National Weekly June 16, 2016

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Orlando grieves Caribbean-Americans could be among casualties of Orlando mass shootings Dr. Garth A. Rose

In the wake of the tragic shooting death of 49 individuals at the Pulse nightclub in Orlando last Sunday morning, reports suggest at least two Jamaicans may be among the casualties, including the 53 injured.

The Jamaican Minister for Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Kamina Jonhson-Smith, has issued a release stating that the Jamaican Consulate in Miami received unconfirmed reports that at least two Jamaican nationals were casualties in the attack.

However, Jamaican Consul General for the South East USA in Miami, Franz Hall, says they are still confirming these claims.

“The Consulate has been in touch with several Jamaican community leaders in Orlando to ascertain whether any Jamaican nationals were affected,” said Hall. “We have also requested the City's assistance in identifying Jamaican nationals who may have been affected by this tragedy."

The Consul is also conducting “checks through the Office of Foreign Missions, and also the hospitals in Orlando, in an effort to confirm these reports,” said Hall, though he warned the public that “the verification process however, may take some time,

Tweets on rainbow flag go viral

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Kathy Barrett In the aftermath of the deadliest shooting in U.S. history, Jamaica has been thrown into the spotlight following comments made by Attorney General Marlene Malahoo Forte in relation to a flag being flown on the compound of the U.S.

Embassy in Kingston.

Malahoo Forte, in a personal social media post said while she condemned the recent mass shooting at a gay nightclub in Orlando, Florida, she disagreed with having the rainbow flag – a symbol of the LGBT community, being flown in Jamaica. The U.S. embassy in Kingston has been flying

SOUTH FLORIDA

Local leaders commend new bill strengthening U.S. ties to Caribbean Dr. Garth A. Rose

Local leaders are commending the recent passage of a new bill by the U.S. House of Representatives to increase U.S. engagement with Caribbean governments and the Caribbean-American community.

The bill, called the United States-Caribbean Strategic Engagement Act of 2016, requires the Secretary of State and the Administrator of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) to submit to Congress a multiyear strategy focused on enhancing engagement with the countries of the Caribbean and Diaspora communities in the U.S. The legislation puts particular emphasis on regional security, energy

stability, expanded diplomacy, and economic diversification. The bill was tabled by Representative Engel, accompanied by Republican Congresswoman Ileana RosLehtinen from South Florida. The bill was also endorsed by Institute of Caribbean Studies (ICS) in Washington D.C., who lobbied heavily for the bill.

“This was a top priority for the Caribbean Congressional Caucus and the ICS,” says Florida Representative, Jamaican-American Hazelle Rogers, who is a frequent representative on Caribbean-American caucuses to Washington, D.C. “I'm excited this legislation passed the House in June, Caribbean Heritage Month, as we focus on branding, educating and empowering the Caribbean community.”

South Florida's board member of the ICS, Roxanne Valies, also

commended the “swift passage” of the bill, which “shows great promise for improved relationship between the United States and the Caribbean,” as well as outlining “ an approach to broaden outreach to the Caribbean Diaspora community in the continues on B4 New bill

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The Taste of Victory Team Trinidad and Tobago sweep their golden plates in the air a er winning the Caribbean Na onal Team of the Year awardat this past weekend's Taste of the Caribbean culinary compe on in Miami. – Contributed Photo.

Keeping the Law Chief Ian A. Moffe (back le ) poses with law magnet students prior to a friendly compe on with police officers at Barbara Goleman Senior High.

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Story Time These performers are stru ng their stuff at the recent Déjà vu Theater produc on of “Miss Lou in Color,” a play honoring the legacy of Jamaican poet Louise Benne at the African American Research Library and Cultural Center.

(L-R): Marie Gill, Nadine Brady Taylor, Jennifer Grant and Esther Campbell. CNW Photo – Andres Hernandez.

Mad Dash These young athletes are caught in their final dash to the finish line at the recent Miami Northwest Express Track and Field Classic at Ansin Sports Complex in Miramar. CNW Photo – Andres Hernandez.

Standing Pre y Chef and caterer Michelle Jones pauses for a quick shot on the red carpet at this past weekend's People Profile Awards held at the Sunrise Performing Arts Theater. – Contributed Photo.

Hype Man The one and only Dancehall legend Yellowman (L) hypes up Papa Michigan as he performs at the recent People Profile awards in Sunrise. – Contributed Photo.

Rhythm Na on This steel drummer from Pantas k Steel band is keeping the rhythm at this past weekend's Caribbean Brazilian Fes val in Fort Lauderdale.

CNW Photo – Andres Hernandez Back at you, man Founder and host of the inaugural People Profile awards, Dr. Allan Cunningham, welcomes Jamaican Consul General in Miami, Franz Hall, at the recent ceremony in Sunrise.

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A Helping Hand Hai an-American Nurses Associa on (HANA) VP/President-Elect Marsha Eloi is hard at work packing medical supplies at Shalom Community Church in North Miami for their upcoming health mission to Hai . – Contributed Photo.

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Investing in Jamaica Forum highlights pathways for investment in Diaspora Dr. Garth A. Rose & Jahlisa Harvey

Encouraging greater personal investment in Jamaica among the Diaspora, the community showed up in droves for the recent public forum “Jamaica…The Place of Choice to Live, Work, Raise Families and Do Business by 2030: an economic & social perspective.”

Hosted by the Victoria Mutual Building Society (VMBS), the forum highlighted numerous investment opportunities, particularly in real estate.

In an interview with National Weekly, VMBS President/CEO Courtney Campbell assured the Jamaica Diaspora of several current incentives.

“VMBS provides for an excellent opportunity for Jamaicans in the Diaspora to save, especially as interest rates in Jamaica are much more attractive in the U.S.” said Campbell.

“And moreover, these are interest rates on a secure institution.” Although plans are on stream to comprehensively grow the Jamaican

economy by 2030, Jamaica's current financial sector “is strong, growing, well capitalized and well supervised.”

“The current positive interest rate and the strength of the Jamaican business sector also provide dual incentives for the Diaspora to invest in Jamaica,” says Campbell. Interest payments “are offered in both Jamaican and U.S. dollars, [and] are very competitive,” which makes conditions ideal for the Diaspora to purchase real estate.

Addressing concerns by many contemplating saving their funds in Jamaica, Campbell gave assurance that the principal amount and the related interest “can be withdrawn at any

time without penalty.” In addition, provisions have been made to protect these investors from the frequently devalued Jamaican currency.

Such protections are also included for investors here in the U.S., says Suzette Rochester, the manager of the VMBS Representative office in South Florida.

Thanks to the bank's VM iGain More program, investors can be protected from the devaluation of the Jamaican dollar. The program offers two high yield incentives denominated in both $US and $J currencies attracting competitive interest rates of 3 percent and 6.25 percent respectively, based on the opening balances on both accounts.

Help for Florida Millennials seeking their first home With rents in South Florida higher than ever, experts report that more millenials are turning to the real estate market for their first home as the only alternative.

“These young people think it's futile to pay high prevailing rents,” says Miramar real estate agent Beverly Harrow, who reports seeing a steady increase in demand by young buyers for condos and dwelling houses.

Harrow however notes that buyers will face a challenge securing their first home, as “currently

the demand for residential property in the region outweighs the supply, pushing up the prices of the available homes and the down-payment requirement.”

That's what young Caribbean-American newlyweds, Wayne and Morgan Harrison, experienced in their home search. The couple said they experienced “renter's shock” when searching for a two-bedroom apartment.

“We sought an apartment in a safe neighborhood, but close enough to shopping, highways, and so on,” said Morgan. “The least expensive was $1,500 monthly, way outside our planned $1,200 budget.”

Encouraged by continued low interest rates,

they decided on purchasing a home thanks to “surprisingly easy credit requirements”' But their efforts fell short when they discovered the high down-payment required. Another CaribbeanAmerican, Felicia Ramsay, 31, says she was recently qualified to purchase a “cute condo in West Kendall, but I couldn't afford the required $20,000 down payment.”

Harrow said it's the responsibility of realtors to not only find buyers the home of their dreams at the most favorable price, “but also help them get the best mortgage deal, including affordable down-payments.”

Young buyers can get some relief “through the Neighborhood Stabilization Program,” says

Harrow, which is “a federal program that allots funds to the states, and is passed on to counties and cities.” Harrow said she's surprised more homeowners aren't aware of this program.

Depending on the neighborhood, home-buyers in Broward County can get up to $35,000 in downpayment assistance, and those in Miami-Dade and Palm Beach County, can received $23,688 and $21,875 in assistance respectively.

“Most of the young people that contact me about home purchasers are middle-income earners, averaging $45 to $48,000 annually,” says Harrow. “So most would meet income guidelines set by the National Stabilization Program to qualify for assistance.”

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ST. LUCIA

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PM Anthony steps down from SLP

CARICOM launches Medical Marijuana Commission

Former Prime Minister of St. Lucia, Dr. Kenny Anthony has formally resigned as leader of the St. Lucia Labor Party (SLP) less than a week after he led the party into defeat in the June 6 general election.

The election to choose his successor will most likely be held in October. Meanwhile, former Deputy Prime Minister Phillip J. Pierre will lead the party.

Anthony, who submitted his resignation letter on Thursday, had signaled his intention to step down as SLP as well as Opposition Leader after the party failed to win a second consecutive term in office in Monday's general election. But he promised to support his colleagues and remain as the parliamentary representative for Vieux Fout South in Parliament.

SLP general secretary, Leo Clarke, said that

after seven days of receiving Anthony's resignation, a national council meeting will be held to endorse Pierre as the acting leader, until the party's next convention in October when a new leader will be chosen. SLP parliamentarians are due to meet on Friday to elect a leader in the Parliament.

Anthony had served as Prime Minister on three occasions and the candidates to replace him are likely to include Pierre, the second deputy leader Alva Baptiste, and newcomer Dr. Ernest Hilaire, the former chief executive officer of the West Indies Cricket Board.

Meanwhile, members of the new Cabinet, led by new Prime Minister Allen Chastanet, took their oaths of allegiance this week at a swearingin ceremony at the Phillip Marcellin Grounds, in Vieux Fort.

The CARICOM Regional Commission on Marijuana staged the first of its national consultations on the use of the drug for medicinal purposes at a meeting in St. Vincent this past week.

Kenny Anthony

Last year, Caribbean Community (CARICOM) leaders agreed on the composition of a Commission to examine marijuana legalization throughout the 15-member regional bloc.

The Bahamas Prime Minister Perry Christie said the Commission seeks “to look into the economic, health and legal issues surrounding the use of marijuana and to consult with stakeholders to get a view on the issue.”

The marijuana legalization debate has been on the Caribbean's agenda for more than a year.

In February last year, Jamaica's Parliament agreed to decriminalize small amounts of marijuana and establish a licensing agency to regulate a lawful medicinal marijuana industry.

The legislation allows for residents to carry up to two ounces of marijuana without it being on their criminal record, and grow up to five plants where permitted.

TRINIDAD & TOBAGO

Parliament Showdown over vote In Trinidad and Tobago opposition legislators on Friday staged a walkout of the Parliament after the Speaker Bridgid Annisette-George denied a request by Opposition Leader Kamla Persad Bissessar to debate an issue as a matter of urgent public importance.

Persad Bissessar had sought to have the Parliament debate access to the Children's Life Fund and the increase in murders. She said financially disadvantaged children who are in need of life-saving surgeries have not had access to the Fund.

“The matter is urgent because several children who were in need of life-saving medical treatment have already died because of Government's failure to provide timely assistance from the Fund and the lives of other children similarly circumstanced are in dire jeopardy.

“It is urgent because on a daily basis the financial burden on the less fortunate families in our society increases and with that, the number of children who are unable to access urgent life-saving treatment due to lack of financial resources also increases,” the Opposition Leader said.

But the Speaker said that the matter did not qualify under Standing Order 17 and advised that the Opposition Leader should pursue the matter under Standing Order 16.

Her ruling resulted in the opposition legislators walking out of Parliament.

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Seeking Justice for Women A recent court ruling in a college rape case went viral in California, when Judge Aaron Persky sentenced a privileged, young, male white student and champion athlete to a mere six months in jail (out of a potential 14-year sentence) for brutally raping a young woman on the Stanford University campus in California.

While there's public outcry at the low sentence for such a serious assault, compared to the life sentences often shelled out by the courts for nonviolent crimes, this decision also has implications for women who are victims of sexual abuse.

Lately, there have been increasing reports of sexual assault on female students on American college campuses. There have also been publicized reports of women subjected to sexual assault in the armed forces and the workplace. Abduction and sexual assault against students also make the headlines.

Meanwhile, domestic violence continues unabated against women in relationships, with several incidences culminating in serious injury and death.

It often feels like the moral fabric of society relating to women is badly tattered. Each day there's a new hole in the little untorn fabric.

There's great concern that sexual and other physical abuses against women are getting worse, not better.

This may be, perhaps, due to our culture's continued perception of women as objects of exploitation rather than citizens deserving dignity and agency. Through social media we see women are increasingly targeted for sexual exploitation. Several websites regularly expose women of all races and ethnicities explicitly nude, sometimes in graphic sexual acts.

Meanwhile, the images of provocatively dressed women are used as mere decoration in advertisements, despite years of complaints by gender advocates. This culminates into a culture that perceives women as targets for sex,

rather than fully realized human beings.

Meanwhile, we have a judicial system that has not done enough to provide a sense of security for sexual assault victims, often failing to execute justice. While Judge Persky's implausible sentence to a privileged, young, white man is unacceptable, his actions only echo the injustices often experienced by women who have been sexually abused. According to a report by The Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network, one woman in every six has been the victim of an attempted or completed sexual assault. Yet according to the report several women are reluctant to report sexual harassment. The vast majority of women don't report such abuse, wary of the resulting humiliation, embarrassment and the penchant for some attorneys and courts to make victims the instigators or perpetrators.

While men in the community are urged to be more respectful of women, this appeal struggles with the limited, sexualized views of women in today's culture. We as a community, both men and women, must commit to change, aggressively militate against abuse and misogyny. We must be bold enough to report when abuse occurs, while maintaining positive roles as parents, spouses and community leaders.

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LETTER TO THE EDITOR “Weed-out” college courses impeding success I am a Jamaican National who has been involved with educating Developmental Math at probably the largest College (formally Community College) in America since 1996, and thus I give this response to the June 2nd Editorial “Weeding Out College Course Impeding Success,” from a purely learning perspective based on the years of my involvement.

To emphasize your opinions and suggestions as given in the "Weed Out" article, based on what appears to be statistical research, is unfair to the system and misleading to the general public. This research that was used, how was it conducted? How deep did they look into actual behavior of the failing student? How deep did they look into the type of education that was being offered to each failing student? Or, did they only take the amount of failures in certain regions, look where they live and then go "Oops that must be the reason?" This whole idea presented falls into the exact same category, as the many students who say the teacher is the reason they fail.

When I teach a Developmental Math course of 35 to 40 students, and if the results happen to fall into the national average of 70 to 80 percent of the students not getting a passing grade, you best believe that not even half of them come from those types of neighborhoods referred to in the article.

For me, it is not that certain types of neighborhoods won't offer more resources than others, but to make a complete equity of failure to the neighborhood tends to limit the potential scope of the problem, and thus there will never be a solution to the problem.

What about the many students who come from absolutely deplorable home conditions throughout their academic lives, and yet they directed and pushed themselves in a direction that allowed them to achieve the ultimate level of success? What about them?

What I want to stress is that as much as you may give your views from the research information you have gotten, I think it better serves being fair and balance by giving research information from all angles, because if we continue on the path society is going academically, nothing will change. As matter of fact, it will get worse as it already is, and the next generation in America will be in severe trouble.

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LA SECCION HAITIENNE

HACCOF welcomes new board members

Honoré calls on Parliament to protect democracy The Special Representative of the United Nations Secretary-General for Haiti is calling on Haitians political actors to ensure the credibility of the country's institutions as it prepares for fresh round of presidential and legislative elections later this year.

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The Haitian-American Chamber of Commerce of Florida has announced the appointment of five new members to their Board, as part of their initiative to engage the next generation of business leaders among the local Diaspora.

The selected new members are banking executive Delleperche Joseph, former Consul General of Haiti to Miami, François Guillaume II, attornies Kara Vaval Ferrier and Lody Jean, and community advocate Linda Julien.

Delleperche Joseph is a Commercial Banking Executive at TD Bank.

With 11 years of experience in banking, lending and financial services, Joseph has also served as First Vice President/Commercial Relationship Manager at Suntrust Bank in Miami and is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA). He serves on the Education Committee for the Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce, and the Board of Directors of Family Counseling Services of Greater Miami, Inc. Economist François Guillaume II has served as the Minister of Haitians Living Abroad of the Republic of Haiti and the Consul General of the Republic of Haiti in Miami. In his government role, he launched several business initiatives serving the Diaspora, including a customer service bureau and a re-branding strategy encouraging the Diaspora to invest in Haiti. His efforts led to a 50 percent increase in diaspora economic and social investment activities. Guillaume has continued his private investment and capital leveraging ventures through his consulting firm GuiLac, along with joining LSL World Initiative, a global consultancy firm.

Kara Vaval Ferrier, Esq is the President and founder of the Vaval Ferrier Law Group, practicing mainly in the areas of immigration law and personal injury law. She participated in the Shepard Broad Law

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Julien

Center Pro Bono Honors Program and interned at the Legal Aid Services of Broward County where she worked as an immigration law clerk, dealing with cases ranging from Violence Against Women Application (VAWA) to T and U visas. Ferrier's currently serves on the Board of Directors of the Haitian Lawyers' Association and was recently awarded the Beacon of Hope and Achievement Award by the Consulate of the Republic of Haiti in Miami.

Community development leader Linda Julien serves as the Assistant Procurement Director for the City of North Miami, dedicating her career to serving the community and mentoring school-aged children. In 2007 she was appointed as a board member of the Affordable Housing Advisory Board for the Office of Community & Economic Development for Miami Dade County. Subsequently, in 2008 she was appointed to the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee for the City of North Miami, where she later was voted in as Vice-Chair.

Lody Jean is a former Assistant State Attorney in Miami-Dade County, working as the Felony Division Chief assigned to prosecute homicide cases. She now serves in private practice, handling a variety of immigration related cases and issues. She is a member of the Florida Bar's Unlicensed Practice of Law Committee for the Eleventh Judicial Circuit, which is tasked to investigate unlicensed practice of law cases.

She is also currently the President-Elect of the Haitian Lawyers Association.

Established in February 2005, the Haitian-American Chamber of Commerce of Florida (HACCOF) serves as a resource for its members, partners and businesses, dedicated to serving their needs and the economic development of the broader Haitian-American community.

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Sandra Honoré, who is also Head of the UN Stabilization Mission in Haiti (MINUSTAH), said she was urging them “to maintain a constructive approach to ensure the continuity of governance at all levels and to pursue the electoral process as foreseen.”

In a statement, Honoré, said she expects the Haitian Parliament to meet in the National Assembly to open the second ordinary session of the legislative year on Monday, in keeping with the country's constitution.

On February 14, the Haitian National Assembly elected Jocelerme Privert as the country's interim President, one week after former President Michel Martelly departed without a successor.

On April 25, UN Secretary General BanKi-moon said he was deeply concerned that the agreed-upon date for holding elections in Haiti – April 24 – had not been met.

That date had been set following an agreement – known as the February 5 Agreement – between Haitian stakeholders to preserve institutional continuity and further the electoral process.

Last week, the General Secretariat of the Organization of American States (OAS) welcomed the publication of the Haitian electoral calendar set for October 9, 2016, and January 8, 2017 by the Provisional Electoral Council (CEP).

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Beres heads to Broward King of Lovers Rock returns for special concert

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The one and only “King of Lovers Rock” Beres Hammond will make summer sizzle at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts.

Known as the “Otis Redding of Reggae” for his soulful vibe and smoky-sweet, bourbon-on-the-rocks vocals, Beres Hammond returns to the Au-Rene Theater at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts on Saturday, July 23 at 7:30 p.m.

Considered by many to be Jamaica's greatest practicing singer-songwriter, Hammond received Grammy Award nominations for “Music is Life” and “One Love, One Life.” His many top hits include “Tempted to Touch,” “Double Trouble,” “Putting Up Resistance” and “Not Over Until It's Done.”

With what he estimates to be 25 albums to his name, Hammond was awarded the Order of Jamaica

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Summer Film Fling Binge on these latest movie releases from VP Records Jamaican Mafia Already a cult classic, this ever popular gangster thriller follows the young and financially frustrated car salesman Zoolian “Zoo-Zoo” Anderson (played by Mykal Fax), who discovers that his uncle Soljie (played by the iconic Paul Campbell) is a powerful crime boss of the Jamaican Mafia organization.

Zoolian ditches his corporate lifestyle to follow his desperate desire for riches and fame. This film leads a journey into dark places, lit up along the way by laughter, sex and thrillerworthy surprises that will leave viewers discussing and debating it long after the movie ends.

The Lioness Of The Jungle - Calypso Rose Celebrating Calypso Rose, the living legend and uncontested diva of calypso music, this documentary follows Rose as she travels on tour to Paris, New York, Trinidad and Tobago, and back to Africa. In each place, we learn a little more about the many faces and facets of her life. It is a film not only about memory, the exchange and discovery of world cultures, but also about the journey of this exemplary artist, going behind the glitz and glitter for an intimate portrait of the star and her music.

for his contribution to the nation's music industry.

Hammond grew up listening to his father's collection of soul legends Sam Cooke, Marvin Gaye and Otis Redding. Born in Jamaica's garden parish St. Mary, Hammond made regular trips to the downtown record shops in Kingston and points to the musical influences of Jamaican greats such as Heptones lead singer Leroy Sibbles, velvety vocalist Ken Boothe and rock steady pioneer Alton Ellis.

After graduating from high school, Hammond joined the fusion band Zap Pow. Four years later, he went solo and released Soul Reggae that included the hit single “One Step Ahead,” which held the number one spot on the Jamaican charts for three-and-a-half months and continues to be a fan favorite for his signature impassioned vocals.

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Skotch Bonnett Band heating up New band breaks into local reggae scene

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Jahlisa Harvey The South Florida reggae scene is heating up as its latest arrival, Skotch Bonnett, is burning up the stage with their unique blend of classic one drop and a full dose of soul.

The brain child of lead vocalist, Jamaican-born Ryan Willis, Skotch Bonnett stands out among a talented crowd with their seasoned musicianship, spiced up with a classic mix of a threepart harmony, similar to the likes of Beres Hammond's “Harmony-House Singers” and Bob Marley and the Wailers' “IThrees.” They successfully deliver the reggae rhythms from each generation, blending it with a stew of classic R&B, rock and roll, dance and funk. The South Florida native band consists of guitarist and band manager Ray C. Gordon, Vinny on keyboard, Carvel on bass, and Akil on drums. Ryan's velvet smooth vocals are joined up with the delightful melodies of singers Dotti, Adorah and Porsha E. Skotch Bonnett has been making the rounds on the local concert circuit, most recently wooing the crowd at the Deerfield

Beach Summer Music Festival last weekend, as well as the Sunrise Kiwanis Mother's Day celebration and the Zaka Festival in Little Haiti. The band is next due to perform on Sunday, June 18 at music hotspot, Fins and Things Bar and Grill in Sunrise, where they will perform the third Sunday of every month.

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What's Love Got To Do With It? What you need to know about marriage and law before saying I Do! Georgia D.N. Robinson, Esq. There is a popular saying that the poor marry for love and the rich marry for money. What the rich know that the poor don't is that marriage has always been an “economic partnership” designed to protect financial wealth through maintaining family lineage and allowing only so called “legitimate” children to inherit.

Marriage is a legal social contract in the eyes of the law. Persons are not married unless they follow the state or country's marriage laws. Similarly, they can only be divorced under the laws of their state or country. And since marriage is like any contractual agreement, it is important to know one's rights and responsibilities.

Here is some information one should know about marriage in the state of Florida.

There is no “my” paycheck, only “our” paychecks once you're married. The husband's and wife's incomes are an asset of the economic partnership. Any financial and intellectual achievements, including professional licenses in nursing, law, medicine and dentistry are also marital assets despite the fact that only one person attended school. Student loans are considered marital debt owed by both parties.

Any appreciation during the marriage on assets owned prior to the marriage, including real estate and pensions, becomes a marital asset. Inheritance can be subject to marital distribution, and that is why the wealthy have always used trusts to protect the next generation's wealth when they marry. Equity means a fair division of assets, not equal division. What is fair depends on the length of the marriage and other factors used by the court.

The courts are increasingly awarding 50-50 time sharing for children to divorced parents, and this impacts the payment of child support. Men are also entitled to alimony, especially when today's women often earn more than their husbands. The courts are also designating more men as primary residential parents, while women are paying child support to men. In determining child support, the court does not consider how much the non-residential parent is paying for child support unless it is being paid by a court order.

The husband and wife must make full disclosure of all assets owned jointly or individually during a divorce. I strongly believe that everyone should consult a lawyer to determine their rights and responsibilities before getting married. At the very least, one should review a financial affidavit and know the required mandatory financial disclosure, which will be required during a divorce. (I also believe that people should make full financial disclosure before marriage.) The biggest cause for litigation during a divorce occurs when couples learn how much financial information they are legally required to divulge during the divorce process, how much of their income they earned before and during the marriage that they are legally required to share with their spouse; and how much of the spouse's debt is their responsibility.

Remember, marriage is a legally binding contract. Know your rights and responsibilities before saying I Do! Georgia D.N. Robinson, Esq., is in Fort Lauderdale, Florida and serves her community as an attorney, mediator and reading advocate. She can be reached at 954-535-0827 or at robinsonlawmediation@gmail.com.

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CBA announces scholarships winners The Caribbean Bar Association (CBA) has announced this year's winners of their annual Scholarship Program, celebrating promising legal students of Caribbean descent in Miami-Dade and Broward Counties.

The 2016 CBA Scholarship Program recipients are Herboo Marceau of St. Thomas University School of Law and Chanelle Artiles of Florida International University College of Law. Both will receive a paid judicial or public interest legal summer internship, as well as a $3000 stipend – supplied by donations and fundraising efforts by CBA members and supporters. Both will complete their internships at Legal Services of Greater Miami Inc., the largest provider of broad-based civil legal services for the poor in Miami-Dade and Monroe Counties, and is recognized in the state and in the nation as a model legal services program.

Fluent in English, French and Creole, Marceau received his Bachelor's Degree in Private Law from University of Limoges in Limoges, France, as well as earning a Master's in business law, in addition to international and European criminal law. Marceau is expected to graduate in Spring 2017. Fluent in English and Spanish, Artiles earned a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance and International Business from Florida International University's College of Business. She was also appointed to the executive board of the National Black Law Student Association (NBLSA) for the 2015-2016 term, where she served as Career Specialist.

Founded in 1994 and based in Miami, Florida, the Caribbean Bar Association's mission seeks to inform, educate and empower all members of the CaribbeanAmerican community in South and Central Florida.

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Golden Standard Caribbean-Americans honored at inaugural People Profile Awards It was a night of Caribbean achievement and excellence at this past weekend's inaugural People Profile Awards, held at the Sunrise Civic Center. Inspired by popular interview series, People Profile, this red carpet affair launched by Dr. Allan Cunningham shined the spotlight on the many individuals among the Caribbean-American community who inspire, motivate and educate.

As the recipient of the Business Figure/Public Person award, Jamaica's Consul General in Miami, Franz Hall, praised his dedicated staff, recognizing them as the real winners. Meanwhile, Eddy Edwards - founder of the Jamaican Jerk Festival, received his award for the Entertainment event of the year. He expressed shock and jubilation upon receiving his award, as he too attributed his success to others in his organization. Jephtah Thomas, the winner of the Courage Award, also expressed how happy he was at the quality of the show and that it had exceeded his expectations.

The night also gave way to a host of entertainment from accomplished artistes. The evening spirit was kept light thanks to the guidance of MCs Paul Johnson a.k.a. “Mr. Flavors” and Kelly Smith, who both delighted the audience with comical and political satire. The stage show also included stellar performance from Mia Rahm, Mical Russell, King Bantan, Twiggi, Suzanne Sultry, Michael Schloss, and Kidson Barnes. Papa Michigan was magical and was a crowd favorite, while dancehall icon Yellowman took down the house, taking patrons down memory lane with a slew of his popular hits. While Yellowman received the Lifetime

Caribbean American Heritage Month ROUND UP June 19 to 25 June 19 Heart of Summer Premiere Cinema Paradiso 6:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. – Filmed in South Florida, “The Heart of Summer” will make its premiere in front of a home audience at this special showing.

This romantic, instant classic features a slew of Caribbean stars, including Lex Kelly-Meade, Tesh Beckham and the one and only Paul Campbell.

Bangarang Coral Springs Center for the Arts 7 p.m. – Keith “Shebada” Ramsey returns to South Florida in the hit Jamaican play “Bangarang,” featuring fellow stars Chris McFarlane and Monique Ellis. The hit is written by David Tulloch and directed by Lloyd Allen.

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Achievement Award, he never shy away from his fans. He did a masterpiece performance and chants of “more, more, more” became like a theme song from the energetic audience.

The 2016 People Profile Awards team include: stage director Roy Campbell Chester Bishop, Anthony D'Oley, Mark Cameron, Judith Cunningham, Sophia Allen Hendricks, Horace Cox, Tricia Chung Foster, Jannice Davis, Claudine Forester, Andrea Hall, and Sonjahtu Martin. In addition to honoring members of the community, the event also raised funds for charities such as the Coalition of Jamaican alumni Associations, the Jamaican Diaspora Legacy Foundation, the Opal Davis Lunch Project and the Tom Joyner foundation.

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Carib Style Week: Westfield Fashion Pop-Up Westfield Broward Mall As part of the weeklong Carib Style Week celebration, the Westfield Mall will be hosting a pop-up show highlight designers from across the Caribbean and the Diaspora. Featured designers include swim and active wear designer Chandra Maharaj Designs from Trinidad and Brazil, Trinidadian resort wear designer Homanic Designs, JA Sandal Company from Jamaica, and Jamaica men's and women's wear designer Franz Christie, Guyana designer Sonia Noel, and Carib Style Activewear from Trinidad.

June 23 MC2 Regional Tech MeetUp The Palm Court, Miami 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. – Promoting technological innovation among the Diaspora, Miami Caribbean Code (MC2) hosts this annual meet-up, with panel discussion and talks on the latest tech trends and opportunities.

June 24 Carib Style Week: Carnival Rocks the Runway Revolution LIVE, Fort Lauderdale 8 p.m. to 4 a.m. – This pop-up fashion event will feature the top ten Carnival bands and designers from One Carnival, as paraders hit the runway along with DJ Puffy and Friends, as well as a live performance by 5Star Akil.

Taste of the Caribbean Villas Banquet Center, Lauderdale Lakes 8 p.m. – The Greater Caribbean American Cultural Coalition, Unifest and the Great Caribbean American Chamber of Commerce host this cultural and culinary bonanza.

June 25 Carib Style Week Showcase Westfield Broward Mall 11 a.m. – Carib Style Week continues a day-long calendar of activities, including a beauty bar, meet and greet with designers, a fashion show featuring the designs from the Westfield Fashion Pop-Up Experience.

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Among the many sectors prioritized by the bill, “the inclusion of energy security improvements is of key importance,” says Valies. “Lack of affordable energy is an old and constant drain on the Caribbean economies. Improvements in this sector would allow for the development and sustainability of the economy of the region.”

Both however acknowledge that the bill's passing marked just the beginning of the campaign for meaningful change between the U.S. and the region.

“We can put more teeth in the legislation later, but it's an important first step that we applaud,” noted Valies.

The next step for supporters of the bill, says Rogers, is to ensure “appropriate funding follows the legislation. This is our responsibility as we continue our advocacy.”

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since nationality is not recorded with the names of persons who have been killed or injured.” As officials wait for confirmation, Minister Johnson-Smith sent condolences to the community following the tragedy.

“We grieve with you and are shocked and outraged at yet another senseless act of violence that represents the deadliest mass shooting in the U.S.,” said Johnson-Smith.

She also thanked Jamaicans in the Diaspora for their constant communication with the Jamaican Consulate in Miami, “as they work together assiduously to account for all Jamaicans.”

Checks with diplomatic representatives of other English-speaking Caribbean nations in Miami also showed no evidence of any other nationals as victims of the shootings.

Meanwhile, the tragedy has been an ordeal for Caribbean-Americans with friends and relatives in the General Orlando Area, who were calling and texting loved

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ones during the evolving situation to ensure they were alive and well.

For April Myrie of South Miami, who had sons and nephews visiting the Orlando area on the weekend, “I felt like ice water was running through my veins when I heard there was a shooting in a night club, as their plans included night clubbing. Thank God they are safe and sound.”

Following security concerns in the aftermath of the shooting, Jamaica Diaspora Board Rep Wayne Golding say the upcoming Jamaica Diaspora Conference in Orlando will not be affected, despite the club's proximity to the conference's location. Golding says additional security precautions will be secured for the conference, set for June 24 through 26th at Embassy Suite by Hilton.

“There's a high level of cognizance with regard to safety and security for the Summit and Gala activities,” said Golding.

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Adam Zampa gears up for Guyana Amazon Warriors showdown in Florida Guyana Amazon Warriors legspinner Adam Zampa is excited about playing in his debut Hero Caribbean Premier League (CPL) campaign, and believes that it will be a great learning curve for him as he tests himself in the Caribbean and Lauderhill, Florida this summer.

In an exclusive interview with cplt20.com, the 24-year old Australian star, who is currently on ODI duty with the Australian squad in the West Indies as part of the Tri-Series, says he’s looking forward to playing along with West Indies cricket stars.

“I'm very excited (to play CPL).” Says Zampa. “I've watch a bit of it on TV and, growing up and watching a lot of cricket in the West Indies, it looks like a lot of fun. I'm looking forward to (playing) in the biggest party in world cricket. It's going to be a great tournament, playing against great players, but obviously it looks like a fun tournament too.”

Zampa also expressed excitement about the Guyana's Amazon Warriors' prospects for this year's games.

“There's plenty of power up front, that's for

sure!” noted Zampa. “The way that Dwayne Smith has played in the IPL recently, obviously Chris Lynn in Twenty20 can hit the ball a long way, and (Martin) Guptill has had some success in that format as well. I don't know a lot of the squad at this stage, but I know Sohail Tanvir is a quality player as well.”

This year's games, says Zampa, will also prove particularly special, thanks to the tournament's chance to spread Cricket to the U.S., with the Florida leg scheduled from July 28 to 31 at the Central Broward Regional Park in Lauderhill.

“I hope it does (take off), because I've just come back from a few days in New York with the Australian team and we had a great time there,” says Zampa. “We got to walk the streets and get to see a little bit of what the USA is like. It's a wonderful country, probably my favorite place to go now, and if cricket was to take off there it would really make a great difference to us as players.

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It might be tough, but I think there're similarities for sure. I didn't find baseball too exciting, but when I watch Twenty20 cricket, it might be a little bit different. But I think there's something there.”

Zampa has featured in six T20 internationals to date since making his debut against South Africa in Durban in March, claiming five wickets. After a strong Big Bash League with Melbourne Stars, he also made his ODI debut against New Zealand in February, carrying on his form into the ICC World T20 for his country. He's also fresh from his first taste of the Indian Premiere League (IPL) when he joined the Rising Pune Adam Supergiants in VIVO Zampa IPL 2016, where he

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Zampa now plans to take these newly honed skills at the short game to the CPL showdown.

“The IPL was a good learning curve, conditions wise, particularly in terms of what I'm going to coming up with here in the TriSeries and then into CPL,” says Zampa.

“Playing tournament-style cricket has been a really good experience. The last six months, with the Australian team too, has been a bit of a whirlwind. I've played in a few Twenty20 tournaments now, including BBL (Big Bash League) and they're very similar in that if you're not having a successful tournament they can get quite hard. The drive to do well and do well for the team does make a big difference. I think that if you do have some success, the tournament does seem a lot easier than if you are losing.”

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the U.S. flag at half staff, alongside the Rainbow flag, in a show of solidarity with the victims of the mass shooting.

The controversial post ignited heated responses and has since received widespread coverage by media outlets worldwide.

In response, the Public Affairs Officer at the U.S. Embassy in Kingston, Joshua Polacheck, said the embassy is genuinely interested in knowing which laws were being disrespected. “@mmalahooforte we're listening. Explain the legal reasoning? It was an attack of terror !! and hate, targeting the LGBT community,” the

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The issue has taken on a life of its own with many, including political commentator Calvin G. Brown saying the stance taken by the attorney general was wrong.

“As Jamaica's Attorney General, she has no personal opinions in the public sphere and matters such as these, regardless of her opinion, cannot be personal. It is not only insensitive, but she must be informed as to the legalities of international law.”

Referring to Satow's Guide to Diplomatic Practice, which states the land on which an embassy is built, belongs to that country, “in this instance, the U.S. Embassy in Kingston is on US soil,” said Brown.

The opposition People's National Party (PNP) has also weighed in on the controversy, with its spokesman on Foreign Affairs, Dr. Morais Guy, calling on the Andrew Holnessled administration to clarify and, if necessary, apologize to the Government and people of the United States.

"The Opposition wishes to express its concern and surprise that the Jamaican Government has to be reminded that the conduct of business on premises on which Embassies and High Commissions are located must be regarded as business being conducted on foreign soil. What this signals, inter alia, is that a Government, through its Embassy, expressing condolences in solidarity with the

families and connections of victims of a tragedy that has taken place in their country is entitled to do so by means that are legally allowed in their own country.”

Malahoo Forte has since backpedaled on her statement. She told the Jamaica Observer that the second part of her tweet was misconstrued.

“The horrible act of terror which resulted in so many deaths can never be condoned. I condemn it unreservedly and repeat by expression of deep sorrow and sympathy for the victims and their families.

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Kim Collins Olympic hopes in peril following injury Olympic gold for St. Kitts and Nevis Track and Field star Kim Collins may be in jeporady, following news that the 100 meters sprinter sustained injuries at the recent Diamond League Meet in Oslo, Norway.

Fresh from setting a new world Master record of 9.93 seconds in the 100 meters, Collins was leading his race until he had to pull up at the mid-way point due to a cramp on the left side of his groin. Since the meet, Collin confirmed that he would have to withdraw from the St. Kitts and Nevis National Olympic Trials.

“I would like to once again thank everyone for their continued love and support over the years. However, due to a recent injury at the Oslo Diamond League I will not be able to

attend the S.K.N National Olympic trials scheduled for June 18th-19th,” said Collins in a statement on his Facebook page. “All those competing, I wish you the best of luck.”

The 2016 Summer Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, was to be Collins' fifth and final Olympics. Now forty years old, the sprinter first competed for his country at the 1996 Games in Atlanta, Georgia.

Meanwhile, the St. Kitts/Nevis Amateur Athletic Association (SKNAAA) has confirmed that

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Collins would not be competing in the national trials, wishing him “a speedy recovery and longevity for the remainder of the 2016 campaign,” said Evris Huggins, the Public Relations Officer for the SKNAAA. However, the Association did not clarify whether Collins has applied for a medical waiver from the championships to be selected for the country's Olympic team.

Collins has expressed in the past his goal to become the first 40-year-old sprinter to break 10 seconds in 100 meters sprint event at an Olympic Games.

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Fierce Victory for Lions Lauderhill Lions secure spot in Super League finals CASA Super League tournament is heating up to its final conclusion, as the Lauderhill Lions claimed victory against the FC Steelers in a sweeping 4-0 in the first Semi-final this past weekend at the Lauderhill Sports Park. The dramatic loss against Lauderhill Lions marked heartbreak for the FC Steelers, who have been going toe to toe for the lead with the Lions and the Ftl Blazers going into the Semi-finals.

Who will be facing the Lauderhill Lions in the final will be decided this Saturday, June 18 in the second round of Semi-finals at the Lauderhill Sports Park. Tournament leaders, the Ftl Blazers will face Albion Plantation at 8:15 p.m. The game is gearing up to be a showdown Tensions rising as Lauderhill Lions (team in green) debate with referees about call. with the two dominant teams, with Albion Plantation as the former 2012 tournament winners, and the Blazers' decorated past as three-time champions. The winner of that match will then proceed to the finals Masters will go on to face the winner of this weekend's match on June 25, starting 7:30 p.m. Celebrating this year's breakout stars in the against the Lions on Saturday, June 25, starting at 8:45 p.m.

On the CASA Masters League ticket, State Masters Champions, the tournament, an all-star CASA League team will face the Fort Lauderdale Lauderhill Masters, have already secured their spot, defeating Chapel Strikers in a special showcase before the finals at the Lauderhill Sports Mighty T&T Teammates Navin Trail 3 to 0. The Masters Semi-final continue this weekend as Rockers Complex at 6:15 p.m.

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Over 2,000 promising young athletes from across the U.S. and the Caribbean converged in Miramar this past weekend for the 41st Annual Northwest Express Track and Field Classic Meet, held at the Ansin Sports Complex.

Founded by former champion athlete and local advocate Jesse Holt of Miami Northwest Express Track Club, the tournament featured rising stars from 17 states, as well at Jamaica, Guyana, The Bahamas, Puerto Rico, the Cayman Islands and the British Virgin Islands.

With competitors ranging from ages 7 to 80, the tournament particularly shined a spotlight on the sports' youngest stars, with many elementary school-age runners hitting the track. Several primary school runners from Jamaica came up specifically for the event, including Portsmouth Primary, St. Peter and Paul Preparatory, Waterford Primary, St. Catherine Primary, St. Patrick's Primary, Harbor View Primary, Buff Bay Primary, and Holy Childhood Prep.

Though the meet has become a powerful platform for local and international up-andcomers to hone their race, for the organizers of the meet, The Classic is intended to serve a greater purpose of fostering community across generations and international borders.

“For us, it's all about building relationship through competition,” says meet organizer Alan Holt. “We have participants there that have been coming back on an annual basis in the excess of 30 years, to show their appreciation and take the competition to a whole other level. It's these types of relationships and ongoing commitment that continue to inspire us to take the annual classic into the future.”

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