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‘CRIME CAN DESTROY TCI’ Police Commissioner issues warning as new National Security Strategy launched

By Todeline Defralien

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ollowing two murders in less than a week, and police officers being shot at while on patrol, Police Commissioner Trevor Botting warned that this level of crime has “the potential to destroy” the Turks and Caicos Islands, which has now launched a National Security Strategy to deal with an escalating wave of criminal activity.

Commissioner Botting gave the assessment of the dangerous threat which crime poses to TCI, in a press release after a popular DJ succumbed to injuries sustained in a home invasion on January 13th, 2020, and in another statement after gunmen fired about 20 shots at his officers.

“My thoughts and prayers are extended to the family and friends of the man who has now died from his injuries. We need to come together as a community and help stem the tide of criminality in the country,” Botting said.

In addition to the brazen act of shooting at police, in recent months, there have been several home invasions and a few villas and hotel rooms have also been burglarised, causing a climate of fear throughout the Turks and Caicos Islands.

“I share the anger about the lack of empathy and the persistent level of serious crimes that are currently taking place. There is also a lack of fear of consequences. The level of gun crime in 2019 was unprecedented; too much violence and far too much pain.

We need to come together and think about the community, think about the harm this is causing the Turks and Caicos Islands, and the pain the families are enduring. We need to work together to reduce the levels of gun crime.”

Botting said the public can expect a “more robust policing presence” over the coming weeks and months.

“We will continue to increase response and patrols across Providenciales and I would ask the community to be patient and cooperative when stopped by my officers. To those who are committing the crime and harming our community, you are warned that my officers will be relentless in hunting you down to bring you to justice. If you threaten my

Turks & Caicos Islands wins big at 2020 World Travel Awards Caribbean Gala

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he Turks & Caicos Islands once again captured the prestigious awards for Caribbean’s Leading Beach Destination 2020 and Caribbean’s Most Romantic Destination 2020.

The 27th Annual World Travel Awards Caribbean Gala was held on

officers or members of the public, they will use all means necessary to defend themselves and the communities they are determined to protect,” he added.

Turks and Caicos Islands Premier, Hon. Sharlene Cartwright-Robinson, also expressed deep concern about the level of crime and violence that is afflicting the country

During a press conference on January 20th, 2020, the Premier condemned the violence that led to the first homicide of 2020 and used the opportunity to extend sympathy to the young man’s family, while bemoaning the loss of several of our young men over the past years as a result of these “senseless acts of violence”.

Premier Robinson also, in the strongest terms, condemned the actions of criminals who engaged in an exchange

January 20th, 2020 at Sandals Royal Bahamian in Nassau, The Bahamas.

Pictured is Minister of Tourism Hon. Ralph Higgs, Armando Pizzuti, Caesar Campbell, Managing Director of Olympia DMC, Chairman of the Tourist Board Adelphine Higgs-Pitter,

Board Member Kendra Parker and USA Regional Marketing Manager Pamela Ewing, James McAnally- General Manager, Beaches Turks and Caicos Resort Villages and Spa at the 27th World Travel Awards (See page 22 & 23 for more photographs).

of fire with members of the Police Force and expressed her gratitude to God that no one was injured or killed.

NEW NATIONAL SECURITY STRATEGY

Meantime, while addressing the launching of the country’s first National Security Strategy, the Premier stated that it was critical to identifying “a list of threats (not exhaustive) that we can all put our resources, hands and minds strategically together to minimize its impact”.

She added: “Today calls for a change in mindset for the government and the people recognizing that national security extends beyond the Governor’s constitutional remit of internal and external security and extends to areas of ministerial responsibility. Today we are

beginning what has begun to become commonplace for key government stakeholders, a critical coming together.”

She noted that in the strategy, the authorities have identified nine threats that they will work at through our collaborative efforts and then through the agencies that have the direct responsibility.

“As a small island nation, it should not be a surprise some of the threats and the reason why we believe that any of them can serve as a destabilizer for our country: The threat of illegal migration; Disaster(be it natural, major accidents or epidemics); Serious Crime; Critical National Infrastructure Failure; Serious Public Disturbances; Maritime Sovereignty; Food Security and Scarcity; Cyber and terrorism, Money Laundering and Financing of Terrorism,” she noted.

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“These identified Threats have seen discussions at the Cabinet level, the National Security Council and its Advisory Group, with the Leader of the Opposition separately and as a member of the National Security Advisory Group and we now wish to present them to you as a people. The strategy does not only identify the threats but outlines the response and the structure for Governance. This is a high level document and each agency has to prepare its strategy and implementation plan that sits under this. The establishment of the National Security Unit this year will be the center of/focal point for reporting and coordination. The Head of this Unit will be answerable to both the Office of the Governor and the Office of the Premier and will likewise speak on both our behalf under directive and standing authority. Critical hires will take place early in the next financial year.”

Premier Robinso said the new strategy “will indeed be a game changer” in the way the Turks and Caicos Islands addresses national security, adding that once fully applied and operationalized, the country will be “all the better for it”.

Governor Nigel Dakin, who also addressed the launch of the new strategy, said it is important to recognise that while the police take the burden of public scrutiny, policing on its own isn’t the answer.

“If you will indulge me to be clear, to the point of bluntness - the answer to the problem we are trying to solve won’t be reached until future public co-operation is in line with present

public outrage,” he said. “Policing by consent, which is our policing model, can’t succeed without public trust and public engagement. Policing can do far better on this – and recognising this fact is an important first step - so we now have a structured approach to delivering that change. But the public must meet us half way and if they don’t, the investments we are making will fail.

It’s that important. In some ways it’s that fragile.”

He noted that an increase in overall Police numbers by 20% has begun, and recruits have started training and the overall uplift will be complete by March 2021. T

“The Commissioner tells us this

increase will be a game changer; we can reinforce the very capable Tactical Unit, the Maritime Unit and crucially bring in proper Community Policing where the community gets to know their local officer through regular engagement.

We already have 8 officers training in Barbados. The recruitment of a further 20 – also recruited from inside TCI - has been completed on schedule and they will train in The Bahamas. Recruiting the next tranche of 20 is due to begin which will include bringing in experienced overseas officers who can immediately reinforce our Tactical and Maritime Unit.

Further recruitment can be fine-tuned dependent on need,” the Governor reported.

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He also mentioned that the use of a UK police officer, on island as part of the SIPT trial, but hugely experienced in murder investigations, has now been commissioned to review all murder cases.

“UK Police will review professional standards of conduct and performance in our Police force and separately review the structures and organisation of the Police’s approach to homicide and will then remain in country to mentor. The Commissioner has other initiatives he is working on drawing on UK policing experience that we are not yet in a position to announce, but which will make an impact to the long term strength and health of the Force,” he added.

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Two murders within a week for the new year Police are investigating two murders which occurred within four days in Providenciales during the month of January.

The two victims are popular DJ, Horace “Spookie” Wignal, who was shot during a home invasion on January 13th, 2020, and Fitzgerald Mossoul who was shot at restaurant and bar on Airport Road, Providenciales, on January 17th.

Wignal, 22, who was flown overseas for medical treatment, died on January 21st, while 29-year-old Mossoul died at the Cheshire Hall Hospital where he was taken by four males who arrived on the scene shortly after the shooting.

Police public relations officer Takara Bain said Wignal was at a house on Shallow Water Lane in Long Bay, Providenciales, when

two armed men entered the residence, demanded money and escapes with three cellular phones and an undisclosed amount of cash after shooting the DJ.

In relation to the Moussoul incident, Bain said officers responded around 2:45 a.m., Friday, January 17th, 2020, to reports that a man appeared at the hospital with gunshot wounds.

Fritzgerald Mossoul

Horace Wignal Jr. aka Spookie

Ministry of Health monitors new strain of coronavirus

The Ministry of Health is is monitoring the situation and remains closely monitoring international alerts in close communication with key local concerning a new strain of coronavirus and regional stakeholders, including which causes severe respiratory tract CARPHA and PAHO. The ministry said it is being infections and was first identified in Wuhan City, China and has now spread guided by international alerts on this to at least four other countries (Japan, rapidly evolving situation and will continue to review its preparedness to Thailand, Korea and the USA).

China has reported 198 respond in accordance with International confirmed infected persons and 3 Health Regulations. Updated information deaths, but there have been no reports of will be provided as it becomes available. infection in the Turks and Caicos Islands, Coronaviruses are a family of viruses, the ministry said in a press release. some of which cause illnesses in humans

Minister of Health Hon. Edwin while others circulate among animals.

In rare cases, animal coronavirus Astwood stated: “As the Minister of ` Health, I am recommending that any change and infect humans and spread patients coming in to the hospital, from person to person. Many persons emergency room or private clinics infected with this new strain of with a fever or respiratory symptoms coronavirus have reported contact with be asked whether they have been to seafood and animal markets, indicating China recently or have had contact that the disease is being spread via with anyone who has recently traveled animal-to-person. Investigation is now to China. We must be ready and made indicating that the disease is also spread aware of the spread of the virus, and to via person-to-person.

There is still much to learn mitigate against any potential effect it about how this new disease is spread. As can have on our islands.”

The Ministry of Health said it investigation continues, the public is

advised to be vigilant and exercise the usual precautions for the prevention of the flu. Travelers, and specifically those traveling to Wuhan, China, are encouraged to: •Avoid animals (including carcasses), animal markets, and animal products (such as uncooked meat).

•Avoid contact with persons having flulike symptoms, such as fever and cough.

•Wash hands frequently with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Use alcoholbased hand sanitizer if soap and water are not available.

•Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or your sleeve (not your hands) when coughing or sneezing.

Minister of Health Hon. Edwin Astwood

Common symptoms of this new virus are fever, cough, and difficulty breathing. If you traveled to Wuhan and have these symptoms you should stay

home, avoid contact with others and seek urgent medical care. Call ahead of the doctor’s visit and tell them about your recent travel and your symptoms.

Remember, do not travel while sick.

UK cops heading major investigation into Haitian sloops; human trafficking in TCI

“Our intention is to make detection so likely we dis-incentivise

The Turks and Caicos Islands has travel across dangerous waters. As it is, started a “significant investigation” into 15 Haitians lost their lives in the waters people trafficking, led by local police and off West Caicos last year, we assume drawing on contracted United Kingdom many more in open seas. We mourn (UK) police Officers, Governor Nigel their and their family’s loss while equally Dakin has announced. holding those who trafficked them,

He said this large investigation exploited them and profited from them, is working in tandem with Canadian, US with contempt. They are now the targets and UK law enforcement, adding that of our criminal justice system,” he added. the recent arrest of 29 Sri Lankans has “Very significantly – because allowed local authorities to look through great efficiency and effectiveness “an investigative keyhole” at a global can be delivered if we get this right people trafficking ring.

- programmatic work has begun to

“With international partners establish a Border Force probably with we intend to exploit that opportunity,” different combined land and combined the Governor said at the launch of sea elements. The Premier has been keen the National Security Strategy, on this type of reorganisation from the on January 22nd, 2020. “With this beginning and she was right to be so.” ambition in mind – going after those The Governor said funds have been profiting from the trade rather than secured to retrofit a seized fast vessel to just those trafficked - our intention is to strengthen the Maritime Branch that build a secure and vetted capability on will be deployed on Grand Turk. the Islands that can better collect, assess “Without getting ahead of and then take action on intelligence we ourselves we now have the start of a good generate - or which is generated by our story to tell in terms of the interdiction partners. Like the Defence Force, the UK of the traditional large sloops,” the are looking to support us in this and this Governor continued. “I said shortly after will have strategic impact on all aspects my arrival in July that I intended to learn of national security and serious crime.” from failure and be accountable. We’ve Governor Dakin said significant funding studied trends, both success and failures. from Government to upgrade the radar While ten landed in the first half of the has also been secured. year, from 30th August, only one large

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vessel has got through – and even then a number, although not all, of its illegal passengers were arrested once they made land fall.”

He described the team which TCI has on the front line protecting its maritime borders – led by Ennis Grant, Everet Warrican, Tito Forbes and Rodman Johnson as “heroic”.

“As a team we’ve been testing, adjusting and learning. Staffing at the radar has been increased, more efficient deployment of Maritime assets has been established and better cross-government His Excellency Governor Nigel Dakin working introduced,” the Governor “attacking the symptom not the cause. noted.

“The big change the Strategy

“There’s much more to do and calls out is the need to go after the undera virtual team that pulls together the pinning business model: prosecuting Maritime Branch, Radar and Immigration those, in TCI, and overseas if we can Task Force has started to take root. reach them, profiting from this trade in Linking them to the US Coastguard human cargo,” he stated. “To that end, and Bahamian Defence Force in a wider work has also begun with the US Coast international team, a game changer. And Guard and the Bahamian Defence Force at this point I pay great tribute to our to significantly strengthen tri-lateral international partners. This is essential and bi-lateral co-operation. Lawyers because we cannot be complacent: are now involved in drafting future as we improve so do our opponents – agreements. There has anyway been an Darwinian like – they evolve. We have immediate uptick in co-operation – some to adapt our ways of working and of that has been already described in the capabilities rapidly; we are now starting media - and we have been clear with all to have the team work in place to make international parties that they shouldn’t that happen,” he stated. underestimate TCI’s ambition. Our aim

Governor Dakin stressed, is to be a serious partner and player in however, that stopping the sloops is the region,” the Governor said.

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Turks & Caicos Islands triumphs at 2020 World Travel Awards Caribbean Gala The 27th Annual World Travel Awards Caribbean Gala was held on January 20, 2020 at Sandals Royal Bahamian in Nassau, The Bahamas. The Turks & Caicos Islands once again captured the prestigious awards for Caribbean’s Leading Beach Destination 2020 and Caribbean’s Most Romantic Destination 2020.

In addition to the above awards won by the destination, several Turks & Caicos Islands resorts were awarded as follows: * Turks & Caicos’ Leading Boutique Hotel 2020 - Beach House *Turks & Caicos’ Leading Car Rental Company 2020 - Hertz *Turks & Caicos’ Leading Destination Management Company 2020 Olympia Destination Management Company *Turks & Caicos’ Leading Hotel 2020 The Palms * Turks & Caicos’ Leading Hotel Suite 2020 - Three Bedroom Executive Penthouse at The Shore Club *Turks & Caicos’ Leading Resort 2020 Amanyara Villas *Caribbean’s Leading All Suite Hotel 2020 - The Palms

* Caribbean’s Leading All-Inclusive Family Resort 2020 - Beaches Turks & Caicos *Caribbean’s Leading Boutique Hotel 2020 - Point Grace *Caribbean’s Leading Hotel Suite 2020 - Grace Bay Penthouse Suite at Grace Bay Club *Caribbean’s Leading Luxury Island Resort 2020 - Sailrock Resort

The ceremony, which celebrates excellence in the travel and tourism industry, was attended by Caribbean Ministers and Directors of Tourism, industry leaders and international media.

The Turks & Caicos Islands delegation was led by Minister of Tourism Hon. Ralph Higgs and included Chairman of the Tourist Board Adelphine Higgs-Pitter, Board Member Kendra Parker and USA Regional Marketing Manager Pamela Ewing.

Graham Cooke, Founder, WTA, said, “What an incredible evening it has been here at the magnificent Sandals Royal Bahamian to mark the opening of our 27th annual Grand Tour. We have had the privilege of recognizing the Caribbean’s leading destinations, hotels, resorts, airlines and travel providers and my congratulations to each of our

winners.”

Minister of Tourism Hon. Ralph Higgs stated, “It was my pleasure to have accepted the World Travel Awards on behalf of the Turks and Caicos Islands we are extremely honored. Being recognized as the Caribbean’s most romantic destination in particular, is an excellent attainment as we have taken steps to position the destination as a preferred wedding and honeymoon destination.

These achievements are testament to the commitment and hard work of our amazing team and partners, who continue to work diligently in promoting brand TCI”.

Chairman of the TCI Tourist Board Adelphine Higgs-Pitter said, “I wish to express my sincere thanks to the general public for voting for the Turks and Caicos Islands in all eight categories that the destination received nominations in. We are thrilled that Turks and Caicos won and maintained the awards for Caribbean’s Leading Beach Destination and Caribbean’s Most Romantic Destination which demonstrates the service consistency and product quality of brand Turks and Caicos”.

The Turks & Caicos Islands, as a destination, has won the World Travel

Award for Caribbean’s Leading Beach Destination every year since 2015. From 2012 to 2014 the award for Caribbean’s Leading Beach Destination was won by Grace Bay Beach specifically which seized the title from Negril, Jamaica. The 2020 nominees for Caribbean’s Leading Beach Destination were Anguilla, Antigua & Barbuda, Aruba, Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Dominican Republic, Grenada, Jamaica, Martinique, The Bahamas, Trinidad & Tobago and U.S. Virgin Islands.

This year marks the second win for the destination as the Caribbean’s Most Romantic Destination. Turks and Caicos Islands won the award in 2019 for the first time, capturing the title from Antigua and Barbuda who held the coveted title every year since 2015. The nominees for Caribbean’s Most Romantic Destination 2020 were Anguilla, Antigua & Barbuda, Aruba, Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Jamaica, St Barth, St Martin, The Bahamas and U.S. Virgin Islands.

The World Travel Awards Grand Final Gala Ceremony 2020 will take place in Moscow, Russia on Friday, 27 November 2020 and the Turks and Caicos Islands expects to receive nominations in several world categories.

Sandals Resorts International kicks off a new decade with 11 Prestigious Awards at the 2020 World Travel Awards Caribbean Gala ceremony

Sandals Resorts International received 11 prestigious awards on Monday night at the 27th Annual World Travel Awards™ Caribbean Gala Ceremony held at the beautiful Sandals Royal Bahamian, reaffirming its position as the undisputed all-inclusive leader in the Caribbean.

The World Travel Awards™ is known globally as the ultimate hallmark of industry excellence across the travel and tourism industries, and Sandals Resorts International is humbled to have been widely recognised at this year’s ceremony. The consecutive wins bestowed to the Sandals and Beaches brands within SRI’s all-inclusive portfolio demonstrate the resort company’s tireless commitment to fostering an unrivalled vacation experience. Most notably, this marks the 27th year Sandals Resorts International is recognised as the Caribbean’s Leading Hotel Brand and the 13th year Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort Villages & Spa is awarded the Caribbean’s Leading All-Inclusive

Family Resort.

“Winning the Caribbean’s Leading Hotel Brand award 27 years in a row is historically unheard of and serves as a testament to our decades-worth of innovation and a tribute to my team who is dedicated to delivering the highest standard,”said Gordon “Butch” Stewart, Chairman & Founder of Sandals Resorts International. “We’re constantly finding new ways to raise the bar and look forward to another decade of setting industry firsts and redefining the luxury all-inclusive category along the way.”

Sandals Resorts International is honoured to have received 11 awards recognising everything from the Caribbean’s Most Romantic Resort to the Caribbean’s Leading Luxury All-Inclusive Resort. The Luxury Included® resort company’s acclaimed honours included: Caribbean’s Leading All-Inclusive Family Resort 2020: Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort Villages&Spa Caribbean’s Leading Honeymoon

General Managers of Sandals Resorts gather with the Honourable Gordon “Butch” Stewart and Adam Stewart to accept the award for the Caribbean’s Leading Hotel Brand: Sandals Resorts International

Resort 2020: Sandals Grande St. LucianSpa & Beach Resort Caribbean’s Leading Hotel Brand 2020: Sandals Resorts International Caribbean’s Leading Luxury AllInclusive Resort 2020: Sandals Emerald Bay Golf, Tennis & Spa Resort Caribbean’s Leading Resort 2020: Sandals Royal Barbados Caribbean’s Most Romantic Resort 2020: Sandals Grande Antigua Resort & Spa Bahamas’ Leading All-Inclusive Resort 2020: Sandals Royal Bahamian Spa Resort & Offshore Island Grenada’s Leading Resort 2020: Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa Jamaica’s Leading All-Inclusive Family Resort 2020: Beaches Negril Resort & Spa Jamaica’s Leading Resort 2020: Sandals Montego Bay St. Lucia’s Leading Resort 2020: Sandals Grande St. Lucian Spa & Beach Resort

From its romantic Five-Star accommodations like the Over-the-Water Bungalows and Villas to introducing a number of Sandals firsts including the first rooftop pool and bar, and the first four-lane bowling alley, Sandals and Beaches Resorts continues to redefine the all-inclusive category by consistently shattering expectations and delivering a Five-Star, Luxury Included® vacation experience.

Celebrating its 27th anniversary this year, the World Travel Awards™ were established in 1993 to acknowledge and reward excellence across the travel, tourism and hospitality industries, setting the benchmark to which others strive for. The World Travel Awards™ gala ceremonies are regarded as milestone events in the tourism industry and serve to celebrate individual and mutual achievements around the world.

For more information on these award-winning resorts, please visit www. sandals.com and www.beaches.com.

The Honourable Gordon “Butch” Stewart and Deputy Chairman, Adam Stewart accept the notable award for the 27th consecutive year

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TCI ranked 3rd in Caribbean in anti-money laundering and combating terrorism financing

By Todeline Defralien

The Turks and Caicos Islands has ranked third out of nine Caribbean countries assessed by the Caribbean Financial Action Task Force (CFATF) in terms of its technical compliance and its effectiveness as it relates to anti-money laundering and combating the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT).

This was revealed by Attorney General Hon. Attorney General Rhondalee Braithwaite Knowles, OBE, QC, during a joint press conference on Monday 20th, January, 2020, with His Excellency the Governor, Mr. Nigel Dakin, the Honorable Premier and Minister of Finance, Mrs. Sharlene Cartwright-Robinson, and members of the Anti-Money Laundering Committee (“AMLC”).

The committee which was established under the Proceeds of Crime Ordinance (“POCO”) announced the publication by the CFATF of their Mutual Evolution Report into Anti-Money Laundering and Counter- Terrorist Financing measures in the Turks and Caicos Islands.

“Of the 9 countries assessed by the CFATF to date in the Caribbean region, the above rating rank the TCI in 3rd place, in terms of its technical compliance and in 3rd place in terms of its effectiveness, and demonstrates the efforts made by the TCI since its last assessments. However, there is more work to be done as the Report noted that the AML/CFT supervisory regime is in need of further enhancement to ensure that Financial Institutions and Designated Non-Financial Businesses and Professions, such as the legal profession, dealers in precious metals, casinos and the real estate sector, implement robust risk based mitigating measures to effectively address ML/TF risk,” Knowles explained.

Knowles said a number of recommendations have been made to address the indentified deficiencies.

Premier and Minister of Finance, Hon. Sharlene Cartwright-Robinson, stated: “The Turks & Caicos Islands has formally communicated a high level of political commitment and a willingness to address the deficiencies indentified in the report. We note that there has been favourable recognition within international and regional organizations of the tremendous effort that the TCI has expended to meet the international standards. The TCI recognises that framework and we intend to continue working collaboratively with the private

Governor, Mr. Nigel Dakin, and the Honorable Premier and Minister of Finance, Mrs. Sharlene Cartwright-Robinson, Hon. Attorney General Rhondalee Braithwaite Knowles OBE QC along with the members of the Anti-Money Laundering Committee. sector to achieve our goal of a high level of compliance now that we have the benefit of the recommendations in the report.”

His Excellency Governor Nigel Dakin noted that “TCI’S AML/CFT risk management program is incorporated in the National Security Strategy recently approved by the Cabinet and assured that a programme of work is now being planned by the AMLC for Cabinet’s approval, to address the issues highlighted in the Report. With the strong and collaborative support of the private sector, it is intended that when the TCI provides its first follow up report to the CFATF in November 2020, significant progress can be shown to demonstrate the TCI’s high level of commitment.”

In accordance with Technical Compliance, the Report recognises that the legislative measures implemented by the TCI have significantly enhanced its technical compliance framework and the TCI has been rated Compliant on 15 recommendations, Largely Complaint on a further 9 and Partially Compliant on 16 of the 40 recommendations.

As it relates to Effectiveness, similar to the TCI, all countries around the world undergoing this 4th round FATF Mutual Evaluation are confronting new standards on ‘Effectiveness Ratings’ and have experienced substantial challenges in ensuring that ‘sufficient

progress’ is being made to comply with these newly introduced international standards.

The Fourth Round Mutual Evaluation Report of the Turks and Caicos Islands was published by the Caribbean Financial Action Task Force on Monday, January 20 2020.

The report provides a summary of the anti-money laundering and combating the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) measures in place in the Turks and Caicos Islands (TCI) as at the date of the on-site visit held from September 10th - 21st, 2018.

In addition it analyses the level of compliance with the FATF 40 Recommendations and the level of effectiveness of TCIs’ AML/CFT system and provides recommendations on how the system could be strengthened. The Caribbean Financial Action Task Force (CFATF) finds that the TCI has made significant progress in its technical compliance but more work is required on effectiveness.

Hon. Attorney General Rhondalee Braithwaite Knowles OBE QC said, “In general, the Report found that there are structural elements in places for an effective AML/CFT system, including that the TCI is politically stable and has demonstrated a high-level commitment in addressing ML/TF issues and the rule of law is effective, and the judiciary is capable and independent.”

She added: “On the bases of those structural elements that establishes an effective AML/CFT system provides confidence to the business sector operation within the TCI and those interested in investing in the TCI that the Turks & Caicos Islands, as a member of the international financial community, is committed to implementing and maintaining an appropriate, effective, and risk-bases framework and strategy.”

According to Knowles, the Report noted that the TCI has a fair understanding of its money laundering risks based on its National Risk Assessment, prepared in collaboration with the private sector and that since the last Mutual Evaluation in 2008; the TCI has progressively advanced its legislative framework to address gaps in the country’s AML/CFT framework.

The Anti-Money Laundering Committee established under POCO, and chaired by the Hon. Attorney General Rhondalee Braithwaite Knowles OBE QC (AMLC) coordinates Money Laundering/Terrorist Financing (ML/TF) risk assessments and national AML/CFT policies. In the months preceding the on-site visit, the TCI made a significant number of amendments to its AML/CFT laws and other subsidiary legislation and issued guidance notes. More than fifteen pieces of Legislation were implemented.

Edward Hall Jr. appointed as Senior Budget Analyst

The Office of the Deputy Governor has announced the appointment of Edward Hall Jr. to the role of Senior Budget Analyst within the Budget Office of the Ministry of Finance.

Commenting on his new appointment, Hall stated: “I am humbled and eternally grateful to God for the opportunity to serve in the capacity of Senior Budget Analyst within the Budget Office. I would like to express my profound gratitude for being regarded for this role and pledge my commitment to do my part to ensure the office and government’s overall success and will certainly live up to the mantle given to me. I am excited for this new challenge and will approach it with vigor and diligence to the benefit of the Budget Office and the entire TCIG.”

Deputy Governor and Head of the Public Service Her Excellency Anya Williams in congratulating Hall stated: “It is with great pleasure that I take the

opportunity to congratulate Mr. Hall on his recent promotion within the TCI Public Service. Edward will certainly be a great miss to the Statistics Department where he assisted in carrying out numerous pertinent surveys across the Turks and Caicos Islands during his tenure, but I commend him for not only taking advantage of the opportunity to further upgrade his educational skills through the assistance of our Civil Service Professional Development Fund, but also in embarking on a new career path through this new appointment which will see him take on an even more senior role. Congratulations Edward!”

In 2012, Hall received a Bachelor’s degree in Economics and Marketing from the University of Hull in the United Kingdom and later that year returned home and began employment at First Caribbean International Bank as a Customer Service Representative.

In April 2013, he joined the Turks and Caicos Islands Civil Service as a Statistician within the Department of Statistics and remained there until his appointment to Senior Budget Analyst which officially commenced on January 16th 2020. During his time in the Statistics Department, he was able to be a part of initiatives such as: the Labour Force Survey, Consumer Price Index (CPI), Multiple Indicator Cluster Survey and Balance of Payments (BOP) to name a few. Mr. Hall’s training experience consists of National Accounts Statistics, CPI, International Comparison Programme (ICP), and External Sector Statistics workshops.

With assistance from the Professional Development Fund, Mr. Hall is also near the completion of a Master’s Degree in Public Policy and Management from the University of London and is also pursuing a certification in Project Edward Hall Jr Management.

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Report from January 15th Cabinet meeting His Excellency the Governor, Nigel Dakin, chaired the 1st meeting of the Cabinet on Wednesday 15 January 2020, at the Office of the Premier and Ministry of Finance, Trade and Investment, Durham’s Building, Lighthouse Road Grand Turk.

All Ministers were in attendance.

At this meeting Cabinet:

•Approved procurement options for TCIAA to take forward preparatory work for the future expansion and redevelopment of Providenciales Airport and discussed, in brief, additional measures to be considered in light of an anticipated increase in visitors to TCI.

•Approved the re-allocation of FY 19/20 funds within Ports Authority capital budget for the construction of a port office at Belle Field Landing, North Caicos.

•Approved urgent dredging of the entrance channel leading into Turtle Cove Marina an steps that need to be put in place to ensure prompt responses to such situations in the future.

•Were updated on progress in implementing of the Education Sector Plan.

•Were informed on progress in Implementing Child Safeguarding National Action Plan.

•Approved for Crown Land parcel 60905/204 to go out to tender for the enhancement of public beach access.

•Discussed the need, enforcement and policing of temporary structures at access points along beaches allowing legitimate businesses to offer services and

products for tourists in particular and a refresh of current policy.

•Approved the extension of Dr Terese Maitland as interim CEO of the National Health Insurance Board for a period of three months from 3 January 2020.

•Noted the recommendations of the Procurement Board on the award of the following contracts:

• PN 005496, Police building repairs for all stations (TR 19/13)

•PN 005499, furniture and equipment for schools (TR 19/07)

•PN 005508, rehabilitation of Regatta Village, South Caicos (TR19/39)

•PN 005514, repairs of water tanks, Salt Cay (TR 19/19)

•TCIPA 11/19, Port Security Enhancement Project, supply and instillation of Port Management System and Training (TR 19/37)

•TCIPA 12/2019, Port Safety Enhancement Project, supply of PPE, Safety Equipment and Training (TR 19/34)

•TCIAA-0002, proposed new offices at Providenciales International Airport (TR 19/05)

•Approved the Statutory Bodies 2nd quarter Special Purpose Financial Report for FY 2019-20.

•Approved a new development agreement restating the terms of the current Development Agreement between Toscana GP Ltd. /Vista development Ltd. and TCIG, to reflect a Conditionality Date of 30 June 2019, allowing adequate time of the processing of the application and the completion of the processes.

•Approved an application for an Academic and Professional Conservation

Research to be conducted by the TC Reef Fund, the School for Field Studies, SWA Environmental and Marine Environmental Services for a period of ten months to test the use of Antibiotic treatments for Stony Coral Tissue Loss Disease (SCTLD) on affected coral in TCI.

•Approved the use of funds from the National Forfeiture Fund for an antimoney laundering training workshop for legal professionals on 18th January 2020.

•Discussed processes within individual ministries and engagement with their respective Ministers to strengthen delivery of government policy.

•Were updated on the publication of the Caribbean Financial Action Task Force’s Mutual Evaluation report on the measure in place in the TCI to combat money laundering and the financing of terrorism, which will be published later this month.

•Were reminded of actions Ministries need to undertake before the end of the financial year.

•Approved amendments to the Immigration Ordinance 2018 removing visa free travel for Venezuelan nationals with effect from 15 February 2020.

•Discussed benefits and requirements for weekly meetings chaired by the Hon Premier and HE the Governor aimed at tackling long term and/or complex issues involving multiple stakeholders.

• Were informed of high level and experts visits across Ministries over the next few weeks.

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

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determined by the Financial Controller from time to time.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIRMENTS This position requires a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or equivalent professional qualification and four (4) years post qualification-practicingexperience.

Knowledge and skills must also include the following:

THE TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS NATIONAL INSURNACE BOARD EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY A vacancy exists at the Turks and Caicos Islands National Insurance Board for anAccountantat its Head Office in Grand Turk. Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced Turks and Caicos Islanders to fill the post.

ROLE AND CORE FUNCTIONS OF JOB • Supervision of staff in the Finance & Accounts Department.

• Preparation of Monthly Financial Statements.

• Reconciliation of Balance Sheet and Income Statement accounts, which includes the various Schedules, with the General Ledger • Compilation and reconciliation of monthly investment report from all investment managers • Review and assist with the compilation of payroll data.

• Ensures the reconciliation of various bank accounts.

• Provision of financial support services to departmental managers across NIB. • Assistance with the preparation of annual budgets.

• Ensures proper accounting and security of cash.

• Ensures the completion of the Fixed Assets Register • Assisting with asset management.

• Assistance with the training and the development of staff in the department.

• Assisting with the development and implementation of financial management systems to protect the resources of the Board.

•Acts as Financial Control in her absence •Perform such other duties and responsibilities as may be

•Project management skills •Highly developed communications skills •Business Writing and Financial reporting skills •Computer and Information technology application for financial data management, analysis and reporting •Investigative skills •Human and financial resource management skills and team building skills •Budgeting •Development of internal control systems This position requires the frequent use of analytical reasoning and visual dexterity especially when incumbent is: •Assisting with the development of financial management systems to ensure the security of NIB’s assets.

•Reconciliation of Balance sheet and Income Statement Accounts •Reviewing of Fixed Asset Register and assisting with asset management •Assist with the preparation of the budget.

•Assisting with the training and development of staff in the accounting department.

The salary scale for the position is $40,000 to $65,000 and is subject to negotiation.

Applications giving full details of qualifications and experience should be send to the Deputy Director Corporate Services, National Insurance Board, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands to reach no later than Friday, February 21, 2020. All prospective applicants who are Turks and Caicos Islanders should also send copies of their application to the Labour Departmentin the Turks and Caicos Islands.

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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.

•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.

•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.

•Must have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal •Must be able to meet deadlines and prioritize tasks.

•Must have outstanding leadership skills.

Salary for this position is at a maximum of $27,000 per annum. Starting point will depend on qualifications and experience.

EXECUTIVE CHEF Job Summary: Candidate must demonstrate a proven track record of successfully leading/managing in an upscale Food & Beverage environment; with strong culinary experience and training.

•Responsible for the execution of all company policies and procedures, ensuring tha tall services provided achieve the established standards within the agreed budgetary controls.

•Advise the Corporate Executive Chef on all matters relating to the kitchen area and ensure a high standard of cleanliness and hygienic practice throughout the kitchen.

•To assist the Corporate Executive Chef in budgeting i.e food cost/payroll/etc.

•Ensure guest satisfaction with the smooth and effective running of the day-to-day operation.

•Assist in training and development of Culinary staff members.

•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/wastage usage of leftovers.

•Constantly inspect all food service sections during service time to ensure that the correct standards are maintained.

•Responsible for control of equipment and scheduling maintenance.

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 •Developed proficiency with forecasting, cost controls and scheduling through related experience.

•Highly responsible & reliable with the ability to work well under pressure in fast paced environment.

•The ability to stand and/or walk for a long periods of time, lift up to 40lbs and push/pull up to 50 lbs.

•Must be able to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays.

Salary for this position begins at $50,000 per annum and will commensurate with qualifications and experience.

ASSISTANT RESTAURANT MANAGER Reporting to the Food & Beverage Manager, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following: Summary of Responsibilities: •Consistently offer professional, friendly and engaging service •Assist the F&B Director to 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 resort and external guests •Lead and support all F&B departments in the achievement of their financial and operational targets •Assist in the preparation of 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 •Assist and or oversee the selection, training and development of all colleagues to ensure timely recruitment and career growth •Follow department safety policies, procedures and service standards •Other duties as assigned Educational and Other Requirements: •Minimum of 3 years of previous Food & Beverage management experience in a leadership role •Computer literate in Microsoft Window applications required •University/College degree •Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities Salary commencing at $30,000.00 and is based on experience. Belongers only need apply

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PASTRY CHEF Reporting directly to the Group Executive Pastry Chef, you will be responsible for the day-to-day preparation of quality pastry items such as breakfast items, desserts, breads, displays and special request items. Specific duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: •Maintain complete knowledge of correct maintenance and use of equipment; use equipment and tools only as intended, properly and safely •Inspect the cleanliness and working conditions of all tool, equipment and supplies •Establish priority items for the day •Prepare all menu items following recipes and yield guides, according to departmental standards.

•Understand sanity food handling techniques •Direct hands on preparation •Daily recording and monitoring of kitchen inventory •Any other assigned duties REQUIREMENTS •Minimum of 3 years of experience within field.

•Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities •Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment Salary for this position begins at $8.50 per hour and will commensurate with qualifications and experience.

BUTLER •Prepare and serve hot, cold, and/or alcoholic beverages.

•Stock ice, glassware, and supplies.

•Anticipate and communicate replenishment needs promptly.

•Wash dishes and serving utensils as needed.

•Complete opening and closing duties.

•Requisition all necessary supplies, transporting supplies from storeroom to bar set-up area as required.

•Secure liquors, beers, wines, coolers, cabinets, and storage areas.

•Document pertinent information in department logbook.

•Forecast additional meal requirements and communicate special requests to the kitchen.

•Report accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager.

•Follow all company policies and procedures, ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional, maintain confidentiality of proprietary information, and protect company assets.

•Welcome and acknowledge all guests according to company standards, anticipate and address guests’ service needs, assist individuals with disabilities, and thank guests with genuine appreciation.

•Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 25 pounds; and stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time or for an entire work shift.

•Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

Salary range for this position begins at $8.00 per hour and will commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the successful applicant.

FUNPALS To be involved in designing, adapting, improving and producing fun activities and events. Entertainment staff must engage our guests in challenging, safe and exciting day and evening programs. These programs must be done with enthusiasm which fulfills the aims and objectives of high quality recreation. Staff must be prepared to wear carnival costumes, life size character costumes for shows and events.

Requirements: •Ability to perform in or host live shows (dance, model, sing and act) •Ability to swim to assist with water activities •Must be available to work holidays, weekends and split-shifts •Must be able to stand and conduct fitness programs for extended periods •CPR Certification •Fluent in English/ Additional language is a plus Salary commencing at $7.00 per hour. Belongers only need apply.

ROOM ATTENDANTS To ensure the cleanliness and orderliness of the assigned guestroom, work areas and equipment. Must be able to push and pull carts weighing up to 150lbs and be able to climb flights of stairs several times daily. Salary Scale: $7.00 - $8.50 per hour. Belongers only need apply.

FOOD & BEVERAGE SERVERS RESPONSIBILITIES Responsible for welcoming and greeting guests with a worm friendly smile, inform guest of specials and menu changes, makes suggestions and answer questions regarding food, beverages, and service; processes’ guests orders and ensures all items are prepared properly and in a timely manner, communicates with kitchen staff to ensure guest satisfaction with the food and service; prepares guest checks that itemize and total meal costs and sales tax and accepts payment.

Salary commencing at $7.00 - $9.00 per hour. Belongers only need apply COMMIE LINE COOK RESPONSIBILITIES To prepare hot foods on range and or grill and ensure consistent quality following recipe cards and production standards; must be knowledgeable of food preparation and preparation methods, understand sanitary food handling techniques and knowledge of the safe operation of kitchen equipment. Salary Scale: $8.00 - $10.00 per hour. Belongers only need apply Interested persons may contact out Corporate HR department office or by submitting your resume with qualifications and experience to: hr@wihl.com Please also submit a copy of your completed application to our labour department.

Closing date February 8th, 2020

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FortisTCI announces 2019 top volunteers

FortisTCI President and CEO Eddinton Powell (right) stands with Senior Vice President Ruth Forbes (left) who represents the top performing division, and FortisTCI’s 2019 top volunteer Ladonna Bassett (center) who completed 270 community service hours during the year.

FortisTCI 2019 ‘Top 10’ volunteers with the President and CEO. Standing (l to r) Ruth Forbes, Avi Adams, Claudia Munnings, Ladonna Basset, Callis Jones, Shernelle Capron, Leonardo Patrick, Roxie Williams, Lorenzo Smith, and Eddinton Powell. (Murice Francis not pictured).

FortisTCI is taking a moment to recognize its ‘Top 10’ volunteers and other contributing employees who collectively logged 3,044 community service hours in 2019.

The company congratulates Ladonna Bassett, Claudia Munnings, Callis Jones, Ruth Forbes, Murice Francis, Shernelle Capron, Avi Adams, Leonardo Patrick, Roxie Williams, and Lorenzo Fabien for their continued selfless work across the Turks and Caicos Islands.

The Corporate Services Division within the company retained its ranking as the top performing group with near 80% of its employees meeting or

the National Trust, and the Methodist soup kitchen.

FortisTCI empowers its employees to support positive community programs in various ways.

The company also maintains a robust corporate social responsibility program that is entrenched in communities across the Turks and Caicos.

In 2019, FortisTCI led 11 major programs and projects that benefited youth sports and education programs, arts and culture, and other philanthropic focuses. This includes the FortisTCI Youth Football League, the National Science and Technology Fair, the Annual

exceeding their community services goal.

Ladonna Bassett logged the most community hours among the company’s 169 employees and spent 270 hours coaching youth basketball and running a free weekly fitness boot camp.

Others among the Top 10 spent their time volunteering with youth programs like the Rising Stars Basketball Association, the Youth Centre, the Rugby Association, Junior Achievers, Jewels Ablaze, Brownie Guides, and various leadership forums. Others spent time volunteering with groups like Kiwanis,

37 Cooper Jack Bay Road, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands Email: principal@precioustreasuresschool.com, Tel: 1-649-941-5186 PRECIOUS TREASURES INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL INVITES applications from suitably qualified persons to fill the following positions for the 2019/2020 academic school year.

PRESCHOOL: PRESCHOOL TEACHER: Qualification must include but not limited to the following: • Master or equivalent in educational studies & development • Experience in working with International Primary Curriculum • Appropriate Teacher training qualifications • Possess strong abilities in Education and Administration • Output driven • Possess strong abilities in 21st century teaching methodologies • At least Five years’ experience in similar position • Possesses mature, caring and loving disposition • Clean police clearance certificate • Willing to work long hours and on public holidays • Must be proficient in the use of computers and technology in teaching and learning environment • Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications TRAINED TEACHER SECONDARY LEVEL: Qualification must include but not limited to the following: • • • • • • • • • •

Master or equivalent in educational studies & development Appropriate Teacher training qualifications Experience in working with International Primary Curriculum Output driven Possess strong abilities in 21st century teaching methodologies At least Five years’ experience in similar position Possesses mature, caring and loving disposition Clean police clearance certificate Willing to work long hours and on public holidays Must be proficient in the use of computers and technology in teach ing and learning environment • Salary commensurate with experience and qualification PRIMARY:

TRAINED GENERALIST TEACHERS GRADES 1-6

Qualification must include but not limited to the following:

History and Cultural Heritage Quiz, and the Annual TCSPCA Dog Show.

FortisTCI President and CEO Eddinton Powell said: “I want to commend employees for their evergrowing dedication to serving the community. Spending time, developing goodwill, and fostering our youth leaves a long-lasting positive impact on everyone.

I especially want to acknowledge the Top 10 volunteers, who went beyond the call. Thank you for displaying who we are at FortisTCI and showcasing that we remain committed to being a partner to the Turks and Caicos Islands in more ways than one.”

• • • • • • • • • •

A minimum of First Degree or equivalent in educational studies Appropriate Teacher training qualifications Experience in working with International Primary Curriculum Output driven Possess strong abilities in 21st century teaching methodologies At least three years’ experience in similar position Possesses mature, caring and loving disposition Clean police clearance certificate Willing to work long hours and on public holidays Must be proficient in the use of computers and technology in teaching and learning environment • Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications PURCHASING /ADMINISTRATIVE CLERK ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES • Perform receptionist duties throughout the school day: acting as first point of reference for receiving calls. Respond to all enquiries from children, parents and visitors.

• Offer helpful, friendly, approachable and professional service and take appropriate action on own initiative, resolving minor matters, refer ring more serious matters to appropriate member of staff.

• Process students’ admissions in accordance with admissions policy and procedure.

• Organize and maintain students, parents, teacher’s records manage ment system.

• Purchasing/Inventory Control:Performs all aspects of purchasing for the school and for managing the inventory, distribution and control of those items.

• Act as Library Custodian:Maintain “biblio”- library data and users management app.

• Provide basic Book-keeping:Maintain up-to-date billing system in QuickBooks and Generate and send out all school related invoices.

• Provide some limited IT related works such as students email address, apple ID’s, IXL, Class Dojo and students/user’s database management system.

• Prepare data for student registrations, attendance, co-curricular ac tivities and lunch records.

• Maintain high standards when managing confidential information, complying with the school’s data protection procedures and legal re quirements.

• Prepare school reports, letters, and other documents.

• Prepares enrolment data collection reports at the end of the school year.

• Provides secretarial support to principal and other faculty members.

• Undertake such other duties as directed and required from time to time Qualifications: • Must have at least 3 years’ experience in related field • Must have working knowledge of Micros or equivalent POS systems,QuickBooks etc.

• Possess excellent English verbal and written communication skills • Willing to work long hours and weekends • Possess valid driver’s license • Multi-lingual would be an asset • Salary commensurate with experience Applications should be submitted to the HR Department no later than January 31st 2020: P.O. Box 293, 37 Cooper Jack Bay Road, Providenciales

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9th annual Move-a-thon a smashing success

By Todeline Defralien

The annual Move-a-thon event which was held on Saturday January 11th was another smashing success.

This 5k, 10k and half marathon fundraising event is in its 9th year. The event is held every second weekend in January and is seen as a way to help participants kick-start their New Year’s Resolutions of living a healthier lifestyle.

Beginning at 6:00am from the Children’s Park in the Lower Bight, hundreds of people started walking, running and cycling in the crisp morning air all before the sun came up. Before leaving on the route, personal trainer from Graceway Sports Center, Ainara Pino, provided a stretching/warm-up session for everyone.

Once participants returned from the route, health professionals from various medical disciplines were set up and ready to disseminate free medical information.

Following the success of the event, Tamika Handfield, Executive Director of Nutrition in Demand told The SUN, “As the organizer of Move-aThon TCI, I was a little concerned about the inclement weather leading up to the event’s day. However, God heard all the prayers and we ended up with a beautiful day. My team and I were elated with the turnout for this, our 9th run.

To add to the excitement, we welcomed over 50 International runners from various countries around the world. This underscores the fact that Sports Tourism can be a reality in TCI and Move-a-Thon TCI is a sustainable tourism initiative.”

Tamika Handfield, Executive Director of Nutrition in Demand.

Participations at this year’s event

Handfield said they are humbled to be a part of this movement and are already looking forward to Move-a-Thon TCI 2021 when the event turns 10.

“Heartfelt thanks and gratitude to all or our sponsors and volunteers who make each event possible,” she said.

Funds raised during this event will go toward helping Nutrition in Demand continue its mandate of raising awareness to health and healthy eating. This is done through a variety of

projects: workshops, nutrition education and culinary classes, summer camps and writing informative articles and blogs for newspapers and magazines.

Nutrition in Demand is a nonprofit organization founded in 2012 whose mandate is provide credible, factual and scientifically proven Nutrition Education to the public. Its aim is to raise awareness to the importance of health and healthy eating.

Corporate sponsors to the

event included: Colonial Insurance, Long Bay Storage, Windsong, Grace Bay Pharmacy, Provo water, TC Banking, J S Johnson, Miller& Simons, Where When How, Long Bay Express, Prime DJ, HLB Limited, FLOW, TC First Insurance, Sun Oil, Simply Septic, InterHealth Canada, TCI Distributors, Grace Bay Car Rentals, Graceway Supermarket’s, Spotlight, Nuun, Caicos Express, Kiss FM, PTV, Wayne Farley Designs, The SUN Newspaper, Coco Cola and Hartling Group.

PRIME VACANT LOT FOR SALE

This spectacular hillside property overlooks the soon to be developed Cooper Jack Marina. A perfect elevated island home or vacation villa location with constant cooling tropical breezes and amazing views of beautiful turquoise waters.

This is a gem and with Cooper Jack Bay Road soon to be paved, this property is to be considered when investing in the Turks and Caicos.

Don’t hesitate, make an offer today. All reasonable offers WILL be considered; seller is very motivated.

List price. $210,000.00 Lot size is 1.10 Acre Contact: Takisha Williams Office: 649-946-5383 Cell: 649-242-1870 Email: takisha.williams@evrealestate.com

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Wessex Fairchild Attorneys

Wessex Fairchild is a new firm of attorneys, made up of practitioners with a wide range of experience.

Established in 2019 by Neale Coleman and his fellow partner Arnelle Taylor, Wessex Fairchild is a multi-service law firm. From commercial disputes to automobile accident claims; from divorce to drafting wills; from residential conveyances to structuring resort development – whether large or small Wessex Fairchild has the competence to handle all matters, while providing a comprehensive, personal service. Wessex Fairchild’s attorneys are:

Neale Coleman is an experienced commercial litigator and real estate attorney. He qualified as a Solicitor in England and Wales in 1996 and was called to the Bar of the Turks and Caicos Islands in 2007. Prior to his arrival in the Turks and Caicos Islands Neale practised as a commercial litigator in London, working for a large international law

firm. Neale undertakes a broad range of civil/commercial/litigation instructions and real estate matters.

Arnelle Taylor was called to the Bar of England and Wales in 2018 and admitted as an attorney in the Turks and Caicos Islands in 2019.

Arnelle obtained her LLB Bachelor of Law (Honours) and later obtained her Master of Laws with Distinction from BPP University focusing on anti-money laundering and counter terrorist financing. She undertakes commercial/civil litigation and conveyancing instructions of a diverse nature. Probate and estate administration form part of her practice, which includes drafting wills, dealing with contentious issues arising from will or intestacies and applying for probate and letters of administration.

David Phillips is a civil/ commercial litigator who conducts a wide variety of litigation in the civil

courts and in arbitrations. He is Queen’s Counsel and a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators.

David was Leading Counsel in the Government’s Civil Recovery Programme but at Wessex Fairchild undertakes private work from institutions and individuals – including disputes against the Government.

Chambers Legal Directory has written “David Phillips QC is praised as a barrister who doesn’t make a song and dance about things but just gets them done.”

Wessex Fairchild works in tandem with their affiliated company management entity, Lex Corporate Services Ltd which provides a full range of corporate services including incorporation and management of domestic and foreign companies, and non-profit entities.

Wessex Fairchild is expanding in 2020 with further attorneys joining the

firm in the coming months. Theiroffices are located at Units A201/202 Regent Village, Grace Bay, Providenciales.

Contact: wessexfairchild.com Telephone: 649 9464052.

UBS banker faces Anguilla dilemma following court ruling that criminal proceedings to continue

Scott Hapgood, of Darien, Connecticut posted bail in April 2019 following a charge of manslaughter in respect of Kenny Mitchel on the island of Anguilla.

In November, Hapgood informed the Anguilla Magistrate in writing that a combination safety and fair trial concerns meant that he would not attend further hearings in person.

His prior attempt to vary bail conditions such that he could appear by video link had been unsuccessful.

Hapgood’s bail was revoked in November, following his nonappearance.

Since then, the Commissioner of Police had brought judicial review proceedings so as to force the continuation of the preliminary inquiry hearing on the issue of whether

Hapgood would face a jury trial in Anguilla’s High Court.

In a decision announced January 20, 2020, High Court Justice, Shaun Innocent overturned Magistrate Kenneth Benjamin’s refusal to continue hearings in the absence of Hapgood and granted the compulsory order sought.

Justice Innocent urged the Magistrate to implement the decision as quickly as possible.

Turks and Caicos Islands lawyer Tim Prudhoe, who is also admitted to practice in Anguilla, was in court for the ruling.

Asked for comment, Prudhoe said: “Scott and his team will consider next steps very carefully. It will be necessary to digest the written decision in detail as soon as it is available. Parts of the ruling delivered orally appear to

have placed great weight on that which the Court said the relevant legislation did not prevent, as opposed to actually expressly permitting. The same could equally be said about attendance via video link, which was a request made and denied and which could and would have avoided these delays. At this stage, all options are being considered. In the meantime, every aspect of this case is expected to remain very much in the public eye.”

In October 2019, US President Donald Trump tweeted about his concerns in respect of the case, which has received international publicity.

There is currently no known next hearing date by which to move matters forward in accordance with the recent ruling.

Tim Prudhoe

Tito Lightbourne appointed as Permanent Secretary of National Security

Tito Lightbourne has been appointed as the Permanent Secretary of the new National Security Secretariat.

Commenting on his new appointment, Lightbourne stated; “I am deeply humbled and honored to serve in the position of Permanent Secretary, as this is one of the most senior roles in the TCI Public Service. This role will specifically focus on developing and enhancing the National Security Infrastructure of the TCI under the remit of the National Security Council (NSC), equally reporting to the Governor and Premier. Moreover, this coordinated and meticulous approach to resolving matters of National importance is new to the TCI and will build on some of the existing inter-agency working groups, such as the Joint Law Enforcement Taskforce (JLET) amongst others. In addition, I am also very grateful to the Governor’s Office, Office of the Premier and the UK for the work that has already been undertaken in this area and the support provided by way of a seconded National Security Advisor to TCI.”

Commenting on the appointment, Her Excellency, Deputy Governor, Anya Williams said: “It gives me great pleasure to formally congratulate Mr. Tito Lightbourne

on his appointment as the Permanent Has been the Manager of the Civil Service Secretary of the new National Security Professional Development Fund since its Secretariat. Tito has served as the Executive inception and has been an all-around great Director of my office during my entire team member and leader in his respective tenure as Deputy Governor and over the field. past 7 years has demonstrated sound “I am grateful to Tito for his service over professionalism and astute leadership in the years and could not be more proud of the carriage of his duties.” his accomplishments. Congratulations on

She added: “As the Executive your well-deserved promotion Tito! I look Director and Accounting Officer for the forward to working with you in your new Office of the Deputy Governor, Tito held capacity as the Permanent Secretary of the direct oversight responsibility for the Office National Security Secretariat where I know of the Deputy Governor itself, the Contracts you will do extremely well!” and Performance Management Unit, the Lightbourne joined the Public Human Resource Management Directorate, Service in April 2007 as a budget analyst the Training Unit and the Cabinet in the Budget Department subsequent Secretariat. In addition, as the Senior to attaining a Bachelor’s of Business Executive to the Head of the Public Service, Administration degree from Florida he was responsible for engaging at a senior International University in 2005 and a level with all ministries and departments Masters of Business Administration degree across government to follow up ongoing from Nova South Eastern University in delivery, performance and other initiatives 2006. matters across government, thereby giving He then moved on to the him insight into the operations of the Human Resource Management Directorate entire government. He has led on policy (formerly Office of Public Service and program development in a number of Management) as a Human Resource Officer key areas as a member of the working group in 2009, Executive Administrator within on Pay & Grading, Pensions and Gratuities the Office of the Chief Executive in 2010, and Procurement to name a few. Has served Director-Democratic Services within the as a key member of the Procurement Board. Office of the Deputy Governor in 2012

Mr. Tito Lightbourne where he still serves today as Executive Director.

Coincidently, Mr. Lightbourne’ s first appointment to the Public Service was under the supervision of the then Budget Director, Mrs. Anya Williams who is now the Deputy Governor for the Turks and Caicos Islands Public Service and Mr. Lightbourne’ s immediate supervisor since both of their appointments in 2012.

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The real purpose of education in changing times

By Oliver Mills

Education which transforms and develops, is not often given the credence it deserves. Some see it as merely schooling, while others view it as a means of getting a good job. Neither is really the hard truth, since education goes beyond being just instrumental in its function.

Elizabeth Anderson, an educational philosopher states that John Dewey’s philosophy of education stresses two themes. The first is that education should develop students’ capacity for intelligent inquiry, not just for learning what is already known, and the second is that education should develop students’ capacities as citizens in a democracy.

To me, both these views portray the real purpose of education in this era of change.

A crucial, but neglected function of education is indeed to develop students’ capacity for intelligent inquiry, and not just regurgitating or learning what is known already. When the capacity of students for intelligent inquiry is developed and cultivated, it opens their world to a wider perspective.

To inquire intelligently means providing the context, inspiration, and stimulation that would orient students to want to, and see the purpose and reason for doing what they do, and make the changes necessary.

Students begin to see the

connections that exist between entities, detect flaws, examine alternative viewpoints and conclusions, and provide an independent interpretation and perspective on how they see things.

Intelligent inquiry also means that students are given the freedom to examine issues, reinterpret accepted conclusions, and provide a fresh light on what should be the case. This activity widens their knowledge, enhances their understanding, and moves knowledge forward to new dimensions. It further includes exposure to educational materials and technology that are at the forefront of knowledge, and to the creators of knowledge.

Learning what is already known provides a context and resource for understanding, and framing new knowledge. But as is done in schools, even at the tertiary level, it is banking information, not creating new ideas. The intellect is also not challenged.

Many educators do this because they are not trained to do otherwise. It means students become receptors of knowledge, not its creators. Intelligent inquiry does not take place in this environment, resulting in students not receiving knowledge in its total sense, since serious inquiry is lacking.

With respect to education developing students’ capacities as citizens in a democracy, this is indeed central to the real purpose of education in these changing times.An education

in democracy is critical to the proper functioning of a society. It concerns developing and managing institutions that operate fairly in serving the citizens of a country.

Such an education further concerns advocating and practicing important values and morals which guide conduct, and shapes perceptions and dispositions so that students can respond to challenges with knowledge, understanding and wisdom, and not act in ways detrimental to themselves and society.

Developing students’ capacity as citizens also involves exposing them to a curriculum that includes the history, culture and heritage of their country to sensitise them to its achievements, the challenges the country faced, and is facing, and encourages them to think about solutions, and remaking society to express and reflect democratic principles.

This also involves exposure to and involvement in democratic dialogue, how decisions are made respecting contrary views, how the government functions, the electoral system, how laws are made, and what it is to be good and productive citizens.

These exposures sensitise students to the mechanics and workings of democracy. But educators must themselves be trained in the methodologies of democracy and citizenship, and have positive experiences of how democratic societies

Oliver Mills work. They should be models of what they expect from students in developing their capacities as citizens.Virtues such as the teaching of respect, being honourable in what they do, truthtelling, and being objective, having evidence for what they seek to prove are all important indeveloping students’ capacity as citizens in a democracy.

The real purpose of education, then, is both transformation and development.

Boots on the ground

By Jamell Robinson PNP All Island candidate

Stepping into a new year and a new decade has unfortunately brought with it the “same ol same ol” as it relates to heinous crime in the TCI, which I will not repeat here as we all are aware and are affected by it daily. Listening to the press conference for the roll out of the National Security Strategy provides a sense that in the medium and long term there are some workable plans that will bear fruit in the future. From the increasing the overall police force by 20% by March 2021 to the establishing our Defense Force, or even the naming for the first time a Permanent Secretary with responsibility for National Security.

However, what gives me pause and does not bring me and I assume any resident of the Turks and Caicos

Islands comfort is the fact that there are no immediate solutions to this very real and present crime situation. After starting the year off in the way we have I am concerned with the perceived lack of a sense of urgency by our National Security Leadership Team.

My suggestion is simply to deploy at least 50-75 highly trained and experienced tactical officers for serious violent crimes and drug enforcement and an additional 50 - 75 UK Troops with clear responsibility for rounding up illegal immigrants. This engagement should be for at least 6 months with clear terms of reference and should only be extended with the expressed consent of our every member of our National Security Leadership Team. The reason the surge is needed is because our hard working men and women of the RTCIPF need some breathing room to get the

training and additional personnel on the ground to be able to sustainably deal with this ongoing crisis.

If executed correctly, there will be mass detention, and consequentially, there must be a plan to house both detained illegal immigrants awaiting repatriation as well as detained arrestees awaiting court hearings. We can also seek temporary support for the Department of Public Prosecution to manage the influx of cases. It is clear that a great presence in the short- term is needed on the ground as criminals have no fear of being caught, stopped, persecuted, or punished in our present state. While National Security is the responsibility of the UK, those affected by the lack there of, are the citizens and residents of the Turks and Caicos Islands. Consequently there should be joint funding of this initiative.

Jamell Robinson

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InterHealth Canada – TCI Hospital promotes Patient Safety with fun team building activity

InterHealth Canada – Turks and Caicos Islands Hospital hosted a team building activity across medical centers called ‘The Amazing Race’ during the months of November and December to reinforce various organizational practices (ROP’s) for patient safety.

Teams were required to outsmart and out-race their fellow competitors’ in brain teaser exercises across numerous checkpoints with the ultimate goal of getting to the finish line in the quickest net time. Participants comprised of employees from facilities management and clinical departments.

Each checkpoint required teams to complete a challenge to receive their next clue as a reward. Teams were mandated to present evidence of task completion, similar to the format used in real health care accreditation assessments.

Bonus time credits of 30 minutes were granted for certain tasks and deducted from the end finish time.

Other activities for staff included health and wellness screenings and a raffle for health prizes. Below is an outline of the instructions given to participants during the Amazing Race component.

•In order to collect your first clue:- Look at the jar of kettle corns. Guess how many kettle corns are in the jar. Write your guess on your notepad and hand it to the gatekeeper. If your team is off by more than 50 candy corns, she will tell you if your guess is too high or too low. If your guess is not within 50candy corns, you must wait one full minute before guessing again. Once your guess is within 50 candy corns, you will receive your first clue.

on to retrieve the next clue. Find me washing all day long, clean and warm is where i belong. [Answer: laundry department] •CLUE NO. 3- To find your next clue, go to where at 38 weeks you are due, shuuu! Don’t flutter like a bird, I’m sitting where you write on me but leave no words. [Answer: maternity front desk] •CLUE NO. 4- visit the department where you enter with all the parts you’ve got.

However, when you leave, you may not.

[Answer: surgical suites] •SPEED BUMP- Take three group pictures with five different consenting patients holding “the world quality day”- “tci hospital building quality relationships one patient at a time” sign. Collect the next activity from the ladies who help us remember what we say… using hours taking minutes away…[Answer: executive secretary office] •ROAD BLOCK- “The pitch” each team member must have a conversation with two patients in the outpatient department including the following script:“Good Day Sir/ Madame, We at the TCI Hospital need your help to ensure that every patient in our care is kept safe from any harm. The patient is also a part of the team. As part of the care giving team we need you to always raise concerns, ask questions and speak up if you don’t understand what is being communicated. Please also remember, clean hands makes for safe care. Ask your health care provider to clean their hands before touching you. Together we can ensure safety for all. Thank you.”

•CLUE NO. 1- Congratulations you have won your first clue, but to move on, this is what you must do… Find me in the room where managers meet to complete your next feat. [Answer: board room]

•You are almost done; the patient must now sign to ensure that this task was won. Collect the next clue where the hospital welcomes you! [Answer: main reception desk]

•ROAD BLOCK – In order to receive your next clue your team must work together •CLUE NO. 5- Here’s what you must doto unscramble the following phrases go to the office where bugs are banned that represent required organisational and be sure to show your hand. [Answer: practices - once correctly completed, infection prevention and control departyou can continue your journey. Collect ment] your next envelope to view clue no.2.

•SPEED BUMP- This is a must, clean •CLUE NO. 2- Your next task lies ahead, hands we must trust! All team members please do not cease, find it where we rest must demonstrate correct hand washing the deceased. [Answer: morgue entrance] techniques within a 20-30 second window.

•SPEED BUMP- HIGH FIVE!- All team members must give a psa/porter/cleaner •CLUE NO. 6- QUICK!!! Time is wasting, a high five and tell them job well done! you’re also done, however you must reThe recipient of the high five must sign turn to where you’ve begun..all clues in to say that this came true, then move hand.

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Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease

By Dr. Marsha Barnett

Over the last 2 years or so, we have been having spikes in the number of the cases of hand, foot and mouth disease. Although it can affect all ages it is most common in children and because it is highly contagious, it has the potential to cause epidemics.

What causes hand, foot, and mouth disease?

Hand, foot, and mouth disease is often caused by a strain of coxsackievirus, most commonly coxsackievirus A16. The coxsackievirus is part of a group of viruses called enteroviruses. It is particularly contagious as there are many routes by which the virus can spread. The virus is present in saliva, fluid from blisters, feces and respiratory droplets sprayed into the air after coughing or sneezing. Hand, foot, and mouth disease can also be transmitted through direct contact with unwashed hands or a surface containing traces of the virus.

What are the symptoms?

After coming in contact with the virus, the symptoms will appear between 3 to 7 days. At that time, your child may develop a fever, sore throat, headache and muscle pains. Like most viruses, initial symptoms also include loss of appetite and lethargy. The characteristic blisters and rashes show up

later, usually one or two days after the fever begins. The blisters are usually on the hands, feet, face, inside the mouth and sometimes on the buttocks. The rash usually doesn’t cause symptoms but can be itchy. The mouth lesions however can be painful and affect feeding.

How is it diagnosed and treated?

Most times, the diagnosis is obvious after the physical examination.

The doctor may take a throat swab or stool sample to test for the virus but usually this is not required to confirm the diagnosis.

In most cases, the infection will go away without treatment in seven to 10 days. However, your doctor may recommend certain treatments to help ease symptoms until the disease has run its course. Over the counter or prescription drugs may be used to treat a fever if present. If oral lesions are present, analgesics will help the child to feel more comfortable as will swishing with warm salt water and sucking on medicated lozenges. In the few cases where the skin lesions itch, a cream may also be prescribed to reduce the itching and discomfort associated with the rash.

You or your child should feel completely better within a week after the initial onset of symptoms. The body usually builds up immunity to the viruses that cause the disease so re-infection doesn’t usually occur.

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Can complications occur?

Usually, persons with hand, foot and mouth disease resolve in a week and so without complications and most times, even without any medications. The skin eruptions however can be itchy in some persons and if one itches the skin repeatedly, germs on the surface of the skin or under the nail can lead to an infection which has to be treated with antibiotics. The lesions in the mouth can also cause severe discomfort where the child refuses to eat or drink. This can lead to dehydration, so staying on top of fluid intake is vital in a child with multiple mouth sores. Lastly, all viruses can cause an inflammation in the brain called encephalitis. This is extremely rare but in the odd case where your child becomes very unwell, lethargic or confused, you should see your doctor.

How can I prevent it?

disinfect the surfaces at home and school.

If you or your child is experiencing symptoms such as a fever or sore throat, stay home from school or work. Persons with hand foot and mouth disease are most contagious during the first week of the illness. They can sometimes remain contagious, though to a lesser degree, even after the blisters have come and gone! Because of this, even after feeling well and being allowed to re integrate with other children at school and daycare, good hygiene is still very important.

Because hand foot and mouth has so many ways of being transmitted, practicing good overall hygiene is the best defense along with staying away from persons who have the infection.

Teach your children how to *Dr. Marsha Barnett is a general wash their hands using water and soap.

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This is 20/20; focus on building people up

By Drexwell Seymour “Therefore encourage one another and build one another up, just as you are doing.”

(1 Thessalonians 5:11)

As we start this New Year off, let us focus on building people up. For too long now, we have been tearing each other down thus creating a toxic and negative environment. If only, we would wake up and come to a realization that this tearing down is causing our country to be torn into broken pieces. This is 20/20. Let us put the broken pieces together and start building up people.

How to build people up?

Encourage them

One way we can build people up is to encourage people. You can encourage someone by simply praising them for their efforts and supporting their efforts whether it is a business or a community event. Don’t just encourage someone because they are affiliated with your political party or they go to your church or they are from your country. Praise everyone for the good they have done. Don’t just like things

that supporters of your party or island do. Like all things. I wish some of our political leaders can demonstrate that.

Encourage our youth and old alike.

Support them

A number of people have businesses and events taking place.

Support their businesses and support their events. If you support them, they will be in a position to help others.

Look at people as people

Too many times we look at people and refer them in a derogatory manner simply because of their jobs or their background. It is amazing that we as black people get offended and rightly offended if “white” people call us niggers. However, we as black people don’t see anything wrong calling other people derogatory names such “you little Haitian”. That statement in itself condescending. Treat people like people n matter their background. Build them up especially if you say you are Christian.

Train them

Build people up by training them whether on the job or through

sponsorship of courses at College and University. We should not try to keep people down. The knowledge you have obtained, share it with others. Don’t keep people down. Our role as supervisors or bosses should be to train others so they can be promoted to take over our roles.

Love them

There is too much hatred and jealousy and over simple things. Try to love people no matter who they are or where they are from.

Be positive

Too many times when we hear negative things about people, we are quick to gossip and even spread lies about others. Let us be positive about others. Speak well about others. Speak well about your country. Speak well about other nationalities. Even when you are faced with negative situations, look at the positive side about it.

Give them an opportunity

Give people an opportunity.

Don’t leave others out because of past experiences of others. To the Government, give people concessions

too like the developers are getting. Give them a chance. Give them access to financing.

Conclusion

As I mentioned on Financially Speaking Show, politicians measure their success based on the construction of roads, buildings, number of jobs created and government surpluses. The private sector measures their success on the bottom line which is the net income.

However, the missing element is the building up of people. While there may be new jobs, many people particularly the locals are not in the right job and many of them are at the bottom of the scale. We can brag all we want about the surpluses, the net income and the booming economy, if our people are still living from paycheck to paycheck and are still struggling, the surpluses and the booming economy are meaningless.

Ashwood “Nash” Forbes has nothing to learn from anyone

I read with interest and shock ,the undue and unwarranted attacks on the Hon Ashwood Forbes, (“Nash”) former member of Parliament for Bottle Creek, 1999-circa and attorney-at-law, by a passing attorney Jerome Lynch, QC.

One would have thought that in 2020, certain primitive and colonial mindsets and attitudes would have escaped us and that people from the region, including Bermuda, would have advanced to the point where they no longer attempt to look down on the other.

It is a hard thing to do, because the colonial masters that we desperately emulate owing to mental slavery have done a good job. People like Lynch are hopeless because they’re trapped in the past thinking that the trappings of colonial and English culture make them think they better than others.

Some people will live in the past as they encourage the colonial mindset to remain with the Caribbean region forever.

Lynch and his cohorts are here at the expense of Turks & Caicos Islands, TCI taxpayers, residents and people who have a long-term interest in these islands.

In other words, these SIPT Lawyers are here to be paid our money, TCI people’s people (or to be euphemistic, Ashwood “Nash” Forbes’ money). Nash is a TCIslander with a nationalistic point of view, a man who has escaped the trappings of partisan mindsets and is a friend to PNP and PDM alike. Who is Lynch to come here try and insult Nash Forbes and collect monies that are Nash’s?

The remarks made by Forbes, regarding these SIPT lawyers coming here to freelance in the TCI; not only are they true, they go to the heart of the matter why these SIPT trials must end and that we are dealing with part time lawyers here to run out the clock so they could be paid more (the “Game”).

Nash is right for calling the game out. A number of questions must be asked.

1.Where was Lynch and the SIPT when the improper application

by Andrew Mitchell, a UK born British Queen’s Counsel, for full admission to the TCI Bar was rammed through the Supreme Court Registry to be listed in a matter of days?

Shouldn’t they be investigating this?

2.Why are so many of these lawyers who came here to do one job, seeking to transition to full admission, rather than completing the job of defending former ministers, which they came here to do?

3.How was it possible to get the application listed within days of it being filed by the court?

4.Did the Registrar of the Court fast track this application?

5.Did the former Chief Justice fast track this application?

6.With the Bar Council objecting to the application, why isn’t this breach of procedure a problem for the SIPT and Lynch?

7.It Lynch wants to be publicspirited shouldn’t he speak out about this?

Telling Nash how to do his job

People like lynch, admonishing Nash to appeal a case requires instructions from a client.

Raising the issue of “The Crown V Jean Mathurin decided in 2015 Mr Forbes has single-handedly been responsible for a major change in the law: defendants charged with offences that have an option of being tried in either the Magistrates court or the Supreme court, have had their right to elect trial by jury removed, contrary to the rest of the common-law jurisdictions around the world. That might have been regarded as a victory had Mr Forbes been representing the Crown, sadly he represented the defendant! The decision has never been appealed by Mr Forbes or anyone else. Can there be a more fundamental right in the jurisprudence

of a nation that holds its citizens’ rights in high regard than trial by jury of one’s peers?I am now instructed to appeal that decision.” , by lynch is a red herring.

As far as we know, the right to be tried by jury in the TCI has been removed by a constitutional change in 2011, and having ‘nothing’ to do with Mr Forbes’ actions.

NOTHING TO LEARN FROM ANYONE

As an attorney at law in the TCI the Hon Ashwood Forbes has prevailed at the Supreme Court and in the Court of Appeal. Many of his decisions that he won are landmark decisions. He has nothing to learn from anyone. What is there to learn: 1.How to undermine the legal system and get the SIPT lawyer’s admission to the court fast tracked and short circuited?

2.Hob nob with former judges to get a curry favor.

3.Pervert the course of justice and

do things that would undermine the legal system.

4.Press a fatally flawed no case to answer submission to the SIPT Court?

These Queen’s Counsel, who are here seeking to make money in the TCI are no examples to follow. They remind one of the mongoose brought into Jamaica to go after the rats and after the rats were gone, they go after the crops that the rats were attacking.

The colonial attitudes of people like lynch and others are not helpful for the Turks & Caicos or the Caribbean region. There is a time now for the Caribbean people to find unity in each other. Pulling each other down does not bode for the advancement of the region.

It is time for this farce to end and people need to unite behind the words and actions of Mr Forbes AS NASH IS RIGHT AND LYNCH IS WRONG. Thanks, but no Thanks Mr Lynch, Mr Forbes has nothing to learn from you.

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Being Intentional Citizens

By Lee Ingham

Well it’s the beginning of another New Year; it’s 2020!!! And it is traditionally around this time when persons are inclined to make resolutions and promises for the new year and, as we all may have experienced, some of these resolutions/promises are kept, but for the most part, those resolutions/ promises are broken very early into the new year – we here in the TCI included.

This year, this 2020, or very soon into 2021, however, we TCIers know that there will be a general election when we exercise our democratic, constitutional right, and might I say, our obligation, to vote for persons to REPRESENT us in the House of Assembly.

That is one event that we know we can count on – “the Good Lord willin’ and the cre’k don’t rise.” And it is this impending election to which I want to draw attention.

It appears to be a common phenomenon in the TCI for the Governments of the day to delay important projects into the final year of their control of the levers of power.

Ostensibly, this tactic is political in nature because works on these important projects are blatant, in-yourface reminders that the Government is working on behalf of the electorate to improve the lives of the people. This is a ritual which takes place every four years or so and we, the people, reticently accept it or ignore it.

The politicians, on the other hand, seem to understand that we will fall in line without much protestations and, thus, they (the politicians) play on our loyalty and ignorance, and routinely come back, again and again, soliciting our vote – despite the fact that in the three or four immediate preceding years we might have seen them once or twice in our constituencies meeting and discussing issues with those of us for whom they work.

Despite the Honorable Premier’s declaration that “there ain’t no elections anytime soon,” it is clear that the campaigning for the next general election has begun.

And the recent appearance of the nation’s capital.

Honorable Premier, Madam Cartwright And what of the sidelining and Robinson, on RTC’s “First Edition” is a marginilisation of our people while good indication to support my claim. others seem to be enjoying wealth

The Premier spoke in glowing generated from our land? terms of the very good economic Additionally, I take issue with condition of the country, the the Honorable Premier’s claim that her opportunities – many of which our Government has conducted or conducts people are not accessing – created, “quarterly update meetings” with the the plethora of policies adopted and people of the various constituencies. legislation passed to advance our people Given the paucity of information in the and protect our country and our rapid country, where is the basis in fact for recovery post Irma and Maria making such a claim by the Premier?

TCI the envy of several of our regional The Premier also claimed that her island/countries.

Ministers have tried “our best” to inform

Lamentably, the Premier also the country of the accomplishments of addressed the negative and sometimes her Government and of opportunities them make a serious claim about having false social media commentary on for the people. Well, RTC’s “Expressions,” regular meeting with their constituents the country, her and her fellow the one program where the people voice in 4 years, even though they receive Parliamentarians, but made it clear their views and opinions, has been hefty “constituency allowances” each that personal, ad hominem attacks on silenced, by the Government, since month? the families of those in public office September, 2019; many of the Ministers As I see it, all the All-island are “fighting” words and will not go of Government have, in the past, used incumbents, but particularly those in the unheeded. this medium to speak to the people; and Government, ought to consider coming

This catalog of accomplishments to this date, as far as I know, the people to the people of Grand Turk on bended touted by the Honorable Premier are all have not been told why this is the case knee and apologizing for their woeful laudable and worthy of our adulation. and the deafening silence of Expressions failure to address the needs of the island

It must also be borne in mind seems to be synonymous with the silence before asking for our vote. that this current Government or any of the Government.

We should all be intentional other Government which speaks so I want to urge our people, citizens and demand that all those who glowingly about its accomplishments especially the people of Grand Turk, to want to represent us come and discuss is merely doing its job for which each seriously think about this next general with us our “manifestos” before they member is being paid handsomely from election like we have not before. come with their flatbeds and loud music the coffers of the country.

Through introspection and making outlandish, vacuous promises

And while it is the wont of reflection, I challenge the people of which most of them half-heartedly make politicians to “toot their own horns,” the TCI to act intentionally. We can and/or do not intend to keep – just like having to resort to this sort of advertising do so by not selling our vote for “a the New Years resolutions. suggests an impersonal, distant. modus mess of pottage,” but to vote with the It is our obligation to look out operandum and a failure to communicate best interests of our country in mind. for ourselves and our posterity and so it with the people whom they represent.

Critically evaluate those who appear is incumbent on us to make it clear to

But let me hasten to be one every 4 years trying to mesmerize us with those who desire to work for us that we of the “intentional citizens” which their outlandish promises. will be intentional with our votes. the Honorable Premier requests us all Let me briefly concentrate on We should not and cannot, to be. Sure, the Premier points to the the island of Grand Turk. Three of the therefore, continue to play musical chairs accomplishments of her Government, five “All-Island” Legislators (2 actually with “do nothing” Representatives who but there are so many other concerns hail from GT) and the Representative are more concerned about themselves which, in my estimation, were not from GT South are members of the PDM and their families than they are about us addressed, viz., the status of the Government. Can any of them, with a as a country and not on the same page Constitution, the outcry of the people straight face, go to the people of GT and with us. relative to the inordinate number of claim to have improved the condition of If they are not willing to ex-pats holding important positions in the island – except for most of the roads “represent” us and work as per the job Government and the private sector – at in GT South and the road to Lighthouse descriptions which we set for them, then the expense of local TCIers, the draining being paved? they “need not apply.” of the public purse on SIPT nor the What of the improvement of deplorable condition of Grand Turk, the the lives of the people? Can any of A luta continua!!

GYMNASTIC TEACHER – JOB DESCRIPTION Location: Laporte’s Plaza - Unit # 2, Academy Way #5, Downtown Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands

-To ensure children are released to the correct parent/guardian.

-To keep daily attendance records and progress reports.

-To advise gymnasts about how to improve their technique as well as to avoid injuries.

-To write up accident reports and to notify the office about injuries and checks in with the parents to follow-up.

-To assist with routine office tasks, such as scheduling.

Description: Provo Gymnastics Academy is actively seeking Gymnastic Coaches for the first Academy of its kind in Turks & Caicos Islands. Applicants must be enthusiastic and love working with children from ages 4 to 16, have strong skills in working as a team Required knowledge and skills: and show strong communications and class management skills.

-Knowledge of the principles, practices and methods of Must be fluent in English. Physical requirements include lifting gymnastic programs, safety and organization (minimum of 1 50 pounds, continual movement over uneven surfaces, setting up year). mats and equipment, etc.. Ability to provide sustained attention -High school diploma or equivalent in a Sports Coaching to gymnasts during class time. Willing to work evenings and Qualification. week-ends as classes will normally open after school (3:30 pm).

Must be able to communicate well with co-workers, gymnasts Positions are full-time jobs. and parents.

-Have a certification in First Aid and CPR. Duties and Responsibilities: -Knowledge of USAG levels from beginner to level 10 -To prepare lesson plans and rotation schedule for team classes -Ability to monitor planned activities with children. and assist in developing gymnastic programs.

-Teach skills on floor, bar, trampoline, beam and tumble trak.

-To ensure maximum use of time and space by all gymnasts.

-To prepare gymnasts working towards award schemes.

Salary/Benefits: -To become familiar with the individual needs of gymnasts in -Salary is negotiable based on experience and expertise each group.

-3 weeks of paid vacation yearly.

-To assist with gymnasts taking part in competitions or events.

-To report any accidents, illnesses, safety hazards, discipline This position is currently held by a Work Permit Holder issues or child Please send applications to provogymnastics@hotmail.com protection concerns immediately.

Applicants who are Turks and Caicos Islanders can send copies -To set up and prepare training facilities and to clean up of their resume to the Labour Board. facility at end of the day.

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apply paint.

• Knowledge about repairing furniture, touch up paint • Repair or replace damaged wood parts in hotel furniture structures such as beds, cabinets, and desks • Install wood add-ons such as hinges, handles, and locks onto finished products Starting salary $10.00 per hr.

IMMEDIATE OPENING Laundry Driver Requirements: • Must have valid driving license and clean driving record.

• Six months experience in housekeeping/laundry situation.

• Ability to follow instructions and work independently.

Duties Include: • Pick up dirty linens and refuse and return to the laundry.

• Support laundry department as instructed Starting salary at $7.00 per hour.

General Cashier/Payroll Master Requirements: • Must have experience cash handling • One-year minimum payroll experience • Preferred experience in using ADP payroll system or similar type of payroll software • Must be well versed in computers and utilizing Microsoft Office Software (Excel, Word, Outlook) • Excellent Mathematical and Numerical Skills.

• Must be able to handle a fast-paced environment.

• Quick learner and a desire to develop new technical skills • Holds a valid driver’s license.

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience working in an accounts/payroll department.

• Willing to take on role for both The Palms and The Sands resorts Duties include: • Recover the cash drop sheet placed by the main safe.

• Open the main safe and recover the cashier’s envelopes from each department.

• Count the cash for each outlet and reconcile with the cash drop sheet.

Any differences detected should be noted on the drop sheet.

• Cash drops from Sand Dollar will be verified at least once a week.

• Provide change to different outlets as requested.

• Replenish front office floats according to received petty cash receipts.

• Prepare the summary sheet for all cash counted for the different outlets (1 sheet for each day).

• Prepare the documents for the bank deposit (1 form for each day).

• Bank deposits for Sand Dollar will be made at least twice a month • Count all house banks at least once a month and submit the corresponding documentation to the Assistant Financial Controller.

• Issue house banks to the different cashiers as authorized.

• Keep relevant records of all issued/returned house banks.

• Organize all approved requests for cash advances with bank / Accounts Payable / In come Auditor.

• Ensure all cash advances are being delivered on the requested date and time to the Responsible of the Group and have all documents signed off for re ceipt.

• Give a copy of the receipt to the Income Auditor for posting to theMaster Account.

• Assist with any other tasks requested by the Financial Controller Starting salary $31,000- $35,000 per annum not including service charge.

Engineering Supervisor Requirements: • Assist with ensuring correct, efficient and high quality repair and maintenance work throughout the resort.

• Assist with supervision of engineering staff on assigned shifts.

• Ensure all Engineering staff follow all policies and procedures correctly at all times.

• Communicate all repair and maintenance issues to the Chief Engineer.

• Fulfill duties of engineering staff as needed.

• Other duties as may be requested or required by department or other manager.

Duties Include: • Knowledge of chemical hazards and proper use.

• Knowledge of safe and proper use of machinery, equipment and materials.

• Knowledge of fire and safety regulations and government guidelines/requirements.

Starting salary at $10.00 per hour Night Auditor Requirements: • At least 3 years in a similar role at a property of similar size and quality • Technical proficiency (computer applications) • Strong organizational and time management discipline • Understanding of hospitality operating systems Duties Include: • Ensure accurate and timely recording and reporting of all property receipts.

• Input into the front office system revenue/expenses/allowances to generate the daily reports such as the Guest Ledger Summary and the Daily Restaurant Summary • Balance all revenue and settlement accounts nightly, maintain files and reset the system for next day operations • Assist with guest needs as required during the shift Starting salary at $10.00 per hour Furniture Painter Requirements: • Education from trade school or experience in painting furniture • Dexterity: Skilled in mixing colors. Knowing about different paints compositions.

• Supervised other coworkers • Reading and writing is required • Respectful person able to work as part of a team, receiving directions from manager • Responsible with Timetables and full time availability Duties Include: • Provide cost estimate of materials required for every project • Knowledge about different kind of materials like wood types, different surfaces to

Assistant Financial Controller Requirements: • Preparation & posting of various recurring General Ledger entries each month with appropriate backups and maintain an updated list of all for Management Co. And Strata Corp.

• Monthly reconciliation of balance sheet accounts for the Management Co. and Strata Corp.

• Assistance with Preparation of monthly Income Statements for final review by Financial Controller for the Management Co. And Strata Corp.

• Run various time sensitive reports out of Opera the 1st day of each month (Aging balances A/R, Departure report, Guest Ledger, Deposit Ledger, in house guests for owner’s split calculation, etc...)

• Assist/Coordinate with Cost Controller and Spa Manager and/or Supervisor on monthly reports submitted for month end; reviewing and ensuring accuracy on • Inventory counts, variances are investigated and resolved, prepaid reports are accurate, invoice submissions are completed, etc.

• Assist/Coordinate with Cost Controller/Purchasing Manager/Manager of dept. on all other inventories; reviewing and ensuring accuracy on inventory counts, variances are investigated and resolved, invoice submissions are completed, etc.

Involves completing reports out of MXP system for requisitions, outlet counts, etc.

• Assist/Coordinate with Cost Controller and Spa Manager and/or Supervisor on monthly reports submitted for month end; reviewing and ensuring accuracy on • Inventory counts, variances are investigated and resolved, prepaid reports are accurate, invoice submissions are completed, etc.

• Assist/Coordinate with Cost Controller/Purchasing Manager/Manager of dept. on all other inventories; reviewing and ensuring accuracy on inventory counts, variances are investigated and resolved, invoice submissions are completed, etc.

Involves completing reports out of MXP system for requisitions, outlet counts, etc.

• Preparation of bi-weekly payroll entries for the resort from reports received from Payroll Master • Make necessary accruals if ending of payroll period is different than ending of accounting period.

• Review and sign off on accuracy of payroll before final processing in ADP by Payroll Master.

• Prepare direct deposit files for resort employees according to the information received from Payroll Master and forward to Financial Controller for processing at bank.

• Follow up as needed that payroll processed at bank by payment deadlines.

• Prepare & balance NIB and NHIP reconciliations on time for monthly submissions.

This includes coordination with Human Resources, Payroll Master and NIB/NHIB on ensuring numbers are all correct and current in ADP and submissions.

• Ensure that cash reconciliation between PMS system and physical deposits is maintained by Income Auditor and verifying all variances are being followed up & resolved in a timely manner.

• Ensure that credit card reconciliation between PMS system, Shift 4, and bank account is maintained, and any variances are being followed up in a timely manner.

• Verify physical counts received from General Cashier with bank deposits according to bank statements.

• Verify credit card batches with credit card payments received in bank account.

• Review DStat reports & Interface Reconciliation Daily and coordinate with Income Auditor to ensure variances are being resolved and corrected in a timely manner.

• Keep register of all House Bank accounts and documentation and ensure that counts are made once per month by the General Cashier.

• Count House Bank of General Cashier once a month; Assist with Lockbox audits.

• Attend to inventory counts in the outlets where needed/assigned.

• Calculate Accommodation Tax before the 15th of each month, so payment can be submitted before the 20th • Reconcile the detail of the maintenance expenses received from Accounts Payables with GL and verify all allocations between Management Co and Strata Corp.

• Update the daily revenues each month in CIA to be exported to DSTAT (for the following month).

• Participate in monthly Financial Department Meetings.

• Assistance in coding of Accounts Payables and Expense Reports.

• Maintenance of & Keep Fixed Assets register updated with copy of related invoices.

• Cover vacations within the Department.

• Update contract binders (physical and electronic).

• Assist in implementing and reviewing internal controls and policies.

• Assist in budgets and forecasts.

• Assist with any other task requested by the Financial Controller.

• Any other ad hoc duties or tasks as assigned or directed by management.

• Candidate Profile Duties include: • Minimum two years’ experience at a property of similar size as an Assistant Financial Controller • Post-secondary degree or equivalent qualification by experience.

• Resort and Strata Accounting experience • Sound training in all areas of accounting from A/P, A/R, General Ledger, Credit.

Collections, Audit. Inventory control, Payroll, Budgeting, Costing, P & L preparation and analysis, etc.

• Advanced knowledge and skills in computer systems, most specifically, Excel Spreadsheet Solutions • Demonstrate understanding of interdepartmental relations and expectations in the luxury hotel market.

• Sound knowledge of American Accounting Plans • Willingness to complete a variety of tasks as assigned by Financial Controller • Must be able and willing to work all days and shifts • Team player who can also work on own initiative Starting salary at $55,000.00 per annum

*POSITIONS MARKED WITH (*) ARE POSITIONS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER. Interested applicants can apply in person at The Palms’ Human Resources Department on Monday through Friday between 9am – 5pm, resumes can also be dropped off to the employment center. Please bring along with you an updated resume that will be attached to your completed application form. Applicants can also email their resumes to careers@thepalmstc.com Attention: Dian Kennedy, no later than end of day, January 31st, 2020. For further information, please do not hesitate to contact us at 946-8666.

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participates in educational programs.

Vacant Position: Registered Nurse Location: Cheshire Hall Medical Centre, Providenciales TCI Job Summary: Post holder will be responsible for providing professional nursing care to patients by working independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team. Assumes primary responsibility for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating patient care in accordance with established standards and hospital policies.

Responsibilities: Administer medications, checking dosages and patient histories for possible interaction. Assess, plan, implement, evaluate and document nursing care of patients in accordance with organizational policies and in accordance with standards of professional nursing practice. Takes temperature, pulse, blood pressure and other vital signs to detect deviations from normal and assess condition. Provide direction, advice and emotional aid to patient’s families and educate patients and public on various medical conditions Requirements and Experiences: •Graduate of an approved School of Nursing, holding a certificate in nursing, with current registration from country of training/origin •Evidence of ongoing relevent post graduate education and training •Current BLS certification Desired •Holder of Nursing Degree •Current ACLS certification Minimum two years recent clinical nursing experience Salary: $25,000.00 to $30,000.00 per annum Position currently held by a work permit holder.

JOB DESCRIPTION PROVIDED UPON REQUEST. Submit resumes and references to: Recruitment@interhealthcanada.tc or Lorenzo Seymour, Human Resources Manager, InterHealthCanada, Cheshire Hall Medical Centre.

Deadline for applications: Wednesday 05th February 2020.

VACANT POSITIONS Vacant Position: Nurse Manager Location: Cheshire Hall Medical Centre, Providenciales TCI Job Summary: Accountable for ensuring excellence in the provision of patient centered care within the assigned department. The Manager is responsible for providing leadership and direction for the operations, management, utilization, risk management and quality improvement within assigned portfolio. Applies management theory and concepts to leading, staffing, monitoring, evaluating and data gathering including the development of relevant outcome measures pertinent to the assigned department. Accountable for efficient, effective utilization of approved physical, financial and human resources, for guiding and coordinating activities of the area(s) in accordance with professional standards and supporting the goals and strategic direction of Interhealth Canada, TCI. Responsibilities: Provides leadership for clinical practice by seeking out and identifying best practices in patient care ensuring the appropriate structures, system processes and culture are in place to facilitate ongoing development of a best practice model of care.

Requirements and Experiences: •Graduate of an approved School of Nursing with current registration from country of origin/training •Nursing Degree •Post graduate qualification or evidence of on-going relevant post graduate education and training •Current BLS certification •Health services management qualification or willing to work towards Desired •Masters Degree in Nursing •Budget management training •ACLS certified Salary: $36,000 to $40,000 per annum.

Position currently held by a work permit holder.

Education - Required •Graduate of a approved School of Nursing with current registration from country of training/origin •Post graduate qualification or evidence of ongoing relevant post graduate education and training •Current BLS certification •Holder of Nursing Degree or willing to work towards Desired •Current ACLS certification •Health service management certification/training Experience - Required Minimum of five years recent clinical nursing experience, in area of specialization, with two years at Senior Registered Nurse level Evidence of supervisory experience Developing and participating in quality improvement initiatives Salary: $54,000.00 to 66,000.00 per annum.

Position currently by a work permit holder.

JOB DESCRIPTION PROVIDED UPON REQUEST. Submit resumes and references to: Recruitment@interhealthcanada.tc or Lorenzo Seymour, Human Resources Manager, InterHealthCanada, Cheshire Hall Medical Centre.

Deadline for applications: Wednesday 05th February 2020.

Vacant Position: General Surgeon Location: Cheshire Hall Medical Centre, Providenciales TCI Job Summary: Post holder will be responsible to provide general surgical care to patients within the Cheshire Hall Medical Centre and Cockburn Town Medical Centre.

Responsibilities: Attend to surgical in-patients. Attend to surgical outpatients via the Out Patient clinic. Provide surgical emergency coverage on an on-call basis. Schedule and perform surgeries within scope of practice on an elective basis. Provide evidence based patient care within acceptable regional/ worldwide standards. Assist colleagues in a collegiate manner where necessary.

Advise and supervise the delivery of nursing care to the surgical patients Requirements and Experiences: Holder of an appropriate medical degree and Royal College / Boards / other certification in General Surgery. At least five years in recognized General surgical posts.

Desirable Previous substantive consultant post or equivalent Salary: $65,000.00 to $85,000.00 per annum Position currently held by a work permit holder JOB DESCRIPTION PROVIDED UPON REQUEST. Submit resumes and references to: Recruitment@interhealthcanada.tc or Lorenzo Seymour, Human Resources Manager, InterHealthCanada, Cheshire Hall Medical Centre.

Deadline for applications: Wednesday 05th February 2020.

Vacant Position: Pharmacy Technician Location: Cheshire Hall Medical Centre, Providenciales TCI Job Summary: Under the direction of a pharmacist, the pharmacy technician performs pharmacy related functions in compliance with department policies and procedures in a manner that provides optimal pharmaceutical care.

Responsibilities: The Pharmacy Technician; is responsible for dispensing and assembling inpatient and approved outpatient prescription, which includes production of labels a through to issuance. In the role the Pharmacy technician will participate in the stock “top up” system and checks stock rotation and storage conditions on the units and document as necessary; ensure accurate data of issues and returns is maintained in the computerized pharmacy system; pick up unused medications from the nursing units and return to pharmacy; participate in department’s stock taking activities. The Pharmacy Technician must remove and safely dispose of pharmaceutical waste and expired drugs.

The Pharmacy Technician will also respond to general enquiries from clinical staff and public, within the required competency scope.

JOB DESCRIPTION PROVIDED UPON REQUEST. Submit resumes and references to: Recruitment@interhealthcanada.tc or Lorenzo Seymour, Human Resources Manager, InterHealthCanada, Cheshire Hall Medical Centre.

Deadline for applications: Wednesday 05th February 2020.

Requirements and Experiences: •Pharmacy technician’s certification from a recognized training program •Current registration with the TCI health practitioners’ board •Minimum 3 years working experience in a hospital pharmacy.

•Knowledge of basic pharmacy practices and procedures •Accurate keyboard skills •Attention to detail (methodical and accurate)

Vacant Position: Nurse Supervisor Location(s): Cheshire Hall Medical Centre, Providenciales & Cockburn Town Medical Centre, Grand Turk, TCI.

Desirable •Certified in compounding and IV admixture techniques •Medical terminology course

Job Summary: Responsible for the co-ordination of patient care. Serves as a role model and a resource to staff for clinical decision making, clinical assessments of patients and in the initial co-ordination and/or management of complaints where appropriate. Reviews, analyses and makes recommendation on the development of policies, procedures and standards of patient care, adequate staffing levels, and a continuous quality improvement environment.

Liaises with the interdisciplinary team for identification, co-ordination and efficient utilisation of resources, identifies staff education needs and

Salary: $20,000 to $26,000 per annum.

Position currently held by a work permit holder JOB DESCRIPTION PROVIDED UPON REQUEST. Submit resumes and references to: Recruitment@interhealthcanada.tc or Lorenzo Seymour, Human Resources Manager, InterHealthCanada, Cheshire Hall Medical Centre.

Deadline for applications: Wednesday 05th February 2020.

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LOCAL NEWS Turks & Caicos Islands wins big at 2020 World Travel Awards Caribbean Gala

T

he Turks & Caicos Islands once again captured the prestigious awards for Caribbean’s Leading Beach Destination 2020 and Caribbean’s Most Romantic Destination 2020.

The 27th Annual World Travel Awards Caribbean Gala was held on January 20th, 2020 at Sandals Royal Bahamian in Nassau, The Bahamas.

In addition to the above awards won by the destination, several Turks &

Caicos Islands resorts were awarded as Resort 2020 - Amanyara Villas, Caribbean’s follows: Turks & Caicos’ Leading Boutique Leading All Suite Hotel 2020 - The Palms, Hotel 2020 - Beach House, Turks & Caicos’ Caribbean’s Leading All-Inclusive Family Leading Car Rental Company 2020 – Hertz, Resort 2020 - Beaches Turks & Caicos, Caribbean’s Leading Boutique Hotel 2020 Turks & Caicos’ Leading Destination Management Company 2020 - Olympia - Point Grace, Caribbean’s Leading Hotel Destination Management Company, Turks Suite 2020 - Grace Bay Penthouse Suite at & Caicos’ Leading Hotel 2020 - The Palms, Grace Bay Club and Caribbean’s Leading Turks & Caicos’ Leading Hotel Suite 2020 Luxury Island Resort 2020 - Sailrock Resort - Three Bedroom Executive Penthouse at

The ceremony, which celebrates The Shore Club, Turks & Caicos’ Leading excellence in the travel and tourism

industry, was attended by Caribbean Ministers and Directors of Tourism, industry leaders and international media.

The Turks & Caicos Islands delegation was led by Minister of Tourism Hon. Ralph Higgs and included Chairman of the Tourist Board Adelphine Higgs-Pitter, Board Member Kendra Parker and USA Regional Marketing Manager Pamela Ewing.

Pamela Ewing USA Regional Marketing Manager accepts the award on behalf of The Palms for Caribbean’s Leading All Suite Hotel 2020 and Turks & Caicos’ Leading Hotel 2020

Pamela Ewing USA Regional Marketing Manager and Graham Cooke, Founder of the World Travel Awards after accepting the award on behalf of The Palms for Caribbean’s Leading All Suite Hotel 2020 and Turks & Caicos’ Leading Hotel 2020

Pamela Ewing USA Regional Marketing Manager accepts the award on behalf of The Shore Club for Turks & Caicos’ Leading Hotel Suite 2020

Pamela Ewing USA Regional Marketing Manager and Graham Cooke, Founder of the World Travel Awards after accepting the award for Turks & Caicos’ Leading Hotel Suite 2020: The Shore Club Three Bedroom Executive Penthouse

Gordon Butch Stewart and General Manager of Beaches Turks and Caicos James McAnally accept the award for Caribbean’s Leading All-Inclusive Family Resort 2020: Beaches Turks and Caicos

James McAnally, General Manager of Beaches Turks and Caicos and Graham Cooke, Founder of the World Travel Awards after accepting the award for Caribbean’s Leading All-Inclusive Family Resort 2020

Kashmie Ali, Managing Director of Sailrock Resort accepts the award for Caribbean’s Leading Luxury Island Resort 2020

Representatives of Sailrock Resort and Graham Cooke, Founder of the World Travel Awards after accepting the award for Caribbean’s Leading Luxury Island Resort 2020

Minister of Tourism Hon. Ralph Higgs with representatives from the Turks & Caicos Islands at the 27th World Travel Awards

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L-R: Pamela Ewing, USA Regional Marketing Manager; Leandrea Missick, Ministry of Tourism Executive Administrator; Hon. Ralph Higgs, Minister of Tourism; Graham Cooke, Founder of the World Travel Awards; Adelphine Higgs-Pitter, Chairman of the Tourist Board; and Kendra The entertainment at the 27th World Travel Awards Caribbean Gala Parker, Board Member of Tourist Board. included Junkanoo

Graham Cooke, Founder of the World Travel Awards

Bahamas Minister of Tourism and Aviation Hon. Dionisio D’Aguilar greets attendees at the 27th World Travel Awards Caribbean Gala held at the Sandals Royal Bahamian in Nassau, Bahamas

Armando Pizzuti, Executive Vice President and Jason Heath, Executive Caesar Campbell, Managing Director of Olympia DMC accepts the Chef of Turks & Caicos Collection accept the award for Turks & Caicos’ award for Turks & Caicos’ Leading Destination Management Company Leading Boutique Hotel 2020: Beach House 2020

Caesar Campbell, Managing Director of Olympia DMC accepts the award for Turks & Caicos’ Leading Destination Management Company 2020

Minister of Tourism Hon. Ralph Higgs and Chairman of TCI Tourist Board Adelphine Higgs-Pitter accept the awards for Caribbean’s Leading Beach Destination 2020 and Caribbean’s Most Romantic Destination 2020 for the Turks and Caicos Islands.

Representatives of Sailrock Resort at the World Travel Awards Cocktail Reception.

Stacey-Ann Albert, Human Resource and Operations Manager of Sailrock Resort

Tikera Seymour, Reservations Manager of Sailrock Resort

Caesar Campbell, Managing Director of Olympia DMC at the World Travel Awards Cocktail Reception.

Caesar Campbell, Managing Director of Olympia DMC at the World Travel Awards Cocktail Reception.

Representatives of Sailrock Resort at the Cocktail Reception at the 27th World Travel Awards

Graham Cooke, Founder of the World Travel Awards and Gordon Butch Stewart, Chairman, Sandals Resorts International

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Beaches Turks & Caicos reward outstanding performers T

eam Members at Beaches Turks & Caicos took home top prizes at the resort’s annual Employees Prestige Awards, which took place at the resorts French Village stage on Thursday, January 16, 2020.

Celebrated in masquerade style, the annual award recognizes and rewards team members in 17 categories whose performance has consistently made a positive impact on the quality of services offered at the resort.

The annual ceremony has earned a top reputation for excellence for those who

have worked diligently and have a proven record of professionalism and appreciation for Beaches and Sandals Resorts International.

This year’s winners are; Circle of Joy of the Year Award for Year— Erline Raphael, Cost Control, Legendary Team Member Award for Year— Miguel Murphy, Entertainment, Mover and Shaker Team Member Award for Year—Bertha Simmons, Kitchen, Heart of the House Award for Year— Frantz Louis, Food & Beverage, Earth Guardian of the Year Award for Year— Swean Wright Frazer, Spa, Money

Maker of the Year Award for Year— MecKisha Allen – Admin, Restaurant of the Year— Moyston, Photoshop, Standing Ovation Kimonos Restaurant, ‘A’ Team of the Year of the Year Award for Year—Elecia Chin, Award for Year— Entertainment (Animation Gift Shop, Pace Setter of the Year Award & Kids Camp), Platinum Team Member of (GM Award) for Year—Malcolm Campbell, the Year Award for Year— Charlie Olisamin Grounds, People’s Choice Award for Year— – Stewarding and Diamond Team Member Leleith Cohen Saunders, Housekeeping, of the Year Award for Year— Rosa Gomez Di Sandals Foundation Sentinel Award for Year— Missick – Bars.

Devie Ann Parkins – Spa.

In addition, All Rounder of the Year Award for Year— Owen Mitchell, Bar, Photo Credit: Earlson Robinson & MVP of the Year Award for Year — Beverley Beaches TCI.

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Prince wrongful death case dismissed; estate case continues

Prince performs during halftime of the Super Bowl XLI football game in Miami

A wrongful death lawsuit filed by Prince’s family members has been quietly dismissed in recent months, suggesting family members have reached settlements with defendants including the Minnesota doctor who saw Prince in the weeks before his death and the Illinois hospital that treated him for an opioid overdose seven days before he died.

The dismissals largely close one legal chapter in the superstar’s legacy, even as efforts drag on to value and dispose of his estate once pegged at around $200 million.

Prince was 57 when he died of an accidental fentanyl overdose on April 21, 2016, without leaving a will. No one was criminally charged in his death and the source of the counterfeit pills that killed him remains unknown.

Prince’s heirs filed a wrongful death lawsuit against a slew of defendants in April 2018, alleging they had the duty and opportunity to diagnose and treat Prince’s addiction and prevent his death, but failed to do so.

But as early as last summer, plaintiffs began dismissing defendants.

Claims against Dr. Michael Schulenberg — a doctor who treated Prince in the weeks before his death — were permanently dismissed in November, along with claims against Schulenberg’s former employer. Both sides agreed to the dismissals.

Claims against Walgreens, which filled prescriptions for Prince, and Trinity Medical Center, the Illinois hospital where Prince was treated for an opioid overdose a week before he died, were also permanently dismissed in August by agreement.

Attorneys in the case either declined comment or did not return messages to The Associated Press. But Henry Blair, a professor at Mitchell Hamline School of Law in St. Paul, Minnesota, said the dismissal language — with agreement by defendants and plaintiffs — leaves him “99.99% sure those are settlements.”

A medical negligence claim against Howard Kornfeld, a California addiction specialist who was contacted by Prince’s associates before he died, was dismissed by a judge in September, but remains alive on appeal. Prince’s family says Kornfeld had a duty to advise Prince’s associates that he should be immediately admitted for treatment. But the judge found no evidence that Kornfeld ever communicated with Prince or that a doctor-patient relationship was established.

An autopsy found Prince overdosed on fentanyl.

Authorities said it was likely Prince didn’t know he was taking the synthetic opioid that is 50 times more powerful than heroin.

Authorities said Schulenberg admitted prescribing the opioid oxycodone to Prince’s bodyguard in the days before Prince died, knowing the drug would go to Prince. He disputes that allegation, although he paid $30,000 to settle a federal civil violation alleging the drug was prescribed illegally.

The bodyguard, Kirk Johnson, was deposed during the wrongful death litigation, but refused to answer nearly all of the questions, according to a transcript.

Meanwhile, Prince’s siblings are still waiting to learn how much his estate is worth. Court filings several months after Prince’s death suggested the estate was worth around $200 million before taxes. More recent filings suggest the estate and Internal Revenue Service have not yet agreed on its value.

Protracted litigation isn’t unusual for big estates, even when there is a will. The fight between pop superstar Michael Jackson’s estate and the IRS over valuing his estate continues in federal tax court, even though he died in 2009.

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Grammys CEO says she was ousted after reporting harassment

The ousted Grammys accusation false, saying there was no CEO fired back at the Recording mistreatment and identifying the Academy on Tuesday, alleging that employee as the executive assistant she was removed after complaining she inherited from Portnow. about sexual harassment and In her Dec. 22 email, Dugan pay disparities and for calling called the academy “a boys’ club.” out conflicts of interest in the While trying to resolve nomination process for music’s a lawsuit against the academy, most prestigious awards.

Dugan said one of the claimants

Lawyers for Deborah characterized the organization’s Dugan, who was placed on leadership as “a boys’ club” that administrative leave last week after “put their financial interest above six months in the job, filed the the mission.” discrimination complaint with the “At the time, I didn’t want Equal Employment Opportunity to believe it,” said Dugan. “But now Commission just five days before after 5 months of being exposed the Grammy Awards. She alleged to the behavior and circumstances she was sexually harassed by the outlined here, I have come to academy’s general counsel, Joel suspect she is right.”

Katz, who late Tuesday denied her The academy said in a account. statement that it “immediately

Dugan detailed the launched independent harassment and other issues in investigations to review both Ms. Deborah Dugan posing for a portrait in New an email to an academy human Dugan’s potential misconduct and resources executive on Dec. 22, her subsequent allegations. Both York according to the complaint. of these investigations remain still attempted to kiss her at the end

The complaint also stated ongoing.” of the night. She “quickly turned that Dugan was paid less than Dugan, according to away, repulsed.” Katz continued former academy CEO Neil Portnow, the statement, was placed on the harassment in subsequent who left the post last year, and that administrative leave after offering interactions, the complaint alleged. she was also subject to retaliation to step down and demanding $22 Katz “categorically and for refusing to hire Portnow as a million from the Academy, which is emphatically denies her version of consultant for nearly half his former a not-for-profit organization. that evening,” his attorney, Howard salary.

“Our loyalty will always Weitzman, said in a statement. The

Portnow had been criticized be to the 21,000 members of the statement said the dinner occured 2 for saying women need to “step up” Recording Academy. We regret that 1/2 months before Dugan started as when asked backstage at the 2018 music’s biggest night is being stolen CEO. show why only two female acts from them by Ms. Dugan’s actions, “Mr. Katz believed they won awards during the live telecast. and we are working to resolve the had a productive and professional Portnow called his comments a matter as quickly as possible.” meeting in a restaurant where a “poor choice of words” and later said An email from Katz said number of members of the board of he chose not to seek an extension the attorney was out sick. Katz’s trustees of the academy, and others, on his contract. firm said it had not yet seen the were dining,” Weitzman’s statement

A filing with the Internal complaint and could not comment read.

Revenue Service shows that Portnow on its allegations.

Dugan also contends was paid $1.74 million in 2016.

In the complaint, Dugan Katz and his firm were paid Dugan said she was pressured to hire alleged that in May 2019, when she inappropriately by the academy, him as a consultant for $750,000 had accepted the CEO position but and that his role representing both annually.

Dugan’s Grammys had not begun her work, she had the academy and artists who are compensation was not revealed in dinner with Katz, the academy’s up for Grammys was a conflict of Tuesday’s filing. She earned nearly general counsel, alone at his request interest. $537,000 in 2016 in her previous in Laguna Niguel, California, on the Katz’s firm said the job as CEO of Bono’s (RED) charity eve of a meeting of the academy harassment allegations against the organization. board. attorney were not known until

Last week, the academy said There, Katz acted Tuesday, but that the firm would Dugan was put on leave following “extremely inappropriately,” cooperate with all investigations an allegation of misconduct by a according to the complaint, calling into the matter. senior leader at the organization.

Dugan “baby” and making “an Tuesday’s academy

On Tuesday, the academy obvious and unwelcome attempt statement alleged Dugan raised her said the issue was a complaint by to ‘woo’ Ms. Dugan into a romantic concerns only after being accused a female employee that Dugan had relationship.” of misconduct. Dugan’s attorneys been “abusive” and created a “toxic Dugan, the complaint said, denied that, saying in a statement and intolerable” work environment. made it clear she wasn’t interested that she had spoken on those issues Dugan’s attorneys called that and was in a relationship, but he throughout her tenure.

Rihanna ‘flirted with’ the idea of dating Drake as they’re spotted together after Hassan Jameel split

Newly single Rihanna might be revisiting the rumours she and Drake could date, as she’s apparently always ‘flirted with’ the idea.

The Love On The Brain star, 31, was spotted with Drake at A$AP Rocky’s concert in New York in 17 January, around the time her split from ex-boyfriend Hassan Jameel was revealed.

Rihanna had earlier been seen hanging out with A$AP Rocky ahead of the show, the fifth annual Yams day benefit concert in honour of the A$AP mob founder A$AP Yams.

According to sources, she has never ruled out the idea of dating Drake, as they claimed to In Touch: ‘Don’t feel sorry for Rihanna, she’s got men lined up waiting for a chance with her. A$AP isn’t the only guy on her radar.

‘Her friendship with Drake has always been something she’s

flirted with and if they ever went public, well, that would be huge.

‘They would be in Beyoncé and Jay [Z] territory then. Put it this way, Rihanna has options.’

Rihanna and Hassan split this month after three years of dating, with the couple reportedly getting together in 2016.

Neither Rihanna or Hassan has publicly commented on the split, and she was spotted hanging out with A$AP the day after the split was revealed.

Rih and A$AP were seen laughing together ahead of the show, with fistfuls of dollars in their hands, however sources have said the pair are ‘just friends.’

Rumours of Drake, 33, and Rihanna being more than friends have endured for years, with the pair’s close friendship leading fans to hope that it would develop into something more.

Drake said at the 2016 MTV

Rihanna & Drake VMAs: ‘She’s someone I’ve been in love with since I was 22-years-old.

She’s one of my best friends in the world.

‘All my adult life, I’ve looked up to her, even though she’s younger than me. She’s a living, breathing legend in our industry.’

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HEALTHY

LIFESTYLE Can ‘Made in Africa’ cigars compete with Cuba?

A sales assistant holds a Bongani cigar, produced in Mozambique, in a tobacconist’s store in Johannesburg, South Africa, January 17, 2020.

hile drinking in a nightclub in Mozambique in 2015, Kamal Moukheiber had an idea: a luxury cigar made not in Cuba, but in southern Africa.

The Lebanese former banker glanced at a customer puffing at what looked like an imported cigar and thought: “What’s wrong with Africa producing cigars?”

“Africa has been growing tobacco for 100 years,” Moukheiber, 50, told Reuters. We have the land, we have the water, we have the skill set. So what’s missing?”

His business, Bongani Cigars - it means “be grateful” in Zulu - was conceived as a small, fun project.

Now it produces nearly 10,000 cigars a month, small numbers compared to the big producers. It sells in South Africa, Kenya and Mozambique, where some of its tobacco is grown.

Moukheiber said Bongani would launch in Nigeria this year and, he hoped, the United Kingdom, and aims to be the cigar of choice for African professionals who want to flaunt their wealth or success.

“A cigar is ... just like champagne, just like some wines. It’s about the message,” he said. “By smoking a Bongani you are communicating ... your African identity.”

He traveled to the Dominican Republic to recruit a head of production, Anthony Padilla Perez, and move him to Maputo, where he helped train a workforce in the precise art of rolling by hand.

Bongani now employs five rollers.

Becoming a household name won’t be easy: Moukheiber admits luxury markets are difficult to crack, and Bongani, which sold its first cigar in 2016, can’t boast 30-year-aged tobacco like some rivals.

It prices its cigars around 10% less than the equivalent Cuban, with its standard smoke selling for around $13. He says they appeal to those looking for an African “terroir” - the French term denoting taste imparted to wine by the environment in which it is produced.

“When I got my first ... big order from a distributor from South Africa I was almost in tears,” Moukheiber recalls. “I had never produced anything in my life that someone would want to buy.”

Women rarely regret decision to get abortion

Five years after an researchers asked women who got abortion, most women still say it abortions the degree to which they was the right decision even if they felt emotions like relief, happiness, struggled with their choice at the regret, guilt, sadness and anger. time, a U.S. study suggests.

They also asked women whether

Researchers surveyed 667 they still thought the choice they women who had abortions in 21 made was the right one. states a week after they had the At the start of the study, procedures and then once every participants were 25 years old, on six months for five years. By the average, and 62% were already end of that period, 84% of women raising children. had either positive or neutral Slightly more than feelings about their choice. half felt the decision to have an

“We found no evidence of abortion was “very difficult” or emergent negative emotions about “somewhat difficult.” Women were the abortion over the five years,” more likely to feel this way when said study leader Corinne Rocca of they perceived higher levels of the University of California, San stigma surrounded the decision to Francisco. get an abortion.

“In fact, of all the One week after their emotions we looked at, relief abortions, 51% of women felt remained the most commonly mostly positive about their reported one at all times, even five decisions, while 17% felt mostly years out,” Rocca said by email. negative and 12% felt a mix of both

Opponents of abortion emotions. Another 20% reported have argued against legal access feeling few emotions, or none at to these procedures in part all, related to their decision. because of concerns that abortion After five years, anger was harms women by causing the only emotion that was more negative emotions and regret, common among women who researchers note in Social Science perceived high levels of stigma and Medicine. This idea has about abortion, the study also contributed to state laws and court found. decisions limiting abortion as well One week after the as state policies requiring women abortion, 98% of women felt they seeking abortions to be warned had made the right decision, as it might cause lasting emotional did 99% of women five years later. or mental health harm, the study One limitation of the team notes. study is that asking women

For the current analysis, about their emotions may have

prompted them to report stronger feelings than they might have otherwise experienced, the study team notes.

Even so, the results offer fresh evidence that concerns about women’s emotional health after an abortion shouldn’t factor into policies about legal access to these procedures, said Julia Steinberg, a researcher at the University of Maryland, College Park, who wasn’t involved in the study.

“Abortion does not lead to decision regret or negative emotions, negative emotions or regret do not emerge over time after the abortion, and women overwhelmingly feel the decision was the right one initially and over the entire five years after an abortion, even if they had difficulty making it,” Steinberg said by email.

Just because women struggled with the decision to get an abortion doesn’t mean it was the wrong choice for them, said Nada Stotland of Rush University in Chicago.

“It’s reassuring to women contemplating abortion that they are very unlikely to regret it, but there is no valid evidence whatever that women, including adolescents, can’t make the best decisions for themselves, their circumstances, and their families,” Stotland, who wasn’t involved in the study, said by email.

Early, heavy marijuana use linked to worse driving performance

Heavy marijuana users who picked up the habit before age 16 have impaired driving skills even when they’re not high, a small study suggests.

But chronic cannabis consumption starting later in life was not associated with worse performance behind the wheel, Dr. Staci A. Gruber, director of the Marijuana Investigations for Neuroscientific Discovery (MIND) Program at McLean Hospital in Belmont, Massachusetts, and her colleagues found.

“This is not surprising to us at all, and really just underscores what we’ve already seen,” Gruber told Reuters Health in a phone interview. “Earlier onset of the use of any substance is more likely to confer a greater risk of problems later.”

Eleven U.S. states and Washington, DC, have legalized adult marijuana use, while 33 states have medical marijuana programs, Gruber and her team note in their report in the journal Drug and Alcohol Dependence. Research on cannabis and driving has focused on acute intoxication, with some studies but not others showing that people drive more slowly when high. Studies looking at cannabis intoxication and car crashes have also had mixed results.

To investigate whether heavy cannabis use might have residual effects on driving performance, the authors had 17 non-cannabis-using healthy participants and 28 chronic cannabis users complete a 10-minute, 4.2mile driving simulation test. The cannabis users were instructed to abstain for at least 12 hours A participant in a study on the effects of canbeforehand. nabis, shows the marijuana flowers he has

Participants ranged in age grown in his backyard, in Longmont, Colorado, between about 18 and 28 years old.

U.S., December 19, 2019.

Half of the cannabis-using group had begun heavy use before age 16. cannabis on a regular, consistent

The early-use group had basis, heavy cannabis users, prior more crashes, missed more stop to age 16 appear to look different signs and red lights, and spent more from those who start using heavy time driving over the speed limit amounts of cannabis after age 16.” than the control group. However, The study wasn’t designed there were no differences in any to determine whether or how measure of driving performance early cannabis use might influence between the participants who impulsivity or the reverse, nor can started using cannabis when they it say how either of these traits may were older and the control group of affect driving skills later in life. non-users.

While pushing adolescents

In fact, the analysis found to abstain from cannabis and that self-reported impulsivity other substances isn’t effective, accounted for almost all of the Gruber noted, recommending that difference in results between the they wait could be a more useful early-use and control groups. approach. “It’s not a message of

“Early exposure to cannabis ‘just say no,’ it’s a message of ‘just results in difficulties with different not yet,’” Gruber said. “We’re not types of cognitive tasks. It really saying never, we’re saying right now does come down to a question of you’re in a period of vulnerability, age of onset of exposure,” Gruber why not give yourself a little more said. “Individuals who are using time.”

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LOCATION: SALARY:

JCB5-20-54 Canine Enforcement Officer Finance, Trade and Investment Customs Department Providenciales GRADE 5.1- $26,650.00 per annum

JOB SUMMARY: The incumbent will be responsible for the operational deployment of their canine and daily care, feeding and exercise of the canine. Additionally, the incumbent will be responsible for general Customs duties.

JOB REFERENCE NO: JOB TITLE: MINISTRY DEPARTMENT: LOCATION: SALARY:

JCB5-20-55 Statistician Finance, Trade and Investment Statistics Department Grand Turk GRADE 6.1 $33,415.00 per annum

JOB SUMMARY: This is a specialist position with system wide responsibility for shaping statistical information and economic policies.

JOB REFERENCE NO: JOB TITLE: MINISTRY: LOCATION: SALARY:

JCB5-20-56 Crown Counsel Finance, Trade and Investment Grand Turk GRADE 8.1 $51,147.50 per annum

JOB SUMMARY: The job holder in this position must be able to provide legal advice to the Turks and Caicos Islands Government Ministry of Finance, Investment and Trade as it relates to a wide range of Government financial and taxation matters.

JOB REFERENCE NO: JOB TITLE: MINISTRY: LOCATION: SALARY:

JCB5-20-57 Finance Manager Finance, Trade and Investment Grand Turk GRADE 8.1 $51,147.50 Per annum

JOB SUMMARY: The incumbent has a responsibility for compliance with the TCI Public Service budgetary and financial policy such as revenue generation, cost containment and delivery of other budget targets.

JOB REFERENCE NO: JOB TITLE: MINISTRY: DEPARTMENT: LOCATION: SALARY:

JCB5-20-58 Exchange of Information Officer Finance, Trade and Investment Exchange of Information Unit Grand Turk GRADE 8.1 $51,147.50 Per annum

JOB SUMMARY: The incumbent will be responsible for assisting with the full range of competent authority functions.

JOB REFERENCE NO: JOB TITLE: MINISTRY: DEPARTMENT: LOCATION: SALARY:

JCB5-20-59 Research & Planning Officer Immigration, Citizenship, Labour & Employment Services Employment Services Department Providenciales GRADE 6.1- $33,415.00 per annum

JOB SUMMARY: This incumbent is to undertake research and evaluation activities.

JOB REFERENCE NO: JOB TITLE: MINISTRY: DEPARTMENT: LOCATION: SALARY:

JCB5-20-60 Customer Service Centre Supervisor Immigration, Citizenship, Labour & Employment Services Customer Service Center Grand Turk GRADE 7.1- $41,205.00 per annum

JOB SUMMARY: This strategic position exists to ensure that the Department of Customer Services Center and the Ministry of Border Control and Employment provide reliable and efficient customer service to support the Turks and Caicos Islands’ business environment.

JOB REFERENCE NO:

JCB5-20-63

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Citizenship Caseworker Immigration, Citizenship, Labour & Employment Services Registration and Citizenship Department Grand Turk GRADE 5.1 - $26,650.00 per annum

DEPARTMENT: LOCATION: SALARY:

JOB SUMMARY: This is an administrative support position which has departmental responsibility in assisting the department of Registration and Citizenship in the execution of various documents.

JOB REFERENCE NO: JOB TITLE: MINISTRY: DEPARTMENT: LOCATION: SALARY:

LWB5-20-64 Human Resources Compliance Officer Deputy Governor’s Office Human Resource Management Directorate Grand Turk $51,148.00 per annum plus allowances

JOB SUMMARY: The Incumbent confidentially performs technical, analytical, monitoring and reporting tasks with regard to Human Resource programs, systems and records.

JOB REFERENCE NO: JOB TITLE: MINISTRY: DEPARTMENT: LOCATION: SALARY:

CFB5-20-65 Energy and Utilities Commissioner Home Affairs, Public Utilities and Transportation Energy and Utilities Grand Turk Grade 10 - $73,185.00 per annum

JOB SUMMARY: This senior level management position is responsible for the nationwide multi sector regulatory oversight of the Energy and Electricity, Water and Sewerage and the Petroleum Sectors of the TCI. JOB REFERENCE NO: JOB TITLE: DEPARTMENT: MINISTRY: LOCATION: SALARY:

CFB5-20-67 Prison Maintenance Manager Her Majesty’s Prison Service Home Affairs, Public Utilities and Transportation Grand Turk Grade 6 $33,415.00 per annum plus allowances

JOB SUMMARY: To support the Superintendent of Prisons to maintain security, control, supervision and the Maintenance of the establishment.

JOB REFERENCE NO: JOB TITLE: DEPARTMENT: MINISTRY: LOCATION: SALARY:

CFB5-20-68 Prison Officer Her Majesty’s Prison Service Home Affairs, Public Utilities and Transportation Grand Turk Grade 5 $26,650.00 per annum plus allowances

JOB SUMMARY: To support the Superintendent of Prisons to maintain security, control, supervision and the safe custody of offenders.

JOB REFERENCE NO: JOB TITLE: MINISTRY: DEPARTMENT: LOCATION: SALARY:

LWB5-20-69 Clerical Assistant Education, Youth, Culture, Social and Library Services Education Department Providenciales (Enid Capron Primary School) $16,707.50 per annum

JOB SUMMARY: The incumbent in this position will be responsible for clerical and administrative tasks to support the daily functions of the Office.

JOB REFERENCE NO: JOB TITLE:

MINISTRY:

DEPARTMENT: LOCATION: SALARY:

CFB5-20-70 Assistant Director (Fisheries, Protected Areas and Revenue) Tourism, Environment, Heritage, Maritime, Disaster Management and Gaming Department of Environment and Coastal Resources (DECR) Providenciales Grade 7 - $41,205.00 per annum

JOB SUMMARY: This post supports the Director in terms of the management of the fisheries, Protected Areas and revenue collection. It is a senior management position with responsibility to oversee the management and enforcement of environmental and maritime laws in the TCI and revenue generation. The Assistant Director supports the Director to carry out strategic planning towards proper management of the protected areas and efficient income collection.

JOB REFERENCE NO: JOB TITLE: DEPARTMENT: MINISTRY: LOCATION: SALARY:

JCB5-20-71 Customer Service Clerk Customer Service Center Immigration, Citizenship, Labour and Employment Services Providenciales Grade 4.1- $21,935.00 per annum

JOB SUMMARY: The incumbent will be responsible for answering queries both locally and internationally within the Ministry of Border Control Customer Service Department known as the One Stop Shop.

JOB REFERENCE NO: JOB TITLE: DEPARTMENT: MINISTRY: LOCATION: SALARY:

CBB5-20-73 Cleaner Estate’s Department Office of the Deputy Premier, Ministry of Infrastructure, Housing, Planning and Development Various Grade 1 $499.69 biweekly

JOB SUMMARY: The cleaning services for government buildings and offices are centralized under the Ministry of Government Support Services which assigns cleaners to the different ministries and offices.

For full details regarding these positions please visit our website at https://www. gov.tc/government-vacancies Please note: (Applications that are not accompanied by all required supporting documents will not be processed).

(APPLICATION DEADLINE: 31st JANUARY 2020)

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NEWS NEWS

Caribbean leaders boycott Pompeo talks as tensions grow over US relations

The prime ministers of Barbados meeting with anyone to which members

“I am conscious that if this and Trinidad and Tobago are boycotting of CARICOM are not invited. If some are country does not stand for something, a scheduled meeting with the US invited and not all, then it is an attempt then it will fall for anything,” she said. secretary of state, Mike Pompeo, in a to divide this region.”

“As chairman of Caricom, it is impossible growing row between Caribbean nations Prime Minister Mottley for me to agree that my foreign minister who are open to improved relations with said Barbados has been blessed to should attend a meeting with anyone the Trump and those who have opposed have been guided and nurtured by a to which members of Caricom are not talks on principle. number of people who understood that invited.”

Pompeo arrived in Jamaica on excellence must be the hallmark in the The Trinidad and Tobago PM, Tuesday, where he was set to meet seven determination of the path they chose to Keith Rowley, later joined Mottley’s Caribbean leaders to discuss regional follow. boycott, announcing on Monday he concerns including Venezuela’s political She said Barbados aspires to be would also not be taking part in the crisis, trade and national security. sincere, correct, moral and principled. meeting.

But the meeting represents a Drawing reference to Mr “[She] has the full support of the departure from formal talks between Barrow’s now infamous statement “we government and the people of Trinidad the US and Caricom, the 15-member shall be friends of all and satellites of and Tobago in outlining our principles organization that advocates for collective none,” PM Mottley said this is what and vision of Caribbean unity. In the regional interests. inspires their position today. expectation of Caribbean unity, the

Barbados’s prime minister, Mia “I say so conscious that prime minister of Barbados speaks for Mottley – who is also the Caricom chair principles only mean something when Trinidad and Tobago,” Rowley said in a – announced earlier this month that she it is inconvenient to stand by them. speech. would not be attending the meeting Conscious that this region must always The Jamaican PM, Andrew in Jamaica, which she described as “an check itself to ensure that we not become Holness, will be joined by leaders attempt to divide [the] region.” the pawns of others, the satellites of representing the Bahamas, Belize, the

She said “I am conscious that in others, but that we keep every most Dominican Republic, Haiti, St Kitts and the next week, questions will be asked and uppermost in our minds what we Nevis and St Lucia. Kamina Johnson as to whether the Barbados Foreign must do for our people without simply Smith, Jamaica’s affairs and foreign trade Minister happened to be missing in a becoming pawns on a chessboard for minister, called Pompeo’s two-day visit meeting in Kingston in Jamaica that will others to be able to benefit from,” she “a symbol of Washington’s engagement take place on Tuesday. We don’t look to said. with the Caribbean”. pick fights. I don’t look to pick fights, but Prime Minister Mottley said Pompeo’s Caribbean visit comes I am conscious that if this country does “the understanding that we shall not as Donald Trump faces his first day of an not stand for something, then it will fall loiter on colonial premises or loiter on impeachment trial in the US Senate over for anything. As chairman of CARICOM, any premises where we are not wanted, his efforts to pressure Ukraine to dig up it is impossible for me to agree that continues to be as relevant today as it dirt on his Democratic rival Joe Biden. my Foreign Minister should attend a was then.”

Pompeo has repeatedly been linked to

Saint Lucia ends 40th year of independence with over 400k stay-over arrivals Castries, St. Lucia –For the period January to December 2019, Saint Lucia recorded 423,736 stay-over visitors; the highest in the island’s history.

Last year marked the first time the destination broke the 400,000 mark in stay-over arrivals in a one-year period.

This is a significant achievement, as it indicates that the destination welcomed 100,000 additional visitors in nine years – an increase of 38%.

Much of the growth is being attributed to increases in airlift from the US market in particular, which this year, accounted for close to half (45%) of total stay-over arrivals – roughly 191,000 visitors.

The Caribbean emerged as the island’s second largest market claiming 20% of total stay-over arrivals, followed closely by the UK market with 19% and Canada with 10%. In total, stay-over arrivals was up 7% from the previous year, which in itself, was a recordbreaking year.

This increase in arrivals was of tremendous benefit to the tourism industry, and by extension, the entire economy of Saint Lucia as it resulted in increased bed-nights, meaning more persons stayed in paid accommodation, required taxi services and enjoyed the natural sites, attractions and cuisine that the island has to offer and thereby, created more job opportunities for the local population.

In responding to the unprecedented growth, Tourism Minister Hon. Dominic Fedee said, “We are not simply interested in increasing numbers but more importantly ensuring that the growth trajectory of the industry is sustainable and that it touches every

facet of economic development leading to employment creation and income generation for our people. External reports also indicate that although Saint Lucia has one of the highest Average Daily Rates (ADR) in the region, we continue to be in high demand, which only augurs well for the revenue generation capability of the destination.”

He continued, “We are extremely proud of this achievement as it clearly is the result of strong industry leadership, coupled with well thought out and targeted marketing policies and programs, that result in employment generation for thousands of Saint Lucians either on the front lines of the hospitality industry or indirectly via related industries. Surpassing the 400,000 visitor-arrival threshold truly is a fitting way to conclude the island’s recognition of its 40th year of Independence.”

The first time the country surpassed the 300,000 mark was in 2010 when the island recorded 305,937 stay over arrivals.

One of the Windward Islands of the West Indies’ Lesser Antilles, St. Lucia (pronounced Saint LOO-sha) is nestled halfway down the Eastern Caribbean archipelago.

Barbados Prime Minister Mia Mottley the scheme.

The meeting in the Caribbean comes a year after Jamaican, Bahamian, Lucian, Haitian and Dominican leaders privately met Trump at his Mar-a-Lago resort. Trump promised investment aid in exchange for support of US interests.

Shortly after, the same nations broke from other Caricom members to back Venezuelan opposition leader Juan Guaido as head of state. Caricom officially recognizes Nicolás Maduro as Venezuela’s president and urges dialogue with the leaders of the opposition.

First Cruise Ship Docks at Jamaica’s New Port Royal

The historic town of Port Royal in Jamaica has welcomed its first cruise ship, the Marella Discovery 2, on Monday, January 20th, 2020.

The Marella ship had around 2,000 guests aboard, with most opting to take scheduled tours to Kingston, according to local officials.

The new port in Jamaica offers a floating pier solution for one mid-sized ship. It joins other facilities in Falmouth, Montego Bay, Ocho Rios and Port Antonio in Jamaica.

Port Royal is poised to offer a historical flair to visitors, with a history dating back to the 1600s when it was destroyed by an earthquake.

Tourism officials are hoping the new facility is a marquee port, offering something new. While the country’s other ports are good at handling multiple big ships, Port Royal’s traffic will be limited to one cruise ship at a time.

It was also the first time that a ship was stopping at the newly constructed Port Royal Cruise Port, constructed by the Port Authority of Jamaica (PAJ).

After the ship docked at approximately 8:00 a.m., Ministers of Government, led by Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, toured the new facility and welcomed the passengers to the island.

Addressing the media, Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, said this is a historic day for the country, which should bring many economical benefits.

“Port Royal is a destination that we have longed to build out and I am very proud of the work done by

New Port Royal the Port Authority; the Ministry of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport; the Ministry of Tourism; the Urban Development Corporation (UDC); Local Government; the Kingston and St. Andrew Municipal Corporation (KSAMC) and the many other partners, to create this new port,” Mr. Bartlett said.

“The historic arrangement in Port Royal will augur well for us, as it will break new ground, in terms of technology assisting in the disembarkation of cruise passengers,” he added.

Mr. Bartlett said the Government will be building out the cultural assets in Port Royal, which will offer economical benefits to the residents there, as this is the first of four rotations for 2020.

“Port Royal has the greatest potential in the Caribbean of being a really world-class destination, and we are committed to building that out, and to complete the arrangement, so that it will become a ‘must’ on any itinerary for cruise shipping in the Caribbean,” he argued.

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Buyers return to the Caribbean property market

The region has been hit by hurricanes and trade wars. But developers are building regardless

If your ideal way to escape a northern-hemisphere winter is lounging in a hammock under swaying palm trees, then the Caribbean is probably top of your list for a tropical getaway.

The region has been attracting record numbers of visitors, according to the Caribbean Tourism Organization — and 2019 is projected to be the highest yet, with up to 32.3m visitors.

This will come as a respite to investors in the area’s property markets, which have struggled since the financial Galley Bay resort, Antigua crisis more than a decade ago, and have been hit by fallout from the US-China STR, data analysts in global hospitality, trade war, Brexit negotiations and there are currently 61 hotel projects extreme weather. This year, Ryan Skeete, under construction in the region, with the director of research at the CTO, 39 in planning and 37 in final planning. admitted the region had “significant This compares with September 2010 headwinds to navigate”. figures of 27, 8 and 10, respectively.

Seven months later, Hurricane A growing number of those Dorian, one of the strongest Atlantic come with a residential element — a storms on record, struck the Bahamas, hotel resort with suites or villas that devastating two of its most popular may be bought by individuals. Owners islands, Great Abaco and Grand Bahama. pay service charges (or homeowners

The storm narrowly missed the association fees) that can often be Caribbean’s biggest new casino resort, offset by putting the residence into the Baha Mar on New Providence, where hotel rental programme and earning an Luca Zecca, an Italian-born engineer, income — Rosewood residences at Baha had recently purchased a one-bedroom Mar command annual fees of $36 per sq apartment in the Rosewood Hotel. ft of internal space and owners receive

“Having spent time in Nassau 50 per cent of the rental income. since 1999, I have seen several hurricanes Since January, about 40 of but building in the big resorts is now to the 50 residences released at Baha Mar Florida’s Miami-Dade standards,” he says. have sold, with prices from $726,250 — “Hurricanes are part of life here, just as Rosewood Hotel Group estimates that earthquakes hit Japan, Italy or California its branded residences sell for a 20-25 every so often.” per cent premium over market values.

Across the Caribbean, developers Buyers seem willing to pay those prices. seem similarly determined. According to “The quality of the amenities and the

Warehouse filled with forgotten relief goods found in Puerto Rico

People in a southern Puerto Rico city discovered a warehouse filled with water, cots and other unused emergency supplies, then set off a social media uproar when they broke in to retrieve goods as the area struggles to recover from a strong earthquake.

With anger spreading in the U.S. territory after video of the event in Ponce appeared on Facebook, Gov. Wanda Vázquez quickly fired the director of the island’s emergency management agency.

The governor said she had ordered an investigation after learning the emergency supplies had been piled in the warehouse since Hurricane Maria battered Puerto Rico in September 2017.

Vázquez said inaction by the fired official, Carlos Acevedo, was unacceptable.

“There are thousands of people who have made sacrifices to help those in the south, and it is unforgivable that resources were kept in the warehouse,” the governor said.

Puerto Rico’s secretary of state, Elmer Román, told reporters that Acevedo had not told him about the contents of the warehouse.

News of the warehouse spread after online blogger Lorenzo Delgado relayed live video on Facebook of people breaking into the building. The scene became chaotic at times as people pushed their way in and began distributing water, baby food and other goods to those affected by the earthquake.

Delgado later told reporters that he had received a tip about the warehouse, but gave no specifics on when.

The mayor of Ponce, María Meléndez, said he had not known about the warehouse and its contents.

“This is outrageous,” she said. “Everyone knows what us mayors went through after Hurricane Maria to try and get help to our cities and how we’ve worked these weeks to provide basic supplies to people affected by earthquakes. Those involved owe us an explanation.”

Inés Rivera, spokeswoman for the city of Ponce, told The Associated Press that the warehouse is owned by Puerto Rico’s Company of Commerce and Export. Officials with the company could not be reached for comment.

The information upset many in Puerto Rico already angry over the government’s botched response to Hurricane Maria, with similar incidents of supplies going unused being uncovered months later.

management were the reasons I chose to buy at Baha Mar rather than in one of the island’s old-school resort communities,” says Zecca.

Getting the resort to completion has not been easy. Baha Mar took 15 years to open, and its former developers filed for bankruptcy. Then Hong Kong-based conglomerate Chow Tai Fook Enterprises, parent company of the Rosewood Hotel Group, bought the resort in 2016.

Some branded residences have fared even worse, including a Four Seasons-managed resort on Barbados’s Paradise Beach that remains a building site, and a Mandarin Oriental development on Dellis Cay, Turks & Caicos, a victim of the 2008 crisis that is now a series of concrete shells.

Among resorts that have gone ahead are the Mandarin Oriental Canouan in St Vincent and the Grenadines, where three-bedroom Italian-style villas are for sale from $8.2m.

In Antigua, a new hotel resort on Half Moon Bay occupying 132 acres

of beachfront is set to open in 2022 as part of the Rosewood Hotel Group’s rapid expansion plan. Next to the exclusive Mill Reef Club, the sheltered 3,200ft sandy bay will be part of the new low-density resort with 44 Rosewood residences priced from $4m, and 10 private estate lots, all being marketed by Savills.

“Buyers can see that the island is beginning to improve itself,” says James Burdess of Savills. Antigua’s economy was badly hit in 2012 with the collapse of the Texan billionaire Allen Stanford’s island business empire — through which he was running a Ponzi scheme.

Last year, Antigua and Barbuda’s GDP grew 7.4 per cent, according to the Caribbean Development Bank, the second highest after Anguilla. The CBD predicts growth of 5.5 per cent for 2019, “on account of robust growth in construction activity”. This summer, the island also became the first in the region to ban the use of single-use plastic.

Close to the busy sailing hubs of English Harbour and Falmouth on the south coast, and the popular Parisianstyle Catherine’s Café, Paul Belmondo, the former French racing driver, is developing a 93-acre piece of beachfront that his family has owned and run privately since 1975. The Windward Estate sits between two beautiful beaches, Pigeon Point and Windward Bay. Properties are being marketed from $2m and up.

“This wild and unspoilt patch has remained a little secret and we intend to keep some of it that way by creating only 30 properties,” he says. “The island has had a few hiccups but it now feels the right time to move forward.”

Most common surnames in the Caribbean

There is a saying that the Rolle is the most one thing you have in this world common surname in the which no one can take from you Bahamas which according to is your good name.

Forebears, is probably derived

Many of us share the from the name of an ancestor, same surname or last name “the son of Rowland.” Forty-four with other people in this world percent of Bahamians carry the and you would be surprised to last name Rolle, with the name learn what is the most common occurring in 69 other countries. last name in specific Caribbean countries.

Belize The following The most commonly information was compiled by held surname in Belize is NetCredit, which in order to Martinez where 0.05 percent are determine the most common found with the name. Forebears name in every country, analysed note the surname Martinez is data from genealogy portal carried by more people in Mexico Forebears.io and other sources. than any other country.

Antigua and Barbuda

The most common last name in this country is Joseph.

According to Forebears, Joseph is also the most commonly occurring name in Saint Lucia where 0.41 percent are found and Dominica where 0.15 percent are found with the surname. Notably in Haiti, the last name Joseph is carried by 521,600 people.

Barbados

The most common last name in this country is Clarke, which according to Forebears is derived from the official title, “the clerk,” the clergyman in holy orders. While Clarke is found most frequently in England, it is the most widely held last name in Barbados.

Bahamas

Cuba

The most common surname in Cuba is Rodriguez where about six percent of the population carries the name.

Forebears also mentioned that Rodriguez is the most widespread surname in the Dominican Republic where three percent live.

Grenada

Charles is the most widespread surname in Grenada where 0.41 percent reside. The last name Charles, according to Forebears, is also found in Tanzania, more than any other country.

Haiti

If you were paying attention earlier, you would remember reading that the

surname Joseph is carried by over 500,000 Haitians. However, according to Forebears, the most common surname in Haiti is Jean, where it is carried by 668,437 citizens or 1 in 16 people.

Jamaica

Brown is the most frequently appearing last name in Jamaica where three percent live with the surname. Forebears say it is also the most common last name in the United States where it is borne by 1.7 million people.

Saint Kitts and Nevis/ Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

In these two Caribbean countries, the most common surname is Williams. The last name, according to Forebears, is also widespread in the Turks and Caicos Islands where 0.07 percent are found and the US Virgin Islands where 0.05 percent are found with the name.

Trinidad and Tobago

Mohammed is the most common surname in Trinidad and Tobago where 0.43 percent reside. Forebears say it is the most common last name in Nigeria and exists in 186 countries.

And in case you were wondering, the most common surname in the world is Wang. According to Forebears approximately 107 million people bear this surname, with it being most prevalent in China, Taiwan, and the United States.

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•Previous experience working in various international remote locations •Proven ability to lead a diverse, multicultural team •English proficiency in oral and written is a must. Two additional international languages a must (e.g. German, French, Spanish or Portuguese).

Salary based on experience: $3000-$3500 per month, plus service charge

CAREER OPPORTUNITY Do you aspire to build a thriving hospitality career at one of the leading luxury resorts in the Caribbean?

Are you a self-motivated, talented team-player, interested in joining a dynamic team?

The Amanyara Resort invites all suitable candidates to apply for the following positions: ASSISTANT ROOMS DIVISION MANAGER •Manages the day-to-day operations of the Rooms Division department.

•Interacts with guests on a regular basis to obtain feedback on quality of product, service levels and overall satisfaction while responding to guest challenges and complaints expeditiously.

•Works to continually improve customer service by utilizing feedback and creating action plans.

•Coordinates and communicates event details both verbally and in writing to the guest and property operations.

•Communicates a clear and consistent message to staff, regarding departmental goals to produce desired results and guest satisfaction (e.g. room rates, specials, promotions and trends).

•Assists with Rooms Division projects, initiatives, and processes in conformance with organization’s established policies and objectives.

•Ensures that facilities are properly cleaned and that all equipment is in working order according to sanitation guidelines. This includes ensuring that tools are adequately sterilized, linens are washed and a proper inventory of supplies are maintained at all times.

•Interviews, manages, trains and develops the Rooms Division team members. Identifies talents and assists with their growth and development plans.

Requirements: •Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management, Hospitality Management or Business Administration preferred •Minimum of 5 years’ international experience in the luxury hospitality industry •Very strong communication and organizational skills and be able to handle multiple priorities on a regular basis

PERSONAL TRAINER •Evaluates clients’ fitness levels and health conditions •Builds individualized exercise programs •Explains exercises in detail and modifies exercises according to clients’ fitness level •Monitors progress of clients’ fitness levels •Explains safe and proper use of gym equipment to promote fitness and minimize injuries •Leads both individual and group training sessions •Researches and implements new and challenging exercise techniques and trends •Advises customers on how to change nutritional and lifestyle habits as needed Requirements: •At least a High School Diploma; a Degree in Kinesiology or Sports Science is a plus •Previous experience as a personal trainer or relevant role •Knowledge of various fitness programs, from basic exercises to more challenging training sessions •Ability to guide and motivate clients •Certificates in CPR and First Aid, a plus •Proficient in English, fluency in additional languages such as Spanish; a plus •Excellent communication skills Salary: $1300.00 per month, plus service charge Candidates must be available to work 6 days a week, weekends, and holidays.

Positions marked with * are currently held by a work permit holder. However, qualified belongers are encouraged to send a cover letter & resume with the following attachments: Valid Police Record, Passport Bio Page, Proof of TCI status i.e. PRC, Belonger Status Card or Naturalization Certificate.

Human Resources Amanyara Resort Northwest Point, Providenciales E: amanyarahrassistant@aman.com Prospective applicants are also asked to send copies to the Labour Board.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Office Secretary

Responsibilities •Answer phone calls and redirect them when necessary •Manage the daily weekly/ monthly agenda and arrange new meetings and appointments •Prepare and disseminate correspondence, memos and forms •Develop and maintain a filing system •Check frequently the levels of office supplies and place appropriate orders •Data recording Other receptionist duties •Ability to perform different tasks without supervision Requirements •Proven work experience as a secretary or administrative assistant •Familiarity with office organization and optimization techniques •High degree of multi-tasking and time management capability •Excellent written and verbal communication skills •Integrity and professionalism •Must have multimedia experience, and be proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.

•Drivers license Office hours 9:00 a.m. to 5;00 P.M., Monday to Friday Salary based on experience.

Send all resumes to gmeneley@hotmail.com Deadline for submissions 7th February 2020 This is not for a work permit renewal application. Belongers need only apply.

Lead Installer – Renu Energy TCI Responsibilities: Complete residential and commercial solar and energy storage installation projects and guide, coordinate and oversee fellow installers.

Responsibilities include: • Installation of ground and roof-mounted solar systems • Racking and solar array assembly • Energy storage installation and integration • Sealing all roof penetrations • Trenching, concrete work and equipment assembly • Troubleshooting, commissioning and sign-off.

Applicants must have: • Minimum 8 years previous solar plus energy storage install experience and / or over 5MW installed • NABCEP-certification - PV Installation, Commissioning & Maintenance • Solar (C46) & Electrical (local or C10) contractor licences • Proven experience with LG, Tesla, Schneider, Outback, & SolarEdge Technologies • Prior experience leading teams of up to 20 persons.

The starting salary ranges from $66,000-$78,000 This new position at Renu Rides is offered to Turks per Annum based on experience & qualifications. and Caicos Islanders.

Interested applications should email a covering letter and resume to Info@renutci.com, with copies to the labour board. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview. For more info visit: www.renutci.com

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China puts millions on lockdown as death toll from virus rises to 18

BEIJING - China put millions of people on lockdown on Thursday in two cities at the epicenter of a coronavirus outbreak that has killed 18 people and infected more than 630, as authorities around the world worked to prevent a global pandemic.

Health officials fear the transmission rate could accelerate as hundreds of millions of Chinese travel at home and abroad during week-long holidays for the Lunar New Year, which begins on Saturday.

Giving details on infections in China, state television said 634 cases had been confirmed. By the end of Wednesday, China’s National Health Commission confirmed 17 dead in the central province of Hubei.

Health authorities in Hebei, just south of Beijing, said on Thursday an 80-year-old man infected with the coronavirus had died there, marking the first confirmed death outside Hubei.

He died on Wednesday but was not confirmed to have been infected with the virus until Thursday.

The previously unknown virus strain is believed to have emerged late last year from illegally traded wildlife at an animal market in the capital of Hubei province, Wuhan.

Most transport in Wuhan, a city of 11 million people, was suspended on Thursday and people were told not to leave. Hours later, neighboring Huanggang, a city of about 7 million people, announced a similar lockdown.

“The lockdown of 11 million people is unprecedented in public health history,” Gauden Galea, the World Health

Passengers wearing masks are seen at Shanghai railway station in Shanghai, China January 21, 2020.

Organization’s (WHO) representative in Beijing, said.

The newly identified coronavirus has created alarm because there are a number of unknowns surrounding it. It is too early to know just how dangerous it is and how easily it spreads between people.

There is no vaccine for the virus, which can spread through respiratory transmission. Symptoms include fever, difficulty breathing and coughing, similar to many other respiratory illnesses.

Three research teams are to start work on developing a vaccine, a global coalition set up to fight diseases said. China’s Finance Ministry said it was allocating 1 billion yuan ($145 million) to the provincial government of Hubei

to help contain the outbreak.

As well as restricting movement, Wuhan plans to build a new hospital in six days to treat patients, Beijing News reported, citing a construction company source.

Other cities were also taking steps to contain the virus.

Nearby Ezhou shut train stations.

Beijing canceled large gatherings, including two Lunar New Year temple fairs, and closed the Forbidden City, the capital’s most famous tourist attraction, to visitors until further notice.

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The U.S. State Department warned travelers to exercise increased

caution in China as airports worldwide were screening passengers arriving from the country.

Chinese-ruled Hong Kong, which has two confirmed cases, is turning two holiday camps into quarantine stations as a precaution. Taiwan has banned anyone from Wuhan from going to the island.

Chinese people had their own ways of protecting themselves.

“I go straight to where I need to go, and then I go home,” said 79-yearold Li Meihua, from behind a mask, on the streets of Shanghai. “I’m also maintaining a cleaner diet, I’ve turned vegetarian.”

Preliminary research suggested the virus was passed on to humans from snakes, but government medical adviser Zhong Nanshan has also identified badgers and rats as possible sources.

Some experts believe the virus is not as dangerous as previous coronaviruses such as Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) and Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS).

“The early evidence at this stage would suggest it’s not as severe,” Australia’s Chief Medical Officer, Brendan Murphy, said.

Jeremy Farrar, director of research charity Wellcome Trust, said: “We don’t want to overstate the panic here because there is so much uncertainty. We want to keep a sort of calm, moderated approach to it, but we do have to take this incredibly seriously because you don’t often get an animal virus coming into humans, passing between humans and being spread by the respiratory route.

US to impose visa restrictions for pregnant women

The Trump administration is coming out Thursday with new visa restrictions aimed at restricting “birth tourism,” in which women travel to the U.S. to give birth so their children can have a coveted U.S. passport.

Visa applicants deemed by consular officers to be coming to the U.S. primarily to give birth will now be treated like other foreigners coming to the U.S. for medical treatment, according to State Department guidance sent Wednesday and viewed by The Associated Press. The applicants will have to prove they are coming for medical treatment and they have the money to pay for it.

The practice of traveling to the U.S. to give birth is fundamentally legal, although there are scattered cases of

authorities arresting operators of birth tourism agencies for visa fraud or tax evasion. And women are often honest about their intentions when applying for visas and even show signed contracts with doctors and hospitals.

President Donald Trump’s administration has been restricting all forms of immigration, but Trump has been particularly plagued by the issue of birthright citizenship — anyone born in the U.S. is considered a citizen, under the Constitution. The Republican president has railed against the practice and threatened to end it, but scholars and members of his administration have said it’s not so easy to do.

Regulating tourist visas for pregnant women is one way to get at

the issue, but it raises questions about how officers would determine whether a woman is pregnant to begin with and whether a woman could get turned away by border officers who suspect she may be just by looking at her.

Consular officers don’t have the right to ask during visa interviews whether a woman is pregnant or intends to become so. But they would have to determine whether a visa applicant would be coming to the U.S. primarily to give birth.

Birth tourism is a lucrative business in both the U.S. and abroad. American companies take out advertisements and charge up to $80,000 to facilitate the practice, offering hotel rooms and medical care. Many of the

women travel from Russia and China to give birth in the U.S. The U.S. has been c racking down on the practice since before Trump took office.

There are no figures on how many foreign women travel to the U.S. specifically to give birth. The Center for Immigration Studies, a group that advocates for stricter immigration laws, estimated that in 2012, about 36,000 foreign-born women gave birth in the U.S., then left the country.

The draft rule is “intended to address the national security and law enforcement risks associated with birth tourism, including criminal activity associated with the birth tourism industry,” a State Department spokesperson said.

Spain’s Magaluf and Ibiza crack down on booze-fuelled tourists Spain’s Balearic Islands banned 9 p.m. and 8 a.m., authorities said. told reporters. pub crawl tours and happy hours The new regulations also outlawed Anyone “balconing” or allowing it in three holiday hotspots on Friday “balconing”, where revellers jump to happen would be expelled from in a string of new measures to crack off balconies, often into hotel their hotel and could be fined up to down on binge-drinking tourists. swimming pools - a practice that 60,000 euros ($66,540), he said.

Booze vending machines, party has killed dozens of drunken Some traders said the measures boats, free bars and adverts for visitors over the years. would hurt small businesses on the alcoholic drinks were also forbidden “With this, the Balearic Islands Mediterranean islands. in Mallorca’s Playa de Palma and become the first destination “I find this exaggerated and Magaluf, as well as the West End in in Europe to fight back against disproportionate,” Jose Tirado, Ibiza’s Sant Antoni. tourism based on excess,” Iago president of Mallorca’s Tourism Tourists will also not be allowed to Negueruela, the regional official in Services and Businesses Association, Tourists sunbathe in El Arenal beach in the island of Mallorca, Spain, buy alcohol in those areas between charge of economy and tourism, told Spain’s state television.

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California considers declaring paracetamol a dangerous drug

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — A fight is coming to California over whether to list one of the world’s most common over-the-counter drugs as a carcinogen, echoing recent high-profile battles over things like alcohol and coffee.

The drug is acetaminophen, known outside the U.S. as paracetamol and used to treat pain and fevers. It is the basis for more than 600 prescription and overthe-counter medications for adults and children, found in well-known brands like Tylenol, Excedrin, Sudafed, Robitussin and Theraflu.

Acetaminophen has been available in the U.S. without a prescription since 1955. Concerns about its potential link to cancer come from its relationship to another drug: phenacetin. That drug, once a common treatment for headaches and other ailments, was banned by the FDA in 1983 because it caused cancer.

State regulators have reviewed 133 studies about acetaminophen, all of which were published in peer-reviewed journals.

Some studies reported an increased risk of some types of cancers, while others did not. Overall, the review noted acetaminophen has been difficult to examine because it is hard to isolate it from other variables that could contribute to cancer, such as smoking.

A state law known as Proposition 65 says California must warn people of any chemical known to cause cancer or reproductive toxicity. The state’s list has grown to about 900 chemicals, including toxic pesticides and flame retardants, and is more extensive than any in the U.S. Some critics say California regulators have been

overzealous, requiring warning California. labels for countless products Adding a chemical to the that confuse instead of inform list can have broad repercussions. consumers when the risk of cancer After the state listed glyphosate — is disputed. widely known as the weed killer

Supporters of Prop 65 say Roundup — as a carcinogen in it protects not only Californians 2017, a jury ordered the company but consumers nationwide by that makes Roundup to pay a compelling manufacturers to make California couple with cancer products safer. more than $2 billion. A judge later Evidence for reduced that award to $87 million. acetaminophen’s link to cancer That’s just one of the estimated has been weak enough that the 13,000 pending lawsuits involving International Agency for Research the chemical. on Cancer declined to list it as That’s one reason why a possible carcinogen following the industry is pushing back on a reviews in 1990 and 1999. The U.S. potential listing. The Consumer Food and Drug Administration has Healthcare Products Association, warned state officials that labeling a trade group representing overacetaminophen as cancer-causing the-counter medicines and dietary would be “false and misleading” supplements, conducted its own and also illegal under federal law. review and found most studies

A panel of scientists suggest no risk for most forms of appointed by the governor can cancer, although some studies did add chemicals to this list. In show increased risk for kidney, liver 2011, the panel voted to make and some forms of blood cancer. acetaminophen a “high priority” for The association urged consideration because it believed California regulators to have a there was relevant evidence to “cautious interpretation” of studies consider, according to Sam Delson, that show an increased risk of spokesman for the California Office cancer. of Environmental Health Hazard Some listings in California Assessment. require warning labels. But the

The review process state has made exceptions. Alcohol has been slow, but the panel is has been listed as a carcinogen scheduled to have a public hearing since 1988. But instead of warning on the listing this spring after the labels, the state directs the alcohol public comment period closes on industry to provide signs to Jan. 27.

California retailers to post where

“It’s a difficult issue alcohol is sold. because it’s a very commonly Acrylamide, a byproduct used drug. But that doesn’t make of roasting coffee beans, has been any difference. That’s not what listed as a carcinogen since 1990. our mandate is,” said Thomas But when a court ruling would Mack, chairman of the Carcinogen have resulted in warning labels for Identification Committee and a coffee, state regulators stepped in professor of preventive medicine and exempted the drink. at the University of Southern

UK government suffers fourth defeat on Brexit legislation in House of Lords

Holocaust: World leaders attend forum in Israel

The event opened with an address by Israel’s President Reuven Rivlin.

World leaders are attending a forum in Jerusalem to mark the 75th anniversary of the liberation of the Auschwitz death camp in Nazioccupied Poland.

More than a million people, mostly Jews, were murdered there by the Nazis during World War Two.

Opening the event at the Yad Vashem Holocaust memorial, Israel’s president warned that anti-Semitism and racism continued to be a “malignant disease”.

The Russian and French presidents will also make speeches.

Polish President Andrzej Duda refused to attend in protest at not being invited to speak, unlike his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin, who he has accused of distorting the history of the Holocaust and the war to attack Poland.

The Fifth World Holocaust Forum is the largest diplomatic event in Israel’s history.

More than 40 dignitaries are attending, including Mr Putin, French President Emmanuel Macron, German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier, US Vice-President Mike Pence and the Prince of Wales, who is making his first official trip to Israel.

The organisers said the focus would be on fighting anti-Semitism today.

In his speech, President Rivlin thanked the leaders “for your commitment to remembering the Shoah [Holocaust], for your commitment to the citizens of the world, to those who believe in the dignity of man”.

He told them that their countries should not take for granted the common values that people fought for in World War Two, such as democracy and freedom, saying that Jewish people “remember because we understand that if we do not remember then history can be repeated”.

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Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s government suffered a fourth defeat on its Brexit legislation when members of parliament’s upper chamber voted on Tuesday to ensure protections for child refugees after Britain leaves the European Union.

Johnson’s Conservatives won a large majority in the lower chamber, the House of Commons, in a Dec. 12 election and earlier this month lawmakers there quickly approved the legislation needed to

ratify his exit deal with Brussels.

But the House of Lords, where Johnson’s government does not have a majority, made three changes to the legislation on Monday, including over the rights of EU citizens after Brexit.

On Tuesday, the Lords voted 300 to 220 to ensure unaccompanied child refugees can continue to be reunited with family in Britain, a promise made by Johnson’s predecessor Theresa May but stripped from his legislation.

“The signal the government is sending by this is a very negative one, it is not a humanitarian signal,” said Alf Dubs, an opposition Labour lord who fled to Britain as a child to escape the Nazis, and who proposed the change to the bill.

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Former Interpol chief Meng Hongwei was jailed by Chinese court on Tuesday.

A court in China on Tuesday jailed former Interpol chief Meng Hongwei for 13-1/2 years and fined him 2 million yuan ($290,000) for receiving bribes and abuse of official positions.

Interpol, the global police coordination agency based in France, said late in 2018 that Meng had resigned as its president, days after his wife reported him missing following a trip to his home country of China.

Meng, who admitted his guilt in July last year, told the court in the northern city of Tianjin he would not appeal against the judgment, it said in a statement online.

Last March, the ruling Communist Party said its investigation had found Meng spent “lavish” amounts of state funds, abused his power and refused to follow party decisions.

The court said Meng took more than 14.46 million yuan worth of assets in bribes and abused his former positions in the public security ministry and the coast guard between 2005 and 2017.

Murders in Mexico hit record as Lopez Obrador seeks justice system reform

Mexico suffered its worst year for homicides in 2019, with a record 34,582 victims, official data showed on Monday, underscoring the challenge President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador faces while waging war on drug cartels.

Lopez Obrador assumed the presidency in December 2018 pledging to pacify the country with a less confrontational approach to security, but violence has continued rising, with the number of homicide victims 2.5% higher in 2019 than a year earlier, according to the security ministry data.

Separate security ministry figures using an older methodology that refers to the number of homicide investigations showed an increase to 29,401 last year from 29,100 in 2018.

Mexico has used its military in a war on drug cartels since late 2006. But, despite the arrest or killing of leading capos, the campaign has not succeeded in reducing drug violence and has led to more killings as criminal groups fight among themselves.

To tackle the problem, Mexican officials last week presented lawmakers a proposal to overhaul the criminal justice system, paving the way for the Senate to take up the plan next month that could ease security cooperation with the

A cordon set up by the office of Mexico’s Attorney General is seen at the crime scene where family members of U.S.-Mexican Mormon origin were killed near La Mora, Sonora, Mexico January 11, 2020.

United States.

Concern has grown over the president’s strategy, which he says still needs time, after two major crises in recent months.

Critics blasted the government as weak in October when it ordered security forces to release the captured son of convicted kingpin Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzman under pressure from marauding cartel henchmen in the northern city of Culiacan.

Then, in early November, three mothers and six children were massacred by suspected

Prince Harry seeks ‘more peaceful life’ as reluctantly ends royal role

Britain’s Prince Harry has spend the majority of their time. spoken of his sadness at being forced But they will not take part in any to give up his royal duties in a deal future ceremonial events or royal with Queen Elizabeth and senior tours.

Windsors, saying there was no other Royal commentators said it option if he and his wife Meghan amounted to an “abdication” from were to seek an independent future. the “firm” - as the royals are known Buckingham Palace and and showed that, beneath the warm the queen announced on Saturday words in which she said Harry and that Harry and Meghan would no Meghan were much loved, the longer be working members of queen had taken a decisive line by Britain’s monarchy, no longer use insisting on a clean break. their “Royal Highness” titles and would now pay their own way in “NO OPTION” life, freeing them to forge what they call a “progressive new role”.

“It brings me great sadness

The new arrangement was that it has come to this,” said Harry. struck to end a crisis the couple He said the decision to step back had sparked by announcing earlier followed months of talks and had this month they wanted to cut not been a decision he had come to down on official engagements and lightly. They were not walking away, spend more time in Canada and he explained. the United States, while remaining “As far as this goes, there active royals. really was no other option.”

In a speech to the Sentebale He told the audience at charity on Sunday, a clearly upset the charity he co-founded to help Harry said the final outcome was children with HIV in Africa that he not what he and his American wife, wanted them to hear the truth from a former actress, had wanted. him “not as a prince, or a duke, but

“Our hope was to as Harry, the same person that many continue serving the queen, the of you have watched grow up over Commonwealth and my military the last 35 years but with a clearer associations without public funding. perspective”.

Sadly that wasn’t possible,” the “The UK is my home and a place that prince, the sixth-in-line to the I love. That will never change,” he throne, said. said.

“I’ve accepted this knowing The couple’s plans for it doesn’t change who I am, or how independence, announced after committed I am. But I hope that a long break over the Christmas helps you understand what it had period in Canada, caught the rest come to, that I would step back of the royal family by surprise and from all I have ever known to take left the queen and other senior a step forward into what I hope can members hurt and disappointed, be a more peaceful life.” according to royal sources.

Under the arrangement, However, in a TV interview Harry will remain a prince and the aired in October, both had made it couple will keep their titles of Duke clear how they were struggling with and Duchess of Sussex as they begin the immense media attention. The a new life split between Britain and couple had also started legal action North America, where they will against a newspaper for printing

cartel gunmen in northern Mexico, sparking outrage and revulsion at home and abroad.

According to a draft of the criminal justice reform reviewed

by Reuters, the plan would allow private communications to be used as evidence and limit legal challenges to avoid extradition delays for criminal suspects, many of whom are U.S.-bound.

Mexican Attorney General Alejandro Gertz told senators the plan would attack entrenched corruption and impunity as well as the roots of criminal activity.

Children go missing as Central American migrants clash with Mexican forces

Mexican security forces fired tear gas at rockhurling Central American migrants who waded across a river into Mexico earlier on Monday, in a chaotic scramble that saw mothers separated from their young children.

The clashes between hundreds of U.S.-bound Central Americans and the Mexican National Guard underscores the challenge President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador faces to contain migration at the bidding of his U.S. counterpart Donald Trump.

The mostly Honduran migrants numbered around 500, according to Mexico’s National Migration Institute (INM). They were part of a group of several thousand people that had set off last week from Honduras, fleeing rampant gang violence and dire job prospects in their homeland.

Video footage showed scattered groups of migrants throwing rocks at a few members of the National Guard militarized police who were on the banks of the river attempting to thwart illegal crossings, while hundreds of others ran past into Mexico.

Five National Guard police were injured in the clashes, the INM said.

Merchandise depicting Britain’s Prince Harry “We didn’t come to stay here. We just want and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, are seen on to cross to the other side,” said Ingrid, 18, a Honduran display in a souvenir shop near Buckingham migrant. “I don’t want to go back to my country because Palace in London, Britain, January 19, 2020. there is nothing there, just hunger.”

A Reuters witness spoke to at least two mothers a letter she sent to her estranged whose young children went missing amid the chaos, as father, Thomas Markle.

Harry said he felt his wife the migrants on Mexican soil scattered in an attempt to had faced “bullying” from some avoid being detained by Mexican officials.

The INM said it had detained 402 migrants and tabloids similar to that faced by his transferred them to immigration stations where they mother Princess Diana who died in will receive food, water and shelter. The INM will return a car crash while trying to escape them to their home countries via airplane or bus if their paparazzi photographers.

“When I lost my mum 23 legal status cannot be resolved.

A spokeswoman at the INM said the institute years ago, you took me under your wing. You’ve looked out for me for had no reports of children going missing amid the so long but the media is a powerful clashes.

The Reuters witness said that several kilometers force and my hope is one day our collective support for each other from the border, Mexican immigration authorities had can be more powerful because this filled a bus and pickup trucks with detained migrants.

The Honduran Ambassador to Mexico, Alden is so much bigger than just us,” he Rivera, said that Mexican authorities have some 1,300 said.

Buckingham Palace have Hondurans in migration centers and will start deporting said the couple would no longer them back home by airplane and bus on Tuesday.

Trump has threatened to punish Mexico and receive public money and that they would repay the cost of refurbishing Central American countries economically if they fail to their cottage in Windsor, which curb migrant flows, resulting in a series of agreements official figures show amounted to aimed at making good on Trump campaign promises to curb immigration at the U.S.-Mexico border.

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Africa’s richest woman under investigation

Isabel dos Santos, Africa’s richest woman and the daughter of Angola’s former president, is under scrutiny by her bank and the Angolan government after a leak of more than 700,000 documents showed how she exploited the country’s wealth to enrich herself.

EuroBic, a Lisbon-based arm of a bank where Ms. dos Santos is the biggest shareholder, said on Monday that it was ending its “commercial relationship” with her and investigating transfers worth tens of millions of dollars, transactions that were revealed on Sunday by The New York Times and other news outlets working with the Washington-based International Consortium of Investigative Journalists.

Angola’s attorney general said on Monday that the government would “use all possible means” to bring Ms. dos Santos back to the country, where she faces possible corruption charges and where her assets were frozen last month, along with her husband’s and those of a Portuguese business associate, Agence France-Presse reported. The Angolan government, led until September 2017 by her father, José Eduardo dos Santos, said the three were responsible for more than $1 billion in lost government money.

The leaked documents, which include emails, invoices, slide

presentations and contracts, provided a paper trail showing how Ms. dos Santos and her husband, Sindika Dokolo, amassed a fortune of more than $2 billion through their stakes in vital Angolan industries like telecommunications, diamonds and construction. Angola, rich in oil and diamonds, is nevertheless impoverished, with one of the world’s highest infant mortality rates and endemic corruption.

The leaked materials also revealed that in November 2017, when Ms. dos Santos was chairwoman of Angola’s state oil company, Sonangol, more than $57 million was transferred from that company to the bank account of a Dubai company owned by a friend of hers. Ms. dos Santos has said the money was for fees owed to consultants and accountants, including Boston Consulting Group, McKinsey & Company and PwC, formerly called PricewaterhouseCoopers. It is not clear whether that sum matched bills from the consultants; the companies declined to provide billing details, citing client confidentiality. About $38 million was transferred in the hours after Angola’s new president at the time — her father’s successor — announced on Nov. 15, 2017, that she was being fired from Sonangol, the documents show.

World’s richest 2,000 people hold more than poorest 4.6 billion combined

The world’s richest 2,153 people controlled more money than the poorest 4.6 billion combined in 2019, while unpaid or underpaid work by women and girls adds three times more to the global economy each year than the technology industry, Oxfam said on Monday.

The Nairobi-headquartered charity said in a report released ahead of the annual World Economic Forum of political and business leaders in Davos, Switzerland, that women around the world work 12.5 billion hours combined each day without pay or recognition.

In its “Time to Care” report, Oxfam said it estimated that unpaid care work by women added at least $10.8 trillion a year in value to the world economy - three times more than the tech industry.

“It is important for us to underscore that the hidden engine of the economy that we see is really the unpaid care work of women. And that needs to change,” Amitabh Behar, CEO of Oxfam India, told Reuters in an interview.

To highlight the level of inequality in the global economy, Behar cited the case of a woman called Buchu Devi in India who spends 16 to 17 hours a day doing work like fetching water after trekking 3km, cooking, preparing her children for school and working in a poorly paid job.

“And on the one hand you see the billionaires who are all assembling at Davos with their personal planes, personal jets, super rich lifestyles,” he said.

“This Buchu Devi is not one person. I in India encounter these women on a daily basis, and this is the story across the world. We need to change this, and certainly end this billionaire boom.”

Behar said that to remedy this, governments should make sure above all that the rich pay their taxes, which should then be used to pay for amenities such as clean water, healthcare and better quality schools.

“If you just look around the world, more than 30 countries are seeing protests.

People are on the street and what are they saying? - That they are not to accept this inequality, they are not going to live with these kind of conditions,” he said.

Those transfers drained Sonangol’s account at EuroBic, the European arm of an Angolan bank where Ms. dos Santos owns a 42.5 percent stake. In EuroBic’s statement on Monday, cutting commercial ties with Ms. dos Santos and associates of hers, the bank said it would audit the November 2017 transfers and report its findings to Portugal’s central bank.

EuroBic’s headquarters, steps from Ms. dos Santos’s sprawling Lisbon apartment, plays a central role in her business empire, which encompasses more than 400 companies and subsidiaries. Most global banks, bound by tough reporting requirements on doing business with so-called politically exposed persons, have avoided doing business with her. EuroBic, though bound by the same rules, continued to do extensive business with Ms. dos Santos and her husband, the documents show.

Ms. dos Santos didn’t immediately respond to questions about EuroBic’s announcement that were emailed Monday evening to her London law firm.

But she made her position on the leaked documents clear on Sunday, when news organizations around the world simultaneously published their

Isabel dos Santos, Africa’s richest woman investigations — the work of more than 120 reporters in 20 countries, who spent months analyzing the documents and interviewing hundreds of people in Angola, Portugal and other countries where she has had business interests.

“The ICIJ report is based on many fake documents and false information, it is a coordinated political attack in coordinations with the ‘Angolan Government,’” Ms. dos Santos wrote on Twitter. “715 thousand documents read?

Who believes that?”

20,000 pilgrims flock to Jesus’ baptismal site on Jordan River

More than 20,000 people recently took part in and attended baptism ceremonies at Qasr alYahud, the site on the banks of the Jordan River where, according to Christian tradition, Jesus was baptized by John the Baptist, the Coordinator of Government Activities in the Territories (COGAT) said in a statement.

Several ceremonies took place on Saturday and Sunday under the protection of the IDF and Israel Police and under the auspices of the COGAT and the Israel Nature and Parks Authority, which administer the site, COGAT’s Spokesman’s Office said.

Qasr al-Yahud (“the Castle of the Jews”) is located in the West Bank about 40 km. east of Jerusalem on the border with Jordan. It is one of the holiest sites in the Christian world and is home to eight church denominations.

Since the beginning of January, five church denominations have held baptismal ceremonies to celebrate the festival of Epiphany.

On Saturday, Theophilos III, patriarch of the Orthodox Church of Jerusalem, guided the procession leading to the ceremony. It was opened by a reception attended by Civil Administration head Brig.Gen. Ghassan Alyan and Jericho District Coordination and Liaison

20,000 pilgrims flock to Jesus’s baptismal site on Jordan River (January 2020).

Administration head Lt.-Col. Eran these important ceremonies, as part Gross. of its program to preserve freedom

The Greek Orthodox and of religion and worship for all Eritrean communities also held Christian denominations,” he said. their services on the same day. On “Thanks to the ceremonies, we see a Sunday, the Syriac and Ethiopian marked rise in tourism alongside a sects organized theirs, bringing the boost to the economy, for which I total number of people visiting Qasr am thankful. al-Yahud in the past few days to “On this occasion, I 20,000. would like to wish all members of

“At this time of year, we the Christian community happy wish to greet members of the holidays,” Gross said.

Christian religion on the occasion Additional ceremonies of their baptism ceremonies,” Gross organized by the Coptic and said in the statement.

Armenian communities are

“The Civil Administration scheduled for the end of January. has made much effort to prepare for

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New iPhone 12 leaks claim to reveal screen sizes, dimensions, and a cool new color

Even though we’ve been tracking iPhone 12 gossip since way before the iPhone 11 family was officially unveiled, Apple is making it harder than ever to know exactly what’s in the pipeline, which might be why we’ve seen so many conflicting reports of late on the number of new models being prepared, their general design language, camera upgrades, biometric recognition technology, and various other key specs and features.

The latest speculation comes from Macotakara, a Japanese publication with a mixed track record in terms of revealing things about unreleased iPhones and iPads. Unnamed sources inside the Chinese supply chain claim to know pretty much everything about the overall dimensions and screen sizes of at least three iPhone 12 versions scheduled for a commercial release during the fall of 2020, which is... probably not true.

But assuming these insiders do have a crystal ball showing them precisely how the iPhone 12 lineup compares to some of its predecessors, here are a few of the biggest revelations included in today’s report: No dramatic redesign but the sizes and cameras will be different

By far the most interesting (not to mention surprising) detail freshly rumored here is a “casing design” that the

iPhone 12 and iPhone 11 families could 8 in terms of overall height. A 6.1-inch ultimately “share.” That’s certainly not iPhone 12 could be taller than the 5.8what so many other reports from more inch iPhone 11 Pro but shorter than the or less trustworthy sources suggested 6.1-inch iPhone 11, with two rear-facing these last few months. It’s also not what shooters in tow. we expected after an iPhone 11 lineup Finally, there may be another that so closely resembled the iPhone XR/ 6.1-inch variant in the works with the XS/XS Max trio of 2018. same quad camera setup including a But at least everyone can agree the ToF sensor as the 6.7-inch iPhone 12 Pro camera arrangements will be revised Max. And if that’s not confusing enough, to include a higher number of imaging keep in mind that Apple is also expected sensors for yet another major boost in to unveil an iPhone 9 this spring with a performance and versatility. We’re most very similar design as the iPhone 8 and likely talking about two main variants possibly an iPhone 9 Plus in the fall as with two shooters slapped on their backs well. For what it’s worth, that 5.4-inch and a jumbo-sized model with at least “iPhone 9 Plus” sure sounds similar to three rear-facing cameras. the 5.4-inch iPhone 12 variant rumored

The largest version, which we today, so there’s a good chance that’s one assume will be dubbed the iPhone 12 Pro and the same device.

Max, could also feature a fourth imaging sensor capable of various AR tricks Behold the iPhone 12 Pro in a new enabled by 3D Time-of-Flight technology. eye-catching color This giant is tipped to sport a 6.7-inch display and unsurprisingly stand a little After pretty much spoiling taller overall than the 6.5-inch iPhone every surprise Samsung had in store 11 Pro Max. What’s definitely nice to for the Galaxy S20 announcement hear is that the iPhone 12 Pro Max could event next month, Max Weinbach be thinner than its forerunner too, at over on Twitter just joined forces with 7.4mm vs 8.1mm. Let’s just hope the EverythingApplePro on YouTube to battery life will go unharmed. reveal a cool new paint job for the iPhone

Meanwhile, the smallest 12 Pro (and presumably, other iPhone 12 iPhone 12 model might come with a variants as well). very compact (especially by 2020 high- According to Weinbach, Apple end standards) 5.4-inch OLED screen, could ditch the Midnight Green hue squeezing somewhere between the introduced with the iPhone 11 family to 4-inch iPhone SE and 4.7-inch iPhone make room for an arguably cooler Navy

Concept renders of an iPhone 12 variant with four rear-facing cameras.

Blue color. Of course, it’s a little too early to take such a small but important aesthetic detail for granted, so you should definitely keep your skeptical hat on for both the rumor itself and concept renders showcasing how a boxy iPhone 12 Pro (that Macotakara says isn’t happening after all) might look in Navy Blue attire.

Alphabet CEO backs temporary ban on facial-recognition, Microsoft disagrees

The EU’s proposal for a temporary ban on facial-recognition technology won backing from Alphabet Chief Executive Sundar Pichai on Monday but got a cool response from Microsoft President Brad Smith.

While Pichai cited the possibility that the technology could be used for nefarious purposes as a reason for a moratorium, Smith said a ban was akin to using a meat cleaver instead of a scalpel to solve potential problems.

“I think it is important that governments and regulations tackle it sooner rather than later and give a framework for it,” Pichai told a conference in Brussels organized by think-tank Bruegel.

“It can be immediate but maybe there’s a waiting period before we really think about how it’s being used,” he said. “It’s up to governments to chart the course” for the use of such technology.

Smith, who is also Microsoft’s chief legal officer, however cited the benefits of facial recognition technology in some instances such as NGOs using it

facial recognition technology in public to find missing children.

“I’m really reluctant to say let’s areas, to give the EU time to work out stop people from using technology in how to prevent abuses, the paper said. a way that will reunite families when it Pichai urged regulators to take a “proportionate approach” when drafting can help them do it,” Smith said.

“The second thing I would say rules, days before the Commission is due is you don’t ban it if you actually believe to publish proposals on the issue.

Regulators are grappling there is a reasonable alternative that will enable us to, say, address this problem with ways to govern AI, encouraging with a scalpel instead of a meat cleaver,” innovation while trying to curb potential misuse, as companies and law he said.

Smith said it was important to enforcement agencies increasingly adopt first identify problems and then craft the technology.

There was no question AI rules to ensure that the technology would not be used for mass surveillance. needs to be regulated, Pichai said, but

“There is only one way at the rulemakers should tread carefully.

“Sensible regulation must end of the day to make technology better also take a proportionate approach, and that is to use it,” he said.

The European Commission balancing potential harms with social s taking a tougher line on artificial opportunities. This is especially true in intelligence (AI) than the United areas that are high risk and high value,” States that would strengthen existing he said.

Regulators should tailor rules regulations on privacy and data rights, according to a proposal paper seen by according to different sectors, Pichai said, citing medical devices and self-driving Reuters.

Part of this includes a cars as examples that require different moratorium of up to five years on using rules. He said governments should align

Sundar Pichai, CEO of Google and Alphabet, speaks on artificial intelligence during a Bruegel think tank conference in Brussels, Belgium January 20, 2020. their rules and agree on core values.

Earlier this month, the U.S. government published regulatory guidelines on AI aimed at limiting authorities’ overreach, and urged Europe to avoid an aggressive approach.

Macron and Trump declare truce in digital tax dispute

French President Emmanuel Macron said on Monday he had a “great discussion” with U.S. President Donald Trump over a digital tax planned by Paris and said the two countries would work together to avoid a rise in tariffs.

The two leaders agreed to the truce after Paris offered to suspend down payments for this year’s digital tax and Washington promised to keep negotiating toward a solution rather than acting on a tariff threat, French sources said.

Specifically, Macron and Trump agreed to hold off on a potential tariff war until the end of 2020, a French diplomatic source said, and to push

ahead with broader negotiations at the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development to rewrite the rules of international taxation during that period.

“They agreed to give a chance to negotiations until the end of the year,” the source said. “During that time period, there won’t be successive tariffs.”

France decided in July to apply a 3% levy on revenue from digital services earned in France by companies with revenues of more than 25 million euros ($28 million) in France and 750 million euros worldwide.

Washington threatened to impose trade tariffs on French

Champagne, handbags and other goods in response. It complained the tax unfairly targeted U.S. internet companies, a claim Paris dismissed.

French authorities have repeatedly said any international agreement on digital taxation reached within the OECD would immediately supersede the French tax.

But concerned that the United States would snub the OECD negotiations and proceed with tariffs on French goods, France has offered to suspend until the end of the year down payments on its digital tax that would have been due in April.

“What we’re proposing is to

French President Emmanuel Macron speaks during a visit at the AstraZeneca factory in Dunkirk, France January 20, 2020. give ourselves time and to show our goodwill, to postpone the remaining payments to December,” a French Finance Ministry source said.

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Oil market shrugs off Libya crisis

Oil prices fell more on Tuesday on expectations that a well-supplied market would be able to absorb disruptions that have cut Libya’s crude production to a trickle.

Brent crude LCOc1 was down 37 cents at $64.83 a barrel by 1450 GMT, having hit a session low of $64.06. U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude CLc1 was down 20 cents at $58.34, after hitting a low of $57.68 earlier in the day.

“Market participants appear to fret less about supply disruptions in the Middle East, or at least the risk of disruptions, thanks to the impressive growth we have seen in U.S. output over recent years,” Bank ING said.

Almost all of Libya’s crude export capacity is now under force majeure - a waiver on contractual obligations - after pipeline blockades in the east and west of the country hindered oil production.

If Libyan exports are halted for any sustained period, storage tanks will fill within days and production will slow

to 72,000 barrels per day (bpd), said a spokesman for state oil company NOC. Libya has been producing about 1.2 million bpd recently.

Anti-government unrest in Iraq, another major oil producer, also supported oil prices initially, but officials later said output from southern oilfields has been unaffected by the unrest.

Any supply disruptions could be offset by increased output from the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC), which could limit the impact on global oil markets, the head of Japan’s petroleum industry body said.

ING said that spare OPEC capacity, which stands in excess of 3 million bpd, was reassuring the market.

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Monday trimmed back its 2020 global economic growth forecasts by a tenth of a percentage point to 3.3% because of sharper than expected slowdowns in India and other emerging markets. But the IMF said that a U.S.-

An oil pump jack of Canadian group Vermilion Energy is pictured in Parentis-en-Born, France, October 13, 2017.

China trade deal was another sign that trade and manufacturing activity could soon bottom out.

Barclays on Tuesday forecast 2020 oil demand to rise by 1.4 million bpd, 50,000 bpd higher than its previous

China’s 2019 birth rate slowest in 70 years: stats bureau

China’s birth rate fell to its lowest last year since the founding of the People’s Republic of China 70 years ago, posing a long-term challenge for its government.

The country’s birth rate stood at 10.48 per thousand, the lowest since 1949, data from the National Bureau of Statistics showed on Friday. The number of babies born in 2019 dropped by about 580,000 to 14.65 million.

Many young couples in China are reluctant to have children because they cannot afford to pay for health care and education alongside expensive housing. The abolishment of the One Child Policy in 2015 has not provided much of a

tangible boost to the country’s birth rate.

Meanwhile, divorce rates are hitting records. In the first three quarters of 2019, about 3.1 million couples filed for divorce, compared with 7.1 million couples getting married, according to data from the Ministry of Civil Affairs.

Rapid aging is also under way in the world’s most populous nation, creating policy challenges for China’s leaders as they promise to guarantee health care and pension payments amid a slowing economy.

China’s overall population totaled 1.4 billion as of the end of 2019, the statistics bureau data

necessary but....

Needless to say, the iPad is a good fit for some older folks and those who passively consume a lot of content. I have friends who religiously take the iPad to bed with them to consume content or read. And I see people on planes with iPads to watch movies. So, I can’t argue with consumer preference.

My argument is, as third device — in addition to a largescreen smartphone and laptop — it’s unnecessary. “Necessity” being the operative word.

I’ve had an iPad since day one in 2010. But for me it never quite fulfilled the promise of being better than a laptop or filling that niche between touch devices and keyboard-based computers.

Laptops and smartphones have always been necessary. I’ll stick with what’s necessary in 2020.

*Some examples of a light laptop and laptop-tablet hybrids are the Microsoft Surface Pro (with a detachable keyboard), Google

Google releases 3 new experimental apps to help cut down your phone usage

Google has been on a roll recently with its digital wellbeing initiatives, releasing Family Link for parental controls, various apps to view and manage your usage, and a Focus Mode for pausing apps you find distracting. Now it’s continuing the trend by releasing 3 new apps, the most notable of which asks that you literally put your phone in an envelope so you can’t use it.

Envelope

A boy holds an umbrella on Tiananmen Square, in Beijing, China August 27, 2019. showed, inching up from 1.39 billion a year earlier.

Is the iPad Necessary In 2020?

Ditch The Third Device

With ever larger and more capable smartphones and lighter laptops, the iPad may be redundant for many in 2020.

If you have both a large-screen smartphone and a newer touchscreen laptop* with a 360-degree display, together they make a third device largely redundant.

Over the course of 2019, I used my iPad less and less and relied more on my iPhone XS Max (and now on an iPhone 11 Pro Max). Eventually, I sold my iPad and can now — after about three months — say that it’s not (wasn’t) essential anymore.

And laptop makers — particularly those in the Windows and Chrome OS camps — will be offering lighter and more versatile 2-in-1 laptops in 2020 that mimic tablets.

While Apple doesn’t make a 2-in-1 laptop, the combination of a MacBook and a large-screen iPhone renders the iPad a luxury not a necessity for me.

For some the iPad is

forecast and up from growth of 900,000 bpd in 2019.

The bank maintained its 2020 forecasts for Brent and West Texas Intermediate (WTI) prices at $62 and $57 a barrel respectively.

Currently only available to users of the Pixel 3a, Google describes Envelope as “an experimental app which temporarily transforms your phone into a simpler, calmer device, helping you to take a break away from your digital world.” To get started, you print out a special PDF provided by the app and fold it into the shape of an envelope. You then seal your phone inside and use it through the paper, only having access to the dialer and the camera. Between the number of steps required to set it up, such as printing out and folding a new envelope and changing your default settings each time, it’s a lot to work with instead of setting your phone on Do Not Disturb or using some of Google’s other digital wellbeing apps.

The project is open source and Google has placed all the code on GitHub, so it will be interesting to see if it will grow into something bigger. If you have a Pixel 3a and feel like gift-wrapping your phone, you can grab Envelope from the Play Store or APK Mirror.

Activity Bubbles

Activity Bubbles has a pretty clever concept; every time you unlock your phone, your wallpaper will create a bubble. The longer you’re on your phone during that unlocked period, the bigger the bubble will become. Once you lock your phone again, that bubble stops growing, and the process starts over again. By the end of the day, you should have a cool abstract bubble pattern as your wallpaper.

It’s a fairly straightforward process and you can set it up via the app itself or from the wallpapers screen.

Screen Stopwatch

iPhone 11 Pro Max (left) and iPhone 11 Pro with Airpods.

Pixelbook Go (shown at top), MacBook Air, Dell XPS 13 2-in-1, and the HP Elite Dragonfly (the latter which I’m currently using as my everyday device).

Having a timer running constantly while using your phone sounds like a recipe for increased anxiety, but Screen Stopwatch sounds like it could be useful. Like Activity Bubbles, Screen Stopwatch is a live wallpaper that displays phone usage in real-time, giving you a precise count of how much time you spend on your phone each day.

When your phone is locked, the counter is stopped, but every time you unlock it you’ll get a constant, ticking reminder from your home screen that should encourage you to put it down and do something productive.

While not everyone will find a use for them, it’s good to see Google develop so many experimental apps with novel ways of promoting healthier phone habits.

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A REWARDING CAREER WITH COMO HOTELS & RESORTS STARTS TODAY!!

At COMO, we create experiences worth re-living, experiences that inspire guests to travel and live differently.

COMO Parrot Cay, Turks & Caicos Islands Agriculture Assistant The responsibility of a Gardener Assistant is to maintain the beauty of plants, outdoor grounds, and trees in a garden. They perform a range of general maintenance tasks including designing, producing, renewing and preserving outside spaces. Maintain and grow the garden to ensure it meets specific requirements and expectations. Perform basic maintenance such as cutting the grass, emptying bins, managing weed control and leaf raking. Plant and nurture new trees, flowers, and various plants. Work with hand tools and basic light machinery such as plant vehicles, and small diggers Salary Scale: (Start salary rate $2000 monthly)

Restaurant Supervisor

The Restaurant Supervisor is responsible for coordinating, supervising and directing the Food and Beverage department in absence of the Food and Beverage Manager.

Salary Scale: (Start salary rate $8.00 hourly)

Food and Beverage Server

The Food and Beverage Server is responsible for taking the guests orders and delivering their food and drinks to them.

Salary Scale: (Start salary rate $6.25 hourly)

Bartenders

The Bartender is responsible for ensuring that the execution of our beverages are at a 5-star standard Making drinks for guests.

Salary Scale: (Start salary rate $6.25 hourly)

Demi Chef The Demi Chef is responsible for preparing pastries, fish, sauces, vegetables, etc.

Also exceeding guest satisfaction, through the effective execution of his/her assigned area. Establish and monitor all quality, consistency, safety, sanitation, and hygiene standards.

Salary Scale: Salary Scale: (Start salary rate $1600 monthly)

VIP Coordinator The VIP coordinator is responsible for liaising with the clients/guests from the region in Portuguese and Spanish speaking countries, by coordinating all guest requirements from pre-arrival to departure process; generating sales; conducting site inspections to promote the products and services of the hotel; arranging events primarily for guests from Latin America.

Salary Scale: Salary Scale: (Start salary rate $2500 monthly)

K9 Dog Handler/ Fire Team Conduct patrols of the property and monitor for intruders, safety and security violations Monitor and investigate suspicious activity and hazardous conditions in their patrol area Patrol with assigned dog, keeping a positive presence and detecting and deterring any potential criminal activity Ensure proper and appropriate use of assigned and trainer K-9 asset for the purposes within the scope of training, and any relevant certification, of the K-9 asset.

Salary Scale: Salary Scale: (Start salary rate $3000 monthly)

Warehouse Manager

Provides materials, equipment, and supplies by directing receiving, warehousing, and distribution services; supervising staff. Controls inventory levels by conducting physical counts; reconciling with data storage system.

Information Technology Assistant Managert The Assistant IT Manager works as part of the IT team and reports to the IT Manager and assists with the daily administration of CPC’s network/server environment and all external and internal guest related IT services. Monitors network and server performance and performs testing to provide diagnosis of issues and to assist with deployment of solutions. Installs upgrades, patches, and new applications and equipment as directed by IT Manager. Supports and enforces a disaster recovery, security, telecommunication and backup and restore plan. Provide high-level customer service to both internal and external guest. Assists in other areas of the department as time permits.

Salary Scale: (Start salary rate $2300 monthly) Commis Chef To perform various tasks pertaining to the service and delivery of Food, Beverage (in the restaurant or room service, while following policies and standards set in the Food and Beverage Manual.

Salary Scale: (Start salary rate $1600 monthly)

Accounts Payable Clerk Maintain petty cash accounts and log all outgoing disbursements Monitor all vendor payment agreements to find discounts that can be used to reduce invoice amounts Responsible for paying all sales tax on appropriate invoices and making a note of each tax payment made Keep track of credits owed to the company and ensure all credits are properly applied to vendor payments Reconcile payable reports each month to confirm that all amounts paid were accurate Salary Scale: (Start salary rate $2500 monthly)

Spa Therapist Deliver therapeutic services to hotel guests for wellbeing and relaxation purposes. Provide guests with guidance and useful advises related to wellbeing. Be responsible for products and equipment required for treatments. Act as ambassador for COMO Shambhala.

Salary Scale: (Start salary rate $1200 monthly)

Resort Butler A Resort Butler provides and coordinates all aspects of personalized care to all guests during their stay, assisting in ALL areas of the resort by seeking continual improvement of skills through training and practice. He or she will also be required to undertake and be familiar with the co-ordination of jobs according to policies and standards within the following areas Salary Scale: (Start salary rate $1300 monthly)

Front Office Manager

Oversee the effective and efficient operation of Front Office in accordance with the objectives, performance and quality standards established by the hotel. This includes Reception, Concierge, Business Centre, Telephone, Guest Services and Duty Managers. To plan, organize, and motivate all colleagues to excel in delivering Quality Experience to all guests.

Salary Scale: (Start salary rate $3000 monthly)

Salary Scale: Salary Scale: (Start salary rate $3000 monthly)

All applicants will be required to successfully obtain a clear background and drug test and for non-Turks and Caicos nationals will require a work permit.

Experience in a similar or relevant position is a prerequisite; relevant educational and/or professional qualification is also a plus. To be considered, please visit our career page to apply for our current open positions https://comohotelsparrotcay-careers.silkroad.com Any other questions, you may also contact Human Resources below:careers@comoparrotcay.com

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•Assist management with coaching and evaluating the spa team’s performance •Assist with monthly inventory; ensuring that all supplies and retail stocks are well maintained •Must have strong retail skills •Answer questions about available service, general property information and amenities for Grace Bay Resorts •Ensure adherence to quality improvement or corrective action plans •Ensure cleanliness of all guest areas •Must be able to perform spa services and treatments •Must be able to move, lift, carry, push, pull and place objects weighing less or equal to 30 pounds without assistance •Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by management •Must have excellent oral and communication skills

OPEN JOB POSITION DATE OPEN: January 20, 2020 START DATE: ASAP POSITION: Housekeeper 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 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: $7.25 per hour DATE OPEN: January 20, 2020 START DATE: ASAP POSITION: Spa Supervisor PROPERTY: Point Grace Job Overview: The Spa Supervisor will oversee the spa attendants and therapists and will lend support when needed. The Spa Supervisor will also assist the Front of House Manager in the day to day operations of the department and oversee all spa operations in the Front of House Manager’s absence.

Requirements: Follow all company policies and procedure; ensure uniform and personal appearances are clean and professional. Welcome and acknowledge all guests according to the company standards. Handle any guest issues with professionalism and confidence; develop and maintain positive working relationships with the spa team and support the spa team to reach common goals.

Job Responsibilities: •Training all new front desk staff and spa attendants and ensuring all job requirements and standards are met as directed by the company •Effectively resolve guest complaints and communication with the management team regarding issues and resolutions

DATE OPEN: January 20, 2020

DATE OPEN:POSITION: January 20,Teacher 2020

START DATE: ASAP

START DATE: ASAP

Job Requirements: POSITION: Teacher

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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: $20,000 - $21,000 per annum DATE OPEN: January 20, 2020 START DATE: ASAP POSITION: Maintenance Supervisor PROPERTY: Point Grace Job Requirements: Engineering course, undergraduate or vocational school graduate with good verbal and written communication skills. Must have at least 8 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.

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: $30,000 - $35,000 per annum Interested persons can contact our Human Resources Department no later than February 7, 2020 @ (649) 946-5050 Ext. 1020 Email: humanresources@gracebayclub.com Fax: (649) 946-5758 P.O. Box 128 Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands, British West Indies

We are seeking motivated and qualified individuals to fill the post of Retail Floor Manager. This position is responsible for the efficient operation of the shop floor, including performances and productivity. The job requirements, duties and responsibilities include: -

•Will be utilized as a general education teacher who will be responsible for teaching all subjects to a primary grade class Job Requirements: •Must be a practicing Born Again Christian •Must have at least 5 years teaching experience  Will be utilized as a general education teacher who will be responsible for teaching all subjects to a primary •Bachelor Degree in Education or equivalent from an accredited institution grade class •Teacher Certificate / Diploma from a recognized Educational Institution.  Must be•Must a practicing Again Christian have Born a working knowledge of the A-Beka Curriculum •Must be familiar with Primary Education within the Caribbean.  Must have at least 5 years teaching experience •COMPENSATION: Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience  Bachelor Degree in Education or equivalent from an accredited institution

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a retail supervisory/ management role.

• A strong product knowledge of the retail industry and knowledge of Supermarket facility management is required.

• Must have good computer knowledge and proficiency in using Microsoft Office programs and inventory management systems.

• Be able to critically review and analyze, departmental sales reports  Teacher / Diploma from a recognized Institution.

ThisCertificate position is currently held byEducational an expatriate worker and shrink reports for decision making.

Qualified Islanders only Curriculum to apply copying applications to the  Must have a working knowledgeneed of the A-Beka • Must be skilled in ordering methods, overseeing pricing and practices Commissioner of Labour & Work Permit Board Zone 2  Must be familiar with Primary Education within the Caribbean. for inventory control as well as preparing promotional materials Salary Range: $20,000 - $25,000 per annum and displays.  COMPENSATION: Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience • Monitors overall store quality, cleanliness, stock levels, DATE OPEN: January 20, 2020 START DATE: ASAP This positionPOSITION: is currently held by an expatriate worker merchandising, sales growth and profitability and taking appropriate Teacher Qualified Islanders need only to apply copying applications to the Commissioner of Labour & Work Permit Board action to improve performance.

Zone 2 Job Requirements: • Be able to multitask in a fast-paced environment and effectively Salary Range: $20,000 - $25,000 •Will be utilizedper as annum a general education teacher who will be responsible for handle customer queries and complaints. teaching all subjects to a primary grade class • Maintaining good communication with staff members, associates •Must be practicing Born Again Christian DATE OPEN: January 20,a 2020 START DATE: ASAP and the management team as well as train, supervise and appraise •Must have at least 5 years teaching experience staff.

•Bachelor Degree in Education or equivalent from an accredited institution POSITION: Teacher • Observe and ensure compliance with all company policies and •Teacher Certificate / Diploma from a recognized Educational Institution. established procedures including general health and safety •Must have a working knowledge of the A-Beka Curriculum Job Requirements: standards.

•Must be familiar with Primary Education within the Caribbean.

Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience • Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position and  Will be•COMPENSATION: utilized as a general education teacher who will be responsible for teaching all subjects to a be able to operate lift equipment. primary grade class Qualified Belongers need only apply • Will be required to work nights, long hours, weekends, and holidays.  Must be a practicing Born Again Christian

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Salary Range: $18,000 - $22,000 per annum Must have at least 5 years teaching experience Applicants can forward Resumes along with copies of BachelorSuitable Degree in Education or equivalent from an accredited institution Qualifications, two (2) Character References no later than February Teacher Certificate / Diploma from a recognized Educational Institution.

14, 2020 P.O.aBox 939, Leeward Highway, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Must have working knowledge of the A-Beka Curriculum Islands, British West Indies Must be familiar with Primary Education within the Caribbean.

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COMPENSATION: Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience

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Qualified Belongers need only apply

Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Please submit applications to Human Resources Director, Graceway Supermarkets’ main office located upstairs Graceway IGA Supermarket, Leeward Highway, Providenciales, or via Email hr@gracewayiga.com | Deadline is February 29, 2020.

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J.A.W.S Construction

Hartman R. Handfield

TCI Motorcycles

Location: Grand Turk, Turks & Caicos Islands Is seeking a Labourer Duties include general cleaning and keeping the yard clean and using a variety of tools and machines To work 5 days a week Salary is $6.25 an hour This position is currently held by a Work Permit Holder Please contact: 242-4924 Applicants who are Turks and Caicos Islanders should also send copies of their application to the Labour Board

Location: #26 Long Bay, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands Is seeking (4) Carpenters Duties: Making cabinets and installing contractures and fixtures Salary is $8.00 per hour Please Contact: 243-2357 These positions are new Belongers are encouraged to send copies of their resumes to the Labour Board

Location: South Dock, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands Is seeking a Tile layer Duties include: cutting tiles, using wet saws, tilescribes, or handheld tile cutters to create even edges Salary is $7.00 per hour To work 5 days a week Please Contact: 345-7918 This position is New Applicants who are Turks & Caicos Islanders should also copies of their application to the Labour Board

#603786

#603784

Location: Grand Turk Cruise Center Is seeking to employ a Store Manager Duties: Manage the store, inventory and staff. Managerial experience is referred Is seeking a Store Clerk Duties: Sales and customer service handling. Retail experience is preferred Salary: Negotiable, commensurate with experience Contact: 946-2119 BELONGERS ONLY APPLY Applicants who are Turks and Caicos Islanders should also send copies of their application to the Labour Board

B & B Services

Mangoes Bar and Lounge

Location: Grace Bay Village Lot #3, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands Is seeking a Maintenance Technician Duties: Conducting scheduling repairs, maintaining inventory, and developing preventative maintenance procedures and will be a jack-of-all-trades, maintaining buildings A & B apartments and the office area, cleaning and providing minor repairs on AC units & Laundry machine.

Salary $8.00 per hour To work six days a week Please Contact: 243-8471 This position is currently held by a Work Permit Holder Turks & Caicos Islanders should also send copy of their application to the Labour Board

Location: 22 Morris Plaza, Unit 25, Airport Road, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands Is seeking three (3) Bar Maids Must be able to serve drinks and assist the Bartender and must be able to serve the customers To work 6 days a week Salary is $6.25 per hour Please Contact: 241-3845 These positions are new Applicants who are Turks and Caicos Islanders should also send copies of their application to the Labour Board

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Valeria Houseman Location: Norway, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands Is Seeking One (1) Cleaner Duties: Cleaning, dusting, sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, cleaning ceiling vents, restroom cleaning etc Is seeking One (1) Domestic Worker Duties: Must be able to do general household cleaning, honest and hardworking Salary for both positions: $6.80 per hour Please Contact: (649) 244-0693 These position are currently held

by Work Permit Holders Interest Turks & Caicos Islander applicants must send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board

LeShelle Tull Location: 188 Palm Circle East, Leeward Palms, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands Is seeking a Housekeeper Duties include house cleaning, ironing, laundry, cooking, looking and caring after child To work 5 days a week Salary is $6.25 per hour Please email l.tull@live.com The position is currently held by a work permit holder Interested Turks and Caicos Islander applicants must send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board ASSOCIATED MEDICAL PRACTICES

5A Windward Drive, Leeward Highway is seeking to employ a:

ROOM DOCTOR •General practice with some emergency room work •Full time 8 hour working day with varying shifts between 8am – 8pm to meet the needs of the business •On call duty at least 2 nights per week plus 1 in 2 weekends •Must have at least 8 years post qualifications experience and be registered with the Health Practitioners Board •Renumeration structure available on request Contact 946-4242.

Email amp@tciway.tc Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labor Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder.

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Basneal Bien-Aime/Handy-Pro Maintenance Ltd Location: 29 A Grand View Close, Long Bay, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands Is seeking one Countertop Stone Mason and Repairman Salary is $25.00 an hour Must be able to work 6 days a week Please send resume detailing qualifications and experience to handypro@tciway.tc or Basneal Bien-Aime Stone Mason position is currently held by a Work Permit Holder and the Repairman is a new position Applicants who are Turks and Caicos Islanders should also send copies of their application to the Labour Board

OTHER PEOPLES AFFAIRS Two Locations: Unit 58, Saltmills Plaza, Grace Bay and Central Square, Leeward Highway, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands Is Seeking: Three (3) Store Assistants Skills Needed: Retail Sales, Exemplary customer service delivery, detail oriented, self motivated and a team player mindset To work 6 days a week Salary Range: $6.25 - $7.95 per hr Email your resume to castwoodtull@ gmail.com All posts are currently held by work permit holders Interested Turks and Caicos Islander applicants must send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board

Javard Glinton Location: #28 Shipwreck Drive, Long bay, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands Is seeking One (1) Labourer Applicant must be able to do minor repairs around the house, water plants and clean yard To work 5 days a week Salary is $7.00 per hour Please Contact: 331-6662 This position is new Applicants who are Turks and Caicos Islanders should also send copies of their application to the Labour Board #603789

Lelieth’s Ltd Is seeking a Cosmetologist/Beautician Minimum seven years experience working as a Cosmetologist/Beautician Applicant must have pleasant personality and excellent customer service skills Be able to work independently Be willing to work flexible hours Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience Submit applications to by January 24, 2020 to: The Manager Lelieth’s Ltd Town Center Mall Providenciales Turks & Caicos Islands Telephone (649) 231-1729 Labour Commissioner Employment Services Samuel Been Building Airport Road Providenciales

Babysitter Wanted

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Carnetta Skippings

Location: #5 Eddie Laporte Plaza, Academy Ave. Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands Is seeking a Cook Cleans food preparation areas as determined by law and company policy Prepares foods to the specifications of the client Salary $6.25 per hour Please Contact 399-9000 This position is currently held by work permit holder Belonger are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board

Location: Grand Turk, Turks & Caicos Islands Is looking for a Babysitter Must be experienced and love children Salary is: $6.25 per hour To work 6 days a week Interested person(s) please call 443–7144 This position is new Applicants who are Turks and Caicos Islanders should also send copies of their application to the Labour Board

Location: Grand Turk, Turks & Caicos Islands Full time, 40 hrs per week Salary: $600 per month Must be experienced and love children Please Call: 649-431-4905 This position is currently held by a Work Permit Holder Applicants who are Turks and Caicos Islanders should also send copies of their application to the Labour Board

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Location: Norway, Five Cays, Houseman Close, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands Is Seeking One (1) Mason Duties: Layering building materials such as bricks, concrete, tiles and other construction materials To work 5 days a week Salary $7.50 per hour Please Contact: (649) 244-0693 This position is new Interest Turks & Caicos Islander applicants must send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board

Location: Hospital Road, Grand Turk, Turks & Caicos Islands Is seeking to employ: Seven (7) Barmaids – Serving of drinks, keep tables and all areas in the bar clean and mingle with patrons One (I) Bartender – Mix & Serve drinks and cocktails and keep area of workplace clean. Must be friendly One (1) Labourer- Cleaning of outer premises of the bar on a daily basis and assist with the taking out of drinks to disposal Salary is $6.50 per hour Please Contact: 346-9101 Some positions are currently held by Work Permit Holders Interest Turks & Caicos Islander applicants must send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board

Location: In Grand Turk Is seeking a Domestic Worker Must be able to do general cleaning Applicants must have a willing, positive and personable attitude as well as they should also enjoy working with people and be willing to learn To work 6 days a week Salary is $6.25 per hour Please Contact: 348-7455 This position is currently held by a Work Permit Holder Applicants who are Turks and Caicos Islanders should also send copies of their application to the Labour Board

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Maid in TCI

Location: Bay Road, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands Is seeking a Domestic Worker Duties includes Cleaning, washing and ironing Salary is $6.50 per hour Please Contact 331-0389 This position is currently held by a work permit holder Interested TC Islanders are invited to also send copies of their applications to the Labour Board

Seeks to employ a Domestic Worker In Grand Turk At a salary of $200.00 To work 5 day week Successful applicant will be required to maintain the home by cleaning cooking and other chores when directed by the homeowner Applications are to be submitted applications to the Immigration Board zone 1 and Eva at Tel No. 2414358.

Note that this position is new Applicants who are Turks and Caicos Islanders should also send copies of their application to the Labour Board

Have vacancies for the following positions: Housekeepers/ Domestic Workers and Labourers Starting salary is $7.00 per hour To work 6 days a week Apply via email to maidintci@ gmail.com or in person Unit 6 Alliance Business Centre, Princess Drive, Grace Bay, Providenciales These positions are new Applicants who are Turks and Caicos Islanders should also send copies of their application to the Labour Board

Williams Motor Mart

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Location: In Grand Turk, Turks & Caicos Islands Is seeking a Mechanic Helper Duties: High skill in mechanic auto, gasoline, Diesel. Excellent knowledge of mechanical, electrical and electronic components of vehicles To work 6 days a week Salary is $6.50 per hour Please Contact: 946-2312 or email bighulk_5@hotmail. com This position is new Belonger are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board

Location: 39 Leeside Ave Long Bay, Providenciales TCI Is seeking a – Carpenter Duties: Able to construct and repair building frameworks and structures such as stairways, doorframes, partitions, and rafters made from wood and other materials Also capable of installing kitchen cabinets, siding, and drywall Salary is $6.25 hourly Must be able to work 6 days a week Please Contact: 1(649)346-6479 This position is New Belonger are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board

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Real Madrid Foundation host Football Clinics for youth in TCI

By Todeline Defralien

Turks and Caicos Islands children and coaches sharpened their skills during a week-long Real Madrid Foundation Football Clinic from January 13th- January 14th.

Hosted in Providenciales at the Turks & Caicos Islands Football Association (TCIFA) Stadium , the continued partnership with Beaches Resorts and The Sandals Foundation brings a series of soccer clinics to Turks & Caicos.

Some 40 children and close to 15 local coaches benefited from the second series of football clinics hosted through a partnership between Sandals Resorts International, Beaches Resorts, The Sandals Foundation, and The Real Madrid Foundation, the social entity of the Real Madrid C.F., to develop its social commitment through education, integration and cooperation programs.

Liz Kaiser, Director of partnership, marketing for Beaches

Resorts & The Sandals Foundation told The SUN, these clinics will give children the opportunity to empower themselves through sports.

“We’ve brought in over 40 children from the community to learn the tricks and the trades from the Real Madrid Foundation, which is the social arm of the Real Madrid Foundation academy. These kids have been fortunate enough to learn things like skills training, confidence, team work and I think self control which is great and it gives them opportunity to empower themselves all through sports, which is something that is very important to both the Sandals Foundation, Beaches Resorts and the Real Madrid Foundation,” said Kaiser.

She added: “This partnership has been two years in the making; we’ve reached out to Real Madrid and we know that football is a universal sport and it is very popular in the Caribbean and it was important to bring to us and form a partnership. We’re the world’s best resort company and we would like to realign with the best football academy and this

partnership does that. It brings these coaches here and gives kids a wonderful opportunity. Tomorrow (January 15th) we’re also going to have about close to 25 local coaches participating in a coach’s clinic which will pass on these skills so that they can continue to mentor and train kids both on the field and off the field.”

Kaiser also said there were some great strengths and weaknesses shown by the children that with time will be improved.

“The kids have been fantastic.

They are tough and they have really strong skills and a passion for the sport which I think will take them far. The self control part is something that comes with age, and I think that is what the coaches are starting to teach them and the importance of team work. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity and when you say Real Madrid, it speaks volumes.

In the United States soccer is becoming more popular, yes American football is popular but in the Caribbean and worldwide it’s football and soccer. It is

Coaches, James McAnally- General Manager, Beaches Turks and Caicos Resort Villages and Spa and the youth that participated a universal sport and I think that these kids are excited and most importantly learn from such great coaches and that is a wonderful opportunity that they will never forget,” she explained.

The clinic targeted local youth from age twelve (12) and under.

The Real Madrid Foundation Football clinics were first executed in Jamaica in April 2019 and brought together some 50 local children.

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Blessed Woods admits age is affecting his game

Tiger Woods has acknowledged age is increasingly affecting his game but said on Tuesday he was in a good place as he bids for a record-breaking 83rd PGA Tour victory in Torrey Pines this week.

The American, who makes his season debut at the Farmers Insurance Open on Thursday, said he was blessed to be competing after back injuries threatened to end his storied career.

“When I was younger, I had more good days than bad,” Woods told reporters on a cloudy day at the oceanside course.

“Now that I’m 44, I feel more bad days than I do good days.

I think all of you who are my age or older can relate to that,” he said with a smile.

“That’s the hardest part of being an older athlete.”

The 15-time major champion said he did not get bogged down thinking about what might have been if injuries and surgeries had not sidelined him for stretches of his career.

“There were a number of years where I didn’t compete and

didn’t play so those were some missed opportunities,” he said.

“But granted, I’m playing again now so these are blessed opportunities. I didn’t think I would have these.”

Despite his veteran status, Woods said keeping his cool was a key to his success since he can no longer overpower the field with his driver like he did in his prime.

“Managing adrenaline takes a little bit of time,” said Woods, who matched Sam Snead’s longheld record of 82 PGA Tour wins at the Zozo Championship in October.

“I’m so amped up to play that I really have to dumb myself down. Sometimes I need to take a step back and calm down before I’m ready.”

Woods marveled at being paired this week with 22-year-old rising star Collin Morikawa, who was not even born when Woods turned professional.

“That’s one of the neat things about this sport. It does not just encompass a few years,” he said.

“To be considered a good player in football, maybe you can get to a decade of playing in

Tiger Woods plays a tee shot on the 7th hole during The Challenge: Japan Skins golf competition at Accordia Golf Narashino Country Club.` the league. Here we’re measured by decades played, which is very different.

“Arnold (Palmer) and Jack (Nicklaus) and Gary (Player) have been pro for over 50 years.

“It’s a different sport but it’s neat to see the young kids come out.”

World number six Woods this week will battle a star-studded field including defending champion Justin Rose, four-times major winner Rory McIlroy and three-times major winner Jordan Spieth.

49ers and Chiefs to clash in Super Bowl after conference wins

Raheem Mostert rushed for four touchdowns as the San Francisco 49ers beat Green Bay 37-20 to book a spot in the Super Bowl where they will face Kansas City, who advanced to the NFL championship game for the first time in 50 seasons with a 35-24 win over Tennessee on Sunday.

Kansas City quarterback Patrick Mahomes was instrumental in their victory in the American Football Conference championship game, breaking the Titans’ backs with a dazzling 27-yard first-half touchdown run as the Chiefs overcame a 10-0 deficit.

Mahomes, who also threw three touchdown passes, gave the Chiefs their first lead at 21-17 with the tackle-breaking run with 11 seconds left in the opening half.

They went on to dominate the second half, chalking up their eight consecutive win to earn a berth in Feb. 2 Super Bowl to be played in Miami.

Kansas City has not been to the title game since January 1970 when they defeated the Minnesota Vikings 23-7 in the fourth Super Bowl.

“It’s amazing. It really is,” Mahomes said.

“To be here, to be a part of Chiefs Kingdom and to be able to do it here at Arrowhead, these people deserve it. And, we’re not done yet. We are going to get it (the Super Bowl title).

Tennessee, the surprise package of the playoffs with a sixth seed, scored the game’s first 10 points on a field goal and Derrick Henry’s four-yard run.

But the Chiefs, as they had

in overcoming the Houston Texans’ 24-0 advantage last weekend, rallied behind their quarterback.

Mahomes’ toss to wide receiver Tyreek Hill on a jet sweep brought the Chiefs within 10-7 before Tennessee scored on a oneyard pass from Ryan Tannehill to massive tackle Dennis Kelly.

The Chiefs rolled for the next 28 points.

Hill caught 20-yard pass from Mahomes and the quarterback added his key touchdown run, tiptoeing along the sidelines at times.

“When they are getting double-teamed and there are only three men rushing, and our line are blocking, it gives me room where I can run,” Mahomes said.

Damien Williams then rushed into the end zone on a threerun and Mahomes threw his third touchdown of the game on a 60yard play to Sammy Watkins.

Tennessee finally showed signs of life on Tannehill’s 22-yard pass to Anthony Firkser with four minutes left, but it was too late for the Titans.

In the National Football Conference championship game in San Francisco, the 49ers relied on the running game to build a 27-0 lead and took a 34-7 lead into the Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick fourth quarter.

Mahomes (15) celebrates after beating the

Mostert became the first Tennessee Titans in the AFC Championship NFL player with four rushing Game at Arrowhead Stadium. touchdowns in a conference championship game as he scored `and lost a fumble, rallied the Packers on runs of 36, nine, 18 and 22 yards, to within 34-20 as they scored twice running for 220 yards in total. to open the fourth.

Green Bay quarterback But Robbie Gould’s third Aaron Rodgers, who had 326 yards field goal for San Francisco ended passing but was intercepted twice the scoring.

Athletes at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics will sleep on eco-friendly recyclable cardboard beds

Athletes at the 2020 Olympic Games will sleep on cardboard beds

Excitement is currently building for Tokyo 2020, with people all over the world planning their trips to Japan’s bustling capital city to experience the exhilaration of the Olympic and Paralympic Games in person when they kick off in July. As always, there is great interest in the daily lives of the athletes that compete, and this week the Olympic Village unveiled the rooms that they will be sleeping in, which come complete with recyclable cardboard beds.

Designed to be eco-friendly and recyclable, the beds have already drummed up interest all over the world, with people wondering will cardboard be sturdy and comfortable enough for elite athletes competing at the top of their game. According to Takashi Kitajima, general manager of the Athletes Village, the beds are more than adequate. Speaking to The Associated Press, Kitajima said, “those beds can stand up to 200 kilograms. They are stronger than wooden beds.” Taking into account the fact that excitable athletes may be celebrating success, he added that the beds would break if jumped on, but was sure to point out that this was also the case with wood.

The bed frames are due to be recycled into paper products following the end of the Olympic and Paralympic Games, while the mattresses can be transformed into plastic products. With the Games set to kick off on 24 July, the rooms are due to be completed in June.

According to the organisers, this year is the first case that bedding will be made of recyclable material. Construction is currently underway on additional accommodation, with plans to sell the units off afterwards.

This year, Airbnb was named as an official partner of the Olympic Games under a nine-year, five-Game partnership. The scheme will see the company providing accommodation, cutting down some of the need for new infrastructures. As part of the partnership, Airbnb will run experiences that give members of the public a chance to get a glimpse of how athletes prepare for the Games.

Rambo Construction 95

Location: Blue Hills Bay Road, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands Seeking 12 – Masons - $12.00 per hour 8 Carpenters - $12.00 per hour 6- Semi Carpenters - $ 9.00 per hour 10 Labourers - $ 7.00 per hour 6 Cleaning Ladies/Domestic Workers - $ 6.50 per hour Carpenters must be able to cut, or shape wood, plastic, and other materials Labourer’s duties include cleaning and preparing a job site, loading and delivering materials, and using a variety of tools and machines Duties include keeping the work place tidy: sweeping, mopping or washing of the floors, sinks, toilets, tubs, garage entry way, and counters To work 6 days per week Please Contact: 346-6455 Some of these positions are new 8 of these position are renewals (Cleaning Ladies/ Domestic Workers/Carpenters and Mason) Interested Turks and Caicos Islander applicants must send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board

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Warriors’ Steph Curry says ‘no setbacks’ in rehab from broken left hand

It’s the question that rehabilitation process. has been on the minds of many “Rehab is going great, every Warriors fans over the past few day is tough,” Curry told Kelenna months: When will star point guard Azubuike and Bob Fitzgerald.

Steph Curry return to the lineup?

“When you’re hurt, and we’ve all

Curry has been out since been there in some way shape or Oct. 30 after suffering a broken left form, its a grind, everyday kind of hand in a loss to the Phoenix Suns. being monotonous with the little

During his sideline analyst strength workouts you have to do, debut in Saturday night’s matchup and you understanding that it takes against the Orlando Magic, Curry time and patience to get back to provided a vague look into his 100 percent.”

While details were limited, Curry did provide one positive nugget Warriors fans can cling to.

“I’ve been making progress,” Curry explained. “No setbacks which is definitely encouraging to get back to 100 percent as soon as possible.”

That date can’t come soon enough in a season that has been rife with bad news for fans of the Warriors’ Steph Curry Warrio

More seasoned, less fearless, Osaka set for Australian Open defense

Naomi Osaka has learned to appreciate her victories more after enduring the “toughest” year of her fledging career and the Japanese world number three says mentally she is in a better place to launch her Australian Open title defense.

Osaka started 2019 by winning her second straight Grand Slam title in Melbourne following her success at the 2018 U.S. Open but suffered early exits at Roland Garros and Wimbledon.

The 22-year-old also lost her top ranking before disappointing in her U.S. Open title defense.

“I feel in a better head space though, compared to where I was after I lost Brisbane last year,” Osaka told reporters, referring to her semifinal defeat to Lesia Tsurenko in the Brisbane International, a warm-up event for Melbourne Park.

“But honestly, last year was the toughest year of my life, so I would hope it gets better.”

Osaka regained some confidence towards the end of the season by claiming the Pan Pacific Open and China Open titles.

Her path in Melbourne could bring a third-round meeting with seven-times Grand Slam winner Venus Williams or rising American Coco Gauff, who play each other on Monday, while 2017 U.S. Open champion Sloane

49ers to clash with Chiefs in Super Bowl

Naomi Osaka attends a news conference Stephens awaits as a possible fourthround opponent.

“For me now, I do feel like I’m a bit more seasoned, even though I’m still relatively young, per se,” said Osaka, who takes on Czech Marie Bouzkova in her opening round at the Rod Laver Arena on Monday.

“But I think every year I get more comfortable on the tour, so hopefully that somewhat translates into my matches. Last year I feel like I was young. I was just this young kid that was going out.

“My goal was to win, and I wasn’t going to let anything stop me. I feel like now I appreciate more every single win because I know

what it took to get it. I think maybe last year I was a little bit more fearless.”

In December, Osaka named her third coach of the year in Belgian Wim Fissette, who guided Kim Clijsters to three Grand Slam titles and who has also worked with major winners Simona Halep, Petra Kvitova and Angelique Kerber.

Asked what she expected from the partnership with Fissette, Osaka said: “Just knowledge. I think he’s had a lot of experience with previous players.

“I feel like it’s been working out well, even though we’ve played one tournament together.”

Tennessee Titans tight end Anthony Firkser (86) catches a touchdown pass against Tennessee Titans running back David Fluellen (32) during the second half in the AFC Championship Game at Arrowhead Stadium.

The San Francisco 49ers will meet the Kansas City Chiefs in next month’s Super Bowl after they won their conference championships on Sunday.

The 49ers crushed the Green Bay Packers 3720 behind Raheem Mostert’s four touchdown runs and the Chiefs, with quarterback Patrick Mahomes throwing for three touchdowns and running for another, defeated the Tennessee Titans 35-24.

The Super Bowl is set for Feb. 2 in Miami.

Conor McGregor blasts Cerrone in 40 seconds in UFC return

Conor McGregor came back with a big bang.

McGregor stopped Donald Cerrone with a head kick and punches 40 seconds into the first round at UFC 246 on Saturday night, announcing his return to mixed martial arts with his first victory since 2016.

The Irish former two-division champion came out of a three-year stretch of relative inactivity and outsidethe-cage troubles with a performance that echoed his greatest fights during his unparalleled rise.

After bloodying Cerrone’s nose with his first punch, McGregor (22-4) then floored Cerrone (36-14) only 20 seconds into the bout with a perfectly placed left kick to the head. He mercilessly finished on the ground to the delight of a sellout crowd of 19,040 at T-Mobile Arena.

“I feel really good, and I came out of here unscathed,” McGregor said.

“I’m in shape. We’ve got work to do to get back to where I was.”

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McGregor’s hand hadn’t been raised in victory since November 2016, when he stopped lightweight Eddie Alvarez to become the first fighter in UFC history to hold two championship belts simultaneously. With his fame and fortune multiplying, McGregor fought only his boxing match with Floyd Mayweather in 2017, and he lost a onesided UFC bout to lightweight champion

have scoffed, the 31-year-old McGregor believes he can reclaim the fearsome form he showed during his meteoric rise to unprecedented MMA success.

He won 15 consecutive fights during a five-year run from low-profile shows in Dublin to the world’s biggest MMA events, stopping five straight elite UFC opponents with punches on the way up.

McGregor walked to the cage at UFC 246 with the Irish flag wrapped around his shoulders. The bearded fighters touched gloves beforehand in an extension of this bout’s unfailing sportsmanship — not always a hallmark of McGregor’s previous bouts.

Conor McGregor hits Donald “Cowboy” Cerrone during a UFC 246 welterweight mixed martial arts bout After the referee stopped the Saturday, Jan. 18, 2020, in Las Vegas. bout, McGregor peeled away briefly Khabib Nurmagomedov in late 2018. a mark that reflects both his durability to celebrate, but quickly returned to

After a year spent out of and commitment to an uncommonly comfort his disoriented opponent. competition and in repeated trouble with busy schedule. Cerrone, who also holds When Cerrone’s grandmother, Jerry, the law, McGregor got back into training the UFC record with 16 stoppage wins, entered the cage after the fight to hug and vowed to return to elite form. This had fought a whopping 11 times since her grandson, McGregor also hugged dramatic victory over Cerrone indicated McGregor’s win over Alvarez, and he was Jerry and got a kiss on the cheek.

Even after his prolonged absence he’s well on his way, and McGregor has in the cage for the 15th time since he vowed to fight multiple times in 2020. lost his only UFC title shot in December — or maybe because of it — McGregor’s return is expected to be a huge seller Welterweight champion 2015.

Kamaru Usman and veteran brawler But Cerrone’s last two fights on pay-per-view. The UFC said it made Jorge Masvidal watched UFC 246 from were stopped when he took too more than $11 million in ticket sales at cageside. Either man could be McGregor’s much damage, and he couldn’t block T-Mobile Arena for the fourth-biggest next opponent.

McGregor’s decisive kick or recover from gate total in the promotion’s history.

An eager sellout Vegas crowd

“Any one of these mouthy fools the punishment on the ground. can get it,” McGregor yelled into the “I’d never seen anything like showed up in person, with celebrities Matthew McConaughey, microphone. “Every single one of them that,” Cerrone said. “He busted my nose, including can get it. It does not matter. I’m back it started bleeding, and he stepped back Jeremy Renner and Dave Bautista, along and I’m ready.” and head-kicked me. Oh, man. This with NFL stars Tom Brady, Christian McCaffrey, Baker Mayfield, Myles Garrett

Cerrone is the winningest happened this fast?” fighter in UFC history with 23 victories, Although many observers and Jon Gruden.

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