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– Gov’t and Opposition upset but not surprised

In what many members of the House of Assembly have called “unsurprising” PAGE the United Kingdom government has finally responded to the TCI’s 5 recommendations for constitutional amendments with an emphatic no.

Record breaking lobster season PAGE  15 opens Two of the workers at Provo Seafood hold up a couple of the spiny crustacean catches of the day

Who is really paying for SIPT protection? 4

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Trio takes on airport land dispute PAGE  4

Building PAGE 12 Materials launches tile showroom

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Who is really paying for SIPT protection?

– House members question

By Delana Isles WHERE is the money coming from to pay the current security personnel for members of the Special Investigation and Prosecution Team (SIPT) was the question this week during the House of Assembly session on Tuesday (August 18).

Questions were raised following Premier Rufus Ewing’s declaration two Thursdays ago that the Government will not be giving a requested $4.3 million to the team for their protection.

However, taking a slightly different tack this week, and providing more clarity to the refusal, Ewing told members of the House that the elected members of Cabinet can only make recommendations on a course of action to the head of Cabinet, the Governor Peter Beckingham.

He said the request ought to have been included in the Supplementary Expenditure for the SIPT, a bill which was passed in the House on Monday, minus that item.

“The recent expenditure is for the provision of close protection officers and the security to the members of the SIPT as it was stated that the risk profiling of those individuals and that is the extent of the details that I have with regard to that request so I can’t go into any more details other than just that and since no further information was forthcoming and the information that we received.

“We did not think that that was part of our policy or priority, that particular expenditure request – we can’t deny anything in Cabinet, the most we can do is advise the

Governor in Cabinet to not consent to the request.”

He added that this is what he and his ministers did, as they did not consider it favourably and therefore asked that the Governor deny the request.

As reported by the Weekly News last week, Governor Beckingham confirmed that the matter is being discussed with the Government, the Foreign and Commonwealth Office, and the Commissioner of Police for provision of security around the forthcoming corruption trial in December.

Beckingham stated that to ensure that the trials can proceed in an orderly and safe manner, there will need for additional security costs both before and during the trials.

Details of these costs will be made available to TCIG, the House of Assembly and the public in due course, the Governor’s office had advised.

It was previously acknowledged by the Premier that the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) has the authority to allocate the funds requested, in spite of the refusal by the elected members of Cabinet.

On Monday, when asked by the Government Appointed Member, Ruth Blackman if the threat to the SIPT was credible, Premier Ewing maintained that he is not aware as he is not privy to that information.

Further questioning, this time by the Leader of the Opposition Sharlene Cartwright Robinson, as to how the cost of present security for the SIPT is being met led the Premier to say that he is not aware of how these costs are being covered.

Andrew Mitchell, SIPT Prosecutor

Helen Garlick, SIPT head

“My darkness has not been enlightened anymore since my press conference so I am not aware of how these costs are being met and I would imagine, in addition to our internal investigation, the Expenditure Committee and whatever other committees there are, such as the Public Accounts

Committee can assist in this regard as well.”

He said there have been no further developments on the issue following Cabinet’s refusal, but what he does know is that expenditures are being incurred and at some point in time, somebody has to pay for it and that the money has to come from

Radio talk show host, Dr Edward Smith, Reverend Courtney Missick and businessman Gilbert Selver take on airport land dispute

somewhere.

“So I will remain alert in trying to determine and decipher how that additional expenditure for an additional programme, which as far as I am concerned did not comply with the procurement ordinance or the PFM, will be expended,” he said.

On August 6, Ewing announced to the media that Cabinet had denied the additional $4.3million to the SIPT, as they had already been allocated substantial amounts of money, none of which they have ever given proper account for.

In the present budget, the team has been allocated $8 million - $4 million for the prosecution and another $4 million for legal aid.

“We the elected members of Cabinet categorically refused and denied that expenditure because we did not have sufficient justification for the expenditure given [our] concerns… and not having any information as to where the expenditure was going towards,” Ewing said at the time.

Chief Justice Margaret Ramsay Hale

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THE AIRPORT land dispute came up again this past week, with a talk show host, a reverend and a local businessman calling for a reversal of the Chief Justice’s decision not to hear the case and for her to remove herself from the case.

Radio talk show host, Dr Edward Smith, Reverend Courtney Missick and businessman Gilbert Selver on Wednesday (August 19) called on Chief Justice Margaret Ramsay Hale to recuse herself while at the same time accused the Government of deceiving the public in the land deal.

The dispute land, upon which M Avaition now sits, has been the centre of much controversy, with the latest action in the matter being an appeal of the CJ’s decision in April this year not to hear a case brought

by Lyndon Gardiner, CEO of Provo Air Centre.

Gardiner wants a review into the legality of Crown land acquired by M Aviation from the TCI Airport

Authority, for a fixed based operation (FBO).

The request was denied on the basis that the company filed its application out of time; even as the company has claimed that most of the alleged wrongdoings were discovered after the required allowed time for filing.

The Court of Appeal is expected to hear the case soon.

This past week, Smith, Missick and Selver told the press that they would like to see a review of what really went down with the airport land deal, and that it is in the best interest of the CJ to remove herself so that this can be done.

“We are dealing with this as citizens of this country, there are business men involved – Shaun Malcolm, Lyndon Gardiner and John Smith who is in charge of the airportbut the citizens of this country are being deceived.

“I want the public to understand,

we are not here trying to hold up anybody’s private interest, we doing this as citizens,” Dr Smith pointed out.

Missick appealed to the public for whatever financial support they can provide to the trio to fight the case: “We need your financial support to pursue the matter, with the UK and in the courts in the fight to take back our land.”

The trio maintained that they want the Government to do what is right for the people of the country.

The disputed land was initially granted to two Belongers –Shaun Malcolm and Joshua Harvey – by former Governor Gordon Wetherell in May 2011.

The two men had at the time of the grant, entered into an agreement with the principals behind M Aviation – Mortimer Sackler and Michel Neutelings, both of Amanyara Resort - for the operation of an FBO at the airport, which eventually soured.

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UK says no to constitutional change – Gov’t and Opposition upset but not surprised

By Delana Isles IN WHAT many members of the House of Assembly have called “unsurprising” the United Kingdom government has finally responded to the TCI’s recommendations for constitutional amendments with an emphatic no.

On Monday (August 17), Speaker of the House Robert Hall read the contents of a letter forwarded to Governor Peter Beckingham in July

by Grant Shapps, Minister of State in the Foreign and Commonwealth Office of the United Kingdom.

“As you will see this letter is the UK government’s response to the House of Assembly motion this year about the Constitutional Review Committee report.

“As the minister indicates, the UK government recognises the importance of continuing to reflect on the constitutional relationship and I would be pleased to help continue that dialogue with the committee or any other body which the House or Government nominates,” the Governor’s letter to Hall stated.

Below is the full text of Shapps reply, dated July 30, 2015, as read by the Speaker of the House: “On January 28, 2015, the House of Assembly debated and passed Government motion one of 2015 relating to the adoption of the constitutional review committee report that was produced in November 2014.

“I have now had time to consider the report and its recommendations and would be grateful if you would kindly convey to the House the contents of this letter by way of the UK government’s formal response.

“I’m grateful for the diligence with which the committee set about its work and would like to thank the members of the committee for the time they spent researching and compiling this review.

“I noted the arrangements that

were made for the public consultation meetings that attracted 269 people alongside the media coverage that highlighted the committee’s work; in addition I noted that the number of private meetings and written submissions helped to inform the committee’s recommendations.

“The foreword to the report sets the context to the report which led to the drafting of the current Constitution.

“I agree with the committee that we need to move on from the past, but that does not mean that we should forget the lessons learned, one of the key lessons was the need to put in place a series of robust checks and balances to ensure that TCI meets international recognised standards of good governance, the rule of law and sound financial management.

“The present Constitution and related legislation have been and continue to be important instruments to live a positive change in TCI. “The turnaround in TCI’s economy over recent years has been remarkable; of course it was driven in part by increase in tourists’ numbers but it’s also the result of the hard work that was done in TCI to reframe this Constitution and put in place the measures highlighted above.

“I appreciate that this has not been an easy process, however the results speak for themselves – governance continues to improve, TCI’s international image and reputation is improving and the territory now presents a much more investor friendly environment.

“I am confident that the stability and certainty provided by the Constitution will prove invaluable as TCI seeks further investment in the months and years ahead.

“Our strategy is to ensure that constitutional arrangements work effectively to promote the best interest of the territories and of the UK.

Premier Rufus Ewing

Speaker of the House Robert Hall

“The constitution in its existing form, provides a robust platform to deliver that strategy; the UK government recognises that it is important to continue to reflect on the constitutional relationship, that is why the work of this committee is so important and we would ensure that a dialogue on these issues is sustained with TCI and the overseas territories that wish to engage.

“It is against this background that I have accessed the committee’s report and have concluded that to amend the constitution in ways proposed would risk the hard won progress that was made, I do not believe that this is a risk that we can afford to take.”

Responding to the letter, the Speaker told members of the House on Monday that he finds the response from the United Kingdom to the deliberations of the House to be quite insulting and a slap in the face “that in this day and time a couple gentlemen would sit in London and basically tell us what’s good for us”.

Hall added: “I am literally tired of people peeing on my foot and making me think it’s rain. I am reminded of the saying ‘The more things change, the more they remain the same.’”

He called on all of the political parties to come together made a

concerted call to the UK government for a change in policy towards the TCI. “This is not about PDM, PNP, or PDA, this is about Turks and Caicos and so I am going to suggest, I am one of those who have always been cautious with regard to our approach for independence, calling for time and dialogue but it’s coming to the stage… We cannot be content for somebody in England who doesn’t know us, and someone who doesn’t even come down here to get a feeling or see what’s happening on the ground to constantly tell us how we must live in our own country,” he said.

The Speaker pointed out that mistakes are made everywhere, and for the British to say that the TCI must learn from the lessons from the past as if they are perfect while the all of the TCI is corrupt, is detestable.

In his response to the UK missive, Premier Rufus Ewing stated: “I stand flabbergasted over the audacity of the British government to see it in their wisdom to think that they can sit up in White Hall and send a letter totally denying the people of the Turks and Caicos Islands the right to self-determination.”

He stated that the recommendations contained in the

report are in themselves a form of self-determination.

“If we are unable to get through and have approved some simple recommendations that in no way change substantially the Constitution as it stands – maybe we should have asked for much much more because now we have to go and fight, fight for things that I think that are small because there are much bigger battles when it comes to constitutional changes that we have to fight in the future, including for the ultimate step towards independence.”

He noted that the insinuation in the letter that a poor turnout (269 people) is indicative that the report does not have the support of the people of the country is false.

“I am sure that the people when they know that this House represents them, the entire TCI stands on matters like that and will stand behind the decisions of this House,” he added.

The Premier further noted that at the time when Kate Sullivan was conducting her constitutional review, there may have been a larger turnout because people had a reason to turn out – they felt that the constitution as they know it was in jeopardy, and to leave the country in the hands of the British was to jeopardise their future.

“So we had to turn out in our numbers to make sure that they did not do what we didn’t want them to do; but they still went ahead and did what we did not want them to do.

“They did not do one stroke of the pen to change our Constitution in our favour – we in this country believe in the rule of law, we believe in sound financial management, so the recommendations that we made for change in no way erode those particular principles of good governance and rule of law.

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August 22 - 28, 2015

A Weekly News column that puts you on the spot for your opinions on the issues of the day

More money for SIPT?

THE SIPT has requested an additional $4.3 million from TCIG, but the Rufus Ewing administration has refused to channel anymore funds until the body can account for money already spent.

“We the elected members categorically refused and denied that expenditure because we did not have sufficient justification given [our concerns] and not having any information as to where the expenditure was going towards,” Ewing told press recently.

What are your thoughts?

Good decision

Very good decision. There must be transparency and accountability.

SIPT MUST give an account for every penny already used before more monies can be approved.

A real shame

I am sick and tired of this colonial rape! Ask SIPT and England what they have done for the TCI lately?

Only the king and his horses can benefit - they don’t want to secure or pay our local lawyers, it’s a next bloody shame this here is mates. Let’s all say NO!

Don’t trust Rufus

You can’t trust the PNP especially under Rufus. So they should be asked to produce the correspondence for the request of funds before you believe anything the PNP say.

But what was revealing is that they admitted that SIPT has only cost $36 million over six years and what was further revealing is that the TCIG has only been asked to pay for 50 percent of this figure.

All the while the PNP has been claiming that SIPT has been costing $3 million a month!

Was this done to try and fool and mislead the TCI people?

If they didn’t get those facts right all these years how can we believe anything the PNP says regarding the figures especially when their motives are suspicious when it comes to this issue.

Above the law

Accountability and justification of spending should be the order of the day for all public funds.

It is a standard the TCI continues to hear the UK tout as precious and civilised, and it is a standard the UK should therefore be no less keen to deliver.

It is amazing to me that this was not offered, at the very least, on an annual basis. I believe it is preposterous that our elected Government has had to ask for this information.

The world has changed and demands greater transparency in governance and leadership.

This is not political, racial or impractical, it just makes good sense for people in areas of responsibility to explain where the money went and what the money is achieving.

In fact, it is often hailed as a hallmark of true success and respect.

The lack of this kind of reporting from the SIPT makes the Helen Garlick led probe appear to believe it is above the law, above financial accountability and insensitive to the understandable desire of the people of the TCI to want to know the strides and whether this special investigation is making any headway.

It is very expensive, but even if it were not, the people of the Turks and Caicos Islands deserve to know - forensically - how these millions are being spent and whether or not the 'investment' is reaping results.

The Foreign and Commonwealth Office should stand behind this request of our elected Government.

Last ditch efforts

Tricky Micky’s last gasp!

Full account needed

The politicians may have been involved in corruption (yet - innocent until proven guilty).

Viewed in that light indeed the SIPT should give full account. Simply, we cannot afford to make Garlick any richer at our expense.

Enough. Take them to trial at the UK’s expense, since the UK professes a need to clean up Her Majesty’s colony, or end the charade now.

Let the UK pay!

Enough is enough! Let the Brits pay for any more. Our chance of recovery of this is nil.

The FCO and the Governor were the ones who let them away with all this. Why are they not paying?

The ultimate responsibility is with the FCO!

SIPT doesn’t need to explain to Rufus

Our understanding of the constitution is that the administration is not responsible for the administration of justice.

Certainly a Special Investigation and Prosecution Team brought in to investigate the Premier’s party does not owe Rufus or any of the Progressive National Party an explanation for its finances or anything else.

SIPT is investigating PNP not the reverse!

Ewing has given SIPT a difficult time since he took office trying time and again to evict them from their office in the NIB building.

The PNP has complained about the cost of the SIPT over and over but it is the PNP that has kept SIPT here for three or four extra years by stalling the trials.

Garlick was ready in 2012.

Security threat is real, thanks to PNP

There must be concern for the safety of the SIPT group. It was Rufus Ewing and all the PNP now in Government or going to court that blocked the Airport Road and halted inbound flights on another occasion.

Due to the rude examples set by the PNP, armed criminals are hiding everywhere.

The TCI was a peaceful place when I was a child, student and part of the Government team.

Washy says they are rolling in money so protect the prosecutors so we can start to heal our country.

If there is trouble at the courthouse the media might get excluded from the trials.

Maybe this is what the PNP wants!

Who will be protected?

I would hope that the noted SIPT British lawyers and QCs in their great wisdom and knowledge will have demanded that these people like Butch Stewart, Jak Civre, and Richard Padgett take the stand so as to allow the judge to hear the truth from the horse’s mouth and judge justly.

However if the noted SIPT British lawyers and QCs stupidly breached the Magna Carta signed by our sovereign and simply sold justice, which is forbidden, and let these individuals and their companies off scot free for money, I for one cannot see how anyone else can be asked to take the stand in these cases, as this would be patently unfair, unjust and wrong.

Furthermore I am sure that the general public, our TCI legal experts and even controversial judge Harrison specially brought in from Jamaica to hear these SIPT cases will agree whole heartedly with me.

More trouble to come, maybe?

$4.3 million is a large amount for SIPT security. This must be the cost to send a couple of British warships and a quantity of troops.

SIPT must anticipate trouble and are finished fooling around.

Will the evidence to be presented draw more than those charged into the SIPT net?

Political gimmicks, nothing more

The current Government has not accounted for the past three annual budgets, and we do not hear the politicians or the general public for that fact cry!

Nor do we hear the reviewer of public accounts - the official Opposition, object; they merely acquiesce to the behest of favour.

That position and behaviour is welcomed by the Government as they are in cahoots and implicit.

The $4.3 million additional allocation is mere pittance compared to the millions/ billions of dollars that are at stake here.

More-so, the need to guarantee the accused (friends, families, enemies, and the country’s last Chief Minister and first Premier) the rightful opportunity to face their accusers in a court-room setting that is expected to be ‘safe’ in every respect.

The funds are to ensure safety of all, judges lawyers and accused, as well as the general public.

Is that what the Premier, the preacher and the pretenders want?

Trials and ‘prosecutions’ are costly, but defences, denials and ‘persecutions’ are death sentences and mortal.

Pre-elections posturing

It is important at this stage that the Hon Premier and his Government, the Opposition, all demand that the SIPT provide sufficient justification for where the expenditure was going towards.

The issue remains financial and constitutional. Also the public must remain aware and vigilant to the realisation that we have now entered the usual election year silly season and these games, semantics, are usual and critical.

We as voters, citizens and all are here to be misled, deceived and tricked with election year games.

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Illegal developments in Five Cays to be addressed THE LONG bemoaned problem of the proliferation of illegal structures in Five Cays was raised in the House of Assembly this week, with the elected member accusing the Government of neglect and incompetence.

Sean Astwood, representative for Five Cays, told members of the House on Monday (August 17), that there seems to be no motivation or willingness on the part of the Government to address the issue, despite it being raised on several occasions.

“I don’t know if it is a lack of competence, lack of willingness or lack of resources but there is a lack of something why this problem continues to persist in our country and to this date we see no solution in sight,” the member said.

He further alleged: “I see no real efforts on the part of the Government to pay attention to this issue and one of the reasons why I am bringing it up it seems to be the source of denying my community one of the biggest projects that we as a community would have experienced.”

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are making? Can they be efficient if people they want to put in court are untouchable? Can they reach their goal if they receive enough funds?

If any answer of the above is yes, they need to receive all the monies needed, the image of TCI justice system is at stake.

It is not justice if the ‘battle’ depends on funds availability.

have no initiative or control over finances collected from the public, wherein, the Chief Financial Officer remains unusually and unduly incumbent in the constitution to decide who gets what and when monies get spent.

Basically the SIPT can ask the CFO for the money and the Premier fully knows that the SIPT already has the money. TCI leaders have to stop these Hilary Clinton games.

Agreed!

Well clap our hands and sing. First time I can agree 100 percent with Hon Ewing.

Not another dollar, not a red penny, No! No! Not one.

If they don't like that, let them quit. We could have been better off without all this. Let it go already.

Nothing fruitfully gained to the country has come out of this investigation. Time to move on.

Let them have it, for justice’s sake

If SIPT represents justice and is really doing its job - sending to jail those who deserve and get those who did nothing wrong free - THEN they are showing the world the TCI is a place like any other in the world where crime is punished.

If that is the case then SIPT need to receive any necessary funds, we all know justice is not cheap.

Especially if people they are chasing are rich and receive full support from all levels.

The real question would be on efficiency: is SIPT really doing a good job?

Can we assess the progress they

Will they ‘steal’ our money?

The Premier should be congratulated on his stand.

Notwithstanding that Her Majesty’s Government has the power to order the country to pay these additional amounts, doing so against the will of the local Government makes it look almost like theft!

In addition to having provided no accounting for the funds they have already received, SIPT has a very poor record as far as successful prosecutions are concerned, so one must wonder what value the country is getting for their expenses and our very generous subsidy of the London legal community.

SIPT has admittedly secured recovery of some land for the Crown, although these are of no cash benefit unless and until they are resold – let’s hope next time at something close to true market value - and they have also made some cash settlements (the ones with Mr Civre and Mr Hartling coming most quickly to mind) – but the amounts of those settlements were withheld from publication!

Not only must justice be done, but it must also be seen to be done and, until the details of these settlements are exposed to the light of day, there will always be the question of whether they were fair and justifiable in the circumstances, or were these sweetheart deals, just like under the former administration?

Astwood stated that a halt needs to be called to the problem and the Government needs to take control and responsibility for it.

He further alleged that there may be some form of corruption involved in allowing the problem to continue unchecked when people in authority and every level of Government see the problem, know that a law is being broken, know the ill effects that the situation has on the community and the country at large and nothing is being done to stem the problem.

He maintained that it is troubling that every level of the Government is failing to address the situation.

“I am going to encourage this Government for the very last time to do something about this problem,” Astwood said.

Premier Rufus Ewing responded, stating that while he agrees with Astwood’s concern, the issue of illegal development is not one that can be taken in isolation.

“They are multi-factoral and there is a significant social impact on us as a country and individuals who live in this country as well as those who are impacted, be it Turks and Caicos Islanders or not TC Islanders we need to find out what we are going to do with them.”

He added that there are also certain frameworks that need to go hand in hand with enabling people to deal with that situation.

“Yes, we need to strengthen our planning capacity whereby

One of the 23 illegal structures in Five Cays demolished back in 2013 by police

members of planning can go out and do surveillance of those buildings to stop developments from being erected in the first place.

“But once they have already established and persons are living in them, you can understand the sensitivity with which you have to approach such matters because some of them are not always illegal, if it were just illegal persons out there I would have no problem whatsoever – we need to deal with these things sensitively, we just can’t allow them to break the law but at the same time we have to look after their welfare.”

The Premier added that a multisector approach will be looked at and that many laws including the immigration law also speaks to this, and also facilitates the Government in executing its duties in this regard.

Minister of Finance, Washington Misick also weighed on the issue.

He stated he had already made overtures to Astwood with regard to the problem, and about having a walk about in the area to access the situation.

Under the tree

“I want to arrange a walk through Five Cays with the Premier, myself and the Attorney General to look at the issues in Five Cays so that we can start to come to a joint decision as to how to approach it.

“We have got beautiful beaches in Five Cays and it’s a shame that we cannot have access to these beaches.”

Misick suggested that a bipartisan approach and position be taken on the issue as it is not one that should be made political.

“I have spoken to the Premier about it and I have mentioned it to the Attorney General and I look forward to doing that walk through the community with you,” he told Astwood.

The minister also noted that there are a lot of people who have expanded their properties in the community, and that he would like to see a task force established to look at those properties that have extended without planning permission, that they are surveyed and fees are charged for the additions that have been made.

By Benneth Williams

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Exam results continue to rise A TOTAL of 78.65 percent of pupils entered for the CSEC exams this year obtained grades I to III – a 2.26 percent rise from last year.

The Ministry of Education, Youth Sports and Library Services congratulated all the successful candidates who sat the May/June 2015 examinations in a press release last Friday (August 14).

Akierra Missick, Deputy Premier and Minister of Education, said: “78.65 percent of the candidates obtained Grades I to III, this represents an increase of 2.26 percentage points, when compared to 2014 pass rate of 76.39.

“The pass rate in 14 of the 29 subjects is over 90 percent and students continue to perform well in the business and technical/vocational subjects.

“It is very important to my Government that we continue to see year on year growth during our term, in order to set a standard that will continue upwards for years to come.

“The ministry continues to improve standards in education by improving laboratories and specialists rooms at the four public high schools, the provision of teaching and learning resources, and funding to support teacher professional development and the introduction of additional subject options and choices in the high school curriculum.”

This year, a total of 2,112 candidates were entered including 764 boys and 1,348 girls.

Out of that total, 1,902 sat exams in various disciplines including mathematics, English-

Subjects (General Proficiency) No. of Students obtaining

Grades I-III Biology Caribbean History Chemistry Clothing & Textiles English B Food and Nutrition French Geography Home Economic Management Information Technology Integrated Science Music

% Passes

40 74.07 30 83.33 25 69.44 33 100 43 87.76 80 91.95 12 70.59 19 86.36 58 98.31 89 95.70 95 94.06 8 100

A&B, sciences, food and home management, technical courses, as well as the arts, modern languages, business, and information technology.

The following overall pass grades were obtained as a percentage of the number of people who sat the examinations - Grade I, 16.40 percent, Grade II, 30.81 percent, and Grade III, 30.97 percent.

In Mathematics General Proficiency, of the 204 candidates, 110 obtained passing grades of I to III. In English A General Proficiency, of the 267 candidates, 167 or 62.55 percent obtained passing grades of I to III. The Ministry of Education will conduct a detailed analysis of the CSEC results for publishing at a later date on the Government website.

Office Administration 45 86.54 Physics 22 51.16 Principles of Accounts 43 91.49 Principles of Business 70 98.59 Religious Education 33 91.67 Social Studies 125 78.62 Spanish 25 89.29 Technical Drawing 29 67.44 Visual Arts 38 90.48 EDPM 109 92.37 Physical Education 31 96.88 Human and Social Biology 51 58.62 Building Technology (Construction): TVET 29 90.63 Building Technology (Woods)TVET 19 95.00 Electrical and Electronics TVET 9 36.00

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those recommendations were just purely cosmetic, almost to try to correct some simple mistakes/oversights or intentional interventions on the part of the British.”

He added that the economic growth and development of the country and investor confidence had nothing to do with the constitution the British government put in place - rather it had to do with things such as the return of the global economy, the Turks and Caicos being the place that persons want to come to naturally, as well as the Government having the will grow the country, grow the economy and create policies even against all odds.

“The one thing the last Constitution did was to create so much bureaucracy that this is becoming one of the most unfriendly investor friendly places because there is so much bureaucracy.

“When I have to sit and see that an MOU or development agreement is taking years to develop because of certain constitutional framework; that’s not investor friendly, those people can take their money and go elsewhere and some of them probably did already,” Ewing pointed out.

He said he does not buy any

part of the letter when it speaks of investor confidence, rule of law and sound financial management and good governance.

“We as a people, we as members of this House of Assembly cannot accept and will not accept the UK’s outright denial of our recommendations for constitutional amendments.

“I am sure the Leader of the Opposition and the Opposition members in the House will agree that we should assemble a bipartisan team to present to the United Kingdom government, for whatever it’s worth, present in person for them to see the wisdom in accepting the recommendations from this House of Assembly.”

He further speculated the British government seem to really want the TCI to go independent, as they are making it easy for the people of the country to fight against them.

“Because little things like these, all it does is stir up our people and motivate our people to fight even more for what they deserve – the right to be heard, the right to selfdetermination.

“So maybe this what they really want, that’s all I can say because I can see that particular letter and that outright denial of some simple recommendations is a slap in the

face of our people and we will fight back, we will fight back,” Ewing concluded.

Meanwhile, Leader of the Opposition Sharlene Cartwright Robinson noted that her party has already agreed to form a bipartisan team with the Government to approach the UK. However, she stated that she is not surprised at the UK’s response.

“We are not flabbergasted or surprised and we are prepared to work along with the Government to engage the British and I pick from this letter that is why the work of this committee is so important.”

She said a dialogue on these issues is very much needed and the Opposition is committed and open to having such.

Many members of the House agreed with the views expressed by both the Premier and the Opposition leader, with the general consensus being that the points raised by Minister Shapps are erroneous and based on misleading foundations.

Elected member for South Caicos, Norman Saunders noted: “The response is more or less what I expected, but I did not expect that they would have been so undiplomatic in expressing it and I’m just sorry we don’t have the opportunity to prove it wrong to him [Shapps] in this House.”

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PDM calls on residents to participate in immigration bill consultation THE OPPOSITION on Thursday (August 20) called on members of the public to attend all public meetings being held by the Government on the Immigration Bill and Turks and Caicos Islander Status Bill.

In a statement to press, the party recalled that they had continuously voted down the Immigration Bill last year due to the Government’s failure to consult on the new provisions that are now presented and which are different from the recommendations of the people contained in three separate reports over the past 11 years.

“Whilst we believe that there is need to reform immigration and all its related areas, we do not believe that real and meaningful consultation should be sacrificed,” the party said.

The Government has announced a consultation period from August 14 to September 7 with a strong online component and the possibility of face

to face consultations if requested.

The PDM elected representatives have made representations over the months and have reduced these representations in writing and submitted to the ministry requesting that public meetings be held on each Island, the release stated.

“We await the ministry’s response.

However we wish to encourage the people of these Islands to call for and attend any stakeholder meetings that they are aware of. Let your voices be heard on this critical issue.

“Immigration - legal and illegal is at the root of this country’s growth and development and or stagnation.

“We are therefore encouraging all residents to participate and ensure that all members of the House of Assembly are fully aware of your positions by September 14 when these two important bills are debated and voted on.”

Register to vote, says elections supervisor ALL eligible people in the Turks and Caicos Islands must register to be able to vote, reminded Supervisor of Elections Dudley Lewis this week.

Current eligible voters or TCI Islanders who will become of voting age (18 years) before the production of the next electors’ register have the opportunity to register.

“The Register of Electors is generally updated on a regular basis to include those who have achieved voting age, who have gained TCI status, who otherwise have become newly eligible (eg. been released from prison) or who move from one electoral district to another,” Lewis said in a press release on Tuesday (August 18).

“The register is also required to exclude formally eligible voters who have died or ceased to meet residential requirements or voter eligibility or persons serving a term of imprisonment for 12 months or more or who has been certified to be insane or who has otherwise been judged to be of unsound mind.

“The Electors List is produced and published January 31 in every

year and the Register of Electors produced and published March 31 in each year.”

The qualifying date for people to register as electors is November 30 each year.

General elections in the Turks and Caicos Islands are scheduled for 2016 and those who want to exercise their democratic right to vote must apply to regulate their status with the Ministry of Border Control.

They must also register with the Elections Department by November 30 to have their names added to the 2016/17 electors’ register that will be used to conduct general elections.

Eligible voters on the present Register of Electors do not need to reapply to be included in the 2016/17 register.

They will be automatically included unless they notify the elections office that they have changed their name or place of residence, or no longer meet the eligibility criteria.

Those who do not register before the qualifying date November 30 will not be permitted to vote in the 2016 general elections.

Public discussions on immigration next week AS PART of public consultation on the TCI Status Bill 2015 and the Immigration Bill 2015, personnel from the Ministry of Border Control and Employment are holding public meetings next week.

The first will take place on Monday, August 24, at 6pm, at the Gustarvus Lightbourne Sports Complex in Providenciales.

Then on Tuesday, August 25, at 6pm, at the Auditorium of the HJ Robinson High School, Grand

Turk.

On Wednesday, August 26, a meeting will be held at 12pm at the Middle Caicos Community Centre, Conch Bar. Also on Wednesday, August 26, at 6pm, the bills will be discussed at the North Caicos Community Centre, Horse Stable Beach.

Then on Thursday, August 27, at 6pm, there will be a meeting at the Regatta Village, South Caicos and on Monday, August 31, at 10am at the Salt Shed, Salt Cay.

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CRIME BLOTTER Bank account hacked

THE ROYAL Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force are investigating a theft at a bank in Providenciales, which was reported to Chalk Sound Police Station on Wednesday, August 19.

The complainant reported to the Financial Crime Unit that a bank account was hacked into and a sum of cash was stolen from a customer.

Investigation into this report is ongoing.

Eight bandits rob and steal car from man

POLICE are investigating a robbery and other criminal acts after responding to a report on Tuesday, August 18, at about 9.20pm of a man being robbed in the vicinity of Noah’s Bar in Five Cays.

It is alleged that a 24-year-old man’s vehicle was struck from behind by a red coloured vehicle twice before the driver was forced off the road.

Eight men, of which two of them were armed with cutlasses then approached and pulled the 24-year-old victim from his car, pointed cutlasses at his face and demanded his valuables.

The men took a sum of cash and his white Toyota Caldina car. The vehicle did not have a license plate. The victim was not harmed.

The vehicle had yet to be found as of today Thursday (August 20).

If anyone knows the location of the stolen vehicle, police are advising that people do not pursue this vehicle or any other vehicle that is believed to be stolen.

If the vehicle is being driven or it is believed that the driver or the vehicle occupants are still nearby, then please call 911 and ask for police.

Police are urging anyone with information in relation to this incident to call Crimestoppers on 1-800-8477.

Information provided will be treated in the strictest of confidence. People should not report crime information via Facebook and Twitter pages.

Several arrested and charged this week

A 26-year-old woman of a Millennium Highway address was arrested for the offence of wounding.

A 53-year-old man from Bambara, Middle Caicos was arrested for the offence of malicious injuries.

A 31-year-old man of a Five Cays address was arrested for the offence of taking motor vehicle without authority in connection to a report made on Wednesday, August 19.

A 17-year-old man from Five Cays was arrested for the offence of possession of a controlled drug namely cannabis.

Armed bandits robbed two different residences the same night

DETECTIVES of the RTCIPF are conducting investigations after two Blue Hills men were robbed in the early hours of Wednesday morning (August 19).

One man, 33, was awakened by a loud noise at about 4.50am; he got out of his bed to investigate the source of the noise.

He was immediately confronted by two masked male intruders standing at about 5ft 2 inches dressed in black.

Both masked men were armed, one with a firearm and the other with a knife.

During the incident, both masked men demanded valuables from the two occupants of the home.

Both suspects fled the scene carrying with them items taken from the home which included two iPhones and the keys to a silver Honda car.

Police searched the area; however, the two masked men were not located.

Another man, a 29-year-old Blue Hills resident, was confronted by two men fitting the description of the two aforementioned intruders, the same morning at about 4am.

The man was awoken by a loud noise and got out of his bed to investigate the source of the noise.

He was immediately confronted by two masked and similarly armed male intruders.

During the incident, both masked men demanded cash from the 29-year-old male.

Both suspects then fled the scene carrying with them items taken from the home which included a gold chain, a silver male bracelet, a BLU cell phone and a sum of cash.

Police searched the area; however, the two masked men were not located.

Inquiries are being conducted into the two incidents and police are appealing for the public’s help in identifying the offenders involved.

Police chase and arrest man who stole from beach goers

A POLICE pursuit on Saturday last (August 15) ended with a 40-year-old man being arrested for theft from a couple on the beach at Pelican Nest.

Police said that the incident occurred at about 1pm, and it has been alleged that the man, described as a dark male about 5 feet 7 inches tall weighing about 180lbs and wearing a light coloured t-shirt and short jean pants with a green towel over his head, stole a yellow beach bag.

The man then ran into a bushy area with the bag and was seen shortly entering into a white Honda Civic car which sped off into a Grace Bay direction.

The matter was reported to police and a nearby patrol responded and located a vehicle fitting the description that was seen leaving the scene of the crime.

Officers signalled to the driver to pull over but he sped off in a western direction along Long Bay Road and officers gave pursuit.

While still in pursuit of the car, the driver turned into The Village in Grace Bay where a male exited the car and he was promptly arrested for theft.

The driver however, managed to elude officers but officers were able to recover all items that were stolen.

The arrested 40-year-old man from Blue Hills was then taken to Chalk Police Station.

Investigations are ongoing.

Several arrested and charged with criminal offences

TWENTY-year-old Nathanelle Louis of Blue Hills was arrested and charged for four counts of removing criminal property from the Turks and Caicos Islands and three counts of concealing criminal property.

She was given bail to appear in the Magistrate’s Court #1 on Monday, August 24.

Rashard Stubbs, 27, of a Leeward Palms address was arrested and charged for concealing criminal property.

He was given bail to appear in the Magistrate’s Court #2 on Tuesday, August 18.

Stubbs was also charged with converting criminal property. For that charge he appeared in court on Wednesday.

Twenty-eight-year-old Lanario Jennings of Cooper Jack Bay was arrested and charged with possession of control drugs.

He was given bail to appear in the Magistrate’s Court #2 on Wednesday, August 26.

Jermaine Poitier, 27, also of Cooper Jack Bay was arrested and charged with two counts of possession of control drugs.

He was given bail to appear in the Magistrate’s Court #2 on Wednesday, August 26.

Sixty-three-year-old David Simpson from Cooper Jack Bay was arrested and charged with abstracting (stealing) electricity.

He was given bail to appear in the Magistrate’s Court #2 on Tuesday, August 18.

Older Bellus, a 35-year-old man from Blue Hills has been arrested and charged for assault occasioning actual bodily harm.

He was given bail to appear in the Magistrate’s Court on Monday, August 24.

Twenty-seven-year-old Deangelo Smith of Cooper Jack Bay was arrested and charged with possession of control drugs.

He was given bail to appear in the Magistrate’s Court #2 on Wednesday, August 26.

Police seek information on hit and run

A MOTORCYCLE rider was last Saturday evening (August 15) taken to hospital following a crash near the public dump.

Just before 6.09pm the motorcyclist was traveling home when he was struck from behind by a vehicle, after which the driver then exited and escaped from the scene of the incident.

Emergency services were called to the incident and the man was transported to Cheshire Hall Medical Centre by ambulance with non-life threatening injuries.

Police are urging the driver of the vehicle which left the scene to come forward and assist with the investigation.

Traffic officers are investigating the incident.

Police are urging anyone with information in relation to this incident to call Crimestoppers on 1-800-8477.

Information provided will be treated in the strictest of confidence. People should not report crime information via the police Facebook and Twitter pages.

Home broken into as occupants sleep

THE ROYAL Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force are investigating the burglary of a two bedroom apartment located in Kew Town which was reported to Chalk Sound Police Station on Saturday, August 15, at about 4.18am.

The complainant told the police that he and his roommate awoke and discovered that their apartment had been broken into.

Two white android cell phones, one silver Casio watch, one white Wawa cell phone, one white iPod mini, a large cutting knife, a black wallet containing a number of ID cards and a sum of cash were stolen during the commission of the crime.

The scene was photographed and processed by scenes of crime officers and further investigations are being carried out by Criminal Investigations Department.

Chopsticks restaurant robbed

POLICE are investigating a burglary at the Chopsticks restaurant located in Grace Bay last Friday evening (August 14).

Police said that the complainant had secured the restaurant on Friday at about 11.20pm, but when one of his employees returned on Saturday, August 15, at 9.20am he discovered that it was broken into.

During the commission of the crime, a window was broken and thus far, one black cash register, a sum of cash and seven bottles of alcoholic beverages were reported stolen.

A further inventory is to be done and investigations are continuing.

Several arrested and charged last week

A 15-year-old boy from Long Bay has been arrested and charged for burglary.

The burglary is alleged to have occurred on Saturday, July 25, 2015.

Another 15-year-old male, of Five Cays has been as charged with theft. He was given bail to appear in the Magistrate’s Court #2 on Wednesday, August 19.

Yet another teen, a 17-year-old male of a Leeward Palms address, was arrested by police for handling stolen goods.

Police also arrested and charged a 34-year-old male from Five Cays for possession of controlled drugs.

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Opposition calls out Gov’t on UN human trafficking report LEADER of the Opposition, Sharlene Cartwright Robinson has called on the Government to address the issue of human trafficking and forced labour in the Turks and Caicos Islands.

The PDM leader’s call came on the heels of the United Nations report on human trafficking published recently, in which the TCI was unfavourably mentioned.

“The Government has been silent on multiple reports (three that I am aware of) that include these Islands among countries where there exists forced sexual labour.

“This also has negative implications for our country’s reputation. I wait to hear the Government’s official response on this issue,” Cartwright Robinson said during Monday’s sitting (August 17) of the House of Assembly in Grand Turk.

The report states: “Turks and Caicos Islands are a destination country for men, women, and

Leader of the Opposition, Sharlene Cartwright Robinson”

children subjected to sex trafficking and forced labour.

“According to local experts, the large population of migrants from Haiti, the Dominican Republic,

and Jamaica are vulnerable to sex trafficking and forced labour, with stateless children and adolescents especially at risk.

“Local stakeholders, including law enforcement officials, have reported specific knowledge of sex trafficking occurring in bars and brothels and noted traffickingrelated complicity by some local government officials was a problem.

“Anti-trafficking legislation introduced in 2012 remained pending. The absence of specific legislation prohibiting trafficking as defined by the 2000 UN TIP Protocol; the absence of victim identification, screening, and protection procedures; and limited awareness of human trafficking on the part of officials and the public continued to hinder anti-trafficking efforts.”

This publication will be following up on the Government’s policies and plans as it relates to this issue in the coming weeks.

MILLS MUSES

Right-minded thinking THERE are many of us who make decisions, personal or organisational, without considering the consequences, particularly for those who will be most impacted on.

This is wrong thinking. Rightminded thinking involves being sympathetic and empathetic towards those most affected so that the majority of people will be positively rewarded.

At some workplaces it seems that so-call policies are really intended to benefit a particular circle, and hide the fact that many who make them are benefitting privately by keeping information about opportunities under wraps.

This is not thinking with the right frame of mind. Right-minded thinking helps, not hinders.

Many organisations have issues because they do not properly analyse the entire environment to detect early any possible unease and this soon develops into greater problems later.

This is warped thinking based on limited analysis and when things don’t work out the blame game starts, which temporarily freezes the organisation.

Right-minded thinking is strategic thinking. Wrong thinking comes from faulty experience, and attending bad schools. It helps neither the workplace, nor the person.

Many of the problems some organisations experience come from poor selection by untrained

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BY Oliver Mills

Oliver Mills was born in South Caicos, acquired a diploma in article writing from the Writer’s Digest School in the United States, and worked as training manager for the Turks and Caicos public service. He is currently an adjunct lecturer in the Business and Hospitality Departments at the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College.

interviewers. An interview is not just asking prepared questions.

It is asking exploratory questions to arrive at issues beneath the surface.

It is a skill, based on professional training and a proper subject base related to the job being interviewed for.

Experience without these tools results in poor selection. This is the root of wrong-thinking.

Even the appointment of people to certain boards or committees, is generally based on wrong thinking.

People are chosen based on political allegiance. Not allegiance to country.

Some don’t make any contribution at meetings and many times attend only to receive a stipend or to go on trips.

Right-thinking on the other hand is about purpose, getting the best from any situation because of trust and respect.

In politics generally there is wrong-headed thinking in choosing

candidates.

Some see political office as a job, to get status in society. And these people, as soon as they get in office start to order people around, as if the mere appointment to head a ministry makes one competent in everything.

Those around them obey like sheep because they want to keep their jobs. Politics provides some politicians with the job and salary they could not get otherwise.

With right-minded thinking the point of politics is public service, not personal gain.

The idea of right-minded thinking can be used as a model for ethical decision-making and conduct.

It creates an awareness of the importance of people and how to be helpful and compassionate towards others and society generally.

The result is a better society and more noble citizens.

Let’s do what is right Dear Editor, I am a Turks and Caicos Islander and I would love to see development, more jobs, more infrastructure, local businesses growing and more money for our schools and public services – so my objections to the changes to the Development Manual are because I believe they are not in our best interests.

The leading argument for increasing the building heights is more jobs for Islanders. However, these developments do not lower Islander unemployment, they just increase the number of work permit holders.

As indicated in an article in last week’s paper, according to the Poverty Assessments unemployment among Islanders in 2000 was 11.2 percent and in 2012 it was 12 percent.

We can hardly argue that the increased development helped our unemployment.

In regards to stimulating our construction industry – do we have local businesses with the experience, man power or equipment? Or does it mean more work permit holders and money to overseas businesses?

At the recent public consultation, when questioned about the infrastructure to accommodate the developments, the Government claimed the revenue received will be put into infrastructure, emergency services and safety etc.

How will we be guaranteed that will be the case? One of the existing developments was to provide fire trucks and equipment for the fire station but that was evidently disregarded and clearly never enforced.

As we all know, we depend on tourism. Last year the Government hired KPMG to carry out research and provide a Tourism Strategy.

It was revealed at the meeting that KPMG recommended against allowing 12 storey buildings. The Government is choosing not to follow that particular recommendation.

If the answer to raising tax revenue is allowing hotel rooms then instead of halving the acreage, doubling the height and doubling the density all at once, why not make just two or even one of those changes to attract new investors.

Further, mandate (and enforce) the developers to contribute to our community, for example sponsor our kids at Community College/ University (even if the graduates do not stay with the developer for their

entire career we will end up with a pool of well qualified Islanders); contribute to public services, such as fire services, police and security, street/beach cleaning, youth outreach to help lower crime; and assist with charity events.

Set the rules and credible developers will conform. Do not set the rules and developers will push our boundaries (those are the developers we do not want here) and other developers will stay away from such an uncertain jurisdiction.

I wrote a letter nearly a year ago about the issue of increasing the density and height and decreasing the acreage required to build.

On September 24, 2014, the Cabinet advised HE the Governor to “amend the Development Manual to increase the maximum height of buildings on the island of Providenciales to a maximum 12 storeys on a minimum five acre parcel, effective immediately”.

The Development Manual was amended on February 2, 2015.

The amendments to the Development Manual were as follows: Increase to the number of hotel bedrooms allowed per acre from 25 to 50.

Increase of the maximum height of buildings for apartments, condominiums and hotels from seven storeys (up to maximum of 90ft) to 12 floors (up to a maximum of 150ft).

The acreage required for seven storeys was 10 acres and now the acreage required for 12 storeys is just five.

Setbacks were also amended to accommodate the changes.

The Development Manual can still be rectified by the Cabinet - if the majority of voters challenge the amendment we can insist that our elected representatives do just that, represent us.

Let’s do what is right for our kids and grandkids – let’s ensure we have a tourist industry that will benefit them as well.

See Facebook page, ‘What is the long-term physical development plan for TCI?’ Karen Savory, Providenciales (Born and bred in the TCI)

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and possession of control drug with intent to supply.

The incident in which he was arrested for occurred on Thursday, August 13.

Crime reports from last week

Officers of the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force are investigating an attempted burglary of a salon located at The Market Place which was reported to Chalk Sound Police Station on Thursday, August 13, at 10.35am.

The complainant stated that his employee secured his business place on Wednesday, August 12, 2015 at 3.30pm and on the employee’s return on Thursday, August 13, at 10.35am discovered that an attempt was made to gain entry into the business place.

The front door to that business place was damaged during the commission of the crime.

Police are also investigating another burglary attempt at the Market Place, this time of a recovery loan business place.

The complainant reported to police that he had secured his business place Wednesday, August 12, before at 7.30pm and on the employee’s return on Thursday at 10.35am discovered that an attempt was made to gain entry into the business place.

The front door frame and lock to that business place were damaged during the commission of this crime.

Investigations are being conducted into a burglary of an apartment on Venetian Road which was reported to Chalk Sound Police Station on Thursday, August 13, at 7.54pm.

The complainant stated that he secured his apartment on Thursday at about 5.40am and on his return at 6.50pm the same day, discovered that his apartment was broken into.

One 18 carat gold big link chain and one white Samsung Galaxy 4 were stolen during the commission of the crime.

Police are investigating the theft of a black Honda motorbike at a Five Cays address which was reported to Chalk Sound Police Station on Monday, August 10.

Officers are also looking into an attempted burglary of a home in Turtle Tail which was reported to Chalk Sound Police Station on Thursday, August 13 at 12.13am.

The complainant stated that he secured his home on Wednesday, August 12, at 7pm and on returning the following day at 9pm his security discovered that an attempt was made to gain entry into his home.

An alarm sensor was damaged

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during the commission of this crime.

All of the reported incidents are being investigated thoroughly by police.

WEEKLY PREVENTION CRIME TIP – Burglary Prevention

Homes and business places with no security measures in place are more likely to be burgled than those with simple security measures. Good window locks and strong deadlocks can make a big difference.

Please visit the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force website at www.tcipolice.tc or Facebook page at www.facebook.com/rtcipf for Crime Reports and additional Crime Prevention Tips.

Police are appealing to anyone with information about these crimes, no matter how small or insignificant (the tip) may seem, to call Crimestoppers on 1-800-8477 or use the Crimestoppers online reporting page: www.crimestoppers.tc.

Information you provide will be treated in the strictest of confidence.

All calls are answered by Miami Dade Police and no one from the RTCIPF will know who called.

Only the information received will be provided to the RTCIPF. We remind people they should not report crime information via our Facebook and Twitter pages.

REAL TALK

We will perish because of a lack of knowledge THE title of this week’s column is an understatement when it comes to the interest and involvement of TCI Belongers in the day to day affairs of their country.

I’m not talking about getting your facts and opinions from talk show hosts and columnists.

Neither am I referring to listening to the talking points of politicians and political pundits.

We as a people need to make greater efforts in being informed about laws, proposed legislations and any matter which seeks to alter the present or future lives of Turks and Caicos Islanders.

We have already endured too many hardships and suffered too many missteps because we took things at face value, accepted the views of others without questioning their motives or refusing to do our own homework on the matter.

Moreover, we refuse to demand more access to relevant information and many times when it is available not enough Belongers are interested in being

By Jas Walkin

BIOGRAPHY: Jas was born with a physical disability and diagnosed with a mild form of muscular dystrophy. His early childhood was characterised with trying to fit in in a regular school environment unequipped to cater to special needs students. With support from family, teachers and the community he graduated as valedictorian of Raymond Gardiner High School and has been a graduate teacher for the past last nine years.

informed.

This must be corrected if we are going to see real productive reform in this country.

Case in point, the recent TCI Immigration Bill 2015 which is currently being discussed in the House of Assembly has drastic implications for this country’s future.

I wonder how many residents have accessed the bill, read it and formed an informed opinion on the bill?

We cannot take these legislations lightly.

I have perused the proposed bill and have many concerns as I have noticed a few loopholes and grey

areas. I am positive that I am not the only person who feels this way.

Gone are the days when we can completely trust others with making decisions about our future.

We need to equip ourselves with knowledge because knowledge gives us the power to make our own decisions.

This is not the season for burying our heads in the sand in ignorance only to cry out in distress later when we realised that laws were passed that were not in our interest and further alienate our rights and desire for our country.

Wake up and get involved!

COMMENTARY

Better to be wrong?

SOMETIMES it’s better to be wrong.

Several months ago we cautioned about the possibility of a USA stock market collapse and the loss of investments affecting our tourist arrivals.

In recent weeks that market has been heading downward.

Many are predicting a bear market. Let’s hope the experts are wrong.

We had hoped to see Chinese tourists arrive to tour the TCI. Now China has devalued its currency because Chinese progressive, communist economics are faltering and its stock market has lost 25 percent.

Last week the USA restored diplomatic relations with Cuba.

The American flag now flies over the US Embassy on that big historic island.

Americans began cruising to Cuba after President Obama signalled this would happen.

Now cruise ship tickets to Cuba are selling to Americans like hotcakes.

By David Tapfer

David is a retired mobile hydraulic engineer and business executive. He has been married to Middle Caicos native Yvette Robinson Tapfer for 25 years and has lived in Conch Bar, Middle Caicos, since 2002. David formerly served as branch chairman of the PDM from 2008 to 2011

The last few days’ sales are up 55 percent. With the Castro regime aging, will capitalism take hold creating another Las Vegas in the Caribbean?

Some Caribbean voices think this will be good for the region and all will share. We could be wrong but with our obligations for the next 20 years it seems the TCI needs more than our share.

The Canadian dollar has been sliding downward.

Every US dollar that Canadian Fortis and InterHealth Canada now gleans from the TCI is worth 30 percent more as they move into Canada.

It seems the price of oil has collapsed but our fuel and fuel charges are till haunting us.

Gasoline in Florida is now $2.35 per gallon.

Next month the USA Federal Reserve is predicted to raise the prime rate. This will make US credit card interest more expensive and the Federal securities more attractive than US capital stocks. These forecasts better prove wrong.

President Obama is convinced that global warming is real, making travel to warm climates less attractive.

The TCI needs numerous arrivals to feed the 20 year obligations laid

on our backs by the Progressive National Party.

December is fast approaching and what has been anticipated since April 2009, the trial of the 2003 to 2009 Government will soon go forward.

What we have found interesting is that none of the Cabinet members have been tried in the meantime.

The SIPT waited prosecutions for the return of former Premier Misick who fled and then legally fought against the trials.

Is it because Mike’s testimony will draw others into the net?

Has the group met and got their stories straight?

Remember Mister Misick said publicly: “If I go down everyone will go with me.” Will this prove right or wrong?

Now this question is slowly emerging: Can the trials go forward and not affect every day folks and the eventual recovery of the TCI? Only if the SIPT wins - but then I could be wrong!

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The ceremony was attended by Governor Peter Beckingham and his wife Jill

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This state-of-the-art tile showroom is said to be among the best in the Caribbean

Building Materials launches tile showroom

BY DAISY HANDFIELD BUILDING Materials Limited (BML) held a cocktail reception on Friday (August 14) to celebrate the introduction of a modern tile room at their headquarters on Leeward Highway in Providenciales.

According to president of the company, Ken Adams, this was

something that they had been working on for some time.

He said: “We thought that it would be best to build a new show room that is different from everything on island.

“We thought about opening early, but things were slower than expected.”

The showroom features videos that play all day to enable customers the opportunity to see how the

products are used.

Adams compared the business to babies, stating that if you do not feed the business, it just will not grow.

“Our aspiration is to do things better than everyone else. As local owners we always go for the best and we try to put more into our business than elsewhere.”

During the opening ceremony

vice president of the company and wife of the president, Abby Adams said that from history and from what people saw of them, they tried to do everything to a high standard.

This was just another one of the quality products that they believed in offering their customers in the Turks and Caicos Islands, she said.

Mario Klappholz from Ceramic Consultant Corporation, one of the company’s suppliers, said during the ceremony that he considered the showroom to be one of the most modern, up to date, innovative showrooms that he has seen in the Caribbean.

He said: “This is a big step in the right direction to open the door for them [customers] to be able to purchase all of their stone, tile, porcelain and all their needs, they

can find here on the island.”

Governor Peter Beckingham, who also found the time to attend the ceremony commended the couple on what he considered to be great work in the community and the entire country.

Design coordinator Kier Adams also spoke, stating that the idea was definitely the dream of her father, and being that she was his only daughter, her passion was to help make his dreams come through.

She said: “We do share the passion of design, construction and that sort of a thing.

“We wanted in TCI to bring a more modern field, more awareness to what is available and what can be available here on island.

“You don’t have to go abroad to buy stuff, you can find it right here via the Do It Centre.”

No major works left for Long Bay school - minister

Cheshire Medical Centre experiences power outage THE CHESHIRE Hall Medical Centre in Providenciales recently experienced a failure in the supply of electricity at about 6 AM on Wednesday (August 19), according to public relations officer for the hospital, Takara Bain.

In a release to the press, Bain gave assurances that the hospital’s back-up systems ensured that there was no failure or reduction in the performance of critical hospital equipment and that the welfare and safety of patients was never in jeopardy.

She said: “The Hospital’s engineering team on site monitored

the orderly transfer of all the Hospital’s electricity requirements to the emergency generator which then provided all power necessary for the full operation of the hospital until Fortis was able to resume supply at 8.22 AM [that same morning].”

All the Hospital’s systems were then subjected to internal checks to ensure that they had not been adversely affected by the interruption in supply.

In response to a query from this publication, Fortis TCI Public relations officer, Talisha Simmons explained the cause of the power outage.

She stated that on Wednesday, August 19, a report was made at 6:28 a.m. to FortisTCI Operators on duty, that there was a power outage affecting the hospital in Providenciales.

“Crews were immediately dispatched. Following troubleshooting efforts, the team located a fault, which was a blown fuse on a lateral.

“This isolated incident required repairs and crew worked to restore services as quickly as possible.”

Simmons said that full restoration to the hospital was completed by 8:30 a.m. (DAISY HANDFIELD)

THERE are no major works left to be carried out on the new Long Bay High School, even though the school will still not be completed for a September 7 opening.

Responding to questions in the House of Assembly on Tuesday (August 18), Minister of Education, Akierra Missick said that the work left to be done is primarily finishing work and external work.

“The finishing works include roof sheeting, tiling, painting, AC works, fire alarm works, mounting of electrical and plumbing fixtures - external works include paving and curbing, fencing works and installation of the waste water treatment plant, bringing power and water to the property,” she said.

Asked when is the expected date of completion, the minister, as stated previously, said she does not know.

“At this moment we do not have an expected date of completion, the contractor along with public works are finalising their report on the

delays.”

The long awaited easing of the overcrowding situation at the Clement Howell High School (CHHS) will not be realised this September as the Government had previously promised.

As announced last week by the education minister, the new high school, which will initially only house first formers, might be opened sometime before the new school term ends in December.

However, all form one students will be housed at Clement Howell High School until the completion of the new building and will attend classes in their Long Bay High School uniforms.

Additionally, all teachers who were recruited for the Long Bay High School will be assigned their classes and will assume teaching responsibilities at CHHS. Once completed, the form one students along with their teachers will transfer to the Long Bay High School as planned.

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New water motor for Grand Turk GRAND Turk residents will see a more reliable supply of water from this weekend, according to Minister Amanda Misick.

The Minister of Infrastructure, Housing and Planning, issued the following update on the ministry and its works on Wednesday (August 19): “One of the main goals of my Government is to ensure that the populace of each island has access to the basic amenities necessary to promote a safe, healthy standard of living, and that essential Government services are made available to all.

“I wish to inform the general public and in particular the residents of Grand Turk, that the water department is currently producing 246,240 gallons of water per day and is able to serve water from both issuing points on a daily basis (Mondays thru Saturday), to customers in North Creek, Cork Tree Beach, Upper Overback and as far as the former Coral Reef property on the North Ridge.

“Whilst the remaining customers on the Ridge are still not able to receive water as planned, the department has begun over the past weekend, as a temporary measure, to divert water to the Ridge, so that all customers will be in a position to receive water.

“This will be the practice every Saturday and Sunday, until the pressure is fully restored to the network.

“I would like to encourage residence on the Ridge to try and replenish their reserves on these days, so that the burden is lessen

through the week and to continue to practice water conservation methods, as best as possible. Tips can be obtained from the team at Public Works.

“While this is a temporary measure, I am very happy to report that a permanent fix is on the way, with the installation of the brand new motor, which will increase water production and will allow us to increase water distribution.

“With the upgrade and running of this 250K plant, in addition to our existing plant, water production capacity will rise to 550,000 gallons per day, with the ability to produce 381.94 gallons per minute, thus allowing all customers to receive water at a very good pressure, while at the same time replenishing all storage facilities.”

She said that there are other major benefits to be derived from this very important and timely upgrade as follows: 1. Upgrading the technology used to produce water - the updated technology will result in reduced maintenance and replacement costs.

2. There will be a backup SWRO plant that can be operational during period of maintenance or repair works to the 300,000gpd SWRO plant.

3. Maintenance activities of either plant can be more thorough as there will be no rush to restart the plant once the other is operational.

4. By upgrading the plant, we will now have plants that are more compatible with each other.

5. There will be a continuous supply of water at a consistent

pressure day and night.

6. Increased lifespan of the plants by a further 10 years.

“Some of the other activities under my ministry include the completed repair works to the Blue Hills Jetty, commencement works to the Kew Town Roads and phase two works to the Causeway between North and Middle Caicos, which will be completed later this year.

“In addition to this, my team within the Public Works Department is currently performing road repair works to the various sections of Grand Turk.

“We have completed works in Palm Grove and Breezy Brae thus far, with works now going on in North Back Salina.

“These works will continue not just in Grand Turk but throughout the Turks and Caicos Islands.

“I can safely say that my team within the Public Works Department is working tirelessly to ensure that all roads throughout these beautiful by nature Turks and Caicos Islands are repaired, re-designed, in some cases and black topped, to ensure long term usage.

“I have no doubt that my Government represents and works for the people of this great Country.

“My hope and prayer is that we would work together in unity, respecting and accepting each other’s differences and realizing that we are all here for one purpose, that is, ‘To serve the people of this country to the best of our abilities’.

“Thank you and may God continue to bless the Turks and Caicos Islands.”

Immigration (Amendment) Bill 2015 passed THE House of Assembly on Monday (August 17) passed the Immigration (Amendment) Bill 2015.

The legislation has three main features, as outlined below: - It amends the definition of “gainful occupation” to exclude from the definition (but only for the purposes of applying for a business license) persons who have invested in a business and who do not intend to work in that business and passive investors who are non-executive directors of the business and who are not involved in the day to day operation of that business.

The previous law required all such investors to possess a work permit in order for the business to be granted a business license. This amendment revised this provision.

However, if the investor intends to be involved in the day to day operation

of the business or intends to work in the business, he or she would still require a work permit.

-The Bill also amends section 13(1) and section 30 of the Immigration Ordinance by deleting the phrase “living together with the Belonger” to be replaced by “and the holder of a Residence Permit”.

The effect of this amendment at section 13(1) is that a spouse of an Islander who holds a Residence Permit is free to work in the Islands, thereby requiring spouses of Islanders to get a residency permit in order to work, as opposed to just relying on their living together with their Islander spouse for their working rights.

The practical effect of this amendment is that so long as a spouse of an Islander is in possession

of a Residence Permit, he or she may work in the Islands, even if they are no longer living together.

- Persons who were married before the change of law on August 13, 2012, can benefit from the law as it was on that date, with the result of this amendment being that those persons will only be required to be married to and living with an Islander spouse for 5 years ending with the date of his or her application for Islander status, whereas everyone who would have gotten married on or after August 13, 2012, would have to continue to wait the 10 years, as prescribed in the 2012 amendment.

For any further questions regarding the Immigration (Amendment) Bill 2015, please contact the Office of the Minister for Border Control and Employment.

FortisTCI energy audit team with director of customer service Aisha Laporte

FortisTCI offers inhome energy audits RESIDENTIAL customers in Providenciales can now apply for an in-home energy audit from FortisTCI. This new service will be offered by the company free of charge for one year, and is designed to assist customers in identifying ways to improve their energy efficiency at home.

According to a press release on Wednesday, August 19, to take advantage of the in-home energy audit programme, customers must visit the FortisTCI customer service centre on Leeward Highway to complete an application.

The application and interview process allows for the collection of preliminary information, provides insight into what types of appliances are installed in the home, and typical behaviours of household members relating to day-to-day electricity usage.

Once the application process and interview is completed, the energy audit is scheduled and performed at the home.

All information gathered, including a utility bill analysis, is then compiled to create a summary of the total energy usage.

About one week following the audit, a final report is issued to the customer. This report details the key findings and recommendations to achieve better energy efficiency.

FortisTCI president and CEO Eddinton Powell said: “We are excited about the value proposition of this programme.

“It will empower our customers by offering them solutions for managing their electricity costs.

“The bottom line is, the FortisTCI in-home energy audit programme will help our customers save money by promoting the efficient use of energy.”

Civil service jobs still up for grabs THE GOVERNMENT recently released its third recruitment drive for the financial year 2015/2016.

A total of 34 new wide ranging vacancies within the civil service were advertised on Friday, July 31.

These positions, some of which are senior, included the following Director positions: Culture, Gaming and Trade as well as the following Deputy Director positions: Road Safety, Social Development and Crown Land Unit.

Several teaching and other support positions are being advertised as well.

According to a press release last Friday (August 14), during two recruitment drives TCIG was able to fill 27 roles.

However there are still another dozen roles undergoing shortlisting

and interviewing processes.

As a result of several vacancies and promotions being filled from within the existing civil service, this has also resulted in several other posts now being made available.

Deputy Governor Anya Williams said: “TCIG is committed to strengthening its resource base through attracting the best talent available and the recent implementation of the Pay and Grading Review and also the creation of our new jobs webpage has greatly assisted in attracting more applicant to the civil service.”

For more information on the Government’s current vacancies interested people can visit www. gov.tc/government-vacancies, view the local newspapers or tune into the jobs section on Radio Turks and Caicos.

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Start of lobster season sees boost in catches

BY DAISY HANDFIELD WITH less than a week into the reopening of lobster season for the 2015/2016 period, reports have already shown a major increase in catches.

During the House of Assembly sitting on Monday (August 17), figures were revealed by Minister of Tourism, Porsha Stubbs-Smith.

She disclosed that Saturday’s opening day catch for lobster season was significantly higher than last year’s.

She said: “Happy lobster season, which commenced Saturday, August 16, and we saw Providenciales with 21,150 pounds and South Caicos with 34,843 pounds. Between the two islands, it’s 55,993 pounds.

“Last year we saw 34,906, so if we do the math there, I think we see about more than 20 percent increase in the catch for this year.

“I am also proud to say that there were few under-sized lobsters and no egg bearing lobsters were caught, so overall our start is a very good one and I would like to wish all the fishermen a successful and enjoyable lobster season.”

The Weekly News visited Provo

Seafood in Five Cays on Wednesday (August 19) to witness the catches of the lobsters as fishermen brought them in.

A number of residents were also gathered around watching the boats come in with substantial catches.

At the fishery, Senior Conservation Officer Paul Dickenson explained that his job entailed inspecting the vessels as they come in, making sure undersized lobsters are not brought in and making sure the fishermen have proper licensing.

When asked about the penalties for undersized lobsters, Dickenson said that they would keep count and make notes of who brought them in and how much was brought in.

Overall, he also commended the fishermen for their catch at the beginning of the season.

He said: “Compared to last year for the first two days compared to now, this year is actually by far an increase in catch and decrease in the undersized to come in so this is a very good sign.”

Last year, a reported 9,000 pounds of the spiny lobster were caught in Providenciales on the first day.

Digicel Play staff receive top level training NINE staff members from Digicel Play completed a Society of Cable Telecommunications Engineer (SCTE) professional certification recently.

Following its $8 million investment in network rebuild, the company has ensured that its installers, services technicians and dispatch team have been trained to international SCTE standards.

SCTE certification is the cable industry’s premier endorsement for professionals, according to a press release on Thursday (August 20).

It is based on in-depth testing and ongoing professional development maintenance through continuing technical education requirements.

SCTE certifies cable telecommunications professionals in various levels of expertise across all areas of the cable network.

This initial training for the

dispatch team segment will be further endorsed with additional training to ensure that all employees reach the Broadband Premises Expert (BPE) level of attainment.

Digicel Play announced its network rebuild on July 22 and highlighted the investment made into the rebuilding the network with the installation of over 30km of fibre optic cable, 11km of coaxial cable and the doubling of its international bandwidth capacity.

The company has since added six new vehicles to its fleet including two bucket trucks along with other vehicles which will result in quicker installation and response times for customers.

Digicel CEO Erik Staaf said: “Our employees are our greatest assets and investing in and developing staff is at the heart of Digicel because it is vital to the service level that Digicel can provide to our customers.”

Senior Conservation Officer, Paul Dickenson conducts inspection of the lobsters

Worker transports the barrel of lobsters to be weighed

Mobile customers win $1,000 TWO lucky customers have now joined Digicel winner’s circle by each winning cash prizes of $1,000 in the ‘Summer in the Fast Lane’ promotion.

Hudson Gardiner and Arneld Walkin were awarded their prizes during a call on radio station 93.9 Island FM broadcasting live from the Digicel store on August 14.

Gardiner, a local plumber of Bottle Creek, North Caicos was overjoyed when he when received the call announcing that he was a winner for simply topping up his phone with $20 credit.

He said that he could not believe it when he received the call as he had never won anything before.

He further stated that he could not have asked for a better gift since it was also his birthday.

When asked what he would do with his cash prize, Hudson stated that the much needed cash would go

towards paying bills.

Walkin, also a local resident of Blue Hills, Providenciales, was another shocked customer when he was contacted live on the air.

He initially was lost for words but came around and expressed his gratitude to Digicel on the win.

According to a press release on Friday, August 14, he recently purchased a new Digicel smartphone and was entered into the draw to win.

He said that he will be saving his $1,000 cash prize for a rainy day.

A third winner of a Digicel smartphone Roman Bowlyn was another elated customer to win for simply being the 50th customers to walk in the Digicel flagship store at IGA on that day. Other customers walked away with one month free data services.

“Congratulations to all our winners to date,” Trina Adams,

Digicel marketing manager said.

“The heat is on and it’s going to get more exciting over the next two weeks.

“Every customer can be a winner but they must participate in order to win.

“Simply purchase a featured LTE handset, signing up for a LTE postpaid or prepaid plan, activating a LTE data plan or topping up $20 or more.”

At the end of the promotion on August 31, four customers would have each won $1,000 in cash prizes.

One lucky customer will win one year of free Digicel service - mobile, TV and Home broadband.

Other customers will walk away with free handsets, data and credit amongst other prizes.

The next cash prize winners will be called live on 93.9 Island FM on August 28 between 12pm and 4.30pm.

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Students graduate Beaches internship programme

SIXTY-four students and two apprentices graduated from Beaches internship programme during a ceremony held at the resort’s grand ballroom last week.

Hosted by Beaches’ entertainment director David Ellis, the afternoon event attracted a large crowd wellwishers.

According to a press release on Thursday (August 20), among them were Akierra Missick, Deputy Premier and Minister of Education, and Leader of the Opposition, Sharlene Cartwright Robinson.

Also in attendance were family members who came to commend the interns for their hard work.

Missick told the students that they demonstrated “willingness to succeed and your willingness to work and develop the hospitality industry here in the Turks and Caicos Islands.”

The graduates came from two different internship programmes within the resort - the Ministry of Education Apprenticeship, and the Beaches Summer Intern Programme.

All students who graduated successfully completed weeks and in some cases months of training

throughout the various departments within the resort.

The internship programmes hosted participants ranging from ages 15 to 20 who were given the experience of being a full time Beaches employee.

Deleria Simms, assistant human resources manager and key person for the summer trainees, said: “The internship programme is not a new one. We usually host interns every summer and in fact some of the graduates are interns who were a part of the program from last year.

“These summer students are fourth and fifth formers who will either be returning to high school or going to the Community College this year.

“We have been able to show them the opportunities available in the industry and hopefully they will consider a career in tourism or hospitality in the near future.”

Two students, Rose Fils-Aime and Widtcher Cadet, were placed in the apprentice programme.

They were given the opportunity to try out many different departments and gain experience working with supervisors and managers.

Cadet, the valedictorian of the

Graduates of the summer internship programme

programme, commented on her success: “It only seems like it was yesterday when me and my fellow apprentice, Rose, arrived here, looking clueless and trying to figure out what was our sole mission here.

“Now here we are today, more knowledgeable, more confidant as experts ready to take on the real world.

“The learning experience we gained from the apprenticeship

programme will serve as the platform we use to launch our future.”

Upon completion of her apprenticeship, Cadet was hired as an administrator in the housekeeping department.

Sandals Corporate University awards employee with full scholarship A FULL scholarship was recently awarded to public relations clerk at Beaches Turks and Caicos, Michalia Clare, to pursue a degree in event management at Ashwood University, courtesy of the Sandals Corporate University.

According to a release issued

by Beaches Turks and Caicos, the South Caicos native is affectionately known as Mickey among her peers and has worked at the resort since 2012.

Clare has worked her way up from being an entertainment playmaker to a public relations executive in a few short years.

In her statement Clare said: “My career and education was not an easy road, but I have grown both academically and professionally since joining the resort.”

The Beaches Turks and Caicos employee is a single mother of a teen

daughter.

She said: “The training here is extensive, from customer services to leadership courses through the Sandals Corporate University and now a chance to pursue a degree, the training and development opportunities here are endless once you are determine to succeed.”

A degree in event management will benefit Clare tremendously as well as aid her every task as a public relations clerk, the release said.

As a clerk, Clare is in charge of the staff relations programmes which require the planning of several large staff incentive events including birthday parties, annual Prestige Awards and Christmas events.

Clare plans to take advantage of the opportunity this scholarship is giving her.

This degree will give her the

Michalia Clare with assistant training manager Peta-Gaye Tain

opportunity to move around and someday become a part of the Sandals Resorts International event planning team.

Press relations maager Elanor Finfin-Krzanowski, who works closely with Clare says that she has a natural talent for hosting event planning and a degree will only strengthen her knowledge in the field.

She said: “Michalia is a brilliant employee, I saw tremendous potential in her while she worked as a player in entertainment and I knew I had to find a way to bring her amazing talent to the public relations

team as an event specialist.”

Finfin-Krzanowski said that Clare is always eager to learn and determined to succeed.

“I am glad that she has taken advantage of the courses that we offered through the Sandals Corporate University and also a scholarship to peruse her dreams. I am very proud of her accomplishments.”

In additional to her day-to-day tasks, Clare has also taken initiative at the Beaches Sports, Social and Culture Club as vice president of the social aspect of the club.

Assistant training manager at the resort, Peta-Gaye Tain, said that this

university is designed to grow and develop team members.

She said: “We are grateful to our chairman Gordon Butch Stewart for investing in developing the staff providing the training they need to excel at their jobs and also achieve their overall goals.”

The Sandals Corporate University affords employees the chance to advance their education and hospitality skill level while in a practical environment.

Team members are allowed to take classes, study and take exams all at the company’s expense and while at work.

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How does your garden grow 

BY DENIS Belanger - NATURE SPLENDOR

Denis is a passionate landscape architect who enjoys the creative process and his clients’ joy when projects come to life. Contact Denis at Nature Splendor for your landscaping, installation or garden maintenance needs.

For more information call 332-3381 or email denis@naturesplendor.net.

African Lilies African Lilies or Agapanthus are bold and architectural, they are strikingly beautiful plants.

There are many species of Agapanthus, all native to southern Africa. Agapanthus praecox, A. africanus and various hybrids are most often grown in American gardens.

African lily grows as an everexpanding clump of evergreen strap shaped leaves around 12-inches or a little more in length. There are up to 18 leaves, arranged in two ranks.

The dark blue flowers are trumpet shaped and borne in rounded umbels containing as many as 30 blossoms.

These flower clusters are six to 12 inches across, and held above the leaves on scapes two or three feet tall.

Flowers appear in late summer and are long lasting. The African lily cultivar 'Peter Pan' is a dwarf, with

its scape reaching little more than 18 inches in height, but what it lacks in stature is compensated for by its profusion of long lasting deep blue flowers.

'Albus' is a white flowered cultivar. The Headbourne Hybrids (aka Palmer Hybrids) include several cultivars that are hardier than the species and available in various shades of blue and violet as well as white.

The African lily is a strong evergreen perennial that tolerates neglect, poor soils, and salty coastal conditions. It does best in full sun, but can take some afternoon shade.

Water African lilies regularly in summer, but reduce watering during the winter dormant season.

Well-established plantings are fairly drought tolerant, but may not bloom if not given plenty of water during spring and summer.

It is easy to propagate African lilies by dividing the clumps of thick, fleshy roots. This is best done in spring, at the start of new growth. Bury them 2-3 inches deep. Plants grown from seed will take 2-3 years to flower and may not resemble the parent.

African lilies are usually grown in borders or as edging along a driveway or path, but I like to see them in irregular clumps in perennial beds or in planters. They seem to do best when a little overcrowded, and are therefore well suited to container cultivation.

They are popular as potted plants at poolside, and on decks

and porches. The flowers of African lily last quite long and are great as cut flowers. Even the seedpods are attractive and can be used in dried arrangements.

The most popular lily-of-the-Nile grown in America is A. praecox although it is often sold as A. africanus.

Not to worry, though as they are very similar to one another and every bit as desirable.

Bees visit and pollinate the Agapanthus flowers, but then again, are there any bees in TCI... The Agapanthus seeds are dispersed by wind. Agapanthus are easy

to propagate by division. Divide between spring and early summer, or after plants have finished flowering.

Avoid splitting plants too often as this will reduce flowering. Large clumps should only be split every four to six years.

Gardening news: Care to share your gardening thoughts, insights, triumphs, disappointments or photos with your fellow gardening enthusiast? I invite you to now join the new active discussions gardening forum specially created for the Turks and Caicos gardeners. Please come share your comments and thoughts at tcigardening.fullforums.org

POLICE SAFETY TIPS

How to avoid burglary or theft at your home Security marking your property IT’S VERY important for people to mark their property. Marking your valuables will play a key role in assisting you with having your property returned to you.

Being caught in the act is a thief’s greatest risk, the second being caught red-handed with the property they have stolen.

The easiest way to identify your property if you’re unfortunate enough to have had it stolen is by its serial number if it has one.

With modern mass-produced appliances, electronics and products looking identical, the police have no way of identifying recovered property as stolen

goods unless the serial number is available or the item has been marked with a property owner's unique number.

This can be used as conclusive evidence in court to prove your ownership of the property as well as the fact that it is stolen property.

This knowledge alone may act as a major deterrent to a potential thief since items that can be traced back to their original owners bring a lower price on the street.

You should record details of all your valuable property on a property recording form which we will make available on www.tcipolice.tc.

Photograph items such as jewellery and keep the photographs in a safe place. If you use a digital

camera, do not store the images on your computer’s hard drive.

You can however, upload these photos to a jump drive and keep it in a safe place - which will help to identify them as yours if they are lost or stolen and then recovered by the police.

Don’t forget to update your information with details of new property. If you are recording your items on a form, remember – don’t store it on your computer in case it gets stolen.

Print it off and keep the printout in a safe place.

Think about security marking your property with your initials and house number or driver’s license number with an Ultra Violet (UV) pen. UV pens are available in most good DIY

By Audley Astwood Audley, a former police detective and broadcaster, is currently the press officer for the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force. His main focus is on crime prevention and community policing. For more information call 941-4448 or visit www.tcipolice.tc.

stores and security retail outlets.

Always mark items on the back or underneath. If you move home, security mark all your items again.

Using an ultra violet light, check your markings every 12 months and if it has worn off re-write it.

You can also permanently mark your property with an engraver, an etching kit, or a tracer solution.

They are useful to mark large

items, such as bicycles, or unusual items, such as fishing tackle.

Security marking not only improves the chances of recovering your property if you are unfortunate enough to suffer a loss, but it can also deter thieves and help us with our investigation and possibly lead to a successful prosecution.

For more tips visit www. facebook.com/rtcipf.

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ECO Tip  Lynn Robinson has lived in the Turks and Caicos Islands for 12 years and works at Big Blue Unlimited as a diving instructor, eco guide and boat captain. She is passionate about the environment and does regular beach clean ups while walking her three potcakes. Her other passion is running and can often be seen training for marathons and ultra-marathons.

By Lynn Robinson

Too much packaging THERE have been a few campaigns started around the world recently to put pressure on supermarkets to stop wrapping produce in Styrofoam and plastic wrap.

Unfortunately it has become such a standard practice that most shoppers don’t give it a second thought and it has become another one of those ‘conveniences’ to make our lives just a little bit easier.

But what about the environment?

The more we overburden the planet with our single use mentality, the closer we are to the end of our lives on earth as we know it.

The more pressure we place on the oceans, the more we are threatening our chances of survival.

Seventy percent of this planet is covered in water. The majority of the oxygen we need to survive here comes from the water. We cannot survive without healthy oceans.

So the question is how much longer do we have before we reach the tipping point of no return?

One recent example of the ridiculousness of over packaging was from a store in Australia that packaged one, yes ONE, sweet potato on a Styrofoam tray and wrapped it up in plastic.

Another mind numbing example a couple of years ago was from a store in Austria that decided it would be a good idea to unpeel bananas before packaging on trays and wrapping in plastic.

Such was the outrage from customers that the store had to admit it had made a huge mistake and was forced to apologise publicly.

So what’s the difference between these two examples and other produce in the stores? Why do people accept some overpackaging and not others?

Why buy pre-cut pineapple and melon packaged in plastic when you can buy the whole fruit, cut it up yourself and pack in reusable containers?

Why buy pre-wrapped beets or okra from one store when you

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can buy it loose and unwrapped in another? Why does so much produce have to be ‘conveniently packaged’?

Consumers can make a difference by choosing wisely on where to shop and what to buy.

Making wise choices now will help cut down on the sea of plastic that is quickly threatening to suffocate this one planet we have to live on.

Do it for your children, your grandchildren and your great grandchildren before it’s too late.

“No water, no life. No blue, no green” - Sylvia Earle

Posture perfect GOOD posture not only makes you look better, it also delivers increased energy, better breathing, improved circulation and less wear-and-tear on your joints.

It’s an investment in both your appearance and your health.

The secret to good posture is maintaining the spine’s natural curves. If your spine is not properly aligned, your muscles and ligaments have to work harder to keep you upright and this can result in strain and pain.

When you slouch, you also put pressure on your lungs and stomach.

This can affect breathing and digestion, as well as blood flow.

Does your posture pass the test?

Use a three-way mirror to help you check out these markers: When standing: your head, shoulders, hips and ankles should line up, one comfortably above the other.

Your knees should be slightly bent and your feet should be shoulderwidth apart or more.

When looking at your back: are your shoulders and hips level or is one side higher than the other?

Does your head tilt to one side or the other? Does one shoulder blade seem to be more prominent than the other?

Do the muscles of the back seem more developed on one side, compared to the other? A healthy back should be symmetrical.

When looking from the side, your neck and low back should curve to the front of your body, and your mid-back and pelvis should curve to the back. Postural distortions in the curves of your spine mean stress and

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strain on your back.

BY Dr Craig Zavitz

no more than two inches.

Try not to sit in any one position for a long period of time. Take a quick stretch break or change positions every 30 to 45 minutes.

A quick and easy spinal stretch, stand up and raise your arms above your head.

Strengthening your core back and abdominal muscles will promote good posture by keeping your spine well supported.

Tips for standing tall If you use a bag with a single shoulder strap, choose a strap that is long enough to place over your head and rest on the opposite side from the bag.

This helps distribute the weight of the bag evenly and prevents distorting your posture.

High heels throw your spine out of alignment, making good posture difficult and often leading to low back pain.

A low-heeled, shoe is best, but if you are devoted to your fashion footwear try to restrict the height to

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• Turn the heat up to mediumhigh then add the broccoli and summer squash. Season with salt and pepper then sauté until the vegetables are crisp tender, about three minutes.

• Add tomatoes and corn then sauté until heated through, about two minutes.

• Add half and half and parmesan cheese to the skillet, then cook until thickened slightly, about one minute.

• Add in cooked pasta and half the basil then toss to combine. Taste, adding more salt and pepper if necessary, then serve topped with remaining basil.

Weekly Recipe

Summer veggie pasta skillet INGREDIENTS

• 4oz uncooked short pasta like cellentani, penne, or rotini • 2 tablespoons butter • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil • 2 cloves garlic, minced • 2 green onions, chopped • 1/4 teaspoon red chili pepper flakes • Salt and pepper • 1 cup broccoli florets • 1 cup sliced yellow squash • 1 cup halved grape or cherry tomatoes • 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or

frozen-then-thawed) • 1/2 cup packed basil, sliced thin and divided • 1/4 cup + 2 tablespoons half and half • 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese

DIRECTIONS

• Cook pasta in boiling salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.

• Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic, green onions, and red chilli pepper flakes then sauté until onions are softened about two minutes.

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Over a dozen candidates disqualified, charged over voting day violence in Haiti FOURTEEN candidates in Haiti’s legislative elections – including four from President Michel Martelly’s PHTK party – have been disqualified and are now facing several charges over their alleged involvement in violence during the first round of voting earlier this month.

The 14 were among 1,800 candidates who were seeking election to the Chamber of Deputies and the Senate. Thirteen of them were running for seats in the lower chamber while the other was trying to win a seat in the Senate.

Haiti’s Provisional Electoral Council (CEP) said the candidates are accused of voting violations, removal of ballot boxes, armed aggression against an election officer and firing an automatic weapon near a polling station, among other offences.

The violence that occurred during the August 9 voting resulted in the deaths of two people.

Preliminary results from the voting are expected to be published tomorrow.

The second round of legislative elections is set for October 25, which will also be the date of the first round of presidential elections.

The disqualified candidates and the accusations against them as released by the CEP: FRANCOIS Tony Antonelly Claude, candidate for deputy / Portde-Paix (North West), PHTK Ransacking of the voting centre Ecole Nationale de Fatima, destruction of ballots and disturbance of the conduct of elections.

DORLEUS Gergot, candidate for deputy / Savanette (Centre), RENMEN AYITl Armed burst in the voting centre Savanette removing ballots.

MOISE Frantz, candidate for deputy / Marigot (Sud-Est),

The violence that occurred during the August 9 voting resulted in the deaths of two people.

ADRENA Election violation, ransacking of voting centre, destruction of electoral materials.

LUBIN Jean-Claude, candidate for deputy / Mirebalais (Centre) PITIT DESSALINES Burst into the Mirebalais Parquet and breaking of materials.

DESGROTES Jean Franchi, candidate for deputy / Mirebalais (Centre) VERITE Burst into the Mirebalais Parquet and breaking of materials.

DORELIEN Fantal, candidate for deputy / Mirebalais ( Centre) FANMI LAVALAS Burst into the Mirebalais Parquet and breaking of materials.

JEAN-PIERRE Jephté, candidate for deputy / Chardonnière / les Anglais, FUSION Armed burst in the local of BED and ransacking of polling stations.

BELIZAIRE Arnel, Senate candidate / West Department, APLA Shooting with automatic weapons near the Drouillard voting centre, widespread panic, disrupt polling.

PREVILON Lionel, candidate for deputy / Desdunes (Artibonite), PHTK Violation of the election and

removal of ballot boxes.

ALTENOR John, candidate for deputy / Grande Saline (Artibonite), AAA Shooting with automatic weapons, ransacking of the voting centre Ecole nationale Chevreau Lombard.

FREDERIC Ozite, candidate for deputy / Grande Saline PHTK Violation of the vote and destruction of electoral materials.

DESHOMMES Wilbert Joseph, candidat à la députation / Grande Saline (Rossignol) Artibonite, VERITE Violation of the vote, ransacking of voting stations, shooting with automatic weapons.

GAMANIEL Placius, candidate for deputy / Grande Saline (Artibonite) KID Ransacking of the voting center Ecole Nationale Rossignol, violation of vote, shooting with automatic weapons.

ROMULUS Marc Faublas, candidate for deputy / Saut d’eau (Centre) PHTK Armed attack on the President of BEC and ransacking of several voting centers, including that of the Ecole ECOSA de Dalaise.

(Caribbean360)

Two arrested in Bahamas after posting images of guns and drugs on social media POLICE have arrested a man who posted photographs online of a baby with a gun and drugs on his lap, as well as a woman who was seen in pictures carrying a high-powered assault firearm, warning citizens who use social media in this way that they would not be able to hide.

The 20-year-old woman was held yesterday for questioning in relation to firearm possession.

Lawmen said her arrest was a result of an investigation launched after several photos were posted on various social media sites.

The detention of a 26-year-old man in connection with the other controversial posts came earlier in the week.

The image of an infant with a

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A 26-year-old man has been detained in connection with the controversial photos.

handgun – captioned “Daddy buy me a new toy” – and another showing him with a package of what appeared to be marijuana on his lap, had been

making the rounds on Facebook and WhatsApp, prompting police to initiate a search for the person responsible.

Strongest El Niño expected to bring more dry spells to the Caribbean THIS El Niño could be one of the strongest ever recorded, bringing further drought to the Caribbean.

That’s according to an updated forecast issued by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) which indicates that there’s a 90 per cent chance that El Niño will continue through the end of the year, and an 85 per cent chance that it will last until next April.

El Niño is a weather phenomenon that occurs irregularly in the eastern tropical Pacific every two to seven years.

When the trade winds that usually blow from east to west weaken, sea surface temperatures start rising, setting off a chain of weather impacts.

This year’s conditions are similar to those experienced in 1997-1998 when drought forced water restrictions across

the Caribbean, and resulted in significant losses in the agriculture sector.

Already some countries in the region have implemented water rationing to deal with shortages of the resource, with Puerto Rico among the worst affected so far.

To classify El Niño as “very strong,” the temperature in the tropical Pacific Ocean needs to be running at least two degrees Celsius warmer than average, for at least three months in a row.

Forecasters say they expect that a further increase in the Pacific ocean temperature will push this El Niño event into at least the “strong” category, and it could reach or even exceed the “very strong” criteria.

The intense El Niño has also been a major factor in the belowaverage activity this hurricane season. (Caribbean360)

Tropical Storm Danny was expected to become a hurricane this week.

St. Lucia government issues alert as Tropical Storm Danny approaches Caribbean ST. LUCIANS have been advised to be on alert as Tropical Storm Danny develops and continues on a path towards the Eastern Caribbean.

The storm is about 1,385 miles east of the Windward Islands and is moving towards the west at 12 miles per hour. Maximum sustained winds are 50 miles per hour.

Forecasters anticipate that Danny could strengthen into a hurricane this week and the Miami-based National Hurricane Centre says it could make landfall in about a week at its current speed.

It is the fourth storm of the 2015 Atlantic hurricane season which began June 1 and runs until November 30.

Prime Minister Dr. Kenny Anthony today told St. Lucians that in spite of a relatively placid

hurricane season thus far, they need to be prepared.

“We are nearly at the halfway point of the 2015 Atlantic hurricane season, and so far we have been blessed. The approaching system could change that,” he said.

“Danny, though a storm at the moment, is a salutary reminder that we must not be complacent. Rather, we must remain vigilant. We must remain vigilant not only for this system, but throughout the season and beyond. Ensure that you monitor closely the development of Tropical Storm Danny.”

The prime minister said that while he hoped the country’s National Emergency Management Advisory Committee would not have to be pressed into action, it stand ready to respond should disaster strike.

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AIMA: Cayman well placed for EU hedge fund passport THE Cayman Islands maintains confidence that a pan-European marketing passport will be extended to alternative investment funds set up in the jurisdiction, according to the Alternative Investment Management Association.

In a first assessment at the end of July, the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) recommended that the passport, which allows non-EU funds to be marketed across the EU, be granted to Jersey, Guernsey and Switzerland under the Alternative Investment Fund Managers Directive.

ESMA still has to assess other jurisdictions, including Cayman where most of the world’s offshore hedge funds are registered. But AIMA said in a press release that Cayman is well-placed to have a successful review in the near future.

Cayman has entered into cooperation arrangements with the major EU investment securities regulators, as well as the necessary tax information exchange agreements with EU governments required by the AIFMD. In addition, the Cayman Islands government developed an AIFMD-compliant opt-in regime to meet the needs of Cayman-based alternative investment fund managers who want to market funds into the EU under the passport, AIMA said.

Alan Milgate, chairman of AIMA Cayman, said ESMA’s initial decision, which did not recommend that the passport be extended to Cayman, should not be misinterpreted. “Cayman has simply not yet been assessed, and has certainly not been adversely opined on, or excluded by ESMA. We look forward to the Cayman Islands being assessed positively in ESMA’s

ongoing review of additional nonEU jurisdictions and that AIFMs based in the Cayman Islands will continue to benefit from evolving legislation which is both flexible and adaptable,” Mr. Milgate said.

According to AIMA, it is in the interests of institutional investors in Europe and hedge fund managers globally that Cayman be granted the passport.

“The global industry as a whole needs Cayman AIFs to be approved under the AIFMD passport to ensure that pension funds and other European institutional investors can continue to benefit from investing in some of the world’s leading alternative investment funds,” said Jack Inglis, CEO of AIMA. “We are confident that Cayman will be granted the passport since the new Cayman regime looks similar to those in the jurisdictions that have already obtained favourable assessments.”

If the third country passport is not granted to Cayman’s alternative investment funds, they would have to be marketed in each EU member state individually through private placement.

However, the private placement regime is set to expire by July 2018.

On July 30, the Cayman Islands was listed as one of 22 jurisdictions identified by ESMA as both a domicile of alternative investment funds and fund managers that market their funds in the EU. The European securities regulators stressed that it will continue to work on its assessment of other non-EU countries not covered in its initial advice with the aim of delivering further submissions to the European Parliament, the Council of the European Union and the European Commission in the coming months.

Jamaican prisoner wins landmark parole case in Bermuda

A Jamaican who claimed his constitutional rights were infringed because he was not allowed to apply for parole after serving a third of a jail sentence has won a landmark victory in Bermuda’s Supreme Court.

Leighton Griffiths was convicted in 2007 of importing 480 grams of cocaine hidden inside an air compressor.

He was initially sentenced to 14 years in prison but that was later reduced to 12 years by the Court of Appeal.

Earlier this year Griffiths, who is married to a Bermudian, launched a legal action against the state.

He argued that as a foreigner he was denied the opportunity to be released on license after serving a third of his sentence although he was otherwise

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qualified for such early release.

He also claimed that certain provisions of the Prison Act breached the section of Bermuda’s Constitution that prevents discrimination on the grounds of place of origin.

In a written judgment, Chief Justice Ian Kawaley ruled in favour of Griffiths saying his constitutional rights had been infringed.

Bermudians and people with an unrestricted right to live and work in Bermuda are able to apply for release on licence in Bermuda after serving a third of their sentence.

Nationals originating from some countries are also able to obtain an early release because their governments have agreed to supervise them on their return to their countries of origin.

Lawmakers unanimously reject same-sex marriage THE Legislative Assembly agreed unanimously last week to maintain the Constitutional definition of marriage as between a man and a woman.

The motion for “Preservation of Traditional Marriages” was filed by Bodden Town MLA Anthony Eden.

“Sadly what is really historic about our modern era, Madam Speaker, is that a behaviour that for thousands of years was understood as a social and moral evil — a perversion and an abomination in God’s sight — is now being promoted not only as normal behaviour, but as something everyone should accept as good,” Eden said.

Basing his argument on “Holy Bible evidence,” the longserving MLA’s motion was passed unanimously by the house, demonstrating Cayman’s majority view towards the advancement of legal rights for those seeking samesex unions.

Stating that homosexuality is a sin, MLA Alva Suckoo seconded the motion, saying that he “shouldn’t be expected to support legislation that would allow sin.”

The motion was brought to the house following a pivotal judgment on same-sex civil-unions in Italy by the European Court of Human Rights, which the Cayman Islands as a jurisdiction is subject to being an overseas territory of the United Kingdom.

“This kind of language exemplifies the outright religious oppression that has long been so prevalent in

MLA for Bodden Town Anthony Eden filed a motion to keep marriage defined as between a man and a woman.

our nation. Religious beliefs should be a personal choice and removed entirely from government,” responds local LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender) rights activist Billie Bryan.

“To add insult to injury, members of our Legislative Assembly have gone as far as to openly and publicly criticise homosexuals, accusing them of being evil and living lives of sin,” she continued.

“While I understand that the Cayman Islands is historically a Christian nation—and I take no issue with that, when you use your worldview as a tool of oppression to infringe upon or deny entirely the rights of others who don’t share your beliefs, that is morally reprehensible and blatant bigotry. The recent ruling by the European Court of Human Rights on the case for same- unions in Italy should make that plainly

evident,” Bryan said.

Written in 2009, the Cayman Islands’ Constitution states that the law “shall respect the right of every unmarried man and woman of marriageable age” to “marry a person of the opposite sex and found a family.” The Marriage Law (2010 revision) defines marriage as “the union between a man and a woman as husband and wife.”

The European Court of Human Rights found in July that Italy was failing to live up to the European Human Rights Convention by not providing sufficient legal protections and rights to those seeking same-sex unions in that country.

The Cayman Islands Human Rights Commission subsequently called for similar legal recognition through enactment of legislation that would provide sufficient legal rights for those seeking same-sex unions, noting that the country would be in breach of the European Human Rights Convention as well as susceptible to legal challenges to the current legislative stance on the issue.

“I know there are those who will think we must be bigots and homophobes and probably worse,” Suckoo said in the LA, “But I as a representative cannot support a lifestyle or concept that I think clashes with our chosen value systems here and our religious values.” Suckoo also clarified that he did not wish for the public to “launch an assault on homosexuals.”

US presidential hopeful Paul conducting eye surgeries in Haiti ONE of the US presidential candidates is taking some time from the campaign trail to visit the Caribbean.

Sen. Rand Paul, a Republican candidate for president from Kentucky, is joining the University of Utah’s John A Moran Eye Center on a weeklong surgical mission to Haiti to conduct pro-bono eye care.

Paul, an ophthalmologist by trade, will help the team to perform 200 sight-restoring surgeries while working with local clinicians.

“There is a high rate of preventable blindness in Haiti, but also a real opportunity to improve eye care,” said Randall J Olson, MD, CEO of the John A. Moran Eye Center and Chair of the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at the University of Utah. “This is the second Moran mission that Dr. Paul has joined, and we are thrilled that he is helping us to bring further

Rand Paul is an ophthalmologist by trade.

awareness to this epidemic.”

Haiti has a high rate of blindness, due to the country’s strong sun and a lack of available healthcare, according to the Moran Eye Center.

“It has been a joy to work with the Haitian staff and physicians. They

are incredibly dedicated to their patients and to improving eye care in Haiti,” said glaucoma specialist Craig Chaya, MD, Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at the Moran Eye Center. (Caribjournal)

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Short arrested by bounty hunters before musical performance COLUMBUS Short got an unpleasant surprise before hitting the stage last night.

The Scandal actor was

slated to perform his new music at Infusion Lounge at Universal City Walk in Los Angeles Tuesday, but

never ended up doing the performance, because he was greeted with an arrest before even getting on the mike.

E! News confirms with the celeb’s camp that Short was arrested by bounty hunters and booked for a citizen’s arrest at around 12:30 a.m.

“His arrest was not due to an outstanding warrant as was erroneously reported,” Short’s team tells E! News in a statement.

“It appears that this is a citizen’s arrest as a result of an issue between Mr. Short and his bail bondsman. The report bail amount of $500,000 is also inaccurate. No additional information is available at this time.”

The 32-year-old was held in the Men’s Central jail on $250,000 bail on Tuesday. He was scheduled for court on Wednesday morning.

Short has been riddled with legal woes in the past year. A bench warrant was issued against the actor in

The Scandal star Columbus Short has been riddled with legal woes in the past year.

October 2014 after he failed to show up for a mandatory court hearing for felony battery charges.

He originally pleaded not guilty during an arraignment back in May 2014 to charges that he punched a man and left him unconscious with a fractured left eye socket.

Short was subsequently let go from his hit show amid the arrest and other allegations of spousal abuse.

Short’s second wife obtained a temporary restraining order against her estranged husband earlier last year shortly after filing for divorce.

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Entertainment McCarthy doesn’t like ‘plus-size’ AS she launches her new clothing line this month, Melissa McCarthy says she doesn’t want to see her clothes in a different section just because they include options for larger women.

“I don’t like the segregated plus section,” the actress told Refinery 29. “You’re saying: ‘You don’t get what everybody else gets. You have to go shop up by the tire section.’ “ Melissa McCarthy Seven7 sizes run from 4 through 28, and she is advocating for doing away with the “plus-size” label because, as she says, “Women come in all sizes.”

“Seventy percent of women in the United States are a size 14 or above, and that’s technically ‘plus-size,’ so you’re taking your biggest category of people and telling them, ‘You’re not really worthy.’ I find that very strange,” McCarthy said. “I also find it very bad business. It doesn’t make a lot of sense numbers-wise. It’s like, if you open a restaurant and you say, ‘We’re primarily gonna serve people that don’t eat.’ “ A woman of substance herself,

McCarthy knows of what she speaks.

Not only did she aspire to be a fashion designer in her younger years (she moved to New York in the 1980s to attend the Fashion Institute of Technology), but McCarthy -who has recently shed some pounds -- has long had problems finding clothing she likes in her size.

“Even starting with ‘Girlmore Girls,’ (I’d say to the costume designer,) ‘Let’s rip the bottom off.

Can I put different sleeves on it? If I rip this sweater apart, can you make a hat out of it?’ “ she said. “And then when I would go out and shop by myself, I guess I was always kind of repeatedly disappointed that things skewed so much older or so much younger.”

The star of the forthcoming “Ghostbusters” reboot now has a better relationship with jeans, having designed some she feels work better for larger women. She’ll see her line debut at retailers like Nordstrom, HSN and Lane Bryant. Some of the stores have agreed to her request to display her clothing with all the other sizes, she said.

Nicki Minaj wax figure has drawn undesirable attention from many fans.

Minaj statue repeatedly groped, getting a rethink

Melissa McCarthy says she don’t like to segregate plus section.

NICKI Minaj is getting a redesign.

Madame Tussaud’s has responded to the criticism and fondling of its wax figure of Minaj – on all fours with her behind in the air – by saying it will rethink the display, according to The Guardian, even though Minaj herself has said she loves it.

The wax likeness has become a magnet for tourists who want to do everything from pat her behind to simulate sex acts, which they

then often post on social media.

“It is unfortunate that this visitor decided to behave so inappropriately and we apologize for any offense this has caused,” the museum said in a statement. “We do have staff monitoring guest behavior in the attraction and do our utmost to ensure our wax figures are treated respectfully, but on this occasion clearly one of of our hosts was not present.”

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Garvey’s home to be transformed into heritage site THE childhood home of Marcus Garvey is to be refurbished and transformed into a heritage site.

Minister of Youth and Culture Minister Lisa Hanna, who made the announcement, says government wants to create a place for people to visit and pay tribute to the “outstanding Jamaican” and the country’s first national

The Jamaican government wants to create a place for people to visit and pay tribute to the “outstanding Jamaican” and the country’s first national hero.

hero.

“It was he who said that ‘a people without knowledge of their past history, origin and culture is like a tree without roots’. Let us continue to embrace our rich cultural

heritage and pass on the memories and traditions to the next generation,” stated a message from Hanna, read at a ceremony to commemorate Garvey’s 128th birthday on Monday.

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Entertainment O’Donnell admits she’s not a “perfect” mom after teenage daughter found

Morgan Freeman and granddaughter E’dena Hines. (Internet image)

Boyfriend of Freeman’s granddaughter charged with her murder THE live-in boyfriend of actor Morgan Freeman’s granddaughter was charged on Monday with her murder, police said.

E’Dena Hines, 33, was found fatally stabbed early on Sunday in a street near her apartment in the city’s Washington Heights neighbourhood, according to the New York Police Department.

She had suffered multiple

stab wounds to the torso and was pronounced dead at a nearby hospital.

Lamar Davenport, 30, was taken into custody and transferred to a hospital for mental evaluation, police said.

Davenport had been seen by witnesses attacking Hines, yelling “Get out, devils. I cast you out, devils,” according to reports in the Daily News and New York Post.

NEW details are emerging in regards to where Rosie O’Donnell’s daughter was during her disappearance.

E! News can confirm 17-year-old Chelsea O’Donnell was found at the New Jersey home of 26-yearold Steven Sheerer, who has an arrest record. Police say Sheerer had met Chelsea previously when she was visiting Long Beach Island.

“All of our information is that she was there voluntary,” Lt. Keith Germain of the Barnegat Police Department told E! News exclusively.

“We don’t have anything that indicates that there would be criminal charges at this point.”

He added, “It looks like she ran away from up there and came down here and ended up at his residence.” Germain could not classify or put a label on their relationship.

Rosie took to Twitter

throughout the day Wednesday to reveal new information about the man who was found with her daughter. After discovering Sheerer’s past trouble with the law, the comedian couldn’t help but speak out.

“No mom is perfect,” she tweeted to a follower. “We all do our best.”

She added, “When someone u love is drowning in the rapids—u throw everything u can into the water –hoping they will grab on –stay afloat #Believe.”

Police have confirmed to E! News that Sheerer had been arrested on multiple offenses since 2012, including driving while intoxicated, heroin possession and disorderly conduct.

Rosie O’Donnell admits that she is not a perfect mum to her teenage daughter.

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Labour leadership: Party needs ‘real democracy’, says Corbyn JEREMY Corbyn has pledged to use the backing of party members to force Labour MPs to support his agenda if he is elected leader.

Calling for “real democracy”, the left-winger said MPs should not “stand in the way” of “empowering party members”.

But fellow leadership candidate Yvette Cooper said his election could lead to a split in the party.

Polls suggest Mr Corbyn is frontrunner in the race. The other candidates are Liz Kendall and Andy Burnham.

The new leader will be announced on 12 September.

It comes as figures obtained by the BBC show the vast majority of 189,000 trade unionists who have registered as affiliated supporters to vote in the election are members of unions supporting Mr Corbyn.

The Unite union alone accounts for 110,000. Unison and the Communications Workers Union have signed up a further 40,000.

‘EMPOWERING MEMBERS’ A number of Labour MPs have warned about the impact of Mr Corbyn winning the leadership.

Simon Danczuk, the Rochdale MP, told the BBC “the vast majority in the Parliamentary Labour Party... will not like the direction of travel” if the left-winger wins.

of occasions since his election as the MP for Islington North, in London, in 1983, said he had always rebelled on a point of principle.

Polls suggest that Jeremy Corbyn is the frontrunner in the race.

Ms Kendall has also indicated she may be willing to join the Labour for the Common Good group, which also includes Chuka Umunna and Tristram Hunt, and is seen as a potential resistance faction against a Corbyn leadership.

But speaking to the Independent newspaper, Mr Corbyn said he would “absolutely” use support from the membership “to push our agenda up to the parliamentary party and get them to follow that.”

He said MPs are “not the entirety of the Labour Party”, adding: “I want to see real democracy so this election gives a very strong mandate for change within our society.”

Mr Corbyn, who has voted against the Labour leadership on hundreds

‘PLUCKING INCIDENTS’ Ms Cooper told the BBC’s World at One the party appeared “to be polarising” between “different extremes”.

“I just don’t think the extremes of the party are the right place to be and are true to our values and the things we need to do to change the country for the future,” she said.

Ms Kendall praised the Common Group, saying: “It’s a great idea. If I’m invited I would certainly go along.”

Meanwhile one of Mr Corbyn’s prominent supporters - former leadership candidate Diane Abbott accused his opponents of “plucking” incidents from his career to try and discredit him.

Mr Corbyn has admitted meeting controversial Lebanese activist Dyab Abou Jahjah - who is banned from the UK over his views on the Middle East.

Mr Corbyn said he met “many thousands of people” and that “doesn’t mean that I share their views”.

Ms Abbot added: “To try and build a case on the basis of guilt by association is very wrong”. (BBC)

The man who handed over the sign says the Pope was well aware of the message.

Pope holds Malvinas sign urging Argentine-UK talks POPE Francis has been photographed in the Vatican holding a sign calling for Argentine-UK talks about the Falkland Islands, called Malvinas in Argentina.

The pontiff is from Argentina.

He received the sign from Gustavo Hoyo, leader of a campaign for dialogue on the islands, during a papal audience.

A senior Vatican official told the BBC that Pope Francis “did not know and did not realise what was written on it”.

In 1982 UK forces defeated Argentine troops, who had invaded the Falklands.

The war left Argentina and the UK still disputing the islands’ sovereignty - but a UN resolution has called for dialogue to reach a settlement.

The sign held by the Pope on

Wednesday said: “It’s time for dialogue between Argentina and the United Kingdom over the Falkland Islands.’’

Vatican official Ciro Benedittini said that “during the general audience many people hand the Pope different items”. He said the Pope was unaware of the message on the sign, “so there is no endorsement of what was written”.

However, Mr Hoyo told Argentina’s Clarin newspaper that “when he (the Pope) passed by, I explained what this was about and he kindly took the placard and got the picture taken.

“He could have chosen not to do it, but he did.”

Until March 2013, Pope Francis was Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio of Buenos Aires.

South Korea evacuation after shelling on western border SOUTH Korea has ordered the evacuation of residents from an area of its western border after an exchange of fire with North Korea, reports say.

North Korea fired a shell at a South Korean military unit on Thursday, prompting the south to retaliate with several artillery rounds, the South’s defence ministry said.

South Korea’s National Security Council is due to hold an emergency session.

The western sea border has long been a flashpoint between the two Koreas.

North Korea fired a projectile towards Yeoncheon, a town northwest of Seoul, at 15:52 local time (06:52 GMT), the defence ministry said.

Reports suggest the target could have been a loudspeaker broadcasting anti-Pyongyang messages.

The South then fired “dozens of rounds of 155mm shells” towards where they thought the rocket was launched from, the ministry added in a statement.

There were no immediate reports of any injuries or damage on either side.

The two Koreas remain

North and South Korea have exchanged cross-border fire several times in recent years (file photo).

technically at war, because the 19501953 war ended in an armistice, not a peace treaty.

The two sides have exchanged cross-border fire several times in recent years.

A local official told AP news agency that about 80 residents in Yeoncheon had been evacuated, with other residents in the area also urged to take shelter.

The latest incident comes amid heightened tensions between the North and South.

Seoul has blamed the North for planting a landmine that injured two South Korea soldiers earlier this month.

Since then, the sides have begun blasting propaganda broadcasts from loudspeakers along the border - restarting a practice both had suspended back in 2004.

South Korea and the US also began annual joint military exercises on Monday - they describe the drills as defensive, but North Korea calls them a rehearsal for invasion. (BBC)

Donald Trump says he is concerned that children born to illegal parents in the US are entitled to “social security, Medicare and education.

Trump emphasises that he wants ‘birthright’ citizenship to end NOT every Republican contender agrees with Donald Trump on ending “birthright” citizenship, but he’s not backing down.

The Constitution’s 14th Amendment grants citizenship to people “born or naturalised” in the U.S., but Trump said on Wednesday ahead of a New Hampshire townhall forum that “a lot of people” think that does not apply to “anchor babies” born in America to

noncitizen parents.

Such babies, Trump said, are then entitled to “Social Security, Medicare, education. Give me a break! It doesn’t work that way. The parents have to come in legally.”

Some Trump rivals embrace limiting “birthright,” but ex-Texas Gov. Rick Perry said during a swing through Iowa that he would rather focus on boosting border security now.

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World News Bible-quoting, drunk Kentucky man digs up father’s grave IT was a grave act.

A Kentucky man attempted to dig up his long-dead father in a drug and booze-fuelled nighttime odyssey so his body could go to heaven, police said.

Michael May, 44, was caught digging at Pilot Baptist Cemetery in Stanford on Monday night.

Lincoln County constable Delbert Mitchell stopped when he saw a truck parked at the cemetery, LEX18 reported.

When Mitchell confronted May, the grave digger began belting out Bible quotes.

“He started hollering out verses at me,” Mitchell said. “He told me he was trying to dig his dad up, so his dad could go to heaven.”

May was charged with violating a grave, possession of marijuana and public intoxication and booked into Lincoln County Regional Jail.

The man’s father reportedly died more than 30 years ago.

In a jailhouse interview, May told LEX18 he didn’t believe he was desecrating the grave and

Michael May, 44, was caught digging up his father’s grave in Kentucky — and his reason wasn’t quite miraculous.

claimed the Bible told him to do it.

“I see the truth,” May said, adding, “He needs to be on the ground. Not under it.”

He left open the possibility that he’d try to dig his father up again.

“If the truth doesn’t come out and nobody sees the truth,” May said, “yeah, I’ll do it again.”

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Slovakia: We’ll only take Christian migrants AS Europe grapples with how to handle an unprecedented wave of migrants trying to cross its borders illegally, many of them fleeing brutal conflict in Syria, Slovakia has announced that it only wants to take in Christians.

Slovakian Interior Ministry spokesman Ivan Netik told CNN his country’s approach wasn’t down to discrimination, but rather practical concerns around integration and the likely desire of migrants to want to stay in Slovakia long term.

Slovakia has only a tiny Muslim community, he said, and there are no mosques -- making it hard for Muslim migrants to integrate, Netik said.

“That’s the reason we want to mostly choose people, who really want to start a new life in Slovakia,” he said. “And Slovakia as a Christian country can really help Christians from Syria to find a new home in Slovakia.”

EU member states agreed last month to take in more than 32,000 migrants to ease the burden on Italy and Greece, where by far the largest numbers have arrived. Another 8,000 should be allocated by the end of the year, EU commissioner for migration Dimitris Avramopoulos said.

Most migrants who reach Europe are from Syria, Afghanistan and

Most migrants who reach Europe are from Syria, Afghanistan and African nations, fleeing conflict or poverty.

African nations, fleeing conflict or poverty.

But Slovakia has made clear it is opposed to the idea of EU quotas on migrants.

“It’s nothing against religion, it’s not about discrimination, but it will be very false and insincere solidarity if we take now more than 1,000 people to Slovakia who don’t want to live in Slovakia,” Netik said.

“You can’t force somebody to live somewhere. Most of them will leave in (a) few days to Germany, Great

Britain or Scandinavian countries.

It’s not a solution, it’s not help.”

However, if Muslims do decide to come to Slovakia and apply for asylum, they will enter into the normal process, he added.

At the same time, the German government said it expects up to 800,000 asylum seekers to come to Germany this year -- four times as many as in 2014.

The revised forecast was published Wednesday by German Interior Minister Thomas de Maiziere.

UK: Sex offences on trains and stations reach record level The remains of some of the victims have been released to their families.

Bangkok bomb: Two suspects hand themselves in TWO men identified as suspects in the Bangkok bombing have handed themselves in to police, insisting they are tour guides, authorities say.

They were seen in security camera footage before Monday’s blast at the Erawan Shrine, which killed 20 people.

The men, in red and white T-shirts, rose from a bench shortly before the main suspect, in yellow, sat down and left behind his backpack.

Police told the BBC they believe the man in yellow is still in Thailand.

Dozens of people were injured in the explosion, with some losing limbs.

Officers are now questioning the pair caught in the video.

The police had said that at

least 10 people were suspected of involvement in the attack, and that the prime suspect was foreign.

Earlier on Thursday, Col Winthai Suvaree, a spokesman for the ruling military junta, said the preliminary conclusion was that it was “unlikely” the attack was the work of an international terror group.

However, he later told Associated Press that a global terrorism link had not been ruled out, saying: “We still have to investigate in more detail.”

The BBC’s Jonathan Head in Bangkok says police are also questioning a tuk-tuk taxi driver who drove the main suspect to the shrine, but are making slow progress in identifying the name and nationality of the man in yellow.

THE number of recorded sexual offences on trains and at stations has risen 25% to a record level, British Transport Police (BTP) figures suggest.

BTP recorded 1,399 sexual offences in 2014-15 in England, Scotland and Wales - up 282 on the previous year.

Recorded violent crimes also increased - up 8% to 9,149 - but overall crime fell for the 11th year in a row.

The force said the rise in sex crime figures was mainly due to a campaign to encourage reporting of these offences.

Project Guardian launched in 2013 with the aim of reducing sexual assault and unwanted sexual behaviour on public transport in London, after a survey suggested that 90% of such attacks went unreported.

Officers in uniform and colleagues in plain clothes were deployed to patrol London’s transport network to identify offenders and prevent crime.

That led to a campaign called “Report It to Stop It” which was launched in April this year to

Comparing 2014-15 with 2013-14 sexual offences increased 25% from 1,117 to 1,399.

tackle sexual assault on the London Underground.

However, this campaign accompanied by a video in which a female commuter is increasingly hounded by a persistent male and eventually groped - came after the period in which these annual crime figures were collated.

BTP officers are responsible for policing all railway stations and trains - including the London

Underground - in England, Scotland and Wales.

The figures, which cover the 12 months to the end of March, show most of the sexual offences were against women and girls.

Deputy Chief Constable Adrian Hanstock called the rise in violent crime a “concern”.

“It is worth noting that the chances of being a victim of any crime are small,” he said.

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Brama Kumaris

Raja Yoga Meditation Centre Turks and Caicos Islands

Telephone 946-4760 & 332-4101

www.bkwsu.com Email: bkpadma@bkwsutci.com

FOR SALE

August 22 - 28, 2015

946-4664 Fax: 946-4661

Email: tcnews@tciway.tc

Website: tcweeklynews.com

FLOWER GIRL

Wanted urgently

Floral Designer

Must have thorough knowledge in the floral business with 3-5 years experience.

Call: 231-3788

Construction scaffold and roof tiles for sale CONTACT: 431-1591 OR 231-3788

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FOOD SERVICE MANAGER One cabinet maker WANTED Beautiful Furniture Wants

Massage Therapist

;;Minimum 10 years experience ;;International recognized culinary qualifications ;;Ability to supervise, train, motivate and mentor team members ;;Strong communication and interpersonal skills ;; Previous international work experience, ideally in the Caribbean

Candidates should apply to info@ bohioresort.com or PO Box 179, Grand Turk Please include a covering letter, resume and references with all applications.

BLUE WATER CATERING

Church of God (North Caicos) is looking for one

Is looking for

Catering Helpers To work 6 days per week salary $6.25 per hour. contact: 649-946-4180

pastor To work seven days per week.

Interested persons.

contact 243-6890 or 344-6060.

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Job description: • Projecting total costs of job, preparing written estimates • Preparing furniture and cabinet drawing • Preparing cutting lists of all cabinet items • Responsible for arranging knockdown of cabinet and furniture Qualifications: • Knowledge of graphic designs using Photoshop • Ability to use all furniture machines/tools to cut wood

For interviews please contact 347-3105 or 242-4844

CAICOS EXPRESS AIRWAYS LTD.

Requires a PILOT With the following minimum qualifications: • Total time 1200 hours minimum • 600 hours multi-engine • 200 hours on Type C402 • License: Commercial Pilot • Multi-engine and Instrument ratings • Radiotelephone license • First Class medical certificate • Should be between 25 – 40 years old • Salary commensurate with experience • Must be willing to work weekends and holidays

– $7.00 per hour

Sales clerk

ONLY

– $7.00 per hour

2 Labourers – $6.25 per hour

Maintenance Worker – $7.00 per hour

2 Domestic Workers – $6.25 per hour

Contact: 245-6962

$33

PER WEEK

CALL 946-4664

WANTED The job requires an understanding of liquid waste processing and recycling. You will be conversant with QuickBooks and be computer literate.

Please apply in handwriting to P.O. Box 198, Providenciales.

11983

Caribbean Building Materials & Services Ltd. Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands, BWI Phone 649-941-3400 Fax 649-941-3401

11920

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

Concrete Pump Operator Applicant will be responsible for the operation and maintenance of a 36 metre concrete pump. Must have mechanical experience and working knowledge of hydraulic pumps, good working knowledge of booms and have good attention to detail. Applicant must have legible handwriting and be service and safety oriented. Must have held a heavy equipments drivers license for a minimum of 5 years.

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The Wine Cellar is seeking to hire an

Accountant

Heavy Duty Mechanic Applicant must have at least seven years experience with concrete equipment, hydraulics and heavy equipment. Applicant must be able to provide their own tools.

Applicant must be prepared to work late days, evenings, and weekends as the job dictates.

• Analyze financial information to recommend or develop efficient use of resources and procedures, provide strategic recommendations and maintain solutions to business and financial problems.

• Responsible for generating a monthly payroll run, (including the relevant PAYE, National Insurance and National Health Insurance deductions) for all employees.

• Knowledge of Counterpoint and Quickbooks are a must • Apply general knowledge of applicable information technology to meet work needs • Perform any other accounting related task.

Salary depending on experience.

Rig Truck Driver Applicant must have 5 years experience driving a tractor trailer with experience in dump trailers. Mechanical ability would be an asset.

Concrete Tester Applicant will be required to test concrete in the field on a variety of construction sites.

Applicant must have experience with concrete testing, preparing test reports, basic computer knowledge, must be prepared to work late days, evenings, weekends and holidays on occasions as the job dictates. Must have valid driver’s license.

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Please send resume to: Discount Liquors/The Wine Cellar Fax: 946-4871 Or email: info@winecellar.tc NO PHONE CALLS

Nail Technician

IN THIS SPACE!

CBMS

Is looking for a mason to work 6 days per week salary $8.50 per hour contact: 649-242-8191

– $7.50 per hour

Blue Loos Ltd. Is looking for a works supervisor. You must be prepared to deal with a human waste on a daily basis, be able to drive a large stick shift truck, operate a vacuum pump, and do preventative maintenance. ‘

Please fax resumes to (649) 941 3864 or email to info@ caicosexpressairways.com Deadline for receiving resumes is Monday, 24th August 2015 BELONGERS NEED ONLY APPLY 11987

R & R CONSTRUCTION

• Prepare, examine and analyze accounting records, financial statements and other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness and conformance to reporting and procedural standards • Establish tables of accounts and assign entries to proper accounts • Ensure accurate and appropriate recording and analysis of revenues and expenses • Establish and monitor the implementation and maintenance of accounting control procedures • Compile and analyze financial information to prepare entries to accounts, such as general ledger accounts and documents business transactions

• Ability to stain/varnish all types of wood • Ability to arrange designs and plan knockdowns of furniture and cabinets • Knowledge of Auto CAD 2D & 3D, Adobe • 15 years’ experience in cabinet making and design • Graduate of Interior Design • Knowledge of Computer Hardware Troubleshooting • Professional Knowledge of Microsoft Office • Salary based on Qualifications.

ADVERTISE

Please reply with reference and clean police record to: CBMS Ltd. 941-3400 1962

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Natasha’s Consultancy on behalf of a client is looking for:

Mirlande Pierre Is looking for one

Magic Scissors and Pressing

DS VARIETY STORE

LEGRAND ROSELINE BEAUTY SALON Is looking for a

HOUSEKEEPER/ CAREGIVER

One Hairdresser – to work 5 days per week at $6 per hour

Ocean Outback is looking to hire one

Dive Master Interested persons contact 231-0824 Solid Construction Is looking for one

labourer to work at a salary of $6.50 per hour.

Interested persons contact 241-8005 or 232-1124. 11966

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• Must be a holder of SEACH -196/359/363/53 • Must have a clean driver’s license • Must be willing to commute daily to Chalk Sound • Must be willing to work nights, weekends and holidays • Salary is $8.50 per hour

Seal Security

Is looking for one

security officer to work 4 days a week at a salary of $6.50 per hour. Interested persons please.

contact 441-6220

Interested persons contact 342-0619

tailors To work 6 days per week at a salary of $6.25 per hour. Interested persons please.

contact 342-5450

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NOTICE

labourer To work 6 days

hairdresser To work 6 days

contact: 243-8236

contact: 347-0381

per week salary $6.25 per hour.

La Vista Azul Condominium LVA Management Ltd.

Regulation 7 of the Physical Planning (Development Permission) Regulations, 1990

An Application, REGISTERED PR 12288, by Desarrollos Hotelco Turks and Caicos Ltd for the development of a Ritz-Carlton Hotel Development, has been submitted to the Department of Planning for consideration of development Permission on Parcel 60905/214 and 215 & 60906/225, 226 and 227 GRACE BAY, PROVIDENCIALES. Anyone wishing to make representation(s) may do so in writing to the director of Planning, South Base, Grand Turk or through the Department of Planning, Downtown, Town Centre Mall, Providenciales, within twenty-eight (28) days of publication of this Notice.

Dated 12th August 2015 11985

is looking to hire

Labourer • Must have at least 2 years of experience in working in a resort • Must be able to communicate in English • Must be ready to work 6 days a week and on request • Duties include property exterior cleaning.

• $6 / Hour

107 Turtle Cove Dr. Turtle Cove, Providenciales. Tel: 941 8118

• Salary commensurate with experience.

• Junior Pastry Chef • Must have desire to make it as a Pastry Chef • Be innovative in your work.

• Preferably have experience in dessert making.

• Willing to be part of a busy hard working team, Be able to work 6 days a week.

• Can work on own initiative and be part of a team • Have a customer focused mentality.

Love what you do.

Contact ar@griffithsandpartners.com 11980

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Turquoise Landscaping

Seeking to employ a

Qualified Pastry Chef • Must have at least 10 Years’ Experience.

• Must prove extensive experience in creating high end desserts in an extremely busy environment.

• Have the ability to work under pressure to meet high customer service expectations • Manage inventory and manage purchasing. Manage all food costing.

• Lead staff and show direction and mentor others.

• Being able to create specialty cakes with unique designs.

• Must work 6 days per week

RELIABLE CLEANING SERVICES

per week salary $6.25 per hour.

Professional Services of Jewelry repair

Is looking for a

cleaning supervisor To work 6 days per week at a salary of $6.50 per hour..

Submit applications via fax 941-3338. 11965

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR – CHAMBER OF COMMEERCE

Gardeners/ Labourers • Starting pay- $6.25/hour • Must have previous gardening experience and be familiar with landscaping equipment such as lawn mowers, trimmer etc.

• Must be willing to carry out work such as heavy lifting, digging, weeding, trimming, and plant waste removal • Must be willing to work weekends and holidays • Must have a clean Police Record 11970

Interested persons call 332-4280 to arrange an interview.

Is looking for a

cleaner To work 6 days per week salary $6.25 per hour including public holidays Belonger preferable.

contact: 649-941-5962

11102

The Executive Director is employed by the Board of Directors of the Providenciales Chamber of Commerce, and it responsible for effectively leading the organization such that it successfully achieves its mission of service to its members and to the Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors and the Turks and Caicos Islands. The Executive Director will carry out day to day functions of the Providenciales Chamber of Commerce, will act as the main point of contact for the Chambers, will manage and oversee Chambers of Commerce member events and community activities, and will

perform other duties as necessary in upholding the mission statement of the Providenciales Chamber of Commerce.

• Leadership and teamwork, networking skills • Business, marketing , website • Experience in strategic planning, budgeting, volunteer management • Communication skills in oral and written in English • Ability to influence and motivate others with sound vision and judgement • Fundraising

To apply, email your resume to provochambertci@gmail.com. With references.

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Contact 341-9177

to work 6 days per week at a salary of $6.25 per hour.

Is looking to hire

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contact 431-6890

Is looking for a

11999

– to work 6 days per week at $7 per hour

domestic Worker 11968

432-6633

11984

Text your name and contact number, please no phone calls

One bartender

11981

• Full time, 9am - 4pm, Mon - Sat. $6.50/hr Wheeland Area • Provide own transportation • Clean, laundry, help with meal preparation.

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Is looking to hire one

labourer CLIFFORD LIVINGSTON HAMILTON

Is looking for one

Is looking for a

domestic

worker

To work 6 days per week at a salary of $6.25 per hour.

Interested persons please.

Sales Associate

contact 342-2065

Salary $8.00 per hour P.O. Box 954

CAICOS EXPRESS AIRWAYS is looking for a

C & S PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

11961

11992

Acting on behalf of our client is looking for a

Baggage Live-In Handler Babysitter To work 6 days per to work 7 days 11101

week salary $200.00 per week must be able to do domestic worker.

Jermall Fulford Is looking to hire one

Is looking for one

is looking for 2

Is seeking for a

contact: 244-8525

Building Materials

per week salary $6.50 per hour.

contact: 649-231-0298

11110

labourer

To work 5 days per week at a salary of $5.00 per hour.

Interested persons please.

contact 241-4104

11979

labourer Salary $8 per hour.

Interested persons

contact 341-9595

11964

Is looking on behalf of our clients, Kishco Traiding/ Taylor Variety Store, New Style Barbershop, Joel Tattoo, Hernandez Professional Electrical, Designing Image Beauty Salon, Dominique Beauty Salon, Sanchez & Williams Cafe.

1 Electrician 2 Cosmetologist 1 Art Tattoo Painter 2 Bar Maid

barber to work 6 days contact: 241-5922

Belonger only may apply at hernandezemploymentservices.8@gmail.com not later then August 30, 2015.

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per week salary $6.25 per hour

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NOTICE OF SALE BY PUBLIC AUCTION Scotiabank (Turks & Caicos) Ltd. of Cherokee Road, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands hereby gives notice of its intention to sell by Public Auction the following properties pursuant to its power of sale as registered Chargee under the Registered Land Ordinance of the Turks and Caicos Islands.

1. Parcel 61109/4 Long Bay Hills, Providenciales.

Single storey main house with two bedrooms, one bathroom, kitchen, dining/living room, family room and laundry room and an apartment unit with one bedroom, one bathroom, kitchen and living/ dining room on 1.021 acre.

Registered Proprietor: Rickanro Samarl Lightbourn

2. Parcel 60900/288 Leeward Going Through, Providenciales.

Single storey main house with three bedrooms, two bathrooms, kitchen, laundry room, living/dining room and an apartment unit with one bedroom, one bathroom, kitchen and living/dining room on 0.36 acre.

Registered Proprietors: Mark Andrew Knighton and Julie Margaret Knighton The auction will be held at the office of Scotiabank (Turks and Caicos) Limited, Grace Bay Branch, Providenciales at 10 o’clock in the morning on Friday the 28th day of August 2015.

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

11982

bartenders and a bar maid

To work 6 days per week at a salary of $6.25 per hour.

Interested persons call 243-6431 11982

Hernandez Human Resources

2 Barbers 3 Sales Persons 1 Store Room Inventory Clerk

11110

contact 244-4007

11978

To work at a salary of $5.00 an hour, for 5 days a week. Interested persons please.

Frandy Jean

MASON Needed to work 6 days per week salary $10.00 per hour send resume to: Misick & Stanbrook, Leeward Highway, Providenciales. telephone: 946-4732 fax: 946-4734 email: info@ misickstanbrook.tc

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Island Drilling

CLASSIFIEDS 33 JR Construction PLS Judy Minibar

LABOURER (GROOMING ASSISTANT/KENNEL ATTENDANT)

;; Experience is essential. No less than five years consecutive and verifiable experience in grooming and animal behavior will be accepted.

References will be required. ;; Must be able to: ;; Read, write and speak the English language. ;; Be prompt and ready to work when your shift starts at 5:45 am ;; Bathe dogs in preparation for grooming, including comb outs, brush outs, stripping, detangling, de-matting and clipping. ;; Must have knowledge of proper mixing and application of specific shampoos and conditioners. ;; Must observe and notify groomer/manager of ANY abnormalities on pet (ie. Scabs, fleas, ticks, sores, anal gland issues, “hot spots”, skin conditions, eye infections, ear infections, or diarrhea ;; Must be able to de-tick manually and use chemicals safely and responsibly. ;; Nail trimming and ear cleansing. ;; Cleaning of animal quarters, both outside and inside, bathing area and grooming area. ;; Laundering and drying towels and blankets. ;; Cleaning of grooming equipment including but not limited to Clippers, blades, scissors, tables, dental tools, etc. ;; Inventory control using Microsoft excel and Quickbooks. ;; Interaction with customers, friendly and pleasant attitude. ;; Proper handling of transactions for payment of

services. ;; Feeding and watering of animals during business hours. ;; Administration of prescribed medications. ;; When handling of puppies, demonstrated use of proper decontamination techniques are used before entering and leaving runs. ;; Clean up animal quarters and kennels with disinfectants. ;; Clean up of fecal matter and spraying runs with disinfectants. ;; Exercising and handling the animals. ;; Reports to administration abnormalities with animals excrement, containment areas, security and condition. ;; Cleaning of food and water containers using sanitary methods. ;; Empty vacuum cleaner and clean filter when needed. ;; Removal of solid waste at close of business every day. ;; Maintenance of grounds where the facility is located, ie, foliage control, reporting of water system leaks, removal of debris found, sweeping of walk ways, etc. ;; HEAVY LIFTING REQUIRED ;; Must have own transportation and be willing to transport animals in vehicle. ;; Following directions of administration as required. ;; Hourly rate starting at 6.00 per/hour and will be based upon experience.

Please send resume/CV to sharwind2002@yahoo.com or call Pampered Paws at 431-1119 between 7 am and 7pm. Only qualified persons will be interviewed. Turks Islanders will be given preference.

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Island Synergy

is seeking a

Yoga/Barre/Fitness Instructor

The applicant is required to have at minimum a 200 hour Yoga Alliance Certification/Group Fitness & Barre Certification, plus current Liability Insurance and CPR Certification. Also have a minimum of 3 years teaching experience and have been actively teaching recently. Be willing and available to teach mornings, evenings, weekends and public holidays as the schedule dictates. The successful applicant must speak English and have the ability to connect with complete strangers on a personal level and demonstrate the ability to teach a safe, fun, and creative class with a genuine interest in student success. Compensation will vary depending on number of classes but on average $250 a week.

Applicants must send a resume, along with all copies of required certifications and a photo to Kim Mortimer, of Island Synergy at kim@yogatci.com. Applications close Friday 4th of September, with a starting date of approximately mid October.

August 22 - 28, 2015

JOB VACANCY We are presently seeking an enthusiastic and qualified individual to join our team as

Branch Manager To manage our Turks and Caicos Branch Operation

• Applications are invited from suitably qualified individuals with at least five (5) year’s experience in an Insurance related field to fill this position.

• Only suitable candidates will contacted for an interview.

Please submit your Resume via email to humanresources@caribbeanalliance.com For further details on our company please visit the following website – www.caribbeanalliance.com

Unit G203, 2ND Floor , Regent Village West, Grace Bay, P.O Box 641, Providenciales Turks & Caicos Islands Cell: 649 331-3890 Tel: 649 946-8504 Fax: 649 946 8506. Email: bsd@tciway.tc

Building Services Design Ltd. is currently seeking suitably qualified individuals to fill the following positions.

MECHANICAL ENGINEER The successful applicant must be a member of American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) and competent in the design of HVAC systems: Duties shall include preparation of standard detail drawings including sections and isometrics of various mechanical services such as HVAC, plumbing, sanitary, sprinkler systems, swimming pools etc. using Auto CAD software.

ELECTRICAL DESIGN ENGINEER The successful applicant must be competent in the design of electrical systems: Power generation and distribution of power supply, performing electrical calculations, sizing equipment and performing computer analysis of alternate systems; must also be competent in the design of fire alarm systems and communication systems using the latest Auto Cad software.

All applicants must be familiar with USA Codes and Regulations and should be a member of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) All applicants must have extensive experience in the installation of, including testing and commissioning of the electrical and mechanical services.

Applicants should have a minimum of 5 (five) years experience and a proven design track record on projects for condominium complexes, hotels, commercial and industrial facilities and residential dwellings.

It is essential that all applicants must have a degree in his/her field obtained from a recognized University and registered with his/her respective Engineering Council/Commission. The successful applicants must have the technical experience for solving design solutions and can work unsupervised in the preparation and issuing of mechanical and electrical design drawings. All applications will be considered from suitably qualified candidates who should forward a copy of their resume including relevant experience to the email/fax address below.

Deadline for Application is September 23rd, 2015 Please fax your application to: -

649-946-8506 – Building Services Design Ltd. Email: accounts@bsd.tc Or mail to: P.O Box 641 Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands Please copy application to: Labour Commissioner Providenciales Turks and Caicos Islands

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Compliance Officer / Money Laundering Reporting Officer Function: (1) Act as point of contact with the Financial Crimes Unit on money laundering and other financial crimes. (2) Write, update and disseminate written policies and procedures related to compliance activities. (3) Provide employee training on compliance related topics, policies, or procedures. (4) Develop compliance policies and communicate to employees and agents.

(5) Provide assistance to internal or external auditors in compliance reviews.

(6) File appropriate compliance reports with regulatory agencies. (7) Monitor compliance systems to ensure their effectiveness. (8) Participate in the review and approval process for new products and services and for high risk businesses. (9) Keep informed regarding pending industry changes, trends, and best practices and assess the potential impact of these changes on organizational processes.

The successful candidate must: • Have at least five (5) years working experience in a financial institution with Core Banking Systems or Remittance Systems familiarity and knowledge; at least three (3) years at the Senior level; and, a minimum two (2) years in Compliance.

• Bachelor of Science degree in Finance • Training, experience and certification in Anti-Money Laundering and Counter Financing of Terrorism policies, procedures and practices • Demonstrated ability to organize and manage a complex product, service and procedures • Possess very strong writing, problem solving and analytical skills • Have a strong understanding of customer and remittance market dynamics and requirements • Be flexible to give support to rotated shifts between 7:00 am – 7:00pm daily, including weekends and public holidays, at various locations in TCI • Be conversant with computer application – ability to handle up to five (5) different applications. Advance excel skill.

Wage: $2,500.00 - $4,000.00 / per month – commensurate with qualification and experience.

Please submit application letter and resume to The Chairman & CEO, NCS eMoney Services, Providenciales, TCI. email: tcihrstaff@gmail.com. The application deadline is August 31, 2015. Suitable candidates will be contacted for an interview.

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NEW STYLE SALON AND BARBER SHOP

LEVAIS LIGE

Charite Alcy

Is looking for a

Requires a

PILOT

Labourer – $6.25 per hour

To work 6 days per week salary $6.25 per hour.

Cook – $7.00 per hour

divers

Kitchen Helper – $6.25 per hour

Cook Helper – $6.25 per hour

To work for pay on commission.

Interested persons.

Waiter/ Bar Attendant

contact: 649-346-3918

DOMESTIC WORKER NEEDED Must be willing to work 5 days per week 8am-5pm salary $6.25 per hour.

11994

11995

– $6.25 per hour.

Contact: 347-2093

Minimum 2 years teaching experience.

11889

call 242-2927

11947

is interested in hiring persons to fill the position of

Sales Person and Assistant Manager additional hours when required • At least 3yrs Experience in similar position

Candidates for Sales Person requirements: • Good Communication Skills • sales experience would be an asset • All candidates must be willing to work with an irregular cruise ship schedule.

PwC (TCI) Ltd. Requires Two (2):

Qualified ACA, ACCA, CPA or ACMA for an Audit Senior role.

Experience in audit required Salary: $40,000 - $50,000 per annum Apply to nick.haywood@tc.pwc.com or Telefax: 649-946-4892, no later than September 2, 2015 Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands & PwC (TCI) Ltd. Requires One (1):

Qualified ACA, ACCA, CPA or ACMA for a Senior Manager.

Experience in audit required Salary: $50,000 - $55,000 per annum Apply to nick.haywood@tc.pwc.com or Telefax: 649-946-4892, no later than September 11, 2015 Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands

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BARTNEDERS NEEDED • Responsible for accurately fulfilling drink orders for clients at the bar and for servers attending tables according to acceptable company standards.

• Responsible for accurately fulfilling food orders from clients at the bar.

• Responsible for maintaining a clean and safe work environment throughout their shift and for the restocking and cleaning of the bar area at the end of each shift.

• Responsible for assisting in the re-stocking of necessary inventory during and after their shifts.

• Responsible for maintaining a well-groomed appearance and pleasant demeanor.

• Responsible for maintaining a presence to clients at all times except when given permission otherwise • Responsible for properly processing payments from clients by credit card or cash ensuring that all information is accurate and when applicable, proper change is given.

• Responsible for the submission of an accurate cash out at the end of each shift to be presented to a manager including a properly filled out cash out submission form that is signed and dated.

• Be available to work holidays and weekends with a flexible schedule.

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Only applicants selected for an interview will be notified. Applications can be obtained from and submitted to Milano Diamond Gallery, Grand Turk Cruise Center 946-2276.

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Responsibilities and Duties, including but not limited to:

Milano Diamond Gallery

Candidates should have as a minimum qualification For assistant Manager: • At least seven years in the Jewelry Industry • A Degree in any Management field • Excellent communication and administrative skill and a strong sense of responsibility • Willingness to work weekends or

• Multi-engine and Instrument ratings • Radiotelephone license • First Class medical certificate • Should be between 25 – 40 years old • Salary commensurate with experience • Must be willing to work weekends and holidays

Please fax resumes to (649) 941 3864 or email to info@ caicosexpressairways.com Deadline for receiving resumes is Monday, 24th August 2015 BELONGERS NEED ONLY APPLY

contact 241-7834

CERTIFIED Kiteboard Instructor

contact: 242-0716

With the following minimum qualifications: • Total time 1200 hours minimum • 600 hours multi-engine • 200 hours on Type C402 • License: Commercial Pilot

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CAICOS EXPRESS AIRWAYS LTD.

Is looking for 2

Is looking to fill the following positions:

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Must be able to lift at least 25 lbs Must be polite and cordial to co-workers and clients at all times Must be willing to work at least 8 hours on his/her feet.

Must be capable of carrying at least 3 dishes with food for delivery to tables.

Must be able to carry a drink tray full with drinks without spilling.

Must be able to multi-task in a high pace high pressure environment.

Must be fully knowledgeable of Micros POS system.

Must have fundamental knowledge of food and beverage and know specials offered Must be able to communicate in English Must possess complete knowledge of the food and drink menus including specialty drinks and specials.

• Must stay apprised of current events including but not limited to specials, and upcoming events.

• Must have complete knowledge of products offered including beer, wine, liquor and non-alcoholic beverages.

• Must have a fundamental understanding of mathematics in order to execute proper change for guests and to prepare cash outs at shift end.

Belongers given preference Pay Commensurate with Experience

Submit resume, certifications and current police record in person to be considered to: manager@somewherecafeandlounge.com 11100

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Job Description:

• Daily management of all aspects of the Resort staff & Supervision of the Sales staff of the Vacation Clubs products and services for the Company.

• RMVCSS will be responsible for recruiting, training, coaching, and performance management of the resort staff and supervision of the sales staff towards the attainment of the budgeted annual goals as defined in the annual budget.

• RMVCSS is to provide supervision to the sales team under the direction of the developer.

Including scheduling and leading weekly, and monthly meetings with the Resort Staff.

• In order to achieve the budget RMVCSS will develop and deliver customized market specific training programs for the resort staff and sales team, including all support staff.

• RMVCSS will also develop compensation plans to attract the top sales talent in the industry.

• RMVCSS will also be responsible for the performance of Company’s VC sales staff, including the attainment of sales revenue, referral harvesting, and profitability objectives as defined and agreed between RMVCSS and the Company. Each year in collaboration with the Company RMVCSS will reivew past years proformance, and develop new annual budgets.

Minimun Job Requirements:

• 10 years or more experience in Resort Management and Vacation Club Sales supervision • Experience in Fractional and Vacation Club Sales • Proven ability to create and train site specific sales processes • Multiple site experience • Must have experience with sales of “Whole Ownership”, “Fractional Ownership”, “Points” and “Weeks”

Resort Manager/Vacation Club Marketing Supervisor (RSVCMS) - Less Than 199 Rooms Job Description:

• Daily management of all aspects of the Resort Staff & Supervision of the Marketing staff for the Vacation Clubs products and services for the Company.

• RMVCMS will be responsible for recruiting, training, coaching, and performance management of the resort staff and supervision of the marketing staff towards the attainment of the budgeted annual goals as defined in the annual budget.

• RMVCMS is to provide supervision to the marketing team under the direction of the developer.

Including scheduling and leading weekly, and monthly meetings with the Resort Staff.

• In order to achieve the budget RMVCMS will develop and deliver customized market specific training programs for the resort staff and marketing team, including all support staff.

• RMVCMS will also develop compensation plans to attract the top marketing talent in the industry.

• RMVCMS will also be responsible for the performance of Company’s VC marketing staff, including the attainment of tour flow, resort occupancy goals and profitability objectives as defined and agreed between RMVCMS and the Company. Each year in collaboration with the Company RMVCMS will reivew past years proformance, and develop new annual budgets.

Senior Commercial & Conveyancing Lawyer Please send applications to reception@savory-co. com or fax 946 4848

YVETTE HANDFIELD/ MY DEE’S is looking for 2

labourer To work 6 days laborers per week salary $6.25 per hour.

contact: 345-2845

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SHEFFIELD A. FORBES

To work 6 days per week salary $6.25 per hour.

fax all resumes to : 649-946-7113 11104

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ARCHITECTURAL DESIGNER/ REVIT OPERATOR An experienced individual is required for the following role: Job Summary • The successful applicant will be expected to undertake the traditional role of a professional Architectural Designer.

• This includes preparing detailed architectural drawings using Autodesk Revit software, planning submissions and preparation of construction documents.

Essential Skills/Experience • Minimum RIBA Parts 1 and 2 Professional Qualification • Excellent skills in Revit Architecture 2014, Autodesk 2015 Building Design Suite, AutoCAD, Photoshop, Sketch-up,

Excel and Word a pre-requisite.

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate well with others.

• Ability to work unsupervised and multitask.

• Salary rated according to experience, between $3k & $4k per month.

• Interested applicants should contact Mr. C Davies via e-mail by August 28th 2015 with current CV to info@coasttci.com or in writing to the address below.

• Only applicants meeting the minimum requirements listed above will be contacted for interview within 5 days • of receipt of their application.

Only suitably qualified Turks & Caicos Islanders need apply.

Coast Architects, 82 Cherokee Road, PO Box 941, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands

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Minimun Job Requirements:

• 10 years or more experience in Resort Management and Vacation Club Marketing supervision • Experience in Fractional and Vacation Club Marketing • Proven ability to create and train site specific marketing processes • Multiple site experience • Must have experience with marketing of “Whole Ownership”, “Fractional Ownership”, “Points” and “Weeks”

Project Staffing Time Line 2015 - 2016 – We will need the following staff for the Resort and Vacation Club Projects for Caribbean Vacation Club Ltd., to include 15 imported employees and 7 hired locally, total of 22 employees, resulting in a staff mix of 68% Imported and 32% Local: • A Resort Manager / Vacation Club Supervisor – Randy Boatwright • A Resort Manager / Vacation Club Marketing Supervisor – Amanda Roberts • An Administrative Assistant to be hired locally • An Assistant Vacation Club Sales Supervisor to be imported – to be added later • 12 Vacation Club Sales Clerks to be imported – to be added later • 6 Vacation Club Sales Clerk trainees to be hired locally – to be added later

MILLS INSTITUTE’S ‘HOPE’ AUTISM CLASSROOM

Registration for the first Autism Model Classroom is ongoing!

Features: • Trained teachers • Individual education plans • Center-based learning • Social skills program (SCERTS)

• Year-round teaching (including summer) • Small classroom size • One on one teaching • Progress reports & weekly notes

All locally hired personnel will be required to complete the fully customized “Caribbean Vacation Club Academy” training during their first year of employment. Mr. Boatwright bases this training upon the proven Resort / Vacation Club sales and marketing processes he has developed for the industry over the past 20 years, including his “Boatwright Boot Camp” which focuses on “Consumer Centric” resort guest experience, and is accredited by ARDA (American Resort Development Association).

Please contact our Educational/Classroom Consultant, Dr. Kathy Bosivert at 649-245-9718 to find out if this class is right for your child!

For more information about registering please contact MILLS Institute 649-946-5563 or millsinstitue@gmail.com

Contact: 946 4180

SPACE IS LIMITED SO RESERVE TODAY!!

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JAMES & CLEOMIE BASSETT Is seeking a

FULL-TIME NANNY NEEDED The applicant must be honest, reliable and MUST be good with young children past experience is a MUST please provide at least two references salary $6.25 per hour

REQUIREMENTS: Must be willing to live-in, work long hours weekends and holidays and must be available at short notice to work late, travel as necessary Must be able to drive and speak English

Contact: 649-331-6970 111245

W & F VARIETY STORE Is looking for a

MERCEDES BEAUTY SALON

IT AND GENERAL MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

Salon Helper

Required for a large vacation home and parttime rental villa located on Providenciales.

Is looking for a

To work 6 days per week salary $6.25 per hour. contact: 649-346-9905 11123

SUPER MAIDS & JANITORIAL SERVICES Is looking to fill the following Positions:

Sales Person contact: 341-6898

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Housekeepers Maids Cleaners Salary $6.25 per hour

Contact: 649-946-4180

Main responsibilities will include maintenance of the various electronic systems of the property and upkeep and caretaking of the property.

The Applicant must:

• Be able to carry out general maintenance around the property • Have superior communication (oral and written), customer service and interpersonal skills • Outstanding analytical, problem-solving and troubleshooting ability • Must have valid driver’s license and be able to drive 2 wheel and 4-wheel vehicle • Will be required to live at the property in service quarters and to make themselves available for assistance of the employer and family or rental guests on short notice day or night • Be able to drive and escort guests of the villa to different locations • Run errands related to the up keep and functioning of the property • Inspects plumbing for leaks, clean aerators on faucet • Clear dead plants, shrubs from the house • Treatment of sinks, floors and tiles with disinfectants • Ability to multi-task and prioritize effectively • Both independent and team worker as required • MS Office proficiency and tracking software familiarity • Poised and patient when dealing with clients • Must have advanced IT skills in order to maintain and repair various automated systems at the property • Must be willing to work weekends and public holidays

All interested candidates must submit their resume to TWA MARCELIN WOLF, P.O. Box 209, Chancery Court, Providenciales

SAILROCK DEVELOPMENT LIMITED is seeking a qualified candidate for

Director Of Sales And Marketing This role’s key responsibilities include driving sales and marketing efforts to generate revenue, create project growth, and foster meaningful relationships with the local brokerage community, prominent local figures, and existing clients as follows: ;; Management Responsibilities: Oversee sales office operations – it is anticipated that the sales office will be open 6 days a week; Recruit and hire a sales office administrator/sales assistant who can provide administrative and sales support (this resource must be capable of manning the sales office at times when Director of Marketing & Sales is conducting on-island tours); Provide direction to sales office administrator relating to required support functions to the sales organization; Offer training for required sales assistance tasks ;; Marketing Responsibilities: Work with Marketing Manager to ensure that marketing strategies and programs are effectively positioning Sailrock; Assist with the cultivation of content to be used on social media platforms daily; Provide details relating to competitive projects and properties, both locally and internationally; Offer feedback relating to prospect tastes and trends; Assist with the development of price modeling for current and future offerings ;; Sales Responsibilities: Identify sales opportunities and assess available options for those opportunities; Qualify new prospects and coordinate South Caicos visits accordingly to tour target properties with prospects; Employ sound strategies to gain prospect commitment and close business opportunities; Liaise with our local attorney’s and guide buyers through required contractual steps of the real estate transaction, including contract review, progress payments, construction status and closing updates, and responding to buyer comments, questions and concerns; Serve as Sailrock’s primary point of contact for all aspects of

buyer communications; Being present at the sales office during times consistent with the hours of other real estate brokerage offices; Promote Sailrock to the Turks & Caicos brokerage community via networking, office presentation, special events and site visits ;; Create marketing relationships with out-of-market groups or agencies to promote and sell Sailrock to overseas investors; Weekly sales updates reporting new prospects, prospect development and sales projections; Utilize CRM for prospecting and sales pipeline management; Maintain relationships with local lending institutions to offer viable purchase financing options; Develop and promote referral program. ;; In addition, the applicant will be responsible to prepare and give extensive guided tours of South Caicos and Sailrock to agents, industry professionals, potential purchasers, investors and key stakeholders. Applicant must be willing to work long hours including weekends and holidays and travel frequently on short notice and spend significant time on South Caicos.

Applicant will have a minimum of 10 years’ experience in marketing and sales working directly for development companies, preferably with experience in Caribbean and out island developments, and have extensive experience in developing sales and marketing strategies for all types of development including land, villa, master planned and both condominium and hotel condominium product. Applicant will also have a minimum of 10 years’ experience as a licensed real estate broker. In addition to the above qualifications, applicants must have strong verbal and written communication skills and be highly organized. Candidates must be able to work well independently and in a team environment, exhibit a positive attitude and an outgoing professional manner.

Salary and benefits commensurate with experience. Qualified candidates should email a CV to shoskins@cmkrealty.com on or before September 4, 2015. Inquires will receive a response within 48 hours.

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Ocean Club Management Is looking for qualified applicants to fill the following vacancies at Ocean Club and Ocean Club West, to begin work mid-September:

• Housekeeper • Housekeeping Inspectress • Houseman • Property Services Attendant • Property Services Supervisor • Gardener

Please drop off resumes at Ocean Club or Ocean Club West to the attention of the Human Resource Manager, or via email to diane@ oceanclubresorts.com Only those receiving an interview will be contacted.

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All applicants must be able to speak English fluently, and be able to present a clean Police Record if offered a position. Individuals must be willing to work holidays and weekends on a flexible schedule dictated by business demands. Preference will be given to someone with previous resort experience. Wage commensurate with experience.

COOK/ GENERAL CARETAKER Needed for a large vacation home and part-time rental villa located on Providenciales.

Main responsible will include preparing meals and attending to the employer’s family and rental guests and general caretaking of the property

The applicant:

• Must have knowledge and ability to prepare both simple and complex dishes, be able to follow recipes precisely or improvise where necessary and must be experience with food storage, preparation and sanitary procedure.

• Must be proficient in laundry services, general cleaning, purchasing of grocery and household items taking guests to and from the airport, running general errands.

• Must have excellent customer service skills and must possess a polished appearance and a professional demeanor with friendly, courteous and professional manners.

• Must be willing to work weekends and public holidays and demonstrate the ability to ensure all tasks are completed in a timely and systematic manner.

• Will be required to live at property in service quarters and to make themselves available for assistance of the employer and family or rental guests on short notice at any hour, day or night.

• Must have a valid Driver’s License.

• Must be good with children and with pets.

• Must be computer and email literate.

• Must be able to do simple accounts and manage a household supplies float.

All interested candidates must submit their resume to: TWA MARCELIN WOLF, P.O. Box 209, Chancery Court, Providenciales

ARE LOOKING TO HIRE:

• Cashiers • Grocery Stockers • Delivery Drivers • Cleaners/ Trolley Attendants • Deli Clerks / Servers All of our positions call for committed service friendly individuals who are always willing to “Greet, Offer and Thank” our customers for their patronage and endless support.

If you want to work for a company where Employees, matter more than Sales and Profits, please consider any of the listed positions and apply for preferred position by visiting our Administrative office located on Leeward Highway, Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 5:30 pm.

Job Specifications: • Outgoing and friendly personality • Strong work and interpersonal ethics • Friendly, bubbly personality • Good Mathematical skills and command of the English language

Required documents for employment: (Originals Only) • Proof of TCI Citizenship / Immigration Status • Police Record (obtained within six months) • Passport

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THE TUSCANY RESORT Is looking for a

contact: 941-4667

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To work 6 days per week salary $6.25 per hour

Needed must have experience as an outboard mechanic salary commensurate with experience send resume to: Misick & Stanbrook, Leeward Highway, Providenciales telephone: 946-4732 fax: 946-4734 email: info@ misickstanbrook.tc

MARILYN’S SALON SOUTH CAICOS is looking for a

salon helper To work 6 days per week salary $6.25.

contact: 245-2005 JOSE OVANDO CONSTRUCTION Is looking to fill the following positions

Tile Layer – $10.00 per hour

Secretary – $7.00 per hour

Contact: 331-9854

Momentous Ltd. is seeking qualified individuals for the following openings.

Only candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and requirements will be considered. All candidates must be willing to work unusual hours including weekends and public holidays. All candidates must be non-smokers. Applicants will be required to pass a written skills test. Only suitably qualified Islanders may apply.

Finance Manager / Comptroller Experience & Qualifications:

• Expert knowledge of reporting standards, taxation, and accounting processes • 5+ years experience in budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management and financial reporting • 5+ years experience in corporate tax and planning • Proficient with Microsoft Great Plains and GP Dynamics • Strong communications skills • CA, CPA or equivalent designation

Responsibilities include: • • • •

Monthly, Quarterly and Annual reporting and analysis Management of treasury and cash flows Definition, measurement, analysis and improvement of control processes Advise on strategies and financial structures for expansion and growth

Applications can be submitted online at www.momentous.com.

THE TUSCANY RESORT Is looking for a

Mechanic to work 6 days per week salary $6.25 per hour.

contact: 941-4667

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NOTICE To: The Creditors and Depositors of TCI Bank Limited (In Liquidation) (“the Company”)

My request as the Company’s Official Liquidator to pay a second interim dividend distribution of twenty cents ($0.20) on the dollar ($1.00) was approved on April 21, 2015.

We have been making distributions to those creditors and depositors whose claims have been accepted in the liquidation process. We have a number of distributions for approved claims that have not been collected. If you were a creditor and or depositor of the Bank and have had your claim approved please contact the Bank at the address below or visit the bank with valid identification, such as a passport or driver’s license, to collect your outstanding dividend.

Bank Address: TCI Bank Limited (In Liquidation) F203 Regent Village Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands Telephone: (649) 941-7500 Fax: (649) 941-7501 Email: info@tcibpliquidation.com Mr. Anthony S. Kikivarakis Sr. Official Liquidator TCI Bank Limited (in Liquidation)

TENDER NOTICE

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL TO LEASE OFFICE SPACE TO THE NATIONAL HEALTH INSURANCE BOARD The National Health Insurance Board is inviting suitable Owners with commercial office space for rent to submit a proposal for available office space for the NHIB North Caicos Office.

The needs of the NHIB Office:

• A facility with available utilities and a target size of 700 square feet.

• A location more centrally located to serve the needs of the community.

• A well secured building to better control access to the office. The solicitation package should consist of the following information: • Total square feet available.

• Floor plan • Cost per square feet • Cost of retrofitting the space to the NHIB specifications.

The RFP must provide dates, locations, business license and other information specific to this solicitation. You must provide information about your company, and any subcontractors you wish to utilize, requested in these various attachments, including certain financial and conflict of interest disclosures. Your response to this solicitation is voluntary, but without requested information, we will not be able to consider your proposal.

All proposals must be hand delivered in a sealed envelope addressed to the Chief Executive Officer, National Health Insurance Board, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands

NOTICE TO TENDERES: TENDERS MUST BE SUBMITTED IN A SEALED PLAIN ENVELOPE WITH THE TENDER ENVELOPE LABEL CLEARLY VISIBLE ON THE FRONT. THE ENVELOPE SHOULD NOT INDICATE THE SENDER’S NAME.

TENDER TITLE: PROPOSAL TO LEASE OFFICE SPACE TO THE NATIONAL HEALTH INSURANCE BOARD, UNIT 55/56 SALT MILLS PLAZA, GRACE BAY ROAD, PROVIDENCIALES, TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS.

Tender Closing: Tenders are to be submitted no later than 10:00am on Wednesday, September 9th, 2015.

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August 22 - 28, 2015

Exposure to violent video games a risk factor for increased aggression –report warns A REVIEW of almost a decade of studies has concluded that exposure to violent video games is a risk factor for increased aggression.

This finding has prompted a call for more parental control over violent scenes in video games from the American Psychological Association (APA).

The Daily Mail reports that at a meeting in Toronto earlier this month, the association’s ruling council also called for a video game rating system that took more notice of violence, and for games to be more appropriate to players’ age and psychological development.

“The research demonstrates a consistent relation between violent video game use and increases in aggressive behaviour, aggressive cognitions and aggressive affect, and decreases in pro-social behaviour, empathy and sensitivity to aggression,” the report from the APA task force on violent media found.

The report nevertheless indicated that no single influence led a person to act violently or aggressively.

Rather, it was an “accumulation of risk factors” that resulted in such behaviour, it said.

“The research reviewed here demonstrates that violent video game use is one such risk factor,” it noted.

The experts who conducted the review stopped short of saying that violent games such as Call of Duty

The experts who conducted the review stopped short of saying that violent games such as Call of Duty and Grand Theft Auto led directly to criminal acts, citing a lack of evidence.

and Grand Theft Auto led directly to criminal acts, citing a lack of evidence.

“Scientists have investigated the use of violent video games for more than two decades, but to date there is very limited research addressing whether violent video games cause people to commit acts of criminal violence,” said Dr Mark Appelbaum, who chaired the APA task force.

“However, the link between violence in video games and increased aggression in players is one of the most studied and best established in the field,” he noted.

“We know that there are numerous risk factors for aggressive behaviour.

What researchers need to do now

is conduct studies that look at the effects of video game play in people at risk for aggression or violence due to a combination of risk factors.

For example, how do depression or delinquency interact with violent video game use?”

The APA task force conducted a comprehensive review of more than 300 violent video game studies published between 2005 and 2013.

“While there is some variation among the individual studies, a strong and consistent general pattern has emerged from many years of research that provides confidence in our general conclusions,” Dr Appelbaum noted. (Caribbean360)

The study shows that the longer people worked, the higher were their chances of a stroke.

Working over 8 hours a day raises stroke risk by 33% IT’S now official -working over 8 hours a day increases the risk of stroke by 33%.

Scientists have for the first time quantified the number of hours of work that could cause serious harm. Working 55 hours or more per week is linked to a 33% greater risk of stroke and a more modest (13%) increased risk of developing coronary heart disease compared with working a standard 35 to 40 hour week. The largest study till date on the issue, involving over 6,00,000

individuals will be published in The Lancet on Thursday .

It clearly shows that the longer people worked, the higher their chances of a stroke. In the study, data from 25 studies involving 6,03,838 men and women from Europe, USA and Australia were looked into, with each of them studied for nearly nine years.

The study was carried out by Mika Kivimaki, professor of epidemiology at University College London.

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Low-fat diets ‘better than cutting carbs’ for weight loss CUTTING fat from your diet leads to more fat loss than reducing carbohydrates, a US health study shows.

Scientists intensely analysed people on controlled diets by inspecting every morsel of food, minute of exercise and breath taken.

Both diets, analysed by the National Institutes of Health, led to fat loss when calories were cut, but people lost more when they reduced fat intake.

Experts say the most effective diet is one people can stick to.

It has been argued that restricting carbs is the best way to get rid of a “spare tyre” as it alters the body’s metabolism.

The theory goes that fewer carbohydrates lead to lower levels of insulin, which in turn lead to fat being released from the body’s stores.

“All of those things do happen with carb reduction and you do

lose body fat, but not as much as when you cut out the fat,” said lead researchers Dr Kevin Hall, from the US-based National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases.

In the study, 19 obese people were initially given 2,700 calories a day.

Then, over a period of two weeks they tried diets which cut their calorie intake by a third, either by reducing carbohydrates or fat.

The team analysed the amount of oxygen and carbon dioxide being breathed out and the amount of nitrogen in participants’ urine to calculate precisely the chemical processes taking place inside the body.

The results published in Cell Metabolism showed that after six days on each diet, those reducing fat intake lost an average 463g of body fat - 80% more than those cutting down on carbs, whose average loss was 245g.

Dr Hall said there was no

“metabolic” reason to chose a lowcarb diet.

However, studies suggest that in the real world, where diets are less strictly controlled, people may lose more weight by reducing carbohydrate intake.

Dr Hall told the BBC News website: “If it’s easier to stick to one diet than another, and to ideally do it permanently, then you should choose that diet.

“But if a low-fat diet is better for you, then you are not going to be at a metabolic disadvantage.”

He is now analysing brain scans of the participants to see how the diets affect how rewarding food is.

Doctors Susan Roberts and Sai Das, from Tufts University, said in a commentary that the debate around diets was a source of “intense controversy”.

They said the study had “debunked” many of the claims that low-carbohydrate diets were better,

Cutting down on carbohydrates might not be as effective after all, the study suggests.

but the long-term impact was still unclear.

They added: “The most important message for now is probably that some carbohydrates are all right, especially the healthy whole-grain low-glycaemic-index variety.”

Prof Susan Jebb, from the University of Oxford, said: “The

investigators rightly conclude that the best diet for weight loss is the diet you can stick to.

“All diets ‘work’ if you stick to an eating plan that cuts calories, whether from fat or carbohydrate, but sticking to a diet is easier said than done, especially given the prolonged time it takes to lose weight.” (BBC)

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Salamander preserved in amber for millions of years sheds light on Caribbean evolution

Scientists have so far figured out how to produce 10g of nanofibres per hour.

Carbon nanofibres made from CO2 in the air SCIENTISTS in the US have found a way to take carbon dioxide (CO2) from the air and make carbon nanofibres, a valuable manufacturing material.

Their solar-powered system runs a small current through a tank filled with a hot, molten salt; the fluid absorbs atmospheric CO2 and tiny carbon fibres slowly form at one of the electrodes.

It currently produces 10g per hour.

The team says it can be “scaled up” and could have an impact on CO2 emissions, but other researchers are unsure.

Nonetheless, the approach offers a much cheaper way of making carbon nanofibres than existing methods, according to Prof Stuart Licht of George Washington University.

“Until now, carbon nanofibres have been too expensive for many applications,” he told journalists at the autumn meeting of the American Chemical Society in Boston.

Carbon nanofibres are already used in high-end applications such as electronic components and batteries, and if costs came down they could be used more extensively - improving the strong, lightweight carbon composites used in aircraft and car components, for example.

The question is whether the “onepot” reaction demonstrated by Prof Licht and his team could help to drop that cost.

At the moment 10g of nanofibres - like this sample Dr Licht brought to the conference - can be made per hour The idea of turning CO2 from the air into useful products is a popular one, and the field is strewn with many more unfulfilled promises than success stories.

But Prof Licht is confident his design can succeed. “It scales up very easily - the entire process is quite low energy.”

He also suggested that the system could provide “a reasonable path to bring down CO2 levels in the atmosphere”.

This would involve adopting the reactors on a colossal scale and the idea has raised some eyebrows.

Dr Katy Armstrong, a chemical engineer at the University of Sheffield, said the process was “promising and very interesting on a lab scale” but that Prof Licht’s bigger vision might be problematic.

“As they are capturing CO2 from the air, the process will need to deal with huge volumes of gas to collect the required amount of carbon, which could increase process costs when scaled up,” she told the BBC. Dr Paul Fennell, a chemical engineer and clean energy researcher at Imperial College London, said: “If they can make carbon nanofibres, that is a laudable aim and they’re a worthwhile product to have.

“But if your idea is to take CO2 out of the atmosphere and produce so many carbon nanofibres that you make a difference to climate change - I’d be extremely surprised if you could do that.”

Prof Licht insists it is worth trying.

“There aren’t any catches; there’s a necessity to work together, to test this on a larger scale, to apply some societal resources to do that,” he told BBC News.

Meanwhile, other chemists were impressed by the simple fact that Prof Licht’s team had produced nanofibres from atmospheric carbon.

Dr Dario Corradini was also at the American Chemical Society meeting, presenting his theoretical work on absorbing CO2 with a similar type of electrochemical cell.

“These cells are relatively inexpensive in terms of energy consumption - it’s definitely a realistic approach to producing the nanofibres,” he said. (BBC)

More than 20 million years ago, a baby salamander in the Dominican Republic lost a leg in some kind of misadventure and then somehow became stuck forever in a resin deposit.

The recent discovery of its fossilised remains in an amber mine in a mountainous region between Puerto Plata and Santiago has stunned scientists from Oregon State University (OSU) and the University of California at Berkeley.

The specimen is not only the first salamander fossil ever to be found encased in amber, but is from a never-before-seen and now extinct species.

It also confirms that salamanders once lived in the Caribbean, where they have never been seen since.

“There are very few salamander fossils of any type, and no one has ever found a salamander preserved in amber,” said George Poinar, Jr., a professor emeritus in the OSU College of Science, in a press release.

“And finding it in Dominican amber was especially unexpected, because today no salamanders, even living ones, have ever been found in that region.”

The scientists, who have published their findings about the new salamander in the journal Paleodiversity, have named the creature Palaeoplethodon

This is the first-ever discovery of a salamander preserved in amber, from an unlikely spot — the Dominican Republic, where all salamanders are now extinct.

hispaniolae.

Plethodontidae, the family in which the salamander belonged, is common in North America, especially the Appalachian Mountains.

But instead of toes, the newly discovered salamander had a kind of webbing that might have made it a less than expert climber, when compared to some species today, according to the scientists. As a result, they said, the salamander may have lived in smaller trees or on tropical flowering plants.

Among the questions yet to be

answered, however, are why did the salamanders disappear and how did they come to be in the Dominican Republic in the first place.

“They may have been killed by some climatic event, or were vulnerable to some type of predator,” Professor Poinar theorized about the creatures’ disappearance.

When it comes to their presence in Hispaniola, the researchers say that the salamanders may date back to 40-60 million years ago, when today’s Greater Antilles were still joined to North and South America.

UK: Diabetes cases soar by 60% in past decade THE number of people living with diabetes has soared by nearly 60% in the past decade, Diabetes UK warns.

The charity said more than 3.3 million people have some form of the condition, up from 2.1 million in 2005.

The inability to control the level of sugar in the blood can lead to blindness and amputations and is a massive drain on NHS resources.

The NHS said it was time to tackle poor lifestyle, which is a major factor behind the rise.

Diabetes UK called for the NHS to improve care for patients and for greater efforts to prevent diabetes.

Roughly 90% of cases are type 2 diabetes, which is the form closely linked to diet and obesity.

People with type 1 generally develop it in childhood and are unable to produce the hormone insulin to control their blood sugar levels.

Dr Joan St John, a GP in Brent in north-west London, where diabetes levels are some of the highest in the country, said the condition had become incredibly widespread.

She told the BBC News website: “It’s very noticeable in that not a week goes by that you don’t make a new diagnosis of diabetes, at least one if not two or three; previously

that might have been one a month.”

The complications of uncontrolled blood sugar levels can be severe, including nerve damage, loss of vision and organ damage.

The condition even leads to 135 foot amputations every week across the country.

Dr St John added: “Unfortunately that historical myth that it is not a serious condition is still retained by some people and you have to dispel that myth.”

“One of the most miserable complications is neuropathy [nerve damage] which can cause a constant nagging, gnawing ache, usually in the legs or feet, and this can be really disturbing and there is no cure for it,” she added.

Data published last week showed that diabetes medication now accounts for 10% of the NHS drugs bill.

Nearly £869m was spent on drugs, including insulin and metformin, marking a sharp rise from the £514m being spent a decade ago, when the drugs accounted for just 6.6% of the prescriptions budget.

Part of GP pay is linked to diagnosing and treating diabetes - and has been for years. The government says this is to improve care.

We’ve said it before and we’ll say

it again, it’s time to get serious about lifestyle changeMartin McShane, NHS England The reasons why levels of type 1 diabetes are increasing are not understood.

However, the explanation for the soaring cases of type 2 are being placed squarely on the nation’s ballooning waistline.

Barbara Young, the chief executive of Diabetes UK, said the government needed to act to prevent new cases and improve treatment for those already affected.

She said: “Diabetes already costs the NHS nearly £10bn a year, and 80% of this is spent on managing avoidable complications.”

“So there is huge potential to save money and reduce pressure on NHS hospitals and services through providing better care to prevent people with diabetes from developing devastating and costly complications,” she added.

Dr Martin McShane, NHS England’s Director for Long Term Conditions, said: “These figures are a stark warning and reveal the increasing cost of diabetes.

“We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again, it’s time to get serious about lifestyle change.” (BBC)s

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Shaq picks Jordan over James - but ‘Dr. J was best’ SHAQUILLE O’Neal weighed into basketball’s great debate on Tuesday when he backed a young Michael Jordan to beat LeBron James oneon-one -- but added that both were outshone by the legendary Dr. J. O’Neal, visiting Hong Kong to promote an energy drink, faced both Jordan and James in their prime and when asked who would win a hypothetical match-up, he didn’t hesitate.

“Mike,” said O’Neal, winner of four NBA titles with the Los Angeles Lakers (2000-2002) and the Miami Heat (2006). “I think you have to go with a young Jordan every time.”

O’Neal was addressing an issue which has captured the imagination during the NBA off-season after both James and Jordan insisted they would win if they clashed at the height of their powers.

In comments splashed by media, Jordan said he would come out on top “No question”, while James retorted to the NBC’s Today show: “I’m gonna take myself versus anybody”.

But Shaq, 43, said he’d side with Chicago Bulls star Jordan over Cleveland’s James.

“It would be an interesting game,” said O’Neal. “Young LeBron was more like (Lakers Hall of Famer)

The 100M race between Jamaican Usain Bolt (right) and American Justin Gatlin is the talk of this year’s World Championships.

Shaquille O’Neil feels a young Michael Jordan would have defeated LeBron James in a one-on-one.

Magic Johnson. He was sort of like Magic with Jordan’s abilities. He liked to pass, and he liked to get it up.

“But Mike was Mike. He was just special, like no one else. He always did things no one else could do, and things you couldn’t compare to anyone else. So he was special, and he’d win.”

The 30-year-old James’ star continues to rise through two NBA titles with the Miami Heat (2011-12, 2012-13), four NBA MVPs, and a return to his hometown of Cleveland on a mission to lead the Cavaliers to their first title.

There has also been much debate over whether he, or the now-retired Jordan -– with six NBA titles and five NBA MVPs to his name –- could be labelled the greatest of all time.

But O’Neal threw another player into the mix when he said 1970s and 1980s superstar Julius Erving AKA Dr. J was the best he had ever seen.

“I’ve seen young Mike and young LeBron and I must say Dr. J is still my favourite player,” said O’Neal.

“A lot of people today don’t even mention his name but to me I still think he was the best. But these are questions that we’ll never know the answer to.

Bolt saddened by doping focus ahead of World Championships USAIN Bolt is “sad” the focus is on doping ahead of the World Championships in Beijing but says he cannot save the sport’s reputation on his own.

Bolt, who has never failed a drugs test, will race against American Justin Gatlin, who has served two suspensions for using banned substances.

Jamaican sprinter Bolt, 28, is seeking to retain his 100m and 200m titles.

“It’s sad. People are saying I need to win for the sport, but I can’t do it by myself,” Bolt said.

“It’s a responsibility of all the athletes to take it upon themselves to save the sport and go forwards without drug cheats.”

The showdown between Bolt and Gatlin, who has the quickest times of

the year over 100m and 200m, has been billed as a battle for the soul of the sport.

Gatlin’s second positive test in 2006 would normally have earned him a lifetime ban but that was cut to eight and then four years on appeal after he agreed to co-operate with the anti-doping authorities.

The build-up to the championships, which begin on Saturday, have been overshadowed by accusations of widespread doping in the sport.

The International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) has defended its record on doping.

“All I’ve been hearing is doping, doping, doping,” said Bolt. “All the questions have been about doping.”

The men’s 100m final takes place on Sunday.

Woods shoots best round in two years, thrills at Wyndham TIGER Woods shot a 64 on Thursday in the first round in Greensboro, which is his best round since shooting a 61 at the 2013 Bridgestone Invitational. He went out in 32, and the masses got antsy. He holed out on the very first hole.

It was electric, especially early,” said Woods after his round. “Nice, probably my very first hole there.

Overall, people have been fantastic.”

He came home in 32 as well.

I felt very good out there today,” said Woods. “I hit a lot of good iron shots, made some putts, a round that probably could have been 2 to 4-under par and turned into 6. Finally I got something out of my round. I was telling Joey today it was nice to finally get something out of it today instead of going the other way.”

That iron above at No. 6 was one of the better ones Woods hit all day, but he actually didn’t hit the putt. It was one of the few that didn’t drop for the Big Cat. He was rolling the rock and shrugging MJ-style in the middle of the morning. At the time he finished, he was No. 3 in the field in strokes gained putting. It was

Russian President Vladimir Putin (right) at his meeting with American boxer Roy Jones Jr. in Sevastopol, August 19, 2015. (Source: RIA Novosti / Alexey Nikolskyi)

Jones Jr. offered Russian citizenship in Crimea Tiger Woods said he felt good from the start of play.

righteous.

“Yeah, you know, one, I felt like -I know it’s crazy to say but I wasn’t playing that poorly at the PGA. Every spot I put myself -- I missed, I had no lie. [Today] I felt the rhythm of the round and felt that I was starting to feel the numbers, hitting the ball right on the number, the right shape, hold the ball on the hills on tee shots. I was getting into the flow of the round.”

And then there was Tiger doing

that very Tiger-like thing he always did by cleaning up a long par at the very end for the 64. He’s two back of leader William McGirt after 18 holes.

“My iron play was very solid but it was nice to finally get some putts going in and on top of that it was nice to make some par putts. It’s nice to make birdie putts but I think those par putts are probably -- I feel more energetic when I make those putts than I do a birdie.” (CBS)

AMERICAN former world boxing champion Roy Jones Jr. was expected to fill out an application for Russian citizenship in the city of Yalta, Crimea, on August 20.

The request was expected to be written during a press conference at the Rixos Mriya Resort hotel ahead of the ‘Battle of Mount Gasfort’ international boxing show, due to take place on August 23, the show organisers said in a press release.

The show organisers said on August 19 that due to a rain forecast, the event would be held indoors in

Yalta instead of an outdoor venue in Sevastopol.

Jones will be a special guest at this show in Crimea.

Roy Jones Jr. asked Russian President Vladimir Putin for Russian citizenship in Crimea on August 19.

During the meeting, Putin wished Jones success doing business in Russia and the boxer responded that this would be easier if he had a Russian passport. Putin told him this would not be a problem if he planned to spend a significant part of his life in Russia.

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ECB ready to discuss cricket becoming an Olympic sport THE England and Wales Cricket Board is no longer opposed to cricket becoming an Olympic sport and will discuss a potential bid in the coming months.

The ECB has previously been reluctant to support a bid due to a clash with the English domestic season.

But new ECB chief executive Tom Harrison told BBC Test Match Special: “A successful Olympic movement for your sport can be transformational.

“England was often seen as the barrier to this. That’s just not the case.”

Harrison, a former county player with Northants and Derbyshire, added: “We are very happy to have the discussion and that’s something the ECB board is going to be doing in the coming months.”

In July, the MCC’s World Cricket Committee called for Twenty20 to be included in the 2024 summer Games.

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International Cricket Council president who sits on the MCC committee, said it would be a “huge opportunity” for players.

Harrison also said the ECB’s domestic structure review will consider reducing the first-class season from 16 to 14 matches per team in order to make room for a new domestic Twenty20 competition.

Harrison said: “The desirable position is to have a block in the summer given to a particular format, and controversially that means potentially playing one or two fewer first-class matches next year than this year and allowing the formats to breathe a bit.

“That will raise the performance levels and help us make sure Twenty20 is being played at the time of year where we can get the most fans into the grounds to see it.”

He insisted, however, that participating teams would not be privately owned franchises.

(BBC)

Williams: America must ‘pull together’ in scary times SHE stands on the brink of writing another chapter in tennis history, but Serena Williams has other things on her mind just now.

Police violence, college studies, her sister’s health, the rise of female role models in society -- the American has plenty to distract her as she plots her title defense at Flushing Meadows.

One of the biggest stars the game has ever seen will become the first player since Steffi Graf in 1988 to win the Australian Open, the French Open, Wimbledon and the U.S. Open in a calendar year if she triumphs in New York next month.

But in a wide-ranging interview, Williams told CNN’s Open Court show the prospect of that achievement was something she “doesn’t really think about.”

As well as dominating the women’s game this year, Williams has been studying as a pre-med college major -- potentially preparing the way for medical school -- while also speaking out about the AfricanAmerican experience in the U.S. Earlier this month, she took to Twitter to voice fears of an unfolding “gigantic bad nightmare” after Christian Taylor, an unarmed black college footballer, was fatally shot by a white policeman in Texas.

“I think not just me, but a lot of people in America and outside America, are frustrated and

Serena Williams will become the first player since Steffi Graf in 1988 to win the Australian Open, the French Open, Wimbledon and the U.S. Open in a calendar year if she triumphs in New York next month.

concerned and really scared,” Williams said. “You know, if I had a kid ... you wouldn’t want them to get in trouble or, you know, do anything.

“I really think it just boils down to people as a nation pulling together.

And it’s not just me speaking out.

There are a lot of people speaking out. And we’re asking the same question: ‘Why?’” She said speaking out on such issues “maybe won’t help,” but added: “Maybe it’ll reach the right ears at the right time.”

Williams revealed it “hasn’t been easy” since her sister and fellow

champion Venus was diagnosed with Sjogren’s Syndrome, a condition that affects the immune system, in 2011.

She said the diagnosis had informed the studies she had chosen -she switched from a business course to pre-med -- and made her focus on “being able to find alternative ways of being healthy and not having to take all these medicines.”

That, she explained, meant “holistic medicines and stuff,” adding: “I kind of really want to focus on that in my field, and I think it’s also healthier and better.

Pedro: Chelsea sign Spanish winger from Barcelona

Sebastian Coe won four Olympic medals, including two golds, as a middle distance runner.

Coe elected head of IAAF BRITISH former Olympian Sebastian Coe has been named as the new head of world athletics governing body, the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF).

Coe, who won four Olympic medals, including two golds, as a middle distance runner, headed London’s successful bid to host the 2012 Olympic Games.

A former lawmaker, he became a life member -- known as a lord -- in the upper house of Britain’s parliament in 2000.

The IAAF confirmed that Coe,

previously a vice-president, had become their sixth president at the 50th IAAF Congress in Beijing on Wednesday, beating rival and former Ukrainian Olympic pole vaulter Sergey Bubka in the final vote.

“I am deeply honoured that our sport has placed its trust in me.

There is no job I want to do more -nor with greater commitment,” Coe was quoted on the IAAF website as saying.

Coe’s appointment comes at a turbulent time for the athletics body, as it battles doping allegations.

(CNN)

CHELSEA’S early season performances may have left a lot to be desired on the pitch but they are still trumping opponents off it, this time beating Manchester United to the signing of Spanish winger Pedro from European champions Barcelona.

Long linked with a move to United, who have won their opening two league games, the 28-yearold Pedro opted to join the English champions, who have had a stuttering start to the season in picking up one point so far.

The Spain international has joined for a transfer fee of $33.5 million and arrives off the back of a treble-winning season with the Catalan giants.

A product of Barcelona’s famed La Masia academy, Pedro made his senior debut in 2008 and scored 99 goals in 319 games.

He holds the impressive record of being the only player to ever score a goal in six different club competitions during a single season.

Key to Pedro’s decision to choose Chelsea was reportedly his close friendship with compatriot and former Barca star Cesc Fabregas.

Their respective partners -- Carolina

The Spain international Pedro has joined for a transfer fee of $33.5 million and arrives off the back of a treble-winning season with the Catalan giants.

Martin and Daniella Semaan -- are also said to be close.

“I am very happy to be here. I am very excited to start my adventure at Chelsea and I am here to keep winning titles,” Pedro said in a statement on Chelsea’s website.

“Thanks to the club and the supporters for giving me the opportunity to put the blue shirt on.”

The diminutive winger has won a

long list of honors, including five La Liga titles, three Champions League trophies, three Copa del Reys, four Spanish Super Cups, three European Super Cups and two FIFA Club World Cups.

He was also part of Spain’s World Cup-winning squad in 2010 and its victorious European Championship campaign in 2012, scoring 16 goals in 51 games for his country.

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Knights crowned 3 on 3 2015 champions

THE Five Cays’ Knights Alvardo Parker, Andujar Gardiner and Derion ‘Cracker’ Williams exploded last Saturday to win the Provo Amateur Basketball Association (PABA) 3 on 3 title at the Gus Lightbourne Sports Complex court.

The winners were able to relegate the Saints and the Nazarene Kings into second and third places respectively.

The action-packed day also had Shallone Robinson taking the threepoint title. Robinson got past 16 other competitors in the three rounds of competition. He scored a whopping

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The Knights’ trio of Andujar Gardiner, Derion Williams and Alvardo Parker took the 2015 PABA 3 on 3 title.

70% of his shots to claim victory.

Gardiner nabbed another trophy when he went crazy from the freethrow line. The shooting guard, who had scored seven from downtown in a regular season clash against the Coca Cola Classics this year, was on fire from 15 feet. He did not miss in the last two rounds. In fact it was a fierce contest between the two finalists Gardiner and Irin Bethel (who was also outstanding) and it came down to the player who would miss.

The PABA has promised to make the event an annual one.

Kishco made light work of their opponents last Sunday at the Downtown Ball Park.

HAB/TCICA T20 Summer League:

Kishco record eight-wicket win over Kings Live Your Goals set to revolutionise female football in the TCI

LOCAL football officials will do all in their power to spread female football in the Turks and Caicos Islands. With a mandate of fulfilling a FIFA pledge of increasing female participants in the game, the TCIFA launched the Live Your Goals campaign last Saturday. Campaign ambassadors: Christma Jean-Louis, Sarah Cenery and Olivia Gravely will look to impart their knowledge on a younger generation of players with the aim of creating stronger female teams in the future. Girls from ages 6-12 are encouraged to participate.

KISHCO recorded an eight wicket win over arch rivals Quality Super Kings when action continued on Sunday last in the HAB Group sponsored, TCI Cricket Association T20 Summer Cricket League at the Downtown Ball Park.

Kishco won the toss and inserted the Kings to take first strike. The Kings eventually worked their way to 146-6 from their allotted 20 overs.

Naga Khutalingham led the attack with 42 runs (8X4s)

and Captain Ebbon Ceaser added 28 (4X4s). Bowling for Kishco Simijoe Devassy and Sanjay Fatnani finished with two wickets each.

In reply, eventual man-of-thematch Jettu Ganglani scored a half-century and Lloyd Lynch supported with 31 (4X4s) as Kishco reached 147-2 in 17 overs.

Ganglani finished with 55 (8X4s and 1X6).

Bowling for the Kings: Ian Heath and Robert Johnson took one wicket each.

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Bruno hits highest T20 score in TCI

– But sees room for improvement in his batting NATIONAL batsman Garvin Bruno blasted his way to the highest T20 score in the Turks and Caicos Islands last Saturday, and although he respects his accomplishment, he still sees room for improvement in his batting.

The opener made 165 unbeaten runs to lead Police to a 75-run win over the previously undefeated Mitsubishi Electric in the TCI Cricket Association Summer T20 Cricket League at the Downtown Ball Park.

Bruno, who took a two-year break from the game before returning this season, got past the previous record made by another national batsman, Nuwan Bodhinayake, in December of 2012. In that game against the KB Homes cricket team, the wicketkeeping batsman, representing the Jaguars, had scored an unbeaten 150 runs. Bodhinayake also has the third (147) and fourth (130) highest

scores in T20 cricket locally.

On Saturday Bruno (whose previous best was 121) played his shots and had some luck, since a few chances went down. But by the end of the allotted overs he had smashed 22 fours and eight sixes in his magical innings.

“It’s a personal best score in 20/20, however it was not my best innings, because I had a few chances dropped, that’s cricket sometimes, and I made the opposition pay.” The 28-year-old added that his legs are moving better, although his timing is not at 100%.

The Dominican born all-rounder started the innings in an aggressive manner and had to bat through back pain, after a slight strain while on 61. He powered through the last few overs, belting the ball in all directions to break the record.

NOT BEST INNINGS Despite his success, the right-handed

batsman would not rate this as his best innings ever.

“No mistake I enjoyed this (innings). It was entertaining. But given the opposition’s strength and having to chase down over 200 about five years ago, my 109 not out against the then dominant Jaguars to win the semi-finals was my personal best.”

In Saturday’s clash Police won the toss and flew to 247-2. Along with Bruno’s dominance, Ian Ganess (better known for his bowling) was also in the thick of things with 62 runs (7X4s and 2X6s).

Bowling for Mitsubishi Electric Dax Bruton took two wickets for 47 runs from four overs.

In reply, Captain Paul Collis led from the front with an unbeaten 63 runs (6X4s and 1X6) while I. Kassan added 62 (8X4s and 3X6s), but Mitsubishi Electric could only muster 172-4 from their allotted overs.

Garvin Bruno now has the highest T20 score in the Turks and Caicos Islands.

TCIRFU raises almost $7,500 for U19 members to attend LSU – Aims to contribute $36,000 in total to pay for tuition

Kadis Simmons, Scott Glinton and Hendricks Joseph at the airport this week.

THE TCI Rugby Football Union aims to raise a whopping $36,000 for three of its U19 members to attend university in the US. The trio Scott Glinton, Hendricks Joseph and Kadis Simmons left the TCI this week for the Louisiana State University where they will attend classes.

The TCIRFU has established a GoFundMe page, which has raised $1495. According to the sport’s PRO Dan Willis, Peter Savory has made a substantial donation to the cause.

“We have had a huge boost to the campaign from Peter Savory at Chartered Trusts, who donated $6,000 to the fund, giving us a grand total of $7,495, so far.”

Willis pointed out that Savory has challenged sports lovers to help the youngsters. He hopes that persons can match or better his $6,000 donation.

Willis told the Weekly News that the fees will be paid over the duration of the youngsters’ studies and that the TCIRFU will continue with its fundraising campaigns.

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