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THE BEST ‘MAN’

FOR THE JOB – Premier Sharlene Cartwright-Robinson

Basking in her outstanding win at the December 15 polls, Premier Sharlene CartwrightRobinson assured the members of the House of Assembly, invited guests at Thursday’s swearing-in ceremony, and the public at large, that she is just “the man for the job”.

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Former Finance Minister Washington Misick to lead the Opposition

BY OLIVIA ROSE FORMER Minister of Finance Washington Misick has been appointed as the interim Leader of the Opposition to serve in the House of Assembly.

This was confirmed by the Progressive National Party`s (PNP) National Chairman, Royal Robinson during an interview with the Weekly News on Tuesday December 12.

Robinson dismissed rumors that Missick was planning to tender his resignation to the party and quit politics.

Robinson clarified that Misick, and not Ruth Blackman as rumors suggest would be serving as Leader of the Opposition.

He noted that the party will be a strong and vibrant opposition that champions progressive policies that advance all people.

Misick in a press statement congratulated the new Premier and the People’s Democratic Movement for their impressive victory at the recent polls in the General Elections.

He said: “The people have spoken and “the voice of the people is the voice of God.” We wish the new government well in the interest of all who call these islands home.

“While we in the PNP are proud of our record of success in restoring growth and stability to these islands;

we accept that the people responded to the PDM’s appeal for a change – we could not identify any detail of the changes they refer to, but nevertheless will keep a watchful eye out for them to ensure that when they come that they are in the public’s best interest.

“By the standards of any international measurement the PNP in government achieved in four years what previous governments have not achieved in forty.

“We thank those who recognise our achievements and supported the party at the poles; we promise that you will not be disappointed.”

He noted that as the alternative government the PNP is grounded in experience and expertise and in opposition will support the policies, programs, projects and the legislative agenda it left in place; and to the extent that in its judgement government policies align with its own progressive agenda will support those policies.

He said: “It will continue to articulate and promote the broad interests of all voters and work to improve parliamentary decision-making procedures by ensuring debate, reflection and contradiction; scrutinise the legislative and budgetary proposals of the government; supervise and oversee the government and

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the administration with the view to enhance stability, legitimacy, accountability and transparency in the political processes.”

In an unexpected move on Friday midday (December 16), now defeated premier Dr. Rufus Ewing resigned as leader of the progressive national party (PNP) after having suffered a massive upset at Thursday’s polls.

At a brief press conference at the PNP headquarters in Providenciales, the former premier, who was all alone at the head table, graciously accepted defeat and expressed well wishes to the incoming PDM government.

Former Minister of Finance Washington Misick

Bishop Laish Boyd urges elected leaders to put aside partisan politics and work together

BY OLIVIA ROSE RT.REVD. Laish Boyd, Bishop of the Bahamas and Turks and Caicos Islands, has strongly urged elected leaders to put aside partisan politics and work together for the greater good of the country.

Bishop Boyd was at the time delivering a special benediction at the opening ecumenical service at the St. Mary`s pro-Cathedral in Grand Turk on Thursday, December 29.

The ecumenical service, which preceded the official swearing-in ceremony of the House of Assembly, saw a full, gleeful congregation.

Bishop Boyd admonished leaders to put aside petty differences in the House of Assembly as they endeavor to serve the people.

He called on the newly elected premier to take up her mantle and work diligently to create a new wave of development in the islands.

“Madam Premier I wish you well, as you enter into what is a new dimension of service; God has called you through a transparent electoral process with a clear majority.

Take up your calling proudly and sacrificially.”

He reminded elected leaders of their sworn duty to serve the people of the Turks and Caicos Islands.

“Remember that the Government of any country is not a partisan entity, PDM, PNP, PDA, At large; the Government of a country is the construct of all who come together

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to sit in parliament and direct the national machinery.

“Parliament is made up of elected and appointed persons; it is a political unit which exercises national authority and performs functions.

“That is who you parliamentarians are, the Government of the land. You must find ways to work together to build the Turks and Caicos Islands.

“This is not about you, this is not about your egos; this is about building a land which God has blessed you with, a land that many people would like to own but God in his wisdom has planted you here and so you must come together for the good of TCI.” Rev.Boyd noted that while his call sounds simple, there is an underlying profoundness that they must embrace

if the country is to go forward.

“Therefore, I beg you to put aside old grudges, political favors and political favorites, as well as under the table deals; this country has suffered from these things for too long. We all know the story: it has been limited and engrossed by these things and you have an opportunity now to continue the upward progress that has been established thus far.

“I call upon you, Honorable Premier, and upon you, Honorable opposition leader, to come together to make a difference, to put the advancement of TCI first. This country is too small for some of the nonsense that’s gone on, and that will go on unless you, madam, and you, sir, put your foot down.

“In the house of God I charge you in the name of God.”

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“I am just the man for the job” – Premier

BY DELANA ISLES BASKING in her outstanding win at the December 15 polls, Premier Sharlene Cartwright-Robinson assured the members of the House of Assembly, invited guests at Thursday’s swearing-in ceremony, and the public at large, that she is just “the man for the job”.

A job she is the first woman to ascend to - an ascension she credits to her many “prayer warriors”, outstanding women in her life, family, friends and the 3,024 supporters who demonstrated their confidence in her on election day.

Thanking her supporters yet again during the first sitting of the House, the Premier noted that women played a significant part in the victory she experienced at the polls.

However, she also observed, with some disappointment, that the just concluded election campaign was a “bitter and nasty” one, during which many sought to paint her in a light she said she is unfamiliar.

Congratulating those who were successful as well as unsuccessful at the recent polls, CartwrightRobinson encouraged them all to join with the government for the advancement of the country.

The Premier also sounded the warning that her government will not “sell out to any bidder” and assured that the laws governing the country will be upheld.

“None will be so insulated that they can violate our laws and not be held accountable. The level of accountability will be determined by the courts of our land as these same laws are there to provide protection, they must be able to lend penalties when they are flagrantly broken.”

She noted that while the Governor has responsibility for internal and external security, her government intends to make crime and security the national priority it needs to be.

Cartwright-Robinson revealed that her government intends to

appoint a task force on crime and security and community safety.

The task force, she said, will make recommendations to the Governor and will report in 90 days from its formation.

She said this will be the first test of the new government, working together with the new opposition, as she has invited the Leader of the Opposition Washington Misick to join her in appointing the task force.

“We must secure our borders and ensure that we become a country of laws again. Immigration is broken and it must be fixed.

“We are committed to addressing this issue head-on as we recognize legal and illegal immigration is at the foundation of many of the problems that we face in this country.”

She also noted that her government is already working on the healthcare challenges in the country.

“We inherited a troubled NHIP and I have had to identify $4.1 million within days to address critical funding.”

The Premier reported that her government has already made progress in this area, holding high level meetings to map out decisions for the proper functioning of the health insurance programme of the country.

She further promised that each facet of society will be positively impacted and recognized by the PDM government.

“The elderly, the mature adults, the working mothers and fathers, our school age children at every level, our youth.

“As our manifesto indicates, this is an inclusive government with respect for and appreciation for all the gifts our people bring to the table.

“The voiceless now will have a voice with resources; the marginalized are now in the full arena sharing their stories and aspirations; our special needs, our athletes, our academics, our technically inclined – all combined will make this country

more beautiful by nature.”

She also pointed to the plight of the youth of the country, promising that they now have a champion in her.

“Your very youthful government, my illustrious cabinet is prepared to sit, listen, team up for you and then with you implement measures that will allow you to reach your fullest potential.”

She listed things such as education, entrepreneurship, community partnerships, citizenship and responding to nationality issues related to youth, will form part of her government’s strategy.

The Premier further noted that while today marks a day for real change and real leadership, the people of the country are all in this together.

“Our victory has been flung in international and regional light… it is a proud moment for my party and I. “With the peace and joy that has overcome this country it is as if a crown has been lifted… this is a new beginning, there is no way that the PDM could have won this election by itself with all the arrows and daggers.

“The deck was stacked against us, and I congratulate my team for a clean, clear, issue-based campaign.”

Cartwright-Robinson thereby extended an ‘olive branch’ to the Opposition, promising them a constant reach across the aisle in an effort to deliver for the people of the TCI. However, in spite of her tone, bcamaraderie and willingness to work with all spectrum of the local society, the Premier did acknowledge that her PDM government is not naïve enough to believe everyone is in favour of the new government and wants it to succeed.

“In fact, some have given us within six months. It is my prayer that God would heal those that are in denial and realise that our failure is all our failure and so it is in all our best interests that we succeed.”

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“Change is finally here” Premier calls on populace to heal wounds and move forward

BY OLIVIA ROSE PREMIER Sharlene CartwrightRobinson has called on the nation to start the process of bandaging proverbial wounds and start making steps on the road to healing and nation building.

In her official post- swearing in address to the nation, Cartwright –Robinson urged supporters and members of other political parties to put aside differences and unite for the greater good and progression of the country.

She said: “The campaign is over and we must return to the awesome task of nation building. I encourage you to join with me as we prepare ourselves to enter this New Year with a new Government.”

She noted that: “The process of electioneering is not easy. It is tough, believe me, I have been involved in a few.

“It is tough because many old wounds get reopened and political battle lines are drawn with numerous attacks by each side to try and win the hearts and minds of you the voting public. “Those wounds need to heal now, and so we invite you, our opponents, into a period of bandaging up the proverbial battle scars so that the healing can begin.

“And what better time to heal than now, when we can forget about politics and focus on the One who is Greater than all- Jesus the Christ child.

“The nation is calling us, politicians and public servants to rise above bickering and bitterness and to escape the fray and provide a path to growth and opportunity, hope and joy and success. My party campaigned on these tenets and won the hearts and minds of the people as evidenced by the votes at the ballot box.

“And so, we respectfully ask all of you to allow my government a period to set the course and put the ship of state in the right direction.”

She pointed out that the people felt for too long that it had lost touch with the Government and cried out that enough was enough and that it was time for a change.

That change she said is finally here.

Thanking supporters, well wishers Cartwright-Robinson said: “My fellow Turks and Caicos Islanders, it is a privilege and honor to have been voted into office by you, the people of this great country.

“I am humbled by the outpouring of support, love and good will offered to My government by you the people of our beautiful by nature islands.

“Likewise, I am grateful to the many residents and visitors to our shores who have expressed their desire to work peacefully towards improving our country during my time in office. I am thankful to all of you.

“However, none of this would be possible without the guidance, protection, mercy and grace of Almighty God who has forever kept our people and country in his hands.

“He has brought us through an election season safely with peace and order. I thank God for his blessings on you the people of our beloved country.”

She noted that just as Christmas brings renewed hope and the promise of salvation so too must a new Government offer hope for a better tomorrow for its people.

“My aim this evening is to guide you through the immediate plans and decisions of My party and your Government.

“The transfer of power and authority is now complete, my Deputy Premier, Hon. Sean Astwood and other ministers including Hon. Goldray Ewing, Hon. Delroy Williams, Hon. Josephine Connolly, Hon. Edwin Astwood, and Hon. Ralph Higgs were sworn into Office

Madam Premier Sharlene Cartwright-Robinson

on December 20th and immediately they began the work of my Government.

“The Change Document, an essential guide to what my Government intends to accomplish in this term of office, has been delivered to every Government PS and heads of departments.

“We intend to fulfill our campaign promises to you the people of the Turks and Caicos Islands.

“Hon. Douglas Parnell will work out of my Office in Providenciales and Hon. Derek Taylor will work out of my Office in Grand Turk.”

The leading lady reminded that

the task of delivering change is monumental, in that vein she pointed out that both Parnell and Taylor will be working closely alongside her to help bring about promised changes.

It was noted that Ministers will split duties between the Nations Capital and Providenciales.

Turning her attention to the state of affairs at the National Health Insurance Board she revealed that some immediate financial decisions will be taken to avoid a crisis.

She said: “Our people’s health is our number one priority and we will spare nothing to ensure they are well cared for.”

Eight new Zika cases bring total to 24 AS OF January 3, 2017, the Ministry of Health has informed that there are eight new cases of the Zika virus, with seven of these new cases reported on Grand Turk.

These persons were seen during the period of October 14 to December 7, bringing the total number of cases of Zika reported in the TCI to 24 which includes 19 males and 5 females.

This is according to information coming out of the health ministry on Tuesday.

The Ministry also advised that an increase in Zika diagnosis is common during the rainy season, as was recently experienced on the island of Grand Turk.

The Ministry also reminds the general public that its public information campaign

is still ongoing to educate residents on how to prevent Zika, via pamphlets, posters, and public service announcements on the radio, TV and social media.

Zika prevention information has also been shared at booths set up at the major supermarkets and clean-up campaigns on the islands of Grand Turk and Providenciales help to keep the environment free from breeding sites while also empowering residents to clean-up their own communities.

The Environmental Health Department has also continued its premises inspections, fogging exercises and larviciding.

The public is also reminded that Zika is a viral disease with symptoms that are similar to other mosquito borne illnesses such as

dengue and chikungunya.

Symptoms include rash, mild fever, pink eye, muscle or joint pain, and general malaise.

However, many persons will not experience symptoms but will still be able spread the disease if they are bitten.

While symptoms can be mild, or even non-existent, one concern is that the disease can be transmitted from mother to child during pregnancy and cause complications to the infant such as microcephaly, a birth defect where a baby’s head is smaller than expected for its age and sex. Unfortunately, there is no specific medication to treat Zika and there are currently no vaccines to prevent it. If you suspect you have Zika, please seek medical attention at your

nearest clinic.

Symptoms of Zika can be managed by getting plenty of rest, drinking fluids to prevent dehydration, taking medicines, such as acetaminophen, or paracetamol, to relieve fever and pain.

Persons are further advised not to take aspirin and other non-steroidal antiinflammatory drugs such as Aleve or Ibroprofen until Dengue has been ruled out.

Since Zika is primarily transmitted by the bite of the Aedes species, the best way to prevent Zika is to protect yourself from mosquito bites.

Interventions to eliminate mosquito breeding sites and to prevent mosquito bites are most effective.

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PNP to work with Gov’t – Washy promises LEADER of the Opposition, Hon. Charles Washington Misick, has pledged his party’s support to the new People’s Democratic Movement government over the next four years and to continue working for the advancement of the people of the TCI. Misick statements were made during the House of Assembly sitting which followed the swearing of the members of the Assembly in Grand Turk on Thursday, December 29.

He noted that the 2016 elections brought change for all active participants in Turks and Caicos Islands’ administration of government.

“For the PNP it was a perfect storm in which a confluence of events converged to produce a result of surprising magnitude. For the PDM it was a Eureka moment.

“For the UK, an opportunity to

put behind them awkward issues relating to potential accommodation of unfriendly political operatives.”

Congratulating the PDM for their “impressive victory” at the polls, the opposition leader said that his party wished them well in the interest of all who call these islands home.

However, he noted that his party has also identified a number of inconsistencies relating to the reconciliation of the total number of at large ballots in each constituency, especially Electoral District 4, where they have grave concerns about the integrity of the results.

Misick added they will be taking these up with the Elections Office, the Governor’s Office and the election monitors so that they could be investigated.

The former Minister of Finance then turned his attention to the achievements of his government,

Commissioner commends cops for crime fighting efforts in 2016 IN A Christmas message to his officers and the nation at large, police commissioner James Smith seemed satisfied with the effort his officers put into fighting crime over the past year.

Observing that members of the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force have been working tirelessly throughout the year in an effort to reduce crime, the commissioner also touched on some of the achievements of the force in 2016.

“Many initiatives and strategies that have been put in place to deal with serious crimes, burglaries, and more minor incidents are producing very positive results,” Smith said.

“In the last three months alone, officers have conducted over 10 targeted operations, carried out 200 stop searches, arrested over 20 offenders and issued 250 traffic violation tickets.”

He added that in joint operations officers have detained 96 illegal immigrants in some challenging and demanding circumstances.

“As we ready ourselves to celebrate Christmas and usher in a new year, it is imperative to be very vigilant as criminals also want to celebrate in style by stealing what

while also noting that the PNP ran a policy-focused and principled campaign.

“Based on a progressive agenda, led by the former PNP Leader, TCI was taken from financial devastation to financial preservation, from economic degeneration to economic regeneration.”

He added that while the PNP is proud of its record of success in restoring growth and stability to country, while accepting that the electors responded to the PDM’s appeal for a change.

“You in the PDM have defined yourselves by what you opposed and in so doing may be the creator of your own nemesis.

“We will work and wait to rise to the occasion to continue the progress that only the PNP can,” the party leader stated.

Reflecting on the last four years, Misick noted that from the euphoria of success in 2012 to the despair of election night on December 15th, 2016, he is reminded of Mario Cuomo’s famous statement that ‘you campaign in poetry but govern in prose’.

Noting that the language of campaigning is patronizing and vague and that problems are solved magically as they are in poetry, while the prose of governing is untidy and punctuated with negotiations and concessions that often lead to

frustration and disillusionment.

Misick said that the PDM government now has to deal with the challenges governing a country comes with.

“Challenges that are not about picking winners and losers, picking sides or picking issues, but about balancing the disparate interests of all stakeholders. We once again wish them well.”

He continued that by the standards of any international measurement the PNP in government achieved in the last four years what previous governments have not achieved in forty.

“And no amount of political spin can deny that,” Misick affirmed.

In a swipe at the new government, the party leader listed the achievement of his government these past four years, stating: “Preempting attempts by the PDM to erase historical facts and take credit for work that it has not done as it is accustomed, it would be negligent of me not to highlight some of the major achievements of the outgoing PNP administration for which we are justly proud.”

Those listed achievements include - four years of surplus revenue; operating surplus to October 2016 - $36 million, cash balance at October 31 - $61.1 million, capital investment over the last four years – approaching us$50 million, ongoing capital projects - 36.7 million, total

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you have accumulated throughout the year.”

He urged residents to be on the lookout for scammers who will try to employ tricks to obtain money under false pretenses.

He also cautioned against people withdrawing large amounts of cash from the banks.

And promised that the force will continue with its operational activities in the New Year with a focus on the serious and dangerous criminals that undermine the safety of citizens, visitors and the country itself.

outstanding debt at October 31 2016 totalling $37.4 million, credit rating at BBB+ with positive outlook.

Investment in education – unparalleled with a new high school and some $19 million allocated from the EDF. Massive investment in aviation – including the current $35 million investment in expanding the aerodrome in South Caicos and building a new terminal there.

Unemployment down by 10%, 221 pieces of legislation passed – in 2015 and 2016 alone including subsidiary legislation, total debt paid – retired in excess of $200 million, and repurchased the mortgage of dozens to allow then to remain in their homes.

Misick further thanked the people who have recognized the PNP’s achievements and supported the party at the poles.

He said that as the alternative government, the PNP team is grounded in experience and expertise and in opposition will support the policies, programmes, projects and the legislative agenda it left in place.

Addding that this will be done to the extent that in its judgement government policies align with its processes.

The party leader said that the PNP stands ready to resume control of progressing the TCI to the next level of success and prosperity for all.

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Governor Freeman meets with Salt Cay community

Governor and Mrs Freeman on a sightseeing visit in Salt Cay

Governor Freeman tours TCI over the holidays OVER the Christmas holidays Governor John Freeman and his wife Corinna Freeman visited a number of places across Providenciales and Salt Cay. On December 28, the Governor was received by the Salt Cay District Commissioner, Mrs Almaida Wilson, and took part in a meeting with the local community.

He heard concerns regarding the state of the airport runway, the degradation of the sea walls as well as the wishes of the locals for a tarmac road.

He also heard arguments for Salt Cay being made a UNESCO World Heritage Site and undertook to make inquiries as to this possibility.

The Governor subsequently toured the Island and visited the airfield and the sea protections and hosted a lunch for the District Commissioner, the Police Officer and the local nurse.

He offered seasonal greetings to

those whose home is in Salt Cay as well as to holiday visitors.

Prior to his Salt Cay visit Dr Freeman met with officials from the Cheshire Hall Medical centre on Providenciales on Christmas Eve. Accompanied by his wife, the Governor was received at the hospital

by Chief Executive Officer, Daniel Carriere, and the Chief of Medical Services, Dr Denise BraithwaiteTennant, where they taken on a tour of the Centre’s facilities.

The Governor took the opportunity to extend thanks for the work of the Centre’s staff in 2016 and to wish them and their patients all the very best for 2017.

During the course of his tour on December 24, the Governor visited the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force stations at Chalk Sound and Five Cays and used the visit to extend thanks for the work of the police in 2016 and to offer best wishes for 2017.

Governor Freeman and his wife pose with youth and residents of Salt Cay

Former premier calls on Governor to rescind MP Phillips’ reappointment

BY OLIVIA ROSE Former Premier Michael Misick has called on Governor John Freeman to rescind the reappointment of John Phillips as a member of the House of Assembly.

These sentiments were expressed in a strongly worded release issued last Wednesday December 28, following the Governor`s announcement that Mr. John Phillips and Mr. Temard Butterfield are his two Appointed Members to the House of Assembly.

According to Misick the problem lies not with Phillips character or personality but

solely with principle.

Misick said: “While I don’t agree that the governor should be appointing any person to our parliament, while he has that power, he should exercise it responsibly and in the wider public interest.

“I have nothing against Mr. Phillips personal; I have known him for a very long time and believe that he has made a significant contribution to parliament over the last four years.

However, I believe there are other citizens that are equally as capable of making a contribution and should be given a chance.”

Misick emphasized that: “If you are going to serve parliament two consecutive times and be pensionable, you should run for

Hon John Phillips

office.

I call on the governor to review and rescind the appointment of Mr. John Phillips to Parliament.”

Phillips the owner of MAC Motor on Providenciales hails from

Former Premier, Michael Misick

Scotland and is a 30 year resident of the Turks and Caicos Islands.

Phillips has often pledged to take care of the country’s business in parliament and not to pander to the wishes of the United Kingdom

Government through the Governor’s Office.

According to many he has made a sterling contribution to the legislative advancement of the country.

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& CrimeCourt Bermuda police investigating police shooting of local teen AN independent investigation is ongoing into the circumstances that led to police officer shooting a 17-year-old boy on Saturday, December 10 in Grand Turk.

Around 4:30 am that date, police said that officers responded to a burglary report at the Epic Corporate establishment on Church Folly when they came in direct contact with the suspect which resulted in shots being fired.

Police said that the teenager received non-life threatening injuries and has since been treated.

He was later arrested on suspicion

of burglary.

In a statement to the press on Thursday, December 22, Commissioner of Police James Smith stated: “We treat any officer involved shooting with the utmost seriousness.

“To ensure an independent oversight, I have called in investigators from the Royal Bermuda Police Service to carry out an investigation into the circumstances around this incident.

“Once enquiries are completed, the officers will produce a comprehensive report with recommendations for my consideration.”

Police investigate nightclub shooting and Kischo bond burglary DETECTIVES of the RTCIPF are investigating a shooting incident that occurred early Monday morning at Versace Night Club parking lot as well as a burglary, both of which occurred over the last holiday weekend.

On Monday, January 2, police responded to the Cheshire Hall Medical Centre around 3:15 am after a report was made that two men were at the hospital with gun-shot wounds, one stabbed and two others with minor injuries.

Preliminary inquiries revealed that a fight broke out outside the club’s parking lot on airport road, Providenciales, causing patrons to seek cover.

One person got stabbed, two were injured with unidentified objects and at some point someone fired shots that wounded two men about their bodies.

All victims were treated for nonlife threatening injuries and later

released from the hospital.

A 23-year-old man has since been arrested on suspicion of wounding with intent for that incident as investigation into the incident continues.

Meanwhile, on Friday, December 30, police confiscated a large quantity of alcoholic beverages and other items for investigation purposes from a home in the Five Cays area of Providenciales.

Around 9:35 am that date, police officers responded to the Williams Storage located on Industrial Park to a unit owned by Kishco and met the complainant who told officers that someone broke into the storage and stole the property mentioned above.

As a result of information received, a search warrant was executed at the home where a number of the items were recovered.

No one has been arrested, and investigation into the matter is ongoing.

18-year-old charged with attempted murder over Wheeland shooting A YOUNG Grand Turk native was charged with attempted murder over a mid-December shooting in the Wheeland area of Providenciales, last Saturday.

The 18-year-old man is facing charges for attempted murder, wounding with intent and for discharging an ammunition.

According to a police report, at around 6:37 pm that Saturday, Police responded to the Bay Road

area, where the victim was met and told officers that he had just arrived home.

While he was still sitting in his vehicle, he was approached by an unknown man who fired shots at him.

The victim sustained wounds to his arm and parts of his body.

The suspect was later arrested on suspicion of that shooting and charged for the offences.

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Christmas holiday crime spree

BY DAISY HANDFIELD OFFICERS of the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force are investigating a number of crimes that were committed over the Christmas weekend on Providenciales.

These crimes include robberies, burglaries, wounding, vehicle interference and a number of motor vehicular accidents.

ATTEMPTED BURGLARY Around 1:54 am on Saturday December 24, a complainant reported to police that three men, all wearing black clothing with their faces covered with masks were trying to enter his property on Fresh Water Avenue in Blue Hills.

After shouting at them, they ran into the bushes.

ROBBERY At 2:03 am the same date, Police responded to another home on Freshwater Avenue after a robbery report was made.

The complainant told police he had just reached home and as he was exiting his vehicle, he was approached by an unknown man wearing dark coloured clothing who demanded his car key. When he refused, two other men jumped him and took away two cellular phones and six hundred dollars in cash he had on his person.

One of the men struck the victim in the head with an object and

threatened to shoot him, before they escaped into some nearby bushes.

VEHICLE INTERFERENCE Also, while on Fresh Water Avenue Blue Hills dealing with the report of a robbery, around 2:20 am another complainant made a report to police that someone had broken into her Silver Nissan Tenant car and stole a number of documents and ninehundred dollars in cash.

The vehicle was processed for investigation purposes.

BURGLARY On Monday December 26, at 8:15 am, detectives responded to the Payless store located on the Leeward Highway where the complainant stated that the store was burglarized.

Upon arrival, officers observed a hole in the roof where culprits may have created to gain access into the building.

A safe and a black laptop computer were taken from the store.

The safe was later found in the nearby bushes still intact.

THEFT Also on December 26, at around 11:47 am, a complainant reported to police that two guests at a resort were robbed.

Upon arrival, both victims told officers that while walking to their hotel, a man attacked them from behind and snatched a purse they had in their possession which contained a number of documents, a small amount of cash and a cellular phone.

17 Haitian illegal immigrants on the loose after making landfall on Bush Cay SEVENTEEN Haitian illegal immigrants are on the loose after being dropped off via a sloop on Bush Cay, an uninhabited cay near South Caicos.

According to Kevin Clarke, police press officer for the Royal Turk and Caicos Islands Police Force, he and his team received information that the illegal immigrants landed in the TCI eight days ago, but they were uncertain as to which cay they landed on.

Clarke said that after intensive searches throughout the various cays and islands by Marine Police and the Air-wing unit, some human activity was spotted. However, early Wednesday morning when the search continued, no one was found.

Police, meanwhile, are asking for anyone with information about this incident to contact the Chalk Sound Police Station at 338-5901 or contact Crimestoppers on at 1-800-8477-tips.

WOUNDING On Tuesday December 27, at 3:45 am, Police responded to the Cheshire Hall Medical Centre to make inquiries into a report of a wounding.

Upon arrival, Officers noticed a male was being attended by doctors due to a stab wound he received on the left side of his body.

No information was ascertained from him due to the seriousness of his injury that required immediate surgery.

Further inquiries are to be carried out.

MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENTS Between Friday December 23 and Tuesday December 27, traffic officers responded to approximately 13 motor vehicle accidents on Providenciales and two on Grand Turk, police said.

Investigations have been launched in all incidents.

If anyone has information that can assist police with these crimes, they are being advised to call the Chalk Sound Police Station at 3385901 or remain anonymous and contact Crimestoppers at 1-8008477-tips.

Blue Hills woman shot, Police investigating POLICE are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding a shooting incident that occurred on December 23, in the Blue Hills area of Providenciales that left a 19-year-old female with injuries about her body.

Police said that upon responding to a call from the Cheshire Hall Medical Centre officers found the young woman being treated by doctors for non-life threatening injuries.

No other information surrounding the shooting has been divulged and police appealing to anyone with information that can assist investigators with the shooting incident to contact them.

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Taylor elected new House of Assembly Speaker

BY OLIVIA ROSE HON. Dwayne S.Taylor has been officially elected as the Speaker of the House of Assembly.

Taylor’s appointment as Speaker under the People’s Democratic Movement Government comes as a fulfilment of popular expectation.

Upon acceding to the highly responsible speaker’s position, Taylor declared that the election presented an opportunity (for all) to join and work together for the betterment of the Turks and Caicos Islands.

Resounding applauses filled the House as Taylor was elected.

Taylor, who once served as a Deputy Speaker of the House of Assembly, was instrumental in the PDM`s victory at the recent polls as the party`s campaign manager.

Meantime, Political newcomer, Hon. Karen Malcolm, was elected at the Deputy Speaker of the House of Assembly. Both Taylor and Malcolm recited the oath of allegiance in the packed House of Assembly.

The speaker in his remarks noted that the time of transition from one leader to another is the most critical time for continuing momentum.

He said: “Transition and the desire for momentum have characterized the actions of the people of the Turks and Caicos Islands during this 2016 election.

“The resounding response and the change ethos that was demonstrated will be the guiding principles that this government will embark on for the betterment of all the people of the Turks and Caicos Islands.”

He told the huge gathering of members, well wishers, supporters and strangers that he stood on the promise of change and betterment for the people of the Turks and Caicos Islands.

“This election has been like none that we have ever experienced. For starters, the predictors really had a different outcome in mind.

“However, our people, having experienced the dilemmas of the past, were certain to understand the need for change.

“Instead of ‘going with the flow’ they have indeed move to the next level, a level of opportunity for all; representation that is fair and frank; concern for all persons of our communities: indigenous Turks and Caicos Islanders, Belongers, Investors and visitors.

“You see, all these make up our Beautiful by Nature Turks and Caicos Islands.”

He promised he would carry out his duty without fear or favour.

“I wish to state as clearly as possible, without any reservation or fear of retribution. As Speaker of this Honorable House, it is my profound

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Newly elected speaker of the House of Assembly Hon. Dwayne S.Taylor

duty and responsibility to abide by the Standing Orders governing this House.

“I stand with every conviction that I will never willingly violate any of the orders.

“By the same token, I am expecting every member of this honorable House to abide by these same laws and know with every certainty that any violation will be met with severe rebuke.

“You see, we have a serious responsible entrusted to us.

It is therefore imperative that we demonstrate to this country that we are worthy of that trust and responsibility.

“I will expect that respect is meted to each member of this House as we carry out the people’s business.

“Our reason for being here is to represent those who, in most cases, are unable to represent themselves.

“We are here to stand in the gap for those who have felt alienated by various circumstances; we are here to ensure that true and fair representation is given to every person in this country.”

He thanked the People’s Democratic Movement Government and other members of this House for this appointment.

“For it is important for me, always to demonstrate to the people of this country that the business of this House is an enormous responsibility that I do not take lightly.

“I would like to acknowledge my lovely wife and our children, my siblings and family - however extended, for their support and prayers. You’ve been with me through all the changing scenes of life. Thanks and may God bless the Turks and Caicos Islands.”

Taylor reminded the populace especially youths as they celebrate this milestone in the country`s history and a new government under the leadership of the first female Premier that dreams can come through with hard work and dedication.

He said: “We send a signal to every young person in this country, that your dreams are never wasted if you continue to follow them – what you believe in your heart, you can achieve it, if you continue to devote yourself to the change you need.”

Thank you addresses Dear Editor , Congratulations to my Constituency ED2 Grand Turk South and Salt Cay on returning the Government back to the Nation’s Capital Grand Turk where it first started in 1976. The Lord said to you to “Arise and shine, for thy light has come”. Isaiah 60v1.

You have brought home the 1st Female Premier and 5 MP’s from ED2. Now you will be able to fulfill JAGS Legacy of being a Free People and an Independent TCI as per my vision from the Lord to you ED2, like John the Baptist. . .”God promise to come down and deliver you from the British Colonial Masters”, This vision is pass on to you ED2 to run with it. I receive 12 Family Votes, a sign, 12 is the Tribe of Israel.

Grand Turk is shaped like Israel and is prophesied as the Israel of the West.

And this country cannot lose, if they seek advice and guidance from Israel for the many urgent problems we are facing. And projects that needs to be done such as Agriculture and making Salt on Salt Cay according to my prophetic manifesto - 40 Reasons for Declaring Independence - Making Sense - Making Cents, Representation, Restoration and Independence NOW. I am encouraging all Turks and Caicos Islanders, Pastors, Politicians, Freedom Fighters, Government and Opposition to purchase copies of it to help guide our country forward to becoming an Independent Nation and making Grand Turk great again.

Call me at 241-2937 for copies.

Congratulations to all the winners and to God be the glory, the honor and the power in Jesus name. Amen.

Merry Christmas to all and to all a, bright, happy and prosperous New Year 2017.

From Valerie Jennings Former Candidate ED2. 2016 Election Message to the people of TCI I am sad to announce that on the 14th December, 2016, my wound began rejecting the skin graft. Now I am checking with my doctors in Florida what is the next best thing to do.

I am seeking medical treatment also for me and my son for our Muscular Dystrophy conditions in the UK or the USA. And I am looking for a Lawyer to deal with my case of being “Politically, Disability and Medically Victimize” by the British Colonial Masters.

I welcome your comments and suggestions, please contact me at 241-2937.

Thanks to all for your prayers and financial support over the years.

Love you. May God continue to bless you and our beautiful by nature Turks and Caicos Islands From Valerie Jennings Advocate for persons with special needs an President of the NAACP TCI

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Premier tables Bills to cover PNP gov’t unauthorized expenditure

BY DELANA ISLES

Opposition Leader Washington Misick

Opposition Leader urges nation to reflect and introspect during festive season

BY OLIVIA ROSE LEADER of the Progressive National Party`s Opposition Washington Misick has urged the nation to reflect on the old year and to do some personal introspection for the new year.

In his written address to the nation Misick said:”It is with profound pleasure that I bring holiday greetings to the people of the Turks and Caicos Islands on behalf of the Office of the Leader of the Opposition, and the Progressive National Party during this advent season and as we look forward to the New Year.”

He noted that: “This annual season gives us an opportunity like no other time to reflect and introspect. Reflect on the events of the last twelve months and how it has shaped the lives of us all”.

He noted that despite the many challenges the year has been a fruitful one for most and reminded the populace to be grateful.

“In that regard we have much to be thankful for as our beloved Turks and Caicos continues to prosper, and be peaceful albeit new concerns about increased crime.

“Introspective as we look-back over our own behaviour and actions to discover consistencies and contradictions regarding our calling to ‘Love mercy and do justly’ and to walk in humility before our God. “In the words of the great philosophers – ‘the unexamined life is not worth living’. As we examine our own lives let us extend charity in words and in deed and repent of the motives for the way we have judged others so that the spirit of goodwill to all men ushered in by the Saviour will prevail.”

“As we face a new year we will continue to experience triumphs and despair at the personal and national level for so goes the course of life.

“Let us resolve to summon the courage to face these girded in the faith of our fathers pledging our commitment first to God and our loyalty to country above self and all others.

As some of you look forward to the promise of change I find the words of Shakespeare appropriate.

“This above all: to thine own self be true, and it must follow, as the night the day, Thou cannot not then be false to any man.”

PREMIER and Minister of Finance Sharlene Cartwright-Robinson has gotten the ball rolling in the House of Assembly with the tabling of several bills to cover monies that were taken from the contingency by the Rufus Ewing government these past few months.

The monies were drawn from the fund between October 8 and November 23.

Pursuant to section 10, 2 of the public finance management ordinance the Premier also laid a number of appropriation bills for financial year 2016 – 2017 on the table.

One of the bills seek to authorize expenditure for $300,000 during the financial year starting April 1, 2016 and ending March 31, 2017.

Another authorizes the accounting general to charge the sum of $2M during the financial year April 1, 2016 to March 31, 2017.

Another appropriation bill is for $264,309.74.

The Premier also sought contingency warrants for $255,010, another for $400,000, and yet another for $30,600.

Leader of the Opposition

PREMIER and Minister of Finance Sharlene Cartwright-Robinson

Washington Misick sought clarity from the Premier on what the appropriations were for, insisting that the public should be informed as well.

The Premier thereby revealed that dated October 8, 2016 $30,600, authorized by signature by Misick (the then Minister of Finance) saw $27,600 being removed from the contingency fund to facilitate expenditure relating to hurricane Matthew.

She stated that another $400,000 was withdrawn on October 26, 2016

from the fund by Misick. However, the Premier noted that she will have to seek further guidance as to what this sum was for.

The $255,010 was withdrawn on November 2 from the contingency fund to facilitate a settlement in relation to a litigation. That was also signed by the then finance minister.

She added that the $264,309.74 was withdrawn from the fund to cover the expenses for the ceremonial opening of the first sitting of the House of Assembly for the printing programmes, lunches, decorations, chairs and other things.

On November 23, again authorised by Misick, the $2M was drawn from the contingency fund to cover treatment abroad programmes, while the $300,000 was used for emergency works at Her Majesty’s Prison.

Cartwright-Robinson also laid on the table for the first time the audited statements for the National Insurance Plan for financial statements ending for the year March 31, 2011; March 31, 2012; March 31, 2013; and March 31, 2014.

The House of Assembly’s first sitting under the new PDM Government was then adjourned until a date to be announced later.

Michael Misick says “Gracebay boys” happy with PDM election victory FORMER Premier, turned corruption-accused, and more recently political aspirant in the 2016 elections, Michael Misick believes that the PDM victory will see the poor in the TCI getting poorer as the “Gracebay boys” get richer.

Misick - who captured the highest number of votes as an independent candidate at the recent, albeit not winning a seat in the House expressed his thoughts through a New Year’s message this week sent by email to the local press corp.

Touching on the difficulties the country has weathered over the past year – violent crimes which touched many homes and businesses – he noted the growth in unemployment and what he believes to be the lack of strong representation for citizens from politicians.

Adding: “All of the wealth and major opportunities in our country continue to be concentrated in the hands of the few ‘Grace Bay Boys’, their heirs and successors.

“The election of December 2016 that returned the PDM to office will compound the concentration of

FORMER Premier Michael Misick

wealth as it will cement the Grace Bay Boys grip on power as they are the major sponsors and financiers of the PDM party.”

Meanwhile, in spite of his grievances, the former premier congratulated the PDM party for their victory at the December 15 polls.

He also thanked his supporters for their confidence in him, while assuring them that his campaign for

change has not ended.

“We started a movement for change, a movement to return power to the people and take our country back.

“Although we did not win a seat in this election we were successful at the polls. Approximately 1629 voters crossed party lines and voted for me as an independent candidate.”

He called this remarkable, as the two major parties are deeply and culturally entrenched.

“I would like to thank all of those that attended my rallies and voted for me. I can assure you that your vote will not be wasted as I intend to continue to represent you and fight for the ideals that we believe in.

“We believe that you don’t have to be inside of parliament to effect change. As an agent of change we believe we can effect change everywhere by speaking out and lending our voices to oppose injustice and oppression wherever and whenever it raises its ugly head.”

He also called for all of TCI to unite and work together for their common good as a new year dawns.

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Swearing-in of Premier

Premier Sharlene Cartwright-Robinson and husband Lorne

Bishop Laish Boyd

Governor John Freeman and his wife at the swearing-in

Speaker Taylor presides over the House meeting, while Deputy Governor Anya Williams, flanked by Commissioner of Police James Smith and Judge Shuster, looks on

Premier Cartwright-Robinson with the Speaker and four members of her cabinet

Deputy Speaker Karen Malcolm signs in

Deputy Speaker Hon. Karen Malcolm

Premier, Leader of the Opposition and other dignataries at the Church service

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and members of HOA Premier addressing the House. At right are Deputy Commissioners of Police Rodney Adams and Wayne Jones

Reverend Glen Missick sharles a joke with the Speaker

Attorney General Rhondalee Braithwaite-Knowles, her husband, the Speaker and Mrs Dwayne Taylor

Governor’s appointed member John Phillips

Speaker Taylor makes a point

Elegantly dressed Deputy Governor Anya Williams is escorted by Deputy Commissioner Rodney Adams

Former PNP ministers, who now make up the Opposition, along with newly-elected member Ruth Blackman

Visiting dignitaries, (left) Hon. Picewell Forbes, Bahamas Ambassador to Caricom. (Far right) Hon. Loretta Butler-Turner, Leader of the Opposition in the Bahamas House of Assembly

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Over 60 children meet ‘Santa Paws’ during the holidays CHRISTMAS ponies and ‘Santa Paws’ visited the TCSPC to the delight of many children and their parents. The jolly old elf was a big hit with the 60 plus children who lined up to have their picture taken with him, in Santa’s Grotto at the Suzy Turn Plaza office/clinic.

The office was transformed into a magical grotto complete, with flying reindeer, and live, four legged, furry elves, thanks to the creative skills of TCSPCA volunteers Melanie Campbell and Emily Gatlin.

While they waited their turn to whisper their Christmas wishes in

Cookies and eggnog at the fair

Santa’s ear, fair-goers munched on an array of beautiful Christmas cookies offered by TCSPCA volunteer Pauline Eden and her sister Anne, sipped eggnog in the TCSPCA office, or bought toys for their pets at the ‘under the tent’ market in the parking lot.

But perhaps the greatest draw at this yearly event is the pony rides.

Santa’s elves, Kelly Whittaker, Kristen Powell-Obenour and Melinda Volkert, provided the horsepower, as always. The Provo Ponies looked very festive, sporting red ribbons and bows and they seemed to enjoy their annual outing to the fair. Needless to say, the kids just ate it up and the two Christmas ponies patiently toted their small riders for almost two hours, raising much-needed funds for less fortunate animals in the TCI. Another attraction at the fair this year was face painting for the children, done by TCSPCA volunteer Ashleigh Roach who very cleverly decorated the children’s faces with sparkling Christmas trees and reindeer. There was also a special visit from the Provo Snow Mobile, driven by Captain Bill from Ocean Outback. Much to the children’s amazement, it snowed in the parking lot for over an hour.

TCSPCA Director Susan Blehr said the fair was a success, raising more than $1,500.00 during the

morning event. She was especially grateful to Santa, and to the owner of Pampered Paws Donna Doran, who together with the help of her staff organized the photos with Santa. A host of other TCSPCA volunteers manned each station of

the seamlessly run fair.

If you would like to help ‘give a voice to those who cannot speak’, please donate your time or money to the TCSPCA. Call 941-8846 or 231 3052 for more information on how you can help.

Family visiting with Santa Paws

South Caicos airport shuts down, stranding passengers at Christmas THE ONGOING lack of adequate emergency facilities at the South Caicos airport recently left passengers who were trying to get home for the holidays stranded when the facility’s two aging fire trucks broke down yet again.

Over the past weekend the airport authority CEO John Smith, in a media statement, confirmed that the vehicles malfunctioned, causing the cancellation of flight operations into the sister island.

“Rescue and Fire Fighting Services became unavailable on December 24th after both fire trucks failed to start. The maintenance staff worked assiduously and successfully restored one vehicle into service that day.

“On December 25th, the vehicle previously brought into service failed to start again, prompting the suspension of aircraft operations to South Caicos,” the release read.

Smith also apologized to the travelling public who were inconvenienced by the interruption of service, giving assurance that a new vehicle is on its way.

“A new fire truck was ordered for South Caicos Airport, and is currently at a port in Florida waiting to be shipped to the islands.”

The new vehicle will replace the ageing fleet in South Caicos and boost the service provided there.

By Tuesday, the South Caicos Airport Rescue and Fire Fighting Services had been restored and air traffic restored.

South Caicos Airport is in the midst of an upgrade which will see the repaving and lengthening of the runway, expanded aircraft parking areas, a new terminal, air traffic control tower and facilities for rescue and firefighting services.

These works have been ongoing for quite some time now.

In a statement to the press over the weekend, Premier Sharlene Cartwright-Robinson, who also has responsibility for the TCI airport authority, addressed the problem, stating that she is aware of the challenges being faced by the airport and the inconvenience to airliners and passengers alike.

Local cops take advancement exams SEVERAL constables and sergeants of the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force have sat and successfully passed the police sergeants and inspectors exam held on Monday, December 12.

The examination topics covered crime, traffic and evidence procedure and general policing. Leading up to the exam, ex-superintendent of police Ralph Doughty supported the officers with personal development and teaching of the topics.

The officers who were successful are now eligible to apply for sergeant or inspector positions within the RTCIPF once there are vacancies.

Commissioner of Police James Smith congratulated the ranks on their achievements.

“Congratulations to all officers on another milestone in their policing career and I look forward to being able to promote a number of them in the near future and to see them develop into leaders within the police force.”

Thirty-one constables out of 56 successfully passed the constable to sergeant exam, and six out of 25 sergeants successfully passed the sergeant to inspector exam.

The last promotion exams conducted within the Police Force was in 2008.

Children with their toy bags from Santa Paws

Deputy Commissioner tenders his resignation DEPUTY Commissioner of Police, Marc Callaghan, has tendered his resignation from the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force, effective March 2017.

Callaghan, who was appointed in February and took up the post in March this year, handed in his resignation to the Commissioner of Police last Tuesday, December 21.

No reasons were offered in the brief notice to the press of Callaghan’s resignation, except to say that the Commissioner James Smith “will be advertising the post in due course”.

When Callaghan joined the local ranks, his impressive professional background was played up, with hope that his expertise and knowledge could be applied to help solving the

local burgeoning crime situation.

With over 37 years of policing experience in the United Kingdom, Callaghan was said to have a strong operational background.

As Chief Superintendent in Chapel Town, Leeds he reportedly introduced neighborhood policing teams and by working with partners and the community significantly reduced the incidences of robbery, gun crimes, and drug dealings.

He is also recognized in Britain for his innovative methods of involving and engaging his community and his work in significantly reducing anti-social behavior and reducing crime by over 20 per cent.

Callaghan is also experienced in police professional standards and anti- corruption.

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THE DENTIST AND YOU 

Dental care – back to basics the ‘health’ of your tooth brush. If the bristles are splaying out and flattening it’s time to invest in a new one.

In the case of younger children, it is often better that the adult does at least some of the brushing. I do not want to discourage children from brushing their own teeth but from experience with my own children I know that if I leave them to brush unassisted they generally just eat the toothpaste and then chew the toothbrush for a few seconds before announcing that they’ve finished!

BY DR. MARK OSMOND

It’s never wasted time to stop and review how the choices we make in our lives impact on our health and well being. After the excesses of the holiday period New Year is a time when many of us might start a diet, try to reduce our alcohol consumption or increase the amount of exercise that we take.

January is also a good time to have a think about our dental health and consider if the current practices we and our family are following are ideal in ensuring that our teeth and gums are staying in great shape. It can be all too easy when we are busy with work and family life to slip into bad habits and neglect some of the basic steps involved in maintaining good dental health.

To help with this, I would like to go back to basics and highlight the steps we should all follow to look after our teeth and gums. (Following these steps will also help keep your breath smelling good too!) Remember- it’s not tough, it’s not expensive and it doesn’t take much time!

BRUSHING TEETH This is the single most important thing you can do to care for your teeth.

You should brush at least twice a day, when you get up in the morning and the last thing before going to bed at night. Use a toothbrush with a small head as this makes it easier to get into hard-to-reach places in the mouth.

In general I recommend a fluoride toothpaste as fluoride strengthens tooth enamel, can reverse early decay and help reduce sensitivity.

Gently brush the outside, inside and chewing surface of each tooth. 2 minutes is enough time to thoroughly brush an adult’s teeth. (Now that really isn’t much is it?!) Also, keep an eye on

FLOSSING It is recommended that adults floss once a day. I recommend flossing after you have brushed your teeth in the evening.

MOUTH WASH/ RINSE Some people like to use a mouth wash.

Whilst this is not completely necessary for people with good oral hygiene it can be a final finishing touch and give a fresh, clean sensation in the mouth.

Specifically the foaming action/ bubbles of a peroxide mouth wash can

be effective in lifting any remaining food particles from the teeth. I strongly recommend a mouth wash that is alcohol-free.

REGULAR VISITS TO THE DENTIST Six monthly check-ups with the dentist will ensure that any problems are detected early and corrective action can be taken. You can have cavities or gum disease without necessarily having pain; bad breath, bleeding gums, a white or light brown mark on the teeth can all be signs of potential problems or you may have no obvious symptoms at all.

Early detection and correction of dental problems will mean less chance of dental pain, less chance of requiring emergency or complex treatment and less chance of losing teeth.

Professional cleaning will also ensure that teeth are given a thorough, deep cleaning and any calculus- which regular brushing at home cannot remove- is scaled away.

These simple, back-to-basic steps will go a long way to keeping your teeth strong and healthy.

Weekly Recipe

Chicken

• • • • • • •

1/2 cup Balsamic vinegar 1 Cup Chicken stock 1 tbsp. Sugar Kosher salt 1/2 Cup grated Parmesan Olive oil 1 tbsp Minced parsley + extra for garnish • 3 Russet potatoes, peeled and each cut into 8 lengthwise wedges • 10-12 chicken drumsticks • Freshly ground black pepper

DIRECTIONS

• In a small sauce pan combine balsamic vinegar, chicken stock, sugar and 1/2 tsp salt. Bring to a boil and simmer on low until reduced by half, about 15 to 20 minutes.

• Meanwhile, position 2 racks

BY ADELE VAN SCHOOR

evenly spaced in the oven and preheat oven to 425 degrees F. • In a large bowl combine 1 tbsp olive oil, Parmesan and parsley; toss together with potatoes.

Spread on rimmed sheet pan.

Place on bottom rack and bake for 30 minutes.

• Dry drumsticks well with papertowels to ensure crispiness.

Place chicken on rimmed sheet pan lined with parchment.

Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and black pepper on all sides. Spread chicken in

an even layer. Place on top rack and bake for 30 minutes.

Change oven to broiler setting.

Broil until chicken is golden, about 5 minutes.

• Remove chicken from oven, allow to rest. Move sheet pan with potatoes to top rack and broil until crispy and golden, about 5 minutes. Serve

chicken and potatoes with warmed sticky balsamic sauce and garnish with parsley.

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“We will march without permission,” says We March Bahamas organiser DESPITE being denied the use of Rawson and Parliament Squares for a protest on Majority Rule Day in January, We March Bahamas organiser John Bostwick II said on Wednesday that the demonstration “will go on as planned, on the same route as planned” even without the government’s permission.

In an interview with The Tribune, Mr Bostwick II said “there will be no compromise” and the group will “not be deterred by this attempt toward fascist coercion and the abuse of our rights and constitutional freedoms”.

In a post on Facebook, lead organiser Ranard Henfield revealed that “after several weeks of back and forth” the Cabinet Office on Wednesday rejected the group’s application to protest in Rawson and Parliaments Squares because the “event conflicts with another event” already booked for that date.

Progressive Liberal Party Chairman Bradley Roberts announced last month that the PLP planned a march to mark the 50th anniversary of Majority Rule.

This latest development is yet another set-back for the organisation that planned to protest on Monday, January 9 - the original observance date announced for Majority Rule Day. However, earlier this month it was announced in Parliament that the holiday would be observed on the actual date of the historic event, Tuesday, January 10.

The change in the public holiday calendar has been perceived by many

PM Christie said his administration “sits comfortable” with the move as it sees it as a “simple misunderstanding with timing”, contending that S&P sees positive economic growth on the horizon for The Bahamas, but not until 2018.

We March Bahamas were very successful in its first march on November 25.

as an attempt by the government to strike a blow to the success of a second event by We March Bahamas.

Earlier this month Mr Henfield told The Tribune that regardless of when the holiday is, thousands of Bahamians will assemble and “won’t be ignored.”

Mr Bostwick II said because of the strong showing of the first march, he believes this latest development is an attempt by the government to “frustrate” the people into giving up.

“Let me make this clear, there has been no cancellation of our plans,” the former Free National Movement (FNM) senator told The Tribune.

“There will be no compromise. We had applied for permission to march immediately after the last march in November.

“We indicated that the march would be held on the Majority Rule

holiday - at that time it was January 9. We had been given confirmation that the date was available and that there had been no request made for any event made on the same date.

“Ranard had been following up by going there and calling for confirmation (for the new date) and they were noncommittal until today.

We are aware that the PLP indicated that they would be marching on the same day. We do not know whether they were approved but they indicated their intent well after we would have made application for the date.”

Mr Bostwick II said the group will reapply and will march “even without permission should it not be forthcoming.”

“This is an attempt to frustrate the constitutional rights of the people and the expressed will and desire of the people,” he said.

Jamaica expecting two million cruise passengers for 2017 MINISTER of Tourism Edmund Bartlett says Jamaica’s cruise passenger arrivals are expected to increase to two million in 2017.

This, he said, would put the country in the number-three position in the region, after Mexico and the Dominican Republic, in terms of visitor arrivals.

A total of 1.8 million cruise passengers have visited Jamaica since the start of the year, up from some 1.5 million in 2015.

Bartlett said the growth in the cruise sector over the past 10 years and the redounding significant impact on the Jamaican economy provided the context for last week’s meeting by himself and Prime Minister, Andrew Holness with key cruise stakeholders, held in Miami, Florida.

He said the meeting with the cruise-ship owners, chief executive officers and key operational persons was productive.

A total of 1.8 million cruise passengers have visited Jamaica since the start of the year, up from some 1.5 million in 2015.

“We were able to talk about a wide range of interests and strengthen the partnerships… we feel very positive about that,” he told JIS News.

Bartlett noted that there were discussions on expanding the industry through increased passenger arrivals and the opening of additional ports.

Bahamas government on ‘course of correction’ after Downgrade announcement THE government is charting a course of correction and fiscal responsibility, Prime Minister Christie insisted earlier this week as he cautioned those who may be alarmed over the recent decision by international credit rating agency Standard & Poor’s (S&P) to downgrade the country’s credit rating to “junk” status.

In an interview with The Tribune during the Boxing Day Junkanoo Parade, Mr Christie called for calm amidst the concern that has arisen in the wake of S&P’s announcement.

He said his administration “sits comfortable” with the move as it sees it as a “simple misunderstanding with timing”, contending that S&P sees positive economic growth on the horizon for The Bahamas, but not until 2018.

Mr Christie said: “Our detractors will push the doom and gloom message, but when we look closer at this, it comes down to a difference in timing.

“Standard and Poor has, in the recent past, indicated that the Bahamas is moving from a negative to a stable outlook. So I am satisfied with that. The disagreement that exists between Standard and Poor and the government has to do with timing.

“Standard and Poor believes that there will be a positive outcome but they think so in 2018 as opposed to 2017. The government has been incentivised by Standard and Poor to demonstrate to Standard and Poor that their uncertainty about timing and Baha Mar is just that, their uncertainty.

“We are not uncertain, we are confident that Baha Mar will hire 1,500 people in the month of January, going to 3,500 or there abouts in the month of August, opening the hotels

by April, being able to have more Bahamians employed and therefore impacting the economy positively.

“We believe that all of that is

going to happen, we are working to make that happen,” he said.

According to Mr Christie, proposed investment opportunities in several Family Islands are on the horizon.

Moreover, concern for Grand Bahama has been tempered by recent meetings in Hong Kong between the Christie administration and investment group Hutchinson Whampoa.

Mr Christie indicated that the investment group will play a leading role in the revitalisation of Grand Bahama’s economy; ensuring that major employment bases such as Grand Lucayan Beach Resort, Memories Resort and the Freeport Container Port will all reopen in the coming months.

“That is where the talk of timing comes from. We were put off course by an act of God,” he said, referring to the devastation left behind by Hurricane Matthew in October and Hurricane Joaquin in October 2015.

“We had two years, two major storms, but we are working our way through this together,” said Mr Christie.

“The Bahamas is on a course of correction and fiscal responsibility, myself and the PLP are the best hands; the most safest and prepared hands to chart such a course.

“We are concerned with Grand Bahama, it is our second economy, with Lucayan Beach closed, Memories closed, the (Freeport) Container Port closed; but we have been working. But we have had a delegation go to Hong Kong to meet with Hutchinson Whampoa and we have had meetings and we are working towards putting in place the process towards having those places open and the economy in Grand Bahama restored.

“With that said, we have in the meantime been employing people in the construction, repair and restoration of people’s homes.

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Haiti delays publication of final results HAITI has delayed publication of the final, certified results of its disputed presidential election.

Electoral authorities said late Wednesday that they will release the results on January 3. A preliminary tally gave a big victory to Jovenel Moise, the candidate backed by Haiti’s previous president. He topped his closest challenger by more than 385,000 votes in the November 20 election redo.

Only 21 per cent of Haiti’s voters participated in the election, which was called after an October 2015 election was annulled when a special commission reported finding what appeared to be significant fraud and misconduct. Moise also finished first in that vote count.

Officials said the results of legislative races will be published starting on Thursday. (AP)

Bermuda: WikiLeaks reveals how expats lost vote Recently released documents have revealed details of the 1979 Constitutional Conference, which eventually led to the abolition of the expatriate vote in Bermuda.

The conference, held at Warwick Camp, came as a result of the 1977 riots and the subsequent Pitt Report, which called for major reforms of the legislative landscape on the island.

The Commonwealth Residential Vote — a measure first enacted in 1963, which allowed Commonwealth citizens who had been resident in Bermuda for three years to vote in Bermuda’s elections — was one of several key issues of discussion at the conference, with the opposition Progressive Labour Party calling for its abolition and the ruling United Bermuda Party seeking to extend the qualifying period to ten years.

While initially classified, a series of telegrams about the discussions sent by Richard Rand, then US Consul General, have been made declassified and were last month published on WikiLeaks.

In a message sent on January 29, 1979, Mr Rand wrote that the Constitutional Conference would be held the following month, adding that he had discussed the possibility of further civil disturbances to “support PLP demands” with the Governor, Sir Peter Ramsbotham.

While the conference was scheduled to take place in Bermuda, the Governor reportedly told the US Consul that the PLP had been pressing for it to be held in London, where they hoped to receive support from the British Labour Party.

Mr Rand wrote that he later discussed the main points to be tackled during the conference, including the expatriate vote, noting that the United Bermuda Party had proposed the three-year qualification period be extended to ten years.

“We both agreed that the expatriate vote would present no problem, and that the ten-year

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qualification period is an acceptably generous concession,” he wrote.

Weeks later, on February 17, Mr Rand wrote that Richard Posnett, representing the Foreign Commonwealth Office in the discussions, along with the Governor had become resigned to the fact that no significant reforms would emerge on the principal issues.

“They both considered that the conference was a success simply because it had lasted the whole week,” he added. “Today’s final session will be critical. Governor and Posnett are committed to emerge from conference with an agreement that both parties will sign.

“The mechanics at this point are unclear as the final positions of GOB and PLP delegations will be tabled today.”

On February 21, Mr Rand wrote that the conference had yielded “unexpected results”, although substantive resolution of the main issues had been deferred.

“In a surprise move, both parties agreed to delegate to the FCO authority to rule on the controversial issue of expatriate vote.

“The Premier and Opposition leader will both be travelling to London the last week in March to present their cases on expatriate vote to FCO Ted Rowlands, who is then to decide on the issue,” he wrote.

“The 12th-hour compromise, reached late on Saturday afternoon, does not have enthusiastic support of either political party. Conservative faction of UBP is unhappy with the Premier for digressing from party caucus’s firm stand on expatriate vote.

PLP finds itself formally committed to going into next General Election under present electoral system.”

He noted that the expatriate vote — which was considered at the time the easiest point to resolve — had proven to be the issue that would threaten to finally deadlock the conference.

World Bank-sanctioned Chinese company selected for $153 million BVI airport contract FOLLOWING a lengthy procurement process and consideration of the two remaining bidders for the runway extension project of the T.B. Lettsome International Airport, China Communications Construction Company (CCCC), which is currently barred by the World Bank from engaging in any road or bridge projects financed by it, has been selected by the government of the British Virgin Islands as the preferred bidder for the project.

The bid advanced by the CCCC was $153,432,572.10 and the competing bid by IDL-McAlpine Consortium was $198,910,525.

Negotiations will now get underway with the preferred bidder with a view to concluding a contractual agreement within three months that delivers the right outcome for the people of the territory. It has always been, and remains, the BVI government’s overriding objective to ensure a significant local involvement in the project. The government sees this as critical and thus it will figure heavily in the negotiations.

The runway extension project became vital once American Eagle left Puerto Rico and took with it the main access link from mainland USA to the territory. At the height of the Eagle’s operations, up to as many as 12 flights per day operated between Puerto Rico and the BVI giving excellent and seamless access from mainland USA and the rest of the world for most of the over 393,000 overnight visitors to the islands.

Extension of the runway at the T.B. Lettsome International Airport is fundamentally about the future of the territory, given that its industries – tourism and financial services – depend on having easy, reliable and affordable access to global markets.

This is of utmost importance if the BVI is to remain globally competitive.

The T.B. Lettsome International Airport will have its runways extended.

Extension of the runway from 4,645 feet to about 7,100 feet will allow current airline fleets (737-800 and Airbus 320) to fly directly to and from continental US and Latin America. At present, established US airlines all cite the inability of their existing fleets to operate from the BVI due to runway length.

In addition passenger surveys indicate that travellers do not like to make more than one connection to get to their destination. BVI hotels and other service providers are therefore losing their competitive edge due to visitor access to the territory.

In welcoming this development, premier and minister of finance, Dr Orlando Smith, stated that it is government’s responsibility to ensure that an adequate infrastructure is in place to support and grow the territory’s industries and ensure that its economy is able to produce the revenue streams required to ensure the quality of life the people of the BVI have become accustomed.

“Without the extension to the runway, new initiatives like our health tourism, the new BVI International Arbitration Centre and attracting new investors in tourism

and financial services cannot succeed in providing additional revenue, jobs and business opportunities.

Tourism can only be competitive if tourists can access the BVI easily. It is currently very inconvenient and expensive to visit the BVI,” he said.

Smith added, “The territory cannot afford to ignore the air access needs of our tourism sector since 62 percent of the aggregate economic activity in the territory is generated by tourism. Neither can we depend on other jurisdictions where we cannot guarantee the quality of the experience to our tourists which enable them to return again and again.”

The successful delivery of the project will also enable BVI’s main international airport to accommodate regional and international traffic from a wider range of destinations, which will act as a catalyst for the further development of the economy, and will enable future borrowings where needed for important social infrastructural developments.

“It will cement the BVI economic foundation and the future advancement of the territory for generations to come,” Smith noted.

Police kill Dominican Republic’s most wanted PRESIDENCY spokesman Roberto Rodríguez on Wednesday confirmed the shooting death of John Percival Matos, just 48 hours after his daring bank heist in a busy shopping centre in downtown Santo Domingo.

Percival and Brayan Fabian Paulino on Monday night held up the Popular bank branch at Plaza Lama store, where two guards were injured by gunfire, They were also

on the run after robbing an armored truck at Bella Vista Mall, in the National District on Sept. 13.

Police spokesman Nelson Rosario said Percival died in a shootout in a cabaña of the motel ‘Fuente del Placer’ in Bonao (central), where four unidentified people managed to escape in a taxi.

He said Percival was found with an assault rifle, a pistol and an SUV. (Dominica Today)

John Percival was wanted for a daring bank heist in a busy shopping centre in downtown Santo Domingo.

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Brexit and population increase ‘to change UK radically’ by 2030 LIFE in the UK will undergo “radical” change in the 2020s due to Brexit, population changes and jobs being taken by robots, a think tank has predicted.

The Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR) said there would be a Brexit “aftershock” and that the UK’s exit from the EU would be “the firing gun on a decade of disruption”.

It identified wide-ranging factors that would “reshape how we live and work”.

The government has promised to “forge a new role” for the UK in the world.

In its report, the IPPR, a centreleft think tank, said Brexit would be one of the major “disruptive forces” in the years ahead, saying the vote had delivered a “profound shock” to the UK’s political and economic order which was likely to set the country on a path of permanently lower growth and living standards.

It also anticipated a “demographic tipping point” with a population boom and the number of people aged 65 and over predicted to rise by a third by the end of the next decade.

The report said this would impose new strains on the state with the funding gap for adult social care expected to hit £13bn by 2030-31.

This would lead to an increase in the UK’s deficit - the gap between income and spending - it said.

The Queen’s Christmas message was pre-recorded.

The Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR) said there would be a Brexit “aftershock” and that the UK’s exit from the EU would be “the firing gun on a decade of disruption”.

The IPPR also said two-thirds of current jobs - 15 million - were at risk from “exponential” improvements in new technologies such as artificial intelligence systems.

“Politics, economics and power structures will be profoundly disrupted, and with it social relations,” it said.

The report said while this would not end “work as we know it”, it would make jobs less secure and more freelance.

Politicians would have to shape who benefits from the changes and who loses out, it said.

The report also predicted a

transformation in how energy is produced and consumed by 2030, which would be driven by climate change, as well as a “changing economic world order”, with power to “accelerate eastward”.

“Brexit is the firing gun on a decade of disruption,” the report said.

“Even as what we do and how we work changes, the UK is likely to remain trapped in a low growth, low interest rate decade driven by demographic shifts, productivity trends, weak investment, weak labour power, high levels of debt, and the headwinds of a slowing global economy.

Queen is feeling better, says Princess Anne THE Queen is feeling “better” despite missing a New Year’s Day church service at Sandringham, her daughter the Princess Royal has said.

Princess Anne spoke to wellwishers outside the church after attending the service with her father Prince Philip, brother Prince Edward and other royals.

Buckingham Palace said the Queen is “still recuperating” from a heavy cold.

Missing church was a “precautionary measure” in cold and wet weather and there was “no sense of undue concern”.

Twelve days ago the palace said both the Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh had heavy colds and had cancelled their plans to travel to Sandringham on 21 December.

They left for their Christmas break

a day late, travelling by helicopter instead of train.

Prince Philip has since made a full recovery.

The Queen did not attend the Christmas Day service at her Norfolk estate, the first time she has missed the service in many years.

The New Year’s Day service at Sandringham was led by the Bishop of Norwich.

Princess Anne’s husband, Vice Admiral Sir Timothy Laurence, who accompanied her to the service, added that the Queen was feeling “not too bad”.

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge were also absent from the service, after they, Prince George and Princess Charlotte spent Christmas with Kate’s family at Bucklebury in Berkshire. (BBC)

Turkey nightclub attack: IS says it carried out shooting

Argentina: Uproar as New Year message omits disputed Falklands

SO-CALLED Islamic State says it was behind the new year attack on a Turkish nightclub that killed 39 people.

The group said in a statement it was carried out by “a heroic soldier”.

At least 600 revellers were celebrating in the early hours of Sunday at Istanbul’s Reina nightclub when the gunman began firing indiscriminately, discharging some 180 bullets.

The gunman is still at large and a manhunt is under way. Police say they have made eight arrests so far.

IS has been blamed for recent attacks in Turkey, which is taking military action against the group in neighbouring Syria.

The militant group has already been linked to at least two attacks in Turkey last year.

The IS statement accused Turkey of shedding the blood of Muslims through “its air strikes and mortar attacks” in Syria.

Turkey launched a military operation in August aimed at

A NEW year’s message by Argentina’s social development ministry has caused uproar after it excluded the disputed Falkland Islands from the country’s map.

Former combatants and social media users said the message was offensive to those who died in the 1982 war.

The ministry has apologised, saying it was a mistake by the design team.

The islands are a British territory in the Atlantic claimed by Argentina, where they are known as the Malvinas.

President Mauricio Macri, who took office in December 2015, promised a “new kind of relationship” with the UK, a step seen as aimed at boosting Argentina’s flagging economy.

Since then, the countries have agreed to work toward removing measures restricting the oil and gas industry, shipping and fishing around the islands. But the issue of sovereignty has not been discussed.

Turkish police after the incident.

pushing back IS and Kurdish forces, with some of the most intensive recent fighting against IS around the northern town of al-Bab. Turkey has also been a key player with Russia in negotiating a truce between moderate rebel forces and

the government.

Turkey’s Deputy Prime Minister Numan Kurtulmus said on Monday that the nightclub attack was a “message” against Turkey’s operations in Syria but that they would not be affected.

Saul Perez, who fought in the war, expressed his “uneasiness,” and told C5N news channel “it was not a mistake.”

He said the omission was part of a campaign by Mr Macri’s government to “place a priority on bilateral trade” over the sovereignty claim.

Alicia Castro, who served as Argentina’s ambassador to the UK under former President Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner, called the absence of the islands “inadmissible.”

“I’m upset to see this mutilated map. Usually the British do this, I haven’t seen any government doing it,” she told Argentina’s Radio 10, according to La Nacion newspaper (in Spanish).

Some users on social media accused the government of betraying the claim to sovereignty.

The Falklands, with some 3,000 residents, are a UK overseas territory located about 530km (330 miles) off Argentina’s coast. In 2013 the islanders voted overwhelmingly to remain a UK territory.

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Russia-US row: Putin rules out tit-for-tat expulsion of diplomats

The Anisio Jobim Penitentiary Centre is the biggest in Amazonas state.

Brazil prison riot kills more than 50 in Amazonas state MORE than 50 inmates have been killed in a prison riot in the Brazilian state of Amazonas, officials say.

The unrest, which started on Sunday, ended early on Monday, police said, when the inmates surrendered their weapons and freed unharmed the last of 12 guards they had taken hostage.

A prison chaplain said the riot began after a fight between rival gangs.

A number of inmates has reportedly escaped. Brazil has the world’s fourth largest prison population.

There are some 600,000 inmates and overcrowding is a serious problem.

When the riot began on Sunday afternoon, six headless bodies were thrown over the perimeter fence of the Anisio Jobim Penitentiary Centre, the biggest in Amazonas state.

The prison was built for 454 inmates, but it is thought to have held almost 600. Latest available figures dating back to October suggest there were 585 prisoners in the jail back then.

Fights between rival gangs often result in dozens of inmates being killed and sometimes dismembered.

The gang members behind the deadly riots are often from violent inner-city areas of Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paulo who have been transferred to prisons in remote states in order to break up the gangs.

However, the number of deadly riots in these states would seem to indicate that this strategy has not worked out according to plan, correspondents say.

In October, at least 25 prisoners were killed in a jail in Boa Vista, in Roraima state, and seven youths also died in a riot in Caruaru in Pernambuco state. (BBC)

Israeli police question PM Netanyahu in corruption probe ISRAELI police have arrived at the home of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as part of an inquiry into corruption allegations.

Ahead of their arrival, Mr Netanyahu again denied any wrongdoing.

He told the media and political rivals to “hold off partying”, adding: “Nothing will happen, because there is nothing.”

Israeli media have reported allegations that he has received significant gifts or “favours” from businessmen.

Three investigators are reportedly questioning the PM at his central Jerusalem residence.

Mr Netanyahu told his Likud party legislators earlier on Monday: “We hear all the media reports. We see and hear the festive spirit and atmosphere in television studios and in the corridors of the opposition.

“I want to tell them to wait for the

A defiant Mr Netanyahu mocked his accusers ahead of the questioning.

celebrations. Do not rush. I told you and I repeat: There will be nothing because there is nothing. You will continue to inflate hot air balloons and we will continue to lead the state of Israel.”

RUSSIAN President Vladimir Putin has ruled out a tit-for-tat response after the US expelled 35 Russian diplomats amid a row over hacking.

He said Russia would not “stoop” to the level of “irresponsible diplomacy” but would work to restore ties with the US under President-elect Donald Trump.

Russia’s foreign ministry had formally asked Mr Putin to expel 35 US envoys.

The country denies involvement in hacking related to the US election, calling US sanctions “ungrounded”.

Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev accused the outgoing US administration of President Barack Obama of ending in “anti-Russian death throes”.

Under the US action taken on Thursday: § Thirty-five diplomats from Russia’s Washington embassy and its consulate in San Francisco were declared “persona non grata” and given 72 hours to leave the US with their families § Two properties said to have been used by Russian intelligence services in New York and Maryland will be closed § Sanctions were announced against nine entities and individuals including two Russian intelligence agencies, the GRU and the FSB Mr Obama, who will be replaced

by Donald Trump on 20 January, had vowed action against Russia amid

Russian president Vladimir Putin said that his country would not “stoop” to the level of “irresponsible diplomacy” but would work to restore ties with the US under President-elect Donald Trump.

US accusations that it directed cyberattacks on the Democratic Party and Hillary Clinton’s campaign.

Emails stolen from her campaign manager and from the servers of the Democratic National Committee - some containing embarrassing information for Democrats were released during the election campaign.

In a statement on the Kremlin website (in Russian), Mr Putin said: “We won’t be expelling anyone.

“We won’t be banning their families and children from the places where they usually spend the New Year holidays. Furthermore, I invite all children of American diplomats accredited in Russia to

the New Year and Christmas Tree in the Kremlin.”

He wished Barack Obama and his family a happy New Year, as well as Mr Trump and “the whole American people”.

In a message on the presidential website, Mr Putin said that, with the accession of Mr Trump, “the two states, acting in a constructive and pragmatic manner, can take real steps for restoration of mechanisms for bilateral co-operation”.

President-elect Trump has dismissed the hacking claims as “ridiculous” and said Americans should “get on with our lives” when asked previously about the possibility of sanctions.

Syria conflict: Clashes reported despite truce FIGHTING between government and rebel forces has been reported in parts of Syria despite a nationwide truce coming into force overnight.

The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, a UK-based monitoring group, said there had been fierce clashes and air strikes in northern Hama province.

It added that rebel-held Wadi Barada near Damascus was also bombarded. But the military denied doing so.

There has been no comment from Turkey and Russia, which brokered the truce.

The rival jihadist groups, Islamic State (IS) and Jabhat Fateh al-Sham, and the Kurdish YPG militia are excluded from the initiative, which is aimed at restarting peace talks in Kazakhstan’s capital Astana next month.

Reports of clashes emerged within hours of the truce starting at midnight local time (22:00 GMT on Thursday).

The Syrian Observatory said government warplanes had carried out 16 air strikes on rebel-held areas

The truce comes a week after the Syrian army’s successful operation to retake Aleppo.

in the northern countryside of Hama province on Friday.

The Local Co-ordination Committees (LCC), an opposition activist network, said the town of Halfaya had been targeted.

The Syrian Observatory and LCC also reported fighting in Wadi Barada, a valley in the mountains north-west of Damascus.

They said helicopters had attacked

the village of Basima and positions held by rebels and allied jihadists from Jabhat Fateh al-Sham, which was known as al-Nusra Front until it formally broke ties with al-Qaeda in July.

But a Syrian military media unit denied that troops had shelled Wadi Barada and accused the opposition of aiming to show it was not abiding by the truce.

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Thousands support Maskanoo 2016

BY DAISY HANDFIELD

Photo credit Digital Handprint

THOUSANDS of residents and visitors alike lined the Grace Bay strip on Boxing Day, December 26, to experience a showcase of the Turks and Caicos Islands’ culture.

Maskanoo, which is an annual hosted by the Turks and Caicos Islands Hotel and Tourism Association, in conjunction with other entities, has grown tremendously over the years and has become an event that is looked forward to by many residents and visitors alike.

The ninth annual Maskanoo celebrations started at 3pm and continued until midnight with Kew band Lynxs and the Caribbean Music Farm band with Noel Brown, who rocked the stage under the theme ‘Bush meets Soca at Maskanoo 2016’ along with DJ Shakes.

As the night progressed, Kitch and We Funk and the Five Cays Youth Junkanoo performed Junkanoo pieces.

David Bowen, coordinator and host of the event spoke to this publication on Wednesday and said that he was impressed with the

Crowd shot of Maskanoo 2016

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DJ Shakes

turnout this year and that he believes that there were well over 10,000 people in attendance.

He said: “The event itself, I think went very well…We had a lot more tourists. Prior to this year, we noticed a trend where tourists came early and left early. However, this year we noticed that they stayed right until the very end.”

Mr Bowen added that he is hoping to receive more support going forward, especially with this newly elected Government.

“I feel a fresh new vibe coming in. I feel that with this

MC for Maskanoo David Bowen

new Government, Maskanoo will be supported more than with the previous Government.

“Also, with the new director of Tourism, I am expecting changes.

Anyone who looked and stood down there at Maskanoo 2016 and saw what they saw, it would have been a no-brainer. I have a good feeling that with the collaboration of the Ministry of Tourism and the new Premier and her cabinet, we will see a different Maskanoo.

A Maskanoo that is more branded around the Turks and Caicos Islands, something that the guests

will come to the country for every year,” the coordinator said.

Although the coordinator did not want to spoil the surprises for the event’s tenth annual anniversary next year, he briefly shared in on a key change that can be expected.

He said: “It took us 10 years to really make Maskanoo a solid event… I think for the tenth anniversary we would like to take the event to another level. Especially for the parade, it will be one of the major highlights. So far, we have been balancing the parade with the bands.”

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Mariah Carey: Row over New Year’s Eve performance debacle THERE have been bitter recriminations after Mariah Carey’s televised New Year’s Eve performance went wrong.

The pop star’s live appearance in New York’s Times Square was beset by problems as she complained of sound difficulties and struggled to sing.

Her representative told Billboard the producers “set her up to fail”.

But Dick Clark Productions said any suggestion it would “compromise the success of any artist is defamatory, outrageous and frankly absurd”.

Carey was live on ABC just before midnight and began with Auld Lang Syne, but hit trouble during her 1991 hit Emotions.

Complaining that she could not hear, she did not sing for much of the track and her dancers led her through an awkward stage routine.

She told the crowd: “I want a holiday, too. Can I not have one? I’m trying to be a good sport here.”

The problems continued during her next song, the 2005 hit We Belong Together. She lowered her

Benedict Cumberbatch is back as Sherlock for the new three-part series.

The star’s dancers appeared to guide her through parts of the routine.

microphone but could still be heard singing on a pre-recorded track.

“It just don’t get any better,” she said at the end of the song.

Her spokesperson Nicole Perna told Billboard: “She was not ‘winging’ this moment and took it very seriously. A shame that production set her up to fail.”

Carey told the production crew that her earpiece was not working in advance, Ms Perna said.

“They told her it would be

fine once she was on stage,” she explained. “However, that was not the case and they were again told that her earpiece was not working.

Instead of endeavouring to fix the issue so that Mariah could perform, they went live.”

Carey went on stage but was “flying blind”, Ms Perna said.

Referring to the backing vocal track, she said, “it is not uncommon for artists to sing to track during certain live performances”.

Sherlock beats the Queen in festive TV ratings MORE than eight million people tuned in to see the return of Sherlock on BBC One on Sunday, overnight ratings show.

That means it was the UK’s second-most watched programme of the festive period - behind the New Year’s Eve fireworks, which were watched by 11.6 million.

The biggest Christmas Day audience came for the Queen’s Christmas message, which was seen by 7.7 million people.

The first episode of the fourth

series of Sherlock had an average audience of 8.1 million.

The episode, entitled The Six Thatchers, was based on Arthur Conan Doyle’s story The Adventure of the Six Napoleons and involved six smashed statues of the former UK prime minister.

It “reached new heights of action and emotion”, according to The Guardian’s Mark Lawson, who saw parallels between Benedict Cumberbatch’s Sherlock Holmes and James Bond.

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Michael returns to the UK album chart top 10 Rihanna’s Anti placed twelfth overall in the face of fierce competition in the music industry from artistes past and present.

Joint service planned for Reynolds and Fisher THE family of Debbie Reynolds and Carrie Fisher are reportedly planning a joint memorial service.

The Singin’ In The Rain star, 84, died from a suspected stroke on Wednesday, while grieving for her daughter Fisher, who died just a day earlier.

Fisher, 60, best known for her role as Princess Leia in the Star Wars series, died after suffering a heart attack on a flight from London to Los Angeles.

Todd Fisher told the New York

Daily News a joint service was “likely”.

Reynold’s son said: “It’s what we want to do, but we’re still working on the mechanics.

“We like the idea, if it’s at all possible. I think it’s appropriate.”

He has posted a cartoon depiction of his mother and sister together, reprising their most famous roles, alongside the caption: “This is a beautiful love story to witness in my 58 years. I miss them both so much.

Love is everlasting.”

GEORGE Michael has returned to the UK album chart top 10 following his death on Christmas Day. The singer, who achieved 11 number one singles and nine top albums as a solo artist and with Wham!, is back posthumously at number eight with greatest hits album Ladies & Gentlemen.

Little Mix’s album Glory Days ends the year as the number one album.

Clean Bandit’s Rockabye remains at number one in the singles charts for an eighth week.

Michael died aged 53 at his home in Goring-on-Thames, Oxfordshire and police have said that a postmortem examination into the cause of his death was “inconclusive”.

His retrospective album, which topped the chart for eight weeks upon its release in 1998, sees a 5625% surge on sales and streams from last week.

It was already one of the 60 bestselling UK albums of all time and now re-enters the album chart top 10 for the first time in 17 years.

Michael’s last album with Wham!,

Albums and singles from across George Michael’s career have re-entered the charts following his death.

The Final, is at 40, while Twenty Five, Faith, Symphonica and Older have all returned to the top 100.

Four of his singles, including 1987’s Faith also return to the top 100 singles chart.

Last Christmas has returned to the top 10 for the first time in 31 years and is the second most-streamed

track of the week with 3.6m streams.

Official Charts Company boss Martin Talbot said: “The sudden and terribly sad death of George Michael has naturally prompted his fans to re-explore his rich catalogue again, paying tribute to his incredible talent, both as a solo artist and founder of Wham!.

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(649) 332-5020

On behalf of: BLESSING GOD

LABOURER Must be willing to work five days per week.

Monday – Friday assisting where needed Salary: $6.25 per hour

GRACE BAY

CONTACT: (649) 346-7626

Is seeking a:

CLEANER Must be willing to work six days per week. Cleaning and assisting where needed Salary: $6.25 per hour

13181

CONTACT: (649) 332-5020

Must be willing to work six days per week Salary: $8.00 per hour

2 MINISTERS

CONTACT:

CONTACT:

(649) 332-5020

Salary: $6.50 per hour

ODINOR FRANCOIS

P&D CONSULTANCY

KEW TOWN

Acting on behalf of our clients is seeking the following:

Must be willing to work 6 days per week. Cleaning, washing and cooking Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: (649) 331-1887

BIG AL’S / CAICOS CATERING

DOMESTIC WORKER REQUIRED RESTAURANT CAPTAIN COOK Is seeking a:

• • • • • • •

PLEASE EMAIL APPLICATION TO: AMP@TCIWAY.TC OR FAX: (649) 946-4942

13176

13141

CUBAN CRAFTERS CIGAR FACTORY GRACE BAY is seeking a:

Salary: $9.00 per hour (shift related)

TIKI HUT

Is seeking the following:

BARTENDER KITCHEN HELPER DISH WASHER

Salary: $6.25 per hour (All positions are shift related). Must be willing to work holidays and weekends Drop resume at either of the locations if interested.

Belongers need only apply

STORE CLERK Must be willing to work 6 days per week Salary: $7.00 per hour

CONTACT: (649) 946-4600

NEW HOPE WESLEYAN CREOLE CHURCH

RENANDE MORENCY

is seeking a:

is seeking a:

is seeking a:

is seeking a:

is seeking a:

DOMESTIC WORKER

BEAUTY SALON HELPER

DIRECTOR OF SUNDAY SCHOOL

CONTACT: (649) 345-6998

13218

Must be willing to work six days per week. Assisting customers and collecting payments. Salary: $6.25 per hour. Contact: Sondre Joseph at Deadline for application is December 31st 2016

BLUE HILLS

KEW TOWN

To work six days per week Cleaning and assisting where needed Salary: $6.50 per hour

Must be willing to work six days per week Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT:

(649) 341-3153 OR (649) 344-0689

(649) 242-2804

CONTACT:

BLUE HILLS

Must be willing to work six days per week Salary:$8.00 per hour

CONTACT: (649) 342-0152

13098

CONTACT:

13217

CONTACT:

(649) 246-4769

FORBES BEAUTIFUL SALON

CASHIER (649) 345-9486

13209

Must be willing to work six days per week. Applicant must be honest, reliable and hard working Salary: $6.00

GLASGOW WILSON

SALES CLERK

Must be willing to work six days per week Salary: $6.25 per hour

AGNES SWANN

FLARE BOUTIQUE BLUE HILLS

is seeking a:

CLOSING DATE: JANUARY 1ST 2017 SUBMIT ALL RESUMES AND CV’S TO: GTC LIMITED, P.O. BOX 543, PROVIDENCIALES

13206

BLUE HILLS

Must have 5 years’ experience as restaurant captain Must be able to run dining room Must have outgoing personality Must be able to motivate and supervise dining staff Have knowledge of beverage and wines Must be willing to work evening, holidays and weekends Annual salary range: 18k (plus service charge)

13211

DSLG VARIETY STORE

Is in need of a:

13213

DUTIES INCLUDE:

Hours: 36 per week to suit needs of business. Wages: $10.00 per hour. No phone calls please Closing date January 1st, 2017 Belongers only need apply

(649) 241-1429

DOMESTIC LABOURER WORKER

BELLA LUNA RISTORANTE

Cleaner required for medical clinic

CONTACT:

Is seeking a:

Must be willing to work six days per weekSalary: $6.25 per hour

(649) 332-0814

Must be willing to work 6 days per week Salary: $6.25 per hour

North Caicos

Is seeks a:

MESSENGER BAPTIST CHURCH DOMESTIC WORKER KJ CLOTHING STORE CASHIER GOLD STAR CONTRACTORS & MAINTENANCE HANDY MAN 4 LABOURERS 2 GARDENERS

CONTACT:

(649) 243-6890

2 DOMESTIC WORKERS 2 LABOURERS

FIVE CAYS

CARE TAKER Must be willing to work six days per week Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: (649) 346-4624

13197

13199

Must be willing to work six days per week. Cleaning the yard, watering plants and assisting tenants Salary: $6.25 per hour

(649) 332-5020

QUEEN OF THE SEA

is applying for a:

LABOURER CONTACT:

(649) 332-4686

TAILOR

Seeks the following:

13185

Must be willing to work six days per week. Collecting payments, opening and closing the store Salary: $7.00 per hour

NORTH CAICOS is seeking:

13216

Must be willing to work six days per week. Cleaning and assisting where needed Salary: $6.25 per hour

ROBERT PIERRE VICTOR RELIABLE CONSULTANT AGENCY is looking for a:

CASHIER

THE CHURCH OF GOD ROSE GARDEN

13215

DOMESTIC WORKER

13187

(649) 332-5020

13194

Must be willing to work six days per week. Cleaning and assisting where needed Salary: $6.25 per hour

AIRPORT ROAD is seeking a:

is seeking a:

13195

CLEANER

TOWN TAILOR SHOP AND FURNITURES

13202

is looking for a:

13196

is looking for a:

VINOS LICORES & MORE

13183

CLAIRE WORLD OFDOWN GIRL BEAUTY SALON WISLET TOWN THE BIGHT

CONTACT:

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13210

January 5 - 13, 2017

is seeking a:

is looking a:

GRAND TURK

PROVIDENCIALES

is seeking a:

DOMESTIC WORKER

LABOURER

CONTACT:

CONTACT:

CONTACT: (649) 241-5615

FREDELIN MICHEL BAYSIDE SEAFOOD BRYAN ALPHONSO BROWN GRAND TURK

DOMESTIC WORKER / CLEANER

CONTACT:

CONTACT:

GLADISE M. WALKIN BLUE HILLS is seeking a:

LABOURER

DOMESTIC WORKER

CONTACT:

CONTACT:

Must be willing to work six days per week. Must be able to clean the property .

Salary: $6.25 per hour

(649) 332-5020

THE BIGHT

GUSTAVE ISRAEL

is seeking a:

is seeking a:

CONTACT:

Must be willing to work six days per week Caring to children Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: (649) 332-6354

13185

CONTACT:

13198

Must be willing to work six days per week Salary: $6.25 per hour

13175

(649) 241-5922

Must be willing to work 6 days per week Salary: $6.25 per hour

DAVID WALKIN THE BIGHT is looking for a:

Must be willing to work 6 days per week Salary: $6.50 per hour

Must be willing to work six days per week. Cleaning and assisting where needed Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT:

CONTACT:

(649) 341-5559

J&W CONSTRUCTION LTD. Seeks the following:

NANNY

Must be willing to work six days per week. Caring for four children, cleaning the house, washing and ironing Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: (649) 332-5020

Must be willing to work six days per week Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: (649) 231-4234

KASSANDRA ROCK

is seeking a:

is seeking a:

Seeks a:

Is seeking a:

is looking for a:

SOUTH CAICOS

CARPENTER LABOURER LABOURER LABOURER CONTACT:

(649) 241-2415

Must be willing to work six days per week. Keeping yard and surrounding areas clean Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT:

(649) 332-5020

13189

(649) 332-5020

13186

Must be willing to work six days per week. Cleaning the yard and assisting with other labour work as well Salary: $6.25 per hour

13188

13203

Must be willing to work five days per week. Cleaning and assisting as needed. Salary: $6.50 per hour THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

GRAND TURK

JAMES & MARIE N. PROSPERE THE BIGHT

Must be willing to work six days per week. Taking care of children, cook for them and help with home-work Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: (649) 332-5020

PIERRE AUGUSTE FIVE CAYS

is seeking a:

CAREGIVER / DOMESTIC WORKER BABYSITTER Must be willing to work six days per week. Cleaning and assisting where needed Salary: $6.25 per hour

Must be willing to work 5 days per week. Caring for child. Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: (649) 347-5026

13174

BLUE HILLS

CONTACT:

(649) 332-5020

LABOURERS MASON CARPENTER NANNY

NADIA PEAN

(649) 347-7023

SOUTH DOCK

LABOURER

MERISIER PIERRE

CONTACT:

DELANO EWING

DOMESTIC WORKER

MARGARETTE ALCINEUS

Must be willing to work six days per week. Salary: $450.00 per week. THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

(649) 341-1373

is seeking a:

LION CONSTRUCTION CENTRAL SQUARE

CONTACT:

is seeking a:

Must be able to work six days per week. Cleaning and assisting where needed.

SALARY: $6.50 PER HOUR

(649) 241-5406

(649) 332-5020

GUERLINE DERVIL

CLEANER LABOURER BABYSITTER

(649) 347-7993

Must be willing to work six days per week. Washing, cleaning the house, ironing and caring for children Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT:

LABOURER

13186

is seeking a:

is seeking a:

BLUE HILLS

is looking for a:

CONTACT: (649) 332-5029

13193

DOWN TOWN

(649) 332-5020

is seeking a:

PHILIPPE VIXAMAR

is seeking a:

13179

FLAMINGO CAFÉ & TAKE-OUT SERVICE

Must be willing to work six days per week Cleaning and assisting where needed Salary: $6.25 per hour

13190

(649) 347-7420

13172

Must be willing to work 6 days per week. Must be willing to work holidays and weekends Salary: $6.50 per hour BELONGERS WILL BE GIVEN FIRST PREFERENCE BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 9 AM AND 4 PM MONDAY TO FRIDAY

CARLINE M. BRENORD SOUTH DOCK

13191

DOMESTIC WORKER

(649) 231-4856

PROVIDENCIALES

13201

is seeking a:

is seeking a:

CONTACT:

E&J BARBER SHOP & BEAUTY SALON

BARBER

13200

(649) 231-4214

13170

Must be willing to work six days per week Salary: $6.50 per hour

13169

(649) 241-8719

13168

Must be willing to work six days per week Salary: $6.50 per hour

Must be willing to work 6 days per week Salary: $6.50 per hour

Acting on behalf of our clients

Must be willing to work seven days per week. Must be able to work shifts, holidays and weekends Salary: $6.25 per hour

13173

LABOURER

FUEL ATTENDANTS

Must be willing to work 6 days per week. Must be willing to work holidays and weekends Salary: $6.25 per hour BELONGERS WILL BE GIVEN FIRST PREFERENCE BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 9 AM AND 4 PM MONDAY TO FRIDAY

C & S PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

13171

is seeking a:

NATHAN SMITH

13205

CRANDELL A. LIGHTBOURNE

13178

GRAND TURK

GDT GRAND SERVICETURK STORE

ERIC SMITH

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13192

30 CLASSIFIEDS

VACANCIES Lycurgue Cesar & Janiece Carter, Expertise Cleaner, Sail Provo, Baniel Zamor, Jacquelin Remy, Sha Construction, Maid to Clean, New Tech Construction, Tropical Bar, Charles Barber Shop, Discount Auto Parts, Waster Chery (Construction Digital)

DOMESTIC WORKER - $6.25 per hour CLEANER/MAID - $6.25 per hour SALES CLERK - $6.25 per hour BARBER - $6.25 per hour MECHANIC - $ 7-9 per hour LABOURER/HELPER - $6.25 per hour PLUMBER - $8-10 per hour MASON/CARPENTER - $8-10 per hour Currently held by work permit holders

Contact: darling86@hotmail.com

13226

CMP CLEANERS AIRPORT ROAD

Is seeking a:

DA CONCH SHACK BLUE HILLS Is seeking a:

FLOOR

DOMESTIC CAPTAIN WORKERS Must be willing to work six days per week. Cleaning and assisting when needed.

Salary: $6.50 PER HOUR.

CONTACT: (649) 345-3825

13232

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Must be willing to work 6 days per week. Salary: $6.25 per hour.

CONTACT: (649) 946-8877 THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

13223

CHAMPIONS FOR CHRIST INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE An affiliate of A Touch of Love Ministries International Center

English / Literature Teacher Needed REQUIREMENTS: • Bachelors/Masters degree from reputable institution in area of discipline; Advance degree a plus • Minimum of 5-7 years teaching experience in secondary or postsecondary education • Experience with Christian education

curriculum • Persons must be an active born-again Christian who believes in the work of the Holy Ghost • Submit resume and three references including one from current Pastor • Salaries will be based on qualification and experience

No phone calls please. Address applications: Executive Board Champions for Christ International School of Excellence 1049 Leeward Hwy, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands, BWI Email: championsforchristtci@gmail.com. Fax:1-877-580-8743

DONALD CENEUS

GEM SMITH ASAMOAH

Is seeking a:

Is seeking a:

THE BIGHT

LONG BAY

HELPER HELPER Must be willing to work 6 days per week. SALARY: $6.25 PER HOUR.

Must be willing to work 6 days per week.

SALARY: $6.25 PER HOUR

CONTACT: (649) 341-8426

CONTACT: (649) 231-6671

13248

13247

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

JERRY JENNINGS

NOTICE

NANNY

BLUE HILLS

Is seeking a:

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS

REGULATION 7 OF THE PHYSICAL PLANNING (DEVELOPMENT PERMISSION)

CONTACT: (649) 345-3825

13234

BLUE HILLS

Is looking for a:

TILE MAN Must be willing to work six days per week.

Prepping surfaces, cutting and laying tile.

Salary: $7.00 per hour.

CONTACT: (649) 344-0906 13236

WANTED ONE GARDENER/ MAINTENANCE

THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

HERBERT INGHAM GRAND TURK

Is seeking a:

LABOURER Must be willing to work six days per week. Must be able to work holidays and weekends. Wages starting at $6.50 PER HOUR. Belongers will be given first preference.

Man to work 6 days per week 7am-2:30pm. Contact Management 9413312.

The Proprietors Strata Plan #38 (The Grandview on Grace Bay).

13220

CONTACT: (649) 231-0993 BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 9AM AND 4PM MONDAY TO FRIDAY POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER 13230

JEAN-CLAUDE DEMILUS TIRESIAS

JANETRIA L. STUBBS

Is seeking employment for the following:

Must be willing to work six days per week. Caring for children and assisting when needed. Salary: $250.00 per week.

CLAUDE CONSTRUCTION

13222

January 5 - 13, 2017

1 HANDYMAN

Salary: $7.00 per hour.

Interested candidate may contact the employer at: 344-1312 for further details regarding employment.

13237

Is seeking a:

LABOURER Must be willing to work six days per week. Salary: $6.50 PER HOUR.

CONTACT: (649) 241-2073

13231

REGULATIONS, 2014

An Application, PR 12869, by Crayton Dale Higgs for the development of proposed 6 (1) Bedroom Units, 1 (2) Bedroom Unit and 1 (3) Bedroom Unit, also a Caretaker’s Quarter with storage facility, has been submitted to the Department of Planning for consideration of Development Permission on 60713/351, Cheshire hall and Richmond Hill on 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 Center Mall, Providenciales, within twenty eight (28) day of publication of this Notice.

Notice dated: December 23rd, 2016

13221

Nursery Coordinator REQUIREMENTS • Minimum 4 years’ experience in operations/ coordination role; • Excellent English verbal and written skills; • Comprehensive experience using QuickBooks for financial accounting, generation of financial reports and analysis; • Experience dealing with high-end clients; • Willing to work outdoors and irregular hours

including weekends and holidays if needed; • Preferably a Bachelor’s degree in environmental law; • Relevant qualification in Environmental Studies or protection; • Understanding of plants in indigenous Environmental application; • Salary $3,600 per month.

Prospective applicants including Islanders can bring all applications with two letters of recommendation citing relevant experience in the same industry to EA Nursery 65 Beachwood Street, Grace Bay Village, Providenciales or e-mail to admin@ environmentalarts.tc. Successful applicants will be notified by phone for interview. This position is currently held by work permit holder.

13224

32 CLASSIFIEDS

MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR

MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN Required to join our five person maintenance and groundskeeping department.

Applicants should have basic mechanical, electrical & plumbing skills, English

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communication skills and driver’s licence Compensation will be commensurate with qualifications & experience, and will include participation in the Resort’s service charge pool.

RESUMES CAN BE DROPPED OFF AT HOTEL OR EMAILED TO KMCINTOSH@PORTSOFCALLRESORT.COM

We require a “hands on” Supervisor for a five-person maintenance and groundskeeping department.

This is a “working” position, and the Supervisor will be expected to teach and lead by example.

CANDIDATES SHOULD HAVE: Supervisory experience

Mechanical, electrical & plumbing skills Strong English written and verbal skills Driver’s licence Compensation will be commensurate with qualifications & experience, and will include participation in the Resort’s service charge pool.

RESUMES CAN BE DROPPED OFF AT HOTEL OR EMAILED TO: DPAPKE@PORTSOFCALLRESORT.COM 13132

13131

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS

The Somerset Strata Management Co Ltd, is seeking a suitable qualified Belongers who possess the requirements listed are encouraged to apply. Ideal candidates should possess luxury resort experience, be professional in attitude and demeanor and must read and speak English fluently.

The Somerset Strata Management Co Ltd, is seeking a suitable qualified Belongers who possess the requirements listed are encouraged to apply. Ideal candidates should possess luxury resort experience, be professional in attitude and demeanor and must read and speak English fluently.

GARDENER

GARDENER

RESPONSIBILITIES: • Complete ground work as directed by the Property Manager which may include picking up trash, sweeping curb and dumpster areas and maintaining landscaping beds and other ground areas • Must have the ability to lift heavy items weighing up to 150lbs • Must have the ability to maintain irrigation systems and provide proper upkeep of sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, fountains, and other grounds features

RESPONSIBILITIES: ;;Complete ground work as directed by the Property Manager which may include picking up trash, sweeping curb and dumpster areas and maintaining landscaping beds and other ground areas ;;Must have the ability to lift heavy items weighing up to 150lbs ;;Must have the ability to maintain irrigation systems and provide proper upkeep of sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, fountains, and other grounds features

COMMON AREA ATTENDANT

COMMON AREA ATTENDANT

RESPONSIBILITIES: • Clean and maintain guest public areas within the hotel • Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment, in order to prevent damage to floors and fixtures • Maintain an inventory of cleaning and toiletry supplies • Polish furnitures, metal work, and chrome using appropriate cleaning and polishing compounds

RESPONSIBILITIES: ;;Clean and maintain guest public areas within the hotel ;;Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment, in order to prevent damage to floors and fixtures ;;Maintain an inventory of cleaning and toiletry supplies ;;Polish furnitures, metal work, and chrome using appropriate cleaning and polishing compounds

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS: • Must be a team player with a desire to deliver excellent customer service to our guest • Must have clear English communications skills (written or oral) • Previous experience in this area would be an asset

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS: • Must be a team player with a desire to deliver excellent customer service to our guest • Must have clear English communications skills (written or oral) • Previous experience in this area would be an asset

Salary for this position will commensurate with qualifications and experience

Salary for this position will commensurate with qualifications and experience

Qualified Belonger candidates are requested to submit a CV by e-mail to:

Qualified Belonger candidates are requested to submit a CV by e-mail to:

JOANNA IVASIUK THE SOMERSET RESORT ON GRACE BAY JIVASIUK@THESOMERSET.COM

JOANNA IVASIUK THE SOMERSET RESORT ON GRACE BAY JIVASIUK@THESOMERSET.COM

Submissions for this job position should be received no later than January 23, 2017 13238

Submissions for this job position should be received no later than January 23, 2017

13239

DEEP CREEK WATER SUPPLY

COOPER JACK BAY

NORTH CAICOS REQUIRES

Is seeking a:

EXPERIENCED CARPENTER/LABOURER

LABOURER Must be willing to work 6 days per week. SALARY: $6.25 PER HOUR.

CONTACT: (649) 244-8820

13249

Experienced carpenter/labourer required for full time work at, North Caicos. Must be willing to work six days a week. A demonstrated ability to work unsupervised with excellent communication skills is essential for the position. Salary is $6.25 per hour.

Please apply no later than 14Th January, 2016 at royann_30@hotmail.com or contact on telephone No. 231 3967/946 7761.

Belongers only need apply.

13244

Maintenance Technician

We are seeking a well-qualified candidate for the position of Maintenance Technician. We require an all-round Maintenance Technician with experience in plumbing and electrical repairs, painting, pool maintenance, tool and equipment maintenance, Klargester sewage systems, woodwork and general labour.

Candidate must be prepared to work weekends and holidays, and be on-call evenings.

Base salary range $22,000 to $25,000 per annum commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Please submit applications to: Human Resources Manager, Point Grace Management, P.O. Box 700, Grace Bay, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands, Tel: (649) 946-5096; Fax (649) 946-5097; Email: humanresources@pointgrace.com.

Interested Belongers must submit copies of their application to the Commissioner of Labour& Work Permit Board Zone 2. This position is currently held by a work permit holder. Closing date for application is December 30, 2016.

13227

PHARMACIST DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Serves patients with kind and caring disposition • Prepares medications • Counsels and monitors patients drugs therapies • Gives pharmacological advice and information to multidisciplinary health care team • Prepares medications by reviewing and interpreting physician orders • Detects and resolves therapeutic incompatibilities • Provides pharmacological advice and information via phone and in person to patients and health care professionals SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS • Must have certification from accredited university/institution and valid professional license through valid and acceptable regulations authority • Must have a minimum 5 years’ experience working in a Retail Pharmacy environment • Skilled at interacting with customers of all socioeconomic backgrounds • Ability to operate point-of-sale and Kroll software programs • Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills • Competent and reliable professional, committed and experience Salary range from 50k – 55k depending on qualifications and experience

BELONGERS ONLY NEED TO APPLY. QUALIFIED APPLICANTS MAY APPLY VIA EMAIL TO: ISLANDPHARMACY@TCIWAY.TC ADDRESSED TO THE ATTENTION OF BUSINESS MANAGER, MRS MELANIE DELANCY 13177

WILFREY & TONY BEAUTY SALON OLYMPIC PLAZA, SOUTH DOCK ROAD Is seeking:

PIERRE JACQUES ALCIME FIVE CAYS, PROVIDENCIALES

2 NAIL TECHNICIANS 1 HAIRDRESSER Must be willing to work six days per week.

Salary: $6.50 per hour.

CONTACT: (649) 231-0882

13219

Is seeking a:

LABOURER Must be willing to work six days per week.

Salary: $6.50 per hour.

CONTACT: (649) 246-1284

13235

TURKS & CAICOS ENVIRONMENTAL MGT. Is seeking to employ a:

LABOURER Must be willing to work 6 days per week Picking up litter, ensuring landfill is kept clean Directing traffic entering landfill Salary: $7.00 per hour

CONTACT: KEVIN TAYLOR AT (649) 946-8236

13212

KEVIN TAYLOR NORTH CAICOS

Is seeking a:

LABOURER

Must be willing to work five days per week. Cleaning yard and assisting where needed.

SALARY: $7.00 PER HOUR.

CONTACT: (649) 247-4068

POSITION CURRENTLY HELD

BY WORK PERMIT HOLDER 13229

PIERRE AUGUSTE FIVE CAYS

is seeking a:

DOMESTIC WORKER Must be willing to work six days per week. Cleaning and assisting where needed Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: (649) 332-5029

13193

KAREN ADAMS POLLARD

CLASSIFIEDS 33

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TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS FINANCIAL SERVICES COMMISSION Regulating with Honesty, Integrity and Transparency

NOTICE TO CURRENT AND POTENTIAL CREDIT UNIONS IN THE TCI RECENTLY PASSED CREDIT UNION ORDINANCE The recently enacted Credit Union Ordinance provides the Financial Services Commission with responsibility for the regulation and supervision of credit unions in the Turks and Caicos Islands. The Credit Union Ordinance can be found on the Commission’s website at http:// www.tcifsc.tc/ All entities currently or intending to engage in credit union business, as set out in the Ordinance, will require a licence issued by the Commission.

Accordingly, all entities currently conducting credit union business in the Islands are asked to contact the Commission at 946-5314/941-8311 or fsc@tcifsc.tc Recognising the early stage of credit union regulation in the Islands, the Commission is committed to working with potential licensees in developing compliant credit union models. This includes providing training to the executive and promotors of credit unions. Accordingly, the Commission strongly recommends that groups that currently operate informal credit union type businesses seize this opportunity to regularise their operations and become formally recognised under the new regulatory regime.

13208

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34 CLASSIFIEDS

CAICOS ECO SAFARIS Is looking for a:

FREE DIVE INSTRUCTOR

Must have the following qualifications: • Minimum 1 year PADI Free-dive Instructor • EFR Instructor & First Aids • Proficient in English and bilingual preferred • Membership and Liability Insurance • STCW95 Complaint This position entails working as Free Dive Instructor teaching free dive courses. Must free-dive comfortably to 120ft and breathe hold of at least 2 ½ minutes.

Must be able to maintain 100% safety on and under the water by

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performing rescue drills during dive courses.

OTHER DUTIES INCLUDE: boat maintenance, land duty, booking dive / snorkel trips and sales, knowledge of underwater camera/ video. Proficiency in computer skills, absolute punctuality, be prepared to work long hours, long weekends and holidays.

Weekly base salary $400 Belongers are invited to send copies of application to the Board The position is currently not held by work permit holder

ALL APPLICATIONS SEND TO: INFO@CAICOSCATALYST.COM 431-6287

13214

POSITIONS FOR HOUSEKEEPERS ARE AVAILABLE

TWEELAN SWANN LONG BAY

Is seeking an:

ADVERTISE

IN THIS SPACE!

AT A CONDO RESORT, LOWER BIGHT, PROVO. Responsibilities include: • cleaning of rooms ensuring guest satisfaction • ensure that the facilities are kept in clean and orderly in line with the resort standard of cleaniness • laundry QUALIFICATIONS: • Minimum of 2-3 years of housekeeping experience • Must be able to work weekend and holidays Salary: $8.00 per hour.

BELONGERS ONLY SHOULD SEND THEIR RESUMES/ CVS

BY EMAIL TO MARSHA@MISICKSTANBROOK.TC FOR THE ATTENTION OF MARSHA BLANCHE TEL: 649-946-4732.

APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE RECEIVED NO LATER THAN DECEMBER 16, 2016.

13147

The Somerset Strata Management Co Ltd, is seeking a suitable qualified Belongers who possess the requirements listed are encouraged to apply. Ideal candidates should possess luxury resort experience, be professional in attitude and demeanor and must read and speak English fluently.

GARDENER

ONLY

ELECTRICIAN Must be willing to work 6 days per week. SALARY: $6.25 PER HOUR.

CONTACT: (649) 241-5325

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PER WEEK

CALL 946-4664

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The Somerset Strata Management Co Ltd, is seeking a suitable qualified Belongers who possess the requirements listed are encouraged to apply.

Ideal candidates should possess luxury resort experience, be professional in attitude and demeanor and must read and speak English fluently.

GARDENER

RESPONSIBILITIES: • Complete ground work as directed by the Property Manager which may include picking up trash, sweeping curb and dumpster areas and maintaining landscaping beds and other ground areas • Must have the ability to lift heavy items weighing up to 150lbs • Must have the ability to maintain irrigation systems and provide proper upkeep of sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, fountains, and other grounds features

RESPONSIBILITIES: • Complete ground work as directed by the Property Manager which may include picking up trash, sweeping curb and dumpster areas and maintaining landscaping beds and other ground areas • Must have the ability to lift heavy items weighing up to 150lbs • Must have the ability to maintain irrigation systems and provide proper upkeep of sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, fountains, and other grounds features

COMMON AREA ATTENDANT

COMMON AREA ATTENDANT

RESPONSIBILITIES: • Clean and maintain guest public areas within the hotel • Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment, in order to prevent damage to floors and fixtures • Maintain an inventory of cleaning and toiletry supplies • Polish furnitures, metal work, and chrome using appropriate cleaning and polishing compounds

RESPONSIBILITIES: • Clean and maintain guest public areas within the hotel • Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment, in order to prevent damage to floors and fixtures • Maintain an inventory of cleaning and toiletry supplies • Polish furnitures, metal work, and chrome using appropriate cleaning and polishing compounds

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be a team player with a desire to deliver excellent customer service to our guest Must have clear English communications skills (written or oral) Previous experience in this area would be an asset

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS: • Must be a team player with a desire to deliver excellent customer service to our guest • Must have clear English communications skills (written or oral) • Previous experience in this area would be an asset

Salary for this position will commensurate with qualifications and experience

Salary for this position will commensurate with qualifications and experience

Qualified Belonger candidates are requested to submit a CV by e-mail to:

Qualified Belonger candidates are requested to submit a CV by e-mail to:

JOANNA IVASIUK THE SOMERSET RESORT ON GRACE BAY JIVASIUK@THESOMERSET.COM Submissions for this job position should be received no later than January 23, 2017

JOANNA IVASIUK THE SOMERSET RESORT ON GRACE BAY JIVASIUK@THESOMERSET.COM 13242

Submissions for this job position should be received no later than January 23, 2017

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PM INDUSTRIAL GAS LTD. TCI Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the following position:

PLANT WORKER & DELIVERY DRIVER Requirements include: relevant experience; a clean police record; group 3 driver’s license at least 5 years driving experience; a successful drug screen; excellent health and mobility allowing for the handling and delivery of heavy cylinders at least a high school diploma; must possess a good employment track record; customer service skills; industrial or auto mechanical repair and maintenance experience or knowledge; experience with retail and front-line sales; working experience and proficiency in QuickBooks; inventory control would also be an asset and at least 3 years experience in proper handling for hazardous materials.

YARD MAN

NEEDED FOR AN APARTMENT COMPLEX IN GRACE BAY

Must be able to speak English and be able to understand instruction tasks including maintaining sewage treatment plant. Only legal residents need apply in person at Island Club Grace Bay 13160

CBMS

CARIBBEAN BUILDING MATERIALS & SERVICES LTD. PROVIDENCIALES, TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS,BWI PHONE 649-941-3400 FAX 649-941-3401

FIELD CONSTRUCTION SUPERVISOR Applicant must have 5 years’ experience with Duraform concrete wall forming system and concrete placement. Applicant must be able to layout jobsite plans, must have excellent English communication and written skills. Applicant must be able to manage a construction crew, job site, and estimate and price concrete construction projects. Rebar tying and concrete finishing will be an asset. Salary will start at $65,000 per annum and will be based on experience and skill level.

PLEASE REPLY WITH REFERENCE AND CLEAN POLICE RECORD TO: CBMS LTD. 941-3400

TCI TELECOMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION

Starting wage of $6.25 per hour

APPLICATIONS COMPRISING A LETTER; RESUME REFERENCES; POLICE RECORD; DRUG TEST ETC., SHOULD BE SENT TO: PMI GAS LTD. P.O. BOX 1026 PROVIDENCIALES, SOUTH DOCK ROAD

(649) 242-9094

872 Business Solutions Complex, P.O. Box 203, Leeward Highway, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands 13182

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The Telecommunications Commission (TC) is a statutory body responsible for regulating the telecommunications sector of the Turks and Caicos Islands (TCI), protecting interests of users of telecommunications services, and advise the Minister Telecommunications on telecommunications policies.

HERZOG CARIBBEAN LTD. Is seeking to employ:

Legal Adviser

ASPHALT HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATORS RESPONSIBILITIES

• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

SALARY LEVEL: Commensurate with Experience TERM OF CONTRACT: 2 years

Control and guide machines Fill tanks or hoppers with paving materials Spread stone, concrete, or asphalt on roadbed Smooth out stone or concrete using special attachments Ensure all machines are well-oiled, serviced and inspected Coordinate materials at job site Shovel and remove blacktop Operate tamping machine or manually roll surfaces to compact earth fills, foundation forms, and finished road materials, according to grade specifications Operate other machines such as loaders, dump trucks and distributor trucks Push dump trucks to maintain flow of asphalt into hoppers Drive or attach machines onto tractor trailers Install dies or cutter to screeds Break up pavement with machines using hammers Light burners on machines and regulate screed temperatures Ensure uniform thickness of mat in accordance with job specs Operate other construction equipment Assist Foreman in various construction activities

In order to ensure its legal competency in issues relevant to regulation of the telecommunications sector, the TC seeks to employ a Legal Adviser. The Legal Adviser’s main functions will include, but will not be limited to:

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

(I) Ad v ise the Director Genera l on all telecommunications a nd competition law issues; (2) Drafting legal documents, licensing framework, in cluding primary and secondary legislation; (3) Inter-operator dispute resolution; (4) Consumer complaints; (5) Enforcement procedures; (6) Training staff on telecommunications and /or competition law; (7) Support in internal administrative processes; (8) Other functions as required to achieve object i ves of the TC.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of 3 years asphalt crew experience • Must have own vehicles to travel to work

SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL:

SKILLS

• • • • • •

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Have a d egree in l aw; Have at l east 5 years expe rience in telecommunications a nd/or competition law Be a team player; Be of a strategic/conceptua l orientation ; Be able to work independentl y a nd exercise discret ion in relation to work matters; Have su perior interpersona l as well as verbal a nd written com m unication ski lls, including first class lega l drafting skills; • Be a ble to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines; and • Be flex ible, accounta ble a nd reliabl e.

Able to recognize drainage issues Good physical strength Good physical stamina Good manual dexterity Great attention to detail Works well as a part of a team

COMPENSATION

$40K - $50k

POSITION TYPE

PLEASE SUBMIT APPLICATIONS TO MAIN OFFICE AT C 5-6 CARIBBEAN PLACE, LEEWARD HIGHWAY, PROVIDENCIALES TCI

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• Full-Time

Interested Applicants should send thei r resumes to John Williams at info@telecommission.tc. Dead line for submission is January 6, 201 7.

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Is looking for a

SALEM BAPTIST CHURCH WANTED

WILFREY & TONY BEAUTY SALON OLYMPIC PLAZA, SOUTH DOCK ROAD

COMPLETE CONSTRUCTION Is seeking a:

Is seeking:

LABOURER to do yard work keeping surroundings clean must be able to work 6 days a week. $6.25 per hour must be willing to work holidays and weekend.

SUBMIT RESUME TO POOHBEAR_2314@HOTMAL.COM.

MAINTENANCE/ HANDYMAN To clean and maintain for 5 days a week; the person should have a good knowledge of the duties and the position. Must be able to drive and communicate well.

Salary US$7.50 per hour.

DEADLINE IS MARCH 1ST, 2017

CONTACT 241-1746

NORMAN B. G. SAUNDERS

NORMAN B. G. SAUNDERS

DOMESTIC WORKER

DOMESTIC WORKER

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SOUTH CAICOS Is seeking a:

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SOUTH CAICOS Is seeking a:

2 NAIL TECHNICIANS 1 HAIRDRESSER

LABOURER

CONTACT: (649) 332-5020

CONTACT: (649) 241-1242

MHB CONSTRUCTION

MB VARIETY STORE

MARIE CLYDONNE L. CHARLES

Is seeking a:

Is seeking a:

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FIVE CAYS Is seeking a:

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FIVE CAYS

JANITOR

CONTACT: (649)341-1977

CONTACT: (649)242-4106

PRECIOUS MEMORIES FOREVER

ROBERTS AGENCY

SNAPPER ON THE BEACH

FIVE CAYS ROAD Is seeking a:

CLEANER / MAINTENANCE

SALES PERSON Must be willing to

CONTACT: (649) 231-0882

To work 5 days per week. Salary: $6.50 per hour CONTACT: (649)332-3826

Acting on behalf of our clients is seeking the following positions:

FIVE CAYS

Is seeking a:

Must be willing to work six days per week.

Salary: $6.50 per hour

To work 5 days per week. Salary: $6.50 per hour CONTACT: (649)332-3826

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MARKET PLACE PROVIDENCIALES Is seeking a:

Must be willing to work 6 days per week. Working as labourer on construction site. Salary: $6.25 per hour.

DOMESTIC WORKER

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ERCILIA TIDAS

DON DESIGN

To work 6 days per week Salary: $6.25 per hour.

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BLUE HILLS Is seeking a:

DJ

Must be willing to work 3 day weekends (Friday – Sunday) Salary: $8.00 per hour ------------------------

To work 6 days per week Salary: $6.25 per hour.

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work 5 days per week.

Salary: $6.50 per hour.

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CLEANER

Must be willing to work 6 days per week. Cleaning, washing, ironing and cooking. Salary: $6.25 per week.

CONTACT: (649) 332-5020

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LEWITT HANDFIELD Is seeking a:

CLEANER

DOMESTIC WORKER

CONTACT: (649) 341-5029

CONTACT: (649) 332-5020

Must be willing to work 6 days per week.

Salary: $6.25 per hour

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Must be willing to work 6 days per week.

Salary: $6.25 per hour.

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Duties include cleaning, painting, sign installation and gardening. Hours Monday to Saturday: 9am – 6pm. Must be willing to work extra hours when needed. Experience in the field is a must. Please send resumes via email to:

BARBER CLEANER

PRECIOUSMEMORIES@ EXPRESS.TC FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CALL 649-232-8644

Salary: $6.25 per hour.

Must be willing to work 6 days per week Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: (649) 241-2043

CONTACT: (649) 344-0689

REGULATION 7 OF THE PHYSICAL PLANNING (DEVELOPMENT PERMISSION) REGULATIONS, 2014

TORTILLAS TAKES OUT

UENDAH B. ROBINSON

Is seeking a:

Is seeking a:

An Application, PR 12869, by Crayton Dale Higgs for the development of proposed 6 (1) Bedroom Units, 1 (2) Bedroom Unit and 1 (3) Bedroom Unit, also a Caretaker’s Quarter with storage facility, has been submitted to the Department of Planning for consideration of Development Permission on 60713/351, Cheshire hall and Richmond Hill on Providenciales

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THRONEQUA TRESHAUNA CLARE Is seeking a:

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ANISE GROCERY STORE SOUTH CAICOS

Is seeking a:

SHELF STOCKER

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DOMESTIC DOMESTIC DOMESTIC WORKER WORKER WORKER Must be willing to work 6 days per week.

Salary: $6.25 per hour.

CONTACT: (649) 243-1626

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Must be willing to work 6 days per week.

Salary: $6.25 per hour.

CONTACT: (649) 332-5020

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Must be willing to work 6 days per week.

Salary: $6.25 per hour.

CONTACT: (649) 342-1055

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NOTICE 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 Center Mall, Providenciales, within twenty eight (28) day of publication of this Notice.

Notice dated: December 23rd, 2016 13221

Is looking for a:

LABOURER Must be willing to work six days per week and holidays. Salary: $6.25 per hour.

CONTACT: INFO@BOHIORESORT.COM

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FRANDY ANTOINE GRAND TURK Is seeking a:

LABOURER

To work 6 days a week Must be able to work holidays and weekends.

Wages starting at $6.50 per hour. Belongers will be given first preference. May be contacted at:

241-3609

BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 9AM TO 4PM MONDAY TO FRIDAY POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER.

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FOOD SERVICE MANAGER • Minimum 10 years’ experience • International recognized culinary qualifications • Ability to supervise, train, motive 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 13254

JEREMIAH MISSICK KEW TOWN Seeks the following:

BE.YOU.TIFUL HAIR AND NAILS

UNIT 4, PROVO STORAGE, COOPER JACK ROAD

ARTHUR ISAIAH FORBES

ADRIAN E. RIGBY

is seeking a qualified and experienced

NAIL TECHNICIAN Must be certified. Must have at least 2 years’ experience. Must be Professional & Courteous.

Must be a Team Player.

Must be Vibrant and charismatic.

PLEASE SEND RESUMES VIA EMAIL TO: BEYOUTIFULPLS@GMAIL.COM

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Is seeking a:

HOUSE MAID

Is seeking a:

CARE TAKER

Must be willing to work 6 days per week.

Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: (649) 232-1220

Must be willing to work 6 days per week.

Salary: $6.25 per hour.

CONTACT: (649) 245-2435 OR (649) 346-5580

JONCKA ARIUS BLUE HILLS Is seeking a:

SALES CLERK

Must be willing to work four days per week. Salary: $6.50 per hour

LABOURER

LABOURER

Must be willing to work five days per week. Salary: $8.00 per hour.

Must be willing to work six days per week. Salary: $6.50 per hour.

CONTACT: (649) 243-0948

CONTACT: 342-8360 OR 242-3016

POSITIONS CURRENTLY HELD BY WORK PERMIT HOLDERS 13264

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TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS FINANCIAL SERVICES COMMISSION

NOTICE OF CHANGES TO THE

NATIONAL PARKS ORDER NATIONAL PARKS, NATURE RESERVES, SANCTUARIES, AREAS OF HISTORICAL INTEREST, AND CRITICAL HABITAT RESERVES

Regulating with Honesty, Integrity and Transparency

National parks, nature reserves, sanctuaries, areas of historical interest, and critical habitat reserves are established under the National Parks Order. Prior to any changes being made to the Order by HE the Governor in Cabinet, the Director of the Department of Environment and Costal Resources has published a notice of these changes in the Gazette. The Director is also publishing the notice found herein in accordance with the statutory obligations under the National Parks Ordinance.

NOTICE TO CURRENT AND POTENTIAL CREDIT UNIONS IN THE TCI RECENTLY PASSED CREDIT UNION ORDINANCE The recently enacted Credit Union Ordinance provides the Financial Services Commission with responsibility for the regulation and supervision of credit unions in the Turks and Caicos Islands. The Credit Union Ordinance can be found on the Commission’s website at http://www.tcifsc.tc/ All entities currently or intending to engage in credit union business, as set out in the Ordinance, will require a licence issued by the Commission.

Accordingly, all entities currently conducting credit union business in the Islands are asked to contact the Commission at 946-5314/941-8311 or fsc@ tcifsc.tc Recognising the early stage of credit union regulation in the Islands, the Commission is committed to working with potential licensees in developing compliant credit union models. This includes providing training to the executive and promotors of credit unions. Accordingly, the Commission strongly recommends that groups that currently operate informal credit union type businesses seize this opportunity to regularise their operations and become formally recognised under the new regulatory regime.

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DETAILS OF CHANGES

Both a digital copy of the Notice published in the Gazette (35 pages) and reference maps (48 pages) can be found at www.gov.tc/dema. Hard copies of both documents can be viewed at Department of Environment and Coastal Resources offices in Providenciales, Grand Turk, and South Caicos. The changes include expansion, removal, and creation of new areas under protection, as well as re-designating existing areas under different categories of protection.

INVITATION FOR COMMENTS

Any person may, within six weeks of this notice, make either oral or written representation on the proposed establishment, alteration, variation or cessation of a national park, nature reserve, sanctuary, area of historic interest or critical habitat reserve, to the Director.

Written representation can be sent by email to environment@gov.tc or delivered to DECR offices on Providenciales, Grand Turk, or South Caicos.

Oral representation can be made by telephone +1-649-338-4161 or in person through scheduling an appointment.

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Parish Coordinator Parish & Minister Coordinator

Reports to: Rector, Church of St. Monica Hours: 8:30am – 5:00pm Monday – Friday. Additional compensated hours may be necessary during peak church holidays seasons.

Compensation: In the range $24,000 - $30,000 per annum commensurate with qualifications and experience.

AVAILABLE POST:

DIRECTOR SALARY: US$45,000 PER ANNUM LOCATION: PROVIDENCIALES

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Rector, the Parish Administrator provides general office support to the parish, staff, congregation, ministries and committees, in order to support the ministry and mission of the Church of St. Monica. The Parish Administrator will be a resource person for both members and non-members, and a welcoming and responsive presence in our church’s office.

We are looking for a Director who will be responsible for managing Red Cross operations throughout the Turks and Caicos Islands. This requires the development, delivery and sustainability of programmes within an overall strategic framework; including planning, staff and volunteer management, organizational accountability, fiduciary and legal compliance, government, donor and community relations, fundraising and reporting.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be an Anglican/Episcopalian • Minimum of 3 years of office experience is required • Associate’s degree in Administration, Communications, or related area is desired Full job description is available on request from the Church Office.

To apply, send a resume and a cover letter on or before December 31st,2016 to:

The successful candidate will be a confident and inspirational leader with a proven ability to lead and manage multi-disciplinary teams, able to communicate effectively, sensitive to diversity, with sound planning and analytical skills, and with networking, influencing and negotiating skills.

The Vestry, Church of St. Monica Leeward Highway, Providenciales Turks and Caicos Islands Or email: monicaparishtci@gmail.com

For the full job description, please contact our Provo office 9418056/331-8056 redcrossprovo@tciway.tc

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Closing date for receipt of cover letters and resume’s is January 19th, 2016.

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The Somerset Strata Management Co. Ltd is seeking a suitable qualified Belongers who possess the requirements listed are encouraged to apply.

Ideal candidates should possess luxury resort experience, be professional in attitude and demeanor and must read and speak English fluently.

The Somerset Strata Management Co. Ltd is seeking a suitable qualified Belongers who possess the requirements listed are encouraged to apply. Ideal candidates should possess luxury resort experience, be professional in attitude and demeanor and must read and speak English fluently.

MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

RESPONSIBILITIES: • Troubleshoot and perform minor repairs on heating, cooling, and ventilation systems • Paint and repair drywall along with performing routine maintenance jobs and repairs around the property

REQUIREMENTS: • Must be a team player with a desire to deliver excellent customer service to our guests • Previous experience in this area would be an asset

RESPONSIBILITIES: • Replace washers, faucets and seals on malfunctioning plumbing equipments • Repair leaky faucets and clean clogged drains • Perform a wide variety of general building maintenance repairs and services • Assist as directed in the operation and maintenance of mechanical systems such as: plumbing, ventilating, air conditioning, steam system, automatic temperature control, electrical and pool filtration as needed • Perform preventive maintenance procedures in a manner responsive to guest satisfaction

REQUIREMENTS: • Must be trained and certified by an accredited school in the following areas: Plumbing/Electrical/Mechanical and A/C related trades • Must be a team player with a desire to deliver excellent customer service to our guest • Must have clear English communications skills (written or oral) • Must have at least 5 years in plumbing, wood finishing, painting, A.C repairs, and carpentry

Salary for this position will commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Salary for this position will commensurate with qualifications and experience

LABOURER

Qualified Belonger candidates are requested to submit a CV by e-mail to:

Qualified Belonger candidates are requested to submit a CV by e-mail to:

JOANNA IVASIUK THE SOMERSET RESORT ON GRACE BAY JIVASIUK@THESOMERSET.COM Submissions for this job position should be received no later than January 23, 2017

JOANNA IVASIUK THE SOMERSET RESORT ON GRACE BAY JIVASIUK@THESOMERSET.COM 13241

Submissions for this job position should be received no later than January 23, 2017

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Science & Technology

New Year’s Eve countdown to take second longer than normal COUNTING down to 2017 will take longer than usual this New Year’s Eve as horologists compensate for a slowdown in the Earth’s rotation.

To be precise, it will last an extra second. The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) is to introduce a “leap second” after 23.59:59 on 31 December.

As a result, clocks striking 00:00:00 will actually be recording a time of 23:59:60 - delaying midnight by a second.

It will be the 27th occasion the NPL has brought in a leap second to ensure that time based on the Earth’s

rotation does not lag behind time kept by atomic clocks.

The extra seconds are occasionally necessary because of unpredictable changes in the speed at which the Earth turns on its axis.

Typically, they are added every two or three years, although the last one was inserted just 18 months ago in June 2015.

NPL, based in Teddington, London, is Britain’s national measurement institute and the birthplace of atomic time. The laboratory is responsible for providing the UK’s national time

scale – known as UTC(NPL) – which is controlled by atomic clocks that are among the most accurate in the world.

Peter Whibberley, senior research scientist with NPL’s time and frequency group, said: “Atomic clocks are more than a million times better at keeping time than the rotation of the Earth, which fluctuates unpredictably.

“Leap seconds are needed to prevent civil time drifting away from Earth time. Although the drift is small – taking around 1,000 years to accumulate a one-hour difference

VACANCIES SAUNDRALEE QUINTESSICA EWING is seeking employment for the following:

1) LABOURER

Contact 246-2429 regarding employment J & C INTERNET CAFE is seeking employment for the following:

1) CLEANER

Contact 341-1021 regarding employment MAMMYTA VARIETY STORE is seeking employment for the following:

1) STORE CLERK

Contact 346-4560 regarding employment TCI WASTE DISPOSAL LTD is seeking employment for the following:

1) TRUCK DRIVER 1) MECHANIC 2) LABOURERS

Contact 333-7889 regarding employment JACQUELIN DESRONVIL is seeking employment for the following:

1) LABOURER

Contact 244-9696 regarding employment A & J WALK IN VARIETY STORE is seeking employment for the following:

1) STORE CLERK.

Contact 341-2357 regarding employment M & W ELECTRICAL SERVICES is seeking employment for the following:

1) LABOURER

Contact 243-2650 regarding employment

GISELLE MEME WILLIAMS is seeking employment for the following:

1) LABOURER

Contact 344-1597 regarding employment

The start of 2017 will be delayed by one second.

– if not corrected it would eventually result in clocks showing midday before sunrise.”

Leap seconds can be a headache for communication networks, financial systems and other applications that

rely on precise timing, and must be programmed into computers to avoid mistakes.

The extra seconds are introduced in the last minute of either December or June, or rarely March or September.

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CARETAKER(S) FOR PRIVATE LEEWARD VILLA

D & B TILE is seeking employment for the following:

The USA owners of a private villa in the Leeward community of Providenciales are seeking a married couple to fulfil caretaker and housekeeping duties of the newly constructed (non-rental) beachfront villa.

1) TILE LAYER

Contact 241-7845 regarding employment JOLIE CLAUDIE BEAUTY SALON is seeking employment for the following:

Housekeeping duties include: general domestic cleaning, laundry of sheets, towels and personal clothing, assisting with grocery, light food prep and entertaining, cleanup and other duties as may be requested. Prior experience as a domestic worker at a private villa or resort is required.

1) BARBER 1) HAIRSTYLIST

Contact 242-1582 regarding employment QUALITY FOOD CENTRE & WHOLESALE is seeking employment for the following:

Caretaker duties include: light maintenance, general gardening, care of pool and spa, and overall upkeep of the property. The applicant must possess basic knowledge of irrigation systems, pool mechanicals, maintenance and repair of common household equipment and items. Prior experience working at a villa or resort is required.

1) STORE CLERK

Contact 232-7440 regarding employment

REQUIREMENTS

OJ CAICOS GLASS is seeking employment for the following:

• • • • •

1) LABOUR

Contact 231-6260 regarding employment D & B TILE is seeking employment for the following:

1) LABOURER

Must be honest, reliable and friendly Must be able to read, write and communicate fluently in English Must be drug and alcohol free and a non-smoker Must be legally able to drive/licensed driver Must be flexible with schedule when owners are on property

COMPENSATION • Salary will commensurate with skills and experience • Newly constructed and furnished apartment on property will be provided at no charge including utilities • Access to owner supplied automobile

Contact 241-7845 regarding employment MARSHA LIGHTBOURNE is seeking employment for the following:

1) GARDENER

Contact 341-2662 regarding employment

For further information please contact:

RICARDO FULFORD IMMIGRATION AND LABOUR CONSULTANT PRESIDENT OF RICARDO FULFORD CONSULTANT SERVICES RICARDOFULFORD@GMAIL.COM (649) 346-1125

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Dorothea Malcolm Stanfield Greene Attorneys at Law Graceway House, Leeward Highway, Providenciales Tel: 649-941-3101. Fax: 649-941-3102 Email: Dorothea@stanfieldgreene.com 13228

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY IMPERIAL DRY CLEANING & LAUNDRY CENTRE IS CURRENTLY SEEKING QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS TO BECOME MEMBERS OF OUR TEAM.

Laundry Manager

Requirements: • 5- 10 yrs experience as a Laundry Manager • 3-5 yrs commercial laundry experience • Team player • Ability to work with a diverse team • Knowledge of DCC System • Knowledge of Textiles and Chemicals • Knowledge of Laundry Equipment, Techniques and maintenance • Knowledge of QB, Word and Excel • Must have written and oral skills • Customer Service Focused Salary Scale: $20,000.00 to $29,000.00 per annum based on qualification and experience.

annual returns.

JOB DESCRIPTION: • Prepare financial statements and reports, including the profit and loss statement and balance sheet • Assist with budget preparations • Pay bills and maintain ledgers • Receive, approve, client invoices • Code payables for accounts payable clerks to input.

• Make bank deposits and receipts of money.

• Reconcile bank account and distribute money within departments • Assure expenditures are in accordance with code balances for item acquisition.

• Conduct invoice activities and pay vendors for delivered materials.

• Provide inventory support, including maintaining office materials and supplies.

• Receive requests for materials and equipment and prepare purchase orders accordingly.

• Transmit purchase orders directly to vendors for purchases.

• Prepare appropriate schedules and reports as requested by clients and partners.

• 3-5 yrs commercial laundry experience.

• Bachelors Degree in Finance & Banking.

• Knowledge of DCC System.

• Draft letters, memos and proposals • Assist in daily operations • Must be able to work on weekends and public holidays • Knowledge of QB, Word, Power Point and Excel • Customer Service Focused Salary Scale: $17,000.00 to $19,000.00 per annum based on qualification and experience.

Laundry Technician

Pressers/Seamstresses

JOB DESCRIPTION: • Directs the overall activities of the laundry facility through development and administration.

• Implementation and enforcing that universal accepted policies and procedures are adhered.

• Manages departmental financial processes of forecasting, budgeting, and purchasing.

• Payroll and inventory control • Analyze data and compile reports on expenditure and supplies.

• Select, train, monitor and evaluate team members’ performance.

• Ensures laundry facility and equipment are in optimum operating condition • Ensure over all cleanliness and sanitation of the laundry premise • Weekly productivity report

REQUIREMENTS: • Install, repair and maintain laundry equipment, electrical, plumbing and related systems.

• Identity and source specialised components and tools.

• Prepare and maintain an effective preventive maintenance program and spare parts inventory.

• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills.

• Must be able to work on weekends and public holidays • 5 years experience in a commercial laundry with additional knowledge of water management and maintenance residential, commercial and industrial properties.

• Knowledge of relevant building codes, legislation, regulations, polices and current standard procedures for installation and maintenance.

• Effective communication and negotiation skills Salary Scale: $7. 00 to $10.00 per hr. based on qualification and experience.

Bookeeper

Responsible for handling the fundamental aspects of Imperial financial recordkeeping, including recording financial transactions, managing accounts payable and receivable, reconciling bank statement and completing

REQUIREMENTS: • 2 – 5 yrs experience as a Presser • A minimum of 2 yrs working in a commercial laundry • Knowledge in Textiles and Chemicals • Makes garments, such as dresses, coats, and suits, according to customer specifications and measurements.

• Discusses with customer type of material, pattern, or style to be used in making garment.

• Measures customer to determine modification from pattern, using tape measure.

• Alternations of garments.

• Drafting standard pattern according to measurements of customer and adapt pattern to obtain specified style.

• Be able to maintain productivity standards on a daily basis • Operational Knowledge of Machines • Ensure that dry cleaning standards and practices are used with client’s linen/garments.

• Must be able to work on weekends and public holidays.

• Ability to lift a minimum of 50lbs.

• Must be able to suggest treatment care to clients • Customer Service Focused Salary Scale: $6.25 to $7.00 per hr. based on qualification and experience.

Application giving full details of qualifications and experience should be addressed to:

MANAGER IMPERIAL DRY CLEANING AND LAUNDRY CENTRE 345 LONG BAY ROAD, PROVIDENCIALES, TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS, BWI

and should reach no later than January 26th, 2017 for further information/appointment you can contact us at Tele:649-946-5633or email info@imperialtci.com.

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Bones from the skeleton of the 3.2m-year-old hominid Lucy.

Hip pain may be ‘hangover from evolution’ SCIENTISTS at the University of Oxford say a hangover from evolution could help explain why humans get so much shoulder, hip and knee pain.

And if current trends continue they predict the humans of the future could be at even greater risk.

They studied 300 specimens from different species spanning 400 million years to see how bones changed subtly over millennia.

The changes came as man began standing up straight on two legs.

Other researchers have noticed similar evolutionary quirks in humans. Some people prone to lower back problems, for example, could have spines closer in shape to those of our nearest ape relative - the chimpanzee.

Dr Paul Monk, who led the research at the Nuffield Department of Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Sciences, was interested to explore why patients in his clinic came in with similar orthopaedic problems.

“We see certain things very commonly in hospital clinics - pain in the shoulder with reaching overhead, pain in the front of the knee, arthritis of the hip, and in younger people we see some joints that have a tendency to pop out.

“We wondered how on earth we have ended up with this bizarre arrangement of bones and joints that allows people to have these problems.

“And it struck us that the way to answer that is to look backwards through evolution.”

The team took detailed CT scans of 300 ancient specimens housed at the Natural History Museum in London, in Oxford, and the Smithsonian Institution in Washington.

Bringing the data together, they were able to create a library of 3D models, and spot changes to the shapes of single bones over millions of years.

As species evolved from moving around on four legs to standing up on two, for example, researchers say the so-called neck of the thigh bone grew broader to support the extra weight.

And studies show that the thicker the neck of the thigh bone, the more likely it is that arthritis will develop.

Scientists say this is one potential reason why humans are susceptible to so much hip pain.

The team then used their data to hazard a guess at the shape of human bones 4,000 years in the future - although they admit there are many uncertainties in future times that could not be accounted for.

Dr Monk said: “What is interesting is if we try and move these trends forward, the shape that is coming has an even broader neck and we are trending to more and more arthritis.”

In the shoulder, scientists found that a natural gap which tendons and blood vessels normally pass through - got narrower over time.

The narrower space makes it more difficult for tendons to move and might help explain why some people experience pain when they reach overhead, say the scientists.

Using these predictions, the researchers suggest joint replacements of the future will have to be re-designed to accommodate the evolving shapes.

But they say it is not all bad news - the right physiotherapy and working on maintaining a good posture can help mitigate some of the downsides of our design. (BBC)

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Facebook lurking makes you miserable, says study TOO much Facebook browsing at Christmas - and seeing all those “perfect” families and holiday photos - is more likely to make you miserable than festive, research suggests.

A University of Copenhagen study suggests excessive use of social media can create

feelings of envy.

It particularly warns about the negative impact of “lurking” on social media without connecting with anyone.

The study suggests taking a break from using social media.

The study of more than 1,000 participants, mostly

women, says that “regular use of social networking such as Facebook can negatively affect your emotional well-being and satisfaction with life”.

Researchers warn of envy and a “deterioration of mood” from spending too long looking at other

people’s social media stories, induced by “unrealistic social comparisons”.

If this suggests a picture of long irritable hours over a screen, depressed by the boasts and posts of others, then the researchers say that it does not need to be this way.

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Actively engaging in conversation and connecting with people on social media seems to be a much more positive experience, suggests the study, published in the journal Cyberpsychology, Behaviour and Social Networking.

This seems to be much less gloomy than “passive” users who spend too long “lurking” on social networking websites without getting involved.

Another approach to improve well-being, says the study, is to stop using social media altogether for a week.

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Regulating with Honesty, Integrity and Transparency

Regulating with Honesty, Integrity and Transparency

SUPERVISOR - CREDIT UNIONS CREDIT UNIONS ANALYST I The Financial Services Commission, the statutory body of the Turks and Caicos Islands’ Government with responsibility for the regulation of financial services businesses, is seeking qualified applicants for the post of Supervisor, Credit Unions.

The Financial Services Commission, the statutory body of the Turks and Caicos Islands’ Government with responsibility for the regulation of financial services businesses, is seeking qualified applicants for the post of Credit Unions Analyst I.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The holder of this office will contribute to the work of the Bank and Trust Department in general and to regulate/supervise credit unions in particular. The successful applicant will be responsible for assisting in the licensing and regulation of credit unions in the Turks and Caicos Islands and manage a portfolio of licensees with the responsibility of all onsite and off-site duties.

The holder of this office will support the effective licensing and regulation/supervision of credit unions in the Turks and Caicos Islands. The successful applicant will contribute to the development of the sector by undertaking assessments of the financial operations of assigned Credit Unions to ensure compliance with relevant ordinances, regulations and best practices, standards and make recommendations to address breaches by licensees.

The successful applicant will be required to assist in co-ordinating and supervising the work of the Analyst for credit unions; Designs and plan the offsite and onsite monitoring of licensed entities within the Department and ensure that they are properly monitored and operating within the confines of the law and international best practice; Participate in pre-planning and scoping reviews of institutions’ risk management framework and overall corporate governance utilizing risk focused examination techniques as necessary; and perform other related duties as assigned.

The office holder will also be expected to travel internationally to represent the Commission and the jurisdiction, and to speak on financial services regulation in the Islands.

Specific duties will include the conduct of offsite and onsite monitoring of licensed entities assigned within the Department; Receiving, vetting and submitting for decision, applications/requests for changes requiring regulatory approval; performs the appropriate fit and proper assessment; Meet with licensees as needed to discuss performance, strategic changes within their organization, initiatives being planned by the FSC or outstanding issues, etc.; Maintaining computerized and manual files in relation to work done for assigned institutions and perform other related duties as assigned. The office holder will also be expected to travel to regulated institutions to conduct reviews or attend meetings.

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

The successful applicant should possess a sound knowledge of the Credit Union Ordinance and other relevant Anti-Money Laundering and Financial Services Laws, Regulations and international supervisory standards. The Applicant should have sound knowledge of the workings of the International Cooperative Principles on Credit Union Supervision, related Core Principles and the requirements of standards setting bodies such as the World Council of Credit Unions (WOCCU) and Caribbean Confederation of Credit Unions (CCCU). The applicant should be familiar with current and emerging trends in the regulation of Credit Union operations and practices and developments in the financial sector.

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

The successful applicant should possess a sound knowledge of the Credit Union Ordinance and other relevant Anti-Money Laundering and Financial Services Laws, Regulations and international supervisory standards. The applicant should be familiar with current and emerging trends in the regulation of Credit Union operations and practices and developments in the financial sector along with a sound understanding of IT systems and the use of such technologies in the financial services industry

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

A Masters’ Degree in Finance, Regulation or a related discipline from a recognised university. Five years in Credit Union supervision, including three years at the supervisory level.

A BSc. degree in Accounts/Finance or a related discipline or equivalent qualifications.

Three year experience in bank and trust supervision or auditing.

OTHER APPLICABLE INFORMATION

OTHER APPLICABLE INFORMATION

Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications, and will be based on the Commission’s salary scale.

Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications, and will be based on the Commission’s salary scale.

Applications should be emailed to kbacchus@tcifsc.tc no later than January 20, 2017. The response must state clearly “Application for Supervisor, Credit Unions”.

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The duties for the post may be carried out in Grand Turk and/or Providenciales.

The duties for the post may be carried out in Grand Turk and/or Providenciales.

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With 14 goals and five assists, Diego Costa has been involved in the joint-most goals in Europe this season, level with Inter Milan’s Mauro Icardi.

Ronda Rousey’s fighting future looks to be over after being destroyed in 48 seconds by Amanda Nunes.

Rousey says she’ll take time to decide next move A Day after losing to bantamweight champion Amanda Nunes at UFC 207 in Las Vegas, Ronda Rousey said she will “need to take some time to reflect and think about the future.”

“I want to say thank you to all of my fans who have been there for me in not only the greatest moments but in the most difficult ones. Words cannot convey how much your love and support means to me,” Rousey said in a statement provided to ESPN. “Returning to not just fighting, but winning, was my entire focus this past year. However, sometimes

-- even when you prepare and give everything you have and want something so badly -- it doesn’t work how you planned. I take pride in seeing how far the women’s division has come in the UFC and commend all the other women who have been part of making this possible, including Amanda.

“I need to take some time to reflect and think about the future.

Thank you for believing in me and understanding.”

The fight against Nunes marked Rousey’s first appearance in the Octagon since losing to Holly Holm

at UFC 193 in November 2015.

The 135-pound championship fight Friday night headlined UFC 207 at T-Mobile Arena, but it was over quickly.

Referee Herb Dean stopped the fight just 48 seconds in. Rousey did not go unconscious, as she did from Holm’s head kick, but she was essentially out on her feet. It marked the fastest knockout finish of Nunes’ 14-4 career.

Rousey, 29, walked out of the Octagon without assistance. She did not address the cameras or media afterward. (ESPN)

Chelsea striker Costa says he wanted to leave club in summer CHELSEA striker Diego Costa has said he wanted to leave the club in the summer.

Costa joined the Blues for £32m in 2014, and was understood to be close to a return to former club Atletico Madrid after a difficult 2015-16 campaign.

The Spain international has since scored 14 Premier League goals, as Chelsea have taken a six-point lead courtesy of 13 successive victories.

“Did I want to go? Yes, yes, I was about to leave. But not because of Chelsea,” said the 28-year-old.

“There was one thing I wanted to change for family reasons but it wasn’t to be, and I continue to be happy here.”

Costa scored 20 goals in his first season in England, as Chelsea won the Premier League title under Jose Mourinho.

But he had netted only four more by the time Mourinho was sacked in December 2015, finishing the season with 12 before being heavily linked with a move.

Brazil-born Costa says he has also made a conscious effort to curb his aggressive nature on the pitch.

“I knew I had to improve that aspect because here in the Premier League there is no mercy,” he said.

“A lot of the time it seemed [referees] were against me. If they’re not going to change, I had to change.” (BBC)

The New Saints break Ajax’s world record for consecutive wins WELSH Premier League champions The New Saints have broken the world record for consecutive wins.

The New Saints beat Cefn Druids 2-0 on Friday to seal their 27th win in a row -- breaking the record set

by Johan Cruyff’s Ajax Amsterdam team in 1972.

Aeron Edwards and Jonathon Routledge scored either side of halftime to seal the record-setting win for the club, after having beaten the same opposition 4-0 four days earlier.

The Oswestry-based side are on course to seal the Welsh treble for

the third year in a row and a sixth consecutive title, having beaten the Druids for their 21st win from 21 games in the Dafabet Welsh Premier League.

Ajax set the original record in 1971-72 with the legendary “Total Football” side that included Cruyff, Arie Haan, Ruud Krol and Johan Neeskens picking up 19 Eredivisie wins, four in the European Cup and three in the Dutch Cup between October and March.

The 1995-96 version of the side, including the likes of Frank and Ronald de Boer, Edgar Davids and

Jari Litmanen, won 25 games in a row under Louis van Gaal but fell one game short of equalling the record, while Brazilian side Coritiba won 24 games in 2011 and Real Madrid managed 22 during the 2014-15 season.

In November, Ajax sent East Kilbride a crate of 27 beers after the fifth-tier Scottish side beat the record (going on to win 30 straight games) but the feat was not recognised by Guinness World Records as the matches did not take place in a top division.

(ESPN)

The New Saints have claimed their place in the history books.

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Murray and Farah knighted in New Year honours list BRITISH tennis champion Andy Murray and athlete Mo Farah have been knighted in the Queen’s New Year Honours List.

Paralympic dressage rider Lee Pearson also becomes a Sir, while heptathlete Jessica Ennis-Hill and rower Katherine Grainger are made dames.

There are CBEs for cyclists Jason and Laura Kenny, swimmer Sascha Kindred and equestrians Charlotte Dujardin, Nick Skelton and Sophie Christiansen.

Former athlete Sir Roger Bannister is made a Companion of Honour.

Boxer Nicola Adams, Great Britain hockey captain Kate Richardson-Walsh and Wales football manager Chris Coleman receive OBEs. Other OBEs include rowers Pete Reed and Andrew Triggs Hodge, cyclist Ed Clancy, Paralympians Jody Cundy and Anne Dunham and racehorse trainer John Gosden.

BBC cricket correspondent Jonathan Agnew is made a MBE, as are a host of gold medal winners from the Olympics and Paralympics in Rio, with more than 100 people in sport included on the list.

Great Britain’s women’s hockey players - including RichardsonWalsh’s wife Helen - are all honoured, together with other champions including gymnast Max

Whitlock, swimmer Adam Peaty, golfer Justin Rose, and Paralympic gold medal-winning cyclist and athlete Kadeena Cox. AN EXTRAORDINARY YEAR FOR MURRAY Becoming a Sir caps a landmark 12 months for Wimbledon and Olympic champion Andy Murray, 29.

February 2016: Has first child as wife Kim gives birth to daughter Sophia June 2016: Becomes Wimbledon champion for the second time August 2016: Defends Olympic singles title in Rio November 2016: Replaces Novak Djokovic as world number one December 2016: Wins BBC Sports Personality of the Year for record third time; knighted in New Year Honours List Scot Murray, previously honoured with an OBE in 2012, had said he was “too young” for a knighthood.

DREAM COME TRUE FARAH Mo Farah, 33, completed a ‘double double’ in Rio as he won his fourth Olympic gold and became only the second man to retain the 5,000m and 10,000m titles.

His knighthood completes a remarkable journey for the runner who moved from Somalia to England aged eight.

Andy Murray, Mo Farah, Lee Pearson, Jessica Ennis-Hill and Katherine Grainger are all honoured.

“Looking back at the boy who arrived here from Somalia, not speaking a world of English, I could never have imagined where I would be today - it’s a dream come true,” he said.

Dressage rider Lee Pearson carried the flag for Great Britain during the Paralympic opening ceremony and went on to win the 11th gold medal of his career.

The decorated Paralympian already held the MBE, OBE and CBE for services to equestrianism and to disabled sport.

At 87, Sir Roger Bannister has chalked up another significant achievement. The first man to run a mile in under four minutes, in 1954, he joins an elite group as a Companion of Honour - a special award for service of conspicuous national importance limited to 65 people at a time.

Recipients wear the initials CH after their name and members currently include Stephen Hawking and Desmond Tutu.

HONOUR FOR ENNIS-HILL Jessica Ennis-Hill, 30, announced

in October she was retiring from athletics after winning an Olympics silver medal in the summer.

She secured heptathlon gold at the London 2012 Olympics and will be awarded her third World Championship after Tatyana Chernova was stripped of the 2011 title.

Katherine Grainger, who also becomes a dame, is Britain’s most decorated female Olympian after taking silver alongside Victoria Thornley in the double sculls.

The 41-year-old won gold in London after silvers in Sydney, Athens and Beijing.

RIDERS REWARDED Cycling’s so-called ‘golden couple’ Jason and Laura Kenny are made CBEs. The pair, who boast 10 Olympic gold medals between them, were married in September.

Show jumper Nick Skelton finally claimed an individual Olympic title, riding Big Star, at his seventh Games - aged 58, he was Britain’s second oldest gold medallist.

Three dressage wins at the Paralympics for Sophie Christiansen

took the 29-year-old’s Games career gold medal total to eight.

Aboard Valegro, Charlotte Dujardin, 31, retained her Olympic dressage title, while Sascha Kindred, 39, won his seventh Paralympic swimming title in Rio. There is also a CBE for British Paralympic Association chairman Tim Reddish.

ADAMS PROVES A KNOCKOUT Nicola Adams became the first British boxer to retain an Olympic crown for 92 years by winning the flyweight title in Rio. Kate Richardson-Walsh is also given an OBE after captaining Great Britain’s women to a first Olympic hockey gold medal.

In football, Chris Coleman guided Wales to the semi-finals at Euro 2016, their first appearance at a major tournament since 1958.

There are OBEs for cyclist Ed Clancy, part of the victorious team pursuit in Brazil, plus Pete Reed and Andrew Triggs Hodge, after rowing golds at a third consecutive Olympics.

Coville smashes round-the-world record

Thomas Coville reacts as he arrives in Brest. ‘I want just one thing: to sleep and let my mind rest,’ he said.

THOMAS Coville has smashed the record for sailing around the world solo, finishing his journey in just 49 days and three hours, more than a week faster than the previous titleholder.

The French sailor celebrated his arrival at the Brittany port of Brest with tears and champagne, and said his first priority was catching up on rest after weeks of not sleeping for more than three hours at a stretch.

“Right now, I want just one thing: to sleep and let my mind rest. I want to go to sleep telling myself: all’s well!”

It the 48 year-old’s fifth attempt to beat the 57-day record set in early 2008 by fellow Frenchman Francis Joyon. Twice his boat was damaged, and twice he broke a record set by Briton Ellen MacArthur but was

unable to edge out Joyon.

On his gruelling journey Coville sailed at an average speed of 45km an hour, to cover more than 52,000 km, according to sponsor Sodebo, which monitored his trip.

“With the speeds you reach, you’re always on a razor’s edge,” he told Yachts and Yachting website after finishing. “Physically, I cannot take it any further … All of this was combined with a great deal of fatigue. My sleep deprivation is very real.”

Coville travelled so fast that not only was it the quickest solo trip around the world, but the thirdfastest journey round the world in any sailing boat. The only two crafts to have made the journey faster had crews of 10 and 14 people, able to work in shifts.

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Serena Williams and Alexis Ohanian have been dating since the fall of 2015.

Williams engaged to Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian Ronaldo had said that he would retire at Real Madrid.

Ronaldo’s $315M Chinese rumour kicks off transfer ‘silly season’ THE festive period is drawing to a close, but football’s silly season is about to kick off.

The European winter transfer window is about to open, heralding 31 days of feverish speculation, bids, counter bids and, finally, deals expected to be worth hundreds of millions of dollars.

As is customary, the rumour mill is already in full swing, with socalled super agent Jorge Mendes -whose clients include Jose Mourinho -- revealing an unprecedented offer for Cristiano Ronaldo.

Mendes said the 31-year-old has been the subject of a bid -- almost three times bigger than the current world record transfer fee -- from an unnamed club in the Chinese Super League.

“From China, they’ve offered €300 million ($315 million) to Real Madrid and more than €100 million ($105 million) per year to the player,” Mendes told Sky Sports Italia.

“But money is not everything; the Spanish club is his life,” he added of his fellow Portuguese.

‘HARD TO TURN DOWN THAT SORT OF MONEY’ While Ronaldo may have turned down the offer now, the four-time Ballon D’Or winner could eventually end up playing in the Far East, says Tom Williams, a London-based sports correspondent for Agence France-Presse (AFP).

“I can’t see Ronaldo going to China anytime soon, but if he is still playing at the age of 38-39 -- which he says he will be -- I think it would be hard to turn down that sort of money,” Williams told CNN World Sport.

The Chinese Super League has enticed a number of top footballers in recent months.

Former Brazil striker Hulk joined Shanghai SIPG in June for a then Asian record of $57 million, and the club topped that by capturing his compatriot, Chelsea midfielder Oscar, for a reported $74 million with a weekly salary of $491,000.

Then this week its city rival Shanghai Shenhua confirmed a deal for Boca Juniors’ former Argentina striker Carlos Tevez, which will reportedly be worth a stratospheric $760,000 per week to 32-year-old former Juventus, Manchester City and Manchester United star.

UNHAPPY PLAYERS TARGETED Williams predicts that players like Brazil international Oscar, who at 25 has his best footballing years ahead of him, will increasingly be targeted by rich Asian clubs with the deepest of pockets.

“I think if Oscar had become a fundamental component of Antonio Conte’s Chelsea team I don’t think he would have given (Shanghai’s offer) a second thought, but he’s not playing and there’s a team on the other side of the world willing to throw all this money at him,” Williams said.

“I think players like Tevez and Oscar will be the target. Players with a big international profile who aren’t necessarily playing week in, week out for their teams.”

The eye-watering amounts of money being offered for the likes of Oscar, Tevez and Ronaldo from China suggest that Europe’s biggest clubs will have to look after their

prized possessions more carefully in the future.

“When leading players start being taken from the biggest clubs against the wishes of their clubs and managers then perhaps we’ll have a real power shift,” Williams says.

“But already China have completely changed the landscape and it will be interesting to see how many of these big name players it can lure over.”

CHINA CRISIS FOR EUROPE’S BIGGEST CLUBS More than $1.4 billion was spent in corresponding window last season, so what can we expect this time around?

It’s a tricky one to call, Williams says, especially in the English Premier League -- where the top teams are quite quiet, while those in the bottom half of the table tend to spend more in a bid to stave off relegation.

But the China element could change all that, Williams argues.

“Suddenly you’ve got clubs where money is no object, who can legitimately hope to buy any player in the world in terms of finances -that’s an interesting dynamic,” he says.

“If you have anyone who is remotely unhappy or getting as much playing time as he’d like -- whether there is interest from China or not -- you will have their agents going to their clubs and saying, ‘Look, Shanghai or another team are going to put this money on the table what are you going to come back with?’

“That has the potential to be quite destabilising.”

TENNIS great Serena Williams and Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian are engaged.

A spokesperson for Ohanian confirmed that he popped the question while the two were vacationing in Rome. Williams first announced the news herself in a Reddit post on its “r/isaidyes” forum.

“I came home/A little late/ Someone had a bag packed for me/ And a carriage awaited” Williams said in her Reddit post, which was written like a poem and had a cartoon of the couple at the top.

“Destination: Rome/To escort me to my very own ‘charming’/Back to where our stars first collided/And now it was full circle/At the same table we first met by chance/This time he made it not by chance/But by

choice/Down on one knee/He said 4 words/And/r/isaidyes.”

Ohanian also announced the engagement on his Facebook page, linking to Williams’ Reddit post and adding, “She said yes.”

Williams and Ohanian, who have been dating since the fall of 2015, have mostly kept their romance out of the spotlight, though she does post pictures of them on her Instagram account from time to time.

Williams is preparing for the start of the 2017 tennis season, having lost her world No. 1 ranking to Germany’s Angelique Kerber this year.

The 35-year-old needs just one more grand slam title to move past Steffi Graf and claim the record for a women’s player in the post-1969 Open Era of the pro game.

Murray had beaten the Belgian to clinch the 2015 Davis Cup final.

Murray loses to Goffin in season opener

WORLD number one Andy Murray started his new season with a surprise defeat by Belgian David Goffin in the semi-finals of the Mubadala World Tennis Championship in Abu Dhabi.

Murray, who had not conceded a set in his previous five encounters against the Belgian, was beaten 7-6 (7-4) 6-4.

Goffin will face Rafael Nadal in the final of the exhibition event after the Spaniard beat Milos Raonic 6-1 3-6 6-3.

Murray plays Raonic in a thirdplace play-off from 09:00 GMT on Friday.

After losing the opening set against Goffin, Murray recovered to go 3-2 up in the second set.

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CAICOS UNITED PREMIER LEAGUE:

Unbeaten Bass 001 to face Full Physic in final BASS 001 will tackle rivals Full Physic this Saturday (December 31st) in the final of the inaugural Caicos United Premier League.

The two teams will battle for $7,500 in cash, with the winner receiving $5,000 and second place $2,500.

Bass 001 stayed unbeaten in the competition which started in early July with seven teams. They did however draw with AFC Academy 2-2 in late October.

The game is set to start at 20:15h (8:15pm).

Peterson Pluviose will hope to get into the scorebook for Bass 001.

James had previously won the award in 2013, as a member of the Miami Heat.

If goal scorer Darlin Thorby can find his footing, Full Physic can do damage.

Sergey Karjakin won his inaugural world title in blitz chess on Friday.

James named 2016 AP Russia’s Karjakin wins World Blitz chess title Male Athlete of the Year FOR the second time in his career, LeBron James has been named the Associated Press’s Male Athlete of the Year.

After a year in which he led the Cleveland Cavaliers to their first-ever NBA title and a 3-1 comeback in the Finals, James was announced as the winner of the award, collecting 24 first-place votes. Olympians Michael Phelps (16) and Usain Bolt (9) finished in

second and third place behind the NBA superstar.

James had previously won the award in 2013, as a member of the Miami Heat.

The 32-year-old (was 31 when he won) becomes only the second player in NBA history to win the award twice, joining Chicago Bulls great Michael Jordan, who won the award three straight years between 1991 and 1993. (247 sports)

SERGEY Karjakin has turned the tables on rival grandmaster Magnus Carlsen, winning the World Blitz chess championship in Doha, Qatar.

It happened exactly two months after their duel in the classical World Chess Championship ended in a narrow victory for the Norwegian.

The Karjakin-Carlsen standoff in the Qatari capital was as closely matched as the one in New York in November. The Russian scored 16.5 points from 21 rounds of the fastpaced form of the game, and so did the Norwegian. But the first place

went to Karjakin on tie-break.

A similar tie-break settled the third place, among the three contenders with 14.5 points each. Russian Daniil Dubov placed third, ahead of American Hikaru Nakamura and 2015 champion Alexander Grischuk.

Blitz chess limits the time each player has to three minutes and an additional two seconds per move, forcing a very rapid pace in a game typically lasting hours under regular rules.

Karjakin’s world title in blitz chess is the first in his career while

Carlsen has held it twice before – in 2009 and in 2014.

The female blitz chess champion this year is Ukrainian Anna Muzychuk, who scored 13 points in 17 rounds.

Russians Valentina Gunina and Ekaterina Lagno took the second and third places, scoring 12.5 points each.

The two rapid chess titles, a slightly slower form of chess, which were also up for the taking in Doha, went to Ukrainian players, too. Vassily Ivanchuk was the best among the men and Muzychuk was the strongest in rapid chess.

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The KPMG Pirates were crowned champions after a 3-2 win over the Warriors.

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The teams that contested the Sonana Youth Tag Rugby Playoffs.

SOLANA YOUTH TAG RUGBY PLAYOFFS:

KPMG Pirates edge past Meridian Warriors in final THE KPMG Pirates held off a spirited Meridian Warriors teams to take the Solana Youth Tag Rugby championship trophy earlier this month.

The playoffs of the youth league were contested by six teams at the Meridian Field. While the Pirates drew a bye (due to their outstanding run in the league), the Warriors had to battle

past a number of teams in the post season after a fifth place league finish.

In the Championship final, the Pirates were cruising after scoring three times via Vincent Zamara, Callum Park and Hayden Williams, but Erica Parrish led the Warriors’ fight back with back-to-back scores.

The game came down to the wire

since the Warrior were camped on the Pirates’ goal-line seeking to tie or win the game with under two minutes left. The Pirates held their defence and thwarted several probing attacks, but the Warriors were relentless and seemed to have scored at the buzzer, but the referee had whistled the play dead.

The Pirates were able to

recompose themselves and held out for the 3-2 win.

Island Fire Supplies Storm led by two goals from Sam Connolly defeated the Bayview Lightning 2-0 in the Plate final, while WB Financial Jaguars got past Zest Chiefs 2-1.

Rayshawn Rigby scored twice for the winners, while Dylan Ayer scored

one for the Chiefs.

In the preliminary round Lightning had defeated the Jaguars 4-2, while the Warriors whipped the Chiefs 6-1.

In the semi-finals Williams had the lone score in the Pirates’ win over the Lightning, while the Warriors defeated the Storm 2-0 with Tyson Greene scoring twice.

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2017 CONCACAF BEACH SOCCER CHAMPIONSHIP:

TCI to face high ranked El Salvador in opener THE Turks and Caicos Islands Beach Soccer team will face the number two ranked team in the Americans, El Salvador, in their opener of the 2017 CONCACAF Beach Soccer Championship which is slated for the Bahamas.

Last week CONCACAF and Beach Soccer Worldwide release the scheduled for the tournament which is set for February 20th-26th.

Winning would be an uphill battle for TCI (ranked 17th

by CONCACAF and 94th globally), given that all of the opposing Group D teams are Central American sides in the CONCACAF top 10.

Our nation’s opener against El Salvador (ranked 19th globally) will be at 15:00h on February 21st; the following day (February 22nd) TCI will play the CONCACAF fourth ranked side Costa Rica (37th globally); whereas at 16:15h on February 23rd, TCI will meet Panama (8th in CONCACAF and 65th

The national beach soccer team got international experience in El Salvador at the 2015 CONCACAF Beach Soccer Championship.

globally).

TCI’s best chances will come after the round robin

stage when the teams in the various groups will either advance to the quarter finals

(top two) or bottom two for placements.

The eventual semi-final

winners will qualify for the 2017 FIFA Beach Soccer Championship, also in the

Bahamas.

There are 112 teams in the global rankings.

Sport should be among top priorities of new government – Opines Williams

Delano Williams said that it’s important for sport not to be placed on the back burner.

TCI’s first Olympian, Delano Williams, is hoping that sport is given high priority by the new government.

The Jamaican based sprinter, who runs for the British track team, said that he hopes that the PDM administration led by new premier Sharlene Cartwright-Robinson can work on existing sport policies and build on new ones.

“Congratulations to the new government of the Turks and Caicos Islands. I am looking forward to working with you guys to ensure we succeed and achieve our goals together. It is imperative that we all work together to elevate our sporting bodies to another level. I am optimistic that we will get the job done for the upcoming Olympics in 2020.

Also congratulations to the

first madam premier Sharlene Cartwright,” Williams stated on his Facebook page.

The world rated sprinter said that it is import for sport not to be placed on the back burner, since according to him, sport serves multiple purposes on the island chain. Along with producing quality athletes and other sports persons it is also a tool for social cohesion, a means of keeping the nation fit and a prime earner via sport tourism.

“I am not for any party; I respect the position of premier.

I just want to know that sport is going to be taken care of, I just want to work with the new government to make sure that happens,” he later told the Weekly News.

As a sport ambassador, the 23-year-old, Grand Turk

born, has been able to access the positive impacts of sport globally.

He added that having a progressive sport department and a government that is excited about sport can only help TCI—especially due to our proximity to the United Stated and our picture perfect islands and turquois water.

Williams, who is a former World Junior 200M gold medallist, has been instrumental off the track.

His Delano Williams Sports Foundation has been working behind the scenes to help young athletes in the TCI with gear or in other capacities. He is also fervent about fitness and has organised a number of health runs under his foundation’s banner over the years.

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