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2 Caribbean Life, Feb. 23–Mar. 1, 2018 BQ Williams now running for Lt. governor

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By Nelson A. King As the United States Senate on Thursday summarily blocked three measures — including one backed by President Donald J. Trump — Jumaane Williams announces his candidacy for lieutenant governor at City Hall. Photo by Tequila Minsky to resolve the fate of the so-called Caribbean and other “Dreamers,” leaving hundreds of thousands of By Tequila Minsky speaker. er was my advocate. It’s where I get them facing an uncertain future, The steps of City Hall were filled On his behalf, Council Member I. my strength and drive.” Caribbean American Democratic with excitement on Friday, Feb. 16, Daneek Miller from Queens touted Williams also paid tribute to and Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke when Council Member Jumaane Wil- Williams’ advocacy for working peo- referenced others in history who has blamed the crisis squarely on liams announced his candidacy for ple. inspired him: Frederick Douglas, the president. lieutenant governor of New York Labor activist and organizer Eddie Martin Luther King, and Shirley “In September, Donald Trump state. Kay spoke of Williams as a fighter Chisholm. created a crisis by ending DACA Colleagues, other elected officials for the little guy, who would use the He acknowledged all those who were [Deferred Acton for Childhood and representatives from community position as a voice that is one for the standing behind him as “having his Arrivals],” Clarke, the daughter of organizations with whom Williams people. back.” He said, “Together, we can do a Jamaican immigrants, told Carib- has worked with over the last decade Williams has spent several week- whole lot. It’s not me, it’s us, togeth- bean Life on Saturday. “He then and half declared their support for ends on a listening tour around the er.” called on Congress to work together this maverick politician who was just state, meeting with local activists and And he offered his mantra: Do what to solve it.” elected to his third term from the progressive organizations since his you can, with what you have, for as But Clarke, who represents the 45th District in NYC City Council. Martin Luther King announcement many people as you have the privilege 9th Congressional District in Brook- Speakers repeated the term “pro- that he was exploring the possibility of serving, for as long as you can. lyn, said Trump “continues to tor- gressive” in describing Williams’ of running for lieutenant governor. Concluding he said, “Together, we pedo bipartisan deal after bipartisan brand of Democratic Party politics. It is their encouraging response, can prove that activist energy can deal, while offering an immigration State Senator Kevin Parker who has he says, that in part has informed his overcome establishment money… can framework that is cruel, vindictive known Williams for years and taught decision to formally enter the race. reject the politics of cautious inac- and heartless. him at Brooklyn College, where Wil- Before a crowd of nearly 100 com- tion… amplify the voices of all those “Over 100 Dreamers are deported liams earned a B.A. in political sci- munity members including those who aren’t being heard.” daily, and we are quickly approach- ence and an M.A. in urban policy and from East Flatbush Village, Elite In New York State, candidates for ing the March 5th deadline,” she administration, said, “I’m excited to Learners, GMACC-a violence preven- governor and lieutenant governor run said. “If Donald Trump cannot lead, continue to work with him on issues tion program, and Rabbi Ralbag and separately in the primary, with the win- he must get out of the way and let of public safety, fighting discrimi- friends, Williams made his official ners of each party’s nomination forming the Congress do its job in a biparti- nation, protecting our environment, announcement. a joint ticket for the general election. san fashion,” and save DACA.” and more.” Williams’ older sister by five years, Current Lt. Governor Kathy Houchul March 5 is the day that Trump He called Williams fearless, effec- Jeanine Williams also spoke sharing has confirmed that she will run for re- has set the DACA program to expire. tive, and passionate in taking on personal anecdotes. election. The primary is Sept. 11. The program protects about 690,000 issues in City Council. When Williams finally addressed Williams was asked if he were elected Caribbean and other Dreamers from In various recent public appearanc- the press, he said, “This is a big thing. in the primary and on the ticket with deportation and allows them to es, Williams speaks about running on I am first generation American / Cuomo, could he work with Cuomo, work, study or join the military. But his effectiveness in City Council. He Brooklynite, and the son of Grenada. with whom he is critical. Trump rescinded DACA, leaving it to introduced and passed more than 40 I’ve spent my 41 years in Brook- “I am a Democrat. I’m going to be Congress to find a replacement. pieces of legislation — second only lyn and am a public school baby, up running as a ticket, but I am independ- After the week began with the to the number introduced by the through Brooklyn College. My moth- ent,” Williams said. promise of an extraordinarily open, free-ranging debate on immigration, senators on Thursday struck down measure after measure, leaving into Go to www.Caribbeanlifenews.com for the latest in Caribbean news, entertainment, sports, business, viewpoints and more. question whether any solution on the Dreamers can be reached.

BQ Caribbean Life, Feb. 23–Mar. 1, 2018 3 Updated daily at www.caribbeanlifenews.com CARIBBEAN ROUNDUP THE NEWS FROM BACK HOME

Antigua A 57-year-old Japanese woman who kicked a police officer in the groin and refused to be searched on arrival at the V.C International Airport in Antigua recently was jailed for 14 days on a charge of assault and disorderly con- duct. It is alleged that Masayo Goto, who arrived on a Caribbean Airline flight from Jamaica, got involved in a fight with Customs offic- ers and refused to be searched during a rou- tine check at the air- port. Narcotics and K-9 officers, who were also on duty, went to the assistance of the Customs officers, as a result of the kicking, screaming, and disorderly behavior of the Japanese national. A search was eventually carried out on her bags but nothing was found. She was taken into custody and charged with assaulting a police officer among other offenses. She was destined Overcrowding in Haiti’s prisons to travel to St. Vincent. Goto pleaded guilty to the charges In this Feb. 13, 2017 photo, a prisoner puts food in a bag to send up to a fellow inmate at the National Peni- and was sentenced to 14 days in prison tentiary in downtown Port-au-Prince, Haiti. Prison authorities say they try their best to meet inmates’ needs, but repeatedly receive insuffi cient funds from the state to buy food and cooking fuel. by Magistrate Ngaio Emmanuel. Associated Press / Dieu Nalio Chery Bahamas The pilot of a six-seater aircraft that crashed in waters near Mastic point, ketplace will bring together hotel and estimated at 10,500 prisoners or 96 out has grown to include a range of innova- Andros, Bahamas killing all six people destination representatives; wholesalers of 100,000 inhabitants. tive initiatives that address all pillars of on board recently was not licensed to and tour operators; online travel agen- WPB said the result of overcrowd- sustainability. operate commercial flights nor did he cies; meetings, incen- ing causes many human violations, The Climate Smart Sustainable Tour- have the required ratings to operate tives, conventions and important health problems, spread of ism Forum was held under the theme the Piper aircraft in visually impairing exhibition and mem- diseases, malnutrition and violence. “Good for Us, Better for All,” bringing weather conditions. bers of the media for It noted that 72 percent of the pris- together local, regional and interna- According to the Federal Aviation serval days of business oners were in pre-trial detention with- tional tourism stakeholders and devel- Administration’s (FAA) Registry, the meetings, including a busy program of out having been tried. opment agencies. pilot of the ill-fated flight, Darren thousands of pre-scheduled appoint- Organizing partners include the Clarke, held a private ments. St. Kitts CTO, the St. Kitts Ministry of Tourism, pilot license. This year’s Caribbean Travel mar- St. Kitts Ministry of Tourism recently the St. Kitts Sustainable Destination The United States ketplace, which was produced by the received an award for Excellence in Sus- Council and Sustainable Travel Inter- registered aircraft CHTA, was held in Puerto Rico. tainable Tourism from the Caribbean national. departed San Andes Tourism Organization (CTO). Airport around 8 am and crashed into Haiti The award was given at an awards St. Lucia waters approximately four miles off The impoverished country of Haiti ceremony of the Climate Smart Sus- St. Lucia’s new luxury hotel Harbor Mastic point. has been ranked as the worst country tainable Tourism Forum, which was Club recently opened its door under All seven passengers, including the for the most overcrowded prisons in recently held in St. the new ownership of well-respected pilot, were aboard the flight which was the world, according to information Kitts. Canadian entrepreneur and business- intended to land at New Providence. released by World Prison Brief (WPB). Permanent Secre- man Wes Hall. A private pilot is not supposed to According to the London-based pub- tary of the Ministry of Harbor Club is an ultra-modern carry paying customers. lication, at the end of January the Tourism, Carlene Hen- hotel featuring 115 tropical cabin-style French-speaking Caribbean Commu- ry-Morton said the Ministry of Tour- rooms and suites and is poised to set Jamaica nity (Caricom) country topped the 205 ism’s Sustainable Destination Manage- new luxury standards and is designed The Caribbean Hotel and Tourism countries surveyed for the most over- ment Plan provides a powerful case to welcome travelers. Association (CHTA) recently announced crowded prisons in the world, followed study in destination-driven sustainable Aimbridge Hospital- that the 37th edition of the Caribbean by the Philippines and El Salvador. tourism development, demonstrating a ity LLC Company will Travel Marketplace will be held at the In June 2016, the 17 mode of excellence that can be applied manage the Club. Montego Bay Convention, Jamaica from Haitian prisons in the to other destinations in the Caribbean Aimbridge Hospital- Jan. 29 to 31, 2019. country, had an aver- and beyond. ity is the largest inde- The event will be held in collabo- age occupancy rate of She said the St. Kitts Ministry of pendent hotel man- ration with the Jamaica Ministry of 454 percent and the Tourism recognized the sustainability agement and investment firm in the Tourism, the Jamaica Hotel & Tourist space per detainee was a little less than risks associated with tourism develop- United States, and is recognized hospi- Association and the Jamaica Tourism 0.05 m2, far off the international stand- ment and immediately began pursu- tality management leader throughout Board. ard which is 4.5 m2. ing a deliberate Sustainable Destination the Caribbean. The CHTA, Caribbean Travel Mar- The prison population in Haiti was Management Program (SDMP), which Continued on Page 16

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B Caribbean Life, Feb. 23–Mar. 1, 2018 5 A bold archbishop retires

By George Alleyne lines that all human beings are value that has its origins in the Anglican dioceses of the Car- accepted by God. church. ibbean will soon be naming “I think it is sad when per- “Our clear position is that a new Primate as Archbishop sons get up as Christians and every human being in this John Holder will retire at the ridicule another human being world is a child of God and end of February ending eight and give the impression that whatever… their opinions or years of leading eight districts they are children of the devil their orientations, our role is to of the church in the region. and not children of God. That support them. If we think they Reverend Holder’s retirement is out for us as Anglicans, we are going wrong, our role is will also see Barbadians anoint- don’t do that,” Holder said. to redirect them, but not con- ing another Anglican leader as His approach was remark- demn them,” he said. he has been Bishop of that dio- able because he dared to ven- “Instead of going after pecu- cese since 2000. ture into areas where Carib- liarities, we look at what we Among the most memora- bean political leaders fear to have in common and share ble work during Rev’d Hold- tread, or if they go there, walk God’s love and fellowship with er’s reign as regional Anglican gingerly. all persons, no matter their ori- Primate was his effort at all- Fear of angering the elector- entation. The church is here inclusiveness, notably seeking ate and thereby losing precious as a servant of God, servant of Retiring Archbishop John Holder. Photo by George Alleyne to welcome into the fold per- support of voters have over the Christ and we are here to min- sons of alternative lifestyles and years seen Caribbean govern- ister to every human being in sexual preferences. ments resist behind the scenes this world.” move along at a different pace 13th Bishop of his native Bar- It was a bold move in a pressure from developed coun- The archbishop’s comments along a common path. But the bados in 2000; and he became region steeped in traditional tries and international organi- last weekend during a special important thing is keeping our Archbishop of the West Indies in religious beliefs in which the sations to stop criminalising diocesan thanksgiving farewell eye on the goal of the journey… 2009. A graduate of the Barba- populace harbours a conserv- homosexual acts. service held in Barbados, shows to strengthen the ministry of dos-based Codrington College, ative approach to what com- Regional political leaders an awareness that the effort at this diocese, especially focusing where he earned the Bachelor of prises acceptable gender rela- have shown that they rather inclusiveness is work that has this ministry on those critical Arts Degree in Theology and the tionships and the definition of lose hundreds of millions of only just begun. areas of life that often need to Diploma in Theological Studies, marriage. dollars in funding and aid from “My ministry demanded a be connected to our faith.” the archbishop also holds a mas- Addressing the matter of developed countries and donor level of understanding, and a According to Church in the ter’s Degree in Sacred Theology churches speaking out against agencies than risk the wrath depth of patience,” he said with- Province of the West Indies, (STM) from the School of Theol- homosexuality he said last year of the religiously conservative out any reference to acceptance Archbishop Holder entered the ogy, University of the South. In that they seem to be misread- Caribbean voter. of persons regardless of orien- ordained ministry as a deacon 1985, he was awarded the Doc- ing and misinterpreting the But the archbishop persisted tation. in 1974 and became a priest in tor of Philosophy (PhD) from Bible, which he said clearly out- by confronting this social core He added, “each of us will 1976. He was consecrated as the King’s College, London.

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Q Caribbean Life, Feb. 23–Mar. 1, 2018 9 OP-EDS Teaching Black Whither, West Indies cricket? History in our schools By Albert Baldeo much egos, and behave like “WICB needs to take Cricket is first mercenaries.” The griev- By Jesse Hamilton percent of teachers believed responsibility for the fall and foremost a ances on both sides must be Last summer, I hosted a their state offers insufficient for WI cricket.”-Ramnaresh dramatic spectacle. heard and addressed. hackathon for middle school support for teaching about Sarwan, former WI captain It belongs with The major complaint is students at Medgar Evers Col- slavery. “The West Indies Cricket that “the board has been lege. Picture 40 enthusiastic The SPLC’s analysis pro- Board is the most unprofes- the theatre, ballet, utilizing the ‘big stick’ young people ready to learn vides important data support- sional in the world…Cam- opera and the approach in dealing with about coding, computer sci- ing the need to make black eron is ‘immature’, ‘arro- dance. matters, and not hav- ence, and technology, along history instruction mandato- gant’ and ‘not having West ing proper communica- with CodeEd educators and ry, mirroring my experience Indies cricket at heart’…a tion with all stakehold- the welcoming college staff. with the hackathon students dictator… I think we had ers, including the players.” In an effort to be as edu- and elsewhere. enough as players.”— Dinanath Ramnarine, (pre- Sarwan exposed his fallout cational as possible, I like Recent news reports under- Dwayne Bravo vious president of the West with the WICB and Ottis to do a little history quiz score the necessity of this leg- “When is the last time a Indies Players Association) Gibson, saying that Gibson when we host young people. islation. In one Bronx school, critic paid one your bills? and opening batsman, Des- verbally attacked him and My quiz features questions I.S. 224, the principal report- Always remember that when mond Haynes were only a dropped him, destroying like, “Who was the first Afri- edly instructed an English you start to give them your few former stars who con- him mentally. This led to can-American woman elect- teacher not to teach about energy.”-Dave Cameron, curred with CARICOM’s his now famous quote, “I ed to Congress?” That day, the Harlem Renaissance. In President of WICB, now recommendation that the didn’t know my front foot I asked, “Who was Medgar another school, administra- CWI (Cricket West Indies) WICB become accountable from my back foot,” a situa- Evers?” Silence. The ques- tors refused to allow a stu- A few years ago, Sir Gar- to CARICOM authorities, tion that caused him to flee tion stumped nearly all the dent named Malcolm Xavier field Sobers, Sir Viv Rich- and that the board should from the game and not leave students. Combs to put “Malcolm X” on ards, Wes Hall and Andy “undergo structural adjust- his house or his room for Only one student could his senior sweater. In anoth- Roberts, uniting under the ment.” days, until the point when venture a reply on his Civil er instance, in Park Slope, umbrella banner of Crick- Recently, a CWI press his father had an emotion- Rights Movement leadership. the PTA included images of et Legends, met with Gre- release recently confirmed al breakdown over worry That lone reply is part of performers in blackface on nada Prime Minister Keith that off-spinner Sunil Nar- for his son. “I would not the reason I am advancing advertisements for a 1920s Mitchell, chairman of the ine, batsman Darren Bravo answer the call of the WICB legislation to make black his- themed fundraiser. Passing Prime Ministerial Commit- and all-rounders Kieron if picked now,” is reflective tory instruction in our K-12 this law would send a clearly tee on the Governance of Powell and Andre Russell, of a seriously broken spirit. schools mandatory. needed message of inclusion West Indies Cricket, which all refused to proudly don Sarwan’s disgust that The Southern Poverty Law to all New Yorkers. had appointed the CARI- their West Indies flannels, “The CWI or WICB what- Center recently published a Black history’s importance COM cricket review panel preferring to participate in ever name y’all come under, troubling report on schools extends far beyond a single in the wake of yet another the Pakistan Super league all the administrators, from teaching the history of slav- month. From the abolition- crisis that emerged follow- instead of taking part in the 1990 onwards should go ery, “Teaching Hard History.” ists like Sojourner Truth, ing the West Indies’ with- ICC World Cup qualifiers in and play now and help the Among the most alarming who broke barriers in advo- drawal from India’s tour in Bangladesh in March. The team qualify for the next findings, SPLC reports that cacy and helped end slavery, October 2014. World Cup is cricket’s big- World Cup,” is symptomatic two-thirds of high school to the Harlem Renaissance, “During the last two dec- gest stage. Former captains of the fact that West Indies seniors did not know it took home to literary and artistic ades, many different presi- and star batsmen Chris cricket is imploding, and a constitutional amendment dynamism we benefit from dents and CEOs have led Gayle, Ronnie Sarwan and not keeping, consolidating, to end slavery; 58 percent even today, to the pioneer- the West Indies Cricket the iconic Sir Viv Richards, unifying and managing its of teachers found their text- ing achievements of Shirley Board (WICB) and yet, its Darren Sammy, and many individual talents. His com- books inadequate in teach- Chisholm, who paved a path performance has declined other players have con- plaint that, “Now imagine ing about slavery; the average for future public servants of steadily with each passing demned similar complaints the great WICB asking play- textbook scored only 46 per- color, men and women alike, year,” the Legends said in a about the Board’s callous ers to play. I would like to cent in SPLC’s assessment of black history serves as part of joint media release. treatment of players in the laugh but out of respect what should be included in the our national heritage. “The board is an oligar- past. for the Caribbean people study of American slavery; 40 Continued on Page 22 chic structure that consid- Not only has the WICB I won’t,” demands imme- ers itself answerable to no / CWI shown serial dis- diate action by CARICOM one but itself. It is one of the respect for great players governments to address the few sporting institutions like Sobers, Hall, Kanhai, problems in our cricket. that have remained virtu- Gibbs, Lloyd, Chanderpaul CARICOM will do well to ally unchanged in attitude and others over the years, remind itself what cricket and structure in the last 70 but their humiliation have supremacy means in a glo- Founded 1990 • Published by Community News Group years or more.” Roger Harp- become more pronounced bal context to all Caribbean Corporate Headquarters: One Metrotech Center North, Suite 1001, Brooklyn, NY 11201 er, Charlie Griffith, Dery- with each succeeding gen- brothers and sisters, sons CEO: Les Goodstein ck Murray, (who was also eration of cricketers. Some and daughters. It is best PRESIDENT & PUBLISHER: Jennifer Goodstein member of the CARICOM quarters have complained summarized by the former ASSOCIATE PUBLISHER: Ralph D’Onofrio review panel), leg-spinner that “some players have too Continued on Page 22 EDITOR EMERITUS: Kenton Kirby ASSOCIATE EDITOR: Kevin Williams REPORTER: Alexandra Simon LETTERS TO THE EDITOR are welcome from all readers. They should be addressed care of this newspaper to the Editor, Contributing Writers: Azad Ali, Tangerine Clarke, Patrick Horne, Nelson King, Tequila Minsky, Vinette K. 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10 Caribbean Life, Feb. 23–Mar. 1, 2018 BQ Caribbean Superheroes among ‘Black Panther’ party

By now everyone knows the film “Black Panther” is not a documentary about a Inside Life 1960s, California, Black revo- lutionary political party/group By Vinette K. Pryce that scared America straight wearing all-black outfits, tot- ing weapons and fearlessly pro- Letitia Wright and Brazil-born toured with him extensively. claiming “power to the peo- Jamaican Nabiyah Be. After arriving here, she ple.” Jamaicans on the island attended Pace University to In fact, the Imax HD block- joined legions of anxious mov- study theater and eventually buster is a 1966 Marvel Comics iegoers throughout the world landed Off-Broadway roles. creation and 134-minutes fea- on opening day to catch first This major movie debut ture that is all the rage for being public screenings of the antici- placed Be alongside some of the highest grossing comic pated sci-fi/fantasy which in Hollywood’s hallmark actors book character which stars addition to its alluring advance — Forest Whitaker, Michael an all-Black cast and received promotion also features Be, B. Jordan, Sterling K. Brown, critical acclaim throughout the daughter of reggae legend Nyung’o, Bassett and Chadwick the world and shines a global Jimmy Cliff. Boseman. spotlight on a continent the Cliff’s foray with acting Be’s character, Tilda John- president of the United States includes starring roles in son is actually Nightshade. considers a s***hole. “The Harder They Come” and Nightshade debuted in Steve Making its world premiere “Bongo Man” with featured Englehart and Alan Weiss’ Cap- Guyana-born Letitia Wright portrays Shuri in the “Black prior to President’s Day holi- roles alongside Robin Williams tain America #164 in 1973. In Panther.” www.rottentomatoes.com day, the groundbreaking film in the comedy “Club Paradise.” the comics, she is able to turn set in the African nation of His daughter’s reversed path convicts into werewolves with Wakanda features immigrants, to the spotlight found her sing- a serum she created. Given her of the movie, perhaps, the next her passion for acting in 2006 Africans, Caribbean nationals ing and acting on the Brazil- specialties in biology, chemis- leading royal from the Marvel after watching a young Keke and some of the fiercest and ian stage. Born on the South try and robotics among oth- franchise will be Shuri, por- Palmer who starred in the wisest women to dominate any American continent, like her ers Nightshade was the third trayed by 24-year-old Guyanese movie “Akeelah & The Bee,” dynasty or administration. Jamaican father she is also a villain casted for the film fol- Wright. a film about a disadvantaged Among the women listed singer. lowing Killmonger and M’Baku She migrated to England youth who found her identity in starring roles are: Angela On his many tours to Bra- (Winston Duke). with her mother at the age of when she emerged a spelling Bassett, Mexico-born, Kenyan zil she accompanied him sing- Described by director Ryan seven. Lupita Nyung’o, Guyana-born ing background vocals and also Coogler as “the love and light” Reportedly, she discovered Continued on Page 16 LOOK HOW WE’VE GROWN

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Q Caribbean Life, Feb. 23–Mar. 1, 2018 13 A requiem for women rights activist By Tangerine Clarke Many speakers echoed the The iconic life of Guliana sentiments of Leonela Jacobs Jacobs-Moses was remembered who eulogized Guliana as a quite the way she would have brilliant daughter of Kwak- wanted on Thursday, Feb. 15 wani Village, who excelled, and with a celebratory memorial received Guyana scholarships filled with love and touching to study in Iraq, and the Uni- tributes, her mother Christiana versity of Guyana. A. Jacobs, family members, An immigrant who came friends and the many whose to the U.S. in 1984, Guliana lives she touched. fought for the rights of others, Pastor Easton Marks in and as recent as January 21, conducting the requiem for protested in Times Square for the advocate and owner of women’s equality. Jacobs Tax Service in Brook- Obtaining bachelor’s and lyn, reminded mourners of the Guliana Jacobs-Moses. master’s degrees from John Jay inevitability of death, and used College in criminal justice, sis- the scripture and ‘quips’ to ease ter, Leonela called Guliana a the hurt and pain during the Posthumous accolades from “vibrant soul, a comforter, and stirring memorial. Brooklyn Borough President counselor whenever needed.” “She was an activist who Eric Adams, Congresswoman First Lady of Guyana, Mrs. served, who lived for oth- Yvette Clarke, Rep. Hakeen Jef- Sandra Granger in a statement, Chairperson of International Woman’s Movement, Bonita ers, who gave, sacrificed, and fries, Assemblyman Nick Perry, applauded Jacobs for her sup- Montique and members remembering Guliana’s outstand- loved,” said Pastor Marks. and Sen. Kevin Parker, hon- port of causes she espoused. ing work. Photo by Tangerine Clarke Dr. Reynold Howell, Pastor ored “Gully”, as she was lov- Married to Noel Moses in Carlus Hamilton and Pastor ingly called. June 2016, Guliana was remem- Floyd Johnson, expressed con- Sister, Hazetta Jacobs, bered by Consul General of “Guliana’s untimely death will “As a member of the Guy- dolences in prayer and wor- expressed how proud she was Guyana to New York, Barbara clearly affect her family and ana Action Committee, Guy- ship. of Guliana. “The comfort and Atherly, as a strong woman our Guyanese community” ana American Patriotic More than 800 mourners kindness showed by so many who loved deeply and fiercely. “Guliana was a patriot and Forum, United Bridge Build- filled the pews of the Flatbush gave us strength to move on. “During our last encounter, this was fervently displayed ers, she was at the forefront of Seventh Adventist Church to “It is not about crying, it is she promised to visit the con- throughout her life as she very our high incident of suicide, say a final farewell to the beau- about living the life she would sulate to share her ideas about aptly represented the cause domestic violence and sexual tiful lady who died suddenly on want me to live, to continue a woman’s project for Guyana, of Guyana and Guyanese on exploitation of women,” said Feb. 3, at age 56. her legacy.” said Hon. Atherly, adding, every issue.” the diplomat. LOOKING FOR A GOOD AND AFFORDABLE DENTIST?

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Q Caribbean Life, Feb. 23–Mar. 1, 2018 15 CARIBBEAN ROUNDUP

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Q Caribbean Life, Feb. 23–Mar. 1, 2018 17 Ex-councilman: NYPD harasses me, files lawsuit

By Nelson A. King as a former two-term New York business man said. “My man- want any crime in his Precinct Former New York City Coun- City Councilman who served ager Dr. Omar Stewart [his area, although he admitted Café cil Member Dr. Kendall Stewart the city well, and brought mil- son, who is also a medical doc- Omar was not responsible for has been speaking out against lions of dollars in funding and tor and lawyer], my promoter any crimes thus far,” he said. alleged New York Police Depart- resources to the local constitu- Danny Love, and I asked Offic- “Officer Nelson further com- ment (NYPD) harassment after ents, I was deeply saddened by er Nelson for a written docu- mented that, if I do have an filing lawsuits accusing some what has occurred and con- ment that would state that the event, he will shut down the officers of unfairly targeting tinue to occur in my commu- 67th Precinct advises us not business and lock everyone businesses that cater to Brook- nity.” to have the event, giving us in the establishment up,” he lyn’s Caribbean community, Stewart – a trained podia- ‘good cause’ to legally cancel added. “I complied. NCO Nel- including his own. trist and predecessor to Coun- all contracts and cancel the son then said the precinct did Vincentian-born Stewart cilman Jumaane Williams, rep- event entirely. not want us to have any major and his son, Omar, have both resentative for the 45th Coun- “Officer Nelson replied ‘no events until the following year. filed suit against the NYPD, as cil District in Brooklyn – noted further explanation’ is need- I complied.” well as the city, claiming that that East Flatbush in Central ed,” Stewart said, adding that Stewart said he had sever- their lounge, Café Omar, in Brooklyn is “a community with when all parties returned to al meetings with Nelson, who, East Flatbush has been unfairly the highest concentration of Café Omar, “a police car was he said, suggested that Stew- targeted by the NYPD. Caribbean Americans in the Dr. Kendall Stewart. waiting outside.” art give him a list of all future “As a prominent member United States. Photo by Nelson A. King When the event did occur in events, “so that the precinct can of the community for over 35 “But, unfortunately, it August 2016, he said a police assist me. I complied.” years, I was shocked by the appears that many of the local officer entered the premises at In January last year, Stewart level of hostility and disregard police officers prey on local Police Department [Precinct] 11 pm and issued 14 tickets, said he compiled a list of all the of simple human decency the businesses and abuse their to either get a letter or find out “stating that the visit is a ran- events for the month of January officers displayed when inter- authority, rather than trying details to mitigate damages,” dom business inspection.” and February, and gave the list acting with me and other to understand the culture and Stewart said, stating that, on Stewart said Lt. Lumbardi to NCO Nelson “in order to work members of the community,” compliment the community’s the day of the event and prior further told him that we must with the 67th Precinct. Stewart told Caribbean Life in diversity,” he said. to opening the business, he coordinate with Neighborhood Stewart said NCO Nelson detailing what he described as He said two weeks before a brought all parties involved to Community Officer (NCO) Nel- “assured me that everything is utter harassment by the NYPD. “highly anticipated event” at the 67th Precinct in an attempt son. ok.” “As a doctor running a success- Café Omar, “Lt. Lumbardi told to resolve the issue. “Lt. Lumbardi told me, During his first event on Jan. ful medical practice for the past me I must cancel the event.” “Lt. Lumbardi refused to through NCO Nelson, that I 28 last year, Stewart said offic- 30 years, as a former District “Due to the contracts and meet with me, but I was able must cancel all future events ers entered Café Omar, went leader and state assembly man investments over US$50,000.00, to get an audience with the scheduled for the West Indian directly to the bar and asked for that was intimately involved I was hesitant and tried to neighborhood community Day Cultural Celebration at Café the name on the list that was with community activities, and communicate with the 67th officer Nelson,” the doctor and Omar, stating that he did not presented to NCO Nelson. Injured? 1:=B67<5’A6=3A’/113AA=@73A Need a Lawyer? COMMUNION & Auto s Bus s Truck s Taxi SPECIAL OCCASION Subway Accidents s Slip/Trip & Fall TRUNK SHOW Nursing Home Neglect s Wrongful Death 4@7  !AC<  # FREE CASE CONSULTATION BVS[]abPSOcbWTcZ on all accident cases Q]ZZSQbW]\T`][b]^ RSaWU\S`a( Also handling 8=/<1/:/0@3A3 Contested/ 4=@;=<163@7 Uncontested Divorces, ;/17¸A23A75

     
  


  

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BQ Caribbean Life, Feb. 23–Mar. 1, 2018 19 City Hall celebrates Black History Month

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By Vinette K. Pryce The United States Postal Service added to their perpetual one-priced collection of iconic Americans during a Black History Month 2018 celebra- tion at Symphony Space by unveiling the 41st Black Heritage Forever Stamp which bears the image of Lena Horne, three-time Grammy-winning singer, Honoree Melvin Faulkner was awarded at the celebration. Photo by Zoe Freilich Broadway performer, and Hollywood star. By Alexandra Simon were awarded with proclamations at Faulkner. In a ceremony attended by Horne’s Black History Month was cel- the celebration. The honorees were Other highlights of the event were daughter, Gail Lumet Bucklet, the ebrated at City Hall on Feb. 15. former councilman Archie Spigner, taken by young saxophonist, Ashley USPS heralded the life and legacy of The City Council’s Black, Latino the founder of the Mind Builders Keiko and students and members of “a woman who used her platform as a and Asian Caucus hosted the cul- Creative Arts Center, Madaha Kin- Edge School of the Arts and Joe’s renowned entertainer to become a pro- turally-themed event. Three people sey-Lamb, and clergyman Melvin Music Center and Performing Arts. lific voice for civil rights advancement and gender equality,” Deputy Postmas- ter General Ronald Stroman said. Horne began her career at the famed Cotton Club in Harlem and later moved to the West Coast where she signed a long-term Hollywood contract with MGM studios. She starred in numerous movies, including “Cabin In The Sky,” and “Stormy Weather.” She made her Broadway debut in 1934 in “Dance With Your Gods,” and also appeared in “Jamaica” and “Tony & Lena Sings” alongside Tony Bennett. She received a Special Tony Award and a Drama Desk Award for Outstand- ing Leading Actress in a Musical for her 1981 solo show, “Lena Horne: The Lady and Her Music.” As an activist, Horne entertained at camps for Black military men during World War II and advocated for Japa- nese Americans against discriminatory housing after the war. The Brooklyn-born talent worked with Eleanor Roosevelt to pass anti- Ashley Keiko plays her saxophone at lynching legislation, performed at the Black History Month Celebration civil rights rallies throughout the Moving in history: The Edge School of the Arts performing “Four Little in the Council Chambers at City Hall 1960s, and walked in the 1963 March Girls,” at the Black History Month celebration at City Hall on Feb. 15. on the evening of Thursday, Feb. 15, on Washington. Photo by Zoe Freilich 2018. 20 Caribbean Life, Feb. 23–Mar. 1, 2018 BQ ADVERTORIAL TOP DRIVER DISTRACTIONS Using mobile phones phone conversations. The haps they’re checking out chewing gum at the same a rest area and spend 10 Leading the list of the use of a hands-free device a house in a new neighbor- time may want to avoid minutes snacking there top distractions behind the does not lower distraction hood or thought they saw eating while driving. The before resuming the wheel are mobile phones. levels. The percentage of someone they knew on the majority of foods require a trip. Phones now do more than vehicle crashes and near- street corner. It can be easy person’s hands to be taken just place calls, and driv- crashes attributed to di- to veer into the direction off of the wheel and their Reading ers often cannot pull away aling is nearly identical your eyes are focused, caus- eyes to be diverted from the Glancing at an adver- from their phones, even to the number associated ing an accident. In addition road. Reaching in the back tisement, updating a Fa- when driving. According to with talking or listening. to trying to stay focused on seat to share some French cebook status or reading the California Department the road, some drivers pre- fries with the kids is also a book are all activities of Motor Vehicles, studies Daydreaming fer the help of lane depar- distracting. that should be avoided have shown that driving Many people will admit ture warning systems. Try to eat meals before when driving. Even pour- performance is lowered to daydreaming behind getting in the car. For ing over a traffic map or and the level of distraction the wheel or looking at a Eating those who must snack consulting the digital is higher for drivers who person or object outside of Those who haven’t quite while en route, take a display of a GPS system are heavily engaged in cell the car for too long. Per- mastered walking and moment to pull over at can be distracting.

BQ Caribbean Life, Feb. 23–Mar. 1, 2018 21 trayals within only a narrow scope. Black History These broader facts have consequenc- es for young peoples’ development, Cricket inspires Carib kids self-esteem, expectations, and what figures are even available as role Continued from Page 10 only hero-figure.” in schools models. Requiring black history in Prime Minister of Jamaica, Michael Cricket is simply the lifeblood of schools is not a silver bullet, but it Manley, “The West Indies are Third the Caribbean, and our greatest adhe- marks an important further develop- World countries, but we belong and are sive force. C.L.R. James, the renowned Continued from Page 10 ment in chipping away at stultifying in the first World of Cricket.” Cricket cricket scholar, in his work Cricket in Our young people should engage boundaries to opportunities. is not only a religion in the Carib- West Indian Culture, at pg. 119 aptly with black history in thoughtful, age- I invite the public to join in sup- bean, but it best defines the region in noted, “From its beginning to this appropriate ways, throughout their port of an holistic effort to think the highest context. Regional political day cricket in the West Indies has time as students. Black history pro- about black history and participate in integration has followed cricket as a expressed with astonishing fidelity vides a panoply of avenues across embracing a curriculum recognizing unifying and defining force. the social relations of the islands.” In subject areas for K-12 students to New York’s unique place in black his- In a deeper psychological and his- his seminal work, Beyond a Bound- explore, intersecting with social stud- tory. New York is blessed with a rich torical context, a West Indian crick- ary, James puts cricket in perspec- ies, English language arts, perform- variety of institutions that can con- eter’s artistry and flamboyance is tive when he wrote, “Cricket is first ing and visual arts, and more. I have tribute to making this inclusive move the product of the post-colonial era, and foremost a dramatic spectacle. It every confidence that the Board of a success, the Weeksville Heritage where the psyche is the celebration belongs with the theatre, ballet, opera Regents and educators across various Center in Brooklyn, the Schomburg and liberation from the bondages of and the dance.” disciplines can successfully weave the Center for Research in Black Culture imperialism and colonialism. It is a Caribbean kids are still inspired richness of black history and New in Harlem, and all our museums, celebration of freedom. Our glorious to become world famous like Sir York’s unique place in black history libraries, and numerous institutions successes lift marginalized people Garfield Sobers, Sir Learie Constan- into school curricula. of higher education can make valu- from our daily burdens, and takes us tine, George Headley, Sir Frank Wor- A crossroads for the world, New able contributions to this effort. to flights of pride over our collective rell, Brian Lara, Sir Viv Richards, York’s Black History intersects with This broader integration of black his- achievements, living in the ecstat- Rohan Kanhai and other enduring experiences of the Afro-Caribbean tory into our schools is as important to ic comfort of the superlatives that West Indian icons so revered around community, the Afro-Latino commu- our future as the coding and computer always follow. the cricketing globe. They are the nity, and the entire African diaspora. science those middle school students What cricket means to the typi- very embodiment of the West Indian Under the provisions of my black his- learned at Medgar Evers College. Such a cal Caribbean kid is best summa- dream, and inspirational figures. tory in schools proposal, the Board curriculum leaves the boundaries of the rized by Nobel Laureate, Sir V. S. In fact, sportsmanship and profes- of Regents would be responsible for schoolhouse and will help bolster New Naipaul, in The Middle Passage, pg. sionalism were intrinsic parts of a determining how Black History is York students’ college- and career-read- 44, “Cricket has always been more cricketer’s development as his ability best incorporated into students’ stud- iness, engaging them, sharpening their than a game in Trinidad. 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However, growth resumed spend by visitors, who contrib- cane-affected countries were However, Skeete said both gers, 2.4 percent higher than in October, which saw a two per uted US$37 billion to Carib- down between seven per cent average daily rate and revenue 2016, despite the hurricanes. cent increase,” Skeete said. bean economies during the and 18 per cent. per available room recorded “The cruise passenger per- The CTO said the economic 12-month period, up 2.6 per- The United States contin- increases, though slightly. formance mirrors the perform- conditions are expected to be cent over 2016, Skeete said. ued to be the primary market, “Notably, the hotel perform- ance of tourist arrivals, as it favorable for further growth in The tourism researcher said growing by about 0.5 percent to ance indicators excluded most grew strongly by 4.6 percent in 2018, predicting growth of 2 to that stay-over arrivals were on reach an estimated 14.9 million of the hurricane-impacted des- the first half of 2017, but con- 3 percent in both stay-over and track for a strong performance visits to the region due mainly tinations at this time, due to tracted marginally — by 0.4 cruise arrivals. 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32 Caribbean Life, Feb. 23–Mar. 1, 2018 BQ FOCUS ON Health Colorectal cancer by the numbers

olorectal (colon and rectal) cancer claims thousands of C lives each and every year. Due to its widespread reach and ability to affect both men and women, the public should be- come educated about the disease. Here’s a look at colorectal cancer by the numbers: Men and women can take small steps to reduce their risk of developing colorectal cancer — such as cutting down on alcoholic beverages and 3: Colorectal cancer ranks as red meat. the third leading cause of cancer death in both men and women in the United States. 103,170: The number of new cases of colon cancer in the How to reduce your risk United States in 2012. 40,290: The number of new cases of rectal cancer in the United States in 2012. 23,300: The number of new cases of colorectal cancer in of colorectal cancer Canada in 2012. 63: The percentage of Cana- olorectcal cancer is the third most nual screenings before they turn 50, in DNA damage by decreasing the ex- dian men who will live for fi ve commonly diagnosed cancer in which is the age when people are told pression of two genes involved in DNA years after receiving a colorec- C both the United States and Can- to receive such screenings regardless repair. When consuming alcohol, men tal cancer diagnosis. ada. So say the American Cancer Soci- of their backgrounds. should stick to no more than two drinks 1: The number, in millions, of ety and the Canadian Cancer Society, Reconsider your diet. Adopting per day while women who are not preg- U.S. colorectal cancer survivors. who project nearly 60,000 Americans a healthier diet is another way many nant should limit their alcohol intake 20: The number of years the and Canadians will lose their lives to men and women can reduce their risk to one drink per day. Pregnant women cases of colorectal cancer have colorectal cancer in 2014 alone. for colorectal cancer. Red meat is a should not consume alcohol. been dropping steadily thanks to Though many risk factors for col- great source of many nutrients, includ- Reduce exposure to heterocyclic increased awareness and screen- orectal cancer, including age, hered- ing protein, iron and zinc. But studies amines and polycyclic aromatic hy- ing methods. ity and racial and ethnic background, have shown that a diet high in red meat drocarbons. Meat that is barbecued, 5: The number of feet in are beyond an individual’s control, increases a person’s risk for colorectal fried, broiled, or cooked to well done length of the average colon. that does not mean people are help- cancer, which may be due to chemicals can produce heterocyclic amines, or 4: The number of sections in less to reduce their risk for this poten- known as nitrites forming when meat HCAs, and polycyclic aromatic hydro- the colon, which include the as- tially deadly disease. Maintaining or is digested or processed. In addition, carbons, or PAHs, both of which have cending colon, transverse colon, adopting a healthy lifestyle can reduce the CCS notes that red meat contains been found to cause changes in DNA descending colon, and sigmoid a person’s risk of developing various higher amounts of heme iron than that may increase cancer risk. Accord- colon. cancers, and colorectal cancer is no ex- white meat. That’s signifi cant, as heme ing to the National Cancer Institute, 95: Percentage of colorectal ception. The following are a few ways iron has been shown to cause dam- HCAs form when amino acids, sugars cancers that are a type of can- adults can reduce their chance of devel- age to the innermost layer of the colon and creatine react at high tempera- cer known as adenocarcinomas, oping colorectal cancer. wall, which is known as the mucosa. tures, such as those necessary when which start in cells that form Get screened. As is the case with A diet without much red or processed frying foods or grilling over an open mucus for the colon. many cancer treatments, colorectal meats, which are those preserved by fl ame. PAHs, which also can be found cancer treatments are much more ef- curing, smoking or salting, can lower in cigarette smoke and exhaust fumes fective when cancer is detected and one’s risk for colorectal cancer. from automobiles, form when fat and treated early. Colorectal cancer screen- Cut back on alcohol consump- juices from meat grilled directly over ings help fi nd polyps before they be- tion. The International Agency on an open fi re drip onto the fi re and cause come cancerous. In addition, people Cancer Research notes that there is fl ames, which contain PAHs that then may not immediately associate symp- suffi cient evidence linking alcohol con- adhere to the surface of the meat. To toms of colorectal cancer with the dis- sumption to colorectal cancer. Men and reduce exposure to HCAs and PAHs, ease, instead thinking such symptoms women who excessively consume alco- avoid prolonged cooking times and di- are indicative of a less serious illness hol may be at greater risk of colorectal rect exposure of meat to an open fl ame or condition. Screenings can not only cancer because such consumers tend to or high heat source, fl ip meat often, dis- determine if those symptoms are a re- have low levels of folic acid in the body. card charred areas of meat before eat- sult of colorectal cancer but also fi nd Numerous studies have linked low lev- ing and never use meat drippings to colorectal cancer before such symp- els of folate to a higher risk of colorec- make gravy. toms even develop. Screenings and tal cancer, and one study that exam- Many risk factors for colorectal can- screening guidelines vary depend- ined the effects of folate defi ciency on cer are beyond an individual’s control, ing on the individual, as people with mice concluded that folate defi ciency but men and women still can take steps Colorectal (colon and rectal) cancer a higher than average risk for the dis- increased DNA damage by decreasing to signifi cantly reduce their risk of de- claims thousands of men and wom- ease may be told to start receiving an- the expression of two genes involved veloping this deadly disease. en’s lives each and every year.

BQ Caribbean Life, Feb. 23–Mar. 1, 2018 33 FOCUS ON Health Symptoms and risks for colorectal cancer

s men and women know full well, cancer does rarely be traced to a specifi c cause. According to the not discriminate. Few and far between are those CDC, roughly 75 percent of colorectal cancers occur Awhose lives have not been touched by cancer in in people with no known risk factors. However, the one form or another. Be it a personal battle with the following may increase a person’s risk of developing disease or a connection via a friend, family member, colorectal cancer: coworker, or other acquaintance, nearly everyone • A personal or family history of colorectal polyps can cite someone in their life who has battled a form or colorectal cancer of cancer. • Infl ammatory bowel disease, such as ulcerative According to the Centers for Disease Control and colitis or Crohn’s disease Prevention, among cancers that affect both men and In a very small percentage of colorectal cancer women, colorectal cancer is the second leading cause cases, the cause is linked to a genetic syndrome such of cancer deaths in the United States, claiming the as familial adenomatous polyposis or hereditary non- lives of more than 50,000 men and women in 2007. In polyposis colorectal cancer, also known as Lynch Canada, a country with roughly one-10th the popula- syndrome. tion of the United States, the Canadian Cancer Soci- ety reported that colorectal cancer was expected to Are there symptoms of colorectal cancer? claim the lives of nearly 9,000 Canadians in 2011. Men and women must educate themselves about colorectal Both colorectal polyps and colorectal cancer don’t Such fi gures illustrate the importance men and cancer and its symptoms and potential risk factors. women must place on educating themselves about col- always cause symptoms. This is especially true ini- orectal cancer and its symptoms and potential risk tially, when people could be living with polyps or factors. First, however, it helps to understand just Who gets colorectal cancer? cancer and not even know it. Such is the reason what colorectal cancer is and why it is so deadly: Colorectal cancer does not discriminate. In fact, screenings for colorectal cancer, which should occur of the roughly 53,000 cases of colorectal cancers re- regularly when men and women reach age 50 are so What is colorectal cancer? ported to the U.S. Department of Health and Human important. But in some cases, the following symp- Colorectal cancer is cancer that starts in either Services in 2007, there was a nearly equal split of toms may appear: the colon or the rectum, which make up the large in- cases between men and women, with men accounting • Blood in or on your stool testine. Often referred to as colon cancer, colorectal slightly less than 800 more cases than women over • Persistent stomach pain or aches cancer can begin anywhere in the large intestine and that time. • Inexplicable weight loss the majority of colorectal cancers begin as abnormal Though causes of colorectal cancer aren’t always growths called polyps that develop inside the colon Are there known causes of known, studies have shown exercise and maintaining or rectum and become cancers over a long period of colorectal cancer? a healthy weight can decrease risk. More information time. Despite its prevalence, colorectal cancer can is available at www.cdc.gov/cancer/colorectal. -FU
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By Alexandra Simon They’re back with the Motherland’s newest sounds. The yearly music event celebrat- ing the trendiest and popular sounds to come out of the African continent returns to Apollo Theater on March 3. The “Africa Now” concert spotlights African artists and the emerging sounds they are bringing to the African music scene. Organized by the famed theater and the World Music Institute, together CALYPSO Continued on Page 40 Haitian artist spotlights TRIBUTE Calypso legend and social activist Harry Belafonte is being honored with a concert on his 91st birthday on social issues March 1 at Aaron Davis Hall at City College in Manhattan. Associated Press / Steffi Loos Concert to celebrate Belafonte on his birthday By Alexandra Simon Philadelphia-based artist Watson Mere went viral last month for his artwork By Alexandra Simon of performance reminiscent of the song),” “Jamaica Farewell,” “Don’t depicting Martin Luther King Jr. silenc- The stellar career of famed Calypso days when the renowned vocalist still Stop the Carnival,” and more, as ing President Trump. The idea for the artist and social activist Harry Bela- performed, said the group’s musical well as some lesser-known songs that one-year-old piece was generated during fonte will be celebrated in a musical director. spoke to his social activism. Trump’s inauguration, which came days tribute on his 91st birthday on March “We’re going to plan the evening “We’re going to do a lot of fan- after the holiday celebrating Dr. King. 1 at City College Center for the Arts the way we used to when we per- friendly songs, but we’re also going Mere said he wanted to frame an artwork in Manhattan. formed with Harry in rehearsal and to do some of his more poignant surrounding the late activist, while also The concert at the arts center’s on stage, so it’s going to be a per- pieces of music that pointed out juxtaposing him to something. Aaron Davis Hall will be performed formance from our point of view Harry’s self-responsibility to the arts, “I wanted to do a Martin Luther King by members of the Belafonte Alumni and our experience with Harry,” said stage and theater,” said Cummings. piece, however, I also wanted to highlight Group — a group of more than a Richard Cummings. “He was always on the cutting edge; something current and the inauguration dozen members who performed with He said the group will perform we never really delved into that. We of Trump was also going on — and the Belafonte at some point in their life- about 20 of Belafonte’s classic tunes, didn’t just do hangout music — we two of them are such polar opposites with time. Their show will feature a style including “Day-O (Banana Boat Continued on Page 40 Continued on Page 40

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Continued from Page 39 The musical director says did folk music and music from the show will bring back mem- different countries.” ories to some of his biggest TOP 10 He says the show is going fans, and now is an appropri- to cover the last two decades ate time to stage it. SINGLES of Belafonte’s musical career, “I think that in this atmos- along with some earlier pieces. phere — especially for people “It’s going to be about 15 of of color but not exclusively Perfect us performing, and we’re going — it’s important to know that 1 Ed Sheeran to touch on every era from Harry Belafonte not just an Havana 1978 to all the way until when entertainer but a teacher and 2 Camila Cabello Feat. Young Thug Harry stepped away from stage someone who admonished us in 1998,” he said. to maintain our public out- Finesse Cummings performed with 3 rage at the conditions that Bruno Mars & Cardi B Belafonte — who has Jamai- have been put upon many of can and Martiniquan roots us by government and soci- New Rules — from the late 1970s, and ety,” Cummings said. “We 4 Dua Lipa became his musical director didn’t just come to have fun, How Long shorty after. He continued to we did, but we came to teach 5 Charlie Puth perform with him until the folks and honor our upbring- 1990s, and did shows with ing, and that’s important, Bad At Love 6 him on and off until the because the state of art these Halsey Calypso legend retired from days is suffering because we Lights Down Low stage performing. Cummings don’t understand out history.” 7 MAX Feat. gnash said that while Belafonte will “Turn the World Around: not attend the March 1 con- The Music and Legacy of Him & I cert, he is thrilled about it Harry Belafonte” at Aaron 8 G-Eazy & Halsey and may make an appearance Davis Hall at the City College via video. Center for the Arts [129 Con- Rockstar 9 “We still talk and he’s very vent Avenue between W. 133rd Post Malone Feat. 21 Savage happy about this event and and W. 135th streets in Man- Let You Down we may connect with him hattan, (212) 650-6900, www. 10 NF through Skype,” Cummings citycollegecenterforthearts. The performance will be led by members of the Belafonte added. “I think that will be a org]. March 1 at 7:30 pm. $30 Alumni Group, which comprises musicians and singers who nice touch for the audience.” ($20 students and seniors). once performed with Belafonte. Associate Press / Tobias Schwarz

TOP 10 ALBUMS Africa Social issues in art Black Panther: The Album Continued from Page 39 “It was a surreal moment 1 Soundtrack Continued from Page 39 their messages,” said Mere. for me,” said Mere. “A lot of they are giving the stage to The work titled “My Broth- people just see the finished The Greatest Showman 2 show, said the co-curator. er’s Keeper,” shows Dr. King product, but when you have Soundtrack “The show is specifically covering the mouth of Presi- this idea in your head, and Fifty Shades Freed about showcasing what is hap- dent Trump. you’re going through the 3 Soundtrack pening right now in African It was revisited again in Jan- process of creating — you’re music, and the contemporary uary, picking up a lot of trac- not thinking about that.” Man Of The Woods trends in African music,” said tion after Trump made deroga- But he adds that seeing 4 Justin Timberlake Par Neiburger, the artistic tory comments about Haiti, El how well it was received has director of World Music Insti- Congolese singer and song- Salvador, and African nations. only driven him to explore Sleepwalkers tute. writer Pierre Kwanders will Being Haitian-Ameri- more social messages in his 5 Brian Fallon He says a show dedicated to also perform at ‘Africa Now’ can himself, he both thrilled art, and he is most proud of Crooked Shadows what is in the now in African concert. Iris Maenza people were noticing his art this work. 6 Dashboard Confessional music, will help audiences that and shocked by the Trump’s “I didn’t know people eve- tend to imagine the more tradi- remarks. rywhere would like it but I’m Evidence tional-leaning music of Africa, various genres. “I usually don’t allow any- really happy it resonated espe- 7 Elevation Collective with the current. “On one hand you’ll get to thing he says to bother me any cially in these times we are “When one thinks about Afri- know what are people in Africa type of way because he’s a troll in,” he said. 2 Heartless can music that is internation- listening to right now, and not but that was one I couldn’t His creative inspirations are 8 Moneybagg Yo al music or world music, often from the western audience per- brush off my shoulder — espe- renowned Haitian artist Hec- Always Ascending times that tends to lend itself to ception, but what also artists are cially because he said it around tor Hyppolite and Jean Michel 9 Franz Ferdinand the traditional art forms or folk- taking African music to new ter- the time people were remem- Basquiat, who was of Puerto loric forms of African music,” ritory,” he added. bering the earthquake,” said Rican and Haitian descent. He Little Dark Age 10 said Neiburger. “Youssou N’Dour Six bands and artists from Mere. “He said it with no kind said their art inspired him as MGMT and Fela Kuti, — they are great various parts of the continent of remorse. Almost 300,000 a Caribbean man to continue artists but they are mostly play- will be performing at the Pan- people died and those were the producing work, particularly ing know for their traditional African show — most of whom comments he made around Basquiat. Presented by African music forms.” are artists exploring electron- earthquake anniversary.” “He really inspired me to But the show is designed to ic music. One in particular is He said the reaction was pursue art — he grew up like give people the experience of South African deejay Black Cof- unexpected but rewarding me, we had the same and wireless what Africans are listening to fee, who will make his New York when he considers what he similar culture and I look at back home and who are the peo- debut and a good choice to the thinks of during his produc- how far I am and they opened ple making those shifts in the lineup, said Neiburger. tivity. doors,” said Mere.

40 Caribbean Life, Feb. 23–Mar. 1, 2018 BQ Boseman rises to the occasion as Marvel Superhero

Sterling K. Brown. “Black Panther” At the point of departure, we Excellent (4 stars) learn that in ancient times the Rated PG-13 for pervasive five tribes of Africa went to war violent action sequences over vibranium, a meteorite and a rude gesture which imbues its holder with Running time: 134 min- superhuman powers. Fast-for- utes ward to the present and we Production Studios: Mar- find T’Challa (Boseman) being vel Studios / Walt Disney summoned home to the fic- Pictures tional nation of Wakanda to Distributor: Walt Disney assume the reins of power in Studios Motion Pictures the wake of the passing of his father, King T’Chaka (John Kani). By Kam Williams Complicating matters is the Chadwick Boseman has fact that a number of other war- already made quite a career out riors covet the throne and that of portraying a variety of promi- a South African arms smug- nent African-Americans, from gler (Andy Serkis) is trying football star Floyd Little (The to get his hands on some vib- Express), to baseball great Jackie ranium. Not to worry. T’Challa Robinson (42), to Godfather of Chadwick Boseman stars as a super hero in “Black Panther” directed by Ryan Coogler. has a capable CIA agent (Mar- Soul James Brown (Get on Up) www.rottentomatoes.com tin Freeman) and a trio of loyal to U.S. Supreme Court Justice females on his side in his 16- Thurgood Marshall (Marshall). past. That’s because black kids pointed. For, the film not only captivating special effects and year-old sister (Letitia Wright), The versatile actor’s efforts have have rarely had a superhero that features a dignified protagonist an A-list cast which includes his ex-girlfriend (Nyong’o) and been appreciated by the NAACP looks like them to root for, even and a socially-relevant plotline, Academy Award-winners For- a two-fisted bodyguard (Danai which has seen fit to nominate in Africa, where the Lord of the but it’s also a worthy addition to est Whitaker (for The Last Gurira). him for five Image Awards. Jungle, Tarzan, was white, too. the Marvel Cinematic Universe King of Scotland) and Lupita What ensues is an edge of Although Black Panther is Consequently, advance ticket franchise. Nyong’o (for 12 Years a Slave), the seat roller coaster ride a fictional character, the role sales for this Afrocentric ori- The picture was directed Oscar-nominee Angela Bassett every bit as entertaining as any is ostensibly of no less signifi- gins tale have been through the by Ryan Coogler (Creed) who (for What’s Love Got to Do Spider-Man, Wonder Woman cance than the historical fig- roof, and I’m happy to report made the most of his $200 mil- with It), as well as Michael B. or other superhero adventure. ures Chadwick has played in the that audiences will not be disap- lion budget, between visually- Jordan, Daniel Kaluuya and Simply ‘Marvel’-ous!

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By Azad Ali Grenada Prime Minister Dr. Keith Mitchell has hailed the appointment of Rawl Lewis as the new manager of the West Indies senior team. Although Cricket West Indies (CWI) has not officially named Grenadian Lewis, for the post, Dr. Mitchell said in a statement, “we are pleased with the appointment and on CAVS, WARRIORS Continued on Page 44 Multi-million READY

cricket deal Team LeBron’s LeBron James, of the Cleveland Cavaliers, holds MVP trophy after his team defeated Team Stephen at the NBA All-Star basketball game, Sunday, Feb. 18, 2018, in Los Angeles. Team LeBron won 148-145. Associated Press / Chris Pizzello By Azad Ali Explosive Barbadian all-round- er Jofra Archer has landed a multi- Chase begins in NBA’s sprint to the finish million dollar deal in the lucrative Indian Premier League (IPL) after he By Brian Mahoney ebrating in the postseason, not mid- the break, and we have a lot of work to was snapped up by Rajasthan Royals LeBron James had a trophy in his season. do,” James said. “So I really don’t like on the opening day of the auction hands and a smile on his face. The NBA’s sprint to the finish begins to think that too far ahead. But obvi- recently. That was Sunday at the All-Star Thursday with James riding high but ously winning championships is what Archer, 22, who have played only 20 Game, when James again rose above starting again from back in the pack it’s all about. That’s what this league first class matches but is yet to fea- the NBA’s best in winning a game and as Cleveland tries to catch Toronto and is all about and hopefully at the end of ture in an international, got a US$1.3 MVP honors. Boston in the Eastern Conference. the road then I have the Cavs there to million contract to become the most What he really wants is to be cel- “We just added four new guys before Continued on Page 44 Continued on Page 44 BQ Caribbean Life, Feb. 23–Mar. 1, 2018 43 Rawl Lewis Continued from Page 43 behalf of the government and peo- ple of Grenada, we express hearty congratulations to Lewis.” He added that Lewis has been a symbol of discipline and a hard worker and motivator and “we believe he would be a major source of much needed motivation for a battered side, which lost the Test series in New Zealand 2-0, the One-Day International series 3-0 and the Twenty20 series 2-0.” Lewis, 43, joined CWI eight years ago as a project officer in the operations department, tasked with helping to manage the board’s plethora of regional tournaments. In 2016, he was named as team operations manager of the West Indies squad for the successful Twenty20 World Cup campaign. Lewis would replace legendary former West Indies fast bowler, Joel Garner who took up the post in 2016. Team LeBron’s LeBron James, second from left, of the Cleveland Cavaliers, shoots as Team Stephen’s Draymond Green, left, of the Golden State Warriors, Klay Thompson, second from right, of the Golden State Warriors, and Stephen Curry, of the Golden State Warriors, defend during the fi rst half of an NBA All-Star basketball game, Sun- day, Feb. 18, 2018, in Los Angeles. Associated Press / Alex Gallardo Premier League

EAST IN CLOSE RACE FOR FOURTH PLACE Continued from Page 43 expensive Caribbean player pur- Continued from Page 43 seven straight to pass the Celtics. Toronto the Utah Jazz have won 11 straight. chased. is an NBA-best 24-4 at home and could The East has a close race for fourth A virtual unknown, his name actually compete for one, to be in a finals make the Cavs’ NBA Finals plans difficult place and home-court advantage in the had been on the lips of several representing the East.” if they have to go through Canada. first round between Washington and franchises since he shot into the The Golden State Warriors are also in “We would hope so, but we’ve got to Indiana, and positioning to be settled limelight in recent months with the unusual position of pursuers, after get there,” Raptors All-Star guard Kyle down the bottom of the bracket, where Horbart Hurricanes in the Austral- red-hot Houston passed them for the Lowry said. “We’ve got to finish the sea- Milwaukee, Philadelphia and Miami hold ian Big Bash. league’s best record with 10 straight son strong.” the final three spots. The fast-bowler has been one of wins leading into the All-Star break. But Much of the work is already done, But the biggest question might be the the standouts in the tournament, nobody would count out the Warriors, since the NBA’s earlier start to this season Celtics, who slumped into the break with grabbing 15 wickets with his pace, not with their star-studded group that means teams are well beyond the midway three straight losses after leading the while showcasing his superb out- has won two of the last three titles. point of their schedules. They will have conference most of the season, and now fielding. Cleveland is the unknown, even with about 25 games remaining, with so much have one team ahead of them and anoth- The lucrative deal represents a bit James. The Cavaliers added new piec- to sort out in both conferences. er behind that has the momentum. of a fairy tale for Archer who only es around him earlier this month, and It’s a two-team race at the top of the “The Raptors have been playing really made his debut 18 months ago after there’s not a lot of time left to build cham- West but things are tight well beyond well. Cleveland has been playing really spending a few years in obscurity, pionship chemistry. that. San Antonio is just percentage well. But we’ve got to get back to playing while stricken with a back injury. The Cavs went into the break with four points ahead of Minnesota for third while really well, too,” the Celtics’ Jaylen Brown Signed by Sussex in 2016, Archer straight wins, but they’re still just third still hoping Kawhi Leonard returns from said. “So as the season moves forward, was also outstanding for the club in the conference and couldn’t gain any his thigh injury, and it’s a gap of only 4 we’re looking forward to getting back to during the last English County sea- ground on the Raptors, who have won 1/2 games from there to 10th place, where the top spot.” son, claiming 61 wickets as the club’s leading bowler, in his first full campaign. He has never played senior team cricket with his native Barbados but Bolt sets sight on soccer qualifies for England through his father. However, there was no such luck By Azad Ali chester United fan insists nervous but will take time for West Indies superstar opener Chris Jamaica super star ath- he is still holding out hope to adjust to soccer once he Gayle, who was bought for the base lete Usain Bolt is set for of playing at Old Trafford plays a few games. price of US$312,000 by Kings XI Pun- his soccer career as he will saying he could get a help- Bolt retired from athlet- jab on day two of the players’ auction. have a trial with Borussia ing hand from Manches- ics in August following the Dortmund, but he said his ter United great Sir Alex World Championships in dream is to play for Man- Ferguson. London. chester United in England. He told the London He has yet to make The source for news The eight-time Olym- Daily Express that in a decision on his future pic gold medalist will start March he is going to do away from the track but in your neighborhood: his training next month trials with Dortmund and the Jamaican insists he with the Bundesliga soc- that will determine what believes he has “a chance CARIBBEANLIFENEWS.COM cer side. he does with his career. of becoming a Premier Jamaican athlete Usain Bolt. The 31-year-old Man- Bolt said he is quite League footballer.” Associated Press / Tony Gutierrez 44 Caribbean Life, Feb. 23–Mar. 1, 2018 BQ Caribbean diplomats to UK: Be more caring

By Nelson A. King England, was in fact “lawfully broader issue with the Foreign Caribbean diplomats in present in the UK”. Office, urging officials to take London have asked the United Bryan, a grandfather who a more humane approach in Kingdom (UK) government to has lived in the UK for 52 years, cases like Bryan’s and Paulette be more compassionate in the has had two spells in detention Wilson’s, a grandmother who treatment of Caribbean nation- and was booked last November lived and worked in the UK for als on a flight to Jamaica, a coun- 51 years, having arrived aged The diplomats on Wednesday try he left in 1965, when he was 10, before being told she was urged the British Home Office eight, and has not visited since, an illegal immigrant, being to adopt this approach towards the Guardian reported. detained and threatened with retirement-age Commonwealth It said the decorator lost his forced removal to Jamaica, the citizens facing deportation, job in 2015 because he was una- Guardian said. despite living in the UK all ble to prove he was not an “ille- It said Caribbean diplomats their adult lives, according to gal worker”, and struggled to were concerned people were the British Guardian. convince the Home Office of his reluctant to try to regularize The paper said there could right to be in the UK until his their status because of fears they be thousands of people born in case was highlighted in news might be detained or deported. Commonwealth countries who reports last year. Hewitt described the difficul- emigrated to the UK with their Bryan said he was relieved ties experienced by many as a parents as children and did not but angry at his treatment, tragedy. realize they were required to which has left him heavily in “This is affecting people who formally naturalize in Britain. debt because he was prevented came and gave a lifetime of Their unresolved residency from working for almost three service at a time when the UK status could mean they face years, according to the Guard- was calling for workers and problems accessing pensions, ian. migrants,” he said. “They came Jamaica’s High Commissioner to London, Seth George housing, healthcare and work, “I told them I was eight years because they were encouraged Ramocan. said Guy Hewitt, the Barbados old when I arrived here, but to come here to help build post- high commissioner in London. nobody believed; they told me World War II Britain and build New evidence of harsh I was an illegal immigrant and it into the multicultural place The Jamaican High Commis- he said. treatment by the Home Office a criminal. They locked me up that it is now. sioner to London, Seth George Since reports on the situa- emerged this week when offi- unlawfully. It was very stress- “These are not people who Ramocan, agreed, according to tion faced by Bryan and Wil- cials said they “now accepted” ful. It has been a nightmare,” tried to take advantage of the the Guardian. son, the Guardian said Mem- that Anthony Bryan, 60, who he said. system,” he added. “We need to “In this system, one is guilty bers of Parliament, lawyers and has spent five weeks in immi- Hewitt and fellow high com- find a compassionate mecha- before proven innocent, rather advice centers have highlighted gration detention centers in missioners have raised the nism for resolving this.” than the other way around,” numerous similar cases.

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YOUR CHOICE † BRAND NEW 2018 LINCOLN $ BRAND NEW 2018 LINCOLN MKZ PREMIERE 275 MKC PREMIERE $275 per month 36 month lease. Automatic, Moon Roof, P/S, ABS, $275 per month 36 month lease. 100A Group, 2.0L 4 Cyl Engine, Moonroof, A/C, and Much More! MSRP $37,575, VIN#3LJR609322, $4,677 Due Remote Start, P/S, A/C and More! MSRP $36,190, VIN#5LJUL03678, $4,539 at Inception Includes 1st Month Payment, $3,757 Down Payment, $645 LEASE PER MONTH Due at Inception Includes 1st Month Payment $3,619 Down Payment, $645 Bank Fee, $0 Security Deposit. For those who qualify $2250 Lincoln RCL 36 MONTHS Bank Fee, $0 Security Deposit. For those who qualify $1000 RCL Cash. Tax, Cash. Tax, Title MV fees. add’l. Expires 2/28/18. Title MV fees add’l. Expires 2/28/18. INCREDIBLE LEASE DEALS RIGHT NOW!

BRAND NEW 2018 LINCOLN Select 101A, 3.7L V6 Engine, • Meticulous 200-Point inspection by 6-Speed Automatic, P/S, ABS, factory trained technicians A/C & Much More! MSRP $43,705, MKX PREMIERE • The confi dence of a 6-year/100,000-mile VIN#2LJBL19356. $5,354 Due at comprehensive warranty coverage Inception Inc. 1st Month Payment, $ †PER MO. $4,370 Down Payment, $645 Bank 339 36 MOS 2015 LINCOLN MKZ AWD LEASE Fee, $0 Security Deposit. Tax, Title $ * & MV Fees addt’l. Expires 2/28/18. BUY FOR 16,895 Auto, A/C, Green. 50K CERTIFIED Mi. Stk#2606F. 2018 LINCOLN 2018 LINCOLN 2015 LINCOLN MKC $ * BUY CONTINENTAL NAVIGATOR FOR24,995 SPECIAL LIVERY PRICING 4 AVAILABLE... CERTIFIED Auto, A/C, Blue, Sunroof, ON SELECT MODELS! LEASING FOR MUCH, MUCH LESS! Nav. 40K Mi, Stk#2639F

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