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FOUR NATIONAL RECORDS BROKEN AT 2021 CARIFTA TRIALS

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#TurksandCaicos, May 18, 2021 – Despite the cancellation of CARIFTA 2021 in Bermuda, TCI athletes can celebrate their achievements at the 2021 CARIFTA Trials held on May 7-8 at the TCI National Stadium. The meet which was held to allow athletes to compete for a chance to represent the TCI at CARIFTA, saw four national records broken in the field events.    

One record broken spanned two age categories, with Under 17 Female athlete, Tanesia Gardiner breaking the National Record for High Jump clearing 1.68m. The jump broke both the Under 17 Female record of 1.50m previously held by Israel Ramsey, as well as the Under 20 Female High Jump record of 1.65m previously held by Sanadia Forbes.   

Continuing the record breaking for field events, Tayjoe Oppong shattered his own national record of 13.20m for the Under 20 Male Shot Put event with a throw of 16.02m. Following closely behind Antwon Walkin bested the Under 17 Male Shot Put record of 12.94m previously held by Darvion Rigby, with a throw of 14.01m.    

Speaking of the athlete’s accomplishments, President of the Turks and Caicos Islands Amateur Athletics Association, Ms. Edith Skippings said “The TCAAA is extremely proud of Tayjoe, Tanesia and Antwon. We salute them for not only performing well at the trials but also beating their own personal bests and ultimately breaking national records.”    

Director of the Turks and Caicos Islands Sports Commission, Mr. Jarrett Forbes said he was impressed by the athletes’ performances. “It was quite exciting watching our athletes perform at the CARIFTA Trials. Their display of tenacity reflected their passion for excellence and desire for quality country representation. We are disappointed that CARIFTA Games 2021 was cancelled but we have no regrets in hosting the CARIFTA trials. What we witnessed from our athletes was nothing short of spectacular.”   

Minister of Education, Hon. Rachel congratulated the athletes on their accomplishment. “As Minister with responsibilities for Sports, congratulations to all athletes who participated in the CARIFTA Trials. Your dedication, enthusiasm and persistence played a pivotal role in your success. We must highlight Tayjoe Oppong, Tanesia Gardiner and Antwon Walkin who broke the Turks and Caicos record in their particular event. This sums up the level of coaching received , the inner desire to succeed and the self-discipline of each athlete. There is always room for improvement and this is achieved with more training. Stay focus and have the courage to follow your dreams.”   

Both Under 17 record breakers, Tanesia Gardiner and Antwon Walkin are members of the Quality Athletics Track Club in Providenciales lead by coach Randy Ford. Tayjoe Oppong is a student at Kingston College in Kingston, Jamaica.    

CARIFTA 2021 was scheduled for August 13-15 in Bermuda but was cancelled due to a two-week quarantine requirement for arriving guest. For more results from the TCI’s CARIFTA Trials and for updates on the 49th CARIFTA Games, visit the Turks and Caicos Islands Sports Commission’s Facebook or Instagram page.    

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Bahamas Government to meet with SpaceX

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PRESS STATEMENT

Ministry of Tourism, Investments & Aviation

 

The Bahamas, February 6, 2025 – A delegation inclusive of all relevant agencies is meeting with SpaceX officials as The Islands of The Bahamas finalise preparations for the historic landing of a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket booster on February 17.

This landmark moment will make The Bahamas the first international destination to host the Falcon 9 rocket booster landings. This historic event, set to take place off the coast of The Exumas, marks a significant leap for The Bahamas into the realm of space tourism.

The collaboration between Bahamian officials and SpaceX positions The Bahamas as a key player in the growing space tourism industry, with 20 scheduled landings to take place in Bahamian waters on autonomous drone ships. The country will be the exclusive location to witness these remarkable events, offering unique economic opportunities and advancements in technology.

The delegation includes senior representatives from the Royal Bahamas Defense Force, the Bahamas Air Navigation Services Authority, the Department of Environmental Planning and Protection, and the Port Department.

The relevant senior officials will remain on hand during the launch sequence and launch and ascent. They are fully engaged to ensure all safety, regulatory, and operational measures are in place for the scheduled landing. Every effort is being made to facilitate this historic event while maintaining the highest standards.

Further details regarding the landing and related activities will be forthcoming.

The Hon. I. Chester Cooper
Deputy Prime Minister & Minister of Tourism, Investments & Aviation

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Decomposing Body Found

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Turks and Caicos, February 5, 2025 – The Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force is investigating the discovery of a decomposing body found in the vicinity of Delco Yard, Snake Hill, Blue Hills.

At approximately 7:45 pm on Tuesday, January 15, 2025, officers received information regarding the presence of a body in a ditch near Delco Yard.  A team of officers and the TCI Regiment were deployed to the scene.

Upon arrival, officers confirmed the presence of a deceased male wearing black jeans and blue Jordan sneakers. The deceased had a black locks hairstyle. The body was in an advanced state of decomposition.

If you have any information that could assist in identifying the deceased or in the ongoing investigation, please call 911 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-8477 (TIPS).

Information can also be shared via the Crime Stoppers P3 app.

Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.

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S Hotel Kingston Partners with Bob Marley Foundation to Celebrate Kingston as the Cultural Capital

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KINGSTON, JAMAICA, [February 6, 2024] – In celebration of Bob Marley’s 80th birthday, S Hotel Kingston has partnered with the Bob Marley Foundation to launch an immersive “Explore Kingston” initiative, spotlighting the city’s rich cultural heritage. The collaboration features a dynamic new video that showcases Kingston in the world’s music culture.

Widely regarded as the heart of Jamaica’s artistic and musical legacy, Kingston takes center stage in this captivating video, which highlights iconic sites such as the Bob Marley Museum, Trench Town Culture Yard, Tuff Gong International, and Kingston Creative’s Water Lane Art Walk. The video offers an inspiring glimpse into the city’s cultural essence and its deep connection to reggae music.

“We are thrilled to partner with the Bob Marley Foundation to bring this experience to life,” said Christopher Issa, CEO of S Hotels Jamaica. “This initiative is not only a celebration of Bob Marley’s birthday but also a tribute to the creative spirit that makes Kingston the beating heart of Jamaica.”

S Hotel Kingston embraces this cultural legacy throughout the property. Each room is equipped with a Bob Marley record player. The hotel’s Strings Cafe and Bar features a stunning zinc mural with an impression of Bob Marley, serving as a striking backdrop that pays homage to Kingston’s artistic roots, along with an 8-ft guitar. Additionally, a Bob Marley statue stands as a tribute to the legendary artist, further reinforcing the hotel’s deep connection to Jamaica’s music history.

For more information on S Hotel Kingston, please visit http://www.shotelkingston.com. To view the “Explore Kingston” video, follow S Hotel Kingston on social at @shotelkingstonjm.

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