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By Garth A. Rose

As several Florida electoral races between Democrats and Republicans come down to the wire, especially the contentious race for governor between Democrat Andrew Gillum and Republican Ron DeSantis, the heavyweights from both parties are set to arrive in the Sunshine state this week.

On Friday, former President Barack Obama will be in Miami to offer his support to Gillum's campaign and the re-election campaign of Democratic US Senator Bill Nelson.

Preceding Obama's visit, President Donald Trump was scheduled to be in Fort Myers on Wednesday and return to the state for campaign stops in Pensacola on Saturday with DeSantis and Florida incumbent Republican Governor, Rick Scott, who is challenging Nelson for his senate seat.

The arrival of the former and current president to campaign on behalf of their respective parties is reminiscent of similar heavyweights who visited Florida in the waning

days of the 2016 presidential elections to campaign for then presidential candidates Trump and Democrat Hilary Clinton.

But as local political analyst Bruce Dally told CNW: “Something is very different in these mid-terms elections.”

“For one, there seems to be more enthusiasm from voters on both sides of the political aisle,” said Dally. “Secondly, the tone of the campaign in several of the races is much more vitriolic. Just look at tone of the political ads and the nature of the two recent debates between Gillum and DeSantis.”

The aggressive nature of the campaign for state governor, the US Senate, several US Congress races and state offices, sends a message that several of these races could be too close to call. Despite recent polls indicating Gillum is leading DeSantis by an average of 4.5 percent, members of both the Gillum and DeSantis campaigns are urging their supporters to not heed the polls.

The same message is coming from several political pundits in the state. Desreen Peres, a political analyst in Tampa, says there is so much tension surrounding the elections that the polls are unreliable.

“Anything, the simplest thing or comment, can easily change voter's minds,” Peres said.

Although millions of Floridians have already cast votes in early and mail-in votes, there's still a significant percentage, estimated at over 60 percent, who are yet to vote.

“A large bloc of voters will be voting on November 6th,” Peres said. “Party die-hards of both parties normally vote early and by mail.

Independent voters, without party affiliation, usually wait for the last day to vote. They take longer to decide who to vote for and are more susceptible to late breaking events and the late messages from the candidates. These are the people who will be more influenced by Obama and Trump. At this stage it's all about the independent voter.”

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Obama is scheduled to stump with Gillum and Nelson at the Ice Palace film studios near Overtown in Miami-Dade County.

The locations where Obama and Trump are campaigning are interesting. Miami, once considered a bastion of Republican supporters with a large Cuban-American community, has over the past decade trended towards the Democrats.

Obama won in Miami in the 2008 and 2012 presidential elections, and the region also supported Clinton over Trump in 2016.

Moreover, Miami-Dade County has the largest component of registered independent or NPA voters - 441,467 - as of last week, who could be persuaded to vote Democrat, and also the largest component of registered Democrats 593,000.

Campaigning in Fort Myers and Pensacola, Trump will be targeting traditional Republican voting blocs and his base.

Judging from the comments of voters in the region, the visit of the party leaders is keenly anticipated.

“I want to hear what closing argument Trump can give to persuade me to vote Republican in the face of so much recent negativity,” said Alex Spence, a registered independent voter of Pensacola who has not yet made up my mind who to vote for governor, senator or the US House of representatives.

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He's Royal Don Smith, owner of Caribbean Choice Restaurant, walking the Red Carpet at his birthday celebra on last weekend at the Plush Hall in West Palm Beach. (Photo seetdeh.com)

Presenta on Of Award At Pink Noire Chris ne Cedras of Bohio Beads (L), received a community award from Djenane St. Fleur, the vice-president of the Hai an-American Chamber of Commerce (HAAMCC), at the Pink Noire event last Saturday in Miramar. (Photo By David I)

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Rootzfest Ras Iyah V, founder of the Rastafari Rootzfest, pictured with Karlene Shakes (L), and Paule e Wright of the Jamaica Tourist Board at the Florida launch of the 2018 Rastafari Rootzfest in West Park last Saturday. The fes val is slated for December 14 - 16 in Negril Jamaica. (Photo Contributed) We Are Family L-R: The WZOP 92.7FM family host Nyam, Morning Drive Co-Host Karen Chung and Dj Mekka Rose pictured at the morning drive host Mickey Mike birthday party last Saturday at the Gardens. (Photo Contributed)

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Dalton Harris The Favorite To Win X Factor UK

A Jamaican singer could walk away with a recording contract and the title of X Factor UK 2018, if he continues on the stellar path he has carved for himself since entering the competition.

Jamaican singer, Dalton Andre Harris, created global buzz Sunday with his cover rendition of Whitney Houston's 'I Have Nothing.'

The performance and the cover landed him on the iTunes Top 100 UK charts at number 32, the highest of any of his fellow X Factor contestants.

"This is not a surprise to me because Dalton has always had the talent; now he has the real opportunity to show the world his true talent and potential and he is making the most of it," his manager, Donovan Germain, told Loop Jamaica reporter Claude Mills. "I just want us all to continue to support him because as long as he continues to represent on the X Factor, he will keep Jamaica in the forefront of the minds of millions of people, while also promoting the

talents of this wonderful little country."

Only three other contestants made it on to the iTunes chart.

Harris, 24, flew from Jamaica to the UK for his big break and chance to impress the judges on the show. In his audition, he sang 'Sorry Seems To Be The Hardest Word,' by Elton John, which earned him a spot on the show.

Not only did the singer secure four yeses, but he also got a huge hug from judges Louis Tomlinson, Robbie Williams and his wife Ayda Field, following his performance.

But while the international spotlight may now be starting to shine on the Sanguinetti, Clarendon-born, Kingston resident, Harris said that he's been preparing for the X Factor audition for seven years.

In 2010, Harris was crowned champion riaM of

Digicel Rising Stars, airing on TVJ. Following his competition win, Harris signed to Penthouse Records as a performing artist in Jamaica and also travelled to the U.S. and Mexico to develop his music.

In 2014, Harris got to Number One on the Jamaica dancehall charts with the single 'Pauper,' outstripping more world-renowned acts such as Vybez Kartel.

In 2015, he headlined the JAMBANA Reggae Festival and also performed at Rebel Salute in 2014 and 2013.

But despite initial success, Harris' popularity faded fast. That is set to now all change now with the X Factor. He already has three albums out.

In a Facebook post, Harris wrote, “Talk to me about being one of the most sought-after vocalists in Jamaica.”

On Sunday, Judge Simon Cowell told Harris he was in his own league vocally.

Harris now joins the 12 other finalists for the next live-show performance this weekend, with hopes of winning the top prize of a recording contract and a cash prize.

The X Factor UK airs live on AXS TV on Sundays and Mondays at 8 p.m. EST.

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Wife of St. Lucia police officer murdered Police are investigating the murder of the wife of a police officer, who was shot on Monday night just outside of the capital – Castries.

They said Kimberly de Leon, an accountant employed in the public service, was shot several times. The authorities have given no motive for the killing, but media reports said that one person is assisting in the investigations.

Meanwhile, police are continuing their investigations into the shooting death of 26 yearold Owen Francois, who was shot as he sat in a vehicle with another person on Monday night by unknown gunmen.

The police said that while both men were brought to a medical facility for treatment, Francois was pronounced dead by a medical practitioner.

Opposition Leader Phillip J. Pierre said he personally knew Francois, who lived in his Castries East constituency. “He just got a job and was trying to reorganise his life,” Pierre said, describing Francois as a very ambitious youth.

“It is very sad. I don’t want to cast any judgement. All I am saying is that we have to find a better way to resolve our conflicts.” Pierre added.

TT Gov’t Assists Families Affected By Floods Grant For Damaged Plumbing And Electricity

According to the prime minister approximately 2,000 houses have been affected by the floods and checks amounting to TT$15,000 each, will be distributed to households without children and TT$20,000 to households with children.

In addition, the Housing Development Corporation, (HDC), says residents affected by the floods will have their mortgage and rent payments deferred until January to allow them to have more money to recover.

HDC residents pay mortgages to the Trinidad and Tobago Mortgage Finance Limited and rent payments are made to the HDC.

St. Vincent Marks 39th Anniversary Of Independence On Saturday October 27th, St. Vincent and the Grenadines celebrated its 39th anniversary of political independence from Britain with Prime Minister, Dr. Ralph Gonsalves, indicating that the country has made “modest' economic growth over the past year.

Addressing a Military Parade in the capital of Kingstown, Gonsalves said that the island's diversified economy is growing and being placed on a sound footing.

“Indeed, this year, our country is experiencing economic growth, albeit it modest, following upon marginal to modest

The checks will be handed out by the Ministry of Social Development and Family Services.

Trinidad and Tobago's Prime Minister, Dr. Keith Rowley, says his government will be assisting victims of the recent floods across the island.

economic growth in each of the last seven years,” Gonsalves said. “At the same time the government's fiscal condition has improved despite the loss of substantial resources under the PetroCaribe agreement occasioned by the unwise banking and financial sanctions against Venezuela.”

Gonsalves also made reference to a proposed US$145 million modern cargo project and a multi-million-dollar plans to redevelop the city as plans to come in the southern Caribbean nation.

Saint Vincent and the Grenadines has a GDP of US $789.6 million as of 2017.

The prime minister also noted that there is a third grant that can be accessed for TT$25,000, in cases where plumbing and electrical infrastructure have been damaged.

On the weekend of Oct. 19th, the twin island republic experienced torrential rainfall, which according to officials, resulted in a full month's worth of rain over a two-day period. It was estimated that 80 per cent of the country was affected by flooding.

Several organizations, as well as Caribbean Community (CARICOM) member states have offered to assist the country in the recovery process.

Jamaicans Urged To Always Be Prepared For Earthquakes Jamaica's Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management, (ODPEM) says it understands and acknowledges the concerns and anxieties of Jamaicans given the spate of earthquakes in the country and the wider Caribbean in the past two months.

“Our partners in the community of practice have advised that despite the frequency with which the region has been experiencing events of this nature, it is not an indication of an increase in the occurrence of earthquakes on a global scale,” ODPEM director general, Major Clive Davis, said in a statement.

He said that in the case of Jamaica,

research has shown that the island experiences an average of 200 earthquakes each year.

“Most of these are usually small and may not even be felt by humans,” he added but urged nationals to be proactive and prepared.

“We ask that you put preparedness measures in place to manage earthquakes.

These include the identification and securing of items in your facility which, in an earthquake, could fall or topple and result in blockage of exit paths or cause injury. Plan and rehearse your response to Earthquakes. Have a disaster plan for your family, business or institution,” Major Davis said.

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Talk UP What are your main concerns for the General Elections on Novemebr 6th and do you plan on voting?

Bianca, Pompano, FL "A main concern or big issue for me in the General Election is reinstating the right to vote to individuals who have been incarcerated. Being a minority and having numerous family members in the system, it's heartbreaking to see that they have less rights than anyone else. Regards of the charges and whether they completed their time, they still are denied rights that should be granted to everyone."

Shannon, Davie, FL "Yes absolutely! I am going to vote tomorrow because I get off early so, I am definitely voting in the General Elections. I'm not waiting until November 6th. I enjoy gambling, but Amendment 3 empowers voters – not politicians and lobbyists. For decades, Florida voters decided casino gambling issues in the Sunshine State.

Then politicians took that power for themselves. This Amendment simply returns control of casino gambling issues to the voters. That's how it used to work in Florida and how it still works in states across the country.”

Nicolette Sunrise, FL "A major concern is increasing minimum wage to $15 an hour. As a society we work extremely hard to make ends meet and everything seems to not be enough. Bills increase constantly, food prices increase, our basic necessities are overpriced and we simply cannot survive on the current minimum wage. That is why we have so many people are living in poverty."

Yvonne, Dania Beach, FL "Yes, I voted early to make sure I got it done and without having to wait too long. Voting is a way to let your voice be heard. Minimum wage going up to $15 an hour will be amazing because right now minimum wage is roughly about $8 an hour. No one can live off $8 an hour with the prices here in Florida. Working for $8 an hour is like working for free! You could work 50 hours a week and still end up behind on your rent, not to mention other bills not even being touched yet because financially you just cannot make ends meet with minimum wage. I am hopeful that everyone will get out and vote, vote, vote. We need this change."

Janet, Pembroke Pines, FL "I actually voted today on my lunch break and it's so ironic I'm answering this question now because my entire work staff and I were discussing Amendment 3, which isn't exactly the MOST important issue but still voting yes to Amendment 3 allows our elected officials to focus on more important issues. Unfortunately, casino interests have so much money and influence that they often 'set the agenda' in Tallahassee. Amendment 3 takes the power away from Tallahassee, so our elected officials can stop focusing on gambling and start working on issues that affect all of us, like: education, traffic, healthcare, jobs and the environment - just to name a few!"

Fritz, Miramar, FL "Yes, I am voting, and I think the main issue I'm concerned with is the selection of the governor of Florida.

I think we need to get all these racists out of power. Rick Scott is a racist and so is DeSantis. We really need the Democratic Party to take over the House and stand up to Donald Trump since the Republicans won't. The President doesn't have as much power as people think."

Lucas, Plantation, FL “A huge issue I couldn't wait to vote 'yes' for is giving back the right to vote to convicted felons who have completed their sentence. Restoring convicted felons who have served their time with their right to vote again. A lot of the time people who serve their time learn a lot about politics and want to have their voices heard. Once their time is served, they should be given the right to vote and make a change or difference in the society they will be a part of again. A free man deserves his rights to vote."

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Make America Sane Again Too frequently now, events are occurring in these United States which seem completely implausible, totally bizarre and beyond comprehension.

Why, for example, does an individual make and mail potentially explosive bombs to political leaders and others? Why does a man leave his home, and without provocation, go to a place of worship to shoot and kill unsuspecting worshippers?

In the past two years, hardly a day has gone by without news of seemingly crazed and bizarre events or some bizarre, outrageous comment being made by public figures.

As the crazed, bizarre behavior is repeated, people react with fear of the unexpected. On Sunday, people who attended church on a regular basis expressed fear of strangers among their congregation in wake of the shooting at the Jewish temple in Pittsburg, Pennsylvania.

Lately, some CaribbeanAmericans have voiced concern about being caught in the dilemma of staying in America or returning to their respective homelands, because of what seems like the escalation of insanity in their American communities.

There's this tendency as communities seem to spin out of control, for blame, including from the media, to be placed on elected leaders. While there may be some justification in this as communities react to control systems established by elected leaders, citizens also need to bear responsibility.

It's citizens who elect community

People mourn in Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall during a community gathering held in the aftermath of the deadly shooting at the Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh, Sunday, October 28, 2018. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)

leaders. If the community elect incompetent leaders, it's likely communities will be led by incompetence and bizarre events that unnerve these communities will continue.

In a few days, eligible voters in Florida and across the US have another opportunity to elect leaders they hope can lead in ways that minimizes, if not eradicates, the bizarre, seemingly insane events in various communities.

For Floridians, the most important leader to elect may be their governor. In America, governors have much power and responsibility as the head of the state and the government of that state. If instead of a federation of 50 states, America had 50 independent states, the governor would effectively be the president of each state.

Like governors in other states, the candidate Floridians elect as their next governor will be responsible for implementing state laws and overseeing the operation of the state executive branch. He will advance and

pursue new and revised policies and programs, using a variety of tools, among them executive orders, executive budgets and legislative proposals and vetoes.

Although the governor will implement his responsibilities and objectives with the support and assistance of department and agency heads, he has the authority to appoint these officials. He will also be responsible for appointing state court judges and senior officials in law enforcement.

The new governor will determine how the state's healthcare is administered, and how the state will ensure if every Floridian has equal access to healthcare or not. It's the governor who will influence how the state's economy functions, if businesses will thrive or not; how many people have access to jobs and if the minimum wage increases or not.

It's the responsibility of the new governor to effectively balance his management to ensure Florida adheres to the broader Constitution of the USA while adhering to the

peculiar Constitution of the state.

Most importantly, it's the role of the governor to have the strength to govern objectively for the interest of the state, even if this means differing from the policies of the nation's president.

In short, it's important that on November 6th, Floridians elect a governor that puts the interests of Floridians first, and not be beholden to political motivations from outside the state. This new governor must not cower before actions that seem bizarre, implausible and even insane.

Since the role of Florida's governor is dependent on laws passed in the state Legislature, it's also important voters elect state senators and representatives that are supportive of the governor's mission for the state.

Florida should also be seeking fearless, objective qualities in the individuals they elect to represent the state in the US Senate and House of Representatives. Those elected to represent the state in the federal chambers must be ready to resist actions that seem abnormal and could negatively impact Floridians.

The same principle of course, relates to the election of every other public officer. The service the community receives from its elected officials is dependent on whom the community elects. Every district, city, county, state and the nation, need leaders to focus on establishing and maintaining systems that generate order throughout.

American communities shouldn't have to endure series of frequent bizarre, insane events. The power lies in every voter to ensure American communities are managed to make America sane again. This Election Day vote like your life depends on it, because it really does. #BeAVoter.

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Florida March For Black Women At Little Haiti Cultural Center The Florida March for Black Women and Girls returns to Miami this year, three days before the Nov. 6th Election, - on Saturday, November 3rd at The Little Haiti Cultural Center from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

This year, the women leaders and advocates will hold satellite rallies in every county in the state to encourage resistance through voter participation.

The March is organized by Femme Agenda, a coalition of local organizations consisting of members and the support of The Women's March, Planned Parenthood of South, East, North Florida: The New Florida Majority, Power U Center Social Change, National Latina Institute for Reproductive Health-Florida Latina Advocacy Network, SOUL Sisters Leadership Collective, Florida Immigrant Coalition, Women's march, Overtown Children and Youth Center and the League of Women Voters.

The free event will begin with a briefing on the gubernatorial candidates and policies that are on the Florida mid-term election ballot.

Afterward, members and attendees will travel north to the Lemon City Library to cast their votes on the last Saturday of early voting. A block party rounds out the afternoon, with food, and music by DJ Spinelli, and compelling speeches from Shariece Wright of the Florida Immigration Coalition; immigration and economic justice activist, Laura Pierre and members of Power U and Queen Yolane.

Creating Awareness On Earthquakes In Haiti Haitian officials are seeking to raise awareness among nationals on measures to be taken in the event of another earthquake.

An expert mission of the Institute of Geological Studies of the US (USGS), recently visited Haiti as part of the collaboration between the USGS and Haitian institutions

involved in seismic risk management.

The objective of the mission was to identify and raise the awareness among the population, and in schools in particular.

The American delegation, accompanied by the staff of the Technical Unit of Seismology of the Office of Mines and Energy (UTS/BME), went to the Ministry of the Environment, where they met Dwinel Bélizaire, director of the National Observatory of Environment and Vulnerability, (ONEV).

Mission Expert-Coordinator, Susan

Hough, spoke on the development of a national awareness program to reduce loss of life and property during an earthquake. This program will be funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID - Haiti) and will also focus on building the capacity of the national institutions involved.

For his part, Bélizaire presented to the experts an inventory of the situation of the national network of seismic monitoring established across the country. He took the opportunity to announce the strengthening of

the network with the pending installation of two additional seismological stations.

This reinforcement operation will enable the Ministry of the Environment to bring the national network of monitoring to 12 seismological stations, which will be interconnected and which will automatically ensure the transmission of GURALP broadband data.

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Superintendent Robert Runcie Tours Lauderdale Lakes Schools Last week, Dr. Robert Runcie, Broward County School Board Superintendent, made several stops in the City of Lauderdale Lakes.

Superintendent Robert Runcie takes a selfie with kids from the Broward County Public Schools (BCPS) Jumpstart’s Read for the Record on October 25, 2018.

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comments as Election Day draws closer.”

“He has already called Gillum a 'thief' in a tweet on Monday,” she said. “He also lied that Gillum was an ineffective mayor in Tallahassee. I am anxious to hear Barack push back on these atrocities coming from Trump.”

Should Gillum win the gubernatorial election, he will be Florida's first AfricanAmerican governor. It will also be the first time a Democrat has become Florida's governor since 1998. If Nelson is re-elected, it would be his third victory for the US Senate seat since 2000.

The next governor of Florida is destined to play an influential role in the pending 2020 presidential elections, in which it seems certain Trump will be seeking re-election.

During the Superintendent's visit, he met with Mayor Hazelle Rogers, City Manager Phil Alleyne and other staff to discuss local schools and their safety.

According to Mayor Hazelle Rogers, the City of Lauderdale Lakes is heavily involved with the Broward County Schools located within the City limits. City staff has been actively engaged in the schools noting their participation in the Network For Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE), and the National Community Planning Month of programming.

During the meeting, the Mayor and Dr. Runcie spoke about additional funding sources for School Resource Officers (SRO) and the Guardian Program, which will help offset the expense to provide trained SRO officers in each campus located in the “We Care” City.

The meeting concluded with a tour of the 2 Broward County Elementary Schools located in Lauderdale Lakes: Oriole Elementary and Park Lakes Elementary School. Dr. Runcie, Mayor Rogers and city staff had the opportunity to visit classrooms, speak with the principals and enjoy a brief math lesson with an excellent group of fourth graders.

Pipe Bomb Suspect Has Florida Rap Sheet threatening to throw a bomb in a conversation with a Florida utility representative, according to Ronald Lowy, a Miami attorney who represented him.

Dade County court records showed Sayoc served a year's probation after a judge signed a discharge certificate in November 2002.

Court records also show that Sayoc was convicted in the 1990s in Broward County on grand theft and stolen property charges and in 2004 on a felony charge of fraudulent refunds and misdemeanor of tampering with physical evidence.

Sayoc is currently in custody in Florida in connection with mail bombs sent to prominent Democrats and CNN. More than 10 mail bombs have been sent in recent days to political opponents of the president.

As federal authorities charged 56year-old pipe bomb suspect and Florida resident Cesar Sayoc, Jr. with five federal crimes including mailing explosives, Associated Press reports say the New York-born man has a lengthy criminal and court record in Florida.

According to the AP, Sayoc, who was arrested at an auto parts store in the nearby city of Plantation on Friday, Oct. 26, 2018, has been convicted on theft, stolen property and traffic charges and in 2002 on a threat to "throw, place, project or discharge any destructive device."

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the Island Flavor Organizers of the Grace Jamaican Jerk Festival are cooking up a delectable day of family fun, fantastic food, and non-stop entertainment for thousands of attendees who will descend on Markham Park, Sunrise this Veteran's Day, Sunday, November 11. Festivalgoers will have a chance to immerse themselves in authentic Caribbean culture, sample the bold and spicy cuisine, experience top-notch performances, and so much more.

Eddy Edwards, the festival's CEO, is looking forward to their 17th annual installment and is inviting everyone to come out and “savor the island flavor” at South Florida's premier Caribbean food event. “We are excited about the improvements and additions to this year's festival because our goal is always to deliver an enjoyable and satisfying patron experience and to exceed all expectations,” he says.

With over 25 food vendors serving up flavorful favorites like jerk pork and jerk chicken, mouthwatering delicacies such as jerk conch and jerk lobster, and the famous jerk ice cream, there'll be something on the menu to please every palate at this event, which has become a prominent fixture in South Florida's festival landscape.

Fans will come for their favorite festival features like the Publix Culinary Pavilion, where cooking chops are tested in fierce competitions and top chefs offer exciting cooking demos; the Western Union Stage, which showcases Caribbean culture

through performance art; and the Main Stage, which will this year showcase top-tier gospel artists earlier in the day, and reggae legends including Marcia Griffiths and Freddie McGregor who will bring the night to a close with electrifying performances.

In addition to old favorites, patrons can expect to enjoy some new attractions such as a farmer's market, where they can purchase fresh, authentic produce from Jamaica! Event organizers partnered with Farm Up to offer this feature and proceeds will go to farmers on the island. Another exciting component will be a culinary museum, where you can learn about the famous jerk—how it all started and how it has evolved over time.

Of course, the kids are always covered with exciting rides and fun things to do in the Kidz Zone. Millennials and the young-at-heart can get their adrenaline going at the Party Pavilion Hot Zone, which will feature top DJs on the ones and twos, spinning the latest hits as well as classic reggae, dancehall, and soca.

For those looking to indulge in a more exclusive experience, VIP Vibe offers the best of everything—including a prime viewing area in front of the main stage, elegant décor, delectable gourmet tapas, unlimited drinks, a full bar, and VIP parking.

Edwards is encouraging everyone to “get your tickets early and come out and enjoy this cultural and culinary feast; bring

your friends, neighbors, and your entire family.” For general admission, kids 10 and younger are free!

Tickets are now on sale at the festival's official website www.JerkFestival.com and are also available at retail outlets in Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties.

The 17th Annual Grace Jamaican Jerk Festival is presented

by Jamaican Jerk Festival USA, Inc. in association with Partners for Youth Foundation. Sponsors are Grace Foods, Publix Supermarkets, Western Union, The Jamaica Tourist Board, Greater Ft. Lauderdale Visitors & Conventions Bureau, WAVS 1170, National Weekly and VP Records.

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There's a lot to enjoy at the Grace Jamaican Jerk Festival which takes place on November 11 at Markham Park in Sunrise. Patrons may want to saunter to the VIP area where an extra treat awaits.

In addition to exquisite decor and plush seating, there will be a variety of delectable gourmet tapas-style fare, waiter service, complimentary champagne, open bar, swag bags, exclusive parking and frontstage viewing, without leaving the VIP area. Mingle and network with celebrities while enjoying a VIP menu courtesy of Chef Patrick Adams. This all-inclusive VIP experience starts at noon and ends at 8 pm.

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OFFERINGS

Jumbo Lump Crab and Lobster Cake with Citrus Glazed and Spiced Lime Coriander Aioli

Jerk Mini Burgers with Smoked Brie & Smoked Apple Bacon

Coconut Shrimp In a Lemongrass Curry

Tostones Jerk Chicken Kebobs with Bell Peppers and Onions topped with Mango Chutney Conch, Crab & Squid Ceviche In a Corn Tortilla Cup Caribbean Style Curry Chicken with white rice and served with a light curry broth (served in a martini glass) Jerk Pork Skewers Braised Goat With Infused Black Trufe Cheese Grits In a Tart Shell

Dessert Assorted Cupcakes Chocolate, Vanilla, Carrot and Raisinette, Coconut, Red Velvet & Vanilla Rum

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PUBLIX COOK-OFF

Brings The Fire Markham Park, Sunrise is the place to be this Veteran's Day, Sunday, November 11 for the Biggest Caribbean Food Festival in the USA! We're back and we're celebrating 17 years of hot and spicy flavor, culture, entertainment, and just about everything you want in a fantastic day of Caribbean food, fun, and family.

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The Public Culinary Pavilion, one of the event's hottest features, lures patrons year after year to experience fierce cooking competitions and mouthwatering foods. This year two of South Florida's premier news anchors will face off in the Celebrity Quick Fire Challenge. Two-time champion Local 10's Todd Tongen is looking to hold on to his title, accepting the challenge from South Florida entertainment maven turned morning anchor, NBC 6's Roxanne Vargas.

The returning champion is encouraged and states, “This year I will be going for a three-peat at the Jerk festival. While I may have been born in Minnesota, I have jerk and curry running through my veins and have been told I am a Jamaicasotan!

Respect!” Can Tongen's jerk dish back up his talk or will Vargas deliver an upset with her cooking skills?

WSVN 7 sports director Donovan Campbell and Miss Jamaica Universe Emily Maddison will also be putting their

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Quick Fire COMPETITION

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cooking chops to the test in the Celebrity Quick Fire Challenge.

Miss Jamaica World Beach Beauty 2009 Kamila McDonald—an accomplished sports nutritionist and personal trainer—will be jetting in with her mini-me for a quick mommyand-me cooking demonstration sure to excite the taste buds. Then, Straight Outta Raleigh, North Carolina are food artist Treisha Hall and her partner Executive Chef Ken Dixon. They can't wait to showcase their Jamaican Mi Creole Couples Cooking Demonstration for those who enjoy cooking together.

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THE GRACE VILLAGE Jerkfest is not all about ‘Jerk.’ There are lots of other activities and culinary delights for everyone to indulge. And the Grace Village offers just that.

Beverage and Coconut Water Sampling

Culinary Corner with Chef Chad Cherry

PATTY EATING CONTEST Patty Sampling and Pre Contests to the Patty Eating Contest on Main Stage

GRACE JERK WINGS Dance-off GRACE JERK WINGS SAMPLING Flavoured to the bone with authentic seasonings and spices form the hills of Jamaica, one bite of the Grace Jerk Wings transports you to a place of high energy, rhythm, and vibes. It totally encompasses the true meaning of flava with a beat and as such, we decided there was no better way to introduce the product to our consumers than through music and dancing with a Jamaican flair.

The Grace Jerk Wings Dance Off will feature 4 – 5 contestants vying for the Ultimate prize of a Grace Basket that will include $200 cash. To gain one of the available spots, interested persons would need to participate in a pre – competition that will be announced throughout the day. They will be judged on how well they execute the Jerk Wings Dance, and how they flow with the beat. A special Jingle has been developed for the completion and we expect the overall competition to bring added excitement to the festival.

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The Cultural Stage To Highlight Drums, Fashion and Patois Spelling Bee at Grace Jamaican Jerk Festival The intoxicating and hypnotic rhythms of Afro-Caribbean drumming will lure Jerk Festival lovers into Markham Park, Sunrise for a spectacular display of Caribbean culture at the 17th annual Grace Jamaican Jerk Festival on Sunday, November 11, 2018. The event, which offers a feast of jerk foods, authentic culture, and entertainment, has become a staple in South Florida's cultural landscape and attracts thousands of people.

For cultural stage coordinator, Bridget Edwards, organizing an extraordinary program each year is essential to showcasing and preserving the culture, while educating and entertaining attendees. “We're always finding innovative ways to present our heritage and incorporating different elements that are in line with our culture,” Edwards says.

“Under this year's theme “Let The Drums Speak,” our Caribbean culture will reverberate from the corporate area and throughout the entire Markham Park,” says an ecstatic Edwards, adding that they are expanding the activities outside of the “Corporate Circle.” In

Sasa African Dance Theater

addition to having company booths, they will feature dancers, drummers, models, and a high-energy Drum Circle. The festival's organizers have also partnered with Project E.A.T. (Ecology. Agriculture. Trade), an organization dedicated to ending poverty and eliminating hunger through food security, land preservation, market access, and food safety.

Project E.A.T.'s models will showcase upcycled clothing and their recycled home goods will be on display. “This is very typical of our culture,” says Edwards, explaining that Caribbean people have always been recycling and repurposing items—in other words, “tun yuh hand and mek fashion,” she adds.

The Western Union Stage kicks off its performances at 12 noon and will continue until 3 p.m with an exceptional show celebrating the culture through music, dance, comedy, spoken word, fashion, drama, and more. Fashion designer Cholla Williamson of “Covered by Grace” will feature bold and stylish African designs—all handcrafted in West Africa by skilled artisans. For lovers of Afro-Caribbean

drumming and dancing, the Sasa African Dance Theater will not disappoint with their uptempo beats and moves; and for the kids, Drumming Fingers will offer instructional drumming and dancing, inviting audience participation. Author Ettosi Brooks will present a dramatized reading of her book Stori, Stori, Stori: Adventures in Rhythm, using music and dance, and Transitions author Meleisha Jocelyn will perform spoken word.

Keeping the audience engaged with his comedic genius will be Western Union Cultural Stage emcee Chris “Johnny” Daley. He's teaming up with author and cultural performer Maxine Osbourne for a workshop to make the case that patois is a language, drawing on its linguistic qualifications and the philosophies of cultural icon Louise Bennett.

Together they will delve into popular patois words, explain them, and engage audience members in a patois spelling bee and quiz for a chance to win exciting prizes.

Edwards says, “Chris is a part of the Jerk Festival family. He will do more than introduce the acts—he will perform, get audience members to join in, and may even do a little drumming himself. You never know what exciting things will happen on the Western Union Cultural Stage, that's why we ask everyone to come out early and dance, sing, and drum with us.”

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The MAIN Stage Freddie McGregor, Marcia Grifths, Alison Hinds & More Throngs of food and music lovers will flock to Markham Park, Sunrise on Sunday, November 11, 2018, to immerse themselves in the highly anticipated 17th annual Grace Jamaican Jerk Festival—the largest Caribbean Food Festival in the USA. Expectations are high especially among faithful fans, who have become accustomed to the excellence this event delivers, with everything from spicy jerk foods and cooking competitions to cultural presentations and electrifying entertainment.

According to festival director Abdul Muhsin, “The Jamaican Jerk Festival has always been that gathering where families come together—that annual reunion where people come to celebrate and enjoy Jamaican culture.

Our event has become like a ritual, and we always try to expand the genre, celebrating the vintage, the current, and the “feel-good” parts of our culture.”

Musical Explosion Muhsin is ecstatic about the caliber of artists he has curated to perform on the Main Stage. “We have such a wonderful lineup. This show will be nostalgic, energetic, and full of pageantry, bringing the festival to a crescendo and closing out the night on a high.” Attendees will experience the intoxicating melodies of reggae royalty Marcia Griffiths, the incomparable harmonies of vintage greats The Mighty Diamonds, the smooth silky vocals of the legendary Freddie McGregor, and the high-

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Alison Hinds

Chino

Naomi Cowan

Ding Dong

energy performance and hypnotic gyrations of the “Queen of Soca” Alison Hinds.

“Marcia Griffiths is bringing with her 50 years of performance and recording,” says Muhsin. “She's organically connected to the music and delivers it with such a soft yet powerful and distinctive sound, so you can expect nothing less than the best from her.” He says Freddie McGregor, another legendary artist, has a “foundation authenticity and delivers his hits with an unmistakable, melodic sound.” To round out the Main Stage, the audience will enjoy high-octane performances from contemporary artists like Chino and Ding Dong Ravers, the vocal stylings of L.U.S.T., and see up and coming talents like Naomi Cowan, and Florida-based Mikal Rustle and Susan

Sultry, who are sure to make lasting impressions. Comedian Pretty Boy Floyd and actress Audrey Reid will host and serve as emcees, and the versatile Code Red is the official backing band.

For gospel music lovers, the Main Stage will feature contemporary Caribbean gospel artists including Saba Revolution, Sister Pat, Prodigal, Second Chance, Bridget Blucher, and The Flame, in a glorious musical hosted by Brother Gary and Brother Bunji.

Party Non-Stop The real party people can find their spot over at The Party Pavilion Hot Zone, where it's always “lit!” Under the theme “Reggae Meets

Soca,” the Hot Zone will have non-stop music and dancing from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., with music

by Eccentrix, Firm Music, and Iron Heart along with top DJs Dr. Esan, Giselle Wassi One, Eternal Vybz, and DJ Twiggy spinning the latest reggae, dancehall, and soca tunes. If you think you can dance, this is the place to put your moves to the test and turn up the temperature in the high-energy dance contest.

“I want everyone to come early and open up your hearts to some serious entertainment. This is a chance to transfix your mind to your culture. We need to understand that what we have is all we have... and it needs to be preserved and cultivated. But we can always share it—so bring your friends and let them see the culture in all its glory,” Muhsin adds.

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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO Gates open at 10:00 am

No Re-entry for general admission ticket holders

Allowed items Lounge chairs Blankets Umbrellas (hand-held) Baby strollers Non-professional equipment Cameras without detachable lenses * Lounge and umbrella chairs are to be placed on the outskirts of the crowd as a courtesy to other spectators

Disability Access & Accommodations We want to make sure that all food lovers have access to the Jerk Festival experience.

Special needs patrons call 305-786-361-1103 or visit our website at www.JerkFestival.com Kids at Jerk Festival Coming to the Jerk Festival with a youngster in tow? Children aged 10 and under are admitted FREE if accompanied by a ticketholding adult. There is no limit on the number of kids per adult, within the discretion of the front gate staff.

Heat Relief Heatstroke is not cool. Drink lots of water.

Wear sunscreen.

Safety & Medical We are making every effort to create a safe environment on the festival grounds, including public and private security and medical staff. If you need any assistance, seek out the medical tent, or look for a festival staff member.

Lost & Found During the Festival, look for lost items at the Lost & Found booths at the Corporate Circle.

After the Festival, you can inquire about lost items here. Valuables will be held for 30 days and then donated to a local charity. Jamaican Jerk Festival USA, Inc. will not be held liable for any unclaimed items.

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Weapons of any kind Illegal substances (narcotics or drug paraphernalia)

Alcohol (alcohol will be sold at the Festival)

Glass containers Food or beverages Skateboards, scooters, or personal motorized vehicles Fireworks and Explosives

Large umbrellas Pets (except service dogs) Video equipment: No recording allowed

Professional camera equipment (no detachable lenses, no tripods, big zooms, or commercial use rigs)

Any audio recording equipment No illegal vending permitted.

No unauthorized vendors allowed.

Unauthorized solicitations, handbills, sampling, give-aways.

Disclaimer All persons attending the Grace Jamaican Jerk Festival do so at their own risk. No liability is assumed by Event producers, managers, promoters, sponsors, or others associated with the Event.

By attending, you give the Jerk Festival the right to videotape and/or photograph any and all activities, events, and performances within the festival site, including all attendees and patrons and the right to use your photo, likeness, and voice captured on video or photography in any manner to promote the Jerk Festival.

Reproductions of the Festival's name or logo are strictly prohibited. Violators will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.

Due to artist's requests, absolutely no video cameras of any kind are allowed in the Festival concert area.

To Keep the Jerk Fest safe and healthy, Event ofcials ask that you report any violations to the above policies to either the Jerk Festival security or any uniformed ofcers on site and to assist in helping to keep the Festival grounds clean in using available receptacles.

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The Vendors Corporate Billera Law Caribbean Airlines Grace Foods USA JN Bank Ltd. Corp Jamaica Tourist Board Laribo Marketing PNC Bank Publix SSMC Xpress Int’l LLC The Partners for Youth Foundation Victoria Mutual Building Society

Vitamalt Western Union Only The Best Printing Greater Ft. Lauderdale Visitors & Conventions Bureau Jamaicans.com Digicel AT&T Broward County Property Appraisers Jamaica Coffee Growers Assoc.

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Arts & Craft Covered by Grace African Designs Dinious Enbois Originals Mamadou Oil One World Culture Simply Best Styles Non-Profit Ecology Agriculture Trade dba E.A.T

Food Vendors

JN Money Services (USA) Inc., Licensed money transmitter in the states of Florida, by the Office of Financial Regulations, and Georgia, by the Department of Banking and Finance.

Alpine Fruit Bev Jerk Center Blizzard Ice Cliff's Restaurant Corn Roasters Donna's Caribbean Restaurants Dr. Spice Gary's Fruits Houtea Jerk Kitchen Jay's Jerk Jude Famous Pepper Shrimp King Roast Corn Kingston Delight McCoy's Pepper Shrimp and Grill Miss Froztee Mystic Pina Colada Nocturnal Marketing Paradise Caribbean Cuisine Tropical Smoothie Reggae Pon Di Grill Royal Burgers & Jerk Sannicole's Little Kitchen TASE Veggie Soul Food Planet Uncle Junior's Jerk Ice Cream

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HEALTH and Wellness

It’s November, And We’re Putting The Spotlight On

Alzheimer's Disease Alzheimer's Disease is one of the most devastating diseases affecting families across the world. The worst thing about this disease that usually affects people in their senior years, is that it robs the patient of his/her cognitive health and virtually removes them from the family, even when they are still alive.

Unfortunately, the disease affecting a family member usually takes a high emotional toll on the rest of the family.

What Is Alzheimer's Disease?

Alzheimer's disease is an irreversible, progressive brain disorder that slowly destroys memory and thinking skills, and eventually, the ability to carry out the simplest tasks. In most people with Alzheimer's, symptoms first appear in their mid-60s.

It is estimated that an average 5.5 million Americans may have Alzheimer's. The disease is currently ranked as the sixth leading cause of death in the United States, but more recent estimates indicate the disease may rank third, just behind heart disease and cancer, as the leading cause of death for older people.

Dementia And Alzheimer's Alzheimer's is the most common cause of dementia among older adults. Dementia is the loss of cognitive functioning - thinking, remembering and reasoning - and behavioral abilities to such an extent that it interferes with a

Signs And Symptoms

person's daily life and activities.

Dementia ranges in severity from the mildest stage, when it is just beginning to affect a person's functioning, to the most severe stage, when the person must depend completely on others for basic activities of daily living.

The causes of dementia can vary, depending on the types of brain changes that may be taking place. It is common for people to have mixed dementia - a combination of two or more disorders, at least one of which is dementia. For example, some people have both Alzheimer's disease and vascular dementia.

Alzheimer's disease is named after Dr. Alois Alzheimer. In 1906, he noticed changes in the brain tissue of a woman who had died of an unusual mental illness. Her symptoms included memory loss, language problems, and unpredictable behavior.

After she died, he examined her brain and found many abnormal clumps - now called amyloid plaques - and tangled bundles of fibers now called neurofibrillary, or tau tangles.

These plaques and tangles in the brain are still considered some of the main features of Alzheimer's disease. Another feature is the loss of connections between nerve cells or neurons in the brain. Neurons transmit messages between different parts of the brain and from the brain to muscles and organs in the body.

Changes In The Brain It seems likely that damage to the brain starts a decade or more before memory and other cognitive problems appear. During this preclinical stage of Alzheimer's disease, people seem to be symptom-free, but toxic changes are taking place in the brain.

The damage initially appears to take place in the hippocampus, the part of the brain essential in forming memories. As more neurons die, additional parts of the brain are affected, and they begin to shrink. By the final stage of Alzheimer's, damage is widespread and brain tissue has shrunk significantly.

Memory problems are typically one of the first signs of cognitive impairment related to Alzheimer's disease. Some people with memory problems have a condition called Mild Cognitive Impairment, (MCI). In MCI, people have more memory problems than normal for their age, but their symptoms do not interfere with their everyday lives. Movement difficulties and problems with the sense of smell have also been linked to MCI. Older people with MCI are at greater risk for developing Alzheimer's, but not all of them do. Some may even go back to normal cognition.

The first symptoms of Alzheimer's vary from person to person. For many, decline in nonmemory aspects of cognition, such as wordfinding, vision/spatial issues and impaired reasoning or judgment, may signal the very early stages of Alzheimer's disease.

Studies indicate that such early detection may be possible, but more research is needed before these techniques can be relied upon to diagnose Alzheimer's disease in everyday medical practice.

Support For Families And Caregivers Caring for a person with Alzheimer's disease can have high physical, emotional and financial costs. The demands of day-to-day care, changes in family roles and decisions about placement in a care facility, can be difficult.

Becoming well-informed about the disease is one important long-term strategy. Good coping skills, a strong support network and respite care are other ways that help caregivers handle the stress of caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's. Many organizations sponsor inperson and online support groups, including groups for people with early-stage Alzheimer's and their families.

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Man Up Your Mouth

by Dr. Sharon Robinson

Good oral health recently has been linked with longevity.

Yet, one of the most common factors associated with infrequent dental checkups is just being a male.

Men are less likely than women to take care of their physical health, according to an online poll of dentists and consumers from the Academy of General Dentistry. Nearly 45 percent of respondents felt that men don't see a need to go to the dentist, and about 30 percent said that men may not visit because they are embarrassed to go.

Statistics reect that an average man will lose 5.4 teeth by age 72.

If he smokes, he can plan on losing 12 teeth by age 72.

Men are also more likely to develop oral and throat cancer and periodontal (gum) disease. Researchers have also found a connection between gum disease and cardiovascular disease, which can place people at risk for heart attacks and strokes.

Since men are more likely to suffer from heart attacks, they also are more likely to be on medications that can cause dry mouth. If you take medication for the heart or blood pressure, or if you take antidepressants, your salivary flow could be inhibited, increasing the risk for cavities.

However, these long-standing trends may be disappearing as more men are climbing back into the dental chair. Realizing the value of a great smile in the business world, more men are requesting cosmetic dental procedures such as bleaching, veneers and bonding.

Many men are now realizing that proper maintenance and biannual checkups are key to maintaining appearances.

Three Drugs I Wouldn't Give To My Parents

By Daniel M. Blumenthal, MD

When treating elderly patients, I always ask myself: “How would I treat them if they were my parents?” This approach helps me set a standard for weighing the risks and benefits of Blood Thinners recommending medications to Many seniors are on blood thinners or my older patients. anticoagulants, to treat or prevent blood clots or Since the elderly may react differently to certain medications than younger people do or be more likely to experience treatment-related side effects, here are three drugs I wouldn't prescribe to my parents or yours.

Insomnia Treatment Although Benzodiazepine drugs — including Ativan, Xanax, and Klonopin — are commonly used to treat anxiety, they are also used “off label” to manage insomnia, which is prevalent in older people and can be challenging to manage.

Among the elderly, the combination of sleep deprivation and benzodiazepine use can lead to unintended side effects, including confusion or greater difficulty sleeping.

As an alternative treatment, I usually recommend making changes to the bedtime routine to promote relaxation and taking 3 to 5 mg of melatonin, a natural sleep hormone in our bodies, a few hours before bedtime. If these interventions don't work, I refer my elderly patients to a geriatrician or a sleep medicine specialist.

to help prevent blood clots due to abnormal heart rhythms like atrial fibrillation. Coumadin or Warfarin has been the go-to anticoagulant for decades. It is effective, but patients using Coumadin must be monitored regularly to ensure that the drug is keeping the blood at a good level of “thinness,” which could potentially mean weekly trips to the doctor's office and frequent dose adjustments. Coumadin also carries a higher risk of bleeding and bruising than some other blood thinners on the market.

For these reasons, Coumadin isn't my first choice in treating clotting. I prefer using newer blood thinners, specifically Eliquis (Apixaban) or Xarelto (Rivaroxaban), which carry lower bleeding risk than Coumadin, don't require blood monitoring, and are equally or more effective.

Pain Management Opioids, such as Percocet, OxyContin and Vicoden, are narcotic pain relievers. These drugs have come under intense scrutiny lately because they are extremely addictive, and overdoses can be fatal. The elderly are at increased risk of

opioid overdoses. Although opioids are very useful for treating pain in surgical patients and patients with cancer, they should be prescribed with extreme caution and at the lowest dose necessary to achieve adequate relief.

Unfortunately, opioids are commonly prescribed to treat chronic pain that would be better managed with other therapies. For older patients with arthritis, herniated discs, or loss of cartilage in the joints, I prefer using high doses of Tylenol, Ibuprofen and/or analgesic gels and patches. All carry manageable risks, provide varying degrees of relief, and are often accessible without a prescription.

Physical therapy, strengthening exercises and acupuncture also work well for chronic arthritis pain. Unfortunately, some level of pain may endure, so setting appropriate expectations for patients about the level of improvement they are likely to experience is critical to helping patients effectively manage their chronic pain.

In closing, it's not a leap of imagination for me to keep my parents in mind while treating patients of their generation. My mom and dad are, after all, patients of mine.

Dr. Daniel M. Blumenthal is a cardiologist at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston and the Associate Chief Medical Officer for Devoted Health. He is a graduate of Harvard Medical School and Harvard Business School. He's licensed to practice medicine in the states of Massachusetts and Florida.

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Your Weekly Horoscope Aries: The intensity of last week lessens somewhat as lively Mercury and sultry Venus change signs. Prior to this, you might get a lucky boost as a fortunate blend of energies could see you enjoying a financial boon, even if only a small one. Look out for opportuni es, too, especially around Monday, because something could really appeal to you.

Libra: You could be in line for small windfall on Monday, which would be very pleasing. Exuberant Jupiter is in the last degrees of your money zone before moving into Sagi arius, so this is a chance to e up loose ends and take up any opportuni es you might have missed. It’s also a great opportunity to network and write and do all kinds of computer work, as well as learn and study.

Taurus: Your love life looks more posi ve this week. With fortunate Jupiter in your sector of rela ng for a short while more, it’s me to take advantage of its presence if you haven’t already. In fact, with communicator Mercury aligning with jovial Jupiter on Monday, this could be an excellent me to ask that special person out or improve and enhance your love life in any other way you choose.

Scorpio: Generous Jupiter is in the last degrees of your sign before moving into Sagi arius and your money zone in a couple weeks. This is your chance to take advantage of this planet’s es with good fortune and confidence. Monday could be a great day for pu ng a proposal to someone or asking for what you want.

You may well get it.

Gemini: You could be lucky on Monday or Tuesday as an upbeat aspect involving restless Mercury and jovial Jupiter could see you benefi ng in some way. It might be an opportunity or a small windfall or other money coming your way. If you take a gamble on something, there’s a chance it could pay off. Make sure you can afford to lose, though.

Sagi arius: The focus begins to shi as upbeat Mercury es with posi ve Jupiter in your spiritual sector on Monday. You could receive guidance from a dream or words of wisdom from someone who acts as a mentor or teacher in your life. You could even find this guidance in a book. Whatever it is, it could act as a catalyst to greater things.

Cancer: Jovial Jupiter is presently in the last degrees of Scorpio and your leisure zone and ready to move into your lifestyle zone within a couple of weeks. A lovely aspect involving talka ve Mercury could encourage you to be bold and ask for what you want. Whether you want to ask someone special on a date or make a request that takes you outside your comfort zone, Monday is the best day to go for it.

Capricorn: There could be a great opportunity to a end an event that holds some special benefits for you. You may find that you’re more connected to your feelings and that Mercury’s inquisi ve presence in your spiritual zone encourages you to learn more about yourself. This could be a very produc ve me when you also feel moved to release some inner pa erns that no longer serve you.

Leo: A very sociable aspect at the start of the week could be an opportunity for a get-together or family occasion that goes very well. With expressive Mercury linking to upbeat Jupiter, you could benefit from bringing friends and family together.

Ac vi es such as climbing or hiking could be physically demanding enough to give you a good workout, as well as the opportunity to spend me in nature.

Aquarius: Regarding this week, Jupiter es with inquisi ve Mercury, which could coincide with an offer or opportunity that it might be hard to ignore. Do consider it because it could usher in a new and rewarding phase if you’re willing to leave your comfort zone. You could no ce an immediate surge in invita ons and social events because you’re more in demand. Enjoy it.

Virgo: On Monday, Mercury, your guardian planet, links with posi ve Jupiter, and you might get an offer or opportunity that’s too good to miss. This takes place in your communica on zone, so your efforts at ge ng your message out to the world may be star ng to bear fruit. If you have a blog or website, it could start to move in the right direc on a er much hard work.

Pisces: As the sun con nues in your sector of travel and new opportuni es, this week could con nue to surprise and delight you, especially if you’re willing to try something different. Monday could gi you with an offer to accompany someone on a trip or vaca on, and this could be very welcome and truly worthwhile.

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Jamaica Wants Reggae Placed On UNESCO Cultural Heritage List The Jamaican government is awaiting a response from the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization's (UNESCO), as to whether the island has been successful in getting reggae music inscribed on UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage Representative List.

Culture Minister, Olivia 'Babsy' Grange, said that UNESCO technical experts are in the process of examining Jamaica's reggae submission and the island should have a response by next month.

“We are awaiting the results and it will be a major achievement for Jamaica if we are successful in having the designation declared by UNESCO,” she revealed recently, adding that her Ministry has been tasked to establish an inventory of intangible heritage unique to Jamaica, “which is also one of the criteria” required by UNESCO. Grange, responding to questions regarding the designation of certain areas across the

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island as entertainment zones, said that a list of locations will be available soon, which will include Kingston, St. Andrew and St. Catherine in the initial stages.

The minister, who was speaking at an event to launch 2019 Carnival, said that the collaboration between the ministries for the staging of carnival “is essential if we are to create a more authentic tourism experience.

She expressed satisfaction at the way “this entertainment product” has been evolving and attributed it to the “seamless fusion of dancehall and calypso/soca in parties and the road parades.”

Grange also welcomed the introduction of the new carnival band Rebellion, which has been added alongside others such as Xaymaca International and Exodus, to name a few.

“This is an indication that more event producers here in Jamaica are adding the unique Jamaican flavor to what has been traditional in carnival,” she said.

Big Send Off For Late Jamaican Music Producer Joseph “JoJo” Hoo-Kim, the Jamaican music producer who died on September 20th, received a hero's sendoff on October 20th in Kingston, Jamaica as a number of entertainment industry stalwarts who worked with him, turned out at his thanksgiving service at Stella Maris Roman Catholic Church to pay their respects.

Hoo-Kim was 75 years-old when he died from liver cancer in New York City. He was the eldest of four brothers who ran the successful Channel One recording studio in Kingston. The complex, which opened in 1972, was located in the tough Maxfield Avenue community but it produced songs that reflected Jamaica's turbulent

political climate of the 1970s.

During that period, Hoo-Kim guided a team of creative musicians and engineers on songs like 'I Need A Roof,' by The Mighty Diamonds, 'Jah Jah Give Us Life,' by The Wailing Souls and Leroy Smart's 'Ballistic Affair.'

“It was good to see a lot of people who JoJo help come an' show dem face, like (producers) Gussie (Clarke) and (Donovan) Germain,” said Franklyn Irving, a close friend of the Hoo-Kim family. “I used to see dem at Channel One when dem jus' start.”

Hoo-Kim is survived by his wife Joyce, eleven children and several grandchildren.

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Tarrus Riley, Dean Fraser, Blak Soil Band and Jo Mersa Marley For South Florida Legendary reggae stars Tarrus Riley, Dean Fraser and the Blak Soil Band as well as Bob Marley's grandson, Jo Mersa Marley, are billed to appear in concert in South Florida next month.

The reggae concert is set for Saturday, November 24th at The Charles F. Dodge City Center 601 City Center Way, Pembroke Pines, FL 33025.

Among the leading ambassadors of modern-day reggae in Jamaica, Riley has built a growing catalog and international acclaim for his commanding vocals, intuitive lyrics and vibrant personality. The Blak Soil Band will feature saxophonist and musical director Fraser.

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Grange added that the increase in bands represents the establishment of a value chain, complete with designers, tailors and seamstresses making body wear and artisans bending wires and producing beautiful feathers.

“Carnival season is, therefore, alive with activities and provides economic activity for micro to large entrepreneurs,” she noted.

Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett said that he wants to “build out carnival in Jamaica to make it more remarkable for both visitors and locals.

“This is in keeping with strategic steps that we are undertaking at my Ministry to strengthen Jamaica's competitiveness as an entertainment destination as we reposition and diversify our product and generate high growth rates in both visitor arrivals and earnings,” he added.

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Dwayne Bravo Retires From Int’l Cricket Former Windies cricket captain, Dwayne Bravo, has announced his retirement from all forms of international cricket.

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While insisting that he has lost none of the passion for playing the game at the international level, the 35-year-old, who is still considered one of the world's top T20 all-rounders, claims he will now focus his attention on prolonging his career in T20 club cricket.

“After 14 years when I made my debut for the WI, I still remember that moment I received the Maroon cap before walking onto the Lord's cricket ground against England in July 2004. The enthusiasm and passion I felt then, I have kept with me throughout my career,” Bravo said via a press release. “However, I must accept that for me to preserve my longevity as a professional cricket. I must do as others before have done, leave the international arena for the next generation of players.”

In 40 Test matches, Bravo has scored 2200 runs and claimed 86 wickets. In the 50 over format, he scored 2968 runs and 199 wickets, while in T20 internationals he has scored 1142 runs and 52 wickets. The player last represented the team against Pakistan in Abu Dhabi in 2016.

Jamaican Hurdler's Record Ratified By IAAF The World Under-20 recordequaling run of 12.99 seconds

by Jamaican Damion Thomas, when winning the 110m hurdles title at the National Junior Trials in Kingston in late June, has been ratified by the International Association of Athletics Federation, (IAAF).

Thomas, who went on to win the gold medal at the IAAF Under-20 World Championships at Ratina Stadium in Tampere, Finland, in July, equaled the World Under-20 record that was set by France's Wilhem Belocian in 2014.

Belcocian had run 12.99 at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon, on July 24, 2014, as Jamaica's Tyler Mason won the silver medal in a then Jamaican Junior Record 13.06 seconds.

Thomas's record was one of seven new marks ratified, including the men's decathlon mark of 9,126 set by France's Kevin Mayer in Talence, France, on September 16; beating the 9,045 that was held by American Ashton Eaton, set in Beijing, China, August 2015.

Two world records were set hours apart on September 16 as Kenya's Eliud Kipchoge set a new men's marathon mark of two hours, 1.39 minutes, under the previous 2:2.57 held by his compatriot Dennis Kimetto in September 2014.

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By David Maitland Lauderhill Jammers walked away with another win – this time by eight wickets against Ambassadors on Sunday October 28th at the Lauderhill Sports Complex.

Ambassadors won the toss and decided to take first strike. Despite an opening stand of 53 between Clifford McLean, 28, and Cornel Peart, 25, Ambassadors found themselves struggling at 58 for 3 in 8th overs.

But Cornel White and Leon Tulloch got together and staged a recovery, taking the score to 138, with White adding 21 including three fours and one six and Tulloch, a wellplayed 59 with 6 massive sixes and five fours.

After the departure of both batsmen with the score at 151 for 5, wickets kept on tumbling at regular intervals and Ambassadors was eventually bowled out for 168 in the 20th overs.

The pick of the bowlers for Lauderhill Jammers were Timmy Surujbally, who bagged 4 for 11 in four overs; Michael Graham, 2 for 13; and Dean Morgan, 2 for 14.

In reply, Lauderhill Jammers got off to a bad start with the first wicket falling with only 7 runs on the board. But then in walked captain Dean Morgan and he and Omari Williams crafted their team's recovery by adding 124 runs.

But Morgan then went, caught off a superb catch by Leon Tulloch with the score at 131 for 2 and his personal score on 39.

Williams, however, went on to top score top score with 96 not-out, including eight fours and nine sixes and help lead the Jammers to the required target of 169 runs in 10.5 overs with only 2 wickets lost.

The pick of the bowlers for Ambassadors was Cornel White who took two wickets for 30 runs.

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