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Rufus rebukes Governor and CFO

- their action is an abuse of power Premier Rufus Ewing Ewing has strongly condemned the Governor and the Chief Financial Officer for appropriating $2.2 million from the Treasury to fund the protection of PAGE  5 Helen Garlick and her team.

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Church collaborates with Digicel TCI to give back to the community

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Pastor Banford E. Dean with former Miss Teen TCI, Malique Ferrette and a happy youngster

Police seek help in solving vehicular crimes in Provo PAGE  4

Anger as Grand Turk dolphin park moves a step closer

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Do not rush imm. bill - Opposition Leader warns OPPOSITION Leader Sharlene Cartwright - Robinson is warning the Government not to rush its decision in making changes to the Immigration laws without properly consulting the people of these Islands.

In a press release issued this week the leader of the Opposition said the one week of public consultation “in a whirlwind fashion has left many heads spinning and concerned over the rushed and hurried approach” to adopting a new Immigration bill.

“We are therefore admonishing the Government to take the wishes of the people into account, accurately reflect them and ensure that there is a proper balance between adequate protections for its people and the need for growth.”

Cartwright-Robinson said: “The one week of public consultation in a whirlwind fashion has left many heads spinning and concerned over the rushed and hurried approach to something so critical and fundamental. This together with the absence of a true and full appreciation for the content of these life altering Bills, and the information to show the impact, our people are left seriously concerned.)

“We have just ended a forced consultation period on the Immigration Bills – a consultation repeatedly called for by the PDM and more specifically by myself as the Shadow Minister for Border Control.

Until Friday, August 21, 2015, the consultation period was largely an

Opposition Leader Sharlene Cartwright

online consultation with limited access to and difficulty accessing the Immigration Bill and with the need to request a face to face stakeholder meeting. As recent as yesterday, I was still providing individuals with a copy of the Immigration Bills.

“In October when the PDM was successful in halting the Bill due to a lack of consultation and then knowing full well that it could not be presented in the current Session, we expected that the Government would have used the time to conduct meaningful and accessible consultations.

“Whilst we are grateful that the Government has changed its position following an acknowledgement of a request for same from PDM Members to hold public meetings,

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we unfortunately are not happy with the rushed, sham of a consultation as they have grown a reputation for.

“A more detailed approach outlining what exists now, what is being proposed and the reasons for same, all in an effort to better educate and then a means to gauge the responses would have been the most effective approach.

The responses from persons as early as the first public meeting here in Provo prompted the PNP’s own Party Treasurer to ask the Minister publicly for a longer educational process.

“The one week of public consultation in a whirlwind fashion has left many heads spinning and concerned over the rushed and hurried approach to something so critical and fundamental. This together with the absence of a true and full appreciation for the content of these life altering Bills, and the information to show the impact, our people are left seriously concerned.

“Often times and as recent as the last House of Assembly Meeting on an immigration amendment, the Government had no statistics or pressing information to support their hurried approach on its major policy change. We note with amusement however, the many occasions where members of the Government have been sorely agitated by members of the PDM posing questions. Our people are now asking questions and they require answers.

“We are sincerely troubled by the Government’s usual hurried approach to the passage of laws in this country and we are again publicly cautioning this Government to take better care of the people of these Islands and the country’s future. We must be careful to not pass laws based on any other reason than in the best interests of our people and to always be mindful of the fact that there are some decisions if not carefully made can adversely affect us as a people.

“We therefore cannot see how this Government can possibly continue with its plan to force through the Immigration Bill on September 14th in the climate of mistrust, uneasiness and skepticism that it has created by their own approach to this important Immigration reform.

“We are therefore admonishing the Government to take the wishes of the people into account, accurately reflect them and ensure that there is a proper balance between adequate protections for its people and the need for growth.

“We are also calling on them to take another look at its Bills, engage in meaningful educational and informative consultations and carefully consider the proposals made to them.”

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FortisTCI signs MOU for the first utilityscale solar system ON Monday (August 31), FortisTCI signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with a local company on Providenciales for the commissioning of a utility-scale solar project.

This MOU is the first step in what the company hopes will be the first large-scale solar system interconnected to the country’s electricity grid, a company release read.

In September 2014, the company commissioned an independent renewable energy infusion study that identified how much intermittent power, such as solar and wind, can be accommodated on the transmission and distribution system.

The study also determined how much of these renewables can be supplied to the grid without compromising integrity and reliability, and without increasing cost.

FortisTCI President and CEO Eddinton Powell said, “The company is very enthusiastic about the potential of this project and partnering with this potential IPP in the generation of green energy.

“This project, and soon

to be launched renewable energy programs for residential customers, will usher in a new era of green energy in the TCI. We know that this will not happen overnight, and we realize that this is still an expensive proposition.”

However, the company believes that renewable sources of energy will play an increasing role in the TCI’s energy mix as the technologies improve and become more cost-effective.

Fortis is equally adamant that renewable energy should not increase the cost to customers, or undermine the safety and high-service reliability the country has come to expect from them, Powell added.

The approach to the introduction of renewable energy sources is to carefully accommodate both utility scale and small scale residential solar systems that can interconnect to the grid within proposed limits.

At this time, the release continued, windpowered systems cannot be accommodated on the grid, due to restraints placed by the Planning Department on the company’s proposed wind energy pilot project.

Police seek help in solving vehicular crimes in Provo The Royal Turks & Caicos Islands Police Force is continuing its appeal for vigilance in the wake of a number of vehicular crimes in Providenciales.

Police responded to eight such incidents earlier this morning (Friday August 28, 2015), in some cases vehicles were left unattended overnight, others for just a few hours. Six vehicles were reported broken into and two vehicles were reported stolen overnight.

Of the six vehicles broken into, one was at Grace Bay Village, another in Kew Town and the other four at The Market Place. One of the two stolen vehicles was stolen from a Richmond Commons address and recovered this morning behind the Rugby Field. The other stolen vehicle was reportedly stolen from Kishco’s parking lot on Leeward Highway and recovered this morning at The Market Place. Both stolen vehicles were reportedly "hot-wired".

The Royal Turks & Caicos Islands Police Force would like to offer vehicles owners some ideas on how

to prevent their vehicles from being stolen or being broken into.

Avoid leaving your car while it is running, even if only for a few minutes. Locking your car is always the best solution. If you make it easy for someone to get in, they will most likely take advantage of this.

Control your keys. Only leave the keys necessary for repair shops to do their job, or have a spare key made that says "Do Not Duplicate" for just this purpose. Park in well lighted, busy areas if possible and close to buildings with windows.

Buy and install a car alarm. If your vehicle is older, have the door locks replaced with tapered ones.

These are more difficult to "Jimmy".

Take your keys with you when going in to pay at convenience stores or fuel stations. Avoid parking in between larger vehicles, which may obscure surveillance on your vehicle.

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Rufus rebukes Governor and CFO - their action is an abuse of power PREMIER Rufus Ewing Ewing has strongly condemned the Governor and the Chief Financial Officer for appropriating $2.2 million from the Treasury to fund the protection of Helen Garlick and her team in the Turks & Caicos.

Branding their action “an abuse of power,” the Premier said he has demanded and “has not yet received any information about any threat to national security or the security of any members of SIPT that warrants such exorbitant additional expenditure.”

In a strongly-worded press release yesterday (September 3), the Premier stated:“The Governor in his press release last week communicated that he was instructed by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office to instruct the Chief Financial Officer to use his powers under the Constitution and Chief Financial Officer’s Ordinance to authorize an additional $2.2M to fund security cost for SIPT. “My Government is on record condemning this action, which, while being within the legal authority of the Governor and CFO, is considered by my Government to be an abuse of power and without proper justification. Even though I have demanded I am yet to receive any information about any threat to national security or the security of any members of the SIPT that warrants such exorbitant additional expenditure.

The release continued: “The only threat to national security that I am aware of is the constant threat of illegal immigrants and poachers traversing our maritime borders engaging in illegal fishing, and trafficking of human, guns and drugs. Such funding is better spent on the procurement of marine defense vessels and manpower to defend our boarders from these illegal activities, a responsibility that

the UK Government has constantly shunned.

Ewing said: “The Turks and Caicos Islands is a peaceful nation of friendly people that enjoys some of the lowest crime rates globally, and we should not be compared to other countries where acts of terrorism abound. I condemn this characterization by the Governor and demand his retraction and clarification of this outlandish and unwarranted statement. The SIPT has been operating in these islands for the last five years without incident, at the expense of the tax payers of this country, and they seem to be no further ahead than when they started but they certainly are richer.

He continued: “The Turks and Caicos Islands’ House of Assembly, in previous sittings has appropriated funding for the SIPT and now, so too has the CFO and without the approval of Cabinet or House of Assembly, and in all of these instances, my Government’s calls for accountability and transparency for the expenditure of the people’s money have been blatantly ignored by the Governor, the CFO and the Commissioner of Police.”

The Premier said this action by the Governor and the CFO Is not an example of good governance. “We have a right to know how much of the tax payers money is being spent and what specifically it is being spent on. We do not seek to compromise the investigations but making that information available after the trials have ended is totally unacceptable and we will therefore not approve another “red cent” for SIPT,” he said.

He continued: “Since coming to office in 2012 I have made representation to the UK Secretary of State, the FCO and DFID, both in writing and in person requesting them to assume the responsibility

Premier Rufus Ewing Ewing

for the funding of the SIPT, as previously recommended by the UK Foreign Affairs Committee and

Chief Prosecutor Helen Garlick, and the UK Government has consistently refused to accept its responsibility as a sovereign nation and provide support to these islands, but instead insists on providing employment and financial opportunities for the British on the backs of tax payers in the Turks and Caicos Islands.

“The economic prosperity of these islands came with the hard work of this Government and the hard work and sacrifice of the people of these islands, and such economic gains should be spent as a priority for the improvement of the lives of the people of these islands and not for the enrichment of SIPT and other UK tax payers. The UK’s insistence on the brow beating of the people both by their insistence on taxing the people to pay for SIPT as well as their recent denial of the people’s call for constitutional review are acts to be abhorred.

“My Government will continue to make representation to the Secretary of State, FCO and FAC and agitate for the UK Government to live up to its responsibility as a sovereign nation and fund the SIPT or find alternate methods of exacting justice as recommended by the Report of the CARICOM Mission to the Turks and Caicos Islands and for them to uphold good governance instead of demonstrating the might of the Great British Empire in abusing its authority.

“My Government is prepared to take this fight to Whitehall as we will not accept this nor the UK’s response to the House of Assembly’s recommendations for constitutional amendments. It is past time for a frank discussion on the future of the relationship between the UK Government and the people of these “beautiful by nature” islands,” he concluded.

Imports increased in Turks and Caicos by 8.5% The Strategic Policy and Planning Department (SPPD) announced today that imports for the first half year increased by 8.5%.

The Turks and Caicos Islands Merchandise imports totaled approximately $208 million for the first half of 2015, representing an increase of $16.3 million or 8.5% when compared to the same period last year. Exports from the Turks and Caicos Islands during this period were valued at $2.1 million when compared to $3.8 million during the first half of 2014. This resulted in an overall merchandise trade balance of approximately -$205.9 million during the first half of 2015 and the worsening of the overall trade balance by more than 10.4 percent or $9.6 million.

"Due to the current growth that is taking place in the tourism

sector, the attraction of direct investment, the projected growth in the construction sector of the TCI economy and the lack of a more diversified group of exports, it is likely that the trade imbalance will continue to increase in the foreseeable future," stated Acting Director of SPPD, Mr. Shirlen Forbes.

"The rising imports however, could be looked at in a positive light. As a country with high value of imports, the increase in imports may also be reflecting the uptick in activity taking place in the TCI economy, showing that Turks and Caicos consumers are buying and developing more. Evidence of this can be seen in the increase of motor vehicle imports by 61.5% during the first half of 2015 when compared to the same period last

year.

"This undoubtedly reflects the significant increase in motor vehicles from Asia. Motor vehicles imports at the Grand Turk Port and Providenciales South Dock Port increased by 112.4% and 110% respectively. The increase in motor vehicle imports made Machinery and Transport equipment, by far the largest expenditure, amounting to $58.2 million, or 28.0% of total imports when analyzing the data using Standard International Trade Classification (SITC)."

Given the performance of Merchandise trade during the 1st half of this year, SPPD is forecasting that imports will increase by more than 22% for the 2015 calendar year. Whereas exports will experience a decline of more than 5 percent.

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We, of no constitution

Note: Recently, in a continuing exercise of absolute power in Turks and Caicos, a British Minister of government rejected the resolution for reforms to the Turks and Caicos Constitution; turning upon his opinion, that there are risks. He did not open a negotiation or deliberation, but merely rejected the resolutions, as one does food preferences.

Some say, he has this power in law. If that is so the Turks and Caicos has no law worthy of the name; certainly not in the tradition of English law. Here Professor Gilbert Morris - Former Professor at George Mason University, former Chairman of TC Invest and former Special Envoy from the Office of The Premier to the House of Lords, shows why our position is unacceptable.

INTRODUCTION: A Constitution is a sovereign law. It is not the law of the/or a sovereign in modern thinking. No. A Constitution is that law that is sovereign to all laws within a country. This means, even “sovereigns”, are subject to the Constitution.

This means also that since we are not governed by sovereigns, we are not governed by the preferences of this or that government nor the personal opinion of this or that politician. We are governed - at least that is the theory - instead by laws, applied equally to all; laws protecting rights not granted by a Constitution, but granted by God, and recognised in a Constitution.

Whilst it is the mantra of “American Constitutionalism”, the principle of “Inalienability” must be true to any legitimate Constitution.

As such, under this principle, not only can your rights not be taken away, but you do not have the power to give them away. These rights are the lungs of democracy. Therefore, where or whenever you hear the suggestion or idea that you may “give” some rights away to protect your security, it is a perfect nonsense.

In general, each country has its own Constitution, and all who come within that country’s ambit or sphere are subject to that Constitution and may draw rights therefrom.

Under Constitutions, Persons (be they human or corporate) have rights and privileges; some of which are conditional. Governments do not have rights, but rather powers and allowances; both of which are always conditional.

Governments must always possess and give reasons for the exercise of its powers and must demonstrate the legitimacy, reasons, extent and finality of the exercise of any allowance by and in law, and must provide compensation where the exercise of either powers or allowances interfere with the rights of citizens.

Not all rights due to citizens are identified in Constitutions - as no document can contain the total complement or meaning of rights but the existence of a constitution, implies that such rights exist, and will be recognised once a situation arises in which they are or must be

identified.

Finally, the existence of a Constitution means literarily that all government power is limited, even if and where the Constitution fails to say so. In fact, a Constitution cannot fail in saying this, because its very existence implies this. Therefore, where there is no mention of a limitation of power, government by Constitution must seek or cultivate such limits by “convention”; which is an informal practice that constitutes and exhibits a demonstration of a ‘good faith’ commitment and intention of a government to be bound by the Rule of Law. OUR SITUATION: Let’s speak plain and forcefully as like our fathers who were men of the sea: If the principles above do not reflect the current situation of the Constitutional life - rights, privileges of citizens; powers and allowances of elected government - for the sake of Belongers in The Turks and Caicos Islands, then we do not have a Constitution.

If it is the case that in any respect of the British responsibilities to and in Turks and Caicos Islands, they can arbitrarily reject (for a reason that does not advance Constitutionality), the desires of the people of Turks and Caicos Islands, or decisions of the government duly elected by the people as an expression of their desires, then we do not have a Constitution.

Rather the document we refer to as a “Constitution” is a mere management charter, aimed at the convenience of the managers rather than the rights and privileges of the citizens of these islands.

If we - in Turks and Caicos Islands - do not possess a Constitution, then the duty of the British under the United Nations Charter to move the peoples of these islands steadily toward self-governance is sorely in breach, and it raises a question concerning further duties to have established legitimate and credible national institutions by now; which must serve as the foundation for the self-governances of the peoples of these islands.

Either we have a Constitution and if so, then the British have no power to reject the reforms proposed by

the elected government which were drawn from the expressed wishes of the people; Or, We do not have a Constitution and the British have been negligent (and so have we), in cultivating a legitimate, sustainable institutional framework for proper governance.

By Professor Gilbert Morris Distinguished Fellow: Sir Williamgoodenough College, London Poet, Writer, Scholar morrismedici@icloud.com

THE PROBLEM: There are additional issues: A reason that the British may not reject Constitutional reforms proposed by the elected government of Turks and Caicos, is because Turks and Caicos is not a Crown Colony. It was not won by Britain in a war. It was the request of the city fathers of these islands to come under British administration by an agreement of consent. As such, the means by which Turks and Caicos is to associate with Britain and by which Britain is meant to undertake its responsibilities in Turks and Caicos is by and with the consent of the peoples of Turks and Caicos; which is consistent with the Rule of Law, reflecting a principle of legitimacy.

If this be not the case, then there is no rule of law in Turks and Caicos, and these islands are an outpost of all that is anathema to what British students learn in laws schools and to what any British subject may expect to enjoy under the prospects of “British law” or the jurisprudence or legal philosophy upon which it rests.

Act implies inadvertently, but necessarily that every law extant in British has validity for reference in the Territories. This means again because law always cuts both ways the assumption of absolute power in Turks and Caicos means, if we have Constitution our Constitution is the British Constitution and such laws as limits the power of British Ministers as limited they are in Britain.

The Declaratory Act became - with some caveats - The West Indies Act of 1967. And the English today are attempting the very same thing: The West Indies Act is a law the permits an English Minister of Government to act without reference to law in Turks and Caicos, or to act - again - in a manner in which no Englishman would stomach, and yet to claim that he is acting according to law. For instance, if a Turks and Caicos islander travelled to Britain, upon landing in Britain that same Minister with unlimited power over all of Turks and Caicos Islands, would hold, immediately, less powers over a Belonger standing on English soil.

Can this really be the reality of English law, British justice or the country that gave the world Magna Carta?

BUT IS IT THE CASE? In fact, under the Declaratory Act of 1766, it was stated as follows: “Parliament had hath, and of right ought to have, full power and authority to make laws and statutes of sufficient force and validity to bind the colonies and people of America ... in all cases whatsoever”.

This means that by means of the Declaratory Act, The English Parliament reserved for itself highhandedly and hypocritically - a power to make laws and tax its colonies, without representation or to induce, enforce and advance an approach to government no Englishman would stomach.

The inverse - as argued

by Maurice O. Glinton - the distinguished South Caicos Barrister - is that the Declaratory

CONCLUSION: Who will say that I have made controversy where there is none?

Who will say that I have taken a little cause and made it greater for no good reason?

If you are a foreign investor who evidenced your faith by placing investments here, with us…having done so for the benefit of English law, can you see that your own rights are less secure than you imagined?

Suppose you say that previously mischief abounded in these lovely rocks and Cays, and that “something had to be done”, can you see that the logic of law cuts both ways? And so whatever correction is imposed to cure the ‘mischief’ aforementioned, raises questions which must be predictable upon and within the law. Your investment must enjoy

the protection of a fixed set of rules or soon any convenience deemed necessary by a British Minister of government could mean harm to what you took to be the untroubled “even equipoise” of an “English Law footing” in these islands.

Take another specific example: suppose it was a question about whether Crown Lands were being dissipated. That would be a genuine problem. But is the solution to remove Crown Land grants completely from the government elected by the people? The answer is NO! It is the right of Belongers to have access to this land. As such, it is not the risk to the loss of land nor the convenience of the British overlords that is important. If that is the case, when the foreign investor’s interest poses a risk in the opinion of UK Ministers, that risk rather than the investor’s right will take precedence.

But if we are a constitutional government were are not ruled by options concerning risks. We are governed by the rule of law. As such, the duty of the UK Minister is to discover a means to maintain the validity and expectation of our rights; because that is the obligation of constitutional government.

Let us put the matter this way finally: If we have a Constitution, then the UK Minister’s perception of risk cannot form the basis of a decision to a government elected under that Constitution.

Therefore if there is a Constitution in Turks and Caicos Islands, then it must be underscored that in every case, the Belongers of these islands must enjoy every right and protection that every British subject enjoys in the United Kingdom., and any decision therefore that is inconsistent with that, is in law void and of no effect, including therefore any decision to reject the resolutions of the government of these islands.

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Woman hospitalized after being shot nine times A WOMAN was hospitalized after being shot nine times by a masked armed suspect in the vicinity of South Dock Road, Providenciales on Monday (August 31).

In a press release issued by police officials, shortly before 10:30am that morning multiple gunshots were heard near a business place in South Dock.

Shortly thereafter, a woman was discovered lying on the ground with multiple gunshot wounds to her body.

It is alleged that the woman was approached by a masked man armed with a firearm.

A struggle is said to have taken place with the masked armed suspect who shot the 37-yearold woman multiple times before fleeing the scene.

After the discovery, she was then rushed to the Cheshire Hall Medical Centre.

The Turks and Caicos Weekly News contacted the hospital to get an update on the woman’s condition. According to public relation’s officer for the hospital, Takara Bain, the woman is in critical but stable condition at the hospital. This is up to press time.

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spare key inside the vehicle.

Use a product to lock the steering wheel. Although these can be easily defeated in most cases, it is one more deterrent they have to contend with. More than likely they will find an easier target. Locks that engage both the steering wheel and one of the pedals are preferred. If you have a garage, use it. When going out of town, disconnect the battery or remove the electronic ignition fuse. Consider anti-theft devices such as fuel shut-off, kill switches, or electronic chip keys.

Record the following information and keep it in a location other than the vehicle: Make, Model and Year, Registration (plate) number, Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), Color and any specialties such as bumper stickers, dents, paint variations, etc.

The Police would like to remind you to be vigilant in the protection of

your vehicle and the items that you keep inside them.

Police are appealing to anyone with information about these vehicular crimes, no matter how small or insignificant (the tip) may seem, to call Crime Stoppers on 1-800-8477 or use the Crime Stoppers online reporting page: www.crimestoppers. tc. Information you provide will be treated in the strictest of confidence.

All calls are answered by Miami Dade Police and no one from the RTCIPF will know who called. Only the information received will be provided to the RTCIPF. We remind people they should not report crime information via our Facebook and Twitter pages.

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

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which is inconsistent with the 1945 UN Declaration, and yet, I argue that we come under the British Constitution, which would mean UK Minister still lack the power they seem to dream of in Turks and Caicos.

If we conclude other than I have argued: Then we must say, in Turks and Caicos islands, the British enjoy a power in Cockburn Town they cannot exercise in Bermondsey; and that would not be mere nonsense, it would be galloping nonsense as a legal principle.

It would mean that you have to ask: Are these British to whom Turks and Caicos is so wantonly tethered, so irresistible; so perfect that they can possess

powers in Turks and Caicos that no Constitutional government claims to possess in the civilised world?

That also would be no mere nonsense, but barking nonsense, upon stilts!

What must be done is NOT protesting, in which we march, make noise, call people names demonstrating our ineffectuality, and as soon as we turn the corner we head for Sweet T’s. This is time for serious deliberations about the meaning of Constitutional government in these islands, in a manner and method that demonstrates to ourselves and the world that our governance of ourselves in this moment is an indication of our ability to govern ourselves at all.

Delano Williams continues to shine in the international arena

Delano and his teammates Rabah Yousif, Jarryd Dunn and 4x400m captain Martyn 'Big Daddy' Rooney ran an amazing finals resulting in a Bronze medal

Delano Williams makes TCI proud Warm congratulations and proud remarks ensued as 'TCI's Golden Boy' Delano Williams continues to shine in the international arena - most recently, at the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) World Championships in Beijing, China.

Kudos was especially extended from Akierra Missick, Deputy Premier and Minister of Education, Youth, Sport and Libraries, on behalf of herself and the ministry.

She said: “I wish to extend warm congratulations to TCI’s golden boy Delano Williams on that amazing performance at the 2015 IAAF World Championships currently taking place in Beijing, China. You

Akierra Missick, Deputy Premier and Minister of Education, Youth, Sport and Libraries

are representing team Great Britain, but have done the Turks and Caicos

Under the tree

proud during these games.

“During the 4 x 400 relay rounds and now the finals, from start to finish, you displayed discipline, strength, determination and teamwork. You are indeed a true role model and a shining example to future athletes of the Turks and Caicos Islands.

“This is a great day for The Turks and Caicos Islands and we stand proud and salute our son of the soil.”

She also congratulated Delano’s teammates Rabah Yousif, Jarryd Dunn and 4x400m captain Martyn 'Big Daddy' Rooney for an amazing finals resulting in a Bronze medal, reiterating her pride in their accomplishments.

By Benneth Williams

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Jojo the friendly wild bottlenose, believed to be around 40 years old, has been cited as a national treasure by the Turks & Caicos Islands since 1989. Credit Sail Beluga.

Rocky, Missy and Silver - three of the UK's last remaining captive dolphins - were released into TCI waters in 1991. Credit Tom Mount.

World champion freediver and TCI goodwill ambassador Tanya Streeter with daughter Tilly, 7. Credit Heather Schmitt.

Anger as Grand Turk dolphin park moves a step closer

by Gemma Handy INTERNATIONAL animal rights campaigners are the latest to add their voices to the fight against dolphin parks in TCI - as planning chiefs confirm outline permission has been granted for the Grand Turk site.

"Cruel greed", "exploitation" and "nothing short of water circuses" are just some of the accusations from heavyweight critics which include world champion freediver Tanya Streeter.

Ogail Awad, deputy director of planning, revealed that proposals

by Dolphin Cove had moved a step closer for the proposed North Creek facility. Mr Awad said outline planning permission - the first stage in securing official approval - was given in the "last few months". The Jamaica-based firm has one year from the date it became effective to complete the next stage of the process which includes submitting detailed development plans and completing environmental impact assessments now underway.

Meanwhile, Ms Streeter - a longtime TCI goodwill ambassador who famously set her 2002 world freediving record off the coast of Providenciales - has publicly condemned the scheme.

"In this day and age, where we understand the welfare needs of marine mammals, it's nothing short of cruel greed that motivates anyone to be in the business of keeping these intelligent animals in captivity," she told the Weekly News.

"I am sad that a country that has so much natural beauty would seek to stoop to the level of torturing dolphins in the name of tourism."

Ms Streeter had a word of caution for advocates who say the park would enhance the capital island's touristic offerings. "Grand Turk is such a unique island and that would be lost if a dolphinarium is put there," she added.

When Jamaica-based Dolphin Cove first proposed building attractions in Grand Turk and Providenciales in 2012 a maelstrom of controversy ensued. Thousands signed a petition demanding the application be thrown out and planning bosses were bombarded with more than 100 angry letters from across the globe.

Further contention erupted when it emerged that then Governor Ric Todd had amended regulations to allow marine mammals to be kept for display, exhibition and performance. At the time, Mr Todd lauded the economic boost he said would "significantly complement" the country’s tourism product.

Locally, opinions regarding the multi-million dollar investment remain deeply divided. Critics say dolphin parks are anachronistic and at odds with the destination's highend branding as they appeal mainly to lower end mass tourism. Many believe they're inhumane too, as dolphins have long been considered highly intelligent and cognitive creatures with one of the highest ratios of brain size to body mass in the animal world, capable of emotions, personalities and developing complex social structures.

But many Grand Turk residents say the park would trigger the economic activity the sleepy island badly needs, luring in more visitors and fiscal spin-offs on everything from taxis to restaurants.

Derek Taylor, former PDM leader and erstwhile Chief Minister, is one such supporter. "Nothing has happened in Grand Turk for a decade and the call for private sector development is one we are hearing in all quarters here," he said.

"There are few jobs available outside government." He added that the facility would also provide welcome activities for cruise ship passengers.

Billed as Jamaica's number one attraction, Dolphin Cove has been in operation since 2001 with a handful

Supporters say the dolphinarium would be a major attraction for cruise passengers, almost a million of whom visited Grand Turk in 2014.

of outlets across the island. It plans to spend several million dollars rolling out parks across the region.

One reason the TCI may appeal is its use of the US dollar, the currency in which it is most likely to capitalise on its investment. Despite the postBlackfish controversy - the 2013 documentary that accused SeaWorld of mistreating killer whales - marine mammal parks remain popular in parts of the Caribbean, driven by a thriving cruise industry. There are currently around 30 in operation in the region's holiday hotspots, including the Bahamas, Cayman Islands and Dominican Republic.

Some believe they have a conservation role to play, a theory charity Born Free, which is campaigning for the closure of all marine mammal parks worldwide, rigorously rebuffs.

Spokesman Daniel Turner said: "Having investigated numerous dolphinaria around the world, we are adamant that these facilities offer nothing more than using these animals as objects of entertainment.

There is clearly no benefit to the conservation of the species, nor will the public receive any form of meaningful education; they are nothing more than water circuses."

Mr Turner said captive dolphins "have no life worth living, devoid of any form of stimulation and social interaction", unable to swim hundreds of kilometres a day and a live in family groups as they would in the wild.

He said forcing animals from different localities to live together in close proximity breeds aggressive behaviour. "That's why you often see captive dolphins covered in deep scratches all over the body." He claims many parks administer antianxiety medication such as diazepam to prevent them attacking each other and the people they interact with.

Dosages are increased as tolerance develops, causing side effects and even deaths, he said.

Mr Turner added: "If people really want to engage with these animals to truly be inspired by their intelligence and see how they live in

the wild, they need to see them in the wild; there’s plenty of opportunity for them to do so."

The thousands of tourists fortunate enough to have interacted with TCI's numerous wild bottlenoses, such as national treasure Jojo, can testify to that.

Charterboat owner Tim Ainley has swum regularly with Jojo for 30 years and says he often encounters pods of a dozen or more dolphins swimming alongside his boat Beluga. "Jojo has swum with so many tourists, none of whom would want to see dolphins in captivity. You learn nothing about a dolphin watching it jump through hoops," he added. "We're so busy exploiting them but if we stopped and listened, we'd find they had a lot to teach us instead."

Barbara Young, supporter of the TCI Reef Fund, an ardent campaigner against Dolphin Cove's plans, agrees. In 1991 through the NGO PRIDE she helped rehabilitate and release three of the UK's last remaining captive dolphins - Rocky, Missy and Silver - into TCI waters.

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Tim Ainley is one of many islanders to display a bumper sticker decrying the proposed dolphin park.

She recalls the poignant moment they were finally set free following a major campaign by international organisations and British newspaper the Mail on Sunday.

"It was the first time in 27 years Rocky had experienced being able to swim without boundaries," she said.

"He had been on his own for years in Morecambe. When he first met Missy and Silver he was so delighted he started chattering straight away and the fungal skin infection he had suffered from for years cleared up within two months."

Ms Young said many people who visit marine parks mistakenly believe dolphins have been "rescued" and have no idea that the animals have often been seized from the wild.

She claims they are routinely given medication to ward off stress-induced ulcers and invasive endoscopies to monitor their condition.

Dolphin Cove did not provide a comment despite repeated requests.

The company has operated an inhouse breeding programme for

several years.

"Swim with dolphin programmes support the capture of dolphins in the wild," Ms Young continued, "and when you remove dolphins from their pod the pod's whole social structure is destroyed. Additionally, dolphins, like humans, get highly stressed especially when they are forced to cohabitate with other dolphins they don't know. Aggressive behavior and sometimes death can result."

In recent years, several countries have outlawed captive cetacean attractions while numerous travel agencies worldwide have boycotted destinations that operate them.

Susan Blehr, executive director of the TCSPCA, another vocal opponent, said: "When the rest of the world is moving in the opposite direction and closing these facilities, our government could get so much mileage by saying no. Instead, we are redefining the whole slogan of the country which is 'beautiful by nature'."

TCI tour operator Tim Ainley has been swimming regularly with Jojo, the wild bottlenose dolphin, since 1985. Credit Sail Beluga.

Tim Ainley, of Sail Beluga, with Jojo the bottlenose dolphin. Credit Doug Perine

Champion freediver Tanya Streeter - who set a world record in TCI in 2002 - is among scores of people who wrote to the government opposing the project. Credit Lawrence Curtis.

Barbara Young and Chuck Hesse, of TCI environmental NGO Pride, prepare Silver the bottlenose dolphin for release into the wild in 1991. Credit Tom Mount.

Some residents in the quiet capital island of Grand Turk welcome the economic stimulation they believe a dolphin park would bring.

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New appointments bolsters tcig interest in the uk TCI’s Economical and Political interests in the UK have been bolstered by the addition of two new appointments in the Turks & Caicos Islands Government’s (TCIG) office in the UK Based Home Office, it was announced today, Tuesday, 1st September 2015.

Tracy Knight has been appointed as Head of Office & Resource Management, and Mr. Kimo Tynes as UK Representative - Consular Services in the Office of the Premier, London, United Kingdom. They will both take up their new appointments later this month.

“We are confident that Tracy and Kimo will represent the TCI well

while performing their respective duties overseas,” said Deputy Governor Anya Williams. ”The exposure and experience they will gain while living and working in UK represents a tremendous development opportunity, both for them and their country. TCIG intends to continue to build on this existing office and strengthen through providing more talented resources like these new hires.”

"This is another proud moment for us as Turks and Caicos Islanders as the Government continues to deliver on our promise to employ our people within the Civil Service,"

Kimo Tynes

said Premier, Dr. The Hon. Rufus W. Ewing.

"These latest appointments in the UK are especially noteworthy as this is the first home office to be established for the country abroad

MILLS MUSES

Putting the bar on a high WE all know what bars are used for - sharing good conversation, releasing tension, and cutting business deals. But each of these areas has its own challenges.

I recently watched a programme called ‘Bar Rescue’ where a ‘bar rescuer’ is brought in to improve the performance of a bar.

He found the bar to be inauthentic, since its owner took its concept from the one across the street.

The soup served was taken from cans, when it should have been made locally, the manager was untrained, some customers interfered with patrons, and the security was not present to deal with issues.

The owners were also stubborn, despite the intervention of the individual brought in to rescue the bar. After two weeks, things returned to business as usual.

What we have here, is a situation which occurs in all types of organisations.

There are issues which need attention, but managers find suggestions for reform not to their taste. There is little change, so performance further deteriorates.

The programme did not give the recommendations of the ‘bar rescuer.’ But I will briefly appraise

BY Oliver Mills

Oliver Mills is a former lecturer in education at the UWI Mona Campus. He holds a BA (Hons.) UWI, an M.Ed. Dalhousie Univ., an MA University of London, and a Postgraduate Diploma in HRM and Training, Leicester Univ. He currently writes a Column for the TC Weekly News.

his findings, and give suggestions for reform.

The observation that the idea for the bar came from the one across the street, means it did not have a nature of its own.

It was structured around another workplace culture. And this is also why many organizations fail, since they are copies of existing ones, rather than being based on the needs of their environment.

Because the ‘soup’ was not homemade, it compromised the view of the bar as providing local stuff.

This was compounded by the fact that the manager was not trained.

This limited his thinking as to which activities were unproductive.

Most strangely was the issue of patrons being interfered with, and the absence of security when issues needed solving.

This represents a breakdown in organizational culture, and a lack of vision as to what social purposes the

bar should serve.

It should not be surprising that what we normally see as just a bar should be spoken of in terms of having to be rescued from internal problems, and putting it on a high.

It is the same with other organizations too.

To transform such organizations, managers need to be trained in managing the unexpected, and being flexible in order to manage disruptive change.

And their awareness must be raised to concentrate on doing only those things that add value.

Managers, including those of bars, must also have skills in customer relations techniques, how to create a productive and sustainable culture, and be agents of transformation, if their organizations are to be rescued, and put on a high.

Tracy Knight

and it is important that we have our own promoting the territory and representing our interests in another country.

"I have every faith in the abilities of our people and I know that Ms. Knight and Mr. Tynes will be invaluable assets to the Government."

The Head of Office and Resource Management coordinates the

activities of the Turks and Caicos Islands Home Office to promote inward investment and to identify and access funding from UK and European Union donor agencies.

The Consular Officer/UK Representative-Consular Services promotes the Political interests of TCIG in the UK and to support TCI nationals residing in the UK.

ERIK STAAF steps down as CEO for Digicel TCI AFTER less than one year as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for Digicel Turks and Caicos, Erik Staaf has stepped down from the post, allegedly due to personal reasons.

According to a press release issued by the telecommunications company, the resignation became effective on Friday (August 28).

The Weekly News attempted to get in touch with Staaf, who is originally from Sweden, for further comment but was unsuccessful up to press time.

In the release, Regional CEO for Bermuda, Cayman and the Turks and Caicos Islands, Alistair Beak said that he wanted to thank Staaf for his contribution to Digicel and wished him all the best for the future.

Digicel’s Board of Directors has

Former CEO for Digicel Turks and Caicos, Erik Staaf

named Stephen Thompson, Chief Financial Officer, to serve as interim CEO.

Tourist found floating in water A MAN who was believed to be vacationing in the Turks and Caicos Islands was found floating in waters near the Sands resort in Providenciales on Thursday (September 3).

According to police press officer, Audley Astwood, 911 officials received a phone call at about 10am that morning, stating that a body was seen floating in the water near the resort.

It is alleged that the 85-year-old man was originally from Russia, but resided in New York.

Attempts were made to resuscitate him on the scene, but they were unsuccessful.

He was then rushed to the Cheshire Hall Medical Centre where attempts were also made to revive him, but were all unsuccessful and he was pronounced dead at the hospital.

Details on this matter are still vague and up to press time police officials said that they did not have any more information. (BY DAISY HANDFIELD)

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REAL TALK Sandals Foundation First Step in Addressing Crime launches Dominica fundraising campaign is Addressing National Security A FUNDRAISING campaign was launched by Sandals Foundation, the non-profit arm of Sandals Resorts International, to aid the recovery effort in Dominica after the Caribbean nation was recently devastated by tropical storm Erika.

According to a press release from Beaches Turks and Caicos, the campaign will include fundraising efforts involving the tens of thousands of guests staying at Sandals and Beaches resorts as well as online donations through the Sandals Foundation webpage.

President of the Sandals Foundation and CEO of Sandals Resorts International, Adam Stewart said that thankfully, the nine islands in which they operated their resorts were unscathed by Tropical Storm Erika but tragically the same was not true for their Caribbean neighbours in Dominica who have suffered great loss; both of life and infrastructure.

He said: “We know first-hand how badly natural disasters can affect a nation and we will be doing all we can to help the people of Dominica to recover as quickly as possible and we urge our corporate partners to play their part too.”

Erika wreaked havoc on the island nation for over five hours on Wednesday (August 26) causing intense flooding and landslides that left 20 people dead and at least 50 missing. The Prime Minister of Dominica, Roosevelt Skerrit recently appealed for international assistance to recover from the disaster which he estimated could set his country back two decades.

Stewart said that the Sandals

Man charged with assault on police A MAN was recently charged with assaulting a police officer during a search warrant at an address in Kew Town, Providenciales on Monday (August 31).

According to a police release, sometime just after 9:30pm on that day officers from Chalk Sound Police Station executed a search warrant at a house in Kew Town following the arrest of the 22-year-old perpetrator.

Police alleged that the man assaulted a police officer while the officer was assisting in the execution of the search warrant.

The man was taken to Chalk Sound Police Station where he was charged with assault on a police officer.

He was granted bail and is scheduled to appear in Providenciales Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday (September 9).

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President of the Sandals Foundation and CEO of Sandals Resorts International, Adam Stewart

Foundation’s pledge of support to the island would not be limited to just resort guests and supporters of the foundation.

“We will be reaching out to our trade partners, travel agents, suppliers-everyone, this is an emergency situation and we want to throw our full weight behind our Caribbean brothers and sisters in their time of need,” Stewart said.

By Jas Walkin

One of the first promises I made to my readers in the first publication of this column was to be real and direct about the issues other people want to avoid or ‘sugar coat’ because the truth was either unpopular or stayed in the dark because the light would force unwanted resolutions to be made. This week’s column is in-keeping with my promise.

It does not matter how many new police vehicles, stations, patrol equipment or community policing the Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force implement, none of these initiatives will curb crime until there is a collective and consistent effort by all the law enforcement agencies of this country to; limit the amount of illegal trafficking of people and contraband in this country; monitor the cargo which leaves and arrives in this country more closely and enforce the laws of this country regardless of who breaks them . It does not take

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

genius to figure this out.

Let me further clarify my statement; I am not just advocating for more efforts to be made in securing the boarders, I am also advocating for persons who are tasked with inspecting the vessels that enter this country to be more vigilant. I am not an expert in transportation security but it does not take one or a degree in quantum physics to figure out that there are only three possible avenues for illegal guns or cargo to enter TCI; by boat by plane or/and both are facilitated by people.

Anther vital aspect of National Security which is sill not properly addressed in this country is illegal immigration. While commendable

efforts have been made to stop the entry of illegal vessels with immigrants to this country; there are still too many people here who are undocumented, have expired status, one way or the other have overstayed their welcome. This leads me to the biggest point of this column; Police department will forever have difficulty zeroing in on perpetrators if they do not have reliable information on the people who are in this country.

If we don’t know who we have among us, how can we know who the criminals are from who the law abiding citizens are? If we secure this nation; we will curb crime. Stay tuned for part 2.

COMMENTARY

Constitutional Penance “NO” is the word from Britain on changing our constitution and not giving the left over PNP government one bit of additional authority.

Are we paying a penance for letting PNP loose on the country?

As every thinking person knows, by 2006 there was something wrong with the government of the TCI. The PNP was in charge after taking over in a suspicious byelection in late 2003.

By 2006 things were beginning to come unhinged. Government payrolls were late, bills were not being paid yet government ministers were living the high life.

Mansions, servants and expensive automobiles became the toys as ministers flew off on holiday junkets in TCI planes.

Britain was asleep with only (Tauwhare's) one eye open.

In 2006 an election in 2007 was not anticipated. Then a phone call from England and one was called.

The PDM government had

By David Tapfer

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

received a grant to build a causeway/ bridge between North and Middle Caicos. Three years later under PNP it was not started. Then with the 2007 election looming dirt thrown in the sea marked the beginning of a causeway on the cheap, a PNP election ploy.

Ten years later and what a mess.

A British judge and Governor Posten, had ignored what was going on in 2003 to 2005 by giving PNP the near independence of the 2006 Constitution that allowed them to further create this mess.

Mismanagement at a level higher than the Washy and Skippings years has left us with a government and

civil service almost totally haywire.

It will take years and the real PDM to fix it.

Emerging from the 2007 election was a very small but ultimately powerful opposition, Floyd Seymour, Art Robinson and Douglas Parnell.

Less than a year later, a threatened motion of no confidence and Mike Misick and Floyd Hall were gone.

Then and now the British have begun to realize what had been going on.

We have a new constitution and Brits are here watching and waiting for the justice system, with witness Tauwhare, to reveal how the PNP party abused the power afforded

them in the 2006 constitution.

It is still a learning experience for Britain. Britain gave us Governor Beckingham to factor development.

Robin Auld reported and now Britain acknowledges PNP has given TCI such a bad reputation it may take years for TCI development to take up where PDM left off in mid-2003.

However the raised taxes and fees which are the means to pay back the bills and obligations of the PNP are not a welcoming situation for developers.

TCI remains bankrupt and being propped up by those ultimately responsible, the British Foreign Commonwealth Office.

We cannot return to the 2006 constitution until total justice is served and our penance is paid.

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Hundreds of children receive free school supplies

BY DAISY HANDFIELD HUNDREDS of students received free school supplies during the annual back to school drive at the Alice and Alice Shopping Centre in Providenciales on Sunday (August 30).

The initiative was a collaborative effort between the National Church of God and telecommunications company, Digicel Turks and Caicos, for the second consecutive year.

According to head at the Alice and Alice Shopping Centre, this event was organized as a means of giving back to the community, particularly to needy children whose parents find it difficult to provide some of the basic essentials for school.

He said that the back to school event was also designed to be a time of entertainment and enrichment with acts such as a children’s gospel rap contest, pantomime dancing, praise teams and other gospel

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By Twis Flo

Doing the time getting caught in your feelings Cupid is homicidal Love making a killing Bars covered in buildings Nah, that's too appealing Building covered in bars A prisoner is who you are Chained to that person that you think makes a difference Emotions grow stronger, but somehow theirs still resistance Feel their breath on your skin, but somehow theirs still distance Had hopes of a next of kin but now that’s none existent Abortion ain’t a sin, it's just part of their living No caution to the wind don’t want what was given Can't you see we want what we cant have So we reach for hearts that we know we cant grasp Two birds killed with one stone, you broke the heart of your lover and also your own That's what you get running to a heart of stone, final thoughts are dam I should know All of us fiend for that that touch, some of us are in love with lust Some of us are in love with love, so ain't nobody in love with us Swallowing the truth's gonna bring disgust 'Cause we're in love with the idea of love Never gonna bring it to the physical plane 'Cause heart break hurts more then physical pain So when you meet another you think they're gonna do the same You put up a wall and you show restraint but not expressing a thing's gonna drive insane 'Cause we got holes in our souls we seek to fill before it devours us whole In fear of expressing Love 'cause that leaves you exposed Ain't nobody wanna be used and then disposed So every time we kiss, we close eyes instinctively, hide how we feel inside

performances.

Organizer of the event, Pastor Branford E. Dean said that this event was envisioned by his wife about ten years ago, which is the actual number of years that they have been putting this initiative forward.

He said: “We had partnered with other local churches and organizations in the past, and each year the event grew in support. We are happy that Digicel continues to partner with us. We secured over 1400 school bags and a number of other school supplies, which we have given away as a way of helping our community.”

As partners of the event, Digicel Turks and Caicos provided barbers, who spent the evening providing free haircuts for the young boys who were gearing up for the first day of school.

The company also assisted with funds for the purchasing of school kits, back packs and pencil cases with all of the essentials.

In a press release, head of marketing at Digicel Turks and Caicos, Trina Adams said that Digicel has always been pleased to assist in efforts that give back to their communities in a meaningful way.

She said: “This initiative by Pastor Dean is a tremendously worthy cause and helps to alleviate some of the financial burden that many families find difficult to bear, especially at this time of the year.”

Partner in the initiative, Digicel Turks and Caicos provided young boys with haircuts

Hundreds of children turned up for the annual back to school event

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International school open doors to nursery school

BY DAISY HANDFIELD THE DOORS of the new nursery school introduced by the International School of the Turks and Caicos Islands was officially opened during their inauguration ceremony on Thursday (September 3) on the school grounds in Leeward, Providenciales.

During the opening ceremony the principal of the school, Katie Hinks said that the opening of the nursery has been a dream come true for her and her team at the school.

She said: “It has been a big dream of ours for a long time.

“It has only been able to be possible due to the help and support of our friends at Waterloo Investment Holdings Limited who have allowed us to make our dream a reality.”

Hinks wanted to emphasize that it was not a day care that the school had opened, but more so a nursery.

“We are not providing a day-care.

“While our first and foremost

priority is children’s safety, we are looking at the personal development of those children.

“Every single bit of the planning of the building, every piece of equipment that has been purchased has all been with the specific focus in mind of how it is going to aid children’s development,” Hinks said.

The nursery included a large outdoor playing facility in a shaded area.

Inside is a reception area with a parent resource section, an open play room with a number of toys for the children to play with, a lunch area that can even be used for the performance of arts and crafts, a fully equipped kitchen, a bathroom and a sleeping room.

The nursery will run from 8am to 3pm and there will be an option of additional hours available for parents who work late.

The nursery was built to accommodate 12 children and will include a nursery manager along with a helper.

InterHealth Canada announces new CEO INTERHEALTH Canada (TCI) Limited has recently announced and welcomed their new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for the Turks and Caicos Islands hospital, Daniel Carriere.

This post will become effective as of September 14.

According to a press release from the hospital, Carriere has a strong background in the managing of hospitals.

He previously held the CEO position at the Southlake Regional Health Centre; a 400bed hospital in Newmarket, Ontario, Canada, and prior to that appointment was CEO of other hospitals in the Toronto area.

Speaking on his new role, Carriere said that as he reflected on his success as a health care leader, whether in a small, medium-sized or large hospital, he was always brought back

A few of the toddlers enjoying their first day of nursery school

The International School of the Turks and Caicos opened the doors to a nursery school

to one important but ultimately essential element- teamwork!

He said: “My role as one of the many leaders in the TCI health care system will be one of innovation and facilitation, creating an inclusive and empowered environment where people working with me will be given the necessary tools to improve and excel in ultimately making people’s lives better.”

According to Carriere, his experience as a hospital CEO over many decades really emphasized what truly matters and what will make a lasting impression on patients and their families; having compassionate and caring individuals who make up the health care team.

He said: “While in TCI, I will be working to ensure patients continued 

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11 youngsters from the Turks and Caicos Islands Cadet Corps were given the opportunity to learn how to dive

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Cadets receive dive experience at Beaches ELEVEN members of the Turks and Caicos Islands Cadet Corps recently received first hand dive experience at Beaches Turks and Caicos as part of their extracurricular training.

According to a press release from the resort, the initiative was spearheaded by Regiment Sergeant Major Michael Reid, who is also an employee of Beaches TCI. He was determined to not only introduce the cadets to diving but also to showcase the various career options available in the water sports industry.

“Diving is a huge industry in the Caribbean and being able to dive can open so many doors for these kids.”

Reid said.

He was also very happy that Beaches TCI was able to take on 11 cadets to showcase the industry to, and that the youths were able to gain valuable skills, broadened their career options and even open the door to a new hobby if they should

choose to pursue a PADI Open water certification.

“I hope that they enjoyed the experience, but my biggest hope is that they seize the opportunity they’ve been given and use their new skills to form a career,” Reid said.

Under the guidance of Dive Shop Manager Leonard Suckrajh, the cadets underwent vigorous training.

The course offered insightful theory, followed by a series of confined and open water exercises which included a 20 foot dive along the Grace Bay Beach.

Suckrajh said: “This is such a great initiative and I am happy that we are able to donate our time and equipment to the TCI Cadet Corps.

“All of the kids were eager to learn and very respectful of their instructor.

“Half of this island’s beauty lies beneath the surface of the ocean and

I think everyone here should have the chance to experience it.

“I am happy that we were able to introduce students to this wonderful underwater world.”

This is the first time Beaches Resorts has offered this program to the cadets, but Suckrajh plans to continue the partnership.

The programme took place over four weeks, with the cadets split into two groups and each group receiving two classes.

During the coaching the cadets began in a training pool and then participated in a mini dive.

The Cadet Corps program is offered to any high school student ages 12 to 18. The organization promotes five core values: leadership, discipline, volunteerism, patriotism and virtue.

The corps is made up of four battalions and over 190 cadets on North and South Caicos as well as the islands of Grand Turks and Providenciales.

Although the program entailed vigorous work, this did not stop children from smiling and posing for the camera

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Crossing the finish line fueled for success Endurance events like marathons, half marathons, triathlons, and adventure races are popular ways people challenge themselves to stay in shape and reach new goals.

Training for an endurance event takes time, commitment, and requires proper fuel. Without the right fuel you won’t perform your best. If following a popular low carbohydrate diet you put your body at risk for dehydration and injury.

And chances are you’ll perform at subpar levels. Who wants to barely have enough energy to cross the finish line? Not me, that’s for sure!

This month I’m sharing fueling tips and tools to help enhance your endurance performance—crossing the finish line fueled for success.

If training for an event this fall or winter, contact me and schedule a consult. We’ll work together to enhance your performance—I want to help you be the best you can be!

Fueling Before and During Endurance Events Experimenting with fuel sources and timing before your event is essential.

And not just the week before, but at least 6 weeks before. Everybody is unique. We all respond to various fuel sources differently which is why should never introduce new foods or beverages on race day. What foods can be tolerated by one may send another to the nearest restroom.

Pre-Event Fueling Basics: Foods rich in carbs such as whole grains, oats, brown rice, quinoa, sweet potatoes, fresh fruits and vegetables should make up at least fifty percent of your energy needs. Since muscles only store carbohydrates (and not protein) as glycogen, it is important to fuel on quality carbohydrates to ensure adequate glycogen stores for an event.

Food tips for pre-race nutrition: Eating a high carb dinner and snack to fill your liver with glycogen will help prevent drop a drop in blood glucose.

Focus on eating easy to digest foods.

Avoid trying any new or unusual foods.

Limit foods high in fat and keep protein portions small.

Avoid foods high in fiber. (They’re harder to digest and may cause GI discomfort during the event.)

Fueling During the Event or Training Workouts Lasting >60 Minutes: If less than 1 hour, there is no need to fuel during the activity. If more than 1 hour, then fuel every 20 -

sugar and saturated fat by replacing ½ the butter with applesauce and reducing brown sugar from ? cup in the original recipe to ½ cup.

Servings: Makes 24 bars, Prep Time: 20 minutes, Cooking Time: 20 minutes Ingredients:

30 minutes. During exercise or an event, the body will respond better with simple carbohydrates, such as those listed below. They are easier to digest.

Fueling during an event will help: Maintain blood glucose levels Provide fuel to glycogen depleted muscles Spare liver glycogen, allowing liver to maintain glucose output later in exercise Prevent symptoms of glucose deprivation (fatigue, poor coordination, etc.) and prevent drops in serotonin in the brain Post Event or Workout Nutrition: Immediately after an exercise there is a 60 minute window of opportunity that the body has to up-regulate and utilize nutrients to build and repair muscle tissue. For adequate recovery, consume quick digesting carbohydrates and little protein. The more time that elapses after a run without refueling, the more one’s glycogen replenishment and protein repair is compromised.

Pre-Fuel Whole Grain Banana Fruit 'N Nut Bars Recipe by Quaker Oats www. quakeroats.com - modified to lower

1-¼ cups wheat flour 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice 1/2 tsp baking soda 1/4 tsp salt ¼ cup butter ¼ cup unsweetened applesauce 1/2 cup packed brown sugar 1 large egg 1-1/4 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 3 small bananas) 1-1/2 cup Quaker® oats (quick or old fashioned, uncooked) 2/3 cup chopped pitted dates or golden raisins 2/3 cup chopped toasted walnuts

Preparation: Heat oven to 350°F. Lightly spray 13 x 9 x 2-inch metal baking pan with nonstick cooking spray. Stir together flour, pumpkin pie spice, baking soda and salt in medium bowl; mix well.

Set aside. In large bowl, beat butter, applesauce and brown sugar with electric mixer until well blended.

Add egg and bananas; mix well.

(Mixture will look curdled.) Add flour mixture; beat on low just until well blended. Stir in oats, dates and walnuts. Spread evenly in prepared pan. Bake 20 to 25 minutes, until edges are golden brown and wooden pick inserted in center comes out with a few moist crumbs clinging to it. Cool completely in pan on wire rack. Cut into bars. Store tightly covered at room temperature up to 2 days or place in airtight container and freeze up to 3 months. Defrost uncovered at room temperature.

To give anything less "To give anything less than your best is to sacrifice the gift.”

- Steve Prefontaine, Legendary long distance runner who held seven American track records.

New Turks and Caicos Islands hospital CEO Daniel Carriere

InterHealth Canada ... continued FROM 

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come first; that is the rule!

“Improvements in patient care cannot be delivered or promised through complacency; successful organizations abandon the notion of status quo for the sake of quiet or freedom from the discomfort that often accompanies change.”

The new CEO ensured that under his leadership every staff member will be driven to improve things under their control.

He said: “I look forward to leading a team of dedicated health care professionals and creating the next exciting chapter as the health care agenda in TCI continues to evolve.”

Carriere said that he was especially enthusiastic about the prospects of working closely with government and assisting them in meeting the challenging mandate of affordable and comprehensive health care for the TCI inhabitants and visitors.

“Working together for the same common goal will ensure success and a coordinated approach to improving the health care agenda,” Carriere said.

InterHealth Canada board member, John Hyland said that he had full confidence that the Turks

and Caicos Islands Hospital will continue to excel with Carriere at the helm of an already strong leadership team.

He said: “We are moving forward with a lot of exciting improvements and we are very pleased that we have been able to secure the services of such a well-qualified and experienced CEO to lead the TCI Hospital in the next stage of its development.

“He is exactly the right man for the role.”

Carriere is a Queen’s Golden Jubilee Medal Recipient.

He was recognized for his commitment to establish advanced health care services closer to home for the residents of York Region, Simcoe County, and South Muskoka.

He is a member of the Ryerson University School of Health Services Management External Advisory Committee, an Executive member of the Canadian College of Health Service Executives, past member of the Princess Margaret Advisory Committee on Oncology, and most recently President and CEO, Spectrum of Hope Autism Foundation and President of Centric Health, to name a few of his many distinguished positions.

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How does your garden grow 

BY DENIS Belanger - NATURE SPLENDOR

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

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

Plums wannabe Although they are not really plums like… Two easy plants, Cocoplum (Chrysobalanus icaco) and Natal plum (Carissa): Cocoplum can reach a height of 15 feet and a spread of 15 feet (but maybe not as much here), and is salttolerant. Cocoplum grows in full sun or partial shade on a wide range of soils, needing little irrigation once established. Plant 3 feet apart to establish a hedge farther apart for a less formal affect in a shrub border.

The small edible fruit could make a slight mess on walks and patios for a short period. Cocoplum is used most often as a clipped hedge,

however it can be pruned into a multi-trunked small tree or specimen shrub.

Emerging foliage is an attractive maroon color.

Healthy plants respond nicely to reduction pruning which keeps plants small. This pruning technique presents a very formal or neat appearance to the surrounding landscape.

The fruit is edible for both wildlife and people; it's slightly sweet with a hard shell surrounding the nut.

This feature actually qualifies it as a 'drupe.' You can make jelly from the drupes using any standard recipe from your good old standard

cookbook.

The little flowers are delicate and give off a delicate fragrance as well.

The Natal plum is not related to the real plum. Unfortunately it is a member of one of the most deadly plant families alongside its cousin the Oleander, which makes headlines by fatally poisoning.

Officially known as Carissa the Natal Plum is part of the Dogbane family. The botanical name for that family is Apocynaceae which is Greek for “keep it away from the dog” meaning it kills them easily.

All parts of the Natal Plum are

poisonous, like the Oleander, except for the red-ripe fruit. They taste like a slightly sweet cranberry with the texture of a ripe strawberry some say like a slightly unripe cherry.

It’s surprising that someone hasn’t concocted a commercial fruit juice that tastes like the Natal Plum. If they mixed it with some orange juice it could be Natal Naval…

Natal Plum copes well with salty winds, making it a good choice for coastal areas. It grows in mounds two to seven high and as wide. It’s tolerant of various lighting conditions

and is a popular landscaping plant.

Because of its double spines, it makes a popular security hedge.

Natal Plums have shiny, deep green leaves and snowy white flowers. Their scent intensifies at night and they bloom for months at a time, great smell, remind me of Jasmin. The fruit appears in summer and fall, or fall and winter in warmer climates, and at the same time as it blooms. The fruit can be eaten off the bush or made into pies, jams, jellies, or even sauces. It is rich in Vitamin C, calcium, magnesium and phosphorus.

POLICE SAFETY TIPS

Tips for Preventing Theft of Laptops and Personal Electronics Laptop computers, tablets, cellular phones, and other personal electronics have become a target of choice for thieves.

Why? Because they are small, valuable, can be removed quickly, are easily hidden, and there is a market for them. A thief can sell a stolen laptop, MP3 player, or other device to an unsuspecting persons or a pawnshop, and easily receive up to half its value in cash.

The cost of a stolen tablet, laptop, or other small electronic device is not just its replacement cost, but also the cost of peripherals and accessories, the installed software, the cost of configuring

and loading replacement software, and the cost of lost time for the owner while the device is being replaced.

An even greater cost (especially if your employer issued your device) is the potential exposure and liability that results from lost confidential corporate and client information.

Many times, often after the fact, we think about what we could have done to prevent valuables from being stolen. Here are a few tips to help you protect your personal electronics and laptop computer, whether you’re at home, school, or on the road: Don’t leave your devices in an unlocked vehicle, even if the vehicle is in your driveway or garage, and NEVER leave it in plain sight, even if the vehicle

is locked — that’s just inviting trouble.

If you must leave your devices in a vehicle, the best place is in the trunk.

If you don’t have a trunk, try to conceal them or fit them under a seat and lock the doors.

Carry your devices in a nondescript carrying case or bag when moving about. Placing these items in a case designed for computers is an immediate alert to thieves that you have these valuable devices. Don’t leave a meeting or conference room without your laptop or personal electronics. Take them with you. Lock your device in a safe place when not in use or use a cable lock that wraps around a desk or chair leg. You can also apply distinctive paint markings

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

(such as indelible markers) to make your laptop unique and easily identifiable.

Consider purchasing a theft alarm system specially made for laptops and other electronics.

Be aware that if your computer is stolen, automatic log-ins can make it easy for a thief to send inappropriate messages with your account. Use password protection

and require a person to log in every time the computer goes to sleep or powers down.

It is also wise to back up your information using cloud-based storage or on portable media such as a flash drive, or other backup media. Store the discs someplace safe. For more crime prevention tips please visit www.tcipolice.tc or www.facebook.com/RTCIPF

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

By Lynn Robinson

Conserving Water LUCKILY for us tropical storm Erika decided not to visit the Turks and Caicos Islands this year although everyone was certainly looking forward to some much needed rainfall due to the very dry summer we have seen so far this year.

One thing I have learnt while living on this small rock in the North Atlantic is how to conserve water, something I probably would have never considered while living in the “real world”.

Water was never an issue, as it was always there at the turn of a tap.

I remember the first little rhyme my first boss taught me upon my arrival here almost 13 years ago which will ring true to many longtime residents….”In this land of sun and fun, never flush for number one. When it’s yellow, let it mellow, when it’s brown, flush it down.”

Many homes are reliant on the rainfall to fill the cisterns and if the rain doesn’t fall it means ordering a tanker full of water to fill up instead.

Murphy’s Law will see that just after ordering and paying for a top up, a deluge of rain will follow close behind.

I am now fortunate to be connected to “city water” so I don’t have to worry about the cistern running dry but due to the high cost of living here it’s always useful to limit water consumption to help keep the bills low.

As well as not flushing the toilet every time, another useful water saving tip is to take “navy showers”.

Simply turn on the shower and get wet, then turn off whilst soaping up, washing your hair, shaving your legs and whatever else you have to do to scrub away the dirt and sweat from your day, then turn

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the shower back on to rinse off.

I love the sound of running water when it’s coming from a river or a waterfall; however the sound of a shower running constantly drives me insane as I imagine all that precious water being wasted down the drain.

The same goes for cleaning your teeth and washing the dishes.

Turning off the tap and limiting the amount of water used will make a big difference in keeping the bills low, and dirty dish water collected in a bowl in the sink can be used to water the plants, especially if ecofriendly dish soap is used.

Water = Life, Conservation = Future

Backpack 101 Kids think it’s “cool” to strap on their backpacks and head out to school. But if they don’t know how to choose, load, lift and wear a pack properly – these all-important accessories can be a pain in the back.

Teaching children the importance of properly using their backpacks is key to helping them avoid injury.

Backpacks can affect your children's health Carrying a heavy load that is unevenly or improperly distributed can result in poor posture; and even distort the spinal column, throwing it out of alignment. This can cause muscle strain, headaches, back, neck and arm pain, and even nerve damage.

Prevention is key Choosing the right backpack: Go for lightweight vinyl or canvas. Pick a pack that has two wide, adjustable, padded shoulder straps, along with a hip or waist strap, padded back and plenty of pockets.

Packing it properly: Make sure your child’s pack contains only what is needed for that day, and that the weight is distributed evenly. The total weight of the filled pack should be no more than 10 to 15 percent of the wearer’s body weight.

Putting it on: Put the pack on a flat surface, at waist height. Slip on the pack, one shoulder at a time, and then adjust the straps to fit comfortably.

Wearing it right: Both shoulder straps should be used, and adjusted so that the pack fits snugly to the body, without dangling to the side.

YOUR BODY  Dr Craig Zavitz is a Canadian chiropractor registered in the Turks and Caicos Islands. He specialises in gentle manual therapies, activator, therapeutic laser, and smoking cessation. To make appointments call 941-5252 or email craig@gracebaychiro.com. For more information visit www.gracebaychiro.com.

BY Dr Craig Zavitz

You should be able to slide your hand between the backpack and your child’s back.

Your child’s backpack shouldn’t be a drag. Maintaining good back

health in youth may help prevent back problems in later life. So, pack it light and wear it right!

MD, dermatologist and author.

“The cosmetic silicone molecules are too large to penetrate or become lodged in pores and are naturally water resistant,” Bennett told us.

Rae Cosmetics (a line of makeup designed for active women) Founder Rochelle Rae says makeup worn during exercise should be oil-free,

allowing the skin to breathe.

“Oil-based cosmetics trap the sweat under the makeup, forcing it [to smear],” Rae says.

(Further makeup tips, tricks and skin care can be found at https://www.sharecare.com/ health/skin-makeup-cosmeticsuse)

Dr Craig Zavitz will be returning to Provo October 5-10th

Makeup and skin care 

What kind of makeup is best to wear while exercising?

MANY women would rather die than go to the gym without wearing makeup to keep their blemishes and dark spots covered.

So if wearing makeup while exercising is a must for you, follow this expert advice: YouBeauty Cosmetic Chemistry Expert Ni’Kita Wilson says when shopping for cosmetics that can take the heat of a vigorous workout, “look for the most transfer-resistant

makeup possible; it has a better chance of surviving your workout or physically demanding job.

“Pick a makeup with light coverage. Heavier coverage makeup has more pigment and is more likely to get caught in your pores, causing breakouts.”

Silicone-based foundations are best suited to exercise conditions, according to makeup artist Kevin James Bennett, a cosmetics expert for the International Esthetics Advisory Board of Leslie Baumann,

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Clinton emails reveal details of “incompetent” Haiti response IN THE more than 7,000 pages of Hillary Clinton’s emails released on Monday, Haiti was mentioned at least 307 times—more than Israel, Iraq and Afghanistan, and more than Russia and the U.K. combined.

The mentions highlight the importance of events in Haiti—and the Clintons’ involvement there— during the period the emails covered, from December 2009 to January 2011. In early 2010, a catastrophic magnitude-7.0 earthquake hit the Caribbean nation, causing widespread devastation.

In one email Clinton received, that was sent to “Dad” and “Mom,” Chelsea Clinton slammed the international response to the disaster. “The incompetence is mind numbing,” she wrote in a 7-page memo following a four-day visit to Haiti. “If we do not quickly change the organization, management, accountability and delivery paradigm on the ground, we could quite conceivably confront tens of thousands of children’s deaths by diarrhea, dysentery, typhoid and other water-related diseases in the near future.”

Much of Chelsea’s criticism focused on the UN and international NGOs. The UN people she encountered were “frequently out of touch,” “anachronistic at best and arrogant and incompetent at worst,” she wrote. She later added

Haiti was mentioned at least 307 times in Hillary Clinton’s emails.

that “UNICEF was the only UN agency that seemed to be universally acknowledged to be doing a good job by settlements’ residents, by Haitian doctors and by INGO partners.”

Since the disaster in 2010, the Clinton Foundation has raised more than $30 million for Haiti. But the family’s involvement dates back many more years: Over the last two decades, Hillary and former President Bill Clinton have played a critical role in the country’s politics and pushed hundreds of millions of dollars in investment, U.S. taxpayer money and aid into Haiti’s development, according to Politico.

While Hillary Clinton was with the

State Department, she visited the nation four times—the same amount of visits she paid to Afghanistan, Russia or Japan, Politico reported.

A Vocativ analysis of the thousands of emails released by the State Department on Monday found that the messages reflected how Haiti has been a focus for the Clintons. By comparison, Israel was mentioned at least 266 times, Iran was mentioned at least 253 times, while Iraq had at least 130 mentions in the massive email batch, according to a Vocativ analysis of the documents on the State Department’s website. The analysis focused on searches of specified words in the emails, which were converted from paper documents to electronic text. Some materials in the messages deemed classified appeared in redacted form, meaning those portions were not included in results of searches.

The batch of messages Vocativ analyzed is the largest the State Department has released to date.

Clinton has been criticized for having kept them on a private server, particularly as she seeks the 2016 Democratic presidential nomination.

About 150 of the emails have been retroactively classified.

Before Haiti, the United States, or “USA,” was mentioned in the messages the most—522 times.

The emails included incoming and outgoing messages, as well as many new briefs and articles. (Vocativ)

Dominica was devastated by Tropical Storm Erika.

Dominica pleads for help as storm death toll rises DOMINICA Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit is pleading with world leaders to come to the rescue of his Caribbean island nation after it was battered by a tropical storm that killed at least 31 people.

Another two dozen remain missing, including two French nationals, after Tropical Storm Erika barrelled her way through late last week. The death toll has risen steadily since the storm hit the island of 72,000.

In a message to the nation on Monday night, Skerrit said 21 nationals and two French citizens are missing.

He added: “We have written to all foreign governments for help and assistance and I can tell you that the responses that we have received thus far are tremendous.”

At the weekend, in the immediate aftermath of the worst of the storm, which also brought heavy rain to

Haiti and Cuba, the prime minister ordered the evacuation of Petite Savanne, a coastal village cut off by mudslides.

Venezuela and Trinidad and Tobago were among the countries helping the evacuation effort by providing helicopters.

The evacuations of Petite Savanne’s 750 residents was expected to be completed on Tuesday.

“We welcome the evacuation process because it has been very difficult for us and we were in a state of helplessness since we had no communication,” Johna Guiste, a tearful Petite Savanne official, told AFP. Anelta Hilaire-Francis said she has been marooned on the seashore for the past two days with her children “trying to get out of the village.”

US and UK announce humanitarian aid for storm-ravaged Dominica THE United States and the United Kingdom governments are sending personnel and humanitarian aid to assist in Dominica’s ongoing recovery effort on the heels of the destructive Tropical Storm Erika.

The US Agency for International Development (USAID), through its Office of Foreign Disaster Assistance (OFDA), said this week that it is providing disaster relief support to the storm-ravaged island.

In addition to sending a fourmember assessment team to provide initial damage assessments and needs analysis, USAID said it is in the process of providing humanitarian assistance totalling USD$50,000 for the immediate supply of storm-related disaster relief supplies.

“Working through the Dominica Red Cross, USAID will provide essential relief items to citizens in nine hard-hit areas identified by the government of Dominica,” it said.

UK’s Department for International Development (DFID),

which has committed £300,000 (US$459,751) in humanitarian aid, said it had rerouted the Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA) Lyme Bay to assist humanitarian relief efforts in the Caribbean island.

The British ship is carrying a range of disaster relief stores including bedding, shelter, torches and stretchers, as well as a Lynx Mk 8 helicopter and considerable supplies of fresh water.

Tropical Storm Erika hit Dominica last Thursday, resulting in severe flooding, landslides and wide spread infrastructure damage across the island.

RFA Lyme Bay is stationed in the Caribbean and as part of its primary tasking acts as a first responder in the event of a disaster in the region.

“It is clear that Dominica has borne the brunt of this storm, with a number of deaths already confirmed and hundreds of people made homeless. Roads, bridges and health clinics have been affected and large parts of the island are without

water and electricity,” International Development Secretary Justine Greening noted.

“Part of RFA Lyme Bay’s tasking is to respond to just this sort of emergency and the ship is already en route to assist with relief efforts.

As well as essential supplies and helicopter support, the ship can also provide vital expertise to help cleanup operations and recovery efforts.”

Victoria Dean, British High Commissioner to Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, said the UK was saddened to see the devastation the storm has had on Dominica and the government was working hard to offer the very best support it could. Other aid continues to roll in. Dominica’s Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit said Cuba is sending medical personnel and engineers to the island.

St. Kitts and Nevis has also allocated an EC$1 million (US$370,370) humanitarian relief package to assist Dominica.

(Caribbean360)

The drugs taped to the Bahamian’s legs were just some of what he was smuggling into the US.

Bahamian caught at Florida port with cocaine taped to ankles US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers arrested a Bahamian man for smuggling approximately 2.4 pounds of cocaine into the country, taped to his ankles and in his luggage.

The man, whose name was not given, had arrived at Port Everglades on a cruise ferry from his homeland.

During an inspection, CBP officers noticed he was nervously moving

items around in his luggage and they questioned him and inspected his bag. They discovered two brickshaped packages containing a white, powdery substance that tested positive for cocaine.

After patting down the man, the officers discovered additional packages of cocaine taped to his ankles. A total of 2.4 pounds of cocaine was seized.

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Former Bermudian policeman jailed for incest A FORMER police officer and “respected” athlete has been sentenced to 15 years behind bars for sexually exploiting his daughter and committing incest.

Such offences in Bermuda are “fast becoming an epidemic”, according to prosecutor Cindy Clarke — and charity Saving Children and Revealing Secrets (Scars) says the problem is being brought “out of the shadows”.

The 37-year-old Warwick man, who cannot be named because it could identify the victim, was convicted of sexual exploitation of a young person while in a position of trust and three counts of incest at a previous court appearance in June — he maintained his innocence throughout the trial, but was found guilty on all four charges by a jury.

The court heard that the abuse began in 2011, when the complainant was 15 years old, and continued on a monthly basis up until ten days before her 18th birthday.

During the sentencing on Monday in the Supreme Court, Puisne Judge

Carlisle Greaves described it as the saddest case he has had to preside over, “outside of cases involving death”.

“I say that this is a sad case because so much has been, is and will be lost because of it,” he added.

Mr Justice Greaves said the defendant was a man with a “promising and long career in the Police Service,” as well as a “promising and long-serving athlete”.

He added that the victim now has to “live with the knowledge that she has been sexually exploited by her own father”.

Ms Clarke, the deputy director of public prosecutions, said the defendant, who was a “respected policeman with almost 20 years of service”, had “shown no remorse at all”.

As she called for a six- to ten-year prison sentence, Ms Clarke said that the Island is seeing an “extraordinary increase” of such cases and that a deterrent is needed to “stunt the tumour of sexual offences in our society”.

Some of the new Antigua and Barbuda citizens who received their papers on Monday.

Hundreds with “residency gaps” receive Antigua citizenship OVER 300 nationals from around the region and internationally on Monday became citizens of Antigua and Barbuda in keeping with a promise made by the Gaston Browne administration to overlook their residency gaps once they paid all the relevant fees.

A person qualifies for Antigua and Barbuda citizenship after lawfully residing in the country for at least seven years.

During the campaign leading up to last year’s general election, the Antigua Labour Party had promised to “correct the injustice facilitated by the United Progressive Party administration which deemed those having gaps

within their residency period of not being eligible to become citizens of Antigua and Barbuda, even after living and making meaningful contributions to Antigua and Barbuda for over seven years and beyond”.

The Gaston Browne administration introduced a citizenship amnesty legislation (Immigration and passport (Amendment) Act 2015) to facilitate the granting of citizenship to those affected.

The legislation stipulated that non-nationals who, for whatever reason, had obtained gaps in their time could pay outstanding fees, making them eligible for citizenship.

(Caribbean360)

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Structural woes put Bahamas on ‘shaky ground’ THE Bahamas is “on very shaky ground” due to its failure to correct long-standing structural deficiencies in its economy, a leading private sector executive on Monday branding Moody’s decision not to downgrade this nation as “a silver lining”.

Gowon Bowe, the Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and Employers Confederation’s (BCCEC) chairman, told Tribune Business that the credit rating agency’s analysis had given some “credibility” to the Government’s fiscal reform efforts.

Yet, while Moody’s had opted for a “glass half full” assessment of the Bahamian economy, Mr Bowe warned that every passing day without resolution at Baha Mar brought this nation closer to reduced future growth expectations.

And while the rating agency had praised the Government for exceeding its initial Value-Added Tax (VAT) and fiscal consolidation targets, the Chamber chief said it had joined S&P in noting the economy’s structural weaknesses.

“It gave a little bit of credibility to the growth and performance we’ve had up to this point, but it is very shaky ground,” Mr Bowe told Tribune Business.

“Despite VAT and other developments, we’ve not turned around the structural deficiencies that would lead to lead to sustained growth and sustained prosperity.”

Detailing these structural weaknesses, Moody’s said: “Other important issues facing the Bahamas involve the labour market, household

leverage (debt), and ease-of-doing business.

“With unemployment remaining relatively high, mainly due to structural considerations, and considering the debt overhang of households, private consumption and residential investment will likely remain depressed.

“The liberalisation of the labour market as well as measures aimed at fostering employment of youth, who suffer from higher unemployment rates, could provide some relief. The Government is also in talks with banks in order to seek ways to reduce non-performing loans and kick-start private credit again.”

Referring to the Bahamas’ consistent slump in the World Bank’s ‘Ease of Doing Business’ rankings, Moody’s added: “The Bahamas ranks 97th out 189 economies. While it has improved in terms of paying taxes (it went from 47th in 2014 to 31st), it still lags on starting a business (95th); dealing with construction permits (92nd); registering property (179th); getting credit (131st); and enforcing contracts (125th).”

Mr Bowe on Monday said the reports by both Moody’s and Standard & Poor’s (S&P) had highlighted the need for the Bahamas to develop a long-term economic development strategy to ensure it “stayed the course”.

“What we now see is a need for that National Development Plan,” Mr Bowe said, referring to the Government-initiated project that is currently consulting with Bahamians throughout the country.

“It will give us a long-term strategy

paper. With it, there will be bumps in the road but we can stay the course.

Currently, we don’t know if we have been thrown off course if we hit one of these bumps, as we are not sure what direction we’re driving in.

“The rating agencies have highlighted the need for a long-term strategic plan, and hopefully that plan is the National Development Plan.”

Mr Bowe described as “a silver lining, if you will” Moody’s decision not to follow S&P’s lead and downgrade this nation’s sovereign credit rating itself.

While this was “very important” in breaking the cycle of downgrades, the Chamber chief added that Moody’s was still warning of reduced medium term growth with Baha Mar “on the backburner”.

“We need to somehow get the flame burning beneath it, so it’s not sitting in the back,” Mr Bowe told Tribune Business.

He added that both credit rating agencies would be “working back” timelines to assess the growth rates this nation would need to achieve, and when, to avoid further action on its sovereign creditworthiness.

“Every day that passes without agreement and the commencement of construction pushes us closer to that trigger line,” the Chamber chairman said of Baha Mar. With the international credit rating agencies applying close scrutiny to the Bahamas, Mr Bowe warned politicians and policymakers that they would be held accountable for their words and deeds, as “our every move has a ripple effect”.

(Tribune242)

‘Bank’ email part of phishing scam in Cayman RECENT emails purporting to be from Cayman National Bank or CIBC FirstCaribbean International Bank are part of a phishing scam, asking individuals to click on a link in an attempt to acquire personal information.

The emails, which include digitally imitated logos of the banks, request users to click on a link to update their accounts. They include the “warning” that “any account owner that refuses to update their account after receiving this email will lose their account permanently.”

Individuals who receive these emails should not click on the link and should report the emails to the banks immediately, authorities said.

Raymond Christian with the Financial Crime Unit of the Royal Cayman Islands Police Service said the banks have been made aware of the phishing scams, and that police are investigating.

One of the fake emails reads:

“As part of our security measures, we regularly update all accounts on our database system. We are unable to update your FirstCaribbean Bank account and therefore will be closing your accounts to enable the upgrade.

“You have been sent this invitation because our records indicate you are currently a user whose account has not been activated. We are therefore sending you this mail so you can inform us if you still want to use this account.”

In some cases, individuals who are not account holders with the banks received these emails.

Both banks have statements on their websites warning against such scams.

On the main page of its online banking site, CIBC FirstCaribbean notes to customers that it “never emails them to verify confidential information online.”

The bank also has a fraudulent email and phishing email warning,

and asks customers who think they have been targeted by phishing to contact the bank.

“We would wish to inform customers that when they receive any info by email like that they should immediately view it with suspicion,” said Debra King, director of corporate communications for CIBC FirstCaribbean. “We do not ever ask customers to click through and provide any personal account information.”

Ms. King said that such phishing scams come up from “time to time” and as soon as the bank is made aware of such scams, it begins investigating and attempts to put a stop to them.

“It’s something that we have to be eternally vigilant about,” Ms. King said.

Under the “Privacy and Security” section of its website, CIBC FirstCaribbean has a page for Online Fraud Reporting and Alerts where it posts examples of recent email scams.

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Ashley Callingbull is the first native Mrs. Universe

ASHLEY Callingbull, a 25-yearold from the Enoch Cree Nation in Alberta, Canada, on Saturday became the first native woman and the first Canadian to ever win the Mrs. Universe pageant. The Mrs. Universe pageant (not to be confused with the Miss Universe pageant of Donald Trump ownership and infamy) honours the beauty and accomplishments of married women.

Callingbull is a dancer, model, actress and former Miss Canada who currently stars in the Aboriginal Peoples’ Television Network show “Blackstone.”

Callingbull originally planned to compete in the Miss Universe pageant but switched to the Mrs. Universe pageant after getting married in February. Although her legal name -- and Instagram handle -- is now Ashley Burnham, the Mrs. Universe winner still uses her maiden name professionally.

This year’s Mrs. Universe Pageant took place in Minsk, Belarus, and focused on how domestic violence hurts women and children. In both the United States and Canada, native women and children face epidemic levels of violence, an issue that Callingbull is all too familiar with.

In a 2012 interview with the

Taylor Swift is accused of not having enough Africans in her video.

Swift accused of channelling colonialism in ‘Wildest Dreams’ Ashey Callingbull is a dancer, model, actress and former Miss Canada who currently stars in the Aboriginal Peoples’ Television Network show “Blackstone.”

Spruce Grove Examiner, Callingbull recalled growing up in poverty on the Enoch and Ermineskin Cree reserves, and watching her mother endure an abusive relationship with her then-stepfather.

Despite the hardship, Callingbull is proud of the Cree communities she comes from. During the pageant’s national outfit parade, she donned a gorgeous traditional jingle dress -- commonly worn by dancers at native powwow celebrations -- with a beaded belt, hair ties and crown made by her friend Dabney Warren, all in maple leaf red and white. For her talent, she sang a traditional

Cree song while wearing a white buckskin dress made by nativeowned label Lyn Kay Designs of the Shxw’owhámel First Nation in Hope, British Columbia.

Amidst the whirlwind of media coverage and excitement following her trailblazing achievement for native women and Canadians, Callingbull spoke candidly with CBC about the challenges she has faced as a native woman.

On Twitter, she said she’d continue to use the spotlight to shed light on Canada’s national crisis of missing and murdered indigenous women.

WHILE many fans are talking about the steamy chemistry between Taylor Swift and Scott Eastwood in her new music video, the singer is taking heat for an altogether different reason.

Swift is accused of channelling colonialism in the video for her single ‘Wildest Dreams’. In it, she portrays an actress shooting a film with the handsome Eastwood (Clint’s son) in Africa. There’s plenty of wildlife and passionate kisses set against a stunning landscape, but it’s what’s missing that has some folks buzzing.

“The singer debuted her vid for ‘Wildest Dreams’ at the VMAs Sunday night, and even the most casual observer would have noticed that -- for a clip that’s set in Africa -- it’s about as white as a Sunday

morning farmer’s market,” Nico Lang writes for The Daily Dot. “The video wants to have its old-school Hollywood romance but ends up eating some old-school Hollywood racism, too.”

Lauren Duca of the Huffington Post writes that the video “sure felt a lot like some harkening back to white colonialism.”

Swift is also being taken to task on social media.

But the video’s director, Joseph Kahn, says the clip is not about colonialism but a love story on the set of a film being shot in Africa, circa 1950. He says it was inspired by such classic movie romances as “The African Queen” and “Out of Africa.”

Donald Trump defends Kanye West’s presidential dreams AS soon as Kanye West announced he’d run for President on Sunday at the MTV VMA awards, people started comparing him to a figure just as polarising — current Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump.

Trump, who has dominated Republican polls since he announced his candidacy, would normally seem like a long shot because of his loudmouth personality, and snarky attitude — traits that West also holds dear.

But Trump has proved a lot of people wrong, giving hope for celebrities like West to actually have a chance in future campaigns.

In a recent interview with Rolling Stone, Trump said he didn’t “quite get” the comparisons between him and the hip-hop mogul, but hopes West makes a future presidential run.

“I hope to run against him someday,” he said. “He’s a nice guy.”

Trump also sarcastically hinted that he inspired West’s 2020 run: “I said, ‘That’s very interesting. I wonder who gave him that idea?’”

Adding, “He’s said very nice things

Clarissa Mara Molina Contreras, 23, celebrates after being crowned as Miss Dominican Republic 2015 in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic on August 30, 2015.

Molina will represent the country in the Miss Universe.

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Molina is Miss Dominican Republic

Kayne West announced his presidential dreams of running in 2020 at the MTV VMA awards.

about me in the past ... extremely positive things.”

Eugene Craig, a 24-year-old political activist from Maryland who started a PAC for West not even 24-hours after he announced, told Business Insider on Tuesday that West would be better for the

Republican party than Trump.

“In the age of Donald Trump anything is possible,” Craig said.

“And if I compared Trump and West you have one person who would shrink the Republican Party and one person who would expand it — it’s something worth looking at.”

DOMINICAN beauty queen Clarissa Molina might have lost the “Nuestra Belleza Latina” crown to countrywoman Francisca Lachapel, but that didn’t stop her from pursuing her dreams. Though she was unable to snatch the NBL title in 2015, Molina was able to become the newly crowned Miss Dominican Republic, representing her country in the 2015 Miss Universe pageant. “We won,”

she happily expressed herself on Twitter. “My beloved Osmel Sousa, we will see each other again, but this time for Miss Universe,” she added.

Molina won the title on August 30th in the Caribbean island. “The timing of God is perfect, and he has brought me to my country to be crowned with the crown that I’ve wished for since I was a little girl,” she stated on Instagram.

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Controversial metro cards featuring porn star become popular in Taiwan A CAUTIONARY tale for public transport officials around the world who might be considering using adult film stars to spice up their marketing plans.

A set of sexy pre-paid swipe cards featuring Japanese adult video star Yui Hatano has proven to be both popular and controversial in Taipei.

The drama all started August 26, when Taiwanese card producer EasyCard announced that it had teamed up with the popular actress for a limited edition set of the stored value cards, used to pay for rides on the city’s metro and buses and small convenience store purchases.

According to the Taipei Times, the move drew much criticism from the public, particularly among parents, educators and women’s advocacy groups.

Some critics -- including Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je, whose government holds 40% of the swipe card company -- complained that the cards would be available at major convenience store chains, making

Japanese actress and model Yui Hatano, 27, has appeared in over a dozen adult films.

them easily accessible to children.

In a statement posted on its website, EasyCard apologised for the controversy and said the cards would only be sold via a phone line.

In response to the public outcry, Hatano issued a statement in Japanese and Chinese.

“Just because I’m an adult video star, does that mean I can’t participate in charity activities and contribute to society? Can’t I use action to repay the love for me from Taiwan?”

Online images of the set show two versions of the stored value cards -an “Angel” and a “Demon.”

There is no nudity in either image, one of which features Hatano wearing white, the other black.

Controversy aside, it would appear some have no problems carrying around Hatano’s image in their wallets.

On September 1, EasyCard announced the 15,000 available cards had already sold out by 4:18 a.m. local time, just four hours after phone lines opened.

The ‘Love Bug’ star is reported to have died from Parkinson’s disease.

Dean Jones, star of ‘Love Bug’ dies at 84 DEAN Jones, the go-to Disney actor whose films included “The Love Bug,” “The Million Dollar Duck,” “That Darn Cat!” and “The Shaggy D.A.,” died Tuesday, according to his publicist. Jones was 84.

The cause of death was Parkinson’s disease, according to publicist Richard Hoffman.

Jones made his film debut in

1956’s “Somebody Up There Likes Me,” which starred Paul Newman as boxer Rocky Graziano. The next year he appeared in the Elvis Presley movie “Jailhouse Rock.”

He also starred on Broadway in such works as “There Was a Little Girl,” with Jane Fonda, and the hit “Under the Yum-Yum Tree,” also starring in the 1963 Jack Lemmon film.

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Elba responds to ‘too street’ Bond comments WHILE the internet got angry at Anthony Horowitz’s comments about the possibility of Idris Elba playing Bond, Idris himself stayed quiet.

Until now that is.

“Always Keep Smiling!!

It takes no energy and never hurts! Learned that from the Street!!” with a smilie face added to the post and he said #septemberstillloveyou.

Elba has long been touted as a possible successor to Daniel Craig as the fictional secret service agent.

However, that’s never been confirmed by those behind the franchise.

Speculation was fuelled after Sony’s emails were leaked online with the discovery a senior executive at Sony said he should play 007.

And the actor himself has said he “feels like a national

Elba has long been touted as a possible successor to Daniel Craig as the fictional secret service agent.

treasure” being associated with Bond speculation.

Author Anthony Horowitz has now apologised for saying he thought Idris Elba was “too street” to be the next James Bond after a storm on social media.

Horowitz, who has written

a new James Bond book, made his comments about Elba best known for his roles in Luther and The Wire - to the Mail on Sunday.

But fans of the franchise and Idris Elba didn’t take kindly to his comments to them.

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Gibson will not be charged over photographer ‘fracas’ MEL Gibson will not be charged over allegations that he pushed and verbally abused a female photographer in Sydney.

“At this stage, based on the evidence gathered, no formal action will be taken,’’ said a statement by New South Wales police.

Photographer Kristi Miller complained to police about an incident outside a cinema on 23 August, saying she thought Gibson was “going to punch me”.

The actor’s publicist said the star was “satisfied” at the police decision.

Gibson’s lawyer in Sydney, Christopher Murphy, was informed of the police decision not to press charges on Thursday.

“Mel Gibson has totally denied from the onset these disgraceful allegations,’’ said a statement issued by publicists Rogers and Cowan.

“He is now satisfied that

The 59-year-old actor had “totally denied” allegations that he pushed the 39-year-old photographer.

the police, after speaking to witnesses and reviewing CCTV footage and other evidence, have found there is no substance to the claim.”

The Daily Telegraph’s Miller, 39, claimed Gibson launched into a tirade after she took pictures of the actor and his 24-year-old girlfriend, Rosalind Ross, leaving an

Israeli Film Festival screening at the Palace Verona Cinema in a suburb of Sydney on Sunday 23 August.

The Braveheart director, who fell out of favour in Hollywood after a series of public outbursts, is currently shooting World War II drama Hacksaw Ridge in Australia.

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Entertainment Academy critic Spike Lee to get honorary Oscar SPIKE Lee, probably the most famous black filmmaker in the history of American cinema and long an outspoken critic of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, will be presented with an honorary Oscar at the Academy’s seventh Governors Awards on November 14, the organisation announced Thursday. At 58, Lee is the youngest male tapped for an honorary Oscar -- which historically has been something of a lifetime achievement award -- since one went to 46-year-old “Planet of the Apes” makeup artist John Chambers in 1969.

Now the question is: what will he say when accepting the honour?

Lee’s long and complicated relationship with the Academy dates back 32 years. In 1983, he won a Student Academy Award for “Joe’s Bed-Stuy Barbershop: We Cut Heads,” his NYU thesis film, which helped to put him on the map.

Just a few years later, his films “She’s Gotta Have It” (1986), which premiered at

Cannes and won the best first feature Indie Spirit Award, and “School Daze” (1988) made him a major player on the indie scene. And then came “Do the Right Thing.”

The 1989 dramedy, which chronicles simmering racial tensions that eventually boil over on a block in Brooklyn, premiered at the Cannes Film Festival in May — and, despite a rapturous reception, ended

up receiving not a single prize, to the shock of many and the vocal displeasure of Lee. When it opened in the U.S. in June, it sparked nationwide debate, discussion and further awards buzz. (The Los Angeles Film Critics chose the film as its best picture and Lee as its best director.)

But when Oscar nominations were announced a few months later, Lee again

Spike Lee has had a 32-year complicated relationship with the Academy.

The house was designed by architect William Nicholson and built in 1976 to experiment with new building materials and techniques.

Bay Area’s iconic ‘Flintstones house’ is on the market priced at $4.2 million IF YOU’VE ever dreamed of living just like Fred, Wilma and family, now’s your chance.

An iconic building nicknamed the ‘Flintstones house’ is now on the market for a cool $4.2 million.

The unusual house is perched on a hillside overlooking Interstate 280 just outside San Francisco and has been listed by Alain Pinel Realtors.

“Everyone knows the

building driving on 280, but when they come inside, they’re in awe,” listing agent Judy Meuschke told NBC Bay Area.

And of the asking price, Meuschke said: “We felt that’s a pretty good price for a landmark.”

Meuschke says the homeowner, who wanted to remain private, is simply “moving on” after 19 years of living in the house.

She added: “You can see by her artwork and her furnishings and the things she collected that she loved this place.”

Meuschke is showing the home by appointment only and doesn’t plan on hosting any open house events.

With three bedrooms and two baths, the 2,730-squarefoot home last sold in September 1996 for $800,000.

was left disappointed: the only acknowledgement of “Do the Right Thing” came in the categories of best supporting actor (Danny

Aiello) and best original screenplay (for Lee). Adding insult to injury, the film that landed the most nominations — and ultimately won best

picture — was “Driving Miss Daisy,” a film directed by a white man about a servile black man catering to a bigoted white woman.

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Pope Francis says all priests can forgive women who’ve had abortions POPE Francis shook up the Catholic world -- again -- on Tuesday by announcing that priests around the world will be authorised to forgive the “sin of abortion” when the church begins a “Year of Mercy” this December.

“The forgiveness of God cannot be denied to one who has repented,” the Pope said, adding that he has met “many women” scarred by the “agonizing and painful” decision to have an abortion.

Francis’ announcement will give all priests full authority to absolve Catholics contrite about their role in a procedure that the church considers a grave “moral evil.” In the United States, many priests already have that power, but Vatican officials portrayed Tuesday’s announcement as “a widening of the church’s mercy.”

“What’s new is that Pope Francis, at least for the Year of Mercy, is universalising this permission,” said the Rev. James Martin, a Jesuit priest and editor-at-large at America magazine in New York.

“Just as notable is his pastoral, compassionate and understanding tone towards women who have had abortions.”

The Pope’s policy does not change church doctrine and applies only to the Year of Mercy,

Caption: The migrants flooding Europe mark a wave of global displacement not seen since World War II.

Pope Francis said that he sympathises with “women who have resorted to abortion,” believing that they have no other option. “I am well aware of the pressure that has led them to this decision.”

a centuries-old Catholic practice during which believers may receive special indulgences for their sins. The mercy year begins on December 8 and runs through November 20, 2016. Vatican officials said it is possible the pontiff will allow the abortion policy to continue in perpetuity.

In his short statement, the Pope said he sympathises with “women who have resorted to abortion,” believing that they have no other option. “I am well aware of the pressure that has led them to this decision.”

The Catechism of the Catholic Church says that person who procures an abortion incurs automatic excommunication, a penalty that often only a bishop can lift. Some experts in the Catholic canon law expressed confusion about the practical effects of the Pope’s announcement.

Edward Peters, a canon lawyer at Sacred Heart Major Seminary in Detroit, said Francis’ statement seems to assume that the “sin” of abortion and the “crime” of abortion are treated equally under church law.

‘Certainty’ that Reunion debris from MH370, French official says A PIECE of debris that washed up on the shore of Reunion Island in July was part of Malaysia Airlines Flight 370, the Paris prosecutor’s office said Thursday, backing up a statement that Malaysia’s Prime Minister made weeks ago.

Following the analysis of the debris, it is “possible to say with certainty that the flaperon discovered on the Reunion Island on July 29 2015 corresponds to the one on MH370,” the prosecutor’s office said in a statement.

The Malaysian Prime Minister said a few weeks ago that the debris clearly is from MH370, which disappeared with 239 people aboard in March 2014. Investigators in France had said there were “very strong presumptions” that the debris, called a flaperon, was from MH370, but that further testing was needed to say that with ironclad confidence.

In the early hours of March 8, 2014, Flight 370 took off from Kuala Lumpur International Airport in Malaysia en route to Beijing, with 239 passengers and crew on board.

At 1:19 a.m., as the Boeing 777200ER was flying over the South China Sea, Malaysian air traffic

The Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 disappeared with 239 passengers on board in March of 2014.

controllers radioed the crew to contact controllers in Ho Chi Minh City for the onward flight through Vietnamese airspace.

The crew’s acknowledgment of the request was the last thing ever heard from MH370: “Good night Malaysian three-seven-zero.”

Shortly afterward, air traffic controllers in Malaysia lost contact with the plane somewhere over the sea between Malaysia and Vietnam.

The aircraft’s transponder, which

identifies the plane and relays details like altitude and speed to controllers, stopped transmitting.

MH370 seemingly disappeared without a trace.

Malaysian authorities revealed later that military radar had tracked the plane as it turned back to the west and flew across the Malaysian Peninsula, up the Strait of Malacca, before flying out of radar range at 2:14 a.m. and vanishing once again.

(CNN)

Europe struggles to respond to worsening migrant crisis EUROPEAN leaders clamoured for a swifter response to the migrant crisis this week as a spate of recent tragedies brought the worsening situation into the global spotlight.

Germany and France reached an agreement Thursday and called for Europe-wide migrant quotas, saying that each country in the European Union needs to “share the tasks,” Bloomberg reports.

“Germany is doing what is morally and legally required of us, no more and no less,” German Chancellor Angela Merkel said Thursday. “That’s why this problem concerns all of us in Europe.”

Another recent decision by Germany highlights the challenges this crisis poses to the entire region: Germany announced that it would allow Syrian refugees to stay and apply for asylum rather than be deported to the European country where they first arrived. Germany’s decision conflicts with the Dublin Regulation, an E.U. rule that says refugees must stay in their initial European country of arrival until their asylum claims are processed. The call for countryby-country quotas would address a problem arising under the Dublin Regulation, in which nations like Italy and Greece, which are the easiest to access by the Mediterranean, end up bearing the brunt of the burden.

British Prime Minister David Cameron also weighed in on the issue Thursday, saying, “Britain is a moral nation and we will fulfill our moral responsibilities,” BBC reports.

Cameron referenced the disturbing photograph of a drowned 3-year-old boy washed up on the beach, which went viral online Thursday. The boy was one of 12 migrants who drowned trying to reach a Greek island from the Turkish coast on Wednesday, and the shocking photograph is putting further pressure on European governments to address the crisis.

Cameron said “as a father [he] felt deeply moved” by the image.

But not all countries in Europe are in agreement on how to handle the influx of refugees. Some countries reject Germany and France’s quotas proposal, including Hungary, which called the migrant crisis a “German problem” during a tense standoff at the Keleti Railway Terminus this week. Two-thousand migrants had been stopped by Hungarian authorities from traveling further into Europe, many wanting to go to Germany.

Hungary reopened the train station Thursday, but held an emergency session of Parliament to debate its role in the migrant crisis. Hungary has also erected a barbed wire fence along its border with Syria, where many refugees enter the country.

Police hunt for suspects in death of man punched in head in Brooklyn A 42-year-old man was punched in the head and hit the ground hard during a brutal beatdown in Brooklyn, police said Wednesday.

Jose Guzman, who lived just down the block, was knocked over by the jab during a fight on Gates Ave. near Myrtle Ave. in Bushwick around 4 a.m. Aug. 24, cops said.

He hit his head on the ground and was rushed to the hospital in critical condition.

He succumbed to his injuries Monday, cops said.

On Wednesday, cops released surveillance footage of two men wanted for questioning in the incident.

In a similar incident on Sunday, Jose Lucero, 30, died after he was punched and struck his head on a Bronx street following a dispute over a scratched car.

His attacker was nabbed soon afterward. (NYDailynews)

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European court says minimum alcohol pricing ‘could break trade rules’

Otto Perez Molina had been in power since January 2012.

Guatemala’s President Otto Perez Molina resigns Guatemalan President Otto Perez Molina has resigned hours after a judge issued a warrant for his arrest.

Prosecutors accuse Mr Perez Molina of masterminding a scheme to defraud the customs service of millions of dollars. He denies the allegations.

On Tuesday, Congress stripped him of his immunity from prosecution, a first in the Central American nation.

A spokesman said Mr Perez Molina had decided to step down to “confront the proceedings against him”.

Mr Perez Molina’s resignation comes just days before Sunday’s presidential election, in which he was barred from standing under constitutional rules.

Vice-President Alejandro Maldonado is expected to govern until the new president is sworn in on 14 January.

Mr Maldonado has only been in the post since mid-May, when his predecessor Roxana Baldetti

resigned.

Ms Baldetti is accused of involvement in the same corruption scheme which Mr Perez Molina allegedly masterminded.

Investigators say the scheme, dubbed La Linea, or The Line, involved businesses paying bribes to government officials and custom officers in return for being allowed to evade import duties.

The corruption scandal has triggered a series of mass protests in Guatemala and widespread calls for Mr Perez Molina to resign.

But until Wednesday night, the president had stood firm, saying he would serve out his term.

His spokesman said Mr Perez Molina had handed in his letter of resignation just before midnight local time.

Congress still has to approve his resignation before it comes into force.

Local media said Mr Perez Molina’s current whereabouts were unknown.

Two women brawl on plane at JFK, razor and pepper spray used CALL it Jet Black and Blue.

Two women brawled on a JetBlue flight landing at Kennedy Airport Wednesday morning — a fight that left a good Samaritan slashed and six passengers sickened by pepper spray fumes, officials said.

Flight 960 from Kingston, Jamaica, had just landed at the Queens airport at 8:45 a.m. when 61-year-old Jean Ballentine, of Brooklyn, who had the window seat on row 21, tried to climb over 52-year-old Mary Cannady of Linden, N.J., who was sitting next to her.

Cannady pushed Ballentine away, who punched her in the face, according to Port Authority spokesman Joe Pentangelo.

A good Samaritan tried to intervene when Ballentine lashed

out with an eyebrow razor, cutting the man’s elbow.

As the three scuffled, Cannady pulled out a canister of mace and sprayed it at Ballentine, giving everyone nearby a dose of noxious chemicals, officials said.

Port Authority police were called to the plane and took both Ballentine and Cannady into custody.

Seven people were treated for difficulty breathing, Pentangelo said.

Ballentine was charged with assault, criminal possession of a weapon and criminal mischief.

Cannady was charged with possession of tear gas. It was not immediately clear how she got the pepper spray onto the plane, officials said.

PLANS to introduce a minimum unit price for alcohol in Scotland risk infringing EU rules on free trade, according to an initial ruling by Europe’s top court.

The European Court of Justice (ECJ) said it would only be legal if it could be shown no other mechanism - such as raising taxes - could deliver the desired public health benefits.

In 2012, MSPs passed legislation which set a minimum unit price of 50p.

But the Scottish Whisky Association (SWA) challenged the proposals.

It argued that the legislation acted as a barrier to trade.

The legal bid was initially rejected by judge Lord Doherty at the Court of Session in Edinburgh in 2013.

But following an appeal hearing, the case was referred to the European court in Luxembourg last year.

In an Opinion released on Thursday, the court’s advocate general Yves Bot said a minimum unit pricing (MUP) system risked infringing the principle of the free movement of goods and would only be legal if it could be shown that no other mechanism was capable of achieving the desired result of protecting public health.

He stated that “a Member State can choose rules imposing a minimum retail price of alcoholic beverages, which restricts trade within the European Union and distorts competition, rather than increased taxation of those products, only on condition that it shows that the measure chosen presents additional advantages or fewer disadvantages by comparison with the alternative

The case was referred to the European Court of Justice in Luxembourg for its opinion last year.

measure”.

The Scottish government, which has argued that minimum pricing is vital to address Scotland’s “unhealthy relationship with drink”, has been unable to implement the policy while the legal process is ongoing.

It is understood that ministers regard the European court’s preliminary ruling as “better than expected” as it “does not preclude” minimum pricing.

The Scotch Whisky Association welcomed the advocate general’s opinion.

Chief executive David Frost said: “The opinion encourages us in our long-held view that MUP is illegal when there are less trade-restrictive measures available.

“We await the Court of Justice’s final ruling.”

The European court is expected to take up to six months to issue its final ruling, before the case is

referred back to the Court of Session in Edinburgh.

Linda Bauld, Professor of Health Policy at Stirling University’s Institute for Social Marketing, said raising the price of alcohol in Scotland would save lives.

Professor Bauld told BBC Radio Scotland’s Good Morning Scotland programme: “The reason the Scottish Parliament passed this measure is that there is strong and clear evidence that increased price reduces both hazardous drinking and alcohol problems.

“It is really unfortunate that we have had this delay because of this legal case.

“We know that since minimum pricing was passed in the Scottish Parliament, around 2,500 Scots have died because of alcohol. If we could raise the minimum price, we know we could save some lives and also the other harm caused by alcohol in Scotland.”

Florida woman offered three officers oral sex to dropped charges IT WAS an offer not one, but three officers could refuse.

A Florida woman arrested for drunken driving and possession of marijuana and cocaine offered repeatedly to perform oral sex on three different officers if they would drop the charges, authorities said, according to an arrest affidavit provided to the Daily News.

But when the cops rejected her offer for an impromptu plea bargain she was hit with three counts of bribery.

Arielle Engert, 24, was pulled over at 2:48 a.m. Monday in Pinellas County and charged with drunken driving. She allegedly failed a series of field sobriety tests and her blood alcohol level was .162, which is more than twice the legal limit, police said.

She also admitted she had a bag of marijuana in her purse.

While being processed for the two

Florida police added three counts of bribery to the charges for Arielle Engert when she allegedly offered three deputies oral sex if they dropped the charges against her.

crimes, she allegedly tried to play let’s make a deal with Deputy Brian Sudbrink and offered to perform fellatio and other sex acts if he dropped the charges, police said.

But it didn’t work and she was taken to the county jail where officers discovered a small bag of cocaine in the right side of her bra. That added felony charges of narcotics possession and introduction of contraband into a detention facility.

Undeterred from her initial rejection she then offered the same deal to deputies Obed Munoz and Eric Biddle.

But when she was rejected again police added three counts of bribery to her rap sheet.

Engert, who is seen smiling in her booking photo, was released after posting $5,150 bond, Tuesday.

She will appear in court on Sept. 24.

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PASA or IKO Kite boarding Instructor(s) required to provide kite-boarding instruction, lead kite-board excursions, and conduct all required kite equipment maintenance.

Commission based salary, 6-days per week for a minimum of 6-hrs per day.

Only experienced and qualified instructors need apply. Send resumes to info@ bigblueunlimited.com The deadline for applications is 11th September 2015. Positions start in November 2015.

Please e-mail your CV and any additional references to HR@tciautogroup.com.

Qualified applicants only will be contacted for an interview.

TURKS AND CAICOS ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT LTD.

LANDFILL SUPERVISOR

DESCRIPTION: • Employee will supervise daily operations at the two new sanitary landfills on Providenciales and Grand Turk • The areas of oversight will include but not be limited to: laying out daily active face specifications, ensuring proper compaction, slope ratios and stability, overseeing environmental controls such as erosion, vectors, odor and noise, safety oversight, employee and equipment oversight,, adherence to design and fill plans

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REQUIREMENTS: • Work experience minimum of 10 years of experience in sanitary landfills operations with US EPA Subtitle D or equivalent procedures • Required Certifications: SWANA Solid Waste, Machinery Operators, Landfill Operator Certification • References required

Contact: Adria Enriquet 649-244-4829

CAICEDO PUB HOUSE

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DESMOND HANDFIELD

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DEREK STUBBS

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MARINE BIOLOGIST

Looking for persons with experience and qualifications in the field of Marine Biology to join Big Blue’s team of eco-tour guides and dive instructors. Applicants must have experience in tropical waters and be able to lead educational kayak, paddleboard, snorkel and sightseeing eco-adventures. Applicants must have a First Aid and CPR certificate and have the personality for sales, public relations and education. Applicants with boat driving experience, and STCW’95/TCI boat captain’s license preferred and will enjoy a better salary. Starting salary of approximately $2200 per month. Please drop resume and cover letter to Big Blue at the Leeward Marina between the hours of 8am to 5pm or e-mail to info@bigblueunlimited.com You will be contacted for an interview if required and the deadline for applications is 19th September 2015. Positions start in November 2015.

ACTIVITY SALES COORDINATOR AND BOOKEEPERS

Looking for energetic and outgoing activity sales staff and/or book-keepers to work in a fun and thriving Eco-tourism Adventure Company. The applicant must have a minimum of 3-years of experience with sales, reservations in the tourism industry and have superior PR, computer, finance, phone etiquette and organizational skills. Preference will be given to anyone with formal accounting and/or bookkeeping qualifications and experience. All applicants must be presentable, articulate, and be able to work long and flexible hours. Weekends are mandatory. Wages/Salary relevant with experience.

Please drop resume and cover letter to Big Blue at the Leeward Marina between the hours of 8am to 5pm or e-mail to info@bigblueunlimited.com. You will be contacted for an interview if required and the deadline for applications is 19th September 2015.

Positions start October 2015

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PRESTIGE BEAUTY SALON AND BOUTIQUE Is looking for the following:

To work 6 days per week salary $6.25 per hour. contact: 243-0948 11261

2 Hairstylists 1 Nail Technician Salary $6.25 per hour must be willing to work 6 days per week.

Contact: 241-3943

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domestic worker

RODSTON ADAMS Is looking for a

barber To work 6 days per week salary $6.25 per hour.

contact: 4414166 or 432-4166 11260

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NOTICE OF SALE BY PUBLIC AUCTION Kazazian Capital Master Fund, LP of 712 Fifth Avenue, Floor 31 New York, New York 10019 hereby give notice of their intention to sell by Public Auction the following land pursuant to their power of sale as registered Chargee under the Registered Land Ordinance of the Turks and Caicos Islands CAP 9.01:

Parcel 61103/129, Long Bay Hills, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands.

The Property is an ocean front three (2) story residential home on approximately 1.03 acre of land.

Registered Proprietors: Leon Rozenfeld and Beachfront Properties Ltd The auction will be held at the offices of Karam & Missick attorneys, P.O. Box 926, A 201 & A 202 Regent Village, Grace Bay, Providenciales, at 10 o’clock in the morning on Friday the 11th day of September, 2015.

A reserve price will be fixed on the Property. A deposit of 10% is due immediately upon all accepted bids.

Unit G203, 2ND Floor , Regent Village West, Grace Bay, P.O Box 641, Providenciales Turks & Caicos Islands Cell: 649 331-3890 Tel: 649 946-8504 Fax: 649 946 8506 Email: bsd@tciway.tc

Building Services Design Ltd. is currently seeking suitably qualified individuals to fill the following positions.

MECHANICAL ENGINEER

The successful applicant must be a member of American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) and competent in the design of HVAC systems: Duties shall include preparation of standard detail drawings including sections and isometrics of various mechanical services such as HVAC, plumbing, sanitary, sprinkler systems, swimming pools etc. using Auto CAD software.

Terms and Conditions of Sale by Auction are available by request from Karam & Missick (649) 9415082.

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All applicants must be familiar with USA Codes and Regulations and should be a member of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)

REVIT MANAGER/COORDINATOR REQUIRED

The successful applicant must be competent in the design of electrical systems: Power generation and distribution of power supply, performing electrical calculations, sizing equipment and performing computer analysis of alternate systems; must also be competent in the design of fire alarm systems and communication systems using the latest Auto Cad software.

All applicants must have extensive experience in the installation of, including testing and commissioning of the electrical and mechanical services.

Applicants should have a minimum of 5 (five) years experience and a proven design track record on projects for condominium complexes, hotels, commercial and industrial facilities and residential dwellings.

It is essential that all applicants must have a degree in his/her field obtained from a recognized University and registered with his/her respective Engineering Council/Commission. The successful applicants must have the technical experience for solving design solutions and can work unsupervised in the preparation and issuing of mechanical and electrical design drawings. All applications will be considered from suitably qualified candidates who should forward a copy of their resume including relevant experience to the email/fax address below.

Deadline for Application is September 23rd, 2015 Please fax your application to: - 649-946-8506 – Building Services Design Ltd. Email: accounts@bsd.tc

Or mail to: P.O Box 641 Providenciales Turks and Caicos Islands

An experienced individual is required for the following role: Job Summary • The successful applicant will be expected to establish Revit standards of operation, procedures and details throughout the office.

• This will include establishment of templates, databases, libraries, drawing standards and working process guidelines for the operation of the office • Training and ongoing management of all individuals in the use of Revit.

Essential Skills/Experience

• Minimum 5 years post-qualification drafting and design work experience using Revit software.

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in training and managing staff in the use of Revit software • Excellent skills in Revit Architecture 2014, Autodesk 2015 Building Design Suite, Microsoft Access and Excel a pre-requisite.

• Minimum 2 year College Diploma in a relevant discipline.

• Knowledge of BIM processes/best practice and proof of relevant training undertaken • A strong background in database management a pre-requisite • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate well with others.

• Ability to work unsupervised and multi-task.

Salary rated according to experience, between $3k & $4.5k per month.

Interested applicants should contact Mr. C Davies via e-mail by September 12th 2015 with current CV to info@coasttci.com or in writing to the address below.

Only applicants meeting the minimum requirements listed above will be contacted for interview within 5 days of receipt of their application.

Please copy application to: Labour Commissioner Providenciales Turks and Caicos Islands 11238

Only suitably qualified Turks & Caicos Islanders need apply.

Coast Architects, 82 Cherokee Road, PO Box 941, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands

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NOTICE Regulation & of the Physical Planning (Development Permission) Regulations,1990

An Application, (GT 4610 By (Andrew's Communication Ltd.) for 90' feet Communication Tower has been submitted to the Department of Planning for consideration of Development Permission on Block 10407/115 on the island of Grand Turk.

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) days of publication of this Notice.

Date Notice Received by AUGUST 20, 2015

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Compliance Officer / Money Laundering Reporting Officer Function: (1) Act as point of contact with the Financial Crimes Unit on money laundering and other financial crimes. (2) Write, update and disseminate written policies and procedures related to compliance activities. (3) Provide employee training on compliance related topics, policies, or procedures. (4) Develop compliance policies and communicate to employees and agents.

(5) Provide assistance to internal or external auditors in compliance reviews.

(6) File appropriate compliance reports with regulatory agencies. (7) Monitor compliance systems to ensure their effectiveness. (8) Participate in the review and approval process for new products and services and for high risk businesses. (9) Keep informed regarding pending industry changes, trends, and best practices and assess the potential impact of these changes on organizational processes.

The successful candidate must: • Have at least five (5) years working experience in a financial institution with Core Banking Systems or Remittance Systems familiarity and knowledge; at least three (3) years at the Senior level; and, a minimum two (2) years in Compliance.

• Bachelor of Science degree in Finance • Training, experience and certification in Anti-Money Laundering and Counter Financing of Terrorism policies, procedures and practices • Demonstrated ability to organize and manage a complex product, service and procedures • Possess very strong writing, problem solving and analytical skills • Have a strong understanding of customer and remittance market dynamics and requirements • Be flexible to give support to rotated shifts between 7:00 am – 7:00pm daily, including weekends and public holidays, at various locations in TCI • Be conversant with computer application – ability to handle up to five (5) different applications. Advance excel skill.

Wage: $2,500.00 - $4,000.00 / per month – commensurate with qualification and experience.

Please submit application letter and resume to The Chairman & CEO, NCS eMoney Services, Providenciales, TCI. email: tcihrstaff@gmail.com. The application deadline is August 31, 2015. Suitable candidates will be contacted for an interview.

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Hernández Human Resource & Employment Services

HOUSE OF STYLE

Are looking on behalf of our clients, B.A.R Repairs & Maintenance, BLD Construction, Been Construction, Designing Image Beauty Salon the following positions.

Is looking for a

cleaner to work 6 days per week salary $6.25 per hour including public holidays Belonger preferable.

contact: 649-941-5962

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R & R MOTOR SALES & RENTAL Is looking for a

labourer To work 6 days per week salary $6.25 per hour.

contact: 241-8434

Is looking for a

1-Carpenter 1-Plumbers 1-sales person 2 cosmetologist Belongers only may apply to hernándezemploymentservices.8@ gmail.com

By September 7, 2015.

sales clerk To work 6 days per week salary $6.25 per hour.

contact: 333-1236 11279

Hernandez Human Resources Is looking on behalf of our clients, Kishco Traiding/ Taylor Variety Store, New Style Barbershop, Joel Tattoo, Hernandez Professional Electrical, Designing Image Beauty Salon, Dominique Beauty Salon, Sanchez & Williams Cafe.

2 Barbers 3 Sales Persons 1 Store Room Inventory Clerk

1 Electrician 2 Cosmetologist 1 Art Tattoo Painter 2 Bar Maid

Belonger only may apply at hernandezemploymentservices.8@gmail.com not later then August 30, 2015.

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TURKS AND CAICOS ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT LTD. Is looking to fill the following positions:

Heavy Equipment Operator

Labourer Salary commensurate with experience

Contact: Adrian Enriquet 244-4829 PELICAN BAY RESTAURANT & BAR

Assistant Restaurant Manager

The successful applicant should possess a minimum of 5 years’ experience in the Hotel & Restaurant industry including • Applicant must be able to host and execute banquets up to 150 people • Responsible for the selection of wines as costing and menu print • Use of micros POS system, Applicant should be able to both operate and program the POS. • Maintains safe, secure, and healthy environment by establishing, following, and enforcing sanitation standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations; securing revenues; developing and implementing disaster plans; maintaining security and sprinkler systems, parking lot and walkways.

• Maintains ambiance by controlling lighting, background music, linen service, glassware, dinnerware, and utensil quality and placement; monitoring food presentation and service.

Please email your resume and resident status toInfo@pelicanbaytci.com

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Club Pillows Seeks

1 Sound Technician Must have at least 5 years experience and able to work with little or no supervision. Salary start at $8.00 per hour and is based on experience.

Deadline for application is September 11th 2015

Interested persons should send application via fax to 649-941-4034 c/o Alliance Realty Ltd.

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Blue Horizons Real Estate dba Coldwell Banker Real Estate Is looking for full time experienced, professional and motivated

Sales Associates The position requires a minimum of 5 years experience in residential, commercial, condo/strata, freehold/leasehold sales.

Applicants must have successfully completed a recognized real estate course and be willing to take (and successfully pass) the TCREA real estate exam. Strong written, verbal and presentation skills, online marketing, database management and advertising experience are required; applicant must be computer literate in all Microsoft Programs including Publisher and Power Point. Own vehicle, cell phone, camera and laptop computer are essential.

The position will involve working long hours, including weekends, evenings, and holidays. Compensation is commission only.

Resume to be sent to Louise Peterson, General Manager, Coldwell Banker Turks & Caicos, La Petite Place, Provo, TCI, email: louisepeterson@ coldwellbankertci.com, cell: 231-1988, office: 946-4969.

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PARALEGAL

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Due to current high levels of work, Griffiths & Partners is looking for a Paralegal Assistant.

Responsibilities:

• Assisting attorneys in legal research in a variety of work including judicial review, commercial litigation, corporate real estate and trust • Assisting in the drafting of pleadings, statements and other documents for Court cases.

• Obtaining, compiling and analyzing records for discovery including incoming discovery documents.

• Pre-trial preparation and other trial management assistance.

Job Qualifications: • Candidates should hold a law degree or post-graduate legal qualification from a leading University, including qualifications in commercial and company law.

• Candidates should have or be willing to learn computer proficiency with office software including MS Office.

Job Experience: • Previous experience as a Paralegal.

• Experience of the operation, practices and procedures of a law office engaged in civil and commercial litigation, corporate, real estate and financial services work.

• Experience of court and tribunal filing procedures.

• Demonstrated ability to manage a large workload including completing multiple tasks to deadlines.

• Must be proactive and able to work both independently and with a professional team.

Terms of Employment: Griffiths & Partners offer very competitive remuneration for this role. We will also offer training, mentoring and support to help professional development, and a friendly and collegiate work environment.

The requirement is urgent. Closing date for application is Friday, 25th September 2015

Apply with Curriculum Vitae to: Griffiths & Partners P.O. Box 143, Providenciales Turks and Caicos Islands Email: recruitment@griffithsandpartneres.com Fax: 649-941-8251

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The Somerset Resort Management Ltd. is seeking Labour Clearance for the position listed below. Suitably qualified Belongers who possess the requirements listed are encouraged to apply.

Job Summary:

• Manages housekeeping, public areas and laundry functions and staff on a daily basis to ensure property guest rooms, public space and employee areas are clean and well maintained. Strives to continually improve guest and employee satisfaction and maximize the financial performance of the department. Responsible for inspecting Guest Rooms and Public Areas providing follow-up for improving results.

• Requirements: • At least 5 years practical experience in similar position for a luxury 5 star boutique Resort • Adheres to, supports and carries out the strategic Company’s Vision and values • Superior Employee Relations Skills • Displays high commitment to improving customer services • Committed to developing colleagues • Ability to motivate team and build morale • Ability to anticipate and assess issues, risks and opportunities and develop new approaches • Accepts responsibility and accountability • Excellent communication skills in all aspects: verbal, written and non-verbal.

• Professional and appropriate business appearance and presentation.

• Must possess excellent organizational and administrative skills, interpersonal skills and leadership skills.

• Approachable, open-minded and fair.

• Flexible work hours to meet the demands of a 24 hour operation.

• High energy.

The ideal candidate will be professional in attitude and demeanor and must read and speak English fluently. Position requires a flexible schedule which includes holidays and weekends and. Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. Must be physically fit.

Outgoing, positive personality is a necessary job component. High ethical standards a must.

Qualified Belonger candidates can complete an application form in person at The Somerset on Grace Bay or submit a resume by e-mail at somerset@thesomerset. com. Tel: 649-339-5900. Fax: 946-5839. The closing date for applications is September 20th, 2015

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LEVAIS LIGE

/ Caravel Restaurant Is looking to fill the following positions:

ALVERIA DUNCOMBE is looking for a

ATLANTIC CONSTRUCTION Is looking for

Labourer – $6.25 per hour

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Kitchen Helper – $6.25 per hour

Cook Helper – $6.25 per hour

farmer

labourers

contact: 243-7768

contact: 242-3858

To work 6 days per week salary $6.25 per hour.

Waiter/ Bar Attendant – $6.25 per hour.

Contact: 347-2093

To work 6 days per week salary $6.25 per hour

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Must have at least 5 years experience Must be willing to work 6 days per week including weekends and holidays Salary $6.25 per hour.

Email:info@equilspa.com

Cook

– $7.00 per hour

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Massage Therapist

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Is looking for 2

BEAUTIFUL HOME FURNITURE

BOOKKEEPER • Set up Intuit QuickBooks Accounting Tool • Use QuickBooks to input all data • Prepare accounts receivable and payable • Prepare balance sheet, profit and loss, owner’s equity, year-end inventory of asset, graduate of B.S.C. major in accounting • Excellent knowledge in bank reconciliations and payroll preparations • Excellent knowledge in Microsoft Word and Excel • Excellent knowledge in QuickBooks and Retail Plus Point of Sale Software • 15 years experience in accounting and audition system

Email: beautifulhomefurnituretci@gmail.com

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PASSION BEAUTY SALON AND SUPPLY

GREGORY RIVER is looking for a

Nanny/ Domestic Worker

Proprietors Strata Plan #41 Management Co. Ltd. Seeks to fill the following position

Is looking for a

hairdresser

To work 6 days per week salary $6.25 per hour.

To work 6 days per week salary $6.25 per hour.

contact: 649-941-3599 11278

LE BOUCHON RESTAURANT is looking for a

Pastry Chef To work 6 days per week salary $350.00 per week.

PENTECOSTAL RESTORATION CENTER

Interested person must be willing to work hard, must be responsible, reliable & trustworthy. Must be willing to work with little or no supervision. Schedule work hours are 7am to 5pm Applicant must be willing to work on holidays and weekends.

Salary US$400.00 per week Interested persons should send their resume and qualifications to the following: Proprietors Strata Plan #41 Management Co. Ltd. c/o P O Box 599, Le Vele Plaza Grace Bay, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands Fax: 649 941 3223 Or email: barbara@meridiantrust.tc

BAREFOOT CAFÉ

Is looking for a

To work 6 days per week salary $6.25 per hour.

contact: 242-5221

Proprietors Strata Plan #41 Management Co. Ltd. Seeks to fill the following position

One (1) Gardner Interested person must be willing to work hard, must be responsible, reliable & trustworthy. Must be willing to work with little or no supervision.

Schedule work hours are 7am to 5pm Applicant must be willing to work on holidays and weekends.

Salary US$400.00 per week

Proprietors Strata Plan #41 Management Co. Ltd. c/o P O Box 599, Le Vele Plaza Grace Bay, Providenciales Turks and Caicos Islands Fax: 649 941 3223 Or email: barbara@meridiantrust.tc

dba Jimmy’s Dive Bar is seeking a

SOMMELIER

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contact: 649-946-5234

contact: 333-1236

One (1) Labourer

For immediate employment

The successful candidate will have: • A formal sommelier or hospitality based qualification – this will be advantageous but not essential • A minimum of five years experience in a fine restaurant or at a luxury five star property • A strong restaurant and staff management and guest interpersonal skills • Contactable references • A clean police record The successful candidate will:

• Be responsible for maintaining a top shelf wine list and the beverage department as a whole • Be responsible for ensuring the ultimate profitability of the beverage department • Manage the cellar and ensure that stock levels and ordering are handled efficiently • Train the Service Team on a regular basis • Engage with the chef on offering interesting wine pairings Salary commensurate with experience resumes to be received by September 14th, 2015

Contact: Lesley Ann Cardinal 649-441-7983

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Spa Receptionist/Nail Technician We are looking for the best experienced guest services professional with solid sales experience and a Nail Technician License. One year previous experience in a 4* spa as a receptionist and/or Nail Technician. Available to work 6 days/week, Sunday to Friday.

Bilingual English and French preferred, knowledge of a third language such as Spanish or Italian a plus.

Salary: To be discussed Will accept Belonger and PRC application only. Must be 18 years of age or older*

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Should be a Certified Level 4 Jaguar Land Rover Technician in all automotive specialty areas (engine repair, engine performance, heating and air conditioning, electrical systems, automatic transmissions, manual transmission and axle, brakes and front end) Must be able to perform testing, vehicle diagnostics and updates using SDD, IDS, Chrysler wiTECH, Starscan, DRB III, Tech 2, NGS, and Fiat Examiner Diagnostic equipment; interpret repair order instructions and technical information Perform all service and repair work to company and manufacturer standards, making effective use of time and resources.

Train and mentor levels 1-3 technicians and apprentices when required Maintain correct warranty procedures in line with defined company procedures. Maintain knowledge of technical developments through attending training courses and developmental activities as required Should have at least ten years of experience as an automotive technician

contact 339-3841 macmotors@express.tc

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labourer To work 6 days per week salary $6.25 per hour.

contact: 332-5029

Handyman Electrician

Salary must commensurate with qualifications Resume can be faxed to: 649-941-3425 and the Labour Department, Providenciales as soon as possible 11303

Chekina Shop SEEKS

2 Store Clerk/Cashier Must have some experience and able to speak English, Salary starts at $6.50 per hour and is based on experience.

Will have to work 6 days a week.

Deadline for applications is September 11, 2015.

The Turks Head Inne Grand Turk, is looking to fill the following positions. Résumés can be submitted to turksheadinne@icloud.com or in person to the Turks Head Inne, Duke St., Grand Turk. Salary will be based on education and experience.

Turks & Caicos Sotheby’s International Realty Seeking

Real Estate Sales Executive Responsibilities Include • Assist clients in the sale, purchase, letting or leasing of real estate • Introducing new clients and promoting real estate sales and new listings • Promptly notifying the Employer of the particulars of any new listing secured by the Employee, and of any potential listing or potential buyer coming to his/ her attention • Performing such administrative functions as the Manager or acting Manager for the time being of the Employer (“the Manager”) may from time to time assign to the Employee • Participating in such meetings, workshops, seminars, conferences, events and functions connected with real estate • Assisting in the preparation and publication or promotional material and media • Fostering good relations with companies in the real estate business and their employees and agents • Participate as a practicing member of the Turks & Caicos Real Estate Association (TCREA) • Keeping proper and organized records of activities and of the properties with which you are associated with • Sales and listing reports • Required to work after hours and weekends as necessary

Applicant Requirements A minimum of 10 years in Real Estate Sales Business Degree from a recognized University Sales Training Courses Multi Language Skills an asset Microsoft Computer application knowledge Commission Based Remuneration – Application Closing Date – September 1st, 2015.

Please submit CV to: Turks & Caicos Sotheby’s International Realty, P.O. BOX 279, Venture House, Providenciales, Telephone: 649-946-4474 or Fax: 649-946-4433

is looking for the following:

Interested persons should send applications via fax at (649) 941-4034 C/o Alliance Realty Ltd. Only applicants selected will be contacted.

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PROVO ELECTRIC

Is looking for a

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Assistant Manager

The Assistant Manager will assist the General Manager in daily hotel and restaurant operations. The Assistant Manager will be in charge of supervising other departments and divisions. They will be in charge of sales and marketing, event coordination, activities and operations. They will make all the necessary decisions needed in their assigned division and ensure all hotel rules and policies are implemented. The Assistant manager will monitor the tasks of personnel and workers, set goals and plans to promote and improve the service of their department. The Assistant manager will be in charge of monitoring hotel and restaurant profitability and financial goals of the company.

Qualifications and experience: • Must have 5 star property background with minimum 5 years of experience at a senior level • International experience • Fluent oral and written communication in English • Remote island experience Education and Training Requirements A bachelor’s degree in hotel and restaurant management, or hospitality management, or events, sales, marketing or comparable program; is required.

Also looking for the following non-management positions: • Server • Food Runner • Bartender • Bar-back • Kitchen Helper • Cleaner/Housekeeper • Security *This job will require security clearance and a job-related background check All positions require the following: Fluent oral and written communication skills in English.

Must be legally permitted to work in Turks and Caicos Islands.

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C & J CONSULTANCY Acting on behalf of our clients: United Multi-Cultural Institute, C & J Variety Store, Williams Construction, Breeze Construction is looking to fill the following positions:

Teacher

The Shore Club is now accepting applications/résumé for the following position. Only highly self-driven & motivated, personable and professional individuals, whom have the desire to serve others, need apply:

– $6-$8 per hour

Painter – $7.00 per hour

Mason

– $8.00-$10.00 per hour

HORTICULTURIST\ LANDSCAPING MANAGER

Carpenter – $8.00-$10.00 per hour

Labourer – $6.25 per hour

Store Clerk – $6.25 per hour

Shelf Stalker – $6.25 per hour

Store Cleaner – $6.25 per hour

Contact: 649-347-2093 SUNSHINE BARBER SHOP Is looking for a

cosmetologist To work 6 days per week salary $6.25 per hour.

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contact: 344-9562

SOUTH CAICOS BARGAIN STORE is looking for the following:

Maid 2 labourers Salary $6.25

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Contact: 344-9256

VR SUPERMARKET Is looking for a

labourer To work 6 days per week salary $6.25 per hour.

contact: 346-0006

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DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Provides professional advice on the selection, ordering, planting, and maintenance of trees, shrubs, ground covers, and turf grasses on property.

• Plans and designs annual garden plans/ planting layouts and perennial flower beds.

• Establishes and maintains high horticultural standards and practices; providing direction, training and motivation for the horticultural staff, interns and volunteers • Is a hands-on leader, actively working in the daily horticultural tasks in the exterior gardens and greenhouses • Works with garden volunteers/docents developing long-term productive relationships and growing the size of the program overtime • Manages and supports overall plant health and soil nutrition strategies for all gardens to include sustainable gardening practices and integrated pest management in the outdoor and indoor gardens • Establishes and oversees a systematic plant records policy, including direction of the plant collection policy and design aesthetic in coordination with The Shore Club’s master plan, mission, and strategies • Coordinates heating and cooling of greenhouses, irrigation systems and maintenance of horticultural equipment collaboratively with Grounds and maintenance • Responsible for the operational department budgets, budget monitoring, strategic planning, and any horticultural capital projects as needed (i.e, installation of new gardens) • Grows potted plants and nursery stock and maintains records on the growing operation.

• Trains and supervises subordinate personnel in greenhouse operations and in the proper methods and techniques of planting ornamental plants.

• Trains ground personnel in the techniques of pruning, wound dressing, cavity repair, and the cabling and bracing of trees and shrubs.

• Prepares orders for various types of plants and seeds.

• Inventories, maps, and labels trees and shrubs on campus for instructional and maintenance purposes.

• Preparation of maintenance programs for the control of plant diseases and insects.

• Prepares fertilizer programs for various types of plants.

• Confers with landscape architect and other personnel in the selection of plants.

• Supervises with the operation of the Departmental Greenhouse.

• Performs related duties as required.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES • Knowledge of the growth, development and protection of plants, and use of plants for food, leisure, sports, social and environmental benefits • An understanding of horticultural plant production systems and how their components are integrated and managed in an environmentally friendly and sustainable manner • Thorough knowledge of ornamental horticulture in all phases.

• Thorough knowledge of plant propagation and culturation.

• Considerable knowledge of the principles of nursery management.

• Knowledge of the principles of supervision and management • Knowledge of the elementary principles of landscaping.

• Ability to supervise the work of others.

• Graduation from an accredited college or university in an appropriate curriculum and considerable experience related to this class of work; or any equivalent combination of training and experience.

• Bachelor’s degree in horticulture, botany, natural sciences or a related field • Minimum of ten years’ experience as a professional horticulturist • Minimum of four years’ experience in management position

MAINTENANCE MANAGER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Establish goals, measurements and results for the department along with the General Manager.

• Involvement in the preparation of the Maintenance Operating and Capital budgets.

• General operational and preventative maintenance of systems including: Boilers and heating systems; Make up air and HVAC systems; Pool facilities; and General plumbing issues.

• Maintain hotel guest rooms and public areas by performing routine maintenance jobs and repairs.

• Troubleshoot and perform minor repairs on heating, cooling and ventilation systems.

• Troubleshoot and perform minor repairs on plumbing systems, electrical systems and appliances.

• Maintain the hot tub by ensuring a safe chemical balance through frequent testing.

• Organize, implement and track all maintenance projects for guestrooms and public areas.

• Monitor and revise as needed, departmental health & safety tools including training programs, policies and practices.

• Ensure a safe work environment is maintained at all times and that all colleagues are committed to working safely.

• Partner with Front Office Manager to ensure safe guest evacuation during emergencies (i.e. Fire Alarm).

• Motivate, train and lead maintenance personnel by personal example with a philosophy of work conduct, enthusiasm and personal development that leads to maximum performance and job satisfaction.

• Effective scheduling, vacation planning and department productivity to budget.

• Effective and timely interaction with all Hotel & Restaurant departments and positively impact guest experience by effectively and efficiently resolving maintenance concerns.

• Effective and timely interaction with HR regarding payroll (i.e. set up new hires, etc).

• Occasional maintenance to staff residence as required.

• A positive contributor to the leadership team of the hotel.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES • Prior Maintenance Management and/or supervisory experience within a operation equal in size and facilities.

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. Proven ability to motivate and lead employees in a busy, high quality environment.

• Background in electrical and or plumbing are essential.

• Good English communication skills (both written & oral).

• Ability to respond quickly in a dynamic and changing environment. Ability to handle multiple requests in a fast-paced environment.

• Good training, coaching and mentoring skills are essential.

• Proven experience with budgets and payroll process is essential.

• Completion of high school and technical training required.

• Majority of work shift requires standing or walking 90% of the work day • Many tasks require sitting, bending, stooping, kneeling, and/or positioning to accomplish tasks • Able to lift and carry up to 50+ lbs. is common and up to 150 lbs with assistance • Reaching is required at all levels throughout the work period • Climbing of stairs is required and may require up to 50% of the time • Previous hotel maintenance experience preferred • Able to work efficiently under time constraints • Able to work independently and with others

Applicants must have a willing, positive and personable attitude as well as be willing to work long hours, holidays and weekends. Turks & Caicos Islands citizens only need to apply to the Assistant Human Resources Manager, Sheena Smith at The Sands Resort located on Grace Bay Road, Providenciales or e-mail: humanresource@thesandstc.com. Deadline is August 20, 2015.

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Turks & Caicos Drug Prevention Foundation, Inc. Sam’s Building-Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands, 649-246-2526/dierinl@aol.com

Who Are We?

A community service group comprising of volunteers from the private and public sector with the aim of educating the public about the dangers of drug and alcohol abuse and assisting in the prevention of drug abuse and drug trafficking. The Turks & Caicos Drug Prevention Foundation works alongside the Turks & Caicos National Drug Unit within the Department of Mental Health & Substance Dependence in the awareness, prevention and treatment of drug abuse within the Turks & Caicos Islands.

What is Our Mission?

To create drug awareness and prevent drug abuse in our communities through community education and outreach programs.

Sports Interational Wales now above England in FIFA rankings WALES are above England in the FIFA rankings for the first time as they prepare for Thursday’s Euro 2016 qualifier against Cyprus in Nicosia.

Chris Coleman’s team held on to ninth - their highest-ever position - while England fell two places to 10th.

Beating Cyprus would leave Wales within one win

of qualifying for next year’s European Championship in France.

Wales boss Coleman said the rankings would be a “confidence boost” but said success was reaching Euro 2016.

Scotland have risen one place to 31st while Northern Ireland (41st) and Republic of Ireland (51st) have both fallen

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What Are Our Objectives?

The objectives of The Turks & Caicos Drug Prevention Foundation are: • To increase drug awareness by educating the public about the dangers of drug and alcohol abuse.

• To promote suitable alternatives to drug and alcohol.

• To assist in preventing the spread of drug abuse and drug trafficking.

• To provide good role models for the youths in the Turks & Caicos Islands.

• To organize fundraising activities to finance the community drug awareness and prevention campaigns and the drug rehabilitation program.

Over the years the TCDPF have organized and participated in a number of successful events:

2005

• Organized the Drug Prevention Walk-A-Thon • Hosted a golf, tennis, bodybuilding, soccer, dance and martial arts sport clinic for over 100 students of the Clement Howell High School under the International Day Against Drug Abuse theme, “VALUE YOURSELF… MAKE HEALTHY CHOICES”. This campaign called on youth to consider the health-related reasons why they should stay away from drugs or stop using them. ‘Healthy choices’ is not only about saying “no” to drugs but also about choosing healthy lifestyles: sports, music, school, civil service, and other positive activities.

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• On December 10th The TCDPF hosted its First Gala Banquet at Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort & Spa. The night was festive and elegant with over 200 guests in attendance.

• During the first half of the year the TCDPF assisted the National Drug Unit in conducting the national and regional secondary school survey on drug abuse.

• It also assisted with the organization of the annual International Day Against Drug Abuse activities under the theme, “DRUGS ARE NOT CHILD’S PLAY”. This theme was selected in an effort to increase public awareness about the destructive power of drugs and society’s responsibility to care for the well-being of children. The activities included: • A Drug Abuse and Prevention Youth Forum with students of Oseta Jolly Primary and Clement Howell High • The Annual Drug Prevention Walk-A-Thon • A School Banner Competition • A Family Fun Day at the beach

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labourer laboUrer To work 6 days to work 6 days per week salary $6.25 per hour.

per week salary $6.25 per hour.

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• The TCDPF organized its Second Annual Gala Banquet: A Masquerade Ball at Beaches Turks & Caicos on October 7, 2006. This was an evening of mystery, elegance, romance, dancing, old memories…

2007

Through the successful fundraising efforts of the TCDPF and the generosity of the community, and the Turks & Caicos Islands Government, the TCDPF has raised over $120,000.00 toward the establishment of the Turks & Caicos Islands’ very own Drug Rehabilitation Center and the implementation of drug prevention programs in the schools and communities. The Rehabilitation Center will enable substance abusers to enter rehabilitation quickly and to provide ongoing support and assistance, as they seek to become productive citizens. The Turks & Caicos Islands Government has already pledged ten (10) acres of land for the construction of this center.

labourer To work 6 days

SALES CLERK

contact: 333-0014

contact: 941-4946

per week salary $6.25 per hour.

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• Selected as one of the charities to benefit from the proceeds of the 2007 Premier’s Cup Charity Golf Scramble. This event raised $33,000.00 towards the building of the rehabilitation/halfway house project.

• Organized a fundraising luncheon sponsored by Baptist Health International Center of Miami

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To work 6 days per week salary $6.25 per hour.

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Sports Interational one position.

Wales and England are both above European champions Spain (11th) and Netherlands (12th) in a list topped by Argentina.

Coleman said: “We’ve been low in the rankings and had that rubbed in our face many a time.

“Now we’re doing very well, certain people want to say the rankings are this and they’re that, but the players deserve it.

“At the same time, the rankings are not going to get us to France. Success is getting to France.”

HOLIDAY VILLAGE Is seeking the following:

In June, Wales climbed into the top 10 for the first time since the rankings were introduced in 1993.

They are three points clear at the top of Group B with four games remaining as they attempt to reach their first major finals since 1958.

Wales will qualify if they beat both Cyprus and Israel, whom they host on Sunday.

England, who are top of their Euro 2016 qualifying group with a 100% record, face San Marino on Saturday.

(BBC)

CABRIELLE PARKER Is looking for a

Properties available for Private Sale For more information please contact the Realtors listed below: Deirin Longmire # 649-246-2526 or Denise Cox # 649-244-4284 or Deborah Vieria # 242.1991

Chalk Sound, Providenciales.

1. Parcel 60400/172 Chalk Sound.

0.05 acres, a split-level residential development. 11 bedrooms, 10 bathrooms, pool and concrete deck area.

Price $400,000 listed w/ Denise

2. Parcel 60400/302 Chalk Sound.

Vacant lot is 1.01 acres with panoramic views over the waters of Chalk Sound. Some improvements include: imported trees, timber stairways and foot paths, entry gate and partial fencing.

Price $350,000 w/ Denise

3. Parcel 60400/311 Chalk Sound, Providenciales.

2-storey residence consisting of 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen and dining area. The parcel has a size of 0.99 acres of land.

Price $360,000 w/ Dierin

Norway & Five Cays Providenciales.

1 Electrician domestic 13 Laborers worker Weekly salary $225.00/$215.00 Working hours are 6 days per week.

Contact: 946-5500

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To work 6 days per week salary $6.25 per hour.

4. Parcel 60609/23, Norway & Five Cays, 0.77 acres of land.

2-story residence comprises of 4 bed rooms, 2 bathrooms, a dining room, living room & office area. Price $480,000 w/Dierin

5. Parcel 60610/129 Norway & Five Cays, Providenciales.

A duplex residence located on 0.34 acres of land. The property comprises of a 3-bedroom home and a 1-bed room unit.

Price $170,000 w/ Dierin

6. Parcel 60604/20 Norway and Five Cays.

contact: 242-6106

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Single storey residence with 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, kitchen/dining area and living room, an unfinished deck and an above ground cistern. Price $55,000 w/ Dierin

7. Parcel 60602/123 Five Cays Settlements.

0.30 acre of land with a 2- storey residential property.

Comprising of a 2-bedrooms, 2-bathroom 1- kitchen, living, dining and laundry room. Price $190,000 w/–Denise The Bight, Providenciales.

8. Parcel 60807/90 The Bight & Thomas Stubbs.

Is looking for a

To work 6 days per week salary $6.25 per hour.

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contact: 341-1268

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Y.A.3.B. CONSULTANCY Acting on behalf of our clients:

CLUB CODIACE Driver $6.25 Delivery Driver $6.25 per hour TRAGOS BAR 2 Bartenders $6.25 per hour 2 Waitresses $6.25 per hour 1 Dj $6.25 per hour MED SOLUTIONS

Plumber $7.00 per hour M.B.A. CONSTRUCTION Stock Room Clerk $7.00 per hour PHILILPINO BAR 2 Bartender $6.25 per hour 2 Waitresses $6.25 per hour

Contact: 649-344-4540

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0.98 acres of land with 3-bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms in the main house. With 2 guest houses: One with 2 bedrooms, 1 bath and the other comprising of 1 bedroom and 1 bath. A garage, lounge and swimming pool The parcel size is Price $400,000 w/ Dierin

9. Parcel 60809/188 The Bight & Thomas Stubbs, Providenciales

single family residence with 2-bedrooms, 2-bathrooms, a kitchen and living area. It sits on 0.25 acres of land. Price $129,000 w/ Denise

10. Parcel 60807/170&171 The Bight & Thomas Stubbs.

0 .26 acres with 3-bedrooms, 2-bathroom and an efficiency unit attached. Price $340,000 w/ Denise

Single storey residential on 1.33 acres. With 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, a kitchen, living room, and an incomplete bedroom & bathroom attached.

Price $230,000 w/ Denise

15. 60715/308 Cheshire Hall and Richmond Hills.

Single storey on 0.67 acres of land. 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, living/dining, kitchen, rear decks, driveway and parking.

Price $245,000 w/ Denise Cox

16. Parcel 60718/158 Cheshire Hall & Richmond Hill,

3-bedroom residence and 2-storey apartments ; #1- 3 bed 2 baths , #2- 2 bed, 2 bath unit, #3- 1 bed, and 2 efficiency units.

The lot is 0.66 acres with distant ocean views. Price $540,000 w/ Denise Cox

17. Parcel 60714 / 159 Cheshire Hall & Richmond Hills.

2-Story Duplex on 0.19 acres. The main floors consist of 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, The second floor consists of 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms. with kitchen, dining room, living room and laundry.

Price $240,000 w/Denise

18. Parcel 60720/130 Cheshire Hall & Richmond Hill.

2-Story Duplex on 0.07 acres. The main floors with 2 bedroom and ensuites. The second floor with 3 bedrooms and ensuites.

Including a kitchen, dining room, living room and laundry. Price $450,000 w/ Denise

19. Parcel 60715/171 Cheshire Hall & Richmond Hill.

3 single storey structures on 0.51 acres of land. It includes 15 rooms with 3 communal bath facilities. Price $60,000 w/ Dierin

Long Bay 20. Parcel 61112/52 Long Bay Hills. 0.5 acres of land.

The main house contains 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, kitchen and living area. The guest house contains 1 bedroom, bathroom & kitchen/living.

Price $70,000 w/ Dierin

21. Parcel 61113/59 Long Bay Hills.

The property sits on 0.50 acre of land. It comprises of a 1-storey building consisting of 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

Price $140,000 Dierin

Leeward, Providenciales 22. Parcel 60900/190, Leeward Going Through.

Single story residence and a guest house on 0.50 acres. Main; 4 bedrooms 4-bathrooms, 1-kitchen/dining room & 1-laundry.

Guest; 2-bedrooms 2-bathrooms and 1-kitchen/dining/living room.

Price $300,000 w/Denise

11. Parcel 60809/168 The Bight & Thomas Stubbs, Moores Lane-Juba Sound.

23. Parcel 60900/170 Leeward

12. Parcel 60804/88 The Bight & Thomas Stubbs Fourplex

24. Parcel 60900/147 Leeward Palms.

0.71 acre comprises a triplex with two 1-bedroom units and one 2-bedroom unit, with bathroom, open kitchen/living/dining.

Price $230,000 w/ Denise

includes two 2-Bedroom and two 1- Bedroom units.

Price $500,000 w/ Denise

13. Parcel 60807/04 The Bight & Thomas Stubbs.

Single storey on 0.45 acres of land. With 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, kitchen, living room, dining room and laundry. Price $182,000 w/ Dierin

Cheshire Hall, Providenciales.

14. Parcel 60720/20 Cheshire Hall & Richmond Hill.

Going Through. 0.73 acres of land with a single storey residence with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathroom, laundry, living/dining, kitchen and two-door car garage.

Price $440,000 w/ Dierin 0.60 acres with a main residence and a guest house. The main building comprised of a 3 bedrooms, 2 bathroom,kitchen, living, dining and laundry. The guest house consists of 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a kitchen.

Price $350,000 w/ Dierin

25. Parcel 60900/366 Palms Circle, Leeward.

0.60 acres of land with a single storey residence with 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms one kitchen, living, dining, family room and laundry. Price $250,000 w/ Denise

26. Parcel 61004/28& 33 Juba Salina, Turtle Tail

.39 acres of land characterized by private medium to high end residential developments. Price $70,000 Dierin

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Bayern Munich to set up refugees ‘training camp’ BAYERN Munich are to set up a ‘training camp’ for refugees coming into Germany and will donate 1m euros (£730,000) for refugee projects.

Parts of Europe have seen an influx of migrants arriving, with many in Hungary wishing to travel to Germany.

The Bundesliga champions plan to provide food, German lessons and football equipment for children.

“Bayern sees it as its social responsibility to help the refugees,” said club CEO Karl-Heinz Rummenigge.

The number of migrants entering Europe has reached record levels this year, largely driven by the conflict in Syria. Germany expects to take in 800,000 asylum seekers this year four times last year’s total.

Bayern, who have won the German league title 25 times and are five-time European champions, will also highlight the current refugee crisis in their next home match against Augsburg.

The Guardian has reported it has seen a letter from Justin Gatlin sent to the sport’s governing body, the IAAF, apologising for his past actions.

Gatlin ‘said sorry for doping’ After their refugee ‘training camp’ expect Bayern Munich fan base to increase.

The game on 12 September will see the starting line-up enter the Allianz Arena “holding the hand of a German child and a refugee’s child”.

Bayern’s rivals and current league leaders Borussia Dortmund invited 220 refugees to watch the side play

Norwegian side Odd in the Europa League last Thursday. Rivals Mainz gave out 200 free tickets to their home match against Hannover last weekend.

Banners carrying positive messages in support of refugees were evident at last weekend’s Bundesliga matches.

MASSAGE THERAPIST • Applicant must have a minimum of 3 years handson experience in 5-star resort and at least 3 years working as a therapist.

• Must be trained and CERTIFIED by an accredited school in all of the following: Swedish, Deep Tissue, Hot Stone, Pre-Natal, Lymphatic Drainage, Myofascial Reflexology, Facials, and Manicures and Pedicures.

• Applicant must be certified in all the previous areas • In addition, applicant must be able to work ALL weekends and public holidays if needed and be available from 8am-8pm.

• Must have own vehicle and current, clean driver’s license.

• Commission based • Must have GREAT Customer Service Skills and be upbeat and positive.

• Applicant needs to be fluent in English and pass an English written test.

Please send resume to: relax@spatropique.com Please do not apply to this ad unless you can meet all of the above requirements.

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DOUBLE world silver medallist Justin Gatlin “has apologised” for his previous doping offences, says the sprinter’s agent Renaldo Nehemiah.

Gatlin, who has served two drug bans, has been criticised by some for not showing remorse for his misdemeanours.

But the Guardian has reported it has seen a letter from the American, 33, sent to the sport’s governing body, the IAAF, apologising for his past actions.

Nehemiah said: “What is he supposed to do, go to every country

and say sorry?”

Gatlin, the world’s dominant sprinter coming into the World Championships, finished second behind Usain Bolt in the 100m and 200m in Beijing in a battle which was regarded in some quarters as a showdown between good and bad.

But his agent Nehemiah said: “When people say he never apologised, I say: ‘You haven’t done your homework.’ And the IAAF, who know this, have never come out and said anything, which I am very sad about. Justin has apologised.”

FLORIST

Requirements: • Minimum 2 years experience as a florist with relevant certification • Knowledge of different flowers, foliage and potted plants (names, seasonal availability, lifespan) • Up-to-date on current fashions and styles in floral design while at the same time understanding the traditional use of certain flowers for weddings, funerals etc.

• Willing to work outdoors and irregular hours • 2 years customer facing experience in retail using POS Systems • English speaking • Engaging and outgoing personality who enjoys working with the public • Starting salary $1,600 per month

Please bring all application to Flowers by Environmental Arts located at U102 Venture House, Grace Bay Road, Providenciales or email: events@ environmentalarts.tc successful applicants will be notified by phone for interview

PORT ATLANTIC CONSTRUCTION SEEKS

Labourer

• Must have at least 3 years experience and be able to work with little supervision. Salary start at $6.50 an hour and is based on experience.

• Deadline for applications is September 11th 2015 • Must be able to work weekends and holidays if deemed necessary.

Interested persons should be dependable and send applications via fax at (649) 941-4034. C/o Alliance Realty Ltd.

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Venus Williams gets a business degree from Indiana University THERE is nothing a Williams sister cannot do. Shatter racial barriers in one of the most traditionally segregated sports? Done. Found and maintain several businesses while remaining in peak physical form?

Done. Graduate from college while preparing for the US Open? Done and done.

Venus Williams graduated last month from Indiana University East with a Bachelors in Business Administration. It’s her second college degree, after she earned an Associates from the Art Institute in Fort Lauderdale in 2007.

Williams, 35, did not previously have a lot of time for college, as she made her professional tennis debut at the age of 14. In the years since, she has won seven Grand Slam titles, as well as serving as CEO of her interior design firm V Starr Interiors and creating a fashion line called EleVen. Williams also owns a couple Jamba Juice francises. So a business degree is certainly going to come in handy.

“I’ve learned so much. It was always my dream to have a business degree and I ended up going to art school so many times, but in the back of my head I felt like I needed the tools to be a better leader, to be a better planner, to be better at all of the things I wanted to do in my businesses because I’m so hands-

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The 35-year-old Venus Williams graduated with her bachelors in Business Administration.

on,” Williams said in a statement.

Indiana University East is located in Richmond, Indiana; Williams completed her coursework online.

IU East maintains a partnership with both the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) and the Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP) to give professional tennis players the chance to earn their degrees, as so many start playing at a professional level either before or during the time that most people attend college.

(Yahoo Celebrity)

Mayweather: “I’ll be the best ever until I die

FLOYD Mayweather Junior claims: “I’m going to be TBE until the day I die.”

Mayweather will equal Rocky Marciano’s record of 49-0 if he beats Andre Berto at Las Vegas’ MGM Grand Garden Arena on Saturday 12, in what he insists will be his last fight.

The pound-for-pound king says he does not need to set a new best of 50-0 to ensure his greatness and insists his legacy is already secure.

Mayweather calls himself TBE - The Best Ever - and says no-one will surpass his achievements after beating all comers to win 12 world titles in five divisions.

“Before I fought Pacquiao, people were saying he is an all-time great,” said the American.

“If he’s an all-time great, what does that make me?

“If he’s the Fighter of the Century, what does that make me?

“All I can do is believe in myself and believe in my skills and we will see come September 12th.

“I’m going to be TBE until the day I die.”

Mayweather, 38, also rejected criticism of his choice of Berto for his final opponent.

Although his compatriot is a former IBF and WBA Super champion at welterweight, he has lost three of his last six fights.

Mayweather claims he ignores

Floyd Mayweather will equal Rocky Marciano’s record of 49-0 if he beats Andre Berto next Saturday night in Las Vegas.

any negativity surrounding him and is just focused on winning.

“I didn’t even know about that,” he said.

“All I do every day is I go to the gym, I train, I leave, I go eat, I go see shows on The Strip, go the movies, go bowling, go shopping. That’s about it. At home, rest.

“People will always criticise. That goes with the territory. I don’t read it, I don’t know about it. I couldn’t care less. Nobody is forced to watch.

“Watch if you want to watch. If you don’t want to watch, then don’t watch. Write about it if you want to write about it. If you don’t, then

don’t write about it.

At the end of the day, if you write good or bad, continue to write. Keep me relevant.”

Mayweather insists he remains as hungry as ever, even though Berto is regarded as an easy opponent, and says he has worked harder than he did for Pacquiao.

“I want to win, just like he wants to win so I’m going to push myself every day,” he said.

“As I get older, I work harder.

“This camp I’ve sparred a lot more, I’ve pushed myself a lot more for this fight then I did for the Pacquiao fight.” (Mirror.co.uk)

Former Nigerian captain in FIFA’s presidential race ‘Rockin’ Robin Deakin has notched-up the second win of his decade-long, 53 professional fights, career.

Britain’s worst boxer wins after 50 straight defeats BRITAIN’S worst boxer’ finally has something to celebrate after suffering more than 50 straight defeats - his second ever WIN. ‘Rockin’ Robin Deakin has notched-up the second win of his decade-long career - in 53 professional fights.

The boxer, whose only other victory was in his 2006 debut, has been knocked around the ring so many times he lost his British boxing licence - because authorities feared he would never

win.

But Robin, 29, from Tilbury, Essex, proved all his critics wrong by beating Latvian Deniss Kornilovs on points on Saturday night after four gruelling rounds.

Immediately after his second win he tweeted: “F***ing come on I’m back £winning thanks xxxx.”

Now Robin, whose speech is slurred because of too many blows to the head, said: “I’m a fighter. I’m going to fight my way back to the top - you’ll see.

FORMER Nigeria football captain Segun Odegbami wants to succeed Sepp Blatter and become the first African president of FIFA. The 63-year-old has vowed to restore “confidence and integrity” to the organization, which has been blighted by a string of corruption scandals.

Known as “Mathematical Odegbami” during his playing career for his speed, skill and precision, he was part of the Nigeria squad that won its first Africa Cup of Nations crown in 1980.

He is the latest to declare his candidacy after current president Blatter announced his intention to step down in June after 17 years as the head of world football.

“The current scandal at FIFA is the organisation’s worst crisis in its 111 years of existence,” he said in a statement.

“Moving forward, FIFA thus

Segun Odegbami is the latest to announce his bid to become FIFA president.

require a new era of leadership that can restore the dignity of the noble sport and that of this esteemed international institution with global followership.

“The world is very interested in who becomes the next President of FIFA, considering the present image

and state of this institution and I see myself fitting into this role.”

Odegbami is the second African candidate to throw his hat in the ring after Musa Bility, the head of the Liberian Football Association.

Blatter was re-elected to serve a fifth term in May in the same week that nine FIFA officials were indicted on corruption charges by United States authorities.

Their Swiss counterparts announced an investigation into the heavily criticised bidding process for the 2018 and 2022 World Cups at the same time.

Days later Blatter announced his intention to step down after declaring that his mandate “was clearly not supported by everybody.”

Prospective candidates must garner support from at least five of FIFA’s 209 members before October 26 with the elections taking place in February next year.

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Mo Farah is GB’s ‘greatest sportsman’ - Brendan Foster OLYMPIC medallist Brendan Foster has described Mo Farah as Britain’s “greatest sportsman” after claiming the first distance ‘triple-double’.

Farah added the 5,000m to his 10,000m title at the World Championships - a feat he also achieved at the London Olympics in 2012 and the 2013 Worlds.

Foster said: “Mo is the greatest sportsman that Britain has ever had.”

Farah, 32, responded: “We have had so many legends and to be in the same category as them is amazing.”

Farah has now gone ahead of Ethiopian Kenenisa Bekele who is the only other person to claim an Olympic and world ‘double-double’ in the distance events.

Farah now has five World Championship golds, two Olympic golds and five European golds, and is unbeaten on the track outdoors in a major championships since finishing second in the 10,000m at the 2011 World Championships in Daegu.

Foster, working as a BBC commentator at the championships, explained why he put the British runner on such a pedestal.

“He’s Great Britain’s most prolific winner of global golds and he’s put former British athletes like Sebastian Coe and Daley Thompson behind him,” he told BBC Radio 5 live.

“Former rower Sir Steve Redgrave [who won five Olympic golds] was

Mo Farah now has five World Championship golds, two Olympic golds and five European golds, and is unbeaten on the track outdoors in a major championships since finishing second in the 10,000m at the 2011 World Championships in Daegu.

part of a team. Mo is on his own and it’s lonely out there. He’s ruthless and we’ve not seen that. We should be enjoying the moment. We’ll never see his like again.”

Farah named Redgrave, exfootballer David Beckham and former Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson as his three greatest British sportsmen.

“We have had so many legends and to be in the same category as them is amazing,” he said.

Multiple Olympic and world

sprint champion Usain Bolt - who has won gold in the 100m and 200m in Beijing, as well as anchoring Jamaica to the 4x100m relay title - is a friend of Farah and added his praise.

“When it comes to Mo I’m never worried,” the 29-year-old told BBC Radio 5 live. “When you are used to winning and dominating it comes easy.

“He knows what it takes to win and I had no doubt Mo would win.”

(BBC)

Warne warns Kyrgios: ‘You’re testing our patience’ His controversial on-court behavior has been criticised by fellow tennis professionals, and he was dumped out of the U.S. Open in the first round.

Now Nick Kyrgios has been warned not to waste his talent by fellow Australian Shane Warne -someone who also polarised public opinion during his playing days.

“You’re testing our patience mate,” the former cricketer wrote in an open letter, urging the world No. 37 to change his ways.

“We all realise you’re only 20 & have a lot to learn buddy. But please don’t waste your talent, everyone in the world, especially us Australians want to respect u.”

Kyrgios was punished by the ATP Tour last month after he made lewd comments about the girlfriend of fellow player Stan Wawrinka.

It followed accusations that he did not try during a match at Wimbledon in July, which he lost.

Warne told Kyrgios on his Facebook page that “respect is more important than being liked” and asked him to “show us what you’re made of and how hungry you are to be the best in the world, it’s time to

Nick Kyrgios was punished by the ATP Tour last month after he made lewd comments about the girlfriend of fellow player Stan Wawrinka.

step up & start winning, no excuses.”

Kyrgios, known for his flamboyant strokeplay, was criticized for his shot selection during Tuesday’s first-round loss to world No. 3 Andy Murray in New York. Warne encouraged him to learn from his mistakes.

“We all make mistakes, but it’s how we learn from them & the way

we conduct ourselves when we lose that shows true character,” the 45-year-old said.

“No shame in losing, but show us you will never give up, that you will give it everything to be the best you can be, respect is earned not given! I believe in you & know you can do it, but now’s the time my friend.”

Tom Brady, reigning Super Bowl MVP, will be on the field for the season opener on Sept. 10 against the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Judge overturns Brady’s four-game deflate-gate suspension THIS was the NFL’s nightmare.

After more than seven months, several millions of dollars and big talking from the league and commissioner Roger Goodell in the deflate-gate controversy, the first time someone independent looked at the case against Tom Brady it was thrown out.

Judge Richard M. Berman ruled that Brady’s four-game suspension by the NFL will be vacated. Brady maintained his innocence even while the NFL tried to make its most popular player a scapegoat in a scandal the league let grow to outrageous proportions, but from the moment investigator Ted Wells’ report came out it was clear that there was no evidence against Brady.

The NFL, for whatever reason, didn’t want to admit that and kept trying to turn Brady into a villain. An independent judge saw it for what it was worth.

And with that, Brady will play.

The reigning Super Bowl MVP will be on the field for the season opener on Sept. 10 against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Officially speaking, Brady is off the hook for whatever happened when the Patriots’ footballs were found to be under-inflated during the AFC championship game against the Indianapolis Colts. That’s great news

for the Patriots. And — if you need one sentence to sum up how badly the league botched this entire thing — the fact that Brady will not miss any games is a horrible look for the league.

The NFL under Goodell has been criticised for becoming quite a mess, especially when it comes to player discipline, and deflate-gate sums that up. As soon as the parties got in front of Berman, he chided the NFL, asking, “What is evidence of scheme or conspiracy that covers the January 18 game? I’m having trouble with that.” There never was any.

The entire process didn’t stand up to much scrutiny. The investigation was never independent, which became clearer as the process went along. The NFL never did anything to correct false information leaked to the media, information that Patriots owner Robert Kraft said he believes came from the NFL itself, which might have showed its mind was made up from the beginning. The lack of real evidence in the report was somewhat stunning, based on Wells’ assertions and the NFL’s punishment. And Goodell upholding an appeal that basically amounted to his own verdict really looked bad after Berman ruled against the NFL. (Yahoo Sports)

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Commonwealth Youth team set for Monday start in Samoa

THE four athletes that will represent the Turks and Caicos from this Saturday to next Friday in Apia, Samoa at the 2015 Commonwealth Youth Games have arrived in good health and are getting ready for their opening clash on Monday.

Speaking to the Weekly News from the South Pacific Island on Thursday night, president of the TCI Commonwealth Games Association (CGA) Alvirto “Ali” Smith, who also travelled as team coach and team leader, said that the Helcy-Ann Selver, one of the four athletes at the Games will compete in the 100M on Monday morning.

Selver will also run the 200M. The other athletes are Akia Guerrier, who will run the 200M and the 400M, Khambrel Caley (100M and 200M) and Ken Reyes (400M and 800M).

Along with Smith, official Brenda Lightbourne has also travelled with the team.

It is anticipated that up to 1000 young Commonwealth athletes ages 14- 18 will represent their countries and compete for 107 gold medals in several sporting disciplines at the Games.

The Commonwealth Youth team which left the TCI on Tuesday. (Photo Gertrude Saunders-Forbes)

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Rock of Jesus Bulldogs record the opening win.

Despite not registering a jump at the just concluded IAAF World Championships Ifeanyi Otuonye has had an amazing season.

PABA Church Inter-Faith Tournament:

ROJ, Kings, Paradise Baptist and St. Monica record opening wins POWER forward Galvin Hall scored 27 points to lead the Rock of Jesus Church to an opening win when the Provo Amateur Basketball Association (PABA) Church Inter-Faith Tournament tipped off on Thursday evening at the Gus Lightbourne Sports Complex court, in Providenciales.

Hall also made five steals and three rebounds as the Rock of Jesus team whipped Church of Prophecy 45-22 to book a place with defending championships St. Monica Baptist Church in the second round.

Junior Petiote led the Church of

Ready for Sainsbury’s School Games Team TCI with athletes Sanadia Forbes and Colby Jennings along with officials in Manchester, England. Forbes is set to compete in the long jump and 200M, while Jennings will run the 100M and 200M. This is the first time that TCI is participating in the Games which will be held in Manchester until Sunday.

Prophecy with 11 points and eight boards.

Against St. Monica later in the evening Rock of Jesus lost 30-25.

St. Monica were led by Kirk Adams who scored 15 points.

The double elimination event (teams must lose twice to go home), has seven teams registered for the three-day tournament.

In game-two Nazarene Kings had outscored Bethany Baptist 24-3 in the second half to register a five-point win.

The Kings, who were led by Darly Francois with nine points and three boards, were trailing 18-2 after the

first half.

In game-three Paradise Baptist defeated Jericho Baptist by 27 points (47-20) after Anthony Pratt led the attack with 14 points.

Quinby Hall led Jericho with eight points.

At press time the Nazarene Kings and the Paradise Baptist Church were playing the final game of the night.

On Friday night teams will play the knockout games, while on Saturday night the final and the much touted battle between the Pastors and Politicians are scheduled to take place.

Otuonye’s failed jumps were over 8M – Coach Smith NATIONAL coach Alvirto “Ali” Smith, who accompanied TCI’s longer jumper Ifeanyi Otuonye to the IAAF World Championships in Beijing, China, was impressed with what the Kansas State University student is capable of.

Smith told the Weekly News this week that all of Otuonye’s jumps were “well over eight metres”.

The 21-year-old, 2015 NACAC senior bronze medal winner, was against the wall since he was just one of three

jumpers in a field of 32 athletes who had a personal best of 7+ metres (7.87M).

Because of this, Otuonye had to go hard and unfortunately his three attempts at the Beijing National Stadium (Bird Nest) were unsuccessful.

Smith, who is also president of the TCI Commonwealth Games Association, is excited about what the national record holder is capable of when he hits his mark.

“He did a great job nonethe-less; look out for him next season.”

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Delano Williams says: “I’m very strong and ready for the future”.

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Delano Williams (second from left) and his teammates after copping bronze at the 2015 IAAF World Championships.

Williams calls 4X400M bronze medal an “amazing achievement” – Splits personal best in heats TCI born British sprinter Delano Williams feels that winning bronze medal at this year’s World Championships is one of the best achievements in his senior track and field career.

The 21-year-old was instrumental in the British team winning their heat in the preliminary state of the competition and raking up a season best 2:59.05—the then best time by a European team this year.

Williams, who ran the second leg, recorded a personal best split of 44.1s. His previous best split was 44.60s at the European Team Championships in Russia over two months ago.

“I was very confident, because I have been running it (the 400M) a lot this year. So I know I was in good shape to do well,” he told the Weekly

News.

The 2012 200M World Junior Championships gold medallist did enough to solidify his place in the team for the final. Again he ran the second leg and was right in the mix with a split of 44.60s.

With his solid run and a bit of magic by anchor Martyn Rooney, who kept a level head to pip his Jamaican counterpart at the line, team GB recorded another season best performance: 2:58.51.

READY FOR THE FUTURE The former Munro College athlete feels that his new splits: “show I’m very strong and ready for the future.”

“It’s an amazing achievement in my career. You know how many athletes went to the championship

for a medal and couldn’t get one.”

What has also made the TCI 100M and 200M record holder happy is how he has solidify himself in the British team. He said it feels great to represent Great Britain, especially since he is working his way up the ranks of the team.

“They (British athletes) were truly happy that I could have produced such a good performance and repeat it in the space of two days. The coaches were happy. My coach, my family and my friends are proud of me because I can say I’m a world medallist.”

ROLE MODEL Since his achievement last Sunday congratulatory messages have poured in.

TCI’s Deputy Premier and Minister responsible for sports Hon. Akierra Missick thanked Williams for his amazing performance.

“During the 4X400M relay rounds and now the Finals, from start to finish, you displayed discipline, strength, determination and teamwork. You are indeed a true role model and a shining example to future athletes of the Turks and Caicos Islands.”

She added: “This is a great day for The Turks and Caicos Islands and we stand proud and salute our son of the soil.”

Also enthralled with Williams’s performance was leader of the opposition Hon. Sharlene Cartwright Robinson, who also called Williams a role model.

Speaking on behalf of the PDM, Robinson said: “…We are confident that he (Williams) is succeeding as he is because he not only possess a healthy body

but because he also possesses the right attitude to working hard, making sacrifices and remaining committed to the brightest future possible.”

The release added that the Grand Turk born sprinter’s hard work could be an example not just for local athletes, but for the island chain as a whole.

Political veteran Hon. Oswald Skippings, leader of the Progressive Democratic Alliance, called Williams a worthy international ambassador for the TCI. “…Your hard work, dedication and positive attitude continue to earn you great achievements. Turks and Caicos Islanders the world over are proud of you and your achievements and The Progressive Democratic Alliance takes this opportunity to wish you the very best in your pursuits and congratulate you for your impressive achievements thus far.”

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