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s Christians around the world are preparing to celebrate Christmas, several members of the African American community are very upbeat and looking forward to enjoying themselves with family and friends. Many also view Christmas as a time for peace, love, and joy. Here are a few who shared their thoughts with Street Hype reporters: Audrey P. Marks, Ambassador of Jamaica to the United States of America - Christmas is that special time of year which radiates a nostalgic feeling for reuniting with family, friends and loved ones, participating in various festivities and the exchanging of gifts, while not losing sight of the real meaning of Christmas – hope bestowed upon humanity through the birth of Jesus Christ. Trudy Dean, Consulate General of Jamaica, New York - As we strive to create a better community, we are urging everybody to reflect more on peace, joy, and love as these were among the teachings of our savior, Jesus Christ. Tessa Smith, Writer Christmas is the celebration of a promise fulfilled. It's about the hope that's only found in Christ - hope, and access to full lives now and forever. Shane Burt-Miller, Associate Pastor at Bronx Bethany Church of the Nazarene - Christmas is a time of festive reflection

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with family and friends, expressing our love for one another with gifts and cheer. It is also a time of reflection on the greatest gift of all, God’s perfect love towards us. Continued on page 13

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Celebrating Christmas with the family

n just a few days, we will be celebrating another Christmas, an annual holiday commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ. Christmas is more than a religious or cultural celebration. It is a way of life for billions of people around the world. However, Christmas is observed by perhaps an equal number of Christians and nonChristians alike. What started out several hundred years ago as the humble birth of Jesus Christ in a manger in Bethlehem, is today the most celebrated event on earth. Despite its religious association, more people are attracted to Christmas as it is

more about giving and caring for others, and expressing the pride and joy of family. The social gatherings, symbolic decorations, feasting with food and drinks, are among the beautiful things about Christmas. We are grateful for being alive, but we all need happiness and comfort as we try to escape the challenges and the hardships we confront daily. Nevertheless, as our informal Christmas survey reveal, most people in our community are expressing the

view that Christmas today is about supporting and spending time with the family. A majority of the people we spoke with appear to be very compassionate and sincere about spending time and caring for their families. These are positive signs towards building a healthy African American family which has been deteriorating over the last several decades. The demographic findings on the quality of life for African Americans are not looking good.

Marriage, for example, has been a declining institution in American. But this decline is even more evident in the Black community. Research has also shown that the number of single-parent homes has risen dramatically for black women. Therefore, as we celebrate Christmas, let us consider longlasting bonds to build and support the family. In the words of Lee Iacocca, “No matter what you've done for yourself or humanity, if you can't look back on having given love and attention to your own family, what have you accomplished?” Patrick Maitland patrick@streethype.net

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My Christmas as a child

hristmas! The most spectacular event celebrated across the world. It is a special time of the year when we celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. My childhood was fun. Raised in the small community of Retirement in the parish of St. Elizabeth Jamaica, and the second of nine siblings, my parents did their best to ensure our memories were unforgettable. Such memories were filled with the sound of the wind, with chills that only country bunking’s could tolerate. Our cravings ranged from Christmas dinners, cakes and puddings, carol services, treats, gifts, and many other activities during the Yuletide season. But how could I reminisce and not share the glitter and glamour of Christmas lights that shone from the trees as we decorated our home. The setting was picture perfect. Our Christmas meals were delicious. Breakfast would include boiled bananas, slices of hard dough bread with roast beef, ackee and salt fish with fried dumplings served with hot chocolate tea - the one with the oil pon the top…yummy! Christmas dinner menu was baked chicken, roast pork, gungo rice and peas

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with the legendary sorrel and sour sop juice. Dragon stout was added as a roots drink. For our presents we got new clothes for church on Christmas morning, with dolls, cars, fire trucks, whistles and horns. We were very happy children especially when our families visited from near and far. It was so beautiful to hear the sounds of laughter as everyone greeted each other. I cherished those memories because our house was filled with joy.

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Pheffer Amato marches with Channel View Seniors:

Assemblywoman Stacey Pheffer Amato (D-Rockaway Beach) joined Channel View School for Research this past week for their annual College March. The College March is a powerful annual event during which the entire senior class marches their college applications to an on-campus mailing box while the rest of the school and local community cheers them on. The College March originated in 2011 and is an annual NYC Outward Bound Schools’ event. Since its inception, the College March has grown beyond a New York City March to schools across the nation. Last year, 2,700 seniors marched at 35 schools from 12 cities across the country. The event now serves as a powerful ritual that helps foster a college-going culture in the schools that implement it.

Clarke Opposes Republican Tax Bill

WASHINGTON: ongresswoman Yvette D. Clarke issued this statement following today’s GOP tax vote. Clarke voted against the bill: “Policy reflects priorities and the GOP's priorities are clear: billionaires first, everybody else second. “Eighty-six percent of middle class families will pay more in taxes. Americans will face higher healthcare premiums and 13 million people will lose their coverage altogether.” “Twenty-five billion dollars will be cut from Medicare. The bill slashes the highly popular state and local tax (SALT) deduc-

tions and increases the debt by as much as $2.2 trillion, leaving our children and grandchildren to deal with crushing debt. What's worse, good paying jobs will be shipped overseas. “This bill supports Republicans’ trickle-down delusions, not analysis or facts. It was written first and foremost for the wealthiest one percent, lobbyists and donors, not ordinary Americans. “Every Republican who voted for this legislation will be forced to answer why they chose the donor class over the working class. They’ll have to explain why they’ve made corporate tax cuts permanent, while

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elissa Mark-Viverito made sure her final stated meeting as city council speaker was a full agenda — and it was filled with goodbyes and controversies. At issue were two bills dealing with how police and the public interact. One requires that the NYPD direct officers to search only after obtaining "voluntary, knowing, and intelligent consent." The second requires police give out business cards, including name, rank, and shield number, while noting 311 can be called to submit comments about the encounter. Mayor Bill de Blasio supports the bills, while the largest police union has called them dangerous overreach. But because handing out cards is not required on all police interactions, others have said the bills do not go far enough. "So if you're not including traffic stops, that means an officer can stop you, a lot of things can happen, they still don't have to give you a card," Brooklyn City Councilman Jumaane Williams said. The bill's sponsor grew emotional talking about the blowback. ————————-—————-

Senator Ruben Diaz becomes Councilmember

his Thursday, December 21st Senator Rubén Díaz will be taking his oath of office as the New York City Councilman for the 18th Council District in New York City. This special ceremony will take place during the New York Hispanic Clergy Organization’s Annual Christmas Breakfast, which will take place at Maestros Caterers located at 1703 Bronxdale Avenue in Bronx County starting at 9:00 am. The Senator Diaz’s swearing in ceremony will be officiated by the New York City Clerk Michael McSweeney who will travel to the Bronx for the occasion. After serving 16 years representing the residents of the 32nd Senatorial District, Senator Ruben Diaz has decided to give up his Senate seat for the position of NYC Councilman, which he won in the past general election conducted on Tuesday, November 7, of this year. During the Clergy breakfast, the ministers will also conduct the swearing-in ceremony of their newly elected Board of Directors for the New York Hispanic Clergy Organization. Senator Diaz will officially begin serving as a City Councilman on January 1st, 2018 at 12:01 am.

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opular Bronx chef and event promoter, Kevin Michael “Big Red/Mr. K” Johnson, was laid to rest on Dec. 16 at the Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Hawthorne following a thanksgiving service held at Bronx Bethany Church of Nazarene, Bronx. Johnson, 49, known for preparing the best seafood dishes in the Bronx and Mount Vernon, died after a suffering a heart attack on Dec. 5. “It came as a surprise to us as Kevin did not have any major ailments or medical conditions,” according to commonlaw-wife and business partner, Judith Jackson. Johnson is survived by three children, his father, six siblings, one grandchild, nieces, nephews, aunties, uncles and hundreds of other relatives and friend. Jackson expressed appreciation to several members of the community, including restaurant and bar owners, for their support and participation in the “farewell and funeral” for Johnson. “It was a tough time for us as we say goodbye to a man that we love dearly,” Jackson noted. ————-———————————

Harrison Trainer Arraigned on Sexual Abuse Charge

ric Betz, 31 of Irvington, NY has been arraigned on sexual abuse and forcible touching charges. Betz is charged with Forcible Touching and Sexual Abuse. Betz and the victim initially met at LifeEric Betz time Fitness in Harrison where Betz is a trainer. On or about July 1, 2017, Betz contacted the victim and arranged to meet her. He then forcibly groped and sexually assaulted the victim in spite of her protests. After a brief struggle with the victim, Betz left the premises. Betz pled not guilty. His bail was set at $3,000 cash over $3,000 bond, and his next court date is Jan. 25, 2018. Betz faces up to one year in jail.

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New national identity system in Jamaica to cut transaction costs, facilitate services

KINGSTON, Jamaica: amaica will have a reliable identification system that will make it easier and cheaper for citizens and legal residents to prove their identity for a variety of transactions, from opening bank accounts to getting social services from government agencies. By reducing transactional costs on identity verification, the National Identification System (NIDS) will help cut bureaucracy and improve the delivery of government services. Among other benefits, it will make it easier to access birth certificates, especially for mothers and persons with special needs. The project – which will strengthen the civil registry, enhance the ability for the public and private sector to introduce identity verification and the implementation of the National Identification System – is being financed with a US$68 million loan approved by the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) and will bring Jamaica to the forefront of modern identity management, in line with Estonia, South Korea, Finland and Uruguay, among others. As has occurred in other countries, the National Identification System will be instrumental in improving the quality and efficiency of public services, as well as spurring the development of e-government. The provision of online services by the private sector, such as e-banking and e-commerce, will also benefit from the implementation of this system. To obtain a passport, Jamaicans must present four documents, a time and resource burden on both citizens and government agencies. Jamaicans must present three proofs of identity and two references to open a bank account, raising the cost of the transaction due to lost time and other costs to US$93 (Jamaican dollars: 11,653).

Passport scandal unfolds in Grenada ————————————-

ST GEORGE’S, Grenada: ccording to local reports, a 40-year-old wealthy Pakistani national has been issued a Grenada diplomatic passport by the current administration of Prime Minister Dr Keith Mitchell. The individual has been identified as Fahad Sultan Ahmed, born on May 14, 1977, in Karachi, who reportedly obtained a Grenada diplomatic passport two years ago. However, he is not named in any official diplomatic capacity at the Grenada High Commission in London, nor does he hold any other portfolio or assignment anywhere for Grenada. This latest revelation follows allegations earlier this year that Henley and Partners, an advisory firm that plays a major role in promoting the citizenship by investment (CBI) programme run by Grenada, was involved in an alleged scheme to obtain a diplomatic passport from the government of Grenada for a Ukrainian businessman, in exchange for a payment of US$1 million.

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NEW YORK, NY: whopping 84 Caribbean nationals are on the current Interpol’s Most Wanted List for a range of serious crimes ranging from murder to drug trafficking to sexual assault and rape News Americas has found. Leading the tally is Jamaica, which ranks sixth globally with the highest rate of violent deaths in the world. According to News Americas analysis, the number of wanted criminals from Jamaica on the Interpol list is a whopping 52. The list includes 29 who are wanted for murder. Second on the list of Caribbean nations is the Dominican Republic, which has 16 nationals on the list. They include two women – Elizabeth Cleydy Peralta Marte and Joan Jose Espinal Carvajal, both 27, who are both wanted for counterfeiting Guyana has six wanted persons on the list including Julie Elizabeth Ravel, a German citizen reportedly living there, who is wanted for alleged murder while Suriname has five including Brazilian-born, Surinamese national, Patrícia Terezinha Miguel Bom, 43, who is wanted for narco trafficking. Two nationals are wanted from The Bahamas. They are Alexander Antonio Thompson, 39, who is wanted for aggravated assault

with a firearm, resisting an officer with violence and possession of 20 grams or less of cannabis and Nicole Russell, 28, who is wanted for aggravated assault, aggravated battery and possession of a knife during commission of a felony. Saint Kitts & Nevis, Saint Lucia and Trinidad & Tobago each have one person on the Interpol list. From St. Kitts is Russian-born, St. Kitts national, Alexander Rodionov, who is wanted for bribery while 27-year-old Tyson Joseph of Saint Lucia who is wanted for robbery while armed with a firearm, attempted murder and aggravated assault. Ralph Anthony Sheppard, 49, is the lone person making the list from T&T. The TriniCanadian is wanted for sexual assault on a minor and incest.

Cuba postpones presidential election; Raul Castro to stay in power until April

HAVANA, Cuba — he Cuban government has announced that it will postpone a presidential election originally planned for February 2018, which means that Raúl Castro will remain in power at least until April 19, the new date in which a new legislature and the president of the Councils of State and Ministers will be elected. Castro had announced that he would retire at the end of his two terms on February 24, the original date of the election of the new National Assembly, although any transfer of power is likely to be largely symbolic since he will remain as head of the ruling Communist Party. According to the announcement published in the official Communist Party newspaper Granma on Thursday, the decision is due to the impact of Hurricane Irma, which

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hit the island in September and also caused the postponement of municipal elections.

China puts forward Grenada’s Development Plan

ST GEORGE’S, Grenada: f the Grenadian government accepts a multibillion dollar plan, it would become the first in the world to opt for the wholesale adoption of a Chinese development blueprint – increasing Beijing’s influence in what is frequently described as ‘America’s backyard’. The Chinese foreign ministry said this month that “China Development Bank, at the request of the Grenadian government, is helping them draft a national development strategy”, the South China Morning Post reported. It said the Grenadian government “assumed the primary responsibility for the development of their own country” and that China was “willing to provide necessary assistance to their economic and social development upon request”.

Wang Yingjie, a lead researcher involved in the drafting of the Grenada national development strategic plan, told the Post this month the plan had been finished recently and “should be in the hands of the Grenadian government already”. According to the Post, Beijing’s blueprint envisions the construction of massive infrastructure projects in the small Caribbean island, which has a population of about 100,000. They include the construction of a highway connecting the major towns on its main island and a railway line encircling it. The plan also calls for the building of deepwater ports that could accommodate a large number of cruise and cargo ships, a large wind farm to replace diesel-fuelled generators and a modernised airport.

Eleven Caribbean countries defy US on UN resolution on Jerusalem

NEW YORK, NY: n a roster that could be described as the courageous, the circumspect and the craven, eleven Caribbean countries supported a UN General Assembly (UNGA) resolution that criticized President Donald Trump’s decision to move the US Embassy to Jerusalem, despite US ambassador to the United Nations, Nikki Haley’s threatening letter to General Assembly members not to support the resolution and that Trump “will be watching [Thursday’s] vote carefully” and “requested I report back on those who voted against us…” On Thursday, the UNGA overwhelmingly rejected the Trump administration’s decision to recognize the disputed city of Jerusalem as Israel’s capital. By a 128-9 vote, the representatives of the member countries gathered at UN headquarters in New York City ignored US objections and approved a nonbinding resolution calling on countries to avoid moving their embassies to Jerusalem. Among the countries that voted in favour of the resolution are many traditional US allies, including the United Kingdom and France. Thirty-five countries abstained, including nine regional countries, with two others – Saint Lucia and St Kitts and Nevis being strategically absent. Two regional countries joined Israel and the US, along with five other countries, in voting against the measure. Earlier in the day, before the assembly voted on the largely symbolic declaration, Haley reiterated her resistance in no uncertain terms. “The United States will remember this day in which it was singled out for attack in the General Assembly for the very act of exercising our right as a sovereign nation,” Haley said on Thursday. ——————————-

Latin American and Caribbean exports to China increased by 30%

WASHINGTON: Exports from Latin America and the Caribbean increased by around 13 percent in 2017 and are nearing the $985 billion mark. This sharp acceleration contrasts with the 3.3-percent drop of 2016, according to “Trade Trend Estimates for Latin America and the Caribbean,” a new report published by the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB). The main explanation for this growth is the recovery in exports to China, which are up by 30 percent, and to the United States, which grew by ten percent. These two destination markets accounted for two-thirds of total growth. The 12-percent increase in intraregional flows also contributed significantly to the region’s trade performance. Exports from the region grew more than total global exports, which saw a year-on-year variation of 9.7 percent between January and September this year.

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With Another Flap, Greebel Fraud Trial Heads To Closings The defense of former Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP attorney Evan Greebel rested Tuesday, but that didn’t stop his defense team and government prosecutors from one last squabble before closing arguments.

2nd Circ. Strikes Down DOJ Ban On 'Fractional' Licensing The Second Circuit on Tuesday shot down a U.S. Department of Justice rule barring music licensing groups BMI and ASCAP from so-called fractional licensing, saying the agency must formally modify longstanding antitrust settlements if it wants to ban the practice.

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by Leslie Dellon oreign entrepreneurs who want to build innovative companies in the United States received good news on Friday, when federal judge James E. Boasberg of the U.S. District Court ruled in favor of a lawsuit brought by the National Venture Capital Association (NVCA), entrepreneurs, and startup companies on September 19, 2017. Represented by the American Immigration Council and Mayer Brown LLP, the plaintiffs’ lawsuit challenged the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) delay of the

International Entrepreneur Rule (IER). The rule was created to allow talented foreign-born entrepreneurs to travel to or stay in the United States to grow their companies for two and a half years, with the possible extension of another two and a half years. As a result of the agency’s delay, foreign entrepreneurs that intended to use the rule to grow businesses in the United States were blocked from doing so. NVCA and the other plaintiffs argued that because DHS did not solicit advance comment from the public on the delay, it vi-

olated the Administrative Procedure Act’s requirements. The United States would consequently miss out on the economic activity that would have been generated by these new businesses. With Judge Boasberg’s ruling in place, DHS must now cease the delay and begin accepting applications of foreign entrepreneurs who wish to grow their companies in the United States. This will no doubt provide a significant boost to the U.S. economy, as it has long thrived on the contributions and innovations of foreign entrepreneurs.

Immigration Arrests Inside the U.S. Spiked While Border Crossings Dropped to Record Lows

by Joshua Breisblatt he Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has publicly released immigration enforcement data for Fiscal Year (FY) 2017, which shows that apprehensions at the border are at their lowest levels in over 45 years, while arrests in the interior of the country have increased. The data for FY 2017 covers the final four months of the Obama administration and the first eight months of the Trump administration (As it relates to border security, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), which is housed within DHS, announced that CBP had apprehended 310,531 individuals trying to enter the country without authorization this past FY, which was a significant 23.7 percent decrease from FY 2016. Apprehensions conducted at the border are used as proxy for determining whether migration flows are up or down. Thus while the number of apprehensions along the border are declining, this is not likely due to the administration’s anti-immigrant rhetoric and calls for a border wall. Rather, the decline is simply a continuation of historically low levels not seen since the early 1970s.

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Gatlin 'shocked' by anti-doping allegations

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orld champion sprinter Justin Gatlin says he is "shocked and surprised" at doping allegations made against his coach and an agent. Athletics anti-doping officials have begun an investigation into what the president of the sport's governing body called "serious allegations" about Dennis Mitchell and Robert Wagner.

DC United Welcomes Reggae Boyz

News Americas: C United of Major League Soccer (MLS), has signed Jamaica Reggae Boyz player, Darren Mattocks. Mattocks, of Portmore Jamaica, was traded by the Portland Timbers in exchange for a 2018 International slot. The 27-year-old has made 24 appearances last season for the Portland Timbers, scoring four goals and recording two assists.

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The Daily Telegraph said Wagner - an agent linked to Gatlin - offered to "illicitly supply performance-enhancing drugs" to undercover reporters. A video released by the Telegraph features a man the newspaper says is Wagner insinuating Gatlin is taking banned drugs, "just like every other sprinter in America". The paper also said Gatlin's coach, former Olympic gold medallist Mitchell, told reporters that athletes are able to get away with doping because the drugs they use cannot be detected by tests. Both deny the allegations. Writing on Instagram on Tuesday, Gatlin said he "fired" Mitchell "as soon as I found out about this". The 35-year-old American said he is "not using and have not used" performance-enhancing drugs. He added: "All legal options are on the table as I will not allow others to lie about me like this." The Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) set up by the sport's world governing body the IAAF - and the US Anti-Doping Agency (Usada) said they had opened an investigation into the claims. "Investigations stemming from tips and whistleblowers play a critical role in anti-doping efforts," Usada said in a statement. ——————————-

Bajan Surfer Forced To Settle For Silver

News Americas: arbados-born surfer Chelsea Tuach was forced to settle for silver in the XIII Pan American Surf Games in Lima, Peru on the weekend. Tuach scored more points than her Argentine opponent, Ornela Pellizzari, collecting 14 points but saw that score cut in half after the judges penalized her for interference. “At the start of the heat, I had priority for the wave and took off. Meanwhile, the Argentine surfer paddled around me and dropped in on the inside. In surfing this is called ‘snaking’ and is not legal.

NEW YORK: io Olympic relay gold medalist Asafa Powell leads a stellar Jamaican contingent that will race at the 111th NYRR Millrose Games at The Armory’s New Balance Track and Field Center in New York on February 3, 2018. One of the all-time greatest sprinters in history, Powell will be joined by compatriots Natoya Goule, Simoya Campbell, Kimarra McDonald, Aisha Praught Leer, Kemoy Campbell and the previously-announced Omar McLeod, in addition to other athletes expected to be added to the lineup. “It’s been a good few years since I’ve run at the NYRR Millrose Games,” Powell said. “This year will be my first with it being held at the Armory. I hear the Jamaican crowd there is amazing. I’m really looking forward to putting my mark down in a building with such history.” Asafa Powell has represented Jamaica at the last four Olympic Games, taking 4x100m gold in 2016. He has earned outdoor World Championships medals in the individual 100m and 4x100m relay, including two relay gold medals. He is the fourth-fastest male 100m athlete of all time, having run 9.72. He has run

under 10 seconds 97 times; and under 9.90 a total of 43 times, more than any other athlete. His legendary fellow Jamaican Usain Bolt is second, with 35 sub-9.90 races. At the NYRR Millrose Games, Powell will feature in a star-studded 60m, the distance over which he clocked a personal best of 6.44 at the Portland World Indoor Championships. In New York, he will face Omar McLeod, the reigning gold medalist in the Olympic and World Championships 110m hurdles as well as the World Indoor Championships 60m hurdles. The former University of Arkansas standout McLeod has run 9.99 for 100m outdoors and 6.61 for the indoor 60m. The two Jamaicans will also be challenged in the NYRR Millrose Games’ 60m by the previously-announced CJ Ujah of Great Britain, whose 4x100m team struck gold at the London 2017 World Championships. For the first time at the NYRR Millrose Games, several Jamaican high schools will be sending their top runners to compete in multiple relays against some of America’s fastest high school relay teams.

Gayle Keeps Hope Alive For West Indies Cricket

News Americas: tar cricketer, Chris Gayle, is staying hopeful for the West Indies cricket team despite their back to back test loss against New Zealand. Gayle, who recently reached his recordbreaking 20th T20 century with an his unbeaten 146 for the Rangpur Riders in the 2017 Bangladesh Premier League title on Tuesday, Dec. 12th, will be joining the Windies side as it gets ready for its One Day Internationals (ODIs) next Wednesday at Cobham Oval in Whangarei. “It’s good to get wins under your belts and to win series as well. In these conditions it’s always difficult to play and beat New Zealand … but we are up for the challenge,” he told TVNZ. The West Indies men lost their test match against New Zealand and were also fined again for a slow run rate on Tuesday.

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The Windies will now gear up for three One Day Internationals (ODI’s) that will follow on Dec. 19th, 22nd and 25th while three T20s follow on Dec. 28th and 29th, 2017 and Jan. 1, 2018.

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“We are thrilled to add an attacking player who unbalances opposing defenses with his speed, willingness to get into dangerous areas, and ability to score goals,” Dave Kasper, United’s general manager, said. ”Darren is coming off a great year with impactful performances for Portland and for Jamaica, helping them reach the Gold Cup final. We believe Darren’s best football is ahead of him as he enters the prime of his career, and we welcome him to the Black-and-Red.” Mattocks made his debut for the Reggae Boyz in a 2-0 win against El Salvador in an international friendly on Aug. 16, 2012. He has scored 14 goals in 42 appearances for Jamaica and most recently appeared in all six of their Gold Cup 2017 games including the final against the U.S. Men’s National Team.

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News Americas: he Caribbean Football Union, (CFU), says it is working hard to restore its credibility. President Randy Harris, who replaced Antiguan Gordon Derrick who was banned for six years by football’s world governing body, FIFA, after being found guilty of bribery and conflict of interest charges, told Barbados Today recently that that organization is “working towards ensuring that their credibility would be what it once was.” CFU oversees 31 Caribbean associations and are a subset of CONCACAF, which also embraces governance for the likes of the United States, Canada, Mexico and Central American nations.

ENTERTAINMENT Singer Levantay releases new single ‘Shy Guy’

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LEVANTAY Kingston, Jamaica: amaican-born sultry singer Levantay, known for her music with a message, announced the release of her latest single “Shy Guy.” The highly-anticipated song, written by Levantay for Levantay Enter-

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prise, produced by Paul Christie for Ultra Beam Records, and distributed by Zojack Media was released on November 24, 2017. The single, is both revitalizing and refreshing and something we have yet to hear from the singer, accompanies an audio video on Youtube. The single is available for immediate download on all major digital platforms including iTunes, Spotify, Juno and Amazon. Levantay and Christie teamed up this year to create the long awaited track which showcases Levantay's sultry vocals over a blend of soulful Jamaican roots, rock and reggae rhythms to create an effortless, yet seductive vibe. The song is already being played in the Czech Republic, UK, USA, Australia and Jamaica. Paul Christie has worked closely with such industry icons as Sly and Robbie, Rorey Baker, Donovan Germain, Shane Brown, Tony Rebel, Dean Fraser and Tarrus Riley, just to name a few. Christie’s new record label Ultra Beam Records launches with Levantay as the first female artist to appear on the label and debut the song “Shy Guy”. Connect with Levantay at levantay.com https://facebook.com/levantaytv or levantaymusic@gmail.com

IRAWMA/Chicago Music Awards set for Feb 2018

ext year's 36th staging of the International Reggae and World Music Awards (IRAWMAs) will be piggybacking on the 37th Annual Chicago Music Awards. The decision was taken as the IRAWMA hopes to nationally televise their ceremony. To allow for adequate planning, the awards' rebranding committee has pushed the reintroduction of the IRAWMA ceremony until 2019. As a result, the 36th IRAWMA winners will be revealed in conjunction with the 37th Chicago Music Awards (CMA) in February

2018, instead of the previously announced date of September 30. The rebranding committee is currently seeking the most appropriate venue to host the IRAWMA 2019. Jamaica, New York and South Florida are being considered. Damian 'Jr Gong' Marley, Stephen Marley, Skip Marley, and Kevin Downswell have received nominations for the 36th IRAWMAs. Voting for the IRAWMA Awards is open to the general public at www.irawma.com and will close on January 31, 2018.

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Reggae artiste Chronixx occupies the number six position with Chronology. Also on the list are Bob Marley's The Legend Live and Revelation Part 2: The Fruit of Life at 14 and 15, respectively.

New album featuring Jamaican, international artistes to be released Friday

new album featuring some of the best in reggae and pop music is to be released on Friday. The 15-track compilation titled Tropical House Cruises to Jamaica includes music from Sean Paul, Chronixx, Damian and Stephen Marley, as well as British pop superstar Ed Sheeran, Wyclef Jean and Sean Kingston.

Vybz Kartel, Lee 'Scratch' Perry, Capleton, Sizzla and Jamaican born rapper Safaree are also featured. The album will be digitally released by Contractor Music Group based in Ocho Rios, Jamaica and distributed by Atlanta-based Amada Records under the EAE Management Group.

Missy Elliot to receive Essence's Black Women In Music honour

issy Elliot is set to "work it" early next year when she receives Essence's Black Women In Music honour. The iconic rapper/producer will receive the honour that Essence first began awarding back in 2010 to recognise the accomplishments of both emerging and established artists and influencers during Grammy week. Essence describes Elliot as a consummate visionary whose creativity knows no limits. Missy Elliott will receive the honour on January 25 at the Highline Ballroom in New York City.

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‘Compassionate Visionary’

By Kimmy Blair Street Hype Reporter ————————————————housands of mourners poured into the Christian Cultural Center in Brooklyn on Tuesday for the solemn and tearful funeral of the man who was remembered as God-fearing and compassionate. The former CEO of the Golden Krust Caribbean Bakery & Grill, Lowell Hawthorne died on December 3, of a selfinflicted gunshot wound to the head at his company’s headquarters, Bronx. At the funeral service to honor the life and legacy of the man who founded Golden Krust, the services began with prayer and song as the room filled with loved ones, friends and people whose lives Hawthorne had impacted over the years. He came to the U.S in 1981 from Jamaica, and first worked as an accountant for the NYPD before opening his first bakery on E. Gun Hill Road in the Bronx. The franchise grew to more than 120 stores in 10 different states. He's received numerous awards over the years and was featured on the TV show “Undercover Boss.” He even created a foundation which has awarded more than 300 scholarships to aspiring students in the U.S and Jamaica. Hawthorne was 57 years old. The widow of Golden Krust founder Lowell Hawthorne said that his shocking suicide left her family heartbroken and grasping for answers, as she shared her personal sentiments in a tribute on the back of a 45-page printed program. Lorna called her husband a "Phenomenal Extraordinaire." "My husband was a visionary, a dreamer, a motivator, a courageous and compassionate person," she said in the message to the more than 4,500 mourners who packed the Christian Cultural Center to capacity. "You were my confidant, a faithful and loving husband, the greatest Dad our children could ever wish for and a tower of strength to our family," she said. "Though you left us with many tears and questionswe must continue our life and will see you in paradise," she wrote. One of his four children seemed to allude to the growing work stress in his eulogy delivered Tuesday. "You are now in eternal peace. Fret no more," son Haywood Hawthorne, a vice president at Golden Krust, told the crowd. Omar Hawthorne delivered a touching tribute to his late father, stating: “Thank you for teaching me never to take anything for granted and pushing me to become the best possible man I could be.” Hawthorne's daughter choked back tears as she described losing her "best friend.” "For anyone who knows me, you know my dad was my first love," Monique Hawthorne said from the stage. "As a father-daughter duo, we fit together quite well. He was the yin to my yang." "I'm sure he was probably joking, but in those circumstances and those unseen moments, my father was always protective, always loving and always supportive," she

said. Hawthorne's two other sons also gave eulogies, with one voicing the family's shock over the unexpected tragedy. Hundreds of mourners braved the cold and packed inside the megachurch to pay their last respects to the beloved Jamaicanborn entrepreneur who died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound in early December. Hawthorne was remembered as a Godfearing and compassionate man in tributes delivered by friends, relatives and dignitaries including Jamaica’s former Prime Minister PJ Patterson and current leader

Family members sing a tribute at the funeral for Lowell Hawthorne at Christian Cultural Center on Tuesday in Brooklyn.

Andrew Holness, both of whom were not present at the ceremony but had their speeches delivered by representatives. “Lowell has brought hope and possibilities to many young Jamaicans through the Golden Krust scholarship,” Patterson said in reference to the scholarship named after Hawthorne’s parents – the Mavis and Ephraim scholarship - which allowed about 350 students to go to college. “He was a man of integrity, he found time to help others despite his many commitments,” Patterson said. HIGH-SPEED INTERNET AVAILABLE ANYWHERE

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Continued from page 1 Maureen Goulbourne, Agent, New York Life Insurance Company -- Christmas! The most spectacular event celebrated across the world. It is a special time of the year when we celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. Dorothy Williams-Wallen, business operator - I see beyond the festivities and gifts sharing. Christmas to me is commemorating the birth of our Savior Jesus Christ. I don’t give gifts for the sake of gift-giving. Rather, I try to fill the needs of others so they can see Christ extended through me. Eboni Hayes, Beautician, Mind, Body & Wellness Salon -- Christmas is about family and friends. That is what Christmas is to me. Derrick “DJ African” Glenmore, DJ/Cab Driver - Christmas to me is one of the most significant gifts God has given to man, and that is, his only Son. Everything is brighter with all lights around and most of all, and there seems to be more love. So, from my family to yours, have a joyful, peaceful and blessed Christmas.

y fellow Jamaicans in the Diaspora, I am pleased to extend warm greetings to you as we celebrate another Christmas, “the most wonderful time of the year!” For Jamaicans everywhere, Christmas is that special time of year which radiates a nostalgic feeling for reuniting with family, friends and loved ones, participating in various festivities and exchanging of gifts, while not losing sight of the real meaning of Christmas – hope bestowed upon humanity through the birth of Jesus Christ. Christmas 2017 is no different. However, from our historical perspective, 2017 signaled a milestone year in Jamaica’s development – the 55th anniversary of the independence - birth of our beloved homeland. During this year, we focused on “Celebrating Jamaicans at home and abroad”. While acknowledging the continued challenges of socioeconomic development, we paused to give thanks for what we have achieved in just five and a half decades of nationhood. Having implemented myriad macroeconomic reforms, the offshoots of recovery are evident in the economy’s ten con- secutive quarters of growth, record levels of employment and increased output in most industries. In addition, there has been an increase in external demand for some of Jamaica’s goods and services and growth in non-traditional exports. This, against the backdrop of a globally tumultuous year which has resulted in geopolitical shifts within and beyond the Western hemisphere. Closer home, many of our

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neighbours in the Caribbean Region continue to grapple with the damage wreaked by the recent hurricanes during what was an inordinately active 2017 Atlantic hurricane season. We are grateful that Jamaica was spared on this occasion. However, let us continue to keep our neighbours in our thoughts and prayers as we continue to facilitate their recovery, rebuilding and resilience efforts. In “Celebrating Jamaicans at home and abroad”, I must take this opportunity to convey, on behalf of the Government of Jamaica, deepest appreciation for your continued strategic engagement in nation building. I continue to be inspired by the benevolence of Jamaicans in the Dias-

pora who continue to give selflessly and sacrificially, to enhance the welfare and transform the lives of our fellow citizens back home. Your patriotic fervor and dedication to providing support to communities from which you originate, notwithstanding the time and distance, reflects the warmth for which Jamaicans have been renowned and the true essence of the Jamaican spirit. As conveyed at the Jamaica ‘55 Diaspora Conference held in Kingston earlier this year, many thanks for supporting the mission to build a better Jamaica, land we love. On behalf of the staff of the Embassy, I wish for you and yours, a peaceful and holy Christmas and a prosperous 2018.

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Family Features: fter a holiday season filled with indulgent food and limited time for exercise, there’s no time like the New Year to adopt some new, healthy habits. These additional tips can help you get a healthy start to the New Year: Change up your routine. Start by making a few lifestyle changes, such as maintaining a healthier diet or increasing your exercise regimen. Maybe you’d like to shed a few pounds or tone up before the weather gets warmer. Changing up your eating (and drinking) habits can be the first step on the path to success. Start at the tap. Make sure your healthy eating habits include cooking with the best-tasting water possible. You may be surprised to know that the water coming from your faucet may contain unwanted contaminants such as lead and mercury. That means you could be washing your fruits and vegetables or making soups and smoothies with water that contains impurities. Contrary to what some people may think, boiling water does not completely remove certain contaminants like lead from water. “Drinking water daily is an important component to staying healthy, as water keeps you hy-

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he festive season is upon us, bringing with it a busy social calendar full of excuses to get dressed up and rock glamorous make-up. Whether you're celebrating with friends or getting ready for the office party, we take a look at the hair and beauty tricks to keep you looking your best this Christmas.

Exfoliate your lips Keep your lips looking luscious and healthy this party season by exfoliating regularly. Simply mix some honey and brown sugar and rub on your lips for a natural, quick fix. Opt for fuss-free glamorous curls Every season has different trends, but you can never go wrong with tumbling tousled curls. Heated rollers are an easy way of achieving this classic beauty look, and they can be worn while you wrap your Christmas presents for easy multitasking!

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Master the smokey eye December is definitely the season to grab charcoal eyeliner or some sparkly eyeshadow for glitz and glamour. The key is to blend - use a softer colour in the corner of your eye and add the darker shades as you work your way out. Look after your locks All hair types can suffer during winter from the constant switching between the cold outside to the heat indoors. The change in temperatures dries out your hair, so start using moisturising conditioner – once a week use a deep-condition hair mask for extra shine.

Get a healthy glow With all those winter layers you can end up losing your summer tan, but if you want a natural glow opt for a gradual fake tan to slowly build the colour for a natural finish.

Get a manicure If you're running from party to party, or travelling across the country to see relatives, you don't always have time to pop to a salon to top up your manicure. Gel nails make a great alternative as they will last from Christmas to New Year's Eve without chipping – pick a wintery shade such as plum for a chic look.

Flaunt your pearly-white smile All the peppermint mochas and gingerbread lattes consumed during autumn can wreak havoc on your teeth, so grab some whitening strips and use sparingly to cover up any stains. Make sure to exfoliate your lips and keep your skin moisturised during the colder months

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ELIZABETH, NJ: New Jersey man convicted of killing his girlfriend whose remains were scattered in at least two locations has been sentenced to 70 years in prison. Matthew Ballister III was also ordered Monday to spend at least 55 years in prison before being eligible for parole in the October 2013 death of April Wyckoff. The Union Township man was convicted earlier of murder, hindering apprehension, desecrating human remains and other counts. Union County prosecutors say Ballister stabbed, hit and intentionally ran over the victim because he thought she was having an affair. He said he accidentally ran her over during a drug-induced hallucination. Some of Wyckoff's remains were recovered in Newark, but the rest of her body was never found. Judge Stuart Peim called the case "particularly vile and barbaric."

PATERSON, New Jersey: A New Jersey teacher has bought Christmas gifts for the entire school using donations from her online fundraiser, and she says next year will be "bigger and better." Jennifer Olawski says she was inspired to buy gifts for the students at Community Charter School of Paterson last year after one student told her she wasn't expecting anything for Christmas. The Spruce Street branch serves students in grades kindergarten through four, and school officials say many come from families living below the federal poverty level. The 31-year-old says she raised about $2,500 last year. This year, she raised more than $4,500 to give each of the 500 students coloring books, slime kits and winter hats and gloves Monday. Olawski says she is already collecting donations for next year online through GoFundMe.

Paterson man wins $100,000 from scratch-off lottery

city man won $100,000 from a scratch-off lottery ticket purchased from a 21st Avenue store, the New Jersey Lottery stated on Tuesday morning. Carlos Rodriguez purchased a $5 “Hot

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By Josey Vogels e tend to measure the quality of our relationships on silly things like how good the sex is, the level of communication, whether you share the same values. But, at this time of year, we're all reminded of the true test of a relationship: giving each other presents. • The etiquette of gift giving in relationships isn't always obvious. Particularly when it's early in a relationship, or Christmas shows up before you've actually identified whatever it is that is going on between you as a relationship. Emily Post never included a rule for how many times you have to sleep with someone before they warrant a Christmas present. • A gift to someone you've just started seeing — And, should you decide to take the risk and give a gift to someone you've just started seeing, what you get them can be even more revealing. Something too personal might have too much meaning; something impersonal might not have enough. Something too generic is, well, too generic. Something too practical lacks romance; something too romantic is too risky. Spending too little seems cheap; spending too much is extravagant. Before you know it, an innocent little gift has taken on the ability to define a relationship faster than you can say, "I hope you kept the receipt." • When you're seeing someone, giving without receiving sucks - A friend of mine learned this lesson last Christmas. The guy she was seeing was about to leave the country for at least a year, but despite their attempts to avoid getting too involved before he left, they did, and she felt strongly enough about him to want to give him a Christmas gift. "I put a lot of effort and thought into a gift for him -- a homemade CD and a safety charm for travelers, wrapped up very lovingly. When I gave it to him, he said he felt bad because he hadn't got me anything. Yes, despite all that "to give is better than to receive" crap, when you're seeing someone, giving without receiving sucks. It screams "Obviously, I care more about you than you do about me." • A bad gift can be very telling Once, a guy gave me a pair of sparkly, plaid Converse running shoes for Christmas after we had been going out (and I use the term loosely) for less than a month. Trust me, I'm not a sparkly plaid kinda gal. In fact, I'm not even a running shoe kinda gal. Right then, I knew it wasn't to be. I thanked him politely and shoved them into the Sally Ann bag in the back of my closet. We broke up a few weeks later. • Gift giving can speak volumes about the relationship - But the politics of gift giving isn't lost only on the newly united. Even if you've been together for years, gift giving can speak volumes about the relationship. One year I agonized over what to get my boyfriend. I combed stores in two cities, searching high and low for that perfect gift. I finally found it: a vintage hockey sweater, the last one in the store -maybe even the last one on the planet. This, I thought, would tell him how much I cared, how well I understood and accepted who he was -- a big issue in our relationship was that he was into sports and I wasn't -- and how much I loved him. I couldn't wait to give it to him. We didn't end up exchanging

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(Family Features) anaging blood pressure can be difficult, especially during the holidays and winter months. A change in routine, family visits, traveling, illness, holiday menus and financial concerns can all conspire to derail your best efforts at keeping chronic conditions, like high blood pressure, under control. If you are one of the millions of American adults with high blood pressure, it is vital to keep your blood pressure stable. Drastic changes can put you at risk for heart attack or stroke. Here areThthree ways to control your blood pressure throughout the holiday season from the American Heart Association:

Be Wary of Decongestants Decongestants are in many over-thecounter cold and flu medications but they have some harmful side effects. They can raise blood pressure and decrease the effectiveness of some prescribed blood pressure medications. It’s best to use them for the shortest duration possible and avoid in severe or uncontrolled hypertension. Consider alternative therapies, such as nasal saline, intranasal corticosteroids or antihistamines, as appropriate.

Keep Track of Medication The winter months tend to bring an increase in both heart attacks and strokes. According to research from the Journal of the American Heart Association, a 4.2 percent increase in heart-related deaths occurs away from a hospital from Dec. 25-Jan. 7. “Factors like cold weather, sudden increase in activity like shoveling snow, stress and dietary indiscretion can contribute to a chain of events leading to more stress on the heart during the winter months, potentially triggering a heart attack or other cardiac event,” said Jorge Plutzky, M.D., director of Preventive Cardiology at the Brigham and Women’s Hospital and a volunteer with the American Heart Association. It is vital to keep track of your medication and take it as prescribed by your doctor to decrease chances of heart attack and stroke. The American Heart Association’s

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Maintain Healthy Eating Habits The holidays can be a bad influence on healthy eating habits. However, it is important to stay active during these times and continue eating healthy. While you are enjoying holiday feasts with family, be aware of sodium, often found in seasonal foods like bread, cheeses and prepared meats, which can increase blood pressure. Don’t feel like you can’t indulge a little, but make sure to incorporate healthy meals. Staying active while traveling can be a challenge, as well. Try bringing simple exercise equipment like a jump rope or resistance band with you. Consider walking to sights or restaurants nearby, or finding a local park or indoor walking path. For more information and tools about blood pressure management, visit heart.org/hbp. Bayer’s Consumer Health Division, maker of Coricidin HBP, is a sponsor of the American Heart Association’s High Blood Pressure website.

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