Four Jamaican-Americans recently set a new national record in the 4×200 meter relay at the 2016 Armory Track and Field Invitational in New York.
The quartet of Kevin Thompson, Romel Lewis, Ryan Lawrence and Rushane Scott won the event in 1:25.69 ahead of the Dominican Republic, Guyana, who came in 2nd and 3rd place respectively.
United Nations Secretary General Ban Ki-moon has welcomed the election on Sunday of Joselerme Privert as the interim President of Haiti.
Privert’s election by the National assembly comes one week after the departure of former President Michel Martelly.
Opposition parties had boycotted the second round of elections to on January 24 to elect a successor to Martelly, accusing the Provisional Electoral Council (CEP) and Martelly of wanting to rig the polls in favour of the government backed candidate.
“This election stems from the agreement signed on February 6 between Haitian stakeholders to preserve institutional continuity and further the electoral process,” according to a statement issued by Ban’s spokesperson.
In welcoming this “crucial first step,” the UN Secretary-General urged all parties to work together towards the implementation of the roadmap contained in the agreement “to ensure the return to constitutional normality.
“The Secretary-General expresses his confidence that the stabilization of Haiti and the democratic process will continue in a peaceful and collaborative manner,” the statement said.
Privert will serve as interim President for 120 days.
A look at some of the top stories making the news today, February 16, across your Caribbean-American community in South Florida, I’m… for CNW 90.
One new case of Zika virus infection has been confirmed in Broward County, according to reports. This brings the total number of infections in the state to 21, with 7 in Miami-Dade County and 4 in Broward. None of the cases, however, have been contracted locally, exclusively affecting residents who recently traveled to zika outbreak regions in the Caribbean and South America.
Today marks the registration deadline for eligible Florida voters to participate in the state’s upcoming presidential primary election, set for March 15. As a “closed primary” state, Florida only allowed voters who register their party affiliation as Democrat or Republican to vote in the primaries.
It was a romantic musical affair for audiences at the recent One Love in the Park Concert in Lauderdale Lakes. The concert included the stage premiere of born-again Christian and gospel singer Marion Hall, FKA Dancehall Queen Lady Saw, as well as performances by rocksteady legend Leroy Sibbles.
Orlando-based Trini-American taekwondo champ Melissa Joseph has been tapped to represent Trinidad and Tobago at the upcoming Olympic qualifiers in Mexico this March. Recruited after her impressive performance at the recent U.S. Taekwondo Open, Joseph will be the lone female representative for the Twin Republic.
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Roots reggae band Morgan Heritage has won their first ever Grammy Award, Best Reggae Album for their latest work, “Strictly Roots.” The group won out against heavyweights such as Barrington Levy, Jah Cure and Luciano.
For Today’s Weather Forecast:
Cloudy in Broward County with a high of 81 and a low of 60. For Miami-Dade, thunderstorms with a high of 81 and a low of 63.
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Roots reggae band Morgan Heritage wins Grammy award for Best Reggae Album for their latest work, “Strictly Roots.”
The reggae group won out against heavyweights such as Barrington Levy, Jah Cure and Luciano. ‘Strictly Roots’ topped the Billboard Reggae Album Chart when it was released last April.
The award show took place on Monday, February 15 at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, California.
Morgan heritage thanks Jamaica and all the producers, songwriters and engineers who contributed in the production of the album. This is their first ever Grammy award.
Morgan Heritage is a reggae band formed in 1994 by five children of reggae artist Denroy Morgan, a.k.a. Peter “Peetah” Morgan, Una Morgan, Roy ‘Gramps’ Morgan, Nakhamyah “Lukes” Morgan and Memmalatel “Mr. Mojo” Morgan. In two decades, they have had a number of successful reggae albums which included Full Circle, Here come The Kings and Mission in Progress. Their album Strictly Roots, has tracks like “Keep on Jammin” featuring Shaggy and “We are Warriors” featuring Bobby Lee of SOJA.
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Upon winning the Grammy “Mojo” Morgan said, “We want to thank all of our fans in Africa, Europe, everywhere… Reggae Music is global… if you didn’t know we going to let you know.” He also thanks VP Records who has been their label for many years, and also the Marley Family.
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Roy “Gramps” Morgan also added, “We are happy to be here among the bets in music from songwriters to engineers to musicians, we thank you for being here… big up to all the nominees, Jah Cure, Barrington Levy…. this one is for Jamaica… We love you Jamaica!”
One new case of Zika virus infection has been confirmed in Broward County, according to reports. This brings the total number of infections of Zika in Broward County to 21, with 7 in Miami-Dade County and 4 in Broward.
None of the cases, however, have been contracted locally, exclusively affecting residents who recently traveled to zika outbreak regions in the Caribbean and South America.
Governor Rick Scott directed Health Dr. Armstrong to activate a Zika virus information hotline for Broward and Florida residents and visitors. The hotline can be reached at 1-855-622-6735.
Scott said each case is travel-related and none of the infected are pregnant women. Armstrong urges Floridians, especially those in Broward County, to drain standing water weekly, no matter how small. A couple of drops of water in a bottle cap can be a breeding location for mosquitoes.
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Armstrong said residents and visitors also need to use repellents when enjoying the Florida outdoors.
Zika Virus, also known as Zika Fever, often causes no or only mild symptoms, similar to a mild form of Dengue fever. Since the 1950s, it has been known to occur within locations among Africa and Asia. In 2014, the virus spread eastward across the Pacific Ocean to French Polynesia, then to Easter Island, and in 2015 to Mexico, Central America, the Caribbean, and South America, where the Zika virus outbreak has now reached epic proportions.
There is no cure for the Zika Virus. As of February 2016, there is evidence that Zika fever in pregnant women can cause abnormal brain development in their fetuses by mother-to-child transmission, called microcephaly. It is still to be determined if the Zika virus does in fact cause microcphaly.
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It has now been reported that Broward County has at least 21 cases of infection. It is feared that with the recent rainfall and weather conditions in Broward, the state is more at risk for the breeding of the mosquitos carrying the virus — the Aedis aegypti mosquito.
Grenada Tourism and Aviation Minister Yolande Bain-Horford will lead a three member delegation to Trinidad and Tobago for talks with officials of Caribbean airlines on increasing passenger airlift to the island.
A government statement said since late last year direct flights from Canada and the United States have been significantly affected because of the airline’s decision to reroute its flights through Trinidad.
“The intention of the meeting is to re-negotiate with Caribbean Airlines to increase direct regional and international flights to Grenada,” the statement said, adding that while in Port of Spain, Bain-Horsford will also hold talks with her counterpart Sampha Cudjoe “on collaborative civil aviation and tourism efforts”.
Underdogs West Indies Under-19 stunned favorites India Under-19 by five wickets in a low-scoring final of the ICC Youth Cricket World Cup to crown themselves world champions for the first time in their history.
Chasing 146 for victory at the Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium, the Caribbean side were reduced to 77 for five in the 29th over, before they were bailed out by a brilliant unbeaten half-century by Man-of-the-Match Keacy Carty to get home in the last over with a mere three balls to spare.
Carty stroked an unbeaten 52 off 125 balls with two fours and added a precious 69 in an unbroken sixth-wicket stand with the consistent Keemo Paul, who struck a busy 40 not out off 68 deliveries with a four and a six.
Entering the final over of the game with three runs needed, Paul got the winning runs when he charged seamer Khaleel Ahmed and top-edged a pull over the wicketkeeper for four to spark wild celebrations in the West Indies camp.
Two of the 15-member West Indies squad selected to participate in the ICC World Twenty20 in India in March to April have withdrawn.
A WICB release said that Kieron Pollard pulled out due to “lack of sufficient progress in his rehabilitative work”, while Sunil Narine’s reason was “insufficient progress in the rehabilitative work on his bowling action”. Narine is currently banned from bowling in internationals. Allrounder Carlos Brathwaite has been named as Pollard’s replacement, though the WICB is yet to find a player to take Narine’s spot in the squad.
Narine had been reported for a suspect action during the third ODI on West Indies’ tour to Sri Lanka last November, and an independent assessment later revealed that all variations of his deliveries exceeded the 15-degree limit.
Narine had earlier been picked in the West Indies squad for the 2015 World Cup, but also withdrew from that tournament to work on his bowling action, which was first reported during the 2014 Champions League T20.
Both Pollard and Narine had been picked in the initial World T20 squad despite not being given annual retainer contracts by the WICB. Pollard had even been controversially axed from the 2015 World Cup squad, though Michael Muirhead, the WICB’s chief executive, later stressed that every player had an equal chance of being selected for the World T20.
A look at some of the top stories making the news today, February 15, across your Caribbean-American community in South Florida.
CONCACAF officials have not announced their blanket support for any of the FIFA presidential candidates, after four made presentation in their recent meeting at the Sheraton Hotel in Miami. Some CONCACAF officials, include VP Horace Burrell of Jamaica, have argued that members should decide based on their individual opinions rather than vote as a body.
Following a lengthy delay, The U.S. senate has confirmed Trinidadian-born former Marine John L. Estrada as the new U.S. ambassador to Trinidad and Tobago. President Obama’s nomination of Estrada, among others, was delayed due to opposition in the senate, let by Sen. Ted Cruz. Estrada previously served as Sgt. Maj. of the 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing in Miramar, Florida, from 2001 to 2003.
Famed Jamaican-born Harvard Professor Dr. Orlando Patterson stopped at the FAU Davie Campus this weekend, delivering the first talk in new lecture series, “The Evolution after the Revolution: Jamaica at 60,” hosted by the UWI Alumni Association and nonprofit Reading Pays More Inc. Dr. Patterson discussed how the country’s unique colonial history shaped Jamaica’s current economic and political struggles.
The CASA Super tournament continued this weekend, as Steelers FC soundly defeated Team Haiti 6 to 3, while Lauderdale Lions beat Lauderhill Jr. 3 t 1. CASA will also be hosting a major showdown today, starting 7:30 pm at the Lockhart Stadium, as the CASA all-stars face off against NASL team, the Ft. Lauderdale Strikers.
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West Indies U19 Team wins the ICC World Cup this weekend, claiming the title after beating India by five wickets in Bangladesh.
For Today’s Weather Forecast:
Mostly Cloudy in Broward County with a high of 76 and a low of 68. For Miami-Dade, cloudy with a high of 76 and a low of 69.
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Find out what really works when you’re feeling under the weather
Speaking with a doctor isn’t always convenient when you’re sick, so many reach out to friends and family, desperate to find some way to feel better. More often than not, the home remedies they’re given are nothing more than old wives’ tales.
A better plan of action is to turn to your pharmacist for help. Often more accessible than a doctor, all you have to do is walk up to the counter and ask them for expert advice. If you’ve ever wondered how to prevent a cold or how to feel better when you do have one, registered pharmacist and health expert, Jim Morelli, is here to weigh in on some of the most pervasive cold and flu myths, and point you to what really works.
Myth #1: Going outside with wet hair can make you sick.
Pharmacist’s take: Going outside with wet hair can make you physically cold, but it will not cause a cold. It takes a virus to make you sick, which is contracted through exposure to germs.
Myth #2: Feed a cold, starve a fever.
Pharmacist’s take: Fevers do not respond to food. That being said, it’s always a good idea to maintain hydration and nutrition when sick.
Myth #3: Chicken soup can cure the cold or flu.
Pharmacist’s take: Chicken soup is not a cure for anything but hunger. However, there is some evidence it can be beneficial when you have a cold or the flu because it is hydrating and contains needed electrolytes.
Myth #4: The flu shot causes the flu.
Pharmacist’s take: The flu shot is actually a killed virus so it is not live. It cannot give you the flu. Even the weakened virus in the nasal spray vaccination should not cause the flu. Some people experience what is called a “serum sickness” from vaccinations, but this is a short lived period of feeling lousy as opposed to the actual flu.
Myth #5: Avoid dairy when sick.
Pharmacist’s take: Unless you are taking a tetracycline antibiotic, typically used to treat respiratory tract and intestine infections, dairy is fine when you are sick. Keep in mind, however, that in some individuals, dairy can upset the stomach if they’ve got a stomach bug.
While it might be disappointing to hear that chicken soup doesn’t actually cure a cold, the upside is there is an actual way to feel better. Morelli recommends stocking your cabinet with cold and flu medicine, and the #1 pharmacist recommended brand to treat your worst cold and flu symptoms is Advil Cold & Sinus.
Next time you’re sick and eager to feel better, go see your pharmacist and ask for Advil Cold & Sinus. Unlike a number of home remedies, it will actually help make you feel better, sooner.
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The CASA Super tournament continued this weekend, as Steelers FC soundly defeated Team Haiti 6 to 3, while Lauderdale Lions beat Lauderhill Jr. 3 t 1. CASA will also be hosting a major showdown today, starting 7:30 pm at the Lockhart Stadium, as the CASA all-stars face off against NASL team, the Ft. Lauderdale Strikers.
The Ft. Lauderdale Blazers and also recently emerged victorious in the opening round of the Caribbean Americas Soccer Association (CASA) Super League tournament. The Ft. Lauderdale Blazers defeated the Island Strikers 2 to 1.
The Caribbean Americas Soccer Association (CASA) kicked of their first match for the 2016 CASA Super League tournament at the end of January at the Lauderhill Sports Complex. The first match saw the Lauderhill Jr. Football Club face off against the Albion Plantation Football Club.
After two days of meetings, CONCACAF deputy general secretary Jurgen Mainka said the body had not decided if the federation would give blanket endorsement to a particular candidate.
However Mainka raised the possibility of CONCACAF eventually giving firm backing, saying the issue may be discussed at a meeting in Zurich on the eve of the February 26 FIFA vote.
“It wasn’t touched upon on the agenda, we do have an extraordinary congress the day before the FIFA election, something could happen over there, but I’m not privy to that,” Mainka told reporters.
UEFA executive Gianni Infantino and Asian Football Confederation (AFC) chief Sheikh Salman bin Ebrahim al-Khalifa are widely seen as frontrunners for the FIFA vote, with other candidates including Jordan’s Prince Ali bin al Hussein, South Africa’s Tokyo Sexwale and France’s Jerome Champagne.
Some CONCACAF officials, including VP Horace Burrell of Jamaica, have argued that members should decide based on their individual opinions rather than vote as a body.
Jocelerme Privert was yesterday elected as Haiti’s interim president to fill the vacuum following the departure of Michel Martelly last week.
Privert, 62, who is the president of the National Assembly, was chosen on the second round of voting after a lengthy session that stretched overnight from Saturday to yesterday morning.
The politicians chose Privert over two other candidates, Dejan Belizaire and Edgar Leblanc Fils, both former presidents of the senate.
Under an agreement signed hours before Martelly’s departure, the interim president chosen by parliament will serve for up to 120 days.
The U.S. senate has confirmed Trinidadian-born former Marine John L. Estrada as the new U.S. ambassador to Trinidad and Tobago.
President Obama’s nomination of Estrada, among others, was delayed due to opposition in the senate, let by Sen. Ted Cruz. Estrada previously served as Sgt. Maj. of the 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing in Miramar, Florida, from 2001 to 2003.
Estrada, a Trinidad and Tobago native, retired from the Marine Corps in June 2007 after 34 years of active duty.
On July 30, 2013, Estrada was nominated by US President Barack Obama to replace Beatrice Welters, who resigned the post in October 2012.
After leaving the Marine Corps in 2007, Estrada worked as a business development specialist for engineering firm Coalescent Technology Corporation from 2007 to 2008. Estrada was appointed senior manager for Lockheed Martin Training Solutions in 2008.
Estrada is also currently a member of the American Battle Monuments Commission. He has also served on the Defense Advisory Committee on Women in the Services, the national Board of Directors for Operation Homefront, and the executive committee for the United Services Organization.
Port-of-Spain Mayor in Trinidad and Tobago, Raymond Tim Kee has recently announced that he plans to resign over his recent controversial comments about women.
His decision comes one day after scores of concerned citizens and human rights activists staged a protest at Woodford Square in Port-of-Spain, Trinidad and Tobago calling for him to resign over comments he made on discovery of Japanese pannist Asami Nagakiya’s body at the Queen’s Park Savannah on Wednesday, February 10, 2016.
Mayor Tim Kee said he deeply regretted the consequences of the statements and apologised unreservedly to those who had been affected.
On Wednesday during a news conference at City Hall, the Mayor Tim Kee was questioned about the discovery of an unidentified female masquerader. Later that night she was identified by police as pannist Asami Nagakiya.
Tim Kee’s response to reporters at the news conference was that women did not need to behave in a vulgar and lewd manner to enjoy themselves during Carnival.
He said, “I spoke of some of the things that I see women do, assisted by men, of course, but the woman has the responsibility that they ensure that they are not abused. You can enjoy Carnival without going through that routine.”
Tim Kee added that women needed to maintain a level of dignity during Carnival festivities.
Following his statements which created outrage on social media and among different civil society groups, Tim Kee issued a statement on Thursday apologising, saying his statements were taken out of context.
But it’s not the first time the mayor has made such remarks about women’s behaviour during Carnival.
In 2014, speaking to reporters at the Downtown Carnival judging point in South Quay, the mayor said, “I see some women do some things with some men—nothing for the imagination, you can’t do that.”
Soca star Machel Montano scored the second Billboard-charting album of his 32-year career this week. His Monk Evolution debuts at number eight on the Reggae Album Chart.
Monk Evolution, the 19th solo album for the 41-year-old Trinidadian has 11 tracks including Memory with Tarrus Riley, Like So featuring Angela Hunt and Carnival Groupie.
His previous Billboard entries entries were his 2015 album Monk Monte, which peaked at number two on the Reggae Album Chart, and the song One Wine, credited to Machel Montano and Sean Paul featuring Major Lazer.
The Florida Legislature has passed legislation making it the first in the nation to call for an Article V amendment convention exclusive to the subject of putting term limits on Congress.
The memorial, HM 417, passed the State House and State Senate by an overwhelming voice vote. It is part of a national movement led by U.S. Term Limits to fight careerism in Washington. Article V gives state legislators a way to make term limits on Congress a reality without needing congressional approval. For the convention to be called, 34 states must pass similar legislation. If the convention proposes an amendment, 38 states must ratify it for it to be added to the U.S. Constitution.
The President of U.S. Term Limits, Philip Blumel said “Seventy-five percent of Americans support term limits on Congress, including huge majorities of Democrats, Republicans and Independents. This is a rare, truly bipartisan issue with national support.” This bill was supported by both Democrats and Republicans in the State House and Senate throughout the process and passed unanimously through two committees.
This effort in the Florida Legislature was led by Florida Rep. Larry Metz, R-Groveland and State Sen. Aaron Bean, R-Jacksonville.
“Rep. Larry Metz and State Sen. Aaron Bean have been an integral part of the process in Florida and in making Florida the first state in the nation to call for term limits,” Blumel added. “There are now 11 states hot on Florida’s heels, and the progress here has laid the groundwork for their success.”
Since 34 states must call for the Term Limits Convention to make it happen, U.S. Term Limits has spread its grassroots resources throughout the country. In addition to Florida, the group is also targeting Alabama, Alaska, Georgia, Colorado, South Dakota, South Carolina, West Virginia, Louisiana, Michigan, Missouri, Tennessee and Utah.
The Term Limits Convention will not impact the Florida Legislature, as they already have term limits which were voted on by the people in 1992 with 77 percent of the vote. That vote on Amendment 9 also enacted eight-year term limits on federal and state officials but, in 1995, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that states could not enact congressional term limits by ballot measure. Thus congressional term limits need to be enacted by amendment to the U.S. Constitution.
With the temperature quickly cooling down, you’ll want to look your best and treat your curls with the love and care they deserve. Winter can be stressful on your hair, especially curls, forcing you to make changes in your hair-care routine.
Because no two curls are the same, Dove hair celebrity hairstylist Cynthia Alvarez shares four important tips to keep in mind this winter season and continue to #LoveYourCurls.
1. Hydration is key. Winter can be stressful on curly hair as the air contains less natural moisture than the warmer seasons. This tends to cause more dryness than usual, which combined with the customary static, creates a lot of frizz.
“Wash your hair with a nourishing hair care system to help eliminate frizz, like Dove Quench Absolute. After gently cleansing with the nourishing shampoo, increase manageability of curls for a smooth finish with the Dove Quench Absolute Conditioner,” says Alvarez.
2. Avoid using regular towels. Cotton towels cause friction and frizz on your hair. Alvarez recommends using a microfiber towel to remove the excess water before starting the styling process. “Opt for a microfiber towel to remove excess. This simple item helps the hair dry faster and the curls to obtain more definition,” she says.
3. Nourish from root to top. The social schedule often can be hectic, packed with travel and numerous activities. However, nourishment should remain at the top of the holiday beauty list.
Make time to nourish your hair in order to minimize any potential damage. During this season we tend to style our hair often, “With an increase in use of heat styling with your preferred styling tools,” says Alvarez. “Avoid the damage by protecting your curls with a styling product that nourishes, such as the Dove Quench Absolute Créme Serum. Apply the product from root to tip to lock in the moisture.”
4. Sleep on the right pillowcase. Maintaining your do and defined curls overnight can be challenging if the proper precaution is not taken. As you sleep, hair can become frizzy and dry, as many forget nighttime care is almost as important as any other steps of care process.
“To maintain your fabulous defined curls overnight, I suggest opting for silk-fabric pillow cases. Unlike other materials, silk helps eliminate frizz and allows curls to retain definition,” Alvarez says. “Once you wake up in the morning, gently shake your head to loosen up the curls and refresh with your preferred revitalizing spritz.”
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Our wardrobes aren’t the only things that change when the weather turns chilly. Our bodies are often affected not only by the outdoor changes, but inside changes as well. The body part that receives most of the brunt from winter weather is our eyes.
Between the harsh winter winds and the dry heat radiating inside, our eyes can suddenly feel irritated and scratchy this time of year. In fact, exposure to these atmospheres can cause moisture to evaporate inside our eyes. As a result, our tear glands cannot adequately produce the fluid needed to maintain the eyes’ protective, liquid coating. The result is itchy, dry eyes that can cause pain, blurred vision, a burning sensation or even watery vision as our eyes try to compensate for the dryness.
While it is difficult to avoid dry eyes altogether during the winter months, there are several steps that you can take to ensure your eyes stay soothed while indoors this season.
Help for the home
During the frigid winter months, a home’s humidity level can easily dip below the 30-55 percent range required for our eyes to stay lubricated. Offset this dry air by using a humidifier in your home. An alternative is leaving off the exhaust in your bathroom while you shower.
Also, refrain from using a ceiling fan while sleeping at night, as drafts can also exacerbate symptoms. To keep this culprit in check, light a match in the room you are in to find where the draft is located.
Fill up on fluids
Even mild dehydration can negatively affect how dry your eyes feel, as cold temperatures can dampen the body’s thirst mechanism and artificial heat hastens tear evaporation. Keep eyes hydrated by sipping water throughout the day. Also, increase your intake of fluid-rich foods like soup, fruits and veggies. Adding a cup of hot tea or water with lemon can not only keep you cozy on a chilly day, but ensure proper hydration as well.
Nourish your body
Many clinical studies show omega-3 fatty acids, which are considered essential fatty acids, may protect adult eyes from dry eye syndrome. Omega-3s support healthy tear production and keep eyes moisturized. In addition to omega-3s, other ingredients like Vitamin A, D3, green tea and evening primrose oil can significantly accelerate the time it takes to feel relief. A formula like EyePromise EZ Tears, which contains nine soothing ingredients to target symptoms from the inside, offers rapid results with the dietary ingredients mentioned.
Watery eye help
In cold and windy conditions, many complain their eyes water more than normal. Typically the symptoms of watery eye are excessive tearing, which is made worse by being outdoors. Wearing spectacles will provide protection against the wind, even if you don’t usually wear them outdoors. In some cases, excessive watering of the eyes may be a sign of a blockage of tear ducts or infection of the eye.
If you are concerned about the health of your eyes — whether tear production is suboptimal or you suffer from watery eyes, visit your optometrist. Your eye care professional will be able to advise you on the best course of action.
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With work, activities and obligations constantly piling up, who has time to even think about cooking healthy meals at home? When you’re constantly on the go, there’s barely enough time to get to the gym regularly. During a particularly busy week, you might find yourself indulging in the convenience of takeout a few too many times. How can you balance your hectic schedule while also maintaining a healthy weight?
“Meal delivery services are everywhere these days, becoming increasingly popular among those with busy lifestyles,” says Dr. Caroline Cederquist, founder and medical director of bistroMD, a leading home delivery weight loss program. “The right diet delivery program brings you meals perfectly suited for weight loss without sacrificing taste and time.”
Dr. Cederquist offers some of the many benefits a home meal delivery system can bring to your life:
Eliminates the Guesswork
A meal delivery program means there’s no planning necessary. All you need to do is pick a plan and eat. Portion control is one of the most common dilemmas people face when attempting to lose weight, as they do not realize how much food is actually good for them. A meal delivery service provides perfectly portioned meals prepared by registered dietitians, leaving no temptation to overeat.
Saves Precious Time
Cross grocery shopping off of your to-do list each week — you can order your meals online for delivery at a time that is convenient for you. You can even order meals that come precooked with healthy and essential ingredients that you can simply reheat, enjoy and move on with your day. You can also find services that deliver fresh meals or ingredients to cook on your own, but these are often more expensive and less customizable, so fully-cooked meals are your best option.
No ‘Leftovers’
“Many of the meal delivery programs out there getting a lot of hype these days are the so-called ‘fresh’ programs, Dr. Cederquist explains. The thing is, these services prepare meals several days or more in advance to be able to deliver them on time, which makes you question whether they are really all that fresh.”
“I created bistroMD as a fresh-frozen meal delivery program, which means that our meals are chef-prepared using fresh, natural ingredients, then frozen very quickly in a unique process to lock in both nutrients and flavor. This eliminates what I sometimes call the ‘leftover effect’ that you get with ‘fresh’ delivery, where the food actually tastes a bit like it has been sitting in the fridge for a few days.”
With frozen meal delivery plans you simply select a meal from your freezer, heat it up and enjoy. While you may hear eating fresh is better for your health, freezing actually locks in nutrients, keeping each meal full of the essentials your body needs.
Allows Customization
No matter your diet needs, a home meal delivery system can help you with your health goals. Many services offer various customizable options including gluten-free and diabetic programs for both men and women. These services allow you to view your menu in advance to make sure it aligns with your preferences. You can update your menu at any time, making edits when a meal doesn’t agree with your taste buds.
Offers Individual Support
Losing weight and staying healthy is about more than just food. Many programs, offer not only meal delivery, but free support from registered dietitians to keep you motivated and on track with your goals. You can view webinars to learn more about nutrition as well as receive fitness tips from a personal trainer.
A home meal delivery program is an excellent option if any of these advantages speak to you. A simple program can help you conquer your busy lifestyle while gaining control of your health.
Dancehall artiste Kranium will release a song with American music star Usher.
Kranium recently tweeted a photo of himself and the multi award-winning R&B star in a studio session.
“Last night studio session with Usher. We created a dope collab,”Kranium said in the caption.
Kranium, who was born in Montego Bay, moved to the US in 2005. His career began opening shows for Gyptian, Serani, I-Octane and Tarrus Riley. He recently released his latest album, Rumors, which is produced by Ricky Blaze and LMR Pro.
The World Bank Board says it has approved a US$30 million loan to help enhance Jamaica’s resilience to disaster and climate risk through the promotion of climate and disaster risk management.
The Washington-based financial institution notes that Jamaica is one of the most at risk countries in the world, with high percentages of gross domestic product (GDP) and population at risk to two or more natural hazards.
It said damages and losses from hydro-meteorological disasters and earthquakes were estimated at over three billion US dollars between 1988 and 2013. In addition according to the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), the impact of sea level rise and intensified storm surges in Latin America and the Caribbean will be highest in Jamaica.
“The government is actively working to reduce the country’s vulnerability to disaster and climate risk through a number of initiatives.
“This project aims to improve the capacity of government agencies to generate and use hazard and risk information to shape local and national development; and make infrastructure more resilient,” said World Bank Country Manager for Jamaica, Galina Sotirova.
The World Bank said among concrete results to be achieved by the Jamaica Disaster Vulnerability Reduction Project are the establishment of a National Risk Information Platform and Coastal Risk Atlas and strengthened seismic monitoring network established; several multi-hazard risk assessments for coastal areas and about 450 government officials and constructors trained on the National Building Code and constructions practices.
“The Jamaica Disaster Vulnerability Reduction Project is financed under a loan from the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD) in the sum of US$30 million will mature in 30 years after a grace period of seven years,” the World Bank said.
It is important to note that statewide, the 2015 baseline grades do not include learning gains, which are an important part of Florida’s school grading formula. This is due to 2015 being the first year of the administration of the FSA. For this reason, the state is also reminding the public that the 2015 baseline school grades should not be compared against previous years’ results.
“We are committed to providing a high-quality education to all students. Our dedicated teachers, administrators and staff are working hard each day to deliver rigorous, innovative and supportive learning environments in our schools,” said Superintendent Robert W. Runcie. “While there were significant issues associated with the state’s implementation of the 2015 FSA, we are continuing to analyze data, sharing best practices, and maintain our focus on doing what’s right for students.”
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