Jamaican Diaspora: Athlete Edition

Athlete Edition

WINDRUSH AT 65 Impacting the World Problems Facing Caribbean Nations Jamaican athletes enhance other countries

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Usain St Leo Bolt is the first person to hold both the 100 meters and 200 meters world records since fully automatic time became mandatory. Usain also holds the world record as a part of the 4 × 100 meters relay. Bolt is the reigning Olympic champion in these three events. Because of his dominance and achievements in sprint competition, he is widely considered to be the greatest sprinter of all time.

He gained worldwide popularity for his double sprint victory at the 2008 Beijing Olympics in world record times. Bolt is the only sprinter to win Olympic 100 m and 200 m titles at three consecutive Olympics (2008, 2012 and 2016), a feat referred to as the "triple double."

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Contents Book Club Cinema Scene Musical Notes - Malachi Smith Recipe Corner – Festival

Problems Facing Caribbean Nations Impacting the World Jamaican athletes enhance other countries Participating in many sport arenas WINDRUSH AT 65 Tirade of a social liability of a footprint My Fondest Memories of My Island Home Jamaica 3

Our product is unique because this magazine targets Jamaican culture on the island and worldwide. This magazine affirms identity and builds community selfesteem. We will not only bring entertainment, but also provide information in areas of health, education, entrepreneur and environment.

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Contributors

Dr. Glen Laman

Carol Lawton

Colin Grant

Judith Hylton

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Editor’s Note

From a population of 2.5 million people, Jamaican athletes on the island and in the Diaspora have made their mark in the world. Some have represented the island, while others chose to represent their new place of residence. From the Olympics to other international athletic events, this edition highlights Jamaicans at home or abroad. Jamaica is the first and only country to have all 100m sprint titles, all ages, all levels, in males at once.

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We now have the gold medal in the World Youth Olympics (Odeen Skeene);

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The world youth championships (Odail Todd);

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The world junior championships (Dexter Lee);

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The commonwealth games (Lerone Clarke);

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The world championships (Usain Bolt) and The Olympics.

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alachi Smith was born in Westmoreland, and grew up in Clarendon, St. Elizabeth and St. Catherine, staying with various family members. The son of a preacher, Malachi began writing poetry at the age of eight, and recorded his first poem Kimbo to Kimbo in 1979. His other CDs are Blacker the Berry - The Sweeter The Cherry, Throw Two Punch (1998), Middle Passage and Luv Dub Fever. Malachi is currently working on his new CD project Hail to Jamaica. This collection will feature most of his award winning poems about Jamaica. Malachi won the 2009 most outstanding writer award for the Jamaica Development Commission's Creative Writing Competition. A retired member of the Jamaica Constabulary Force at the rank of detective corporal; currently, Malachi is based in Miami.

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– Festival

INGREDIENTS: 2 cup flour 1 teaspoon salt to taste 1 tablespoon brown sugar 1 cup cornmeal 1 cup water 2 tsp. baking powder 1 quart vegetable oil for frying over, 2 to 3 minutes

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Mix dry ingredients together.

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Add water to make soft dough.

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Divide into 5x3 inch flat shape in long dumplings.

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Heat the oil to 350° in a large saucepan,

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Fry the dumplings until golden all

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Drain on paper towels and serve hot.

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The health benefits of pineapple Sweet, juicy pineapple is both delicious and nutritious. Loaded with vitamin C and anti-inflammatory properties, this prickly fruit helps you ward off infections and feel your best. Enjoy this versatile fruit alone, in salsas, salads, cakes, and pies, baked with ham, and grilled with meats. Keep reading to learn about the many health benefits of pineapple.

1. Pineapple improves joint and muscle pain

help reduce blood pressure and prevent heart attacks, strokes, and atherosclerosis.

Pineapples contain bromelain which is a natural anti-inflammatory enzyme. Eating pineapple improves symptoms for those with arthritis and injury related joint and muscle pain.

5. It promotes tissue and cellular health The body needs vitamin C to make collagen, which is the basic protein of skin, organs, bones, and veins. Eating vitamin C rich pineapple improves collagen production, helping to improve overall health and to speed up wound healing. Pineapple also contains manganese, which keeps bones strong.

2. It wards off colds and flu Pineapples are an excellent source of vitamin C, which is important for the immune system.

Numerous studies have shown that those who consume high levels of Vitamin C come down with less cold and flu viruses, so eating pineapple just might keep you from catching the next bug.

6. It fights cancer Pineapples are rich in vitamin A, beta carotene, bromelain, different flavonoid mixes, and large amounts of manganese, which all have anticancer and anti-tumor effects. Pineapple has specifically been identified with preventing and improving treatment of cancers of the mouth, throat, and breast.

3. It clears sinus and chest congestion Bromelain in pineapple breaks up mucus and has anti-inflammatory effects. For those with cold, flu, or allergies eating pineapple is a good way to ease congestion.

7. It improves digestion

4. It improves circulation Rich in soluble and insoluble fiber, Pineapple helps keep the digestive system regular and helps to

Pineapple contains potassium which is a vasodilator. This means eating pineapple can

relieve and prevent bloating and constipation.

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