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A dull future for youths In Guyana International Youth Day will be observed On August 12, 2016, under the theme ‘The Road to 2030: Eradicating Poverty and Achieving Sustainable Consumption and Production.’ According to a release from the United Nations (UN), this year’s observance is about achieving the 2030 agenda for sustainable development. It focuses on the leading role of young people in ensuring poverty eradication and achieving sustainable development through sustainable consumption and production. The release further stated that sustainable consumption entails the use of products and services that meet the basic needs of communities while safeguarding the needs of future generations. The development and promotion of individual choices and actions that increase the ecoefficiency of consumption of all and minimize waste and pollution is critical to achieving equitable socioeconomic development. In Guyana, youths have a plethora of problems facing them, such as drugs, unemployment, suicide, peer pressure, school dropout, teenage pregnancy, alcohol, and crime. Guyana has a youthful population with 486,142 persons between the ages of 15-65 but there is no policy in place by the government to tackle major issues facing a youthful Guyana. Head of State David Granger had recently made it known that it is difficult for the more than 4,000 youths, who drop out of school annually to find jobs.

Granger stressed that ways have to be found to ensure that children qualify themselves at school to prepare for the job market. “Once they qualify it will be easier for them to move into fields which I think could lead to self-employment.” Employment is not something to be provided by the government. There is self-employment and we are working with the villages to generate more employment in those villages but it is going to be agrobased employment,” he added. The 2015 general elections campaign manifesto of the APNU+AFC states: “The aim of your new government is to create jobs, jobs and more jobs in the shortest time possible.

Our young people cannot wait “five more years” for jobs for which they could be adequately trained and could get better pay and greater job satisfaction. At Thursday’s 41st sitting of the National Assembly,

Opposition Member of Parliament, Dr. Vidhya Persaud, led the opposition’s speech on the number of suicide cases in Guyana. Dr. Persaud in her speech laid out reasons such as the stagnant economy, unemployment rate, poor condition of the rice industry, “shameful and indiscriminate” firing of individuals whose livelihood depend on it. In addition to those mentioned above Dr. Persaud went as far to say that the plan to impose the parking meters as a way of merciless taxation is also a reason for the current suicide rate.

After sitting through the presentation, Minister of Social Protection, Volda Lawrence refuted the claims, noting that the opposition’s presentation lacked evidence to support the points they had set forth, her motion was denied. According to Wikipedia, suicide in Guyana is a serious social problem, as Guyana is ranked first in suicides per capita worldwide. About 40% of people who commit suicide in Guyana poison themselves by consuming agricultural pesticides.

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New State Prosecutor appointed to Westford & Cummings case A new State Prosecutor attached to the Chambers of the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has been assign to take the lead in the case against former Public Service Minister, Dr. Jennifer Westford, and her personal secretary Margaret Cummings. The women are jointly facing 24 simple larceny charges. The charges allege that between August 2011 and April 2015, while being employed in the Public Service of the Government of Guyana, they stole the sum of $639.4M belonging to the state.

Prosecutor Tashanna Lake was assigned to be the new Prosecutor on the case. In the last court appearance, Attorney at law, Neil Boston who is part of Westford's defense, informed the court that outstanding statements from a witness were not made available to the team and this would affect the team’s capacity to properly defend Westford and Cummings.

He then made an application for continuance in order for the statements to be made available to them which was supported by the then police prosecutor, Neville Jeffers after which it was granted by Magistrate Latchman. The change in lead comes at a time when some attorneys raised concern about how well a police prosecutor can prosecute persons in cases relating to the State since these prosecutors lack training and experience in comparison to well-trained attorneys. -By- Pablo Cupido, Dr. Jennifer Westford (File Photo) Guyana Daily News.

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Guyana, a failing State During the recent sitting of the National Assembly, Junior Minister of Public Infrastructure, Annette Furgerson, made it categorically clear that her government will not accept the findings of the Walter Rodney Commission of Inquiry. She stated that the Rodney inquiry will discredit the “longstanding political organization” of the People’s National Congress (PNC) and will “foster disunity” in Guyana. In her statements, the Minister pushed her Party’s agenda to bamboozle the Guyanese public into believing that in order to foster national unity in Guyana, the people must forget the horrific past of the PNC Burnham’s era. The struggle of the past leaders like Dr. Rodney and Dr. Jagan who fought relentlessly to stop the dictatorship of Burnham must be forgotten. She also noted that the Guyanese people must forget that President David Granger was once at the helm of the Military under President Burnham’s leadership, where human rights were trampled upon and disregarded, where free speech was curtailed by the regime. The Honorable Minister is also telling the Guyanese people to forget that current Foreign Affairs Minister, Carl Greenidge was once Finance Minister under the PNC regime led by President Burnham, where the country became the most indebted in the hemisphere.

She is also saying that the country must forget that the judicial system also became synonymous with PNC sympathizers and members and as early as 1968, persons who were not in favor of Burnham had to leave the country and practice their profession in other countries, One such person was J.A. Luckhoo Jr. (the first Guyanese to hold the post of Chief Justice, 1960). It was also necessary for the head of the judicial system, or attorney general, to favor Burnham’s opinions and ideology. The PNC presence in the judicial system was marked by the flying of the PNC flag on the Court of Appeals building. According to Guyana under siege- (The Guyana Broadcasting Corporation (GBC) and the Daily Chronicle, Guyana’s primary newspaper, fell under the direct governance of the PNC. Newsprint for other papers, primarily for the PPP, was seized, especially at elections.

Two Trade Orders (no. 86 of 1971 and no. 86 of 1972) infringed the freedom of expression once guaranteed under the Article 12(1) of the constitution. Although cost for damages was awarded to the New Guyana Company (publisher or the Mirror), in 1998-79, the court found that the fundamental right to import newsprint was not an essential part of the right to free expression). The Minister would also like Guyanese to forget how the Military raided houses, confiscated food items, like flour, sardines, dhall; how the Military harassed innocent people especially those in the rive rain areas like Karawab in the Upper Pomeroon River. One resident who is still alive and remember those days related to the Guyana Daily News that, “during the Burnham era, soldiers would come up in our village and rape our daughters and eat our food out, we would have to hide far in the Backdam when we hear soldiers coming, because our village

was PPP”. The APNU+AFC Coalition has failed miserably to foster social cohesion; the main reason being the PNC which controls the government continues to foster cultural and political violence, which started in 1992, where Guyana had its first free and fair elections. The PPP/C failed miserably to conduct the Walter Rodney COI when they assented to power in 1992. Justice would have been secured for all the victims who suffered racial and political discrimination at the hands of the PNC dictatorship. The PNC is adamant in erasing the political history of Guyana. The Minister must not expect that a country that was engulfed in racial and political discrimination to accept and forget the remains of the past, which still dictates the pace of development. The PNC must accept and admit its crime against humanity during the 28 years of rigged elections and criminal past, its racial and political discrimination and sucking of the economy and treasury dry. Guyana cannot move on. This smoke screen of National Unity will remain a myth. The People of Guyana must forgive the PNC of its crimes, this country will continue to be divided and until Furgerson understands and acknowledges this, the call for national unity will lack essence and it will be words in the wind. History is about to repeat itself.

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Indigenous Affairs Month 2016 launched

This year’s heritage month celebrations was launched on Friday at the Umana Yana in Kingston under the theme “Our culture, Earth’s Future-save the environment, live the indigenous way.” This is in keeping with the government’s green economy initiative and this year’s heritage village is at Mainstay/Whyaka, Region Two, PomeroonSupenaam.

The celebration was launched by Minister of Indigenous People’s Affairs Sydney Allicock, who commended the outstanding Amerindian people who have made significant contributions to the history and culture of Guyana. In his address at the launching, the Minster underscored the reason for land titling for the country’s first people, stating that while many question the reason Amerindians are given land, it is important to note that, “giving indigenous rights, to lands were a guarantee that the forest which stores carbon and contributes to food security would continue to exist.”

Allicock added that the country’s first people preserve and protect the forest; they contribute to Guyana’s position among the top countries in the fight against global warming. The Minister further noted that during the month-long celebrations, it is important for Amerindians to remember their roots, struggles and achievements.

“We must always be proud of who we are, where we came from and all the significant contributions of our people to Guyana,” Minister Allicock said. The celebrations will commence with an inter-faith service on Thursday, September 1, 2016 at the Umana Yana and will continue with the traditional, games, art exhibition, school lectures, educational school tours, Heritage village, sports, and food and craft exhibition, cultural extravaganza, and heritage dinner among other annual events. -By- Pablo Cupido, Guyana Daily News.

A Day Like Today A day like today would make the name of Hiroshima be remembered as one of the saddest reference in history.

On August 6, 1945, the American B-29 bomber, named the ‘Enola Gay’ would drop ‘Little Boy’, one of the two atomic bombs that were available to be used against Japan by the United States.

The bombing was the result of tensions between the Empire of Japan and the United Stated as World War II Allies, tension that would unravel the ‘Pacific War’. After Japan denied its surrender, the United States government took extreme measures to end the war which caused numerous casualties to the northern nation. President Harry. S Truman wasn’t going allow any other soldier to fall, due to the conflict.

The bomb was dropped at early hours in the morning. The detonation killed approximately 80,000 people, 35,000 were injured and 60,000 more will be dead by the end of the year as effect of the radioactive residue in their system. The second bomb, named ‘Fat Man’ was dropped over Nagasaki, on August 09, killing between 60,000 to 80,000 persons. Japan had no option but surrender, and so it did. One of the most radical measures used in history to end a conflict, up to this day. http://www.history.com/this-day-in-history

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City cleanup campaign neglected It all started with a big bang, after the APNU+AFC coalition took office on May 15, 2016, Georgetown underwent operation “clean up" and saw the local and international business community getting on board to assist in the beautification of the city. From the cutting down of the tall grasses and bushes in the Le Repentir cemetery, to the cleaning of every drain and canal in the city, it was a sight to see.

The government also implemented the ban on Styrofoam to aid with the cleanup exercise and the question was raised as to whether the ban on Styrofoam products is in effect because the drains are still clogged and all the restaurant are still using Styrofoam boxes.

It was also reported that at the recent ministerial visit to the mining town of Linden, food was served in these boxes. The Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) should be refusing and not processing the declaration of any product which are found to be Styrofoam based, however, this product is currently being smuggled into Guyana from Suriname.

Penalties for crimes committed against the ban include a fine of no less than GY$50,000 for importation and manufacture and if businesses are found prepackaging food in said ‘Styro’ products, they can be issued a warning or a fine of no less than GY$100,000. The EPA believes that the banning of Styrofoam products will see a decrease in litter over a period of time since the alternatives will biodegrade but this is not the case, it is evident that Styrofoam boxes are being used in majority of the restaurants in Guyana, and the relevant authorities pay no mind to this lawlessness.

Was this a façade? The drains are beginning to clog with Styrofoam boxes and cups, the bushes have grown taller than they were, the staff who worked for this exercise have not been paid by the embattled City Council. “I have listened to stories of bills that are to be paid which are now beyond late; of children who are depending on their parents to bring home a meal; and others lacking the means to get to back home among other narratives.

Our workers are demoralized and this reward for their labor is untenable! We MUST do better!!!” Deputy Mayor Duncan was quoted as saying. Some of the officials at the Mayor and City Council continue to find and introduce newer methods such as the container tax and parking meters as a means of obtaining more money from the Guyanese people in an attempt to make Georgetown and its environs a better place, the officials might have forgotten about their employees who are still awaiting their salaries.

This has not been the first time this year something of this nature has happened as earlier in the year, there were indications out of the M&CC that they were unable to pay garbage companies who they were in debt to in excess of $150M, together with being unable to pay their staff. Will they go back to the “Green” days? Will the efforts to make the capital city great again sustained? Was it all in vain? Will the City Council sustain this venture amidst rampant corruption? -By- Ronald Singh, Guyana Dialy News.

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Forbes Burnham was the author of social cohesion, architect of national unity -President Granger pays tribute on the late President’s 31st death anniversary

To us, the Amerindians are important. To us, the Chinese are important. To us, the Portuguese are important. To us, the Europeans are important. To us, the mixed races are important. To us, the Africans are important. To us, the Indians are important. In short, all Guianese are important and valued members of our community and we cherish them and consider that, as a Government, it is our duty and privilege to guard, protect and further the real interests of all.” President Granger said that the sentiments and precepts adumbrated in this statement by Mr. Burnham over 50 years ago are permanent and paramount today as his Administration proceeds along the path of national unity and social integration.

“It is our Government’s duty today, as it was fifty years ago, to protect the interests of all and not of some. The people cannot be imprisoned in ethnic enclaves. The people are not the property of one or other political party. Forbes Burnham’s ideas were for all time and for all Guyanese… We recall Forbes Burnham’s wise counsel of cohesion today, whenever the voices of divisiveness are raised; wherever the hand of hostility tries to hit and hurt our vulnerable citizens and by whosoever peddles the propaganda of separateness among our people,” the President said.

President David Granger delivering remarks at the memorial ceremony to mark the 31st death anniversary of Guyana's first Executive President, Linden Forbes Sampson Burnham He said that Mr. Burnham was devoted to the task of rebuilding a society that was free of discrimination, distrust and disorder, determined to destroy the bastions of prejudice, social injustice and inequality, vices, which sustained a stagnant colony and dedicated to p r o v i d i n g equal opportunities to all citizens to enable them to develop their talents. Similar sentiments were expressed by Minister of Social Cohesion, Amna Ally, who, in a brief comment said Forbes Burnham always advanced the concepts of working together and of national unity. She said that a good example of Burnham’s policy on inclusivity is the coalition he forged between the PNC and the United Force. Minister Ally indicated that there is greater awareness across the country, with regard to the need for social cohesion and credited this to the administration’s policy and the work of her Ministry, which has embarked on a sensitisation campaign.

“They [Guyanese] have begun to see the importance of us working together.

They have begun to see the importance of bridging the gaps so that we can foster social cohesion in our communities. They are seeing the benefits...” the Minister said. She informed that her Ministry is currently engaged in a number of projects such as training programmes in the various regions. The Ministry is also working closely with religious organisations, youths and nongovernmental organisations all with the aim of fostering a more cohesive Guyanese society. Meanwhile, Alistair Sonaram, who was one of those who attended the wreath laying ceremony described the late President as a visionary, a fighter and a true leader. He said that he believes strongly that if Mr. Burnham was alive today, Guyanese would have been living in a more cohesive society rather than being segregated on the basis of ethnicity. He said that citizens need to stop looking at the colour of each other’s skin and see themselves as one. “Colour should not matter in our nation, we have lost our way in that sense and if we are to live together, we have to accept each other for who we are.” Dakarai Griffith a member of the Guyana Youth and Student Movement said that growing up he heard a lot about Forbes Burnham’s ideologies and strict method of leadership. “He the foundation for Guyana and made Guyana what it is today and I believe that this Government will make Guyana the breadbasket of the Caribbean, which was Burnham’s vision,” he said. Speaking about Mr. Burnham’s contribution to racial harmony in Guyana, Griffith said that the in a country with so many different ethnic groups, Guyana cannot afford to be divided. He said that he is currently in the process of setting up a non-governmental organisation to educate the young generation on Forbes Burnham’s ideologies and legacy. Linden Forbes Sampson Burnham served Prime Minister of Guyana from 1964 and as President from 1980 until the time of his death in 1985 at the age of 62. He was a lawyer, a politician, a fierce freedom fighter and a father of six children.

From right: General Secretary of the PNC, Mr. Oscar Clarke, President David Granger, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr. Carl Greenidge, Minister of Indigenous People's Affairs, Mr. Sydney Allicock, and Minister of Social Cohesion, Ms. Amna Ally at the memorial ceremony for the late Linden Forbes Sampson Burnham

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Guyanese artist, Marlon Forrest: “Flow, Rhythm, Space�

Guyanese talents are spread all over the globe. With the constant migration of nationals towards other latitudes, it is common to walk around foreign cities and collide with someone who happened to be from your mother land, or even your neighborhood. This was the motive that triggered the idea for an exhibition that could bring together artists with a common origin, initiative that organizer, and Guest Curator, Grace Aneiza Ali, put into motion. The Un Fixed Homeland exhibition, took place at the Aljira Centre for Contemporary Art, in New Jersey and it was the gunpowder needed for these collaborations to happen. Guyanese artist of the diaspora met at the on-going show. continued on next page...

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Guyanese artist, Marlon Forrest...con’t...

Vitualament Sculpture, Archival Pieces that mirrored the artist views of the reality lived were and are still on display. As a virtual visitor of the exhibition, one in particular caught my attention – the “Vitualamen Sculpture” – which is an archival print from Marlon Forrest.

To the eye of the spectator, the piece expresses the abstract union between sports and the black male body, a simple context that enhances the piece. The artist, Mr. Forrester is a Guyanese born, raised in Boston. His career as an artist was solidified after graduating from School of the Museum of Fine Arts Boston in 2008 and Yale School of Art in 2010.

These two prestigious institutions contributed to the foundation for Forrester’s career. Currently he practices as a lecturer in the School of the Museum of Fine Arts Boston. The black male body is the direct reflection of centuries of fights, and adaptation. The body as a form of expression is what captivates Forrester’s vision, which he reflects in his paintings, geometrical collages, and sculptures. Art submerged in a unique bond, his passion for basketball, gives the spicy twist to Forrester’s work. Basketball not merely treated as a scoring activity of two teams, but as the mirror of a direct connection between human and object.

The manifestation of motion is fundamental. Not only capturing a contemporary momentum, but used as an historical timeline. The Race as a voice, a mute and powerful voice is utilized, not as a tool or an asset, but as a path of communication. His more recent work has been focused in public integration. The easy stimulation by play, of social behavior, in today’s dominating individual culture; a social experiment with an artistic angle. The exhibition named ‘Work with Me’ took place at Montreal College of Arts, using geometry as the main character, and a basketball court as the topic.

Tape and vinyl were the main tools used to give ‘shape’ to the project.

Drawing paths, and untold ‘rules’ on the surface of the gallery, passively inciting the audience’s participation. What started as a blank salon, became a net of lines that connected ideas that in the beginning looked scattered. A reflection of the accomplishment that can be reached through a single spark, to ignite social motivation. Marlon Forrest’s work is a call for equality, stimulating the creative side of darken times, were identity and future are yet to be defined.

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Three more towns to be established in Guyana President David Granger has announced plans to create three more towns in the coming years in Guyana. The President made the announcement on Friday at the unveiling of a support and oil spill cleanup vessel owned by GAICO Construction and General Services. President Granger stated that these plans are part of an effort to promote economic activity in the country and to target Caribbean and South American markets while still sustaining the local demand. “With the revitalization of local democracy we expect these hubs to reinforce links to new markets within the country and beyond into the Caribbean,” he said. The Head of State said he expects that manufacturers and service providers will extend their reach to markets in South America and the Caribbean with the help of the CARICOM Single Market and Economy. “These towns in turn will trigger economic activity, the development of a single economy and the perfecting of the Single Market within CARICOM, CSME, will provide an enlarged market for local goods, local services and investments.” The President noted that the government is planning to rectify this the over the next three years and that every single region will have a regional capital. He also said regional capitals would be established in the three major coastal regions; Region Three (West Demerara-Essequibo Islands), Region Four (Demerara- Mahaica) and Region Five (MahaicaBerbice). Prior the Local government elections, the government of Guyana established four new towns; Bartica, Mabaruma, Lethem and Mahdia although Mahdia is not currently functioning as a municipality as intended. Meanwhile, the President mentioned the need for Guyana to have a diversified economy in order to reduce its dependence on primary products such as rice, sugar, gold etc. President Granger has previously proposed the need for capital towns to operate as self-sufficient municipalities that generate its own revenue and services to their citizens.

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7 cases confirmed As T&T remains on heightened alert against Zika, it has been discovered that the virus can also present itself as the Guillain–Barré syndrome (GBS), a rapid-onset muscle weakness caused by the immune system damaging the peripheral nervous system. Dr Clive Tilluckdharry, acting chief medical officer, said yesterday that annually there were about two cases of GBS reported, but since January this year to date this figure has tripled, as there were now seven cases of people being infected, the majority of which were admitted to the Eric Williams Medical Sciences Complex, Mt Hope. Tilluckdharry made the statement at a press conference at the Ministry of Health’s Park Street, Port-of-Spain, headquarters yesterday. To date there have been some 215 confirmed Zika cases, but the number of suspected cases is much higher. He said feedback from the National Surveillance Unit also showed there were 176 suspected Zika cases, but this figure was most definitely much higher. Saying that GBS could happen after any acute infection, Tilluckdharry added, “I have seen it years ago where one or two dengue cases present with Guillain–Barré syndrome. It also presented with seizures, epilepsy.” He said Zika could be a mild disease but it could present in many ways, the majority of it being without any symptoms. “There are cases of high fever, muscle and joint pains and rash, but we have to take all precautionary measures against the transmission of diseases by mosquitoes,” Tilluckdharry said. It was also revealed that 78 women had been diagnosed with Zika and that two women had given birth to babies while they had the virus. However, Medical Chief of Staff at Mt Hope Women's Hospital (MHWH), Dr Karen Sohan, said the babies were reported to be normal. She said brain scans performed on the two babies born in March and last week respectively had not revealed any abnormalities. It was also announced that there were five confirmed cases of chikungunya while dengue cases to date stood at 25. And like Zika, Tilluckdharry said the suspected cases of these viruses were also higher, as there were 93 suspected cases of ChikV. He said when ChikV first surfaced in this country in 2014 there were 340 confirmed cases, but now there were some sporadic cases. In 2014 there were just over 5,000 dengue cases and in 2015, 1,600 reported cases. What was even more frightening, Tilluckdharry said, was that in Brazil, the Zika virus was detected in the salivary glands of the Culex mosquito and in T&T over 90 per cent of the mosquitoes belong to that group. Dr Roshan Parsaram, specialist medical officer in the Insect Vector Control, said there have been increased intersectoral collaborations specifically with the 14 regional corporations through the establishment of a technical committee. He said technical guidance was also provided regarding pesticide use and vector control activities. Parsaram said a “state-of-the art geographical system” for the Insect Vector Control Division was expected to be finalised within the next quarter and would

assist the division to examine, in real time, disease trends as well as vector habitats and potential breeding sites so as to improve operational efficiency. Symptoms of GBS GBS symptoms include weakness of the arms and legs and, in severe cases, can affect the muscles that control breathing. These symptoms can last a few weeks or several months. Most people fully recover from GBS, though some people have permanent damage. Very few people die from GBS. Source—Centres for Disease Control and Prevention, US Private testing poor Health Minister Terrence Deyalsingh, who had been recently diagnosed with dengue, said yesterday that people should be wary of going to private facilities to test for Zika. He said this was especially so for pregnant women, as some of these institutions may not be properly equipped to do such testing. He said the public hospitals had the requisite tests with the requisite sensitivity to detect the Zika virus. “So these false negative tests...you want to avoid that and the Caribbean Public Health Agency is the only institution in Trinidad that has the PCR test (Polymerase Chain Reaction),” Deyalsingh added.

PCR is used to reproduce (amplify) selected sections of DNA or RNA for analysis. Deyalsingh said as countries around the world continued to grapple with lack of resources, it was improbable to test this country’s entire population for Zika as focus continued on the most vulnerable. On global reports that Zika may be sexually transmitted, Deyalsingh said in larger countries with a much larger population this was detected in a few instances, not in smaller countries like T&T. (Trinidad Guardian)

Medical Entomologist in Insect Vector Control Division, Dr Mario Raul, left, shows Health Minister Terrence Deyalsingh a container filled with Aedes Aegypti mosquitoes during yesterday's weekly health press conference in Port-of-Spain. PHOTO: NICOLE DRAYTON

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Jeers for Brazil president dampen Olympic joy RIO DE JANEIRO, Brazil (AFP) - The Maracana stadium erupted in jeers as Brazil's unpopular interim president Michel Temer opened the Rio Olympics on Friday -- and the hostility spread far beyond the sports venue. The colourful opening ceremony in the famous football stadium was meant to be Brazil's moment of coming together as first host of the Olympics in South America. The booing in response to Temer's less than 15 second statement put an end to that. Temer, who took over in May when impeachment proceedings started against elected leftist president Dilma Rousseff, said: "After this marvelous spectacle, I declare the Rio Olympic Games open." For opponents, who believe the impeachment process is a centre right coup, this was their cue. Jeering spread around the stadium -- until a loud barrage of fireworks went off, drowning protesters out. But if the show went on inside, there was no way to disguise the downbeat, even angry mood among Rio residents outside the stadium. After a day in which anti-Temer protesters blocked traffic along iconic Copacabana beach and clashed with riot police outside the Maracana, the live coverage of the ceremony did little to raise the many Brazilians' spirits. At the Smelly Goat Bar, just outside the Maracana, there were bitter yells every time the television showed Temer in the stadium. "Son of a bitch!" yelled a woman when he spoke. Few people in the crowded bar even paid much attention to the televised extravaganza happening a block from their homes. Only the fireworks, which shot above the roofs of the neighbourhood sparked real excitement. "I couldn't care at all about the ceremony," said office administrator Patricia Palma, 43. "It's always the same things they show and it's just a lot of money taken out if our pockets." "I prefer to come here to have a beer and be with my family." The downbeat reaction mirrored a generally depressed mood in Rio, despite it being a city known for music, sport and joyous carnivals. Many Cariocas, as residents are called, say that their city faces crushing economic problems, poor infrastructure and crime -- and that the Olympics have benefited mostly the rich. Palma criticized the city's failure to keep its promise when bidding for the Olympics

to control horrific pollution in the Bay of Guanabara, where sailing events will take place. "They failed and that tells me that this was all just a way for corrupt politicians to steal more," said Palma, who was sharing a pork sandwich and a beer with her 20-year-old daughter. Even the most enthusiastic spectators in the bar -- two friends who'd come up from Sao Paulo for the Games -- had mixed feelings. "I wish I was in there, I wish I could have got a ticket!" said Amelia Didier, 43, suddenly rushing out into the street to look at fireworks that she'd just seen on the live television coverage.

"It's a sports feast for all the countries of the world, a great mix of cultures," Didier, an economist, said. But when asked if the euphoria would mean lasting change for Brazil, her face fell. "No, no," she said. "Because to put on these Games they robbed more than they put in. Very sadly, it will all come at a high cost for Brazil." (Jamaica Observer)

Brazil's interim president Michel Temer (centre)

First shipment of natural gas arrives in Jamaica KINGSTON, Jamaica – The Jamaica Public Service (JPS) has announced the arrival of liquefied natural gas (LNG) to be used for electricity generation at the Bogue plant in Montego Bay. In a statement this evening the company said that the introduction of gas represents a historic milestone for Jamaica, as the nation pursues energy diversification and the expansion of its energy sector. “JPS is proud to be partnering with New Fortress Energy to lead the introduction of natural gas to Jamaica,” JPS President Kelly Tomblin said. “The country has been trying to achieve fuel diversity for a long time, and 2016 represents the year that it has really happened, with the introduction of gas, grid-scale solar, and the addition of significant wind capacity to the grid.

Natural gas will play a key role in transforming the energy sector, while supporting industrial development and economic growth. We are definitely on the threshold of great things for Jamaica and the region,” she added.

Just a year ago, New Fortress Energy signed an

agreement with JPS to supply LNG for Jamaica’s 120megawatt power plant at Bogue. Earlier this year, the power plant was converted to run on gas as well as Automotive Diesel Oil (ADO). (Jamaica Observer)

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Cheaper spectacles for library users In order to read you need good vision. And the National Library and Locations are in Port-of-Spain, West Mall, Price Plaza, Valsayn, Information System (Nalis) has partnered with eye care specialists, Arima, Trincity, Chaguanas and San Fernando. (Trinidad Guardian) Optometrists Today, to help library card holders get corrective vision.

Elizabeth Mahadeo, executive director of Nalis, said yesterday it was a historic event that no other library system has entered a partnership with an optical company to promote library services. Yesterday, a Memorandum of Understanding was signed between Nalis and Optometrists Today at Nalis, Hart and Abercromby Streets, Port-ofSpain. “Libraries have existed in T&T since 1851. “They continue to play a key role in impacting literacy levels, influencing national development, bridging the digital divide and levelling the playing field between the rich and the poor,” she said. Mahadeo said that Nalis was mindful that with reduced incomes many families had to make adjustments and decide on spending only on food and shelter. The partnership allows library card holders to get a 20 per cent discount.

Acting executive director of the Optometrists Today general manager Theresa Alexis said we were all National Library and Information System Authority, Elizabeth Mahadeo, left, and Theresa Alexis, living in an age where we were exposed to electronic devices all day Optometrists Today’s general manger, long. Alexis said that the relationship between eye health and the during yesterday’s signing of the MOU neurological processes with reading were obvious. Optometrists at the National Library in Port-of-Spain.

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Man accused of killing cop walks free As a senior magistrate freed the man charged with the murder of Police Constable Anil Persad who was shot in the forest during a police exercise, she heavily criticised the police evidence in the matter. Rio Claro resident Manickchand Rajaram who was also charged with other offences arising from the May 2011 murder walked out of the Rio Claro Magistrates Court a free man on Thursday after Magistrate Armina Deonarinesingh upheld a nocase submission made by defence attorney Ashton Diananth. In giving her decision, Deonarinesigh said there were too many holes in the police evidence and too many questions were left unanswered. Rajaram was arrested and charged two years after Persad was shot and after his mother, Radica Maharaj-Persad, led a public campaign demanding justice for her son’s death. She had questioned whether her son was accidentally shot by one of his own colleagues and they were afraid to tell the truth. Ruling that a prima facie case had not been made out against Rajaram, the magistrate said she was not satisfied with the evidence as too many questions were left unanswered. While she thanked state prosecutor Sarah de Silva for her comprehensive and eloquent submissions, the magistrate said the evidence was discredited and unreliable.The magistrate added it was clear from the police complainant ASP Hendron Moses’ demeanour that the case was just handed to him and he did what he did. She added that it was not the court’s duty to connect the dots. Moses was among 12 police witnesses and a scientific officer who gave evidence in the preliminary inquiry, which began last year. Rajaram was charged in 2013 with Persad’s murder, six counts of shooting with intent, possession of arms and ammunition and possession

of 39 kilogrammes of marijuana for the purpose of trafficking.

Persad was killed during a marijuana eradication exercise in the Cushe/Charuma forest on May 12, 2011. The state’s case was that Persad, who had nine years experience, was among a party of police officers who was fired upon by one of five men who were tending marijuana plants in the forest. The police alleged the shooter was Rajaram. Persad turned to run and was shot in the back. Police returned fire killing two of the men identified as Teeleckchand Arjoon, 46, and Jagdeo Seecharan, 47. The other two men ran off. Persad, who was attached to the Rio Claro Police Station, was airlifted some two hours later to the San Fernando General Hospital where he subsequently died. An autopsy found he bled to death. Three guns, five buckets of marijuana and several marijuana trees were tendered into evidence during the inquiry at the end of which Diananth made the no-case submission. (Trinidad Guardian)

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Syrian rebels 'seize key town Manbij from IS'

A US-backed alliance of Kurdish and Arab fighters has seized most of a key Syrian city from so-called Islamic State (IS), activists and commanders say. Manbij is situated at an intersection of roads just south of the Turkish border. It has been under IS control for more than two years. Small numbers of IS militants are still resisting, using civilians as human shields, the alliance says.

The Syria Democratic Forces (SDF), a coalition of US-backed fighters including the powerful Kurdish YPG militia, launched a campaign to retake the northern city two months ago. They were backed by US-led air strikes on IS positions. After some heavy fighting, Manbij was encircled and completely cut off in June. Dozens of civilians, including 11 children, were reportedly killed in US-led air strikes in July as they fled a village near the city.

Road links Now, says a report from the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, a UK-based group that relies on updates from people inside Syria, IS is being pushed out. An SDF commander, Adnan Abu-Amjad, said his forces were "advancing cautiously" into the city and had taken over 80% of the town. The main obstacle was that IS was using civilians as human shields. He said the "small groups" of militants that remained had been surrounded by SDF soldiers. Mr Abu-Amjad said that between 10,000 and 15,000 civilians were left in areas under IS control, and his forces were working to avoid any harm to civilians.

The roads in Manbij link the IS stronghold of Raqqa to some parts of the Turkish border and other areas under its control in Aleppo province. The routes have become key to the group's ability to move fighters, weapons and supplies in and out of Syria.

Neighbouring Aleppo, meanwhile, is currently the site of a major battle as rebel groups try to break a

By July when this photograph was taken, the US-backed alliance already had partial government siege. (BBC) control of Manbij(REUTERS)

Donald Trump relents over Paul Ryan re-election

US presidential candidate Donald Trump has publicly backed House Speaker Paul Ryan days after snubbing him in a spat at the top of the Republican Party. Mr Trump shocked party members on Tuesday when he refused to endorse Mr Ryan and Senator John McCain in their campaigns for re-election in November. Mr Ryan, the party's highest-ranking elected official, had himself long delayed endorsing Mr Trump.

"I support and endorse our Speaker... Paul Ryan," Mr Trump said on Friday. "We need unity - we have to win this election," Mr Trump said during a campaign stop in Green Bay, Wisconsin - Mr Ryan's home state. While they might "disagree on a couple of things", they agreed on a lot as well, he added. He also endorsed Sen McCain and New Hampshire Sen Kelly Ayotte. In his earlier interview for the Washington Post, Mr Trump had said he was "just not quite there yet" when asked if he would endorse Mr Ryan and Arizona Sen McCain. It was the same phrase used by Mr Ryan before he finally endorsed the Republican presidential candidate. Mr Ryan and Sen McCain had both criticised Mr Trump's attacks on the bereaved parents of a US Muslim soldier killed in Iraq. The soldier, Humayun Khan, was killed by a car bomb in 2004 in Iraq at the age of 27. Donald Trump is drawing tens of thousands to his rallies. While this may be irrelevant in a national electorate that numbers in the hundreds of millions, the adulation of crowds is catnip to even the most jaded of candidates. Then there's the torrent of money that Mr Trump has unleashed - more than $80m (£61m) in July, thanks to a flood of small-donor contributions. Presidential hopefuls with enthusiastic audiences and campaign coffers full of cash aren't prone to humble exits. Ever since Mr Trump descended that golden escalator to announce his candidacy last July, his campaign has been a roller-coaster ride for the Republican establishment, alternating between reluctant acceptance and sky-is-falling hysteria. This week has marked one of the more pronounced troughs in this journey, but the general election sprint is only just beginning. There may still be peaks of resigned accommodation ahead. If Mr Trump can get back on message with a few carefully modulated speeches and at least a handful of news cycles without outrageous statements, the polls could again narrow to within a more typical partisan split. There's nothing the media like more than a good candidate comeback story. (BBC) Donald Trump: "I support and endorse Paul Ryan"

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South Africa's governing African National Congress has been defeated by the opposition Democratic Alliance in local polls in the capital Pretoria. The DA took 43% of the vote compared with the ANC's 41% in Tshwane, the municipality that includes Pretoria. The DA will need to form a coalition in order to secure control there. The two major parties are also locked in a tight race to control the country's largest city, Johannesburg. The ANC has also lost Nelson Mandela Bay metropolitan area in the Eastern Cape, which includes Port Elizabeth, to the DA. End of racial politics? It is the ANC's worst electoral performance since it was elected to power at the end of apartheid and the replacement of white minority rule by democracy in 1994, and the first time since then that it has lost control of the capital.

The DA has won 93 seats in Tshwane while the ANC is second with 89 seats in the 214-seat municipal council. Observers say a host of corruption scandals and internal party squabbles are to blame for the ANC's decline. The South African economy has stagnated since 2008's global financial crisis, and the country has one of the highest rates of economic inequality in the world. Revelations that upgrades to President Jacob Zuma's private home were funded with $20m of public money caused an outcry. The Constitutional Court recently instructed Mr Zuma to reimburse the state $507,000. The municipal election result is probably the biggest wake-up call the governing ANC has received since it ushered in democracy in South Africa in 1994. Clearly the ANC still commands huge support across the country but that support is waning. It can no longer take it for granted that the black majority will blindly follow it. A good example is in the Nelson Mandela Bay municipality, won by the DA, which has a rich history of anti-apartheid struggle. Its new DA mayor is Athol Trollip, who is white. Twenty-two years after the end of apartheid, black

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people are now voting on issues and not on race. Mr Trollip, who speaks fluent Xhosa, would not be where he is if the vast majority of black people had not voted for him. Grey line The party of late President Mandela, the icon of the struggle against apartheid, still commands strong support with about 54% of the national vote. The DA has received about 27%, while the radical Economic Freedom Fighters party - contesting local elections for the first time - has taken about 8%. The DA's leader, 36-year-old Mmusi Maimane, told reporters: "For far too long, the ANC has governed South Africa with absolute impunity." He added that the idea that his party - which has its roots in the non-ANC opposition to apartheid - was a white one had been "completely shattered". The ANC said it would "reflect and introspect where our support has dropped". (BBC)

DA leader Mmusi Maimane: "For far too long, the ANC has governed South Africa with absolute impunity"(AP)

France Rouen: Fire kills 13 at birthday party in bar A fire that killed 13 people at a bar in the French city of Rouen was caused by someone carrying a birthday cake with lighted candles, police say. Officials believe the person tripped on stairs leading to the basement. They say soundproofing material on the ceiling of the basement at the Cuba Libre bar burned and emitted toxic gas in the early hours of Saturday. Most of the young people who died were killed by this gas. Six others were hurt.

One is in a critical condition. Interior Minister Bernard Cazeneuve said more than 50 firefighters were called to the fire.

An inquiry is now under way. A witness told French TV that there was panic in the bar: "Everybody wanted to get out.

"Unfortunately those who were in the basement didn't have the time to get upstairs." The victims were mostly young people aged between 18 and 25, the Paris-Normandie news website reports (in French). Prime Minister Manuel Valls said in a tweet (in French): "Deep sadness with regard to the tragedy which mowed down 13 young lives. Compassion and support for the afflicted families." The authorities praised firefighters for the speed of their response. The fire is the deadliest to hit France since a series of blazes in 2005, according to French media. The country has been on edge after the Nice attack on Bastille Day (14 July), which killed 85 people, and the stabbing of a priest in a

church outside Rouen by Islamist extremists on 26 July. The use of polystyrene insulators is prohibited in public venues in France. Insulation materials including polystyrene have been blamed for previous deadly blazes, including a nightclub fire in Bucharest last year which killed 27, and a fire in a club in Brazil in 2013 which killed 241. Most of the victims in that blaze, in the city of Santa Maria, died after inhaling toxic smoke produced when ceiling insulation foam caught fire. (BBC)

Birthday candles on a cake are thought to have caused the fire(AFP)

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A 19-year-old man charged with the murder of a US tourist in a knife attack in London's Russell Square has been remanded in custody. Zakaria Bulhan, of south-west London, has been charged with the murder of Darlene Horton, 64, and the attempted murder of five other people. Two women and three men were injured in the attack on Wednesday.

Mr Bulhan - a Norwegian national of Somali origin - appeared at Westminster Magistrates' Court. He appeared without legal representation and sat hunched throughout the short hearing with his hand over his mouth. As the names of the victims were read out in court he held his face in his hands. When asked if he understood the charges, he nodded giving the judge a thumbs-up gesture.

Mrs Horton had been visiting London with her husband Richard Wagner, who was teaching summer classes.

Florida State University said the couple had planned to return to their home in Tallahassee on Thursday - the day after the attack. The university's president, John Thrasher, said "there are no words to express our heartache". A British man who suffered a stab wound to his stomach in the attack remains in hospital in a "serious but stable" condition. An American man, an Australian man, an Australian woman and an Israeli woman were all discharged from hospital on Thursday, following treatment for their injuries. Mr Bulhan was remanded in custody until 9 August. (BBC) Zakaria Bulhan (right) appeared at at Westminster Magistrates' Court in London(ELIZABETH COOK/PA WIRE)

Chinese fleet sails near Japanese Senkaku islands

Japan says China has sailed a fleet of 230 vessels near Japanese-controlled waters in the East China Sea. The fleet included fishing boats and coastguard ships, Japan says, and three vessels appeared to be armed. Officials have protested to Chinese diplomats. The reported incident occurred near the Senkaku Islands. They are administered by Japan but also claimed by China, which calls them the Diaoyu Islands. Beijing has been increasingly assertive about waters it believes are Chinese. In a separate incident on Saturday, Chinese state media said fighter jets and bombers had completed a patrol of airspace above islands in the South China Sea, as part of combat training. These islands are also disputed, but last month an international tribunal ruled dismissed most of Beijing's claims in that sea. China said it would ignore the decision.

Testing Japan's resolve A Japanese foreign ministry spokesman said the fleet's despatch to the East China Sea islands was a unilateral escalation of tension in the area. How uninhabited islands soured China-Japan ties Less than a decade ago, Tokyo and Beijing talked of jointly exploiting the resources of the East China Sea, the waterway that separates the two countries. But since then tension has increased, particularly over the disputed Senkakus, which are uninhabited. Over recent years, China has sent an increasing number of ships towards the islands, in what appears to be an attempt to test Japan's resolve to defend them. (BBC) Japan says China sent coastguard vessels to escort the fishing boats(AFP)

Belgian police attacked with machete in Charleroi Two police officers have been injured by a machete-wielding assailant in the Belgian city of Charleroi. The attacker was shot and wounded, Charleroi police said on Twitter. The assailant is said to have shouted "Allahu Akbar" ("God is great" in Arabic) during the assault outside the city's main police station. Charleroi was used as a base by some of the jihadists involved in the attacks on Paris in November 2015 and Brussels last March.

Both of the injured police officers are said to be women, with one more seriously injured than the other. The attacker is reported to be in a serious condition after being shot. The area around the police station has been sealed off. Belgian Prime Minister Charles Michel condemned the attack. "My thoughts are with the victims, their loved ones, and the police. We are following the situation closely," he added. (BBC)

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Preparation Sift dry ingredients. Add sugar, then beaten egg with milk, melted shortening, and extract. Stir in grated coconut, dried fruits, (floured if used). Blend ingredients well. Knead slightly on floured board. Shape into loaves and put in greased loaf pan two thirds full. Dust with fine sugar. Bake in moderate oven.

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Daily Horoscope You need more time to think this whole situation through. You may have a problem dealing with elders. Travel will be exciting.

Make sure you concentrate if operating machinery or vehicles. You may have problems with skin, bones, or teeth if you haven't been taking proper care of yourself. Real estate investments will payoff.

Changes in your home environment are likely.

Anger might lead to carelessness and minor Injuries. Don't try to hide your true feelings from your mate.

Major moves will be emotional and not necessarily to your benefit. You will enjoy physical activities more than you think. Don't lend or borrow.

Your mind will be on matters that deal with secret affairs. Avoid any petty ego confrontations; they could lead to estrangement if you aren't careful. People you live with will not be terribly happy with you regardless of what you do today.

Be diplomatic when dealing with in-law. You can make financial deals, but it may be best if you're not using your own cash. You will communicate easily and should be able to accomplish all that you set out to do.

Update and review your personal investments. You can help them with difficult projects. Emotional situations could bring out your stubborn nature.

You may be able to get some good advice about your personal problems. Unfortunately, your personal life may suffer from a lack spare time.

This will not be the best day to sign deals or to take care of other people's financial matters

Try to be a bit more understanding or you may end up spending the evening alone. You can have an enjoyable time if you socialize with friends. Groups and organizations that indulge in social events to raise money will be conducive to meeting new and exciting lovers.

You will communicate with ease today. Take the time to help those less fortunate. Your lack of responsibility and attention has been a key issue in your relationship

Try to keep an open mind. You may have a problem keeping secrets. You will attract potential lovers, but be sure that they're unattached.

Changes in your home will be positive. Property investments should payoff. Try to keep ahead of the game. Don't be afraid to make additions to your house.

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Rio 2016: Thrasher wins first Rio gold Virginia Thrasher won the women's 10-metre air rifle for United and Barbara Engleder also finishing outside of the medals.

States to secure the first gold medal of the 2016 Olympic Games. (SportsMax) United States claimed the first gold medal of Rio 2016 as Virginia Thrasher triumphed in the women's 10-metre air rifle on Saturday. The 19-year-old had flown under the radar ahead of the Games but showed impressive accuracy to claim the title by one point with an Olympic record. Thrasher - who became the American champion in June - amassed 208 points across the nine rounds at the Olympic Shooting Centre, beating Chinese duo Du Li and Yi Siling to gold. "It was nerve-wracking. My heart was pounding but I would not have changed it," said Thrasher. "I just had a plan today to do the best I could and I'm happy with my result." Li had to battle for her place during the finals but she surged back into contention late on, however beating Thrasher proved too much, the Chinese shooter finishing on 207 points. For defending champion Yi the final looked to be going well in the early rounds, but she slipped down the rankings and had to settle for bronze - 22.6 points adrift of top spot. Thrasher's team-mate Sarah Scherer was first eliminated in the final, with Snjezana Pejcic, Elaheh Ahmadi, Daria Vdovina

Aiken named Queensland Firebirds Player of the Year Jamaica international Romelda Aiken has been named the Queensland Firebirds 2016 Player of the Year. Despite having a difficult final Aiken was the Firebirds most outstanding player in a record setting season. The goal shooter ended the campaign with 740 goals at 86.2 per cent, thirty nine behind compatriot Jhaniele Fowler-Reid who was the Southern Steel and New Zealand League MVP. Aiken did however finish the league as the top rebounder with 114, well ahead of Fowler-Reid who finished in second place on 88. The Firebirds, who defeated the NSW Swifts 69-67 in an overtime thriller, became the first team in history to win back-to-back ANZ titles. Aiken also made history of her own after becoming the first player in history to score 5000-goals. (SportsMax)

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Rio 2016: Brazilian chef invites Bolt to favelas Noted Brazilian chef David Bipso has invited world’s fastest man Usain Bolt to tour Brazil’s favelas, with the aim of inspiring downtrodden children. The Jamaican has proven to be a popular figure since arriving in the country stopping to take selfies with fans, other athletes and the Brazilian military. The sprinter even carried a group of children from some of the favelas for a visit at his training base. Bispo who has created a spicy dish named after the legendary sprinter, still hopes Bolt will visit the slums. "Like them and like me, Bolt comes from humble beginnings and found sport on his journey. We've lost a lot of children to drug trafficking and a visit like this could really change someone's destiny," Bipso said. "Therefore, I say: come to the favela, Usain Bolt!" Bipso has taken his campaign to social media platform with a series of videos featuring notable musicians, journalists and actors urging Bolt to "come to the favela". (SportsMax)

Jason Morgan fails in appeal before CAS The ad hoc division of the Court of Arbitration for Sport has ruled as ‘inadmissible’ the appeal of Jamaican discus thrower Jason Morgan to be selected to the island’s team to the Olympic Games that is currently under way in Rio, Brazil. Morgan, 33, holds the Jamaican national record in the discus (68.19 metres) but was required to finish in the top three at the Jamaican national championships in June. He was fourth. When the Jamaica Athletic Administrative Association (JAAA) named its team, Morgan was not in it, even though he had achieved the Olympic standard. The second and third place finishers at the championships had not.

Morgan’s attorney, Dr Emir Crowne, filed an appeal before CAS on August 1 in an effort to overturn the decision of the JAAA to exclude Morgan from the team. However, CAS sided with the JAAA, stating that while Morgan achieved the qualifying distance in June 2015, he did not finish in the top three of the JAAA national championships. If he had achieved both of those elements, he would have been automatically

selected for the Olympic team. Even more critically, CAS said “There is also no evidence on the file which would demonstrate to the panel that Morgan has exhausted all internal remedies, which may be available to him by his JAAA, and which are typically pre-requesites to bringing a dispute to CAS.” As such they deemed the application inadmissible. (SportsMax)

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Rio 2016: Volleyball court receives emergency repair Rio 2016's volleyball venue was subject to emergency repair work on Thursday and Friday, after issues with the court floor were reported. The women's volleyball tournament at Rio 2016 began as scheduled on Saturday, but only after emergency repairs to the court in the Maracanazinho. Officials found defects in the floor of the court on Thursday - following three days of team training at the venue - and duly worked through the night and into Friday morning to ensure sufficient stability.

Richard Baker, the communications director of the International Volleyball Federation (FIVB), said: "After the women had trained there was no problem. But after the men had trained there were areas on the court that needed strengthening. "The court was taken up and extra strengthening put in place and tested out.

It was quite a job and went on through the night. "This is not something that usually happens and was a concern. "But it's why we have teams training on the court, for them to get practice and a feel of the court and for any problems to show up. So in that sense everything worked out. "Now we are happy that what

promises to be an exciting tournament is up and running." Six pool matches were scheduled for Saturday, with hosts and twotime reigning champions Brazil opening their campaign against Cameroon at 3pm local time (7pm BST). (SportsMax)

Russell ton takes Tallawahs surging into CPL final Jamaica Tallawahs 195 for 7 (Russell 100, Cooper 3-45, Narine 1-22) beat Trinbago Knight Riders 110 for 7 [12 overs] (Munro 38, Shakib 3-23, Russell 2-27) by 19 runs (D/L method) Andre Russel struck a 42-ball century, his first in T20 cricket, to lift Jamaica Tallawahs to 195 and set up a convincing win over Trinbago Knight Riders, sealing their place in the CPL 2016 final. After a lengthy rain interruption during the run chase, Knight Riders' adjusted target of 130 in 12 overs always looked out of their reach, and they fell 19 runs short in the second Qualifier. After being asked to bat first, Tallawahs made halting progress in their first 10 overs. Openers Chadwick Walton and Chris Gayle got off to reasonably brisk starts, with Gayle hitting two fours and three sixes in his 26-ball 35. But both fell to Kevon Cooper before they could convert their starts into more substantial knocks. Kumar Sangakkara and Rovman Powell were dismissed in single figures to leave Tallawahs at 67 for 4 in the tenth over. That brought Russell to the crease. It did not take long for the fireworks to begin. Russell launched Anderson Phillip for two mighty sixes down the ground in the 11th over and he was away. Phillip, Cooper and Ronsford Beaton all came in for heavy punishment in the ensuing overs as Russell pummelled three fours and 11 sixes to blaze his way to 100 off 44. His 101-run fifth-wicket partnership with Shakib Al Hasan came off just 53 balls; Shakib contributed 19 off 23. In the midst of the carnage, Sunil Narine and Dwayne Bravo managed to keep things relatively tight, but that could not prevent a Russellpowered Tallawahs side from racing to 195 in their 20 overs. In

reply, Knight Riders lost Umar Akmal early, to a run-out, and pottered to 18 for 1 in three overs before a lengthy rain delay led to a D/L-adjusted target of 130 in 12 overs. With his team in need of quick runs after the resumption, Colin Munro wasted no time in providing some impetus, hitting three fours off Kesrick Williams in the fourth over. More boundaries flowed from Munro's bat, before he miscued a flighted ball from Imad Wasim to depart for 38 off 26, with Knight Riders still requiring 63 from the last four overs. Hashim Amla took over briefly, hitting a couple of fours and one six. But, in the end, the magnitude of the task proved to be too great and Knight Riders lost five wickets in the last two overs as they stumbled to a 19-run defeat.

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Rio Olympics 2016: Opening ceremony celebrates Brazil to open Games The 2016 Olympics have been formally opened with a colourful and pulsating ceremony at Rio's Maracana stadium. Broadcast to an estimated audience of three billion, it celebrated Brazil's history, culture and natural beauty, before former marathon runner Vanderlei de Lima lit the Olympic cauldron. Wimbledon champion Andy Murray led the Great Britain team into the arena. The build-up to Rio 2016 has been played out against a deep recession and political protests in Brazil. The Games, the first to be held in South America, have also been disrupted by concerns over the Russian doping scandal, the Zika virus and problems with the city's security, infrastructure and venues. But organisers will hope the focus can now shift to the action in 28 sports, with 207 teams, after the Games of the 31st Olympiad were officially opened. The cauldron was lit by De Lima, who won bronze for Brazil in the marathon at the 2004 Games after he was grappled by a spectator while leading the race. Football legend Pele had ruled himself out of performing the role saying he was not in the right "physical condition". What happened? With Brazil's economy struggling, the budget for the opening ceremony was thought to be considerably less than the £30m spent at London 2012.

And while Rio's event did not match the enormous ambition of the ceremony directed by Danny Boyle four years ago, those inside the Maracana were treated to a show that mixed light displays, fireworks, dancing and music. After an emotional rendition of the Brazilian national anthem, sung and played on acoustic guitar by singersongwriter Paulinho da Viola, video projections beamed on to the floor of the stadium explored the history of the country. Starting with images of micro-organisms dividing - representing the beginning of life - the ceremony highlighted the contributions made by the nation's indigenous peoples, by Portuguese explorers, by African slaves and

by Japanese immigrants to Brazil's history and culture. Performers jumped and danced across projections of giant buildings, symbolising the cities of Brazil, while a recreation of a 14-bis biplane - the invention of Brazilian Alberto Santos-Dumont - drew one of the biggest cheers of the evening as it flew out of the arena. And the 207 teams? Two-time Wimbledon champion and 2012 gold medallist Murray said carrying the British flag into the Maracana would be the proudest moment of his career. The 29-year-old was followed by around 70 of Team GB's 366 athletes, with many remaining in the training base in Belo. The Russian team, cut down to 271 athletes from an initial 389 following accusations of state-sponsored doping in the country, were at least spared any obvious negative reaction from the crowd. One of the warmest welcomes of the evening was given to a team consisting of refugee athletes. They were the penultimate group to enter the stadium. International Olympic Committee president Thomas Bach said the team were sending "a message of hope to the millions of refugees around the globe". The local crowd of 60,000 exploded with noise when the Brazil team, with 2012 modern pentathlon bronze medallist Yane Marques flying the nation's flag, emerged into the stadium last of all, to chants of "Brazil, Brazil, Brazil". Elsewhere in Rio? Thousands of protesters lined the boulevard alongside Copacabana beach, calling for the removal of interim president Michel Temer. There were smaller demonstrations

nearer the Maracana, with about 200 protesters marching from the Saens Pena square in Tijuca to the stadium. Heavy security was in force around the Olympic Park during the ceremony, with army troops positioned every 25 metres. An unnamed Greek athlete was expelled after failing a drugs test. Police cordoned off a large area around the Beach Volleyball Arena in Copacabana and deployed robotic bomb detection devices. What appeared to be a black bag and a red rucksack were investigated. Who said what? IOC president Bach talked positively about the Games, despite organisational problems in the build-up. "All Brazilians can be very proud tonight," he said. "With the Olympic Games as a catalyst, you have achieved in only seven years what generations before you could only dream of. "You have transformed Rio de Janiero into a modern metropolis and made it even more beautiful. You managed this at a very difficult time in Brazilian history. We have always believed in you." Rio 2016 president Carlos Nuzman said he was "the proudest man alive", adding: "I am proud of my city, proud of my country. Let's celebrate together as we work together to build the Games." But Brazil's interim president, Michel Temer was booed by some as he declared the Games open - a reminder of the country's deep political crisis. GB highlights on Saturday? Chris Froome in the cycling road race at 13:30 BST Ashley McKenzie in men's -60kg judo from 14:00 BST GB men's hockey team v Belgium in pool match at 16:30 BST James Guy and Stephen Milne in men's 400m freestyle swimming, with the heats at 17:46 BST and the final at 02:30 BST (Sunday morning) Max Litchfield in the men's 400m individual medley heats at 18:30 BST, with the final at 02:03 BST (Sunday morning) Hannah Miley and Aimee Willmott in the women's 400m individual medley heats at 18:30 BST, with the final at 02:49 BST (Sunday morning) GB women v Japan in rugby sevens pool match at 21:00 BST Heather Watson and Kyle Edmund in tennis firstround action from 16:30 BST, as well GB in men's and women's doubles Team GB's men's cyclists will hope to claim Britain's first medal of the Games when they compete in the road race, which starts at 13:30 BST next to Copacabana beach and will take in numerous climbs along its 237.5km route. Froome, who won the third Tour de France title last month, is expected to be GB's medal hope, although the London 2012 time trial bronze medallist has said team-mate Steve Cummings is capable of winning the event. (BBC)