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WRC DRIVERS - THE BEST IN THE WORLD?
Is it really true that F1 drivers are extraordinary? I have never had the experience of being behind the wheel of a F1 machine. Duh! But each time I watch the WRC maestros in action traversing rather challenging terrain at full-rev, with a cannot-lift mentality, I am forced to consider them the best in the world! THE WORLD'S BEST DRIVERS! THE WORLD'S BEST DRIVERS - AGAIN! What is your view? Cecil Munroe Gleaner On-Line Writer [...]
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Do you bank online?
One thing you have to become accustomed to if you live in Jamaica is waiting in long lines. Ironically I noticed that the lines are worse just when you need to complete your transactions quickly. Banks I know how everyone talks about waiting at government offices but I have a special distress when it comes to waiting in line at banks. First of all it seems as if banks feel we have to use their services as they spend little time ensuring [...]
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How to choose the right investment option!
So what do you do if you find yourself with an unexpected extra cash? At first your impulse might be to spend it but hold on a minute what else could you do? Well a smart idea is to invest that money instead of spending it right away! How will you know what investment option is right for you? Review your needs and goals Before you rush to invest you need a plan! You need to take the time to think about what you really [...]
Social Impact
Building Blocks and Technology: The Social Good Summit in Jamaica
#2030Now - the hashtag for the Sustainable Good Summits taking place around the world - has a sense of urgency about it, doesn't it. So it should; the long-term has become short term, when we think about major issues such as climate change. 2030 is just around the corner. All our concerns are "now" concerns. Building blocks: Some of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals. (My photo) Yesterday I was delighted to participate in the Kingston Summit, organized by [...]
Motor Sports
TRACK-WORTHY: MYRIE'S DC5 R - A TURBOCHARGED CAR'S WORST NIGHTMARE! PART 3
Warpath is not a term that should be used lightly and as such when used in the context of a rambunctious machine it should be understood the pace which the machine chases prey is worthy of mention on Incredible But True. The DC5 R was not pleased with the norm or the status quo with which the DC2 R was known. To right the wrong, the F1 wizards enhanced the already accomplished VTEC and introduced VTEC with a conspiratorial brain - [...]
Motor Sports
TRACK-WORTHY: MYRIE'S DC5 R - A TURBOCHARGED CAR'S WORST NIGHTMARE! PART 2
The history and savory awesomeness of the Type R will not be repeated on these pages. I was brimming with incalculable anticipation and expectation. After a brief discussion I engaged the cockpit. The Recaro's blare a snug fit. The driving position and the Momo steering elicit memories of Senna at Monaco. The gleaming aluminium shifter, like an only child, summons attention. Myrie's DC5 R departed from the stock folk long ago, but, in minor ways. It currently boasts a fully adjustable [...]
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