With no confirmation forthcoming so far from authorities in St. Croix, US Virgin Islands, the dancehall community has been anxious about the reported robbery at gunpoint suffered by multi-talented Serani of DASECA Productions while in that island.

The man who has helped hone the skills of many popular dancehall superstars and cranked out solid hits including ones of his own, appeared in St Croix on Saturday night, after having performed in Guyana last week, it was reported.

Following his performance, described by a Star forum blogger as “much to be desired, because the extremely popular singer is said to have performed for only a short time,” he was taken to his hotel and dropped off along with his road manager.

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“Coward” is the latest release from Kip Rich who tore up the STING stage by putting some serious dents in the Monster Empire’s flow.

It has been an ongoing battle of the words spilling over from 2008, between Monster Empire – known also as Ghost, Roundhead and General B and the verbally slamming Kip Rich.

Releases from Kip Rich like: “Dem Caan Cow Wi” was salting up Monster Empire’s wounds in preparation for the STING blasting. To the disappointment of many, Monster Empire did not rise to the challenge that the tens of thousands were expecting at STING. They did not come out to clash Kip Rich.

“Coward” is how Kip Rich is calling it now with the track that refers to the former Monster Shock as, “Three duppy ah Jamworld…:”

Taking the lyrical feud into the New Year, “Coward” can be heard on several music programmes

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By: Buffilous

Happy New Year mi peeps. Is a long time mi no gi oonu a sound, but bwoy recesshan ave mi a wok all 3 job some a de time – espeshally ow oonu si di Chrismas jus pass. But mi couldn’t kip mi mout pan dis ya one ya weh mi ave fi oonu right yasso now. Caw it hot fe true…mi jus come offa di phone wit mi fren weh a ketch har tail sake a some wicked gyal weh call demself Rasta mi dear people…can u imagine.

Mi seh mi a no di world’s most closest to di almighty, but im must a roll and spin sake a di wickedness weh im so called follower dem a gwaan wid inna di worl. An a nuh jus Jamaica di evil a gwaan needa – di wicked dem find obeah man and ooman anyweh dem go.

Di ooman deh pon a piece a bawlin pon di phone a while a go, suh till all my yeye dem start fi tear up tu. She seh afta she buck up a bredrin weh she did know from long time, im put argument to har an she start check fi im even dough she live a Englan. Dem start fi heng out sometimes whenever she deh a Jamaica and tings begin fi get sort of serious. She seh she realize seh di man was a womanizer an she also know im as a strict Rasta, so instead of womanizer, im say im a polygamist – or a man who follow the 7 to 1 philosophy so popular in Rastafarian way of life. She decide fi deal wid it since she no really did want no permanent live in everyday relationship anyway.

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World Peace

One with God, we are contributing to a new world of peace and security.

At the core of many disputes in a home, community, or the world, there is often at least one person who is not willing to accept a different idea, belief, tradition, or appearance.

Yet there is something happening that has greater power, a power for good. One by one, throughout the world, members of the Daily Word family are dedicated to being at peace in a world of diversity, a world of unique individuals created by God.

One with God and with one another, we are contributing to a new world of peace and serenity. In our homes, communities, and the world, we are peacemakers who are truly making progress. We are sowing seeds of peace through our prayers, conversations, and actions. There is a harvest of peace that is nourishing the world.

"And a harvest of righteousness is sown in peace for those who make peace."--James 3:18

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Guidance

I enter this new year with confidence, knowing that God lights my way.
In times of change or even turmoil, I may examine my plans or reexamine myself, wondering, Why is this happening? What can I do? What's next?
Placing all wondering and questioning aside, I realize that divine wisdom is always present to illumine my way. In prayerful meditation, I obtain a serene balance between questions and solutions. I acknowledge the peace within that soothes my soul.
I feel the calm assurance of divine insight and the tranquility of trust in outcomes. God is always here. Whether or not the details are obvious to me, I am ready to move forward confidently with my plans and understanding. I anticipate the known and trust in God for the unknown.
"May God be gracious to us and bless us and make his face to shine upon us, that your way may be known upon earth."--Psalm 67:1-2

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By: Jaide

Widalco Sports Club in Ewarton, St Catherine was bubbling on New Year’s eve night straight into Thursday morning, but the partying was abruptly aborted after it started raining bottles onstage.

Angry patrons got in a fit of rage after it was announced that Beenie Man would not be appearing and they made no qualms about showing their feelings by breaking in the New Year with a ruckus.

There was so much mayhem going on backstage and especially in the VIP area, as people were virtually causing a stampede as they tried to escape the hail of bottles.

What was the real reason for Beenie Man exiting the area without first performing? This is the question of the moment and speculations have taken different tones. Was there animosity between ‘The Doctor’s’ entourage and The Alliance crew? Unconfirmed reports from police say some incident took place, but no details about that occurrence were outlined to Yardflex.

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By: Joseph Cunningham

Kiprich is more popularly known for his lyrics filled with gimmicks, however, at this years staging of Sting, the show recognized as one more suited for Dancehall music’s foremost gangster deejays, ‘Kippo’, as he is affectionately known, delivered a set laced with hard hitting lyrical content attacking his musical rivals.

Yardflex.com contacted the deejay after his memorable Sting performance to congratulate him on his exploits, and during that interview Kiprich revealed the developments leading to his lyrical tirade on the now disgraced Monster Empire – a group comprising three deejays.

Kippo said, “I became displeased when I heard Monster Empire disrespecting an icon like Bounty Killer. Monster Empire is not in any position to be passing their place with a legend like Bounty.”

The situation he relates to has to do with a recent fall-out between the same Monster Empire, and their former mentor, Bounty Killer, after which a scandalous lyrical assault was launched.

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By Petal

Gramps, a member of the Morgan Heritage Group, travelled to Montego Bay to fete inmates at the St. James Infirmary on New Years Day. He along with Mayor of Montego Bay, Charles Sinclair Jr, Tango of Stages Production, Frankie of Frankie’s Seafood & Restaurant and Former St. James contestant Camelle Fairclough all too part in feeding programme. Most of those who were feted were male inmates. They were given, Rice & Peas, Chicken, Mash Potatoes, Steam Vegetables and Refreshment. The food was catered for by Frankie’s Restaurant located at Harbour Circle, all mentioned persons pool resources together to make this an annual event, which was mainly organized by Frankie, who is one of Montego Bays Top Restaurateur. After feeding the inmate, the visiting members wish them a prosperous new year and long lasting life and hope God continue to guide and keep them.

Feeding: Gramps, a member of Morgan Heritage, and Frankie serve inmates meal on New Years Day, courtesy of Frankie, Tango and Mayor of Montego Bay, Charles Sinclair Jr.

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A biographical film entitled “Notorious” is getting ready for its January 16th release date and previews of the movie have at least one important character in an outrage.

Lil Kim is not pleased with the way she is portrayed in the film that tells the life story of the late rapper, Notorious B.I.G, known also as Biggy Smalls.

As one who played a key role in the past life of ‘Biggy’, Lil Kim is now saying enough is enough.

She told, Hip-Hip Weekly that she has had enough and puts the blame for what she sees as an offensive portrayal of herself, on the mother of Biggie’s child, Faith Evans and Biggie’s own mother Voletta Wallace, who both approved the portrayal.

Its reported that while Faith Evans was involved in the production, the film was produced by Sean “Diddy” Combs and Voletta Wallace. Lil Kim had minimal input into its creation.

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Since her December 11th suspension from ZIP FM, morning show host Nikki Z has had a great deal of time to think about being careful with screening show content; and it seems as if others have been considering the repercussions of her actions so deeply that they have begun to imagine things.

In a letter sent to the editor of The Gleaner recently, Broadcast Commission head huncho, Cordel Green reiterated facts about censorship laws in Jamaica, under the title, “Impact of Broadcasting Commission being felt.” In his letter, Green alluded to what seemed to be the Nikki Z situation, by saying that, a female DJ lost her position from a prime-time slot on a popular radio station after playing a song on December 4th that contained an expletive.

Nikki Z’s suspension arose from an incident in December, when she played a song on her 6:00am to 10:00am show that had profane content. The song causing all the controversy was “Ride It” by Munga Honorable.

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A blonde, wanting to earn some money, decided to hire herself out as a handyman-type and started canvassing a wealthy neighborhood. She went to the front door of the first house and asked the owner if he had any jobs for her to do.

"Well, you can paint my porch. How much will you charge?"
The blonde said, "How about 50 dollars?" The man agreed and told her that the paint and ladders that she might need were in the garage. The man's wife, inside the house, heard the conversation and said to her husband, "Does she realize that the porch goes all the way around the house?"
The man replied, "She should. She was standing on the porch."

A short time later, the blonde came to the door to collect her money.
"You're finished already?" he asked. "Yes," the blonde answered, "and I had paint left over, so I gave it two coats. "Impressed, the man reached in his pocket for the $50. "And by the way," the blonde added, "that's not a Porch, it's a Ferrari."

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German condom manufacturer, Condomi, has given the term ‘scantily clad’ new meaning, as they’ve designed shopping bags that radiate an extremely laidback view on sexuality.

The bags have images of women and men dressed in little or no clothes from the waist down, but with their private parts discreetly and interestingly positioned at the handles of each bag. When shoppers carry these bags, it appears as if they are clutching the ‘naughty body bits’.

Seeming as if they were created as mood prods, the line of shopping bags have the ability to get patrons of the Condomi condom stores in the mood to test out their ‘hot’ new purchases. Keeping the bag around the house for recycling purposes – as the new trash receptor or tote for various articles, could also serve as a gentle reminder to re-visit Condomi and its steamy, sexy products.

Reactions to the artwork on these shopping bags have been varied, with many just loving the designs and describing them as quite hilarious. Some people have however expressed the idea that these bags may put shoppers in some parts of the world in trouble with the law.

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By Richie B, host – “HOT MIX” on Hot 102FM

Hype TV Top 20 Singles Chart
TW LW WOC TITLE/ARTISTE/LABEL

01 01 11 Sweep-Elephant Man-Scatta Productions/Kings of Kings (3wks@#1) NM
02 02 07 Million By A Mawning-Vybz Kartel-Don Corleon NM
03 04 19 Rolling Deep-Flippa Mafia-T J Records U-1
04 03 14 No Games-Serani- TJ Records(pp#2) D-1
05 05 16 Burnin, Burnin- Miss Triniti feat. Beenie Man-Unseen Lab NM
06 06 25 More Money-Harry Toddler-Downsound Records(3wks@#1) NM
07 10 04 Weh Dem A Go-Vybz Kartel feat. Jahvinchi-Big Ship U-3
08 07 22 I'm So Special-Mavado-TJ Records (4wks@#1) D-1
09 09 09 Yuh Know Fi Wine-Beenie Man- 357 Records NM
10 08 23 Trailer Load of Money-Vybz Kartel- Adidjaheim Records/ Chimney Records (2wks@#1) D-2

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Strength

I have strength of Spirit, for the power of Spirit is within me.
Through various circumstances of life, I may be called upon to be physically, emotionally, and mentally strong. At these very times, however, I might feel as if I'm not up to giving my best.

My best, though, does come about as I affirm that I was created with unlimited strength of Spirit. Focused upon the indwelling Spirit, I open my mind and body to currents of stamina and strength. My physical strength is renewed. I am able to remain calm in the face of disturbances. I have the confidence and the clear thinking needed to do my best, meeting my responsibilities and embracing opportunities.

I call on this inner strength of Spirit at any time and in any circumstance, for the power of Spirit is within me.
"On the day I called, you answered me, you increased my strength of soul."--Psalm 138:3

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Vincent “Tata” Ford, who is credited with writing the reggae classic hit recorded by Bob Marley called, “No Woman No Cry,” died at the age of 68. The very popular song was released on the 1974 “Natty Dread” album that rose to the top of international charts.

Ford, who ran a soup kitchen, succumbed to complications from diabetes, an affliction that had caused the loss of both his legs. Bob Marley Foundation spokesperson, Paul Kelly told reporters that he passed away at hospital on Sunday, December 28..

Both Ford and the late great Marley lived in the Trench Town area of Kingston in the 1960s; and Ford is also credited for having written three songs on the album, “Rastaman Vibration,” that was released in 1976.

There are accounts that state, Tata was only credited for penning the hit song, “No Woman No Cry,” but Marley actually wrote the song while at Tata’s place. Marley is supposed to have given his good friend credit in order to secure for him, the subsequent royalties.

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Legal secretary Dhaima Brookes recently became a living testament to many quotations, proverbs and honesty policies, when she found and returned a whopping J$1Million at a Portmore ATM.

Of course there are the slim chances that an affiliate of the legal profession would be dishonest; and in this case that notion held true, since despite causing onlookers to spew out angry words, Brookes handed the money over to authorities.

There were some witnesses to the discovery who felt the money, that was reportedly 10 stacks of $1000 bills, should have been possibly shared amongst the people in the mall, instead of turned in. “You found some money, jook out her eye,” a man is reported to have exclaimed in the mall.

By then, Brookes, who happened on the bag of money while attempting to use the ATM herself, had notified another ATM user, who happened to be a female police officer, Michelle Lewis. Together they hurried out of the mall and delivered the find to the Superintendent of Police.

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New Me

Through the renewing spirit of Christ within, I am a new creation.

A new me is emerging this year, and today is the beginning of a journey of discovery. Along the way, I am discovering skills and strengths, pursuing dreams and desires, completing projects and goals.

Everything old is in the past. No limiting conditions are left over. All has become new. Previously untried experiences stimulate my mind and creativity. This is a year of renewal of mind and body, of healing--physically and emotionally.

I joyfully reunite with people and places that have held meaning in my life. New acquaintances enrich my everyday experiences and inspire my progress forward.

I am not the same person I was last year or even yesterday. Through the renewing spirit of Christ within, I am a new creation.

"So if anyone is in Christ, there is a new creation: everything old has passed away; see, everything has become new!"--2 Corinthians 5:17

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HAPPY NEW YEAR

YARDFLEX READERS!!

MAY 2009 BE FILLED WITH

PEACE LOVE HAPPINESS

&

ALL THE BEST OF EVERYTHING

FOR YOU AND YOURS

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Photography By: Petal

Please vote for either Contestant A or B for the hottest Girl of the Week.

Choose the image you like best and vote by placing the letter A or B in your comments..

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By Petal

The annual all White Affair Party held at the Caribbean Showplace in Montego Bay on Christmas Day, was a major success. It was surely amazing to see fans all show up in some form of white attire.

Introtec, Insomniak and D.J. Kentucky kept the patrons on their feet from 10 p.m. Christmas Day to the wee hours of Boxing Day.

Yardflex writer/photographer, Petal was on hand to capture some of the fashions that the patrons wore at the Wild Bunch Promoted event.

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Merciless is not a candidate for ‘clash re-incarnation’ as far as the ‘Original Don Gorgon’, Ninja Man is concerned. He told reporters recently that he has already killed and buried Merciless and has no intention of re-visiting that ‘graveyard’.

At STING 2008, Merciless was by all accounts one of the hottest acts to grace the Jamworld, Portmore stage and he tried in vain to get his ‘clash’ on. Calling out artist after artist, he was not appeased, but told The Star recently that it is not over. “Dis war nuh done, anywhere mi buk him a war,” he declared, referring to his deep desire correct his loss to Ninja Man.

However, Ninja Man is not interested in what he described as clashing with an artist who may well be ready for Heineken Star time, the scene for ‘soon to be retired’ veterans. As far as the Don Gorgon sees it, if an artist hasn’t been in the mix for more than five years, it is time for them to hang up their microphone. Ninja Man said, Merciless has been out of the loop for eight years now. “Mi nah war wid Merciless again, him need to go do some tune,” the original gold teeth front teeth Don Gorgon stated to The Star.

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In their quest to fight and win popular traditional lyrical wars, dancehall artists and their advisors have forgotten to consult the laws in Jamaica that determine what the legal boundaries and rights are for such warriors.

To the surprise of the genres two verbal hot shots, Vybz Kartel and Mavado, it has been reported that police are not only considering filing charges following the 25th anniversary of STING, they have video evidence to support their claims and will definitely be pursuing said charges. According to The Star, crime chief, Detective acting Deputy Superintendent Carl Malcolm said, "Having viewed the tape [of the event], we are now in the process of going full fledge at pursuing charges against Mr Palmer and Mr Brooks and any other entertainer who we find in breach of the act.

The act referred to by the acting Deputy Superintendent is the Town and Communities Act legislated to protect citizens of Jamaica from exposure to profanity and threatening words in particularly the public arena. Kartel and Mavado whose real names are Adidjah Palmer and David Brooks respectively are not the only ones being scrutinized on the videotape. Police are interested in all persons deemed to have violated the law while performing on the STING stage at Jamworld in Portmore last Friday.

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Faith

My focus is on faith, and my way is clear.
Watching a parade, I hear the upbeat cadence of the next marching band in the distance. I wait and watch. Then the school banner, held high, appears. This standard introduces the band members, who are confidently following behind.

Just as students choose a leader they can trust to carry the flag high, I choose my faith in God to lead me through any situation. Faith leads me through all circumstances and is with me at journey's end.

I trust that with God I can do all things. My faith goes before me, and I follow, assured that I am on my right path, certain that my route is safe, and secure that all needs are met. I move forward with my focus on faith, and my way is clear.

"By faith Abraham obeyed when he was called to set out for a place that he was to receive as an inheritance; and he set out, not knowing where he was going."--Hebrews 11:8

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