Vision Newspaper - issue 7 - 2017

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Issue 07 - Summer 2017

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Junior Carnival Among Highlights of Toronto Caribbean Carnivals 50th Anniversary Story on Page 6

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The Caribbean Dominica govt talks with ECCAA on international airport plans

island.

ROSEAU, Dominica (CMC) — The Director General of the Eastern Caribbean Civil Aviation Authority (ECCAA), Donald McPhail, has held talks with the Dominica government on the development plans for an international airport on the

A brief government statement noted that the meeting took place on the fringes of the parliamentary debate on the 2017/2018 national budget now underway here.

It said that the talks were also attended by President Charles Savarin.

“Very soon the government shall invite a wide cross section of the population to provide an update. For the project to be successful we will need the fullest cooperation of all,” Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit is quoted as saying in the statement.

During his budget presentation last week, Skerrit told legislators that his administration had advanced plans for the development of the international airport and established an airport development fund as of May 2017.

He said the fund “has been capitalised with US$10 million from the Citizenship by Investment Programme (CIP),” which allows investors to make financial contributions to the socio-economic development of the island in return for citizenship.

$200 Million Renovation for Montego Bay Convention Centre to consolidate the facility’s status as a venue of choice to ensure it remains foremost in the minds of stakeholders in the local, regional and global marketplace.

Tourism Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, addressing a Montego Bay Chamber of Commerce and Industry ‘Invest MoBay’ breakfast forum at the Royal Decameron Hotel in St. James on July 28.

The Montego Bay Convention Centre in Rose Hall, St. James, is to be renovated at a cost of approximately $200 million.

Tourism Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, says this forms part of the Government’s undertaking to make the facility “fit for purpose” in its transformation into a major venue to host meetings and conventions, thereby boosting its profitability.

He indicated that the renovation will be completed in time to enable the centre to host the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) global conference, from November 27 to 29.

Additionally, Mr. Bartlett said efforts will continue

Meanwhile, Mr. Bartlett said the convention centre continues to rebound after suffering millions of dollars in losses over the past several years.

He reiterated that consequent on interventions over the last nine months, “we have improved revenue by 65 per cent and we have turned around a projected loss of US$2 million to J$40 million.”

The Montego Bay Convention Centre opened its doors in 2011 as a venue for conventions, trade shows, banquets and theatre-style conferences.

It was constructed by the Government of Jamaica in conjunction with the Chinese Development Bank, in response to the growing need for first-class meeting and convention facilities on the island.

The facility was previously owned by the Urban Development Corporation before being transferred to the Ministries of Tourism, and Finance and the Public Service.

Regulations for Jamaica’s Hemp Industry by 2018 be done specifically indoors.”

Lenford Salmon, senior advisor to the minister of culture, gender, entertainment and sport, recently spoke with the media in Jamaica and said that while the discussions are at a preliminary stage, the bank has confirmed the use of its platform as the point of transaction for Jamaicans living across the world to contribute to the initiative.

Ultimately, the Ministry of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, in partnership with IPL, wants to redevelop the 55-year-old National Stadium to align with the standards and facilities of an international sporting complex with improved medical facilities, drug testing and media facilities. There are also plans to expand the seating capacity to near 45,000.

“We will have a wall with blocks where, if you give the minimum of US$100, your name will be listed.

Individuals wishing to give more will have their contribution ranked in terms of platinum, gold and silver; you give US$1 million you get a larger block with your name, so as people walk in they will see it,” Salmon continued

Chairperson of the Cannabis Licensing Authority (CLA), Hyacinth Lightbourne says regulations being developed to guide a legal hemp industry in Jamaica should be in place next year.

She made the disclosure during a session on medical marijuana at the Jamaica 55 Diaspora Conference on Tuesday (July 25) at the Jamaica Conference Centre, Downtown Kingston.

Ms. Lightbourne said that a systematic approach is being taken to the hemp industry’s establishment in Jamaica, relative to that for marijuana (ganja), “because hemp that is planted too close to ganja breeds the possibility of cross pollination.”

In this regard, she said advice is being sought in relation to minimising this possibility and “whether or not it has to

In the meantime, Ms. Lightbourne said measures are being implemented to ensure that small farmers are included in the discussions going forward.

Cannabis is divided into two major pure strains – Indica and Sativa. Hemp is a variety of the Cannabis sativa strain.

However, while Cannabis and Hemp are from the same species, they have very diverse applications.

Cannabis sativa and Cannabis indica strains are mostly used for psychotropic and medicinal uses. Hemp, however, is almost entirely used for industrial purposes.

The Cannabis Licensing Authority (CLA) is an agency of the Ministry of Industry, Commerce, Agriculture and Fisheries that was established in 2015 under the Dangerous Drug (Amendment) Act, to formulate and regulate Jamaica’s legal ganja and hemp industry.

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Exposing the talent in our communities.

The Venezuelan government on recenlty claimed a popular mandate to dramatically recast the country’s political system even as condemnations of the process poured in from governments around the world and the opposition at home.

The United States added President Nicolas Maduro to a steadily growing list of high-ranking Venezuelan officials targeted by financial sanctions — escalating a tactic that has so far failed to alter the Venezuelan government’s behaviour.

The Trump administration backed away from earlier threats to sanction Venezuela’s oil industry — a move that could undermine Maduro’s government but raise US gas prices and deepen Venezuela’s humanitarian crisis.

Electoral authorities said more than 8 million people voted Sunday to create a constitutional assembly endowing Maduro’s ruling party with virtually unlimited powers — a figure widely disputed by independent analysts. www.jamaica-gleaner.com

Putin Says US Will Have To Shed 755 From Diplomatic Staff

“Unfortunately, we live on a small island that (can be impacted by) hurricanes; so the possibility of cross pollination is high,” she said.

Plan to finance National Stadium upgrade via diaspora

Stadium.

Venezuela Defiant As US Moves To Sanction President Maduro

He was addressing a Montego Bay Chamber of Commerce and Industry ‘Invest MoBay’ breakfast forum at the Royal Decameron Hotel in St. James on July 28.

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Jamaica National Bank has agreed to partner with Independence Park Ltd (IPL) in raising US$40 million from Jamaicans living overseas to start major upgrades at the National

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Vision Newspaper UK: Editor in Chief : Junior Whyte, Senior International Correspondent in Jamaica: Hopeton O’Connor-Dennie Vision Newspaper Canada: Editor in Chief: Alwin Marshall-Squire, Editors: Samantha Deschamps, Marilyn Marshall, Maresa Cadienhead BSc., NCCP, Kati Palmer

sanctions from Moscow.

Russian President Vladimir Putin said Sunday the United States would have to cut its embassy and consulate staff in Russia by 755 under new

Russian’s Foreign Ministry on Friday ordered a reduction by September 1 in the number of U.S. diplomatic personnel in Russia. It said it is ordering the U.S. Embassy to limit the number of embassy and consular employees in the country to 455 in response to the U.S. Senate’s approval of a new package of sanctions.

“We had hoped that the situation will somehow change, but apparently if it changes, it won’t be soon,” Putin said in an interview televised on Rossiya 1, explaining why Moscow decided to retaliate. “I thought it was the time to show that we’re not going to leave it without an answer.”

Russia is open to cooperating with the U.S. on various issues, including terrorism and cybercrime, but instead it “only hears unfounded accusations of meddling in U.S. domestic affairs,” he said.

Putin said more than 1,000 people are currently employed at the Moscow embassy and three U.S. consulates in Russia. They include both Americans and Russians hired to work in the diplomatic offices. www.jamaica-gleaner.com

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News Diaspora Member Spreads Culture in Canada

Second generation Diaspora member, Donika Jones, is using volunteerism to spread the Jamaican culture in Canada.

Born in Ontario, Canada, to Jamaican parents, Miss Jones, who is a health promotion specialist, credits her passion for volunteerism to her Jamaican parents.

“Their Jamaican identity has always been paramount and that laid the foundation for me.

They have always worked and given back to their communities and that for me sparked the interest,” she said.

An Executive Board Member and former Communications Chair of the Jamaican Diaspora in Canada Foundation Future

Leaders Chapter, Miss Jones annually leads events during Black History Month where there are demonstrations of Jamaican cuisine and film festivals.

“The children and other community members have been very open and receptive to the Jamaican culture, especially the food, such as jerked chicken and festival,” she said.

She also volunteers at the Qayuqtuvik Society Iqaluit Soup Kitchen, music festivals and works with the youth and children’s ministries of the Praise Cathedral Worship Centre in Mississauga, Ontario.

Miss Jones said she wishes to contribute to the development of Jamaica’s health sector, more specifically public health and the social factors that impact it.

Tourism on Course for Record-Breaking Growth – Bartlett

“There are social determinants that impact our health. It is not just about our body but things like housing, employment, levels of education, maternal and child health. All these factors come into play and intersect and position us in ways that allow us to have a certain quality of health,” she argued.

She added that her dream is for Jamaica to have “universal and equitable access to free health care, because health care is a right and not a privilege.”

A recipient of the Governor-General’s Achievement Diaspora Award, Miss Jones said she is even now more compelled to continue serving and encouraging other young people to play their part.

start of the year builds on the successes of 2016, when the sector expanded by an unprecedented four per cent, and welcomed over 3.84 million visitors in total.

Gross Foreign Exchange Earnings for the period amounted to US$2.55 billion up 6.2 per cent, with stopover arrival earnings of US$2.4 billion, representing a 6.1 per cent increase; and cruise passenger earnings of US$148.6 million, up eight per cent.

Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, says the sector is on course for “record -breaking growth” this year.

He said that revenue earnings for the first half of the year is estimated at US$1.84 billion, which is an increase of over eight per cent compared to the first six months of 2016.

The Minister was addressing Wednesday’s (July 26) session of the Jamaica 55 Diaspora Conference at the Jamaica Conference Centre, downtown Kingston.

“Every young person that I interact with, I instill that it is important to give back wherever you are because we are in a position where we are always taking information or resources.

It is important because that is how we continue to grow, how nations are forged and how we advance as a people,” she said.

The country welcomed 2,165,330 visitors up to the end of June this year, which is 3.9 per cent higher than the corresponding period last year.

For the first two weeks of July there were 104,098 stop over visitors – a massive 14.9 per cent increase over the same period in 2016.

The strong sector performance since the

In spite of these prolific numbers, Mr. Bartlett said the Ministry, its agencies and other key stakeholders are never complacent and “we continue to revamp and intensify our strategies to identify key drivers of competitiveness and sustainable tourism development in Jamaica.”

Minister Bartlett noted that tourism remains one of the few labour-intensive sectors and directly employs over 106,000 Jamaicans, and another 250, 000 indirectly, through linkages with agriculture, the creative and cultural industries, entertainment, manufacturing, transportation, finance and other services.

Over the last 10 years, tourism has expanded by 36 per cent.

Direct contribution of tourism to GDP is estimated at 8.4 per cent while total contribution is estimated at 27.2 per cent of GDP

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Jamaica’s Cannabis Licensing Authority Receives 236 Applications to ensure the applicants’ adherence to the stipulations.

“If a person has been granted a license but has either not yet paid the security bond or the fees, the licence is not issued.

So, for those two applicants, that is currently what we are waiting on,” she explained.

Cannabis Licensing Authority Chairperson, Hyacinth Lightbourne (left), in discussion with Lecturer, University of the West Indies Mona, Richard Crawford (centre) and President, College of Agriculture, Science and Education, Dr. Derrick Deslandes, during a session on medical marijuana at the Jamaica 55 Diaspora Conference on Tuesday (July 25) at the Jamaica Conference Centre, downtown Kingston

The Cannabis Licensing Authority (CLA) has, to date, received 236 applications for licences since commencing the process last year.

Chairperson, Hyacinth Lightbourne, says five categories of licenses are issued covering: cultivation, processing, transportation, retail, and research and development.

She said that of the 236 applications, two licences have been granted and 44 conditionally approved, while pointing out that none has, thus far, been issued.

Ms. Lightbourne pointed out that the licensing process takes an average of six months during which the requisite checks and balances are conducted

She was speaking during a session on medical marijuana at the Jamaica 55 Diaspora Conference on Tuesday (July 25) at the Jamaica Conference Centre, downtown Kingston.

In the meantime, Ms. Lightbourne said the CLA has been working with the National Land Agency (NLA) and Land Administration and Management Programme (LAMP) to facilitate persons with properties who are not in

possession of titles, but are desirous of participating in the associated activities.

She reiterated the Government’s commitment to developing a properly regulated marijuana industry in Jamaica, and urged interested persons to visit the CLA’s website at http://cla.org.jm for more information.

The Cannabis Licensing Authority is an agency of the Ministry of Industry, Commerce, Agriculture and Fisheries, which was created in 2015 under the Dangerous Drug (Amendment) Act, to establish and regulate Jamaica’s legal marijuana and hemp industry.

The Authority’s mandate includes: formulating regulations to guide the

industry’s orderly development and facilitate the use of the plants and their by-products for medical, therapeutic and scientific purposes; ensuring that industry regulations and activities are consistent with Jamaica’s international obligations; and issuing licences, permits and authorisation for handling of hemp and marijuana.

The Authority operates a Licensing and Applications Division as well as an Enforcement and Monitoring Division.

Both are mandated to ensure that applications are appropriately reviewed and licenses issued to qualified applicants, and that licensees are held accountable in accordance with the stipulated terms and conditions.

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Editorial Perspective: The Mother Of All Betrayals devastated.

Mother Of All Betrayals

For former PM Portia Simpson Miller to have publicly endorsed Dr. Angela Brown Burke to replace her as Member of Parliament for her long held very safe PNP South West St. Andrew seat of 34 years .... has left many speechless. Why did Portia disrespect her close associate Audrey Smith Facey? Audrey Smith Facey has been a confidante and very strong supporter of "Sister P" over 40 years.

Portia is affectionately referred to by close associates and many others who pay attention to matters political in Jamaica as Sister P. Facey is naturally

We long opined in Vision Newspaper that Sandrea Faulkner had betrayed her boss Portia by failing to offer the level of advice and direction as a media specialist.

We thought she had no rivals for that level of betrayal. Alas! We were wrong as a recent event as stated above has demonstrated. This is sad, but not surprising ... the PNP has long been on a sliding slope. Did Portia convert Sandrea or just that birds of a fellow flock together?

Power Hungry It is unfortunate that a Senior Vice President in the person of Dr. Angela Brown Burke would have fallen to such a temptation. We expected better from Dr. Angela Brown Burke who is very educated, a former

Mayor of the KSAC and known to be politically savvy. Angela is also married to an equally experienced politician who is the immediate outgoing General Secretary of the People's National Party. Is it a case of power corrupts? or power hungry Angela could not resist the move?

It is a very sad day in the political landscape in Jamaica for a nomination deadline to be closed and reopened by a political party. Shameful indeed!

We expected better from the PNP and their former PM Portia Simpson Miller?

This is my perspective ... what is yours? The voting for the selection of a candidate to replace Portia as MP will be held this weekend. There are 1900 delegates on record in South West St. Andrew Constituency.

Hopeton O'Connor-Dennie is Senior International Correspondent & photojournalist for Vision Newspaper.

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Are Jamaican Telecom/Data Carriers Ripping Off Consumers On or about October 2017 J$4 million alone.

Social Media has been a buzz which was uncovered through an access to an information request.

Roaming Fees Scam There has been widespread public outcry by consumers at all levels due to the apparent runaway charges of data fees etc. The previous PNP government was mired in controversy when it was discovered on are about 2015/6 that then PNP MP Hon. Orlando Brown was accused of raking up a cell bill, mainly roaming charges, of one million Jamaican dollars. It was seen as scandalous then, and tarnished the image of all, especially the Sate Foreign Minister Brown. Roaming fees scam seems to be the method being used.

Now in 2017 The JLP is now in the line of fire as roaming fees for one year has soared to J$8 million.

Bruce Golding in a letter published in a leading local newspaper, said "that roaming data charges of US$8 per megabyte. My bill soared from J5000 to J350,000 after an overseas trip."

Responsibly We at Vision do not support irresponsible use of public resources. Vigilance must be your mantra.

The Pariots, a PNP group has called on the Auditor General for an investigation of Shaw's phone bills.

PM HOLNESS is being commended for his swift response in light of the roaming charges scandal gripping Shaw and the JLP. Hopeton O'Connor-Dennie is Senior International Correspondent & photojournalist for Vision Newspaper.

WILL JAMAICA BE NEXT? SHOULD THE JAMAICAN (DIASPORA) OVERSEAS DIG JAMAICA OUT OF CHINA DEBT TRAP WITHOUT THE RIGHTS TO VOTE?

A Classic Case Of Underdevelopment At Play With China’s Involvement In Jamaica Now Being Played Out In Sri Lanka as “Sri Lanka has fallen knee deep in China’s debt trap after it invested billions of dollars in huge infrastructure projects –

on China’s guidance and promises.”

Politics must not be the driver in economic development decisions as we are amassing huge amount of phantom debt using Chinese model of development. The billions of

US dollars in “Phantom Debt” that is supposedly off -books will cripple any chance of economic growth for years to come under current and proposed infrastructure contracts with the Chinese.

In fact, according to International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), we are “ENRONDIZING” our National Accounts as these are hidden liabilities that must be accounted for and are indeed a taxation on the backs of the Jamaican people.

Like Sri Lanka, we are caught in China’s Debt Trap as

the Chinese have conned the Jamaican Government and people in accepting the future of the economic benefits of their investments while China reaps the present value of the economic benefits in current dollars from their investment creating a classic case of underdevelopment across Africa and the Caribbean.

Continued dealings with China Harbour Engineering Company (CHEC) is inconsistent with our laws.

It is theft to charge the Jamaican people US$18.5 million for every mile traveled on the north-south

highway.

“The Office of the Contractor General (OCG), in keeping with its mandates under the law, has always been of the view that Jamaica’s economic development must be pursued in a sustainable and responsible manner, and within an appropriate system of institutionalized independent checks and balances which will ensure probity, transparency, accountability and value for money in all Government commercial transactions,” he continued”.- Greg Christie

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Drum Classes offered in Jane & Finch community return this Fall, offered by Annual Toronto Caribbean Junior Carnival 2017 tumes, which have dance Immersion's successful Youth Arts Program (YAP)

TORONTO, ON – dance Immersion and Ngoma Dance and Drum Ensemble commence YAP Drum Classes beginning Tuesday September 19 th 2017 at Driftwood Community Centre ( 4401 Jane St, North York) .

Classes are offered for children and youth ages 5 and up. New this year, 50% per off each additional child per household for first time registrants, along with affordable $10 drop-in rates per class. Term rates and drum rentals are available.

YAP Drum Classes provide high-quality instruc-

tion on technique, rhythm and traditional practices originating from West Africa. " Students who consistently attend all

three terms, from September to June, see a dramatic improvement in their instrumentation, creativity and overall confidence! " says dance Immersion's Artistic Director, Vivine Scarlett.

Classes are lead by instructor Yohance Francis Parsons whose knowledgeable yet contemporary teaching style draws out the budding musician in each learner.

Yohance started his musical career at the age of two at the Beaches Jazz

Festival and has been professional performing ever since. As a young talented musician in the GTA community and founding member of Ngoma Drum and Dance Ensemble and Beyond Sound Empijah , Yohance states that his love for music " comes from the fact that it is an important part of my life that has always been at the centre of my being. " dance Immersion’s Youth Arts Program provides a nurturing and supportive environment where children and youth are given the opportunity to build self-esteem and self-discipline through expressions that relate to them. The organization has served a diverse range of programs to youth designed for community involvement, exchange and education.

been built to fit all weather conditions.

Toronto’s Annual Junior Carnival and traditional heritage showcase, put on by the African Caribbean Community, celebrates fifty years in existence. The Junior Carnival like the grand parade derived from a time of celebration of life and natural freedom, as given by god to all. It serves as an indication to showcase the breadth of creativity and talent in the art of music and elaborate costume designs but more importantly to celebrate some sense of freedom of expression from bondage and oppression.

The Junior Parade was a most upbeat highlight of the weekend. The parade is held annually, two short weeks before the grown folks event, the Grand Parade, which never gets old. The junior parade used to take place in the Jane and Finch community but has been relocated to Neilson Park in Scarborough the past several years and proves to be a cultural successful all day family event, worth adding to any summer fun agenda for kids. Although it was a bleak day, still it didn’t dampen the spirit, mood or cos-

Everything went on as normal despite the rain and the parade took its usual course, the kids were still parading with glee, because as the soca song Phenomenal goes, “we partying sun or rain” -Benjai. Junior masqueraders in their regalia danced and paraded through the rain on to their course as expected, living up to a common Caribbean slogan, that, “rain only stops international cricket” or translated in other places to mean, “the show must go on”. With all the excitement in the air, the music, dancers, stage performers, beautiful costumes and food from all islands, there was something for everyone, but especially for little ones whose time it was to shine. They wore themed costumes, with well thought out elements of design. One such featured costume in the junior parade, was traditional mass from the Durham Mass Group, based on the Famous Candy Woman who in 1881 broke free from slavery, then burst out in celebration of her natural right to freedom by adorning herself in brightly coloured clothes and carnival music to celebrate.

Eleven bands with over two thousand young participants to make mass, in celebration of fifty years of carnival in Toronto.

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Helping Black Youth Succeed Through Mentorship Ontario Launching New Program for Black Youth announce the new program -- Together We Can -- which will also help Black children and youth build cultural awareness and identity.

Ontario is launching a new mentorship program for Black children and youth that will help young people in priority communities to build confidence and develop skills for school and work.

Michael Coteau, Minister of Children and Youth Services and Minister Responsible for Anti-Racism, was at Alexandra Park Community Centre in Toronto today to

The program will support up to 25 locally developed mentorship initiatives for Black children and youth in priority communities, including the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area, Ottawa and Windsor.

The province will partner with community organizations to design and deliver the program in a way that responds to local needs, which could include activities like job skills training, tutoring or arts-based activities.

Four programs are already in development:

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The African-Canadian Coalition of Community Organizations will deliver mentorship programs in the Regent Park and Alexandra Park community in Toronto • NIA Centre for the Arts will deliver a mentorship program in the Vaughan area • Tropicana Community Services will deliver a mentorship program in Scarborough • Big Brothers Big Sisters of Peel, in partnership with the Black Community Advisory Council, will deliver a mentorship program in Peel Region The province is inviting community organizations to apply for the remaining 21 programs.

Together We Can is part of the Ontario Black Youth Action Plan, a four-year, $47 million commitment to

help reduce disparities for more than 10,000 Black children, youth and families in communities across the province.

Eliminating systemic racism and advancing racial equity is part of Ontario's plan to create jobs, grow our economy and help people in their everyday lives.

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munity engagement sessions.

Since May of this year, over 25 engagement sessions on the Ontario Black Youth Action Plan have been held in 13 communities across the province. Community engagement sessions will continue throughout the summer.

Black youth make up 41 per cent of the youth in the care of the Children’s Aid Society of Toronto – five times their representation in the overall population.

Black students become “early leavers” of high school at higher rates – in Toronto, 23 per cent, compared to 12 per cent of white students.

Black youth across the province are unemployed at nearly two times the provincial rate.

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Joyce Blessing’s Music Video Hits 2 Million Views On YouTube Ghanaian based gospel star Joyce Blessing’s music video for her “Monko Mo Akyi” single has exceeded 2Million views and over on youtube after its release in 2015.

The “boot 4 boot crooner shared the excitement with her followers via her social media platforms

Bay-C Launches New Kingdom Summer Tour

Popular Dancehall bass vocalist Bay-C has this summer kick started his second solo European stint called the ‘New Kingdom’ tour. His first post T.O.K tour in 2016 was a major success as he received positive feedback for his solo material, specifically his EP ‘Better Must Come’ which acted as a personal message for the artist.

Feedback on the talented vocalist’s mixtape ‘Rise of a New King’ has been really

good. The project is considered a tad controversial as well because it's called ‘Rise of a New King’ which can be interpreted as Bay-C claiming the title ‘King Of the Dancehall’.

“Everyone can be considered a King in their own right, and it doesn’t have to mean dethroning anyone else to do it. I am definitely not competing with other artistes but I know I’m a King in Dancehall on an international level” Bay-C added This ‘New Kingdom’ European tour is targeting Reggae and Dancehall lovers all across Europe. Performances are slated for UK, Germany, Italy, Finland, Slovakia and Holland. Already

the artiste has performed at Mamanera Beach in South Italy to an exceptional crowd.

“I’m Feeling real good about this new tour. It’s already pretty awesome, we could say we're building on the Bay-C fanbase in those countries.” Bay-C added Bay-C is expected to perform next at Reggae Jam in Germany later this week. He intends to gain new fans, excite the existing ones and get more inspiration for his future projects throughout the tour. Most importantly the ‘New Kingdom’ tour will see Bay-C being an Ambassador for Jamaica, its music and culture.

For all updates on the Tour follow Bay-C on social media @baycmusic or log on to his website www.baycmusic.com

thanking each and everyone for their support. https://www.instagram.com/p/BXJPVaHh4j2/ The song dubbed ” Monko Mo Akyi” in our local Twi dialect translates in English as “Move Back” and happens to be the song which shot the gospel singer into the limelight as she bagged herself dozens of awards in her honour.

The song produced by Dave Joy elucidates on the power of God’s protection on her life and 3 years after it’s release, still remains one of the biggest gospel songs in the country.

“I Revived Dancehall In Africa”: Shattawale Tells Media In Jamaica Shattawale elucidated that especially in Ghana ,the populates could not comprehend what dancehall music was and hence had to lighten the lyrics of his songs by blending our local dialects with the Jamaican patois to make the songs appealing to Ghanaians.

Ghanaian dancehall crooner Charles Nii Armah Mensah known by stage name Shattawale has unveiled to the media in Jamaica that he actually revived dancehall in Africa.

The Shatta Movement front liner who is currently in Jamaica recording songs with top Jamaican stars told Kingston based radio Newstalk93 on Thursday on the nightly fix show that the genres dancehall and reggae were least encapsulated in Africa some years back. He said dancehall and reggae musicians were seen as rude,violent and unimportant and added that hardly will you see reggae or dancehall musicians break through.

Charles told the show DJ Burn that his talent , hustle and hardwork motivated other dancehall artistes to also follow his steps. He said the likes of BET Award winning dancehall singer Stonebwoy used to come to him to learn because of his great potentials and motivation.

The Ayoo hitmaker Shattawale started music at an early stage with the name Bandana ,unleashed some popular songs like Moko Ho featuring Tinny , Telephone Number, Anastasia, and more and later came back “hard” after 10 years as Shattawale with his breakthrough song dubbed Dancehall King in 2012 which bagged him dozens of awards

Jahmiel Applauded For His Career Elevating Performace at Reggae Sumfest gle 'Gain the World', people speculated on whether or not the young star could handle the big stage. Would Jahmiel be able to deliver on one of the worlds biggest stage with some of the biggest dancehall talents today?

New York, New York July 26, 2017. Entering the stage in full black, dancehall recording artist Jahmiel electrified the crowd with a solid performance. For the first time performing a full set since his breakthrough sin-

Backed by the iconic Ruff Kutt band, Jahmiel embodied a level of confidence, which you tend to see in artists performing well into 5 years of their professional career. As he performed his selection of singles it was clear that he knew how to pace himself and deliver with

high energy. Jahmiel took the time to introduce himself to the Sumfest crowd, many who may have heard his songs but never saw him perform. Talking about his early struggles in life to being a humble individual, Jahmiel’s clarity and delivery brought him to another level in his career.

“Jahmiel delivered a brilliant, career elevating set, at Reggae Sumfest early this morning (Saturday), following Nigeria’s Patoranking who was also great and got a wonderful response from the audience, many of whom were hearing his music for the first time...But Jahmiel took things to another level, in a well paced, focused, and razor sharp performance” says Pat Meschino - writer for

Billboard magazine via Instagram post.

Jahmiel Takes a Moment to Connect with Reggae Sumfest Audience Some of the songs, which resonated with the audience were Where Were You, Things Take Time, Strongest Soldier and Gain the World. When asked if he was pleased with his set Jahmiel said “I am pleased with my performance, I went out there to deliver and introduce myself to the people and I feel I did just that, big up the bands Ruff Kutt and the entire Reggae Sumfest team”.

Set to depart the island on Thursday Jahmiel has a hectic

6 week schedule coming up with performances in Connecticut, New Jersey, Kansas City, Atlanta, Chicago, Naples Florida, British Virgin Islands as well as RTI weekend in Negril.

Music RDX Promises excellent visuals for Chart Topping Shake Your Bam Bam Single

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Alfray Says “Work Hard” from the masses and I have a lot more coming” Shared Alfray.

which are present in all previous RDX music videos.

Kingston Jamaica Jamaican Reggae Dancehall duo RDX has promised exciting visuals for their immensely popular single ‘Shake Your Bam Bam’ which has topped numerous charts in Jamaica and the UK since its pre summer release. The single, the first release from their upcoming Level Up album, has topped the Hapilos Digital Distribution Chart for four weeks and counting and topped the David Rodigan hottest summer singles chart in the UK as well.

Based on the singles popularity, RDX believes they

have to ensure the visuals are at an extremely high standard to propel the project further.

"We decided to tell a few stories with this video because we really want our fans to get a full experience when watching the visuals.

For the first time in a RDX video we will be telling some authentic Jamaican stories," Renigade explained Shot in various locations in St Mary Jamaica by The Skyteam, the concept of the video itself is to showcase beautiful Jamaica and the Jamaican people, while honing on to the fun elements

“The ‘Shake Your Bam Bam’ single has a very cultural feel from day one so we wanted the video to replicate that image already created. The history of Bam Bam is very ‘old school reggae’ so the visuals had to stay true" Delomar added With the video's planned release this Independence weekend in August, it is expected to amp the already trending song. The duo is also continuing the focus on their 'Level Up' album project which should be released after the summer.

The Shake Your Bam Bam single is available for purchase on digital platforms including iTunes and is distributed by Hapilos Digital Distribution.

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Sonsie X Upbeat About New Projects and sexy. Special Announcement leans more to the social injustice side while Dear Desire leans more to the passionate side. My listeners are in for a treat with this one” Said Sonsie X.

Spoken word artiste and dub poet Sonsie X is looking towards a successful rest of the year with her soon to be released single “Dear Desire”.

The single was produced

by Q and Koo Waise from Annax Entertainment and will be distributed on all major streaming services by Zojak Worldwide.

“After releasing Special Announcement, I wanted to change things up and give my listeners something soulful

The single which is set to be released in December will have a seductive video to follow shortly after.

While gearing up to release her much anticipated single, Sonsie X is also working on her book titled “ I Am Empress” which is set to hit the shelves by October.

“I Am Empress is a collection of poems and excerpts based off sex morals and religion, claiming our status of royalty from birth. It is an analytical approach on how society embraces and views issues and taboos as a whole. The

book seeks to stimulate and invigorate the mind. It is composed in a way which will open up a person’s way of thinking about how they view certain issues. It promotes royalty and teaches women to embrace themselves, sex religion, family, friendship, education and their sexuality” She shared.

Sonsie X gives credit to her photographer Archer Photography for providing excellent shots for her book and shares that she has an album in the works.

“I have an album in the pipeline set for fall as well.

My style of the musical arts is one that a deep person will understand and one that new listeners will defiantly find mind throbbing and invigorating. My fans can look out for great things in coming months” She said.

Persons looking to keep up with Sonsie X may do so by following her on Instagram @SonsieX.

Fast rising recording artiste Alfray is hoping to make his mark within the music industry with the release of his single “Work Hard”.

The Kingston 11 native started his musical journey over a decade ago and has spent most of his time in the studio mastering his craft.

The single which was produced

by Studio Vibes Entertainment in conjunction with Thee Khemist Records was made available on all major digital media outlets by Zojak Worldwide on June 30.

“Since the release of the track, I have gained a larger following.

The song is relatable and listeners just need that extra motivation when they listen your music to push harder. Even though the song stands to motivate, it also entertains. I am grateful for the support I have been receiving

coming weeks.

With the single already bulidng a momentum, Alfray and his team are gearing up to shoot the video in

“My fans are eager to see the visuals behind the single and between July 17, 2017 and July 19, 2017 we shot the be shooting the video in my home town of Olympic Way, Waltham Park and surrounding areas.

The artiste who is currently working on more singles set to be released by Studio Vibes Entertainment and other producers says later this year his supporters can look out for a fusion EP. Among his other releases are; “Do Yuh Body”, “Never See Me Fall”, “Don’t See Them” and “ Good Memories”.

To keep up with Alfray, fans can do so by following him on Instagram @ Alfraymusic.

General Degree & Kingston to Bring the Ladies A Lil Closer rapper, songwriter, and musician, with Jamaican roots.

The relationship with R&B, Hip Hop and Dancehall gets “A Lil Closer” thanks to a hot new track out of the studios of Miami, Florida. Jamaican dancehall artiste General Degree adds his rude bwoy swag to a smooth track by Terror Squad / Yap Music Recording artiste Kingston.

While most are familiar with General Degree, whose popularity rose from the 90s dancehall era, he proves that he can stay fresh on “A LIL CLOSER” which introduces new artiste Kingston. Born Kesner Haughton, ‘Kingston’ is an American recording singer,

The song, entitled “A LIL CLOSER” was produced

by Huubanga of Huubanga Production, and already has a music video to accompany it.

The video, which was filmed at M3 Studios in Miami with the impressive RED Dragon camera, brings the best in digital cinema technology to the screen. Music Video credits include Damian Fyffe as Director, Dominic Fraser as Director of Photography and Cliff “CK” Wheelock as Producer.

Definitely a song for the ladies, but the men won’t mind as it guarantees to bring them closer in the party, or wherever the party is.

The “A LIL CLOSER” music video is now available on YouTube as well as General Degree’s VEVO Channel, while the single is available on iTunes.

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Run&Shoot Filmworks’ 15th Annual Martha’s Vineyard African American Film Festival Commences with Screening of Open Road Films’ Marshall (MVPAC), 100 Edgartown-Vineyard Haven Road, Oak Bluffs, MA, from 9 a.m. until 7 p.m.

MARTHA’S VINEYARD, Mass., July 25, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — The 15th Annual Martha’s Vineyard African American Film Festival (MVAAFF), presented

by Run&Shoot Filmworks, from August 7 – 12, 2017.

Registration opens on Monday, August 7, at the Martha’s Vineyard Performing Arts Center

The MVAAFF will kick-off with a presentation by the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture’s Earl W. and Amanda Stafford Center for African American Media Arts’ department of digitization and preservation.

On Monday, August 7 at 4 p.m. at the MVPAC the museum will preview, from their historical collection, home movies from Cab Calloway, among others.

Exclusive Spotlight Screenings: 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. Annapurna Pic-

tures will screen Detroit starring John Boyega and Anthony Mackie. Talk-back to follow with Kathryn Bigelow, moderated by Khalil Muhammad, professor of History, Race and Public Policy, Harvard Kennedy School – Harvard University. From 8 p.m. – 10 p.m.

Amazon Studio’s Crown Heights will screen starring Lakeith Stanfield and Nnamdi Asomugha.

Opening Night film will be a special screening of Reginald Hudlin’s Marshall, presented

by Open Road Films, on Tuesday, August 8 at 7 p.m. at the MVPAC. “The Color of Conversation” will immediately follow with Reginald Hudlin.

Wednesday, August 9 at 7 p.m. at MVPAC, the Global Sport Institute at Arizona State University will present a screening of the NAACP Image Award-nominated “Little Ballers” – talk-back to immediately follow.

Institute at Arizona State University and Spike Lee will present clips from, the Netflix acquired, Rodney King starring Roger Guenveur Smith.

The short film competition, sponsored by HBO and Saatchi & Saatchi Global Advertising, will be held Friday, August 11 from 3 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. at the MVPAC. Immediately following, at 5 p.m., HBO will showcase an episode of the network’s inventive series, Issa Rae’s “Insecure” with moderated talk-back. At 7 p.m. HBO’s “The Defiant Ones” will screen. Moderated talk-back to immediately follow with Allen Hughes and Dr. Henry Louis “Skip” Gates, Jr. Spike Lee to present preview the Original Netflix series “She’s Gotta Have It” on Saturday, August 12 at 7 p.m. at MVPAC. “The Color of Conversation” to follow.

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Usain Bolt, World’s Fastest Man, to Bring Speed and Smarts to Poker in Partnership With PokerStars

Reggae Boys Did Well — Grange two.

Stars declaring he was going to “Make Poker Fun.” Bolt said: “PokerStars is a winner and I’m happy to join Kevin in helping to bring poker and PokerStars to the masses. It’s a challenging game that’s fun, social and competitive so I’m pleased to be able to introduce it to my fans and to people around the world.”

Usain Bolt, record-breaking sprinter and undisputed fastest man on the planet, will promote the game of poker as part of a new partnership with PokerStars, an Amaya Inc. (Nasdaq: AYA; TSX: AYA) brand. Bolt, an eight-time Olympic gold medallist, announced his new partnership via a social media exchange with his friend and Hollywood superstar Kevin Hart, who is currently the most successful comedian in the world and earlier this year signed on with Poker-

Bolt will represent PokerStars in marketing campaigns and live appearances geared toward introducing new audiences to poker, said Eric Hollreiser, Vice President of Corporate Communications at PokerStars.

“Usain Bolt is a fierce competitor who pushes his game to the limits,” Hollreiser said. “But he’s also one of the mostliked athletes in the world. His strong global following and winning personality will help us to introduce poker in a fun, social and fast way.”

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The Honourable Olivia Grange, Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, has told the Reggae Boyz that they did well although they did not win the Gold Cup. Miss Grange made the comment last night after the final of the CONCACAF Gold Cup which Jamaica lost to the United States one goal to

The Sport Minister said the Reggae Boyz played valiantly to level the scores at one-one during the match but unfortunately conceded another goal close to the end and could not recover.

“Nevertheless, we are all proud that the Reggae Boyz played well enough to get to the Final of the Gold Cup and we know that good things are in store for them despite the result of this match,” she said Advertisment

Arts & Culture

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Donovan Watkis releases second book on Jamaican culture : Coloring Culture class using their natural abilities in athletics and the arts, only to meet upon sophisticated and celebrated systems designed to keep them in their place. ​The privileged people ​in Jamaica in various industries such an entertainment, poltics, finance and education ​ want a system that works for them, so their narratives and customs are for the sameness of things.

They say: "that is how we have always done it."

Th​e​book contains essays and articles that idealize a higher culture ​in Jamaica ​ beyond unwarranted privilege​, culture of violence,​and rigged markets​that beenfit only a few​. ​Donovan said : "​It is my hope that by reading this book you will use your mind without prejudice or reservation to understand things that challenge your usual customs, privileges, and beliefs.​"​ ​ e ​was careful to share the basis for unH fair advantage between those positioned to succeed, and the laboring class who are, in most cases expected to do most of the work, and carry the larger share of the burden for less reward. I concluded that classic meritocracy gave way to privilege but this can change. ​ onovan concluded that privilege kills D competition, privilege kills entertainment and privilege kill merit​in the Jamaicans and Caribbean societies.​Perhaps no other time in history has this been truer.

Many people of talent sometimes find creative ways to make it into the master-

For them, dissent is viewed as the disgrace.

Those who try to break down the barriers are ritualistically scrutinized as deviants to be sent back from whence they came regardless of their contribution to civil society. The privileged class can only handle small amounts of outlying, often well-behaved members of the underclass at a time in the domain of aristocracy. This is why many of us were taught to follow those rules from early in life. ​Wh​ at is Coloring Culture?

Since we were born, we were given a birth certificate and called citizens. As citizens, we are given a flag with some colors within the borders. You must get the colors accurate and you must stay within the lines of coloration or else you are deemed an outcast. Psychologically this plays out in other areas of our lives. We learn to colorwithin the lines of coloring books and that too becomes our norm.

Nobody questions it, out loud at least.

Until now. Inside the lines represent our

country, our culture, and our citizenry. We give it a definition. For example, Jamaica recently redefined each color as “The sun shineth, the land is green and the people are strong and creative” representing the black, green and gold.

This is the kind of simplicity entrusted to the entire nation as their whole definition.

Certainly, Jamaicans are more complex than the sunshine, green lands, and strong, creative people. Nothing remains the same in the life of a country. We have come to know that the world changes, countries change, people change. The same for school mottos. Most of the school mottos were done to condition the student towards labor. "Labor for learning", "learn or leave", "virtue in labor", are all mottos that do not apply today. Today we know that we can use our brain to work and reach further distances than our bodies are capable. Yes, we need Labor but we need more brain Power than labor power. The robots are coming to take over the labor markets so maybe we can pass on our old school mottos to the robots.

Coloring Culture means seeing things differently. Going beyond the normative and usual conformity, to see brighter colors with a wider imagination and seeing different ways of solving old problems.

What if we colored outside the lines and created new territories? individually we may not be able to change the colors in the flag but we can color the book of our lives with the shades we always wanted to use, outside the boundaries already prepared for us. We can study a new course, take a trip abroad, join a charity, start the business we always wanted to start, record an album in a professional studio and put it on iTunes, even

write a book or change professions.

Regardless of the boundaries already set, you can go outside those boundaries and declare favorably the dreams that are deep within your soul. This is the time for it.

This book unpacks situations and happenings in the culture of humanity, beyond the aristocracy and democracy. I make suggestions for coloring new territories with shades of enlightenment to get around sophisticated systems that are designed for the privileged. We are all privileged people who can create the access we need, and this compilation of essays ride on the premise that a better culture is dependent on the collective esteem of the democratic society. Although the ideas and situations are at times specific to different territories such as Jamaica, the USA, and Cuba, I examine how the national interests may be beneficial to the cosmopolitan interest and forge alliances that will make a greater impact towards shifting the status quo.

A culture that serves the national interest alone drives a wedge between humanity through protectionist practices, but adopting a modern cosmopolitan culture can break down barriers, solve greater problems, and find greater truths. If our ultimate goal is to make the world great through excellence, then we should afford ourselves the ability to think in new ways to find common solutions to common problems and embrace constant change that will give rewards based on continuous merit. In The words of John Legend: "One Day When the Glory Comes, It Will Be Ours". #coloringculture

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Being Black in the GTA: New Study Reveals Complexity of Blackness

Vanessa Kirunda and her son Sean, who live in Mississauga, have been stung by racism. "And it's not just white European people," she says. (May 10, 2009) (COLIN MCCONNELL / TORONTO STAR)

TORONTO, July 19, 2017 /CNW/ – The complexity of Blackness and its effect on all areas of Black Canadians’ lives are revealed in a new Greater Toronto Area (GTA)-wide study released today. The Black Experience Project (BEP) is a six-year research study led by Environics Institute for Survey Research in partnership with the Diversity Institute at Ryerson University, the United Way of Toronto & York Region, the YMCA of Greater Toronto, and the Jean Augustine Chair at York University.** The research set out to answer the central question: “What does it mean to be Black in the GTA?” offers an unparalleled look into the day-to-day challenges, hopes and often painful realities that are part of the Black experience. The study was sponsored in part by TD Bank and others.** This revealing report sheds new light on the GTA’s Black community, through each participant’s narrative.

For the purposes of this study, “GTA” refers to the City of Toronto, Durham Region, Halton Region, Peel Region and York Region.

“The findings of the Black Experience Project further underscore what so many of those within the community have known for many years: that being Black in the GTA is an exercise in tenacity, strength and perseverance,” says Marva Wisdom, Director, Outreach and Engagement

for the Black Experience Project.

“Despite the various challenges that the community faces however, the shared experiences and importance of Black identity across the diaspora continues to be a binding and motivating force for those interviewed.”

The research focus utilized an asset-based approach to the research, valuing strengths, contributions, resources and skills of the community, rather than reinforcing its challenges.

Starting in May, 2011, the Black Experience Project launched Phase 1 that involved extensive community engagement and outreach, including group discussion sessions with community leaders (also known as “Trailblazers” and “Champions”) across the GTA. Phase 1 was completed in March 2014.

In Phase 2, from April 2014 through July 2017, the rich information captured through the community engagement process supported the research, consisting of in-depth, in-person interviews with 1,504 self-identified Black individuals across the GTA. This phase concludes with the public release of the study findings today.

Phase 3, which commences on July 19, 2017, will see the research disseminated broadly across both the community and the larger public, with

a focus on providing relevant content to active project partners, community organizations, governments and the Black community. Distribution of information and study findings at this point is with the goal to prompt further analysis and discussion of the research and its implications in order to provide positive next steps to support strengthening the community.

The BEP study will be permanently housed at the Jean Augustine Chair at York University, under the leadership of Professor Carl James.

Key Findings in the Study Include: The Black population in the GTA is diverse in terms of their ethno-cultural background, country of origin and religion, but there is a remarkable degree of consensus on the importance of being Black as part of their identity (97% agree), and the pervasiveness of racism in the society in which they live.

Black participants are active and engaged in the broader community, and in some cases this involvement is bolstered by personal experiences of anti-Black racism. Perseverance and resilience is the top mention (50%) when asked to name the strengths of the GTA Black community.

Direct experience with racism is a common experience across the Black population – two thirds have frequently or occasionally experienced unfair treatment because

of their race. Eight in 10 report experiencing one or more forms of day-to-day micro-aggressions such as others expecting their work to be inferior, or being treated suspiciously.

These experiences are commonplace regardless of age, gender and socio-economic status.

Experiences in high school are mixed. Many have had positive experiences, but one in two says that being Black presented challenges not faced by other students. The survey also showed that Black students benefitted from the presence of Black peers and teachers, and that the proportion of teachers in a school who are Black is associated with more positive school experiences for Black students.

Black youth and young adults differ from other generations as being primarily Canadian-born, having higher levels of education, being more diverse in their identities, and having more racially-mixed social networks.

At the same time, they seem to be more, rather than less, affected by racism; they carry higher expectations for Canada to deliver on the promise of equality and tolerance.

Half of those interviewed (51%) identify racism and stereotypes as the greatest challenge facing the Black community today.

There is a world of difference between the attributes participants ascribe to the Black community, and how they feel they are seen by broader society. Participants take great pride in the contributions made

by Black people to the GTA, and in persevering in the face of anti-Black racism. At the same time, eight in 10 believe that non-Black people have a negative impression of them, and only one-quarter (25%) believe the perception has improved over the past decade.

“Insights from the research should be used to develop culturally relevant policies, programs and practices that are responsive to the needs, concerns and interests of the Black communities. Doing so is important if we are to experience real change in the lives of Black community members” says Professor James, Jean Augustine Chair in Education, Community and Diaspora, Faculty of Education, York University.

Full details, images and video about the Black Experience Project can be found at www.theblackexperienceproject.ca.

Horoscopes #SCOPES #CERISEFAIRFAX #ASTROLOGY #HOROSCOPES #ZODIAC #ARIES (March 21-April 19) Traditional minded people will encourage you to think more about life and how you too can enhance your understanding of cultures. #TAURUS (April 20May 20) Place faith first and be fearless. #GEMINI (May 21June 20) A godlike figure, someone who you respect more than anyone, will give you a piece of information that will surprise you.

#CANCER (June 21July 22) Misunderstandings happen, but when they do be quick to let the anger go and learn from the situation. #LEO (July 23-August 22) Honour yourself for the awesomeness you exude. It’s not bragging or putting yourself on a pedestal, but it is recognizing your worth. #VIRGO (August 23-September 22) You were born for a good reason, find the special qualities you have and grace them upon the ones you love most, and love you best.

#LIBRA (September 23-October 22) Don’t be surprised when someone shows you how much you are appreciated.

They might do this via conversation, a financial bonus, or perhaps a gesture, but no matter how they indicate their gratitude, you will feel honoured. #SCORPIO (October 23-November 21) Get close to others who will respect you for who you are, and forget the ones who have no clue about you, and couldn’t care less. #SAGITTARIUS (November 22- December 21) You may need to pull

yourself together after hearing nasty news regarding something someone said or did to someone else. Even if it affects you emotionally, you will need to deal with it in a calm way for the person who is hurt. #CAPRICORN (December 22-January 19) Blessings will be given to you for the kind things you have done for others. #AQUARIUS (January 20-February 18) If you can see it in your mind then why allow others to discourage you? Go and get what is in your vision.

#PISCES (February 19-March 20) Dedicate yourself to a project, a person or a pet. Not only will your adoration pay off, but it will also enhance your feel good emotions.

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