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Rajiv Maragh and Irish War Cry winning the Wood Memorial at Aqueduct racetrack in New York last month – Coglianese photo

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Governor in waiting?

by Garth A. Rose

Kentucky kid Rajiv Maragh looks to complete fairytale comeback

When Rajiv Maragh suffered a nasty spill at Belmont Park racetrack in July, 2015, few gave the Jamaican jockey any chance of walking again. The odds against him returning to the saddle were even more ominous.

But he defied the naysayers and made a comeback at Aqueduct in November. Since then, he has ridden almost 70 winners on the competitive New York circuit.

by Howard Campbell Maragh completes a remarkable comeback on Saturday when he rides Irish War Cry in the Kentucky Derby. It is his fifth mount in horseracing's blue riband event and he has a golden shot at winning the heralded Run For The Roses.

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“Lordie, Lordie, I think this young man is another Barack Obama in the making,” Miranda Locksley, a resident of Tallahassee commented, referring to that city's African-American Mayor Andrew Gillum.

Some tout him as Florida's next, and first AfricanAmerican, governor. He officially launched his bid Wednesday.

Gillum, 37, debuted in Florida politics when at age-23 he was elected to the Tallahassee City Commission. In 2014, at age 34, he was elected mayor.

Now, Gillum plans to justify his description as a “rising star” in Florida's Democratic Party by succeeding incumbent Governor Rick Scott who terms out next year.

Gillum was born in Richmond Heights in South Miami Dade in 1979. After attending Frank C. Martin Elementary School, his family relocated to Gainesville and he later attended Florida A &M University (FAMU).

There, he made history as the first student member of FAMU's Board of Trustees. In 2003, he was recognized by the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation as “Emerging Leader for 2003.” He justified the award that year when he was elected to Tallahassee's City Commission before graduating from FAMU. Although the Democratic primaries for Florida Governor is not until August 2018, Gillum is highly touted to prevail.

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Honoring the protectors Some of South Florida's finest turned out at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Fort Lauderdale on April 29, for the second Protect The Children Gala.

Presented by the Female Development World Organization (FDWO) and Kiwanis Club of Lauderhill, four persons were honored for tireless work tackling sexual child abuse.

They are Pastor Marcus Davidson, who received the International

Leadership Award; Juliet Murphy Roulhac, recipient of the Humanitarian Award and Barbara Weinstein who accepted the Protect the Children Freedom Award.

Juliet Holness, wife of Jamaican Prime Minister Andrew Holness and the evening's keynote speaker, was the first recipient of the Dr. Rita Marley Ambassador Award.

Roulhac, a Kingston-born attorney who has lived in South Florida since she was 15, said the recognition is gratifying.

“This inspires us to keep doing important work,” she told the

Holness

Following Miami politician Daryl Jones in 2002, Gillum would be only the second AfricanAmerican to run for governor in Florida.

audience. Holness is founder of the Save Our Boys And Girls Foundation, which helps educate and empower impoverished children in Jamaica.

She lauded the FDWO's efforts to reduce child abuse. For her, talking is not enough.

“As my husband always says, 'implement, implement, implement'. Over the years, successive governments have failed to implement,” said Holness.

The function was well-attended.

Guests included Rita Marley, widow of reggae legend Bob Marley; City of Miramar Mayor, Wayne Messam; Broward County Commissioner Dale Holness; and Franz Hall, Jamaica's Consul General to Miami. – CNW Network

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THE ‘HENN’ OF AN ERA: SWAP SHOP FOUNDER DIES AT 86 A3

THE INTERVENTION OF PHYSICAL THERAPY B1

FAITH LEADERS URGE DHS SECRETARY TO EXTEND TPS FOR HAITIANS A7

UNDER THREAT: WORLD RECORDS IN DANGER FROM IAAF D1

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Rogers and the boys Mayor Rogers (c) pictured with City of Lauderdale Lakes BSO Fire and Law Enforcement who teamed up with the Lauderdale Lakes Kiwanis Club to provide the annual water safety event to students at Oriole Elementary school. – Contributed

50 years an ar ste Ernie Smith celebrated his milestone with his wife Janet in St. Ann, Jamaica. – Contributed

Award of Apprecia on Presented to Broward County Commissioner Dale Holness by Lavern Deer President-FDWO at the recent Business Economic Networking Forum hosted by the Female Development World Organiza on - Protect the Children Gala Team. – Photo Credit: Don Parchment

El dia de los ninos Broward County Superintendent Robert Runcie reads to a group of students at Hollywood Hills Elementary. – Contributed First Female Chief of Police Miami Gardens Mayor Oliver Gilbert with the city's new Chief, Delma Noel-Pra , at her swear-in ceremony. – Contributed

Having a chat Dr. Alpharita Constan a "Rita" Marley, OD, widow of Robert Nesta “Bob” Marley with Lavern Deer at the Protect the Children Gala.

Lauderhill Gi City of Lauderhill Commissioner Ken Thurston awards a gi from his city to Mrs. Juliet Holness. – Photo Credit: Don Parchment

Represen ng JA Mrs. Juliet Holness, wife of the Prime Minister of Jamaica (C), with Lavern Deer, President, Female Development World Organiza on and Founder, Nuh Guh Deh Diaspora Taskforce (l) and Franz Hall, Counsel General to Jamaica, Miami. – Photo Credit: Donovan Badessee

Birthday girl Lana Lindo smiles with her granddaughter at her recent birthday celebra on. – Photo Credit: Uriah Benne

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LOCAL “Over the years, there were several people from Jamaica, Haiti, Cuba, Trinidad, all over, selling suitcases, clothing, jewelry, plants, small furniture, radio, CDs, you name it.

The Swap Shop gave many Caribbean people the foundation to make a decent living.” – Bailey

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Henn of an era

by Garth A. Rose

Since 1963, one of the major attractions in Lauderhill, Broward County has been the Swap Shop located on Sunrise Boulevard, just east of State Road 7. The landmark developed from a one-screen drivein theater that showed its first movie on the night of November 22, 1963, the day President John F. Kennedy was assassinated. It was founded and owned by Preston Henn, a colorful and controversial character who died on April 30 at age 86.

Henn developed the Swap Shop on an 80acre lot. It currently houses a 13-screen drive-in theater, entertainment center and restaurant, and an amusement park. For most CaribbeanAmericans and visitors from the Caribbean, the appeal of the Swap Shop was its sprawling market which sells almost anything a consumer needs.

The venue is commonly referred to as a 'Flea

Market' by persons like Ronnie Bailey, a Jamaican-American and longtime vendor who has been selling jewelry and small electronic items at the market since 1995.

“Henn insisted he created a 'discount store' for the people of Broward County and definitely was not happy when people referred to the market as a flea market,” said Bailey.

Before ill health consumed him a number of years ago, Henn was a colorful fixture at the premises which in the 1980s and 1990s featured a circus with elephants and exotic animals. It also hosted concerts featuring top local and international artists.

Bailey said, “Henn fancied himself to be a modern cowboy. He was usually dressed in cowboy boots and a Stetson cowboy hat, and although he didn't drive around in his golf cart

monitoring the complex with guns on his hips, he still was feared. He absolutely tolerated no nonsense from the vendors who he rented space to sell their wares in the market, or any of his staff members.”

The market provided opportunities for hundreds of vendors from the Caribbean.

According to Bailey, “Over the years, there were several people from Jamaica, Haiti, Cuba, Trinidad, all over, selling suitcases, clothing, jewelry, plants, small furniture, radio, CDs, you name it. This flea market gave many Caribbean people the foundation to make a decent living.”

It's understood from reports that operations at the Swap Shop, which is listed as one of the largest tourist attractions in South Florida, will continue under the stewardship of Henn's wife and children.

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Jamaica to introduce HPV vaccine Health to reduce cancer among the population.

He said that an improved public health system should decrease delay in the screening, diagnosis and treatment of persons living with cancer which accounts for 23 percent of deaths in Jamaica.

The most common cancers in Jamaica are prostate, lung and colorectal in men; and breast, cervical and colorectal in women.

Prostate and breast cancers are the leading cause of cancer-related deaths.

In 2013, the Ministry of Health commenced the implementation of Cabinet-approved National Strategic and Action Plan for the Prevention and Control of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) in Jamaica.

The Jamaican government intends to introduce a human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine this year to fight cervical cancer.

“A study in the United States revealed that within four years of the vaccine's introduction, HPV decreased by over 50 percent among females aged 14 to 19. This is very good news for the fight against cervical cancer,” said Health Minister, Dr. Christopher Tufton.

In his message to launch the Jamaica Cancer Society's fundraising initiative, “Relay For Life,” last week, Tufton said the vaccine is one of several interventions by the Ministry of

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Son of TT's former Police Commissioner killed Nizam Mohammed, son of a former police commissioner, was shot and killed Monday at his home in the community of D'Abadie.

The police report that Mohammed, son of Noor Kenny Mohammed, who served as police commissioner from 1996 to 1998, was killed during an armed invasion at his home. They said the victim's firearms and other items were stolen from the house.

Police also said Nizam Mohammed, an engineer and his wife, were robbed last week. So far this year, 170 persons have been murdered in Trinidad and Tobago.

British Virgin Islands to introduce electronic visas The government of the British Virgin Islands, BVI, has announced plans to introduce electronic visas or e0visas in an effort to make the British overseas territory more accessible to persons who currently require visas to visit.

Just last year, the government implemented a visa waiver system for persons in possession of United States and Canada visas.

The administration says the changes are aimed at better facilitating international trade and transactions.

The plan, which emphasises cancer prevention, is slated to last to 2018.

Recently, the Ministry launched its Jamaica Moves campaign, which encourages Jamaicans to incorporate at least 30 minutes of physical activity in their daily routines.

Under the theme 'Let's Keep Hope Alive', the 15th staging of Relay For Life is slated to take place June 17 and 18.

The initiative aims to raise J$15 million to assist newly-diagnosed cancer patients in accessing treatment; and promote greater awareness of the disease through public education programs.

Caribbean government Minister worried about US/Mexico border plans Antigua and Barbuda's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Charles Fernandez, says Caribbean Community (CARICOM) members and countries in Latin America oppose plans by the United States targeting their nationals to help President Donald Trump build a multi-billion dollar USMexico border wall.

US politicians are seeking to impose a two percent tax on remittances sent by nationals of Belize, the Cayman Islands, Haiti, the Bahamas, Turks and Caicos, Jamaica, the British Virgin Islands, Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, St. Kitts And Nevis, Montserrat, Guadeloupe, Dominica, Martinique, St. Lucia, St. Vincent and The Grenadines, Barbados, Grenada, Guyana and Suriname to friends and relatives.

They are among a number of countries in Latin America and the Caribbean highlighted by the politicians to help fund the wall, a major Trump campaign promise estimated at US$21.6 billion.

Fernandez, speaking on state-owned ABS Television, said the new measures

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advocated could result in the remittances system going underground.

“Whatever tax you put on it, even though it sounds like a little bit, two percent, it could cause a number of people to want to drive this outside of the regulatory banking system and that could be of concern…because you could get into all kinds of monies moving around in actual hard currencies.

“As regards to the Caribbean, I think Jamaica probably will be the biggest one affected. In 2015, Jamaica had something

like US$1.5 billion sent from America alone to Jamaica in remittances,” he added.

Fernandez said that while the Gaston Browne administration has not officially discussed the new US measure, it is aware of the situation.

The Border Wall Funding Act Introduced to the House of Representatives on March 30, would amend the Electronic Fund Transfer Act to impose a fee for remittance transfers to certain foreign countries, and for other purposes.

Last month, the proposed bill was referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security and Investigations, the House Judiciary Subcommittee on Immigration and Border Security, and the House's Committees on Financial Services, Foreign Affairs and Judiciary.

The law is expected to have a five-year life-span during which the monies will be submitted to the US Treasury “to be expended for the purpose of improving border security.”

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What are your thoughts on interracial relationships?

Patrick: Lauderhill/Jamaica – For me, people are people, so it depends on how you feel about another person. Color to me is just color. So, if you fall in love with somebody who is not of your color or your race, it all depends on two persons, two individuals. For me, it's about people not color or inter-racial, it's how one feels about the other.

Cristina: Pembroke Pines/Panama – I believe that you can love anyone no matter the race. As long as they respect you and have a good head over their shoulders there shouldn't be a problem. Having an issue with interracial relationships should remain in the past.

Avril: St. Petersburg/Trinidad – I have been married four times- to an Iranian, Spanish, Italian, and one half-black/half-white, so I don't look at color. I'm from the islands, although there is racial tension, it's not on the list of priorities of what people worry about because of the diversity and all the different races and mixture. Dating a Black American there is cultural difference, not necessarily color. Dealing with a white person, they may say certain things, but we all have biases that we have to address.

Marjorie: Plantation/Jamaica – I don't have an issue with interracial relationships. My belief is that each person has the right to choose who they want to have a relationship with. To each his own.

However, my personal preference is a relationship with someone within my own race.

Luke: Plantation/Jamaica – As a photographer I often photograph kids birthday parties. Many of these parties are of a multiracial composition. I often find it interesting that when kids play, their focus is on the object or their affection and little or no attention to race or color of skin. It stands to reason that any prejudice towards a race is a learned culturally biased phenomenon and has very little to do with whether or not two people can make it.

Euclid: California/Trinidad – The blending of cultures, thoughts, dreams and the human aspiration for a oneness of purpose necessitates and guarantees the blending of races as it has.

Modern technology via social media allows us access to all cultures and races with a level of efficiency like never before. We are more alike than color and culture, race and religion. It's a beautiful thing, the human experience.

Vivienne: Tamarac/Jamaica – Being that I am from Jamaica I don't see interracial relationships as strange or abnormal. I am a product of an interracial marriage. I think I turned out well.

Love is love. We should all be free to love who we want no matter color or culture… plus interracial couples have exotic looking children.

Francis: Miami/Jamaica – If love is blind, then we don't see color. I'm a second generation product of it. If two people love each other, that's all that matters. If they have kids, the children should be exposed to both sides, as with President Obama, perfect example of a biracial marriage, exposed to both sides of the culture.

Whenever there is black integration into another race, there is sometimes always resistance, unfortunately, from the other side. If you can overcome that, it can be a healthy relationship.

Jolie: Lakeland/Jamaica – I support interracial relationships. I believe once there is a connection with someone then it doesn't matter what their skin color is. Love is color blind. I also think it is a great experience as you get to learn about another culture.

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Pioneer of South Florida politics stepping down One of the pioneers of South Florida politics, Ileana RosLehtinen, announced last Sunday that she will not be seeking reelection to the US Congress in the 2018 midterm elections.

At age 8 in 1962, Ileana Ros fled Cuba with her parents and settled in Miami. In 1982, the Republican made Florida history as the first Cuban-American to be elected to the Florida House.

A few years later, she made a similar historic move when elected to the state senate.

After marrying Miami attorney David Lehtinen in 1984, she ran for and was elected to the US House of Representatives in 1989, making national history as the first Cuban-American to be elected to Congress.

The name Ileana Ros-Lehtinen became a household name in South Florida politics. She was unbeatable in subsequent elections in Congressional District 27 in Miami-Dade.

Although she was a devout Republican, and not supported by the vast majority of CaribbeanAmericans voters, she gained the respect of this community in Miami-Dade.

“Ros-Lehtinen supported the diverse population of Miami-Dade. She didn't represent

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only Republicans, she tried to ensure Hispanics, Whites and Caribbean-Americans benefitted equally,” said Daniel Burgess, Caribbean American representative of the Miami-Dade Democratic Party.

“She was a fair politician, who genuinely supported Haiti and Haitians. She was there for us after the 2010 earthquake, and after every natural disaster including last year's Hurricane Matthew. She was forefront in seeing the US helped Haiti. Most importantly, she is a strong supporter for Temporary Protection Status (TPS) for Haitians along with her sister Congresswoman Democrat Frederica Wilson,” said Gert Lamouthe of the Haitian Coalition Center in Miami.

Ros-Lehtinen, who did not vote for Donald Trump in the 2017 presidential elections, is regarded as a moderate Republican, who supports some Democratic policies. These include affordable healthcare, LGBT rights, and resisting mass immigration deportation.

In a recent interview she said, “I'm not one of those name-callers that think the Democrats don't have a single good idea. Too many people think that way, and I think that's to the detriment to civility and of good government.”

With her pending departure, the District 27 seat is now up for grabs, and could be won by the Democratic Party in 2018. In last year's presidential election, the District, which includes Coral Gables, Cutler Bay, Key Biscayne,

One of the first South Florida officials to endorse Gillum's bid for governor is Broward Commissioner Dale Holness who first met Gillum in 2004.

“From that time, I recognized in Andrew Gillum, an unusually gifted politician who genuinely represents the interest of Floridians. I recognized his integrity, energy, positive thinking and dedication to astute political leadership, and commitment to job creation, providing affordable healthcare, and improving the local economy. As mayor, he showed remarkable initiative in stimulating Tallahassee's economy by refunding utility deposits to residents thus enhancing their

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purchasing powers. I genuinely believe Andrew Gillum is qualified to be Florida's next governor.”

Within days of declaring his bid for governor, Gillum raised $1 million towards his campaign.

In 2008 and 2012, Democratic candidates Alex Sink and Charlie Crist respectively, lost close elections to Scott. Several Democrats in Central and South Florida believe Gillum has the potential to excite a huge Democratic voter turnout next year, giving the party a real chance of electing the first Democratic governor since Governor Lawton Chiles'election in 1991.

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in the Derby, I have some experience in it so that's a plus. I think we have a great shot at victory,” he told National Weekly from his New York base.

Along with Classic Empire and Always Dreaming, Irish War Cry is one of the highest rated horses in the field. It is Maragh's second time riding the Graham Motion-trained colt with whom he won the Grade 2 Wood Memorial in April.

His previous appearances in the Kentucky Derby have been consistent. He finished ninth aboard Mission Impossible in 2010; third on Mucho Macho Man in 2011; twelfth aboard Alpha in 2012 and fourth with Wicked Strong in 2014.

While Mucho Macho Man and Wicked Strong went into the Derby with outstanding credentials, Maragh, 31, believes Irish War Cry represents his best chance to date.

“I have a good feeling about his chances, so I'm hoping things go smoothly,” he said.

Things have not been smooth for the Kingston-born rider in recent years. One of the

New York racing colony's top jocks, he has endured two life-threatening spills.

The second, two years ago, was more serious. Maragh suffered a collapsed lung, broken ribs and eight broken vertebrae.

“It was sixteen months of pain and hard work; I was in pretty bad health but I did what the specialist said to do and kept positive. I did everything to try and get back,” he said.

Maragh began riding in 2003 at Calder in South Florida. He has ridden over 1,600 winners to date.

He rates his two Wood Memorial victories (the first was with Wicked Strong) and Breeders Cup wins aboard Groupie Doll and Caleb's Posse among his career highlights.

None would compare, however, to winning the Kentucky Derby.

“Only 20 jockeys get to compete in the Derby so it's something you look forward to. A win would be great.”

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CEP undecided about Phillipe's political future The Provisional Electoral Council (CEP) is yet to decide the political future of former rebel leader turned politician, Guy Philippe, who recently pleaded guilty to a drug money-laundering charge in the United States.

The deal between US law enforcement authorities and Philippe could result in the former police officer avoiding a potential life sentence for cocaine trafficking.

Under the plea deal, the recommended prison sentence for Guy Philippe is nine years and the drug trafficking charge would be dropped. He also faces a US$1.5 million fine at a sentencing hearing July 5.

CEP Executive Director Uder Antoine said

that the Council has not yet decided what decision to take regarding Philippe, who was elected as a senator in last November's elections in Haiti.

The electoral decree is silent on procedures cancelling the election of an elected senator who has not yet taken an oath, Antoine said.

He said while the CEP does not intend to

leave the seat vacant, several alternatives are open including a by-election in Grand'Anse, which will entail costs or replacing Phlippe with Sorel Jacinthe, the second person with highest votes in the area.

But he made it clear that in all cases the CEP must await the verdict of the American justice system before acting.

Philippe admitted Monday in court that, as a high-ranking Haitian police commander in the city of Cap-Haitien, he accepted between $1.5 million and $3.5 million from drug smugglers from 1999 to 2003.

Prosecutors say Philippe and other police officers took the money in exchange for ensuring safe passage to cocaine shipments from Colombia and other countries that went through Haiti on their way to Miami and several U.S. destinations.

Faith leaders urge DHS Secretary to extend TPS to Haitians in US Over 400 faith leaders and representatives from various organizations on Tuesday sent a letter to Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), John Kelly urging him to extend the Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitians, for at least 18 months.

The plea follows reports that the DHS is considering ending TPS for approximately John Kelly

50,000 Haitians by January 2018 despite the fact that Haiti is still struggling to recover from the devastating earthquake of 2010.

In the aftermath of the quake, thousands of Haitians were granted TPS, which permits them to live and work in the United States.

“Extending Haitian TPS is in the national interest, as Haitian TPS holders are a self-sufficient and industrious segment of the U.S. economy and are providing invaluable economic support to family members still in Haiti, preventing further destabilization of the country. Allowing Haitian

TPS holders to remain safely in the U.S. until Haiti is sufficiently stable; honors our closelyheld moral, religious, and American values to stand for the human rights and dignity of all people, here and abroad. TPS should be extended. To do otherwise would be inconsistent with our values of hospitality, generosity, and compassion," wrote the 416 faith leaders and organizations.

The plea will also be extended to President Donald Trump as members of the Congressional Black Caucus are scheduled to write a letter that will also call for the predesignation of TPS to permit more Haitians living in the US to receive protection even as the Haiti struggles to recover fully.

Haitian heritage Month celebrations underway May is Haitian Heritage month and the celebrations are underway here in South Florida, which is home to a huge Haitian population.

Several cities are hosting events to honor the rich culture and heritage of the first Black republic. The City of North Miami launched its festivities Monday with an opening reception held at the MOCA Plaza.

This year’s theme for the City’s celebration is “Nou Se Ayiti” which translates to “We Are Haiti.”

“History books say it all. We’ve been through a lot, but we are a people of great resilience. For that reason we come together every year to mark Haitian Heritage Month in May with all out celebrations,” said organizer Linda Julien.

The City of Miami is also hosting a number of events to honor Haitian Heritage Month. Miami will kick off its celebrations Friday with an Ayisyen Mwen Ye art exhibit at the Little Haiti Culture Complex.

The City of North Miami Beach also announced its Haitian Heritage Month festivities Friday with an opening ceremony of an exhibition which will be open for the entire month at the North Miami Beach Public Library.

The screening of the film Toussaint L’Ouverture will be held at O Cinema in Miami Shores on Friday. The movie is about the successful revolt that led Haiti to its independence from France.

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19 BCPS High Schools earn national rankings Nineteen Broward County Public Schools (BCPS) are ranked among the nation's best high schools, according to U.S. News & World Report's 2017 Best High Schools national rankings.

U.S. News evaluated data from more than 22,000 public high schools in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. U.S. News recognizes high schools with gold, silver and bronze medals, with gold medals indicating the greatest level of college readiness.

The Pompano Beach High School and Cypress Bay High School, are ranked in the nation's top 500 and earning gold medals.

The U.S. News rankings highlight public schools that best serve all of their students.

Overall, the rankings focus on student outcomes with an emphasis on graduation rates and state proficiency tests. To earn a medal, schools must pass a four-step evaluation, which looks at students' performance on required state tests, their graduation rates and their college readiness. High schools receiving national recognition from U.S. News have graduation rates that are 15 percent higher, on average, than other schools across the country.

Other high schools ranked on the list are Marjorie Stoneman Douglas; McFratter Technical; Nova; Atlantidc Technical; Western; Fort Lauderdale; West Broward; Cooper City; Flanagan; Taravella J.P.; South Plantation, Monarch; Coral Springs, Monrach; South Broward; Broward Vertical; and Sheridan Technical.

Supreme Court sides with Miami in case against banks The City of Miami recently secured a major victory in its lawsuit filed against a number of commercial the banks who the city claimed practiced predatory lending methods that was largely responsible for hundreds of Miami residents losing their homes to foreclosure when the housing crisis erupted in 2008 and thereafter.

In what has been described as a historic 5-3 decision, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that cities like Miami have standing under the Fair Housing Act to sue banks that employ discriminatory lending practices.

This ruling opens the door for the City of Miami to proceed with its lawsuit, which alleges

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that Bank of America and Wells Fargo discriminated against African American and Hispanic homeowners in their mortgage terms and fees, leading to excessive foreclosures and loss of property tax revenue collected by the City.

City of Miami Commissioner Francis

Suarez, who spearheaded the City’s decision to sue the banks, said the court’s decision makes it possible for the City’s case against the banks to proceed.

“We are extremely pleased that the Supreme Court ruled in our favor,” said Commissioner Suarez. “These lending practices unfairly targeted minority homeowners, and they ended up creating a budgetary crisis for Miami, making it impossible to address our residents’ needs. Our goal in filing this lawsuit was to help redress the damage that was done to the City of Miami and our residents, and today the Supreme Court’s decision gets us one step closer to our goal.” – CNW Network

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Diaspora advisory board nomination open Nominations are being accepted for the positions of Jamaica Diaspora Advisory Board Member and Advisory Board Member Alternate for the Southern United States. The office is voluntary with a term of two years.

The deadline for nominations closes on May 14. The elected Diaspora Advisory Board Member is expected to carry out responsibilities to include: Ÿ Representing the interest of Jamaicans residing in the Southeast US to the Minister responsible for Diaspora Affairs in the Jamaican government. Ÿ Maintain a close working relationship with the Consulate General of Jamaica in Miami with responsibility for the Southeast USA. Ÿ Be a focal point for the receipt and dissemination of information that would be relevant to the Jamaican Diaspora on a timely basis. Ÿ Organizing the Jamaican Diaspora to participate in all meetings relevant to the Diaspora including the biennial Jamaica Diaspora Conference hosted in Jamaica. Ÿ Attend scheduled advisory board member meetings and be prepared to initiate creative efforts for the well-being and development of the Diaspora throughout the US. Ÿ Develop and execute financial self-sufficiency. Ÿ Information regarding the entire election process is outlined on the Advisory Board website.

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Have good oral and written communication skills.

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Physical Therapy Exercise injuries aren't only for elite athletes. Injuries can occur in the gym, in the workplace or on the dance oor. In fact, research coming out of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) shows, among other ndings, that 50% of adult Americans are engaging in some sort of physical activity. And it's no wonder. With so much technology at our ngertips, tness information and exercise routines are simply a click away. As a society, we understand the gains of good health but it's time to understand the maintenance side of good health too.

Gone are the days of solely relying on the ole R.I.C.E. method (Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation). Nowadays the mantra is “if you don't use it, you lose it”– a.k.a. muscle atrophy. Lying and waiting in bed to recover is not always the most effective technique.

Nowadays, a deeper appreciation for the mechanics of the human form allows us to repair our bodies in more beneficial ways, which is made possible through physical therapy.

weights for the shoulders or doing Supermans to stabilize the core, decrease the probability of injury in your workout regimen and even in your everyday tasks. For instance, lifting something heavy around the house or being hunched over for prolonged periods does not have to automatically equate to pain and acerbated problems. After all, common injuries include strains, pulled muscles in the back, ankle

The Superman is one of the best exercises to strengthen your upper and lower back muscles. If done regularly, the Superman may help alleviate back pain that is related to weak back muscles. In addition to strengthening back muscles, the Superman works your glutes and your hamstring muscles.

Speaking of elite athletes, there's a reason you see players on the sideline warming up and stretching before joining the game.

Warming up prepares the body for exercise by steadily bringing up the heart rate and loosening muscles. But you don't have to be a part of the National Football League to have a reason to correctly extend limbs and relax joints. Jump rope, jumping jacks, hip extensions and bicycling are easy starters to get the body ready for rigorous movement.

Certain other exercises assist with curbing injury and can be implemented without much equipment. These exercises focus on bolstering muscles around susceptible areas such as the neck, back, knees and ankles. The use of mini-bands around the ankles or light

sprains and shin splints – not necessarily major tendon ruptures.

Of course, there are specialized machines for advanced strength training and rehabilitation requirements. However, as with anything else in life, proper guidance is key, therefore, aligning with a licensed physical therapist to develop a training program specific to your lifestyle and fitness needs will help prevent injuries both in the short-term and the long-term.

The Goldson Spine Rehabilitation Center has offices in North Lauderdale, Pembroke Pines, Aventura and Plantation. To schedule an appointment, call at 866-465-3766.

The bent-over-row exercise is a great compound movement which incorporates the lats, rhomboids, rear delts, traps, and even the biceps. It is obviously a good choice to ensure you are getting as much benet out of your back training as possible.

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Three pieces of advice from a surgical oncologist when it comes to cancer “Cancer is a lifestyle change. It is always encouraged to bring family members to appointments.

Dealing with cancer is a family endeavor.”

HEALTH ADVICE DR. ALIA ABDULLA DO, FACOS SURGICAL ONCOLOGIST

Cancer can be a devastating diagnosis. As a fellowship-trained surgical oncologist I take great pride in helping provide support to my patients and their families. One of the most important parts of my job is not only to diagnose and treat the cancer, but also to guide my patient and their family through this life altering diagnosis. I always give my patients three specific pieces of advice.

“Do not rush into treatment. It is more important to do the RIGHT thing, in the RIGHT time, rather than do the right thing by accident.”

Firstly, we may have found the cancer, but the cancer doesn't know that we have found it.

Just because we found it doesn't mean that it will all of a sudden start becoming more aggressive. And because we have found it doesn't mean that we need to rush into a treatment haphazardly. It is more important to do the RIGHT thing, in the RIGHT time, rather than do the right thing by accident.

Specifically, I am referring to treatment. Once we have identified the cancer, we will need to perform a series of testing to know the extent of the disease – also referred to as the STAGE of the cancer. These tests will take time to complete. It is more important to know the extent of the cancer prior to rushing into treatment.

Overall, it is best to speak to your oncologist to know when timing is important.

There are some cancers in which days and

“Examine yourself periodically. If we were to look at our grass in our front lawn every day, we wouldn't see it grow. However, if we looked at the grass today and then two weeks from now we would see the growth and the need to cut the grass.” weeks are significant in treatment, whereas there are other cancers where months and years matter in the treatment planning.

Secondly, when examining your body for changes, such as breast self-exams or oral cancer exams, it is important to perform these self-exams periodically. If we were to look at our grass in our front lawn every day, we

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wouldn't see it grow. However, if I looked at the grass today and then two weeks from now I would see the growth and the need to cut the grass. Similarly, if we examined our mouths for cancer, and we looked for changes daily, we wouldn't notice a new lesion or discoloration, but if we did this once a month, we might notice changes much more easily.

Breast examinations for breast cancer are similar. If we performed self-exams daily, we wouldn't be able to identify a new nodule or lump, whereas if we perform the self-exams once a month, we may notice differences better. It is not important to know what cancer looks or feels like. It is more important to know what a CHANGE for your body is and tell your oncologist about this.

Thirdly, there are times when we can provide successful treatments for the cancer.

As a surgeon, I am lucky to be able to provide that amazing news at times. Other times, I am not. Even when I am able to give such great

news to a patient that their cancer is in remission I still insist that cancer is a lifestyle change. Having a support system is important.

Whether that support system is your family or a friend, you will need others in your lives. It is important to be open about your diagnosis.

I always encourage my patients to bring their families to their appointments. Dealing with cancer is a family endeavor.

There is a quote that I always reference.

This comes from a collection of essays written by cancer survivors, After the Diagnosis: Medullary Thyroid Cancer Memoirs by William Kenly.

“Cancer changes people. It sculpts us into someone who understands more deeply, hurts more often, appreciates more quickly, cries more easily, hopes more desperately, loves more openly, and lives more passionately.”

Cancer patients are truly the most amazing people I have ever met and I really feel privileged to be a part of their care.

Dr. Abdulla is a board-certified general surgeon specializing in oncology at the Center for Advanced Surgical Oncology in Miami and Hialeah, Medical Director of Surgical Oncology at North Shore Medical Center, and at Palmetto General Hospital.

Her areas of interest include minimally invasive and robotic surgery, melanoma and skin cancer, complex gastric malignancies, complex colorectal malignancies, breast cancer and sarcoma, thyroid and parathyroid surgery.

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Save Your Vision May is National Save Your Vision Month. Many of us believe that having good vision means that our eyes are healthy, but that is not always the case. Regular comprehensive eye exams can ensure that you not only maintain good vision, but that you keep your eyes, and ultimately your body, healthy as well. Getting an eye exam is the first step that you need to take to save your vision.

EYE ON HEALTH DR. MELANIE A. REESE OPTOMETRIC PHYSICIAN

Adults, especially those over age 40, should have their eyes tested yearly; not only to keep their prescriptions for glasses or contacts current, but also to check for early signs of eye disease. Your eye doctor can detect common eye diseases such as cataracts, glaucoma, dry eyes, floaters and macular degeneration. The health of your eyes is also an indicator of your overall health. Eye doctors are often the first health care providers to detect systemic diseases such as high cholesterol, high blood pressure and diabetes.

Annual eye exams are not just for adults.

Children need to get regular eye exams as well.

Healthy vision is essential to a child's ability to learn and achieve their academic potential.

Most people think that just because a child can see the eye chart at a vision screening at school or the pediatrician's office, that that means that they have perfect vision. A child who can see 20/20 can still have a vision problem. It is important for parents to know that vision screenings are not a substitute for a comprehensive eye exam. Even if your child seems to be able to see OK, and doesn't complain, you still need to schedule an eye exam.

Routine eye exams are important for everyone, no matter your age. In honor of Save Your Vision Month, please make sure you schedule your eye exam this month, if you haven't already had an exam this year.

Appropriate Diet for Eye Health Researchers have found a link between good nutrition and maintaining eye health.

Scientists now believe that some age-related eye

diseases may be slowed by vitamins and minerals found in fruits and vegetables, or taken in supplement form. Antioxidants, Minerals, and Omega-3 Fatty Acids can help prevent Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD), Cataracts, and other eye diseases.

The following vitamins, minerals and other nutrients have been shown to be essential for good vision and may protect your eyes from sight-robbing conditions and diseases.

Vitamin A is a very essential vitamin.

Found in beef, chicken, liver, cod liver oil, eggs, butter and milk it protects against night blindness and dry eyes.

Vitamin C found in sweet peppers, kale, strawberries, broccoli, oranges, and cantaloupes prevents cataracts, delays macular degeneration, and eye pressure reduction in glaucoma patients.

Vitamin D - The best source of vitamin D is exposure to sunlight. Food Sources: Salmon,

sardines, mackerel, milk, orange juice fortified with vitamin D. It helps to reduce the risk of Macular Degeneration Vitamin E found in almonds, pecans, wheat germ, sunflower seeds, hazelnuts When combined with carotenoids and vitamin C, may reduce the risk of advanced macular degeneration.

Beta Carotene found in Carrots, sweet potatoes, spinach, kale, butternut squash May protect against night blindness and dry eyes.

Lutein and Zeaxanthin found in spinach, kale, turnip greens, collard greens and squash Reduces the risk of developing cataracts and macular degeneration.

Selenium found in shrimp, crab, halibut, salmon and Brazil nuts, brown rice and enriched noodles is useful when combined with vitamins C and E, may reduce the risk of advanced macular degeneration Zinc found in Oysters, beef, black-eyed

peas, tofu, Dungeness crab, turkey (dark meat) helps vitamin A to reduce the risk of night blindness, may play a role in reducing the risk of advanced macular degeneration.

Caution should be exercised regarding three antioxidants: vitamin A, beta-carotene and vitamin E. Vitamin A in excess of 5000 units has been linked with osteoporosis. Betacarotene has been associated with lung cancer in smokers. Vitamin E in excess of 400 units has been linked with excessive blood thinning.

People who are on coumadin or aspirin should be particularly cautious about their vitamin E dosage.

A diet rich in fruits and vegetables will help prevent, or at least slow the progression of, agerelated vision loss caused by conditions such as Cataracts and Macular degeneration. If you plan to begin a regimen of eye vitamins, be sure to discuss this with your physician. Taking too much of certain vision supplements can cause problems, especially if you are taking prescription medications for health problems.

Smoking doesn't contribute to eye health Smoking harms nearly every organ in your body, including your eyes. Smokers are four times more likely to go blind in old age.

Smoking significantly increases the risk of developing Cataracts, Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD), and Diabetes. Smoking can also affect dry eye symptoms. Tobacco smoke is a known eye irritant and worsens dry eye symptoms, particularly for contact lens wearers. There is hope for smokers who want to avoid smoking-related vision loss. It is never too late to quit. Studies show that quitting smoking can have significant benefits at any age.

Dr. Melanie A. Reese is an optometrist in private practice in Sunrise, Fl. Please forward any comments or questions to reesevisioncare@gmail.com

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Spragga Benz on cruise control It's been 23 years since his first album was released, and though digital is the way to go these days, deejay Spragga Benz still thinks nothing beats the physical package.

Benz told National Weekly that he has enough material for three albums. The project with LMR Productions gets priority and is due for release in August.

He has also recorded a batch of songs for Sting International, who is famous for producing hit songs like Oh Carolina, It Wasn't Me and Angel by Shaggy.

“People still want a album from di artiste 'cause is a comprehensive thing. Mi nuh mek EP an' dem thing dey,” said the 47-year-old Benz.

He is currently working on a new album. His previous effort was 2010's Shotta Culture. Titled The Journey Continues, it is produced by LMR Productions, who are known for their work with deejay Kranium.

“Wi a deal wid Spragga Benz thing, substance all the way. Even if is a gangster tune… it might nuh always clean but wi keep it positive,”

Though he collaborates with different producers, the veteran artiste insists his sound and message is consistent.

“Wi a deal wid Spragga Benz thing, substance all the way. Even if is a gangster tune…it might nuh always clean but wi keep it positive,” he said.

It is that flow Spragga Benz credits for keeping him in the game for almost 30 years. He said fans at his shows want to hear old favorites like A1 Lover, Girls Hooray and Coulda Deal.

Like his contemporaries Beenie Man and Bounty Killer, he keeps busy doing shows. This month, he has dates lined-up for Bridgeport, Connecticut, as well as Brooklyn and The Bronx in New York.

– Howard Campbell

Déjà vu presents Celebrating mothers with Willie and Friends from Nina to Lauryn Drummer Willie Stewart and fellow musicians return to the Holy Sacrament Episcopal Church for two shows on May 13. The venue is located at University Drive in Hollywood, Miami-Dade.

Dubbed 'Celebration to Mother's Concert, the opening show starts at 5:30 pm, and the second at 8:00.

Stewart, who was a member of the Grammy-nominated Third World band for nearly twenty years, will be accompanied by singer Tessie Porter, guitarist and singer Junior Jazz, violinist/singer Nicole Yarling, saxophonist Jessie Jones and singers Que and Magic.

Keyboardists Leroy Romans and Vinnie Hamilton as well as bassist Ramale Archibald, will also perform.

Stewart said given the overwhelming response to the 2016 event, it is fitting he and his colleagues return for an encore.

“Last year's concert was amazing and inspiring and this year we intend to move our

musical magic up a few notches. Our lineup this year will be musicians and artists who will touch your heart and lift up your spirit with boundless musical energy as we pay tribute to all the wonderful mothers in our family and community,” he told National Weekly.

Proceeds from the event will go to local and overseas missions and church development projects.

In an effort to highlight the arduous journey traversed by the balck female musician and performer, Déjà Vu Theatre Productions Inc will present a jazz concert honoring two of Black America’s greatest female ambassadors, Nina Simone and Lauryn Hill.

The concert, which will be held at the Luxurious Banquet Hall in Lauderhill, Florida on May 6, will feature two rising talents. Abia Cilon will be portraying Nina Simone and Tanya Marie Greaves will portray Lauryn Hill.

The two young talents are students of jazz and music on a wiser scale and will pay tribute in song to the two icons.

Founder and President of the Caribbean/American-infused theater company known as Déjà Vu, Sharon Cummings, has a noble vision of uniting the Caribbean community and its non-Caribbean friends in one cause.

From Nina to Simone will also serve as a fundraiser for the upcoming “Ms. Lou In Color” production for our annual tribute for Caribbean Heritage month.

“We find that there are so many talented young people within our local community, but are lacking the opportunity of an outlet We at

Déjà vu theatre provides that outlet that allows them to soar. We do not always have to import the talents. Our community artist studied long and hard in honing their skills to pursue their dreams, these are our daughters, sons, nieces, nephews, cousins etc. Shouldn’t we at least support them?” Cummings said.

We hope you will come out and support our effort in showcasing these wonderful performers, it will be a soulful evening, reflection on the struggle for acceptance and love.

Master of ceremonies for the event will be Sophia Nicholson.

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Greensleeves rolls up for 40th anniversary

VP Records, which bought Greensleeves in 2008, has announced a bold reissue schedule to mark the milestone. It will release albums by Hugh Mundell, Augustus Pablo, Keith Hudson, Sylford Walker and Linval Thompson.

Those singers were instrumental in Greensleeves making a mark in the United Kingdom and other European countries during the 1980s. The label really flourished with releases from producer Henry 'Junjo' Lawes' Volcano label which had Yellowman and Barrington as their leading lights.

Most of Lawes' productions were recorded at Channel One studio in Kingston, Jamaica with the Roots Radics Band. He was

PALAS helps educate the youth The Peace And Love Academic Scholarship (PALAS, Inc.) has gone musical to address the troubling issues of violence against women and children.

Recently, they teamed up with artistes and producers to release the album, Help Educate The Youth.

Two songs have been released from the album --- Pinky Famous' We Need Justice and I Am by Csavi.

Another song (and video), Hold Them And Love Them, features 13 artists known as The RBNers.

Other tracks on the album are Marcia J. Ball's The Face of A Child, Sandra Cross (with Abewell Foundation) --SaveTthe Children, Avaran – Love Comes And Goes, Patrick Billings – Children of The World, Sons of Mystro – Ah Pure Sweetness, Steve Knight (featuring Twiggy) and more.

All songs are recorded on the PALAS rhythm which was created by Courtney (Coozie) Mellers who co-produced the album with Musical Genius of One Harmony Productions, Trevor Elliot (Musical Ambassador Productions), Oneil Darby (Music Market Productions) and Rula Brown (Bee Cat Records).

Now in its seventh year, PALAS has awarded 385 scholarships and 44 computers to Jamaican high school and university students. This year, the organization plans to award 110 scholarships to successful applicants at its scholarship awards presentation in Kingston, Jamaica on August 19.

Capital Letters signing contracts at the Shepherds Bush Greensleeves shop 1978. Chris Craknell and Chris Sedgwick

Greensleeves Records, the legendary British record company that helped introduce dancehall music to the United Kingdom, celebrates its 40th anniversary this year.

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murdered in London in 1999.

Levy maintains a strong following in the UK and Europe thanks to his work with Volcano and its ties with Greensleeves.

The company also plans to release 40th anniversary editions of two landmark albums: Culture's Two Sevens Clash and The Congos' Heart Of The Congos.

According to VP, the 40th anniversary will be commemorated with events in London, Paris and New York in the spring and summer.

A new album from Italian singer Alborosie is also in the works.

Greensleeves Records was founded in 1977 by Englishmen Chris Sedgwick and Chris Cracknell in Shepherds Bush, London.

Janet Jackson to resume tour after having son Pop star Janet Jackson has announced she will resume her world tour in September, after postponing 75 dates last year in order to start a family.

The 50-year-old gave birth to her first son, Eissa, on 3 January. In a video message to fans, she described him as "so healthy, so beautiful, so sweet, so loving, such a happy baby".

As for the tour, it will resume on 7 September in Lafayette, Louisiana, followed by a further 55 dates in the US and Canada this autumn.

The star has yet to confirm whether the 21 European dates - including shows in London, Manchester and Glasgow - will be rescheduled.

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Under threat!

World Records in danger from IAAF Many track and field world records could be erased from the books under sweeping changes proposed by European Athletics, according to the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).

If accepted when the International Association of Athletics Federation's council meets in August, American Mike Powell's long jump of 8.95 meters, his compatriot Florence Griffiths-Joyner's 100 and 200 marks of 10.49 seconds and 21.34 seconds and Moroccan Hicham El Guerrouj's 1500 meters mark of 3:26.00, could be wiped.

Other records likely to be erased would be those set by athletes from Eastern European countries who were not exposed to out-ofcompetition drug testing during the Cold War era.

However, Usain's Bolt's marks of 9.58

seconds and 19.19 seconds for 100 meters and 200 meters respectively, as well as South African Wayde van Niekerk's 43.03 seconds over 400 meters, are likely to remain.

The proposal is backed by IAAF president Sebastian Coe, who competed for Britain during the 1980s when use of steroids among athletes was common.

Under the new proposals, records that will survive include those achieved at a competition on a list of approved international events where the highest standards of officiating and technical equipment can be guaranteed and if the athlete had been subject to an agreed number of doping control tests in the months leading up to it.

Records that will be allowed to stand in instances where the doping control sample taken after the record was stored and available for re-testing for 10 years.

The European Council also recommended that a performance should be wiped from

record books if the athlete had committed a "doping or integrity violation, even if it does not directly impact the record performance".

Last year, Powell --- who broke Bob Beamon's 23-year-old mark when he leapt 8.95 metres at the 1991 World Champs in Tokyo – reacted angrily to a proposal by UK Athletics chairman Ed Warner, to scrap existing records and start again in a clean era for track and field.

In an interview with the BBC, Powell said: "The long jump is one of those events where the record has

lasted a long time.

Jesse Owens had the record for 25 years; Bob Beamon had the record for 23 years; I have had the record for 24 years, so is somebody suggesting that something was wrong with Jesse Owens and Bob Beamon, so we have to change those records too?”

Griffith-Joyner's feats at the 1988 Olympics in Seoul, South Korea have long been scrutinized, though it was never proven the American used performance enhancing drugs. She died in 1998 at age 38. – CNW Network

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Kirani James puts season on pause

Grenadian Olympic gold and silver medalist, Kirani James, has called a halt to his season due to indifferent form.

James, the 2016 Olympic silver medalist and 2012 Olympic 400 meters champion, has had an ordinary start to the 2017 season.

At the Grenada Invitational on April 8, he was a shadow of himself in winning the 400 meters in a sluggish 45.44 seconds.

His next outing, in cold and rainy conditions at the Drake Relays in Iowa in late April, James looked out of sorts and faded badly to cross the line sixth in 46.21 seconds.

James is reportedly suffering from a respiratory infection but Glance said he expects the 24-year-old quartermiler to be back to his best.

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The race was won by his perennial rival,American LaShawn Merritt, in 45.41 seconds.

“Anyone who has followed his illustrious career can tell he is not 100 per cent,” James' coach, Harvey Glance, told SportsMax.tv. “His season is on hold for now till we get him back to that point.”

“We have had six years of consistency and certainly look forward to many more.”

Bolt's records rated as best moments in IAAF history The record-breaking performances of Jamaican Usain Bolt in the 100 and 200 meters at the 2009 International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) World Championships in Berlin, are ranked the top performances for that meet by track and field's governing body.

Bolt Bolt shattered his year-old 100 and 200 meters records in an “astonishingly carefree manner,” states the IAAF on its website.

He set a new world record of 9.69 seconds for the 100 meters at the Beijing Olympics; his

mark in Berlin was 9.59 seconds which still stands. His 19.19 seconds in Berlin decimated the 19.30 seconds set in Beijing.

Bolt's compatriot, Shelly-Ann Fraser Pryce, is listed at Number 16 for her gold medal victories in the women's 100-meters, 200meters and 4×100-meters relay at the Moscow World Championships in 2013.

The IAAF World Championships is a biennial event organized by the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF). It was first held in 1983.

SPORTS

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Juventus dispatch Monaco in UEFA Champions League semifinal Juventus striker Gonzalo Higuain has scored a goal in each half to give the Italian side a 2-0 win at Monaco in the first leg of their Champions League semifinal.

Right-back Dani Alves raced into the box and back-heeled for Argentina striker Higuain to sweep home a clinical finish just before the half-hour mark on Thursday (NZ time).

The same two players combined again for the visitors' second goal on 59 minutes, Higuain tapping in from close range from an astute cross by the veteran Brazilian defender.

Monaco, featuring a bunch of gifted young players and who have scored plenty of goals this season, had their chances but kept bumping into the tightest defence in Europe's top club competition with just two goals conceded in this campaign.

Real Madrid crushed city rivals Atletico Madrid 3-0 thanks to a Cristiano Ronaldo hat-trick in the first leg of the other semi-final at the Bernabeu on Wednesday (NZT). The final leg of both semifinal games will be played on August 9 and 10 respectively.

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Jamaica, Combined Islands to clash in Lauderhill Int'l T20 Finals The Combined Islands and Jamaica will meet on Saturday at Lauderhill Sports Park in the Lauderhill T20 Night Cricket final.

They play for the Mayor's Cup, starting at 6:00.

Both teams easily beat their opponents, Trinidad and Tobago and Pakistan respectively, in the semi-finals which were also played at Lauderhill Sports Park last Saturday night.

In the curtain-raiser, the Combined Islands brushed aside defending champions Trinidad and Tobago by six wickets.

Winning the toss and electing to bat, Combined Islands restricted the free-scoring 'Trini' batsmen to a paltry 92 in 17 overs.

Timothy Surujbally (26) and Ken Singh (13)

were the only batsmen to reach double figures.

In reply, Combined Islands raced to 93 for 4 in 10.5 overs with captain Joey Pierre laying the foundation with 46 not out including seven fours and one six.

In the feature encounter, unbeaten Jamaica easily defeated Pakistan by 126 runs. Batting first, Jamaica amassed 243 for 2 in their allotted 20 overs with Sherwyn Powell (75) and Omari Williams (48) sharing an opening stand of 114. Former Jamaica and West Indies allrounder Danza Hyatt continued the momentum, smashing 58 not out including five fours and four sixes.

Pakistan faltered for 116 from 19.1 overs.

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