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The Distaste Towards The Word Empire In the British Honours Of OBE, MBE and CBE

web@blueberrymedia.co.uk (Jeevan Robinson) — Sat, 26 May 2012 13:46:26 +0000

Perhaps one of the more prominent and noble acts within human interaction, is saying thank you. Saying thank you can simply be uttered personally or publicly, or it can be affectionately addressed in more lavish terms such as bestowing individuals with awards for the work they have done towards the improvement of the human condition. The British honour system that rewards invididuals with an OBE, MBE and CBE is one such way in which saying thank you is embodied towards citizens of the Commonwealth in recognition of their work and achievements.

West Indians Don’t Have A Problem With Homosexuality Only Homosexual Men

web@blueberrymedia.co.uk (Ebonie Jones) — Fri, 25 May 2012 11:37:36 +0000

Of the 195 countries in the world, homosexuality is illegal in 70 countries. Now that President Obama has placed his stamp of approval on same sex marriages, I’m sure more countries will be inclined to do the same. There are same sex male couples and there are same sex female couples. Yet, West Indians seem to attack gay men more than gay women.

The Government Should Take A Bet With Casinos And Music In Jamaica

web@blueberrymedia.co.uk (Michael Edwards) — Thu, 24 May 2012 15:41:54 +0000

For years, Governments in Jamaica had seemed content to play a kind of “almost pregnant” kind of game, wherein so-called gaming lounges are allowed to exist with all manner of electronic games of chance but somehow are not considered full fledged “casinos”

The Challenges Facing Tourism In The Caribbean According To Prof. Hilary Beckles

web@blueberrymedia.co.uk (Jeevan Robinson) — Thu, 24 May 2012 14:11:33 +0000

Speaking recently at the Caribbean Tourism Organisation's 6th annual Tourism HR Conference taking place at UWI, Cave Hill Campus in Barbados, Prof. Hilary Beckles, Principal of the University of the West Indies, outlined certain key challenges he sees facing the region's tourism industry.

Controversy Throughout Dancehall Music As Beenie Man Denies He Apologised To Gays

web@blueberrymedia.co.uk (Jodee Brown) — Wed, 23 May 2012 16:07:30 +0000

The Jamaican music community has been buzzing since the release of a video statement by Dancehall legend, Beenie Man last week in which he confirmed his stance regarding gay and lesbian critics who’ve long hounded him throughout his career with regards to lyrical content.

Do You Believe In "God"?

web@blueberrymedia.co.uk (Tina Simone) — Wed, 23 May 2012 14:43:27 +0000

What exactly do we mean when we say “I Believe”? Think of the last time you told someone that you believed them? Did you really? What exactly did you mean? We conjure belief in situations when we are asked to accept without perhaps sufficient proof. Many call this a proclamation of faith, especially when reciting creeds and commitments to some religious institution or program. There is a part of us that longs to operate outside of our own experience and teachings by accepting information from others whom we deem trustworthy.

Grammy Award Winners Estelle & Brian McKnight To Perform At Caribbean Fashion Week 2012

web@blueberrymedia.co.uk (Media Release) — Tue, 22 May 2012 12:10:21 +0000

Caribbean Fashionweek, the Caribbean’s premier fashion and style event will celebrate its 12th year at the National Indoor Sports Centre, Kingston, Jamaica, June 7-11. Grammy award winning UK songstress Estelle, whose ‘American boy’ hit made her a global star, recently released her fourth studio album ‘All of me’ and is currently on a European tour, has been confirmed as one of the exciting acts set to perform at this year’s event which has attracted the likes of Kelly Rowland, Eve, Nia Long, Joe and many other stars in past years. Platinum recording artist Brian McKnight will also perform.

Why I Believe Dancehall Music Should Not Be Banned

web@blueberrymedia.co.uk (Ebonie Jones) — Tue, 22 May 2012 03:48:01 +0000

I agree that over the years, dancehall lyrics have become quit explicit. The music has been described as violent, vulgar, hostile, and promotes just about everything parents would like to shield their children from. Bad speech, sex, drugs and crime are at the top of the list.

Geothermal Part 3: The Environmental Impact Of Geothermal Plants

web@blueberrymedia.co.uk (Daniel Magnusson) — Sat, 19 May 2012 05:35:04 +0000

This third in the series of articles looking a geothermal power will seek to address the environmental impact of geothermal plants.

The Danger Signals Are Flashing For The World As Greed, Profiteering And Wrecklessness Dominate

web@blueberrymedia.co.uk (Jeevan Robinson) — Sat, 19 May 2012 05:27:18 +0000

I am breaking a two month self imposed embargo from writing on anything political to address recent statements uttered by UN Secretary-General, Ban Ki-moon, on the changes required to fix the most pressing problem confronting the world today. Mr Secretary addressing the UN General Assembly’s ‘high-level’ debate on The State of the World Economy and Finance and its Impact on Development stated, “It is time to recognize that human capital and natural capital are every bit as important as financial capital.”

St. Kitts Tourism Minister Skerritt Applauds The Return Of Jewel Of The Seas To The Region

web@blueberrymedia.co.uk (St Kitts Tourism Authority) — Fri, 18 May 2012 12:01:49 +0000

St. Kitts and Nevis’ Minister of Tourism and International Transport, Sen. the Hon. Richard Skerritt delivered good news to the island’s tourism stakeholders in the National Assembly on Thursday. Minister Skerritt thanked Royal Caribbean Cruise Line for responding positively to once again offer year-round cruise options in the sub-region from next year.

Attorney Warren Cassell's Bail Application Hits A Glitch

web@blueberrymedia.co.uk (Jeevan Robinson) — Thu, 17 May 2012 15:16:58 +0000

The bail application that took place today for Montserrat’s Attorney at Law, Warren Cassell, who was recently sentenced to a five year prison term for land fraud and fined $125,000, hit a glitch at the sitting of the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court of Appeal in Montserrat.

USVI Department Of Tourism Offers $350 To Travel To The Region

web@blueberrymedia.co.uk (The U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Tourism) — Tue, 15 May 2012 11:58:08 +0000

The U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Tourism today launches its Sizzlin’ Sampler package, offering travelers an opportunity to save $350 on a visit to the Territory this summer. The offer, designed to entice visitors to stay during the low season, includes a $200 instant credit towards any booking for a minimum five-night stay at participating hotels, $50 in shopping certificates, $50 in attractions certificates, $50 in dining certificates and the fifth night free.

Political Correctness Has Stifled Us From Saying What We Really Feel

web@blueberrymedia.co.uk (Ebonie Jones) — Tue, 15 May 2012 11:46:21 +0000

Political Correctness, according to my Google search, is defined as the avoidance of forms of expression or action that are perceived to exclude, marginalize, or insult certain groups of people. That’s a nice, safe, scholarly definition. However, according to urbanddictionary.com, political correctness is defined as organized Orwellian intolerance and stupidity, disguised as compassionate liberalism. I like Urban Dictionary’s definition much better.

Did Former West Indies Cricket Star, Brian Lara, Disrespect Nelson Mandela?

web@blueberrymedia.co.uk (HG Helps) — Mon, 14 May 2012 14:55:34 +0000

The Jamaica Observer is reporting that former West Indies Cricket Board President, Pat Rousseau, is still angry at the way in which the former President of South Africa Nelson Mandela was "disrespected" by batting star Brian Lara 14 years ago.