YardHype (yardhype.com): September 2024

Monday, 30 September 2024

Fans React to Sidem Öztürk's Neck Hickeys on Display While Partying with Vybz Kartel

Vybz Kartel and his fiancée Sidem Öztürk enjoyed a night out at the club in Kingston, and Sidem was not only adorned in jewellery but multiple neck hickeys, which fans have been reacting to online.

Vybz Kartel has been frequenting several events and was spotted partying with Sidem at Club MECA Sunday night/early Monday morning. While there, the couple posed for photos together, and in a video, Sidem can be seen fixing her hair for the pictures.

While fixing her hair, hickeys can be seen on both sides of the former British social worker's neck, and Kartel fans have since shared their reactions on social media.

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"Di man put on him stap pan two side 🔥🔥🔥🔥 1 world boss 👊🏽," one fan wrote, while another joked, "Lol look pon mosquitoes bite 😂😂😂."

Other fans stated, "Addi you mark up sidem neck.. 🔥💯 one worl boss!!!," and "Too many hickies on wifey 😂😂."

It was evidently a night of pure fun for Sidem and the 'Summer Time' deejay, who shared in a video that he bought dozens of bottles of Hennessey and Moet.

"30 bottle a Hennessey and 23 battle a Moet, I'm the f**king poet and everybody know it," Kartel declared after leaving the club.

While 10 bottles of the expensive alcohol brands were for him, his fiancee, sons, and friends, Kartel gave away 43 to his fans at the club.

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Saturday, 28 September 2024

Spragga Benz New Movie 'Unbelievable': Official Trailer Video and Release Date

Fans of Jamaican artiste/actor Spragga Benz will soon be able to watch him once again on the big screen, with the deejay set to star in the film Unbelievable.

Spragga, who is best known for his role in Shottas aside from his music, will be starring in the film alongside Merlisa Determined, Charmain Fenton, and sound system selector Supa Twitch. Directed by Cleon James with Roberto Peters serving as director of photography, Unbelievable was made by Top Notch Vision Films in association with Red Square Productions.

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Tickets are now on sale for the film's red carpet premiere on October 27 at the Miramar Cultural Center, and ahead of the movie's release next month, Top Notch has shared the official trailer. The film sees Spragga Benz and his wife, played by Fenton, struggling to conceive a child due to fertility complications and terminal illness.

The new trailer shows Spragga and wife celebrating seven years together, they got more reason to celebrate after Fenton becomes pregnant. However, after Fenton's suffers her third miscarriage, their marriage is pushed to a breaking point.

With hopes that a baby will fill the void in their lives, adoption becomes their next option, and with that decision comes an unbelievable surprise.

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https://yardhype.com/spragga-benz-new-movie-unbelievable-official-trailer-video-and-release-date/

Demarco Celebrates Birthday, Calls Out Some Dancehall Artistes, Says 'Kartel a the greatest!'

Demarco who recently released his latest musical endeavour with Pablo YG titled 'Count We Out' took to social media hours ago to talk about his plans for music and remind fans that he's celebrating his birthday on September 28, he did so with a bottle in hand, outlining during the live chat that he was "drunk".

Aside from talking about himself, the 42-year-old deejay highlighted that Vybz Kartel is second to none with regard to Dancehall music and his "will power and mindset".

According to Demarco, he will strategically be releasing music periodically because he doesn't want to release too much music and they fall on "deaf ears". On the other hand, he also contemplated releasing a lot of music in a short period of time because he has too many stored.

"How can a man deh inna a prison cell bro and hear seh yuh have life inna prison... and you gi the world some bombocl**t music fi blood**t dance to and you a nuh the greatest?... bro him a the greatest mi nuh give a f**k all me seh me a the baddest thing, Kartel a the greatest thing!" Demarco said.

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He next highlights Kartel's "mindset" and "work ethics" as plausible reasons for him to be labelled as great. In defence of Kartel's frequent posts on social media, Demarco dissed all the critics who believe that the 48-year-old should post less on social media.

"Bro inspire mi dawg nah tell no lie... no lie... you a the greatest inna Dancehall... I want to be like that, and mi ago learn it," he said.

Further on in the live chat Demarco called for "structure" in Dancehall, outlining that the industry is too "divided". The veteran states that until Dancehall get more "professional" things won't improve. "That a the only thing weh a beat Dancehall is the business," he declares.

He also urged young artistes to get entertainment lawyers, highlighting that they are missing out on gains because of the lack of structure. Demarco blamed the ego of some of the young artistes in Dancehall as a major problem. Before completing his statement on the matter, he shared multiple examples.

"Mi wah si dem reach far bro... unun fi stop dem f**kry yah dem crab inna barrel mentality... too divided yow."

Check out the live chat below

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Mv0UX11yH8

Sandra Rose Talks Music, Vybz Kartel, Nigy Boy, Growing up in St. Ann etc: Interview

Despite people's preconceptions about her, Dancehall artiste Sandra Rose is far from the wealthy pretty girl many view her as. She discussed her father being incarcerated for drug trafficking, her mother being a model, herself modelling, her music, and meeting Vybz Kartel in a new interview.

A native of St. Ann, Sandra Rose was born and raised in Jamaica before moving to Canada in 2012. Following in the footsteps of her mother, the young artiste first pursued a career in modelling, a career she maintained for a decade before pursuing music.

In addition to appearing in fashion shows and magazines, she has also appeared in music videos for the likes of DJ Khaled and Charly Black. Despite not taking music seriously until 2024, Sandra Rose shared in an interview with The Fix podcast that she has been making her own music since childhood.

During the interview, Sandra said it was working with Charly Black on one of his music videos that pushed her to launch her career as a singer in Dancehall. The artiste went on to share that she uses music as an outlet to express herself, as she does not like to talk about her childhood.

Sandra Rose

The first of three children for her mother, Sandra Rose is the daughter of Canadian drug trafficker Robert Bidewell, who she disclosed spent eight years in jail after being convicted for his crimes. She further shared that she had to move to Canada to ease the financial burden on her mother.

However, after living with her father for a year, she ended up in the foster care system.

"Everybody looks at me, and they're like, 'Oh, she's rich. Shi born rich. Shi born in a wealth. Shi have gold spoon,' I sent myself to college. I got pregnant right out of high school, and I still sent myself to college pregnant, doing two jobs while I was pregnant," Sandra Rose said.

Sandra went on to joke that she wished that her father still had the money he attained, but his assets were taken after his incarceration. The mom of one also talked about her dating life and dispelled rumours that she is dating Nigy Boy.

Nigy Boy and Sandra Rose

According to the Whiplash singer, she would never date someone in the music industry.

"We can't have the same lifestyle. If I'm going to settle down with somebody you can't do music it sound selfish but yuh can't do music to. Yuh affi just do yuh own ting, be on the low. Mi like a man weh just laid back and chill," Sandra stated.

The artiste, who was recently spotted partying with Vybz Kartel, also spoke about meeting the deejay for the first time. Sandra Rose described Kartel's energy as immaculate, and it was as if the pair had known each other for years.

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The young singer shared that the Romping Shop deejay has plans to take her out to party again, and she will be using the moment to pitch a possible collaboration.

Watch Sandra Rose's interview below.

https://youtu.be/Ou_OPzj5Uko?si=D-0ZQwgPDr5nMSt3&t=1

Guess Which Dancehall Artiste This Is?

This artiste first got some buzz in August of 2021 and later went on to become one of the most dominant young artistes in Dancehall locally in 2022.

Three years into the business, the St. Andrew native is now 23 years old and despite not producing any hit song in recent times, the deejay is actively releasing new music periodically with the last single being over 4 months ago.

His first school was the Shortwood Basic School next Shortwood Practising Primary and Infant then Excelsior High School where he played a lot of football and further developed his musical abilities which overshadowed his school activities.

Despite gaining popularity about three years ago, the artiste in question Jahshii whose real name is Mluleki Tafari Clarke has been making music since he was a child, with a video recently going viral of him in a studio on a mic saying, "youngest artiste inna builders nuh ramp wid me!"

Jahshii who has a diverse fanbase and is known for pouring out his emotions on the track is best known for songs such as 'Born Fight', 'Keep Up', '25/8', 'Prosperity' and 'Energy'.

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Notably, the music video for 'Born Fighter' has racked up over 39 million views on YouTube since being shared on the platform in January of 2022.

His last released song, titled 'Cya Get Mi Out' contains lyrics such as "Mi nah dead fi now", a reaction to the attempt at his life which left several persons injured from gunshot wounds. The incident took place along Constant Spring Road in St. Andrew in July of 2023, 6 people were shot.

The artiste has been keeping a low profile since.

- Jahshii and Silk Boss Link-up after Lyrical Feud
- Jahshii Drops New Song Shading Gage and Vershon: Vershon Claps Back
- Chronic Law Performs in Kingston with Najeeriii, Jahshii, Nhance etc: Videos
https://yardhype.com/guess-which-dancehall-artiste-this-is-12/

Friday, 27 September 2024

10Tik Says High-grade a 'Medicine'

Hardcore Dancehall artiste 10Tik whose real name is Carlton Nembhard released his latest single on Friday, a track for the marijuana lovers called 'Medicine'.

It's a mystical and groovy track that smokers and non-smokers can rock to with the deejay showing off his vocal abilities and range throughout the song. Furthermore, the 'Roll Deep' singer details that the amount of money he spends on high-grade can buy a high-end vehicle.

Some lyrics, "High-grade a medicine, mah medicine... The amount a money mi spend pan weed, cudda buy one beast, 5 grand inna the morning that done fast like hurricane breeze... exotic kush inna mi brain... Bun the sour diesel like a diesel truck, chest a squeeze enuh."

Released on YouTube on September 27, the song has been getting positive reactions from fans, with one person commenting, "Mek dem know grades a medicine," another stating, "Melodies, flows, style bro u ago madd dem."

'Medicine' was produced by Mix Till It Bus and Dre Davis Records, the song is currently available for streaming on all major streaming platforms such as Amazon Music, Audiomack, Apple Music, and more.

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Stream 'Medicine' on iTunes: https://music.apple.com/us/album/medicine/1768338628?i=1768338629

Listen to 'Medicine' below:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3totvSMtu5g

2 Goals for Khadija 'Bunny' Shaw as Man City Qualifies for Women's Champions League

Jamaican top striker Khadija 'Bunny' Shaw was on target twice on Thursday, helping Manchester City Women's team qualify for the Women's Champions League group stages, having failed to do so last year.

Her two goals which included a penalty and a strike from inside the box helped the WSL team beat French team Paris FC 3-0. Chloe Kelly scored City's first goal, she also assisted one of Shaw's goals.

"Bunny" Shaw did not play the first leg of the encounter which ended in a 5-0 victory for City, because her visa was not sorted in time for her to play in that game.

Nevertheless, she was present in the Joie Stadium(home to Manchester City Women's team). Arsenal was also victorious on the day, causing them to also qualify for the Women's Champions League group stages.

Shaw is expected to play her next game in the Women's Super League on Sunday vs Brighton & Hove Albion.

Watch highlights from the match below:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GfJnNxarf68

Thursday, 26 September 2024

Offset Says Takeoff Warned Him, After Cardi B Drama: Takeoff’s Brother Speaks Out

On Thursday Offset shared multiple tweets as he seeks to air out more of his personal issues regarding Cardi B online. One of the multiple tweets shared stated that he was warned by former group member Takeoff who was killed in late 2022.

At first, Offset shared a picture of himself with the picture, "won", his second tweet on the day stated, "Woke up God is good", however, it was his third tweet that got most of the attention, it reads, "Listen to your ppl take and the bros TOld me !!."

To many people's surprise, Takeoff's brother who goes by the name yrnlingo responded by saying, "My brother ain't tell him shit!! Let my twin rest."

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On Wednesday, Cardi B, 31, and her estranged husband, Offset, 32, went at each other online with Offset revealing that she had sex with another man while she was pregnant with his child. On the other hand, Cardi B revealed that Offset was threatening to take things for which she had worked hard.

Notably, the Migos which consisted of Offset, Takeoff and Quavo split sometime after Offset began dating Cardi B. As per critics, Cardi B influenced Offset to stop seeing eye to eye with his fellow group members prior to Takeoff's passing.

As per reports, Cardi B had to break up a fight between Offset and Quavo in 2023 back stage at the Grammys, a few months after Takeoff was killed.

https://yardhype.com/offset-says-takeoff-warned-him-after-cardi-b-drama-takeoffs-brother-speaks-out/

Bounty Killer Gives Back To Bellevue Hospital

The Five Star General Bounty Killer, through his Bounty Foundation extended a hand to the Bellevue Hospital on Windward Road in Kingston on Thursday with the donation of two air conditioning units, five wheelchairs, and other useful resources.

The Look Into My Eyes deejay shared highlights from the handover which featured members of staff at the mental facility who accepted the donations with bright smiles.

“Courtesy stop today at the Bellevue Hospital for the mental disabled hospital 🏥 ,” Bounty Killer began in the first of a series of Instagram posts.

“The bounty_foundation handed over two AC units, 5 wheel chairs, and other items. Let’s care for the elderly, the disabled and homeless kids. It shows our love and compassion towards each other over 400 residents/patients that live there. Corporate Jamaica unuh fi a play a better role stand up,” he added.

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Bellevue Hospital, which is the largest psychiatric institution in the English-speaking Caribbean, hosts approximately 400 patients across 23 wards including acute, sub-acute, psycho-medical, mental subnormal, long-stay, psychogeriatric and rehabilitative

The handover was witnessed by several other special guests and members of staff who all video taped the momentous occasion. In one of the posts, Bounty inserted his track Firm n’ Strong in keeping with the inspirational theme of the event.

“So much joy and jubilation today at Bellevue Hospital as we keep on creating smiles for Jamaica 🇯🇲 💪🏿🙏🏽,” he said.

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The visit also entailed a sit down where the deejay reiterated the importance of mental health care, and the crisis which exists in Jamaica, particularly among men, who need effective outlets to aid in their mental wellbeing.

“It is a serious issue in Jamaica… men don’t waan be soft. If you have an emotion to let out, let it out. If a tears yuh want, tears will come. When yuh hold it in, it might lead to other things. But, our society, we have an image where we have to live up to: man hardcore, man rough… but man a man— a human being same way and we all go through things, suh sometimes yuh haffi put down di image and just go through yuh emotions,” he explained, adding that in some cases, men will mishandle their extreme emotions which results in murder-suicide.

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Many of Bounty’s followers endorsed his act of altruism, as well as his words of advice about mental health.

“Great initiative… thanks for spreading awareness,” said one Instagram user.

“I am so proud of the work you’re doing. Your foundation will get all the help it needs to help serve. The mental health issues are real. I am with you all the way. It’s time we do the real work. Thank you 🙌🏽🙌🏽✅🙏 💯,” another said.

In the meantime, another supporter said, “This is great. Build up the mental wealth for our health!”

The Bounty Foundation, which was conceptualised several years ago, operates under the motto ‘Each one, teach one, to reach one.’

According to the foundation’s official website, it tends to the less fortunate and disabled across Jamaica, uplifting individuals and communities in dire need of food supplies, clothing, medical equipment, and volunteer services.

https://yardhype.com/bounty-killer-gives-back-to-bellevue-hospital/

Vybz Kartel To "Drop" Videos He Filmed in Prison

Vybz Kartel reveals that he filmed multiple music videos while in prison, he also detailed recording an EP consisting of almost a dozen songs, over two days in his latest interview. In the interview done on the Brando Music Review Show, the 48-year-old talked about the many books he read in prison to help pass time and other endeavours.

With regards to his latest EP, he recalled being sent the riddims by Din Din of Hemton Music, "Him send me like 11 riddim and by two day time me have 11 songs record, mix and artwork done... big up Redboom and big up Dunwell, because memba me cah mix inna prison only thing me could a mix a lemonade."

"Mi grow up a si mi father work seven days a week, suh him a teach mi hard work without teaching... We get we work ethics mainly from wi father and wi determination," said Kartel before revealing that videos were shot in prison and he contemplated releasing them while in prison.

"One thing with me enuh, me nuh like lose enuh, that's why even inna prison mi did affi find a way to record... All video mi duh inna prison but mi nuh badda release them, cause mi a seh jahknow star, mi nuh wah bait up the system fi dem pressure mi more."

Astonished by that revelation, Brando asked if he "do video!" and suggested that they be released. Vybz Kartel responded by saying that the videos will be released because "gravidity govern the earth suh everything affi drop."

On another topic, musically, he agreed to being the male Dancehall artiste who has collaborated with the most females.

He also hinted that he can release an album at anytime in the future and it doesn't make any sense he put a date on it, because in the past he stated that he will not be releasing music soon, however, he released his first song shortly after.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tXLjSMMwRuc

https://yardhype.com/vybz-kartel-to-drop-videos-he-filmed-in-prison/

Mr. Vegas Defends PM Holness: "Them cah prove one thing seh him thief a dollar"

Veteran Dancehall artiste Mr Vegas is calling out members of the People's National Party(PNP) and the Integrity Commission for their recent statements about the leader of the country Prime Minister Andrew Holness, according to Mr. Vegas, the leader of the PNP and his associates are "wicked" people trying to destroy Mr. Holness.

"This weh Mark Golding and the Integrety Commission did is a wicked thing... Why did they drag the man's parents into this thing yah, senior citizens... me look at the report."

"Was this body designed to totally destroy Andrew Holness," Vegas asked before detailing that the instigators who are calling Holness a "thief" are pulling all the cards out of the box to overthrow Holness, "They are out to destroy Andrew Holness they cah duh it inna policy, Andrew Holness has the brightest people them round him, him have the smartest people dem round him," Vegas outlined.

"Geet back to PNP, because them a come duh betta, geet back and a see if we nuh guh right back to which part Andrew Holness them or worse than when Andrew Holness them tek it over... them a try use corruption, dem a try mek you think seh Andrew a thief and him a thief your money."

According to the political deejay, the PNP cannot prove their claims against the leader of the island, "Them cah prove one thing seh him thief a dollar out a the purse weh poor people a pay taxes, them cah prove seh him, thief, a dollar outta a budget," he stated.

This rant from Mr. Vegas comes on the heels of the People’s Parliament which was aired on Tuesday, September 24, 2024 and involved several members of the PNP, most notably the leader Mark Golding who questioned several monetary transactions that took place between Holness' Bank accounts in recent years.

Footage from the live was shared on YouTube by Rickstorm TV.

https://youtu.be/RPwQSavR2Jw?si=GuV90l3zo-SsI5Q-&t=542

https://yardhype.com/mr-vegas-defends-pm-holness-them-cah-prove-one-thing-seh-him-thief-a-dollar/

Papie Keelo and Fada Shaqdem team up for 'Roll Out'

'Roll Out' featuring Fada Shaqdem is the 3rd track on Dancehall artist Papie Keelo's first EP titled ‘Super Bold EP Vol. 1’. The project was released on September 11 and features collaborations with Shawn Storm, Goldplainty and Fada Shaqdem.

In 'Roll Out', Papie Keelo sings about living a fast lifestyle and what it takes to live as a general in the streets of Kingston.

Some lyrics, "Roll out the cars and the bikes, some p***y a hype and dem nah live nuh life, a back to back flight if we want if we like, f**k up the club we live fi do it every night... dem nuh know bout we."

The song has been getting impressive views and positive reactions on Youtube, one fan commented, "Them shoulda neva take we lite 1 Keelo Badniss," another stated, "sounds good."

The six-track project is a collaborative effort produced by Bussed Records, Shaqdem Records, Top Chef Production, and World Cloud Music.

Check out the project by Papie Keelo on Apple Music.

Check out the project by Papie Keelo on Spotify.

Listen to 'Roll Out' below.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bO98rrRt2Hg

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Vybz Kartel Challenges Likkle Addi in Penalty Shootout During Music Video Shoot

Vybz Kartel had a penalty shootout challenge with his son Likkle Addi whose real name is Akheel Raheim Palmer and the younger Palmer turned out the victor. Wednesday evening, Likkle Addi shared footage of the challenge done with his father who was not properly attired for the endeavour.

Vybz Kartel first took a penalty kick, scoring into a skimage goal, Likke Addi scored shortly after, for his follow-up kick, Vybz Kartel missed and when it was Likkle Addi's turn to take his penalty, Vybz Kartel forfeited the challenge leaving his son the winner of the US$200 bet.

Kartel, Likkle Addi and Likkle Vybz who recorded the video were on the video shoot for the song titled 'MOTM' done by Vybz Kartel and Likkle Addi. This will be Kartel's first collaboration since his release from prison.

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Kartel also shared videos from the activities.

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On to another sport, Vybz Kartel is seen in multiple photos in a West Indies outfit that he seemingly got from Marlon Samuels.

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Wednesday, 25 September 2024

Elaine Thompson-Herah ‘living her best life’ Following Disappointing Track Season: Video

As Jamaican sprinter Elaine Thompson-Herah continues recovery following an injury-riddled track season which caused her to miss the Paris Olympic Games, she is also pencilling in some time for leisure.

The 32-year-old shared a reel on Instagram earlier today enjoying a myriad of outdoor activities including horse-back riding on the beach, swinging from a rope above a river, and riding an ATV. She noted that she was happy to complete some bucket-list items in her very own country, although social media users could see that she was hesitating to swing from the rope. Who knows, maybe she’s afraid of heights?

Regardless, it was a joy to behold the sprint queen having an amazing time. She was glad in a black bodysuit and matching black sneakers— the perfect fit for a day filled with outdoor adventure!

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“I really had a time of my life and I did tick some fears off my list ✌🏾,” she began in the caption.

Added the athlete: “If you want the BEST & FUN adventures tour book my brother @vipjam_downtours.ja We island Likkle and nice 🇯🇲 😉.”

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Her online followers enjoyed seeing her have a blast.

One user commented, “Watch the fastest woman alive inna mi place. Spanish Bridge rope swing is undefeated.”

Meanwhile, another said, “Have fun Queen @fastelaine love how you’re enjoying yourself in YOUR very own country 😍”

Thompson-Herah was one of several athletes who participated in the World Continental Tour Gold 100m meet in New York back in June. After finishing last, the sprinter began showing signs of an injury and had to be carried out of the Icahn Stadium.

She has since been focused on her wellness and recovery.

https://yardhype.com/elaine-thompson-herah-living-her-best-life-following-disappointing-track-season-video/

PM Holness Demanded to Justify US$143,000 Transaction From SSL to His NCB Account

Deputy Leader of Opposition Business in the Senate and Opposition Spokesperson for Justice and Gender Affairs Donna Scott-Mottley is demanding that Prime Minister Andrew Holness justify a hefty one-time transaction that occurred from Stocks and Securities Limited (SSL) into his NCB account in late 2021.

Scott- Mottley was speaking during the latest hosting of the People’s Parliament which aired on Tuesday, September 24, 2024.

“It was opened with no money in it, and I didn’t know you could open an account with no money in it. A couple of days later, there was a deposit of a little over US$143,000 which came from SSL and in the context of the conversations we’ve been having about SSL, I believe that the prime minister needs to address this and explain how and why that money came into his account from SSL."

"It was deeply concerning to me, and I’m sure it was deeply concerning to all the people who not only lost money, and you know the number one concern is what happened to Bolt’s money,” she reasoned with PNP leader Mark Golding, Opposition Senator Peter Bunting, as well as Shadow Minister of Finance, Planning and the Public Service Julian Robinson who were also present.

SSL has been under continuous scrutiny since early last year when it was discovered that the trusted institution was steeped in a fraud scheme that was later revealed to surpass USD$30M with over 200 client accounts affected by the fraud. Retired sprinting superstar Usain Bolt was among the lot and has, to this day, yet to be repaid $12 billion.

Meanwhile, Scott-Mottley was quick to declare that she is not insinuating any similarities between the huge fraud bust, and the prime minister’s ‘shady’ transaction, but insisted that Jamaicans at home and in the diaspora deserve transparency.

She further said that the opposition is reviewing the legislation associated with the IC Act, in response to Holness’ declaration that he too is doing reviews to see if there are possibilities to make amendments.

“We have a joint selection committee which is reviewing the Integrity Commissions Act.. we are contemplating what sort of laws we would want to see in legislation, Scott-Mottley said, adding that she agrees that the statutory declaration process is “invasive” and “uncomfortable”. However, she believes that despite the discomfort, transparency and accountability should always prevail.

She also called upon citizens to press for continued clarity on matters of governance so that the country can improve.

“This country needs to be aware that they are the ones who determine what kind of Jamaica we have… if we don’t hold our leaders to a higher standard of accountability, all we will have is a declining sense of morality. The public needs to get involved in refining this country in the way that it needs to be done…”

Check out the discussion below:

https://youtu.be/lr8cbfsJNYU?si=_U-pK1m9ZlQINgCt&t=91

https://yardhype.com/pm-holness-demanded-to-justify-us143000-transaction-from-ssl-to-his-ncb-account/

Masicka Finally Added to Vybz Kartel's Top-5 Dancehall Lyricists

Vybz Kartel has been reluctant to call many fellow artistes' names, while he has been consistently shouting out Skillibeng and Spice amongst others since his prison release. Days ago the Portmore deejay listed his top five Dancehall lyricists 'from his time until now'.

The names mentioned included Chronic Law, Skillibeng, Assassin and Aidonia. During the interview on The Brando Music Review show, the 48-year-old struggled to call a fifth name which sparked debates online with most people mentioning that "Masicka" should have been mentioned.

Agreeing with the majority, Vybz Kartel followed up on Tuesday, adding Masicka to the list as the 'honourable mention'. The declaration was made during a live chat on TikTik in which he was told to 'Bigup" several communities, countries and artistes.

Masicka's name was mentioned in the comment to which Kartel responded by saying, "Big up Masicka, my dawg dem affi live, yuh done know that man." "Hear the fifth lyricist deh weh mi vote een, suh it was wah Donia, Sassin, Law Boss, Skillibeng, Masicka... mi dog dem affi live!"

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Vybz Kartel also sent a special shoutout to his musical brother, David Brooks aka Mavado. "Davaid a mi bredda that, weh yuh atalk bout man," he stated.

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https://yardhype.com/masicka-added-to-vybz-kartels-top-5-dancehall-lyricists/

Jamaica Creates History in Lacrosse Box Championships

Team Jamaica got their very first win in the Men's Lacrosse Box Championships a few days ago after beating Chinese Taipei 12-6 in a game in which the island showed dominance and flair.

With this win, Jamaica has now tasted victory at all the Lacrosse World Cups that the island has participated in, including the Senior Men, Senior Women, U20 Men, U20 Women and now the Box Lacrosse.

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However, the team lost the first match vs Czechia, losing miserably 23-4 to the European team that is ranked 7th in the world in Men's Box Lacrosse, notably, Jamaica is not ranked in the top 20 of this version of the game.

Game two for Jamaica of the tournament was against Scotland, and the island suffered a second defeat, losing 14-12 to Scotland which is ranked 16, the number one ranked time in this version of the sport is Canada.

Jamaican is ranked 8th in the Men's field version of the sport.

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Monday, 23 September 2024

Junior Culture Keeping Reggae Flame Burning

Press release - International recording artiste Junior Culture has been etching his name in global Reggae circles. The dynamic singer recently released a catchy single entitled "Never Gonna Leave" which has been enjoying rotation locally and internationally. According to the singer, he is passionate about preserving the authentic Reggae sound.

"I am a well traveled artiste and I have seen the power of Reggae first hand which is why I don't deviate too far from the original sound because that is the primary sound the world wants to hear from Jamaica. Every where in the world I perform our beloved Reggae music I am well received. My aim is to continue making my contribution to the genre and add my spice to an already tasty Reggae menu," Stated Junior Culture.

The Reggae stalwart says he has toured extensively in Europe and other parts of the world and has shared the stage with some of the all-time greats but at present, he is focused on promoting his brand locally to reconnect with his core audience.

"Jamaica is my home and also the home of Reggae so I took a break from touring to reconnect with my native people. I am an international artiste but I am a Jamaican by birth so my local fans are just as important to me as my global audience. As such, I will be making the rounds locally to share my new single with my Jamaican brothers and sisters," Stated Junior Culture.

Currently, Junior Culture is busy creating content as well as promoting his single entitled "Never Gonna Leave".

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https://yardhype.com/junior-culture-keeping-reggae-flame-burning/

Junelle Bromfield Contemplating Not Representing Jamaica on the Track

Following months of online bullying, Jamaican runner Junelle Bromfield is now unsure of her future as a representative of Jamaica as it relates to sports.

During the height of the Olympics, while most athletes enjoyed praise from their fellow countrymen, Bromfield faced attacks online as her loyalty to Jamaica was questioned by local athletic fans. Bromfield is scheduled to share her story on Sim Soul Sessions, which is hosted by veteran broadcaster Simone Clarke.

Ahead of the interview, Clarke shared a sneak peek and some behind-the-scenes look at their interview on Friday. Unlike previous episodes of Sim Soul Sessions, Bromfield was interviewed not in Jamaica but in Orlando and can be seen on the show's impromptu set with Noah Lyles.

According to Clarke, after watching the backlash unfold, she invited Bromfield to come on her programme. However, due to the death threats and continued bullying, the athlete is now afraid to return to Jamaica.

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Determined to have her share her story, Clarke flew to Orlando to interview Bromfield, who also spoke on the loss of her mother and two brothers during the show. Captioning a video post in which Bromfield said she had to disable her inbox because of multiple threats, Clarke shared that the runner is contemplating her future as a Jamaican athlete.

" She’s now processing the fire from a fan base that has questioned her loyalty to country out of the recently held Olympics. She wasn’t ready for the online hate and hurt hurled at her - from her own people. Cyberbullying, colorism, and even death threats. It has all left her questioning her future in track, not only whether she wants to do it anymore, but if she wants to do it for Jamaica," Clarke wrote.

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Dalton Harris Bashes Bounty Killer after Winning Award for LGBTQ+ Documentary: "I won’t change"

Digicel Rising Star winner Dalton Harris is now an award-winning producer and has doubled down, saying that he will not be changing just to please his Jamaican critics.

Dalton, who is also a past winner of the UK's X Factor, produced and created the documentary Dalton's Dream. His documentary was crowned the 2024 Best Documentary at Miami's Outshine LGBTQ+ Film Festival.

In a lengthy statement on Facebook, the singer expressed awe following his award win. Dalton, who has faced backlash since coming out as gay, also addressed his critics, declaring that the joke is on them as he has accomplished so much and continues to do well.

"I have accomplished so much. More than most your children you raised yet you come on social media to tell me what I should or shouldn’t be doing. And use God as an excuse. Please don’t waste your time. I won’t change," Dalton wrote.

Recollecting the hardships of his childhood, he further expressed that his critics could only have a right to tell him what to do if they could go through what he has and still accomplish what he has. Dalton shared that he was abused both physically and emotionally by his mother, who made him believe that he was ugly and often left him bloodied and scarred.

According to Harris, after years of being neglected and ill-treated, he was kicked out by his mother. Yet the singer says he returned to help his family, including his mother, whom he has since reconciled with.

Dalton went on to highlight all the hard work he has put into his life and career, emphasising that he was able to migrate legally without the help of family or a sham marriage. The singer also called out Bounty Killer, who criticised him when rumours first began to spread that he is gay.

"I worked hard and have great agents and I don’t yell into a microphone on a board stage then say pull up like bounty killer the man who I don’t know but had so much to say to his little audience. That’s when I realized I was on a different level. And doing something big cuz I’m in his mouth like vagina," Dalton wrote.

View Dalton's full statement below.

https://yardhype.com/dalton-harris-bashes-bounty-killer-after-winning-award-for-lgbtq-documentary-i-wont-change/