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VILLAS AND CONDOS AVOIDING TAXES

by Hayden Boyce Publisher & Editor-in-Chief

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wners of villas, condominiums and some private homes in Turks and Caicos Islands are making significant sums of money from renting their properties, but many of them are not paying accommodation taxes to Government.

The practice has been ongoing for many years and has grown in popularity.

Now the Turks and Caicos Hotel and Tourism Association and TCI Chamber of Commerce Chamber are speaking out against it.

They raised the matter when their directors recently met recently Premier Hon. Sharlene Cartwright-Robinson and members of the new administration and to address concerns facing the private sector.

The two largest private sector organisations said an area of concern raised was the need to protect the “Condo model”.

They are calling on Government to regulate the use of condos as private rental properties.

“This is a practice which not only undermines the accommodation sector but allows persons to evade paying taxes,” the two organisations said in a press statement.

“An area also identified was that of private home owners using platforms like Airbnb, VRBO (Vacation Rentals By Owner) etc. to secure bookings, an emerging business which needs regulating as it can be a revenue source for the administration in the collection of government tax.”

A check on the VRBO. com site revealed that there are 951 rental properties in the Turks and Caicos Islands, including 876 on the island of

Premier Hon. Sharlene Cartwright-Robinson was recently a special guest, and gave brief remarks at the Sister Sister Annual Prayer Breakfast at the Occasions Ball Room on Saturday January 21st where she was presented with a bouquet of flowers by Lola Cook and Keondra Simons. Looking on is Founder of Sister Sister TCI Mrs. Lillian Boyce.

Providenciales. Some of the properties are renting for as much as US$5,000 per night.

The SUN understands that some of these properties pay their accommodation, but others have found ways to beat the system

Airbnb is an online marketplace and homestay network enabling people to list or rent short-term lodging in residential properties, with the cost of such accommodation set by the property owner.

It also has a number of properties for rent in the Turks and Caicos Islands.

Up to the time of this report, it could not be ascertained how much money VRBO

or AirBNB has paid the Turks and Caicos Islands Government in accommodation taxes.

Last year, The Turks and Caicos Hotel and Tourism Association applauded the region’s leading umbrella tourism private sector organization, the Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association (CHTA), and its efforts to find solutions to address the challenges and opportunities presented by the rapid rise of the online vacation home rental industry and other sharing economy businesses being fueled by hosting platform companies like Airbnb and Uber.

CHTA released a Resource Guide to support TCI’s local efforts to

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create a level playing field through the taxation and regulation of the sector and its engagement in local public and private sector tourism development efforts.

“This is a timely and helpful document with broad implications for TCI and the Caribbean in general. We are fully supportive of the need to create a level playing field and look forward to working with government to advance the recommendations provided by the CHTA report,” said Stacy Cox, TCHTA’s Executive Director.

The Caribbean has seen explosive growth in the short-term vacation home rental business.

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Immigration Minister concerned about human trafficking - Page 6

Report from Cabinet meeting - Page 8

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Continued from Page 1 Taking advantage of new technology platforms, many residential owners throughout the world are sharing in tourism revenues by providing accommodations through marketplaces or host platforms such as Airbnb, VRBO, and HomeAway which have emerged as the industry’s top leaders.

Airbnb, in particular, recorded more than 25,000 listings in the Caribbean as of February 2016 and is projecting significant growth this year. Destinations such as the Dominican Republic, Cuba, Puerto Rico, Guadeloupe, Jamaica, Cancún, Martinique and Barbados feature the most listings on Airbnb with continued growth projected throughout the entire region. St. Lucia expects a 17% yearover-year increase in stays in 2016.

Aruba saw the number of visitors using non-traditional accommodations (private homes, apartments, villas, condominiums) in 2015 jump from 24% of visitors to 33%.

“As many governments throughout the world have experienced, the sharing economy made possible by these hosting platforms is happening whether or not we choose to embrace it and it presents new opportunities for the industry as well,” said CHTA President Karolin Troubetzkoy. “This leaves us with two options: we can

allow it to develop as an untaxed and under-regulated market and lose out on tremendous opportunities or we can bring all the players to the table to work out solutions to the benefit of all concerned parties,” added Troubetzkoy.

“CHTA has endeavored to take a positive, constructive and balanced approach to the Guide, welcoming this rapidly developing accommodations sector but also calling for a fair play arrangement regarding taxation and some measure of standards beyond those applicable to residences.

CHTA is not calling for there to be the same detailed and sometimes onerous regulatory requirements for hotels, but for a level of regulation beyond those which simply apply to residences. These are commercial enterprises regardless as to how one looks at it and the welfare of the guest and health, safety and reputation of the host property, the hosting platform, and the destination must be considered,”according to Troubetzkoy.

The Guide provides the region’s public and private sector tourism stakeholders with a summary of the key issues surrounding the sharing economy, its impact on the tourism sector globally as well as regionally, and the opportunities presented by this emerging accommodations sector.

It offers solutions and new approaches

for the Caribbean’s NHTAs and governments to consider when regulating and regularizing this emerging industry. And it sets the stage for engaging the emerging accommodations sector in organized public and private sector efforts to protect and grow the tourism industry.

The proliferation of Airbnb and other such hosting platforms is also beginning to effect airlift capacity to some destinations. In some cases, increased airline load factors have reduced the number of seats available for traditional hotel guests or have driven up the cost of air tickets. “Therefore, it is important that we account for this growing accommodations sector in our research, product development, airlift development, and marketing efforts in order to plan accordingly,” noted Troubetzkoy.

Increasingly, governments throughout the world are working in partnership with local tourism industry stakeholders and hosting platform companies such as Airbnb, taking a proactive approach to addressing challenges and concerns.

With the support of companies like Airbnb, destinations are adopting new measures to address the taxation and regulation of home vacation stays.

Underscoring the untapped potential for Caribbean jurisdictions

experiencing budgetary challenges, a 2016 Airbnb study estimates that the 50 largest cities in the U.S. would have collected an additional $200 million in occupancy taxes in 2015 if taxation measures and supporting collection and enforcement protocols were in place. At the same time, concerns over the safety and well-being of both travelers and their non-traditional hosts are also prevalent. Traditional hotel and taxi businesses operate with strict property and insurance liability requirements and must meet stringent safety, cleanliness and operational standards, which are kept at a voluntary minimum for most home rental operators.

“By embracing the sharing economy, we are able to hold nontraditional accommodation and service providers to a higher degree of responsibility than that which is typically expected for strictly residential use. This will help protect the reputation of a destination and the Caribbean brand as a whole,” said Troubetzkoy. CHTA is supporting local efforts to bring together public and private sector stakeholders to review their existing laws and regulations pertaining to taxes, health and safety requirements and other standards, incorporating the necessary changes for the sharing economy.

Fifteen dead bodies found from Haitian boat tragedy

By Todeline Defralien

At least fifteen Haitians drowned on the morning of Tuesday, January 24, 2017, when an illegal sloop capsized off North West Point, Providenciales.

Although police had only recovered fifteen bodies so far, it is believed that there could be several more victims in the choppy and deep waters of the Atlantic Ocean.

Police have a man in custody who was on the Haitian boat that sank off North West Point in Providenciales on Tuesday. But although they body count has now risen to fifteen, eight females and seven males they still don’t know for sure how many persons may have died in the boat accident.

What they do know, is that there were 69 persons onboard the boat and the other fifty-three are yet to be found.

The 23-year-old man who is in custody told police that the small, one-engine boat left Cape Rouge in Haiti, on Sunday, January 22nd, 2017, with sixty-nine persons onboard (fifty

males and nineteen females).

He said that a number of persons were below the deck and others were on top. As the boat approached land, he heard a loud sound as the vessel hit a rock and it began to sink. He was able to swim and save himself.

The SUN understands that some of the illegal Haitians made it to shore and disappeared.

Police spokesman Kevin Clarke told The SUN, “A search is still ongoing by Police and Immigration Officers for bodies of persons who may have drowned following the incident of an illegal Haitian Sloop that capsized in rough seas in the Northern Western Point of Providenciales on Tuesday 24th January 2017.So far, officials have discovered a total of 15 bodies consisting of 8 females and 7 males.

Information received was that 69 souls were on board the sloop “Adonai” when it left Cape Rouge in Haiti. One survivor from that ship was captured

by Police. As a result officials so far can only account for 16 persons in total with 53 still outstanding.

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.

1.Parcel 60002/202, North West & North Central Providenciales.

Three bedroom, two bathroom 1306 sq. ft. property in Phase 2 of the Priton Development Registered Proprietor: Monique Shandalyn Delancy 2.Parcel 60702/207, Cheshire Hall & Richmond Hill, Providenciales Two bedroom, two bath, 1,219 sq. ft. unit in the Plantation Hill Condominium Development Registered Proprietor: Susan Margaret Scott 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 10th day of February 2017.

A reserved price will be fixed on all parcels and a deposit of 10% is due immediately upon all accepted bids.

He added: “Persons within West Point area, perhaps in order to the Haitian Community with concerns avoid being detected by the coastal regarding relatives can contact the radar which is located in Five Cays, Chalk Sound Police Station at 338- and also because it would take law 5901 for information. Anyone who enforcement a longer time to get to has information on the whereabouts that remote location.

Prior to this accident, on of illegal immigrants who may have arrived on this boat is asked to Thursday, January 5th, 2017, a come forward with any information wooden boat from Haiti with 70 or contact the Chalk Sound Police men and 14 women was intercepted Station.

Further searches are around 11:30 a.m., 23 miles South East of Providenciales. There were no ongoing.”

When The SUN visited the fatalities.

In November 2013, at least scene, the boat was seen overturned on the beach, the tide was high, the 30 Haitians who tried to sail to the sea was extremely choppy and a United States drowned after their number of bodies were seen floating in overloaded boat ran aground off The the water. A few bodies were also seen Bahamas and capsized.

On Christmas Day, 2013, 18 on the beach, but those photographs are too graphic to be shown.

Haitians died when their overloaded

For several hours, Police, boat was intercepted by police and Immigration, Medical Services, the was being escorted to shore when it US Coast Guard and other vessels sank off the coast of Providenciales.

The worst boat tragedy have been in the North West Point involving Haitians was in 2007, when area searching for survivors.

Law enforcement sources about 80 Haitians drowned or were said it appeared as though the illegal eaten by sharks after their boat Haitians are now trying to enter the capsized near Turks and Caicos with Turks and Caicos Islands in the North 150 people aboard.

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Hotel and Tourism Association, Chamber of Commerce meet new Government

Directors of the Turks and Caicos Hotel and Tourism Association and TCI Chamber of Commerce met recently to welcome Premier Hon. Sharlene Cartwright-Robinson and members of the new administration and to address concerns facing the private sector.

Greater strengthening of the sectors’ partnership along with key areas including matters related to immigration, education, crime and security, service charge and ease of doing business were on the agenda when the two largest associations in TCI voiced their concerns.

Speakers at the event included Kyle Smith of the Chamber of Commerce who stated “It was of vital importance in the early stages for the Chamber of Commerce to establish a working relationship with the TCHTA. Both groups have a large part to play sector, it is important for us to speak in this economy due to our role in collectively and have the listening ear representing businesses that span all of the Government. There is no greater sectors. It was also vitally important time than now for us to stand up and to engage the new Government from be a voice for our local businesses.” the onset as it is important for the

TCHTA’s Directors noted that Chamber of Commerce to get involved “We are pleased that the administration in advocacy on behalf of our members took time out to meet with us as it and the general community at large. shows that they are committed to As we identify areas of our community developing a working relationship with that are having ongoing issues such as the private sector. We look forward Crime and Security, Immigration and to a continued relationship with the issues that affect our growing tourism Government as we work together in

GK INSURANCE BROKERS LIMITED (TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS) VACANCY: OPERATIONS ASSOCIATE GK Insurance Brokers Limited (GKIB) is seeking to recruit a highly motivated individual to fill the position of Operations Associate. The successful candidate will provide support to the team by providing administrative and accounting support, while proactively administering the insurance needs of clients through follow up and auxiliary services.

KEY RESPONSIBLITIES  Ensures that all bills pertaining to the company are paid according to service standards.  Ensures that statutory deductions including NHIB, NIB, FSC, Revenue Collection Agencies are paid by the required dates.  Prepares payments for all Insurers and principals ac cording to service standards.  Ensures that all copies of cheques and supporting doc uments are scanned and properly filed on the Company’s server.  Prepares Payables Manager Report.  Prepares the monthly general Bordereaux for all Insurers.  Promotes all products and services available at GKIB.

the best interest of Turks and Caicos Islands including protecting the Turks and Caicos brand.”

The Premier advised those present that she is committed to engaging the private sector more and working closely together for the industry to thrive and remain relevant and will also look at finding solutions to the various issues raised.

TCHTA’s guest speaker Bahamas’ former Minister of Tourism and Aviation Vincent Vanderpool-

Wallace also commended the partners for taking the initiative to meet so early in the new administration’s term to ensure that TCI’s business model is preserved and noted that other islands should emulate this practice.

Also attending the meeting were Hon. Josephine Connolly Minister of Education, Hon. Ralph Higgs - Minister of Tourism, Hon. Sean Astwood - Deputy Premier, Hon. Doug Parnell - MP Cheshire Hall and Hon. Edwin Astwood - Minister of Health.

 Prepares medical claim requisitions and cheques for clients.  Follows up all contract documents: policies, endorsements, certificates.  Monitor client receivables per service standards  Maintain underwriting files in accordance with com pany guideline  Maintain dispatch logs for documents and cheques.  Procure office supplies  Performs any other duties, as required.

QUALIFICATIONS  Diploma in Insurance studies and passes in 4 GCE O’level or CXC (General) subjects including Math ematics, Accounts and English Language.  First degree from a recognized institution would be an asset.  Working knowledge of all classes of Insurance.  One to two years experience in a similar capacity.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS  Must be able to handle multiple and competing pri orities.  Excellent communication and well developed inter personal skills.  Excellent organizational and time management skills.  Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.  Good working knowledge of Great Plains and Quick Books accounting software.

Interested persons are invited to submit applications online at GraceKennedy.com by January 31, 2017 or to Ms. Arielle Williams at arielle.williams@gkco.com Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

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Minister of Immigration expresses concern about human trafficking

By Todeline Defralien

Deputy Premier and Minister of Immigration, Hon. Sean Astwood, has expressed serious concerns about human trafficking and said he will be working closely with the Haitian community and Haitian officials to deal with the situation.

Speaking during a press conference at the Hilly Ewing Building, Providenciales, on Wednesday, January 25th, 2017, Astwood said his ministry will be working closely with the Haitian Counsel and the Haitian community in this country to help solve the problem.

“They’re a number of sectors in the country that we all are aware of that can help us and we have to properly engage them and get them through the education process to understand the negative effects of this (human trafficking). And while the loss of life is the major issues that we are dealing here with today and in the future I am sure that we’ll have to.

The negative situation that happens as a result of human trafficking and situation like these that we have to grapple with, we really must get the community involved it has to be a big part of the solution.”

When asked by media what degree of human trafficking is taken place, he added: “The general view is that any one of these sloops that is coming to these shores has to be viewed under the light of human trafficking.

Hon. Sean R. Astwood– Deputy Premier and Minister of Immigration and Border Control and Employment, Police Commissioner James Smith and Governor Dr. John Freeman Someone is making a profit off of this exercise. Persons are being sold lies on what to expect, and persons in their desperate situations are giving up everything that they own basically to make their journey here.”

He added: “In terms of the magnitude of human trafficking I am sure if we look back at the number of sloops that came in and the persons that were detected we can have a closer number but I don’t have that here today, but it can give you a sense of how frequent it is and also whatever trends that happen over the years and this is something that my Ministry will begin to keep proper statistics on and be able to communicate to the public more frequently on it.”

Police Commissioner James Smith, who was also at the press conference, said the recovery exercise following the capsized Haitian sloop,

has been a very difficult task.

“It appears that it’s a potential for a large number of people to be safely on shore or sadly for tragedy to unfold.

I can’t emphasize how difficult a task this was for staff involved but I am grateful for the help of local contractors.

We had to cut a road through the bush with heavy equipment. We had to use heavy equipment to overturn the boat where we recovered three bodies and they are now in the hospital morgue”.

“We are making an inquiry to try and track the people who facilitated this tragic event because this is not just about people trafficking, this is about drugs and guns that people are making money on the backs of this and we are determined to try and find them but we need help for that,” Smith stated.

Governor Dr, John Freeman, who asked for a moment of silence to be

observed for those who died, also spoke out against human trafficking.

He said, “I want to also as to all of us here to underline that all that can be done is being done to respond effectively and humanly to the tragedy that has visited this country’s shores. I want also to commend the continuing work of the police, of Immigration officials and other emergency services engaged in the response. I wish also to express thanks for the assistance provided by the US Coast Guard. Also there are longer term dimensions to this tragedy, including the role of traffickers in putting individuals at risk not least at risk of losing their lives in a tragic accident of this kind.

Theses dimensions require continuous vigilance and actions on the part of Government”

WATERLOO HOTEL MANAGEMENT LTD Alexandra Resort, Blue Haven Resort & Marina and the Beach House We are seeking to employ, suitably qualified and experienced hospitality professionals in the positions listed below.

GENERAL MANAGER Reporting to the CEO, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following: Responsibilities: •Initiates and approves, in consultation with the COO/owner the prop erty’s departmental and consolidated annual business/financial/capital and associated business improvement strategies and tactics •Ensures property and departmental financial goals, targets and results, are regularly reviewed and achieved to the greatest extent possible •Creates the appropriate employee culture which aligns to the achieve ment of business plan strategies and brand standards, where applicable •Ensures the property is adequately represented to external contacts, consistent with the nature of the contact always •Operates the property in the most efficient and effective manner possible, identifying and eliminating non-value added activities wher ever possible; •Supports a collegial work environment between the properties opera tional team and specialized shared services teams - sales, marketing, finance, human resources/payroll, IT, purchasing, security, •Overall responsibility for the financial success of the property, including budgeting, forecasting, yield and revenue management.

•Direct supervision of management team and hourly associates, includ ing hiring, training, developing, and performance management.

•Physically inspect the property daily, monitoring cost controls, property condition, cleanliness of product and service throughout the hotel.

Requirements: •Preferably 5 years’ experience as an international Hotel General Man ager •Experience managing hotels, resorts or marina operations for different target groups •Extensive F&B operations experience •Extensive business development experience •Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management or equivalent required MBA degree desired

Salary range for this position begins at $50,000 - $70,000 per annum and will commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the successful applicant.

ASSISTANT RESTAURANT MANAGER Reporting to the Food and Beverage Director, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following: Responsibilities: •Consistently offer professional, friendly, hospitable service •Oversee restaurant operations ensuring compliance with departmental standards and meeting / exceeding guest expectations •Knowledgeable of all food and beverage products •Ensure proper staffing and scheduling in accordance to productivity guidelines •Communicate through pre-shift briefings, and departmental meetings all necessary information to support the operation •Train Team members in all job aspects – service, product knowledge and technical skills •Cash handling and daily accounting •Capitalize on revenues by upselling and controlling expenses •Handle guest concerns in a timely and professional manner •Follow resort policies, procedures and service standards •Ensure compliance with all Health & Safety policies of the organization Requirements: •Minimum of 3 years previous Food and Beverage Supervisory experience •Degree or Diploma in Hospitality Management desirable •Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal and leader ship skills •Fluency in English; a second language would be an asset •Ability to work independently, multi task and prioritize responsibilities •Strong guest service orientation and training skills background •POS experience •Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office Salary range for this position begins at $25,000-$32,000 per annum and will commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the successful applicant.

Interested persons may contact our HR department Mon. – Fri. from 9am-3pm via telephone number 946-8054 or you may submit your resume with qualifications and experience to: hr@wihl.com Please also submit a copy of your completed application to our local labor department.

Closing date ---- January, 30th, 2017

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Statement by Premier, Hon. Sharlene Cartwright Robinson January following Haitian boat tragedy

The Government of the Turks and Caicos Islands is saddened over this recent event involving the death of persons found in the waters of the Turk and Caicos Islands in what can only be described as a tragedy. We offer our condolences to the people of Haiti and the Haitian community here in these Islands.

We must however use this experience to call on the Haitian community to consider seriously the risk of loss of life. This experience must remind this community of the dangerous journey between our countries. It also brings again to national dialogue the matter of human trafficking. The truth is someone profits from this dangerous voyage with reports of persons paying large sums of monies for an opportunity for the life that is sold to them. This cannot be tolerated and we as a new Government will take bold steps to address what has become a serious concern for us as a people.

We reiterate the statement made by this country when we passed the anti - human trafficking laws: we will not and cannot tolerate this practice and will do what we must to ensure those engaged in this criminal activity are dealt with to the fullest extent of the law.

We must also use this opportunity to speak to those living in the Turks and Caicos Islands who encourage persons to take this illegal and dangerous journey. This experience again must encourage you to reconsider your role. We have in recent years detained those who have entered illegally who have come to shore with local numbers for relatives and friends. I wish to remind you that encouragement or harboring of these illegal landings and illegal immigrants is against the laws of the land.

Finally we wish for persons to take our message forward for those that are considering this journey and those that are determined to disregard the laws of the land, our new Government will take bold steps and will strengthen efforts and resources for a border protection system that will not take this issue lightly. We cannot relent into a state of hopelessness.

Whilst we are saddened at this great loss of human life, measures must be put in place to protect persons from themselves, potential victims from human traffickers and our borders from breaches by illegal entrants. We join the Police in their call for assistance.

No one stands to gain in the continuance of this practice and

firm policy positions will be taken and strict enforcement of the laws of these lands will follow. We must again appeal to the relatives and friends living in these Islands and in Haiti to discourage your family and friends to place value on the lives of your loved ones.

All lives are precious and over the next few days we are asking for assistance to help to identify those who have lost their lives in this recent tragedy.

Within the last month, our Government has recorded three illegal sloops making landfall and this issue continues to plague these Islands as already limited resources is having

to be directed towards detention and repatriation costs. We will also seek to strengthen our regional and international relationships in a multi country and multi prong approach to addressing this long standing issue.

We will work with the Haitian Consulate and the Governor’s Office to continue the dialogue on this issue with the newly elected Haitian Government as a matter of urgency.

We will nonetheless do what we must as a country to protect our borders.

On a final note, the Minister of Border Control and I visited the scene yesterday together with the Commissioner of Police and were welcomed by exhausted but committed men and women of a joint operation.

Other ministerial colleagues with responsibility for disaster, health and infrastructure has also showed their support to this hardworking team. We are grateful to the members of the Joint Response Team for the dignity with which they have carried out this daunting task.

Again I must call on all people to act responsibly and to respect the rights of the victims and their families.

This call comes on the heel of my receiving several times over images of human bodies. Let’s be kind in this regard.

President of the Court of Appeal, Mr. Justice Elliott Mottley, QC

Ms. Justice Paula-Mae Weekes

Premier of the Turks and Caicos Islands, Hon. Sharlene Cartwright-Robinson

New Court of Appeal judges

Two new judges, including a female, have been appointed to the Turks and Caicos Islands Court of Appeal.

The new jurists are Ms. Justice Paula Mae Weekes, formerly of the Court of Appeal of Trinidad and Tobago, and Mr. Justice Humphrey Stollmeyer, also a former member of the Court of Appeal of Trinidad and Tobago

They will join President of the Court of Appeal, Mr. Justice Elliott Mottley, QC, of Barbados and Mr. Justice Ian Forte, QC, of

Mr. Justice Humphrey Stollmeyer

Jamaica.

This is the first time the Court of Appeal will have four judges. Three of them judges will sit at any given time.

Sir Edward Zacca, who was the President of our Court of Appeal up until January 2015, has retired.

In 2016, the Court of Appeal presided over three sessions held in the months of January, May and September. A total of 44 appeals were filed consistent with the number of appeals filed in 2015 (43) and 2014 (49).

Mr. Justice Ian Forte, QC, of Jamaica

WATERLOO HOTEL MANAGEMENT LTD Waterloo Hotel Management Ltd is looking to fill the following position.

CORPORATE DIRECTOR Reporting to the CEO, the Corporate Director will require extensive Managerial experience in Operations; Food & Beverage; Sales; Marketing and Finance both in branded and non-branded properties.

•Must have over 10 years’ experience managing resorts operations for different target groups •Must understand fiduciary board responsibilities •Degrees in hospitality preferably a Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management or equivalent required - MBA degree desired •Extensive business development experience •Ability to work in USA

British Caribbean Bank Limited Senior Compliance Officer The Senior Compliance Office provides advice, guidance and support to business units in adhering to regulatory/compliance requirements and assists in implementing compliance initiatives to help manage regulatory risk.

Requirements •Works independently as the senior officer and may coach and educate others.

Individual contributor role providing specialized expertise or may lead a small team of specialists.

•Considered a subject matter expert within a given area working closely with business partners, auditors and/or regulators.

•Contact for business management, regulators and external/internal auditors with assistance from Management, dealing with routine information.

•Provides day to day interaction and support to Management.

•Oversees/executes and/or performs tasks from end to end.

•Focuses on short to mid-term issues (e.g. monthly-quarterly).

Qualifications •Bachelor’s degree or progressive work experience •5-7 Years of related experience •Proactive approach to problem solving •Creative and prudent approach to providing solutions •Good communication skills / team player / good partner •Knowledge of policies, procedures, regulatory requirements Salary range for this position begins at $32,000 per annum and will commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the successful applicant.

Interested persons may contact our Corporate HR department Mon. – Fri. from 9am-3pm via telephone number 946-8054 or you may submit your resume with qualifications and experience to: cgibbons@wihl.com Please also submit a copy to the TCI Labor Department Closing date for application submission is February 10th, 2017

Bianca Harvey is seeking to hire a Domestic Worker The Applicant will be required to clean a private home and office two days per week.

Job summary: maintain a clean, sanitary, comfortable and tidy environment for the owners. Sweeping, scrubbing, mopping and polishing floors, vacuum clean carpets, rugs and draperies, dust and polish furniture and fittings and make up beds and change linens as required.

Person must be punctual, of good character and flexible.

Salary range for this position begins at $120,000 per annum and will commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the successful applicant.

Salary $6.00 p/h

Interested persons may contact our Corporate HR department by submitting your resume with qualifications and experience to: cgibbons@wihl.com Please also submit a copy of your completed application to our local labor department.

Closing date February 10th 2017

Interested persons should send resumes and a copy of their police certificate to info@saunders.tc and the TCI Immigration Board The position is currently filled by a work permit holder

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Report from January 25th Cabinet meeting

His Excellency the Governor, Dr John Freeman, chaired the 2nd meeting of the Cabinet on Wednesday, 25 January 2017, at the Hilly Ewing Building on Providenciales.

All Ministers were present. At this meeting Cabinet:

• Advised His Excellency the Governor to approve the draft Bribery Bill 2017 for forwarding to the House of Assembly;

•Reviewed an information paper from the Ministry of Finance on the expenditure outlook for the financial year ending March 2017.

Cabinet noted areas of significant underspend. It called for a review of the recruitment process to address unfilled vacant positions in the public service and for the introduction of an in-year mechanism to review expenditure and spending plans;

•Noted an information paper from the Ministry of Finance providing an up-date on implementation of the capital programme for the financial year 2016/17 and called for the capital programme monitoring team to report back to Cabinet on progress.

Cabinet further agreed to conduct a review of how the capital programme is operated and monitored in future;

•Advised His Excellency the Governor to approve the Supplementary Appropriation Bill No. 4 with adjustments made by Cabinet for forwarding to the next meeting of the House of Assembly;

•Discussed spending requests for the financial year

2017/18 and expressed concern at bids submitted. Cabinet called for all ministries, departments and agencies to resubmit more realistic budget bids including prioritising bids and identifying savings to help offset new funding requests. Cabinet will consider revised funding requests at its next meeting on 1 February;

•Advised His Excellency the Governor to approve amendments to the Immigration Regulations to address errors and omissions, to make clearer the process for the application of various types of permits and certificates, to introduce new fees for the implementation of improved ID cards for word permits, residence permits and PRC certificates and to amend the current work permit application form;

•Approved the renewal of the rental agreement for the Chalk Sound Police Station on Providenciales for a period of 5 years commencing 28 February 2017 subject to identified structural repairs being carried out by the landlord;

•Advised His Excellency the Governor to approve the Miscellaneous Amendments (General) Bill 2017, which makes amendments to various pieces of existing legislation, for forwarding to the next meeting of the House of Assembly;

•Approved an amendment to the Registered Land Ordinance to provide for new means for service of notice;

•Approved the introduction of an Express Desk at the Land Registry to provide an expedited

This employer seeks dynamic individuals to work with a beachfront boutique luxury property as a Data Coordinator.

The individual must have the following attributes: •Customer focused and able to build the relationships.

•Input all raw data into models for analysis as it pertains to the condo-property •Analyze data for senior property staff and present information in a suitable format •Assist senior management with data gathering and data channels •Build data models within excel and other suitable software where appropriate •Assist with data analysis of social media channels and present findings •Analysis of administration data on a weekly and monthly basis •Complete all assigned as directed by senior property management •Answer all phone calls or radios while on and off shift •Must be able to read, write and communicate in English •Will be involved in special projects from time to time •Must be willing to work weekends, holidays and hours outside of the standard work week •High school or post-secondary diploma will be an asset This position is not held by a work permit holder.

Prospective & qualified applicants can send copies of their applications to the email address noted below or to the labour board.

Applications will be accepted only up to February 10th, 2017 Please forward resumes to:

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document registration service for a user fee of $75 and for the Registered Land Ordinance to be amended;

•Advised His Excellency the Governor to approve the grant of a 25-year lease at commercial rates over Crown Land Parcel 10405/174 and 197 (combined) at East Suburbs, Grand Turk, to Mr Dennis Swann for the construction of a commercial retail store and car wash facility;

•Advised His Excellency the Governor to approve an amendment to the Climate Change Committee to include the Director of Planning and the Director of Works of the Ministry of Infrastructure, Housing and Planning as members of the committee;

•Received an information paper from the Ministry of Health, Agriculture and Human Services and noted up-dates on the management and financial situation and audit of the National Health Insurance Board;

• Discussed the TCI statutory bodies and was informed by the Hon. Premier that a review of all statutory bodies would be taken forward soon;

•Discussed measures to remove the recently beached cargo vessel on Governor’s Beach on Grand Turk;

•Received an up-date from His Excellency the Governor and the Hon. Premier on developments connected to the Haitian sloop which was discovered at North West Point on Providenciales on 24 January.

Further information on these matters will be provided by Ministers in due course.

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Chukka Caribbean Adventures (TCI) Ltd is about playtime! It’s about fun, laughter and a passion for life. Every single member of the CHUKKA team in Jamaica, Belize and Turks & Caicos contributes to helping their guests play; they get to wow them at every turn with all that the Caribbean has to offer.

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All successful applicants must: •Be at least 21 years old.

•Be well spoken in English.

•Possess excellent interpersonal & written communication skills.

•Trustworthy & Reliable disposition with a clean criminal record.

•Positive & disciplined work attitude in a customer service oriented business.

•Must be willing and able to work flexible hours, including weekends, public holidays as necessary to meet the challenging needs of cruise ship schedules and/or reasonable needs of the business.

See below opportunities currently available in the Turks & Caicos Islands: DRIVER TOUR GUIDE •Have a minimum of 3 years driving experience.

•Possess a valid Public Service Driver’s license •Enjoy nature, with a passion for people PHOTOGRAPHER GUIDE •Have a minimum of 3 years in a customer service or sales environment •Be able to operate a professional camera and utilize computers BOAT CREW TOUR GUIDE •Have a minimum of 5 years experience working on boats as a lifeguard or boat crew •Have training or certification in Lifeguard/CPR •Enjoy marine environment and have a passion for people BOAT CAPTAIN •Have a minimum of 5 years as experience as a Captain/First mate •Posses a valid captain license and certification in CPR ENTERTAINMENT COORDINATOR •Have a minimum of 3 years experience in entertaining groups of people •Very outgoing, active and engaging and confident speaking over a microphone WATCHMAN/SECURITY •Be vigilant and agile •Enforce safety and security standards effectively GROUNDS KEEPER •Have experience in landscape maintenance.

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New senior court staff appointed

A number of new appointments recently have been made in the Turks and Caicos Islands Judiciary.

Ms. Renee Mclean is the new Registrar of the Supreme Court, while Mrs. Nalini Shiwarm-Kulpa, is the Court Administrator, a newly created post.

Carlo Mason is the new Senior Deputy Registrar, and Ms. Aisha Defour, who was recruited from Trinidad, is a Judicial Assistant working with Chief Justice Margaret Ramsay-Hale.

The new Chief Magistrate is Mrs. Tanya Lobban –Jackson.

McLean takes on the role of Registrar, following the resignation of Senior Deputy Registrar, Mrs. Nayasha Hatmin who acted in the post of Registrar for a year after the departure of Ms. Ona Harewood in December 2015.

Mrs. ShiwarmKulp is a Guyanese national and attorney-at-law who was recruited from the Caribbean Court of Justice

where she was a Project Magistrate, Ms. Tanya Manager for the JURIST Lobban –Jackson, was project. recruited from the Office

“In the short period of the Director of Public of time since she joined Prosecutions in the Cayman us, Ms. Kulpa has already Islands. proved herself to be a The new Registrar, tremendous asset to the Ms. Mclean, was recruited Judicial Administration,” from the Court Service said Chief Justice Ramsay- in Trinidad and Tobago Hale at the recent opening where she was Assistant of the new court year. “She Registrar in the Registry is uniquely qualified to steer of the Family Court, a the ship as we move towards Court which, according to our goal of digitising our the Chief Justice, is widely court processes, storing regarded in the Caribbean information electronically as a model Court for dealing and, ultimately, introducing with issues concerning e-filing. She also takes children and families. from me the portfolio “We are very of Accounting Officer pleased that she has joined which I know will us and she is already please the Hon. Premier. making a positive impact, Unfortunately, given the having introduced many Court Administrator’s positive changes in the broad remit for Facilities Registry,” said the Chief and Human Resources Justice.

Management in addition Mr. Mason, to being the Accounting formerly a Crown Counsel Officer for the Courts, she in the Office of the Director has not had as much time of Public Prosecutions and as she would have needed who takes over from Mrs. to complete in 2016 all the Hatmin as Senior Deputy major projects identified by Registrar, will travel the Administration.” between the Providenciales

The new Chief and Grand Turk Registries.

(L-R) Judicial Assistant, Aisha Defour; Renee Mclean Registrar of the Supreme Court and Carlo Mason, Senior Deputy Registrar

Chief Magistrate is Mrs. Tanya Lobban –Jackson

Mrs. Nalini Shiwarm-Kulpa, Court Administrator.

PROVO WATER COMPANY LTD. Provo Water Company Ltd is seeking a suitable applicant to fill the following position: POSITION:

AUTOCAD OPERATOR

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION •Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering •3 to 5 years AutoCAD experience a must. Must have previous experience in mechanical, electrical and civil drafting, blue print reading and 2 or 3 dimensional work •Must have at least 2 years of experience in a waterworks environment •Strong proficiency in AutoCAD Civil, ArcGIS or equivalent software for piping network design is a must.

•Strong knowledge of Primavera (P3) planning software and Microsoft applications.

•Must be able to work under time pressure to meet strict deadlines while producing accurate work JOB DESCRIPTION: The AutoCAD Operator reports to the Head of Engineering and must be able to prepare design and as built drawings in AutoCAD, generate engineering flow diagrams from engineer’s examples, update and modify building and piping layouts, update and modify piping networks and details in AutoCAD in a water utility environment.

The duties of an AutoCAD Operator include: •Able to prepare plans and exhibits which entail making accurate computer drawings from design sketches, conceptual drawings, field compiled survey data, and verbal instructions.

•Updates mechanical, electrical and civil plans and drawings according to amendments and revisions.

•Produce and compile standard facility and utility drawings.

•Make all required revisions to approved designs and maintains complete and accurate drawings.

•Perform 3D view layout, layer and dimensioning techniques.

•Create new drawings out of survey data and verbal instructions.

•Follow through with all projects to ensure successful fabrication and installation.

•Complete field surveys using manual and modern methods to produce accurate location or as built drawings •Maintain a highly organized and accurate database of the company’s field assets including location and detailed drawings •Assist in leak detection investigations that may require periods of night work •Assist in engineering investigations that may include meter testing and other technical work •Assist in performance of maintenance schedule of the Engineering Department •Other duties as assigned by the Head of Engineering to meet the objectives of the Engineering Department and the Company Salary Range:

US$ 32, 400 – 42, 000 per annum

All applications (inclusive of cover letter, CV & copies of qualifications) must be submitted by 10th February 2017 to: Managing Director PO Box 39 Provo Water Company Limited Grace Bay Road Providenciales Turks and Caicos Islands provowater@tciway.tc Only applicants selected for an interview will be notified.

JOB ADVERTISEMENT Gansevoort Turks + Caicos is a contemporary luxury full service boutique resort on Grace Bay Beach. We are looking for driven and energetic professionals with Five Star experience and who are committed to achieving excellence by ensuring Five Star standards and services are continuously delivered.

Food & Beverage Butler/Supervisor •Ensure that all calls for In Room Dining (IRD) are promptly answered in a friendly and courteous manner.

•Knowledgeable in all menu items and answer any questions the guest may have about the menu, restaurant and the hotel.

•Ensure that IRD office is organized, fully stocked at all times.

•Responsible in setting up IRD service trays, orders and on occasion will assist servers.

•Monitor guests dining experience, clearance or removal of trays from guest floors at appropriate time.

•Prepare guest welcome amenities and ensure delivery to guest rooms.

•Responsible in taking restaurant reservation via Open Table system and other F&B events that may take place within or outside the property.

•Directs and ensures the implementation and execution of corporate policies and procedures.

•Directs the activities of restaurant service personnel, Bartenders, Beverage Attendants, Host/Hostess.

•Analyzing and planning restaurant sales levels and profitability, items sales comparison, consumption report.

•Work closely with the Executive Chef and other personnel to plan menus that are flavorful and popular with customers.

•Works closely with the Accounts and provisioning in regards to inventory taking, cost control, loading, ordering and storing.

•Ensure that all guests feel welcome and are given responsive, friendly and courteous service at all times.

•Ensure that all food and products are consistently prepared and served according to the restaurant’s recipes, portioning, cooking and serving standards.

•Investigate and resolve complaints concerning food quality and service.

•Achieve company objectives in sales, service, quality, appearance of facility and sanitation and cleanliness through training of employees and creating a positive, productive working environment.

•Control cash and other receipts by adhering to cash handling and reconciliation procedures in accordance with restaurant policies and procedures.

•Ensure that all products are received in correct unit count and condition and deliveries are performed in accordance with the restaurant’s receiving policies and procedures.

•Oversee and ensure that restaurant policies on employee performance appraisals are followed and completed on a timely basis.

•Schedule labor as required by anticipated business activity while ensuring that all positions are staffed when and as needed and labor cost objectives are met.

Salary Range: $20,000 - $30,000 per annum Interested applicants can contact our Human Resources Department, Monday through Friday 9am to 5pm on (649)941-7555. E- Mail cover letter outlining your interest and supporting experience in a particular position along with your Resume or C.V. to hr@ wymara.com and Employment Services, Sam’s Building, Downtown, Providenciales.

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UK looking for Financial Advisor to the Governor

The post of Chief Financial Officer (CFO) in the Turks and Caicos Islands may soon be abolished, but the United Kingdom (UK) Government is now seeking to create a new post of Financial Advisor to the Governor.

The Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) is advertising the post internationally.

The role will be to advise the Governor on matters pertaining to the financial management of the TCI Government and Statutory Bodies to ensure that they adhere to fiscal legislation and rules, that fiscal

governance is operating effectively and that resources are adequately controlled.

According to the job advertisement, candidates will be required to demonstrate, at least a first degree or equivalent preferably in economics or a professional qualification in accountancy with a strong focus on public finance; or 10 years experience working at a senior level in a public sector organisation e.g. government, local authority or an international financial institution responsible for financial planning and macroeconomic

management.

The person must also have expertise in analysing and transforming complex data and economic and financial trends into actionable material for senior officials and a track record in successfully delivering and managing change, demonstrating personal resilience in overcoming resistance to achieve desired outcomes.

It would be desirable if the person has a”ppropriate knowledge or acquaintance with the region and strong report writing and presentation

skills”.

According to the vacancy, it will be a permanent post and comes with a “competitive salary”.

The closing date for the application is February 23rd.

The post of CFO has been rather controversial, as it is felt that this person has more control and management of the Turks and Caicos Islands’ elected officials.

The current CFO Steve Turnbull is expected to leave his post in a few months.

Report from National Security Council meeting

The National Security Council (NSC) met in Providenciales on 26 January under the joint chairmanship of HE the Governor, Dr John Freeman, and the Hon. Premier, Mrs Sharlene Cartwright-Robinson.

In attendance as members were the Deputy Premier, the Hon. Sean Astwood, the Hon. Attorney-General, Mrs Rhondalee BraithwaiteKnowles, HE the Deputy Governor, Mrs Anya Williams, and the Commissioner of Police, Mr James Smith. The Hon. Minister for Home Affairs, Mr Vedan Williams, attended by invitation to cover matters concerning his Ministry.

The NSC reviewed current security challenges and needs from a strategic perspective.

The Council reached the following main conclusions:

* reaffirmed that achieving security

goals is a whole of government responsibility and requires urgent and sustained attention. A comprehensive approach was needed and would be developed, linking together in a common effort all those with responsibilities in this area;

* noted the current and unacceptable levels of serious crime; and, whilst recognising that these were being addressed professionally and appropriately, concluded that the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force and other relevant agencies required additional resourcing;

*considered with concern recent breaches of TCI’s borders by illicit traffickers with associated and tragic loss of life, and committed to enhance efforts to combat this menace to the public good. Such efforts should include appropriate resourcing of detection and response mechanisms. A security needs assessment paid for

by the UK Government would take place before the end of the current financial year;

*recognised that the work of the immigration authorities and of other concerned arms of government requires of them renewed commitment and increased efficiency.

This includes enhanced efforts to identify undocumented persons living in TCI;

*commended and encouraged further outreach and engagement with regional governments including that of the Republic of Haiti. Whilst noting the recent loss of life from a sloop which beached off Providenciales, identified the importance of communicating the hazards of such illegal migration by sea and the determination of TCIG to apprehend and repatriate those who have entered the country illegally.

Marine Biologist Bohio Dive Resort is looking for a Padi Certified Marine Biologist for our dive and water sports operations.

Qualifications:

* BSc in Marine Biology or equivalent degree * previous experience in whale watching tours * Open Water Certified Diver - Padi Advanced and Rescue Certification * First Aid Certification * Fluency in English (spoken and written) - French and Spanish an asset * Excellent communication, interpersonal and customer service skills * Ability to teach and conduct water sports activities a bonus * SAFE accounting a definite advantage * previous experience working in hospitality environment * must be available 6 days per week including weekends and all public holidays * schedule ranges from 7 am - closing * salary $300.00 per week

Duties will include:

Main duties will include providing enjoyable, informative and safe instructionduring diving, snorkeling and other activities with Marine Biology focus. Organizing and conducting occasional presentations will also be a part of the job, but much of the time will be spend with the water guiding resort guests. Since we cover all the water based activities (fishing, water sports, excursions etc) a flexible approach to work is essential as guest relations, helping with excursions and boat handling, retails sales, equipment maintenance and general dive base housekeeping will also be part of daily routine. He or she will be a hard worker, highly motivated and flexible with impeccable customer service skills, plenty of initiative and the ability to successfully work in a team.

Retreat Kitchen is seeking employment for the following positions: 1)Dishwasher

Must be willing to work 6 days a week

Must be hardworking and motivated

Must speak English 2) Line Cook

Must be willing to work 6 days a week

Must be hardworking and motivated

Must be able to read and write in English

Some kitchen experience 3) Line Cook

Must be willing to work 6 days a week

Must be hardworking and motivated

Must be able to read and write in English

Some kitchen experience 4) Restaurant Host

Must be willing to work 6 days a week

Must speak English

Must be able to read and write in English

Must be hardworking and motivated with good social skills

Must have a keen interest in health and wellness

Must work well under pressure and in a fast paced

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Must be comfortable with cash transactions, credit card

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Must be willing to assist in all other tasks required

Social Media experience required Salary for these positions will commensurate with qualifications and experience

Interested candidates should apply in writing with a cover letter and resume and references to info@bohioresort.com.

Qualified candidates are requested to submit a CV by e-mail to: Laura Mensen Retreat Kitchen info@retreattc.com

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Bar Council needs clarity on major issues, say Katan

The Turks and Caicos Islands at the opening of the Court there was, Bar Council needs clarity on key issues quite rightly, an acknowledgment such as who may become a member of the fact that in our legal system of the bar, and on what basis, and senior positions were held by women what training new TCI attorney must – the Chief Justice, The Hon Justice undertake Joyner and the Attorney General. To

So said Jonathan Katan, that list we now add the DPP and President of TCI Bar Council, who Senior Registrar. In another branch said clarity is also needed about what of Government we welcome the new ongoing professional obligations an Premier, a member of the TCI Bar and, attorney must have and the process not only the first female Premier of of disciplining an attorney if there the TCI, but I believe of any overseas has been an allegation of professional territory. These are all achievements, misconduct. to be acknowledged, approved and

Addressing the recent opening applauded. Indeed such is the clear of the 2017 legal year of the Supreme strength and talent of female attorneys Court, Katan said a draft Legal in this jurisdiction, both within and Profession Ordinance was considered without the legal profession that I am by members of the Bar and, with aware, as will others who attended respect to certain provisions, this Brayton Hall just before Christmas, of resulted in a “lively debate”. one of our brother attorneys who, in

He added: “This legislation, order to obtain a role he was striving although throwing up difficult issues for, felt compelled to disguise himself is central to ensuring that the bar as a woman.” remains independent, professional He said the Bar should take and, well respected. Whether the some credit for having already had members of the bar reach agreement past presidents who are women and a on the difficult issues or the legislation current bar council which consists of a is imposed upon us there is a need for majority of women. clarity on key issues.... and the Bar “This is a trend which is set Council hopes that this Ordinance will to continue,” Katan noted. “Of the 17 be finalised and enacted as soon as or so TCI students that the council possible.” is aware are away studying law 14

Katan continued: “Last year are women. In the future, perhaps,

without taking anything away from the success evidenced in this room there will be no need for anyone to note that a particular senior role has been filled by a woman. Perhaps, in the more distant future we may find ourselves in a position whereby the new incumbent for a senior or leading position says that, “on this occasion and unusually the right woman for job was a man.”

Katan said the Bar also dealt with other pieces of draft legislation, some with more enthusiasm for others, including a draft Limitation Ordinance, draft Companies Ordinance and most recently a draft Insolvency Ordinance.

“These are all substantial pieces of legislation that will have a significant impact on the bar and also the business community in general.

The Council hopes these key pieces of legislation can be given a high priority in the coming year. We would like to acknowledge the work of those on the bar’s legislative committee for their time and hard work reviewing these draft laws,” he said.

“Last year there were 37 new or amending Ordinances and 83 new or amending regulations or notices; I doubt there will be less new law this year – we already have a new practice direction from the Chief Justice in

Jonathan Katan, President of TCI Bar Council relation to fees for matrimonial cases.

As lawyers we are supposed to know the law, but each year that becomes a more difficult, or should I say interesting challenge; but challenge I am sure the members of the bar are more than capable of meeting,” said Katan.

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Premier has promising meeting with members of the Financial Industry association

“The Turks and Caicos Financial Industry Association (‘FIA’) met with the Honourable Sharlene Cartwright-Robinson, the newly elected Premier of the Turks and Caicos Islands, last week in Providenciales to discuss how to grow the international financial services sector in the TCI.

The Premier made it clear to the FIA that she is committed to the industry, and wished to see it become a much larger part of the economy (current share of GDP 13%) given the many new employment opportunities that an expanded financial services industry will create for Turks & Caicos Islanders. Amongst the

immediate actions agreed were to form an advisory group across the public and private sectors who would meet regularly to plan and implement a growth strategy designed to attract new entrants to the industry from overseas to add to TCI’s skill base, and to strengthen and protect the existing industry.

Hon. Cartwright-Robinson said; “The PDM administration is committed to supporting the growth of a vibrant and successful international financial services sector in the Turks and Caicos. We see this sector as a valuable addition to our strong tourism and real estate development based economy, and

we will work with the private sector “I was heartened and delighted by and other relevant stakeholders to our meeting with the Premier, who provide the necessary legislative clearly appreciates the potential foundations, immigration policy and that an expanded financial services political support to enable this sector industry has to help diversify our to thrive and compete on a regional economy and to deliver real economic and global level. We’re keen for growth and new well-paid jobs for the international financial services Turks & Caicos Islanders providing community worldwide to know that them, as it will, with tremendous the Turks and Caicos is open for new scope for professional development business in this sector, and we look and opportunities for new career forward to delivering real growth, paths – as well as bringing deserved new job opportunities and valuable international recognition to the government revenue. Watch this Turks and Caicos. space: we mean business.”

“I look forward to the FIA

Peter Savory, President of working with the Premier to deliver the FIA and long term MD of local on this ambitious but achievable trust company Chartered Trust said; agenda.”

Police investigate a number of firearm-related offences

Detectives of the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force are conducting an investigation into two reports of Aggravated Burglary and a robbery that occurred on Providenciales between Thursday January 26th and and Friday 27th January 2017).

Around 8:09 pm on Thursday 26th March, police responded to the Quality Supermarket in Blue Hills, where the complainant was met and told officers that he was walking on his way home when two males wearing black clothing with gloves and brandishing a black handgun held him up and demanded his belongings. The culprits made off with one phone, a small amount of cash, a wallet

containing identification cards and a gold chain with a pendant.

A search was made in the area for persons fitting the description but no one was found.

Police responded to an Aggravated Burglary Report in the Grace Bay area around 3:21 am on Friday. They met the victim who stated that she was awakened by three males in her home, one pointed a gun at her while the others ransacked her home. The bandits got away with a red wallet containing bank debit cards, along with a small undisclosed amount of cash and a Black Nokia cellphone.

Also on Friday at 3:51 am, police responded

to a home in the Long Bay area to a report of another Aggravated Burglary. The complainant told police that four (4) males came into her home; one of them held her up with a gun while the others search her bedroom. The culprits took a handbag containing a Notepad, wallet with bank debit cards, Driver’s license, other ID’s, a small undisclosed amount of cash, a black Movado watch, one white Ipad and a gold bracelet. Officers did a search in the area and found a red wallet that was reported missing from a previous report.

The offenders escaped in the victim’s light blue 2002 Toyota Progress car. The vehicle was later found in the Gracebay Village.

Minimum Qualification & Experience Required:

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VACANCY FOR THE POSITION OF CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER - PROVIDENCIALES Job Summary:

The Chief Financial Officer is responsible for directing the fiscal functions of the NHIB in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards and any other financial management techniques and practices appropriate within the health and insurance industry.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

 Plan, develop, organize, implement, direct and evaluate the NHIB’s fiscal function and performance.  Participate in the development of the company’s plans and programs as a strategic partner.  Evaluate and advise on the impact of long-range planning and the introduction of new programs/strategies  Provide timely and accurate analysis of budgets, financial reports and financial trends in order to assist the CEO and the Board in performing their responsibilities.  Develop, implement and enforce financial policies and procedures that will improve the overall operation, efficiency and effectiveness of the company.  Provide technical financial knowledge and advice to others within the financial discipline.  May perform other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor or any other person authorized to give instructions or assignments.  Lead the timely completion of the financial statement audit process.  Assist in the completion of key accounting functions such as reconciliations, manage and supervise the finance, compliance and billing teams.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

 Experienced financial leader with appropriate industry experience, strong supervisory and mentoring skills, high ethical standards, exceptional analytical and problem solving, well- organized and self-directed, excellent written/ verbal communication, speak, read and write in excellent English language, proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel Spreadsheets and Pivot Tables, and Accounting software packages, effective time management skills.  Solid understanding of international financial reporting standards  Solid understanding of the NHIB Ordinance and Regulations  Experience in healthcare financing  Training in International Accounting Standards for Social Security  Experience In Microsoft Dynamics  Team worker who is willing to take a hands-on approach to the role.

Salary Grade: 8 Salary range: $84,000.00 – $95,040.00 (salary commensurate with experience) Deadline for submission: February 10th 2017 All applications shall be addressed to:

Human Resources National Health Insurance Board Salt Mills Plaza Providenciales Turks & Caicos Islands Email: recruitment@tcinhip.tc

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Students display immense talent at 19th Annual HIV/AIDS inter high school debate

Armed with facts, figures and well sharpened perspectives, battle ready is the most fitting description for the students who participated in the 19th annual HIV/AIDS debate. The moot this year “Be it resolved, societal awareness of HIV/AIDS is enough to guarantee zero new infections and deaths, fight stigma and empower people” was debated in an upbeat exciting and highly charged manner.

High schools participating this year were TCIPS, Elite High, Marjorie Basden High, Long Bay High, HJ Robinson High, Raymond Gardiner High, Wesley Methodist High and Clement Howell High. There were 2 new schools joining the debate for the first time Elite High and Long Bay High.

The Hon. Josephine Connolly stated during her remarks; “Despite the significant strides that have been made over the years by our government’s Health Promotion and Advocacy Unit, we recognize that

stigma and discrimination continues the gladiators of old to best their to adversely affect HIV testing.” opponents.

The Minister mentioned

She then asked; “Do you remember the early days of the AIDS that as a health professional he was epidemic and the devastation of those particularly impressed with the deaths, the sorrow, the loss? Today, standards set by the students in not that picture is transformed. Thanks only their delivery, but also in the to the courage and love of so many of construction of their arguments and you in this room and around the world, efficient use of content.

In closing the Minister of awareness has soared; research has surged. Prevention, treatment and Health Agriculture and Human care are now saving millions of lives. Services stated; “Addressing stigma Getting to zero is a worthy goal and and discrimination at all levels is a we as a country need to make sure no- priority within the Ministry of Health, Agriculture and Human Services. This one is left behind.”

The Hon. Minister of Health, includes continuous training of health Agriculture and Human Services care workers; improving workplace Edwin Astwood made mention of policies; sensitizing school staff and his love for debates and the skills students; promoting education and demonstrated by the body of students training programmes on sexuality, who took part in the day’s competition. gender equality and anti-bullying; High in commendation for the level of advocating for law reform.”

First place went to Clement preparation displayed by participants, he also made mention of the ability Howell High while Raymond Gardiner of the students to develop their came in second with Long Bay High points with pinpoint accuracy like directly on their heels in third place.

2ndplace Hon Karen presentation

Remarks Hon Connally

Third Place winners

The quality of the debate was evident in the close scores among the victors of the competition. Best female speaker Jameika Noel of Clement Howell High and best male speaker Joshua Maghoo of Raymond Gardiner High schools.

Mrs. Robinson expressed how pleased she was with the level of debating skills of students and that there has been significant improvement over the years. She also looks forward to seeing more high schools participate in the next debate.

She congratulated all debaters and debating teams stating; “Although there can only be one winner in a competition, each student was a winner in their own right.”

The Ministry of Health, Agriculture and Human Services wishes to say thanks to the hard working students, head teachers, teachers, parents and guardians, judges, RTC and Beaches Resort and Spa for making the 19th Annual HIV/ AIDS debate a success.

Winning school Clement Howell

Best female speaker

Best female speaker

2017 HIV debate audience

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JANUARY 28TH, 2017 – FEBRUARY 4TH, 2017

LOCAL NEWS

Bridgette Newman appointed Deputy PS

The Turks and Caicos Islands Government has announced the appointment of Mrs. Bridgette Newman to the post of Deputy Permanent Secretary within the Ministry of Home Affairs, Transportation and Communication.

Mrs. Newman, a self-described well-rounded and intrinsically motivated individual, has over twenty years of experience within the public service. She began as a teacher at the Ona Glinton Primary School in September 1992 after studying at Mico Teachers’ College now Mico University College, in Kingston, Jamaica.

After spending ten years as an educator, Mrs. Newman was appointed Chief Information Officer, within the Ministry of Communications, Works and Utilities. Shortly after, she became the Under Secretary within that same Ministry and two years

Mrs. Bridgette Newman, Deputy Permanent Secretary within the Ministry of Home Affairs, Transportation and Communication later was transferred to the Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration and Labour.

In 2011, she was appointed Cabinet Secretary and during the

Interim Administration, Secretary to she has arduously worked to assist the Advisory Council. Mrs. Newman in advancing several programs and has a Masters’ Degree in Educational initiatives in the Ministry of Home Leadership with merit from the Affairs. I am fully confident in her University of Leicester in the United ability to once again serve in this Kingdom; she re-joined the civil senior capacity and look forward to service in October 2015 as Head of working more directly with her.”

Mrs. Newman added; “I would Secretariat, within the Ministry of first like to give thanks to God and my Home Affairs.

Deputy Governor, Hon. Anya immediate family for their constant Williams stated; “Congratulations support and encouragement. My motto and best wishes is extended to Mrs. is ‘To whom much is given, much is Bridgette Newman on her recent required’ and I am indeed humbled to appointment as Deputy Secretary have been given another opportunity within the Ministry of Home Affairs. to serve my country and stand ready to Mrs. Newman is a career civil rise to this new challenge as I believe I servant having previously dedicated have much to contribute.

“I look forward to working with over twenty years of service to the Turks and Caicos Islands and having my colleagues not only in the Ministry formerly served in various fields as a of Home Affairs but throughout the Teacher, GIS Officer, Under Secretary Service as we continue to build our “Beautiful by Nature” Turks & Caicos and former Cabinet Secretary.

“Since her return in 2015 Islands.”

Immigration Board resumes meetings

The General Public is hereby notified that the Work Permit Board –Zone 2, serving Providenciales, North Caicos, Middle Caicos, Parrot Cay and Pine Cay, resumed meetings, today, January 24.

Board meetings will resume in Zone 1 –

Grand Turk, Salt Cay and South Caicos, next week Thursday.

Both Boards will meet under a new mandate that consecutive meetings will be held until and all outstanding applications are decided.

SERVCOM SERVICES LTD Servcom Services Ltd is now accepting applications/résumé for the following position. Only highly self-driven & motivated, personable and professional individuals, whom have the desire to serve others, need apply: SKILLED POSITION LABOURER Responsibilities: •To do daily checklist of all operating equipment •To carry out all tasks in a timely fashion •To report all damage or non-working equipment to the manager •To work in a clean and neat manner in guestrooms and all other areas •Pick up litter around lodge property Requirements: •A secondary diploma is an asset •Must be able to work long hours in all weather conditions •Must speak, read, write and understand the primary language(s) (English) used in the workplace.

•Must work weekends and holidays •Must be able to lift 150lbs or more Salary $6.25 per hour MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN Responsibilities •To skillfully and professionally perform all scheduled maintenance related jobs.

•Account for time spent on individual works and actively seek further tasks when assigned tasks are completed.

•To advise the Engineering Administrator when parts or supplies need to be reordered.

•Perform weekly and monthly physical counts of all inventory stock and tooling and requirements.

•Other duties as deemed necessary by the Engineering Administrator Requirements •Must meet minimum professional qualification/certification in Plumbing/Electrical/ Mechanical and A/C related trades •Must have minimum of two years hands-on experience working on minor electrical, painting, plumbing and A/C •Must speak, read, write and understand the primary language (English) used in the workplace.

•Must work weekends and holidays Salary $8.00 per hour commensurate with qualifications and experience DOMESTIC WORKER – (LIVE IN) Applicants must have previous experience as a domestic work and cook. Must be comfortable and experienced around the care of a 3 year old toddler and be willing to work 6 days a week including holidays and weekends. Hours will need to be flexible in order to flex for evening service when required. Nutritional food experience also an asset. Must have a willing, positive and personable attitude. For the above position, applicants must have a willing, positive and personable attitude as well as they should also enjoy working with people and be willing to learn. Minimum experience in the areas of interest required and a valid driver’s license is a plus.

Interested persons can contact Kitchandra McDonald at 649-244-0564 or kitchandra_penn@ hotmail.com for submission of resumes and additional information Deadline is February 17th, 2017.

2 BUTLERS

Employers whose work permit applications have already been decided, are reminded to pay the balance of their work permit fees prior to the 21 day deadline.

Failure to do so could render the application with drawn.

SOKOL LTD Seeks to fill the following positions:

JOB SUMMARY: Receiving guests. Maintaining the operations of the household. Supervision of service vendors. Assisting in cooking as well as serving meals and drinks to guests. Arranging the table for serving meals.

Drawing household budgets. Having knowledge regarding fine wines.

Managing housekeeping duties.

QUALIFICATIONS/JOB REQUIREMENTS: A minimum of 5-7 years’ experience as a butler in a hotel or private home is required. Certificate or diploma in butlering or catering. Applicants must be multi-lingual, however, English is a must. Must be well versed in private home culinary/wine experience. Vast knowledge of all property maintenance and cleanliness is required. Applicants must be available to work holidays, weekends and evenings. Onsite living and a valid driver’s license are also required.

Possession of excellent public communication skills and a passion for serving guests and collaborating with other staff. An ability to work under pressure and for long unscheduled hours in addition to excellent managerial and supervision skills.

HOUSEKEEPER JOB SUMMARY: To ensure standards of cleanliness, hygiene and tidiness are maintained throughout the villas. Must be able to evaluate and ensure guest satisfaction and report and solve guest’s problems immediately. Must maintain a clean, sanitary, comfortable and tidy environment for guests and owners. Other tasks include: sweeping, scrubbing, mopping and polishing floors, vacuum clean carpets, rugs and draperies, dust and polish furniture and fittings and make up beds and change linens as required. All other tasks required to set and maintain the standards of service commensurate with the standing of the villas.

QUALIFICATIONS/JOB REQUIREMENTS: A minimum of 5-7 years’ experience as a Housekeeper. Strong organizational skills required. The ability to lift heavy objects and stand for long periods of time. Great customer service skills. Vast knowledge of all property maintenance and cleanliness is required. Applicant must be available to work holidays, weekends and evenings. Onsite living and a valid driver’s license are also required. Possession of excellent public communication skills and a passion for serving guests and collaborating with other staff. An ability to work under pressure and for long unscheduled hours in addition to excellent managerial and supervision skills. ………………………………………………………………………….

All applications must be submitted with a valid police record and copies of all educational certifications to info@saunders.tc or facsimile 649-941-4533 in addition to a copy to the Turks and Caicos Islands Immigration Board.

All Applicants must meet all of the requirements, additional skills a bonus.

Salary commensurate with experience.

The positions are currently vacant.

JANUARY 28TH, 2017 – FEBRUARY 4TH, 2017

VACANCY- VICE PRESIDENT OF STRATEGIC PLANNING, INNOVATION & TECHNOLOGY Applications are invited from interested and suitably qualified individuals for the position of Vice President of Strategic Planning, Innovation and Technology, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands.

Description •Provide high quality executive expertise and visionary leadership in the areas of strategic planning; business innovation and developments; and information and communication technology.

•Drive business and technological innovation and developments.

•Responsible for formalizing the company’s strategic-planning processes, and leading the development of the strategy, translating it for people across functions and business units, and drive organizational change forging new working relationships and synergies across the organization.

•Provides leadership and strategy for the continued development of an innovative, robust, and secure information and communication technology environment throughout the Company. Facilitate integration and alignment of technology and business objectives.

Main Duties

•Leads the development of the strategic plan/framework for the organization, and business plan, while adhering to direction set by the CEO and Board of Directors. This includes formalizing and leading the strategic planning process, focusing on long term trends and outlook, and competitive intelligence.

•Facilitates the execution of the strategy by working collaboratively with the other Executive Team members and ensuring that the strategy is communicated and easily understood by all throughout the organization.

Ensures that strategic actions are completed at various levels to achieve desired results.

•Ensures that appropriate metrics are in place to measure performance and progress towards strategic goals.

•Responsible for developing, facilitating and monitoring the Integrated Resource Planning (IRP) process and reporting. Ensuring organization’s adherence to the approved IRP program and action plans.

•Engages external business and industry experts to learn and influence business strategies, constantly remaining alert and forward-thinking about opportunities and risks in the utility industry.

•Keep abreast of business trends and industry disruptive challenges. Obtain and evaluate information about industry and market trends, competitive threats and possible business opportunities.

•Provides guidance on risk management and business continuity management program. Understand and mitigate key elements of the enterprise-wide risk profile and provide status report to the CEO and Board of Directors.

•Identify strategies, business opportunities and new technologies in order to develop new capabilities and architectures. Coordinate development of feasibility study, research and development of relevant technologies and resources.

•Develop and execute robust high-impact innovation strategy and roadmap that are aligned with strategic business goals and priorities.

•Drive enterprise-wide projects that incorporate a proactive and innovative solution to addressing business challenges and achieving organizational goals and objectives.

•Directs development of strategic services or programs such as renewable energy program.

•Provides an effective, comprehensive and secure technology infrastructure to deliver the highest quality and sustainable information technology services in support of the Company’s mission through responsive leadership, innovative exploration, sound guidance, and open collaboration.

•Responsible for reporting information technology developments to the CEO and the Board of Directors in a timely and accurate manner.

•Provide strategic planning, including fostering innovation, planning projects, and organizing and negotiating the allocation of ICT resources.

•Directs the selection and implementation of suitable technology to streamline all internal operations and help optimize their strategic benefits.

•Leads process standardization, improvements and benchmarking.

Academic/Technical/Management: Experience and Qualifications: •Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Computer Science, or other related field; •MBA or Professional certification is an advantage i.e. PMP, CIA, CPA, CISA, CFE, Six Sigma; •Seasoned professional, with a strong strategy orientation, who has previously held several business or operational roles in an electric utility company; •At least ten years of leadership responsibility managing team and cross functional teams; •Proven track record in managing projects and enterprise-wide initiatives; •Profound understanding of electric utility business, emerging trends, and regulations; •Sound knowledge of information and communication technology, cyber security and ICT governance; •Experienced and knowledgeable in energy resource planning process and program monitoring; •Business and organizational development experience; •Transformational leader with a talent for building collaborative teams spanning both business and technology;

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Abilities and Skills: •Ability to apply a variety of strategic frameworks to analyze problems and to guide and develop solutions; •Ability to drive collaboration with executives, business and technical teams to achieve effective solutions; •Leadership qualities including the ability to motivate, inspire, influence, counsel and facilitate individuals and teams to take responsibility and accountability for the goals; •Comfortable building cross-functional relationships; •Strong analytical and problem solving skills; •Comprehensive understanding of business processes and practices; •Conflict resolution and negotiations skills to resolve disagreements quickly and effectively, bringing a problem-solving attitude to conflicting approaches and priorities involving others; •Demonstrate experience in driving business transformation (including mastery of a broad range of service model / strategy / transformational / process improvement tools and approaches); •Dynamic, creative, and unconventional approach to innovation and problem solving; •Ability to adapt and adjust quickly to change; •Demonstrated ability to develop new ideas from conception to implementation;

Core Competencies: Excellence: •Sets and pursues aggressive goals; drives for results, demonstrates a strong commitment to do what is best for all stakeholders (customers, shareholders, employees, etc.); •Results-oriented, with a high drive to meet their objectives.

Strategic Planning: •Independent thinker - shows courage to make the tough decisions; •Thinks strategically - makes good decisions under pressure and executes well; •Moves the Company forward - decision making is for the long term, over a 5 to 10 year period; •Ability to generate new ideas and seek-out fresh ideas from various sources.

Safety and Environment •Champion and advocate for environmental health and awareness and standards throughout the organisation.

Communication: •Fosters open communication and welcomes sharing of information; •Understanding and influencing people are important requirements in the job.

Must possess a high level of written, verbal and communication skills. Excellent presentation skills.

Leadership: •Is highly visible and leads by example; •Knows when to step into a situation, take control, and move the process ahead.

Guide the performance of others while holding them accountable; •Builds team and breaks down silos; •Engages, motivates, empowers, and rewards people to drive performance.

Integrity: •Admits their own mistakes and confronts unethical actions in others; •Creates a work environment that promotes respect, diplomacy and dignity among employees; •Acts as a role model of the highest standards of personal integrity.

Business Acumen: •A broad understanding of operational, financial and regulatory issues; •Understands and takes leveraged action to move the organisation through its many transformations and/or stages of development. This is based on a deep understanding of the business; recognises profitability in potential business opportunities.

Compensation commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Deadline for submission of applications (inclusive of a cover letter, resume and a FortisTCI application form) is Wednesday, February 1st 2017.

Ruth Forbes VP HR Finance and CFO FortisTCI Limited P. O. Box 132, Providenciales Email address: hrapplications@fortistci.com OR rforbes@fortistci.com

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VACANCY FOR THE POSITION OF INTERNAL AUDITOR - PROVIDENCIALES SCOPE: This is management position, which is responsible for reviewing the financial, operational and management information systems of the Board including all support systems and contracts, along with monitoring the implementation of any approved changes recommended by the Board of Directors. The Internal Auditor will report to the Board of Directors and make recommendations for improvement where necessary. The Internal Auditor is required to be independent, objective and unbiased in the performance of his duties, and apply standard audit procedures to all aspects of the Board’s operations that will add value and improve the operations of the Board. This position should assist the Board to accomplish its goals by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of its risk management, control and governance processes.

Duties and Responsibilities:

 To work with the management and the board to ensure a system is in place where all risks are identified, analyzed, and controlled on a periodic basis  To plan and organize an annual audit plan, and carry out regular operations audits in accordance with the plan.  To liaise with the external auditors and ensure that each party is not only aware of the other’s work but also well briefed on areas of concern  To make recommendations on the systems and procedures being reviewed, report on the findings, make recommendations and monitor management’s response and implementation  To review internal processes and controls for the purpose of ensuring financial information is properly processed, reported, and safeguarded.  To review and report on the accuracy, timeliness and relevance of the financial and other information that is provided for management  To research discrepancies of financial information and/or documentation for the purpose of ensuring accuracy of data.  To provide assistance to staffs in using accounting systems, implementing updates to policies and procedures and other related activities.  To respond to inquiries from a variety of sources (e.g. staff,

CALVIN SIMMS

FRANK WILSON

Seeks to employ 1 Domestic worker in Grand Turk To work 5 days a week Salary $6.50 per hr.

Please contact Calvin Saka Simms at tel.

No. 348-8350

Seeks to employ 1 Labourer in Grand Turk Salary 7.00 per hr To work 5 days per week Please Contact Frank at Tel: 243-6789

Holiday Tires

S&R Contractual Services

Is seeking a Sales Clerk in Grand Turk To work 6 days a week Salary $6.50 per hour Contact 946-1951 #440364

1 Painter - $7.50 per hour 1 Labourer- $6.50 per hour To work 5 days a week Contact 241-2336 #440362

JANUARY 28TH, 2017 – FEBRUARY 4TH, 2017 government auditors, government agencies, etc.) for the purpose of providing information related to accounting issues and clarification as needed.  To conduct any reviews or tasks requested by the board, the audit committee, CEO or CFO, provided such reviews and tasks do not compromise the independence or objectivity of the internal audit function  To provide both management and the audit committee with an opinion on the internal controls.  Perform other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of NHIB.

Personnel specifications:

 Must be a Certified Public Accountant, or Certified Internal Auditor or equivalent professional designation  A degree or related certifications or training in Information Technology  A working experience in Microsoft Dynamics GP and Plexis Claims Management is preferred  Knowledge of audit procedures, including planning, techniques, testing and sampling methods involved in conducting audits  Knowledge of computerized accounting and auditing record keeping systems  Ability to gather, analyze and evaluate facts and prepare and present concise oral and written reports  Ability to maintain current knowledge of developments related to business matters of interest to internal audit, particularly legislation changes and developments as they affect NHIB, and new auditing techniques and practices  Ability to establish and retain effective working relationships with coworkers and to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing  Ability to be able to work efficiently with little or no supervision

Salary Grade: 4 Salary range: $42,000.00 - $47,520.00 (Salary commensurate with experience) Deadline for Submission is February 10th, 2017 All Applications should be addressed to:

Human Resources National Health Insurance Board Salt Mills Plaza Providenciales Turks and Caicos Islands British West Indies Email: recruitment@tcinhip.tc

Designing Image Beauty Salon is seeking

Dominique Beauty Salon seeking

North Caicos Café

3 Nail Technicians 2 Hair Dressers 2 Hairstylists 2 Cosmetologists 2 Cosmetologists 2 Nail Technicians 1 Manicure/ Pedicure 2 Barbers Salary starts at $6.25 per Salary $6.25 per hour hour Interested persons may send Is seeking 1 Kitchen Helper Interested persons may send resumes to To work 6 days a week hernandezemploymentsertheir resume to Salary starts at $6.25 per hour vices.8@gmail.com or call Interested persons may send hernandezemploymentservices.8@gmail.com resumes to 346-3917 or call 346-3917 for info hernandezemploymentservices.8@gmail.com BELONGERS ONLY MAY APPLY BELONGERS ONLY MAY APPLY or call 346-3917 #440365

Oyster House Seeking

#440365

#440365

S&R Electronic Services

A Cook- $8.00 per hour A Chef- $9.00 per hour A Book Keeper -Must be able to use grateleg sofetware -Must have 10 years experience Salary - negotiable A Waitress- $6.50 Is seeking 1 Domestic Worker Contact 331-0220 To work 6 days a Please email all week- Monday- Saturday resumes toSalary $6.50 per hour Consultantagency@gmail.com

Contact- 241-2336

#440363

#440362

BELONGERS ONLY MAY APPLY

Example of Christ Abundant Life Ministries

Seeking 1 Preacher Seeking 1 Labourer To work 3 days a week Sundays, Mondays & Thursdays Salary $100.00 per week Contact 241-2336 #440362

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UNDERSTANDING ACNE

zinc may also be beneficial and can be used alone or in combination with traditional treatments.

However, if your acne isn’t responding to those treatments or if you are getting spots and scarring from your acne, it might be time to visit your doctor.

A dermatologist can help control your acne, avoid scarring or other damage to your skin and make scars that are already present less noticeable.

There are many prescription creams and tablets which can be used alone or in combination to help clear the pimples, avoid new breakouts and improve the tone and texture of the skin.

By Dr. Marsha Barnett

Acne affects almost all of us! In fact, it’s estimated that up to 90% of the world’s population is affected by acne at some point in their lifetime.

Acne is a chronic skin condition, which though most notorious for affecting teenagers and young adults, can affect both men and women at almost any age. Having acne can become frustrating as the management is usually long term and even after the bumps have disappeared, spots and scars may remain. Additionally, the emotional impact can have long term effect on ones’ psyche and selfesteem.

It’s All In The Maintenance What Causes Acne?

Acne typically appears in the areas which have the most oil glands such as on your face, neck, chest, back and shoulders. When excess oil is being produced and the follicles become plugged with oil and dead skin cells, blackheads and whiteheads may appear. These blocked pores can also trap bacteria leading to inflamed lesions.

Though most people get acne, there are reasons you may be more prone to developing acne or which may make your acne more difficult to treat. Changes in your hormones such as during puberty or pregnancy can flare acne, as can certain medications like steroids or oral contraceptives.

Of course, if you have a family history of severe acne, you are more likely to have difficulty treating your acne. Sometimes our own actions can make acne more problematic! Using a lot of greasy products on the face or in the hair, applying bleaching creams to the skin, picking at pimples and going through stressful periods can all worsen acne.

In fact, even our diet can play a part. Studies indicate that certain dietary factors, including dairy products and carbohydrate-rich foods — such as bread, pasta and chips — may trigger acne. On the other hand, eating greasy food has little to no effect!

Once your acne improves, you may need to continue your acne medication or creams to prevent new breakouts. You may even have to do periodic procedures such as chemical peels or microdermabrasion if you had spots or scarring with your acne. You can also use these acne-prevention tips: •Wash acne-prone areas twice a day.

•Shower after strenuous activities. Oil and sweat on your skin can lead to breakouts •Limit your use of hair oils and choose oil-free cosmetics that won’t clog pores •Remove makeup before going to bed and regularly clean your cosmetic brushes and applicators with soapy water.

•Avoid picking at the problem areas as doing so can trigger more acne and cause dark spots after the bumps have cleared.

•Continue your treatments, whether over the counter or prescription, and see your doctor if despite these measures your acne begins to flare.

Dr. Marsha Barnett

How Is Acne Treated?

The key to managing acne is in accepting that it is usually a long-term problem which will require long term treatment. If the acne clears on a medication and you stop all acne treatments, it will tend to recur. So be consistent.

Mild acne can usually be treated with over the counter washes and creams with ingredients such as benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid. Some studies seem to suggest that alternate methods such as tea tree oil, aloe vera and creams containing

D&B Auto ltd is seeking An Automotive Parts Purchasing Specialist to fulfill the following: Your responsibilities and duties will include: •Source, select and negotiate for the best purchase package •Monitor and co-ordinate deliveries of items between suppliers •Handling and monitoring of claims to suppliers for defective items, shortages, missing part etc •Minimum of eight years experience in purchasing Japanese, European and American auto parts.

•Must speak fluent Spanish and English.

•Applicant must be willing to work weekends and holidays •Salary US$500/week Kindly forward resumes and qualification to the below address copy to the Turks and Caicos Islands Labour Department and Immigration Board: Employment Department F Corporate & Management Services Limited Tel: 649-339-6275 Fax 649-941-4777 Email: oa@fcorporatemsl.com

BUTTERFIELD GOLD GROUP OF COMPANIES POSITIONS AVAILABLE

**Dr. Marsha Barnett is a general practitioner who also specializes in dermatology.

For questions or comments, please contact at drmarshabarnett@gmail.com

Procurement Clerk wanted Facilitation of purchase of vehicles and parts overseas (namely Japan). Process of purchasing and export documentation in a foreign country. Ability to source Vendors, price negotiation.

Maintain manual and electronic documentation. Maintain an open communication between field personnel and suppliers regarding backorders, delivery dates and/or substitute product.

Coordinating delivery and expedition of goods, ensuring goods are ordered and delivered in a timely and cost effective manner. Extensive knowledge of various Japanese vehicles and parts. Minimum of five years’ experience within automotive procurement department.

Exposure to the mechanical, industrial and automotive industry an asset. Ability to work under pressure in order to meet deadlines and handle multiple tasks within a fast-paced work environment. Strong negotiation, mathematical and analytical skills. Ability to communicate effectively, both written and oral. Solid research skills and commitment to continually learn about new products. Proficiency using Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel & PowerPoint).

Must read, write and speak Japanese, possess valid passport with necessary travel visas (travelling to Japan). Part-time employment with Commission based salary.

Qualified applicants should forward cover letter and resume to: Paradise Auto Sales & Rentals, P.O. Box 908, 82 Cherokee Road, Providenciales. Resumes will be reviewed in the order they are received.

BUTTERFIELD GOLD GROUP OF COMPANIES POSITIONS AVAILABLE

One (1) Kitchen Helper

One (1) Gardener

Looking for a gardener who is reliable and responsible person to take on household chores around the property as well as planting and maintain the owner’s grounds and taking care of the owner’s pets, which includes vet visits occasionally.

Must experience in catering Must be able to cook native and Caribbean dishes Must be willing to flexiable hours including Saturdays Must be willing to do general cleaning, when necessary

Wages: starting from $7.50 per hour Application forms available from Butterfield Gold Human Resource Department.

Only applicants selected for interview will be notified.

Submit applications to by January 27, 2017 to:

Butterfield Gold Ltd.,

Human Resource Department

Town Center Mall Providenciales Tel: 649-946-4211

Salary: $250.00 per week Application forms available from Butterfield Gold Human Resource Department.

Only applicants selected for interview will be notified.

Submit applications to by January 27, 2017 to:

Butterfield Gold Ltd.,

Human Resource Department

Town Center Mall Providenciales Tel: 649-946-4211

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InterCaribbean Airways is seeking to fill the following positions:

JANUARY 28TH, 2017 – FEBRUARY 4TH, 2017

Security Guards: Ability to communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing Ability to exercise initiative and sound judgment Excellent customer service skills and a well developed interpersonal skills.

•Exposure to heat, noise dust and dirt •Required to work on shift of eight hours or more on any day of the week.

Required to stand for long periods while carrying out duties

Labourers; to perform manual work, Must be willing to work long hours and

Customer Service Agents:

in hash weather conditions. Wages @ 7.00 per hour.

Qualifications and Experience:

Cashier: Four CXC subjects with minimum Grade 3 pass or equivalent.

Four CXC subjects with minimum Grade 3 pass or equivalent. English and Mathematics or accounts are required subjects.

One year working experience in an airline customer service or transportation Industry.

Work Hours: Ability to work a full time schedule including weekends and holidays.

Required Skills and Specialized Techniques: Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing Ability to exercise initiative and sound judgment Excellent customer service skills and a well developed interpersonal skills.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS ASSOCIATED WITH THE JOB: •Required to stand for long periods while carrying out duties •Availability to work Overtime as required •Willingness to attend and participate in local and overseas training •Ability to lift 50lbs weight •Exposure to heat, noise dust and dirt •Required to work on shift of eight hours or more on any day of the week.

Remuneration starting at $8.00 per hour, experience and currently working a carrier flight $11 p/h

Pilots: 2-5 years experience, with EMB120 type rating. commensurate with experience.

Salary shall

Domestic Workers: Ability to work a full time schedule including weekends and holidays.

English and Mathematics or accounts are required subjects, Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing Ability to exercise initiative and sound judgment Excellent customer service skills and a well developed interpersonal skills.

Wages $8.00 per hour.

CARIBBEAN AVIATION MAINTAINCES SERVICES: Aviation Store clerk: Seeking suitably qualified applicants to fill the position of Aviation Stores Clerk: Performs all computer transactions required to maintain an accurate inventory.

Coordinates with departments regarding parts requirements.

Responsible for the proper shipment of all dangerous goods in compliance with all Company policies and procedures and the International Air Transport Association.

Responsible for maintaining accuracy on a multi-million dollar inventory.

Responsible for maintaining the security of the Parts and Supply warehouse.

Expedites and coordinates the movement of aircraft parts.

Processes various shipments utilizing outside shipping software. Unpacks, packs, inspects, stocks and stores parts and products utilizing standard warehouse tools and equipment and motorized vehicles.

Performs administrative functions associated with processing aircraft parts and Company supplies.

Successful candidate must have a minimum of 5 years experience of inventory control of aircraft parts, automotive parts, tools, supplies and any other company materials as necessary.

Must be computer literate and experience with MS excel .Must be willing to work shift and weekends Salary shall commensurate with experience.

Professional Maintenance Company seeking the following skilled technician

Professional Maintenance Company seeking the following skilled technician

Maintenance technician

Refrigeration Maintenance technician

Maintain the day-to-day operations and to assume responsibility for maintaining the physical assets of the properties under the direction of Premier Contracting Services Ltd. Duties, Experience and Skill set required •Five (5) years experience in industrial refrigeration for commercial cold storage as well as commercial air conditioning systems. Must hold technical certificates for both.

•Ability to supervise and coordinate several maintenance technicians while completing numerous simultaneous jobs •Fluent in Microsoft excel, word and office •Technical knowledge in plumbing, electrical and mechanical works, certificates required.

•Installation of new equipment including refrigeration compressors, evaporators and condensers, ability to repair all large commercial cold storage •Supervision and development of daily routines of refrigeration maintenance staff.

•Development and production of maintenance budgets, including parts and equipment orders.

•Development and implementation of preventative maintenance schedules •Ability to complete tasks swiftly, good problem solving skills is a must.

•Experience in the commercial cold storage / maintenance industry preferred.

•Installing and repairing components such as Copeland discuss compressors, motors, condenser units, evaporators, switches and copper lines for 404A gas, refrigerant oil •Daily monitoring, checking and overhauling commercial cold storage refrigeration systems, diagnosing faults and repairing/replacing defective components •Experience with Danfoss refrigeration computerized controls •Required to be on call 24 hours, must be able to work nights, weekends and holidays.

Please submit applications via email at maintenance@khcapital.com

Maintain the day-to-day operations and to assume responsibility for maintaining the physical assets of the properties under the direction of Premier Contracting Services Ltd.

Duties and Skill set required •Inspect, repair, modify and install HVAC equipment including refrigeration, A/C, compressors, receivers, expansion valves, condensers and evaporators •Conduct preventative maintenance and inspection of refrigeration units and Air-conditioning systems, make necessary adjustments or repairs •Repair or replace defective electrical or mechanical controls •Operate a variety of tools including welding torches, pressure gauges, electrical testing equipment, and vacuum pumps.

•Repair and rebuild semi hermetic reciprocating compressors.

•Perform skilled electrical or maintenance work, installation and alteration of HVAC equipment, components, timers, wiring systems, diagnostic and troubleshooting •Maintain records concerning time, labor and materials, maintain log of tasks performed •Lift heavy objects •Communicate in English effectively both orally and writing

Education and Experience •Certificate and 5 years documentable HVAC journeyman level operation, maintenance and repair experience in the HVAC refrigeration trade •Valid driver’s license

Please submit applications via email at maintenance@khcapital.com

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OPEN JOB POSITION DATE OPEN: January 9, 2017 POSITION: Houseman

START DATE: ASAP

Job Responsibilities: A houseman’s primary job duties include cleaning and maintaining guest rooms, bathrooms, work areas, furnishings and carpets.

Cleaning rooms includes duties such as changing bed linens and emptying trash as well as vacuuming carpets and dusting furniture. You’ll also replenish guest supplies, such as hand soap and shampoo. Your duties don’t end with guest rooms, however, because you’re responsible for cleaning common areas, such as banquet and meeting rooms. Secondary duties may include shoveling snow from walkways, assisting bellmen, answering guest questions and helping the front desk person.

This position is currently held by an expatriate worker Qualified Islanders need only to apply copying applications to the Commissioner of Labour & Work Permit Board Zone 2 Salary Range: $6.00 - $7.00 per hour

DATE OPEN: January 9, 2017 START DATE: ASAP POSITION: Housekeeper Job Overview: We are looking for a professional Housekeeper able of attending to our facilities with integrity and attention to detail. The goal is to create a clean and orderly environment for our guests that will become a critical factor in maintaining and strengthening our reputation.

Responsibilities: •Perform a variety of cleaning activities such as sweeping, mopping, dusting and polishing •Ensure all rooms are cared for and inspected according to standards •Protect equipment and make sure there are no inadequacies •Notify superiors on any damages, deficits and disturbances •Deal with reasonable complaints/requests with professionalism and patience •Check stocking levels of all consumables and replace when appropriate •Adhere strictly to rules regarding health and safety and be aware of any company-related practices Qualified Islanders and Belongers need only to apply Salary Range: $6.25 per hour DATE OPEN: November 1, 2016 START DATE: ASAP POSITION: Group Director of Food and Beverage Job Requirements: (Chef N B) to be responsible for overall Food & Beverage and Culinary Operations for Grace Bay Resorts by overseeing concepts for front and back of house operations, creating total guest experiences. The successful candidate will have demonstrated experience in achieving food & beverage revenues, profit and guests satisfaction goals by developing and implementing menu designs and concepts that are current with international and local trends, ensuring that the Grace Bay Resorts are culinary destinations.

The successful candidate must meet the following qualifications and experience: •10+ years’ experience in a Senior Culinary role, either as Executive Chef or Culinary Director •Extensive culinary skills, with exposure and intimate knowledge of inter national cuisine and food trends •Educated in Culinary Management, Food & Beverage Management, Res taurant Management and 5 Diamond requirements •International Hotel and Restaurant experience is a must •Caribbean experience considered a definite plus •As an Executive Committee Member, work closely with the company’s se nior management team to develop and implement strategies for food & beverage and kitchen operations that support achievement of the com pany’s goals •Oversees the inventory, purchasing and disbursement of all supplies, while maintaining strong P&L statements •Extensive experience overseeing multiple food & beverage units simulta neously while driving revenue •Ability to “think outside of the box” as it relates to menu design, concepts, trends and culinary events •Ability to create the “WOW” factor for entertaining VIP guests •Demonstrated experience overseeing and developing exceptional Front and Back of House teams to meet and exceed guest expectations, revenue gen eration and employee satisfaction •Ideal candidate will be a “strategic thinker”, skilled at identifying company development opportunities as it relates to overall food & beverage strate gies and growth of the Brand •New hotel opening experience considered a definite asset Qualified Belongers need only apply.

Salary Range: $144,000 - $160,000 per annum plus 30% maximum bonus at discretion of the Board of Directors DATE OPEN: January 14, 2017 START DATE: ASAP POSITION: Pool and Beach Manager Job Description: Directs and organizes the activities of the Pool & Beach departments to maintain the high standards of the Pool & Beach and food and

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beverage quality. Plans and directs the functions of administration and planning of the Pool & Beach department to meet the daily needs of the operation.

Implements effective controls of labor costs. Ensures compliance with health, safety, sanitation and alcohol awareness standards. Interviews, trains, supervise, counsels, schedules and evaluate staff. Adherence to establish policies, standards and procedures are required at all times in order to achieve high levels of customer satisfaction, quality service, compliance with corporate policies and procedures and local regulations.

Job Requirements: •Manage and oversee pool and beach supervisors and attendants: Plan and organize workloads and staff assignments for staff •Meet regularly with staff for briefing and training •Monitor time sheets and prepare payroll reports •Ensure that all equipment and tools are available and to give the guests the best vacation possible This position is currently held by an expatriate worker Qualified Islanders need only to apply copying applications to the Commissioner of Labour & Work Permit Board Zone 2 Salary Range: $4,000 - $4,500 per month DATE OPEN: January 9, 2017 START DATE: ASAP POSITION: Assistant Food and Beverage Manager Job Overview: We are looking for a professional assistant food and beverage manager to be responsible for managing all F&B operations and for delivering an excellent guest experience. The successful candidate will be able to forecast, plan and manage all F&B orders, staff and finance. The goal is to maximize sales and revenue through customer satisfaction and employee engagement.

Responsibilities: •Manage all F&B and day-to-day operations within budgeted guidelines and to the highest standards •Preserve excellent levels of internal and external customer service •Identify customers’ needs and respond proactively to all of their concerns •Provide a two way communication and nurture an ownership environment with emphasis in motivation and teamwork •Comply with all health and safety regulations Requirements: •Proven food and beverage management experience •Ability to spot and resolve problems efficiently •Mastery in delegating multiple tasks •Communication and leadership skills •Up to date with food and beverages trends and best practices •Ability to manage personnel and meet financial targets •Guest-oriented and service-minded This position is currently held by an expatriate worker Qualified Islanders need only to apply copying applications to the Commissioner of Labour & Work Permit Board Zone 2 Salary Range: $5,000 - $5,250 per month DATE OPEN: January 9, 2017 POSITION: Restautant Supervisor

START DATE: ASAP

Job Overview: To supervise and run operations of Grill Rouge Restaurant. To take all orders from guests, have substantial F&B knowledge in order to upsell and describe menu items, manage staff in conjunction with F&B manager, handle complaints and be person responsible in absence of senior managers.

Responsibilities: •To prepare the weekly schedule, ensuring adequate staffing of the restau rant at all times •To supervise and assist the restaurant staff on a daily basis •To assist with processing the daily cash sheets in conjunction with other supervisors and managers •To take food and wine orders from all guests.

•To have excellent understanding and product knowledge of what is being served on the menu for any service •Conduct daily briefs prior to each and every service and liaise with Chef to be aware of any special dishes.

Shift Varies. Full time. Weekend and holiday work may be required.

This position is currently held by an expatriate worker Qualified Islanders need only to apply copying applications to the Commissioner of Labour & Work Permit Board Zone 2 Salary Range: $2,000 - $2,500 per month DATE OPEN: January 13, 2017 START DATE: ASAP POSITION: Waiter

Job Overview: Prepare tables with special attention to sanitation and order.

Attend to customers upon entrance. Present menus and help customers select food/beverages. Take/serve orders and answer questions or make recommendations for other products. Deal with complaints or problems with a positive attitude. Issue bills and accept payment. The individual must be well groomed, clean and polite. Previous experience is a must and should be able to speak and write English. Shifts varies. Full time. Weekend and holiday work may be required.

This position is currently held by an expatriate worker Qualified Islanders need only to apply copying applications to the Commissioner of Labour & Work Permit Board Zone 2 Salary Range: $6.00 - $7.00 per hour

Interested persons can contact our Human Resources Department no later than February 28, 2017 @ (649) 946-5050 Ext. 1030 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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PUBLIC NOTICE Dear Customer, FortisTCI wishes to notify you that any current and future renewable energy systems installed at your home or business, should be inspected by utility personnel for proper installation protocols and to ensure that there is no irregular interconnection to the grid. It is also of extreme importance for the quality of service, and the safety of the general public as well as FortisTCI employees working on power lines daily, to ensure that unauthorized connections are not sending energy back into the FortisTCI grid.

Safety concerns relating to improper installation of these systems include damage to property or the possible loss of life by electrocution. Also, these systems can cause voltage flickering and fluctuation on the Transmission & Distribution (T&D) grid. You are therefore asked to contact FortisTCI immediately so that our engineering team can carry out necessary safety inspections. To schedule an inspection contact FortisTCI at 649-946-4313 ext. 2524. You can also email us at renewableenergy@fortistci.com.

FortisTCI supports diversifying the energy portfolio of the Turks and Caicos Islands and believes that renewable energy such as solar will be a part of the Country’s new energy mix. However, the integration of renewables must be done in a safe and fair manner, and all customers should have an equal opportunity to benefit from such systems. It’s important to ensure that these systems do not undermine the quality and reliability of the electricity system or pose engineering and safety hazards.

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LOCAL NEWS

Annual Sister Sister Prayer Breakfast A

spirit of inspiration filled the air when the Sister Sister organisation held its Annual Prayer Breakfast last week Saturday January 21st, 2017 at the Occasions Ballroom, in the Airport Hotel.

A large crowd packed the room to share in fellowship and to hear a dynamic and inspiring message from Guest Speaker Pastor Charmaine Cox, who spoke on

the theme “God’s plan for me in 2017”. Special attendanc was made by the first female Premier of the Turks an Caicos Islands, Hon. Sharlene Cartwright-Robinson.

Many of those who attended the function felt so fulfilled that they went on Facebook and other social media to share their compliments.

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The Sands is now accepting applications/résumé for the following positions. Only highly self-driven & motivated, personable and professional individuals, whom have the desire to serve others, need apply: CHIEF ENGINEER Requirements: •Minimum of 5 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 •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 Salary start at $40,000.00 commensurate with qualifications and experience EXECUTIVE HOUSEKEEPER Responsibilities: Uphold and update established Housekeeping and Laundry operating procedures and standards.

Develop, implement and coordinate new Housekeeping and Laundry procedures.

Plan and coordinate housekeeping staff job duties, responsibilities, and activities including that of housekeeping managers and supervisors.

Coordinate and complete inspections of assigned areas for quality checks and cleanliness controls in accordance to standards.

Coordinate, administer and complete administrative tasks as required.

REQUIREMENTS Education: Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

Experience: Minimum of five years as an Executive Housekeeper is required.

The individual must possess Housekeeping and Laundry Department management working knowledge, and experience, skills and abilities. Must be able to explain, demonstrate and perform all related job duties, functions, and responsibilities of Housekeeping and Laundry department operations.

QUALIFICATION STANDARDS Education High school or equivalent education required. Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

Experience Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a managerial position in the Housekeeping & Laundry Department.

Licenses or Certificates Executive Housekeeper Certification or time on the job equivalent as stated above required.

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Essential Functions 1.Plans, organizes, directs and controls all housekeeping and laundry activities, maintains the high levels of cleanliness standards, orderly and attractive conditions on guest floors, public/common and employee areas. Oversees, and implements working rules with proper execution to meet those standards.

2.Monitors and maintains a healthy and safe environment for owners, guests, employees, suppliers and vendors.

3.Conducts and keep records of goods received, housekeeping and laundry staff, inventories, cleaning projects, housekeeping checklists, and room inspections for guest rooms and public areas.

4.Familiarizes him /herself and carries out policies and procedures established by the Sands at Grace Bay. 5.Initiates and aides in effective communication within the department and other departments.

6.Carries out the following routine assignments as required.

(This list is not exhaustive) Salary start at $30, 000.00 commensurate with qualifications and experience RESERVATIONS / SALES AGENT Responsibilities: •Handle incoming reservations, utilize up selling and valueadded techniques •Process advance deposits •Process all electronic and faxed requests •Perform job functions with attention to detail, speed and accuracy •Be able to prioritize and organize incoming and outgoing work flow •Be a clear thinker, remaining calm and resolving problems using good judgment •Follow directions thoroughly •Understand guest service and request needs •Work cohesively with co-workers as part of a team •Work with minimal supervision •Maintain confidentiality of guest information and pertinent hotel data Requirements: •High school diploma •Must have experience in the Hotel/Resort and/or Hospitality Industry •Visual One/Opera experience is highly preferred •Must be able to type more than 40 words per minute •Strong Grammar, Reading and Writing Skills •Must have great Customer Service Skills and telephone etiquette •Must be able to speak, read, write and understand the primary language(s) used in the workplace.

•Must possess basic computational ability (basic mathematics, word, excel, outlook) Salary start at $9.00 per hour DOMESTIC/WORKER* Applicants must have previous experience as a domestic work and cook. Must be comfortable and experienced around the care and walking of larger breed dogs and be willing to work 6 days a week including holidays and weekends. Hours will need to be flexible in order to flex for evening service when required. Nutritional food experience also an asset. Must have a willing, positive and personable attitude.

LINE POSITIONS

HOUSEKEEPING ROOM ATTENDANT* HOUSEMAN* LABOURER* GROUNDSMEN* FRONT DESK AGENT POOL & BEACH ATTENDANT*

Positions marked by asterisks are currently held by work permit persons. For the above line staff positions, Caribbean resort experience is an asset but not a requirement. Applicants must have a willing, positive and personable attitude, must be willing to work holidays and weekends as standard in the hospitality industry. Salary will commensurate with experience.

Turks Island citizen’s only need to apply in person to Kitchandra McDonald, Assistant Human Resources Manager at The Sands Resort located on Grace Bay Road, Providenciales, the Turks and Caicos Labour Department, or e-mail: humanresource@thesandstc. com Resumes/CV’s must be in by Friday February 17th, 2017.

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HEALTHY

LIFESTYLE Nearly half of breast cancer patients have severe treatment side effects

Many women being treated for breast cancer suffer from severe treatment side effects even when they don’t receive chemotherapy, a recent study suggests.

For the study, researchers surveyed 1,945 women diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer about the severity of seven treatment side effects: nausea and vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, pain, arm swelling, shortness of breath and breast skin irritation.

Overall, 45 percent of participants reported severe or very severe forms of at least one of these side effects. When women got chemotherapy, the odds of severe side effects were twice as high, though the side effects were just 30 percent more likely when chemo was paired with radiation.

“We did know that some of these side effects were associated with these treatments, but we did not know how severe or how common these side effects were,” said study co-author Dr. Allison Kurian, a researcher at Stanford University School of Medicine in California.

“I found it striking that nearly half of all women treated for early-stage breast cancer reported suffering toxicity that they considered

severe or very severe,” Kurian added by email. “This emphasizes the prevalence and seriousness of the problem.”

Early-stage breast cancer is the most common type of invasive breast cancer diagnosed in the U.S, and it involves smaller tumors that may have spread to nearby lymph nodes but not other parts of the body.

Most early-stage breast cancer patients have surgery – either a lumpectomy that removes malignant tissue while sparing the rest of the breast or a mastectomy that removes the entire breast.

After surgery, they may also get chemotherapy or radiation to destroy any remaining abnormal cells and reduce the risk of cancer coming back.

Overall, 93 percent of the women in the study experienced at least one of the seven side effects, researchers report in the journal Cancer.

Nearly one in 10 women surveyed said they made at least one unscheduled clinic visit because of side effects, and 5 percent said they went to an emergency department or hospital.

Severe swelling in the arm or skin irritation were the most common

reasons for unscheduled clinic visits.

Severe breathing difficulties, arm swelling, pain or diarrhea were the most common side effects that brought women to the hospital.

Most patients in the study got some type of surgery and about half of them had radiation. There were 736 women who had chemotherapy, including 217 who received this in addition to radiation.

About 29 percent of chemotherapy patients reported severe or very severe pain, compared with 19 percent of women who didn’t receive chemo.

Women who had both chemotherapy and radiation treatment were 30 percent more likely to report a severe side effect, compared to women who had only one of those treatments.

Women who had double mastectomy were twice as likely as those who had lumpectomy to report severe or very severe pain.

Severe side effects were also more common for Latina women, who were 30 percent more likely than white women to report a severe or very severe side effect.

The study wasn’t a controlled experiment designed to prove that certain treatments directly cause

specific severe side effects, the authors note. Researchers also lacked data on the timing or dosing of chemotherapy and radiation, both of which can influence the severity of side effects.

“It is intuitive that patients who have worse disease, and who therefore require more therapy, experience worse toxicity,” said Dr. Anees Chagpar, a researcher at Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut, who wasn’t involved in the study.

Still, the results should encourage doctors to consider when patients treatment regimens might be to achieve the same survival benefit with side effects, Chagpar added by email.

“The treatments we have for cancer are very effective, but there is a growing recognition of the ‘collateral damage’ that can accompany these treatments,” said Dr. Shelley Hwang, a researcher at Duke University in Durham, North Carolina, who wasn’t involved in the study.

“Patients should recognize two things: first, that cancer treatments involve trade-offs; second, that some toxicities can be longlasting,” Hwang added by email.

Preterm birth linked to health problems in adolescence Adolescents who were born extremely premature are much more likely to have chronic health problems than their peers who were delivered at full term, a Swedish study suggests.

Pregnancy normally lasts about 40 weeks, and babies born after 37 weeks are considered full term. The study focused on extremely preterm infants, delivered at 23 to 25 weeks gestation.

In the weeks immediately after birth, these early arrivals often have difficulty breathing and digesting food. They can also encounter longer-term challenges such as impaired vision, hearing, and cognitive skills as well as social and behavioral problems.

“Children born extremely preterm at 23 to 25 weeks gestation face an increased risk of chronic health problems such

as neurodevelopmental handicap (mostly mild or moderate), asthma, and behavioral difficulties,” said study co-author Dr. Aijaz Farooqi, a researcher at the University Hospital of Umea in Sweden.

“At school age, many extremely preterm children whose general intelligence is normal or in the lower normal range have motor impairments, behavioral problems, social problems and academic underachievement,” Farooqi added by email.

Farooqi’s team studied 134 youngsters ages 10 to 15 who were born extremely preterm, plus 103 children who were full-term infants but otherwise similar.

Compared to the full-term group, adolescents in the preemie group were 15 times more likely to have severe physical or mental impairments and more than five times as likely to require

more medical or educational special services like physical services than children or occupational therapy, typically need, the study nursing care or special school found. arrangements. That was true

Overall, 64 percent for 25 percent of other kids in of the preemies in the the study. study had functional Even though the limitations, compared with study didn’t examine what 6 percent of the full-term factors might cause problems teens, researchers report in for extremely preterm babies Pediatrics. who survive to adolescence,

This included mental disruptions in brain and or emotional developmental central nervous system delays as well as an inability development may be part of to play and socialize. the problem, Farooqi said.

In addition, 60 The study was small percent of the adolescents and it wasn’t designed to see who were preterm infants how birth timing influences needed special equipment or health in adolescence, assistance to complete daily however. tasks like walking, feeding, Complications that dressing and using the are common in extremely bathroom, compared to just preterm infants, such as 29 percent of the teens who central nervous system were born full-term. injuries, lung disease, eye

Roughly 64 percent problems and infections, of the teens born preterm “have been shown to be related needed routine care from a to many of the chronic health physician or specialist for a problems” Farooqi noted. chronic health problems or Still, there are

things parents can do for preemies that may make a difference later on, said Dr. Jill Zwicker, a researcher at the University of British Columbia in Canada who wasn’t involved in the study.

“When deemed safe to do so, parents can help their babies by holding them skin-to-skin while in the nursery, which is mutually beneficial for parents and babies,” Zwicker said by email.

“Throughout childhood, parents can support their child’s development by providing enriching opportunities for learning - reading to them, providing opportunities to move and play, exploring the environment, engaging with other children - and so on,” Zwicker added. “Early developmental intervention, such as occupational and physical therapy, can also improve outcomes.”

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VACANCY FOR THE POSITION OF MEDICAL OFFICER - PROVIDENCIALES SUMMARY / PURPOSE OF JOB: This is a managerial position, which has departmental wide responsibility for activities and direction of the Operations Department and NHIP Emergency Overseas Treatment Programme; Providing technical leadership to the Insurance Operations team, the Medical Officer formulates policies and procedures to enhance the impact of the department; monitors patients overseas to assess their progress and reports to the CEO; verify the eligibility of each claim, ensure staff is properly supervised and trained; and customer concerns addressed; as well as ensuring appropriate cost efficient health care services with best medical practices in place.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:  Manages the medical aspects of the NHIP Emergency Overseas Treatment Programme;  Manages all aspects of the Operations Department inclusive of all staff assigned to the department;  Manages and develops the Operations Department Budget with the view of ensuring that the Department expenditure remains within or below the Budgeted range;  Develops policies, procedures, standards and controls or effective management of the Operations Department  Collection of statistics from ICL (the hospitals) and the private providers as required by management and the actuary  Liaise with the NIB to identify number of employment injury and occupational disease cases.  Enforces cost-reduction strategies and recommends initiatives in the management of patient’s care;  Prepare Quarterly performance reports and trend analysis  Recommends and monitors systems and procedures to facilitate achieving of objectives within the area of responsibility;  Verifies and signs-off on overseas provider claims in order to ensure veracity of claims as well as conducts value for money audit;  Advise on the adjudication of claims by Beneficiaries in special circumstances, outside the scope of usual and customary benefits, including overseas claims  To make recommendations to the Board on policy decisions such as but not limited to; reimbursement and to recommend accreditation standards in line with the Health Practitioners Board or other authorized Agency.  Conducts a sample survey of health care providers and facilities to derive baseline data on the availability and quality of services as well as the capacity and readiness to meet the demands of the NHIB;  Coordinates activities and provides advice to the NHIB team charged with the specification and costing of the service benefit package and in the development of provider payment systems;  Convenes and takes the lead in meetings and other mechanisms aimed at defining criteria for inclusion in the NHIB provider network, as well as

VACANCY FOR THE POSITION OF LEGAL OFFICER - PROVIDENCIALES SCOPE: This is a senior professional position, which has corporate wide responsibility for all legal matters arising in connection with the administration of the National Health Insurance Programme. The Legal Counsel is the legal advisor to the NHIB. He or she is required to manage a variety of legal matters impacting the administration of the National Health Insurance scheme, appear in all courts and tribunals on behalf of the NHIB to play a key role in the identification and management of legal risk issues across the organization. He/she is deemed to be performing satisfactorily when the outputs for this position are achieved.

Duties and Responsibilities:  Provide legal advice and opinions on all matters required by the Board, its divisions and departments  Review and draft contracts, leases, conveyances, bonds, securities, bill of sale, mortgages, deeds of variation, deeds of release and other legal documents.  Recover contribution and all monies owing to the National Health Insurance Board.  Attend the National Appeals Tribunal and conduct appeals on behalf of the Board.  Liaise with external Attorneys with respect to the litigation portfolio including the preparation of briefs to external counsel.  Assist with the provision of training in the understanding of the National Health Insurance Ordinance.  Drafting in association with the office of the Attorney General, new or amending legislation, and regulations, reciprocal and other agreements, etc.  Legal scrutiny of instructions, leaflets, etc.; in-so-far as they explain or interpret the provisions of National Health Insurance Plan.  Advising on matters of general law, which may arise in connection with administration of oaths and affirmation; property transfer

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developing norms and protocols for quality assurance utilization reviews, access to overseas care, and modifications (inclusion and exclusion) of items in the benefit package;  Collaborates with other members on the NHIB team in the design and implementation of activities related to accreditation of health providers;  Collaborates with other members of the NHIB team in defining and developing contractual agreements with local and overseas providers for services within the benefit package;  Assists in the development of detailed terms of reference and procedures for the activities of the NHIB Medical Review Committee.  May perform other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor or any other person authorized to give instructions or assignments  Any other duty deemed appropriate and consistent with the position, professional qualification and skill set as directed by the Chief Executive Officer WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:  Internal – Chief Financial Officer, Insurance Claims Manager, Nurse Case Managers, Claims Officers, IT, Registration and Accounting Officers  External - Members of the public, Ministry of Health and other TCIG Ministries, TCI Hospitals, International medical providers, Insurance Third Party Administrators MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:  Principles, practices and techniques of medical case management  Principles and practice of strategic, long-term business planning  Principles and practice of effective management and supervision  Good Problem Solving Skills  Human Relations  Strong written and oral skills including computer literacy in the main processing, spreadsheet and presentation graphics programmes.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:  Medical Doctor with at least 7 years’ experience, a full time practitioner in primary care and hospital settings with the necessary competencies to effectively respond to the challenges of the job.  Business post graduate Degree  Business Management Experience  Knowledge of the NHIB Ordinance and Regulations  Current (Good Standing) Registration with TCI Health Practitioners Board  Experience with health insurance operations such as member of medical review panel will be an asset.

Salary Grade: 8 Salary range: $84,000.00 – $95,040.00 (salary commensurate with experience) Deadline for submission: February 10th 2017 All applications shall be addressed to: Human Resources National Health Insurance Board Salt Mills Plaza Providenciales Turks and Caicos Islands British West Indies Email: recruitment@tcinhip.tc

and terms of service.  Submit Monthly Reports to Executive Management on all legal activities.  Initiate Prosecutions and Prosecute Employer and Self-employed arrears.  Interpret the National Health Insurance Board Ordinance and Regulations for all staff on a needs basis.  Assess and advise on all eligibility of beneficiaries.  Interpret other Ordinances as it relates to the registration and benefits of NHIB beneficiaries.  Draft legal opinions for advancement to the Chief Executive Officer on all matters arising under the Legislation.  Conduct ongoing training on the National Health Insurance Board Legislation.

Personnel specifications:  A Law Degree, a Post Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice and designation Attorney at Law.  At least five (5) years post qualification experience to acquire the necessary competencies to effectively respond to the challenges of the job.  Solid competencies in legal drafting, Litigation, Opinion writing and legal research  Must be able to use Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Power Point etc.)  Excellent team player with team building skills  Excellent writer and oral communication skills  Ability to deliver to strict deadlines and to work under pressure Salary Grade: 5 Salary range: $51,000.00 - $57,696.00 (salary commensurate with experience) Deadline for Submission is February 10th, 2017 Human Resources National Health Insurance Board Salt Mills Plaza Providenciales Turks and Caicos Islands British West Indies Email: recruitment@tcinhip.tc

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Come Be a Spa Tropique Girl!

Spa Tropique is on the hunt to find the best massage therapists on island! If you have at least three years of experience with a four star spa and have an upbeat and positive personality, we hope you will come and meet with us! If you are experienced in facials and nails-even better!

Applicants must be able to speak and write English fluently, have a clean driver’s license and their own vehicle in excellent working condition. Position is commission based. Please see further requirements for applicants below.

We look forward to meeting you! Deadline for applications is: February 10, 2017.

Requirements: Applicants for the position are required to have:  Obtained a diploma in Massage Therapy from an internationally accredited school from Canada, Great Britain, United States, Jamaica, Thailand or Philippines  Completed a massage course of at least 1800 hours plus  At least 3 years experience with a spa rated 4 stars or above  Their own vehicle in excellent working order and a clean license  Fluent spoken and written English (There is a written exam.)  Basic computer skills for use of company software  Be available to work 9am-7pm every day. Weekends and holiday are a must. (Schedules are subject to change) Please email your resume to: relax@spatropique.com or drop off at 202 W. Venture House, Grace Bay Road. Applicants may also forward resumes to the government employee services offices.

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Cora Williams

Is seeking to employ a Labourer Must be able to work 6 days a week Salary $6.50 per hour Please contact: (649)441-0612 Maranatha Academy (a Seventh-day Adventist Institution)

Seeks suitable candidate to fill the position of Janitor This individual must be able to work Mondays through Fridays Salary is $6.25 per hour Duties include cleaning and general maintenance of the school grounds Applications can be sent to contact@maranathaacademy.tc or call the school at 946-4385

DARRAK WILLIAMS

Seeks to employ a Labourer in Grand Turk To work 5 days a week Salary $7.00 per hr Contact Darrak at telephone No. 331-1625

I.B.O SHOPS

Is seeking the following to fill the position 2 Store Clerks 1 Labourer To work 6 days a week from 9am-5pm Salary $7.00 per hour Contact LUE OR ROSE CLARE at 346-0493 #440370

Lilieth Allen (Grand Turk)

Seeking: Domestic Worker Willing to Live In Must be able to work on holidays, weekends and an on-call basis Salary: $150 per week or higher To work 6 days per week Contact: heather@stanfieldgreene.com

North Caicos Adventure

Seeking: 1 Domestic Worker Salary: $6.25 per hour To Work 6 Days per Week Contact: 946 7425

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Elite Education SYS High School

Elite Education SYS High School

Is seeking 3 teacher Salary $1500 per month 1 Principal Salary $1800 per month 2 University Professors Salary negotiable Contact # 245-8334

Is seeking 5 Cleaners Salary $6.25 per hour

Tasty’s Café in Grand Turk

Is seeking a Waitress - $6.50 per hour An Assistant Cook - $7.50 per hour A Kitchen Helper - $6.50 per hour To work 6 days a week Please Contact 332-1247 #440357

R & C Snack Bar

1 cosmetology teacher

Salary $6.25 per hour 2 tuck-shop clerks Salary $1000 per month Contact # 245-8334

is seeking a barmaid Must work 6 days a week Salary $6.25 per hour Contact # 241-6307

JID Barber Shop

MBA CONSTRUCTION

Is seeking a Hairstylist To work 6 days a week Salary $6.50 per hour Contact: 244-8525

SEEKS 1 Labourer To work 6 days a week Salary $12.00 per hour Contact 242-3450 #440359

#440354

Tropical Waves Water Sports

Bro’s Auto Repairs & Auto Parts

Rodemide Joseph

Seeking 2 Labourers 1 Domestic Worker To Work 6 Days per Week Salary: $6.50 per hour Contact: (649) 332-5707 Please Email: wavestropical@gmail.com

Is seeking a Mechanic Helper in Grand Turk To work 6 days a week Salary $7.00 per hour Please contact 332-1247

Is seeking a Cleaner To work 5 days per week Salary $6.25 per hour Please contact 331-2716 #440375

#440358

#440372

Shree Sai Limited

Oasis Sky Lounge

Faith Baptist Church

Is looking for a Jewelry Merchandiser To operate at their Indigo Stores at the Grand Turk Cruise Center •The candidate should have at least 8 years experience, computer literate, accounts background.

•Well versed in product merchandising, customer service, sales and purchasing.

•A good command of the English language – a second language will be an asset.

Interested persons should apply in writing to the directors of Shree Sai Limited C/O Indigo Stores, Grand Turk Cruise Center, Grand Turk.

Is seeking one Waitress To work 6 days 9am-5pm Salary $6.50 per hour Please contact 244-2088

Seeking: 1 Youth Minister & 1 Domestic Worker Salary: $6.50 per hour To work 5 days per week Contact: 331-3515 or 341-3515

Needed in South Caicos

1 Labourer Must work 6 days a week Maintain yard & garden Upkeep of property Salary - $6.25 contact # 331-4475

Margaret Williams

Is seeking a domestic worker To work 6 days per week Salary $6.50 per hour Please contact Margaret Williams

Gemini Secretarial and Consultant

Florice Forbes

Two (2) domestic workers, 5 Days per week @ $6.25 per hour Two (2) Tile Layers, 5 days per week @ $7.00 per hours Three (3) Painter Helpers, 6 days per week @ $6.25 per hour Two (2) Babysitter, 6 days per week @ $6.25 per hour One (1) Mechanic, 6 days per week @ $7.00 per hour One (1) mechanic helper, 5 days per week @$6.25 per hour Two (2) clerks, 6 days per week @ $7.00 per hour One (1) driver/operator 6 days per week, @ $9.00 per hour One (1) Mason helper, 5 days per week, @ $7.00 per hour One (1) construction helper, 5 days per week@ $7.00 per hour One (1) fly board instructor, $12.00 per hour, 5 days per week, Interested persons please contact (649) 3465647 between the hours of 10:00 am - 3:00pm Tuesday - Thursday.

Carol Betty Pena Grand Turk

Is seeking a Labourer To work 6 days a week Salary $6.50 per hour Contact # 247-1932

LABOURER WANTED must work 6 days a week Salary $6.50 per hour Contact 242-6772

#440361

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Barack and Michelle Obama arrive in the British Virgin Islands on Richard Branson’s private jet

Necker Island

Former President Barack Obama and his wife, Michelle, arrived in the British Virgin Islands at 8:47 p.m. Monday at the Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport, before being whisked away to Richard Branson’s private celebrity hot spot, Necker Island, for a vacation.

After landing on Branson’s private jet, the Obamas posed for a photo with local immigration personnel who checked them into the territory and Police Commissioner Michael Matthews.

As news spread of the Obama’s pending arrival, several people showed up to the airport and armed police blocked the area east of the airport off to traffic so that the Obamas could be swiftly transported to Trellis Bay where a boat was waiting to take them to Necker Island.

Necker Island, a 74-acre island which holds about 30 guests, is north of Virgin Gorda and is about a 15- to 20-minute sail from Beef Island. Branson bought the island in 1983 for $180,000. Rates are currently going around $42,000 per night. A villa can be had for $27,000 for a week.

The former first couple posed with staff at Terrence B Lettsome International Airport, the islands’ main airport, on Monday night after a flight from California.

A photograph of the pair with their arms stretched around immigration officials and the local police commissioner appeared on social media after their quiet arrival.

They were then whisked away in a waiting motorcade to be taken to a nearby boat to

A Riverside County Sheriff ’s Department vehicle blocked traffic in both directions on Highway 111 as the motorcade sped to the airport.

Once there former First Lady Michelle was seen boarding a private jet owned by Sir Richard Branson.

The aircraft was waiting on the tarmac next to the Signature Flight Support as the motorcade pulled in just before 11am.

It was later revealed to have filed a flight plan to the British Virgin Islands’ main airport. Branson’s private island complete their journey to of Necker is part of the Caribbean Branson’s private retreat, Necker archipelago.

Island.

Her husband wasn’t seen

Workers were seen boarding the flight but Tom Nolan, loading the small wooden vessel the airport’s executive director, with the couple’s luggage before it later confirmed that the former launched. president also departed Monday

Michelle Obama was morning but it’s not clear whether earlier seen boarding Branson’s the couple left together.

The private jet, a Falcon Falcon 900EX at Palm Springs International Airport.

Her 900EX is a French made, long husband also boarded, but was range, ultra luxury corporate jet, not seen doing so. called Galactic Girl.The jet has

The couple spent the a maximum cruising altitude of weekend relaxing at the home 36,000 feet, speed of mach 0.87 of Spanish ambassador James (662 mph). it is customized for Costos and his interior designer each owner and can have office partner Michael Smith after space or beds installed. taking part in President Donald The weather on Necker Trump’s inauguration on Friday. is significantly better than

The Virgin mogul was in conditions in Palm Springs, which the region last week but has since is affected by a winter storm left to meet his newest grandson, warning.

Bluey. He celebrated news of the Necker on the other hand baby’s birth on Necker Island, had some rain on Monday but is stharing a video of the special predicted to be dry, sunny, and moment in an Instagram video on around 80f for the rest of the Monday. week.

In Palm Springs, an Branson posted an eight-vehicle motorcade was Instagram picture on Saturday seen leaving the home where of him with the former president the Obamas had been staying at during his time in office saying: ‘Thank you Obama.’ around 10am.

Barack and Michelle Obama arrived at Terrence B Lettsome International Airport in the British Virgin Islands on Monday night after flying in on Sir Richard Branson’s jet

CIBC FirstCaribbean divides $73,000 between eight cancer organizations

#5901 Andrea Sweeting, President of Sister Sister, accepts ‘Walk for the Cure’ cheque donation on behalf of the eight local cancer organizations from (l-r) CIBC FirstCaribbean Managing Director, Marie Rodland-Allen and ‘Walk for the Cure’ co-chair Trevor Torzsas with Melissa Major of The Cancer Society of the Bahamas

Eight local cancer charities shared a $73,000 windfall recently when CIBC FirstCaribbean in The Bahamas donated the proceeds from its fifth annual cancer fundraiser, ‘Walk for the Cure’ held last October.

The recipients of the funds included the Cancer Societies of New Providence, Sister Sister organizations in New Providence and Grand Bahama, Cancer Association of Grand Bahama, the Cancer Societies of Abaco, Eleuthera and Grand Bahama and the One Eleuthera Foundation.

The bank’s signature ‘Walk for the Cure’ event is held each October in New Providence, Abaco, Eleuthera and Grand Bahama to coincide with Cancer Awareness Month.

During a press conference at the bank’s Shirley Street branch to present a cheque to the cancer organizations, Managing Director Marie Rodland-Allen announced that ‘Walk for the Cure’, held across the 17 territories where the bank has a presence, raised $500,000 regionally and that includes the funds raised The Bahamas.

“We sat here on August 23rd of last year to launch our 5th annual Walk for the Cure charity fundraiser, and about five months later we are pleased with the support of our staff, their friends, their families, our amazing corporate sponsors and the cancer societies who collectively made last year’s fundraising event a resounding success,” Rodland-Allen said.

Trevor Torzsas, Managing Director of Customer Relationship Management and Strategy and co-chair of Walk for the Cure, explained that it is important for CIBC FirstCaribbean to give back to the countries the bank operates in.

“By utilizing our presence in these countries and our relationships with clients and companies we can bring them together to do good in this community; we have raised more than USD$1.2million over 5 years, which has allowed us to support numerous organizations around the Caribbean that can provide detection and care for several different types of cancer.”

Sister Sister President Andrea Sweeting, thanked CIBC FirstCaribbean for recognizing her organization.

“We get excited when we get these types of sponsorships from different persons and entities because it means so much to us and allows us to better assist the people who come to us for help,” Sweeting said.

Melissa Major of the Cancer Society of The Bahamas said the proceeds from ‘Walk for the Cure’ will greatly impact to her organization.

“We have a Cancer Caring Centre that is home away from home for cancer patients and this is a big deal because when they come here they stay with us during the time they are doing their treatment, they stay with us free of charge, so this will definitely make a difference to all those cancer patients, and our numerous programs our organization has.”

The walk is held to coincide with the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation’s CIBC Run for the Cure sponsored by the bank’s parent company, CIBC. CIBC has been supporting this event for more than 20 years, donating millions to breast cancer research in Canada.

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Cayman Islands Government refuses to reveal costs of electronic license plates The Cayman Islands cannot be used to “track” vehicles government has signed a five- using a GPS-type system. year contract with a multinational The number plates and the company to provide new electronic windscreen coupons are fitted with license plates and vehicle registration Radio-Frequency Identification chips, coupons for more than 45,000 drivers computer chip/antenna devices that on the islands, according to the can store relatively small amounts of Cayman Compass. information.

However, Department “They may simply be scanned of Vehicle and Drivers’ Licensing by authorities, with only insurance Director David Dixon said Tuesday and other vehicle particulars available that the cost of the winning bid for the to system users,” Mr. Dixon said in a system, the contract for which was statement. The users of the system signed in January 2016, would not be are DVDL employees, who manage made public because it is considered it, and the police, who will have “read commercially sensitive information. only” access to the vehicle registration The Cayman Compass is filing an system. open records request for the cost of One practical law enforcement the contract. use for the new technology could be

The contract is with Sistemat, in the area of traffic stops initiated S.A. Tonnjes C.A.R.D. International, by police officers. For instance, an which is based in Panama, according officer using an electronic plateto the company’s website. The reading device at a roadblock could Sistemat firm is linked to the German immediately scan and receive Tönnjes company. information that tells him that an

According to the Tönnjes unregistered vehicle is being operated. website: “As one of the leading At present, that officer must first suppliers worldwide of security license pull over the vehicle, check license plates as well as vehicle registration and registration and contact the 911 and identification systems, the Emergency Centre by radio to obtain Tönnjes Group through its export the data. companies focuses on the customer- Mr. Dixon said there would specific development of international be no change in the present data vehicle registration systems for exchange process between the RCIPS protecting the vehicle registration as and the DVDL in terms of prosecuting well as subsequent identification of the someone for expired tags or failure national vehicle fleet against attempts to register their vehicle. Under the at manipulation, counterfeiting and Traffic Law, the police must make a theft.” request to extract the information and

Mr. Dixon on Tuesday sought receive a certificate of validity from to address a number of concerns the DVDL, a process that takes up to regarding how the electronic licensing three days. system will be used by the DVDL Ministry of Planning officials and the Royal Cayman Islands Police said there are other options for using Service. the technology in the future, including

First, he said, the electronic putting electronic transmitters on plates the government is buying stop lights or power poles to scan

vehicle registrations. Those devices can tell system users where a vehicle was at a given time and date, but placing those scanners in enough places to physically track a vehicle as it traverses the island is considered cost-prohibitive.

Unregistered vehicles

The electronic plates purchase came as the result of a government policy decision to improve customer service at the DVDL and provide some extra law enforcement/public safety tools, according to Mr. Dixon.

A request for proposals on the system went out in June 2014 with a primary purpose, according to ministry bid documents, of reducing lost revenue from vehicles not being registered.

“[The revenue loss] is directly related to the failure of motorists to legally register and license their vehicles,” the request for proposal document stated. “The purposeful avoidance to register vehicles is the most significant contributors [sic] to revenue losses within Department of Vehicle and Drivers’ Licensing.”

A secondary goal of the system was identified: “Government aims to utilize the appropriate technology to enable law enforcement to electronically identify, validate vehicle roadworthiness or authenticate registration plate transfer via security features … Law enforcement will not have to rely on manual or visual inspections to validate vehicles’ identity or roadworthiness.”

Replacing the current vehicle plates with the electronic tags and windscreen stickers will also allow drivers to re-register their vehicles without having to visit the DVDL

K.b.’S “Red Plate” Calls For Accountability

Recording artist and Bahamian Entertainer, K.B. (Kirkland Bodie), is targeting wasteful government spending in the public service in his first song for 2017.

The Rake-n-Scrape king released the single and video montage for his new song, “Red Plate”, over the weekend. A reference to the red license plates on government vehicles driven by public service executives. K.B. said “Red Plate” is a danceable tune with a hard-hitting message, the song is a call for accountability, across the board.

“Red Plate” is about public service workers who abuse the privilege of having a government vehicle. They are only supposed to be used to do the government’s business, but everyday we see people driving around in government vehicles during evening hours and on weekends. Making school pickups, grocery runs and at churches, burning up gas and wasting our tax payer dollars.”

“Red Plate” has gone viral since it hit the social media, reaching almost one hundred thousand people.

K.B. said especially in light of the recent economic downgrade, now more than ever, helping to control how

K.B., Recording Artist & Bahamian Entertainer our public funds are spent is where he said, “If ya’ll can’t hear critical and doesn’t just rest with we, then we’ll make you shame,” the government. the message music singer has

“The Bahamas’ credit issued a challenge on social rating has gone down to ‘junk’ media asking people to post and status because we have not been share their photos on Twitter, prudent with our spending. On Facebook and Instagram, of the back of all these taxes and cars, trucks and SUV’s with red failed government programs that plates that are not being used as have cost us millions of dollars, intended, or are in places where like “Carnival”, at all levels, we they should not be. Akin to his have to do a much better job at video montage for the song, that ensuring transparency, managing has many photos of vehicles with and knowing where our money is ‘red plates’ slacking off, after going.” hours.

With lyrics like, “To see

“Red Plate” is the red plates on Sundays, should first single from K.B.’s much be a crime, Wastin’ government anticipated new album of money, should come with jail Bahamian music, due out this time,” K.B. hopes to draw summer. attention to this abuse of public spending, which he feels should *See “RED PLATE” by K.B. come with consequences. on YouTube: https://youtu.be/

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offices. Once the licenses and coupon are in place, it is possible to update a registration, following inspection, by paying online. The window coupon will not have a date printed on it, so it can be updated electronically once the driver has passed the inspection and paid the fees.

DVDL officials said they hope the new system will result in greater efficiencies for drivers and in fewer visits by the public to the DVDL offices.

Plate production The unmarked aluminum alloy electronic plates are shipped to Cayman as part of the contract and are being embossed with plate numbers at the DVDL’s headquarters on Crewe Road.

The new electronic plates and windscreen coupons are expected to be issued beginning next month, with an initial replacement of about 700 temporary licenses the DVDL has issued since December. After those temporary plates are replaced, drivers with the old license tags will have those replaced as they come to the department to register their vehicles each year.

The entire replacement process is expected to take up to 36 months.

The new electronic plates and coupons are “tamper-proof,” Mr. Dixon said.

“The license plate holder is installed onto the vehicle and the plate is inserted into the holder and locked into place,” he said. “Similarly, once the coupon is stuck to the windshield, any attempt to remove the plate/ coupon renders the unit useless and new ones will be required.”

Accused Jamaican lottery scammer extradited to US

Jamaica – THE police yesterday revealed that 27-year-old Lavrick Willocks, a St James businessman who was arrested on lottery scamming charges, was extradited to the United States last Thursday.

Willocks, otherwise called “Lav”, and who lived at Tortuga Drive, Greenwood, St James, was wanted in the US for the offences of attempt and conspiracy to commit wire fraud, wire fraud, mail fraud and money laundering conspiracy.

“Willocks is alleged to be one of the masterminds who ran a syndicate that defrauded several US citizens of over US$5 million in the illicit lottery scam. A warrant was subsequently issued for his arrest and extradition,” the constabulary’s Corporate Communications Unit (CCU) said in a news release.

“On Saturday, November 5, 2016, members of the Jamaica Fugitive Apprehension Team (JFAT) arrested Willocks at a hotel in Kingston and brought him before the Corporate Area Parish Court, where he waived his right to an extradition hearing and was ordered extradited,” the CCU said.

“Willocks was picked up at the Tower Street Adult Correctional Centre

by JFAT. He was then transported to the Norman Manley International Airport, where he was handed to US marshals,” the CCU said.

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PM Christie says more than 31,000 new jobs created in The Bahamas

NASSAU, The Bahamas, – Prime Minister Perry Christie says his administration has created more than 31, 000 jobs during its five year term in office with at least eight billion dollars being invested in the tourism sector.

Addressing the Bahamas Business Outlook conference here on Monday, Prime Minister Christie, said the efforts of his administration on job creation from foreign direct investment have been fruitful, “with approvals given for over eight billion dollars in touristic projects and, inclusive of 300 estate homes which, along with Baha Mar, will create an additional 15,000 permanent jobs throughout key islands of our archipelago.

“As a matter of record, the Department of Statistics has recorded the creation of 31,735 jobs during the current administration,” he said, adding that he was pleased with the level of investor confidence in the Bahamas.

Christie, who has been endorsed by his Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) to lead it into the next general election, told the conference that the remobilization of the multi-billion dollar Baha Mar Resort is well underway and that the project will open in phases this year.

“It is my understanding that since the announcement, Baha Mar’s website has received over 20,000 views and 5,000 job applications have already been received for the 1500 positions now available, with several thousand more positions coming on stream by year end, when the project is fully completed.”

Christie said that the new owners of the project, CTF Enterprises, a Hong-Kong based conglomerate and operators of top branded hotels worldwide, “are also making plans to add additional features to what is already the largest single resort complex under development within the region”.

He said that Atlantis Resort, with 7,763 employees continues to be the largest private sector employer in the country and that its owner, Brookfield Asset Management, is carrying out US$38 million in upgrades and renovations.

“In 2016, Atlantis contributed US$290 million in salaries, fees and taxes, for which the Government has extended appropriate concessions, and will maintain a vibrant capex programme over the next three years.”

Christie said that a signal achievement of his government has been the initiatives taken with respect to the expiring provisions of the Hawksbill Creek Agreement, which is expected to result in the strengthening and expansion of the Grand Bahama economy.

“The consultative process undertaken by this administration for review of the expiring provisions of the agreement has led to the implementation of a new policy framework and conclusion of a Memorandum of Understanding with key stakeholders for commitments to further development,” Prime Minister Christie said, adding “this will deliver a wide range of economic and social gains for Grand Bahama’s residents”.

Christie said that some of the outcomes from this new framework include changes to the regulatory framework governing Freeport, creating improved transparency and regulatory oversight.

“Future concessions to developers will be administered by government and conditional upon compliance with real estate and business development milestones. A collaborative strategy is being developed with key stakeholders for attracting, retaining and expanding investment in Grand Bahama, including the injection of new equity capital into the Grand Bahama Port Authority group of companies.”

Prime Minister Christie said the cruise sector continues to expand with the recent negotiation by the government of a Waiver of Exclusivity from Freeport Harbour Company to enable development by Carnival Cruise Lines of a cruise port in Eastern Grand Bahama.

Barbados PM says no devaluation of dollar

BRIDGETOWN, Barbados – Prime Minister Freundel Stuart reiterated there will be no devaluation of the Barbados dollar, less than a week after his Finance Minister Chris Sinckler delivered a similar message in the Parliament.

Addressing the luncheon of the Barbados Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Stuart told the business community that there was no persuasive evidence that devaluation exercises in other Caribbean Community (CARICOM) countries had produced any spectacular results or facilitated the outcomes they desired.

“Put very simply, devaluation of the Barbados dollar is not an agenda item for the present government,” he emphasised.

The Prime Minister said that in the face of real growth in the traded and non- Barbados Prime Minister Freundel Stuart traded sectors; noticeable is that we should devalue the improvements in the balance currency of Barbados,” he said. of payments; falling inflation During his wide-ranging and declining unemployment; address, Stuart said he did not “pundits, publicists and prophets” judge that there was a need, at had been steadfastly predicting this time, to seek balance of a devaluation of the Barbados payments support from the IMF. dollar or had been calling “Our present stridently for a programme with circumstances in the the International Monetary government’s view, while Fund (IMF) or for privatisation requiring close attention, do of some of government’s assets. not warrant a panicky resort to

He pointed out, however, the IMF,” he said, noting that that as long as the island Barbados had recorded a decline continued to depend on its in its reserves reported for 2016 relationship with the world over 2015. for economic sustenance, there But he said his would be fluctuations in its administration was not pushing fortunes, depending on what any “panic buttons”, as some was going on in the economies of people seemed to believe they its trading partners. should.

“So, it cannot be that “The most recent Central every time there is an adverse Bank report showed that foreign movement in our foreign exchange reserves ended 2016 at exchange or foreign reserves 10.2 weeks of cover. We have all situation, whatever the reason, accepted that ideally at least we the only solution to put forward should maintain a minimum of

12 weeks of import cover. It does not mean that what we have in reserve is insufficient to meet our current daily requirements or in fact to defend our existing currency peg to the US dollar.

“Suggestions to the contrary are unnecessary speculation which quite frankly ignores the economic history of Barbados of which I have just spoken. In the early 1990s when Barbados last faced a challenge of a similar nature, we practically ran out of reserves, as we almost ran out of options. On this occasion we are not nearly close to running out of either reserves or options,” he told the luncheon.

Stuart said that over the coming days and weeks those reserve levels would almost certainly be boosted by at least BDS$250 million (One Barbados dollar =US$0.50 cents) as the delayed inflows associated with several projects including the Sam Lord’s reconstruction project and the completion of the arrangements for the sale of the Barbados National Terminal Company Limited, are received.

Last week, Sinckler dismissed possibilities of a devaluation of the local currency saying he was prepared to resign if this should occur.

“I assure the people of Barbados, I will speak on the economy very shortly, but nobody is going to force, ring, or bully me into making statements,” he told Parliamwnt, asking “what is the purpose of panic in an economy that is growing”.

He also brushed aside suggestions that the government and more specifically the Ministry of Finance and the Central Bank of Barbados had approached the Washingtonbased financial institution for assistance.

Bahamas deports in excess of 10,000 illegal immigrants over a two-year period

NASSAU, The Bahamas – The Bahamas government said more than 12,000 people had been arrested here for violating immigration laws and just over 10,000 repatriated over the last two years.

Foreign Affairs and Immigration Minister Fred Mitchell told Parliament that in 2015, a total of 4,957 people were arrested with 3, 379 being repatriated including “many who owed work permit fees”.

He said in 2015, at least 571 of those arrested were

released.

He told legislators that last year, the authorities arrested 7, 357 people, repatriating 6, 869 and releasing 488.

Mitchell said that the major categories of those arrested were Cubans and Haitians, noting that last year, 1,287 Cubans were repatriated as compared to 153 in 2015.

He said in 2015, a total of 3,183 Haitians were repatriated with 5,241 being repatriated last year.

“You will see that there is

a substantial jump in the figures of Cubans. We believe that this was largely driven by Cubans anticipating the end of the so called wet foot/dry foot policy,” of the United States, he said.

Washington last week announced an end to the policy that Cubans who landed in the United States a fast track to permanent residence and Mitchell said “the officials here have said there have not been any interdictions of Cubans since that policy was announced. We continue to watch the situation.”

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Mexico president cancels Trump summit over border wall dispute

MEXICO CITY/ WASHINGTON,- Mexico’s president on Thursday scrapped a planned summit with Donald Trump in the face of insistent tweets from the U.S. president demanding Mexico pay for a border wall, a deepening spat that threatens Mexican efforts to salvage trade ties.

Taking a page out of Trump’s playbook, President Enrique Pena Nieto fired the salvo on Twitter, after Trump’s call for Mexico to foot the bill for his planned wall prompted a groundswell of calls in Mexico for next week’s meeting to be called off.

Trump said in a Twitter message earlier on Thursday that his Mexican counterpart should cancel his scheduled visit to Washington if Mexico refuses to pay for the wall that he has ordered constructed along the border. Trump views the wall, a major promise during his election campaign, as part of a package of measures to curb illegal immigration.

Mexico has long insisted it will not pay for the planned wall.

“We have informed the White House that I will not attend the working meeting planned for next Tuesday with @POTUS,” Pena Nieto tweeted. “Mexico reiterates its willingness to work with the United States to reach agreements that favor both nations.”

Trump, who took office last

Mexican President Enrique Pena Nieto Friday, signed an executive order for construction of the wall on Wednesday, the same day that Mexico’s foreign minister held talks with Trump aides in the White House aimed at healing ties.

Relations have been frayed since Trump launched his campaign in 2015, characterizing Mexican migrants as murderers and rapists and pledging to build a wall that he said Mexico would pay for.

Trade ties are in the balance conference in Philadelphia, where after Trump vowed to renegotiate Republicans were holding a retreat. the North American Free Trade Trump signed the executive Agreement and slap high tariffs on orders, including one authorizing the American companies that have moved planned wall, on Wednesday just as jobs south of the border. a Mexican delegation led by Foreign

Mexico’s peso, which has Minister Luis Videgaray arrived at fallen sharply against the U.S. dollar the White House. in the face of Trump’s stances on trade The timing caused outrage and immigration, extended losses to 1 in Mexico, with prominent politicians percent after Pena Nieto fired off his and many on social media seeing at as tweet. a deliberate snub to the government’s

“The U.S. has a 60 billion efforts to engage with Trump, who dollar trade deficit with Mexico. It has for months used Mexico as a has been a one-sided deal from the political punching bag. beginning of NAFTA with massive House of Representatives numbers... of jobs and companies Speaker Paul Ryan, asked if lost. If Mexico is unwilling to pay for lawmakers were worried about the the badly needed wall, then it would U.S. relationship with Mexico, said, be better to cancel the upcoming “I think we’ll be fine.” meeting,” Trump said in his Twitter Trump ruffled feathers message.’ with Mexico from the start of the

Leaders of the Republican- presidential campaign that led to his controlled U.S. Congress said on election victory on Nov. 8.

Thursday they planned to move Former foreign minister ahead on funding the border wall, Jorge Castaneda said the Mexican which they projected would cost government should have canceled the between $12 billion and $15 billion. planned summit earlier in the week, Trump said in an interview with ABC when it became clear that Trump was News on Wednesday evening that going to go ahead with measures to Mexico would eventually reimburse build the wall and clamp down on the United States for the wall. immigration.

“So we intend to address the “There is an atmosphere of wall issue ourselves and the president crisis in the United States and it is can deal with his relations with other going to last a long time. We are going countries,” Senate Majority Leader to have to get used to living like this,” Mitch McConnell said at a news he said on Mexican radio.

Trump’s Order May Mark 11 Million Undocumented Immigrants for Deportation

The nation’s undocumented engage in criminal conduct in the immigrants -- approximately 11 United States.” million by a 2014 Pew Research Anyone who came to the U.S. estimate -- could be made a priority illegally -- that is without passing for deportation as a result of the through border inspection committed executive order signed by President a criminal misdemeanor and could Donald Trump Wednesday, according fall into the priority removal category, to legal experts. legal experts tell ABC News.

The order delineates While overstaying a visa is several categories of undocumented not a criminal offense, legal experts immigrants who are priority for say that those who do so could fall removal from the United States under a vague clause in the executive including those who have been order that undocumented immigrants “charged with any criminal offense” or who “have engaged in fraud or willful those who have “committed acts that misrepresentation in connection with constitute as a chargeable offense.” any official matter” are a priority for

On the campaign trail, deportation as well.

Trump has vacillated several times “This is scary stuff for on the issue, at first indicating that America’s legacy of immigration, for all undocumented immigrants would business and for our hospitality,” be sent back” if they’ve done well said Michael Wildes, an immigration they’re going out and they’re coming attorney who formerly represented back in legally.” Then he tempered his Trump Models, the Miss Universe remarks to focus on undocumented Organization and Melania Trump. immigrants who committed crimes.

“Lady Liberty is probably

But Trump’s executive order closing her eyes right now in New US President Donald Trump appears to extend beyond this.

York Harbor.” of ‘criminal alien’ to its farthest

“Many aliens who illegally The executive order is reaches,” Martin continued. enter the United States and those “remarkably broad,” said David Martin, A professor from Yale who overstay or otherwise violate a University of Virginia School of Law School, Peter Schuck, also the terms of their visas present a Law professor who specializes in called Trump’s executive order significant threat to national security immigration, constitutional law and “extraordinarily broad” and said that and public safety,” the order states. international law. one provision that states “ensure “This is particularly so for aliens who “This order takes that notion that jurisdictions that fail to comply

with applicable Federal law do not receive Federal funds” could be read to mean all federal funding, not just law enforcement assistance going to sanctuary cities such as San Francisco, Austin and New York.

The orders stipulate an increase in the number of border patrol enforcement officers and lay the groundwork for building a wall on the U.S.-Mexico border, a longtime campaign promise of Trump’s.

“President Trump’s fantasy of sealing the border with a wall is driven by racial and ethnic bias that disgraces America’s proud tradition of protecting vulnerable migrants,” said Omar Jadwat, the director of the ACLU’s Immigrants’ Rights Project.

“The DHS deportation force has a track record of racial profiling and excessive force abuses, and expanding it will further erode the rights of millions of people who call our safe border communities home. Locking up asylum seekers who pose no danger or flight risk is unconstitutional and benefits nobody except private prison corporations and politicians looking to score rhetorical points. We will see the Trump administration in court if they go down that road,” Jadwat said in a statement.

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U.S. pulls out of Pacific trade deal, loosening Asia ties BUSINESS LEADERS

President Donald Trump holds up the executive order on withdrawal from the Trans Pacific Partnership after signing it in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington January 3rd,2017

U.S. President Donald Regional Comprehensive Trump formally withdrew the Economic Partnership.

United States from the Trans- Trump has sparked Pacific Partnership trade deal worries in Japan and elsewhere on Monday, distancing America in the Asia-Pacific with his from its Asian allies, as China’s opposition to the TPP and his influence in the region rises. campaign demands for U.S. allies

Fulfilling a campaign to pay more for their security. pledge to end American His trade stance involvement in the 2015 pact, mirrors a growing feeling among Trump signed an executive order Americans that international in the Oval Office pulling the trade deals have hurt the U.S. job United States out of the 12-nation market. Republicans have long TPP. held the view that free trade is Trump, who wants to boost U.S. a must, but that mood has been manufacturing, said he would changing. seek one-on-one trade deals “It’s going to be very with countries that would allow difficult to fight that fight,” the United States to quickly said Lanhee Chen, a Hoover terminate them in 30 days “if Institution fellow who was somebody misbehaves.” domestic policy adviser to 2012

“We’re going to stop Republican presidential nominee the ridiculous trade deals that Mitt Romney. “Trump is reflecting have taken everybody out of our a trend that has been apparent country and taken companies out for many years.” of our country,” the Republican Harry Kazianis, director president said as he met with of defense studies at the Center union leaders in the White for the National Interest think House’s Roosevelt Room. tank in Washington, said Trump

The TPP accord, backed must now find an alternative way heavily by U.S. business, was to reassure allies in Asia. negotiated by former Democratic “This could include multiple President Barack Obama’s bilateral trade agreements. administration but never Japan, Taiwan and Vietnam approved by Congress. should be approached first as they

Obama had framed TPP, are key to any new Asia strategy which excluded China, as an that President Trump will enact,” effort to write Asia’s trade rules he said. before Beijing could, establishing Trump is also working to U.S. economic leadership in the renegotiate the North American region as part of his “pivot to Free Trade Agreement to provide Asia.” more favorable terms to the

China has proposed United States, telling reporters a Free Trade Area of the Asia he would meet leaders of NAFTA Pacific and has also championed partners Mexico and Canada to the Southeast Asian-backed get the process started.

The new president met with a dozen American manufacturers at the White House on Monday, pledging to slash regulations and cut corporate taxes - but warning them he would take action on trade deals he felt were unfair.

Trump, who took office on Friday, has promised to bring factories back to the United States - an issue he said helped him win the Nov. 8 election. He has not hesitated to call out by name companies he thinks should bring outsourced production back home.

He said those businesses that choose to move plants outside the country would pay a price. “We are going to be imposing a very major border tax on the product when it comes in,” Trump said.

He asked the group of chief executives from companies including Ford Motor Co, Dell Technologies Inc, Tesla Motors Inc and others to make recommendations in 30 days to stimulate manufacturing, Dow Chemical Co Chief Executive Officer Andrew Liveris told reporters.

Liveris said the CEOs discussed the border tax “quite a bit” with Trump, explaining “the sorts of industry that might be helped or hurt by that.”

“Look: I would take the president at his word here. He’s not going to do anything to harm competitiveness,” Liveris said.

“He’s going to actually make us all more competitive.”

At part of the meeting observed by reporters, Trump provided no details on how the border tax would work.

The U.S. dollar fell to a seven-week low against a basket of other major world currencies on Monday, and global stock markets were shaky amid investor concerns about Trump’s protectionist rhetoric.

“A company that wants to fire all of its people in the United States, and build some factory someplace else, and then thinks that that product is going to just flow across the border into the United States - that’s not going to happen,” he said.

Israel acts to decriminalize small-scale marijuana use Israel plans to decriminalize personal marijuana use, Internal Security Minister Gilad Erdan said on Thursday, adopting an approach similar to some U.S. states and European countries.

Erdan said that if the government approves his new policy, those caught smoking marijuana would be fined rather than arrested and prosecuted.

Criminal procedures would be launched only against those caught repeatedly.

“Police will be able to redirect resources ... away from normative personal users and

focus instead on dangerous drugs,” drop since 2010.

Erdan told a news conference in If the new policy is Tel Aviv. approved by the government,

Marijuana use is fairly it will take effect within three common in Israel. The United months, Erdan said.

Nations Office on Drugs and In the United States, 28 states Crime has said that almost nine have legalized marijuana for percent of Israelis use cannabis. medical use and since 2012,

According to data Alaska, California, Maine, presented to parliament by the Massachusetts, Nevada, Oregon Internal Security Ministry in and Washington, D.C. have December, enforcement against also approved marijuana for personal marijuana users has recreational use. dropped by 30 percent since 2010.

Israel is one of the world Figures presented to the Justice leaders in medical marijuana Ministry showed only 188 research, and about 10,000 people were arrested in 2015 for people have a license to use the smoking marijuana, a 56 percent drug for medicinal purposes.

UK government takes first step towards triggering Brexit

Brexit minister David Davis began the process of passing a law that enables the government to trigger Britain’s exit from the European Union, saying on Thursday he expected the legislation to pass quickly.

Earlier this week, Britain’s top court ruled that Prime Minister Theresa May must seek parliamentary approval to trigger Article 50 of the EU’s Lisbon Treaty, rejecting the government’s argument that it could do so unilaterally.

The ruling is not expected to derail May’s plans to invoke Article 50 by the end of March, which will start two years of complex negotiations with the EU on the terms of Britain’s exit and its new trading arrangements. But it may force the government to reveal more of its negotiating position.

Davis began seeking parliamentary approval by publishing legislation and introducing it to parliament - the first stages in the normal lawmaking process, which will see both chambers of parliament scrutinize the bill.

“The British people have made the decision to leave the EU and this government is determined to get on with the job of delivering it,” Davis said in a statement.

“I trust that parliament, which backed the referendum by six to one, will respect the decision taken by the British people and pass the legislation quickly.”

The full text of the bill, which is less than 150 words long, can be viewed here:

Opposition parties have said they will try to amend the legislation to make the government reveal more details of its Brexit plans.

The bill will now be debated for two days next week, on Jan. 31 and Feb. 1, the government said. It is then expected to progress to a further debate stage, lasting three days from Feb. 6 to Feb. 8.

Secret Service agent under fire after posting she wouldn’t take bullet for Trump

The Secret Service is “taking appropriate action” after a special agent wrote a Facebook post suggesting she wouldn’t take a bullet for Donald Trump if he were president.

A Secret Service spokesperson confirmed that the agency was aware of Facebook posts made by special agent Kerry O’Grady, but wouldn’t elaborate on them further because it is a personnel matter.

The posts were reportedly written in October but came under the spotlight after a Washington Examiner article on Tuesday.

Screenshots of them have since circulated social media, as critics call for her to be fired.

According to CNN, her post read: “As a public servant for nearly 23 years, I struggle not to violate the Hatch Act. So I keep quiet and skirt the median. To do otherwise can be a criminal offense for those in my position. Despite the fact that I am expected to take a bullet for both sides. But this world has changed and I have changed. And I would take jail time over a bullet or an endorsement for what I believe to be disaster to this country and the strong and amazing women and minorities who reside here. Hatch Act be damned. I am with Her.”

The Hatch Act, passed in 1939, bars certain federal employees from engaging in political activity to promote fairness and nonpartisanship within the workplace. The Secret Service is among the agencies affected by the Hatch Act.

O’Grady told the Examiner in an interview that she took down the posts after two or three days and that she wouldn’t shirk her duties to protect the president, despite her support of Trump’s Democratic rival, Hillary Clinton.

“It was an internal struggle for me but as soon as I put it up, I thought it was not the sentiment that I needed to share because I care very deeply about the mission,” she said.

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Crisis deepens as Trump floats 20 percent tax on Mexico goods to pay for wall

U.S. President Donald Trump could pay for a wall on the southern border with a new 20 percent tax on goods from Mexico, the White House said on Thursday, deepening a crisis after plans for a summit with the Mexican president fell apart.

Trump wants the measure to be part of a broader tax overhaul package that the U.S. Congress is contemplating, White House spokesman Sean Spicer told reporters on Thursday.

It was not immediately clear how the tax would work.

Parts of the proposal that Spicer described resemble an existing idea, known as a border adjustment tax, being considered by the Republican-led U.S. House of Representatives.

Spicer said: “We have a new tax at $50 billion at 20 percent of imports -which is, by the way, a practice that 160 other countries do right now.”

“Our country’s policy is to tax exports and let imports flow freely in, which is ridiculous. But by doing it that way we can do $10 billion a year and easily pay for the wall. Just through that mechanism alone,” Spicer told reporters traveling with Trump to Philadelphia.

The White House later on Thursday said it was not endorsing the border adjustment tax. No further details were available.

News of the tax proposal widens a rift with Mexico which

earlier on Thursday scrapped renegotiate the North American a planned summit between Free Trade Agreement and President Enrique Pena Nieto slap high tariffs on American and Trump over the Republican’s companies that have moved jobs demands that Mexico pay for south of the border. the border wall to stem illegal Mexico ships 80 percent immigration. of its exports to the United States,

“I’ve said many times and around half of Mexico’s that the American people will foreign direct investment has not pay for the wall,” Trump told come from its northern neighbor the gathering. “Unless Mexico over the last two decades. is going to treat the United “The U.S. has a 60 billion States fairly, with respect, such a dollar trade deficit with Mexico. meeting would be fruitless and I It has been a one-sided deal want to go a different route.” from the beginning of NAFTA

Trump views the wall, with massive numbers... of jobs a major promise during his and companies lost. If Mexico election campaign, as part of is unwilling to pay for the badly a package of measures to curb needed wall, then it would be illegal immigration. Mexico has better to cancel the upcoming long insisted it will not heed meeting,” Trump said in his Trump’s demands to pay for the tweet before the planned Pena construction project.

Nieto talks were scrapped.

Trump, who took office The United States runs last week, signed an executive a $58.8 billion trade deficit with order for construction of the wall Mexico, according to the latest on Wednesday, just as a Mexican U.S. government figures. But delegation led by Foreign Mexico is also the United States’ Minister Luis Videgaray arrived second-largest export market. at the White House for talks with Former foreign minister Trump aides aimed at healing Jorge Castaneda said the ties.

Mexican government should

The timing of that, and have canceled the summit earlier Trump’s reiterated call for Mexico in the week, when it became clear to foot the bill, caused outrage that Trump was going to go ahead in Mexico, with prominent with measures to build the wall politicians and many on social and clamp down on immigration. media seeing at as a deliberate “There is an atmosphere of crisis snub to the government’s efforts in the United States and it is to engage with Trump, who has going to last a long time. We are for months used Mexico as a going to have to get used to living political punching bag. like this,” he said on Mexican

Trump has vowed to radio.

Timing of Mexico drug lord’s extradition seen as political

MEXICO CITY — Trump’s inauguration. like the fast-rising Jalisco New Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzman’s “They could not send him Generation cartel, known as the abrupt exit to face charges in after Trump was inaugurated CJNG. the U.S. marks the probable because the interpretation would “There might be some end of the career of Mexico’s have been that of a tribute,” Hope political aspirations in it, but I most notorious drug cartel boss, said. “But maybe they wanted to think it’s more about cleaning up and a delicately timed gesture do it close enough so that both what loose ends he (Pena Nieto)

by Mexican President Enrique administrations — the outgoing can so he can focus on what Pena Nieto, who faces a new and and the incoming — could really is much more concerning, the hostile U.S. administration. make some political hay out of CJNG,” Logan said.

Observers differed on this.”

A senior US official whether Guzman’s extradition Others saw it as a reward speaking on condition of was a final-hour salute to to Obama and a shot across the anonymity said Mexico’s legal outgoing President Barack bow of Trump, who has called system gave the Mexican Obama, or a gesture of obeisance immigrants coming illegally from government a small window to incoming President Donald Mexico criminals and “rapists” of opportunity to extradite Trump. Pena Nieto is already and vowed to build a border wall Guzman, and it quickly took deeply unpopular, in part for his and make Mexico pay for it. it. The window — during which perceived mishandling of Donald “The Mexican Guzman’s lawyers could have Trump’s tough rhetoric on Mexico. government decided to move filed other appeals — was a

Deputy Attorney General up the time frame because they matter of hours, so tight that the Alberto Elias Beltran said at a didn’t want Trump to be in the official acknowledged there was Thursday night news conference presidency when they sent him nervousness on both sides of the that the timing was due to a over,” said Michael Vigil, the border. court ruling, not politics. former head of international One Guzman lawyer,

“It was resolved today, operations for the U.S. Drug Jose Refugio Rodriguez, said and we under terms of the Enforcement Administration. the extradition violated due international treaty had to make “They wanted Obama to take process. He told the Radio the handover immediately,” he credit. They wanted to send a Formula station that he planned said. message to Trump that they to file a complaint with the

But many considered won’t be bullied.”

Inter-American Human Rights the timing to have been carefully Samuel Logan of the Commission. planned. business and security consulting Some Mexicans “It could be a coincidence, but I firm Southern Pulse said it also feared Guzman’s extradition think that’s unlikely,” Mexican probably involved practical to the United States, where security analyst Alejandro concerns. Guzman has escaped he will surely be kept from Hope said, noting it came the twice from Mexican prisons, communicating with underlings, last full day of Barack Obama’s and Pena Nieto has more could unleash a cartel power presidency and hours before pressing concerns on his hands struggle and more bloodshed.

Federal intervention to quell Chicago gun violence

U.S. President Donald Trump vowed on Tuesday to bring federal intervention to bear in Chicago to quell the “carnage” of gun violence plaguing America’s third-largest city unless local officials can curb the murder rate on their own.

Trump appeared to be seizing on a story published by the Chicago Tribune on Monday reporting at least 228 people shot in the city so far this year, up 5.5 percent from the same period last January, with at least 42 homicides to date, an increase of 23.5 percent.

A Chicago Police Department spokesman, Frank Giancamilli, disputed the Tribune’s numbers, saying there were 182 shootings in the city from Jan. 1 to Jan. 23, “which is exactly flat from last year.” He said homicides have numbered 38 year to date, compared with 33 for this time in 2016.

Still, the Tribune said its latest figures put the city on track to exceed last January’s 50 homicides, the most for that month in at least 16 years. Chicago’s homicide toll for 2016 as a whole reached 762 killings, the most in 20 years.

“If Chicago doesn’t fix the horrible ‘carnage’ going on, 228 shootings in 2017 with 42 killings (up 24% from 2016), I will send in the Feds!” the president said in a Twitter post.

It was not clear what Trump meant by “the Feds,” or what kind of unilateral government intervention he could order to address the issue.

Chicago Police Superintendent Eddie Johnson responded by saying he was “more than willing to work” in partnership with U.S. law enforcement and to help “boost federal prosecution rates for gun crimes in Chicago.”

Civil rights leader Rev. Jesse Jackson said in a Twitter post: “We need a plan, not a threat. We need jobs, not jails.”

Urban violence, drug trafficking and poverty were recurring themes in Trump’s campaign appearances, and he periodically has cited Chicago as an example of rising inner city crime, which ticked up nationally in 2016 after a two-decade decline.

Speaking in his inauguration address about drugs and crime that “have stolen too many lives,” Trump declared: “This American carnage stops right here and stops right now.”

Chicago, with a population of 2.7 million, posted more shootings and homicides last year than any other U.S. city, according to FBI and Chicago police data, and its murder clearance rate, a measure of solved and closed cases, is one of the country’s lowest.

On Jan. 2, Trump tweeted about Chicago’s effort to lower its murder rate, saying: “If Mayor can’t do it he must ask for Federal help!”

A spokesman for Mayor Rahm Emanuel, former chief of staff to Trump’s Democratic predecessor, Barack Obama, said then that the mayor welcomed the prospect of working with Trump and that the two men had previously spoken together on the issue.

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It’s Getting Harder for a Plane to Vanish and Not Be Found

Nearly three years after a Malaysian airliner vanished, it’s still possible, if unlikely, for a plane to disappear. But that’s changing with new satellites that will soon allow flights to be tracked in real time over oceans.

New international safety standards also begin to kick-in beginning next year, although the deadline for airlines to meet most of the standards is still four years away. Even then, it could be decades before the changes permeate the entire global airline fleet because some of the requirements apply only to newly manufactured planes.

Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 vanished from radar on March 8, 2014, while flying from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing with 239 passengers and crew on board. An exhaustive search of a remote corner of the southern Indian Ocean has failed to turn up the aircraft’s remains, and search efforts were called off this week.

“If the exact same thing happened today, I think we’d have the same result,” said William Waldock, a professor at EmbryRiddle Aeronautical University in Prescott, Arizona, and former accident investigator.

“There has been change, but we haven’t put anything physical into practice yet,” he said.

But Atholl Buchan, director of flight operations at the International Air Transport Association, which represents most international carriers, said a repeat of MH370 is “highly unlikely” since many airlines have already increased their efforts to keep tabs on planes over open ocean where they are beyond the reach of landbased radar.

“In a few years, new systems and technology, if adopted universally by (air traffic control providers), will allow for global surveillance coverage,” he said.

Among the changes in the works:

The International Civil Aviation Organization, a U.N. agency, approved a series of new global safety standards last year in response to MH370, including a requirement that airline pilots flying over ocean out of the range of radar report their position by radio every 15 minutes. Previously, they were required to report every 30 minutes.

The new requirement kicks in next year, but many airlines have already switched.

Another new standard requires new planes beginning in 2021 to be able to transmit automatic, minute-by-minute reports on their location if they’re in distress. At normal flight speeds, minute-by-

minute reports would provide plane’s surveillance technology was authorities with a search area of inexplicably shut off. a little over 100 square miles. If —Aircraft “black box” flight data reports are less frequent, the search recorders must be equipped with area grows much larger. locator beacons that last at least

However, the requirement 90 days beginning next year under doesn’t apply to existing planes. another standard. The beacon on Since airliners often have a lifespan MH370’s black box was required to of 20 years or more, it could take last only 30 days. decades before all airliners meet the But the beacons are only new requirement. helpful if searchers already know

Satellite flight tracking where to look. Because currents and services may solve much of the water temperatures can weaken the problem sooner. This week, Aireon, a signals, searchers usually have to be satellite joint venture, launched the pretty close to pick them up. first 10 satellites in what is planned ICAO approved a to be a 66-satellite constellation requirement that new aircraft that can track airliners equipped designs certified after Jan. 1, 2021, with the latest satellite surveillance have some means for retrieving a technology, known as ADS-B. plane’s flight data recorder, or the

Aireon expects to have all information contained in it, before its satellites launched by the first the recorder sinks to the ocean quarter of next year, providing 100 floor. One possibility is a deployable percent coverage of the globe. It will recorder that automatically ejects receive signals every one to eight from a plane upon impact and seconds from all equipped planes, floats to the surface. But the cost regardless of whether the airline of retrofitting older planes could be subscribes to the service. Not all prohibitive, and there is a risk that planes have ADS-B, but Aireon vice recorder could deploy accidentally. president of aviation services, Cyriel An alternative is to have Kronenburg, estimated that 90 planes automatically relay the data percent of planes on long-haul routes via satellite to ground stations, over the ocean are already equipped. eliminating the need to search for the

However, the technology box. But there are many unanswered works only if ADS-B is turned questions about security and custody on. In the case of MH370, the of the information.

Britain’s Prince William leaves job as air ambulance pilot to become full-time royal

Britain’s Prince William will give up his job as an air ambulance pilot and spend more time in London with his family to concentrate on his royal duties, Kensington Palace said in a statement on Friday.

William and his wife Kate and their two children, Prince George and Princess Charlotte, have been based in a house on his grandmother Queen Elizabeth II’s Sandringham estate in Norfolk in eastern England.

George, three, will start preschool in London this year and oneyear-old Charlotte will go to a nursery, the statement said.

The 34-year-old prince is second in line to the British throne after his father Charles.

“Following on from my time

in the military, I have had experiences in this job I will carry with me for the rest of my life, and that will add a valuable perspective to my royal work for decades to come,” William said in a statement.

William served in Britain’s armed forces from 2006 until 2013, working latterly as a search and rescue helicopter pilot. He then launched a new career as an air ambulance helicopter pilot with the East Anglia Air Ambulance near his home.

He was reportedly paid an annual salary of £40,000 (46,000 euros, $49,000), but donated it in full to charity.

His office said in a statement the prince would leave his job in the

Britain’s Prince William walks away from his helicopter as he begins his new job as a co-pilot with the East Anglian Air Ambulance (EAAA) at Cambridge Airport, Britain July 13, 2015 summer and move his wife Kate and two children from Anmer Hall, their country mansion, to Kensington

Palace, their official London residence.

But Kensington Palace said Anmer Hall in Norfolk would “continue to be their home”.

“As they have in recent years, their royal highnesses are keen to continue to increase their official work on behalf of the queen and for the charities and causes they support, which will require greater time spent in London,” the statement said.

The queen, who turned 90 last year, has cut down the number of official engagements she carries out and announced before Christmas that she would step down as patron of a number of organizations.

Those duties are being passed on to son and heir Prince Charles and other members of the royal family.

U.S. new home sales fall; weekly jobless claims rise

New U.S. single-family home sales fell to a 10-month low in December after three straight months of solid gains, but the housing market recovery remains intact as a tightening labor market boosts wage growth.

While other data on Thursday showed a bigger-than-expected increase in the number of Americans filing for unemployment benefits last week, the four-week moving average of claims dropped to levels last seen in 1973.

There was also good news on the economy with the goods trade deficit falling in December as exports rose. With trade expected to have weighed on economic growth in the fourth quarter, last month’s rise in exports bodes well for growth in early 2017.

The Commerce Department said new home sales dropped 10.4 percent to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 536,000 units last month.

Economists polled by Reuters had forecast single- at or near full employment, and pushing up wages, family home sales, which account for 8.9 percent demand for housing is likely to remain supported. of overall home sales, slipping 1.0 percent to a Economists so far see a modest impact on demand 588,000-unit rate last month. for housing from the recent run-up in mortgage

“December’s decline is probably mostly a rates, given labor market strength. result of this volatility rather than a drop in the The fixed 30-year mortgage rate increased underlying fundamentals for housing demand, 43 basis points in December from November to an despite the rise in mortgage rates,” said David average of 4.20 percent, according to data from Berson, chief economist at Nationwide in Columbus, mortgage finance firm Freddie Mac. That was the highest since April 2014.

Ohio.

New home sales, which are derived from building Further increases are likely as the Federal permits, are volatile on a month-to-month basis Reserve has forecast three rate hikes this year. The and subject to large revisions. Sales increased 12.2 U.S. central bank raised its benchmark overnight percent to 563,000 units in 2016, the highest since interest rate in December by 25 basis points to a range of 0.50 percent to 0.75 percent.

2007.

The dollar was trading higher against Last month, new single-family homes a basket of currencies, while prices for U.S. sales rose 48.4 percent in the Northeast to their government debt fell. U.S. stocks were up. highest level since January 2008. They fell in the

With the labor market considered as being Midwest, South and in the West

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Singer Madonna defends ‘blowing up the White House’ remark

Pop singer Madonna, who said in a profanity-laced speech at Saturday’s Women’s March in Washington, D.C., that she had thought about “blowing up the White House,” said on Sunday that she was speaking metaphorically.

Madonna’s speech, which was criticized on social media, led some television networks to abruptly stop their live feeds of the march, which drew hundreds of thousands of people in demonstrations across the United States to protest the election of Donald Trump as president.

“I am not a violent person,” the singer songwriter said on Instagram. “I spoke in metaphor and I shared two ways of looking at things — one was to be hopeful, and one was to feel anger and outrage, which I have personally felt.”

The 58-year-old led the crowd on Saturday in chants of, “Yes, we’re ready” to take on policies promoted by Trump, who alienated many women during the election campaign with comments’ about rivals’ attractiveness and promises to outlaw or diminish abortion rights.

Trump’s comments in a decade-old video declaring that women would allow him, as a celebrity, to kiss and grope them without their consent further outraged many women.

Actor Shia LaBeouf arrested in New York anti-Trump protest

Cast member Shia LaBeouf poses during a photocall for the film ‘’American Honey’’ in competition at the 69th Cannes Film Festival in Cannes, France, May 15, 2016

Madonna performs at the Women’s March in Washington U.S., January 21, 2017

But Madonna preceded the chants with coarse words for critics of the march.

“To our detractors that insist that this march will never add up to anything, fuck you,” the pop star said. She then repeated the expletive.

Her words drew immediate criticism on social media. On Youtube, where the speech was posted live and in recorded formats, several users called the singer “evil.”

Others expressed outrage over her comment that she had thought about blowing up the White House. On Twitter,

Rapper Soulja Boy charged with possessing assault rifle, stolen property

Rapper Soulja Boy

Rapper Soulja Boy was charged on Monday with possessing an assault weapon and receiving stolen property following a December raid at his Hollywood home by police, Los Angeles prosecutors said.

The rapper, whose real name is DeAndre Cortez Way, was also charged with being in possession of a firearm while on probation, according to the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office.

He faces up to four years in prison if convicted on all of the charges at trial.

Prosecutors say Way was arrested at his home on Dec. 15 after police found him in possession of a Mini Draco AR-15 assault weapon and a Glock handgun.

One of the firearms had been stolen from a Huntington Beach police vehicle, the district attorney’s office said.

some users demanded that she be investigated for making terrorist threats.

Turnout for Saturday’s march was unprecedented, as organizers took credit for mobilizing 5 million marchers worldwide.

Official crowd estimates for the Washington centerpiece of the demonstration were not available, but turnout in the nation’s capital clearly exceeded the 200,000 projected in advance by organizers, filling long stretches of downtown Washington around the White House and the National Mall.

Actor Shia LaBeouf was arrested early on Thursday after a scuffle outside a New York museum where he was chanting “He will not divide us” during a live-streamed protest against President Donald Trump, police said.

The “Transformers” and “American Honey” star allegedly pulled a 25-year-old man’s scarf, scratched his face and shoved him at about 12:30 a.m. EST outside the Museum of the Moving Image in the borough of Queens, a police spokesman said.

The cause of the altercation was unknown. The 30-year-old actor was chanting “He will not divide us” into a live-stream camera mounted on a wall when the incident took place.

LaBeouf and two other artists began the protest on Jan. 20, the day that Trump, a Republican, was inaugurated as the 45th president of the United States. They have invited the public to repeat the words into the camera nonstop for the next four years in a “participatory performance,” according to their website.

LaBeouf was released after being charged with misdemeanor assault and harassment, the police spokesman said. He is scheduled to appear in court on April 4.

Representatives for LaBeouf did immediately respond to a request for comment.

Paul McCartney sues Sony/ATV for Beatles music rights

Musician Paul McCartney waves as he takes the stage to perform at the Desert Trip music festival at Empire Polo Club in Indio, California, U.S., October 8, 2016.

Former Beatle Paul grew into the world’s biggest song McCartney sued Sony Corp’s publisher.

His estate sold off its music publishing arm on Wednesday in federal court in stake in Sony/ATV, including the New York, seeking to reclaim Beatles collection, to Sony Corp copyrights to 267 Beatles songs for $750 million in 2016, seven that pop star Michael Jackson years after Jackson’s fatal 2009 acquired two decades before his drug overdose from the powerful death. anesthetic propfol.

According to his lawsuit,

Jackson famously outbid McCartney for publishing rights McCartney put Sony/ATV Music to the songs in 1985, paying $47.5 Publishing on notice as early as million to obtain the collection October 2008 that he wished to as part of a much larger trove of reclaim rights to the dozens of some 4,000 pop music tunes from songs he co-wrote with the late Australian businessman Robert fellow ex-Beatle John Lennon from September 1962 to June Holmes a Court.

he Beatles songs and 1971. Those songs form the bulk rest of the ATV collection were of the Beatles catalog. then rolled into a joint venture The suit claims Sony/ATV Jackson formed in 1995 with his has so far failed to acknowledge Sony-based label, creating Sony/ the composer’s rights to ATV Music Publishing, which terminate copyright transfers of

that music, including such hits as “All You Need is Love” and “I Want to Hold Your Hand,” under the U.S. Copyright Act.

“Because the earliest of Paul McCartney’s terminations will take effect in 2018, a judicial declaration is necessary and appropriate at this time so that Paul McCartney can rely on quiet, unclouded title to his rights,” the suit said.

Sony/ATV Music Publishing called the lawsuit “unnecessary and premature” in an emailed statement.

“Sony/ATV has the highest respect for Sir Paul McCartney, with whom we have enjoyed a long and mutually rewarding relationship with respect to the treasured Lennon & McCartney song catalog,” Sony/ ATV said.

The lawsuit said Sony/ ATV attempted to stall talks with McCartney until the conclusion of a separate lawsuit involving similar claims by British pop band Duran Duran in an English court. Duran Duran lost the legal battle to a Sony/ATV subsidiary in December.

The suit is seeking a declaration from the court that McCartney can reclaim his copyright interests in the songs, as well as attorneys’ fees.

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Madoff victims cannot sidestep $7.2 billion settlement

A federal judge has blocked litigation that the trustee liquidating Bernard Madoff ’s firm said could undermine a $7.2 billion settlement meant to benefit the Ponzi schemer’s former customers.

In a decision made public on Wednesday, U.S. District Judge Gregory Woods in Manhattan said A&G Goldman Partnership and Pamela Goldman cannot pursue a Florida lawsuit to recover $11 billion from the estate of Jeffry Picower, who they say helped perpetuate Madoff ’s fraud.

The decision is a victory for Irving Picard, the trustee liquidating Bernard L. Madoff Investment Securities LLC, whose settlement with Picower’s estate is the largest since Madoff ’s fraud was uncovered in December 2008.

Picard also won a permanent injunction in 2011 barring competing claims against the estate.

Picower died in October 2009.

In court papers, Picard said letting the Goldman plaintiffs sue Picower’s estate to recoup some $11 billion of customer losses, on top of the $7.2 billion, would create a “shadow” bankruptcy estate and undermine his authority to settle claims.

But the Goldman plaintiffs said they were entitled to sue because their claims differed from Picard’s.

They said these included how Picower “propped up” Madoff ’s fraud with $200 million of loans, and agreed to serve in trading records as a fake counterparty on options trades.

Woods, however, said U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Stuart Bernstein last February correctly found no proof that Picower’s alleged wrongdoing was aimed at any particular Madoff customers.

Microsoft to continue to invest over $1 billion a year on cyber security

U.S. software firm Microsoft Corp will continue to invest over $1 billion annually on cyber security research and development in the coming years, a senior executive said.

This amount does not include acquisitions Microsoft may make in the sector, Bharat Shah, Microsoft vice president of security, told Reuters on the sidelines of the firm’s BlueHat cyber security conference in Tel Aviv.

“As more and more people use cloud, that spending has to go up,” Shah said.

While the number of attempted cyber attacks was 20,000 a week two or three years ago, that figure had now risen to 600,000-700,000, according to Microsoft data.

Long known for its Windows software, Microsoft has shifted focus to the cloud where it is dueling with larger rival Amazon.com to control the still fledgling market.

In October it said quarterly sales from its flagship cloud product Azure, which businesses can use to host their websites, apps or data, rose 116 percent.

In addition to its internal security investments, Microsoft has bought three security firms, all in Israel, in a little over two years: enterprise security startup Aorato, cloud security firm Adallom, and Secure Islands, whose data and file protection technology has been integrated into cloud service Azure Information Protection.

Financial details of these deals were not disclosed.

“If you are talking about an ecosystem with more than 400 start-ups it’s not really a coincidence. Israel is huge in security,” said Secure Islands founder Yuval Eldar.

Microsoft’s venture arm has also made three cyber security investments in

Israel, including this week an undisclosed amount in Illusive Networks, which uses deception technology to detect attacks and has been installed at banks and retailers.

Earlier this month Microsoft said it invested in Israel’s Team8, which created Illusive Networks.

Though Microsoft does not have any near-term plans to implement deception technology, “we look at lots of different technologies that might be of use in the future,” Shah said.

Shah believes that in the next year or so progress should be made in moving toward broader implementation of user authentication without need for a password.

Microsoft’s Windows 10 operating system includes Windows Hello, which allows users to scan their face, iris or fingerprints to verify their identity and sign in.

Apple files $1 billion lawsuit against chip supplier Qualcomm

Apple Inc filed a $1 billion lawsuit against supplier Qualcomm Inc on Friday, days after the U.S. government accused the chip maker of resorting to anticompetitive tactics to maintain a monopoly over key semiconductors in mobile phones.

Qualcomm is a major supplier to both Apple and Samsung Electronics Co Ltd for “modem” chips that connect phones to wireless networks. The two companies together accounted for 40 percent of Qualcomm’s $23.5 billion in revenue in its most recent fiscal year.

In the lawsuit filed in U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California, Apple accused Qualcomm of overcharging for chips and refusing to pay some $1 billion in promised rebates. Apple said in its complaint that Qualcomm withheld the rebates because of Apple’s discussions with South Korea’s antitrust regulator, the Korea Fair Trade Commission.

“If that were not enough, Qualcomm then attempted to extort Apple into changing its responses and providing false information to the KFTC in exchange for Qualcomm’s release of those payments to Apple.

Apple refused,” Apple said in its lawsuit.

In a statement, Qualcomm General Counsel Don Rosenberg called Apple’s claims “baseless.”

“Apple has been actively encouraging regulatory attacks on Qualcomm’s business in various jurisdictions around the world, as reflected in the recent KFTC decision and FTC complaint, by

misrepresenting facts and withholding information,” Rosenberg said in the statement.

“We welcome the opportunity to have these meritless claims heard in court where we will be entitled to full discovery of Apple’s practices and a robust examination of the merits.”

Qualcomm’s stock closed 2.4 percent lower at $62.88 on the news.

Qualcomm has patents for chips which include standard essential patents, a term used to describe technology that is required to be licensed broadly and on “reasonable” terms.

In its lawsuit, Apple accused Qualcomm of refusing to license the technology to other manufacturers to prevent them from making the chips.

It also accused Qualcomm of selling chips while requiring Apple to pay a separate licensing fee for the same chips, in a “no license, no chip” People lined up at an Apple Store policy.

In addition, Qualcomm dominant position as a supplier pressured network carriers to not sell of certain phone chips to impose or support Apple devices made with “onerous” supply and licensing Intel chipsets Apple said. terms on cellphone manufacturers.

The KFTC fined Qualcomm Qualcomm said it would contest the $854 million in December for what FTC complaint. it called unfair patent licensing Qualcomm was the sole practices. supplier of modem chips for Apple’s

In February 2015, Qualcomm phones until the release of the iPhone paid a $975 million fine in China, 7 in September. Intel Corp supplied while the European Union in about half of the modem chips for the December 2015 accused it of abusing newest models, said Stacy Rasgon, a its market power to thwart rivals. senior analyst at Bernstein Research.

On Tuesday, the U.S. Federal Intel’s shares closed up 1 percent at Trade Commission filed a lawsuit $36.94 after the Qualcomm suit was against Qualcomm, saying the San announced.

Diego-based company used its

Apple made the move around

the same time that Samsung, which had switched to using its own internal chips for its Galaxy S6 phones, returned to Qualcomm for the Galaxy S7.

Qualcomm “has been able to manage through (the Apple contract loss) pretty well because they got back Samsung at the same time,” Rasgon said.

Apple is known for seeking multiple suppliers to keep prices down, said Jim Morrison, vice president of technical intelligence for TechInsights, which tears down devices to analyze their parts.

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Samsung says batteries caused Note 7 fires, may delay new phone launch

Samsung Electronics Co Ltd indicated on Monday that its latest flagship Galaxy S smartphone could be delayed as it pledged to enhance product safety following an investigation into the cause of fires in its premium Note 7 devices.

Wrapping up its months-long probe, the world’s top smartphone maker said faulty batteries from two suppliers were to blame for a product failure that wiped $5.3 billion off its operating profit.

Samsung mobile chief Koh Dong-jin said procedures had been put in place to avoid a repeat of the fires as the South Korean firm prepares to launch the Galaxy S8, its first premium handset since the Note 7’s demise.

“The lessons of this incident are deeply reflected in our culture and process,” Koh told reporters at a press briefing. “Samsung Electronics will be working hard to regain consumer trust.”

Koh said the Galaxy S8 would not be unveiled at the Mobile World Congress trade show in Barcelona beginning Feb. 27, the traditional forum for Galaxy S series launches. He did not comment on when the company planned to launch the handset, though analysts expect it to start selling by April.

Investors have said Samsung needs to reassure consumers that it is on top of the Note 7 problem and can be trusted to fix it.

Samsung’s reputation took a hammering after it announced a recall of fire-prone Note 7s, only for reports to emerge that replacement devices also caught fire. Images of melted

when it launched the Note 7.

“The current situation is not largely different from that of the first recall, when Samsung pointed the finger at battery defects,” said Park Chul-wan, a former director of the Centre for Advanced Batteries at the Korea Electronics Technology Institute.

BATTERY CHECKS

A flag bearing the logo of Samsung Electronics is pictured at its headquarters in Seoul, South Korea, November 29, 2016 Samsung devices spread on social two suppliers, featured different media and airlines banned travellers manufacturing defects or design flaws from carrying them on flights. that caused them to short-circuit.

The handset, Samsung’s “The odds that two different suppliers answer to Apple Inc’s iPhones, was had issue with the same phone is withdrawn from sale in October less an extremely low likelihood and than two months after its launch, in may signal we have reached an one of the biggest failures in tech inflection point in smartphone battery history. technology,” said Patrick Moorhead,

Samsung said later on president of technology analyst Monday it has not decided whether to and advisory firm Moor Insights & reuse parts in the recovered Note 7s Strategy. or resell any recalled phones. A person Samsung did not name the familiar with the matter told Reuters suppliers on Monday but previously reselling some Note 7s as refurbished identified them as affiliate Samsung phones was an option.

SDI Co Ltd and China’s Amperex

The firm said it has recovered Technology Ltd (ATL). SDI said 96 percent of the 3.06 million Note 7s separately it would invest 150 billion sold to consumers. won ($129 million) to improve product safety and expected to continue SHORT CIRCUITS supplying batteries for Samsung phones. ATL declined to comment.

Investigations by internal and Samsung said it accepted independent experts ruled out responsibility and would not take problems with the Note 7’s hardware legal action against suppliers. The and software. Instead, they said the company touted longer battery life and batteries, which came from fast charging as major improvements

Among other measures to boost safety, Samsung said it had implemented an eight-point battery check system to avoid any such problems going unnoticed again.

While Samsung’s mobile division is widely expected to have bounced back from the Note 7 failure during the fourth quarter, experts remained cautious about the outlook for sales of future flagship devices.

“Consumers will accept the results (of the probe) only if there are no problems with the S8,” said Park.

Moorhead, however, said he thought Samsung had done enough to convince consumers that it can prevent future issues.

Samsung Electronics shares ended up 2.3 percent in a flat wider market. Analysts said the rise was mainly due to a healthy outlook for makers of tech components such as memory chips but also boosted by hopes the firm will be able to put the Note 7 fiasco behind it.

The firm expects fourthquarter operating profit to hit a more than three-year high when it reports earnings on Tuesday, driven by booming chip sales.

U.S. blocks health insurer Aetna’s $34 billion Humana acquisition

A U.S. judge blocked on Monday health insurer Aetna Inc’s proposed $34 billion acquisition of smaller peer Humana Inc, raising the stakes for rival Anthem Inc as it battles to close a $54 billion deal to buy Cigna Corp.

The ruling is another victory for the U.S. Justice Department, whose antitrust enforcement became much more aggressive during former U.S. President Barack Obama’s eight years in office, which ended last week.

Obama’s successor, Donald needed to consolidate to cope Trump, and a Republican- with the costs of expanding controlled legislature are coverage. Their shares ended seeking to undo much of trading on Monday at levels the Affordable Care Act, that suggested that investors better known as Obamacare. continued to see little chance The law reshaped the U.S. that the two mergers would healthcare industry by happen.

The U.S. Justice mandating health insurance and creating online Department filed a lawsuit exchanges where consumers last July to block Aetna’s can shop for individual acquisition of Humana and policies and get subsidies.

Anthem’s acquisition of Aetna, Humana, Cigna, arguing that the two Anthem and Cigna had cited deals would lead to higher Obamacare as one of the prices. main reasons their industry Anthem and Cigna

are still waiting for a judge to rule on whether their merger can proceed. Investors have long been skeptical that this deal can be approved, and Leerink Research analyst Ana Gupte reiterated on Monday that she expected to also see this deal blocked.

In his ruling, Judge John Bates of the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia said the proposed deal would “substantially lessen competition” in the sale of Medicare Advantage plans in 364 counties in

21 states that the Justice Department had identified in its complaint, and on the Obamacare exchange in three Florida counties.

“We’re reviewing the opinion now and giving serious consideration to an appeal after putting forward a compelling case,” Aetna spokesman T.J. Crawford said. Humana did not respond to a request for comment.

Humana stands to receive a $1 billion breakup fee from Aetna should the deal be abandoned.

Sprint to buy a third of Jay Z’s music streaming service Tidal

U.S. wireless carrier Sprint Corp said on Monday it would buy 33 percent of Tidal, a music streaming service owned by rapper Jay Z, marking a move to more content driven services in a highly competitive wireless market.

Sprint paid $200 million for the stake, and Jay Z and each of the company’s two dozen artist-owners will remain part owners, according to a person familiar with the deal.

Sprint shares rose 3.4 percent to $9.23 in midday

trading on the New York Stock toward their data use. Last year, it expanded the list, adding Exchange.

The deal would make Amazon Music and ESPN Radio exclusive content from Tidal among others.

Tidal calls itself an available to Sprint’s 45 million retail customers. Sprint Chief “artist-owned” service backed Executive Marcelo Claure will by Kanye West, Jay Z’s wife Beyoncé and Madonna among join Tidal’s board.

The partnership comes others, and is available in more as wireless carriers try to than 52 countries. capitalize on the popularity of Jay Z bought Tidal for music streaming services. In roughly $56 million in 2015.

2014, rival T-Mobile US said it Apple Inc was in talks to buy would allow customers to listen Tidal to boost its Apple Music to services like Spotify and service, according to a Wall Pandora without it counting Street Journal report in June.

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WICB selector says dispute needs settling for Bravo to be picked

Bolt loses 2008 Olympic relay gold in teammate’s doping case

Darren Bravo has been out of action since the third Test against Pakistan at Sharjah

Darren Bravo will not be considered for West Indies selection until he settles an ongoing dispute with the West Indies Cricket Board according to Courtney Browne, the West Indies’ chairman of selectors. Bravo, 27, was forced to return home from Harare on the eve of the November tri-series in Zimbabwe after the WICB cancelled his match contract reacting to his criticism of board president Dave Cameron.

Bravo, who declined a WICB central contract, was also not picked in the Trinidad & Tobago squad for the Regional Super50, the domestic limited-overs tournament that got underway on Tuesday. Bravo recently had a Skype meeting with WICB officials, but details of the meeting have not been made public.

In the current circumstances, Browne said that Bravo could not be selected despite being “one of our better players”. West Indies’ next international assignment is a three-match ODI series at home against England in early March followed by a full series against Pakistan beginning on March 31 in Trinidad & Tobago.

“At this stage all I know is there is supposed to have been some discussion between Darren’s team and WICB,” Browne told Line and Length Network, a Barbados-based TV station.

“Until that is settled, I don’t think there will be much going on in terms of Darren playing cricket.

He is a talented young man, one of our better players. Obviously it was sad to lose him but at times these things happen, you just need to deal with it and see how you can get him back on the field playing cricket.”

Former West Indies wicketkeeper Browne, who took over as chairman of selectors last June, said that his panel will be monitoring the performances of players over a period of time.

He said tournaments like the Regional Super50 were very important as the selectors were looking towards building a squad keeping the 2019 World Cup in mind.

Browne said the key for young West Indies players, which formed the bulk of the ODI team that played in the tri-series in Zimbabwe, was to gain as much experience as possible and the Regional Super50 offered just that.

“This [Regional Super50] is going to be very important for us,” Browne said. “Coming after the Zimbabwe tri-series, we saw some good signs there. Obviously we have a young team. Our captain Jason Holder has played around 50 ODIs, while the others have played 20-22, quite a few are below 10 ODIs.

“It’s a young ODI team for us. So we are looking forward to the Super50 to see the incumbents continue to do the good work, and then those other players who are challenging for a place. We have a lot of ODI cricket coming up this year. We’re building up towards the World Cup. So all the players coming in to get runs, wickets can show us they have the attitude not just to be part of the team, but the kind of attitude that makes West Indies people proud.”

Browne also pointed out the selectors would not consider age as a deterrent. Consistency was what they were after.

Jamaica’s Usain Bolt Celebrates Winning the Men’s 200m Final at the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games L A U S A N N E , Switzerland -- Usain Bolt has lost one of his nine Olympic gold medals in a doping case involving teammate Nesta Carter.

The IOC said Wednesday that Carter tested positive for methylhexaneamine, a banned stimulant, in re-analysis of samples from the 2008 Beijing Olympics.

Carter and Bolt were teammates on the winning 4x100-meter relay team, which also included Michael Frater and Asafa Powell.

“The Jamaican team is disqualified,” the IOC said in a statement. “... the corresponding medals, medalist pins and diplomas are withdrawn and

shall be returned.”

The relay title in Beijing completed the first of Bolt’s three gold medal sweeps in the 100, 200 and relay at three straight Olympics.

Trinidad and Tobago is in line to get the gold medal from 2008, Japan could be upgraded to silver, and fourth-place finisher Brazil could get the bronze medal.

Carter testified by videoconference to an IOC disciplinary hearing held in Lausanne on Oct. 17.

The IOC’s ruling states that Carter noted he was taking supplements in 2008 “advised in this respect by his coach, Mr. Stephen Francis.”

“The athlete explained

that he had given several samples for doping controls whilst he was taking Cell Tech and Nitro Tech before the 2008 Olympic Games and he had never tested positive for a prohibited substance,” the detailed verdict stated.

“He therefore did not believe that these supplements could contain prohibited substances.

He did not understand how methylhexaneamine could have been found in 2016.”

T h o u g h methylhexaneamine was not specifically named on the 2008 list of prohibited substances, it “fell within the scope of the general prohibition of stimulants having a similar chemical structure or similar biological effect as the listed stimulants,” the three-member IOC panel wrote.

Carter can appeal the sanction to the Court of Arbitration for Sport. However, the IOC panel already anticipated one challenge in its written verdict.

“The Court of Arbitration for Sport (“CAS”) has confirmed that the presence or use of substances falling within the scope of generic definitions of the prohibited list, can be used as a basis of establishing anti-doping rules violations,” the verdict said.

Anti-doping tribunal’s verdict on Russell expected on January 31

The anti-doping tribunal hearing West Indies allrounder Andre Russell’s case is set to deliver its verdict on January 31. The independent tribunal is looking into whether he breached the World Anti-doping Agency (WADA) code by being negligent about filing his whereabouts three times between January and July 2015. If found guilty, Russell faces the danger of being banned for two years. According to the WADA code, if an athlete misses three tests in a 12-month period, it amounts to a failed dope test.

The charge was pressed by the Jamaica Anti-Doping Commission (JADCO) last March. JADCO said Russell had been negligent about filing his whereabouts despite several reminders over phone, email and through written letters.

Still Russell failed to file his whereabouts on January 1, July 1 and July 25, 2015.

In his defence, Russell

Andre Russell has continued to play while awaiting a verdict from the JADCO tribunal told the tribunal that he had not tvarious T20 franchises waiting been properly trained to file the in anticipation. Although not whereabouts. And considering he contracted with the West Indies was busy fulfilling various cricket Cricket Board, Russell is one commitments he had authorised the most valuable players in his agent and travel agent to file the various Twenty20 domestic leagues across the world. his whereabouts on his behalf.

The three-member Kolkata Knight Riders (IPL), tribunal comprising Hugh Sydney Thunder (Big Bash Faulkner, Dr Marjorie Vassell League), Islamabad United and Dixeth Palmer, a former (PSL), Nottinghamshire Outlaws Jamaica cricketer, was due to (NatWest T20 Blast) and Jamaica deliver the verdict in December. Tallawahs (Caribbean Premier But no reasons were offered by League) are some of the teams he the tribunal in public behind the has represented, and he has been the most valuable player for more delay.

The delayed verdict has than one team and tournament. kept not just Russell, but also

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SPORTS Patriots beat Steelers, set up Super Bowl versus Falcons

The New England Patriots scored the first 19 points of the second half to turn a tight contest into a romp as they beat the Pittsburgh Steelers 36-17 on Sunday to set up a Super Bowl clash against the high-scoring Atlanta Falcons.

The American Football Conference (AFC) Championship triumph propelled the Patriots to a record ninth trip to the Super Bowl, while Atlanta walloped the Green Bay Packers 4421 in the NFC Championship game earlier on Sunday to earn a shot at their first league title in their Super showdown in Houston on Feb. 5.

Victory was extra sweet for the Patriots and Brady, who was suspended by the NFL for the first four games of the season for his role in the controversial underinflation of balls in the AFC title game two years ago that came to be known as Deflategate.

New England began the season 3-1 before Brady rejoined them and took them to a 14-2 regular season record and a winning streak that has now reached nine games.

Brady, who completed 32 of 42 passes for 384 yards and three touchdowns, avoided saying he felt extra motivation after accepting a suspension he did not feel he deserved.

“This is my motivation right here, all these fellows right here in front of me.

That’s why we’re here,” Brady said at the trophy presentation as he gestured toward his teammates.

“We’ll see if we can write the perfect ending in a couple of weeks. It’s going to take a big effort. We’re playing a great team, but it’s going to be a hell of a game.”

The Steelers, who were also vying to become the first team to make a ninth Super Bowl appearance, stopped the Patriots’ running attack, but had a hard time

containing Brady and his stable of receivers, most notably Chris Hogan.

Playing in his 11th conference title game, Brady spread the field with his receivers and time and again found Hogan, hitting him with first-half scoring strikes of 34 and 16 yards as New England took a 17-9 lead at intermission.

The long TD catch

by Hogan came on a trick play known as a flea flicker.

Brady handed off to running back Dion Lewis, who ran forward before tossing the ball back to Brady, who lofted the touchdown pass to a wide open Hogan in the end zone.

P i t t s b u r g h quarterback Ben Roethlisberger gained yards in shorter chunks but had trouble getting the Steelers into the end zone against a New England defense and stellar secondary that led the NFL in fewest points allowed during the regular season.

Patriots open as Super Bowl favorites over Falcons

The New England Patriots are the favorites to win Super Bowl LI.

The Westgate Las Vegas SuperBook has installed the Patriots as 3-point favorites over the Atlanta Falcons.

The favorite has won 32 of 50 Super Bowls.

The total was set at 58, making it the highest over/under in Super Bowl history.

New England reached the Super Bowl for the ninth time in franchise history with a 36-17 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday in the AFC Championship Game.

Atlanta advanced to the franchise’s second Super Bowl with an impressive 44-21 win over the Green Bay Packers on Sunday in the NFC Championship Game.

The Falcons began the season as 100-1 long shots to win the Super Bowl and could be found at 150-1 in mid-September after opening with a home loss to Tampa Bay. William Hill’s Nevada sportsbook took 184 bets on Atlanta

to win the Super Bowl at odds of 100-1 or greater, according to vice president of marketing Michael Grodsky.

The Patriots began the season at around 5-1 and remained the consensus Super Bowl favorites throughout the season.

MGM’s race and sportsbook said it had taken approximately 5,800 bets on the Patriots to win the Super Bowl, and 1,800 bets on the Falcons to win the Super Bowl.

There was four times as much money on New England as was wagered on Atlanta in the Super Bowl futures odds, MGM vice president of race and sports Jay Rood said.

“We’ll have a pretty good position to book from for the Super Bowl,” Rood told ESPN on Sunday night. “We’ll be able to accommodate some pretty big bets.”

Since Nevada Gaming Control began tracking wagering on the Super Bowl in 1991, the state’s regulated sportsbooks have come out ahead in 24 of 26 games. The books are up a net $162.7 million on the Super Bowl during that span.

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) reacts against the Pittsburgh Steelers

The vaunted running in partnership with Brady, game of the Steelers produced looking for a fifth Super Bowl only 54 yards, slowed when ring.

Le’Veon Bell was sidelined “Great players. It’s all in the second quarter with a about the players,” Belichick groin injury. said at the trophy ceremony.

R o e t h l i s b e r g e r “They work hard, they’re completed 31 of 47 for 314 unselfish and they’re tough. yards, one touchdown and one “The players played interception. hard, they played smart. We

The usually taciturn took care of the ball, played Patriots head coach Bill good defense and to hold that Belichick was enthused to be team to nine points for 50 going to his seventh Super minutes is pretty good.”

Once mighty LA Lakers endure biggest loss in franchise history

Dallas Maverick Pierre Jackson (55) guards Los Angeles Laker Jordan Clarkson

The Dallas Mavericks have quarter, an advantage that was blitzed Los Angeles in the second insurmountable for the short-handed quarter and handed the Lakers the Lakers. worst loss in franchise history, 122- Los Angeles dropped to 3-11 this season when playing without 73.

“We have teaching points, starting point guard D’Angelo but what I say to them behind those Russell, who sustained knee and calf doors, that is between us,” Lakers injuries in Los Angeles’ win over the coach Luke Walton said. “I think Indiana Pacers on Friday.

The Lakers were a brutal 13they understand and would agree and would feel inside the same way of-37 from the floor - including 2-ofthat I feel.”

16 from beyond the arc - in the first

It was the Mavericks’ half and committed nine turnovers. largest margin of victory and 13th Dallas outrebounded Los Angeles 28consecutive win against the Lakers. 15 before the break, including 8-2 on Dallas missed its first 50-point the offensive glass. victory since a win over Philadelphia The Lakers put up little resistance in the third quarter as on Nov. 13, 2014.

The Mavericks, whose 15-29 Dallas grew its lead to 37 points.

The margin hit 40 points record is better than the marks of just four NBA teams, including the for the first time at 99-59 with just Lakers (16-32), snapped to a two- under 10 minutes to go in the fourth game losing streak. quarter. The biggest lead was 53

The Dallas lead reached points as the Mavericks nearly as high as 34 points in the second doubled the Lakers’ scoring.

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Two Premiership rugby union players test positive for cocaine use

Two Premiership players “We have tested a great deal tested positive for recreational drug in the Premiership consistently for use last season, the Rugby Football over 10 years, with no violations,” he said.

Union (RFU) has confirmed.

“In terms of the amateur

The unnamed players returned samples showing out-of- game, there’s certainly work to be done in terms of education, especially competition cocaine use.

However, the latest RFU in terms of the lower levels.”

Watkins feels rugby union annual anti-doping report revealed there were only four violations for in England is at the cutting edge of performance-enhancing drugs - all at anti-doping testing, despite fears some substances - such as the use of amateur level.

“It’s an extremely low number Human Growth Hormone (HGH) - are of positive cases,” said RFU anti- notoriously difficult to detect. doping manager Stephen Watkins.

“We utilise all the latest

“That’s not to say it’s not techniques: we operate the biological there, but if you compare those stats passport, there is blood and urine with wider general society, it’s an testing, in and out of competition,” he incredibly low number of players who added. have been detected.”

“We go to players’ homes

The RFU insists it is “doing regularly, we obviously have regular everything it can” to detect doping in intelligence meetings with other sports, with World Rugby and UK the professional game.

Although only around a third of top- Anti-Doping (Ukad).

“I would say we operate at flight players were tested as part of the RFU programme, Watkins is the sharp end here. We obviously confident in the process. can’t rest on our laurels, we can’t

Livid LeBron sounds off after Cavs’ loss

LeBron James

LeBron James is growing could not help but point out the rosters increasingly frustrated with his team’s of some of the NBA’s top contenders, performance the last three weeks and namely the Golden State Warriors and is calling on the Cleveland Cavaliers’ San Antonio Spurs. front office to step in and bolster parts “For the most part, all of the reigning NBA champions’ roster. championship contending teams have

After Cleveland suffered their got guys that are ready to step in,” fifth loss in seven games on Monday James said. “Knock on wood, what if the four-times NBA Most Valuable Ky goes down? For two weeks. Let’s Player launched into an expletive- say two. What if I went down for three filled rant suggesting the Cavaliers weeks?” organization was not doing their part.

Part of the Cavs’ lack of depth

“We’re not better than last is a result of bad luck with Chris year, from a personnel standpoint Andersen out for the season with an ... we’re a top-heavy team,” James ACL tear, starting guard J.R. Smith said, according to the Akron Beacon out three months with a thumb injury Journal. “I just hope that we’re not suffered last month and former Allsatisfied as an organization.”

Star point guard Mo Williams abruptly

Since Cleveland won their retiring before the season started. maiden NBA title last year to snap James, who has voiced his the city’s 52-year professional sports concerns about the roster to the team’s championship drought the Cavaliers general manager, admitted that the have made only minor changes, with urgency in beefing up the Cavaliers’ the recent acquisition of former All- bench has a lot to do with the stage of Star Kyle Korver from Atlanta the his career. most notable trade.

“I’ll be 33 in the winter and I ain’t got

The Cavaliers (30-13) lead the time to waste. That’s what I’m talking Eastern Conference by 2-1/2 games about,” said James. but James stressed the need for a “When I feel like physically backup point guard or playmaker and mentally, me personally, can’t to help lessen the load he and Kyrie compete for a championship no more Irving in particular carry. or I feel like I can’t do it, then I won’t

James, who posted a triple- have this problem. double in Monday’s 124-122 loss to “But until that happens, and a New Orleans (18-27) team playing it don’t seem like no time soon ...” he without leading scorer Anthony Davis, continued before trailing off.

allow ourselves to be complacent in this area. I would say we are doing everything we can. It’s a very tough arena this, [and] given some of the other sports’ issues with sophisticated doping it’s not something we can take too lightly.

“Every sport out there will be looking to use the latest and most sophisticated techniques to detect drug use. But if you look at our stats and World Rugby stats, I think as a sport we stand up pretty well.”

Success of illicit drugs programme

The illicit drugs programme was introduced following the Bath cocaine scandal in 2009, when four players were subsequently banned.

“We feel very confident those issues don’t exist in the Premiership any longer. While we can never rule it out, we feel pretty confident we don’t have some of the issues which maybe occurred in the past,” Watkins said.

Phil Winstanley, rugby director at Premiership Rugby, added: “We had one big problem at

Bath and that was a catalyst for this programme,”

“This is slightly different to the anti-doping programme. Unless it’s being used in competition, cocaine isn’t a performance-enhancing drug.

Clearly we don’t want it in our sport, and what’s why we are doing the programme.”

The players who have tested positive have been fined, but the RFU will not reveal their identity when it is a first offence. A second positive test will lead to a ban.

“All the violations have been one-off occasions, [the player] has received treatment and education, and that’s followed up with monitoring tests,” said Watkins.

A total of 386 illicit drugs tests were conducted across the Premiership last season.

“That would cover off around half of the players,” Winstanley added. “So if we did have a problem we would be identifying drug-takers on a regular basis, and we are not.”

Superb England dominate India in T20

An impressive England bowling display laid the foundation for a comfortable seven-wicket victory over India in the first Twenty20 international.

Expertly varying pace and length, England restricted India to 147-7, off-spinner Moeen Ali’s 2-21 the standout.

Sam Billings took 20 from the second over of England’s reply, with Eoin Morgan (51) and Joe Root (46 not out) completing the chase in 18.1 overs.

The second of the three T20 matches is in Nagpur on Sunday.

England will look to wrap up the series after putting in their best performance of a tour that saw them heavily beaten in the Tests and squeezed out in the one-day internationals.

The home side rested spin-bowling tormentors Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja, but even their presence would have been unlikely to derail an England side that won their first T20 match in India since an agonising defeat in the final of the 2016 World T20.

Was England’s bowling which was found wanting in what turned out to be the highest-scoring three-match ODI series of all time.

But in Kanpur they learned quickly after initially bowling too full, pace quartet Tymal Mills, Chris Jordan, Liam Plunkett and Ben Stokes mixing back-of-a-length with changes of pace.

Moeen also went through his repertoire, conceding only one boundary and having the incredibly dangerous Virat Kohli

superbly held at mid-wicket by Morgan from his first delivery.

KL Rahul, Yuvraj Singh and Hardik Pandya fell to the short ball, the latter giving pacy left-arm T20 specialist Mills his first international wicket.

India found the boundary only three times between the 10th and 19th overs and it was left to former captain MS Dhoni, who took 12 from the final over, to add some respectability.

Still, the hosts seemed at least 20 below par on a good pitch, with England so in control that leg-spinner Adil Rashid was not called on to bowl.

Any suggestion that India would find a way back was snuffed out by Billings, opening in place of the injured Alex Hales.

Jasprit Bumrah was battered for three fours and a ramped six as England’s chase began with a sprint.

A slight wobble came when Jason Roy, who himself hit two sixes, and Billings were both bowled in the same over by leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal.

But, with the required rate under control, Root and Morgan were afforded time to rebuild with pressure-free accumulation.

In between taking the singles on offer, Morgan lofted four sixes over the leg side before holing out to long-off from offspinner Parvez Rasool one ball after reaching an eighth T20 half-century.

That ended a stand of 83 with Root, who was joined

by Stokes and survived being bowled off a Bumrah no-ball to accelerate England home.

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