Sunday, June 28, 2009

Jamaica Senior Trials for Berlin World Championships 2009: Womens 100m Final!!! USA WATCH OUT!!!

What a race! Olympic champion Shelly-Ann Fraser starved off a determined Kerron Stewart and a sizzler of a race at the National Stadium as the Jamaica National Senior Trials continue. Courtesy: brianmaxsport

Jamaica Senior Trials for Berlin World Championships 2009: Mens 100m Semis 1 and 2 Bolt, Asafa!

The semifinals of the men's 100m at the Jamaica Senior Trials, and interviews. Courtesy: brianmaxsport

Jamaica Senior Trials for Berlin World Championships 2009: Mens 100m Final!!! Asafa?

Usain Bolt took the men's 100m at the Jamaica Senior Trials in Kingston on Saturday. Asafa Powell pushed Bolt in the first 50 metres but the world record holder easily took command and then "jogged" home in the last 10 metres in 9.86 secs. Courtesy: Brianmaxsports

Friday, June 26, 2009

Michael Jackson - Smooth Criminal ( Saudi Dancing )

The Saudi dance version of Michael Jackson's Smooth Criminal.

Tributes to Michael Jackson

New York, June 26, 2009 - Tributes continue to pour in following the sudden death of pop star Michael Jackson on Thursday in Los Angeles. Television stations later changed their programming to carry either live reports from Los Angeles or recorded interviews with Jackson. On Friday, the Good Morning America, used part of its Summer Concerts at Central Park, New York, to remember Michael Jackson. The television segment ended with a short tribute to the "King of Pop".

Monday, June 22, 2009

Grenadian PM concludes official visit to China

GUANGZHOU, June 21 (Xinhua) -- Grenadian Prime Minister Tillman Thomas left here on Sunday, concluding his week-long official visit to China.

Thomas arrived in south China's Guangdong Province on Saturday. During a meeting with the provincial governor Huang Huahua, Thomas said that Grenada hopes to enhance cooperation with China in agriculture, especially in small farm tool utilization. He also called on measures to tackle problems in air transport and welcomed more Chinese tourists to visit the Caribbean and Grenada.

Apart from Guangdong Province, Thomas also visited Beijing and east China's Jiangxi Province. While in Beijing, Thomas met with his Chinese counterpart Wen Jiabao, and Wu Bangguo, chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress. He also delivered a speech at the China Foreign Affairs University.

Editor: Deng Shasha

Saturday, June 20, 2009

Some photos from National T&F Championships

Happy after the victory..."The shifter".....Kirani....the stadium went crazy... Kirani minutes before taking the track for the 400m Talisha Morain from SDCSS winner of the discus female... Nerena and Nerene Aberdeen in the final lap of the 3000m...Nerena would eventually win the event Kennisha Pascal trailing Antonia in the final lap of the 1500m...Antonia eventually won... Jayon Creedland winner of the discuss for men Antonia Wilson relaxing after winning the 800m All photos are courtesy Anthony "Jericho" Greenidge and his blackberry.

OAS ASSISTANT SECRETARY GENERAL CALLS ON NEW GRADUATES TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE

The Assistant Secretary General of the Organization of American States (OAS), Ambassador Albert Ramdin, issued Saturday a call to graduates at the University of Belize’ Ninth Commencement Exercise on Saturday in Belmopan. He urged more than 500 students to consider how they could best influence their future and the future of their country as they entered a new stage in their lives.

At the ceremony, Mr. Ramdin encouraged the graduates to make a difference and to be active citizens of the world. However, he cautioned that this ability comes with a responsibility to “choose wisely and purposefully so that your contribution can make a difference.”

Mr. Ramdin also emphasized the growing importance of youth in the Organization of American States, “I’m pleased to announce here today that we now have for the first time a youth agenda which reflects the importance of incorporating youth into the development strategy of the Americas.”

In congratulating the class of 2009, he encouraged them to always give back to their country. “As graduates of this prestigious national institution of higher learning, you have a duty to give back to this community and to this country.”

He concluded his remarks by imploring the new generation of young professionals to “not allow anyone or any social or economic reality to deter you from realizing your true potential and dreams. Where challenges abound and obstacles can be hard to overcome, determination and a strong moral compass are the two most important forces to propel you to success,” he told them.

Also present at the ceremony was the Honorable Patrick Faber, Minister of Education. Assistant Secretary General Ramdin was invited to deliver the commencement address by the President of the University of Belize, Santos Mahung.

Friday, June 19, 2009

Grenada's PM Tillman Thomas receives police motorcycles in China

Grenada seeks tourism cooperation with east China province

NANCHANG June 19 (Xinhua) -- Grenada is willing to enhance tourism cooperation with east China's Jiangxi Province, visiting Grenadian Prime Minister Tillman Thomas said here on Friday.

Both Grenada and Jiangxi attach great importance to the development of tourism, environmental protection and ecological balance, which means great potentials for cooperation in these regards, said Thomas in meeting with Jiangxi Governor Wu Xinxiong.

He welcomes more Chinese tourists to visit the Caribbean and Grenada.

At the invitation of Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao, Thomas is paying an official visit to China from June 15 to 21. He is scheduled to head for southern Guangdong Province on Saturday.

Editor: Yan

Thursday, June 18, 2009

Top Legislator Wu Bangguo meets with visiting Grenada´s PM CCTV-International

Top Legislator Wu Bangguo meets with visiting Grenada´s PM CCTV-International

Wu Bangguo said bilateral ties have progressed steadily since the re-establishment of diplomatic relations four years ago. Wu attributed the progress to the fact that leaders in both countries valued bilateral relations and kept constant contacts.

The two sides also supported each other in issues that concern each other's core interests. Wu said China is willing to consolidate ties and expand areas of cooperation.

Thomas said Grenada will actively participate in 2010 Shanghai expo. He reiterated Grenada's adherence to the one-China policy.

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China's top legislator pledges closer ties with Grenada amid global slump

BEIJING, June 18 (Xinhua) -- China's top legislator Wu Bangguo met with visiting Grenadian Prime Minister Tillman Thomas here Thursday, pledging closer cooperation with the Caribbean nation amid the global downturn.

Wu, chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress, applauded the growth of China-Grenada ties since their resumption of diplomatic ties in 2005.

He cited frequent high-level exchanges, expanded cooperation in political, economic, cultural and educational areas, and enhanced coordination in international and regional affairs.

The friendship had yielded concrete benefits to both peoples and met the fundamental and long-term interests of both sides, Wu added.

Leaders of the two countries attached great importance to bilateral ties. Meanwhile, both sides had held to agreements reached before the restoration of diplomatic ties and actively promoted cooperation in diversified areas, Wu said.

China was ready to boost parliamentary exchanges with Grenada, Wu added.

Thomas expressed appreciation for China's support for Grenada's development and reiterated adherence to the one-China policy.

He said the current economic situation had an impact on most countries, including Grenada, and he hoped to beef up trade and economic cooperation with China through his current tour.

Grenada would participate in the 2010 Shanghai Expo, he added.

Thomas came to China for an official visit, scheduled for 15 to 21, at the invitation of Premier Wen Jiabao.

China and Grenada established diplomatic relations in 1985 and severed ties in 1989 over the Taiwan issue. Relations resumed in 2005.

Grenada's FM hails ties with China, vows to boost cooperation

BEIJING, June 18 (Xinhua) -- Grenada will expand cooperation with China and strive to attract Chinese tourists and investors, Grenada's Minister of Foreign Affairs and Tourism, Peter David, said here Thursday.

"China has always been a strong ally and faithful friend," David told Xinhua on the sidelines of Prime Minister Tillman Thomas' first official visit to Beijing since taking office last year.

Even under the pressure of the global downturn, China maintained its strong support for the Caribbean state, David said.

"We are pleased with the talks so far," he said. "It's good to strengthen ties between China and Caribbean countries.

"China has been a very solid ally in our economic development. China has respected our internal affairs," he said.

Diplomatic relations were resumed in 2005 when Grenada cut its 16-year official ties with Taiwan.

David said he was hoping to facilitate easier air travel between China and the Caribbean in order to attract more Chinese tourists with shorter travel times and fewer stopovers.

He also welcomed Chinese investors in the tourism sector, a pillar industry of the island state, such as hotels and restaurants, as well as the agricultural and manufacturing sectors.

Thursday, June 11, 2009

You Asked?: Shalrie Joseph

In this video interview with goal.com Shalrie Joseph says he plans to open a football academy in Grenada. The Grenadian international says he regrets not playing for the United States but looks forward to continue representing Grenada. Joseph says he would like to play football in Europe but understand the need to remain focus on MLS.

Wednesday, June 10, 2009

Yvette LaCrette

Grenadian Chef Yvette James LaCrette featured on PIX-NY Morning News on Tuesday June 9, 2009.

Tommy Taylor2

Part two of the media presentation of Tommy Taylor as the new national football coach in Grenada.

Tommy Taylor1

Grenada's football coach, Tommy Taylor being introduced to the media on Friday May 29th, 2009.