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Ban Kartel!

Jamaica’s former youth minister, Lisa Hanna wants a ban on Vybz Kartel's songs

Jamaica's former youth minister Lisa Hanna wants all music by imprisoned deejay Vybz Kartel banned from the country's airwaves.

Speaking on the local Nationwide 90FM on Wednesday, Hanna argued that Kartel is a convicted murderer serving a life sentence and should not be allowed to produce songs that sway the minds of impressionable youngsters.

“I am not only singling out Kartel alone, I am singling out all persons across the spectrum who are having an imprint on our children's value systems,” – Lisa Hanna.

She cited the case of Buju Banton, who is serving a ten-year sentence in the United States on drug-related charges.

“The issue (is) where Kartel's music keeps coming out (more) than any other person, because I haven't heard any new songs from Buju since he has been incarcerated,” Hanna said.

The former beauty queen said a thorough investigation needs to

Jamaican teacher makes elite list of Global Teacher Prize inalists When Tracy-Ann Hall was attending high school, neither her peers nor teachers imagined she would become an outstanding educator.

Hall was afflicted with undiagnosed dyslexia and never matriculated to tertiary education after graduating from high school.

Instead, she trained as an automotive technician and worked in a garage. But driven by a fierce will to succeed, she qualified for teachers college, graduating top of her class.

Hall now teaches automotive technology class at Jonathan Grant High School in St. Catherine, rural Jamaica. Her love for the classroom and

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Growing number of Trinidad ISIS recruits raise US eyebrows The United States government is worried about the number of Trinidad and Tobago nationals being recruited by the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS).

The Eastern Caribbean country is regarded as a breeding ground for extremists. According to the Sun Sentinel, its close proximity to the American mainland has counter-terrorism officials in the Donald Trump administration fearful that Trinidadian ISIS fighters may return from the Middle East and attack American diplomatic and oil installations in Trinidad.

There are also fears among US officials that extremists may take the three-and-a-half-hour flight to Miami and carry out attacks there.

President Trump is reported to have discussed the issue with Trinidad and Tobago Prime Minister, Dr Keith Rowley, during a telephone conversation last weekend.

Trinidad has a large Muslim population.

Many of the island's disenfranchised youth have adapted the faith and are attracted to extremist doctrine.

ISIS has released propaganda videos featuring militants with Trinidadian accents to bolster their point. The ghters can be seen training with assault ries and encouraging their countrymen to join them.

American counter-terrorism experts believe that 125 fighters and their relatives have travelled to Turkey from the twin-island republic in the last four years. If those projections are right, it would make Trinidad and Tobago the largest per capita supplier of Islamic fighters to ISIS in the western hemisphere.In August last year, nine Trinidadians were detained before they traveled to Syria, allegedly to join the ranks of ISIS. A Syrian man was also held and accused of attempting to smuggle the Caribbean militants into southern Turkey.

It is not a breach of Trinidad and Tobago law for nationals to enlist in ISIS. But legislators are moving to plug that legal loophole and deter citizens from joining the world's most feared terrorist organization.

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Nurse Power Members of the Hai an American Nurses Associa on (HANA) with Commissioner Darlene B Riggs (Center) in Miramar at the 2nd Annual Health Fair in honor of Black History Month. – Contributed

On Tour GMCVB's 4th Annual Black History Month Heritage & Neighborhood Tour showcased Miami's rich heritage historic landmarks, a rac ons and cultural neighborhoods, at a stop in Virginia Key Beach Park. – Contributed

Miss Dream Castle 2016 Chaquanzha Stephenson, posed for a photo in her Jamaican branded wrap at a visit to Jamaica's iconic a rac on Dunn's River Falls & Park. – Contributed

The Ar stes Reggae Songstress Kris ne Alicia, with manager, David Muir at the Songs from Zion album release party – photo credit: Don Parchment

Retro.Life.Live Stephen “Cat” Coore performed in Pembroke Pines at the Third World concert along with An gua's Reggae Ambassador Cau on, and Kris ne Alicia – photo credit: Go Addy Go Promo ons

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Goldson Spine Smiles Dr. Fidel S. Goldson Jr, Adminstra ve Assistant Kadiann Clarke, and Assistant Manager Patsy Weir take a camera break at the Turn Up the Life celebra on of Dr. Fidel S. Goldson Sr.'s life, a Fidel S. Goldson Founda on fundraising event held at Joy's Ro Delight in Lauderhill. – Contributed

Grand Opening Achsah's Jamaican Bakery and Restaurant grand opening in the City of North Lauderdale with Hai an-American Commissioner Samson Borgelin (center), Mayor Jack Brady, and Commissioner – photo credit: Uriah Benne

Leaders of export Marie Gill, Execu ve Director, launches the MBDA Export Center in partnership with the City of Miami. – Contributed

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Enforcement!

Policies to enforce existing immigration laws across the United States were released on Tuesday by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) – a sign of the federal government's plans to clamp down on illegal immigrants.

While most of the laws existed under the Obama administration, they were mainly applicable to illegal immigrants found guilty of serious crimes.

In the case of this new administration, the enforcement of the policies included in memos issued by the DHS, applies to illegal immigrants who are liable to be detained, convicted and then deported for any criminal offense.

Plans have also been announced to hire 10,000 new immigration and customs agents, and expand the number of detention facilities nationwide.

In this latest clamp down, the DHS policy has been expanded to a wider swath of immigrants. Under the previous administration immediate deportation was applied to immigrants who committed a criminal offense within 14 days of being in the US. In this instance, the measures to be enforced expands to immigrants in the country for up to two years and, unlike the Obama administration which applied the immediate deportation order to people within 100 miles of the border, immediate deportation now applies to illegal immigrants located anywhere in the 50 states.

Another policy that was not the focus of the Obama administration is the 287g program. Under this program, US immigration officials, including ICE and agents that patrol the borders, can utilize the services of local law enforcement officers to help detain immigrants.

According to Miami immigration attorney, Rhonda Bariffe, who is an affiliate of the Florida Immigration Coalition, this measure could have serious implications for municipalities that serve as sanctuary cities. “This is bound to cause conflicts between declared sanctuary cities and federal immigration officials,” she said.

Bariffe also believes the proposed enforcement of the existing

immigration measures will have “a painful impact on South Florida as the region has one of the largest migrant communities in America.” Bariffe, like other immigration advocates, is “very concerned” about the interpretation of the laws. “There are a wide variety of laws. Which of these laws if broken could lead to deportation?”

Following the release of the DHS memo, representatives during a conference call with journalists, indicated that the department did not plan “on mass deportations.” The enforcement of the laws will be a phased process because logistical and legal procedures must be addressed before some measures can be implemented.

On the other hand, it was revealed that the new measures will not have a direct impact on the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program, which Obama created by way of an executive order . DACA paves the way for the legalization of children born in the country to undocumented immigrants or brought to the US as infants.

However, Bariffe said the immigration laws to be enforced would still apply to DACA recipients “if they are determined to have broken criminal laws.”

Immigration fear could seriously impact travel industry IN the wake of new policies by the Donald Trump administration, officials in the Caribbean airline industry are taking a wait and see approach on the possible impact on the sector.

According to Kaye Chong, South Florida representative for the Trinidad and Tobagoowned Caribbean Airlines (CAL), the carrier is monitoring the situation and compiling relevant data.

“I think people are waiting to see how the new immigration policies unfold before deciding to fly to America from the Caribbean, while some people are weary of leaving the US," she said.

Chong added that some travel agencies say reservations with CAL have declined, while an agent in Jamaica indicated that February could be one of the worst months for reservations.

Linda Sasso, a Miami travel broker, said the negative impact of immigration concerns are a ”two way thing” adding that since the start of February, several bookings have been cancelled.

“Most of the cancellations are by greencard holders, who fear being unable to reenter the country from trips overseas," she said.

Sasso referred to a man who booked his family cruise to the Caribbean but cancelled the reservation as he was arrested last week for a traffic violation, and fears being denied entry on his return.

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TT students did not contract HIV through sexual activity Trinidad and Tobago's Education Minister Anthony Garcia says the five students who tested positive for the HIV virus did not get infected through sexual activities but were infected from birth.

“Those students contracted the disease at birth. It had nothing to do with any STD (sexually transmitted diseases) as a result of sexual activity among school children,” Garcia told a recent news conference.

Last week, in an appearance before a Joint Select Committee (JSC) of Parliament, officials from the Ministries of Education and Health confirmed that the five students, aged seven to 11, including three girls were receiving treatment “They will remain in the system unless their health factors should warrant that they should be removed,” said Guidance Officer in Ministry of Education Darlene Smith, noting that the ministry believes in inclusive education and they should be treated in the same manner as other students.

Jamaica's central bank implements measures to discourage hoarding of US dollar The Bank of Jamaica (BOJ) has indicated that it will be moving to discourage Jamaicans from holding large amounts of U.S. dollars.

In the policy change announced on Monday, the BOJ said that will reduce the incentives deposit taking institutions have for keeping U.S. dollar deposits.

The central bank said it will ask financial institutions to put more of the U.S. dollar deposits they have in the Bank of Jamaica.

This aspect of the new policy will take place in two phases, with financial institutions required to put 15 per cent of all U.S. dollar deposits they have in the Bank of Jamaica by April.

Dominica welcomes CCJ ruling on case involving Jamaican entertainer The Dominica government Monday welcomed a ruling by the Trinidad-based Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) dismissing an application filed by local show promoter, Cabral Douglas, in which he accused the government of causing a breach of contract with the Jamaican entertainer Tommy Lee Sparta'.

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The CCJ is the island's highest court and the matter was the first filed since the island in 2015, became a full member of the CCJ that was established in 2001 to replace the London-based Privy Council.

While Douglas has not yet reacted to the ruling handed down by a Five-member panel of Judges headed by the Court's President, Sir Dennis Byron, Dominica's Attorney General, Levi Peter, speaking on the state-owned DBS radio, said Douglas did not meet the criteria for filing the matter before the CCJ, which has both an Appellate and Original Jurisdiction and serves an international tribunal interpreting the Revised Treaty of Chaguaramas (RTC) that governs the regional integration.

Douglas had alleged that the action of the Roosevelt Skerrit government also caused multiple violations of his rights under the RTC, but the CCJ ruled that Douglas had failed to prove a breach of treaty rights which were intended to benefit him directly.

Tommy Lee, 26,whose real name is Leroy Russell, was scheduled to

Tommy Lee Sparta

perform at a concert in February 2014, when on his arrival with three members of his team — Tiasha Oralie Russell, Junior Fraser and Mario Christopher Wallace — they were all denied entry, detained and deported the following day.

The Dominica government said its action was based in the interest of public safety as several organizations, including the Dominica Association of Evangelical Churches, had denounced the artiste's appearance saying his music glorifies Satan and promotes lawlessness and violence.

BARBADOS

Opposition party calls for fresh elections The main opposition Barbados Labor Party (BLP) Wednesday announced plans for a “National March of Disgust” on March 11 as the first step into forcing the Freundel Stuart government to call fresh general elections.

Opposition Leader Mia Mottley told a news conference that Barbadians must now be given an opportunity to have a say in the economic decline of the country and the ongoing battle by the government to dismiss Central Bank Governor Dr. Delisle Worrell.

The High Court is expected to rule on the matter on Thursday. “We will be marching on the afternoon of Saturday, the 11th March 2017, and we call upon all civic minded Barbadians to join with us in sending a message to Freundel Stuart and his cabinet that their style of governance is not cute, but above all else that Barbados cannot bear the weight of the indifference and the incompetence of Freundel Stuart and his cabinet for another 12 months,” Mottley told reporters.

“Ironically, yesterday was the fourth

anniversary of Barbadians going to the polls at the last elections and several commentators have said over the last two weeks and we have sat back and listened to them, including some of their own, this crisis situation is bigger than each of us”.

Mottley said that the BLP is determined “that no one, not even the titular leader of this country must be allowed to stand in the way of the urgent need to stop the hemorrhaging, to stabilize the country and to put us back on the proper path to recovery.

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Do you believe in the death penalty as it relates to violent crimes against children?

Toussaint: Kendall/Jamaica – Against children most definitely. Other than that, I prefer on a case by case decision. Crimes that are planned are different from crimes that happen on the spur of the moment. The key ingredient is once a crime is planned, there should be no forgiveness. This applies (more so) to crimes against anybody who is helpless, as in the elderly.

Franklin: Puerto Rican/Venezuelan heritage – I believe the death penalty should only be used in special circumstances, such as mass murder or terrorism, to qualify for death penalty, anything else should deserve life sentences or lesser penalties because it shows that the person doesn't have respect for life in general, they just want to do bad. If they have no respect for life, they shouldn't be living. It's more about crimes against humanity.

Sally: West Palm Beach – No. Even though my initial reaction is to make the person suffer an unimaginable amount of pain, I don't believe in taking someone's life, period. I've often thought about this issue and have always felt that it wasn't anyone's right (individual or state-sanctioned) to take someone's life.

Why? Just because. As for a form of punishment for heinous crimes, I believe life in prison is a much more appropriate and effective form of justice.

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Kristina: Ft. Lauderdale/Parents from the D.R. – Controversial as it may be, the death penalty may be the only justice and restored sense of security a child victim and their families could ever hope to have. Death may be too gracious of an escape from the true punishment merited by a heinous crime against a child. Moreover, the resources used to support a prisoner during a life sentence would be best spent towards the rehabilitation and recovery of the victim.

Thomas: Coconut Creek/Trinidadian heritage – I believe in the death penalty, it should exist. There are some things that are excusable, but some people are so sick, there's no helping them. They deserve to die because they are sane and intended to kill. Also, the cost to keep them alive is insane. Not for children – at least be 16 or older to be tried as an adult depending on the violence of the case. Children don't have the same adult mindset to be put to death.

Linda: Hallandale/Jamaica – It depends on if the person is actually sane. If it's a kid, maybe we wouldn't kill him, but maybe a long time in jail. If it's a small kid, say a 10-year-old, suppose it's an accident! It's not just 'you kill somebody and get the death penalty'. If it's a crazy teenager who is disorderly and out of control, then yes; if it's somebody that's actually insane, then no. For adults, if it's someone that has common sense and knows what they're doing, then kill 'em.

Barbara: Margate/ Jamaica – Yes. I think you should kill them backside. I believe they should be punished for that kind of crime against children. There are no exceptions that I can think of. They are children! You don't commit a crime against a child; they can't protect themselves and you're an adult! You know better… and you commit a crime against an innocent child?

Unacceptable.

Jordan: Pembroke Pines/German-Italian – I believe the death sentence should be used when a person decides to purposefully take a life. Whether he is a minor or not. It's like a pit bull once it gets the taste for blood, you have to put an end to it before it gets out of hand.

Tatiana: Miami/Turks & Caicos – I don't believe in the death penalty, simply because I think violence (does not) beget violence. An offender needs to face the reality of the acts committed rather than being executed and never fully accepting the pain and trauma their acts have caused. Death solves no problems and violent offenders are granted an “easy escape” leaving behind wounded victims who may view their death as meaningless.

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Immigrants urged to adhere to laws Fear continues to permeate the immigrant community in the United States as the Trump administration intends to impose hard-line immigration policies.

Sometimes, these signals are mixed.

There was the executive order seeking to ban immigrants from seven mostly Muslim countries. Following the cessation of that executive order by a federal appeal court, the administration hit the pause button claiming they are redoing the immigration order.

Last week, during a press conference, President Trump, responding to a question about his plans for the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrival (DACA) program implemented by President Barack Obama, said: “DACA is really hard” as it involves so many children.

His response suggests uncertainty surrounding the program that permits millions of children born in America to undocumented immigrants to live in the country.

The following day, news surfaced of a five-page draft to deploy 100,000 national guards around the country to round-up undocumented immigrants. The administration denied this report.

What is certain; the Trump administration will impose a very stringent anti-immigration policy soon. The core of this policy targets undocumented and documented immigrants that break US laws.

However, the US has a variety of laws. Breaking a law doesn't necessarily mean committing a serious criminal offense. There are tax laws, traffic laws, family laws; laws apply to domestic violence, laws that apply to tenants and landlords, and several others.

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Jet Blue and American Airlines are monitoring the situation. They also believe it is too early to say if there has been a decline in reservations.

“If these immigration policies are as tough as speculated, they'll have a negative impact on airline and cruise travel to and from the Caribbean.

Nobody wants to be denied entry on arriving at a US port,” Sasso noted.

Travelers are also concerned about encountering immigration officials at the airport. This was highlighted by Mycal Trott of West Kendall, who in an interview with the National Weekly, said a relative coming in from Trinidad and Tobago was detained and grilled for almost an hour at the Fort Lauderdale Airport.

"He is an Indo-Trinidadian businessman who has been traveling back and forth between Trinidad and the USA for several years, but was never detained for questioning before. Now he is sceptical of traveling to the US. This will affect the business he operates in Trinidad,” he said.

However, according to US Customs, visitors should not be concerned once their visas are legitimate. All visitors are vetted at the port of entry but some will be questioned more intensely than others.

Persons with legal issues; making frequent visits to the US over short time spans; those who previously overstayed their allotted time; greencard holders who live outside the US for extended periods and not meeting their obligations as permanent residents, may be scrutinized by immigration officials.

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All these, and those that relate to criminal offenses, are laws that anyone can run afoul of. What is unknown is, which of them broken by a non-citizen in South Florida, places them in danger of being sent to the Krome Detention Center to face possible deportation.

This is a very valid concern among immigrants in light of reports of immigrants in other states turning up to report to their probation officers, and people who are stopped for traffic violations, being held and detained for being undocumented.

Another concern is at what point does breaking a law become an offense warranting detention in an immigration detention center. Americans often say, “Everyone is presumed innocent until proven guilty.”

Ironically, the Trump administration's policy to deport immigrants who break laws could create a more law-abiding society. However, the society needs to be told of the laws that if broken, risk immigrants being detained and deported.

This is a matter of great urgency.

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passion to see her students succeed has borne fruit.

Hall is one of ten finalists nominated for the 2017 Varkey Foundation Global Teacher Award. She was selected from a pool of 20,000 nominations and applicants from 179 countries.

In its third year, the US$1 million award is the largest of its kind. The annual event was implemented to recognize an exceptional teacher who has made an outstanding contribution to their profession as well as magnify the role teachers play in the world.

The winner will be announced at the Global Education and Skills Forum in Dubai on March 19.

Hall's first teaching experience was one that most teachers would dread. She was assigned to a class of young males written off as below average with poor literacy skills.

Undaunted, she motivated the class of 30 by establishing a class library, and encouraged her charges to read and deliver a book review on completing each volume.

By the time the boys reached grade 11 they were transformed. Eight of them joined the school choir and another became the school's head-boy.

Her form was also the first automotive class to score a 95 percent pass in Jonathan Grant's history.

Her students have become policemen, scuba divers, hotel managers, chefs, and, naturally, automotive technicians. Hall, as a rule, encourages students to advance to a tertiary institution.

She has taught at various schools with similar success, convincing business leaders in the automotive sector to sponsor scholarships for exceptional students, ensuring they start with a firm foothold in the industry.

The other finalists for the 2017 Varkey Foundation Global Teacher Award are from England, Pakistan, Spain, Brazil, Germany, Canada, Australia, China and Kenya.

Too little too late Miss Hanna?

While Jamaican Member of Parliament and former Youth and Culture minister Lisa Hanna is correct to call for a ban of incarcerated dancehall star Vybz Kartel's music from Jamaican radio, is it a case of too little, too late?

Vybz Kartel, real name Adidjah Palmer, has been the face of Jamaican dancehall music for almost a decade. For half that time, he has languished behind bars.

Mr Palmer, along with fellow deejay Shawn “Shawn Storm” Campbell, Kahira Jones and Andre St John, were charged with the August 16, 2011 murder of their crony, Clive “Lizard” Williams.

He was sentenced to life imprisonment in 2014. That only built his street credibility; his popularity soared even further. The airwaves are bombarded with his new songs, sometimes at the rate of one per week.

This development seemed to have escaped Miss Hanna and her colleagues who were in charge of Jamaica's affairs at the time. In fact, several of Miss Hanna's colleagues including former Security Minister Peter Bunting, were observed 'skanking' to the convicted murderer's music during Jamaica's last election campaign.

I am in full agreement with Miss Hanna's call for the music of convicted felons to be banned. What is questionable is her timing.

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Why after five years of songs from the convict, who under Jamaican law, should never be allowed to produce music behind bars, is she speaking out?

What is needed is not just banning Kartel's music, but for radio stations playing him made to feel the pinch in their pockets if they ignore the edict.

Vybz Kartel could not have done this by himself. Neither is he to be blamed for exploiting loopholes in the penal system. The fault can only lie with the Correctional Services Department, whose staff must have known that something was amiss.

Singer Jah Cure also recorded while he was in prison. However their cases differ.

Jah Cure, whose real name is Sycatore Alcock, had already served most of a 15-year sentence and had been a part of the Tower Street Adult Correctional Center's rehabilitation program. Under that program, inmates are allowed to participate in activities that include utilizing a recording studio, playing music in a prison band or working inside the studio of an in-house radio station.

Mr Palmer is not eligible for the rehabilitation program as his case is still on appeal and he is currently being held on remand until the Appellate Court hands down a ruling.

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be done to find out how Kartel manages to reel off songs so regularly.

“I think we need to get to the root cause of that. I think we need to find out how the songs are made. How they are getting out? Is there corruption in the prison system? And I am not only singling out Kartel alone, I am singling out all persons across the spectrum who are having an imprint on our children's value systems,” Hanna said. She added that, “We need to come to a decision that says in the best interest of our country."

Despite his incarceration, Vybz Kartel, 41, remains the hottest artiste in Jamaica. On

February 19, he won five awards at the Youth View Awards, Jamaica's version of the Teen Choice Awards.

He was recently transferred from a maximum security area of the New Horizon Remand Center to the Tower Street Adult Correctional Center. Law enforcement were concerned about the number of new songs that have been released since he was sentenced three years ago.

He was sentenced to life in prison with the possibility of parole after 35 years for the murder of his former associate, Clive 'Lizard' Williams.

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Haitian authorities urged to respect rights of detainees The Special Representative of the Secretary-General of the United Nations (UNSG) and head of the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti (MINUSTAH), Sandra Honoré, has reiterated her concerns over the deaths of 42 detainees since the start of the year.

“The recurrent lack of food and access to medical care combined with overcrowding,

confinement and poor sanitation and hygiene are unacceptable” she said.

Media reports state that the detainees live in disreputable conditions with no toilet in the cells forcing prisoners to use polystyrene containers that are then thrown out of windows. They also report a lack of lighting, ventilation and that the overpopulation is such that it is not uncommon for four detainees to share a bunk.

Last year 53 people died in detention and the authorities have acknowledged that the 14

deaths in January were due to anaemia, severe anaemia, cardiorespiratory arrest, respiratory distress, pulmonary tuberculosis, hypovolemic shock and gastroenteritis.

In a statement, the Trinidad-born diplomat said that the MINUSTAH had earlier indicated that it is the responsibility of the State to ensure respect for the rights of prisoners and access to basic services.

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Grant from Japan to help UNICEF in Haiti's cholera fight A grant amounting to just over two million US dollars from the Government of Japan will allow the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) to help reduce cholerarelated morbidity and mortality in Haiti in 2017 and 2018.

“With this gift from the Japanese people, we will strengthen the axes of the fight against cholera in the protection of the Haitian population, especially children,” said Marc

Vincent, UNICEF's Representative in Haiti in welcoming the contribution.

“Japan is a key partner and we thank the Japanese people for their continued support,” he added.

Haiti has been dealing with a cholera outbreak since October 2010, nine months after it suffered a devastating earthquake.

The outbreak has affected an estimated 788,000 people and claimed the lives of more than 9,000. Concerted national and international efforts, backed by the United Nations, have resulted in a 90 per cent reduction in the

number of suspected cases.

The US$2.6 million grant will help strengthen the nation's epidemiological coordination and surveillance; and support conducting timely surveys, rapid response teams and case management, as well as improving and increasing awareness of cholera-related hygiene.

According to UNICEF, the cholera epidemic in Haiti continues to be the largest in the western hemisphere. More than 41,000 suspected cases of cholera have been reported throughout Haiti in 2016.

With the new funds, interventions will be

implemented across the country with an emphasis on the cholera-prone departments of Center, North, West, Grand'Anse, Sud (South), and Artibonite.

Japan's Ambassador to Haiti, Yoshiaki Hatta, said the grant had been decided upon a resurgence in suspected cholera cases resulting from the deterioration of the sanitary and hygiene situation caused by rainy seasons or natural disasters.

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Caribbean Women honored

Dr. Fidel Goldson Sr. Women of Distinction honored by Lauderhill Chamber of Commerce remembered Browar County. year's Master of Ceremonies is South Florida's Three influential Caribbean women will be On Saturday, February 18th Goldson Spine and the community converged in Lauderhill at the new Joy's Roti Delight to celebrate Dr. Fidel S. Goldson Sr.'s life.

The Broward County Commission has designated February 22nd as a day to honor Dr. Goldson's work in the community.

This scholarship fundraising event was a rousing success. They collected funds to provide scholarships for Boyd Anderson High, North East High, Dillard High, Alonzo Mourning High, and Kingston College in Jamaica.

Several guests in attendance shared their fond memories of Dr. Fidel S. Goldson Sr. Dr. Goldson Sr. was very well respected in the Broward County community for his efforts to share the importance of community service, education, and living a healthy life. He collaborated with others to promote his mission.

After his passing, Dr. Fidel S. Goldson Sr. Foundation was created to promote the importance of education by providing scholarships to high school students, both locally and aboard.

To honor is legacy, the Foundation hosts, The Dr. Fidel Goldson Sr. Memorial Event and Dr. Fidel S. Goldson Sr. Summer Splash Back to School event annually.

The organizers said both events show their commitment to community and future generations.

The public is welcomed to donate at goldsonfoundation.org, or goldsonspine.com

honored as “Women of Distinction” at the fourth annual Women of Distinction (WOD) Awards Breakfast hosted by the Lauderhill Regional Chamber of Commerce (LRCC), in collaboration with the Florida Panthers on Friday, March 3.

The awards function will be held at the BB&T Center, Sunrise, Florida.

Sandra Carey, (Bahamian descent), is the Deputy Consul General of the Bahamas; Donna Borland, (Jamaican descent), is General Manager at VITAS Healthcare; and Karen Pandy-Cherry, (Belize descent), is President of Refresh Live Foundation. They will be recognized with six other prestigious women for their professional achievements and community contributions. This

television host and attorney Suzette Speaks.

This year's function is being held under the theme “Rise Up!” and the Chamber has selected another group of powerful women who exhibit qualities of strength, excellence, and empowerment. The 2017 LRCC Woman Of Distinction honorees also includes Veda ColemanWright, Public Information Office Director at the Broward Sheriff's Office; Dr. Traci Lynn, Chief Executive Officer of Traci Lynn Jewelry; Nerissa Street, Founder of Be Your Own Answer; Dee Thompson, Chief Executive Officer of Dee Thompson Speaks; Sherry Friedlander-Olsen, Founder of A Child Is Missing, Inc; and Ilene Lieberman, the first Female Strong Mayor in

Melissa P. Dunn, MBA – President of the Lauderhill Regional Chamber of Commerce— is ecstatic about this year's honorees.

“These Caribbean Women of Distinction Honorees represent thousands of women who migrate to this country and achieve the American dream by working hard and serving others while balancing family and career. By honoring them, we are honoring girls who aspire to become them. We are affirming that women can lead and succeed,” Dunn said.

The Lauderhill Regional Chamber of Commerce is a business membership organization dedicated to serving businesses in Lauderhill and throughout Central Broward County.

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Inaugural State of Black Broward on February 28 Issues related to economic development, employment, criminal justice, health and education will be discussed when members of the Broward Black Elected Officials (BBEO) meet on February 28 at an event dubbed the Inaugural state of Black Broward.

Hosted by Broward County Commissioner and BBEO's chairman, Dale Holness , the event will provide members with the opportunity to address issues critical to the Caribbean American community.

“The purpose is to come up with an action plan for the pivotal issues we face and identify clear solutions on how we can work together and bring about real change,” said Holness who added that there is significance in having the event at the AARLCC (African-American Research Library & Cultural Center) as “it is often the center of educational, social, and cultural events, and moreover its celebrating its fifteenth anniversary this year."

Moderated by WHQT Hot 105 FM's Rodney Baltimore, executive producer and co-host of the Tom Joyner Morning Show, panelists will discuss the prevailing issues, seek solutions, develop a plan of action including short and long term goals, and lay out a realistic implementation schedule. Here are the panelists:

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Criminal Justice

U.S. Congressman Alcee Hastings, Commissioner Holness, State Representative Bobby DuBose, Dr. Brenda Snipes, Supervisor of Elections, Commissioner Ken Thurston, City of Lauderhill

Gordon Weekes, Chief Asst. Public Defender, Office of the Public Defender, Chief Dwayne Flournoy, City of Hallandale Beach Police Department, Marsha Ellison, President, NAACP Broward County Chapter, Kimm Campbell, Director, Broward County Human Services, Senator Perry Thurston, and Judge Elijah Williams

Economic Development/Black Business Growth/Increase Net Worth

Education

Sandy Michael McDonald, Director, Office of Economic and Small Business Development, Commissioner Michael Carn, City of Oakland Park, Professor Frank Schnidman, Former Distinguished Professor of Urban and Regional Planning, Florida Atlantic University, Sheryl Dickey, President, Dickey Consulting Services, and Barron Channe, Real Estate Developer

Superintendent Robert Runcie, Broward County Public Schools, President Avis Proctor, Broward College, North Campus, Dr. Rosalind Osgood, Broward County School Board Member, Gwyn Clarke Reed, Mike Olbel, CEO, Team Saving Our Youth, Inc., and Marcus Burgess, VicePresident of Advancement, Florida Memorial University.

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To date the panelists for the health and Housing panels are yet to be finalized, however, Dr. Germaine Baugh, President & CEO, Urban League Broward County has confirmed participation.

Newton Sanon, President & CEO, OIC of South Florida, Carol Hylton, Executive Vice President, Career Source Broward, Lt. Keith Martin, Broward Progressive Firefighters, and Scott Strawbridge, Ft. Laud. Housing Authority.

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t's what, in modern journalism, they call the money shot. Hot pop group The Jackson 5 hanging with a rising Rasta singer named Bob Marley in Jamaica.

The time was March, 1975 when the siblings (Michael, Jackie, Jermaine, Tito and Marlon) came to perform at the National Stadium in Kingston, the Jamaican capital. The show was promoted by Jamaican Chester McCullough who was a South Florida resident.

The Jacksons, accompanied by their mother Katherine, visited several spots in Kingston, including Marley's Hope Road home where they posed for photographs with he and his inner-circle.

Veteran impresario Tommy Cowan met the family at the Sheraton Hotel in Kingston where they were staying. He also attended the show which he remembers as "good, not a big audience, but they (Jacksons) did a really entertaining set."

Bob Marley died in May, 1981 at age 36. Jackson died in June, 2009 at age 50.

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Lauryn Hill had recently split from hip hop supergroup The Fugees and was eager to record a solo album.

It turned to be The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill, released in 1998.

The set was a mega seller, clocking over 19 million units worldwide and winning five Grammy Awards.

Much of 'Miseducation' was recorded in Jamaica at Bob Marley's Tuff Gong studios in Kingston. The cream of reggae's musicians played on it including guitarist Earl 'Chinna' Smith, bassist Chris Meredith, drummer Squiddly Cole, saxophonist Dean Frasier and trombonist Nambo Robinson.

Hill began production on the album in New York and her native New Jersey. In an interview, she said things started to jell when she went to Jamaica.

"When I started recording in New York and New Jersey, lots of people were talking to me about going different routes. I could feel people up in my face, and I was picking up on bad vibes. I wanted a place where there was good vibes, where I was among family, and it was Tuff Gong."

Alicia Keys, Erykah Badu, John Legend and Ne-Yo are other neo-soul artistes who have collaborated with reggae artistes and musicians.

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Before Christians begin 40 days of self-denial and sacrifice during the Lenten season beginning on Ash Wednesday, March 1, several Caribbean Islands will celebrate one of the Caribbean's more spirited entertainment event – Carnival. Nowhere in the Caribbean is Carnival more exhilarating, more colorful, more fun, than in Trinidad and Tobago.

next Monday and Tuesday, those who arrive in Trinidad over the weekend and bring the children with them, can take in the Kiddies Carnival which starts at 11:00 am on Saturday at the Queens Park Savannah in Port-auSpain, the central location for Carnival events. Later that evening, visitors will be in for a unique thrill at the Panorama National Finals also at the Savannah, where large and medium steel orchestras will be thrilling the crowd with phenomenal steel pan music as they vie for the title.

On Sunday, there is a wide variety of events across the land, but for those who are unconcerned of the realities

by Vanessa James Before Christians begin 40 days of self-denial and sacrifice during the Lenten season beginning on Ash Wednesday, March 1, several Caribbean Islands will celebrate one of the Caribbean's more spirited entertainment event – Carnival.

Nowhere in the Caribbean is Carnival more exhilarating, more colorful, more fun, than in Trinidad and Tobago.

It is believed the first celebration of modern Carnival in the Caribbean originated in Trinidad & Tobago in the late 18th century when French immigrants brought the Masquerade tradition with them to the islands.

According to legend, slaves who were emancipated in 1838, used carnival rituals to commemorate their sufferings on the plantations and at the same time lampooned the lifestyle

of their former masters through costumed characters. From T&T, Carnival spread to the other Caribbean islands like Haiti.

For decades. the annual Trinidad and Tobago Carnival, begins with plans and events from early January, peaking on the Monday and Tuesday before Ash Wednesday.

Visitors from all over the world descend on Trinidad and Tobago every year to celebrate Carnival, primarily for the last two days, which are described as a celebration of life, color and the artistry of the people of Trinidad. It is usual for those who visit Carnival, even for multiple times, to praise the festivities especially the colorful costumes worn by various bands, and the pulsating rhythm of calypso, steel drums, and soca, as an experience they cannot forget.

Visitors to Carnival are advised to be well rested before going down to

Trinidad for the fun as they say “never stop, and you can 'grine and wine' till you drop.” This is no idle advice, as during the build up to the climax, men and women of all ages, races, and colors wine through the streets, drinking rum under the sun and under the stars.

Before the highlight of Carnival

of not getting sufficient rest before the grand two-day celebrations, they can take in the Dimanche Gras, which is the King and Queen Competition finals, also at Queens Park Oval.

Thousands line the streets in Port-au-Spain and other major cities like San Fernando and Point Fortin from all walks of life to experience

Carnival Monday and Tuesday; the grand finale where months of preparation and artistry are displayed for the world to see.

The big event which officially kicks off Carnival on Monday morning is J'Ouvert (or "day break") which starts at 3am at Queen's Park Savannah, ending after sunrise. This is a mass party like no other, referred to as “dutty mas” where revelers parade with painted bodies covered in mud, oil coca or many other forms of body paint, as they jam to calypso and soca music.

While people jam till the wee hours of the morning, street vendors serve the ever popular "doubles", bake and shark and corn soup and steel pan and rhythm percussion sections continuously play the latest soca tunes of the season.

Those going to carnival to participate in Tuesday's grand parade, Masquerade or "Mas" as it is commonly called, can join one of the all-inclusive bands like Tribe, Bliss, Fantasy, Yuma or Ronnie and Caro.

With hundreds of bands to choose from, carnival revelers have their pick based on the vibe, costumes, or social setting they prefer.

Young and old alike have made Trini carnival a staple travel destination for good reason. Whether you go for the popular (fetes) or allinclusive parties, the delicious cuisine, the Mas or just the overall Carnival experience, be sure to give yourself at least a week to take in the unlimited vibes and soak in the sweet TNT culture. There's truly nothing like it on earth.

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Doesn't it seem like just yesterday South Floridians were celebrating Christmas, Kwanzaa and the New Year's holidays? In fact, time ies because in a few days, students from colleges across Florida and other states will be descending on the region to enjoy their annual spring break. With its sunny weather, miles of unending beaches, abundance of hotel rooms, rich night life, and eclectic cuisine, South Florida is a traditional primary destination for spring beakers every year. Soon there will be interesting images of young people, some scantily dressed in tweeny-weeny bikinis, and cut-off shorts frolicking on the streets and sand of the region's beaches.

The Spring Break period lasting from the end of February throughout most of March is a season that South Florida's resort industry anticipates as I's a grand opportunity to bring in significant revenue. One of the unique characteristics of Spring Break in South Florida is that students attending colleges in the region are able to mingle with students from other parts of the state and other states.

So, for those students right here in this magical region of the United States who want to enjoy Spring Break in their back yards, so to

speak, here are some tips for having a grand time on Miami/South Beach, Fort Lauderdale Beach and Key West.

Miami/South Beach In addition to the attraction of the beach, a powerful attraction for spring breakers is the historic Art Deco District of South Miami Beach. The Art Deco is famous for it's chic sidewalk cafes, trendy restaurants and clubs which offer continuous partying.

This year a special feature of Spring Break, between March 21st and 24th, is Winter Music Festival 2017, one of, if not, the largest dance music event in the country.

This will be the 31st anniversary of the festival which attracts top international artists, DJs and record labels, and usually involves up to forty events staged at different night clubs and hotels.

For those who plan to enjoy Spring Break on Miami Beach/South Beach they are reminded the minimum age for entering most clubs is 21, and if they look too young, documentation will be recruited to prove their age. Some bars will admit patrons who are at least 18, but the bars and clubs on the Beach are very strict on ID. This year Miami Beach officials have placed a ban on coolers, tents, inflatable devices on the beach, and having alcohol drinks on the sand.

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Fort Lauderdale Beach Gradually, Fort Lauderdale is competing as a popular Spring Break destination. Some visitors have attested to prefer spending the holiday break on 2017 because the venue is less crowded than Miami/South Beach. On the other hand, some spring-breakers says they prefer partying on Miami Beach because of tight regulations in Fort Lauderdale.

One of more popular spots along the Fort Lauderdale Beach is the "Strip" which refers to the span of beach and A1A, between Las Olas Blvd to Sunrise Blvd, with its many clubs, bars, and restaurants..

Like Miami Beach, alcoholic beverages are prohibited on the Fort Lauderdale Beach, and the legal age to enter and drink in a bar is 21. Visitors are urged to bring among their eligible ID to enjoy the bars and clubs included those located on Cooley Hammock (SW 2nd Street); the Elbo Room.

Other increasingly popular entertainment areas on Fort Lauderdale Beach are RiverWalk where there are several clubs and restaurants, and the entertainment district that is located on Las Olas Boulevard.

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The general ambiance of Key West is different from the more urban ambiance of Miami/South Beach and Fort Lauderdale Beach. For Spring Breakers who would love to spend Spring Break outside the US, but for whatsoever reason can't, spending the welcome break in Key West is like leaving the US and visiting a Caribbean Island. It's a place to witness phenomenal sunsets, while reveling in live music, great food, and tropical drinks.

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Caribbean Airlines passengers travelling into Port of Spain, Trinidad from New York, Toronto, Grenada, Barbados and Georgetown were treated to an extra special welcome on arrival at the Piarco International Airport terminal on Wednesday morning.

The unique Caribbean welcome is part of the regional airlines annual Carnival Customer Appreciation, Welcome to the Warmth of the Islands initiative.

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Trinidad and Tobago's world-famous Carnival as an event which pulls thousands of visitors to the twin island republic yearly, the airline is moving to enhance the experience.

For Trinidad and Tobago Carnival 2017, Caribbean Airlines will operate over 250 International and regional flights, bringing

approximately 30,000 passengers into Port of Spain.

Arriving Passengers were welcomed by Caribbean Airlines' Invaders Steel Orchestra, host Patrick 'Hypeman' Alexis along with a live DJ, and old time Carnival Characters including the Dame Lorraine and Moko Jumbie.

The sumptuous fare known as doubles is a must have while in the country and visitors were treated to complimentary doubles and the traditional “Red” soft drink, as well as Carnival Care packages, which included 'Carnival Safety Tips' provided by the Trinidad and Tobago Police Service.

Lucky passengers also won airline tickets and passes to Carnival parties and events.

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Security concerns prompt Chris Gayle to opt out of PSL nal in Lahore West Indies batting superstar Chris Gayle is among several high profile players that have refused to travel to Lahore for the Pakistan Super League (PSL) final.

Security concerns were recently raised about playing cricket in the country after a February 13 suicide bombing, in Lahore, which resulted in 13 people dead.

However, following a meeting between the

teams and PSL organizers a decision was made that the final would still take place in the capital.

Some 50 cricketers have reportedly expressed their desire to participate in the final game, if their team qualifies. The PCB will offer between US$10,000 dollars and US$50,000 in addition to player salaries in order to attract international players.

The promise of big bucks seems not enough to convince the swashbuckling batsman, who along with Karachi Kings teammates Kumar Sangakkara and Mahela Jayawardene have already said that they will not travel to the city.

SPORTS

Wayne Rooney

In a statement published by the club's official website, Rooney was quoted as saying, "Despite the interest which has been shown from other clubs, for which I'm grateful, I want to end recent speculation and say that I am staying at Manchester United."

With Manchester United still competing in four competitions, FA Cup, English Football League (EFL), English Premiere League (EPL) and in Europe in the Europa League, Rooney thinks is bet is to stay at the club in what he calls exciting times.

“I hope I will play a full part in helping the team in its fight for success on four fronts, he

BUZZFEED

Team Haiti bounces back with 2-1 win over Fort Lauderdale Blazers Team Haiti returned to winning ways with a 2-1 win over Fort Lauderdale Blazers at the Lauderhill Sports Park in the Caribbean American Soccer Association (CASA) Super League on Saturday, February 18. In their last match Team Haiti came out on the losing end to Lauderhill Juniors by the same margin. In the Masters League, Lauderdale FC got the better of Creekers Masters 2-0, while Chapel Trail beat Rock Island FC 4-2.

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Rooney says no to Chinese Super League Wayne Rooney has pledged his future to Manchester United after widespread speculation he was set to follow in the footsteps of other European players with a move to the Chinese Super League.

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Manager Jose Mourinho was also quoted as saying he would never sell the United legend and that Rooney would be the one to decide if he stays or goes.

The 31-year-old club captain has not seen many starts this term having fallen down the pecking order he is likely to see more action with United's hectic schedule and injury to other players.

Lauderhill T20 bowls off The City of Lauderhill in South Florida is known as Cricket Capital of the United States of America and its long-standing T20 Night Cricket tradition continues for the 15th year starting on Saturday, February 25, 2017 at the Lauderhill Sports Park.

Teams representing the Combined Islands, Guyana, India, Jamaica, Pakistan and Trinidad & Tobago will compete for the 2017 Championship Trophy.

The traditional tournament All-Star game featuring the North Invitational Youth XI against South Invitational Youth XI will bowl off the tournament while the first competition fixture will be a clash of last year’s semi-finalists, Jamaica and Guyana.

Jamaica will be seeking to reverse the results from last year after persistent heavy showers left the Lauderhill Sports Park outfield in unplayable condition. The match was declared abandoned and Guyana advanced to the finals due to a better net run rate.

Jamaica will be captained by Steven Taylor who recently returned from representing the Jamaica Scorpions in the just concluded West Indies Regional Super50 Tournament.

On Saturday, March 4, 2017 the Combined Islands will play India followed by Guyana versus Trinidad and Tobago.

WICB boss says no let up on NOC fees President of Cricket West Indies, Dave Cameron, is adamant that the regional governing body will stick to its guns on the controversial levy on fees being charged to grant Non Objection Certificates (NOCs) for regional players wishing to play in global Twenty20 leagues.

Cameron insisted that the issue of the NOC fees had already been discussed at International Cricket Council (ICC) board level.

However, several Council members are yet to agree to the measures and had proposed further discussion before its implementation.

The CWI president will not relent however and insisted that the proposal is not one the organization is willing to back away from.

Trinidad's Dylan Carter sets 50-yard freestyle pool record Trinidad and Tobago's Dylan Carter set a new pool record in the 50-yard freestyle on Saturday as the University of Southern California defeated Utah 181-118.

Carter stopped the clock in 19.42 seconds, besting the 2012 pool record of Olympian Russian Vladimir Morozov. The victory was Carter's 10th individual collegiate victory for the season. Carter's 19.32 in the 50-yard freestyle is the 11th fastest time in the Pac-12 conference while his time in the 100-yard freestyle – 42.14 – is ranked fourth. His best ranking is in the 200-yard freestyle – 1:32.61 which is the second fastest time. His best time in the 100-yard butterfly – 45.27 – is the fourth fastest.

Leicester City fires Ranieri Struggling English Premier League team, Leicester City Football Club has fired head coach, Claudio Ranieri after over one and a half years in charge. Ranieri led the club to a historic Premier League trophy last season, the first in the club's history, and into the knockout stages of the 2016/17 UEFA Champions League, where they are looking to fight back from a 2-1 first-leg defeat by Sevilla in the Round of 16. Leicester City's Premier League form has suffered season. The club is 17th in the league, just one point above the dreaded relegation zone, with 13 matches left to play.

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Elaine Thompson leads Jamaican sweep of Birmingham indoor 60 meters Reigning Olympic 100m and 200m champion, Elaine Thompson, set a personal best and world-leading 6.98 seconds to lead a Jamaican sweep in the 60 meter sprint at the Birmingham Brand Prix last Saturday.

Thompson's time was the eighth-fastest time ever. She was followed by compatriots Gayon Evans (7.12 secs) and Christania Williams (7.18).

The race was Thompson's professional debut on the track and field circuit for this year.

She had previously anchored a MVP Track Club 4X100 meters relay team to victory at the

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Milo Western Relays in Montego Bay, Jamaica a week before.

In the men's 60 meters, the Jamaican duo of Everton Clarke (6.58 secs) and Julian Forte (6.59) could only manage fourth and fifth, respectively. The event was won by the American Robbie Baker (6.55), followed by St Kitts and Nevis' Kim Collins (6.58) and Great Britain's Richard Kilty (6.58).

Another Jamaican, Megan Simmons was eighth in the final of the women's 60m hurdles in 8.24 seconds. The race was won by the USA's Christina Manning (7.83 secs), with second

Kieran Powell returns to Windies line-up, Marlon Samuels left out It's a tale of two West Indies batsmen. One, Kieran Powell, is back with the West Indies team after a two-year hiatus, while the other, Marlon Samuels, finds himself left at home and will have to watch the action from the stands as the West Indies embark on a three match limited overs series against England starting March 3 at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in Antigua.

Powell, who had taken a break from cricket, and even tried his hand at playing Major League Baseball in the United States, last played for the West Indies in June of 2014. Now he has earned himself a recall.

He re-entered the fold largely due to an outstanding batting performance in the Regional Super50 for the Leeward Islands.

Powell amassed 513 runs at an average of 64, to claim the Batsman of the Tournament award. His knocks included three tons and two half-centuries and propelled his team that had started the tournament as underdogs, to the semi-finals.

Powell's return to first class cricket was stymied by an altercation with then Director of Cricket, Richard Pybus in 2015, but that is now water under the bridge and Powell is part of a 15-man squad that has begun training in Antigua ahead of the much anticipated clash with England.

Meanwhile, prolific batsman Marlon Samuels, has been omitted from the West Indies' line up.

Samuels was cleared to return to bowl in international cricket by the ICC last week. His last appearances were in October before being dropped for a tri-series in Zimbabwe.

Samuels had clashed with England bowler Ben Stokes at the World T20 final in India last year and his absence means the two will not get a chance to mend fences. Samuels' batting heroics in that match earned him the man of the final award and his team a historic victory.

The West Indies selectors have also left out the experienced trio of Suleman Benn, Johnson Charles and Sunil Narine. The hosts have been given a good chance to win the series by former West Indies and Guyana fast bowler, Colin Stuart.

Despite being ranked 9th in the rankings the West Indies have put in several encouraging performances in the ODI format, particularly in the Caribbean. England have struggled in the format as of late, handily defeated by India last month.

While expecting a competitive series Stuart expects the team to find added motivation to hand the English another series defeat. They are ranked fifth.

“These are professional cricketers and they have the capability of doing well at the highest level; this is a good bunch of guys who should be highly enthusiastic to beat England,” Stuart told the Guyana Times.

going to her countrywoman Sharika Nelvis (7.94) and Australia's Sally Pearson (7.96).

Meanwhile, four-time Olympic champion Britain's Mo Farh marked his final race indoors by winning the 5,000 metres in a new European record time of 13 minutes 9.16 seconds.

Farah, who won gold in the 5,000m and 10,000m at both the London 2012 and Rio 2016 Games, plans to retire from all track events to concentrate on road-racing after the World Championships in London in August.

Former fast bowler backs West Indies to shine against England Former West Indies and Guyana fast bowler, Colin Stuart, is backing the West Indies cricket team to shine in the upcoming one day series against England.

The West Indies team will begin the three-match limited overs series against England in Antigua and Barbuda on March 3rd.

Despite being currently 9th in the rankings the West Indies have put in several encouraging performances in the ODI format, particularly in the Caribbean.

England have struggled in the format as of late, handily defeated by India last month. While expecting a competitive series Stuart expects the team to find added motivation to hand the English another series defeat. They are ranked fifth in the world.

“These are professional cricketers and they have the capability of doing well at the highest level; this is a good bunch of guys who should be highly enthusiastic to beat England,” Stuart told the Guyana Times.

“I'm confident the West Indies will do well against England once they play consistent cricket in both departments; the bowlers will have to deliver, while the batsmen must show great focus,” he added.

The West Indian team will be without key experienced players including star batsman Chris Gayle, banned all rounder Andre Russell and brothers Dwayne and Darren Bravo.

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