Jamaica: Business group demands justification for handling of Holness report

The Jamaica Chamber of Commerce (JCC) on Saturday chastised the Integrity Commission over its handling of a conflict-of-interest report and the ruling on that matter involving the Prime Minister, saying that it reflected poor judgement and a reckless disregard for the impact it would have on the country.

and raising the prospect of a higher death toll.

The Federal Government determined the mobilisation of several ministries to assist victims, restore infrastructure and start reconstruction work. Sao Paulo state declared a 180-day state of calamity for six cities after what experts described as an unprecedented, extreme weather event.

Operations at the port of Santos, Latin America's largest, were interrupted amid gusts of wind exceeding 55 kph (34.18 mph) and waves over one metre-high on Saturday, according to a local news outlet.

President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva said on his social media account he will visit the main affected areas today. (Reuters)

Machel still doing it like a boss after 40 years

There was hardly any ground space available at the Hasely Crawford Stadium on Carnival Friday.

That’s because about 25,000 people packed the Port of Spain venue to take in all the action at Machel 40 – One Show.

The event began around 21:00h and several patrons made sure they arrived early to witness many of the biggest Soca stars, including Machel Montano, put on a show.

The massive concert was another addition to the Monk’s calendar of events as he continues to celebrate his 40th year as an entertainer.

During the spectacle, he shared the stage with many acts including Skinny Fabulous, Patrice Roberts, Sekon Sta, Benjai, Farmer

Nappy, Lyrikal, Viking and Ding Dong.

While several of the patrons said they wanted to party to the Soca music, they were also anticipating the special performanc- es from some of the hottest Afrobeats artistes.

And judging by the way the crowd responded, Rema, Wiz Kid and Ayra Star did not disappoint. (Nation News)