Stories from 3 July 2008
Puerto Rico: Number Two
Gil the Jenius takes a light-hearted look at the news that Puerto Rico has fallen to second place in a world happiness survey.
Jamaica: Biblical concerns
A project of the Bible Society of the West Indies to translate The Bible into “Patois” and have it published, is getting much attention in Jamaica. Living in Barbados joins the debate.
Barbados: CARICOM at the Crossroads
As the CARICOM summit takes place, Barbados Underground discusses whether the region's leaders are up to the task of taking the Caribbean forward so that it could be competitive in the new world economy.
Bermuda: Mixed blessing
21 Square and Vexed Bermoothes wonder whether the high cost of the Bermuda Music Festival was justified.
Jamaica: Plastic pests
Long Bench addresses some aspects of the issue of pollution, and thinks Jamaicans should start by getting rid of the ubiquitous plastic bag—whether they like that idea or not.
Southeast Asia: Alternative sources of energy
Due to skyrocketing oil prices, many Southeast Asian countries are intensifying efforts to tap alternative sources of energy. Lifestyles are changing since people are now more aware about the oil price crisis.
Colombia: Making Up for Lost Time
Tienen Huevo [es] celebrates the freedom of FARC hostage Ingrid Betancourt in Colombia. He writes that “we are waiting to make up for lost time,” and previews her possible return to politics.
