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Trini Asha Mandela has world's longest dreadlocks

Sun, 16 Nov 2008 11:54:34 -0500

Trinidadian Asha Mandela has claimed the Guinness Book Of Records title for the longest dreadlocks. A few weeks ago, Mandela, the mother of a seven year old son, submitted her claim to the Guinness World Records committee to have her almost nine foot long dreadlocks recognized as the longest in the world.

Chris Joseph shot dead at trendy Corner Bar

Mon, 20 Oct 2008 06:55:00 -0400

Chris Anthony Joseph, a 24-year-old chemical engineer who just wanted to enjoy a night out at one of Woodbrook's newest liming spots, the Corner Bar, had his life cut short by a lone gunman after midnight yesterday. Corner Bar co-owner Chris Leacock said while he was saddened by the fatal shooting that occurred outside the bar after midnight yesterday, he wants to have it open for business tonight.

Soca Warriors beat USA 2-1 in World Cup Qualifier

Thu, 16 Oct 2008 07:11:55 -0400

The Trinidad and Tobago Soca Warriors have finally won a World Cup Qualifier against the United States after winning 2-1 last night with goals from Russell Latapy and Dwight Yorke at the Hasely Crawford Stadium.

Bounty Killer dad dies

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 16:48:33 -0400

Constantine Basil Pryce, the father of ace deejay Bounty Killer died yesterday after being ill. Bounty Killer, whose real name is Rodney Pryce, is said to have shared a good relationship with his dad. Bounty Killer's only comment was, "Mi a ask everybody fi pray fi mi."

Beenie Man, Cecile, Bunji, Faye Ann and more for Bravo birthday

Thu, 09 Oct 2008 14:48:05 -0400

Cricketer Dwayne Bravo hosted his birthday bash at Zen Nightclub in Trinidad on Tuesday night to much fanfare. Bravo is expected to make a donation to his favourite charity, St. Michael's Home for Boys. Artistes such as Beenie Man, Ce'cile, Bunji Garlin, Faye Ann Lyons and more performed for the packed audience.

Asafa Powell parents do not like him dancing

Wed, 08 Oct 2008 00:23:40 -0400

While thousands of fans worldwide cannot get enough of Olympic 2008 Gold medalist Asafa Powell's recent displays of the 'Nuh Linga' and 'Gully Creeper' dance moves, his two biggest fans, his parents, are not pleased with dancing at all. Rev. William Powell and his wife, Cislyn, are "not happy" about Asafa's recent indulgence in dancehall moves and are praying that the sprint sensation stops doing them.

ALGICO safe from AIG sell off

Sat, 04 Oct 2008 10:24:28 -0400

Trinidad and Tobago based insurance firm American Life and General Insurance Company (ALGICO), partly owned by American Insurance Group (AIG), is not in any risk due to the overwhelming credit crunch that the United States and most of the world is currently facing.

Shurwayne Winchester and Traffik split

Fri, 19 Sep 2008 14:47:04 -0400

Reigning International Groovy Soca Monarch, Shurwayne Winchester, has resigned as a permanent member of the soca band Traffik. His publicist yesterday issued a press release stating that Winchester will officially exit the band on October 16 in what is an "amicable" separation.

Jamaica men take 4x100m gold in record 37.10

Sat, 23 Aug 2008 11:00:19 -0400

Usain Bolt is now officially a track and field legend after winning his third gold medal in the 4x100m relay in record time on Friday's eight day of competition of the 29th Olympiad in the 91,000 capacity Bird's Nest Stadium.

Trinidad and Tobago grab silver in 4x100m relay

Sat, 23 Aug 2008 10:51:24 -0400

The silver that will be draped around the necks of Keston Bledman, Marc Burns, Emmanuel Callender and Richard Thompson at today's 2008 Olympic men's 4x100 metres medal ceremony is worth even more to the Trinidad and Tobago sprinters than the colour suggests.

Eek-A-Mouse on rape, kidnapping, cocaine and marijuana charges

Sat, 23 Aug 2008 10:42:33 -0400

Reggae veteran Ripton Hylton, otherwise called Eek-A-Mouse was allegedly arrested on charges of kidnapping, rape and possession of cocaine and marijuana in North Carolina, USA. The artiste was arrested on Sunday August 17 at 4 a.m. in Kill Devil Hill, North Carolina.

Dancehall Night at Sumfest 2008 goes to Mavado

Sun, 20 Jul 2008 09:20:15 -0400

Mavado firmly solidified his claim to one of the top dancehall reggae entertainers after a brilliant performance at Reggae Sumfest 2008, Catherine Hall Entertainment Centre, in Montego Bay. Mavado eclipsed the Warlord, Bounty Killer, who on Thursday night was arrested after a tirade of profanities.

Beenie Man and D'Angel reconciling?

Sat, 05 Jul 2008 09:39:04 -0400

It appears Moses "Beenie Man" Davis and Michelle "D'Angel" Downer are reconciling their differences and all indications appear that the former Jamaica power couple are being civil once more. Beenie Man has definitely been seeing their baby, Marco Dean very frequently as well. Beenie and D'Angel have also been spotted at Weddy Weddy.

JFK plotters extradited from Trinidad to New York

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 08:07:54 -0400

Trinidadian Kareem Ibrahim, and Guyanese Abdul Kadir and Abdel Nur, were flown by private jet to Miami International Airport en route to JFK Airport, in connection with their alleged roles to bomb JFK International Airport in New York last year. The trio were escorted by approximately 15 FBI and Trinidad law enforcement agents.

Soca Warriors get past Bermuda 2-0 in World Cup qualifier

Sun, 22 Jun 2008 23:37:48 -0400

Trinidad and Tobago made amends for a 2-1 defeat to Bermuda in Trinidad last weekend, with a 2-0 victory tonight in Hamilton, Bermuda before a sellout crowd. Bermuda was hoping for an improbable victory against the top rated Caribbean team. The goal scorers on the day were Daryll Roberts who is currently unattached from any club team and English First Division striker Stern John.

RBTT acquisition by Royal Bank Canada complete

Tue, 17 Jun 2008 06:53:18 -0400

RBC (Royal Bank of Canada) has completed its TT$13.7 billion buyout of RBTT (Royal Bank of Trinidad and Tobago) Financial Holdings. A joint RBC/RBTT statement said yesterday RBTT Group CEO Suresh Sookoo and RBC's head of Caribbean banking Ross McDonald will share responsibility for leading a smooth transition as the new banking entity decides how to best use its management.

Beenie Man disses Jr. Gong and Stephen Marley

Sat, 14 Jun 2008 10:59:31 -0400

Beenie Man has lashed out at Junior Gong and Stephen Marley in an interview with Chris Goldfinger of BBC Radio. The feud according to Beenie Man kicked off at a concert in The Bahamas in April of 2008 in which the performance of Beenie Man was cut short due to time restrictions.

Gun charges dropped against Mavado

Thu, 05 Jun 2008 16:30:01 -0400

Word from Jamaica is that all charges against Mavado, aka David Brooks have been dropped by Jamaica's Director Of Public Prosecutions. Mavado was charged with illegal possession of a firearm and two counts of shooting with intent related to a shooting incident on July 27, 2007 at Mannings Hill Road in St. Andrew. Mavado was arrested in March of 2008.

Mavado and Keyshia Cole concerts canceled in Trinidad

Thu, 05 Jun 2008 09:56:29 -0400

Two concerts scheduled for May 31 in Trinidad did not materialize. RF Promotions' third attempt to showcase Mavado and Lady Saw as well as VIP Entertainment's Keyshia Cole concert failed with both shows being canceled. Ticket holders have been left in the dark concerning the Keyshia Cole show. Mavado's concert has been rescheduled for July 25.

Usain Bolt breaks 100m World Record at 9.72

Sun, 01 Jun 2008 01:15:39 -0400

Usain Bolt, in an event not considered his best, has broken the 100m record at 9.72 seconds. The previous record was 9.74 seconds held by fellow Jamaican Asafa Powell. Bolt broke the record at the Reebok Grand Prix in New York. Bolt is now the world's fastest man.

Eager anticipation for England Trinidad and Tobago friendly

Sat, 31 May 2008 09:28:21 -0400

Soca Warriors supporters are eagerly anticipating the friendly against England on Sunday. Even Dwight Yorke, in an abrupt about turn, has decided to play for Trinidad & Tobago once more, since England arrived on Thursday. England midfielder Steven Gerrard has also stated that it is going to be a "tough, tough game against Trinidad."

Buju and Junior Reid in tussle at Best Of The Best 2008

Thu, 29 May 2008 09:12:36 -0400

Word on the street is that reggae heavyweights Buju Banton and Junior "One Blood" Reid, had a war of words backstage at Best Of The Best 2008, held recently in Miami, Florida. Eyewitnesses claim Junior Reid called Buju Banton a "battyman".

Best Of The Best 2008 without Bounty Killer

Sun, 25 May 2008 11:11:43 -0400

Bounty Killer will definitely not be appearing at Best Of The Best 2008 due to not securing a US work permit. Although there are also doubts about Mavado's appearance, Bounty Killer's management has confirmed that The Warlord will not appear at the much anticipated show this weekend in downtown Miami, Florida.

Trinidad and Tobago vs England friendly at risk

Wed, 21 May 2008 07:17:06 -0400

The much anticipated international friendly between the Soca Warriors and England is at risk of being cancelled after the Trinidad and Tobago government placed what FIFA VP Jack Warner is calling "onerous conditions" on use of the National Stadium for the game.

Buju Banton pleads with artistes to clean up lyrics

Wed, 14 May 2008 06:33:57 -0400

In Buju Banton's latest Gargamel Gleaner, the popular dancehall artiste is pleading with fellow dancehall entertainers to clean up their lyrics in order to stem the social decay that is not only present in Jamaica but most of the Caribbean countries where the music is very popular. Lyrical content in dancehall music has been a hot topic in the Caribbean lately.