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Week of 03 - 09 August 2008
SHOCKING NEWS: Comedian Bernie Mac Died Last Night

Machel Montano Conquors Crop Overs

Olympics opening ceremony

Jamaica lead Caribbean charge at Olympics

VIBE 15th and JayZ's Blueprint 111

Kanye West speaks out on some issues

Its time you Travel in style

Tanya Stephens to release new album and book

Barbados Cropover Road March King: Edwin Yearwood

Team Jamaica on the road to Beijing Benefit concert on August 09

Barbados Cropover 'GRAND JAM

ATI 'missing in action'

Lacoste Revan 3 Waterproof Pack

Jamaicans Urged to Collect Free Grand Gala Tickets Early

Gay: I'll be ready for Olympic 100m showdown

Hollywood's Newest Uniform: Black and White Chic

Chris Brown Has a Bad Case of Puppy Love

Micheal Jordan still got it:: Look out Kobe

Comedian Bernie Mac, is still in Very Critical Condition

Trinidad: Notorious gangster finds God

Brad and Angelina's Twins

Jermaine Dupri's Celebrity Basketball Game [Must watch]

Must Accessories for the rest of summer

It's Bolt at the double

The Merchandising of Obama hits the streets

The Cost For THREE Gold Medals

Rihanna & Chris Brown Get Facial

Parade of Floats Begins at 10:00 a.m. Aug. 6

Rough Arrest Caught On Camera [More Police Brutality?]

SHOCKING NEWS: Comedian Bernie Mac Died Last Night [09.08.08]
Comedian Bernie Mac died this morning in Chicago after a long hospitalization from pneumonia. Mac, whose real name is Bernard McCullough, passed away early this morning at Northwestern Memorial Hospital. He was 50 years old. His rep just issued the following statement to TMZ: "Actor/ comedian Bernie Mac passed away this morning from complications due to pneumonia in a Chicago area hospital. No other details are available at this time. We ask that his family's privacy continues to be respected." The day before he died, Mac's rep insisted he was stable, in no danger and expected to be released within the week, even though it was clear Mac was on his death bed.
Machel Montano Conquors Crop Over [09.08.08]
Soca superstar Machel Montano brought the excitement and thus the masses to the annual Crop Over celebrations in Barbados, last week. First with the bMobile EnVy concert on July 26, followed by the Brian Lara All-Inclusive Fete on August 2, then performing to a sold-out crowd at Cohobblopot on August 3, and finally hitting the street parade for Grand Kadooment on August 4, Montano was the face of Crop Over this year. Cohobblopot, a national cultural event, is the premiere concert of the Crop Over season, and after suffering low turnout in recent years, the Barbadian government turned to the top name in soca, the Southern Caribbean's most popular genre, to bring the masses - and that he did. "I'm delighted to come to Barbados to celebrate Crop Over, even though it meant skipping Caribana in Toronto, because four members of my band are from Barbados and so it means a lot to be able to come home and celebrate with them," states Montano, who saw his very first headlining performance at Crop Over this year. Backed by the HD Band and featuring sizzling performances from members of the HD family - soca sensation Patrice Roberts, Farmer Nappy and Zan, Montano received overwhelming roars from the screaming audience when he also brought on surprise guests - rapper Lil Jon, reggaeton star Pitbull, and Jamaican dancehall group TOK. source - RHONA FOX, INC.
Olympics opening ceremony [08.08.08]

Olympics opening ceremony [08.08.08]

Jamaica lead Caribbean charge at Olympics [08.08.08]
Propelled by a tremendously strong Jamaican track-and-field outfit, the Caribbean Community is well placed to bag at least a dozen medals at the games of the 29th Olympiad. When the 'smog' clears, the expectation is for the region's medal haul to be within the range of its previous most successful Olympics in Australia eight years ago. CARICOM landed 12 medals at the Sydney 2000 Games, a figure boosted to 15 subsequently with the elevation of several Caribbean athletes to medal status after the demise of American drug cheats. The immense quality of runners representing Jamaica, Trinidad and Tobago (T&T) and The Bahamas guarantees huge prominence for the Caribbean in the sprints and all the relay events. Usain Bolt and Asafa Powell, the fastest men in history, are the media's most sought-after competitors on the Olympic roster here, and the two Jamaicans' clash with American World Champion Tyson Gay in the men's 100 metres is the premier event on the Olympic schedule. Powell held the 100-metre world record from June in 2005 to May this year when Bolt ran a blistering 9.72 seconds to erase his Jamaican colleague's mark of 9.74 seconds. Bolt and Powell are joined in their 100-metre bid by several other impressive Caribbean speed men, including veteran Kim Collins, the 2003 World Champion-ship gold medallist from St Kitts and Nevis, Bahamian Derrick Atkins, who beat Powell while placing second to Gay at the Osaka World Championships last year, and T&T's 2003 World Champion-ship silver medallist Darrell Brown. Add to them, T&T's Richard Thompson and Marc Burns, who are among the top 10 fastest in the world so far this year, with times of 9.93 and 9.97 seconds, respectively. read more source
VIBE 15th and JayZ's Blueprint 111[08.08.08]
Jay-Z’s appearance on this month’s VIBE cover for the 15th Anniversary Juice Issue comes following the recent announcement of his upcoming album the Blueprint III, his last album on Def Jam. Music journalist/author and VIBE contributor Elliott Wilson interviews Jay-Z for this month’s cover story as he joins the mogul on tour for a five-day trip across the UK. Wilson grills the rapper/businessman with 15 questions about his life and career – from the breakup of Roc-A-Fella, to his support of Barack Obama, to his alleged marriage to long-time girlfriend Beyoncé Knowles. Jay-Z on supporting Senator Barack Obama: “What [Obama] represents is, we as a people are part of the American Dream…We were left out of the dream at a certain point. Now the dream is, you can be anything – and it’s not cliché.” Jay-Z on Lil Wayne: “You should embrace the next generation…I think he’s really a fan of mine. I think he really loves the sh-t that I’ve done…The public has him in line next, and for me to say he’s not in line next would be foolish.” Jay-Z’s response when asked to confirm his marriage to Beyoncé: “I just think it’s really a part of your life that you gotta keep to yourself…You have to have something sacred to you and the people around you…I shared so much of my life…I should have something to hold on to.” source
Kanye West speaks out on some issues [08.08.08]
The concert which is part of his Glow in the Dark tour was wrapped with a speech where he addressed how harsh people has criticized the young rapper. "How is Soulja Boy killing hip-hop?" Kanye shouted out to the crowd. "He had one of the biggest songs of the summer. If anything, he's helping keep it alive. You don't have to be Lil Wayne in order for people to say your sh is fresh." He also emphasized on the need to accept diversity, adding "Open y'all's fin' minds. Be accepting of different people. Let people be who they are." West then clarified his statement by taking an example from his own experience. He said, "You know how many people came at me, calling me 'gay' cause I wear my jeans the fresh way? Or 'cause I said, 'Hey, dude, how y'all gonna say 'f' right in front of a gay dude's face and act like that's OK?' That sh* is disrespectful." He continued, "It took me time to break out of the mental prisons I was in. The stereotypes of the fear of the backlash that I would get for believing in what I believe in, for accepting people for who they are." source

Its time you Travel in style [07.08.08]
You don't have to be a President to travel presidentially. In fact, all you need is a first-class ticket aboard Dubai-based Emirates airline A380 aircraft. Here is what you should know...Inflight email and SMS, 100 movies on-demand, 50 on-demand television channels, 350 audio channels, and 40 electronic games available to all passengers. The Double Decker Aircraft is manufactured by Airbus. The lower deck seats 399 in the Economy Class (this is not where you want to be). The upper deck seats 76 in the Business Class and 14 in the First Class suites. More pictures after the jump. In First Class: * First Class passengers enjoy access to the aircrafts two showers. * Dedicated shower attendants clean and freshen the rooms after each use. * Unlimited access to upper deck bar/lounge area * Cost of first class ticket: $10,000 USD
Tanya Stephens to release new album and book [07.08.08]
Tanya Stephens is prepping the release of a new album as well as a book later this year. The artiste who was previously signed to New York's VP Records, recently unveiled a new track called "Nasty" from the forthcoming disc at the Sex in the City live performance series held in New Kingston. "The album is a continuation of the thought process and the frame of mind that I have been in. There won't be any skits on the album, just some songs to make you think about real life situations," Stephens said. Titled Infallible, the 21-track album will be Stephens' 7th opus, following closely on the heels of her final VP Records disc Rebelution, which was released two years ago. Tanya's other albums were Too Hype, Ruff Rider, Big Tings a Gwaan, Gangsta Blues, and Sintoxicated which was for Warner Music Sweden.
Barbados Cropover Road March King: Edwin Yearwood [06.08.08]
They call him 'The General' and Edwin Yearwood once again led his troops to victory, securing a krosfyah hat-trick when he won Tune-of-the-Crop today with Handle Yuh Business. Yearwood's fourth Road March title added to the People's Monarch title he won last Thursday with the same song and the Party Monarch victory bandmate Khiomal won last Sunday with Unleash the Beast. "You never know what to expect because Road March tends to go some funny ways sometimes. It feels cool that we can share that vibe once again with Barbados like it used to be," said the Road March king who now has a tally of ten titles - four Road Marches, five Party Monarch crowns and one Pic-o-de-Crop victory. He painted his victory as one for the krosfyah family, saying: "I am extremely proud especially for krosfyah and definitely more so for Khiomal because a lot of people see him as the "Robin" not necessarily as the "Batman" but he is one of the most determined and Dedicated young people. But outside of that I am really proud of krosfyah because so many times people write off the band saying krosfyah is done and every year God gives us the gift to write some beautiful music and put it out there so that we keep coming back."
Team Jamaica on the road to Beijing Benefit concert on August 09 [06.08.08]
New York, NY (Ms. Raine Inc.): The BETJ special Team Jamaica Bickle: On the Road to Beijing featuring non-profit sports support organization Team Jamaica Bickle's 'Team Jamaica on the Road to Beijing' Reggae Charity Concert, will air on Saturday, August 9th at 1PM and 7PM EST on BET J. Featuring live performances by VP Records recording artists Etana and Duane Stephenson, and interviews from Jamaica's Ambassador to the United States Anthony Johnson, Reggae legend Cocoa Tea, and Team Jamaica Bickle president Irwine Clare, the special highlights TJB's effort to raise awareness on Jamaica's top track and field athletes and raise funds to support Team Jamaica on their mission to dominate the XXIX Olympics in Beijing, China this month. Funds raised from the concert were also contributed to high school track and field athletes who competed at Penn Relays this past April. The 'Team Jamaica on the Road Beijing' Reggae Charity Concert, presented by TJB in association with VP Records, was held on Sunday, April 20th at the Walt Whitman Theater at Brooklyn College, and featured renowned Lover's Rock crooner Richie Stephens, and new Roots sensation Jamelody, in addition to Etana, Duane Stephenson, and headliner Cocoa Tea. Popular Reggae artist Gyptian made a special stage appearance. Team Jamaica Bickle donated $10,000 from the concerts proceeds to the Jamaica Amateur Athletic Association, in the name of late Jamaican Olympic gold medalist Herb McKenley. The BET J special Team Jamaica Bickle: On the Road to Beijing will air on Saturday, August 9th at 1PM and 7PM EST on BET J.
Barbados Cropover 'GRAND JAM ' [05.08.08]
IT WAS HOT! HOT! HOT! But the scorching sun did not prevent costumed revellers from having a grand time as Barbados' biggest street party climaxed yesterday. Twenty-five bands paraded at the Rotherley Construction Grand Kadooment between the National Stadium and Spring Garden Highway, but while some bands attracted more than 1 000 members, others barely scraped a handful. But this did not stop the jamming! Although some observers commented that revellers lacked energy during the parade at the Stadium and the costumes lacked creativity, the pace picked up as bands travelled along the route. Clad in skimpy costumes, the revellers seemed to create more heat as they jumped and wined with gay abandon to some of the season's popular calypsos. Costume designers also utilised more earth tone colours such as orange and gold, and pastel hues of indigo, blue and green were also dominant. read more source
ATI 'missing in action' [05.08.08]
In terms of excitement, Saturday night at the ATI weekend parties did not live up to the previous nights. The food aspect of MIA was the most disappointing of the ATI parties, all of which were food and drink inclusive. At minutes to midnight, soup was just being served and a flock of persons swarmed the serving area to partake. Shortly after, food was served but in very small quantities, which only served to upset the patrons. An all white party, MIA was promoted, during the day, as the place to be on Saturday night. However, it took a long time for patrons to get there and, when they did, their visit was short-lived as they soon left for the neighbouring Rhythm and Booze. read more source
Lacoste Revan 3 Waterproof Pack [05.08.08]
The Lacoste Fall/Winter 2008 Stealth collection pact consist of both the Revan 3 low and Raven 3 High. They are available in the two colorways seen here. The waterproof feature is designed to keep your feet dry and warm. A better look at each is available after the jump.
Jamaicans Urged to Collect Free Grand Gala Tickets Early [05.08.08]
Minister of Information, Culture, Youth, and Sports, Olivia Grange is encouraging Jamaicans who are attending the 2008 Grand Gala at the National Stadium on Independence Day (Wednesday, August 6), to collect their free tickets early. "In order to ensure that there is crowd control and order in entering the stadium we have printed tickets which will be made available to the public. You must not pay for any ticket, there is no charge, admission is free but you have to get your pass," Miss Grange said. source
Gay: I'll be ready for Olympic 100m showdown [05.08.08]
World champion Tyson Gay says he will be fit to take his place on the blocks as he bids for 100 meters glory at the Beijing Olympics next week. Gay, who clocked an astonishing 9.68 seconds in a wind-assisted effort at the U.S. trials, damaged his hamstring as he stumbled in the 200 meters heats at the same meeting. It left the 100 meters as his only individual event at the Games and raised fears that he would not be fully fit to challenge Jamaican stars Usain Bolt and Asafa Powell in an eagerly-awaited showdown. But Gay has no doubts he will be ready for the start of the 100 meters on August 15. "When I step on the line in Beijing, don't worry. I'll be ready to go," Gay told the Associated Press before departing for China from Munich, Germany. He has decided to fly to Beijing and skip going to the U.S. track team's training camp in Dalian because he wants be at Friday's opening source
Hollywood's Newest Uniform: Black and White Chic [05.08.08]
Lately, stars like Kim Kardashian, Rihanna and Jamie-Lynn Sigler have been sprucing up their style with black and white fashions. The trick to making the basic look (a skirt and tank) all your own is choosing the right accessories. While Kim used a patent leather belt to emphasize her famous curves, Jamie-Lynn added pizazz with a flashy metallic clutch. And of course, the always edgy Rihanna opted for a studded cuff and gladiator pumps. Steal or Splurge
Chris Brown Has a Bad Case of Puppy Love [05.08.08]
We're so used to seeing starlets with little dogs that we're not sure what to make of Chris Brown and his fluffy arm candy while shopping on Melrose Boulevard. Granted, he's toting the pup (and probably the purchases) for girlfriend Rihanna, but may we suggest something a little more manly next time—a rugged rescue perhaps?
Micheal Jordan still got it:: Look out Kobe [Must watch] [05.08.08]

Morgan Freeman hospitalised [04.08.08]
According to The Associated Press, Mississippi Highway Patrol spokesman Sgt. Ben Williams said Freeman was driving a 1997 Nissan Maxima belonging to Demaris Meyer of Memphis when the car left a rural highway and flipped several times shortly before midnight Sunday. "There's no indication that either alcohol or drugs were involved," Williams said, according to the AP. Both Freeman and Meyer were wearing seat belts, Williams reported. The woman's condition was not immediately available. Freeman was airlifted to the hospital in Tennessee. "They had to use the jaws of life to extract him from the vehicle," Clay McFerrin, editor of Sun Sentinel in Charleston, Mississippi, told the AP. "He was lucid, conscious. He was talking, joking with some of the rescue workers at one point." source
'RTI To the World' [04.08.08]
This picture was captured by watever.com at the 'Pretty in Pink' party held over the weekend, during the Red Stripe Temptation Isle festivities in Negril, Jamaica.
Comedian Bernie Mac, is still in Very Critical Condition [04.08.08]
The revelation came after Mac’s publicist told media on Saturday that she had received multiple calls from news outlets regarding “absolutely untrue” rumors of the star’s demise. “It is a very horrible rumor,” publicist Danica Smith said. “It is absolutely untrue. Nothing has changed from yesterday.” The 50-year-old south suburban resident’s hospitalization was reported Friday. His publicist said then that the “King of Comedy” was admitted for pneumonia but was responding well to treatment, and should be released soon. Smith also said she didn’t know when Mac, whose real name is Bernard McCullough, entered the hospital. She said the pneumonia was unrelated to Mac’s sarcoidosis, a chronic disease that can inflame tissue, particularly in the lungs. Smith said Mac’s sarcoidosis has been in remission since 2005.
Trinidad: Notorious gangster finds God [04.08.08]
After 18 years of jail ‘most wanted’ becomes priest One of the country’s most notorious gangsters has turned his back on crime - to become a priest. Aaron Williams has been ordained as an Archbishop of the Spiritual Baptist Church in central Trinidad, two and a half years after being released from prison. In the 1980s, Williams, once known as the ‘best washer of cocaine’ and the ‘Prince of Robbers’, led one of the most notorious gangs at Laventille and kept company with some of the country’s other well known criminals, including reputed drug dealer Dole Chadee who was hanged for murder. source
Brad and Angelina's Twins [04.08.08]
After the reported $14 million charity payout to parents Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt, maybe their little one Knox will become known as Fort Knox. He and his twin sister, Vivienne, sure look cute and a half on the cover of People magazine.
Jermaine Dupri's Celebrity Basketball Game [Must watch] [04.08.08]

Must Accessories for the rest of summer [04.08.08]
1.ASOS Oversized Woven Folded Clutch, $32.45, asos.com, 2. Stamped Initial Stud Earrings, $16, urbanoutfitters.com, 3. Sergio Rossi, Angelika Patent Pumps, $475, intermixonline.com, 4. Straw Boater Hat, £20.00, topshop.com, 5. ASOS Multicoloured Bead And Disc Drop Earrings, $17.30, asos.com, 6. Playboy Playmate Of The Month Hoop Earrings, $38.93, asos.com, 7. Christian Louboutin, Very Prive pumps, $770, net-a-porter.com, 8. Enamel Stud Extra Large Clutch, £30.00, topshop.com, 9. Impressionist Silk Scarf, £20.00, topshop.com, 10. Diesel Leather High-Top Lace-Up Boots, $356.90, asos.com, 11. Ray-Ban, Wayfarer sunglasses, $140 , 12. Oasis 6 Mixed Bangle Set, $21.63, asos.com, 13. Irregular Choice Flat Knotted Leather Sandal, $127.62, 14. Antigua 2 Sunglasses, £12.00, topshop.com, 15. Fiorelli Patent Large Colour Block Shoulder Bag $105.99, asos.com, 16. Dome Clutch, $19.80, forever21.com, 17. Nike Vintage Terminator Hi, $79.99, urbanoutfitters.com, 18. Lola Rose Sterling Silver Faceted Square Ring, $149.25, asos.com, 19. ASOS Wooden Bangle With Gold Eyelets And Metal Detail, $17.30, asos.com, 20. ASOS T-Bar Snake Flat Sandal, $19.47, asos.com, 21. ASOS Enamel Zebra Effect Cut Out Drop Earrings, $12.98, asos.com
It's Bolt at the double [03.08.08]
Usain Bolt will run the sprint double at the Olympic Games in Beijing, China, his coach Glen Mills confirmed yesterday. Bolt had expressed his interest in running both events at the August 8-24 Games, but said he would leave the decision up to his coach. "He will run both," Mills said in a statement, ending weeks of speculation over the issue. The plan at the start of the season was to focus on the 200 metres, a race Bolt won a bronze medal in at the World Championships in Osaka, Japan last year. However, things took off for the lanky sprinter in May when he produced three sub-10 clockings in the 100-metres, including a world record of 9.72-seconds. source
The Merchandising of Obama hits the streets [03.08.08]
Barack Obama mania has totally skipped Madison Ave in terms of merchandising nad has gone straight to the streets with custom Air Forces, Nike....
The Cost For THREE Gold Medals [03.08.08]
It will cost more than $16 million to fuel Jamaica's expectations of winning at least three gold medals at the 2008 Olympics in Beijing, China. This amount covers airfare, outfitting the athletes, staging a pre-Olympics camp in Tianjin, as well as a small per diem (allowance) for athletes, according to Mike Fennell, president of the Jamaica Olympic Association. Fennell admits it is a hefty sum, but argues that "it is money worth spending". In fact, the bulk of the financing will come from sponsors, including Digicel, Singer and Puma. Jamaica has sent a 57-member team to carry the country's flag in Beijing, where the eyes of the world will be focused on the 29th Olympiad from August 8 to 24. Fennell says the cost of getting each athlete to Beijing is approximately US$4,000 (J$285,000). Airfare, which is approximately US$2,500 per person (J$178,125), accounts for the lion's share of the cost. HOW THE MONEY IS SPENT $178,125 Airfare per athlete attending the Games $8,550 Daily cost per athlete at pre-Olympics camp $1,781 Per diem for each athlete per day source
Rihanna & Chris Brown Get Facial [03.08.08]
The singer and his boo Rihanna got real close in Ocean City, Maryland this weekend. And the by way things look -- she let him know who the real pop star is.
Parade of Floats Begins at 10:00 a.m. Aug. 6 [03.08.08]
The Parade of Floats for the Festival Float Parade and Grand Gala begins at 10:00 a.m. on Independence Day, Wednesday, August 6, while the Main Parade begins at 1:00 p.m. The float promises to be an exciting affair, full of colour, pomp and splendor, with people dancing to music, just the way Jamaicans like it. Included in the morning float will be 30 sports cars, 20 classic cars, 10 floats and four music trucks with disco. The float departs the main gate of King's House at 10:00 a.m. and proceeds across to Lady Musgrave Road. The parade will then follow the route as outlined below. The Parade will then line up in front of the assembly, starting at the most westerly gate of the Police Officers Club. At 1:00 p.m. the parade of Floats will be joined by revellers and two live music trucks. At this time, the sports cars and classic cars will depart to go along the main parade route. The Main Parade will then follow the route as outlined below. * Down Hope Road to Half-Way Tree square * Left on Half -Way Tree Road to Oxford Road * Left on Oxford Road at Half-Way Tree intersection * Across to Tom Redcam Drive at Old Hope Road intersection * Right on Arthur Wint Drive to Roosevelt Avenue intersection. source
Rough Arrest Caught On Camera [More Police Brutality?] [03.08.08]