VOLUME 14 ISSUE 43

OCTOBER 26TH, 2018 – NOVEMBER 2ND, 2018

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MURDER MYSTERY

by Hayden Boyce Publisher & Editor-in-Chief

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cloud of mystery is hanging over the murder of Marie Kuhnla, a female lawyer from New York, USA, who was killed while vacationing with friends at Club Med hotel in Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands.

What was initially thought to be a suicide when the body was found on Tuesday, October 16th, 2018, was classified as a murder six days later by the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force.

While police have been extremely tight-lipped about the circumstances surrounding murder, investigations by The SUN revealed that Kunla, a 61-year-old public prosecutor, died from strangulation.

“All I can say to you is that this one is very suspicious, but you have to be very careful,” a trusted law enforcement source told The SUN.

There are also conflicting reports about where exactly where the body was found and by whom.

Several media reports have stated that the body was found on a

Marie Kuhnla playing field or in bushes near Club Med, but this newspaper was reliably informed that the lawyer’s remains were actually found on the sprawling Club Med hotel property, which is located in the upscale Grace Bay area.

Kuhnla, who was reported missing the day before her body was found, worked at the Suffolk County

Legal Aid Society, was on vacation with her two good friends, Helma Hermans and Kim Nohilly.

The two friends reported her missing and after claiming they did not get much help from authorities they started searching for their friend themselves. Nohilly’s daughter, who accompanied the women on the trip,

Premier Robinson attends Caribbean OCTs Resilience Summit

No Commission of Inquiry on rate increase, says Fortis FortisTCI says Premier Hon. Sharlene Robinson got it wrong when she said there will be a “Commission of Inquiry” after their application for a rate increase was refused by Governor Dr. John Freeman

In a press statement from Talisha Simons, senior director of corporate communications and public affairs, Fortis pointed out that they were seeking an “Inquiry” which was completely different from a Commission of Inquiry.

Simons said: “While the Electricity Ordinance refers to sections of the Commissions of Inquiry Ordinance as an administrative mechanism, it is totally incorrect to term an Inquiry requested by the Public Supplier (in this case, FortisTCI) as a Commission of Inquiry. It is not.”

Talisha Simons, Fortis senior director of corporate

She added: An Inquiry under communications and public affairs the Electricity Ordinance as to the reasonableness of a Rate Variation political opinion in the rate-setting Application is a normal part of the process, and for the Inquirer to regulatory process. This provision provide His Excellency the Governor within the Electricity Ordinance with independent advice in the form intends to render an objective, of a report.”

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discovered Kuhnla’s body.

Other reports have stated that she was last seen going to her room the night before her body was discovered.

Club Med is also very guarded about the murder, issuing a short statement saying: “The entire Club Med family is saddened by the death of this guest and sends its deepest condolences to the guest’s friends and family. The safety, security and wellbeing of all of our guests remains our highest priority.”

Her son, Rick Kuhnla Jr., told ABC News in a statement: “While I understand the focus of this story is on the circumstances surrounding my mother’s death, I would like to take a moment to focus on her life. She was a loving, caring, compassionate woman who I was lucky to have for a mom. If she saw someone who needed help she would help them.

“She may be gone, but the impact she had on the world and inspiration she provided most certainly is not,” he continued. “Please note I do not have any comment on the events or circumstances surrounding her death.”

CARIBBEAN’S THREE FEMALE LEADERS - (From left to right) Prime Minister of St. Maarten, Leona Romeo- Marlin, Premier of Turks and Caicos Islands Sharlene Robinson and Prime Minister Evelyna Wever-Croes of Aruba .

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urks and Caicos Islands Premier recently attended the Caribbean Overseas Countries and Territories (OCTs) Resilience Summit 2018 in St. Maarten.

This Summit is the first of

its kind and Overseas Countries and Territories (OCTs), well represented by 12 country representatives, are together under the theme “Unite, Prepare, Adapt.”

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continued from page 1 Her brother, Peter John Chetuck, said the family was “in disbelief and shock and stunned,� Newsday reported.

“She was a terrific wife, a terrific mother, a terrific family member,� he said. “She did everything correctly, the pristine home, the proverbial great neighbor and

community member.�

In a brief statement, Acting Commissioner of Police, Trevor Botting said, “Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Marie at this time. This is an active investigation into the death of Marie and I would ask that anyone with

No Commission of Inquiry on rate increase, says Fortis

Minister for Tourism, Hon. Ralph Higgs, expressed deepest sympathy to the deceased’s family and appealed to the entire community of the Turks and Caicos Islands to provide any information they may have to the police and allow the grieving family privacy.

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Simons said the regulatory process will only work as intended if “each party is committed to upholding its end of the regulatory compact�.

She continued: “FortisTCI takes seriously its obligation to serve, its commitment to supporting the nation’s economic growth by providing a first-class service, and its commitment to the restoration of service in the event of natural disasters. FortisTCI expects other parties to take their responsibilities seriously in the regulatory compact. Therefore, the company must insist that all parties are treated fairly and that the intent of the law is followed.

It is important that information about this very important process be accurately communicated to the public to avoid confusion.�

In talking points released after a press briefing on Friday, October 19th, 2018, the Premier stated: “I wish to speak to the

matter of the Application by Fortis for a rate increase only to outline my Government’s policy position as contained in the response sent to Fortis TCI. We are thankful to Fortis who has played a leading role in our early recovery efforts and consider our partnership with them an important one given the importance of the service it provides.�

She added: “The Government made a recommendation to Cabinet to decline the rate increase until a cost of survey study is completed.

This Survey will form a part of the evidence for the Commission of Inquiry and will look into the true costs of the production of electricity.

It is looks back only to look forward and its findings cannot and will not be retroactive. A study of this sort has never before been done and my Government considers this to be critical before we can agree any such rate increase.�

D & D Better Braids

ERIDANIA ROLLE

In Grand Turk Is seeking (1) Hair Braider Must be able to braid hair, style and must be able to work under pressure Must be able to work 5 days per week Salary is $6.25 per hour Please Contact Dujohn Fulford at 241-4378 This position is currently held by a Work Permit Holder Applicants who are Turks & Caicos Islanders should also send copies of their application to the Immigration Board

IN GRAND TURK NEEDS 1 DOMESTIC WORKER To work 6 days per week - must be able to maintain a home - must be able to read and write English, honest, and trustworthy Salary $6.25 per hour This positions 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 and contact Eridania Rolle at 245-9136.

BETTHUNE CRAIGG

LEWIS DURHAM

In South Caicos Is seeking a Labourer To work 5 days per week Duties include cleaning of yard and minor repairs around the property Salary is $6.25 per hour Position is currently held by a work permit holder Interested Belongers must submit their application to the Immigration Board Please contact 243-0820.

any information to please contact the investigators from the Serious Crime Unit or you can call in confidence at Crimestoppers on 1-800-8477. I would also ask that the circumstances of the death of Marie are not subject to speculation, but any information be passed to my officers�.

CARETAKER WANTED In Grand Turk Must be able to help an older individual who need assistance with getting dressed, eat, bathe and complete light housekeeping duties, such as dishes or folding laundry Salary $6.25 per hour 5 days per week Contact 232-1336 This position is currently held by a Non-Belonger Applicants who are Turks & Caicos Islanders should also send copies of their application to the Immigration Board

Discussions surrounding the theme on a point of leadership, Premier are being led by leaders of critical Robinson shared TCI’s initiatives partners and include the European thus far in its creation of a climate Commission, World Bank, Caribbean change policy, training for policy Disaster Emergency Management makers in embedding disaster risk Agency (CDEMA), Caribbean reduction and climate change action Community Climate Change Center and the move towards protecting our (CCCCC), Caribbean Catastrophic environment including the ban on Risk Investment Facility (CCRIF), single use plastic bags and the move Conservation and Educational towards further bans on plastic and Institutions. styrofoam.

This first ever event of its Sharing on the sub- topic kind is hosted by one of only three “Unite� Premier Robinson stated female leaders in the OCTs, Prime that the region must lead in being Minister Leona Romeo - Marlin of climate smart through the education St Maarten who is also the Regional of our people and in taking forward Authorizing Officer for the EDF11 initiatives that will protect the Program. environment we cherish and depend

This historic event also saw on. Premier Robinson said, “Building for the first time all three female back better costs money, we must leaders together: Premier Robinson address this. We must seek to of the Turks and Caicos Islands, diversify our small economies as Prime Minister Evelyn Wever Croes far as we are able and we must be of Aruba and Host Prime Minister of responsive to the regional crisis last St Maarten, Leona Romeo Marlin. year and proactive for the years to

Following the climate events come.� last year in the Caribbean, innovative Premier Robinson urged her leadership emerged and is emerging. colleagues to not waste the crisis that The term resilience is at the forefront befall our countries. of Leaders’ minds. Addressing

MAINTENANCE PERSONNEL

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POLLIE BOI CHILL SPOT

DOMESTIC WORKER WANTED In Grand Turk Duties include performing a variety of tasks within an employer’s home, must be able to do general cleaning, housecleaning and running errands Salary $6.25 per hour To work 5 days per week Please Contact 247-1507 This position is currently held by a Non-Belonger Applicants who are Turks & Caicos Islanders should also send copies of their application to the Immigration Board

WAYNE WILLIAMS JR

Pamela Walkin

DOMESTIC WORKER WANTED In Grand Turk Duties include performing a variety of tasks within an employer’s home, must be able to do general cleaning, housecleaning and running errands Salary $6.25 per hour To work 5 days per week Please Contact 247-1507 This position is currently held by a Non-Belonger Applicants who are Turks & Caicos Islanders should also send copies of their application to the Immigration Board

Location: Long Bay, Providenciales Is seeking a Babysitter Duties include preparing and giving meals, bathing and dressing children Salary is minimum wage $6.25 per hour Must be able to work 6 days per week- Monday – Saturday and also work on holidays Please Contact Pamela Walkin at: 231-4109 This position is a new position Applicants who are Turks & Caicos Islanders should also send copies of their application to the Immigration Board

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Increased murders, decline in illegal sloops, malpractice in Immigration, discussed at National Security Council meeting

The increase in murders in Turks and Caicos Islands, decrease in Haitian sloops coming to the country, new police vehicles and plans for improvements at the Grand Turk prison were among the issues discussed when the National Security Council (NSC) met on Thursday, October 18th, 2018, at the Hilly Ewing Building in Providenciales.

Governor, Dr. John Freeman, and the Hon. Premier, Sharlene Cartwright Robinson, co-chaired a meeting which was also attended by other NSC members, Deputy Premier Hon. Sean Astwood, Attorney General Hon. Rhondalee Brathwaite-Knowles and Commissioner of Police James Smith.

According to a press release from Dave Moore of the Governor’s office, the NSC received up-dates from the Commissioner of Police on the latest crime statistics for the first six months of the year to end-September 2018 which showed that overall crime had fallen by 30% compared to the previous year.

Robberies and incidents involving firearms were down by 42% and 68% respectively although the number of murders had risen from three to seven for the same period.

The Commissioner also vehicles will be arriving by the end of reported collaboration with other October.

Overseas Territory Police Forces to The NSC also received an establish a Digital Forensic facility update from the Deputy Premier on “a to improve detection and provision of significant decrease” in the number of evidence before the courts. illegal sloops attempting to reach TCI

He noted that the new 911/ since the radar was repaired and it was CCTV Unit in Providenciales which also noted that immigration officers was now fully operational and proving were on heightened alert at this time of very effective. An Invitation to Tender year and in the light of recent reports (ITT) notice would issue shortly to of unrest in Haiti. install CCTV on Grand Turk and that The Deputy Premier also spoke digital police radios had been extended about an invitation to the Bahamas to Grand Turk and would be rolled out authorities to visit TCI to discuss to the other islands to improve police possible co-operation to address illegal communication coverage across the migration to TCI; an improvement in islands. visa processes resulting in a significant

The Commissioner also reduction in the number of visas issued expressed cConcerns about the number and applications being submitted. of vehicles on TCI roads without number Astwood also stated that plates. The Hon. Premier highlighted “malpractice” in his Ministry was being that the Road Safety Department had tackled and a “clampdown on improper a plentiful supply of number plates in activity” enforced. stock and that a notice needed to be Measures with the police issued to instruct the public to acquire to enhance co-operation and the plates for their vehicles. effectiveness of Operation Guardian

The police also gave an update and measures under consideration to on initiatives with the local community introduce national identity cards in to remove guns from the streets of TCI. TCI, were also discussed.

The Hon. Premier briefed the NSC In the absence of the Minister on work that she was involved in to of Home Affairs, Hon. Delroy Williams, encourage people to hand in their guns. the NSC received an up-date from the It was also reported that new police Hon. Premier on the situation at HM

BUTTERFIELD GOLD GROUP OF COMPANIES POSITIONS AVAILABLE

Butterfield Gold One (1) Painter Applicant must prepare walls and other surfaces for painting by scraping, using sandpaper, removing old paint etc.

Fill cracks and holes with appropriate material (e.g. plaster) Mix paint and other materials to prepare the right color or texture Paint surfaces according to instructions with various tools Apply varnish and other finishes.

Minimum of three (3) years’ experience as a painter

Daylight Saving Time ends Sunday, November 4, 2018

Daylight Saving Time (DST) will end in Turks and Caicos Islands on Sunday, November 4th, 2018 at 2 a.m., when clocks will turn back one hour.

This means it will get dark an hour earlier each day.

Wages: commensurate with experience starting from $8.50 per hour.

DST resumes at 2 a.m. on One (1) Carpenter Sunday, March 10, 2019.

Carpenter/general construction worker of at least 8 years’ experience required with

The Turks and Caicos Islands knowledge of roofing, window installation and screen started observing Daylight Saving Fabrication /installation.

Time from March 11, 2018, after Wages: commensurate with experience from $9.50 per hour a short break under the Dr. Rufus Ewing-led Progressive National Party Three (3) Labourers (PNP) government.

Applicant must be physical and able-bodied individual capable of lifting heavy loads Following extensive and to assist with various duties within the company. consultations across the country, the Wages: starting from $7.00 per hour People’s Democratic Movement (PDM) Island Pride Fuel Cabinet took a decision on July 19, One (1) Gas Attendant 2017 for the reintroduction of seasonal Good oral and written skills, no experience necessary. time change in the Turks and Caicos Knowledge of basic mechanically skills would be an asset.

Islands to have Daylight Saving Time Knowledge to maintain gas pump machines would be an asset.

(DST) during the summer months and Wages: $6.75 per hour standard time, otherwise known as One (1) Domestic Worker local time, during the winter months.

Cleaning the gas station

The reinstatement of Daylight Saving Time returns the TCI to the Wages: starting from 6.50 per hour same schedule as most of the eastern Application forms available from Butterfield Gold Human Resource Department. Only United States. applicants selected for interview will be notified.

Government had a four-week Submit applications to by November 7, 2018 to: consultation which started on April 6th

Butterfield Gold Ltd., and ends on May 6th, 2017, in response

Human Resource Department to an outreach of citizens expressing

Town Center Mall their concerns of public safety during Providenciales Tel: 649-946-4211 the darker mornings following the Labour Commissioner, adoption of Atlantic standard time.

Labour Department

In August 2014 the then Airport Road Progressive National Party (PNP) Providenciales Government took a decision to cease Turks & Caicos Islands observing Daylight Saving Time as the All positions are held by work permit holder standard time for the Turks and Caicos

GARDENER

Island Escape (TCI) Ltd In Providenciales Is seeking candidates for the above position Remuneration: $6.50 per hour based on experience and qualifications Kindly forward resumes and qualification to oa@fchamberslaw.com, copying same to the Turks and Caicos Islands Labour Department and Immigration Board.

Prison including: the recruitment of a new Superintendent and additional prison officers; current staffing issues; the arrival of a new Training Manager to raise levels of officer professionalism and performance; and plans to improve existing infrastructure including the building of a new accommodation block.

The Commissioner of Police introduced the draft National Security Strategy (NSS). The NSC agreed that the Strategy had to encompass activity by all relevant departments and stakeholders, not just the police, and that their views would be sought to feed in to a revised version of the Strategy. The multi-agency Joint Law Enforcement Team (JLET) will be the body responsible for delivering the NSS reporting to the NSC.

The Premier informed the NSC that a letter of entrustment had been requested from the UK Government to enable TCI to sign the instrument of accession to the Memorandum of Understanding for intelligence sharing among Member States of CARICOM which is necessary for TCI’s participation in the Advance Passenger Information System (APIS) database of passenger information to be shared between CARICOM Member States and the United States.

Islands and in 2015 declared Atlantic Standard Time (AST) as the standard time for the TCI.

That decision was largely based on the benefits of extended daylight to the tourism sector, which would have extended the hour’s visitors could spend enjoying the excursions and thereby benefitting local businesses as well as their own quest for self-enjoyment.

The Turks and Caicos Islands has historically observed Daylight Saving Time as the standard time, since the turn of 19th century.

Daylight Saving Time is defined as “the practice of advancing standard time by one hour in the spring of each year and of setting it back by one hour in the fall in order to gain an extra period of daylight during the early evening” .

A previous statement from Premier Hon. Sharlene CartwrightRobinson’s office noted that there is significant debate on the advantages and disadvantages of observing daylight saving.

It was noted that further economic consideration for the reinstatement of daylight saving includes: being in sync with the large client base on the East Coast for tourism and business, eliminating some discrepancies arising in travel schedules that will make travel simpler, stimulating shopping and dining experiences and it would make it easier for some visitors to adapt to local time.

LABOURERS

Island Escape (TCI) Ltd In Providenciales Is seeking candidates for the above position Remuneration: $6.50 per hour based on experience and qualifications Kindly forward resumes and qualification to oa@fchamberslaw.com, copying same to the Turks and Caicos Islands Labour Department and Immigration Board

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Red tape responsible for repair delays on Grand Turk and South Caicos airports, says John Smith

By Todeline Defralien

The “bureaucratic process” is being blamed for the delay in repairing the JAGS McCartney International Airport in Grand Turk, and to some extent the airport in South Caicos, says CEO of the Airports Authority, John Smith.

“The Grand Turk airport is ongoing, where we are with that as you may know currently there is now a new process that they now want us to align ourselves with and it is significantly more bureaucratic,” Smith told The SUN in an exclusive interview. “It doesn’t really, in the true sense of the word, lend its self to private sector behaviour in doing business, so in following that, it slows things down quite a bit. The terminal repair in Grand Turk has not yet been completed yet, it is ongoing.”

Smith stated that repairs to Grand Turk airport are still ongoing the terminal and the combined services building in South Caicos should take a year to 18 months, if not less, to build entirely.

As far as South Caicos airport is concerned, Smith spoke about “encouragement direction from the Premier to move ahead with it”.

He added: “There are some challenges with that (South Caicos airport) still, but none that I feel at liberty to discuss, but Grand Turk is ongoing. When it first went to tender it started to drag a bit as the process would dictate and now we are at the point where we are looking to move that forward very swiftly, but as it is with any development sometimes you hit little hurdles that you don’t expect and there may be reasons or elements of variation that you just have to deal with.”

Smith clarified that government has not stopped the process but are rather faced with many challenges that slows down the process.

“Persons said to me that the government stopped the process and I want to tell the public that government did not stop anything. Sometimes you will have challenges that you have to face with and it is not a case where government has stopped anything. I

don’t know of any government that would want to stop...to the contrary they are pushing to make sure that we get it done under the shortest possible time.”

According to Smith, the whole bureaucracy is not just slowing down from the Airports Authority perspective, but also other statutory boards.

“From Airports Authority perspective or airports in general it’s a very dynamic environment. We’re dealing with safety and other things, so certain decisions need to be made very swiftly and against solid business lines,” he said.

In addition, Airports Authority contracted a local contractor to refurbish the fencing of the Grand Turk Airport apron and there were issues that led to the individual being terminated.

Smith said, “The fence situation in Grand Turk is a case where we ended up having to terminate a contractor and miraculously immediately after that we started to have some problems.

The issue has been resolved. (Well) it is not entirely resolved, in that we still have some work to do, but from a safety and security point of view it’s erected, it is up and it is keeping the animals and wildlife out and we have some other procedures in place.”

Smith stated that the damages sustained during hurricanes Irma and Maria in September 2017 were repaired and they are now doing a full comprehensive and repair to the fence.

“Some of the challenges that we are faced with are not that easy... to always be able to find the supply of labor, skilled and otherwise, it is as challenging for us as it is for contractors who we would contract to do work and it slows down the process. It is a challenge that we have and I think that it is not just an Airport Authority challenge but business in general. We would need to have certain clearances, but there are times when we may be in a position to waive a bit of that up, but even so we need the workforce to be able to do it,” Smith explained to The SUN.

Smith noted that they are hopeful that it will cost well below $75,000 to complete because if anything above that it would have to go to tender.

Premier says PNP declines joining PDM in Constitutional talks with UK

The Opposition Progressive National Party (PNP) has declined to join the ruling People’s Democratic Movement (PDM) government in continuing further talks with the United Kingdom on changes to the Turks and Caicos Islands Constitution.

This was revealed by Premier Hon. Sharlene Robinson, who told a press briefing on Friday, October 19th, 2018 that the full proposal for changes to the Constitution and Crown Land on which we have received correspondence from the UK Minister Lord Ahmad were submitted to the UK on Monday, October 22th, 2018.

“I wish to also advise that the Official Opposition have declined to continue talks together with us before the UK. It is important to understand that we were a part of the PNP led Government’s

constitutional team and were a part of the recommendations sent to the UK,” the Premier stated.

“The recommendations before the UK since 2015 are based on the consultations with the people of these islands and we have had the opportunity to meet representatives of the PNP/Official Opposition during April this year and were able to update submissions. It is regrettable but it is a party position taken and citing the party’s desire to wait for new leadership to direct these works.”

The Premier said she will however proceed on the “expressed wishes of the people and on our party’s position to seek greater and urgent changes” to the 2012 Constitution.

“As this process historically takes a long time, we can ill afford to waste more time,” she added.

CEO of Turks and Caicos Islands Airports Authority John Smith Meantime, when asked if it’s true that Airport Authority had to adjust the South Caicos runway, Smith noted that there were no adjustment to the runway at all and the runway is fully complied with International standards.

He continued: “It is certified by an international body as it always is and it is done so by the Aviation Authority here at Civil Aviation. Fortunately, what we were able to achieve in South Caicos is to have a second taxi way off.

That was a bonus for us and we were able to introduce that. The only bit that is left in South Caicos to complete this project is the terminal and the

combined services building that we are looking to move in. That should take a year to 18 months if not less to build entirely.”

Premier Hon Sharlene Cartwright-Robinson recently apologized to Residents on the state of Grand Turk Airport.

During a press briefing on Friday October 19th, Robinson said, “Whilst the state of the Grand Turk (GT) Airport is a responsibility for the Airports Authority, as Minister with responsibility for the TCI Airports Authority, I wish to apologize to the residents of Grand Turk for the handling of the Island’s Airport named for our National Hero. We are too disappointed and have worked to bring all matters to a satisfactory and urgent conclusion.”

The Premier assured that the matter of the fencing not only at Grand Turk but other Islands and the repairs to the Grand Turk Terminal have been feverishly followed by her ministry and herself.

Robinson also set the record straight and stated that this is not a funding issue nor a procurement issue as the project was noted since last financial year.

She added: “The works to the Terminal was a four month contract and should have concluded end of September. A full report on both will be forthcoming as the public must be made aware of the challenges in these areas.”

ABRAHAM & GALLIS GRAND TURK LTD.and its affiliated chain of signature brand stores trading as Ron Jon Surf Shop, Pirana Joe, Del Sol, Silver Sun and Splash Down, at the Grand Turk Cruise Center, South Beach Grand Turk, is accepting applications along with CVs/ Resumes from interested and suitably qualified persons for the following positions: SALES SUPERVISORS andSALES PERSONS Requirements: •A sound educational background •A minimum offiveyears (Supervisors) and two years (Sales Clerks) general merchandising experience in a highly trusted or related field of employment or business •Proven and unblemished track record of employment •Positive and disciplined attitude and aptitude toward work in a customer service oriented business •Excellent communication, inter-personal and customer service skills •Trustworthy and reliable disposition •Must be willing and able to work flexible hours, including on weekends and public holidays,as necessary to meet the challenging needs of cruise ship schedule and/or reasonable needs of the business.

•Clean criminal record •All candidates must be proficient in the English written and spoken word. Command of a second language will be a definite asset •Salary ranges between $6.25 - $7.50 per hour STOREKEEPER/LABOURER Requirements: •Handyman to assist with cleaning and maintenance •Ability to give general assistance to Sales Clerks on receiving and storage of merchandise •Proven and unblemished track record of employment •Positive and disciplined attitude and aptitude toward work in a customer service oriented business •Excellent communication, inter-personal and customer service skills •Trustworthy and reliable disposition •Must be willing and able to work flexible hours, including on weekends and public holidays,as necessary to meet the challenging needs of cruise ship schedule and/or reasonable needs of the business.

•Clean criminal record •All candidates must be proficient in the English written and spoken word. Command of a second language will be a definite asset •Salary ranges between $6.25 - $7.50 per hour Suitable candidates that do not meet the above requirements may, at the sole discretion of the Company’s management team, be eligible for consideration in circumstances where they demonstrate a clear willingness to embrace the Company’s in-house training initiatives and established standard operating policies and procedures. All applicants who are Turks and Caicos Islanders are invited to send their applications to the Labor Commissioner and Immigration Board.Preference will be given to documented Turks and Caicos Islanders.

Written applications only and accompanying CVs/Resumes must be addressed to the Regional Manager at the following address: Via mail or delivery: Abraham &Gallis Grand Turk Ltd.

Ron Jon Surf Shop

Grand Turk Cruise Center Grand Turk

Turks & Caicos Is. Via email to:

johanna@loscincoles.com

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TCI not blacklisted by OECD, says Premier Robinson

By Todeline Defralien

Premier Sharlene Robinson has denied reports in the United Kingdom (UK) media which stated that the Turks and Caicos Islands was blacklisted by the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) because of its Citizens by Investment scheme.

Turks and Caicos Islands were recently named amongst 21 countries whose so-called “golden passport” schemes threaten international efforts to combat tax evasion.

This list was published in article writing by the Guardian last week upon a report released on Tuesday by the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development.

According to the article, Bahrain, Colombia, Malaysia, Mauritius, Montserrat, Panama, Qatar,

Seychelles, Turks and Caicos Islands, United Arab Emirates and Vanuatu are among those nations flagged as operating high-risk schemes that sell either residency or citizenship.

During a press briefing on Friday October 19th, Premier Hon. Sharlene Cartwright-Robinson stated clearly that the Turks and Caicos Islands has not been blacklisted.

She said, “As the Premier, as a Government, we must respond to the Guardian’s Article that included the Turks and Caicos Islands among countries said to be blacklisted by the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) for its Investment Permanent Residence Certificate Program. This Program is managed by the Invest TC Agency with the Ministry of Border Control and the Governor’s Office having to play key roles.”

The Premier further stated that the OECD does not produce a blacklist of any anomalies that countries might have but more a list of high risk situations.

“The media has turned this list to a blacklist and l believe that the OECD should call for a correction to these stories and will certain write to them inviting them to do so. The TCI and many other countries does not have to make amendments as the programs are legitimate and not being used for any illicit activities particularly not to avoid payment of taxes,” she explained.

Robinson noted that the Turks and Caicos transparency program is aligned with the international standards on tax information sharing and is participating fully.

“The OECD has to produce substantial facts that countries are in breach of the standard and make a

Premier Hon. Sharlene Cartwright- Robinson case for revision or removal of the program.”

Robinson stressed that the Turks and Caicos Islands is not in receipt of any correspondence and wish to state their continued commitment to running a clean jurisdiction and will continue to comply with international standards.

The lost decade 2008-2018: Refocus immigration priorities a “must”

By William “Bill” Mcollum

I do feel that when you look at the number of projects started in this country in the last 10 years with the understanding that potential investors have had to deal with, interpret and analyze as best they can the effect of the overhanging cloud of the SPIT GOT TO SPLIT TEAM orchestrating the perennial anticorruption trials (which achieved 9.5 years anniversary status August 2018)

that this has caused an enormous negative overhang on all prospective commercial market place activities.

Business lost in total is incalculable, however, it has perpetuated and increased the young diaspora principal to the UK as I frequently get the following statement “Uncle Bill I’m not going home it is just too small”.

The refocusing of immigration matters in my view is essential and critical to the ongoing commercial

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future of this country in as much as the focus needs to be driven down the illegal concentration route on illegals and recognition of the fact that people trying to apply for work permits either new or renewal must be provided with a much fairer and less bureaucratic much swifter production line.

Right now it is quite obvious that legitimate business is being frustrated out of all conscience as it fails to get any traction in the processing of work permit applications particularly renewals and this just increases the appetite to employ illegal labour which has further detrimental William”Bill” McCollum economic nuances for our tiny economy. of course produces less income for TCIG. A sustained effort refocusing

Any business employing illegals operates by definition with the priorities of immigration I do feel much reduced overhead cost and is needs to be undertaken right away in therefore able to offer products at a order to sustain even a modicum of real cheaper price than those businesses commercial activity and reduce the trying to do the legitimate thing. This “young diaspora”.

Charity Golf Scramble Raises over $16K for Culinary Students

On Sunday, October 7, locals competes in the annual Taste of the teed up for a good cause as golf lovers, Caribbean Culinary Competition. association members and residents Some of the chefs and cooks on Team celebrated at the annual TCHTA TCI got their first taste of the culinary Charity Golf Scramble extravaganza scene through the youth programmes at the Provo Golf Club in Grace Bay. hosted by the TCHTA.

The fundraiser, which is one Of course, with this being a of the association’s biggest each year, golf scramble it meant that amidst raised over $16,000 all thanks to the philanthropy and good deeds sponsors, golfers and supporters who there was also friendly competition. contributed selflessly to positively Top winners for the day were impact those being introduced to our Jonathan Katan, Steve Ross and local hospitality sector.

Mark Harvey who took first place

“This was such a great with 62.17 points in the scramble event”, said Stacy Cox of the TCHTA, followed by Craig James Dave Gillett “We had tremendous support with and Jack Watson who emerged as over 10 teams and several sponsors second place with 65.67. Third place participating. Their contributions went to Jamie McAnally, Sheldon will allow us to continue with our Wilson and Mervin Cox who came hospitality programmes which open in with a total of 66.34 points. In up great opportunities to those the end participants and spectators seeking a future in the industry”. enjoyed a celebration reception at the

Now in its third year, the Fairway Bar & Grill with a delicious charity Golf Scramble was initially meal prepared by Team TCI. launched to support the TCI Reflecting on the event’s Hospitality Adventure programmes. success Stacy Cox commented, These programmes help facilitate the “We’re truly fortunate to have so education of TCI youth interested many people on this island that not in different aspects of the sector, as only love golf, but love being part of well as provide on-the-job training a bigger cause as well. The TCHTA is opportunities. Since its inception, it very grateful to all of the participants, also now contributes to the funding of the sponsors, the donors and of course the award-winning Team TCI which the community”.

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Report from October 23rd Cabinet meeting

His Excellency the Governor, Dr John Freeman, chaired the 24th meeting of Cabinet on Tuesday, 23 October 2018, at the N J S Francis Building on Grand Turk.

All Ministers were present. At this meeting Cabinet:

* Advised His Excellency the Governor to approve the appointment of a new CEO of Invest TCI for a period of two years with effect from 1 November 2018 subject to contractual terms approved by Cabinet being agreed;

*Approved the extension of the appointments of the members of the Health Practitioners Board for an additional period of six months;

* Approved, with amendments, the draft Sports Development (Fees) Regulations 2018. Cabinet also approved a request by the family of Ms Marion Williams to use the Gustavus Lightbourne Sports Complex for a community celebration subject to the appropriate fee

will present a paper on recommendations being charged;

*Approved the appointment of to mitigate the risk of flooding to Cabinet the Energy and Utilities Commissioner for approval; as Secretary of the Water and Sewerage *Noted the recommendation of Board with immediate effect until 31 the Procurement Board on the award of the following contract in accordance March 2019;

*Approved the termination of with the Public Procurement Ordinance the appointment of Mr Max Garland – TR 18/16 Shelters and Emergency as the representative of the TCI Operations Centre; *Received an up-date by the Hon. Electrical Contractors Association to the Electricity Board for Electrical Premier on the work of the TCI National Practitioners Licencing and approved the Disaster Recovery Task Force; *Advised His Excellency the appointment of Mr John Carlos Ariza as his replacement with immediate effect Governor to approve the issuing of a until 31 March 2019; public tender notice for the lease of Crown

*Noted an information paper Land Parcel 60003/246 on Providenciales from the Hon. Minister of Home Affairs, in accordance with Section 34 of the Transportation and Communication Crown Land Ordinance; proposed up-dating Cabinet on on-going work *Approved and plans to improve the physical amendments to the Physical Planning infrastructure at HM Prison on Grand Ordinance to allow the Physical Planning Board to delegate to the Director of Turk;

*Noted the on-going work by Planning the authority to decide on PWD to address recommendations in the specified types of planning applications.

Dillon Consulting Report on Storm Water An amended draft Bill will be submitted Flood Risk Management. The Ministry to Cabinet for approval.

Police investigate recent robberies, bomb threat

The Criminal Investigation Department of the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force on the Island of Providenciales is investigating two robberies that occurred on Tuesday, October 23rd, 2018.

According to reports, at 9:06 p.m., a 31-year-old female on Analee Avenue in Blue Hills was approached by armed men who demanded money.

According to the victim, the culprits stole her cell phone, car keys and drove off in her white Toyota Brezis car. There are no reports of shots fired or injuries.

Police public relations officer

Takara Bain said that in a second incident, a restaurant on the Airport Road was robbed. According to 911 central at 9:29, three men armed with guns entered the establishment and demanded money. The bandits got away with an undisclosed amount of cash and a gold chain, before speeding off in a white Toyota car. There are no reports of shots fired or injuries.

The white Toyata car was discovered Wednesday, October 24th, 2018 on a Millennium highway dirt road. The vehicle was processed by the Forensic Support Unit.

Our restaurant is dynamic in nature, fast paced and requires a level of maturity and dedication. We have very enjoyable working environments and amazing people from all walks of life. We require a F & B Manager that is passionate, prepared to evolve with the times and become actively involved in all aspects of working in the restaurant environment. The key part of any management role is to be able to juggle a full staff contingent while performing all your expected duties and tasks on a timely basis.

Communication with Head Office in terms of training, marketing campaigns, follow ups, complaints handling, POS system updates and finance recording are essential parts of each day.

• Creation and the ability to prepare menu items for the establishment • Delegate respective duties to restaurant team • Liaise with Purchasing Department in acquiring necessary grocery/ bar items and supplies required to operate an efficient restaurant.

• Ensure the menu items are prepared in accordance to standard recipes set in place • Ensure menu items are professionally presented to clients • Ensure restaurant environs are kept clean, sanitized and free from debris • Ensure restaurant team’s needs are met and harmony is maintained • Ensure stock is safely and properly stored – FIFO method practiced • Ensure all team members are properly attired for work • Hold daily huddles with team outlining the days goals and rewarding achievements and ways to improve.

• Asses menu items as per client consumption • The ability to establish pricing for menu items based on cost in ensuring a profit • Ensure timeliness of service is effectively managed • Ensure the guest experience is maintained at high level

Police are appealing to members of the public who may have any information in connection to these robberies to please contact police right away on 911 or Crime Stoppers at 1- 8008477.

Bain also confirmed that there was indeed police response to the initial report made by the Maranatha High School on October 22nd, 2018 in reference to a bomb threat.

She said a report was made at 3:36 p.m., the police responded and cleared the scene.

Turks and Caicos Sun

Suite#5, Airport Plaza Providenciales Turks and Caicos Islands Tel: (649) 339-5879 Fax: (649) 941-3281 Email: sun@suntci.com Read us online at www.suntci.com Publisher & Editor-in-Chief: Hayden Boyce Graphic designer Information Technology and Production Manager: Kelano Howell Todeline Defralien Reporter

The Turks and Caicos SUN is a subsidiary of The SUN Media Group Ltd. We are committed to excellence in journalism, educating and informing our readers, serving and satisfying our advertisers and assisting in the overall development of the Turks and Caicos Islands.

Minimum requirements • A love for good food & people with strong emphasis on staff development • Ability to manage all financial aspects of the restaurant • Positive and strong leadership, mentoring & management style • Minimum 5 years in a senior restaurant management position • Customer focused • Good Financial acumen and understanding of a P&L statement • Strong BOH experience as well as FOH • Ability to execute projects effectively and efficiently • Team player • Results orientated • Good communication skills with staff, customers and team • Passionate about the food Industry • Passionate about training and development • Actively involved in all areas of the restaurant • Reliable and dedicated as well as be able to work under pressure • Accurately report on business environment • Great communication and problem-solving skills • Trustworthy and honest • HACCP certification an asset Reports to: Country Manager Compensation Package: Between $2500-$2750 per month or according to experience and proven track record Turks and Caicos Islanders applications will be given preference

Deadline for submissions is November 5, 2018 Applications along with CVs/ Resume’ may be submitted via Email to: gtadmin@chukka.com, please place the desired position in the subject line or deliver to the below address: CHUKKA HUMAN RESOURCES CHUKKA CARIBBEAN ADVENTURES (TCI) LTD South Base Lyndon Gardiner Boulevard Grand Turk, TCI

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The International School TCI It has been a whirlwind few months for ISTCIs Middle School. Their first year ended on a high note with Yr. 7 students traveling abroad to Western Canada, experiencing a number of action-packed adventures, such as world-class white water rafting and flying along miles of ziplines. In addition, students visited local indigenous archeological sites and fishing grounds, an old growth temperate rainforest, as well as a large scale copper mine - all enhancing their learning of curriculum objectives with a hands-on approach. A warm thank you goes out to all that supported their fundraising efforts, which ensured that all individuals were able to participate. A big shout goes out to The Somerset for their fantastic staff-coordinated movie night on the lawn!

The positive vibe continues, as ISTCI Middle School rolls into the 2018 - 2019 academic year with the opening of their new facility. Classrooms have been kitted out with the latest in technology as a sleek, new cooperative learning environment. The students and staff invite you to come along and view what they’re all about during the Grand Opening, September 27.

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Additional security for Maranatha High School following false bomb threat

By Todeline Defralien

A stronger security presence is on the way for the Maranatha High School located in Wheeland, Providenciales following a tragic scare of a bomb attack which forced an early closure on Tuesday October 23rd.

On the evening of Monday, October 22, administrators of the Maranatha Academy discovered graffiti displayed on the wall of the school’s entrance threatening a bomb attack.

School officials promptly reported the matter to the police who responded to the scene.

Students who scared and feared their lives, stood in the sun for hours until Police arrived on scene.

A release issued to The SUN by the Crisis Management Team at Maranatha Academy, stated that Police arrived on scene shortly after 10 a.m. on Tuesday, October 23rd, and conducted a full-sweep of the buildings on the school grounds.

School officials were unable to provide media comment until all details surrounding the alleged threat were fully gathered.

“The welfare of our school community is our number one priority.

As such, school administrators along with the Crisis Management Team, led by the school board’s Chairman and President of the Turks and Caicos Islands Conference of Seventh-Day Adventists, Pastor Michael A. Smith, have held meetings following the incident and have developed and will be begin to implement additional security measures to avert any possible threats to the safety and security of its students, faculty, staff, and parents,” Students standing outside of Maranatha High School they explained.

In addition, the Team thanked

They said, “It was determined students, they were dismissed for the the Royal Turks and Caicos Police that additional measures were needed day.” to be taken by the police before the After conducting a thorough Force for their efforts as well as the all-clear could be pronounced, which sweep, no evidence of bomb-related parents and staff for their patience.

The Maranatha High School would occur on the following morning, material was discovered and it was Tuesday, October 23, 2018. Due to the determined by Police that the graffiti welcomed their students back to school lengthy process, and in an effort to referenced an empty threat. An all- on Wednesday 24th October 2018. clear was provided. continue to ensure the safety of all provision and personal development planning Work with the Director to ensure that adequate insurance is in place for all necessary areas of the business Provide support to the office in all other financial matters

Positions Available Finance & Administration Manager Duties and responsibilities Finance Ensure that sound processes and procedures are in place which are followed, so financial transactions are recorded in an accurate, timely and complete manner Oversee the maintenance of the primary ledgers within the organisation, ensuring regular reviews and reconciliations are performed Preparation of annual accounts, and the primary point of contact with the organisation’s external auditors Ensure that all statutory and tax returns are made in an accurate and timely manner Implement appropriate financial controls over payments and bank transactions, ensuring timely and efficient payments to suppliers Embed robust income and credit control processes, and perform analyses on income generating activities on a regular basis to ensure that they remain profitable Manage the month-end process, including ensuring that data is accurate and complete before closing the ledgers to produce financial reports by the specified deadlines Production of monthly reports including management accounts, project reports and donor reports that include variance analysis and commentary Perform cash-flow forecasting, and report on the cash position of TCIRC Process the monthly payroll, ensuring that information is up to date and accurate, and that any payroll taxes or contributions are paid when due Manage the bank and cash processes of TCIRC including monitoring of bank balances, performing reconciliations, carrying out cash counts and ensuring the bank register is up to date Manage and maintain the fixed asset register Assist in the preparation and review of budgets, forecasts and key performance indicators Ensure that improvements in the TCIRC finance function are made in line with the branch financial action plan, with the assistance of the British Red Cross Overseas Branches Finance Manager Capacity building of the Finance & Admin Officer; assisting with training

Oversee the following responsibilities, some of which will be executed by other staff members or lead volunteers: Vehicle Management Ensure that all vehicles are licensed and ensured Maintain a database of all drivers authorized to drive the vehicles Administration Manage the purchase, distribution, use and repairs of all office equipment (e.g. computers and projectors) Ensure that all computers have appropriate software and security Ensure that security procedures are implemented Oversee all administrative filing, record-keeping and archiving Implement and maintain procedures/office administrative systems Deal with correspondence, complaints and queries from supporters and beneficiaries Provide support to the office in all other administrative matters Logistics Ensure that the procurement procedure and chart of authority is being followed, including the completion of required documentation (purchase orders, goods received notes, etc) Ensure that stock takes are being carried out as specified in the procedure Prepare paperwork for all international imports (e.g. tax exemption, landing permission, etc) Provide support to the office in all other logistics matters Other Ensure staff comply with security guidelines Liaise with colleagues at British Red Cross as required, assisting to provide any information required Uphold the Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement Undertake any other duties that may be requested by the Director Wages: $29,400.00/ per annum Only Belongers apply for these positions. Applications forms available from Turks and Caicos Red Cross Human Resource Department. Only applicants selected for interview will be notified.

Submit applications to headquarters@redcross.org.tc or call 649-941-8056.

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Culture Department donates to five public schools in Providenciales

Mrs. King (Principal) at Ianthe Pratt Primary, Mr. McCartney, Mrs. Sophia Hamilton-Garland Principal of the Enid Capron Primary School Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Education Wesley Clerveaux, Minister of Tourism Hon. Ralph Higgs, Minister of Education Hon. Karen Malcolm, Premier, Hon. Sharlene Cartwright-Robinson, team members from the Culture Department, Principal, teachers and students from the public school.

Posters depicting TCI’s Culture

By Todeline Defralien

In effort to promote culture in Turks and Caicos Islands schools, the Ministry of Education, Youth, Culture and Library Services presented five government schools in Providenciales with cultural posters and TCI flags continuing the heritage month festivities.

During an official handing over presentation at the Premier’s Office on Friday, October 19th, 2018, various government officials were present along with principals and students from the Clement Howell High School, Ianthe Pratt Primary School, Long Bay High School, Oseta Jolly Primary and Enid Capron Primary School.

All schools walked away with five different posters depicting different cultural facts such as the traditional food/dishes from each of the various islands and instruments used together to make the traditional rip

saw music originating from Turks and Caicos Islands.

This initiative is part of the Culture Department’s ‘Back to Our Roots’ programme that was launched earlier this year.

Minister of Education Hon. Karen Malcolm said, “I must say that the culture team has done an excellent job. This whole month of October has been celebrated as Heritage Month, we’ve been around the Islands to Middle Caicos, North Caicos, Salt Cay and this week we’re in Providenciales.

This morning we are here to present some gifts to the principals of the schools here in Providenciales to just let you know how much we appreciate the work that you are doing, as well as presenting you with some gifts to encourage our students to know from whence we’ve come.�

Premier Hon. Sharlene Cartwright-Robinson added: “I just want to take this opportunity to

congratulate the Minister of Education and the dream team from the Culture Department; they have certainly set the standard very high for those months to come, and we are excited that they are certainly leading the way. It certainly teaches us that culture is alive. Culture is a way of life and...this government has decided that it is important for culture to be with education to make sure that our children, through the formal institutions, know from whence we came, so we can continue in the strong heritage and culture that we have in the Turks and Caicos Islands.�

The Premier encouraged persons to capture and learn their history because they will need to pass it on from generation to generation.

Upon receiving the gifts, the principals and teachers expressed sincere thanks to the Ministry of Education.

Heartlyn Wright, Vice Principal of Oseta Jolly Primary School

said, “I am so delighted and so happy to be a part of this presentation. At this time we try to make our school area child-friendly and we want our students to know more about their national culture, and it will be so easy for our little ones to look at the pictures around their environment so they can learn from them. I am so grateful for this.�

Although these presentations were made to only the public schools, Minister of Education Hon. Karen Malcolm stated that in the future the private schools will have their share.

“We have presented these flags and posters to the government schools here in Providenciales but know that the private schools will not be left out. We have many more years of celebrating Heritage month and we will definitely include them in the future presentations,� Malcolm concluded.

TCI represented at United Way Round Table on Philanthropy

Representatives from the Turks and Caicos Islands recently attended the United Way Round Table on Philanthropy, a forum where leading philanthropists from around the world meet to share ideas and develop viable and sustainable solutions to major global issues.

Held in the mountains of Banff, Canada, the event’s theme, Where mind and Mountains meet featured influential presenters who are contributing to programs of the world’s largest non profit, United Way.

At this year’s Round Table in Banff, the discussions and topics focused on ways by which social and economic inequality can be reduced to create stronger more wholistic communities through initiatives such as more access to education, health services and income for a decent living for all community members, as well as finding ways by

which individual donors and successful companies can contribute to solving the problems of their community.

Chairman for United Way TCI, Mark Fulford, addressed the attendees at the invitation of Leadership Council Member, Rick Waugh by highlighting some of the challenges faced by small island nations such as the Turks and Caicos. He emphasized the impact of recent Natural Disasters – Hurricanes Irma and Maria and the impact still being felt on the outer islands of the chain. He explained the role that United Way TCI is playing in helping to restore some sense of normalcy to the lives of the elderly which were affected who have no other means of help. He emphasized the need for private sector and governmental organizations to work together to scale solutions to tough problems.

Other presenters at this year’s

Faith Preparatory School ¡

Grand Turk Position: Principal Qualifications: Bachelor Degree in Primary Education or Early Childhood Education ¡ Three years administrative experience ¡ Possess Good Interpersonal Skills Duties: •Manage the day to day activities of the school •Supervise and mentor teachers •Be a class teacher •Report regularly to the school board Monthly Salary: $1800 and $300 rent Allowance Contact #: (649)-231-3269 Email: faithpreparatory1984@yahoo.com Position is currently held by a work permit holder.

Turks and Caicos Islanders are invited to apply and send copies of their application to the Immigration Board

L-R Former Premier Hon. Galmo Williams, Mrs. Althea Williams, Chairman of UWTCI Mark Fulford, Former Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper, Mrs. Ava Fulford, & Leadership Council Member Rick Waugh United Way Roundtable event included former Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper, Philanthropists Peter Buffett, son of Warren Buffett, United Way Worldwide President Brain A Gallagher, SunitMehra of India, Dr. Susan Mboya of Kenya and Dr. Xiang Bing of China.

The TCI contingent included Board Directors of the local chapter of

United Way namely, Former Premier, the Hon. Galmo Williams and Mrs. Williams, Local Business Owner, Mr. Stanley Williams and Chairman for United Way TCI, Mr. Mark Fulford and Mrs. Fulford.

United Way TCI is set to officially launch as the newest chapter on December 6, 2018 with a Gala Dinner and Fundraising event.

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MOU signed between TCI and The University of the West Indies

After the launching of the JAGS McCartney Lecture Series at Shore Club Turks and Caicos, On the evening of Tuesday, October 16, 2018, the Ministry of Education, Youth, Culture and Library Services and the University of the West Indies signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) which is designed to stimulate and provide tools for the pathway forward for national development.

This symbolic gesture demonstrated the Turks and Caicos Islands Government commitment to the strengthening of the relationship with the University of the West Indies (UWI) as a catalyst for sustainable economic growth in the Turks and Caicos Islands.

Minister of Education, Hon. Karen Malcolm, signed on behalf of the Turks and Caicos Islands Government and Professor Dencil Williams signed on behalf of the University of the West Indies.

This Memorandum of Understanding was signed in the presence of the Governor, the Premier, the Attorney General and all other distinguished and invited guests. This MOU will facilitate the opening of the UWI Open Campus in Providenciales and will allow for farreaching benefits to students of the Turks and Caicos Islands. The MOU

Signing Of Memorandum Of Understanding Between The Turks And Caicos Islands seeks to formalize and strengthen the relationship while fostering greater co-operation between `the two involved.

The University of the West Indies (The UWI) has broken into the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings for the first time.

The 2019 Times Higher Education World University Rankings has ranked The UWI among the world’s top institutions.

The rankings show that The UWI is located among the 1,258 top universities in world for 2019. This puts The UWI in the elite band of the top 5% of universities worldwide based on data showing that there are

over 25,000 recognized universities, globally. Specifically, Times Higher Education ranked The UWI at 591 out of the 1,258 universities which made the list. The UWI is the only Caribbean institution on the world-wide list.

It was also the only Caribbean university ranked earlier this year in THE’s 2018 Latin America University Rankings, in the region that is home to over 100 universities contributing to sustainable development.

The Ministry of Education, Youth, Culture and Library Services continues its quest to encourage and facilitate all Turks and Caicos Islanders to further their education and enrolled into Tertiary Studies. As

part of this mandate, the Turks and Caicos Islands Government in recent years attained full membership to the University of the West Indies. This therefore enables Turks and Caicos Islanders who are not beneficiaries of a scholarship to be able to attend any of the University of the West Indies three campuses in Jamaica, Barbados or Trinidad & Tobago and pay a reduced tuition fee.

This Memorandum of Understanding tangibly commemorates the relationship between the Turks and Caicos Islands Government and the University of the West Indies.

Graceway Trading Ltd is seeking for a suitable qualified candidate to fill the position of General Manager Food Services Division.

GREAT HOUSE MANAGEMENT COMPANY LIMITED [SAILROCK]

is seeking qualified candidates for the positions below in the Food and Beverage Department

Butler This person will work with the Food and Beverage Manager and play a key role in providinga positive personalized experience. This person will reside in South Caicos.

Responsibilities Include, but are not limited to: •Must be willing and able to work flexible hours, including late shifts, as well as on weekends and on public holidays.

•To identify and anticipate Guests’ needs and ensure personalized service is provided.

•To assist with any plans or arrangements the guest intends to make during their stay.

•Fully aware of the Room Service and other outlets menu, answers questions on menu selections, communicates with the Kitchen regarding menu questions and product availability.

•Inform housekeeping department the time desired for the daily cleaning and turn down service.

•Provide exceptional and memorable services to guests throughout their stay.

•Serves the guests in a calm, discrete and courteous manner, respecting timing standards.

Qualified Candidates for both positions will have/be: •Minimum 3 year’s experience at a similar level at a 5 star or full-service hotel.

•3-5 years experience in Food and Beverage service •Fluent in English (fluency in more than one language is a plus) •Passionate about delivering outstanding customer service •Able to use RDP & Squirrel •Able to effectively exercise high levels of patience, tact and diplomacy •Excellent communication skills – both written and oral Salary Range •$15,000-$17,000 yearly Please submit applications to Human Resources Department: •Drop off: W104 Venture House, Grace Bay, Providenciales •Email: humanresources@southcaicos.com This is a new position Interested Turks and Caicos Islanders must also submit copies of their application to the TCI Labor Board.

General Manager Summary of Duties The position is the general overseer of all aspects of Food Service Division.

This includes providing leadership and motivation to promote the consistent execution of standard practices, policies and procedures. Setting the tone and leading the division culture/environment to ensure success in all aspects of customer service, profitability, operations, people development, merchandise presentation and merchandise assortment.

Required Specifications and qualifications •Over ten (10) years experience in Food Service Operations and wholesale management with a minimum of five (5) years in a senior management position to include management of individual departments •Experience in company expansion projects with the ability to lead and develop new store concept, design, layout, format and operations.

•Proficient in the understanding of wholesale accounting and good business practices related to documentation and record keeping •Candidate must also have broad experience in Resort Management in the Food and Beverage Services Division to include Culinary Training, Menu Building, Purchasing, Quality Control, and Sanitation •Must be knowledgeable of fine wines, pairing, sourcing and logistics •Candidate must demonstrate knowledge and experience in running high end operations commensurate with restaurant and resort levels in the Turks and Caicos Islands •Must have the ability to identify, develop and direct the implementation of business strategy and report to shareholders on organizational plans, financial disclosure and operational performance.

•Ability to work extended hours including nights, weekends, and holidays Salary rate will commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Deadline for submission of applicants is November10, 2018 Submit to: Graceway IGA Supermarkets main office complex, Leeward Highway Email: hr@gracewayiga.com Please note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contact to attend interviews.Belongers only need apply

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Jai’s presents $15,000 cheque to TCI’s National Cancer Society

By Todeline Defralien

The National Cancer Society of the Turks and Caicos Islands recently received a major financial boost to aid in its life-saving work.

The society was presented with a cheque for $15,000, this year’s proceeds from an ongoing raffle held by Jai’s Jewelry as part of the In the Pink celebration which came to an end on Tuesday October 16th.

The proceeds from the raffle had tripled last year’s donation to the foundation.

Elated, excited and grateful are some of the words that President of the National Cancer Society Mrs. Rosemary Jolly used to describe the very generous donation.

She said, “We are speechless because I remember last year the proceeds from the raffle and I am sure this year it is three times more than last year’s donation. The National Cancer Society cannot express the gratitude to Jai’s Jewelry for this contribution to us. As I’ve said many times, our purpose and our focus doesn’t change.

Our focus is persons living with cancer in the Turks and Caicos Islands and every scrap of funds that we raise are for that purpose.”

With the donations the nonprofit organization can further reach out in the community and raise more awareness as well.

Pictured here is Member of the In the Pink Committee, Founder of In The Pink Karen Whitt, Owner of Jai’s Jewelry, Jai Tolani and President of the National Cancer Society Mrs. Rosemary Jolly

Johnny Reyes winner of the $5,400 watch

Jolly added: “We can see ourselves heightening awareness.

We can see ourselves reaching out to everyone that needs our support. We can see us replenishing our hospital type equipment as well.”

Owner of Jai’s Jewelry, Jai Tolani stated that the 10th year anniversary of In the pink event meant a lot to them and they wanted to make it very special this year.

The Rolex valued of $5,400 was also presented to winner Mr. Johnny Reyes at the cheque presentation.

“Because it is the 10th year, our CEO who happens to be my wife, decided that she wanted to give something extra special and that’s

Jai’s to step up to the plate like this and really support us in such a big way with $15,000 from the raffle sales of these tickets is so amazing. It is really a testament to their continued support in the community and they were one of the strongest sponsors since we had the very first event and every year it just grows from strength to strength.”

She added: “We want to thank the community for supporting this raffle and supporting the event. It was a sea of beautiful pink everywhere and our cause is to raise awareness for breast cancer but also to support the families that are so much in need of assistance as they deal with this terrible affliction of cancer.”

Coach Job Description and Responsibilities: Turks & Caicos Islands Football Association (TCIFA) is seeking two experienced Football Coaches to work in our Grassroots and Youth Academy Programmes.The Football Coach’s Positionisresponsibleforassisting the Technical Director and Head Coaching Development Officer with organizingthe football programatthe TCIFA. The Coach will assist with conducting practices, motivating players andinstructing players in game techniques and tactics.

Responsibilities: •To assist the Technical Director and Head Coaching Development Officer in creating a Long Term Coaching Development Plan for the TCIFA •Consult with the Technical Director and Head Coaching Development Officer in formulating the coaching sessions to be utilized in the Grassroots and Youth Academy Programs •Assist with the creation and updating of the Players’ Data Base.

•Organize and conduct individual and group training sessions as directedby the Head Coaching Development Officer •Co-ordinate and assist in supervising the Volunteer Coaches •Brief all helpers, volunteer coaches and players on the aims of the session andthepurposeofeachactivity.

•Liaise with the Technical Director with updated monthly reports of all teams.

•Attend any meetings with fellow coaches, parents and children whereappropriate •Identify and recruit, in line with the TCIFA procedure, additional Volunteer Coaches to assistin coaching in the Grassroots and Youth Academy Programs

where it all started. Rolex is one of the most expensive brands we have here and it is well recognised, so we decided to do that. All of our staff and our team really dedicatedly sold all the tickets and we also had some support from the tourists who purchased some tickets. I think that it was a joint effort and my wife and I are very happy to be part of this,” Tolani said.

Founder of In The Pink, Karen Whitt, thanked the sponsors for their overwhelming support throughout the years.

“Being in our 10th year anniversary we couldn’t imagine such overwhelming support from the community, from our sponsors and for

•Assist in identifying player pathways for players within the various TCIFA programs •Identifying players for the Youth and Senior National Teams.

•Develop your own skills by attending all coach educationcourses that are organized by theTCIFA. •BeawareofandpromotetheTCIFAcodesofconductforcoaches,playersa nd parents at alltimes.

•Be aware of and follow the procedures for recordingaccidents.

•Beawareofthe ChildProtectionpolicy,HealthandSafetypolicyand Emergency procedures applicable in the Turks and Caicos Islands and abide by them during the course of your employment.

•Ensurethatthereisanaccessible,wellstockedfirstaidkitatthevenue.

•Responsible to the General Secretary/Technical Director Qualification: •US Soccer D License or CONCACAF D License at a Minimum.

Equivalent UEFA, CONMEBOL or other Confederation Licenses are also accepted.

Working Conditions & PhysicalRequirements The job is physically demanding requiring the successful candidate to work outdoors for long hours in varying weather conditions. As such the successful candidate must havetheabilitytostandforextendedperiodsoftime, see and read a computer screen and printed material with or without visio naids;hearandunderstandspeechatnormallevels.

Working hours •32 Hours per week, most coaching after 4pm till late, working most weekends Remuneration is $2,000.00 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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Local Regtech Company, DSS, creates cognitive financial tool for the unbanked Domus Semo tool for financial institutions Sancus (DSS), a FinTech looking for a best-in-class company founded by E. KYC and AML compliance Jay Saunders and which is tool. SafetyNet Safe City, building tools to encourage designed specifically for law financial inclusion and enforcement, is DSS’ tool bridge the e-commerce for helping governments divide, announced that around the world provide it has been named one safe neighborhoods to their of the “Top 10 RegTech citizens.

Solution Providers – 2018” James Robertson,

by Banking CIO Outlook Managing Editor, Banking magazine.

CIO Outlook, stated in his

In the cover story Editorial that “Compliance of the 10th October 2018, is one of the most crucial RegTech Special edition challenges that the (on newsstands now), DSS’ financial institutions face Chairman & CEO E. Jay today” and “The RegTech Saunders gives an overview industry is in demand from of the company and talks both traditional banks and about how DSS is seeking fintech companies…” to “Make Lives Better”.

Commenting on

The in-depth article the purpose of the RegTech looks at DSS’ products special edition, Robertson Wowlet, SafetyNet, and stated that “Our goal with SafetyNet Safe City. Wowlet this special edition is to is DSS’ digital wallet, which highlight the best-of-breed when launched in 2019, RegTech solution providers will increase financial that leverage innovative inclusion around the world technologies to drive by helping to bank the 1.7 customer success.” billion unbanked adults.

Being named one of

With over US$21 the top 10 RegTech solution Billion in Know Your providers is a huge honor Client (KYC) and Anti- for the four-year-old DSS. Money Laundering (AML) “At DSS, we work very hard compliance fines levied to ensure that we give our since 2002, SafetyNet is customers the best tools quickly becoming the go to possible, with the best

user experience, and for the best value. We’re also working very hard to make lives better by helping to bank the global unbanked.

Having a publication like Banking CIO Outlook say, ‘You’re Top 10!’, is a significant achievement for our team.”, stated E. Jay Saunders, Chairman & CEO, DSS. Domus Semo Sancus (DSS) Ltd, founded by E. Jay Saunders in November 2014, is a FinTech company that is building tools to encourage financial inclusion and bridge the e-commerce divide.

SafetyNet.ai is DSS’ award-winning enhanced due diligence (EDD) cognitive search and crime prevention tool.

It helps companies comply with KYC and AML rules and regulations by utilizing an artificial intelligence engine to help companies spot and mitigate risks before they become threats.

SafetyNet.ai is cloud based and is offered in the following subscriptions: Lite, EDD (Enhanced Due Diligence), EDD Enterprise, Safe City, and Developer.

Banking CIO Cover Page.

Shifts varies. Full time. Weekend and holiday work may be required.

This position is currently held by an expatriate worker Qualified Islanders need only to apply copying applications to the Commissioner of Labour & Work Permit Board Zone 2 Salary Range: $6.25 - $6.40 per hour

OPEN JOB POSITION DATE OPENED: October 15, 2018 POSITION: Labourer

START DATE: ASAP PROPERTY: Point Grace

Job Overview: Perform tasks involving physical labor at work sites. May operate hand and power tools of all types and a variety of other equipment and instruments. May clean and prepare sites, dig trenches, and clean up rubble, debris and other waste materials. May assist other craft workers.

Shifts varies. Full time. Weekend and holiday work may be required.

This position is currently held by an expatriate worker Qualified Islanders need only to apply copying applications to the Commissioner of Labour & Work Permit Board Zone 2Salary Range: $7.50 - $8.00 per hour DATE OPEN: October 15, 2018 POSITION: Housekeeper

START DATE: ASAP PROPERTY: Point Grace

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

Responsibilities: •Perform a variety of cleaning activities such as sweeping, mopping, dusting and polishing •Ensure all rooms are cared for and inspected according to standards •Protect equipment and make sure there are no inadequacies •Notify superiors on any damages, deficits and disturbances •Deal with reasonable complaints/requests with professionalism and patience •Check stocking levels of all consumables and replace when appropriate •Adhere strictly to rules regarding health and safety and be aware of any company-related practices

DATE OPEN: October 15, 2018 START DATE: ASAP POSITION: Facilities Technician PROPERTY: West Bay Club Job Requirements: Engineering course, undergraduate or vocational school graduate with good verbal and written communication skills. Must have at least 7 years work experience engineering/ facilities equipment operations and maintenance gained in hospitality or other industries.

•Working knowledge of electrical, mechanical equipment and plumbing trouble shooting •Working knowledge of swimming pool operation and water chemistry •Working knowledge of sewage treatment plant operation and maintenance •Knowledge of computers and its peripherals •Planning and executing preventative maintenance of suites and equipment within •Knowledge of Operational Health and Safety Standards •Knowledge of basic kitchen equipment maintenance and trouble shooting •Knowledge of industry storekeeping procedures •Must be computer literate and technology savvy, particularly for ordering and follow up processes •Must be familiar with electrical and mechanical parts Shift Varies. Full time. Weekend and holiday work may be required.

Qualified Islanders and Belongers need only to apply Salary Range: $2,500.00 per month Interested persons can contact our Human Resources Department no later than October 29, 2018 @ (649) 946-5050 Ext. 1020 Email: kendi.jones@gracebayclub.com Fax: (649) 946-5758 P.O. Box 128 Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands, British West Indies

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Vitamin D – A balanced approach

By Dr. Marsha Barnett

Is supplementation useful?

Vitamin D is found in fatty fish and fortified dairy products. With the One of vitamin D’s most average diet, it’s relatively difficult to important roles is keeping your get enough from diet alone but your immune system strong. Several large body also makes it from cholesterol observational studies have shown a when your skin is exposed to sunlight. link between a deficiency in vitamin

The recommended daily intake D and respiratory tract infections like (RDI) is usually around 400–800 IU, colds, bronchitis and pneumonia. So, if but many experts say you should get you often become sick, especially with a even more than that. It’s estimated cold or flu- like symptoms, low vitamin that about 1 billion people worldwide D levels may be a contributing factor. have low levels of the vitamin in their As such supplementing with vitamin blood. According to a 2011 study, 41.6% D may cause an improvement in your of adults in the US are deficient. immune function.

This number goes up to 69.2% Vitamin D supplementation in Hispanics and 82.1% in African- may also improve your energy Americans. You are more likely to have levels and mood! In review studies, a deficiency in this vitamin if you have researchers have linked vitamin D a dark complexion, are elderly or obese. deficiency to depression, particularly Of course, if your diet in low in fish and in older adults. dairy and you live in an area which Although all physicians are gets little sunlight, or you stay indoors not convinced of this as the evidence a lot, your vitamin D levels will tend to has been thought to be inconsistent, be below the optimal range. some controlled studies have shown

Over the past decade or so that giving vitamin D to people who there has been a lot of buzz surrounding are deficient helps improve their vitamin D deficiency and its link to symptoms of depression. wellness. As a result, the sale of these Perhaps the most crucial vitamins has skyrocketed and routine role of vitamin D is the one it plays vitamin D blood tests are the standard in calcium absorption and bone at some medical practices. Despite its’ metabolism. This is particularly popularity, many physicians are still important as we get older. Studies not convinced of the need to supplement have shown a link between low levels and do not believe it plays as pivotal a of vitamin D in the blood and bone loss role in wellness as many suggest. leading to osteoporosis, especially in

post-menopausal women.

However, supplementation with vitamin D at that point has does not seem to reverse bone loss! It seems therefore that getting enough vitamin D throughout life is important for preserving bone mass and reducing the risk of developing osteoporosis. It may even help halt bone loss at a late stage but does not seem to reverse the damage that has already been done.

Low blood levels of vitamin D may also be a cause or contributing factor to lower back pain, bone pain, and even chronic pain syndromes.

Too much of a good thing?

Dr. marsha Barnett

Vitamin D is important for overall health. Even if you follow a with kidney disease. Vitamin D is healthy diet, you may still require required for calcium absorption and supplements in order to achieve at toxic levels, vitamin D may result optimal levels. However, it is possible in excessive absorption of calcium. to have too much of a good thing!

Elevated calcium levels in the blood

Because this vitamin is fat can cause nausea, vomiting, lack soluble, unlike water soluble vitamins of appetite and constipation. Toxic that your body easily excretes in urine, levels can cause several potentially it can be stored in the body and reach dangerous symptoms, even affecting toxic levels. Therefore, if supplementing the rhythm and function of the heart. you must avoid excessive doses of vitamin D. Generally speaking, 4,000 *Dr. Marsha Barnett is a general IU or less per day is considered safe but practitioner who also specialises your blood values should be monitored in dermatology. For questions or when taking these vitamins long term. comments, please contact her at

Too much vitamin D may lead drmarshabarnett@gmail.com or at to kidney injury in both people with Associated Medical Practices - 946healthy kidneys, as well as in those 4242.

BUTTERFIELD MOTORS, LTD. 1045 Leeward Highway Providenciales Turks and Caicos Islands BWI Phone: 649-339-2277 Fax: 649-339-2286

Butterfield Motors Ltd Is looking for experienced applicant for the follow position

AUTOMOTIVE MECHANIC Key Functions: Repair automobiles, trucks, buses, and other vehicles. Perform the duties of a mechanic involved in inspecting, repairing, fabricating, rebuilding and maintaining. Mechanic repair virtually any part on the vehicle or specialize in the transmission system.

Job Duties and Tasks: •Mechanic coordinates activities of technicians, conducts research and testing procedures and ensures the customer’s vehicle is fixed.

•Plan work procedures, using charts, technical manuals, and experience.

•Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing vehicles, engines and transmissions.

•Examine vehicles to determine extent of damage or malfunctions.

•Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

•Test drive vehicles, and test components and systems, using equipment such as infrared engine analyzers, compression gauges, and computerized diagnostic devices.

•Perform routine and scheduled maintenance services such as oil changes, lubrications, and tune-ups.

•Repair manual and automatic transmissions.

•Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.

•Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.

•Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.

Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to the job.

•Use of computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.

•Provide guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.

•Performingday-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.

Skills: •Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternatives to repair vehicles.

•Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

•Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.

•Managing one’s own time and the time of others. Teaching others how to do necessary tasks.

•Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

•Bilingual (English/Spanish) •Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.

•Conductingtests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.

Qualifications: •Mechanical certification from accredited institution.

•Thorough knowledge of all vehicle repair aspects including, but not limited to: Engine, Transmission, and Electrical among others.

•10+ years’ experience in Automotive Repair, with minimum 5 years in Chevrolet Brand vehicles.

•MechanicalKnowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

•Service assistant must have extensive practical experience in vehicle servicing and repairs, together with experience in supervising technicians and dealing with customers.

•Proficiency with computers to input necessary data and communicate with management.

•Experience with Customer and Personal Service. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.

Position is held by a work permit holder Salary: From $2,000.00 per month All interested applicants should submit an updated resume by e-mailingcsmith@butterfieldmotors.tc & Labour Department Airport Road

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LOCAL NEWS Beaches Resorts hosts Rebecca Minkoff, Alli Webb and Holly Robinson Peete as keynote speakers for 4th Annual “Social Media on the Sand” conference

Last week 100 Elite Digital Mom Influencers spent five days learning modern day marketing secrets from some of the most extraordinary businesswomen in one of world’s most beautiful backdrops. That was the promise of Beaches Resorts’ 4th annual “Social Media on the Sand” conference that took place at Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort Villages and Spa from October 17-21, 2018.

This sold out, invitation only event offered attendees a unique opportunity to learn from these highly successful, motivated women eager to share their stories and advice on how they’ve effectively used social media to connect with targeted audiences.

Forbes recently equated the modern “power of social media in society” with “the importance of sunlight on earth,” while AdWeek specifically credits the evolution of mom influencers for today’s era, indicating that “this organicallygrown movement became a thousands, then millions-strong, network of women listening to other women.”

Not surprisingly, Beaches Resorts took notice. “We are excited to have this outstanding group of women sharing their inspirational stories with our conference guests,” offered DebbieAnn White, SVP, Public Relations and Promotions at Unique Vacations, Inc. “In this era of female empowerment, paired with the reach and importance of social media, our ‘Social Media on the Sand’ event offers a truly unique forum for personal and professional growth. We couldn’t be more proud of our #BeachesMoms community that is Social Media on the Sand.”

This year, Beaches’

handpicked list of guest speakers and keynotes included three of the most accomplished modern brand builders and role models: Rebecca Minkoff (cofounder and creative director of the eponymous fashion powerhouse), Alli Webb (founder of Drybar, the nation’s premier blowout salon) and Holly Robinson Peete (award-winning author, actress, entrepreneur, philanthropist and brand spokesperson).

“Social media has had an exponential effect on my business, and brands that know how to connect with consumers, authentically and consistently, are leading the way in today’s market,” said Rebecca Minkoff.

“I’m excited to be at Beaches Turks & Caicos and to be among many other strong, driven, female entrepreneurs sharing ideas and inspirational support.”

“I’m super excited to be at ‘Social Media on the Sand’ at Beaches Turks & Caicos, both as an entrepreneur and a mom who understands the need of other women to launch their own businesses,” said Alli Webb. “Social media is an increasingly significant part of that.”

“It’s an honor to be asked to be a keynote speaker for this great conference alongside so many accomplished female entrepreneurs,” said Holly Robinson Peete. “My path has been shaped as a mother of four, including a special needs child, so I truly understand the challenges, and the joys, of weaving family and work into a meaningful life.”

In addition to Adam Stewart (Deputy Chairman of Sandals Resorts International) and Debbie-Ann

“REGENT GRAND MANAGEMENT LTD” Seeks motivated proactive individuals to join its REGENT GRAND ‘resort team’ and contribute to this growing beachfront boutique luxury property. Candidates MUST want to actively participate in creating an excellent and professional guest experience.

HOUSEKEEPING MANAGER •Assigns workers their duties and inspects work for conformance to prescribed standard of cleanliness.

• Investigates complaints regarding housekeeping service and equipment, and takes corrective action •Obtains list of rooms to be cleaned immediately and list of prospective check-outs or discharges to prepare work assignments.

•Coordinates work activities among departments. Advises manager, desk clerk, or other personnel of rooms’ readiness for occupancy.

•Makes recommendations to improve service and ensure more efficient operation.

Attends all scheduled meetings as required with HOD’s or Sales team.

•Performs cleaning duties in cases of emergency or staff shortage.

•Inspect rooms to determine need for repairs or replacement of furniture or equipment.

Wages: $8.10/HR Requirements: Should have at least four years or more experience in the Reservations and Housekeeping Department of a resort. Should be able to work cohesively with co-workers as part of a team.

Must possess good verbal and written communications skills; a good command of English is necessary.

PUBLIC AREA ATTENDANT •Candidate will be responsible to ensure the highest level of cleanliness and safety in all public and back of house areas of the resort •Ensure that all lobbies and public facilities are kept in a neat and clean condition, such as rooms, hallways and restrooms.

•Sweeps, mops, scrubs and polishes floors, remove trash collected by attendants and collects linen and other supplies from floor linen closets.

•Promotes a positive image of the property to guests and owners.

•Must be responsible for spring cleaning of their area as per schedule. Must be pleasant, honest and friendly; must have a good command of written and verbal communication.

•Fit and able for heavy lifting •Willing to work split shifts, holidays and weekends Wages: $6.53 Please forward resumes to: Email: aleisa@theregentgrand.com Regent Grand Management Ltd. c/o Regent Street TKCA 1ZZ Grace Bay, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands Tel: (649) 941-7770

White (SVP of Public Relations and Beaches deconstructed the traditional Promotions of Unique Vacations, Inc.), conference day gift bag and created they were joined by a dozen speakers a VIP gifting lounge. Attendees including Sam Champion, Maria had the opportunity to meet and Bailey (CEO of BSM Media, host of greet with great sponsors and enjoy Mom Talk Radio), Michelle Vincent complimentary gifting.

(Industry Manager for Facebook), But just as important as Kristin Castillo (VP of Strategy for snagging great swag is the ability to Trendera), Julia Furlan (Former be able to give back too (something at Supervising Producer at Buzzfeed), the heart of the Beaches organization.)

Amy Choi (Head of Brand Partnerships Influencers participated in an of ShopStyle), Julie Cole (co-founding extraordinary “school makeover” at VP of Mabel’s Labels), Cindy Goodman the Ianthe Pratt Primary School – (award-winning business journalist, home to 600 children ages five to social media maven and blogger at The eleven. Sponsored by the Sandals Work Life Balancing Act), Holly Homer Foundation and School Specialty, this (KidsActivities.com, Quirky Momma activity provided the opportunity to Facebook page), Brianne Manz paint the school’s existing playground (blogger, Stroller in the City), Dayvee and outdoor stage, along with a Sutton (Emmy-winning journalist for collection of inspirational murals. television and digital media), Myron Prior to travel, attendees also received Pincomb (Board Chairman, IBCCES) special backpacks encouraging them and Ella Peddy (17-year-old YouTuber to join Beaches Pack for a Good and DIY expert).

Cause campaign. They each filled

In addition to the conference, their backpacks with five pounds of outdoor-oriented activities – from desperately needed school supplies Cabana Chats, informative sessions and distributed them personally to the where attendees dive deep on industry- school children on site. Participation specific topics, and Interactive in this activity is always 100%, Experiences, where they participated which equates to 500 pounds of new in fun resort activities, that rounded educational supplies headed to the out the programming. From Oceanside island in October. yoga, TruFusion exclusive workouts Event partners included that keep power couples like A-Rod Drybar, Yummie, TruFusion, and J. Lo in shape, and curated parties SpinMaster, JetBlue, Rebecca including a special performance by Minkoff, Hollywood Records, Cable Hollywood Records’ artists In Real Life & Wireless, The Crafted Coconut, (IRL), the winners of ABC’s hit show, Swarovski, School Specialty, SNUBA, Boy Band, who recently wrapped their Twiddle, NuFACE, Gaiam, Red Lane first North American headline tour – Spa, FITKICKS, Dreampad, Desert guests enjoyed all that the resort has Sunglass of Scottsdale, Sprout Foods, to offer and more. Graced by 12 miles Sun Bum, Pevonia, Air Esscentials, of the world’s best beach on Grace Bay, Build-A-Bear Workshop, The House Beaches Turks & Caicos offers the of Perna, Sesame Workshop, Buddha ultimate Luxury Included® Vacation Shack, Instax, essie, Tuuci, Bling2o, with endless land and water sports, KooKooLoos, HeroBoys, Hapari, 8 5-Star Global Gourmet™ dining at up Greens, Coconut Float, The Bouqs to 21 restaurants, luxurious rooms & Co., U.R. Bath and Body, Lands’ End, suites, and exciting family-friendly The Red Lane Spa, Island Routes, the activities including Sesame Street® International Board of Credentialing stage shows and the Caribbean’s most and Continuing Education Standards thrilling waterpark.

(IBCCES), and The Sandals

Also new to this year’s Foundation. For more information on conference, a selection of fun pop ups “Social Media on the Sand,” please visit including the “Just Chill” Registration socialmediaonthesand.com. and the Beaches Swag Bungalow.

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It is okay if you failed, as long as you try again.

Use your failures as opportunities for your next adventure

By Drexwell Seymour

Society places a lot negative stigma on individuals that have failed in businesses, individuals that were terminated from their jobs and individuals that dropped out of college.

In fact, the negative connotation remains with them for a very long time which can have a detrimental impact on them and they end up giving up on trying new ventures. On the other hand, individuals can use these negative stigmas as drivers to push them ahead and start all over again into another business opportunity. Which category are you in?

Never stop pursuing your passion even when you encounter failures.Try over and over again until it becomes a success even if it means trying it a different way. Believe in what you are doing and be confident that what you are pursuing is what you want to do and not want others want you to do.

Always remember that some of the most successful business people in the world today did not have success initially. They made many attempts and failed at them but in the end, they became very successful. Learn from your failures in life and use them as opportunities to embark on successful projects in the future.

Failed business

There is a politician on the opposition team who lost one of his major businesses in the hospitality industry.

He has been labelled as failure by some critics and some even stated that he should not be given a ministerial position. Likewise, there is a politician on the government team who also faced some business failures and he too was labelled as unstable and cannot handle money.

Quite frankly, I admired these two politicians who took the bold step to become entrepreneurs. It is really easy to criticize someone for a failed business especially by persons who never had a business or took the risk to start one.

The fact that someone starts a business in itself is a great initiative. We need more entrepreneurs. There is no guarantee you will be successful when you start a business. I would rather recruit someone who failed then to recruit someone that does not have any experience.

Termination from job

As harsh as they may sound, sometimes it takes termination from a job to allow you to focus on your real

purpose. Many of us are on jobs we do not How to try again? enjoy.

If we are terminated, we may be •Do an analysis of why you failed and force to search for our true purpose and in do not make the same mistakes twice. the end become very successful. We can •Ensure that you are passionate conclude then that there are advantages about what you are doing. If you of losing a job. If you are not terminated, have passion, you will not give up. you may never leave and become very You will be successful. comfortable with your salary and of •Do not listen to the naysayers. course be very unhappy.

Thomas Edison was referred to as

Based on research, Steve Jobs dumb when he was a child. He failed was fired from Apple. However, that did many times but he invented the light not stop him and sohe formed another bulb. company called NEXT which was later •Tell your story about why you fail purchased by Apple. Steve joined the and perhaps even make money from Apple company again and became the it so people can learn. You can use CEO and is accredited for the success of the money to start a business again.

Apple today. Steve noted the following •Do a lot of research. Understand when he was fired. your business.

“I didn’t see it then, but it turned •Be Aggressive. Take risks and be out that getting fired from Apple was innovative. the best thing that could have ever •If you have land, do not use your happened to me. The heaviness of being entire land for your project, subdivide successful was replaced by the lightness a part of it and keep it in the event of being a beginner again, less sure about you fail.

Drexwell Seymour everything. It freed me to enter one of •Don’t rush too big. Start small and the most creative periods of my life.” then gradually become big. associated with individuals that failed •Find a partner but make sure you are in business or were terminated from College drop out the majority shareholder and make their jobs. These individuals have more sure you understand your business. experience than many of you who never

While I encourage everyone •Do not give up. had a business. to go to college or a technical school to •Ensure that you have a realistic and Therefore, they can learn from obtain the knowledge and qualifications measurable business plan. these failures and start again until they to become better employees or employers, •Try to build up your personal become a success story. I encourage however, if someone drops out of college, finances. This means you may have society to stop labelling individuals as it is not the end of the world. I caution to go back and work for someone failures. Too many of us are comfortable you not to just stay out of college and not until you are able to be in a better working for someone else. Start your do anything. Do something. Once you financial position. own business and see the challenges you pursue your passion, your passion will have the face and of course the rewards make room for you to become prosperous. Conclusion you will gain. Failing at something is a

Steve Jobs dropped out of college I hope after reading this article learning experience. Just don’t quit. Keep at age 19 and became a millionaire at age that we remove the negative stigma trying.

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Bill Gates dropped out of Harvard University and develop Microsoft Mark Zuckerberg who founded Facebook Location: is Kew Town, Providenciales dropped out of Harvard University and is now the 5th wealthiest person.

Is looking for a strong energetic Store Helper

Big Mama Shop

Why failures take place?

Failure takes place because of several reasons such as follows: •People are not interested in what they are doing and so they have no passion.

•Individuals comingle business funds with personal funds.

•The industry is very competitive and the competition is underpricing its products and services •Not having the right team •Too many employees •Not studying or understanding your industry •No money •Family Emergencies

The Leeward Yacht Club & Marinaa premier Marina of TCI. Is looking for a

MARINA GENERAL MANAGER

The applicant must possess the following: •5-10years experience as a Marina General Manager/Assistant Manager •5-10years experience as a yacht Captain on a vessel greater than 65 feet •5 or moreyears experience as Harbour/Dock Master •At least 10 years of experience in maritime operations to include marina operations, yacht operations, and harbor/marina administrative services •Bachelor’s degree in Business/Management required - MBA degree desired •Intimately familiar with the laws and ordinances of marina operations for the Turks and Caicos Islands •Knowledgeable on all aspects of environmental controls to ensure marina meets environmental standards Salary for this position begins at $130,000.00 per annum and will commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Please Submit Detailed Application to: hr@wihl.com A copy should also be submitted to the TCI Labour Department.

Submissions to be no later than November 2nd 2018 Turks and Caicos Islanders need only apply.

The employee is required to perform the following duties and undertake the following responsibilities in a professional manner: •Clean and fix store on a daily basis •Assist with keeping track of selling goods •Unpack merchandises and arrange goods on their respective shelves •Able to work long hours when required •Able to lift up to 60lb •Physically fit Must be willing to work day or night 6 days a week including public holidays Compensation is $6.25 per hour This position is currently held by a work permit holder Applicants who are Turks & Caicos islander should also send copies of their application to the Immigration Board and contact Travis Adderley at 649-342-6298 for an interview.

NOTICE OF SALE BY PUBLIC AUCTION The Dew Group (TCI) Ltd with their registered office located at Lex Corporate Services Ltd., P.O. Box 926, Suite A201 & A202 (upstairs), Regent Village East, Grace Bay, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands, hereby gives notice of its intention to sell by Public Auction the following property pursuant to its power of sale as registered Chargee under the Registered Land Ordinance of the Turks and Caicos Islands CAP 9.01: Parcel 60503/92, Blue Hills & Stamers Run, Providenciales.

The Property comprises of four main residential structures and a storage building: •One part two storey block with 8# 1 bed apartments and 1# 2 bed apartments; •One two storey block with 6# 1 bed apartments; •One single storey block (timber framed) with 10# studio rooms; •One single storey building with 2# studio rooms; and •One storage building.

Registered Proprietor: Albert Livingston Smith Jr. The auction will be held at the offices of Karam & Missick Attorneys, A 203-204, Regent Village, Grace Bay, Providenciales, at 10 o’clock in the morning on Friday the 2nd day of November, 2018. A reserve price will be fixed on the Property. A deposit of 10% is due immediately upon all accepted bids. Terms and Conditions of Sale by Auction are available by request from The Dew Group (TCI) Ltd (649) 9415082.

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Come and join our winning team at Seven Star Resort & Spa The following positions are currently available RESORT MANAGER As the Resort Manager, you would be responsible for managing daily hotel operations and providing overall leadership in the hotel’s continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial profitability. Specifically, you would be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards: RESPONSIBILITIES: •Lead, direct and manage all hotel operations including, but not limited to leading service initiatives, implementing and complying with all company policies and standards, leading and developing the management team, responding to guests inquiries and resolving concerns and hotel-wide meeting participation and facilitation.

•Ensure guest and team member satisfaction •Monitor and develop team member performance, particularly the department heads, to include, but not limited to, providing supervision and professional development, scheduling, conducting counseling and evaluations and delivering recognition and reward •Direct report for the Front Office Department which includes Front Desk, Concierge, Duty Managers and the Bellman •Director report for Housekeeping and Recreation Department •Oversee service quality, operational efficiency, guest satisfaction, standards compliance and service and financial measurements •Identify operational performance, productivity and efficiency gaps and implement measures to correct those deficiencies •Develops deployment strategies to market property in order to continue to grow market share.

•Supports the sales strategy by encouraging effective revenue management practices.

•Identifies key drivers of business success.

•Reviews sales goals and strategies to ensure alignment with positioning and pricing •Ensures sales and revenue engines are leveraged to drive RevPAR improvement year over year.

•Communicates a clear and consistent message regarding property goals to produce desired results.

•Provides strategic direction and direct support to ensure the success of the Front Office and Recreation Team.

•Ensures accurate revenue, expense and labor forecasts and execution •Creates appropriate development plans based on individual strengths, development needs, career aspirations and abilities.

•Responsible for developing and managing the resorts overall budget.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES •7+ years in hotel and resort management in a five star resort •Strong leadership skills •Excellent communications skills •7+ years of P&L, budgetand revenue responsibilities •The ideal candidate must be seasoned and highly intelligent hotel professional with outstanding, management skills and extensive hands-on experience.

Available to work when needed, including weekends, holidays, and nights. Will be on call 24hrs a day.

Salary USD85,000 to USD100,000 per annum (Salary is negotiable and based on level, experience and qualifications). Position held by a work permit holder Inventory Controller The Inventory controller performs any combination of the following tasks to compile records concerned with ordering, receiving, storing, issuing, and shipping materials, supplies, and equipment: Compiles data from sources, such as contracts, purchase orders, invoices, requisitions, and accounting reports and writes, types, or enters information into computer to maintain inventory, purchasing, shipping, or other records.

Duties and requirements: •Keeps back order file in established sequence and releases back orders for issue or shipment as stock becomes available.

•Compiles stock control records and information, such as consumption rate, characteristics of items in storage, and current market conditions, to EFG determine stock supply and need for replenishment.

•Knowledge of Excel is essential and basic accounting skills.

•Ability to handle heavy lifting.

•Prepares requisitions, orders, or other documents for purchasing or requisitioning new or additional stock items.

•Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned not listed in this job description.

•5 to 10 years Hotel Inventory Control experience.

Salary range: USD14,400 to $16,800 per annum and is based on experience and qualification. Position currently held by a work permit holder.

Head Sommelier We are seeking an experienced Head Sommelier with 5 years + in the five star service industry and at least 3 years’ experience in wine service. The Sommelier position is responsible for the development and management of theA’la Carte Wine Program.

The successful candidate must have a great personality and be able to communicate guests that mightshare different levels of wine knowledge, and must be able to promote and grow the Wine Program: •Responsible for ordering, receiving, inventory, organizing and selling wine for all departments •Oversee all wine purchases and cost management •Assist guests during the dinner service with wine recommendations and selection for perfect pairing with their dinner, decanting of the wine and wine service •Develop a training program for all Team Members to improve their knowledge of wine tasting and wine service Train Team Members throughout the F&B Department in order to maximize their understanding of winespecific to their departments and proper service techniques including glassware, pour levels,storage, beverage pairings and the ability to understand guest preferences •Ensure that all wine is served in proper glassware and in proper condition

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•Maintain all beverage lists to be accurate, up to date and free of errors •Maintain all Wine inventory, updated and reconciled with physical inventory •Promote all wine events •Responsible for developing an annual budget for the A’la Carte wine sales for each fiscal year Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: •Must be passionate about wine •Must possess superior people skills •The ability to determine wine faults and maintain proper temperatures in order to showcaseproducts at their maximum potential •A strong knowledge of food and beverage pairings.

•Solid understanding of pricing, budgets and cost controls.

•Operation and programming knowledge of a point of sales system.

•TABC certified.

•Excellent oral and written communication skills •Strong computer skills •Level 2 Sommelier Certification •3 or more years’ experience in a similar role in a five star fine dining restaurant, hotel or resort Salary USD60,000 per annum (Salary is negotiable and based on level, experience and qualifications). Position held by a work permit holder Carpenter Candidate will be responsible for furniture repairs and rebuilds various objects in wood, cardboard, PVC, etc. Assemble, disassemble and repair hydraulic locking arms, locks, boards, doors, furniture, wooden shelves. Prepare special carving and woodwork on a daily bases for room refurbishment.

Requirements: •At least 5 years of related work experience •Must understand detailed architectural drawings, schematics, shop drawings and blue prints.

•Must have experience operating equipment such as saws, routers, drills and sanders •Must have basic mathematical skills •Ability to train handyman •Ability to determine measurements and attention to detail •Physical ability to lift up to 100lbs, walk, jump and bend Wages: USD6.25 to USD$7.60 per hour.

Asst. Restaurant Manager: The successful candidate main responsibility will be to assist the Restaurant Manager inmanaging the entire restaurant and the staff in the restaurant and ensures all daily duties are done in order to serve our guests efficiently and professionally •Oversee the implementation of service and brand standards in the restaurant •Ensure all staff is trained on the company standards and acts in compliance to the standards •Monitor food & beverage cost in the restaurant and ensure minimum waste occurs •Monitor the POS system and ensure all transactions are properly recorded and settled according to company rules •Ensure daily opening and closing procedures are performed according to standards •Assist with training, developing and motivating staff •Replenish supplies and inventory in a timely and efficient manner, minimizing waste and controlling cost •Ensure that the restaurant and all restaurant equipment is in proper operational condition and is cleaned on a regular basis •Ensure the restaurant is in compliance with the current health and safety standards at all times •Directly responsible for meeting financial, service and guest satisfaction targets for assigned outlet Skills and Qualifications: •Previous five star restaurant management / supervision •Previous experience working with multi-cultural/multi-ethnic groups •Minimum of 2-3 years’ experience •Ability to build, train and maintain teams Salary range: USD42,000 per annum.

Security Supervisor The areas of responsibility for this position includes supervising the protection and safety of property assets, employees, guests, accident and fire prevention and response. The ideal candidate must exemplify excellent customer service and create a positive atmosphere for guests and employees and be available to work a rotating and flexible schedule.

Duties and Requirements: •A minimum of 7+ years supervisory experience •Able to work flexible hours, holidays and weekends.

•Willing to walk/run through dark bushy areas to carryout checks •Ability to train trained in security procedures and martial arts •First Aid training is preferable •Must be able to disarm persons without the use of weapons •Ability to communicate effectively •Physical ability to run, walk, jump and bend.

•Willing to work long Shifts (up to 14hrs) and split shift during the night •Willing to work in all weather conditions •Ability to respond to patron problems effectively Salary range: USD25,000 per annum and is based on experience and qualification.

Position currently held by a work permit holder.

OTHER POSITIONS: •Bar Supervisor •F&B Runner •Bartender •Waitress/Waiter ONLY CANDIDATES MEETING ABOVE REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS WILL BE CONTACTED Candidates should apply to Seven Stars Resort & Spa, Grace Bay Road, Providenciales via e-mail at hr@sevenstarsgracebay.com for consideration or should leave CV’s at the security building for the attention of HR. Prospective applicants who are Belongers kindly send copies of your application to the Immigration Board. Application deadline: October 30, 2018

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•Must be organized and detailed oriented.

•Guest Satisfaction (comment cards, website postings, in-person feedback) •Completion of work assignments (safely, timely, com-pletely, correctly) •Achievement of sales and/or cost control goals Salary range is $43,000.00 per annum and is based on previous experience and qualifications.

FOOD & BEVERAGE TRAINING MANAGER

IMMEDIATE OPENING STEWARD Areas of Responsibility: •Ensure the proper use of chemicals to clean designated items.

•Set up and organize work station with designated supplies and equipment, reporting any shortages.

•Assist the culinary and food and beverage staff as necessary.

•Properly handle all silver, china, and glassware and locate them in the assigned area.

•Ensure the proper breakdown of stations.

•Replenish soap and paper towels as needed.

•Sweep and mop floors.

•Assist with inventory as required.

•In addition, other duties as may be required as di-rected by your Manager.

•Ensure all surfaces in the Kitchens, including the floor areas and counters are clean.

Key Skills and Requirement: •Minimum 1 years’ experience in a hotel restaurant preferably in a luxury hotel.

•Accuracy and attention to detail.

•Able to communicate in English both written and spo-ken.

•Must have knowledge in HACCP standards and sani-tation.

•Able to stand for long periods of time.

•Able to carry/ lift up to 30kgs.

•Able to handle a fast-paced environment and be able to work under pressure.

•Must be organized and detailed oriented.

•Good knowledge of industrial dishwasher machine procedures.

•Previous experience in a janitorial or cleaning posi-tion.

•Demonstrated knowledge and experience with Food Safety Regulations.

Starting salary is $6.25 an hour not including service charge.

ASSISTANT RESTAURANTS MANAGER Assistant Restaurants Manager is responsible for ensur-ing successful operation of the outlet(s) and functions assigned, ensuring memorable, luxury dining experiences for all guests and maximization of revenue and profitability.

Areas of Responsibility: •Manage assigned outlet or function during shift to ensure operation is in accordance with standards, en-suring all employee performance meets standard with all duties completed properly and on timely basis.

•Ensure all opening and closing checklists for out-let/function are completed correctly and on time.

•Maintain positive personal presence with body lan-guage and demeanor, complying with all hotel and department grooming and dress code standards.

•Monitor employee performance and provide feedback and coaching.

•Ensure all charge and cash handling policies and pro-cedures are followed at all times and that cash floats are properly maintained and secured during and after shift.

•Ensure staff is well trained, knowledgeable and con-versant with all menus.

•“Touch” each table during shift and use knowledge of guest and name to ensure a high level of guest recogni-tion and personalized service.

•Assist in conducting physical inventories of all linens, china, beverages and other supplies.

•Ensure accurate recordkeeping as required and track daily sales.

•Establish and maintain departmental communica-tion, maintaining Daily Log Book for shift; keep man-ager fully informed on a timely basis of any problems or need for action.

•Maintain controls of inventory and keys.

•Attend all daily briefings, meetings and training as required.

•In addition, other duties as may be requested or re-quired by department or another manager.

Key Skills and Requirement: •Minimum 3 years’ experience in a hotel restaurant preferably in a luxury hotel.

•Accuracy and attention to detail.

•Excellent communication skills, both written and spoken.

•Able to stand for long periods of time.

•Able to carry up to 20kgs.

•Must have excellent mathematic skills.

•Able to handle a fast-paced environment and be able to work under pressure.

The primary function of the F&B Training Manager is to train and educate the F&B Department on F&B proce-dures, standards and behaviors. The Training Manager will also be involved in recruitment, the creation and update of training material, Job Task Check lists and Standard Operating Procedures. The Training Manager will work closely with the Director of Food and Beverage and Human Resources on the F&B succession planning of the F&B Department.

Roles and Responsibilities: •Reporting to the Director of Food & Beverage, respon-sibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following: •Consistently offers professional, engaging and friend-ly service •Together with Food and Beverage ‘Divisional Opera-tions Team’ create, organize and facilitate F&B specif-ic Managers Training for all existing and arriving Managers within the F&B Department.

•Identify training needs or gaps and implement solu-tions to maximize results to positively impact the Food & Beverage department’s productivity and per-formance •Manage annual F&B training budget and submit accu-rate records of monthly, quarterly and annual training activities and charges •Facilitate and/or support Corporate learning pro-grams, including: Service Culture, SOS, etc., serving as a positive ambassador for The Hartling Group mission and values •Working with all F&B managers to develop and exe-cute a uniform onboarding process for all new col-leagues to the division •Provide Leadership support for the successful comple-tion of performance reviews. Run reports on all out-standing performance reviews •Work closely with the Human Resources to identify and partner with external organizations that can sup-port the Hotel’s Learning strategy •Conduct various F&B specific training courses for restaurants (i.e.

Suggestive Selling, Product Training, Service Polish, Service Standards, Point of Sale/Cash Handling and Remittance training to ensure financial accuracy within food and beverage outlets).

•Ensure compliance with all safety regulations of as-signed tasks, and ensure a clean and safe working en-vironment with active participation in the hotel health and safety program •Assist with recruitment initiatives within the division as well as other miscellaneous duties as assigned Key Skills and Requirements: •Minimum of 10 years progressive Food and Beverage leadership experience role in a large luxury hotel •Previous experience training design and facilitation is required •Experience within a Learning & Development initia-tive •Experience of working within high end hospitality business •An experienced hospitality trainer •Ambitious and highly self-motivated •Strong presentation skills and understand adult learn-ing techniques to deliver effective training programs.

•This position requires a collaborative, engaging, fo-cused individual who understands the business needs and can translate this knowledge into highly effective training and development programs •Passionate, energetic, creative, self-motivated indi-vidual with a high degree of professionalism •Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communica-tion skills with demonstrated confidence presenting to colleagues and management •Must possess solid guest service, communication and presentation skills •Must possess strong organizational and administra-tive skills and the ability to work with minimal su-pervision and direction.

Salary starting at $33,000.00 per annum not including service charge.

GROUNDSMAN Roles and Responsibilities: •General laborer duties as assigned by the supervisor or manager.

•Willingness to work varying schedules, weekends and holidays.

•Take on special landscaping or planting projects as deemed necessary by the Landscaping manager.

•Mow the lawns, prune the bushes and trees, edges the walkways and give the grounds a manicured look •Operate equipment to keep all of the walkways and buildings entrances cleared and safe •Collaborate with maintenance team to make sure the grounds and the building are always properly cared for daily operations. *POSITIONS MARKED WITH (*) ARE CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER. Interested applicants should apply to The Shore Club,Human Resources Department, Monday through Friday, and bring along an updated resume, or by emailing your resume Attention Danitra Clare or Sheena Smith, Asst. Human Resources Managersatcareers@theshoreclubtc.comno later than end of day Friday, November 9th 2018.Resumes can also be submitted to the Labor Department directly. The Shore Club HR Office can be contacted at (649) 339-8000

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The Butler’s primary goal is to create an am-biance of superior luxury by anticipating each individual guest’s needs. This is accomplished through moments of surprise and delight that our guest would never have ex-perienced before. Also ensure guest familiarities to fre-quent guests visiting the hotel.

Roles and Responsibilities:

IMMEDIATE OPENING Key Skills and Responsibilities: •Lifting, pushing, pulling and carrying up to 60 lbs. in-clude small equipment up to 65% of the time.

•Balancing, stooping kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching and handling throughout the shift.

•Mobility -full range of mobility and the ability to travel up to 300 feet on a regular basis throughout the shift.

Salary $6.25 an hour not including service charge.

HOUSEMAN Duties and Requirements: •Ability to work with heavy cleaning machinery.

•Must be able and willing to work all days and shifts •Ensuring that standards of cleanliness and organiza-tion are met at all times in assigned areas.

•Responsibility for care and maintenance of all equip-ment and machinery •Restock linens and amenities on carts •Run needed items to guest floors •Assist housekeepers as required Starting salary $6.25 not including service charge LABOURER Role and Responsibilities: •General laborer duties as assigned by the supervisor or manager.

•Willingness to work varying schedules, split shifts, nights, weekends and holidays.

Salary $6.25 an hour not including service charge.

VILLA CHEF Under the general guidance of the Executive Sous Chef, you will be responsible in ensuring the smooth operations of the Villa Kitchen. Further, you have to ensure that your guests will have an amazing experience all throughout their stay whilst maximizing revenue.

Areas of Responsibility: •Ensure mis-en-place is set for all stations of outlet kitchen.

•Ability to read recipes, check food presentations and displays with precision.

•Check the quality of the product to ensure the standards for food service are maintained.

•Show precision cuts and knife use.

•Demonstrate ability to cook meat, fish and vegetables with the correct method and temperature.

•Create daily menus for villa, suite with guidance and approval from Executive Sous Chef or Executive Chef.

•Ensure the correct rotation and storage of products for quality selection.

•Ensure the Kitchen is kept clean and sanitary.

•Follow directions from the Executive Sous Chef or Ex-ecutive Chef with accuracy.

•Communicate any defects in kitchen equipment to the Executive Sous Chef.

•In addition, other duties as may be required as directed by your Manager.

•Able to work alone unsupervised Key Skills and Requirements: •Minimum 5 years’ experience in a hotel restaurant pref-erably in a luxury hotel.

•Accuracy and attention to detail.

•Excellent set up skills •Excellent communication skills, both written and spo-ken.

•Supervisory Skills.

•Must have skills in mathematics.

•Able to stand for long periods of time.

•Able to carry up to 20kgs.

•Able to handle a fast-paced environment and be able to work under pressure.

•Must be organized and detailed oriented.

Salary starting at $25,000.00 per annum not including service charge.

HEAD BUTLER The butler will provide the highest of penthouse service to our guests.

•Minimum of 5years’ experience in food and beverage finedining as a personal Butler •Must possess excellent communication skills, both ver-bal and written •Strong knowledge of a variety of cuisines and wines/beverages •Must possess local knowledge in order to respond to all inquiries from guest, such as restaurants information •Must possess basic computational ability •Must possess basic computer skills •Must be able to follow through all the guest requests and communicate them to the appropriate departments and management in an efficient manner •Must be have attention to details second to none ability, superior interpersonal skills and desire to provide ex-ceptional service to our guest •Must be able to stand and exert well-paced mobility for up to 8 hours in length •Must be able to exert well-paced, ability to reach other departments and locations in a timely manner •Must be able to exert well-paced ability in limited space •Must be able to bend, stoop, squat and stretch to fulfill cleaning tasks.

•Must be able to bend and squat and lift up to 25 lbs •Must be able to push and pull equipment weighing up to 75 lbs •Requires grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions.

Bending, climbing, listening and hearing ability and visual acuity.

•Requires manual dexterity to use and operate all neces-sary equipment •Must be able and willing to work all days and shifts Starting salary at $25,168.00 per annum not including service charge.

BUTLER TRAINER The Butler Trainer will provide the highest of penthouse service to our guests, and their primary goal is to ensure all Butlers are trained in line with core standards within the Shore Club. They’re ultimate goal is to ensure Butlers create an ambiance of superior luxury by anticipating each individual guest’s needs... This is accomplished through moments of surprise and delight that our guest would never have experienced before. Also ensure guest familiarities to frequent guests visiting the hotel.

Roles & Responsibilities: •Minimum of 5 years’ experience in food and beverage fine dining as a personal Butler/Butler Trainer •Must possess excellent communication skills, both ver-bal and written •Strong knowledge of a variety of cuisines and wines/beverages •Develop, implement, coordinate and present butler and personal concierges training programs in accordance with Shore Club standards and requirements •Analyze current training needs for Front Office staff inclusive of Butlers whilst ensuring recommendations are made and all areas of improvement are adhered to •Track, audit and maintain individual training records for all staff at Front Office •Conduct regular meetings with Front Office and Hotel Manager regarding training progress for staff •Must possess basic computational ability •Must possess basic computer skills •Must be able to follow through all the guest requests and communicate them to the appropriate departments and management in an efficient manner •Must have attention to details second to none ability, superior interpersonal skills and desire to provide ex-ceptional service to our guest •Must be able to stand and exert well-paced mobility for up to 8 hours in length •Must be able to exert well-paced, ability to reach other departments and locations in a timely manner •Must be able to exert well-paced ability in limited space •Must be able to bend, stoop, squat and stretch to fulfill cleaning tasks.

•Must be able to bend and squat and lift up to 25 lbs •Must be able to push and pull equipment weighing up to 75 lbs •Requires grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions.

Bending, climbing, listening and hearing ability and visual acuity.

•Requires manual dexterity to use and operate all neces-sary equipment •Must be able and willing to work all days and shifts Starting salary $27,500 per annum not including service charge.

*POSITIONS MARKED WITH (*) ARE CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER. Interested applicants should apply to The Shore Club,Human Resources Department, Monday through Friday, and bring along an updated resume, or by emailing your resume Attention Danitra Clare or Sheena Smith, Asst. Human Resources Managersatcareers@theshoreclubtc.comno later than end of day Friday, November 9th 2018.Resumes can also be submitted to the Labor Department directly. The Shore Club HR Office can be contacted at (649) 339-8000

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LOCAL NEWS

Turks & Caicos Islands Tourist Board Wins Ultimate Partner Award

Turks & Caicos Islands Tourist Board team members celebrate the addition of another award to its growing list of accolades.

The Turks & Caicos Islands Tourist Board has once more solidified itself as the foremost tourism authority in the destination, having recently received the honor of being awarded Island Destination’s 2019 Ultimate Partner.

The Turks & Caicos Islands Tourist Board is acknowledged within the international travel and tourism sector as the country’s official destination marketing agency. The Tourist Board’s promotional efforts are continuously recognized as evidenced by the 2018 World Travel Award nomination for Caribbean’s Leading Tourist Board.

This newest accomplishment,

was achieved as a result of the development of key industry alliances and the comprehensive marketing strategy employed by the Turks & Caicos Islands Tourist Board to market and position the destination in luxury markets. Island Destinations is recognized as a world leader in luxury vacation travel. The company is a preferred supplier to the renowned Virtuoso, Signature, Affluent Traveler and Travel Leaders Networks.

Laurie Palumbo, Chief Operating Officer at Island Destinations said, “We’re thrilled this year to present our Ultimate Partner Award to the Turks and Caicos Tourist Board! This destination partner

Pamela Ewing, Regional Marketing Manager of the Turks and Caicos Islands Tourist Board accepts Island Destination’s Ultimate Partner Award accompanied by hotel and tourism industry partners

continuously goes above and beyond for Island Destinations with their support in educating advisors and engaging in marketing opportunities to drive business. With their help, in June 2018 we brought our entire team to the island to experience the destination in depth and enhance their expertise on the luxury hotels and villas.”

The Ultimate Partner award winner was declared on October 11, 2018 at the ID Travel Group Travelers Collection brochure launch event at the St. Regis Hotel in New York. The award was presented by Maurice Bonham-Carter, owner of Island Destinations to Pamela Ewing,

Regional Marketing Manager of the Turks and Caicos Islands Tourist Board.

Ramon Andrews, Director of Tourism stated, “The Turks & Caicos Islands Tourist Board team is elated to be awarded Island Destination’s 2019 Ultimate Partner and be recognized for our persistence in fulfilling our mandate. We are proud of our efforts to market the Turks and Caicos Islands as the premier luxury Caribbean destination. This could only be achieved with the assistance of our industry partners. This endorsement, by our valued partner Islands Destinations, further emboldens our commitment to excellence”.

Pamela Ewing, Regional Marketing Manager of the Turks and Caicos Islands Tourist Board accepts Island Destination’s Ultimate Partner Award from Maurice Bonham-Carter, owner of Island Destinations and Laurie Palumbo, Chief Operating Officer at Island Destinations

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LOCAL NEWS

TCI Hospital Celebrates International Medical Device Reprocessing Week

Students from the Clement Howell High School were granted behind-the-scenes access to the Medical Device Reprocessing Department at the Turks and Caicos Islands Hospital to raise awareness of careers within the field.

The special tour was held in observance of International Medical Device Reprocessing Week

celebrated on October 14th – 20th, 2018. Other initiatives held during the week included an information booth display and a special continuing medical education (CME) session for health care providers.

This year’s theme is “Instrumental to health care, Instrumental to you.”

Medical Device Reprocessing is critical to the delivery of health

FOR

care as surgeries and other medical procedures cannot be performed without safe and sterile medical instruments. A team of specialist technicians at TCI Hospital are responsible for the decontamination, packaging and sterilization of thousands of reusable instrument sets every month.

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Grand Turk R-NETS consultation meeting, Thursday, October 4.

PARTICIPATE IN THE RESILIENT NATIONAL ENERGY TRANSITION STRATEGY (R-NETS) CONSULTATION The Turks and Caicos Government (TCIG), FortisTCI Limited and the independent energy expert, Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI), have begun a process to develop a Resilient National Energy Transition Strategy (R-NETS) for the Turks and Caicos Islands (TCI).

This follows the signing of a working agreement to draft the TCI Resilient National Energy Transition Strategy by the three parties on Thursday, September 13, 2018.

The R-NETS process seeks to improve the resilience, cost-effectiveness, environmental sustainability and quality of energy in the TCI and ensure prudent long-term investments in the sector to benefit all stakeholders.

As part of this process, TCIG, FortisTCI and RMI hosted two public consultation meetings on Wednesday, October 3 (Providenciales) and Thursday, October 4 (Grand Turk).

YOU CAN STILL PARTICIPATE IN THE R-NETS PUBLIC CONSULTATION PROCESS There is additional opportunity for all members of the public to participate.

Send in your questions and comments to: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/dlxr35k DEADLINE APPROACHING. FINAL SUBMISSIONS ARE DUE NOVEMBER 1, 2018.

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Providenciales R-NETS consultation meeting, Wednesday, October 3.

ABOUT THE R-NETS PROCESS The R-NETS process has three phases: • Phase one identifies the traditional and renewable energy options available for TCI, along with current costs, projected future costs, and other risk factors.

• Phase two takes into account the technical and financial implications and seeks to identify the potential least-cost options further to meet the energy needs of the TCI • In Phase three, an R-NETS report and implementation plan will be developed. This report, or Integrated Resource Plan (IRP), details the technical and economic concerns of the chosen future path and any implications on customer rates, reliability, environmental sustainability and resiliency of the plan.

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WE CELEBRATE OUR HISTORY AND CULTURAL HERITAGE CHAMPIONS

FortisTCI Senior Vice President of Corporate Services & CFO Ruth Forbes with winners from HJ Robinson High School, left to right, Naethia Williams, Arissa Williams and Narisel Swan.

Ruth Forbes with winners from HJ Robinson High School, left to right, Naethia Williams, Arissa Williams and Narisel Swan.

The annual Turks & Caicos National Museum Foundation’s History and Cultural Heritage Quiz has provided an important educational opportunity for our students to understand and celebrate the rich cultural traditions of our islands, while inspiring them through friendly competition.

As lead sponsor of this event, FortisTCI applauds the organizers, participating schools, teachers and supporters for another stellar event, held on Thursday, October 4 at Brayton Hall.

FortisTCI Senior Vice President of Corporate Services & CFO Ruth Forbes with second place team, Raymond Gardiner High School. Pictured left to right are Brentania Smith, Britney Gardiner and Jerqual Smith

We heartily congratulate the winners!

First place: HJ Robinson High School Second place: Raymond Gardiner High School

2017 Winner

Allied Member of the Year

www.fortistci.com | 649-946-4313 | BCMS 681102

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ENTERTAINMENT

Diddy pledges $1 million to new Bronx charter school

NEW YORK — Sean “Diddy” Combs has pledged $1 million to a network of charter schools for a new location in the Bronx.

Capital Preparatory Schools has been approved to open the school in September with 160 6th- and 7th-graders.

The goal is to expand to 650 students in grades six through 11 over five years, according to an announcement Tuesday.

The music mogul and Harlem native is a longtime education advocate. He worked closely with Capital Prep founder Steve Perry to expand

the network that already has schools in Harlem and Bridgeport, Connecticut.

Diddy says he knows firsthand the importance of quality education.

“I came from the same environment these kids live in every day,” he said in a statement. “I understand the importance of access to a great education, and the critical role it plays in a child’s future. Our school provides historically disadvantaged students with the college and career skills needed to Sean Combs arrives at the LA Premiere of “The become responsible and engaged Four: Battle For Stardom” at the CBS Radford Studio Center in Los Angeles citizens for social justice.”

Megyn Kelly apologizes for suggesting blackface OK

NEW YORK — NBC’s far from being healed, have been Megyn Kelly swiftly apologized exacerbated in our politics over Tuesday for a morning show the past year. segment that questioned why

“This is a time for more dressing up in blackface for a understanding, love, sensitivity Halloween costume is wrong. and honor, and I want to be part

Following a social media of that,” she wrote. backlash, Kelly wrote in an email

Kelly’s transition from to NBC News colleagues that she Fox News to her own 9 a.m. hour realized such behavior is wrong, as part of the “Today” show has that the history of blackface in been anything but smooth, and culture is abhorrent.

Tuesday’s incident doesn’t help.

On her morning show,

She had an edge from the 47-year-old news host said the beginning of the offending that dressing up in blackface segment, where she discussed was OK when she was a kid as Halloween costumes with a long as you were impersonating Megyn Kelly on the set of her show, panel that included Jenna Bush a character. She questioned “Megyn Kelly Today” at NBC Studios in New Hager, Melissa Rivers and Jacob why it had been considered York Soboroff. racist when a character on “The same decade as Megyn Kelly “The costume police are Real Housewives of New York” and do not recall blackface being cracking down like never before,” darkened her skin for a Diana acceptable anywhere, anytime,” she said, ridiculing a college that Ross costume. tweeted Alex Wagner of CBS suggested wearing a cowboy

“I felt like, ‘Who doesn’t News. outfit was inadvisable. She love Diana Ross?’” she said.

In her email, Kelly said noted that one safe suggestion

On social media, several that she’d never been a “PC” was to go dressed as a letter of critics drew comparisons to person, “but I understand that the alphabet, and that she had Kelly’s insistence while at Fox we do need to be more sensitive in discussed that with her husband.

News Channel that Santa Claus this day and age. Particularly on “I’m going to go as ‘F’ and he’s was white. “I was born in the race and ethnicity issues which, going to go as ‘U,’ she said.

Tracy Chapman sues Nicki Minaj for copyright infringement

This combination photo shows Nicki Minaj at the Harper’s BAZAAR ‘Icons by Carine Roitfeld’ party in New York on Sept. 8, 2017, left, and Tracy Chapman at a benefit event on behalf of amfAR (American Foundation for AIDS Research) in New York on Jan. 31, 2007

Rapper Nicki Minaj is being sued for sampling a Tracy Chapman song without permission.

Chapman filed a copyright infringement lawsuit Monday in a Los Angeles federal court. The Grammy-winning singer says Minaj’s unreleased track “Sorry” incorporates the lyrics and vocal melody from her 1988 single “Baby Can I Hold You.”

The lawsuit states the “Fast Car” singer repeatedly denied multiple requests to sample her song for Minaj’s fourth album “Queen.”

Minaj’s representatives did not respond to emails seeking comment.

“Sorry” was not included on Minaj’s album but Chapman alleges the rapper gave it to a popular New York disc jockey who played the song on the radio and posted it to his social media accounts in August.

Chapman is suing for unspecified damages and wants to prevent Minaj from releasing “Sorry” commercially.

Netflix backs Sacred Games season 2 after probe

‘Crocodile hunter’ Steve Irwin’s family launch new show

LONDON - The family of late Australian conservationist and “Crocodile Hunter” Steve Irwin are following in his footsteps with a new television show dedicated to their wildlife conservation work.

“Crikey! It’s the Irwins” will follow Irwin’s wife Terri and their two children, Bindi and Robert, looking after animals at their Australia Zoo in Queensland as well as heading out on various expeditions.

Irwin, who was watched by audiences around the world in his popular television programs, died in 2006 after a stingray’s serrated barb pierced his heart while filming off Australia’s northern Great Barrier Reef.

“We are continuing on in dad’s footsteps and everything that we do today at Australia Zoo

The Netflix logo is seen on their office in Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, July 16, 2018 Terri, wife of the late Steve Irwin, her daughter Bindi and son Robert, pose together at the launch of their new family show on the Animal Planet television channel in London, Britain, September 26, 2018 and with our Wildlife Warriors work is exactly what he started,” Bindi Irwin said of the family’s conservation organization in an interview for Reuters.

“In the show we’ll have some amazing moments of reflecting on what he used to do, from feeding crocodiles to cuddling koalas. and then

you’ll see us doing the exact same things making sure that everything he loved the most carries on into the future.”

Bindi Irwin, who has previously had her own television show, will be seen working at the zoo’s wildlife hospital. Her brother said the family also takes trips abroad.

Netflix Inc will stick with the existing producers of its hit Indian show “Sacred Games” for a second season after conducting an independent investigation into allegations of sexual harassment, the company said on Tuesday.

In an email to Reuters, Netflix said it was standing by Vikramaditya Motwane and Anurag Kashyap, whose production house was behind the Mumbai-set thriller.

“We continue to collaborate with our production partners to ensure and maintain a safe and respectful working environment,” the company said in a statement.

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LIFESTYLE

US health chief says overdose deaths beginning to level off

WASHINGTON — The off. He ticked off statistics showing an number of U.S. drug overdose deaths increase in treatment with medications has begun to level off after years of such as buprenorphine and naltrexone. relentless increases driven by the There’s solid evidence backing opioid epidemic, health secretary Alex medication-assisted treatment, when Azar said Tuesday, cautioning it’s too used alongside counseling and ongoing soon to declare victory. support. He also noted much broader

“We are so far from the end of access to the overdose-reversing drug the epidemic, but we are perhaps, at naloxone, and a documented decline the end of the beginning,” Azar said at in the number of people misusing a health care event sponsored by the prescription opioids as doctors take Milken Institute think tank. greater care in prescribing.

Confronting the opioid Azar said that toward the end epidemic has been the rare issue of last year and through the beginning uniting Republicans and Democrats of this year, the number of deaths in a politically divided nation. A bill “has begun to plateau.” Azar was not providing major funding for treatment indicating that deaths are going down, was passed under former President but noting that they appear to be Barack Obama. More money followed rising at a slower rate than previously earlier this year under President seen.

Donald Trump. And on Wednesday Earlier this month, the CDC Trump is expected to sign bipartisan released figures — also preliminary legislation passed this month that — that appear to show a slowdown in increases access to treatment, among overdose deaths in late 2017 and the other steps. first three months of this year. From

More than 70,000 people died December to March, those figures show of drug overdoses last year, according that the pace of the increase over the to preliminary numbers released by previous 12 months has slowed from the Centers for Disease Control and 10 percent to 3 percent, according to Prevention this summer— a 10 percent the preliminary CDC figures. increase from 2016. Health and Despite the slowdown, the Human Services — the department nation is still in the midst of the Azar heads — is playing a central role deadliest drug overdose epidemic in in the government’s response. its history. Opioids were involved

In his speech Azar suggested in most of the deaths, killing nearly that multi-pronged efforts to bring 48,000 people last year. the epidemic under control are paying While prescription opioid and

Sandra Day O’Connor announces likely Alzheimer’s diagnosis

WASHINGTON — Sandra Day O’Connor, the first woman on the Supreme Court, announced Tuesday in a frank and personal letter that she has been diagnosed with “the beginning stages of dementia, probably Alzheimer’s disease.”

The 88-year-old’s letter was addressed to “Friends and fellow Americans.” And it was a farewell of sorts from a woman who was not only a trailblazer for women in the law but also for much of her quarter century on the high court a key vote on issues central to American life.

O’Connor said doctors diagnosed her some time ago and that as her condition has progressed she is “no longer able to participate in public life.” After her 2006 retirement from the high court O’Connor had appeared around the country championing an educational organization she founded and serving as a visiting appeals court judge, among other activities.

But she stopped speaking publicly more than two years ago.

“While the final chapter of my life with dementia may be trying, nothing has diminished my gratitude and deep appreciation for the countless blessings in my life,” she wrote. She added: “As a young cowgirl from the Arizona desert, I never could have imagined that one day I would become the first woman justice on the U.S. Supreme Court.”

O’Connor’s announcement of her diagnosis came a day after an Associated Press story in which her son Jay O’Connor said that his mother had begun to have challenges with her short term memory. The story noted that O’Connor had stopped making public appearances and recently turned over an office she had kept at the Supreme Court to newly retired Justice Anthony Kennedy. Jay O’Connor also said that hip issues have meant his mother now primarily uses a wheelchair and stays close to her home in Phoenix.

Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar heroin deaths appear to be leveling off, deaths involving fentanyl, cocaine and methamphetamines are on the rise.

Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid much more powerful than heroin, used as an additive in street drugs.

Advocates for people struggling with addiction said they don’t believe the crisis will be quickly or easily resolved. “Even if we are beginning to make a dent in opioid deaths, we still have a really significant problem in this country with addiction, and with the hopelessness and despair so many communities feel,” said Chuck Ingoglia, senior vice president at the National Council for Behavioral Health.

In President Barack Obama’s last year in office, his administration

secured a commitment to expand treatment and Congress provided $1 billion in grants to states. Trump declared the opioid epidemic a national emergency. Two major funding bills have passed under his watch. While Trump got headlines with his call for using the death penalty against major drug dealers, his administration has built on the treatment approach that Obama favored.

The Medicaid expansion in Obama’s Affordable Care Act has also played a critical role, paying for lowincome adults to go into treatment.

A recent Associated Press analysis showed that states that expanded Medicaid are spending their new opioid grant money from Congress more judiciously, going beyond basics like treatment for people in crisis.

Trump tried to repeal the Medicaid expansion, but failed.

Advocates for treatment say that they’re pleased that more and more addiction is considered a disease and not a sign of moral weakness. But they say the U.S. has a long way to go build what they call an “infrastructure of care,” a system that incorporates prevention, treatment and recovery.

In an interview with The Associated Press this summer, a CDC expert said the overdose death numbers appear to be shifting for the better, but it’s too soon to draw firm conclusions.

6 children dead, 12 sick in viral outbreak at New Jersey rehab center

A severe viral outbreak at a New Jersey rehabilitation center for “medically fragile children” has left six youngsters dead and 12 others sick, the state Health Department said Tuesday.

There have been 18 cases of adenovirus at the Wanaque Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation in Haskell, about 30 miles (50 kilometers) northwest of New York, the New Jersey Health Department said in a statement.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said in an email that it is providing technical assistance to the state.

In the past 10 years, cases of severe illness and death from the type of infection found at the facility have been reported in the United States, said CDC spokeswoman Kate Fowlie in an email, though it’s unclear how many deaths there have been.

The strain afflicting the children is usually associated with acute respiratory illness, according to the CDC, which on its website instructs health workers to report unusual clusters to state or local health departments.

The Health Department didn’t release the ages of the victims or address the severity of the illness in the other dozen cases.

A general look of the marquee outside the Wanaque Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation The six deaths happened this month, according to Health Department spokeswoman Donna Leusner.

The facility was instructed not to admit new patients until the outbreak ends, and the Health Department said the number of new cases appears to be decreasing.

Dr. William Schaffner, an infectious disease professor at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, said these kinds of fatalities are not common, but they’re known to happen.

“Here I think you have this kind of nasty combination of very fragile children and this particularly aggressive virus,” he said.

The strain in the New Jersey outbreak is No. 7 and is affecting “medically

fragile” children with severely compromised immune systems, according to the Health Department.

It has been associated with communal living and can be more severe.

A scientific paper cited by the CDC reported that a 1998 outbreak of type 7 adenovirus at a pediatric chronic-care facility in Chicago claimed the lives of eight patients. The 2001 paper said civilian outbreaks of the type 7 infection had not been frequently reported because of a lack of lab resources, and that the full impact on chronic-care facilities and hospitals is likely underestimated.

In New Jersey, a team was at the center Tuesday and Sunday and found “minor handwashing deficiencies,” the Health Department said.

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

Chukka is always looking for new talent to add to our dynamic team.

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

• Be well spoken in English.

• Possess excellent interpersonal & written communication skills.

• Trustworthy & Reliable disposition with a clean criminal record.

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

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

See below opportunities currently available in GRAND TURK: SALES AGENTS • Strategize capturing client interest for goods on sale and closing sale • Ensure stock is checked against sales each day • Advise Team Lead when stock is at par or about to fall below that re-order may take place.

• Ensure work space and immediate environs are kept clean, free of debris.

• Ensure stock shelves are organized • Participate in end of year stock audit exercise • Process and complete sales transactions • Complete end of day sales reconciliation reports and closing stock Minimum Requirements: • Minimum 1 year experience working with watersports equipment • Possess excellent written and oral communication • Must be punctual and have an excellent attendance track record • Lifeguard certification an asset • Must possess pleasant a hospitable personality • Flexibility as a team player • Ability to take initiative and work under pressure in a fast paced service environment Reports to: Location Manager Compensation package: • $6.25 per hour, paid fortnightly ADMNISTRATOR • Accurate filing and storage of company documents • Execute company errands • Assist team members with general enquiries • Maintain par of office stationary and advise team lead when stock is low • Manage the organization and distribution of staff uniforms Minimum Requirements: • Minimum 6 months experience in a similar role • Must be punctual and have an excellent attendance track record • Possess excellent written and oral communication • Must be familiar with Microsoft Office Suite • Must be very organized and efficient • Ability to take initiative on tasks • Must possess a valid drivers’ license. Being able to drive manual transmission an asset • Flexibility as a team player Reports to: General Manager Compensation package: • $6.25 per hour, paid fortnightly LIFEGUARD/BOAT CREW • Good verbal and written communication skills • Ability to work under pressure • Ability to use initiative • Provide clients with accurate tour information • Ensure clients adhere to safety guidelines • Efficiently dispatch clients as per the tour in which one is a part of • Work with other crew members to ensure sanitation of vessel is maintained • Work with other team members to ensure the vessel is adequately prepared for tour execution Minimum Requirements: • Have a minimum of 3 years experience working on boats as a lifeguard or boat crew • Have training or certificate in Lifeguard/CPR • Enjoy marine environment and have a passion for people • Must be punctual and have an excellent attendance track record • Flexibility as a team player Reports to: Boat Captain/Team Lead Compensation package: • $6.25 per hour, paid fortnightly PHOTOGRAPHERS • Strategically capture still shots of clients during tour • Encourage clients to purchase their captured memories

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• Assist clients with choosing the best photographs for purchase • Process and complete sales transactions • Complete end of day reports Minimum Requirements • Have some experience working within a customer service or sales environment • Fair understanding of how to use a computer and computer applications • Must be punctual and have an excellent attendance track record • Flexibility as a team player • Willing to work outdoors • Posses an outgoing and pleasant personality • Training and equipment provided Reports to: Senior Photography Supervisor Compensation package: • $6.25 per hour, paid fortnightly BARTENDERS • Prepare and sell menu item beverages in a fun and creative way • Set up and break down bar service area with all necessary equipment, bar beverages • Maintain cleanliness of work station an immediate environs at all times • Complete end of day sales reconciliation reports and closing stock • Advise Food and Beverage Manager in a timely manner of items that are at par or just below par for reorder • Participate in end of year stock audit exercise • Minimum Requirements • Minimum 6 months experience in a similar role • Certification in Mixology a plus!

• Possess excellent written and oral communication • Must be punctual and have an excellent attendance track record • Flexibility as a team player • Willing to work outdoors • Posses an outgoing and pleasant personality Reports to: Food and Beverage Manager Compensation package: • $6.25 per hour, paid fortnightly EVENT and ENTERTAINMENT COORDINATOR • Engage crowds of people to participate in scheduled activities • Create activity schedules as per client demographic • Make announcements • Liaise with Restaurant and bar in advertising specials on any given day • Liaise with Purchasing Dept in obtaining props needed to execute scheduled activities • Assist in other areas that may become busier • Maintain music tracks throughout the day, keeping clients entertained and the environment lively Minimum Requirements • Minimum 1 year experience in a similar role • Understanding and ability to operate an entertainment system • Must possess an outgoing and energetic personality • Not shy over a microphone and must be able to project oneself clearly across same • Flexibility as a team player • Willing to work outdoors • Must be punctual and have an excellent attendance track record Reports to: Location Manager Compensation package: • $7.50 per hour, paid fortnightly DRIVER •Safely transfer clients and guides from tour points to base in a timely manner.

•Ensure that safety procedures are adhered to by all during transfer such as wearing seatbelts.

•Report all accidents and incidents to the Operations Manager. Ensure that accurate accident reports are completed. Observe and abide by all road rules to ensure safety at all times.

• Assist with the pick-up and drop off of supplies.

• On tour site, conduct orientation with clients with tour facts.

• Assist in tour areas between client transfers • Abide by local speed limits Minimum Requirements: • Have a minimum of 2 years as a driver.

• Must possess pleasant and hospitable personality • Flexibility as a team player • Ability to take initiative and work under pressure.

• Certificate in Defensive Driving an asset • Must be punctual and have an excellent attendance track record • Must possess Public Passenger license Reports to: Operations Manager Compensation package: • $7.00 per hour, paid fortnightly Turks and Caicos Islanders applications will be given preference Deadline for submissions is November 5, 2018 Applications along with CVs/ Resume’ may be submitted via Email to: gtadmin@chukka.com, please place the desired position in the subject line or deliver to the below address: CHUKKA HUMAN RESOURCES CHUKKA CARIBBEAN ADVENTURES (TCI) LTD South Base Lyndon Gardiner Boulevard Grand Turk, TCI

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DOO DOO RIB CAGE NEEDS A BAR MAID IN Grand Turk Duties include preparing alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverages for bar and patrons.

Interacting with customers, taking orders and serving drinks.

Must be able to work 5 days per week Salary $6.25 per hour Please Contact 241-4747 This position is currently held by a Work Permit Holder Applicants who are Turks and Caicos Islanders should also send copies of their applications to the Labour Board

Cougar Holdings LTD. 45 Universal Road Provo Industrial Park Are seeking 1 Onsite Cleaner Duties Include maintaining cleanliness of site Garbage Collection Salary $6.50 per hour 8 days per hour Must be able to work 6 days per hour This is a new position Applicants who are Turks and Caicos Islands should also send copies of their application to the Immigration Board and kindly email centralstoragetci@gmail.com

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In Grand Turk Is looking for a Carpenter Duties include installing structures and fixtures, such as windows and molding. Measure, cut, or shape wood, plastic, and other materials Interested person needs to be able to work long hours and weekends Salary $8.00 per hour Please Contact Slyvester Barton at phone number (649) 341-0483 This position is a new position Applicants who are Turks & Caicos islander should also send copies of their application to the Immigration Board

In Grand Turk Seeking a Domestic Worker Must be able to read and write English, honest and trustworthy Duties: General Cleaning Salary $6:50 per hour This positions is currently held by a Work Permit Holder Please Contact- 946-2475 Applicants who are Turks and Caicos Islanders should also send copies of their application to the Labour Board

Is seeking an Electrical Supervisor Salary $10.00/hour Must be able to work 6 days per week -Holiday and Weekend Must be Hardworking and reliable and have at least 10 years experience Duties includes supervising a five men team and insuring that the electrical safety rules are followed This position being advertised is a new position.

Interested TC Islanders may remit applications directly to the Board of Employment Contact during Office Hours 946 7437 or Email CV& Ref to ncc@tciway.tc

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John Malcolm

CARPENTER WANTED In Grand Turk Duties include installing structures and fixtures, such as windows and molding.

Measure, cut, or shape wood, plastic, and other materials Salary $12.00 per hour Must be able to work 5 days per week Please Contact 231-0431 This position is currently held by a Non-Belonger Applicants who are Turks & Caicos islander should also send copies of their application to the Immigration Board

In South Caicos Is seeking (2) Labourers Duties include construction and general upkeep of the properties Must be able to work 5 days per week Salary is $6:50 per hour Please Contact: 231-2894 These positions are currently held by Work Permit Holders Interested Applicants who Turks and Caicos Islanders should submit copies of their application to the Labour Board

Best Contractors

Square One Barber and Grooming Shop

Genarra Jones

Located in Five Cays, Alex Place, Providenciales Is seeking (3) Labourers - $6.50 per hour (1)Mason - $8.00 per hour (1)Painter - $7.00 per hour (1)Tile men - $7.00 per hour The labourer must be able to do general cleaning on the job site Mason must be able to plaster wall and lay blocks The tile men must be able to lay tiles All persons must have at least 3 years experience and must be able to cut hair Must be able to work 5 days per week – 9:00am -5:00pm Please Contact: 243-5406 These positions are new positions Applicants who are Turks & Caicos islander should also send copies of their application to the immigration board

Airport Road, Providenciales Is seeking Two (2) Barbers -$6.50 per hour • Cut and trim hair using clippers, razors and scissors • Shape and trim beards and moustaches One (1) Nail Technician - $6.50 per hour • Provide manicures and pedicures to customers and One (1) Receptionist - $6.50 per hour • Receive payments from customers • Provide administrative tasks • Clean work stations and sweep floors • Maintain client information To work 6 days per week Please email applications to squareonebarbers@yahoo.com These positions are new positions Interested TCIslanders are invited to also send copies of their applications to the Labour Board

Of Grand Turk Is seeking a Domestic Worker Must be able to do general household cleaning To work 3 days per week Salary $6.25 per hour Please Contact: 431-1664 This position is currently held by a Work Permit Holder.

Interested Turks and Caicos Islanders are encouraged to apply directly, and submit a copy of their application to the Immigration Board.

Lower Bight, Providenciales Is looking for the following: 4 Barmaids and a Janitor Janitor duties includes perform general clean up of all areas of the building as directed Manage routine upkeep of exterior areas. Barmaids duties includes preparing alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverages for bar and patrons and interacting with customers, taking orders and serving drinks.

•Must have experience at least 3-4 years.

•Salary is negotiable Please Contact 344-8644 or email: browill649@gmail.com These positions are held by Work Permit Holders

Applicants who are Turks & Caicos islander should also send copies of their application to the immigration board

SHANETTE SMITH

JOHN B VIRGIL

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STANLEY WILLIAMS

Seeking a Babysitter at Tropical Road (Grace Bay) Must be able to care for a baby Preparing and giving meals, bathing and dressing a child and administering medicine when needed Must be able to work 6 days per week Salary $7.00 per hour This position is currently held by a Work Permit Holder Please Contact# 331-5919 Applicants who are Turks & Caicos islander should also send copies of their application to the immigration board

Of Providenciales Is seeking a Domestic Worker Must be able to do general household cleaning To work 5 days per week Salary $6.25 per hour Please Contact:342-0280 This position is currently held by a Work Permit Holder.

Interested Turks and Caicos Islanders are encouraged to apply directly, and submit a copy of their application to the Immigration Board.

Grace Bay Providenciales Is seeking a Pastry Chef Must be educated, well motivated, Having at least 3 years experience, Knowledge of baking breads, Turkish pizza bread (Pida) and Turkish Desserts call ‘Baklava” The candidate must have strong knowledge and expertise in baking Must be able to work 6 days per week Salary: $8.00 per hour This position is a new position Please Contact the Owner on: 1(649)441-9963 Applicants who are Turks and Caicos Islands should also send copies of their application to the Immigration Board

S & R Joinery Construction

Kissia Thomas Cornwall

Location: Grand Turk Is seeking a Domestic worker To take care of elderly male Must be able to read and write English Language, honest and trustworthy To work 5 days a week Salary $150.00 a week Please Contact 2311955.

This position is held by a work permit holder Applicants who are Turks and Caicos Islanders should send copies of their application to the Immigration Board

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North Caicos Contracting Ltd

Irene Butterfield Daven Walkin

Seeks to employ a Sales Clerk in Grand Turk At a salary of $500.00 per month Successful applicants are required to serve and collect proceeds of sales on behalf of the owner of the business This position is presently being held by a work permit holder Applicants who are Belongers also required submitting their applications to the Immigration Board Zone 1 and Shanette Smith at Tel no. 244 8182

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Provo Discount Ltd.

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Of BIG MUM on the Run Mobile Food Service Seeks to employ a cook in Grand Turk At a salary of $350.00 per week The successful applicant is required to prepare meals for sale to customers on a daily basis Must be able to work 6 days per week THIS IS A NEW POSITION Applicants who are TC Islanders are required to submit their applications to the Immigration Board Zone 1 and BIG MUM AT TEL NO. 2411577.

Location: Unit 1, Central Square, Provo Seeking 1 Sales Clerk Duties: Operate Cash Register with POS system, Greet Customers, Inventory, Stock and Tidy Store Salary: $6.25/hr; 40 hrs/wk Position currently held by work permit holder.

Closing date for applications is November 2nd, 2018 Applications can be dropped off at the office, Immigration Board, and/or emailed to pdl@tciway.t

Location: Grace Bay, Providenciales Is seeking a (1) Painter Duties include Applying paint to surfaces including canvas, walls, floors, doors, and cabinets and must be able to Mix, match, and apply paint, varnish, shellac, enamel, and other finishes Must be able to work 5-6 days Salary $500.00 per week This position is held by a Work Permit Holder Please Contact: 246-6630 241-9700 Applicants who are Turks & Caicos Islanders should also send copies of their application to the Immigration Board

Venel & William’s Variety Store Wheeland, Blue Hills, Providenciales Is seeking (1) Sales Clerk Duties will include stocking shelves, responsible for obtaining or receiving merchandise, totaling bills, accepting payments and making change To work 6 days per week Salary is $6.25 per hour This position is a new position Please Contact: 343-8927 Applicants who are Turks & Caicos islander should also copies of their application to the immigration board

Super Cuts Barbershop

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Located on Aviation Drive, Musgrove Building, Providenciales •Is seeking (1) Cleaner •Duties include cleaning and maintaining the barbershop •Must be able to work 4 days per week from 8:00am-5:00pm Salary is $6.50 per hour •Is seeking (1) Cashier •Must have at least 1 year experience as a cashier •Count money in cash drawers at the beginning of shifts to ensure that amounts are correct and that there is adequate change.

Salary is $7.00 per hour •Is seeking (1) Live in Babysitter •Duties include taking care of two kids •May also include doing laundry, cooking for the kids and organizing activity schedules.

Salary is $7:00 per hour Please Contact Owner Alex Higgs at 2435406. All persons must be able to work 5 days per week These positions are currently held by a work permit holders Applicants who are Turks & Caicos islander should also copies of their application to the immigration board #539073

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LABOURER WANTED In Grand Turk Must be able to clean the yard, cut grass and maintain the job site Salary $6.25 per hour Must be able to work 5 days per week Please Contact 231-1644 This position is currently held by a Non-Belonger Applicants who are Turks and Caicos Islands should also send copies of their application to the Immigration Board

MG Caicos Property Management

Location: Leeward Highway, Providenciales Is seeking a Safety Officer Working out of the New York Office Visiting Turks and Caicos Office: 8 days per month Salary $20.00 per hour Please Contact: 332-3210 This position is a new position Applicants who are Turks & Caicos islander should also copies of their application to the immigration board

SHARPER IMAGE BARBERSHOP SEEKS BARBER Salary negotiable To work 6 days per week Contact 333-6695 This position is currently held by a Work Permit Holder.

Interested Turks and Caicos Islanders are encouraged to apply directly, and submit a copy of their application to the Immigration Board.

Super Cuts Barbershop Located on Aviation Drive, Musgrove Building, Providenciales Is seeking (3) Experienced Barbers Must have at least 2 years experience and must be able to cut hair Must be able to work 5 days per week – 9:00am -6:00pm Must be able to work on call Salary $6.50 per hour Please Contact: 243-5406 This position is held by a work permit holder Applicants who are Turks & Caicos islander should also copies of their application to the immigration board

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Cayman seeks veto power over future Governor appointments

Incoming governor Martyn Roper could be the last head of state in the Cayman Islands to be unilaterally appointed by the U.K., if the islands’ government gets its way.

Premier Alden McLaughlin’s government is in ongoing talks with U.K. officials over constitutional reform aimed at affording Cayman greater independence while remaining part of the United Kingdom.

In a written submission to a U.K. parliament Foreign Affairs Select Committee last week, the government made a number of recommendations, including that the Cayman Islands be granted power of veto over the U.K.’s choices of governor.

The submission, which outlines some of the Cayman Islands government’s wishes for its future relationship with the U.K., suggests the appointment process for future governors should mirror that of state governors in Australia, who are directly appointed by the Crown, rather than through the Foreign and Commonwealth Office. It adds that the “appointment of the Governor be subject to the veto of Government of the Cayman Islands.”

The 17-page statement argues that the Cayman Islands, through its 2009 constitution, has developed more autonomy from the U.K. It adds, “The role of the Governor within the Cayman Islands has also not sufficiently evolved to match our democratic maturity, and we are still too far removed from both the appointment process and from the FCO/Governor relationship to establish whether or not domestic and external areas for which the

Cayman Islands Premier Alden McLaughlin FCO is responsible are being looked after comprehensively enough to support all of our government requirements and obligations.”

Both the Cayman Islands Government and the Foreign and Commonwealth Office were among those asked to make written submissions to the parliamentary sub-committee, which is examining the future of the relationship between the U.K. and its overseas territories.

In its submission, Cayman’s government accuses the U.K. of an ad hoc approach to engagement with Cayman and says the structures underpinning the relationship are no longer “fit for purpose.”

They argue that the Cayman Islands should be treated as a partner by the U.K.

“It should be recognized that while the Cayman Islands since 2009 has been successfully operating under a new constitution, which gave us significantly more autonomy and devolved authority,

the working relationship with the U.K. Government often means the Cayman Islands continues to be treated as a subordinate rather than a partner,” the submission states.

It also calls for safeguards to be put in place to prevent the U.K. parliament from “constitutional overreach” in the aftermath of the decision to mandate public beneficial ownership registries in the territories. The Cayman Islands is among several territories contesting that decision as unwarranted interference with domestic policy matters.

The paper also requests more respect and direct engagement from the U.K. for Cayman’s elected politicians.

“We are often left with the impression there is a view the British Overseas Territories are to be administered, rather than treated with respect as self-governing representative democracies in their own right,” the government wrote in the paper.

“The Prime Minister should afford the elected leaders of the British Overseas Territories the courtesy of individual meetings when they come to the U.K., as is the case with other heads of government,” the submission states.

The FCO’s submission suggests it is not in support of significant constitutional changes.

“The U.K. Government believes the current constitutional balance of powers is broadly the right one,” it states.

“As sovereign power, the U.K. must retain sufficient powers to enable us to discharge our constitutional and international responsibilities both to OT populations and in international fora.”

CIBC FCIB’s Managing Director Mark St. Hill on cross-country branch tour in The Bahamas

CIBC FirstCaribbean’s Managing Director of Retail and Business Banking, Mark St. Hill, recently embarked on a crosscountry branch tour throughout The Bahamas.

During his visit he attended the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the official opening of CIBC FirstCaribbean’s Baha Mar branch – their newest branch which provides exclusive services for over 5,000 Baha Mar employees.

St Hill talked about the bank’s goal to build the strength of their regional brand through client relationships.

“The pillars on which we do things are simplification and convenience. We’re extremely pleased to partner not only with what we see as a wonderful investment, but clearly one of the largest investments this country has seen in quite a while,” Mr. St.

Mr. St. Hill among other CIBC FirstCaribbean and Baha Mar executives at the ribbon cutting ceremony for the official opening of CIBC FirstCaribbean’s Baha Mar branch. L to R: Allison Adderley, Assistant Director of Compensation and Benefits, Baha Mar; Jacqui Bend, Director of Retail Sales & Branch Operations, CIBC FirstCaribbean; Kirsty Cowper, Vice President of Human Resources and Organizational Development, Baha Mar; Mark St. Hill, Managing Director of Retail and Business Banking, CIBC FirstCaribbean; Marie Rodland-Allen, Managing Director (Bahamas & TCI), CIBC FirstCaribbean; Gezel Farrington, Director of Banking Retail Channels, CIBC FirstCaribbean; Sherwin Hilton, Business Support Manager, CIBC FirstCaribbean; and Lisa Knowles, Assistant Customer Service Manager, CIBC FirstCaribbean Baha Mar Branch.

Hill said.

“Our strategy is to be the leader in client relationships and hence build a stronger brand.

We’re extremely proud of this endeavor and see this as a model we hope to expand across the region.”

During his trip he also visited the Shirley Street, Carmichael, Palmdale, Harbour Bay, and Bay Street branch teams in New Providence, before flying out to Grand Bahama to connect with the Freeport sales teams.

Colonial Group International has rating improved to ‘A’ (Excellent) by A.M. Best

Colonial Chief Executive Officer Naz Farrow

The financial strength of Bermudabased Colonial Group International Ltd. has been improved to an ‘A’ (Excellent) rating by A.M. Best, the independent global credit rating agency. A.M. Best’s assessment was that the insurer has the financial strength and ‘excellent ability’ to meet its insurance obligations in all its Bermuda and Caribbean operating subsidiaries.

A.M. Best categorized Colonial’s balance sheet as ‘strongest’ – the highest rating it can award – after analyzing the company’s operating performance, business profile and risk management. This gives Colonial and its primary insurance operating subsidiaries the highest rating in Bermuda and the Caribbean region.

Colonial’s improved market position and geographic diversification ‘compared with its peers’ was also noted, with A.M. Best citing: •Continuing growth of Colonial’s medical products business beyond Bermuda, and •Expanding geographic presence through its partnership with Beacon Insurance Company of Trinidad & Tobago, which will double the number of territories in which it operates to 12.

Colonial Chief Executive Officer Naz Farrow said A.M. Best’s rating upgrade reflected Colonial’s strategy ‘to provide residents of Bermuda and the Caribbean region access to world class insurance products.’

‘We take pride in providing the protection and support our clients need. That means promptly meeting our commitments to them everywhere we operate. Our strong balance sheet is key to meeting those commitments and that’s what A.M. Best has recognised.’

‘We will use this endorsement to continue building the business for the benefit of our policyholders and new customers in all markets.

Our management teams are committed and focused on making this happen.’

Colonial subsidiaries include Colonial Life Assurance Company Ltd. and Colonial Insurance Company Ltd. in Bermuda; Colonial Medical Insurance Ltd. in Bermuda, Cayman, Turks and Caicos and Barbados, British Caymanian Insurance Company Ltd. in Cayman, Atlantic Medical Insurance Ltd and Security and General Insurance Company Ltd. in The Bahamas and Turks and Caicos; and Colonial Insurance (BVI) Ltd. in British Virgin Islands.

Colonial Group International Ltd is a Bermuda-based holding company for the Colonial Group of Companies (the “Group”), which has commercial operations in Bermuda, the Cayman Islands, The Bahamas, the British Virgin Islands, Barbados and the Turks and Caicos Islands.

The Group comprises independently incorporated companies in these jurisdictions offering property and casualty insurance, employee benefits for pensions and health, life assurance and personal investment products and has received an A rating from AM Best.

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Barbados starts the process of laying off public sector workers

BRIDGETOWN, Barbados – The Barbados government Monday announced that it had started its programme for restructuring the public service and for reducing expenditure as it seeks to turn around an ailing economy.

Head of the Civil Service, Dr. Louis Woodroffe said that persons affected by the “adjustment exercise” are being given a package which includes an exit cheque for vacation leave, severance, and any other entitlements at the time.

“Some categories of workers have already been given a package in line with the enunciated procedures, notably, security guards, who were informed last Friday, October 19, and given the package, including their cheques.”

Last week, Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley said at least 1, 500 public workers would be laid off over the next few weeks even as she acknowledged that sending home one worker “is too many”.

She said the job cuts will affect workers in central government and government entities.

“We give the country the assurance that while we do not have the exact number because we are following process, rather than arithmetical deductions, we know that it unlikely to be more than 1,500 people over the course of the next few weeks.

But, regrettably, one is too many,” she said, while detailing a wide-ranging plan to cushion the fallout.

Woodroffe said that the process for other departmental posts which

CDB, The UWI sign historic MoU

Professor Sir Hilary Beckles, Vice Chancellor, The UWI (left) and Dr. William Warren Smith, President, CDB (right) sign an MoU to support a stronger partnership between the two institutions, while Diana Wilson Patrick, General Counsel, CDB (centre) looks on. The signing ceremony took place at CDB’s Headquarters in Barbados on October 19, 2018

BRIDGETOWN, Barbados – Formalising their longstanding relationship, which spans several decades, the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) and The University of the West Indies (The UWI), signed a historic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Friday, October 19.

The MoU supports a stronger partnership between the Bank and the University on programmes and projects, and is focused on promoting institutional strengthening and evidence-based decision making for economic and social policy issues relevant to the Caribbean region.

Speaking at the signing ceremony at the Bank’s headquarters in Barbados, CDB President, Dr. Wm. Warren Smith, hailed the agreement as a vital step, which will allow for deeper collaboration and cooperation on critical issues facing the region.

“With the signing of this MoU, we are cementing almost 50 years of collaboration and cooperation, broadening the strategic focus of our collaboration, and creating new pathways for deepening our relationship. CDB is energised by the opportunities it presents for knowledge-sharing, research and innovation, and is pleased to partner with The UWI in this enterprise.

We look forward to strengthening our decades-long partnership and to taking our collaboration to even higher levels for the benefit of our Region,” he said.

Vice-Chancellor of The UWI, Professor Sir Hilary Beckles described the CDB as a valued partner

in advancing the development of the region, which is the primary mandate of the University. He said, “It is undeniable that this region is currently faced with fundamental issues of inequality, economic growth, technological advancements, democracy and social justice. At this moment the Caribbean region demands sustainable, regional solutions, birthed out of partnerships such as this one. In the conceptualisation and implementation of its current strategic plan, deemed The Triple A Strategy, The UWI’s mandate focuses on Revitalising Caribbean Development. The MoU signed today re-emphasises our commitment and dedication to advancing the wellbeing of our Caribbean people.”

The MoU covers shared priorities such as promoting youth development and community inclusion through sport, improving implementation capacity and developing joint training and educational programmes. CDB and The UWI have ongoing partnerships that support the 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda, including projects in areas such as climate adaptation and mitigation, gender equality, and education and training.

In 2013, the Bank approved a USD13 million project to support the expansion and rehabilitation of The UWI’s Open Campus locations in Saint Lucia, and St. Vincent and the Grenadines. It also invested in the development of UWItv and in 2018, approved funding to enhance The UWI’s new Faculty of Sport.

are being affected will be completed by Wednesday with workers to be affected coming from the Ministry of Transport, Works and Maintenance and the Post Office Department.

“With respect to general service posts, the termination process will commence today and is also expected to be completed by Wednesday,” he said, adding that the layoff process is one of the most challenging in any restructuring process.

“The Government is making every effort to ensure that these public officers are given the necessary support to assist them in going forward.

This will include opportunities for retraining to allow them to provide services to Government, including, the digitising of Government records,

as was recently announced by Prime Minister Mottley,” he said.

The head of the Civil Service said that it is also anticipated that some of the displaced workers will find employment in the upcoming projects.

“Every effort is being made to ensure that there is a smooth process according to established principle of last in, first out, and that these officers who have made a valuable contribution to the public service and Barbados are treated fairly, “Woodroffe added.

Barbados recently entered into a US$290 million Extended Fund Facility (EFF) with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and Mottley told the nation that at least 99 per cent of the creditors have agreed to back the Government’s debt restructuring exercise.

Trinidad, Barbados rattled earthquakes

PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad – Two earthquakes, one with a magnitude of 5.1 rattled Trinidad and Tobago minutes apart late on Monday night, but there were no immediate reports of damage or injuries.

The Seismic Research centre (SRC) of the St. Augustine campus of the University of the West Indies said that the first quake was felt at 11.33 pm (local time) and measured 5.1 on the Richter scale.

It said it was located Latitude: 10.41N, Longitude: 62.27W and at a depth of Depth: 10 kilometers (km).

The quake was felt 88 km west south west of the capital, Port of Spain, 91 km west north west of the second city, San Fernando and 110 km east south east of Carúpano in Venezuela.

SRC said that the second quake, which occurred four minutes later had a magnitude of 4.2 and was located Latitude: 10.49N, Longitude: 61.93W and at a depth of 10 km.

This quake was felt mainly in the capital, the second city of San Fernando and the town of Arima, east of here.

The quakes are the latest to rattle the country now dealing with excessive flooding caused by torrential rains over the past four

days.

Over the last three days the country has been hit by earthquakes with magnitudes of 5.1, 4.2 and 4.1 respectively.

In August, an earthquake with a magnitude of 5.9 jolted Trinidad and Tobago, sending an already frightened population out of buildings into the streets.

The SRC said then it was one of the many aftershock following the major earthquake that registered 7.3 on August 21.

Meantime, an earthquake with a magnitude of 4.2 was recorded in Barbados last Saturday afternoon but there were no immediate reports of damages or injuries.

The Seismic Research centre (SRC) of the St. Augustine campus of the University of the West indies (UWI), in Trinidad and Tobago said that the quake occurred at 4.41 p.m. (local time).

It was located Latitude: 12.29N, Longitude: 59.74W with a depth of 60 km.

The SRC said the quake was felt 92 km south of Bridgetown, 166 km north east of Scarborough, Tobago and 191 km south east of Kingstown, St Vincent and the Grenadines.

St. Kitts Nevis soars with more airlifts

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts – The St. Kitts Tourism Authority (SKTA) says there is a rising demand for the country as a leisure travel destination, with the growth of airlift arrivals for the past 18 months.

SKTA said that airlines in North American have “taken note of the increased impetus for the island by providing additional flight options for travellers to reach the island in peak season and beyond.”

“It is a testament to the strong relationships that the St. Kitts Ministry of Tourism together with the St. Kitts Tourism Authority have built with the airlines that has led to this additional service,” said Tourism Minister Lindsay Grant.

“I could not be more pleased to see increased airlift to our shores from our airline partners to help us continue our momentum of growth in the tourism sector.”

SKTA said American Airlines, the carrier with the most flights to/

from St. Kitts’ Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport (SKB), will be resuming its second daily non-stop flights from Wednesdays through Sundays from Miami to SKB early this year following the normal seasonal hiatus.

Those flights returned on October 3,providing an additional five weeks of the twice-daily flying, as compared to the same period in 2017, SKTA said.

It said Delta Air Lines, having added non-stop Saturday flights to SKB from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, as of December 23, 2017, will return earlier from a hiatus this year.

SKTA said those non-stops resume as of November 17, 2018, adding five operations in 2018, as compared to 2017.

Delta will also provide midweek non-stop flights from Atlanta to SKB on Wednesdays/Tuesdays for peak season, starting on December 26.

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Jamaica’s private sector backs ban on plastic and Styrofoam

Styrofoam Plates

KINGSTON, Jamaica – The Private Sector Organisation of Jamaica (PSOJ) is expressing support for the government’s move to ban singleuse plastic bags, straws and styrofoam, noting that the materials are hazardous to health and the environment.

“I think we have to do it. We have even written to the Government stating that we want to be a part of the implementation team, because there is no question that plastics are bad for us and the environment,” said PSOJ president, Howard Mitchell.

“Most of us use plastics in our lives, so we have to work out ways to accommodate a transition.

We are in favour of limiting, reducing and eventually eliminating the use of plastics in this country”.

Earlier this month, the Andrew Holness government said it would launch an educational campaign surrounding the impending ban on the importation, manufacture, distribution and use of specific categories of plastic packaging materials.

The ban, which starts January 1, 2019, relates to single-use plastic carrier/shopping bags; expanded polystyrene foam, commonly referred to as styrofoam; and plastic drinking straws.

Mitchell told reporters after a tour of business process outsourcing (BPO) companies at the Montego Bay Free Zone and Barnett Tech Park in St. James, that the organisation welcomes collaborations with the Business Process Industry Association of Jamaica (BPIAJ) and urged that BPO companies consider joining the PSOJ in an effort to effect change in the private sector.

BPIAJ president, Gloria Henry, noted that greater partnership with the PSOJ would be mutually beneficial.

“We (BPO sector) have been employing thousands of individuals and have seen increased foreign exchange earnings annually. We want greater collaboration with the PSOJ for combined advocacy to address challenges. We want to promote business-to-business linkages between BPO and other sectors,” she said.

Henry noted that BPO is one of the fastestgrowing sectors in Jamaica, with 60 companies employing 32,000 individuals and others to come on stream.

Drug mule in The Bahamas told: Back out and you die

A Surinamese man y claimed the reason he swallowed over 100 packages of cocaine and attempted to smuggle the drugs into The Bahamas last week was because he was in too deep and would have been killed if he tried to back out of the plan.

Robert Linger, 35, of Paramaribo City, Suriname, told Assistant Chief Magistrate Subusola Swain he planned to bail out of the plan to smuggle the 105 packages of drugs, but when he told his “employers” of his decision, they informed him death would be his only way out.

Linger said he even thought about showing up for his designated flight and hiding somewhere in the airport, but said his “employers” told him they had all of the airport’s security personnel on the take, and that he would be immediately discovered and killed.

Despite the reasons he gave in his bid to explain why he should not be given the maximum penalty under the law, Assistant Chief Magistrate Swain sentenced the man to two years and six months in prison for his actions.

A similar sentence of two years was handed down on his fellow countryman, 27-year-old Lerby Amiemba, for swallowing 65 packages of cocaine in a bid to smuggle them into the country.

According to the facts read out by police prosecutor Assistant Superintendent Clifford Daxon, both men came in on the same Caribbean Air flight from Suriname on October 16.

Concerning Linger, around 2.15am on the date in question, police officers at the Lynden Pindling International Airport (LPIA) observed various passengers disembarking a Caribbean Air flight. Two of those were Linger and Amiemba, who police approached and identified themselves.

The officers subsequently searched the men and their baggage, which yielded negative

Lerby Amiemba outside court results. But in speaking with the men, officers noticed they were acting in a nervous, suspicious manner. As a result, they were taken into custody.

The pair were taken to hospital and given an X-ray, which revealed abnormal items in their stomachs. The men were subsequently given medication, which caused Linger and Amiemba to excrete 105 and 65 packages of cocaine, respectively.

The drugs Linger carried weight weighed two pounds, four ounces, while those Amiemba held weighed 1.8 pounds.

Both were later taken to a police station and interviewed with the assistance of an interpreter.

While being interrogated, Linger admitted to being in possession of the cocaine, having swallowed the drugs and brought the packages into the country.

Both men were also found with $400 apiece, for which they couldn’t give a satisfactory explanation.

When asked by the assistant chief magistrate why he shouldn’t get the maximum penalty for his actions, Linger, with the assistance of an interpreter, said he was in a “crisis” in that his mother has severe breast cancer and desperately needs a surgery.

He said he works as a truck driver in his homeland, but said the work and the pay, isn’t consistent enough to make ends

meet.

Linger said he eventually met two tourists who told him they had connections in the trucking industry, and that they would use those connections to provide him with more consistent opportunities.

However, Linger said after he became better acquainted with those two individuals, they told him they actually did not have any connections in the trucking industry, but in fact sold drugs.

Linger said they told him he had the opportunity to make $10,000 US dollars if he worked for them.

Linger said once the concept was presented to him, he spoke with various people in his social circle about it, but after hearing about how risky being a drug mule was, given the severity of the crime under Bahamian laws, he agreed it was indeed too big of a risk and decided to turn down the plan.

The problem with that was, according to Linger, he had already given his “employers” his passport. And when he told them he wanted out, they told him it was his decision to make, but that they would kill him if he did not follow through.

Linger said he then came up with a plan to show up to the airport, get checked into the flight, and then hide somewhere in the airport and miss his flight and hopefully go off his “employers” radar, but said they told him they knew all the security in the airport and that they would find out.

He claimed going to the police was also not an option, because the police and security forces were basically one and the same, and that once they found out, he would be executed on the spot.

Nonetheless, the assistant chief magistrate sentenced Linger to two years and six months on each count of possession of dangerous drugs with intent to supply, and importation of dangerous drugs, to run concurrently.

Offshore company formations reach new high in Cayman Islands

The number of Caymanregistered companies hit an alltime high last month, with 106,291 companies active on the registry as of Sept. 30.

According to recently released statistics from the General Registry, the number of companies has grown steadily since the end of last year, from 99,327 at Dec. 31 to 103,759 at the end of June, to its current level as of the end of last month.

The number of companies here exceeded 100,000 by March, the first time it has broken the sixfigure level since the number of active companies reached a then-record 102,369 in September 2016 – that

was shortly before taking a dip when around 8,500 were struck off the registry.

There have been about 1,400 new formations per month this year, which has the territory on path to set a record incorporations rate. The territory saw 13,046 companies register here last year, which was roughly a 17 percent increase over 2016 and the most since at least 2007.

Cayman is not the only offshore jurisdiction to see an uptick in company formations this year. Incorporations in the British Virgin Islands – the leading offshore jurisdiction for incorporations – hit a nearly three-year high in the first

quarter of 2018, with 9,798 new companies forming there, according to recently released statistics from the BVI Financial Services Commission.

The Q1 performance was the BVI’s best quarter for company incorporations since the third quarter of 2015, when 11,951 new companies formed.

It also marks the first substantial uptick in company incorporations since the territory’s reputation suffered from the April 2016 reports on the Panama Papers – a trove of leaked documents allegedly showing BVI-registered companies being used for illegal activity.

Along with the uptick in

new formations, the BVI also saw a major increase in its total number of active companies, from 389,459 in Q4 of 2014 to 432,529 in Q1 of this year (the number of total companies can increase more than new incorporations when previously dormant companies reactivate).

However, the long-term trend has Cayman’s company-formation sector growing, while the BVI’s has been shrinking. Whereas the BVI has seen its number of registered companies decline by nearly half – from around 800,000 in the mid-2000s to 432,529 as of the first quarter of 2018 – Cayman has seen an increase from 83,532 in 2006 to around 106,000.

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A single Mega Millions ticket, sold in South Carolina landed a $1.5 billion jackpot

A convenience store, KC Mart #7, in Simpsonville, S.C sold the sole winning ticket for the $1.5 billion Mega Millions jackpot, the biggest single-winner lottery payout in U.S. history, Mega Millions officials said Wednesday.

The winning numbers were 5-28-62-65-70, with a Mega Ball number of 5, and lottery officials estimated that 75 percent of all number combinations had been purchased by the time of Tuesday night’s drawing.

Officials said no one has yet claimed the winning ticket.

The estimated cash option — should the winner (or winners) choose to take a one-time lump-sum payment instead of annual payouts over 30 years — is $878 million before taxes, according

to Mega Millions officials.

The six winning numbers were printed on a ticket sold at the store near where Lee Vaughn Road runs into Scuffletown Road, about four miles from city hall. It is a rural part of a rural town outside Greenville, where the mayor said “there’s a church on every corner.”

When it comes to the KC Mart #7, that is accurate: The store is hard by Clear Spring Baptist Church. New Pilgrim Baptist Church is also nearby.

C.J. Patel, the store’s owner, said it was “good for the community” that the ticket was sold there. He hopes the winner or winners stay local with their many, many millions.

Patel will also benefit, lottery officials said: He will

Saudi Arabia says Turkish evidence shows planned killing

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia — Saudi prosecutors said Thursday that Turkish evidence shows the slaying of journalist Jamal Khashoggi was premeditated, another change in the shifting Saudi Arabian narrative of what happened to the writer who was killed in the Saudi Consulate in Istanbul.

A statement from Saudi Attorney General Saud al-Mojeb attributed the conclusion about a calculated killing, one of the initial findings of a joint Turkish-Saudi investigation, to information from Turkish counterparts.

The evidence of Turkish investigators “indicates that the suspects in the incident had committed their act with a premeditated intention,” al-Mojeb said.

While the Saudi prosecutor’s office did not say specifically that its investigators reached the same conclusion, the statement seemed designed to acknowledge the legitimacy of evidence and allegations from Turkey that Khashoggi’s killing was planned.

After the journalist disappeared, Saudi Arabia initially insisted Khashoggi had walked out of the consulate after visiting the building on Oct. 2.

It later dropped that account for a new one, saying it had detained 18 people for what it described as an accidental killing during a “fistfight.”

The kingdom has faced intensifying international pressure to be transparent about the death of Khashoggi, a columnist for The Washington Post who was a critic of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.

Many countries responded with skepticism to the version of a brawl involving Khashoggi and rogue officials, putting Saudi Arabia on the defensive even as it hosted an investment conference this week that many dignitaries skipped because of the scandal.

Turkey is pushing the Saudi government to reveal exactly who ordered the killing, fueling suspicions that Prince Mohammed was involved even though he condemned it as “heinous” at the Riyadh forum.

Also Thursday, Prince Mohammed attended the first meeting of a committee aiming to restructure the kingdom’s intelligence services after the killing of Khashoggi, the state-run Saudi Press Agency said.

receive $50,000 once the ticket is claimed.

“I’ll do some good with that money,” Patel said at a news conference outside his store.

Tony Cooper, chief executive of the South Carolina Education Lottery, stood next to Patel in the sunbathed parking lot and offered some advice to the winning ticket-holder: “Take a deep breath,” he said. He also urged the winner to meet with financial and legal advisers before making any big decisions.

The winner or winners have 180 days to claim the prize, he said.

But Cooper may have needed a moment as well.

When asked to express how he felt when he learned that a South Carolina store sold the

only winning ticket, he said he needed to make up new words to describe the elation.

“Pandemonious jollification,” he said. (At least we think that’s how it may be spelled.)

Lottery officials had said for days that the jackpot would be worth an estimated $1.6 billion, a U.S. lottery record.

But when the jackpot was finalized, it was downgraded to $1.537 billion.

So the lottery record remains

$1.586 billion, for a Powerball jackpot shared by three winning tickets in January 2016.

“The final total was less than the $1.6 billion estimate because estimates are based on historical patterns of jackpot rolls, but there are few precedents for a jackpot this size,” said Seth Elkin, a spokesman for Maryland Lottery and Gaming, which heads the Mega Millions Group.

Investigation into pipe bombs expands to 10 packages

Authorities found packages that appeared to contain pipe bombs addressed to former vice president Joe Biden and the actor Robert De Niro, officials said Thursday, setting off a new wave of alarm amid a sprawling investigation into pipe bombs mailed to prominent political figures and critics of President Trump.

The new packages, which resemble those sent to figures including former president Barack Obama and former secretary of state Hillary Clinton, were located in Delaware and New York. The discoveries mean that authorities have recovered 10 similar packages as part of the investigation, including two sent to Biden.

Like the others, the latest packages were intercepted before reaching their intended targets.

The devices found so far, described by officials as pipe bombs, have put many in the country on edge, and authorities have begun an intensive effort to find other explosives that may still be out there.

“It’s prudent and diligent to expect more,” New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo (D) said Thursday on MSNBC.

Police have increased patrols of high-profile people, areas and organizations that could be targeted, and authorities have warned some prominent figures — including former president Jimmy Carter — to be on alert.

Investigators in a Delaware mail facility found a package addressed to Biden that was like the others that contained pipe bombs, according to a law enforcement official. The package was apparently not delivered to Biden’s home and may have been on its way to being returned to

the person listed on the return address of the envelope, the official said. A second package addressed to Biden, similar to the others, was also found in Delaware, authorities said.

In a statement Thursday morning, the FBI declined to confirm that a package addressed to Biden was found, instead saying only that local and state police, along with U.S. Postal Service investigators and FBI agents, were “responding this morning to a United States Postal facility in Delaware to conduct law enforcement activity.”

A similar package was also found addressed to De Niro, who has publicly clashed with Trump, at his production offices in Manhattan, according to the authorities. This package was discovered around 5 a.m. by security personnel working for De Niro’s film company, Tribeca Productions, police said. A police spokesman said the parcel “was similar to explosive packages that had been publicized.”

An X-ray of the package indicated a similar pipe bomb inside, and investigators suspect it was sent by the same person who sent explosives to Clinton, Obama and others, a law enforcement official said.

Video from the scene showed the NYPD bomb squad removing the package in a heavily armored containment truck. It was transported to Rodman’s Neck, a peninsula in the Bronx where the NYPD explodes bombs, the department said.

New York Mayor Bill de Blasio (D) urged people across the city to be on alert, and to refrain from opening suspicious packages. “Alert authorities, call 911,” de Blasio said on CNN. He added that New York had “put an

additional NYPD presence outside media companies across the city, outside the offices of certain elected officials.”

Attorney General Jeff Sessions on Thursday morning decried the devices and said the Justice Department was working with other agencies in responding.

“Across the administration, we condemn the actions that led to these activities in the strongest possible terms and are determined to make sure that we get to the bottom of it and justice is done,” Sessions said.

The hunt for a serial mail bomber began late Tuesday when Secret Service personnel conducting standard mail screenings found a pipe bomb inside a plain manila envelope with a bubble-wrapped interior addressed to Clinton, the former secretary of state. A similarly packaged bomb was found hours later in mail addressed to Obama.

Neither bomb got close to its intended target, and neither contained a written message, according to law enforcement officials. But the finds led to the discovery of other undetonated devices elsewhere, including in the mailroom at CNN’s New York headquarters and a district office of Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-Fla.).

As more devices were found, a disturbing pattern emerged — the bomber or bombers appeared to be targeting prominent figures on the political left, many of whom have been targets of President Trump’s incendiary rhetoric.

The first such package was discovered Monday at the New York home of George Soros, a billionaire activist known to fund pro-democracy and liberal political groups.

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Hundreds of thousands take to streets in London demanding second Brexit vote

Hundreds of thousands of

Some opinion polls have shown supporters of the European Union a slight shift in favour of remaining in marched through London last Saturday the European Union, but there has yet in the biggest demonstration so far to to be a decisive change in attitudes and demand that the British government many in Britain say they have become holds a public vote on the terms of increasingly bored by Brexit.

Brexit.

The prime minister has

The protesters waved the repeatedly ruled out holding a second blue and gold flag of the EU and referendum. The opposition Labour held up “Bollocks to Brexit” banners party’s Brexit spokesman said last under sunny skies to call for another month his party open to a second referendum on the eventual deal on referendum with the option of staying how Britain will leave the world’s in the bloc in certain circumstances. biggest trading bloc.

In Belfast in Northern Ireland,

The march comes after another around 2,000 people gathered on tumultuous week for Prime Minister Saturday to oppose Brexit.

Theresa May in which she failed to Protesters participate in an anti-Brexit demonstration at City Hall in central Belfast, Northern Ireland

Brendan Heading, a 39-yearagree a divorce deal with EU leaders October 20, 2018 old IT worker, said he was worried the in Brussels and infuriated members have no faith in the government of the crowd. The police did not provide decision to leave the EU would damage of her own party by making further to deliver the promises that were an independent estimate of numbers the economy and could lead to the concessions in the talks. made, partly because they cannot be participating. break up of the United Kingdom.

With just over five months delivered,” he said.

Protesters originally gathered “I feel that Brexit threatens until Britain is due to leave there is no At the march, demonstrators near Hyde Park and then walked past prosperity and stability,” he said. clarity about what a future trade deal carried placards saying “Brexit is Downing Street and finished outside “People should have the opportunity to with the EU will look like and some pants”, “Time for an EU turn” and parliament where they listened to vote for an alternative based on what rebels in May’s Conservative Party “European and proud.” politicians from all main political we now know.” have threatened to vote down a deal if Organisers said about 700,000 parties.

Brexit supporters held their she clinches one. people took part in the march, which Britain’s 2016 referendum saw own rally in the town of Harrogate in

James McGrory, one of the would make it the largest in Britain 52 percent vote in favour of leaving the north of England. organisers of the march, said voters since a demonstration against the Iraq the European Union. But the past two Richard Tice, Vice-Chairman should have the chance to change their war in 2003. years have been politically fraught as of Leave Means Leave and one of the minds because the decision will impact The “People’s Vote” campaign, the government has struggled to agree speakers at the event, described the their lives for generations. which includes several pro-EU groups, on a plan and there are fears that people on the march in London as

“People think the Brexit said they had stewards stationed at Britain could leave the bloc without a “losers” and said a second referendum negotiations are a total mess, they regular intervals to estimate the size deal. would trigger a constitutional crisis.

Senate slipping away as Dems fight to preserve blue wave

NEW YORK — In the closing stretch of the 2018 campaign, the question is no longer the size of the Democratic wave. It’s whether there will be a wave at all.

Top operatives in both political parties concede that Democrats’ narrow path to the Senate majority has essentially disappeared, a casualty of surging Republican enthusiasm across GOP strongholds.

At the same time, leading Democrats now fear the battle for the House majority will be decided by just a handful of seats.

“It’s always been an inside straight, and it still is,” Democratic pollster Paul Maslin said of Democrats’ outlook in the Senate, where they need to pick up two seats while holding on to several others in Republicanleaning states to seize the majority.

“If it had been a different year, with a different map, we might have had a

terrific sweep. That would be a long people think, with a surprise or two in the wings,” New York’s Chuck shot.”

While the trend may be Schumer, the top Senate Democrat, troubling for Democrats, the evolving told The Associated Press.

The midterm elections will political landscape remains unsettled two weeks before Election Day, even decide whether Republicans maintain with millions of votes already cast control of Congress for the final two years of Trump’s first term. Even if across 20 states.

There are signs that the Democrats lose the Senate and win Democrats’ position in the expanding the House, they could block much of House battlefield may actually be Trump’s agenda and use subpoena improving. Yet Republican candidates power to investigate his many locked in tight races from New York to scandals. Some in the party’s far-left Nevada find themselves in stronger- wing have also vowed to impeach the than-expected positions because of a president, while others promise to roll bump in President Donald Trump’s back the Republican tax overhaul and popularity, the aftermath of a divisive expand health care coverage for all Supreme Court fight and the sudden Americans.

Democrats have enjoyed an focus on a caravan of Latin American migrants making an arduous trek overwhelming enthusiasm advantage toward the U.S. border. for much of the Trump era. They hope

Democrats say they never an explosion of early voting across states like Florida, Texas and Nevada assumed it would be easy.

“It’s still much closer than is further proof of their enthusiasm

gap.

Public and private polling, however, suggests the GOP is getting more excited as Nov. 6 approaches.

“Republican enthusiasm doesn’t quite equal the white-hot enthusiasm of Democratic voters, but the Kavanaugh hearings got it pretty close,” said GOP consultant Whit Ayres.

He also attributes the party’s strong position on an unusual Senate map. Democrats are defending 26 seats of the 35 seats in play, including 10 in states that Trump carried in 2016. Ayres calls it “maybe the most Republican-leaning map of our lifetimes.”

He expects the GOP to maintain the Senate majority, perhaps adding a seat or two to its current 51-49 edge. Others have begun to envision the GOP picking up as many as four or five new seats.

Issue of married Catholic priests gains traction under pope

VATICAN CITY — As the “The Choice: Priests and Love” profiles Vatican copes with the growing clergy more than a dozen men in four sex abuse scandal and declining European countries who are either number of priests worldwide, it is living clandestinely with women, have laying the groundwork to open formal created their own unsanctioned church debate on an issue that has long been communities where married priests taboo: opening up the priesthood to preside at Mass, or left the Catholic married men in parts of the world priesthood altogether to marry.

The documentary, to be aired where clergy are scarce.

Pope Francis has convened a Wednesday on Discovery Italia and meeting of South American bishops previewed to The Associated Press, next year focusing on the plight of the makes the case that many of these men church in the Amazon, a vast territory would gladly return to the priesthood served by far too few priests. During and offer their pastoral services. that synod, the question of ordaining Their plight has found a married men of proven virtue — so- sympathetic ear in Francis, who called “viri probati” — is expected to has long expressed a willingness to figure on the agenda. consider “viri probati” to address

This week, a two-hour pastoral needs in the Amazon. He has documentary on Italian television is also expressed sympathy for priests likely to contribute to the conversation. who have made the anguished choice

Pope Francis meets Colombia’s President Ivan Duque to leave.

Vocatio, an Italian association of these “married priests,” wrote Francis earlier this month pledging their solidarity as he copes with the global fallout of the sex abuse scandal, and once again offering their services

in ministry.

“We would like you to take into consideration — without prejudice or pretense — the opportunity of allowing us an active presence in diocesan activity, given our experience and competence in the sacraments we have lived: ministry and matrimony,” the group wrote.

The head of Vocatio, former priest Rosario Mocciaro who married civilly in 1977, estimates there are about 5,000 men in Italy alone who have left the priesthood, a third of whom would seek a return to married ministry if allowed. He said he was hopeful for progress under Francis and some sympathetic Italian bishops, saying they brought “a new air and atmosphere” to a long-standing problem.

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WORLD NEWS Croatians protest over government plan to raise retirement age

Several thousand people protested in Croatia’s capital on Saturday over government plans to raise the retirement age to 67 and cut pensions for those who retire early.

This week the government asked parliament to pass legislation lifting the retirement age of 65 from 2033 onwards, defending the reform as a step in efforts to make the pension system sustainable.

The bill also includes a proposal to cut the pensions of people who stop working before reaching retirement age by about four percent per year.

“There is a lot of misery and bitterness in us. Isn’t such a retirement proposal irresponsible towards our workers and pensioners?,” Kresimir Sever, one of the leaders of the trade unions that organized the protest, told the crowd gathered in central Zagreb.

Some of the demonstrators shouted “Thieves”, and many held banners accusing the government of impoverishing pensioners and workers. “From school to unemployment, from work to graveyard” read one of the banners.

Workers representing metal industry employees, nurses and other professions took turns to address the rally, saying they cannot work until the age of 67.

“I work in the rain and the burning sun.

My legs and back have to carry hundreds of overloaded waste bins every day. I’ve already had a surgery on one knee, the other one will have to be treated soon,” a worker from a waste collection and disposal company, who said his name was Elvis, told the gathering.

Trade union leaders say the new law would particularly hurt older employees, who are often under pressure to retire earlier for health reasons or because the employers want to get rid of older staff. They have also pointed out that Croatians have a shorter life expectancy than people in many other European Union countries.

The unions have vowed to launch a campaign for a nationwide referendum to be called over the pension reform proposal if the government rejects their demands to scrap the plan.

For a referendum to take place, supporters of the ballot must collect the signatures of 10 percent of the electorate, equivalent to roughly 375,000 people.

Economic analysts and researchers say Croatia cannot make its pension system sustainable in the long term without increasing the retirement age.

Man allegedly posts video of how to remove an ankle monitor

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — A Missouri man is charged with a felony after he allegedly filmed himself removing an ankle monitor and then posted the video on Facebook.

Thirty-three-year-old Dustin Burns of Springfield was charged last week with tampering with electronic monitoring equipment.

The video shows someone using a butter knife and screwdriver to remove an ankle monitor. The man advises viewers to remove the ankle monitor without damaging it to avoid hefty fines.

The Springfield News-Leader reports court records show Burns pleaded guilty to violating a restraining order earlier this year and was placed on probation.

Court records show warrants were issued this summer after several probation violations were filed against Burns. He has been in the Greene County jail since Aug. 28.

He does not have an attorney listed in online court records.

China opens mega-bridge linking Hong Kong to mainland

ZHUHAI, China — China on Tuesday opened the world’s longest sea-crossing bridge linking Hong Kong to the mainland, a feat of engineering carrying immense economic and political significance.

Chinese President Xi Jinping presided over a ceremony in the city of Zhuhai to open the 55-kilometer (34-mile)-long bridge linking it to the semi-autonomous regions of Hong Kong and Macau.

Digital fireworks exploded on a screen behind him as leaders of the three cities watched.

The $20 billion bridge took almost a decade to build while incurring major delays and cost overruns. It includes an undersea tunnel allowing ships to pass through the Pearl River delta, the heart of China’s crucial manufacturing sector.

Its opening will cut travel time across the delta from several hours to just 30 minutes, something China hopes will bind the region together as a major driver of future economic growth.

Heavily regulated traffic using permits issued under a quota system will begin flowing on Wednesday.

The bridge forms a physical link between the mainland and Hong Kong, an Asian financial hub that was handed over from British to Chinese control in 1997 with the assurance it would maintain its own legal and economic system for 50 years.

That carries major political significance for Xi’s administration, which has rejected calls for political liberalization

The Hong Kong Zhuhai-Macau Bridge in Hong Kong, sparking fears Beijing will clamp down further on civil liberties before the end of the “one country, two systems” arrangement in 2047.

The bridge’s opening also comes a month after the inauguration of a new high-speed rail link from Hong Kong to mainland China that runs along a different, shorter route. That line has vastly decreased travel times but also raised concerns about Beijing’s growing influence because mainland Chinese law applies within part of the line’s Hong Kong terminus.

To Claudia Mo, a Hong Kong democratic politician, the bridge’s political significance outweighs its practical usefulness.

“It’s not exactly necessary, because Hong Kong is connected to mainland China in every way already, by land, by air, by sea,” Mo told The Associated Press.

“But they still need it as a political symbol or icon to remind Hong Kong people ... that you are connected to the motherland, with

this very grand bridge. It’s almost like an umbilical cord.”

In Zhuhai, however, sentiments revolved around economic growth and national pride.

Airline pilot Liu Gang said he’d been eagerly anticipating the opening of the bridge, calling it a symbol of the mainland’s increasingly close ties with Hong Kong and Macau.

“It’ll bring us even closer together, make us more flexible, economically and in many other ways. We’re now one family,” Liu said Monday afternoon while strolling along a walkway and shooting photos of the structure.

Luo Fengzhi, who works in real estate, cited the bridge as evidence of China’s growing economic and engineering prowess.

“For Chinese people, this makes them feel proud,” she said. “I hope that every patriotic Chinese person can come and see this great feat of engineering, and I welcome foreigners to come and see for themselves as well.”

$1.537 billion Mega Millions ticket just misses world record

DES MOINES, Iowa — Lottery officials say someone bought a ticket in South Carolina to win the Mega Millions jackpot with a final total of $1.537 billion, just shy of the all-time world record.

The earlier Mega Millions estimate of $1.6 billion would have been a world record for lotteries, but actual sales came in just below the $1.586 billion Powerball jackpot prize shared by winners in California, Florida and Tennessee in January of 2016.

The ticket sold Tuesday is worth about $877.8 million in a lump-sum cash payment, which most winners choose to take.

“The final total was less than the $1.6 billion estimate,” said Carol Gentry, a spokeswoman for the Maryland Lottery, which leads a consortium of state lotteries participating in the Mega Millions jackpot.

“Estimates are based on historical patterns,” she explained Wednesday morning in a phone interview with The Associated Press. “The jackpot’s been rolling since it was hit in July in California, but there are few precedents for a jackpot of this size. Typically about 70

The winning numbers have been drawn for the record $1.6 billion Mega Millions lottery jackpot, but it isn’t immediately clear if there’s a winner. The numbers drawn on Tuesday night are 5, 28, 62, 65, 70 and Mega Ball 5. percent of sales occur on the The winning numbers were 5, 28, drawing day, so forecasting 62, 65, 70 and Mega Ball 5. No precise numbers in advance can details on where the winning be difficult. That’s why we always ticket was sold were immediately use the term estimate.” available. But the lucky player

It’s possible the world overcame miserable odds: The will never know who bought chance of matching all six the ticket in South Carolina numbers and winning the top that matches all six numbers in prize is 1 in 302.5 million.

Tuesday night’s drawing.

Mega Millions is played

South Carolina is one in 44 states as well as Washington, of eight states — along with D.C., and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Delaware, Georgia, Kansas, It will likely be days or even weeks Maryland, North Dakota, Ohio before a winner steps forward to and Texas — where winners can claim the prize. remain anonymous.

Lottery officials and

A portion of the prize financial managers encourage money will go to the retailer; the people to take time to map out exact amount is determined by a strategy for investing their each state, Gentry said. hundreds of millions of dollars,

The biggest Mega and winners must deal with Millions jackpot winner prior to security concerns befitting this was a $656 million ticket sold someone who suddenly is back in 2012, she said, “so it’s a immensely wealthy. Depending record for Mega Millions and it on the state, winners have from came very close to breaking the 180 days to a year to claim their world record of all the jackpots.” prize.

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Worried about iPhone eavesdroppers?

China says Trump may need a Huawei

BEIJING - China’s foreign ministry has some suggestions for the Trump administration if they are worried about foreign eavesdropping on the U.S. president’s iPhone: use a Huawei handset instead.

Or just sever ties with the outside world completely.

The riposte came after a New York Times report that Chinese and Russian spies often secretly listened in on President Donald Trump when he used his unsecure Apple (AAPL.O) cellphone to gossip with old friends.

“Reading this report, I feel that today in the United States there really are some people who are doing their utmost to win best script at the Oscars,” Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Hua Chunying told a news conference on Thursday.

Such reports were “evidence that the New York Times makes fake news”, she said, adding two suggestions that were apparently aimed at the Trump administration.

“If they are really very worried about Apple phones being bugged, then they can change to using Huawei,” she said, referring to China’s biggest telecommunications equipment maker.

“If they are still not at ease, then in order to have an entirely secure device, they can

U.S. President Donald Trump waves prior to departing on a trip to Wisconsin from the White House in Washington, U.S., October 24, 2018 stop using all forms of modern communication devices and cut off all ties with the outside world.”

The Times reported that Trump’s aides have repeatedly warned him that his cellphone calls are not secure, but the president refuses to give them up.

Huawei Technologies Co Ltd [HWT.UL] has come under scrutiny in the United States where intelligence agency leaders and others have said they are concerned that Huawei and other Chinese companies may be beholden to the Chinese government or ruling Communist Party, raising the risk of espionage.

The U.S. Democratic National Committee warned party

candidates running in November elections not to use devices from Huawei or ZTE (000063.SZ), another major Chinese telecoms gear maker.

The U.S. Department of Defense has stopped selling mobile phones and modems made

by Huawei and ZTE in stores on its military bases, citing potential security risks.

And in March, Federal Communications Commission Chairman Ajit Pai told Congress he shared the concerns of some U.S. lawmakers about espionage threats from Huawei.

The New York Times cited U.S. officials as saying China had a sophisticated approach toward the intercepted presidential phone calls and was seeking to use them to determine what Trump thinks, whom he listens to and how best to sway him.

Beijing particularly is trying to use what it learns to prevent the current trade war between the two countries from escalating further, according to the newspaper.

Concerns have been raised on several occasions this year about cellphone surveillance activity in the Washington area.

The Department of Homeland Security said in a letter to several senators in March that it had observed activity in Washington consistent with mobile subscriber identity catchers.

The growing migrant caravan on way to US border

TAPACHULA, Mexico — The caravan of Central American migrants moving through Mexico toward the U.S. border has bloomed to more than 7,000 people. Here’s why the caravan is bigger than previous ones and drawing so much attention.

The caravan is largely made up of young men and women with children fleeing Central America’s violence, poverty and corruption. Most are from Honduras, but hundreds have also joined from El Salvador Thousands of Central Americans migrants rush across the border towards Mexico and Guatemala. of Central American migrants Tijuana, where more than 200

Over the years, Mexican have been kidnapped by gangs people presented themselves at advocacy groups organized such demanding money or shaken the border and applied for asylum caravans to draw attention to the down by police. Some have been in the United States. The others plight of asylum seekers, mostly killed along the way. returned home, tried to sneak from Central America.

The caravans have into the United States or were

But this year’s migrant also become more popular deported by the U.S. or Mexico. caravan appears to be the biggest as smugglers up their prices, With just two weeks before the ever. Unlike past caravans that charging more than $10,000 to Nov. 6 midterm elections in the were organized mostly in Mexico, cross a U.S.-Mexico border that is U.S., Trump has seized on the this one started spontaneously in fortified by drones, cameras and migrant caravan to make border Honduras with about 160 people agents. security a political issue and leaving from the gang-plagued For years an annual energize his Republican base. city of San Pedro Sula. caravan was organized by Trump has accused

The group grew to more advocacy groups in southern Democrats of failing on border than 1,600 by the time it reached Mexico around Easter to draw policy and said the United States the Guatemalan border, fueled attention to the plight of Central will “begin cutting off” foreign by word of mouth and media American migrants. aid to Guatemala, Honduras coverage even as U.S. President But since Trump took and El Salvador for not stopping Donald Trump tweeted criticism office in 2017, the caravans have their people from migrating. He of the caravan. grabbed attention in the United said he is also considering using Migrants have States and grown from only a the U.S. military to seal off the increasingly banded together to few hundred to more than 1,000 border. travel through Mexico, believing people.

As Trump has tweeted the dangerous journey is safer to Earlier this year, a his criticisms, the caravan has make in large numbers. Dozens smaller caravan made its way to continued to grow.

‘Mockingbird’ chosen as America’s bestloved novel in vote

LOS ANGELES — “To Kill a Mockingbird,” a coming-of-age story about racism and injustice, overpowered wizards and time travelers to be voted America’s best-loved novel by readers nationwide.

The 1960 book by Harper Lee emerged as No. 1 in PBS’ “The Great American Read” survey, whose results were announced Tuesday on the show’s finale. More than 4 million votes were cast in the six-month-long contest that put 100 titles to the test. Books that were published as a series counted as a single entry.

The other top-five finishers in order of votes were Diana Gabaldon’s “Outlander” series about a time-spanning love; J.K. Rowling’s “Harry Potter” boy wizard tales; Jane Austen’s romance “Pride and Prejudice”; and J.R.R. Tolkien’s “The Lord of the Rings” fantasy saga.

Turns out the contest was a “Mockingbird” runaway.

“The novel started out at No. 1 on the first day of the vote, and it never wavered,” series host Meredith Vieira said.

Lee’s slender, Pulitzer Prize-winning novel proved enduring enough to overcome the popularity of hefty epics adapted as blockbuster movie franchises (the Potter and Tolkien works) or for TV (“Outlander”). Even “Pride and Prejudice,” the 200-year-old inspiration for numerous TV and movie versions and with an army of “Janeites” devoted to Austen and her work, couldn’t best Lee’s novel.

“To Kill a Mockingbird” has sold more than 40 million copies worldwide and remains a fixture on school reading lists. The 1962 screen adaptation won three Oscars, including a bestactor trophy for Gregory Peck’s portrayal of heroic Atticus Finch.

Set in the 1930s South, the book centers on attorney Finch and his young children, daughter Scout and son Jem. When Finch defends an African-American man falsely accused of assaulting a white woman, the trial and its repercussions open Scout’s eyes to the world around her, good and bad.

Lee’s second published novel, “Go Set a Watchman,” was written in the 1950s before “Mockingbird” but is essentially a sequel. After being put aside by the author, it was rediscovered and released in 2015. Lee died the next year at age 89.

Spanish police seize six tons of cocaine hidden in banana cargo

Spanish officials have seized more than six tons of cocaine hidden among bunches of bananas at an industrial estate in Malaga and arrested 16 people in connection to a suspected drugs ring, police said in a statement on Thursday.

More than 300,000 euros in cash, weapons and high-end cars were also confiscated after raiding more than 20 homes and business in relation to the bust, the police said.

A police statement said the suspects were smuggling drugs from Latin America via a company dedicated to importing large quantities of bananas and other fruit from Costa Rica, according to a statement.

The investigation into the drugs ring lasted for almost a year and also involved Portuguese and U.S. officials, it said.

In April, Spanish police made a record seizure of nearly nine tons of cocaine in a shipping container that was also carrying bananas in the southern port of Algeciras.

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Apple offers a range of iPhones, from $450 to $1,100

Apple’s new iPhone XR has most of the features found in the top-of-the-line iPhone XS Max, but not its $1,100 price tag. The XR offers the right trade-offs for just $750.

For something cheaper, you’ll need to look in the iPhone history bin. Older models are still quite good. If you’re shopping for a new phone, it pays to think hard about what you really want and what you’re willing to pay for it.

Improvements over the previous generation tend to be incremental, but can add up over time — and so do the sums you’ll pay for them.

IPHONE 7 ($449)

The big jump in iPhone cameras came a generation earlier with the iPhone 6S, when Apple went from 8 megapixels to 12 megapixels in resolution. With the iPhone 7, the front camera goes from 5 megapixels to 7 megapixels, so selfies don’t feel as inferior.

The iPhone 7 is Apple’s first to lose the standard headphone jack. Headphones go into its Lightning port, which is used for both charging and data transfer. It’s a pain when you want to listen to music while recharging the phone. For that, you need $159 wireless earphones called AirPods. Apple no longer includes an adapter for standard headphones; one will set you back $9 if you need it.

IPHONE 7 PLUS ($569)

This larger version of the iPhone 7 has a second camera lens in the back, allowing for twice the magnification without any degradation in image quality. It also lets the camera gauge depth and blur backgrounds in portrait shots, something once limited to full-featured SLR cameras. The dual-lens camera alone is a good reason to go for a Plus, though the larger size isn’t a good fit for those with small hands or small pockets.

IPHONE 8 ($599)

New color filters in the camera produce truer and richer colors, while a new flash technique

tries to light the foreground and background more evenly.

Differences are subtle, though.

The year-old model, similar in size to the iPhone 7, restores a glass back found in the earliest iPhones.

That’s done so you can charge it on a wireless-charging mat, which also solves the problem of listening to music while charging.

But with more glass, it’s even more important to get a case and perhaps a service plan.

IPHONE 8 PLUS ($699) Again, the Plus version has a larger screen and a second lens.

For those shots with blurred backgrounds, a new feature lets you add filters to mimic studio and other lighting conditions.

IPHONE XR ($749)

The display on Apple’s latest model, which comes out Friday, lacks the vivid colors, contrast quality and resolution of the pricier iPhone XS and XS Max. As with the XS models, though, you’ll still get a display that largely runs from edge to edge. Gone is most of the surrounding bezel along with the home button. Many tasks now require swipes rather than presses. The fingerprint ID sensor is replaced with facial recognition to unlock the phone.

There’s more display than the regular XS, but the phone itself is also larger — just not as large as the Max.

The camera continues to improve, with better focus and lowlight capabilities. Many shots now blend four exposures rather than two for better lighting balance in suboptimal conditions.

The XR doesn’t have the dual-lens

Facebook beyond Facebook?

Instagram, Messenger step up

NEW YORK — When Facebook bought Instagram for $1 billion in 2012, it seemed like a big gamble for an unproven little app. Six years later, that little app — along with Messenger and WhatsApp — are serving as Facebook’s safety net for a future that could find its flagship service on the sidelines.

Sure, Facebook reigns in social media today, and this is not likely to change soon. Still, amid the company’s seemingly endless troubles camera, though it can offer some over elections meddling, misinformation, privacy of the blurred-background effect lapses, hacking and hate speech, the idea that with software.

Facebook may not always be on top has begun to take hold.

IPHONE XS ($999)

“Facebook could collapse,” said David Kirkpatrick, who wrote a 2010 book on Facebook’s As with the iPhone X it replaces, early history. the new XS also has an edge-to In an interview, he said the elections edge display. The display has manipulations issue “could get so terrifying that about the same surface area as the iPhone 7 Plus and 8 Plus, advertisers could start to back away. That’s nowhere near happening now, but it could happen.” while the phone itself is only

That is, as Facebook stops being a virtual slightly larger than the regular watercooler for friendly conversation, but a lair iPhone 7 and 8. Improved display for trolls and misinformation — advertisers might technology means vivid colors and find the service too dangerous to showcase laundry better contrasts, including black detergent and shoes. that is black rather than simply

For now, Facebook is a social and dark. You also get a dual-lens advertising powerhouse. It has 2.23 billion users, camera. a number that’s still growing at a healthy pace outside of the U.S. Wall Street analysts project IPHONE XS MAX ($1,099) Facebook’s 2018 revenue will top $55 billion.

While the company doesn’t break out revenue

This is essentially the “Plus” version of the iPhone XS. among its apps, eMarketer estimates that Instagram will bring in 16 percent of Facebook’s The phone itself is about the size advertising revenue this year and 25 percent by of the Plus, but with more room 2020.

(The research firm does not have estimates for the display. This phone won’t for Messenger ads, which are still new and nascent, feel big for existing Plus users, and WhatsApp, which doesn’t have ads yet.) but think twice if you have small

“It really speaks to the fact that hands or small pockets. advertisers love Instagram,” eMarketer analyst

Apple no longer sells the Debra Aho Williamson said. “It has the appeal of iPhone SE , which is essentially a being a generally positive environment.” three-year-old iPhone 6S, packed

In fact, Instagram is becoming the top in a body that’s smaller but thicker social media service for many brands to interact than the iPhone 7 and 8. Though with consumers, said Yuval Ben-Itzhak, CEO of the trend in phones has been to the social media marketing firm Socialbakers. go bigger, some people preferred So even though these companies are reaching a the smaller size — and the $350 smaller audience than Facebook, these people price tag. You can try to get it from are “engaging,” or interacting, a lot more with the some wireless carriers and other advertisers, he said. retailers, at least for now.

Facebook is working hard to ensure

If you get an SE, 7 or 7 that Messenger and later, WhatsApp, become Plus, consider spending another $100 to quadruple the storage. viable businesses as well. On Tuesday, Facebook announced plans to make its Messenger app Those phones come with a paltry simpler and easier to use. But the redesign also 32 gigabytes, just half of what’s makes it clear that messages from businesses — standard these days. If you don’t and ads — are becoming increasingly important. upgrade, you risk filling up your phone quickly with photos, video, Such messages are now front and center alongside messages with friends and other individuals. songs and podcasts.

Yahoo to pay $50M, other costs for massive security breach

SAN FRANCISCO — Yahoo has agreed to pay $50 million in damages and provide two years of free creditmonitoring services to 200 million people whose email addresses and other personal information were stolen as part of the biggest security breach in history.

The restitution hinges on federal court approval of a settlement filed late Monday in a 2-year-old lawsuit seeking to hold Yahoo accountable for digital burglaries that occurred in 2013 and 2014, but weren’t disclosed until 2016.

It adds to the financial fallout from a security lapse that provided a

mortifying end to Yahoo’s existence as an independent company and former CEO Marissa Mayer’s six-year reign.

Yahoo revealed the problem after it had already negotiated a $4.83 billion deal to sell its digital services to Verizon Communications. It then had to discount that price by $350 million to reflect its tarnished brand and the specter of other potential costs stemming from the breach.

Verizon will now pay for one half of the settlement cost, with the other half paid by Altaba Inc., a company that was set up to hold Yahoo’s investments in Asian companies and other assets

after the sale. Altaba already paid a $35 million fine imposed by the Securities and Exchange Commission for Yahoo’s delay in disclosing the breach to investors.

About 3 billion Yahoo accounts were hit by hackers that included some linked to Russia by the FBI .

The settlement reached in a San Jose, California, court covers about 1 billion of those accounts held by an estimated 200 million people in the U.S. and Israel from 2012 through 2016.

Claims for a portion of the $50 million fund can be submitted by any eligible Yahoo accountholder who suffered losses resulting from the

security breach. The costs can include such things as identity theft, delayed tax refunds or other problems linked to having had personal information pilfered during the Yahoo break-ins.

The fund will compensate Yahoo accountholders at a rate of $25 per hour for time spent dealing with issues triggered by the security breach, according to the preliminary settlement.

Those with documented losses can ask for up to 15 hours of lost time, or $375.

Those who can’t document losses can file claims seeking up to five hours, or $125, for their time spent dealing with the breach.

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

DIRECTOR OF GUEST EXPERIENCE AND OPERATIONS In this key role, you are responsible the smooth operation of the properties including but not limited to: •Front of House of the Resorts, Housekeeping, Laundry, Pool & Beach, Loss Prevention and Maintenance operations •Handle guest concerns relating to experience, service and payments •Attends meetings to determine information and/or activities that have impact on Guest and Hotel operations •Prepares agendas and manages meetings as directed by the General Managers •Develops and implements new departmental policies and procedures to ensure smooth operation; maintains current departments’ policies and procedures •Reviews the payroll and work schedule for each of the departments •Reviews and ensures that all Operations Manuals and logs for each of the departments are maintained •Oversees hiring, training, and supervision of all Housekeeping, Laundry, •Troubleshoots problem situations to assure procedures and processes are examined to prevent reoccurrence •Oversees counseling, performance reviews and terminations •Adheres to WHML Standards for Guest Service and all operations •Reports and documents any observed or known safety hazards, conditions or unsafe practices and procedures to management immediately •Performs other job-related duties as directed Requirements: •Must possess prior hotel management experience of no less than 10 to 15 years Front Office/Guest Services department head experience •Must possess 5 to 7 years’ experience as a Director of Operations •Must possess excellent organizational, written and verbal communication skills •Bilingual preferably English, French and Spanish •Must possess accounting aptitude with the ability to manage payroll and budgetary records.

•Must possess a professional, outgoing, guest-service oriented manner •Must possess the ability to interact with a variety of people, and remain calm and professional in stressful situations •Must be able to work a flexible schedule to include overnights, weekends and holidays •Must be friendly, courteous, service-oriented, and flexible and enjoy working with a variety of staff and guests •Must have knowledge of the Engineering and Maintenance department in order to make proper decisions regarding Waste Water Treatment Plants, A/C, Electrical, among others •Must possess working knowledge of computers and software •Must be well versed in all areas of PMS and POS hotel systems, including but not limited to: Microsoft Office, Opera, HotSoS, Micros, Delphi •Must be detail-oriented and work effectively under pressure while meeting all applicable deadlines •Must be able to work independently and productively with minimum supervision; Salary for this position begins at $60,000.00 per annum and will commensurate with qualifications and experience.

GROUP EXECUTIVE PASTRY CHEF Reporting to the Vice President of Hospitality, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following: Responsibilities: •Monitors customer satisfaction and consistently offer professional, friendly and proactive guest service while supporting fellow colleagues •Directs and oversees the pastry and baking functions of the kitchen(s), including menu development, •Develop new dessert, pastry and bread products while testing and developing recipes •Will be responsible for the creation of dessert menus to maximize profits and minimize loss.

•Lead and manage the quality and quantity of the Pastry department, as well as coordinate the production as it relates to banquet and restaurant functions •Create budgets and adhering to sanitation regulations.

•Maintaining payroll costs, inventories, purchasing, cost control and productivity within budgeted guidelines •Supervising employees, ordering supplies, •To assist in the recruitment and training of all new Pastry Cooks •Balance operational, administrative and Colleague needs •Follow company policies, procedures and service standards •Follow all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage •Other duties as may be assigned by management •A formal contract will be drawn up once you have accepted our offer. Meanwhile this letter outlines the basic employment agreement.

Requirements: •Minimum of 5 years of previous Food and Beverage international experience in a senior leadership role.

•University/College degree •Computer literate in Microsoft Window applications required •Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities •Developed proficiency with forecasting, cost controls and scheduling through related experience.

•Dynamic, enthusiastic, creative leader who thrives under pressure and is able to perform multiple functions and troubleshoot when need.

•Highly responsible & reliable with the ability to work well under pressure in fast paced environment.

•Ability to work cohesively as part of a team •Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times •Must be able to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays.

Salary range for this position begins at $45,000.00 per annum and will

commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the successful applicant.

FINANCIAL CONTROLLER Reporting to the General Manager, the financial controller is responsible for managing accounting and monitoring internal controls, including banking and finances activities, proper reporting and payment to all taxing authorities, related purchases and corporate documentation.

Requirements •CPA Certification (CA, CGA or CMA) •3 to 5 years of relevant experience in hospitality financial management •Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Visual One and IQware accounting software •Verbal and written English and good interpersonal skills •Capacity to plan and organize work •Analytical skills and problem-solving capacities Salary for this position begins at $72,000.00 per annum and will commensurate with qualifications and experience.

EXECUTIVE SOUS CHEF Reporting to the Executive Chef, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following: Responsibilities: •Candidate must demonstrate a proven track record of successfully leading/ managing in an upscale Food & Beverage environment; with strong culinary experience and training.

•Responsible for the execution of all company policies and procedures, ensuring that all services provided achieve the established standards within the agreed budgetary controls.

•Advise the Executive Chef on all matters relating to the kitchen area and ensure a high standard of cleanliness and hygienic practice throughout the kitchen.

•To assist the Executive Chef in budgeting i.e food cost/payroll/etc.

•Ensure guest satisfaction with the smooth and effective running of the day-to-day operation.

•Organize training and development of culinary staff members through the training department •To maintain control of the standards for purchasing and receiving items.

•To test and evaluate products for quality, paying particular attention to yield/holding qualities/market price and wastage •Constantly inspect all food service sections during service time to ensure that the correct standards are maintained.

•Responsible for control of equipment and scheduling maintenance.

Requirements: •Minimum of 5 years of previous Food and Beverage international experience in a senior leadership role.

•University/College degree •Computer literate in Microsoft Window applications required •Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities •Developed proficiency with forecasting, cost controls and scheduling through related experience.

•Dynamic, enthusiastic, creative leader who thrives under pressure and is able to perform multiple functions and troubleshoot when need.

•Highly responsible & reliable with the ability to work well under pressure in fast paced environment.

•Ability to work cohesively as part of a team •Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times •Must be able to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays.

Salary range for this position begins at $42,000.00 per annum and will commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the successful applicant.

FOOD AND BEVERAGE MANAGER Reporting to the General Manager responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following: •Consistently offer professional, friendly and engaging service.

•Lead and manage the day to day operations of the Food & Beverage Division ensuring all service standards are followed.

•Drive innovative promotions, menus and concepts; creating a destination of choice for both Hotel and external guests.

•Lead and support all Food & Beverage departments in the achievement of their financial and operational targets.

•Prepare annual budgets and administer in a fiscally responsible manner.

•Implement effective control of food, beverage, labor and operating expenses throughout the F&B division.

•Assist in the preparation of the annual strategic plan and achieve the goals and targets therein.

•Ensure the implementation of standards in guest service and constantly seek out ways to improve product and service as well as increase volumes and profits.

•Follow department policies, procedures and service standards.

•Follow all safety policies Requirements: •Minimum of 5 years of previous Food and Beverage international experience in a senior leadership role •University/College degree •Computer literate in Microsoft Window applications required •Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities •Highly responsible & reliable with the ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment •Ability to work cohesively as part of a team •Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times Salary range for this position begins at $50,000.00 per annum and will

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

Closing date October 12th 2018

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WATERLOO HOTEL MANAGEMENT LTD Waterloo Hotel Management Ltd is looking to fill the following position. commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the successful applicant.

Salary for this position is at a maximum of $27,000 per annum. Starting point will depend on qualifications and experience.

PAINTER Position Summary: •Washes, scrapes, sands, torches, and/or smooth interior and exterior surfaces prior to painting, varnishing, lacquering or applying other related materials.

•Cleans equipment, paint mixing area, and work area.

•Operates compressors, striping machines, sandblasters, spray equipment, and other small power equipment.

•Installs, repairs, and maintains drywall, wall texturing, and ceiling acoustic texturing.

•Operates heavy lift equipment including scissors, and boom swing stage to heights of 80 feet.

•Erects various types of scaffolding, staging, ladders, and planks to reach surfaces of work area for Painters and others.

•Applies paints, stains, surface preparatory materials, and undercoating materials to a variety of surfaces as instructed.

•Ability to work with minimal, or no supervision. Be honest, reliable and hardworking.

SALES INVENTORY CLERK Job Summary: •Promote, seek out, and suggest selections that meet customer’s needs and consummate new and repeat business for sales of Company products •Performs job in a professional manner by representing the Company honestly and fairly with regard to maintaining good public relations with all customers, competitors, and vendors •Maintains neat, clean sales displays, keeps shelves properly stocked •Prepares and inputs sales transactions utilizing Sale system •Assist with shipping and receiving, and takes inventory as needed

Salary range for this position begins at $11.00 per hour and will commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the successful applicant.

DIRECTOR OF ALL-INCLUSIVE SERVICES Reporting directly to the Vice President. The position is to oversee and direct the daily operations of the Front Office, Guests Services, Tour Operations and Diamond Club.

Specific duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: •Execute and/or coordinate all staff schedules and related activities.

•Supervise the operations of all Guests’ Services Departments and Night Audit.

•Management of all financial function and revenue collection.

•Assist in the installation of any new software - document retention, inventory management, payroll, POS. •Preparation of budgets, forecasts and cash flows.

•Maintenance of financial ledgers and daily departmental accounting processes.

•Ensuring that appropriate systems and internal controls are implemented and maintained.

•Overseeing the Payroll process.

Qualification: •10 years’ experience in all inclusive operations. Multi-Unit resort operations experience is preferred • Proven leadership skills with a strong ability to assess talent and build effective teams.

•Hands on ability to plan, organize, prioritize and effectively manage multiple complex projects concurrently within a fast-paced and growth environment.

•Proven success in collaborative leadership and working with cross-functional leadership.

•Ability to create effective project management plans, timelines and organization processes.

•Strong business acumen with results orientation to drive key business performance metrics.

•Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal; ability to communicate with individuals at all levels of the organization.

Salary range for this position begins at $48,000.00 per annum and will commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the successful applicant.

SPA MANAGER JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: •Create and maintain service contracts, ensuring accuracy and compliance.

•Demonstrate an exceptional level of professionalism for the staff to emulate.

•Train and supervise staff including employee performance evaluation.

•Effectively administer and monitor Staff scheduling and payroll procedures.

•Conduct promotional campaigns, and guide business decisions by keeping abreast with all Spa industry trends measuring productivity and monitor progress.

•Maintain fresh, effective programs to consistently retain and grow customer base.

•Interpret Financial Reports and provide expertise on (projected) Revenue vs.

Expenses.

•Control ongoing service and product margin analysis to ensure profitability.

•Implement opportunities for managing operational costs and boosting the bottom line.

•Develop procedures for accurate inventory control and monitoring.

•Implement full Spa product and service purchasing standards and ensure compliance.

•Anticipate, identify and ensure customer needs are being met in the best possible way.

•Monitor customer satisfaction with surveys, focus groups and comment cards.

•Ensure equipment is maintained in good working order.

•Several other spa management/operation duties as may be required by management.

REQUIREMENTS: •Must have minimum of 3-4 years of experience as a Spa Manager/Supervisor.

•Associates or Bachelor’s degree in hospitality, resort or business management from a technical school, college or university •Must have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal •Must be organized, timely and detailed oriented.

•Must be proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.

•Must be reliable and have outstanding customer service skills.

•Must be able to meet deadlines and prioritize tasks.

•Must have outstanding leadership skills.

Salary range for the positions listed above begin at $6.50 per hour and will commensurate with qualifications and experience.

REVERSE OSMOSIS AND WASTE WATER PLANT PLANT OPERATOR JOB DESCRIPTION •Monitors the performance of all equipment, gauges and charts in the Reverse Osmosis and Waste Water treatment plant.

•Records statistical data concerning plant operations.

•Maintains, operates, repairs and replaces equipment as necessary.

•Operates, maintains, and repairs malfunctions at the reverse osmosis and wastewater treatment plant; repairs gauges, pumps, filters and other controls and equipment.

•Maintains, modifies or repairs instrumentation and control equipment including recorders, flowmeter and other water quality monitoring equipment.

•Operates and maintains well pumps and pump station.

•Cleans wet wells and operates pumps and valves to control and adjust flow and treatment process.

LABORATORY OPERATIONS •Charts lab test results for trend analysis and maintains accurate records of analyses and test results.

•Evaluates data and writes reports as required.

•Collects samples and identifies concentrations of chemical, physical or biological characteristics of wastewater required in accordance with local, state, and federal requirements.

•Gathers and tests wastewater and R.O. samples for plant efficiency reports as required in accordance with Local, State, and Federal requirements.

Performs quality control tests on lab equipment and lab analyses.

GENERAL •Assures that plant operates within required standards.

•Maintains drawings and schematics of electrical and other systems in both plants.

•Monitors performance of electrical systems, circuits or equipment of both plants..

•Excellent health.

•Good written and verbal communication in English and Spanish EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS •Chemical Engineer WORKING EXPERIENCE •Minimum 5 years experience working with Reverse Osmosis and Waste Water Treatment Plants.

Salary range for this position begins at $45,000.00 per annum and will commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the successful applicant.

NAIL TECHNICIAN Responsibilities •Paint fingernails and toenails •Clean, cut and shape nails •Recommend colors, rhinestones and designs based on each customer’s style •Remove previously applied polish •Prepare and clean beauty station in-between appointments •Sterilize equipment before use •Inform clients about additional services and offers (e.g. loyalty discounts, eyebrow waxing) •Give hand and foot massages •Offer nail care treatment tips (e.g. how to strengthen nails and how to make manicures last longer) •Up-sell treatments and beauty products, when appropriate •Take an interest in customers (e.g. chatting with them during appointments and remembering their preferences) Requirements • Proven work experience as a Nail Technician, Manicurist or similar role • Expertise in basic and advanced nail techniques, including french manicures, airbrushing and gel manicures • Knowledge of cosmetology trends • Understanding of sanitation and sterilization standards • Experience in customer service • High school diploma • Certification in Cosmetology or Nail Art is a plus Salary range for the positions listed above begin at $6.50 per hour and will commensurate with qualifications and experience.

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

Closing date October 12th 2018

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▪ Excellent team player with team building skills.

▪ Oral and written communication skills.

▪ Management skills.

▪ Supervisory skills.

▪ Must be able to use Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point etc.).

▪ Ability to deliver to strict deadlines and to work under pressure.

Starting salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

VACANCY: COMPLIANCE OFFICER

VACANCY: LEGAL OFFICER 1. POSITION SUMMARY-OVERVIEW: This is a senior professional position, which has corporate wide responsibility for all legal matters arising in connection with the administration of the National Health Insurance Programme. The Legal Counsel is the legal advisor to the NHIB. He or she is required to manage a variety of legal matters impacting the administration of the National Health Insurance scheme, appear in all courts and tribunals on behalf of the NHIB to play a key role in the identification and management of legal risk issues across the organization. He/she is deemed to be performing satisfactorily when the outputs for this position are achieved.

2. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Providing legal advice and opinions on all matters required by the Board, its divisions and departments.

• Reviewing and drafting contracts, leases, conveyances, bonds, securities, bill of sale, mortgages, deeds of variation, deeds of release and other legal documents.

• Recovering contributions and all monies owed to the National Health Insurance Board.

• Attending the National Appeals Tribunal and conducting appeals on behalf of the Board.

• Liaising with external Attorneys with respect to the litigation portfolio including the preparation of briefs to external counsel.

• Assisting with the provision of training in the understanding of the National Health Insurance Ordinance.

• Drafting, in association with the office of the Attorney General, new or amending legislation, and regulations, reciprocal and other agreements, etc.

• Providing legal scrutiny of instructions, leaflets, etc.; in-so-far as they explain or interpret the provisions of National Health Insurance Plan.

• Advising on matters of general law, which may arise in connection with administration of oaths and affirmation; property transfer and terms of service of service.

• Submitting Monthly Reports to Executive Management on all legal activities.

• Initiating Prosecutions and Prosecuting Employer and Self-employed for arrears.

• Interpreting the National Health Insurance Board Ordinance and Regulations for all staff on a as needs basis.

• Assessing and advising on eligibility of beneficiaries.

• Interpreting other Ordinances as they relate to the registration and benefits of NHIB beneficiaries.

• Drafting legal opinions for advancement to the Chief Executive Officer on all matters arising under the Legislation.

• Conducting ongoing training on the National Health Insurance Board Legislation.

• Performing other related duties as may be required from time to time.

3. REQUIRED EDUCATION EXPERISE/SKILLS This position requires: • A Law Degree, a Post Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice and designation Attorney at Law. • At least four (4) years post qualification experience to acquire the necessary competencies to effectively respond to the challenges of the job.

• Solid competencies in legal drafting, Litigation, Opinion writing and legal research.

• Must be able to use Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Power Point etc.).

• Excellent team player with team building skills.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

• Ability to deliver to strict deadlines and to work under pressure.

Starting salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

VACANCY: COMPLIANCE MANAGER 1. POSITION SUMMARY-OVERVIEW: This is a management position, which has unit wide responsibility for ensuring compliance to the NHIB Ordinance and Regulations. The incumbent provides leadership to a team of Compliance Officers and with the support of the Compliance Supervisor, schedules audits of businesses and self-employed persons; reviews arrears reports to determine the level of compliance; plan and review audits of wage books to ensure that all employees are properly registered, and the correct amount of contributions are collected and remitted to the Board; monitor investigations in order to establish the level of compliance is being maintained. The generation of results are deemed acceptable when: there is a high level of compliance with NHIB ordinances; there is an increase in the number of contributors; there is a decrease in the number of non-compliant employers and self-employed persons; accurate case files are prepared which aid in the prosecution of non-compliant employers and self-employed persons; and staff are properly trained and supervised.

2. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ▪ Reviewing activities of all compliance staff on a daily basis.

▪ Managing the workload of the department to ensure effective delegation of work to the compliance officers.

▪ Evaluating the efficiency of controls in the compliance section and improving them continuously.

▪ Revising procedures, reports etc. periodically to identify hidden risks or non-conformity issues.

▪ Training and assessing Compliance Officers.

▪ Managing the resolution of compliance issues which may arise.

▪ Managing and executing legal activities in prosecution of employer and self-employed in arrears.

▪ Consulting with legal officer/representative as necessary to address difficult compliance issues.

▪ Interpretation of the NHIB Ordinances and Regulations for all staff on a regular basis.

▪ Making recommendations for amendments to the Ordinances.

▪ Submission of monthly reports to the Chief Financial Officer on all compliance activities.

▪ Reviewing the analysis of arrears reports.

▪ Attending court to represent the Board’s interests.

▪ Planning surveys to determine compliance levels.

▪ Reviewing noncompliance notices and warning letters to be issued.

▪ Managing and monitoring the execution of all signed payment plans.

▪ Scheduling and conducting investigations to ensure contributions are current.

▪ Preparing and distributing documents that educate others on how to improve compliance.

▪ Planning and managing activities to ensure all agreed targets are conscientiously pursued and realized.

▪ Preparation of management reports regarding compliance operations and progress.

▪ Travel throughout the TCI to meet with Employer/Self Employed in relation to collection of arrears and other compliance issues.

▪ Performance of other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor or any other person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

3. REQUIRED EDUCATION EXPERISE/SKILLS This position requires four (4) years on the job experience to acquire the necessary competencies to effectively respond to the challenges of the job.

▪ Bachelor’s Degree in Management or related field.

▪ Knowledge of the operation of the National Health Insurance Board.

▪ Knowledge of the statutory regulations governing the National Health Insurance Board.

▪ Knowledge of bookkeeping and payroll audits.

1. POSITION SUMMARY-OVERVIEW: This is an administrative support position, which has floor level responsibility for ensuring compliance to NHIB Ordinances and Regulations. The Compliance Officer assists with the analysis of arrears reports to determine the level of compliance; assists with the auditing of wage books to ensure that all employees are properly registered and the correct amount of contributions collected and remitted to the Board; assists with investigations to establish the level of compliance and assists with the preparation of case files to enable prosecution of non-compliant employers and self-employed persons. The Officer is expected to generate results that are deemed acceptable when there is a high level of compliance with NHIB ordinances; an increase in the number of contributors; a decrease in the number of non-compliant employers and self-employed persons and accurate case files to aid in the prosecution of non-complaint entities and individuals, are prepared.

This position is with NHIB’s office on Grand Turk.

2. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ▪ Assisting with the analysis of arrears reports.

▪ Conducting surveys to determine compliance levels.

▪ Conducting investigations to ensure contributions are current.

▪ Recording and reporting daily findings on surveys or field work.

▪ Serving noncompliance notices and warning letters.

▪ Assisting with the preparation of case files for prosecution of non-compliant entities and individuals.

▪ Attending court to represent the Board’s interest when required.

▪ Inspecting wage books to ensure accurate payments are being made ▪ Visiting non-compliant contributors or those in arrears to encourage them to bring payments up to date.

▪ Contacting employers in relation to the submission of Contribution Statements.

▪ Preparing spreadsheets illustrating debt owed by Employers and the Self Employed.

▪ Assessing, negotiating and preparing payment plans on delinquent accounts.

▪ Monitoring all signed payment plans to ensure that payments are being made on a timely basis.

▪ Traveling throughout the TCI to meet with employer/self-employed in relation to collection of arrears and other compliance issues.

▪ Drafting daily reports on compliance activities conducted and submission to the Collections. Supervisor for review.

▪ Ensuring all agreed targets are conscientiously pursued and realized.

▪ Provision of administrative support in order to ensure effective and efficient office operations.

▪ Performs other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor or any other person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

3. REQUIRED EDUCATION EXPERISE/SKILLS ▪ Associate degree from an accredited college.

▪ Excellent knowledge of the Turks and Caicos Islands Legal Procedures.

▪ Excellent working knowledge of Information Systems.

▪ General book-keeping knowledge.

▪ Minimum of 4yrs working experience.

▪ Ability to write reports and business correspondence.

▪ Demonstrate a high level of integrity and professionalism.

▪ Ability to work as a team.

▪ Very detail oriented with the ability to multi-task.

▪ Shows initiative.

▪ Time management skills.

▪ Ability to be able to work efficiently with little or no supervision.

Starting salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

VACANCY: SENIOR REGISTRATION OFFICER 1. POSITION SUMMARY-OVERVIEW: This administrative position provides support to the Registration Department where all NHIP members are registered in accordance with NHIB Ordinance and Regulations. The Senior Registration Officer maintains members’ files, inputs new and existing member information into PCM database, deals with customer inquiries and assists with performing day-to-day administrative/clerical tasks as needed.

2. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ▪ Processing change requests (by way of forms, direct email and Eservices software are processed in a timely manner.

▪ Contacting employers in relation to the submission of change requests/registration documents (when additional documents are required for processing).

▪ Registering applicants for NHIP coverage in a timely manner and assisting with the processing of enrollment forms as needed.

▪ Submitting a monthly “documents collected” report.

▪ Accurate Member Record Management: creating and updating/maintaining member records/files by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.

▪ Scanning registration documents/change requests and attaching the appropriate documents to members’ records (legal status documents, passport, etc.)

▪ Communicating with employers, human resources agents/office administrators, pharmacies and other hospital/medical personnel regarding eligibility queries (via office visit, telephone and email).

▪ Reporting non-compliant registration issues to the Compliance Department.

▪ Ensuring customers are served in a professional manner.

▪ Ensuring all registration queries are answered or directed to the immediate supervisor.

▪ Performing other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor or any other person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

3. REQUIRED EDUCATION EXPERISE/SKILLS ▪ Associate degree from an accredited college.

▪ Excellent knowledge of the Turks and Caicos Islands Legal Procedures.

▪ Excellent working knowledge of Information Systems.

▪ General book-keeping knowledge.

▪ Minimum of 4yrs working experience.

▪ Ability to write reports and business correspondence.

▪ Demonstrate a high level of integrity and professionalism.

▪ Ability to work as a team.

▪ Very detail oriented with the ability to multi-task.

▪ Ability to show initiative.

▪ Excellent time management skills.

▪ Able to use Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.).

▪ Ability to be able to work efficiently with little or no supervision.

Starting salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

VACANCY: REGISTRATION OFFICER 1. POSITION SUMMARY-OVERVIEW: The Registration Officer collects, updates and verifies all enrollment documents received from customers; ensures that all members are registered in accordance with the NHIB Ordinance and Regulations; maintains member files by inputting new and existing members’ information into PCM database; dealing with customer inquiries and performs day-to-day clerical tasks as needed.

2. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ▪ Reviewing all registration forms prior to processing to ensure all necessary

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• CCS, CCS-P or CPC certification is an asset.

• Evidence of continuing education to support certification.

Starting salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

VACANCY: ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT 1. POSITION SUMMARY-OVERVIEW: This administrative position has responsibility for provision of secretarial/administrative support services to the Chief Executive Officer in the Providenciales Branch office. The Administrative Assistant coordinates the CEO’s activities including accommodating visitors, making appointments, responding to correspondence and data management for the CEO. The incumbent is expected to generate results and is deemed effective when: systems are in place to protect confidential information; correspondence answered in a timely manner, and general administrative and clerical duties are performed. documents are attached.

▪ Stamping all registration forms when received.

▪ Keying registration details for all categories of registration ▪ Updating all work permit renewals in the system.

▪ Ensuring all registration forms are scanned and attached to the correct member’s record.

▪ Processing forms in a timely manner.

▪ Taking photos for NHIB ID cards.

▪ Filing of registration forms.

▪ Contacting employers in relation to the submission of registration forms for verification.

▪ Updating all work permit renewals in the system.

▪ Processing change request forms for addition/termination of employees in the absence of the Senior Registration Officer.

▪ Be knowledgeable about the payments policies and procedures.

▪ Be knowledgeable about the Clearance Letter policies and procedures.

▪ Assisting with maintaining a positive image of the NHIB. ▪ Providing administrative support in order to ensure effective and efficient office operations o Ensuring that all supporting documents are accessible and filed appropriately o Ensuring the confidentiality and security of all registration files.

▪ Ensuring customers are served in a professional manner.

▪ Ensuring that all registration queries are answered or directed to the immediate supervisor.

3. REQUIRED EDUCATION EXPERISE/SKILLS • At least a High School Diploma; Associates Degree preferred.

• Customer service experience.

• Able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

• Data is entered accurately.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Able to use Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.).

• Reliable, able to handle pressure, show initiative and adept at multi-tasking.

• Must be a team player Starting salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

VACANCY: RECEPTIONIST 1. POSITION SUMMARY-OVERVIEW: This is an administrative support position, which provides customer service directly to clients at the front desk or via the telephone. This included dealing with customer inquiries. In addition to manning the front desk, the receptionist assists with scheduling appointments; filing and scanning of documents; ensuring all the NHIB files/records are filed and saved accurately to the members’ records while adhering to the rules governing patient/client confidentiality.

2. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ▪ Manning the front desk which included interacting directly with clients in person and via phone.

▪ Scheduling appointments with clients for NHIP departments.

▪ Obtaining and preparing documentation for record retention purposes.

▪ Retrieving files for scanning and refilling upon completion of scanning the documents.

▪ Reviewing and verify the correct data to be attached to each file.

▪ Filing of documents for various departments.

▪ Providing support to the Administrative Assistant and Administrator with daily administrative functions to ensure effective and efficient office operations.

• Ensuring the confidentiality and security of all files being handled.

▪ Performing other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor or any other person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

3. REQUIRED EDUCATION EXPERISE/SKILLS ▪ This position requires a high school diploma and a minimum of 5CXC GCE ▪ Excellent written, oral communication and interpersonal skills.

▪ Must be able to use Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point etc.).

▪ Excellent team player with team building skills.

▪ Able to deliver to strict deadlines and work under pressure.

▪ Able to work with highly confidential information and maintain file security Starting salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

VACANCY: VERIFICATION OFFICER 1. POSITION SUMMARY-OVERVIEW: To perform highly technical and specialized coding functions for the Claims Department, within the National Health Insurance Board. The employee reviews, analyses, and codes diagnostic and procedural information that determines payments. The primary function of this position is to perform ICD-10-CM, CPT and HCPCS coding for payments for medical services. The coding function is a primary source data and information used in health care, promotes provider/patient continuity, accurate database information. The coding function also ensures compliance with established universal coding guidelines. A Verification Officer is specifically qualified to do this thereby ensuring the institution has accurate information in a format that can be used for monitoring, evaluation and planning.

2. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Assigns and sequences ICD-10-CM/CPT/HCPCS codes to diagnoses and procedures for documented information.

• Assures the final diagnoses and operative procedures as stated by the physician are valid and complete.

• Abstracts all necessary information from health records to identify secondary complications and co-morbid conditions.

• Abstracts all necessary information and assigns codes (ICD-10, CPT & HCPCS), which most accurately describe each documented diagnosis, surgical procedure, special therapy or procedure according to established guidelines.

• Determine if the final diagnoses and procedures stated by the physician or other health care providers are valid and complete.

• Performs a comprehensive review of records to ensure the presence of all component parts such as: patient and record identification, signatures and dates where required, other necessary data in the presence of all reports which appear to be indicated by the nature of the treatment rendered.

• Evaluates the record for documentation consistency and adequacy.

• Ensures that the final diagnosis accurately reflects the care and treatment rendered.

• Reviews the records for compliance with established TPAs when submitted.

• Ensures that Claims Officers establish and maintain a log for claims processed by assigning batch numbers.

• Performs all duties according to established claim procedures and company policy.

• Performs other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor or any other person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

3. REQUIRED EDUCATION EXPERISE/SKILLS • An Associate Degree.

• At least one year of experience with medical coding using ICD-10-CM or equivalent.

2. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Provides professional secretarial services for the Chief Executive Officer.

• Arranges the appointment diary of the Chief Executive Officer • Meets and greets CEO’s guests • Provides professional management of CEO’s telephone calls • Responds to routine office correspondence.

• Drafts response to correspondence for the Chief Executive Officer’s signature.

• Maintains proper database for data storage and retrieval of information.

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).

• Excellent communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills.

• Opens, sorts and distributes incoming correspondence for CEO and the Board.

• Prepares and modifies internal/external documents including correspondence, reports, drafts, memos and emails.

• Takes minutes at CEO initiated meetings such as Heads of Department meetings.

• Plans, organises and co-ordinates functions and special events for the Board and CEO. • Assists with the preparation of business presentations.

• Coordinates Board appeals and other meetings.

• Assists with general office administration.

• Ensures that the NHIB buildings, generator, A/C units and grounds are properly maintained.

• Performs other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor or any other person authorized to give instructions or assignments 4. REQUIRED EDUCATION EXPERISE/SKILLS This position requires a High School Diploma and three (3) years on the job experience; an Associate’s Degree from an accredited College is preferred. Also: • Excellent secretarial skills • Excellent time management skills • Telephone skills • Strong written, oral and computer literacy skills • Knowledgeable of data processing, spreadsheet preparation and presentation graphics programmes.

• Effective, interpersonal, communication and customer services skills Starting salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

VACANCY: MARKETING/PUBLIC RELATIONS AND ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT 1. POSITION SUMMARY-OVERVIEW: This is an administrative support position, which is generally accountable for ensuring that the general public is aware of how the National Health Insurance Plan works, understands how to access the service and benefits at the NHIB, the personal returns and advantages of paying contribution to the Health insurance fund. The incumbent must develop the necessary high impact programs and improve public image of the NHIB. This positon will oversee the corporate image of the NHIB by organizing Public Relation activities.

2. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ▪ Booking radio, TV and print advertisements.

▪ Monitoring NHIP website for pertinent material or messages and forwarding same to the CEO. ▪ Updating NHIP website with current content.

▪ Liaising with the department heads/managers to develop content for publishing online and on print, TV or radio media.

▪ Managing and maintaining the content and material for a periodical internal email magazine.

▪ Preparation and maintenance of profiles of all employees; content to be used in marketing the NHIP on websites and other media.

▪ Liaising with department managers to design and produce Preventative Health Care Programmes.

▪ Liaising with Human Resource Manager to broadcast internal messages.

▪ Supporting the CFO in managing the strategic marketing plan.

▪ Supporting the CFO in designing and completing templates for the Annual Report ▪ Supporting the CEO in managing annual events.

▪ Supporting the CEO in designing and producing pronouncements for online and print media (with legal advice).

▪ Visiting schools and other fora to make presentations on behalf of the NHIP ▪ Using personal face and voice in producing advertisements for NHIP (when needed) ▪ Pricing and costing media productions with support from finance.

▪ Conducts reviews of customer service quality assurance standards/protocols.

▪ Conducts customer care surveys and provide feedback to the CEO. ▪ Ensures all agreed targets are conscientiously pursued and realized.

▪ Provides administrative support in order to ensure effective and efficient office operations. o Ensures that all supporting documents are accessible and filed appropriately. o Ensures the confidentiality and security of all files.

▪ Performs other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor or any other person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

3. REQUIRED EDUCATION EXPERISE/SKILLS ▪ Associates Degree in Communications/Public Relations or equivalent with 3 years of experience in marketing and sales; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

▪ Knowledgeable of Research Methods.

▪ Ability to write reports and business correspondence.

▪ Demonstrates a high level of integrity and professionalism.

▪ Ability to work as a team.

▪ Very detail oriented with the ability to multi-task.

▪ Excellent time management skills.

▪ Shows initiative.

▪ Ability to be able to work efficiently with little or no supervision.

▪ Strong written, oral and computer literacy skills.

▪ Knowledgeable of data processing, spreadsheet preparation and presentation graphics programmes.

▪ Knowledgeable of use of various social media platforms.

▪ Excellent interpersonal, communication and customer services skills.

4. PERFORMANCE CRITERIA The incumbent is deemed to be perming his duties effectively when: ▪ The organization’s website is up to date/relevant.

▪ The organization publishes a public information document.

▪ The public image of the NHIB continues to improve.

▪ There is a marketing and promotional plan in action.

▪ NHIB annual events calendar is managed.

▪ Preventive Health Programmes is launched.

▪ All Marketing targets are met.

Starting salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Please submit applications to: The National Health Insurance Board 55/56 Salt Mills Plaza Grace Bay Road Providenciales Email: recruitment@tcinhip.tc Deadline: 4 November 2018

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SPORTS

Rihanna turns down Super Lakers’ early struggles are normal, Bowl show, backs Kaepernick says James

Los Angeles, CA, Houston Rockets guard Chris Paul (3) guards Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) in the first half of the game at Staples Center

LOS ANGELES - Los Angeles Lakers’ new forward LeBron James said he was not disappointed with the defeats in the first two games and the early struggles were normal for a side that overhauled their roster in the offseason to bring in the league’s best player.

The Lakers fell 124-115 to the visiting Houston Rockets to spoil James’ debut at Staples Center after dropping their season opener to the Trail Blazers in Portland last Thursday.

“I’m not disappointed at all,” the threetime NBA champion, who signed a four-year, $154 million deal with the Lakers in July, told reporters.

“I understand that we’re going to have some struggles, some early struggles. And nobody said it was going to be easy. We had some miscues down the stretch. We had some missed shots. But that’s how the cookie crumbles sometimes. But I’m not disappointed at all.”

The game will be best remembered for a fist fight that broke out in the fourth quarter that led to the ejections of Lakers’ Brandon Ingram and Rajon Rondo and Chris Paul of the Rockets.

James, who stepped in to help break up the melee, said he did not see what caused the brawl, which the Rockets said started when Rondo spit in Paul’s face.

Paul could be seen pressing his fingers into Rondo’s face before Rondo threw a punch at him, leading to a scuffle where Ingram also threw a punch at Paul.

“I didn’t see anything and I didn’t say anything to my team after the game,” James said.

“I just tried to calm things down, that’s all. Play basketball.”

James said his focus was on the game against the San Antonio Spurs on Monday.

“We had our chances tonight. I think we take this opportunity tonight to go over the things we could have done better and be frustrated,” he said.

“But when you wake up tomorrow it’s a new day and a new opportunity. You leave things in the past and you get on with the future.”

LOS ANGELES - Pop superstar Rihanna declined an offer to perform at a Super Bowl halftime show because she supported former National Football League quarterback Colin Kaepernick and his protest against racial injustice, according to media reports.

US Weekly and other reports cited an unnamed source as saying that the NFL and broadcaster CBS Corp (CBS.N) “really wanted Rihanna to be next year’s performer.”

However, she declined in support of Kaepernick, the first player to kneel as the national anthem played at a game in protest over racial inequality and police brutality against black people and minorities in the United States.

“They offered it to her, but she said no because of the kneeling controversy. She doesn’t agree with the NFL’s stance,” the source told US Weekly.

Rihanna’s decision to reject the offer over a political issue follows her Instagram message earlier this month urging fans to vote in the November U.S. congressional elections. She is one of several celebrities who have taken political stances ahead of

Cast member Rihanna poses for pictures on the red carpet for the European premiere of Ocean’s 8 in London, Britain June 13, 2018 the voting.

The Super Bowl is the year’s most-watched U.S. television broadcast of the year, regularly drawing more than 100 million viewers. The game will be played on Feb. 3, 2019, in Atlanta, Georgia.

Representatives for the NFL and Rihanna did not immediately respond to requests

for comment. A CBS spokeswoman directed questions to the NFL.

An unnamed source told Entertainment Tonight that the NFL approached both Rihanna and singer Pink early in its halftime show discussions, but that both women moved on when the negotiations took a long time.

That source said Kaepernick did not come up in those early conversations.

Kaepernick’s decision to begin kneeling during the anthem in 2016 sparked a heated national debate, with critics including U.S. President Donald Trump calling the players unpatriotic. The NFL gave in to pressure from Trump and ordered players not to kneel on the field during the anthem.

After the protests, Kaepernick could not find a job for the 2017 season and sued the NFL, accusing owners of colluding to blackball him. He is still without a team.

Several media outlets have reported that the NFL has selected pop band Maroon 5 as the halftime performer, but no announcement has been made.

Representatives for Pink and Maroon 5 did not immediately respond to requests for comment.

Wimbledon to introduce final-set tiebreaks Those six-hour Wimbledon marathons will be a thing of the past beginning next year as the All-England Lawn Tennis Club introduces a final-set tiebreak.

The organization announced Friday that once the final set reaches 12-12, the match will be ended with a tiebreaker.

A semifinal match this year between Kevin Anderson and John Isner lasted six and a half hours. Anderson won 26-24 in the final set.

Both called for a move to a final-set tiebreak afterward.

Isner was also involved in a 2010 match against Nicholas Mahut that spanned three days and more than 11 hours on court.

Isner won that one 70-68 in the South Africa’s Kevin Anderson celebrates winning his semi final match against John Isner of the U.S. final set.

“Our view was that the instances of matches extending an acceptable timeframe.” time had come to introduce a tie- deep into the final set are rare, The U.S. Open is the only break method for matches that we feel that a tie-break at 12- Grand Slam event that currently had not reached their natural 12 strikes an equitable balance uses a final-set tiebreak in singles conclusion at a reasonable point between allowing players ample play. The Australian Open and during the deciding set,” said opportunity to complete the French Open have instituted it, chairman Philip Brook in a match to advantage, while also but only for doubles. statement. providing certainty that the Wimbledon’s new rules

“While we know the match will reach a conclusion in will go into effect for all matches.

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TCI competes at home in the Concacaf Nations League Qualifiers

National team with Premier Hon, Sharlene Cartwright-Robinson, Minister of Sports Honorable Edwin Astwood and Director of Sports, Jarrett Forbes. TCIFA President Sonia Fulford and CONCACAF General

Head Coach, Matt Barnes, believes in ‘winning any day you show up’. But, as for team Turks & Caicos, It was more than just about that. “I think we talk quite often about focusing on the work, and not the results. We have a lot of work to do here before we start talking about winning. We are one hundred percent focused on that, and I’m very happy with the work that the team has been putting in. Once we get that solidified, and once we get more opportunities to play and more experience, then we’ll start having a different discussion,” expressed Barnes in a pre-game interview.

The starting point of Barnes’ strategy involves setting small achievable benchmarks for the young team. “We’ve learned a lot about

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ourselves in the Cuba game, and we let the game get away from us very quickly. So we clearly want to make sure we get off to a good start.” He went on to say, “We’ve made some significant strides over the last 30 days, in between games”.

Prior to contesting Guyana on October 13th, The Turks & Caicos Islands National Football Team fell 11-0 to Cuba in its first match. Amongst changes made to the team plan since then were additional players were invited to the National Team camp for training and reassessment. This resulted in a more refined blend for the match against Guyana. The team also saw the return of Captain Billy Forbes who along with Marc Fenelus (who captained the first match) plays at a

overall progress in its level of fitness, professional level abroad.

A crowd of over 850 spectators cohesiveness, and game strategy. painted the TCIFA National Academy The team succumbed to an 8-0 home in bright colours this past Saturday, defeat against Guyana, but stood tall October 13, 2018 as they danced, in their achievements under Barnes’ cheered, and waved their country flags administration. Currently, Turks and with pride. Amongst the many was Caicos Islands sit at 35th place on Concacaf General Secretary, Philippe the Concacaf Men’s National Team Moggio who travelled to Turks and Ranking, with hopes of climbing the Caicos Islands for the game. This is the ladder. The Turks & Caicos Team first time that the General Secretary of will be back in action for its third the Regional Governing Football body qualifying match against St. Vincent & attended a home game in the Turks The Grenadines on Sunday, November and Caicos Islands. In recognition of 18th at the TCIFA National Academy the occasion, Mr. Moggio, presented in Providenciales.

For more information, please TCIFA President Sonia Fulford with a TCIFA Marketing and commemorative pennant during half- contact Communications Coordinator, Candia time. This was a highlight for many.

Turks & Caicos continued to Ewing, at 946-5532 or cewingtcifa@ fight good and hard, and thus showed gmail.com

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