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‘An exercise

in futility’

DEMA Director confesses frustration led her to resign PAGE Kathleen Wood, Director of the Department for 5 Environment and Maritime Affairs (DEMA), has disclosed the reasons behind her recent resignation.

REACHING NEW HEIGHTS: Cole Johnson, 16, raised $20,000 for Provo Children’s Home when he climbed Mount Kilimanjaro

‘We are fearful for our lives’

– Despair over state of Education Department buildings PAGE  4

Social activist raises funds for new ambulance

Mountain climber raises cash for kids home  15 PAGE

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More delays for corruption trial PAGE  11

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

August 16 - 22, 2014

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NEWS

August 16 - 22, 2014

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Concrete is cracked and breaking apart

Ceiling panels are missing and wires are exposed

The paint is peeling and the roof is caving in at the Grand Turk building

‘We are fearful for our lives’ – Despair over state of Education Department buildings “THE BUILDING is deplorable. The walls are peeling. The roof is caving in. The doors cannot lock. The walls are falling down. It’s just a terrible place to work in.” Those were the words of a disgruntled employee at the Education Department who spoke to the Weekly News on behalf of her colleagues this week. The staff member, who asked to remain anonymous, hit out at the state of the Government buildings on a social media public forum on Wednesday (August 13). She said being forced to work in such deplorable conditions is a “shame and a disgrace” and posted photographs of a shabby and

deteriorated building. After being contacted by the newspaper the employee explained that workers have spoken out to the Government about the issues “over and over” but to no avail. She said that 11 people work in the department’s three buildings opposite HJ Robinson High School in Grand Turk, which have had problems since before hurricane Ike struck in 2008. “It’s uncomfortable. When it rains some offices get flooded out. The store room is like a river. “We are fearful for our lives, maybe one day this building will collapse on us or someone from the public.”

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Vaden Delroy Williams, Shadow Minister for Government Support Services, released a press statement on Thursday condemning the Government’s inaction. “Whilst we are hoping to see some level of repairs for the 14 Government schools around the Islands, focus has also been turned to the state of the Department of Education in Grand Turk where the administrators of our schools are to operate and where the Minister of Education and Deputy Premier ought to frequently visit. “I am disappointed with the condition of Government buildings on a whole and the lack of attention that is being paid to them.

“This is obvious by the lack of funding allocated and approved in the recent budget.” He said that the state of the Department of Education building is sadly the norm for too many places where civil servants are expected to work at high levels of productivity. “The building is in a dangerous state and is in urgent need of repairs. Yet day after day, staff is expected to enter the building and is expected to feel safe. “I cry shame of this Government whose priorities are just not in favour of the safety and wellbeing of its people.” When contacted for a comment on the situation on Thursday (August

14) Minister of Education, Youth and Sports Akierra Missick told the Weekly News: “The building that the Department of Education zone two occupies is managed and maintained by the Ministry of Government Support Services. “They are responsible for ensuring the buildings which house public servants and Government departments are to code and proper standards.” Meanwhile Russell Cox, Deputy Permanent Secretary of Government Support Services said: “This is one of the buildings in our estate that we have on our programmes to do some repairs, with in this financial year.” (RB)

Foreign Office minister Mark Simmonds resigns JUNIOR Foreign Office minister Mark Simmonds has resigned from the UK government. The former Minister for Overseas Territories visited the TCI in 2012 when he toured the country and met with leading politicians. “The UK government is determined to ensure that the positive progress continues in TCI and that there is no repeat of the scenario that led to suspension of democratic government,” he said prior to his visit. Prime Minister David Cameron’s spokeswoman said Simmonds made the decision to step down on August 4 and it was nothing to do with the events in

Former Minister for Overseas Territories Mark Simmonds

Gaza. Simmonds wrote to Cameron saying he has decided not to stand in his Boston and Skegness seat at the

general election next year. No 10 said that Cameron was told of his decision several weeks ago and that it was unrelated to Philip Hammond’s appointment as foreign secretary. Downing Street also said Simmonds had stayed on for several days extra to chair meetings at the UN related to his Africa work. Mark Simmonds is the second minister to resign from the Foreign Office in the last week. Fellow Foreign Office minister Baroness Warsi resigned last Tuesday in protest at the government’s policy on Gaza.

August 16 - 22, 2014

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‘An exercise in futility’ DEMA Director confesses frustration led her to resign KATHLEEN Wood, Director of the Department for Environment and Maritime Affairs (DEMA), has disclosed the reasons behind her recent resignation. She said that she is fed up trying to convince decision makers and the TCI public that taking care of the natural environment, the backbone of the country’s economy, is supreme to economic gain. Earlier in the week, the Weekly

News caught up with Wood, whose contract came to an end on August 15, to chat to her about her reasons for resignation. Wood shared that issues such as a grossly underfunded and understaffed department, little to no attention to environmental concerns by officials, lack of care from the public and her feelings of futility in effecting change despite her efforts, all influenced her decision to vacate

Special dispensation needed for TCI children with no legal status - PDM SEAN Astwood, Deputy Leader and Member of Parliament for Five Cays, wants the Government to put measures in place so that the children born in the TCI to foreign nationals can gain employment. This initiative will be taken to the House of Assembly in the form of a private member’s motion when the house meets this week. Astwood is suggesting that a special category and conditions, mandated by law, be established to allow young people who are finding it difficult to find work because they do not have any form of legal TCI status, as they are unable to obtain a work permit or permanent resident certificate, to be able to do so. “There is an increasing and long term problem of children being born in the Turks and Caicos Islands to parents who are not Turks and Caicos Islanders and those children who may have not been born in the Islands but have been here all of their lives,” Astwood said in a press statement. He stated that while he recognises that this is a problem the TCI has struggled to keep up with, a viable solution needs to be

created. “A number of these children have now passed through all levels of our education system and benefited tremendously from our education and healthcare system, the latter, most time at the cost of tax payers. “As the Turks and Caicos Islands continues to be affected by under population and a growing pressure to increase our franchise or in more layman’s terms create more permanent residences and Turks and Caicos Islanders, we must seek sensible ways in which to fill our needs that will allow these children to be fully assimilated with the results being a true benefit to our country.” He added that the fact of the matter is that these children are in the TCI and are not going anywhere and something must be done to address this issue. He said he hopes the discussion his motion will spark will also ignite solutions. “We must address these issues head on and once and for all seek to implement recommendations made since 2004 by the people of this country in this critical area,” Astwood said.

the post. She said that until such a time where the environment is prioritised as a national concern, the TCI will continue to see declines in the environment, and she nor any other director can stop this negative trend. Protecting the environment needs to become part of the TCI’s culture, Wood stated, frustration evident in her voice. “I hope that does transpire because there is not much of a future ahead for this country if the negative trajectory that we’re on right now continues. “If there is nothing to stop the downward spiral that we’re currently on and which we see evidence everywhere of - the decline in fisheries, in the lobster and conch stocks – there are a lot of signs that the environment is in trouble. “And the only way to change that is first we need the resources that are required to turn it around and secondly we need to have every single person in this country take responsibility for the part that they have to play in maintaining the natural resources of the country.” Asked if she has ever raised these concerns with the Government, she said this has been done repeatedly, with little to no avail. “My whole mantra, the whole time I was there I was constantly trying to raise awareness and to try and instil in decision makers the urgency that something be done. “I tried to find alternative funding so the Government wouldn’t have to provide additional revenue that was needed.” She said she has been trying to get the TCI to sign on to the Caribbean challenge initiative, which several other Caribbean countries have signed on to, but has been unable to persuade decisions makers. The initiative is one that provides matching funding from private sector donors to money that the Government allocates to environmental issues. “I have written Cabinet papers to

Former Director of DEMA, Kathleen Wood

try and get the TCI involved – it’s a ‘win win’ scenario for us to get involved in something like this and I was never able to get that sorted. “That was just one of the initiatives I tried to launch and I got very little support, either economically or in spirit.” She noted that even more important than giving money, the heart and soul of the people of the country need to be involved; and this is missing in the TCI. Although Wood was clear that she does not lay all of the blame with the policy makers, she is frustrated with the lack of progress and her inability to get anyone to pay attention to glaring problems. “I don’t blame the policy makers entirely – they respond to what the public priorities are – but frustration is definitely there. “I am no enemy of hard work, anyone who worked with me during my tenure knows I worked day and night, I lived that job. “I had no life outside of being the Director of DEMA for two years, none.” She said weekends, late nights and early mornings, were the norm as the department is understaffed and the need is great. “However, as much as I know I am not afraid of hard work, I have no tolerance for futility. “I really got to the point where until the TCI is ready to make the kind of commitment that it needs to make to protect the environment, there is nothing I can do. “I got to the point where I felt although I wanted to make some significant achievement during the time I was there, unless the big picture changes I was wasting my time.” Wood said she arrived at a moment where sacrificing her life for the job was no longer worth it, not with the mentality of the country. “It is not worth it for me to give so much of myself when the country doesn’t really want or doesn’t seem to prioritise environment for itself;

and as one person you can’t fight or win against that.” The former director stated that there is not a single person in the TCI who does not owe their livelihood in some way the environment; yet it continues to be taken for granted. She said that she has been visiting the Islands since 1990 and there has been a shocking decline in coral health, water quality, deforestation, major fishery stocks have declined, and other major indicators that there is a big problem in the TCI in terms of sustainability. “Yet I think there is general sense that people think the environment will take care of itself, but it won’t.” Asked what she thinks the reason for this mentality is Wood said she believes it is one of role models. “I think that they don’t have any good role models. Historically development has been seen as the ultimate goal of the Turks and Caicos and so all of the energy and effort and public mind are going towards encouraging development.” She pointed out that not all development is good, sometimes it costs more than it actually gives the country. Meanwhile, as for her next move, the former director said she will be going back to environmental consultancy, which she did for the Bahamas, TCI and USA prior to taking on the directorship of DEMA. She will also be pursuing her PhD. “I am honoured and privileged to be able to serve as the Director for the Environment of TCI, I found it to be the most challenging work I have ever done,” Wood said. She added that she hopes the TCI gets to the point where it finally can give the environment the proper respect and attention it needs. “Not just from the decision makers, but from the people in general, the whole country needs to understand and respect the value of the environment which contributes towards everybody’s livelihood.” (DI)

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

August 16 - 22, 2014

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

Fake drugs warning

A THRIVING trade in counterfeit pharmaceuticals is taking place in the TCI, according to Clarence Selver, Opposition appointed member of the House of Assembly. In a recent parliamentary session he said that reports have reached him that up to 40 percent of drugs sold are fake. Are you aware of this trade? What do you think should be done to tackle the issue?

Test the theory

First and foremost, samples of the named medications should be obtained and sent to a reputable lab for analysis. Secondly, the Government must put in place laws to protect the citizenry from bogus, unscrupulous pharmacists or providers and randomly analyse medications from their inventory. Finally, if these are found to be accurate, close the business down.

An easy target

This is indeed very concerning but sadly it is not new. My understanding is that there has been for years, a steady flow of fake drugs or contraband drugs coming from the Dominican Republic. It is not only being sold here, but families believe it is responsible for the death(s) of their loved ones. From Viagra to OTC drugs to strong prescriptions; all mirroring the real thing to the detriment potentially of the consumer! It has been coming in by the suitcase loads but because there is no real attention of which the public is aware given to the very serious nature of this crime. This matter has also received police and health warnings before in the TCI in recent years, as officers have reacted to news reports. I am happy for the momentum the subject is getting now that it has been expressed in the House of Assembly more formally and thanks to your articles and this opinion piece. As such a small jurisdiction, the Turks and Caicos Islands must be alert to what our neighbours are up to - good and bad! Our proximity often times means these black market industries can spill over, and in negligence or ignorance we make ourselves an easy target.

Prioritise other issues

Fake? And up to 40 percent, does that mean between nought percent 40 percent? Utter nonsense! What about unemployment? Look at more meaningful issues and let the police do its

work, as required, not MPs. The only places where one can acquire ‘legal drugs’ are the pharmacies, and is the MP referring that the pharmacies are engaging in illegalities. I am not hearing of any searches and arrests. Our MPs must have other important things to talk about, rather than phantom items of public scares! And I do hope that the Integrity Commission is monitoring these allegations in support of good governance.

Stop playing politics

I think the whole world knows that people import prescription drugs from Haiti and sell them in candy jars at the neighbourhood petty shops in their area. We need to stop playing politics and stop spraying perfume on faces. I have personally seen people coming from the airport with pharmaceutical drugs - I think the customs officers are afraid to search them. We are all walking on ice in the Turks and Caicos Islands, everybody has so many rights other than Turks and Caicos Islanders born and breed. If we make victims of villains, what can we expect? I would like you all to call a spade a spade and put up or shut up.

Wide open statement

First I ever heard of it. What kind of drugs? Pain killers, anti-inflammatory, diuretics, emetics? Forty percent seems pretty high for fake drugs. Why would one buy fake drugs, not through a pharmacist? The kind of drugs that are bought in Kingstown or Five Cays are not fake for sure they get you high as a kite! Does he mean unregulated pharmaceuticals, perhaps brought in illicitly from other islands as a cost saver, much like Viagra is bought on line to save money? There is plenty more than pharmaceuticals being smuggled in here daily. Why don’t we focus our efforts and energies on handguns and narcotics like cocaine and crack? It seems to be a pretty wide open statement without any backup to be able to take any action.

No exception

As usual the Health Minister leads from behind. What she said in parliament had little to do with dealing with the problem. This is to be expected as she has no experience in this field only banking. Drug problems are everywhere in the world today and we are no exception. Young folks who cannot find employment or those that believe they have no future turn to drugs. Prescription drugs are the new wave. Suddenly we are back in the days when drugs bought down our chief minister.

Idle hands

History begins to repeat itself. Drugs are everywhere in Provo, Grand Turk and to some extent in North Caicos. Widespread alcohol is the drug of choice for idle Government workers, emergency medical services workers and even those in charge drink too much sometime during working hours. Accidents were the result. Idle hands are the devils workshop is the old saying and when booze gets old, pills take over because they are no longer controlled by the Government clinics. They are taken with the booze. How much lower can we go before we start to climb back out of this 10 year old hellhole?

Alternatives

If we promoted a healthy wellness lifestyle of good eating with way more fruits and veggies, exercise, stress management, most people would not need drugs.

Dangerous and deadly

I’m not surprised. We have thousands of illegal business operating in this country. Multi millions leaving our shores annually from illegally generated funds that our country is not benefitting from.

Counterfeit pharmaceuticals could only be used to supply the thousands of illegal persons who do not want to risk going through proper channels. This is a dangerous and deadly practice.

Generic or fake?

The report from last week does not contain any specific details as to why 40 percent of drugs in TCI are thought to be counterfeit. A figure this high is completely implausible and would make TCI the counterfeit drug capital of the world! The TCI is lacking any pharmaceutical laws but it is fortunate that most licensed pharmacies voluntarily choose to operate to international standards. It is highly unlikely that licensed pharmacies are supplying fake drugs but they are obligated to supply generic drugs under the National Health Insurance Plan (NHIP). Perhaps Mr Selver was confusing generic drugs with fake drugs? It is standard practice for health insurance companies to specify supply of generic drugs where possible as this does not affect the efficacy of the treatment. Generic drugs are rarely counterfeit as there would be little profit to be made in manufacturing a fake generic. Of more concern is the supply of prescription medicines without the supervision of a pharmacist. This practice has been ongoing for years, even in licensed pharmacies and directly compromises patient safety.

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August 16 - 22, 2014

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Marion Williams from Providenciales has already raised $6,000 of her target $40,000

Many of the country’s ambulances are in a state of disrepair

Social activist raises funds for new ambulance

A CHARITABLE resident has begun a fundraising drive for a new ambulance, despite the Government’s promises that it will buy a fleet of new vehicles very soon. Marion Williams from Providenciales has already raised $6,000 of her target $40,000 which will go towards the purchase of a fully equipped truck for the emergency medical services (EMS). She hopes to raise the remainder of the cash within a few months and believes the vehicle will arrive in the TCI long before the Government finally makes their purchases. “We see that the Government are willing but they’re not ready,” she told the Weekly News on Thursday (August 14). At the end of last year the

Weekly News exposed a number of failings in the ambulance service that caused lives of the public to be put at risk. Insufficient numbers of workers, elderly equipment and badly maintained trucks were among the issues that were highlighted by former frontline employees. And it was all down to a lack of funding and cooperation from the Government’s Ministry of Health, they said. In January this year Porsha Stubbs Smith, Minister of Health and Human Services, released plans for a “revitalisation initiative” for EMS. Among the measures promised to improve the country’s shoddy ambulance service were an in depth review of the department, a new

Lawyers want more money to defend corruption accused LAWYERS for the nine former Government officials are still complaining about the legal aid fees they are being paid by the TCI judiciary to represent their clients. Information reaching the Weekly News is that the lawyer for one of the defendants has already resigned and there is indication that some others are leaning towards a similar course of action. Sources close to the case have also disclosed that this could cause the trial, which has been pushed back to December 1 from its previous dates of July 7 then October 6, to be even further delayed.

Issues have again been raised by the lawyers, most of who are based overseas, about the brief fees and the subsistence for their stay in the Turks and Caicos Islands. They are currently being paid $150,000 for the trial, while the brief fee and expenses are separate. Last year, the Privy Council had denied a petition brought by the defence for an increase in the fees. This was following the defeat of the judicial review to challenge the registrar’s offer in the Supreme Court, and a similar failure in the Court of Appeal. (DI)

director, new ambulances and more training. She explained that in the 2013/2014 budget a capital project was approved for the purchase of two new ambulances – one for Providenciales and one for North and Middle Caicos. However no offers were made when the project was first tendered in November 2013 so it was extended three times. Two additional ambulances to support operations on the family islands were also set to be included

the Ministry of Health’s list of capital projects for 2014/2015. This April Stubbs Smith admitted that none of the TCI’s four working ambulances were operating at “optimal level” and no-one had responded to the tender request. She added that staff were lacking vital medical equipment but said this would be addressed during the 2014/15 financial year. In June the lengthy tendering process was dropped and instead the Government announced it will purchase the vehicles directly in

Under the tree

order to get them on the roads as soon as possible. In July’s budget it allocated an additional $300,000 to the fund which increased the total to be spent on the vehicles to $500,000. However Williams is unhappy with the current state of the service and has taken the matter into her own hands. “Most of the ambulances are out of date,” she said, “and the way Provo is growing now we could use continued 

By Benneth Williams

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August 16 - 22, 2014

Dolphin cove will harm TCI’s economy and cost jobs - former DEMA director NOW that she has vacated the post of Director of the Department for Environment and Marine Affairs, Kathleen Wood is sparing no words for what she sees as the perils involved with the dolphinarium project. In correspondence to the Weekly News, Wood took on the controversial issue, but from a different perspective than has been publicised. She noted that while discussions of animal welfare are important for TCI and should definitely take place, a much simpler reason to refuse the project exists. “Simply put, Dolphin Cove will harm TCI’s economy and will cost more jobs than it generates.” She noted that while the Finance Minister has stated that the Dolphin Cove project on Grand Turk will generate revenue from accommodation tax, he has not cited any other economic benefits associated with the project, although it is generally assumed that the project will provide fares for taxi drivers and a handful of jobs. She added that jobs and tax revenues are undoubtedly positive, but an adequate assessment of the economic costs and benefits of the Dolphin Cove must include other considerations. The truth, Wood stated, is that all projects carry benefits and costs, and the TCI cannot risk allowing developments where costs will ultimately outweigh benefits. And while politicians and local media are quick to point out the positive aspects of the proposed development, the negative consequences associated with

opening a captive dolphin attraction on the island of Grand Turk are numerous and have gone largely unreported, she added. She pointed out that one of the main negative impacts of the development is the fact that Dolphin Cove is a Jamaican-based, publicly traded company, with no TCI partners or shareholders. Therefore, she said, all the profits from the business will be exported from the TCI, rather than remaining in the local economy. “Grand Turk Cruise Centre (GTCC) is a prime example of this phenomenon. Although GTCC generates millions of dollars annually, a relatively small percentage of those dollars makes its way into Grand Turk’s economy,” Wood noted. Another telling disadvantage is that a finite number of passengers will get off of cruise ships to visit the facility. “Research shows that cruise ship passengers will book one excursion at most during their stopover at a single destination. “If they go to Dolphin Cove, they will not be taking tours with local water sports operators, local taxi drivers, local tour companies, etc. because the number of people getting off the cruise ships will not change, every visitor that goes to Dolphin Cove is a visitor who will not be giving their business to a locally based company. “Dolphin Cove will therefore not create business opportunities, but will instead take them away from local businesses.” She added that locally based companies provide far more jobs

Former DEMA Director Kathleen Wood

and economic benefits than foreign companies because all the revenue generated through these businesses stays in the local economy, creating more jobs in other sectors. “When Dolphin Cove takes customers away from local businesses, it will result in negative impacts across the economy; and with less customers, local business will have to let staff members go.” This is going to create higher unemployment across Grand Turk, other businesses will suffer, and the economy will decline. She said another factor is that in the TCI image matters and the country has spent several decades developing a credible brand based on environmental values of high integrity. Keeping intelligent, emotionally sensitive beings in captivity for the exclusive purposes of providing profits for a corporation and entertaining cruise ship passengers can never be construed as environmentally conscientious, the former director argued. In fact, she added, the

containment of marine mammals is now receiving so much negative publicity worldwide that several countries have passed laws banning the captivity of these animals. “Furthermore, a global trend is developing in the tourism sector, whereby tour companies are refusing to book travel to places where marine mammals are held in captivity. “Southeast Airlines has now cancelled a 20 plus year partnership with Sea World due to public outcry against that corporation, and Richard Branson of Virgin (an investment group) has also pledged to stop engaging in business with companies that exploit marine mammals. “Other tour companies are posturing to follow suit.” Wood said that by allowing the exploitation of marine mammals for profit, TCI’s current ‘green’ brand will become a blatant hypocrisy, and the high-end tourism clientele the country has been grooming for decades will turn away from TCI in disgust, taking their dollars with them. She noted that the negative impacts she has identified do not take into consideration the environmental impacts that will be associated with the project, such as reduced conch stocks and coral reef degradation, which will have further negative economic impacts. Dolphin Cove has promised they will be providing 20 jobs on Grand Turk, including 10 positions largely seen as skilled positions, to be held by expatriates, and 10 positions viewed as Belonger positions. According to the Dolphin Cove’s TCI Facebook page, the Belonger positions include a pirate presenter

Gov’t endorses setup of SME centre A CENTRE geared towards supporting small and medium sized enterprises will soon be established by private sector organisations in association with the TCI Government. The decision to establish the facility – to be named the Centre for Entrepreneurial Development – was endorsed by members when Cabinet met on Thursday (August 7). The centre will comprise of a steering committee of key stakeholders including the Bankers Association, private sector representatives, Government officials and private consultants. In the 2014/2015 Budget, the Government allocated $700,000 to help strengthen investment and create employment opportunities in the TCI, with particular focus on

the creation of small and medium sized businesses. A further $50,000 has been assigned to the formation of credit union legislation which is intended to encourage and facilitate saving and provide another avenue for young people to borrow money to open businesses for themselves. The Government is also looking to draw funding from the Caribbean overseas countries and territories SME initiative programme, which is being funded with €15 million from the European Union under the 10th European Development Fund (EDF). A consultant from the EU is expected back in the TCI sometime in the near future to assess the TCI’s progress towards achieving the required objectives for funding.

Last month, Minister of Finance Washington Misick extended an invitation to all local businesses to work along with the Government in outlining projects and proposals for possible financial grants from the EU fund. The objectives to be met for funding are – strengthening of the capacity of the Governments of the Caribbean OCTs to service the business sector, improve the capacity of business service organisations to engage in public private policy and administrative reform dialogue with Governments and provide services to their constituency of SMEs. And to promote stronger collaboration, trade and investment relations among the EU, CARIFORUM and the Caribbean OCTs.

The EU fund has allocated €3.9 million for the policy, administrative and legislative framework to support SME – a step that the TCI Government is currently working on. Another grant of €4.9 million will go towards supporting business service organisations and SMEs, while €2.53 million will facilitate regional collaboration, trade and investment relations. Other funded areas include the enhancement of communication and visibility of these businesses which would be aided by a grant of €300,000, €1.7 million will go towards management and collaboration, €170,000 for monitoring, external evaluation and auditing and €1.5 million for contingencies, rounding out the €15 million EU grant. (DI)

($8 an hour), one-man band ($15 an hour), food and beverage vendor ($8 an hour), gardener/landscaper ($8 an hour) coconut water vendor (not paid and vendor must provide coconuts and half his or her revenues to Dolphin Cove), pottery craftsman/ salesperson (also not paid and vendor will have to provide half his or her revenues to Dolphin Cove), security guard ($6 an hour), cleaner ($6 an hour), among several others. Wood noted that each of the Belonger positions is a low-wage job, with little opportunity for advancement. “On the other hand, several business opportunities on Grand Turk currently exist for whale watching and dolphin, shark and stingray interaction in the wild.” She added that a brief look at Trip Advisor reveals that at least eight Belonger-owned businesses are currently engaged in these activities. And they contribute millions of dollars annually to the economy of Grand Turk and provide sustainable, well-paying jobs and business opportunities for Belongers. Wood stated that: “The potential for the development of this sector is large, given Grand Turk Cruise Centre’s anticipation of the arrival of 1 million visitors this year. “While the speculative economic benefits of the proposed Dolphin Cove have been over-emphasised, and none of the potential negative impacts have been brought to the public’s attention.” She said that if the public realised that Dolphin Cove will probably result in reduced tours for the local tour companies in TCI, a net loss of job opportunities, no net gain in taxi fares and reduced overall visitor arrivals to TCI, due to organised boycotts by individuals and holiday networks and general disgust by the savvy high-end tourism market, public support would certainly turn against the project. The former director is calling on people to educate themselves on all of the facts surrounding Dolphin Cove and not to swallow wholesale what they are being told by the authorities. “Then, we should stand together as a community to keep this economic, environmental and ethical atrocity from tarnishing the beautiful by nature TCI shores forever,” she said. Chairman of Dolphin Cove, Stafford Burrowes recently revealed that the million dollar project which has been delayed for two years is set to start next year. In addition to the proposed developments in the TCI (Grand Turk and Providenciales), the company is set to open a similar park in St. Lucia. All three projects are slated to cost between four and six million to get off the ground. (DI)

August 16 - 22, 2014

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Judge Harrison’s trial without a jury decision challenged ON AUGUST 25, the Court of Appeal will hear arguments for and against Justice Paul Harrison’s decision not to grant the ten corruption accused a trial by jury. All of the defendants have appealed the June 23 decision by the British appointed Jamaican jurist, the registrar David Chetwynd this week confirmed to the Weekly News. The hearing will run until August 29. The defendants are Michael Misick, Floyd Hall, McAllister Hanchell, Lillian Boyce, Jeffrey Hall, Clayton Greene, Thomas ‘Chal’ Misick, Lisa Hall, Melbourne Wilson and Earlson Robinson. Harrison’s decision, while unsurprising to many, has dealt a potentially crippling blow to the defence case. Courtenay Griffiths, lawyer for ex-Premier Michael Misick, had previously pointed to the

importance of the trial without a jury decision on the entire trial. He said that either way, there would have been an appeal of Harrison’s decision. The Special Investigation and Prosecution Team (SIPT) had made the application for the accused to have a trial by judge, and not by jury. The application is in keeping with the Trial Without a Jury 2010 Ordinance, which was enacted by former Governor Gordon Wetherell. The new law takes away an accused’s automatic right to a jury trial. If Harrison’s decision is upheld by the Court of Appeal, this case will be the first time the law will be tested. Under section 7, subsection 1 of the ordinance, the Court of Appeal’s decision is final. This means that appeal to the Privy Council is out of the question. (DI)

Immigrants captured by TCI Border Control and escorted to the Detention Centre to await deportation

Borders under tight watch after Haitian jailbreak BY DAISY HANDFIELD

Christopher Stevenson Taylor better known as ‘Cargo’.

Man charged for damaging slot machine A man who banged and broke a slot machine after losing his money was charged in Providenciales Magistrate's Court for vandalism. Christopher Stevenson Taylor, better known as ‘Cargo’ appeared before Magistrate Jolyon Hatmin on Wednesday (August 13) where he pled guilty to the charge. He was ordered to pay the cost of $375 to replace the machine and a $500 fee on top of that, totalling $875.

Taylor was given until September 12 to pay the fine in its totality or he will have to spend 30 days in Her Majesty Prison in Grand Turk. The incident is said to have taken place on April 9 at La Mancha Restaurant on the Airport Road, Providenciales, owned by Kelvin Williams. Taylor testified that he had a couple of drinks and then hit the screen of the gambling machine too hard which caused it to crack. (DH)

THE TCI Ministry of Border Control and Labour has the TCI borders under scrutiny after the recent outbreak of prison inmates in Haiti. Permanent Secretary Clara Gardiner told the Weekly News on Wednesday (August 13) that officials are carefully monitoring the borders in case any of the escapees attempt to cross into TCI waters. She said: “We note the unfortunate events of the breakout in Haiti; we are working with our partners in Border Control as well as the Radar Station, which is a department within our ministry, to enhance surveillance of our territorial waters.” Gardiner confirmed that the ministry is in contact with UK representatives in Haiti and regular dialogue is going ahead with the Haitian authorities in the TCI to monitor the situation as well as to be aware of new developments. On Sunday (August 10) dozens of Haitian nationals escaped a highsecurity prison near Haiti’s capital Port-au-Prince. According to an article in the JA Observer, the escape took place after an insubordination which erupted in the jail that day. A lawmaker on the scene told JA Observer reporters that it was a spectacular escape, there was no battle and a hundred inmates fled the prison. “We were able to catch 13 escapees,” said police spokesman Garry Desrosier, adding authorities were still searching for others, though he refused to give the reporters an exact number. Among those on the loose, he said, is Clifford Brandt, an influential businessman jailed since 2012 on allegations of kidnapping for ransom. He added that a million-gourde

($40,000) reward is being offered for the recapture of Brandt, as authorities continued the search. Haitian police told the JA Observer that measures have been taken to reinforce border controls and embassies have been warned. Before the jail break, the prison in Croix-des-Bouquets, northeast of Port-au-Prince, held 897 inmates. The jail was built in 2012, at a cost of more than $5.7 million, financed by Canada. In the article, according to residents of the small town, several hundred people came out of the prison, running in every direction,

just moments after intense gunfire broke out in the jail. “It was a conspiracy carried out inside the prison that caused the escape. “There was no attack from outside, contrary to what had been announced,” the police spokesman explained to the reporters. Marie-Yolaine Gilles, head of a human rights group, said: “What happened is shocking when we know that this prison is very secure and, in theory, well-controlled.” Anti-riot police were deployed to restore order, while Prime Minister Laurent Lamothe also came to the scene.

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two or three new ambulances.” She asked local companies PTV and Lime if they would assist and they have recently played strategic roles in gathering funds. Telecoms company Lime has started a text campaign which allows customers to text Bus to 4946 to donate to the fund. The cost of the text is $1 and all proceeds raised will go towards the fund raising initiative. Meanwhile PTV assisted by holding a telethon at their studios with hosts Blythe Clare and the Reverend Conrad Howell, which raised $4,000. Another telethon will be held on Saturday, September 27. Those wishing to donate to the cause can make a cheque out

to Provo Senior Citizens at the Royal Bank of Canada. Ten years ago, Williams threw open the doors to a school for children with special needs. The much-needed multifunctional facility, now known as the SNAP centre, revolutionised care for disabled youngsters and was built entirely on donations. In addition to schoolrooms it comprises areas for play and relaxation to give parents some respite while helping children progress and develop. Williams now has her hands full raising cash for the Islands’ first residential home for the elderly. She has created plans for the $350,000 facility which will eventually accommodate 60 people. (RB)

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Lengthy Gov’t admin process is unacceptable Dear Editor Let me begin by saying that I am a born and bred Turks and Caicos Islander. The level of slackness displayed by Government workers is appalling! I applied for my son’s birth

certificate four months ago and cannot receive it as of now. I called both Provo and Grand Turk offices and do you believe they have the nerve to tell me: “We lost the form, you gotta do it over.” Really?! This is unacceptable and

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something has to be done! I know people who have been waiting over a year for something that should take two to three business days. How am I to take my son to InterHealth Canada for his monthly check ups if he doesn’t have his birth certificate to get his National Health Insurance Plan (NHIP) card? Am I to send the bill to the Government to be paid? Someone needs to step in and make sure something is done. When you go in to the office all they give you is attitude not even a good morning or afternoon as if they are doing you a favour when you’re paying your money for these services. I’ve spoken to other people and everyone has the same complaint. I am asking that something be done about this matter because there is no way that something that only needs three days can take four months. This makes absolutely no sense! Signed, A very upset mother Blue Hills, Providenciales

Appealing scholarship decision Dear Editor, My name is Nevsky Been, president of the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College (TCICC) and also Caricom youth ambassador of the Turks and Caicos Islands. I am writing in utmost urgency towards the recently released international scholarship list. I was shocked to receive the alarming conformation that I was not granted even a partial scholarship when I have followed all of the required guidelines, got accepted into one of the best universities in the United Kingdom and graduated from the TCICC (Turks and Caicos Islands Community College) with a GPA above the stipulated 3.0 required for international advancement. Furthermore I find it severely discouraging and an emotional downpour as I have received international recognition from my university which offered

me a reduced tuition fee to be a university ambassador, and also the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists, United Kingdom, which is the biggest architectural technologist association within the UK has processed my application portfolio and granted me student membership. I am looking towards making an appeal at the board’s decision toward my application and hope that it will bear fruition, but I also ask upon the community that I have been serving as both president of TCICC student guild and youth ambassador of the Turks and Caicos Islands to not look away from troubling or misleading acts, but as a small community reassess the on-goings and aid in the conclusion towards positive, genuine results. Yours kindly, Nevsky Been, Providenciales

COMMENTARY

Food for thought FOOD for thought is current world events which will, not might, effect the future of the TCI. The US stock market hit its peak and has begun a decline. There may be pauses in the downward spiral but it is doomed to drop dramatically. This is because stocks are artificially inflated. The actions of the US Federal Reserve, (the Fed), keeping interest rates near zero have driven most conservative investors and managers of the USA 401 programmes into stocks where dividends are better than what US banks offer on savings and certificates of deposit.

The Fed has made it clear that at some point it must raise rates to deter inflation. It has been propping up the US economy’s weakest recovery from the banking, housing and war debts of previous administrations. The policies of President Clinton resulted in a serious decline in the stock prices of Reagan-Bush years. Downturn in the prospects for business under Bill, not the Fed caused that decline. The point for the TCI is that the middle and upper class tourists who could afford their expensive vacations are at some point to be deterred. Beaches’ advertised 65 percent summer discounts may continue into

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the future prime winter months. The US economy is also strained by national debt which has doubled to $17 trillion in the last six years. Will the US borrow more to rebuild its infrastructure? The new lighter weight cars cannot take the bumps of US potholes. The resurgence of Putin’s Russia and the mess in the terrorist ruled Middle Eastern countries will deter future TCI investors. American business is on the ropes. For decades imports have greatly exceeded imports by billions. American gold is going overseas is the result of Clinton’s free trade policies. Americans buy foreign products

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

duty free while American products are subject to stiff duties everywhere including in the TCI. While Clinton babbled away at the recent African business conference the Africans concentrated on the cost of energy. As every TC Islander knows, the TCI’s energy is the most expensive in the world and this Government, for some reason, could not care less. The TCI needs to pay attention now to those crossing our borders from countries who harbour terrorists en route to the USA.

With the possibility of shooting wars returning to haunt the world, could the USA reinstate their Grand Turk base? Certainly not under Obama but maybe under Hillary or a Republican president. Future President Marco Rubio may want to defend the USA’s Latin neighbours. This might result in the TCI annexation to the USA in future years. Britain would love that idea as they would be finally shot of us! Food for thought.

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Imports to TCI rise significantly – Chief statistician releases trade bulletin MERCHANDISE imports to the Turks and Caicos Islands increased by 14.8 percent during the first half of this year compared to the same period last year. Imports were valued at $187.2 million for the period when compared to $163 million in 2013. Chief statistician Shirlen Forbes announced the publication of the Turks and Caicos Trade Bulletin for first quarter on Thursday (August 14). The bulletin went on to reveal that exports from the Turks and Caicos Islands during this period were valued at $3.2 million when compared to $2.3 million during the first half of 2013. This resulted in a merchandise trade deficit of approximately $183.9 million during the first six months of 2014. This was roughly 14.4 percent or $23.2 million above the deficit recorded during the corresponding period of 2013. The increase in the trade deficit is mainly as a result of the meagre

$0.9 million increase in the value of exports when compared to the $24.2 million increase recorded in the value of imports. “Given the projected growth in the tourism and construction sectors 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,” the bulletin read. Negative trade balances were recorded on all categories of goods. Merchandise imports to the Grand Turk Harbour Master Office, the Providenciales South Dock and South Caicos Harbour Master Office increased by 8.5 percent, 17 percent and 91.4 percent respectively. The significant increase at the South Caicos Port reflects the increase in development activity on the island. The country’s main trading partner continues to be the United States with more than 80 percent of total imports arriving from the US.

More delays for corruption trial THE OCTOBER 6 trial of former Premier, Michael Misick and nine other corruption accused has encountered further delays, and is now set to start on December 1. On July 31, the presiding Judge, Paul Harrison, made a court order to that effect following a hearing (via teleconference) with the attorneys from the Special Investigations and Prosecution Team (SIPT) and the defence lawyers, this publication has learned. From December 1 to 12, the SIPT will be making their opening remarks, setting out their case against Misick and the other defendants. During this time, the court order states that no witnesses will be called. Court will then recommence on January 5, 2015. The order also vacated the pre-trial hearing which was fixed for September 15, to begin on October 21. Additionally, the specialty argument that Misick’s attorney, Courtenay Griffiths intends to put forward on his

Power company invests in new generator A THIRD Wartsila 20V32 generation unit has been placed on order by FortisTCI to ensure the company is prepared to meet future electricity demand in the TCI. The signing for the new 8.75 MW engine took place on June 10 and once installed it will help to meet projected load growth, based on economic development data, until 2018. Installation and commissioning of the latest Wartsila is scheduled for completion by the end of September 2015. FortisTCI president and CEO, Eddinton Powell, said: “The load on the electricity system is determined by customers’ demand. “A utility company must invest to efficiently meet the load demand at all times with the most appropriate technology. “The new Wartsila engines are the most technologically advanced in the world.” Other investments by FortisTCI for generation also include alternative sources of

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energy. The company believes that no new form of generation should increase the cost to customers or reduce the safety and reliability in service. A press release from the company said that diesel continues to be the best generation option the TCI. But it continues to evaluate the applicability of other forms of energy options such as liquefied natural gas, compressed natural gas, liquefied petroleum gas, and renewable energy such as wind and solar. “The company maintains that all proper research locally must be done before implementing any new forms of generation,” the release read. The 35 kW solar pilot project that was initiated at the company’s headquarters on Providenciales in early 2014 is fully operational and being monitored. Data from the project will be assessed to determine economic viability and effectiveness on a utility scale.

A wind turbine pilot project is scheduled to begin in 2015 for the purpose of gathering necessary data. Both projects will further assist the country’s energy provider with determining the conditions in which interconnection of renewable energy systems to the electricity grid can occur. Investments have also recently been made in Salt Cay, where a new multipurpose generation building is in the final stages of completion. This new building will house two generating units, storage space for tools and equipment, and proper employee working space for personnel. The project will help to ensure the customers of Salt Cay continue to receive the same level of reliability in service available across the Islands. This investment likewise, prepares FortisTCI for any future load growth that may occur on Salt Cay. These projects are in total an estimated $10.5 million.

client’s behalf will be heard on October 23 and 24. Griffiths’ argument is that Misick was extradited on one charge, but upon arrival in the Turks and Caicos Islands, he was slapped with several others. The extradition rule of specialty (doctrine of specialty), represents one method by which parties to an extradition treaty control and insures the integrity of the extradition process. This doctrine embodies the theory in international law that compels the requesting state to prosecute the extradited individual on only those offences for which the requested country granted extradition. However, while defendants often claim a violation of the treaty under this doctrine, many courts and authorities believe that extradition treaties confer rights only upon nations as parties to the treaty, and not

upon the individuals subjected to the extradition. In Misick’s case, he was extradited on a charge of conspiracy to bribe, but on May 27 a slew of offences were read to him and to which he pleaded not guilty These were conspiracy to receive bribes, conspiracy to disguise the proceeds of crime, conspiracy to conceal or transfer the proceeds of criminal conduct and several counts of conspiracy to defraud. These charges were joined to those of the other defendants, all of whom pleaded not guilty when the charges were read to them in January. The nine other defendants are Floyd Hall, McAllister Hanchell, Lillian Boyce, Jeffrey Hall, Clayton Greene, Thomas ‘Chal’ Misick, Lisa Hall, Melbourne Wilson and Earlson Robinson. On June 23, Judge Harrison

decided that the defendants will not be afforded a jury trial. Harrison, who heard arguments on an application for a trial without a jury, said he is satisfied that in the interest of justice the trial be heard by a judge alone. His decision was based on the fact that the allegations are of wrongdoing by prominent public figures, which culminated in the Auld Inquiry and Report. Other reasons cited were the pre-trial publicity up to January this year, the complexity of the charges, heavy volume of documents, lengthy trial, dislocation of the lives of potential jurors, their loss of earnings and the disadvantage and inconvenience this would place on employers and the probable delays from adjournments in the trial. The trial was initially set to start on July 7. (DI)

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Journey to ocean’s depths

Former TCI resident John Garvin was instrumental in the success of the exciting project

A FORMER TCI resident has played a major role in fulfilling the incredible ambitions of celebrated movie director James Cameron. The creative vision behind the Terminator, Avatar and Aliens films dreamed of a journey to the deepest point in the ocean - the Mariana Trench – seven miles below sea level. And dive expert John Garvin helped to fulfil his aspirations and to bring him back from his epic adventure safe and sound. A feature length 3D documentary of their adventures will be released for the first time in cinemas across the world next week. “To be part of a team that actually dove to the bottom of the ocean was surreal - like a dream come true,” he told the Weekly News on Wednesday (August 13). UK-born Garvin has been diving since 1990 and is recognised as one of the world’s leading technical diving instructors. After years of teaching diving in Britain he moved to the Turks and Caicos Islands where he set up and ran his own technical diving facility and ran re-breather expeditions to the world’s most remote and exciting

dive sites, including the Galápagos, Bikini, and Chuuk Lagoon. Garvin founded the Caicos Caves Project, a team of experienced cave divers dedicated to exploring the incredible underwater cave systems beneath the Islands, and is also a qualified recompression-chamber safety officer. In 2003 Garvin provided the logistics and safety diver support for Tanya Streeter’s world-recordbreaking freedive to 540 feet (160 meters). And in 2010 he worked as dive coordinator and underwater stunt consultant for the 2011 actionadventure film Sanctum. In addition to writing the screenplay, he trained the actors and stunt divers to dive re-breathers and was also featured as a stunt diver and actor in the film. In 2012 Garvin was invited to work as the sphere internal lifesupport manager in the Deepsea Challenger Expedition - ultimately being responsible for James Cameron’s safety. He was the obvious choice of candidate for the role after having previously worked with the designers of the submersible James Cameron

and Ron Allum. “I had collaborated with Jim and Ron on various diving projects, including the feature film Sanctum and they knew my background was in rebreathers, hyperbarics and cave diving,” Garvin explained. “Jim and Ron thought this unique skill set made me a good candidate to source, install, oversee and test the life support systems inside the tiny (42 inch diameter) pilot sphere.” None of the team had ever worked on submersibles before and Garvin described them as “a rag-tag bunch” from a wide range of backgrounds, including diving, engineering, aviation, sailing and the film industry. The sub was built secretly in a sleepy little factory in Sydney, Australia, but somehow the team managed to pull it off. They created a submersible capable of withstanding the crushing pressure of seven miles of water 10,900 metres - the cruising altitude of a jet airliner. Garvin’s role saw him head a team responsible for designing, integrating, testing and maintaining everything that went inside the pilot sphere. “We basically had to fit 120

August 16 - 22, 2014 complex operating systems, including life-support, ballast controls, thruster controls, computer operating systems, sonar, coms and imaging into a space not much bigger than a family-sized refrigerator.” Garvin was also the sub’s test pilot and spent several hundred hours inside a simulator he had built that reproduced the temperature and humidity the pilot would experience during long-duration dives. “Deepsea Challenger was a prototype vehicle - so the simulator allowed us to test the equipment, learn how to operate the sub and then design a number of safety practices and emergency drills in case things went wrong (which they did - as you’ll see if you watch the film!). “There are hundreds of ways to die when you dive to the bottom of the ocean. It was my job to ensure the pilot was equipped with the equipment and training to get him back safely.” Later during the expedition phase out at sea, Garvin’s role was to prep the pilot sphere and conduct pre-dive checks with the pilot before sealing the hatch and bolting him in. Once submerged he would talk to the pilot via voice coms updating him with information and troubleshooting any technical issues. The dive instructor told the Weekly News that the most memorable moment of the expedition was when Cameron called to say he had reached the bottom of the trench. “The entire ship exploded in excitement - it was like we were part

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The Deepsea Challenger submersible was designed by James Cameron and Ron Allum

Award winning movie director James Cameron and diving expert John Garvin

of the moon landing and ‘The Eagle’ had just landed. “As a kid, I remember reading about the Mariana Trench and the adventures of the bathyscaphe Trieste. “To be part of a team that actually

“Andrew was my brother-in-law and a good friend. Losing him and Mike hit everyone hard. The film is dedicated to their memory.” A feature length 3D documentary telling the story of how the crew designed, built and dove the

dove to the bottom of the ocean was surreal - like a dream come true.” Sadly two members of the expedition - expedition leader Andrew Wight and cameraman Mike deGruy - lost their lives in a helicopter accident.

submersible will be released for the first time in cinemas across the world next week. To check out the trailer or to find out more on the Deepsea Challenger Expedition visit www. deepseachallenge.com. (RB)

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Ebola risk is low but public must stay aware THE HIGHLY contagious and often deadly Ebola virus has not yet reached the Caribbean but that has not stopped the TCI Government from putting measures in place to combat any potential threat. Last week the Emergency

Ministry of Education announces scholarship awardees

THIS week the Ministry of Education, Youth, Sports and Library Services announced the recipients of the 2014 Scholarship Awards to complete tertiary level studies. The Scholarship Committee met during the period of June to July 2014 to review all applications received on or before the application deadline of the April 30, 2013. The selected awardees were successful based on the identified priority areas, grade point averages and other policy related criteria. In total, the board considered one 170 applications for further study locally, regionally and internationally. Among the approved categories were ‘Youth Work, Health, Science,’ ‘Teacher Education in the UK and the Caribbean’ and ‘Teacher Education at the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College,’ ‘Technical and Vocational’ and ‘Engineering’. People applying for study at the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College (Associates) or British West Indies College (A-Level) will be announced at a later date. A press release from the ministry on Friday (August 8) said that it wishes to congratulate all awardees and urges them to study hard so that they can return home to make their contribution to the development of the Islands. This year the ministry began its thrust toward the development and certification of all teachers and senior leaders within schools and the sum of $200,000 was earmarked for scholarships in this area over the next two years. The ministry will conduct its new Scholarship Awardee Programme for all awardees at a date and time to be announced later. All applicants will be notified in writing regarding the outcome of their application.

Committee of the World Health Organisation (WHO) discussed the Ebola virus disease (EVD) outbreak in West and Central Africa. As a result of the meeting the virus was deemed a ‘Public health emergency of international concern’. According to a press release from the Ministry of Health and Human Services on Monday (August 11) this is cause for concern for every country in the world including the Turks and Caicos Islands. Officials from the ministry have already met with the Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) in order to assess the level of risk to the TCI. CARPHA has advised that there have been no confirmed cases of Ebola in the Caribbean, and overall, the risk of becoming infected with the Ebola virus in this region remains low. However the Government is putting in place measures in order to respond to any potential threat. Standard precautionary measures include isolation facilities, protective equipment and procedures for handling patients’ bodily fluids. Information has also been shared with local health professionals so that they are able to recognise a patient with symptoms of Ebola, a travel history to an affected area and also timely alert and report to the national surveillance authorities. Ebola is a viral haemorrhagic fever. It is a severe and often fatal disease. The virus originated in the Central African rainforest and is thought to have spread to humans through the handling or butchering of infected animals such as monkeys, gorillas,

chimpanzees, forest antelopes, porcupines or bats. A recent outbreak of EVD started in March 2014 and originated in Guinea. Since this outbreak, the disease has spread to neighbouring countries. As of August 6 the total number of cases that had occurred in Guinea, Liberia, Nigeria and Sierra Leone stood at 1,779, including 961 deaths. This shows a death rate of 53 percent. According to WHO, Ebola outbreaks can have a death rate as high as 90 percent. An infected person will typically develop symptoms such as fever, headache, joint and muscle pain, sore throat, and intense muscle weakness. These symptoms start suddenly – two to 21 days after becoming infected - but onset of symptoms are more common eight to 10 days after exposure. Additional symptoms include diarrhoea, vomiting, rash, chest and abdominal pain, severe weight loss and impaired kidney and liver function. The infected person may bleed internally, and from all orifices of the body ie ears, eyes and mouth. Transmission requires direct contact with blood, mucous and other body fluids or secretions such as stool, urine, saliva and semen, of infected living or dead persons or animals. The Ebola virus can survive for several days outside the body, including on the skin of an infected person. A person is infectious as long as their blood and secretions contain the virus. Ebola virus is not spread through food or water. Anyone who has close contact with or handles bodily fluids from

Real estate merger proves fruitful THE MERGER of two TCI real estate companies has resulted major successes in high end property sales for the new organisation this year. Regency Christie’s International Estates announced their merger with Horton Realty late last autumn. The new company combined property inventories, agents and wide range of talents the firm and became the second largest real estate brokerage in the country. This year Regency Christie’s International Real Estate became the top listing broker in the TCI with $93 million worth of listings and $26 million sales in 2014. Principals Katherine Baryluk, Robert Greenwood and Walter Gardiner are delighted with synergy and look forward to strong sales performance for clients. Gardiner has many years at the top of the commercial development real estate market focused on tourism, hotels, luxury resorts, and high end estate/villa properties.

He said: “Turks and Caicos Islands is my home. It is especially appealing as an investment and commercial destination at this time, with excellent opportunities at levels.” Baryluk, a private islands specialist, added: “TCI is an amazing place to visit and an incredible place to call home. “Unexplored beauty that can't be put into words... even pictures don’t do it justice.” Greenwood, president of the Turks and Caicos Real Estate Association (TCREA), licensed auctioneer and leader in corporate management, said: “Buying a property in the Turks and Caicos Islands is about more than four walls and marble floors. “It’s about the way the Islands make you feel, about a lifestyle like no other.” Regency Christies International Real Estate offers a huge selection of properties for sale and extends their expertise across all across the Turks and Caicos Islands.

an infected person is at greater risk of becoming infected; this includes hospital workers, laboratory workers and family members caring for patients. Currently there are no vaccines or specific treatment or cure for Ebola virus disease. Patients need to be treated in intensive care with strict isolation to prevent spread of the infection. The Ministry of Health and Human Services is liaising with regional and international partners on a regular basis to receive updates about the number of cases detected and recommendations for travel and response. Although travel to the affected region is not restricted, the ministry

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strongly discourages non-essential travel at this time because of the extent of the current virus outbreak. The press release added: “In addition, we would like to advise all persons with a history of recent travel to affected countries be aware of the symptoms and signs of Ebola and report to their healthcare providers early if they develop symptoms within three weeks of travelling.” It also advised the public to practice good personal hygiene at all times. The Ministry of Health and Human Services will be hosting stakeholder meetings in the near future in addition to making plans and preparations in response to the threat of Ebola.

E Jay Saunders CEO for Digicel TCI

Islandcom will be not be blocking Tango or Viber BY DAISY HANDFIELD ISLANDCOM is the only telecommunications company in the TCI that chose not to restrict international applications such as Tango and Viber. On Tuesday (August 12) Chandra Craigg, marketing specialist for Islandcom, told the Weekly News that they understand the reasoning of their telecoms counterparts’ move to restrict their customer’s usage of the apps Viber and Tango, but at this time they are not moving to follow suit. “Communication is evolving and more and more customers are using data for all forms of communicating with others if it’s not via chat, social media, or internet phone calling,” she said. When James Pitt, general manager for Lime TCI was contacted for comment, he said that he was unable to reveal more than what was already said. “In order to maintain network quality for our customers, Lime confirms it has been reviewing unauthorised access/bypass to its networks. “As part of the review, Lime will no longer carry Viber voice calling on its networks.”

James Pitt General Manager for Lime TCI

It is understood that these applications were interfering with their sales because customers were no longer adding credit on their cell phones to call internationally, but instead were using free applications. When CEO of Digicel E Jay Saunders was contacted he confirmed that the company too will be restricting these applications. Both Tango and Viber are mobile applications that allow phone users to make free international calls and send free text messages to users who have the app. The services can be used over wifi or 3G services.

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Turks and Caicos Islands will see first ever cultural festival BY DAISY HANDFIELD THE MANAGEMENT of Couture Events along with other organisations have put together a ‘Cultural Festival’ as way to unite the different nationalities. Angel Taylor, one of the partners for the event, told the Weekly News on Wednesday (August 13) that the main objective of this initiative was to get all of the nationalities in the TCI together as one, socialising and learning about various cultures and foods as well as putting the TCI’s culture on display. “This event is an avenue to bring all of the nationalities living in the TCI together, to bring awareness of who is here and to serve as a way for us to embrace living in the TCI.” The main event is scheduled to take place on Saturday, August 30, at the National Stadium in Providenciales. Taylor said that her and her team are looking for a minimum attendance of about 2,000 people. The event will be hosted

under the theme ‘Togetherness’. Attendees can expect special appearances by ‘Beaches Parade’, ‘We Funk Junkanoo’, ‘Henry the Conch’ and the ‘Island Boys Junkanoo Group’ and ‘Breezy Beach Dancers’. In addition, each organisation in the TCI will have a team of representatives marching in the parade with their country flag and wearing their country colours. Following the parade everyone is welcome to join together at the National Stadium where there will be live performances by international soca artists, KES the Band and Kerwin Du Bois, along with the TCI’s V6 Band Boys, Haitian band Obstak, Beaches Dancers, Filipino Dance Group and music by DJ Shakes. General tickets are going for $50 or $75 at the door and VIP $150. Tickets can be purchased by calling 232-5070 or 2325248. Among sponsors are The Wine Cellar, Budweiser, Islandcom, Beaches TCI and Point Grace.

Minister hopes to provide internet for all OFFICIALS from the technology sector took a trip to Nassau in the Bahamas this week to learn how to improve and update the country’s internet provision. Minister of Government Support Services George Lightbourne and John Williams, the director general of TCI Telecommunications Commission, together attended the 30th annual Trade and Exhibition Show. The Caribbean Association of National Telecommunication Organisations (CANTO) hosted the event, which took place from Sunday (August 10) to Friday (August 15). The body is recognised as the leading trade association in the Caribbean within the information and communications technology sector. According to a spokesperson from CANTO: “It is the only event that brings all stakeholders together under one roof to discuss issues facing the region, showcase cutting edge technology products and services, educate delegates via knowledgeable presentations and inspirational keynotes and offer dynamic networking services”.

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The theme for this year’s conference was ‘Strategic allegiances for sustainable broadband development’. Government ministers, operators, regulators, suppliers and other industry professionals from around the world were in attendance. Before leaving for the conference Lightbourne said he looked forward to engaging with key stakeholders in the industry to find ways to reduce internet costs in the TCI. He said he also hoped to find ways of accelerating the reach of broadband to local residents regardless of social strata or geographical location, and to the educational sector. “Technology is no longer a luxury but a necessity; no longer an option but a must as it is necessary for TCI to remain on the cutting edge of technology,” the minister said. Broadband refers to the wide bandwidth characteristics of a transmission medium and its ability to transport multiple signals and traffic types simultaneously. Broadband universal service is government efforts to ensure all citizens have access to internet service.

Mountain climber raises cash for kids home

A 16-year-old former TCI resident raised a massive $20,000 for Provo Children’s Home (PCH) this summer when he climbed to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro. Cole Johnson donated the cash at a small ceremony at the home in Chalk Sound, Providenciales, on August 5. Tanis Wake-Forbes, chair of the PCH board of directors, said: “We are so grateful to him and the funds will go to much needed educational programmes and operating costs of the home.” Cole was brought up in Providenciales where he lived until the age of 10. He travels back to the country on school breaks and during his last holiday worked at the Provo Children’s Home providing tutoring in school subjects to some of the children in care. This July he was fortunate enough to go on a month long journey with others his age to Africa. The group visited several villages and saw hundreds of wild animals but the highlight of his trip was his climb up Mount Kilimanjaro, all 19,341 feet. Cole decided to make his climb even more worthwhile by asking sponsors to assist him and pay him per foot climbed, raising a massive $20,000. Tanis Wake-Forbes, chair of the PCH board of directors, said: “It is absolutely wonderful that Cole, at his young age, came up with this plan to raise funds for PCH. “I have been working many years raising funds for various charities and find it quite humbling that this young man was able to raise such a significant amount for such a worthy cause. “He showed that one person can make a difference.” The children at PCH presented

Fundraiser Cole Johnson with Tanis WakeForbes, chair of the PCH board of directors

Cole with a number of handmade thank you cards and were thrilled hearing of his experiences in Africa and the climb up Mount Kilimanjaro. Proud parents Joyce and Marc Johnson said: “We are thrilled that he not only met his challenge of making it to the top but that he raised so much money for PCH. “His goal to raise $19,341 which is the height in feet of Mount Kilimanjaro seemed very ambitious to us but he wanted to go for it. “We are so grateful to all who supported him and ultimately the children at PCH.” Cole said he wanted to fundraise for the home after spending time last spring with a child from PCH. He added that he wanted to do something for Providenciales “as it is and will always be so special to me”.

“I realise how lucky I am to have had the opportunity to go on this trip, and I am so happy and proud that I was able to put that opportunity to good use and to raise over $20,000 dollars to help kids that are not so fortunate. “I thank everyone for their support - it definitely helped me make it to the top of Kili!” Wake-Forbes added: “Without the support of the TCIG, our community, our residents and visitors, the Provo Children’s Home would not be able to provide such a wonderful facility ensuring safety, security and a lot of love for our orphans and children-inneed. “Cole has demonstrated this support in an incredible way and we thank him so very much.” For more information on Provo Children’s Home visit www.pch.tc.

Daylight savings time to be maintained FOLLOWING consultation with the public and stakeholders on the maintenance of daylight saving time, the decision was taken by Cabinet on Wednesday (August 13) to keep it as the standard time of the Islands. This is according to a post Cabinet statement from the Governor’s office on Thursday. It noted that among those consulted were people from the aviation and tourism sectors, and this, in addition to the public feedback, revealed tremendous support for the proposal. “This will mean that time in the Islands will not change on November 2, 2014, when the United States of America reverts to Eastern Standard time,” the statement read. Cabinet also advised the Governor to approve the Immigration Bill

2014, which is expected to make its way to the House of Assembly in due course. Further, Governor Peter Beckingham gave his approval to the draft amendments to the Companies Ordinance. The amendments to the law will require all companies to have a registered agent. Meanwhile, at last week Thursday’s (August 7) Cabinet meeting, extensions were made to the contracts for the Chief Executive Officers of the Airports Authority and the National Health Insurance Board (NHIB) along with that of the Director of the National Insurance Board (NIB). The NIB head’s contract has been extended for one year, while the NHIB and the Airport Authority CEOs were both given two-year

contract extensions. Cabinet also heard a presentation from the Procurement Board, which recommended that R&R Construction Ltd be awarded the contract to fence the Clement Howell High School in Providenciales. In addition, approval was sought from the Governor for the National Honours and Awards (Amendment) Bill 2014 and Regulations to proceed to parliament for approval prior to its implementation. The bill seeks to amend the National Honours and Awards Ordinance to provide a revised list of national honours and awards. Additionally, Cabinet approved the recommendations of the Education Advisory Committee for the award of scholarships for tertiary level studies abroad and at TCI Community College.

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Beaches to host 5,900 travel agents FROM September to mid-December travel agents from 20 major cities in the United States and Canada will get to experience the TCI for themselves due to a partnership between Beaches Resorts and its Miami based marketing arm, Unique Vacations Inc. The travel agent familiarisation tour, cleverly dubbed ‘Mega Fam,’ will welcome thousands of topproducing wholesalers and tour operators. Resort sales manager Tanya Swann said: “We are delighted to announce that we were able to secure 20 Mega Fam tours for the Turks and Caicos this fall. “This year’s event will bring over 5,984 top selling wholesalers to our shores to not only showcase our resort, but also our beautiful by nature Turks and Caicos as a premiere tourist destination.” The annual event has already

experienced a whopping success and has proven profitable for both the resort and the Turk and Caicos Islands. Departure lounge manager Michelle Parker has seen these Mega Fam trips come and go and since the first arrival she and her team have been faithfully working with local taxi drivers to ensure that they leave a lasting final impression on the agents. “As evidenced throughout the Islands everybody is on a standstill mode with the slow season, the income revenue for our taxi drivers, our local musicians and even our porters at the international airport are down and our goal is to use Mega Fam to keep a steady income for local partners.” Parker said. Agents are also taken on a resort tour visiting various room categories of each village and will also experience a ‘dine-around’ at

Travel agents from 20 major cities in the United States and Canada will get to experience the TCI

specialty restaurants. Other entertainment includes a chocolate and martini buffet, Wet Fete festivities at Pirate Islands, and a fun night of dancing at the Liquids Night Club. Managing director Donald Daganias said that this is what they were doing during the slow season to keep their occupancy up while showcasing the Islands and maintaining steady revenue for both their employees and local partners. “We have had a great working

relationship with the major North American travel agents who have been actively promoting this destination. “The Mega Fam experience will give us the opportunity to make an impression while giving our agents hands on experience of our product and services.” Last year’s Mega Fam experience included a two day familiarisation process which commenced with a welcome check-in session with local band Corey and the Boys, followed

by a Sesame Street Parade with Kitch Penn’s We’funk Junkanoo band. Travel agents will also have the opportunity to earn or renew their Certified Sandals Specialist (CSS) certification while on the Fam trip, during a four-hour training course that equips participants with helpful tools to grow their business. Travel agents are flown from their home based hub to the Turks and Caicos Islands on a Boeing 757 chartered by Sandals and Beaches Resorts International.

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InterHealth Canada appoints new PR officer Pastor Pedro Williams

Jericho Baptist Church to host annual ‘Catch the Fire’ conference A CHURCH in Providenciales will be hosting its 14th annual Catch the Fire conference designed to equip, empower and strengthen people to fulfil their God ordained purpose. Pastor Pedro Williams of the Jericho Baptist Church said that this year is expected to be one of their best conferences ever. The initiative is scheduled to take place at the church in the Lower Bight from August 20 to the 22, from 12pm until 1pm. There will also be a nightly speaker at 7.30pm each night. The theme for the annual is ‘Getting back to the Father’s business’.

Williams said that the event is free and the general public is welcomed to attend. The conference speakers are Pastor Pedro Williams, Pastor E Dewey Smith, Pastor Arthur Jackson, Pastor Dezrene Robinson, Pastor Tim Rezac and Pastor Evan Williams. Some of the past speakers include the Reverend T G Morrison, Pastor Jamal Bryant, Bishop Joseph Walker, Dr Terrel Byrd, Pastor Craig Oliver, Pastor Maurice Watson, Pastor Jonathan Mcminns, Pastor Darren Clement, Bishop Washington Williams, and Pastor Clifford Smith etc. (DH)

FORMER broadcast journalist Takara Bain has been appointed the position of public relations officer with InterHealth Canada. In her new role, which began on Monday (August 11), she will be responsible for internal and external communications, implementation of public relations activities, and development of marketing materials for broadcast and print. She will also be the media relations contact for the Cheshire Hall and Cockburn Town Medical Centres. Working from the hospital, she plans to build strong relationships and network with colleagues, clients and the media on a daily basis. Jill Magri, chief executive officer for the hospitals, said: “Takara’s addition to our team is just one of the ways we plan to strengthen our position in the Turks and Caicos Islands community. “Doing so will involve both speaking and listening and releasing key messages to better inform the community about the work of the hospital and the many actions we have already taken and those others which are being planned, to reinforce the sustainability of the hospital as a valued provider of healthcare in the TCI.” She said that Bain will bring extensive experience and knowledge to her new position. “She is well–qualified to represent the hospital and the company as we work to meet the challenge of satisfying the country’s increasing healthcare needs in the 21st century.” Prior to joining the InterHealth

Financial service providers get credit analysis training A WORKSHOP will be held next week for members of TCI’s financial service providers. The Turks and Caicos Financial Services Commission (TCIFSC) in partnership with Eastern Caribbean Institute of Banking and Financial Services will be hosting the Credit Analysis Workshop from August 20 to 21 at the Regent Palms in Providenciales. Banks lenders, mutual funds companies and commission staff from relevant departments will gather for two day training sessions. The interactive sessions will seek to address issues surrounding effective credit analysis and underwriting practices for mortgage lending and contractor loans. Managing director pf the

commission Kevin Higgins said the workshop is designed to provide credit officers with the rudiments of the theory and practices of sound lending. He added: “With the rise of delinquent loans, a workshop providing tools and approaches to address the principle issues of credit risk management and project financing is timely. “The FSC welcomes the expertise of the Eastern Caribbean Institute of Banking and Financial Services in this field.” The training sessions will be hosted by Patrick Thomas and Louis Parris from the Eastern Caribbean Institute of Banking and Financial Services. Both Instructors will conduct sessions related to their topics of

expertise. Thomas has a significant experience in commercial credit and corporate risk analysis while Parris has specific experience in personal loans and held a major role in setting up and working with the first ‘Ready Credit’ centre for personal lending in the Caribbean. The sessions will cover a variety of topics such as personal lending and various types of mortgages, lending guidelines, qualifying a borrower, equity as well as collateral. On day two of the workshop, participants will review commercial real estate lending, risk assessment, security, insurance, debt service and monitoring in depth. TCIFSC chairman Sir Errol Allen will address participants during the opening ceremony.

Canada and hospital team, Takara served as a broadcast journalist and television anchor at WIV Channel 4 News for four years. Before that she was junior manager at Parrot Cay Resort and Spa where she worked closely with hotel managers, taking on a wide

range of responsibilities, covering everything from front office and reservations to customer service. Bain has a Baccalaureate Degree in Radio, Television and Internet Media from Lynn University in Boca Raton, Florida and will be moving from North Caicos to Providenciales.

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Political affairs By Holly M Political affairs: Doors were open But still he neglects What seems important Choosing exits that Leads to nowhere Moves being made But he is star gazing at What seems forbidden; Climax into his next fix Like a plantation worker He digs his ditch inspiring a romance Endure by chance A mistress tale, He can no longer engage at a glance To love, Cherish, and honour Process fools, To commit, To promises That seems redundant (paused) When love is blind The truth escapes The soul gets lost Hearts declined Unveiling catastrophic Nude sins Sins capturing two flesh (paused) If only one night of rendezvous Could last forever, The lust would not be treasured Days seems dark Can only be Lightening by the wrong So he Seeks refuge in changing sheets Lawless infatuation: Consumed by his weakness, He has another life,

Encrypt by God Ordained by a priest To which he's no longer seek Ring, Proposal Crucified by unforgettable passion The agony of him to think that This love exists Warned out by sinful Deceitful Temptation he no longer can resist. Business of pleasure Embrace by filled desire Reluctantly, conquering the thing that he aspired Political affairs Between two bodies Destructive to one party Controversially, he replenishes, What should tear him apart But it’s what Keeps him alive Drowned out compassion For what he loves; Now concealed by Complicated lies Relinquished by demands, The night stand is more than a night glance Fear of the Public. May ruin his plans But to his affairs he is grand.

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GARDENING 

How does your garden grow

Great golden digger wasps Hello Denis, I have a big problem with red wasps above the grass behind my house. There are so many of them that I’m afraid it will becomes dangerous. I can’t find the nest so what can I do? Virginia Dear Virginia, The answer to this question is you don’t want to get rid of these wasps. They may scare you because of their size and because they are very curious about people and pets. But, regardless of how fierce they look they rarely sting. Don’t swat at them. Leave them alone and they will leave you alone, too. They look fearsome and quite intimidating and terrified gardeners running for a weapon. Little do they know that it is a peaceful insect and a beneficial predator of garden pests. They have an amazing life, and should be welcomed to your flowers.

Great golden digger wasps (Sphex ichneumonus) are found throughout North America, Mexico, Central and South America, and even in the Turks and Caicos Islands. Sphex ichneumonus is a large and intimidating member of the wasp family. They live solitary lives, and do not defend territory or nests like their paper wasp cousins do. The adults feed on nectar from flowers, and rarely notice any other creatures, except to beat a hasty retreat when something larger approaches. Sometimes a group of these wasps can be observed flying close to the ground. They may have found a suitable area to dig nests, or a concentration of prey insects may live there. They are not part of an organised colony, simply individuals that prefer the same habitat. These wasps have a unique life cycle, and it is quite amazing to watch one work. The female digs a chambered tunnel in open ground,

and proceeds to stock it with food for her young to eat. She searches for insects from the family of long-horned grasshoppers. These include various crickets, katydids and grasshoppers. She captures one in her grasp, and with her sting, paralyses it. It is then flown or dragged to the entrance of her burrow. Great golden digger wasps are not aggressive, but do sting if handled, so just let them go about their business of eliminating pests from your garden and drinking from your flowers. Those who garden with nectar plants to attract butterflies shouldn’t worry either. These wasps only hunt members of the grasshopper family, so the butterflies are perfectly safe. They are great pollinators, so should be welcome in fruit and vegetable gardens also. It is perfectly safe to walk through a group of great golden digger wasps

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going about their business. They may be curious and fly over to investigate, but will remain peaceful. The great golden digger wasp is a beneficial insect and should be considered an asset in any type of garden. Step back and observe one of the most unique inhabitants in the garden. They are doing their part to

YOUR DIET  Weekly Recipe Katherine Withers Green, 27, is a mum of one 15-monthold avid pasta lover. She knows from experience that finding meals that are nutritious, quick and easy to make, and that can be frozen for a later date is tough. These recipes are aimed at mothers looking to make the transition from baby food to ‘real’ food.

Apricot muesli bars SOMETIMES we forget that making our own snacks can be just as easy as making our own dinner. Save yourself the money (and all those preservatives!) and try this easy do it yourself snack bar recipe. The dried apricots make this bar nice and sweet but for an extra treat you can add white chocolate chips! Ingredients • 3/4 cup chopped dried apricots • 1/2 cup water • 150 g butter • 3/4 cup brown sugar • 1 1/4 cups self-raising flour • 1 cup traditional oats • 1 cup white chocolate bits (optional) Method • Preheat oven to 180°C. Line an 18cm x 28cm baking tin with baking paper. • Place apricots and water in a saucepan, bring to the boil then simmer until liquid has been absorbed. Remove from heat

and stir in butter and brown sugar. Cool slightly. • Sift flour into a bowl. Stir in apricot mixture, rolled oats and white choc bits. • Press into prepared tin. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes until golden. • Stand 10 minutes before cooling on a rack. When cold, cut into bars.

Tamika has a Master’s Degree in Dietetics and Nutrition from Florida International University and is a registered dietician with the American Dietetic Association (ADA). She is currently executive director of Nutrition in Demand, a non-profit aimed at increasing awareness to health and healthy eating. For more information email tamikahandfield@yahoo.com or visit www.nutritionindemand.com. Call 242-3978 or 442-3978.

eliminate insects that otherwise would do damage to the very garden you wish to rid of these ‘pests’. My advice would be to take a deep breath and learn to live with these wasps, if this is not possible, you can always treat every hole you discover with Tempo one percent dust. This will kill off adult wasps as they come and go from the nesting hole.

BY TAMIKA HANDFIELD

Back to school nutrition THE NEW school year is drawing near and many parents will be frantically buying and preparing school tools and materials for their children. I am pretty sure that grocery stores will be bustling with parents as they stock up on lunch foods for their children. So, I will offer you a few tips and suggestions on back to school nutrition. However, this list is by no means exhausted. Create a list of healthy options. The level of busyness within a family triples once school is opened so it’s important to have a ‘run to’ guide of foods that your children can readily enjoy after school.

Sit with your children and ask for their input because after all they are the ones who will be eating the food. Of course they will say things like chips and ice cream but this is your time to explain why these are just ‘sometime’ foods; you can also buy

the lighter fare version such as baked chips and frozen yogurt. Choose your drinks wisely. Liquid calories are one of the easiest ways to take in more calories than you really need because we don’t think about it and it is not food so it doesn’t fill us up for any length of time.

With children, it can be a real problem because the sugary drinks, with no added nutrition, make up a large portion of a child’s diet - they have fruit punch with breakfast, two or more juices and icicles during the day, and a soda after school. Think of your child as foundation - a sturdy foundation equals a sturdy house. Therefore, a growing child needs vitamins and minerals to support good growth into adulthood. Serve plain water or water with a splash of lemon, low-fat or fat-free milk and a limited amount of 100 percent fruit juice. -Speak up for the cause. Almost

all schools either run a tuck shop or canteen or provide some form of hot lunch to the students.

As parents you have a right to suggest healthier lunch options to your school’s principal. This could be a great project for the PTA to work on implementing for the upcoming school year. You and your child can even write up a sample menu for your principal to look at; however, it is best if a dietitian is consulted when writing the school’s lunch menu so that valuable nutrients are not omitted and children get the best possible menus. These are just a few suggestions that you can use to ensure your child gets a healthy start to this new school year. The importance of childhood nutrition is sometimes overlooked but as I mentioned earlier ensuring your child eats right from the start is like ensuring your house is built on a sturdy foundation.

August 16 - 22, 2014

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ECO Tip  By Easher Parker

Easher is a Turks and Caicos Islands native with a natural talent for writing and a love for all things beauty and style. If you have any questions or suggestions for a topic email easherparker@gmail.com. To find out more visit itseasher.com or follow twitter or Instagram @itseasher for fab instant updates.

Redefining a French manicure

WHEN it comes to French manicures the views are split right down the middle. Some of us love them while others dread them. Girly-girls out there are probably gasping at the thought of a classic French not being a favourite for all women. I’ll be honest, at one point I could not stand the idea of a French manicure on my hands. There was something about it that was borderline ‘icky’. Oh yes, I just used the word ‘icky’. Do you want to know what was not quite right? Well I looked at two key factors, the pure white tips and the thickness of the line. In my critical eyes, there was nothing natural or cute about a fat pure white line. I ended up giving the French mani a second chance this Summer but not before I tortured my nail tech of three years with my little odd and finicky requests. I am going to spill my little tweaks but let’s go over a few things about this classic manicure. It is only speculated that the French mani was born in Paris, France around the 1930s. In short, there is no saying where it originated. On the other hand you will find those who will swear to you that the pink and white did in fact start off in France. Whatever the case it has remained a timeless trend. Which is understandable being that it’s a very versatile, clean look once done properly in my view. Here’s how I look at a French manicure. If those nails aren’t as white as you’d prefer them to be, use a brighter shade on the nail tips to liven things up. That line should stop once you reach the natural white on your own nails. Anything thicker than that would be like wearing high heels that are just too high or a night club ensemble for a traffic ticket court summit. I also found that the look comes out much better on natural, neatly filed nails. It looks even more glorious on semi-short nails. However the most crucial but yet subtle change is in the colour choice of the nail tip itself. No human has pure white nails and I am not afraid to debate this. You may be one of the blessed to have lovely thick nails that appear white but are they really true white? It’s more of an eggshell, marshmallow, off white, ivory or cream. That is why for this read you’re looking at a snapshot of my nails for you to have a clear idea of what I mean. Where I will not debate is on individual taste. The pure white may just work for you but there is no harm in trying an off-white mani, now is there? You just might love it as much as I do!

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

Baking soda – Toxic free and eco friendly BAKING soda has been used in homes for many years but is now often overlooked for the many other fancy cleaners jostling for prime position on the supermarket shelves. Unfortunately, many of these household cleaners contain a wide array of toxic chemicals that not only cause problems to ourselves but also to the environment. The majority of these products are washed away down our drains and percolate through the porous limestone, ending up in the surrounding oceans and ultimately damaging our delicate ecosystems. Many people are now waking up to this fact and are looking for safer alternatives for their homes and families and there are many great uses for baking soda, also known as bicarbonate of soda and not to be confused with baking powder. Some of the uses of baking soda

around the home include: -Use to clean surfaces, tiles, floors, bathtubs and sinks by sprinkling the powder onto a sponge and scrub as usual. -Use as a deodoriser in the fridge, in trashcans, in the sink, on carpets, in shoes, in closets and on pets bedding. -Use as a laundry detergent. -Use as a fruit and vegetable scrub by sprinkling some onto a damp sponge, scrubbing and rinsing. -Clean and remove marks (even crayon) from walls and painted furniture by applying to a damp sponge and rubbing lightly. Wipe off with a clean, dry cloth. -Clean blocked drains with boiling water, baking soda and vinegar. Baking soda can also be used safely on your body: -Use as a safe alternative to deodorant. Simply dust on under

the arms using a make-up sponge or brush. -Use in your hair instead of shampoo. Make into a paste with a little water and rub into your hair and scalp. Rinse off with water and use apple cider vinegar as a conditioner. -Mix with an equal amount of coconut oil to make a great alternative to toothpaste. Add a little peppermint oil for that minty fresh taste. -Use as a facial and body scrub by mixing with water to make a paste. -Clean brushes and combs by soaking them in a solution of warm water with one teaspoon of baking soda to remove oil build-up and hair product residue. Baking soda is also much cheaper than other products and many more uses can be found on a wide variety of sites on the internet.

POLICE SAFETY TIPS

How to burglar proof your doors WHAT'S the best way to keep your house safe? Undoubtedly you’ve already installed an alarm system (if not, do so right away). Statistics prove that most burglars enter a house through the front or back door. So keep those doors locked and secure. Here are some suggestions: If your front and back doors are hollow, you need to replace them immediately. How do you know if your door is hollow? Simply knock on it. Hollow doors are merely sheets of veneer over a cardboard core. All exterior doors should be solid. If installing/replacing a new door and frame, consider a fiberglass door that swings outward rather than inward (and don’t forget using security hinges). Having a door open in this way helps absorb any type of forced entry. Replace all windowed exterior doors with windowless doors. For maximum security, all doors should be windowless, and you should not have windows close enough to the door so that a thief could break the window and unlock the door from the inside. If you do have sliding glass doors,

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.

glass door panels or nearby windows, however, cover the glass with a security grate or grille on the outside or a clear, unbreakable polycarbonate panel secured behind the glass on the inside. In a significant percentage of burglaries, the criminal enters the victim’s home through an unlocked door. Even the strongest locks in the world are useless if you don’t use them. Lock all exterior doors whenever you go out - even if you’ll just be gone a few minutes. With the exception of sliding doors, all exterior doors should have a deadbolt lock in addition to the lock built into the doorknob. The deadbolt should be high quality (grade one or two, solid metal with no exposed screws on the exterior), with a throw bolt (the bolt that comes out of the door) at least one inch long. The lock should be properly installed. Many homes have lower

quality deadbolts or throw bolts less than one inch. These must be replaced. Adding an additional lock will provide extra security when you are home. The dead-lock, sometimes called an ‘exit-only deadbolt’ is a deadbolt that does not have an external key. It is clearly visible on the door from the outside, but cannot be broken into without destroying the door, frame or lock itself. While this security won’t help directly when you aren’t home, the visibility may discourage an intruder from trying the door. Next week, I will conclude with more tips on how to burglar proof your doors. Please share this information with your loved ones and your neighbours. For more crime prevention tips please visit www.tcipolice.tc or our Facebook page at www.facebook. com/RTCIPF.

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Caribbean exposure to the deadly Ebola virus “low” – CARPHA THE Trinidad-based Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) says the risk of the Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) being imported to the Caribbean is low. “There have been no confirmed cases of Ebola in the Caribbean, and overall, the risk of becoming infected with the Ebola virus in this region remains low,” said CARPHA executive director, Dr. C. James Hospedales. He said that in countries where the virus is present, “people who have direct contact with the organs, blood, or other bodily fluids of dead or living infected persons or animals are those at greatest risk”. “Ebola spreads through mucous and other body fluids or secretions such as stool, urine, saliva and semen of infected people. “In the unlikely event of a person infected with Ebola travelling to the Caribbean, the available evidence shows that the risk of secondary transmission to direct close contacts (family or relatives) or in healthcare settings is still considered very low, if appropriate prevention measures are implemented. “The risk from casual contact,

such as shaking hands or sitting next to someone who is not displaying symptoms is also likely to be very low,” he added. Key facts (Source: WHO) · Ebola virus disease (EVD), formerly known as Ebola haemorrhagic fever, is a severe, often fatal illness in humans. · EVD outbreaks have a case fatality rate of up to 90%. · EVD outbreaks occur primarily in remote villages in Central and West Africa, near tropical rainforests. · The virus is transmitted to people from wild animals and spreads in the human population through human-to-human transmission. · Fruit bats of the Pteropodidae family are considered to be the natural host of the Ebola virus. · Severely ill patients require intensive supportive care. No licensed specific treatment or vaccine is available for use in people or animals. CARPHA said it had evaluated the risk of importation of the disease to the Caribbean following an increase in the number of cases of EVD in Guinea, Liberia and Sierra Leone.

The World Health Organization (WHO), which began a two-day meeting in Geneva on Wednesday, said that since August 4, there have been 1,711 confirmed cases of EVD and 932 deaths in the four African countries, namely, Guinea, Liberia, Nigeria and Sierra Leone. CARPHA said that once basic precautions are followed, the risk of infection is considered to be “very low” for tourists, visitors or residents in the affected areas. It said that these precautions include avoiding physical contact with patients showing symptoms or dead bodies and their bodily fluids, as well as avoiding unprotected sexual contact with a patient that has recently recovered from the disease. “As with any other imported disease, Ebola virus is causing a lot of concern in the region. In this regard, CARPHA is committed to supporting its member states to adequately prepare for potential cases and to implement the necessary steps to protect healthcare facilities, patients, healthcare workers and communities,” CARPHA added. (Caribbean360)

No more arrests for small amounts of weed in Jamaica JAMAICA’S Security Minister Peter Bunting on Tuesday night announced that cops can no longer arrest people for possession of a small amount of marijuana but must, instead, serve them with summonses. The announcement came just minutes after the constabulary announced that six cops had been suspended and interdicted for their role in the beating death of 31-yearold, Mario Deane. Bunting, in a release to the media, said he was in receipt of a memorandum from the Attorney General’s Chambers, and after discussions with Acting Police Commissioner Glenmore Hinds, it was determined that the constabulary will apply the following guidelines to people charged with minor offences, such as possession of small quantities of ganja: • Proceed by way of summons where a justice of the peace (JP) is available; • If a JP is not available, or if the offender is unable to provide identification, or is unable to be identified by other means, he/she may be taken to a police station until identification can be verified. Once identification is verified, the person should be granted bail on his/her

Smokers in Jamaica will no longer be arrested for small amounts of marijuana.

own recognisance; • If the offender is being investigated for other serious offences, persons will be given bail with conditions, or be remanded in custody. Bunting said the Government was committed to making the necessary policy and legislative changes to avoid the recurrence of such a tragedy. He said he was expecting a report from Hinds by Monday on new procedures for the care and protection of persons in police custody. Bunting had issued a directive demanding the report from the Police High

Command last Thursday, hours after Deane had died in the Cornwall Regional Hospital. The suspended cops were not named, but a release from the police force’s Corporate Communications Unit stated that they were two corporals, a constable and three district constables. A cop is paid 75 per cent of his/ her salary when he/she is interdicted. Deane was arrested for possession of a ganja ‘spliff’ by cops in Montego Bay, St James last week Sunday, and was taken to the Barnett Street Police Station.

August 16 - 22, 2014

Passenger flagged as suspected Ebola carrier causes major scare at Trinidad airport A NIGERIAN doctor who has not been to Africa for the past five years, caused a major scare at the Piarco International Airport after he arrived on a British Airways flight from London on Thursday last. The aircraft and passengers were isolated after the doctor had been flagged as having contracted the deadly Ebola virus that spreads through mucous and other body fluids or secretions such as stool, urine, saliva and semen of infected people. The British Airways flight BA 2159 originated in London Gatwick, then went on to St Lucia before landing in Trinidad just before 4.00 pm (local time). Piarco International Airport was alerted by the Barbados-based Joint Regional Communications Centre (JRCC), via the Advance Passenger Information database that contains a complete list of persons, including crew and passengers on the flight including their biographic data and carrier

information. A memo send to airport staff read “Please be advised that (01) Person of Interest (POI) was detected via JRCC on Flight BA 2159 which departed London Gatwick (LGW) at 0910 hours on 07 August 2014 and is scheduled to arrive in Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago ( POS) at 1550 hours on 07 August 2014. Traveler is a high risk for Ebola Virus and has been referred for admissibility assessment. Please provide the results of the examination at the port of entry when they become available.” But the Principal Medical Officer here, Dr. Collin Furlonge told Trinidad’s TV6 News Thursday night that the passenger was a Nigerian doctor living in London. “We have sent personnel to go and confirm the information. But there seems to be little or no risk at all,” he said, adding that the passenger was eventually cleared, because he had not been to Africa in years.

Mitchell yet to get answers on US surveillance claims NEARLY three months after reports surfaced alleging that the US National Security Agency is recording every cell phone conversation in the Bahamas, US government officials have still not responded to the allegations. They were expected to give a formal report to the Bahamas government more than six weeks ago. Foreign Affairs Minister Fred Mitchell said last Thursday that he met with American officials on Wednesday who reiterated that answers to pressing questions are forthcoming. The government’s position remains that it will address the issue whether the US responds to requests for answers or not. Nonetheless, it is unclear if the alleged surveillance programme continues at this time. At times, observers have criticised the government’s efforts to get answers, suggesting that there has been a lack of urgency in addressing the issue. Last month former Deputy Prime Minister Brent Symonette accused Mr Mitchell in particular of grandstanding over plans to give a full report into the allegations. On May 19, The Intercept reported from documents obtained by whistle-blower Edward Snowden which showed that an NSA programme, SOMALGET was

Fred Mitchell said that American officials have claimed that answers are forthcoming.

“secretly intercepting recording and archiving” every cell phone conversation in the Bahamas and that those recordings were kept for a month. On June 10, Mr Mitchell told reporters that he would present a full report in Parliament on the spying claims, as the Bahamas government had asked US officials to ?give an account on whether the alleged spying was ?true. If found to be true, he said the government would insist on finding out if the recordings were taken legally or illegally. Mr Mitchell the next day announced in the House of Assembly that John Kerry, the United States’ secretary of state, had stepped in to oversee investigations and that a report was promised.

August 16 - 22, 2014

Regional News

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Minnis: Don’t use FNM as a scapegoat over referendum

Clifford Brandt was taken into custody near the border with the Dominican Republic. (AP photo)

Haiti captures kidnapper behind prison break POLICE have recaptured 19 fugitives, including an alleged kidnapper who escaped from custody during a mass breakout at a prison outside the Haitian capital. Clifford Brandt, the son of a prominent Haitian businessman, and at least two of his associates were captured at a border area with the help of Dominican police and around 50 Haitian officers, Prime Minister Laurent Lamothe told news agency AFP. “The government will not rest until every single one is in custody,” the prime minister said. Sunday’s attack on the Haitian prison in Croix-des-Bouquets led to the escape of 329 inmates. At least two guards suffered bullet wounds during the breakout. Authorities believe the attack was

intended to free Brandt. Police were searching the nation for the escaped prisoners and had asked for help from Interpol, authorities in the neighbouring Dominican Republic and nearby Jamaica because some of the men might have fled abroad, National Police Chief Godson Orleus said at a news conference in Port-au-Prince on Monday. A spokesman for Haiti’s national police said steps would be taken to reinforce security in prisons, which would be equipped with cameras. “The most important prisoners will also wear electronic bracelets with GPS,” he said. The prison was built in 2012 with Canadian financial aid to replace a prison devastated by the country’s 2010 earthquake. (aljazeera.com)

FOLLOWING statements from top government officials that the constitutional referendum would not be held if there is not unanimous support for it, FNM leader Dr Hubert Minnis said early this week that the Christie administration must not “to use the FNM” as a scapegoat. National Security Minister Dr Bernard Nottage told reporters last Friday that “the prime minister has always said that we would not go to a referendum without agreement between the parties concerned.” It is unclear to which parties Dr Nottage is referring, especially as the FNM has publicly thrown its support behind amending the Constitution to grant equal rights to men and women. Dr Minnis said: “The FNM’s position has always been that we believe and support equality for men and women. There’s no difference between my mother and father and brother and sister. Don’t try to use us. Don’t suggest anything on us. We will continue to fight for equality.” During a separate interview, FNM Deputy Chairman Dr Duane Sands added that Dr Nottage’s statements leaves him concerned about the Christie administration’s commitment to its proposed constitutional referendum, adding that the damage “a failed” referendum

Dr Minnis said: “The FNM’s position has always been that we believe and support equality for men and women. There’s no difference between my mother and father and brother and sister. Don’t try to use us.”

would have on Bahamians would be irreparable. “It’s a very interesting comment (that Dr Nottage made) and it must give one pause as to the level of commitment of the government to do the necessary heavy lifting to get this very important remaining challenge in our Constitution sorted out,” Dr Sands said. “We’re one of 27 countries in the world that still

has discrimination against women enshrined. We have the dubious distinction of being aligned with many countries that have adopted Sharia law, countries in the Middle East and Africa. Given the fact that we are now 41 years old and we still maintain constitutional discrimination, it seems as if this would be an important issue to rectify.” He added: “I think that the government has demonstrated that their historical bias has been to put principle behind expedience, to put politics above people. They have demonstrated with the last referendum that it is not as sacred an exercise as it ought to be and so when I hear this type of rhetoric it suffices to me that yet again, this is less about doing the right thing and more about trying to create a positive narrative of a government that is certainly struggling with its credibility. If we don’t right this wrong now, it would be a shame and a disgrace but there’s a part of me that says unless the government is fully invested in doing whatever it takes to get its job done then let’s not make it difficult for somebody more serious to get it done next time. If they mess it up, the Bahamian people’s approach to referendums will be irreparably damaged.”

Bermuda now best for offshore funds, says New York expert

Bahamas: Man guilty of sex assault on pre-teen girl

BERMUDA may now be the best jurisdiction in which to set up an offshore fund according to a New York attorney who works with the asset management industry. Jack Rigney, of Manhattan-based Seward & Kissel, sang the praises of the Island in an international webcast which attracted thousands of listeners keen to hear about what Bermuda has done to strengthen its asset management industry. The Regulatory Compliance Association’s (RCA) PracticeEdge Session, which was sponsored by the Bermuda Business Development Agency (BDA), was moderated by Mr Rigney and featured several Bermuda-based international business experts on its panel. Some 4,400 people, including senior funds executives, lawyers and regulators, tuned in, according to the BDA. Mr Rigley said: “I personally witnessed how Bermuda has dramatically delivered on the promises they made last year ..., which is a very good thing for everyone in the industry. ... We just finished probably the easiest and most pleasant fund experience that I

A MAN’s denial of inappropriate contact and sex with a 12-year-old girl was not accepted by a Supreme Court jury who, on Monday, unanimously convicted him of indecent assault and unlawful sexual intercourse. When Senior Justice Jon Isaacs asked 23-year-old Ovando Knowles if he had anything to say before sentence was passed on him for his actions between 2009 to 2013, he shrugged his shoulders and mumbled a response. He was asked by the judge to repeat himself and he said: “I never thought in my life I’d see the court system bring someone guilty for something they didn’t do.” Knowles was convicted of indecent assault and unlawful sexual intercourse, which he denied from the day of his formal arraignment in the Supreme Court. The girl claimed that when she was aged seven through 10, the molestation occurred in New Providence and on a Family Island. The girl claimed Knowles threatened to kill a relative of hers which is what kept her silent about

have had in the last few years with the recent Bermuda fund that we did. It was done on a very timely basis and we felt we had high quality service throughout. He added: “My personal advice to clients now is that Bermuda may in fact be the best jurisdiction for offshore funds when you consider cost benefits, the practical regulations, as well as access to officials which I do not think should be underestimated, I know that has been very valuable to us.” The seminar was a part of the RCA’s professional development and graduate level education programmes. Registrants listened to Bermuda’s leading funds professionals discuss the invaluable feedback they received from New York decision makers in May 2013, which prompted the collaborative efforts of the Bermuda Monetary Authority (BMA), Government of Bermuda, BDA and key members of Bermuda’s funds community to amend Bermuda’s fund legislation, thereby making Bermuda a more competitive and desirable jurisdiction for funds.

23-year-old Ovando Knowles has always denied all wrong doings.

the alleged abuse. A formal complaint was made to the police after Knowles allegedly molested her for the last time in June 2013 when she told a family friend that he had forcibly kissed her and squeezed her bottom. The girl, when cross-examined, denied that her mother coached her to make up sexual assault claims against Knowles. Knowles, in his defence, admitted that he was known to the family and saw the girl on the day when she alleged he groped and kissed her. He

strongly denied having contact with her. Knowles further denied making the admissions to the police. Monday, the jury took less than two hours to arrive at their unanimous guilty verdicts. Knowles’ lawyer, Keith Seymour, requested a probation report be conducted with respect to his client before the court deals with sentencing. The judge ordered this be done, but noted that such reports took at least six weeks to be completed.

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August 16 - 22, 2014

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Entertainment

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August 16 - 22, 2014

Williams’s death confirmed as suicide US actor and comedian Robin Williams took his own life at his California home, police have confirmed. Marin County Sheriff’s Lt Keith Boyd said Williams, 63, had been treated for depression and killed himself by hanging. The entertainer was last seen alive by his wife on Sunday evening, and was found dead at about noon on Monday, Lt Boyd said. Tributes have poured forth from President Barack Obama and others. Lt Boyd said Williams’s wife saw him before she went to bed the evening before and left the house at 10:30 the next morning, believing him still to be asleep in another room. Just before noon California time (19:00 GMT), the actor’s personal assistant became concerned when he did not respond to knocks on the door, he said. The assistant entered the room and found Williams dead and cool to the touch. After a post-mortem examination on Tuesday morning, investigators determined the preliminary cause of death to be asphyxia by hanging, but officials were waiting on the results of toxicology testing before making a final ruling. Williams was famous for films such as Good Morning Vietnam and

Celine Dion has postponed all her entertainment commitments to be with husband Rene Angélil while he battles cancer.

Dion cancels tours to be with husband battling cancer Williams was famous for films such as Good Morning Vietnam and won an Oscar for his role in Good Will Hunting.

won an Oscar for his role in Good Will Hunting In the past Williams had talked, and even joked, about his struggles with alcohol and drugs. His representative said on Monday he had also been “battling severe depression”. He had recently returned to a rehabilitation centre to “fine-tune” his sobriety, the Los Angeles Times reported in July.

In a statement, Williams’ wife, Susan Schneider, said she was “utterly heartbroken” and asked for privacy for the family. “As he is remembered, it is our hope the focus will not be on Robin’s death, but on the countless moments of joy and laughter he gave to millions.” Mr Obama said Williams “made us laugh. He made us cry.”

CELINE Dion is taking a hiatus from show business. The 46-year-old singer has postponed all “activities indefinitely” due to health issues within her family. Dion’s husband René Angélil underwent surgery in December to remove a cancerous tumor from his throat while she also has been battling inflammation in the same area. Dion’s throat illness has resulted in her being unable to perform since July 29. “Rene’s surgery last December (has) been a very difficult and stressful time for the couple as

they deal with the day-to-day challenges of fighting this disease while trying to juggle a very active show business schedule, and raise their three young children,” a press release read on Dion’s website Wednesday. “I want to devote every ounce of my strength and energy to my husband’s healing, and to do so, it’s important for me to dedicate this time to him and to our children. I also want to apologize to all my fans everywhere, for inconveniencing them, and I thank them so much for their love and support,” The Power of Love” songstress said in a statement.

August 16 - 22, 2014

Entertainment

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Brown makes ‘strides’ to sobriety, ‘personal growth,’ his doctor says

The famous May-December couple is getting hitched again. Stodden, 19, will re-marry Doug Hutchison, 54, by the end of the year.

Teen will marry 54 year old actor again COURTNEY Stodden (19), she of the bountiful breasts and teenage sex appeal, is going down the aisle again with actor Doug Hutchinson (54), he of the thinning hair and 35 years her senior. She made the announcement on her Twitter account. “Courtney realised just how much love she really had for Doug,” the teen’s mother, Krista Keller, told Fox

News. The age-challenged duo first married when Stodden was 16. They bitterly divorced last year. Their acrimony seems to have settled after Stodden took time to “experience other men,” the mom said. The wedding will take place before December, according to Keller. (NYdailynews)

CHRIS Brown has “made significant strides” in staying sober since he got out of jail in June, the singer’s psychiatrist said. The doctor’s letter to Brown’s probation officer said he’s “working on personal growth” and “is taking responsibility for his behaviors” in the two months since he was freed from jail. Those behaviors have included an alleged sidewalk fight that sent him to jail in Washington, D.C., in October and a violent outburst that got him booted from a drug rehab program in November. The doctor’s treatment is part of his probation sentence for an attack on then-girlfriend Rihanna in 2009. Brown, 25, was in a Los Angeles court on Wednesday for a status hearing on his probation, which will end on January 23, 2015, as long as he stays out of legal trouble and completes another 600 hours of community labor. Judge James Brandlin praised the singer for his favorable

Chris Brown has worked on his personal growth since he got out of jail in June the singer’s psychiatrist said.

probation report, which is a contrast to several recent reports that culminated in Brown spending four months in court-ordered rehab and three months in jail. “Mr. Brown has made significant strides in maintaining his sobriety, as well as developing skills that promote personal growth,” wrote the doctor, whose name was deleted from the report. He has passed all drug tests

since he was freed from the Los Angeles County jail on June 2, the probation report said. Brandlin rewarded Brown by reducing random drug tests from three times a week to twice each week. But drug use -- specifically marijuana -- hasn’t been Brown’s only challenge. He was diagnosed with bipolar disorder, which is blamed for violent outbursts.

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August 16 - 22, 2014

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US actress Lauren Bacall dies at 89 US FILM and stage actress Lauren Bacall has died at the age of 89. Her Hollywood career spanned seven decades, with a memorable debut aged 19 opposite her future husband, Humphrey Bogart, in To Have and Have Not. More than 50 years later, The Mirror Has Two Faces earned her a Golden Globe Award and an Academy Award nomination. Born in Brooklyn, New York, in 1924, she went on to become one of cinema’s biggest stars, best known for her husky voice and smouldering looks. A Twitter account of the Bogart estate, run by Bacall’s son, tweeted: “With deep sorrow, yet with great gratitude for her amazing life, we confirm the passing of Lauren Bacall.” She reportedly died after suffering a major stroke at home in New York. Bacall collected an honorary Oscar in 2009 in recognition of “her central place in the golden age of motion pictures”. Born Betty Joan Perske, Bacall took a variation of her mother’s last name after her parents divorced. Her first film performance, as the

Nathan Followill is “doing well” after breaking his ribs, the band said.

Lauren Bacall’s Hollywood career spanned seven decades, with a memorable debut aged 19 opposite her future husband, Humphrey Bogart, in To Have and Have Not.

tough and tender dame in To Have and Have Not, became one of the most powerful debuts in film history. The film featured her legendary lines: “You don’t have to act with me, Steve. You don’t have to say anything and you don’t have to do anything. Oh, maybe just whistle. You know how to whistle, don’t you, Steve? You just put your lips together and... blow.” She continued her on-screen

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partnership with Bogart in Key Largo, The Big Sleep and Dark Passage after the couple were married in 1945. They had two children and were married until his death in 1957. She had another child with her second husband, Jason Robards. Bacall appeared in more than 30 movies, including How to Marry a Millionaire and Murder on the Orient Express.

Kings of Leon drummer injured in tour bus accident KINGS of Leon have postponed a concert after drummer Nathan Followill was injured in an accident on the band’s tour bus. The group were en route to their hotel after a show in Boston when a pedestrian jumped in front of the vehicle, the group said in a statement. The bus had to “stop short” and Followill suffered broken ribs. Refunds were offered for fans who had tickets to Sunday’s show in Saratoga Springs, New York.

The band’s statement said Followill was being treated for his injuries but “was doing well”. They are next due to perform on Tuesday on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon on the NBC network, followed by another concert in Wentaugh, New York, at the Jones Beach Theatre on Wednesday. The band’s North American leg of their Mechanical Bull Tour is due to head south in October with dates in Mexico and Brazil.

August 16 - 22, 2014

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Science & Technology

Being overweight or obese ‘linked to 10 common cancers’

Researchers suggest obesity’s effects on cancers vary depending on the type of tumour.

BEING overweight and obese puts people at greater risk of developing 10 of the most common cancers, according to research in the Lancet medical journal. Scientists calculated individuals carrying this extra weight could contribute to more than 12,000 cases of cancer in the UK population every year. They warn if obesity levels continue to rise there may be an additional 3,700 cancers diagnosed annually. The study of five million people is the largest to date to confirm the link. Doctors often warn being overweight can increase the risk of developing cancer, but this study highlights those forms of the disease where the risk is greatest. Led by scientists from the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine researchers gathered data on five million people living in the UK, monitoring changes to their health over a period of seven years. They found each 13-16kg (2-2.5

stone) of extra weight an average adult gained was linked firmly and linearly to a greater risk of six cancers. How big this risk was varied depending on tumour type. Cancer of the uterus had the highest increased risk gallbladder kidney cervix thyroid leukaemia had the lowest rise in risk. People who had a high body mass index (calculated using weight and height) were also more likely to develop cancer of the liver, colon, ovaries, and post-menopausal breast cancer. But the effects for these cancers were less clear-cut and were influenced by individual factors such as the menopause. Researchers say though obesity was associated with the development of the most common cancers which represent 90% of the cancers diagnosed in the UK, some showed

no link at all. And there is some evidence to suggest a higher BMI is associated with a lower chance of getting prostate cancer. Dr Krishnan Bhaskaran, who led the research, said: “There was a lot of variation in the effect of BMI on different cancers. “For example, risk of cancer of the uterus increased substantially at higher body mass index, for other cancer we saw a more modest increase in risk or no effect at all. “This variation tells us BMI must affect cancer risk through a number of different processes, depending on cancer type” Tom Stansfeld, at Cancer Research UK, said: “Although the relationship between cancer and obesity is complex, it is clear carrying excess weight increases your risk of developing cancer. “Keeping a healthy weight reduces cancer risk and the best way to do this is through eating a healthy, balanced diet and exercising regularly.” (BBC)

Boy has ears created from ribs Having regular music lessons improves the brain’s ability to read and respond to sounds, the study suggests.

Musical training ‘can improve language and reading’ LEARNING to sing or play a musical instrument can help disadvantaged children improve their reading skills, US research suggests. After a year of music lessons, the reading scores of nine and 10-year-olds held steady compared to a dip seen in those who were not taught any music. Another group of musicallytrained children were found to be better at processing sounds and language. The research is being presented to the American Psychological Association. The research was led by Dr Nina Kraus at Northwestern University and involved hundreds of children at high schools in impoverished areas of Chicago and Los Angeles. Her research had previously highlighted that learning music

could improve the concentration, memory and focus of children in the classroom by improving their neural functions. But much of the research had focused on the impact of music lessons on relatively affluent children. In this study, Dr Kraus found that giving children regular group music lessons for five or more hours a week prevented any decline in reading skills, which would normally be expected in poorer areas. Positive impact Another group of teenage schoolchildren, from a poor area of Chicago, took part in band practice or choir practice every day at school as part of a music project. Researchers recorded their brainwaves to assess how they responded to speech sounds. (BBC)

A BOY who was born without ears has had a pair created from his ribs. Nine-year-old Kieran Sorkin had the surgery at London’s Great Ormond Street Hospital. About 100 children a year in the UK are born without one or both ears, a condition known as microtia. Kieran was born deaf with small lobes where his ears should be. He can already hear, thanks to previous surgery to implant a hearing aid. “I want people to stop asking me questions”, said Kieran from Hertfordshire. “I’d like just to look like my friends. “I’d also like to be able to wear sunglasses and earphones.” Kieran’s mum Louise Sorkin said: “He’s a very sociable boy and has longed for this operation for years. “I don’t want children bullying him because he’s different. I just want him to be accepted like everyone else.” On the morning of the operation, consultant plastic surgeon Neil Bulstrode stencils the shape of Louise Sorkin’s ears. He said: “When a patient has one ear we can match the new ear to that. Fortunately Kieran’s mum has very pretty ears so that should work well.” In theatre the surgical team remove cartilage from six of his ribs. It is cut, shaped and sewn. These frameworks are inserted in pockets in the skin and then using suction, they take on the shape of an

Kieran is delighted with his new ears.

ear on both sides. Great Ormond Street Hospital does about 40 of these operations each year, although most of those are to create one missing ear. The surgery is cosmetic, not to improve hearing. But Mr Bulstrode said it brings huge psychological benefits. “If you can change the confidence of a patient at this young age, you can change their whole trajectory in

life. “You see this when they come back. It’s a huge boost for them.” Tissue engineering Advances in tissue engineering mean that this kind of reconstructive surgery could be done quite differently within a decade. Scientists at the Institute of Child Health (ICH), part of University College London, are creating stem cells from patients’ fat tissue. (BBC)

World News

August 16 - 22, 2014

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WHO: Ebola cases near 2,000, with more than half dead THE deadliest Ebola outbreak in recorded history has now infected nearly 2,000 people, with more than half of those killed by the disease, the World Health Organization said Wednesday. Ebola is believed to have infected 1,975 people in four West African countries since the outbreak began this year, and 1,069 of them have died, the WHO said. The numbers reflect the WHO’s count as of Monday. That’s an increase of 127 cases and 56 deaths in two days, the WHO said. The outbreak began in Guinea and has spread to Liberia, Sierra Leone and Nigeria. The new numbers come as health officials are opening up to the use of experimental treatments and vaccines, since no proven treatment or vaccine exists. A group of ethicists gathered by the WHO this week unanimously concluded that it is ethical to offer unproven medications to fight the Ebola virus, even if their adverse effects are unknown. After the panel’s decision, Canadian Health Minister Rona Ambrose announced that her

government will donate between 800 and 1,000 doses of an experimental Ebola vaccine to the WHO. A “small supply” will be kept at home “in the unlikely event it is needed for compassionate use in Canada,” the Public Health Agency said. The drug, VSV-EBOV, is Canadian-made and -owned, having been developed by the National Microbiology Laboratory. And after an experimental serum was used to treat two American missionaries and a Spanish priest, Liberia is poised to use the serum on two infected doctors. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Liberia’s request for access to ZMapp, which was created by the San Diego-based biotech firm Mapp Biopharmaceutical Inc. Sample doses of the medicine will be sent to Liberia this week to treat doctors who have contracted the virus, the Liberian government said. The two Americans who received ZMapp, Dr. Kent Brantly and Nancy Writebol, received the serum after contracting Ebola in Liberia. They were transferred to an isolation unit at an Atlanta hospital and appear to

be recovering. Writebol’s husband, David, said his wife tells him that “she is feeling better and getting stronger.” “Each time I talk to her, I get a sense her voice is clearer and brighter,” he told CNN’s Elizabeth Cohen. The Spanish priest, Miguel Pajares, contracted the disease in Liberia and was transferred to an isolation unit in a Spanish hospital, where he received the serum. He died Tuesday morning. Mapp Biopharmaceutical said Monday that its supply of ZMapp has been exhausted. Kentucky BioProcessing, which manufactures a version of the drug, is working to increase production of ZMapp, but the process will take several months, company spokesman David Howard said last week. Ebola can torment its victims with high fevers, internal and external bleeding, vomiting and diarrhea. It often afflicts multiple organ systems and can kill up to 90% of those infected. The virus spreads through contact with organs and bodily fluids such as blood, saliva and urine. (CNN)

Michael Brown shooting:

Protestors not backing down TENSIONS between protesters and police in Ferguson, Missouri, have mounted during a fourth night of unrest since a black teenager was shot dead by police. Crowds gathered in the St Louis suburb on Wednesday night despite a police order to leave by the end of the day. Tear gas was fired at angry protesters. Eyewitnesses have said Michael Brown, 18, had his arms raised when he was shot dead by an officer on Saturday. Police say there was a struggle and the officer suffered facial injuries. Earlier on Wednesday, the St Louis County Police Department asked protesters to gather only in the daylights hours and to disperse “well before the evening hours to ensure the safety of the participants and the safety of our community”. The plea came after three nights of tense, sometimes violent protests that resulted in dozens of arrests, looting and the burning of a shop. Despite this appeal to stay away, and an earlier call for calm from President Barack Obama, the anger seemed as palpable as ever on the streets of Ferguson on Wednesday night. Heavily armoured vehicles blocked off streets and protesters linked arms defiantly as they were

Scenes like this early on Wednesday morning were repeated that night.

were told through loudspeakers to leave the area or face arrest. Two US journalists were briefly detained by the police on Wednesday while working inside a McDonald’s restaurant. One of them, Wesley Lowery of the Washington Post, later tweeted: “Apparently, in America, in 2014, police can manhandle you, take you into custody, put you in cell & then

open the door like it didn’t happen.” Among young and old, there is a sense of loss and injustice felt across the suburb of Ferguson. People have decided now is the time to unite and show their disgust at the shooting, whether through church vigils or the poignant protests of young people raising their hands and walking towards police lines chanting “don’t shoot”.

According to the WHO this is the worst Ebola outbreak in recorded history.

Report: Ebola outbreak probably started with 2-year-old in Guinea THE worst outbreak of Ebola may have started with a 2-year-old patient in a village in Guinea. About eight months ago, the toddler, whom researchers believe may have been Patient Zero, suffered fever, black stool and vomiting. Just four days after showing the painful symptoms, the child died on December 6, 2013, according to a report published in The New England Journal of Medicine. Scientists don’t know exactly how the toddler contracted the virus. Ebola is spread from animals to humans through infected fluids or tissue, according to the World Health Organization. “In Africa, infection has been documented through the handling of infected chimpanzees, gorillas, fruit bats, monkeys, forest antelope and porcupines,” WHO says, though researchers think fruit bats are what they call the virus’s “natural host.” Researchers who published the paper this year found a chain of illnesses in the toddler’s family. After the child’s death, the mother suffered bleeding symptoms and died on December 13, according to the report. Then, the toddler’s 3-year-old sister died on December 29, with symptoms including fever, vomiting and black diarrhea. The illness subsequently affected the toddler’s grandmother, who died on January 1, in the family’s village of Meliandou in Guéckédou. The area in southern Guinea is close to the Sierra Leone and Liberia borders. The illness spread outside their village after several people attended the grandmother’s funeral.

Funerals tend to bring people in close contact with the body. Ebola spreads from person to person through contact with organs and bodily fluids such as blood, saliva, urine and other secretions of infected people. It has no known cure. Two of the funeral attendees appeared to bring back the virus to their village, and it spread to health care workers and other family members who took care of infected patients. “A health care worker from Guéckédou with suspected disease, seems to have triggered the spread of the virus to Macenta, Nzérékoré, and Kissidougou in February 2014,” stated the report, noting that more Guinea towns were affected. Clusters of the disease popped up in early 2014 in these areas, with the initial patients suffering fever, vomiting and severe diarrhea, according to the report. Hemorrhaging was less frequent, the report noted. In early March, the Ministry of Health in Guinea and Doctors Without Borders in Guinea were notified about the disease clusters. Health investigators arrived that month and began tracing the disease by examining hospital documents and conducting interviews with affected families and villagers. Ebola has now spread to Liberia, Sierra Leone and Nigeria, prompting global concerns. The report about the emergence of Ebola in Guinea was authored by dozens of international doctors and researchers from institutions in France, Germany, Guinea, WHO and Doctors Without Borders. (CNN)

August 16 - 22, 2014

World News

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Couple held in Bali after American woman’s body found in suitcase

In the last week, Ukrainian government forces have been closing on the few remaining rebel strongholds, including Donetsk, the largest rebel-held city.

Death toll in Ukraine violence doubles in two weeks; 2,086 killed since April: UN THE number of people who have been killed in eastern Ukraine appears to have doubled in the last two weeks, the U.N. human rights office said Wednesday. A spokeswoman for the office, Cecile Pouilly, said the U.N.’s “very conservative estimates” show the death toll has risen to at least 2,086 people as of Aug. 10 from 1,129 on July 26. At least 4,953 others have been wounded in the fighting since midApril, she said in a statement. On average, she said, more than 60 people a day have been killed or wounded as part of “a clear escalating trend” of violence. The totals reflect Ukrainian

armed forces, civilians and armed groups, but the U.N. said the civilian casualties are “likely to be under reported” because of disruptions in communications and the difficulty people have getting medical aid. Pouilly said the U.N. is taking “a cautious approach” toward the apparent doubling of the death toll because of the difficulty of getting firm figures on casualties. In the last week, Ukrainian government forces have been closing on the few remaining rebel strongholds, including Donetsk, the largest rebelheld city. Hundreds of thousands have been fleeing the fighting in the city, which had a population of 1 million before the hostilities. (NYdailynews)

UK: Daughter kept dead mother’s body in bathroom for months A daughter found dead in a home in Oxfordshire had kept the body of her mother in her bathroom for months, an inquest has heard. Pauline and Caroline Jessett were discovered at the home they shared in Cowley Road, Littlemore, in November. The inquest heard it was likely the mother, Pauline, had died in March 2012 and her daughter was unable to cope. Miss Jessett, 50, had carried on living in the house but it is thought she died some time in 2013. The inquest heard Miss Jessett placed the body of her 78-yearold mother in the downstairs bath and covered her with blankets and sheets. The mother and daughter’s bodies were found after environmental health officers were called to the house by neighbours because of concerns about the safety of the property. Police discovered the body of Miss Jessett lying on the floor of a

bedroom on 21 November. That day, the house was declared structurally unsound, with holes in the floors and walls and had to be made safe before investigations could continue A week later, Mrs Jessett’s body was discovered in the bathroom. At the time, next door neighbour Raymond Bailey described the women as reclusive. Post-mortem examinations carried out on both bodies were unable to determine a cause of death. Miss Jessett’s body was described as “mummified” by police and could only be identified by forensic techniques. Her mother was identified from the unique serial number on an artificial hip. Describing the case as “sad and unusual”, coroner Darren Salter recorded a verdict of death by natural causes for Caroline Jessett, most likely from a brain tumour.

THE cabbie probably thought nothing of it when the young couple left their large hard-sided suitcase in the trunk of his car and went back into the five-star hotel. They said they needed to find the other person they were with and to pay their bill. But after a lengthy wait, the young man and woman still hadn’t returned. Puzzled, the driver called hotel security. The suitcase in the trunk looked very odd. It was wrapped in a bedsheet. Then the cabbie saw blood. When authorities at the South Kuta station in Bali, Indonesia, opened it, they found inside the badly beaten body of Sheila von Weise Mack, wrapped in a bloodstained bedsheet. Two smaller suitcases were found in the St. Regis Bali Resort garden. Both contained hotel towels with blood on them, according to police. Mack, 62, of Chicago, had been staying at the posh St. Regis with her daughter, Heather Mack, and the daughter’s boyfriend, Tommy Schaefer. The daughter and her boyfriend were later found at another hotel about 15 kilometers (9 miles) away. The couple’s St. Regis room was “very messy,” with clothes still inside. The couple told police they had been taken captive at the resort

The body of Sheila von Weise Mack, 62, was stuffed in this hard-sided gray suitcase, displayed here at a police station.

Tuesday by an armed gang, whose members killed Sheila von Weise Mack, but they escaped, CNN affiliate Trans TV reported. Djoko Hari Utomo, police chief of Denpasar, the capital of Bali, said the pair were taken into custody but said they cannot be described as suspects at this point of the investigation. According to Indonesian law, police can keep the couple in custody for up to 24 hours before they are named as suspects. If named, they can be held up to 20 days. A lawyer appointed for the couple told Reuters that Heather Mack didn’t want to comment on the incident. She repeatedly asked for

a lawyer from the United States, he said. U.S. officials will offer consular guidance to the two Americans. A doctor who examined the body said that judging by the bruises and other wounds, Mack was struck on the face and other parts of her head with a blunt object. She also had a gash on her forehead. Dr. Ida Bagus Putu Alit told CNN that there was evidence -- a broken fingernail and bruises on both wrists -- of an apparent struggle. He said Mack likely had been killed eight to 12 hours before he received the body Wednesday afternoon. (CNN)

Brazil presidential candidate Campos dies in air crash BRAZILIAN presidential candidate Eduardo Campos, 49, has died in a plane crash, party members and local officials say. The plane carrying Mr Campos came down in bad weather in a residential area of the port city of Santos, in Sao Paulo state. Four other passengers and the two pilots were also killed. President Dilma Rousseff has declared three days of national mourning and cancelled campaign events. “The whole of Brazil is in mourning,” Ms Rousseff said in a statement. “We lost a great Brazilian today, Eduardo Campos. We lost a great comrade,” she added, calling her rival a “great political leader”. Mr Campos’ family had actively opposed Brazil’s military rule (19641985). A married father of five children, he served two terms as governor of the north-eastern Pernambuco state. For the moment Brazil is still absorbing the shock of the sudden death of a charismatic presidential candidate, who while third in the polls, had the potential to have a bigger impact in October’s election than this might have suggested.

A former state governor, Eduardo Campos had been running third in the polls for October’s election.

The night before his death, Eduardo Campos appeared live on the country’s main TV news programme, Jornal Nacional, and gave a poised and confident performance as he was quizzed by two presenters. Analysts say Brazilian political life will be the poorer for the loss of a politician who, along with his running

mate Marina Silva, aimed to offer a third way between the governing Workers’ Party (PT) and their traditional opponents, the Brazilian Social Democracy Party (PSDB). And if he might not have reached the final round of voting in the 2014 election, he was certainly seen as promising candidate for the future. (BBC)

Job Listings Services Auto sales real estate

Brama Kumaris

Raja Yoga

Classifieds

Meditation Centre Turks and Caicos Islands

Telephone 946-4760 & 332-4101

www.bkwsu.com Email: bkpadma@bkwsutci.com

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946-4664 Fax: 946-4661

Email: tcnews@tciway.tc

Website: tcweeklynews.com

FLOWER GIRL

Is looking for a Part-time

delivery driver With own transportation who is interested in making extra cash.

Contact: 231-3788

Construction scaffold and roof tiles for sale CONTACT: 431-1591 OR 231-3788

August 16 - 22, 2014

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PRICED FOR Amazing Value! QUICK SALE Lot for Sale

Beautiful hillside, water front lot in Paw Paw Joe, North Caicos South

$50,000

(or nearest offer) Also additional seven acres plus in Kerr Mount (inland) contact Veronica at 1-242-327-8011 or 1-649-232-3508, (242) 676-3592

In Gated/Planned Community in Long Bay. Flamingo Crossing lot comes with full set of House Plans, all underground utilities, etc.

$49,999 o.b.o. Call 231-3788

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Call: 231-3788

B&L Envisage

NATIONAL HEALTH INSURANCE BOARD

Medical Case Manager JOB DESCRIPTION • •

Providenciales

REPORTS TO:

•

SUBORDINATES:

•

SUMMARY / PURPOSE OF JOB:

•

Medical Officer

Patient Representatives / Benefit Coordinators

The National Health Insurance Board Medical Case Manager will be responsible for co-ordinating health care services for cases approved for the Treatment Abroad Program. The Case Manager will organize access to the overseas provider network, coordinate overseas care and oversee the entire case inclusive of medical, social and other services up until there is there is satisfactory and appropriate transition of the case back to the preferred local provider. The Case Manager will ensure full records are kept on each case and that there is timely transfer of information between all attending providers.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• To consistently exercise discretion and judgment to analyse, interpret, make deductions and decide what actions are necessary based on a provider request and the National Health Insurance Ordinance 2009, Benefit and Overseas Referral Regulations. • Works in consultation with the Medical Officer and referring Provider in developing action plans on each assigned case. • Procures additional services as needed and must refer all request to the Medical Officer for approval where the cost of such services to the National Health Insurance Board exceeds U$2500Initiate and facilitate communication between the client (patient) and health care providers. • Works with the client on a day-to-day basis using professional judgment and discretion to implement the Treatment Plan • Assists in development, implementation and revision of individual treatment plans; assures that services provided are specified in the Treatment Plan and monitors progress toward treatment goals • Consults and cooperates with the local preferred provider and relevant MOHH departments to facilitate linkage, referral, crisis management, advocacy, and follow up with the focus on

• •

• • •

Salary: $6.00

Contact: 231-6991

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La Vista Azul Condominium LVA Management Ltd.

Caicos Express Airways Is seeking a

Baggage Handler Salary: $6.00 per hour

Contact: (649) 941-5730 10254

Lew & Jan Construction Is seeking a

Seeking to employ a

Cleaner Must have at least 2 years of experience in working in a resort. Must be able to communicate in English. Must be ready to work 6 days a week and on request. Salary:$6.00 per hour

Labourer Must be willing to work 5 days per week. Salary: $6.00 per hour.

107 Turtle Cove Dr. Turtle Cove, Providenciales.

Contact: 941 8118

Contact: 232-7317

Mercedes Beauty Salon

Rudolph Handfield

10232

Is seeking one

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:

• Internal – Insurance Claims Manager, Claims Officers, IT, Registration and Accounting Officers • External - Members of the public, Ministry of Health and other TCIG Ministries, TCI Hospitals, International medical providers, Insurance Third Party Administrators

Is seeking a

Domestic

Hairdresser worker Salary: $5.00

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Principles, practices and techniques of medical case management • Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office • Good written and oral communication skills • Good problem solving skills

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor degree in Nursing • Current (Good Standing) Registration with TCI Health Practitioners Board • At least four (5) years as Registered Nurse in a senior/supervisory position • CSMA, MTA certification preferred but not a must

Contact: 331-6879

Sanley Star Construction

Turquoise Landscaping Ltd.

4 Tile layers Must be willing to work 5 days per week. Salary: $8.00 per hour

1 Maid

All Applications should be addressed to:

Must be willing to work 4 days per week. Salary: $5.00 per hour.

10240

Contact: 231-0308

Is looking to hire:

Gardeners/ Labourers

Is looking for

Deadline for submission is August 22, 2014.

Human Resources Manager National Health Insurance Board Salt Mills Plaza Providenciales Turks and Caicos Islands British West Indies Email: recruitment@tcinhip.tc

Salary: $6.00 per hour.

per hour. Contact: 343-4440

10250

LOCATION:

Cosmetologists

10252

US$48,000 (base) plus allowances

attaining treatment goals until assigned case is closed. Provides crisis management for clients overseas; making linkages for interventions as appropriate Maintains client and TAP records in accordance with applicable standards and in manner as provided for by the National Health Insurance Board Maintains a high level of ethical conduct regarding confidentiality, dual- relationships, and professional stature Attend meetings as appropriate and meet regularly with supervisor to exchange pertinent information and receive supervision Prepare monthly encounter reports, assessment of assigned cases and collate data for utilization review of Treatment Abroad encounters Advise beneficiaries on the logistics of their overseas care Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the profession by attendance at meetings, lectures, seminars, and reading journals in order to maintain professional competency and proficiency. Monitor and provide guidance to Patient Care Representatives. Suggest systems and procedures to facilitate fulfilment in areas of responsibilities. Any other duty deemed appropriate and consistent with the position, professional qualification and skill set as directed by the Medical Officer

Seeks to employ 4

10251

ANNUAL SALARY:

August 16 - 22, 2014

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• Starting Salary - $5.50/hr • Must have previous gardening experience and be familiar with landscaping equipment such as lawn mowers, trimmers etc. • Must be willing to carry out work such as heavy lifting, digging, weeding, trimming and plant waste removal. • Must be willing to work weekends and holidays • Must have a clean Police Record

Please call 332-4280 to arrange an interview

10253

David Rivera is seeking to employ

Fresh Catch

Heartlyn Forbes

Is looking for a

Contact: 242-0288

10256

Is seeking to employ a

Cook Must be willing to work 6 days per week.Salary $6.00 per hour

Contact: freshcatchtci@ gmail.com 10255

Domestic Worker To assist with caring for elderly with handicap and household chores Must be willing to work without supervision.

Contact: 941-3072

10243

1 Cook 2 Sales Clerks 2 Electronic Tech 1 Beautician

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Bryant’s Air Conditioning & Refrigeration/Bryant Cox Is seeking employment for:

4 A/C Technicians

Must have Knowledge of Mitsubishi A/c equipment (VRF systems, City Multi systems) & Air cool & water cool chiller systems. Capable of repairing minor & major brands of equipment.

2 Domestic Worker & 2 Labourers

Applicants must have a minimum of five years experience. Must be able to understand, speak & write English. All Applicants Must have a valid driver’s license. Salary based on experience.

1 Maintenance Helper

Able to do general repairs (Masonry, plumbing, painting, and electrical wiring etc. Please fax or email resume to:

Fax: 946-4283 Email: bac@tciway.tc Suitable applicants will be contacted for an interview. 10258

MASSIVE

Employment Opportunity For North Caicos 1

Wanted

Cashier/Sale Clerk

Needed as of 6th October, 2014 Individual is expected to work unsupervised, must have great computer skills, customer friendly, willing to work extended hours, Sundays and holidays as required. Normal Working hours are 8:00am – 1:00pm break and return 4:00pm – 9:00pm Tuesday – Saturday and 8:00am -2:00pm Sundays and Off on Mondays. Salary is US$6 per hour.

One Labourer

Interested parties apply in writing to royann_30@hotmail.com or by hand at Liquor’s Plus, North Caicos. Belongers only need apply.

Contact: 232-5222

10257

FLOWER GIRL

Wanted urgently

Floral Designer

Must have thorough knowledge in the floral business with 3-5 years experience.

Call: 231-3788

To work Monday to Saturday. Salary:$5.00 per hour.

10196

August 16 - 22, 2014

D&B Auto Parts Is seeking an

Auto Accounts Receivable Clerk Must: • Monitor and Coordinate deliveries • Inspect goods received • Prepare purchase orders • Maintain updated purchasing orders • Have 7 years experience in Auto Parts • Speak fluent English and Spanish • Be familiar with Quick Books

10260

YARD SALE TELEVISION REPORTER FUN WORLD PARKING LOT People’s Television Ltd. (PTV8); is looking for a Journalist.

SATURDAY 30TH AUGUST. 10AM – 3PM

GOING TO SCHOOL

DJ SHAKES IN THE PLACE FOOD AND DRINKS WILL BE AVAILABLE. ;;SOLID WOOD CHILDRENS BEDROOM FURNITURE (COMPLETE SETS $1200/SEPERATES) ;;TOYS/BOOKS/GAMES/BEDDING/TELESCOPE/ CASIO KEY BOARD ;;BRAND NEW SPLIT UNIT AC 700 (IN BOX NEVER USED) ;;OIL PAINTINGS ;;BUILDING MATERIALS (ELECTRICAL/PLUMBING/ DUROCK/LUMBER ETC) ;;40 FT CONTAINER ($2000 OBO) ;;SMALL HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCES ;;2008 NISSAN 350 Z 15000 OBO ;;2004 DODGE CARAVAN 5000.

The person we seek must have

• Strong feature writing and news skills. • A curious mind, will power, an aptitude for presenting information in a precise, concise and effective manner. • He/she should also be able to arrange thoughts and express them clearly in both forms of communications - written as well as oral. • Your job will be to report with speed, clarity and accuracy. The intellect to distinguish a story and objectivity will be very important in this role. • Participate in the conceptualization of new and creative ideas with the team. • Be involved in all aspects of creative copywriting for assigned projects. • Have an attention to details and proofreading skills. • Be able to work at a fast pace and keep within deadlines. • Diploma or degree in Journalism/Mass Communications/English Language • At least 5 years of relevant experience • A flair and passion for writing and reporting • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills • A second language is an added bonus • A good team-player for a growing News Production team • Proactive and able to work independently • Knowledge of PC applications a must An attractive salary is offered and will be commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the successful applicant.

10256

If you feel you have what it takes; please send CV to info@ptv8tci.com or P.O. Box 230, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands

10247

Carpenter

• Training/supervision of apprentice body man All applicants must have a valid TCI driver’s license with clean record and be able to drive a manual shift vehicle. This post is physical demanding and applicant must be able to work long periods of time on his/her feet and be able to lift a minimum of 60lbs Salary is commensurate with experience.

Please send you resume to syrmondg@bayviewmotors.com or drop off in person Monday to Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm

10233

Carpenter

Salary: $5.00 per hour

Contact: 346-5685

Contact: 231-0575

10230

Applicants must be able to work outdoors performing manual and physical labor. They must be able to operate a jackhammer, lawn mower and chainsaw. They will be asked to dig holes, mix and spread topsoil/cow manure and plant. They must be able to speak and communicate in English. Starting salary is $5.00/hr and maybe requires to work on weekends and holidays if needed.

With experience in building furniture and restoration.

Karen Adams Pollard

10237

Dempsey & Company

Salary: $5.00 per hour.

Contact: 244-8820

CBMS

Is looking for a

Caribbean Building Materials & Services Ltd.

boat captain

Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands, BWI Phone 649-941-3400 Fax 649-941-3401

Concrete Pump Operator Applicant will be responsible for the operation and maintenance of a 36 metre concrete pump. Must have mechanical experience and working knowledge of hydraulic pumps, good working knowledge of booms and have good attention to detail. Applicant must have legible handwriting and be service and safety oriented. Must have held a heavy equipments drivers license for a minimum of 5 years.

To drive a 40ft commodore luxury cruiser, the applicant must be pleasant and have knowledge of our local attractions, must be in possession of a captain’s license and must have a clean police record. Salary is based upon experience. Applicants should fax their resumes to 946-4564

Is seeking to employ a

Labourer

Please bring all applications to Environmental Arts located at #65 Beechwood Road, Grace Bay, Providenciales or e-mail to admin@environmentalarts.tc . Successful applicants will be notified by phone for interview.

10227

10231

Blitz Sports Bar and Grill

Job Opportunity

Labourer

Gardeners/ Laborers Needed

Is seeking one

Please Call: 247-0347

Must be willing to work 6 days per week. Salary: $7.50 per hour.

10234

Body Shop Mechanic

Eco Construction

Is seeking to employ one

Is looking for 1

Is looking to employ an experienced

Duties Include: • Repair and replacement of body panel/parts • Sanding, priming of body components • Maintenance of shop tools and equipment’s • Application of anti-corrosion treatments • Operation of vehicle frame adjusting equipment

Direct Development

BLD Group Construction

Bayview Motors

Heavy Duty Mechanic Applicant must have at least seven years experience with concrete equipment, hydraulics and heavy equipment. Applicant must be able to provide their own tools. Applicant must be prepared to work late days, evenings, and weekends as the job dictates.

A local accounting firm requires a

Senior Auditor

Administrative Assistant

to manage and plan all client engagements and to manage staff. The candidate must be a CPA or CA and has least 3 years of accounting and auditing experience. The candidate must also have recent public accounting experience.

Is seeking a

Bar Maid Salary: $5.00

Weekly working hours: 40 hours might have to work over time on short notice. Salary is commensurate with experience.

per hour.

10267

Contact: 243-7047

10241

Please submit application along with copies of qualifications by August 25th to Fax (649) 941-8388

August 16 - 22, 2014

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Applicant will report to and assist the President and Vice President in all facets of the concrete company. Applicant must have an Administrative Assistant Certificate. Applicant must have a minimum of 5 years experience in the concrete industry. Applicant must demonstrate professionalism, resourcefulness and independence with strong organizational, management priority setting and multitasking skills. Knowledge of a foreign language would be an asset. Applicant must have a valid driver’s license. Please reply with reference and clean police record to:

CBMS Ltd. 941-3400

10224

August 16 - 22, 2014

CASABLANCA CASINO

Seeks

SLOT TECHNICIAN MANAGER casablancadaily@hotmail.com or Maryann Ingraham 244-4665 9am-4pm

10270

• Excellent people and leadership skills • In-dept knowledge of slot machine operations, repair and maintenance • Optimizing of floor layout and slot systems • 5-7 years experience in Casino Management • Management of maintenance schedules and routine repairs • Analyzing statistic slot performance & maximize profitability Salary $18.75 per hour

NOTICE OF SALE BY PUBLIC AUCTION Scotiabank (Turks & Caicos) Ltd. of Cherokee Road, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands hereby gives notice of its intention to sell by Public Auction the following properties pursuant to its power of sale as registered Chargee under the Registered Land Ordinance of the Turks and Caicos Islands.

1. Parcel 10401/382 East Suburbs, Grand Turk.

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Single storey with two bedrooms, two bathrooms, kitchen, living/dining room and laundry room on approx. 0.36 acre. Registered Proprietor: Shirlene Smith

SALES!!!

Due to change of season we are selling lots of items at discount prices. Towels, curtains, bathroom sets, bathroom coordinates, napkins, cups and glasses, canisters, mixing bowls, serving trays and much more for your house.

2. Parcel 61113/57 Long Bay Hills, Providenciales.

Three story with three bedrooms, two bathrooms, kitchen, dining room and laundry room on the main floor. Second level with two bedrooms, two bathrooms, kitchen and living room. Third level has one bedroom, one bathroom and a kitchen on approx. 0.49 acre. Registered Proprietor: Shunaven Selver

3. Parcel 60400/101 Chalksound, Providenciales.

Single storey with three bedrooms, two bathrooms, kitchen, living /dining room and laundry room on approx. 0.63 acre. Registered Proprietor: Delthia Felicia Francene Russell

4. Parcel 60811/17 The Bight and Thomas Stubbs, Providenciales.

Single storey with two bedrooms, one bathroom, kitchen and living/dining room on approx. 0.28 acre. Registered Proprietor: Kirkley George Rigby

5. Parcel 60807/170 & 171 The Bight and Thomas Stubbs, Providenciales.

Single storey with four bedrooms, three bathrooms, kitchen, living/dining room and laundry room on approx. 0.26 acre. Registered Proprietor: Thoshena Terrell Adderley

6. Parcel 50500/255 Whitby Cove, North Caicos.

Unfinished single storey with four one-bedroom apartments with bathroom, kitchen and living/dining room on approx. 0.27 acre. Registered Proprietor: Paul Anthony Gardiner

7. Parcel 60003/34 North West and North Central, Providenciales.

Phase one of the Priton Homes: two bedrooms, one bathroom, laundry room, kitchen, living/dining area on 0.25 acre. Registered Proprietors: Leighton Cailo Green and Vanessa Pauline Green

8. Parcel 60807/172 & 173 The Bight and Thomas Stubbs, Providenciales.

Two storey apartment building, main level with two one- bedroom apartments with kitchen and living room and second level with one two-bedroom, two bathroom, kitchen and living room on approx. 1.00 acre. Registered Proprietors: Jacqueline Edna Brown and Latasha Makalia Delancy

9. Parcel 60900/187 Leeward Going Through, Providenciales.

Single storey with four bedrooms, three bathrooms, kitchen and living/dining room and two one- bedroom guesthouses with bathroom, kitchen and living/dining room on 0.65 acre. Registered Proprietor: Jacqueline Edna Brown

The auction will be held at the offices of Scotiabank (Turks and Caicos) Limited, Grace Bay Branch, Providenciales at 10 o’clock in the morning on Friday the 29th day of August 2014. A reserve price will be fixed on all parcels. A deposit of 10% is due immediately upon all accepted bids. 10266

DUNCANSON & CO. Barristers & Attorneys

PUBLIC NOTICE DUNCANSON & CO. Barristers & Attorneys are pleased to announce the re-opening of our Leeward Highway Office for ongoing legal services to the public. We are located in our own building across the street from the Supreme Court complex, next door to the offices of TC Weekly News and between that and the St. Monica's Anglican Church. We specialize in: • Civil Litigation (Particular competencies: Judicial Review and other claims against TCI Government/Departments, Mareva and other Injunctions, Land, Trust & Bank disputes) • Property Matters, Planning Department & Development Issues • Business Law • Immigration • Labour Disputes Telephone: (649) 941-4444 Telefax: (649) 941-4235 Cellphone: (649) 245-1314 email: berynd@yahoo.com DUNCANSON & CO. Barristers & Attorneys

PO Box 52, Cheshire House East 1315A Leeward Highway, Providenciales

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Interior Design Position Available Immediately

NATIONAL HEALTH INSURANCE BOARD

Requirements - Applicant must have a minimum of 5 years experience in the Interior Design field - Ability to manage multiple projects on a deadline schedule - Must possess strong leadership, organizational and communication skills. - Be proficient with Auto Cad, Excel, Word, Quick Books and Photoshop - Have experience and knowledge in the recruitment of prospective clients and projects - Must be prepared to supervise the container offload and install of client furnishings - Must be prepared to work some holidays, weekends and nights as required - Applicant must own a vehicle and carry a valid Turks and Caicos Drivers License. - Salary (U.S.$1,500.00 per month plus commission).

VACANCY FOR THE POSITION OF

SYSTEM ADMINISTRATOR

Resumes and Photo’s of Applicants work and three references can be sent to:

Faye Ellingson of Design Studio E-mail address: faye@designstudio.tc

PROVIDENCIALES

Purpose

Is seeking employees in the following categories for a large retail and wholesale Supermarket:

To improve the operations of systems through technical research and development

Assistant Managers

Scope

To overlook the flow of the entire operation of systems. This includes provisioning, supervising, installing, copying and maintaining the software and hardware of the system.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Engineering of related solutions for various project and operation needs. • Install new/rebuild existing servers and configure hardware, peripherals, services, settings, directories, storage, etc. in accordance with standards and project/operational requirements. • Develop and maintain installation and configuration procedures. • Contribute to and maintain system standards. • Research and recommend innovative and where possible automated approaches for system administration tasks. Identify approaches that leverage NHIB resources. • Perform daily system monitoring, verifying the integrity and availability of all hardware, server resources, systems and keys processes, reviewing systems and application logs, and verifying completion of scheduled jobs. • Perform daily backup operations, ensuring all required file system data are successfully backed up to the appropriate media, recovery tapes or disks are created, and media is recycled and sent off as necessary. • Perform regular file archival and purge as necessary. • Plan, coordinate, and implement network security measures in order to protect data, software, and hardware. • Active Directory User Management. • Provide technical support for the NHIB, investigate and troubleshoot both software and hardware issues. • Repair and recover from hardware or software failure. Maintain operational, configuration or other procedures. • Perform periodic performance reporting to support capacity planning • Maintain data center environmental and monitoring equipment • Responsibilities sometimes require working evenings and weekends, sometimes with little advance notice. • Perform other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of NHIB.

• Trains store staff by reviewing and revising orientation to products and sales training materials; delivering training sessions; reviewing staff job results and learning needs with retail store manager; developing and implementing new product training.

Merchandisers

• To assist the Merchandise Buyers in the purchasing of product for inventory stocking of shelves etc. • Make sure the inventory is at the correct and most competitive cost for our customers using the manufacturer’s price lists and set up new inventory in the Mainframe system.

Cashiers

• Receive and disburse money in establishments other than financial institutions. Usually involves use of electronic scanners, cash registers, or related equipment. Often involved in processing credit or debit card transactions and validating checks.

Dairy Department

• The dairy and frozen food manager handles all inventory to stock coolers and freezers. The manager guarantees price integrity along with operation procedures as he ensures company standards are met. When the store owner implements new merchandising programs, the dairy and frozen food manager makes sure to institute the programs to increase sales.

Butchers

• Should be able to Cut, trim, bone, tie, and grind meats, using butcher's cutlery and powered equipment, such as electric grinder and band saw, to portion and prepare meat in cooking form: Cuts, trims, and bones carcass sections or prime cuts, using knives, meat saw, cleaver, and band saw, to reduce to cooking cuts, such as roasts, steaks, chops, stew cubes, and grinding meat etc.

Produce manager

Person specification

Bachelor degree, with a technical major such as computer science. Systems Administration/ System Engineer certification in Microsoft such as MCSA, MCSE. Four to six years Systems Administration experience Sound Knowledge of network cabling and Operative Systems and security of computer

Networks. • • • •

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Norwani Services limited

Maintain and administer computer networks and related computing environments, including computer hardware, systems software, applications software, and all configurations.

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Very detail oriented with the ability to multi-task Show initiative Time management skills Ability to be able to work efficiently with little or no supervision

Salary

• Overseas operations and staffing for the produce department within a grocery store. Ensures quality and freshness of all produce, suggests changes to inventory and pricing, and purchases supplies when needed. Monitors quality of goods and service. Responsible for department staff training, assignments, and scheduling. Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent and 4 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Leads and directs the work of others. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required.

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Baby sitter/Nanny

Control and care for kids at the employer’s residence Prepare bottles and snacks for infant Bathe, dress and groom infants Arrange formulas and change diapers Teach basic language and math lessons if and when needed Organize and take part in leisure activities such as games, crafts, comics, outings and exercise • Maintain a clean and healthy environment inside the home

Salary will commensurate with qualifications and experience Deadline for submission is August 22, 2014. All Applications should be addressed to:

Human Resources Manager National Health Insurance Board Salt Mills Plaza Providenciales Turks and Caicos Islands British West Indies Email: recruitment@tcinhip.tc

Resumes may be sent to norma@norwani.com 10240

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The Barber Shop

Is seeking to employ a

Barber and Cosmetologist Salary: $150.00 per week.

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Contact: 432-4166

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

MANAGERIAL, SUPERVISORY & SKILLED POSITIONS

HOUSEKEEPING SUPERVISOR Responsibilities:

NASTASHA CONSULTANCY Acting on behalf of our clients looking to fill the following positions:

Indria Hall

Yard Cleaner 344-9268

Eleanor Hall

Labourer 342-8560

Salary $5.00 per hour Must be willing to work 6 days a week.

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C & J Employment Agency Acting on behalf of our clients - Sail Provo and Saint Jean Shop to fill the following positions

Labourer

Salary: $5.00 per hour

Mechanic Salary: $8.00 - $12.00 hour

Sales Clerk Salary: $ 5.00 per hour

Contact: 347-2093

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• Ensures maximum compliance and efficiency in the performance of Housekeeping staff in guest rooms and surrounding areas • Carries out the policies and procedures of Housekeeping Departments Standard Operating • Offers assistance to guests and owners, initiates corrective action on complaints of cleanliness and service to guest rooms • Assists in and conducts monthly Housekeeping Inventories as required • Conducts routine guest room and common area inspections. Provides inspections scores and retrains for success • Assists in and conducts staff scheduling and annual performance evaluations • Maintains inventory and stock controls • Ensure delivery of service excellence to all guests by monitoring staff performance and provides hands-on training and development • Evaluates and updates Executive Housekeeper on staff performance. Makes recommendations for appropriate action in the areas of disciplinary and commendation • Maintains quality controls and assurance • Assists in overseeing Laundry Department as required in service, quality, inventory, inspection, scheduling and overall performance

Requirements:

• High school diploma • Must have supervised a minimum of 15 employees • Most work tasks are performed indoors and outdoors. Temperature is moderate and controlled by hotel environmental systems • Must be able to stand and exert well-paced mobility for up to 3 hours in length • Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs. on a regular and continuing basis • Must be able to push and pull carts and equipment weighing up to 200 lbs. on a regular and continuing basis • Must be able to exert well-paced ability in limited space • Must be able to bend, stoop, squat and stretch to fulfill cleaning tasks • Must have minimum of 3 years supervisory experience in the Hotel/Resort and/or Hospitality Industry • Must be able to speak, read, write and understand the primary language (s) used in the workplace • Must be able to read and write to facilitate the communication process • Requires excellent communication and grammar skills, both orally and written to communicate well to guests and owners • Must possess basic math and computational ability • Must have basic computer skills in Hotel PMS, Word, Excel and Outlook • Must work weekends and holidays

LINE POSITIONS

House for rent

3 Bedroom/3 bathroom/fully furnished washer/dryer. Very spacious/ large wrap around decking. Quiet neighbourhood in long bay. Minutes away from shore club/marina/leeward and grace bay. Asking $2000 per month. First/last and security required.

241-1568

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FRONT OFFICE AGENT Responsibilities:

• Provide friendly, prompt, efficient, professional check-in and check-out procedures • Consistent and professional operation of the switchboard • Accurately complete guest reservations as required • Accurately answer all guest inquiries • To be aware of all packages and special rates offered by the property • Have a good understanding of sister properties • Have a strong understanding of local area, sights, activities, attractions and services • Perform other tasks as assigned • Work cohesively with co-workers as part of a team • Maintain confidentiality of guest information and pertinent hotel data

Requirements:

• High school diploma required • Must have experience in the Hotel/Resort and/or Hospitality Industry with a minimum of 1 to 3 years combined experience preferred • Hands-on knowledge using PMS • Strong grammar, reading and writing skills • Must have exceptional customer service and hospitality skills, and telephone etiquette • Must be able to speak, read, write and understand the primary language(s) used in the workplace • Must possess basic computational ability (calculator, word, excel, outlook) • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills • Highly organized and self-motivated • Works well under pressure • Must be able to work flex schedules, weekends and holidays required in the Hospitality industry

POOL & BEACH ATTENDANT Responsibilities:

• Greet all guests and assist with towels, umbrellas, questions, and/or water sports equipment. • Complete setting up and breaking down of all guest lounge areas as designated by management and to ensure that all pool chairs and tables are in a clean and orderly fashion. • Constant walk-through of pool area and beach area to make certain it is clean (no trash on the grounds) and tidy. Inspect entire pool area replacing any missing items and/or repairing (when possible) any items needing attention. (I.E. Umbrellas, Hobie Cat, Chairs, etc.) • Pool & Hot Tub Cleaning (I.E. vacuuming, filtering, scrubbing, sifting, chemical testing, checking skimmers, etc.)

Requirements: • • • • • • • • • • • •

A secondary diploma is an asset Experience as a Pool & Beach Attendant is preferred Must be able to work long hours in all weather conditions Must be able to be CPR certified, First Aid certified, and AED certified Must be a good swimmer and perform rescue when needed Must be able to operate rescue boat Must be experienced in sailing, kayaking, and wind-surfing and operator all equipment Must be able to clean and chlorinate pool Must handle pool chemicals and equipment maintenance and functions Life Guard experience a plus Must speak, read, write and understand the primary language(s) (English) used in the workplace. Must work weekends and holidays

HOUSEKEEPING ROOM ATTENDANT HOUSEMAN LABOURER GROUNDSMEN For the above line staff positions, resort experience is an asset but not a requirement. Applicants must have a willing, positive and personable attitude as well as be willing to work holidays and weekends. They should also enjoy serving people and be willing to learn. Minimum experience in the areas of interest required.

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, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands. Deadline is August 29, 2014.

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Sports Interational

McIlroy wins PGA Championship after dramatic finale at Valhalla RORY McIlroy battled back from a poor start to claim his

second straight major title in the fading gloom of Valhalla

Sunday with a one-shot victory over Phil Mickelson in

Atlantic Ocean Tours Is looking to employ an experienced

Boat Mechanic Duties include:

- Repair and replacement of body panels/parts - Sanding/priming/painting of body components - Maintenance of engine and equipment - Application of anti-corrosion treatments - Operation of daily boat running

All applicants must have a valid TCI driver’s license with clean record and must be able to captain a boat. Must have 8yrs as a boat mechanic This position is physically demanding, and applicant must be able to work long periods of time on his/her feet and be able to lift a minimum of 60 lbs. Salary is commensurate with experience, ranging from $8.00 -> $13.50 per hour.

Please send your resume to mariec@jakarah.com ONLY BELONGERS NEED APPLY

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Fast Growing Business Is Looking To Hire Sales Clerks, Sales Associates & Sales Persons & Cashiers Applicants must: • • • •

Have at least 3 years’ experience or prior working knowledge of the related department. Must be a High School graduate and computer literate Must be punctual and responsible able to work on your own initiative Have a friendly temperament and be willing to go beyond the call of duty to make customers happy. • Be able to write and speak English fluently (bi or multilingual is a plus. Be willing to work flexible hours. Salary $6.50 per hour.

Cashier Supervisor Applicants must: • Have at least 3-5 years’ experience or prior working knowledge and experience in the related field. • Must be a High School graduate and computer literate and possess strong leadership skills. • Must be punctual and responsible able to supervise, motivate and train a team of 5 or more cashiers. • Be able to write and speak English fluently (bi or multilingual is a plus.) • Be willing to work flexible hours. Salary $8.00 per hour.

Mechanic Applicants must: • Have at least 5 years’ experience mechanic experience in heavy equipment and trucks 2 tons or more and all other automotive. • Must possess a class B-H Turks and Caicos Islands Driver’s License • Be able to write and speak English fluently (Bi-multilingual is a plus). • Be willing to work flexible hours. • Must be punctual and responsible able to work on own initiative. • Be willing to work as a team member Salary $9:00 per hour The Human Resource Department Building Materials, Ltd. / Do it center 1213 Leeward Highway, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands Tel Number: (649) 946-4131; Fax Number: (649) 941-3513 Hand Deliver or Email: hr@doitcenterprovo.com

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the PGA Championship. In near pitch darkness, the 25-year old from Northern Ireland parred the final hole for a three-under 68 to finish on 16-under 268 and deny American veteran Mickelson his sixth major title at 44 years of age. McIlroy was winning the Wanamaker Trophy for the second time and his fourth major, consolidating his status as world number one. The overnight leader trailed Rickie Fowler by three shots as he turned for his back nine but rekindled his hopes with a stunning eagle on the par-five 10th to go 14-under. But up ahead, Fowler was joined on 15-under by playing partner Mickelson and Sweden’s Henrik Stenson, who was also making a tremendous last round charge. McIlroy, bidding for his third straight victory after his British Open and WGCBridgestone titles, refused to be daunted and a birdie on the 13th saw him draw level. First Stenson, then Fowler and Mickelson dropped shots

Rory McIlroy solidifies his status as world’s number one with the win.

to go back to 14-under and when McIlroy birdied the 17th he led by two playing the last. With the light fading fast, Fowler and Mickelson agreed to let McIlroy and his last day partner Bernd Wiesberger of Austria to also hit their tee shots on the 18th, effectively playing it as a fourball. McIlroy nearly found the water with his drive and had to settle for his par, while Mickelson made his birdie to edge ahead of Fowler and Stenson into second place. American pair Jim Furyk and Ryan Palmer finished on

12-under in joint fifth. McIlroy thanked Mickelson and Fowler for their sportsmanship as he accepted the trophy and said there was never any doubt in his mind he would finish the job Sunday. “I wanted to win this thing and get out of here,” he said. His latest triumph completed a remarkable run for McIlroy, who had endured a difficult 2013 after first PGA Championship success two years ago. “I’d never dreamed I’d have a summer like this,” he admitted.

Ports Authority of the Turks and Caicos Islands

NOTICE The Ports Authority of the Turks and Caicos Islands hereby gives notice of its intent to dispose of goods, vehicles, wrecks, equipment or other articles within the Government ports that appears to be derelict and un-saleable in accordance with Section 25 (5) of the Ports Authority Ordinance 2009. Any person interested in the removal and disposal of these derelict goods must file such interest with the Director of Ports (Acting) no later than Noon September 5, 2014. For further details please contact the Authority at the below address. Dated August 15, 2014 Director of Ports South Dock, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands Telephone No. 649 941 8950 and Fax No. 649 941 4262 dbeen@ports.tc

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Sports Interational

Steve Ballmer now owns LA Clippers for record $2 billion FORMER Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer became the new owner of the NBA’s Los Angeles Clippers on Tuesday, concluding a public saga in which the league expelled one of the prior co-owners for racist comments. The sale marks the end of co-ownership by billionaire Donald Sterling, who was ousted from the NBA and then battled his estranged wife, Shelly, in a California probate court over control of the couple’s trust, which owned the franchise. Sterling, 80, lost that legal battle when the probate judge ruled the deal by Shelly Sterling to sell the Clippers to Ballmer could move forward. Sterling bought the Clippers in 1981 for about $12 million and was the longest-tenured owner in the NBA. The negotiated $2 billion sale price is a record for any professional sports franchise in North America. Ballmer,

58, was ranked No. 35 this year on Forbes’ annual world’s billionaires list and has a net worth of $20 billion. Ballmer, players and coach Doc Rivers will meet fans Monday at the Staples Center in Los Angeles during the Clippers Fan Festival. “I am humbled and honoured to be the new owner of the Los Angeles Clippers,” Ballmer said in a statement. “Clipper fans are so amazing. They have remained fiercely loyal to our franchise through some extraordinary times. I will be hard core in giving the team, our great coach, staff and players the support they need to do their best work on the court.” In April, Sterling came under fire for making racist remarks against AfricanAmericans in comments to his companion V. Stiviano. The recorded conversation was published online. In response, the NBA

Former Microsoft executive Steve Ballmer bought the Clippers for $2 billion.

banned Sterling for life, fined him the maximum $2.5 million and moved toward terminating the Sterlings’ ownership rights in the franchise. Under the sale, Ballmer agreed to give Shelly Sterling the title of “owner emeritus” of the team, allowing her to retain a connection to the franchise.

Flamingo Pharmacy

VACANCIES Exciting New Vacancy Vitamins and Sport Nutrition Specialist

Flamingo Pharmacy is looking for a dedicated and knowledgeable health and wellness expert to manage the vitamin and sports nutrition section of the store. The ideal candidate must be able solve the customers’ needs, develop and foster long-term, trusting relationships, and share information regarding, health, fitness and nutrition. Must be a personal advocate of healthy living through nutrition and exercise. This role requires continuous learning as new products arrive monthly so must be able to keep up to date with the latest trends and science.

petition to an appeals court to direct the probate judge to vacate his order. He said the issue was moot because the family trust had received the $2 billion already. “Donald Sterling’s petitions are patently frivolous,” he said. Sterling has sued the league for $1 billion, claiming antitrust violations in its handling of the matter. He also is suing his wife and NBA Commissioner Adam Silver, seeking monetary damages in civil court. Court documents filed by Sterling’s attorneys call the potential deal “unlawful” and “fraudulent” and ask for an injunction to block the sale. (CNN)

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for the position of

Assistant Terminal Manager Job Overview:

The Assistant Manager’s role is to coordinate and oversee administrative terminal functions under the leadership of the Terminal Manager. Applicant must be accountable to ensuring that a hands on approach is taken towards efficient facilitation and operation of the Terminal Facility with a strong focus on customer service, safety and regulatory compliance.

Applicants must: • • • • •

Associate degree level education or higher preferred. Have excellent computer knowledge and skills – Microsoft Office Suite Competent Be able to read, write and communicate effectively in English Must possess strong leadership skills Must be willing to work on a shift basis, on holidays and on weekends

Duties and Responsibilities include:

Qualifications and Experience

- Bachelor’s degree in sports science, nutrition, health promotion or related field from an accredited university. - Alternatively a business degree plus five years’ experience in a retail supervisory role in a high volume specialist store including sales and merchandising. - Ability to train and educate other team members to improve product knowledge and grow sales. - Proven ability to manage social media, marketing, advertising and promotions. - 40 hours per week including most Saturdays. - Basic salary from $32-40K plus performance related bonus.

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“I am thrilled that the Clippers now have such a wonderful new owner,” Shelly Sterling said. “I am

confident that Steve will bring the city a championship team in the very near future. ... I cannot wait for the new season to begin.” The sale of the Clippers closed after “the entry of an order by a California court confirming the authority of Shelly Sterling, on behalf of the Sterling Family Trust, to sell the team,” the NBA said Tuesday. “The NBA Board of Governors previously approved the sale and Ballmer is now the Clippers Governor,” the basketball league said. Pierce O’Donnell, an attorney for Shelly Sterling, said Tuesday evening that he had filed court papers opposing Donald Sterling’s

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Assist the Terminal Manager and act on their behalf when absent Liaise with Airline Operators on flight operations Offer protocol assistance when needed Assist in preparing monthly reports through accurate daily terminal reports, inventory of stock and supplies, scheduling, maintenance of time-clock and attendance logs and terminal maintenance reports. • Have overall responsibility for the day to day cleaning operations of the airport terminal. Salary payable is in the scale $30,000 to $36,000 per annum commensurate with qualification and experience.

Qualified Pharmacist

Interested persons must submit their applications before September 5, 2014 via email or in person to:

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in pharmacy from an internationally recognized university. Eligible to register with the TCI Health Practitioners Board and MPS. Recent experience managing a pharmacy business. At least five years’ experience in community pharmacy. Excellent IT skills including use of POS and Kroll or similar. Abilty to work long shifts including weekends and holidays. Salary commensurate with experience ranging $45-65K

The Human Resources, Training & Development Manager Turks & Caicos Islands Airports Authority, Providenciales International Airport Turks and Caicos Islands Telephone # 649-941-8692 Fax # 649-941-5996 Email: info@tciairports.com

Please send cover letter, resume and copies of qualifications to jobs@ flamingopharmacy.com. Incomplete applications will not be considered. No phone calls. Belongers only need apply. Closing date August 31st 2014. 10225

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SPENCE SECURITY & INVESTIGATION SERVICES, LTD

CPL:

JOB VACANCIES The leading and trusted security company in TCI is in need of personnel to fill up the following position.

MONITORING OPERATORS Qualifications:

Operator position open; must be at least 18 years old, must be able to work shift day and night. We require a certificate in computer operating, A level 2 certificate in direct alarm monitoring. Please submit a valid police record, finger prints and a passport copy. Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and certificate from previous employers. Salary starts @ $7.00/hr

JUNIOR ACCOUNTANT Responsibilities:

• Invoicing, Bills payment • Payroll, inventory of products • Other functions as assigned by the CEO Qualifications • Minimum of 6 years related experience • Computer proficient in MS office • Must know QuickBooks accounting program • Possess a valid TCI drivers license; Must be an excellent team -player Salary starts @ $1600 monthly

Russell blitz knocks Red Steel out ANDRE Russell blasted an unbeaten 62 off 27 balls as Jamaica Tallawahs knocked out the T&T Red Steel in the first semi-final of the Caribbean Premier League at St Kitts on Wednesday. With the win, the Tallawahs were expected to take on the Guyana Amazon Warriors in the second semi-final (Thursday afternoon) with the winner of the match set to meet the Barbados Tridents in the final at 16:00h on Saturday. Tallawahs opted to bowl first and they snapped up three quick wickets. However, a 110-run stand for the fourth wicket between Ross Taylor and Darren Bravo helped Red Steel recover as they posted 155. David Bernard was the pick of the bowlers with 3/19. In reply, Tallawahs started off disastrously and they were staring at elimination. Russell, though, had other ideas. He got going by smashing two sixes off Jason Mohammed and he slammed 15 runs in the 19th over bowled by Shannon

TECHNICIAN

Gabriel. With eight needed off the last over, Juan Theron blasted a six off Dwayne Bravo as they sealed victory with two balls to spare. Brief scores: Trinidad and Tobago Red Steel 155/6 in 20

Qualifications • Minimum of 7 years experience in alarm industry w/excellent work history • Computer literate, possess technical or engineering degree • Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills {English} • Possess a valid TCI driver’s license; Must be an excellent team -player Salary starts @ $1900 monthly

Is looking to employ 2

labourer • • • •

My be willing to work with no supervision Must be willing to work holidays and weekend Must have valid driver’s license Applicant will be responsible for keeping the surrounding of both restaurants clean of debris, repair lighten fixtures and assist with any other task.

How to apply: Submit resume’ with application letter with 2 ID photos, employment and training certificates, copy of police record and finger prints and passport to Spence Security office Interested applicants should send resume’ and applicable certificates address to:

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Is seeking 1

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Must be willing to work 5 days per week. Salary: $5.00 per hour.

Contact: 3431756 or 442-0238 10270 Roseline’s Beauty Salon

Des Electrical Is seeking to employ 1

Store Clerk

Is seeking a

Salary: $250.00 per week

Contact: 245-1239

Hair Braider/ Hairstylist Salary: $5.00 per hour.

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Qualifications: • Minimum of 5 years military/police experience or 4-5 years security officer experience • Must have basic personal safety and other security training certificate • Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills (English) • Can follow instructions and write comprehensive reports • Must be an excellent team-player • Must have valid TCI Driver’s License Salary starts @ $8.50 per hour for security officer Supervisor starting rate: 9:50per hour.

Please send your resume to mariec@jakarah.com

D & J Provo – North Caicos

Domestic Worker

SECURITY OFFICER

overs (Ross Taylor 70, David Bernard 3/19) lost to Jamaica Tallawahs 158/6 in 19.4 overs (Andre Russell 62*, Nkrumah Bonner 39, Suleiman Benn 3/27) by four wickets. (Go Cricket.com)

Danziel Gibson

CH LTD

Responsibilities: • Installation of Burglary and fire alarm system, integrated access control, and IP network surveillance systems. • Computer Programing • Processing service calls, equipment inventory • Other functions as assigned by the Tech. Director/ CEO

‘The Admin Manager’ not later than August 23, 2014 to: SPENCE SECURITY & INVESTIGATION SERVICES, LTD. P.O Box #73 Caribbean Place, leeward Highway, Providenciales Email address : spencesecurity@tciway.tc Or visit our office in Person.

Andre Russell scored 62 runs from 27 balls to give the defending champions another life in the first semi-final of the CPL.

Contact: 246-5648

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Sports Interational

Mo Farah went to the front with 600m to go and opened out as always at the bell, but only in the final 60m did he get rid of Turkey’s Ali Kaya before eventual silver medallist Vernon’s late surge.

Mo Farah wins 10,000m European Championship gold MO Farah had to battle to win back his European 10,000m title as his fellow Briton Andy Vernon snatched a fine silver. Farah, ill or injured for much of the summer, came good in his second track race of the season to match his team-mate Jo Pavey’s distance gold. In a slow race a large lead group went through halfway in 14 minutes nine seconds, and with four laps to go seven athletes were in theoretical contention. Farah went to the front with 600m to go and opened out as always at the bell, but only in the final 60m did he get rid of Turkey’s Ali Kaya before Vernon’s late surge. The winning time of 28 minutes 8.12 seconds was less relevant than the salvaging of something from a crisis-ridden season. Farah now has five European golds, one more than Colin Jackson and Steve Backley, and nine medals in major championships - a tally that out-strips Daley Thompson, Jonathan Edwards and Linford Christie. The 31-year-old double world and Olympic champion will have

the chance to win another gold in the 5,000m on Sunday. “I was really ill a few weeks ago but training has gone well,” said Farah. “Winning the European Championships again really does mean a lot to me. “I didn’t want to let people down after missing the Commonwealth Games - it hasn’t been easy. “I won the 5,000m and 10,000m double in Barcelona in 2010 and I won one title in Helsinki two years ago. Now I’m excited for the 5,000m and I hope to run well again.” For the 28-year-old Vernon too this was rich reward for a season that began well before looking like it might be wrecked by injury. His late dash for silver, overtaking Kaya on the line, brought back memories of Chris Thompson’s own silver behind Farah in Barcelona four years ago. Farah has endured his own troubled year, his first serious problems since his distance double at the Europeans of 2010 launched him into three seasons of world-beating brilliance. (BBC)

Ireland’s commitment was never in doubt but England ultimately just had too much power.

England to battle Canada in Women’s Rugby World Cup final ENGLAND reached the Women’s Rugby World Cup final for the fourth time in a row as they outclassed Ireland in Paris. A dominant performance from the pack enabled England to hit back after Alison Miller gave Ireland a 7-0 lead. Tries from Rochelle Clark, Kat Merchant, Kay Wilson and Marlie Packer (two) secured victory. England, who lost the three previous finals to New Zealand, will play Canada, with whom they drew 13-13 in the pool stage, in the final. Canada withstood late pressure to beat hosts France 18-16 in the other semi-final. Ireland were out-gunned by England’s all-round superiority, led by a bruising scrummaging performance. However, after a previous best finish of seventh in a World Cup, they will look back with satisfaction at reaching the semi-finals for the

first time. Their pool win over New Zealand - the defending champions - was the biggest shock in the history of the competition, but it is possible it left them too drained to once again hit the same heights in order to see off England at Stade Jean-Bouin. For the first 20 minutes the Irish were on top and they took the lead as winger Miller found herself at the bottom of the heap after Ireland’s pack had driven a maul over from a line-out. Full-back Niamh Briggs, who had an outstanding tournament, landed the tricky conversion to make it 7-0 with 15 minutes played, and England were looking rattled as the Irish disrupted their line-out and used the choke tackle to force a steady stream of turnovers. England finally opened their account with a similar score to Ireland’s as prop Clark burrowed

over after a driving maul, and the Red Roses assumed control in the final 10 minutes of the half. Emily Scarratt was at the heart of the action, a couple of damaging runs opening up the Irish defence and a couple of accurate penalty kicks atoning for her earlier missed conversion. In between the outside centre’s two penalties, she also converted England’s second try after her 50m break set up the position for winger Merchant to finish in style. England were suddenly in total control and Ireland, 18-7 down at the break, needed to start the second half strongly if they were to reach a maiden final. Instead it was all England after the restart and, with their pack increasingly dominant in the scrum, the Red Roses first battered the Irish into submission up front and then exploited the space out wide to romp away. (BBC)

Little League World Series:

Davis believed to be first African-American girl to play WITH braids flapping and fastball snapping, Mo’ne Davis of Philadelphia has become, quite suddenly, the biggest pitching sensation in baseball, at least from the distance of 46 feet. Nobody knows this better than her catcher of five years, Scott Bandura, who says that anybody who regards Davis as some sort of girly gate-crasher or nubile novelty at the Little League World Series needs to take a closer look. “I would just tell them to come watch her play,” the 5-3, 88-pound Bandura said. “If people come in with that mentality, they are in for a

surprise. She can locate and has a lot of movement on her fastball. She is the No. 1 pitcher on our staff.” Everybody from Diane Sawyer to Ellen DeGeneres to Inside Edition has reached out to Mo’ne Davis, not so much because of her 70-mph heater but because she is a 13-yearold groundbreaker, believed to be the first African-American girl to play in the Little League World Series, which started on Thursday in Williamsport, Pa. It is one more achievement for Davis, an eighth-grade honor roll student at prestigious Springside Chestnut Hill Academy in northwest

Philadelphia and standout pitcher for the Taney Dragons, having hurled a three-hit shutout to lead her team to the Mid-Atlantic Region title last weekend. No official announcement has been made, but Davis will likely be on the mound when Taney opens its tournament against Nashville on Friday. Davis and Vancouver’s Emma March, who is also a pitcher, are the 17th and 18th girls to play in youth baseball’s most storied tournament, an experience that Davis seems completely ready for. Her trademark braids may bounce all over the place on the mound, but her inner compass

Mo’ne Davis has pitched her team into Little league World Series, drawing attention of Cy Young winner Clayton Kershaw in the process.

seems pile-driven into the ground. “I’m actually really excited because I want to go out there and have fun,” Davis said from her Williamsport room. You ask her what she focuses on when she takes

the hill, even as the stakes ratchet upward. “I just think about throwing strikes and hitting the spots I have to hit in order to win the game,” she said.

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Sports Interational

Luis Suarez loses ‘biting ban’ appeal, but can train LUIS Suarez will have to wait until late October to make his debut for Spanish club Barcelona after the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) partially upheld the Uruguay star’s ban for biting an opponent on Thursday. The striker was suspended from all football-related

activity for four months -preventing him from even training -- after he bit Italy defender Giorgio Chiellini on the shoulder during a World Cup group game in Brazil in late June, and banned for nine international matches. Switzerland-based CAS heard the 27-year-old’s case

last week as he appealed against the punishment imposed by football’s world governing body FIFA. Suarez and his legal team had spent five hours before a three-man CAS appeal panel in Lausanne in an attempt to reduce the suspension, but the ban on playing was upheld

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along with a fine of $111,000. However, CAS said he is free to take part in other football-related duties “such as training, promotional activities and administrative matters” and confirmed Suarez would be available to play friendly matches for Barcelona and the Uruguay national team during his suspension. “The CAS Panel found that the sanctions imposed on the player were generally proportionate to the offense committed,” the ruling stated. “It has however considered that the stadium ban and the ban from ‘any football-related activity’ were excessive given that such measures are not appropriate to sanction the offense committed by the player and would still have an impact on his activity after the end of the suspension.” Suarez’s ban from competitive matches expires on October 25, and Barcelona’s next match is the “El Clasico”

Luis Suarez’s ban from competitive matches expires on October 25, and Barcelona’s next match is the “El Clasico” grudge match with rival Real Madrid the following day.

grudge match with rival Real Madrid the following day. In a statement on its website, the Catalan giants said Suarez would join a training session Friday morning and will be officially unveiled during Monday’s Joan Gamper Trophy match at the Nou Camp against Leon. Because he is now free to play in friendly games, Suarez could also make his first appearance for Barca in that match against the Mexican

club side. Uruguay also has three friendly internationals scheduled before the end of October so its star striker is available to play against Japan on September 5. But Suarez will still have eight matches of his ninegame ban from competitive internationals to serve and Uruguay FA president Wilmar Valdez said he was disappointed with the CAS ruling.

Sangakkara regains number one Test batsman spot

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FORMER Sri Lankan captain Kumar Sangakkara has regained the number-one Test batting spot in the Reliance ICC Player Rankings for Test Batsmen while India’s Ravichandran Ashwin moved to the top of the all-rounder`s list. Ashwin has displaced South Africa’s Vernon Philander as the number-one ranked all-rounder, while England`s

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Stuart Broad has moved ahead of Australia’s Mitchell Johnson in fourth position. Sangakkara returned to the top following his 10th double century in the Galle Test which Sri Lanka won by seven wickets to lead Pakistan by 1-0 in a two-Test series. Sangakkara, who won the ICC Cricketer of the Year and ICC Test Cricketer of the Year awards in Colombo in 2012, scored 221 and 21 in the Test, which earned him 31 ratings points that, in turn, helped him to dethrone AB de Villiers

from the top pedestal. The South African had snatched the number-one spot from his teammate Hashim Amla in October 2013 and spent a total stretch of 287 days and 33 Tests at the top. Sangakkara had first surged to the top of the batting charts in December 2007 when he replaced Ricky Ponting, while he last claimed the top spot in November 2012 in Galle before Australia`s Michael Clarke dislodged him following his 230 against South Africa in the Adelaide Test.

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Kumar Sangakkara won the ICC Cricketer of the Year and ICC Test Cricketer of the Year awards in Colombo in 2012.

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Sports National Josh for Sports

TCI sports Trivia

The more I find out, the less I know DID you know that two Methodist ministers from Jamaica who came to South Caicos and Grand Turk were responsible for the introduction of track and field into the islands sometime back in the 1920s-30s? The sport of cricket was also introduced into the schools. Both male and female students participated. Female students such as Helena Robinson could literally outplay many of the male students. Did you know that the names of the houses at HJ Robinson High School represent the names of these missionaries? Did you know that the TCAAA, TCIGA, Rifle Shooting and Weightlifting Associations were all founded in 1977/78 by Josh for Sports and that they all acquired memberships in their

By Joshua Gardiner

respective world governing bodies in 1978? Did you know that the presidents of these associations were Josh for Sports (TCAAA and TCI Commonwealth Games Association), Lee Astwood Sr. (Rifle Shooting) and Hugh Wilson-deceased (Weightlifting)? Did you know that we won four medals the first ever we ever participated in international track and field as

a country? Did you know that all the medals were won by our CARIFTA team? Namely: At Florida Relays 1. Corina Capron : gold U-14 100M (ran U-17 at CARIFTA) 2. Dale Taylor: Silver U-14 800M (ran U-17 at CARIFTA) 3. Edith Been: Bronze U-16 400M (ran U-17 at CARIFTA)

CARIFTA 4. Andre Taylor: U-20 Bronze javelin Do you realise that Josh for Sports was their only coach back then? Did you know that this accomplishment by one single coach in one single outing international has never been surpassed in the history of the TCI? Did you know that in

1978 Josh for Sports was totally responsible for TCI’s participation at the Commonwealth Games in Canada in three different sports (track and field, rifle shooting and weight lifting)? Did you know that Josh for Sports represented the TCI at the Norman Manley Games in Jamaica in the long jump in 1978—while being a national coach and sports director? Unfortunately he pulled a hamstring, but with his jumps and ability he could have easily won the event. Did you know that the youngest athlete to represent our country at CARIFTA Games was Ruth Adams (Ariza) Mother Ruth? She was 10 years old and she ran the 3000M U20. Did you know that in 1978 we had national associations

and competitions in softball, basketball, weightlifting, volleyball, table tennis, lawn tennis and dominoes? Did you know that there was professional wrestling held in GT at one time, and a local fan who was disappointed about his favourite wrestler being beaten took a piece of 2X4 and knocked out the opposing wrestler? Did you know that Hon Jags McCartney was responsible for creating the post of national sports director and coach—a post he created for Josh for Sports at a salary of $60-80 per week? Did you know that there were three Turks and Caicos Islanders who have competed for different countries? These include: Hon Dan Malcolm for Jamaica (1950s); Josh for Sports for the Bahamas (1972)

and Delano Williams for Great Britain (2012). Do you realise that the TCI has made its mark in the world of boxing? Kid Porter—Bahamas-US Gary Lightbourne— Bahamas—US A Williams—Bahamas The legendary Tida Wade Also the co-founder of the TCI National Amateur Boxing Association Eddie Taylor (deceased) was a world class trainer who worked in the camp of Angelo Dundee. He claimed that he slept in the same bed with Muhammad Ali. Finally, for now, do you know that we had Flag American football here in Provo? Remember—what you don’t know is bigger than you. Until next time, Love Josh

NASCAR’s Tony Stewart hits, kills driver at dirt-track race in New York

Miroslav Klose (right) scored 16 goals in four World Cup finals for Germany including two at Brazil 2014.

Klose retires from international football THE World Cup’s most prolific goal scorer has hung up his golden boots. Germany striker Miroslav Klose, who scored a total of 16 goals at four World Cup finals, announced his retirement from international football on Monday. The 36-year-old scored two goals at this summer’s tournament to surpass former Brazil striker Ronaldo’s record of 15 as Germany lifted the trophy for the first time in 24 years. Polish-born Klose scored five goals at the 2002 World Cup in Korea/Japan and five more in Germany four years later -- a feat that earned him the Golden Boot that year.

Four more followed in South Africa in 2010 before two goals -- a crucial equalizer in the group game against Ghana and a second in Germany’s 7-1 rout of hosts Brazil in the semifinals -completed his tally. Klose also has the distinction of being Germany’s all-time top goal scorer with 71 goals from 137 internationals. “The success of the team stood and always stands for me in the highest place,” Klose said in a statement published on the German national side’s official website. “With the national team I achieved our greatest goal, a goal which we had together within the squad.

ALTHOUGH NASCAR driver Tony Stewart is not currently facing criminal charges in the death of another driver, he is not officially in the clear. “This is an ongoing investigation, and all options remain available,” Sheriff Philip C. Povero of Ontario County, New York, said Monday. “We’re continuing to gather and analyze every piece of evidence we can.” Stewart hit and killed another driver who was walking on a track during a dirt-track race in upstate New York on Saturday night, authorities said. Kevin Ward Jr., 20, died from injuries suffered in the incident at the Empire Super Sprints series event at the Canandaigua Motorsports Park. The track is about a two-hour drive from Watkins Glen International race track, where Stewart had been scheduled to race in a NASCAR event Sunday. “There aren’t words to describe the sadness I feel about the accident that took the life of Kevin Ward Jr.,” Stewart said Sunday, according to a written statement tweeted by NASCAR. “It’s a very emotional time for all involved. ... My thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends and everyone affected by this tragedy.”

Tony Stewart did not drive Sunday in a NASCAR Sprint Cup race at Watkins Glen International race track.

Stewart decided not to take part in Sunday’s event. “Our hearts go out to Kevin’s family,” said Stewart’s team director, Greg Zipadelli. “This is a very tough, very emotional time for everybody -- his family, our family at StewartHaas Racing.” On Saturday night, Ward’s sprint car hit the outside wall during lap 14 of a 25-lap race, Povero said. A video of the incident shows two cars coming out of a turn with Stewart’s No. 14 car sliding up the track toward Ward’s No. 13 car. The two cars get close and appear to make contact before Ward’s car hits

the wall and spins out. Another car narrowly avoids hitting the 13 car as its sits on the track facing the wrong direction. Ward gets out of his crashed car, walking on the track toward the racecars, which had slowed for a yellow flag. Ward points a finger and appears to be yelling. One car swerves to avoid Ward on the halfmile dirt track. Stewart’s car passes close to Ward, and it appears that its right rear tire hits him. An ambulance took Ward to a hospital, but he died before it arrived, Povero said. (CNN)

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TCI athletes need more exposure, more training facilities – Mrs. Gardiner on preparing a better Commonwealth Games team TURKS and Caicos have improved, but they can do better at the Commonwealth Games (CG), so opines president of the TCI CGA Mrs. Rita Gardiner. In a press release Mrs. Gardiner said that it was obvious that “our athletes need better training or access to training facilities.” She added: “Over the years we have gotten better, however, we are still not satisfied with our performance, even though the talents exist.”

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FULL TIME NATIONAL COACH Mrs. Gardiner feels that there needs to be more exposures for the athletes. “More exposure in international competition and having National Championships on a regular basis has always been a problem and the absence of a full time National Coach is missed.” Former national athlete, Sgt. Alvirto Smith did come in for praises. “Thumbs up must be given to Sgt. Alvirto Smith who has started the Pistons Track Club and who has

Weightlifter Ronald Parker was praised for his effort and potential.

been working voluntarily and on a continuous basis with our athletes throughout the last two years.” EXCEPTIONAL TCI were represented by six athletes and two weightlifters at the event (our lone female shooter Richardia Missick opted out because of an illness), none reached the final round, but two performed above par. Ifeanyi Otuonye leaped to a new national record in the long jump 7.47M, while in the Men’s 85KG category weightlifter Ronald Parker looked good. Otuonye, who has represented the TCI successfully a number of times in the past, felt he could have jumped further. Mrs. Gardiner pointed out that Parker was “praised for his effort and potential as he lifted quite a bit of weights, however, based on competition stance he got out under technicality and was placed eighth in his division”. MOVING FORWARD IN THE SPORT The 26-year-old was praised by Hon. Edwin Astwood (former weightlifting athlete and President of the TCI Weight lifting Association), who said that he was pleased with Parker’s performance and hopes that we as a country will be able to assist him and others interested in this discipline to do better next time. Through the release he stated that special emphasis needs to be placed in the weak areas. He also noted that knowing the rules, discipline and continuous training are essential to perfect performance during international competition. Along with Parker and Otuonye, the other participants at the Games were: track & field- Angelo Garland, Kivarno Handfield, Courtney Missick, Wadley Jean and Dominique Missick; weightlifting: Michael Francois. Also travelling with the team were officials: Rosalie Ingham, Kimmitt Harvey, Donovan Garvey and Alvirto Smith; Government Representatives: Hon. Akeirra Missick, Deputy Premier and Minister Of Education, Youth, Sports and Library Services and Mary Lightbourne, Head of Secretariat and TCI Commonwealth Games Association Representatives Rita Gardiner, Cheryl Forman and Hon. Edwin Astwood.

Missick finishes third in NACAC U-23 high jump – Garland runs new PB in 200M – Otuonye competes with a sprained ankle DOMANIQUE Missick finished third in the high jump, while Angelo Garland’s last minute switch to the 200M showed that he is competitive in the event when team TCI competed at the NACAC U-23 meet last weekend in Kamploops, BC, Canada at the NACAC U-23 Athletics Championships. Missick, who jumped 2.11M at the recently concluded Commonwealth Games, copped his bronze medal with a 2.0M jump. The event was won at 2.28M (a new record) while second place finished at 2.10M. Garland, who had shown signs of fatigue since the Commonwealth Games, decided to run the 200M instead of the 400M (he is the junior, senior, and indoor national record holder in the 400M).

Although he did not reach the final of the event, he ran 21.8s which is officially a new personal best for him. He did run 21.36s earlier in the year at a college meet, but it was aided by the wind. His previous best time was 21.74s at the start of this season. Delano Williams still holds the TCI 200M record with a time of 20.27s at last year’s Champs. TCI’s other representative Ifeanyi Otuonye, who jumped 7.47M at the Commonwealth Games, sprained his ankle in practice the day before his event, but was still determined to jump. His best jump was 3.84M. The event was won by US jumper Braxton Drummond (7.64M), with US’s Devin Field second (7.51M) and Jamaica’s Sedeekie Edie third (7.41M).

File: TCI’s Wilkins Sylvain scored twice in the 4-3 win on Wednesday evening. (Photo by: Valerie Quintana)

Boca U-16 friendlies:

TCI bags lion’s share of wins THE TURKS and Caicos U-16 football team won all three 11-a-side games, but lost in the Beach Soccer Tournament final earlier this week against the visiting Manhattan Soccer (Boca) Club B16 team. As last year, the home team romped to big wins early before the visiting side settled and became more competitive. On Sunday afternoon TCI won 4-0 while they were 2-0 winners on Monday. The visitors fought hard and led 2-0 at half time in the third game before TCI fought back to win 4-3 with Wilkins Sylvain scoring twice. On Tuesday afternoon the visiting side claimed beach soccer glory. Boca team 2 and the AFC Academy

team 1were deadlocked at 3-3 when regulation time ended, but they took the game with a 3-2 win in penalties. TCI’s Technical Director Craig Harrington said that the games were “very competitive,” he also was impressed with the quality of football by both teams. “These games are taking place as part of our Visiting Team Program, which is driven by our players, coaches and referees. In hosting the Manhattan Soccer (Boca) Club this game-centric approach by the TCIFA allows for long-term development to occur through a deeper understanding of what it takes as players, coaches and referees to be successful at the highest level.”

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Williams was expected to compete for TCI at Commonwealth Games IT was only a few months ago that the TCI Commonwealth Games Association (TCIGA) found out that the country’s best sprinter Delano Williams could not represent the TCI at the just concluded Games. President of the TCIGA Mrs. Rita Gardiner said that the news was devastating. “We were knocked over when he was unable to represent us; in fact, he did not represent any country.” She said that when Williams decided to switch allegiances from TCI to Great Britain last year, it was first understood that this move would not affect his participation at the Games as a member of Team TCI. “The agreement by Delano’s manager and UK Athletics during the transition period and the confirmation the entire year thereafter was that he will represent Turks at the Commonwealth Games.

It was only in April that he informed me that Delano couldn’t represent Turks because of his contract and that UK Athletics were funding his training.” COULD HAVE MEDALLED Gardiner said she is confident that that the 100M and the 200M national record holder could have medalled. “Although we were still pushing the issue, we had to be tactful as not to jeopardise his relationship with UK Athletics. This was really unfortunate for Team TCI as we felt he could have won us a medal.” She said that the TCI CGA had: “Invested and supported young Williams throughout his years in Jamaica and it is no secret that these years of Professional Training has put us on the world map of track and field”.

Williams, who currently trains with the world’s fastest man Usain Bolt and the Beast Yohan Blake at the Racers Track Club, is a former World Junior Championships 200M gold medallist. He was nominated by the Commonwealth Sports Awards in 2010 as 1 of 3 Most Outstanding Young Achievers in various sports out of 71 countries. He was also the first athlete from the TCI to achieve qualifying standards for the Olympic Games. CONCERNED Mrs. Gardiner, who thanked the TCI government for giving him the opportunity to study in Jamaica, said Williams’s recent non participation has been a matter of concern. “Lately we have not been hearing much about him participating internationally, and it is a concern to the sports fraternity of the TCI.”

According to the TCI CGA although Delano Williams switched allegiances to GB he was still expected to represent the TCI at the Commonwealth Games.

2014 Caribbean Amateur Golf Championships:

TCI beat Cayman Islands in two divisions – Tied with the USVI twice

THE Turks and Caicos Islands were able to finish ahead of the Cayman Islands in two of the four divisions in which they participated, in the just concluded 2014 Caribbean Amateur Golf Championships. TCI’s best division was the MidAmateur for the Ramon Baez trophy. The pair of Fraser Dods (TCI Golf Association president) and Will Shoreman surrendered their one stroke lead over the USVI which they held after three rounds to finish tied for sixth place. Both teams finished with a total score of 306 to beat the Cayman Islands (310). Throughout the tournament the pair had better front nines (36, 36, 33 and 38) than back nines (39, 41, 42 and 41). In the Super Seniors division for the Higgs and Higgs trophy, veteran golfers Graham Malyan and Richard Sanmiya finished seventh, one spot ahead of the Cayman Islands (311 +23). The duo scored a 74 (37 twice with three birdies) on the final day to finish with 299 (+11). In the Senior Division for the

The Turks and Caicos Islands’ golfers gave it their all.

Francis and Steele Perkins Cup, JP Srinark and Jim Gefucia ended their last hole of the tournament with a

double bogey to finish with a score of 80 which left them tied with the USVI in seventh. Both teams ended

the tournament with 318 strokes (+30). In the Amateur Division for the Hoerman Cup TCI finished with a

score of +349. TCI’s captain Rodney Lavard ended the final round with two birdies in his score of 87.

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