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The West Indies team celebrates with their trophy on the podium after defeating England in the ﬁ nal of the ICC World Twenty20 2016 cricket tournament at Eden Gardens in Kolkata, India, Sunday, April 3, 2016. Associated Press / Saurabh Das

By Nelson A. King Kolkata, India. triumph in their maiden Twen- against the wall in the penul- bean’s pride and silence critics The West Indies Twenty20 Sunday’s amazing victory ty20 finale. Just a few months timate over — needing 19 runs within and without the region. squad on Sunday defied all brought much joy and pride ago, the West Indies Under in the last over — all-rounder Brathwaite had only scored odds by beating England by to all Caribbean people, as the 19 men’s team clinched the Carlos Brathwaite, in his first a mere aggregate of 25 runs in four wickets in a nail-biting fin- women’s team earlier on the 50-over title from India for the World Cup finale, blasted four four prior Twenty20 interna- ish in the International Cricket same day mesmerized three- first time. consecutive sixes, in the first tionals over 4 ½ years, with a Council’s (ICC) grand finale in time champions Australia to With their back heavily four balls, to restore the Carib- Continued on Page 6 e Brooklyn Elder e Serve Th ly And Adu W lt nity In A Comfortable, Compas

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2 Caribbean Life, April 8-14, 2016 B Making NYC First Lady headlines Community College women awards tuition free

By Nelson A. King Brooklyn Assemblymember Rod- neyse Bichotte has introduced Assem- bly Bill A9254, originally sponsored by Senator James Sanders (S6597), which provided a waiver of tuition for community college for two years or up to two years of career and technical education. Bichotte, who represents the 42nd Assembly District in Brooklyn, said this makes New York State one of at least 11 other states that have proposed similar legislation. A national version of the legislation was introduced by members of Con- gress, Sen. Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), and Rep. Robert “Bobby” Scott (D-VA) entitled America’s Promise College Act of 2015 soon after President Obama’s announcement and includes Historically Black Colleges (HBCUs) and other Minority Serving Institu- tions (MSIs). Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke presents award and proclamations to First Lady Chirlane McCray, with Mayor DeBlasio. They are ﬂ anked by Assemblywomen Latrice Walker and Diana Richardson, and Assemblyman Nick President Obama and the White Perry. Photo by Nelson A. King House made policy indicating that all 50 states should implement free community college tuition. By Nelson A. King registered nurse at Mt. Sinai St. Luke’s and $850 million program to bring “I answered the president’s call,” New York City First Lady Chirlane Organization; Dr. Roxie V. Irish, youth more services, better services and serv- Bichotte said. “President Obama McCray, who traces her roots to St. minister at the Miracle Temple Min- ices that are easier to access to New understands how education can be Lucia and Barbados, on Sunday head- istries in Brooklyn and president and Yorkers. a pathway to opportunity. Economic lined the “Women Celebrating Women” founder of the United Vincie Cultur- The first lady lamented that many standing should not be a litmus test gala Award Ceremony at Tropical Par- al Group of Brooklyn; Dolsy Lewis- are unable to find jobs because of men- as to whether one can get an educa- adise Ballroom on Utica Avenue in Wilkinson, registered nurse at SUNY tal illnesses. tion.” Brooklyn. Downstate Hospital; Marilyn D. Mosley, “And all mental illnesses are treat- Bichotte noted that, in 2015, the McCray was among 17 extraordi- a public school advocate; Lisa G. Wel- able,” she said, adding: “We’ll be rolling Executive Office of the President nary women who were honored by the lington, a physician assistant at Mon- out the initiative all this year. All of us released the America’s College Prom- Brooklyn-based Progressive Democrats tefiore Einstein Hospital; Dr. Inyong can sign up anyone. The class is free. ise: A Progress Report on Free Com- Political Association (PDPA), headed by Asibong, a physician and member of the We want to connect people for the first munity College report. former New York City Council Member Medical Association of Nigeria; Leslyn time.” The report’s findings indicated the Dr. Una S-T. Clarke. Stewart, a registered nurse and widow In addition to mental health, McCray makeup of the America’s community The event, which was attended by of slain NYDP detective Dillon Stewart; said she has lent her voice and posi- college’s student bodies. Mayor Bill de Blasio, was in recognition and Allison Williams, owner of Marie tion to furthering the administra- In regards to the racial makeup of of Women’s History Month, Dr. Clarke Elanne,Inc., an accessories and cloth- tion’s efforts to expand early childhood community college students, roughly said. ing line. development and support survivors of 50 percent identified as minority and The other honorees were: Michelle The honorees also received procla- domestic violence. 57 percent as women. Akyempong, vice president of Legisla- mations from, among others, Congress- Additionally, McCray said she is As far as age, 47 percent of stu- tion and Political Action of the Social woman Yvette D. Clarke and Council- “proud to serve as chair of the Mayor’s dents were 21 and younger, while 41 Service Employee Union, Local 371, DC man Jumaane Williams. Fund to Advance New York City.” percent were 22-39. 37; Tanika Allen, a licensed occupation- The first lady of New York City said The goal of the fund is ensure that The Executive Office also stated al therapy practitioner; Debbie Almon- she has been a writer and advocate all all New Yorkers have access to the that “[t]he country’s more than 1,000 taser, founder and former principal of her life. programs and resources they need to community colleges are places that Khalil Gibran International Academy; This past year, she played a central achieve their full potential. welcome everyone through their Nohemi Anderson, owner of Creaciones role in the de Blasio administration’s McCray said the fund’s work is doors - 40 percent are first-genera- Beauty Salon; Paulette Bermingham, successful efforts to establish universal focused on health, education, commu- tion college goers; 30 percent have educator, minister and matriarch of the pre-kindergarten and after- school pro- nity empowerment and social justice. dependents, and 38 percent receive Haitian Seventh-Day Adventist Com- grams for all middle school students. As chair, McCray said she brings Pell grants.” munity; Dr. Zulema Blair, director of As first lady, McCray said she is “a together leaders in the private and pub- “These facts are real and the need the Freshman Program and assist- fierce advocate for high quality and lic sectors to support Mayor Bill de Bla- for free community college tuition ant professor at Medgar Evers College; accessible mental health services.” sio’s progressive agenda. is real,” Bichotte said. “The Bill Ingrid Leer-Charles, a PDPA member She said that, “for far too long, New The public can learn more about her strengthens an obvious fact, which and qualified disaster response techni- Yorkers experiencing mental health work at FLO.NYC, where she shares her is that New York will be built to lead cian; and Dr. Keicha Gosling, the direc- challenges have been left without the stories, poems, photos and videos. when everyone has the opportunity tor of the Northeastern Conference support and services they deserve.” McCray invited New Yorkers to help to access a community college edu- Adventist Community Services. She is spearheading the city’s efforts her “make the greatest city in the world cation. The others were: Pamela Grannum, on mental health, including ThriveNYC, even greater.”

BQ Caribbean Life, April 8-14, 2016 3 Updated daily at www.caribbeanlifenews.com CARIBBEAN ROUNDUP THE NEWS FROM BACK HOME

Antigua The Antigua and Barbuda’s new ambassador to Iraq is to make a prepay- ment for 50 Citizenship by Investment Program (CIP) passports. A release said the government will have approximately US$5 million in its possession with an additional US$10 million advance payment on 50 CIP applications from Ambassador Ahmed Abbas Oleiwi Al-Hassan. According to the release, the entire US$15 million has already been ear- marked to go towards the Cruise Port Development Project in St. John’s. The country’s ambassador to Iraq is said to also be bringing a proposed project for the development of approximately 93 acres of land at Pensioner’s Beach. The release said the development will comprise a hotel, luxury housing, a water park and an in-door mall with a contained movie-theatre and will employ thousands of Antiguans and Barbudans. The project will be done in phases, Education overhaul however, there will be a total investment of some US$1.5 billion over the Prime Minister of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Ralph Gonsalves has called for the overhaul of the educa- next several years, according to the tion system in the Caribbean. release. Associated Press / John Minchillo, ﬁ le Talks have also begun surrounding the arrival of twice weekly flights from Baghdad, Iraq via a major European conviction. resort in the tiny Caribbean island. The court will hold another hear- gateway to Antigua’s Sir VC Bird Inter- The businessman appeared before The order was issued a month after ing in May and the resort will keep national Airport. Magistrate Candia Carett-George and government announced it planned to operating as usual until a judgement is Ambassador Alwei has proposed this was placed on EC$75,000 bail. He is end the 99-year lease and buy the Gren- handed down. as a result of his ownership of two Boe- due to return to court on June 6. adian Rex Resorts, a 172-room hotel ing 737 aircraft which can accommo- He has been charged located on the island’s southern tip. Jamaica date up to 197 passengers. with three counts of Government offi- A second medical practitioner has The ambassador was reportedly a indecent assault and cial said the property died from the H1N1 (Swine flu) virus. major influence in removing Iraq from three counts of unlaw- managers did not fully The Ministry of Health said Dr. Den- the Citizenship by Investment Program ful sexual intercourse comply with the lease ise Duncan Geoffe, who was in her 60s, (CIP) blacklist. and was not call to plead as the charges agreement and argued had died from H1N1-related issues. were indictable. that the resort has become run-down. In 2010 she had been awarded the Dominica Recently, Public Works and Ports Britain-based Rex Resorts has reject- special commemora- A prominent Dominican business- Minister Ian Pinard tendered his res- ed those claims. It said the hotel is at tive Diamond Jubilee man was slapped with six charges in the ignation to Prime Minister Roosevelt 88 percent ocupancy and it has invested medal for her contri- ongoing investigation by police into a Skerrit amid allegations of “serious more than US$4 million since 2013 to bution to the devel- report of alleged inappropriate behavior inappropriate behavior” had been made renovate the property. It also said it is opment of health and involving three men and a 15-year-old against him by a teenage girl. up to date on all lease payments, taxes, emergency services. She worked in the girl. and fees owed to the government. public health sector for more than 30 Under the Sexual Offences Act in Grenada Rex Resorts signed the lease with the years. She retired from per post as Dominica, the name of the accused or A Grenada Court has temporarily government in l991 and has operated director, Health Service Planning and the victim cannot be named until a blocked the government takeover of a the resort for 25 years. Continued on Page 14

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BQ Caribbean Life, April 8-14, 2016 5 West Indies dominate in cricket tourneys

Continued from cover paltry top score of 13. His destruction of England’s seamer Ben Stokes, renowned for his death- over bowling, expectedly triggered pan- demonium among West Indian fans the world over and ignited a party atmos- Associated Press / Saurabh Das phere on and off the field among the Associated Press / Bikas Das Left: Darren Sammy, right, and Stafanie Taylor, captains of the West Indies’ men and women cricket teams, smile West Indies contingent, led by skipper with the ICC World Twenty20 2016 champion’s trophies during a photo session at the Victoria Memorial, a heritage Darren Sammy. city landmark in Kolkata, India, Monday, April 4, 2016. Right: West Indies Carlos Brathwaite celebrates after they After restricting England for 155-9 defeated in England in the ﬁ nal of the ICC World Twenty20 2016 cricket tournament. in 20 overs, the West Indies found themselves in dire straits on 5-2, with Chris Gayle and Johnson Charles back a chance, but every game somebody ties aside and to come out and play this “For today, I’m going to celebrate in the dug-out. stepped up and took responsibility. To type of cricket in front of such passion- with these 15 men and coaching staff,” But Marlon Samuels, voted Man-of-the see Carlos [Brathwaite] play like that in ate fans; it’s just tremendous,” he said, he continued. “I don’t know when I’m Match, like he did in the grand finale in his debut World Cup, it’s just tremen- thanking head coach Phillip Simmons going to be playing with these guys 2012, hit an unbeaten 85, and Brathwaite dous. It shows the depth we have in the and new manager Rawl Lewis, both again, because we don’t get selected was undefeated on 34, to bring back the Caribbean in T20 cricket and, hopefully, former West Indies cricketers. for one-day cricket. We don’t know Windies from the precipice. with the right structure and devel- “Lastly, I really want to thank the when we’re going to be playing T20. “I want to thank the almighty, because opment our cricket will continue to heads of CARICOM (Caribbean Com- So this win, I want to thank you my without him nothing is possible,” said improve in one-day and Test cricket.” munity), throughout this tournament,” team, I want to thank you coaching an emotional Sammy in the post-match Sammy said the World Cup began Sammy added. “They have been sup- staff, everybody knows West Indies are interview. “We have a pastor in ‘the team with lots of issues: “We felt disrespected porting the team; we’ve got emails; champion!” in Andre Fletcher, he keeps on praying. by our board, Mark Nicholas described we’ve got phone calls. Prime Minister But stating disappointment with We are a praying team. I’m really happy our team as a team with no brains. All [Keith] Mitchell [from Grenada], he sent Sammy’s “inappropriate” comments, for this win, and it’s something we are these things before the tournament just a very inspiring email for the team this West Indies Cricket Board (WICB) Pres- going to cherish for a long time.” brought this team together. morning, and I’m yet to hear from our ident Dave Cameron offered what has “I’ve said we have 15 match-win- “I really want to thank these 15 men, own cricket board. That is very disap- been described as his most conciliatory ners,” Sammy added. “Nobody gave us the ability to just put all those adversi- pointing. message to the players for some time. DENTAL SAVINGSINTRODUCING PLAN OF DR. IRINA YESINA DDS 602 FLATBUSH AVE. BROOKLYN, NY 11225 (intersection of Flatbush and Rutland Road) DENTAL SAVINGS PLAN. WHAT IS IT? dental care they need. Get peace of mind knowing that you're covered. For only $49 a year, get 2 exams and any Get the care you want when you want it. Our plan required x-rays for free. Plus, receive an aver- provides you the freedom to get the treatment age savings 50% off any needed treatment or procedure. you need at a standard of care that you deserve. Quality dental care made affordable for you, so Take advantage of our discounted plan for the you don't have to pay an arm and a leg to save entire family. your smile. From simple cleaning, to more complex surgical We provide individuals, families, and businesses procedures. Get comprehensive care for your an affordable way to get the complete and quality teeth at a friendly price you can afford. CLEANING FLEXIBLE PARTIAL PROPHYLAXIS DENTURES FOR ONLY $49/YEAR $65 $749 SAVE ON AVERAGE CROWNS & BRIDGES (PMC) WHITENING 30-50% OFF (718) 778.7600 $469 $249 MOST INSURANCES ACCEPTED

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BQ Caribbean Life, April 8-14, 2016 7 Rejected Jamaicans to Trinidad spark row

By Bert Wilkinson ness, 43, that they were not certificate proving that they Ministerial delegations from afforded due process and were are who they say they are. Trinidad and Jamaica could treated as criminal suspects or But for the Jamaicans, the square off at an upcoming intended drug mules. recent denial of landing in regional trade ministers meet- The result is that the issue Trinidad might have just been ing in Guyana later this month will be discussed at the April 22 too much to bear. over Jamaica’s anger at Trini- meeting of the council of trade Recently appointed Minis- dad for denying some of its ministers as quarrels over the ter of Foreign Affairs Kamina citizens entry into the oil and free movement of people with- Johnson Smith said the Trini- gas-rich twin island republic in the 15-nation trading groyp dadians have made it clear in with Tobago. have always flared when it formal documents that they The issue has been a per- comes to immigration officers had perceived the Jamaicans ennial one for several years acting in what they perceive to as visitors who were “likely now with Jamaicans operating be their nation’s own interest. to become charges on public with the belief that many of A few years ago, Guyana and funds,” hence their denial. their visitors are stereotyped by Barbados had similar run ins The move by Port of Spain, immigration officers at several after authorities there rounded the seat of Trinidad’s govern- Caribbean entry ports, Barba- up hundreds of mostly Guy- ment, led to a reaction from dos and Trinidad in particular. anese construction workers, Kingston as the minister said Andrew Holness, Jamaica’s new prime minister speaks after being sworn in by Governor General Sir Patrick Allen, in In recent weeks, more than rousing some from their sleep, that several of those turned Kingston, Jamaica, Thursday, March 3, 2016. a dozen Jamaican visitors to and deporting them back home, away have filed formal com- Associated Press / Collin Reid Trinidad were denied entry by sparking anger. plaints with authorities immigration officials, herded Current CARICOM rules demanding action. will ensure that the issue will gering heated debate among into the departure lounge at cater for several people who “These reports will supple- receive renewed attention and governments. the Piarco International Air- are deemed as professionals — ment the actions taken by our focus,” she said. For now, the Barbados-Guy- port and put on the next out- sportsmen and women, musi- high commissioner in Port- Despite its years as a key ana tiff remains on the back- bound flight back to Kingston cians, journalists and others of-Spain, who has made rep- component of the region- burner with fewer complaints the following day. — who could move around and resentation on the issue to al integration movement, about rejection or harassment The Jamaicans complained work freely within the trade the minister of foreign and the issue of free movement from immigration officers as to the new administration of group providing they produce CARICOM affairs of Trinidad remains a bugbear within the the action switches to Jamaica Prime Minister Andrew Hol- documents including a skills and Tobago. We hope that this group of nations, often trig- and Trinidad.

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B Caribbean Life, April 8-14, 2016 9 OP-ED Ignore standard good governance prescriptions to accelerate development

By Jomo Kwame Sundaram Attempts to define Quality developed countries, but also effective growth acceleration while all corruption is damag- and Anis Chowdhury of Governance (QoG) as multi- among developing countries. interventions must address the ing in some way, and is hence Jomo Kwame Sundaram faceted also suffer from tautol- They also suffer from the typi- most binding growth bottle- undesirable, some types of cor- was UN Assistant Secretary ogy: “What is required for the cal biases of perceptions-based necks. Thus, as a rule, broad ruption are much more dam- General for Economic Devel- quality of life enjoyed by citi- subjective measures. There is good governance reforms are aging than others. opment. Anis Chowdhury held zens? Quality of governance. also no historical evidence that neither necessary nor suffi- Claiming to fight corrup- various senior positions in the What is quality of governance? limited government is better cient for growth. tion in developing countries United Nations Secretariat in That which promotes the qual- for development — a premise generally — by implementing New York and Bangkok. ity of life. . . .”. of the WGIs. The view that the Corruption a laundry list of desired govern- ROME, March 31 2016 (IPS) If good governance or “QoG existence of government fail- The popular governance ance reforms — seems laud- - Many well-meaning people is everything, then maybe it ures implies that minimalist focus on corruption presumes able, impressive and deserving believe that “good governance” is nothing”. Those who have government is best for develop- that government policy discre- of support, but such efforts is key to inclusive development. defined ‘good governance’ ment has no factual basis. tion and interventions neces- typically ignore more feasible But research claiming that as what can be shown to be sarily lead to corruption and and targeted policies that can “good governance” is essen- “good for economic develop- Growth abuse even though there is improve economic perform- tial for rapid growth suffers ment” illustrate this problem. Many countries that have no factual basis for this pre- ance. from serious methodological or Many important non-economic performed well in terms of sumption. Small governments conceptual limitations. Exist- attributes of good governance, growth, structural transfor- are not synonymous with the Necessary? ing definitions are extremely such as trust and subjective mation and equity, have fallen absence of corruption while The World Bank’s 1997 broad, suffer from functional- measures of well-being, are left short on the most widely used countries with very low levels World Development Report ist tautology, or mainly refer to out by such definitions. “good governance” indicators. of corruption have relatively advised developing countries corruption. Thus, ‘good governance’ Also, not all good governance large governments, as in Scan- to pay attention to 45 aspects cannot be defined precisely, reforms are similarly feasible dinavia and the Netherlands. of good governance. By 2002, Defining Good and hence, cannot be mean- or beneficial, let alone neces- Also, defining good govern- the list had grown to 116 items. Governance ingfully or usefully monitored. sary or desirable in all circum- ance simply in terms of the Countries wanting to improve Invoking a functionalist Of course, the dire conditions stances. absence of corruption is not their governance must under- definition (such as ‘good gov- typically associated with failed For example, the United very useful. While corruption take a great deal more as good ernance’ is “good-for-econom- states probably preclude most States and the Republic of is antithetical to good govern- governance advocates continue ic-development”), one cannot economic or social progress, Korea did not improve governance, good governance implies to extend their indicators lists. define a country’s ‘quality of and cause declining living ance significantly until they much more than merely the And the longer they wait, the government’ without measur- standards. Even recent World had become quite affluent. absence of corruption, clien- more they will need to do! ing its effects. As The Econ- Bank research has been scepti- Contrary to the often exagger- telism, nepotism, cronyism, Unfortunately, the long omist (June 4, 2005) noted, cal about the World Bank’s own ated claims about how much patronage, discrimination, and and lengthening agenda often defining ‘good governance’ as frequently cited World Govern- ‘institutions matter’, greater regulatory or policy capture. means that a multitude of gov- “good-for-economic-develop- ance Indicators (WGIs), observ- transparency, accountability If good governance indica- ernance reforms need to be ment” may generate tautologi- ing “there is little if any evi- and participation are often a tors suffer from measurement undertaken urgently, typical- cal explanations and meaning- dence on the concept validity consequence, rather than a problems, and if the causality ly with little thought to their less policy implications: “What of the six WGI indexes”. direct cause of faster develop- from good governance to eco- sequencing, interdependence, is required for growth? Good The WGIs do not take into ment. nomic growth cannot be ascer- or relative contributions to governance. And what counts account country-specific chal- Instead, all the ostensible tained, is there any causal link reforming governments to be as good governance? Whatever lenges and environments, evidence actually links good between economic growth and more efficient, effective and promotes growth. And what is which could be different, not governance indicators to corruption? This is relevant, responsive, let alone to acceler- required for growth?” only between developing and income levels. Observing the as in practice, the good gov- ate development and alleviate absence of any strong evidence ernance agenda often focus- poverty. relating standard good govern- es mostly on anti-corruption Among the multitude of ance criteria to growth, Dani measures. governance reforms deemed Rodrik notes that “the incon- Conceivably, corruption necessary, there is typically lit- trovertible long-run associa- adversely affects development tle guidance about what is con- tion between good governance in many different ways, espe- sidered essential and what is Founded 1990 • Published by Community News Group and high incomes provides cially if it diverts resources that not, what should come first and Corporate Headquarters: One Metrotech Center North, Suite 1001, Brooklyn, NY 11201 very little guidance for appro- would otherwise be invested what should follow, what can CEO: Les Goodstein priate strategies to induce high productively. 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10 Caribbean Life, April 8-14, 2016 BQ Expect go-for-jugular campaign tactics

The numbers aren’t point- communist.” But to whatever 70s period, at the height of 2008 campaign formulated the ing that way but in the event extent they’ve engaged in such America’s Vietnam quagmire, small-contribution model that Bernie Sanders becomes the calculated labeling of Sanders Viewpoint Eugene McCarthy and George Sanders has now successfully Democratic presidential nom- to date, it’s but a modest prac- McGovern headed movements adopted, was not averse to sup- inee, one of the key factors tice run and small potatoes to By Les Slater largely driven, like the Sanders port from well-to-do donors. that would determine how he the “rolling thunder” type of bid, by high-energy support Stark reality is, once there fares would be whether he can operation that would be trotted from young folk. McCarthy, remains no interest on Capi- ably withstand the assuredly out, if it becomes necessary. that, never mind the brouhaha after forcing LBJ to abandon a tol Hill in genuine campaign withering onslaught mounted Notwithstanding all of the with Trump and Megyn Kelly re-election run in 1968, failed finance reform, Democrats by the other side to highlight internecine sparring among and whatever else has spilled to get the party’s nomination. cannot afford to forgo trying the “socialist” and / or “com- Republicans over the Trump into the news about Trump- McGovern was the nominee in to remain competitive with a munist” label they would pin candidacy, surely not too much related friction, Fox would be a 1972, only to be soundly beat- traditionally better endowed on Sanders. For the duration of the polity is convinced that, neutral bystander, were Trump en by Richard Nixon. It’s been GOP. Sanders can of course set of the campaign thus far, just should he become the nominee, to be the GOP candidate. They known to happen — intra- for himself whatever funding about every contending Repub- we’re any less likely to see the go- will be in there, along with the party squabbles facilitating an guidelines he chooses, but his lican has made a point of boast- for-the-jugular tactics from the usual suspects in the right-wing election outcome that pleases inference that accepting dona- ing he was best positioned to Republican establishment and its echo chamber, doing what they none of the warring factions. tions from the wealthy neces- defeat Hillary Clinton, obvious- super-PAC surrogates that have do. Clinton will be pilloried, Worse, a result that even voters sarily means being beholden to ly because they considered her defined their campaign strategy. should she be the nominee, not come to regard as having been them, doesn’t do him proud. the more formidable of the two Painting Sanders as a zany leftist unlike incoming fire from that wrong-headed. We’re living through, this Democrats. But that extrem- spouting un-American rhetoric quarter since she stepped into Sanders has mounted his year, an inscrutable exercise ist branding of Sanders is by would be low-hanging fruit for the national spotlight in 1992. nomination quest on stated of participatory democracy, no means off the Republican GOP tacticians. 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BQ Caribbean Life, April 8-14, 2016 11 US welcomes new Electoral Council in Haiti

By Nelson A. King The United States has welcomed the new Provisional Electoral Council (CEP) in Haiti, saying that it is encouraged by its re-establishment. Rates as low as John Kirby, a State Department spokesman, also said the U.S. welcomes % Parliament’s confirmation of Haitian Prime Minister Enex J. Jean-Charles 5.95 and his cabinet. “We are encouraged by the re-establishment of the new nine-member Pro- visional Electoral Council (CEP),” said Kirby said, noting that the CEP is responsible for organizing the second State Department spokesman Rear round of presidential elections, remain- Admiral John Kirby. ing parliamentary elections, and local Associated Press / Manuel Balce Ceneta elections in Haiti to complete the electoral process begun in 2015. work together with Haiti’s partners to “As called for in the Feb. 5 accord, we rapidly address the challenges facing encourage the CEP to quickly imple- the country,” Kirby continued. ment the technical recommendations CEP Director Mosler Georges said, of the Independent Electoral Evaluation “the achievement of good elections is Commission, designed to improve the our mission.” transparency and fairness of the final Reports indicate that violent protests round. Such action will enhance public and accusations of fraud in favor of confidence in the election process,” he former Haitian President Michel Mar- added. telly’s successor nominee contributed To meet your important or The United States looks forward to to the jettisoning of the January elec- all provisions of the Accord being imple- toral runoff. The runoff was first put off mented — and a new democratically- in December. unexpected needs: elected president seated — as quickly An agreement was reach in February as possible, so that the government can for the new runoff on April 24. Trinidad & Tobago economy Consolidate Planning a New furniture bills wedding or appliances faces ‘major shock’ Apply for a Personal Loan today! By Azad Ali the IMF that policy adjustments are 1-800-LOAN-MCU | nymcu.org The International Monetary Fund needed, Canetti said. (IMF) said the Trinidad and Tobago “Since assuming office six months ago, economy is facing a “major shock” as a the government has already taken some Facebook.com/nymcu @NYMCU_News result of the sharp fall in energy prices, difficult but necessary steps in the face but was not in a crisis. of sharply lower energy revenues, includ- An IMF team headed by Ellie Can- ing widening the value added tax (VAT) etti, which conducted its annual Article base, cutting fuel subsidies, reducing the IV consultation from March 3-15 said number of ministries with a view to in a statement: “Trinidad and Tobago’s streamlining the Civil Service and insti- economy is confronting a major shock tuting spending cuts,” the IMF noted. with the sharp fall in energy prices that Canetti statement said: The govern- accelerated through early 2016. Based ment has already identified additional on available information, including job measures that could meet some portion losses and continued supply-side con- of this, including the improving tax col- straints in the energy sector, the IMF lections (with the help of a unified reve- projects gross domestic product (GDP) nue authority) increasing gaming taxes * APR= Annual Percentage Rate. With approved credit. Rates may be higher to fall one percent this year. and reintroducing property taxes. We based on your creditworthiness. Requires direct deposit or automatic payroll “In addition, declines in energy-based believe there is further scope to widen deduction as method of repayment. The Annual Percentage Rate (APR) will revenues will constrain the government’s the VAT base and increase taxes, which increase by 2% during the term of this transaction if you discontinue payment ability to act as an engine of growth. are lower by regional standards.” through payroll deduction or direct deposit. Your payments will consist of 60 Beyond 2016 new energy products will The IMF official added: “The country’s modestly boost energy production while external situation has been very chal- monthly payments of $19.31 on each $1,000 borrowed at 5.95% APR. 5.95% non-energy growth could start to recover, lenging. Against a backdrop of foreign APR available for amounts up to $15,000. Higher loan rates apply for amounts provided there is confidence in the coun- exchange shortages that have intensified in excess of $15,000. Rates and terms are subject to change without notice. try’s ability to navigate the harsher global since the beginning of 2015, the recent Certain restrictions apply. Membership is required. environment.” sharp falls in energy prices are further The new government agrees with reducing the available supply”.

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BQ Caribbean Life, April 8-14, 2016 17 THE CARIBBEAN BUSINESS REPORT Kaieteur Restaurant 2 serves spicy Carib fare

By Tangerine Clarke When Guyanese-born entrepreneur Rick Chetram wanted to open a new branch of his famous Guyanese West Indian eatery, he chose a 4000 sq. ft. space at the #2 subway Nereid Avenue stop in the East Bronx, where a large enclave of West Indian nationals reside. Kaieteur Restaurant and Bak- ery 2 at 4373 White Plains Rd., opened one year ago by Chetram who said he wanted to include a mix of Caribbean cuisine on his menu, and was told that this was the right spot to attract customers to a plate of his spicy Caribbean-style curry and roti, pholouri, and flakey pastry — such as pineapple tart, tennis rolls, and butter flap. According to Chetram, Car- ibbean nationals love Guyanese cooking, and to attract this clien- tele, he also offers Jamaica food, such as oxtail and curry goat. “I wanted to do something different because 50 percent of my customers are non-Guy- anese,” said Chetram who quit his job on Wall Street, open his first restaurant in Richmond Hill, Queens after the original Guyana’s Ambassador to the United States, Bayney Karray (right) congratulates Rick Chetram at his Kaieteur Restaurant owners wanted to retire. and Bakery 2. The restaurateur who jok- ingly said he does not know anything about cooking, but people, the kitchen turns out a morning to make roti in time appreciate customers who love “The moderately priced food is now making and effort to diverse menu that include, Chi- for the daily rush hour of cus- the restaurant and the food items at the restaurant keep learn, seized the opportunity nese fried rice and Chow Mein, tomers who pour into the eat- we serve. This is how I get my customers coming back,” said to attract foodies who are met and white pudding, and all the ery from 9 am, and patronize inspiration to do more,” said the businessperson who added with the tantalizing aroma of homemade food Guyanese are the restaurant throughout the Chetram. He who converted that he shops around to ensure delicious cooking the moment accustomed to back home. day, until 10 pm. the space into two sections to menu items are kept at a low they walk through the door. There is a special roti maker “I have had a great response include a Caribbean bar that price to satisfy the pocket of Like Guyana’s six races of who clocks in at 4 am every from the community, and I will provide Karaoke music. customers.

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uzanne Lang fondly it gold. and words. But at the same for him. He began chewing Eventually, the Lang fam- remembers asking her “When I put the crown on time, he was very bright, cre- through pencil erasers. He ily discovered that Alec had then 5-year-old son, his head, he looked at me with ative and inquisitive. would come home after school dyslexia and attention deficit SAlec, what he wanted to big eyes, full of confidence In first grade, things began yelling or crying, feeling frus- hyperactivity disorder. These be for Halloween. and joy,” she said. “Sadly, I to unravel. Every day the class trated and overwhelmed. In issues aren’t uncommon: one “The king,” he said, beam- wouldn’t see that look again would spend time writing in third grade, when his school in five children struggle with ing. for many years.” their journals. And every day evaluated him, he told the staff brain-based issues related to So they went to the craft There had been hints back Alec would try hard but only he was “stupid,” even though reading, math, writing, atten- store and picked out red vel- in preschool that something manage to write one word — the evaluation found he actu- tion and organization. vet and white fur for a cape. was not right. Alec’s speech and he would spell it wrong, ally had a very high IQ. “Back then, all I knew was Lang made a scepter out of was slightly off. He had trouble too. “My little ‘king’ seemed so that I needed to start looking cardboard and spray-painted in kindergarten with letters School became unbearable far away,” Lang said. Continued on Page 26 BQ Caribbean Life, April 8-14, 2016 23 EDUCATION Advice on ﬁ nding your dream university

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It’s the college was like for them. who aren’t sure exactly where important to attend both the They may also be willing to to begin, she offers the follow- official information session host an overnight stay. ing tips: and the campus tour, as it Not sure what to study or • Get your computer, tablet shows demonstrated interest major in? Network in a field or smartphone and get online Graduates listen to speeches at last year’s commencement ceremony at in the school. However, stu- of choice or in a few that are of It’s never too early for stu- St. John’s University in Jamaica Estates. dents should also make time to interest. Professional associa- dents to begin researching explore the campus and local tions for undergraduates and schools. Thanks to the Inter- LinkedIn, the world’s larg- tions to have dedicated pages community on their own. 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This ing, ‘Can I really trust this powerful new resource offers information?’” parents daily access to ex- Lang spent countless perts, personalized support hours tracking down experts, and connection to other par- eventually finding a reading ents in a safe online commu- specialist named Margie Gil- nity. One of the site’s inter- lis. active tools, Through Your “She helped us understand Child’s Eyes, allows parents two very important things: to experience the challenges why my son was struggling of living with learning and and how I could help him,” attention issues, like ADHD Lang said. or dyslexia. All for free. That knowledge marked a “Understood launched in turning point for the Langs. October 2014, and my great- They found a middle school est hope is that it becomes a that gave Alec the chance to lifeline to every parent who meet other kids with learn- is looking for answers,” Lang ing and attention issues. This said. helped build his confidence Alec is now a college fresh- and gave him a sense of com- man studying engineering. munity. He’s on the dean’s list and is It is never too early to start a “I remember him saying, thinking about what he’ll do ‘I never thought there were after graduation. so many people like me,’” “I asked him when he Lang said. visited over spring break if college saving’s fund Once he had the kind of he knew what he wanted to instruction and support he do, having so many options,” needed, Alec started to make Lang said. o you have a child in up a TreasuryDirect account TreasuryDirect. progress. By the end of mid- While Alec doesn’t exactly your life who will be for your child? 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B Caribbean Life, April 8-14, 2016 33 Dem ‘winners’ coming to Brooklyn

Democratic presidential rival candidates Sen. Bernie Sanders and Secretary Hillary Inside Life Clinton are already winners in New York but will underscore By Vinette K. Pryce recent gains during a debate slated for the Duggal Green- house, at the Brooklyn Navy place renowned for being the the catchy phrase proved Yard on April 14. headquarters “where stars are endearing to young voters who Focused on sealing nomi- born and dreams are made” helped to elect the first of his nation victories here, the two Clinton proved she was no race to win the presidency. recently carved out distinct amateur contender but a prov- Recently, the first Black territories from the five bor- en winner as six-year senator to president of the United States oughs to kick-off their cam- represent the state. recalled the three words in an paign to win the April 19 New Reminiscent of a visit Barack inspiring address to the people York Democratic, primary. Obama made to Harlem when of Cuba. On a visit here, Brooklyn- he mimicked Al Green sing- On this recent campaign, just born Sanders rallied uptown ing “Let’s Stay Together,” Clin- blocks away from the address Democratic presidential candidates Bernie Sanders and Hil- and downtown in two separate ton faced a favorable crowd of Clinton’s husband conducted lary Clinton will be debating in Brooklyn. Craig Rubadoux/Florida boroughs, the former secretary 1,500 already decided she is the business after leaving the White Today via Associated Press of state decided to make Har- winning presidential hopeful to House crowds greeted her with lem her main stage to cam- win the confidence of a major- signs reading “Welcome Home.” On this go-round, Cong. Ran- I talk like this I’m playing the paign. ity of Democrats. A throwback to the greeting gel and Sen. Charles Schumer gender card. My answer is very Cheered by thousands of During Obama’s 2007 Apollo the former president received — elder statesmen represent- simple. If fighting for equal believers who endorse the “feel Theater appearance, City Coun- when he was welcomed in Har- ing the state — watched from pay and for a minimum wage is the Bern” mantra, the Vermont cilmember Bill Perkins, intel- lem by scores of fans that bran- orchestra seats as the campaign playing the gender card, then senator all but championed the lectual Cornel West and come- dished card-board fans that read to kick-off the NYC campaign deal me in!” masses in Brooklyn and the dian Chris Rock introduced a “I’m a fan of Bill Clinton,” there unfolded. Confident of winning Bronx while the former first candidate that advocated and was jubilation in the air. The former secretary of state endorsement as the first lady and Democratic frontrun- also imprinted a national “Yes It was Harlem Congressman talked politics from the place female to be elected president ner staked her claim as the We Can” slogan for change. Charles B. Rangel in deference Michael Jackson, James Brown, of the USA, Clinton focused candidate of choice from the The majority populations of to downtown office renters that Bob Marley, and so many on inclusiveness, equality and stage of the world famous Apol- Blacks and Latinos embraced invited the former president to iconic legendary personalities squarely confronted issues of lo Theatre. the message and with a Span- set up office at 125th St. after he cemented their careers. gender and race. Inside the landmark show- ish translation to “Si Se Puede” vacated the White House. “Republicans say that when Catch You On The Inside!

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Continued on Page 38 Mother’s Day Show LEHMAN

By Tangerine Clarke Guyana’s 50th Independence Anni- Grupo Niche, one of the top salsa bands from Colombia. versary will get a big boost on Sun- day, May 1 when entrepreneur Pamela McKenzie brings the colors of the Gold- Grupo Niche celebrates its 35th anniversary en Arrowhead flag to her Annual Moth- er’s Day Fashion Show and dinner. Colombia’s premiere salsa band try, SiriusXM Radio will broadcast put Colombia on the map of the St. Gabriel’s Golden Hall at 331 Haw- Grupo Niche returns to Lehman the salsa concert live from Lehman world of salsa. As Varela broke away thorn St. in Brooklyn will be decorated Center for the Performing Arts for a Center on SiriusXM Caliente channel from existing musical structures, he in red, green, yellow, white and black concert celebrating their 35th anni- 150 beginning at 8 pm EST. also took on Afro-centric issues in all colors, at the themed 50th Independ- versary on Saturday, April 16, 2016 Grupo Niche was formed in Bogotá their social and ethnic implications, ence Anniversary Jubilee event that at 8 pm. in 1980 by songwriter, vocalist, singing to his homeland, Chocó — will showcase Guyana’s beautiful cul- The group is known for both up arranger, and producer Jairo Varela, its problems, its marginality, and its ture, under the title: Elegant Evening tempo and vigorous dance music as who began his music career at age poverty. The group’s second album of Pearls and Rose. well as slower-paced salsa romántica eight with the group La Timba. Com- release, Querer es Poder contained The stage is set for the 6 pm to 12 numbers and is considered as one of prised of young musicians from the their first hit song “Buenaventura y midnight, pre-Mother’s Day affair, that the world’s most popular Latin salsa state of Chocó, Grupo Niche was con- Caney” which led to their first U.S. McKenzie said would give patrons who groups. The event is being produced ceived as new, alternative salsa with a tour in 1981. Their 1984 release, No do not party on a regular basis, the by Lehman Center and José Raposo. more international style and flavor. Hay Quinto Malo, went gold and fea- opportunity to outfit themselves in ele- For listeners across the coun- Their first album, 1980’s Al Pasito, Continued on Page 38 Continued on Page 38

BQ Caribbean Life, April 8-14, 2016 35 BOOK REVIEW A granddaughter’s tale of a notorious Nazis fer Teege had everything she why didn’t anyone say any- “My Grandfather Would wanted: a degree, success, a thing about the bigger secret Have Shot Me” husband, two healthy sons, of their lives? And how could by Jennifer Teege and a bright future. Teege ever reconcile the gentle and Nikola Sellmair And then, while idly brows- grandma she loved with the c.2015, ing in a nearby library, she woman who surely knew what The Experiment says, “I found the book.” was going on at the camp, but $14.95 / $22.95 Canada Photos inside it seemed who chose to ignore it in favor 240 pages familiar – then recognizable. of a life of comfort? They were pictures of her birth Though it felt like picking mother and the grandmother at a painful scab, Teege needed By Terri Schlichenmeyer Teege loved. And between the to know everything about her You’ve heard the stories. pictures was a story that was grandfather, a man she under- Great-Grandpa made hooch “the key to my family history, stood would have been out- in the basement during Pro- to my life”: the mother who raged at her very existence. She hibition. Grandma was arrest- gave Teege up for adoption was toured his home near Plaszów, ed for protesting back in the the child of one of Germany ’s and visited sites of former con- ‘60s. Your great-grandma once most notorious Nazis. centration camps. She looked chased a man off with a gun. The grandmother who hard at old photos, and con- Scandalous then, maybe, cared for Teege as a child was tacted her birth parents to find but quaint family stories now. the mistress of Amon Goeth, closure. You cherish those rebel-rous- commandant of Plaszów con- “I wa nt to walk upright, to live ing ancestors of yours – but in centration camp. a normal life,” she says. “There Book cover of “My Grandfather Would Have Shot Me.” “My Grandfather Would Have Did her adoptive parents is no such thing as inherited Shot Me” by Jennifer Teege know the truth? Teege had guilt. Everybody has the right and Nikola Sellmair, some contact with her mother until to their own life story.” Half of “My Grandfather so powerful, so striking a tale tales may lie buried. she was seven years old and she Think that’s impactful? Just Would Have Shot Me” is what that it’s impossible to tear At 38 years old, Jenni- knew her father was Nigerian; wait…. you just learned — which is yourself away. Congratulations to Brooklyn’s Join Us! Gala Dinner & Award Ceremony 2016 Women of Distinction Tuesday, June 7, 2016 Our Keynote Speaker Ophira HONOREES Eisenberg Ophira Eisenberg Regina Andriolo, Esq. Lenore Friedman Ingrid P. Lewis-Martin Bazah Roohi is a standup comic, writer, and host of Anna Becker Bonnii Gargano Dr. Amy Lipnicki Carmen Gloria Rosario-Olmedo NPR’s hit trivia comedy show, Nancy Colt Laura Glazier-Smith Diane Marino Dawn Simon Ask Me Another. She has appeared on The Late Sybil DeVeaux Lynn Harris Maria Teresa Nitti Stephanie Thompson Late Show, The Today Show, Audrey Doorn Nataly Isikli Angelika Pisakhova Haﬁ da Torres Comedy Central, and VH-1. Pamela Esposito-Amery Michele Jerry, LCSW Chinita Pointer Shirley Young Nancy Falco Dr. Saundra Johnson Beareather Reddy

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36 Caribbean Life, April 8-14, 2016 BQ Cheadle channels Jazz great in biopic The plot thickens with the intrusion into this fortress “Miles Ahead” of solitude of a pushy Rolling Very Good (3 stars) Stone reporter (Ewan McGre- Rated R for drug gor) in search of a scoop about use, nudity, sexuality, a rumored comeback. Dave brief violence and Braden proceeds to circumvent pervasive profanity a very skeptical Davis’ disdain for Running time: journalists by agreeing to serve 100 minutes as his chauffeur and to procure Studio: Crescendo cocaine on his behalf. Unfortu- Productions nately, Dave also has a hidden Distributor: Sony agenda, namely, gaining posses- Pictures Classics sion of the master tape of Miles’ next album, if it exists. Meanwhile, the icon is con- By Kam Williams veniently given to reminiscing It’s no secret that Don Chea- about his past, which allows dle wanted to make a movie for intermittent flashbacks, about Miles Davis (1926-1991) most about his tempestuous for over a decade. Well, the relationship with his first wife, wait is finally over for jazz fans Don Cheadle as Miles Davis in “Miles Ahead.” Rottentomatoes.com Frances (Emayatzy Corinealdi). eager to see the warts-and-all Too bad Miles’ impressive body biopic chronicling some of the ages to channel the spirit of a conventional, chronological in the midst of a self-imposed, of work is given short shrift. highs and lows of the legendary Miles oh so convincingly, from approach to storytelling in favor five-year break from the music except for the handful of clas- trumpeter’s checkered career. the gravelly voice to the mercu- of a free form structure featur- business. He spends his days sics on the soundtrack. Cheadle not only produced, rial temperament. ing a series of vignettes focus- barricaded in his New York An improvisational cinematic directed, and co-wrote his But while the impersona- ing less on the man’s music apartment consuming copious portrait of a jazz giant whose labor of love, but handles the tion might be spot on, the sur- than his messy private life. amounts of drugs to mask the prodigious cultural contribu- title character in a haunting real screenplay leaves a lot to The picture’s point of depar- pain caused by a chronic hip tions play second fiddle to a performance where he man- be desired. The script eschews ture is 1975, when we find Miles condition. plethora of his personal failings. Independent & Foreign Films

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BQ Caribbean Life, April 8-14, 2016 37 Mother’s Day Show in Guyanese style Continued from page 35

gant attire, and be entertained in a fabulous setting. TOP 10 McKenzie, owner of Pam’s Bakery at the corner of Church SINGLES and Schenectady Avenues in Brooklyn, is excited to present the pre-mother’s day gathering 1 Love Yourself that will open with cocktails Justin Bieber from 6 pm to 8 pm., before dinner, and a hat and fashion 2 Work Rihanna Feat. Drake show to celebrate matriarchs. She added that patrons who Stressed Out 3 come “dressed to impress” will twenty one pilots be asked to take part in the fashion show, that has thrilled 4 Cake By The Ocean attendees for the last six years. DNCE African attire, and colorful ensembles in the past, have 5 My House Flo Rida jazzed up the runway, and brought great entertainment 6 Me, Myself & I to the Mother’s Day event. G-Eazy x Bebe Rexha “I want everyone to come out and have a good time,” 7 Hands to Myself Selena Gomez said the baker and pasty maker, whose delectable fare Pamela McKenzie of Pam’s Bakery with Guyana’s Golden Arrowhead ﬂ ag which will adorn her Pre-Mother’s Day Fashion Show. Photo by Tangerine Clarke 8 I Took A Pill in Ibiza will be on the evening’s din- Mike Posner ner menu. Inspired by her mother who She hosts the event every The 26-year old estab- birthday cakes. 9 7 Years gave birth to 11 children — year, not only to entertain lishment which stays open The businesswoman said Lukas Graham eight girls, and three boys in mothers, but also to say thanks throughout the year, from 8 she wants to keep the Guy- the capital city of Georget- to customers who patronize am to 9 pm, except for Christ- anese culture alive through 10 Pilowtalk Zayn own — McKenzie said coming her bakery. She also likes to mas and Thanksgiving, cel- her establishment, and as such from a big family inspires her showcase her products which ebrates with seasonal items, welcomes everyone to partake to put on the event to honor include bread, cakes and pas- such as Easter Cross Buns, in her food items that are rea- her mother. try. Christmas Black Cake, and sonably priced.” TOP 10 ALBUMS Festival Groupo Niche at 1 Mind of Mine Zayn Continued from page 35 Roy Wilkins Park in Queens. 2 More Issues Than Vogue He returned to his stump- Lehman Center K. Michelle ing ground for another cel- Slime Season 3 3 ebrated performance in 2011 Continued from page 35 more than one million people Young Thug when he charmed fans with at a concert in Peru, and in hits such as ”Delilah,” “Gully tured what has become their September of that year they 4 The Black Asking Alexandria Side,” “On The Go (Faster signature song, “Cali Pach- staged their first European Than Bullet)” and “Star Boy. anguero” which Billboard has tour, playing in France, Eng- 5 Blurryface He is primed for another big called “one of the greatest Latin land, Germany, Switzerland, twenty one pilots performance on Memorial songs of all time.” and Spain. Monday and should be able The critically acclaimed Tri- Lehman Center for the Per- 6 This is Acting to easily stamp his class with unfo (also titled Se Pasó) was forming Arts is on the campus Sia hit singles “Fathers Prayer,” released the following year on of Lehman College/CUNY at “Cassava Piece Radio,” “Sad- the New York Latin Records label 250 Bedford Park Boulevard 7 Blues of Desperation Executive VP of Irie Jam Joe Bonamassa ness,” “Stulla” and “Mad Media, Louie Grant. and went gold with popular hits West, Bronx, NY 10468. Tick- Over.” like “Ana Milé” and “Del Puente ets for Grupo Niche on Satur- 8 Traveller “Mavado is an entertaining wax with his current hit “My Pa’alla.” After much success in day, April 16, 2016 at 8 pm are Chris Stapleton performer who has a knack League,” which has been Colombia, Grupo Niche soon $60, $55, and $45, and can be for rising to the top when the heating up dancehall charts earned international fame and in purchased by calling the Leh- 9 Beauty Behind the... spotlight is on him” event globally and enjoying heavy 1986 became the first Colombian man Center box office at 718- The Weeknd organizer and Executive VP rotation on stations in Jamai- orchestra to perform at Madison 960-8833 (Monday through of Irie Jam Media, Louie ca, the USA, Canada, Japan Square Garden, playing at the Friday, 10 am–5 pm, and 10 25 Adele Grant explained. and parts of Europe. Joining World Salsa Festival. beginning at 12 noon on the “He is excited about per- Mavado and Nesbeth on stage Beginning in the late ‘80s, day of the concert), or through forming at Oracabessa this at Oracabessa will be ‘Mr. Grupo Niche turned to roman- online access at www.Lehman- year and fans are eager to Smooth’ Ken Boothe, Vers- tic lyrics, leaving behind their Center.org. Lehman Center is see him showcase his musi- hon and Soca King Mighty songs about social issues. The accessible by #4 or D train to cal dexterity and the many Sparrow. release of 1989’s Tapando el Bedford Park Blvd. and is off sides of David Brooks,” Grant Hueco coincided with Puerto the Saw Mill River Parkway and noted. Rico’s salsa romántica move- the Major Deegan Expressway. The Gully Gad is enjoy- Caribbeanlifenews.com ment and went platinum. In Low-cost on-site parking avail- ing a surge in popularity on March 1989, they played for able for $5.

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Jamaica’s Usain Bolt reacts after winning the men’s 4x100-meter relay fi nal at the World Athletics Championships in the Luzhniki sta- dium in Moscow. Associated Press / Martin Meissner Bolt quitting after Brazil Olympics By Azad Ali Jamaican sprint superstar Usain Bolt has announced his intention to call it a day on his Olympic Career after the games in Brazil later his year. Bolt said that this year’s Olympic will be the last and that he will not be BACK ON extending his career to the 2020 games in Tokyo, Japan. “It’ll definitely be my last Olympics,” Bolt said in an interview in Kingston, Continued on Page 42 WI offspinner TRACK back on top Guatemala’s Jean Marquez, left, and United States’ Bobby Wood fi ght for a loose ball during the fi rst half By Azad Ali of a World Cup qualifying soccer match Tuesday, March 29, 2016, in Columbus, Ohio. West Indies off-spinner Samuel Associated Press / Jay LaPrete Badree has returned to the number-one position in the top Twenty20 rankings after taking six wickets in four matches US qualifies with 4-0 win over Guatemala to date, while India’s Ravichandran Ash- win has dropped from the number one COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) _ The Americans, who risked being elimi- dado and Jesus Corona scored first- spot to third after managing just four United States got back on track for a nated from the qualifying competi- half goals as Mexico beat Canada 2-0 wickets in as many matches. berth in the 2018 World Cup, ending tion with another loss. to become the first nation to clinch a New Zealand’s Adam Milne and four nervous days with a 4-0 win over “I thought we showed a lot of berth in the six-team final round of India’s trio of Ravindra Jadeja, Jasprit Guatemala on Tuesday. heart,” Dempsey said. “We showed qualifying for the North and Central Bumrah and Ashish Nehra are the bowl- Clint Dempsey scored 12 minutes a lot of character by dealing with a American and Caribbean region. ers who have made impressive gains in and Geoff Cameron, Graham Zusi pressure situation.” Following a dismal 2-0 loss at and are expected to feature in the final and Jozy Altidore added goals for the In other matches, Andres Guar- Continued on Page 42 Continued on Page 42 BQ Caribbean Life, April 8-14, 2016 41 West Indies’ Samuel Badree bowls during the second T20 In- ternational cricket match against England at the Kensington Oval in Bridgetown, Barbados. Associated Press / Ricardo Mazalan Badree Continued from page 41 leg of what has been high-competitive ICC World Twenty20 being played in India. Meanwhile there have been some changes in the ICC T20 Player Rank- ings. India’s Virat Kholi, who averages 92 after scoring 184 runs in four matches at a strike-rate of over 132, has reclaimed the number –one bat- ting position. Kholi had entered the tournament 24 points behind Aaron Finch, who has now opened up a 68-poont advantage over the Aus- tralian. Martin Guptil is New Zealand’s highest-ranked batsman after the opener has moved up two places to third following his contribution of 125 runs in three matches at a strike rate of over 162. West Indies superstar Chris Gayle has gained one place and is now ranked sixth after scoring 104 runs in two innings at a stunning strike- rate of 208. Canada’s Cyle Larin, behind, goes for the ball with Mexico’s Nestor Araujo during a World Cup qualifying soccer match in Mexico City, Tuesday, March 29, 2016. Associated Press / Christian Palma Bolt to retire MEXICO LEADS GROUP A Continued from page 41 Jamaica. “It’s going to be hard to go four Continued from page 41 Dempsey scored his 49th interna- Seeking its seventh straight World more years for me, to keep the moti- Guatemala City on Friday in which Jur- tional goal, eight behind Landon Dono- Cup berth, Mexico leads Group A with vation that I want, especially if I gen Klinsmann played several players van’s American record. 12 points, followed by Canada and Hon- accomplish what I want to in Rio,” out of their most comfortable positions, In Group C’s other game, Trinidad duras eight points back. he said. the U.S. head coach made five lineup and Tobago won 6-0 at home against St. In January the Jamaican sprinter Canada last played in the World Cup changes and shifted two others into Vincent and the Grenadines. Sheldon sensation had hinted at the pros- their more usual spots. Bateau scored Trinidad’s only goal in in 1986. pect of extending his Olympic career Cameron doubled the U.S. lead in the first half before Joevin Jones, Ken- Elsewhere, Honduras won 2-0 over beyond Brazil on the basis of com- the 35th minute, and Zusi, added to the wyne Jones and Kevin Molino padded visiting El Salvador on goals by Oscar ments reportedly made by his coach roster on Sunday, added a goal just 20 the lead in the second. Boniek Garcia and Romell Quioto. Glen Mills suggesting his fitness seconds into the second half. Altidore Trevin Caesar then added two more In Group B, Costa Rica remained would carry him to Japan. capped the scoring in the 89th. goals in a three-minute span as time in the top spot after beating visiting A loss would have made it virtually was winding down. Jamaica 3-0. Ceslo Borges, Bryan Ruiz impossible for the U.S. to finish among Trinidad leads the group with 10 and Johan Venegas all scored for the the top two teams in Group C and reach points, three ahead of the U.S. and four Go to Caribbeanlifenews.com the final round of qualifying, but the ahead of Guatemala. Ticos. for the latest in Caribbean news, victory put the U.S. in good position to In Mexico City, Guardado scored on a Panama is three points back after entertainment, and sports advance. The Americans are 27-0-2 at penalty kick in the 17th and Corona in beating Haiti 1-0 at home on Felipe home in qualifying since 2001. the 45th for Mexico. Baloy’s 81st-minute goal.

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