Le juge instructeur, M. Jean Wilner Morin, peut être considéré comme un juge anti corruption. Ce magistrat, redouté par les politiques, enquête sur plusieurs dossiers sensibles impliquant des officiels, des dirigeants de formations politiques et des haut fonctionnaires.
Il n’hésite pas à transformer les invitations en mandats de dépôt s’il dispose d’indices suffisants. En une semaine le juge Morin doit réaliser des auditions d’un ex sénateur, d’une ancienne mairesse proche du pouvoir, d’un ancien directeur général du ministère de l’intérieur et d’un ancien maire nommé. Il s’agit d’investigations dans le cadre de trois enquêtes distinctes.
Le juge réalise des investigations sur des détournements de fonds à la caisse d’assistance sociale (CAS), au Bureau de Monetisation de l’aide publique au Développement (BMPAD) et sur le massacre de La Saline.
L’ex directeur général du ministère de l’intérieur, M. Fednel Monchery, n’avait pas répondu à une invitation du magistrat la semaine écoulée. Ce refus a poussé le juge instructeur à transmettre un mandat d’amener à la DCPJ.
L’ex agent exécutif intérimaire, M. Pierre Richard Duplan, s’est montré plus conciliant dans cette enquête sur le massacre de La Saline. Son avocat a pu obtenir un report de l’audience.
Ancienne Mairesse de l’Arcahaie , Mme Rosemila Petit Frère, est également invitée par le juge Morin. Elle doit informer le magistrat sur les détournements de fonds à la caisse d’assistance sociale. Même ne disposant pas d’une fonction officielle, Mme Petit Frère est un membre important de la coalition au pouvoir. Cela n’a pas dissuadé le juge a interrogé l’ex Maire réputée proche de la directrice du CAS, écrouée.
L’ex sénateur Nenel Cassy doit également répondre à une convocation du juge Morin en rapport avec le dossier de détournement de fonds au Bureau de Monétisation de l’aide publique au développement (BMPAD). M. Cassy, est un proche de l’ex directeur Patrick Noramé, accusé d’avoir dilapidé des fonds provenant d’une aide du Japon.
Les grenadiers ont regagné hier, lundi 26 juin 2023, leur nouveau camp de base en Arizona afin de préparer leur rencontre de jeudi contre le Mexique.
Les aztèques sont les bêtes noires des grenadiers. Lors des deux dernières confrontations en Gold Cup les mexicains se sont imposés.
Mais les haïtiens auront à coeur de prendre leur revanche sur la demi-finale perdue en 2019. En 4 ans les haïtiens ont progressé et leur jeu ont augmenté en intensité. Ils ne sont plus un groupe de réservistes dans des clubs européens mais ont su apporter le plu value qui manquait. Nazon, Pierrot, Arcus, Danley, etc sont des éléments indispensables de leur clubs.
C’est donc une rencontre sous un air de revanche pour les grenadiers qui doivent aussi tenir compte de l’envergure du Mexique. Les aztèques sont les seuls pouvant rivaliser avec les américains dans la Concacaf. Ils ont donné la preuve de leur détermination en infligeant un cinglant 4-0 au Honduras lors de la première journée du groupe B.
A small island with an extensive and impactful culture. Reggae music is a huge part of the Jamaican culture and over the past years, have made a great impact on other genres of music. The love for Reggae music has allowed for it to be adopted into the soundtrack for movies and advertisements both locally and internationally. Politicians have used the music as soundtracks on campaigns or meetings. You can hear reggae music on a weekend in the squares/towns, at weddings and also at night (otherwise called “a dance/party”) sessions.
Reggae music is for everyone – the young and the old – and is oftentimes the best way to get people on their feet and dancing. Bob Marley was the ultimate reggae ambassador before he died and even now his music still takes reggae worldwide. Other artistes have also stepped up to the plate and have delivered great music over years. Some of these great players include Beres Hammond, Beenie Man, Shaggy, Dennis Brown to name a few.
There are some songs that were a staple in the years and even beyond, the excitement associated with them when they play now is still unmatched. These songs are a must-have for every DJ on their reggae playlist.
“Ring the Alarm”
Artist: Tenor Saw
Album: Tenor Saw Lives On: A Tribute to Tenor Saw
Released: 1991
Tenor Saw first performed the iconic song at a soundclash where four (4) of the biggest sound systems on the island were competing for the title of the best sound system. The song became a popular dubplate at soundclashes, more often than not, customized to the individual sound system.
“You Don’t Love Me (No, No, No)”
Artist: Dawn Penn
Album: No, No, No
Released: 1994
Dawn, in an interview, mentioned that the lyrics of this song came about while she was going through a heartbreak. The song was originally recorded in the late 1970s but re-recorded multiple times in the years after with the last version being very successful worldwide and even getting to #3 on the Singles Chart in the UK.
“Bam Bam”
Artist: Sister Nancy
Album: One, Two
Released: 1982
This song is arguably one of the “most sampled reggae songs”. In recent years both Kanye and Jay Z have the been the latest international artistes to sample this song with Nancy being featured in the track “Bam” by Jay Z featuring Damien Marley.
“Toast”
Artist: Koffee
Album: Toast & Throne (Mura Masa Remixes)
Released: 2019
Koffee stirred up the island and subsequently the world with the release of this song. Toast, she said while speaking to Billboard.com, was written while she was visiting Haiti and is a reflection of how she felt about where she was in life and where her life was heading at the moment.
“Summertime”
Artist: Vybz Kartel
Album: Strictly The Best Vol. 45
Released: 2011
This song gets any crowd moving! This popular summer song by Vybz Kartel could be heard on every speaker at every party or dance session.
“I’m Okay/I’m Drinking Rum & Red Bull”
Artist: Beenie Man
Album: Beenie Man EP – I’m Drinking / Rum & Red Bull
Released: 2011
One rhythm, two songs! The king of dancehall delivered, with these summer favorites. “I’m ok” – is a song radiating positivity that despite what failures or circumstances that life throws at you, once there is life, all is well. Rum & Red Bull with Fambo was another great and lasting hit.
“Pull It UP”
Artist: Beres Hammond & Buju Banton
Album: Dubbing With the Banton
Released: 2000
Pull it up is one of those songs that can be played anywhere, anytime and never gets old! Both Beres Hammond and Buju Banton have been giants in the music industry and this song is one of the most loved and sung for both entertainers.
“Murder She Wrote”
Artist: Chaka Demus & Pliers
Album: Bam Bam it’s Murder
Released: 1992
The iconic duo first recorded the song in the 1980s and spent years perfecting the song. This song would become their biggest hit locally and internationally and got featured on the Billboard’s Hot Rap Song, Hot R&B/Hip Hop and Hot 100 songs. Murder she Wrote was also featured on the UK Singles Chart.
“Sycamore Tree”
Artist: Lady Saw
Album: Passion
Released: 1997
Lady Saw in the past was always labelled as a raunchy artiste. Her songs were mostly sexually influenced and even while performing her sets could get “heated”. Sycamore Tree speaks of a young lady breaking away from a love affair because she refuses to perform intimate acts “orally”.
“No Letting Go”
Artist: Wayne Wonder
Album: Diwali Riddim
Released: 2002
Wayne Wonder’s No Letting Go is labelled as a reggae fusion song and has been his biggest hit among his Caribbean fans. The song which peaked the UK Singles Chart at #3 is about finding love or the perfect one.
“Good Ting Dem”
Artist: Ding Dong
Album: Good Ting Dem
Released: 2019
Another hit from the dancing king – Ding! Ding Dong has continuously given us catchy songs that will get the young and old up and dancing.
“I Love My Life”
Artist: Demarco
Album: I Love My Life
Released: 2011
Demarco really echoed the importance of living for now in this song, reminding us that we can’t predict the future and so should live in the now and take advantage of the time we have.
Are we missing any song? Let us know in the comments section below!
People around the world continue to flock to Jamaica and other Caribbean nations for vacations. The trend by leisure travelers to spend on experiences rather than things has continued, and escalated, in the post-pandemic era. That data is evidenced by a recent Mastercard Economics Institute study. The research compared numbers from March 2022 to March 2023.
Experiences vs. Things
Experience vacations offer the excitement of anticipation. They also provide emotional gratification with which objects can’t compare. The desire for new experiences is being driven in large part due to pandemic lockdowns and social media interactions.
Leisure travelers are seeking greater diversity, exhibiting a demand for the unique, and immersion in cultural experiences. Caribbean countries are rising to meet those desires by tailoring special experiences for greater engagement that creates long-lasting relationships with consumers.
More Spending on Business Travel and Entertainment
While spending is down for items in travelers’ home countries, the market for mementos, air travel, entertainment, and lodging are up in Caribbean destinations of choice. Jamaica saw a spending increase by consumers of more than 105.9 percent, followed by Aruba at over 70 percent, Bahamas at 40.2 percent, and Barbados at 25.7 percent.
This is despite uncertain economic conditions, rising interest rates, and inflation. Business travel and related spending are keeping pace with leisure time travel. Consumers in countries where wages have decreased or remained the same have fewer funds for discretionary spending. Those consumers are seeking value-centered options for their travel. Individuals are spending less on everyday essentials, saving for experience vacations, and expecting more for their travel dollars.
Consumer Behavior Trends Informs Marketing
The pandemic has changed the travel dynamic in a variety of ways and it will continue to evolve. One thing is clear. New and innovative strategies that keep consumers at the center of the travel industry at every turn are the keys to creating brand loyalty and attracting travelers to the Caribbean.
Guyanese all-rounder Kevin Sinclair will replace the injured Yannic Cariah in the West Indies squad at the ongoing World Cup Qualifier in Zimbabwe.
Johnny Grave, Chief Executive Officer of Cricket West Indies (CWI), announced on Tuesday evening.
Grave spoke on a Barbadian radio programme, Mason and Guest, and noted that Sinclair is currently on his way to Zimbabwe.
The 23-year-old was recently recalled to the West Indies 50-over squad for the tour in the United Arab Emirates and took 4-24 in his lone match.
His recall came from an impressive season for the Guyana Harpy Eagles and the West Indies A in Bangladesh.
The man from Berbice heads into the tournament with West Indies’ chances of progressing to the World Cup in India being in grave danger after losses to Zimbabwe and the Netherlands.
Cariah underwent surgery to repair a fracture in his nose.
He was injured when struck in the face during a training session on June 24 on the eve of West Indies’ first World Cup qualifier game in Zimbabwe.
CWI’s medical team was optimistic Cariah would recover in time for the tournament.
However, Grave explained that the leg-spinner was still in discomfort after the surgery, and they then had to await approval from the ICC technical committee for a replacement,
Meanwhile, hosts Zimbabwe, West Indies, and the Netherlands took the top three positions from Group A, while Sri Lanka, Oman, and Scotland progressed from Group B.
All points won against opponents progressing from the group stage will be carried forward.
West Indies carried no points because their wins were against sides who did not progress to the Super Six stage.
In the Super Six, each team will play the sides they did not meet in the group stage, and the top two will both progress to the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023.
West Indies play their first Super Six match on July 1 against Scotland, then Oman (July 5) and Sri Lanka (July 7).
West Indies Squad: Shai Hope (c), Rovman Powell (vc), Shamarh Brooks, Keacy Carty, Johnson Charles, Roston Chase, Jason Holder, Akeal Hosein, Alzarri Joseph, Brandon King, Kyle Mayers, Keemo Paul, Nicholas Pooran, Romario Shepherd, Kevin Sinclair.
So Zimbabwe’s 304-run demolition of USA won’t count.) A very faint silver lining for West Indies is that their NRR didn’t suffer when they lost to the Netherlands via the one-over eliminator.
Therefore, they are ahead of Netherlands and Oman on that aspect.
West Indies could still qualify without NRR coming into the equation if, for example, Zimbabwe lose all their Super Six games, Sri Lanka lose to West Indies and win their other two matches, Oman win two, and Scotland and Netherlands win one each.
Then Sri Lanka will finish on eight points, West Indies on six, and the others on four each.
On the other hand, if Zimbabwe win all their games and Sri Lanka lose theirs, then Zimbabwe and West Indies could finish as the top two.
However, if West Indies lose to Scotland on Saturday, they will be eliminated for sure, as at least two teams will surely finish with at least six points.
The champions of 1975 and 1979 will need all the stars and net run rates to align in their favour even to contest the 2023 crown. (ESPNcricinfo)
hand-delivered to the DPP’s Chambers last Thursday. The DPP is now tasked with reviewing the file and providing legal advice which will determine whether the politician should be charged with rape.
But the DPP’s statement noted that this Police file is “only one of thousands of Police files, which the DPP’s Office receives from all stations in all 10 administrative regions of Guyana for legal attention.”
It added that files for persons in custody are given priority. Dharamlall was arrested last week Monday and subsequently released on $1 million station bail.
The DPP’s office noted that members of several opposition political parties have mounted protests in front of its office. Many have been calling for Dharamlall’s resignation.
The DPP’s Office responded to the protests, stating: “The DPP’s Office will not be intimidated by these individuals who profess to want justice in a criminal matter even while a Police file is being given due legal attention.”
As such, the statement urged persons to desist from politicising an alleged criminal offence.
President Dr. Irfaan Ali on Tuesday said any decision about the potential dismissal of Dharamlall will only be made once the independent investigation into the rape allegations levelled against Dharamlall is completed.
The politician proceeded on administrative leave last week in light of the allegations that he raped a 16-year-old schoolgirl in December 2022.
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West Indies suffered a shock defeat to the Netherlands
hand-delivered to the DPP’s Chambers last Thursday. The DPP is now tasked with reviewing the file and providing legal advice which will determine whether the politician should be charged with rape.
