ‘truck’ should be parked in your garage and not the street side. Your girlfriends need not know if he is circumcised; if it hangs to the left or the right or if he’s a stallion or a minute man with good benefits. Keep what you do with your man to yourself especially if his game is on point because sharing intimate details is a recipe for trouble. <br> At the end of the day ‘oversharing’ can become costly in so many ways hence the only things that needs to be dispensed freely are ideas and car pool duties. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->','Seven items that should not be shared','','inherit','closed','closed','','1013-revision-v1','','','2019-07-31 10:03:47','2019-07-31 15:03:47','',1013,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/article/1013-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1034,14,'2019-07-31 10:11:53','2019-07-31 15:11:53','<!-- wp:image {\"id\":1018} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/spanish-bridge-ochi-buzz-1-1024x614.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1018\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>What better way to spend a summer’s day than cooling off at Labrynth’s Old Spanish Bridge!</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>A quick 31-minute drive into the deep St. Mary country, it\'s easy to forget about the hustle and bustle of the city when surrounded by lush forest and the aroma of flora and fauna.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":1020} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/spanish-bridge-ochi-buzz-3-1024x614.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1020\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Built in the 1770s, with the azure waters of White River running beneath it, the Old Spanish Bridge has become a growing attraction point.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Swinging off the scenic locale is a must for those who are wild at heart as it pulls out the adventure buffs in droves.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong><em>Buzz Jamaica </em></strong>spent a day at Labyrinth\'s Old Spanish Bridge and brought back some photos – just for you. 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15:29:31','<!-- wp:image {\"id\":1326} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/08/maestro-don-buzz-5.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1326\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Dancehall artiste Maestro Don is very much at home in Portmore, from where he hails.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>With hits like <strong>Leggo De G</strong> and <strong>Killz Dem Out</strong>, his star continues to rise.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":1327} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/08/maestro-don-buzz-6.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1327\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>With Gyptian as a mentor, Maestro Don is looking to make his\nmark not only in Jamaica but also on the international scene.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Explaining his early start in the 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-->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>One of Jamaica’s leading photographers showcased his works at Harbour Street’s F&amp;B downtown’s jewellery store and restaurant.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":1048} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/fb-downtown-buzz-5-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1048\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Craig started out as a broadcast and film producer before picking up a digital camera and setting out on his own. 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And after leaving Seaforth\nHigh School in St Thomas, he went on to work in a supermarket, before landing a\njob at beverage company Wisynco. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":1919} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/08/Sanjay-Nelson-BB.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1919\" /><figcaption>Sanjay Nelson did a course in fashion designing last year. </figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>After ignoring his gift for quite some time, 26-year-old Nelson, who lives in Portmore, St Catherine, eventually asked his dad to purchase a sewing machine for him although he did not know how to use one.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:quote -->\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\"><p>  “After I posted my work on Instagram, I have been getting calls from all<br> over.” </p><cite>— Sanjay Nelson</cite></blockquote>\n<!-- /wp:quote -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>While he was at home waiting to get a call from the Heart Garmex Academy, one of his friends told him that a popular sandals company in Kingston wanted someone to stitch leather. Even though he needed the job, Nelson said he was elated when the institution contacted him in August 2018 to do a course in fashion designing. <br> <br>“I need the understanding to construct patterns and designs, that’s why I go to school,” said the father of a two-year-old boy. &nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:gallery {\"ids\":[1923,1922]} -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-2 is-cropped\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/08/Sanjay-Nelson-DDDD-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"1923\" data-link=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/article/sanjay-nelson-answers-fashion-calling/sanjay-nelson-dddd/\" class=\"wp-image-1923\" /><figcaption>Epic Rigs have been worn by numerous Jamaican celebrities. </figcaption></figure></li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/08/Sanjay-Nelson-CCC-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"1922\" data-link=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/article/sanjay-nelson-answers-fashion-calling/sanjay-nelson-ccc/\" class=\"wp-image-1922\" /><figcaption>Sanjay Nelson shows off his creation. </figcaption></figure></li></ul>\n<!-- /wp:gallery -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>A year since enrolling at the Kingston-based training facility, Nelson, who is the founder of Jae Epic Designer Trendy Fashion Collection, has created a niche in the entertainment and fashion industry.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Inspired by the variety of chest rig bags that are trending across the world, Nelson created his line, ‘Epic Rigs’, that has been featured and worn by Jamaican celebrities like Sizzla, Chronic Law and Hot Frass. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:gallery {\"ids\":[1920,1921]} -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-2 is-cropped\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/08/IMG-20190729-WA0003-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"1920\" data-link=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/article/sanjay-nelson-answers-fashion-calling/img-20190729-wa0003-2/\" class=\"wp-image-1920\" /><figcaption> Sizzla sporting one of Sanjay Nelson\'s pieces.  </figcaption></figure></li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/08/IMG-20190729-WA0006.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"1921\" data-link=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/article/sanjay-nelson-answers-fashion-calling/img-20190729-wa0006-2/\" class=\"wp-image-1921\" /><figcaption> Entertainer Hot Frass makes a statement with one of the \'Epic Rigs\'. </figcaption></figure></li></ul>\n<!-- /wp:gallery -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>“After I posted my work on Instagram, I have been getting calls from all over,” he said.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Emphasising on his love for patterns, Nelson, who plans to further his studies in fashion designing, said he is looking forward to creating tuxedos and bridal gowns.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:embed {\"url\":\"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ft2HVqVOhuY\\u0026feature=youtu.be\",\"type\":\"video\",\"providerNameSlug\":\"youtube\",\"className\":\"\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ft2HVqVOhuY&amp;feature=youtu.be\n</div></figure>\n<!-- /wp:embed -->','Jamaican designer pushes \'bulletproof\' swag','','publish','closed','closed','','sanjay-nelson-answers-fashion-calling','','','2019-08-15 22:11:05','2019-08-16 03:11:05','',0,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/?p=1082',0,'post','',0),(1083,9,'2019-07-31 11:44:11','2019-07-31 16:44:11','','IMG-20190729-WA0003','','inherit','closed','closed','','img-20190729-wa0003','','','2019-07-31 11:44:11','2019-07-31 16:44:11','',1082,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/IMG-20190729-WA0003.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(1084,9,'2019-07-31 11:46:33','2019-07-31 16:46:33','','IMG-20190729-WA0006','','inherit','closed','closed','','img-20190729-wa0006','','','2019-07-31 11:46:33','2019-07-31 16:46:33','',1082,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/IMG-20190729-WA0006.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(1085,11,'2019-07-31 12:14:44','2019-07-31 17:14:44','','Don\'t Share Cover Image','','inherit','closed','closed','','dont-share-cover-image','','','2019-07-31 12:14:44','2019-07-31 17:14:44','',1013,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/Dont-Share-Cover-Image.png',0,'attachment','image/png',0),(1088,9,'2019-07-31 12:30:57','2019-07-31 17:30:57','<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Sanjay\nNelson’s small stature made it difficult for clothing to fit him the way he\nwanted them to. So, it was\nno surprise that when he was 14 years old he began\naltering his garments by hand. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":1083} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/IMG-20190729-WA0003-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1083\" /><figcaption>Sizzla sporting one of Sanjay Nelson\'s pieces. </figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Despite being\ntalented in fashion, Nelson was more fixated on football. And after leaving Seaforth\nHigh School in St Thomas, he went on to work in a supermarket, before landing a\njob at beverage company Wisynco. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>After\nignoring his gift for quite some time, 22-year-old Nelson, who lives in\nPortmore, St Catherine, eventually asked his dad to purchase a sewing machine for\nhim although he did not know how to use one.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":1084} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/IMG-20190729-WA0006.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1084\" /><figcaption>Entertainer Hot Frass makes a statement with one of the \'Epic Rigs\'.</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>While he was at home waiting to get a call from the Heart Garmex Academy, one of his friends told him that a popular sandals company in Kingston wanted someone to stitch leather. Even though he needed the job, Nelson said he was elated when the institution contacted him in August 2018 to do a course in fashion designing. <br> <br> “I need the understanding to construct patterns and designs, that’s why I go to school,” said the father of a two-year-old boy. &nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:quote -->\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\"><p>  “After I posted my work on Instagram, I have been getting calls from all<br> over.” </p><cite>- Sanjay Nelson</cite></blockquote>\n<!-- /wp:quote -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>A year since enrolling at the Kingston-based training facility, Nelson, who is the founder of Jae Epic Designer Trendy Fashion Collection, has created a niche in the entertainment and fashion industry.<br> <br> Inspired by the variety of chest rig bags that are trending across the world, Nelson created his line, ‘Epic Rigs’, that has been featured and worn by Jamaican celebrities like Sizzla, Chronic Law and Hot Frass. <br> <br> “After I posted my work on Instagram, I have been getting calls from all over,” he said.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Emphasising on his love for patterns, Nelson, who plans to further his studies in fashion designing, said he is looking forward to creating tuxedos and bridal gowns.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->','Sanjay Nelson answers fashion calling','','inherit','closed','closed','','1082-revision-v1','','','2019-07-31 12:30:57','2019-07-31 17:30:57','',1082,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/article/1082-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1089,9,'2019-07-31 13:29:35','2019-07-31 18:29:35','<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Barbados, which has long been viewed as one of the Caribbean’s leading tourism destinations, is projecting an increase in visitor arrivals this year.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>William Griffith, the CEO of Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc ( BTMI), said that there has been an increase in the number of persons visiting Barbados from the United Kingdom and the United States. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":1100} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/beach-exotic-holiday-248797-1024x410.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1100\" /><figcaption>More than 324,000 tourists have visited Barbados since the start of the year.</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>\"The BTMI is already reporting 324,551 arrivals for 2019 which is 4 per cent above the same period for 2018. The UK grew by&nbsp; 9.6 per cent over 2018, and the US, which has been showing consistent increases, is up by 7.5 per cent over last year,\" Griffith said.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>He also noted that other successes have been recording in the Caribbean, as well as Central and South America, and \"also Germany, who we are watching closely, as we welcome a new Lufthansa service this October.” </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->','More tourists going to Barbados','','publish','closed','closed','','more-tourists-going-to-barbados','','','2019-08-12 16:40:20','2019-08-12 21:40:20','',0,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/?p=1089',0,'post','',0),(1090,11,'2019-07-31 12:33:18','2019-07-31 17:33:18','','Underwear','','inherit','closed','closed','','underwear','','','2019-07-31 12:33:18','2019-07-31 17:33:18','',1013,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/Underwear.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(1091,11,'2019-07-31 12:35:47','2019-07-31 17:35:47','','toothbrush','','inherit','closed','closed','','toothbrush','','','2019-07-31 12:35:47','2019-07-31 17:35:47','',1013,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/toothbrush.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(1092,11,'2019-07-31 12:37:41','2019-07-31 17:37:41','','Secret','','inherit','closed','closed','','secret','','','2019-07-31 12:37:41','2019-07-31 17:37:41','',1013,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/Secret.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(1093,14,'2019-07-31 12:39:46','2019-07-31 17:39:46','<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>In the year 1920, the League of Nations officially recognised sovereignty for 86 countries across the world. Nearly 100 years later, and that number has swelled to 195 internationally recognised states.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Over the course of the last century, several groups and factions have revolted against their respective governments to declare a region “independent” and just like their ancestors before them, territorial disputes rage on across the globe.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><em>Countries below, highlighted in red, are currently caught up in territorial dispute</em>s</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":779} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/territorial-disputes-all-countries-1024x563.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-779\" /><figcaption>A global map of all countries, including Jamaica, (in red) currently involved in territorial disputes (Photo contributed, Brilliant Maps)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>You may have seen the new name of a country pop up on your atlas\nor Google search and wondered to yourself, “When did that happen?”.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The United Nations (UN) recognises 195 sovereign countries, 193 of which are members, and two – the Holy See and the State of Palestine – being simply observer states.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>But depending on whom you ask, by some definitions, there\nare 197 countries in the world – a number drawn when Taiwan and Kosovo are\nincluded.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong><em>Buzz Jamaica</em></strong> presents eight countries you probably didn’t know existed*:</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>Abkhazia</h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":769} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/abkhazia-flag-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-769\" /><figcaption>Flag of Abkhazia (Photo contributed, Wikipedia)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>1.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Abkhazia is a de facto and partially recognised republic on the eastern coast of the Black Sea, south of the Greater Caucasus mountains, in what is widely recognised as part of northwestern Georgia. The country, at 8,660 square kilometres, is nearly 80% of Jamaica’s size in comparison.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":771} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/abkhazia-on-world-map-1024x606.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-771\" /><figcaption>The disputed areas of Abkhazia (left) and South Ossetia (centre) highlighted in lavender and orange stripes respectively (Photo contributed, Google Maps)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The unitary, semi-presidential republic – a sore point in Georgia-Russia relations after the dissolution of the Soviet Union – is contentiously recognised as a state by Russia, Venezuela, Nicaragua, Nauru, and Syria. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":774} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/krubera-cave-abkhazia-demo.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-774\" /><figcaption>The Krubera Caves in Gagra, Abkhazia are the deepest in the world and a popular tourist attraction. (Photo contributed, Fodors.com)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>While Georgia lacks control over Abkhazia, the Georgian\ngovernment and most United Nations member states consider Abkhazia legally part\nof Georgia as of 2008, with Georgian constitution designating the area as the\nAutonomous Republic of Abkhazia.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>Kosovo</h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":775} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/kosovo-flag-1024x683.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-775\" /><figcaption>Kosovo flag (Photo contributed, Wikipedia)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>2.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Kosovo is another European ‘country’, which\ndeclared its independence from Serbia in 2008. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Roughly the size of Jamaica at 10,908 square kilometers,\nKosovo is landlocked and located in the center of the Balkan Peninsula in\nsoutheast Europe. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":777} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/kosovo-map-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-777\" /><figcaption>Map of Kosovo and the other Balkan states (Photo contributed, Frontiers of Freedom)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>It has since gained diplomatic recognition as a sovereign\nstate by 102 United Nations member states. Serbia, the country contesting\nKosovo’s sovereignty has accepted its institutions and elected officials but\ncontinues to claim it as the Autonomous Province of Kosovo and Metohija.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":784} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/prishtina-city-center.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-784\" /><figcaption>Prishtina, the capital of Kosovo in its glory (Photo contributed, AdventurousTours.com)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>Transnistria</h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":786} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/transnistria-flag-1024x512.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-786\" /><figcaption>Flag of Transnistria (Photo contributed, Wikipedia)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>3.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Clocking in at\nabout 40 percent of Jamaica’s total area, Transnistria is a primarily\nunrecognised state that split from Moldova after the collapse of the Soviet\nUnion.&nbsp; </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":790} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/transnistria-map.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-790\" /><figcaption>Map of Transnistria and now resolved disputed territory Gagauzia (Photo contributed, Euromaidan Press)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The territory mostly sits on a narrow strip of land between\nthe river Dniester and Ukraine – being only recognised only by Abkhazia,\nArtsakh, and South Ossetia. The region is considered by the UN and its member\nstates to be part of Moldova.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":791} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/bender-fortress-transnistria-1024x615.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-791\" /><figcaption>The Tighina Fortress in Bender, Transnistria\'s second-largest city (Photo contributed, Connor Clyne, TsarExperience.com)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>Somaliland</h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":792} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/somaliland-flag-1024x512.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-792\" /><figcaption>Flag of Somaliland (Photo contributed, Wikipedia)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>4.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The republic of Somaliland is a self-declared state located in what is internationally recognised as northwest Somalia. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Its officials claimed the territory as an independent country in 1991 and the state reportedly spans parts of the borders with Ethiopia, Djibouti and Somalia to the east. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":796} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/somaliland-map-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-796\" /><figcaption>Map showing Somaliland and its neighbours (Photo contributed, The New Arab)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>With an area of 176,120 square kilometres, Somaliland\'s\nself-proclaimed independence remains unrecognised by any country or\ninternational organisation.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":797} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/laas-geel-rock-cave-paintings.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-797\" /><figcaption>The world-famous Laas Geel caves and its intricate rock paintings are a must-see for tourists (Photo contributed, Theodore Hoffsten, Wikipedia Commons)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>Artsakh</h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":798} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/artsakh-1024x512.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-798\" /><figcaption>Flag of Artsahk (Photo contributed, Wikipedia)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>5.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Just larger than\nJamaica, Artsakh is a breakaway state in the South Caucasus that is\ninternationally recognized as part of Azerbaijan. The area has been under a\nperpetual ceasefire since 1994 and was a hotly contested territory from the\nearly 1920s.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":799} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/artsakh-sights-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-799\" /><figcaption>The national pride of Artsakh, a grandiose pair of statues called \'We are Mountains\'. Known as Tatik Papik by locals, these structures are a tourist magnet. (Photo contributed, Pinterest)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The Republic of Artsakh is neither a member nor observer of the UN or any of its specialized agencies – and is only recognised as a state by fellow disputed territories Transnistria, Abkhazia and South Ossetia.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":800} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/artsakh-waterfall-1024x681.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-800\" /><figcaption>The famed \'Umbrella\' or Zontik waterfall in Muxtar, Artsakh (Photo contributed, Pinterest)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>South Ossetia</h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>6. Georgia makes claim to another disputed territory on our list after South Ossetia declared itself independent in 1990.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":822} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/south-ossetia-flag-1024x512.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-822\" /><figcaption>Flag of South Ossetia (Photo contributed, Wikipedia)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Also called the state of Alania, South Ossetia is a disputed\nterritory in the South Caucasus, in what is internationally recognised as\nnorthern Georgian territory.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":823} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/south-ossetia-mountain-lake.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-823\" /><figcaption>The beautiful mountain lake of Kelistba.   Fed by the Xanthi river, Lake Kelistba is 2925 meters high on a plateau in the Caucasus mountains. (Photo contributed, TravelTourismBlog.com)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>At 35 percent the size of Jamaica, South Ossetia is only\nrecoginsed as fully independent and autonomous by Russia, Nauru, Venezuela and\nNicaragua.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":824} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/south-ossetia-ksani-fortress.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-824\" /><figcaption>The perfectly preserved Ksani fortress in South Ossetia, one of the country\'s many historical monuments. (Photo contributed, TravelTourismBlog.com) </figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>Luhansk People\'s Republic (LPR)</h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":826} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/lugansk-people-republic-flag-1024x683.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-826\" /><figcaption>Flag of the  Luhansk People\'s Republic (LPR), (Photo contributed, Wikipedia)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>7.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The Luhansk People\'s Republic (LPR) is a landlocked quasi-state in what is internationally recognised as part of eastern Ukraine.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The LPR declared its independence in the aftermath of the 2014 revolution that swept Ukraine and is the stage of an armed conflict that rages on as at April 2019.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":827} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/lugansk-people-republic-map.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-827\" /><figcaption>Map of Ukraine highlighting its territorial disputes with Russia (Photo contributed, Nationalia.info) </figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>No country or member state of the UN has recoginsed the\nLPR’s sovereignty.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>Sahrawi Republic </h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":829} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/sahrawi-republic-flag-1024x512.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-829\" /><figcaption>Flag of the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic (Photo contributed, Wikipedia)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>8.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The Sahrawi Republic, the 83rd largest country in the world, is a partially recognised state that claims the non-self-governing territory of Western Sahara. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Interestingly enough, the Sahrawi Republic controls only the\neasternmost one-fifth of that territory, along the border with Mauritania. The\nSahrawi Republic was proclaimed independent in 1976, but its government\ncontrols about 20–25% of the territory it claims.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":830} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/western-sahara-conflict-map-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-830\" /><figcaption>Map of Western Sahara, showing areas of Morrocan control (in blue) and the territory being controlled by the Sahrawi Republic (in green) (Photo contributed, Wikipedia)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The Sahrawi Republic maintains close diplomatic relations with 40 UN states and is a full member of the African Union (AU). The majority of the disputed lands of Western Sahara are governed in full or partly by Morocco in what is described as a ‘buffer zone’.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":835} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/polisario-morocco-palace.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-835\" /><figcaption>The Polisario Morrocan Palace in Western Sahara, the territory being disputed by the Sahrawi Republic (Photo contributed, AllThatsInteresting.com)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><em>*(The term “existed” is used in this article in reference to countries that are not popularly known. We also acknowledge that these areas are heavily disputed, and not recognized by the international community, outside of supporting countries/territories.)</em></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>If you didn\'t know all these countries are visa-free destinations for Jamaicans (but be careful)! For a list of all countries where this is possible, read our BUZZ feature here.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Which \'new\' country surprised you the most? Let us know in the comments!</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->','Eight places in the world you never knew existed','','inherit','closed','closed','','762-revision-v1','','','2019-07-31 12:39:46','2019-07-31 17:39:46','',762,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/article/762-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1094,14,'2019-07-31 12:40:49','2019-07-31 17:40:49','<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>In the year 1920, the League of Nations officially recognised sovereignty for 86 countries across the world. Nearly 100 years later, and that number has swelled to 195 internationally recognised states.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Over the course of the last century, several groups and factions have revolted against their respective governments to declare a region “independent” and just like their ancestors before them, territorial disputes rage on across the globe.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><em>Countries below, highlighted in red, are currently caught up in territorial dispute</em>s</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":779} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/territorial-disputes-all-countries-1024x563.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-779\" /><figcaption>A global map of all countries, including Jamaica, (in red) currently involved in territorial disputes (Photo contributed, Brilliant Maps)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>You may have seen the new name of a country pop up on your atlas\nor Google search and wondered to yourself, “When did that happen?”.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The United Nations (UN) recognises 195 sovereign countries, 193 of which are members, and two – the Holy See and the State of Palestine – being simply observer states.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>But depending on whom you ask, by some definitions, there\nare 197 countries in the world – a number drawn when Taiwan and Kosovo are\nincluded.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong><em>Buzz Jamaica</em></strong> presents eight countries you probably didn’t know existed*:</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>Abkhazia</h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":769} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/abkhazia-flag-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-769\" /><figcaption>Flag of Abkhazia (Photo contributed, Wikipedia)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>1.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Abkhazia is a de facto and partially recognised republic on the eastern coast of the Black Sea, south of the Greater Caucasus mountains, in what is widely recognised as part of northwestern Georgia. The country, at 8,660 square kilometres, is nearly 80% of Jamaica’s size in comparison.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":771} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/abkhazia-on-world-map-1024x606.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-771\" /><figcaption>The disputed areas of Abkhazia (left) and South Ossetia (centre) highlighted in lavender and orange stripes respectively (Photo contributed, Google Maps)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The unitary, semi-presidential republic – a sore point in Georgia-Russia relations after the dissolution of the Soviet Union – is contentiously recognised as a state by Russia, Venezuela, Nicaragua, Nauru, and Syria. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":774} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/krubera-cave-abkhazia-demo.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-774\" /><figcaption>The Krubera Caves in Gagra, Abkhazia are the deepest in the world and a popular tourist attraction. (Photo contributed, Fodors.com)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>While Georgia lacks control over Abkhazia, the Georgian\ngovernment and most United Nations member states consider Abkhazia legally part\nof Georgia as of 2008, with Georgian constitution designating the area as the\nAutonomous Republic of Abkhazia.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>Kosovo</h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":775} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/kosovo-flag-1024x683.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-775\" /><figcaption>Kosovo flag (Photo contributed, Wikipedia)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>2.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Kosovo is another European ‘country’, which\ndeclared its independence from Serbia in 2008. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Roughly the size of Jamaica at 10,908 square kilometers,\nKosovo is landlocked and located in the center of the Balkan Peninsula in\nsoutheast Europe. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":777} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/kosovo-map-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-777\" /><figcaption>Map of Kosovo and the other Balkan states (Photo contributed, Frontiers of Freedom)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>It has since gained diplomatic recognition as a sovereign\nstate by 102 United Nations member states. Serbia, the country contesting\nKosovo’s sovereignty has accepted its institutions and elected officials but\ncontinues to claim it as the Autonomous Province of Kosovo and Metohija.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":784} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/prishtina-city-center.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-784\" /><figcaption>Prishtina, the capital of Kosovo in its glory (Photo contributed, AdventurousTours.com)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>Transnistria</h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":786} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/transnistria-flag-1024x512.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-786\" /><figcaption>Flag of Transnistria (Photo contributed, Wikipedia)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>3.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Clocking in at\nabout 40 percent of Jamaica’s total area, Transnistria is a primarily\nunrecognised state that split from Moldova after the collapse of the Soviet\nUnion.&nbsp; </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":790} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/transnistria-map.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-790\" /><figcaption>Map of Transnistria and now resolved disputed territory Gagauzia (Photo contributed, Euromaidan Press)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The territory mostly sits on a narrow strip of land between\nthe river Dniester and Ukraine – being only recognised only by Abkhazia,\nArtsakh, and South Ossetia. The region is considered by the UN and its member\nstates to be part of Moldova.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":791} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/bender-fortress-transnistria-1024x615.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-791\" /><figcaption>The Tighina Fortress in Bender, Transnistria\'s second-largest city (Photo contributed, Connor Clyne, TsarExperience.com)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>Somaliland</h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":792} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/somaliland-flag-1024x512.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-792\" /><figcaption>Flag of Somaliland (Photo contributed, Wikipedia)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>4.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The republic of Somaliland is a self-declared state located in what is internationally recognised as northwest Somalia. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Its officials claimed the territory as an independent country in 1991 and the state reportedly spans parts of the borders with Ethiopia, Djibouti and Somalia to the east. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":796} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/somaliland-map-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-796\" /><figcaption>Map showing Somaliland and its neighbours (Photo contributed, The New Arab)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>With an area of 176,120 square kilometres, Somaliland\'s\nself-proclaimed independence remains unrecognised by any country or\ninternational organisation.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":797} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/laas-geel-rock-cave-paintings.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-797\" /><figcaption>The world-famous Laas Geel caves and its intricate rock paintings are a must-see for tourists (Photo contributed, Theodore Hoffsten, Wikipedia Commons)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>Artsakh</h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":798} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/artsakh-1024x512.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-798\" /><figcaption>Flag of Artsahk (Photo contributed, Wikipedia)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>5.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Just larger than\nJamaica, Artsakh is a breakaway state in the South Caucasus that is\ninternationally recognized as part of Azerbaijan. The area has been under a\nperpetual ceasefire since 1994 and was a hotly contested territory from the\nearly 1920s.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":799} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/artsakh-sights-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-799\" /><figcaption>The national pride of Artsakh, a grandiose pair of statues called \'We are Mountains\'. Known as Tatik Papik by locals, these structures are a tourist magnet. (Photo contributed, Pinterest)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The Republic of Artsakh is neither a member nor observer of the UN or any of its specialized agencies – and is only recognised as a state by fellow disputed territories Transnistria, Abkhazia and South Ossetia.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":800} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/artsakh-waterfall-1024x681.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-800\" /><figcaption>The famed \'Umbrella\' or Zontik waterfall in Muxtar, Artsakh (Photo contributed, Pinterest)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>South Ossetia</h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>6. Georgia makes claim to another disputed territory on our list after South Ossetia declared itself independent in 1990.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":822} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/south-ossetia-flag-1024x512.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-822\" /><figcaption>Flag of South Ossetia (Photo contributed, Wikipedia)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Also called the state of Alania, South Ossetia is a disputed\nterritory in the South Caucasus, in what is internationally recognised as\nnorthern Georgian territory.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":823} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/south-ossetia-mountain-lake.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-823\" /><figcaption>The beautiful mountain lake of Kelistba.   Fed by the Xanthi river, Lake Kelistba is 2925 meters high on a plateau in the Caucasus mountains. (Photo contributed, TravelTourismBlog.com)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>At 35 percent the size of Jamaica, South Ossetia is only\nrecoginsed as fully independent and autonomous by Russia, Nauru, Venezuela and\nNicaragua.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":824} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/south-ossetia-ksani-fortress.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-824\" /><figcaption>The perfectly preserved Ksani fortress in South Ossetia, one of the country\'s many historical monuments. (Photo contributed, TravelTourismBlog.com) </figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>Luhansk People\'s Republic (LPR)</h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":826} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/lugansk-people-republic-flag-1024x683.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-826\" /><figcaption>Flag of the  Luhansk People\'s Republic (LPR), (Photo contributed, Wikipedia)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>7.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The Luhansk People\'s Republic (LPR) is a landlocked quasi-state in what is internationally recognised as part of eastern Ukraine.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The LPR declared its independence in the aftermath of the 2014 revolution that swept Ukraine and is the stage of an armed conflict that rages on as at April 2019.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":827} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/lugansk-people-republic-map.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-827\" /><figcaption>Map of Ukraine highlighting its territorial disputes with Russia (Photo contributed, Nationalia.info) </figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>No country or member state of the UN has recoginsed the\nLPR’s sovereignty.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>Sahrawi Republic </h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":829} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/sahrawi-republic-flag-1024x512.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-829\" /><figcaption>Flag of the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic (Photo contributed, Wikipedia)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>8.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The Sahrawi Republic, the 83rd largest country in the world, is a partially recognised state that claims the non-self-governing territory of Western Sahara. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Interestingly enough, the Sahrawi Republic controls only the\neasternmost one-fifth of that territory, along the border with Mauritania. The\nSahrawi Republic was proclaimed independent in 1976, but its government\ncontrols about 20–25% of the territory it claims.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":830} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/western-sahara-conflict-map-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-830\" /><figcaption>Map of Western Sahara, showing areas of Morrocan control (in blue) and the territory being controlled by the Sahrawi Republic (in green) (Photo contributed, Wikipedia)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The Sahrawi Republic maintains close diplomatic relations with 40 UN states and is a full member of the African Union (AU). The majority of the disputed lands of Western Sahara are governed in full or partly by Morocco in what is described as a ‘buffer zone’.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":835} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/polisario-morocco-palace.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-835\" /><figcaption>The Polisario Morrocan Palace in Western Sahara, the territory being disputed by the Sahrawi Republic (Photo contributed, AllThatsInteresting.com)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><em>*(The term “existed” is used in this article in reference to countries that are not popularly known. We also acknowledge that these areas are heavily disputed, and not recognized by the international community, outside of supporting countries/territories.)</em></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>If you didn\'t know all these countries are visa-free destinations for Jamaicans (but be careful)! For a list of all countries where this is possible, read our <a href=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/?p=321\">BUZZ feature here</a>.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Which \'new\' country surprised you the most? 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The UK grew by  9.6 per cent over 2018, and the US, which has been showing consistent increases, is up by 7.5 per cent over last year,\" Griffith said.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>He also noted that other successes have been recording in the Caribbean, as well as Central and South America, and \"also Germany, who we are watching closely, as we welcome a new Lufthansa service this October.” </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->','More tourists going to Barbados','','inherit','closed','closed','','1089-revision-v1','','','2019-07-31 13:29:35','2019-07-31 18:29:35','',1089,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/article/1089-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1104,11,'2019-07-31 13:31:12','2019-07-31 18:31:12','','Dont-Tell','','inherit','closed','closed','','dont-tell','','','2019-07-31 13:31:12','2019-07-31 18:31:12','',1013,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/Dont-Tell.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(1105,9,'2019-08-14 20:43:01','2019-08-15 01:43:01','<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>For years, the north coast has been front and centre of Jamaica\'s tourism offerings. However, Travis Graham believed that Kingston was being left out of the mix despite being rich in culture. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":1107} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/IMG-20190731-WA0009-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1107\" /><figcaption>These revellers made use of the special events package offered by Kingston Culture Tours when they visited Jamaica in April. (Photos: Contributed)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>So, while he was doing his master’s degree in Communication for Social and Behavioural Change, he came up with the grand idea of showcasing some of the best spots in the Corporate Area via a company he would eventually call Kingston Culture Tours JA. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>“I realised that Kingston is a niche market that was wasn’t\ngetting enough justice from the tourism entities. I saw a void that I could\nstart something to fill. We definitely have a mission to increase visitor arrivals\nto Kingston and to enhance its destination image,” he said. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":1109} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/IMG-20190731-WA0007-576x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1109\" /><figcaption>Travis Graham, the co-founder of Kingston Culture Tours JA, hangs out with American rapper Safaree when he participated in one of the tours. </figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Graham, who is the co-founder of Kingston Culture Tours JA, told<strong> BUZZ</strong> that since starting the venture in 2017, he has hosted numerous tourists from Europe, Asia and the United States. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:quote -->\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\"><p>\"We definitely have a mission to increase visitor arrivals to Kingston and to enhance its destination image.\" </p><cite>—Travis Graham</cite></blockquote>\n<!-- /wp:quote -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The company offers three main tours – Blue Mountain Eco Tour, Kingston Culture Tour and the Port Royal Heritage Tour. Each tour lasts for about six hours and makes two attraction stops, as well as a food stop. A night tour is also done where visitors attend the Kingston Dub Club, and the company also offers special events vacation packages that host guests attending Carnival In Jamaica and the Bob Marley birthday celebrations. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":1110} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/IMG-20190731-WA0006-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1110\" /><figcaption>These Kingston Culture Tours JA guests were all smiles beside the statue of Bob Marley that is located close to the National Stadium in Kingston. </figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>In his quest to market Kingston as a destination that is packed with experiences, Graham said that many visitors are amazed by how much they can do while on the tours.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>“The reception has been great. People are surprised by how much there is to do in Kingston. 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Many people have are fungal infections and untreated skin conditions that are spread by sharing make-up brushes so if you want to be a nice person, go buy your friend their own make-up kit.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":1108} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/make-up-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1108\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\n<h4>Towel</h4>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong><em>Why should you be cool swapping dead skin?</em></strong> If you are sleeping over and did not pack, reach for a large rag or even a t-shirt - preferably  preferably your own.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":1111} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/towels-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1111\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\n<h4>Your partner!  </h4>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong><em>If you value your relationship, there will be no sharing</em></strong>. His/her ‘truck’ should be parked in your garage and not the street side. Your friends need not know those intimate details. Keep what you do with your partner to yourself, especially if their game is on point because sharing that info is a recipe for trouble.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":1124} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/couple-holding-hands-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1124\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>At the end of the day, ‘oversharing’ can become costly in so many ways. 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Human beings were meant to be social, but alas, we also need to be sanitary and the only things we should pass on from one person to the next is wisdom.  </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Social media is not the only realm in which we often ‘overshare’, as when it comes to personal hygiene practices, common sense seems to go on vacation for some individuals.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>So we\'ve taken the liberty of sharing a short list of things it would be best to keep to yourself, both for your peace of mind as well as your personal health.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\n<h4>Underwear </h4>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>This heads the list, and believe it or not, some teens not only share clothes but underwear as well. <strong><em>This is a practice that should never be encouraged</em></strong>. The idea of being okay sitting in someone else’s bodily fluids boggles the mind. *Eeek*<br></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":1090,\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/Underwear-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1090\" /></figure></div>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\n<h4>Toothbrush </h4>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>This is one of the capital cities for breeding germs and if someone has a dental history similar to dancehall artiste Gully Bop, you are in big trouble. Toothbrushes are inexpensive and readily available. So, <strong><em>let\'s scrap the communal oral hygiene</em></strong>.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":1091} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/toothbrush-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1091\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\n<h4>Secrets </h4>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Here is where it really gets interesting. <strong><em>There’s a saying: three can keep a secret if two are dead.</em></strong> That basically means a shut mouth gathers no foot and everything you see or hear should not be broadcasted to a wider audience. Nobody likes a stool pigeon.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":1104} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/Dont-Tell-1024x684.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1104\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\n<h4>Deodorant </h4>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Underarm care is ‘muy importante’ and any cuts, lumps, bruises or openings in the skin determine that sharing roll-on or stick deodorant is a no-no. <strong><em>If your friends run out, introduce them to the joys and wonders of baking soda which works like a charm</em></strong>.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":1106} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/deodorant-1024x992.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1106\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\n<h4>Make-up  </h4>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Much like the deodorant, if it goes on your skin, it’s a personal effect. Many people have fungal infections and untreated skin conditions that are spread by sharing make-up brushes. Hey, you can also be a nice person and just buy your friend their own make-up kit.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":1108} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/make-up-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1108\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\n<h4>Towel</h4>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong><em>Why should you be cool swapping dead skin?</em></strong> If you are sleeping over and did not pack, reach for a large rag or even a t-shirt - preferably your own.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":1111} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/towels-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1111\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\n<h4>Your partner!  </h4>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong><em>If you value your relationship, there will be no sharing</em></strong>. His/her ‘truck’ should be parked in your garage and not the street side. Your friends need not know those intimate details. 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However, Travis Graham believed that Kingston was being left out of the mix despite being rich in culture. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":1107} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/IMG-20190731-WA0009-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1107\" /><figcaption>These revellers made use of the special events package offered by Kingston Culture Tours when they visited Jamaica in April. </figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>So, while he was doing his master’s degree in Communication for Social and Behavioural Change, he came up with the grand idea of showcasing some of the best spots in the Corporate Area via a company he would eventually call Kingston Culture Tours JA. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>“I realised that Kingston is a niche market that was wasn’t\ngetting enough justice from the tourism entities. I saw a void that I could\nstart something to fill. We definitely have a mission to increase visitor arrivals\nto Kingston and to enhance its destination image,” he said. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":1109} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/IMG-20190731-WA0007-576x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1109\" /><figcaption>Travis Graham, the co-founder of Kingston Culture Tours JA, hangs out with American rapper Safaree when he participated in one of the tours. </figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Graham, who is the co-founder of Kingston Culture Tours JA, told BUZZ that since starting the venture in 2017, he has hosted numerous tourists from Europe, Asia and the United States. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:quote -->\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\"><p>\"We definitely have a mission to increase visitor arrivals to Kingston and to enhance its destination image.\" </p><cite>- Travis Graham</cite></blockquote>\n<!-- /wp:quote -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The company offers three main tours – Blue Mountain Eco Tour, Kingston Culture Tour and the Port Royal Heritage Tour. 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A night tour is also done where visitors attend the Kingston Dub Club, and the company also offers special event vacation packages that host guests attending Carnival In Jamaica and the Bob Marley birthday celebrations. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":1110} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/IMG-20190731-WA0006-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1110\" /><figcaption>These Kingston Culture Tours JA guests were all smiles beside the statue of Bob Marley that is located close to the National Stadium in Kingston. </figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>In his quest to market Kingston as a destination that is packed with experiences, Graham said that many visitors are amazed by how much they can do while on the tours.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>“The reception has been great. People are surprised by how\nmuch there is to do in Kingston. People love the knowledge,” Graham. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->','Kingston tour fills tourism void','','inherit','closed','closed','','1105-revision-v1','','','2019-07-31 14:51:12','2019-07-31 19:51:12','',1105,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/article/1105-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1158,9,'2019-07-31 14:52:57','2019-07-31 19:52:57','<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>For years, the north coast has been front and centre of Jamaica\'s tourism offerings. However, Travis Graham believed that Kingston was being left out of the mix despite being rich in culture. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":1107} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/IMG-20190731-WA0009-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1107\" /><figcaption>These revellers made use of the special events package offered by Kingston Culture Tours when they visited Jamaica in April. </figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>So, while he was doing his master’s degree in Communication for Social and Behavioural Change, he came up with the grand idea of showcasing some of the best spots in the Corporate Area via a company he would eventually call Kingston Culture Tours JA. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>“I realised that Kingston is a niche market that was wasn’t\ngetting enough justice from the tourism entities. 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Its clean and simple lines made it stand out and over the years it has become a classic.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":1168} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/cortez-basic-mens-shoe-M.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1168\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>This sneaker has been updated for 2019, coming in even lighter despite the use of premium leather. 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In fact, Forrest Gump ran across America in a pair of Nike Cortez!</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:custom-blocky/related-link {\"linkURL\":\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/article/nike-goes-laceless-with-phantom-react-flyknit/\",\"linkText\":\"Nike goes laceless with Phantom React Flyknit\"} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-custom-blocky-related-link block-related-link\"><a href=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/article/nike-goes-laceless-with-phantom-react-flyknit/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Nike goes laceless with Phantom React Flyknit\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Nike goes laceless with Phantom React Flyknit</a></div>\n<!-- /wp:custom-blocky/related-link -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Funky yet sporty, the Cortez now comes in a variety of colours including “ Active Fuchsia”, “Floral Pack”, “ Topaz Gold” black and even iridescent.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":1171} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/cortez-basic-shoe-345sdw.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1171\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>This timeless classic still looks fresh and the original red, white and blue Nike Cortez is still kickin’ it!</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->','Nike Cortez: Don’t call it a comeback','','inherit','closed','closed','','984-revision-v1','','','2019-07-31 15:41:55','2019-07-31 20:41:55','',984,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/article/984-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1175,4,'2019-07-31 15:45:18','2019-07-31 20:45:18','<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The Nike Classic Cortez is all the rage this summer, as the old-school trainer takes centre stage.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Released way back in the early 70s, the Cortez was Nike’s original running shoe. Its clean and simple lines made it stand out and over the years it has become a classic.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":1168} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/cortez-basic-mens-shoe-M.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1168\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>This sneaker has been updated for 2019, coming in even lighter despite the use of premium leather. 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In fact, Forrest Gump ran across America in a pair of Nike Cortez!</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:custom-blocky/related-link {\"linkURL\":\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/article/nike-goes-laceless-with-phantom-react-flyknit/\",\"linkText\":\"Nike goes laceless with Phantom React Flyknit\"} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-custom-blocky-related-link block-related-link\"><a href=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/article/nike-goes-laceless-with-phantom-react-flyknit/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Nike goes laceless with Phantom React Flyknit\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Nike goes laceless with Phantom React Flyknit</a></div>\n<!-- /wp:custom-blocky/related-link -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Funky yet sporty, the Cortez now comes in a variety of colours including Active Fuchsia, Floral Pack, Topaz Gold black and even iridescent.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>This timeless classic still looks fresh and the original red, white and blue Nike Cortez is still kickin’ it!</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":1171} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/cortez-basic-shoe-345sdw.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1171\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->','Nike Cortez: Don’t call it a comeback','','inherit','closed','closed','','984-revision-v1','','','2019-07-31 15:45:18','2019-07-31 20:45:18','',984,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/article/984-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1176,9,'2019-07-31 16:05:10','2019-07-31 21:05:10','<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Once known as the ‘richest and wickedest city in the world’, Port Royal in Kingston, Jamaica, has enjoyed a rich history. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":1197} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/Fishermen-in-Port-Royal.jpg-new-1024x703.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1197\" /><figcaption> Port Royal is now a quiet fishing village. </figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Centuries ago, it was merely a fishing camp for the Tainos, but it eventually gained a reputation for being a popular spot for pirates. After being hit by numerous disasters, Port Royal lost its place as a premier economic centre. It would later become the location for a British Naval Station. These days, however, Port Royal is mainly seen as a quiet fishing village. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":1177} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/PortRoyalSign-1024x681.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1177\" /><figcaption>Once known as the \'richest and wickedest city in the world\', Port Royal boasts a rich history. </figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Here are five interesting facts about Port Royal. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul><li>During the 17th century, Port Royal was the virtual capital of Jamaica, and also a popular spot for buccaneers and pirates.</li></ul>\n<!-- /wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul><li>Port Royal was destroyed by an earthquake in June 1692. A large portion of the town sank into the sea, while about two-fifth of the population died, either in the earthquake or in the plagues and pestilences that followed. </li></ul>\n<!-- /wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":1178} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/GettyImages-Fort-Charles-48914975_high-1024x686.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1178\" /><figcaption>Cannons and tower in the courtyard of Fort Charles, Port Royal.</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul><li>In 1703, a fire destroyed the entire town. This was followed by\nhurricanes in 1712, 1722 and 1726.</li></ul>\n<!-- /wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul><li>Fort Charles, built in 1656, is the oldest fort in Jamaica. Originally named\nFort Cromwell, it was renamed in 1662 to honour Charles II, restored King of\nEngland.</li></ul>\n<!-- /wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":1179} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/giddy-house-port-royal-56.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1179\" /><figcaption>The \'Giddy House\' in Port Royal is a popular attraction in Kingston. </figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul><li>The ‘Giddy House’ in Port Royal was built in 1888. It was the old Royal Artillery Store for the Victoria Battery. The Earthquake of 1907 shifted it to its present 45-degree angle. On entering the building, people often feel a strange sensation of being giddy or off-balance, caused by the building’s tilt. 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The black version looks great and goes well with a pair of well-fitting jeans.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:custom-blocky/related-link {\"linkURL\":\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/article/nike-cortez-dont-call-it-a-comeback/?preview=true\\u0026_thumbnail_id=1168\",\"linkText\":\"Nike Cortez: Don’t call it a comeback\"} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-custom-blocky-related-link block-related-link\"><a href=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/article/nike-cortez-dont-call-it-a-comeback/?preview=true&amp;_thumbnail_id=1168\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Nike Cortez: Don’t call it a comeback\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Nike Cortez: Don’t call it a comeback</a></div>\n<!-- /wp:custom-blocky/related-link -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The open knit on the forefoot gives more flexibility while closed knit along the toe area and midfoot provides more stability.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Cost: &nbsp;J$22,000.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:gallery {\"ids\":[969,970,971,972,973],\"columns\":5} -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-5 is-cropped\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/epic-phantom-react-flyknit2-1024x685.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"969\" data-link=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/?attachment_id=969\" class=\"wp-image-969\" /></figure></li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/epic-phantom-react-flyknit3-1024x1018.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"970\" data-link=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/?attachment_id=970\" class=\"wp-image-970\" /></figure></li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/epic-phantom-react-flyknit-mens4-1024x654.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"971\" data-link=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/?attachment_id=971\" class=\"wp-image-971\" /></figure></li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/epic-phantom-react-flyknitouter-sole-1024x640.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"972\" data-link=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/?attachment_id=972\" class=\"wp-image-972\" /></figure></li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/epic-phantom-react-flyknit-1024x658.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"973\" data-link=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/?attachment_id=973\" class=\"wp-image-973\" /></figure></li></ul>\n<!-- /wp:gallery -->','Nike goes laceless with Phantom React Flyknit','','inherit','closed','closed','','961-revision-v1','','','2019-07-31 15:57:29','2019-07-31 20:57:29','',961,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/article/961-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(1182,11,'2019-07-31 15:58:54','2019-07-31 20:58:54','','Dandy-Shandy','','inherit','closed','closed','','dandy-shandy','','','2019-07-31 15:58:54','2019-07-31 20:58:54','',1162,'https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/Dandy-Shandy.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(1183,4,'2019-07-31 16:02:24','2019-07-31 21:02:24','<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>In the year 1920, the League of Nations officially recognised sovereignty for 86 countries across the world. Nearly 100 years later, and that number has swelled to 195 internationally recognised states.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Over the course of the last century, several groups and factions have revolted against their respective governments to declare a region “independent” and just like their ancestors before them, territorial disputes rage on across the globe.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><em>Countries below, highlighted in red, are currently caught up in territorial dispute</em>s</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":779} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/territorial-disputes-all-countries-1024x563.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-779\" /><figcaption>A global map of all countries, including Jamaica, (in red) currently involved in territorial disputes (Photo contributed, Brilliant Maps)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>You may have seen the new name of a country pop up on your atlas\nor Google search and wondered to yourself, “When did that happen?”.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The United Nations (UN) recognises 195 sovereign countries, 193 of which are members, and two – the Holy See and the State of Palestine – being simply observer states.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>But depending on whom you ask, by some definitions, there\nare 197 countries in the world – a number drawn when Taiwan and Kosovo are\nincluded.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong><em>Buzz Jamaica</em></strong> presents eight countries you probably didn’t know existed*:</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>Abkhazia</h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":769} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/abkhazia-flag-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-769\" /><figcaption>Flag of Abkhazia (Photo contributed, Wikipedia)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>1.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Abkhazia is a de facto and partially recognised republic on the eastern coast of the Black Sea, south of the Greater Caucasus mountains, in what is widely recognised as part of northwestern Georgia. The country, at 8,660 square kilometres, is nearly 80% of Jamaica’s size in comparison.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":771} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/abkhazia-on-world-map-1024x606.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-771\" /><figcaption>The disputed areas of Abkhazia (left) and South Ossetia (centre) highlighted in lavender and orange stripes respectively (Photo contributed, Google Maps)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The unitary, semi-presidential republic – a sore point in Georgia-Russia relations after the dissolution of the Soviet Union – is contentiously recognised as a state by Russia, Venezuela, Nicaragua, Nauru, and Syria. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":774} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/krubera-cave-abkhazia-demo.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-774\" /><figcaption>The Krubera Caves in Gagra, Abkhazia are the deepest in the world and a popular tourist attraction. (Photo contributed, Fodors.com)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>While Georgia lacks control over Abkhazia, the Georgian\ngovernment and most United Nations member states consider Abkhazia legally part\nof Georgia as of 2008, with Georgian constitution designating the area as the\nAutonomous Republic of Abkhazia.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>Kosovo</h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":775} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/kosovo-flag-1024x683.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-775\" /><figcaption>Kosovo flag (Photo contributed, Wikipedia)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>2.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Kosovo is another European ‘country’, which\ndeclared its independence from Serbia in 2008. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Roughly the size of Jamaica at 10,908 square kilometers,\nKosovo is landlocked and located in the center of the Balkan Peninsula in\nsoutheast Europe. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":777} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/kosovo-map-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-777\" /><figcaption>Map of Kosovo and the other Balkan states (Photo contributed, Frontiers of Freedom)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>It has since gained diplomatic recognition as a sovereign\nstate by 102 United Nations member states. Serbia, the country contesting\nKosovo’s sovereignty has accepted its institutions and elected officials but\ncontinues to claim it as the Autonomous Province of Kosovo and Metohija.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":784} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/prishtina-city-center.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-784\" /><figcaption>Prishtina, the capital of Kosovo in its glory (Photo contributed, AdventurousTours.com)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>Transnistria</h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":786} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/transnistria-flag-1024x512.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-786\" /><figcaption>Flag of Transnistria (Photo contributed, Wikipedia)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>3.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Clocking in at\nabout 40 percent of Jamaica’s total area, Transnistria is a primarily\nunrecognised state that split from Moldova after the collapse of the Soviet\nUnion.&nbsp; </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":790} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/transnistria-map.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-790\" /><figcaption>Map of Transnistria and now resolved disputed territory Gagauzia (Photo contributed, Euromaidan Press)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The territory mostly sits on a narrow strip of land between\nthe river Dniester and Ukraine – being only recognised only by Abkhazia,\nArtsakh, and South Ossetia. The region is considered by the UN and its member\nstates to be part of Moldova.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":791} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/bender-fortress-transnistria-1024x615.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-791\" /><figcaption>The Tighina Fortress in Bender, Transnistria\'s second-largest city (Photo contributed, Connor Clyne, TsarExperience.com)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>Somaliland</h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":792} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/somaliland-flag-1024x512.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-792\" /><figcaption>Flag of Somaliland (Photo contributed, Wikipedia)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>4.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The republic of Somaliland is a self-declared state located in what is internationally recognised as northwest Somalia. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Its officials claimed the territory as an independent country in 1991 and the state reportedly spans parts of the borders with Ethiopia, Djibouti and Somalia to the east. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":796} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/somaliland-map-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-796\" /><figcaption>Map showing Somaliland and its neighbours (Photo contributed, The New Arab)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>With an area of 176,120 square kilometres, Somaliland\'s\nself-proclaimed independence remains unrecognised by any country or\ninternational organisation.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":797} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/laas-geel-rock-cave-paintings.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-797\" /><figcaption>The world-famous Laas Geel caves and its intricate rock paintings are a must-see for tourists (Photo contributed, Theodore Hoffsten, Wikipedia Commons)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>Artsakh</h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":798} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/artsakh-1024x512.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-798\" /><figcaption>Flag of Artsahk (Photo contributed, Wikipedia)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>5.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Just larger than\nJamaica, Artsakh is a breakaway state in the South Caucasus that is\ninternationally recognized as part of Azerbaijan. The area has been under a\nperpetual ceasefire since 1994 and was a hotly contested territory from the\nearly 1920s.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":799} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/artsakh-sights-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-799\" /><figcaption>The national pride of Artsakh, a grandiose pair of statues called \'We are Mountains\'. Known as Tatik Papik by locals, these structures are a tourist magnet. 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Georgia makes claim to another disputed territory on our list after South Ossetia declared itself independent in 1990.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":822} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/south-ossetia-flag-1024x512.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-822\" /><figcaption>Flag of South Ossetia (Photo contributed, Wikipedia)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Also called the state of Alania, South Ossetia is a disputed\nterritory in the South Caucasus, in what is internationally recognised as\nnorthern Georgian territory.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":823} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/south-ossetia-mountain-lake.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-823\" /><figcaption>The beautiful mountain lake of Kelistba.   Fed by the Xanthi river, Lake Kelistba is 2925 meters high on a plateau in the Caucasus mountains. (Photo contributed, TravelTourismBlog.com)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>At 35 percent the size of Jamaica, South Ossetia is only\nrecoginsed as fully independent and autonomous by Russia, Nauru, Venezuela and\nNicaragua.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":824} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/south-ossetia-ksani-fortress.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-824\" /><figcaption>The perfectly preserved Ksani fortress in South Ossetia, one of the country\'s many historical monuments. 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The\nSahrawi Republic was proclaimed independent in 1976, but its government\ncontrols about 20–25% of the territory it claims.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":830} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/western-sahara-conflict-map-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-830\" /><figcaption>Map of Western Sahara, showing areas of Morrocan control (in blue) and the territory being controlled by the Sahrawi Republic (in green) (Photo contributed, Wikipedia)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The Sahrawi Republic maintains close diplomatic relations with 40 UN states and is a full member of the African Union (AU). The majority of the disputed lands of Western Sahara are governed in full or partly by Morocco in what is described as a ‘buffer zone’.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":835} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/polisario-morocco-palace.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-835\" /><figcaption>The Polisario Morrocan Palace in Western Sahara, the territory being disputed by the Sahrawi Republic (Photo contributed, AllThatsInteresting.com)</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><em>*(The term “existed” is used in this article in reference to countries that are not popularly known. 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A large portion of the town sank into the sea, while about two-fifth of the population died, either in the earthquake or in the plagues and pestilences that followed. </li></ul>\n<!-- /wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":1178} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/GettyImages-Fort-Charles-48914975_high-1024x686.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1178\" /><figcaption>Cannons and tower in the courtyard of Fort Charles, Port Royal.</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul><li>In 1703, a fire destroyed the entire town. This was followed by\nhurricanes in 1712, 1722 and 1726.</li></ul>\n<!-- /wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul><li>Fort Charles, built in 1656, is the oldest fort in Jamaica. 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A large portion of the town sank into the sea, while about two-fifth of the population died, either in the earthquake or in the plagues and pestilences that followed. </li></ul>\n<!-- /wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":1178} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/GettyImages-Fort-Charles-48914975_high-1024x686.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1178\" /><figcaption>Cannons and tower in the courtyard of Fort Charles, Port Royal.</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul><li>In 1703, a fire destroyed the entire town. This was followed by\nhurricanes in 1712, 1722 and 1726.</li></ul>\n<!-- /wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul><li>Fort Charles, built in 1656, is the oldest fort in Jamaica. 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Its clean and simple lines made it stand out and over the years it has become a classic.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":1168} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/cortez-basic-mens-shoe-M.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1168\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>This sneaker has been updated for 2019, coming in even lighter despite the use of premium leather. This time around, Nike has ensured the Cortez is well cushioned so there is less impact on your feet.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>This iconic shoe has most definitely become a lifestyle statement with its distinctive slim swoosh logo and herringbone-patterned soles.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":1169} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/cortez-72-sd-mens-shoe-DGrZWN-1024x672.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1169\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Favoured by rapper Kendrick Lamar, the Cortez made an appearance at Paris Fashion Week last year. In fact, Forrest Gump ran across America in a pair of Nike Cortez!</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Funky yet sporty, the Cortez now comes in a variety of colours including Active Fuchsia, Floral Pack, Topaz Gold black and even iridescent.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>This timeless classic still looks fresh and the original red, white and blue Nike Cortez is still kickin’ it!</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":1171} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/07/cortez-basic-shoe-345sdw.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1171\" /></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Curious to know what else Nike is up to? 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