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NEW FISH FRY CANCELLED
by Hayden Boyce Publisher & Editor-in-Chief
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he Turks and Caicos Islands Government has cancelled the contract for construction of the new fish fry complex across from Beaches Resort and Spa. Reliable sources told The SUN that the contractors were recently given notice of the cancellation and offered compensation. It is understood that meetings have been set for this week to flesh out the details of the settlement. Up to the writing of this report, no one from TCIG was available for comment. Last year, Beaches filed an objection to the project in the Supreme Court through the law firm Griffiths and Partners, but there was never a hearing on the matter. It is understood that taxi drivers had also raised objections to the fish fry facility being built on the new site because its close proximity to the hotels in Grace Bay tourist belt would have adversely affected their profits. The proposed complex would have been built on a three-acre plot of land near the Key West Village and Italian Village that are part of the sprawling Beaches hotel. The contract for design and construction of the state-of-the-art facility was been awarded to a group of young local businessmen. Beaches, which is owned by hotel magnate Gordon “Butch” Stewart, had objected to the construction on the grounds that the development agreement which it has with the Turks and Caicos Islands Government prohibits permission being granted for vending in the area. Last year, when contacted by The SUN, Premier and Minister of Finance, Hon. Sharlene Cartwright-Robinson
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Former Bahamian Deputy PM visits Turks and Caicos Islands
on. Cynthia “Mother” Pratt, former Deputy Prime Minister of The Bahamas, recently visited the Turks and Caicos Islands for the St. Monica’s Anglican Church annual Spring Affair which showcased their African Heritage, under the patronage of The Rev. Father Alvardo & Mrs. Michelle Adderley.
Hon. Pratt gave a dynamic address, telling her story from a poor little girl to holding the position of Deputy Prime Minister. She was also the patron of a dinner hosted by Sister Sister, whose founder, former TCI Deputy Premier Lillian Boyce, is a
close and longtime friend of Hon. Pratt. Both events were well attended. Hon. Pratt (center) is pictured here with Mrs. Boyce and Paulette Daley. See pages 26 and 27 for photos.
stated: “The government is ready to commenting upon this matter but proceed with this project and I am TCIG are committed to fighting excited about giving the Fish Fry a this challenge for the benefit of the new home. The Fish Fry has become community of the Turks and Caicos a sensation over its short life span, Islands.” with the event being patronized by Sunil Ramdeen, Corporate locals and tourists alike. We must Communications manager for give it a home. We anxiously await Sandals Resorts International, said: resolution of this matter.” “Beaches Resorts is a key stakeholder At that time, Deputy in Turks and Caicos, and we support Attorney General Dr. Michael Dillon any development that will be of said: “TCIG very much values its benefit to the people and the country. long standing relationship with This particular issue is not specific Beaches. As this matter involves to Beaches, but also involves other litigation that is currently before stakeholders in the vicinity as well, the courts and in its earliest stages, and we look forward to positive AG Chambers prefer to refrain from dialogue with the authorities to
ensure that the proposed project will ultimately, be of mutual benefit to all parties that may be impacted.” The Fish Fry, which takes place every Thursday, at The Kids Park, in Lower Bight, was at the centre of controversy. In 2014 when the Department of Environment and Maritime Affairs (DEMA) served an eviction letter on the Tourist Board, the operators of the event. Among other things, DEMA complained about the cleaning up of the location after Fish Fry, and also about loud music affecting residents in the area.
Hon. Cynthia “Mother” Pratt visits TCI - Page 26 & 27
Cabinet Minister says Turks Islanders involved in smuggling illegal Haitians Page 6
TCIG to challenge InterHealth Canada contract - Page 8
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TCHTA to Launch Brand New Development Centre The Turks & Caicos Hotel Courses will be offered at the and Tourism Association (TCHTA) TCHTA’s brand new headquarters, is celebrating its commitment to unit #52 at the Salt Mills Plaza in training and development in the Grace Bay. Classes will run from June Turks & Caicos Islands by launching 1st and will aim to transform lives and its first ever development centre. communities through learning. It will Come June 1st, the also inspire by motivating change and Providenciales based Association achieving personal and professional will offer courses and certification goals of individuals and organizations programs in various areas for tourism alike. “As our country grows, so does and non-tourism practitioners across the board. This is the first of its kind the demand for skilled laborers,” Cox in the Turks & Caicos Islands and continued, “It is our goal to improve this development centre will mark a the education and the technical new and exciting milestone for the competencies of the local workforce.” Powered by Peak Professional, hospitality industry. “We are excited! This program the development centre will offer is the result of our organization’s formal academic advancement and continuous efforts to elevate the skill avenues for career development. level of Turks & Caicos residents,” Through partnerships with said Stacy Cox, Chief Executive internationally recognized training Officer of the TCHTA. “Our mission centers, this program will place for our new centre is to innovate individuals on a path that will better while providing an effective solution equip them to professionally deliver that can prepare individuals to meet the needs of the Turks & Caicos the current and emerging needs of a Islands and ultimately increase the growing economy.” productivity of the workforce.
Stacy Cox, Chief Executive Officer of the TCHTA The Association has partnered with world-renowned hospitality school, American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute (AHLEI) to bring several hospitality certification courses to recipients. Other courses will include Food Safety Certification, Customer Service, Microsoft Office (All Levels), Business Writing, Cultural Diversity, Leadership Development, Conflict
Management, Conversational French, Conversational Spanish, Technical and Vocational Programs, Photography and Sommelier courses. “According to the recent skill audit made public by the government, in three years, there will be around 3000 plus jobs in the Turks and Caicos Islands and as such we are positioning ourselves by extension our community to prepare for those opportunities.” She said, “It is our hope that this Development Centre will be the nucleus of excellence for all hospitality employees, whether they’re looking to begin their careers or improve their current skillsets.” For more information, or to register for available courses or certification programs, interested persons and organizations are encouraged to call the TCHTA office on 941-5787 or send an email to info@ peakprofessionaltci.com. To register online, members and individuals are encouraged to visit www. peakprofessionaltci.com/tchtaenroll.
Chamber of Commerce Providenciales concerned over mandate for Public Registers of Beneficial Interest in TCI The Chamber of Commerce Providenciales expresses grave concern at the apparent disregard by the British MP’ with the decision to dictate the need for the forced requirement for public beneficial ownership registry especially prior to this becoming a global standard. In a press statement, the Chamber said it finds the exclusion of the UK’s Crown Dependencies Jersey, Guernsey and the Isle of Man from subscribing to these new standards to be not only egregious, but prejudicial. “This is clearly a constitutional exploitation of Power and clearly shows a double standard being exercised.”
“We are of the view that such an unjust and unfair prescription for the BOTs will undoubtedly present a serious blow to the financial sector. Although the Financial sector does not count for a large portion of the local economy in the Turks and Caicos Islands this decision will have implications on other industries throughout the islands,” the statement said. “This decision without any apparent consultation with the BOTs has served to erode the mutual trust and respect that has been the guiding principle between the UK and the BOTs. It is a fact that The Turks and Caicos
National Trust launches Five Cays beach clean-up on Biodiversity Day
The Turks & Caicos National Trust led students and volunteers in clearing the Five Cays beach area of trash and debris to celebrate the International Day of Biodiversity on May 22nd. Being part of the global community, the Turks and Caicos Islands perpetually joins with countries of the world in celebrating the variety of life on earth, called ‘biodiversity’. Students from Enid Capron Primary School, community volunteers and staff of the Turks & Caicos National Trust collected two dozen large bags of trash during the morning clean-up at the beach. Everybody was attuned to clearing the coastal areas of marine debris that harm our marine life and ecosystems. As expressed by the National Trust Education and Outreach Manager, Dellareese Higgs; “We thought it fitting to choose an event that would immerse students in an action packed lesson where they learn how they too, can become stewards of a global community, by keeping the environment and their communities clean for the most vulnerable species that share the planet.” Teachers at the Enid Capron Primary praised the effort and were happy to oblige the Trust as they saw the opportunity to engage students while still very young, to develop in them a call for action, so that they know that they have a responsibility to the environment.
5th grade teacher, Ancie Bernadine added; “This event today, cleaning the beach, such a small task, but so important for students to learn about and protect the coastal communities where they live. I am so happy that my class was chosen, as the majority of them use this beach. Hopefully as they remove some of the plastic bags, bottles and other trash from the beach, they will remember to keep the beach clean, and will continue to protect our plants, animals and marine life for future generations.” The day’s event marks the 25th year since this global celebration began in 1993. For this silver anniversary, the United Nations Secretariat chose the theme of this year’s observance – “Celebrating 25 Years of Action for Biodiversity.” In full support, the National Trust will sponsor similar upcoming events to increase understanding and awareness of biodiversity issues amongst communities in the Turks & Caicos Islands. The Turks and Caicos National Trust (TCNT), under its mandate, will continue to champion the goals of protecting, conserving, and preserving our wildlife and historical sites, through education and narrative designed to harness the best efforts, and teaching opportunities, and with much persistence and dedication for the benefit of all.
Islands has expended considerable time and resources to comply with anti-money laundering standards , supporting tax exchange agreements, FATCA and most recently under the current administration passed the Beneficial Ownership Regulations 2017 allowing any country that signs up to multilateral agreement under the Common Reporting Standards (CRS) to receive information on an as needed basis on the ownership of companies,” it was noted. The release said the Chamber and its associated members understands the global need to create a new norm of corporate transparency,
but the retort to trigger this solely for BOTs is unfair, and reduces the ability for fiscal stability, and the opportunity of competitiveness on a level playing field amongst global markets that are still allowed to do business as usual. The Chamber will now seek to work along with the Turks and Caicos Islands Government, the Opposition, financial services bodies, local stakeholders and family Chambers of Anguilla, Bermuda, the British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands and Gibraltar to address the issues that have arisen from a seemingly unilateral and discriminatory decision which will negatively impact our local economies.
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Graceway Smart now operating in Grand Turk By Todeline Defralien
Graceway Supermarkets which are currently located in Grace Bay, Leeward Highway and Downtown, Providenciales is now adding another island on its list as they now operation in the country’s capital of Grand Turk, under the Graceway banner of “Smart”. Mr. Ken Burns, Managing Director at Graceway Supermarkets, said the agreement closed 29th March, 2018. In an exclusive interview with The SUN, Burns said, “Graceway now operates the four stores previously operated by Everette Freites under the ER Supermarket banner. Graceway was supplying Everette but he made the decision to leave the retail supermarket business in Grand Turk which gave us the opportunity to enter the market. Clive Stanbrook has always wanted to enter the market and when the opening arose, Robert Brace was also quick to agree. We are leasing from the same landlords and now
operate under the Graceway banner of “Smart”. Burns confirmed to The SUN that they will be operating four stores in total. Three are now operating, but the Lighthouse Road location is still closed. The community of Grand Turk will find Smart at the following locations: West Road, Frith Street (South Backsalina), Hospital Road and Lighthouse Road (soon). Burns was unable to comment on the cost of the deal but revealed that it has been nine weeks since the decision was made. “It is still early and we are getting our feet on the ground, but feel Grand Turk has welcomed us. Most residents knows our brand and how we operate at Graceway and we will bring all of that to Grand Turk as best as we can. It has only been nine weeks since the quick decision was made, so bear with us as we look forward to our future in Grand Turk, serving the Grand Turk island.”
When asked if there are any challenges with shipping food to Grand Turk, Burns told The SUN that has been their biggest challenge thus far. He added: “Deliveries into Grand Turks are limited and sometimes unpredictable, which make it difficult to keep highly perishable products fresh every day. We are working closely with our shippers and Mr. Ken Burns, Managing Director at Graceway transportation partners. Graceway Supermarkets. is always seeking ways to improve product freshness and availability and diminish the quality of some products. this will be no different.” Take a case of strawberries, for In addition, burns stated example; five days from California to that since the September hurricanes Florida into our supplier, one or two arrival of goods has been somewhat of days to load and on the ship, another two to three days on the water. By that a challenge. “The non-dredging at South time the shelf life of the berry is very Dock has contributed to the delays close, so any delay is critical. We are as limited size and number of vessels always working with our transportation can enter. Rough seas and many other partners as they also understand our factors also play an important role,” needs of quick arrivals.” Burns wants to thank he added. “We take our responsibility of providing fresh wholesome food everyone especially Grand Turk for products to the country very serious. allowing them the opportunity to serve the Nation’s Capital. Any delay for whatever reason will
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Turks Islanders involved in smuggling illegal sloops, says Minister of Health By Todeline Defralien A Turks and Caicos Islands Government Minister said a local man admitted to him that Belongers are involved in smuggling illegal Haitians into this country. Speaking during a segment of call-in porgramme “Expressions” on Radio Turks and Caicos on Wednesday May 30th, Hon. Edwin Astwood, Minister of Health revealed that he is aware of a Turks and Caicos Islander who is performing this act and confronted him. Astwood said, “In the same breath I must tell you that there are Turks and Caicos Islanders who are involved with it (sloops). I know
a gentlemen who I grew up with, apparently I got wind that he is into the smuggling and I went and approached him about it and simply the answer that he gave me, I just looked at him and just couldn’t say nothing. After I questioned him on it he said, ‘look Minister you make your money, leave me and let me make my XXXX money and all I could have done was look’.” At a press conference in March 2018, Deputy Commissioner of Police, Trevor Botting said persons in Turks and Caicos Islands were making “a fortune” from smuggling illegal immigrants. “It is my view that the illegal migration of people to the TCI is highly organised and they are creating
Honourable Edwin Astwood, Minister of Health criminal offences, not the people necessarily entering, of course they are entering illegally, but we have people
who are facilitating, managing, moving and organising people into TCI,” he said then. “Those people are making a fortune out of other people’s misery and desperation and then causing problems, risks and security issues for us here in the TCI. They are causing great harm not only to those they are trafficking but also to this territory and the people and communities here.” It is also believed that locals and Haitian nationals in partnership have a head office in Haiti where all arrangements take place. The interception of illegal sloops to the Turks and Caicos Islands has raised great concern and frustration amongst locals and Haitian residents alike.
Special Education Policy update: “No Child Left Behind Policy Initiative” One of key targets of the “No Child Left Behind” Policy Initiative launched in April of 2018, was the establishment of School Based Assessment Teams (SBAT) and to equip the members with the training and assessment tools necessary to meet the needs of Students with disabilities throughout the Turks & Caicos Islands. According to Section 9.2 of TCI Special Education Policy: 9.2 The School-Based Assessment Team (SBAT) ▪ The school –based assessment team is an on-going team of schoolbased personnel which formally operate as a problem-solving unit. It is to assist classroom teachers with the development and implementation of instructional and/or management strategies and coordinates support resources for students with special needs within the school. On a case-by-
case basis as needed to plan for Counselors to be trained in various individual students, the team assessment and intervention protocols. The workshop was facilitated should also include the student’s referring teacher, and involve by the multi-departmental SEAIT the parent, the student, and, as National Steering Committee led by appropriate, representatives from the Chairperson Ms. Tiffany Ivey community services, or from other (LBHS, Special Education Teacher) ministries. Each Zone will have at and her team. Training sessions were least one established School-based facilitated by Dr. Anya Malcolm-Gibbs (Clinical Psychologist), Ms. Sriya Assessment Team in place. Additionally, through the Smalling (Educational Psychologist), establishment of the Special Education and Mrs. Sheryl Patterson (Special Assessment & Intervention Team Education Teacher, SNAP Centre). Mr. Walkin was very pleased (SEAIT) National Steering Committee; the SBAT will receive supervision, with the outcome of the workshop as the resources, and training to be equipped resources shared and the discussions to address the Special Needs students of the assessment and screening kits within their respective zones. To this have better positioned the members of end, on the 17-18 of May 2018, a two- the School Based Assessment Teams day workshop was organized by Mr. to provide the support to schools in Jasmin S. Walkin - Education Officer meeting the educational needs of for Special Needs; which allowed students with disabilities. Mr. Walkin further stated; Education Officers, Principals, Special Education Teachers and Guidance “I am proud of the work of the SEAIT
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Steering Committee and the services of which each member has volunteered to give in assisting Special Needs Students in the TCI. Additionally, the workshop was a reminder of the critical role our principals, teachers, and guidance counselors play in the lives of our students. It is this type of commitment that will continue to drive the change driven by data in this New Era in Special Education in TCI”. The next items on the agenda for the No Child Left Behind Special Education Policy Initiative is the continued public relations campaign and the upcoming National Symposium for Individuals with Special Needs scheduled for September 2018. This is the time to get informed and involved For more information on this initiative, please contact Mr. Jasmin Walkin via email address: jswalkin@gov.tc or telephone number 649-338-3813.
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Minister of Border Control ask residents not to take actions into their own hands By Todeline Defralien After a Facebook live video was posted via social media showing locals apprehending illegal migrants, Minister of Border Control and employment, Hon. Sean Astwood is asking residents to not take actions in their own hands. The Deputy Premier, Border Control and Employment Minister, Hon. Sean Astwood stressed to locals to not put themselves dangerous situation that may result in them being harm in any way. Apart from making landfall in Five Cays, South Dock and North West Point, Illegal sloops are now making landfall in the Long Bay area. While addressing the country, he said, “As the Ministry with responsibility for Border Control and Employment I wish to acknowledge the frustration of our citizens in regards to the continued landing of illegals sloops and speed boats on our shores. We have seen videos and heard voice recordings of private citizens who have apprehended illegal immigrants, however I must caution you that you must not put yourself in a compromising or a dangerous situation that may result in you being harm in any way. Law enforcement Officers are trained in this work and they are the ones who should be on the
front lines.” Astwood added: “Your Government recognises that attacking this challenge of illegal migration must be a multifaceted approach and not only demands the action of Government but those of our citizens as well and we continue to outline ways that you can help, Do not harbor or employ undocumented individuals., report any information you have to 911, the Task Force or the Police Department depending on the nature of the offense.” In addition, Astwood stressed that investigation continues into those who mastermind this reckless and irresponsible trade and who makes a living out of the decimation of our county. “There are also those who know the individuals that are behind this activity and you are encouraged to give information anonymously if needs to be so that these perpetrators need to be caught and brought to justice.” The penalties for harboring illegal migrants were increased and such a person now faces a fine of $20,000 on summery conviction or a term of imprisonment for four (4) years or both. “The Ministry of Border Control and employment would also like to caution persons on the hiring of illegals immigrants, this is a crime
Deputy Premier, Border Control and Employment Minister, Hon. Sean Astwood. and our enforcement unit will see to prosecute anyone found engaging in this act, In addition, the Ministry reiterates it’s cautioned issue to those in the Turks and Caicos that might be inclined to harbor illegal immigrants.” He continued: “Persons convicted of such of an offense may face a possibility of having their status in the islands revoke making them liable to deportation. We hear and continue to weigh the many suggestions being put forward by person’s within the
community and on social media and over the next few days and weeks we intend to do the following: we with Former leaders of the country, all members of the House of Assembly and representative of the Clergy and in addition we are grateful for the many residents who have schedule appointments with myself and the Premier to offer ideas. Although the Bahamas are likewise experiencing the unprecedented increase in sloop arrivals we believe that it is critical to accept their offer and the Premier will pressed under the UK the urgency of granting such approval.” Additionally, the Minister of Border Control noted that the Ministry will cease the extension of visas and temporary work permits with immediate effect. “We will review the trade with Haiti and we will officially write to the President of Haiti to advice of the steps taken and seek their support and we will strengthen and continue our enforcement activities under Operation Guardian. The issue of illegal migration requires partnership with you the people and our regional and international partners. We see this issue as a matter of national security and as such our immediate and urgent attention and work will continue in this area,” Astwood concluded.
Report from May 25th Cabinet meeting Her Excellency the Acting Governor, Providenciales; Anya Williams, chaired the 12th meeting of Cabinet on Friday, 25 May •Considered a Proposal for the 2018, at the N J S Francis Building on Development of a Six Senses Resort on Grand Turk. the Island of Salt Cay and requested further information; All Ministers were present except the Hon. Deputy Premier. •Received an information paper from the Hon. Minister of Tourism, At this meeting Cabinet: Environment, Heritage and Gaming up-dating Cabinet on the work of the •Approved, subject to amendments Conservation Fund Working Group to being made, the revised Fiscal review the findings of a consultancy Strategy Policy Statement (FSPS) study on the sustainable financing of 2018/2022 for forwarding to the UK environmental conservation in TCI; Government for approval; •The Hon. Minister of Tourism, •Reviewed an information paper Environment, Heritage and Culture from the Public Works Department informed Cabinet that a paper would up-dating Cabinet on planned be submitted to the next meeting works programmes for government of Cabinet on the issue of access to buildings, hurricane shelters and beaches in TCI; schools; • The Hon. Premier informed Cabinet •Reviewed the revised draft Capital of her attendance at the meeting of Programme and Budget for the three- the Caribbean Board of Governors year period 2018/20. Cabinet called for in Grenada in the week beginning the draft Programme and Budget to 28 May at which there would be be further amended and re-circulated discussion on progressing various to Cabinet before forwarding to the major projects in TCI; UK Government for approval; •The Hon. Premier briefed Cabinet •Approved a MSME concession order on a teleconference that she had for the company Sugar Apple Villa for participated in on 24 May with the purpose of establishing a short- other Overseas Territory leaders term rental property in Leeward, and the UK Prime Minister and
Lord Ahmad, the UK Minister for the Overseas Territories, on the introduction of public registers in 2020 following the recent amendment to the UK Sanctions and Anti Money Laundering Act;
on the visit by a specialist UK Border Force team to TCI to assess and make recommendations on TCI requirements to tackle illegal migration.
•Her Excellency the Acting Governor •The Hon. Premier advised Cabinet briefed Cabinet on her meeting with of the receipt of a draft report from the UK’s National Crime Agency in the consultants on the Review which they had raised concerns about of the Financial Services Sector child safeguarding in TCI; commissioned by the Ministry of Finance; •The Hon. Premier informed Cabinet that the Bahamas authorities had •The Hon. Minister of Tourism, approached her to reinforce their Environment, Heritage and Culture offer of assistance to help tackle the briefed Cabinet on on-going problem of illegal sloops from Haiti; dialogue with the “Sea Shepherd” maritime environmental protection • Her Excellency the Acting Governor organisation; reminded Cabinet of the 4th Hurricane Preparedness meeting •The Hon. Attorney General informed in Grand Turk on 30 May and Cabinet that she would be attending underlined the need for all Ministries the Caribbean Financial Action Task and organisations to ensure that they Force (CFATF) meeting in Trinidad have preparedness measures in place in the week beginning 28 May and ahead of the forthcoming hurricane gave an outline of the work that season; was planned with the CFATF over the coming months, including a •The Hon. Premier informed Cabinet visit to TCI during the second and of a visit to TCI by the credit rating third weeks of September, to ensure agency Standard and Poors (S&P) in TCI’s compliance with international the week beginning 28 May. standards on money laundering and financial crime; Further information on these matters will be provided by Ministers in due •The Hon. Premier briefed Cabinet course.
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TCIG employs law firm to look into InterHealth Canada contract By Todeline Defralien The Turks and Caicos Islands Government (TCIG) has recently employed a law firm into the TCI to look into the contract/deal amongst TCIG and InterHealth Canada. This was revealed by Honourable Edwin Astwood, Minister of Health on a segment of popular radio show, ‘Expressions’ on Wednesday May 30th, 2018. Many in the community have expressed that the much expensive deal by InterHealth Canada and Turks and Caicos Islands Government continues to rest on the shoulders of Turks and Caicos Islanders. News report coming out of Trinidad recently spoke about a new Hospital there and a deal between InterHealth Canada and the Trinidadian Government and they alluded to the suspicion of corruption and a bad deal and used the Turks and Caicos as an example. Commenting in this issue, Hon. Astwood said, “What I can vouch to the general public, and I know that a lot of persons are waiting and listening to say let me see if the Minister is going to say anything so that I can report him to Integrity Commission. I am not talking about the general public just those persons. What I can say is that works are being done, we in Turks and Caicos Islands Government (TCIG) have employed a law firm to look into the contract and these works have
been done, presentations have already been made about the findings and it’s ongoing and we’re hoping that we can announce something to the public soon.” He added; “We had asked the Attorney General Chambers what we can say to the public that will not jeopardize this case because we don’t want that we say something and then they say, ‘oh well this cannot go on because the Minister of Health just went on public radio and say this’. We want to be guided, because we know that it is something that I have been crying out for and many persons in the general public have been crying out for but I can rest assured that things are happening and this is being looked at and there is a law firm employed by the Turks and Caicos Islands to see this arrangement.” The Minster of Health emphasized that he is looking at a lot of deals that were done between the Turks and Caicos Islands Government (TCIG) and other people and it seems that the TCI is at a disadvantage. “I was wondering who negotiated on these deals because now sitting in Cabinet it is almost impossible for us to get anything done because we have to check this box and that box, and I am like where were all of these checks before the PDM administration got in? How come all of these things went unnoticed, all these things happen in the Turks and Caicos all these bad deals and I am looking at now being in Government and being in Cabinet and seeing that all of the
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The Turks and Caicos SUN is a subsidiary of The SUN Media Group Ltd. Hon. Edwin Astwood, Minister of Health hopes and letters that we have to jump through just to get anything happen. I was wondering how come these things happen in the past and where were these checks and balances before that could have prevented all of these things from happening and how come all of these checks and balances only appear now,” Astwood said.
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THE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF THE TCI BROKE GROUND FOR ITS BRAND NEW, PURPOSE BUILT FACILITY WHICH WILL HOUSE GRADES 7, 8 AND 9. THE BUILDING WILL BE BUILT TO FACILITATE STUDENT LEARNING AND SET UP WITH THE APPLICATION OF TECHNOLOGY IN MIND. STUDENTS ARE ABLE TO BE INVOLVED IN PARTS OF THE DESIGN PROCESSES AND WILL HAVE CLASSROOMS WHICH ARE DESIGNED FOR ITS FLEXIBILITY ALLOWING COLLABORATIVE AND INDIVIDUAL LEARNING. PRINCI PRINCIPAL, KATIE HINKS STATED “I AM SO EXCITED ABOUT WHAT WE CAN OFFER HERE: A TRULY INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION FOR OUR STUDENTS, WHICH WILL SET THEM UP FOR THE FUTURE WHICH THEY ARE DESTINED FOR. WE ARE TRULY BLESSED WITH THE SUPPORT OF OUR BOARD AND OUR PARTNERS AT WIHL. WE OWE A HUGE DEBT OF GRATITUDE TO THEM FOR THEIR CONTINUED SUPPORT AND COMMITMENT TO THE HIGHEST QUALITY OF EDUCATION FOR OUR STUDENTS.”
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US$100million Turks Cay Resort and Marina receives final planning approval Detailed development permission has been granted by government for the construction of a six-storey, US$100 million luxury resort and marina in the Turks and Caicos Islands. The Turks Cay Resort and Marina will be built on the former and historical site of the Third Turtle Inn development, in Turtle Cove, on the island of Providenciales. The land on which the resort will be built is a very unique piece of property, stretching over 16.5 acres, with 780 linear feet on a cove, all of which is abutting the Turtle Cove Marina. In the middle of the marina there is a small island called Diddle Cay which now belongs to the development. Prices will start in the early $600k’s for studio units with a make-up and mixture of studio, onebedroom and two-bedroom units, as well as 11 luxury penthouses set over two floors with their own roof top swimming pools. There will be a total of 143 rooms within the resort. The entire resort development
will consist of condominiums, casino, spa, sporting facilities, restaurants, bars, retail shopping, a boardwalk, swimming pool and deck and a marina. It also boasts 775 feet of beach frontage on Grace Bay and 2,300 linear feet of dockage. The property will be one of the lowest densities in the TCI. The developer is Arik Kislin of Circle Holdings Limited. Hamilton Real Estate an associate of Savills International, is the exclusive listing agent for the sales and marketing of the boutique resort. Sam Hunt, Sales and Marketing Manager of Hamilton Real Estate and the Turks Cay Resort and Marina, has already been meeting with interested buyers as the developer gets ready to break ground at the Turtle Cove site. Commenting on the property’s sales progression, Hunt said: “We currently have two sales offices, one at our new Grace Bay location and we have an on-site sales villa located on the beach right next to the property in Turtle Cove. From these two locations we have been meeting interested
persons who come in and view a model of what the entire resort will look like upon completion. They can also view the property next door to the Villa office.” He added: “We also have brochures outlining every one of the amazing amenities that will be offered at the Turks Cay Resort and Marina. Basically, anything you need to know with regard to the selling and marketing of the property, we will provide you with that information at either our Grace Bay office or our villa sales office.” Kislin said: “The Turks and Caicos Islands has done a fantastic job of marketing itself - in really getting the word out to the rest of the world that they are open for business for new developments and opportunities. With Turks Cay Resort and Marina we will offer a very high end product with the amenities that the upper tier market around the world is really looking for in a vacation getaway. This is how the Islands have been presenting themselves, and that is what I am going to deliver for the country.”
Arik Kislin is a very successful real-estate investor, and part owner of the Gansevoort hotel and Alerion Aviation, and several other businesses. He is also a philanthropist. He started in the real estate business in 1991, developing over four million square feet of New York City’s real estate in the 1990s. Through his former company Around the Clock Management, Kislin and his partners developed the Chelsea Market Complex in Manhattan’s Meatpacking district from 1991 to 1999. Since then that property has become an icon for Manhattan, New York City and was recently sold a month ago to Google for $2.4 billion. In 2001, he co-developed the Gansevoort hotel group in New York. The first property was the Gansevoort in the Meatpacking District, and shortly thereafter another Gansevoort in Miami. Kislin was then invited by the owners to complete the deal for the Gansevoort in the Turks and Caicos Islands in 2008.
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Governor should offer public apology By Hon. Douglas Parnell
Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands - Now that the controversial public exchange between the Governor and the Premier has died down the matter should be objectively examined. The Governor initiated this exchange in an unprecedented morning press conference. Although he is not a Minister, as President of Cabinet, it is incumbent upon him to abide by and uphold its rules more than any Minister or member. Members of Cabinet have access to confidential and privileged information therefore, any member found to be in breach of Cabinet’s Code of Conduct must tender his or her resignation. As President of Cabinet the Governor’s actions should be viewed as a breach of the Code of Conduct. In light of his actions members of this Cabinet or any future Cabinet can no longer rely on the code which allows members to express themselves and make decisions in Cabinet without fear of another member, or even the President in this instance, publicly discussing his or her Ministry in a manner that would invite public controversy and cabinet division. To further delve into the recent breakfast with the media a few weeks ago, His Excellency Dr. Freeman was questioned by Magnetic Media, mostly concerning issues of finance, and the financial priority given to Government projects.
This is when the TCIG Governor, breached section 8 and section 9 of the Turks and Caicos Islands Cabinet Code of Conduct. This revealed an unfortunate turn of events in governing in the Turks and Caicos because the Governor ventured into an area of Ministerial responsibility and decision making that he should have no private say in, let alone a publicly disseminated view. His proper response to the question put by the reporter should have been to refer the matter to the Minister with responsibility for Finance, which in this case is the Premier of the Turks and Caicos Islands. Section 8 of the Code states: “The principle of collective responsibility, save where it is explicitly set aside, applies to all Hon. Doug Parnell is PDM Chairman and Elected Government Ministers. It requires Member for Cheshire Hall and Richmond Hill that Ministers should be able to the concealment of these views would express their views frankly in the be maintained. expectation that they can argue freely He undermined the “collective in private while maintaining collective responsibility” to which he is a part. responsibility in public when decisions How can any member of Cabinet now have been reached. express their views with the threat of This in turn requires that Cabinet’s President questioning them the privacy of opinions expressed in in public? Cabinet and Ministerial Committees, Section 9 of the Code states: including in correspondence, should “The internal process through which be maintained.” a decision has been made, or the level When the Governor violated of Committee by which it was taken the code by making public comments should not be disclosed. Decisions about TCIG finances he handicapped reached by the Cabinet or by Ministers’ ability to frankly air their Ministerial Committees are binding views and arguments in the privacy of on all members of the Government. Cabinet and with the assurance that They are, however, normally
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announced and explained as the decision of the Minister concerned”. The actions taken by the Governor undermines binding Cabinet decisions. For him to suggest that there were other options available to the Minister of Finance only seeks to clear himself from being bound by the decisions of Cabinet and therefore threaten the confidence in the Government. In the new reality of governing with a constitution that ushered in greater gubernatorial oversight at every level, the comments from the Governor seem personal. However, it goes further than seeming personal because with the myriad of apparatuses provided in the new 2011 constitution it is safe to interpret his actions as one who was trying to either cause embarrassment, spark political debate over the performance of this or any Government or worse he was attempting to steer the course of local Government spending priorities all resulting in the abandonment of the neutral stance that is expected from one who holds the highest office in the land. The Governor is a senior United Kingdom Civil Servant and should be aware that his actions would suggest a lack of support for the Government. As a first step in remedying this breach he should offer a public apology. If he is unwilling to take this first step, he should resign with immediate effect.
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Ralph Thorne, former lead lawyer for Mike Missick elected to Barbados Parliament by Hayden Boyce Publisher & Editor-in-Chief Queen’s Counsel Ralph Thorne, the former lead defence attorney for ex-premier Michael Misick in the ongoing corruption trial, was one of the candidates elected to the Barbados House of Assembly in the May 24th general elections which the Mia Mottley-led Barbados Labour Party (BLP) won by a historic 30-0 landslide. Thorne, who ran in the Christ Church South constituency which was once held by former prime minister Sir Harold “Bree” St. John, won his seat by 1, 974 votes. The veteran attorney heads his own very successful law firm in Barbados, is the lawyer for several big companies and prominent individuals in Barbados and is currently representing the government of Guyana in a high profile case. In an interview with The SUN,
Thorne said: “I spent 18 months involved in Mike Misick’s defence. I gave of my best and I fought hard and fairly. I really miss TCI and the case. I sincerely wish the defendants well. They have shown immeasurable fortitude and forbearance in suspending their normal activities and personal lives over the extended time of this litigation. This would Ralph Thorne, QC. have broken lesser men and women but I am happy that they endure in strength. All in all, I treasure my experience in TCI and I am deeply appreciative of the hospitality of the people. A portion of my heart will always be there. I remain grateful and humble for the experience.”
He added: “I had to “That involves new move on, but with professional and personal sacrifices, no less goodwill but I come home every evening and towards them. We that is important,” said. “I am not all anticipated that a member of the Cabinet and that the case would have allows me to continue my legal concluded at the end practice. I am currently representing of 2016. I tried to the Government of Guyana in two balance my personal, constitutional cases, one of which is professional and before the Caribbean Court of Justice.” He said his next major political obligations at home with the challenge is to serve the people of his possibility of any constituency in Parliament and he further involvement is looking forward to that expedition in the case, but it was with greatest enthusiasm. no longer fair to my “I am entering a Parliament wife to look after a that is without an Opposition for the 10-year old son and a first time in its history,” he added, 6-year old daughter in “but while the debates may lack the characteristic contentiousness, I my extended absences.” Thorne, who is married to expect that we may pass laws that Barbadian High Court judge Madame reflect deeper intellectual creativity Justice Jacqueline Cornelius, said after much constructive debate. I am his victory in the election has been a looking forward to this new experience tribute to his deep involvement in the in my life and I look forward to this new paradigm.” community.
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NIB committed to promoting and practicing good governance by Rhesa Cartwright Acting CEO The National Insurance Board is committed to promoting and practicing the tenets of good governance. The Board and Management recently undertook an initiative to strengthen the institution’s governance framework. The consulting firm MorneauShepell, headquartered in Canada, is facilitating the compilation of a governance manual for the NIB. The objective of the exercise is to develop a policy manual with properly established guiding principles and sound corporate governance
Crime report GRAND TURK HOME BURGLED Police on Grand Turk are investigating a Burglary that was reported to 911 on Friday, May 25th, 2018 at 7:05 a.m. According to reports, upon arriving home, the female complainant met her home ransacked. Missing were two 75inch Televisions. MAN ARRESTED FOR DAMAGING CORAL REEF A man was arrested and charged on Friday, May 25th, 2018 for
processes to guide the conduct of the business of the Board. The ultimate aim being to have a single point of reference with clear processes and principles to govern the institution. The document will clarify the role of the Board of Directors in controlling and monitoring performance across the institution, and will define a more formal structure to empower managers to conduct business efficiently and effectively within clearly defined parameters and according to a commonly applied set of guiding principles. The crafting of the Manual is to take into consideration various bits of legislation including the National Insurance Ordinance and the offence of Breaking and Causing Damage to Coral Reef or Marine Plant within the Fishery limits contrary to Regulations 9(1) of the Fisheries Protection Ordinance, Chapter 10.08. The man was also charged with the Destruction or Damage to any animal or plant Contrary to Regulation 3(1) of the National Parks Ordinance Chapter 10.01. The man was given US$10,000 bail to return to court on Tuesday, May 29th, 2018. MAN ARRESTED FOR WOUNDING A 38-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of Wounding following an incident that took place on Wednesday, May 23rd, 2018. The man was given bail in the amount of US$4500 to return to the Grace Bay Police station on Thursday, May 31st, 2018 at 9:00 a.m.
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Regulations; The National Audit Ordinance, The Public Finance Management Ordinance, The Public Procurement Ordinance, and the good governance principles as defined by the International Social Security Association (ISSA). During the consultant’s first visit for the governance project in early May, meetings were held with the Premier, Honorable Sharlene Cartwright-Robinson, Minister with responsibility for National Insurance, the Board of Directors and the Management Team. The Governance Manual is expected to be adopted late 2018. Management has also embarked on an initiative to develop PRIMARY SCHOOL BURGLED Providenciales Police are investigating a Burglary that occurred at the Ianthe Pratt Primary School. According to reports, the school’s Canteen was secured on Friday, May 25th but upon returning on Sunday, May 27th, 2018 a door was discovered damaged. Missing are 4 Cases of Caprisun Juice valued USD$56.00 and Candies value unknown. EXTORTION ARREST A 37-year-old man was arrested on Sunday, May 27th, 2018 on suspicion of extortion or hired to commit murder. The accused is currently in Police custody.
Rhesa Cartwright a risk management framework for the institution. The Board and Management appreciates the importance of having a proper system in place to manage risk, including the identification and mitigation of various risk factors.The risk management framework is also scheduled to be implemented in 2018. POLICE INVESTIGATE DIVING DEATH Police on Grand Turk are investigating the death of a 45-year-old tourist who fell ill following a Diving Adventure on Monday, May 28th, 2018 around 10:00 a.m. The man was taken via Ambulance to the Cockburn Town Medical Centre where he later died. MAN SHOT IN KEWTOWN At 9:41 p.m., on Monday, May 28th 2018, 911 Central received a report of shooting near the Kewtown area that left a man injured. The injured man was taken to the Cheshire Hall Medical Centre for treatment. Anyone with information about this shooting, please call 911 or Crime Stoppers Anonymously on 18008477.
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We are seeking to employ, suitably qualified and experienced hospitality professionals in the positions listed below. Our ideal candidates should have an outstanding command of the English language, written and oral, strong communication and excellent customer service skills with an all-inclusive background.
LABOURER/HOUSEMAN REQUIREMENTS - APPLICANT MUST BE AND OR HAVE: •Basic power plant maintenance and operation. •At least three (5) years of experience in Housekeeping •A high school diploma or equivalent •Attentive to details and self-motivated •Able to understand and speak English fluently •Able to work with little or no supervision •Physically fit, dependable and hard working •Able to understand and follow policies and procedures of the department •Required to work and live on Ambergris Cay with rotated weekends off. Salary Scale: $8.00 per hour paid fortnightly. MECHANICWe are looking for a skilled Mechanic to maintain and repair. You will be responsible for troubleshooting issues and fixing them aiming to maximum reliability and functionality. Must mechanic have good eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity. Be well-versed in complex mechanical or electronical systems and have excellent problem-solving abilities. They must also be good communicators to provide advice to customers. DOMESTIC WORKER Provide support services for housekeeping associates and maintain cleanliness throughout the hotel. Respond to guest request. Must be able to, work flexible shifts, holidays and weekends. Must be able to push and pull carts weighing up to 250lbs, must be able to lift 50lbs. Salary range for the positions listed above begin at $6.50 per hour and will commensurate with qualifications and experience. Applications must be addressed to: Ambergris Cay Services Ltd. Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands E-mail: burkley.malcolm@ambergristci.com; hr@wihl.com Tel: (649)-946-8054
CARPENTER Job Summary: •Maintaining all furniture (wood floors, fences, decorations, lodging) in accordance with international standards. •Maintain buildings interiors and exteriors •Inspect municipal buildings and facilities for needed services and repairs •Ordering of spare parts to ensure consistent functioning without discontinuity •Ensure work site is left is usable and safe condition •Maintain inventory of spare and repair parts and tools Requirements: •At least four (4) years experience in hospitality carpentry •A high school diploma or equivalent • Able to understand and speak English fluently •Able to work with little or no supervision •Ability to multi-task and be detailed oriented. •Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment. •Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holiday •Physically fit, dependable and hard working
SALES INVENTORY CLERK Job Summary: •Promote, seek out, and suggest selections that meet customer’s needs and consummate new and repeat business for sales of Company products •Performs job in a professional manner by representing the Company honestly and fairly with regard to maintaining good public relations with all customers, competitors, and vendors •Maintains neat, clean sales displays, keeps shelves properly stocked •Prepares and inputs sales transactions utilizing Sale system •Assist with shipping and receiving, and takes inventory as needed Salary range for the positions listed above begin at $6.50 per hour and will commensurate with qualifications and experience. 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 Closing date ---- June 15th , 2018
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Sea urchin stings By Dr. Marsha Barnett
Sea urchins are small sea creatures with circular or flat bodies that are covered by spikes. They live in oceans throughout the world but are more commonly seen in warm climates and in relatively shallow water like coral reefs, or rocky areas in the sea. Though not aggressive creatures, most people are stung when they accidentally step on or touch a sea urchin. A sea urchin has two defense systems. One is it’s the natural, external body. This is made up of long, venomous spikes that are sharp enough to puncture skin. The second defense system is more active. It’s called the pedicellariae, which are essentially jaws that can release venom. HOW DO I KNOW I HAVE BEEN STUNG? Sea urchin stings are immediately painful especially if the spikes go deep into the skin. The puncture wounds by the spikes are usually obvious and many times, some might have broken off into the skin which would be visible as protuberant black spikes or dots on the surface of the skin. They often leave puncture wounds on the skin which is often blue-blacked bruised in color. The area
will be tender to touch and pressure and may also begin to itch.
the body.
MEDICAL TREATMENTS HOME TREATMENTS If you’re stung by a sea urchin, If you have multiple areas of immediately remove any part of the injury or if they are deep wounds, you sea urchin that’s embedded within should see a doctor. Many persons your body. Use can tweezers to remove come in for them to be removed if the large spines and a razor to gently the spikes broke off and parts are scrape out the pedicellariae. still embedded in the skin after using Once you do this, wash the tweezers to remove them. Additionally, affected area with soap and water. You deep puncture wounds close to joints can also immerse the area in warm can be problematic and may need water for about half hour to soothe the deeper exploration. puncture wounds and help dissolve If there are any signs of the spikes. Adding vinegar and even infection in the area such as redness, baking soda or Epsom salts to the pus or tenderness days after being water may also be beneficial. Although stung, you should see your doctor. You persons frequently urinate on the area, may need to be placed on prescription this has not been proven to be helpful. oral antibiotics and pain killers. If you To manage the initial pain haven’t had a tetanus shot in the last after the sting, you can take over-the- 10 years, you should be covered with counter treatments like Advil. You can a booster vaccine. You should seek also use over the counter antibiotic immediate emergency attention if creams on the affected area at least you’re experiencing symptoms such as two times a day. If the area is itching, muscle weakness and aches or extreme you can use topical hydrocortisone fatigue. cream along with the topical antibiotic. Though you should cover the area to CAN THERE BE avoid infections such as when walking COMPLICATIONS? or wearing shoes if stung in the feet, do not bandage the wound tightly or The most common apply compressed dressings as an complication is infection from the open would allows any spikes that puncture wounds, which can become might not been removed completely to serious very quickly. Hence the need migrate outwards and be expelled by for removal of the spikes, cleaning
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Dr. Marsha Barnett the area thoroughly and a doctor’s visit at the first sign of infection or if you believe spikes are still present in the wound. Rarely, broken off spines that stay within the body may migrate deeper causing tissue, bone, or nerve injury. An allergic reaction leading to shortness of breath or respiratory failure can happen in rare cases, requiring emergency medical intervention. Though the stings can be severely painful and can cause a number of serious complications if not treated promptly, with proper treatment, the pain and symptoms usually subside within about several days.
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COOK Job Summary Prepare and present main entrée’s, appetizers, and side orders. Assist in the preparation of food items (i.e., preparing vegetables, meat, fish, salads, desserts, cold plates) for service. Maintain a clean and organized work station. Comply with food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety regulations. Set up and stock stations with all necessary supplies. Cook menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff. Stock inventory appropriately. Ensure that food comes out simultaneously, in high quality and in a timely fashion. Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers. Qualifications Minimum 1-2 years of experience in quality restaurant operations on a similar capacity. Knowledgeable and experienced in food service. Knowledgeable and experience in beverage service. Ability to be on time and present for all scheduled shifts including weekends and holidays. Excellent interpersonal skills. Must be able to work with minimal supervision and have a strong initiative. You must be able to perform efficiently during high volume peak periods. Salary $16,500 yearly Please submit applications to Human Resource Department: •Drop off: W104 Venture House, Grace Bay, Providenciales •Email: humanresources@sailrockresort.com Interested Turks and Caicos Islands must also submit copies of their application to the TCI Labor Board.
Job Summary Candidate must demonstrate a proven track record of successfully leading/managing in an upscale Food & Beverage environment, with strong culinary experience and training. Responsible for the execution of all company policies and procedures, ensuring that all services provided achieve the established standards within the agreed budgetary controls. Advise the Corporate Executive Chef on all matters relating to the kitchen area and ensure a high standard of cleanliness and hygienic practice throughout the kitchen. Assist the Corporate Executive Chef in budgeting i.e- food cost, payroll, etc. Ensure guest satisfaction with the smooth and effective running of the day-to-day operation. Assist in training and development of culinary staff members. Maintain control of the standards for purchasing and receiving items. Test and evaluate products for quality, paying particular attention to yield/holding qualities/market price/wastage usage of leftovers. Constantly inspect all food service sections during service time to ensure that the correct standards are maintained. Responsible for control of equipment and scheduling maintenance. Qualifications 3 years of experience as an executive chef in a 4-star hotel. Environment, Out-Island experience preferable. Previous working knowledge of a seafood-based menu A proven record of cost control. HACAP trained. A proven record of menu engineering. Salary Range $65,000 - $70,000 yearly Please submit applications to Human Resource Department: •Drop off: W104 Venture House, Grace Bay, Providenciales •Email: humanresources@sailrockresort.com Interested Turks and Caicos Islands must also submit copies of their application to the TCI Labor Board.
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In pursuit of our Hon. James Alexander George Smith McCartney’s legacy - Who will carry the baton? Is it you? By Drexwell Seymour In recognition of National Hero’s Day on May 28,2018, this article is about the legacy of our only named national hero – the late Hon. JAGS McCartney. Thanks to all of the family members, close friends and Dr. Carl Mills’ commentary that provided with me such invaluable information. I know there is so much more, and so, in the words of a friend, TCIG or an organization should commission and document a detailed study on the life of Hon. JAGS McCartney. BACKGROUND The late Hon. JAGS McCartney was born on the island of Grand Turk on June 30, 1945 to Sally Taylor McCartney and Harvey McCartney, a barrister from Jamaica. JAGS was the founder of the People’s Democratic Movement (PDM) and became our first Chief Minister in 1976 at the age of 31. Unfortunately, on May 9, 1980, he died in a plane crash over New Jersey leaving behind his wife Dorothy and very young children (4, 3 and 2 years old). However, he also left an incredible legacy like no other. This article will summarize his legacy in four categories namely, Justice (J), Altruistic (A), Getting Things Done (G) and Sacrifice (S) JUSTICE JAGS was not afraid as he was a bold man advocating equal rights for the people of TCI. He not only spoke about the injustices against Turks and Caicos Islanders but he also took action to ensure that the injustices were addressed. For instance, the TCI had
three military bases, two navy bases in Grand Turk and one coast guard base in South Caicos. However, TCIG was not getting paid directly for this, but rather, the UK was being paid for this. JAGS fought to ensure that the monies were paid directly to TCIG and consequently TCIG received an annual amount of $1.2million dollars from the USA. JAGS along with others ensured that the workers for the Public Works Dept. in Salt Cay got the same pay as the workers in Grand Turk. In Salt Cay, they were getting $5.25 a day but after becoming the Chief Minister, his government increased the rate to $9 a day to be on par with the workers in Grand Turk. JAGS fought for the rights of a lady in South Caicos who almost lost her home to her employer due to her indebtedness to the employer. JAGS met with the employer and demanded that the matter be dealt with differently and in the end the lady was able to retain her home. In the early years, a common phrase was used “back of the buoy” representing a separation between the Turks Islands and the Caicos Islands. Because of connotations and stigma associated with the statement, JAGS along with others removed the buoy. ALTRUISTIC JAGS was altruistic, in that he always put others ahead of him. He was close with everyone in TCI and because of this, his decisions were based on what was best for TCI and not on the political persuasion of individuals. He did not go into politics to enrich himself. This was evident by the fact that he did not accept a salary for a while in his early tenure as Chief Minister, but allowed the money
to remain in the treasury to be used for other purposes. GETTING THINGS DONE JAGS got things done, and this is one great quality of a leader. Before JAGS became chief minister, all of the departments in Government were headed by Englishmen. By the time JAGS’ term was over, most of the departments were headed by locals. This was achieved by his government identifying the areas of need and in turn provided scholarships to TCIslanders (no matter who they were) so that when they returned home they could occupy the top positions in the TCI. Under the PDM government, JAGS was in the negotiation process with the United Kingdom to make Turks and Caicos an independent country by June 1982. In fact, The UK and the TCIG had already agreed on a settlement amount. He didn’t just talk the talk, he walked the walk. JAGS and his government also made a huge effort to ensure that TCI got a quality international airline which was South East Airlines carrying 70 passengers for a duration of two hours between Florida and TCI, which was a significant improvement over the previous airline, Mackey Airline that only had 44 seats and took four hours. SACRIFICE JAGS sacrificed his family time working countless hours to ensure that there was a better Turks and Caicos Islands. He also sacrificed his family belongings (money, food, clothing and whatever he had) so that others who were in a less fortunate position were able to get help. JAGS took many risks to help the Turks
Drexwell Seymour and Caicos Islands including standing as a surety for many. CONCLUSION JAGS was truly one of a kind. He challenged governors and the status quo. He empowered our people. He was sincere and never lost touch with the electorate. He listened to the concerns of the people and even allowed them to present ideas to him. He strived to achieve the promises he made to the people of TCI. JAGS was able to achieve a lot for the people of TCI even before he became the Chief Minister. JAGS was also a negotiator and had a positive impact on people. Who will be bold enough to continue with his legacy and carry the baton? I believed some individuals subsequent to JAGS carried the baton, but they dropped the baton due to either selfish gains, greed, lack of vision, no focus, or partisan politics. However, I know that there are other individuals (known and unknown) in TCI that have the capability of carrying the baton to the finish line without dropping it. Is it you?
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GREAT HOUSE MANAGEMENT LIMITED [SAILROCK] is seeking a qualified candidate for the position below:
General Manager •The General Manager is responsible for the success of resort operations (financially and operationally) while maintaining the integrity of Sailrock Resort service standards. He/she will oversee the daily operation of all resort departments. Responsibilities •Manage organizational change productively by driving continuous improvement, building support for change and adapting to change •Manage all activities of the property including employees, maintenance, sales, and profit & loss controls •Demonstrate visible operational leadership and management to the resort staff •Coordinate, direct and manage the resort operation to achieve maximum profitability, ensure guest satisfaction, protect the financial aspects of the business and maintain the building •Create an environment that assures consistent guest satisfaction •Maintain overall operation of the resort through verification analysis of guest satisfaction systems and financial reports. Ability to initiate corrective action when needed. •Exercise the ability to attract, coach, train, and retain talent by engaging and showing a genuine passion to develop others. Partner with Human Resources to minimize employee relations issues. •Manage and support financial aspects of the resort. Understand and formulate annual operations budget by identifying areas of cost reductions, operational improvements and periodic analysis of expense data. •Work with Executive Director alongside corporate accounting team to prepare, review, and analyze monthly financial reports and to
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be able to describe impact of revenue, profit, or expenses that could affect financial results. Understand monthly P & L reports. •Build and maintain strong working knowledge of HOA relationships •Manage and set room rates alongside sales and marketing team •Oversee the coordination of even and special service activities to ensure overall success of the even operationally and financially •Ensure that the product quality standards are met in all areas of the resort as it relates to the appearance, levels of maintenance and cleanliness; establish and maintain preventative maintenance programs to protect the physical assets of the resort •Be a change agent for the company. Initiate and implement resort management strategic initiatives and programs developed to enhance guest satisfaction. Identify areas of process improvement and leverage best practices by working with appropriate parties. Qualified Candidates will have/be: •5+ years’ experience in Luxury Resort/Hotel Management required •Highly prefer prior experience as a General Manager or an Assistant General Manager •Working Knowledge of Opera system and/or RDP systems preferred •Proficient in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel and Word •Exceptional verbal, written and strategic planning skills •Strong Organizational Skills •Sound Knowledge of all aspects of resort operation and finance •Outgoing personality with excellent interpersonal skills, comfortable speaking and enjoy working with people •Perform any other reasonable duties as required by Executive Director or Resort Ownership •Ability to speak multiple languages a plus •MS/ED.M in International Hospitality & Tourism Salary Range •$70,000 - $90,000 yearly bonus base on experience. Please submit applications to Human Resource Department: •Drop off: W104 Venture House, Grace Bay, Providenciales •Email: humanresources@sailrockresort.com Interested Turks and Caicos Islands must also submit copies of their application to the TCI Labour Board.
Beaches Turks and Caicos Resort Villages and Spa Summer Program: •Must be over 15 years old •Currently enrolled in school (Secondary, Community or other College/University) •Able to take part in the programme for thefull 5 weeks Applications close June 15th 2018. Send a cover letter titled Beaches Summer Programme 2018 accompanying theresume and copy of passport orcopy of the birth certificate with a passport size photo affixed to the attention of M McClean-Vaughn email mmvaughn@grp.sandals.com or Fax to: 941-4870 or drop off in our secureresume drop box at the service gate. There are limited spots; applicants will be advised via text of the interview date and time. Summer Internship attachments are available in the following Departments: •Accounting •Concierge •Cost Control •Dining Room •Environmental Health and Safety •Engineering •Entertainment •Environmental Health & Safety •Front Office •Gift/ Resort Shop •Grounds •Housekeeping •Information Technology
•Kids Camp •Kitchen •Laundry •Photoshop •Projects •Public Relations •Sales •Spa •Stewarding •Training •Travel and Loyalty Department •Watersports •Weddings
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•Previous experience working with multi-cultural/multi-ethnic groups •Minimum of 2-3 years’ experience Salary range: USD24,000 to USD 25,500 per annum.
Come and join our winning team at Seven Star Resort & Spa The following positions are currently available
F&B TRAINER The Food and Beverage Trainer will be responsible for identifying and providing training to all F&B outlet employees while working with and ensuring that all outlets are achieving their training objectives: Duties and Responsibilities •Provide quality training to all F&B outlet employees •Create and adhere to in-house training plan •Identify training and development needs systematically throughout the hotel in conjunction with Line Managers/Head of Department and Human Resources •Assist Line Manager/Head of Department in achieving training objectives and review on a monthly basis •Prepare, organize, administer and conduct in-house training courses and departmental inductions •Ensure new employees have received departmental and legal training Skills and qualifications: •Ability to work conscientiously, meets deadlines, follows instruction and directions, with minimal supervision and detailed oriented •Minimum 5-6 years in a F&B Supervisor/Team leader/ Manager position •Willing to work long hours in all weather conditions and split shifts •Additional language abilities preferred and ability to communicate effectively •First Aid training is preferable •Committed to delivering high levels of customer service •Positive attitude and good communication skills •Excellent grooming standards •Ability to build, train and maintain teams Salary range: USD24,000 to USD 30,000 per annum. DUTY MANAGER The duty manager is responsible for the day-to-day management of the hotel and its staff in the absence of the General Manager and Resort Manager. They have commercial accountability for budgeting and financial management, planning, organizing and directing all hotel services, including front-of-house (reception, concierge, and reservations), food and beverage operations, pool & beach and housekeeping. Requirements: •Checks cleanliness of lobby and public areas, lights and as well as front office staff in proper and orderly appearance and behaviour •Gives the instructions to the Night Reception, during the high occupancy periods, regarding: guests and release room blocked because of no- shows •Handles guest complaints and other related problems •Maintains and be guided of hotel policy on credit/lost and found hotel guests properties •Follows up in credit check report, liaise with credit manager •To responsible for front office operation during the absence of Front Office Manager (HO) and Recreation Team Manager. •Conducts and ensures the neat of appearance of all employees as well as correct attitude and behaviour, discusses problems that encountered on this point with front office manager, recreation manager, assistant front office manager and their shift leaders. •Responsible for the entire property in the absence of the GM Skills and qualifications •Working knowledge of opera system version 5, computers and Microsoft office suite with proficiency in excel and word •Well organized with great written and verbal communication skills •Outgoing personality with excellent interpersonal skills, comfortable speaking andenjoy working with people. •Able to multi-task several projects at once and establish priorities amongst competing interests.Proactive problem solver and must be bilingual in Italian or Spanish Experience Essential •At least 3 to 4 years 5 star hotel managerial experience or combination of education and experience Salary range: USD30,000 to USD 35,500 per annum. Position currently held by a work permit holder RESTAURANT MANAGER: The Restaurant Manager’s main responsibility is to manage the entire restaurant and the staff in the restaurant and ensures all daily duties are done in order to serve our guests efficiently and professionally •Oversee the implementation of service and brand standards in the restaurant •Ensure all staff is trained on the company standards and acts in compliance to the standards •Monitor food & beverage cost in the restaurant and ensure minimum waste occurs •Monitor the POS system and ensure all transactions are properly recorded and settled according to company rules •Ensure daily opening and closing procedures are performed according to standards •Responsible for training, developing and motivating staff •Replenish supplies and inventory in a timely and efficient manner, minimizing waste and controlling cost •Ensure that the restaurant and all restaurant equipment is in proper operational condition and is cleaned on a regular basis •Ensure the restaurant is in compliance with the current health and safety standards at all times •Directly responsible for meeting financial, service and guest satisfaction targets for assigned outlet Skills and Qualifications: •Previous five star restaurant management experience.
EXECUTIVE SOUSCHEF The Executive Sous Chef will be second in command to the Executive Chef assisting with the overall kitchen operation. He or she will be responsible for the consistent preparation of innovative and creative cuisine of the highest quality, presentation and flavor for the dining rooms, banquets and other food facilities, resulting in outstanding guest satisfaction. •Assist the Executive Chef with planning menus for all food outlets •Schedules and coordinates the work of chefs, cooks and other kitchen employees to assure that food preparationis economical and technically correct and within budgeted labor cost goals •Approves the requisition of products and other necessary food supplies. •Ensures that high standards of sanitation, cleanliness and safety are maintained throughout all kitchen areas at all times •Establishes controls to minimize food and supply waste and theft •Safeguards all food preparation employees by implementing training to increase their knowledge about safety, sanitation and accident prevention principles •Develops standard recipes and techniques for food preparation and presentation which help to assure consistently high quality and to minimize food costs; exercises portion control for all items served and assists in establishing menu selling prices •Prepares necessary data for applicable parts of the budget; projects annual food, labor and other costs and monitors actual financial results; takes corrective action as necessary to help assure that financial goals are met •Ensures proper staffing for maximum productivity and high standards of quality; controls food and payroll costs to achieve maximum profitability •Evaluates food products to assure that quality standards are consistently attained •Interacts with food and beverage management to assure that food production consistently exceeds the expectations of members and guests •In conjunction with F&B management team, assist in maintaining a high level of service principles in accordance with established standards •Responsible to the entire kitchen in the absence of the Executive Chef Skills and Qualifications: •Previous five star Executive Chef experience or equivalent experience as Executive Sous Chef. Minimum of 2-3 years’ experience •Must contribute to the Community of the Turks & Caicos Islands by carrying out training etc. •Must have great written and verbal communication skills •Previous experience working with multi-cultural/multi-ethnic groups •Ability to build, train and maintain teams •Must be able to work long hours and all weather conditions Salary range: USD45,000 to USD 50,000 per annum. FRONT OFFICE MANAGER We are seeking an accomplished individual with demonstrated experiences as a Front Office Manager within a Five Star Resort. The successful applicant would oversee the Front Office Operations in accordance with the objectives, performance and quality standards established by the Seven Stars Resort & Spa. This includes Reception, Concierge, Business Centre, Switchboards and Duty Managers. Requirements: •Demonstrated strong experience & background in Front Office Operations with specific emphasis on guest satisfaction. •Excellent people skills, high-energy, entrepreneurial spirit, and professionalism. •Must have International hotel exposure •Must be bilingual •Must be willing to work long hours, holidays and weekends •Working knowledge of all hotel systems, computers and Microsoft office suite with proficiency in excel and word •Well organized with great written and verbal communication skills Duties and Responsibilities •To plan, organize, and motivate all colleagues to excel in delivering quality experience to all guests. •Provide leadership in establishing high-quality standards within the front office department and must possess excellent communication and leadership skills •Responsible for the efficiency and profitable functioning of the Front Office Department which includes Front Desk, Duty Manager Concierge and Bellman Services •Motivate all Front Office colleagues to up-sell rooms and achieve higher average room rate. Maximize rooms revenue and occupancy by effectively maximizing yield and excel in room up-selling and other revenue centers •Identify training needs and implements effective training program. Train colleagues on new work processes, understanding of policies and procedures •Must prepare weekly forecast completed and observes future occupancy •Review all Managers on Duty report and ensure corrective action is carried out •Review all guest comment cards/E-Survey and ensure data is updated to profile notes for future reference. Salary range: USD40,000 to USD54,000 per annum (Salary is negotiable and based on level, experience and qualifications). New Position Crystallization Specialist: This individual will be responsible for grinding and leveling of floors with the required machinery. Responsible for all of the following: Travertine Cleaning , Marble Polishing, Marble Cleaning, Granite Polishing, Etch Removal, Stain Removal, Limestone Cleaning, Lippage Removal, Crack & Chip Repair and Marble Floor Maintenance Requirements: •Knowledge of working with chemicals used for floor restoration, polishing, buffing or crystallization on different stone floor types – Limestone/granite/ marble •Some math and measuring skills along with an eye for detail •Also requires a great deal of lifting, bending and squatting, so a reasonable level of physical fitness is needed. Salary range: USD12,000 to USD 13,500 per annum. Position currently held by a work permit holder
ONLY CANDIDATES MEETING ABOVE REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS WILL BE CONTACTED Candidates should apply to Seven Stars Resort & Spa, Grace Bay Road, Providenciales via e-mail at hr@sevenstarsgracebay.com for consideration or should leave CV’s at the security building for the attention of HR. Prospective applicants who are Belongers kindly send copies of your application to the board. Application deadline: June 15, 2018
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GRACE BAY CLUB PROMOTIONS!
Grace Bay Resorts would like to take this moment to congratulate the recent promotions of our team members at the Grace Bay Club property. We are very proud of their accomplishments and we look forward to their continuous growth with us! Krystal Malcom Promoted from Guest Services Manager to Reservations Manager
Miquel Swann - Promoted from Guest Services Manager to Assistant Director of Guest Services
Krystal Malcolm first joined the Grace Bay Club family as a Human Resources Administrator in 2007 and has continuously made the company proud with her continuous growth and development.In February 2018, Krystal’s diligence to providing excellent customer service and efforts to helping to distinguish Grace Bay Club from the competition, was recognized again with her promotion to Reservations Manager. We look forward to her continued growth with the resort!
Miquel Swann joined the Grace Bay Club family in June 2017 and has continued to surprise us all by the leaps and bounds he has grown since beginning his career here.When an opportunity can to promote him to the position of Assistant Director in 2018, it was a unanimous decision was made that he was ready for this next step. We look forward to his next step with the company!
Tiffany Minnis – Promoted from Guest Services Manager to VIP Relationship Manager
Christie Cadet – Promoted from Personal Concierge to Duty Manager
Tiffany Minnis joined the Grace Bay Club family in March 2016 in the capacity of a Guest Services Manager. In recognition of her hard work, dedication and talent, Tiffany was promoted to the position if VIP Relationship Manager. We look forward to bigger and better things from her!
Christie Cadet joined the Grace Bay Club family in November 2014 as a Cocktail Waitress. She was then promoted to the position of Personal Concierge in September 2016. Christie consistently wowed the guest with her effervescent charm and personality, while embodying the culture and standards of Grace Bay Club. Her nextpromotion came in May 2018 with the position of Duty Manager. We look forward to the Christie’s continued evolution with the resort!
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Hurricane Preparation: A Message from FortisTCI Dear Valued Customers, With the onset of the 2018 hurricane season upon us, I take this opportunity to remind all residents to make every effort to prepare for this hurricane season. With the impact of last year’s hurricanes still fresh in our minds, let us also remember that preparation is key to surviving, and indeed, recovering from these weather-related disasters and other emergencies. At FortisTCI, planning and preparing is an everyday task. Planning is critical to providing continued reliable service to our customers and to executing the right response in emergency situations. The right response considerably improves the country’s chances for a quick recovery - as we proved from At FortisTCI, we work every day our award winning response last year. This is what a good utility at being a good utility. It is this company does.
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At FortisTCI, we work every day at being a good utility. It is this strategic approach that enabled us to safely restore electricity to customers across the Turks and Caicos Islands in less than 60 days, and enabled the country to recover economically. No electricity means no recovery. The economic consequences of a less than swift recovery can be seen in places like the BVI, Puerto Rico, Dominica, St, Maarten, Anguilla, and in Antigua & Barbuda. The Company spent over $35 million in response to Hurricanes Irma and Maria (none of which was covered by insurance), and another $30 million spent on infrastructure development last year, for further investments in a modern and resilient electricity system. FortisTCI has demonstrated and continues to demonstrate its commitment to the Turks and Caicos Islands. Our response (and the return to ‘business as usual’ in the Turks and Caicos Islands) is an example in the Caribbean and internationally of how a utility with the right plan, followed by decisive action and strong partnerships, empowers swift economic recovery.
strategic approach that enabled us to safely restore electricity to customers across the Turks and Caicos Islands in less than 60 days, and enabled the country to recover economically.
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The Company spent over $35 million in response to Hurricanes Irma and Maria (none of which was covered by insurance), and another $30 million spent on infrastructure development last year, for further investments in a modern and resilient electricity system.
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While we cannot predict the impact of hurricanes in any given season or which country will be affected, we can all work together to prepare ourselves to recover as quickly as possible. We urge you to take your preparations seriously.
Eddinton Powell
FortisTCI President & CEO
2017 Winner
Allied Member of the Year
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1st Annual Hiding Behind The LipStick “Uncovered” Women’s Empowerment Conference a success!! F
illed with empowerment and grace, the 1st Annual Hiding Behind The Lipstick “Uncovered” Women’s Empowerment Conference was a huge success. Hosted by Evangelist Dr. Cutella Talbot, the two days conference took place on Friday May 25thSaturday May 26th at Blue Haven Resort Ball Room. Five influential ladies were speakers at the 1st annual conference where lives were empowered and changed due to God’s divine intervention. The Speakers were; Shaletha Sanders, Telishia Berry, Lillian Boyce, Sabrina Green and Cutella Talbot. Host of the event expressed special thanks to all of the sponsors and women who came out and supported the conference. These photographs captured the event. Photos By: Todeline Defralien and Gertrude Saunders-Forbes.
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AROUND THE CLOCK. WE DEL
Having a well-run, well-maintained energy grid is key to providing you with reliable electricity service.
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LIVER THE ENERGY YOU NEED.
As your energy partner, this is our commitment to you. You may not always see us, but our crews are always at work, maintaining your power and improving reliability. Any time, All the time. 2017 Winner
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Sister Sister hosts The Honorable Cynthia “Mother” Pratt at dinner S
ister Sister hosted The Honorable Cynthia Prime Minister of The Commonwealth of the “Mother” Pratt, Former Deputy Prime Minister Bahamas. of The Commonwealth of The Bahamas at dinner Welcoming address was done by Mrs. at Mango Reef restaurant in Providenciales on Lillian Boyce, Founder and CEO of Sister Sister Wednesday May 30th, 2018. TCI, Pastor Karen Higgs prayed for blessings on Several women came together for this the evening; introduction of the guest speaker was very special dinner and introduced themselves to done by Evangelist Stephanie Duncanson and the Mother Pratt. The Honorable Cynthia “Mother” presentation/ vote of thanks by Mrs. Sakera Cook. Pratt ended the night with a very dynamic and inspiring message, telling the crowd of women Photos By: Todeline Defralien and Gertrude about her experience as being the Former Deputy Saunders-Forbes.
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St. Monica’s Anglican Church Spring Affair 2018 S
t. Monica’s Anglican Church raised the bar this year as they hosted their annual Spring Affair last week Sunday May 27th, 2018. Showcasing their African Heritage under the patronage of The Rev. Father Alvardo & Mrs. Michelle Adderley, St. Monica’s Anglican Church presented their Spring Affair 2018 under the theme “We Are The World”. The Honourable Cynthia “Mother” Pratt, Minister of the Gospel, past Deputy Prime Minister of the Bahamas and Renowned Youth at-risk and Community Developer was the Guest Speaker and gave a dynamic address,
telling her story from a poor little girl to holding the position of Deputy Prime Minister. Also attending the event were Premier Hon. Sharlene Cartwright Robinson, Minister of Education Hon. Karen Malcolm and former Minister of Education Hon. Josephine Connolly. Some members from the church were also recognised at this function for their commitment to the great commission to make disciples. Photo Credit: Gertrude Saunders-Forbes.
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HEALTHY
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Puerto Rican death toll from Hurricane Maria 73 times official tally
Hurricane Maria claimed 73 times more lives in Puerto Rico than the official death toll of 64, according to new calculations based on a survey of thousands of residents by a team from Harvard and elsewhere. The group estimates that 4,645 people died between Sept. 20 and Dec. 31, 2017 as a direct or indirect result of the Category 4 storm, and one-third perished because of delayed or interrupted medical care. The researchers say even that estimate may be too low and the numbers “underscore the inattention of the U.S. government to the frail infrastructure of Puerto Rico.” The findings, reported online Tuesday in the New England Journal of Medicine, are likely to be controversial because the tally is far higher than previous independent estimates, the margin of error is wide, and the emergency response to the disaster has become highly politicized after it sparked criticism of President Donald Trump, who promoted a much
lower death toll and was faulted when much of the territory remained without power for months. The chief author of the new study, Caroline Buckee of the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health in Boston, did not respond to repeated emails requesting an interview. The storm and its winds of close to 150 miles per hour caused an estimated $90 billion in damage to an island that had been struggling economically. Many residents subsequently left. A closer look at the Buckee calculation shows that while the researchers estimate 4,645 deaths, statistically there’s a 95 percent chance that the actual number could be as low as 793 and as high as 8,498. When the researchers tried to adjust for the fact that people living in single-person households couldn’t report their own death, they estimated 5,740 excess deaths, with a margin of error ranging from 1,506 and 9,889. The Buckee number is
more than four times higher than a December estimate by the New York Times, which reported that the actual death toll was probably about 1,052 excess deaths based on data from the island’s vital statistics bureau and a comparison of deaths during a comparable period in the two previous years. The count included suicides. At the same time, the Center for Investigative Journalism said it found 985 additional deaths during September and October. A Pennsylvania State University study put the number at 1,085 (which the Buckee team appears to misreport as 1,218). A CNN survey of funeral directors found 499 additional deaths. To come up with its dramatically-larger estimate, the Buckee team randomly conducted in-person surveys of 3,299 of the estimated 1.1 million Puerto Rican households earlier this year, making sure to include remote areas. Respondents were not paid and were asked if a household member had died directly or indirectly as a
result of the storm. Missing people were not counted as deaths. They were also asked about deaths within a fiveminute walking distance. More than 93 percent of the people approached completed the survey “Increases in post-hurricane death rates were observed across age groups and were not a reflection of the migration of younger persons out of Puerto Rico after the disaster,” the team reported. The Buckee team also said that households went, on average, 68 days without water, 84 days without electricity and 41 days without cell phone coverage. In the most remote areas, 83 percent of the households were still without power by Dec. 31. Just over 14 percent said they couldn’t get their medicines. The Times analysis found spikes in deaths from severe infections, diabetes, pneumonia, and breathing disorders such as emphysema. The 2018 hurricane season begins June 1.
Smoking down, but tobacco use still a major cause of death, disease GENEVA - Fewer people are smoking worldwide, especially women, but only one country in eight is on track to meet a target of reducing tobacco use significantly by 2025, the World Health Organization (WHO) said on Thursday. Three million people die prematurely each year due to tobacco use that causes cardiovascular diseases such as heart attacks and stroke, the world’s leading killers, it said, marking World No Tobacco Day. They include 890,000 deaths through second-hand smoke exposure. The WHO clinched a landmark treaty in 2005, now ratified by 180 countries, that calls for a ban on tobacco advertising and sponsorship, and taxes to discourage use. “The worldwide prevalence of tobacco smoking has decreased from 27 percent in 2000 to 20 percent in 2016, so progress has been made,” Douglas Bettcher, director of the WHO’s
prevention of noncommunicable diseases department, told a news briefing. Launching the WHO’s global report on trends in prevalence of tobacco smoking, he said that industrialized countries are making faster progress than developing countries. “One of the major factors impeding low- and middle-income countries certainly is countries face resistance by a tobacco industry who wishes to replace clients who die by freely marketing their products and keeping prices affordable for young people,” he added. Progress in kicking the habit is uneven, with the Americas the only region set to meet the target of a 30 percent reduction in tobacco use by 2025 compared to 2010, for both men and women, the WHO said. However, the United States is currently not on track, bogged down
An illustration picture shows cigarettes in their pack, October 8, 2014 by litigation over warnings on cigarette packaging and lags in taxation, said Vinayak Prasad of the WHO’s tobacco control unit. Parts of Western Europe have reached a “standstill”, particularly due to a failure to get women to stop smoking, African men are lagging, and tobacco use in the Middle East is actually set to increase, the WHO said. Overall, tobacco kills more
than 7 million a year and many people know that it increases the risk of cancer, the WHO said. But many tobacco users in China and India are unaware of their increased risk of developing heart disease and stroke, making it urgent to step up awareness campaigns, it said. “The percentage of adults who do not believe smoking causes stroke are for example in China as high as 73 percent, for heart attacks 61 percent of adults in China are not aware that smoking increases the risk,” Bettcher said. “We aim to close this gap.” China and India have the highest numbers of smokers worldwide, accounting for 307 million and 106 million, respectively, of the world’s 1.1 billion adult smokers, followed by Indonesia with 74 million, WHO figures show. India also has 200 million of the world’s 367 million smokeless tobacco users.
Stressed out middle-aged workers have higher risk of mental health issues Middle-aged adults who feel stressed, powerless or overworked on the job may be more likely to develop mental health problems in the coming years than more contented coworkers, a recent study suggests. For the study, researchers examined data from questionnaires completed by 6,870 workers in the UK who, at age 45, had never been diagnosed with depression, anxiety or other common mental illnesses. Overall, about one-third reported having little control over what they did at work and slightly more than one-fourth described their jobs as very demanding and stressful. By age 50, workers who reported high levels of job strain five years earlier were more than twice as likely to be diagnosed with mental health disorders as the people who had low-stress jobs, researchers report
in The Lancet Psychiatry. With demanding jobs, workers were 70 percent more likely to develop a mental illness by age 50, the study also found. And people who reported having little control over their work were 89 percent more likely to be diagnosed with psychological disorders. “Several studies published over the past decade have suggested a link between workplace stress and poor mental health outcomes amongst employees,” said lead study author Samuel Harvey, head of the workplace mental health research program at the Black Dog Institute at the University of New South Wales in Australia. “However, it has always been difficult to work out which came first: difficult work situations or mental health problems - the classic chicken
or egg situation,” Harvey said by email. While the current study wasn’t a controlled experiment designed to prove that work problems directly cause mental health issues, the fact that none of the workers had any psychological issues at the start of the study period suggests that the job difficulties came first, Harvey said. Even though the study focused on middle age, all of the participants had been followed since birth, allowing researchers to account for a variety of circumstances growing up that might influence the odds that a person would experience job strain or mental health problems. “We were able to develop the most precise picture to date of the possible reasons an individual’s working conditions could impact their mental health,” Harvey said. “When
accounting for non-workplace factors like stressful life events, illness, IQ and early life, the results indicate that people with higher job demands, lower job control and higher job strain were still more likely to develop mental illness by age 50, regardless of sex or occupational class.” While the exact ways that job strain might cause mental illness aren’t clear, stress is a known risk factor for psychological problems as well as a wide range of other chronic health issues like heart disease, diabetes and obesity, said Dr. Sabir Giga, author of an accompanying editorial and a researcher at Lancaster University in the UK. “For individual workers, it’s important to recognize that persistent and long-term stress could lead to physical and mental health conditions,” Giga said by email.
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Areas of Responsibility: •Ensure the proper use of chemicals to clean designated items. •Set up and organize work station with designated supplies and equipment, reporting any shortages. •Assist the culinary and food and beverage staff as necessary. •Properly handle all silver, china, and glassware and locate them in the assigned area. •Ensure the proper breakdown of stations. •Replenish soap and paper towels as needed. •Sweep and mop floors. •Assist with inventory as required. •In addition, other duties as may be required as directed by your Manager. •Ensure all surfaces in the Kitchens, including the floor areas and counters are clean. Key Skills and Requirement: •Minimum 1 years’ experience in a hotel restaurant preferably in a luxury hotel. •Accuracy and attention to detail. •Able to communicate in English both written and spoken. •Must have knowledge in HACCP standards and sanitation. •Able to stand for long periods of time. •Able to carry/ lift up to 30kgs. •Able to handle a fast-paced environment and be able to work under pressure. •Must be organized and detailed oriented. •Good knowledge of industrial dishwasher machine procedures. •Previous experience in a janitorial or cleaning position. •Demonstrated knowledge and experience with Food Safety Regulations. Starting salary is $6.25 an hour not including service charge. SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER* Key Skills and Requirements: • Degree Qualified in either Civil Engineering or Building Construction. • Member of an internationally recognized construction Professional Institution. • Must have min 15 years construction experience including 5 years at Senior Project Manager or Construction Manager Level on multimillion dollar projects. • Management experience on high quality hotel and condominium resort projects in the Caribbean (successful track record of completing projects from start (foundations) to finish (close out). • Must have excellent written and personnel communication skills together
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with strong reporting, commercial skills and abilities. • Ability to properly manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment • Clear verbal and written communication skills to demonstrate and convey a thorough understanding of the entire development process; • Financial acumen to provide concise status and cost reports; • Must be able to perform a key role in project planning, budgeting, and identification of resources needed • Must be able to project accounting functions including managing the budget, tracking if team expenses and minimizing exposure and risk in the project • Must be able to identify the elements of the project design and construction likely to give rise to disputes and claims • Must be able to maintain strict adherence to the budgetary guidelines, quality and safety standards • Develop team approach with Owner, Architect, Engineers, Consultants, Subcontractors, etc. • Define and establish team member responsibilities, communication, and administrative procedures for the team during preconstruction phase Areas of Responsibilities: • Oversee the construction project from start to finish • Assist in preparation of Project Specific Safety Pre-Planning • Assist in preparation of Project Specific Quality Assurance/Quality Control Plan with Commercial Asset Coordinator • Responsible for the management of: • All site operations and contractor coordination • Established QA/QC systems. • Established Site Health and Safety policy. • Close out procedures including testing, commissioning, final inspections and hand over. • Required to chair and record weekly contractor meetings. • Involved in the review and approval of contractor method statements, submittals, RFI’s and shop drawings. • Required to regularly monitor and report on construction progress against the approved schedule. • Ensure that construction activities move according to pre-determined schedule. • Devise the project work plans and make revisions as and when need arises. • Communicate effectively with the contractors responsible for completing various phases of the project. • Co-ordinate the efforts of all parties involved in the project, which include the architects, consultants, contractors, sub-contractors and laborers. • Monitor the progress of the construction activities on a regular basis and hold regular status meetings with all the sub-teams. • Periodic inspection of construction sites. • Ensure project documents are complete. Starting salary $8,500.oo based on experience and qulifications. *POSITIONS MARKED WITH (*) ARE CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER. Interested applicants should apply to The Shore Club,Human Resources Department, Monday through Friday, and bring along an updated resume, or by emailing your resume Attention Tiersa Hall, Director of Human Resources atcareers@theshoreclubtc.comno later than end of day Monday, June 15th 2018. The Shore Club HR Office can be contacted at (649) 339-8000
•Regular meeting swith Managing Director, Management Team and Section Leaders concerning operational/maintenance issues. •Supervise, coachand train Department employees. •Conduct staff assessments Minimum Qualification
PROVO WATER COMPANY LIMITED INVITES SUITABLY QUALIFIED PERSONS TO APPLY FOR THE POST OF OPERATIONS MANAGER Summary The Operations Manager (OM) will be responsible for planning, directing and coordinating the maintenance and operations of Provo Water Company’s systems and contract operations.This position’s primary responsibility is ensuring organizational effectiveness by providing leadership for the operations of Provo Water Company (PWCo).Working with the management team, the position also contribtutes to the development and implementation of organizational strategies, policiesand practices of the Company. Main Responsibilities •Over sigh tof Operations personnel,including licensed operator(s) and contractors •Oversight of PWCo’sassets and systems to achieve optimum returns. •Oversight of the PWCo’scontract operationsin accordancewith contract documents •Coordinate maintenance activities with internal staff and contractors toensure compliance with PWCo standards, the Water and Sewerage Ordinance, other local regulations and industry best practices. •Coordinate the work flow between Customer Service Department and Operations Department to ensure work is executed in an effective and timely manner. •Improve the operational systems, processes and maintenance policies in support of PWCo mission •Manage and increase the effectiveness and efficiency of the Department. •Develop and manage Department budgets in conjunction with Financial management team. •Work with ManagingDirector to developand implement capital projects. •Play a significant role inlong-termplanning, including initiatives geared toward asset management and operational excellence.
•A Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering or other applicable degree from an accredited university. A Master’s degree and professional qualification preferred. •Ten(10) years involving the operation, maintenance, repair and installation of pipeline facilities; water/waste water mains, pumpstations, storage facilities, and system appurtenances; with at least five (5)years of supervisory experience. •Must demonstrate strong project management skills. •Excellent computer skills and proficient in excel,word, outlook, and access •Must demonstrate strong and effective leadership •Excellent communication skills both verbal and written Salary Salary will commensurate with experience and qualifications on scale 82,000 to 86,000 per annum. A company vehicle will be provided. Submissions Interested persons should submit a resume, cover letter, two letters of reference (one from former employer preferred), copies of educational and professional certificates, Police Certificate and a copy of the passport photo page. Deadline 22ndJune 2018 Submission must be marked: Operations Manager Position Addressed to: Managing Director Provo Water Company Ltd 197A Grace Bay Road Providenciales Turks and Caicos Islands If by email, send to: recruitment@provowater.tc
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The Bahamas increases VAT from 7.5 percent to 12 percent
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Peter Turnquest revealed that value-added tax (VAT) will increase from 7.5 percent to 12 percent effective July 1. The increase in VAT is expected to bring in an additional $400 million in new revenue. In his 2018/2019 budget communication, Turnquest said the government must find a way to pay off its “massive backlog of arrears” and set the stage for pending reductions in customs duties when The Bahamas accede to the World Trade Organization next year. “To address that challenge, we are proposing a three-year fiscal strategy that will allow us to both deal with the assorted fiscal pressures that we face in 2018/2019 and beyond and meet the deficit targets each year,” Turnquest said. “As a core component of that strategy are – as mentioned earlier – a number of enhanced revenue measures in the form of an increase in taxes and fees – and enhanced revenue collection efforts – targeting critically needed new revenue. “The incremental revenue gains will permit execution of the government’s three-year fiscal plan as follows: In year one, we will pay off over $170 million in old bills and finally budget properly for current known commitments; in year two, we will pay off over $100 million in additional arrears and begin to implement reductions in customs and excise duties to rebalance the tax burden between the provision of goods and services and reduce the attendant distortionary impacts; and in year three, we will substantially complete the payment of arrears and make further significant
reductions in customs and excise countries hit crisis mode, the path to duties.” correction is extraordinarily hard and To achieve this, the government painful.” will increase taxes on gaming houses, The government projects that VAT immigration fees, licensing fees on collection in 2017/2018 will total $663 large commercial vehicles by $50 for million; it is forecasted to collect over class B and class C vehicles, police $1 billion in the upcoming fiscal year. record fees and fingerprint fees for Turnquest said the government casino employees and introduce new recognized that it must improve its tax port fees. yield on existing taxes immediately. At the announcement of the “That notwithstanding, the VAT increase, opposition members firm determination of this government immediately jeered Turnquest from is that we must fix the situation and do their seats. so beginning today,” he said. “Our government fully “No more kicking the can down appreciates the sacrifice that the the road for someone else to clean substantial increases in the VAT rate up. We are making the tough choices, and other taxes will represent for our understanding that the redress of citizens,” Turnquest said. our fiscal situation does require real “But, as I have repeatedly said sacrifice on the part of our citizens; on record, this government was elected however, by doing so, the country will to do what is right for the welfare of the reverse its spiraling debt situation and country and not to do what is politically set itself up for success in the medium expedient or politically popular. and long term. “Facing the situation that “To ignore the dire fiscal we have, we could do as governments situation before us would be to delay have done before – and simply present the inevitable adjustment. And the a misleading budget with under – longer we would have delayed, the budgeted allocations and hidden worse the correction that would be obligations. required.” “We could have kicked the This is the first time since can down the road and borrowed some VAT’s inception in 2015 that it will be more – delaying the inevitable day of raised. reckoning. The Christie administration “By playing this game we had proposed to implement the tax at 15 would have only made a bad situation percent in most cases, but after public worse. pressure and consultation introduced “The country’s bond rating is it at 7.5 percent. Exemptions While at junk status. The reason for that is Turnquest revealed hefty tax increases, because others before us failed to act he revealed some tax relief. promptly and judiciously. As of August 1, VAT will be removed “But worse than the junk off all breadbasket items, except status, the penalty for inaction is a sugar, which will be removed off the continued quickening crawl toward a breadbasket. fiscal point of no return. This means that there will be “And, as we have seen, when no VAT on butter, cooking oil,
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Peter Turnquest mayonnaise, grits, cheese, corned beef, evaporated milk, margarine, rice, flour, bread, tomato paste, baby cereal, baby formula, soup, broths, baby food, powdered detergents, condensed milk, soaps, fresh milk and mustard. The government is eliminating customs duties on whole salmon, frozen fish fillets, bread spreads, potato products, tofu and prepared and preserved tomatoes. The government is also eliminating VAT on medicines and on residential property insurance. VAT will also be waived on residential electrical bills that are $100 or lower and on water bills that are $50 or lower. “For electricity customers, this would impact over 30,000 BPL households alone,” Turnquest said. “For water customers, this would impact some 43,000 Water & Sewerage customers. “This waiver will be applicable to all licensed utilities in the country.” The government is also increasing the customs personal travel exemption from $300 to $500 per person.
New 30-member Cabinet is largest in Barbados’ history BRIDGETOWN, Barbados — Prime Minister Mia Mottley on Saturday named a 30-member Cabinet less than 48 hours after she led her Barbados Labour Party (BLP) to a clean sweep of all 30 seats in the Parliament. She has indicated that plans are afoot to reform the constitution to allow for the main Opposition party to name two individuals in the Senate, given the results of the May 24 general election. The Cabinet, which was swornin yesterday, includes 26 ministers, two parliamentary secretaries, and two special ambassadors. Mottley, the first woman to head a government in this Caribbean Community (Caricom) country, said that the Cabinet is “relatively large
because I have not only considered the mandate given to us by the people, but also the scope of the work to be done and the level of expertise at our disposal among elected members”. In a radio and television broadcast, she said she would be holding the ministers to “very high standards of efficiency and productivity and therefore offered to share the workload across a significant portion of the parliamentary group. She argued that the theory of a small Cabinet would “create an unrealistic setting for members to function effectively and to produce in this prevailing environment. “Given the dire state of our economy and the tremendous work that will be involved in rescuing and rebuilding this country, the salaries of
a few extra ministers are insignificant, comply with the constitution”. given that there will be extra savings “It is in that vein we have constructed from the containment of wastage and the new Government of Barbados,” she the curtailment of corruption in my said, adding that she has discussed the situation with Governor General Cabinet.” The 53-year-old prime Sandra Mason, in particular the fact minister said that the Cabinet includes that the constitution does not make the “traditional bedrock portfolios” provisions for opposition senators in while embracing new concepts and the absence of a leader of the opposition. “We have discussed the need initiatives. She said that these are all vital for an urgent amendment of the components of the new “multifaceted constitution to allow the opposition Government and economy we are political party securing the highest seeking to create, all of which was number of votes to recommend two outlined very clearly in our manifesto”. appointments to the Senate because In her broadcast, Prime Minister we believe that even though there has Mottley said that given the composition been no official leader of the opposition, of the new Parliament and in keeping my Government would wish to have with the provisions of the law that accommodated the views of the main three members of the Senate are opposition party that secured the appointed to the Cabinet, “we shall largest amount of votes,” she said.
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Bermuda Chief Justice attacks AG over staff crisis Chief Justice Ian of services provided by the Kawaley has heavily criticised Judicial Department. Attorney-General Kathy Lynn The statement said: Simmons for failing to tackle “Given the Judicial Department’s a “staffing crisis” in the Judicial powerlessness in meeting the Department. expectations set by practitioners Mr Justice Kawaley, in and members of the public, this a joint statement with assistant decision was inevitable. registrar Alexandra Wheatley, “The inability to fulfil said the lack of employees was these reasonable expectations crippling the department’s ability continues to be an insurmountable to provide “efficient and effective task without a full complement of access to justice for Bermuda’s staff. residents”. “This deplorable It also revealed that situation not only impacts the the shortage meant Supreme Judicial Department, but its Court jury trials, “where citizen’s consequences are far reaching. liberty is at stake”, would have “Without a doubt, to be adjourned for at least three Chief Justice Ian Kawaley Bermuda as a whole is negatively weeks to accommodate the Court equally onerous procedures of the impacted and quite arguably of Appeal. Department of Human Resources, Bermuda’s reputation in the The statement said: are paralysing the Department’s International Business sector “The Judicial Department has ability to function effectively. will be called into question.” exhausted its attempts to “Efforts by the Judicial The statement said a adequately resolve this crisis. Department to address the staff recommendation to stop using “It is neither helpful shortage crisis have been rigorous 113 Front Street, which was nor is it efficient use of our and continuous since 2016. dedicated to the Court of Appeal, limited and precious resources “Resolutions presented on health and safety grounds, to be further invested in fruitless to gain exemptions from Public created further problems. exercises. Service recruitment policies and It added: “Consequently, “The power to resolve procedures taking into account the Court of Appeal Session this crisis is in the hands of the the constitutional status of the commencing on 4 June 2018 has Honourable Attorney-General Judiciary as an independent had to be relocated Court #1 in and Minister of Legal Affairs who branch of Government have been Sessions House as this is the is the Minister with responsibility summarily rebuffed without only location with the required for the Judicial Department appropriate deliberation.” facilities. and who, like many of her The statement added: “This has resulted in predecessors, has yet to take “This state of affairs is crippling Supreme Court jury trials, where effective action to adequately the Judicial Department’s ability citizens’ liberty is at stake, having meet the administrative needs of to provide efficient and effective to be adjourned for a minimum the Judiciary.” access to justice for Bermuda’s of three weeks as there is no Mr Justice Kawaley and residents.” alternative location for either an Ms Wheatley said the department It highlighted that additional criminal court or for had made “rigorous efforts” to Mr Justice Kawaley had the Court of Appeal. address the vacant posts since already publicly addressed the “This is yet another 2016 but added that there had department’s concerns on several repercussion of inadequate been “little to no effective resolve”. occasions. resources and attention “Government policies for filling A circular published being provided to the Judicial vacant posts, combined with the today gave notice of the reduction Department over the years.”
Guyana defends contract with US-oil giant GEORGETOWN, Guyana – The Guyana government Friday defended its decision to delay the release of oil blocks given to the US-based oil giant, ExxonMobil in its concession offshore Guyana, saying it did so in the interest of national security. Natural Resources Minister Raphael Trotman told the Parliamentary Sectoral Committee on Natural Resources that the David Granger administration felt the blocks should “remain intact” as it had been granted in 1999 because “we believe that the circumstances have not diminished” He told the committee that the from neighbouring Venezuela was still valid and that Exxon has stood up and remained while other companies shied away from going too close to Venezuela. He said also that Guyana
wanted to “work with a company with international gravitas” and political and economic linkages, reiterating that the decision not to release any of the 60 blocks given to Exxon in the area as being “strategic.” The Natural Resources Minister dismissed suggestions that it was illegal for Exxon to be granted that many blocs reminding of the May 2015 decree by President Nicolas Maduro to claiming the area where Exxon has made one of its largest oil discoveries. Trotman told the committee that Guyana had inserted the stabilisation clause in a bid to provide comfort to ExxonMobil that the government would not make any changes because of the threat by Caracas. “We wanted to anchor Exxon in our waters and to let
them know that we are serious,” he said, noting that the US oil giant had given a commitment to begin oil production by 2020. Meanwhile, Trotman said that the government is examining options for the establishment of a National Oil Company and that the authorities had received both positive and negative advice on this initiative. But he said “I believe we will have a national oil company,” noting that there are different models for structuring such a company but referred all further questions on the possibility to President Granger, who recently announced that a new Department of Energy had been created within the Ministry of the Presidency to administer the affairs of the new oil and gas sector.
Antigua PM Browne blasts large countries for climate change and harsh financial sanctions
Antigua’s Prime Minister Gaston Browne Prime Minister Gaston Browne is once again levelling strong criticism against larger countries for the role that they have played in climate change and for their de-risking practices which he said are threatening the Caribbean, and he is calling upon leaders to hold larger nations accountable. Browne, who was speaking at the opening of the Caribbean Development Bank’s (CDB) 48th annual meeting of the board of governors in Grenada yesterday, said, “Hurricanes Irma and Maria also demonstrate the need for those who are responsible for climate change to take responsibility for the devastation they cause and to better respond, with real time and adequate financing, to address the crisis they create.” He said governments should “never retreat” from blasting these sentiments on the world’s stage because the “very existence” of the region hangs in the balance. Browne admonished the gathering that the best route to increasing the resilience of the region is through further tightening of the union among the countries. Meanwhile, Grenada’s Prime Minister, Dr. Keith Mitchell, cautioned that disasters and other hazards associated with climate change are creating a new normal in the region that will require a change in how governments approach development. “Adjusting to the new normal requires comprehensive and coordinated efforts to mainstream climate change considerations in development planning,” said Mitchell, who is also the director of the CDB’s Board of Directors. “In practice, this will require a shift in focus from sustainable development to climate-smart sustainable development.” Prime Minister Browne is also chiding larger countries for harmful de-risking practices, accusing them of stifling regional economies. “They deny us the right to compete in financial services, particularly in differentiated taxation to attract investments,” Browne added. He said these countries have also sought to deny nations in the region the right to operate “well regulated” investor-immigration programmes, gaming and offshore banking industries under the guise that these ventures are harmful to their jurisdictions. “The reality is that their policies are harmful to us and evidently designed to keep us in economic dependency,” he lamented. “The question is, what is next? They may soon resolve that our very existence is harmful to them.” The PM said that resisting these “deceptive acts of economic aggression against our respective countries” is another reason that Caribbean countries should strengthen their union.
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CDB President: Caribbean can “bounce back” by tackling vulnerabilities, building resilience The President of the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB), Dr. Wm. Warren Smith, is urging regional leaders and development partners to work collaboratively and proactively to address the Region’s vulnerabilities, and to support resilience-building in the energy, agriculture and air transport sectors. In his opening statement to the Bank’s Annual Meeting of its Board of Governors, the President shared perspectives on resilience, examined regional success stories and lessons learned, and pointed to opportunities for the Caribbean to triumph over recent setbacks— including the impacts of the 2017 Atlantic Hurricane Season. “Our Region has had to cope with countless natural disasters and other shocks throughout its history. And we have demonstrated repeatedly our ability to ‘bounce back’ from such disastrous events,” Smith told delegates at the event, which is being held in Grenada. “However, our responses have been largely reactionary; and the cost of responding has been rising steadily, undermining other efforts to get onto a sustainable development platform,” the President added. In his statement, Smith urged regional leaders to climateproof their countries’ energy systems and invest in renewable energy and
energy efficiency to build economic resilience. In addition, he highlighted opportunities that technological advances and price reductions in renewables present. “Taking advantage of these opportunities, as well as the widescale adoption of energy-efficiency measures, will assist in laying the basis for economic resilience through reductions in the public sector’s expenditure on energy; strengthening the fiscal balance; reducing borrowing requirements; and, as a consequence, reducing the pressure on countries’ foreign reserves,” Smith noted. The President acknowledged the critical contribution of the agriculture sector to economic activity in the Caribbean, noting that it accounts for over 10 percent of output in Belize, Dominica and Suriname, and as much as 33 percent in Guyana. He said, however, the Caribbean’s agricultural output had fallen consistently since the early 1990s, partly due to climate change impacts such as floods and droughts. “If the Caribbean is to build resilience in agriculture, then substantial investments in changing agricultural practices and adapting to climate change are required,” said the President, who voiced support for increased financing to help farmers upgrade their irrigation and drainage systems to mitigate the risk and
Dr. Wm. Warren Smith, President, CDB, delivers his opening statement during the Bank’s 48th Annual Meeting in Grenada on May 30, 2018 impact of droughts, flooding and soil erosion. CDB, he pointed out, has been funding climate-smart and climate-proofing agricultural projects in countries such as Grenada and Jamaica. The projects also include training; and assistance in irrigation, renewable energy, storage for crops, marketing, extension services and other areas for farmers, who are among the most vulnerable groups in Caribbean societies and often reside in rural, poor communities. In a Region of small island economies heavily dependent on the agriculture, as well as tourism and
CIBC FCIB finances new tug service in The Bahamas Nassau, Bahamas - At the launch of Tug Services Limited (TSL)’s two new tugs, CIBC FirstCaribbean’s Managing Director (Bahamas & TCI) applauded the company for making an “instrumental” move to help build the Bahamian economy. CIBC FirstCaribbean’s Marie Rodland-Allen spoke at the unveiling of TSL’stug boats Rose and Sampson. Tug boats are an intricate component of the fabric of marine and harbour life. For years they have been used to guide cruise ships, container ships and car carriers into the port of Nassau as well as forthe delivery of oil tankers at Clifton Pier. “The services these tugs provide are vital to the Bahamian economy as it relates to tourism – one of our key sectors – and the marine/ CIBC FirstCaribbean is the proud financier of two new tug boats owned and operated by shipping industry at large,” Tug Services Limited. CIBC FirstCaribbean Managing Director (Bahamas & TCI) Marie Rodland-Allen said. Rodland-Allen had the honour of speaking at the ceremonial launch of the two vessels and CIBC FirstCaribbean is greeting their captain. L to R: CIBC FirstCaribbean Director of Corporate and Investment the financier of the two new tug Banking (Bahamas & TCI), Raymond Donaldson; CIBC FirstCaribbean Senior Corporate boats, which arrived recently Manager, Sonia Rutherford; Tug Services Limited (TSL) Captain Eugene Munroe; and as part of TSL’s initiative to CIBC FirstCaribbean Managing Director (Bahamas & TCI), Marie Rodland-Allen. replace aged vessels to better accommodate the major cruise Services to see how best we could for TSL to expand in The ships that would like to call on assist with the acquisition of Bahamas and to further impact the port of Nassau.This state of these tugs.” the economy. It is an excellent the art equipment will contribute “We have a strong move that bodes well for our to the port’s overall efficiency. appetite for projects such as these marine industry, because of the CIBC FirstCaribbean’s that are critical to the success very nature of their work.” Director of Corporate and of the Bahaman economy and Tug Services Limited Investment Banking (Bahamas continue to look for opportunities is a modern-day success story, & TCI) Raymond Donaldson in the market to provide financial 100% Bahamian owned and said, “When we looked at the solutions that range from loans operated by a group of mariners transaction, we believed it was and cash management solutions, with over 50 years of experience instrumental for the Bahamian as well as general day to day in the industry; and with noble economy and tourism, which banking activities,” he added. and historic roots to a grand is a major sector here in The Rodland-Allen said, Bahamian seafaring legend, the Bahamas. So we definitely “Now with these new vessels, late Sir Durward Knowles. wanted to be a partner with Tug there is an excellent opportunity
financial services sectors, Smith said air connectivity is essential to their growth. The “vexed issue of regional air transportation,” he added, presents several major issues that stymie the movement of business and leisure travelers throughout the Caribbean. The President noted that high and regressive taxes and airport-related charges; operational inefficiencies within the principal air carrier; issues in the business environment within which it operates; and arrangements for funding the carrier are among factors constraining the ease and cost of travel in the Region and the growth outlook for intra-Caribbean travel and tourism. “There is no sound justification for the regional airline industry remaining in this situation. Indeed, its survivability is under constant threat,” said Smith. “Empirical research by CDB has demonstrated that we can significantly improve airline connectivity by lowering taxes, liberalising the regional market, and making changes to increase airport efficiency,” he further explained. The President pledged CDB’s collaboration with shareholder governments of the Region’s principal air carrier, as well as the governments of other Eastern Caribbean countries, which benefit from the inter-island services of the sub-regional air carrier.
British officer appointed Police Commissioner in Bermuda An English police officer is to be Bermuda’s new Commissioner of Police. John Rankin, the Governor, has appointed Chief Superintendent Stephen Corbishley to succeed Michael DeSilva. Mr Corbishley, who works for Kent Police in South East England, will be appointed for a fiveyear term. Mr Rankin said: “I am confident that Chief Superintendent Corbishley will serve Bermuda well in his role as Commissioner of Police over the next five years, bringing to the job a wide breadth of skills and experience. “Looking forward, I am equally confident that there is leadership potential within the ranks of the Bermuda Police Service and I have tasked the new commissioner to identify and cultivate that talent with a view to strengthening the service at all levels and creating a clear succession plan for posts at the senior command level.” A government spokesman said there were six candidates for the job, three of whom were Bermudian. A Government House spokesman added: “[Corbishley] has a strong and deep level of skills and experience, having held command positions in both operational and crime divisions in UK policing. “He has considerable strategic experience, including a secondment to the National Crime Agency, which will serve the Bermuda Police Service well as it adapts to emerging global security threats.” Mr Corbishley was said to be respected for his strong partnership approach to policing and his commitment to developing capability. The spokesman added one of Mr Corbishley’s priorities is to establish a programme for developing talented Bermuda police officers with leadership potential to prepare them for senior command positions within the next five years. Mr Corbishley, who is about 50 years old, has been part of the Kent force for 25 years. He was divisional commander of the force’s west division for several years before he was promoted to acting assistant chief constable — the equivalent of assistant commissioner — six weeks ago.
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She came to the US for a better life. Moments after arrival, she was killed
Claudia Patricia Gomez frustrated her, and go to school,” she Two days after the shooting, Gonzalez traveled 1,500 miles to the she decided to leave said. Customs and Border Protection United States, hoping to find a job and her home and head to Her family revised its account of the incident, a better future. Shortly after she set the US to find work. held a news leading to many questions about what foot in Texas, a Border Patrol agent She was following conference in actually happened. shot and killed her. the footsteps of her Guatemala on Friday It initially reported the agent Gomez Gonzalez’s shooting boyfriend, who made and asked for justice. responded to a report of illegal activity Wednesday drew international the same journey “It’s not the on Wednesday and was attacked by attention after a bystander posted about a year before. first time someone migrants armed with “blunt objects.” video of the aftermath on Facebook The 20-yeardies in that country In its latest version of events, the Live, showing her lying on the ground, old had been (United States),” federal agency makes no mention bleeding. traveling for over her aunt, Dominga of any objects and only indicates Authorities changed their two weeks with Vicente, told the group “rushed” the officer after account of the incident, adding to the other migrants when reporters. “There ignoring orders to get on the ground. controversy at a time when the White they were met by a are many people who Additionally, the Border House has cracked down on illegal Border Patrol agent have been treated Patrol at first reported that a round immigration. in a residential area Claudia Patricia Gomez Gonzalez like animals and from the officer’s gun “fatally wounded The deadly encounter in the town of Rio that isn’t what we one of the assailants” but the latest ended the journey Gomez Gonzalez Bravo, Texas. should do as people.” statement refers to the gunshot victim started nearly three weeks ago in an The agent -- a 15-year veteran Representatives with as a “member of the group.” indigenous community in San Juan -- fired one round from his service- Guatemala’s Ministry of Foreign A lot of details on the shooting Ostuncalco, Guatemala. issued firearm, fatally wounding Affairs met with some of her relatives have not been made public. Gomez Gonzalez earned a Gomez Gonzalez, the United States Friday to discuss the repatriation of The federal agency canceled degree in accounting two years ago, Customs and Border Protection said. her remains. a news conference on the shooting but had not been able to find a job. The agent, who has not been identified, “Guatemala condemns violent and instead released its updated “She looked, looked and remains on administrative leave. acts and any other use of excessive statement. An agency spokesman nothing,” her father, Gilberto Gomez, In between sobs, her mother, force by the Border Patrol. We urge declined to comment further, saying said. “I believe that’s the reason why Lidia Gonzalez Vasquez , said she only authorities to respect the rights of our the shooting was being investigated she decided to pursue the ‘American wants her daughter’s body back. citizens, especially their right to live, by the FBI and the Texas Rangers. An dream’.” “My girl did not go there to regardless of their immigration status,” FBI spokesman declined to comment, The lack of job opportunities steal, my girl left to move forward and the ministry said in a statement. citing an ongoing investigation.
Flooding in wake of storm Alberto kills four in Cuba Flooding in central Cuba caused by torrential rainfall in the wake of the subtropical storm Alberto has killed four people and prompted the evacuation of tens of thousands, Cuban state-run media said late on Tuesday. After rain dumped more than 4 inches (10 cm) of water in 24 hours, flood waters swept away a bridge and damaged roads and other infrastructure, leaving many communities cut off and nearly 60,000 people without electricity, the media reported. Authorities had to close down part of the national highway after a nearby river burst it banks when they opened the floodgates of the Palmarito reservoir because it had exceeded its maximum
capacity. Interior Minister Julio Cesar Gandarilla said in a government meeting with provincial authorities headed by new President Miguel Diaz-Canel that four people had died in the flooding. Seventy-seven year old Cuban Quintiliano Simó Ortega died when trying to cross a flooded river by horseback in Trinidad on the south central coast to get to his farm, the Cuban News Agency reported. This is the second crisis Diaz-Canel has faced since being selected six weeks ago to replace Raul Castro as Cuba’s president. The floods come 11 days after a plane crashed shortly after takeoff from Havana, killing 112. On each occasion, he has
A view of a partially flooded farm as Subtropical Storm Alberto passes by the west coast of Cuba, in Bahia Honda, Cuba, May 26, 2018 appeared publicly at the operated behind the scenes. forefront of the crisis Diaz-Canel was cited management, striking a by state media as saying contrast that many Cubans that authorities should focus on re-establishing basic have welcomed to Castro who
services such as electricity and transportation when the weather started to improve. Alberto, the first storm of the 2018 Atlantic hurricane season, which only officially starts on June 1, already weakened into a subtropical depression on Tuesday after making landfall in the south of the United States, according to the U.S. National Hurricane Center (NHC). U.S. forecasters said last week they expected the 2018 Atlantic hurricane season to be near-normal to above-normal in number and intensity of storms. Last year, Hurricane Irma killed at least 10 people during a devastating threeday rampage along the length of Cuba.
Kenya to investigate 10 banks on suspicion of handling stolen funds George Kinoti, the director of NAIROBI Kenyan authorities will investigate 10 criminal investigations, told Reuters financial institutions suspected of the list published by the newspaper handling funds that were stolen was accurate. from the government’s National “They will be investigated,” Youth Service (NYS), the director of he said, without giving more details. criminal investigations confirmed on Dozens of senior officials Thursday. and business people were taken into The Daily Nation named nine custody on Monday and face charges commercial banks and a financial co- related to the theft of nearly $100 operative society as the institutions million from the youth agency. that police and the central bank are Lamin Manjang, the chief investigating. executive of Standard Chartered The list of lenders included Kenya, confirmed that the company the East African country’s biggest was under investigation by bank by assets, KCB Group, and “authorized government agencies”. Standard Chartered’s Kenyan In a statement, KCB said: business. “This issue is under inquiry by legally
mandated investigating authorities On Tuesday, central bank governor and is a subject matter of a court Patrick Njoroge said an unspecified case.” number of lenders were under Other banks named in the list investigation, with the first phase were Stanbic Kenya, Equity Group, focusing on tracing the recipients Barclays Kenya, Co-op Bank, of the funds from the NYS and the National Bank, Diamond Trust, recovery of the assets. Consolidated Bank and Unaitas, a President Uhuru Kenyatta financial co-operative. pledged to stamp out graft when he “At Barclays Bank of Kenya, was first elected in 2013, but critics we take governance very seriously say he has been slow to pursue top and to that end, we always co-operate officials. No high profile convictions fully with any investigating agencies have occurred since he took office. as called upon,” the company told On Thursday, about 200 Reuters in an emailed response. protesters marched through the The other seven institutions streets of the capital Nairobi to were not immediately available to protest against what they said was “high levels of corruption”. comment.
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Former Australian deputy Four years on, MH370 families await PM criticized for paid report as search ends for missing plane Malaysia’s new “initially similar” to the course with the relevant parties. interview on love affair government has promised to actually taken by the aircraft. “We will continue to
Australia’s Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull stands next to Barnaby Joyce, Australia’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Agriculture and Water Resources, during an official signing ceremony at Parliament House in Canberra, Australia March 24, 2017 Australia’s scandal-hit former deputy prime minister was widely criticized on Tuesday for agreeing to a paid tell-all television interview about an extramarital affair, threatening further disharmony in Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull’s government. The move is unusual for an elected official - Barnaby Joyce is now a backbencher in the Liberal-National coalition government - and prompted calls from his own party for a ban on payments for media appearances by serving politicians. The payment, which media said was A$150,000 ($112,950), provoked critical comment on social media and again raised the hackles of Turnbull, who this year lambasted Joyce’s “shocking error of judgment over the affair with his media adviser. “It has been very widely criticized,” Turnbull told Tasmanian radio station LAFM, speaking of the interview payment. “It is certainly not a course of action I would have encouraged him to take, I will put it that way.” Joyce, perhaps best known for once threatening to kill U.S. movie star Johnny Depp’s dogs over a quarantine violation, had requested the media respect his privacy when his affair with staff member Vikki Campion was made public. He resigned as leader of the Nationals, the junior coalition partner, in February after weeks of pressure. Joyce and Campion now live together and recently had a child, a son whom Joyce said would be the beneficiary of the interview payment. Joyce added that Campion, as a private citizen, had a right to make money from an already intrusive situation. “In the last fortnight we’ve had drones over our house, we’ve had paparazzi waiting for us,” Joyce told reporters in Canberra. “We tried just burning this out and that didn’t work.” As Joyce continues to enjoy influence within the conservative wing of the coalition government, political analysts said Turnbull can ill afford any split, with a federal election less than a year away. “The government cannot be seen to fighting publicly,” said Haydon Manning of Flinders University in South Australia. “Disunity is death, as they say in Australian politics.” Backbench lawmakers are permitted to accept money for media engagements, but Australian lawmakers have traditionally shunned financial offers.
release a long-awaited report Peter Foley, who led maintain communication with into the disappearance of the Australian Transport Safety relevant parties,” Hua Chunying Malaysia Airlines flight MH370 Bureau’s search efforts, told told a regular news briefing in as a privately funded underwater an Australian Senate hearing Beijing. search ended on Tuesday. “control inputs” had been made to Voice 370, a group Flight MH370, carrying fly the airliner off course, but he representing the relatives of 239 people, vanished enroute could not say if one of the pilots those aboard the flight, has from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing had done so. pressed the new Malaysian on March 8, 2014, becoming one Malaysian investigators government to review all matters of the world’s greatest aviation said in 2015 they had found related to MH370, including mysteries. nothing suspicious in the “any possible falsification or The government of Prime financial, medical or personal elimination of records related to Minister Mahathir Mohamad histories of the pilots or crew. MH370 and its maintenance”. said last week that U.S. seabed (GRAPHIC: The search for Calvin Shim, whose exploration firm Ocean Infinity, MH370: tmsnrt.rs/2L3ZZHo) wife was a crew member on the which had scoured the southern The decision to engage plane, said he was concerned Indian Ocean for the aircraft Ocean Infinity came after that the accident report would since January, would end its Australia, China and Malaysia not include key information such hunt on Tuesday. ended a fruitless A$200-million as the plane’s full cargo manifest The previous ($159 million) search across and the results of a separate administration of Najib Razak, a 120,000 square-kilometer investigation by Malaysian who was defeated in a stunning (46,332 square mile) expanse of police. election upset on May 9, had the Indian Ocean last year. “We know that this issue promised up to $70 million to the This was despite is already four years old and a lot Texas-based firm if it found the investigators calling for the of people involved want closure,” plane within 90 days. target area to be extended north he said. Malaysia’s transport by 25,000 square kilometers “These four years have minister, Anthony Loke, said (9653 square miles). not been fun to us, the families.” a full report into MH370’s Ocean Infinity CEO Australia’s Deputy disappearance would be Oliver Plunkett said on Tuesday Prime Minister Michael published in the near future, but their team had searched more McCormack said the search had he did not give a date. than 112,000 square kilometers tested the limits of technology “I can assure you the (43,243 square miles) of ocean and capacity of experts and final report will be published floor in a little over three months. people at sea. with full disclosure. There will While the outcome It would only resume not be any edits, or anything was “extremely disappointing”, if there was “credible evidence hidden,” he told reporters late on Plunkett hoped the company which identifies a specific Monday. would be able to offer its services location of the missing aircraft”. Asked whether the report again in a future search for the “We will always remain would refer to controversial airliner. hopeful that one day the aircraft elements of the MH370 case, he Asked if China would will be located,” McCormack’s said: “To me, whatever elements, consider further funding for office said in a statement. we will just publish it”. the search, or whether search The only confirmed Last year, Australian organizations had asked China traces of the plane have been authorities said the MH370 for more resources, foreign three wing fragments found captain had flown a route on his ministry spokeswoman Hua washed up on Indian Ocean home simulator six weeks before Chunying said China had always coasts. the disappearance that was maintained close communication
Zimbabwe sets first post-Mugabe elections for July 30 HARARE - Zimbabwe will hold presidential and parliamentary elections on July 30, President Emmerson Mnangagwa said on Wednesday, a vote he promises will be free and fair with international monitoring after the ouster of 94-year-old strongman Robert Mugabe. Mnangagwa, who took power after the November military coup against Mugabe, counts on the election to bolster his legitimacy as he pursues a promised break with Mugabe’s repressive policies while urging foreign investors to return to Zimbabwe. Missing from the July ballot for the first time in 20 years will be Zimbabwe’s foremost political gladiators, Mugabe and Morgan Tsvangirai, the longtime opposition Movement for Democratic Change (MDC) leader who died of cancer in February. The Zimbabwe Electoral Commission (ZEC) said it had picked companies in southern Africa to print ballot papers and supply voting ink. The MDC wanted printing of ballots to be put to an open tender, but this was rejected by the government. ZEC chairwoman Priscilla
Zimbabwe President Emmerson Mnangagwa announces the date for the general elections in Harare, Zimbabwe May 30, 2018 Chigumba told reporters that the commission’s partners, including U.N. agencies, would provide a quarter of the $198 million budget needed to hold the elections. Mnangagwa has invited the Commonwealth to monitor voting in Zimbabwe for the first time since 2002 when Harare was suspended from the group over accusations of rigged elections. He has applied for Zimbabwe to rejoin the Commonwealth. If the election is approved by international monitors, it could be a key step to unlocking foreign lending to Zimbabwe, which has been largely cut off for
two decades. The vote is being cast as a fight between the old guard of Zimbabwe’s 1970s independence war and a younger generation. Mnangagwa’s main challenger is 40-year-old Nelson Chamisa from the MDC, who has energised the party, drawing huge crowds at rallies in some of the ruling ZANU-PF party’s rural redoubts. Sixty percent of the 5.4 million voters on the new register are under 50 years old, according to official data. The Constitutional Court on Wednesday dismissed an application by Zimbabweans living abroad to be allowed to vote. The court did not immediately give a reason. In a brief statement in an official government gazette, Mnangagwa said he had fixed July 30 “as the day of the election of the president, the election of members of the national assembly and election of councillors.” Prospective candidates will be registered on June 14. A presidential runoff vote is set for Sept. 8 if no candidate gets at least the 50 percent-plus-one vote required to win.
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Parkland killer boasted of mass murder plans in cell phone videos
The teen charged with shooting 17 people dead at his former high school in Parkland, Florida, boasted of plans to commit mass murder in a series of cell phone videos recorded by him before the rampage and released on Wednesday by prosecutors. In one of the three video clips, Nikolas Cruz, 19, calmly declares, “Hello. My name is Nik and I’m going to be the next school shooter of 2018.” He goes on to say: “My goal is to kill at least 20 people with an AR-15,” referring to the assault-style rifle he is seen holding in the footage. Brandishing the rifle at another point, Cruz says: “You’re all going to die,” adding with a chuckle, “Can’t wait.” The video clips were part of an inventory of prosecution evidence recently shared with the defense team during the pre-trial discovery process, said Constance Jones-Simmons, a spokeswoman for the Broward County state attorney’s office. The Miami Herald and other media outlets obtained copies through a public records request after seeing mention of the footage in court documents, she told Reuters. The three videos, none longer than 90 seconds in duration, are believed to have been made a short time before the shooting rampage on Feb. 14 at Marjory
Nikolas Cruz sits next to his attorneys appointed by the Broward Public Defender’s Office as a judge determines if he can afford his own lawyer, in Broward Courthouse in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, U.S., April 11, 2018 Stoneman Douglas High School, but Jones-Simmons said she did not know precisely when they were recorded. Cruz, a former Stoneman Douglas student expelled for disciplinary problems, has been described by former classmates as a social misfit and trouble-maker who was fascinated with guns. Police have said they responded to numerous calls related to the teenager in the years leading up to the massacre. But authorities, who say Cruz confessed to the killings after his arrest, have never offered a possible motive for the bloodshed. Release of the video “selfies,” posted online by the Herald, shed little new light on that question except to suggest Cruz felt he was
treated as an outcast. In one video, Cruz said his former classmates thought he was “an idiot and a dumb ass.” He also professed his love for a girl he mentioned only by first name, and said he hoped to see her in the “afterlife.” The gun seen in the video is apparently the rifle authorities say Cruz legally purchased from a licensed gun dealer last year and ultimately used as the murder weapon. He is charged with 17 counts of murder and 17 counts of attempted murder stemming from the Parkland killings, which rank as the second-greatest loss of life from gun violence at a public school in modern U.S. history, after a 2012 shooting rampage at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Connecticut, that left 20 first-graders and six adult educators dead. The Florida shooting triggered an extraordinary protest movement and lobbying campaign for tougher gun control restrictions led by student survivors of the Parkland massacre and parents of the victims. Cruz, whose own lawyer had called him a “broken human being” who feels remorse for his crimes, is being held in the Broward County jail without bond in Fort Lauderdale, and is on suicide watch, officials said.
Cuba’s new leader praises Maduro in ‘solidarity’ visit to Venezuela
CARACAS Cuba’s President Miguel Diaz-Canel flew to Caracas on Wednesday for his first foreign trip as head of state, a show of solidarity for Venezuela President Nicolas Maduro, whose controversial re-election this month has drawn condemnation in the West. “I pledge to you that no matter how big the challenges, you can count on Cuba today and forever,” Diaz-Canel said after meeting Maduro in the Miraflores presidential palace. “Venezuela now needs our solidarity,” he earlier told Venezuela’s President Nicolas Maduro speaks next to Cuba’s President Miguel Diaz-Canel Venezuela’s Constituent Assembly, during their meeting at the Miraflores Palace in Caracas, Venezuela May 30, 2018 a pro-government legislative Rodriguez, a senior Maduro ally Venezuelan opposition superbody. who heads the Assembly, which politicians say bilateral relations The United States, the critics say has undermined the with Cuba are deeply unfavorable. European Union and major opposition-controlled legislature, “Maduro did not sell the country, Latin American countries have the National Assembly. he handed it over. NATIONAL condemned Maduro’s May 20 re- Maduro was the first SHAME!” tweeted opposition election, saying it did not meet foreign leader to meet with lawmaker Juan Guaido, posting democratic standards. Diaz-Canel last month after he a picture of Diaz-Canel wearing a Two of his rivals were succeeded Raul Castro to become sash with the yellow blue and red barred from standing and the president of the Communist-run Venezuelan colors on Wednesday. election board is run by loyalists. island. Diaz-Canel flew to The U.S. government imposed new Venezuela, which holds Venezuela with his wife Liz sanctions on the crisis-stricken oil the world’s largest oil reserves, Cuesta as first lady, in a break exporter. exchanges crude for Cuban with custom during the nearly 60 But China and Russia medical and other technical years’ rule by the Castro brothers have warned against meddling services, though deliveries have Fidel and Raul who generally in the Socialist-run country, and dropped in recent years during an traveled without their spouses. fellow leftist governments in the economic implosion in the country Diaz-Canel’s visit came region from Cuba to Bolivia have of 30 million people. as Cuban authorities faced the offered their support. “We felt (Maduro’s) victory chaos of flooding in the wake of “Your words express the as our own,” Diaz-Canel said. Subtropical Storm Alberto that best of the Cuban people and we “Venezuela has supported Cuba in has killed already four people and are forever grateful for the support many ways throughout its history. prompted the evacuation of tens of you have given us,” said Delcy We have a debt of gratitude.” thousands.
UAE jails activist Ahmed Mansoor for ten years over social media posts
Ahmed Mansoor, one of the five political activists pardoned by the United Arab Emirates, speaks to Reuters in Dubai November 30, 2011 RIYADH - Prominent Emirati activist Ahmed Mansoor has been sentenced to 10 years in jail and fined 1 million AED ($272,000) on charges of criticizing the United Arab Emirates government on social media, The National newspaper reported late on Wednesday. A trade and tourism hub, the UAE is an absolute monarchy that tolerates little public criticism of its ruling system and has prosecuted Mansoor and other pro-democracy activists for making what it called insulting comments about the country’s leaders. Mansoor was among five activists convicted of those charges in 2011 amid the “Arab Spring” protests calling for reform in other Arab states. Mansoor, an electrical engineer and poet, was arrested in March 2017 and accused of promoting a sectarian and hate-incited agenda. The court cleared him of terrorist-related charges, according to The National. Rights groups have called for Mansoor’s release, calling his detention a violation of freedom of expression and opinion. Amnesty International, on Thursday, said Mansoor was sentenced to 10 years in jail for speaking out against human rights violations in the UAE on social media and called on the authorities to quash the sentence and release him. “This is a violation of his right to freedom of expression!” a tweet from the international organization said.
Fourteen people injured in multiple vehicle collision in England
People gather at the site of a crash involving a bus and around 25 other vehicles in Dartford, Kent, England, May 29, 2018, in this still iamge taken from a video obtained from social media A bus and around 25 other vehicles were involved in a road traffic incident in southeast England on Tuesday, lightly injuring 14 people, emergency services said. After the incident in Dartford, Kent, one man was arrested on suspicion of careless driving, Kent Police said.
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Volcanic lava flow spurs more evacuations on Hawaii’s Big Island
HONOLULU - Molten rock from several lava-spewing fissures opened by Kilauea Volcano crept toward clusters of homes and vacation rentals on the eastern tip of Hawaii’s Big Island on Wednesday, prompting authorities to usher residents out of the area as a precaution. Evacuation of the Vacationland development and adjacent Kapoho community, rebuilt after a destructive eruption of Kilauea in 1960, came on the 28th day of what geologists rank as one of the biggest upheavals in a century from one of the world’s most active volcanoes. Mehana Kihoi hands out goods to Leilani Estate evacuees at the community organized Pu’uhonua o The Hawaii County Civil Puna, a center to help those affected by the recent lava eruption, in Pahoa, Hawaii, U.S., May 29, 2018 Defense agency issued the advisory as lava flows picked up speed late on community to the south. An estimated 2,500 residents Tuesday and early on Wednesday and Civil defense officials also in all have been displaced since the threatened to cut off a key traffic route pointed to severe communication eruption began nearly four weeks ago, into the seaside area on the far eastern outages in the area due to downed Magno said. The bulk of evacuees were flank of the volcano. power and phone lines, reinforcing the forced from their homes at the outset, “Residents in the Kapoho area, decision to proceed with evacuation in and around the Leilani Estates including Kapoho Beach Lots and plans immediately rather than wait community farther west, where Vacationland, are advised to evacuate,” for a potential emergency. concentrations of noxious volcanic the agency said in a morning bulletin. Residents were urged to stay gases remain high. “You are at risk of being isolated due tuned to local radio stations for further Hawaii County Mayor to possible lava inundation of Beach updates. Harry Kim on Wednesday renewed Road.” The number of people affected by an emergency proclamation for 60 On Tuesday, a lava stream Wednesday’s evacuations was not more days, allowing construction of crossed a larger east-west route, precisely known, but Kapoho and temporary shelters and other relief Highway 132, as it advanced toward Vacationland together encompass projects to proceed on an expedited the greater Kapoho area. A separate about 500 homes, mostly vacation basis, without reviews and permits flow of red-hot molten rock was headed rentals, according to Civil Defense normally required. in the direction of the Vacationland Administrator Talmadge Magno. At least 128 structures on the island
Canada to impose sanctions on more Venezuelan officials
Canadian Foreign Minister Chrystia Freeland OTTAWA - Canada will impose targeted sanctions on 14 Venezuelan officials, adding to its previous moves to put pressure on President Nicolas Maduro’s government, the foreign ministry said on Wednesday. The sanctions were in response to Venezuela’s “illegitimate and anti-democratic presidential elections,” it said in a statement. Earlier this month, Maduro won a new six-year term in an election that was denounced by a string of countries as unfair, triggering fresh sanctions from the United States. The new Canadian sanctions include freezing the assets of the officials and prohibiting Canadians from having property or financial dealings with them. “These sanctions send a clear message that the Maduro regime’s anti-democratic behavior has consequences,” Canada Foreign Affairs Minister Chrystia Freeland
said. Venezuela’s Foreign Ministry said Ottawa was bowing to pressure from the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump to avoid losing “benefits” in its trade deals with the United States. “It is crystal clear that Canada’s obsessive behavior against Venezuela is a result of the humiliating subordination of its foreign policy to the racist and supremacist administration of Donald Trump,” the Foreign Ministry said in its statement. Last September, Canada imposed sanctions against 40 Venezuelan senior officials, including Maduro. Critics say Maduro has plunged the nation into its worst-ever economic crisis. Canada is a member of the 12-nation Lima Group, which is trying to address the crisis.
have already been destroyed, cut off or otherwise left uninhabitable by lava flows, Kim said. Magno said 75 homes have been demolished. Kilauea’s main crater at the volcano’s summit has continued to periodically belch ash high up into the sky. But National Weather Service meteorologist Tom Birchard told reporters during a conference call that most of the ash was blowing out to sea on the prevailing trade winds, then dissipating quickly. Nevertheless, some ash and fumes have been spouted high enough into the atmosphere to be carried far over the Pacific Ocean, with observers in the Marshall Islands, Micronesia and Guam detecting traces of vog - a hazy mix of sulfur dioxide, aerosols, moisture and fine particles, Birchard said. Kilauea rumbled back to life on May 3 as it began extruding lava and toxic gases through a series of cracks in the ground on its eastern flank, marking the latest phase of an eruption cycle that has continued nearly nonstop for 35 years. The occurrence of new lava vents, or fissures, now numbering about two dozen, have been accompanied by flurries of earthquakes and intermittent eruptions from the summit crater, including a magnitude 5.3 tremor measured on Wednesday.
French police clear out Paris migrants camp PARIS - Police cleared an illegal refugee camp in Paris on Wednesday, in the French government’s latest attempt to deal with a migrant influx the country has been facing for the past three years. At the Millenaire camp northeast of Paris, riot police flanked migrants as they boarded buses to temporary housing around the city. Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo said some 1,000 migrants out of the 1,600 counted on site had been evacuated. A prefect for the greater Ile-de-France region said other dismantling operations at smaller camps in and around Paris would take place “as soon as possible.” The migrants were being moved out of the camp for general welfare and security reasons, French Interior Minister Gerard Collomb said in a statement. “Police services will be fully committed to preventing such camps being built again,” Collomb said. The evacuation was the 34th to take place since June 2015, he said. Europe has faced a migrant crisis since 2015, after years of conflict in the Middle East. More than 1 million people from Africa and the Middle East flooded into the continent. In France, much of the migrant influx ended up in the northern port of Calais, where a giant slum was cleared by the authorities in late 2016. Most of the rest have gathered in Paris and the southeast near the Franco-Italian border. Officials and NGOs say 2,700 illegal migrants live in the Paris area. They said the migrants being evacuated would be taken to 24 accommodation centers around Paris, where they would be allowed to file
Migrants with their belongings stand in line as French police evacuate hundreds of migrants living in makeshift camps in Paris, France, May 30, 2018 asylum requests. An NGO worker at the camp told Reuters his teams had counted around 900 migrants, many from Sudan, Somalia and Eritrea, boarding buses. “A lot of these migrants believe they will end up being welcomed here, in France. We try to inform them on the realities they face, because if they have left their fingerprints in another country, they will be expelled,” said Yann Manzi, who works for Utopia 56, an NGO that provides legal help to refugees. Under European law, asylum seekers must remain in the first European country they enter. They often have to register with their fingerprints when they arrive. French President Emmanuel Macron’s government has said it wants to be both firm and fair on immigration. But it has taken a tougher stance lately, with parliament approving a bill that tightens asylum rules .
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U.S. jury awards Apple $539 South Africa investigates million in Samsung patent retrial $80 million bitcoin scam After nearly five days Apple this year told of deliberations, a U.S. jury jurors it was entitled to $1 billion on Thursday said Samsung in profits Samsung made from Electronics Co Ltd should pay selling infringing phones, saying $539 million to Apple Inc for the iPhone’s design was crucial to copying patented smartphone their success. features, according to court Samsung sought to limit documents, bringing a yearsdamages to about $28 million, long feud between the technology saying it should only pay for profits companies into its final stages. attributable to the components of The world’s top its phones that infringed Apple smartphone rivals have been in patents. court over patents since 2011, Jurors in the earlier trial when Apple filed a lawsuit awarded $1.05 billion to Apple, alleging Samsung’s smartphones which was later reduced. and tablets “slavishly” copied its Samsung paid $548 products. Samsung was found million to Apple in December liable in a 2012 trial, but a 2015, including $399 million disagreement over the amount to Silhouette of mobile user is seen next to for infringement of some of the be paid led to the current retrial a screen projection of Apple logo in this patents at issue in this week’s over damages where arguments picture illustration taken March 28, 2018 trial. ended on May 18. said it was retaining “all options” Apple’s case against Samsung previously paid to contest it. Samsung raised the question of Apple $399 million to compensate “Today’s decision flies in whether the total profits from a Apple for infringement of some of the face of a unanimous Supreme product that infringes a design the patents at issue in the case. Court ruling in favor of Samsung patent should be awarded if the The jury has been deliberating the on the scope of design patent patent applies only to a component case since last week. damages,” Samsung said in a of the product, said Sarah Burstein, Because of that credit, if statement. “We will consider all a professor of patent law at the the verdict is upheld on appeal options to obtain an outcome that University of Oklahoma. it will result in Samsung making does not hinder creativity and fair The verdict appears to an additional payment to Apple of competition for all companies and be a compromise between Apple nearly $140 million. consumers.” and Samsung’s positions and In a statement, Apple said The new jury verdict does not offer much clarity on it was pleased that the members followed a trial in San Jose, that question, said Burstein, who of the jury “agree that Samsung California, before Judge Lucy predicted Samsung would appeal should pay for copying our Koh that focused on how much it to the U.S. Court of Appeals for products.” Samsung should pay for infringing the Federal Circuit. “We believe deeply in the Apple patents covering aspects “This decision just value of design,” Apple said in its of the iPhone’s design. The jury means we are going to have statement. “This case has always awarded Apple $533.3 million for more uncertainty,” Burstein said. been about more than money.” Samsung’s violation of so-called “Smart tech industry players are Samsung did not design patents and $5.3 million waiting to see what the Federal immediately say whether it for the violation of so-called utility Circuit does. This is just one jury planned to appeal the verdict but patents. applying one test.”
JOHANNESBURG - South African authorities are investigating an alleged cryptocurrency scam that defrauded investors of 1 billion rand ($80 million) with promises of huge returns that never materialized, police said on Friday. The fraud investigation involves a company named BTC Global, which told clients they would earn 2 percent per day, 14 percent a week and 50 percent in a month, the police said. A search for the company on the internet showed its services had been suspended. The website lists Steven Twain as the “primary trader”. A request for comment by Reuters sent to an email address listed on the website as belonging to Twain received no response. “Members of the public are believed to have been targeted as part of the scam and encouraged by agents of BTC Global,” the police said in a statement. “Some of the investors got paid in terms of the agreement. However, the payments suddenly stopped.” Local technology news website mybroadband.co.za had reported in March that more than $50 million was lost by investors in BTC Global. “This may prove to be the tip of the iceberg with potentially thousands more yet to discover they’ve lost money,” police investigator Yolisa Matakata said. The investigation follows a case this week where kidnappers demanded a ransom in bitcoin of nearly $120,000 to release a South African teenage boy. On Thursday South Africa’s central bank said it was in the process of determining whether cryptocurrencies complied with its financial surveillance and exchange control regulations.
Buffett proposed to invest $3 billion in Uber, but talks failed Billionaire Warren Buffett reporting was entirely accurate.” had proposed to invest $3 billion in Asked about whether the Uber Technologies Inc [UBER.UL] talks could resume, Khosrowshahi earlier this year, but the talks failed said it was “always possible” and he following disagreements over the would welcome any kind of dialogue deal’s terms, Bloomberg reported on with Buffett. A representative for Buffett Wednesday, citing unidentified people familiar with the matter. did not immediately respond to a Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway request for comment. would have provided a convertible Buffett, who had long shunned loan to Uber that would have protected the technology sector, has become Buffett’s investment should the a top shareholder of Apple Inc, and Silicon Valley ride-hailing company expressed regret about not investing in Alphabet Inc., Google and Amazon. hit financial crisis, the report said. Uber Chief Executive com Inc before they became huge. Berkshire has $108.6 billion Officer Dara Khosrowshahi proposed decreasing the size of the deal to $2 in cash and equivalents as of the end billion, giving Buffett a smaller share of March that it is eager to invest. of the company. The deal fell after the Berkshire said much of the two sides could not agree on terms, $14.8 billion it invested in equities Bloomberg reported, citing a source. during the first quarter went to Apple, Buffett told CNBC that “some and said it owned 239.6 million shares of the reported details are not correct” worth more than $40 billion. but confirmed that Berkshire did have That said, Buffett may view Apple and Uber less as technology talks with Uber. Khosrowshahi also confirmed companies than strong brands with in an interview with that Uber did loyal customers. Berkshire has more have discussions with Buffett, but than 90 operating units including the added that he didn’t think “the BNSF railroad, Geico auto insurance,
FILE PHOTO: Warren Buffett, CEO of Berkshire Hathaway Inc, pauses while playing bridge Dairy Queen ice cream, Fruit of the Loom underwear, See’s Candies and a variety of industrial, utility and chemical operations. Larger stock investments are normally made by Buffett, but he has
handed over more responsibility to his investment deputies Todd Combs and Ted Weschler in recent years. Khosrowshahi has since his August appointment been trying to improve the image of Uber, which has been rocked by management turmoil and tarnished by revelations about an alleged sexist workplace culture tolerant of chauvinism. The Uber board of directors has committed to a 2019 initial public offering, and Khosrowshahi has not strayed from that timeline. An investment by Buffett would likely have been viewed as a stamp of approval. In the last decade, Buffett has invested billions of Berkshire dollars to support companies seeking a pick-me-up, including investments in Goldman Sachs Group Inc, General Electric Co and Bank of America Corp during or in the aftermath of the global financial crisis. Many of these have carried favorable terms for Berkshire, giving it a reputation as a lender of last resort to companies in need. In February, Uber was valued at $72 billion.
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Apple sees steep increase in U.S. national security requests Apple Inc on Friday issued its twice yearly transparency report on government data requests, showing another sharp increase in U.S. national security-related requests. Apple said it received as many as 16,249 national security requests affecting up to 8,249 accounts during the second half of 2017. The number of requests rose 20 percent compared with the first half of 2017, when Apple received 13,499 such requests. But the most recent figures are more than two-and-a-half times higher than the comparable period a year earlier, when Apple received only 5,999 such requests. Other tech firms also experienced a jump in national security request between the second half of 2016 and the first half of 2017. National security requests to Alphabet Inc’s Google rose 36 percent, to almost 51,000. Similar requests to Facebook Inc nearly doubled, to almost 27,000. Facebook and Google have not yet reported full numbers of national security requests for the second half of 2017 because both companies break out individual figures for both National Security Letters and requests under the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, or FISA. The FISA numbers are subject to a sixmonth reporting delay by law. Apple publishes an aggregate number of both types of requests and so is able to report the figures sooner. Apple also said on Friday that it would start reporting requests from governments to take down apps from its App Store. Last year, Apple took down virtual private networking apps, or VPNs, from its App Store in China in order to comply with a new Chinese cyber security law. Such apps help users browse the internet more privately and were used to evade Chinese internet censorship rules. Chinese regulators also forced Apple to remove Microsoft Corp’s Skype internet phone and messaging app from the App Store in China. Apple’s new tracking of app takedown requests starts on July 1, so the data will begin to appear starting one year from now.
Canadian who helped Yahoo email hackers gets five years in prison A Canadian accused of helping Russian intelligence agents break into email accounts as part of a massive 2014 data breach at Yahoo was sentenced to five years in prison on Tuesday and ordered to pay a $250,000 fine. Karim Baratov, who pleaded guilty in November 2017 in San Francisco, was sentenced by U.S. District Judge Vince Chhabria, a spokesman for the U.S. Attorney’s Office said. Baratov, a Canadian citizen born in Kazakhstan, was arrested in Canada in March 2017 at the request of U.S. prosecutors. He later waived his right to fight a request for his extradition to the United States. Lawyers for Baratov in a court filing had urged a sentence of 45 months in prison, while prosecutors had sought 94 months. “This case is about a young man, younger than most of the defendants in hacking cases throughout this country, who hacked emails, one at a time, for $100 a hack,” the defense lawyers wrote in a May 19 court filing. Verizon Communications Inc, the largest U.S. wireless operator, acquired most of Yahoo Inc’s assets in June 2017. The U.S. Justice Department announced charges in March 2017 against Baratov and three others, including two officers in Russia’s Federal Security Service (FSB), for their roles in the 2014 hacking of 500 million Yahoo accounts. Baratov is the only one of the four that has been arrested. Yahoo in 2016 said cyber thieves may have stolen names, email addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth and encrypted passwords.
Cyber crooks claim to hit two big Canadian banks TORONTO - Bank of Montreal and Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce said that cyber attackers may have stolen the data of nearly 90,000 customers in what appeared to be the first significant assault on financial institutions in the country. Bank of Montrea, Canada’s fourth biggest lender, said on Monday it was contacted by fraudsters on Sunday who claimed they were in possession of the personal and financial information of a limited number of the bank’s customers. A spokesman for the bank said it believed that less than 50,000 of the bank’s 8 million customers across Canada were hacked. He declined to say if any customers lost money as a result of the attack. The fraudsters had threatened to make the data public, the spokesman said, adding that
the bank was working with the authorities and conducting a thorough investigation. Bank of Montreal said it believed the attack originated from outside the country and was confident the exposures that led to the theft of customer data had been closed off. Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce, Canada’s fifth biggest lender, said fraudsters contacted the lender on Sunday claiming they had electronically stolen personal and account information of 40,000 customers of its Simplii direct banking brand. CIBC said it has not yet confirmed the cyber breach but is taking the claim seriously. CIBC said customers at its main banking division were not affected. Both banks said they were contacting customers and advising them to monitor their accounts
and report any suspicious activity. Other Canadian banks said they had not been affected. Shares in BMO were down 0.3 percent and CIBC was off 0.3 percent. Canada’s six biggest banks have been collaborating along with the Bank of Canada to enhance their defenses against cyber attacks. The Bank of Canada said earlier this month that some attacks would inevitably succeed but it has recovery mechanisms in place to limit the damage. Cyber attacks are increasingly common. Last year, credit monitoring firm Equifax said information on about 146.6 million names, 146.6 million dates of birth, 145.5 million U.S. social security numbers, 99 million addresses and 209,000 payment card numbers and expiration dates, were stolen in a cyber attack.
Number of electric vehicles on roads reaches three million LONDON - The number of electric vehicles on roads worldwide rose to a record high of 3.1 million in 2017, but more research, policies and incentives are needed to drive further uptake, the International Energy Agency (IEA) said. The number of electric cars, including battery-electric, plug-in hybrid electric and fuel cell electric passenger light-duty vehicles, increased by 57 percent compared with 2016, the IEA said in a report. China accounted for 40 percent of the global total last year. Research and development, policy support, charging infrastructure investment and production improvements are resulting in lower battery costs and higher electric vehicle (EV) uptake. Battery costs, however, are still a major component of EV costs, so financial incentives such as rebates, tax breaks or exemptions will be needed to support electric car deployment. “Dynamic market uptake of electric vehicles has occurred in recent years,” the IEA said in a report. “Ongoing support and commitments for increased deployment of EVs from policy makers and the automotive industry suggest that this trend
The number of electric and plug-in hybrid cars on the world’s roads exceeded 3 million in 2017, a 54% increase compared with 2016 is not going to abate in the coming government policies, the IEA decade,” it added. estimates. By 2030, the IEA Lithium demand is estimates there will be 125 forecast to be 91 kt/year by 2030 million EVs on the road, based on based on current policies and 263 existing and announced policies. kt/year if more ambitious polices That could rise to 220 million if are implemented. policies become more ambitious So far, rising numbers to meet global climate goals and of EVs on the road have had other sustainability targets. a limited impact on electricity The shift to EVs will demand. In 2017, estimated increase demand for some global electricity demand from materials, especially cobalt all EVs was 54 terrawatt hours, and lithium used in lithium-ion equivalent to slightly more than batteries. the power demand of Greece. Cobalt demand is However, as electric expected to be ten times higher vehicle uptake continues to rise than current levels by 2030 at their charging will increase 101 kilotonnes (kt) per year under electricity demand and impact current policies and could be as transmission and distribution much as 25 times higher at 291 grids, the report said. kt/year with more ambitious
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NATIONAL HEALTH INSURANCE BOARD VACANCY FOR THE POSITION OF OFFICE ATTENDANT- PROVIDENCIALES SCOPE
To perform a variety of office support duties and to carry out the cleaning function of the National Health Insurance board office. Duties and Responsibilities: Clear and distribute correspondence as required, complete errands on behalf of the office, assist with the preparation of room for meetings, prepare and serve refreshments when required, perform daily cleaning duties to ensure the office is clean and safe for staff and perform any related duties assigned from time to time. Special Features of the job •Requires walking and extensive use of hands, pushing, bending, lifting, twisting and carrying sometimes heavy items. Competencies and skills required This position requires knowledge of health and hygiene requirements, ability to understand basic materials, must have an eye for details, ability to use modern office equipment, ability to understand and follow simple written instructions and basic time management skills.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES AT THE TCICC Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons for the following full-time positions at the TCICC for the semester commencing Monday, August 27, 2018. 1. Culinary Arts Lecturer 2. Automotive Engineering Technology Lecturer 3. Science Laboratory Technician Lecturers are required to have knowledge and skills obtained through collegiate preparation resulting in a Master’s degree (Doctorate preferred) which must include eighteen (18) graduate semester hours in the area being applied for, from an accredited and recognized institution The Laboratory Technician should be able to work with little or no supervision; conducting and supporting scientific investigations and experiments. A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree is required Salary is in the scale: US$40,210.00 - $43,488.40 per annum for Lecturers and US$27,399.90 - $39,102.30 per annum for Lab Technicians. In the case of staff recruited from overseas, appointment is on contractual terms for an initial period of two years. A gratuity is payable at the end of satisfactory contractual service at the rate of 10% of salary drawn during the period of service. A housing allowance is payable at existing rates. Applications with copies of qualifications (including official transcripts), two character references, a police record and a recent testimonial from current place of employment should be sent to the:
Education and Experience Primary level education and at least (2) years’ experience in a similar position may be an asset.
PRESIDENT, TCI COMMUNITY COLLEGE, P.O. BOX 236, LIGHTHOUSE ROAD, GRAND TURK, TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS
Salary Salary will be based on the NHIB salary scale for this position.
to reach not later than June 10, 2018. Where possible applicants should e-mail or fax their applications.
Deadline for Submission is June 7th 2018. All Applications should be addressed to: recruitment@tcinhip.tc
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policies •Receiving and referring Customer Queries Education •High School Graduate or Community College Graduate in Business Studies (preferred) •Associated degree in Accounting (preferred) •2 years cash handling experience •2 years Customer Relations or customer facing Experience Post: Job Category: Relevant Work Education Level: Salary:
Cashier/Customer Service Representative Customer Service Experience: 2 years minimum in cash handling position High School or Community College Graduate in Business Studies (preferred) $26,800 per annum
Job Description: Provo Water Company Ltd is seeking a people friendly individual with a minimum of High School or Community College Diploma in a businessrelated field with Customer service experience to fill the post of Cashier. This position receives payments on behalf of account management and collections and serves visitors to the company, both personally and by telephone; answering or referring inquiries. The applicant should display a positive and proactive attitude, strong people & telephone skills, professionalism, customer focus, organizational skills, and possess excellent communication and mathematical acuity skills. The applicant should be able to deal with emergencies in a timely and effective manner; multitasking and stress management skills are essential for this position Responsibilities (including but not limited to): •Receive payments by cash, check and credit cards •Issue receipts, credits, or change due to customers •Count money in cash drawers at the beginning and end of shifts to ensure amounts are correct, reconcile to daily sales totals and that the is adequate change. •Greeting Customers •Maintain clean and orderly check out areas •Answer customer questions, and provide information on procedures or
Skills and Experience Requirements •Proven work experience as a Cashier, Customer Service Representative or similar role •Able to work in a fast-paced environment with continual interruptions •Strong organizational skills •Able to contribute to a team environment •Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite •Hands-on experience with office equipment (e.g. fax machines and printers) •Ability to be resourceful and proactive when issues arise •Solid written and verbal communication skills, including being an active listener, socially perceptive, very good oral expression and comprehension, as well as very good speech recognition and clarity. •Ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly •Customer Service attitude •Multitasking and time-management skills, with ability to prioritize tasks Deadline All applications (inclusive of cover letter, CV & copies of qualifications) must be submitted by 28th May 2018 to: Customer Service Manager Provo Water Company Limited 197A Grace Bay Road Grace Bay, Providenciales Turks and Caicos Islands recruitment@provowater.tc Only applicants selected for an interview will be notified
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Provo Sailing Academy Hires New Club Manager
The Provo Sailing Academy (PSA) formerly known as the PSC, is delighted to welcome their new Club Manager, Ross Darmody to the island and are looking forward to getting as many sailors back on the water over the coming weeks as possible. Excitement has been growing around the island since the announcement was made in March that Mr. Darmody would be taking up the position, and once he arrived he hit the ground running with a sold out two day junior sailing camp. The midterm camp, which had sailors as young as 6 years old taking part, was an introduction to sailing for most of the young sailors and Ross Darmody says the aim of the camp was to give
the children an easy and fun introduction while also allowing them to get their feet wet under the guidance of their new coach. After the two day camp Coach Ross remarked that the foundation of the club is still as strong as ever and that his next goal is to visit as many of the schools on the island before the summer break and encourage sailors new and old to take part in our summer programs. The aim of the club is to allow any child regardless of their financial background to learn to sail and enjoy some of the most beautiful waters in the world while being in a safe environment and having fun. The PSA is a non-profit organisation which runs year round
and is funded by memberships, program fees, donations from the public and sponsorship from private organisations in the community. Without the help of these sponsors it would not be possible to grow and expand our program. In particular we would like to thank Digicel for providing security cameras and installing free wifi for all of our members and the general public. The PSA is located at The Children’s Park, The Bight on Grace Bay. For more information regarding upcoming learn to sail programs for all ages check out the Provo Sailing AcademyFacebook page or send us an email with any questions to provosailingacademy@gmail.com
4th Annual SURFside Spring Sprint
On Sunday, May 27th, SURFside Ocean Academy held their annual open water swim race and fundraiser to all ages on the Leeward Beach. The Race, which also co-exists as a fundraiser every year, saw adults and children swim several open water swim races including an 800 m, 400m 100 m sprint and 50 m sprint races and also included a fun 4x 50 m relay race as well. The successful Event saw nearly 40 persons of ranging in ages from 4 years to 65 years compete and have fun on the water. The Event also saw the most participation ever from other swim clubs. Swimming has caught a massive wave in the last 800 m
donations were made possible from the following companies and organizations: Turk’s Head Brewery, Power 92.5,InterCaribbean, Beaches, Scooter Bobs, Retreat & Retreat Kitchen, Rumeurs Boutique, Provo Golf course, Swim4Fun Worldwide, Bay Bistro, Panoply, Anani Spa, Turquoise Car Rental. SURFside wishes to thank all persons and organizations that have donated and/or volunteered and are helping to make this year’s Open Water Swim Race & Fundraiser such a wonderful, fun and successful annual Event.
year, with the introduction of at least 2 new swim clubs. Represented at this meet were members of SURFside Ocean Academy, Turks and Caicos Aquatic Swim Club, Swim & Surf and Parrotfish Open Water Swim Club. This year the Fundraiser raised approximately $2,500 towards summer outreach swim programs on North & Middle Caicos and Grand Turk. The summer swim outreach programs are slotted to be offered to children and adults on North Caicos in July 30-August 4 and on Grand Turk from August 20-26, and are open to all from these islands. Sponsorship and
Results from the Race are as follows:
Pos
Bib
Name
Time
±
1
8
Alex Maclaren
00:13:00.0
00:00:00.0
2
17
Jack Parlee
00:13:15.0
00:00:15.0
3
27
Bobby Mox
00:13:39.0
00:00:39.0
4
5
Ben Stubenberg
00:14:36.0
00:01:36.0
5
2
Sophie Taylor
00:15:11.5
00:02:11.5
6
9
Lenin Hamilton Jr.
00:16:04.7
00:03:04.7
7
4
Janine Taylor
00:16:10.2
00:03:10.2
8
21
Kelcey Grandsire
00:17:05.2
00:04:05.2
9
29
Megan O’reilly
00:17:32.2
00:04:32.2
Group
F 30 - 39
50 m: 10 and Under 1.Beau Pittman 2.Tajari Williams 3.Lenin Hamilton Jr. 4.Sylvie Magnier 5.Lenika Hamilton 6.TexroyGarroway Jr. 7.Jamarii Parker 8.Ella Lopes-Wilson 9.Olivia Taylor 10.Cezanne Castillo 11.Jamarloy Deane 12.Gil Alexandre Geralde 13.Leniah Hamilton 14.Aniyah Garland 15.Zachary Manaloto 16.Kimani Deane 100 m: 10 and Under 1.Sophie Taylor 2.Beau Pittman 3.Tajari Williams 4.Lenin Hamilton Jr. 5.Leniak Hamilton
100 m: 11 and Over 1.Sean Ewing 2.Ronin Maclaren 3.Markey Zephirin 4 x 50 m Relays 1st Place: Team JALC Alex Maclaren, Caylen Castillo, Lilly Taylor, Jack Parlee 2nd Place: Team Mermaid J a d e Grandsire, Sophie Taylor, Arleigha Hall, Angelina Lindenhan 3rd Place: Team Masters Bobby Moxon, Janine Taylor, Jessica Soderquist, Kelcey Grandsire 4th Place: Team TCASC Lenin Hamilton, Lenin Hamilton Jr., Lenika Hamilton, Tahari Williams
400 m Pos
Bib
Name
Time
±
Group
1
1
Lillian Taylor
00:06:29.4
00:00:00.0
F 9 -15
2
18
Caylen Castillo
00:06:49.6
00:00:20.2
F 9 -15
3
23
Selin Kilic
00:06:54.3
00:00:24.9
F 9 -15
4
27
Bobby Mox
00:06:59.2
00:00:29.8
5
5
Ben Stubenberg
00:07:40.6
00:01:11.2
6
112
Tajari Williams
00:08:39.6
00:02:10.2
7
10
Lenin Hamilton Jr
00:08:41.2
00:02:11.8
8
30
Sam Slattery
00:11:28.1
00:04:58.7
M 50 - 59
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The Second Annual IGA National Heroes Day Classic
Category 1 at the starting line The Second Annual IGA National Heroes Day Cycling Classic took place on Sunday, 27 th May at 3:00pm from the Graceway IGA parking lot. There were 5 races split over 4 categories. Category 1 (42 miles), Category 2 (36 miles), open category (10 miles) and 2 kids races. (Kids 1: 7 miles, Kids 2: 3.5) miles. This being our third race as we move deeper into the TCI’s 2018 cycling season. This race did not disappoint, revealing lots of surprises and upsets. The surprise not only being the increasing number of spectators, but also the number of children who signed up to compete. Due to the number of children who signed up to race, they were split into two categories. Kids category one for the more seasoned/ advance cyclists and kids category two for those new to competitive cycling. The winners of Kids category one remained the same as the Commonwealth day race in March and the First Circuit race in April. Ethan Gardiner 1 st place, Sean Ewing 2 nd place and Clayton Thomas in 3 rd place. Ethan, who is currently leading
the federation in wins, having placed first in all the children’s races of the 2017 and the 2018 season so far. Young Mr Gardiner says that he accredits his performance to the fact that he loves the sport and has lots of fun training with his Dad. He further states that he works hard to keep himself motivated and to push himself to be the best. For his efforts, Ethan was awarded a Tablet, sponsored by Business Solutions. Second and third place both walked away with cash prizes. Elizario Clarke took the top spot in Kids cat 2 and walked away with a brand new TREK kids road bike donated by Caicos Cyclery . Kymani Ewing came in second and Brianna Burton, the only girl in the race came in third. Second and third place both walked away with cash prizes. Siblings Chevorn Bishop and Collette Charles captured first and second place respectively in the open category. Category two saw Kevin O’Sullivan who is visiting the island, take first place, Earl Basden came in second and Gabriella Hegedus, the only woman to compete in this
Category 2 at the starting line
Kids Cat 2 2nd place Kymani Ewing
category taking third. In Category one Crowd favourite and previous first place winner, Friedise Registre, was initially thought to be the winner, but was disqualified for technical reasons. Tyrone Bishop was name the first place winner followed by Sean Rodgers in second and Shanwell Gardiner in third. Mr. Bishop was also the first recipient of the Clive Stanbrook Memorial Award. In honour of the late Clive Stanbrook, the founder of IGA Supermarkets. Both President Shanwell Gardiner and Vice President Sean Rodgers are pleased with the way the season is progressing and the growing interest in the sport especially by children and young people. Mr. Gardiner stated that, while we continue to develop our adult cycling program which includes establishment of our National ranking system, our main focus is the development of our youth program. We continue to host our weekly Saturday kids ride at the national stadium at 5.30pm which has been a success to date. Our ultimate goal
is the development of school cycling programs which will see fresh talent added to the sport to ensure growth and longevity. June will kick off the championship races beginning with the Grand Turk Classic on June 17 th . The first Federation race to take place in the Nation’s capital. There will be a championship race for each Island, after which all champions will face off in the Tour De Turks & Caicos in October this year. The tour will include 5 stages over 4 Islands. In early July a team will represent the country in Dominica at the 2018 OECS cycling championship, followed by the 19 th annual John T Memorial classic to be held in Anguilla. The Turks and Caicos Cycling Federation wishes to thank our sponsors; IGA Supermarket, Coco Cola, Business Solutions and Caicos Cyclery, the public who came out to support the event, the Royal Turks and Caicos Island Police Force who kept us safe during the event. A special thank you also to all of our volunteers who assisted in making this event a success.
Cat 1 1st place Tyrone Bishop with President Shanwell, Vp Sean and IGA representative
Kids Cat 2 3rd place Brianna Burton
Kids Cat 1 winners
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Film producer Weinstein indicted for rape: New York prosecutor NEW YORK - Movie producer Harvey Weinstein was indicted on Wednesday on charges of rape and a criminal sexual act, Manhattan District Attorney Cyrus Vance said, the first case to emerge from a slew of sexual misconduct allegations against him. “This indictment brings the defendant another step closer to accountability for the crimes of violence with which he is now charged,” Vance said in a statement on the charges against the disgraced 66-year-old cofounder of the Miramax film studio and the Weinstein Co. The grand jury indictment follows his arrest and court appearance last Friday on charges related to two among about 70 women who have accused him of sexual misconduct, all of which Weinstein has denied. Vance’s statement said Weinstein was charged with rape in the
first and third degrees and a criminal dismiss the indictment and if this case sexual act in the first degree. actually proceeds to trial, we expect Mr. Ben Brafman, the head of Weinstein to be acquitted.” The grand jury indictment Weinstein’s legal team, said his client would plead not guilty and defend spares the prosecution the step of having to go before a judge to himself against the charges. If convicted on the most serious demonstrate there is enough evidence charges, Weinstein could face between to bring Weinstein to trial. The indictment follows a five and 25 years in prison. Earlier on Wednesday, months-long investigation with the Weinstein declined to testify before New York Police Department. Police the grand jury after a judge denied a have not identified the two women, but request by his lawyers to postpone said the crimes took place in 2004 and the appearance. Brafman had argued 2013. Weinstein remains out on $1 Weinstein was denied access to information about the case and lacked million cash bail ordered by a judge last Friday. Weinstein surrendered preparation time. “Mr. Weinstein intends to his U.S. passport and agreed to wear enter a plea of not guilty and vigorously a monitoring device that tracks his defend against these unsupported location, confining him to the states of allegations that he strongly denies,” New York and Connecticut. Some of the allegations date Brafman said in a statement after the back decades. Weinstein has denied indictment. “We will soon formally move to ever having nonconsensual sex.
Actor Morgan Freeman apologizes after accusations
Actor Morgan Freeman said on Friday any suggestion he assaulted women or created an unsafe workplace is false and apologized to anyone he may have upset after media reported that women have accused him of inappropriate behavior or harassment. The accusations against the Oscar-winning actor are the latest in a torrent against male actors, filmmakers and agents that have roiled Hollywood since October 2017, leading in some cases to resignations and the halting of projects. On Friday, movie mogul Harvey Weinstein was charged with rape and other sex crimes. Similar accusations have also engulfed men in U.S. politics and business, and inspired a #MeToo social media movement by victims sharing their stories of sexual harassment or abuse. CNN reported on Thursday that it spoke with 16 people as part of its investigation into the 80-year-old actor, some of whom also alleged inappropriate behavior by Freeman at his production company, Revelations Entertainment. “I am devastated that 80
Actor Morgan Freeman takes part in the opening ceremonies of the Invictus Games in Orlando Florida, U.S., May 8, 2016 years of my life is at risk of being undermined, in the blink of an eye, by Thursday’s media reports,” Freeman said in a statement on Friday, a day after he initially apologized. “But I also want to be clear: I did not create unsafe work environments. I did not assault women. I did not offer employment or advancement in exchange for sex. Any suggestion that I did so is completely false,” he added. CNN said eight people told the network they were victims of what some labeled harassment and others called inappropriate
behavior by Freeman. It said eight others told the network they witnessed the actor’s alleged misconduct. CNN also said other sources denied having seen any questionable behavior by the actor, and that those sources described him as being professional on set and in the office. Freeman said he is someone who feels a need to try to make women and men feel appreciated and at ease around him. As part of that, he would often try to joke with and compliment women, in what he thought was a light-hearted and humorous way, he said. “Clearly I was not always coming across the way I intended. And that is why I apologized Thursday and will continue to apologize to anyone I might have upset, however unintentionally,” he said. Reuters was unable to independently confirm any of the allegations. Freeman, whose career has spanned 50 years and more than 100 movies, won a Oscar in 2005 as best supporting actor for his role as a former boxer in “Million Dollar Baby.”
ABC loses prime TV showcase with ‘Roseanne’ cancellation The recent success have been as much as $60 million, LOS ANGELES - Walt Disney Co’s decision to cancel of “Roseanne” helped lift ABC research firm Kantar Media “Roseanne” leaves ABC without ratings at a time when broadcast estimated. its most-watched primetime networks are struggling to attract Aside from ad revenue, program and an important audiences who are migrating to ABC is losing a large audience platform for the television streaming services like Netflix to which it could promote the network’s other sports and network to promote the rest of Inc. The “Roseanne” revival entertainment programming, its lineup in a highly competitive battle for viewers. ABC ended its had aired only nine episodes and said Jason Damata, founder of revival of 1990s hit “Roseanne” generated $22.8 million from Fabric Media, which advises on Tuesday hours after star and advertisers, or 2.5 percent of TV networks and measurement creator Roseanne Barr posted ABC’s ad revenue for the 2017- companies. “The pain is really coming a tweet that compared former 2018 season, according to data Obama administration official from measurement firm iSpot. from taking a franchise off the Valerie Jarrett, who is black, to ABC had ordered a new table and all the things that come an ape. season that was expected to run with it,” Damata said. “Roseanne” could have It was a rare move by a for 13 episodes and had touted network to scrap its most popular the comedy in a recent sales helped draw online audiences to entertainment program because pitch to advertisers. Potential ad ABC’s website and mobile apps, of the off-screen behavior of a star. dollars from those airings would he added.
Film producer Harvey Weinstein stands with his lawyer Benjamin Brafman (L) inside Manhattan Criminal Court during his arraignment in Manhattan in New York, U.S., May 25, 2018 The accusations, first reported last year by the New York Times and the New Yorker, gave rise to the #MeToo movement, in which hundreds of women have publicly accused powerful men in business, government and entertainment of sexual misconduct. Actresses who have publicly accused Weinstein of sexual misconduct include Uma Thurman, Ashley Judd, Rose McGowan and Salma Hayek.
UK Vogue names ‘campaigning feminist’ Meghan Markle among top influential women
Meghan, Duchess of Sussex attends a garden party at Buckingham Palace, in London, Britain May 22, 2018 LONDON - Meghan Markle was named among the 25 most influential women in Britain on Thursday, according to a list published by UK Vogue magazine which hailed her as forging a new identity for the monarchy. Prince Harry’s wife Markle, now called the Duchess of Sussex, was named alongside Scottish politician Ruth Davidson, fashion designer Stella McCartney and Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling in the fashion publication’s inaugural “The Vogue 25”. It highlighted influential women working in sectors such as arts and entertainment, science, politics, media and law. Markle, whose star-studded wedding celebrations at Windsor Castle this month were watched by millions of people around the globe, was described as “one of the most recognizable women in the world”. “Her influence stretches far beyond the ceaseless coverage of her style – as a biracial campaigning feminist from America, she is helping to forge a new 21st-century identity for the monarchy,” British Vogue wrote on its website. It hailed Scottish Conservative leader Davidson’s “relatable personality and progressive ideas” and said McCartney ran “one of the most forward-thinking and powerful independent houses in fashion”. Other names to make the list of influential women, whose ages range from 22 to 73, include human rights lawyer Amal Clooney, singer Dua Lipa, models Adwoa Aboah and Edie Campbell and Manchester United Chief Operating Officer Collette Roche.
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The Bahamas sports minister expresses uncertainty regarding completion of national stadium Minister of Youth Sports and Culture Michael Pintard has addressed the issue of the $21 million Andre Rodgers National Baseball Stadium that was initially slated to be completed this year. However, work on the project has stalled for over a year. The stadium was set to be constructed to Major league Baseball (MLB) standards. Pintard gave an update on the project, and the government’s plans with the gigantic structure opposite the Government High School (GHS) inside the Queen Elizabeth Sports Centre. “The facts are, prior to the change in government the baseball stadium was on pause. The work had discontinued,” Pintard said. Pintard said his ministry has worked diligently, asking for additional funds to pay outstanding bills, since taking office in May of 2017. The Cabinet approved additional funds of close to $3 million for the completion of the project. Pintard said the outstanding bills were settled, and mentioned that Prime Minister
Dr. Hubert Minnis wants to see the stadium completed. “I asked the prime minister to give us an opportunity to consider whether or not we wish to allocate the remaining funds for the completion of the building out of that facility, or, should we pause for a moment, listen to the stakeholders in the baseball community, to also explore other options. In that regard, we then commissioned a quick study to be done which has been done by the National Sports Authority (NSA) along with this ministry and with an international consultant. What we were seeking to find out is if it made sense to continue with option one which is to continue to build at that particular facility, which in our estimation, would cost in excess of $25 million to complete – $12 million already in the ground. Or, if we would look to go back to the original location that was recommended and create a facility (and) put the surrounding fields in that particular location, use the additional capital which we would have used on the original site which
would be a more expensive proposition, and build facilities elsewhere in The Bahamas,” Pintard said. The original location that Pintard spoke about is west of the Government High School. That location will not be able to seat 4,500 persons like the current location but rather 2,500. Pintard reiterated that fact that baseball is extremely important to The Bahamas as there is no less than 23 persons playing in the pipelines of Major league Baseball. If option two, build in the original location, is selected, Pintard said the present site will be transformed into a multi-purpose facility. The present location poses a difficulty in the way it is aligned and there is the absence of a proper information technology (IT) structure. Pintard said: “The business plan is ready and the only item missing from the plan is looking at local baseball events and see what potential revenue can be generated from them. We believe that in many ways that is the smaller portion of the revenue.
Most of that revenue is likely to come from hosting a series of international events and our primary focus is collegiate as opposed to professional. Another paper will go to Cabinet to get a collective input of our colleagues.” The minister said the presentation will go before Cabinet shortly after his ministry has gotten input from baseball stakeholders. He also made note that the present figures do not include IT and the surrounding fields. He said those are two elements that they would have to put in upon completion of the facility. “The time frame is over the course of the next two months. The Cabinet paper would be in and I am confident we’ll get approval to go with one of those options. We’re going to move fairly quickly on this,” said Pintard. The timeline for the existing structure to be completed will be 12 months. If the other option is chosen, Pintard said he would need guidance in order to give a timeline.
Nesta Carter loses ban, affecting Marijuana and sport: NBA winner Matt Barnes ‘smoked before games’ Usain Bolt record
Nesta Cater A sample taken from Carter at the 2008 Games in Beijing was found last January to have contained a banned stimulant. That meant the Jamaican 4x100m team had to forfeit gold. The Court of Arbitration for Sport (Cas) ruled: “Reanalysis confirmed the presence of methylhexaneamine.” The Jamaican team featured Carter, Bolt, Michael Frater and Asafa Powell. A judgement said: “We [do] not accept any of the arguments raised by Nesta Carter contending that the test results should be ignored or that the decision should otherwise be overturned for certain alleged failures. “Accordingly, the Cas panel dismissed the appeal and the decision is confirmed.” Carter appealed against the decision last February and a hearing was held in Switzerland in November. The now-retired Bolt completed an unprecedented ‘triple
triple’ of gold medals in Rio in 2016, but the International Olympic Committee (IOC) ruling to punish the Jamaica team left him with eight Olympic titles. Speaking in January, 31-year-old Bolt - who also won 100m, 200m and 4x100m gold at London 2012 and Rio 2016 - said it was “rough” to have to give back one of his medals but that it hadn’t changed “what I have done throughout my career”. Carter’s was one of 454 selected doping samples retested by the IOC in 2016 and was found to contain the banned stimulant methylhexaneamine. That has been on the World Anti-doping Agency (Wada) prohibited list since 2004, and was reclassified in 2011 as a “specified substance” - meaning one that is more susceptible to a “credible, nondoping explanation”. Carter was also part of the 4x100m team in London five years ago and helped Jamaica win at the World Championships in 2011, 2013 and 2015.
“I would smoke cannabis in distant cities within the space of a six hours before a game. We’d have few days. a shoot-around in the morning, I’d Former NBA power forward come home and smoke a joint, take a Kenyon Martin, in an interview with nap, shower, eat and go and play.” Bleacher Report in April, estimated Matt Barnes won the NBA that 85% of NBA players smoked the with Golden State Warriors last year drug during his career. after following that pre-game routine. And one of Barnes’ former The 38-year-old retired last Warriors team-mates - Al Harrington June after the 4-1 series win over - has taken his cannabis use into Cleveland Cavaliers and has told retirement by founding a medical BBC Sport that use of the banned marijuana company. substance is “widespread” despite Harrington, who played 16 being in breach of NBA rules. seasons in the NBA before quitting in Barnes says he even 2014, says he first smoked cannabis discussed cannabis with his coach, following a Warriors game in 2007. seven-time NBA champion Steve He then smoked it during the Kerr, who has previously admitted to off-season for seven years and used taking the drug to ease chronic back gel capsules and creams containing pain. cannabis between matches to manage But is using a substance that pain. is legal for medical use in 29 states “Even the coaches and and recreationally in nine of those owners are using it,” the former really so prevalent in one of the most Denver Nuggets power forward told moneyed sports leagues in the world? BBC Sport. “Each team I played on If so, how are players getting away had at least five smokers and not with it? And what is the NBA doing once did they arrive at a game under about it? the influence.” The 38-year-old - who WHY ARE PLAYERS USING resorted to cannabis following knee CANNABIS? surgery in 2012 after seeing how it helped a relative’s glaucoma - has Cannabis has been a part a vested interest, but is a staunch of Barnes’ life since he was 14, but advocate of the drug. he refutes suggestions that he is He argues that it is unfair addicted. to prevent players using cannabis in During his 14 seasons in the NBA US states where it is legal: “Why are with seven different teams, he used it they living by a different standard to to manage pain, to relax and to help the people that come and watch them him sleep, and says it “brought me play?” peace of mind”. And he believes the side The story is echoed by several effects are less harmful than the antiof Barnes’ contemporaries in a sport inflammatory pills he took every day where athletes are often asked to from the age of 19 until he discovered play several high-intensity matches cannabis almost eight years later.
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LeBron’s Finals challenge may be too tall an order, say pundits Carrying the Cleveland Cavaliers to this year’s NBA Finals is among the most impressive feats of LeBron James’ career but the challenge that now awaits the game’s greatest player may be more than even he can handle. Jeff Van Gundy and Mark Jackson, who are part of the ABC/ ESPN broadcast team for the NBA Finals that start on Thursday at the home of the defending champion Golden States Warriors, are not convinced Cleveland can even win a game in the series. “It will be interesting to see how competitive LeBron James can make this Finals, but any game they get in this Finals would be a huge upset,” former NBA coach Van Gundy told a conference call on Tuesday. “This is the biggest difference that I remember between two teams heading into the Finals in my time in the NBA. I can’t think of a bigger gap from a team perspective.” The Cavs are the lowest playoff seed, No. 4, for a Jamesled team in a decade. They barely escaped a seven-game, first-round
series against Indiana and then, after cruising past Toronto in four games, upset Boston in seven. Next up is a Warriors team that have won two of the last three NBA Finals and boast riches few teams have ever claimed and can shoot the lights out most any night. “The Warriors make you pay the price for making mistakes,” said former coach and player Jackson. “So if you are to have any chance of beating them at all, you have to make sure that defensively you’re one accord. “But they are clearly the favorite, without question, but the luxury of having the best player in the world in that situation, anything can happen.” The Cavs and Warriors are meeting for the fourth straight year for the right to be crowned NBA champions while it marks the eighth consecutive Finals appearance for James as part of a stretch that dates back to his stint in Miami. When the two teams met for the title in 2016, James used a superhuman effort to lead Cleveland
back from a 3-1 deficit to win the championship, marking the first time an NBA team had pulled off such a comeback. James is playing some of the best basketball of his 15-year NBA career, but that might not be enough considering he does not have much of a supporting cast going up against a perennial powerhouse like Golden State in a best-of-seven series. “Obviously James is going to have to be great ... and they are going to have to be lights out from the threepoint line to have a chance to win a game,” said Van Gundy. He added that the only chance the Cavaliers have is if they can keep the high-scoring Warriors from reaching 100 points. That is a tall order considering the defending champions have scored at least 100 points in 13 of their 17 playoff games. “I just don’t think Cleveland has the firepower to win shootuts,” said Van Gundy. “So it’s going to have to be grind-it-out games where the tempo is controlled and to do that you have got to have smart, tough guys on the floor.”
Serena tells of medical reason behind superhero catsuit
French Open - Roland Garros, Paris, France - May 29, 2018 Serena Williams of the U.S. in action during her first round match against Czech Republic’s Kristyna Pliskova PARIS - A marvel on the tennis court, new mum Serena Williams is now sporting her own superhero outfit as she makes her return to Grand Slam tennis. “I call it like my Wakanda-inspired catsuit. It’s really fun,” the American laughed, referencing the fictional Sub-Saharan African nation which is home to superhero Black Panther in Marvel Comics. “I feel like a warrior in it, like a warrior princess kind of, queen from Wakanda maybe,” she said smiling, following her opening round
victory over Kristyna Pliskova with my blood clots, and, God, at the French Open on Tuesday. I don’t know how many I have “I’m always living in a had in the past 12 months. fantasy world. I always wanted “So it is definitely a to be a superhero, and it’s kind little functionality to it. I have of my way of being a superhero. been wearing pants in general I feel like a superhero when I a lot when I play so I can keep, you know, the blood circulation wear it.” Behind the jokes, there going. is also a more serious reason for “It’s a fun suit, but it’s also the choice of skin-tight bodysuit functional so I can be ableto outfit for the American who play without any problems.” only had her daughter last Next up for Serena is 17th seed Ashleigh Barty. The September. Serena has spoken about health Australian would be forgiven for concerns over blood clots in the cursing her luck to have landed days after giving birth, and the most dangerous of floaters on Tuesday said: “Yeah, the — with or without super powers. catsuit, I had a lot of problems
May 27, 2018; Boston, MA, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James (23) celebrates after drawing foul against the Boston Celtics during the fourth quarter in game seven of the Eastern conference finals of the 2018 NBA Playoffs at TD Garden
Ex-Ravens, Browns running back Lewis: ‘I’ve thought about suicide’ Former All-Pro NFL running back Jamal Lewis said he has considered suicide as he struggles with medical issues and depression, in an interview with Bleacher Report. “You think about death,” Lewis said. “I’ve thought about suicide. I’ve thought about ending it all.” Now 38 and retired for more than eight years, the former Baltimore Ravens and Cleveland Browns back added that he regularly struggles to breathe through his nose — he has had polyps clogging his nasal passages for six months — and battles sleep apnea, headaches, depression and a fluctuating temper. He discussed many of his own concerns in the context of three former teammates, Ravens offensive linemen Orlando Bobo, Orlando Brown, and Damion Cook, who died of healthrelated issues. “You just have those thoughts about should you end it?” he said. “I can only imagine with sleep apnea and heart attacks and heart disease. Who wants to go out like that? Especially when you have people upset with you — your wife upset with you, pissed off, you have to file bankruptcy, made bad decisions...” Lewis said he has never gotten as far as planning his death, but he is not completely rid of suicidal thoughts, saying, “It’s not over. I have to keep moving.” Taken fifth overall in the 2000 draft by the Ravens, Lewis topped 1,000 rushing yards in seven of the nine seasons in which he played, including five of six in Baltimore. In 2003, he posted what stands as the third-largest singleseason rushing total in NFL history (2,066 yards) and scored 14 touchdowns en route to his the only Pro Bowl and All-Pro selections of his career. He joined the Browns in 2007 and played three seasons, before retiring at age 30. Lewis estimates he suffered at least 10 concussions and was knocked unconscious two or three times during his playing career, adding that he frequently used Novacain to numb painful injuries and drank alcohol when the medication wore off after games. He said he has asked the NFL three times for disability pay but has been turned down. The league declined to comment on Bleacher Report’s story.
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