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Features 32-39
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW with Mr Alfred Samuels about his book: “Invincibility in the face of Prostate Cancer “COMING OUT THE OTHER SIDE”
Cover Story
Michelle Obama
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2015 ‘Plus Model of the World’ Latosha Hart
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House for Sale in AdamsCastle Sheraton ChristChurch Barbados
Image by: Colin Chau, top London fashion and model photographer.
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Feature on: First Lady of the USA, MICHELLE OBAMA Lookalike DIONNE ROSE
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The Beautiful Tropical Island Of Dominica Has Been Devastated By Tropical Storm Erika! URGENT Support In The Relief Effort Is Required Right Away!!
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Dear Readers, On behalf of all at Panache Occasions Ltd, publishers of Panache-E-Magazine, I would like to thank you all once again for taking the time to read our great publication. In this moths edition we would like to draw your attention to the crisis In the island of Dominica, which has been devastated by Hurricane Erika. We at Panache E-Magazine have contributed to the call for aid for Dominica and have included information in this month’s edition on how you can help. MCUK was representing at the Notting hill carnival with the MAKING CARNIVAL mas band and we have some great pictures to share with you. We also have many more excellent features plus thought provoking interviews and articles for your reading pleasure. Please enjoy and remember this African saying: “Lions that do not work together can be defeated by a limping buffalo.”
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The Beautiful Tropical Island Of Dominica Has Been Devastated By
Tropical Storm Erika!
URGENT Support In The Relief Effort Is Required Right Away!! CLICK on the image below to view: Hurricane Erika Floods Dominica!! - Home Video
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Serving Communities In the UK and In Dominica
Is appealing to YOU for help in the aftermath.
Tropical Storm Erika caused floods and mudslides that have set the country back 20 years, its prime minister said. Erika later hit the Dominican Republic and Haiti with high winds and heavy rain but experts said it was weakening. A state of emergency has been declared in the US state of Florida, where the storm is expected. Dominica’s Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit said in a televised address that hundreds of homes, bridges and roads had been destroyed. CLICK HERE to read how you can support the relief effort.
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DIONNE ROSE
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Cover Page Feature Feature on: First Lady of the USA, MICHELLE OBAMA Lookalike; DIONNE ROSE By Clayton Brown
I Photography: Colin Chau, top London fashion and model photographer
’ve never met the First Lady of the USA, Michelle Obama! A circumstance that I would like to change should my life hopes match my fate!
I have, however, met someone who looks remarkably like the First Lady of the USA, Michelle Obama.
First Lady of the USA, Michelle Obama
When we met at the Nottingham heat of Miss Caribbean UK, I had to take more than a second look. I had been told that I would be meeting Dionne Rose and that she looked like the First Lady of the USA Michelle Obama, but I was not expecting the likeness to be so strong. They could easily pass for twins! I had anticipated speaking with Dionne, but after seeing her likeness to the first lady, I was even more intrigued. We were introduced and I asked Dionne a little about herself. Dionne was born in Tottenham, www.panacheoccasions.com
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Dionne’s life took an unexpected turn in 2009 when she was spotted as a lookalike for The First Lady, Michelle Obama, born the same year as Michelle they both have two daughters. Since 2009 Dionne has been signed up to 5 lookalike Agencies, been on TV several times including, BBC East Midlands News, Central News, GMTV with Lorraine Kelly and Nott’s TV, interviewed by several radio stations including Power FM Jamaica and has appeared in several magazines and newspapers such as the Daily Mail, Metro and The Voice.
Dionne has enjoyed the attention over the years being photographed at several events and enjoying the perks that come with being a lookalike such as VIP treatment, photo shoots, free make up and clothes. As the Obama’s near their last term Dionne now spends more time on her career and getting involved in more community events sharing the contacts she has obtained over the years in fashion, modelling, event management, music and acting lessons. I wished Dionne good fortune in all her endeavours and confirmed that we would definitely be working together in the future. On the way home to London, however, I was still considering likeness between one and the other and wondering at the work of serendipity.
The Miss Caribbean UK Nottingham Heat judging panel: Owen Brown, Melita Bryan, Yvonne White, Elaine Small, DIONNE ROSE and Trevor Taylor. - Photography by: Mr Lekan Olujinmi
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Photography: Colin Chau, top London fashion and model photographer
London and moved to Nottingham in the 1990s, she is a Civil Servant, Youth Mentor and Community Activist organising her own events and supporting others. Dionne has two daughters who have followed the path of Law.
DIONNE ROSE
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MISS CARIBBEAN UK unites with the MAKING CARNIVAL mas band and brings a touch of elegance to the parade at Notting Hill By Jacqui Brown
*Photography by: Mr Lekan Olujinmi from The Klub International Management Company
At the 2015 Notting Hill Carnival, Miss Caribbean UK teamed up with “MaKING” Carnival (formally “ISIS” Mas) Miss Keeleigh Griffith, the first ever Miss Caribbean UK queen paraded the MaKING Carnival’s “Opulence” range in front of the Judges. Keeleigh was joined by some of the 2015 Miss Caribbean UK contestants: Tammy JeffersWells, Lateeshia Anderson, Selina Chippy, Casandra Wiggan, Shiquerra Mckie, Tehia Rae McDermott & Alisha Eversley - John and Natina-Mae Whitter who, despite the continuous rain, thoroughly enjoyed giving out flyers, meeting people and being part of the festivities. This was a pivotal moment for the Miss Caribbean UK beauty pageant and a Carnival to remember.
2015 Miss Caribbean UK contestants: Tammy Jeffers-Wells, Lateeshia Anderson, Selina Chippy, Casandra Wiggan, Shiquerra Mckie, Tehia Rae McDermott Alisha Eversley - John & Natina-Mae Whitter.
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Keeleigh Griffith heading the MAKING CARNIVAL parade at Notting Hill
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CELEBRITY Here's your monthly list of celebrity birth BIRTHDAYS Discover who shares your birthday. By: Christine Simpson SPECIAL BIRTHDAY FEATURE
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1 Daniel Sturridge – footballer Zendaya Coleman – actress/singer Alton Ellis OD (1938-2008) – singer/songwriter 2 Lennox Lewis CBE – retired professional boxer Moira Stuart OBE – presenter/newsreader 3 OMI – singer 4 Beyoncé Knowles – singer/songwriter Damon Wayans Sr. – actor/comedian Khandi Alexander – actress/dancer Kia Stevens – professional wrestler Phill Lewis – actor/comedian 5 Miguel Cummins - cricketer
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Life 9 Marjorie Lee Browne (1914-1979) – mathematics educator Otis Redding Jr (1941-1967) – singer/ songwriter
SEPT 6 Idris Elba – actor/DJ - Born - SEPT 6 1972
10 Big Daddy Kane - rapper 11 Ludacris - rapper
SEPT 27 Diane Abbott - politician - Born - September 27, 1953
SEPT 13 Stephen Lawrence (1974-1993) – victim of racist murder
6 CeCe Peniston – singer/songwriter Idris Elba – actor/DJ Naomie Harris - actress Michael Winslow - actor 7 Gloria Gaynor – singer/songwriter Jacob Lawrence (1917-2000) - painter 8 Larenz Tate - actor Ruby Bridges – activist Wiz Khalifa - rapper 20 SEPTEMBER 2015 / www.panacheoccasions.com
12 Jennifer Hudson - singer Marvis Frazier – former professional boxer Ruben Studdard - singer Jesse Owens (1913-1980) – track and field athlete Barry White (1944-2003) – singer/ songwriter 13 Michael Johnson – retired sprinter Tyler Perry - filmmaker Iyanla Vanzant – inspirational speaker Stephen Lawrence (1974-1993) – victim of racist murder 14 Tinchy Stryder – rapper/businessman 15 Colin McFarlane – actor/voice artist Jaki Graham - singer Claude McKay (1889-1948) – writer/poet 16 Sir Frank Leslie Walcott, KA, OBE (19161999) - politician B. B. King (1925-2015) – singer/songwriter 17 Doug E. Fresh – beat boxer/rapper
22 Shari Belafonte - actress 23 Chi McBride - actor Floella Benjamin, Baroness Benjamin, OBE DL – actress/ author Ray Charles (1930-2004) musician
SEPT 28 Rudolph Walker OBE - actor – Born - September 28, 1939
24 Tom Adams (1931–1985) politician
Flo Rider – musician Malik Yoba – actor/singer Derief Taylor (1910-1987) - cricketer
25 T.I. – rapper/songwriter Will Smith - actor
18 Dizzee Rascal - rapper Holly Robinson Peete - actress Jada Pinkett Smith - actress John Fashanu – former footballer Xzibit - rapper
26 Shawn Stockman – singer/songwriter Serena Williams – professional tennis player
19 Goldie - musician Nile Rodgers – producer/songwriter Sanaa Lathan – actress/voice actress 20 Enuka Okuma - actress 21 Alfonso Ribeiro - actor Chris Gayle - cricketer Jason Derulo – singer/songwriter Sir Curtly Ambrose – former cricketer Learie Constantine, Baron Constantine, Kt. (1901–1971) - cricketer
27 Diane Abbott - politician Duwayne Brooks - politician Lil Wayne - rapper Greg Morris (1933-1996) - actor 28 Helen Grant - politician Rudolph Walker OBE - actor 29 Lance Gibbs – former cricketer Terry Sue-Patt (1964-2015) – actor 30 Cissy Houston - singer Keisha Buchanan – singer/songwriter Johnny Matthis – singer/songwriter Patrice Rushen - musician www.panacheoccasions.com
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STRESS MAKES YOU FAT?
By Patrick Lewis - YOUR FITNESS GURU
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e hope last month’s health tips were helpful, so here are more health tips to help you with your exercise routine. We all want to be fit, lose weight and look good so let’s put these tips to action and look forward to being much healthier. So Go forward and be healthy!
HEALTH:
Believe it or not, an excess of cortisol a hormone released during periods of prolonged stress - can alter your blood sugar levels and slow your metabolism, causing more weight gain than you would normally experience. This is not only aesthetically undesirable but is also linked to various health risks (such as hypertension and type2 diabetes).
EXERCISE:
You can help prevent the damage caused by chronic stress with regular practice of relaxation techniques. These can trigger a physiological relaxation response and help stop the cascade of negative changes that occur when you’re stressed. Rhythmic exercise such as running, cycling and walking may help to moderate your stress levels and in turn help reduce the numbers on the scales. 22 SEPTEMBER 2015 / www.panacheoccasions.com
NUTRITION: If you’re busy lifestyle means you often opt for processed or convenience foods over homemade cooking, try setting yourself a new goal to gradually improve your food intake each week. You could start by having a fresh salad with your dinner each night, buying nourishing soups rather than prepacked sandwiches for your lunch or making an effort to always cook one meal from scratch over the weekend. You’ll both look and feel better for it.
Too much fat in your diet, especially saturated fats, can raise your cholesterol, which increases the risk of heart disease. http://www.nhs.uk/Livewell/Goodfood/Pages/Fat.aspx
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6 Forces to battle for a successful redundancy transition (3/6) By Jenni Williams
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he “demographic time bomb” is a key feature of the S in PESTLE which represents the social element. But how could population growth and its close cousin health inform your career plan? THE DEMOGRAPHIC THREAT The youngest of the UK Baby Boomers - among the 17 million born between 1946 -1964, are now in their 50’s, and it is those in this cohort that are still of working age who have witnessed unprecedented changes in their working environment. This group in terms of numbers, is living longer than any previous generation, with those over 65 outnumbering the under 16’s since 2007. Ageing populations and increased life expectancy is evident in many European countries, but healthy life expectancy has not increased quite as quickly. Alongside such trends, the state pension age for women is now 65, and will rise in stages to 68 for men and women from 2024. In 2008 there were 3.2 working age people for every pensioner, by 2033 not only is this ratio expected to fall to 2.8 per pensioner, but there is a risk that in future decades the number of people in employment will shrink or become stagnant; potentially producing gaps in the jobs market, and affecting both business and public services. MANAGING YOUR “SOCIAL” OPPORTUNITIES Current demographic and social trends have
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been factored into government thinking, and there is an understanding that efforts must be made to make it more attractive for older workers to work longer. This is where you can maximise your career plan advantage. Armed with the knowledge that the government is eager to support you to find economically useful or personally challenging work, this gives you scope to explore options like setting up your own business. The current social trends suggest that even those who have built up a wealth of experience and expertise during their working life, would be wise to invest in their personal development, on an ongoing basis. Personal savings, along with health and population growth, can be another key influence on the shape society takes. How do my savings (or lack of), you ask, have an impact on society? Well, as you are aware, we are always being encouraged to put money aside, not just for our own personal financial security, but because banked funds are used for future investment, in factories, schools, hospitals, transport, energy etc. If older people don’t save or they run down their savings, while a dwindling working age population fails to save enough to compensate for the shortfall, the net effect is a shortage of savings, which could seriously damage the UK’s economic performance. Individually, you are very limited in your ability to affect the trends that are currently in play. However, knowing what they are, helps you to bear in mind for example, the types of public sector reforms that are likely to take place in order to improve our quality of life; this in turn indicates the kind of work or enterprise options that you could consider exploring, as you figure out your career transition.
So tell me, are there particular areas of social impact that you feel might affect your career transition opportunities? http://www.jenniwilliams.co.uk/free-e-book-be-the-change-you-want-to-be/
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Caribbean Property
House for sale in
Adams Castle, Sheraton, Christ Church, Barbados By: Maureen Smith
Ref No: BAR085 Property Type: House Bedrooms: 3/4 Bathrooms: 3 Price: USD $600,000 26 SEPTEMBER 2015 / www.panacheoccasions.com
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his very attractive and well-appointed family home is located in the popular established neighbourhood of Sheraton on the southern side of Barbados. The Sheraton Mall, supermarkets, banks and various amenities are just a two minute walk from the property, with the beach approximately eight minutes’ drive away. One of only four in a small sub-division, the property is set on approximately 12,420 sq. ft. of fully enclosed grounds that are accessed via electronic gates shaded by grand mahogany trees. A cobbled driveway leads to a large double car garage, with further parking available on actual driveway. The property itself offers approximately 3,300 sq. ft. of living space access to which is via solid double doors accented by a bevelled cut glass ornamental design that opens into a large open plan concept. There is a sunken living room with additional doors leading to an L-shaped patio that is located at the front of the house to your immediate right. The dining area and large kitchen with granite countertops and modern wooden cabinets are adjacent to the living room with an entertainment room across from here. All of these rooms lead to another set of double doors that open onto the spacious back patio and garden which is mostly flat and well landscaped. There is scope here for the addition of a pool, if required.
Continuing past the foot of the staircase on the ground floor is a large office area that can be used as a fourth bedroom, a bathroom and a spacious laundry room which leads into the garage. Just off to the left at the top of the mahogany staircase is the master bedroom with built-in closets and an en-suite bathroom. The second bedroom is situated next to the master bedroom while down the hall is the third bedroom and a further shared bathroom. Both of these bedrooms have built-in closets. There is also a small patio that overlooks the front entrance to the home.
Get in touch: Tropical Connections Limited, Weatherill House, New South Quarter, 23 Whitestone Way, Croydon, Surrey, CR0 4WF, England Telephone: 0845 222 1413 Mobile: 07506 354 902 Fax: 020 8686 6125 Email: info@tropicalconnections.co.uk Web: www.tropicalconnections.co.uk
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The Player and The Game
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By Tony (URBANSMASH) Andrews
Like the seasons of the year, like day & night, we all have cycles. When a player is with a girl he's high. The energy is intense whether it's loud fun & laughter, or sensual passionate pleasure.
verybody hates a player right? They're selfish, self-centred, conceited, vain, arrogant, unfair, non-conformist, adulterous and break all the rules.
The emotional come down is a low feeling, but it doesn't have to be sad. It's usually a reflective & introspective period full of deep thoughts.
Yet deep down, guys admire the player and wish they had his 'luck' or skill. They may ruminate that they were a little bit of a player once themselves, but they gave it up for a serious & noble life of family commitment & focus on career. Hmmm‌ we'll come back to that later.
This will be the time for meditation & maintaining awareness of self, surroundings & others. Cue reggae music rooted in consciousness. It's time to get in tune with nature, the world & her ways, and for the man to get in touch with his 'feminine side' (yin energy).
Women hate players because they make them feel so good. When you're with a great player, he can make you feel so much more alive. The fun, excitement, drive & danger is something you've been craving for as long as you can remember. Part of you doesn't want to shake up the safe, stable, secure & comfortable world you've built for yourself. But he's so irresistible and part of you needs him in your life, if only for the brief time he's available.
Not everybody will understand all levels of the game. In fact everybody's game is unique. No two people's game is the same & they differ like fingerprints. People with similar game will understand each other, be on the same wavelength & 'get it'. Others won't and there may be a healthy debate or silent ignorance. Either way, no one can truly teach you game, it's a process you must discover yourself. It is a journey of self-discovery, self-understanding, selfappreciation and self-love. Parallel to this all players must discover, understand, appreciate and love human nature & mankind in general. You've got to be in it to win it and you've got to love the game and the game is life, the game is people. The great player of course will bring this to the girl of his affection. He will discover her, understand her, etcetera, and all this can be done in an instant by the experienced player who is a master. His ability to read people like magic.
Being with a player is like a drug. When you're with him, you're on such a high. But when you can't have him it can leave you feeling resentful, hurt, sad, lonely & empty even if your life is filled with friends, family, fans & followers, none of that love compares to being with him. Players themselves have highs & lows. A true player that has it together knows this, is okay, is prepared for this and relishes the opportunity. 28 SEPTEMBER 2015 / www.panacheoccasions.com
However, these skills do not stop at the player obtaining the object of his desires. Work and career are games. Sport & the music industry are games. Indeed all industries & fields of endeavour are games. Politics and doing business deals are games. All aspects of life and life itself is a game. Now this may sound tiring. If everything is a game, when can we relax and stop playing games? The answer is when you're sleeping, either temporarily or permanently. The game, as fun as it can be, is also part of the struggle. A common mistake people make is that they get into a comfortable relationship and then they relax and stop playing the game. While it's okay to relax and switch off momentarily, it is a big mistake to abandon all game completely. The same is true when you get into the groove of a nice, stable secure job (if such a thing exists anymore). You must stay awake and play the game according to your chosen field. Sports athletes compete on a physical realm, and because they push themselves and others physically, they sometimes get physically injured and need physical therapy (also called physiotherapy). Likewise players (gallis aka lady's men) compete on an emotional realm, and because they push themselves and others emotionally, they sometimes get emotionally injured and need emotional therapy (spiritually/ mentally). This is why it's crucial that players look after themselves. Otherwise the player will experience burnout which means they get sick (literally) and tired of the lifestyle. They'll feel exhausted playing the game and want out. This is when they'll play Joe’s, "Don't wanna be a player no more". People often think the player lifestyle is
superficial and empty. Full of meaningless encounters and void of true, meaningful and deep connections. This really isn't the case. The player has the ability to touch people in significant ways (if you'll excuse the pun). Think of an A-list celebrity doing concerts, releasing albums and portraying a dream imagine. We may all know that it is 'fake', an illusion and that they are selling us a dream. However, at the same time, fans that connect with a celebrity are helped, via the music, through difficult times in their life. The celebrity's image and message gives the fan hope. If a lucky fan was to meet their idol, it would be a day of their life they'll always remember. The celebrity, regardless of how superficial we may perceive them, has real impact on the fan. In a similar fashion, the player (a good one that has it all together) can have a lasting impact on his lover. He offers her the dream, fantasy and later memories that she will treasure for a long time to come, if not all the days of her life. Girls who go on to get married and start families, still reminisce on the great times she had with her player and those sweet memories will help her during the dark days of a long term relationship! I laugh as I write this as of course LTRs can be great things too if not one of life's greatest gifts barring life and new life itself. By now you would have hopefully realised that not all players are bad. They're not all good either but like in all things in life there's a balance. Not all sportsman & sportswomen are bad but on the other hand some do cheat, some don't play by the rules. There are players out there that are a true gift to the world. Those are the ones giving more life and energy to the 'walking dead' www.panacheoccasions.com
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(people who are bored out of their heads) Most players are switched on intelligent people that 'get it'. They understand life & relationships on a deeper level than most. They are almost always well experienced. I've not met a gallis that didn't deeply believe in love only to have his heart broken. When some of the greatest players tell me their stories, they either got crushed at a young tender age (i.e. Teenager) or they went through the most horrific traumatic breakup). However, they've all bounced back from it and come back ten times stronger and with a hell of a lot more game. Because of this wealth of experience, people come to the player with their problems. Usually the player just wants to have fun and keep it on that level, light hearted. But it's not unusual for a player to have someone break down on him, even when things are going really well. When you're enjoying the fantasy so much, going back and facing reality can really mess you up. Therefore the player may have to do some what I call 'impact counselling' which is like giving someone a couple of painkillers just to take the edge off for a while (so the player can make his escape). A player cannot fix your problems (although they do make good world leaders due to their charm and people skills). However they can make you feel good, give you hope that there is a better level of living out there and fulfil an empty hole, a need and a deep desire that life is truly made to be lived to the maximum and you only live once! Don't hate the player Don't hate the game Just love life and Just do it !! Tony (URBANSMASH) Andrews
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EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW with Mr Alfred Samuels By Mr. Lekan Olujinmi
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was introduced to Mr Alfred Samuels via the talented International Speaker & Lawyer; Ms Althea Grant (the daughter of the late Bernie Grant), and I consider him to be a man who can help our community to be aware of how we can effectively deal with Prostate Cancer. We came together to address how we can get the likes of MacMillan Trust, Dr Ladd Williams, and The Jamaican Cancer Society etc. to reach out and offer their services to our people in the Caribbean and Africa Diaspora. Mr Samuels’s book; “Invincibility in the face of Prostate Cancer “COMING OUT THE OTHER SIDE” is a positive story of a man’s will to live and his battle with the disease. Please tell the people around world what your current book is about ‘Invincibility in the face of Prostate Cancer "COMING OUT THE OTHER SIDE"’? This book is the story of how one man among millions struggles against advanced metastatic prostate cancer. Diagnosed in early 2012, this man went through an exhausting three-year test of his mind, his body, and his soul. The book extracts details from a day-byday diary, with a focus on the side effects of treatment and the power of the will to live. During his fight, he discovers that cancer does not define him but that how he lives and fights cancer does, and he shares a practical
approach to making the best of a very hard situation. Prostate cancer is a disease that has been shrouded in silence, in part because it strikes at the core of masculine identity, a subject that many men are reluctant to discuss. This man’s openness and diarised insight into his suffering with prostate cancer make for compelling reading. With the loving support of his partner and family, he fights the invader who seeks to take him from his dear ones. He could be mistaken for a man at war, as the disease lends itself to military metaphors. Swelling armies of cells on the march, their positions firmly entrenched in his organs, their stealth troops quietly setting up distant outposts in his body. He was offered the revolutionary cancer treatment drug abiraterone under the NHS special stampede clinical drug trials. This was exhaustively tested upon him, with astonishing results. After three years of intensive treatment, his PSA (prostatespecific antigen) level dropped dramatically from just over 500ng/ml to less than 0.01ng/ ml. Most significant was that these levels were achieved during the first six months of the treatment plan. For more than three years now, they have stayed at this level. The following figures are a rough guide to ‘normal’ PSA levels, depending on your age, a ‘normal’ PSA level is less than: • 3 ng/ml for men ages 50-59 • 4 ng/ml for men ages 60-69 • 5 ng/ml for men ages 70 and over As he struggled to return to normalcy, his professional career of 28 years as an international security consultant faltered and he came under financial strain. His mental state was tested, and as he fought the
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debilitating disease, he went through periods of suicidal ideation. His fight leads him to interrogate religious faith and to question his relationship with the almighty. Looking back on his family history of cancer, which wiped out everyone on his mother’s side, he recalls his mother’s courage during her own fight with cancer. In the later years of his treatment, he begins to understand that cancer is not a death sentence, it is a life sentence – 'It pushes one to LIVE. You can be a victim of it or a survivor of it. It's a MINDSET.' Tell our international readers what keeps Alfred Samuels inspired to continue fighting for better awareness on Prostate Cancer? My family, my dear partner, and the humanitarian duty I feel to educate those who are oblivious to prostate cancer entirely but also those who are aware of prostate cancer and remain ignorant. My mantra keeps me inspired: "I refuse to leave this planet before I have changed the taboo subject matter of prostate cancer into a subject matter that all persons regardless of colour, race, or creed are comfortable with.” Prostate cancer affects millions around the world, with 1 in 8 British men and 1 in 6 American men currently battling the disease. While it kills as many men as breast cancer does women, awareness and support for it is far less widespread. Do you feel that Africans have the right information on Prostate Cancer? No, I do not feel that the correct information is before them, numerous prostate cancer scientific studies have not included black men in mass. Personally speaking I raise 34 SEPTEMBER 2015 / www.panacheoccasions.com
the question is this simply another case of "political correctness?" Isn't prostate cancer colour blind? Doesn't cancer behave the same in all men, regardless of race? The answer is NO it does not, the facts and figures now speak for themselves when one examines The following: Genetics - There are a number of genes that have been identified in the black male, that are deemed as being associated with an increased risk of Prostate Cancer. Socio-economic factors - Studies have shown that shared decision making is much less likely to take place when patients have low levels of education, and black men on average have lower educational levels than white men. Once again flawed studies getting their information incorrect. There is evidence that we don't receive all the information to begin with, or we may not understand it in the way it's presented and this I do truly believe. But clearly this means we may not be fully aware of the possible consequences of treatment and ultimately end up regretting our choice. Race specific - Even when the disseminated information is shared, it may not be complete or totally accurate information at least as it relates to the black male. The overwhelming majority of USA published prostate cancer research studies include few (if any) black males as subjects. This means that decisions on prostate cancer screening, diagnosis, and treatment in black male is based largely on what is known about how the disease behaves in white men. Even in matters of life-limiting diseases, racial overtones are present, being black is hard I tell you. Thank god there's a god that we all answer to eventually.
What is the best way you feel that we should be informing others on Prostate Cancer? We are in the midst of a crisis that no one is talking about. We need a call to action for men to get checked and for families and friends to spread the word. People need to know that the risk is high and universal and also that the disease touches black males in disproportion to white males. Discussions about prostate cancer screening must begin at an earlier age, from the age of 45 for black men and from the age of 50 for men at average risk. Black men must weigh up this information in light of their own values and preferences and make a calculated decision about screening and treatment that is right for them. Until we are fully, ubiquitously aware, through education and awareness, we will remain intolerant and ignorant. A dear friend of mine eloquently coined a phrase: “Taboo2Tabletalk.� This is where we need to be now, not later. Name some of the key projects you have worked on over the years regarding Prostate Cancer Awareness? I’ve written my book, mentored other prostate cancer sufferers with Personal 1-2-1, participated in Facebook closed online chat groups: Prostate Cancer UK, Prostate Cancer Support Group, and Advanced Prostate Cancer chat. Who do you think should be doing more to save our majestic people from Prostate Cancer, for we tend to be the ones dying more from this cancer? Many would say pressure the government. I would say we as a people need to do something for ourselves or we will become extinct. We as black people have to come together collectively as an organisational body/group. This body/group would then represent our interest and presents it to government and if
necessary the European courts of justice to follow through. Why this book now and what is it you want to communicate to the people? I want to show that there is hope in spite of prostate ignorance within the community. The word 'cancer' is a buzzword right now. I wanted to contribute to society in a tangible way, and I wanted to have an impact on something important. In doing this, I am doing what I can for the greatest number of people, showing them that ignoring the issue is not the correct way. In my particular case, ignorance could have meant my death, because my prostate-specific antigen (PSA) level had reached a critical level. I know that there are many men out there for whom the journey will start at this same late stage, and it does not have to be this way. Prostate cancer is now the second most frequently diagnosed cancer globally. They say ignorance is bliss, but in the case of prostate cancer, ignorance could mean death and at the very least a lot of unnecessary pain and distress not just to yourself as a man but to your family, who goes through this with you. It is my duty to enlighten men as to the facts through the release of my book. There is nothing more frightful than ignorance in action. If ten people after reading this book, were to go and have their prostates checked, then I will have achieved my goal of breaking down the taboo that surrounds this disease. Sometimes in life, we as men need a plain reminder set before us: often, the nagging wife, girlfriend, or even friend is not enough. We believe ourselves to be invincible. I am here to say that this invincibility is a myth. I was your typical Alpha male, and it caught up to www.panacheoccasions.com
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me. What say you if it came in your direction? This book is not about making money: it is about educating people in order to save their lives. I leave you with this thought: “Nothing in the world is more dangerous than sincere ignorance and conscientious stupidity.” Martin Luther King Jr. Do you think you would have gotten through cancer without the loving support of your family in your fight against the invader who seeks to take you from your dear ones? Definitely not: when I think about this question, I feel a great sense of pride. I am proud of my family and of my partner Grace for being there when I needed them most. On a number of occasions whilst I lay prone on my bed, eventually rolling onto the floor due to a cancer flare up, it was the love of my family that made me capable of carrying on, which at the time was itself a superhuman feat. I collapsed four times during the course of 2012, and on one occasion, I was blue lighted into a hospital as a result. You can read about all of this in detail in the book. However, on each occasion, one of my daughters, my partner, or my brother were either by my side or on the phone with me. It seemed that every time things went very wrong, they were there. That's love; that’s support. What do you consider to be your main passions in life? For me, passion is a journey and not necessarily a destination. Having travelled the world extensively in my career, I suppose I have many passions that have revealed themselves over time. 36 SEPTEMBER 2015 / www.panacheoccasions.com
Whatever I'm doing in the moment, that passion is LIFE. A desire to work at something that makes a difference. To understand this world and to find the truth.
To help those less fortunate than myself and to be a voice for the mute. My greatest passion of all, however, is this: to guide my family and be there for them as long as I can be. What are your views on how the National Health Service dealt with your illness? There were hitches along the way, but on the whole, I have to say it has been positive. One hitch could be called significant, leading to a complaint being levelled against a doctor and me moving from the care of one hospital to another. The doctor in question was not a fluent speaker of English and fell short of empathy, causing me and my family much mental anguish. The hospital investigated and agreed that this doctor’s behaviour was totally inexcusable. But that was then, now that I am under the care of Mount Vernon Cancer Treatment Centre. I am the happiest I have ever been, and I have regained my confidence. The care, the concern, and the professionalism shown to me at Mount Vernon is second to none. This is the NHS at its best.
What is your next step to help highlight and eliminate this disease? My next step is to work feverishly to educate people and draw attention to prostate cancer in my community. What is the one thing that the prostate cancer experiences have taught you that you would like to teach to the younger generations? Love of thyself, love of family, love of mankind. Our young have to take the baton forward: this cannot be another temporary awakening that soon leads back into slumber and ignorance. I do not want the younger generation to say “Oh yes, I have heard about that” and carry on playing their computer games. Prostate Cancer has been treatable since the 1970s. Overall cancer survival rates – defined by patients living for 10 years after diagnosis – were roughly one in four. Last year Cancer Research UK revealed that, for the first time, more people will survive the disease than be killed by it. By the 2030s, CRUK estimates, three out of four people will survive. The future for our youth is promising – if only they’ll pay attention and learn. What did you love most about life when you were growing up & tell us where did you grow up? Oh my younger days were great, full of adventure and memorable times, if only I could relive some of those moments again (unfortunately only in my head now). Black & White people were closer and it showed. Music all-dayer events, jazz funk, soul music, and clubs, of which fighting was a rarity. Whether it was Soul or Reggae Lovers Rock, men and women danced intimately together, because the music was about LOVE, unlike today's WAR music. I ask you this how can men embrace sisters in love and at the same time be listening to derogatory words playing www.panacheoccasions.com
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in your ears, Not back in the day. The Sunday family gathering which everyone was present at. Clean, tidy and presentable around the dining table. Everyone participated in the setting of the dining table as well as washing up afterwards. Made no sense complaining when it was your turn you did it, no argument. Then the part we all loved entering the sacred front lounge (which was only used on a Sunday) where we played vinyl singles and L.P's, reggae, gospel and most black family household favourites Jim Reeves-Country & Western artist, all under the watchful eye of our parents. I was born in Westminster and initially grew up in Battersea in South London for the first 10 years of my life before eventually moving to Mitcham in Surrey where the remainder of my introduction to youth and young adulthood and education were completed. Between the ages of 13 - 15, I was an athletics sprint champion (100m & 200m) at high school and county AAA levels and represented the county of Surrey schools at English Schools championships twice and Surrey AAA on a few occasions also. I only wish the opportunities that exist now where athletics are concerned, were there in my days growing up. Describe in three words what is real LOVE? CARING, TRUST, HONESTY If you had the chance to do things all again in life what would you do differently to stop one getting prostate cancer? Knowing what I know now and understanding my family history, I would ensure that after a certain age (say age 40) I had regular medical checks, most definitely encompassing prostate cancer or any disease that was race-specific. I would eat far healthier: these major fast food 38 SEPTEMBER 2015 / www.panacheoccasions.com
eating houses do nothing for our health, as the statistics have shown us. The foods that our young shun (yam, dumplings, dasheen, and the red kidney peas in rice and peas, to mention but a few) saved my life. Others suffer with every ailment under the sun. Not back in the day. Old remedies ought not to be laughed or scoffed at. What would you most like to be remembered for in this world? Simply helping my family and community to become better at surviving. I would like to be able to say, “I, Alfred Samuels, made a difference.� What would you like from the likes of Macmillan, Dr Ladd Williams with his Tonic, The Jamaican Cancer Society etc? Macmillan and similar cancer charity/ organisations, need to be more race aware with regards to supporting black men with Prostate Cancer. An aggressive national educational and awareness program needs to be implemented to ensure that the community engages with the information and education. Dr Lad Williams discovery needs to be applauded by the community and all Prostate Cancer sufferers regardless of race, creed or colour be exposed to it's healing benefits. We must help one another it is the humane thing to do. The Jamaica Cancer society needs to push through a radical prostate cancer awareness program nationally as well as to the Diaspora living overseas, especially in the UK and USA. I include the diaspora based on the travelling habits of Caribbean nationals in the aforementioned countries.
Most of The African Continent and The Afro-Caribbean Countries have gained their independence but are still so dependent on former colonial rulers, when do you think we will have our time to trade amongst ourselves on all levels? If we were to just take a moment to stop and see the greatness that we as a people have we would probably scare ourselves to death. Unity and I say again Unity, Wherever we are as Africans whether it be in the Diaspora or in the motherland, our future lies together. There is a call for us to be unified and to work together to achieve a common goal for the race.
Use the resources available in our community. Connect with community leaders and groups who might work with us.
What could we be doing better in our majestic communities to see off Cancers? For me it starts with reaching out to the community, to make sure we have a clear picture of how cancer affects our community and what people in the community are doing about it. A community assessment would answer questions such as: • How does cancer affect our community? • What cancer prevention resources are available? • What can people do to prevent cancer? • What do people know about cancer? • Who are our possible partners?
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Lastly and most importantly, we men need to stop and listen to our women more and better educate ourselves. In my case, this most probably saved my life. Had not my eldest daughter and partner pestered me into seeing my doctors about my back pains, I would never have lived long enough to give this interview. Links to book reviews: http://hopepost.blogspot.co.uk/ https://www.facebook.com/ Comingouttheotherside/ posts/1634755710115500 https://www.facebook.com/ Comingouttheotherside/ posts/1638043786453359
The answers to these questions are unique to each community, and they will change over time. What we learn from our assessment will help us come up with an effective outreach strategy. Carrying out a community assessment will help us: Find out what people in our community need to learn about cancer and how to fight it. Refrain from doing the same work that other groups are doing. www.panacheoccasions.com
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Live concert by the fantastic N’Faly Kouyate at The Jazz Cafe By Mr. Lekan Olujinmi
I was humbled that Mr Al Hardwicke Kassi - Musik had invited me to the Live concert by the fantastic N’Faly Kouyaté at The Jazz Café and I must say it was a fantastic show. N’Faly Kouyaté is a Guinean musician. He is a member of the Mandinka ethnic group of West Africa. His father was the griot Konkoba Kabinet Kouyate, who lived in Siguiri, Guinea. In 1994 Kouyate moved to Belgium and formed the ensemble Dunyakan, featuring Michael A. Martone. In 1997, he was invited to join the Afro Celt Sound System providing vocals, playing the kora, and balafon, collaborating with the others in the band to compose songs that blended music from Ireland with that of West African countries including his native Guinea.
N’Faly Kouyaté
Still on a high after the concert, my journey home was filled with the sounds of N’Faly Kouyaté’s 16 track album “DOMINIMBA (live) - Album CHANGE”. I invite you to check out his video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/jXHv8BzuvhI The rhythm is so infectious that you will not be able to stop dancing. Photography by: Lekan Olujinmi
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Mr Al Hardwicke Kassi - Musik
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The Honorary Consul, Republic of Niger By Mr. Lekan Olujinmi
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y meet & greet with Mr Muhammadu Dikko Ladan - The Honorary Consul, Republic of Niger after wishing them a happy Independence (3rd August 1960) With the desert boasting some of the Sahara’s most beautiful dunes, the stark splendour of the Aïr Mountains & Ténéré Desert being one of West Africa’s most spectacular sights, and the intriguing, ancient trans-Saharan traderoute towns of Agadez and Zinder playing home to magnificent mazes of mudbrick architecture and fascinating locals, the international appeal of Niger as a destination is undeniable. I can not wait to start working with Mr Muhammadu Dikko Ladan - The Honorary Consul, Republic of Niger.
Lekan Olujinmi with Mr Muhammadu Dikko Ladan - The Honorary Consul, Republic of Niger
Mr Muhammadu Dikko Ladan and Adviser to Niger President Abubakar Dasuki
Mr Muhammadu Dikko Ladan - The Honorary Consul, Republic of Niger
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After our meeting Mr Muhammadu Dikko Ladan and Lekan Olujinmi - The Honorary Consul, Republic of Niger
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Saturday 5th December 2015 Bethel Convention Centre, West Bromwich, B70 7JW
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National Independence days Independence Days
KINGDOM OF SWAZILAND
By Mr. Lekan Olujinmi
The Klub International Management Company & Panache e-Magazine would like to wish the African & Caribbean countries featured a very Happy Independence Day this SEPTEMBER.
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Independence from Portugal 24th September 1973
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cratic Republic of Ethiopia - 12th September according to the Gregorian Calendar
hope you will have many happy returns of your special day. The Federal public of Ethiopia’s coming success will be your best salvation. Happy New ars Day to all the wonderful People of the Federal Republic of Ethiopia.
end to always say, ‘It cost nothing to remember others’! I Pray that all the onderful People of the Federal Republic of Ethiopia stay blessed, it’s the only ay to keep obtaining your true blessings.
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2015 ‘PLUS MODEL OF THE WORLD’-
LATOSHA HART “An individual’s destination is not only decided by determination and perseverance but also the precise timing of being in the right place at the right time. Latosha Hart entry into the world of Plus Size modelling began when she accompanied a family member to the screening for plus size models to walk the runway of Caribbean Fashion Plus Week. One of the talent scouts observed Latosha height, unique spice coloured skin tone and excellent natural body tone and asked her if she would like to enter the international Plus Model of the World Contest. Latosha though hesitant at first entered and won the Plus Model of the World Contest, she competed against models from many international countries including USA, Canada, United Kingdom, Brazil, Haiti, St. Lucia and other fellow models from Trinidad and Tobago. Latosha is the current spokes model of plus size Fashion for Caribbean Fashion Plus Week, a Carivog International production which is held annually in the Caribbean on the twin isles of Trinidad and Tobago. Caribbean Fashion Plus Week is an seminal fashion, entertainment and lifestyle event which has evolved from what started as an event for size acceptance (Plus Size) on the fashion runway into a Fashion Week of inclusion. Caribbean Fashion Plus Week now represents diversity in Fashion defusing the unhealthy and unrealistic standards of the fashion and beauty industry and epitomising the true essence of Caribbean style by providing an international runway platform
of suitable models representing the diversity of the sexes, heights, sizes and ages. The theme of the 2016 Caribbean Fashion Plus Week ‘Foot prints of the Caribbean’– is a truly diversified fashion Industry presentation reflective of the Caribbean communities of the world with fashion from childhood to Adulthood showcasing the latest trends in fashion for males and females of all heights , ages and sizes. The event have attracted, local, regional and international fashion industry professional and fashion designers from countries including Canada, United Kingdom, United States, Porta Rico, Venezuela, Brazil, Germany and other Caribbean Islands. Latosha quest is to be a role model, showcasing the latest in Fashion trends, empowering the plus size community with the understanding that the value of a body does not have a size. She envisions an ideal world where established and emerging designers create designs that makes all women minds and hearts soar to greater heights. Latosha says: “I must say thanks to the many great plus size designers, models, blogger, magazines, retailers, agents, the media and the vibrant plus size community for revolutionising the way the world look at the body in relationship to fashion. I know that there is still much to be done, but the foundation has been laid. The journey of change via inclusion of quality and comfort garment for plus sizes began with footprints from many directions and there is no going back, as united the plus community moves the fashion industry forward into greater diversity”. www.panacheoccasions.com
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LATOSHA HART
Photos taken in Tobago
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Updates on the MCUK heats in Nottingham & London By Clayton Brown
Wow! Big up Nottingham! We at Miss Caribbean UK are really enjoying visiting different parts of the UK and interacting with the communities therein. We have found that although the accents may be different the peoples’ aspirations are essentially the same. Living a happy harmonious, productive and peaceful life. In all the cities we have held heats of Miss Caribbean UK, we have found the individuals we have worked with, to be extremely supportive of our aim and objective to bring Miss Caribbean UK to the UK. For instance, Leroy Gray who helped us with the organizing and promotion of the Nottingham heat is constantly encouraging us to continue with our work as he can see the potential that the event has as a vehicle to get the disparate communities in the UK to interact together
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Luanda Holness
The Miss Caribbean UK Nottingham Heat judging panel: Owen Brown, Melita Bryan, Yvonne White, Elaine Small, DIONNE ROSE and Trevor Taylor.
Our fabulous judges on the night have experience of a wide gamut of skills in the community and entertainment sectors: Trevor Taylor – Licensee; Owen Brown – Barber and active local community leader; Elaine Small – Owner of Hi-Tec International Hair salon; Melita Bryan - former mayor of Nottingham and local councillor, Dionne
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he third National heat of Miss Caribbean UK 2015 took place on the 15th August 2015, at the ACNA Community Centre, 31 Hingerhill Road, St Ann’s, Nottingham NG3 4NB.
around a common goal. We would, therefore, like to thank Leroy Gray, Dione Rose and Yvonne White (Nottingham), Eddie Odudu (Manchester) and Mr Chin, Hyper Hype & Ras King BoBo (Birmingham) for all the help and encouragement and we promise to continue doing what we doing.
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Rose – Event organiser, entertainer, actor and presenter and Yvonne White – Officer at the ACNA Centre. Entertainment Victor Richards – singer, poet. Elmz - Rapper
Victor Richards – singer, poet.
We expected our home town to be well represented and we were not disappointed. Fourteen ladies took their chance to be crowned the Queen and represent the Caribbean in the United Kingdom.
Elmz - Rapper Fourteen ladies took their chance
Nottingham ladies represented! Candidates performed exceptionally well on the night. Four contestants were chosen; and will be in the final, with a chance to be crowned Miss Caribbean UK 2015. • • • •
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he fourth National heat of Miss Caribbean UK 2015 took place in London on the 23rd August 2015, at the magnificent Shaka Zulu restaurant, Stables Market, Chalk Farm Rd, London NW1 8AB
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Co-Founder - Jacqui Brown with Nottingham contestants: - Tammy Jeffers-Wells, Luanda Holness, Lateeshia Anderson and Louisa Gordon.
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They represented many Caribbean countries, however, their aim was the same; to be ambassador’s for the CARIBBEAN! To highlight and raise awareness of the positive contributions we have made UK culture and society. The show was equal to the stunning vibrancy of the venue. I was told by the manager that the entire interior of the venue had been made Africa. The place is amazing to see! Superb statues and images of African characters were everywhere, with dimmed lighting, it was easy to imagine that you were in fact back in the “Mother land”. The girls had learnt their choreographed walks by Reuben P Joseph, Haylee Venus, Kane Jones and his protégés Lana and it showed in the poise and grace with which they portrayed themselves.
The audience were clapping all night, encouraged by our host on the night, the ever suave Mr Livingston Gilchrist to raise it UP, UP! Indeed the energy went up and continued on its upward trajectory through the night.
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The audience was entertained by: - RECORD HEADS (Boy Band); Deborah Herbert (Solo Artists) and Ayesha (Solo Artists).
Host - Livingston Gilcrest.
Our entertainers brought the roof down, so to speak. Ayesha, Deborah and Record Heads, had Shaka Zulu rocking. So much so, that the manager Mr Manny Shoria came and asked who the singers were and where we had found them as they were so good. I told him we were very fortunate, as it was they who had found us. Suffice it to say, the night was a fabulous success, worth of a final. An event filled with style and Panache. (Have a look at the pictures, you will wish you had been there.)
Entertainers - Radio Heads.
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Dream Team - Lana, Hayne, RPJ, Haylee.
Our fabulous judges on the night have experience of a wide gamut of skills in the community and entertainment sectors: -Rodney Hinds (Sports& Features Editor of the Voice Newspaper); Miss Keeleigh Griffith (Current Miss Caribbean UK queen); Deborah Herbert (one of MCUK Primary sponsor) and Donna Joseph (Sales Manager at Stoke Newington Travel sponsoring the flights)
RPJ with singer Ayesha.
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London ladies represented! Candidates performed exceptionally well on the night. Eight contestants were chosen; and will be in the final, with a chance to be crowned Miss Caribbean UK 2015. Tehia Rae McDermott - 18 - Antigua Neesha Robinson - 23 - Jamaica Alisha Pomells - 21 - Grenada Nicole Renwick - 24 - Trinidad and Tobago Shiquerra Mckie - 19 - St.Vincent Yinka Williams - 25 - St Vincent Alisha Eversley – John - 21 - Guyana Venisha Hamilton 21 - Barbados
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Neesha Robinson
Alisha Pomells
Nicole Renwick.
Shiquerra Mckie
Yinka Williams.
Alisha Eversley - John
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LONDON HEAT choreographer: Reuben P Joseph, Founder’s Clayton & Jacqui Brown, Judges Deborah Herbert and Donna Joseph with her guests, finalist Tehia Rae McDermott, Denise Griffith and MCUK 2014 queen and judge for the night Keeleigh Griffith.
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Achieve Celebrating Achievements Special feature on YOUNG ACHIEVERS! Each month we will feature young people who are excelling in all avenues. Please send us stories of young achievers you think we should feature in this section to: info@panacheoccasions.com. Rapper aged 11 from one of UK’s most deprived areas has won a scholarship to posh Eton An ambitious schoolboy from Byker has won a place at Eton after impressing the world-famous college with his all-round skills - which included a bit of rapping. Tyrese George has his heart set on attending the prestigious public school ever since watching a programme about it on CBeebies a couple of years ago and when a chance came for an interview he didn’t hesitate to show what he could do. And that included a taste of the keen rapper’s musical side. CLICK HERE to read more on the talented youngster. 20:20, 13 JULY 2015 UPDATED 20:20, 13 JULY 2015 BY BARBARA HODGSON
Tyrese George, 11, has been accepted into Eton College
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Horoscope for SEPTEMBER 2015 It will be an end of season to be tackled with the greatest awareness, if we want to escape (at least a little bit) from the climate of general confusion that could reign on all fronts in September. The cosmic situation will favour both unconscious errors of judgement and deliberate lies! It will be up to us to try to preserve our lucid judgement and free will to stick to our course and head our destiny in our own way, trying not to founder in the face of information and events that could cause trouble. We would do well to rise above this, rather than add to things, or it would be at our own risk and peril.
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Jokes
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Fun, Games & Shopping
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