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TEEN HERALD16 Pages Volume 10 - No. 28

FEBRUARY 9 - 15, 2010

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One on One with…Career Options

2 February 9 - 15, 2010 3February 9 - 15, 2010

Chairman: Neville BlytheDirectors: Lascelles Poyser, Ralph SmithGeneral Manager: Denise Watts-Lawrence

Editor: Anastasia CunninghamSales & Marketing Manager: Donna RiggCirculation Manager: Glenroy FarquharsonGraphic Designer: Craig Purkiss

SWITCHBOARD TELEPHONE:(876) 931-9400-5FAX: (876) 931-1573/931-8292EMAIL: [email protected]

32

69 Constant Spring Road, Kingston 10, Jamaica, W.I

One on One with…

Vybz KartelAdidja Palmer, more popularly

known as Vybz Kartel or Addi the Teacha, is one of the most respected artistes

in the game. Known for his arrogant, complex wordplay, brash swagger and his preoccupation with the ladies, Vybz Kartel is the heir apparent to the King of the Dancehall. He has steadily churned out hits since his days with the Alliance to the present where he is the leader of his own dancehall crew, the Portmore Empire. He scored an amazing seven number one hit singles in 2009 and he has started off 2010 with a bang as his booming hard knock life anthem, ‘Life We Living’, has soared to the pole position of the Jamaica’s Music Countdown charts. He has a virtual hammerlock on the DJ of the Year crown for the second consecutive year running. And this year, he continues to focus

on artiste development, adding new talent to his revamped Portmore Empire roster, which includes franchise hitmakers Blak Ryno and Jahvinci. With the guidance of his business partner, Corey Todd, he is preparing to make big moves in the clubbing arena, leasing a club in Portmore to keep dances and events. He has also continued to keep his ultra popular session, Street Vybz Thursdays, as well. He has also branched off into the corporate arena, conceptualizing a popular alcoholic beverage known as Street Vybz, which has grabbed a respectable slice of the rum market, especially among young adults. As 2010 rolls on, Vybz Kartel will continue to make dancehall history, one breakthrough achievement at a time. The Empire rolls on and on and on. On and on.

TH: What is your date of birth? VK: January 7 TH: What school did you attend? VK: Waterford Infant and Primary, Calabar High and Tutorial College. TH: What were your favourite subjects in school? VK: English Language, English Literature, Geography and History. TH: Who was your favourite/most memorable teacher? And say why. VK: Ms. Bennett my English teacher at Tutorial and Ms. Bernard from Waterford Primary. They always kept telling me I can do it. TH: What was your first paying job?VK: Music TH: Is being a DJ your dream job?VK: It’s my destiny. TH: If you weren’t a DJ, what would you be doing? VK: Wouldn’t have been born. TH: Who inspires you musically?VK: People. TH: What is your favourite colour? VK: White. TH: Your favourite dish is? VK: Steam parrot wid ground food. TH: Do you have any hobbies?VK: Reading any and everything. TH: Who are your favourite musical artistes?VK: Too many to name. Blak Ryno and R. Kelly in the top 5.

TH: What about your favourite book/s read in the last year?VK: ‘Journey of the Peaceful Warrior’. TH: What’s your opinion on the music industry at present? VK: Still in development. TH: What’s your most embarrassing moment?VK: Being asked this question. TH: What’s your most fulfilling moment? VK: Recording/performing. TH: What’s your greatest fear? VK: Fear itself. TH: The show that stands out or greatest achievement?VK: ‘Rampin Shop’. TH: What has been the biggest lesson you’ve learned in your life?VK: Never trust people farther than u can see them. TH: How do you handle disappointment and failure?VK: Brush off ‘n’ try again. TH: What are your plans for 2010?VK: Making great music. TH: Any wedding plans with the love of your life, Shorty? VK: Next interview. TH: Tell us one thing about yourself that the public might find surprising. VK: Me love watch cartoon.

TH: Word of advice to kids about education and peer pressure. VK: Without education and qualifications you are nothing on this planet. Re peer pressure: it’s relative.

Except for her four years at college in the USA, Tevita Skeine has lived all her life in the volatile inner city area of Rose Town, West Kingston. But that does not define her and who she has become.

Despite the many struggles and challenges that have faced her, Tevita, the ninth of eleven children for her mother, is the first person in her family to qualify as an engineer. And everyone is beaming with pride over her success. Prime Minister Bruce Golding heaped praises on her when she paid a courtesy call on him at Jamaica House recently, during which he got the details of her outstanding achievements at Kettering University in Michigan, USA. Tevita not only graduated with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Industrial Engineering, she had a 3.66 Grade Point Average out of a total possible 4. This allowed her to graduate with distinction. She was also regarded as an outstanding leader and performed the role of student ambassador for her university. Tevita was elected the Vice President of the International Club, an active member of the National Society of Black Engineers, and was elected into several student honour societies. Responding to the Prime Minister’s question on how she was able to achieve so much in a foreign country, Tevita gave credit to the support from her family. “In my community, my friends are not as progressive and they do not think that there are other options out there. My mother barely finished high school, but she thought that it was best for us to go and she did her best,” Tevita said. She carries the message to her friends that, “Not everybody is going to make it to tertiary levels, but everybody can gain a skill.” This past student of Immaculate Conception High School said that the school also provided an environment that encouraged academic excellence. She was first exposed to Kettering University through a six-week scholarship from the Jamaica Public Service to Kettering University and not having any financial support at home to carry her through four years of college, Tevita ensured that she would qualify for assistance from her school. By her final year, she needed more help and it seemed as if the unthinkable might happen and that she would not be able to finish. At that time, Jamaica Energy Partners was doing foundation work to start operations in her community. The company has a tradition of being an active partner for education and training, and the directors were inspired by her story of persistence

Tevita Skeine...Rose Town girl is Honour Engineering student

and diligence. During her final year, the company contributed US$14,000 so that she could fulfill her obligations to the university and receive her degree. The result – Tevita completed her studies with honours and returned home. Tevita is highly appreciative of the support from Jamaica Energy Partners, and does not lose an opportunity to encourage young people, including her brother who is a student at Calabar, to pursue tertiary education. Ever the leader, Tevita used her visit with the Prime Minister to lobby for better road safety in Rose Town, noting that children who have to carry water are at risk from taxis that use the community as a speedy shortcut. She welcomed the multi-purpose court and the Denham Town housing estate, which are currently under construction, noting that these would give a major lift and boost to her community.

Tevita Skeine

Tevita Skeine with Prime Minister Bruce Golding

Vybz Kartel

2 February 9 - 15, 2010 3February 9 - 15, 2010

Chairman: Neville BlytheDirectors: Lascelles Poyser, Ralph SmithGeneral Manager: Denise Watts-Lawrence

Editor: Anastasia CunninghamSales & Marketing Manager: Donna RiggCirculation Manager: Glenroy FarquharsonGraphic Designer: Craig Purkiss

SWITCHBOARD TELEPHONE:(876) 931-9400-5FAX: (876) 931-1573/931-8292EMAIL: [email protected]

32

69 Constant Spring Road, Kingston 10, Jamaica, W.I

One on One with…

Vybz KartelAdidja Palmer, more popularly

known as Vybz Kartel or Addi the Teacha, is one of the most respected artistes

in the game. Known for his arrogant, complex wordplay, brash swagger and his preoccupation with the ladies, Vybz Kartel is the heir apparent to the King of the Dancehall. He has steadily churned out hits since his days with the Alliance to the present where he is the leader of his own dancehall crew, the Portmore Empire. He scored an amazing seven number one hit singles in 2009 and he has started off 2010 with a bang as his booming hard knock life anthem, ‘Life We Living’, has soared to the pole position of the Jamaica’s Music Countdown charts. He has a virtual hammerlock on the DJ of the Year crown for the second consecutive year running. And this year, he continues to focus

on artiste development, adding new talent to his revamped Portmore Empire roster, which includes franchise hitmakers Blak Ryno and Jahvinci. With the guidance of his business partner, Corey Todd, he is preparing to make big moves in the clubbing arena, leasing a club in Portmore to keep dances and events. He has also continued to keep his ultra popular session, Street Vybz Thursdays, as well. He has also branched off into the corporate arena, conceptualizing a popular alcoholic beverage known as Street Vybz, which has grabbed a respectable slice of the rum market, especially among young adults. As 2010 rolls on, Vybz Kartel will continue to make dancehall history, one breakthrough achievement at a time. The Empire rolls on and on and on. On and on.

TH: What is your date of birth? VK: January 7 TH: What school did you attend? VK: Waterford Infant and Primary, Calabar High and Tutorial College. TH: What were your favourite subjects in school? VK: English Language, English Literature, Geography and History. TH: Who was your favourite/most memorable teacher? And say why. VK: Ms. Bennett my English teacher at Tutorial and Ms. Bernard from Waterford Primary. They always kept telling me I can do it. TH: What was your first paying job?VK: Music TH: Is being a DJ your dream job?VK: It’s my destiny. TH: If you weren’t a DJ, what would you be doing? VK: Wouldn’t have been born. TH: Who inspires you musically?VK: People. TH: What is your favourite colour? VK: White. TH: Your favourite dish is? VK: Steam parrot wid ground food. TH: Do you have any hobbies?VK: Reading any and everything. TH: Who are your favourite musical artistes?VK: Too many to name. Blak Ryno and R. Kelly in the top 5.

TH: What about your favourite book/s read in the last year?VK: ‘Journey of the Peaceful Warrior’. TH: What’s your opinion on the music industry at present? VK: Still in development. TH: What’s your most embarrassing moment?VK: Being asked this question. TH: What’s your most fulfilling moment? VK: Recording/performing. TH: What’s your greatest fear? VK: Fear itself. TH: The show that stands out or greatest achievement?VK: ‘Rampin Shop’. TH: What has been the biggest lesson you’ve learned in your life?VK: Never trust people farther than u can see them. TH: How do you handle disappointment and failure?VK: Brush off ‘n’ try again. TH: What are your plans for 2010?VK: Making great music. TH: Any wedding plans with the love of your life, Shorty? VK: Next interview. TH: Tell us one thing about yourself that the public might find surprising. VK: Me love watch cartoon.

TH: Word of advice to kids about education and peer pressure. VK: Without education and qualifications you are nothing on this planet. Re peer pressure: it’s relative.

Except for her four years at college in the USA, Tevita Skeine has lived all her life in the volatile inner city area of Rose Town, West Kingston. But that does not define her and who she has become.

Despite the many struggles and challenges that have faced her, Tevita, the ninth of eleven children for her mother, is the first person in her family to qualify as an engineer. And everyone is beaming with pride over her success. Prime Minister Bruce Golding heaped praises on her when she paid a courtesy call on him at Jamaica House recently, during which he got the details of her outstanding achievements at Kettering University in Michigan, USA. Tevita not only graduated with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Industrial Engineering, she had a 3.66 Grade Point Average out of a total possible 4. This allowed her to graduate with distinction. She was also regarded as an outstanding leader and performed the role of student ambassador for her university. Tevita was elected the Vice President of the International Club, an active member of the National Society of Black Engineers, and was elected into several student honour societies. Responding to the Prime Minister’s question on how she was able to achieve so much in a foreign country, Tevita gave credit to the support from her family. “In my community, my friends are not as progressive and they do not think that there are other options out there. My mother barely finished high school, but she thought that it was best for us to go and she did her best,” Tevita said. She carries the message to her friends that, “Not everybody is going to make it to tertiary levels, but everybody can gain a skill.” This past student of Immaculate Conception High School said that the school also provided an environment that encouraged academic excellence. She was first exposed to Kettering University through a six-week scholarship from the Jamaica Public Service to Kettering University and not having any financial support at home to carry her through four years of college, Tevita ensured that she would qualify for assistance from her school. By her final year, she needed more help and it seemed as if the unthinkable might happen and that she would not be able to finish. At that time, Jamaica Energy Partners was doing foundation work to start operations in her community. The company has a tradition of being an active partner for education and training, and the directors were inspired by her story of persistence

Tevita Skeine...Rose Town girl is Honour Engineering student

and diligence. During her final year, the company contributed US$14,000 so that she could fulfill her obligations to the university and receive her degree. The result – Tevita completed her studies with honours and returned home. Tevita is highly appreciative of the support from Jamaica Energy Partners, and does not lose an opportunity to encourage young people, including her brother who is a student at Calabar, to pursue tertiary education. Ever the leader, Tevita used her visit with the Prime Minister to lobby for better road safety in Rose Town, noting that children who have to carry water are at risk from taxis that use the community as a speedy shortcut. She welcomed the multi-purpose court and the Denham Town housing estate, which are currently under construction, noting that these would give a major lift and boost to her community.

Tevita Skeine

Tevita Skeine with Prime Minister Bruce Golding

Vybz Kartel

4February 9 - 15, 2010

5February 9 - 15, 2010

1. Complete the following English proverb, “who spends more than he should…” – Proverbs & Idioms2. Give an English word which refers to putting to one’s use the money of another with which one is entrusted. – English Language3. Which member of the Athenian Council did Paul convert on his mission to Athens? – Bible Knowledge4. The deficiency of which vitamin from the diet may result in a condition known as pernicious anaemia? – Biology5. In what year in history did Christopher Columbus set out on his fourth voyage? –

History6. What was the former name of Spanish Town when it was declared the capital of Jamaica in 1534 when the Spaniards occupied the island? – Jamaican Heritage7. Give the name of the hot, moist wind which blows from the Sahara to the Iberian Peninsula. – Geography8. Give the name of the renowned author who is responsible for the novel ‘Nicholas Nickleby’. – Literature9. Name the brave fighter at Troy who killed himself after a dispute with Odysseus over the dead Achilles armour. – Mythology10. Which actor plays the

leading role in the 2009 thriller ‘Sherlock Holmes’? – Theatre & Cinema11. Give the name of the duo who teamed up to release the hit song ‘Empire State Of Mind’ in 2009. – Music12. What name is given to the apparatus in the lab which is used to produce a supply of any gas that can be a solid without heating? – Chemistry13. If you were at a university in France and studied in “la faculte de droit”, what would be your area of study? – French14. Art critic John Ruskin was sued in 1878 for describing the painting ‘Nocturne I Black and Gold’ as “flinging a pot of paint in the public’s face”.

Name the artiste responsible for this painting. – Art15. A truck tavelling with a speed of 15 kilometres per hour, moves for 1 1/5 kilometres per hour. How far has it traveled? – Physics16. What is the name given to a distributed database system for translating computer names in numeric Internet addresses, and vice-versa? – Information Technology17. What is the English equivalent for the Spanish “regreso a casa”? – Spanish18. Who was the first Englishman to sail around the world, a feat that was accomplished between 1577-80? – General Knowledge

19. If (x+y)2 is equal to 160 and x2 + y2 is equal to 90, find the value of xy. – Mathematics20. Give the name of the jockey who failed to clinch the 2009 Jockey’s Championship by one winner from eventually three times winner in a row, Omar Walker. – Sports21. What is the name of the 2009/10 Little Theatre Movement’s National Pantomine which was released on Boxing Day? – Entertainment22. Who is the chairman of the National Housing Trust? – Local Affairs23. Who is the president of the South American country known as Chile? – International Affairs

1. “…shall not have to spend when he would” 2. Embezzle3. Dionysius 4. Vitamin B12 5. 1502 6. Villa de la Vega7. The Solano8. Charles Dickens9. Ajax 10. Robert Downey Jr. 11. Jay-Z and Alicia Keys 12. Kipp’s apparatus13. Law 14. James Whistler 15. 18 kilometres 16. Domain Name System (DNS) 17. He returned home 18. Sir Francis Drake 19. 3520. Paul ‘Country’ Francis 21. Pirate Jack 22. Howard Mitchell 23. Michelle Bachelet

Answers

BRAIN BUSTERS with Kevin Ellis - U.W.I. 20-23 Excellent / 16-20 Very good / 12-16 Good / 8-12 Fair – You still have some work to do / 1-8 poor – You need to do some brushing up

Score Points

MATHEMATICSwith Peter Palmer

A matrix is a rectangular array of objects (elements). A matrix which has m rows and n columns is called an nm× matrix and is sometimes written

as nmA × . nm× is the order of the matrix. For example

⎟⎟⎠

⎞⎜⎜⎝

⎛ −=

230

421A

is a 32 × matrix, since it has two rows and three columns. Whenever nm = , that is the number of rows equals the number of columns, the matrix is said to be a square matrix. For

example, ⎟⎟⎠

⎞⎜⎜⎝

⎛=

16

32A

is a 22 × matrix.

If all the elements (entries) in a matrix are zeros then the matrix is called a zero matrix.

Addition and subtractionTwo matrices A and B can only be added or subtracted if they have the same order. That is, both have the same number of rows and columns and hence the same shape. For addition of two matrices the procedure is to add the matching entries in both matrices, while for subtraction the matching entries are subtracted.

Example

Let ⎟⎟⎠

⎞⎜⎜⎝

⎛ −=

230

421A

and

⎟⎟⎠

⎞⎜⎜⎝

⎛ −=

231

126B

, find BA + and BA − .

Solution

⎟⎟⎠

⎞⎜⎜⎝

⎛ −+⎟⎟

⎠

⎞⎜⎜⎝

⎛ −=+

231

126

230

421BA

⎟⎟⎠

⎞⎜⎜⎝

⎛ −=+

461

547BA

⎟⎟⎠

⎞⎜⎜⎝

⎛ −−⎟⎟

⎠

⎞⎜⎜⎝

⎛ −=−

231

126

230

421BA

⎟⎟⎠

⎞⎜⎜⎝

⎛

−

−=−

001

305BA

Scalar multiplicationA constant is also called a scalar, for example 1 is a scalar. For any constant k and a matrix A we find kA by multiplying each entry in A by the constant k . Example

Let ⎟⎟⎠

⎞⎜⎜⎝

⎛ −=

461

547B

, find B3 .

Solution

⎟⎟⎠

⎞⎜⎜⎝

⎛ −=

12183

1512213B

Example

Let ⎟⎟⎠

⎞⎜⎜⎝

⎛=

54

31A

and

⎟⎟⎠

⎞⎜⎜⎝

⎛=

10

26B

, find BA 32 + and BA 2− .

Solution

⎟⎟⎠

⎞⎜⎜⎝

⎛+⎟⎟

⎠

⎞⎜⎜⎝

⎛=+

10

263

54

31232 BA

⎟⎟⎠

⎞⎜⎜⎝

⎛+⎟⎟

⎠

⎞⎜⎜⎝

⎛=

30

618

108

62

⎟⎟⎠

⎞⎜⎜⎝

⎛=

138

1220

⎟⎟⎠

⎞⎜⎜⎝

⎛−⎟⎟

⎠

⎞⎜⎜⎝

⎛=−

10

263

54

313BA

⎟⎟⎠

⎞⎜⎜⎝

⎛−⎟⎟

⎠

⎞⎜⎜⎝

⎛=

30

618

54

31

⎟⎟⎠

⎞⎜⎜⎝

⎛ −−=

24

317

Matrix MultiplicationLet A be an nm× and B be an pn× matrix, then the matrix AB is a pm× matrix. Two matrices can be multiplied if the number of columns of the first matrix equals the number of rows of the second matrix. It is not true that BAAB = and in fact BA

might not even be possible. To find the entries of AB we multiply the columns of B by the rows of A . In each of these row by column multiplication we multiply the matching entries and then find the sum.

Example

Let ⎟⎟⎟

⎠

⎞

⎜⎜⎜

⎝

⎛ −

=

20

53

41

A

and

⎟⎟⎠

⎞⎜⎜⎝

⎛−=

62

01B

, find AB .

Solution We have a 23× and a 22 × so we should end up with a

23× . Note that BA does not exist.

⎟⎟⎠

⎞⎜⎜⎝

⎛−

⎟⎟⎟

⎠

⎞

⎜⎜⎜

⎝

⎛ −

=62

01

20

53

41

AB

⎟⎟⎟

⎠

⎞

⎜⎜⎜

⎝

⎛

++−

++−

−+−+−

=

)6(2)0(0)2(2)1(0

)6(5)0(3)2(5)1(3

)6)(4()0(1)2)(4()1(1

⎟⎟⎟

⎠

⎞

⎜⎜⎜

⎝

⎛ −−

=

124

307

249

Example

Let ⎟⎟⎠

⎞⎜⎜⎝

⎛=

632

014A

and

⎟⎟⎟

⎠

⎞

⎜⎜⎜

⎝

⎛

−=

1

1

5

B

, find AB .

Solution We have a 32 × and a 13× we should end up with a 12 × .

⎟⎟⎟

⎠

⎞

⎜⎜⎜

⎝

⎛

−⎟⎟⎠

⎞⎜⎜⎝

⎛=

1

1

5

632

014AB

=⎟⎟⎠

⎞⎜⎜⎝

⎛

+−+

+−+

)1(6)1(3)5(2

)1(0)1(1)5(4

⎟⎟⎠

⎞⎜⎜⎝

⎛=

13

19

Peter Palmer is a teacher at the University of the West Indies. Send all your mathematical questions, comments and queries to [email protected] or [email protected]

Matrices

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“A child shall lead them”…students of Immaculate Conception High School and St. Georges’ College have contributed to relief aid for earthquake-ravaged Haiti. The students of both schools collected almost $300,000 and handed over the funds to Food For the Poor Jamaica for use in the relief efforts. In a special assembly held on Wednesday, January 27, at Immaculate Conception High School, representatives of the prefect body of both schools, in the presence of hundreds of Immaculate students, proudly presented a cheque to Ryan Peralto, CEO of Food For the Poor Jamaica. Head boy of STGHS, Craig-Anthony Jervis, in presenting the cheque, said, “when we saw the images of the suffering, we were moved to assist; the students did not hesitate at all and made their personal contributions to the cause.” The spirit at ICHS was similar. Head girl, Samantha Powell said, “The girls were all moved to contribute...we did not have any special fund raising activities, e.g. cake sale or concert, the girls simply made their personal contributions once they heard about the drive to raise funds. We too have seen the images of the devastation and could not help but reach out to our

neighbours in Haiti.” Ryan Peralto, CEO of FFP, in expressing thanks to the students, said, “We are humbled by this contribution, we are really heartened by the spirit of care and concern demonstrated by this selfless contribution to the relief efforts in Haiti.” The students are keen to offer a more lasting contribution to the recovery efforts and have expressed a desire to adopt a school in Haiti. Sister Angella, Principal of Immaculate Conception High, revealed that contact has already been made to identify a school for this project. “I believe that our future is safe in the hands of these students, their spirit of selflessness is to be commended,” Sister Angella stated. Principal of St. George’s College, Mrs. Margaret Campbell, was equally moved by the students’ contribution which was initiated entirely by them. “It was their initiative, they wanted to do something to help, and we simply facilitated their efforts,” Mrs. Campbell said. Members of the public may also contribute to a special account opened at NCB by Food For the Poor. The account number is 471043885 and contributions may be made at any NCB branch.

Immaculate and St. George’s contribute to Haiti

Blown away: CEO of Food For the Poor (FFP) Jamaica, Ryan Peralto, (left) can’t believe his eyes. Craig-Anthony Jervis (2nd right), Alex Moulton (centre-back) of St. George’s College, and Samantha Powell (extreme right), head girl of Immaculate Conception High School, presenting a cheque for $300,000 to Mr. Peralto and Janice Henlin (centre-front), Marketing Consultant at FFP Jamaica. Sharing in the moment are the proud principals: Sister Angella (extreme left), of Immaculate Conception High School and Mrs. Margaret Campbell (second left), of St. George’s College.

Top cop urges students to be disciplined in going forward

Lasco Top Cop for 2008, Corporal Marvin Franklin, addresses male students of the Green Park Primary & Junior High School on January 30. They were at a three-day behavioural camp held at the Kendal Camp and Conference Centre, in Manchester.

Lasco Top Cop for 2008, Corporal Franklin raps with male students on day two of a three-day camp held at the Kendal Camp and Conference Centre.

4February 9 - 15, 2010

5February 9 - 15, 2010

1. Complete the following English proverb, “who spends more than he should…” – Proverbs & Idioms2. Give an English word which refers to putting to one’s use the money of another with which one is entrusted. – English Language3. Which member of the Athenian Council did Paul convert on his mission to Athens? – Bible Knowledge4. The deficiency of which vitamin from the diet may result in a condition known as pernicious anaemia? – Biology5. In what year in history did Christopher Columbus set out on his fourth voyage? –

History6. What was the former name of Spanish Town when it was declared the capital of Jamaica in 1534 when the Spaniards occupied the island? – Jamaican Heritage7. Give the name of the hot, moist wind which blows from the Sahara to the Iberian Peninsula. – Geography8. Give the name of the renowned author who is responsible for the novel ‘Nicholas Nickleby’. – Literature9. Name the brave fighter at Troy who killed himself after a dispute with Odysseus over the dead Achilles armour. – Mythology10. Which actor plays the

leading role in the 2009 thriller ‘Sherlock Holmes’? – Theatre & Cinema11. Give the name of the duo who teamed up to release the hit song ‘Empire State Of Mind’ in 2009. – Music12. What name is given to the apparatus in the lab which is used to produce a supply of any gas that can be a solid without heating? – Chemistry13. If you were at a university in France and studied in “la faculte de droit”, what would be your area of study? – French14. Art critic John Ruskin was sued in 1878 for describing the painting ‘Nocturne I Black and Gold’ as “flinging a pot of paint in the public’s face”.

Name the artiste responsible for this painting. – Art15. A truck tavelling with a speed of 15 kilometres per hour, moves for 1 1/5 kilometres per hour. How far has it traveled? – Physics16. What is the name given to a distributed database system for translating computer names in numeric Internet addresses, and vice-versa? – Information Technology17. What is the English equivalent for the Spanish “regreso a casa”? – Spanish18. Who was the first Englishman to sail around the world, a feat that was accomplished between 1577-80? – General Knowledge

19. If (x+y)2 is equal to 160 and x2 + y2 is equal to 90, find the value of xy. – Mathematics20. Give the name of the jockey who failed to clinch the 2009 Jockey’s Championship by one winner from eventually three times winner in a row, Omar Walker. – Sports21. What is the name of the 2009/10 Little Theatre Movement’s National Pantomine which was released on Boxing Day? – Entertainment22. Who is the chairman of the National Housing Trust? – Local Affairs23. Who is the president of the South American country known as Chile? – International Affairs

1. “…shall not have to spend when he would” 2. Embezzle3. Dionysius 4. Vitamin B12 5. 1502 6. Villa de la Vega7. The Solano8. Charles Dickens9. Ajax 10. Robert Downey Jr. 11. Jay-Z and Alicia Keys 12. Kipp’s apparatus13. Law 14. James Whistler 15. 18 kilometres 16. Domain Name System (DNS) 17. He returned home 18. Sir Francis Drake 19. 3520. Paul ‘Country’ Francis 21. Pirate Jack 22. Howard Mitchell 23. Michelle Bachelet

Answers

BRAIN BUSTERS with Kevin Ellis - U.W.I. 20-23 Excellent / 16-20 Very good / 12-16 Good / 8-12 Fair – You still have some work to do / 1-8 poor – You need to do some brushing up

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MATHEMATICSwith Peter Palmer

A matrix is a rectangular array of objects (elements). A matrix which has m rows and n columns is called an nm× matrix and is sometimes written

as nmA × . nm× is the order of the matrix. For example

⎟⎟⎠

⎞⎜⎜⎝

⎛ −=

230

421A

is a 32 × matrix, since it has two rows and three columns. Whenever nm = , that is the number of rows equals the number of columns, the matrix is said to be a square matrix. For

example, ⎟⎟⎠

⎞⎜⎜⎝

⎛=

16

32A

is a 22 × matrix.

If all the elements (entries) in a matrix are zeros then the matrix is called a zero matrix.

Addition and subtractionTwo matrices A and B can only be added or subtracted if they have the same order. That is, both have the same number of rows and columns and hence the same shape. For addition of two matrices the procedure is to add the matching entries in both matrices, while for subtraction the matching entries are subtracted.

Example

Let ⎟⎟⎠

⎞⎜⎜⎝

⎛ −=

230

421A

and

⎟⎟⎠

⎞⎜⎜⎝

⎛ −=

231

126B

, find BA + and BA − .

Solution

⎟⎟⎠

⎞⎜⎜⎝

⎛ −+⎟⎟

⎠

⎞⎜⎜⎝

⎛ −=+

231

126

230

421BA

⎟⎟⎠

⎞⎜⎜⎝

⎛ −=+

461

547BA

⎟⎟⎠

⎞⎜⎜⎝

⎛ −−⎟⎟

⎠

⎞⎜⎜⎝

⎛ −=−

231

126

230

421BA

⎟⎟⎠

⎞⎜⎜⎝

⎛

−

−=−

001

305BA

Scalar multiplicationA constant is also called a scalar, for example 1 is a scalar. For any constant k and a matrix A we find kA by multiplying each entry in A by the constant k . Example

Let ⎟⎟⎠

⎞⎜⎜⎝

⎛ −=

461

547B

, find B3 .

Solution

⎟⎟⎠

⎞⎜⎜⎝

⎛ −=

12183

1512213B

Example

Let ⎟⎟⎠

⎞⎜⎜⎝

⎛=

54

31A

and

⎟⎟⎠

⎞⎜⎜⎝

⎛=

10

26B

, find BA 32 + and BA 2− .

Solution

⎟⎟⎠

⎞⎜⎜⎝

⎛+⎟⎟

⎠

⎞⎜⎜⎝

⎛=+

10

263

54

31232 BA

⎟⎟⎠

⎞⎜⎜⎝

⎛+⎟⎟

⎠

⎞⎜⎜⎝

⎛=

30

618

108

62

⎟⎟⎠

⎞⎜⎜⎝

⎛=

138

1220

⎟⎟⎠

⎞⎜⎜⎝

⎛−⎟⎟

⎠

⎞⎜⎜⎝

⎛=−

10

263

54

313BA

⎟⎟⎠

⎞⎜⎜⎝

⎛−⎟⎟

⎠

⎞⎜⎜⎝

⎛=

30

618

54

31

⎟⎟⎠

⎞⎜⎜⎝

⎛ −−=

24

317

Matrix MultiplicationLet A be an nm× and B be an pn× matrix, then the matrix AB is a pm× matrix. Two matrices can be multiplied if the number of columns of the first matrix equals the number of rows of the second matrix. It is not true that BAAB = and in fact BA

might not even be possible. To find the entries of AB we multiply the columns of B by the rows of A . In each of these row by column multiplication we multiply the matching entries and then find the sum.

Example

Let ⎟⎟⎟

⎠

⎞

⎜⎜⎜

⎝

⎛ −

=

20

53

41

A

and

⎟⎟⎠

⎞⎜⎜⎝

⎛−=

62

01B

, find AB .

Solution We have a 23× and a 22 × so we should end up with a

23× . Note that BA does not exist.

⎟⎟⎠

⎞⎜⎜⎝

⎛−

⎟⎟⎟

⎠

⎞

⎜⎜⎜

⎝

⎛ −

=62

01

20

53

41

AB

⎟⎟⎟

⎠

⎞

⎜⎜⎜

⎝

⎛

++−

++−

−+−+−

=

)6(2)0(0)2(2)1(0

)6(5)0(3)2(5)1(3

)6)(4()0(1)2)(4()1(1

⎟⎟⎟

⎠

⎞

⎜⎜⎜

⎝

⎛ −−

=

124

307

249

Example

Let ⎟⎟⎠

⎞⎜⎜⎝

⎛=

632

014A

and

⎟⎟⎟

⎠

⎞

⎜⎜⎜

⎝

⎛

−=

1

1

5

B

, find AB .

Solution We have a 32 × and a 13× we should end up with a 12 × .

⎟⎟⎟

⎠

⎞

⎜⎜⎜

⎝

⎛

−⎟⎟⎠

⎞⎜⎜⎝

⎛=

1

1

5

632

014AB

=⎟⎟⎠

⎞⎜⎜⎝

⎛

+−+

+−+

)1(6)1(3)5(2

)1(0)1(1)5(4

⎟⎟⎠

⎞⎜⎜⎝

⎛=

13

19

Peter Palmer is a teacher at the University of the West Indies. Send all your mathematical questions, comments and queries to [email protected] or [email protected]

Matrices

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“A child shall lead them”…students of Immaculate Conception High School and St. Georges’ College have contributed to relief aid for earthquake-ravaged Haiti. The students of both schools collected almost $300,000 and handed over the funds to Food For the Poor Jamaica for use in the relief efforts. In a special assembly held on Wednesday, January 27, at Immaculate Conception High School, representatives of the prefect body of both schools, in the presence of hundreds of Immaculate students, proudly presented a cheque to Ryan Peralto, CEO of Food For the Poor Jamaica. Head boy of STGHS, Craig-Anthony Jervis, in presenting the cheque, said, “when we saw the images of the suffering, we were moved to assist; the students did not hesitate at all and made their personal contributions to the cause.” The spirit at ICHS was similar. Head girl, Samantha Powell said, “The girls were all moved to contribute...we did not have any special fund raising activities, e.g. cake sale or concert, the girls simply made their personal contributions once they heard about the drive to raise funds. We too have seen the images of the devastation and could not help but reach out to our

neighbours in Haiti.” Ryan Peralto, CEO of FFP, in expressing thanks to the students, said, “We are humbled by this contribution, we are really heartened by the spirit of care and concern demonstrated by this selfless contribution to the relief efforts in Haiti.” The students are keen to offer a more lasting contribution to the recovery efforts and have expressed a desire to adopt a school in Haiti. Sister Angella, Principal of Immaculate Conception High, revealed that contact has already been made to identify a school for this project. “I believe that our future is safe in the hands of these students, their spirit of selflessness is to be commended,” Sister Angella stated. Principal of St. George’s College, Mrs. Margaret Campbell, was equally moved by the students’ contribution which was initiated entirely by them. “It was their initiative, they wanted to do something to help, and we simply facilitated their efforts,” Mrs. Campbell said. Members of the public may also contribute to a special account opened at NCB by Food For the Poor. The account number is 471043885 and contributions may be made at any NCB branch.

Immaculate and St. George’s contribute to Haiti

Blown away: CEO of Food For the Poor (FFP) Jamaica, Ryan Peralto, (left) can’t believe his eyes. Craig-Anthony Jervis (2nd right), Alex Moulton (centre-back) of St. George’s College, and Samantha Powell (extreme right), head girl of Immaculate Conception High School, presenting a cheque for $300,000 to Mr. Peralto and Janice Henlin (centre-front), Marketing Consultant at FFP Jamaica. Sharing in the moment are the proud principals: Sister Angella (extreme left), of Immaculate Conception High School and Mrs. Margaret Campbell (second left), of St. George’s College.

Top cop urges students to be disciplined in going forward

Lasco Top Cop for 2008, Corporal Marvin Franklin, addresses male students of the Green Park Primary & Junior High School on January 30. They were at a three-day behavioural camp held at the Kendal Camp and Conference Centre, in Manchester.

Lasco Top Cop for 2008, Corporal Franklin raps with male students on day two of a three-day camp held at the Kendal Camp and Conference Centre.

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A Career as a Civil EngineerBy Kevin Ellis - U.W.I.

Overview of a civil engineerCivil engineers design things. These might be roads, buildings, airports, tunnels, dams, bridges, or water supply and sewage systems. They must consider many factors in their designs, from the costs to making sure the structure will stay intact during bad weather. This is one of the oldest types of engineering. Many civil engineers manage people and projects. A civil engineer may oversee a construction site or be a city engineer. Others may work in design, construction, research, and teaching. There are many specialties within civil engineering, such as structural, construction, environment, and transportation. Civil engineers usually work in areas that are industry and business centers. Often they work at construction sites. Sometimes they work in places that are far away from cities. Most engineers work a 40-hour week. Some are required to travel.

How do you prepare yourself?

A bachelor’s degree in engineering is needed for almost all entry-level engineering jobs. College graduates with a degree in science or mathematics may get some jobs. A civil engineer must be license to offer services directly to the public. Beginning engineers often work under an experienced engineer to get their required work experience. To teach engineering, a graduate degree, like a Ph.D., is needed. Getting into engineering school requires a strong report card in math and science, and courses in English, social studies, and computers. Also, some schools prepare an engineer to get a job after graduation, while others prepare an engineer for graduate school. It is a good idea to learn about the school before you attend. In a typical college, the first two years are for studying math, science, engineering basics, the arts, and social sciences. In the last two years, most courses are in engineering, mostly in a single branch. Civil engineering is one of the more common branches of engineering. Engineers should be creative, curious, analytical, and detail-oriented. They should be able to work as part of a team. People skills are important. This is because engineers often work with people in a wide range of fields.

QualificationsCXC English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry Passes in at least two CAPE Subjects

Training institutions Crown Institute of Professional Studies53 Molynes Road, Kingston 10.

University of Technology237 Old Hope Road, Kingston 6.

University of the West Indies, St. Augustine Campus

Salary Amounts to over J$1,000,000 per annum depending on your qualification, experience in related field and the organization you are working for.

Employment opportunitiesIt is expected that civil engineer jobs will increase in the near future due to globalization and the development of towns and cities. More civil engineers will be needed to design and build things as the population grows. For example, they will need to fix and replace buildings and roads as they continue to become old, unsafe, and worn out. Some job openings will occur to replace those who go to other jobs or leave the labor force. Job openings will also depend on where you live. There may not be as many jobs when the economy is doing poorly. This is because there is often less construction at such times.

Major EmployersCivil Engineering Firms, Large Building Contractors and Utility and Mining Companies.

English Part of Speech Meaning in Spanish

1. Bed Noun Catre, Lecho 2. House Noun/Verb Casa, Posar3. Dish Noun Plato4. Car Noun Wagón5. Bathe Verb Banarse 6. Truck Noun Camión7. Teacher Noun Maestra, Profesora8. Police Noun Policia9. Nurse Noun Enfermera, Nodriza10. Apple Noun Manzana11. Dog Noun Can, Perro12. School Noun/Verb Escuela, Amaestrar13. Fish Noun/Verb Besugo, Pescado, Pescar14. Lion Noun León 15. Pig Noun Lechón, Marrano16. Boy Noun Chico, Muchacho, Nino17. Girl Noun Muchacha, Nina18. Mother Noun Madre19. Father Noun Padre20. Crayon Noun Clarión, Lapiz21. Pencil Noun Pincel22. Aunt Noun Tia23. Uncle Noun Tio24. Sister Noun Hermana25. Brother Noun Hermano26. Cousin Noun Prima (Female), Primo (Male) 27. Fireman Noun Bombero28. Mouth Noun Boca29. Foot Noun Pata, Pie30. Hand Noun Mano

Spanish translation of English

BETYUHNEVAKNOWSEH?AMAZING AND INTERESTING FACTS

Below are some phobias beginning with the letter ‘E’

• Ecclesiophobia is the fear of church. • Ecophobia is the fear of home. • Electrophobia is the fear of electricity. • Eleutherophobia is the fear of freedom. • Elurophobia is the fear of cats. (Ailurophobia) • Emetophobia is the fear of vomiting. • Enetophobia is the fear of pins. • Enochlophobia is the fear of crowds.

• Entomophobia is the fear of insects. • Eosophobia is the fear of dawn or daylight. • Ephebiphobia is the fear of teenagers. • Epistaxiophobia is the fear of nosebleeds. • Epistemophobia is the fear of knowledge. • Equinophobia is the fear of horses. • Ereuthrophobia is the fear of blushing. • Ergophobia is the fear of work. • Euphobia is the fear of hearing good news. • Eurotophobia is the fear of female genitalia.

Vox Pop: A Dat Wi Seh!with

Damali Spence, Merl Grove High

Do you celebrate Valentine’s Day, and why?

Garcia, 18 – Edna Manley School of the Performing ArtsSure. Yes, I celebrate Valentine’s Day, mainly because it’s the one day highlighted aside from my anniversary, where my significant other and I can reminisce about how we met, how our relationship grew into what we have now.

RoyI think it was all about stealing a girl’s heart and using one day of the year to put my best foot forward, it’s the one day where it’s not that the gift that counts, but how you deliver it.

Sherrian, 18 – Excelsior Community CollegeNot really. Valentine’s Day is a day to show our loved one that he or she is loved that is something that should happen everyday, you don’t have to wait on February the 14 to show that love and affection.

Jason (Frazzle), 18 – Calabar High Yes, it’s a time to remember and celebrate the bond you and your special someone hold dear to each other, a time you openly express your love...

Jhenelle, 18Yes, I do because it gives lovers a chance to express true feelings. I think if it isn’t shown on any other day, Valentine’s Day is the perfect day to express it.

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A Career as a Civil EngineerBy Kevin Ellis - U.W.I.

Overview of a civil engineerCivil engineers design things. These might be roads, buildings, airports, tunnels, dams, bridges, or water supply and sewage systems. They must consider many factors in their designs, from the costs to making sure the structure will stay intact during bad weather. This is one of the oldest types of engineering. Many civil engineers manage people and projects. A civil engineer may oversee a construction site or be a city engineer. Others may work in design, construction, research, and teaching. There are many specialties within civil engineering, such as structural, construction, environment, and transportation. Civil engineers usually work in areas that are industry and business centers. Often they work at construction sites. Sometimes they work in places that are far away from cities. Most engineers work a 40-hour week. Some are required to travel.

How do you prepare yourself?

A bachelor’s degree in engineering is needed for almost all entry-level engineering jobs. College graduates with a degree in science or mathematics may get some jobs. A civil engineer must be license to offer services directly to the public. Beginning engineers often work under an experienced engineer to get their required work experience. To teach engineering, a graduate degree, like a Ph.D., is needed. Getting into engineering school requires a strong report card in math and science, and courses in English, social studies, and computers. Also, some schools prepare an engineer to get a job after graduation, while others prepare an engineer for graduate school. It is a good idea to learn about the school before you attend. In a typical college, the first two years are for studying math, science, engineering basics, the arts, and social sciences. In the last two years, most courses are in engineering, mostly in a single branch. Civil engineering is one of the more common branches of engineering. Engineers should be creative, curious, analytical, and detail-oriented. They should be able to work as part of a team. People skills are important. This is because engineers often work with people in a wide range of fields.

QualificationsCXC English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry Passes in at least two CAPE Subjects

Training institutions Crown Institute of Professional Studies53 Molynes Road, Kingston 10.

University of Technology237 Old Hope Road, Kingston 6.

University of the West Indies, St. Augustine Campus

Salary Amounts to over J$1,000,000 per annum depending on your qualification, experience in related field and the organization you are working for.

Employment opportunitiesIt is expected that civil engineer jobs will increase in the near future due to globalization and the development of towns and cities. More civil engineers will be needed to design and build things as the population grows. For example, they will need to fix and replace buildings and roads as they continue to become old, unsafe, and worn out. Some job openings will occur to replace those who go to other jobs or leave the labor force. Job openings will also depend on where you live. There may not be as many jobs when the economy is doing poorly. This is because there is often less construction at such times.

Major EmployersCivil Engineering Firms, Large Building Contractors and Utility and Mining Companies.

English Part of Speech Meaning in Spanish

1. Bed Noun Catre, Lecho 2. House Noun/Verb Casa, Posar3. Dish Noun Plato4. Car Noun Wagón5. Bathe Verb Banarse 6. Truck Noun Camión7. Teacher Noun Maestra, Profesora8. Police Noun Policia9. Nurse Noun Enfermera, Nodriza10. Apple Noun Manzana11. Dog Noun Can, Perro12. School Noun/Verb Escuela, Amaestrar13. Fish Noun/Verb Besugo, Pescado, Pescar14. Lion Noun León 15. Pig Noun Lechón, Marrano16. Boy Noun Chico, Muchacho, Nino17. Girl Noun Muchacha, Nina18. Mother Noun Madre19. Father Noun Padre20. Crayon Noun Clarión, Lapiz21. Pencil Noun Pincel22. Aunt Noun Tia23. Uncle Noun Tio24. Sister Noun Hermana25. Brother Noun Hermano26. Cousin Noun Prima (Female), Primo (Male) 27. Fireman Noun Bombero28. Mouth Noun Boca29. Foot Noun Pata, Pie30. Hand Noun Mano

Spanish translation of English

BETYUHNEVAKNOWSEH?AMAZING AND INTERESTING FACTS

Below are some phobias beginning with the letter ‘E’

• Ecclesiophobia is the fear of church. • Ecophobia is the fear of home. • Electrophobia is the fear of electricity. • Eleutherophobia is the fear of freedom. • Elurophobia is the fear of cats. (Ailurophobia) • Emetophobia is the fear of vomiting. • Enetophobia is the fear of pins. • Enochlophobia is the fear of crowds.

• Entomophobia is the fear of insects. • Eosophobia is the fear of dawn or daylight. • Ephebiphobia is the fear of teenagers. • Epistaxiophobia is the fear of nosebleeds. • Epistemophobia is the fear of knowledge. • Equinophobia is the fear of horses. • Ereuthrophobia is the fear of blushing. • Ergophobia is the fear of work. • Euphobia is the fear of hearing good news. • Eurotophobia is the fear of female genitalia.

Vox Pop: A Dat Wi Seh!with

Damali Spence, Merl Grove High

Do you celebrate Valentine’s Day, and why?

Garcia, 18 – Edna Manley School of the Performing ArtsSure. Yes, I celebrate Valentine’s Day, mainly because it’s the one day highlighted aside from my anniversary, where my significant other and I can reminisce about how we met, how our relationship grew into what we have now.

RoyI think it was all about stealing a girl’s heart and using one day of the year to put my best foot forward, it’s the one day where it’s not that the gift that counts, but how you deliver it.

Sherrian, 18 – Excelsior Community CollegeNot really. Valentine’s Day is a day to show our loved one that he or she is loved that is something that should happen everyday, you don’t have to wait on February the 14 to show that love and affection.

Jason (Frazzle), 18 – Calabar High Yes, it’s a time to remember and celebrate the bond you and your special someone hold dear to each other, a time you openly express your love...

Jhenelle, 18Yes, I do because it gives lovers a chance to express true feelings. I think if it isn’t shown on any other day, Valentine’s Day is the perfect day to express it.

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The request coming through for this week is ‘Starlight’ by the big man from up inna St. Andrew, Mavado. Him and Kartel come together and say peace and we know seh dat a one good thing. A one good song, so it fi get a 9/10.

Remember y’all, we still waan endorse wi Jamaican artistes, so send in yuh requests fi local songs weh have clean lyrics. As usual, if you want a song to be published in the Teen Herald, email me at: [email protected] or [email protected] or [email protected].

Alicia Keys

1. Tik Tok, Ke$ha2. Bad Romance, Lady Gaga3. Bedrock, Young Money Ft. Lloyd4. Imma Be, The Black Eyed Peas5. Sexy Chick, David Guetta Ft. Akon 6. How Low, Ludacris7. Replay, Iyaz8. Need You Now, Lady Antebellum 9. Hey, Soul Sister, Train10. Hard, Rihanna Ft. Jeezy11. Carry Out, Timbaland Ft. Justin Timberlake12. Empire State Of Mind, Jay-Z & Alicia Keys13. Hallelujah, Justin Timberlake & Matt Morris Ft. Charlie Sexton14. In My Head, Jason Derulo15. Fireflies, Owl City16. I Gotta Feeling, The Black Eyed Peas17. Say Aah, Trey Songz Ft. Fabolous18. Do You Remember, Jay Sean Ft. Sean Paul & Lil Jon19. Telephone, Lady Gaga Ft. Beyonce20. Two Is Better Than One, Boys Like Girls Ft. Taylor Swift

with DJ MaticCPTC

ARTISTE: Mavado TITLE: StarlightPRODUCER: Stephen ‘Di Genius’ McGregorLABEL: Gullyside/Alliance

Intro From nothing to something (yeh) It’s okay, it’s alright From nothing to something Fight di fight (noooooooo) We shining like a light, yeeaaay Chorus Starlight, shining like a starlight Yeeaaaaaaaay Starlight, shining like a starlight Yeeaaaaaaaay Verse 1 Mi nuh do no more robberies Mi live at ease Mi bun these weed leaves from these trees Tattoos pon mi dirty Tees Mi name in di breeze Violence mi cease. Moschino, Levi Jeans And all these Timbos I just got to have these Guns, money, girls like these House rent out, I’m collecting fees A couple more hit song Yes, I’ll be in di breeze. Mi have mi owna tailor Mi owna sailor Suppose mi wah fi mek a trip Go cross Australia Cruise di highway inna mi Lexxus trailer Money fi mi madda cause mi a nuh failer No time fi slackness Mi a nuh jailer Cry inna mi music cause mon a wailer Money fi Dante and Aneilia Chorus Live the star life So we’re shining like a starlight,

Yeeaaaaaaaay Starlight, It’s nice to live the star life Yeeaaaaaaaay Verse 2 Somebody tell me Because I just can’t get this right Somebody tell me Why di Gully and di Gaza fight? Somebody tell me Why di leaders ain’t acting right? Somebody tell me We should all have a plan fi unite. Di children are di future But a bare gun a buss Things a get cantankerous We need to be dem tutor Before more a dem bite di dust Let’s set things fabulous. Chorus And live the star life Shining like a starlight Yeeaaaaaaaay Starlight,

ghetto yute We’re like a starlight, yeeaaaaaaaay Bridge Shine bright, just like di starlight Yeeaaaaaaaay No more fuss and fight, let us all unite Save di day and di night Outro Yeaay-ehh-eh, Stephen, Genius Noooooo, nooooo (dem a wonder) Nooooo (dem a wonder), nooooo

Yeeaaaaaaaay

Stephen, Starlight Big Ship live di

starlife Gullyyyyyyyy!

Alliance fi life Stephen, Yuh know mi style Let’s move to someting else

Hehehe...

No more Yendi Phillips!

Well, don’t get misled by the title but yes it’s true! No more Yendi Phillips! At least, no more for Rising Stars.

Yendi Phillips has resigned from the show after her two-year reign. If this was the only way for her fans to get close and personal with her by maybe imitating her ways and personality, well I’m sorry, but next time we will be seeing Yendi is on the catwalk, as she’s planning to continue her career in modelling. So, is this good news for Denise Hunt or Rising Stars? How will the ratings of the show be affected after Yendi?

Wasp nabs ‘Song of the Year’ award

Cassia Park aka DJ Wasp continues to show upward mobility in 2010 and was

rewarded for his efforts by taking home the awards for ‘Most Requested Song’ and the coveted ‘Song of the Year’ for ‘Unfair Officer’ at the ROOTS FM awards show and concert held recently at the station’s premises in Cockburn Gardens. Following the formalities, Wasp delivered a fiery set alongside conscious crooner Nesbeth, up and coming reggae singer

Influential and the ‘strong one’ Etana. Then it was on to St. Hugh’s High School Barbecue at the Ranny Williams Entertainment Centre where the double EME-nominated recording artiste had the hundreds in attendance singing and dancing in unison as he explained why he was the toast of the town when it comes to the ladies. Wasp’s current No.1 hit single ‘Cry Fi Dem’ was chosen as one of the official songs of a US-based Relief campaign for Haiti; the project was spearheaded by musical connoisseur Johnny Wonder.

Lindsay Lohan’s dad vows to take $125,000 of aid to Haiti

Lindsay Lohan’s dad Michael is finally heading to Haiti to help the victims of

the recent earthquake – after dropping plans to travel to the country last month amid fears for his safety. The actress’ infamous dad is eager to join the list of well-known faces who have donated time and money to help stabilize the desperate situation in the ravaged nation. He managed to raise $125,000 in aid to hand out to the survivors of the tremor, but was advised not to travel to the country in January over safety concerns as people fight for food and water. Lohan has now vowed to fly to Haiti next month. “I’ll be going there in about two weeks. I’ve raised about $125,000 in goods for Haiti,” he said.

‘Chris Brown’s violence was unacceptable’ - Ne-Yo

R&B singer Ne-Yo is backing a campaign against domestic violence, citing the 2009 fight between ex-lovers Chris Brown Rihanna as

“unacceptable”. The singer is donating proceeds from his new single ‘Heroes’ to nonprofit organization Respect!, which aims to end abuse and promote respect in relationships. And he spoke out against Brown’s actions when he debuted the track at New York venue Sl last week. He told the crowd, “What happened between Chris Brown and Rihanna was unacceptable, and we need to all work together and make sure it never happens again, to anyone.” Brown was handed a community service order and five years probation after he viciously attacked Rihanna, leaving her battered and bruised last year February.

Lannaman’s Preparatory School presents Retro Come Again 2010 on Friday, February 26, on

the school grounds, 1 Terrence Avenue, Kingston 10. Music by TNG The Next Generation. DJ

Collin Hines will take you through the era! Dress code: Bring back the style of the 70s, 80s & 90s!

Refreshments on sale!

Rumour Box with Lusant Brown

It’s your girl LULU, the suss tracker and if you have any other mix up, rumour or just simply need some clarification, LINK MI! Drop me a line at [email protected]

Alicia Keys married or engaged?

Rumour has it that Alicia Keys

and Swiss Beats are either engaged or married. Not sure of the details just yet but they have been very secretive about this. All we know is that they are both in Hawaii celebrating.

Usher and Chilli back together?

News about the two are circulating that they

are indeed back together again, but don’t just take my word for it! Here is a photo after they had been seen on a date, exiting a fancy restaurant.

Taylor Swift and Cory Monteith a couple?

Country sensation Taylor Swift and Glee

star Cory Monteith were spotted getting cozy at Clive Davis’ pre-Grammy party and they also had dinner at Jerry’s Deli a couple of days before. Could it mean the two are getting to know each other and may actually develop something more than just

pure friendship? We hope so! They look super cute together too. The talented 20-year-old took home four trophies including Album of the Year at the 52nd Annual Grammy Awards held last month at the Staples Center in Los Angeles. 2010 will be another fantastic year for Tay!or.

Headless and featherless chicken

Big up to Vergina Rockford who sent in an email about KFC chicken being featherless and headless. She wanted some answers on that.

Well, Vergina, after thinking back on the amount of KFC chicken that I’ve eaten all these years, I’m happy to announce…THAT THEY ARE ALL HEADLESS AND FEATHERLESS! I mean, how could we have eaten them otherwise?

Swiss Beats & Alicia Keys

Usher & Chilli

Lindsay Lohan


The request coming through for this week is ‘Starlight’ by the big man from up inna St. Andrew, Mavado. Him and Kartel come together and say peace and we know seh dat a one good thing. A one good song, so it fi get a 9/10.

Remember y’all, we still waan endorse wi Jamaican artistes, so send in yuh requests fi local songs weh have clean lyrics. As usual, if you want a song to be published in the Teen Herald, email me at: [email protected] or [email protected] or [email protected].

Alicia Keys

1. Tik Tok, Ke$ha2. Bad Romance, Lady Gaga3. Bedrock, Young Money Ft. Lloyd4. Imma Be, The Black Eyed Peas5. Sexy Chick, David Guetta Ft. Akon 6. How Low, Ludacris7. Replay, Iyaz8. Need You Now, Lady Antebellum 9. Hey, Soul Sister, Train10. Hard, Rihanna Ft. Jeezy11. Carry Out, Timbaland Ft. Justin Timberlake12. Empire State Of Mind, Jay-Z & Alicia Keys13. Hallelujah, Justin Timberlake & Matt Morris Ft. Charlie Sexton14. In My Head, Jason Derulo15. Fireflies, Owl City16. I Gotta Feeling, The Black Eyed Peas17. Say Aah, Trey Songz Ft. Fabolous18. Do You Remember, Jay Sean Ft. Sean Paul & Lil Jon19. Telephone, Lady Gaga Ft. Beyonce20. Two Is Better Than One, Boys Like Girls Ft. Taylor Swift

with DJ MaticCPTC

ARTISTE: Mavado TITLE: StarlightPRODUCER: Stephen ‘Di Genius’ McGregorLABEL: Gullyside/Alliance

Intro From nothing to something (yeh) It’s okay, it’s alright From nothing to something Fight di fight (noooooooo) We shining like a light, yeeaaay Chorus Starlight, shining like a starlight Yeeaaaaaaaay Starlight, shining like a starlight Yeeaaaaaaaay Verse 1 Mi nuh do no more robberies Mi live at ease Mi bun these weed leaves from these trees Tattoos pon mi dirty Tees Mi name in di breeze Violence mi cease. Moschino, Levi Jeans And all these Timbos I just got to have these Guns, money, girls like these House rent out, I’m collecting fees A couple more hit song Yes, I’ll be in di breeze. Mi have mi owna tailor Mi owna sailor Suppose mi wah fi mek a trip Go cross Australia Cruise di highway inna mi Lexxus trailer Money fi mi madda cause mi a nuh failer No time fi slackness Mi a nuh jailer Cry inna mi music cause mon a wailer Money fi Dante and Aneilia Chorus Live the star life So we’re shining like a starlight,

Yeeaaaaaaaay Starlight, It’s nice to live the star life Yeeaaaaaaaay Verse 2 Somebody tell me Because I just can’t get this right Somebody tell me Why di Gully and di Gaza fight? Somebody tell me Why di leaders ain’t acting right? Somebody tell me We should all have a plan fi unite. Di children are di future But a bare gun a buss Things a get cantankerous We need to be dem tutor Before more a dem bite di dust Let’s set things fabulous. Chorus And live the star life Shining like a starlight Yeeaaaaaaaay Starlight,

ghetto yute We’re like a starlight, yeeaaaaaaaay Bridge Shine bright, just like di starlight Yeeaaaaaaaay No more fuss and fight, let us all unite Save di day and di night Outro Yeaay-ehh-eh, Stephen, Genius Noooooo, nooooo (dem a wonder) Nooooo (dem a wonder), nooooo

Yeeaaaaaaaay

Stephen, Starlight Big Ship live di

starlife Gullyyyyyyyy!

Alliance fi life Stephen, Yuh know mi style Let’s move to someting else

Hehehe...

No more Yendi Phillips!

Well, don’t get misled by the title but yes it’s true! No more Yendi Phillips! At least, no more for Rising Stars.

Yendi Phillips has resigned from the show after her two-year reign. If this was the only way for her fans to get close and personal with her by maybe imitating her ways and personality, well I’m sorry, but next time we will be seeing Yendi is on the catwalk, as she’s planning to continue her career in modelling. So, is this good news for Denise Hunt or Rising Stars? How will the ratings of the show be affected after Yendi?

Wasp nabs ‘Song of the Year’ award

Cassia Park aka DJ Wasp continues to show upward mobility in 2010 and was

rewarded for his efforts by taking home the awards for ‘Most Requested Song’ and the coveted ‘Song of the Year’ for ‘Unfair Officer’ at the ROOTS FM awards show and concert held recently at the station’s premises in Cockburn Gardens. Following the formalities, Wasp delivered a fiery set alongside conscious crooner Nesbeth, up and coming reggae singer

Influential and the ‘strong one’ Etana. Then it was on to St. Hugh’s High School Barbecue at the Ranny Williams Entertainment Centre where the double EME-nominated recording artiste had the hundreds in attendance singing and dancing in unison as he explained why he was the toast of the town when it comes to the ladies. Wasp’s current No.1 hit single ‘Cry Fi Dem’ was chosen as one of the official songs of a US-based Relief campaign for Haiti; the project was spearheaded by musical connoisseur Johnny Wonder.

Lindsay Lohan’s dad vows to take $125,000 of aid to Haiti

Lindsay Lohan’s dad Michael is finally heading to Haiti to help the victims of

the recent earthquake – after dropping plans to travel to the country last month amid fears for his safety. The actress’ infamous dad is eager to join the list of well-known faces who have donated time and money to help stabilize the desperate situation in the ravaged nation. He managed to raise $125,000 in aid to hand out to the survivors of the tremor, but was advised not to travel to the country in January over safety concerns as people fight for food and water. Lohan has now vowed to fly to Haiti next month. “I’ll be going there in about two weeks. I’ve raised about $125,000 in goods for Haiti,” he said.

‘Chris Brown’s violence was unacceptable’ - Ne-Yo

R&B singer Ne-Yo is backing a campaign against domestic violence, citing the 2009 fight between ex-lovers Chris Brown Rihanna as

“unacceptable”. The singer is donating proceeds from his new single ‘Heroes’ to nonprofit organization Respect!, which aims to end abuse and promote respect in relationships. And he spoke out against Brown’s actions when he debuted the track at New York venue Sl last week. He told the crowd, “What happened between Chris Brown and Rihanna was unacceptable, and we need to all work together and make sure it never happens again, to anyone.” Brown was handed a community service order and five years probation after he viciously attacked Rihanna, leaving her battered and bruised last year February.

Lannaman’s Preparatory School presents Retro Come Again 2010 on Friday, February 26, on

the school grounds, 1 Terrence Avenue, Kingston 10. Music by TNG The Next Generation. DJ

Collin Hines will take you through the era! Dress code: Bring back the style of the 70s, 80s & 90s!

Refreshments on sale!

Rumour Box with Lusant Brown

It’s your girl LULU, the suss tracker and if you have any other mix up, rumour or just simply need some clarification, LINK MI! Drop me a line at [email protected]

Alicia Keys married or engaged?

Rumour has it that Alicia Keys

and Swiss Beats are either engaged or married. Not sure of the details just yet but they have been very secretive about this. All we know is that they are both in Hawaii celebrating.

Usher and Chilli back together?

News about the two are circulating that they

are indeed back together again, but don’t just take my word for it! Here is a photo after they had been seen on a date, exiting a fancy restaurant.

Taylor Swift and Cory Monteith a couple?

Country sensation Taylor Swift and Glee

star Cory Monteith were spotted getting cozy at Clive Davis’ pre-Grammy party and they also had dinner at Jerry’s Deli a couple of days before. Could it mean the two are getting to know each other and may actually develop something more than just

pure friendship? We hope so! They look super cute together too. The talented 20-year-old took home four trophies including Album of the Year at the 52nd Annual Grammy Awards held last month at the Staples Center in Los Angeles. 2010 will be another fantastic year for Tay!or.

Headless and featherless chicken

Big up to Vergina Rockford who sent in an email about KFC chicken being featherless and headless. She wanted some answers on that.

Well, Vergina, after thinking back on the amount of KFC chicken that I’ve eaten all these years, I’m happy to announce…THAT THEY ARE ALL HEADLESS AND FEATHERLESS! I mean, how could we have eaten them otherwise?

Swiss Beats & Alicia Keys

Usher & Chilli

Lindsay Lohan


By Amanda

“B ing Bing Bing.” The school bell rang, indicating it was time for

class. Alex took the I-pod out of her ears, told her friends later and rushed to class. They were now in grade eight and still in separate classes but Alex didn’t mind anymore, as they would always meet at lunchtime and after school. Also, they all had other friends in their classes so the loneliness faded the more friends they acquired and they didn’t miss each other as much. They became more involved in school. Bridgette was interested in chest and tourism club, Marsha interested in netball and sports in general, Nakita and Alex were interested in Key club, music, dancing and cheerleading…maybe because these were the coolest activities at high school. Soon it was time for Sport Days. On the day of try-outs, Pandora and Alex were in the same group. “Hey, aren’t you too nerdy to try out for cheerleading?” Pandora asked. Alex noticed that Pandora had become mean and saying hurtful things this year. But Pandora didn’t know Alex wasn’t easily intimidated or scared. “Aren’t you a little too big for this sport?” Alex threw back, looking at Pandora’s rear and bosom to emphasize her statement. “They better put you at the bottom of the pyramid or you’ll crush us if they attempt to put you any higher,” Alex added before Pandora could reply. Some girls heard and started laughing. Pandora had a look of lost on her face but only momentarily. “You better bring it or else you’ll regret what you just said for the rest of your high school days,” Pandora shot back. “I already have it brought, you’re the one who has to work for it,” Alex struck hard with her words and rolled her head. Pandora walked away. “That girl is coming out of her shell,” a girl said to another. Alex had no idea they were talking about her. Everyone at primary school knew Alex could dance. She was the head of her cheerleading team at her school and also dance club. No one but her close friends knew that at high school.

As her time came for her tryout, many doubted her. At first, Alex was a bit nervous as so many people who she didn’t know was going to look at her but all that disappeared when her friends came. “You will nail this, you have it lock,” Bridgette said to her, making her laugh with the words she used. Her friends knew her routine and that it was, in Jamaican terms, ‘wicked’. Alex put on her suit and they all laughed as they saw her dressed like a man with her cap turned sideways and baggy jeans but Alex’s confidence was already sky-high and mentally everyone faded. It was just her and the music now. She put in her CD and posed. Everyone got quiet as they saw her posing, wondering if she would ‘flap’. Alex’s friends were smiling widely. Then she gave the go and Bridgette pressed play. It was ‘Upgrade You’ by Beyonce & Jay Z. Alex mouthed Jay-Z’s words and moved like a male. That caught everyone’s attention. Some thought maybe she won’t be that bad after all.

As Beyonce’s part started, she gave a booty pop and then moved her feet to the music. That caught everyone off guard…she wrapped her body around the music. When Beyonce said, “Come and let me upgrade you”, she skillfully pull off her hat and let her hair flow then tore off her loosely fit sweat suit, that she had her mother’s dressmaker make just for this occasion, revealing a sexy cheerleader outfit. She then did hand routines in robot form then flicked, did a fast wine and chunked. People started cheering and whistling. As she split to Beyonce’s line “You need a good woman in your life”, Pandora walked up, switched off the music and said with a sneer, “Okay, save it for Sports Day.” They were still gasping at Alex’s routine and after she walked to the changing room, people came over to her. “Where did you learn to dance?” an older girl asked. “I don’t know,” Alex giggled. Alex was slowly coming out of her trance. For a while, she almost forgot that she was at school and that so many people were scrutinizing or rather praising her. It was like she was home alone in her room. After that outburst of talent, people significantly noticed her. Later she found out that she made the squad, after that she became immensely popular. Life changed once the popularity got more…Alex had no idea what was in store for her…

Good Girl Gone Bad – Part 6

Eighteen-year-old Erica Hewitt is living the dream of any

teenager. She wears two caps – being Deputy Head girl at The Queen’s School by day and fashion model for Saints International by night. The seemingly typical sixth former has fooled many with her quiet demeanour and soft-spoken mannerism. She transforms right before our eyes on the runway where she becomes a fearless fashionista. Teen Herald caught up with Saints’ new face to get an insight on her busy life and had a chat with her.

By Cupid

“She was once a beautiful girl” the old man toldWith long black hair and light brown eyesHer complexion was oh so nice

“All the guys wanted her in town”They would give more than a million pound For her to glance their wayAnd let from her soft, red lips a “hi” or a “hey”

“Every day when a commotion was heard”Folks in Town would know that she was hereAt the place called The InnIt was her favourite Boutique in all of Wisconsin

“Then one day a boy took his like too far”When she told him he ‘wasn’t her type’ as he Held on her hand too long and extra tight

“Sometime later, she fell in love with Tom”The honest and charming mechanic who

never tried to rush her at allMany guys fumed but she didn’t care, She love him above all

“She soon took him home And introduced him to her parents”They liked him instantly And approved his request for marriage…But little did they know, What an evil plan that boy had in store

“One day as she took her regular ride And stopped by the river to tend her horse”That boy came from nowhere with a tall, clear glassAnd told her to give him a kiss and she shouldn’t flip

“But she did and pushed him away’And he threw the contents of the glass her wayShe fell and he ran And later in the day when they found herThey all scoffed when they saw her face wasn’t the same…

The Ugly Duckling

– living the modelling dream

TH: What has been your dream?EH: Well, one of my dreams was actually to be a model. I was approached by Saints in third form but had to hold off on a modelling career until I was finished with my external exams. TH: When was your first big fashion show?EH: The end of May last summer. It was style week where we had Fashion Block at Fort Charles on the Saturday and then went to New Kingston on the Sunday. TH: Describe your emotions when walking down the runway.EH: At first I was nervous but as I hit the runway I felt a rush of adrenaline and I remember thinking I don’t want to come off. So basically the nerves disappeared. TH: How do you manage to balance work and school? EH: Saints is an agency that values education and so it wasn’t really a challenge after I was signed. When I am needed for a show I’m called beforehand so I can schedule my time. If I can’t manage to do a show I can simply say no. TH: Does your family support your modelling career?EH: They give me full support but they remind me that it is not a permanent career, which is true. TH: Do you have an alter ego?EH: Really, I’m generally a quiet person but when I walk down the runway I transform into this confident person who demands your attention, so I guess I do. TH: Do you have a stage name?EH: (laughs) no, but I’m working on one. TH: Do you have any regrets? EH: So far no. It’s a great industry and we are like family. TH: Where do you see yourself five years from now?EH: I should be finishing up my degree and have had many fashion shoots, gracing the covers of some top fashion magazines. TH: Word of advice to aspiring models everywhere.EH: It is a very competitive industry, which has its ups and downs. Work hard and if at first you are not accepted by one agency, remember there are several others. Don’t give up and keep focused. Who knows, you could make it on top.

Erica takes a break from the drama and stress of sixth form as seen in these photos:

Erica Hewitt

Erica at Fort Charles

Erica Hewitt


By Amanda

“B ing Bing Bing.” The school bell rang, indicating it was time for

class. Alex took the I-pod out of her ears, told her friends later and rushed to class. They were now in grade eight and still in separate classes but Alex didn’t mind anymore, as they would always meet at lunchtime and after school. Also, they all had other friends in their classes so the loneliness faded the more friends they acquired and they didn’t miss each other as much. They became more involved in school. Bridgette was interested in chest and tourism club, Marsha interested in netball and sports in general, Nakita and Alex were interested in Key club, music, dancing and cheerleading…maybe because these were the coolest activities at high school. Soon it was time for Sport Days. On the day of try-outs, Pandora and Alex were in the same group. “Hey, aren’t you too nerdy to try out for cheerleading?” Pandora asked. Alex noticed that Pandora had become mean and saying hurtful things this year. But Pandora didn’t know Alex wasn’t easily intimidated or scared. “Aren’t you a little too big for this sport?” Alex threw back, looking at Pandora’s rear and bosom to emphasize her statement. “They better put you at the bottom of the pyramid or you’ll crush us if they attempt to put you any higher,” Alex added before Pandora could reply. Some girls heard and started laughing. Pandora had a look of lost on her face but only momentarily. “You better bring it or else you’ll regret what you just said for the rest of your high school days,” Pandora shot back. “I already have it brought, you’re the one who has to work for it,” Alex struck hard with her words and rolled her head. Pandora walked away. “That girl is coming out of her shell,” a girl said to another. Alex had no idea they were talking about her. Everyone at primary school knew Alex could dance. She was the head of her cheerleading team at her school and also dance club. No one but her close friends knew that at high school.

As her time came for her tryout, many doubted her. At first, Alex was a bit nervous as so many people who she didn’t know was going to look at her but all that disappeared when her friends came. “You will nail this, you have it lock,” Bridgette said to her, making her laugh with the words she used. Her friends knew her routine and that it was, in Jamaican terms, ‘wicked’. Alex put on her suit and they all laughed as they saw her dressed like a man with her cap turned sideways and baggy jeans but Alex’s confidence was already sky-high and mentally everyone faded. It was just her and the music now. She put in her CD and posed. Everyone got quiet as they saw her posing, wondering if she would ‘flap’. Alex’s friends were smiling widely. Then she gave the go and Bridgette pressed play. It was ‘Upgrade You’ by Beyonce & Jay Z. Alex mouthed Jay-Z’s words and moved like a male. That caught everyone’s attention. Some thought maybe she won’t be that bad after all.

As Beyonce’s part started, she gave a booty pop and then moved her feet to the music. That caught everyone off guard…she wrapped her body around the music. When Beyonce said, “Come and let me upgrade you”, she skillfully pull off her hat and let her hair flow then tore off her loosely fit sweat suit, that she had her mother’s dressmaker make just for this occasion, revealing a sexy cheerleader outfit. She then did hand routines in robot form then flicked, did a fast wine and chunked. People started cheering and whistling. As she split to Beyonce’s line “You need a good woman in your life”, Pandora walked up, switched off the music and said with a sneer, “Okay, save it for Sports Day.” They were still gasping at Alex’s routine and after she walked to the changing room, people came over to her. “Where did you learn to dance?” an older girl asked. “I don’t know,” Alex giggled. Alex was slowly coming out of her trance. For a while, she almost forgot that she was at school and that so many people were scrutinizing or rather praising her. It was like she was home alone in her room. After that outburst of talent, people significantly noticed her. Later she found out that she made the squad, after that she became immensely popular. Life changed once the popularity got more…Alex had no idea what was in store for her…

Good Girl Gone Bad – Part 6

Eighteen-year-old Erica Hewitt is living the dream of any

teenager. She wears two caps – being Deputy Head girl at The Queen’s School by day and fashion model for Saints International by night. The seemingly typical sixth former has fooled many with her quiet demeanour and soft-spoken mannerism. She transforms right before our eyes on the runway where she becomes a fearless fashionista. Teen Herald caught up with Saints’ new face to get an insight on her busy life and had a chat with her.

By Cupid

“She was once a beautiful girl” the old man toldWith long black hair and light brown eyesHer complexion was oh so nice

“All the guys wanted her in town”They would give more than a million pound For her to glance their wayAnd let from her soft, red lips a “hi” or a “hey”

“Every day when a commotion was heard”Folks in Town would know that she was hereAt the place called The InnIt was her favourite Boutique in all of Wisconsin

“Then one day a boy took his like too far”When she told him he ‘wasn’t her type’ as he Held on her hand too long and extra tight

“Sometime later, she fell in love with Tom”The honest and charming mechanic who

never tried to rush her at allMany guys fumed but she didn’t care, She love him above all

“She soon took him home And introduced him to her parents”They liked him instantly And approved his request for marriage…But little did they know, What an evil plan that boy had in store

“One day as she took her regular ride And stopped by the river to tend her horse”That boy came from nowhere with a tall, clear glassAnd told her to give him a kiss and she shouldn’t flip

“But she did and pushed him away’And he threw the contents of the glass her wayShe fell and he ran And later in the day when they found herThey all scoffed when they saw her face wasn’t the same…

The Ugly Duckling

– living the modelling dream

TH: What has been your dream?EH: Well, one of my dreams was actually to be a model. I was approached by Saints in third form but had to hold off on a modelling career until I was finished with my external exams. TH: When was your first big fashion show?EH: The end of May last summer. It was style week where we had Fashion Block at Fort Charles on the Saturday and then went to New Kingston on the Sunday. TH: Describe your emotions when walking down the runway.EH: At first I was nervous but as I hit the runway I felt a rush of adrenaline and I remember thinking I don’t want to come off. So basically the nerves disappeared. TH: How do you manage to balance work and school? EH: Saints is an agency that values education and so it wasn’t really a challenge after I was signed. When I am needed for a show I’m called beforehand so I can schedule my time. If I can’t manage to do a show I can simply say no. TH: Does your family support your modelling career?EH: They give me full support but they remind me that it is not a permanent career, which is true. TH: Do you have an alter ego?EH: Really, I’m generally a quiet person but when I walk down the runway I transform into this confident person who demands your attention, so I guess I do. TH: Do you have a stage name?EH: (laughs) no, but I’m working on one. TH: Do you have any regrets? EH: So far no. It’s a great industry and we are like family. TH: Where do you see yourself five years from now?EH: I should be finishing up my degree and have had many fashion shoots, gracing the covers of some top fashion magazines. TH: Word of advice to aspiring models everywhere.EH: It is a very competitive industry, which has its ups and downs. Work hard and if at first you are not accepted by one agency, remember there are several others. Don’t give up and keep focused. Who knows, you could make it on top.

Erica takes a break from the drama and stress of sixth form as seen in these photos:

Erica Hewitt

Erica at Fort Charles

Erica Hewitt

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Crush on someone who doesn’t even know I existHi Trish, I am 16, and have a huge crush on this boy who is two years older than I. I presume it’s perfectly normal for a teenager like me to have crushes, but here is the weird thing. I don’t even know why. Seriously, I mean, he doesn’t share any of my interests, doesn’t bother to even listen to my ideas, let alone respect them, isn’t aware of my very existence, and oh yeah, he has a girlfriend. My friends have tried everything to help me, but I am really hung up on him. I think about him every minute and fantasize that we end up together. I am truly disgusted with myself and my performance in class is affected because of this. I don’t know what to do. Please help me get over him!G. J., Portland

Dear G.J., You have low self-esteem and you obviously don’t believe you could attract anyone else so, subconsciously, you hold onto your fantasy with this young man because if you lost the fantasy you would have to actually face your fears about finding someone to love you. Only you can convince yourself you are lovable and worthy of love. You have to keep your distance from this boy and when you find yourself thinking of him take a deep breath and change the thought or use a rubber wrist band that you snap each time you think of him, so the thought association becomes painful rather than pleasurable. You need to lead your own life. Get out there with your friends and try to meet other people. Pursue your hobbies and passions, whether reading, music, dancing, walking, whatever they may be. Work on building your self-esteem by listening to inspirational music and read books on self-confidence. Look after your appearance so you feel good about yourself. If you put the focus on yourself and your life rather than this young man, you will forget him and the right person for you will eventually walk into your life when the right time comes.

17 and never had a boyfriendHi Trish, I am 17 and have never had a boyfriend. I feel very out of place and it really gets me down. The trouble is I am extremely shy and self-conscious, I have tried not to be, but I just can’t seem to change it. There is this boy at school who I really like. I only got to know him a couple of months. He is within my group of friends but we hardly ever speak. We are in one lesson together but sit on opposite sides of the room. We keep making eye contact and I try to smile at him, but he just looks away all the time. I have tried studying his body language and it would suggest he likes me but I am thinking this might be all in my imagination. He is extremely shy when it comes to relationships and I don’t think he has ever had a girlfriend. I don’t know what to do, I would really like to know him better, but am scared that he will laugh or be frightened off. Also, I don’t know how to approach him in person, as he never seems to be on his own. The situation is beginning to affect my concentration levels and moods at school. Please give me some advice.S.M., St. Catherine

Dear S.M., You can ask this boy for his number if he has a phone or you can send him an e-mail explaining how you feel. After that, he will either approach you or ignore you. If he ignores you after receiving the e-mail you will know for sure he is not interested. It will hurt for a while but you will get over it and you won’t have lost through not trying. When you see him in class force yourself to smile at him and look him in the eye for a second before you look away so he knows you like him. Remember, he is shy and you are shy, so if you like each other and one of you doesn’t take the initiative (make the first move), you both lose out. The main thing is for you to work on your confidence so you have an easier time approaching people in all social situations (not just romantic).

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How Should I Care for My Teeth and Gums?There are five basic steps to caring for teeth and gums: 1. Brushing 2. Flossing 3. Eating right 4. Visiting the dentist 5. Rinsing

Tips for brushing teethBrush at least twice a day. If you can, brush after every meal. Brushing removes plaque, a film of bacteria that clings to teeth. When bacteria in plaque come into contact with food, they produce acids. These acids lead to cavities. To brush: • Place a pea-sized dab of fluoride toothpaste on the head of the toothbrush. (Use a soft toothbrush.) • Place the toothbrush against the teeth at a 45-degree angle to the gum line. • Move the brush across the teeth using a small circular motion. Continue with this motion cleaning one tooth at a time. Keep the tips of the bristles against the gum line. Avoid pressing so hard that the bristles lie flat against the teeth. (Only the tips of the toothbrush clean the teeth.)

Let the bristles reach into spaces between teeth. • Brush across the top of the chewing surfaces of the teeth. Make sure the bristles get into the groves and crevices. • Use the same small circular motion to clean the backside of the upper and lower teeth -- the side that faces the tongue. • To clean the inside of the bottom front teeth, angle the head in an up-and-down position toward the bottom inside of the mouth and move the toothbrush in a small circle. • For the inside of the top front teeth, angle the brush in an up-and-down position with the tip of the head pointing towards the roof of the mouth. Move the toothbrush in a small circle. • Give your tongue a few gentle brush strokes, brushing from the back of your tongue forward. Do not scrub. This helps remove bacteria and freshens your breath. • After brushing your teeth for two to three minutes, rinse your mouth with water. • Replace your toothbrush with a new one every three to four months.

Tips for flossing your teethFloss teeth once a day. Flossing gets rid of food and plaque between the teeth, where your toothbrush cannot reach. If plaque stays between teeth, it can harden into tartar, which must be removed by a dentist. To floss: • Remove about an 18-inch strip of floss from the dispenser. • Wind the floss around the middle fingers of each hand, leaving a 1-inch section open for

flossing. Floss the top teeth first, then the bottom. • Place the floss in your mouth and use your index fingers to push the floss between the teeth. Be careful not to push too hard and injure the gums. • Move the floss up and down against the tooth and up and around the gum line. The floss should form a C-shape around the tooth as you floss. • Floss between each tooth as well as behind the back teeth. • Use a clean section of floss as needed and take up used floss by winding it around the fingers.

Eating right for dental healthFor good dental health, eat a variety of foods but eat fewer foods that contain sugars and starches. These foods produce the most acids in the mouth and the longer they stay in the mouth, the more they can damage the teeth. Hard “sucking candies” are especially harmful because they stay in the mouth a long time. Snacking on sugary foods can lead to tooth decay because most people don’t brush after snacks. Starchy snack foods, like potato chips, stick to the teeth. Avoid snacking on: • Candies, cookies, cakes and pie • Sugary gum • Crackers, breadsticks and chips • Dried fruits and raisins Visit your dentist regularly

Visit your dentist at least once every six months. To maintain healthy teeth and gums, it’s important to have regular check-ups and professional cleanings. You should also see your dentist if you have pain in your teeth or mouth or bleeding, swollen gums. You can also ask your dentist about dental sealants. Sealant is a material used to coat the top, chewing surfaces of the teeth. This coating protects the tooth from decay and usually lasts a long time.

Tips for rinsingIn addition to the above four steps, antibacterial mouth rinses will reduce bacteria in the mouth that cause plaque and gum disease. Fluoride mouth rinses also help reduce and prevent tooth decay. Fluoride mouth rinses is not recommended for children six or younger because they may swallow the rinse.

The Cadillac SRX is a luxury crossover SUV that has lived two lives. In its first incarnation, the SRX borrowed its rear-wheel-drive underpinnings from the original CTS sport sedan and boasted options like a third-row seat and a V8. In its current form, the SRX is smaller, limited to five seats and V6 power, and it rides on a

front-wheel-drive platform distantly related to the Saturn Vue compact SUV. Like all crossovers, the Cadillac SRX utilizes components and construction more

often associated with cars than trucks, like its Escalade brand mate. The result is a more comfortable ride and better handling, since many consumers don’t need the

tougher, truck-type construction that is advisable for heavy-duty chores such as towing or off-road travel.

The Cadillac SRX small luxury crossover SUV has been redesigned for 2010. A 3.0-liter

V6 is standard with 265 horsepower and 223 pound-feet of torque.

Buyers can also opt for a 2.8-liter turbocharged V6 with 300 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque. A six-

speed automatic is standard for both engines. SRXs with the 3.0-liter V6 can be had with either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. Turbocharged models are AWD only. One of the SRX’s most appealing traits

is its healthy roster of standard equipment. There

are four available trim levels for the new SRX: base, Luxury Collection,

Performance Collection and Premium Collection. Even the base model comes with 18-inch alloy wheels, a power driver seat, 60/40-split-folding and reclining rear

seatbacks, dual-zone automatic climate control and an eight-speaker Bose sound system. Higher trim levels tack on almost every conceivable luxury, including a sunroof, a power liftgate, leather upholstery, heated front and rear seats, xenon headlamps and a hard-drive-based navigation system with a back-up camera. High-end all-wheel-drive models (including all turbocharged SRXs) also receive a sport-tuned suspension with continuously variable damping. The base SRX simply can’t keep up with most competing crossovers in a straight line. It’s heavy – a front-wheel-drive SRX weighs as much as its all-wheel-drive rivals – and the 3.0-liter V6 doesn’t have enough juice to pull the SRX around with any authority. The turbocharged motor helps considerably, thanks in large part to its ample low-end torque. On the positive side, the SRX boasts confident and capable handling and a high-quality interior that’s notably quiet at freeway speeds.

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Crush on someone who doesn’t even know I existHi Trish, I am 16, and have a huge crush on this boy who is two years older than I. I presume it’s perfectly normal for a teenager like me to have crushes, but here is the weird thing. I don’t even know why. Seriously, I mean, he doesn’t share any of my interests, doesn’t bother to even listen to my ideas, let alone respect them, isn’t aware of my very existence, and oh yeah, he has a girlfriend. My friends have tried everything to help me, but I am really hung up on him. I think about him every minute and fantasize that we end up together. I am truly disgusted with myself and my performance in class is affected because of this. I don’t know what to do. Please help me get over him!G. J., Portland

Dear G.J., You have low self-esteem and you obviously don’t believe you could attract anyone else so, subconsciously, you hold onto your fantasy with this young man because if you lost the fantasy you would have to actually face your fears about finding someone to love you. Only you can convince yourself you are lovable and worthy of love. You have to keep your distance from this boy and when you find yourself thinking of him take a deep breath and change the thought or use a rubber wrist band that you snap each time you think of him, so the thought association becomes painful rather than pleasurable. You need to lead your own life. Get out there with your friends and try to meet other people. Pursue your hobbies and passions, whether reading, music, dancing, walking, whatever they may be. Work on building your self-esteem by listening to inspirational music and read books on self-confidence. Look after your appearance so you feel good about yourself. If you put the focus on yourself and your life rather than this young man, you will forget him and the right person for you will eventually walk into your life when the right time comes.

17 and never had a boyfriendHi Trish, I am 17 and have never had a boyfriend. I feel very out of place and it really gets me down. The trouble is I am extremely shy and self-conscious, I have tried not to be, but I just can’t seem to change it. There is this boy at school who I really like. I only got to know him a couple of months. He is within my group of friends but we hardly ever speak. We are in one lesson together but sit on opposite sides of the room. We keep making eye contact and I try to smile at him, but he just looks away all the time. I have tried studying his body language and it would suggest he likes me but I am thinking this might be all in my imagination. He is extremely shy when it comes to relationships and I don’t think he has ever had a girlfriend. I don’t know what to do, I would really like to know him better, but am scared that he will laugh or be frightened off. Also, I don’t know how to approach him in person, as he never seems to be on his own. The situation is beginning to affect my concentration levels and moods at school. Please give me some advice.S.M., St. Catherine

Dear S.M., You can ask this boy for his number if he has a phone or you can send him an e-mail explaining how you feel. After that, he will either approach you or ignore you. If he ignores you after receiving the e-mail you will know for sure he is not interested. It will hurt for a while but you will get over it and you won’t have lost through not trying. When you see him in class force yourself to smile at him and look him in the eye for a second before you look away so he knows you like him. Remember, he is shy and you are shy, so if you like each other and one of you doesn’t take the initiative (make the first move), you both lose out. The main thing is for you to work on your confidence so you have an easier time approaching people in all social situations (not just romantic).

HOT WHEELS: 2010 Cadillac SRX

With proper care, your teeth and gums can stay healthy throughout your life. The healthier your teeth and gums

are, the less risk you have for tooth decay and gum disease.

How Should I Care for My Teeth and Gums?There are five basic steps to caring for teeth and gums: 1. Brushing 2. Flossing 3. Eating right 4. Visiting the dentist 5. Rinsing

Tips for brushing teethBrush at least twice a day. If you can, brush after every meal. Brushing removes plaque, a film of bacteria that clings to teeth. When bacteria in plaque come into contact with food, they produce acids. These acids lead to cavities. To brush: • Place a pea-sized dab of fluoride toothpaste on the head of the toothbrush. (Use a soft toothbrush.) • Place the toothbrush against the teeth at a 45-degree angle to the gum line. • Move the brush across the teeth using a small circular motion. Continue with this motion cleaning one tooth at a time. Keep the tips of the bristles against the gum line. Avoid pressing so hard that the bristles lie flat against the teeth. (Only the tips of the toothbrush clean the teeth.)

Let the bristles reach into spaces between teeth. • Brush across the top of the chewing surfaces of the teeth. Make sure the bristles get into the groves and crevices. • Use the same small circular motion to clean the backside of the upper and lower teeth -- the side that faces the tongue. • To clean the inside of the bottom front teeth, angle the head in an up-and-down position toward the bottom inside of the mouth and move the toothbrush in a small circle. • For the inside of the top front teeth, angle the brush in an up-and-down position with the tip of the head pointing towards the roof of the mouth. Move the toothbrush in a small circle. • Give your tongue a few gentle brush strokes, brushing from the back of your tongue forward. Do not scrub. This helps remove bacteria and freshens your breath. • After brushing your teeth for two to three minutes, rinse your mouth with water. • Replace your toothbrush with a new one every three to four months.

Tips for flossing your teethFloss teeth once a day. Flossing gets rid of food and plaque between the teeth, where your toothbrush cannot reach. If plaque stays between teeth, it can harden into tartar, which must be removed by a dentist. To floss: • Remove about an 18-inch strip of floss from the dispenser. • Wind the floss around the middle fingers of each hand, leaving a 1-inch section open for

flossing. Floss the top teeth first, then the bottom. • Place the floss in your mouth and use your index fingers to push the floss between the teeth. Be careful not to push too hard and injure the gums. • Move the floss up and down against the tooth and up and around the gum line. The floss should form a C-shape around the tooth as you floss. • Floss between each tooth as well as behind the back teeth. • Use a clean section of floss as needed and take up used floss by winding it around the fingers.

Eating right for dental healthFor good dental health, eat a variety of foods but eat fewer foods that contain sugars and starches. These foods produce the most acids in the mouth and the longer they stay in the mouth, the more they can damage the teeth. Hard “sucking candies” are especially harmful because they stay in the mouth a long time. Snacking on sugary foods can lead to tooth decay because most people don’t brush after snacks. Starchy snack foods, like potato chips, stick to the teeth. Avoid snacking on: • Candies, cookies, cakes and pie • Sugary gum • Crackers, breadsticks and chips • Dried fruits and raisins Visit your dentist regularly

Visit your dentist at least once every six months. To maintain healthy teeth and gums, it’s important to have regular check-ups and professional cleanings. You should also see your dentist if you have pain in your teeth or mouth or bleeding, swollen gums. You can also ask your dentist about dental sealants. Sealant is a material used to coat the top, chewing surfaces of the teeth. This coating protects the tooth from decay and usually lasts a long time.

Tips for rinsingIn addition to the above four steps, antibacterial mouth rinses will reduce bacteria in the mouth that cause plaque and gum disease. Fluoride mouth rinses also help reduce and prevent tooth decay. Fluoride mouth rinses is not recommended for children six or younger because they may swallow the rinse.

The Cadillac SRX is a luxury crossover SUV that has lived two lives. In its first incarnation, the SRX borrowed its rear-wheel-drive underpinnings from the original CTS sport sedan and boasted options like a third-row seat and a V8. In its current form, the SRX is smaller, limited to five seats and V6 power, and it rides on a

front-wheel-drive platform distantly related to the Saturn Vue compact SUV. Like all crossovers, the Cadillac SRX utilizes components and construction more

often associated with cars than trucks, like its Escalade brand mate. The result is a more comfortable ride and better handling, since many consumers don’t need the

tougher, truck-type construction that is advisable for heavy-duty chores such as towing or off-road travel.

The Cadillac SRX small luxury crossover SUV has been redesigned for 2010. A 3.0-liter

V6 is standard with 265 horsepower and 223 pound-feet of torque.

Buyers can also opt for a 2.8-liter turbocharged V6 with 300 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque. A six-

speed automatic is standard for both engines. SRXs with the 3.0-liter V6 can be had with either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. Turbocharged models are AWD only. One of the SRX’s most appealing traits

is its healthy roster of standard equipment. There

are four available trim levels for the new SRX: base, Luxury Collection,

Performance Collection and Premium Collection. Even the base model comes with 18-inch alloy wheels, a power driver seat, 60/40-split-folding and reclining rear

seatbacks, dual-zone automatic climate control and an eight-speaker Bose sound system. Higher trim levels tack on almost every conceivable luxury, including a sunroof, a power liftgate, leather upholstery, heated front and rear seats, xenon headlamps and a hard-drive-based navigation system with a back-up camera. High-end all-wheel-drive models (including all turbocharged SRXs) also receive a sport-tuned suspension with continuously variable damping. The base SRX simply can’t keep up with most competing crossovers in a straight line. It’s heavy – a front-wheel-drive SRX weighs as much as its all-wheel-drive rivals – and the 3.0-liter V6 doesn’t have enough juice to pull the SRX around with any authority. The turbocharged motor helps considerably, thanks in large part to its ample low-end torque. On the positive side, the SRX boasts confident and capable handling and a high-quality interior that’s notably quiet at freeway speeds.

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Sudoku

When an officer says, “Gee son, your eyes look red. Have you been drinking?” You probably shouldn’t respond with, “Gee officer, your eyes look glazed. Have you

been eating doughnuts?”

Melanie asked her Granny how old she was. Granny replied she was so old she didn’t remember any more.

Melanie said, “If you don’t remember you must look in the back of your panties. Mine say five to six.”

A teen is riding the subway home from work and there is a gorgeous blond girl sitting across the aisle from him. He keeps checking her out, but lacks the nerve to talk to her. Suddenly she sneezes and her glass eye comes flying out of its

socket towards him. He reflexively grabs and snatches it out of the air. “Oh my, I am sooo sorry,” the girl says as she pops her eye back into place.

“Let me buy you dinner to make it up to you.” They enjoy a wonderful dinner together and afterwards the girl invites him to go with her to a movie. She pays for everything, including a taxicab ride for the

two of them to her house. She kisses him goodnight at her door, and asks him if he would like to come to

breakfast the next morning. When he arrives the next morning, she has cooked a gourmet meal with all the

trimmings. The guy is amazed!! “You know, you are the perfect woman. Are you this nice to

every guy you meet?” “No,” she replies. “You just happened to catch my eye.”

•••

•••

15

FEBRUARY 2 ANSWERSComplete the Sudoku puzzle so that each and every row, column, and region contains the numbers one through six only once. The numbers can appear in any order and diagonals are not considered.

Across

1. Easy to understand (6)4. Sort (4)8. Made known (9)9. Scintilla (4)10. Season (6)13. Easily influenced (6)15. Aromatic ointment (4)18. Reptile (9)19. Bed on a ship or train (4)20. Conflict (6)

Down

1. Law officer (7)2. Intended (5)3. Solitary (4)5. Vessel used for private cruising (5)6. Conclusion (3)7. Sound (5)11. Violent disorder (7)12. Flower (5)14. Diadem (5)16. To anticipate and prevent (5)17. Passport endorsement (4)18. Young mammal (3)

Identify Answers

• What is her full name? Destiny Hope Cyrus aka Miley Cyrus• What’s her birth date? November 23, 1992• How old is she? 17• Which popular TV series is she the main character? Hannah Montana• Name her occupations? Singer, Actress, Author, Songwriter, Musician• How many siblings does she have? 5

consumer end with some user-friendly additions, such as a pop-up flash. “This third-generation PEN is built for shutterbugs who always wanted better pictures and considered a DSLR, but were intimidated by the bulky size and complex interface,” says Olympus. Specs include an Olympus TruePic V Image Processor, 12.3-megapixel LIVE Mos sensor, a 2.7-inch LCD and a direct video record button on the back of the camera for capturing HD film footage. The E-PL1 gets 19 shooting modes and various arty special effects with a Live Guide to help preview the result, face detection, panorama options and an image stabilizer. Offered with a variety of lenses, and boasting the “same PEN DNA” as previous models, although arguably slightly less retro-looking, the E-PL1 will be available in March in black, slate blue and champagne gold with a 14-42mm f3.5/5.6 lens.

L uxury designer Stuart Hughes has added his artistic touch to the Apple iPod. This time around, it almost looks like he’s trying to go with

a Valentine’s Day theme, adding a splash of rose to his new creation. The iPod Supreme Rose Edition is a digital music player that has been decked out in over 260 grams (263 grams to be exact) of 18ct rose colored solid gold. To add to this luxury item, Hughes has also included 53 flawless diamonds positioned on a platinum base to beautify the Apple logo. No detail or expense was spared; even the navigation wheel has been blinged up with 4.5ct of high quality diamonds. The iPod Supreme Rose Edition is a limited edition with only 10 of them being released globally.

Pen E-PL1Olympus

iPod Supreme Rose Edition

Olympus’ new micro four-thirds PEN has been outed in the States ahead of its official launch that was complete with obligatory

teaser campaign. As predicted, the new model enters the PEN range at the

1. What falls but never breaks?

2. What is full of holes yet hold water?

3. What is it that goes with an automobile and comes with it; is of no use to it, and yet the automobile cannot move without it?

4. What has no content yet you can see it?

5. What occurs once in June, once in July and twice in August?

6. A Doctor and a bus driver are both in love with the same woman, an attractive girl named Vanessa. The bus driver had to go away for one week; before he left he gave her seven apples. Why?

Riddles

The

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15February 9 - 15, 201014

Sudoku

When an officer says, “Gee son, your eyes look red. Have you been drinking?” You probably shouldn’t respond with, “Gee officer, your eyes look glazed. Have you

been eating doughnuts?”

Melanie asked her Granny how old she was. Granny replied she was so old she didn’t remember any more.

Melanie said, “If you don’t remember you must look in the back of your panties. Mine say five to six.”

A teen is riding the subway home from work and there is a gorgeous blond girl sitting across the aisle from him. He keeps checking her out, but lacks the nerve to talk to her. Suddenly she sneezes and her glass eye comes flying out of its

socket towards him. He reflexively grabs and snatches it out of the air. “Oh my, I am sooo sorry,” the girl says as she pops her eye back into place.

“Let me buy you dinner to make it up to you.” They enjoy a wonderful dinner together and afterwards the girl invites him to go with her to a movie. She pays for everything, including a taxicab ride for the

two of them to her house. She kisses him goodnight at her door, and asks him if he would like to come to

breakfast the next morning. When he arrives the next morning, she has cooked a gourmet meal with all the

trimmings. The guy is amazed!! “You know, you are the perfect woman. Are you this nice to

every guy you meet?” “No,” she replies. “You just happened to catch my eye.”

•••

•••

15

FEBRUARY 2 ANSWERSComplete the Sudoku puzzle so that each and every row, column, and region contains the numbers one through six only once. The numbers can appear in any order and diagonals are not considered.

Across

1. Easy to understand (6)4. Sort (4)8. Made known (9)9. Scintilla (4)10. Season (6)13. Easily influenced (6)15. Aromatic ointment (4)18. Reptile (9)19. Bed on a ship or train (4)20. Conflict (6)

Down

1. Law officer (7)2. Intended (5)3. Solitary (4)5. Vessel used for private cruising (5)6. Conclusion (3)7. Sound (5)11. Violent disorder (7)12. Flower (5)14. Diadem (5)16. To anticipate and prevent (5)17. Passport endorsement (4)18. Young mammal (3)

Identify Answers

• What is her full name? Destiny Hope Cyrus aka Miley Cyrus• What’s her birth date? November 23, 1992• How old is she? 17• Which popular TV series is she the main character? Hannah Montana• Name her occupations? Singer, Actress, Author, Songwriter, Musician• How many siblings does she have? 5

consumer end with some user-friendly additions, such as a pop-up flash. “This third-generation PEN is built for shutterbugs who always wanted better pictures and considered a DSLR, but were intimidated by the bulky size and complex interface,” says Olympus. Specs include an Olympus TruePic V Image Processor, 12.3-megapixel LIVE Mos sensor, a 2.7-inch LCD and a direct video record button on the back of the camera for capturing HD film footage. The E-PL1 gets 19 shooting modes and various arty special effects with a Live Guide to help preview the result, face detection, panorama options and an image stabilizer. Offered with a variety of lenses, and boasting the “same PEN DNA” as previous models, although arguably slightly less retro-looking, the E-PL1 will be available in March in black, slate blue and champagne gold with a 14-42mm f3.5/5.6 lens.

L uxury designer Stuart Hughes has added his artistic touch to the Apple iPod. This time around, it almost looks like he’s trying to go with

a Valentine’s Day theme, adding a splash of rose to his new creation. The iPod Supreme Rose Edition is a digital music player that has been decked out in over 260 grams (263 grams to be exact) of 18ct rose colored solid gold. To add to this luxury item, Hughes has also included 53 flawless diamonds positioned on a platinum base to beautify the Apple logo. No detail or expense was spared; even the navigation wheel has been blinged up with 4.5ct of high quality diamonds. The iPod Supreme Rose Edition is a limited edition with only 10 of them being released globally.

Pen E-PL1Olympus

iPod Supreme Rose Edition

Olympus’ new micro four-thirds PEN has been outed in the States ahead of its official launch that was complete with obligatory

teaser campaign. As predicted, the new model enters the PEN range at the

1. What falls but never breaks?

2. What is full of holes yet hold water?

3. What is it that goes with an automobile and comes with it; is of no use to it, and yet the automobile cannot move without it?

4. What has no content yet you can see it?

5. What occurs once in June, once in July and twice in August?

6. A Doctor and a bus driver are both in love with the same woman, an attractive girl named Vanessa. The bus driver had to go away for one week; before he left he gave her seven apples. Why?

Riddles

The

16 February 9 - 15, 201016

On the heels of the centennial staging of what has become Jamaica’s pride and joy

(Boys & Girls Champs), it seems as if there are those among us who are determined to literally sabotage their own. There is no doubt that discipline needs to be maintained, especially amongst our young men, but when the captain of the track team is being suspended on the grounds of his pants being too tight, and students who are preparing for CXC exams are being suspended for ten days for revealing white tank tops under their uniform shirts, and others are being taken out of class all day for issues that should be secondary when it comes to preparation for final exams, such behaviour have left parents fuming. “Mr. Cross (Jamaica College’s dean of discipline) is taking things out of proportion,” says one irate parent. “This is not about challenging his authority, but at the same time, the question that needs to be asked is, do we sacrifice the future of our young men based on frivolous issues?” The grievances are mounting, and the parents are complaining. “We all respect what Mr. Ruel Reid (former JTA’s President and now JC’s Principal) is attempting to achieve,” states another mother, whose son was taken out of class for two days based upon an accusation that later proved to be

futile. “But Mr. Cross’ actions are risky,” she continues. “How can you suspend a student who is preparing for CXCs for ten days, for revealing a white tank top under his uniform shirt, how is he suppose to catch up, and how can you suspend the track team’s captain for his pants being too tight, couldn’t you have given him a warming?” The track team captain of many-time boys’ champions Jamaica College (JC), Waquar DaCosta, is not only a national junior representative, but is also a point man and middle-distance ‘hero’. He was allegedly suspended for his pants being too tight, an issue that many believe could have been resolved without being so detrimental. “I am a disciplinarian myself,” states another

parent, “but apart from the Dean being new, I think he is acting a little too draconian, without any thought when it comes to the bigger picture. I mean, Waquar could be the next Usain Bolt, and what, we sacrifice that, and at the same time, does JC not care, not only about a potential future track star, but also about the future of our young men?” Similar sentiments resonate amongst all the parents who have had to deal with Jamaica College’s new dean of discipline, Mr. Cross, and some are even talking about taking the issue to the Ministry Of Education if they cannot get any justice at the school’s administrative level, with the main undertone being: should the future of students be sacrificed under the guise of discipline, especially when the issues in question so far all seem to be frivolous?

- Concerned Parents

JC under fire for ‘unnecessary disciplinary actions’• Parents upset over track team captain Waquar DaCosta, CXC student’s suspension

Organizers of the 34th annual Gibson Relays are reporting that World 800m record holder, Wilson Kipketer of Denmark will be the guest lecturer in

the technical corner for the relay party set for the National Stadium on February 27. The native Kenyan, who retired from active competition in August 2005 currently holds eight of the 11 all-time fastest runs over 800 metres. He will arrive in the island on February 23, following which he will address athletes at the G.C. Foster College. Chairman of the organizing committee Neville ‘Teddy’ McCook said they were trying to get Kipketer, from last year’s relays, as the president of the JAAA had indicated to them that they wanted to develop middle and long distance running. “I think that we have a responsibility to assist in this direction and felt that we could get Kipketer here, “McCook said. Athletes from at least seven countries including Martinique, Canada, Cayman Islands,

Netherlands Antilles, Cuba and Guadeloupe are expected to participate in this year’s relays. McCook disclosed during the launch at the Knutsford Court Hotel that athletes from North America and the Caribbean have indicated an interest in competing at Jamaica’s biggest relay meet. McCook noted that athletes from Puerto Rico, Costa Rica and Gambia, who currently trains at the IAAF High Performance Centre at the University of West Indies, Mona Campus, will also participate at the meet. Thirty-two relay events are on the schedule along with six individual events including the men and women sprint hurdles and high jump. “We have three or four hurdles up there at this point in time, and so that event will be strengthened this year at the Gibson Relays,” he said. The Gatorade record breakers series will again be a feature of the relays with a total prize pool of five hundred thousand dollars.

34th annual Gibson RelaysWaquar DaCosta

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