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www.caribbeanlifenews.com QUEENS/LONG ISLAND/BRONX/MANHATTAN Mar. 02–Mar. 08, 2018 CRUEL FATE OF IRONY CARICOM to take advantage of British reparations mistake

By Bert Wilkinson award payments for something Republic Day The Caribbean Reparations done nearly 400 years ago. Commission says that what Worse yet, slavery was not ille- Consul General of Guyana, Barbara Atherly leads a colorful Mashramani-style pa- might have been an innocent gal in the United Kingdom at rade during a 48th Republic celebration in New York City. See story on Page 43. recent mistake on the part of the time. Photo by Tangerine Clarke British authorities has now Now, Sir Hilary Beckles, the given it additional evidence and respected regional academic renewed impetus to make Brit- that governments have identi- ain and other European nations fied to lead the fight for repara- Councilman pleads guilty in protest case compensate the Caribbean for tions, last week accused London making millions of Blacks work of rank dishonesty in putting on agricultural plantations in forward reasons why it does not By Nelson A. King Williams, the son of Grenadi- Thank you to my brothers for the region without a cent in plan to compensate the region New York City Councilman an immigrants, who also was standing with me today.” payment. for the African slave trade. Ydanis Rodriguez pleaded arrested at the protest. Eighteen people, including Successive British adminis- He said that a recent British guilty to disorderly conduct Rodriguez thanked Wil- Rodriguez and Williams, were trations had argued that the Treasury tweet and other docu- on Wednesday in connection liams, who represents the arrested during the chaotic slave trade was so yesterday’s ments now show that a loan with his arrest at an immi- 45th Council District in protest that broke out on Jan. news that the region should from the British government gration protest in lower Man- Brooklyn, and Ragbir for 11 after Ragbir’s detainment, just accept it as a cruel mistake that had been used to com- hattan over the detention of their support, vowing to con- AM New York said. of history and move on, while pensate former slave owners in Trinidadian immigrant rights tinue fighting for immigrant Ragbir, who is the execu- openly vowing not to pay a dol- the Caribbean was still being activist Ravi Ragbir. rights, according to AM New tive director of the faith-based lar to the descendants of slav- funded by British taxpayers as Rodriguez was joined at York. immigrant rights group New ery going forward. Payments, recently as 2015. That makes the New York County Court- Ragbir and multiple immi- Sanctuary Coalition of New compensation or reparations, everything about this case cur- house on Centre Street in grant groups have sued the York City, was taken into ICE they say, will come through big rent and justiciable. lower Manhattan by Ragbir, Trump administration over custody when he showed up grants, concession loans and This also means, Beck- whose detention by US Immi- Ragbir’s detention. for a routine check-in with free trade nuggets that Britain les argues, that many of the gration and Customs Enforce- “We will continue to the agency at 26 Federal and the European Union have estimated 300,000 Caribbean ment (ICE) agents touched unapologetically resist any Plaza in lower Manhattan. given to the Caribbean in the nationals who now live in the off the Jan. 11 demonstra- attacks on immigrants,” As he was taken away in an past and in the future. UK and are slave descendants, tion, as well as by New York Rodriquez said. “We are the ambulance, Williams, Rod- British officials had confi- were themselves forced to pay City Councilman Jumaane majority, and we will prevail. Continued on Page 8 dently said that no court would Continued on Page 8 $ % && '        !  "!  #
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2 Caribbean Life, Mar. 02–Mar. 08, 2018 BQ Haiti recalls UN envoy

By Nelson A. King Haiti has recalled its ambassador to the United Nations for consultations after UN Secretary General António Guterres’ special representative said she welcomed a corruption inquiry into the way US$2 billion in oil loans from Ven- ezuela was spent by former Haitian gov- ernment officials, according to reports. CGID President Rickford Burke. Ambassador Denis Regis and Haiti Foreign Minister Antonio Rodrigue have confirmed the decision, reported Brooklyn group the Miami Herald on Tuesday. Rodrigue said the government believes that a statement issued by rips Guyana Susan D. Page, the special representa- tive and chief of the United Nations Mission for Justice Support in Haiti — Bar Association known by the acronym MINUJUSTH — “surpasses its role to support the coun- try in the enforcement of rule of law attack on Prez and justice,” according to the Herald. He said the Haitian government also summoned Page on Tuesday to explain Granger the communique. On Sunday, Page said she welcomed By Nelson A. King the decision by Haiti’s justice system The Brooklyn-based Caribbean Guy- to assign an investigative judge, Paul ana Institute for Democracy (CGID) Pierre, to look into complaints filed deems the Guyana Bar Association’s by about 20 citizens demanding an (GBA) “unfounded attack” on Presi- accounting for the US$2 billion Haiti dent David Granger to be “irrespon- received as part of a discounted oil pro- Denis Regis, Permanent Representative of Haiti to the UN, addresses the sible, malicious, unprofessional and gram with Venezuela, known as Petro- Security Council meeting on the question concerning his country. repugnant to the standards of the Caribe, according to the Herald. United Nations / Manuel Elias Bar.” It said she also called on Haitian The GBA on Feb. 18, 2018, issued a authorities to look into two separate statement attacking the president, in incidents involving alleged police bru- corrupt country in the Caribbean. COM were ending a two-day summit in contemplation of his exercise of powers tality and shootings. “I salute the initiative and the active Port-au-Prince. invested in him by Article 127 of the Page noted that the UN mission’s role role of Haitian citizens and civil society Haiti, which is a member, hosted the constitution, to appoint the chancellor is to strengthen the rule of law in Haiti, engaged in the fight against corrup- summit, where leaders discussed issues and chief justice. the Herald said, stating that the mis- tion and impunity, whose actions dem- concerning ISIS terrorism recruitment, The association’s statement said sion was formed following the end of onstrate that the population defends regional air transport and a regional that “any action outside of the said the UN peacekeeping mission in Octo- accountability and justice,” Page said in arrest treaty, the Herald said. Article 127 is unconstitutional, void ber after 13 1/2 years. a statement. It said Haitian President Jovenel and of no legal effect and would have Page, according to the Herald, also The diplomatic row came as leaders Moïse, who marked a year in office on embarrassing consequences.” cited a recent Transparency Interna- from the 15-member Caribbean Com- Feb. 8, has been at odds with the inter- But CGID President Rickford Burke tional report ranking Haiti as the most munity economic bloc known as CARI- national community. said “the issuance of a highly charged, political statement, chastising the head of state on the basis of rumor, spec- ulation and political gossip, evinces incontrovertible bias and confirmation Clarke hails outpouring of anti-gun violence activism the GBA has wittingly enmeshed itself into partisan politics as an ill-advised surrogate for the opposition leader. By Nelson A. King ing their voices heard. This movement is churches, movie theaters and communi- “The GBA has, with prejudice, Brooklyn Congresswoman Yvette real. This movement is significant.” ties.” undermined its ability to be a cred- Clarke has hailed the outpouring of anti- As with other pivotal moments in On Thursday, President Donald Trump ible and objective amicus, civil society gun violence activism from high school America’s history, Clarke noted that on enthusiastically embraced a National intermediary,” Burke added. students across the United States. young people are “leading the way. Rifle Association position to arm highly- He said Article 127 (1) of the con- Hundreds of students led walk outs “From Student Nonviolent Coordinat- trained teachers to fortify schools against stitution mandates that “the Chan- and marched following last week’s tragic ing Committee and the Freedom Riders mass shootings like the one last week cellor and the Chief Justice shall be shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas to Students For a Democratic Society, Stoneman Douglas High School. appointed by the president acting after High School in Parkland, Florida. students have been forming and leading Trump, who said the armed teachers obtaining the agreement of the leader “The outpouring of activism we are movements for decades,” she said. “We should receive extra pay as an incen- of the opposition.” seeing from high school students across must listen to these brave young peo- tive, promoted his idea as demands for Burke further said that Article 127 the country is truly heartening,” said ple. The time for thoughts, prayers and stronger gun control intensified across (2) mandates the president to appoint Clarke, the daughter of Jamaican immi- moments of silence have long passed. It the US. a judge to perform the duties of chan- grants, who represents the 9th Congres- is time for real gun reforms. “You give them a little bit of a cellor or chief justice if any of the two sional District in Brooklyn. “It’s inspir- “For far too long, Congress has been bonus, so practically for free, you have the offices is vacant, the office holder ing to see the next generation join us in controlled by a very powerful gun lobby,” now made the school into a hardened is occupying another office, is inca- the fight to end gun violence. she added. “Today, these students have target,” Trump said. pacitated or in any other way unable “I believe that we are at a critical taken back their power.” The president estimated that 10 per- to perform the duties of the office, moment in our nation’s history,” Clarke The congresswoman said she was cent to 40 percent of school employees after meaningful consultation with the added. “From walk-outs to marches “proud of these young people and stand would be qualified to handle a weapon, leader of the opposition. across the country, students are mak- with them as we pursue safer schools, while offering no data for the claim.

BQ Caribbean Life, Mar. 02–Mar. 08, 2018 3 Updated daily at www.caribbeanlifenews.com CARIBBEAN ROUNDUP THE NEWS FROM BACK HOME

Antigua Antigua and Barbuda Prime Min- ister Gaston Browne recently vis- ited the United Arab Emirates (UAE) where he held bilateral discussions with Dr. Thani Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, minister of climate change and envi- ronment for the UAE. During the meeting, Al Zeyoudi thanked Browne for his participation in the World Government Summit and offered his con- cern to the govern- ment and people of Antigua and Barbuda regarding the dev- astation caused by Hurricane Irma. Browne in his response also thanked the minister for his kind words and emphasized the strength and cooperation between both coun- tries. The prime minister also thanked the UAE government for the $10 mil- lion pledged to the region after the destruction of the hurricanes and in particular the amount pledged to CNN’s top of the list hotel Barbuda. Browne also thanked the UAE The Park Hyatt St Kitts is located within the Christope Harbor development and boasts sandy beaches and views to the neighboring island of Nevis. for the approval of the $3.1 million Park Hyatt St Kitts pledge last year for the green Bar- buda project. He noted the ongoing challeng- es regarding a green Barbuda and ada, Delta and JetBlue to add Geor- Health Minister, Dr. Christopher contributions over time. the set back the hurricane cause in getown to their route map, especially Tufton said last year the government advancing the project. that Guyana will finally complete the brought in a team from PAHO / WHO St. Kitts Al Zeyoudi, indicated his country’s expansion and modernization of the to help look at healthcare financing. Cable News Network (CNN) has willingness to assist in this regard. Cheddi Jagan Airport this year. He said that in another three named the Park Hyatt St. Kitts at The government is keen to have months the consultants will present the top of the list of the 14 best new Barbados at least two big-name airlines land a proposal, which it is anticipated will hotels and resorts opening in the The catastrophic hurricanes that at the new airport before the end of move the country towards a national Caribbean. devastated several Caribbean desti- 2018 to commemorate the opening of health insurance scheme. CNN said this splashy five-star nations last September had slowed the modern airport. Dr. Tufton said the completed doc- resort isn’t just the first Park Hyatt down on the tourism One of the biggest concerns these ument will be examined and deter- development in the Caribbean. progress but did not airlines have had with Guyana in the mination made as to its implemen- The Park Hyatt St affect regional tour- past has been the high cost of jet tation. Kitts is set within ism. fuel. Jet fuel at the He noted that very few Jamaicans the Christope Har- This is according Cheddi Jagan Airport have health insurance and that with bor development and to figures released by the Caribbean was one of the most the increasing health risks, it is boasts sandy beaches Tourism Organization (CTO). expensive in the essential that all citizens have access and views to the neighboring island CTO’s acting director of research, region but has been to quality services. of Nevis. Ryan Skeete announced at a news reduced since the The Minister said only about 20 The project was partly financed by conference to a global audience that government broke the oil monopoly percent of persons are insured and of the country’s citizenship-by-invest- the Caribbean reached the 30-mil- at airport. that 20, about l0 percent are govern- ment scheme, which allows investors lion mark in stay-over arrivals for Two airlines have confirmed that ment employees and eight percent who made an investment not only the first time every last year, even the cost of jet fuel at the airport has are in the private sector. to take a share in the hotel, but also as the region battled the effects of been reduced. Dr. Turfton noted that the national to apply for citizenship of the island Hurricanes Irma and Maria, as well With at least two more airlines health insurance scheme aims to state, subject to due diligence. as Hurricane Harvey, which lashed flying to Guyana there will be more provide coverage for all, and that The country has recently reduced parts of the United States, the Carib- business travelers connecting via is in line with gov- the government fees for such real bean’s primary market. New York, Miami, Toronto and Pan- ernment’s policy to estate related to investments, mak- Skeete said in addition, there was ama City to Guyana. ensure that all Jamai- ing proposition even more attrac- a record-spend by visitors, who con- cans, particularly the tive. tributed US$37 billion to Caribbean Jamaica vulnerable, have the St. Kitts and Nevis’ citizenship- economies during the 12-month peri- The Jamaica government has most basic health insurance cover- by-investment program is the oldest od, up from 2.6 percent over 2016. engaged a team from the Pan Amer- age. and most established in the region. ican Health Organization/World He said the national health insur- Guyana Health Organization (PAHO / WHO ance scheme will ensure that the Trinidad The Guyana government is engaged / to assist in the development of a health sector has an effective model The Opposition United Congress in ongoing discussions with Air Can- national health insurance scheme. in place that enables persons to make Continued on Page 16

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Q Caribbean Life, Mar. 02–Mar. 08, 2018 5 Barbados Opposition pleads with Jamaica to stay in CARICOM

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Q Caribbean Life, Mar. 02–Mar. 08, 2018 9 OP-EDS Educating and empowering Protect our schools! By Albert Baldeo lars and cents. Use our tax “The purpose is clear. It We can no longer dollars for this purpose. is safety with solvency. The take the pain and We should start off by African-Americans country is entitled to both.” placing trained, armed -U.S. President Dwight D. suffering of our police officers on site at Eisenhower kids being hunted every school. It will also about end-of-life care “Never send to know for and shot to death serve as a deterrent to whom the bells tolls; it tolls for granted-not would be murderers, terror- for thee…”-John Donne in our schools or ists and bullies in our 6,700 By Brandi Alexander ning about the end-of-life care “America has a right to elsewhere. public and private school As we celebrate Black His- options, including educating the Second Amendment, buildings. There are about tory Month, one of our goals ourselves about the value of but the people of Ameri- 4,500 school buildings should be to change the history hospice and palliative care. ca have a right to safety in the 733 public school of African-Americans like my The sad truth is that we suf- and the prevention of gun tive actions. Parents have districts across the state, father enduring needless suf- fer from higher rates of health- violence in their communi- an important stake in their while private schools have fering when we die because we care outcome disparities caused ty”- Congresswoman Sheila children’s safety, and are about 2,000 buildings. don’t prepare for the inevitable by smoking, obesity, hyperten- Jackson Lee rightly concerned that the Willing educators can end of life. sion, heart disease, and cancer. Many parents have called violence in our schools cur- also serve in a similar When my father’s can- By not having frequent conver- the Baldeo Foundation for tails a proper public edu- capacity. New York City’s cer came out of remission in sations about end-of-life care assistance in eradicating cation, and hence, are in enhanced security meas- 2010, he declined in a matter options early, to prepare before violence in our schools, breach of their fundamental ures for the city’s 1,800 of months. I had never had one a health emergency occurs, from putting an end to bul- rights. school buildings, which conversation with him about people of color often opt for lying, assaults, threats and We can no longer take include active shooter his end-of-life care goals, pref- aggressive, futile medical treat- mass killings. Others are the pain and suffering of drills to be held by mid- erences and values, so he suf- ments that only prolong an concerned about their right our kids being hunted and March and random screen- fered terribly during his last agonizing dying process. Afri- to be accepted in our public shot to death for granted- ing by metal detectors at all days. My family spent so much can Americans are less likely schools. not in our schools or else- middle and high schools, time fighting over what we to access comfort care, hospice All kids living in the Unit- where. Enough is enough! should be implemented thought he wanted, when in and palliative care to maximize ed States have the right to a The Florida high school across New York state. reality, none of us knew what the quality of remaining life. free public education, even shooting that left 17 dead These interim measures he really wanted. That experi- In fact, while representing if they are in this coun- is merely the tip of the need to be tried, while ence taught me not only the more than 13 percent of our try illegally. They still have iceberg. It must be the last more permanent solutions importance of these discus- nation’s population, according the fundamental right to go incident. thought out. The stakes sions, but also how much of to U.S. Census data, but yet we to public school. Moreover, The city, state and fed- are too high not to do so. a need there is for us to start account for only 8 percent of our Constitution requires eral governments have the Note: Albert Baldeo is planning early, before a time hospice users. that all kids be given equal duty to protect our kids, a civil rights activist and of crisis. Unlike many of the other educational opportunities, including while in school. community advocate, and Unfortunately, African- disparities that impact the no matter what their race, Far too many children have his political efforts placed Americans are less likely to community, this is one we ethnic background, religion, been murdered and bullied previously ignored com- complete advance directives or actually have some control or sex, or whether they are in our schools throughout munities on the political have conversations with our over. It starts with having a rich or poor, citizen or non- the United States. Funding and economic map. As the families and healthcare provid- conversation. Unfortunately citizen. for this basic protection president of the Baldeo ers about our end-of-life care too many of us are not having Mass public shootings must be found from the Foundation and Queens goals, preference and values, discussions. In fact, 20 percent are on the rise, and schools taxes we collectively pay. Justice Center, he has con- according to a 2014 report in of African-Americans have not are the most vulnerable tar- This is not the time for tinued to fight for equal the American Journal of Pre- talked to anyone about end-of- gets. Dogma and litigation bickering, grandstand- rights, dignity, justice and ventive Medicine. It is criti- life care, according to research concerning Second Amend- ing and partisanship. It is inclusion in the decision cal that our community begin conducted by the Duke Divin- ment rights and the pro- time for our leaders to rally making process. He can focusing on advance care plan- ity School and the National liferation of arguments for together to protect our be contacted at the Bal- Continued on Page 14 and against by influential children’s lives. We can no deo Foundation: AlBald- and vested interests should longer measure the costs of [email protected] or (718) 529- not delay further protec- our children’s lives in dol- 2300.

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“They messed with the wrong ones,” an alum of Flor- ida’s Marjory Stoneman Doug- Inside Life las High School said recently during a fundraising event By Vinette K. Pryce held here for the victims of the shooting that left 17 dead. Vowing to change or revise stration she is mobilizing with gun shows and also reprimand a conversation about gun a delegation from New York and penalize enablers, students control, the fired up patron to convince Congress of the are also meeting in towns, cit- joined graduates of the Park- urgency of their action. ies and states to use the date land community institution to No one had ever issued such to convince the president of raise moneys and also endorse a declaration – not after mass the United States to rebuke a March 14 national student killings of 49 party-goers to the NRA and spare the nation’s walkout at schools but mostly a gay night club in Orlando, children. to promote the March For Our Florida, 58 country music lov- Emma Gonzalez, a current Lives protest rally slated to be ers in Las Vegas, nine, Blacks student at the southern institu- held in Washington D.C. on worshippers at a Charleston tion captured worldwide atten- March 24. South Carolina Church, 20 tion when she called for a pub- Angered after 19-year- first graders and six adults lic student protest. Addressing old Nikolas Cruz, a troubled in Sandy Hook, Connecticut, a crowd, she delivered a power- former student at the school 15 high school-aged students ful speech assailing President High school students Mia Arrington, center, 18, of West confessed to assassinating at Columbine, Colorado, 32 Donald Trump. She accused End, and Cheyenne Springette, right, 17, of Mt. Oliver, lead his former schoolmates and a students and faculty at Vir- him of accepting hefty multi- chants as they march down Liberty Avenue during a walk- coach using a legally-purchased ginia Polytechnic and all the million-dollar donations from out in solidarity with other high schools across the country AR-15 semi-automatic rifle she tragedies that have shamed the gun lobby to fund his cam- to show support for Parkland, Fla, students on Wednesday, expressed determination to the most boastful country for paign. Feb. 21, 2018, in downtown Pittsburgh. wage war against the National being the leader of the free Like her like-minded New Stephanie Strasburg / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette via Associated Press Rifle Association, elected offi- world, the most powerful and York sympathizer, she too cials, and supporters of the sale most Democratic. promised to strive to make her of assault weapons. Issuing an ultimatum to school the location for “the last join a conversation about gun side of this,” she said. Ready to join half a mil- detractors of a campaign to end mass shooting.” control. In addition to challenging lion students and supporters of random shooting, the make In making the vow, the “We want to give them the President Trump, Gonzalez the national anti-gun demon- and sale of assault weapons at 18-year-old urged politicians to opportunity to be on the right Continued on Page 14

       



    
  

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That’s a fact. political help from pro- The actor and his No other developed gun groups, has since wife pledged to donate nation comes close to the posted on social media $500,000 to the cause. rate of US gun violence. that he would participate “Amal and I are so Americans own an esti- in the protest. inspired by the courage mated 265 million guns, Singling out links and eloquence of these more than one gun for between politicians and young men and women every adult. the powerful gun advoca- from Stoneman Douglas Reportedly, Americans cy organization, Cameron High School,” Clooney are more likely to die from Kasky another student said in a statement. gun violence than many said any politician “who “Our family will be there leading causes of death is taking money from on March 24 to stand side combined tallying approx- the NRA is responsible by side with this incred- imately 11,000 people in for events like this” and ible generation of young the US killed in firearm should be held account- people from all over the assaults each year. able. country, and in the name “Studies indicate that They are “fostering of our children Ella and the rate at which public and promoting this gun Alexander, we’re donating mass shootings occur culture,” Kasky added. 500,000 dollars to help pay has tripled since 2011. The students seek “a new for this groundbreaking Between 1982 and 2011, normal where there’s a event. Our children’s lives a mass shooting occurred badge of shame on any depend on it.” roughly once every 200 politician who’s accepting Movie director Steven days. However, between money from the NRA.” Spielberg did the same 2011 and 2014 that rate has The fact white with film producer and accelerated greatly with at supremacists have been Jeffrey Katzenberg, former least one mass shooting waging war against indi- CEO of DreamWorks Ani- occurring every 64 days in viduals and groups they mation matching that the United States.” hate and feel compelled to amount. 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BQ Caribbean Life, Mar. 02–Mar. 08, 2018 19 THE CARIBBEAN BUSINESS REPORT Media runner: Empress Lanice’s entrpreneurial spirit

By Alexandra Simon (https://www.bricartsmedia.org/ A Crown Heights entrepre- events-performances/vote-b-free- neur is making big moves in awards-peoples-choice-2018) her industry. Public relations For season two, Chalmers director Jessica Lanice Chalm- retired her on-camera involve- ers, who goes by the name ment with the show, added two Empress Lanice is the founder new hosts, and will now work of Tha L. Spot productions, a behind the scenes with produc- public relations and market- tion. With more time to focus on ing agency. Now the 28-year- other projects, she followed that old who is of Monserratian up by furthering her brand with descent, is pursuing more the recent launch of Tha L. Spot lanes in her career path with magazine. her television show, and the The monthly print and digital launch of her own magazine. magazine brings content usu- Chalmers studied at Hofstra ally available on its website, and University in Long Island. But makes them accessible to read- she first dabbled in public rela- ers who are not up-to-date with tions as a student at the Bor- what is posted online. She adds ough of Manhattan Communi- that this verge will help her stay ty College. She excelled in her on track with her readers and publicity courses and realized other projects such as her annual it was her forte because she fall concert at the Roulette in found much enjoyment in the Boerum Hill. field, she said. Chalmers said that despite “I loved writing the press becoming a self-sufficient entre- releases and reaching out to preneur, she was not always the media — that’s why I spe- certain about the direction her cialized in media because I career would go and she advises love telling my clients’ stories other young people in her genera- and hoping to get them place- tion to never think there is a time ment,” said Chalmers. “I used limit on reaching your goals. to go on press runs making “To be honest, I didn’t see sure I was getting clients as myself doing this in college and much publicity as I could posi- Entrepreneur Jessica Lanice Chalmers, who goes by the name Empress Lanice, runs her high school. I took a year off tion.” own public relations agency, co-created a television show, and now runs a a digital and after high school and delved into After graduating, she was print magazine. Omar ‘DaJeaniusCeo’ Thomas real world. It wasn’t then that I inspired to start her own com- knew what I wanted to do,” said pany, Tha L. Spot, to represent Chalmers. the artists and entertainers es topics catering to young ers says a lot of viewers were of feedback I’ve been getting “It’s never too late to pursue she liked working with. New Yorkers. It debuted last happy to discover her show and from people is that they enjoy something especially when it’s a But another big venture year, with Chalmers and two instantly became big fans. these conversations,” she said. long term passion, but now I’m aside from her company was friends as hosts, and is cur- “People really love the con- Now it is up for Bric’s peo- doing my own thing and I didn’t co-creating the millennial- rently on its second season. cept and the various subjects ple’s choice B Free Awards , have the confidence then, that I centric talk show that discuss- In its first season, Chalm- that we talk about, and a lot which ends voting on March 24. have today.”

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BQ Caribbean Life, Mar. 02–Mar. 08, 2018 21 Centenarian Mitchie James still going strong

By Nelson A. King Until a few months ago, James attributed his lon- Many may assume that an James said he “used to go to gevity to a number of factors individual who lives to attain the kitchen to cook, got up in — genetic, eating habits and the “full and ripe” age of 100 the morning and do my own lifestyle. would likely be feeble, bed-rid- coffee,” but added that Hazel Though his mother, Adina den and / or has lost most of [Morris], an employee at near- James, passed when he was only his / her faculties. Well, Mitch- by Kingsbrook Jewish Medical five months old – he was raised inson “Mitchie” Maurice James Center, has forbidden him from by his elder sister, Eulyn James is the opposite. cooking or making his own – James said his father, Weston The Vincentian-born, retired coffee. James, went to the Great Beyond sergeant in the Royal St. Vin- James, who resides with in his 90s. cent and the Grenadines Police Hazel, was the toast of a gala James said most of his siblings Force (RSVGPF), who turned birthday celebration, at the — five brothers and two sisters 100 on Jan. 27, is alert as ever Friends of Crown Heights — died in their 90s, as well. — still relatively active — and Educational Center, when he As a boy growing up in the has no medical complications turned 100, on Jan. 27. interior village of South Rivers whatsoever. He said relatives and friends in the North Central Windward “I’m glad to reach 100 came from afar for the event — constituency in St. Vincent and and have my children, great Toronto, Canada; London, Eng- the Grenadines, James said he grand-children, grand-children land; Philadelphia, Pa; Long Is; was very active in sports, par- around to celebrate this mile- St. Vincent and the Grenadines, ticularly cricket. He was a mid- stone,” said “Uncle Mitchie,” among other places. dle order batsman and leg-spin as he is affectionately called Another daughter, Gail bowler. by relatives and friends, in a James-Davis, a retired vice James said he continued those Caribbean Life interview at his dean at the St. Vincent and roles during his 22-year career in home in East Flatbush, Brook- the Grenadines Community the RSVGPF. lyn. College Technical Division, He said river fish – suck stone “My daughter [Hazel] does trekked from home for the (sucker), mullet, macock, cray the cooking and everything,” grand celebration. fish, among others — and root he added. “She washes my “It’s special, it’s extraordi- and other vegetables sustained clothes; and, when the others nary,” said James-Davis. “Not him, and many others in the [children] come from St. Vin- many people are so privileged small village, as a youth. cent and the Grenadines, they [to reach 100 years]. It’s an “In those days, we had lots of Mitchinson “Uncle Mitchie” James fl anked by his daughter, do it [help out with cooking awesome milestone, and we breadfruit, bananas and river fish Gail, (right) and great-niece Daphne James, a registered and other chores].” thank God for that blessing.” [to eat],” he said. nurse. Photo by Nelson A. King >@=AB/B313OW\TcZc`W\ObW]\-3`SQbWZSRgaTc\QbW]\- ESacQQSaaTcZZgRWOU\]aSb`SOb( >@=AB/B31/<13@ @SQSWdS3TTSQbWdSB`SOb[S\b 3fO[W\S/ZbS`\ObWdSa 3<:/@532>@=AB/B3 ’3f^S`WS\QSRB]^1ZOaa @SRcQS0ObV`]][B`W^aW\ eSSY C`]Z]UWaba=\Q]Z]UWab /ZZSdWObS=bVS`Ag[^b][a ’AO[S2Og7\]T¿QS 2WOU\]abWQ@ORW]Z]Ug 7;>=B3<13 ’:OPBSabaeWbV @SUOW\4W`[3`SQbWZS4c\QbW]\ 7[[SRWObS@SacZba 3f^Z]`S7\\]dObWdS=^bW]\a /[S`WQO¸aB]^C`]Z]UWabaAW\QS '’=^S\%2Oga/ESSY’/ZZ;OX]`7\ac`O\QSa/QQS^bSR SM PATIENTS’ 0@==9:G<( $! 3 "bVAb`SSb

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By Alexandra Simon The sole Caribbean country represented in a premier robotic competition advanced in a qual- ifiers contest two weekends ago. The boys of Jamaica College moved forth in the First Tech Challenge (FTC) qualifiers on Feb. 16–17, and won first place award in the finals — the East Super-Regional Championship Tournament on Feb. 25. The group of 11 students and a team of three advisors took on the competition, entering two robots in the two-day qualifier — The Blue Bots and The Grif- fins. The latter robot won a sec- One of the team’s robots ond place finalist alliance cap- used in the competition. tain award, and the first place Jamaica College Old Boys Association Next round: Students from Jamaica College do Usian Bolt’s signature pose after moving award at the championship, and forward in the FTC Qualifi ers robot competition two weeks ago. the team could not be happier, Jamaica College Old Boys Association said the president of the school’s sity, the boys made due with New York-based alumni group. limited resources to enter in “They are elated. When they a competition the school has up with the idea, but we don’t thinking involved. The robots April. With major support from saw what the robot was able competed in for more than a have the budget like other we have are not the most high- Jamaican leaders back home, to do and doing it in a compe- decade, and breeze through. As major schools, so the kids really powered but their functionality Bennett said the team was con- tition for the first time — it part of the competition’s judg- improvised this year,” said Ben- is reflective of the hard work,” fident. was a really exciting accom- ing, evaluators also look at the nett. added Bennett. “They are really inspired by plishment,” said Carl Bennett handbook to using each respec- The kids instead used other The team will compete again this movement in Jamaica — of the Jamaica College Old Boys tive teams robot. objects to complete their robots, in the Super Regionals at the the former prime minister and Association of New York. “It was “Every team has to present such as using an umbrella metal University of Scranton in Penn- some members of the govern- fantastic and they are certainly their engineering book on how to substitute an arm, and other sylvania on March 16-18, and if ment and ambassadors, are all proud of themselves.” their robot was designed, what household items for buttons. they advance they will move on sending them congratulatory He adds that even with adver- it can do, and how they came “There was a lot of creative to the World Championship in support,” said Bennett.

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By Vinette K. Pryce 36 March 11, 1981. highlights his incredible A monument to Robert Nesta His 73rd birthday was music.” Marley has been approved by marked on Feb. 6 by numerous “We are thrilled to work the Marley family and will be concerts in Jamaica and cities with Kenya Barris and David erected in Zimbabwe, the only throughout the world. Blackman on this project as African nation he performed Also making news is the Feb. well as a Fox Animation who during his brief lifetime. 6 birth date announcement gave us this platform to intro- Reportedly permission was that a new film described as duce a new generation to my granted by the Marley estate to “an animated musical love let- father’s music.” erect a statue in honor of the ter to Marley is in the works. Now in its development singer, musician and cultural According to a press release, stages, the film is still untitled icon acclaimed to be the first the animated film will feature but will be released in collabo- Third World superstar. many of the reggae icon’s ration with Universal Music Marley performed at Zim- music and will be written and Group’s Polygram Entertain- babwe’s independence celebra- produced by Kenya Barris, ment and Twentieth Century tions in 1980 when Robert acclaimed for the hit television Fox Animation. Mugabe replaced the all-white show “Black-ish” and the box- “As we continue to ramp governance that ruled for gen- office movie “Girls Trip.” Jamaican Reggae singer Bob Marley performs on stage up and diversify our slate of eration. during a concert in Bourget, Paris, on July 3, 1980. The project is being written films at Fox Animation, we Prior to his arrival and per- Associated Press / Str, File and produced by Barris and are thrilled to be working with formance, the Rastafarian intended to be “an animated Cedella Marley, Kenya Bar- icon 1978 and in honor of the musical love letter to Marley’s ris and Polygram Entertain- long struggle to self-rule by The statue whose design is Prinsloo and Ruhan Janse Van legendary music and to the ment on this project,” Andrea the Southern African nation still not decided will be placed Vuuren. The pair also created people of Jamaica.” Miloro and Robert Baird, co- composed a song called “Zim- at the Rufaro stadium in the a Nelson Mandela statue which Producer of the film include presidents of Fox said. babwe.” capital city of Harare where is located at the Parliament- Cedella Marley, the eldest “In doing so, we not only “Natty dread inna Zimba- Marley performed.. Union Buildings in Pretoria, daughter of Bob and Rita Mar- have the opportunity to build bwe” chorused an anthemic According to an article in South Africa. ley. new relationships for the stu- reggae hit which was report- Africa News, the statue will be Allegedly, before construc- “My father has inspired art dio, but we get to tell a story, edly echoed during the war bronze, eight meters and con- tion the Marley estate will and artists around the world inspired by the music of Bob by soldiers who fought against structed and sculpted by two have to approve the plans. and I’m excited to embark on Marley, one of the greatest British colonial rule. South African artists, Andre Marley died of cancer at age a new creative venture that music legends of our time.” 24 Caribbean Life, Mar. 02–Mar. 08, 2018 BQ ATTORNEY SE HABLA ESPAÑOL ACCIDENT VICTIMS !54/!##)$%.43s42)0!.$&!,,3s#/.3425#4)/.).*52)%3 &2%%#/.35,4!4)/.s.O&EE5NLESS3UCCESSFUL Our Lawyers Will Come To You! Home, Office or Hospital Visits Available At No Charge CONSTRUCTION ACCIDENTS PERSONAL INJURY 3TAIRWAYSs,ADDERSs3CAFFOLDS RECENT RESULTS OBTAINED FOR OUR CLIENTS s%LEVATOR%SCALATORs)NJURIES"URNS s  SETTLEMENTFORAWOMANWHO s)MPROPER3ECURITYs-ACHINE!CCIDENTS SUFFEREDSEVEREINJURIESWHENSHEWASSTRUCK s7ORKERS#OMP BYANOILTRUCK !UTO!CCIDENTSs4RUCK!CCIDENTS Bus, Train, & Subway Accidents s  VERDICTFORAWOMANINJUREDWHEN .O &AULT#ASESs3PINE.ECK)NJURIES THECEILINGINHERAPARTMENTCOLLAPSEDONHER 3LIP&ALLs7ILLS2EAL%STATE s VERDICTFORALABORERINJUREDWHILE s$EFECTIVE0RODUCTS WORKINGONASIXSTORYROOF s,EAD0OISONINGs3CHOOLS0LAYGROUNDS s SETTLEMENTFORAWOMANINJURED s$OG"ITES ATTEMPTINGTOEXITANIMPROPERLYSTOPPEDBUS

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By Nelson A. King learn from former presidents, participating youths, as well Kings County Hospital key administration officials, as their families, KCH said. (KCH) in Brooklyn says Dr. respected scholars and aca- It said Dr. Gore contin- Robert Gore, a physician in demics. uously seeks new ways to the Emergency Department “I feel fortunate to be able build the program, “and his (ED) has been named to the to participate in the Presiden- appointment to the Presiden- 2018 the Presidential Lead- tial Leadership Scholars Pro- tial Leadership Scholars Pro- ership Scholars Program, gram and represent the Kings gram is expected to provide a partnership between the Against Violence Initiative new ways to build on suc- presidential centers of George and NYC Health + Hospitals/ cesses already achieved.” W. Bush, William J. Clinton, Kings County,” said Dr. Gore. “We congratulate Dr. Gore George H.W. Bush. “This is a great opportunity on his acceptance into this The hospital said Dr. Gore to rewrite the narrative on elite program,” said KCH was selected by the pres- youth violence and promote chief executive officer Shel- tigious leadership train- social change while working don P. McLeod. “His steadfast ing program for developing with thought leaders from commitment to cultivating and implementing the Kings across the country, including the growth and spirit of the Against Violence Initiative past presidents.” youth in our community is (KAVI), a youth violence pre- In addition to his roles at commendable. vention program. KCH, Dr. Gore, a Brooklyn “Under his stewardship, The Presidential Leader- native, serves as an assistant the Kings Against Violence ship Scholars Program was clinical professor of emergen- Initiative has provided a designed to cultivate a diverse cy medicine at SUNY Down- nurturing environment that network of leaders who are state. promotes a positive outlook Dr. Robert Gore. Kings County Hospital capable of addressing our Founded in 2011, the Kings and engages our youth in nation’s most pressing chal- Against Violence Initiative activities that help them to lenges, KCH said. provides participating youths thrive and become produc- mission to enrich the lives leading the Kings Against Vio- Over the course of six with academic support, men- tive adults,” he added. “NYC and health of the youth and lence Initiative. Most recently, months, it said the executive- toring, and the development Health + Hospitals/Kings families in our communi- in 2017, he received the Dis- style education series pro- of advocacy skills. County will continue our tra- ties.” tinguished Community Serv- vides mid-career profession- The program also engages dition of standing with Dr. KCH said this is not the first ice Award from the United als with the opportunity to adults to assist in support of Gore to support KAVI and its recognition for Dr. Gore’s work Hospital Fund. Grenada main opposition party ready for March 13 election

By Nelson A. King Burke added. issues that need government’s words — but through deeds, In an odd twist of fate, this The main opposition National “Our champions in St. Patrick, immediate attention,” Burke by listening to the people and year’s parliamentary elections Democratic Congress (NDC) in Joseph Andall and Cecilia Ann said “It’s no longer time to wait taking your ideas and opinions will not include a candidate from Grenada say it has nominated John, will work to bring devel- or make excuses; it’s time to into account,” Burke continued. the minority Good Ole Democ- “capable, serious, independent- opment and make sure there vote... for an NDC team that puts “I invite the public to comment racy, or GOD, at the polls. The minded” candidates in all 15 are proper health services in the people first.” on our Facebook page with your last time this has happened was constituencies for the March 13 area,” he continued. “Our team He said the 2018 campaign ideas. It could be ideas on how to in 1984, according to telesur. general elections. for St. Andrew’s — Phillip Alex- manifesto is about ideas and create jobs and opportunity - or Justin “Crow” McBurnie, The NDC said the “team of ander, Terry Hillaire, Sylvester vision for creating jobs and ideas to improve the healthcare leader of the GOD, said this is professionals” are committed to Quarless and Patrick Simmons opportunities for “our people crisis we have in Grenada; or, not the end of his political career “putting people first. - will make sure that Grenville and for improving healthcare. ideas related to any other issue “because Grenadians will still “Our team is a combination and the surroundings aren’t “The NDC is inviting the pub- facing the people. I look forward like to see me as prime minister of experience and youthfulness forgotten, and that the parish lic — for the first time in Carib- to hearing from you online.” of this country,” telesur said. — new ideas and veteran wis- becomes a true jobs engine — bean history — to contribute Forty-five candidates have In Grenada, elections are dom,” said NDC Leader V. Nazim creating opportunities for young substantively to the development been nominated for Grenada’s won based on the number of Burke in a statement. “The men people in those areas. of positive plans and ideas for parliamentary elections, slat- constituencies secured rather and women who have joined our In St. Mark, Burke said Jer- the country,” Burke said, dis- ed for March 13, it has been than the sum total of popular team come from all walks of life ome Thomas is an “independent- closing that there is a comment announced. votes. Prime Minister Mitchell - business, agriculture, govern- minded voice of the community, string open on the NDC’s Face- Most of the candidates are is confident that his NNP will ment service, trade unions and and in the Town of St. George, book page, where Grenadians are in one of two political camps, be re-elected for a second, five- academia. They are united in Claudette Joseph is from the area invited to share their positive the first being the incumbent year term. the belief that we need to create and cares deeply for the people. policy ideas. New National Party; the second It’s not clear why Mitchell more jobs and opportunities for “And, in St. George South and “We believe in listening to the is the NDC. The NNP has also scheduled the general election our people.” St. David, Ray Roberts and Adri- people because we are a party nominated 15 candidates for the for March 13, the date holds “From our 20-something an Thomas know that job crea- that puts people first,” he added. general elections. a very special meaning to year old candidates like Tevin tion isn’t enough — that we have “This is the first time in the Five minority parties — Gre- islanders, telesur said. On that Andrews and Ali Dowden with to build an opportunity society history of the Caribbean that nada Empowerment Movement; day, in 1979, Maurice Bishop- plenty of new ideas and energy where everyone has a chance a political party is using the Progressive Party; Grenada led members of the New Jewel to wise veterans like Dr. George to succeed,” the NDC leader Internet to invite the public to Reconnaissance Party; Liberal Movement (NJM,) in a blood- Vincent and Franka Bernardine said, stating that the campaign share their ideas and vision for Party; and the Grenada Progres- less revolution, which over- who have the experience neces- is engaged, and is about four consideration to become part of sive Movement — are also vying threw former Prime Minister sary to ensure they’re ready on things: jobs, healthcare, lower a political party’s platform. for seats in the forthcoming poll, Sir Eric Gairy. 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any schools are imposing strict restrictions on there may be restrictions on students under the legal ing procedures. Alcohol-related crashes are one of the prom attendance. While administrators cite adult age bringing someone older to the dance. leading causes of death come prom time. Also, alcohol Msafety as the primary reason for such restric- is said to reduce people’s inhibitions, which can increase tions, many graduating students are not happy with the WARDROBE risky behavior, such as having unprotected sex. babying behavior. Many young men and women may be following the Students who attended the Saratoga Springs High For most prom-goers, the rituals for this special night fashion trends currently dictated by Hollywood and School Prom in 2011 had to submit to an alcohol screen- include formal wardrobe, taking photos, riding together beyond, not all choices may be acceptable at school. In ing to prove they had not been drinking before enter- with friends, and the purchase of corsages or other small 2010, more than a dozen students at Oxford High School ing the prom. Passive alcohol sensors as well as coat and trinkets of aff ection. But many students now fi nd they in Alabama were disciplined for dress code violations bag checks were used prior to and during the dance to have to go through a checklist of potential don’ts before thanks to their choices in prom gowns. detect alcohol consumption. Th e school stated that the they can receive entry to the prom. Students may fi nd dress code policies prohibit dresses policy was put in place after two students were hospital- that are above the knee, ones that show cleavage below ized and 21 were disciplined after engaging in underage AGE LIMITS the breastbone, or materials that are sheer or too reveal- drinking at a prior dance. Age limits are imposed on many things, including en- ing. Depending on the school, there also may be limits Th ese are not the only restrictions some schools try to movies and clubs, to purchase alcohol or tobacco as to what girls and guys are allowed to wear, such as implement. Across the country, dates have been banned products, and to obtain driver’s licenses, to name a few. no tuxedos or suits for the girls and no dresses for the after criminal background checks turn up past misde- Such restrictions have, in many cases, been put in place guys. meanors. Some schools require parents prescreen poten- to keep young people from engaging in risky behavior. Schools that impose a dress code may mail home ad- tial not-from-the-school dates, or these students must Students going to the prom may fi nd that their school visements of the policy, or it may be up to the students to be vouched for by their own principals. places restrictions on who they can they bring as a date, fi nd out the restrictions from administration. Some students and parents say that these restric- especially according to age. Many schools set a cut-off tions are benefi cial for the safety of the classmates. Oth- where individuals age 21 or older are not allowed to at- ALCOHOL SCREENING ers argue it is a violation of personal rights. However, if tend. Th is is likely because it limits the chances of alcohol In an eff ort to prevent drunk driving injuries and fa- the students don’t agree with the policies, he has every being introduced into the dance. Also, for legal reasons, talities, some schools have implemented alcohol screen- right not to attend the prom.

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ost young women looking forward to prom or their Sweet 16 party are most excited M about the chance to dress up and have their hair and makeup done. However, it can be difficult to be the life of the party or have fun at special events when uncomfortable footwear spoils the day. For centuries, women have been renowned for the fashions they wear on their feet. But such fash- ion often comes with a steep price: pain. In fact, in ancient Chinese tradition, it was customary for girls’ feet to be bound to inhibit the growth of feet and show off impossibly small shoe creations. The ideal length for a bound foot was roughly three inches. These small feet were seen as desirable and generally guaranteed a successful, wealthy hus- band. Most women do not subject themselves to this sort of foot manipulations today, but there are plenty who squeeze into uncomfortable shoes in an effort to look taller, more elongated, or beau- tiful. Though uncomfortable footwear might be bearable for short periods of time, when hours are spent standing or dancing, uncomfortable shoes can prove torturous. To avoid pain during your special day, choose shoes that will marry comfort with beauty. Here are some considerations: Grab a platform. Instead of stiletto heels, con- sider shoes that add height by way of a platform heel. The flat sole will mimic walking in flat shoes, but the platform will offer the desired height. Go shorter. Choose a shorter dress that works well with flats or low heels. Many women gravi- tate toward high heels when wearing floor-length gowns to avoid hemming the dress or to make it easier to maneuver around without the bottom of the gown puddling on the floor. When that obsta- cle is removed by way of a shorter dress, it opens up the possibilities for lower-profile shoes. Think about wearing flashy flip-flops or sandals. There are many sandal styles that have been made more glamorous by way of rhinestones designs that feature flexible, lightweight soles and Pack a first-aid kit for your feet. To allevi- and other embellishments. These can look just as for adding padding to the shoes to cradle the feet. ate aches and pains, create an emergency kit with beautiful as other styles and be more comfort- Other shoes can be enhanced with gel inserts and bandages, moleskin, a topical anesthetic, and even able for dancing. Plus, they’ll enable the feet to other custom orthotics. soothing foot powder to revive feet plagued by breathe. Bring a spare pair of shoes. Different brands pain or blisters. Strive for comfort. If you must wear heels, now offer foldable flat ballet shoes that can be Uncomfortable shoes can put a damper on prom spend a little more and select a brand known for stowed in a purse or bag and thrown on in a pinch and Sweet 16 festivities. Choosing comfortable emphasizing comfort in its designs. Many manu- — especially when the pinch comes by way of un- shoes can mean the difference between having a facturers are well-known for creating comfortable comfortable heels. good time or ending the evening early.

36 Caribbean Life, Mar. 02–Mar. 08, 2018 BQ BEST FACE FORWARD

Use liquid liner for dramatic eyes. Liquid eye- liner will last longer and provide a smoother applica- When it’s your big day, it pays to give your tion than pencil products. Practice before the party to solidify your application technique. Skip tanning. Use a bronzer or self-tanner for a beauty routine some extra special attention safer and more controllable color. You want to look sun-kissed and not lobster red on prom night. When or most young women, the most exciting part of makeup last as long as possible. Several hours will applying bronzer, sweep it across the hollow of your prom and Sweet 16 parties may be the first op- pass between the moment you apply makeup and the cheeks. Dab some on your temples, your hairline, F portunity to embrace high fashion and pamper last good-bye of the night. Ensure your makeup stays along the sides of your nose, under your jawline and themselves. Naturally, there may be some questions as put by applying a base primer. An eye primer helps on your neck. to how to put a best face forward for an occasion that keep eye makeup from caking or wearing off. Matte makeup is better for photos. Matte will have all eyes on these teens. Go waterproof. Use waterproof or water-resistant makeup generally looks better in photography than If you are getting ready to party with your friends, mascara and stay-put lipstick. This way your makeup frosted colors, especially when the flashes will be go- here are several quick and easy tips for beauty suc- will remain flawless through all the happy tears and ing rapid-fire. cess: hugs shared with your friends. Compliment your eye color. Don’t match your Moisturize and treat blemishes to get skin Match your foundation carefully. Many women eye shadow to your gown or eyes. Use colors that will looking its best. Start a skincare regimen several make the mistake of choosing a foundation color that naturally bring out the hue of your eyes. Blue eyes are weeks before the big event to get your skin in shape doesn’t quite blend with their skin. This can create a brightened by shades of chocolate or taupe. Brown and looking beautiful. Exfoliation with a mild product visible line of demarcation at the jawline or hairline. eyes can be enhanced with shades of navy and sap- will release dead skin cells and enable makeup to bet- Now may be the time to visit your favorite beauty phire. Green or hazel eyes will be complemented by ter adhere to your face. counter and ask a cosmetic salesperson for help to find eggplants and burgundy. Simple is often best. Rather than trying out a the right match. Blend the foundation down the neck Smoky eyes need not be black or gray. Create trendy style or something that is bold, keep makeup so that your face will not be a different color from the smoky effect with the shadow and liner colors that choices simple. This way when you look back on photos your body when wearing a strapless gown. complement your eye color. in years to come your look will always seem timeless. Try a tinted moisturizer. Those who have a nat- Touch up shiny spots. Keep oil blotting tissues in Balance colors on your face. If you will be going urally flawless complexion and want a dewy look to your purse to keep shine at bay. for dark eyes, keep lips bare or with a soft gloss. Bold, their skin can choose a tinted moisturizer instead of Extend the beauty to nails and toes. Sparkle red lips pair well with simple eyes decked in a neutral a foundation. polishes and nail art appliques are ideal ways to dress color. Go for powdered products. Powder blusher and up nails for your moment in the spotlight. Glitter will Brighten or widen eyes. Using a shimmery white mineral powder foundation may last longer on skin, catch the light and will camouflage imperfections. powder in the corners of each eye will open up your especially when sweating on the dance floor. After Prom and Sweet 16 are times to explore all the eyes and make you appear more refreshed. makeup application, also dust the face with a translu- beauty options available and look beautiful on your Use primers. Primers are products that help make cent finishing powder to set everything. special night.

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BQ Caribbean Life, Mar. 02–Mar. 08, 2018 39 ELDERCARE TODAY Things to consider when building an in-law suite

erhaps thanks to a struggling econ- ing board, as some locales prohibit hav- omy and an unpredictable stock ing two complete kitchens in a single Pmarket that has resulted in many residence. retirement nest eggs being decimated, Tailor certain amenities to the el- more and more adult children are wel- derly. If your in-laws are older, install coming their aging parents into their certain amenities, such as grab bars in homes. Such living situations have led the shower and bathroom, during the to a growth in in-law suites. initial construction so you won’t have In-law suites are often created by to make changes down the road. Install converting a room in the house, such easy-open drawers and make sure the as the basement or even a garage, into suite has ample lighting. a livable suite. Such suites can benefi t Remember to install safety fea- elderly relatives who might have been tures. Safety features like fi re, smoke, dealt an unforeseen fi nancial blow. But and carbon monoxide detectors are a ne- in-law suites can also benefi t younger cessity. Make sure the alarms on each homeowners who want to see their par- of these detectors are loud enough so el- ents more. In addition, when older men derly men and women who have hearing and women move in with their adult Many seniors are moving in with their adult children to help care for grandkids and provide loss can hear them without issue. Make children, they can provide some neces- some relief from a sagging economy. sure all walkways leading to the in- sary relief from the escalating cost of law suite have motion-detecting lamps daycare. laws when making plans. Many in- relatives will initially feel as though at night to reduce risk of falling. Also, But before building an in-law suite in law suites are occupied by aging rela- they are invading your space and your if the suite will be a separate building their home, homeowners might want to tives who might not be able to get up and privacy, so be sure the suite affords ad- from your house, such as a converted heed the following tips: down stairs as easily as they used to. equate privacy to all members of the pool house or detached garage, install Be certain it is legal. Making That makes accessibility of the suite a household. It might be best to build the an intercom system that connects with changes to your home may require a top priority. Typically, it’s best to locate suite so it has its own separate entrance the main house so your relatives can permit, particularly if your in-law suite in-law suites on the fi rst fl oor, so rela- from the rest of the home. The suite easily reach you in case of emergency. will be an entirely new addition to your tives won’t fi nd it diffi cult to get in and should also have its own full bathroom In-law suites are becoming more pop- property and not just a strict room re- out of the suite. and, if possible, its own kitchen area so ular as a greater number of older adults model. Contact your local zoning board Don’t overlook privacy. Just be- your in-laws can cook for themselves are moving in with their adult children. to ensure the project is within your cause your parents or in-laws will be and entertain their own guests without Such suites can bring families closer to- rights as a homeowner. moving in doesn’t mean they don’t still feeling like a burden. A second kitchen gether and prove benefi cial for all par- Consider the health of your in- value their privacy. Chances are your is also something to discuss with a zon- ties involved. Five tips for Alzheimer’s caregivers

BY RIMAS JASIN AND JUDY ZANGWILL stages. Others may volunteer to help with caregiv- There are an estimated 425,000 caregivers in New ing. York City helping family members with Alzheim- er’s and other dementias. Get organized If you are an Alzheimer’s caregiver, we salute That means doing all you need to do to follow you for all you do. Here are fi ve tips to make a dif- the doctor’s plan of action, such as keeping a list of fi cult job a little easier: medications handy and keeping track of the family member’s dietary needs. Prepare a document list- Plan for the future ing all the important details so that friends, family During the early stages of the disease, it’s impor- members, or aides know what to do if they pitch in tant to make provisions for the later stages. This is as caregivers. Consider keeping a journal to docu- the best time to talk with your loved one about his ment your family member’s changes over time. or her wishes regarding medical care decisions and estate planning. The discussion may be diffi - Remember you’re not alone cult and emotionally fraught, but it will be helpful Support is available, and you don’t have to do in the long term. Start by working with your fam- all the caregiving by yourself. Presbyterian Se- ily member to draft documents known as advance nior Services and Sunnyside Community Services directives. are multi-service nonprofi t organizations in New One, known as a living will, outlines what kind York City that provide comprehensive services to of life-prolonging medical treatment the family Alzheimer’s caregivers, including respite services, When you’re caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s, it’s im- member will want to receive when he or she be- long-term care planning, peer support groups, portant to take care of yourself as well. comes terminally ill or permanently unconscious. counseling services, caregiver skills training, and Another, called a healthcare proxy, designates an- transportation for medical appointments and shop- other person to make health care decisions when ping. Social service agencies in cities and towns na- Give yourself credit for the tough the family member is no longer able to do so. The tionwide provide a range of support services. job you’re doing early stages of the disease is also the best time to Don’t discount the importance of your care- help your loved one with fi nancial planning, which Take care of yourself giver role. When you seek out help, don’t lose sight includes drafting a will and making sure that all Don’t neglect your own health while caring for of your role as a partner with the professionals in necessary insurance is in order. a family member; you can provide the best care providing care to your loved one. You are making a Also, during the early stages, talk with your only when you’re in good health yourself. That positive difference in the life of someone you love, family member’s doctor about a plan of action for means keeping your medical appointments, exer- and even if he or she can’t always express apprecia- medical care. This is also a good time to communi- cising, and maintaining a healthy diet. Recognize tion, know that you are a hero. cate with friends and more distant family members that caregiving is emotionally taxing, so take steps Rimas Jasin is the executive director of Presbyte- about your loved one’s diagnosis. Some may want to to avoid burnout: Take a break and make time for rian Senior Services. Judy Zangwill is the executive make plans to visit the loved one during the early yourself. Call a friend and go out on occasion. director of Sunnyside Community Services.

40 Caribbean Life, Mar. 02–Mar. 08, 2018 BQ ELDERCARE TODAY Opioid-addicted seniors are a serious problem

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Brooklyn Center for the Performing Arts at Brooklyn College continues its 2017-18 Kumble Theater season with jazz singer / songwriter Alicia Olatuja on Saturday, March 10, 2018 at 8 pm. Drawing from a wide range of musical influence including classical, R&B, soul, and gospel, this Brooklyn resi- dent brings her scintillating jazz styl- ings to Brooklyn’s Kumble Theater, including a preview of selections from her yet-to-be-released second album, CULTURAL Continued on Page 44 Peterkin’s photo exhibit SHOWCASE

Renowned photographer Lem Peter- Guyana Consul General Barbara Atherly (center) with Usha Raaghnath at her right and Phyllis Cort in a Mashramani-style parade. Photo by Tangerine Clarke kin staged an exhibit of his work dur- ing a Black History Month event on Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2018 at 320 Jay St. Guyana Consulate celebrates 48th Republic Anniversary in Brooklyn, New York. Peterkin who has been photograph- ing special events within the Black By Tangerine Clarke told a wide cross-section of the sisters in whatever way possible.” community for more than 50 years Barbara Atherly, consul general Diaspora, including Senator Rox- The diplomat then dramatized displayed his work and spoke of his life’s of Guyana to New York, told expa- anne Persaud, all who in unity, Cheryl Winter’s poem “Mashra- mission. He spoke about the history triates to be inspired by the vision paid tribute to their country mani” in Creolese. of the photographs and said that he of a united, democratic, and pros- which became a Republic on Feb. This made way for a colorful, was working tirelessly to organize and perous Guyana, during a magnifi- 23, 1970. exciting and unified evening of the complete an inventory of his massive cent, colorful 48th Republic Anni- Dressed in an African ensemble stirring African drums by Winston collection. versary celebration, on Thursday, to showcase one of the six peoples “Jaggae” Hoppy, Menes de Groit He thanked Justice Williams, Judge Feb. 23. of her heritage, GC Atherly made a and Akoyaw. The exhilarating Robin Shears, attorney Beverly Hadley, “Today, 48 years later, we as commitment to serve expatriates performances by Zaman’s Indian and Leah Richardson, co-chair, and Guyanese should honor the strug- in a professional manner through Expression of Unity in Diversity, also thanked Chairperson Supreme gles and sacrifices of past gen- several initiatives, stating, “We at and Kijama Lewis’ African Vibra- Court Justice Deborah A. Dowling for erations and resolve to build on the consulate stand ready to sup- tions, brought the audience to its her help. progress already achieved,” she port our Guyanese brothers and Continued on Page 44 Continued on Page 44

BQ Caribbean Life, Mar. 02–Mar. 08, 2018 43 MASHRAMANI Continued from Page 43 ta Bissessar, Aaliyah Kis- feet. hundat, Chandini Boodhoo, Expat Gail Nunes who Moneish Boodhoo and Shan- TOP 10 travelled from New Jersey, tel Giaridh, Dennis France enjoyed the Guyanese cul- Dean song — “We God Oil” SINGLES tural expressions of Chard- and Bedeyah’s “Poor Boy” — ell and Chadeary Park’s “Oh Guyana’s multiethnic spirit Beautiful Guyana,” and Mau- transcended into a phenom- Perfect rine Flores-Dilmohamed enal celebration. 1 Ed Sheeran and Theodore Dilmohamed Dr. Cheddi “Joey” Jagan’s Finesse Amerindian mosh — sym- reflection of his late father, 2 Bruno Mars & Cardi B bolic to Guyanese, whose former President of Guyana, roots Nunes said were plant- Dr. Cheddi Jagan, was well Havana ed in the soil called home, 3 received. Camila Cabello Feat. Young Thug and cannot be changed. “We Thanks to shared emceeing need each other,” she said. by Claire Patterson-Monah and New Rules Many like Nunes who Paula Walcott-Quintin, and the 4 Dua Lipa acknowledged that expats captive audience, the show was How Long are drawn even closer to brought to a crescendo with a 5 Charlie Puth each other at events such kaleidoscope of costumes from An indigenous kid doing his heritage dance on stage. as this — felt the diversi- Guyana’s vivacious six races of Photo by Tangerine Clarke Him & I 6 ty and unity — when Kish peoples. G-Eazy & Halsey Seunarine expressive poet The Mashramani danc- Lights Down Low “Do Not Stare At Me” by ing and waving of the Golden ments in a vote of thanks. DC1707 available. Donoars, 7 MAX Feat. gnash Martin Carter reverberated, Arrowhead flag in a celebration The consulate thanked the Edgar Henry, Carl Guillams. Mark Chung’s Reflection of togetherness and enjoyment Consul General of Trinidad Dave WI Products, Bakewell God’s Plan on Chinese Indentureship by all Guyanese wereheart- and Tobago, Keva Clarke, and Bakery Restaurant, Hibiscus 8 Drake in Guyana, and Verna Wal- warming. Rev. Helen John, Pandit Tillack Restaurant, Orrin Paradise cott White’s choreography “A taste of Guyana” recep- Seerattan, Mercedes Pierre and Caterers, Faith Leaders, Tony Bad At Love 9 “The Spirit of Guyana,” per- tion, followed. Khyume Khan for blessing the Sing, DJ Mark Campbell, Oswald Halsey formed by Victor Brown and The Republic Planning Com- proceedings. Bobb, Carl Anderson, Paintings, Let You Down Bobby Carter received loud mittee President Patricia Jor- It also thanked Trinidad and Yvonne Marcus-All Seasons Cre- 10 NF applause. dan-Langford, applauded the Tobago representative, A Capella ations, and Clive Powell. By far the most diverse group for the success of the Rkhty, for singing the national Costumes paraders: Brenda Republic celebration, as evi- event and acknowledged Guy- anthems of the United States Locke, Jonathan Usha Rag- dent by the vibrant chutney ana’s achievement. Beverly of America and Guyana, and nauth, Latisha Chester, and melody performed by Novi- McDonald echoed theses senti- Chuck Mohan for making venue Phyllis Cort. TOP 10 ALBUMS Louis, MO, Olatuja grew up immersed in a wide range of musical styles, including Black Panther: The Album Olatuja gospel, soul, jazz, and clas- 1 Soundtrack sical. These influences have Continued from Page 43 informed her artistic jour- The Greatest Showman 2 “Intuition: Songs from the ney, and she later gradu- Soundtrack Minds of Women.” ated with a Master’s degree Fifty Shades Freed Praised by The New York in Classical Voice/Opera 3 Soundtrack Times as “a singer with a from the Manhattan School strong and luscious tone and of Music. Of her classical Man Of The Woods an amiable regal presence studies, Alicia remarked 4 Justin Timberlake Justice Betty Williams, retired, Leah Richardson co-chair, on stage,” Olatuja has been in a 2017 interview with photographer Lem Peterkin, Justice Robin Shears and Attn astounding audiences with Hot House Jazz magazine, Sleepwalkers her exquisite vocals, artistic “When I started classical 5 Brian Fallon Beverly Hadley. Roderick Randall versatility, and captivating voice, I was really study- Crooked Shadows demeanor. She first came ing for a healthy foundation, 6 Dashboard Confessional into the national spotlight so I could sing whatever I Photo exhibit in 2013, performing as the wanted to sing. I had a huge Evidence featured soloist on the “Bat- appetite for variety in music, 7 Elevation Collective Continued from Page 43 tle Hymn of the Republic” and I just wanted to learn Historian Dr. Glenda R. Tay- Mary J. Taylor congratulated with the Brooklyn Tabernac- how to work my instrument. 2 Heartless lor and her mother, Mary J. Peterkin whom she said, “pro- le Choir at President Barack Falling in love with opera 8 Moneybagg Yo Taylor, both co-founders of the vides the most comprehensive Obama’s Second Inaugura- became a part of that proc- Always Ascending first virtual museum for the documentation of our history tion. GRAMMY®-winning ess. I always knew, though, 9 Franz Ferdinand preservation of African Ameri- since the late, James Van Der jazz artist Dianne Reeves that I would further pursue can Women’s history and cul- Zee (1886-1983).” The exhibit was so impressed with Olatu- my roots in gospel, jazz, and Little Dark Age 10 ture attended the event. She included photographs of eve- ja’s voice that she emailed soul music.” MGMT said when they learned of the ryone from President Barack pianist Billy Childs a link After appearing in numer- exhibit that they knew they Obama, Coretta Scott King, to the performance, writing, ous operatic and musical must attend. Over the years, Nelson Mandela, Al Sharpton, “You should hear this girl, theater productions, she Presented by they have watched Peterkin Governor Cuomo, Frankie she can really sing!” Short- started to perform more create an extensive portfolio of Crocker, Maya Angelou, Ken ly thereafter, she assembled regularly in gospel and jazz American history and culture, “Spider” Webb, Mayor David her own jazz-based ensemble concerts and worked with wireless specifically historical events Dinkins, Dick Gregory, Robert and recorded her first solo such esteemed artists as held in the Black community Guillaume, to Chris Rock and album, “Timeless” (2014). Chaka Khan, BeBe Winans, and the New York City area. Janet Jackson. Originally from St. and Christian McBride.

44 Caribbean Life, Mar. 02–Mar. 08, 2018 BQ Docu features footage of late Civil Rights icon

appreciate their appearance, he asks: “Who taught you to hate “Malcolm X: The Lost the way you look from the top Tapes” of your head to the bottom of Excellent (4 stars) your feet?” Unrated You might be surprised to Running time: 51 minutes know that Malcolm attended but Production Studio: 1895 did not speak at the historic Films March on Washington in 1963. Distributor: Smithsonian Here, he explains why he disa- Channel greed with Dr. Martin Luther King’s non-violent philosophy. “There is nothing in the Koran that teaches us to suffer peace- By Kam Williams fully. If someone puts his hands Malcolm X (1925-1965) is on you, send him to the cem- best remembered as the char- etery!” ismatic spokesperson for the He also attempts to convert Nation of Islam whose fiery black military veterans to his speeches helped the Black Mus- cause by declaring that if they lims’ ranks swell from 6,000 to were willing to die overseas 75,000 between 1956 and 1961. Black Nationalist leader, Malcolm X, is pictured at a 1963 rally at Lennox Avenue and 115th fighting to save Europeans from However, he fell out of favor St. in the Harlem section of New York in a 1963 fi le photo. Louis Farrakhan, chief minister of Hitler, they ought to be just as with the sect’s founder, Elijah the Nation of Islam’s Boston mosque, is at the far right. Associated Press / Robert Haggins, File eager to shed blood to liber- Muhammad, soon after making ate their own people. Suggest- his pilgrimage to Mecca. ing that it was silly to wait for While there, Malcolm prayed devils created in a lab 6,600 he was assassinated by three for the welfare of all African- segregationist Congressmen to alongside Muslims of every hue years ago by a rogue scientist members of the Fruit of Islam, Americans. end Jim Crow, Malcolm sum- who treated him like a brother. called Yakub. the paramilitary wing of the For instance, in one snippet, marizes with a clarion call for Consequently, upon returning Since that claptrap was a core Nation of Islam. he says: “We’re not brutalized “freedom, justice and equality to the States, he announced that belief upon which the Nation “Malcolm X: The Lost Tapes” because we’re Muslims, Bap- by any means necessary.” he could no longer ascribe to of Islam was founded, Malcolm revisits the late icon’s abbrevi- tists or Catholics, but because An intriguing contribution to one of his sect’s basic tenets, found himself marked for death ated career. The film features we’re black people living in the the enduring legacy of a com- namely, that white people were for his blasphemous change of found footage illustrating the United States.” Then, attempt- mon street pimp-turned-revolu- a genetically-engineered race of heart. And less than a year later, late civil rights leader’s concern ing to inspire his followers to tionary Muslim firebrand.

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West Indies’ Stafanie Taylor plays a shot during their ICC Women’s Twenty20 Cricket World Cup semifi - nal match against Australia in Dhaka, Bangladesh, Thursday, April 3, 2014. Associated Press / Aijaz Rahi, fi le Windies women squad

By Azad Ali Cricket West Indies (CWI) selectors have named the women’s squad for the upcoming tour to New Zealand from March 4 to 25. CRICKET The squad will be led by Jamaican Stafanie Taylor with off-spinner Anisa Mohammed as vice-captain. The Windies will play three One-Day Internationals and five Twenty20 Inter- nationals during the tour. This will be a key part of the team’s Continued on Page 48 ENTERTAINERS Cricket

fundraiser West Indies’ Dwayne Smith bats during a Twenty20 cricket match against New Zealand, Sunday, July 1, 2012, in Lauderhill, Fla. Associated Press / Lynne Sladky, File

By Azad Ali West Indies will play an ICC Rest of Caribbean spirit thrives in Pakistan Super League the World X1 at Lord’s in England in May, to raise funds for the rebuilding of By Nelson A. King brood over a mistake and thus stop was responsible for Peshawar being stadia in Dominica and Anguilla dam- The West Indies players in the enjoying a contest,” reported Gulf able to post 131 for nine against aged by the passage of Hurricane Irma Pakistan Super League (PSL) love to News on Monday. Karachi Kings in the second match and Maria last year. entertain first — not only through It said Peshawar Zalmi’s captain at the Dubai International Stadium. The Twenty20 scheduled for May 31, their exploits on the field but by the Darren Sammy, a former West Indies Peshawar lost the match by five will be broadcast live on Sky Sports and way they approach the game, accord- captain, and top order batsman Bar- wickets in the last over only despite has been approved by the International ing to reports. badian Dwayne Smith were two such defending a small total. It was their Cricket Council (ICC) as a full interna- “They enjoy every moment, be it examples on Sunday night. second defeat in the league, though tional. a win or loss and make sure never to Smith cracked an unbeaten 71 and Continued on Page 48 Continued on Page 48 BQ Caribbean Life, Mar. 02–Mar. 08, 2018 47 Windies women squad selected

Continued from Page 47 preparations for the ICC Women’s World Cup Twenty20 tournament from Nov. 9 to 24. The World Twenty20 will be the biggest event on the calendar this year for women cricketers around the globe and matches will be played in Guyana, St. Lucia and Antigua. West Indies women are the defend- ing champions, having won the last tournament in India in 2016. The players had a preparation camp in Barbados before traveling to New Zealand. They arrived in New Former West Indies captain Darren Sammy gestures wearing a traditional turban at Gaddafi stadium in Lahore, Zealand on Feb. 22 where they will Pakistan, Sunday, March 5, 2017. Sammy led Peshawar Zalmi to the Pakistan Super League Twenty20 title with a have another camp before the official 58-run victory against Quetta Gladiators in a trouble-free fi nal on Sunday. Associated Press / K.M. Chaudary, File start of the series. CRICKET ENTERTAINERS Cricket Continued from Page 47 get as many runs as I could.” out,” Smith said. “We need to take the they are the defending champions, Gulf Smith was responsible for running positive way and bounce back and get News said. out two batsmen, including his skip- into the play offstage. We bowled really fund raiser “Proud of the guys to take the match per Sammy during the course of his well, so we can get back. to the last few balls,” Sammy said in a innings, Gulf News noted. “The guys have not given up and post-match interview. Credit to Dwayne When asked whether those run-outs we are going to fight till the end,” he Continued from Page 47 (Smith), he gave us a game to play.” were the reason for the defeat, he said: added. Cricket West Indies (CWI) has part- Despite Peshawar ending as losers, “I don’t really think so, we probably lost Smith then picked young 19-year-old nered with the Marylebone Cricket Smith was rightly judged as the Man of wickets at crucial times. We had some teammate Ibtisam Shaikh for special Club (MCC and the England and the Match. soft dismissals, and we had some run praise, as the latter bowled brilliantly Wales Board to stage the match. “I have played over 300 Twenty20 outs, which were very important. For and took a spectacular diving catch, CWI President Dave Cameron said matches, and I just need to use my me, it is gone and forgotten, and we according to Gulf News. Hurricanes Irma and Maria have dev- experience and do what I have to do cannot bring it back now.” “We have a youngster in the team, astated parts of the Eastern Carib- at that stage of the game,” Smith said. He also appealed his teammates to and he is doing very well,” Smith said. bean and “we have been considering “And so, I don’t really need any help. We shrug off the defeat. “It seems like he has played nearly 300 how CWI can best show support for had to get to a good score for us to bowl “We need to be positive and not get games, too. He is so aggressive and con- our region in the most impactful at so I had to take chances and try and this game into our heads but throw it fident in what he has to do.” way.” “I am sure the match will be high- ly entertaining and competitive, as well as a great platform for us to raise much needed funds,” Cameron said. Pybus returns to ECCB chairman, Colin Graves said his board was always willing to assist much-needed funds. And MCC Chief Executive and Sec- retary, Guy Lavender, said the event West Indies cricket revived memories of a similar match hosted at Lord’s just over half-a-cen- By Azad Ali Cricket West Indies (CWI) in a state- tury ago, when Sir Gary Sobers led Englishman Richard Pybus has made ment said Pybus’ role will also include, a Windies side against a World skip- a surprising return to West Indies cricket but not limited to standardizing coaching pered by Australian Bob Simpson. as a high performance director, after leav- and preparation for regional teams and Last September Hurricanes Irma ing the post of director of cricket about a overseeing a talent identification pro- and Maria stormed through the Car- year ago. gram from the Under-19 level all the way ibbean leaving billions of dollars in In his new role, Pybus, 53, has been to the Windies International level. damages and resulting in over 50 given the task to work with chief selec- Pybus was appointed director of crick- deaths. tor Courtney Browne, director of cricket, et in November 2013 and spent three Windsor Park, the Test venue locat- Jimmy Adams and regional coaches to years in the role before being replaced West Indies high performance di- ed in Dominica, was badly affected “improve the high performance programs by former test captain Jimmy Adams rector Richard Pybus. after the country took a direct hit and standards within franchise cricket.” last year. West Indies Cricket Board from Hurricane Maria. 48 Caribbean Life, Mar. 02–Mar. 08, 2018 BQ Flow Sports nets CONCACAF rights deal

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