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NEW POINTS SYSTEM FOR BELONGERSHIP By Todeline Defralien

on-nationals will soon be able to acquire Belongership status in the Turks and Caicos Islands through a new “points system”. This was revealed by Acting Premier and Minister of Border Control, Hon. Sean Astwood. In an exclusive interview with The SUN, Astwood said the provision for the system is already in the law but the system itself just hasn’t been created. He said: “ What we are working on right now is the point system for the TCI status (Belongership status). The amendment that I just moved and just got passed in The House just a few weeks back is to get the commission up and running and also to accept those applications that have been sitting for the last two years since the law came into place. The PRC (Permanent Resident Certificate) point system is coming after.” In addition, he stated that his intention is to have the commission up and running by next month. Continued on page 2

Big catch from Lobster season opening

he highly anticipated lobster season begun on Wednesday August 15th and fishermen eagerly awaited the first catch of the season. Member of Parliament for Five Cays,

Hon. Sean Astwood, visited the Fishery in Five Cays on Thursday August 16th to have a glimpse of some of the big catches. The season will close on March 31st,

2019. Pictured here is Hon. Sean Astwood, Fishermen and some of the lobsters caught on that day.

Mike Misick had affair with Omarosa, the tv star at war with US President Donald Trump (from Daily Mail) Omarosa Manigault-Newman had a ‘six-month fling’ with the scandal-mired leader on a tiny Caribbean nation who was ousted from power and put on trial for corruption over claims he stole $16 million from public coffers, DailyMail. com can reveal. The fired White House aide enjoyed yacht parties, romantic dinners and five-star hotel getaways with Michael Misick, the controversial former prime minister the Turks and Caicos, a British colony made up of 40 Caribbean islands southeast of the Bahamas. They spent time on the island where he later built an $8 million

mansion, nicknamed the ‘White House,’ which he is now accused of funding through graft, had cozy dinner dates at Harlem’s most famous restaurant, and enjoyed ‘an obvious physical attraction.’ Sources say the pair hooked up more than a decade ago when Misick was in charge of one of the world’s hottest celebrity vacation haunts, rubbing shoulders with the likes of Bruce Willis, Catherine Zeta Jones and Michael Douglas. The 52-year-old premier was said to have been so impressed with the former Apprentice contestant that he sought her PR advice on how to boost his profile in the US - and even

consulted her on political decisions. imposed direct rule over the chain of Insiders say the pair dated for six 40 small islands an hour’s flight from months in 2005 with Omarosa Miami. He fled to Brazil but was regularly visiting the Turks and Caicos and even openly attending extradited and put on trial in public events with Misick. December 2015 for fraud, bribery However, she never and money laundering in a case that acknowledged the relationship in the is still dragging on three years later U.S., where she was newly famous as costing an estimated $1million every the villain in the 2004 season of The month. Apprentice – and newly divorced from ‘Their relationship was no secret, Omarosa attended a couple of her first husband, Aaron Stallworth. The Caribbean politician public events on the island with Mike. would indeed become famous – but No-one thought a lot of it,’ said a wellnot for making his island nation great. connected Turks and Caicos source. He was forced from office in ‘Mike was single at the time, had a 2009 when the British government reputation as a ladies’ man and she accused him of corruption and was a stunning woman. Continued on page 2

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He added: “What I sought to do is to create a point system that will give the commission a kind of guideline to go by. We will look at age, education, assimilation, investment into the country, and we will look at if they can speak the English language and if they have a job offer already on the table.” The Acting Premier said the points system is different from a quota system that will be implemented later and which will say how much Turks and Caicos Islander status (Belongerships) are given out in a particular year. “The point system is just the criteria and guideline that the commission would use to make the recommendation to the Governor on who should get status,” he explained.

“The reason why we put that is to take out the kind of subjectivity, where for example, because I like you I recommend you, and if I don’t like you I don’t recommend you. It (points system) creates a better structure. It creates more transparency and fairness in the system itself and it also protects the Commissioners who will be part of the commission that they are carrying out their function in a defined way.” Astwood told The SUN that a consultation will be coming out in the next week which will be going out to the public domain before finalization is made. Giving an example of the need for a points system, he stated: “We have had situations in the past where

we had footballers; we’ve found ways to get passports for them to go out and represent the country. Let’s say one of these guys get taken up by a major team and becomes an international star; it is not abnormal for companies to want that person to be a citizen of their country and we don’t have that mechanism currently to do that and a point system will actually give that person additional credits to be considered.” Astwood noted that his Ministry has taken examples from around the world and pulled out couple different aspects of it together which will be going to consultation. When asked by The SUN, If Government is considering citizenship

by investment, Astwood said this would be done for PRC’s but with the TCI status the investment would be one of the criteria that is taken into consideration. “We have the PRC by investment which is currently in the books and currently being used right now. With the TCI status the investment would be one of the criteria that is taken into consideration, which is a lot different from the PRC by investment where the main thrust of that is that you make an investment of a particular size than you are entitled to apply for a PRC and with the TCI status that will only be one of the many criteria,” he explained.

Mike Misick had affair with Omarosa, the tv star at war with US President Donald Trump continued from page 1 ‘Only a few people on the attraction, there was an intellectual islands would have recognized her from aspect to their relationship,’ added the The Apprentice and they just seemed source. like a nice couple.’ ‘He described her to friends as Omarosa, who has dominated an intelligent, spirited, aggressive and headlines this past week with a string single-minded black woman. of digs at her former mentor Donald ‘She was fascinated with Trump, divorced her first husband politics and he admitted to seeking her Aaron Stallworth in 2005. advice on his role, particularly with Sources tell DailyMail.com she regard to his profile in the American met Misick later that year at charity media. function in New York City, where he ‘Mr Misick was aware at was busily courting celebrities in a bid the time of her ties with Trump and to bring wealth and glamour to his sun- Omarosa clearly admired him. drenched archipelago. ‘She told Mr Misick he could be The pair are said to have hit it abrasive and rude but was gentler with off so well that they headed to the plush those he took into his confidence.’ Four Seasons Hotel for an intimate The tryst is said to have fizzled weekend together. when Misick began seeing the US Misick was so smitten he actress and model LisaRaye McCoy, flew back to New York one week later, whom he later married in 2006 but where the fledgling couple would enjoy divorced two years later. further romantic dinner dates at the Sources say the former couple Sylvia’s Harlem restaurant, famous for broke off ties for good after McCoy its soul food and celebrity clientele. allegedly confronted Omarosa over Insiders says Omarosa also their continuing friendship at an accompanied Misick to Dubai for an NAACP event. investment conference, staying at the Omarosa subsequently began One and Only Royal Mirage Hotel dating Green Mile actor Michael Clarke where suites cost up to $6,000 a night. Duncan who died of a heart attack in Soon after, he invited her and her 2012. mother Theresa – who also calls Last year she married John herself Momarosa - to visit the Turks Allen Newman, a pastor who heads a and Caicos, where Omarosa and church in Jacksonville, Florida. Misick socialized at swank resorts and Reached for comment this restaurants. week, Misick declined to speak about They attended the South the six-month fling but didn’t deny that Caicos Regatta together with the it took place. actress Jasmine Guy and on the way ‘I have not seen Omarosa for a number back the boat got stuck on a sandbar of years and it is not in my nature to and they were stranded for hours until comment on previous relationships,’ he the tide changed,’ the source added. told DailyMail.com. ‘I remember Mike saying he Misick was appointed Prime had two beautiful women on board, Minister of the Turks and Caicos in plenty of food and drink, the boat was 2003, taking charge of a country with fine so he wasn’t exactly worrying. He limited infrastructure and few modern said he was disappointed when the tide amenities. eventually floated them off. His supporters say he oversaw ‘In New York they would dine a period of massive growth, developing at Sylvia’s which was one of Mike’s hotels, resorts and establishing it as an favorites and meet either at the Four A-list vacation spot. Seasons or Mandarin Oriental where After a landslide second Mike usually stayed. election win in 2007 he demanded the ‘But most of the time they just island’s British-appointed Governor enjoyed each other’s company and did begin the process towards a referendum the sort of things normal couples do.’ on independence from the UK. Misick has campaigned for British officials responded by the Turks and Caicos to become launching an investigation into independent from Britain and once Misick that accused him of ushering vowed to transform the islands into the in massive corruption and ‘a palpable ‘Monte Carlo of the Caribbean’. climate of fear’. Insiders say he was particularly They also questioned how wowed by Omarosa’s ability to someone with declared assets of ‘manipulate’ the media and thought $50,000 when he came into power could she could help him boost his image in be living a playboy lifestyle, complete the U.S. and was clearly aware of her with an $8million mansion and a leased relationship to Donald Trump. private jet. ‘As well as an obvious physical In 2009 the UK declared a

Mr Misick was aware at the time of her ties with Trump and Omarosa clearly admired him.

Omarosa arrived for her MSNBC interview at NBC’s Rockefeller Center studios in New York on Thursday in a colorful sleeveless dress which she changed out of before going on air

national emergency, suspending the constitution and taking back control of the island, warning that there was a high probability of systematic corruption within the government. Misick and other ministers were accused of financing lavish lifestyles by acquiring publicly-owned land and selling it to developers. Before charges were brought, Misick moved to Brazil where his claim for asylum was rejected and he was handed over to Interpol to be returned to the Turks and Caicos. He has spent the last three

years on trial in a court case which is estimated to be costing the country of just 31,000 inhabitants around $1million a month. Misick denies embezzling more than $16million and maintains he is the victim of a ‘political witchhunt’ by the ‘racist, oppressive’ British government. A short-lived attempt at a political comeback ended in failure in December 2016 when Misick stood as an independent candidate in the Turks & Caicos general election but received less than 6% of the vote.

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Police records system ‘running normally’, says Acting Commissioner Trevor Botting By Todeline Defralien Acting Commissioner of Police Trevor Botting strongly defended the Police Record system in Turks and Caicos Islands, following many complaints from the general public. In an interview with The SUN, Botting said: “The Police Records System is not always down. The new Rehabilitation Ordinance has led to a number of enhancements for Police Records and this has led to some delays whilst the changes were introduced. The system is now running normally. Applicants should be aware that the records are available seven days after application and two days if the need is urgent.

Additionally, persons also complained that due to the failing system it has affected their travelling schedules. The Acting Commissioner added: “With regards to any complaints, any delays are regretted but necessary. I would ask, where possible, applications are made in good time ahead of any travel.’ In the month of July the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force Records Department announced that there record system was being upgraded. In a release issued to media it said, “The general public is hereby notified that the upgrade will be completed in a few days, which may cause a delay in persons receiving

their records within the 7- day period. Once this upgrade is completed, persons applying will experience a new process and format with shorter lines. This upgrade is in keeping with the Amendments to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Ordinance. The Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force apologize for the inconvenience caused. Just two weeks ago the public was also advised that the Police records department would only be processing Emergency Travel and Medical Police Records Certificates until further notice. The release added: “The public is further notified that applications received after July 19th will see a delay due to technical

Acting Commissioner of Police Trevor Botting difficulties beyond our control. Please call 941-4448 for any assistance.”

New interim CEO appointed for NHIB by Hayden Boyce Publisher & Editor-in-Chief Dr. Teresse Maitland has been appointed as interim chief executive officer of the National Health Insurance Board (NHIB) for one year, effective July 1st, 2018. Prior to her appointment at NHIB, Dr. Maitland was the Chief Epidemiologist in the TCI’ Ministry of Health, Agriculture and Human Services, a post she held for 11 years. She also worked as Scientific Secretary at Caribbean Health Research Council/Caribbean Public Health Agency and as a Research Assistant Professor/Associate Program Director at Florida International University She is a graduate of The University of the West Indies, Mona, Jamaica, the University of Miami and Florida International University. Her LinkedIn profile describes her as a “dynamic, actionoriented global health leader with years of experience as a researcher,

administrator, epidemiologist and Global Health Leadership Award from the Teasdale-Corti Global educator”. It also stated that she is a Health Leadership Initiative of “dedicated, organized and efficient Canada and 2016 Outstanding team player with strong leadership, Achievement Award for Epidemiology supervisory, and planning skills” and and Research from the Caribbean that she has focused on spearheading Public Health Agency, the single research and epidemiological regional public health agency for the investigations to inform health-in-all Caribbean. She is guided by the golden policy development, support evidence- rule of treating others as one would informed decision making in health, strengthening public health want to be treated and inspired by infrastructure and improving health this Mahatma Gandhi quote, “The best way to find yourself is to lose outcomes. In addition, she is devoted yourself in the service of others.” to teaching, in-service training, ` Dr. Maitland’s appointment mentorship and capacity building of follows a period of turbulence at the students and staff and is adept at helm of NHIB under the management multi-tasking, working independently of former CEO Mrs. Zaneta Burton and cross-functionally to foster who was placed on an extended enduring collegial relationships, while period of paid leave that was initiated possessing an exceptional ability to by the mutual consent of her and prepare reports, manuscripts and the then Minister for Finance Hon. communicate findings including Washington Missick, after staff presentations and feature lectures in complained about her management local, regional and international fora. style. Since then, Mrs. Tammy Her honours include a 2008

Payment of gaming related taxes The Treasury wishes to advise of the following change which will take effect on August 20, 2018 and shall continue to be in operation until such time as the Gaming Control Ordinance comes into force and the Gaming Machines Ordinances, the Casinos Ordinance and the Turks and Caicos Islands National Lottery are repealed. 1) All payments of gaming related taxes must be made by direct deposit to the Turks and Caicos Islands Government Bank Account as under: Bank of Nova Scotia (Turks and Caicos Islands) Limited (BNS) Account Number: 754415. BNS has advised that payments may be directed to the account from the other local banks or via an internal transfer at the bank. The gaming related taxes are: a) taxes charged and payable under the Gaming Machines Ordinance;

b) taxes charged and payable under the Casinos Ordinance; c) taxes or such sums of money out of the gross receipts of the licensee required to be paid under the National Lottery License issued under the Turks and Caicos Islands National Lottery Ordinance. Licensees are also reminded that payment must be made by the specified due date. 2) After making the deposit at the bank, the deposit slip must be presented to the Treasury along with the information which is currently provided including: Name of Licensee Period for which the tax relates Basis and calculation of the payment 3)An “Official Receipt” will be generated for the amount. Please note that the tax is not considered “paid” until an Official receipt is issued.

Dr. Teresse Maitland, the new interim CEO at NHIP Howell-Robinson and Mr. Floyd Seymour acted as interim CEO of NHIP.

CRIME REPORT MAN SHOT IN ATTEMPTED ROBBERY Police are asking members of the public, to come forward with any information regarding an attempted armed robbery which occurred Monday, August 13, 2018. According to reports, shortly after 12 a.m. an armed masked man attempted to rob a Kew Town bar. A 57-year-old male received a gunshot wound and was taken to hospital. Investigations are ongoing. ATTEMPTED ROBBERY IN GRAND TURK Police on Grand Turk are investigating an attempted armed robbery, which occurred Monday, August 13th, 2018. According to 911 Central, at 9:13 p.m., armed masked men attempted to rob a North Back Salina grocery store. The men escaped on foot. There were no reports

of shots fired or injuries investigations are ongoing.

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If you have any information into this latest incident please contact the Chalk Sound Police Station at 3385901, 941-8082, 911 or call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-8008477. BLUE HILLS STORE ROBBED Providenciales police are seeking the public’s help with information into a robbery that took place at a Bay Road store on Wednesday, August 15th, 2018. According to reports, shortly after 1:00 p.m., an armed masked man approached the store cashier and demanded money. The robber made away with an undisclosed amount of cash, but there were no reports of shots fired or injuries. Investigations are ongoing.

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Acting Commissioner of Police Trevor Botting cause a delay in persons receiving their records within the 7- day period. Once this upgrade is completed,

persons applying will experience a new process and format with shorter lines. This upgrade is in keeping with the Amendments to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Ordinance. The Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force apologize for the inconvenience caused. Just two weeks ago the public was also advised that the Police records department would only be processing Emergency Travel and Medical Police Records Certificates until further notice. The release added: “The public is further notified that applications received after July 19th will see a delay due to technical difficulties beyond our control. Please call 941-4448 for any assistance.”

Permanent residence submission The Department of Registration & Citizenship, under the Ministry of Border Control & Employment, wishes to advise the general public of the following: Persons submitting applications for Permanent Residence, under Sections (12) and (13) of the Turks and Caicos Islands Immigration Ordinance 2015, and the TCI Status Ordinance 2015, must continue to maintain their legal status in

the Islands following on submission of an application and during the period that it is being processed. This is in accordance with the Turks and Caicos Islands Immigration Ordinance 2015 Part 3 Section 11, which states: “Except for an Islander, a British Overseas territories citizen or a permanent resident, a person shall not remain in the

Islands after the expiration of the period during which he is permitted to remain in the Islands by the Immigration officer unless the person is in possession of a valid permit issued under section 24, 32, or 33.” The Department of Registration & Citizenship further wishes to thank the public for its understanding and cooperation as we seek to improve our standards of service delivery.

Turks and Caicos Airport Hotel Airport Plaza, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands

Turks & Caicos Airport Hotel is seeking an experienced Administrative Assistant to perform general clerical duties to include but not limited to: preparing correspondence, photocopying, faxing, mail distribution, filing and such other clerical and secretarial tasks assigned by Turks and Caicos Airport Hotel. Responsibilities: •Provide general administrative and clerical support including preparing correspondence, mailing, scanning, faxing, copying and other clerical and secretarial related duties. •Create and modify various documents using Microsoft Office. •To maintain electronic and hard copy filing system. •Assist in resolving any administrative problems. •Complete errands on behalf of the Turks and Caicos Airport Hotel whenever necessary. •Telephone receptionist duties. Qualification: •High School Degree would be a plus. •2+ years of hand on administrative support experience. •Proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel and MS Outlook a must. •Knowledge or operating standard office equipment. •Excellent communication skills – written and verbal. •Ability to prioritize projects and strong problem solving skills. •Good research skills and attention to detail.

Salary will commensurate with experience.

Interested persons can call our Office at 946-4701 or 333-6695. This position is a new position. Interested Turks and Caicos Islanders are encouraged to apply directly, and submit a copy of their application to the Labour Board.

Airport Plaza, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands Applications are invited for teaching positions

Preschool Teachers Responsibilities The Preschool Teachers will be responsible for teaching the Abeka program to young children. Duties Design educational programs for students based on their needs. Knowledge The incumbent must have proficient knowledge in the following areas: Child development and early education theories and practices Safe and appropriate activities for children Ensure that children are supervised and safe at all times Education and Experience: The incumbent should attain the knowledge, skills and attitudes required for the position through completion of an Early Childhood Education Program combined with related day care and/or preschool teacher’s diploma experience or its equivalent. This position is currently held by a Work Permit Holder. Please contact Tumble Totz at 649-339-5878 or email resume to tumbletotz@gmail.com. Interested Turks and Caicos Islanders are encouraged to apply directly, and submit a copy of their application to the Labour Board.

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Five Cays getting major face lift, says MP By Todeline Defralien The constituency of Five Cays is about to get a major face lift. The plans for upgrading the community were outlined by its Member of Parliament, Hon. Sean Astwood, who recently collaborated with Amanyara Resorts to construct a new welcome sign to the constituency. During an interview with The SUN, Astwood said: “A big part of it (facelift) will be infrastructural projects like road redevelopment and paving, sidewalks, streets lights, new government buildings and an expansion to the community center. Those are the type of things that we are currently working on.” He added: “In addition, there are smaller projects like beatification, landscaping and the creation of the ‘welcome to Five Cays’ sign was the first step along the coast, as it was always intended that that corner would be redeveloped and be more inviting not just for visitors but just for the residents as well who are returning back home in the community. Astwood said that he anticipates the welcome sign project will complete in two weeks before their scheduled Five Cays Lobster Fest on September 1st. “I wanted to do something out there that seems like one of the pivotal point of the community that has heavy trafficking but also persons going into South Dock and Chalk Sound as well. One can see how important that intersection there is to the country, but again it is kind of depicting when

Member of Parliament for Five Cays, Hon. Sean Astwood inspecting the new sign at the Five Cays entrance you officially have arrived into Five realise that this is pretty much a new Cays and I wanted to make that way that we are going to be doing entrance very inviting to everyone,” business and we are going to get those he said, adding that a company companies who are operating in our called Cutting Edge Landscaping also communities to help us reinvest back partnered on the project. into the community,” he explained. “I was able to convince In addition, Astwood Amanyara to join in and do this type emphasized the need for utilizing of community project, as they are also the community center a lot more and the owners of the Blue Heron Aviation, plans to have it opened at all times so they have a business operating in with programs for the community. the community. I am really trying to He added: “We are also have conversations with all business working on additional multipurpose operating in our community whether courts so that we can get more use it is South Dock or along the Five out of it for different persons who are Cays road in assisting us in a number looking for different types of things of different community projects and such as community parks, a library, there have been many companies after-school programs, possible that have assisted us in the past. This schedule clinics and so on.” partnership will be the first of many Adding to the beautification process, that people will see and people should Astwood revealed that this year some

roads will be paved in the Five Cays community. He said, “I am happy to report that this year we are going to be getting some roads paved in Five Cays. The three roads that are going to be getting that level of attention because it’s going to be paving with sidewalks and that is Matilda Circle, Granny Hill and also the road continuing from Ms. Mackey straight down to the radar station. Last year we did a grading on Sand Bar Street and that is one that I want to put in for next year as well. For this year we are looking at those three and probably some grading in particular areas that are really bad, but next year we will be looking at some additional roads.” Astwood stated that the tendering for those roads should be released out sometime next month (September). When asked about the street lights for South Dock, the Five Cays MP said that his main focus is to get those existing lights that were there back up and installed. “That is something that we have been working and what I am actually working on now to push Fortis to the lights that have existed and damaged by the hurricanes to get those replaced,” he added. “As you know, to get new lights it come with new financial budgeting. My main focus now is to get those existing lights that were there up back and installed which they are working on. We do have some provisions for some additional lights that South Dock road is intended to benefit off as well.”

INTERISLAND AVIATION SERVICES GROUP SUBSIDIARY COMPANIES WHICH ARE: interCaribbean Airways, Provo Air Center, Flight Support Limited, Caribbean Aviation Maintenance Services has the following position(s) currently held by work permit holders available for immediate filling: Airline Executive: Must have a working knowledge of UK Aviation Regulations for Off-Shore Territories (OTAR), ICAO and IATA aviation practices and standards, US FAA Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR), and Dangerous Goods Regulations. Experience and knowledge of ramp and aircraft operations. Must speak, read, write, and understand the English language. Additional requirements include the ability to physically carry out the work scope involved. Providing managerial and administrative responsibility for the domestic and international base operations. Ability to make Responsible, strategic and tactical decisions that might affect safety and/or security of ground handling and station operations. Ability to provide proper management of all station managers with respect to supplies, documents, manuals, and other equipment that is required for proper station operation. Pilots for EMB120 fleet: 2- 5 years experience, must be current on aircraft type with valid medical and must be able to obtain US crew visas. Salary $60,000 per year. Customer service agents; Must have 1-2 years working experience in aviation industry, computer literate, hardworking, reliable and trustworthy with a valid police record and passport. Willing and able to work weekends and holidays. Wages $9.00 per hour. Airport Host: Must have 1-2 years working experience in aviation industry, computer literate, hardworking, reliable and trustworthy with a valid police record and passport. Willing and able to work weekends and holidays. Wages $9.00 per hour. Cashier: 1-2 years experience, computer literate, excellent commend of the English language, both verbal and written. Valid TCI driver’s license, police record and valid passport. Security Officer: 1-2 years experience, excellent commend of the English language, both verbal and written. Must be reliable and trustworthy with a Valid TCI driver’s license, current police record and valid passport should also be computer literate, Wages $9.00. Flight Dispatcher – 2 years experience, Dispatchers license, computer literate, strong work ethics, must be willing to work weekends and holidays. Salary $30,000 per year.

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Report from August 10th Cabinet meeting His Excellency the Governor, Dr John Freeman, chaired the 17th meeting of the Cabinet on Friday, 10 August 2018, at the Hon. Hilly Ewing Building on Providenciales. All Ministers were present except the Hon. Premier and the Hon. Minister of Health, Agriculture, Sports and Human Services. At this meeting Cabinet: •Approved a MSME concession order for the company Shabay’s Seafood for the development of a fish processing plant on South Caicos; •Approved the appointment of Mr Keno Forbes to the TCI Community College Board of Governors and to serve as Chairman of the Board for the year 2018/19; • Noted the recommendations made by the TCI Scholarships Committee for the award of international scholarships for the year 2018/19; •Granted approval for the ratification by TCIG of the Revised Agreement establishing the Caribbean Examinations Council; •Advised His Excellency the Governor to approve the Children (Care and Protection) (Amendment) Bill 2018 for forwarding to the House of Assembly for approval; •Approved the TCI Integrated Vector Management Policy/Plan to improve vector-borne disease control in TCI. Cabinet approved a phased approach to implementation of the Policy/Plan subject to the availability of funds; •Approved the InterHealth Canada (IHC) budget for clinical services for 2018/19; •Noted an information paper

from the Ministry of Health, Agriculture, tender notice for the lease of Crown Land Sports and Human Services up-dating Parcel 60804/140 on Providenciales in Cabinet on discussions between TCIG and accordance with Section 34 of the Crown InterHealth Canada (IHC) on the IHC Land Ordinance 2012; contract in TCI; •Advised His Excellency the •Advised His Excellency the Governor to approve the issuing of a Governor to approve issuing a land public tender notice for the lease of Crown surveying licence to Mr Franklyn Norton Land Parcel 60603/17 on Providenciales in to practice as an authorised land surveyor accordance with Section 34 of the Crown in TCI in accordance with Section 4 of the Land Ordinance 2012; Land Survey Ordinance; •Advised His Excellency the •Authorised the Ministry of Governor to approve the issuing of a Health to settle, on an exceptional and public tender notice for the lease of Crown equitable relief basis only, the claims of Land Parcel 10506/85 on Grand Turk in licensed vendors whose claims have been accordance with Section 34 of the Crown verified by the Public and Environmental Land Ordinance 2012; Health Department for services provided •Advised His Excellency the Governor to to the Ministry at the time of the 2017 approve the grant of a long-term lease to hurricanes; Fortis TCI Ltd over Crown Land Parcels •Approved the extension of the 20313/22, 20313/23 and 20313/24 on lease of His Excellency the Governor’s South Caicos; official residence in Providenciales for a • Advised His Excellency the Governor to period of one year with an option to renew; approve the grant of a 2-year licence, with • Advised His Excellency the an option to renew, to Island Trams Ltd Governor to authorise TCIG to negotiate to operate a restaurant and bar on Crown a lease agreement for the temporary Land Parcel 10307/22 on Grand Turk; accommodation of four departments of • Noted an information paper from the the TCIG Lands Division in the Windmill Ministry of Health, Agriculture, Sports Plaza Building on Grand Turk; and Human Services on the two solid •Advised His Excellency the waste disposal sites in Providenciales and Governor to approve the grant of a long- Grand Turk; term lease for 25 years, with an option to • Received an up-date by the renew, to Mr Navance Handfield for the Hon. Minister of Infrastructure, Housing development of a villa hotel and multi- and Planning on the work of the Water complex centre over Crown Land Parcel Undertaking Unit to improve the water 50500/90 on North Caicos; supply on Grand Turk, South Caicos and •Advised His Excellency the Salt Cay; Governor to approve the grant of a 99-year • Was informed by the Hon. lease to Caicos Resort Ltd over a portion of Minister of Home Affairs, Transportation Land Parcel 60000/661 and 60000/235 on and Communication of progress to extend Providenciales for the purpose of a resort coverage of Radio Turks and Caicos to expansion; Providenciales; • Advised His Excellency the Governor to approve the issuing of a public

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JOB DESCRIPTION OF MAINTENANCE WORKER The Turks and Caicos Islands Football association (TCIFA) is looking to recruit a MAINTENANCE WORKER on a full time basis. The successful candidate will be responsible for the delivery of grounds maintenance, associated services and processes that supports the operation, and ensuring the highest standards of safety, building, landscaping and grounds maintenance for the TCIFA’s employees and customers. Responsibilities: •To deliver quality grounds and minor building maintenance services to the highest standard, in line with TCIFA policies, legislative, environmental and certifying authorities’ compliance and best practice. •When dealing with customers, clients, support staff and members of the public, maintain high standards of customer care in relation to the quality and progressive image of the TCIFA. •At all times adhere to high standards in relation to Health and Safety. •Prepare the playing surface to a high standard, undertaking all duties to ensure the best possible playing surface. •Under the instructions of the Head GroundsAttendant, to be responsible for allocated ground maintenance tasks from start to completion including scoping the task, pricing and ordering materials, liaising with the customer, undertaking the work personally or coordinating and supervising others to ensure its timely completion. •Take action as is necessary, under the supervision of the Head Grounds Attendant where inclement weather or other factors are predicted to ensure that games go ahead. This may involve action in relation to public areas to ensure safety. •Ensure that the field and facilities are prepared correctly for fixtures and other events, while supporting match day operations. •Ensure that all machinery are maintained to a safe and adequate standard. No maintenance of machinery should be carried out by employees where this may result in a significant risk to health and safety. •Maintain the areas around the ground including hedges and car park ensuring safety for the public and good cosmetic appearance. This includes maintaining planting programme and soft landscaping. •Maintain all the pitches to a high standard ensuring the surface is usable, safe and prepared for the playing of football

•Undertake general maintenance tasks in relation to the playing surface and surrounding areas. •Undertake general maintenance tasks within the buildings and offices. •To ensure that all projects you are involved with are managed to the highest standards, working where required with sub-contractors and that the quality of site provision meets the needs of TCIFA’s employees and customers. Qualifications: •A minimum of 2 years’ experience with sports turf or horticultural background would be an advantage, but are not essential. •A strong sense of responsibility with good communication skills is required. •Willingness to work outdoors and in all weathers •Ability to work as a team member •Must possess a ‘can do’ attitude. •Must have a flexible approach to meet the nature and demands of the TCIFA business. The MAINTENANCE WORKER will be required to work approximately 44 hours per week. In addition, you will also be required to work outside normal office hours in the evening and weekends for match days and other TCIFA events and have a flexible attitude. Remuneration is $3100.65 monthly, paid on a biweekly basis. Please note that a work permit holder currently holds this position. We invite prospective applicants who are Turks & Caicos Islanders to apply. Submit all resumes to TCIFA General Secretary, Oliver Smith, at contacttcifa@gmail.com, or visit our offices at: TCIFA National Academy Venetian Road (Behind IGA Supermarket) Providenciales Turks & Caicos Islands 1(649)941-5532

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At the Alexandra Resort, the largest of the 3 all-inclusive Turks and Caicos Collection Resorts, summer time is fun time with the Fun Pals Program. The Fun Pals engage the guests of all ages, from games and activities for the kids to playing volleyball with the adults in the swimming pool. We coffer activities and facilities adapted to each age, season and environment that go beyond the typical games and arts & crafts offered elsewhere. It’s no wonder why parents and children alike are excited about our resorts as a top all-inclusive destination for family vacations!

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FortisTCI earns Global Business Continuity Recognition

FortisTCI is honoured to receive the ISO 22301:2012 Certification for its Business Continuity Management System earning the accreditation from leading standards organizations British Standards Institution(BSI), ANSI-ASQ National Accreditation Board (ANAB), and United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) Management Systems. FortisTCI is the first utility company in the Caribbean region to be certified by BSI. ISO 22301:2012 is used as a performance metric and benefits FortisTCI customers, the country, and the company by confirming that FortisTCI has developed effective,comprehensive disaster preparedness and business continuity programs that meet a global standard. As an essential service operating in a hurricane zone, the accreditation is also a further testament that FortisTCI, operating under its current management systems, is fully prepared for this hurricane season and seasons yet to come. FortisTCI has a multi-faceted business continuity management system, which has been established and continuously improved over many years, and which aided the company’s state of readiness prior to Hurricanes Irma and Maria, and was key to the

Members of the FortisTCI Business Continuity Working Group and Hurricane Preparedness Committee L to R: Rachell Roullet, Richard Gibbs, TeAndra Thomas, Devino Missick, Sharon Allijose, and Devon Cox. (Not pictured: Sherri DaSilva, Nigel Hosein, Daylon Joseph, Roxie Williams and Alvejes Desir) swift restoration of electricity across the islands after the storms. To achieve ISO 22301:2012 certification, FortisTCI underwent a multi-phase audit by an independent assessor who, earlier this year, visited all operation locations on all islands. The primary objective was to review FortisTCI’s business continuity management systems related to critical activities within the company’s service territories that directly support the operations of supplying electricity to customers.

demonstrationofthe commitment this company has to perform within best-inclass standards across all its operations. We built a strong and resilient utility by continuously investing in our people, systems, and infrastructurethat serve the needs of our customers and provide a competitive advantage for the Turks and Caicos Islands. Great companies and organizations invest in being prepared for natural disasters to ensure they recover quickly for continued service to their stakeholders.”

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HS Ltd. Cook

Main Duties Prepare food items of consistent quality in accordance with production requirements and quality standards while maintaining a safe sanitary work environment. Start prep work on food items needed for the menu of the day. Organize all of the various prep items needed from different areas to ensure that all items are in place and ready for service. Inform the Manager of any shortage of supplies that need restocking before items completely run out. Requirements Applicants must have a minimum of two years culinary experience preferably in hotel food and beverage industry. Comprehend and follow recipes and cooking techniques. Must have thorough knowledge and understanding of food service sanitation standards. Thorough knowledge and understanding of standard kitchen equipment and its use. Applicants must be willing to work varied shifts, split shifts, nights, weekends and holidays as required by management. Perform other duties as assigned, requested or deemed necessary by management. Applicants will be required to work on a full-time basis. Must be able to walk, stand or stoop for the duration of shift (at least 8 hours). Applicants must be able to understand/speak/read/ write English proficiently. Applicants must be detail oriented, must be hardworking and a team player. Work with minimal supervision. The salary range for this position is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Please submit applications to: Veronica Rigby, HS Ltd, P.O. Box 124, Regent House, The Regent Village, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands, Tel: (649) 946-5126; Fax (649) 946-5191; Email: ronnie@habgroup.com. Closing date for application is September 3, 2018.

PROVO GOLF CLUB Provo Golf Club is seeking a suitably qualified individual to fill the following opening. Only candidates who meet the minimum requirements will be considered. GOLF PROFESSIONAL JOB SUMMARY •Provide competent golf instruction to members and guests. •Run Golf Clinics for larger groups needing instruction. •Assist with organizing charity golf events at PGC. •Fully co-ordinate group events from start to finish. •Assist in tournament sales and set up. •Assist in a variety of other Professional Golf duties at PGC. REQUIREMENTS •Must have membership in PGA of America or Canada. •Strong computer skills using Microsoft Word, Excel and Publisher. •Minimum (2) years or more experience as a Golf Professional. •Proven organizational skills. The salary for this position is $550.00 weekly. Please submit applications to: Veronica Rigby, Provo Golf Club, P.O. Box 124, Regent House, The Regent Village, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands, Tel: (649) 946-5126; Fax (649) 9465191; Email: ronnie@habgroup.com Interest Belongers must also submit copies of their application to the Commissioner of Labour & Work Permit Board Zone 2. Position currently held by a work permit holder. Closing date for application is August 27, 2018.

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Ministry of Education announces 2018 international scholarship awardees The Ministry of Education, Youth, Culture and Library Services is pleased to publish the complete list of recipients of the 2018 Scholarship awards to complete tertiary level studies. The Education Advisory Committee met during July to review all international applications received on or before the application deadline of 31st May, 2018. The following seventy-two (72) international awardees were successful based on the identified priority areas, grade point averages and other policy related criteria. In total, the Educational Advisory Committee considered one hundred and thirty-five applicants (135) applications for further study, regionally and internationally.

This year’s international awards Culture and Library Services states, budget increased by 55% compared to “Congratulations to all recipients of last year’s budget during the June-July a scholarship award this year. I urge 2017 sitting of the Board. Therefore, 29 you to continue to place a high value on more awards were approved this year education, which led to your selection, when compared to last year during this and strive for excellence. Remember time period. The Education Advisory that you have a responsibility not only Committee is currently awaiting CSEC to yourselves but to your country; to results to decision the local awardees. contribute to its development when you The Hon. Karen Malcolm, finish your studies and my Government Minister of Education, Youth, Culture remains committed to investing the and Library Services, extends a resources to provide educational and profound thank you to all the members employment opportunities for all of the Education Advisory Committee Turks and Caicos Islanders. Education for their dedication to complete this is a constant process of learning that year’s review of applications, and offers limitless rewards for those that thirst for knowledge and are willing to subsequent list of awardees. Hon. Karen Malcolm, endure and work hard to accomplish Minister of Education, Youth, their goals. To the applicants who

were not selected for a scholarship award this year, please try again next year. Do not give up, continue to work towards your goals.” The Ministry urges applicants who may not have been successful to re-apply to the Secretariat for possible consideration in the future. Award letters will be available from August 20th 2018 and can be picked up at the Ministry of Education in Grand Turk, the Department of Education in Providenciales, and District Commissioners Offices in South and North Caicos during normal working hours, 8:00am – 4:30pm. See list of awardees below:

TCIG - Ministry of Education, Youth, Sport & Library Services International Scholarships / Grants awarded for Higher Education for the Academic Year 2018/19 No.

Surname Name

First Name

Program of Study

Level

Region

Pardo

Esperanza

Veterinarian Medicine

Doctorate

USA

Watkins

Nichole

Physical Therapy

Bachelors

USA

Total awards to National scholars

Ellis

Makayla

Psychology

Bachelors

CAN

Selver

Akia

Accounting

Bachelors

CAN

Williams

Dache

Applied Human Nutrition

Bachelors

CAN

Total awards for the region of Canada

Clerveaux-Forbes

Darlene

Human Resource Management

Masters

CAR

Ewing

Xavier

Computer Information System

Bachelors

CAR

Garland

Sakile'

Natural Sciences

CAPE

CAR

Harris

Inderia

Midwifery

Certificate

CAR

Smith

Anthea

Family Law

Bachelors

CAR

Smith

Jordan

Information Technology

Bachelors

CAR

Youth

Denricka

Psychology

Bachelors

CAR

Total awards for the region of the Caribbean

Archbold

Miranda

Chemistry,Physics, Biology and Mathematics

A'Levels

Astwood

Steven

Accounting & Finance

Bachelors

Been

Deshaya

Biomedical Science

Bachelors

Belliard

Desemona

ACCA Certified Accountant (Chartered)

Certification

Capron

Gabreann

Special Education Needs & Disabilities

Masters

Dames

Deardrea

Criminology

Bachelors

Dickenson

Elton

Accounting & Finance

Bachelors

Dickenson

Royette

Education: Learning, Technology & Society

Masters

Elliot

William

Business Management

Bachelors

Ewing

Alexander

Education (Learning, Technology & Society)

Master's

Forbes

Deronte

Forensic Science

Bachelors

Forbes

Tyra

Animal Management

Advance Level

Forbes

Dorianna

Education

Post Graduate Certificate

Francis

Sharnella

Estate Management

Bachelors

Fulford

Da-Sheena

Counselling Children & Young People (Education)

Masters

Hall

Loren

Marketing

Bachelors

Hardware

Ushannia

Law

Bachelors

Jones

Brielle

Accounting & Finance

Bachelors

Joseph-Pratt

Melody

Law LLB

Bachelors

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Lubin

Gemely

Education

Masters

McCartney

Imterniza

LLB Law (Online)

Bachelors

Malcolm

Walter

Civil Engineering

Bachelors

Missick

Lemelko

Law LLB

Bachelors

Missick

Romaine

Health Service Administration

Masters

Moore

Jennifer

Culinary Arts Mgmt.

Bachelors

Rigby

Arjah

Law with American Studies

Bachelor's

Roberts

Yelena

Human Resource Mgmt. Masters

Robinson

Jodian

Literacy Learning & Literacy Difficulties

Masters

Robinson

Royshania

Forensic Science & Criminal Investigation

Bachelors

Skippings

Timothy

Aviation

Bachelors

Williams

Bernadette

Employment Relations & Human Resources Mgmt.

Masters Degree

Williams

Darnae

International Air Travel Bachelors & Tourism Mgmt

Williams

Gabriell

Law with Criminology

Bachelors

Williams

Josselin

Business Accounting (Anti Money Laundering ACAMS)

Certification

UK (based)

Total awards for the region of the United Kingdom

Arthur

Reanecia

Biological Science

Bachelors

USA

Bassett

Artavia

Fiance/Investment

Masters

USA

Been

Roshawn

Finance

Masters

USA

Braithwaite

Khristopher

Human Resource Management (online)

Masters

USA

Cox

Kayon

Finance

Masters

USA

Cox

Roshawn

Computer Science

Bachelors

USA

Forbes

Norkeia

Biological Science

Bachelors

USA

Gardiner

Devante

Business Management

Bachelor's

USA

Gardiner

Jachelle

Psychology

Associates

USA

Gardiner

Latanya

Hospitality

Masters

USA

Garland

Angelo

Kinesiology

Masters

USA

Gaskin

Tare

Biochemistry and Computer Science

Bachelors

USA

Glasgow

Kharise

Counselling/Psychology

Bachelors

USA

Guerrier

Akia

Business Administration

Bachelors

USA

Greene

Christin

Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management

Bachelors

USA

Handfield

Kivarno

Sport Management

Bachelors

USA

Howell

Angelica

Computer Science

Bachelors

USA

John

Rashaun

Aviation

Private Pilot

USA

Jones

Asante

Sports Management

Bachelors

USA

Lightbourne

Arnissa

Hospitality and Project Management

Bachelors

USA

Malcolm

Roshaun

Business Adminstration Masters - Mgmt

USA

Mills

Candesha

Global Tourism & Sustainable Economic Development

Masters

USA

Smith

Erin

Piloting

Commercial

USA

Thomas

Rayna

Social Work

Bachelors

USA

Williams

Brianna

Health Service Administration

Bachelors

USA

Wilson

Kywana

Psychology

Masters

USA

Total awards for the region of the United States

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GREAT HOUSE MANAGEMENT LIMITED [SAILROCK] is seekingqualified candidates for the positions below

Food & BeverageManager •This person is responsible for managing the daily operations of all of Sailrock’s Food & Beverage operating outlets (i.e. Restaurants, Bars, In-Room Dining, Fresh Market, and Beach Services). •The Food & Beverage Manager will also be required to manage, train, and develop team members, as well as work within a set budget. •This person will reside in South Caicos. Responsibilities Include, but are not limited to: •Having full knowledge of food and beverage outlets and promotions, etc •Must be willing and able to work flexible hours, including late shifts, as well as on weekends and on public holidays. •Interacting positively with guests and responding to their special requests, needs, problems, issues and concerns and accommodating groups to ensure optimal levels of guest satisfaction and repeat business. •Working with the Executive Chef on continual menu development and refinement, including but not limited to regular, seasonal, special, wedding, banquet, function, promotional, events and custom menus, while designing and completing scheduled menu transitions on time. •Maintaining information on prices, rates, specials, etc while ensuring all staff are trained in all areas. •Improving guest and employee satisfaction and maximizing the financial performance of the department. •Working closely with the ReservationsDepartment and communicating all pertinent information in a timely manner. •Monitoring portion and waste control to maintain profit margins. •Having full knowledge of the roles and responsibilities of all Food & Beverage staff •Training Food & Beverage staff •Performing the roles of Servers and Bartenders, as required •Preparing BEOs Qualified Candidates will have/be: •Passionate about delivering outstanding customer service •Fluent in English (fluency in more than one language is a plus) •Minimum of 5 years of experience in a 5-star resort in a similar role •High School Diploma (Bachelor’s degree is preferred) •Able to handle cash and credit transactions •Able to effectively exercise high levels of patience, tact and diplomacy •Excellent communication skills – both written and oral •Exceptional time management skills •Able and willing to lift and move up to 25lbs •Able and willing to sit, stand, and walk for long periods of time

Salary Range •$30,000 - $36,000 annually Bartender Supervisor •This person will work with the Food and Beverage Manager and play a key role in providing a positive dining experience. •This person will reside in South Caicos. Responsibilities Include, but are not limited to: •Preparing classic cocktails, mixed drinks, wines & spirits beverages, as well as pouring wine/beer •Ensuring of consistent beverage preparation, presentation, and quality •Knowledge of all menus •Complying with all food and beverage regulations •Must be willing and able to work flexible hours, including late shifts, as well as on weekends and on public holidays •Interacting positively with guests and responding to their special requests, needs, problems, issues and concerns and accommodating groups to ensure optimal levels of guest satisfaction and repeat business. •Improving guest and employee satisfaction and maximizing the financial performance of the department. •Taking food orders at bars and assisting servers with food service, as needed, utilizing suggestive selling techniques. Qualified Candidates will have/be: •Passionate about delivering outstanding customer service •Fluent in English (fluency in more than one language is a plus) •Minimum of 3 years of experience in a 5-star resort •High School Diploma (Bachelor’s degree is preferred) •Able to handle cash and credit transactions •Able to effectively exercise high levels of patience, tact and diplomacy •Excellent communication skills – both written and oral •Exceptional time management skills •Must be of legal age to serve alcohol •Able to perform efficiently during high volume peak periods Salary Range •$20,000 annually Please submit applications to Human Resources Department: •Drop off: W104 Venture House, Grace Bay, Providenciales •Email: humanresources@southcaicos.com Both positions are currently held by work permit holders.Interested Turks and Caicos Islanders must also submit copies of their application to the TCI Labor Board.

ACCOUNTING MANAGER Milano Diamond Gallery is interested in hiring persons to fill the position of SALES PERSON The successful candidates will be responsible for selling high end jewelry and watches, and providing customer service Candidates for Sales Person requirements: •sales experience would be an asset •salary starts at $6.50 an hour plus commission on sales ASSISTANT MANAGER The successful candidate will be responsible for increasing store sales, helping salesperson upgrade and close sales, liaise with management on product sales, merchandise needed and inventory Candidates for Store Manager Requirements •Over 7years sales management experience in the high end retail jewelry industry •Gem knowledge •Certificate in gem studies •Salary starts at $3000 plus commission on sales All candidates must be willing to work with an irregular cruise ship schedule Candidates for both positions must be friendly and able to work with a team and also speak excellent English, while proficiency in other languages will be considered a plus These positions are currently held by work permit holders Applications can be submitted to Milano Diamond Gallery, Grand Turk Cruise Center 946-2276 Please also submit a copy of your application to TCI work permit board

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: •Preparation of financial statements and performance analysis for clients; •Designing and/or restructuring accounting processes and procedures; •Management of a diverse client base and variety of engagement types; and •Management of associate staff. QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: •Professional accounting designation (CA, CMA, or CPA); •Minimum of 15 years post professional qualification experience in senior accounting roles; and •Proficient in PC Law, Quickbooks, and Sage accounting systems. The salary for this position will be based on qualifications and experience, and will range from $80,000 - $100,000. All applicants will be reviewed; however only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview. Applicants should apply in writing or email by August 31st 2018 to: WB Financial Management Ltd. PO Box 137, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands Email: info@wbfinancial.tc Fax: 649-941-7498 Interested Turks and Caicos Islanders can also submit copies of their application to the TCI Work Permit Board. Position currently held by work permit holder.

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American wellness and lifestyle coach Dr. Sonia Kennedy to visit TCI

Dr. Sonia Kennedy, a lifestyle, wellness, and business coach, will be visiting Turks and Caicos Islands between September 20th and 21st, 2018 as a part of her international book tour. Known for her insightful and motivational videos, Kennedy is the founder of Empowering Wellness 360, a coaching and consulting company, that helps professionals, entrepreneurs, and businesses transform their leadership through the power of personal development and innovation. She provides high level training, coaching, and mentoring to assist entities in making powerful shifts for massive impact. A four-time published author and researcher, Dr. Kennedy recently released her 4th book: Dear Daddy: A Letter From A Successful

Businesswoman. The book shares the hardship of women entrepreneurs who grew up without the presence of their fathers and how they overcame their disadvantages and became successful CEOs and business owners. The book also inspires and empowers women with tools to overcome the trauma and related issues that arise for women, girls, and families due to the absenteeism of their fathers. Also known as “The Power Pusher”, Dr. Kennedy is an Author, Speaker, & CEO Trainer, & founder of Empowering Wellness 360, Dr. Sonia works with entrepreneurs and businesses as a business therapist to unlock their mental blocks, eradicate limiting beliefs, and align their vision with their business goals. As a result, clients are able to gain clarity, take

Playbook: 7 Ways to Unleash the Power Within, Vol. 2, & Dear Daddy: A Letter From A Successful Businesswoman. She is also the creator of Beyond The Couch: From Clinician to CEO, a signature system that transforms entrepreneurs from the “clinician” in their business, to the “CEO”. Dr. Sonia was nominated and featured in the 100 Black Women of Chicago and is featured on several podcasts. Dr. Sonia has a monthly business motivational blog: The Power of One at bity.ly/gogetyouryes. Dr. Sonia can be found on Twitter, Facebook, & LinkedIn. Dr. Sonia Kennedy To book Dr. Sonia to speak: action, and have a massive impact. email: soniakennedy1@aol.com. You Dr. Sonia is the author of can also follow her at her website at 4 books, to include Supernaturally http://www.empoweringwellness360. Made: Vol. 1, The Superpower com.

The rewards of representation By Jamell Robinson Over three months ago two of Turks and Caicos Islands’ premier athletes lost their athletic scholarships due to their participation in the Commonwealth Games hosted in the Gold Coast, Australia. As many would know by now, this past Monday they were both awarded scholarships to continue their academic and atheltic careers, along with a number of other well deserving scholarship awardees.

A couple of observations here: 1. The arc of history still bends towards justice. This situation could have gone wrong in so many different ways but in the end the right and just decision was made. 2. Sometimes it’s best to get ahead of a story to shape the narrative rather than what we do a lot in the TCI which wait and see the outcome than complain. This time, those who spoke and lobbied publicly and privately to influence this outcome, I tip my hat to you. 3. Having faith still works. At no

point did I get the sense from those closest to the gentlemen that they ever lost hope in knowing they would be sorted out in the end. The result may have come in a little late, but it came. So a big thank you to the Scholarship Board for making the recommendations in the first place. Also, a word of advice to Devante and Kivarno; complete your studies pursue athletics to as great extent as possible and return home to serve your country. Stay Blessed TCI.

Jamell Robinson

THE TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS NATIONAL INSURNACE BOARD EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY A vacancy exists at the Turks and Caicos Islands National Insurance Board for an Accountant at its Head Office in Grand Turk for a period of one year. Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced Turks and Caicos Islanders to fill the post. ROLE AND CORE FUNCTIONS OF JOB ■ Supervision of staff in the Finance & Accounts Department. ■ Preparation of Monthly Financial Statements. ■ Reconciliation of Balance Sheet and Income Statement accounts,which includes the various Schedules, with the General Ledger ■ Compilation and reconciliation of monthly investment report from all investment managers ■ Review and assist with the compilation of payroll data. ■ Ensures the reconciliation of various bank accounts. ■ Provision of financial support services to departmental managers across NIB. ■ Assistance with the preparation of annual budgets. ■ Ensures proper accounting and security of cash. ■ Ensures the completion of the Fixed Assets Register ■ Assisting with asset management. ■ Assistance with the training and the development of staff in the department. ■ Assisting with the development and implementation of financial management systems to protect the resources of the Board. ■ Acts as Financial Control in her absence ■ Perform such other duties and responsibilities as may be determined by the Financial Controller from time to time. EDUCATIONAL REQUIRMENTS This position requires a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or equivalent professional qualification and four (4)

years post qualification practicing experience. Knowledge and skills must also include the following:  Project management skills  Highly developed communications skills  Business Writing and Financial reporting skills  Computer and Information technology application for financial data management, analysis and reporting  Investigative skills  Human and financial resource management skills and team building skills  Budgeting  Development of internal control systems This position requires the frequent use of analytical reasoning and visual dexterity especially when incumbent is:  Assisting with the development of financial management systems to ensure the security of NIB’s assets.  Reconciliation of Balance sheet and Income Statement Accounts  Reviewing of Fixed Asset Register and assisting with asset management  Assist with the preparation of the budget.  Assisting with the training and development of staff in the accounting department. Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Applications giving full details of qualifications and experience should be sent to the Deputy Director Corporate Services, National Insurance Board, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands to reach no later than Friday, August 24, 2018

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Healing hemorrhoids By Dr. Marsha Barnett Hemorrhoids, also called piles, are swollen veins located around the anus. They can either be internal or external. Internal hemorrhoids develop within the anus or rectum. External hemorrhoids, which are more common, develop outside of the anus and are therefore always visible. The condition is very common as approximately 50% of adults have hemorrhoids by the age of 50 Fortunately, they are treatable. WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF HEMORRHOIDS? In many patients, the only symptom one has a hemorrhoid is the presence of a lump or swelling near the anus that may be painful or itchy at times. Blood being seen on the tissue or in the toilet is also a common indicator that you may have a hemorrhoid. Hemorrhoids may however cause extreme pain and even leakage of stool on the under garments. WHAT CAUSES HEMORRHOIDS? Whilst there isn’t a single cause for hemorrhoids, they are frequently seen in persons who have a history of chronic constipation or straining during bowel movements. Recurrent bouts of constipation or diarrhea as well as consistent anal intercourse increase one’s risk. Consistent heavy lifting, being obese or being pregnant also lends one to a

propensity to developing hemorrhoids. HOW ARE HEMORRHOIDS DIAGNOSED? Simply looking at the anus may be enough to diagnose a hemorrhoid as most are external and therefore visible on the outside of the anus. Even so, your doctor will most likely do a digital rectal examination, checking for internal hemorrhoids and any other anal conditions which might be causing your symptoms. If unsure, or if any additional condition is being checked for, a sigmoidoscopy may be done. This involves using a small fiberoptic camera, called a sigmoidoscope, which fits into a small tube and is then inserted into your rectum. This allows your doctor to get a clear view of the inside of your rectum. WHAT ARE THE TREATMENT OPTIONS FOR HEMORRHOIDS? Depending on the severity of the hemorrhoids and associated symptoms, over the counter treatments, prescription medicines and even surgical intervention may be the treatment option of choice. HOME REMEDIES Because pain is a primary symptom of hemorrhoids, most patients will use over the counter pain killers such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen for symptomatic relief. Sitz baths or cold compresses can also lend reprieve.

COX MANAGEMENT COMP ANY LIMITED Cox Plaza, 15 Five Cays Road Providenciales Turks & Caicos Islands Tel: 649-941-3650 Fax: 649-946-4283 bac@tciway.tc SEEKS TO RECRUIT FOR THE FOLLOWING POSTS: 1 HV AC TECHNICIAN/FOREMAN KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES •Manage and support personnel in the day to day operation. •Plan, implement and control a production schedule for HV AC projects. RELEVANT QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: •A minimum of 10 years’ experience in a similar role is essential. •HV AC Technician Certification, Mitsubishi City Multi & Lennox VRF and Daikin VRV Certified. Project Management Skills. SALARY-Negotiable between$ 44,000 to$ 68,000 per annum based on education, qualifications and experience. Position currently held by work permit holders. 3 HV AC TECHNICIAN KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES •Install, Troubleshoot and repair HV AC units including electronic and mechanical components •Inspect, repair, modify and install HV AC equipment including refrigeration and air conditioning compressors, receivers, condensers, chillers, water cooling towers, pumps, automatic and hand valves, expansion valves and capillary tubes. •Conduct regular preventive maintenance inspections of refrigeration units, isolated heating and ventilating units and electrically operated air conditioning equipment, and make necessary adjustments or repairs; service and repair evaporative coolers.

Over-the-counter topical treatments, which contain hemorrhoid creams with or without hydrocortisone may also be used for relief of pain and itching. Because stooling can be painful and also aggravate the condition, the use of fiber supplements can help guarantee smooth passage of stool without an exacerbation of the symptoms. MEDICAL SOLUTIONS If you see your doctor for your hemorrhoids, you will probably be advised on the over the counter treatments as they are used along with medical treatments. If the hemorrhoid is inflamed and swollen, a course of medicines, which are plant based with active ingredients called flavonoids may be prescribed as it has been shown to shrink them. According to the severity of the hemorrhoids and the problems they may be causing, surgical procedures be suggested. These procedures range from applying a rubber band or injecting a chemical to the blood supply of the hemorrhoid thereby forcing it to shrink, to surgically removing the hemorrhoid, a procedure called hemorrhoidectomy. PREVENTING HEMORRHOIDS Consuming foods that are high in dietary fiber can minimize the risk of developing hemorrhoids. Fiber helps create bulk in the intestines and softens the stool, making it easier to

Dr. Marsha Barnett pass. Increasing your water consumption and weekly exercise sessions will also increase the regularity of your bowel movements. To prevent or avoid worsening hemorrhoids, avoid straining during a bowel movement and use the restroom as soon as you feel the urge to have a bowel movement. *Dr. Marsha Barnett is a general practitioner who also specialises in dermatology. For questions or comments, please contact her at drmarshabarnett@gmail.com or at Associated Medical Practices - 9464242.

•Repair or replace defective parts in units and equipment and their controls, including thermostats, automatic switches, fan controls, log switches, damper motors, louvers, relays, filters, controls, belts, compressors, heat exchangers, high limit controls, pressure controls and safety valves. •Repair and rebuild semi-hermetic reciprocating compressors and compressors for centrifugal refrigeration machines. •Perform skilled electrical maintenance work in the repair, installation and alteration of HV AC equipment, components, timers, motors and wiring systems as needed; connect motors to control panels Certification, Mitsubishi City Multi & Lennox VRF and Daikin VRV RELEVANT QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: A minimum of 7 years1 experience SALARY-Negotiable between$ 22,000 to$ 40,000 per annum based on education, qualifications and experience. Positions is for 2 new applicants and 1 currently held by work permit holder. 1 LABOURER JOB SUMMARY -Performs a variety of basic technical tasks related to assisting in the service and repair of all heating and air conditioning systems. SALARY-Wages range between $6.50 to$ 8.50 per hour based on qualifications and experience. RELEVANT QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED •A minimum of 5 years’ experience •Must be able to understand, speak & write English. SALARY-$13,000 per annum Interested Turks & Caicos Islanders apply Positions currently held by work permit holders. APPLICATION DEADLINE: August 24th, 2018

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Future leaders in TCI urged to apply for Chevening Scholarship to study in UK Talented professionals from throughout the Turks and Caicos Islands, public and private sector, are able to apply for a fully-funded one year Master’s Degree, under the UK’s Flagship scholar programme supported by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) and partner organizations. The Chevening Scholarship Programme is a global scholarship programme aimed at future leaders. Scholarships are awarded to individuals with demonstrable leadership potential who also have strong academic backgrounds. The scholarship offers full financial support for future leaders to study for any eligible master’s degree at any UK university whilst gaining access to a wide range of exclusive academic, professional, and cultural events. TCI has been successful in having five talented individuals awarded this Scholarship in the past four years. Mrs. Kenisha Bacchus, who currently works as a Legal Consul for the TCI Financial Services Commission (awarded in 2014), Ms. Myrlchina Lewis, Financial Manager within the Accountant General’s Office (awarded in 2015), Mrs. Lormeka Morley-Williams who

has also recently been appointed as Deputy Director within the Department of Environmental and Coastal Resources(awarded in 2016),Mrs. Jasmine Parker-Thomas is currently in the UK finishing up her studies (awarded in 2017) and Ms Chandra Craigg who has been awarded for 2018 to study an MSc in Marketing and Digital strategy. Governor, Dr. John Freeman said: “We are looking for ambitious, professional, forward-thinking leaders from any walk of life. There is no such thing as a “typical” Chevening Scholar, but one thing that all of our previous scholars have in common is that they were bold enough to step forward and apply. ‘If you are chosen for Chevening, you will receive a firstrate UK education which can open doors in your career. You will also become part of the global Chevening Alumni network full of dynamic influencers who have shared the same experience as you will, and can offer mentorship, advice, and contacts. There is a lot to potentially gain from submitting a thoughtful application, so if you or someone you know has what it takes to be a Chevening Scholar, I would encourage you to apply before the 6

SENIOR ELECTRICAL TECHNICIAN

Description Responsible for carrying out effective preventive and corrective repairs to plant control and electrical equipment and other company assets in a manner consistent with equipment manufacturer’s specification and standard electrical practices and as directed by the Plant Production Manager or his designate Main Duties  Conduct competent and effective preventative and corrective electrical maintenance on all rotating and stationary electrical equipment owned and operated by Fortis TCI in a cost effective manner consistent with manufacturer’s operating and maintenance guidelines in a manner that ensures the highest reliability and efficiency from these units.  Responsible for performing all levels of electrical preventative maintenance without supervision on all generating units and plant auxiliary equipment in a manner consistent with equipment manufacturer’s guidelines.  To be highly knowledgeable of and competent in the electrical spares parts required by the generation units and supporting electrical systems at the power plants owned and operated by Fortis TCI and to identify and recommend to the management staff of the Division the spares parts that are needed for maintenance.  Display a profound knowledge of underlying theoretical and operating principles of all electrical equipment used in diesel fired operation and to utilize this knowledge in developing the Technical competence and capacity of assigned junior maintenance personnel.  Prepare comprehensive job reports and failure analysis report.  Competently use proper tooling during equipment repair and safeguard and maintain tools and other electrical repair equipment.  Operate shop tools as needed to fabricate, repair, weld, solder, cut, drill, etc.  Maintain records and reports as required (including inventory of necessary parts).  Demonstrate leadership and commitment in ensuring that maintenance activities are performed by self and team members in full compliance with the company’s Environmental, Health and Safety policies and procedures when on the plant site and during the execution of work duties.  Make recommendations (supported by data) to management staff in the Division of new techniques, tooling and processes to improve maintenance activities and increase overall plant efficiency.  Be available to respond to emergencies at all times outside of regular working hours, as may be required by plant contingency. Minimum Requirements  Successfully complete all the units of module in NCCER Level 1, Level 2, Level 3 and Level 4 (or equivalent) and have at least 10 years industrial

November deadline.” IN ORDER TO SUMBIT AN ELIGIBLE CHEVENING SCHOLARSHIP APPLICANTS MUST: •Be a Citizen of a Cheveningeligible country, and return there for a minimum of two years after completing their scholarship. •Have completed an undergraduate degree •Have at least two years work experience •Be able to meet the Chevening minimum English Language Requirement •Be able to obtain the correct visa, and receive an unconditional offer from a UK university Chevening Scholarship offers a monthly stipend, travel to and from your country, a thesis or dissertation grant and tuition fees. Applicants should read the online guidance and be able to demonstrate how they meet the Chevening selection criteria before submitting an application. Further details of closing dates and priority subject’s areas are available at www.chevening.org/apply

Governor, Dr. John Freeman For more Information Contact the Chevening Officer- Mr. Neville Misick Email: Neville.misick@fco.gov.uk Telephone: 1649 -946-2308/9 Applications opened on 6th August 2018 and will close on 6th November 2018.

experience in the operations, maintenance and repair of diesel generating stations. An Associate’s degree (or equivalent) in the electrical engineering trades will be an accepted equivalent academic qualification.  Successfully complete NCCER Crew Leadership Program (or equivalent supervisory/leadership training).  Significant experience in failure diagnostics, trouble shooting and carrying out all levels of preventative and corrective electrical maintenance/repair of large generation units and in particular Wärtsilä 20V32 generating units and Caterpillar 3600 Series units is required.  Significant experience with and competency in the use of computers, PLCs and standard computing software programs.  Significant experience in high voltage installation, maintenance, and repairs.  Above average analytical skills in math and principles of diesel engine machines  Excellence in interpretation of engineering drawings and manuals.  Professional competency in written and oral communication skills in English.  Must display a high competency in the use of computers and standard engineering and office computing software programs utilized in maintenance activities, reporting and record keeping. Abilities, Skills, Experience, Aptitude & Judgement  Excellent team player and team building skills  Excellent written and oral communication skills  Ability to deliver to strict deadlines and to work under pressure  Goal-oriented  Self- motivated Salary range: $58,420- $87,640 Compensation commensurate with experience and qualifications This position is currently held by a work permit holder. Qualified individuals should apply to the addresses below. Only successful applicants will be contacted for an interview. Deadline for submission of applications (inclusive of a cover letter, resume and a FortisTCI application form) is August 28th, 2018 to: Avi Adams Manager Human Resources FortisTCI Limited P. O. Box 132, Providenciales Email address: hrapplications@fortistci.com AND aadams@fortistci.com Ms. Desireka Glinton Secretary Immigration Board Zone 2 Airport Road, Providenciales Email address: jobregistration@gov.tc

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Minister for Home Affairs attends CANTO 2018

Minister of Home Affairs, Transportation and Communication Hon. Vaden Delro Williams attended the 34th CANTO Annual Conference and Trade Exhibition at the Hard Rock Megapolis in Panama City, Panama from 22nd – 24th July, under the theme “Guiding Digital Adoption to Lead the Global Market”. CANTO is recognized as the leading Trade Association of the ICT Sector for shaping Information and Communication in the Caribbean. Founded in 1985 as a non-profit association of 8 telephone operating companies, CANTO has now grown to over 125 members in more than 35 countries. The opening ceremony took place on Sunday with a number of speakers including Mr. Julian Wilkin, CANTO’s Chairman who welcomed

all the delegates to the event. Penn, Junior Minister for Trade and Day One of the Conference Investment Promotion BVI. Ministers expressed the view featured a Ministerial Breakfast and Round-table sponsored by Cable and that Governments were well on the Wireless. The theme for the Round- way via their unique development table was “Winning the Future – paths aided in some instances by Preparing for the Digital Economy CARICOM initiatives but continued and Assessing the Caribbean dialogue was necessary. Disaster Recovery following Readiness Today”. Is the Region doing enough to catch up? last year’s hurricane season and the Both Minister Williams fact that it provided an opportunity and Acting Director General Kenva to improve on ICT infrastructure was Williams participated as panelists also discussed. There was also a focus along with Hon. Andrew Wheatley, Minister of Science, Energy and on Disaster Mitigation and Technology Jamaica. Hon. Melford Recovery – Exploring the Risk and Nicholas, Minister of State and Vulnerabilities of Operations in Latin Information Antigua and Barbuda. America and the Caribbean. The Hon. Vincent Byron, Attorney Impact of Internet platforms on the General and Minister of Justice, Caribbean ICT Eco Systems, Federal Legal Affairs and Communications Communications Commission Trends St Kitts and Nevis, Hon. Marlon and its Impact on the Region, Key

Spectrum Requirements for WRC 19, Key Spectrum Requirements for WRC 19 – Action Plan for the Caribbean, A Regulatory Reset for the Digital Economy, Data Protection/ Cybersecurity Trends and Prediction and Technology – The Disruptor and Enabler by Mr. Jay Saunders of TCI. Other member states participating in the Conference were Bahamas, Barbados, Montserrat and Suriname. Hon. Williams was accompanied by Permanent Secretary, Mrs. Clara Gardiner and Executive Administrator, Ms. Karen Higgs, Acting Director General of the Telecommunications Commission Mr. Kenva Williams, Mrs. Rochelle Emily Gardiner and Chairman of the Commission, Mr. Pedro Ariza.

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Demolish the shanty towns “Give them one year’s notice and allow locals to build reasonable and affordable apartments with concessions/exemptions on construction materials.”

By Drexwell Seymour The development of shanty towns is increasing at an alarming rate in the Turks and Caicos Islands. The majority of shanty towns consist of structures that were not only illegally built, but were constructed on land that does not belong to the squatters. I recalled a few years ago when the Planning Department provided eviction notices to individuals so that they can start the process of demolishing the illegal shacks, unfortunately, both of the political parties were timid and more or less spoke out against the decision to demolish the illegal shacks in Five Cays at that time. BUILDING CODES I know it is the plan of the Turks and Caicos Islands Government to enforce the building codes. However, the building codes do not apply to shanty towns, as these individuals are building without planning permits anyway, and so the code is not applicable. The building codes apply to individuals who submitted, or plan to submit, plans to the Planning Department for approval. If we want to enforce building codes on legal structures, then we should be bold enough to enforce the demolition of the shanty towns.

UNFAIR TO OTHERS When locals or other residents construct a legal structure, they must abide by the building codes. If for any reason they were to build an illegal structure attached to their homes such as wash house, the relevant authorities will be the first to ensure they get rid of that illegal structure. Another unfair point is that there are some residents who have built very nice homes, but the value of their homes has decreased dramatically because they are surrounded by shanty towns. Another issue is that some of these same individuals are working in our restaurants and hotels and we are unsure of the sanitary condition which may pose health issues. Is this fair? It is time to demolish the shanty towns. GIVE THEM ADEQUATE NOTICE I am conscious that it will require adequate time for these residents to find suitable alternative housing, given that we already seem to have a shortage of accommodation, especially on the island of Providenciales. By giving them adequate notice, this will provide them with time to find other housing. This will also give others an opportunity to construct apartments to accommodate individuals.

WORK PERMIT ADVERTISEMENT REQUIREMENT The Ministry of Border Control and Employment is reminding employers, as well as the general public, that the Immigration Ordinance 2015 which was brought into force on April 1, 2016 established new conditions for advertising jobs which must be met when recruiting new staff or seeking a work permit renewal. For clarity, Section 28(2) of the Immigration Ordinance states the following:  The advertisement condition is satisfied if the employer has advertised the position in at least two consecutive issues of a newspaper published in and sold or distributed on the islands and the advertisement.  Describes the nature of the position available in sufficient detail to enable persons reading the advertisement to have a reasonable indication of the nature of the work and conditions of employment.  Contains the name of the employer and details of the whereabouts of the office or other places to which the application is to be submitted together with contact details, including telephone and fax numbers and an email address.  Sets out clearly the salary package relating to the position.  Invites prospective applicants who are islanders to send copies of their applications to the Board; and state whether the position is currently held by a work permit holder. ALL EMPLOYMENT AND RECRUITMENT AGENCIES WHEN PLACING ADS NEED TO IDENTIFY IN THE ADS WHO THE POTENTIAL EMPLOYER WILL BE. N.B. FAILURE TO MEET THESE REQUIREMENTS WILL RESULT IN APPLICATIONS NOT BEING ACCEPTED BY THE CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTER. For further information or questions please refer to the following; Website: http://www.gov.tc/work-permits Email address: infobordercontrol@gov.tc

Therefore, the writer is proposing a one-year notice. However, we must ensure that while this notice is being honoured, there are no new shanty towns being developed. DO NOT BE AFRAID I understand that some civil servants are afraid to go in these areas where the shanty towns are located. Some are afraid because of several issues. To combat this fear, civil servants should be accompanied by the police. Some politicians may be afraid, due to the impact it may have on the outcome of an election. They do not want to lose any Drexwell Seymour votes, so they may be silent on this issue. Be bold, politicians; even if it particularly those on work permits. means losing an election because We need to invest in drones to identify of your support for the demolition the location of these shanty towns. of shanty towns. Quite frankly, I Once identified, we need to provide don’t even think that their votes eviction notice to the residents will make a difference. If you fear The government needs to this, then ensure that this is a bi- promote and identify some Crown partisan approach. I know one thing; land and allow individuals to build any government that can deal with appropriate housing accommodations. government the issue of shanty towns will get Alternatively, an overwhelming support from the must encourage individuals to invest in private land and build electorate. I know there is also a fear accommodations to house individuals. from international bodies regarding Demolish the shanty towns within human rights and discrimination. a year and block access to the areas. We can build community parks in What about our rights? some of these areas where the shanty towns are, or we can have a housing NO ACTION, development. MORE SHANTY TOWNS Government must establish Should we fail to address this a Ministry of Housing to address the issue, our country will continue to shanty towns fiasco. Government should provide be plagued with shanty towns. It is concessions to individuals so they can already out of hand. By not doing anything, we construct affordable and reasonable are encouraging the promotion of housing. shanty towns in our country. When CONCLUSION individuals see no action being taken, they will continue to build more The issue of shanty towns shanty towns. In fact, some of them has been around for many years. brag about it. We have labelled the Turks However, until we show people that and Caicos as “Beautiful by Nature”, we are serious about getting rid of but if we do not watch out, these shanty towns, they will continue shanty town developments will to develop in the Turks and Caicos surely give us another name, “Ugly Islands. I know there may also be by Nature”. some locals who are building shacks and renting them to individuals as RECOMMENDATIONS well. This, too, is unacceptable and The government must enforce should be dealt with. This issue is out of hand. It that every employer needs to provide a physical address of their employees, is not the Turks and Caicos we know. showing that the employee has a Be bold and demolish these shanty utility bill to provide evidence of towns. The Bahamas is well ahead of their plan to demolish the shanty residence. I know this can cause towns despite cries of discrimination. Turks and Caicos, let us employers to lie about the address of their employees. However, random get rid of shanty towns and develop checks should be made to verify the a proper housing structure for our country. physical address of employees,

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POOL ATTENDANT The Pool Attendant will be responsible for all duties involved with maintaining a safe and clean pool area. REQUIREMENTS The successful applicant must be able to work with little to no supervision, must be able to speak English and understand verbal and written instructions, should be physically fit, hardworking and reliable. Wages $6.50 per hour Please submit applications to: Veronica Rigby, HAB Group, P.O. Box 124, Regent House, The Regent Village, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands, Tel: (649) 946-5126; Fax (649) 946-5191; Email: ronnie@habgroup.com.

Margaritaville Grand Turk seeks to identify a Sous Chef SUMMARY: To directly assist the Head Chef in all aspects of kitchen management with responsibility for employee scheduling, event planning, functions and to direct, organize and control staff whilst ensuring customer satisfaction. This function is also carried out while ensuring minimal cost and complete guest satisfaction. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: At least 2 years experience in addition to formal professional qualifications. REQUIREMENTS: -Supervise all kitchen staff to ensure that standard operating procedures, company code of conduct and health and safety policies/procedures are adhered to. -Monitoring profitability through ensuring the smooth and documented transfer of all items in an out of the kitchen.

GEMINI SECRETARIAL CONSULTANT

-Responsible for maintaining the company standard for food service and standardization of recipes, ensuring that all prepared items leaving the kitchen are in accordance with the highest taste and presentation standards.

S and J Contracting looking for the following persons to work 5-6days per week, 6:30 am - 3:30 pm, wages are $7.00 per hour. These positions are outdoors and on beach. These are new position and not held by anyone. Contact 3465647 during the hours of 10:00 am - 12:00 noon weekdays. Or visit 618 Quarry Road, provo 5 domestic workers, 2 roofers helpers, 2 carpenter helpers,

-Able to use Word & Excel, operate at a supervisory level, apply judgement to carry out written or oral instructions

Urban Construction and Elite Sports Bar is looking for 2 barmaid/ waitress to work 6 days per week@ $6.50 per hour. This position is not held by anyone, hours 3:00 pm to close. Contact 3465647 for interview.

Persons must have a good command of the English Language and be able to work long hours, holidays and weekends.

Construction company looking to hire a Steel worker and carpenter, carpenter helper to work 6 days per week @ $9.00 per hour, this position is not held by anyone. Contact 3475647 for interview. Monday - wednesday at 10:00 am only. Applicants who are Turks and Caicos Islanders should also send copies of their application to the Immigration Board

-Able to communicate with persons on all levels Other available positions are Bartenders, Servers and Kitchen Helpers. At least 2 years experience is required for a Bartending and Waiting positions.

Submit applications, accompanied by a resume to the Human Resource Department at nrobinson@margaritavillecaribbean.com or drop off at the office at Margaritaville Grand Turk. APPLICATIONS CLOSE ON AUGUST 31, 2018 Whilst we thank every applicant for their interest in Margaritaville Grand Turk, only short-listed persons will be contacted. Only applications from Belongers will be accepted.

STAY SHARP BARBERSHOP, JUST FOR MEN Lower Bight Plaza, Providenciales Is seeking Nail Technicians - $6.50 per hour •Duties include basic manicures, artificial nails, gel nails, nail repair, nail wraps and nail polishing. •Pedicures and the application of acrylic toenails may also be performed. Is seeking Barbers - $6.50 per hour •Cut, trim, and shape hair into desired style. •Utilize clippers, combs, rushes, scissors, and blow-out guns to style and cut hair. Is seeking Hairstylists - $6.50 per hour •Duties include shampooing, cutting, and styling hair, styling locs, deep conditioning, permanents, hair coloring and weaving. To work 6 days per week Please Contact: 346-4514 These positions are new positions Applicants who are Turks and Caicos Islanders should also send copies of their application to the Immigration Board

DEBT ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT F Chambers Attorneys at Law is seeking suitably qualified candidates for the above position. Duties include but are not limited to: Working with Credit Controllers to contact debtors to pursue payment; Maintaining accurate, up-to-date customer account information; Daily banking and processing received cheques and cash; Negotiating settlements with clients; Conducting investigations and statistical and documentary research; Attend executions of wills, real estate closings, depositions, court or administrative hearings and trials with the attorney. Starting Salary $1,200.00 to $1,400.00 per month based on Experience and Qualifications. All applications must be submitted to: Employment Department F Chambers Attorneys at Law 007 Emily House, 1105 Leeward Highway, Providenciales Tel 649-339-6275 Fax 649-941-4777 Email: sas@fchamberslaw.com

DIAMONDS INTERNATIONAL IS LOOKING FOR QUALIFIED SALES ASSOCIATES AND GENERAL MANAGER TO OUR GRAND TURK LOCATION Requirements for Sales associates: •Minimum of two (2) years jewelry sales experience with clear employment background •High communication skills and positive attitude towards customers •Clean criminal record •Willing to work with fixable hours including weekends and holiday in direct relation to cruise ship schedule •Salary paid biweekly at a rate of $6.25 to $7.00 per hour, depending on the applicant’s level of experience, seniority and continued high performance •All successful applicants are subjected for three (3) months’ period of probation ***Potential candidates who do not meet the specified requirements but show a willingness and ambition to learn our sales ethics and policies may, at the sole discretion of management, be exempt from any specified requirement and recruited as an employee in training. Requirements for General Manager: •Minimum of five (5) years jewelry sales experience & two (2) years of relevant experience in the operation and management of an upscale fine jewelry, precious stones and merchandizing store. •Minimum of 27 years of Age and of a demonstrably mature and competent disposition •Capabile of multi-tasking between sales, customer care and back office duties •Clean criminal record and acceptable record of employment. •Willing to work with fixable hours including weekends and holiday in direct relation to cruise ship schedule •Salary paid biweekly and vary at $2,000 - $3,000 per month depending on the applicant’sseniority & experience and continued high performance Interested applicants are required to submit a formal application in writing, addressed to the Company’s General Manager, either via emailat dhershkovich@shopdi.com Or by hand, delivered to Diamonds International at the Grand Turk Cruise Center *** All applications must include a copy of the applicants Turks & Caicos Islander Status ID, TCI passport and/or valid TCI PRC endorsed with the right to work. ***Interested TCIslanders are invited to submit a copy of their application to the commissioner & Labor

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FORTISTCI 2018 RATE VARIATION APPLICATION: YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED

Have More Questions? Let Us Know! Dear Valued Customers, Since filing our Rate Variation Application on July 11, 2018, FortisTCI has received several questions from you regarding the application, aspects of the company's operations, and hurricane restoration efforts. We have been pleased to provide answers, which have been published in this newspaper, via social media posts, and other fora. The full list of your questions and our answers is available on our website, www.fortistci.com. Just click on the news tab at the top center of the home page. Then click the link titled 2018 Rate Variation - Your Questions Answered. Thank you for your feedback. We appreciate the opportunity to engage with you. Please email us at corpcomm@fortistci.com, if you have further questions.

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FORTISTCI ACHIEVES ISO 2

Business Continuity Management System Tested and Proven to Meet Global Standards FortisTCI has received ISO 22301:2012 Certification for its Business Continuity Management System and has been accredited by leading standards organizations BSI, ANAB and UKAS Management Systems. This internationally recognized certification makes FortisTCI the first utility company in the Caribbean region to be certified by the British Standards Institution (BSI). This achievement is a testament to the robust, best-in-class standards that FortisTCI strives to maintain every day, across all its operations.

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22301:2012 CERTIFICATION

According to the International Association for Standardization, “ISO 22301:2012 specifies requirements to plan, establish, implement, operate, monitor, review, maintain and continually improve a documented management system to protect against, reduce the likelihood of occurrence, prepare for, respond to, and recover from disruptive incidents when they arise”. “This is a stellar achievement for FortisTCI. We built a strong and resilient utility by continuously investing in our people, systems, and infrastructure that serve the needs of our customers and provide a competitive advantage for the Turks and Caicos Islands. At FortisTCI, we work at being a great company every day. Great companies and organizations invest in being prepared for natural disasters to ensure they recover quickly for continued service to their stakeholders.” Eddinton Powell President & CEO

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1st Annual Ms. ECGYC pageant set for August 25th 2018 By Todeline Defralien On Saturday August 25th, the Edward C. Gartland Youth Center will be hosting its first annual pageant behind Shinning Stars, Providenciales at 6:30 p.m. The six (6) students will seek to be the very first Queen of the Edward C. Gartland Youth Center by competing in seven segment round - showcasing Opening Dance, Introductions, Career Wear, Talent, Evening Wear and Question. The event is spearheaded by Ms. Aleta Astwood who is doing a fantastic job with training and supervising the young ladies as they

embark on this venture. Organizers of the ECGYC pageant said this event will be an amazing family friendly show, where everyone will enjoy themselves. The contest are, Chalicia Capron, (15) sponsored by Dreadz, Thamara Pierre, (14), Sponsored by Basic Essentials, Kaneesha Gills, (16), sponsored by Natural Hut, Roulanda Sejour, (16), sponsored by The Wellington Collection, Ketchnaydine Thomas, (15), sponsored by Nell’s Gift Shop and Aaliyah Elliott, (16), sponsored by All About You. Organizers of the Event told The SUN, “The purpose of this beauty pageant is to provide our

young ladies with the opportunity certificates from Other People’s to channel their energies in a Affair, gift baskets from Nell’s Gift positive way, to help them learn Shop, dinner for two and Spas from about healthy competition, build Grace Bay Club, A handmade piece confidence, develop public speaking from the Wellington Collection, a and to motivate other young people pass for four at Beaches Turks and to step out of their comfort zone, be Caicos Resort and Spa and also cash prizes. brave and try something new.” The organizers of the event They added: “We believe that the pageant will help to build would like to say a huge thanks their confidence, showcase raw to some of their other sponsors talent within them, give them including Tropical Auto Rental, an opportunityto be crowned Ms other people’s affair, Akierra Missick ECG Youth Centre and take on and Carolina Clinic. the responsibilities that it entails If anyone would like to including various charity projects contribute please contact the youth and other social/community projects.” centre on 331-9602 or email info @ The prizes include: gift ecgyouthcentre.com.

CHALICIA CAPRON Contestent # 1

THAMARA PIERRE- Contestant # 2

KANEESHA GILLS- Contestant # 3

ROULANDA SEJOUR - Contestant # 4

KETCHNAYDINE THOMAS- Contestant # 5

AALIYAH ELLIOTT- Contestant # 6

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ENTERTAINMENT Rihanna and Shirtless Donald Glover Pose Together in Mysterious Photo -And Fans Are Wondering Why! What do Rihanna and Donald Glover have up their sleeve? The “We Found Love” songstress and the 34-year-old actor and singer were photographed together in an undisclosed location and fans are going wild. In new images that surfaced online on Wednesday, Rihanna is wearing a multi-colored striped dress with her hair in braids and putting up peace signs, while Glover is shirtless, wearing red shorts and holding a guitar and a printed purple shirt. Neither one of them has posted anything on their social media pages, yet several reports are speculating that the twosome is working on a musical movie together and filming in Cuba. According to reports, Riri and Glover are on set of a film directed by Hiro Murai and shooting in several locations in Havana, including a textile factory located in the Alamar municipality. The Cuban site, Vistar, also claims that Letitia Wright and Nonso Anozie are also part of the project, reportedly titled Guava Island. Naturally, fans are getting excited on social media, trying to find out what the two are up to. Another theory on what they’re doing, according to some fans, is that they are filming a music video together since earlier this week Rihanna announced that Glover would be performing at her Diamond Ball. The Ocean’s 8 star has also previously shared that she’s releasing new music very soon. ET has reached out to Rihanna and Glover’s reps for comment. For now, it seems as if fans will have to wait to find out what Glover and Rihanna are planning. Meanwhile, Rihanna currently covers the September issue of British Vogue, where she got candid about her curvy figure. When asked why she believes she’s the woman every woman fancies, her answer was simple: “Oh, you’re asking the wrong person.” “Maybe it’s because I’m ‘thicc’ now,” she joked. “I don’t know. I’m about to get back into the gym and stuff, and I hope I don’t lose my butt or my hips or all of my thighs. I’ll lose some but not all. And I think of my boobs, like, ‘Imma lose everything, everything goes!’”

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Aretha Franklin, music’s ‘Queen of Soul,’ dies at 76 Aretha Franklin, whose exceptionally expressive singing about joy and pain and faith and liberation earned the Detroit diva a permanent and undisputed title — the “Queen of Soul” — died Aug. 16 at her home in Detroit. She was 76. Her representative Gwendolyn Quinn announced the death and said the cause was pancreatic cancer. One of the most celebrated and influential singers in the history of American vernacular song, Ms. Franklin reserved her place on music’s Mount Rushmore in the late 1960s and early 1970s by exploring the secular sweet spot between sultry rhythm-andblues and the explosive gospel music she’d grown up singing in her father’s Baptist church. The result was potent and wildly popular, with defining soul anthems that turned Ms. Franklin into a symbol of black pride and women’s liberation. Her calling card: “Respect,” the Otis Redding hit that became a crossover smash in 1967 after Ms. Franklin tweaked it just so (a “sock it to me” here, some sisterly vocal support there), transforming the tune into a fervent feminist anthem. “Whenever women heard the record, it was like a tidal wave of sororal unity,” the song’s producer, Jerry Wexler, said two decades after Ms. Franklin first declared, “R-E-S-P-E-C-T, find out what it means to me.” Twenty of her singles

Aretha Franklin topped Billboard’s R&B chart and more than 50 reached the R&B Top 10 over a six-decade recording career during which she earned volumes of praise for her innovative and emotive vocal performances, even when the material didn’t quite measure up to her talents. A graceful mezzosoprano stylist, Ms. Franklin had remarkable range, power and command, along with the innate ability to burrow into a lyric until she’d found the exact coordinates of its emotional core. “She just bared her soul, she exposed herself, she did everything but get on the floor and scream and cry,” singer Natalie Cole told VH1. “She just

had that special something that people respond to.” “I don’t know anybody that can sing a song like Aretha Franklin,” Ray Charles once declared. “Nobody. Period.” She was at once a brilliant technician and a master emoter, a devastating combination that was unleashed on hits ranging from the swaggering “Chain of Fools” and the cooing “Baby, I Love You” to the pleading “Do Right Woman, Do Right Man” and the fiery, finger-wagging, “Freedom!”chanting “Think,” another of Ms. Franklin’s feminist anthems that gave unprecedented voice to black women in particular. politics were mostly personal, even when she sang about being “Young, Gifted and Black.” But through the profundity and ubiquity of her songs, she became the multioctave voice of the civil rights movement, performing at rallies staged by the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., a family friend — and, later, at King’s funeral. As one measure of her influence, comedian and civil rights activist Dick Gregory observed of Ms. Franklin’s radio presence: “You’d hear Aretha three or four times an hour. You’d only hear King on the news.” She sang gospel truths that resonated across age groups, but it was grown-up music, reflecting an adult sense of selfawareness and sexual maturity and full of hard realities to which she seemed to relate.

Madonna turns 60: The painful lessons she taught us about aging while female Madonna turned 60 on August 167th, a lifetime she’s mostly spent in the public eye in her four decades of pop music fame. And if there’s anyone who knows about the pitfalls of aging while female and famous, it’s Madge, a singer who has courted controversy from her first hit album, 1984’s “Like a Virgin,” onward, with criticism of her behavior evolving in its pearlclutching tone as she’s gotten older. Famously smeared as a slut for her convention-challenging brash sexuality in her career’s early years, Madonna has endured a different, sneering tone from the public over the past decade. In 2015, she inspired a wave of ever-so-slightly condescending coverage for her “wacky” flashing stunt on the Grammys red carpet. Dispatches from her Rebel Heart world tour in 2016 – an ambitious trek that grossed more than $100 million – accused her of being late, drunk and mentally unfit to tour. That same year, coverage of her custody battle with ex-husband Guy Ritchie over son Rocco often painted her to be the tortured loser, forced to let her son stay in London with his dad. Her 2015 attempt at a party anthem, “(Expletive) I’m Madonna” was smeared as “delusional.” Piers Morgan, reacting to her 2016 appearance on “Carpool Karaoke,” fake-vomited in a bucket, telling his “Good Morning Britain” audience about her dancing on the show, “You can’t be 58 and

dancing around like that. Put it away!” do when I don’t want to do it anymore. And there was the debacle I’ll stop when I run out of ideas. I’ll that was her guest appearance during stop when you (expletive) kill me. How Drake’s 2015 Coachella set, which about that?” turned what was intended to be an Yet there’s still a prevalent eyebrow-raising kiss between the two belief that Madonna has been living into a public humiliation when Drake out her 50s with, as The New York turned to the cameras after with a Times described in a 2015 story, a look of exaggerated disgust on his face. “lack of dignity.” These wide-ranging stories To those critics, Madonna all shared a similar cringe as they responded with the quiet rage of her assessed their subject: an aging speech at the 2016 Billboard Women woman with the audacity to stay in in Music Awards that has only gotten the spotlight. And Madonna, who more relevant as she’s approached age has proven to be an astute cultural 60. critic time and again throughout her Taking the stage to be career, has spent the past few years honored as the awards’ Woman of fighting back, both in her continually the Year, Madonna’s speech took a unapologetic flamboyance in the much less celebratory look at what it’s public eye and in her barbed defenses meant for her to be a woman in music, of her behavior in interviews. a chilling 10-plus minutes about the “I take care of myself. I’m in sexism, ageism and other abuses good shape. I can show my (expletive) she’s weathered in her pursuit of pop when I’m 56 or 66 or 76,” she said, success. reacting to criticism of her Grammys “I stand before you as a derriere-flashing stunt. “Who’s to say doormat. Oh, I mean, as a female when I can show my (expletive)? It’s entertainer,” she deadpanned in her sexism. It’s ageism. And it’s a kind of opening remarks. “Thank you for discrimination.” acknowledging my ability to continue She reacted similarly in a my career for 34 years in the face of 2017 interview with Harper’s Bazaar blatant sexism and misogyny and and claimed that her detractors just constant bullying and relentless want to see her disappear. abuse.” “Does somebody ask Steven “There are no rules – if you’re Spielberg why he’s still making movies? a boy. If you’re a girl, you have to play Hasn’t he had enough success? ... Did the game,” she continued, laying out somebody go to Pablo Picasso and the hard-won lessons she’s learned say, ‘OK, you’re 80 years old. Haven’t over her years in the business. “Be you painted enough paintings?’ “ she what men want you to be. But more said. “I’ll stop doing everything that I importantly, be what women feel

Madonna speaks onstage at the 2016 Billboard Women in Music awards comfortable with you being around other men.” “And finally, do not age,” she added, twisting the knife. “Because to age is a sin. You will be criticized, you will be vilified, and you will definitely not be played on the radio.” One year before the #MeToo and Time’s Up movements took hold in Hollywood, Madonna’s speech spanned just about every cause the two movements have advocated, touching on her own sexual assault before advocating for women in the industry.

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LIFESTYLE Cancer risk with diabetes is higher for women than men People with diabetes are more likely to develop certain cancers than those without the condition, and a new analysis suggests that the increased risk is greater for women than for men. Diabetes and obesity, one of the main causes of the most common form of the disease, are both independent risk factors for a variety of cancers. Some previous research suggests that this may be due at least in part to biological changes caused by these conditions such as high blood sugar levels and chronic inflammation as well as increased production of estrogen in women and decreased testosterone in men. To see if men and women with diabetes might have different risks of developing cancer, researchers examined data from 47 studies with a total of more than 19.2 million participants. Compared to people without diabetes, women with diabetes were 27 percent more likely to develop cancer and men were 19 percent more likely to develop cancer, the study found. While the smaller studies included in this analysis were not controlled experiments designed to prove whether or how diabetes might cause cancer, high blood sugar levels that can accompany diabetes can lead to DNA damage that may cause cancer, said lead study author Toshiaki Ohkuma of the George Institute for Global Health in New South Wales, Australia. This, of course, holds true for both men and women, Ohkuma said by email.

A group of women watch the sun set over the ocean in Laguna Beach, California October 24, 2016 It’s possible women with diabetes have a higher cancer risk than men because women go longer with slightly elevated blood sugar that’s not full-blown diabetes but can still damage cells, Ohkuma said. “In addition, after diagnosis of diabetes, women are often undertreated or not getting the same level of treatment as men,” Ohkuma added. “This means that cumulative exposure to cancer-causing (high blood sugar) may be longer (and more pronounced) in women than men, and thus women are at greater risk of developing cancer.” For many cancers that can develop in both women and men, women were more at risk, the researchers report in Diabetologia. Compared to men with diabetes, women with diabetes were 11 percent more likely to develop kidney cancer, 13 percent more likely to get oral malignancies, 14 percent more

likely to get stomach tumors and 15 percent more likely to get leukemia. Women with diabetes, however, were 12 percent less likely to develop liver cancer than men with diabetes. To minimize their risk of cancers associated with diabetes, men and women alike should focus on healthy behaviors that can prevent diabetes from developing in the first place, said Dr. Graham Colditz, associate director of prevention and control at the Siteman Cancer Center and Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, Missouri. “Don’t smoke; be physically active; and eat a diet filled with fruits, vegetables and whole grains and low in red and processed meats,” Colditz, who wasn’t involved in the study, said by email. “These behaviors can have health benefits no matter what your weight and even if you also have diabetes.”

Men, like women, can have post-sex blues After sex, men can sometimes experience a myriad of confusing negative feelings, a phenomenon called post-coital dysphoria (PCD), which can interfere with relationships, researchers say. The research team analyzed responses from over 1,200 men to an anonymous international online survey that asked whether they had ever experienced symptoms of PCD, which can include tearfulness, sadness or irritability following otherwise satisfactory consensual sex. The men, aged between 18 and 81 years, were primarily in Australia and the U.S., but the sample also included men in the UK, Russia, New Zealand, Germany and 72 other countries. The study team, led by Joel Maczkowiack, a master’s student at Queensland University of Technology in Brisbane, Australia, found that 41 percent of the men reported having experienced PCD in their lifetime, with 20 percent saying they had experienced it in the previous four weeks. Between 3 percent and 4 percent of the men reported experiencing PCD on a regular basis. “I would like to think that this study will help males (and females) reflect on their experience of sex, as well as encourage communication between partners about their experience,” Maczkowiack told Reuters Health by email. “In addition, we hope that this type of research will help people whose experience of sex is dysphoric (or dysphoric at times) to know that they are not the only ones who feel this way. In this sense, we hope this study normalizes a variety of human experiences following sex,” he said. Past research has found that PCD is common among women. This is the first time it has been documented in men, Maczkowiack said. PCD can occur despite satisfying and enjoyable sex. One man in the study reported that PCD made him feel “self-loathing.” Another reported, “I feel a lot of shame.” One participant said, “I usually have crying fits and full on depressive episodes following coitus that leave my significant other worried . . . .” The study, published in the Journal of Sex and Marital Therapy, found that PCD may be related to previous and current psychological distress and past abuse, including sexual, emotional and physical abuse in childhood and adulthood.

Getting too little sleep may ‘age’ the heart Adults who sleep too little or too much may have an increased risk of heart attack or stroke, say researchers who argue that the best way to think of the harmful effect is in terms of “excess heart age.” In a nationally representative sample of U.S. adults, those who slept seven hours a night had the lowest heart risk on average, calculated as 3.7 years of aging beyond their chronological age. That compared to 4.5 excess heart age years for those who slept six or eight hours and 5.1 excess years for those who got five or fewer hours of sleep nightly. “Prolonged periods of insufficient sleep have negative effects on multiple body systems including the cardiovascular system,” lead

study author Quanhe Yang told Reuters Health in an email. “Studies have shown significant relationships between sleep duration and heart disease risk factors such as high blood pressure, smoking, high blood cholesterol, diabetes, and obesity,” said Yang, a senior scientist with the Epidemiology and Surveillance Branch, Division for Heart Disease and Stroke Prevention of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta. Heart age is defined as the predicted age of a person’s vascular system based on their cardiovascular risk profile and was introduced by the Framingham Heart Study in 2008, Yang noted. “The difference

between a person’s estimated a simplified way to express heart age and his or her a person’s risk for having a chronological age is ‘excess heart disease.” Yang and colleagues heart age.’ Higher excess heart age indicates a higher risk of analyzed data from the developing heart disease,” he National Health and Nutrition said. Examination Surveys in 2007 For example, if a - 2014 on 12,755 participants 40-year-old man has a heart between the ages of 30 and 74 age of 44 years based on his years with no history of heart cardiovascular risk profile - disease or stroke. the personal risk of having a Based on self-reported heart disease - then his excess average weeknight sleep times, heart age is 4 years. the study team divided people “In effect, his heart is into five groups. About 13 4 years older than it should be, percent averaged five or fewer for a typical man his age. The hours of sleep each night, 24 concept of heart age helps to percent slept six hours, 31 simplify risk communication.” percent slept seven hours, 26 The CDC’s goal with this study percent slept eight hours and was to find a way to effectively about 5 percent slept nine or communicate the impact of more hours per night. researchers insufficient sleep on heart The health, Yang noted. “Excess calculated the participants’ heart age (EHA) represents excess heart age by factoring

in age, sex, blood pressure, whether they were being treated for hypertension, smoking history, diabetes and cholesterol to come up with an overall cardiovascular risk profile. Then they translated that risk profile into excess heart age years, according to the report in the journal Sleep Health. “Using excess heart age associated with sleep duration might simplify communication of heart disease risk,” Yang said. This could motivate more people, especially younger people, among whom the risk for cardiovascular disease is increasing, to be aware of the importance of sleeping the recommended seven hours per night.

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Jhonny Pierre S.A.N.A PLUMBING

BRENDA LIGHTBOURNE

SALON HELPER WANTED In Grand Turk Duties include delivering outstanding customer service while providing high quality shampoos and conditioning treatments. Also assist guests and team members. Salary $100.00 per week To work 6 days per week Please Contact 242-3823 or 341-8733 This position is currently held by a Non-Belonger Applicants who are TCI Islanders are requested to submit their applications to the immigration board

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Blue Hills, Fresh water Avenue Is seeking a Babysitter Duties include preparing and giving meals, bathing and dressing children, administering medicine and also doing housework To work 6 days per week Salary $6.50 per hour Please Contact Jhonny Pierre at 344-3288 This position is a new position Applicants who are Turks and Caicos Islanders should also send copies of their application to the Immigration Board

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North Caicos Contracting Ltd Sandy point, North Caicos Seeks 1 Carpenter With minimum 5 years’ experience and references Salary $8.00/hour Seeks 1 General Maintenance With experience and references, Salary $7.00/hour Both positions are held by Work permit holders For both Must be: Willing to work 6 days per week, Holiday and Weekend, Hardworking and reliable Contact during Office Hours 946 7437 or Email CV& Ref to ncc@ tciway.tc Applicants who are Turks and Caicos Islanders should also send copies of their application to the Immigration Board

South Dock, Providenciales Is seeking a Babysitter Duties include: preparing and giving meals, bathing and dressing children, administering medicine, doing housework, Salary: $6.50 per hour To work 5 days per week Please Contact: 241-5131 This position is held by a Work Permit Holder Applicants who are Turks and Caicos Islanders should also send copies of their application to the Immigration Board

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In North Caicos Is seeking Store Clerk Must provide assistance to customers and handle various duties such as operating the cash register, greeting customers, helping people locate products, doing paperwork, stocking shelves, and maintaining the store clean and organized

North Ridge Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a Live In Care Taker Position is a babysitter. Help with cooking and cleaning, washing and ironing. Must be able to drive. Salary: $6:25 an hour. Please Contact: 3311426 or Email: aldorarobinson@ hotmail.com The position advertised is a new position Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to Labour Board.

Kings landing, North Caicos Is seeking a Housekeeper Duties include ironing, laundry, cleaning and all household chores To work 6 days per week Salary is $200.00 per week Interested persons may contact 231-0262 This Position is currently held by a Work Permit Holder Applicants who are Turks and Caicos Islanders should also send copies of their application to the Work Permit Board

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Airport Road, Providenciales Is seeking an Assistant Network Technician Designing and installing well-functioning computer networks, connections and cabling. To work 6 days per week Salary $6.50 per hour Please Contact: 343-8282 This position is held by a Work Permit Holder Applicants who are Turks and Caicos Islanders should also send copies of their application to the Immigration Board

Valeria Glinton In South Caicos Is seeking three (3) Bar Maids Required to prepare and servealcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.Must also take food orders and cook a variety of dishes. Must work 6 days a week Salary $6.50 an hour Please contact 241-5705 These positions are currently held by work permit holder. Interested Turks and Caicos Islanders are encouraged to apply directly, and submit a copy of their application to the Immigration Board.

In Grand Turk Is seeking five (5) Bar Maids Must be able to serve drinks and assist the Bartender and must be able to serve the customers To work 6 days a week Salary $6.25 per hour Please contact 231-7246 These positions are currently held by Work Permit Holders Applicants who are Turks and Caicos Islanders should also send copies of their application to the Immigration Board

Leeward Palms, Providenciales Is seeking a Housekeeper Duties include, cleaning the yard, grooming and taking care of dogs and household chores To work 6 days per week, with flexible hours Salary $6.50 per hour Please Contact David Coester at: 245-0063 This position is currently held by a Work Permit Holder Applicants who are Turks and Caicos Islanders should also send copies of their application to the Immigration Board

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Valeria Houseman Norway, Five Cays SEEKS 2 Domestic Workers Must be able to read and write English, honest and trustworthy and do general cleaning. To work 5 days per week Salary $6.50 per hour Please Contact 244-0698 These positions are held by Work Permit Holders Applicants who are Turks and Caicos Islanders should also send copies of their application to the Immigration Board

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Norman Parker

Bottle Creek North Caicos, Providenciales Is seeking Farmers Must be able to cultivate, plan, harvest and other farm maintenance duties To work 6 days per week Salary $6.25 per hour Please Contact: 231-3898 or missickrolle@hotmail.com This position is held by a Work Permit Holder Applicants who are Turks and Caicos Islanders should also send copies of their application to the Immigration Board

Is seeking a Domestic Worker Must be able to read and write English, honest and trustworthy and do general cleaning. To work 6 days per week Salary - $6.50 per hour Please contact: 241-7244 This position is held by a Work Permit Holder Applicants who are Turks and Caicos Islanders should also send copies of their application to the Immigration Board #539030

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Weekly Salary is $300.00 Please Contact: 243-6683 This position is held by a Work Permit Holder Applicants who are TCI Islanders are requested to submit their applications to the immigration board #681582

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Saurina Hair Center & Boutique Kew Town, Providenciales Is seeking Nail Technicians $8.00 per hour •Duties include providing nail and hand services to customers, such as basic manicures, artificial nails, gel nails, hand massages Seeking Hairstylists - $8.00 per hour •Duties include shampooing, cutting, and styling hair, though they may also provide hair treatments, including deep conditioning, permanents, hair coloring, and weaving. To work 6 days per week Please Contact 441-9218 These positions are new positions Applicants who are Turks and Caicos Islanders should also send copies of their application to the Immigration Board. #539024

Discovery Bay, Providenciales Is seeking a Housekeeper To work 5 days per week Salary is $6:50 per hour Responsibilities include vacuuming, dusting, laundry, mopping and waxing floors and changing and laundering linen. Must be able to work flexible hours, stay extra for overtime and have their own car. This position is currently held by a Work Permit Holder Please Contact: 3310221 3310220 Applicants who are TCI Islanders are requested to submit their applications to the immigration board

Robert James Luker

needs In South Caicos 2 bar maids and 1 domestic work. bar maid must serve drinks and keep bar area clean, domestic work mus be able to do general cleaning.Must work 6 days per week Salary is $6.25 per hour This position is currently held by a Work permit holder Please Contact: 341-5245 Interested Turks and Caicos Islanders are encourage to apply directly, and submit a copy of their application to the Commissioner of Labour

SDM General Contracting (SDMGC) Limited

Earlene Smith

DOMESTIC WORKER WANTED In Grand Turk Must be able to do housecleaning, run errands and cooking and maintain the home. Salary $150.00 per week To work 5 days per week Please Contact 241-5756 This position is currently held by a Non-Belonger Applicants who are TCI Islanders are requested to submit their applications to the immigration board

In South Caicos Is seeking a Domestic Worker To work 5 days per week Duties include general cleaning and cooking. Salary $6.25 per hour This position is currently held by a work permit holder. Applicants who are Turks and Caicos Islanders should also send copies of their application to the Immigration Board. Please contact Lakish Brooks-Pierre at 332-2528

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CARPENTER WANTED Grand Turk Duties include: Installing structures and fixtures, such as windows and molding. Measure, cut, or shape wood, plastic, and other materials. Salary $8.50 per hour To work 6 days per week Please Contact 241-3674 This position is currently held by a Non-Belonger Applicants who are Turks and Caicos Islanders should also send copies of their application to the Immigration Board

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Dewin L. Williams

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LABOUR NEEDED is needed In south caicos Must be will to work 5 days per week Salary is $7.00 per hour This position is currently held by a Work permit holder Please Contact: 332-3726 or 331-3529 Interested Turks and Caicos Islanders are encourage to apply directly, and submit a copy of their application to the Commissioner of Labour

Jean Luxama Five Cays, Providenciales Is seeking a Truck Driver Must have at least 8 years experience; be able to deliver goods while operating a tractor-trailer truck To work 5 days per week Salary $8.00 per hour Please Contact: 341-7518 This position is a new position Applicants who are Turks and Caicos Islanders should also send copies of their application to the Immigration Board

539027

Jean Luxama Five Cays, Providenciales Is seeking a Babysitter Duties include cleaning, sweeping, mopping and also babysitting To work 6 days per week Salary $6.50 per hour Please Contact: 341-7518 This position is a new position Applicants who are Turks and Caicos Islanders should also send copies of their application to the Immigration Board 539026

DOMESTIC WORKER is needed In provo Must be able to do general cleaning and cooking. Must work 5 days per week Salary is $7.00 per hour This position is currently held by a Work permit holder Please Contact: 332-3726 or 331-3529 Interested Turks and Caicos Islanders are encourage to apply directly, and submit a copy of their application to the Commissioner of Labour

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The Bahamas to revisit fiscal projections after purchase of hotel in Freeport

The Dr. Hubert Minnis administration will have to revisit its fiscal projections after announcing a decision to purchase the Grand Lucayan resort complex, Press Secretary Anthony Newbold said. “It has to revisit its fiscal projections and all of the expectations that it had,” Newbold said. “As you said, it’s been likened to a hurricane. That was one of the things the minister of finance said, ‘Please, God don’t send us a hurricane.’ Everything is going to have to be revamped and looked at in those terms. This is something that the government didn’t expect it would The Grand Lucayan resort in Freeport, Grand Bahama have to do. So here it is, there is this and has left 1,000 workers without While Newbold could not say hotel that’s sitting out there, couple jobs. how much the government will buy the thousand people not working; we have When he presented the hotel for, The Guardian understands to get involved. So, the government 2018/2019 budget in May, Deputy that the final sale price remains at gets involved. The prime minister Prime Minister and Minister of $65 million, the same price Hutchison said we have to buy this hotel. Well, Finance Peter Turnquest said the Whampoa quoted Paul Wynn. everything that goes with that now government’s budget was about Wynn, a Canadian real estate has to be factored against what was “putting an end to past practices of developer, had signed a letter of intent planned for the fiscal health of the fiscal mismanagement” and charting to buy the property but he later pulled nation over the next 12 months.” a course for reducing the burden out of the deal. The closure of the property of government debt and exercising He said the final sale price shutters roughly 59 percent of Grand prudent management of taxpayer was too high. Bahama’s total hotel room inventory, dollars. Wynn also said that

Barbados PM says there will be job cuts Bridgetown, Barbados – Barbados’ Prime Minister Mia Mottley has admitted that as her government moves into the second and third phases of its plan to restructure and transform the economy, there could be no getting away from job cuts in the public sector workers. But she is promising there won’t be any callous layoffs, and that government will make provisions to cushion the blow for those affected. The restructuring will also go beyond job cuts, Mottley said in Parliament yesterday. As she laid the Public Service (General) Order 2018— which paved the way for public servants to receive a five per cent wage hike—, Mottley dismissed the suggestion from former Central Bank Governor Dr DeLisle Worrell on job cuts, saying her government would not be going that route. “Five thousand or six thousand people are not five thousand or six thousand mangoes on a tree to be picked. They are people who have responsibilities to themselves and their families, and I say to you that whatever else is done, the structure of Government has to follow the purpose of Government,” she said. “Will there be some consequences to people? Of course there will be. I’m not going to stand here and fool anybody. But will the consequences be of the magnitude of four and five and six thousand jobs? No, there will not be. Equally, we appreciate that there are some people who may say, ‘look, I have reached

Prime Minister Mia Mottley 60 years old; the circumstances She added that of my family are such, or the “affirmative action” on circumstances of my health are government procurement may such, that I would rather take my also be used in this effort. leave now and go into voluntary The Prime Minister separation on a platform to be said that within two weeks, her negotiated and settled with the government will be speaking to Social Partnership and unions the people of Barbados about in particular…All of that will “what we believe to be the road be presented to the country, map for phase 2 and phase 3 so I want to give the people of under the Barbados Economic Barbados the assurance that we Recovery and Transformation got this.” Programme”. Mottley added that those The restructuring will who will be impacted by the cuts also include bringing order to will be assisted by government. millions of dollars in transfers to In fact, she said she public entities. would take special interest in Suggesting that there those people. A special unit is to would be an overhaul of debtbe set up in her office – “because ridden state agencies, Prime I’m not asking anybody to take Minister Mottley said it will not responsibility for caring” – to be business as usual at statutory work with those “victims of corporations. restructuring”. She said the government could Mottley said no longer afford the drain on consideration would be given the public purse, and disclosed to using a series of measures, that state enterprises were including access to government now required to present to land for farming and access to the Ministry of Finance their licences, to help cushion the accounts for analysis within five impact. days of the previous month.

purchasing the property would have required him to ask the government for too much and contended that the best thing for Grand Bahama might be for the government to purchase the property. He said it could take between $110 million and $120 million to open the doors of the Grand Lucayan to guests. Prime Minister Dr. Hubert Minnis said that government will move ahead with buying the resort as it is the right thing to do. But former Prime Minister Hubert Ingraham said it would be an all-around bad idea for the government to buy the property. “The government has a variety of tools in its tool kit to ensure that it does not have to purchase that hotel and one thing it could do, to start with, it could jump on a plane and go to Hong Kong, and show respect to the owners of Hutchison Whampoa and speak to them directly,” Ingraham said. Asked about this, Newbold said, “He’s (Minnis) talking to them. That’s a decision that prime minister and his government will make.”

Antigua announces ‘non-stop’ campaign ahead of CCJ referendum ST JOHN’S – Attorney General Steadroy “Cutie” Benjamin has announced the start of a “non-stop campaign” ahead of a referendum vote in November on whether or not Antigua and Barbuda should make the Trinidad-based Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) as its final court. The London-based Privy Council presently serves as the island’s final court and Benjamin said that the referendum on November 6 will allow for the population to indicate whether they intend to join the CCJ that was established in 2001. “We want to make sure Antiguans are brought up to date with the real purpose of the CCJ. So we are starting a campaign, a nonstop campaign from now until the day of the elections. “I just want to talk with my fellow Antiguans and Barbudans today. Search your soul, search your heart. Are you really independent? Are you really a Caribbean person? How can you say you are independent when you don’t control your Court of Appeal,” Benjamin asked. Benjamin urged nationals to ensure that they are registered to participate in the referendum, saying that the last date for registration is August 31. “So you could have your challenges, objections etc. But to get on the final list. The list will be published in October you’ve got to register by the 31st of August this year,” Benjamin said. The referendum will be held on November 6. While many of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) countries are signatories to the Original Jurisdiction of the CCJ, only Barbados, Belize, Dominica, Guyana have signed on to the Appellate Jurisdiction of the court that also serves as an international tribunal that interprets the Revised Treaty of Chaguaramas that governs the regional integration movement.

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Cayman iguana meat to go on sale in US The first green iguana meat export shipment left the Cayman Islands Tuesday, raising hopes that the private sector could play a role in tackling the growing problems posed by the invasive species. After a lengthy vetting and permitting process, Spinion Ltd. shipped 236 pounds of iguana to its American subsidiary to be processed for sale online. The company aims to start on a small scale, targeting a niche Maria Yapelli with one of the boxes ready for export food market in the United States largely made up of Central American In the long term, the business She said processing expatriates. It hopes to generate a owners hope to get into the pet-food iguana meat for dog food would strong enough customer base to ship industry, a move that would enable require investment in research and 500 pounds of iguana each week – them to export significantly higher development, but could be an avenue volumes of iguana. for the Cayman Islands to make a equivalent to about 200 iguanas. The figure is a drop in the Maria Yapelli, one of the profit by getting rid of its unwanted ocean in the context of the 14,000 founders of the business, said: iguanas. “If we want to get big iguanas per week that environment “Currently the export is for human officials say need to be killed to begin consumption. Once we get the dog numbers of iguanas off this island, we to make an impact on the invasive food and dog treats going, we will be need to get the dog food and dog treats species. able to take field-slaughtered animals; going. If the government here would But Spinion’s owners believe then we would be talking about 2,000 be willing to help us develop that, it could be a win-win,” she added. they can be a big part of the solution. pounds per week.”

Trinidad teacher on trial for murdering 13-year-old student in Jamaica WHEN 13-year-old did stay one more day no bone Shanoya Wray left home quietly wouldn’t leave, and no smell on the night of July 15, her wouldn’t be there,” she said. relatives — who quickly reported The police were alerted her missing — had no clue she to the remains by a neighbour would not return home alive. who was concerned about an Not once during the unpleasant stench from next week in which they awaited her door after cleaning his home. return did they think that she The neighbour reportedly a would have turned up dead and used a ladder to climb up and that her alleged killer would peep through a window over be Trinidadian teacher, Sanju into the premises and made the Maharaj, who is currently before unfortunate discovery. the court on a sex charge with her According to Hall, based as the complainant. on the state of the remains, she “I thought she would was informed that an autopsy come back home; I wasn’t thinking could not be done. The police, she that [she would be dead] at all,” said, have since theorised that said Wray’s mother, Shana-Hay a caustic substance was used to Hall, who was in tears as she burn the teen’s body. spoke with the Jamaica Observer She said that she was yesterday from her family home also told by the police that on Tavern Drive in Kingston. neighbours had allegedly seen a The teen’s grandmother, man burning female clothing and Sylvia Campbell, who was also braids. Her daughter, she said, in tears, said, “Everyday we call was wearing braids at the time Biffy (Shanoya), even though she went missing she nuh answer. [It seemed] the “We just can’t believe phone was locked off from the how the man burn up the child, Monday, but we a say Biffy must ‘cause even the bone weh left back answer.” dem say no substance no inna the “The morning after she bone, so if the neighbour never gone we never did a tek it fi find it even the next 10 years we nothing, ‘cause pickney go bout wouldn’t find her or know what dem business and come back, so happen to her, and dem would you expect har fi come back the haffi just throw out the case,” Monday. You a look fi har a come said the child’s aunt, shaking her in a the day or in the evening, head. but every time dem call Biffy no A 19-year-old resident answer,” Shanoya’s aunt Lisa- of Harbour View in Kingston, Gaye Hall. Lenardo Madden, believed to be But five days later the a close friend of the Trinidadian family’s hope quickly turned and who was allegedly at the to heart-rending grief when house when the police made the relatives were asked to submit gruesome discovery was later to DNA testing which confirmed charged along with Maharaj with that the skeletal remains that murder, accessory after the fact, were found soaking in a bathtub and misprison of felony. with chemicals at premises on The Trinidadian teacher Walley Close, in Kingston, on was arrested and charged last July 20 belonged to the missing year after Shanoya was found teenager. at his home a day after she did Hall, who said she has return home from school. been unable to eat or sleep She said around October properly since her daughter’s of last year her daughter, who death, said the police were only was then a 12-year-old grade able to recover few pieces of bone seven student at New Day Alland a skull. Age School did not come home “The doctor say if it after school.

Shanoya Wray, whose skeletal remains were found in a bath tub last month Maharaj, who was on teaching practice at the school at the time, was out on bail and had been scheduled to reappear in court this November on carnal abuse charge. The teenager’s father, Starkey Wray, who later turned up at the home yesterday, could not hide his emotions. “Me cyaan even tell you how I’m coping; it a mad me, it’s the worst thing ever happen to somebody I know. “The man who kill her is really wicked; first me see a man wicked like that: how you can kill a child like that?” Similar sentiments were expressed by Shanoya’s older sister, Correy-Ann Morgan, 15. “It just nuh feel right just to know how she innocent and to know what she go through; maybe if a did something like sickness kill her we wouldn’t feel like we do now, ‘cause we not even know how she died. We just imagine the pain that she went through before she die; it’s just hard.” She described her sister as always pleasant. “It’s like certain things in a life hard for me to do now. Me try me best not to think about it, but it is like something come in my head back and I can’t be happy to the fullest again,” Morgan said. The family, meanwhile, is hoping they will get justice in the court. (From Jamaica Observer)

“That would enable us to cull and get them off island without throwing them into the dump and potentially creating another health issue.” Food safety regulations mean animals meant for human consumption have to be caught live and killed at Spinion’s processing plant in George Town. The company uses contractors to supply iguanas, caught with a noose, and has set up a pen in North Side where the animals can be left for collection. It plans to set up similar facilities in Bodden Town and West Bay. Ms. Yapelli said Spinion would be increasing the amount of iguana it buys from ethical contractors, and adding Caymanian staff to work at its processing plant. For now, though, she plans to bask for a few days in the triumph of making the first export shipment. “It has been a long road with a lot of hurdles, but we are finally there. I’m so excited,” she said.

St. Vincent PM wants Japan to have strategic development plans for the Caribbean KINGSTOWN, St. Vincent – St. Vincent and the Grenadines Prime Minister Dr. Ralph Gonsalves has called on Japan to establish a strategic relationship with the 15-member Caribbean Community (CARICOM) grouping. “I want to see Japan not just as having an ordinary relationship with St. Vincent Prime Minister Dr. CARICOM. I want Ralph Gonsalves them to see it is in their strategic interest to be very much involved in the CARICOM countries,” Gonsalves told a news conference following his visit to the Asian country earlier this month. Gonsalves told reporters that during his bilateral discussions with Japanese Prime Minister, Shinz Abe, “we identified a number of areas within the strategic fray which dovetail with Japan” He said these include the question of climate change, “which is part and parcel of sustainable development, people to people exchanges, and in that regard Prime Minister Abe agreed with the proposal that I put to him”. Gonsalves said that within the strategic proposal, there was a necessity for a ‘special carve out for St. Vincent and the Grenadines. “So we are putting our case within a regional context but yet having a bilateral emphasis. After all I am the Prime Minister of St. Vincent and the Grenadines,” he said, adding that “during his presentation he had been careful “not to overload it”. Gonsalves said he believes the “strategic proposal” put forward to his Japanese counterpart had been well received adding “I think that we are on a footing with Japan which is a much stronger one than when we went and I think we are going to see in the changing world Japan playing an important and an even more important role than they are playing in the Caribbean. “This is an area where historically, the British, the Canadians, Europeans, the North Americans have been very engaged and they still are. But you know Europe has its own set of challenges with Brexit and other related matters. “Canada has its own set of concerns. We see the foreign policy emphasis by the United States of America. So in that context you have to put on the table, a country of the size, the economic importance of Japan for an even more profound involvement in our area,” Gonsalves said.

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Agents urge peers to spread word that Caribbean is open Las Vegas - Ovation Vacation’s Jack Ezon said he is “shocked” by the number of clients who think the Caribbean is decimated because of hurricanes Irma and Maria. “They don’t know because nobody’s telling the story anymore,” Ezon said during a roundtable discussion on Caribbean recovery at Virtuoso Travel Week here. The truth is that most of the Caribbean is open for business. Affected islands are courting tourists to help their recovery efforts. According to Karolin Troubetzkoy, past president of the Caribbean Hotel Association, about 90% of hotel inventory in the Caribbean affected by the storms has reopened. Six destinations are still in recovery mode. “There is a certain spirit of enthusiasm in the Caribbean,” she said. “It’s been really tough, but we are going to come back really strong from the experience.” According to Ezon, comparing this year’s festive season (Dec. 22-

Jan. 3) to what was on the books last August, travel to the Caribbean is 13% down. It’s not terrible, Ezon said -- there is space for more travelers, “but it’s not wide open.” January is down 18%, while February is up 2% and March is up 1%, thus far. April is 34% down so far. Ezon said he and his advisors are being proactive to get clients back to the Caribbean, calling those who have visited before and telling them they can return. Many are surprised, he said. He called on other advisors to do the same and help the region recover. Advisor Carmen Teresa Targa of Condado Travel shared her story during the roundtable. Condado, based in Puerto Rico, is owned by Targa’s parents. The hurricanes last year weren’t the first Targa has experienced. The first major hurricane she lived through was Hurricane Hugo in 1989. “Nothing prepares you for the aftermath, especially when you have

small children and families to take care of,” Targa said. In the aftermath of Hurricane Maria, Puerto Rico was left with no power or communications. But Targa noticed a sense of community. She met neighbors, people who she didn’t know before. Condado has three branches in Puerto Rico. One, located where Maria made landfall, was a complete loss. In the days after the storm, Targa and her family worked to reopen and help their clients. The normalcy of going to work helped them deal with the disaster they had experienced, she said. In addition to helping clients, Condado helped staff members. Some had lost everything they own. The agency brought generators to the office and served meals at work. As far as serving clients, Targa said “it was hard.” The airports were closed for a week. For clients already on trips, Condado advised them to stay where they were for the time being.

She and her father were getting up at 3 a.m. to check the day’s flight inventory as it came online and nab seats. They gave priority to those who urgently needed to leave the island, like pregnant women and individuals who were ill. They told their clients to keep their bags packed and ready, Targa said. As seats became available, they would text their clients to get to the airport and, hopefully, out of Puerto Rico. Today, Targa said, she is bolstered by the attitude of everyone on the island. They are grateful they survived the storm. Restaurants are open again. Hotels are open. Tourist attractions are back up, too. She encouraged people to visit, and expressed gratitude to those who helped Puerto Rico after the hurricane hit. “We want you to come,” she said. “We want you to see it, because we need you and we want to say thank you -- thank you for everything you did for us.”

CARPHA says risk of contracting Zika virus is low

PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad – The Trinidadbased Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) says the risk of contracting the Zika virus (ZIKV) in the region is low but there still a need to be vigilant given the ongoing risk for dengue and other mosquito-borne diseases. CARPHA said that it had conducted a 30 month review of the situation and found that the number of cases of the virus, which was first detected in the Caribbean in late 2015, increased in the first half of 2016 and reached its peak circulation in August 2016, and then declined rapidly by December 2016. “ Before, during and after the introduction of the virus, CARPHA has been conducting surveillance and laboratory testing

activity for ZIKV and has worked assiduously with its 26 CARPHA member states (CMS) and partners to strengthen the ability to detect and diagnose cases; to enhance the capacity to reduce transmission of this and other vector-borne diseases; and to improve coordination and use of information for prevention.” CARPHA said that ongoing surveillance and laboratory testing in the region indicate that the epidemic circulation of ZIKV has been interrupted in Caribbean territories, adding this is based on congruency of data available from several sources and on experience of previous outbreaks of mosquito-borne viral diseases in the region. CARPHA said that local surveillance in member states has demonstrated

both a decrease in general fever-related illness as well as a specific absence of ZIKV reports over the past year. It said that its regional laboratory continues to test samples for mosquitoborne disease, including ZIKV, Dengue virus (DENV) and Chikungunya virus (CHIKV). “These tests have shown the drastic decrease from the peak of ZIKV circulation in 2016 to a situation where no cases of ZIKV have been confirmed among samples received from any CMS over the past 12 months”. CARPHA said it has reached out to international public health agencies, including the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) and the European Centres for Disease Control (eCDC), for

information on cases of ZIKV in travellers returning from the Caribbean to Canada and Europe respectively. ‘The data shared indicate a similar pattern to that seen in our regional data – a drastic decrease from a high-point in 2016, to sporadic cases in the immediate aftermath and no cases this year,” CARPHA said, but advised that there is still a need to be vigilant given the ongoing risk for dengue and other mosquitoborne diseases. “The agency maintains continuous vigilance of health and disease trends and risks for residents and visitors in the region. We continue to work closely with other public health partners including US CDC, PAHO/WHO, tourism organizations public

health agencies in Canada, the United Kingdom and the European Union to find innovative ways of mosquito control including behaviour change communication and research.” It said that working alongside Caribbean countries it will support vector control activities and educate the public to protect the health of all within their borders. But CARPHA said there is a need to strengthen surveillance in member states, set up registries for babies affected in the 2016 epidemic, enhance laboratory testing capacity, document the findings of countries to ensure evidence-based policy and practice and to look at ways to deal with climatesensitive, mosquito-borne diseases.

Jamaican man, 66, killed by dogs during early morning walk On July 21 Latoya Cole and her family members were to celebrate a special occasion, but tragedy struck in the wee hours of the morning, casting a dark shadow on a day that would have otherwise been filled with congratulatory smiles and well wishes. As Cole’s older sister Marsha prepared to walk down the aisle, news came that their 66-year-old father, Whittington, had been rushed to Spanish Town Hospital in St Catherine. He had been ripped apart by at least four pit bulls and Rottweilers and was bleeding profusely. Hours later, he died. Cole, who spoke with the Jamaica Observer, said Whittington often walked when he was unable to sleep. He was doing this when the dogs attacked him. “At 12:45 am he was walking in the community of Hampton Green. I can only assume that he was

walking back home or walking out of the scheme when dogs attacked him. The doctors told me he said four dogs attacked him,” Cole said. The attack, she said, occurred at the intersection of Grant’s Crescent and Locksley Avenue. She said that while her father was apparently wrestling with the vicious canines, he received a bite on his right arm’s main artery, causing him to lose blood rapidly. “They bit his right wrist. They bit his other arm close to his elbow. They bit his left foot down to his ankle. Both his ears were bitten off. The middle part of his scalp was torn off completely. You could see where he was wrestling with them,” the woman said followed by a heavy sigh. She said she received a call at 1:48 am from good Samaritans, who broke up the attack, informing her

that her father was at the hospital. “I rushed to the hospital. They were trying to stop the bleeding. I could hear when they were testing him, asking him if he could feel anything. I was there for about three hours waiting for them to tell me what was going to be done. They told me I had to sign a consent form for them to give him blood. “He was there undergoing excruciating pain because he was moaning non-stop. While he was there moaning I remember the doctor came back to me and said ‘Let me show you the pictures.’ When I looked at them I could not believe what I was looking at. You could tell those were some big dogs that attacked him,” Cole shared. She said shortly after 4:00 am her father was taken into surgery because doctors could not control the bleeding despite doing all they could.

Whittington Cole, who was mauled by dogs. “They told me to go home. I did so, but by 5:11 am I got a call to come back to the hospital. From I got that call I knew that he passed. When I went in I was being told the medical terms, and then they told me ‘Your dad passed’. I could not believe it.

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Pentagon says China military ‘likely training for strikes’ on U.S. targets WASHINGTON - China’s resolve an escalating tariff conflict military has expanded its bomber that threatens to degenerate into an operations in recent years while all-out trade war. The report said that while “likely training for strikes” against the United States and its allies, a the PLA had continued to extend Pentagon report released on Thursday operations, it was not clear what message Beijing was seeking to said. The assessment, which comes send by carrying out the flights at a time of heightened U.S.-China “beyond a demonstration of improved tensions over trade, was contained capabilities.” The Chinese embassy in in an annual report that highlighted China’s efforts to increase its global Washington could not immediately be influence, with defense spending that reached for comment. This year China’s air force the Pentagon estimates exceeded $190 billion in 2017. landed bombers on islands and reefs “Over the last three years, in the South China Sea as part of a the PLA has rapidly expanded its training exercise in the disputed overwater bomber operating areas, region. In January the Pentagon put gaining experience in critical maritime regions and likely training for strikes countering Beijing, along with Russia, against U.S. and allied targets,” the at the center of a new national defense report said, using an acronym for strategy. While Washington and China’s People’s Liberation Army. The report comes as China Beijing maintain a military-toand the United States plan to hold military relationship aimed at trade talks, offering hope they might containing tensions, this has been

U.S. Defense Secretary James Mattis gestures during a press briefing at the Pentagon in Washington, U.S., May 19, 2017 tested in recent months, notably in May when the Pentagon withdrew an invitation to China to join a multinational naval exercise. In June, U.S. Defense Secretary Jim Mattis became the first

Pentagon chief to visit China since 2014. The Pentagon report said that despite a projected slowdown in economic growth, China’s official defense budget would be more than $240 billion by 2028. The Pentagon report also said China’s space program was progressing rapidly. “The PLA continues to strengthen its military space capabilities despite its public stance against the militarization of space,” it said. This month, President Donald Trump’s administration announced an ambitious plan to usher in a new “Space Force” as the sixth branch of the military by 2020. One of the arguments in favor of developing such a force is that American rivals like China appear increasingly ready to strike U.S. space-based capabilities in the event of a conflict.

U.S. warns on Russia’s new space weapons GENEVA - The United States in February, said a priority was to orbit was inconsistent with anything Russian draft treaty, he said. “We are seeing that the voiced deep suspicion on Tuesday over prevent an arms race in outer space, seen before, including other Russian Russia’s pursuit of new space weapons, in line with Russia’s joint draft treaty inspection satellite activities, adding: American side are raising their “We are concerned with what appears serious concerns about Russia, so including a mobile laser system to with China presented a decade ago. But Russian President to be very abnormal behavior by a you would think they ought to be the destroy satellites in space, and the launch of a new inspector satellite Vladimir Putin unveiled in March declared ‘space apparatus inspector’.” first to support the Russian initiative. pursuit of They should be active in working which was acting in an “abnormal” “six new major offensive weapons Russia’s capabilities “is to develop a treaty that would 100 systems”, including the Peresvet counterspace way. Russia’s pursuit of military mobile laser system, Poblete disturbing given the recent pattern percent satisfy the security interests of Russian malign behavior,” she of the American people,” he said. counterspace capabilities was said. “But they have not made this “To the United States this said, and its proposed treaty would “disturbing”, Yleem D.S. Poblete, U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for Arms is yet further proof that the Russian not prohibit such activity, nor the constructive contribution,” he said. disarmament Control, Verification and Compliance, actions do not match their words,” she testing or stockpiling of anti-satellite China’s ambassador Fu Cong called for weapons capabilities. told the U.N.’s Conference on said. Alexander Deyneko, a substantive discussions on outer Referring to a “space Disarmament which is discussing a inspector”, whose senior Russian diplomat in Geneva, space, leading to negotiations. new treaty to prevent an arms race in apparatus “China has always stood for deployment was announced by the dismissed what he called “the same outer space. A Russian delegate at the Russian defense ministry last October, unfounded, slanderous accusations peaceful use of outer space and we are conference dismissed Poblete’s Poblete said: “The only certainty we based on suspicions, on suppositions against weaponization of outer space, an arms race in outer space, or even remarks as unfounded and slanderous. have is that this system has been and so on”. The United States had not more turning outer space into a battle Russian Foreign Minister ‘placed in orbit’.” She said its behavior on- proposed amendments to the Sino- field,” he said. Sergei Lavrov, at the Geneva forum

Venezuela says two military officials arrested over drone blasts CARACAS Venezuela chief prosecutor, Tarek Saab, said two high-ranking military officers were arrested for their alleged involvement in drone explosions during a speech by President Nicolas Maduro earlier this month. The South American country’s government has accused opposition politicians and antiMaduro activists abroad of scheming to assassinate the leftist leader with the drones, which were laden with explosives, during a military parade. Fourteen people, including a lawmaker and several young men, have been arrested, while another 20 suspects remain at large, including in neighboring Colombia

and the United States, according to authorities. Saab said Colonel Pedro Zambrano and General Alejandro Perez had been presented in court on Monday. Further details were not immediately available about the detainees. The Information Ministry, which handles media inquiries on behalf of the government, did not respond to a request for comment. Reuters was unable to contact the two officers. The alleged involvement of military officials in the drone incident is notable in the convulsed oil-rich nation where the armed

forces have long been powerbrokers. Open calls for military intervention have grown after massive anti-government protests last year failed to unseat Maduro and he was re-elected in a May vote widely decried as a sham. Scores of soldiers have been detained on accusations of conspiring against Maduro or of desertion, as they too sometimes struggle to eat three square meals a day amid the worst economic crisis in the country’s history and a severe food shortage. The government has said the drone attack was carried out by 11 hit men recruited during anti-Maduro demonstrations and trained across the porous border with Colombia.

Authorities have said financiers in Bogota and Florida promised the group $50 million and a stay in the United States in exchange for killing Maduro. Maduro’s critics say he is using the incident to stifle dissent and cement his power in the oil-rich nation amid the economic crisis that has brought with it salary-destroying hyperinflation and frequent power cuts. He says his government is the victim of an “economic war” led by opposition activists with the help of Washington, and that the United States government is seeking to undermine him as it did in the past with other Latin American leftists.

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Italy vows action over bridge collapse, investors shun road operator GENOA, Italy - Investors dumped shares in Italy’s biggest tollroad operator on Thursday and the government said it could impose a heavy fine or revoke its concession over a bridge collapse that killed at least 38 people. An 80-metre-long section of the 50-year-old bridge, part of a toll motorway linking the port city of Genoa with southern France, collapsed during torrential rain on Tuesday, sending dozens of vehicles crashing onto a riverbed, a railway and two warehouses. Firefighters and rescue workers stand at the site of a collapsed Morandi Bridge in the port city of Genoa, The bridge’s condition, and its Italy August 15, 2018 ability to sustain large increases in both the intensity and weight of traffic on RAI 1 state TV, adding he would Edoardo said Autostrade, part of over the years, have been a focus of seek to levy heavy fines against the Milan-listed international toll-road public debate since the collapse. company that could reach up to 150 group Atlantia (ATL.MI) and owned by Fire brigade spokesman Luca million euros. the Italy’s Benetton family, could lose Cari said 400 firefighters were at the The Morandi Bridge, named its concession as it had failed to ensure site, lifting big chunks of concrete to after the engineer who designed it, the viaduct’s safety. create spaces for rescue teams to check forms part of the A10 motorway run “The options we’re looking at for survivors. by Autostrade. The 55-km (34 mile) are the full revocation, the revocation In Paris, France’s foreign stretch of the A10 accounts for around of just the A10 section or a penalty, ministry said four French nationals 1.7 percent of total network traffic but a 150 million euro ($170 million) were among the dead. for Italy’s biggest toll road operator, penalty is too low,” Rixi told Reuters. Toninelli earlier said he had according to one analyst’s estimate. Under the terms of the begun a process to strip Autostrade Atlantia shares fell by as much concession Autostrade can be fined up of its concession and he demanded top as 25 percent at one point as investors to 150 million euros. Autostrade managers resign. spooked by threats of government A government source “Autostrade per l’Italia was retaliation dumped the stock. Shares separately suggested Italy may not able to fulfill its obligations under closed down around 22 percent at 18.3 impose a fine rather than withdraw the contract regulating management of euros. Autostrade’s concession as the latter this infrastructure,” Toninelli said Deputy Transport Minister could involve a long legal fight and risk

the government being ordered to pay compensation to the company. Autostrade says it made regular, thorough safety checks on the 1.2 km-long viaduct, part of a motorway linking the port city of Genoa with southern France, and had used worldleading experts when conducting the tests and inspections. Autostrade will hold an extraordinary board meeting on the crisis next week a source close to the matter said. Prosecutors have opened an investigation into the reasons behind the bridge collapse, but have yet to publicly identify the cause. STATE FUNERAL Italian Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte has declared a state of emergency for Genoa, one of Italy’s busiest ports, whose main land corridor with France has effectively been severed. In the valley below the shattered structure, cranes moved away chunks of debris on Thursday as rescue teams searched for survivors under the rubble of a bridge completed in 1967 and overhauled just two years ago. Genoa’s chief prosecutor, Francesco Cozzi, said 10-20 people were still missing.

Terrorist suspect named in Westminster crash

The man arrested on suspicion security barriers outside the Houses of of terror offences after a car crashed Parliament just before 07:40 BST. outside the Houses of Parliament A man and a woman were has been named as Salih Khater by taken to hospital after the crash and later discharged, while another man government sources. The 29-year-old British citizen, was treated for minor injuries at the originally from Sudan, has also been scene. arrested on suspicion of attempted The suspect is not believed to have been known to MI5 or countermurder, Met Police said. He came to the UK as a terrorism police, but is understood to refugee and was granted asylum, the have been known to local police. He did not co-operate with BBC understands. His brother described him as a officers after his arrest, Scotland Yard “normal person” with no fanatical ideas said. The investigation team’s priority and no links to any religious group. “continues to be to understand the Abdullah Khater also said his motivation behind this incident”, a family - who are originally from Darfur spokesman added. in Sudan - were in “a state of shock”. Police have concluded searches Police have been granted of two properties in Birmingham a warrant of further detention by and one in Nottingham, and are Westminster Magistrates’ Court currently searching a third address in enabling them to question Mr Khater Birmingham. BBC News home affairs until 20 August. Three people were injured correspondent Daniel Sandford said when a silver Ford Fiesta hit cyclists the reasons for the crash remained and pedestrians during Tuesday “very open”. morning’s rush hour. He said while detectives were The car then crashed into holding Mr Khater on suspicion of

terror offences, they had not formally declared the crash a terrorist incident, suggesting they are yet to find anything to link him to extremism. What else is known about the suspect? Mr Khater came to Britain in 2010 and successfully applied for UK citizenship in the past two years. His brother said he had been planning a trip back home to see his family, having not seen them for some time. Mr Khater is believed to have lived in a first-floor flat above a parade of shops in the Sparkbrook area of Birmingham until four months ago, when he moved to the city’s Highgate area. Neighbours called him a quiet man who frequently visited an internet cafe and a nearby shisha lounge, both on Stratford Road. Local resident Ahmed Abdi described him as a man who “never spoke to anybody”, and added: “I recognised his picture from the news and I was shocked.”

Salih Khater Having completed his secondary education in Sudan, he studied electrical engineering at university there before moving to the UK. He studied English as a second or foreign language at City College from 2010 to 2011, later studying a diploma in science at South and City College in Birmingham from 2014 to 2017.

New Zealand teachers strike challenges Labour government wages policy WELLINGTON New Zealand school teachers went on strike on Wednesday for the first time in more than 20 years, challenging the Labour government’s plans to balance promised fiscal responsibility against growing demands to increase public sector salaries. Almost 30,000 primary school teachers did not turn up to work and held protests across the country, leaving parents of roughly 400,000 children aged five to 13 at public schools scrambling to find childcare. “Teachers and principals

voted for a full day strike...to send NZEI said it has asked for a a strong message to the government 16 percent pay rise for teachers over that the current collective agreement two years, whereas the government offers from the Ministry of Education has offered between 6.1 and 14.7 would not fix the crisis in teaching,” percent, depending on experience, said Louise Green, lead negotiator over three years. at NZEI, the union that represents The action comes in the teachers, in a statement. wake of a one-day nationwide nurses’ The stand-off with its strike in July and a series of smaller traditional union support base comes actions by government workers, nine months after Labour formed challenging Prime Minister Jacinda a coalition government, promising Ardern’s centre-left government. to pour money into social services Arden made a surprise and rein in inequality, which has appearance outside parliament on increased despite years of strong Wednesday with a group of ministers growth. to welcome the more than 1,000

protesting teachers. “There is no you and us, there is only us,” she said on Television New Zealand footage, to applause from the crowd. “The only point we would make is unfortunately sometimes radical change takes time. So I’m here today to ask you to work with us as we try and move forward.” Wage growth has remained sluggish in the island nation for years, despite soaring housing costs, which labor groups and economists say has left workers struggling despite robust growth.

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Can Britain alone stop Brexit? Scottish court hears appeal

EDINBURGH Pro-EU campaigners seeking to establish legally that Britain alone could stop the Brexit process took an appeal to Scotland’s top court on Wednesday. They want judges to ask the European Court of Justice (ECJ) to clarify whether Britain could choose to remain in the world’s biggest trading bloc without permission from the other 27 members. That would require Britain’s parliament to first decide that the final Brexit deal, if and when it is reached, was not good enough. The case is of renewed relevance as the Conservative government works against the clock to reach agreement with Brussels on the terms of its departure ahead of the March 2019 departure date. The possibility of Brexit happening without an agreement has pummelled the value of sterling on foreign exchange markets, and the government says it has stepped up planning for that possibility.

The Edinburgh Court of Session hearing, backed by British and Scottish MPs, is an appeal against a June ruling. Judges then said they could not refer the matter to the ECJ because Britain had not decided to overturn Brexit, and the case was therefore hypothetical. The Scottish court’s decision, which can be appealed at the Supreme Court in London, will be announced in the coming weeks, a court spokesman said. Knowing whether Article 50, the part of the European Treaty which triggers a member state leaving, can be reversed is essential to keeping Britain’s options open, said Jo Maugham, a lawyer supporting this and other legal challenges to Brexit. “This case - if it succeeds means that when parliament looks again it will know whether we can just withdraw the Article 50 notice and keep all the opt-outs we presently enjoy,” he said. “(We) will have the option of

Buddhist monk master in China resigns after sexual misconduct allegations BEIJING - One of China’s investigation following accusations highest-ranking Buddhist monks quit leveled against the abbot in a as the head of the country’s Buddhist document prepared by two former association on Wednesday after monks at the monastery. Xuecheng issued a denial facing a government investigation over accusations of sexual misconduct. on his Weibo microblog account, The abbot of Longquan saying the allegations stemmed from Temple on the outskirts of Beijing, who “fabricated material” and “distorted is also a member of the Communist facts”. The case is one of the most Party’s top political advisory body, has denied accusations of harassing prominent to have arisen since the and demanding sexual favors from #MeToo movement began to gain several nuns. momentum in China. The Buddhist Association The Chinese #MeToo-style of China said in a statement on its movement came in December last website that it had accepted Master year and the hashtag #MeToo has Xuecheng’s offer to resign from the so far appeared more than millions chairmanship and other posts on of times on Weibo, and while issues Wednesday, without elaborating on like sexual assault have traditionally the reasons. been brushed under the carpet, the China’s religious affairs movement is changing mindset administration launched an among the younger generation.

Libya court sentences 45 to death over 2011 killings Tripoli - A Libyan appeals court on Wednesday sentenced 45 people to death by firing squad for killings committed in the capital, Tripoli, during a 2011 uprising, according to a statement from the justice ministry. The statement did not give details of the case, but a justice ministry official said it related to killings perpetrated by forces loyal to former Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi shortly before he was driven from Tripoli and toppled. A further 54 people were sentenced to five years in prison over the killings of at least 20 people, while 22 were acquitted. Defense lawyers and relatives of the accused were present

for the verdict, but the defendants were not in court. A picture posted by the ministry showed two guards with large guns standing close to black-robed judges inside the courtroom. Other death sentences handed down in Libya since 2011, when Libya split into rival camps leading to years of turmoil and armed conflict, are not known to have been carried out. In its latest annual report, human rights group Amnesty International described Libya’s court system as “dysfunctional”, and said many had been held since 2011 with no judicial oversight or means to challenge the legality of their detention.

A piper leads protesters waving Saltires and EU flags as they take part in a demonstration to demand a vote on the Brexit deal between Britain and the European Union in Edinburgh, Scotland, March 24, 2018 treating Brexit as just a bad dream.” found 45 percent of voters supported The British government has holding a new referendum whatever argued that the question of whether the outcome of talks with the EU, Britain could unilaterally stop Brexit while 34 percent opposed it. Prime Minister Theresa May is irrelevant because the will of the voters was made clear in the 2016 has repeatedly ruled out another vote referendum and ministers will not on Brexit, saying the public made their decision when they voted 51.9 reverse the decision. However, with increasing percent to leave and 48.1 percent to worries that Brussels and London will stay in 2016. not reach a deal in time, a recent poll

Ontario delays start date of retail cannabis sales

A worker collects cuttings from a marijuana plant at the Canopy Growth Corporation facility in Smiths Falls, Ontario, Canada, January 4, 2018 TORONTO - Ontario’s newly elected conservative government said on Monday it will delay the start date of recreational marijuana sales in the province and will allow private retailers to sell cannabis rather than government-run stores. Ontario will allow private retailers to sell recreational marijuana starting on April 1, officials from the province’s Progressive Conservative government told a news conference, abandoning its predecessor’s plans for government-controlled stores starting on Oct. 17. While Canada will be the first Group of Seven nation to legalize recreational cannabis in October, it has chosen to make a cautious start. Many provincial governments, including the previous Liberal government in Ontario, have planned a small number of stores to start with and tight control over supply. Ontario’s new conservative Premier Doug Ford, however, prefers a more laissez-faire approach and had hinted at a shift to a private retail model before his election in June. In March, he told CBC Radio he did not believe in “the government sticking their hands in our lives all the time.” The province will begin consultations with several groups including businesses, consumer groups, municipalities and law enforcement next week and will examine the retail models planned by Alberta,

Saskatchewan and Manitoba, Ontario Attorney General Caroline Mulroney said at the news conference. Between October and April, cannabis will be available only online, Ontario Finance Minister Vic Fedeli said at the news conference, which was broadcast by the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation. “The system we’re proposing marks a significant departure from the approach of the previous government,” Fedeli said. “Implementing this new approach will take time.” The initial Liberal government plan was for 40 stores across Ontario in the first year, rising to 150 by the end of 2020 - all run by the provincial liquor board. Fedeli and Mulroney did not say how many retail licenses will be issued or whether any of the multitudes of illegal dispensaries that currently operate will be able to apply, but added that more details will be released as the consultation advances. The province will remain the wholesaler to retailers under the new framework, similar to the previous one. Fedeli emphasized that safety and prevention of sales to underaged users will remain paramount. “If a private retailer is caught selling cannabis to any underage buyer even once, their license is done,” he said. “And for those engaged in the underground today, our message is simple: stop.”

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Cubans cheer as internet goes nationwide for a day HAVANA Cuba’s government said it provided free internet to the Communistrun island’s more than 5 million cellphone users on Tuesday, in an eight-hour test before it launches sales of the service. Cuba is one of the Western Hemisphere’s l east connected countries. State-run telecommunications monopoly ETECSA announced the trial, with Tuesday marking the first time internet services were Tourist guide Daniel Hernandez, 26, sits on his Russian-made car as he speaks to his girlfriend who lives in Britain, at an internet hotspot in Havana, Cuba, September 24, available nationwide. 2017 There are hundreds of WiFi hotspots in Cuba but connect, said, “this is great. Its about the flow of information, virtually no home penetration. better and more so when you can Cuba has lagged far behind most Dissident blogger connect for free.” countries in Web access. Until Yoani Sanchez, considered the Hotspots currently 2013, internet was largely only country’s social media pioneer, charge about $1 an hour although available to the public at tourist raved that she had directly sent monthly wages in Cuba average hotels on the island. a tweet from her mobile. In just $30. But the government has another tweet, she called the test The government has not since made boosting connectivity a “citizen’s victory.” yet said how much most Cubans a priority, introducing cybercafes On the streets of would pay for mobile internet, or and outdoor Wi-Fi hotspots and Havana, mobile users said when exactly sales of the service slowly starting to hook up homes they were happy about the day will begin. But ETECSA is to the Web. of free internet, even as some already charging companies and Long before he took complained that connectivity embassies $45 a month for four office from Raul Castro in April, was notably slower than usual. gigabytes. 58-year-old President Miguel “This is marvelous Analysts have said Diaz-Canel championed the news because we can talk with broader Web access will cause. family abroad without going ultimately weaken government “We need to be able to to specific WiFi spots, there is control over what information put the content of the revolution more intimacy,” said taxi driver reaches people in a country online,” he told parliament in Andres Peraza. where the state has a monopoly July, adding that Cubans could Forty percent of Cubans on the media. thus “counter the avalanche have relatives living abroad. Whether because of a of pseudo-cultural, banal and Leinier Valdez, one of a lack of cash, a long-running U.S. vulgar content” on the internet. group of young people trying to trade embargo or concerns

Colorado man arrested after reportedly confessing to killing pregnant wife and two young daughters

Christopher Watts and family Frederick, Colorado - A Colorado man has been arrested after allegedly confessing to killing his pregnant wife and two daughters. According to ABC affiliate KMGH, law enforcement officials said 33-year-old Christopher Watts confessed to killing 34-year-old Shanann Watts, who was 15 weeks pregnant, and their two daughters, 3-year-old Celeste and 4-year-old Bella, just hours after pleading for them to return home. “Shanann, Bella, Celeste... if you’re out there, just come back,” Chris Watts, the husband of a pregnant Frederick mother of 2, told Tomas Hoppough Denver7 on Tuesday, during a 7-minute interview. “If somebody has her, please bring her. ... This house is not complete without anybody here. Please bring them back.” Early Thursday morning, officials announced his arrest. He was booked into the Weld County Jail under three counts of first-degree murder and three counts of tampering with physical evidence. Police believe they know where bodies are and they’re working to retrieve them. Shanann, a Moore County native, and her daughters have been missing since Monday. According to sources, Shanann returned home early Monday morning from a work trip in Arizona. Her husband told police he came home and his wife and their two children were gone. However, her keys, purse, and phone were still at the home. He also said that he and Shanann had an “emotional conversation” prior to her disappearance and would not elaborate further.

Hospitals scrap surgeries, Venezuelans forgo showers as taps run dry CARACAS - At one of meters (2,953 feet) and its water is Caracas’ biggest public hospitals, pumped from much lower sources. But most bathrooms are closed. Patients the pumps have not been maintained, fill jugs from a tiny tap on the ground spare parts are scarce and President floor that sometimes has a trickle of Nicolas Maduro’s administration is water. Operations are postponed or short of cash. canceled. “For many years this The Central Venezuelan deterioration process was not University hospital, once a Latin noticeable. But now the water American leader, is reeling as taps transport systems are very damaged,” run dry. said Jose De Viana, former president “I have gone to the operation of Hidrocapital, the state-run utility bloc and opened the tap to wash in charge of Caracas’ water supply. my hands, as you must do before a Venezuela’s socialist surgery, and nothing comes out,” said government typically says water cuts gynecologist Lina Figueria. are due to sabotage by right-wing Water cuts are the latest “terrorists.” addition to a long list of woes for Information Minister Jorge Venezuelans hurting from a fifth year Rodriguez in July announced a of an economic crisis that has sparked “special plan” to fix the issues, but did malnutrition, hyperinflation and not provide details. The Information emigration. Ministry and Hidrocapital did not Malfunctions in the capital’s respond to a request for information. water network due to lack of Lack of water - and taps that maintenance have taken a turn for sometimes spurt out brown liquid the worst in recent months, depriving have triggered health concerns in a many in this city of 3 million people of country lacking basic antibiotics and regular running water. vaccines. Caracas is nestled in a About 75 percent of Caracas verdant valley perched at around 900 residents said they do not receive

U.S. and Mexico to set up joint team to fight drug cartels

CHICAGO - The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration and Mexico will set up a joint team based in Chicago to target Mexican drug cartels, their leaders, and finances, officials said on Wednesday.

Women fill containers with water coming from a mountain, in a road at Plan de Manzano slum in Caracas, Venezuela July 20, 2018 water regularly, according to a survey published by two Venezuelan nongovernmental organizations this month. Around 11 percent said they thought dirty water had caused skin and stomach problems. The survey does not have comparative figures. Medical consequences are hard to gauge as the Health Ministry no longer releases once-weekly data, but doctors say scabies and diarrhea are on the rise.

Water shortages have also made some basic daily activities untenable. Poor residents say they take fewer showers. In the low-income neighborhood of Catia, university professor Mariangela Gonzalez, 64, has 127 bottles, gas containers and pots clogging the entrance to her house. “When the water comes on, we have to run,” said Gonzalez.

The team will aim to slow the flow of illegal drugs from Mexico into Chicago and other U.S. cities and stem a deadly drug epidemic hitting the United States, the U.S. An agent of the office of the Attorney General of Mexico carries a officials said at a joint package of seized marijuana at the site of a passageway Mexican news conference. authorities on Thursday attributed to the cartel of fugitive kingpin Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzman in Tijuana, October 24, 2015

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contacts. Contents of report to be defined but should include activities and results of individual investor visits, surveys and advocacy work set against the initial objectives. 13. To assist the Marketing and Communications team to identify and target investors who would participate in Team TCI and assist in the various marketing efforts. 14. To undertake any other relevant activities or duties as deemed by the CEO. PERSONAL SPECIFICATIONS Education and qualifications: A Bachelor’s degree in finance, business, economics or related field. A Master’s degree will be an asset. Job Title: Reporting to: Location:

Investment Services Executive - Aftercare Senior Vice President/Deputy CEO – Investor Services Invest TCI Offices - Providenciales

Job Summary: The Aftercare Executive is a key member of the Agency team with the responsibility of providing support and assistance to current domestic and foreign investors. The position is responsible for administering a relationship management programme with key investors and becoming a trusted advisor to company executives. As Account Manager, the role involves working closely with the CEO, SVP and Chairman to show support and encouragement to businesses with a propensity to expand or invest elsewhere on the islands. This position is vital to improving business retention and expansion and to encourage positive perceptions of the country through providing a strong ‘post-investment’ support programme. The work includes developing and maintaining account plans for a group of selected businesses (key accounts); as Account Manager arranging proactive meetings for senior staff (Account Directors) with key accounts; as Account Director, taking the lead on relationship managing a further group of key accounts; monitoring operational businesses with Development Agreement commitments; monitoring trends in investor issues and preparing reports to Government; assisting any existing overseas investor, when requested, to address administrative hurdles related to their projects; and to take the lead in advocating for improvements to the business environment. Key Duties and Responsibilities: 1. To develop, on an annual basis, an aftercare plan and budget that will ensure that all existing clients can be properly supported. 2. To create a database of all foreign-owned businesses on the islands, including their commercial activities; 3. To be the first point of contact for general enquiries by existing investors on the islands; 4. To identify a list of key businesses (domestic and foreign) that are strategically important to the islands and have a propensity to invest further; 5. To maintain up to date Account Plans for the top 15 companies identified as being Tier 1 accounts and to arrange at least twice-yearly meetings with their key executive for the Account Director of Invest TCI; 6. To maintain up to date Account Plans for 12 Tier 2 companies and to lead on aftercare services for these companies, including twice yearly visits; 7. To lead on arranging a twice-yearly meeting involving key accounts with the Premier/Minister of Finance to discuss matters of interest; 8. To collaborate with domestic and foreign investors to identify impediments to business development, conduct research on those various aspects of the business environment and make recommendations to the Board and Government on specific ways to enhance the business environment of the TCI; 9. To conduct an annual survey of investors and prepare a report for Government on the main findings of the investor contacts and identify what actions may be needed to assist investors in general and specific investors as appropriate. 10. To monitor progress for all Development Agreements, post business opening and alert Government Departments and the investors regarding key milestones in the Agreements; 11. Liaising with VP MSME over any issues affecting businesses in that programme; 12. Through CRM, to produce a quarterly report on all Aftercare

Experience and Knowledge: 1. A minimum of five years’ experience in project development, with knowledge of TCI laws dealing with investment projects. 2. Experience dealing with domestic and foreign investors in a commercial law environment. 3. Experience in marketing and sales and knowledge of networking and contact management. 4. Strong background in using various types of office related software and preparation of presentations and reports. Skills: 1. Commercial awareness. 2. Outgoing individual with creativity, drive and determination. 3. Strong Writing and presentational skills. 4. Ability to visualize, plan, execute and monitor an After-Care program. 5. Excellent Communication and interpersonal skills. 6. Expert in use of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook or any other relevant software package. 7. Ability to maintain confidentiality Personal Qualities: 1. Open and engaging demeanor. 2. High ethical standards 3. Able to generate and share ideas. 4. Hands-on approach. 5. Willing to take personal responsibility 6. Able to win trust and personal credibility 7. Persistence and personal resilience. 8. Willingness to personally deliver quality to business clients. 9. Willingness to understand different cultures, lifestyles and associated points of view. 10. Willingness to understand the values associated with small communities. Other Requirements: 1. Fluent English 2. Additional language skills a plus Salary and Allowances: 1. Negotiable in a range of $55,000 to $70,000 based on qualifications and experience. Application Procedure Interested persons should submit a resume, along with their contact information, cover letter, two letters of reference (one preferably from a former employer), and copies of educational certificates, a Police Certificate and a copy of the Passport photo page. Applications should be addressed to the CEO, Invest Turks & Caicos, Turks and Caicos Islands and can be delivered in person Agency’s offices at Unit 2D, Courtyard Plaza, Leeward Highway prior to the deadline date or emailed to dastwood@investturksandcaicos.tc . The subject line in the email should read “After Care Executive”. Envelopes should have the subject After Care Executive clearly marked on the front. Application deadline August 31st 2018. We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only persons selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Google tracks your movements, like it or not SAN FRANCISCO — Google wants to know where you go so badly that it records your movements even when you explicitly tell it not to. An Associated Press investigation found that many Google services on Android devices and iPhones store your location data even if you’ve used a privacy setting that says it will prevent Google from doing so. Computer-science researchers at Princeton confirmed these findings at the AP’s request. For the most part, Google is upfront about asking permission to use your location information. An app like Google Maps will remind you to allow access to location if you use it for navigating. If you agree to let it record your location over time, Google Maps will display that history for you in a “timeline” that maps out your daily movements. Storing your minute-byminute travels carries privacy risks and has been used by police to determine the location of suspects — such as a warrant that police in Raleigh, North Carolina, served on Google last year to find devices near a murder scene. So the company lets you “pause” a setting called Location History. Google says that will prevent the company from remembering where you’ve been. Google’s support page on the subject states: “You can turn off Location History at any time. With Location History off, the places you go are no longer stored.” That isn’t true. Even with Location History paused, some Google apps automatically store timestamped location data without asking. (It’s possible, although laborious, to delete it .) For example, Google stores a snapshot of where you are when you merely open its Maps app. Automatic daily weather updates on Android phones pinpoint roughly where you are. And some searches that have nothing to do with location, like “chocolate chip cookies,” or “kids science kits,” pinpoint your precise latitude and longitude — accurate to the square foot — and save it to your Google account. The privacy issue affects some two billion users of devices that run Google’s Android operating software and hundreds of millions of worldwide iPhone users who rely on Google for maps or search. Storing location data in violation of a user’s preferences is wrong, said Jonathan Mayer, a Princeton computer scientist and former chief technologist for the Federal Communications

Commission’s enforcement bureau. A To demonstrate how powerful researcher from Mayer’s lab confirmed these other markers can be, the AP the AP’s findings on multiple Android created a visual map of the movements devices; the AP conducted its own of Princeton postdoctoral researcher tests on several iPhones that found the Gunes Acar, who carried an Android same behavior. phone with Location history off, and “If you’re going to allow users shared a record of his Google account. to turn off something called ‘Location The map includes Acar’s train History,’ then all the places where you commute on two trips to New York maintain location history should be and visits to The High Line park, turned off,” Mayer said. “That seems Chelsea Market, Hell’s Kitchen, like a pretty straightforward position Central Park and Harlem. To to have.” protect his privacy, The AP didn’t Google says it is being perfectly plot the most telling and frequent clear. marker — his home address. “There are a number of Huge tech companies are different ways that Google may use under increasing scrutiny over location to improve people’s experience, their data practices, following including: Location History, Web and a series of privacy scandals at App Activity, and through device- Facebook and new data-privacy level Location Services,” a Google rules recently adopted by the spokesperson said in a statement to European Union. Last year, the the AP. “We provide clear descriptions business news site Quartz found that of these tools, and robust controls so Google was tracking Android users people can turn them on or off, and by collecting the addresses of nearby delete their histories at any time.” cellphone towers even if all location Google’s explanation did not services were off. Google changed the convince several lawmakers. practice and insisted it never recorded Sen. Mark Warner of Virginia the data anyway. told the AP it is “frustratingly Critics say Google’s insistence common” for technology companies “to on tracking its users’ locations stems have corporate practices that diverge from its drive to boost advertising wildly from the totally reasonable revenue. expectations of their users,” and “They build advertising urged policies that would give users information out of data,” said Peter more control of their data. Rep. Frank Lenz, the senior geospatial analyst Pallone of New Jersey called for at Dstillery, a rival advertising “comprehensive consumer privacy and technology company. “More data for data security legislation” in the wake them presumably means more profit.” of the AP report. The AP learned of the To stop Google from saving issue from K. Shankari, a graduate these location markers, the company researcher at UC Berkeley who studies says, users can turn off another the commuting patterns of volunteers setting, one that does not specifically in order to help urban planners. She reference location information. Called noticed that her Android phone “Web and App Activity” and enabled by prompted her to rate a shopping trip default, that setting stores a variety to Kohl’s, even though she had turned of information from Google apps and Location History off. websites to your Google account. “So how did Google Maps When paused, it will prevent know where I was?” she asked in a activity on any device from being blog post . saved to your account. But leaving The AP wasn’t able to recreate “Web & App Activity” on and turning Shankari’s experience exactly. But its “Location History” off only prevents attempts to do so revealed Google’s Google from adding your movements to tracking. The findings disturbed her. the “timeline,” its visualization of your “I am not opposed to background daily travels. It does not stop Google’s location tracking in principle,” she collection of other location markers. said. “It just really bothers me that it You can delete these location is not explicitly stated.” markers by hand, but it’s a painstaking Google offers a more accurate process since you have to select them description of how Location History individually, unless you want to delete actually works in a place you’d only all of your stored activity. see if you turn it off — a popup that You can see the stored location appears when you “pause” Location markers on a page in your Google History on your Google account account at myactivity.google.com, webpage . There the company notes although they’re typically scattered that “some location data may be saved under several different headers, many as part of your activity on other Google of which are unrelated to location. services, like Search and Maps.”

Google offers additional information in a popup that appears if you re-activate the “Web & App Activity” setting — an uncommon action for many users, since this setting is on by default. That popup states that, w h e n active, the setting “saves t h e

things you do on Google sites, apps, and services ... and associated information, like location.” Warnings when you’re about to turn Location History off via Android and iPhone device settings are more difficult to interpret. On Android, the popup explains that “places you go with your devices will stop being added to your Location History map.” On the iPhone, it simply reads, “None of your Google apps will be able to store location data in Location History.” The iPhone text is technically true if potentially misleading. With Location History off, Google Maps and other apps store your whereabouts in a section of your account called “My Activity,” not “Location History.” Since 2014, Google has let advertisers track the effectiveness of online ads at driving foot traffic , a feature that Google has said relies on user location histories. The company is pushing further into such location-aware tracking to drive ad revenue, which rose 20 percent last year to $95.4 billion. At a Google Marketing Live summit in July, Google executives unveiled a new tool called “local campaigns” that dynamically uses ads to boost in-person store visits. It says it can measure how well a campaign drove foot traffic with data pulled from Google users’ location histories.

Kroger begins testing driverless grocery deliveries SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — Kroger will begin testing grocery deliveries using driverless cars outside of Phoenix. The biggest U.S. grocery chain said the project will begin Thursday in Scottsdale at a Fry’s supermarket, which is owned by Kroger.

ame-day or next-day delivery orders can be made online or via a mobile app. The Toyota Prius will be used for the deliveries, manned by a human to monitor its performance. During phase two in the fall, deliveries will be made by a completely autonomous vehicle, called an R1, with no human aboard.

Kroger Co., based in Cincinnati, is partnering with Nuro, a Silicon Valley startup founded by two engineers who worked on autonomous vehicles at Google. That Google project is called Waymo, which started its own pilot program last month at Walmart stores in This undated image provided by The Kroger Co. shows an autonomous vehicle called the R1. Kroger will begin testing grocery deliveries using Phoenix. driverless cars outside of Phoenix

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Los Angeles is first in US to install subway body scanners LOS ANGELES — Los Angeles’ subway will become the first mass transit system in the U.S. to install body scanners that screen passengers for weapons and explosives, officials said Tuesday. The deployment of the portable scanners, which project waves to do full-body screenings of passengers walking through a station without slowing them down, will happen in the coming months, said Alex Wiggins, who runs the Los Angeles County Metropolitan An arriving passenger to Union Station in Los Angeles is seen on the ThruVision technology that Transportation Authority’s law reveals suspicious objects on people during a Transportation Security Administration demonstration enforcement division. on Tuesday, Aug. 14, 2018. Los Angeles is poised to have the first mass transit system in the U.S. The machines scan for with body scanners that screen passengers for weapons and explosives. metallic and non-metallic objects on a person’s body, can detect suspicious cause a mass-casualty event,” Wiggins delays.” items from 30 feet (9 meters) away said. “We’re looking for explosive Wiggins would not say how and have the capability of scanning vests, we’re looking for assault rifles. many of the machines were being more than 2,000 passengers per hour. We’re not necessarily looking for purchased, but said they would be “We’re dealing with persistent smaller weapons that don’t have the rolled out in subway stations in the threats to our transportation systems ability to inflict mass casualties.” “coming months.” Employees and in our country,” said Transportation In addition to the Thruvision police officers first have to be trained Security Administration scanners, the agency is also planning on how to use the equipment. Administrator David Pekoske. “Our to purchase other body scanners Signs will be posted at job is to ensure security in the — which resemble white television stations warning passengers they transportation systems so that a cameras on tripods — that have the are subject to body scanner screening. terrorist incident does not happen on ability to move around and hone in on The screening process is voluntary, our watch.” specific people and angles, Wiggins Wiggins said, but customers who On Tuesday, Pekoske and said. choose not to be screened won’t be other officials demonstrated the “We really want to be effective able to ride on the subway. new machines, which are being and we need the ability to have a But some passengers saw purchased from Thruvision, which fixed field of view, but we also need the screening as an added layer of is headquartered in the United to be able to move that field of view as security. Kingdom. necessary,” Wiggins said. “Deploying “I guess it is a good, “We’re looking specifically for these technologies together gives us precautionary thing,” Andrea Kirsh weapons that have the ability to that accuracy and minimizes any said, a 22-year-old student from

Corvallis, Oregon, who was traveling through Los Angeles’ Union Station on Tuesday. “It makes me feel safe. As a civilian I think we often don’t know what to look for or what we would be looking for.” Passengers who rode down an escalator to ride the Metro Red Line at Union Station in Los Angeles on Tuesday were screened as Pekoske and other officials looked on. But after the news conference and media demonstration, officials packed up the equipment and carted it off. The TSA tested body scanners in New York’s Penn Station in February and has also conducted tests at Union Station in Washington, D.C., and at a New Jersey Transit station during the 2014 Super Bowl. In December, a Bangladeshi immigrant injured himself by setting off a crude pipe bomb strapped to his chest in a subway passageway near Times Square in New York City. Metro has previously tested several different types of body scanners, including airport-style screening systems where passengers walk through a scanner. The pilot program was meant to evaluate the accuracy and capacity of the portable machines. About 150,000 passengers ride on Metro’s Red Line daily and the subway system counted more than 112 million rides last year, officials said.

Average US mortgage rates fall; 30year at 4.53 percent WASHINGTON (AP) — Long-term U.S. mortgage rates fell this week for the second straight week, with relatively lower rates continuing to fail to spark home sales. Mortgage buyer Freddie Mac said Thursday the average rate on 30-year, fixed-rate mortgages dipped to 4.53 percent from 4.59 percent last week. Long-term loan rates have been running at their highest levels in seven years. The

average benchmark 30-year rate reached a high this year of 4.66 percent on May 24. By contrast, the rate stood at 3.89 percent a year ago. The average rate on 15-year, fixed-rate loans fell to 4.01 percent this week from 4.05 percent last week. Mortgage rates have remained mostly steady since late spring despite higher rates of inflation and unease in world financial markets. But the pause in

borrowing rates “is not leading to increasing home sales,” said Freddie Mac chief economist Sam Khater. Rising home prices, tight inventories of affordable homes and historically higher mortgage rates are to blame, Khater said. To calculate average mortgage rates, Freddie Mac surveys lenders across the country between Monday and Wednesday each week. The average doesn’t include

extra fees, known as points, which most borrowers must pay to get the lowest rates. The average fee on 30-year fixed-rate mortgages was unchanged from last week at 0.5 point. The fee on 15-year mortgages also remained at 0.5 point. The average rate for fiveyear adjustable-rate mortgages fell to 3.87 percent from 3.90 percent last week. The fee increased to 0.4 point from 0.3 point.

Uber narrows loss but is a long way from finding profit SAN FRANCISCO - Uber Technologies Inc said on Wednesday it narrowed its quarterly losses from a year earlier, although the ridehailing company is still a long way from proving it can be profitable as it gears up to go public in 2019. Under the leadership of Dara Khosrowshahi, who became chief executive in September, Uber has juggled investing in new markets while retreating from others where it was losing millions of dollars. It is building up services like food delivery and freight hauling as it seeks new revenue, and possibly a path to profitability, outside its core business. Uber’s net loss narrowed to $891 million in its second quarter ending June 30 from $1.1 billion a year earlier. Its adjusted loss before interest, taxes, depreciation and

amortization was $614 million, down from $773 million a year earlier. Net revenue rose more quickly than gross bookings in the second quarter from the prior period as the company dialed back on promotional subsidies of rides. But its growth faces risks from decisions like that by New York City this month to cap licenses for ride-hailing services for one year. Uber has also had to grapple with corporate scandals and has lingering and costly legal battles, including over its classification of drivers as independent contractors, and federal probes to resolve. “I remain unimpressed,” said Brent Goldfarb, associate professor of management and entrepreneurship at the University of Maryland. Improving losses by cutting “the lowest hanging fruit doesn’t mean

Under pressure from its the underlying model is profitable.” The company’s most recent board, Uber has endeavored to find valuation was pegged earlier this more savings after years of a growthyear at $72 billion. But that was at-all-cost mentality under prior CEO based on Uber becoming the global Travis Kalanick, enabled by billions winner in ride-hailing and logistics, of dollars in private investment. a vision it has retrenched from, and The company had $12 billion public investors may see a smaller in quarterly gross bookings, which includes rides and Uber Eats, up 6 company worth less. Uber can expect a valuation percent from the previous quarter haircut in an IPO if it does not show and about 40 percent from a year more progress toward becoming before. Net revenue, which strips profitable, said David Brophy, professor of finance at the University out what gets paid to drivers as well of Michigan. as promotions and refunds, was $2.8 Adjusted losses in the first billion, up 8 percent over the first quarter were $312 million, excluding quarter and more than 60 percent gains from Uber selling some overseas from last year. businesses to local competitors. The “We had another great quarter, sale of its Russia and Southeast Asia continuing to grow at an impressive operations resulted in a one-time rate for a business of our scale,” $2.5 billion gain in the first quarter Khosrowshahi said in a statement. and lowered second-quarter costs.

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Don Kelbick’s Drillz & Skillz Basketball Camp a Success

By Todeline Defralien The Edward Gartland Youth Centre in collaboration with the Department of Sports hosted its Don Kelbick’s Drillz &Skillz Basketball Camp on Tuesday August 13th – 17th at the Graceway Sports Center. This camp was a high intensity, skilled development camp where campers got the opportunity to “Train like a Pro”. The free camp was staged for kids aged 10-16 years old. Professional Coach, Don Kelbick, from the U.S, who has over 27 years of coaching experience at the Collegiate and Professional level, was brought in to coach these kids. Coach Kelbick has scouted for NBA teams, including the NY Knicks and the Atlanta Hawks. Internationally, Coach Kelbick won the Bronze Medal in the first FIBA Liga de Americas 2007 and in 2011, coached Team USA in the Macabbi Pan American Games and won the Gold Medal. Currently Coach Kelbick directs camps around the world, as well as trained numerous College and

they think that it is about the game. NBA players. Special guest Pro basketball It takes thousands and thousands of player Dominic James Wright also shots to become a better shooter and attended the camp and shared his all of this that we are doing here with expertise and encouraged campers these kids is about repetition.” There is no question about it that they too can become a Professional I do see future professional basketball player. During a press conference on players here and I think that there Tuesday August 14th, Director of the would be more and that is really what Edward C. Gartland Youth Centre, the objective is. Dominic James Wright added, Roxann Wake-Forbes said, “We at the Youth center host a basket ball camp “The game is really about fundamental, every summer, so this year is the first you could be the most talented player time that we had Don Kelbick here as in the world but if you are lacking our coach to lead everything and this the fundamentals of the game then is one of the things that the kids like you might not be very good. It’s been the most and we just know that this a pleasure to be here with all these is something that has to be delivered young kids who have a passion and every summer. Basketball is highly love for the game but it is important played here in Turks and Caicos and for me to teach the youth just how important the fundamentals are.” the youth really enjoy it.” Director of Sports, Jarrett Professional Coach, Don Kelbick noted that repetition and Forbes expressed the need for more knowledge is key in being a great women in sports as this was an opened camp free to boys and girls but only basketball player. He said, “Repetition and boys attended. “There is a global push to knowledge, because you can’t be good at anything without repetition have more women in sports, the camp and most kids don’t understand that, was opened for both girls and boys

Pictured here is Dominic James Wright, Don Kelbick and the happy campers at this year’s summer camp

Dominic James Wright coaching a young man on his foot work

and definitely next year we are going to make a better effort to include more girls and possibly have a female trainer here who would inspire more girls to come out and we can also encourage the basketball federation to have more women in sports initiatives because at the end of the day it is all about the development of our youth and sports is as essential.” In addition, Forbes noted that his department is focusing on developing more coaching and officiating abilities in a capacity in the Turks and Caicos Islands “One of our assessments is that our kids have repetition but they are not repeating the right things, so we are really focusing on developing more coaching and officiating abilities in a capacity in the Turks and Caicos. This year we are going to be having a series of coaching and officiating clinics in order to train more personnel locally so that we can teach our kids the fundamentals properly and then when they engage in repetition it is learning the right habits,” Forbes ended.

Don Kelbick giving a pep talk to the young men

Dominic James Wright and Don Kelbick coaching the kids on making shots.

Dominic James Wright coaching the kids on their rebound technique

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SPORTS Woods adds BMW Championship to playoff schedule

Another sign that Tiger Woods is the healthiest he has been in several years: He keeps committing to playing more future tournaments. The latest addition to the schedule of the 14-time major champion is the BMW Championship, Woods’ agent confirmed to GolfChannel.com on Tuesday. The tournament will take place Sept. 6-9 at Aronimink in Newton Square, Pa., in the third leg of the FedEx Cup Playoffs. Woods had already announced his plans to play in the first two playoff events — the Northern Trust and the Dell Technologies Championship.

Woods has not competed at the BMW since tying for 11th in 2013 when the event was held at Conway Farms in Lake Forest, Ill. The course had played host to the Quicken Loans National in 2010 and 2011. Woods’ striking revival this year — including his second-place finish in last weekend’s PGA Championship — has lifted him to 20th in the FedEx Cup standings, automatically qualifying him for each of the first three playoff tournaments. If Woods remains in the top 30 of the rankings after playing the BMW, he would also clinch a spot in the penultimate Tour Championship. Aronimink plays host to BMW

Lehmann resigns as disgraced cricket trio return to Australia JOHANNESBURG/SYDNEY - Australia coach Darren Lehmann said on Thursday he would step down after this week’s test match against South Africa, as he took ultimate responsibility for the culture of a team embroiled in a ball-tampering scandal that has rocked the sport. Lehmann, who had previously told reporters he would not stand aside, said that his decision was due in part to the abuse his family received after three Australia players conspired to scuff up the ball with sandpaper during the third test against South Africa. Cricket Australia had cleared Lehmann of wrongdoing this week following an investigation that saw sacked captain Steve Smith and vicecaptain David Warner banned for 12 months. Batsman Cameron Bancroft was suspended for nine months. In an emotional media briefing, Lehmann, who had also come under fire for what critics called a toxic culture within the team, said his decision was voluntary. “Ultimately I’m responsible for the culture of the team. I’ve been thinking about my position for a while, despite telling media yesterday that I’m not resigning,” he told reporters in Johannesburg on Thursday. “My family and I got a lot of abuse over the last week. Speaking to my family, it’s the right time to step away.” His resignation came after former test captain Smith broke down in tears of remorse as the three disgraced cricketers at the centre of the Cape Town scandal made apologetic returns to Australia on Thursday. Smith was unable to complete his news conference at Sydney Airport and was ushered out of the room after a short display of raw emotion during which he repeatedly apologized for his misjudgment. [ Batsman Bancroft spoke of his shame on his arrival in Perth and former vice captain Warner, scheduled to land in Sydney later in the evening, took to social media to apologize for his role in the cheating. ‘FAILURE OF LEADERSHIP’ “To all of my team mates, to fans of cricket all over the world and to Australians who are angry and disappointed, I’m sorry,” Smith told reporters in a prepared statement.

Championship for the first time, and if the 42-year-old Woods competes in the event, it would add to an increasingly busy schedule for the former world No. 1 golfer who returned to the PGA Tour in 2018 after recovering from his fourth back surgery. Playing the BMW would mean Woods would play five tournaments in a six-week stretch, with additional possibilities later next month including the Tour Championship from Sept. 1923 and a Ryder Cup appearance — if he gets chosen as a captain’s pick — from Sept. 28-30 at Le Golf National outside Paris.

Aug 12, 2018; Saint Louis, MO, USA; Tiger Woods hits his tee shot on the 17th hole during the final round of the PGA Championship golf tournament at Bellerive Country Club

Wade will only play for Heat if returning Dwyane Wade is still deciding whether he will return and play a 16th season this fall. But one thing is certain, if the future Hall of Famer is in the NBA, he will playing for the Miami Heat. “If I’m playing the game of basketball this year, it’ll be in a Miami uniform,” Wade told the Associated Press at the Jr. NBA World Championships in Orlando, Fla., on Saturday. Wade was reportedly Aug 12, 2018; Saint Louis, MO, USA; Tiger Woods hits his tee shot on the 17th hole offered a three-year, $25 million during the final round of the PGA Championship golf tournament at Bellerive Country contract last month to play for Club the Zhejiang Golden Bulls of the the Heat before signing with the player,” Heat president Pat Riley Chinese Basketball Association, Chicago Bulls for 2016-17. He told reporters in July. “I want which would have made him the started the 2017-18 season with him back as a competitor. I want highest-paid player in China. the Cleveland Cavaliers before him back as a guy who wants to But Wade apparently isn’t being traded back to Miami for have the greatest year he ever considering joining the CBA. the final 21 games of the season. had as a player. I read more However, the 36-year- He averaged 12.0 points, articles about, ‘Dwyane being old isn’t in a rush to make his 3.4 rebounds and 3.1 assists per done, he’s lost a step, he’s not the decision about rejoining the Heat. game coming off the bench for same player, he might not have “There’s no clock for me,” the Heat this season. the same motivation.’ But I still he said. The Heat will welcome see a player who can contribute The 12-time All-Star Wade back if he decides to return. heavily if he really wants to.” played his first 13 seasons with “I want him back as a

Serena beaten in second round in Cincinnati Serena Williams was beaten 6-3 2-6 6-3 by Petra Kvitova in a thrilling secondround match at the Cincinnati Open on Tuesday, ending the American’s bid for a third title at the event. Williams looked rusty in the first set, struggling to handle the Czech’s booming lefthanded serve and never created

a break-point opportunity. But the 23-times grand slam champion dug deep in the second, thumping serves and blasting returns to the delight of the supportive crowd under the lights. Williams appeared to be in command when she broke Kvitova to start the deciding third set but the two-time

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Wimbledon champion elevated her service game and was defensively resolute to set up a third-round clash with Kristina Mladenovic. For former world number one Williams, the loss is another setback as she attempts to get back to the top ranking after a difficult childbirth last year.

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Caribbean sprinters take 200m races as U.S. dominates meet

Caribbean sprinters swept the 200 meters races as U.S. overall dominance continued on the final day of the North American Central American and Caribbean (NACAC) championships in Toronto on Sunday. Trinidad and Tobago national champion Kyle Greaux spoiled the host country’s chances in the men’s 200m, clocking 20.11 seconds to upstage Canada’s Commonwealth Games silver medalist Aaron Brown (20.20). The women’s race produced a

tight finish as Olympic 400m bronze medalist Shericka Jackson of Jamaica won in 22.64 seconds, just 0.03 seconds ahead of Canadian Crystal Emmanuel. Fedrick Dacres and Shanieka Ricketts added more gold for Jamaica. Commonwealth Games champion Dacres tossed the discus 68.47 meters to defeat team mate Traves Smikle (65.46m) and Ricketts, the Commonwealth runner-up, bounded 14.25m in the women’s triple jump. But U.S. depth prevailed with

Police investigating Harden’s alleged role in nightclub incident Houston Rockets guard James Harden allegedly was involved in a nightclub incident that is under investigation by the Scottsdale (Ariz.) Police Department. The incident took place around 2:30 a.m. Saturday, police said. A TMZ report said a member of Harden’s entourage got into a fight at the club, and when a woman started to record the scuffle, Harden grabbed her wrist and threw her phone onto a nearby roof. The woman, who was treated for a wrist injury at a local hospital, said one of Harden’s associates offered her $200 for the phone and that Harden later gave her $300 to pay for a replacement. Police confirmed Monday that they are looking into the allegations but told the Arizona Republic that it was “far too early in the investigation” to know Harden’s role in the incident. Harden, who played at Arizona State in nearby Tempe, is the NBA’s reigning Most Valuable Player after averaging 30.4 points, 8.8 assists and 5.4

James Harden rebounds per game. He helped the Rockets reach the Western Conference finals, where they lost to the eventual champion Golden State Warriors. In 17 postseason games, Harden averaged 28.6 points, 6.8 assists and 5.2 rebounds. Harden, 28, has averaged 23.0 points, 5.1 rebounds and 6.1 assists per game in nine NBA seasons, the first three with the Oklahoma City Thunder and the past six with Houston.

the Americans winning 11 of the 17 events, six of them by their women. Former world junior champion Shamier Little beat Jamaica’s Commonwealth champion Janieve Russell in the women’s 400m hurdles, the American winning in 53.32 seconds. The U.S. women also won the 1,500m, shot put, javelin and both relays. Former world indoor winner Marquis Dendy paced the men, winning the long jump with an opening

of 8.29m, but Jamaica’s Tajay Gayle made it interesting with a 8.24m leap on his last attempt. U.S. men also claimed the 3,000m steeplechase, where the only three contestants were Americans, the pole vault, 1,500m, and 4x400m relay. Canadian sprinters got some revenge by winning the 4x100m relay in 38.56 seconds with Brown the anchor, and Kyron McMaster of the British Virgin Islands topped 400m hurdlers in 48.18 to add to his Commonwealth Games title.

Carmelo Anthony to officially join Rockets on Monday Carmelo Anthony is formally joining the Houston Rockets on a one-year, $2.4 million deal. ESPN reported the longdiscussed formality would become official on Monday. Anthony, a 10-time AllStar who was waived July 30 by the Atlanta Hawks, has been working out daily with Rockets point guard Carmelo Anthony Chris Paul and MVP James Harden. The Hawks acquired Anthony, 34, was amenable Anthony on July 25 as part of to a partial mid-level exception a three-team transaction, with as his base salary after being one Atlanta also receiving a protected of the highest-paid players in the 2022 first-round draft pick from the NBA last season and also receiving Thunder and Justin Anderson from a buyout of his 2018-19 contract. the Philadelphia 76ers. Anthony receives the entire $27.9 To complete the trade, the million due from his previous deal. Hawks traded Mike Muscala to Entering his 16th NBA Philadelphia and Dennis Schroder season, Anthony has a career to Oklahoma City, and Timothe scoring average of 24.1 points per Luwawu-Cabarrot moved from game with the Denver Nuggets, Philadelphia to Oklahoma City. New York Knicks and Oklahoma The Rockets created a City Thunder. roster opening by trading forward Last season, unaccustomed Chinanu Onuaku and cash to to his role as power forward the Dallas Mavericks for center and playing alongside Russell Maarty Leunen and the right to Westbrook and Paul George, he swap second-round draft picks in averaged a career-low 16.2 points 2020. Onuaku played in six NBA in 32.1 minutes in his lone season games over the past two seasons for the Thunder. and averaged 3.0 points and 2.3 Anthony could be vital to rebounds. the Rockets, who lost forwards Leunen, who turns 33 next Trevor Ariza (Suns) and Luc Mbah month, has yet to appear in the a Moute (Clippers) in free agency. NBA.

Ross and Kocian add names to Nassar victims list Gymnast Kyla Ross said on Thursday she too was sexually abused by Larry Nassar, becoming the last member of the so-called Fierce Five team that won gold for the United States at the 2012 London Olympics to speak openly about being a victim of the former national team doctor. In interview with “CBS This Morning,” Ross and 2016 Olympic team gold medalist Madison Kocian said a “culture of silence” within USA Gymnastics had allowed Nassar to prey on young athletes for years. Nassar, a doctor for USA Gymnastics and former faculty member and physician at an oncampus clinic at Michigan State University, was sentenced in February to up to 125 years in prison after some 200 young women testified about decades of abuse at his hands. He had already received a sentence up to 175 years in a neighboring Michigan county,

and was sentenced to a 60-year ‘how are you doing?’ Because the federal term for child pornography culture that was at the Karolyi Ranch was a culture of fear, a culture of convictions. “Being on national team silence. “And that’s what led him to for all those years, we were really silenced. We didn’t really have a voice be able to abuse us.” The Karolyi Ranch in Texas and say as athletes,” Ross told CBS. The other members of the was the main training facility for the Fierce Five; Aly Raisman, Gabby U.S. national teams run by coaches Douglas, Jordyn Wieber and McKayla Bela and Martha Karolyi. Maroney, had previously revealed Revelations of the longrunning abuses sparked investigations being abused by Nassar. Many victims testified that into possible misconduct at U.S. Nassar sexually abused them under athletic federations and schools by the guise of medical treatment while Congress and the U.S. Department of on his examination table, sometimes Education, and led to the resignation hiding it from view of parents waiting of the entire USA Gymnastics nearby. board. The head of the U.S. Olympic “It was almost like a family Committee also resigned, citing member,” Kocian said of their medical reasons. relationship with Nassar. “And he The scandal has triggered would on international trips, he a number of lawsuits, including would bring us food. against the United States Olympic “Or he would just kind of be Committee, USA Gymnastics and the person that would always ask, Michigan State University.

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