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Jamaican-American student killed in Miami Gardens Miami Gardens police are actively investigating the shooting death of 23-year-old Jamaican-American Alexandra Dean who was caught in the crossfire of gun shots while attending a house birthday party in Miami Gardens last Saturday night.

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New leadership for St. Lucia Allen Chastanet new PM of St. Lucia Dean

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Dean who recently graduated from the nursing degree program at Nova Southeastern University, had arrived at the party at 40 NE 212 Terrace when a fight erupted outside the house.

During the fight someone fired shots, killing Dean shortly before 9 p.m.

Maxine Terrelong, a Miami Garden resident, bemoaned the “senseless killing” of Dean and other young people in the city. “She was out at a party, just enjoying life, and a bullet ended her promising life.”

Dean's mother, Pauline Dean, who was attending her father's funeral in Jamaica when she received news of her daughter's death, said “It's devastating and difficult to come to terms that Alex has been killed.” Dean said her daughter was very committed to her goal to be a nurse. “She studied hard for her recent exams, and I often told her to focus on her education, study hard, eat, and rest. I was surprised she was at a party and was shot, but learned she was influenced to attend the party by a friend.” Mrs. Dean said Alexandra lived with her and her father, Raymond, in their Miami Gardens home, and when she looks at her daughter's photo “the pain is unbearable.”

One of Dean's former class mates at Nova, giving her name only as Twiggy, said “Alexandra was the last person I would imagine to be killed violently. She was quiet, no-nonsense, really focused on being a nurse. I can only say she was at the wrong place at the wrong time.” continues on B4 – Girl killed

In general elections held in St. Lucia on Monday, the main opposition United Workers Party (UWP) led by economist Allen Chastanet denied Prime Minister Dr. Kenny Anthony an opportunity of leading his St. Lucia Labour Party (SLP) to a second consecutive five-year term in office.

Preliminary results showed the UWP winning 11 of the 17 seats at stake, reversing the results of the 2011 general election, when the SLP won by the same margin. Anthony who conceded defeat said he would not be opposition leader nor leader of the SLP. In a statement, Anthony congratulated the UWP, noting “on all accounts this was a convincing victory. It is clear there was a major national swing against the SLP. I wish the people continues on B6 – New leadership

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Diaspora to attend CaribbeanAmerican Legislative Week Members of the Diaspora from across the U.S. will head to D.C. for the annual CaribbeanAmerican Legislative Week, set for June 19 to 24.

Hosted by the Institute of Caribbean Studies (ICS) in honor of Caribbean American Heritage Month, the week-long events will include a special White House Briefing and the Legislative Forum on Capitol Hill. The South Florida region will be represented by ICS board member Roxanne Valies and local businessman and former Guyanese diplomat, Wesley Kirton, among others.

This year's delegation will focus on multiple

concerns related to the community, including campaigning Congress to pass a bill sponsored

by Democratic Congressman Eliot Engel calling for the State Department to work more closely with the Caribbean Diaspora in the U.S. continues on B4 – Diaspora in D.C.

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Tasty Treat This mixologist represen ng the U.S. Virgin Islands presents his unique concoc on at the recent Bartender of the Year showdown at the annual Taste of the Caribbean Culinary compe on in Miami.

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Patron of the Arts Consul General of Jamaica in Miami, Franz Hall, shares a moment with locally-based Trinidadian ar st Brian Wong Won, at the recent opening program for CaribbeanAmerican Heritage Month 2016 at the Miami-Dade College, North Campus. Contributed Photo.

Golden Accolades Caribbean Na onal Weekly’s Hugh Ferguson receives the Lauderhill Chamber of Commerce's 2016 Man of Dis nc on award from Chamber President Melissa Dunn (L) and Past President Maria Munro. Contributed Photo.

Giving Back Volunteers from VITAS Healthcare are all smiles as they pack 101,088 MannaPacks for children in Hai at the Food for the Poor “Join the Pack” event at the Advent Lutheran Church in Boca Raton. Contributed.

The Final Touch Chef Miguel Saragoza of Team Bonaire puts the final touches on his dish at the recent Taste of the Caribbean Culinary tournament in Miami. Contributed photo.

Power Talk Awardees of the Lauderhill Chamber of Commerce's 2016 Men of Dis nc on sit down to talk business at the recent discussion panel held at the Lauderhill Performing Arts Center. (L-R) Awardees Jerome Hutchinson Jr., Hugh Ferguson, Basil Phillips, Howard Berger and Panel MC John Beckford. Contributed Photo.

Got so much Soul City of Miramar Mayor Wayne Messam joins in on the fun, cu ng the ribbon along with the team of the newly opened Soulfully Good Restaurant and Lounge in Miramar.

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Lymin' Time Couple Lindell Douglas and Cherly Levy are all smiles at the recent opening of the new Dutch Pot Jamaican Restaurant branch in Lauderdale Lakes. Contributed Photo – Marcelle Jones.

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South Floridians’ salaries increase Dr. Garth A. Rose Predictions that South Florida's lowsalary cycle would break has finally become true, as forecasted by Dr. Rupert Rhodd, Caribbean-American economist at Florida Atlantic University. The demand for more qualified jobs may have outstripped the supply of workers on the job market, according to recent data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

The Bureau reports an increase of 3.5 percent in wages in South Florida, compared to an increase of 2 percent for the rest of the nation in 2015. Local unemployment has now settled at 5 percent. “Now the economy is

improving, job demand is growing, less qualified workers are available, so wages and salaries are rising,” said Dr. Rhodd in a recent interview. “The region's workers have reason to be optimistic.”

South Florida has also received a boost from the relocation of several major companies, attracted by favorable tax incentives. “These companies need qualified workers with experience, and are competing for these workers with higher salaries.”

Salary increases still depend on the individual's qualifications and the type of job. Lydia Small, a college graduate with five years' experience in social media marketing, received a 4 percent salary increase in 2016,

compared to 1.5 in 2013. But Ralston Lindwall, a clerk in a South Florida call center, received an average increase of only 2 percent annually for the past three years.

Miami employment consultant and a former human resources officer for South-East Bank in Miami, Lynford Dinall, said another important factor is that “more people in their late 50s and 60s are retiring from the work force, and employers have to offer decent salaries in jobs in several sectors including healthcare, finance, business, technology and marketing.”

Fellow local employment recruiter, Maria Gupte, says not only are employers

offering higher salaries, “but applicants have become bolder in their salary demands, as they realize the demand for workers have increased.

Two years ago and experienced secretary would settle for jobs paying as low as $12 per hour.

Now they want at least $15 to $18 per hour and can get this salary, once they meet the requirements.”

Unfortunately, says Gupte, salaries and increases are still comparatively low for unskilled workers in restaurants, retail, call centers and collection agencies.

“Increases in these salaries hover around 1.5 to 2.5 percent, but some companies make up for the small increase by offering incentives like higher commission and bonuses based on job performance ad achievement.”

Three South Floridians among 42 prisoners commuted by Obama Three South Floridians were among the 42 Americans whose prison sentences were commuted last week by President Barack Obama. Most of the individuals will be released from prison on October 1. All the prisoners were serving sentences for non-violent drug offenses.

The move is part of the Obama administration's ongoing efforts to push reform for the nation's criminal justice system. Obama has commuted the sentences of 348 prisoners during his two terms, more individuals than the past 7 presidents combined.

The prisoners were sentenced “under

outdated and unduly harsh sentencing laws,” said a statement from the White House. “The individuals receiving a presidential commutation have more than repaid their debt to society and earned this second chance…The president remains committed to using his clemency power throughout the remainder of the Administration to give more deserving individuals that same second chance.”

The three South Floridians include Darran Lamar Moore, of Miami, who was imprisoned for life in 2005 for owning and intending to distribute cocaine. Ronald Gregory Farah, of Boca Raton was sentenced for life in prison in 1997 for smuggling and distributing marijuana.

Ronald Glinton of Boynton Beach has also been

serving a life sentence since 1993 for a variety of cocaine charges, including intent to distribute, conspiracy to manufacture and possession.

Members of South Florida's legal fraternity have spoken out in support for the commutation.

“None of these men or women committed any violent crime, injured or killed anyone, and most have served over 20 years,” says Miami Legal Aid attorney Manuel Bayliss. “Nine of the Floridians were serving life sentences, which are too harsh for non-violent crimes. My fervent hope is the next president will follow Obama's lead in trying to implement a fairer and merciful judicial system.”

Since taking office in 2008 Obama has

sought to lower the sentences for some crimes, including drug related crimes. Before leaving office in 2015 Attorney General Eric Holder had sanctioned reduction in sentences for minor possession of drugs, including marijuana.

The White House statement also urged for legislative reform to address the life sentences for non-violent offenses.

“There remain thousands of men and women in federal prison serving sentences longer than necessary, often due to overly harsh mandatory minimum sentences,” said the statement. “That is one reason it's critical that both the House and the Senate continue to cooperate on a bipartisan basis to get a criminal justice reform bill to the President's desk.”

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PM Rowley calls truce with Jamaica

No debate cost PNP the win, says report

Trinidad and Tobago's Prime Minister Dr. Keith Rowley and Jamaica's Prime Minister Andrew Holness have agreed to bring to an end the ongoing dispute between both countries concerning immigration.

Relations between the two Caribbean Community (CARICOM) member states have been strained over the decision of Port of Spain to deport a number of Jamaicans whom they said would have been a charge on the state for their stay.

“The Jamaican Prime Minister and I agreed that the time has come that this matter be put to bed by the voice of T&T speaking directly to the people of Jamaica. I propose to do so myself,” Rowley told reporters at a press conference upon his return from Cuba where he attended the summit of the

Association of Caribbean States (ACS).

The stance taken by immigration officials prompted several Jamaicans to call for a boycott of Trinidadian products. Rowley however, said he met with Holness and other Jamaican officials, who accepted the position of twin-island republic that “there is no policy of discrimination against Jamaicans in T&T.” Describing the dispute as unproductive and negative, Rowley said it would not be tolerated, especially by those who think they can prosper by “the fanning of these flames.”

“I want to reiterate as Prime Minister of T&T that we have absolutely no intention to allow our relationship with Jamaica to fester and to become a sore,” he said.

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The decision by former prime minister Portia Simpson Miller not to participate in a national debate may have cost the then ruling People's National Party (PNP) the election, according to a committee set up to examine the party's defeat.

The Julian Robinson committee was established to conduct a formal assessment of the party's electoral loss. It presented its report to PNP executive members last Monday, but has not yet been made public. But both major newspapers have quoted extensively from the report that showed the PNP entered the election campaign with unresolved issues among members of its leadership.

The report is said to be critical of the PNP's leadership regarding the timing of the election, with one newspaper reporting that “the report does not name the persons who should shoulder the blame, but anyone who reads it would know at whose feet the blame should be laid.”

Regarding the decision not to participate in the debate, there is the criticism that even after JLP leader Andrew Holness had answered questions regarding the consecution of his home, the PNP stuck to its position of not participating in the debates, a decision that the committee described as “fatal.”

The committee also said it found that campaign management meetings were infrequent, with not a sufficient mix of younger people involved in the leadership of the campaign.

It also indicated that the PNP's message of economic management “did not convey any hope of ease to the challenging economic circumstances of the electorate,” and any attempt to provide an ease to the lower socioeconomic group was not evident.

The Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) won the February 25 general election by a one-seat majority in the 65-member Parliament.

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Grenada pledges action against American investor Charles Liu The Government is promising to take “appropriate action” against investor Charles Liu who acquired citizenship under the country's “Citizen By Investment” program. Officials have agreed to cooperate over the investigation into his alleged fraud scheme.

“Through our diplomatic channels, the Government of Grenada continues to monitor the situation, to communicate with all diplomatic and other sources, and continues to fully engage mutual cooperation with all the parties concerned,” said a government statement. “The Government of Grenada stands ready to take the appropriate action as the facts are ascertained.”

Liu, who also committed to a multi-milliondollar tourism project in Mt. Hartman, Grenada last year, has been charged with violating U.S. anti-fraud laws. Along with partner Xin “Lisa” Wang, Liu has been charged

by The Securities and Exchange Commission for running a visa scheme misusing two-thirds of the US $27 million raised from dozens of Chinese investors seeking visas.

According to the SEC, the funds were to be invested in a cancer treatment facility, a project that would have helped Chinese investors obtain permanent U.S. immigration visas under a federal program known as EB-5. However, the funds were reportedly transferred to three firms in China, including one in which Liu is chief executive and chairman. Some US$7million allegedly went into the couple's personal accounts. And no construction has started at the proposed facility site more than 18 months after the couple began taking investments.

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Talk UP Are the parents to be blamed for the toddler wandering into the Gorilla exhibit at the Cincinnati Zoo? Devine – Miramar, FL. I think that the entire situation was unfortunate, but unless I had all the information, I would not be able to determine if the parents had a hand to play in the boy getting into the exhibit. I have children and I keep a very watchful eye on them whenever we are in public places. I literally keep them on a leash. Every parent has to be vigilant. Zoos are big and crowded places. Although it is true that children can slip away without a moment's notice, the responsibility of keeping the child safe belonged to his parents.

Ricardo - Miramar, FL. I can't say that there was gross negligence, but there was some form of negligence involved. Not enough to warrant charges being filed against the parents though. It can happen to anyone. Kids move quickly. I have children and they can be in one place then the next in the blink of an eye. There should be shared responsibility between the parents and the zoo, because the fact that a child could access the Gorilla's exhibit with the ease with which he did is unacceptable on the part of the zoo.

Orkisha – Coral Springs, FL. I don't think that the parents were to blame. I have young children and I completely understand what can happen when you look away for a quick second.

Obviously, as parents, we do our best to ensure our children's safety, but accidents happen and unfortunately children are sometimes the victims of these accidents. Unless there was evidence that she was absolutely negligent and did nothing to secure her child after realizing that he was missing and in harm's way then she should not have to answer to charges.

Karen - West Park, FL. I don't think that the parents are to be blamed and the thought of filing charges against them is going too far. Even if you are watching your child, they can still get away. I have three daughters and many years ago one of my daughters decided to play hide and seek with me in the mall without my knowledge. When I finally found her she was hiding under some clothes. I understand how scary these situations can be.

Antonio – Miami Gardens, FL. They are partly to blame, but things happen.

Nobody is perfect. This could have happened to anyone. I have four children. They have never gotten away from me because I don't play that, but I understand how it could have easily happened to anyone.

Danny – Tamarac, FL If you have children you know that they can go anywhere in a quick minute. This was an accident that could happen to anyone. If there was evidence of negligence then I could understand them bringing charges against the parents, but this was just an unfortunate accident. I have children and once my child got away from me and was on the verge of jumping into some murky, deep water. I had to literally throw myself at him to prevent him from going in.

Charlene – Miami Gardens, FL. It's not the fault of the parents. Kids sometimes get away from you. I taught school for many years so I know how quickly they can move. I have six children and I thank God that I have never had anything like this happen to me. I think that the mother was doing the best that she could. I totally understand how easily these situations can occur.

Earl – Miami Gardens, FL. The parents were negligent and charges should be brought against them. You have to keep your eyes on your children at all times. They are always going to wander off, want to wander off, want to get into all kinds of things, but you have to pay attention.

There are lots of predators and crazy people out there. I have children and they have never gotten away from me in public.

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Ali was the “Greatest,” with a social conscience With the passing of Muhammad Ali, America lost not only another outstanding African-American, but the world one the world’s most influential advocates. Although Ali's fame was directly associated with his years dominating boxing, his influence transcended the sport to reach people of all races and creeds around the world.

It's a pity those under age 40 were not around to experience Ali's particular influence in the 1960s and 1970s. He was brash and cocky, but backed up these traits by his strength and prowess in and outside the boxing ring.

Ali blasted political correctness even before it became a popular term. During the Vietnam War, when American young men were being drafted to serve, he was brave enough to refuse to go to war, as a conscientious objector. “How could he do this?” the entire nation asked. “Surely, he'll be prosecuted,” was the fear of many. This was 1966 and it was unheard of for a black man, regardless of his national stature or fame, to publicly flout official authority. But he remained steadfast in his opposition to the war and his refusal to “kill innocent people.”

Despite being stripped of his world heavyweight boxing title, banned from boxing and vilified, he remained steadfast in his anti-war stance and helped spark the national anti-war movement of the period. Remarkably, and appropriately, in 2005 he was honored by former President George W. Bush for his anti-war stance and awarded the U.S. medal of freedom.

His accomplishment as a boxer will also be renowned. He dethroned the seemingly unbeatable World Heavyweight Champion Sonny Liston in 1964. He retook his stripped title from George Foreman in the “Rumble in the Jungle” in 1974. He famously lost his title to Joe Frazier, then regained

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it. The many victories he so poetically and brashly predicted, escalated his fame worldwide. Other sport legends like sprinter Jesse Owen, tennis star Arthur Ashe, basketball's Michael Jordan, and more recently swimmer Michael Phelps, basketballer LeBron James and sprinter Usain Bolt are outstanding, but none have displayed the charisma that Ali had, nor generated such worldwide influence.

When he traveled internationally, including to Jamaica in 1974, his presence was hailed by large, almost fanatical crowds and audiences. He influenced Nelson Mandela, even as Mandela sat in a South Africa prison. He influenced Martin Luther King, Jr. and Malcolm X as they fought for civil rights for Black Americans, and Ali even influenced Muslim leader, Elijah Muhammad after he, then known as Cassius Clay, became a converted Muslim.

When he trained in Zaire for his championship fight against Foreman, he was followed by throngs of people, as if he was a messianic leader. Long before that memorable bout, he was already the people's champion.

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His perennial charisma and achievements inspired youth of all races, particularly black youth who were like him born in poverty in racialsegregated America. He inspired them to be fearless of opposition and challenges and aspire to be the greatest in their chosen fields.

Ali's earlier years was molded in Miami. He arrived in 1960 named Cassius Clay from his hometown, Louisville, Kentucky. He lived in Overtown, then one of America's most progressive black towns, and Allapattah, and trained under boxing coach Angelo Dundee at the Fifth Street Gym. Few years later he helped highlight Miami on the global map by defeating Liston at the Miami Beach Convention Center. In this city, he also announced his conversion to Islam, his change of name to Mohammad Ali and his refusal to fight in the Vietnam War. He also experienced racial profiling in Miami, when he was stopped by police as he was training, jogging across the MacArthur Causeway, because he was suspected for being a fleeing criminal.

Ali didn't let racism deter him in his quest to be “the greatest” or weaken his social conscience, making him a strong advocate in the antisegregated movement in the 60s and 70s. Even as the city struggled with racism, he loved Miami, often returning to train after relocating to Chicago in 1966.

With Ali's death, traditional and social media abound with information about his life and achievements as a boxer. Hopefully sufficient focus will also be placed on his social conscience and commitment to human rights.

One of the greatest tributes paid to Ali was by former Jamaican Prime Minister Michael Manley during Ali's visit to Jamaica. Manley told Ali. “Your fist might have put you in everybody's favor…but it's your conscience that has written you into the immortality of the history of human affairs.”

Surely, a fitting epitaph to a great human being.

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HACCOF honors top 20 Haitian-Americans under 40 The Haitian-American Chamber of Commerce of Florida (HACCOF) held its first annual Top 20 Under 40 Young Professional (YOPROs) awards dinner recently at the Little Haiti Cultural Complex in Miami, Florida. This event honored 20 young professional HaitianAmericans, recognized for their commitment and contributions both professionally, civically, and academically to the Haitian community. This group of vibrant, energetic, creative and out-of- the box thinkers, "YOPROs" are an expression of culture and pride throughout the Haitian community.

Patricia Elizee, President of the Haitian Lawyers Association and Partner at Elizee Law Firm, was named laureate of the Top 20 Under 40. Elizee won a trip to Haiti, sponsored by Karibe Hotel, AmCham Haiti, and Royal Decameron Indigo Beach Resort and Spa. She will also be attending a parliamentary meeting. Ms. Elizee was also awarded a trip to the Congressional Black Caucus sponsored by Dr. Larry Pierre of the Greater Miami Health Education and Training Center.

"I am excited to see the HACCOF highlight young professionals through the YOPRO initiative,” said Elizee.

“Being chosen by HACCOF to be part of the first class of Top 20 Under 40 was an honor. Having my fellow honorees chose me as their valedictorian is extremely humbling. This is the highlight of my career so far. I thank HACCOF for their leadership."

This year's awardees span all professions including law, business, education, health, government, public service media and entertainment. The awardees included Managing Consultant at IBM Global Business Services, Docelyn Lordeus, CEO of financial advocacy group

Action Bridge, CEO of on Diaspora news and entertainment online platform L'union Creative, Wanda Tima-Gilles and Consul General for Haiti in Miami, Consul Guy Francois Jr. More than 250 individuals attended the event, which not only honored Haitian-American YOPROs, but also recognized G. Eric Knowles, President and CEO of the Miami-Dade Chamber of Commerce, and Chairman Keon Hardemon of the City of Miami Board of Commissioners, for their significant contributions and dedication to the Haitian American community in South Florida.

In attendance were some the Haitian community's most influential leaders, including Chairman Jean Monestime of the Miami-Dade County Board of Commissioners, and Gandy Thomas, Consul General of Haiti in Atlanta, Georgia.

In 2017, the Haitian American Chamber of Commerce of Florida plans to honor a new group of Top 20 Under 40 YOPROs at its annual dinner.

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Broward Elections office calling for creole speakers The Broward County Supervisor of Election's office has launched an open call for bilingual English and Creole speakers to volunteer for Election Day, to help Creole-speaking citizens participate in the democratic process.

Poll workers fluent in both languages are needed to serve in the upcoming elections this year: first off the primary election for many local government positions, scheduled for August 30, and then the General Election, set for November 8. Broward County registered voters are also needed to serve as Voting System Technicians (VSTs), Clerks, EViD Operators, Poll Deputies, Call Center, Tech Team, and Regional Site workers throughout Broward County. Election Day workers are especially needed for Pembroke Pines, Weston, Miramar, Hollywood, Davie, and Cooper City.

Those interested in applying may contact the Supervisor of Elections Poll Worker Hotline at 954-459-9911 or may apply online by going to supervisor of Election's office website at browardsoe.org

Elections calendar on the horizon The nine members of the Provisional Electoral Council (CEP) in Haiti on Saturday held talks with officials of the major political parties, amid widespread speculation that presidential elections could take place on October 9. According to media reports, the CEP has indicated a willingness to publish an electoral calendar soon, outlining the dates for the presidential elections.

The sources said the first round will be held on October 9, and if a candidate does not receive the necessary amount of votes to prevent a second round, then that will take place on January 8, 2017 and the final election results will be published January 30, next year.

Media reports said that Interim President Jocelerme Privert, told his Dominican Republic counterpart, Danilo Medina, that the poll will be held in October. He said it “should take place on October 9” and that based on the information he has, “from the date of publication of the electoral calendar, CEP needs 90 to 120 days to organize elections.”

Haiti has been without an elected head of state ever since President Michel Martelly left office this past February.

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Jamerican lm “The Heart of Summer” premieres at Cinema Paradiso Celebrating Caribbean Heritage Month, the much anticipated Jamerican film “The Heart of Summer” will be making its South Florida premiere for Father's Day, Sunday June 19 at Cinema Paradiso in Fort Lauderdale, at 6:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.. “The Heart of Summer” stars critically acclaimed Jamaican actor and producer, Paul Campbell, and South Florida-based actors Tesh Beckham and Lex Kelly-Meade.

The film is a love story about a young college student, Omari (played by Lex Kelly-Meade) who writes a book about an amazing summer experience after returning home to South Florida from school in Atlanta. Raised in a Christian home by Jamaican parents, life in college had transformed Omari's identity from that of his family's upbringing. After returning home, Omari visits church with his family where he had a brief encounter with a very beautiful young lady named Naomi Johnson (Tesh Beckham). Within days of meeting they both become inseparable and felt a natural bond that defied the norm of their very being, one that they both never thought existed. But Naomi's over-protective father, Mr. Johnson (played by Paul Campbell), would see to it that theirs would not be an easy ride. Naomi and Omari are both trying to find their identities, and their way through life while balancing the weights of family and true love.

The movie also features a dynamic soundtrack from hot acts such as Rootz Underground, Raging Fyah and rising star, Leea Stewart, daughter of renowned drummer formerly of Third World Band, Willie Stewart, whose single, "I'll be

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right there" is the lead soundtrack. Filmed in South Florida, The Heart of Summer exhibits true Caribbean-American talents both in front of and behind the camera. The film was directed by Adrian Allen, written by Tedrick Huff and produced by Allen, Ray Balgrove, Vivienne Chance and Paul Campbell. The film was produced by two South Florida based companies; iNation Pictures, a subsidiary of Steadyimage Digital Media Productions and Driven Networks, a GRB Media Group company, in association with Golden Krust Bakery. Both companies decided to collaborate on telling the wonderfully produced story which captures the essence of the Caribbean-American family living in South Florida.

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SHEBADA returns with a bang in “Bangarang” Jamaica's number 1 comic actor Keith “Shebada” Ramsey returns to South Florida for Father's Day weekend, as Sunshine Theatre Company presents “Bangarang” – David Tulloch's sensational new Jamaican comedy. A hit play premiered last December in Jamaica, Bangarang will be bringing the criticallyacclaimed hilarity to the Sunshine State. The two-night showings will begin on Saturday, June 18th starting 8 p.m. at the Miramar High School, then continues on Sunday, June 19th, starting 7 p.m. at the Coral Springs Center for the Arts.

The comedy portrays true-to-life scenarios on Princess Street in downtown Kingston,

reflecting a “slice of life” of every fragment of Jamaican society. Pearl (Monique Ellis) is a higgler by day and forced to become a prostitute by night. Then there is politician Winston Justice (played by Chris McFarlane), whose ambition is to become the MP for the area. While Officer Shellaz (Patrick Smith) is a policeman who is madly in love with Pearl, but she only sees him as a customer. Then there is Miss Chin (played

by Terri Salmon) a store owner who is secretly buying all the land downtown to build a supercenter. And to complete the comedic pot of soup is the all-time hustler and handcart man, Keith Ramsey's Shebada. Mix it all together and you have a comedy drama worthy to be seen.

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In honor of Father's Day weekend, Sunshine Theatre is also pleased to present for the pre-show entertainment the foremost Luther Vandross cover artist, Anthony “Hollywood” McDonald in a “Tribute to Luther.”

Tickets are $45.00 (Preferred seating), $40.00 (Reserved seating) and $35.00 (General Seating) and are available from selected W.I. outlets, the Coral Springs Box Offices or online through Pay Pal. For preview, to win free tickets or to purchase tickets online log on to www.sunshinetheatrecompany.com For information or group discount tickets call the Sunshine hotline at 786-237-5493

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Caribbean American Heritage Month Round Up Your guide to the hottest events celebrating Caribbean-American culture: June 11 – June 18 June 11

June 18

Art Exhibit: Brian Wong Won

Colors of the Caribbean

North Campus Gallery, Miami Dade College Miami Dade College (MDC) North Campus launches its month-long Caribbean American Heritage Month celebrations with a special exhibition, highlighting the work of Trinidadian artist Brian Wong Won. Artist Wong Won is best known for his bright colors, expressionistic compressions of space, and distortions of architectural space. He works primarily out of Miami but often travels to his hometown of Port-of-Spain. Collectors and critics have lauded him as the only artist to fully capture the spirit and feeling of the Carnival festivities via his vivid palette and expressive playful use of perspective.

His carnival paintings are satirical, expressively tongue-in-cheek and very detailed.

Miss Lou in Color African American Research Library and Cultural Center – 5:30 p.m.

As a comedian, the Honorable Dr. Louise Bennett-Coverley (“Miss Lou”), used both irony and laughter as a tool to promote Caribbean indigenous culture. In her honor, Déjà Vu Theatre Productions, Inc. is producing a tribute to this formidable woman with their latest production, “Miss Lou in Color.” The production has adapted some of Miss Lou's poetry pieces and combined with original pieces for a unique ode to the Caribbean cultural icon.

June 12

People Profile Awards Sunrise Civic Center The inaugural Annual People Profile Awards shines the spotlight on individuals in their community whose stories inspire, motivate or educate others. The ten illustrious titles include the “Humanitarian,” “Good Citizen,”

Carnival rendition by Brian Wong Won

“Sportsman of the Year,” and “Courage” awards.

They will be presented by a myriad of local celebrities, such as State Representative Hazelle Rogers, cricketer Lawrence Rowe, and actor Paul Campbell. This prestigious event will not only highlight the contribution of outstanding individuals, but will also showcase stalwarts of the musical industry such as King Yellowman, Everton Blender, and Papa Michigan (from Michigan & Smiley). Also hitting the stage will be South Florida's own Michael Schloss, Suzanne Sultry, Twiggy, Haitian artist Waleh, Mia Rahm, and R&B Singer Solage.

June 15

Making Reading Fun Forum Lecture Hall 2151, Miami Dade College North Campus – 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Continuing the month-long celebration, Miami Dade College (MDC) North Campus will be hosting the education forum, “Make Reading Fun: A Community Commitment and a Role for Caribbean Leaders. Speakers will highlight the

relevance of technology, innovation, remaining competitive in the global market, and strategies for succeeding in the 21st century, with a specific focus on early literacy and learning.

June 18

Miramar CAHM Celebration Perry Park/Wellman Field – 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.

The community is invited to celebrate Caribbean-American Heritage Month in the City of Miramar at this annual free event. This year's festivities featured a fun-filled day with a variety of food trucks, music, dancing and entertainment. Popular bands and singers of Caribbean heritage and different genres of music will perform, including Jamaican dancehall artist Serani, Kompa band, Alan Cave & Vlix, DJ & Musician Popeye Caution, and Bachata and Merengue band, Bachamambo. It's all hosted by Stichiz and DJ Epps from 103.5 The Beat.

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The Caribbean-American Heritage Florida, Inc (CAHFI) presents the 5th annual Colors of the Caribbean. Held on the Saturday of Father's Day Weekend since 2012, Colors of the Caribbean celebrates Caribbean American Heritage Month with music and flavors of the islands. This year's headline acts include the Queen of Soca, Alison Hinds, popular Haitian groups T-Vice and Jahnesta, Trinidad's female voice of Reggae Music, Queen Omega and Jamaica's Reggae Pop Star, Red Rat. Other acts include local favorite Sizwe-C, and popular deejays Majestic and LLCoolBlaze. This year's festival will be hosted by ABC's Local 10 news anchor, Neki Mohan.

In addition to music in the amphitheater, the ArtsPark at Young Circle will be full of Caribbean delights: A Caribbean Travel Expo, YMCA Kids Zone powered by CSC of Broward County, a Caribbean Food Village, Caribbean arts and craft vendors, and smaller stages featuring folk dance and culture performances including Bahamian Junkanoo, tassa and the popular steel band.

This year, Colors of the Caribbean will remain free until 5pm for those who register online for complimentary admission. After 5pm, there will be a nominal $10.00 entrance fee for those wanting a true taste of the authentic experience.

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Laugh “Til Yu Belly Buss” at Big Comedy Night The ever hilarious Jamaican comedian Christopher “Johnny” Daley returns as Get Well Ministry, Inc. presents “Big Comedy Night: Laff Til Yu Belly Buss.”

Set for June 12, starting 7 p.m. at the Coral Springs High School Theater, the “Lime Tree Lane” star will be headlining a carnival of comedy, featuring other top South Florida talents.

Also performing will be Rohan Gunther, Sammy Question and Spicy, Queen Maxine and Pauline Mathy, Turner the Magician, Sas Squash and Spider Squash, Bassie Dave, and Linguistic. Comedian Rev. St Hope will be the host for the concert.

Gunther has been blowing up the South Florida scene since his recent move from

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Jamaica, where he hosted his own comedy series “Mi Nah Laff.” In addition to headlining several concerts in Miami, he's also appeared at the “World Laff Festival” in Trinidad and Tobago alongside Blacka Ellis, Peter Josephs and Diva Racquel Price.

Sammy Question also appeared on episodes of “Lime Tree Lane,” and later teamed up with the late comedian Apache chief as a duo. Sammy has since teamed up with female comedienne Spicey with hilarious results. As for Linguistic, his comedy is built around his ability to mimic the speech patterns and accents of people from various countries.

Meanwhile, Queen Maxine has been the star of many South Florida theater productions including Theater World's “Barbershop Bangarang” and “Three 'Ol goat,” plus many

appearances on the Jamaica Jerk Festival culture stage.

As usual Laff adds variety to the concert with the appearance of dj/rapper Sas Quash, a winner at Showtime at the Apollo back in 1999.

He will appear with his young son prodigy Spider Squash. And that's along with a performance by Bassie Dave and his band.

Dave is the current bass player for reggae super star Shaggy. All this will be topped off by the magical tricks of illusionist, Turner the Magician.

Comedy Night- Laff til Yu Belly Buss is a family friendly event with kids under 12 admitted free. The event is the latest in a series of comedy concerts and stage plays presented

by Get Well Ministry to raise funds for their charity foundation.

“Feeling the Vibes” at Caribbean Village in Lauderhill In honor of June as Caribbean American Heritage Month, the upcoming Caribbean Village festival celebrates culture in style with family-friendly music, arts, food and wellness.

Hosted by The Galleon Foundation, the festival is set for Sunday, June 26, starting 1 p.m. at the Lauderhill Sports Park.

This year's spectacular headliners include Billboard Top 5's artist Kevin Lyttle from St Vincent, and the illustrious “Queen of Reggae” Marcia “Electric Slide” Griffiths.

The Miss Jamaica Diaspora swimwear competition will kick off the evening's performances, followed by comedy and music

sets. Singer Bridget Belcher will headline the gospel segment, featuring Sharon Wiles and performances by local churches. The MCs consist of Evangelist Michelle Phillips-Richards, Candice Buchanan from islandfeverfm.com, and Papa Keith from 103.5 The Beat. Emprezz Mullings, visiting from Jamaica, will host the lineup of performers including Leon Coldero, Julien Believe, as well as local artists such as Lejah, Sweet Shells, Blade Martin, Lavie, and the Impact Girls modeling Academy.

But the fun doesn't stop on stage. The fun continues all day long, as kids will have an array of activities such as rock wall climbing, bounce

houses, zipline, donkey rides and more – all presented by Kidsville, a new childcare service under construction at the Westfield Broward Mall in Plantation. Adults who want to join in on the fun can enjoy team sports, including sack races, eating competitions, ludo, and dominoes.

There will be cooking demonstrations and competitions, arts and craft displays and vendors, cultural displays from various islands, wellness education, as well as booths from corporate businesses who are avid supporters of community's endeavors.

“The Caribbean Village is one of the four events hosted by The Galleon Foundation in aid

of raising much needed funds for its Scholarships Programs. Caribbean Village’s aim is to highlight and educate the community about the rich Caribbean Heritage,” said Lindell Douglas, president of the Galleon Foundation. “Parents can bring their children to this event to learn more about the diverse cultures of the Caribbean islands. It will be a fun filled day for the entire family.”

Tickets for the event are on sale now at caribbeanvillage.caribtix.com for $20 presold and $25 at the gate. Kids under 15 are free.

For more information, visit www.caribbeanvillage.net or call 954-308-8668.

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“We need to craft policies and programs to ensure that Caribbean-American youth channel their energies in productive activity and take full advantage of educational and other opportunities available to them in America,” says Kirton.

Delegate member Valies expressed high hopes for this year's session, as “each year Legislative Week takes on more significance. It has become one of the premier occasions for Caribbean-Americans, the U.S. government, [and] private and public institution representatives to pragmatically deliberate on issues of mutual interest.”

Since Caribbean History Month was officially proclaimed by President George W. Bush in 2006, a delegation of Caribbean and Caribbean-American public and private officials have visited Washington for Legislative Week, representing the interest of the region and the Caribbean-American community, and lobby for U.S. legislators to deliberate and pass laws relevant to Caribbean-Americans.

Other key issues for the delegation include the recent closing of “correspondent relations between Caribbean commercial and U.S. banks,” says Kirton. “[This] is an issue that has serious implications for the region's economy.”

Another campaign issues is the removal of barriers to trade, especially the export of Caribbean food products to the U.S. “This has special significance for Florida as the state has some protectionist policies that impact even the transshipment of certain food products destined for other U.S. states,” says Kirton. Other trade issues include the security of shipments to and from the Caribbean against contamination by illicit drugs and illegal arms.

There will also be discussions during the week with institutions such as the Inter-American Development Bank, regarding the development of Caribbean-American youth.

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Terrelonge said the Miami Gardens Police Department under leadership of new chief, Antonio Brooklen, has “worked very hard to control crime, but the bad guys just keep on turning up.”

Father Horace Ward, Rector of the Holy Family Episcopal Church in Miami Gardens, who also serves on the Citizens Advisory Committee with Chief Brooklen, says he has seen data showing the city's crime situation has improved steadily in recent years, “compared to neighboring cities.” Rev. Ward said the police department has been active in engaging citizens positively, and training officers to relate to citizens and community organizations. “However, the shooting death of Miss Dean, seemingly a very promising young woman, is very unfortunate and unnecessary.”

Yvette Benjamin, a member of the Holy Family congregation said Dean's mother was a cousin who migrated from Manchester, Jamaica several years ago and was dedicated to raising her children including Alexandra positively. “She was doing a great job; now she has to endure this great loss.”

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Tickets on sale for CPL Florida games The Hero Caribbean Premier League (CPL) has announced that tickets for the upcoming, historic tournament games in South Florida are now available at Lauderhill Performing Arts Center, located next to the Central Broward Stadium in Fort Lauderdale.

The Ticket Office will be open for business from Monday to Friday (10 a.m. to 5 p.m.) and on Saturday (12 to 4 p.m.) to enable fans to physically buy their tickets in advance for the

biggest party in sport this summer. Supporters can already buy tickets online at cplt20.com.

Some of the biggest stars in world cricket, including West Indies stars Dwayne Bravo, Chris Gayle and Kieron Pollard, alongside South Africa's AB de Villiers, New Zealand's Brendon McCullum and Australia's Shane Watson, will descend on the Central Broward Regional Park between 28-31 July in what will be a gripping final round of matches before the

finals the following week.

But eyes will also be on local favorite Steven Taylor, a USA international all-rounder who will feature once more for Barbados Tridents.

“As a Florida man, born and bred, I am hugely honored to be involved in this incredible departure for professional cricket in the USA,” said Taylor. “There is a huge cricket audience across America who are craving for the opportunity to see some of the biggest names in

world cricket, and CPL's decision to play these six games in Central Broward Stadium is huge for the sport.

“There has been a huge take up across America, with supporters coming from as far north as New York and as far west as Texas and Los Angeles, but it's great now for Floridians to have an outlet at the ground to buy tickets.

Things are really building and we want to see full houses across all six matches.”

Simmons vows Patriots will leave no stone unturned West Indies World T20 winner “excited” as CPL begins new chapter in USA West Indies star batsman Lendl Simmons says that the best is yet to come from the St. Kitts & Nevis Patriots in this year's Hero Caribbean Premier League (CPL), as his team is primed to challenge in the fourth installment of the biggest party in sport.

Simmons, 31, has stepped up his rehabilitation in recent weeks from the lower back injury, which has curtailed his on-field involvement since the ICC World T20 triumph in India. With the CPL scheduled to take place between 29 June – 7 August, and the opening game now just 23 days away, the Port-of Spain born batsman believes that the Patriots squad are well-placed to bring the coveted title to St. Kitts & Nevis for the first time.

Speaking exclusively to cplt20.com, playing, because it can be frustrating watching Simmons said that he was relishing the on from the sidelines. But I have stepped up my opportunity to play in a tournament which will rehab recently and I'm looking forward to getting 100 percent fit. this year once more attract the cream of international talent to the Caribbean and, for the first time, mainland USA. Florida Bound “The CPL is a special Of all the developments Lendl tournament, one of the Simmons in the closed season, best franchise competiSimmons is most excited about tions in world cricket,” the upcoming leg of matches in said Simmons, ahead of the Central Broward Stadium in Fort Patriots' opening game Lauderdale, between 28-31 July, against his former team, the where the Patriots will face Guyana Amazon Warriors, on Trinbago Knight Riders in backThursday, 30 June. to-back fixtures. He sees the “Physically I feel as though staging of matches in the USA as a big my back is getting stronger each opportunity for CPL as it bids to day and I can't wait to get back

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“Moving these matches to Florida is a big thing for me. Players will be tested in a totally different environment and chatting to some of the West Indies boys, there's a lot of excitement already. There are lots of people from the Caribbean and Asia living in the USA who will be coming out to see the likes of the [Chris] Gayles and the (Kieron) Pollards. And we know that TKR will be very strong as they have some serious talent in their ranks as well in the likes of [Dwayne] Bravo, [Brendon] McCullum, and Sunil [Narine].

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Chastenet who was sworn in as the nation's new prime minister on Tuesday said the early priorities of his new administration include holding talks with the French Caribbean territories of Martinique and Guadeloupe about importing bananas, and finalizing discussions

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He said the new government would also set up a tribunal to look into the report from the Caribbean Community Implementation Agency for Crime and Security (IMPACS) that examined the alleged extra judicial killings by police during the period 2010-11.

“It has certainly been a stain on St. Lucia's name internationally and we need to be able to deal with this as quickly as possible,” said Chastanet, a former tourism minister, who easily won the Micoud South seat after he was trounced in the Soufriere constituency in 2011.

The new prime minister is no stranger to South Florida, where he was resident from the mid 1990's to 2005, and served as the vice-

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president for sales and marketing with the former Air Jamaica at the airline's Doral office.

Returning to St. Lucia from South Florida, Chastanet operated his own hotel, the Coco Palm Hotel. Subsequently he was appointed to the St. Lucan Senate by former Prime Minister

Sir John Compton in 2006, and served as Minister of Tourism and Civil Aviation under the Compton and consequently the administration of prime Minister Stephenson King from 2006 to 2011.

St. Lucian-American resident of Pembroke Pines Sherena Richardson said for most of her adult life the SLP led by Dr. Anthony (from 1996 to 2007, and 2011 to 2016) has held power but “I do think it's time for a change and I also think Mr. Chastanet will be a good leader.”

Another local resident, Martin Burgess, 23, said “It was time for new leadership and new ideas. As a youth I look forward to Prime Minister Chastanet to make improvements in the St. Lucian economy.”

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Carter reportedly fails doping re-test Team Jamaica Athlete Nesta Carter has reportedly failed a “doping” re-test from 2008. According to reported sources, a test on Carter's B-sample has come back positive for banned substances.

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The Jamaica Olympic Association (JOA) said in a statement that it had received notification from the International Olympic Committee (IOC) that one of its competitors had returned an adverse analytical result, but did not name the athlete. Sources however name Carter

as the athlete in the report.

The JOA said results management protocols require that they “maintain confidentiality of the result of all doping controls and the identities involved in the proceedings until it has been determined in a hearing.”

Sources said traces of Methylhexanamine were discovered in Carter's “A” sample, part of a batch of 454 from the 2008 Beijing Games that the IOC ordered to be re-tested. If found guilty of doping, Carter could face sanctions, should his “B” sample also tests positive. Neither Carter,

who won the 4×100-meter relay along with compatriots Usain Bolt, Asafa Powell and Michael Frater in Beijing, nor his agent replied to repeated requests for comment.

Reportedly, Methylhexanamine has been on the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) Code prohibited list since 2004 although it was reclassified on the 2011 list only as a “specified substance.” The IOC program revisits samples using developments in testing techniques to expose traces of drugs that were undetectable previously.

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Former Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) fighter and Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) pioneer Kimbo Slice passed away at age 42, after being hospitalized in Coral Springs. The Bahamian-born star leaves behind his girlfriend and six children.

His local training outfit, the American Top Team, confirmed the news on Twitter, posting: "The ATT Family and South Florida community lost a legend today. RIP Kimbo."

Slice was born in the Bahamas but grew up in Miami. He rose to prominence in the then budding sport of mixed martial arts, building a reputation in Miami street fights, and gaining recognition for his phenomenal punching power and striking ability through widely popular YouTube videos. He eventually competed for several promotions, including the UFC and and his current group, Bellator.

He was the star of the very first MMA show broadcast on network television, beating James Thompson by third-round knockout in May 2008 on CBS. With Slice and pioneering featherweight Gina Carano as the top attractions, the two CBS shows drew big television ratings and introduced millions of viewers to MMA. Slice was due to fight in a rematch against Thompson at the Bellator 158 at the London's O2 Arena next July.

"We are all shocked and saddened by the devastating and untimely loss of Kimbo Slice, a beloved member of the Bellator family," said Bellator MMA president Scott Coker in a statement. "One of the most popular MMA fighters ever, Kimbo was a charismatic, largerMighty T&T Teammates Navin than-life personality that transcended the Stewart (L) and Timothy Surujbally sport.”

Jahlisa Harvey Defending champs, the Lauderhill Lions took home a big victory over Team Haiti at the Lauderhill Sports Park last Saturday night in the Caribbean Americas Soccer Association (CASA) Super League Quarter final match. The Lions came out hard to match the intensity of Team Haiti. Number 9 of Team Haiti stepped up to display amazing foot work to stride to the goal.

They however lost the ball at the top of the box.

With 0-0 at halftime, both teams were fading fast, showing fatigue from the competitive first half. It would have seemed both teams were out for blood, re-entering the game as members of both teams collided at mid-field with no apparent signs of letting off.

With a break through, number 99 of the Lauderhill Lions struck the ball at the perfect angle to claim a goal off a great assist. After the first goal of the game was taken, things started to get heated, with each team taking low shots as they both fought to get and stay on top. Number 11 from team Haiti got a knee to the face from number 3 of the Lauderhill Lions.

Goals started to pour in as the Lions became relentless and determined. With a final score of 3-0, the Lions took home another victory on their way to the Finals. The question is, will the Lions take victory over another season?

This weekend we will see the Fort Lauderdale Blazers take on FC Steelers, starting 8:15 p.m. at the Lauderhill Sports Park.

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