UN’s Guterres to world leaders: Choose peace and cooperation over chaos
By Vibhu Mishra The UN secretary-general opened the General Assembly high-level debate with a stark message: the world is awash with overlapping crises – from wars and humanitarian emergencies to climate breakdown – and leaders must decide now “what kind of world we choose to build together.” Each September, heads of state and government gather in […]
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CDB powering MSMEgrowth with strategic support for Barbados’ innovation and growth market
BRIDGETOWN, Barbados – The Caribbean Development Bank (CDB, the Bank) has reaffirmed its commitment to empowering Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) across the region with a new initiative aimed at unlocking access to finance and fostering sustainable growth. In partnership with the ministry of energy, small business and entrepreneurship, the Barbados Stock Exchange, and […]
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JBDC accelerates MSME digital transformation under EU-Funded Initiative
By Sherika Williams KINGSTON, Jamaica, (JIS) – The Jamaica Business Development Corporation (JBDC) has ramped up efforts to drive the digital transformation of micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs), with at least 500 businesses set to digitise one internal process this year under the European Union (EU)-funded ‘Digital Jamaica’ Project. The three-year initiative, launched in 2023, […]
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PAHO director highlights critical link between infectious diseases and NCDs at UNGA80
NEW YORK, USA, (PAHO) – The urgent need to address the interplay between infectious diseases and non-communicable diseases (NCDs), which together pose the greatest public health challenges in the Americas, was highlighted by Dr Jarbas Barbosa, Director of the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), at an event held on the sidelines of the 80th United […]
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By Caribbean News Global CASTRIES, St Lucia – Prime Minister Philip J Pierre, enthusiastic about the preparatory weapon in this general election cycle, at his annual constituency conference two weeks ago, summoned his constituency team to campaign mode. The task is simple. Keep Castries East in the winning column, for the seventh time running, and […]
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Stress tests can help determine how much capital central banks need
Assessments can help clarify the appropriate capitalization to best ensure a sound institutional financial position By Romain Veyrune Central banks pride themselves on being data-driven and consensus-based. Surprisingly, though, there is little consensus among policymakers on a crucial issue: how much capital should these institutions hold? Unlike commercial banks, central banks don’t have universally prescribed […]
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EU renews support for WHO’s Universal Health Coverage Partnership
GENEVA, Switzerland – The World Health Organization (WHO) and the European Union (EU) have renewed their collaboration on achieving universal health coverage with the launch of Phase V (2025–2028) of the Universal Health Coverage (UHC) Partnership – WHO’s largest platform for strengthening health systems and advancing primary health care. The announcement was made today by […]
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NEW YORK, USA – Without greater international engagement, Haiti risks sliding deeper into crisis, leaders warned on Monday at a meeting in New York convened to address the country’s security collapse. Kenya’s president William Ruto, who heads the Multinational Security Support Mission (MSS), noted limited progress since the police force deployed 15 months ago with […]
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FDA takes action to make a treatment available for Autism Symptoms
WASHINGTON, USA – The US Food and Drug Administration has initiated the approval of leucovorin calcium tablets for patients with cerebral folate deficiency (CFD), a neurological condition that affects folate (a vitamin essential for brain health) transport into the brain. Individuals with cerebral folate deficiency have been observed to have developmental delays with autistic features […]
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BVI House of Assembly clarifies context of Auditor General’s Report on 2024 Salary Adjustments
TORTOLA, BVI – The release of the recent auditor general’s report has prompted significant public discussion, particularly around the adjustments made to the compensation of elected members of the House of Assembly. The level of public interest underscores the importance of transparency and clear communication regarding the decisions taken, the rationale behind them, and the […]
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VP Records will host a meet and greet with members of the Alpha School of Music Band on Saturday, October 11, from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm.
The free event takes place at the VP Records Retail Store, located at 170-21 Jamaica Avenue in Queens, NY.
Alpha School of Music offers Jamaica’s only tertiary programme focused on ensemble performance. Its Associate Degree in Music Performance combines practical training in accompaniment, solo work, and audio technology to prepare students for work in live and studio settings.
Visitors to the VP Records event will have the opportunity to meet band members Zuri Aiko Gordon (violin, vocals), Jesse Kerr (drums), Joel Wallace (bass), Leon Channer (drums), and Adrian Robinson (piano), along with members of Alpha’s teaching staff.
The group represents the next generation of Jamaican musicians emerging from the school that produced The Skatalites, Johnny Osbourne, Yellowman, and Cedric Brooks. Their visit continues Alpha’s mission to connect classroom training with real-world performance and community engagement.
A 7-inch vinyl of the band’s release The Single Sections will be available for purchase at the event. The record features two Jamaican instrumentals, Eastern Standard Time and Rukumbine, performed by the Alpha ensemble, and has been repressed in a run of 25 copies with new sleeves.
The group is in New York to perform at the American Friends of Jamaica (AFJ) Hummingbird Gala, held Friday, October 10, at The Plaza Hotel. The event honours individuals advancing Jamaican culture and development, with this year’s honorees including Jason Henzell and Joseph “Joe” Bogdanovich.
