THIS Week's News
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?]
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| My time to shine, says Bolt [01.08.08] |
For sometime now, Usain Bolt has been fighting to step out of the shadows of fellow countryman Asafa Powell, and now that he is the world's fastest man, the 21-year-old Jamaican says it's finally his time to shine.
Bolt, who two months ago supplanted Powell as the world record holder in the 100 metres at the Reebok Grand Prix in New York, says he is not surprised at his recent success.
Not surprised
"Well, things have been coming together for a long while now so I'm not really surprised," Bolt, who dominated his career as a junior, said.
"I've been doing well over the years. I guess it's just my time now I would say."
Bolt leads the world in the 100 metres with his world record run of 9.72 seconds and the 200 metres with a career best and national record of 19.67 seconds.
He is expected to leave Beijing with at least one individual gold medal and two if he runs the sprint double. But despite the huge expectations, the lanky sprinter says he feels no pressure.
"The only way you are under pressure is [if] you put yourself under pressure," said the runner nicknamed 'Lightning Bolt'.
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| Lil Wayne set to take the stage at the VMAS! [01.08.08] |
Lil Wayne is set performed at the 2008 MTV VMAS:
“Sources close to MTV confirm that Lil Wayne will be performing at this year’s VMA’s, airing September 7 in Los Angeles. The announcement will be made on tonight’s live episode of FN MTV Premieres along with the nominees for Best Hip Hop and Best Pop Videos.”
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| Must Have Accessories for the Fall [01.08.08] |
When you really think about it, what defines an accessory? Wikipedia (my favorite source for all things unknown) says, “ decorative items that supplement ones garment.” However, accessories don’t always play a supporting role in an ensemble’s story, today they often are the stars of the show. Whether a bangle or watch, shoes or hats, bright or soft, accessories can up the “fab factor” of any outfit. So this Fall as the leaves change and the breeze sweetly turns into a wind keep in mind that no outfit is complete without one of the following:
1) Printed Tights (stockin’ girl.com, $24.99), 2) The Unisex Fedora (Missoni, $177), 3) Big Watches (Guess, SE-1 Ladies Timepiece, $450), 4) A’Vant Garde Headbands (Urban Outfitters, Skinny Feather Headband, $18), 5) Chain Link Necklaces (Rachel Leigh, Sundance Layer Necklace, $198), 6) Sexy Booties (Prada, $785), 7) Band Bracelets Example, 8) Western Inspired Pieces (Stella McCartney, $1,045), 9) Animal Skin Clutches (Alexander McQueen, $595), 10) Harley Boots (Marc Jacobs, price upon request) |
| She might be Chris Brown's Baby Mother [01.08.08] |
Another chick is claiming another superstar knocked her up and is her baby’s daddy. The newest allegation is against Chris Brown. A 19 year old woman names Michelle Gasper called in to a Tappahannock, VA radio station (Chris’ hometown) a few days ago to spill the beans abut how allegedly he is the father of her 4 year old (yes–4 year old) son. She even claims Chris and his mother Joyce have been paying her silence money since Day 1.
A Local Virginia native, Michelle Gasper, a 19 year old from Tappahannock, Virginia called her local radio station Saturday morning claiming that singer Chris Brown and herself had been in a relationship for over 2 years before he signed a record deal, and released his self-titled debut album in 2005. She claimed that the two first started dating in 2003, when they were both only 14 years old. Gasper claims that the two engaged in unprotected sex numerous times, and she had agreed with Brown to acquire in an abortion before later giving birth to her now 4 year old son, Deshante Gasper in July 2004.
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| Red Stripe is advocating responsible drinking during this RTI Weekend [31.07.08] |
Red Stripe is advocating responsible drinking during the RTI party series this weekend. Through its partnership with Absolute Entertainment to stage another Temptation Isle weekend in Negril July 31 to August 3, Red Stripe will be ensuring that its 'Think Responsibly, Drink Responsibly' campaign is strongly embedded throughout the series of events.
According to Safia Cooper, brand manager for Red Stripe, the company will be undertaking a number of initiatives in an effort to promote responsible drinking over the upcoming weekend using the WESTRN method (Water, Eat, Spacers, avoiding Top-ups, Responsible host; be one, No to drinking and driving).
"It is important to note, as well, that to maintain the safety and health of our loyal consumers, who must be 18 and over, no alcohol will be served during the water breaks to encourage each person to rehydrate," Ms Cooper said.
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| Halle Berry in full support of Obama [31.07.08] |
Halle Berry gave Barack Obama some valuable advertising space Tuesday, sporting his mug on her T-shirt while shopping at the Century City mall.
It's the second time she's pledged her politics on the fashion front. And she's not the only one—several stars are supporting Obama stylewise.
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| Gas Price are going down today (Thank God!) [31.07.08] |
Motorists are to see a reduction in the prices of all petroleum products when they go to the pumps tomorrow.
The state owned oil refinery Petrojam says world oil prices have continued to decline on signs of weakening demand.
The price of a litre of 87 and 90-octane gasoline has been reduced by 83 cents while automotive diesel oil goes down by 90 cents per litre.
A litre of 87 octane is to be sold for $76 .09 cents while a litre of 90 octane will sell for $77.53 cents.
A litre of automotive diesel oil now costs $85.54.
82 cents has been taken off the price of a litre of kerosene which is to be sold for $85.79.
One dollar and 73 cents has been removed from the price of a litre of cooking gas, which is to be sold for $46.88.
As is customary, retailers are to add their respective marks ups to the announced prices.
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| Scandal against Obama (Latest McCain TV AD) [31.07.08] |
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| Titanic's Been Unsinkable...Until Dark Knight? [31.07.08] |
Ten years after sailing off with $600.8 million, Titanic remains the top-grossing movie of all-time, a title which, up until The Dark Knight onslaught, hasn't been seriously challenged.
Why?
Statistically speaking, says Jeffrey Simonoff, borrowing a famous line from screenwriter William Goldman, "Nobody knows."
"Many people have noted if the stock market is a high-risk market, the movies is far riskier," says Simonoff, professor of statistics at New York University's Stern School of Business.
Huge opening weekends and great buzz certainly increase a movie's odds of making lots and lots of money, but beyond that, Simonoff argues, it's all guesswork.
"What Titanic had was the amazing word of mouth that just kept growing and growing," Simonoff says. "[But] it wasn't like after the second weekend people could say this is going to be the No. 1 movie for the next three months."
Actually, Titanic was the No. 1 movie at the weekend box office for about three-and-a-half months, or 15 weeks, the second-longest run in the top spot after E.T., which logged 16 weeks there in 1982.
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| Miss Jamaica World contestants [30.07.08] |
The chosen finalists:
Arcadia Brown (23), Miss Perfectil Skin, Hair and Nail;
Sydonie McBayne (24), Miss Tropical Metal Products Ltd;
Raecine Williams (18), Miss Geddes Refrigeration;
Jodion Henry (23), Miss Empire Supermarket;
Monique Daley (17), Miss Ting;
Staci-Lee Peart (18), Miss Optimum Care;
Danielle Bazzoni (18), Miss Permanent Cosmetic Studio;
Danielle Brown (19), Miss O'Riley's Rum Cream;
Brittany Lyons (19), Miss Logo Stitch;
Chaka Lagurre (21), Miss OCS Electrical and Lighting;
Yanique Levy (24), Miss Optical Solutions;
Nikita Byfield (21), Miss Mitsibishi Jamaica;
Sian Watts (24), Miss Jergens Ltd.;
Jade Grant (22), Miss Guardian Fence Systems Ltd.;
Marshagay Reynolds (24), Miss Quality Dealers; and
Shaneka Simpson (22), Miss Acropolis Gaming and Entertainment.
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| TOP TEN from 'The Billboard Hot 100' [30.07.08] |
#1 This Week
Katy Perry - I Kissed A Girl
#2 Rihanna - Take A Bow
#3 Chris Brown - Forever
#4 Lil Wayne - Lollipop
#5 Coldplay - Viva La Vida
#6 Leona Lewis - Bleeding Love
#7 Natasha Bedingfield - Pocketful Of Sunshine
#8 Lil Wayne - A Milli
#9 Kardinal Offishall Featuring Akon - Dangerous
#10 Jesse McCartney - Leavin'
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| National Security Ministry to Install CCTV Systems [30.07.08] |
The Ministry of National Security will be setting up Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) surveillance systems across the island to monitor public spaces, as part of its strategy to tackle crime.
Minister of State in the Ministry, Senator Arthur Williams, during his presentation in the State of the Nation Debate in the Upper House on July 25, said that CCTV systems are being developed in Montego Bay, May Pen and Mandeville.
He noted that in Montego Bay, there is a public tender out for a CCTV system to cover the Hip Strip, Sam Sharpe Square, and the market area. "This is being partially funded by the Tourism Enhancement Fund. Already, the Fund had assisted with the acquisition of a mobile CCTV unit, which is currently in use in Montego Bay. When the new CCTV system is in place in Montego Bay, the mobile unit will be integrated with the system," he informed.
Also, in Mandeville and May Pen, the Ministry has been working with the Chamber of Commerce in these parishes and has completed the technical specifications of these systems. The final layout and system design should be completed within the next two weeks and implementation should begin by September.
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| Jordin Sparks Jealous Of Chris Brown And Rihanna Romance? [30.07.08] |
Jordin Sparks confessed to having a crush on Chris Brown but couldn't pursue the star after she learned he was dating Rihanna.
The American Idol singer collaborated with Brown for her No Air single and wanted to be more than just friends but was dissapointed when he fell for Rihanna.
She says, “Chris is so hot. I had a crush on him for a couple of years and, well, I still do.“Rihanna came to the video shoot. I didn't know they were dating - they were doing the 'just good friends' thing in the media - and I thought 'Oooh, maybe I have a chance'. But it's not to be. They are a sweet couple. I wish them all the best.”
Well Jordin you better get in there quicker next time!...
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| Sprinter Dunkley dropped from Jamaican Olympic squad [29.07.08] |
Sprinter Julien Dunkley was dropped Tuesday from the list of Jamaican athletes competing at the Beijing Olympics but Jamaican Olympic officials would not confirm he tested positive for doping.
Dunkley's name has been removed from a group of 53 Jamaican athletes that had been posted on the Jamaica Olympic Association (JOA) website, but JOA head Mike Fennell said "the website has been under modification from day to day."
"You can draw your own conclusions but I am not going to say anything further at this point," Fennell said.
Fennell had earlier said the athlete who tested positive was not considered a "top athlete" and that he would be dropped from the team and his absence "won't affect anybody who is clean".
While the identity of the doping positive athlete remains unconfirmed, Dunkley fits the description. He finished sixth in the 100 metres final at last month's Jamaican Olympic trials, where the positive test was taken.
The athlete tested positive for the banned substance Boldenone, a favorite among body builders.
Dunkley would have been in a position to compete for Jamaica in preliminary rounds of the sprint relays.
Fennell said Jamaican Olympians are "extremely disappointed that one of their colleagues has let them down."
"It is a very sensitive and important issue and we have to be careful with how we treat it," he said.
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| Dancehall Star Busy Signal to release album Loaded on September 09th [29.07.08] |
VP Records is proud to announce the release of Busy Signal, arguably the hottest and most versatile lyricists currently in dancehall. On his groundbreaking sophomore album Loaded, in stores September 9th, the leading Jamaican deejay unleashes an arsenal of progressive hits that could ultimately redefine dancehall.
This eagerly awaited landmark contains #1 smashes like “Jail”, “These Are The Days”, “Unknown Number” and “Wine Pon Di Edge” that are dominating the dancehall scene worldwide despite their obvious difference in style. This is one of Busy’s trademarks and displayed throughout Loaded. His sense of fun and mischief is allowed full rein on tunes like “Wine Pon Di Edge,” “Hey Girl”, hip hop/dancehall hybrid “Tic Toc” and “Cool It Baby,” which Busy programmed himself. Yet it’s his powerful commentaries on the ghetto lifestyle, like “These Are The Days” that have lent Busy Signal’s art its raw edge, and made him into such a potent mouthpiece for the disenfranchised youth of Jamaica and beyond. “Knocking At Your Door”, “People So Evil” and “Curfew”, are the latest examples of this, whereupon real life and his talent for storytelling combine to often spine-chilling effect.
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| Grange regrets positive test result [29.07.08] |
Sports Minister Olivia Grange last night expressed disappointment with the reports that a Jamaican athlete who was selected to represent the country at the Beijing Olympics has tested positive for a banned substance.
Grange, however, declined to comment further, saying she would do so after the doping process, which includes appeals, is completed.
"If there is any positive in this, it is that our doping procedures work," she said.
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| Lil Wayne (Feat. T-Pain) - Got Money [29.07.08] |
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| How Bad Are iPods for Your Hearing? [29.07.08] |
Hearing loss is more common than ever before. About 16% of American adults have an impaired ability to hear speech, and more than 30% of Americans over age 20 — an estimated 55 million people — have lost some high-frequency hearing, according to a new study published Monday in the Archives of Internal Medicine. The finding has got experts — and concerned parents — wondering anew: Does listening to loud music through headphones lead to long-term hearing loss?
If you're using the earbuds that come with an iPod and you turn the volume up to about 90% of maximum and you listen a total of two hours a day, five days a week, our best estimates are that the people who have more sensitive ears will develop a rather significant degree of hearing loss — on the order of 40 decibels (dB). That means the quietest sounds audible are 40 dB loud. Now, this is high-pitched hearing loss, so a person can still hear sounds and understand most speech. The impact is going to be most clearly noted when the background-noise level goes up, when you have to focus on what someone is saying. Then it can really start to impair your ability to communicate. |
| Usher, Lil Wayne Among VMA Nominees for Best Male Video [29.07.08] |
Usher's 'Love in This Club', Lil Wayne's 'Lollipop', T.I.'s 'No Matter What', Chris Brown's 'With You' and Flo Rida's 'Low' will battle it out for Best Male Video at the 25th annual MTV Video Music Awards, airing live September 7. Mariah Carey, Jordin Sparks and Rihanna will go head-to-head with Katy Perry and Britney Spears in the Best Female Video Category.
Fans can contribute to the VMAs by tuning in to MTV's 'FNMTV' every Friday at 8 p.m. where they'll announce two new categories. Viewers can log on to vma.mtv.com to vote for their favorite artists and videos.
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| Jah Cure (Feat. Jr. Reid) - Hot Long Time [28.07.08] |
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| Beenie Man vs Bounty Killer, On Stage Interview [28.07.08] |
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| Chris Brown, Ne-Yo, Hough Revamp Gum Jingles [28.07.08] |
Wrigley's is turning to contemporary artists Ne-Yo, Chris Brown and Julianne Hough to remix its signature gum jingles. Chris Brown will sing about Doublemint, Ne-Yo will update Big Red and Julianne Hough is paired with Juicy Fruit.
Wrigley's will host a concert in New York tomorrow (July 29) to unveil the new jingles. Radio station Hot 97 is expected to give away tickets for the show as part of the promotion. An advertising campaign from New York's Translation Advertising, part of the IPG network, will launch shortly thereafter.
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| New Whitney Houston Song Hits the 'Net [27.07.08] |
It's been five years since we heard new music from R&B diva Whitney Houston, and it looks like the wait is finally over. Houston posted her new song, 'Like I Never Left,' featuring Akon, on her official MySpace page this weekend. While the diva seems to be back to form, Akon struggles through an awkward verse as he attempts to sing on the same track as Houston. The songstress indirectly proclaims her return to the scene on the new single as she croons, "Yes, your girl is coming back" and "I want you to love me like I never left." Houston's upcoming album is due this fall.
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| Grey Goose Re-Launches website [27.07.08] |
Recognizing that cocktail sales are down at restaurants and bars, Grey Goose is relaunching its Web site today to give consumers tips about how to become a top-notch mixologist in their own homes. The strategy for the new Greygoose.com is to maintain its loyal customer base by giving it access to a portal that can teach consumers to entertain in style at home and impress guests while still saving money.
This is the first update to the “World's Best Tasting Vodka” Web site in a decade. The new iteration, created by @radical.media, New York, will offer a number of new functions including a featured cocktail section as well as a cocktail search engine. Its virtual cocktails function will allow users to share tips via SMS or e-mail.
"The new Grey Goose Web site is an important component of our global integrated marketing communications. It will support and amplify our aspirational brand building activities," said Emil Jattne, brand manager of Grey Goose, which is owned by Bacardi USA, Miami. "The mixology section reinforces Grey Goose's position as the leader in cocktail culture." |
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Week of 27 - 02 August 2008
My time to shine, says Bolt
Lil Wayne set to take the stage at the VMAS!
Must Have Accessories for the Fall
She might be Chris Brown's Baby Mother
Red Stripe is advocating responsible drinking during this RTI Weekend
Halle Berry in full support of Obama
Gas Price are going down today (Thank God!)
Scandal against Obama (Latest McCain TV AD)
Titanic's Been Unsinkable...Until Dark Knight?
Miss Jamaica World contestants
TOP TEN from 'The Billboard Hot 100'
National Security Ministry to Install CCTV Systems?
Jordin Sparks Jealous Of Chris Brown And Rihanna Romance?
Sprinter Dunkley dropped from Jamaican Olympic squad
Dancehall Star Busy Signal to release album Loaded on September 09th
Grange regrets positive test result
Lil Wayne (Feat. T-Pain) - Got Money
How Bad Are iPods for Your Hearing?
Usher, Lil Wayne Among VMA Nominees for Best Male Video
Jah Cure (Feat. Jr. Reid) - Hot Long Time
Beenie Man vs Bounty Killer, On Stage Interview
Chris Brown, Ne-Yo, Hough Revamp Gum Jingles
New Whitney Houston Song Hits the 'Net
Grey Goose Re-Launches website
Week of 20 - 26 July 2008
Bolt cruises in 200 at London GP
Gladiator Booties
Elephant Man Advertises Bullet Energy Drink
Bee-Boy dance crew drops dead
'I am in the best shape'
Who is a true diva without fashion and trendy handbags in her closet?
Jay Z Out Shines Lil Wayne on his album CARTER III
Jamaica's 'Compatriot' Games - Bolt ready to face Powell in Beijing
Bounty Killer will not 'Sizzle'
Jamaica's newest Tourist Attraction : Mystic Mountain
Asafa Powell beats Usain Bolt in Sweden
Lil Wayne: The Best Rapper Alive
DJ Khaled (Feat. Akon) - Our Here Grindin
Rick Ross tries to deny being a Prison Guard
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