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www.caribbeanlifenews.com QUEENS/LONG ISLAND/BRONX/MANHATTAN Apr. 21–Apr. 27, 2017 Carib Week set for June 3 TURMOIL IN By Nelson A. King The Barbados-based Car- ibbean Tourism Organiza- tion (CTO) says Caribbean Week New York will come alive in the Big Apple in early June with a celebration of the sights, sounds, color, cuisine and culture of the Caribbean. SURINAME Organization officials said that from June 3-10, tourism Protestors back industry executives, media, travel agents, consumers and students from across on the streets the Caribbean Diaspora will come together to participate By Bert Wilkinson Suriname is experiencing Continued on Page 30 labor — and political — pains again. Like they did Just like they did when former Suriname Bahamas military strongman Desi Bout- erse’s National Democratic Party (NDP) dominated a coa- lition government at the close elections of the 1990s, political oppo- sition, labor and civil society are once again ganging up on on May 10 his administration, protesting what they say are unbearable living conditions. By Azad Ali Nearly 20 years ago, dissi- Bahamians will go to the dents forced Bouterse to call polls on May 10, 2017 to elect early general elections — which a new government. Prime he lost —after the nation’s Minister Perry Christie made plunged into debt as authori- the announcement at the ties overspent by millions while Office of the Prime Minis- constructing two magnificent, ter on April 12, 2017 shortly fixed river bridges that made after Commissioner of Police access to the west and east- Ellison Greenslade, read a ern districts much easier than proclamation from Governor before. General Dame Marguerite Now, thousands of protes- Pindling dissolving Parlia- tors are back on the streets ment. of Paramaribo, the capital city Greenslade also read a sec- of the Dutch-speaking Carib- ond proclamation revealing bean trade bloc nation, railing that Parliament will recon- against a clear decline in living vene on May 24. standards as the country has In his address, Prime Min- again run out of cash under ister Christie said it is now NDP leadership. left to the citizenry of the Eggs-citement in Queens On Tuesday, heavily-armed nation to decide who will The Easter Bunny entertained happy children at the Easter Eggs’Travaganza at Roy police rounded up and arrest- fill those seats in the next Wilkins Park and Family Center in Jamaica, Queens Photo by Tangerine Clarke ed several labor leaders at the Continued on Page 14 Continued on Page 30 NEW PATIENTS* • Thorough Examination • Oral Cancer Screening • X-Rays Beautiful SmileBeautifulSmileBeautifulSmileSmile • Basic Teeth Cleaning $ Reg. 89 $425 Not Everyone Was Born With It... *unless gum disease is present
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2 Caribbean Life, Apr. 21–Apr. 27, 2017 BQ Justice documentary shown ‘13th Amendment’ film is screened for a Queens audience
By Tangerine Clarke A wide cross-section of the Jamaica, Queens communi- ty viewed the gut-wrench- ing injustices meted out to minorities in the criminal justice system, in a free pub- lic screening of the Netflix Minister of National Security, Hon. original documentary film Peter Bunting (right), converses — 13th Amendment, pre- with Deputy Commissioner of Po- sented by York City Council lice (DCP), George Quallo, at the Member I. Daneek Miller, and offi cial opening of the refurbished the 18b Assigned Counsel Negril Police Station in Westmore- Association of Queens Fam- land recently. ily Court. Jamaica Information Service / Glenis A. Rose The April 7, outreach of the Assigned Council Panel at the Jamaica Performing Arts Center, was one of many programs that include a win- New top ter coat drives, and commu- nity forums, organized by the professional panel, commit- ted to fairness and equality, cop for and who felt it was imperative to educate the community about this primary document of the 13th Amendment to Jamaica the Unites States Constitu- tion – abolition of slavery and involuntary servitude. By Azad Ali However, President, Sara Jamaica will have a new commis- A. Tirgary Esq, said the film sioner of police later this month, clearly shows that the aboli- replacing Dr. Carl Williams who went tion of slavery was replaced Some of the members of the 18B Assigned Counsel Association of Queens Family on pre-retirement leave in January with an increased prosecu- Court, pictured with Sara A. Tirgary, Association president, Council member Rory this year. tion of the minority commu- L. Lancman, and Council Member I. Daneek Miller at the Jamaica Performing Arts George Quallo, who is a 40-year- nity, making mass incarcera- Center in Queens. Tangerine Clarke old police veteran, will take over the tion a substitute for slavery. helm of the Jamaica Constabulary As such, the body has rec- something from this film Ogle Esq. who has been a to educate the community Force (JFC) from April 18, 2017. ognized the need to work with them to share in the member for 18 years, and about the legal system and The Ministry of National Security with community groups, community, and share with who was emcee, noted that to help those in crisis and said in a statement that Quallo had organization, political lend- those who have been affected the panel has just began to unable to afford legal repre- demonstrated the ability to lead the ers, and its clients to raise by the injustices of the pris- take steps to reach out to sentation. JFC at an important point of transfor- awareness to squash intol- on system,” he added. the community by holding The screening was held mation, strengthening relationships erance, and demand all be “I look forward to work- events such as the screen- in conjunction with Con- with the other bodies that make up treated fairly, equally, and ing with each and everyone ing, educating attorneys on gressman Gregory Meeks, the islands security services. with respect, said Tirgary. in the community to bring issues such as immigration, NYS Sen. Leroy Comre, However, some observers say the Titled – “From Slave to about reform,” Councilman and participating in fundrais- NYS Assemblewoman Alicia new top cop will also have a tough Criminal with one Amend- Miller, said. ers to carry out the group’s Hyndman, and NYS Assem- task of arresting the country’s crime ment,” the film by Ava Duv- Rorary L. Lancman, Dis- mission to support members blyman Clyde Vanel. problem with some 1,300 people ernay, director of the Civil trict 24 council member with the best services avail- Assigned Council mem- killed last year alone and increase Rights movie, “Selma,” was and chair of the New York able so that they in turn, can bers included: Andrea S. from the previous two years. narrated by academics, histo- City Council Committee on give quality legal representa- Ogle, Esq. Quallo joined the JFC in l976 and rians, and professionals, who, Courts and Legal services, tion to those who need it. Robert Silverberg, Esq. has held numerous positions. painted a bleak picture of the commended, Council Mem- To honor the 49th Anni- Maria De La Cruz, Esq. He was credited for restructuring lives of millions of black and ber Miller, for helping to versary of the assassination Valadimir Cadet, Esq. the Manchester Police Division, using Latino men and women who reform the criminal system, of the Rev. Martin Luther Anthony Agustus, Esq. policing principles as the major strat- are behind bars for minor “where thousands of people King Jr., some members of Ade Agbayewa, Esq. Mari- egy resulting in a large reduction in crimes, and who spend are sitting in prison await- the panel recited Maya Ange- cel Gonzalez, Esq. all crime strategies. countless years waiting for ing trial because they cannot lou’s poem “I Rise.” Eugene Crowe, Esq. Toba In 2010, Quallo was appointed their cases to be heard. make $500.00 bail money, The organization which Beth Stutz, Esq. assistant commissioner of police and Council Member Miller because they are poor,” said started in 1972 comprises Lance Dandridge, Esq. subsequently led Police Area Four said he hoped the film stimu- Lancman. private practice attorneys of Sarah Tirgary, Esq. between March 2012 and December late and inspire all to further “More people are incar- diverse backgrounds, minori- Patrick Griffiths, Esq. 2015 during which there were three engage, and become strong cerated in the United States ty, including women, who are Debora Garibaldi, Esq. successive years of reduction in mur- advocates to bring the issue than in any other part of former judges, court attorney Sandra Munoz, Esq.Daniel ders and major crimes. of mass incarceration to the the world,” said Lancman, referees, support magistrates Moskowitz, Esq. He was promoted to deputy Com- forefront, adding that the adding that this is a special and former supervisors for a Diana Kelly, Esq. James missioner of Police in November community must recommit burden on lawyers, whom he number of NYC agencies and Gavin, Esq. and past presi- 2015, and the following year was put to bring about justice and thanked for the work they do, community organizations. dent Crystal L. Screen, Esq. in charge of Territorial Operations reform. day in, and day out. They brought this stirring To learn more – email Portfolio. “Everyone should take Guyanese-born Andrea documentary to the screen [email protected] BQ Caribbean Life, Apr. 21–Apr. 27, 2017 3 Updated daily at www.caribbeanlifenews.com CARIBBEAN ROUNDUP THE NEWS FROM BACK HOME
Caribbean The US Embassy to Barbados, the Eastern Caribbean and the Organ- ization of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) recently hosted a traveling pro- gram focused on entrepreneurship. The program, which went to Antigua and Barbuda, Grenada and Barbados targeted entrepreneurship students at the tertiary level, and young entrepre- neurs. In Barbados, the first engagement took place on April 7, 2017 in which more than 100 students, who all had a genuine interest in entrepreneurship, engaged in discussions with young American entrepreneur Dextina Book- er, who shared her experiences and discussed the importance of building networks, and non-traditional sources of funding. US ambassador Linda Taglialatela said the embassy is committed to host- ing programs in the Eastern Caribbean which place greater emphasis on sus- tainable economic growth leading to prosperous stable, democratic states. Easter hop-piness came to Queens Antigua State Sen. Leroy Comrie (center) hosted an Easter Eggs’Travaganza egg hunt and day of fun for local children at Roy Wilkins Park and Family Center in Jamaica, Queens on Saturday, April 15. The kids were entertained by Shareholder governments of the a deejay, dancers, hip-hop performers and a visit from the Easter Bunny, and went home with bags of Easter cash-strapped regional airline LIAT goodies. Photo by Tangerine Clarke recently agreed to ensure that salaries will be paid in time to avert any possible industrial action. The agreement came following talks late with salaries again soon. ministers and holders of public office. Airport, New York recently. with the regional unions representing Nagamootoo told the conference The Customs and Border Protection employees with the shareholder gov- Guyana which was being attended by delegates (CBP) said Mario Hudson who was held ernments. Guyana Prime Minister Moses Naga- from regional coun- on March 27 is due to appear in court The meeting discussed a move by the mootoo has warned that the govern- tries that the country’s later this month on several narcotic Antigua-based carrier to implement a ment would be moving to ensure that resources should not charges. late payment schedule to its employees the funds received from the country’s be transformed into CBP said Hudson was dressed in that is likely to con- oil and gas sector will not be used for votes by any adminis- what appeared to be a pilot’s uniform tinue for the next five political expediency. tration but must be used to ensure a and claimed he was a non-working crew months. He noted that the oil and gas sector viable future. member on his arrival But St. Vincent and is just as important as any sector, while He said while the David Granger from Jamaica. the Grenadines Prime address the Guyana Oil and Gas Asso- administration recognizes the coun- But during the bag- Minister Dr. Ralph Gonsalves, who is ciation (GOGA) conference and exhibi- try’s new opportunism as a result of gage inspection, CBP chairman of the shareholder govern- tion recently in Georgetown. the discovery of oil, it was also neces- said officers discovered ments, told reporters that a settlement He added: “we have to look at our sary to ensure that other sectors such Hudson had what appeared to be two had been reached after the unions had oil and gas resource with regard to the as agriculture is integrated into the oil fraudulent Delta Airlines ID badges. threatened deferrals. nature of governance we have in our and gas sector. The officers also observed the sides He said instructions have gone to the country”. and bottom of the luggage appeared to bank for payments and workers will get The prime minister recalled the con- Jamaica be unusually thick and heavy. their salaries. troversy that followed the decision of the A Jamaican man posing as a pilot He was escorted to the private search The prime minister said there was no government regarding the proposed leg- was caught with five pounds of cocaine room, where a search was carried out guarantee that the airline would not be islative code of conduct for government when he arrived at JFK International Continued on Page 16
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ot only will the 45th president of the Unit- ed States be indelibly Inside Life recorded as the old- N By Vinette K. Pryce est elected leader since Ron- ald Reagan, Donald Trump’s 100-day tenure in the White House could also be imprinted of 100 days to launch his “New ises and failing to keep boastful as the most contentious, with a Deal” initiative — which pro- pledges he made while on the record number of national pro- posed a plan using 15 bills to campaign trail. test rallies in cities throughout boost the depressed economy. Four months into his admin- the nation and particularly in Since that time, every Presi- istration, his approval rating the nation’s capital. dent has been judged on the has plummet to the 35 percent Underscored by internation- success of their first 100 days. range and calls to “Impeach al demonstrations following Trump’s predecessor, Presi- 45” seem to be resonating with the announcement of Trump’s dent Barack Obama aced the much more fervor than when it election last year — when limited timeframe to success- was echoed by mostly partisan large protests broke out across fully pass the $787 billion eco- Democrats who attended the the United States in Canada, nomic stimulus package and to first protest march on the eve United Kingdom, France, Phil- expand children’s health insur- of his inauguration when Rev. ippines, Australia, Israel and ance coverage despite a united Al Sharpton mobilized bus- a long list of other countries Republican pledge to derail his loads to Washington D.C. — and continuing for several progress and ensure him a one- By the time, Trump swore to Marchers at the Tax Day Protest in Washington. days around the occasion of term rule. an oath of office on Jan. 20, a Associated Press / Manuel Balce Ceneta the 100th day of his presiden- In his bid to “Make Ameri- predominant female assembly cy, on April 29 another mas- ca Great Again,” this Republi- showed resistance to his elec- pendents, progressives, former utive orders declaring “No Ban sive, national protest march is can, Twitter-friendly president tion shouting Trump is “Not Trump advocates, Democrats, No Wall.” scheduled to add to the myriad seems to have widened the My President.” immigrants, millennials, “A Day Without A Woman,” held to denounce him. divide that separates Republi- In virtually every major city, LGBTQ advocates, workers and encouraged women to refrain The milestone marker was cans from Democrats – con- the massive counter-inaugu- a full spectrum of politicized from school and work by dram- first initiated by President servatives from progressives ral rallies, and super-staged, Americans. atizing the power and presence Franklin D. Roosevelt who was -- and even alienated some of celebrity star-studded, national Simultaneous protests of his of the female gender. Thou- elected in 1933 at age 51 and his staunchest supporters by women’s movement engaged proposal to keep-out Mexicans sands complied with absence established his own target time reneging on some of his prom- thousands identified as Inde- triggered responses to his exec- Continued on Page 22
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ATTORNEY ADVERTISEMENT: Connors and Sullivan Attorneys-At-Law PLLC: 7408 5th Avenue Ste. 2 Brooklyn NY 11209 Q Caribbean Life, Apr. 21–Apr. 27, 2017 9 OP-EDS LEADER: LET’S BOND RACISM PERSISTS IN CUBA MORE WITH U.S. By Nelson A. King na (Identity and Neighbor- There are currently 11 Many Afro-Cuban activ- hood La Marina), in Matan- blogs that focus on the By Dawn Plummer for future planning and dia- ists say that despite the social zas, focus on the work of issue of racism, said Sandra The relationship between logues relating to the Carib- advancements made in Cuba empowerment at a more Álvarez, author of “Negra the United States and much of bean Diaspora. in recent years, blacks on local level and are heirs cubana tenía que ser,” the the Caribbean has long been “While hoping to accom- the Spanish-speaking Car- to the popular education first black-focused blog, cordial. plish goals and implementing ibbean island still face and model that was disseminat- launched 11 years ago. Now that the U.S. now has strategies, the Diaspora must battle overt racism. ed throughout Latin Ameri- Prior to that, Chester a new presidential administra- implement strategies that can More than 30 Cuban ca by Brazilian Paulo Freire, King, founded Afrocubaweb, tion, some some Caribbean be presented to the U.S. State activists, writers, academics the Herald said. a digital site that now con- Diaspora leaders have voiced Department for revision,” Nel- and entrepreneurs, mostly It said others like Grupo tains more than 30,000 arti- the need to strategize, enhance son added. of African descent, gathered Afrocubanas, which has cles on the subject of race, and expand on the current rela- Almost 40 Caribbean at prestigious Harvard Uni- already produced two books, the Herald said. tionship. Diaspora leaders from across versity in Cambridge, Mass., has set out to “break the It said Álvarez was recently The motive, they believe, the United States were in last week for what was silence on black women in at the center of a controversy is the substantive growth and attendance, along with some described as an “unprece- the master texts of Cuban over the publication of a car- participation of the Carib- officials from the U.S. State dented meeting to celebrate history and literature and toon that she criticized in bean Diaspora in the United Department. Nelson said the achievements of the contribute to the disman- her blog as being racist after States. the matters discussed at the Afro-Cuban movement on tling of negative racist and it appeared on the digital site For these reasons Dr. Claire meeting were primarily secu- the island and set the course sexist stereotypes,” accord- Diario de Cuba, published in A. Nelson, president of the rity, economic development, for future work,” according ing to Daisy Rubiera, one of Spain by Cuban exiles. Institute of Caribbean Stud- diplomacy, education and to the Miami Herald. the founders. The cartoon depicted two ies (ICS), who spearheaded a health. “We have to be aware that The Herald said the white female tourists accom- consultation meeting in Wash- The Diaspora leaders attend- this is a historical event,” Sociedad Santa Bárbara in panied by black Cuban male ington D.C. recently, said: “We ing were given opportunities said Tomás Fernández Palmira serves as a “living prostitutes with exaggerated have to address these concerns to present their views to the Robaina, a member of the museum, a repository of features, the Herald said. and what input the Caribbean forum on areas of concerns Regional Afro-Descendant history and current spirit- “I felt that I was very alone Diaspora community should relating to their respective pro- Network group known by ual belief where the rites of and that the people who undertake when it comes grams. the Spanish acronym ARAC the Lucumí religion, popu- could respond to this rac- to dealing with the United The meeting was also con- and author of the pioneer- larly known as Santería, are ist caricature were in Cuba, States.” vened to further evaluate leg- ing book “El Negro en Cuba practiced much as they were disconnected,” said Álva- Nelson further explained why islation tabled in the United [the Negro in Cuba]”. during the times of slavery rez, who said she received U.S.Caribbean relations have to States Congress last year, The gathering, organized in Cuba.” threats after she published be tightened and recommend- sponsored by Rep. Eliot Engle by the university’s Institute One of the pioneers in the cartoon on her blog to ed that additional agreements, (D-NY) and Rep. Ileana Ros- for African and African- the fight against racial dis- accompany her criticism of both bilateral and multilateral, Lehtinen, (R-FL). The bill, American Research at the crimination on Cuba, which the stereotypical depiction. should be discussed to max- labeled the United States-Car- Hutchins Center, had mul- became more blatant during “The main lesson [from imize participation from the ibbean Strategic Engagement tiple objectives: To celebrate the economic collapse in the this experience] is that we, Diaspora. Act of 2016, aims to provide a and recognize the work of 90s known as the “Special Black Cubans, do not have The Diaspora, Nelson sug- better platform for Caribbean activists and intellectuals on Period,” was the Cofradía de to expect anything from the gested, will have to establish Diaspora leaders to participate the island, who have been bat- la Negritud (Brotherhood racist Cuban exiles,” she “a body of interest and create in dialogues with the U.S. State tling racism since the 1990s; of Negritude), a project that said, “they want us quiet.” a network to engage the U.S. Department on issues relating acknowledge the role of Afro- began nearly 20 years ago Alberto Abreu, a writ- State Department.” to the Caribbean Diaspora and descendants in Cuban histo- with a mission to raise aware- er who was honored with In expressing the impor- the Caribbean Region. ry; and lay the groundwork ness within Cuban society on the prestigious Casa de las tance of establishing these The Institute of Caribbean for the continuing challenges, the issue of discrimination, Américas award and the U.S.-Caribbean relations, Studies is based in Wash- the Herald said. the Herald said. author of the blog Afromod- Nelson asked that other Car- ington D.C. and is headed “The Afro-Cuban move- “At that time, the Cuban ernidades said technology ibbean community leaders by Dr. Claire A. Nelson, a ment is much larger and black population had no has allowed activists to shed become a part of the process Jamaican. more diverse today than it voice, and we tried to rescue light on all sorts of issues was 20 years ago,” said Har- the right to express our- and “widen the gap of public vard professor Alejandro de selves as blacks,” said one of discourse” from the control la Fuente, director of the its founders Norberto Mesa. of the Cuban authorities, institute and author of a One of the achievements according to the Herald. book on race relations in of the Afro-Cuban Move- However, it said several Cuba, “A Nation for All.” ment, the participants speakers agreed that all the Founded 1990 • Published by Community News Group “It emerged as a cultur- agreed, is to make the racial public spaces necessary for the Corporate Headquarters: One Metrotech Center North, Suite 1001, Brooklyn, NY 11201 al movement but has been issue no longer taboo inside discussion of the racial issue CEO: Les Goodstein enriched by the incorpora- the island, said the Herald, still do not exist in Cuba. PRESIDENT & PUBLISHER: Jennifer Goodstein tion of organizations that but added that “the chal- Others, the Herald said, ASSOCIATE PUBLISHER: Ralph D’Onofrio assume the model of social lenges remain enormous.” pointed out that these EDITOR EMERITUS: Kenton Kirby activism and the incorpora- In the absence of other projects and organizations ASSOCIATE EDITOR: Kevin Williams tion of gender studies and more traditional spaces, the operate in a legal limbo: legal issues,” de la Fuente Herald said activists and intel- They are not legal but are Contributing Writers: Azad Ali, Tangerine Clarke, Nelson King, Tequila Minsky, added. lectuals have used newslet- allowed by the state. Vinette K. Pryce, George H. 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Identidad y Barrio La Mari- internet access on the island. ating in fragile spaces.” 10 Caribbean Life, Apr. 21–Apr. 27, 2017 BQ OP-EDS Charitable gift really is ‘Making a Difference’ By Gerry Hopkin, JD ry-Fleary expressed sincere apprecia- therapist and Cheryl Vincent, a regis- Gouyave, St. John. They are also found- The health of children and seniors tion to Fr. Hopkin, for the much needed tered nurse and recording artiste. ing members of Spice Island Youth- will be positively impacted by a barrel of items, and asked him to convey to the The logistical coordination of the quake and active leading members of children’s diapers and feeding bags with donors, her gratitude, on behalf of the initiative and the shipment of the items the longest continously running Carib- tubes attached, which were delivered on General Hospital. were done as acts of charity by con- bean folk-liturgical group in the Diaspo- Wednesday, to the Grenada General Hos- Fr. Hopkin, the parish priest at the sultant Gerry Hopkin of the Hopkins ra, Quake USA. pital, by local Catholic priest, Fr. Leroy St. David’s R.C. Church, who cleared the Consulting Group LLC, and the inter- This “Making a Difference Initiative” Hopkin, on behalf of New York-based barrel of donated items from Customs national cargo company, Star Shipping, delivery of needed items, is the first of a donors, Christine Grant and Cheryl Vin- in Grenada, acted as the local facilita- respectively. series of charitable donations aimed at cent, who are both Grenadians. tor of the inaugural act of the charita- “The intended beneficiaries of the positively impacting the lives and living The items, some of which are visible ble effort, which has been dubbed the items just donated, are the children and conditions of children, youths and sen- in the attached photo, were accepted “Making a Difference Initiative” (MDI). seniors of Grenada, Carriacou & Petite iors in Grenada, Carriacou and Petite by the Director of Hospital Services, The principal donors and organiz- Martinique who utilize our hospitals Martinique and the wider Caribbean. Esther Henry-Fleary, on the compound ers responsible for the sourcing of this and clinics,” said Grant and Vincent, in Future donations will generally address of the facility. donation, are New York based Christine an issued joint statement. needs in healthcare and education, but At the handing over ceremony, Hen- Grant, a self-employed occupational Both Grant and Vincent are from would not be limited to these areas. OTHER NEWS BROOKLYN SCHOOLS CAN APPLY FOR GRANTS By Nelson A. King ing the 2017-2018 grants program The foundation was established to sup- environmental science and visual arts The Walentas Family Foundation cycle, it will award about $250,000 to port arts, education and community program focusing on both observation announced this week that applications Brooklyn’s public schools in grants of development through substantial con- of the natural world and individual are now open for its Neighborhood up to $25,000 to individual schools. tributions to institutions, programs expression. School Grants, an annual program to The deadline for applications to submit and individuals on an annual basis. It • PS 34 Oliver H. Perry received support innovative projects in Brook- applications is May 31, 2017. School reflects the Walentas family’s commit- $25,000 for LEGO educational kits to lyn School Districts 13 and 14. District 13 encompasses Brooklyn ment to the stewardship of Brooklyn’s give students an engaging introduc- Since its founding in 2013, the Heights, Fort Greene, Clinton Hill and neighborhoods, the borough’s water- tion to hands-on STEM learning dur- Neighborhood School Grants program Bedford-Stuyvesant. District 14 covers front revitalization and initiatives in ing specialized school day classes. has distributed $1.25 million in grants Williamsburg and Greenpoint. civic engagement in New York City. • Urban Assembly School of Law & to Brooklyn’s public schools to fund Grant recipients will be notified Last year’s Neighborhood Grants Justice received $25,000 for college programs in the arts, culture, technol- in July, and grant funds will be dis- Program recipients included, among readiness programs. ogy, literacy, college prep, and more. tributed in August for use during the others: • El Puente Academy for Peace and Established with the belief that vibrant 2017-2018 school year. For more infor- • Brooklyn Community Arts & Justice received $18,000 for Bike the and successful schools are fundamen- mation and to access the grant appli- Media High School (BCAM) received Change You Want to See, which com- tal parts of communities, the program cation, please visit: http://twotreesny. $20,000 for Project AIYM, a 12-week bines physical education, experiential supports enrichment of students’ com/page/art-and-community. arts-based program to generate dis- learning and community service. learning experiences through creative The Walentas family, founders of cussion around black male identity You can learn more about the programming that may not supported Two Trees Management Company, has and representation. Neighborhood School Grantees at: by a school’s existing budget. long been committed to supporting • PS 20 The Clinton Hill School http://twotreesny.com/neighborhood- Foundation officials said that dur- public education in New York City. received $10,000 for an integrated school-grants-recipients. Grenada representatives pass controversial tax bill By Azad Ali ica’s Internal Revenue Service Unlike other Caribbean interest groups represented Failure to comply with The Grenada House of Rep- (IRS) on any customer deemed countries, the Grenada govern- in the Upper House. such a request is a summary resentatives has passed the to have more than US$50,000. ment controls all 15 seats in the According to the FACTA offense punishable by a fine controversial Foreign Account Washington has said that House of Representatives and legislation, the Comptrol- not exceeding EC$10,000, Tax Compliance Act (FATCA), the legislation aims to crack there was no problem with the ler of Inland Revenue has according to the FACTA leg- Inter-Governmental Agree- down on tax dodgers who hide passage of the legislation. been declared the competent islation 2017. ment with the United States. hundreds of millions of US It will now go before the authority with whom the IRS The legislation once The FATCA legislation dollars in offshore accounts Senate later this month shall have direct communica- approved will be applied ret- demands that foreign banks annually in an effort to evade where the debate is likely tions when it comes to seek- roactively covering the years provide information to Amer- paying taxes. to be more hectic given the ing information. 2014, 2015 and 2016. READ CARIBBEAN LIFE EVERY WEEK BQ Caribbean Life, Apr. 21–Apr. 27, 2017 11 U.N. big to Carib nations: Boost trade and tech By Nelson A. King Latin American regional strategy. ened beyond the exchange of goods,” The executive secretary of the United The senior United Nations official she said. “We must make progress on Nations Economic Commission for Latin noted that regional involvement in glo- trade facilitation, on participation in America and the Caribbean (ECLAC) bal trade is very low, stating that the value chains, on integration of infra- wants regional integration promoted in region only has a 6 percent share of structure and energy, as well as in the specific areas beyond trade. global exports, compared with develop- technological and digital area.” In addressing the World Economic ing Asia’s 31 percent. She said the situ- During the panel discussion on Forum on the region here, Alicia Bárcena ation is “compounded by the end of the “Building a Regional Digital Market,” said the current global economic and so-called commodities “supercycle” and Bárcena urged that the region move political context presents “sharp tensions the fact that, in the majority of coun- toward development, according to and uncertainties.” She added that there- tries in the region, less than 1 percent ECLAC. fore, it is not possible to keep doing “busi- of companies export. “Second generation public-private ness as usual.” Bárcena was the main “For that reason, at ECLAC, we con- alliances are key to propelling inte- speaker on a panel about Caribbean and tend that integration must be strength- grated digital markets at a regional and sub-regional level in Latin America and the Caribbean,” she said, adding that Alicia Bárcena, ECLAC Executive Sec- the development of technological and retary, at the World Economic Forum '%4 4(% #!2% 9/5 $%3%26% digital platforms allows for “foment- 2017 meeting. World Economic Forum ing productive diversification, growth &/2 4(% %.4)2% &!-),9 in productivity and for leveraging the In addition to underscoring the fourth industrial revolution with great- importance of the 2030 United Nations Services Provided: er scale, connection, access and dis- Agenda for Sustainable Development, semination of content.” the conference’s agenda will be funda- s !DULT s CHILDREN “The platforms of new information mental” for the region of Latin America s 'YNECOLOGY7OMENS (EALTH technologies improve the region’s com- and the Caribbean, the executive secre- petitiveness by modernizing infrastruc- tary said. Please call 347-915-1755 ture networks,” she said. “This is a long-term agenda with FOR AN APPOINTMENT Bárcena said that the Sixth Minis- very concrete goals: Eliminate extreme !LL MAJOR )NSURANCE ACCEPTED terial Conference on the Information poverty – which affects 75 million peo- Society in Latin America and the Car- ple in our region – give electricity to ibbean (the ECLAC 2018 meeting) will the 23 million people who do not have #AMELE 7HITE -$ be held in Colombia next year, with it, deliver food security, guarantee a the support of that country’s Ministry healthy life and care for people’s cycle 2EMSEN !VENUE "ROOKLYN .9 of Information and Communications of life from birth to death, among other (btwn Lenox and Clarkson Avenues). Bus: B17, B47 Technology. things,” Bárcena said. 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We know that by of the seats. of my head and the fact that I was sleeping on our stomach (perhaps House of Assembly. The Democratic National Alliance waking up multiple times a night. the most compromising position), “In doing so, you will also be deciding also contested the election but failed to He could even perfectly describe the full weight of the head pulls who will form the government of The win a seat. the pain, numbness, and tingling on the muscles and ligaments that Bahamas for the next five years,” he said. The main opposition Free National sensation I was experiencing in hold the cervical spine together. In 2012, Christie led the Progressive Movement (FNM) says it is prepared my upper extremities. This amount of weight on the deli- Liberal party (PLP) to victory, defeating to campaign for the general election; We all know that sleep is critical cate structures of the neck will the then ruling Free National Move- the FNM is expected to be among the to good health, vital to restoring eventually lead to joint damage. ment (FNM) for control of the 38-seat three political parties likely to contest mental acuity, and is needed to en- The consultation with your chiro- House of Assembly. The FNM won nine the polling. sure a proper immune response. practor will begin with a discus- Its role in our ability to perform sion on proper sleeping positions our everyday activities cannot be (preferably side lying with a pil- stressed enough. Adult insomnia low between the knees and one Bahamas Prime Minister costs the United States almost 14 supporting the head), the use of Perry Christie. billion dollars a year. 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Another union leader said since the St. Kitts Bouterse-led administration came into Health officials in St. Kitts and Nevis power in 2010 and again in 2015 it has are monitoring an outbreak of yellow resulted in extreme hardship for the fever in Brazil to ensure the endemic people. does not spread to the twin-island fed- Import revenues have fallen sharply eration. since 2015 due to the steady decline on Chief Medical Officer Dr. Hazel Laws the international market of the prices of said the Ministry of Health was moni- Suriname’s most important commodi- toring the outbreak of yellow fever in ties — gold and oil. Brazil where a traveler from the Neth- According to the government, the erlands who was on vacation contracted country’s income since 2015 fell by 70 the fever. percent in comparison to 2014. As a She said the ministry result, the country’s foreign currency was increasing person- reserves were nearly depleted, which nel at the port of entries led to a 20 percent devaluation of the to safeguard passengers Surinamese dollar in 2015. coming from affected countries and added plans are in place to tighten sur- Trinidad veillance. Trinidad and Tobago Prime Minis- Laws said additional screening will ter Dr. Keith Rowley will visit Chile be done to all countries that have yellow next month, according to Ambassador fever endemic. 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Thousands of Surinamese marched He said Chile imports more than through the streets of Suriname’s capi- US$550 million worth of LNG from tal Paramaribo, calling on the Bouterse Trinidad and Tobago contributing to a s !RTHRITIS OF THE 3PINE s &RACTURES administration to reverse the recent total trade of US$573 million between fuel price increase. the two countries. s #ERVICAL -YELOPATHY s (ERNIATED $ISC They held a protest demonstration Minister Riveros said there was a favo- last week at Independence Square oppo- rable trade balance largely because of the s #ERVICOGENIC s ,IGAMENT OR -USCLE site the Presidential Palace, denouncing LNG imports, adding that Chile exported recent measures taken a few products to Trinidad and Tobago, in /CCIPITAL (EADACHE )NJURY by the government, particular cellulose and had the capacity including price hikes to export agricultural products as well. s $EGENERATIVE $ISC s -YOFASCIAL 0AIN for fuel, water, and elec- He outlined several areas for bilater- tricity. al trade, including energy, agriculture, $ISEASE 3YNDROME Recently gasoline became US$0.08 tourism and fisheries. more expensive per liter and diesel -Compiled by Azad Ali Serving the New York community since 2002 SHEPELSKY KINGSBROOK LAW GROUP JEWISH MEDICAL CENTER IMMIGRATION & FAMILY LAW Neurosciences Institutes $0/&:*4-"/%"7& #,-:/ /:t4)&1&-4,:-"8$0. 3CHENECTADY !VENUE BETWEEN 7INTHROP 3TREET 2UTLAND 2OAD Immigration Court & Deportation s Green Cards Through Marriage Visas & Green Cards for Family Members s Appeals, Motions to Reopen Abuse Cases (Violence Against Women & Men) s Asylum U.S. Citizenship with Criminal Arrests s Divorces, Child Support, Visitation Call us at: 718-604-5700 We specialize in difficult cases, prior attorney www.kingsbrook.org mistakes, deportation, court proceedings Tel:718.769.6352 16 Caribbean Life, Apr. 21–Apr. 27, 2017 Q A/D3C>B= A>@7<5 AC7BA/:3$ A/D3=</::A>@7<5/@@7D/:A 9LP(JL@K 8KK?<M8CL<GI@:< BRONX COMMUNITY COLLEGE 39th Annual Roscoe C. 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King what they are trying to do to ture agency reported that more “We came to see with our US$2.8 million in damages, Six months after Hurricane survive.” than 180,000 people in the eyes, and to tell you,” Moïse which is one-third of Haiti’s Matthew tore through Haiti’s Benlamlih had toured the Grand’ Anse were living in an said standing in front of a cave gross domestic product, or “the southern peninsula, shelter southwest and Grand’ Anse “emergency situation,” accord- in Fonds Rouge, “I don’t agree equivalent of what the Diaspora and food remain scarce espe- regions in Haiti, where Mat- ing to the Herald. with anyone on this earth using is sending to Haiti in a year.” cially in remote, difficult-to- thew’s 145 mph winds struck In response to the crisis, it your misery for political gain.” While the humanitarian reach areas, according to the hardest, flooding streets, said charities, such as Food For But nearly two weeks after response provided water, food reports here. destroying homes and uproot- The Poor and Pompano Beach that visit, despite a tweet by the distributions and temporary El-Mostafa Benlamlih, the ing fruit-bearing trees, the Cross International, rushed presidency that the community shelter in schools to many United Nations’ humanitar- Herald said. container loads of food to the restaurant had been operation- of the 2 million people who ian coordinator and head of It said the South Florida- region for distribution to fami- al since April 1, a local priest were impacted by the storm, the UN Development Program based charity Food For The lies. and a community leader told Benlamlih, who only recent- for Haiti, said he would not Poor had first sounded the With the international spot- the Herald that housing and ly arrived in Haiti, said there describe the situation as a fam- alarm on what it said was a light on the Haitians living in food are still difficult to find. wasn’t enough focus on recov- ine, but “it could get close to food shortage in the regions caves, Haitian President Jov- The restaurant, they said, isn’t ery in the early days after the that” if nothing is done and so severe “that families have enel Moïse and newly appointed functioning. storm, the Herald said. the hurricane-ravaged areas turned in desperation to fruits Prime Minister Jack Guy Lafon- “On the promise of the presi- It said that, after Matthew miss another planting season, and foliage known to be poi- tant immediately arranged a dent, everyone left the cave,” struck, the United Nations according to the Miami Her- sonous, if consumed uncooked, trip to the area, the Herald said Jean-Berlin Depeine, a issued a US$139 million emer- ald. in an attempt to quell their said. father of two and leader of the gency appeal for humanitarian “If now we miss this one, hunger and save their lives.” There, Moïse — who later group in the cave who said he aid, of which only US$86 mil- this season, which is the main At least 13 people had died called a meeting with foreign sought refuge there after Mat- lion was funded. season for agriculture, then we over the span of 10 days in diplomats representing Haiti’s thew destroyed his home. “Up For this year, the global body will be in deep trouble in May, the Grand’ Anse, the charity major donor countries to ask for until now, the people haven’t is seeking US$250.3 million for June and July,” Benlamlih told said last month after reporting better coordination of humani- found any housing.” Haiti to meet the needs of Hur- the Herald. “There are pockets that one of its teams had come tarian aid — announced that Father Edison Barthele- ricane Matthew victims and of food insecurity particularly across 240 people, including 84 the government was taking my Feuille, a local priest who also other humanitarian assist- in remote areas. [People] don’t women and 62 children, living charge of the situation, the worked with Food For The ance, the Herald said. eat enough. in a mountain cave in Fonds Herald said. Poor, said even the charity has “We still have 1 million peo- “They have to use coping Rouge Dahere, a rural village It said the government stopped distributions after the ple who receive aid, still in need strategies, like drop one meal in the outskirts of Jeremie, the promised to build houses for president’s visits, according to of help,” Benlamlih said. “All or send the kids to the uncle capital of the Grand’ Anse, the the cave dwellers, and start a the Herald. sectors are affected. Fisheries, or family in Port-au-Prince Herald said. community restaurant to feed Benlamlih said that Hur- agriculture, infrastructure is [the capital],” he added. “That’s Last month, Haiti’s agricul- villagers. ricane Matthew had caused affected. 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The Tax Day March and Trump’s Tax • 5th – I will lift the restrictions on Probably prompted by Attorney Gen- Day was held in more than 100 cities on the production of $50 trillion dollars’ eral Jeff Sessions’ decision to “pursue April 15, to pressure Trump to release worth of job-producing American ener- harsher charges against undocument- his tax returns. gy reserves, including shale, oil, natural ed immigrants who commit crimes or Some Americans have stated that gas and clean coal. repeatedly cross into the U.S. illegally,” they will not pay their federal income • 6th – lift the Obama-Clinton road- next month’s protest will highlight the taxes in protest of Trump’s administra- blocks and allow vital energy infra- fact Sessions has directed federal pros- tion structure projects, like the Keystone ecutors to ramp up the vetting process. Shouting, “Impeach 45” thousands Pipeline, to move forward Sessions said he would add 125 immi- rallied from New York to Washington • 7th – cancel billions in payments to gration judges in the next two years to DC where California Congresswoman U.N. climate change programs and use address a backlog of cases. Maxine Walters led the chant. the money to fix America’s water and Donald Trump reacts during Repub- To his credit, Trump has removed lican presidential debate at Milwau- Described as the “political Beyonce,” environmental infrastructure kee Theatre, Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2015, chief strategist, Steve Bannon from the Cong. Walters joined taxpayers who Additionally, on the first day, I will in Milwaukee. National Security Council. held signs reading “Show us your tax take the following five actions to restore Associated Press / Jeffrey Phelps, File In addition he acted swiftly by return…what are you afraid of?” and security and the constitutional rule of responding to the use of barrel bombs “You’re Fired” a reference to Trump’s law: throughout Trump’s campaign focused by Syrian President Bashar al-Assad’s end-line decision to lose a contestant on • 1st – Cancel every unconstitution- on Mexico and his commitment to regime. his “Apprentice” TV show. al executive action, memorandum and building a wall to end illegal immigra- He bombed a Syrian airbase, revers- This week the “March For Science” order issued by President Obama tion. ing a position he maintained when Pres- demonstration is planned to occur on • 2nd – Begin the process of selecting He vowed to procure funds “for the ident Obama threatened the tyrant. Earth Day, April 22. a replacement for Justice Scalia from construction of a wall on our southern Trump warned the Democratic leader The protest will be based upon sup- one of the 20 judges on my list, who will border with the full understanding that not to interfere in Syria’s civil war. port for and the funding of science, uphold and defend the Constitution of the country Mexico will be reimburs- April 7, without consent from Con- diversity, and governmental policies the United States ing the United States for the full cost of gress Trump ordered a strike on Syria. based upon science. • 3rd – Cancel all federal funding to such wall.” On April 13, days later Trump ordered The Trump administration has taken Sanctuary Cities Along the same lines he promised that “the mother of all bombs” should a position of denial of climate change. • 4th – Begin removing the more during the same timeframe to “estab- hit ISIS targets in Afghanistan. It did. Unable to fulfill a mandate he pro- than 2 million criminal illegal immi- lish a 2-year mandatory minimum fed- It was the first time the most power- posed before taking office, the boastful grants from the country and cancel eral prison sentence for those illegally ful, non-nuclear arsenal in US posses- candidate vowed to accomplish a myri- visas to foreign countries that won’t re-entering the U.S. after a previous sion had ever been used. ad of pressing issues during his first 100 take them back deportation, and a 5-year mandatory Both strikes have earned kudos on days in office. • 5th – Suspend immigration from minimum for illegally re-entering for social media and even bi-partisan sup- He labeled it “Donald Trump’s Con- terror-prone regions where vetting can- those with felony convictions, multiple port. tract With The American Voter.” not safely occur. All vetting of people misdemeanor convictions or two or “I got it done in the first 100 days.... • 1st – I will announce my intention coming into our country will be consid- more prior deportations; also reforms You think that’s easy?” Trump said to renegotiate NAFTA or withdraw from ered extreme vetting. visa rules to enhance penalties for over- about the Neil Gorsuch confirmation the deal under Article 2205 Next, I will work with Congress to staying and to ensure open jobs are to the Supreme Court, a statement he • 2nd – I will announce our with- introduce broader legislative measures offered to American workers first.” probably attributes to the many suc- drawal from the Trans-Pacific Partner- and fight for their passage within the Gaffes by press secretary Sean Spicer cesses he might be claiming early into ship first 100 days of my administration: has not enhanced Trump’s 100 days in his administration. • 3rd – I will direct my Secretary of One of the recurring promises office. 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Fritson Jean-Baptiste, al with th al with th three years if emphasis “Before the water came adviser to the Department eci is eci is p ad p ad is placed on immediate here, we had to do a lot of Artibonite. “Other S $ S 299 $1,250 action,” said El-Mostafa of work to find drinking areas also have the same for a Last Will 2EPRESENTING lRST TIME HOME BUYERS Benlamlih, the Deputy water. We were forever problem; but, for now, we & Testament IN "ROOKLYN EXCLUDING CO OPS Restrictions May Apply Special Representative of obliged to go fetch water do not have the resources Restrictions May Apply the U.N Secretary-Gen- from Mont-Désir, which to carry out these other eral and U.N. 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Blessed with an unri- valed mix of lyrical acumen, wit and imagery, he has solidified himself as one of music’s premiere entertainers. Though best known for his infectious tunes, Ludacris has proven himself equally adept at composing powerful songs with serious subject matter, such as the hit “Runaway Love.” Further- more, his versatility and artistic com- The UniverSoul Circus’s Fresh the Clowns, the Caribbean Dynasty dancers, Zeke the circus cohost, and plexity enabled him to make a seamless Sifi so thrilled children at the Madison Square Boys and Girls Club in East Flatbush. Photo by Stefano Giovannini transition to acting. On screen, he most recently co- starred in “Furious 7”, a follow-up to Kids were ‘Souled’ on the circus his stellar work in the Fast and Furious franchise’s “2 Fast 2 Furious”, “Fast By Alexandra Simon “It was a very a unique opportuni- bition-off. After the theatrics, they Five” and “Fast & Furious.” He was a It was non-stop Big Top. ty because it’s not every day a circus fielded questions about the 23-year- member of the A-list ensemble assem- Dozens of Brooklyn youths got an comes to you versus you going to the old traveling circus from curious bled for the romantic comedies New entertaining springtime surprise last circus,” said Stan King, clubhouse youngsters, who had a lot to ask. Year’s Eve and No Strings Attached. week when the colorful, boisterous Uni- director at the youth center. “Some “They were speaking to our young Luda also delivered critically- verSoul Circus came roaring through parents might not have the means to people and telling them about the acclaimed performances in Hustle & their East Flatbush youth center. take their kids to a circus, so the fact history behind the circus, how it Flow and the Academy Award-winning The much-publicized circus, cur- that they were able to come to the was founded, and why they bring Best Picture, Crash, as well as on such rently on tour around the city, paid Boys and Girls club and perform for acts from around the world,” King television series as Empire and Law & a rare neighborhood visit to nearly our crowd was a positive thing.” said. “It was an absolutely great and Order: Special Victims Unit. Plus, since 100 underserved kids at the Madison The brightly-costumed perform- wonderful opportunity for the kids to stepping back into the studio, he’s been Square Boys and Girls Club on Bed- ers had their young audience in awe comment and they were very happy wowing music fans with his 8th studio ford avenue April 14, and was received with breathtaking acrobatics, limbo to answer their questions.” album, Ludaversal. with waves of laughter and cheers. and balancing acts and a dance exhi- Continued on Page 29 Continued on Page 28 BQ Caribbean Life, Apr. 21–Apr. 27, 2017 27 TOP 10 SINGLES Shape Of You 1 Ed Sheeran That’s What I Like 2 Bruno Mars I Feel It Coming 3 The Weekend Feat. Daft Punk I Don’t Wanna Live Forever 4 Zayn / Taylor Swift Love On The Brain 5 Rihanna Paris 6 The Chainsmokers The characters realize one has gone rogue. Universal Pictures Scars To Your Beautiful 7 Alessia Cara ing whether they’d be able to KW: You have some excel- L: Everything’s good! I’m get- Something Just Like This get back to the action follow- lent lines in this episode, and ting back into the bloodstream 8 The Chainsmokers & Coldplay Ludacris ing such a moving conclusion. so does Tyrese. The film also of music. I just dropped a single But they handled the transition features some great banter called Vitamin D. Everybody’s Chained To The Rhythm 9 Continued from page 27 seamlessly and very tastefully. between Dwayne Johnson and talking about the video. You Katy Perry Feat. Skip Marley It works perfectly. Jason Statham’s characters. definitely need to check it out. Water Under The Bridge The consummate business- L: It does, Kam. And I feel And Charlize Theron was a ter- There’s this whole hoopla about 10 Adele man, Luda’s latest venture like this is the most clever of rific villain. this CGI (computer-generated) includes the highly-anticipat- all of them. It’s really smart. If L: I think Charlize’s addition chest and abs I have in it. ed Chicken-n-Beer restaurant you see it twice, you’ll notice is one of the picture’s greatest KW: Tell me a little about coming soon to the Hartsfield- a lot of things you missed the qualities. While women were your upcoming projects. Jackson Atlanta Internation- first time. I’m just happy that already fans of the franchise, L: I have an independent TOP 10 al Airport. In addition, he is we continue to outdo our- her performance literally taken film called Ride coming out, dipping his hands in the tech selves, man, because, at this it up another notch, because and I do some voiceover work ALBUMS space by partnering with apps point, it’s like, “How are we she brings her own fan base. in a movie called Show Dogs. such as Roadie, an on-the-way doing this?” There’s definitely KW: She disappeared into Besides that, on TV, they’re delivery service. a higher power controlling the the role so well, I didn’t even bringing back the show Fear The Weight Of These Wings Luda’s philanthropic efforts franchise. know it was Charlize for at Factor with me as the host. 1 Miranda Lambert rival his entertainment accom- KW: What’s it like shooting least 10 minutes after she made KW: Congratulations! Har- plishments. He partnered with without Paul? her first appearance. riet Pakula-Teweles asks: With More Life 2 Crash writer/director Paul Hag- L: It’s very emotional. That’s L: Dude, that’s what I’m try- so many classic films being Drake gis and Artists for Peace and a void that will never be filled. ing to tell you. She’s so good at redone, is there a remake you’d Emperor Of Sand Justice to help raise more than All we can do is carry on his what she does that she make like to star in? 3 Mastadon $4 million for Haitian relief legacy by making the best Vin and everybody else around L: If Halle Berry does a efforts. And he’s raised more movie possible. That adds a lit- her better. We just continue to remake of Monster’s Ball, I’d Divide than $100,000 for Atlanta flood tle pressure on us . up the ante. like to play Billy Bob Thorn- 4 Ed Sheeran victims through The Ludacris KW: But you did manage to KW: You know what was ton’s character. Foundation, too. Having part- outdo yourselves. Other than hilarious? How Clint East- KW: [LOL] Ling-Ju Yen asks: Painting Pictures nered with Jane Fonda, Bill James Bond and some of the wood’s son, Scott, is in the What is your earliest childhood 5 Kodak Black Gates, Richard Branson and comic book adaptations, I can’t film, but playing a nerd instead memory? Lifer Nelson Mandela, to name a think of another franchise with of a macho character you’d L: My earliest childhood 6 MercyMe few, the foundation continues such staying power. expect. memory? That’s a good ques- to inspire youth through edu- L: Exactly! That’s what we L: We always like flipping tion, Kam. Just going out to Big Little Lies: HBO Series cation. 7 like to do... break records! the script a little and doing the the park with my mom, and Soundtrack Here, Luda talks about KW: How do you explain the unexpected which is why it’s so playing on the slides and the reprising the role of Tej Park- series’ enduring appeal? successful. Beauty And The Beast (2017) swings. 8 Soundtrack er in The Fate of the Furious L: I think maybe our really KW: In my review, I said KW: Was there a meaningful opposite Vin Diesel, Dwayne being a family off-screen might this film is worth the price spiritual component to your Moana Johnson, Michelle Rodriguez, have a lot to do with the chem- of admission for the opening childhood? 9 Soundtrack Jason Statham, Charlize Ther- istry you see on-screen. scene alone, like Taken, Dis- L: I grew up Christian, if on and Tyrese. KW: What’s new about your trict B-13 and the remake of that’s what you’re asking. I pre- Long Live Nut 10 Kam Williams: Hi Luda, character, Tej, this go-round? Dawn of the Dead. That drag fer not to get into discussions YFN Lucci thanks for another interview. L: Tej Parker’s happy because race was breathtaking and kept of religion these days. But I’m Ludacris: What’s up, Kam? he got himself a tank provided me on the edge of your seat. very much a believer in a high- KW: I really loved this film! by the U.S. government. And L: Ex act ly, K a m! A nd it move s er power. Presented by L: You and me both. so, I’m you also get to see some skills from one action sequence to KW: If you could have one glad that you feel it. that you never knew he had. the next without ever losing wish instantly granted, what KW: Furious 7 left me in I just love how he continues the integrity or continuity of would that be for? wireless tears, given the sensitive way to grow along with the entire the storyline. L: If I could have one wish they handled Paul Walker’s franchise. That makes it so spe- KW: What’s going on with instantly granted, I would prob- exit. So, that left me wonder- cial. you musically, Luda? ably ask for world peace. 28 Caribbean Life, Apr. 21–Apr. 27, 2017 BQ Same old feeling for New Kingston band By Alexandra Simon “I love when they come for- It was a taste of home cook- ward on the stage and play ing, reggae style. their instruments — Court- The reggae band New King- ney makes these great faces,” ston made their only New York she said. “Seeing the guests stop on their current tour with on stage really personifies a show at the Highline Ball- every great thing I like about room on April 15, and as they them. Not only do they shine performed current and past but they let their guests shine hits for their audience, the too.” Brooklyn-based family band, Sitting in for a few songs consisting of father Courtney with New Kingston were vocal- Sr. and brothers Courtney Jr., ist Alexis Lane and guitarist Stephen, and Tahir Panton, Andy Bassford, who the young- said they found particular joy er band members call a musi- in the local hospitality they cal inspiration. received. “He’s a legend — he’s always “The show was great — been around and we did shows whenever we play at home in with him early in our career,” New York, it’s just a special Tahir said. “Every time we play type of vibe,” said keyboardist with him it makes me realize Tahir Panton. how much we have to keep The show was especially playing.” enjoyable to long-time fans Aside from putting on their dedicated to New Kingston’s show, a memorable moment for particular brand of reggae, said the Pantons was getting to see one woman who attended. a smile on their father’s face. “I’ve been following them “There was section my since 2006 and this is my third brother was ‘bigging-up’ every concert,” said Janelle Robin- Reggae band New Kingston performing at the Highline Ballroom in Manhattan on April 15. member of band and we did my son. “A lot of reggae music is Photo by Stefano Giovannini father last — I looked at my out there that is watered down father and the people in crowd and not positive but I love all The group played about 15 eral fans onstage to perform drummer Courtney’s enter- and said “Wow this is really of the positive music they put songs in an hour-and-a-half with them, which was a high- taining stage presence, Rob- great and his dream is still out there.” set, and even brought sev- light of the show, along with inson said. coming true today,” he said. in 1978, about a bloody shootout in a drama, set during the last days of the warehouse between Boston mobsters Ottoman Empire, about a sophisticated Independent & Foreign Films and members of the Irish Republican Armenian woman (Charlotte Le Bon) Army in the wake of an arms deal gone raised in Europe who lands in a love Behind the White bad. Ensemble cast includes Brie Lar- triangle with a med student (Oscar Glasses (Unrated) Musi- son, Armie Hammer, Sharlto Copley Isaac) and an American photojournal- cal tribute to Italian Kam’s Kapsules and Noah Taylor. ist (Christian Bale) when she returns filmmaker Lina Wert- Phoenix Forgotten (PG-13 for terror, to Constantinople from Paris. Cast muller, the first female By Kam Williams peril and profanity) Found-footage hor- includes James Cromwell, Jean Reno to land Oscar nomina- ror flick, set in Arizona on March 13, and Shohreh Aghdashloo. (In English, tions for Best Director, 1997, about three teens (Chelsea Lopez, German and French with subtitles) Best Original Screenplay and Best For- Eco-documentary about an expedition Justin Matthews and Luke Spencer Unforgettable (R for sexuality, vio- eign Film. Featuring commentary by to Antarctica mounted by a team of Roberts) who mysteriously disappeared lence, profanity and brief nudity) Revenge Martin Scorcese, Sophia Loren and scientists attempting to illustrate the while investigating the supposed sight- thriller revolving around a jealous, jilted Harvey Keitel. (In English and Italian impact of climate change on the deci- ing of a UFO hovering over the desert. divorcee (Katherine Heigl) who becomes with subtitles) mated penguin population. With Florence Hartigan, Clint Jordan unhinged when her ex-husband (Geoff Citizen Jane: Battle for the City Slack Bay (Unrated) Lighthearted and Ana Dela Cruz. Stults) lets his new fiancee (Rosario Daw- (Unrated) Reverential retrospective whodunit about an eccentric family The Promise (PG-13 for mature son) move into the house they once about Jane Jacobs, the visionary activ- whose summer vacation at their sea- themes, sexuality, violence, disturbing shared. With Cheryl Ladd, Whitney Cum- ist who led the preservation fight in the side retreat is ruined by the arrival images and war atrocities) Romance mings and Isabella Rice. face of NYC Parks Commissioner Rob- of a couple of bumbling cops (Didier ert Moses’ plans to flatten urban com- Despres and Cyril Rigaux) investigat- munities in the name of progress. ing the mysterious disappearance of tive and that uplifting,” King said. Leap! (PG for action and impolite numerous tourists. Co-starring Juliette CIRCUS The clubhouse director admitted that humor) Animated adventure about an Binoche, Fabrice Luchini and Jean-Luc he, too, was entertained, but got a big- 11 year-old orphan (Elle Fanning) liv- Vincent. (In French and English with Continued from page 27 ger thrill watching the joy the event ing in Brittany who runs away to Paris subtitles) brought the kids. with a friend (Nat Wolff) to pursue her The Madison Square Boys and Girls “Pretty much I loved everything, and I lifelong dream of becoming a prima bal- BIG BUDGET FILMS Club operates facilities in the Bronx loved to see the impact and the smiles it lerina. Voice cast includes Mel Brooks, Born in China (G) Nature documen- and Brooklyn, serving mostly youths of put on the young peoples faces — that was Carly Rae Jepsen and Maddie Ziegler. tary, narrated by Jon Krasinski, mount- color ages six through 18, and saw the the greatest moment for me,” he said. N.O.L.A. Circus (Unrated) Madcap ing an epic expedition deep into the UniverSoul appearance as a coup. The single-ring UniverSoul Circus comedy chronicling the cutthroat rival- wilds of China to monitor the daily lives “We provide a vital service for the was established in 1994 by Cedric Walk- ry between a couple of New Orleans of three elusive species: pandas, golden community and we open our doors when er, who had a vision to create a circus barbershops located across the street monkeys and snow leopards. (In Eng- kids need us the most. It’s something featuring a large percentage of per- from each other. Ensemble includes lish and Mandarin with subtitles) that is really needed in the community formers of color. He recruited inter- Dave Davis, Reginal Varice, Vas Black- Free Fire (R for sexual references, and being able to partner with the circus nationally, and currently the Atlanta- wood and Taryn Terrell. drug use, graphic violence and per- for entertainment and activities, gives based circus features performers from The Penguin Counters (Unrated) vasive profanity) Crime comedy, set the kids a chance to see something posi- more than 20 countries worldwide. BQ Caribbean Life, Apr. 21–Apr. 27, 2017 29 curean Experience” – on Friday, June CARIB WEEK 9, which will return to the prestigious Capitale in New York City. TURMOIL IN SURINAME Continued from page 30 “The Caribbean is known for its in a calendar full of activities, entertain- incredible smorgasbord of culinary offer- Continued from page 1 are now openly calling for their mem- ment and events designed to showcase ings influenced by its European, African, helm of daily street demonstrations bers to join the street protests, shop- the best of Caribbean tourism. Indian and [peoples of] indigenous her- calling for improved living and work- keepers to close doors and workers to “Caribbean Week New York is the itage,” the organization said. “During ing conditions. down tools and take to the streets. largest regional tourism activity in the Caribbean Week, the Caribbean Celeb- The latest round of protests, which A government statement issued late New York area,” according to organiza- rity Chefs will demonstrate mastery in some leaders have said are aimed Tuesday said authorities “regret” the tion promotional material. “Artists, per- preparing authentic Caribbean dishes at again toppling an NDP-led gov- clashes with police earlier in the day formers, celebrity chefs, investors and at a variety of upscale and highly visible ernment, were sparked by an offi- and urged calm as “we do not benefit strategic partners join government offi- locations, such as Bloomingdales and cial increase in the price of gasoline from turmoil, because there will be cials and the media, as all converge on Williams Sonoma, that support Carib- and the refusal of authorities to meet only one loser, namely our beloved New York for a week that showcases the bean Week and whose customers match demands for salary increases. country Suriname. It is important to diversity and vibrancy of the region.” the profile of potential Caribbean vaca- The ruling cabinet has said that emphasize again that all channels of CTO said the overall objectives of tioners.” it has no money to meet worker communication for everyone and all Caribbean Week New York are: to raise Other Caribbean Week events: demands, largely because of the stark groups are open.” awareness of the Caribbean as a No. 1 • Church service will take place on drop in prices for the main export As they have been unable to generate vacation playground; to deliver events Sun., June 4, 10 a.m. – noon., at St. commodities in recent years. the cash it needs to run the country, that attract significant positive media Gabriel’s Episcopal Church, 331 Haw- The Suriname dollar has been authorities have already dipped into attention; to provide opportunities for thorne Street, Brooklyn. devalued by close to 70 percent, drasti- Central Bank reserves and have bor- member destinations to promote their • Caribbean Diaspora Forum, Mon., cally boosting prices for food and other rowed $478 million from the Interna- individual products and services; and to June 5, 2017, 6 - 9 p.m., at Medgar basics and severely reducing spending tional Monetary Fund. A billion dollar- engage the Caribbean Diaspora. Evers College Founders Auditorium, power. Some shops have closed and plus loan from the Islamic Development Throughout the week, key tourism 1650 Bedford Avenue, Brooklyn. the difficulty in obtaining foreign cur- Bank is yet to be disbursed as govern- and hospitality ministers and directors • Caribbean Tourism Industry rency has forced others to scale back ment has to meet agreed conditions. from around the Caribbean will convene Awards Luncheon, Thurs., June 8, noon their hours and days of operation. In the meantime, the dollar contin- in meetings, seminars and celebrations. - 2 p.m., at the Crystal Ballroom, Wyn- In addition, many Guyanese who ues to weaken and the intensity of the At the same time, the group said, at dham New Yorker, 481 Eighth Avenue, moved east to Suriname in the 1980s protests have forced the energy min- a Media Marketplace, “travel writers and New York City. when that country’s economy had istry to cancel another planned fuel qualified journalists will discover new • Caribbean Media Marketplace, Thurs. tanked to an even worst stage than price increase. products and initiatives while interact- June 8, as well, from 5 - 8:30 p.m., at the Suriname’s, are headed back home General elections are not due for ing with various Caribbean partner Grand Ballroom, Wyndham New Yorker. and the large influx of Brazilians pan- at least another three years but with representatives, who will assist in com- • Rum & Rhythm Benefit and Auc- ning for gold has reduced as the econ- the memory of the late 1990s — when municating the allure and value of Car- tion takes place on Fri., June 9, 6:30 - omy continues its tailspin. 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King It took seven years and much prod- ding, but the St. Vincent Grammar School, the island nation’s oldest, and, arguably, most elite boys’ secondary school, has finally entered a team to compete in the internationally-re- nowned Penn Relays Carnival at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadel- phia. “I believe that we are as prepared as [we] can be, even though some of the boys are yet to embrace the level of maturity that is necessary for a competition of this level,” said the Continued on Page 34 Buzzing about Grenada By Nelson A. King The Grenada Tourism Authority (GTA) says “everyone’s buzzing about Grenada” following the recent hosting of the historic inaugural Grenada Invi- West Indies’ bowler Jason Holder reacts after Australia’s Steven Smith, not in photo, played a shot off his tational. bowl during the opening day of their fi rst cricket Test match in Roseau, Dominica, Wednesday, June 3, The GTA said on Thursday that the 2015. Associated Press / Arnulfo Franco, live broadcast of the Invitational was estimated to reach 90 million homes worldwide via ESPN2. Pakistan bests West Indies bowlers “During that time, viewers were treated to gorgeous visual presentations of ‘Pure Grenada’s’ stunning scenery, By Azad Ali Pakistan took the Series 2-1 as the slumped to 36 for three in their reply friendly people and abundant activities An unbeaten century by Shoaib Windies bowlers failed to press their before a stand of 113 between Hafeez for visitors through adverts and promo- Malik (101) helped Pakistan to an advantage after three early break- Mohammed (81) and Malik put their tional videos provided by the GTA,” the easy six-wicket victory in the final of throughs that stemmed the Pakistan team back on track. statement said. the three-match One-Day Interna- chase. Malik was named Man-of-the- “The GTA, on behalf of the Ministry tional (ODI) Q Mobile Series at the Batting first, the West Indies were Match and also Man-of-the-Series. of Tourism, was delighted to support Guyana National Stadium in Provi- restricted to 233 for 9 from their Following their loss, Captain Jason the hosting of the first Grenada Invi- dence, Guyana. 50 overs. In their reply, Pakistan Continued on Page 34 Continued on Page 34 BQ Caribbean Life, Apr. 21–Apr. 27, 2017 33 Grenada Continued from page 33 tational, as we valued the opportunity to showcase Pure Grenada, the Spice of the Caribbean to the world,” said GTO chief executive officer Patricia Maher. “Our Marketing Manager Francine Stewart dedicated her time and resource to the Local Organizing Committee over an intensive six-month period, and the GTA, together with our PR Agency CAMC, organized our first international press trip group for the year around the event,” she added. “By all accounts, Grenada got the global brand visibility we were looking for with worldwide coverage of over 90 million viewers of the event on ESPN. The marketing exposure we received for our tourism destination was priceless,” Maher continued. The GTA said the 2017 Grenada Invi- tational was the first event of the track and field season, attracting some of the top athletes in the world, including Grenada’s Kirani James, Asafa Powell, Veronica Campbell Brown and Justin Gatlin. Kirani James wins the 400 meter race during the fi rst Grenada Invitational at the the Kirani James Athletics Sta- “It was a historic moment for Grena- dium named after him. puregrenada.com da, as the achievements of the country’s first Olympic medalist were immortal- letes either posted personal best times As for the five members of the GTA- trip, including getting the chance ized with the Athletics Stadium being or broke national records. organized press trip from Canada, the to meet Grenadian Olympian Kirani renamed the Kirani James Athletics But, apart from competing, the US and the Caribbean, “they thorough- James,” the GTA said. Stadium,” the GTA said. “This moment GTA said the athletes took time to ly enjoyed their experience and are It said that it believes that the host- was crowned by James winning the enjoy Grenada’s natural beauty, add- excited to write about destination ‘Pure ing of the Grenada Invitational and 400m race to the jubilation of the ing that “they are sharing with the Grenada’”, the GTA said. coverage, via ESPN, will boost arrivals crowd.” world via Facebook, Twitter and “Their social media accounts are in Grenada in the coming months from The GTA said some of the other ath- Instagram.” buzzing with every moment of their all source markets. Holder said the West Indies bats- making progress despite losing “This is getting worst and men Pakistandid not score enough runs the four-match series against worst and I’ve started believ- to challenge Pakistan. Pakistan recently in the Carib- ing that these guys don’t know Continued from page 33 bean. or have the know how to win West Indies lost the first T20 games”, Sir Curtly was quoted It is now on to the three in Barbados and the other three as saying. Tests. games at the Queen’s Park Oval, “Too many times they find Meanwhile,legendary West Port of Spain, Trinidad, themselves in a winning posi- I n d i e s f a s t b o wl e r C u r t l y A m b r o s e Following their last defeat, tion and then for some strange said the regional team appeared both Braithwaite and Law said reasons it’s just like they lose to be deteriorating, following the home side had improved, their focus, they lose their train recent statements by Twenty20 despite not getting the result of thought and end up losing and captain Carlos Brathwaite and but Sir Curtly said the Windies it’s like they don’t have the know Pakistan’s captain Shoaib Malik, right, plays a shot as Sri coach Stuart that the Windies is appeared to be deteriorating. to win anymore,” said Sir Curtly. Lanka’s Kumar Sangakkara, left, follows play. AP from not venturing out to the games St. Vincent runners ready before. “We did not think that it was a prior- Continued from page 33 “For most of the guys, this will be ity,” he said, adding that “the amount of their first international competition; money it costs to send a team to Penn school’s head coach Rawlson Morgan in and, for others, it’s their first time could have been better spent on more an exclusive Caribbean Life interview. out, so you can understand the level urgent needs. I also felt that you must “We, like all other teams, are hoping to of excitement being exhibited by all,” have a team that is just not going to be do quite well, even to get to the final. Morgan said. there but be competitive enough to be “The guys [athletes] are very excit- He noted that St. Vincent Grammar there.” ed,” added Morgan, who, along with School, despite its prestige and influ- Nevertheless, Morgan said the eight the principal-headmaster, Curtis King, ence, will follow the footsteps of Tho- athletes, who will compete in the large and athletic department head Suzan- mas Saunders Secondary School, which Principal Curtis King. St. Vincent school category — Thomas Saunders na-Marie Leigertwood-Olliviere, will be made history seven years ago by being Grammar School will compete in the smaller school cat- among the school’s 13-member contin- the first and only secondary school in egory because of the size of its student gent at the Penn Relays, the oldest and St. Vincent and the Grenadines to par- Morgan lamented that greater and body — “have worked really hard and largest collegiate athletic meet in the ticipate in the Relays, held annually at competing interests, primarily finan- have shown that they deserve to be United States. Philadelphia’s Franklin Field. cial, prevented the grammar school there.” 34 Caribbean Life, Apr. 21–Apr. 27, 2017 BQ W. Indies batsman wins in court By Azad Ali West Indies batsman Marlon Sam- uels has won his defamation case against former Australian fast bowler Geoff Lawson and is set to receive “substantial damages” and a full pub- lic apology for certain derogatory com- ments he made in a radio program last year. The Jamaican’s England-based law- yer Suzette Thompson said Lawson had erred in making offensive comments on the “Big Sports Breakfast,” saying that her client was now pleased with the outcome. “These comments were published and aired without proper journalist research, nor was Samuel contacted to give his views on the damaging remarks about his character,” she said. The attorney said Lawson and the Big Sports Breakfast radio have now settled and are issuing a full public apology and agreed to pay substantial damages to Samuel. Speaking a day after Samuels steered West Indies to win the Twenty20 World Cup in India last April, Lawson claimed West Indies’ Marlon Samuels hits a six to reach 50 runs off India’s Amit Mishra during their fi rst one-day interna- the player was associated with criminal tional cricket match in Port of Spain, Trinidad, Monday June 6, 2011. Associated Press / Andres Leighton, File activity in Jamaica and was “a guy you don’t muck around with on or off the “erroneous, malicious and unjustifiable it had been important to defend his to the Marlon Samuels Society for the field.” comments”. values. Blind in Jamaica along with other char- Samuels then instructed his lawyers Samuels, 36, a veteran of 71 Tests It is understood that Samuels will ities, according to the Jamaica Observ- to take legal action against Lawson fir and 187 One-Day Internationals, said donate a percentage of the damages er. How does the BROOKLYN PAPER sound? 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