Speaking on the New York Connection this morning with Harold Pysadee, Nichole Robinson the daughter of Sparrow revealed that her father is making slow improvement and the doctor’s prognosis is good. Nichole said Sparrow is winking his eyes and lifting his arm which is very encouraging to the family. She also […]
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Whining: genuine Caribbean dance form or vulgarity
By Arley Gill Vulgar! It means rude, impolite, bad mannered. Vulgarity often times is used to describe certain aspects of Caribbean culture, not least is the “whine’’. Whine is defined by a Caribbean dance expert as the thrusting or rotating of the pelvic girdle in a rhythmic pattern. This […]
QUOTABLE CARIBBEAN
“Savvy travellers are increasingly seeking cultural experiences on their trips and we in the Caribbean, with our glorious diversity of history, ecology and extraordinary people, are well placed to provide these experiences for our visitors.” – John P. de Jongh, Jr., Governor, United States Virgin Islands “It is so much easier […]
Interested Investors invited to submit expressions of interest in leasing of Government Estates
ST. GEORGE’S, GRENADA, Wednesday, September 18, 2013 – GIS: The process towards the commercialization of the government estates is ongoing. During the following week, notices will be posted in the newspapers and other media requesting that interested investors submit their Expressions of Interest in leasing the estates. Interested parties will […]
TRINIDAD MEDIA COMPANY TOUTS VIDEO TECHNOLOGY
PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad (September 17, 2013) – A major innovation in digital marketing, offering a significant boost to promoting Caribbean destinations has been launched. Managing Director of the Trinidad and Tobago-based Toute Bagai Publishing Company Neysha Soodeen described the new marketing tool MACO TV, as an innovative way to […]
Grenada Labour Force Survey 2013
ST. GEORGE’S, GRENADA Monday, September 16, 2013: The Central Statistical Office of the Ministry of Finance and Energy, in collaboration with the OECS Secretariat and the International Labour Organisation (ILO) Decent Work Team and Office for the Caribbean, will be conducting a Labour Force Survey in Grenada. This Survey is […]
T&T’s New York Consulate confirms Sparrow is alive
The Consulate General of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago in New York confirms that Mr. Slinger Francisco, “The Mighty Sparrow” is alive. The Consulate General was informed of his condition today 12th September, 2013 at 8:37am by his son, Mr. Richard Francisco, who has been […]
Grenadian soca Artiste Synnah Releases His Second Book In His Zombie Avengers Series
Multitalented Grenadian Soca artiste Earl Edwards, best known as Synnah in the music world, has expanded his artistic wings to become a highly revered children’s author. His literary debut is a series of books for 9-12 year olds called Zombie Avengers. The first book in the series Zombie Avengers: Slay […]
Sparrow is very much alive
According to Tony, the son of the Mighty Sparrow, “dad is very much alive” and has been responding to family members although he is in a coma. Do not believe in the rumors out there especial from postings on social media, that is very disturbing to the relatives and close […]
Primary Health Care make early Major Impact
ST. GEORGE’S, GRENADA, Thursday, September 12, 2013 – GIS: A noticeable increase in the number of home visits to patients in need of healthcare services has boost the confidence level of the Grenada’s healthcare policy directors. The increase comes as the Ministry of Health and Social Security – Primary Health […]
Grenada upgrades from Board of Tourism to Tourism Authority
ST. GEORGE’S, GRENADA, September 11, 2013 – GIS: Increased marketing opportunities, greater potential for earning and better partnership with airlines and cruise ships are just a few of the benefits that Grenada will enjoy as it embarks upon new tourism frontiers by embracing the concept of a Tourism Authority. At […]
Upgrades turn up the volume on Adventist radio ministry
Sep 10, 2013 – Silver Spring, Maryland, United States ANN staff, with reporting by Shelley Nolan Freesland A multi-million dollar upgrade dedicated last week at Adventist World Radio’s flagship studio in Guam will broaden the scope of the radio ministry’s outreach across Asia, administrators say. The $2.9 million upgrade features a […]
Kirani James Receives EC 500,000 in cheque and Treasury Bills
ST. GEORGE’S, GRENADA, Tuesday, September 10, 2013 – GIS: Olympic 400 metre champion Kirani James, has received a cheque valued at EC 100,000 dollars, the first part of EC 500,000 dollars promised to him by the government after his historic feat in London last year. Prime Minister Dr. Keith Mitchell […]
PengCo Music’s Randal Alexander is on a mission
Port-of-Spain, Trinidad. September 9, 2013——Randal Alexander’s music engineering studio at PengCo Music is full of activity and there’s no sign of slowing down. On the heels of some super hot releases featuring Swappi and Orlando Octave last month, PengCo Music has unleashed another track featuring Swappi- one called, OMG. Already […]
CARNIVAL 2013 MAS RESULTS
OLE MAS FEMALE CHARACTER 1st Place: Moreen Hartman Portrayal: “Up Under Me” From the Band: BG Production 2nd Place: Michelle Russell Portrayal: “The Devil’s Bride” From the Band: Antoine International 3rd Place: Elizabeth Taylor Portrayal: “Nannie Wine” From the Band: BG Production OLE MAS MALE CHARACTER 1st Place: Roland Guy […]
