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WORK PERMITS FOR PERSONS WITH HIV/AIDS P
ersons who have HIV/AIDS will now be allowed to get work permits in the Turks and Caicos Islands. That’s because Government has been gradually phasing out the policy whereby persons who test positive for HIV/AIDS were denied work permits and in some cases, asked to leave the country. Legal and medical sources told The SUN that Government really has no choice but to grant work permits to persons with HIV/AIDS because such persons could sue the Turks and Caicos Islands Government on the grounds of discrimination. When contacted, Premier Hon. Dr. Rufus Ewing, who is also Minister of Health, told The SUN that Government intends to formalise the policy to allow persons with HIV/ AIDs to be granted permits. “That is not the policy but that is the intention,” the Premier said. However, The SUN was told that one of the stipulations to be considered for work permit approval is that the HIV-infected applicant must enroll in a HIV/AIDS treatment programme, not necessarily one that is run by government. Many in the community in favor of non-discrimination in the work place now want the measure to become policy document to move and move to becoming a cabinet paper, so that it could be considered for a Bill and then taken to parliament to become law. They said that if such document makes it to parliament, better yet passed, would demonstrate that the Turks and Caicos Islands has turned the corner on workplace discrimination on a seismic level. The thrust, it is understood, is to join other countries around the world that have passed laws to stem discrimination against persons with the disease, which the World Health Organization (WHO) and the
Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) are now deeming as a chronic illness in the category of diabetes and hypertension. The decision has not gone down well with some members of the public, who are arguing that government should not consider such policy, and even if work permit renewal is granted, first time applicants living with the illness should not be considered. A ministry of health official, who requested anonymity, has described the measure as a touchy subject, and one that not many people want to go on record to laud or condemn, for fear of backlash. “Yes, persons (with HIV) are given work permits as long as they join a treatment programme, it doesn’t have to be the government’s own. But if they are being seen by a doctor and taking their medication and stuff, work permit can be granted. “Some people are upset that persons with HIV are allowed to get permits to work in the Turks and Caicos, while others have been saying that the passing of such laws has showed that the Turks and Caicos Islands and its people have shown maturity on certain fundamental human rights issues,” the Ministry official said. For her part, Doreen QuelchStubbs, Head of the Turks and Caicos Islands Human Rights commission, reiterated that persons living with the HIV/AIDS virus should not be discriminated against in any environment. She recalled sometime ago that the Human Rights Commission having to step in to educate the authorities that such demographic group should not be denied work permit solely on their medical status, but should be accorded the rights and privileges as would be given to someone free of the disease. Continued on Page 2
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CHRYSTAL CHARLES: A RISING LOCAL STAR It was truly a night to remember when local songstress Chrystal Charles staged “A night of Jazz & Soul”, at The Palms Courtyard on Wednesday November 11th, 2015. Charles wowed the audience as she jazzified various classics and a few contemporary songs with excellent diction, pure class and elegance. See pages 22 and 23 for photo highlights of the event.
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WORK PERMITS FOR PERSONS WITH HIV/AIDS
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“I know years ago there was a policy that when a person applied for work permit they would carry out a series of tests on them (and if they were found to be infected with HIV) they would say they weren’t fit to be granted a work permit. But that was discriminatory; they had to stop doing
that. “You can’t discriminate against someone because they have a medical condition. HIV is considered as one of the diseases that go under disability. Being HIV positive is no different from having any other medical problems,” she reiterated.
Quelch Stubbs indicated that persons living with the disease must be saved from harm and discrimination at all levels. “Persons living with HIV/ AIDS have a right to be protected. The Human Rights Commission takes the position, as it would with any other
medical or mental health problem, is that, not to discriminate against anyone with HIV/AIDS, whether it is in the work environment or any other environment, because they have the same rights as any other human being. They should be treated with respect and dignity,” she said.
Grand Turk Master Plan Workshop The Turks and Caicos Islands Government invites the public to the Grand Turk Master Plan Workshop You’re invited to join a communitywide dialogue and feedback session related to the Grand Turk Master Plan. The workshop will be focused on three key island factors: 1.Strengthening an identity 2.Preserving a culturally significant past
3.Conserving sensitive natural features
Why should I participate in this process? This is your community. You are the experts. No one knows the island better than someone who lives, works, and plays there. The Grand Turk Master Plan Workshop is a chance for you to be a part of creating positive change, impacting the development and preservation
of your island for years to come! We need your ideas, input, and feedback to ensure that the vision reflects community values and aspirations. This involvement and feedback will help determine what projects will be most beneficial to the island, and it’s residents, now and in the future. All interested persons or groups are encouraged to attend and participate on Thursday, November 19, 2015 Open
Community Workshop 6:00pm to 8:30pm Presentation starts at 6:30pm at H.J. Robinson High School Auditorium The Turks and Caicos Islands Government is undertaking an island-wide master planning effort that will address various issues, such as natural resources and land use planning, site planning, tourism planning, transportation planning, and historic preservation and documentation.
House of Assembly officials attend workshop in Bermuda
Hon Josephine Connolly Deputy Speaker of The House of Assembly Turks and Caicos along with the Clerk Mrs. Tracey Parker, were among 12 other Caribbean countries who attended the 17th Biennial Conference of Presiding Officers and Clerks of the Caribbean, the Americas and the Atlantic Region of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association held in Hamilton Bermuda from the 25th to 29th October 2015. The theme of the conference was “Relevance of Parliament in Today’s Society”. Each country was assigned a topic for the conference. Topics include i. “The Role of the Speaker: Initiating Strategies and Outreach Programmes to enable the Public to understand his/her Role and Responsibilities.” By – T Trinidad & C ayman Islands. ii. “Is Adversarial Politics sustainable in Small Islands: Implementing successful Strategies in managing contentious house debates to protect the integrity of Parliament”. By Jamaica & St. Kitt’s & Nevis. iii. “The Role of Social Media
inside and outside the Chamber: Promoting Youth Engagement and Interaction with Civil Society Organizations (CSO’s).” By B arbados & Turks and Caicos. iv. “The Critical role and effectiveness of Parliamentary Committees in smaller Legislatures: What are some of the benefits and challenges.” – by B ermuda & Bahamas v. “Building the professional capacity of Parliamentarians: Strengthening and enhancing the basic fundamentals of parliamentary procedure and the importance of fostering partnerships with each other.” By– G uyana & Anguilla vi. Developing Codes of Conduct and Conflicts of Interest mechanisms to improve good governance, accountability and public confidence.” –by S t. Lucia & M ontserrat Hon. Connolly spoke on the topic “Does social media have a place both inside and outside the Chamber: promoting youth engagement and intersection with civil society Organization” which she said was
well received. “The conference was Clerks within the region as it speaks informative and very useful and I learnt to training and networking among a lot from my Caribbean colleagues”. colleagues.” There was also a special “I firmly believe that this meeting held for Clerks which Mrs Association will play a critical role in Tracey Parker, Clerk of the House of the sound governance of our country Assembly found useful and rewarding. as it speaks to professionalism and Mrs Parker said; “The establishment of impartiality displayed by Clerk’s and an Association of Clerks for the region how vital it is to the smooth conduct will be a tremendous benefit to all and development of parliament.”
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AA drops fares between Provo and Miami By Todeline Defralien
American Airlines has dropped airfares between Providenciales and Miami to the lowest in many years. It is believed that this drop in fares is due to the fact that jetBlue is about to start flying between Providenciales and Fort Lauderdale and many local residents have already been buying up those jetBlue tickets. In the past, fares between Providenciales and Miami on AA were as high as $787 for a round trip ticket. However, AA is now selling tickets for the same route as low as $235. When contacted by email about the drastic drop in fares, AA spokesperson, Martha Pantin told the SUN: “We have proudly served Providenciales for more than 20 years. We currently operate three daily flights from to Miami, nine weekly flights to Charlotte, two weekly flights from Philadelphia and one weekly flight from Dallas-Fort Worth for a total of 33 weekly flights. We are continuously looking for ways to be the most competitive airline, offering the best service. To ensure an efficient and productive network, we undertake ongoing evaluations of operations and fleet and service levels. Revenue management is dynamic and is based on supply and demand. Last week, Lavern Reynolds, the Terminal Manager at the Providenciales International Airport sent out a press release saying that on Thursday, November 19th 2015 US Carrier Jet Blue will commence flight operations to Providenciales International Airport (PLS) from Fort Lauderdale, Florida (FLL). The press release said that Jet Blue has “taken the market by storm and has been rapidly expanding their routes since its inception”. She said the inaugural flight from FLL
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to PLS has not changed and has always been scheduled for the 19th of November, 2015 despite being otherwise reported. “The E190 aircraft will be used to transport up to 100 passengers to the Turks and Caicos Islands shores and the flight is almost fully booked according to reservations. This Jet Blue flight is expected to operate not just this winter season, but on a daily basis for the foreseeable future. The Chairman and Executives of the Airports Authority stated: “We welcome this new Jet Blue flight and looks forward to building on the partnership for many years to come,” Reynolds said. When jetBlue first made the announcement in July this year, Fernando Harb, vice president tourism sales, Greater Fort Lauderdale Convention & Visitors Bureau, said: “The Caribbean is an important international market for us and the announced service from Turks and Caicos will help us to expand our reach in this region. Premier, Hon. Dr Rufus W. Ewing, said: “ I am delighted by JetBlue’s announcement of the intent to launch direct service from Fort Lauderdale to
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the Turks and Caicos Islands. This is “Here is the way I see it. The fact that a very critical and long awaited route American dropped their ticket since for the Turks and Caicos Islands as the JetBlue is coming is proof that they gateway to some of the main cities where could have dropped their fees long time. our diaspora have settled. The new People don’t be fooled, they want you route also signifies the strengthening to ignore JetBlue and fly with them so and growth of our economy and the that JetBlue will stop and they will have growing demand by travelers to visit the market cornered again. Here is my the Turks and Caicos Islands, home of suggestion, we need to use both JetBlue Providenciales, voted as TripAdvisor’s and American, so that both can stay World’s Best Island.” operational and none have the monopoly. Porsha Stubbs-Smith, Minister If we do this the fees will probably always of Tourism, Environment, Heritage and be low, as they will need to have low fees Culture, said: “Daily non-stop flight to entice you to buy tickets from them from Fort Lauderdale to Providenciales since you will have another option. Kinda with JetBlue is indeed good news. This like with Cable and Wireless (Lime), they flight will make our destination more only drop their fees after Digicel came accessible for our visitors from South in, and look now because we have two Florida, Central Florida and surrounding telephone companies we get better rates. states, and will offer our people more America Airlines tickets have been too options for travel to the United States, expensive on people of this country for whether it be business or pleasure. I far too long. You can fly from New York would like to commend JetBlue for its to Miami, cheaper than you can fly from continued confidence in the Turks and Provo to Miami and from New York to Caicos Islands.” Miami is doubled the distance and cost Due to the announcement this them more fuel, still the ticket is cheaper. topic went viral on Facebook where I SAY KEEP BOTH OPERATIONAL.” residents spoke out via social media. Pastor Pedro S. Williams Said,
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Talent contest marks Edward Gartland Youth Centre seventh anniversary The Edward Gartland Youth Centre celebrated its seven anniversary with a concert and talent contest at its downtown Providenciales venue on Saturday, November7. The evening featured song, dance and poetry. Dancer Tommy, who performed ‘Rock with it’, was declared the winner. Jamerson Charitable who performed an original poem called ‘The arrival’, was the second place winner, while the singing duo of Kristina Toomer T’avion Bain, who gave a clinical rendition ‘Hello’ by Adele, was adjudged to have finished in third place. Amber Hall, the Miss Teen TCI 2015/2016 Beauty Queen chaired the event. Roxan Wake-Forbes, Manager for the Centre, said that concert was a fitting way to celebrate the centre’s seventh year serving the community. “Today we celebrated our seventh birthday, which was a huge accomplishment for the centre, and we want to show the kids that we appreciate them, and one of the suggestions that came up was that we do a talent show,” she said.
“There was supposed to be an independent section and a school section, but we focused on the independent. They wanted to sing, they wanted to dance, and obviously, there was poetry as well. So it was an evening for the kids to say thank you for keeping the centre open and thriving,’ Wake-Forbes continued. She said that nearly 200 hundred children were in attendance at the centre on Saturday, and little fewer were there the previous Saturday. “I think it was a great success. We averaged 172 children today (Saturday, November 7, 2015); last Saturday it was about 125. So, we know that this centre is needed, and so, the fundraisers we do throughout the year, and with the local businesses and individuals supporting us, that’s what you make happen. “We make this place stay open; provide the opportunities for the kids. We just kept 100 or so kids entertained for a few hours and they thoroughly enjoyed it,” she said. Wake-Forbes said that the Edward Gartland Youth Centre caters
to young people between the ages of Jean Louis, who perform entitled 11 and 18. She said that the goal is to ‘What is love’. empower young people as they strive for excellence, and to provide them with different opportunities. “So, every day after school from 2p.m. to 6p.m., we have got after school programmes that the kids can get involved in. There are programmes such as Interact Club, Red Cross Youths, we have dance programmes, we have music programmes arts and crafts; you name it we have it, and so that is our goal. “From Saturday again, form 10a.m., until 6p.m., we have tutoring, homework help, we have boxing and wide range of things so that kids can be exposed to different things, and have the opportunity to 1) get involved, and 2) be part of something but 3), more importantly, learn new skills or build up their confidence. All of it shines a positive light on them and their future,” she said. Performances were also done by the Enid Capron Primary School, Tommy going the through his winning which performed a dance and Brusnite performance
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Six illegal Cubans sentenced to three months in prison By Vivian Tyson
Senior Sun Editor
Six Cuban nationals, who entered the country illegally have been sentenced to three months in jail when they appeared before Chief Magistrate Clifton Warner in the Magistrate’s Court 1, on Providenciales on Tuesday, November 10. The six included one woman, identified as Yuldenis Ricardo. They others are Daniel Ramon; Ernesto Ballester; Alesandro Dominquez; Salvador Castell and Norlan Alanzo Travieso. Prosecutor Oreika Selver told the court that on October 6, 2015, immigration officials received reports that a boat with persons on board was spotted at Bone Fish Hole, located at the southernmost end of Providenciales. Paul Dickenson, Senior Conversation Officer at the Department of Environmental and Maritime Affairs (DEMA), along with other officers responded and discovered the boat with five men and a woman on board. The five were taken to the immigration office where they were processed and fingerprinted. It was discovered that they did not have legal immigration status in the country and were later charged with entering the country illegally. In court, the five told Magistrate Warner that they were headed elsewhere, but diverted to the
Yuldenis Ricardo, the lone female in These two Cuban prisoners gave The the illegal migrant group is marched SUN Camera the thumps up as they These two prisoners cuffed together a prison officer marches this Cuban away from the courthouse by a walk towards the prisoner transport leaves the court building to a migrant from the courthouse waiting prisoner transport van female prison officer van Turks and Caicos Islands because of level of fear of going back to Cuba. asylum seekers. Hurricane Joaquin. The group, which It appears that in recent In granting their release, she had no legal representation, said they years, Cuban migrants have been recommended that a $20,000 bond be came to the TCI to get water and food using the Turks and Caicos Islands as posted as surety and that they should and not necessarily to stay. transshipment human smuggling point report to the police station three times Initially, they pleaded not to get mainly to the United States as a week until the outcome of their guilty to illegal entry but later changed they attempt to escape the Fidel and asylum hearing. their plea after Judge Warner told Raul Castro communist regime. However, the country later them that the trial could take some In October of 2012, a group learnt that the Cubans boarded a boat time, during which they would be of Cubans, some related to baseball and fled to the United States, where remanded in prison until the trial was superstars Yoenis Estela Milanes they reportedly received by family over. Salazar, were picked up from a home in members. They later told the judge that Discovery Bay, Providenciales, as they George Missick, the attorney they would rather pay a fine, but after awaited to be taken to Florida. The that represented a group, was asked by learnt that the fine would be US$1,000 group included four children. the Supreme Court to pay the $20,000, or three months each, decided to While preparation was being which he later did. withdraw that proposal. made for their repatriation, the Another group of Cubans, who Based on the consideration Cubans filed for asylum, saying that were holed up at the detention centre that the six had been custody for a they would be punished if returned to in Providenciales, sew their lips shut little over a month, Magistrate Warner the communist island. When they went to protest subhuman conditions at the ruled that the three-month sentence to court in January of 2013, then Acting centre. Some of them were later granted would include time already served. He Attorney General Margaret Ramsay- refugee status in the TCI, while others also recommended deportation after Hale released them on the basis that expressed a desire to return home, and they completed their sentence. their statuses in the country their wish was eventually granted. Earlier the six expressed some had changed from illegal entrants to
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Confiscated airport weed was heading to Wilkie Arthur in prison, says Chief Magistrate Her Majesty’s Prison in Grand Turk. The weed is said to possess a street value of about Chief Magistrate $1,300. Clifton Warner made a The court was told confessed drug trafficker know that on July 13, a female police in no uncertain terms that officer saw an unattended back the weed he was attempted bag near the Inter-Caribbean to smuggle into Her Majesty Airlines checking counter, and Prison in Grand Turk was for saw Gardiner sitting nearby. one of the penal institution’s She asked him if the bag high profile inmates Wilkie belonged to him and answered Arthur. in the affirmative. The Judge told the Gardiner then told accused man, Leonardo the officer that he was sending Gardiner, to drop his attempt to a friend called ‘Jay’ at Her to pull a veil over his eyes Majesty’s Prison in Grand because he was not easily Turk. She asked him what was fooled. in the bag and he told her that Gardiner confessed it was grocery. She asked him to possessing 139.81 grams to show her the content, among or about .3 pounds of ganja, which was a green bag. She which he attempted to send to then asked him to run the bag By Vivian Tyson
Senior Sun Editor
through the airport scanner, which turned up vegetable matters. Gardiner was taken to the security office at the airport. Inspector Nigel Gilkes was later summoned at the airport to handle the matter. Inspector Gilkes asked Gardiner what was the content of the bag, but he told the officer that it was given to him by a Haitian man, and asked him to send it to Her Majesty’s Prison in Grand Turk. Gardiner was taken to the police station, where the item, which was later identified as ganja, was removed. He was later charged with possession of marijuana. In court, Gardiner, who had a previous conviction,
pleaded with Chief Magistrate Warner to exercise leniency. The judge then charged him $2,000, and gave him two months to pay. Gardiner, a few seconds earlier had the court erupted in laughter when he asked the judge give him one year to pay the fine. He said that he was working but had used up all his salary. The judge then put it to Gardiner that the weed was destined to Arthur and not for the ‘Jay’ character which he had insisted. “The bag was not going to any prison; it was going to Wilkie. I don’t know who you are trying to fool,” the judge insisted. He then released Gardiner.
Court extends bail for Patrick Riel, wife Former head of the up by immigration officials Emergency Medical Services, at Atrium Hotel home in Canadian Paramedic Patrick Leeward, Providenciales, on Riel and his wife Jacqueline Tuesday, November 3, 2015, by Brassard , are to face Chief Immigration officers. Magistrate Clifton Warner The particulars of on Monday, November 16 on the case are that on Sunday, charges of overstaying their August 17, 2015, Riel and time in the Turks and Caicos his wife entered the TCI and Islands. was granted 11 days into Jolyan Hatmin, the country. He however, presiding Magistrate for the remained after the permitted Magistrate Court 2, made time, namely 27 August 2015, the order when the two and was granted a further appeared before him on extension on his visit for 22 Monday, November 9, 2015. days, ending September 19, Both pleaded not guilty to the 2015, which he also overstayed, charges. which is in contravention to The couple was picked Section 12 of the Immigration
Ordinance. Their lawyer David Cadman, asked the Magistrate for more time to peruse the Immigration Ordinance as well as the charges against his clients, since he had not seen pieces of evidence relating to the case. Prosecutor Oreika Selver, questioned the reasoning behind the two being granted bail when they were first arrested last week. The two were granted $5,000 station bail after they were picked up by immigration officials and taken to the Five Cays Police Station for processing. Cadman secured
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Qualified Belongers need only to apply Salary Range: Commensurate based on qualification and experience Executive Housekeeper Primary duties: •ensure the cleanliness and orderliness of all resort rooms, •ascertain that all rooms are properly stocked with the supplies to which guests are entitled; •ensure all Common Areas are properly cleaned and stocked •ensure the resorts Laundry operates efficiently •properly control the budgets and staff levels for both Housekeeping and Laundry •foster team spirit among the staff and directs them toward achieving guest satisfaction and upholding the Grace Bay Resorts Culture •ensure that the Housekeeping/Laundry teams perform to the prescribed hotel standards. including cleaning and turning down rooms, re-ordering rooms once guests leave, carrying away room service trays from hallways to the location
their release at the time. Magistrate Hatmin extended their bail until the next court date. Riel, who once headed the Emergency Medical Services, was relieved of his duties in 2013, by the Healthy Ministry, after a series of complaints by employees of that agency regarding the condition under which they had to work. The employees, who penned a letter to the media, accused Riel of not being a caring boss, accusing him of being insensitive to their working environmental needs.
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landings, and checking that all public areas within the hotel are clean and orderly. •The manager prepares the daily work schedule and assigns housekeepers to different tasks depending on the hotel requirements for the day. JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES • Supervises the work activities of housekeeping and laundry staffs • Provides training including safety and standard operating procedures to all housekeeping /laundry staff as directed by management. •Ensures adherence to company quality standards by inspecting rooms, including deep cleans. •Distributes work assignments to staff. •Addresses guest complaints regarding housekeeping/laundry services or equipment. •Monitors linen and guest supply inventory. •Reports any maintenance repairs to maintenance staff; •All other duties as assigned. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES •Previous experience as Housekeeping Manager or Executive Housekeeper in luxury resort. Requires the ability to read, write, and speak the English language. •Ability to appropriately assign/delegate work to others in the accomplishment of goals. •Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner; develops alternative solutions and uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics. •Ability to manage difficult or emotional customer situations; includes the ability to respond promptly to customer needs and requests for service and assistance. •Ability to maintain a high level of professionalism; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position. •Knowledge of and ability to appropriately interpret and follow policies and procedures. •Knowledge of and ability to adhere to safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly. •Ability to present and express ideas and information clearly and concisely in a manner appropriate to audience, whether oral or written. •Ability to meet the demands of the work schedule, to be at work and on time. Schedules may vary based on business need
Qualified Belongers need only to apply Salary Range: Commensurate based on qualification and experience Interested persons can contact our Human Resources Department no later than November 16 , 2015. @ (649) 946-5050 Ext. 1050 Email: sheba.wilson@gracebayclub.com Fax: (649) 946-5758 P.O. Box 128 Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands, British West Indies
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Registration for the 2016/17 Voters Register ongoing Supervisor of Elections Mr. Lister Dudley Lewis has advised that voter registration is a continuous process and the current Electors Register is being updated and a new register is to be published on March 31, 2016. Individuals who are not on the current register but wish to be included in the new Register of Electors have until November 30, 2015 to contact the Elections Office with the relevant documentation. Registration for the election’s register is an ongoing process however, under the Elections ordinance; an Supervisor of Elections Mr. Lister Dudley Lewis updated register is due on March 31. 18 and did not apply to join the register Mr. Lewis encouraged new earlier in 2015. persons to apply to be included on the Persons after November 30 Register especially those who have who attain the age of 18 and anyone turned 18 years old since 1st March who has been granted status as a Turks 2015, also those persons who are over and Caicos Islander after November 30
who apply will be added to the register provided it is not less than 30 days before the date of the poll. He noted: “Eligible voters on the present Register of Electors do not need to re-apply to be included in the new one. They will be automatically included unless they notify the Elections Office that they have changed their name or place of residence, or no longer meet eligibility criteria. This includes being resident in the TCI for at least 12 out of 24 months.” During this process individuals do not have to wait for the approval of status cards by Ministry of Border Control to submit voter registration applications. The Supervisor encourage persons to complete and submit applications in conjunction with status cars applications. Potential new electors
Tourist Board promoting domestic tourism By Brandy Laporte
Chairman of the Turks and Caicos Islands Tourist Board, Don Gardiner, said the organisation is actively promoting domestic tourism by encouraging locals to experience what the Turks and Caicos Islands have to offer. “We encourage you to visit our sister islands and be cognizant of what the island has to offer our international guests,” Gardiner said at the launching of tourism month at the Tourism Department on November 3rd, 2015. “How can we relate if we do not experience for ourselves the tranquil beaches, the historical ruins of Wades
Green, the caves in Middle Caicos, the salt pans in Grand Turk and Salt Cay and great fishing in South Caicos. By experiencing our beautiful islands as domestic tourists we are able to speak with great passion about what we have to offer,” he added Gardiner noted that the Turks and Caicos Islands are one of the most amazing countries in the world with a diverse population offering an authentic, rich, colourful paradise with its music and culture. “We pride ourselves with being naturally beautiful by ensuring that we present to the world the very best that we have to offer. It is because of our warm hospitality that tourist is
should complete a voter registration application form. Those who have already obtained the status Card, but did not submit an application form are being encouraged to prepare and submit it before the deadline November 30th. Application forms for inclusion on the TCI Register of Electors may be collected from the Elections Office in Grand Turk (Waterloo Plaza, above Scotia Bank) or Providenciales Butterfield Square) or the District Commissioner’s Officers in Salt Cay, South Caicos and Middle and North Caicos. For further information on the electoral registration process, please contact the Elections Office, Grand Turk (Telephone: 649-338-2302 or 9462558 or Providenciales Elections Office 649-338-4681 email dllewis@gov.tc
attracted to our beautiful shores. We are ambassadors for the Turks and Caicos and must continue to display our national pride in every effort to grow our tourism numbers. It goes without saying that because of such prideful displays by us that Trip Adviser has named us the Number 1island destination for 2015,” he added. Gardiner added that great honour proves that although the TCI is a tiny group of islands, the country rose up against other great Caribbean islands and won. “This speaks volumes of how beautiful our islands are; therefore we must maintain this great honour,” he Chairman of the Turks and Caicos Islands Tourist Board, Don Gardiner said.
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PDM Fires back at PNP on employment release
By Doug Parnell - PDM Chairman
Caicos Islander. But, we ask why is it that We will continue to fight for qualified and competent Turks and greater participation in the job market Caicos Islanders are seeking and for Turks and Caicos Islanders and receiving top managerial positions in we will continue to oppose the efforts resorts and hotels in the Bahamas and of the PNP government to further the United Kingdom but are passed disenfranchise the people of our up in their homeland. It is because country. this PNP government is woefully This government has made no out of touch and is desperate to find effort to create jobs and opportunities some rhetoric it can attach itself to for advancement and has foolishly in furtherance of its claim of helping opined that a job fair brought our our people. This delusional rhetoric attention to their lackluster efforts. is an insult to the many persons who The PNP Government is see others thriving and climbing the confused between the private sector economic ladder while they are being and itself and will try to take credit left behind. And, the policies and laws for a job fair or take the credit of hard implemented by the PNP are designed working islanders by insinuating that to continue this trend of stifling the it was the PNP that is responsible for growth and development of our people. getting that TCI woman the position For three long years this PNP of General Manager of a major luxury government has continued pushing resort but it was the result of her hard policies on our people of punitive tax work and dedication and service to her measures designed to hurt the pocket company and the tourism industry for book of unemployed and underemployed 17 years. In fact, the resort in question individuals and families across this took 5 years longer, in our view, to country. But, we remind the PNP that properly promote this competent, it was the actions by their party that qualified and experienced Turks and caused a commission of inquiry and
Doug Parnell PDM Chairman brought an interim government into being. And while our leader sat in the forum she fought day and night for the people of this country but she never chaired or set the agenda of the interim government like the PNP did. Lastly, the PNP must look
itself in the mirror, accept what it is- a useless tool of special interests in their ranks, and then go and sit down and let real responsible government come to the reigns and bring relief to long suffering voters. We are the peoples party.
He/she must have proven experience in dealing with public sector processes. Candidate should have depth of understanding and experience in working with government and administrative processes. This unique individual must be able to quickly garner confidence, respect, and trust with all internal and external stakeholders. There should be evidence of leadership skills along with the ability to mentor and develop organizational skills.
DIRECTOR OF PORTS Reporting Officer: Minister/Board of Directors Supervises: N/A
Salary Grade: 8 Date of Appointment:
The Ports Authority of the Turks and Caicos Islands is seeking an outstanding professional for the role of Director of Ports. Overview The Ports Authority of the Turks and Caicos Islands is a self-supporting public statutory body established in 2008 for the management of maritime affairs. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The Director of Ports will provide leadership and direction to enable the Port to achieve sustained growth. The position will be responsible for developing and executing the strategic plan for revenue, profitability, and growth of the Port. He/she will oversee Port operations to ensure efficiency, quality, service, and costeffective management of resources and personnel. Specific tasks, in no particular order, encompass: •Developing, executing, and updating a multi-year strategic plan to increase revenue, profitability, and organizational growth • Ascertaining new business opportunities outside the Port’s existing geographic and vertical markets • Initiating and closing new business deals by developing and negotiating contracts and integrating contract requirements with business operations •Building, developing, and managing a corporate and operational senior leadership team capable of executing desired business strategies; maintain a management personnel succession plan for all operations •Building and maintaining strong relationships with current tenants/users and potential future tenants/users; including operators of businesses on Port property •Building and maintaining strong relationships with the Port’s represented employees including general service and maritime employees •Establishing and maintaining stakeholder relationships; serving as the Port’s liaison for other key relationships with stakeholder groups locally and internationally •Working with international bodies •Collaborating simultaneously with a wide variety of business/economic sectors •Identifying internal organic growth opportunities and ensuring that existing assets are being optimally utilized •Support financial and operational objectives •Promoting the Authority through local, regional, national, and international entities •Reducing environmental impacts on protected species or habitat •Reviewing (for approval) operating summaries and detailed reports (as required) for presentation to the Board of Directors •Supporting operating initiatives for improvements in safety, quality, cost, and employee relations •Evaluating performance of managers for compliance with established policies and objectives of the Ports Authority and contributions in attaining objectives •Leading and directing the processes that monitor, measure, evaluate, and report on performance •Monitoring and reporting on industry trends; leveraging industry best practices and applying these to internal systems and processes
Qualifications and Experience
The minimum qualifications required for this position include a Master’s degree from a recognized institution of higher learning plus a minimum of 10 years of senior management experience.
Previous management experience should be in business organizations or public agencies involved in Property Development (commercial, public, and retail), marketing, and/or the Port/Maritime industry.
The successful candidate should be a creative and innovative thinker regarding new projects and new roles of the Port, but seeking counsel as necessary. He/she should have highly developed and sophisticated negotiating expertise. Required Attributes Candidates considered for the Director of Ports role should possess a strong combination of the following attributes: ➢Change agent experience to move the organization to a high-performance organization. ➢ A passion for port real estate and land development. ➢ Strong acumen for developing a strategic plan. ➢A bias for action/sense of urgency and outside-the-box thinker. ➢ Experience interfacing with government entities and working with multiple clients. ➢ Proven ability to resolve complex problems positively and professionally. ➢ Highly developed business, governmental, and relationship development acumen and leadership. ➢Experience in mentoring and developing staff. ➢Board presence and the ability to proactively communicate with fellow Board members. ➢High awareness, sensitivity, and empathetic disposition as it relates to staff, culture, and community. ➢ A demonstrated track record of unquestioned integrity and ethics. ➢ Proven experience in driving and growing a business. ➢ Demonstrated ability to form, lead, and develop high-performing and accountable teams. ➢ A strong work ethic, energetic, and highly engaged. ➢ A broad understanding of the transportation service/maritime industry. ➢ Strong organizational skills in order to balance a large group of diverse projects simultaneously for a large multi-user base. ➢ Stellar interpersonal, communication (written and verbal), and presentation skills. ➢ Strong analytical skills with a solid understanding of finance and economic issues. Other Requirements: 1.Fluent English 2.Willingness and ability to travel by air, land and sea. 3.Qualified Belongers, either living in the TCI or abroad, are encouraged to apply. 4.Willingness to work outside normal office hours as needed from time to time Salary and Allowances: Salary is $103,000 annum. Application Procedure Interested persons should submit a resume, along with their contact information, cover letter, two letters of reference (one preferably from a former employer), copies of educational certificates, a Police Certificate and a copy of the Passport photo page. Applications should be addressed to: Chairman, Ports Authority of the Turks and Caicos Islands, Turks and Caicos Islands and can be delivered to the Turks and Caicos Islands Ports Authority, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands or emailed to: boardsecretary@ports.tc by the deadline date. The subject line in the email should read “Director of Ports”. Envelopes should have the subject “Director of Ports” clearly marked on the front. Deadline: Monday, November 30, 2015 We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only persons selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Fortis to generate 12 million KWH power from renewable by 2020 By Vivian Tyson
Senior Sun Editor
In five year’s time light and Power Company Fortis TCI plans to generate more than 12million kilowatthours worth of renewable energy from solar Photovoltic (PV) systems, which would represent five percent of its total energy output. This was made known on Wednesday, November 11, 2015, at Fortis’ launch of the Customer Owned Renewable Energy (C.O.R.E.) and the Utility Owned Renewable Energy (U.O.R.E.) programmes, at its Providenciales headquarters, located along the Leeward Highway. Nigel Hosein, Vice President of Energy Production and Project Management, said that the renewable energy would be generated solely through solar and wind. “Solar and wind are the two main areas of renewable power generation for TCI because, as you know, hydro is not an option for us here in the TCI. The potential, based on how the technology evolves, is for ocean thermal energy, because of the deep water and wave currents. But that is still in the design stages. It is not commercially viable at this time,” he said. The C.O.R.E. programme, according to Fortis, is referred to as a buy-all-sell all net billing arrangement, which offers participating residential and commercial customers credit on their monthly electricity bill equivalent to the avoided cost of generation.
The U.O.R.E. programme offers qualified customers the opportunity to lease their rooftop space to Fortis for solar energy generation. Under the agreement, Fortis would own and maintain the system, while giving customers credit on their monthly electricity bill for use of their roof space. Residential customers, under the C.O.R.E. programme, are allow to install up to 10 kilowatts of power capacity, while commercial customers will be allowed a total capacity of 60 kilowatts of power. Part of the U.OR.E. agreement is that residential customers will be able to install up to 10 kilowatts power panels, while business customers are allow a maximum capacity of 60 kilowatts power panels. Talisha Simons, the Corporate Communications Head of Fortis TCI, said that the undisclosed cost to introduce the programme here, was expended on education, research and development. She said that interested individuals and businesses could visit Fortis for registration. “People will need to come in and express interest, and that is what today is all about, they can come in and sign an interest form, and then the company would begin qualifying the customers, making sure that they need the guidelines, which would allow them to participate in the programme. “From there, we would install PV systems on their homes, or if they have PV systems already installed, then they can be inspected and be fullfledged in the programme,” she said.
DESARROLLOS HOTELCO JWM Ltd. Desarrollo Hotelco, is a leader in building luxury hotels , is seeking an experienced and proven leader.
Applications are invited from suitably qualified Candidates for the following positions:
Director of Finance:
Duties of this position include: Manage, evaluate and monitor the activities related to the collection and use of resources. Evaluation of loan products, administration mutual funds and investment trusts. Manage efficient cash, in order to effectively fulfill the goals, plans, goals and objectives of the institution.
Administrative Assistant:
Duties of this position include: Assist in the administration of the office including implementation of financial and accounting responsibilities of the property, internal controls, financial analysis, cash management, balance sheet reconciliation
Requirements include: at least 5 years relevant experience, a clean police record and driver’s license with a successful drug screen; at least a high school diploma; possess a good employment track record with demonstrated.
Salary: commensurate with experience. Applications comprising a letter, resume, references, Police record etc. should be sent no later than Friday, November 20th, 2015 to: The Manager DESARROLLOS HOTELCO JWM Ltd. C/o P.O.Box 127, Richmond House Leeward Highway, Providenciales Tel: (649) 946-4734 0r Fax (649) 946-4732 Email: marsha@misickstanbrook.tc rstipa@hotelcointernational.com
Simons further explained that the credit awarded to customers would be determined by the size of the particular system that they choose, and will be done on a case-by-case basis. Allan Robinson, Vice President of Customer and Corporate Services, labeled the event as a tremendous day for Fortis and the Turks and Caicos Islands. “Today we step into a new paradigm in our industry, offering, for the very first time, renewable energy programmes that would allow our customers to interconnect to what is known as the electricity grid. This is a goal not only set by Fortis TCI a few years ago, but also a goal of the Turks and Caicos Islands government as announced in their energy policy issued in 2014. Today, we are proud to offer a green energy option to our customers. We know that our parent customers, Fortis Inc., who has been very supportive of us in our energy and environmental efforts, is also looking at ways how the company can further reduce its carbon footprint, while also helping our customers to achieve their personal goals through energy and electricity usage,” Robinson said. For her part, Aisha Laporte, Director of Customer Service and Materials Management , who also served on the company’s renewable energy working committee, said that a great deal of hard work and research went into developing the programme. She said that the programme
Allan Robinson launch was a promise back in February 2014, that by year-end of 2015, Fortis would embark on a solar pilot energy project. She reminded that in September 2014, Fortis announced the results from an interconnection study that was conducted by an independent company, which pointed out how much renewable energy Fortis could allow onto its grid. “Today, we have finally made it to this place, where Fortis TCI is offering renewable programmes to our customers,” she said. Laporte announced that once Fortis is able to test the viability of wind technology, it would become an important component in its energy delivery.
A Leading duty free jeweler is currently seeking a Regional Manager to oversee the store in Grand Turk Key responsibilities:
•direct the retail operations of the store including the store’s day-to-day activities and overall strategic development; •develop and administer annual budgets; •manage and control expenditures and financial records; •oversee gemological and sales training programs; •provide advice and assistance to the company’s Directors in planning, implementation, evaluation and modification of the existing systems and procedures.
Requirements:
•Must have at least 10 years of managerial experience with a high-end jewelry/watch retailer •Knowledge of diamonds and precious stones valuation (4Cs). Qualified candidates should email info@misickstanbrook.tc; Tel: 946-4732 or fax: 946-4732. Applications must be submitted no later than Friday November 20, 2015.
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Deidre Forbes begs for a second chance By Vivian Tyson
Senior Sun Editor
Deidre Forbes was accused of committing a dangerous infraction, which took the life of her son. She suffered the consequence at her Majesty’s Prison on Grand Turk. She still suffered emotionally from the loss especially, and now she is suffering financially because no one, it appears, wants to hire because of her tarnished police record. A few years ago, she lost a son in a fire, and police investigators the child’s death to be negligence on Forbes’ part, and so charged her with cruelty to a child and sent he to jail for a period. Since her release, the crime has been hanging around her neck like an albatross. She has not been able to land a job because of her police record, she said. The SUN caught up with Forbes in the Five Cays community where she resides, while Premier Hon. Dr. Rufus Ewing on a tour o Thursday, November 6, 2015 and she did not hold back. “A couple of years ago I had a fire where I lost my baby. It was not my intention for anything to happen to that baby. It was my little boy. They charged me with cruelty to juvenile, as if I killed that baby. And when they finished they sent me to jail. When I came out of jail, I was not able to get a job. People made me felt as if I was scorned in society. I feel totally and completely invisible as if I did not exist,” Forbes said. “Have no assistance, I have not help. I have no place to live of my
A despondent-looking Deidre Forbes own. I am actually homeless; if it was not for my mother who gave me a little place that my brother has here to live in, I would have no place to live. Because I choose to dress myself decent nobody get to see that I am suffering and struggling, and people think I actually don’t need anything. But things are hard, things are tough. I don’t know what else I have to do to get a job,” she said. Forbes said a few years before her incarceration, she worked at Beaches Turks and Caicos Resort and
NOTICE OF SALE BY PUBLIC AUCTION Scotiabank (Turks & Caicos) Ltd. of Cherokee Road, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands hereby gives notice of its intention to sell by Public Auction the following properties pursuant to its power of sale as registered Chargee under the Registered Land Ordinance of the Turks and Caicos Islands.
Spa for six years, but was forced to stop working because of a knee issue. “I am missing the cartilages in my knees. I went to the doctor and they said that the only thing for me to do is to get a kneecap replacement in both knees,” she said. Forbes said that she went to National Insurance to collect disability funds but was told that she was not qualified. “I went to the National Insurance to get some assistance, and they told me that the only way I can get
any money from them is if I work for at least another year, to pay National Insurance, and then after that I could get compensation,” she said. She said that the Labour Office had been working with me to land a job but that effort also proved unsuccessful. She said that earlier this year she almost obtained a job at Beaches, but after they viewed her police record, turned out down. “When Beaches was doing all of that job fair in the earlier part of the year, I made it as far as the interview stage. And at the end of the day when they called me to get my police record, they (authorities) put on it ‘cruelty to juvenile’, so they did not accept me for the job,” Forbes revealed. She said that she contacted the office of the police commissioner to have the blot on her record removed. She said that she was told that the impediment would have been removed in August, but to date that has not been done. “I walked up and down those stairs with my no-good knees. I got an appointment with the secretary of the commissioner of police in July, and she said to me, ‘Deidre, we checked on your situation and your record is to be cleared of the 11th of August. Ever since the 11th of August, I have been walking upstairs to those people but nothing has been done. “I cannot get a job, I am not working. Your own people don’t help you no more, I don’t know what is left for me to do. I have bills to be paid, and there is no help from nowhere,” Forbes bemoaned.
SALES AND MARKETING SERVICES OPERATIONS Accomplishes marketing and sales human resource objectives by recruiting, selecting, orienting, training, assigning, scheduling, coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, appraising, and reviewing job contributions; planning and reviewing compensation actions; enforcing policies and procedures.
1.Parcel 60004/251 North West & North Central, Providenciales. Single storey with three bedrooms, three bathrooms, living room, kitchen and laundry room on 0.21 acre. Registered Proprietor: Olivia Loretta Gardiner
Achieves marketing and sales operational objectives by contributing marketing and sales information and recommendations to strategic plans and reviews; preparing and completing action plans; implementing production, productivity, quality, and customer-service standards; resolving problems; completing audits; identifying trends; determining system improvements; implementing change.
2.Parcel 10403/173 East Suburbs, Grand Turk. Single storey with three bedrooms, two bathrooms, living/dining room, family room, kitchen and laundry room on 0.25 acre. Registered Proprietor: Kaydeen Patriece Miles
Meets marketing and sales financial objectives by forecasting requirements; preparing an annual budget; scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiating corrective actions.
3.Parcel 50402/175 Kew Township, North Caicos. Single storey with four bedrooms, two bathrooms, living/dining room and kitchen on 0.32 acre. Registered Proprietors: Bernice Augusta Been and Melva Olaine Williams 5.Parcel 60503/64 Blue Hills & Stamers Run, Providenciales. Single storey with seven bedrooms, three bathrooms, living/dining room, kitchen and laundry room on 0.35 acre. Registered Proprietor: Cecily Elaine Ewing 6.Parcel 60611/40 Norway & Five Cays, Providenciales. Single storey with three bedrooms, two bathrooms, living/dining room and kitchen on 0.22 acre. Registered Proprietor: Reasa Sherelle Louis The auction will be held at the office of Scotiabank (Turks and Caicos) Limited, Grace Bay Branch, Providenciales at 10 o’clock in the morning on Friday the 20th day of November 2015. A reserved price will be fixed on all parcels and a deposit of 10% is due immediately upon all accepted bids.
Accomplishes marketing and sales objectives by planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating advertising, merchandising, and trade promotion programs; developing field sales action plans. Identifies marketing opportunities by identifying consumer requirements; defining market, competitor’s share, and competitor’s strengths and weaknesses; forecasting projected business; establishing targeted market share. Must have experience in all aspects of resort operations including housekeeping, front desk, guest services and food and beverage Proven track record with operating within outlined budget in keeping with forecasted revenue 5 years’ experience and proven record of continued growth within the industry Must be proficient in English, French and Spanish
Beginning salary commensurate with experience. Interested Applicants’ please email all applications to info@saunders.tc
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‘Wheel of Fortune’ to be filmed at Beaches Turks and Caicos my kids here since they were three years old and six years Beaches Resorts old and they are now 18 and partnered with the #1 21 so I’ve been here many syndicated game show on times and love it every time I television –Wheel of Fortune come.” – for two special dedicated Pat Sajak host of Theme Week “Beaches Resorts Wheel of Fortune said, “We Family Week” to air February will be highlighting the island 1-5, 2016. in particularly Beaches. We Pat Sajak host of have been here before and Wheel of Fortune & Vanna it is a great way to expose White Co- host both visited the joys of the Turks and the Turks and Caicos Islands Caicos and the Caribbean in for this project. general so when Americans At a press conference are watching television in on Wednesday November 11th, February in March and April 2015 in the French Village when they’re freezing in their at Beaches Resorts and Spa, homes they like to see us out Vanna White Co- host told The in the sun and we hope that it SUN, “We have been doing will encourage them to spend Wheel of Fortune for 33 years the whole time here as well.” now and we are currently in Sajak who normally Turks and Caicos doing some comes here to Turks and prizes for our show which will Caicos to work added: “They be airing later in the season.” (Beaches) came to us a while White also visited the ago. We were looking for ways Ianthe Pratt Primary School we might be able to work in Providenciales where she together. We give away trips read to the Kindergarteners. on our show frequently and we She added: “I’ve been bringing have given away trips before By Todeline Defralien
and we are looking for a way to expand that relationship a little bit. In the past half a dozen years or so, almost annually we’ve gone to a Beaches or Sandals Resort in the Caribbean and we’ve spent some time shooting around there and we do a week of shows during which we show some of this footage that we’ve shot and we give away trips to the Islands and it worked for them. I think it helped their business and it works for us. As I said, our audience likes to see warm climates when it’s so cold and they feel like they’re on vacation when they’re watching our show.” Sajak said they give away trips to Europe, various parts of the United States, South America and Caribbean but the trips that most people seem to be most excited about are the ones to the tropics, cruises to the Caribbean, trips to Beaches Turks and Caicos, and trips to Hawaii. “We give away a lot of
(L-R) Vanna White Co- host of Wheel of Fortune and Host-Pat Sajak cash on our show and as Vanna syndicated game show in said we have been doing it for the United States, with over 33 years and we continue to be 6,000 episodes aired. TV the highest rated game show Guide named it the “topin the States and because of rated syndicated series” in the Miami stations down here, a 2008 article, and in 2013, we get a lot of viewers as well, the magazine ranked it at so we feel right at home when No. 2 in its list of the 60 we’re here. Obviously the greatest game shows ever. tourists know us from there The program has also come and a lot of the local folks do to gain a worldwide following from watching as well,” Sajak with sixty international explained. adaptations. The syndicated Wheel of Fortune series’ 33rd season premiered (often known simply as on September 14, 2015. Wheel) is an American The network version television game show created was originally hosted by Chuck by Merv Griffin. The show Woolery and Susan Stafford, features a competition in with Charlie O’Donnell as its which contestants solve word announcer. O’Donnell left in puzzles, similar to those used 1980, Woolery in 1981, and in Hangman, to win cash and Stafford in 1982; they were prizes determined by spinning replaced, respectively, by Jack a giant carnival wheel. Clark, Pat Sajak, and Vanna Wheel of Fortune White. ranks as the longest-running
H.A.B. MANAGEMENT LTD. POOL/BEACH ATTENDANTS To assist guests with their service needs at the pool and beach area in a courteous, professional and efficient manner. MAIN DUTIES •Greet guests immediately with a sincere and friendly welcome. Assist guests their needs related to the pool / beach area. •To understand and respond to all guest request, comments and concerns in a timely and professional manner, deferring to the Pool and Beach Manager when necessary to ensure guest satisfaction. •To follow specified procedures to provide prompt, efficient and gracious customer service to guests to ensure that all guest experiences are distinctively exceptional. •To set up pool and beach area with chairs, umbrellas and towels and to ensure that guests are provided with clean towels and water as needed. •Follow specified procedures to properly set-up pool and beach stations and perform side work, on a daily basis. •To be thoroughly familiar with the menus, service standards and procedures of the resort. •To keep the pool and beach area clear of used cups, plates, utensils and towels at all times.
REQUIREMENTS •Minimum two (2) years’ experience in a luxury resort environment with experience in Pool and Beach. •Self-motivated and dependable with an exceptional work ethic. •Previous Customer Service experience, within the Hospitality Industry, is preferred. •Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to listen and communicate effectively with resort guests and other team members. •Ability to speak, read and write fluently in the English language. •All employees must maintain a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance. •Certification in CPR is a plus. Wages $6.50 per hour. Interested applicants should contact Veronica Rigby via email by November 30, 2015 at ronnie@habgroup.com or by fax 649-946-5191. Only persons selected for an interview will be contacted by email or telephone to schedule an interview.
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Job Summary Managers the planning, coordination and execution of all events at Parrot Cay including Christmas & New Year. In addition, the individual will be responsible for developing strategies to meet aggressive revenue goals for Parrot Cay. The individual will participate in resort S&M activities i.e. dinners, luncheon, sites & coordinating photo shoots. Main Duties and Responsibilities •Solely responsible for servicing meetings and events for the hotel booked by Sales and maintain relationships with repeat clientele and handle VIP business. •Handle all contracts after the definite phase. Coordinate catering functions to ensure a high level of guest satisfaction and service. Contact clients for introductions and handle all servicing aspects of the group until check-out. Liaise with group contacts, collect rooming lists and confirm group needs and requests. •Service existing accounts and sell all hotel facilities to meet and/ or exceed budgeted revenue. Achieve outlined and assigned goals, objectives and activities. •Work with Director of Sales and Food and Beverage Management to strategize on menus. •Work with Sales to confirm group method of payment after the contract is signed and handle any billing issues until the hotel has been paid. •Coordinate all group deliveries (boxes, amenity bags, etc.); work closely with Front Office team to ensure packages/ amenity bags are effectively delivered. •Maintain accuracy of all documentation. Communicate effectively with Banquets, Front Office and Sales Departments to ensure that all departments are getting all the information for the group and are working together for smooth execution of events. •Attend daily and weekly resume/ BEO meetings with operational team as needed to discuss menu, setups and special requests. •Must display strong analytical, organizational, time management and administrative skills to be able to deal with multiple priorities simultaneously. Must have proven planning, decision making and problem solving skills with strong attention to detail and a hands-on approach. •Follow up with meeting planner after group event has concluded; obtain feedback and commentary about the sales and events phases of the meeting. •Handle group and wedding leads as required. •Solicit business from the local market for meetings and events. Key Skills: •Must be detail-oriented and highly organized with excellent written and verbal communication skills. •Ability to hire and supervise event staff negotiates contracts, meet deadlines, and manage budgets. •Must have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with all levels of management, make presentations, and lead meetings. •Strong computer skills and proficiency with word processing, database, and spreadsheet programs are essential. Requirement: •A bachelor’s degree in a field such as marketing or business administration, in addition to several years of experience in event
planning or conference management. •Minimum 3 years experience in event coordination or a combination of experience in event management and 2 years previous supervisory experience preferred. Preferred applicant will have experience in a hospitality environment. •Prefer prior experience with banquet/meeting sales, including interacting with vendors, and recommending appropriate amenities and services to guests. •Must be able to work a flexible, varied schedule based on business needs to include some nights, weekends, and holidays. •Will be required to live on Private Island. •Ability to work in a diverse environment with attention to cultural sensitivity. •Computer proficiency is required with a strong knowledge of all Microsoft Suite of products. Knowledge of Delphi system a strong plus. •Ability to stand and sit for extended periods of time. Ability to bend and kneel, and to carry/lift up to 25 pounds and push/pull up to 25 pounds.
Other Managerial Positions: •General Manager •Training Manager •Director of Owners Assets •Director of Engineering •Recreation Manager •Asst. Recreation Manager •Executive Housekeeper •Room Service Manager •Executive Chef •Executive Pastry Chef •Beach House Manager •Hotel Financial Controller
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Salary for this position will be paid base on qualification and experience. Please note that all application must be submitted with a valid Police Record, two reference letters from previous employers or a notary public and current educational certificates. Must be willing to relocate. Only suitable candidates will be contacted for an interview. Forward your resume to the Human Resources Department at the following address:
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Hon. Amanda Missick proudly announces Juvenile Center completed The center was born out of a need to find suitable housing which could provide supervised accommodation for lower to medium risk juvenile offenders, in order to provide interventions and options for society, in specialized juvenile justice interdiction for offending patterns as an alternative to custody. Presently young offenders are accommodated at Her Majesty’s Prison and although they are isolated from the general prison population, this is in contravention of international conventions and raises a number of human rights concerns. The alternative to this situation was to either send juvenile offenders abroad where they would be accommodated at appropriate facilities, which would prove to be quite costly, and may have caused them additional anxiety and subsequently cause further rebellion or to identify a suitable location/ building within the Turks and Caicos Islands (TCI) that would serve this purpose. Realizing this need, the Minister of Home Affairs at the time,
The Contractor, Olympic Construction handed over the Building to the Public Works Department, Ministry of Infrastructure, Housing and Planning on September 29th, 2015 and Minister, Hon. Amanda Missick handed over the keys to the new Minister of Home Affairs, Hon. George Lightbourne Hon. Amanda Missick put all her efforts into seeing this project take flight and painstakingly worked with her Team to bring this much needed facility to fruition. It is through her and her team’s scrupulous determination that this Juvenile Center was born.
Minister Missick stated “I am elated to see this project finally completed and ready for use, it will certainly make a difference in many lives. It is my aspiration that persons will positively benefit from the services provided and use the opportunity
afforded to them through this home, to better their circumstances and rejoin society as upstanding young men and women.” The Juvenile Center is conveniently located on the Old Airport Road. The location is considered ideal as it sits adjacent to, but not directly within, a neighborhood. The building, belonging to Mrs. Josephine James, although in good condition, the building was renovated, retrofitted and furnished at a cost of approximately $240,000.00 so as to be most suitable for the purpose of a Juvenile Home in which to safely and securely house Juveniles. The facility can accommodate at least twelve (12) juveniles (6 males and 6 females) in two separate sleeping quarters with shared social spaces. The recruitment of a house mother and eight (8) Juvenile Officers will manage the day to day operations of the home, with the Department of Social Development and Gender Affairs and Her Majesty’s Prison providing additional support where necessary.
Department of Agriculture Organizes Free Spay and Neuter Clinic The Department of Agriculture in its efforts to combat the stray dog population on the Island of Providenciales, has teamed up with the Animal Welfare Committee and Pets Without Vets (a not-for-profit organisation from the USA) to conduct a third spay and neuter clinic.
The clinic will be held at Atlantic Stones Systems, South Dock Road on November 16-20, 2015. Clinics begin each day at 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. There will also be free pickups for those who may not have the time or for persons that do not have access to a vehicle for transportation. Residents wishing to use this
service are being asked to call 946-5801 or 432SPAY. The Department and the Animal Welfare Committee are strongly urging residents to make use of this opportunity to partner with us as we aim to reduce the number of stray dogs in the Turks and Caicos Islands.
Youths and Violence Today The number of crimes committed by youths in the Turks and Caicos wrong life principles then it will affect you and the country greatly. Islands is steadily rising. You as adults face problems in your everyday life. As more mature individuals, We need to ask ourselves why this happening is. How could we allow this to you know how to deal with your problems in a more civilized manner. You sit happen? Also how can we stop this? down and work your problems out with one another. As youths, when we face a The youths of today are not being lead in the right direction by the problem we feel anger. Where anger lies we will most likely resolve the problem adults. Yes, this is true. Our young people are being pulled in every direction. in a manner that is not the best way to deal with it . That is why you as adults The direction of violence is one of the most dangerous. You, adults, are partly to are there. You are there to teach us how to resolve our problems. The only thing blame for this. You just stand by and watch as our youths wander off into the is, if you do not teach us we will resolve our problems with violence because we wrong crowd, and you do nothing to stop it. Most times you talk about us, not to do not know any better. us. By being silent on this issue we will teach our children that resolving Studies show that children who are exposed to violence from young problems with violence is the right way to do things. Then this will start a never age are more likely to suffer from attachment problems, regressive behaviour, ending cycle of violence that they will pass down to their children and so on. anxiety and depression and to have aggression and conduct problems. Other You need to stop this cycle now while you still have the chance. You need than talk about it, what are you doing as adults to help our youths to address to teach us the right way, before it is too late. these problems? You need to be the hand that guides them back in the right direction. Some of us have the mentality that if it is not directly affecting us, then we don't have to do anything about it. That thought right there, is the most untrue thing that you could ever think. This is because if the youths of today grow with the
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Five Cays Residents speak out at Town Hall
Cays Welcome Sign that was erected, plans to erect a welcome sign in Chalk Sound and Sapodilla Bay next year, Residents of the constituency request for more street lights for areas of Five Cays attended a town hall in Five Cays and South Dock, how meeting held by representative for to utilized the Community Center the area Sean Astwood on Tuesday effectively, upgrading of the Basketball November 10th at the community Court which the Sandals & Dwayne center in Five Cays. Wade Foundation have committed Those in attendance expressed to do early next year, repairs of the their appreciation to the MP for the lights on the basketball court, Cleanwork that he continues to do on their up campaign held on the 31st October, behalf. a job preparedness workshop which Having heard the concerns will be scheduled for early next year of residents in previous years Hon. for residents of Five Cays and others Astwood unveiled a plan to erect a in Providenciales who are in need of or much-needed entrance gate and wall to seeking a job, and a Christmas tree the Five Cays cemetery to the delight lighting and social which is scheduled of those in attendance, they all loved for early December 12th. the graphic representation of what the Residents expressed their new entrance will look like. frustration over the lack of attention Persons committed themselves paid to the area by Government to assist with this project. The MP also to fix the roads in the community revealed that he has been pressing the especially in the south of Five Cays Government to reform the Cemetery where subdivisions have been left Ordinance to address the lack of in an unusable state. The town hall management and control of “public heard from one member who detailed cemetery” to help bring comfort to that a large sinkhole had evolved but those whose loved ones are buried nothing had been done to address the around the islands especially in Five dangerous road conditions. Cays. He said, “Cemeteries in this Residents also detailed their country are not properly legislated concern over nasty standing water in for. The only legal public cemetery is an area that Government had refused in Grand Turk”. He further vowed to to pump because of a policy not to use address this. Government resources on private land. Other matters discussed were The outcry from the residents over this community projects, such as the Five policy was loud and boisterous by Hon. Sharlene Cartwrigth-Robinson
Leader of the Oppisition
East Bay Resort
A construction Site in South Caicos requires the following: An Electrician Requirement: Applicants must have at least three (3) years of experience in the area and must be prepared to live in South Caicos. Salary $900.00 weekly depending on experience. Interested applicants should send CV and Cover Letter to: The Project Manager Fax: 946-3611 ADVERTISEMENT FOR AIRPORT REPRESENTATIVE Flight support Limited is seeking a candidate to fill the position as An Airport Representative. The successful candidate must have the following qualities, knowledge and experience: 5 years or more experience of working in the airline industry with current and specific knowledge of ground handling services. Ability to work on weekend and holidays Excellent command of the English both written and verbal. Experience in working with ground handling services of customer services and ramp operations Ability to supervise and schedule team members to provide efficient services Ability and working knowledge of providing strategic planning for operational and aviation maintenance methods. Excellent knowledge of human behavior and performance, ability to supervise and motivate team to work to achieve organization’s goals. Ability to work independently and with others to solve problems Detailed orientated Can establish good working relationships with internal and external customers.
Hon. Sean Astwood addresses the Town Hall Meeting against the Government decision. Hon. The Honorable Astwood told Astwood detailed his multiple requests the gathering that he has lots more good to Government over the matter but things and ideas for his community. He promised to raise the Government said that he is determined to change neglect in Parliament the following the conversation about Five Cays to a morning. positive one. The lack of drainage The town hall ended on a infrastructure dominated the concerns celebratory note with the unveiling of of residents, one who said, “We need the winning trophy from the Heritage to have drainage that takes the water Day Parade celebrations in October. All from where it settles after the rain and in attendance shared a proud moment out to the sea”. over the district’s winning float.
HEAD OF CIVIL LITIGATION An experienced Civil Litigator is required for a firm based in Providenciales The successful candidate must have at least 15 years experience and must demonstrate experience and knowledge of having dealt independently with all matters relating to civil practice, litigation and employment law dispute resolution. Must have excellent communication skills, both oral and written and be capable of production of documents and forms as required. Must have vehicle and driving license. The applicant must be able to work overtime when required. References will be required. Remuneration based on experience. Applications must be submitted no later than Friday November 20 2015 to Employment Department F Corporate & Management Services Limited Tel 649-339-6275 Fax 649-941-4777
COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Accepting applications for Grade 1 Teacher REQUIREMENTS
•Must be a born again believer •Must have at least 5 years teaching experience with a Certificate or higher in Teacher Education from a recognized Educational Institution. •Familiarization with Abeka teaching program would be an asset. •Familiarization with Primary Education within the Caribbean. GRADE K5 TEACHER
Requirements
•Must be a born again believer •Must have at least 2 years teaching experience with a Certificate or higher in Teacher Education or Early Childhood from a recognized Educational Institution. •Familiarization with Abeka teaching program would be an asset. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Suitable applicants may forward resumes addressed to: The School Board Community Fellowship Centre Leeward Highway, Providenciales Turks and Caicos Islands Tel: 649-941-3484 Fax: 649-941-3482 Email: comassem@tciway.tc
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Pelican Bay Restaurant rules Food and Wine Street Jerk Fest By Vivian Tyson
Senior Sun Editor
Pelican Bay Restaurant, located on the grounds of the Royal West Indies Resort on Providenciales, walked away with the 2015 edition of the People’s Choice Awards for Best Ribs and Best Chicken at the penultimate day of the Caribbean Food and Wine Festival Street Jerk Fest, at Salt Restaurant in Leeward, on Saturday, November 7. Peter Redstone, Executive Chef of Pelican Bay Restaurant and his crew were over the moon at the announcements. Redstones told The SUN that the win cements Pelican Bay as the best Ribs and Jerk Chicken among both the local as well as the travelling public. This year marks the third year in a row that Pelican was awarded the best jerk ribs and chicken in the Turks and Caicos Islands. “You can’t ask for more than that, can you?” Redstones gleefully asked in rhetorically fashion. “Every Sunday, we do a jerk fest at Pelican Bay with live music involved Keno and Kazz, local jerk ribs and jerk chicken. The awards proved that Pelican Bay has the most awesome jerks in Provo,”
Sanajah Forbes (second from left), of Blue Haven Resort, presents one of the two trophies to Pelican Bay Restaurant for winning the People’s Choice Best Jerk Chicken and Ribs. Executive Chef, Peter Redstone (fourth from left) collects the prize while members of his elated team share in the occasion. Redstones said. For her part, Malaika Wint, overly impressed with the turnout at In the judging segment, proprietor for Kalooki’s Restaurant said the event, bearing in mind that the Pelican Bay snatched second spot, but that the win proves her establishment festival had relocated from the Grace did not place in the jerk ribs category. is doing something right. Bay strip. Kalooki’s Restaurant captured the top “I am pleased to know that the The Turks Caicos Islands Food spot in the Jerk Chicken category, with judges thought that our chicken was and Wine Festival, which began on West Bay Club placing third. Tiki Hut that good. We do our best and it is good Friday, November 6, culminated on was awarded top spot in the jerk ribs that someone appreciates it,” Wint Sunday, November 9, with brunch at category over Blue Haven in second said. the Amanyara Resort. and Big Al’s in third. Wint said also that she was
Governor lauds TCI’s gender progresses; warns on child safeguarding measures His Excellency Governor Peter Beckingham has lauded Turks and Caicos Islands’ progress in gender issues. “TCI has set a notable pace in women here reaching senior positions. With the Deputy Premier, two other Cabinet Ministers, the Leader of the Opposition, Deputy Governor and AG all women at or near the head of their careers, Turks and Caicos Islanders have a record that they can be proud of,” the Governor said at a meeting arranged by UNICEF and the Ministry of Home Affairs on November 11th in Grand Turk about child and
gender issues. The number of women in senior positions in the public sector is also notable, the Governor said, and compared positively to UK government departments. “But there is no room for complacency” the Governor warned “especially in the area of child protection. This is a topic which will be on the agenda of the Overseas Territories’ Joint Ministerial Council next month, when UK Ministers will be discussing with Premiers the strength of child safe-guarding. Turks and Caicos, like the other
Territories, will be expected over the next year to demonstrate that it has all the necessary measures in place in schools and government departments.” The Governor noted with sadness the recent death of a six year old in North Caicos, which is currently a case under legal and administrative review. The workshop at which the Governor spoke was for members of the social development department, teachers and other community workers, was also supported by UN Women and the UK’s Department for International Development.
Palms Resort stages Food and Wine showpiece A textbook display of culinary showmanship by the food and beverage department of the Palms Resort was the highlight for many who attended the Caribbean Food and Wine Festival, which ran from November 5 to 8, in Providenciales. The show of gastronomic brilliance occurred during the Gourmet Safari, which took place on the second day of the event, Friday, November 6, which involved six stops. Not only were the guests awed by the sumptuousness of the meal, comprising Lamb Duet – Braised Lamb Ragu in a vanilla bean Tortelloni, Smoked Lamb Loin, Barolo DemiGlace with Michele Chiarlo Wines - but also with lavish and captivating ambience of the resort’s ballroom, where the event was held. The dining arrangement was done in a squared fashion with the tables and chairs positioned close to the four walls, with the food preparation area stationed in the centre of the room behind a thick white linen veil, leaving ample space between the dining tables and the food preparation area. The veils were also used as video projection screens. Leading up to the releasing of the curtains to unveil the food-preparation station, video displays of wine pouring from a bottle into a class was projected on the
Servers getting ready to dish up their guests at the Food and Wine Festival screens. guests could not resist applauding A spontaneous ooh and ahh the staff immediately after they were greeted the releasing of the curtains served. to reveal the meticulous display of Even after leaving the Palms culinary artistry, led by Chef Loren. for the Gansevoort Resort, for the Guests got the opportunity to see the Brugal After Party at Stelle, many of chefs applying the final touches of the guests were still talking about the inspiration to their entrée. showpiece. Seconds later, a number of The Gourmet Safari started at servers appeared almost from nowhere, Grace Bay Club with Appetizers in a flawlessly positioning themselves in cocktail reception setting and featured front the food station, simultaneously Michele Chiarlo Arneis DOCG 2014 taking up a pair of plates before marching in unison to serve their Wines. A Junkanoo band then led the salivating guests. The Safari to the Coyaba Restaurant for
the First Course and featured Michele Chiarlo Gavi Le Marne DOCG, 2013. From Coyaba, the guests were bused to Seven Stars where a beach deck dinner under the skies and a beach bond fire created a sizzling ambience, as the guest feasted on the second course and Michele Chiarlo Barbaresco Reyna DOCG, 2011. The Safari them moved to the Palms for Entrée and then to Stelle at Gansevoort for dissert, where Michele Chiaralo’s Nivole Moscato d’Asti DOCG 2013 was served. The fifth Annual Caribbean Food and Wine Festival, featured some of the world’s top wine-makers and chefs. The event started with a welcome dinner Seven Stars Resort on Thursday, November 5. On Friday, just after midday was the Women of Wine Luncheon at the Fire and Ice Restaurant at Blue Haven Resort, and in the evening the Gourmet Safari. On Saturday from late morning to the early afternoon was the Food and Wine Pairing at West Bay Club. Later in the afternoon the Street Jerk Fest was held at the Salt Restaurant in Leeward. Later in the night, Dinner with the Stars was held at Grace Bay Club. The festival culminated on Sunday, November 8, with Brugal and Brunch at the Amanyara Resort.
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Local artist Chrystal Charles hosted a spectacular show Popular local singer dance piece, Dominique Rolle who is Chrystal Charles showcased her rich a poet, O’Brien Forbes. talent before a packed and diverse Charles told The SUN, “I audience in her self-produced, A felt overwhelmed about last night, night of Jazz & Soul, which took the support and the turnout were place on Wednesday November 11th, great, and I felt like I have overcome 2015 at The Palms Courtyard. my first hurdle in being a celebrity Charles lived up to in my own land. I would love for us expectations and delivered several to support each other throughout. classics and hits with elegance and I’m very excited, I’m very happy, I’m class, in an awesome performance very grateful for the outcome.” that received several rounds of She added: “The advice applause from audience. that I have for young artistes is It was truly a night to promote yourself, be true to yourself remember and it confirmed that and push, keep pushing. Don’t let the local songstress is destined anybody stop you, no matter what for greatness. it is. Even if you tell your parents The night was filled with ‘I want to be a performer’ and they many performances by local ask you ‘what else you want to be, it artistes including Carl Lewis is a very practical question because a local artist /songwriter we here in Turks and Caicos Islands who debuted his hit song will let them know that you’re going “For You” live along with to put your all in performing.” Chrystal Charles, Mr. “Young artistes need to Branford Handfield and align themselves with people who son, Shara Goldsmith want to see them do well and who who performed a want to see them prosper and not
just there for the hype. Be humble, be respectful, be quiet to understand everything that is going on around them because there is a lot that goes into everything,” Charles continued. The aim of the event was to purchase equipment for the music program at the Edward Gartland Youth Centre in Providenciales. Portion of the proceeds made from the event will be put towards getting equipment for everyone who is there to come and be able to learn about their cultural, music as well as to play and to hopefully have a full band that can go out and play at various events. Charles wanted to let her supporters know that this is not the last from her. She said, “In March there is going to be a comedy show called ‘Ignorance Dressed Up In Elegance’ accompanied by the band called ‘Fex and Friends’ whose leader is Fexnel Colvert, it’s going to be beautiful so look out for It.”
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Highlights of the Caribbean Food and Wine Festival Street Jerk Fest
The Street Jerk Fest was one of the top highlights of the just-concluded annual Caribbean Food and Wine Festival. Held at the Salt Restaurant at the Blue Haven Resort in Leeward this year, the event was
flocked by scores of tourists and locals. In addition to sumptuous foods, the event was decked with local performances, which the patrons enjoyed immensely. The following are photo highlights of the event.
A display of the delectable jerk ribs
A mouth-watering exhibit of the foods that were on show at the festival
Tiki Hut was voted Best Jerk Ribs
A section of the turnout at the event
Chef Joseph of West Bay Club ensures that the corn and meat are properly grilled
At the Kalooki’s grill
The most powerful woman in local sport, Sonia Bien-Aime (left), President of the TCIFA and Executive of member of world governing football body – FIFA – hangs out with friends at the event
Patron sample some of the sumptuous foods at the festival
T’avion Bain (left) and Kristine Toomer perform at the event
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Big Al’s captures third place in the Best Jerk Ribs category
Blue Haven Resort took second spot in the Best Jerk Rib category
The innovative dancer, Tommy, in full flight
The Caribbean Food and Wine Festival Street Jerk Fest was for the entire family
Chef Andre of West Bay Club not only has a winning culinary but also a winning smile
News anchor Joddy Harvey and daughter having a whale of a time at the event
Kalooki’s Restaurant was adjudged the winner in the Best Jerk Chicken category
The lovely Vanessa Brooks (left) and Todeline Defralien
Chef Peter of Pelican Bay poses with two People’s Choice Trophies for Best Jerk Ribs and Jerk Chicken
Patrons at the Yellow Pages booth
The food was great and the performances were exciting
Patrons having good time at the Caribbean Food and Wine Festival Street Jerk Fest
Keno Forbes
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Intensive blood pressure lowering cuts heart failure, death: study
Lowering blood pressure below a commonly used target dramatically reduced heart failure and risk of death in adults aged 50 and older in a large U.S. government-sponsored study, results that could lead to a change in treatment guidelines and medical practice. The data presented on Monday had some potentially troubling side effects that researchers said need further analysis, but they felt the benefits outweighed the risk. "I think this is a big deal," said Dr. Marc Pfeffer of Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston, who critiqued the study at an American Heart Association scientific meeting in Orlando, Florida. Treatment guidelines should be changed accordingly, he said. "If there is a problem with an individual patient, you can always back off." The scheduled five-year study of more than 9,300 patients with hypertension was stopped almost two years early after independent monitors saw a clear benefit on mortality and other risk factors. Preliminary results comparing patients whose blood pressure was lowered to below 120 versus those with a target of under 140 were announced in September, a month after the study was halted. More detailed data unveiled at the AHA meeting showed additional benefits of more intensive
A doctor puts his hand over his chest during a ''House call'' rally against proposed healthcare reform legislation at the Capitol in Washington lowering of systolic pressure, the top number in a blood pressure reading. Blood pressure of 140 over 90 has been a commonly used target, but a lack of consensus was a prime reason for conducting the trial. Heart failure, a leading cause of hospitalizations, was reduced by 38 percent, and death from heart-related causes was 43 percent lower in the more aggressively treated patients, researchers found. Previously reported findings showed reducing blood pressure to below 120 cut the combined rate of heart attacks, strokes and heart failure by almost a third, and the risk of death from any
cause by nearly a quarter. But the more intensive treatment group had 1-2 percent higher rates of adverse side effects, including hypotension, or unusually low blood pressure, fainting, electrolyte abnormalities and, perhaps most troubling, kidney damage or failure. The rate of kidney problems was 4.1 percent in the lower blood pressure group versus 2.5 percent for the under 140 group. Patients over age 75 appeared to have no additional problems tolerating more intensive treatment, which researchers found comforting. People who had a prior stroke or
diabetes were excluded from the study, but 30 percent had chronic kidney disease. High blood pressure is considered a leading risk factor for heart disease, kidney failure and other health problems. The results are sure to set off a lively debate over whether guidelines for treating hypertension should be changed to the lower target. "The magnitude of benefit has been so clearly demonstrated that we do believe the evidence from the Sprint trial should be considered when providers and the guidelines committees decide what should be the optimal blood pressure target," said Dr. Jackson Wright, lead author of a New England Journal of Medicine article, on the study. Researchers are still analyzing the data to see if more intensive blood pressure lowering affects cognitive decline one way or the other, or has an impact on long-term kidney disease. The lower blood pressure was achieved by adding one additional medicine, for an average of three medications, from a variety of classes available as inexpensive generic drugs. The classes include angiotensin receptor blockers, or ARBs, such as Novartis' Diovan, calcium channel blockers, like Pfizer's Norvasc, ACE inhibitors, including Pfizer's Altace, and diuretics, such as Merck's Hyzaar.
Hope Corner
Live With It…Part 1 There are times in our lives that we face situations and circumstances that can cause us to question what it is that we believe. We often are tempted to ask the question “Why Me?” In these times it can feel like the very ground that we stand on has been shaken and stirred, and internally even if it is not seen outward you struggle to make sense of what to do next. If you were ever in a situation like this and you are like me, no doubt you turned to prayer. You prayed and told it all to God and after you said amen you just knew that when you got up that things were going to change. Only to find out that it didn’t, you prayed and the hurt was still there, you prayed and the situation was still the same. Then you
begin a cycle of praying and expecting, but the thing that you are praying for still doesn’t change. This cycle can cause you to be frustrated and want to give up. This is a long personal introduction to how I felt when my son Isreal was diagnosed with Autism. The first thing that gripped me was fear, I was afraid and the fear kept me up at night. I worried about his future and all I could think about for him was a life filled with sorrow, heartache, solitude and misery. My mind was restless with worry because I thought about how hard it will be for Isreal to make friends, to socialize “appropriately” and to be accepted. I thought about him being teased and bullied and I literally
would start to cry. As a father I saw though I had up this façade of strength my son’s life flash before me. Will he and I even started to fool myself into ever be able to play sports? Will he believing that I was alright. I can ever be able to get married and have a tell you, if you do not take the time to happy acknowledge the pain and adversity; to “normal” productive life? I thought own it, express it, and confess it, that back to the first time I held him and fear will cripple you and you will be looked in his eyes, I remembered all of stuck in neutral. the hopes and dreams and aspirations “The strongest oak of the that I had for him and now I knew I forest is not the one that is protected was wrong; that they wouldn’t be from the storm and hidden from the fulfilled. But I couldn’t let my wife sun. It’s the one that stands in the open see or know that, I couldn’t let my where it is compelled to struggle for its family see that, because I had to be existence against the winds and rains strong, I had to somehow have the and the scorching sun.” -Napoleon Hill answers and let them know that it (1883-1970) was going to be alright. I said all of Almando F. A. Rigby the right things so that they would see PRO, The Hope Foundation for Autism strength, but inside I was torn, even Awareness (TCI) Inc.Isreal’s Father
Chipotle to reopen 43 restaurants after E. coli all-clear Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc incident, Chipotle said on Tuesday. said it would reopen all 43 restaurants The burrito chain said it in Seattle and Portland after health would replace all ingredients at the officials found no evidence of E. coli restaurants and reopen them in the bacteria at those outlets. "coming days". The company had closed the Shares of the company, known for using restaurants on Oct. 31 after health organic ingredients and antibiotic-free officials linked 11 Chipotle outlets to meat, were up 2.4 percent at $623.96 some cases of food poisoning caused by in morning trading. the bacteria. The Oregon Health Authority Health officials concluded had said on Nov. 1 that three cases that there is no ongoing risk from the of E. coli in Oregon and at least 19 in
Washington had been linked to eating as the culprit, because contaminated at Chipotle restaurants since Oct. 14. food is at times consumed before the One third of the affected customers samples are collected, the Washington had been hospitalized, but no deaths health department has said. were reported, the health authority Chipotle had earlier seen two separate had said. outbreaks of salmonella and the On Monday, health officials highly infectious norovirus due to food said food samples taken from the contamination. restaurants found no presence of E. Up to Monday's close, coli bacteria. Chipotle's shares had fallen nearly 5 Food outbreak investigations do not percent since the company announced always identify a specific food source the closure of restaurants.
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We hire smiles!!!
The Resort will be holding a series of Job Fairs to find Talent for the season… we hire the personality and train the individual. Beaches Turks and Caicos Resort Villages and Spa, the only 6 Diamond All-inclusive property in the Caribbean is inviting applications from Turks and Caicos Islanders for the following vacant positions. Applicants must have a clean police record and a good command of the English language both written and spoken. In addition candidates must be able to work nights, public holidays and week-ends. The Resort thanks everyone for their interest in advance and advises that applicants will be contacted for an interview via Text Message. Please forward your resumes by Friday November 20th 2015 to secure an interview date and time. Feel free to drop your resumes in our secure resume drop-box at the Service Gate, or email it to mmvaughn@grp.sandals.com, or fax to 649 946 4870.
There are vacancies from Entry Level to Management positions: Below are some of the openings in our departments (this list is not exhaustive) and we are inviting Turks and Caicos Islanders applicants: •Accounts (Accountant, Clerk etc.) •Bars (Beach and Pool server, Bar Porter, Bartender etc.) •Concierge (Agent, Junior Concierge etc.) •Cost Control (Porter, Clerk etc.) •Dining Room (Server, Supervisor, Restaurant Manager etc.) •Engineering (Certified skilled technical persons.) •Environmental Health and Safety (Assistant Manager or Coordinator) •Entertainment (Dancer, Singer, Musician, Animator etc.) •Front Office (Agent, Bellman etc.) •Gift Shop (Assistant Manager, Sales Representative etc.) •Grounds (Groundsman) •Gym (Gym Attendant) •Housekeeping (Houseman, Room Attendant, Linen Room Attendant etc.) •Human Resources (Clerk) •Kids Kamp (Attendant/ Counselor) •Kitchen (Cooks Grade 1,2 and 3) •Laundry (Attendant) •Photoshop (Photographer, Sales Representative ) •Public Relations (Media Specialist) •Projects (Assistant Project Manager, Construction Supervisor) •Sales (Junior Sales Executive) •Security (Officer, Supervisor) •Spa (Certified skilled therapist) •Stewarding (Steward) •Training (Assistant Manager) •Transportation (on resort buggies and train) •Watersports (Towel Runner, Waterpark, Beach and Pool Attendant, Dive Instructor etc.) •Weddings (Wedding Steward) Applicants will be contacted via text only to confirm your interview Applications giving full details of qualifications and experience should be sent to: mmvaughn@grp.sandals.com or Fax to: 941-4870 Attn: M McClean-Vaughn or dropped off in the “Resume Box” at the Service Gate. and should reach not later than November 20th 2015.
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IMMEDIATE OPENING Upholsterer/Painter The Upholsterer is responsible for repairing wood and rebuilding upholstered furniture, using hand tools with a wide knowledge of fabrics and upholstery methods. The key responsibilities are: •Operate sewing machine to seam cushions and join various sections of covering materials •Repair seats, sofas, curtains, carpet and mattresses •Gather and assemble specified upholstery materials and accessories for upholstered furniture •Ensure that the upholstery workshop is tidy and clean •Keep inventory record of the stored upholstery items •Maintain machines and equipments in good condition at all times •Maintain upholstery in all outlets, lobby, corridor and guestrooms •Organize and take inventory of all fabric materials and sewing accessories •Ensure that the fabric materials that used in making the upholstery is correct •Assume duties and task assigned by Superiors •Also, responsible for resorting and painting furniture pieces; and •Must have knowledge of paint products and blending techniques. Skills: Education, Qualifications & Experiences The Candidate should ideally have a technical education in upholstery with at least 5 years previous experiences in a similar upholstering role. Experience as an upholsterer in housekeeping or in a hotel and a good command of English is considered an advantage. Knowledge & Competencies: The ideal candidate will be a friendly, caring, dedicated individual with good cross cultural sensitivity and the capability to identify priorities with a willingness to put in an extra effort and time when required. You will work well under pressure in a fast paced environment and enjoy working with a multi-cultural team and guests alike, while possessing following additional competencies: •Understanding the Job •Taking Responsibility •Recognizing Differences •Customer Focus •Adaptability •Teamwork Starting salary $9.00 per hour Waste Water Plant Operator/Mechanic Requirements: •Minimum 2 years prior experience in the Waste Water plant of a luxury hotel property. •Knowledge of water testing and reading sample results. •Proficiency with hospitality operating systems. •Strong organizational and time management discipline with ability to multi-task. •Solid judgment and ability to resolve conflicts effectively. •Must be able and willing to work all days and shifts Duties Include: •Take water samples and provide testing for sediment amount, chlorine and ph. •Ability to make adjustments to the plant equipment pending outcome of testing results. •Washing down of all floats, sidewalks, equipment and railings on a daily basis. •The technician will also be required to fill the chlorine feeder with the proper amount of tablets as needed. •Responsible to do all checks and repairs on plant equipment to include air compressors, pumps and filter equipment. •Ensure that proper backwashing is done on a regular basis or as needed. •Required to legibly record all discrepancies and testing information on a daily record log. Starting salary $7.00 per hour not including service charge. Chief Engineer Requirements: •Minimum of 7 years previous experience as Chief Engineer/Director of Engineering with experience in luxury resort •Post secondary degree or equivalent qualification by experience •Thorough understanding of plumbing, electrical, HVAC and deep refrigeration with ability to quickly evaluate problems and decide on a plan of action •Experienced with waste water treatment plant •Understanding of all concepts behind landscape and grounds maintenance •Experience developing and implementing effective preventive maintenance programs •Knowledge of Opera system is also a definite plus •Must be able to work all days and shifts Duties Include: •Supervising/managing/overseeing maintenance and engineering departments as well as landscaping •Maintaining and refining preventive maintenance program •Develop and monitor annual operating , Capex and project budgets •Serve as project manager for renovation/upgrade projects including sourcing, vendors and establishing schedules and budgets Starting salary $50,000.00 per annum. Stewarding Manager Requirements: •Prior experience managing the stewarding department of a 5 star Luxury Resort. •Must have an excellent working knowledge of the kitchens, equipment, food productions, sanitation, hygiene and safety. •Must be able to organize and delegate large banquet functions. •Must be able and willing to work all days and shifts. Duties Include: •Ensures the maintenance of a clean, sanitary kitchen by supervising steward personnel •Issuing cleaning supplies to stewards, checking usage and making adjustments •Ensuring that kitchen floors and walk-ins are clean •Monitoring cafeteria and provide assistance to kitchen personnel during set-up and clean-up •Working with the Food & Beverage Director banquet orders •Taking inventory of and ensure proper amounts china, dishes etc. are available •Ensuring the training of and proper use daily of all safety, hygiene and sanitation Starting salary $35,000 per annum not including service charge.
Purpose: Responsible for creating memorable, luxury dining experiences for guests, ensuring all guests are promptly, courteously and knowledgeably attended in accordance with all food & beverage department and resort standards. Areas of Responsibility: •Complete opening and/or closing duties as required by shift, in accordance with established procedures and standards; ensure adequate supplies of all beverage, food and service items for shift. •Maintain positive personal presence with body language and demeanor, complying with all hotel and department grooming and dress code standards. •Greet all guests in a timely and courteous manner, offering a warm welcome, offering service and establishing correct ambiance and tone for the dining experience. •Take and serve food and beverage orders knowledgeably and accurately. •Up sell food and beverage items to maximize revenue. •Serve all food and beverage in accordance with all standards of service; provide continuous, attentive service maintaining positive guest interactions and experiences. •Use knowledge of guest and name to ensure a high level of guest recognition and personalized service. •Maintain cleanliness and ambiance of guest areas throughout shift. •Ensure guest checks are accurate and all revenue is collected and properly recorded. •Attend all daily briefings, meetings and training as required. •In addition, other duties as may be requested or required by department or other manager. Requirements: •Minimum 1 year experience in a hotel restaurant preferably in a luxury hotel •Accuracy and attention to detail •Able to stand for long periods •Able to lift 50 pounds •Good written and spoken communication skills •Able to use computer systems accurately and efficiently •Must be organized be organized and detail oriented •Able to handle a fast paced environment and be able to work under pressure •Must be able and willing to work all days and shifts Starting salary $6.25 per hour not including service charge and tips. Pastry Chef de Parte Purpose: Responsible for the preparation of all menu items for the Pastry kitchen, ensuring a quality product is delivered. Indicators of Success: •Minimum 4 years cooking experience in a luxury hotel environment. •Proven experience in all sections of the kitchen. •Excellent communication skills, both written and spoken. •Tertiary culinary qualification preferred. Areas of Responsibility: •Ensure mis-en-place is set for all stations of the Pastry kitchen. •Ability to read recipes, check food presentations and displays with precision. •Check the quality of the product to ensure the standards for food service are maintained. •Show precision cuts and knife use. •Demonstrate ability to prepare all types of bakery items with the correct method and temperature. •Ensure the correct rotation and storage of products for quality selection. •Ensure the Pastry Kitchen is kept clean and sanitary. •Follow directions from the Pastry Chef or other Kitchen management with accuracy. •Communicate any defects in kitchen equipment to the Pastry Chef. •In addition, other duties as may be required as directed by your Manager. Key Skills and Requirement: •Minimum 1 year experience in a hotel restaurant preferably in a luxury hotel. •Accuracy and attention to detail. •Excellent communication skills, both written and spoken. •Must have skills in mathematics. •Able to stand for long periods of time. •Able to carry up to 20kgs. •Able to handle a fast paced environment and be able to work under pressure. •Must be organized and detailed oriented. Starting salary $8.50 per hour not including service charge. Senior Sous Chef Purpose: Responsible for the preparation of all menu items for outlet, ensuring a quality product is delivered and oversee execution to adhere to resort quality standards. Indicators of Success: •Minimum 6 years cooking experience in a luxury hotel environment. •Minimum 2 years experience as a Sous Chef in a luxury hotel environment. •Proven experience in all sections of the kitchen. •Excellent communication skills, both written and spoken. •Tertiary culinary qualification preferred. Areas of Responsibility: •Ensure mis-en-place is set for all stations of outlet kitchen. •Ability to read recipes, check food presentations and displays with precision. •Check the quality of the product to ensure the standards for food service are maintained. •Show precision cuts and knife use. •Demonstrate ability to cook meat, fish and vegetables with the correct method and temperature. •Create daily specials for outlet with guidance and approval from Executive Sous Chef or Executive Chef. •Ensure the correct rotation and storage of products for quality selection. •Ensure the Kitchen is kept clean and sanitary. •Follow directions from the Executive Sous Chef or Executive Chef with accuracy. •Communicate any defects in kitchen equipment to the Executive Sous Chef. •In addition, other duties as may be required as directed by your Manager. Key Skills and Requirement: •Minimum 6 years experience in a hotel restaurant preferably in a luxury hotel. •Accuracy and attention to detail. •Excellent communication skills, both written and spoken. •Management Skills. •Must have skills in mathematics. •Able to stand for long periods of time. •Able to carry up to 20kgs. •Able to handle a fast paced environment and be able to work under pressure. •Must be organized and detailed oriented. Starting salary $38,000 per annum, not including service charge.
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Interested applicants should apply to The Palms, Human Resources Department, Monday through Friday, and bring along an updated resume, or by emailing your resume to kitchandra.penn@thepalmstc.com, no later than end of day Friday, November 13th, 2015.
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IMMEDIATE OPENING Pastry Chef Requirements: •Must have previously worked as a pastry chef for a minimum of 5 years in a luxury Resort . •Demonstrate understanding of the technical skills for assigned area (all kitchen work stations). •Post secondary degree or equivalent qualification by experience. •Experience with, and are comfortable preparing a variety of different pastries in a fine dining environment. •Understand the importance of consistency. •Knowledge of food preparation techniques and health/safety requirements. •Must be able and willing to work all days and shifts. Duties include: •Assists in creating and developing dishes for the pastry department •Ensures the highest quality of product within cost constraints by participating in the preparation of baked goods, pastries, desserts, ice carvings and show pieces •Assists in creating daily specials and signature desserts •Assist in producing the production of all pastry items, ensuring the right quantity and the highest standards of quality •Maintenance of pastry equipment •Requisition food with necessary approvals according to policy Starting salary $6.25 an hour not including service charge. Front Office Manager Requirements: •Minimum 5 years’ relevant experience with at least 3 year at a management level. •Must have a Degree from School for Tourism & Hotel Management or other professional qualification. •Manage and supervise all tasks of front office personnel to ensure guests receive prompt, cordial attention and personal recognition. •Supervise the Front Office team to ensure optimum occupancy and average room rate for the purpose of maximizing revenue. •Monitor Front Office, and particularly Guest Relations personnel, to ensure priority guests, repeat guests and other VIPs receive special attention and recognition. •Promote Inter-Hotel sales and in-house facilities and monitors Front Office Marketing techniques in line with FIT marketing program. •Assume overall responsibility for maintaining standards to ensure furnishings facilities and equipment are clean, in good repair and well maintained. •Interpret computer reports and compile relevant statistics for front office. •Conduct comprehensive monthly departmental meetings to include a review of procedures and events which warrants special handling and detailed information. •Communicate to Hotel Manager all pertinent information such as the expected arrival and departure of VIPs. •Prepare efficient work and vacation schedule for Front Office Staff, taking into consideration project occupancy and forecasts and any large group movements. •Work with the Human Resource Manager to ensure the departmental performance of staff is productive. Duties include: •Plan for future staffing needs and recruit in line with company guidelines. •Prepare detailed induction programs for new staff. •Analyze training needs of Front Office staff and develop training programs. •Conduct probation and formal performance appraisals. •Coach, counsel, discipline staff and provide constructive feedback to staff. •Work with the Finance and Business Manager in the preparation and management of the department’s budget. •Adhere to OH&S policies and procedures and ensure all direct reports do the same. Starting salary $35,000.00- $40,000.00 per annum commensurate with qualification and experience. Labourer Duties Include: •General laborer duties as assigned by the supervisor or manager. •Willingness to work varying schedules, split shifts, nights, weekends and holidays. Salary $6.25 an hour not including service charge. Kitchen Steward Duties Include: •Clean & sanitize all areas of the kitchen •Operate dishwashing machine in a safe, accident free manner •Must be able and willing to work all days and shifts Starting salary $6.25 per hour not including service charge. Financial Controller Requirements: •10-12 years experience in financing/accounting in hospitality industry •At least 5 years management/supervisory experience at a property of similar size, Quality and business structure. •At least 3 years of international multi-unit property experience. • Post secondary degree or equivalent qualification by experience •Advanced knowledge and skills in computer systems, most specifically, Excel Spreadsheet Solutions. •Complete understanding of Executive Committee level functions. •Demonstrated understanding of interdepartmental relations and expectations in the luxury hotel market. •Sound knowledge of both European and American Accounting Plans. •Previous and in depth experience, understanding and application of management contracts. •Thorough understanding of H.O.A. contracts and contractual management. •Solid training in all areas of Accounting from A/P, A/R, General Ledger, Credit, Collections, Audit, Inventory control, Payroll, Budgeting, Costing, P&L preparation and analysis, etc. •Must be able and willing to work all days and shifts Duties Include: •Managing the day to day operations of the accounting department and overseeing the staff. •Assisting executive management, ownership and related associations with the production of financial reports, detailed analysis and business outlook.
•Directing departments in the preparation and consolidation of financial budgets and projections. •Prepare, present and provide interpretation of operational reports as they impact the business finances. •Developing and maintaining chart of accounts and master lists. •Actively involved in yield management and revenue enhancement. •Coordinating internal and external audits. Starting salary $60,000-$75,000 not including service charge. Executive Housekeeper Requirements: •Must have minimum 10-12 years experience as an executive housekeeper in branded luxury hotel/resort •Post secondary degree or equivalent qualification by experience •Must have knowledge of Opera (Fidelio) hotel operating system •Must have knowledge of laundry operations •Must have experience managing large Department (50 or more employees) •Ability to train coach and counsel staff •Ability to determine appropriate staffing levels based on anticipated business, and create staffing schedules which optimize the balance between desired profitability, and guest demands •Thorough understanding of the elements and components of luxury services, set-ups and supplies • Must have financial knowledge and ability to Analyze P & L statements, develop operating budgets, forecasting and capital expenditure planning •Must have advanced knowledge of standard software applications •Good communication and relationship building skills to interact effectively with managers and Unit owners. •Must be able and willing to work all shifts and days Duties Include: •Develops and implements business strategies for the housekeeping department •Develops annual operating and capital expenditures budget for department •Directing the operation of the housekeeping department including guest rooms and public space areas and overseeing management staff •Inspecting back-of-the house areas continually and adjusts operations accordingly •Oversees inventory, purchasing, disbursement, cost control for all linens, cleaning supplies and guest room supplies •Adheres to brand marketing, sales and quality standards •Coordinates room availability with the Front Office Manager and room maintenance with Director of Engineering Starting salary $40,000-$60,000 per annum not including service charge. Chef de Parte Requirements: •3 years culinary experience in a full service, fine dining establishment as Chef De Parte •Post secondary degree or equivalent qualification by experience •Must have strong knowledge of kitchen inventory and ordering process, staffing, expediting and ability to supervise the staff and kitchen operations under the direction of the Executive Chef •Excellent culinary technique and ability to work the line during all meal periods •Exceptional customer service orientation, complying with company service culture •Must be able and willing to work all days and shifts Duties Include: •Recruit and select qualified candidates, provide training and communication performance expectations •Coordinate the inventory, purchasing and disbursement of all supplies with the purchasing manager •Inspect and ensures the proper set up and readiness of each item on menus •Supervise daily food preparation for assigned areas. •Ensure that the level of quality, portion control, and plate presentation is adhered to consistently •Work closely with staff to exceed guest expectations •Maintain product consistency by conducting inspecting or seasonings, portion and appearance of food Starting salary $8.00 per hour not including service charge Pool and Beach Attendant Requirements: •Must be able to work in all outdoor element, rain, sun, etc. as required •Must be able to work long hours on feet •Must be able to lift 30lbs or more •Must be trained and certified in CPR, First Aid. •Life guard experience is a plus •Must be able and willing to work all days and shifts Duties Include: •Creating a luxury guest experience through delivery of high level service for all pool and beach services Starting salary $6.25 per hour not including service charge.
Interested applicants should apply to The Palms, Human Resources Department, Monday through Friday, and bring along an updated resume, or by emailing your resume to kitchandra.penn@thepalmstc.com, no later than end of day Friday, November 13th, 2015.
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WATERLOO HOTEL MANAGEMENT LIMITED Alexandra Resort, Blue Haven Resort & Marina and the Beach House We are looking to employ hospitality professionals in the following positions: GROUNDS MANAGER Responsibilities •Overseeing the daily functions of all Grounds and Pool & Beach staff to ensure that all required maintenance and up-keep of property is carried out; •Ensure that guests needs are met in a high quality and efficient manner; •Accountability for all Grounds/Pool & Beach inventories i.e. equipment and supplies inventories; •Be responsible for hiring and training of Grounds/Pool & Beach staff; •Promoting an atmosphere of teamwork and professionalism within the department; •Planning, scheduling, assignment and supervision of all landscaping, seeding, weeding, cultivating and general care of grounds. •Co-ordination of the planting, of flowers, transplanting, pruning, of trees and shrubbery. •Coordination of activities with other trade areas and outside contractors. Requirements; •Three or more years experience in same or similar position. •Experience in dry areas, sandy, high calcium and high phosphate soil. •Management experience with a hands on approach and •Bachelor’s degree in Horticulture, landscaping or a related field. •Equivalent combination of education, training and experience, in Landscaping Trade. •An excellent command of the English language Sous Chef Reporting to the Executive Sous Chef, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following: •Assists in conducting periodic food inventories. •Assists the Executive Chef with departmental human resource functions. •Initiates and oversees ordering of food and kitchen supplies. •Supervises and coordinates the production of food according to menu specifications. •Assists the Chefs and Cooks in preparation of specific cuisine. •Inspects quality of food products used to prepare cuisine. Informs Executive Chef when quality is not acceptable. •Ensures all cuisine served to guests follow establish guidelines for quantity, quality, appearance, and palatability. •Checks physical cleanliness of operations. Ensures all staff practice “clean as you go” techniques. •Ensures that staff is following all safe serve and health inspection standards. •Maintains proper working order of all equipment. Inspects ovens, burners, water faucets, and refrigerators. Reports deficiencies to Engineering Department.
the following: •Working with the Head Chef and the kitchen team to maintain high standards in the quality of food both as to its preparation and its presentation •Working in all areas of the kitchen depending on the daily needs of Head Chef. •To observe all Company Food Hygiene and Health and Safety policy •To assist the Head Chef, to check the completeness of all food and kitchen equipment sent to each function •To assist the Head Chef to check the completeness of all suppliers’ deliveries and the correctness of their invoices •To set out, maintain and monitor high standards of cooking and presentation •To be aware of current food trends with regard to presentation and style and help with new menu ideas and menu design •Ensuring that all completed food is correctly wrapped, labeled and put in out-fridge for each event •To ensure that all completed jobs are fully checked off before it leaves the unit •Ensuring the venue kitchen is left spotlessly clean and tidy and that all equipment and un-used food is packed ready for transportation •Ensuring kitchen is left clean and tidy at all times Line Cooks Reporting to the Executive Sous Chef, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following: •Must be knowledgeable of food preparation and presentation methods, •Ability to understand sanitary food handling techniques •Knowledgeable of the safe operation of kitchen equipment •Ability to increase staff awareness of proper personal and food hygiene policies and procedures as well as the safe operation of all kitchen equipment •Direct hands on preparation Requirements: •Must possess a 3-4 star background •Minimum of 5 years’ experience in same or similar position •Diploma from a formal culinary institution is required •Knowledgeable in health and sanitation standards •Basic First Aid •Must be able to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays.
We are also looking for experienced Hospitality personnel to fill the following positions within our Hospitality Group: -
Requirements: •Graduate culinary art or Culinary degree strongly preferred •6-10 years previous experience as a cook •Full knowledge of ordering work schedule. Physical Aspects: (include but are not limited to): •Constant standing and walking throughout shift •Lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. •Pushing, pulling, lifting
Guest Services Agents, Airport Greeter, Servers, Bartenders, Pool & Beach Servers, Runners
Chef De Partie Reporting to the Head Sous Chef, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to
Salaries for these positions will commensurate with qualifications and experience. Interested persons may contact our HR department Mon. – Fri. from 9am-3pm via telephone number 946-5807 or you may submit your resume with qualifications and experience to: cgibbons@wihl.com
Wanted Labourer
HOUSEMAN
Salary $6.25 per hour Contact Marsha at Missick & Stanbrook Fax 946-4734 Phone 946-4732
For all your advertising needs Contact (649)-339-5879 or email: sun@suntci.com
The West Bay Club is looking for a Houseman. Submit applications to Human Resources, 9468550
GECKO GRILL OPUS
NEEDED
Truly Nolen Pest Control
Is looking for Labourer With five or more years of experience on pest control. Interested person please contact 649-946-4272/231-0195
SEEKS 1 KITCHEN HELPER Salary $6.25 per hour 6 days per week Contact 231-4242
LJ LAKAY DRIVING SCHOOL
One Domestic Worker On Grand Turk Salary $150 per week Three days per week Contact number 231-7188
KOSTCO SUPERSAVERS
Deadline for submission is November 27th 2015
JUST CLEAN SEEKS
SEEKS 3 CLEANERS Salary $6.25 per hour Mon-Fri Interested persons should contact 346-0168
CARETAKER
A Caretaker is required for a family in Providenciales. Salary commensurate with experience. Applications must be submitted no later than November 27, 2015 to: Employment Department F Corporate & Management Services Limited Tel 649-339-6275 Fax 649-333-7777
(TCI) Ltd
CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS
PMS
Angela Duncomb
1 Labourer Contact #. 333-0388 6 days a week Salary- negotiable
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The Bahamas’ murder record is a disgrace, says Tourism Minister
Tourism Minister of The bahamas Obie Wilchcombe conceded that the Progressive Liberal Party made crime a political issue, but said the party has learned from that experience and realises now that everyone must work together to combat crime. During an interview with The Tribune, Mr Wilchcombe said instead of pointing the finger at politicians for the increase in murders, Bahamians should “get angry and march against it.” Mr Wilchcombe also told The Tribune that the new murder record is “disgraceful.“ However, he said, while the rise in murder has not impacted the tourism industry thus far, the country needs to “reverse this negative trend” before the Bahamas’ brand is negatively affected. On Sunday, the country recorded its 128th murder for the year after a teenage boy died in hospital hours after he was stabbed at a party on Prince Charles Drive. The previous murder record came in 2011, which saw 127 killings that year. The PLP, which was in opposition at the time, used the problem of crime and murders as an election tactic. The party campaigned on the platform that it had the solution to lower violent crime while the Ingraham administration did not. However, since coming to office, the Christie administration has been grappling with the same issue.
“The murder rate is a domestic concern and we are doing all that we possibly can, and must continue to work assiduously to reverse the numbers, to reverse the trend that has unfortunately taken hold in some of our community areas,” Mr Wilchcombe said. “If we want a great country we have (to have) individual responsibility, we all play a role. That’s what’s missing.” “We politicise things too often. Yes, we understand that the PLP did that and I think we’ve all learned from the experience because truthfully crime has been a nemesis to our nation for a long time and if we’re going to blame the politicians, something is wrong with that picture, the blame ought to be placed on persons perpetuating the crime. “They ought to feel as though they are not welcome and their behaviour is not accepted. We are blaming others, calling it a record number - it’s not a major achievement and it’s disgraceful, it should not be celebrated. These people should not be able to enjoy the havoc they wreak in this country. We should get angry, but we seem to have this notion against marching. To march is not just to walk around the corner, but to generate the anger required to fight against it. How is the outside world supposed to take us seriously if we don’t stand up for what’s wrong in our country? We have to collectively begin to shoulder the responsibility and fight. It will obviously be used for political
Minister of Tourism Obie Wilchcombe hay, political spin given the season we’re entering, but this has been going on for years and we need to confront it.” On the issue of crime affecting the tourism industry, Mr Wilchcombe said it has not yet, but will if “we continue to ignore the problem”. “It’s not hurting the brand, but it could hurt the brand so why wait until it happens? Let’s deal with it now while we know the public has not stopped coming to our shores, while there has been no campaign to stop visitors from coming,” Mr Wilchcombe said. “We have been doing good. The numbers are good but we can’t rest on our laurels. We have to do more to ensure we reverse this negative trend and get back to peace and hospitality.
St. Vincent PM announces date for general election have persecuted Christians and became the greatest advocate for Christianity I say to those in the NDP, ordinary supporters that they look to the ULP and come to us because we have a message of hope and love and of faith for this country,” said Gonsalves, who in recent times have been quoting the Bible in his quest to remain in office. The ULP was swept into office in March 2001 in an early Ralph Gonsalves Prime Minister of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines election following political unrest Prime Minister Dr. the ULP and Gonsalves said each one year earlier. In that poll, Ralph Gonsalves Saturday policy represents a candidate. voters overwhelming rejected the night announced December 9 There are 15 constituencies in St. NDP, which had been in office for as the date for general elections. Vincent and the Grenadines. 17 years. Nomination Day is November 20. The ULP will face The ULP won 56.5 per Addressing a large a challenge from the main cent of the votes in the 2001 crowd of supporters of the ruling opposition New Democratic Party poll and 12 of the 15 seats in Unity Labour Party (ULP) at the (NDP) headed by the veteran Parliament, compared to 40.9 per Grammar School playing field, economist, Arnhim Eustace, a cent to the NDP, which took the where he also announced the date former prime minister, that lost remaining three seats. in 2005, Gonsalves said that while the 2010 general election by one In 2005, the ULP was his party has not been perfect it is Political observers say that SVG returned to office by the same refreshing and renewing itself for Green Party, which gained just number of seats as 2001, and in another term. 0.2 per cent of the votes in 2010, the 2010 polls, the party captured He said his party’s and the fledgling, 3-year-old 53 per cent of the popular votes, policies and programme have Democratic Republican Party, are 2.4 percentage points than in benefitted the nation, and listed unlikely to have any impact on 2005. “15 stars” — policy areas — on the outcome of the vote. The NDP, on the other which his government will focus “David, who had blood hand received 50.4 per cent, if returned to office for a fourth on his hands, was a man after capturing four additional seats in consecutive term. God’s own heart. And if Paul, the process, but lost the election The star is the symbol of the greatest evangelist, would by an eight to seven margin.
It’s not good when visitors feels unsafe or when cruise ships warn to be careful where you go, we don’t want that, we can do without that but the only way that it can happen is if we work together to stop it.” His comments came after Anglican Bishop Laish Boyd said crime is not the fault of the government and the way forward is for all of the stakeholders to “get together around the table, including the government.” Bishop Boyd said: “The level of criminal activity and violence in the Bahamas has been too high for far too long, and it is getting worse especially in the areas of murder and domestic violence. There is no ‘silver bullet’ that would instantly reduce this level except for everyone to come together.”
Puerto Rico to ban plastic bags through executive order
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico — Puerto Rico’s governor signed an executive order banning the use of plastic bags across the U.S. territory, defying legislators who just days ago rejected a similar bill. The ban will take effect in mid-2016 and will be preceded by a six-month educational campaign, Gov. Alejandro Garcia Padilla said. The announcement surprised many because 25 legislators in the island’s House of Representatives recently voted against a measure calling for such a ban. Lawmakers had said they opposed the bill because it would charge people for the use of plastic bags amid an economic crisis. Garcia said grocery stores across Puerto Rico import tons of plastic bags a year, noting that one small supermarket chain alone annually imports bags that fit in six boxcars that are 42 feet (13 meters) long. “All that ends up in landfills in the best-case scenario,” he said. “They end up on our streets, in our sewage system ... and kill our turtles and coral reefs.” The popular western tourist town of Rincon is the only Puerto Rican municipality that currently bans the use of plastic bags. Environmental activists praised the move, noting that it is common to double-bag all groceries on the island, no matter how small the purchase. Garcia said he would push for legislation to be approved to help bolster his executive order. Rep. Carlos Vargas, a member of Garcia’s party whose vote helped defeat the initial bill, said he supports the idea of having an educational campaign and will seek to have the funds generated by penalties destined for environmental projects.
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Barbados minister has warning for Caribbean countries
A senior Barbados government minister says Caribbean countries should not feel comforted by the recent drop in oil prices on the global market and should continue to examine options to lower the region’s dependency on fossil fuel. Industry Minister, Donville Inniss, speaking at the opening of the Electric Vehicle Conference here Monday, said that it was no secret that Caribbean Community (CARICOM) countries relied almost exclusively on imported fossil fuels to meet their energy needs at the commercial and personal level. He made reference to a recent report by the Central Bank of Barbados that showed fuel imports averaged an “uncomfortable” 11 per cent of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in Barbados. Inniss said a closer look at recent deviations from this average caused greater discomfort, as it showed that during the period 2007 and 2009, the amount mushroomed from seven per cent to over 20 per cent, as the cost of oil soared to USD$147 per barrel in 2008. “This scenario would have replicated across the region. These increased prices have reverberated across every aspect of our daily lives. Fortunately, oil prices have dropped over the last
Therefore, Inniss said that it was for this reason that the Freundel Stuart government entered into an agreement with the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) and the European Union in 2013 to execute the Public Sector Smart Energy Programme. “The programme is part of the Sustainable Energy Framework for Barbados and as such, shall contribute to reducing energy costs, promoting energy sustainability, reducing Green House Gas emissions and mitigating climate change. “It is estimated that the over US$24 million dollars invested in this programme will The Hon. Donville Inniss, M.P. Minister of save the public sector US$45 Industry. million in electricity costs over few months but this does not mean the next 20 years and avoid that we as the production of more than a region should feel some sense of 132,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide comfort in view of the volatility of emissions,” Inniss added. the oil market.” Inniss urged Caribbean Inniss said that the countries not to fall prey harsh reality was that 40 per cent to unsustainable financing of Barbados’ fuel imports goes programmes for fossil fuel, as it towards power generation, 30 per was more borne out of selfish geocent towards transportation; 10 political desires. per cent to the commercial sector; “We have to invest nine to the industrial sector; eight in renewable energy as part to the residential sector; and five of the walk towards a greater per cent was classified as other. level of political and economic “It is therefore no surprise independence. Too many islands that unpredictable fuel import are too faint-hearted when it costs have such an immediate and comes to rolling out and sustaining palpable effect on our daily lives,” renewable energy policies and he said. programmes,” he added.
Allegations of fraud in Haitian election leads to violent protests
(R-L) Jude Celestin and Jovenel Moise Over 300 people took to the streets on Saturday to protest against alleged reports of fraud in the recent presidential election. Some protestors resorted to violence forcing police to break up the demonstration with tear gas. The results, released last Thursday, showed government backed candidate Jovenel Moise and former state construction chief Judge Celestin heading for a runoff vote on December 27 . On Saturday, supporters of Celestine held placards with pictures of the candidate that said “Jude or Death”. The election, which included balloting for parliament and mayors, attracted 54 presidential candidates, Of the 5.8 million registered voters, over 1.5 million votes were cast in the election, of those 120,066 were invalidated for fraud and other irregularities. The scheduled runoff between Moise and Célestin, has not gone down well with some hopefuls and several have already announced plans to push for the removal of Moise, who has reportedly been chosen by President Michel Martelly. Following the announcement of the preliminary results, eight of the candidates issued a signed letter to the CEP asking members to appoint a five-member independent commission to do a deeper scrutiny of the ballot sheets to address the allegations of fraud and irregularities prior to publishing the results.
Two Bahamian Government MPs cross floor
Dr. Andre Rollins The main opposition Free National Movement (FNM) has welcomed the defection of two government legislators even as the ruling Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) dismissed the move as politics, indeed making “for strange bedfellows”. FNM leader Dr. Hubert A. Minnis described the move by Renward Wells, the parliamentary representative for Bamboo Town and Dr. Andre Rollins, the parliamentary representative for Fort Charlotte, as “an historical moment in the life of Bahamian politics”. He said “it is the first time in recorded history that two members of any party have crossed the floor at the same time. This is their best way to demonstrate that they no longer have confidence and or faith in the leadership of Prime Minister (Perry) Christie,” he said. The decision by Rollins and
Wells in the Parliament on Thursday, followed that of Gregory Moss, who resigned from the PLP earlier this year. Moss however remains in the House of Assembly as an independent legislator. In their statement to parliament both Wells and Rollins were very critical of the leadership of Prime Minister Christie, with Rollins noting that he was “convicted” for daring to “tell the Emperor that he had no clothes. “My strong convictions and passions to see positive changes in the governance and development of this nation were not appreciated. I ran into a wall of resistance built on a foundation of intolerance to internal descent,” he said. Wells also said that he believes “in governments being responsive to the expressed will of the electives” adding that a leader “ought to be able to forecast a good vision about where one should go”. Minnis said that Bahamians are weary of the “constant rhetoric, inaction, lack of discipline and shuffling of Prime Minister Christie and this government in the face of increasing murders and other serious crimes, increasing unemployment, increasing cost of living, and an also increasing misery and despair index”. He said he was urging Bahamians “to join us under our big tent and help us to rescue our county and put it on the right path of recovery and prosperity”,
But PLP chairman, Bradley Roberts, acknowledged that “in every family, there are disagreements from time to time and the Progressive Liberal Party is no different”. He said Wells had publicly indicated his differences and disagreements with the leadership of the party over his signing of a Letter of Intent (LOI) without proper authorization leading to his resignation. “I find it both ironic and amusing that Mr. Wells saw it fitting to politically align himself with the same FNM members who publicly ridiculed and crucified him in the wake of the LOI. Politics indeed make for strange bedfellows.” In his statement to Parliament on Thursday, Wells said he was taking “responsibility of the LOI matter because I proceeded without written approval. “As some would say, that was a teachable moment. From that teachable moment, I began a transition both mentally and emotionally, to the point where I cease be a member of the PLP. Leaders have to understand also the signs of the times,” he added. Chairman of the minority opposition Democratic National Alliance (DNA), Andrew Wilson described the defection as “déjà vu. “It was just three short years ago, when these very men, then part of the NDP blasted the Christie led PLP for what they called at the time, their corrupt practices. Days after
Renward Wells proclaiming their adamant opposition to the PLP however, these very men joined the ranks of the PLP after being promised nominations – which they eventually won. “Until recently, these very men were part of a government which blasted the Free National Movement as ineffective and lackluster,” Wilson said, adding “ now, these very men, under the guise of a desire to move the country forward, have joined the ranks of the Free National Movement. “Their actions speak volumes. Clearly this move, like the one before it has nothing to do with moving our country forward, but rather about securing for themselves, the necessary political power required to keep them in the lifestyles to which they have become accustomed,” he added. In the last general elections, the PLP won 29 of the 38 seats.
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ECLAC calls for redoubling efforts to combat poverty in the Caribbean
The Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC) has called for redoubling efforts to defeat poverty and reduce inequality in the current context of economic deceleration in the region The United Nations regional organization made the call in its latest study, entitled “Inclusive social development: The next generation of policies for overcoming poverty and reducing inequality in Latin America and the Caribbean,” which was presented officially and analyzed by authorities and specialists of the region during the Regional Conference on Social Development in Latin America and the Caribbean here. According to ECLAC, in the last decade, Latin America and the Caribbean made notable progress in diverse areas of social development, including a significant reduction in poverty and a moderate decline in inequality as a result of social and labormarket policies implemented in a favorable economic
scenario. ECLAC said this enabled objectives related to social inclusion to gain unprecedented space on the public agenda and in development strategies. But there is still a long path ahead, the Commission stressed, above all considering the current economic situation, “which augurs difficulties in terms of returning to the growth rates recorded in previous years and maintaining public spending levels in some countries.” The report said poverty reduction has stagnated since 2012 and indigence shows a slight upward trend. In addition, the report said Latin America and the Caribbean continues to be the most unequal region in the world in terms of income distribution. According to the latest estimates by the regional organization for 19 Latin American countries, in 2014, there were 167 million people in situations of poverty (28 percent of the total population), of whom 71 million (12 percent of the total
population) were indigent. Furthermore, figures from 2013 indicate that only half of the population of Latin America and the Caribbean (49.1 percent) does not live in situations of indigence, poverty or vulnerability to poverty. The report said children, women, young people, older adults, persons with disabilities, indigenous peoples and Afro-descendants are the groups that most suffer situations of discrimination, scarcity, deprivation of rights or vulnerability in the region. According to information gathered in household surveys from eight Latin American countries in 2011, seven percent of the population that is neither indigenous nor Afro-descendant is indigent or highly vulnerable to indigence, a percentage that rises to 11 percent in the case of Afro-descendants and to 18 percent among indigenous peoples. Similarly, ECLAC said while 62 percent of the non-indigenous and nonAfro-descendant population was considered to be not vulnerable, this figure falls to 56 percent in the case of
CPDC condemns blacklisting of Caribbean countries as tax havens The Barbados-based Caribbean Policy Development Centre (CPDC) says it is in “full agreement” with Caribbean Community (CARICOM) leaders who have called for a review of the policies relating to the labeling of countries as tax havens leading to them being blacklisted. The CPDC said it believes that governments throughout the region are having to divert critical resources, to implement standards and regulations in order to become compliant with the overlydemanding requirements of international tax regulation. CPDC executive director, Shantal Munro- Knight said “governments in this region are bending over backwards to comply with the applicable standards. “Yet, still after all the invested resources and having implemented the stipulated regulations, they cannot avoid being labeled tax havens. If one were a conspiracy theorist, one could suggest that the system is set up to ensure that developing countries remain continually on the periphery of the world economy.” The CPDC said it was adding its voice in condemning the European Union over the recent publication of a list containing 30 countries,
including Caribbean countries as „non-cooperative and „tax havens. It said that the move by the European countries is particularly disturbing given the different levels of cooperation between the region and the EU. “The CPDC is also firmly behind Barbados and other countries in their continued fight against this unfair labeling of countries in the region and encourages leaders to take a joint global approach to lobbying against such practices. “The CPDC also notes that very often due to the huge imbalance in power, countries in the region have little recourse to fight against such labeling when it comes from countries like the EU and the United States.”. The Barbados-based organization that groups several regional non-government bodies said that “often times there is “consultation or transparency in the determination of countries as tax havens, the labeling is arbitrary and inconsistent. “CPDC is therefore calling for a high level regional committee which should include civil society who will thoroughly investigate and report on the regions blacklisting documenting the countries efforts at compliance and highlighting inconsistencies in applied standards.”
Afro-descendants and to just 33 percent among indigenous peoples. In the same vein, in the region women account for approximately 51 percent of the total population but only access 38 percent of the total monetary income that people generate and earn, with the remaining 62 percent going to men. Of the different aspects of society that produce, exacerbate or mitigate inequalities, the most decisive is the world of work. It is there that most household income in Latin America and the Caribbean is generated, along with the inherent inequalities in its distribution,” the report said. Based on calculations by ECLAC with data from 17 Latin American countries from around 2013, wage income represents on average 80 percent of total household income; 74 percent of the total income of households in situations of poverty; and 64 percent in households in situations of indigence. The Commission also estimates that 18.9 percent of all employed people earn incomes that are below the
poverty line in Latin America and the Caribbean. These figures show that a high percentage of people in situations of poverty and indigence in the region are part of the labor market; nonetheless, the income they receive from this source is not enough to meet their needs, ECLAC said. Although the region achieved the goal established in the first of the eight Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) by halving indigence in 2015 (compared with 1990 levels), ECLAC said that it is indispensable that significant efforts be made to comply with the recently adopted Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), especially the first one, which aims to eradicate extreme poverty in all its forms by 2030. In addition to offering an assessment of recent achievements and the challenges that persist in terms of poverty and inequality, the report analyzed the institutions in charge of social policies and proposes policy orientations in various areas that are key to inclusive development.
CCJ grants historic Constitutional relief to Maya people
The Trinidad-based Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) says the Belize government breached the right of the Maya community to protection of the law by failing to ensure that the existing property regime, inherited from the pre-independence colonial system, recognised and protected Maya land rights. The 25 members of the Maya Leaders Alliance had been fighting for recognition and protection of Maya land rights before international courts and the courts of Belize for more than 20 years. Their appeal before the CCJ arose out of litigation precipitated by an incursion onto farm lands in the Golden Stream village by Francis Johnson, now deceased. While the appeal was being heard by the CCJ in Belize, the appellants and the Belize government entered into a Consent Order on April 22, 2015 which recognised that the Maya system of customary land tenure gives rise to property rights within the meaning of the Constitution of Belize. The Consent Order also requires the government to develop of a mechanism to recognise and protect Maya land rights in consultation with the Maya people. The parties are to report to the CCJ on the chosen mechanism by April 2016. Under the Consent Order, the CCJ was asked to decide whether the appellants should be granted damages for breach of constitutional rights. In the ruling handed down on Friday, the CCJ found that the
Caribbean Court of Justice Belize government “breached the appellants’ right to protection of the law by failing to ensure that the existing property regime, inherited from the pre-independence colonial system, recognised and protected Maya land rights”. The CCJ emphasised that the protection of the law is linked to fairness and the rule of law. The Court said it demands that the State take positive steps to secure and protect constitutional rights and to honour its international commitments, including its obligations to protect the rights of indigenous peoples. The CCJ, whose ruling was delivered by its president Sir Dennis Byron, said it could not find sufficient evidence to support the appellants’ claim for special damages arising out of the Golden Stream incursion. The CCJ said while acknowledging that the remedial action to be undertaken by the government under the Consent Order was reparatory, it felt that innovative use should be made of the broad jurisdiction to grant redress under the Constitution based on the centuries of oppression and marginalisation suffered by the Maya people.
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Obama says Trump’s plan to deport illegal immigrants is unrealistic
on the screen flashed around the world as we were dragging parents away from their children, and putting them in what, detention centers, and then systematically sending them out,” the president said. “Nobody thinks that is realistic. But more importantly, that’s not who we are as Americans.” Trump, a real estate billionaire who has been leading in opinion polls among candidates for the Republican nomination in the 2016 election, calls for building a wall along the U.S. border with Mexico and deporting all illegal immigrants. `The immigration issue has driven a wedge between Hispanics, a voting bloc with increasing clout, and Republicans, many of whom take a hard line on illegal immigration, to the benefit of Obama’s fellow Democrats. U.S. President Barack Obama in Washington Most of the estimated 11 million U.S. President Barack have no idea where Mr. Trump illegal immigrants are Hispanic. Obama said on Thursday thinks the money’s gonna come Obama said there has Republican presidential from. It would cost us hundreds always been a streak of anticandidate Donald Trump’s plan of billions of dollars to execute immigrant sentiment in the for mass deportation of illegal that,” Obama said in a White United States. “We don’t want, I immigrants is unrealistic. House interview with ABC News, think, a president or any person “The notion that we’re according to excerpts released by in a position of leadership to play gonna deport 11, 12 million people the network. on those kinds of fears,” he told from this country - first of all, I “Imagine the images ABC.
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Florida ‘Facebook Killer’ goes on trial for wife’s murder A Florida man accused of shooting his wife and posting an image of the bloody crime scene on Facebook, murdered her as she cowered on her knees in the corner of the kitchen, a prosecutor told a Miami court at the opening of his trial on Tuesday. Derek Medina, 33, a former front desk supervisor at a Miami condominium, has pleaded not guilty to premeditated, first degree murder and is expected to claim he acted in self-defence. He faces life in prison if convicted of the August 2013 shooting. In an opening statement on Tuesday Assistant State Attorney Leah Klein said Medina was an amateur boxer with a 25-0 record who should not have been afraid of his 27-year-old wife, Jennifer Alfonso. During an argument Medina disarmed her of a knife and she started punching him in the chest and arms, Klein said. “That’s when he shot her,” she added. “He wasn’t going to lose to his wife after she called him a pussy,” Klein said. Prosecutors say Medina fired eight shots, emptying the clip on his weapon. A medical examiner’s report released in 2013 found Medina shot Alfonso at a downward angle at point blank range. “He had just killed his unarmed wife and what did he do? He took a picture of her bent backwards from being on her knees cowering in the corner of the kitchen,” Klein told the court. Before turning himself in Medina posted the photo on Facebook and wrote: “I’m going to prison or death sentence for killing my wife. Love you guys.” He added: “My wife was punching me, and I am not going to stand any more with the abuse so I did what I did.” The defence opted not to give an opening statement, reserving the right to do so later.
FBI expands probe of Clinton emails The FBI has expanded its probe of Hillary Clinton’s emails, with agents exploring whether multiple statements violate a federal false statements statute, according to intelligence sources familiar with the ongoing case. Fox News is told agents are looking at U.S. Code 18, Section 1001, which pertains to “materially false” statements given either in writing, orally or through a third party. Violations also include pressuring a third party to conspire in a cover-up. Each felony violation is subject to five years in prison. This phase represents an expansion of the FBI probe, which is also exploring potential violations of an Espionage Act provision relating to “gross negligence” in the handling of national defense information. “The agents involved are under a lot of pressure and are busting a--,” an intelligence source, who was not authorized to speak on the record, told Fox News. The section of the criminal code being explored is known as “statements or entries generally,” and can be applied when an individual makes misleading or false statements causing federal agents to expend additional resources and time. In this case, legal experts as well as a former FBI agent said, Section 1001 could apply if Clinton, her aides or attorney were not forthcoming with FBI agents
Hillary Clinton about her emails, classification and whether only non-government records were destroyed. It is not publicly known who may have been interviewed. Fox News judicial analyst Judge Andrew Napolitano said the same section got Martha Stewart in trouble with the FBI. To be a violation, the statements do not need to be given under oath. “This is a broad, brush statute that punishes individuals who are not direct and fulsome in their answers,” former FBI intelligence officer Timothy Gill told Fox News. Gill is not connected to the email
investigation, but spent 16 years as part of the bureau’s national security branch, and worked the post 9/11 anthrax case where considerable time was spent resolving discrepancies in Bruce Ivins’ statements and his unusual work activities at Fort Detrick, Md. “It is a cover-all. The problem for a defendant is when their statements cause the bureau to expend more time, energy, resources to de-conflict their statements with the evidence,” he said. Separately, two U.S. government officials told Fox News that the FBI is doing its own
classification review of the Clinton emails, effectively cutting out what has become a grinding process at the State Department. Under Secretary for Management Patrick Kennedy has argued to both Director of National Intelligence James Clapper and Congress that the “Top Secret” emails on Clinton’s server could have been pulled from unclassified sources including news reports. “You want to go right to the source,” Gill said. “Go to the originating, not the collateral, authority. Investigative protocol would demand that.”
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Egypt tourism teeters after Sinai plane crash
mally busy, the sun loungers of Sharm el-Sheikh now lie empty The warm, turquoise sea glimmers tantalisingly as it laps at sandy beaches surrounded by palm trees and colourful, exotic flowers. Ordinarily in November, few sun loungers would be unoccupied under the umbrellas that line the shores of Sharm el-Sheikh. Most would be filled with Russian and British holidaymakers escaping the cold weather at home. But now most tourists have disappeared. “The beach is empty. It was full until a few days ago but the Russians have all gone,” says Richard Bourne from Wales, who is here sunbathing with his wife. “I feel so sorry for the people,” he goes on. “I don’t know how the hotels will survive the coming weeks.” Not far away, the bars and clubs of Naama Bay pump out loud music to ever-diminishing numbers of customers. Souvenir sellers and diving tutors sit idle with worried expressions. “There’s no business,” bemoans Raed, who runs a store selling Pharaonic knick-knacks - from plastic scarabs to papyrus scrolls - that are usually popular with European visitors.
The resort is increasingly deserted after the plane crash which led the UK, Russia and several other countries to suspend flights here. All 224 people onboard a Russian charter jet were killed when it came down over the north of the rugged Sinai peninsula on 31 October. Suspicions that a bomb could have been planted onboard have raised concerns about security at Sharm elSheikh airport. In recent days, airlines have made special arrangements to fly out tens of thousands of passengers without bringing in new arrivals. “On a normal basis we would be 90% full right now, everyone would be working and everyone would be happy,” says Amr Darwish, an owner of the Terrazzina beach club. He worries he might have to lay off staff in the near future. “We don’t know when the tourists are going to be able to come back. You can’t make a business plan for next week, let alone next month or next year,” he adds. According to the tourism ministry, Egypt stands to lose 2.2bn Egyptian pounds ($280m) a month
after the cancellation of flights from Russia and Britain. Two-thirds of tourists to Sharm el-Sheikh come from these two countries. The destination earns about a third of Egypt’s total proceeds from tourism. It was able to recover from previous shocks, including a series of deadly militant bombings along the Red Sea coast between 2004 and 2006 and a killer shark attack. In the political turmoil since the 2011 uprising, which overthrew the long-time leader, President Hosni Mubarak, the resort has proven resilient compared to other popular attractions like the Giza Pyramids and Luxor. Yet with the Egyptian economy still in a fragile state, the effects of the latest setback will be deeply felt. Workers in Sharm el-Sheikh from taxi drivers to hotel receptionists - come from across the country and send salaries home. Tourism is a vital source of foreign currency. This couldn’t have come at a worst time,” says Angus Blair of the Signet Institute, a Cairo-based economic think-tank. “Egypt needs this [resort] economically in terms of employment and foreign exchange revenues. “It will definitely damage sentiment and lead to problems at the central bank because clearly they’re already under stress trying to access foreign currency for trade.” This week a senior Russian official warned it would take “several
Pope says Church should shun obsession with power, money Pope Francis called on Tuesday for a Catholic Church that is not cosseted, self-centred and obsessed with power and money, as he faces new challenges to his financial reforms at the Vatican. The Argentine pope, who made his comments during a day trip to Tuscany, has recently been hit by a scandal involving the leaks of documents purporting to show resistance by the Vatican’s old guard to his reform efforts. Francis, who on Sunday vowed to forge ahead with Vatican reforms despite the leaks, issued his call for a different type of Church worldwide in a speech to Italian bishops at their national convention, held every 10 years. His reforms at the Vatican have included an overhaul of the scandal-plagued Vatican bank to make its operations transparent, giving autonomy to its Finiancial Intelligence Authority in order to avoid interference by top cardinals, and urging Church officials to shun extravagant lifestyles. Like many national Catholic Churches in Europe, Italy’s is powerful and wealthy, has often been cosy with political powers and has been accused of seeking economic privileges. “God save the Italian Church from any form of power, image, and money,” Francis said,
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Pope Francis leaves after a meeting in the baptistery of the cathedral of Florence during his pastoral visit, November 10, 2015 speaking in Florence’s magnificent cathedral of Santa Maria in Fibre whose famous dome was designed by Renaissance master architect Filipino Brunelleschi. Francis said the Church should be “restless, always closer to the abandoned ones, the forgotten ones, the imperfect ones.” “I prefer a Church that is bruised, hurting and dirty because it has been out on the streets, rather than a Church which is unhealthy from being confined and from clinging to its own security,” he said, repeating a theme from a manifesto he issued several months after his election in 2013. Since then, the first nonEuropean pope in 1,500 years has often called for a more simple, merciful and inclusive Church but his appeals have not always had
the success he hoped for. Last September he asked every Catholic parish, religious community and sanctuary in Europe to take in a family of refugees, and set an example by hosting two families in parishes inside the Vatican, but many still have not done so. Many church institutions in Italy transformed structures into hotels for pilgrims but continued to claim tax exemptions. The pope has told them that if they are not doing church work, such as hosting migrants, they should pay taxes on their profits. The pope started his day in the nearby city of Praetor, a centre of Italy’s textile industry which has seen a surge of Chinese immigrants, many working in sweat-shop conditions.
months, as a minimum” for Russian flights to Sharm el-Sheikh to resume as the investigation into what caused the crash continues. He said it would be impossible to radically revise Egypt’s security system quickly. Concerns have been raised about baggage scanning procedures and searches at an entry gate for food and fuel for aircraft at Sharm el-Sheikh airport. There are some hopes that in the short-term, Arab tourists and those from central Europe can be attracted to the resort in greater numbers. However most business owners accept the reality is that they must brace themselves for another tough period ahead. “It will take us time to recover but a place like this never dies,” says Mr Darwish. “It’s a nice resort with great weather. We have the sea, the corals, the desert. It’s magical.” The Bournes, visiting from Wales, also believe in the enduring appeal of Sharm el-Sheikh - even though their holiday has been overshadowed by the plane crash which happened a day after they arrived. Their return home has been delayed by at least a day. “This could happen anywhere, couldn’t it?” Jenny Bourne comments stoically. “I would come back again next year,” her husband, Richard, says. “They just need to sort that airport out.” Egypt is counting on other tourists adopting a similar attitude.
Pentagon to list alternative U.S.sites to Guantanamo prison The Pentagon is expected to unveil a long-awaited plan this week outlining how it would close the detention center at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, despite fierce resistance in Congress to President Barack Obama’s push to shutter the facility, officials say. The plan would have four sections, one detailing potential U.S. alternatives for detainees, including the Centennial Correctional Facility in Colorado, one of the more promising locations, one U.S. official said. A small Defense Department team has surveyed facilities including the Consolidated Naval Brig in South Carolina and the Federal Correctional Complex in Florence, Colorado, the Pentagon has said. It also examined two facilities at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas - the U.S. Disciplinary Barracks and Midwest Joint Regional Corrections Facility. Obama, who campaigned on a pledge to close the facility, views it as a damaging symbol of detainee abuse and detention without charge that was inherited from Republican President George W. Bush. The House of Representatives overwhelmingly passed a defense bill last week that included measures to bar Obama from closing Guantanamo before he leaves office in 2017. The Senate is expected to pass it as soon as Tuesday. Senator John McCain, Republican chairman of the Senate’s top military committee, has voiced support for closing the facility, but criticizes the failure to deliver a plan sooner.
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Human trafficking survivor: I was raped 43,200 times
Mexico City - Karla Jacinto is sitting in a serene garden. She looks at the ordinary sights of flowers and can hear people beyond the garden walls, walking and talking in Mexico City. She looks straight into my eyes, her voice cracking slightly, as she tells me the number she wants me to remember -- 43,200. By her own estimate, 43,200 is the number of times she was raped after falling into the hands of human traffickers. She says up to 30 men a day, seven days a week, for the best part of four years -- 43,200. Her story highlights the brutal realities of human trafficking in Mexico and the United States, an underworld that has destroyed the lives of tens of thousands of Mexican girls like Karla. Human trafficking has become a trade so lucrative and prevalent, that it knows no borders and links towns in central Mexico with cities like Atlanta and New York. U.S. and Mexican officials both point to a town in central Mexico that for years has been a major source of human trafficking rings and a place where victims are taken before being eventually forced into prostitution. The town is called Tenancingo.
Even though it has a population of about 13,000, Susan Coppedge, the U.S. State Department’s Ambassador at Large to Combat Human trafficking, says it has an oversized reputation when it comes to prostitution and pimping. “That’s what the town does. That is their industry,” Coppedge says. “And yet in smaller, rural communities the young girls don’t have any idea that this is what the town’s reputation is, so they are not suspicious of the men who come from there. They think they have got a great future with this person. They think they love and it is the same story of recruitment every time.” Karla says she was abused for as long as she can remember and felt rejected by her mother. “I came from a dysfunctional family. I was sexually abused and mistreated from the age of 5 by a relative,’ she says. When she was 12 she was targeted by a trafficker who lured her away using kind words and a fast car. She says she was waiting for some friends near a subway station in Mexico City, when a little boy selling sweets came up to her, telling her somebody was sending her a piece of candy as a gift. Five minutes later, Karla says, an older man was talking to her, telling her that he was a used car
salesman. The initial awkwardness disappeared as soon as the man started telling her that he was also abused as a boy. He was also very affectionate and quite a gentleman, she says. They exchanged phone numbers and when he called a week later, Karla says she got excited. He asked her to go on a trip to nearby Puebla with him and dazzled her by showing up driving a bright red Firebird Trans Am. “When I saw the car I couldn’t believe it. I was very impressed by such a big car. It was exciting for me. He asked me to get in the car to go places,” she says. It didn’t take long for the man, who at 22 was 10 years older than Karla, to convince her to leave with him, especially after Karla’s mother didn’t open the door one night when she came home a little too late. “The following day I left with him. I lived with him for three months during which he treated me very well. He loved on me, he bought me clothes, gave me attention, bought me shoes, flowers, chocolates, everything was beautiful,” Karla says. But there were red flags everywhere also. Karla says her boyfriend would leave her by herself for a week in their apartment. His cousins
would show up with new girls every week. When she finally mustered the courage to ask what business they were in, he told her the truth. “They’re pimps,” he said. “A few days later he started telling me everything I had to do; the positions, how much I need to charge, the things I had to do with the client and for how long, how I was to treat them and how I had to talk to them so that they would give me more money,” Karla says. It was the beginning of four years of hell. The first time she was forced to work as a prostitute she was taken to Guadalajara, one of Mexico’s largest cities. “I started at 10 a.m. and finished at midnight. We were in Guadalajara for a week. Do the math. Twenty per day for a week. Some men would laugh at me because I was crying. I had to close my eyes so that that I wouldn’t see what they were doing to me, so that I wouldn’t feel anything,” Karla says. There would be several other cities. She would be sent to brothels, roadside motels, streets known for prostitution and even homes. There were no holidays or days off, and after the first few days, she was made to see at least 30 customers a day, seven days a week.
South Side Chicago community in shock over killing of 9-year-old Tyshawn Lee People in the AuburnGresham neighborhood have become used to the shootings that have plagued much of Chicago’s South Side for decades. But even here, the killing of a 9-year-old boy came as a terrible shock. “This caught everyone off guard,” said Kirk McKinney, who has lived here for 44 years. “Coming home in broad daylight, and you just assassinate a child. ... I’ve never seen anything this violent since I have been here. Never.” Even prominent members of the gangs allegedly involved in Tyshawn Lee’s November 2 slaying question how the 9-year-old could wind up dead in an alley, U.S. Rep. Bobby Rush, D-Illinois, told CNN affiliate WLS after visiting gang members at U.S. Penitentiary Florence ADMAX in Colorado. Larry Hoover and Abdul Malik Kabah, formerly Jeff Fort, are founders of the Gangster Disciples and Black P. Stone Nation street gangs, respectively. Rush visited them in the supermax, where Hoover
as a parting gift to his friend. Demetrius purchased the ball with his own money, his mother told CNN affiliate WGN. The basketball bore a farewell written in marker by Demetrius, according to WGN and another CNN affiliate WBBM: “Tyshawn, you my friend. I am going to miss you. You will always be my friend. See you later. Tyshawn Lee died in a shooting on November 2 in Chicago Demetrius. Hope you like your ball. is serving a sentence for murder and Our children have a right to walk our Bye friend.” Kabah for terrorism-related charges, streets. Our children have a right to It was signed with an image according to the station. play in the park. Our children have of a straight-lipped, sorrowful face. “They knew about it and a right to sit on their porch. Our A photo on the church’s were appalled at it,” Rush told WLS, children have a right to expect to be website shows the boy in a yellow adding that the men told him to safe wherever they are in the city polo shirt, smiling and wearing a convey a message for them: “Use my of Chicago. Our children deserve backpack. name. Tell those youngsters to stop that,” the Rev. Michael Pfleger told “Tyshawn Lee was murdered the killing.” the crowd gathered at his church. in probably the most abhorrent, Tyshawn, who was shot “Tyshawn was doing what every child cowardly, unfathomable crime that multiple times in the face and back, has a right to do: be a child.” I’ve witnessed in 35 years of policing,” was laid to rest Tuesday at St. Sabina Inside the church, mourners Chicago Police Superintendent Garry Church. His body arrived at the filled the pews, and two poster-size McCarthy told reporters last week. church in a small casket, made for a photos of Tyshawn were erected The child was targeted, fourth-grader, WLS reported. beside his flower-adorned casket. McCarthy said, because his father “Tyshawn was on his way to Outside the church, was a member of a gang that was in play basketball at the park down the Demetrius Alexander, a classmate of conflict with another gang. street from his grandmother’s house. Tyshawn, brought a new basketball
Former senator, actor Fred Thompson dies
Fred Thompson, a former Republican U.S. senator from Tennessee who briefly ran for president and straddled the world of politics and entertainment with a prolific television and film acting career, died of cancer on Sunday at age 73. Thompson, a onetime real-life federal prosecutor best known to prime-time TV audiences for his role as a district attorney on NBC’s hit show “Law & Order,” died from a recurrence of lymphoma, said Brent Leatherwood, executive director of the Tennessee Republican Party. The actor-politician, who first made a name for himself in Washington as a Watergate
investigator, was in hospice care at the time of his death, Leatherwood said. “It is with a heavy heart and a deep sense of grief that we share the passing of our brother, husband, father, and grandfather, who died peacefully in Nashville surrounded by his family,” relatives said in a statement published by the Nashville Tennessean newspaper. The tall, imposing Thompson was elected to the Senate in 1994 and served for two terms before retiring in 2003. He announced his bid for the Republican presidential nomination on NBC’s “The Tonight
Show with Jay Leno” in September 2007 but dropped out of the race in January after garnering little support. Born in Sheffield, Alabama, Thompson earned a law degree from Vanderbilt University, became a federal prosecutor and went to work for longtime Tennessee Republican Senator Howard Baker. It was Baker who secured him a job as minority legal counsel for the special Senate Watergate Committee investigating the 1972 burglary at the Democratic Party headquarters in Washington.
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The White House launched a Facebook page for President Barack Obama and used the social media platform to send a message on climate change. The White House launched a Facebook page on Monday for President Barack Obama and used the social media platform to send a message on climate change. Organizing for Action, the political organization that helped elect Obama, has long used an account under the name “Barack Obama.” But the new page allows the president to speak in the first person, much like the Twitter account the White House launched for Obama in May.
Striking a conversational tone, Obama’s first post was a video message on climate change that depicted the president walking around the South Lawn of the White House and marveling at the beauty of nature. “Hello, Facebook! I finally got my very own page,” Obama said in the post. “I’m kicking it off by inviting you to take a walk with me in my backyard - something I try to do at the end of the day before I head in for dinner.” In the video, Obama
called on Americans to do their part to fight climate change. “I want to make sure that the whole world is able to pass onto future generations the God-given beauty of this planet,” Obama said, citing his upcoming trip to Paris to meet with world leaders on climate change. “If all of America is joining around this critical project, then we can have confidence that we’re doing right by future generations and passing onto our kids all the blessings that we’ve received,” Obama said.
Britain’s Unemployment Rate Drops to 7-year Low B r i t a i n ’ s unemployment rate has dropped to 5.3 percent in the three months ending in September, the lowest level in seven years. The Office of National Statistics says the rate is down from 5.6 percent from in the April to June period and 6.0 percent a year earlier. Britain’s government cheered the news, arguing that the figures prove its economic plan is working.
Dr John Philpott, director of The Jobs Economist, says that most of the rise in employment was due to an increase in part-time jobs. UniCredit’s lead U.K. economist, Daniel Vernazza, says he believes that weakerthan-expected earnings growth is likely to prove temporary as a range of measures suggest the labor market is tightening. He says “slack in the labor market has all but been used up.”
YouTube to support virtual reality video on its app YouTube announced two new features Thursday for its Android app that expand the video site’s use of virtual reality, giving the new technology its biggest platform yet. The app now supports VR video - a format that gives viewers what the company says are more realistic 360-degree perspectives of films. To view it, a user would call up a virtual reality video on the YouTube app, click a button on the video for VR mode, and place the phone in Alphabet Inc’s “Cardboard” device, a handheld gadget made from the standard box material that creates a VR viewing experience. Makers of virtual reality content can upload VR videos compatible with the Cardboard viewer directly to YouTube. YouTube said there are about a dozen VR videos, including one stemming from the “Hunger Games” movies. YouTube also announced that viewers can see its vast library of videos with a more limited virtual reality experience, also using Cardboard. YouTube said that the videos will resemble what a viewer would see on an IMAX theater screen. Neil Schneider, executive director of VR trade organization Immersive Technology Alliance, noted that YouTube introduced 3D video in 2009 and was also an early adopter of highdefinition video. “It’s not surprising they would take the angle of adding virtual reality,” he said. Schneider said the public can expect to see an explosion of high quality content, but said amateur content might be more difficult to come by because the gear to create VR content is typically expensive. But Jay Iorio, a member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers who is experimenting with creating films for Cardboard and Facebook’s Oculus Rift virtual reality headset, said he would not be surprised to see VR recording capabilities on smartphones. “The equipment I have right now, people will probably have on their phones in a couple years,” he said. Oculus Rift is scheduled for release next year and is expected to cost between $300 to $350; Cardboard costs between $5 and $50. The YouTube app with the updated Cardboard technology is currently only available for Android phones but an iOS version is set to be released “soon,” according to YouTube.
Snapchat’s daily video views triple to 6 billion
The number of videos viewed each day on Snapchat has tripled since May to 6 billion as the messaging app closes the gap with social media giant Facebook Inc, according to a report in the Financial Times that cites people close to the company. The Financial Times said that Snapchat confirmed the 6 billion figure but had Facebook said last week that it had doubled daily video views to 8 billion from 4 billion in April, according to the report, which notes
that social networking groups are vying for eyeballs in the fast-growing video segment. Facebook’s daily video viewing number is made up of both desktop and mobile views while Snapchat’s is entirely made up of smartphone users, the report notes. Snapchat CEO Evan Spiegel said in May that the company plans to have an initial public offering but did not specify when that would happen. In 2013, Snapchat turned down a $3 billion offer from Facebook to acquire the company.
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Facebook sees global surge in law enforcement requests, censorship
Facebook said on Wednesday that requests for user data from government agencies and law enforcement groups surged in the first half of 2015, with the social network site reporting an increase in demands by 18 percent worldwide. Requests for user data spiked across the board, Facebook said in announcing the release of its Global Government Requests Report released this week. Additionally, Facebook said that governments around the globe have ramped up censorship efforts by compelling the website to keep users from accessing
more content than ever before. “Overall, we continue to see an increase in content restrictions and government requests for data globally,” said Chris Sonderby, Facebook’s deputy general counsel. “The amount of content restricted for violating local law increased by 112 percent over the second half of 2014, to 20,568 pieces of content, up from 9,707. Government requests for account data increased across all countries by 18 percent over the same period, from 35,051 requests to 41,214,” Mr. Sonderby said. U.S. authorities led the pack
with regards to user data requests, according to the report, having asked Facebook for information on 17,577 individuals spanning 26,579 accounts during the first half of 2015. Facebook complied with around 80 percent of the requests, the company acknowledged. During that same span in 2014, American officials requested information on 15,433 accounts, according to previous reports put out by Facebook. Users in India, meanwhile, were banned from viewing content far more than anywhere else on the
planet during the first half of the year. Authorities in New Dehli ordered the website to restrict access to 15,155 pieces of content between January and July 2015, or more than triple the number of such requests made by officials in Turkey, the next most restrictive nation. “We scrutinize each request we receive for legal sufficiency, whether from an authority in the U.S., Europe, or elsewhere. If a request appears to be deficient or overly broad, we push back hard and will fight in court, if necessary,” Facebook said.
KFC to deliver buckets of fried chicken on demand
Buckets of KFC Colonel Sanders wants to come to your home: KFC said it will start delivering its buckets of fried chicken to customers in two U.S. cities. It will be the first time the chicken chain has delivered in the United States. Starting Thursday,
people in Los Angeles and San Francisco will be able to have food delivered. KFC said it expects to expand the delivery service into Houston by the end of this year. More cities may come later. KFC is working with online delivery company DoorDash to deliver
its chicken, biscuits and coleslaw. Customers will have to make orders through DoorDash’s app or website. The chicken won’t come cheap: There’s a delivery fee between $4.99 and $6.99, depending on a customer’s location, and prices of some items will be higher than those in the restaurants. Its value meals, however, such as its eight-piece $20 Family Fill Up will stay the same price. All menu items at the restaurant will be available to order, the companies said. KFC’s rival Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen Inc. doesn’t deliver. But other chains have added delivery service recently. Chipotle, McDonald’s and Starbucks work with delivery company Postmates. And Taco Bell, which is also run by KFC owner Yum Brands, works with DoorDash to deliver in certain cities. The chains partner with DoorDash and Postmates because they
provide delivery people, an expense that the restaurants don’t have to worry about. In all, KFC expects 100 restaurants to offer delivery before it decides to expand the service. There are more than 4,300 U.S. KFC restaurants. While it’s a first for KFC in the U.S., it’s common to see KFC being delivered in China, Egypt, Malaysia and other countries around the world. In fact, Yum Brands Inc. CEO Greg Creed said at a May conference with analysts that its delivery business usually grows at a “faster rate” than its main business. Last month, the company said its restaurants in China plan to expand delivery service in the country. “The great thing about buckets of chicken,” Creed said in May, is that “it holds its temperature incredibly well.”
BlackBerry Priv Wins Plaudits, but Price Tag Questioned BlackBerry Ltd launched its first Android-based device on Friday, with the future of the company’s hardware business riding on a slick smartphone called Priv that boasts an impressive array of features and a hefty price tag. The company is betting the Priv’s large curved screen, full array of Android apps from the Google Play store and blend of productivity and security features will help it rebuild its share of the smartphone market, which has slid to under one percent. With hacking and data theft issues becoming a bigger concern these days, BlackBerry expects keen interest in its pre-loaded DTEK feature that alerts users every time any app attempts to access data, or turn on the phone’s microphone or camera. “You will be blown away by some of the apps you use and how much data they actually access of yours,” said BlackBerry’s head of devices, Ron Louks. The smartphone’s “wow”
other features, but panning the Priv’s high price tag - $699 without a contract in the United States and C$899 without a contract in Canada. Still, if the Priv does well, analysts note the device could be a game changer for the Waterloo, Ontario-based company. “If the Priv – with its premium price of about $700 – is a hit, it could drive meaningful growth for the company. Moreover, the smartphone industry tends to be largely perceptiondriven, and a single hit flagship product can bolster a company’s brand image and create a halo effect around its entire product line,” said research A Blackberry sign is seen in front of their offices on the day of their annual general meeting for firm Trefis, in a note on Thursday. shareholders in Waterloo, Canada June 23, 2015. Blackberry is pivoting to factor, as Louks dubs it, is actually design and touch-sensitive keys that focus more on software and device a throwback - a slide out physical allows users to swipe, scroll and set management services but has said it keyboard. While the small number of up shortcuts will woo former loyalists will stick with hardware if the segment such Android ‘slider’ phones that do back to using the Priv. is profitable. exist have had little success in the Initial reviews of the device BlackBerry shares rose 4.7 market, most are dated and clunky, say were mixed, with many lauding its percent to $7.96 in early trading on analysts. security offerings, long battery life, Friday on the Nasdaq. BlackBerry is hoping its sleek camera, dual-keyboard design and
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We hire smiles!!! Beaches Turks and Caicos Resort Villages and Spa, the only 6 Diamond All-inclusive property in the Caribbean is inviting applications from Turks and Caicos Islanders for the following vacant positions. We hire the personality and train the individual. Applicants must have a clean police record and a good command of the English language both written and spoken. In addition candidates must be able to work nights, public holidays and week-ends. The Resort thanks everyone for their interest in advance and advises that applicants will be contacted for an interview via Text Message. The Rooms Division Department requires:
The Photoshop Department requires: •Photographer •Shop Attendant/ Sales Representative Requirements include but are not limited to: o 2 years’ experience in field o Ability to sell and make quotas
•Receptionist/ Front Office Agent •Concierge Agent Requirements include but are not limited to: o Background in customer service o Ability to go above and beyond for guest •Bellman •Junior Concierge (previous titled Minibar Stocker/Attendant) Requirements include but are not limited to: o Physically Fit o Outgoing and friendly attitude The rate for the positions listed above is $6.25 an hour.
The Housekeeping Department requires: • Linen Room Attendant • Room Attendants/ Domestic Worker • Housemen • Public Area Attendants/ Cleaner Requirements include but are not limited to: o One year’s experience in a hotel environment an asset. o Physically fit The rate for the positions listed above is $6.25 an hour. The Grounds Departments requires: •Irrigation Technician Requirements include but are not limited to: o Knowledge of water/ Irrigation systems o Ability to trouble shoot Irrigation Line problems
The rate for the positions listed above is $6.25 an hour.
The Gift Shop Department requires: •Shift Leader •Shop Attendant/ Sales Representative Requirements include but are not limited to: o Experience leading a team (Shift Leader) o Two years sales experience o Ability to meet sales targets and quotas The rate for the positions listed above is $6.25 an hour.
The Watersports/ Catamaran Departments require: •Master Scuba Diver Trainer •Dive/ Scuba Instructor •Player/ Lifeguard Requirements include but are not limited to: o Physically Fit o Certified in first aid o PADI Certified (Divers) •Watersports Attendant •Beach/Pool Attendant Requirements include but are not limited to: o Keep the pool /beach area tidy and clean o First Aid qualification an asset
• Groundsman/lady • Grounds Keeper Requirements include but are not limited to: o Physically fit o Ability to carry out labour intensive task
All persons in the Watersports Department must have the ability to swim and pass a swim endurance test
The rate for the positions listed above is $6.25 to $8.00 an hour. The Dining Room and Bar Departments requires: • Hostess • Server (Waiter/Waitress) • Cleaner Requirements include but are not limited to: o One year’s experience in a restaurant with seating for over 100 persons an asset. o No allergies to any foods o Physically fit • Beach and Pool Server • Cocktail Waitress • Bar Porter • Bartender Requirements include but are not limited to: o Excellent customer service skills o Knowledge of wines mixing alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages The rate for the positions listed above is $6.25 an hour.
Hourly rate for the above mentioned positions range from $6.25 to $9.00 an hour.
The Entertainment Department requires: •Fun pals/Players/ Dancers/ Clowns •Train Driver Requirements include but are not limited to: o An outgoing personality required o Ability to sing and/ or dance an asset o Musical instrument ability an asset o Driver’s license and charismatic personality (train driver) The rate for the positions listed above is $6.25 an hour. The Kids Kamp requires: •Kids Counsellor/Attendant o An outgoing personality required o Certificate in early childhood education an asset o First Aid The rate for the position listed above is $6.25 an hour.
Applications giving full details of qualifications and experience should be sent to: mmvaughn@grp.sandals.com or placed in the secure drop box at the service gate or Fax to: 941-4870 Attn: M McCleanVaughn The Human Resources The Labour Department Commissioner Labour Department Providenciales Turks and Caicos Islands
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Beaches Turks and Caicos Resort Villages and Spa, the only 6 Diamond All-inclusive property in the Caribbean is inviting applications from Turks and Caicos Islanders for the following vacant positions. We hire the personality and train the individual. Applicants must have a clean police record and a good command of the English language both written and spoken. In addition candidates must be able to work nights, public holidays and week-ends. The Resort thanks everyone for their interest in advance and advises that applicants will be contacted for an interview via Text Message. The Kitchen Department requires:
The Projects Department requires:
•Cook •Chef •Pastry Cook
•Assistant Project Manager (TCI) Requirements include but are not limited to: o Working experience in the Hotel Industry over 5 years o Prepare budgets, programs and monitor expenditure o Review all design drawings, and prepare design drawings where necessary o Co-ordinate all shipments, and quantify and orders FF&E items o Strong Knowledge of BMS, RO plants, Fire, Chill Water System and irrigation system o Software knowledge: ACAD, Microsoft Projects, MSWord, MSExcel, Photoshop, Adobe Acrobat o Willingness to relocate as required within the SRI group of companies
Requirements include but are not limited to: o Over 5 years’ experience in as a Baker o Ability to work all shifts especially the 11:00 pm to 7:00 am shift o Ability to train staff and develop new recipes
The rates for the positions listed above are $6.25 to $8.00 an hour
The Stewarding Department Requires: •Steward
Requirements include but are not limited to: o Physically Fit o Experience cleaning kitchens an asset o Ability to carry out labour intensive cleaning task
The Administrative Department requires: •Director of Operations Requirements include but are not limited to: o Experience in F&B, Rooms Division and operations o Experience in managing a boutique hotel or an operation encompassing rooms, restaurant and environs o Administrative & Financial proficiency o Be an initiator, able to achieve deadlines
The rate for the position listed above is $6.25 an hour
The Weddings Department Requires: •Wedding Steward
Requirements include but are not limited to: o Ability to set up functions according to specifications o Physically Fit o Ability to carry out labour intensive task
Rooms Division Department Requires: • Housekeeping Manager Requirements include but are not limited to: o Schedules staff according to forecasted occupancy and maintains productivity standards. o Oversee the financial processes of purchasing, payroll and inventory control. o Maintain quality standards to ensure the highest level of cleanliness o Maintain all safety and security policies. o Minimum of 10 years housekeeping management o Experience in managing a team of over 300 persons
The rate for the position listed above is $6.25 an hour
The Dining Room Department requires: •Supervisor •Banqueting Supervisor
Requirements include but are not limited to: o Three years supervising a restaurant with seating over 100 persons. o Three years supervising the set up and break down of functions (Banqueting Supervisor) o Excellent customer service skills o Knowledge of wines
Entertainment Department requires: • Director of Entertainment Requirements include but are not limited to: o 10 years’ experience managing dance and musical shows o 5 years’ experience working with characters and costumes o 5 years’ experience in coordinating kids’ activities from 0 to 18 years o Design and coordinate the resort decorations and themes throughout the year o Physically fit
The rate for the positions listed above is $7.00 to $9.00 an hour
The Entertainment Department requires: •Senior Animator Requirements include but are not limited to: o Certificate in early childhood education an asset o Experience with stages Animated Characters o Ability to sing and dance
The rates for the positions listed above are negotiable.
The Training Department Requires:
The rate for the position listed above is $7.25 an hour
•Assistant Training Manager Requirements include but are not limited to: o A first Degree in Hospitality and Tourism Management or Training and Development or any other related discipline o Minimum two years’ work experience in a leadership position o Experience in Adult learning theories and instructional methodologies
The Engineering Department requires: •Carpenter Requirements include but are not limited to: o Knowledgeable of in related fields both in theory and practical The rate for the positions listed above is $6.25 to $8.00 an hour
The salary for the position listed above ranges from $30,000.00 to $40,000.00 Applications giving full details of qualifications and experience should be sent to: mmvaughn@grp.sandals.com or placed in the secure drop box at the service gate or Fax to: 941-4870 Attn: M McClean-Vaughn
The Labour Commissioner Labour Department Providenciales Turks and Caicos Islands
and
The Human Resources Department Beaches Turks and Caicos P.O. Box 186 Lower Bight Road
and should reach not later than November 20th 2015
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food selection under the chef ’s supervision while respecting hygiene and safety procedures. Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Seven Stars Resort is seeking a suitably qualified individual to fill the position outlined below. Ideal candidates must possess at least 10 years’ experience as a Manager in a major retail clothing operation, a professional demeanor, and a strong command of the English Language (oral and written). Salary is based on experience and qualifications.
RETAIL & SPA MANAGER
This is a fantastic opportunity to join Seven Stars Resort in the role of Retail & Spa Manager. This position will be responsible for the Logo store, F&B retail sales and Spa Retail Boutique outlets along with the newly expanded Spa Operation. We are seeking an experienced person who understands retail as well as the hospitality and spa industry and has the drive to lead the team in taking the store to new heights and create a unique customer experience.
Skills required: •Must have at least 10 years’ managerial experience in a multi-channel retail store •Excellent customer service skills •Extensive apparel product knowledge •Extensive Merchandizing and Store Layout experience •F&B experience •Understanding and appreciation of Spa Operations •Understanding of retail margins and GP percentages •Highly organised and efficient •Self-motivated and hands-on reliable team player •Client and vendor relationships •Verbal Communication •Strategic Planning and Budgeting •Pricing and Tracking Budget Expenses •Staffing
Responsible for: •Management of the Logo, F&B and Spa Retail Outlets and Spa Operations •Ordering stock and liaising with suppliers •Presentation, merchandising and stock management •Growing Sales •Maintaining Gross Profit & Wage costs •Rostering, supervising and training of Spa and Retail staff
SUNFLOWERS PROPERTY MANAGER Providing efficient and accurate administrative and day to day operations of the property, including tenant relations, maintenance and repair, security, janitorial services, landscaping, etc. The Property Manager handles tenant complaints and service requests, and must be familiar with the terms of tenant leases.
Skills required: •Must have at least 10 years’ managerial/supervisory experience •Must have an accounting background and basic accounting qualification •Excellent customer service skills •Highly organised and efficient •Self-motivated and hands-on reliable team player
Responsible for: •Carrying out various property management tasks as directed by Director of Finance •Administer daily functioning of property •Inspect property daily to ensure compliance with established policies, safety measures and quality standards •Preparing units for lease and leasing same •Ensure that tenants comply to the terms and conditions of their lease •Ensure the timely collection of rent and utility costs •Prepare monthly accounting statements •Manages operations, payments for leasing and maintenance •Manage on site staff, security team and sub-contractors •Vector Control for site and apartment buildings •Document and report on all business transactions related to the property •Keep complete set of documents and leases relating to Sunflowers operations and tenants. BANQUET CHEF As Banquet Chef, you would be responsible for preparing, seasoning and cooking a variety of meats, vegetables, soups, breakfast’s dishes and other
•Degree from accredited culinary school. •Several years’ experience in the food industry and food production •Possess considerable knowledge in food preparation, presentation and portion control. •Ability to plan, organize and direct the activities of employees in the kitchen area. •Ability to develop an effective working relationship with fellow employees and supervisors. •Ability to read, write and communicate effectively with co-workers and customers in an English speaking environment. •Coordinate all food orders between stations and food servers. •Assist in directing and correcting the presentation and portioning of food for all banquet functions. •Adhere to policies and procedures regarding sanitation and sanitary food handling. •Maintains the work area, including all counter tops, utensils, equipment, and refrigeration in a clean and sanitary condition in accordance with company health and safety regulations. •Have thorough knowledge of menus and the preparation required, according to hotel standards. •Maintain cleanliness and organization of all storage areas •Prepare and display buffet food items according to the hotel standards. •Proficiency in the following cooking techniques: charbroiling, poaching, deep-frying, sauté, braising, roasting and par-cooking. •Recognize quality standards in fresh vegetables, fish, dairy, and meat products. •Knowledge of herbs and spices and proper use of each. •Prepare food for Banquets, as required, following specifications on Banquet Event Orders. •Preparation of specials will be under the direction of the Executive Chef. •Breakdown buffets and plated meals, storing food and equipment properly at the end of each meal period. •Work banquet food station as scheduled by the Executive Chef. •Know the location and operation of all fire extinguishing equipment. •Practice safe work habits at all times to avoid possible injury to self or other employees. •Be able to support any position in the Kitchen that is in need of help. •Must be able to work in hot kitchen, in fast paced environments and in demanding situations. •Must be willing to begin work some days in the early morning hours and other times remain at work late into the night depending on the size and time of a particular banquet. •Must be able to work weekends and holidays as these are common times for banquets. •Must be able to handle heavy lifting, long hours of standing and other taxing physical activities. •Makes sure adequate numbers of kitchen staff are scheduled to properly handle each banquet. •Meets with potential banquet clients to discuss menu options. •Must have the ability to multi-task while remaining focused on the goal. •Must have excellent verbal communication and leadership skills. •Be able to express creativity through food selections, preparation and presentation. •Must be detail oriented. •Must have the ability to remain calm in high stress situations. •Be able to solve problems quickly under pressure. •Must have adequate upper body strength for heavy lifting and strong back and leg muscles for hours of standing, bending and walking around. •Perform additional duties as the need arises In addition, we are also currently recruiting for the following: •Servers •Runners •Houseman •Room Attendant •Cook •Dining & Banqueting Coordinator •Security Guard •Director of Finance •Lead Server
Interested candidates should apply via e-mail to Seven Stars at hr@sevenstarsgracebay.com for consideration. Application deadline: November 27, 2015.
ONLY CANDIDATES MEETING ABOVE REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS WILL BE CONTACTED.
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LOCAL SPORTS “SKATE VISITS TCIFA” On October 22, 2015 the Turks and Caicos Islands Football Association (“TCIFA”) welcomed Sarah Kate Noftsinger, aka Skate. Noftsinger currently holds the position as Commissioner of Elite Clubs National League, which is currently at the top of the soccer club pyramid in the USA. She also holds the title as co-founder of Inspire Transformation, which identifies and supports aspiring local leaders to establish locally sustainable team and communitybased programs using sports and other culturally relevant activities as catalyst to bring about positive social changes. Notably, Noftsinger has
a vast experience both as a football player and as a coach. Noftsinger expressed her delight during her first visit at the TCIFA’s National Academy, noting that she was impressed with the infrastructure. She also gave high commendations to the well-structured organization, which was evident in the Women’s Football Development Plan and the commitment of the TCIFA executive members and its staff, WFL members and also the volunteers which participates in the programme. TCIFA is known for hosting guest coaches. However, Ms. Noftsinger was a special edition as she
Some of the local female footballers share a photo moment with Sarah Kate Noftsinger (fourth from right).
is the first female guest coach to have participated within this programme. Noftsinger was able to work with the both U15 girls beginners and advance group and also the women’s group which consisted of national team members. Noftsinger was elated to have been given this opportunity and ceased the moment as she was able to motivate players and provide support to Olivia Gravely, TCIFA’s Youth Director. Candace Hanchell, TCIFA’s Executive Director responsible for women’s football, noted that Noftsinger’s visit was specifically in collaboration with the Women’s Football League (“WFL”) as it
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pertained to the enhancement of the league’s growth and development. Hanchell also noted that with the adaptation of suggestions and ideas which were birthed from various meetings with Noftsinger and members of the WFL Committee, will be beneficial not only to the WFL, but also provide positive results with respect to the Live Your Goals campaign, by helping to increase the number of female participation within the sport. Hanchell also stated that “there is no doubt that the fusion of Noftsinger and TCIFA women’s football will produce positive results and endless opportunities.”
Sarah Kate Noftsinger takes the local female footballer through a drill
Sonia Bien-Aime represents FIFA at Sports Travel Awards 2016 TCIFA President and FIFA Executive Committee Member Sonia Bien-Aime, attended the Sports Travel Awards to collect an award on behalf of FIFA for the Best Professional Sports Event Series or Circuit, presented to the 2015 FIFA Women’s World Cup, Canada. The Sports Travel Awards have been given out since 2003 and honor the best in sportsevent management. Each year, readers of the magazine nominate events in amateur, collegiate and professional sports categories. They give out awards in each category for a single-sport event, a multi-sport event and a series or circuit. After readers nominate events, they then place the top nominations on a ballot for them to vote for a winner. This year, the Best Professional Sports Event Series or Circuit received the following nominations on the ballot: 2014 MLB World Series, San Francisco, CA and Kansas City MO; 2015 Amgen Tour of California, Various SAY NO TO
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Commenting on her trip, Bien-Aime said: “It is an absolute honor to receive this award from experts of the game, and to have been voted the best from amongst the other dominating sports events.” She also expressed a huge thank you to the Sports Travel readers for rewarding the FIFA Women’s World Cup and to the Canadian Local Organization for their hard work hand in hand with the FIFA administration. “To all the volunteers involved in the tournament who contributed hugely to the success of the tournament and to the fans, the ones who Sonia Bien-Aime displays the award collected at the Sports made the tournament a success,” she said. Travel Awards
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Usain Bolt reveals his diet
Usain Bolt, the world’s fastest man
Usain Bolt is not the fastest man alive. In the realm of documented nonfiction, there is no one faster, alive or dead. He is the fastest person, ever. In the 2012 Olympics, Bolt set a world record of 9.63 seconds at the 100-meter dash, but that’s only a small facet of what makes his dominance so remarkable. At the previous games, Bolt became the first sprinter to achieve a “double double,” where for the second Olympics in a row he won gold medals in both the 100- and 200-meter dashes. In 2012, Bolt won golds in both events again. Even with American runners making admirable wins in all of those same races, no sprinter is better known abroad or stateside than Usain Bolt. When he’s not obliterating world records, Bolt is training to break more of them in his home country of Jamaica. And that training typically consists of very long, very hot days. “I try not to eat too much up to a workout, but I stay hydrated. I drink Gatorade throughout the day because it’s so hot
in Jamaica,” Bolt, a longtime rep for the brand, says. “You have to keep it up throughout the day.” One admittedly small advantage to being the fastest person, ever, is having your own cook. Bolt starts the day with a simple egg sandwich, spends 20 minutes in the weight room, then has a light lunch of pasta with corned beef, or, if he needs to go light on meat, fish. Then his training starts for real. “During the day I only eat just enough to have energy for training and to make sure I digest fast enough. But at nights, before I go to sleep, I consume a lot of food. My coach wants me to eat a lot of vegetables, so I do eat more of that than anything else. I’ll eat broccoli, but I’m not a big fan.” The veggies and grudging broccoli go with yams, meat, and Jamaican dumplings. When Bolt first started running, he was much less regimented. “In the past three years I’ve really focused on my diet. Initially I just had
anything I feel like, but I’ve adjusted my diet to eat more vegetables and protein.” “When you start with a coach and there’s a weight you need to stay at, and every day you have to weigh yourself and watch what you eat. When you get your cravings you just have to look the other way. That’s the hardest part.” And most common craving? “Hot wings,” he says. “That’s the biggest craving that I have, all the time.” Breakfast Egg sandwich Lunch Pasta and corned beef Throughout the day Mango, pineapple, apples throughout the day. Dinner Jamaican dumplings, roasted chicken
West Indies Reinstate Simmons as Coach after public Apology
Windies Spinner Narine reported Again for Suspect Action West Indies off-spinner Sunil Narine has been reported for a suspect bowling action during Saturday’s third and final one-dayer against Sri Lanka, the International Cricket Council (ICC) said. “The match officials’ report, which was handed over to the West Indies team management after the match, cited concerns about the legality of the 27-yearold’s deliveries,” the ICC said in a statement on Monday. “He is required to undergo testing within 14 days, and, during this period, Narine is permitted to continue bowling in international cricket until the results of the testing are known,” it added. The ODI series in Sri Lanka, which the hosts swept, marked
Narine’s return to international cricket after being reported first during the 2014 Champions League Twenty20 tournament in which he represented Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). Even though he was free to bowl in international cricket, his board withdrew him so that he could remodel his action. Narine, who has played six tests and 55 one-day internationals, was subsequently picked for the World Cup in Australia earlier this year but the spinner pulled out saying he needed more time to fine tune his action. The kinks in his action resurfaced again in this year’s Indian Premier League Twenty20 competition with the KKR spinner being reported again.
West Indies Head Coach Phil Simmons during nets West Indies have reinstated Phil Simmons as head coach of their senior squads after he apologised for criticising team selection. Simmons was suspended in September for questioning the continued omissions of all-rounders Dwayne Bravo and Kieron Pollard, saying he was not getting “the best 50over ODI squad”. Eldine Baptiste took over for the tour of Sri Lanka which concludes with a Twenty20 match on Wednesday. Sri Lanka won both tests and all three ODI internationals on the tour. The West Indies Cricket Board (WICB) said in a statement that Simmons’ reinstatement involved him receiving a letter of reprimand and making a public apology. “I regret my public outburst
during a press conference...and the revelation of the vote that took place at the selection meeting,” said Simmons in an audio apology released by the WICB. “I extend a public apology to all whom I may have offended. I have personally apologised to my fellow selectors and the WICB and now do so again publicly. “I am looking forward to putting this behind me and doing the job I enjoy with the West Indies’ senior men’s teams,” said Simmons. Former West Indies test batsman and Ireland coach Simmons took charge in March and led them to a 1-1 three-test series draw at home against England before suffering a 2-0 series defeat by Australia in the Caribbean.
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FIFA Ethics Review Clears 5 Candidates to Succeed Sepp Blatter
family. Rights activists have accused him of playing a part in the jailing and torture of soccer players from Bahrain who peacefully demonstrated against his family’s rule during the Arab Spring in 2011. Sheikh Salman has long denied the allegations, calling them “nasty lies” in an interview with the BBC last month. Rights advocates have held firm. “If FIFA has any hope to move past corruption and scandal, it must Sheikh Salman bin Ebrahim al-Khalifa, president of the Asian begin by disqualifying Sheikh Salman from the soccer confederation presidential race,” Husain Abdulla, executive director ZURICH — Five of the seven men hoping of Americans for Democracy and Human Rights in to succeed Sepp Blatter as president of FIFA, the Bahrain, said in an email. governing body of world soccer, have passed an With the help of a private investigative firm, internal ethics review and have been formally cleared FIFA prepared detailed files on all candidates in to run in a February election, the group’s electoral recent months; they included background checks and committee announced on Thursday. information on financial and criminal histories. A The electoral committee rejected the three-person review board, led by Mr. Scala, studied candidacy of Musa Bility of Liberia, “in view of the those files and voted on each candidate. content of the integrity check report relating to In addition to Sheikh Salman, FIFA approved him,” but declined to be more specific, saying it had the candidacies of Prince Ali bin al-Hussein of Jordan, explained its decision to him privately. Jérôme Champagne of France, Gianni Infantino of The seventh candidate, Michel Platini of Switzerland and Tokyo Sexwale of South Africa. France, the head of the European confederation Those five names will appear on the election UEFA, submitted paperwork to enter the race on Oct. ballot on Feb. 26, when the 209 member associations 8, only hours before he was provisionally suspended of FIFA will cast their votes. by FIFA amid a corruption investigation by the Swiss Andreas Bantel, a spokesman for Mr. Scala, authorities. said in an email that the committee had taken the The chairman of the electoral committee, Bahrain allegations against Sheikh Salman into Domenico Scala, has said he will not consider the account. “No evidence has been found with regard candidacy of Mr. Platini, who was once regarded as to any personal and direct involvement of Sheikh the favorite to replace Mr. Blatter, or perform an Salman bin Ebrahim al-Khalifa into these alleged ethics review of him until the suspension is lifted. Mr. activities,” Mr. Bantel wrote. “The ad hoc electoral Platini has denied any wrongdoing. committee concluded that there were no grounds to But the announcement regarding the disqualify his candidacy.” remaining five candidates was also not without Mr. Abdulla’s group and other rights controversy. advocates asked FIFA to investigate the accusations The organization approved Sheikh Salman against Sheikh Salman as early as 2013, when he bin Ebrahim al-Khalifa, president of the Asian soccer was elected president of the Asian confederation. confederation and a member of Bahrain’s royal The activists specifically charged that Sheikh
Salman had led a committee that studied pictures of pro-democracy demonstrations and identified athletes who had participated in them. At least three soccer players, the groups said, were later detained and tortured; upon their release, they were exiled from the Bahrain national team. “Everything we have presented, from the testimonies of tortured soccer players to the Bahrain Football Association statements, are already on the public record,” Mr. Abdulla wrote in the email. “The crackdown is an incontestable fact.” In response to the allegations, Sheikh Salman told the BBC in 2012 that there was no evidence of his involvement and that he was not responsible for protecting athletes who “did something wrong” off the field. Michael J. Garcia, a lawyer who conducted ethics investigations for FIFA before resigning in 2014, declined to examine the accusations against Sheikh Salman in past years. In an Oct. 2, 2013, letter to Mr. Abdulla, seen by The New York Times, Mr. Garcia expressed concern about the gravity of the accusations but said that he had limited authority and that the allegations were beyond the scope of FIFA’s ethics code. FIFA was plunged into a different crisis in May, when, just before Mr. Blatter’s re-election, seven international soccer officials were arrested in Zurich on racketeering conspiracy and corruption charges brought by the United States. Days later, Mr. Blatter announced that he would relinquish his post, setting off the scramble to succeed him just as FIFA, framed as a victim in the United States’ case, started seeking to demonstrate cooperation with the authorities and seriousness about overhauling itself. In the United States’ case, which stretches from Miami to São Paulo, Brazil, there has been some progress in bringing international defendants to federal court in Brooklyn to answer the charges against them.
Diack resigns as honorary IOC member - IOC
Former world athletics (IAAF) president Lamine Diack has resigned as honorary member of the International Olympic Committee following the launch of a formal investigation against the Senegalese for suspected corruption and moneylaundering, the IOC said on Wednesday. Diack, who was provisionally suspended by the IOC on Tuesday and has also resigned as president of the International Athletics Foundation, is alleged to have received more than one million euros ($1.07 million) in bribes in 2011 to cover up positive doping tests of Russian athletes. The 82-year-old, an IOC
Chelsea fined 50,000 pounds and West Ham 40,000
member from 1999 to 2013 before becoming an honorary member a year later, was placed under formal investigation in France this week and questioned by authorities before being released on a bail bond of 500,000 euros and banned from leaving the country. His resignation from the Olympic body comes two days after the publication of a World Anti-Doping Agency independent commission report on allegations of widespread corruption and collusion by Russian officials, including state security services, to cover up results of drug tests, destroy samples and intimidate laboratory staff.
Chelsea and West Ham United have been fined 50,000 ($75,535) and 40,000 pounds respectively after both clubs admitted FA misconduct charges following their bad-tempered Premier League clash last month. “The charge was for failing to ensure their players conducted themselves
The report also identified “systematic failures” by the IAAF governing body, already rocked by the probe against Diack and other officials. Diack served as president of the IAAF from 1999 until August this year when he was succeeded by Briton Sebastian Coe. His son Papa Massata Diack and three others have also been charged with various alleged breaches of the IAAF’s Code of Ethics. Diack was a powerful figure within the IOC as he controlled the flagship sport of the Olympic Games for more than 15 years, with athletics also a big beneficiary, along with swimming, of the IOC’s Olympic Games financial contributions. Lamine Diack
in an orderly fashion,” the FA said in a statement on Tuesday. Both clubs, who were also severely warned over their future conduct, were charged because of the reaction of their players following Chelsea midfielder Nemanja Matic’s red card during West Ham’s 2-1 league win on Oct. 24.
Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho was sent to the stands during the ill-tempered affair for confronting referee Jon Moss at halftime and refusing to leave the official’s dressing room. Mourinho was handed a one-match stadium ban which forced him to miss Saturday’s 1-0 defeat at Stoke City.
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