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TCI, Bahamas unite against

illegals

Over the past week, the TCI and Bahamian governments agreed to formalise their commitment to working together to tackle illegal migration, drug smuggling and illegal fishing by signing a memorandum of understanding to that effect.

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Minister of Border Control and Labour, Don-Hue Gardiner, and Governor Peter Beckingham with Bahamian Senator Allyson Maynard-Gibson and Prime Minister of the Bahamas, Perry Christie during a recent bi-lateral visit to the neighbouring country

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Providenciales International Airport expansion 85% completed PAGE 7

Construction begins on first new EU home in Grand Turk PAGE 9

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No ringing endorsement of education in the TCI

THE STATE of the education system, not just in the Turks and Caicos Islands, but also around the Caribbean came in for severe criticisms from popular St Lucian poet Dr Adrian Augier and former Minister of Education and veteran educator in the TCI, Dr Carlton Mills.

Both men were at the time delivering feature addresses at FortisTCI annual plenary session on Wednesday (July 30) at Beaches Resort and Spa. This year, the utility company focused on the correlation between education and economic growth, and the two speakers, along with third guest speaker Governor Peter Beckingham, pointed out that the two are inextricably linked.

Eddinton Powell, FortisTCI president and chief executive officer, opened the session by noting that its purpose is to create a forum where thoughtful ideas on diverse topics can be discussed in a bipartisan atmosphere with the participation of local and international speakers and audience participation.

The guest speakers all shared the view that more needs to done in the area of vocational training and education, creative arts and properly outfitting today’s youth to cope with life and to become the leaders of tomorrow.

Dr Augier, who is also a producer and a visual artist, led the discussion by offering a holistic view of the education system in the Caribbean, and offered stinging criticisms of regional Governments that are educating children in a system that is leaving the majority behind.

“As a writer and an artist I want our children to discover the wonderment of words, learning,

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language and communication.

“Young people who do not understand each other are destined to be at war, left behind by the great river of human progress.

“And more so as an economist I am critically concerned by the shortcomings of the education system, which in my view has failed to keep up with the most fundamental needs and challenges of Caribbean society,” Dr Augier said.

He noted that in this area, the region continues to fragment rather than coalesce, and the unfortunate fact is that the economic growth rate of Caribbean countries has been declining for the last three decades.

“Yes, we are growing, but at a lower and lower rate. As a region we are growing more slowly now than we did in the 70s, 80s or 90s.

“Whereas Caribbean growth rates

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were not uncommon around six or eight percent, most countries are now satisfied with two percent or less.”

Pointing to the abundance of talent in almost any field within the Caribbean, Dr Augier questioned why is it that the region is stuck in the doldrums of stagnation, chronically subjected to low growth, low competitiveness and high unemployment.

One distinct possibility, he said, is that the people are insufficiently prepared, while another major issue may be that the environment required for economic prosperity and progress is not there.

High-energy cost and the relatively high cost of capital are also problems the region needs to address, he added.

“I believe that much of our prosperity can be restored by investing in our people. And by that, I do not just simply mean training more technicians, more mechanics, more programmers, I mean really investing in the whole process.

“Not the worker, who the economy values from 8am to 4pm, 9am to 5pm or on the red eye shift while the rest of the world is sleeping.”

CARIBBEAN LEGACY He stated that the purpose of an education system should not be to send more slaves to ‘plantations’, adding that an inherent understanding of self and history is what will allow youths to legitimately lay claim to triumphs already won.

“If we as a people have no concept of a shared Caribbean legacy which can only be obtained through the study of Caribbean literature, history and geography and the like, they would care very little for the greatness of Bolt, or Walcott, or Bob Marley, Naipaul, Lara, CLR James, Eric Williams, Norman Manley or

Walter Rodney, or for that matter Peter Mensah.”

He added that without this grassroots knowledge, youths of today will continue to feel insignificant and invalidated, which in turn will cause them to look towards persons such Tupac, Mavado, Lil Wayne, and others, most of whom are convicted criminals.

It bears repeating, Dr Augier pointed out, that the region must reinvest more smartly for the kind of education and training which not only will link the skills people have to the skills they currently need, but link citizens to the landscape which they inhabit.

Pointing to what he sees as the unfortunate state of the regional education, he said it is now possible for a student to travel the entire spectrum of the education system, do well, and gain high marks, without ever having a single original thought.

Moreover, while the Caribbean is noted for its talents in the areas of music, sports and the arts, Dr Augier said the region must ask itself just how well it is really doing when the vast majority of the youths are floundering.

He noted that one of the things wrong with the education system is that children are not being prepared for life; they are being prepared for jobs.

“We train them to be cogs in someone else’s wheel. Because we have a tradition of rationing education, and we have to admit this to ourselves, we have developed this system of rational school space which eliminates rather than carry students along.”

He said that what this system does is to train students to provide the expected answers; not think for themselves.

Instead, he said, what they are being taught is how to throw up their hands in despair and desperation in

the belief that better can no longer be done.

He believes that the time has come for governments to admit that they are not teaching the youths to design a new socio-economic or political solution to the unique problems of Caribbean countries.

“To counter these powerful trends regional education system must reinforce our children’s dedication to that great enterprise which is Caribbean society.

“Unless we hold firm to that cause, we will be overrun by the ethics of convenience, the economic scarcity, the politics of expediency, and our own blind and unbridled materialism.

“Our current development model, ill-defined as it has become is not of our making. It’s an amalgam of bits and pieces, fragments that we have inherited and which we have failed to put into one consistent fold.”

Dr Augier is of the view that the region has lost its principles and philosophy as a group of islands, as such the policies are without substance and sustainability.

He stated that regional governments have not been brave enough to re-design their systems of governance, socio-economics and politics to suit regional context in the evolving global reality.

“Not surprisingly we are confused about the very purpose of development; that it should be primarily about our people and rarely little else.”

He said it is to the voters that governments should be beholden; yet they have been seduced into believing that crime, poverty, violence and ignorance are the inevitable offspring.

He added that it is time governments realise that the current socio-economic and political model is not only outdated, but also has not worked very well elsewhere in the developing world.

“We have adopted an outdated system – the West Minister model – we have adopted an undiluted system of capitalism and democracy, we have run away from all of the hybrid systems which have been experimented with in places like Guyana and Grenada… there are lessons to be learned there.”

The cooperative model and the social conventions by which countries in the region joined hands and worked together have been abandoned, he noted.

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TCI to sign cooperation MOU with the Bahamas to tackle illegal activities OVER the past week, the TCI and Bahamian governments agreed to formalise their commitment to working together to tackle illegal migration, drug smuggling and illegal fishing by signing a memorandum of understanding to that effect.

The two governments also agreed to the placement of defence or police forces on each other’s vessels, and the operation of vessels in each other’s countries to curb the aforementioned illegal activities.

There was also consensus to the need for greater sharing of information and intelligence between the two countries as well as the provision of expert training for staff in interdiction methods.

The agreements were reached when Governor Peter Beckingham and Minister of Border Control and Labour Don-Hue Gardiner travelled to the Bahamas on the invitation of Prime Minister Perry Christie to solidify their working relationship.

Christie initially made the overture to work together when he visited the TCI in April and met with the Governor.

The main issue addressed then was that of illegal migration of Haitians and how the two countries together can influence the Haitian government to help curb the practice.

At this week’s meeting in the Bahamas, Haitian President Michel Martelly was also present to speak with the officials from both countries.

MOU WITH HAITI On their return to the TCI, the Governor told the media that the discussions with the Haitian President were positive and that an agreement was reached to have the MOU between the TCI and Haiti signed before the end of September.

Beckingham said: “We expressed to the President of Haiti the appreciation we have in TCI for the contribution of people from Haiti.

“I made it very clear that they make a valuable contribution in many ways but I also said that we obviously have concerns about the number of illegal migrants from his country and I said that I hope we would be able to finalise an agreement with his Government for a number of specific areas.”

He added that the Haitian President gave the assurance that his Ministry of Foreign Affairs would be encouraged to finalise the agreement with the Border Control Minister by the second half of September.

Meanwhile, minister Gardiner noted that there is not a lot left to be covered in the MOU with Haiti, just for an agreement to be reached on the things on which the two countries can agree.

Asked how much change the Government expects the MOU to achieve, the minister said the measure of the change depends on the willingness of the parties to see

Governor Peter Beckingham, Minister of Border Control and Labour, Don-Hue Gardiner and President of Haiti, Michel Martelly share a laugh at a recent meeting in the Bahamas

through to the changes that they would wish to achieve.

He added: “Among those things that we have in the agreement is a time frame for which persons may be repatriated and the protocols to actually follow in those repatriations.

“That MOU will also cover areas that we expect the government in Haiti would do to deter persons

from taking that treacherous journey across the ocean to TCI. “ Gardiner noted that a key component to the draft is the establishment of a monitoring group, consisted of personnel from both countries, which will monitor the progress of the arrangements and how it is actually working to deter migrants and to ensure the safe and

No ringing endorsement of ...

Caribbean literature, history, civics, geography, language, theatre, cultural studies…

“These are the subjects which literally make us humans and they are necessary and should be taught alongside the practical subjects.”

He stated that regional governments are in danger of forgetting that the Caribbean was built one generation at a time, stone upon stone, hand upon hand.

EDUCATION STANDARDS Meanwhile, Dr Carlton Mills addressed the local education standards and the need for more to be done to prepare TCI youths for

the world of work.

“What are we training our students for? Where are they going after graduation, if not in search of employment at these same companies? So why not work with them?

Dr Mills said that there has to be a stronger working relationship between high schools, the community college and the business community.

He said it is imperative that Government and industry work together to identify specific needs and provide work base learning opportunities – internships and apprenticeship – in the fields identified to drive economic development .

These programmes should be a mandatory initiative on the part of the Government to ensure that high school and community college students get the exposure to industry, he suggested.

“This can be done through signing an MOU with businesses, or be imbedded in their development agreements. It should cover every sector of the society so that students’ needs and interests can be facilitated.”

In this way, he added, students will not only get first hand work experience but can also gain credits for their work, learn work ethics, enhance their performances to

humane repatriation of migrants.

“I believe that we in some measure have to give the arrangements an opportunity to work and I believe that given the commitment expressed by the Haitian President that we have found a willing partner to work towards decreasing the incidence of illegal migration between our two countries,” Gardiner stated. (DI)

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develop an overall positive attitude to work.

Dr Mills noted that the Government could also be involved in this initiative by introducing a youth service programme to ensure that students serve in various areas of the Government for at least two years after graduating high school.

This can help them to become mature and better guided when choosing their college careers, he added.

In his presentation, Governor Peter Beckingham, shared Dr Mills’ view that a lot more needs to be done in the way of vocational training for young people.

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Drawing on the experiences he gained at other diplomatic postings, the Governor explained how non-governmental bodies in India made an impact on education among India’s poor by stimulating better parent involvement in the education of their children, and by encouraging students to consider vocational qualifications.

Beckingham also underscored the importance of improving building facilities, especially at Clement Howell High School, parental involvement and the importance of students being encouraged to take up vocational studies. (DI)

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

Is the reduction in call rates enough?

LAST week, Premier Rufus Ewing announced a reduction in the cost of calls across the three mobile networks in the TCI from September, with a possible total elimination of the service charge in the future.

He said consumers are set to benefit from a reduction of 1 cent per minute this year, with an additional .75 cents off next year and the same reduction the following year. This will bring the rates down from the current 8.5 cents to 6 cents per minute by 2016.

Do you think that this enough or could the Government and the phone companies do more for the paying public?

Free calls

Local calls ought to be free, period!

Fishy business

One wonders what brought this up. Possible pangs of conscience for someone in this Government who is making money off the exchange rate.

Who gets the premium, the caller or recipient? There should not be any premium to level the playing field.

Lime has been the cell phone choice of most

of us for years. Certain Caribbean expats also have Digicel because rates to their countries are cheaper than Lime.

Why suddenly does everyone in Government have a Digicel phone paid by the taxpayers?

Do they all need to call Haiti?

Now it costs all of us with Lime phones a premium to call Government officials.

Something smells fishy.

Flat rates

They should give a flat rate, monthly at $25 to $35

Eliminate it altogether

Why did the Government switch cell phone companies, is a better question.

Now when they call all the Lime phones of their constituents it costs the taxpayers more.

This will reduce the number of phone calls to the Government because it is too expensive to call these new phones.

If the Government has the power to reduce the premium, they ought to eliminate it.

Maybe someone owning an interest in one of the phone companies is pulling strings.

The Integrity Commission needs to find out who benefits, but with the lower rates they will just call it a “managed conflict” but still not integrity.

Do better

Of course, they can always do better with the calls rates.

They are charging people a fortune for a satellite they had no part in putting it in place, No financial input, nothing!

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Sports is dying under PNP Gov’t, says Opposition leader NOT enough investment, indifferent attitude towards athletes’ training, and no desire to encourage youths to pursue this discipline were just some of the complaints the PDM voiced about the lack of interest in sports.

The concerns were aired during the budget debate by Leader of the Opposition Sharlene Cartwright Robinson, who was not impressed with the $782,117 allocated to sports in the 2014/2015 budget.

She said there are many benefits in sporting activities, yet it continues to be ignored by the Government.

“This Government has not even vested $1 million in sports in this budget under the sports department.

“This is why I will continue to believe and will agitate for the removal of this department as a department and a return to a statutory

body where it can receive external and other source funding,” she stated.

The party leader pointed out that sports need help and that they are dying under the current Government.

She said that bidding for the Carifta Games does not show a commitment to sports, it only highlights what is wrong as local athletes are not the recipients of year round training in preparation for meets and that the infrequent meets leave them less than sharp.

“We are producing some athletes in this indifferent climate. Imagine if we really trained them and support them.

“Sports have proven to be an area that teaches our youth discipline, camaraderie, team work and conflict resolution. It has also been seen to

Leader of the Opposition Sharlene Cartwright Robinson

unite the most divided countries.”

She added that even with all of these positive effects, the people of the country are yet to see an aggressive sports plan.

She noted that the private sector can, and should be allowed to collaborate with the Government in

this area.

However, she added, that the Government appears to have no desire to create and develop this programme for the youth or any other.

The party leader further thanked the sporting bodies that are driven by private sector for the work they do.

She also commended the recent move by the Government to reintroduce the Cadet Corps programme, but pointed out that the major changes that were promised when it was pulled from the budget last year, have not been made.

“It is back and I am grateful that it is but I dare to say there are no changes as such and I can only conclude that the Government took shame and reintroduced it.

“Whatever its motive, thank you

for responding to the call to have it reintroduced and I look forward to it positively impacting our youth.”

She said that the youths need to feel appreciated, and that many of them are falling between the cracks in the absence of meaningful, organised and positive programmes.

“The devil still finds work for idle hands to do. Youth require investment and serious commitment.

“This entire summer the ministry of education does not have one summer programme.

“The devil still finds work for idle hands to do and the police will tell you that petty theft increases when students are on leave,” she stated.

She said that more needs to be done, as youth and sports, as an important development tool, must receive more than lip service. (DI)

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New Security Check Point.

Providenciales International Airport expansion 85% completed OFFICIALS from TCI Airports Authority (TCIAA) confirmed on Thursday (July 31) that 85 percent of the airport expansion is completed and is on schedule for a winter 2014 grand debut.

July has been momentous for the TCIAA terminal redevelopment project.

The Airports Authority and Dolmen have been able to breathe new life into some of the renovated space and open more usable space to enhance passenger facilitation.

In early July the old security check point was closed off for construction and passengers have been redirected to a partially completed departure lounge and new security check point.

Lavern Skippings, terminal and marketing manager for TCI Airports Authority, said that the departure

lounge will continue to expand as walls are in the process of being removed to further open up the floor space.

“A staircase and floor lift will be installed to take passengers to the second level of the departure lounge which has not yet been made available and is still under construction.

“Passengers are able to access the newly constructed bathroom facility inside of the departure lounge and for the first time, have access to handicapped stalls inside of the lounge.”

She said that their first renovated retailer Jai’s has now been relocated and is open for business.

Other retailers are on schedule to occupy their new store location within the coming weeks.

The international arrivals hall has seen a facelift, as offices for

the Customs Department, police and Immigration Department have been relocated within the newly constructed building.

The old offices have been demolished and the floor space will form a part of the extended immigration line up.

The transition will allow for wider queues for the immigration officers and more space for passengers to be reunited with their luggage from the two impending luggage belts.

The customs hall now has more space to process passengers and newly constructed bathrooms are available inside of the baggage hall to service passengers upon exit.

Passengers can freely flow to the curb-side to be greeted and transported to their destination via taxi or mode of transportation of

their choosing.

Construction works will continue in the new domestic area, the upper departure lounge, the roadway and overall finishing works will ensue.

The TCIAA is a statutory body that was established in 2006 following the split of the Civil Aviation Department into the Civil Aviation Authority and Airports

CORRECTION

THE WEEKLY News would be like to clarify that the statements attributed to the Leader of the Opposition, Sharlene Cartwright Robinson, in the article titled ‘Many things are wrong with the current budget’ in the July 26 to August 1 issue, are actually those of the Deputy Leader of the PDM, Sean Astwood.

Under the tree

Congratulations Janelle THE FAMILY of Janelle Hamilton extend congratulations to her on successfully completing her Masters’ Degree in Pharmacy from Keele University in the United Kingdom.

Best wishes are coming from your mom Nancy Hamilton, father Shirlen Hamilton, siblings, uncles and aunties, and your nieces and nephews.

Authority.

It is mandated for the constructing, controlling and managing of airports, providing and maintaining runways, taxiways and terminals for the efficient operation of airports, providing facilities for customs and immigration services, and health and security checks, and for incidental and connected purposes.

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Education in TCI needs to be aligned with the country’s needs – Dr Carlton Mills VETERAN educator and former Minister of Education, Dr Carlton Mills believes the education system in the Turks and Caicos Islands needs a complete overhaul in order to fit the needs of the country.

During a presentation at FortisTCI’s annual plenary session on Wednesday (July 30), Dr Mills asked some pointed questions related to the structure of the curriculum in the schools and at the community college.

He strongly believes and supports an alignment between the school and college’s curriculum and the needs of businesses in the TCI. He stated that the system in the TCI is one inherited from colonial masters, and was one whereby initially secondary education was denied to students who failed to pass the two successive attempts at the common entrance examination.

He added that with the advent of ministerial government in 1976, there were some changes in the system.

However, in spite of this, the focus remained on academics, Dr Mills said.

“For decades, I have been hearing of the need for a technical vocational training institution generally described as the salvation for the TCI. “This is just talk.”

He added that in order for alignment to take place, the curriculum in schools and the community college has to be overhauled.

“It needs the TCI taste, the curriculum needs to be relevant to meet the TCI taste, and in relation to the kinds of businesses which operate here.

“There needs to be a connection starting at the primary, progressing into the secondary level and ending at the community college. This gives rise to a three pillar system, where each pillar is built on as the student advances.”

He said that in this way, higher education would connect work force development with economic

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development by matching instructional programmes with the needs of the country.

“The question then is, how do we bring about this alignment?

“One must first ask two questions; what are the national goals of the TCI, if we have any.

“Because any adjustment in education must be done in collaboration with the set goals of

the country.

“Secondly how do these goals tie in with our educational system?”

Dr Mills noted that in order to set goals, the Government needs to have knowledge of these questions.

He further observed that everything in the TCI revolves around tourism, and questioned how much of this subject in taught in schools.

“Who is teaching it? What expertise and knowledge do they have of the local tourism product?

In cases where it is being taught is it being aligned to the kind of policies of our tourism product?”

He questioned if other areas such as offshore banking, real estate and fishing, for which the TCI is known are being taught to students.

“Are our students being taught about the relationship between these industries and that of tourism?

“Are we satisfied that we are equipping our young people to become more efficient in these critical areas in our country?

“If not, why not?”

He noted that the Caribbean Vocational Qualification (CVQ), which the TCI recently signed onto, is not suited to the needs of the country.

“Caribbean countries that have adopted this programme are more industrialised than the TCI, this programme is geared for those types of economies not that of the TCI which is characterised as a service type economy.

“The question then is, is this programme relevant to meet the needs of TCI students?”

He stated that the work experience component, which formed part of the technical vocational programme previously offered at the community college, is what is needed.

“To what extent is the TCI Community College and businesses collaborating in designing a curriculum, sharing ideas, expertise and knowledge about needs and future growth and development,” he further questioned. (DI)

UN’s resident coordinator visits the Turks and Caicos Islands

BY DAISY HANDFIELD UNITED Nations resident coordinator Dr Arun Kashyap was recently in the Turks and Caicos Islands embarking on a number of initiatives.

The coordinator who also serves as the UN’s development programme resident representative visited the Islands from July 23 to the 25 along with the UN’s deputy resident representative Dr Elsie LaurenceChounoune.

During their visit they sat with Governor Peter Beckingham, Premier Rufus Ewing, Donhue Gardiner, Minister of Border Control and Labour, and Amanda Missick, Minister of Environment and Home affairs.

They also met with Karlo Pelissier and Margarette Lemaire, delegates of the Haitian government in the Turks and Caicos Islands.

Discussions included some of

the issues happening in the TCI at present, some ideas of how they could work together and where they could bring in certain values from the United Nations in its broadest agencies, but also build partnerships.

Kashyap said: “Partnerships that not only based on self-collaboration, but partnerships with different stakeholders, partnerships that bring new knowledge and new capacity to the country.”

He also took the opportunity to visit some ‘informal’ homes in the TCI and said that from what he understood, the vast majority were owned by illegal immigrants.

“Those are important issues for a country like TCI and how do you manage them and I called them important from two perspectives, one is it’s an expenditure and when illegal migrants come how do you take care of them, but at the same time how do you begin managing it

A press briefing held at the DDME headquarters in Providenciales

in a manner that it can be an asset for the TCI. “When these people are coming in those dangerous boats, we don’t want people losing their lives.”

After their meeting with officials from the National Disaster Organisation (NDO) and other primary stakeholders at the Department of Disaster Management and Emergencies (DDME) on Friday (July 25), a press briefing was held in their conference room on Providenciales.

Dr Kashyap was appointed United Nations resident coordinator and resident representative of the United Nations Development Programme in Jamaica, Bahamas, Bermuda, the

Turks and Caicos Islands and the Cayman Islands in October 2011.

Since then, he has been working with colleagues from nearly 15 UN agencies and other development partners.

Among his special assignments, Dr Kashyap served as senior advisor to the deputy regional director of UNDP’s Asia Pacific Regional Centre in Bangkok, providing strategic planning advice to improve the effectiveness of the region’s UNDP country offices.

As interim head of UNDP Maldives, he supported the country’s transition to democracy, strengthening disaster risk reduction and building climate resilience.

Dr Virginia Clerveaux of the Department of Disaster Management, coordinator of the visit, said that “grappling with these issues which face the Turks and Caicos today will require a collaborative and sectorial approach to fully articulate the threats that confront us and the necessary steps which will need to be taken in addressing them.”

While alluding to the current development of the Comprehensive Disaster Management Strategy and Policy, Dr Clerveaux said that this was one area where the views of the people of the Turks and Caicos Islands were captured to present a holistic approach to the sustainable development agenda.

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Deputy Governor Anya Williams is joined by members of the Recovery Task Force and Olympic Construction contractor

Construction begins on first Man found dead new EU home in Grand Turk

The late Quincy Gardiner

in North Caicos

A 31-year-old man was found dead alongside a road leading to the Kew constituency in North Caicos on Saturday (July 26) morning.

A police officer made the gruesome discovery at about 5.28am and officers from multiple units were called to the scene.

Initial investigations revealed that the body was that of Quincy Gardiner and had sustained multiple injuries.

The body was later removed from the scene and a post-mortem exam to determine the exact cause of death was conducted.

Further inquiries into this matter are continuing.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call Crimestoppers on 1-8008477.

The call will be answered in Miami, Florida, and only the information provided will be passed on.

A GROUND breaking in Grand Turk for the first home to be built by the EU Hurricane Ike Housing Project took place on July 28 at the site, a news release from the Office of the Deputy Governor said.

The Acting Governor and board member, Anya Williams, standing in for Governor Beckingham as chair of the Disaster Recovery Board, was joined by members of the Recovery Task Force and Disaster Recovery Board, the project team and the contractor, Olympic Construction, in celebrating the realisation of 18 months of hard work.

This marks the beginning of the building of homes for eligible applications in the Priority 1 group

whose homes were badly damaged during hurricanes Hannah and Ike in 2008.

Twenty-three new homes, 18 in Grand Turk and five in South Caicos, will satisfy eligible applications.

Current projections show that 60 eligible applicants will receive assistance from the project, the release said.

Acknowledging that this did not address the needs of all eligible applicants, Anya Williams said: “We are pleased to now move on to the new build phase of this project which will be of great assistance to the elderly and infirm groups in Priority 1 who are some of the most vulnerable members of our community.

TCI moves towards a re-invigorated financial sector AS PART of the Government’s efforts to diversify the local economy into sectors other than tourism, Premier Rufus Ewing will be hosting a finance and investment reception this December, in the United Kingdom.

The reception will take place during the Joint Ministerial Council (JMC), and will serve as a launch pad to increase interest in the TCI. He made the announcement during his contribution to the recently concluded budget debate before the House of Assembly.

The high-level function will be hosted at the Turks and Caicos Islands’ new UK office.

The Government will be inviting the committee members and all interested private sector finance practitioners to participate as the TCI seeks to make itself known in the European corridor and beyond, Ewing said.

“I must admit that we, including former Governments, have paid mere lip service to this sector.

“However, we have recently

Premier Rufus Ewing

passed a slew of legislation to comply with many international obligations to prevent money laundering and the financing of terrorism and we can be considered

a financial services jurisdiction that is well regulated.”

However, he added that to achieve this status and be competitive, the TCI must first be marketed as a

well-regulated financial services jurisdiction that has superior products and services.

“This is an initiative that must be Government-led, in collaboration with the private sector practitioners who are the sellers of our products and services.

“And it must be created through innovative legislation that keeps us on the cutting edge and ahead of the pack.”

He pointed to the recent Cabinet approval for the formation of a working group of public and private sector individuals as a step in the right direction.

The mandate of this group would be to champion the creation of an International Finance Centre under the umbrella of a statutory investment agency, Ewing said.

He added that in coming weeks legislation will be drafted and presented to parliament.

Its intention will be to help create the TCI products and services, as well as a framework for marketing and promotion. (DI)

“In addition to this in the repairs category, which is moving along quite well, there is sufficient funds to assist all of the eligible Priority 1 and 2 applicants, which is a great achievement as well, but unfortunately due to a limited budget and project timescale the project will not be able to satisfy all eligible applicants in both categories.”

Applications falling into Priority 1 are being responded to first with remaining funding after reconstruction or rehabilitation of the dwellings in this group allocated to applications in priority groups 2, 3, 4 and lastly priority group 5.

Recognising that there is still a significant need to be filled, the Disaster Recovery Board will recommend to Cabinet that the Government consider how assistance can be provided to applicants who have not been able to benefit from the project, but would have qualified under the requirements under the scheme.

According to the release, the European Development Fund granted €5 million (about $6.5 million) to the Turks and Caicos Islands to rebuild homes that remained in a poor or derelict state after Hannah and Ike. The terms of the contract state that the fund must be spent by October 31, 2014 and aid is limited to South Caicos, Grand Turk and Salt Cay - the islands identified by a 2009 UNESCO survey to be most severely damaged by the Hurricane.

The first release of the funding in April 2012 kick started the project followed by the appointment of a project manager in October 2012.

Applications for assistance were called for in December 2012 and a total of 235 applications were received from the three islands.

Eligible applications were narrowed down based on different criteria used to assess the applications as well as some applications being withdrawn, legal matters, inaccurate information and applicants passing away.

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Business licensing amnesty needed Dear Editor, Let me first thank all persons who have expressed their sincerest gratitude for my recent article, 'creating our own opportunities.'

My approach is to encourage and motivate, especially young entrepreneurs or those aspiring to become businessmen and to those of us who have years of ownership, I say, 'be encouraged.'

We have all probably read or heard about the recent articles and debates in the house of assembly highlighting the latest decision made by the government, allowing persons with outstanding NHIP arrears to have the opportunity to pay their outstanding balance within a period.

I applaud the government for this bold step; however, my platform for this article is to address the matter of a business licensing amnesty.

Amnesty is defined as any pardon for past offenses. I believe granting a business licensing amnesty’ will be an opportunity for expired business license holders to come current with business licenses and laws without facing significant fines and penalties.

Let us all remember, that the recent economic downturn has been the reason for many businesses defaulting on their business license payment, which in turn has caused their fees and penalties in most cases to hugely

surpass their annual payment.

We sometimes need to put ourselves in other people’s shoes and imagine how challenging it would be if jobs/work is not available; how do we expect these businesses to survive? It must be a challenge!

I can draw reference to the construction business; we all know their story and still today, things are not where it should be.

Let me draw your attention to the Minister of Finance Hon. Washington Misick’s recent report in which he commented that we are now on a good growth path.

He forecasted an increase of 6.1 per cent in the hotel and restaurant sector and a four per cent increase in construction during this year.

It is also projected that other sectors will record increases in economic activity.

Isn't this an opportune time for businesses to prepare themselves for this growth, and I believe that granting of business licensing amnesty would give entrepreneurs a greater outlook on future prospects.

In the current economic environment, I expect that a significant number of customers will take advantage of this opportunity – providing benefits for both local businesses and the government if a business licensing amnesty is

granted.

May I pause here to remind you of Albert Schweitzer's quote, in which he reminds us that at times our own light goes out and is rekindled by a spark from another person.

Each of us has cause to think with deep gratitude of those who have lighted the flame within us. I am assured that there are many businessmen out there who are in urgent need of their light being rekindled.

I propose that entrepreneurs who are delinquent in paying their business licensing fees be given the opportunity to have a six month grace period without any penalties; giving them the opportunity to get some relief.

Over the years, the penalties for businessmen have amounted to in some cases to 100 per cent interest fees or the equivalent of the business licensing fee itself.

We are aware that businesses are not flourishing the way it should, sometimes the economy is up for others and sometimes it is down, however no consideration is being given to this and businesses have to

pay the fee either way.

I believe this six-month period would rejuvenate the enthusiasm of many businessmen, as the stress of having to pay the arrears would be a thing of the past.

I must emphasize that there may be businesses out there that are not in the financial state to successfully make the payment at once; however a strategic and compliant payment plan would prove beneficial in this instance.

Businesses operating under expired licenses or without any license will come into compliance without facing hefty penalties or extra fees if a business amnesty is granted.

The young business entrepreneur, who may have been discouraged due to the downturn in the economy probably just when they thought things were looking up, will now have a sense of hope.

This, I believe will put them on their feet again. Sometimes nobody knows why people are stressed out, committing acts of crime or just not coping with the pressures of life.

Granting a business licensing amnesty, I believe, will put smiles on the faces of many families who are plagued with this burden.

Should this amnesty be granted, I encourage us all to develop an attitude of gratitude, and give thanks for everything that happens, being so reminded that every step forward is a step toward achieving something bigger and better than our current situation.

Entrepreneurs, be encouraged for the God on the mountain is still the God in the valley.

Dameko C Dean Chalk Sound, Providenciales

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COMMENTARY

Rewriting History It appears Premier Ewing used the House of Assembly budget session in an attempt to rewrite history.

Starting in on 1988 to 1991 Ewing charged Oswald Skippings with incompetence; flawed PNP gratitude because recently Skippings used PNP media folk to admonish PDM while moving towards PNP. According to Ewing, PNP is the party of good management and eight years of PDM government was a bust. Interesting is that during the 1995 to 2003 PDM years, government’s budget grew by 100 million annually, paying off debts.

This was growth facilitated

by PDM sponsored honest development growth... not taxes!

Beaches and numerous other resorts were PDM approved. PDM was re-elected for a third term, but 2003 bi-election manipulation gave us the PNP. Now, almost that entire PNP Cabinet is heading to court for alleged corruption.

PNP previously changed its name in attempts to cover its early messes when PNP ministers were convicted of drug running and dismissed for incompetence.

Daddy Ewing switched parties leaving the PNP and coming over to the PDM, in my view an expedient solution.

This Premier was taken under the wing of the PNP and given the top medical post. Doctor Ewing is said to have then orchestrated the $4 million

SPACE IS LIMITED!

per bed hospital and the downturn of primary care to the unfunded primary care we face today.

Ewingcare has cost this tiny territory $240 million in the last four years! Not included are copay’s and the terrible cost in lives and health for those shipped offshore for care, too often, too late.

The taxes supporting Washy's budget are killing the people of the TCI trying to pay-down PNP debts with a terrible rise in the cost of living.

Money to provide bathrooms on Middle Caicos? Thanks, but where is Middle Caicos’ development and where are the real private jobs in Middle and North?

Lucayan Condos, Middle Caicos west, North Caicos Royal Reef, St.

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

Charles Place and Ambergris Cay. Alexandria in receivership, PNP developments all.

Today they are busted!

The PNP transferred 20 plus million dollars of people’s pension funds into PNP's private bank. They lost most of it and millions more from 4,000 depositors.

PNP lawyers hurried the bank’s records off to the Bahamas.

Was this to hide the true facts of mismanagement?

The contractor who built the hospitals without a competitive bid also built the St. Charles Place single

building with a roof that leaked, wrecking the interior. This contractor mysteriously filed for bankruptcy; now unavailable for an audit.

Premier Ewing passed the management ball to Sharlene to halt VAT after Sharlene and PDM received 56 per cent of the 2012 votes.

PDM lost despite this landslide popular vote win because of district manipulations similar in the 2003 bi-election.

History is unchangeable and TCI now lives with it.

Please keep your letters to a maximum of 450 words or we may not be able publish it.

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Shore Club project to create at least 250 job opportunities in TCI

BY DAISY HANDFIELD CEO of the Hartling Group, Stan Hartling revealed that the newest luxury resort development, the Shore Club is under construction and ahead of the anticipated schedule.

This development is not only a plus for the CEO, but it will also provide job opportunities for about 200 to 250 people when officially opened in 2015.

Hartling told the Weekly News on Thursday (July 31) that this project is almost at the stage where potential clients can see almost every available view in case of interest.

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“I think the biggest source of pride for us is that it is the first new nature project to commence and to lead the way to give confidence for other investors to start to become proactive.”

Developer Stan Hartling expects the first phase of the $100 million Turks and Caicos real estate project to be completed by the end of 2015.

He said that they will host a soft opening ceremony in December 2015.

“We started construction in February, and we’ll have the fifth and final floors poured on the two condominium buildings by end of summer.

This project is expected to generate Government revenue of $10 million a year when completed

“I’m really impressed by the work being achieved by our local contractors.”

Construction and finance partner DECCO of the Cayman Islands is equally pleased with the pace and quality of work on the Shore Club.

“This is our first project in Turks and Caicos, and it is off to a great start. We look forward to growing the relationship with the Hartling Group here.”

The resort occupies nine acres of land and 820 feet of beach frontage.

The luxury resort community includes 38 condos in two lowrise buildings and six, six-bedroom

villas.

Prices start from $1.4 million and about 60 percent is sold out.

During a budget presentation in the House of Assembly on July 14 Minister of Finance, Washington Misick said that this project will generate hefty funds for TCIG. “Approximately 200 persons are

employed on the project, with TC Islanders content of approximately 60 percent.

“This project is expected to generate Government revenues of approximately $10 million annually when completed.

“The developers are actively planning phase two of the project.”

Obituary

The late Finbar Dempsey celebrating his 76th birthday by blowing out the candles on his birthday cake at a function last year Project architect Leshem Fulford, project coordinator Garvin Thomas and project architect Kacey Lewis

Spotlight: Project management department THIS month the Office of the Deputy Governor showed recognition to the contributions of the Project Management Division within the Ministry of Government Support Services.

The project management division is responsible for the implementation and management of all Government funded infrastructure projects throughout the Turks and Caicos Islands.

Their primary duties are to prepare budgets for TCIG projects, to prepare contract documents for tendering and construction purposes, to coordinate project execution teams for various Government projects and to monitor and quality control projects on the various islands.

The department is headed by Mark Mc Aulay, principal architect in Grand Turk, and Garvin Thomas, project coordinator in Providenciales.

Other members of the team are project architects Leshem Fulford

and Kacey Lewis in Providenciales, trainee quantity surveyors Treven Hamilton and Max Grant, architectural technician Valentino Selver, civil design engineer Rolando Combinido and assistant architect Kawa Williams in Grand Turk.

In a press statement the Deputy Governor noted that the members of the department are tasked with the great responsibility of crafting, implementing and monitoring governmental projects around the Islands.

“They have seen great success during their tenure in Government and have made various contributions and achievements amongst themselves.”

Most recently, she added, they have overseen the completion of the HJ Robinson administrative block, customs warehouse in Grand Turk, the reconstruction of Ona Glinton Primary and repairs to the causeway in North/Middle Caicos.

Grant and Hamilton have recently successfully completed the Caribbean Development Bank CJET estimating training programme, Thomas the disaster risk reduction leadership and management training programme, Lewis the TCI CERT programme, and Fulford the building GIS applications in support of disaster risk management training programme.

Grant was the recipient of the Project Management Development Award for 2014 while Selver helped to create an in house database for all Government property, contracts undertaken by the department and PWD stores, while also assisting in providing AutoCAD training to students at the HJ Robinson High School in Grand Turk.

“These are all laudable achievements and are worthy of being recognised so this month we say thanks to our PMD staff,” the Deputy Governor said.

A long way from Tipperary…

FINBAR Fiachra Dempsey (O’Diomasaigh) of Lighthouse Road, Grand Turk died peacefully at home on July 25 following a long illness.

Beloved husband of Ann (nee Smythe), much loved father of Derinell, Barry and Paul. His passing is deeply regretted by his son-in-law, daughters-inlaw, his adoring grandchildren, brothers Paul (Donan), and Feargal, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nephews, nieces, cousins, relatives, neighbours, colleagues and friends.

Finbar was born on February 12, 1937, in Nenagh, County Tipperary, Ireland. He qualified as a solicitor of the Supreme Court of the Republic of Ireland and worked in both Cork and Ennis before arriving on Grand Turk in 1964 to take up the position of magistrate.

He filled that role, and many

others, before setting up in private practice in 1969.

Over the years his offices moved location but not nearly so often as his homes, ensuring that few were not his neighbours at some point.

He took his work seriously but rarely at the expense of either friends or family. His, and Ann’s, St Patrick’s Day parties were legendary raucous affairs.

Although a quiet man he loved to talk, to give advice, to laugh, to have fun and, of course, the occasional beer.

He lived as a charmer, raconteur, family man and good friend to many. He will be missed.

A Requiem Mass will be held on Saturday, August 9, at 10am at the Church of the Holy Cross, Grand Turk followed by burial.

Donations in lieu of flowers can be made to the Turks and Caicos National Museum.

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Davetria Robinson, 16, Miss Teen East Caicos

Malique Ferrette, 18, Miss Teen West Caicos

Mary Fulford, 17, Miss Teen Grand Turk

Mitiana Simons, 16, Miss Teen Middle Caicos

Liéacha Smith, 16, Miss Teen North Caicos

Joanna Previl, 17, Miss Teen Parrot Cay

Alicia Duncanson, 14, Miss Teen Pine Cay

Uxslene Andre, 16, Miss Teen Providenciales

Shanaz Gardiner, 18, Miss Teen Salt Cay

Ten to compete for Miss Teen TCI title THE TEN beautiful ladies vying for the title of Miss Teen Turks and Caicos Islands were showcased for the first time during an official unveiling event last weekend.

The Miss Teen TCI contestant unveiling and live auction was held at the Blue Haven resort on Saturday (July 26).

The ‘Flawless Ten’ as they are known are Davetria Robinson, 16, Miss Teen East Caicos; Mary Fulford, 17, Miss Teen Grand Turk; Mitiana Simons, 16, Miss Teen Middle Caicos; Liéacha Smith, 16, Miss Teen North Caicos; Joanna Previl, 17, Miss Teen Parrot Cay; Alicia Duncanson, 14, Miss Teen Pine Cay; Uxslene Andre, 16, Miss Teen Providenciales;

Shanaz Gardiner, 18, Miss Teen Salt Cay; Ludina Fulford, 16, Miss Teen South Caicos; and Malique Ferrette, 18, Miss Teen West Caicos.

Hosted by David Ellis Michalia Clare, the unveiling opened with a red hot fire dancing act, and featured the debut of Jeritt Jermel’s ‘Belle Creek’ collection, a speed painting show, an auction, music by Prime DJs, and special guest of honour Shanice Williams, Miss Turks and Caicos Universe, who officially sashed each contestant.

The night’s surprise was an impromptu question and answer segment, where each contestant tackled a question that displayed her charisma and interview skills.

The audience awed at the wit in each response.

“We couldn’t have asked for a better show of support from the public at our first public event.

“We hope to create sophisticated and memorable experiences at all of our events,” said the competition organisers.

“Our aim is to set the highest standard for pageantry in the Turks and Caicos Islands; one that is first of all a non-profit youth programme, fair in all sense of the word, rewarding, and one that will sustain itself for years to come.

“Our contestants, currently called the ‘Flawless Ten’ by followers on social media, are extremely intelligent, creative and very much excited to

showcase skills and talent.

“They are putting in the time and effort to prepare them for an amazing journey.

“At this point we are just looking forward to the public’s support and support from potential sponsor to make this programme successful.”

Within 24-hours of the unveiling, the official beauty headshots for each contestant were uploaded to the organisation’s Facebook and Instagram accounts, encouraging followers to vote for their favourite contestant to win the Miss Popularity award and prizes.

During the next several weeks, the contestants will engage in a rigorous training programme and schedule of

Ludina Fulford, 16, Miss Teen South Caicos

events and appearances.

The contestants will complete workshops on confidence, media presentations, and interviewing skills, culture and self-defence, to name but a few, and will receive training in etiquette, stage presence, poise and appearance walking, standing, posing, sitting, turning, entering and exiting on stage and off, and speech and grammar.

The ten beauties will also participate in the first ever lifestyle and fitness challenge prior to coronation night.

The Miss Teen Turks and

Caicos contestants unveiling and live auction was sponsored

by Blue Haven Resort, The Wine Cellar, Jeritt Jermel, and Prime DJs. The first annual Miss Teen Turks and Caicos pageant is slated for September 27 in Providenciales, to coincide with activities planned for this year’s National Youth Day. Fundraising events, charity drives and other activities will precede coronation night.

For more information visit the Facebook page Miss Teen Turks and Caicos, follow Instagram @missteentci or email missteentci@gmail. com.

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Nutrition in Demand hosts summer camp for the children

BY DAISY HANDFIELD CHILDREN between the ages of 10 and 16 had the opportunity to participate in a summer camp recently hosted by TCI’s Nutrition in Demand.

The event took place from July 21 to July 25 at the Edward Gartland Youth Centre in Providenciales.

The children were involved in a variety of hands-on activities where they discussed nutrition related topics and prepared a healthy recipe based on the topic of the day.

Among these topics included the basics of eating healthy, importance of whole grains, healthy snacking and the importance of fruits and how to incorporate more into the diet.

Tamika Handfield the host of the event and executive director of Nutrition in Demand said that all the students took part in the slicing, dicing, peeling, stirring and overall preparation.

She revealed that they also took two field trips to Crust Bakery and Gracway IGA to help reinforce information learned during the week.

As part of their fitness portion of the camp, Adina and Paul Ciuar of Graceway Sports Centre volunteered their time to teach the kids the

importance of physical activity.

Adina got their heart rates up with an intense session of tae-bo and Paul showed them the basics of selfdefence using the martial arts sport qwankido.

When Handfield was asked how the children were affected by the camp, she said that it was proven that children are more likely to try new foods when they helped prepare it and when they see their friends eating it.

“We included both of these factors and it worked well. Nutrition in Demand’s mandate is to provide credible nutrition information to the public and the best way to start is while they are younger and just learning forming lifestyle habits.

“If there was one thing a child could take away and start using, then this camp would have positively impacted his or her life.”

She confessed that the non-profit organisation has wanted to host this camp in years past, but was unable to due to financial constraints.

“Thanks to the Edward Gartland Youth Centre, this year we were able to able to make our dream a reality.

“A huge thanks to everyone that donated their time in making this camp a success!

National Trust camp features nature and biodiversity FOR a whole week beginning August 4, children aged seven to 12 are invited to join in some rich cultural and environmental activities in a camp hosted by the Turks and Caicos National Trust and sponsored by Fortis TCI. Each of the six days will feature a theme with a strong focus on nature, biodiversity and cultural preservation.

The children will spend time engaging in native art and crafts sessions, recycling and beach clean-up activities, storytelling and skits, games, swimming and more.

Also on the agenda is a field trip to North and Middle Caicos heritage sites where the children will have the opportunity to mingle and share their culture.

Jonathan Sayao, the National Trust’s education programme manager, said: “The camp’s main goal is to see children develop a

deeper sense of commitment to the preservation of the country’s culture and tradition and its lush environment.”

This year’s camp will also involve youth counsellors from the Edward Gartland Youth Centre and the National Trust leadership youth camp held earlier this month, to assist in supervising the children.

A registration fee of $50 for the whole week includes camp materials, lunch, field trip expenses and junior membership sign-up while current National Trust junior members can register for less.

Registration forms are available at the Turks and Caicos National Trust office, Town Centre Mall, Downtown, Providenciales.

For more details call the trust at 914-5710 or email tc.nattrust_ PR@yahoo.com.

The children take part in a variety of hands-on activities where they discuss nutrition related topics

“I would like to encourage the community to continue supporting

our fundraising initiatives because all of the funds raised are used

They take field trips to Crust Bakery and Graceway IGA to help reinforce information learned during the week

All the students take part in the slicing, dicing, peeling, stirring and overall preparation of food during the camp

toward programmes such as these in the community.”

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Dr Adrian Augier on the podium speaks about a variety of topics

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Students and invited guests attentively listen in on the session

Saint Lucian poet, producer and visual artist interacts with TCI youth

BY DAISY HANDFIELD AS PART of Fortis TCI’s annual strategic sessions, Dr Adrian Augier was invited as a guest to speak and interact with the youths of the Turks and Caicos Islands.

An ‘Experience of Arts and Culture’ session was held at the company’s headquarters in Providenciales on Tuesday (July 29) where the Saint Lucian poet, producer and visual artist took the opportunity to share his life experiences with the students.

The session served as

encouragement for students who not only were interested in excelling in the world of poetry, but also were unsure of what career paths to pursue.

Augier said: “What can be dreamed can be created… so don’t be afraid to dream.

“Life does imitate art, what can be conceived can be created. The ability to think independently, the ability to question, is what builds our society.

“This is what makes us better as communities, as families, as schools and this is really fundamental in building a better Turks and Caicos.

“You are here to make a difference by being the best that you can be and carrying people around you in that momentum forward.”

Not only students, but several teachers and delegates from the private and public sectors in the TCI including Director of Education Edgar Howell and Director of Culture David Bowen sat in on the sessions and got the opportunity to interact with the public figure.

The opening remarks were brought by the Director of Education. He encouraged the students to absorb as much as they could and to try their best

to play an active role in making the Turks and Caicos Islands a better place.

“You have been told to absorb as much as you possibly can, I want to challenge you not only to absorb, but to take away from the rich experience that we anticipate today and then allow that to shape who you become.”

After the session the students and invited guests were treated to a complementary lunch by FortisTCI and were able to ask Dr Augier any further questions.

Every year the company holds a serious of strategic planning meetings, with each year being a

different theme and a different focus.

This year, the utility company is focused on the link between education, culture and economic development and what needs to be done to enhance the cohesiveness of the three.

Augier was initially invited by the company to deliver the keynote address at the company’s plenary session, but played a key role with the youth as well.

Dr Augier is noted for and has been recognised for his unstinting contribution to regional development and culture.

Resort supports local summer camp BEACHES TCI ended a week of educational and recreational activities with a day of fun and food at the tenth annual Camp Hype in July.

The camp initially took place at the Felix Morley Community centre in Five Cays, Providenciales, from July 14 to 18 and ended with the mini party at the centre.

This is the second year that the resort has partnered with the Government-sponsored Camp Hype, which is designed to provide a safe and positive environment where children can have enriching and memorable summer childhood experiences.

The resort supplied a week of delicious meals for 30 camp-goers while working alongside counsellors to provide valuable advice and informative knowledge that they

can take throughout the summer and further into their academic career.

Dulcine Hall, youth officer at the Ministry of Youth, Sports, Culture and Library Services, said: “Money was tight this year but through the support of major companies like Beaches, we were able to ensure that the young people on Providenciales and throughout the Islands got the summer they deserved.”

“The Ministry of Youth, Sports, Culture and Library Services have been operating this camp for almost 11 years now and we aim to work closely with the private sector to ensure that the camp is an ongoing process.

“Beaches is one of our primary sponsors, not only for the summer camp but they also show full support with the Shoebox Christmas Drive

The youngsters show off the shirts that they helped design

we host annually.”

Elanor Finfin Krzanowski, public relations manager for Beaches TCI, said that the goal this year was to target students aged 12 and up, although the camp was not limited to this age group and even had participants as young as seven in attendance.

Monette Collymore, environment health and safety manager at Beaches Resort, said that fostering partnerships that promote youth development by providing accessibility to free

educational materials, promoting healthy lifestyles, supporting socio-cultural activities and caring for the environment in our local communities is evident through the outreach programmes.

“In keeping with our Sandals and Beaches corporate sustainability policy, each of our resorts is committed to implementing systems that foster community outreach programmes that effectively address the issues encompassing hygiene, health, safety, education, community

and environmental concerns.”

She said that Beaches Turks and Caicos will continue to focus on these aspects to increase their contribution to the sustainability and development of the Islands.

In the final day of camp, patrons were invited to a day of music, food and fun where youngsters were able to participate in exclusive activities featuring Beaches’s Tie and Dye team, DJ Rod of the Scratch DJ Academy and Codee Coalbrook of Miss Turks and Caicos Universe.

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First Islander granted Chevening scholarship A CHEVENING scholarship to study at the University of

Warwick in the UK has been awarded to Kenisha Bacchus,

the first Turks and Caicos Islander to receive such a

grant.

Bacchus, who currently works as legal counsel for the TCI Financial Services Commission, is set to begin her one-year Masters’ Degree in International Corporate Governance and Financial Regulation this September.

She was presented with her scholarship award letter by Governor Peter Beckingham in Grand Turk on Friday, July 25.

Following the event the Governor said: “The Chevening scheme recognises those with the potential to become the leaders of tomorrow and to contribute positively to the development of their country.

“I offer my warmest congratulations to Mrs Bacchus, and wish her every success in her studies and future endeavours.”

Supported by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) and partner organisations, the Chevening Scholarship Programme is a global initiative that provides funding for full-time, postgraduate-level courses at UK universities.

The scheme regularly

Kenisha Bacchus receives the first Chevening scholarship awarded to a TC Islander

attracts many applications from outstanding scholars with leadership potential, and has made more than 43,000 awards since its inception in 1983.

Bacchus, who is delighted to be the recipient, said she heard advertisements on Radio Turks and Caicos throughout last September and October inviting applications.

She responded because for some time she wanted to pursue a Masters’ in Law (LLM) qualification.

Bacchus said that the award is geared towards attracting potential leaders who are poised to make significant contributions to their home country and “those are

attributes which I believe I possess and I certainly hope to contribute to the development of these Islands and particularly in the legal and financial regulatory areas.”

“I am humbled to have been selected among the top awardees for the overseas territories…The award is very prestigious and I am honoured to be the first Turks and Caicos Islander to be awarded a Chevening Scholarship,” she said.

Those interested in being considered for the Chevening Scholarship can visit the official website at www.chevening.org since applications for the 2015/2016 awards open August 1.

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Annual Jerk Festival takes place this bank holiday THE SIXTH annual Jerk Festival is set to be held on Monday (August 4) at the Children’s Park in the Bight, Providenciales.

The festival, scheduled to run from 12 noon to 8pm, is part of Jamaica’s 52nd independence celebrations and will see WIV and Digicel offering special promotions and discounts on products and services to patrons.

The event, which celebrates one of the most important days for Jamaicans living at home and in the Diaspora is important “particularly because there is a strong Jamaican

presence here, which is an integral part of the development of the Turks and Caicos Islands,” said WIV’s marketing manager Andrew Williams.

He added: “At WIV we support and celebrate Jamaican culture as well as the 52 years of the country’s independence.

“In addition to sponsoring the event, we have decided to give up to a 50 percent discount on some of our key products which are only available at the Jerk Festival.”

The one-day promotional offers from WIV includes home broadband

at 8mb for $59.99 – reduced from $89.99, basic television package for $19.99 – reduced from $39.99 and a combo package of basic television and 8mb home broadband for $79.99 – reduced from $137.98.

Digicel will also be offering one-day promotions including a free Digicel 4G internet plan when signing up for a 4G data plan and double Digicel credit on first top ups of the day.

WIV currently provides the Turks and Caicos Islands with home broadband and digital cable television packages and was acquired

by Digicel Turks and Caicos in April 2014.

The company is currently undergoing numerous upgrades

to its broadband and cable TV infrastructure, which promises greater choice, quality and value in services for customers across TCI.

The Towers of Babel “An ancient city in the land of Shinar in which the building of a tower intended to reach heaven was begun and the confusion of the language of the people took place.” Gen 11:4–9.

The Towers of Babel is a collective of voices consisting of various artists prepared to display their exceptional art forms and foster the inner artist in other individuals; providing a venue for the outpouring of their undeniably unique gifts.

This group brings to the stage and page productions rarely displayed on stages in the Turks and Caicos Islands melding with some of the most unique artists the country has to offer.

For more information email towersofbabel101@gmail.com or visit www.towersofbabel.weebly.com

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Premier Rufus Ewing is flanked by youths from the EGYC at the Seven Stars fundraiser

Members of the Seven Stars Community Foundation present a cheque to the Edward Gartland Youth Centre

Seven Stars’ foundation donates to youth centre A GENEROUS $20,000 was raised and donated to the Edward Gartland Youth Centre from a fundraiser hosted by the Seven Stars Community Foundation on July 18.

The cheque, which was presented to the youth centre’s director Roxanne Wake-Forbes at a presentation ceremony on July 25, is intended to assist with the purchase of sporting equipment, computers and text books for its tutoring programme.

The fundraising event, which was a first for the foundation, was hosted with a commitment to forge strong

relationships between the business community and public sectors, joining forces to stir mutual goals to educate and inspire young people to be the very best that they can be.

Manager of the resort Claudine Ewing-Pratt said: “Each of us has a responsibility to do its part to contribute to the betterment of our community.

“We all have the same goal – to build a better, stronger Turks and Caicos for the future.

“To achieve that, we need all hands on deck to support and invest in our young people who represent

the leaders of tomorrow.”

The event featured outstanding performances from some of the centre’s youths including William Elliot Jr on guitar, who impressed attendees with his talent.

There were raffles and numerous silent auction items for attendees to bid on.

The foundation intends to continue fundraising to honour its commitment to making a sustainable difference in the community, protecting the environment, and encouraging and inspiring young people.

We play insane games to satisfy the need to feel guiltless They say; they need more cash to fight for my freedom So are you telling me that, if you're poor you can’t gain your freedom?

So we're putting a price on my life Like the many 10 percent being extracted like you're God demanding his tithe (cough cough) Try not to choke on your own bile If you can’t see your own faults you're in worse than I thought And if we can’t solve our own problems Then ain't no stitch will be in time to mend this hem Of an unraveling system Disconnected Like a newborn and an umbilical cord, But yet still related Like the politicians, the people, The state and its policies We play insane games to satisfy the need to feel guiltless But if men can dream to be runaway slaves then the revolution has already begun And I'm ashamed to say a revolution is a cycle, To revolve To mean a circle, So if history repeats itself, we truly don't need a revolution But a revelation An unveiling A revival of dead and silent souls Sometimes I feel I need to sit next to the sun just to warm my very soul Cause this is a cold world And we play the blame game Pointing fingers and calling names But it's all part of the picture frame And inside it's a canvas that we all paint We ain't all saints But it's the blame game And no one comes out sane We're never again the same Playing insane games to satisfy the need to feel guiltless But guiltiness is... the state

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GARDENING 

How does your garden grow

Absolute ferns Popular ferns on Island for the landscape include macho, foxtail, Boston, fishtail and asparagus fern.

Garden ferns can work as graceful groundcovers for shade and some for sunny area. They're effective for filling in around taller plants, hiding the legginess of a mature cordyline (Ti plant) for instance, or surrounding a tree or palm.

Ferns can also add lush greenery to bare spots under trees. Some Islands ferns can take the place of

foundation plants, and a few work as front-of-the-border plants.

They even make excellent accents with cut flowers from the garden, and are, of course, just stellar in hanging baskets. There's even some gorgeous tree fern if you have room and plenty water.

Ferns generally spread via underground runners... some spread all over the place, others not so much. Each has its own personality, so choose well for size and spread.

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.

Make pizzas with your kids!

INGREDIENTS For the dough • 500g strong white bread flour, plus extra for dusting • small pinch of sugar • 7g sachet fast-action dried yeast • 2 tbsp olive oil, plus extra for greasing • 300ml warm water For the sauce • 1 garlic clove • 400ml chunky passata • 1 tbsp tomato purée • 1 tsp dried oregano • handful basil leaves, snipped • small pinch of sugar • 1 tsp red wine vinegar For the toppings • ham, red peppers, black olives, salami, mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, cheddar, tuna, sweet corn • houmous and green salad, to serve METHOD Mix a sticky dough. Put the flour, sugar and yeast in a bowl and get the child to make a hole in the middle.

Measure 300ml water. Add the oil and water. Stir with a wooden spoon until you have a sticky dough. Add a splash more water if needed. Scatter a bit more flour over the surface and tip the dough onto it. You now want to ‘stretch’ the dough and bring it back into a ball shape, for 10 minutes.

Leave the dough to grow. Brush a clean bowl with a little olive oil, put the dough in it and cover with cling film. Leave it somewhere warm for it to grow until doubled in size.

Make a tasty tomato sauce. Crush the garlic by using a garlic crusher or by grating it on the fine edge of a box grater. Tip into a bowl and mix with the other sauce ingredients. Stir well

Some may work for your landscape and others may not.

Here are some ferns that grow well for the Islands: Macho fern (Nephrolepis biserrata): A big bold fern that makes an impressive statement. Sometimes referred to as Giant Sword Fern. Fast grower to about 3 feet tall and spreads easily.

Foxtail fern (Asparagus densiflorus 'Myers'): Amazingly tough in spite of its delicate good looks. Grows about two feet tall in sun or shade. Spreads very little.

Boston fern (Nephrolepis exaltata): A classic among ferns.

Sometimes referred to as Sword Fern, this is the one that loves growing on Canary Island date palms. Quickly fills in an area and can be invasive so use it in a well-defined area.

Wart fern (Microsorum scolopendrium): Low grower that gives a unique texture to the garden.

Slow growing to an overall height less than a foot tall. The name derives from the little brown bumps on the backs of the leaves. Spreads

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but very well mannered.

Fishtail fern (Nephrolepis falcata): Very pretty fern with a ruffled texture. Fast grower to to 2 to 2-1/2 feet tall. Fills in an area quickly.

Spreads but can be contained.

Asparagus fern (Asparagus densiflorus 'Sprengeri'): Pretty and salt tolerant, but also prickly, invasive and hard to get rid of.

Grows to about 2 feet tall in full sun or shade. Only plant if nothing else works for hard to mow areas and embankments where soil erosion is a problem. It can be mowed or weedwhacked low to look more uniform.

Spreads easily.

YOUR DIET  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.

until everything is combined, then set aside.

Roll out the dough. Heat oven to 220C/200C fan/gas 8. Show your child how the dough has grown, and then divide into the amount of pizzas you want to make. Brush the baking trays with extra oil. Divide the dough and roll out, then lift onto the baking trays.

Spoon on the tomato sauce. You need to be a bit more careful with this task than you think. If the dough is thin, a child can easily tear it, so make sure that they use the back of the spoon to spread the sauce over.

Build your own pizza. Put all the toppings out in different bowls and let the child ‘build’ their own pizza.

Little ones will need to be handed the ingredients as they will try to just pile up as much as they can or not be able to scatter things evenly.

Get cooking. You can get older kids to carefully place the tray in the oven using oven gloves. Bake pizzas for 12-15 mins until puffed up and golden around the edges, then carefully lift out of the oven. Leave to cool slightly, then slip onto a board or plate. Serve cut into pieces with houmous and a simple green salad.

Plant care: Add top soil and compost to the hole when planting in very dry sandy areas. Water regularly but don't overdo it. Ferns like humidity and regular moisture but they're not wild about "wet feet."

No trimming is needed for most, other than to remove a dead frond now and then. You may at some point have to thin out a fern bed if it gets too wild-looking and overgrown.

Fertilize once or twice a year (spring and late summer) with a controlled release fertilizer.

Many ferns make wonderful container plants, especially beautiful in hanging baskets.

BY TAMIKA HANDFIELD

Body image and women Having a poor body image is not specific to women only, but anecdotal reports suggest that women, much more so than men, struggle with having a negative body image.

What is body image?

Our body image refers to how we see and feel about ourselves most of the time (of course, there may be times when we are having an ‘off’ day).

It also refers to how we think other people see us. Based on how we feel about ourselves, we are described as having a negative or positive body image.

Do we feel attractive? Do we feel fat? Do we feel comfortable in the bodies we have or do we constantly find a body part that we would like to change?

In other words, do you like what you see when you look in the mirror?

What shapes our body image?

Our body image is shaped by many physical, mental, biological and environmental influences.

Personally, I feel environmental influence has the strongest effects.

As women, we are constantly bombarded with media images of other women who are tall and extremely thin, giving us a false sense of beauty.

The media fails to tell us that rarely are any pictures published without being airbrushed and photoshopped.

The media also fails to tell us how many of those models have struggled, or are still struggling, with an eating disorder.

Yet, we make ourselves miserable trying to attain something that doesn’t exists--the ‘perfect body’.

We will always find something about ourselves that we are not

totally satisfied with; however, the key is to accept your flaws, work on fixing the ones you can fix and strive for overall good health.

Make regular exercise and eating good food a habit.

An article published by Planned Parenthood suggests that having a negative body image can affect our overall health leading to anxiety and depression, lack of exercise and indulging in many other activities that may sabotage our health.

Beauty is a state of mind—if you feel you are sexy, beautiful and have something to offer, chances are everyone around you will also see that.

Why? You will carry yourself in that manner.

As we go through the summer, let’s remember that body image is also about how we ‘feel’ so let’s focus on changing our mind-set.

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FASHION AND BEAUTY 

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.

Matching Frames to Faces’ Sunglasses are a given wardrobe staple in the land of sun, sand and stilettos.

Every style aficionado out there has at least one pair. Plus this is the Turks and Caicos, that beaming sunlight rarely goes into hiding!

All the more reason to have an impressive "stunna shade" collection, wouldn't you agree?

It’s always a ton of fun shopping for sunglasses but all the joy goes out of the window when it is time to decide which pair is most flattering.

Accessory uncertainty is just not fun.

Luckily, I have put together a mini guide that will help point you towards the perfect pair of frames guaranteed to flatter your face.

Is there really such a thing as “flattering frames?” Yes, yes and yes if want to look your best.

One of the first things we’re going to touch on is a very basic rule I know from here on you will remember each time you pick up a pair of specs or any other accessory.

That rule is to play against your facial contour.

Diamond

This face shape is defined by a narrow jawline and forehead with the cheekbones as the widest part of the face.

If this is you, try a pair of shades that feature subtle curves. They should not be wider than the cheekbones. Diamond faces can’t go wrong with oval or rimless frames.

Oblong

Oblong faces, also referred to as rectangle or oval, are long and narrow with few angles.

This face shape works with just about anything. Turn heads in oversized, square, wayfarer, rectangle or even aviator styles but remember to avoid small frames!

Square

With square shaped faces, the length and width are about the same length and width across.

This shape is characterised by a broad forehead and a strong jaw line.

Opt for round or oval shaped lenses that will help round out the sharp edges. Butterflies and aviators are your best friends if this is your shape.

Round

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The eye wear of choice for round faces are rectangle, square or shield frames.

A round face has less defined angles, thus sharp angular lines will help make this shape look thinner and sharper.

A fab pair of oversized, square frames is a hit with round faces.

When you do get around to making that subtle change in your choice of shades, don't hesitate to share those infamous in-store selfies with me.

All you have to do is tag @itseasher!

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

Keeping our Beaches Clean…..

Cigarette Butts are Trash Too…!!

The Turks and Caicos Islands undoubtedly have some of the best beaches in the world, which are pristine and relatively clean and attract many tourists from around the globe.

But take a closer look and you will find evidence of our throwaway society rearing its ugly head here and there including bottles, cups, plastic bags, Styrofoam, straws, plastic cutlery and other smaller broken up pieces of plastic.

Some of this trash has been washed ashore with the wind and tides but sadly visitors have left some behind after a day on the beach without a second thought for the implications on the environment, both on land and in the water.

One of the biggest problems is cigarette butts. Some smokers seem to think it is ok to stub out the butt in the sand and leave it there, temporarily hidden from view, out of sight, out of mind.

However, these and others that have been carelessly thrown or blown into the water cause huge problems for wildlife with many being eaten by birds, fish, whales, dolphins and other marine creatures that mistake them for food.

There is a common misconception that cigarette butts are biodegradable but they are in fact made from cellulose acetate, a form of plastic that will break down into smaller and smaller pieces but will never disappear.

Toxic chemicals including nicotine, ethyl phenol and arsenic will also leach out into the environment threatening ecosystems

and water quality.

Even butts stubbed out on the ground or tossed from vehicles can eventually find their way into the marine environment and are the single most littered items across the globe.

The five trillion cigarettes smoked annually around the world create 1.7 billion pounds of waste and cost billions to clean up.

Environmentally friendly companies are now looking at ways of producing biodegradable butts made from flax, hemp and cotton but until the time comes when all cigarettes are ‘green’, the problem will keep escalating unless something is done to properly educate those that are seemingly oblivious to the damage they are doing.

Please help keep our islands, beaches and oceans clean by disposing of your trash sensibly.

Turks and Caicos Islands…. beautiful by nature, clean by choice.

POLICE SAFETY TIPS

Reducing the risk of becoming a victim of theft or robbery The Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force as part of its continued effort to prevent crime is offering the following advice which provides a number of practical ways in which residents, visitors and businesses within the Turks and Caicos can reduce the risk of becoming a victim of theft or robbery.

First, understand that criminals usually target persons considered soft or careless. Always ensure that your valuables (bag, wallet, purse, cell phone etc) are securely held on your person and are not left unattended. Do not hold excessive amounts of cash on your person.

Plan your journey. Try to avoid walking alone at night, and keep to well-lit main roads where possible.

You should try to avoid short cuts like bushy areas.

Always pay attention to your surroundings for persons likely to be stalking you, prowling or hiding in nearby bushes or in parked vehicles.

Be particularly cautious in dark, secluded or bushy areas. Look for tell tale signs in a suspect’s behaviour, which may entail an act of nervously observing individuals whilst preparing to commit a crime. Try to

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.

avoid wearing headphones - your ability to hear traffic, strangers or potential trouble is severely restricted. Should an attacker confront you, remember your personal safety comes first.

Cell phones are particularly susceptible to theft. Do not attract attention to your phone when you are carrying or using it in the street, or leave your phone in an unattended car. It only takes seconds for a thief to smash a window and steal your phone. Keep your phone out of sight in your pocket or handbag when not in use and use your phone's security lock code, if it has one.

You should record details of your phones serial number and properly mark your phone for identification by the police. If you become the victim of a cell phone theft, report it to the police immediately and your service provider.

For businesses that employ security officers, make sure that full attention is

given to the property’s immediate surroundings. This is particularly important around closing hours.

Do not hold excessive amounts of cash on your business premises.

Businesses are most vulnerable to crime when staffing levels are low, e.g. during lunch hours or when opening or closing the business.

Predictable routines should always be avoided, e.g. vary cash delivery/ collection times and routes to and from your bank or business. If it is necessary to hold large sums of cash, consider professional cash handling services.

Each week, tips like these are given to the public to increase awareness and safety. It is vital that these tips are shared with your family and friends.For more information, please visit www. tcipolice.tc.

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Martelly hoping to revive Haiti’s economy and keep Haitians home HAITIAN President Michel Martelly on Tuesday lamented the loss of lives of his countrymen who try to make the treacherous journey to the Bahamas in search of a better life.

He said addressing the issue is one of the reasons he is currently in the Bahamas to sign bilateral agreements with the government with the hope of creating the kind of opportunities that would improve Haiti’s economy and give Haitians a reason to remain there.

His statements came a day after 50 Haitian immigrants were detained by the Royal Bahamas Defence Force (RBDF) and the Department of Immigration when their sloop landed in the Marshall Road area on Monday morning.

Several other Haitians believed to be on board the sloop were also apprehended on Tuesday. Officials suspect that some of the recent migrants have been able to evade capture by fleeing into nearby shanty towns. They were alerted to the illegal landing of the Haitian sloop around 4:30am on Monday.

Mr Martelly said: “Every time a Haitian dies trying to get a better life, at the level of the state we feel like we’re responsible for not doing enough and yet we are doing enough.

“After the earthquake we moved out to tents about 92 per cent of Haitians, 1.5 million people,” he said, referring to the aftermath of the catastrophic 2010 earthquake in Haiti which killed between 100,000 and 200,000 people. “Today we have about 140,000 people yet to move out of the tents. It’s a huge number but compared to what has been done, it’s very interesting. This is why we are here today.”

He added that it could take several

Haitian President Michel Martelly is hoping that Haitians will soon have more reasons to stay in Haiti.

generations before significant improvements are seen in his country, progress he hopes comes from his government’s current investment in the education of toddlers.

The president spoke to reporters after a courtesy call with members of the Free National Movement in the Minority Room in the House of Assembly.

“When we’re talking about a country, the thing is not to put a time, an estimated time, on that because for instance today I have invested largely in education,” he said. “We have been sending kids to school freely. Primary school is free today in Haiti. But we’re building a new generation in Haiti.

“How long will it take? Well probably 30 years because today these kids are five years old, seven years old. The result is not for today.

The result is for 30 years from now

when these kids will be finished school, finished university and they’ll be a productive generation of Haitians. That’s when we will feel like we’ve built something.”

Mr Martelly said it is in the interest of both Haiti and the Bahamas that his country flourishes.

“Haitians fleeing their country has nothing to do with Haitians not loving their country,” he said. “They are Haitians looking for a better place to live or to get a better job.

I think we have failed in the past to come up with the right formula to stop them from coming here from leaving Haiti.

“The idea is for investors from here to invest in Haiti, help us grow bananas, corn, anything that you can then order from them. You’d still get these products but at a (better) rate than you’d get them from the States.” (Tribune242)

Five cases of Chikungunya confirmed in Cayman Islands PUBLIC health officials in the Cayman Islands say that since the first test case for the chikungunya virus in June, they have seen at least ten suspected cases. While blood sample tests for two of those cases are still pending, five have proved positive and three negative, but only one has been confirmed as a local transmission as the other four patients had all travelled to areas where the mosquito borne disease has taken a hold. The sole local transmission was in a patient from Bodden Town. The health department said Wednesday that since the last public update on 21 July there have been three new cases sent for testing from a residents in West Bay, George

Town and Cayman Brac.

Officials stated that one result was received this week from the Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA), which tested positive for chikungunya and that patient has a travel history to the Dominican Republic. In total so far, out of eight cases tested, five have come back positive and three negative. Two results for blood samples sent on 28 July are pending.

With the exception of the local transmission, four people who have acquired the virus had travelled to the Dominican Republic and two to Guyana. In all cases residents have come from the four districts of George Town, Bodden Town, West

Bay and Cayman Brac. So far, no one in either East End or North Side has presented with a suspected case of the disease, for which there is no vaccine or specific medication that can cure the virus but physicians can treat some of the severe symptoms.

The number of Caribbean countries/territories reporting cases of chikungunya continues to increase.

To date, cases of chikungunya have been confirmed in 36 countries/ territories in the Caribbean region.

The total number of confirmed/ probable cases has reached 5,824.

Regional updates can be accessed by visiting the CARPHA website or the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CNS)

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Naturalisation backed for children born in the Bahamas to Haitians OPPOSITION Shadow Minister of Foreign Affairs Hubert Chipman is a “firm believer” in naturalising children born in the Bahamas to Haitian parents with the St Annes MP telling Haitian President Michel Martelly this week that the issue is something the Free National Movement would have to address if it is returned to power.

However, when The Tribune questioned party leader Dr Hubert Minnis on the official position of the FNM on the issue he distanced himself from Mr Chipman’s comments. Dr Minnis said that people must “follow the law on the books”, adding that the issue requires further investigation before a solution can be presented.

The men were representing their party during a formal meeting with Mr Martelly and members of his government in the Minority Room of the House of Assembly.

The issue is something that is also a priority for Haitian officials, Mr Martelly said.

“There is a call by my government to address the issue of stateless Haitians, people who have no papers,” he told reporters on Tuesday. “That we are working on.

We have studied (it) really right after the issue of the Dominican Republic, we have realised that in certain cases Haitians did not have papers. So we are working at that level.”

Earlier this year the government of the Dominican Republic revoked the citizenship of nearly 200,000 people who were born in the country to Haitian parents.

“There are many different cases and we need to treat them on a case by case basis,” the president said.

President Martelly is in the country with a delegation of Haitian officials this week for trade and migration talks with Bahamian officials.

“I’m a firm believer that the Bahamas cannot be built by Bahamians alone,” Mr Chipman told Mr Martelly after the president responded to his question about what is being done to “stop or curtail” illegal migration of Haitians to the Bahamas.

“Just like any other country, it takes a melting pot to build a country the way you would want it (to be built). So there is room in this country and I think we quantify it in terms of the number of Haitians that may be here and a lot of them are legal, a lot of them are born here. And that’s something that our government and - when we get back in power - we have to address in terms of there’s no such thing in my mind as a stateless Haitian because a Haitian born to Haitians is a Haitian.

“But they’ve never been to Haiti.

They don’t know Haiti in most cases as they were born here. I firmly agree that we need to do something in terms

Opposition Shadow Minister of Foreign Affairs Hubert Chipman says he is a firm believer that the Bahamas cannot be built by Bahamians alone.

of naturalising these people in terms of allowing them to contribute. Right now as it stands they cannot go to the bank to borrow money. They cannot build houses and so forth. But once that happens, then they would be a part of the community and contribute, which they are doing now.”

Dr Minnis, who spoke to The Tribune after his meeting with the Haitian president, said: “Follow the laws at this particular point in time. At present one has to follow whatever laws are in place and then other matters have to be discussed not from an individual’s perspective, but we must bring in all the professionals with knowledge in that particular area so we could come up with a solution. At this particular time, the FNM follows the law.”

Mr Chipman’s comments echoed those of FNM Central and South Abaco MP Edison Key, who slammed successive governments last month for failing to address the long standing immigration issue that some believe has led to the marginalisation of a large group of people.

He called on the government to move quickly and humanely to address the growing problem that he feels will soon become unmanageable.

Mr Key said: “These people, particularly the people that live in the Mud and Pigeon Peas, that’s my constituency, are people that have children born there now who are doctors, lawyers, defence force officers, police, nurses.”

“They make a contribution and I blame all the governments for the situation they have to live in. They are human just like me and you and everybody else.

“There should be a more humane approach,” he added. “You’re born in a country, you don’t have no passport, and when you’re 18 you can only apply and they don’t have to give you any consideration for citizenship. But yet you are Bahamian if you look at it by your birth certificate.”

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BTC eyes Haiti mobile market

The former Barbadian PM said the BLP has lost its soul and its way.

Owen Arthur quits Barbados Labour Party FORMER Prime Minister Owen Arthur handed in his resignation to the Barbados Labour Party (BLP) last Friday, but will be serving out the rest of his parliamentary term as an independent representative.

Arthur was alone when he arrived at the BLP’s Roebuck Street, St Michael headquarters yesterday morning. He said it was with a heavy heart that he was leaving the party, but it had lost its soul and its way.

The Member of Parliament for St Peter said he thought “long and hard” before making the decision.

In an interview with The Nation on Thursday, Arthur said he would soon be making an announcement about his political future.

“I am tired of being the source of discord in the Barbados Labour Party and I am going to have to put myself in a position where I am no longer in such a context,” he said. Arthur was conspicuously absent from the BLP’s march against the municipal solid waste tax on Thursday. He said he could not do so, because as Prime Minister, he had introduced an environmental levy to deal with a wide range of issues facing the country at that time, including the “Mount Stinkeroo” situation.

“I am the only person in Barbados who could not with honour have been part of a march which could take action against the Government for seeking to raise resources to finance environmental solutions,” he added. (Barbados Nation)

UN lauds Suriname for eliminating gender discrimination in nationality laws THE United Nations refugee agency has welcomed a decision

by Suriname’s National Assembly that enables mothers to pass on nationality to their children.

The UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) said the important amendment to the 1975 Law on Nationality and Residence ensures gender equality in nationality laws, bringing “these laws into compliance with international standards.”

UNHCR said the changes, including the right of women to confer their nationality to their spouses, “will provide important safeguards to eliminate gender discrimination and prevent statelessness due to loss of nationality.”

The new legislation that was passed unanimously this month by the National Assembly made changes to host of matters regarding the Surinamese nationality.

The law also made it easier to acquire the nationality and more

difficult to lose it.

In addition the new law gives women the same right as men to confer their nationality on their spouses and introduces important safeguards to prevent statelessness due to loss of nationality.

Suriname joins Algeria, Bangladesh, Egypt, Indonesia, Kenya, Monaco, Morocco, Senegal, Tunisia, Yemen and Zimbabwe to become the 12th country in the past 10 years to enact reforms to ensure gender parity in its nationality laws.

According to the UNHCR, several states are also “actively supporting the recently launched International Campaign to End Gender Discrimination in Nationality Laws.”

The initiative aims to incorporate gender equality in legislation.

The campaign advances advocacy, training and research initiatives, and leads up to the Campaign to End Statelessness, to be launched by UNHCR in September 2014. (CMC)

THE Bahamas Telecommunications Company (BTC) is still aiming to enter Haiti’s cellular market, its chief executive confirmed on Monday, arguing that the carrier would effectively be “dead in the water” if it did not expand outside this jurisdiction.

Speaking at a private sector luncheon to host Haitian president Michel Martelly, Leon Williams said that with new players expected to provide competition in the Bahamian cellular market by either 2015 or 2016, the company would have to grow outside the Bahamas.

Mr Williams said Haiti represented that opportunity, as BTC has already extended an under-sea fibre optic cable to that country. “In 2005 we negotiated building the fibre submarine cable into Haiti.

We had looked at working with the government of Haiti,” he explained.

“We had made an offer to work with Teleco de Haiti and looked at the possibility of a GSM license, and an ISP (Internet) license and a cable license. We didn’t capitalise on it and there was a changing of administrations in 2007, and so nothing happened with Haiti.

“We still have the cable there, it’s working, it’s underutilised and certainly BTC would like to go back into Haiti and see what the possibilities are.”

Mr Williams. added: “Since we didn’t take the opportunity, Digicel went in. Digicel has 3.5 million customers in Haiti compared to a Cable & Wireless Communications (CWC), which has 1.3 million in the entire Caribbean.

“I don’t have to tell you that Haiti is Digicel’s number one money earner, and compared to what they take out of Haiti to what BTC’s total package is in the Bahamas, it is almost two to three times as much.”

Some observers will argue that BTC has already ‘missed the boat’ on Haiti, and that it and its controlling shareholders would be better off first focusing on preparing it to fight off cellular competition on its home turf in the Bahamas. It is also unclear whether entering Haiti would fit with CWC’s plans.

Mr Williams said that while BTC has remained competitive as the dominant monopoly carrier for cellular services, it has its share of challenges ahead.

“The challenge for BTC is it is the dominant monopoly carrier of cellular in the Bahamas. We have always been in competition for the Internet services,” he said.

“Cable Bahamas launched Internet services long before us, so we were playing catch up. SRG, which was acquired by Cable

Bahamas, actually is competing with us. We are being competitive in the fixed-line, in data and competitive in Internet services.

“Cable has television that we don’t have, and so if they were to get a mobile licence they would have quad play; we would have triple play.

BTC certainly has some challenges in front of it.”

Mr Williams added: “The Bahamas is 350,000 people. There will be a new player in the market come 2015, and a third player in the market come 2016. The pie is just so much, and all you are doing is dicing it up into smaller quarters.

“BTC has to extend outside the Bahamas and grow the market someplace else for top-line revenues or we are dead in the water. It’s not rocket science “Some people may argue that I’m pressing the panic button, but it’s reality. Normally the rule of thumb is that a new entrant will take 33 per cent of the cellular customers; that’s 100,000.

“BTC has to do something to be able to win the hearts and minds of the Bahamian people. It has to do something to win the market share.

No one is going to come here to make an investment in cellular service without making a return on their investment.” (Tribune242)

OECS needs injection of “serious hard” cash to address challenges THE Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) must mobilise large sums of money if it is to address the challenges confronting its nine member countries.

“And that is where we call on our development partners to appreciate the challenges with which we are confronted,” chairman of the OECS, Prime Minister of Dominica Roosevelt Skerrit, told the opening ceremony of the 59th meeting of the OECS Authority on Saturday.

“The challenge which we have, with the issue of debt, the issues of our banking system, our financial system, strengthening those institutions, we are going to need an injection of serious hard financial resources to address these challenges,” he said.

Skerrit said OECS leaders came to that conclusion during a meeting of the Eastern Caribbean Central Bank Monetary Council on Friday.

“As time goes by, with the global [financial] crisis not abating, it is placing greater stress on our resources,” he said, adding that none of the OECS countries has the fiscal space in which to manoeuvre.

“What we are doing as governments, whether it is in St

The OECS is a nine member grouping comprising Antigua and Barbuda, Commonwealth of Dominica, Grenada, Montserrat, St Kitts and Nevis, St. Lucia and St Vincent and the Grenadines.

Anguilla and the BVI are associate members of the OECS.

Vincent, or St Lucia or Grenada, or Antigua, can almost be described as marginal,” Skerrit said.

“Because of the enormity of the challenge, unavailability of resources; it is amazing that these countries continue to provide almost adequately to our citizens,” said Skerrit, who is also Dominica’s

Minister of Finance.

“Our citizens must appreciate those things, because when demands are made on our governments, our governments must also find resources, and I know nobody in the OECS wants to pay any form of taxation; and, therefore, we have to be measured with our request of our citizens.”

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Big Bang Theory production delayed over contract dispute Orlando Bloom and supermodel Miranda Kerr split in October after three years of marriage.

Kerr is rumored to be seeing Justin Bieber.

Bloom allegedly tries to throw punch at Bieber during Ibiza club scuffle THERE’S a blooming rivalry between these two.

Justin Bieber and Orlando Bloom got into a screaming and shoving match at an Ibiza, Spain club early Wednesday — with Bloom even throwing a punch, TMZ reported.

The Canadian crooner left Cipriani after the two got face-to-face during a

star-packed night at the waterside hot spot in the Spanish isles, according to the site. And his departure was met with applause, a witness told TMZ. Bloom took one swing at Bieber and missed, a source told the Daily News.

They were separated and the 20-year-old pop star stayed with friends for a while before leaving.

WORK on the eighth series of US sitcom The Big Bang Theory has failed to start on time, as the principal cast members fight for higher salaries.

Stars Jim Parsons, Kaley Cuoco, Kunal Nayyar and Simon Helberg did not return to work for the first day of production on Wednesday.

Negotiations are continuing with studio Warner Bros.

Television (WBTV).

The comedy is the mostwatched TV show in the US, with an average audience of 23.1 million in 2013-14.

Earlier this year, the show was extended for a further three series, meaning the show, which centres on a group of high-functioning science “geeks”, will now air until at least 2017.

In a statement, WBTV said: “Due to ongoing contract negotiations, production on The Big Bang Theory - which was

The cast are seeking up to $1m per episode, according to US media.

originally scheduled to begin today - has been postponed.”

The move came as a surprise to the studio, which previously said it expected the eighth series to go ahead without a hitch.

The delay affected a “table read” - in which the cast would have run through the script for the comeback episode.

According to The Hollywood Reporter, Parsons, Galecki and Cuoco currently earn $325,000 (£190,000) per episode and are seeking up to $1m (£584,000) per show.

Such a deal would make them the highest paid actors on US television - ahead of Ashton Kutcher and Jon Cryer from Two and a Half Men, currently understood to be the most rewarded TV actors.

Both shows were created

by Chuck Lorre, who recently said he did not expect the contract dispute to be overly disruptive.

“There are people at Warner Bros. Television and people representing the actors who have done this before,” he said earlier this month.

“This will work itself out. I think it’s great; I want them all to be crazy wealthy because nobody deserves it more than this cast. It’ll work out.”

However, salary negotiations on top-rated comedies have turned ugly before. In 2012, several actors on the hit show Modern Family took legal action to have their contracts declared void in a dispute over pay.

After staging a similar walk-out, TV network Fox relented and doubled their salaries. (BBC)

Cruz and Bardem sign open letter condemning Israel for ‘genocide’ in Gaza PENELOPE Cruz and Javier Bardem are among the Spanish stars behind an open letter condemning Israel’s bombardment of Gaza as “genocide”.

The actors demanded a stronger response by the European Union to stop the military operation that has so far killed more than 1,300 Palestinians in the Gaza Strip.

Civilians, including many children, have made up the majority of those killed in the offensive that Israel says is necessary to stop Hamas firing rockets at its cities.

The letter, printed by Europa Press and other Spanish news outlets, reads: “Gaza is living through horror these days, besieged and attacked by land, sea and air.

“Palestinians’ homes are being destroyed, they are being denied water, electricity [and] free movement to their hospitals, schools and fields while the international community does nothing.”

Labelling the Israeli military the “Israel Occupation

Penelope Cruz and Javier Bardem joined a number of other Spanish stars in condemning Israel’s bombardment of Gaza.

Forces”, it demanded an immediate ceasefire and urged Israel to “lift the blockade, which the Gaza Strip has suffered for more than a decade”.

It blamed the latest hostilities on Israel’s advancement into Palestinian territories instead of observing the 1967 borders pre-dating the Six-Day War. The letter said that Israel

“humiliates, detains, and tramples on the rights of the Palestinian population in all of the West Bank every day, also causing many deaths”.

Among the letter’s signatories were directors Pedro Almodovar and Benito Zambrano, actors Lola Herrera, Eduardo Noriega and Rosa Maria Sarda and two musicians, Amaral and Nacho Campillo.

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Beyoncé and Jay Z are carefully orchestrating the business of splitting up – close pal opines EXPECT Beyoncé to post a staged Instagram photo of herself and hubby Jay Z any minute now, because things between the couple have never been worse.

A close pal of the hip-hop power couple says Bey and Jay are being advised to play up their happy family act for the paparazzi and on social media, despite the collapse of their marriage. They will release a joint statement addressing the rumors in late September, once their current tour wraps, the friend says.

“Let’s leave it at it’s only a matter of time (until they split.) It’s so obvious now it’s embarrassing,” a source tells Confidenti@l. The duo are currently on the West Coast leg of their successful On the Run tour. “Around the time the tour ends, they’ll make a choice on whether they want

to separate or admit trouble.”

Another pal of the couple says they will finally address the problems because Jay is “so over it.”

“He wants this tour to end and he wants the rumors to stop,” says our second source.

Our first insider says the couple, who married in 2008 and had daughter Blue Ivy in 2012, are both impeccable performers who have been fooling their fans for two years now and that their relationship is “strictly business.” And while Jay has told friends he wants out immediately, we’re told Beyoncé is fine with keeping the act up indefinitely.

Still, Bey has been spotted shopping for her very own bachelorette pad. The “Single Ladies” songstress was seen checking out a five-bedroom, five-bathroom $21.5 million penthouse in Chelsea, not

The pop-punkers 5 Seconds of Summer has benefitted greatly from being managed by the company behind the world’s top boy band, One Direction.

5 Seconds of Summer album scores record debut, opens at No. 1 on Billboard charts The tension between Beyoncé and Jay Z can’t even escape the On the Run stage.

far from the building Katie Holmes fled to after her divorce from Tom Cruise, a source confirmed to the Daily News.

“This (trouble) has been brewing longer than anyone knows,” says our first source.

“They’re performers. And they’re good performers. It’s a business now, and they are

business partners. And they don’t even fight. They know what it is.”

The News hears the majority of the trouble comes from Jay’s extracurricular activities with other women — he’s been rumored to have been unfaithful to Bey numerous times since Blue Ivy arrived.

TEEN act 5 Seconds of Summer got some scream worthy love on the charts this week. The band opened at No. 1 with sales of 259,000 copies, according to Nielsen SoundScan.

That’s the third-highest starting sales figure of the year.

(The first? Coldplay’s “Ghost Stories,” which opened with 383,000 copies banked.) It’s also the biggest bow for a debut album in seven years, since Daughtry’s self-titled

first release, according to Keith Caulfield, Billboard’s chart czar.

This isn’t 5SOS’s first appearance in the Top Five.

Several months before the full debut disc, the group issued a brief EP, “She Looks So Perfect.” It opened at No. 2 with sales of 143,000, bouyed by that irresistable couplet: “You look so perfect standing there/in my American Apparel underwear.”

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R. Kelly concert appearance cancelled after protest Maria Alyokhina (L) and Nadezhda Tolokonnikova were sentenced to two years in prison for hooliganism.

Pussy Riot pair sue Russia over imprisonment TWO members of the feminist group, Pussy Riot, are suing the Russian government over their imprisonment for a protest in a Moscow cathedral.

Maria Alyokhina and Nadezhda Tolokonnikova say their prosecutions amounted to torture.

They have filed a case at the European Court of Human Rights against Russia, seeking compensation.

The pair are demanding 120,000 euros (£95,000) each in damages, plus 10,000 euros (£8,000) court costs.

Tolokonnikov’s father, Andrey,

said the pair should have asked for greater compensation.

“What can I say? Good girls! But, in my opinion, the requested amount is too small,” he said.

“They should have requested 250m euros, not 250,000 euros,” he told the popular Russian newspaper Moskovskiy Komsomolets.

Alyokhina and Tolokonnikova were among five Pussy Riot members who donned balaclavas in February 2012 and tried to perform their song Mother of God, Drive Putin Out, in the Christ the Saviour Cathedral, near the Kremlin.

AN R. Kelly concert appearance in Columbus, Ohio, has been canceled after protests.

Kelly was scheduled to perform at the Fashion Meets Music Festival, scheduled for Labor Day weekend in the Ohio capital. But after a backlash on social media, the festival decided to drop the controversial singer, the festival’s communications director, Melissa Dickson, said in a statement.

“The people of Columbus didn’t feel that R. Kelly’s reputation was reflective of their community, and took to social media to adamantly express their opinions. FMMF heard their concerns and took action,” Dickson said.

“We wanted to celebrate the already thriving fashion and music communities in Columbus and produce a festival the city would be proud to call (its) own. The motto of FMMF is ‘Three Days, Two Loves, One Place’ and we recognized that the ‘One Place’ needed to be heard.”

Kelly’s publicist released a statement to USA Today: “R. Kelly is sorry to disappoint his fans but looks forward to seeing them in the near future during one of his upcoming

R. Kelly, best known for his hit song “I Believe I Can Fly,” has been the target of some protest since being accused of videotaping sex with a minor in the early 2000s.

tours.”

Kelly, best known for his hit song “I Believe I Can Fly,” has been the target of some protest since being accused of videotaping sex with a minor in the early 2000s. In 2008, Kelly was acquitted on 14 counts of making child pornography.

The accusations received wider coverage last year in the wake of

Kelly’s latest CD, “Black Panties,” when The Village Voice ran a lengthy interview with former Chicago SunTimes music critic Jim DeRogatis, who had worked on a series for the newspaper about lawsuits against the singer.

Some visitors to the festival’s Facebook page welcomed the concert news.

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Controversial research claims black people age faster than white people

Differences in biological age between blacks and whites appear to increase up until ages 60-65 and then decline.

(Caribbean360 photo)

A CONTROVERSIAL new study in the United States claims that black people age more quickly than white people.

Published in the journal Social Science and Medicine, the study found that the difference in age can be up to three years and could shed new light on higher mortality rates in blacks.

The study used data on 7,644 black and white participants, aged 30 and over, from the third National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey.

Each participant’s body-mass index, level of education, and whether they were present or former smokers were also noted.

The research team calculated

each participant’s “biological age” by looking at 10 biomarkers that have been linked to aging, including C-reactive protein, serum creatinine, glycosylated hemoglobin, systolic blood pressure, and total cholesterol.

Click here to receive free news bulletins via email from Caribbean360. (View sample) The researchers then compared biological ages of blacks and whites as indicated from the biomarkers.

“Our results showed that, on average, blacks tend to be more than three years older biologically than whites,” Morgan Levine and Eileen Crimmins of the University of Southern California’s Davis School of Gerontology wrote.

“Blacks experience morbidity and mortality earlier in the life course compared to whites,” they continued.

“This is consistent with findings from previous studies reporting that blacks tend to have levels of biological risk factors that are indicative of someone significantly older chronologically.

“Such premature declines in health may be indicative of an acceleration of the aging process,” the gerontologists said.

Differences in biological age between blacks and whites appear to increase up until ages 60-65 and then decline.

The University of Southern California gerontology researchers

said the cause for the biological age differences by race could be stressrelated.

“Everyday stressors associated with being black may negatively impact physiological functioning and, under chronic exposure, accumulate over the lifespan and contribute to growing disparities in biological risk,” they wrote.

“Furthermore, if such environmental, behavioural, and mental factors contribute to an acceleration of the aging process, we would expect that persons who are aging the fastest should have the highest risk of mortality, and thus lower life expectancy.”

(Caribbean360)

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Middle-aged drinking ‘impairs memory’ PROBLEM drinking in middle age doubles the risk of memory loss in later life, research suggests.

A US study found men and women in their 50s and 60s with a history of alcohol abuse were more likely to have memory problems up to two decades later.

The study, in The American Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry, adds to growing evidence that excessive drinking can impair mental processing later.

Researchers say it is a public health issue that needs to be addressed.

Scientists questioned 6,500 US middle-aged adults about their past alcohol consumption.

They were asked three specific questions: Had people annoyed them by criticising their drinking?

Had they ever felt guilty or bad about their drinking?

Had they ever had a drink first thing in the morning to steady nerves or get over a hangover?

Those who answered yes to one

of these questions were considered to have a problem with alcohol.

They had more than double the risk of developing severe memory impairment, the study found.

“We know that alcohol is bad for the brain in general, but it’s not just how much you drink but how it affects you,” lead researcher, Dr Iain Lang, from the University of Exeter Medical School, told the BBC. “The amount that you drink is important - what is also important is if you experience any problems in your drinking or if other people tell you you have a problem.”

He advised drinking within recommended daily and weekly amounts and to cut down if affected by any of the items in the questionnaire, as this could increase dementia risk.

Dr Doug Brown, director of research and development at the Alzheimer’s Society charity, said there was a hidden cost of alcohol abuse, given mounting evidence that alcohol misuse can impact on cognition later in life.

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‘Tape measure test’ call on type 2 diabetes PEOPLE are being urged to whip out the tape measure to assess their risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

Public Health England said there was a “very high risk” of diabetes with waistlines over 40in (102cm) in men or 35in (88cm) in women.

It warned that the disease could “cripple” the NHS, 10% of whose budget was already spent on it.

The charity Diabetes UK said the country was facing a “devastating” type 2 diabetes epidemic.

Type 2 diabetes is an inability to control blood sugar levels that has dire consequences for health.

It increases the risk of heart attacks and strokes, is the leading cause of blindness in people of working age, damages blood vessels and nerves and results in 100 foot amputations each week in the UK. If someone has type 2 diabetes

at the age of 50, they can expect to die six years earlier than someone without the disease.

HOW FAT? Obesity is the biggest risk factor driving the disease.

Public Health England (PHE) says men with a 40in (102cm) waist are five times more likely to get type 2 diabetes than those with a slimmer waistline.

Women were at three times greater risk once they reached 35in (88cm).

The PHE report also warns men with a 37-40in waistline (94-102cm) or women at 31-35in (80-88cm) may not be in the most dangerous group, but still faced a “higher risk” of the disease.

Dr Alison Tedstone, the chief nutritionist at Public Health England, said obesity was now so prevalent “we don’t even recognise it”.

She urged people to “keep an eye on your waist measurement” as losing weight was “the biggest thing you can do” to combat the disease.

Earlier this month, the National Institute of Health and Care Excellence said people with type 2 diabetes should have weight loss surgery.

However, many people mistakenly think their trouser size counts as their waistline, conveniently forgetting about a bothersome beer belly.

Dr Tedstone told the BBC: “People get it wrong, particularly men.

“They measure their waist under their bellies, saying they haven’t got fatter because their trouser size is the same, forgetting they’re wearing their trousers lower and lower.

“So the tip is to measure across the belly button.”

Public Health England said there was a “very high risk” of diabetes with waistlines over 40in (102cm) in men or 35in (88cm) in women.

‘UNSUSTAINABLE’ A different form of diabetes type 1 - is caused by the body’s own immune system rebelling and destroying the cells needed to control blood sugar.

About 3.2 million people have been diagnosed with some form of diabetes in the UK and that figure

is projected to reach five million by 2025.

The NHS already spends a 10th of its budget on the diseases.

“That’s a huge amount of money and that could possibly double over the next few years, and that could cripple the NHS,” said Dr Tedstone.

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Liberia shuts schools to tackle Ebola outbreak LIBERIA’S government has announced that it is closing down all schools across the country to stop the spread of the deadly Ebola virus.

Some communities would be placed under quarantine as well, President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf said.

Non-essential government workers will be sent home for 20 days and the army deployed to enforce the measures.

The number of people killed by the virus in West Africa has now reached 672, according to new UN figures.

The BBC’s West Africa correspondent Thomas Fessy says treatment facilities have reportedly been overwhelmed in the Liberian capital Monrovia.

Some wards have already filled up, forcing health workers to treat some patients at their homes.

President Sirleaf said that Friday 1 August would be a non-working day in Liberia to allow for the disinfection of all public facilities.

“All non-essential staff - to be determined by the heads of ministries and agencies - are to be placed on 30 days’ compulsory leave,” she added.

The US humanitarian organisation

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Taiwanese man divorcing wife because of smartphone addiction A TAIWANESE man is divorcing his wife because she’s addicted to her smartphone.

Fed up with her constantly playing online games instead of raising their children, he said enough was enough and took her to court.

He claimed that she repeatedly forgot to carry out important chores due to her unhealthy obsession with the gadget.

She allegedly left the house in a mess, and forgot to get their

daughter vaccinated on time or give her medicine when she was ill.

He also alleged that mold was found on one of his little girl’s clothes.

Shanghaiist reports he tried to reason with the woman, who has not been named and who has denied all the claims, but that she simply blamed him for her state.

The couple appeared in court this week after he decided to file for divorce. (NYdailynews)

The Ebola virus has already killed 672 people in West Africa.

Peace Corps said it was withdrawing 340 volunteers from Liberia, Sierra Leone and Guinea because of the spread of the virus.

Two of its volunteers had been isolated after being exposed to someone who later died from the virus, it added.

A Peace Corps spokeswoman said: “These volunteers are not symptomatic and are currently

isolated and under observation.”

Ebola kills up to 90% of those infected, but patients have a better chance of survival if they receive early treatment.

It spreads through contact with an infected person’s bodily fluids.

The outbreak - the world’s deadliest to date - was first reported in Guinea in February. It then spread to Liberia and Sierra Leone. (BBC)

Gaza conflict: UN calls fatal school shelling “outrageous” THE US and UN have condemned the shelling of a school housing displaced civilians in Gaza.

UN Secretary-General Ban Kimoon said the attack, which killed 16, was “outrageous”. Israel said that its military was responding to mortar rounds launched from near the school.

More than 100 people died in Gaza on Wednesday, Palestinian officials said.

The shelling of a market near Gaza City killed 17, while booby traps claimed the lives of three Israeli soldiers.

Palestinian doctors said an Israeli air strike had also killed seven people in Khan Younis.

The Gaza health ministry said 106 people had been killed on Wednesday, bringing the overall death toll to 1,336. Most have been civilians.

Some 58 Israelis have been killed, 56 soldiers and two civilians. A Thai worker in Israel has also died.

The UN expressed outrage at the attack on the school in the Jabaliya refugee camp.

Spokesman Chris Gunness told the BBC that Israel had been told 17 times that the school was housing displaced people, saying the attack caused “universal shame”.

Mr Ban later said: “I condemn this

No-one was injured in the fire and police said it was not thought to be suspicious.

Fire rips through Eastbourne Pier destroying roof

Gaza civilians are left with little or no hiding places.

attack in the strongest possible terms.

It is outrageous. It is unjustifiable, and it demands accountability and justice.

“Nothing is more shameful than attacking sleeping children.”

More than 3,000 civilians had sought shelter at the school.

Deputy Secretary-General Jan Eliasson said: “This is a moment where you really have to say: ‘Enough is enough.’”

Bernadette Meehan, the spokeswoman of the US National Security Council, also condemned the shelling of the school.

She said: “We are extremely concerned that thousands of

internally displaced Palestinians who have been called on by the Israeli military to evacuate their homes are not safe in UN designated shelters in Gaza.”

Ms Meehan also condemned “those responsible for hiding weapons in United Nations facilities in Gaza”.

Israel has regularly accused Hamas, which controls Gaza, of hiding weapons in such facilities.

The Israeli military said in a statement that its “initial inquiry suggests militants fired mortars... from the vicinity of the school in Jabaliya”.

A DEVASTATING fire has torn through Eastbourne Pier.

The main roof of the pier, built in the East Sussex seaside town in the 1870s, has been completely destroyed, leaving only a metal skeleton.

The pier was evacuated. No-one was injured in the fire and police said it was not thought to be suspicious.

Eastbourne Borough Council leader David Tutt said he was hopeful the pier could be repaired and understood the fire had been started by an electrical fault.

“The emergency services have done a fantastic job,” he said.

“The fact that as far as we’re aware that nobody’s hurt - we’re not aware of anybody unaccounted for they evacuated the site very quickly and they’ve managed to contain it to that front dome so there’s hope of getting the pier restored.

“The building which has been affected is the largest dome on the pier, and it has been badly damaged

- but further down it looks as it’s always looked.

“My understanding... [is] it looks as if there was a problem with electrics in the wall of the dome between the two layers of the wall there and that seems to be where it started.”

The blaze broke out behind some wood panelling in the arcade building and billowing smoke filled the air.

Sian Ellis, a hotel manager in the town, said it was an “absolute red, molten, mess of flame and smoke”.

“We’ve just had another explosion there and it’s very, very frightening and hugely saddening for the whole of the town,” she said.

Fire minister Penny Mordaunt said she would be visiting Eastbourne “as a priority” to speak to local people and thank firefighters for their efforts.

“It is heart-breaking to see such a wonderful Victorian pier so damaged. Thankfully no-one appears to have been hurt,” she said. (BBC)

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Meat scandal takes a Militants in Syria put victims’ heads bite out of McDonald’s on poles; hundreds killed daily sales in Japan A TAINTED meat scandal that originated in China is now starting to stink up McDonald’s sales.

The fast food chain’s Japanese unit said Tuesday that it will fall short of profit and sales targets for the year, after a longtime meat supplier was shut down last week by authorities for unsanitary practices.

As meat from the supplier has been pulled out of circulation, McDonald’s outlets in China, Hong Kong and Japan have stopped selling items such as Big Macs and Chicken McNuggets.

The scandal has led to “negative impact on sales and consumer confidence,” the company’s Japanese unit said in a statement. “Our sales and profit expectations have been reduced.”

The meat scandal began when Chinese television showed workers at a Shanghai food plant handling expired and tainted meat with their bare hands. Workers at the Chinese subsidiary of Illinois-based OSI Group said that the meat smelled bad, and they could be seen processing meat that had fallen on the floor.

McDonald’s (MCD) Japan had previously forecast sales of 250 billion yen ($2.5 billion) and net

income of 6 billion yen ($59 million) for the year. The company said it isn’t able to provide new targets as the scandal’s full impact is still unfolding.

McDonald’s shares traded in Japan fell 2.8% Wednesday morning , and have shed nearly 4% since the food safety issue began unfolding last week.

Related: Big Mac shortage in China as scandal-ridden supplier issues recall McDonald’s has had a “challenging” year thus far in Japan, even before news hit over the bad meat scandal. The Japanese unit saw net income tumble 60% to 1.9 billion yen ($19 million) in the first half of this year compared to the same period last year. Sales at its directly owned stores and franchises dropped 4% after planned store closures.

Oher food chains have been caught up in the scandal, including Yum Brands (YUM), which operates KFC and Pizza Hut in China, Burger King (BKW), Papa John’s (PZZA) and Starbucks (SBUX).

Many companies have cut their ties with the supplier, but McDonald’s has largely stood by OSI Group. (CNN)

Alexander Gonzalez Garcia, 57, said he knew ‘nothing good would happen’ when he led his victim into the closet.

Former deacon blames Satan for molesting preteen in church storage closet A JUDGE sentenced the ex-deacon of an Idaho Seventh-day Adventist Church who blamed Satan for molesting a 12-year-old girl at a potluck.

Alexander Gonzalez Garcia, 57, will spend at least five years in prison, but up to 15 years for sexual abuse of a minor stemming from a 2013 incident where he led a young member of his Nampa church into a storage room, according to the Idaho Statesman.

In an interview with detectives, Garcia confessed to hugging and

kissing the girl and said Satan took ahold of him during the July 20 incident. The victim then reported the inappropriate touching to her grandmother, according to a previous Statesman story.

“Mr. Garcia used his position of trust in the church to take advantage of the victim,” Canyon County Prosecutor Bryan Taylor said in a news release. “This case should serve as a reminder to every parent that you need to be careful of who your kids are hanging around.”

IN SOME of the most gruesome images yet to emerge from the latest mass violence in Syria, videos show militants raising their victims’ severed heads on poles.

The amateur videos emerged as a Syrian human rights group reported 1,600 deaths in just 10 days this month.

The latest images come from an area taken over by the militant terrorist group the Islamic State, which recently changed its name from the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria, or ISIS. The group is known for killing dozens of people at a time and beheading some.

At least three videos posted on YouTube by different people show the grisly scene at a roundabout in the city of Reqqa, where Islamic State militants have been carrying out public executions, crucifixions and other acts decided by its Sharia, or Islamic law, court.

A narrator in one of the videos says the bodies are of Syrian soldiers who were killed by Islamic State fighters.

The videos surfaced online along with news that Islamic State took over the Syrian army’s 17th Division

Along with the 115,000 people killed since the beginning of the uprising against Syrian President Bashar al-Assad’s regime in March 2011, Syria has suffered billions in infrastructural damage.

headquarters, which was considered the Syrian regime’s last remaining military base in Reqqa.

The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, which has tabulated casualties in the country’s civil war, reported on Islamic State’s seizure of the military base in late May. While fighting between Israel and Hamas militants in Gaza has gotten far more attention in recent days, the death toll in Syria has

been higher.

Between July 16 and July 25, 1,600 people were killed, the observatory said.

And the bloodshed has continued at that pace. On Sunday, 180 people were killed, the group said.

The observatory counts more than 115,000 people killed since the beginning of the uprising against Syrian President Bashar al-Assad’s regime in March 2011. (CNN)

House Republicans vote to sue President Obama THE US House of Representatives has passed a resolution to sue President Barack Obama for allegedly exceeding his constitutional powers.

The 225-201 vote along party lines means House lawyers will now draft legal documents to launch a lawsuit.

Its supporters say Mr Obama exceeded his powers when he delayed an insurance deadline in his healthcare law.

The president himself has dismissed it as a waste of time.

“Everyone sees this as a political stunt,” he said.

“If they’re not going to do anything, we’ll do what we can on our own,” the president added.

“And we’ve taken more than 40 actions aimed at helping hardworking families like yours. That’s when we act - when your Congress won’t.”

Republicans in Congress have complained that Mr Obama has exceeded his constitutional authority on numerous occasions, in order to bypass Congress by issuing executive orders.

They object, for instance, to his order unilaterally easing deportations of some young illegal immigrants, and the prison exchange that won the release of a US soldier held captive for five years by the Taliban.

Specifically at issue in the resolution, which was sponsored

by Congressman Pete Sessions

Congressman Pete Sessions of Texas sponsored the resolution.

of Texas with the full backing of House Speaker John Boehner, was Mr Obama’s decision to twice delay requirements in his 2010 healthcare overhaul that businesses over a certain size provide their workers with health insurance.

Mr Obama has been forthright about his intentions to circumvent the gridlocked Congress when possible, noting frequently that the Republican-controlled House of Representatives has declined even to hold votes on Senate-passed bills on topics from immigration reform to gay rights.

As far back as January, White House aides began referring to the president’s “pen and phone” strategy - using his telephone to convene meetings at the White House and his pen to sign executive orders and changes to federal regulations.

Every US president since George

Washington has issued executive orders, and Mr Obama has not stood out in the modern era for the number he has signed.

In his six years in office Mr Obama has issued 183 executive orders, compared to 291 across George W Bush’s eight years and 381 for Ronald Reagan, according to a study by the American Presidency Project at the University of California-Santa Barbara.

But Republicans insist Mr Obama has selectively enforced laws duly passed by Congress, upsetting the balance of powers written into the constitution.

“Such a shift in power should alarm members of both political parties because it threatens the very institution of the Congress,” the Republicans wrote in report accompanying the House legislation.

(BBC)

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FLOWER GIRL

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

Contact: 231-3788

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A & P Construction is looking for:

is seeking to employ:

ATLANTIC CONSTRUCTION

Ange Toussaint seeking a suitable applicant to fill the position of

Jewelry

Painters Repairman Tile Layers must be willing Salary: $7.00-$10.00 to work 5 days per week. Salary $5.00 per hour.

Labourer Salary: $5.00 per hour

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Contact: 346- 3906

per hour

Contact: 347-2093 10206

Capron Catering Is looking for a

cook With the following experience: • Certified as a mixologist • Must speak fluent French and English • Experience in North American Cuisine, catering and high volume fuctions.

• Must hold a valid drivers license Belongers only need apply

Please call 431-4071

Gardener The successful applicant would be responsible for doing yard work and keeping the area clean including landscaping.

labourer

Interested persons are asked to call 341-6841.

contact: 345-9911

Labourer

Is seeking to employ:

Needed

Bonded Warehouse facility requires a labourer. Duties include general cleaning, maintenance and movement of cargo. Salary: Starting at $6:00 per hour for 40 hour work-week.

Karen Adams Pollard Seeks to employ:

Waitress/ Server Salary:$5.00 per hour

Please contact

941-8408.

Job Opportunity

1 Mason Must be willing to work 5 days per week 7am – 3pm. Salary: $7.00 per hour

G & G Construction Seeks to employ

Salary Based on qualifications

Contact: 442-7229

1 Labourer Salary: $6.00

Contact: 241-2962

LAS BRISAS RESTAURANT AND BAR

• • • •

Middle to high level culinary skills in Mediterranean dishes Dependable, proactive, organized, team player Education from a formal culinary program At least 7-10 years cooking experience, preparing international breakfast, lunch and dinner in regional cooking environment • Sanitation Certificate • Ability to plan, organize and execute meal plans • Must speak and read English fluently • Additional languages an asset Salary commensurate based on qualification and experience

Contact: 244-8820

Contact: 946-5306

Paradise Blue

PLANTATION HILLS

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DSP

Salary starts at $5.00 per hour

1 COOK

10212

Please send your resume to info@gracewaysports.com

Housekeeper/ Domestic Worker

Is looking to fill the following positions:

TENNIS PROFESSIONAL Job Requirements: • Hold an International Certification • Hold a physical trainer and sports management degree • Minimum 10 years experience as a Junior and Professional tennis player and coach • Certified for children’s training • Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications

Leeward Highway Providenciales Telephone: 241-2974

To work 5 days per week salary $5.00 per hour.

2 Labourers

10211

Busy Restaurant in Provo needs

Doneita Quant

1 Tech Supervisor

Please contact Cargo Express Services, in person, at 70 South Dock Road or fax application to 941-5525 Application deadline: August 15, 2014

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GRACEWAY SPORTS CENTRE IS LOOKING TO EMPLOY A

Is looking for a

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A & M Jewelry Repair

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Is looking for a

Is seeking a

Bugaloo’s Restaurant Is seeking to employ

Senior Associate Attorney

per week salary $5.00 per hour.

contact: 241-4070

1 Conch Worker Duties Include: Conch haul maintenance (Knocking, Cleaning/ Peeling, Beating etc) Interested persons should.

contact 332-5646

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Salary: $6.00 per hour.

Contact: 341-9506

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Please send application in writing by email to rlk@gtclaw.com

Labourer labourer To work 5 days 10208

A senior associate attorney is required for a busy firm based in Providenciales. The successful candidate will be a qualified solicitor/ attorney with at least ten years pqe in appropriate property disciplines: commercial and residential conveyancing and development work; landlord and tenant; commercial lending and also corporate and commercial law. Experience in a registered land system and an offshore jurisdiction; drafting complex development, security and financing documents; excellent communication skills; and an ability to manage files and work independently are all essentials, together with the willingness to be responsible for marketing and work long hours, including weekends and public holidays. Salary commensurate with experience.

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CHRIST IS THE ANSWER MINISTRY

Shining Stars Preparatory School

Is looking for a

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons to fill the following positions for September 2014

office secretary Must be willing to work 5 days per week salary $5.00 per hour.

Contact: 649-241-8659 or email: padmore23@hotmail.com

Domestic Worker Labourer Primary School Teachers

Applicants must be qualified for the position for which they are applying (B Ed. In the case of teachers.)

Must also have loving, caring and cooperative attitude.

Applications, along with two (2) proofs of qualifications must be sent in writing to: The Principal Shining Stars Preparatory School 11 Academy Ave. Downtown Providenciales To reach not later than August 20th 2014.

Salary commensurate with qualification and experience

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PROGRAM AND EVENT

COORDINATOR Destination Management Company is looking for a highly professional, self motivated person with proven program management and event coordination skills.

RESPONSIBILITIES • Creating innovative estimates, programs and events for groups from 2 to 170 attendees showcasing the islands, while staying within allotted budget and meeting clients needs • Maintaining strong working relationships with local vendors and resorts • Negotiating contracts with hotels and service providers. Keeping up to date database of providers and services • Developing and maintaining strong working relationships with overseas clients, attending industry trade shows and meetings in the US when necessary • Developing and confidently delivering oral presentations to potential and current clients, both small and large groups • Managing of operational and fiscal activities including: agendas, budgets, pre and postevent evaluations, review and payment of event bills, maintenance of records of event aspects and financial details • Marketing through design of websites and social media promotion

SKILL REQUIREMENTS AND EXPERIENCE • Minimum of 5 years experience in event planning and program coordination essential • Proven knowledge of event logistics, accounting and budgeting • Excellent verbal and written communication, organizational and decision making skills • Excellent multi-tasking and problem solving ability • Strong local knowledge and the ability to promote Turks and Caicos as a destination to foreign markets • Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with program management staff, team members, vendors and guests • Ability to present facts and recommendations effectively, ability to accept constructive criticism from clients, adherence to company policies • Effective networking and identification of new sales opportunities and clients • A strong work ethic and flexibility to adapt to a variety of business and social situations.

• Full working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, QuickBooks.

Knowledge of Web design, blogging and marketing through social media essential. Mac system knowledge also an advantage • Full understanding and ability to work within EVED platform, including E360 • Flexibility, with long working hours, evenings, weekends and public holidays. Required hours vary daily depending on season • Physical endurance as most events take place outdoors

Please forward resume, passport photo and references to: nila@niladestinations.com 10201

TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS GOVERNMENT

The Judicial Services Commission The Judicial Services Commission of the Turks and Caicos Islands invites applications for the position of

Puisne Judge of the Supreme Court of the Turks and Caicos Islands

The Supreme Court is a superior court of record. Its original jurisdiction in both civil and criminal matters is similar to that exercised by all divisions of Her Majesty's High Court of Justice in England and the Crown Court. In its appellate jurisdiction the Supreme Court deals with all appeals from the Magistrates' Court, and from bodies and persons exercising quasi-judicial powers for special purposes.

Candidates for this position must be: • A barrister or solicitor of the United Kingdom, of any other part of the Commonwealth, or of Ireland; • A member of the Faculty of Advocates or a Writer to the Signet of Scotland; or • An attorney of the Supreme Court admitted under the TCI Legal Profession Ordinance or under any law for the time being in force in the Islands making like provision And have at least ten (10) years’ standing as such.

It is desirable that applicants have a common law background and, ideally, knowledge and experience of Chancery Practice. The successful candidate will, however, be expected to hear any case that comes before the Supreme Court in its original or appellate jurisdiction including criminal trials. It is unlikely that candidates with no previous judicial experience will be considered.

RENUMERATION PACKAGE: SALARY - $120,000 per annum (income tax free) PROFESSIONAL ALLOWANCE - $6,000 per annum TELEPHONE ALLOWANCE - $720 per annum TRANSPORTATION ALLOWANCE - $ 2,760 per annum HOUSING ALLOWANCE – $24,000.00 per annum

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

For persons recruited outside of the Turks and Caicos Islands, there is a three (3) year contract extendable on mutual agreement. Other benefits in addition to the above allowances include an end-of-contract gratuity of 15% of salary; return passage for family of up to two children under the age of sixteen (16) years as well as duty free concession on the shipment of personal effects imported within first six (6) months of appointment.

Resumes with current contact information must be accompanied by a Cover Letter and two letters of reference (one preferably from a former employer) as well as copies of educational certificates and a copy of the Passport photo page. Shortlisted candidates must submit a Police Certificate.

Applications should be addressed to the Governor’s Office, Waterloo, Grand Turk, Turks and Caicos Islands.

Applications can be sent by Facsimile: 649 946-1582 or sent by email to: recruitment@ gov.tc with the subject line being: Chief Justice Application. If sent by courier, envelopes should have the subject: Chief Justice Application clearly marked on the front.

PLEASE NOTE THAT ONLY SUITABLE CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED FOR INTERVIEWS. Closing Date: 19th August 2014

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JOB VACANCIES Seven Stars Resort is seeking suitable qualified persons to fill the positions outlined below. Ideal candidates should possess luxury resort experience, be out-going and friendly, with a professional demeanor and must be fluent in English, be a team player with a strong work ethic, available for work on public holidays, weekends and evenings. Salaries are based on experience and qualifications. Suitable candidates must have a minimum of 2 years’ experience working at as 5 Star Resort in a similar role. Must have a strong attention to detail and exceptional ability to maintain the highest standards of quality required.

PASTRY CHEF

The Pastry Chef will be responsible for running and operating all pastry and bakery functions while remaining within budget and maximizing food margins. Duties will include, but not be limited to: • Create new designs and recipes for pastries and baked goods, and coordinate all activities related to the preparation and production of same • Plan and develop new desserts for restaurants, banquets and special functions, i.e., weddings • Prepare all items with the highest quality standards, quality and consistency • Maintain communication with Executive Chef to ensure production requirements are met and bakery inventory levels are sufficient • Monitor food products to ensure proper quality, handling and rotation, and work with stock controller to maintain quality control • Maintain a safe and clean work environment at all times and follow all HAACP regulations for storage and cooling • Maintains a neat and tidy appearance at all times The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years experience preparing a variety of breads, cakes and pastries, along with a strong food service background. An artistic and creative ability to produce desserts, pastries and baked goods is required. A strong knowledge of ingredients and an exceptional attention to detail is essential.

Physical ability to stand for long periods of time, and ability to work under pressure and meet aggressive deadlines is required. Must be PC literate.

GUEST SECURITY OFFICER

As a Security Officer you are responsible to protect and safeguard all Resort guests, employees, their belongings and all hotel assets, whereby your role will include key responsibilities such as: • Ensure and guard the safety of guests and employees by walking surveillance rounds and patrol all of the Resort’s areas.

• Respond rapidly to requests for emergency and non-emergency assistance in a professional and hospitable manner.

• Detect safety-threatening situations and irregularities like unwanted visitors, mutilation or aggressive behavior.

• Obtain all loss reports, investigate, follow-up and determine course of action.

• Monitor designated areas on the closed CCTV. • Ensure that ‘Fire Exit’ doors are kept free of blockage at all times and ensure that fire and safety equipment’s are in their right places.

• Perform all tasks consistently in line with the resort standards and adhere to all legal and statutory requirements.

Education, Qualifications & Experiences

Ex-Military and you should ideally be a certified Security Officer with previous experiences preferably as a hotel security or a similar security branch background. Additional certifications like CPR, First Aid, BHV or the use of AED (Automatic External Defibrillator) are a definite plus. A good command of English in both written and spoken forms and to follow safety & security rules and procedures without compromise at all times are essential.

HOUSEKEEPING ATTENDANT

To provide a high standard of cleanliness throughout the hotel. Be able to clean 10 rooms per day based on 7.5 hour day in accordance with hotel standards. Skills and Knowledge Strong Communication skills (verbal, listening, Writing) the ability to be flexible as daily tasks will vary. The capability to work independently as well as to work within a team. The ability to prioritize daily/weekly jobs. The

ability to work to a schedule, checklist and under direct instruction.

This is a physically demanding role and housekeepers will be on their feet. Housekeeping staff will be using a large wheeling cart to hold supplies, guest room housekeepers bring clean linen, bedding, cleansers, and all other necessary cleaning equipment to the rooms.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• To clean hotel rooms quickly, neatly, and efficiently.

• To ensure that guest room corridors are clean.

• To maintain neat and clean cart, equipment, storage rooms, and supplies.

• To maintain a friendly and approachable attitude towards guests and staff.

• To maintain a clean and professional appearance.

• To respect all hotel equipment and property and use with care to avoid unnecessary damage.

• Document any deficiencies, including mechanical and electrical problems from the guest’s rooms and report to the housekeeping supervisor.

• Label and submit all lost and found items to the housekeeping supervisor immediately.

• Complete all other duties as assigned.

• To ensure that all guest rooms, corridors, Public areas and heart of house areas are well maintained clean and tidy.

LANDSCAPING MANAGER

The Landscaping Manager plans and coordinates the work activities of the landscaping department, and oversees gardening and greenhouse operations, insect control, and grounds repairs.

Essential Duties:

• Work with resort management to develop working sketches for the refurbishment, improvement, or expansion of landscaped areas.

• Plan, schedule, assign, and supervise all landscaping activities, including but not limited to, seeding, weeding, cultivating, and general care of resort grounds.

• Plan and supervise cultivation, pruning, spraying, and transplanting of a wide variety of shrubs and trees.

• Prepare requisitions and distribute materials and equipment for grounds maintenance work.

Minimum Requirements:

• Five years’ experience as a groundskeeper with supervision responsibility for a grounds crew.

• Extensive knowledge of planting and vegetation maintenance, pesticide applications, and landscape design.

• Considerable knowledge of budgets and cost estimating of landscaping projects.

• Ability to lead a crew of workers and conduct training and informational sessions.

• Ability to maintain favorable relationships with management, crew, vendors and suppliers.

• Excellent communication and organization skills.

CHIEF STEWARD AND SOTREROOM MANAGER

Manages the Cleanest and Maintenance off all F&B equipment and Storerooms in use according to set standards and to ensure smooth functioning, customer satisfaction and high levels of sales and profits in line with company policies and regulations.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Accountable for the safeguarding of all F&B inventories to include protection against theft, waste and spoilage.

• Working closely with the culinary staff, storeroom manager is responsible for the timely communication of information regarding

unfavorable cost variances and internal control violations.

• Through implementation of policies and procedures maintain complete control over all food, beverage and general supply inventories in storage areas and outlets • Regularly provide management with recommendations to improve controls so as to optimize performance across the F&B environment.

• Maintain accurate system records and physical files.

• Individual must be able to demonstrate a solid working knowledge of computers by operating applications such as Windows, & Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel, Outlook etc.)

• Track daily/monthly requisitions from storage areas to departments.

• Provide detail back-up and obtain department head approvals for all inventory distributions • Orchestrate month end inventories in a timely fashion so as to accommodate deadlines for financial reporting.

• Daily review of all receiving logs and reports.

• Ensure orderliness, cleanliness and proper temperature and ventilation is maintained in storage areas.

• Prepare schedules for stewarding department staff and monitor workflow to ensure optimal performance is achieved while adhering to budgetary guidelines for labor.

• Previous experience in hotel kitchens a necessity • To set standards for cleaning procedures in line with company policies • To direct the stewarding staff to achieve a safe and hygienic environment

ACCOUNT PAYABLE/COST CONTROLLER

The Accounts Payable/Cost Controller is responsible for the accurate and timely payments to vendors, contractors and owners in order to maintain a quality relationship within the Company community and ensure vendor satisfaction. Responsible to provide management with timely expense and cash disbursement information needed to manage their respective departments and to efficiently manage cash flow.

REQUIREMENTS

• Analyze and maintain all vendor communication and correspondence including, but not limited to, reviewing and processing invoices and disbursements, preparing various reports, monitoring critical payment lists, verifying vendor statements, etc.

• Monitor AP aging to ensure payments are processed according to credit terms.

• Maintain purchase order systems which include a listing of open PO’s for goods received yet not invoiced, filing, notification of PO discrepancies, etc.

• Ensure the timely processing and payment of travel agent commission.

• Individual must be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of computers by operating basic applications (Windows, Microsoft Office application (i.e. Word, Excel etc.) as well as ability to learn software applicable for performing tasks of AP. • Must have at least 3 years experience with Agilysys Accounts Payable package • Must work well in stressful, high pressure situations, maintaining composure at all times.

• Must be willing to listen, understand, clarify and resolve the concerns or issues raised by co-workers, vendors, members and guests.

• Must have experience of physical inventory counts as these take place each month.

• 3 years prior experience in a similar position is required.

• Must have a college diploma in an associated field Closing July 31, 2014

Suitably qualified candidates should apply via email to Seven Stars at: hr@sevenstarsgracebay.com Candidates must possess relevant skill, experience, and a clean police record.

ONLY CANDIDATES MEETING MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS WILL BE CONTACTED.

August 2 - 8, 2014

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Casa Blanca Casino Deeks to employ:

1 Dealer

Must have 1-3 years experience Salary: $8.00 per hour

Marketing Director Type: Permanent Location: WIV/Caicos Television Holding Ltd.

Leeward Highway, Providenciales

Turks and Caicos Islands.

Scope:

You will have executive ownership of the process of ideation, innovation, analysis, planning and executing the development and maintenance of the profitable products; to be the guardian of the company’s brand equity and public image to all consumers, government and other stakeholders. You will be responsible for acquisition campaigns, brand and loyalty activity, ARPU enhancing activity, sponsorship, communications, and PR while leading and mentoring local teams.

You will need to be capable of directing all advertising and marketing communication activity for WIV in order to: • Effectively plan and allocate resources to drive different elements of the marketing mix while staying within budget. Identify psychographics of market segments; determine size of segments and relative profitability for Cable TV and Home Broadband penetration. Be the primary contact for commercial related interfaces with the media. Approve activities of PR, design and advertising agencies in relation to activities about the brand’s look, sound and feel in the press, other print media and on the electronic media including internet.

• The successful candidate will be expected to meet tight reporting deadlines and have a strong work ethics and will be involved in: • Strategic Planning & Budget Management - contribute to the management team’s strategic planning. Effectively plan and allocate resources to drive different elements of the marketing mix while staying within budget.

• Market Analysis/Forecasting/Marketing Mapping – identify psychographics of market segments; determine size of segments and relative profitability for Cable TV, broadcasting and Internet penetration Communication – primary contact for commercial related interfaces with the media.

Approve activities of, design and advertising agencies in relation to activities about the brand’s look, sound and feel in the press, other print media and on the electronic media including internet.

You will feel comfortable taking responsibility for acquisition campaigns, brand and loyalty activity, ARPU enhancing activity, sponsorship, communications, and PR. In order to be a successful in this position, you will hold a Marketing or Degree, with at least 5-6 years experience in brand management, equity building, and campaign development – ideally from a reputable Agency or in a Telecommunications environment (FMCG or hi-tech consumer background will also be considered). You will be proud of your track record of developing competitive campaigns under tight deadlines combined with your proven ability to meet or exceed growth in revenues/ARPU targets to meet business goals. Strong leadership and relationship management skills are required.

Ability to work under your own initiative and a willingness to relocate abroad in an international location.

In return, you will have the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, enterprising environment, where your skills will be valued and rewarded. WIV recognizes our staff and our management team are largely responsible for our success to date. WIV’s unique culture is driven by an entrepreneurial style encapsulated by all seasoned internal executives and industry experts with vast experience in building, expanding and marketing Cable TV, Broadcasting and Home Broadband services. We offer a very attractive and competitive salary and bonus package.

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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.

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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CARIBBEAN CUISINE

CHARLES MISSICK Is looking for a

Is looking for a

To work 5 days per week salary $5.00 per hour.

10158

contact: 241-0730

Domestic Worker

DISC JOCKEY

contact: 346-5941

contact: 341-2943

To work 5 days per week salary $5.00 per hour.

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

10160

labourer

Dolphin Bar

Bar Tender Must be willing to work 6 days per week

10217

PAMPERED PAWS is seeking a qualified person for the post of

LABOURER/GROOMING ASSISTANT/ KENNEL ATTENDANT • Experience is essential. No less than a minimum of five years consecutive and verifiable experience in grooming and animal behavior will be accepted. References will be required.

• Must be able to perform the following duties: • Read, write and speak the English language • Be prompt and ready to work when your shift starts 5:45am • Bathe dogs in preparation for grooming, including comb outs, brush outs, stripping, detangling, dematting and clipping • Must have knowledge of proper mixing and application of specific shampoos and conditioners • Must observe and notify groomer/ manager of ANY abnormalities on pet (i.e. Scabs, fleas, ticks, sores, anal gland issues, “hot spots”, skin conditions, eye infections, ear infections, or diarrhea • Must be able to de-tick manually and use chemicals safely and responsibly • Nail trimming and ear cleansing • Cleaning of animal quarters, both outside an inside, bathing area and grooming area • Laundering an drying towels and blankets • Cleaning of grooming equipment including but not limited to clippers, blades, scissors, tables, dental tools etc.

• Inventory control using Microsoft Excel and QuickBooks • Interaction with customers, friendly and pleasant attitude • Proper handling of transactions for payment of services • Feeding and watering of animals during business hours • Administration of prescribed medications • When handling of puppies, demonstrated use of proper decontamination techniques are used before entering and leaving runs • Clean up of fecal matter and spraying runs with disinfectants • Exercising and handling the animals • Reports to administration abnormalities with animals excrement, containment areas, security and condition • Cleaning of food and water containers using sanitary methods • Empty vacuum cleaner and clean filter when needed • Removal of solid waste at close of business everyday • Maintenance of grounds where the facility is located, i.e. Foliage control, reporting of water system leaks, removal of debris found, sweeping of walkways etc.

HEAVY LIFTING REQUIRED • Must have own transportation and be willing to transport animals in vehicle • Following direction • Must have own transportation and be willing to transport animals in vehicle • Following directions of administration as required Hourly rate starting at $6.00 per hour and will be based upon experience

Please send resume/CV to sharwind2002@yahoo.com or call Pampered Paws at 649-431-1119 between the hours of 7am-7pm Only qualified persons will be interviewed Turks Islanders will be given first preference.

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.

Call for viewing

241-1568

GUTTER’S EXPRESS Is looking for a

Metal Roof Technician Must be willing to work 6 days per week salary negotiable.

contact: 347-9104

10166

CASHIER, PUMP ATTENDANT and CLEANER POSITIONS AVAILABLE Applicants must be pleasant, honest, reliable and computer literate. Applicants must be willing to work on a shift basis, holidays, weekends and evenings.

Salary $6.00, $5.50 and $5.00 per hour respectively.

649 946 5625

R’S FOOD Is looking for a

supervisor

PETRO PLUS/CAICOS PETROLEUM

Is seeking to employ a

Please call 332-6364

House for rent

10151

Is looking for a

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Candidate must have at least 6 years experience in the retail trade or in related area. Advanced knowledge and skills in computer systems, most specifically QuickBooks Pro 2010, Microsoft Excel 2010, Microsoft Paint, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Publisher, Inventory Control Management.

Salary commensurate with experience

Send all applications to: P.O. Box 954 SMS Security Management Services

Is looking for

A Security Officer $5.50 per hour.

Contact: 431-6778

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Ocean Club Resorts

Is looking for qualified applicants for the following positions:

Gardener Janitor Labourer Gardening Supervisor All positions involve strenuous physical labour, which requires being able and willing to perform heavy lifting, and other physically demanding functions. Must be able to speak English fluently. Preference will be given to someone with previous resort experience.

All applicants must be able to present a clean Police Record if offered a position. Wage commensurate with experience. Individuals must be willing to work holidays and weekends on a flexible schedule dictated by business demands.

Please drop off resumes at the Ocean Club Front Desk to the attention of the Human Resource Manager, or via email to diane@oceanclubresorts.tc Only those receiving an interview will be contacted.

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Notice

The Physical Planning (Development Permission) Regulations, 1990 Regulation 7, Schedule 2 Applications.

An application registered PR:11946, for construction of Gas Station, Convenience Shop Building Developments have been submitted to the department of Planning for consideration of detailed development permission by Norway Five Ltd. The location is PARCEL 60801/12, which is on Leeward Highway Area of Providenciales.

Anyone wishing to make any representation(s) may do so in writing to the Director of Planning, South Base, Grand Turk or through the Department of Planning, Providenciales, within 28 days of the publication of this notice.

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Gold Jewelry Pawn Shop Is looking for a

Unskilled Labourer

Supervisor 10216

With excellent customer care focus.

Must be willing to work 6 days per week.

Salary $6.50 per hour.

Contact: 244-2907

Kiwi Connections Ltd.

$5.00/hr – Must be able to lift heavy material of 100lbs+. Must be able to work early morning and late evenings both on weekdays and weekends - with varying schedules Applications accepted from Belongers / Turks & Caicos Islanders Only

Call (649) 941-5613

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LABOURER / GARDENER

POSITIONS AVAILABLE

Please send applications to Savory & Co. Fax 946 4848, Email reception@savory-co.com

Contact: 343-0572 for more information

For a residential property in Providenciales. $6/ hr. Belongers only need apply.

3 Domestic Workers 1 Carpenter 3 Laborers 4 Gardeners 1 Cashier 1 Painter 1 Nail Artist

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Floral Designer

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

The Shore Club is now accepting applications/résumé for the following position.

Only highly self-driven & motivated, personable and professional individuals, whom have the desire to serve others, need apply:

Resort Internal and Finishes Manager

Call: 231-3788

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TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS GOVERNMENT

We require:

• Very strong Resort Internals & Finishes Manager that has the ability to manage the internal finishes packages on a 5 Star Resort.

• Must have 15-20 year’s experience in a similar role with a finishing trade’s background.

• Must have a history of delivering high end projects such as 5 Star Hotels/Resorts and Residential/ Commercial developments.

• Must have previous experience working with leading developers and must pay exceptional attention to detail. Must be able to make sure all works are completed to the highest level and manage any discrepancies. Must have leadership qualities to ensure the job is completed to the client's high standards • A proven track record in Construction Management is essential.

• Recent experience of working on high class finishing works is essential.

• Specific experience of working with high quality marble/tile and joinery finishes is essential.

• Previous relevant experience of working in the Caribbean is desired.

Primary Responsibilities/Requirements: • • • •

Management of Multiple Sub Contractors Pushing a Project team in execution of program, delivery and quality on site Ability to manage a team Determine the resources and participants required to achieve project goals including the selection and management of third party vendor • Establish and manage milestones and deliverables; proactively manage and communicate deviations from plan and develop contingency plans • Strong analytical skills and detail orientation • Ability to communicate effectively with team members and contractors who bring a wide range of disciplines to a project Applicants must have a willing, positive and personable attitude as well as be willing to work long hours, holidays and weekends. Turks & Caicos Islands citizens only need to apply to the Assistant Human Resources Manager, Sheena Smith at The Sands Resort located on Grace Bay Road, Providenciales or e-mail: humanresource@thesandstc.com. Deadline is August 11, 2014.

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VACANCIES The following vacancies currently exist within the Turks and Caicos Islands Public Service:

Director of the Department of Environment and Maritime Affairs

– Providenciales (Deadline: August 8, 2014) Salary: $49,333 per annum • The incumbent in this position will be responsible for enforcing all pertinent environmental, fisheries and maritime laws in TCI.

Director of Social Development and Gender Affairs

– Grand Turk (Deadline: August 6, 2014) Salary: $55,000 per annum • The incumbent in this senior position will be responsible for over-seeing the general day-to-day operations and strategic oversight for the entire Department. He/she will have to insure the efficient and effective provision of front line social work and gender -related services to the client population throughout the Turks and Caicos Islands.

Senior Crown Counsel Commercial/Civil

– Grand Turk (Deadline: August 1, 2014) Salary: $64,800 per annum • This professional position has system wide responsibility for providing accurate legal advice to the Government and efficient representation where necessary.

Interested persons are asked to visit www.gov.tc for job details and the application procedure.

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EL RANCHO RESTAURANT

El Rapido Water

Is looking for

Is seeking one

Labourer Waitress To work 5 days Labourer per week salary

Domestic worker

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contact: 343-4718

Must be willing to work 6 days per week.

Salary: $5.00 per hour.

Contact: 342-3733

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$5.00 per hour.

SUNRISE RENTALS We are currently seeking to employ persons to fill the position as

Rental Car Agent The applicant must be customer oriented and willing to work with little or no supervision • All applicants must possess a valid driver’s license • Must be computer literate • Belongers only need apply

Please email all application to: syrmondg@bayviewmotors.com Only qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview 10163

MILAGROS P. GARDINER A & M JEWELRY SHOP Is looking for a

JEWELRY REPAIRMAN to work 5 days per week salary $6.00 per hour.

contact: 346-4344

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HAIRTASTIC

STORE ATTENDANT Must be willing to work 6 days per week. Must be able to speak English, Creole and Spanish.

Salary $5.50 per hour

Contact: 344-1778

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domestic worker Applicant must be willing to work 7 days per week including weekends and holidays salary $5.50 per hour.

To work 5 days per week salary $6.00 per hour.

431-5723

Kendal Thomas

Labourer

241-9747 Salary $6.00 per hour Must be willing to work 6 days a week

JAMES PROSPER

MCKNIGHTS INTERNATIONAL LAW FIRM

labourer To work 5 days

DOMESTIC WORKER WANTED

Sales Clerk

per week salary $5.00 per hour.

Applicant must be honest, reliable and hard working. Salary $5.50 per hour.

Contact: 345-7512

contact: 242-8781

Contact: 941-2330 or email: peter@mcknights.tc

Acting on behalf of our clients: Faces and Finger, Hillview Boutique, Coyaba, Complete Construction is looking for the following persons:

Cosmetologist Labourer Sommelier Salary $6-$8 per hour.

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Is looking for a

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V.I.P. LOUNGE & BAR Is looking for 2

Electrician

Salary must commensurate with qualification.

Resumes can be faxed to 941-3425 and the Labour Department, Providenciales as soon as possible 10176

Kingsland Manchester Jamaica

bartender

Domestic Worker

WARD’S CONSULTANCY

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PROVO ELECTRIC

LAND FOR SALE 1/4 Acre Residential Lots

Is looking for a

contact: 341-3881

Domestic Worker Chef Kitchen Helper

Real Estate Board# DV/1136 Tel# 1-(876)-293-9433

NASTASHA CONSULTANCY

contact: 345-6858

HOLE IN THE WALL

Is looking for a

G-SPOT BAR

Acting on behalf of our clients looking to fill the following positions: National Colony Realty

Company is seeking to employ

• Belonger only need apply • Must be willing to work extended hours Salary $300. per week Fax: 649-941-8388 Application deadline August 1st,2014

FERMIN’S DELICACIES

NOBEL SECURITY

Hairdresser

cashiers Must be willing to work 6 days per week salary $5.00 per hour.

contact: 347-0591

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The Barber Shop Is looking for a

needed To work 6 days per week salary $5.50 per hour send resume to: Misick & Stanbrook Leeward Highway Providenciales Tel: 946-4732.

Fax 946-47340 Email info@ misickstanbrook.tc

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We are seeking suitable applicants to fill the following opening

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Cedric Selver Sr. Is seeking to employ 1

Is looking for a

Security Officer To work 6 days per week salary $5.50 per hour.

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contact: 231-6121

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Domestic

Barber Work

Salary: $150.00 per week.

Contact: 432-4166

Salary: $5.00 per hour.

Contact: 241-2316

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The Venetian Resort

Is looking for an

Job Responsibilities:

• Management of assurance and advisory engagements; • Management of associate staff; and • Preparation of management reports and other deliverables for clients.

Qualifications Required:

• Professional accounting designation (CA or CPA) is required; • Bachelors degree with business and accounting major; and • Minimum of 10 years experience with a professional accounting firm This position is immediately available. Salary for this position will be based on qualifications and experience. All applicants will be reviewed; however only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Upholster

Gardner/ Labourer To work 6 days per week salary $5.50 per hour. contact: (649) 941-3512

To work 6 days per week salary $6.00 per hour.

contact: 241-9105

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Professional Accountant

is looking for a

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Applicants should apply in writing or email by August 15th, 2014 to: WB Financial Management Ltd. PO Box 137, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands Email: info@wbfinancial.tc Fax: 649-941-7498

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TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS GOVERNMENT

VACANCIES The following vacancies currently exist within the Turks and Caicos Islands Public Service:

Director of the Department of Environment and Maritime Affairs

Job Responsibilities:

– Providenciales (Deadline: August 8, 2014) Salary: $49,333 per annum The incumbent in this position will be responsible for enforcing all pertinent environmental, fisheries and maritime laws in TCI.

Director of Social Development and Gender Affairs

• Preparation of financial statements and performance analysis for clients; • Management of a diverse client base and variety of engagement types; • Management of junior accounting staff; and • Preparation of management reports to be used by clients to improve their financial processes and overall business performance.

Qualifications Required:

– Grand Turk (Deadline: August 6, 2014) Salary: $55,000 per annum The incumbent in this senior position will be responsible for over-seeing the general day-to-day operations and strategic oversight for the entire Department. He/she will have to insure the efficient and effective provision of front line social work and gender -related services to the client population throughout the Turks and Caicos Islands.

Senior Crown Counsel Commercial/Civil

– Grand Turk (Deadline: August 1, 2014) Salary: $64,800 per annum This professional position has system wide responsibility for providing accurate legal advice to the Government and efficient representation where necessary.

Interested persons are asked to visit www.gov.tc for job details and the application procedure.

ACCOUNTING MANAGER

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• Professional accounting designation (CA, CMA, or CPA); • Minimum of 10 years post qualification experience in a senior accounting role; • Proficient in PC Law, Quickbooks, and Sage accounting systems; and • Positive attitude with ability to work as part of a team.

This position is immediately available. Salary for this position will be based on qualifications and experience. All applicants will be reviewed; however only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Applicants should apply in writing or email by August 15th, 2014 to: WB Financial Management Ltd. Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands Email: info@wbfinancial.tc Fax: 649-941-7498 Tel: 649-941-7299

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PROPERTIES FOR SALE OFFERS IN WRITING ARE INVITED FOR PURCHASE OF THE FOLLOWING PROPERTIES BEING SOLD BY PRIVATE TREATY UNDER POWERS OF SALE CONTAINED IN A MORTAGE

Blue Hills, Providenciales

1. Parcel 60504/130 Blue Hills & Stammer Run. Single-storey residential home 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a kitchen, living/dining room.

An incomplete commercial building near Millennium Highway.

Price $225K 1. Parcel 60003/18 North West and North Central.

Phase 1 Priton Home 3-bedrooms, 2-bathrooms, laundry room, a living/dining room area and kitchen.

Price $120K 2. Parcel 60003/114 North West and North Central.

Phase 1 Priton Home 3- bedrooms, 2-bathrooms, laundry room, living/dining room area and kitchen.

Price $100K 3. Parcel 60505/228 Blue Hills and Stamers Run. Single storey residence 3-bedrooms, 2-bathrooms, with a kitchen and dining area.

Price $180K 4. Parcel 60503/83 Blue Hills & Stamers Run. The lower level 3- apartments 1-bedroom, one bathroom, 1 living room and kitchen/dinning.

The upper level 3-bedrooms, 2-bathrooms, 1-living room, 1-dining room and kitchen.

Price $260K 5. Parcel 60003/101, Taurus Close Road, North West & North Central.

Phase 2 Priton Home 3-bedrooms, 1-bathroom, laundry room, living/dining room area and kitchen.

Price $140K 6. Parcel 60003/24 North West & North Central.

Phase 1 Priton Home 3-bedrooms, 1-bathroom, laundry room, living/dining room area and kitchen.

Price $125K 7. Parcel 60003/121 North West & North Central.

Phase 1 Priton Homes with 2-bedrooms, 1-bathroom, laundry room, living/dining room area and kitchen.

Price $170K 8. Parcel 60002/217 North West & North Central.

Phase 1 Priton Homes.

2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom living/dining room area and kitchen.

Listing Price $135K 9. Parcel 60002/150 North West & North Central.

Phase 2 Priton Homes.

3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom living/dining room area and kitchen.

Listing Price $150K

Chalk Sound Providenciales

1. Parcel 60400/172 Chalk Sound.

2-Storey residential home of 11 bedrooms, 10 bathrooms, 2

kitchens2 living rooms a dining room, office, study, pool and decks.

Price $700K

2. Parcel 60400/311 Chalksound.

2-storey residence 3-bedrooms, 2- bathrooms, 1- kitchen and dining area, Pool, Porch and Deck.

Price $535K

Grand Turk

1. Parcel 10409/51 East Suburbs. 2-storey residence.

Ground Level 1- bedroom and 1-bathroom.

2-storey section 1-living room, 1-kitchen, 1-bathroom, 3-bedrooms and a laundry room, patio and garage.

Price: $300K 2. Parcel 10404/183, Church Folly.

Unfinished 2.5- story building. Ground level - commercial open floor spacious area.

Upper Level- 3 residential units.

Listing Price $295K 3. Parcel 10409/56 East Suburbs.

Single storey dwelling. 3- Apartments each with 1-bedroom, 1- living/dining room, 1-bathroom and kitchen.

Price $230K 4. Parcel 10303/49 Central.

Single story dwelling 3- bedrooms, 1- Living/dining room, 1bathroom and kitchen.

Price $150K 5. Parcel 10401/115 East Suburbs.

Single storey dwelling, currently 2- Apartments: 1-bedroom & 2-bedroom 1-living/dining room 1-bathroom and kitchen.

Price $65K 6.

Parcel 10204/164 North Creek.

Single two story duplex. 2- Apartments each with 2-bedroom, 1- living/dining room, 2-bathroom and kitchen.

Price $350K

7.

Parcel 10409/198, Off Old Airport Road.

Two story duplex dwelling.

4- Apartments: Upper 1 apartment with 3-bedrooms, Lower 3 apartments with 1-bedroom.

Price $400K

North Caicos

1. Parcel 51203/29 Bottle Creek Central.

Single-story residential 4-bedrooms, 1-bathroom, 1-living room, 1-dining area and a kitchen.

Price $60K

INTERESTED PERSONS MAY CALL 232-3488 OR 339-7088 BETWEEN 9:00 AM AND 4:40 P.M. MONDAY TO FRIDAY

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Jacques Kallis, who retired from Test cricket in December, has now decided to end his one-day international career.

South Africa all-round cricketer Kallis retires from internationals South Africa’s Jacques Kallis has been praised by leading figures after retiring from international cricket.

The all-rounder, who retired from Test cricket in December, has now decided to end his one-day international career.

Kallis, 38, intends to continue playing Twenty20 cricket for Sydney Thunder and Kolkata Knight Riders.

Former India captain Rahul Dravid, speaking on the BBC’s Test Match Special, said Kallis was “the Garry Sobers of our generation”.

Kallis made his decision after scoring only five runs from his final three ODIs in Sri Lanka this month.

“I realised in Sri Lanka that my dream of playing in a World Cup was a bridge too far,” said Kallis. “Ï just knew on that tour that I was done. The squad that was in Sri Lanka is an amazing one and I believe they have a good chance of bringing the trophy home in March.”

Paul Collingwood, former England one-day captain, tweeted that Kallis “scored runs for fun, swung it both ways, could hit you in the head and had hands like buckets”.

Cricket South Africa chief executive Haroon Lorgat said: “South Africa has been blessed with one of the world’s greatest cricketing talents in Jacques Kallis.

“He is undeniably one of the greatest players ever to have graced our wonderful game and he has certainly been the Proteas’ standardbearer of excellence for nearly two decades.”

Former England captain Michael Vaughan also believes Kallis should be remembered as a modern great.

“You talk about Wasim Akram, Sir Ian Botham, Sir Garry Sobers - he is right up there with them,” said Vaughan.

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Nibali matches greats with Tour de France victory VINCENZO Nibali became only the sixth man in history to win all three of cycling’s major tours as he sealed victory in this year’s Tour de France on the Champs Elysees Sunday.

Nibali stayed out of trouble on the 137.5km stage from Evry, which was won by German sprinter Marcel Kittel of the Giant-Shimano team.

It left the 29-year-old Italian a commanding seven minutes 52 seconds ahead of runner-up Jean Christophe-Peraud with another Frenchman, Thibaut Pinot, in third.

Astana’s Nibali joins illustrious company by adding to his earlier triumphs in the Giro d’Italia and Tour of Spain.

Legends Eddy Merckx of Belgium, France duo Jacques Anquetil and Bernard Hinault, Nibali’s fellow Italian Felipe Gimondi and Alberto Contador of Spain are the only others to achieve the feat.

Contador was one of the favorites for this year’s race, but crashed out, as did reigning champion Chris Froome of Britain.

It left the way clear for Nibali, who served notice of his intentions with an audacious break to win the

Vicenzo Nibali celebrates his victory on the podium of the Tour de France in Paris.

second stage in Sheffield in England and gained more time on the cobbled fifth stage where Froome exited.

Nibali continued to dominate as the race went over the Alps and Pyrenees, winning three more stages to be a deserved winner after three grueling weeks.

Crossing the line with his teammates, he went straight to his wife and baby daughter to celebrate with his family.

“It’s the most important and the best moment, I never imagined it could feel this good because when you find yourself on this podium on the Champs Elysees, it’s unique,” said Nibali.

Ricardo Fulford Consultant Services on behalf of his clients: The Barber Shop

is seeking employment for the following:

1) Barber

Starting Salary is $6.00 per hour.

Interested candidate may contact 432-4166 for further details regarding employment.

Ricardo Fulford Contracting is seeking employment for the following:

1) Electrician 1) Gardener

Interested candidate may contact 346-1125 or email ricardofulford@gmail.com further details regarding employment.

Danny Buoys

is seeking employment for the following:

1) Labourer

Interested candidate may contact 431-8477 for further details regarding employment.

Interested candidate must contact the number advertise for further details regarding employment.

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“Now that I’m here it’s even better than I imagined.

I fought for this every day, I started building from a long way out with a winter preparation with the team because we had decided this was our objective.”

Kittel, the star of the early

stages of the Tour, used his raw sprinting power to match Nibali’s four wins this year, edging out Norway’s Alexander Kristoff with Ramunas Navardauskas of Lithuania third.

Peter Sagan of Slovakia finished ninth, but had already wrapped up the green jersey for points leader despite failing to win a stage on the 2014 Tour.

Kittel hinted he would be targeting green himself in future races.

“My goals won’t change in the future, especially at the Tour de France,”he told the official Tour de France website.

“I’ll go again for stage wins but I’m not a man of records.

I’ve said in the past and I repeat that the green jersey can become an option in the future.”

WI first-class competition now close to CPL format IN a major structural change in West Indies’ first-class cricket structure, the six regional teams will be able to select players from all over the region, and possibly even from overseas.

Whycliffe Cameron, the WICB president, said in a television interview that the changes - based on the recommendations of the Pybus Report - would bring a franchise structure to the regional first-class tournament, similar to that of the Caribbean Premier League. Last week, the WICB had already cut the first-class competition down to six teams by excluding Combined Campuses and Colleges.

“We are moving towards a structure where we are going to have players from all over the region playing for different teams,” Cameron said. “Effective August and September we are going to have players from all over the region and

potentially from outside the region who will be playing for these franchises and we are still going to call them Barbados, Jamaica and Trinidad.”

Among the recommendations made

by Richard Pybus, the WICB director, was also a draft system for first-class cricket. Under this system, each of the territorial boards will be allowed to retain and contract 10 players, with the rest of the region’s player pool going into a player draft for the teams to complete their 15-player squads.

“We have announced that coming this year, with the new professional structure, teams will be able to select the best players from around the region,” Cameron said. “It is an interesting point however that these teams are going to fall directly under the auspices of the territorial boards.” (ESPNCricinfo)

Bolt in conversation with Prince Harry and the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge earlier in the week. (Credit: PA)

Bolt says Games slur claims are ‘nonsense’ USAIN Bolt has described claims he made disparaging comments about the Commonwealth Games as “nonsense”.

The Times newspaper quoted the Olympic 100m champion as saying he was “not really” having fun in Glasgow.

Bolt said on Twitter: “I’m waking up to this nonsense… journalist please don’t create lies to make headlines”.

He later told reporters he thought the Games were “awesome”, but the Times said it was standing by its story.

The newspaper’s Scottish editor, Angus Macleod, said: “We stand by this story 100%.

We have utter confidence in this story.”

It is understood the reporter who wrote the story has “verbatim notes” of her

conversation with Bolt.

Bolt did not comment when asked about the Times article as he arrived at the SECC to watch Jamaica play New Zealand at netball.

The 27-year-old athlete appeared relaxed, posing for photographs and signing autographs before joining in with a Mexican wave.

As he left the venue, he shouted “awesome” to reporters who asked how he felt about the Games.

His manager, Ricky Simms, earlier told the BBC the newspaper allegations were “utter rubbish”.

Mr Simms added: “The atmosphere in and around the stadiums has been absolutely fantastic and I have absolutely no idea where these quotes have come from.”

Sabine Lisicki served at 131 mph to break Venus Williams’s 129 mph set at the 2007 US Open.

Lisicki hits fastest serve in women’s tennis GERMANY’S Sabine Lisicki hit the fastest recorded serve in the history of women’s tennis at 131mph during a first-round loss in Stanford, USA. The 2013 Wimbledon finalist hit the serve in the 11th game of the first set against Ana Ivanovic, who would go on to win the match 7-6 (7-2) 6-1.

Venus Williams had set the previous record of 129mph at the 2007 US Open.

“Well at least I broke the world record for fastest serve,” Lisicki said on Twitter after Tuesday’s match.

In Washington, British number one Heather Watson suffered a first-round exit at the Citi Open.

The 22-year-old from

Guernsey lost 6-3 1-6 7-6 (73) to Belgian Kirsten Flipkens, ranked nine places higher at 47 in the world.

Watson, who has risen from 113 in the world at the start of the year, won the doubles title in Baku last week but since Wimbledon has lost in the first round of singles in both Baku and Washington.

The fastest recorded serve in professional tennis was 163.4mph by Australian Sam Groth at a Challenger event in South Korea in 2012. The ATP does not officially recognise service speed records “because of the variance in radar guns”, but confirmed at the time that the Busan event used approved equipment. (BBC)

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Sports National Josh for Sports

Diverse topics of interest in summary SONIA “SUPERWOMAN” BIEN-AIME SOME years ago, I wrote a column on the exploits of Sonia Bien-Aime, a native TCI born superwoman.

At that time she was the general secretary of the TCI Football Association.

She was a very efficient, competent and dedicated sports administrator.

There is a true saying: “without vision, the people perish”.

Muhammad Ali once said: “If your mind can conceive it; and your heart can believe it - then you can achieve it.” I would like to add that when your mind conceives it and your heart believes it, it is then up to your committed actions to achieve it.

By Joshua Gardiner

These saying are attributed to Bien-Aime.

all

AMAZING VISION What amazes me most about this superwoman is that her vision boggles my wildest imagination. I wonder if she could have visualised that she would have been where she is today!

DEFYING LOGICS There is another saying that one should shoot for the stars, so that if by chance you attain the moon, you would have accomplished a lofty goal.

This icon of a lady missed the moon by millions of miles and ended up making landfall on Mars. I predict that for the next 100 years there will be no other TC Islander to achieve what she has.

This TC Islander did not only become the president of our national football association, she captured the attention, imagination, respect and confidence of the whole region and world—which is totally illogical. We are talking about CONCACAF and FIFA where she has been elected as

executive of these bodies.

COLUMBUS A SCHOOL CHILD This lady makes Christopher Columbus look like a school child. She has connections throughout the world. Sonia is also an inspiration to not only the TCI, but the entire region.

Congratulations superwoman, make haste and get that football stadium built.

JUDITH ROBINSON Ms. Robinson, I do not envy you for the seat in which you sit. There are certain persons who envy you and will do anything to destabilise your accomplishments and vision.

Cover your back at all times. After you help us get into the Olympics, you need

to move on like Sonia the superwoman.

Imagine we have weights collecting rust when the athletes so badly need them.

The portable high jump pits have been totally destroyed— left to the mercy of the elements.

It will cost thousands of dollars to replace. Good luck!

DELANO WILLIAMS’S MOTHER I’m appealing to all you sports fans to let your voices be heard. It is totally wrong for Delano’s mother, who has been living here for 31 years to not be given her belonger TCI status.

We all know what her son has done for the image of this country. Without further ado, I say give the lady her status.

USAIN BOLT It is interesting to note that the lightning Bolt is only running the 4X100M relay at the Commonwealth Games, while recovering from past injuries.

YOHAN BLAKE It is totally unfortunate that Blake “the Beast” is out for the rest of the year, requiring surgery to his hamstring.

CINDERELLA KISHCO The Cinderella team of TCI cricket Kishco finally won a championship title. They put on everything gold and soundly defeated Quality Super Kings in the TCICA T20 final last Sunday.

So long, Love Josh

Judge: Clippers sale can go forward SHELLY Sterling says she can finally get some rest now that it looks like she will be able to sell the Los Angeles Clippers for $2 billion.

But Donald Sterling’s lawyers say this is just one battle in a war their client wants to continue waging.

It appears, however, they are losing the war to keep the franchise Donald Sterling has owned for more than 30 years.

A California probate judge ruled Monday that a deal to sell the NBA team for a league-record price can move forward.

Judge Michael Levanas tentatively ruled in favor of Shelly Sterling, saying the estranged wife of Donald Sterling acted properly in removing her husband from the trust that owns the NBA team and in winding up the affairs of the trust.

The sale can go forward regardless of any appeals, Levanas said.

And Donald Sterling will appeal, his attorneys said.

“His reaction is very calm.

He didn’t see this as the final

battleground. This is one stage of a long war,” Bobby Samini said.

The ruling is expected to become final in about 10 days, after Donald Sterling’s lawyers are allowed to enter their objections to the judgment.

CNN legal analyst Sunny Hostin said it is unlikely that Sterling’s lawyers will succeed if they appeal the final ruling. Appellate courts are very reluctant to overturn a probate judge’s decision on the facts, she said.

NBA PLEASED Former Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer has agreed with Shelly Sterling to buy the Clippers for a league record $2 billion.

“We are pleased that the court has affirmed Shelly Sterling’s right to sell the Los Angeles Clippers to Steve Ballmer,” the NBA said through spokesman Mike Bass. “We look forward to the transaction closing as soon as possible.”

Pierce O’Donnell, an attorney for Shelly Sterling,

A number of the LA Clippers’ players and their coach have promised to boycott the season if Donald Sterling remains the owner of the team next season.

said they hoped to have the sale completed by August 13.

“This is going to be a good thing for the city, for the league, for my family, for all of us,” said Shelly Sterling, who added she will still be sitting courtside next season.

“And come see the Clippers next year!”

She called Ballmer the “best new owner that anybody could ever find.”

She said that she hadn’t slept well for two months.

“I’m just glad it’s over,” she said.

MENTALLY INCAPACITATED Shelly Sterling was within her rights to remove her husband from the trust under which each Sterling had owned 50% of the team, the judge agreed.

She became sole trustee in May after two doctors determined Donald Sterling was mentally incapacitated.

In April, Donald Sterling,

80, 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 banned Sterling for life, fined him the maximum $2.5 million and moved toward terminating the Sterlings’ ownership rights in the franchise.

Donald Sterling, in turn, sued the league for $1 billion for alleged antitrust violations

in its handling of the matter.

Samini said they would switch their focus to this case.

Sterling also is suing Shelly Sterling 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.

Donald Sterling revoked the family trust in June, and the lawsuit contends that the move reverted the Clippers back to his sole ownership and therefore Shelly Sterling has no power or right to sell the team. All the stock for the franchise was issued in his name, court documents said.

Donald Sterling has said he will never sell the Clippers.

The NBA Board of Governors, a group of the league’s 30 owners, will also have to approve the sale for it to go through.

Donald Sterling bought the Clippers in 1981 for about $12 million and is the longesttenured owner in the NBA. (CNN)

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TCIFA will continue to focus on youth development – says football president Bien-Aime TCIFA’s new president Sonia BienAime will not stray far from the goals of the former administration in which she was a pillar. In fact she will look to enhance most of their objectives.

Bien-Aime, who became the first female football president in the region, and only one of two current female heads in FIFA, was graceful in her acceptance speech after winning the elections last Monday.

In her speech the former general secretary of the association said she was thankful for support from both her biologic family and her football family, while she promised to put her best foot forward in serving the sport at the highest level.

The FIFA and CONCACAF Executive Committee member pointed out that high on her agenda would be to continue the youth developmental programmes which she said were pivotal to improving our senior teams. Bien-Aime will also look to: “continue coaching education, as more qualified coaches should translate into better players. I have plans to continue our work on our facility, to get increased seating, to have it secured so that we can possibly earn revenue from games.”

With her contacts the new football chief will also continue the development of beach soccer and futsal which can become fruitful tourism products.

EXCEPTIONAL JOB Bien-Aime will only wear a new hat, since she has been instrumental in the growth of the sport at the administrative level over the last few years. That growth has not gone unnoticed.

CONCACAF head Jeffrey Webb was hearty in his praises for the TCIFA. Both Bien-Aime and former president Chris Bryan were praised.

Webb pointed out that his first international relations responsibility was to the TCI in 1995 (tasked with assisting the TCI to become a member of the CFU, CONCACAF and FIFA); almost two decades later he is pleasantly surprised with the development.

“To come to the Turks & Caicos almost 20 years later, and to witness what I’ve seen in terms of the growth, to see your centre of excellence, your academy, 65 young female football players playing football in a football festival, to, of course witness the healthy state of football in Turks & Caicos, exceptional financial reporting, exceptional annual reporting – all I can say is please allow me to give you all a round of applause for an exceptional job.”

To Bryan he said: “Chris, there are not many leaders like you – not only in the Caribbean, but also the world. The level of growth that we

TCIFA Executive Committee, L to R: Alvin Parker, Exco Member; Norman Hamilton, Executive Director 1; Candace Hanchell, Executive Director 3: Paula Garland, Executive Director 2; Sonia Bien-Aime, TCIFA President; Chris Bryan, outgoing TCIFA President; Tamara Hall, Exco Member; Paul Slattery, TCIFA First Vice President; and Oliver Smith, TCIFA Second Vice President.

have seen in Turks & Caicos, and the professionalism that we have seen in the football family here, the level of maturation throughout the time, the development plan, your focus so hard on development, you stick to your task, you set your goals and your objectives. This is commendable.”

He called Bien-Aime exceptional; “I cannot think of no one who has elevated herself, who have lived with such incredible character, trust and transparency throughout her entire life.”

CONCACAF approved a position for a female. He said in all likelihood in May 2015 Sonia will stand for

election thereby becoming a full member, the first female member of CONCACAF.

MORE GLORY Webb noted that recently in Brazil,

TCICA T20 cricket:

Devassy’s half century leads Kishco to title A man-of-the-match performance by Smijo Devassy propelled underdogs Kishco to a six-wicket win over defending champions Quality Super Kings in the final of the TCI Cricket Association T20 competition.

Kishco had suffered a humbling defeat earlier in the season to the Kings, but at the Downtown Ball Park, memories of that defeat were wiped out. Just like in their earlier encounter the Kings batted first (after winning the toss), but unlike their 172-4 then they could only muster 118 runs before they were bowled out with 11 balls to spare in front of a sizable crowd on Sunday last.

Sheldon Henry showed his allround capabilities with a top score of 34 (4X4s and 1X6), while Kareem Jack was in boundary mode with five fours in his 24, but with wickets tumbling at regular intervals the Kings had to labour for their runs.

Lloyd Lynch, who has had a good spell with the ball this season, led Kishco’s attack with 3-21 from three overs while Sanjay Fatnani and Pawan Kumar, bowling at just about

The tournament unearthed a number of talented female basketball players.

PABA Summer tournament spurs female basketball

The 2014 TCICA T20 cricket champs Kishco.

four runs per over, finished with two wickets each.

When Kishco batted they had a mental photo of being bowled out for 86 in 13 overs in the previous clash, but with sensible stroke play the eventual winners just lost four

wickets en route to 119-4 in 17.1 overs. Devassy hit nine fours and a six in his score of 62 while Skipper Anton Das, who played his part in the semi-finals (81*), added 14.

Henry and Sabuton John finished with two wickets each.

TCI young female ballers were given a chance to showcase their skills last weekend when the Provo Amateur Basketball Association (PABA) held its Summer Tournament at the Gus Lightbourne Sports Complex court.

The tournament, which was designed to encourage female interest and participation in the sport, had two teams battling in a best-inthree series. In the end the Clement Howell Lady Eagles won 2-1 over the BWIC Lady Spartans.

The real winner was however female basketball as the girls showed a renewed interest in the sport.

Three overseas based students competed: Karien Penn, Kalaya Penn and Lynisia Gardiner. Karien was named the MVP of the tournament after she finished with eight boards, four points and four steals in the final win. Athlete Sanadia Forbes finished

as the top scorer for the BWIC with five points and seven boards; she was supported by Crystal Sterling (five points, three rebounds).

The Summer Tournament also had five male teams battling for glory. In the end the TCIPS claimed the spoils.

Playing the undefeated Maranatha Blizzards in the final they won 4233 with Darly Francois leading the attack with a MVP performance (19 points, seven rebounds, five steals and two assists). He was supported by Javardo Smith (eight points and 12 boards). Trevion Penn led Maranatha with 10 points, five rebounds and two steals.

TCIPS had lost to the Blizzards in the preliminary round, while they had defeated Clement Howell High School and BWIC to advance. Along with the TCIPS the Blizzards had also defeated Wesley Methodist.

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Ifeanyi Otuonye (right) and Angelo Garland at the Games.

Some of the TCI participants and officials in Scotland. (Photo from TCI Government Office)

2014 Commonwealth Games:

Otuonye did not get “desired distance” despite breaking national record

– Missick jumps 2.11M – Francois hopes to inspire future weightlifters IFEANYI Otuonye left the jump pit of the 2014 Commonwealth Games grateful, but unsatisfied.

He had just broken the TCI national long jump record again, but the determined sportsman still felt he had more in him to push further.

The US University based multitalented athlete jumped 7.16M in his first attempt, while in his second he leaped to the new record of 7.47M— surpassing his previous best of 7.43M. In his third jump he reached 7.37M. “I’m still kind of bummed because I know what I’m capable of and because of minor errors I wasn’t able to get the desired distance today,” Otuonye told the Weekly News after his jump. He nevertheless was thankful to God for an injury free competition and was grateful to finish with the new record.

Ifeanyi’s record breaking exploits in the sand was the most important (up to deadline) by our squad in Scotland currently competing in the 2014 Commonwealth Games.

HIGH JUMP Kivarno Handfield who had shown massive potential earlier this season had an ankle problem and could not get past the 2.06M mark in the high jump. National record holder Domanique Missick (national record at 2.20M) got past the 2.06 mark in his first attempt, the 2.11M again in his first attempt, but he failed twice and 2.16M before he used his third and final

attempt unsuccessfully to clear 2.20M in the hope of advancing.

what I realised and what everyone was telling me is that I’m tired.

Physically I felt good, mentally I felt good, but when your body is tired it’s going to tell you. This is similar to what happen to me at Regionals.”

TIRED GARLAND Angelo Garland who mesmerised fans earlier this year with record breaking performances for both the TCI and his university the Texas A&M – Corpus Christi said he was tired. The 400M runner who clocked 46.82s in May could only reach 48.6s (his slowest 400M this season).

“My run didn’t go as plan. I mean mentally I was prepared and all, but

DEVASTATING WIND 200M athlete Wadly Jean had a good start in his 200M heat, but as he turned the curve he was greeted by the UK wind. Jean, who said it was “cold and windy”, ran 22.26s. His PB in the event is 21.78s. The other 200M athlete youngster Courtney Missick reportedly suffered a slight injury which prevented him from running the 200M.

TCI were also expected to take part in the 4X400M relay with veteran 400M runners Otuonye and Garland teaming up with Jean and Missick (although both high jumpers were also listed to compete in the event).

PROMOTING WEIGHTLIFTING Weightlifter Michael Francois told the media in Scotland that he went to Commonwealth Games to promote weightlifting in the TCI. Although he did not do well in the 94KG category the self-declared “strongest policeman in TCI” was happy.

“I felt good during the competition,

I’m happy with my results, I didn’t train for the Games,” he said.

“I lift weights every day but I’m entering the weightlifting competition only to promote the sport in my country.”

“I am the strongest policeman on the Turks,” Francois declared to the media. “I believe the criminals are afraid of me. Whenever there’s trouble, who do you think they’re going to call? Me. “Just at the start of July we had to do a drug bust. So they called me and I fought the dealer, kept him on the ground and took away his drugs.

“Don’t worry, there is no crime because I’m there.”

Caribbean Amateur Golf Championships:

TCI to compete in four divisions THE Turks and Caicos Islands will compete in four divisions when the 2014 Caribbean Amateur Golf Championships are held from Sunday in Puerto Rico.

Eleven players including four new faces are scheduled to compete in the annual tournament. The all-male team will compete for the Hoerman Cup (Open), the Ramon Baez (Mid-Amateur 35-years and older), the Francis and Steel Perkings (senior 50-and-over) and the Higgs and Higgs (Super Seniors Over-55) divisions.

President of the TCI Golf Association Fraser Dods said that our strength would be in the older age categories.

“The TCI team will hope to be most competitive in the Super Senior and Senior divisions. The Open competition (Hoerman Cup) will be contested by PR and the Dominican Republic, where the golf programmes are very strong and many of the players at the CAGC’s from those countries will be men who have been or are currently playing collegiate golf on scholarship in the USA.” Nevertheless the game of golf is unpredictable and a pumped up

group of players will look to make their mark on the tournament. New players Peter Waltz, Paul Quinn and Dale Hodgkins will join Captain Rodney Lavard and Terry Erskine in the Open Division team while Dods will partner with Will Shoreman in the Mid-Amateur division. Another new face Jim Gefucia and one of TCI’s most prolific club winners JP Srinark will compete in the Senior division whereas veterans Rick Sanmiya and Graham Malyan will do battle in the Super Senior division.

The national golfers are sponsored

by Bordier Bank and Provo Golf Club.

JP Srinark will lead TCI’s charge in the 50and over division.

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