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Alabama Shakes ready to rock at Grammy Awards

LOS ANGELES — Brittany Howard of Alabama Shakes remembers being a nervous, fresh-faced, first-time nominee at the Grammys back in 2013.

“It was all (like), ‘Well, what’s going to happen. What? Ahhh, it was really stressful. What is this?

What do I do? Go here, go there; Staples Center. What?’ “ Howard recalled in an interview Friday.

She, and her band, are back at the Grammys three years later, competing for four honors, including album of the year for their sophomore effort, “Sound & Color.”

And they mean business.

“Now, it’s like, I’m used to this and this is going to be cool. I’m going to be less stressed out. In the commercial breaks, I’ll get to talk to more people. I’m not afraid to say hello and things like that,” she said. “I’m going to use this as a

huge opportunity to try to meet all my heroes.”

The show, airing live on Monday in Los Angeles, will include performances from Adele, Kendrick Lamar, Taylor Swift, Rihanna and more. Lady Gaga will pay tribute to David Bowie, while members of the Eagles, along with Jackson Browne, will remember the band’s founding member, Glenn Frey.

Alabama Shakes will also perform at the Staples Center, and the band was busy Friday rehearsing “Don’t Wanna Fight,” which is nominated for best rock song and rock performance. “Sound & Color,” which debuted at No. 1 last year, is also up for best alternative

music album.

“I’m proud of the guys,” Howard said of her bandmates. “We all worked really hard on this and put all of our love and creativity into it and it’s nice to get recognized. To be nominated is actually a huge honor; I know it sounds cliché, but it is when you think about who’s voting for you.”

Her competition in the rock category includes more women than men — a rarity for the genre at the Grammys. Florence Welch of Florence + the Machine, singer Elle King and the band Wolf Alice — led by Ellie Rowsell — also earned nominations.

“All the women are out here working just as hard as the guys and proving this is our world, too. We got this,” Howard said. “I’m proud of all the ladies getting nominated and maybe seeing some awards.” (ap)

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One of the slump area in Denpasar. According to Indonesian Vice President, Jusuf Kalla, the social gap in many area is worrying.

BFFs no more: Kanye West, Taylor Swift feud over his ‘Famous’ song

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A combination photo shows singer Taylor Swift (L) in Greenwich, London on February 25, 2015 and Kanye West in Los Angeles, California on August 30, 2015. Looks like Taylor Swift and Kanye West are never, ever getting back together. Just six months after two of the biggest names in music publicly put a long-running feud behind them, the “1989” pop star and the rapper have fallen out again over West’s claim in a new song that he made Swift famous.

NEW YORK - Looks like Taylor Swift and Kanye West are never, ever getting back together.

Just six months after two of the biggest names in music publicly put a long-running feud behind them, the “1989” pop star and the rapper have fallen out again over West’s claim in a new song that he made Swift famous.

“I feel like me and Taylor might still have sex, I made that bitch famous,” rapped West, while unveiling his new single “Famous” on Thursday to an online audience of some 20 million.

The fallout came four days ahead of the Grammy awards ceremony in Los Angeles, where Swift has seven nominations and will be the opening performer. West has four nominations.

West’s new song referred to an infamous 2009 MTV Video Music

Awards (VMA) incident in which he snatched the microphone from Swift during her acceptance speech and declared that Beyonce should have won.

West, who is married to reality television star Kim Kardashian, and Swift put that to rest at the VMA show in August when she presented him with an lifetime award and praised his talents. West later sent Swift dozens of white roses and she called him her BFF (Best Friend Forever).

West said on Friday that Swift, whose “1989” album was the world’s best seller in 2014, had approved the lyrics to “Famous.”

“I did not diss Taylor Swift and I’ve never dissed her,” West said in a string of Twitter postings. He tweeted that Swift came up with the idea for the song and that she thought the line “was funny and gave her blessings.”

But the country-turned-pop star

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denied it and called West a misogynist.

“Kanye did not call for approval, but to ask Taylor to release his single ‘Famous’ on her Twitter account,” Swift’s representative said in a statement. “She declined and cautioned him about releasing a song with such a strong misogynistic message. Taylor was never made aware of the actual lyric, ‘I made that bitch famous.’”

Swift’s brother, Austin Kingsley Swift, responded to the song by posting an Instagram video of himself throwing a pair of West’s Yeezy brand of sought-after fashion shoes into the trash.

West is due to perform on TV sketch show “Saturday Night Live” this weekend to promote his new album “The Life of Pablo.” It was not clear on Friday whether he would attend the Grammys on Monday. (rtr)

Social gap alarming: VP Kalla

JAKARTA - Vice President M. Jusuf Kalla has said that the social gap among communities in Indonesia has reached such an alarming level that the government must pay attention to it.

“In general, the nation is facing a gap which has become a yellow light for all of us. Meaning, it should be corrected,” the Vice President said when opening the Indonesian Property Expo at the Jakarta Convention Center, Saturday.

In urban areas, the social gap is

widening, while in rural areas it is narrowing, he added. One of the indicators of the social gap in cities is property ownership.

“In rural areas, it (the gap) is not too visible, as everyone has almost similar houses. But in cities like Jakarta, poverty is in fact visible,”

he said.

The property disparity is seen in certain areas of Jakarta where luxurious houses are located, while in river banks, there are people living in crowded slum areas, he added.

The state-owned bank BTN, the National Housing Company (Perumnas), and private property developers could provide adequate houses for the community, he

hoped.

“There will be a government regulation regarding this for a wise and proper implementation. The government wants to see a balanced and even growth,” he said. The government will improve policies and economy to curb the social gap, he said.

“A grave social gap in public housing is happening. It should be corrected, or otherwise it will cre-

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ate serious social problems to this nation,” Kalla stated.(ant) News can also be heard in “Bali Image” at Global Radio FM 96.5 from 9.30 until 10.00 am. Listen to Global Radio FM at http:// globalfmbali.listen2myradio.com or live video streaming at http://radioglobalfmbali.com and http:// ustream.tv/channel/global-fm-bali.

Govt gives discretion to foreign investors

Local entrepreneurs will lose start

Denpasar - Economic Policy Package X includes opening the opportunities for foreigners to own 100 percent of shares in 35 areas of business. One of them is in tourism business that so far becomes the backbone of Bali’s economy. On the one hand,

this policy is indeed to encourage the progress of investment considered to remain sluggish. But on the other hand, Bali in particular should be cautious because it relies on culture as the attraction of tourism.

“We have to be careful because tourism in Bali is unique, non-standard and different from the other tourism. Bali tourism is cultural

tourism, and only Balinese people better know about Balinese culture.

So, the outsiders are just connoisseurs and uncertain to carry out. In other words, when applying international or national standards, it is worried not to comply with the local uniqueness owned,” said Chairman of the Bali House of Representatives, Nyoman Adi Wiryatama, in

Denpasar, Friday (Feb. 12).

Adi added that this policy will also greatly impact on local businesses because local entrepreneurs do not have big capital like foreign entrepreneurs. When analogized to a sprint, the local entrepreneurs are likely to lose start far behind. In other words, the foreign investment allowed to get much freedom will

not benefit local entrepreneurs.

“It’s impossible to start equally.

Foreign entrepreneurs have more advanced preparation. We need to think this in the future how local entrepreneurs can implement local culture and do something,” he explained.

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Adi asserted that thinking in the form of studies are needed to address the policy of central government. Do not let Bali with many sacred places are blocked by foreign businessmen. The culture becoming the driving force of tourism must go hand in hand as it is.

“This culture must run as it is but travelers can enjoy it, so that the enjoyers may not bother the ceremonies. Bali is not for travelers, but travelers for Bali. Culture must be put forward and after that travelers can enjoy,” he said.

The Head of the Bali Investment and Licensing Office, Ida Bagus Made Parwata, said that in the Law No. 25/2007 is mentioned that the government cannot provide different treatment in licensing services for foreign investment (FDI) and domestic investment. Nevertheless, his office must still prioritize domestic investments.

“The logic is like this, if it poses

foreign investment, the profits will flow out of the country as well. But if they are all domestic investments, the profits will go round the country and it is much more profitable.

But when the domestic investment cannot meet investment needs, we are looking for foreign investment.

However, the treatment to them should not discriminate,” he said.

Parwata added that his office has encouraged the increasing number of investments in Bali especially in the areas experiencing economic slowdown such as North Bali, West Bali and East Bali. Various facilities for investors have also been set forth in the regional bylaw draft on the Provision of Incentives and Investment Facility for Investor and the Public currently being verified in the Minister of Home Affairs.

“It has been set forth so that it can motivate or stimulate foreign and domestic investment to invest in Bali. The facilities include licensing as well as fiscal and non-fiscal incentives. In terms of fiscal, they may get tax relief especially taxes or levies,” he explained. (kmb32)

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The 11th Sanur VIllage Festival

Set for 24-28 August 2016 at Maisonette Area, Inna Grand Bali Beach

After a phenomenal one decade of the event, Sanur Village Festival (SVF) hits it’s 11th year and will happen from August 24-28, 2016 in Mainsonette Area, Inna Grand Bali Beach, in sunny Sanur Bali bringing the theme Tat Twam Asi. As one of the largest community events in Bali, the event attracted more than 80 thousand spectators last year. Showcasing more than 100 performances across the 5 day event, there is no doubt the program will be amazing this year.

With more details coming up these coming 2 months, there is something special planned, we are Statue, one of the product of small industry in Bali

Mangupura - A tourist from South Africa, Gerhard Engel, 42, was killed on Jalan Batu Bolong, Canggu, North Kuta, Friday (Feb. 12). Initially Gerhard rode motorcycle and lose balance on arrival at the scene and plunged into a ditch.

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ing the beach, reforestation, baby turtle release, surfing competition, jukung competition, fruit and ice carving, cultural parade, fishing tournament, photo competition, and golf tournament.

“The festival will always be

community driven and celebrates the society, therefore it is truly the icon event people look forward to every year,” says IB Gede Sidharta Putra, better known as Gusde, founder of SVF, “This year’s event will be bigger and more festive with

new and old programs loved by all the visitors.

This summer come in from all over the world to enjoy some warm weather, good food and fun for the whole family this August in sunny Sanur.

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Motorcycle flung into ditch, a foreigner killed in Kuta

Muslim activists display posters during a protest against Valentine’s Day in Jakarta, Indonesia, Sunday, Feb. 14, 2016.

Dozens of activists staged the protest calling on Muslims to avoid the celebration of the western holiday, saying that it’s against Islamic teachings and could lead to forbidden sexual relations.

highlighting two major events tied in together with the SVF, the Bali International Triathlon that has recently moved venue from Jimbaran to Sanur and The World Heritage Forum, both scheduled in August.

Then we add a the iconic activity favorites such as food festival, Small Medium Enterprise (SME) bazaar, and musical performances by national and local artists, International Kite Festival, body painting, and many more fun social events to make SVF an unforgettable experience that keeps the Sanur community buzzing all year long. Other favorites that visitors can enjoy among them are clean-

“The victim works as a photographer and stays on Jalan Brawa Gang Jalak, North Kuta,” said Chief of North Kuta Police, I Wayan Arta Ariawan.

As testimony of witnesses, added the police chief, around 04:00 in the morning, the victim was riding a motorcycle and moving from the south.

On arrival at the scene precisely in front of a restaurant the victim was unable to control the pace of his motorcycle. Allegedly the victim rode his motorbike at high speed. As a result, the victim along with his motorcycle crashed into the ditch and hit the wall of the east side.

“The victim died at the scene. Then, the victim’s body was taken to Badung Hospital. The case was already handled by traffic accident affairs of the Badung Police,” he said. (kmb36)

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Balinese Temple Ceremony

Every Temple and Shrine has a special date for it annual Ceremony, or “ Odalan “, every 210 days according to Balinese calendar, including the smaller ancestral shrine which each family possesses. Because of this practically every few days a ceremony of festival of some kind takes place in some Village in Bali. There are also times when the entire island celebrated the same Holiday, such as at Galungan, Kuningan, Nyepi day, Saraswati day, Tumpek Landep day, Pagerwesi day, Tumpek Wayang day etc.

The dedication or inauguration day of a Temple is considered its birth day and celebration always takes place on the same day if the wuku or 210 day calendar is used. When new moon is used then the celebration always happens on new moon or full moon. The day of course can differ the religious celebration of a temple lasts at least one full day with some temple celebrating for three days while the celebration of Besakih temple, the Mother Temple, is never less than 7 days and most of the time it lasts for 11 days, depending on the importance of the occasion.

The celebration is very colorful. The shrine are dressed with pieces of cloths and sometimes with brocade, sailings, decorations of carved wood and sometimes painted with gold and Chinese coins, very beautifully arranged, are hung in the four corners of the shrine. In front of shrine are placed red, white or black umbrellas depending which Gods are worshipped in the shrines.

In front of important shrine one sees, besides these umbrellas soars, tridents and other weapons, the “umbulumbul”, long flags, all these are prerogatives or attributes of Holiness. In front of the Temple gate put up “Penjor”, long bamboo poles, decorated beautifully ornaments of young coconut leaves, rice and other products of the land. Most beautiful to see are the girls in their colorful attire, carrying offerings, arrangements of all kinds fruits and colored cakes, to the Temple. Every visitor admires the grace with which the carry their load on their heads.

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DENPASAR – Trend on purchasing low cost green car (LCGC) in Bali increase during 2015. LCGC market size in Bali, said Sales Manager Greator Jabodetabek Datsun Indonesia, Indra Yanto, reaching around 8 percent.

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The Queen of the Nice Carnival 2016’s float parades during the 132nd Nice carnival parade, Saturday, Feb. 13, 2016, in Nice, southeastern France. The Carnival celebrates this year the “King of Media”.

NICE-The main winter event on the Riviera is one of the largest carnivals in the world, offering a programme of unforgettable entertainment from 13th to 28th February 2016. The carnival processions, comprising

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16 floats work their way up to a crescendo of gigantic celebrations on the Place Masséna.

These giant, colourful parades take place day and night, with entertainment provided by over 1,000 musicians and dancers

from across the world. In a unique setting, on the Promenade des Anglais, the elegant “flower battles” are part of the carnival not to be missed. On floats decorated with the most stunning floral compositions,

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extravagantly dressed characters throw out mimosas, gerberas, and lilies into the public. For over 15 days, the city hums to the rhythm of this genuine, fairytale event. Get a passport for the celebration and let the magic do

The market potential of LCGC in Bali, said Indra, make PT. Nissan Motor Indonesia (NIM) as producer of Datsun, decided to focus more in Bali. “We see the market potential in Bali still high,” he said.

Datsun in 2014 had issued two variants of LCGCs, Datsun GO (two-row passengers) and Datsun GO+ (three-row passengers). He said the response on these two variants in Bali has been quite positive. Since its launch, sales of these two products reach about 100 units per month, dominated

by Datsun GO+.

“In terms of market size, LGCG reach about 500-600 units per month and Datsun market share around 12 percent,” he said.

For 2016, he is optimistic Datsun to sell about 160 units per month. He argued there are several areas, like Singaraja,

Karangasem, and Tabanan, still not targeted to the fullest. “Currently, the largest consumer Datsun comes from Denpasar and Badung, with majority are first-car buyer,” he said.

To appreciate Bali’s consumers, said Indra, NIM held “Datsun Carnival” on Sunday (7/2). There was variety of entertainments in the carnival that held for the first time in Indonesia.

Datsun Day presents a variety of entertainment for families that were divided into three specific areas; Father Zone (for men and fathers); Mother Zone (for women and mothers); as well as the Kids Zone (for children).

Each family member is free to choose a variety of exciting and educational activities such as, beauty class, drawing and coloring competition, entertainment from local artist, Nanoe Biru. (kmb18)

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Datsun Day presents a variety of entertainment for families that were divided into three specific areas; Father Zone (for men and fathers); Mother Zone (for women and mothers); as well as the Kids Zone (for children).

Chinese tourist killed by waves on Lembongan Beach

its work. Come and forget the dullness of winter and take in the sun on the French Riviera!

The Carnival “King of Media” will show his fans that he has more than one string to his bow!

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The King of the Nice Carnival 2016’s float parades during the 132nd Nice carni- A float parades during the 132nd Nice carnival parade, Saturday, Feb. 13, 2016, val parade, Saturday, Feb. 13, 2016, in Nice, southeastern France. The Carnival in Nice, southeastern France. The Carnival celebrates this year the “King of celebrates this year the “King of Media”.

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Dream Beach in Lembongan village.

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SEMARAPURA - The waters of Nusa Penida, Klungkung, have claimed another victim. This time, a tourist from China named Zhu Guangyao, 58, died as he was swept away while swimming swimming at Dream Beach, in Lembongan village on Friday afternoon (Feb. 12). After a 30 minute search conducted by police officer in the area where the victim had been swept away, the tourist’s body was found floating in the sea.

Chief of the Klungkung Water Police, I Putu Ardana, on Friday, confirmed that the Chinese tourist’s body had been found drowned. He explained that the victim and his wife, son and daughter were holidaying on Nusa Lembongan. They had arrived from Sanur Beach and arrived at Tanjung Sangyang Harbor in Lembongan at around 10:00 a.m. They then hired a small boat and enjoyed sightseeing around the island.

When they arrived at Dream Beach, the victim was impressed with the beauty of the coastal panorama of Batu Belek. The victim decided to take a dip in the water while his wife and kids waited onboard. “After swimming for a few minutes the victim was then seized by waves and drowned”, said Putu Ardana.

The victim’s wife, Li Yasen, 57, along with her son and daughter immediately cried for help from the people around them. Nearby residents and the Water Police started searching for the victim right away. Due to the bad weather conditions at the time, it took about thirty minutes to finally locate the victim, whose body was found floating dead. The body was taken to the Nusa Penida health center II for a post mortem medical examination, from which it was determined that he had died of a ruptured lung from having taken in too much sea water.

“After having been taken to the health center, the victim’s body was then immediately ferried back to Sanur by the surviving family and commended at the Sanglah Hospital morgue” said Putu Ardana. (119)

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Reject reclamation, Seraya asks all customary villages to take stance

Israel pessimistic on Syria ceasefire, eyes sectarian partition

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JERUSALEM, Feb 14 (Reuters) - Israel voiced doubt on Sunday that an international ceasefire plan for Syria would work, with one senior official suggesting a sectarian partition of the country might be preferable.

While formally neutral on the five-year civil war wracking its neighbour, Israel has some sway among the world powers that have mounted armed interventions and which on Friday agreed on a “cessation of hostilities” to begin within a week.

The deal, clinched at a Munich security conference, is already beset by recriminations between Russia, which backs Syrian President Bashar al-Assad militarily and wants to see his rule restored, and Western powers that have called for change in Damascus involving some opposition groups.

“The situation in Syria is very complex, and it is hard to see how the war and mass killing there are stopped,” Israeli Defence Minister Moshe Yaalon, in Munich to meet European counterparts and Jordan’s King Abdullah, said in statement.

“Syria as we have known it will not be united anew in the foreseeable future, and at some point I reckon that we will see enclaves, whether organised or not, formed by the various sectors that live and are fighting there.”

Ram Ben-Barak, director general of Israel’s Intelligence Ministry, described partition as “the only possible solution”.

“I think that ultimately Syria should be turned into regions, under the control of whoever is there - the Alawites where they are, the Sunnis where they are,” Ben-Barak told Israel’s Army Radio, referring to Assad’s minority sect and the majority Muslim denomination, respectively. “I can’t see how a situation can be reached where those same 12 percent Alawites go back to ruling the Sunnis, of whom they killed half a million people there. Listen, that’s crazy.” Helped by Russian firepower, Syrian government forces and their allies have been encircling rebel-held areas of Aleppo. That would give Assad effective control of western Syria, Ben-Barak said, although much of the east is dominated by Islamic State insurgents.

An Assad victory in Aleppo, Ben-Barak said, “will not solve the problem, because the battles will continue. You have ISIS there and the rebels will not lay down their weapons.” While sharing foreign worries about Islamic State advances, Israel worries that the common threat from the insurgents has created a de-facto axis between world powers and its arch-foe Iran, which also has troops helping Assad.

“As long as Iran is in Syria, the country will not return to what it was, and it will certainly find it difficult to become stable as a country that is divided into enclaves, because the Sunni forces there will not allow this,” Yaalon said. (rtr)

Cases of the virus total 31,555, the institute said in a epidemiology bulletin, among them 5,013 pregnant women. Zika, which has spread to more than 30 countries, has been linked to birth defect microcephaly and to neurological disease Guillain-Barre syndrome.

Total reported Zika cases increased by 23 percent over last week’s figures, while the number of pregnant women with the virus was up 57.8 percent. Much remains unknown about Zika, including whether the virus actually causes microcephaly.

Brazil is investigating the potential link between Zika infections and more than 4,300 suspected cases of the birth defect, a condition marked by abnormally small head size that can result in developmental problems.

Researchers have confirmed

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu attends the weekly cabinet meeting in Jerusalem February 14, 2016.

AMLAPURA - Opposition to the Benoa Bay reclamation plan is becoming increasingly widespread. Seraya customary village, located on Bali’s east coast in Karangasem is the latest of many villages in Bali, to have taken a stand against the reclamation plan.

Seraya’s village chief, Nyoman Matal, said on Friday (Feb. 12) that the reclamation at Benoa Bay would make Bali increasingly imbalanced and he is calling to other customary villages in Bali to also take a stand because –as Matal said, reclamation does not only affects coastal areas but is also a threat to nature, tradition and culture.

“It is referred to as revitalization but if it is being done in the interest of tourism it is unacceptable. South Bali is already overcrowded and jammed with traffic. Do not make Bali more and more unbalanced and dangerous” emphasized the former head of Karangasem’s paliament, Seraya Chief Nyoman Matal. According to Matal, if Bali is progressively made lame, it is fair to assume that the government is no longer thinking thoroughly about the welfare of Bali. He pointed out that, other parts of Bali, such as the Northern and Eastern regions have been waiting for a more equal distribution of the tourism pie and the prosperity that comes with it. If inequality and discrimination -in terms of distribution of wealth, continue to occur in Bali, he said, the peace of the Balinese people will be negatively affected.

In reference to the notion of revitalization, Matal also spoke of the fact that nearly all of Bali’s coastlines have become damaged and are in need of ‘revitalization’ – not just Benoa Bay. Seraya’s village chief is therfor asking that both he government and investors not impose their will on the island. Bali, he explained, has unique features and aspects that cannot be equated with the kind of progress that reclamation might bring to other places.

“Stop all activities related to reclamation in Bali. Public exposes on environmental impact analysis are no longer needed” he said.

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A health worker fumigates as part of preventive measures against the Zika virus and other mosquito-borne diseases, at the cemetery of Presbitero Maestro in Lima, Peru, February 12, 2016.

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Seraya customary village, located on Bali’s east coast in Karangasem is the latest of many villages in Bali, to have taken a stand against the reclamation plan.

Since the express rejection of reclamation by the majority of Balinese people –particularly those living on the coasts, has been ignored by the government and by the investors, Matal is asking all customary villages in Bali to take a stance. The government, including the legislative assembly have, apparently been unable to speak on behalf of the public when it comes to excessive investors. In order that the aspirations of the customary villages of Bali be accommodated, Matal is urging the customary village general assembly (MUDP) of Bali (MUDP) to accommodate the aspirations of customary villagers who want to take action to safeguard Bali’s land.

Matal also asks that customary institutions remain calm in addressing the reclamation issue. Getting emotional or worse yet taking anarchic action, he said is not the way of the Balinese people. He did, however, insist that the attitudes expressed by the customary villages need to be taken very seriously, given that this institution represents the spirit of the people of Bali. Matal is urging the MUDP to immediately accommodate the aspirations of customary institutions in Bali who have begun to intensely voice their opposition to the Benoa Bay reclamation plan. Two other village; Ujung Hyang and Bugbug recently joined an increasingly long list of villages

that are firmly declaring their rejection of the reclamation plan.

Data from the Karangasem Public Works Agency (PU) states that, Seraya village –that is also well known for its gebug ende (war dance), has coastline along 13,764 meters and is divided into three administrative villages. West Seraya that has 2,618 meters of coastline; Central Seraya that has 5,094 and East Seraya that has 6,052 meters of coast.

Karangasem has a total of about 85 kilometers of coastline, 33.3 kilometers of which have been damaged by abrasion, while only 200 meters have been fitted with revetments. (kmb31)

Japan helps handle abrasion in Badung

I Made Badra

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MANGUPURA - Japanese government finally agreed to assist Indonesia in the Government to Government (G to G) program in order to cope with abrasion in Indonesia, including in Badung.

Reportedly, the cooperation will be agreed upon in April.

This was justified by the Head of the Badung Fisheries and Maritime Affairs Agency, I Made Badra. According to him, local government will immediately hold a coordination meeting next week with the Coastal Management Coordination Team (TKMPT), consisting of technical institutions of the Environment Agency (BLH) and the

Regional Development Planning Board (Bappeda).

“There has been an agreement from Japanese government. As information, signature of the cooperation between the Indonesian government and Japanese government will be made in April 2016,” said Made Badra as confirmed on Friday (Feb. 12).

Moreover, he said that the BaliPenida River Agency has requested the data to local government in relation to the location that will get the priority in the handling of abrasion.

“In principle, if there is something needed to be arranged, we will include in the handling. In this case,

we will include the Kedonganan Beach and Jimbaran Beach to get the priority,” he said.

He described the coastal areas in Badung experience severe abrasion and require priority handling as they occur almost evenly ranging from the Cemagi, Seminyak, Legian to Kuta Beach. “For example, the abrasion in front of the cemetery of Kuta customary village occurs along 200 meters, Cemagi Beach along 100 meters and Canggu Beach along 200 meters,” he said. Unfortunately, Badra did not dare to make sure when the project can be realized because signature of the cooperation with

Japanese government will have just been made in the upcoming April. “Possibly the project can just be started in 2017. Currently, we only focus first on collecting data, which shoreline needs to be handled and how much budget will be needed, so this must be counted,” he said.

As reported, the handling of abrasion in Badung has been done by the government in collaboration with Japanese government. In 2008, the Indonesia—Japan government cooperation could accumulate the budget worth IDR 400 billion for the first phase of the arrangement. (kmb27)

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BOGOTA - More than 5,000 pregnant Colombian women are infected with the mosquito-borne Zika virus, the country’s national health institute said on Saturday, as the disease continues its rapid spread across the Americas. more than 460 of these cases as microcephaly and identified evidence of Zika infection in 41 of these cases, but have not proven the virus can cause microcephaly.

There are so far no recorded cases of Zika-linked microcephaly in Colombia, the government has said. Officials are still examining figures from countries such as Brazil, but say Colombia can expect between 500 and 600 cases this year.

There is no vaccine or treatment for Zika, which causes mild fever, rash and red eyes. An estimated 80 percent of people infected have no symptoms. The institute said 29.4 percent of pregnant women with Zika live in Norte de Santander province, along the eastern border with Venezuela.

Colombia’s Caribbean region,

which includes popular tourist destinations Cartagena and Santa Marta, had more than 12,488 cases of the virus, the bulletin showed.

The government has said pregnant women with Zika are eligible to access much-restricted abortion services. Many women struggle to find abortion providers even when they meet strict legal requirements and illegal abortions are widespread.

One Bogota abortion clinic said several women with Zika had come for consultations, but would not confirm if procedures took place.

Local media reported what they said was the first abortion in the country because of Zika last week.

Colombian authorities have urged women to delay pregnancy for six to eight months. The World Health Organization estimates Zika could eventually affect as many as 4 million people. Colombia expects up to 600,000 cases this year. The health minister has said he believes three deaths are connected with Zika. (rtr)

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Head of BAFTA: Film industry not diverse enough

LONDON — The head of the British Academy Film and Television Awards says its annual ceremony does not feature more ethnic minority nominees because the film industry itself is not diverse enough.

Amanda Berry says she supports a peaceful protest against the lack of diversity outside the star-studded event, being held in London on Sunday.

Berry told the Daily Telegraph newspaper that not enough movies are made with diverse talent so “the pool of people to draw award winners from isn’t diverse enough.” She added that “people can only vote on what they’ve seen.” Her comments follow a controversy surrounding racial diversity at the Oscars.

Two black actors have been nominated for BAFTAs this year: Idris Elba for best supporting actor and “Star Wars” actor John Boyega for a rising star award.(ap)

Greek farmers end blockade of central Athens in tax dispute

ATHENS — Greek farmers protesting planned tax hikes and pension changes have left a central Athens square where they had been camped out since Friday but are vowing to keep protesting until the government listens.

The farmers, who had set up 68 blockades with tractors and agricultural vehicles on highways across Greece, will convene Monday to decide how to proceed, farmers’ representative Vangelis Boutas said.

He said they also want measures to lower production costs, such as tax-free diesel, cheaper electricity and no VAT on supplies.

Earlier Saturday, police estimated that 12,000 protesters marched to Athens’ Syntagma Square outside Parliament to support the farmers. The march was called by unions allied with Greece’s Communist Party.

Police also arrested a 30-year-old for attacking a patrol car during Friday’s clashes between farmers and police.(ap)

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Farmers wave a Greek flag during an anti-government rally in front of the parliament in Athens, on Saturday, Feb. 13, 2016.

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This Monday, July 6, 2015 photo shows a sign for Wall Street carved into the side of a building, in New York. European stocks rose Friday, Feb. 12, 2016 shrugging off a bad day in Asia, as the sell-off in banking shares abated and oil prices rebounded from a 12-year low. But Japan’s main stock index lost nearly 5 percent, leading other Asian markets lower.

US stocks end a down week on an up note

U.S. stocks ended a down week on a high note Friday, snapping a five-day losing streak on the strength of energy and financial companies. A sharp rebound in oil prices and an encouraging report on retail sales helped lift the stock market to its first gain since late last week.

Despite the rally, the major U.S. stocks indexes ended the week down about 1 percent and they remain down more than 8 percent for the year.

“It’s a relief to see after several very ugly days in a row, but I wouldn’t hang my hat on it and say the worst is over,” said Rob Eschweiler, global investment specialist at J.P. Morgan.

The Dow Jones industrial average rose 313.66 points, or 2 percent, to 15,973.84. The Standard & Poor’s 500 gained 35.70 points, or 2 percent, to 1,864.78. The Nasdaq composite added 70.67 points, or 1.7 percent, to 4,337.51.

Global stocks have been in a slump since the beginning of the year on concerns that growth in China, which has been the engine of the global economy in recent years, is slowing far faster than expected.

Plunging oil prices and low inflation have added to the market’s jitters that the global economy is sputtering.

Those worries also helped drive the stock market lower in recent days, and continued to batter stocks in Asia. Japan’s main stock index

lost nearly 5 percent Friday. But the downbeat trend in the U.S. snapped as investors were encouraged by retail sales and a rally in European stocks.

A surge in oil prices helped put investors in a buying mood early on. A day after sinking to its lowest level since May 2003, benchmark U.S. crude climbed $3.23, or 12.3 percent, to close at $29.44 a barrel in New York. Brent crude, a benchmark for international oils, gained $3.30, or 11 percent, to $33.36 a barrel in London.

The oil rebound sent the S&P 500’s energy companies 2.6 percent higher. Marathon Oil was the best performer in the sector, rising 48 cents, or 6.8 percent, to $7.49.

“Oil, which has been one of the most fickle, most volatile series that everybody’s watching, is having a nice day,” said Tim Dreiling, regional investment director for The Private Client Reserve of U.S. Bank. “Europe is continuing to look good. And it looked like (the market) was oversold.”

Financial shares led the market’s advance. The sector is the worst

performing part of the market this year because investors expect that low interest rates around the world will sap bank profits, but it rallied 4 percent Friday.

JP Morgan Chase climbed $4.42, or 8.3 percent, to $57.49, while Citigroup added $2.56, or 7.3 percent, to $37.54. Bank of America rose 79 cents, or 7.1 percent, to $11.95.

Meanwhile, Deutsche Bank AG surged 12.1 percent after the bank offered to buy back more than $5 billion in bonds in a display of financial strength. The stock gained $1.87 to $17.38.

Traders also welcomed a report from the Commerce Department indicating a modest gain in retail sales last month. The data, which came in ahead of expectations, suggested that consumers kept shopping despite sharp drops in stock prices.

The positive sales report and recent jobs data showing a pickup in wage growth suggest the economy is holding up better than Wall Street thinks, Eschweiler said.

“It solidifies our view that the markets are pricing in a significantly higher probability of recession than what we think the fundamentals currently dictate,” he said.

Encouraging quarterly results from some companies also helped lift the market.(ap)

Ampera Bridge on Musi River, Palembang, South Sumatra, which will be one of the locations is prepared to witness the total solar eclipse of March 9, 2016.

PALEMBANG - The total solar eclipse, forecast to occur on March 9, 2016, will look more interesting in Palembang because it will not be hindered by the weather and clouds.

Based on weather forecast information, there will be no rain, and the sky over the city of Palembang will be bright when the total solar eclipse occurs, South Sumatra Culture and Tourism Office Spokesperson Irene Camelyn Sinaga remarked here Saturday.

However, even if it rained, it would not be heavy and not interfere with the view of the total solar eclipse, she added.

Therefore, the local Culture and Tourism Office will take advantage of this event to attract more tourists

to Palembang to witness this rare and interesting natural phenomenon, she said.

Furthermore, the Ampera Bridge over the Musi River in Palembang will become the culinary hub for viewers of the total solar eclipse, Irene added. Several food stalls will be set up along the bridge for a multitude of people who will throng the location to observe the event, according to her.

She had coordinated with various agencies, including food vendors, to welcome the rare and beautiful natural phenomenon, Irene revealed. All preparations had been made, including the food vendors, to serve thousands of people who will gather to witness the solar eclipse, she noted.(ant)

Social Minister to visit flood victims in Kampar, Riau

JAKARTA - Social Affairs Minister Khofifah Indar Parawansa is to visit flood victims in Kualu village, Tambang sub-district, Kampar District, Riau Province. “I will see the locations affected by flooding in Kampar, and locations once hit by fires,” Minister Khofifah said, here, Saturday.

She will present relief aid worth Rp696 million constituting food, clothes, and evacuation facilities.

The Riau provincial authorities have declared a flood alert status as flooding has spread and killed two inhabitants, while precipitation is still high now.

Three districts - Kampar, Rokan Hulu and

Kuantan Singingi, have also declared flood emergency status.

The Riau disaster mitigation office has disbursed Rp500 million to help flood victims in Kampar and Rokan Hulu. In Kampar, 56 villages located in 12 sub-districts were submerged with floodwaters reaching a height of up to 1.7 meters. Some 26,614 families or 133,070 people were affected. Floods in Rokan Hulu spread to seven sub-districts, and affected at least 11,438 people.

Indonesia is currently experiencing the peak of the rainy season that has caused flooding in several regions, including in West Sumatra, Bangka Belitung, North Sumatra, and West and East Kalimantan, in addition to West and Central Java, Jambi, and Aceh.(ant)

The flood which happen in Kampar, Riau

President Jokowi urged to be wary in defining terrorism JAKARTA - House of Representatives (DPR) Commission-I Deputy Chairperson Meutya Hafid has urged President Joko Widodo (Jokowi) to adopt a cautious approach while defining the meaning of terrorism during his speech at the US-ASEAN Summit. “The definition of terrorism for the United States and ASEAN is different, and President Jokowi should explain it as Indonesia is a Muslim majority country,” Meutya stated when contacted on Friday.

She noted that the president should shed light on it as the definition of terrorism in Indonesia is

different from the perspective of Western nations, which associate it with a particular religion.

Meutya said President Jokowi should be able to clarify that terrorism is an act of terror and is not associated with any specific religion. “Terrorism is defined as an act of terror, and it is not associated with a particular religion as perceived by Western countries,” she affirmed.

Meutya added that President Jokowi must be careful, lest the USASEAN forum forms an opinion that Islam is associated with terrorism.

She said President Jokowi should present his own perspective while defining terrorism at the US-ASEAN Summit on February 15-16, 2016.

According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, US President Barack Obama has appointed President Jokowi to be the lead speaker at a session in the US-ASEAN Summit in Sunnylands, California.

Obama has urged President Jokowi to be the main speaker at the summit on terrorism due to Indonesias success in handling the terrorist attack that occurred on January 14, 2016, in Jakarta.(ant)

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Anti-graft agency arrests official of Supreme Court

JAKARTA - The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has arrested an official of the Supreme Court (MA).

“He is not a judge, but one of the heads of the sub-directorate,” KPK Chief Agus Rajardjo said in a short text message, here, Saturday.

In an operation Friday evening, the agency caught six people including the MAs official red-handed. The KPK team also confiscated two cars and money in the operation in Jakarta.

One of MAs sub-directorate heads was arrested by the KPK Friday evening, MA spokesman Ridwan Mansyur confirmed.

The officials wife said the KPK arrested her husband at her home, he explained.(ant)

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U.S. Supreme Court vacancy upends presidential race

WASHINGTON - The sudden and shocking death of U.S. Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia opened a new and incendiary front in the already red-hot 2016 presidential race, one that promises to divide Democrats and Republicans and, perhaps, Republicans from themselves. The vacancy on the court, which is now evenly split 4-4 between its conservative and liberal wings, had Republicans calling on President Barack Obama to refrain from choosing a successor to the right-leaning Scalia while Democrats urged Obama to do as the U.S. Constitution requires and put forward a candidate to face confirmation in an albeit hostile Senate. The prospect of such a battle drew swift and furious comment from candidates vying to be elected president in November.

Facing off in a debate only hours after the 79-year-old Scalia’s death was announced, some Republican presidential candidates seized the moment to caution voters that their party’s front-runner, billionaire businessman Donald Trump, could not be trusted to nominate a stalwart

conservative.

If Donald Trump is president, he will appoint liberals,” charged U.S. Senator Ted Cruz of Texas during the debate in South Carolina, which holds a Republican nominating contest next Saturday. “Two branches of government hang in the

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In this Oct. 18, 2011 file photo, U.S. Supreme Court justice Antonin Scalia looks into the balcony before addressing the Chicago-Kent College Law justice in Chicago. On Saturday, Feb. 13, 2016, the U.S. Marshals Service confirmed that Scalia has died at the age of 79.

balance, not just the presidency, but the Supreme Court,” Cruz said. “If we get this wrong, if we nominate the wrong candidate, the Second Amendment, life, marriage, religious liberty, every one of those hangs in the balance.”

Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina also took a shot at Trump. “Donald Trump is not a conservative, so I don’t trust him to pick a judge,” Graham said before the debate. A real estate mogul, Trump has supported Democratic politicians in the past. Trump, who also has taken several positions at odds with Republican orthodoxy, joined other candidates at the debate in insisting that Senator Mitch McConnell, Republican majority leader in the Senate, stand by his promise to block any Obama high court choice.

“It’s up to Mitch McConnell and everyone else to stop it,” Trump, a former reality TV show host, said. “It’s called delay, delay, delay.” Under the U.S. system, the president nominates justices for the nine-member court and the Senate confirms them. The last justice to be approved by the Senate of the opposite party during an election year was Justice Anthony Kennedy in 1988. Obama has already indicated that he intends to send a choice to the Senate in coming weeks, meaning that the nominee will be heavily scrutinized by presidential candidates in both parties - and more than likely be opposed by the majority of Republicans.

“The court may genuinely be a major issue this year,” said David Axelrod, a former top political adviser to Obama. “It will be a hell of a fight.”

Criticism of the court, which in recent years has upheld Obama’s sweeping healthcare plan and legalized same-sex marriage, has already been a thread running through several Republican candidates’ campaigns. The conservative majority on the court had appeared poised to invalidate Obama’s immigration and climate-change policies. The loss of Scalia, considered to be a lodestar of conservative legal thought, and the potential swing of the court to the left, ensures that whatever drama plays out in the Senate this year will be mirrored on the campaign trail. (rtr)

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Dust and debris rise above houses after a cliff collapsed due to an earthquake on the Whitewash Head area, located above Scarborough Beach in the suburb of Sumner, Christchurch, New Zealand, February 14, 2016. A strong 5.7 magnitude earthquake struck near Christchurch in New Zealand on Sunday, causing cliffs to collapse into the sea but no major damage to the city, which was devastated by a 2011 quake which killed nearly 200 people.

New Zealand’s Christchurch rocked by 5.7 magnitude quake, cliffs collapse into sea

WELLINGTON - A strong 5.7 magnitude earthquake struck near Christchurch in New Zealand on Sunday, causing cliffs to collapse into the sea but no major damage to the city, which was devastated by a 2011 quake which killed nearly 200 people. The epicentre of Sunday’s quake on New Zealand’s south island was 15 kms (9 miles) east of Christchurch and at a shallow depth of 15 km (9 miles), said the country’s seismological body Geonet.

Geonet said there were more than 40 aftershocks.

The quake came eight days before the anniversary of the deadly 2011 quake that caused upwards of NZ$40 billion ($26.52 billion) of damage, causing much of the city to require a rebuild. Police

said there were no reports of major damage or serious injuries, but people were evacuated from several buildings and there were reports of some liquefaction.

The Christchurch City Council said cliffs collapsed in several places along the surrounding coast, spreading large clouds of billowing dust across the sea and hills.

“Obviously with a 5.7 magnitude earthquake so close to the eastern coast of Christchurch its certainly been a big shock for the city, a set back in terms of people’s confidence and feeling of security,” said Christchurch Mayor Lianne Dalziel. “Our city is stronger than it was five years ago. There are going to be a lot of people out there feeling very vulnerable.” (rtr)

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Located close to the Uluwatu temple, this beautiful beach is surrounded by big rocks and overgrown plants and monkeys. You would need to get pass the narrow passage and steep steps to this hidden paradise. The beach is covered with huge rocks and small caves for exploration and when the tide is high, it is also good for swimming. Just beware of sharp corals and sea urchins. Recently after Eat, Pray, Love fame, this beach had been more crowded than usual but for now still have most of its beauty and charm. (IBP/net)

LaVine climbs highest to repeat as Slam Dunk champion

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“It was an amazing match for me,” world number 19 Thiem said.

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Spaniard Nadal’s loss was another early season setback for the 14-times grand slam champion who was dumped out of the first round of the Australian Open by unseeded compatriot Fernando Verdasco, one of the biggest shocks of the tournament.

Thiem will face another Spaniard in the final after Nicolas Al-

magro beat second seed and former champion David Ferrer 6-4 7-5.

It was Almagro’s first win over the world number six at the 16th time of asking and came after Ferrer had to finish his rain-delayed quarter-final earlier on Saturday.

“This is the reward for many months of hard work, but there’s no time to celebrate,” Almagro said. “I have to focus on tomorrow’s match and hopefully I can play at the same level.”

Nadal will head to Brazil for next week’s Rio Open where he will attempt again to reach his 100th elite final. (rtr)

TORONTO-Zach LaVine of the Minnesota Timberwolves overcame Aaron Gordon of the Orlando Magic to repeat as the NBA Slam Dunk champion on Saturday after both impressed with gravity-defying displays of athleticism and imagination.

In one of the most riveting slam dunk contests in recent years, LaVine and Gordon went toe-to-toe in the first two rounds of the final round then needed a pair of tie-breakers, where the former sealed it with his fourth consecutive perfect 50 score.

LaVine, a 20-year-old second-year NBA player, joined Michael Jordan (1987-88), Jason Richardson (2002-03) and Nate Robinson (200910) as the only players to win consecutive slam dunk contests.

The streak of perfect scores from the two players ended when Gordon, who enlisted a mascot rotating on a hoverboard for one of his earlier dunks, ran along the baseline en route to a jackknife dunk that earned him 47 points.

LaVine sealed it on the next attempt when he soared into the air from a step inside the free-throw line and made a between-the-legs dunk that earned a perfect score from a panel of judges that included basketball greats Magic Johnson and Shaquille O’Neal.

Earlier, Klay Thompson knocked off defending champion and Golden State Warriors team mate Stephen Curry and Devin Booker of the Phoenix Suns to win the three-point contest after capping the final round by draining his last eight shots.

Minnesota Timberwolves rookie Karl-Anthony Towns pulled off an upset in the Skills Challenge, an event that tests dribbling, passing, and shooting, when he became the first big man to win a competition normally dominated by guards.

Towns, the top pick of the 2015 NBA Draft, dribbled through an obstacle course, sent a pass through a target, made a layup and a three-point shot quicker than Boston Celtics guard Isaiah Thomas in the final round of an event that included front court players for the first time. (rtr)

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CALIFORNIA-Phil Mickelson, aiming to end a PGA Tour title drought of 31 months, relied on his magical short game to move two shots clear after the third round of the Pebble Beach National Pro-Am in California on Saturday.

The American left-hander, chasing a record-equalling fifth victory in the pro-am event held on the picturesque Monterey Peninsula, fired a flawless six-under-par 66

on the Pebble Beach host course, one of three venues being used for this event.

Mickelson broke clear of a congested leaderboard with three consecutive birdies on his back nine on the way to a 16-under total of 199, two ahead of Japan’s Hiroshi Iwata, who carded a 69 at Spyglass Hill.

Swede Freddie Jacobson, after a 68 at Monterey Peninsula Country Club, and South Korean Kang

Sung-hoon, who returned a 70 at Pebble Beach, were a further stroke back at 13 under.

“I fought hard today,” the 45year-old Mickelson told Golf Channel. “The golf course was playing much more difficult with the firm greens and the wind picking up.

“There were a lot of holes I just had to fight for pars. I probably didn’t strike it as well as I have been striking it this year, or even in the

first couple of rounds.

“But I was able to get up and down, miss it in the right spot and salvage a lot pars on some difficult holes today.”

An early morning fog delay gave way to unbroken sunshine at Pebble Beach before Iwata, Jacobson, England’s Justin Rose and Kang held a share of the lead at 13 under midway through the round.

Mickelson then made it a five-

way tie at the top when he chipped in for birdie from just off the back of the green at the par-five 18th, his ninth hole of the day.

The American seized control after the turn, his run of three birdies from the fifth putting him two ahead of the chasing pack before he safely parred the eighth and ninth to remain on course for his first PGA Tour win since the 2013 British Open. (rtr)

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Simple for Simone as last-gasp Juve floor Napoli

MILAN - Substitute Simone Zaza struck from out of the blue with two minutes left as Juventus beat Napoli 1-0 on Saturday to snatch the Serie A lead from their opponents with a remarkable 15th league win in a row. The game, which began with Napoli two points ahead of Juve, appeared to be petering out into a goalless draw when the shaven-headed Zaza collected the ball with his back to goal, turned and fired an unstoppable left-foot shot past Pepe Reina.

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Chelsea’s Diego Costa celebrates scoring his side’s first goal during the English Premier League soccer match between Chelsea and Newcastle United at Stamford Bridge stadium in London, Saturday, Feb. 13, 2016.

Chelsea set for Champions League with 5-1 Newcastle rout

LONDON — Chelsea prepared for its Champions League trip to Paris Saint-Germain by routing Newcastle 5-1 on Saturday, the biggest win of a miserable Premier League season for the champions.

Chelsea climbed to 12th place but the London club remains 14 points from fourth place. Winning the Champions League is the only way back into Europe’s elite competition next season and the challenge resumes in Paris in the round of 16 on Tuesday.

Confidence will be high after this emphatic win over relegation-threatened Newcastle which saw Pedro Rodriguez score twice after Diego Costa’s fifth-minute opener while Willian and Bertrand Traore also netted.

There was a blow for Chelsea, with captain John Terry coming off before halftime with a “small muscular problem” that will be assessed on Sunday, manager Guus Hiddink said. Hiddink remains unbeaten since replacing fired manager Jose Mourinho in December.

“We tried to press from the first minute to surprise them and I think we did,” Hiddink told British broadcaster BT Sport.

“We had an early goal and an

early second goal so that made them very unstable. “What, for me, is important is the good organization defensively and not dropping back.”

Chelsea raced into a 3-0 lead inside 17 minutes and looked like champions, but that was mainly down to Newcastle’s calamitous defending as Steve McClaren’s team lost for the sixth straight away game to fall into the relegation zone below Norwich on goal difference.

Andros Townsend did score his first goal since joining Newcastle in the 90th minute but it was a mere consolation.

“We got punished severely,” McClaren said. “We have been exposed tonight by a very good team.”

Costa showed no ill effects after breaking his nose in training on Thursday. Hiddink joked Chelsea had a “Zorro team” after Costa joined Cesar Azpilicueta in requiring a face mask. Nemanja Matic and Gary Cahill have also recently worn the protection. “(Costa) wanted to play desperately,” Hiddink said. “The way the first goal was scored was typically a striker who is in a good shape.” (ap)

Zaza has struggled for a place in the team this season, was the subject of media speculation over a move in the transfer window and appeared to have blown his chance altogether when he was sent off against Genoa in his last appearance. “It was a very tactical match and this was an important moment in the championship on a psychological level,” said Juve coach Massimiliano Allegri.

Juve defender Leonardo Bonucci was also at the heart of the action after he collided with team mate Sami Khedira early on, made a crucial interception to prevent an almost certain Napoli goal and went off injured after halftime.

Napoli, aiming to win the title for the first time since 1990, had won their previous eight games and boasted the league’s most prolific attack with 53 goals.

H o w e v e r, e x p e r i e n c e d goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon barely had a save to make as Juve’s defence, the stingiest in the championship, prevailed. Juve, who were 11 points adrift of first place after 10 games this season, now lead with 57 points, one ahead of Napoli, and look favourites to clinch a fifth successive title. AS Roma, who are 10 points off the pace in third spot, won 3-1 at Carpi on Friday.

TIGHT GAME

Napoli coach Maurizio Sarri was left to rue a momentary lapse of concentration by his team. “It was a tight game with few chances. We gave almost nothing away and only lost because of one unfortunate episode,” he said. Juan Cuadrado tested Napoli keeper Reina after 13 minutes with a long-range shot before team mate Paul Pogba curled a free kick narrowly wide from about 30 metres.

A Napoli goal looked on the cards when Elseid Hysaj’s cross looked to be heading straight to Gonzalo Higuain, unmarked in front of goal, but Bonucci came from

nowhere to stick out his leg and deflect the ball for a corner.

Bonucci, still struggling from h i s early clash with Khedira, eventually went off early in the second half. Even after he was replaced by the less experienced Daniele Rugani, Juve held firm.

A moment of brilliance from Pogba nearly unlocked the Napoli defence on the hour as the Frenchman controlled the ball on his chest and slipped it inside to Paulo Dybala whose shot flashed over the crossbar. An anti-climatic stalemate seemed likely until Zaza produced his moment of inspiration to send the Juventus Stadium wild.

“I stopped him from leaving in January as I did with other players,” said Allegri. “Between now and the end of the season the difference will be made by the players who have played less and are freshest in the mind.” (rtr) Juventus’ Simone Zaza (top) is celebrated by teammate Patrice Evra (bottom).

James see brighter future after key role in Real Madrid win MADRID - Colombia’s James Rodriguez enjoyed a return to form with a fine goal in Real Madrid’s 4-2 win over Athletic Bilbao on Saturday.

James, who had been off his best since returning from a thigh injury, struck the second goal to put Real ahead towards the end of the first half and praised coach Zinedine Zidane for a positive change in the team’s game.

“I feel much better and that also helps,” James said. “It’s not only me, I think the change (of coach) has been good for all of us.

“For me it’s because Zidane has given us more (freedom to) play, we play more.

He talks with each one of us and that’s good when you play because it gives you attitude,” he was quoted as saying by the Spanish news agency EFE. “Each thing has its own time and you have to wait. “I wasn’t playing much up to a month ago and when you don’t play much you don’t perform much.

“The goal was nice, I shouted (in celebration) like that, it put us 2-1 (up) when they (Athletic) were playing well.”

Cristiano Ronaldo opened the scoring after three minutes and capped the win

with a late second goal.

Toni Kroos scored the third in added time in the first half.

Former Real midfielder Zidane began his first senior coaching job when he took over from the sacked Rafael Benitez early last month.

Real have scored freely in winning four and drawing one of their last five matches under Zidane.

James’ return to form is timely as Zidane prepares the team f o r

Wednesday’s Champions League last-16 first leg away to AS Roma.

“I’m happy for his goal and because little by little he’s getting rhythm,” said Zidane. (rtr)

Mkhitaryan helps Dortmund cut Bundesliga gap

BERLIN — Henrikh Mkhitaryan’s goal was enough for Borussia Dortmund to labor to a 1-0 win over bottom-side Hannover and provisionally cut Bayern Munich’s Bundesliga lead to five points Saturday.

Dortmund started brightly with Marco Reus forcing a brilliant save from Ron-Robert Zieler and then hitting the crossbar with a free kick. Hannover remained compact, however, forcing the home side to be patient in the face of its defensive setup.

“We know that we can play better.

We’ll happily take the three points, though,” Dortmund coach Thomas Tuchel said. Ilkay Gundogan fired over after the break before Mkhitaryan finally scored in the 57th.

A Hannover attack broke down and the ball fell to Gundogan. He found Reus, who passed to Mkhitaryan.

Marcel Schmelzer provided a dummy run on the left and Mkhitaryan, faced by a host of defenders backing off, saw his chance and let fly inside the right post.

“I got the ball from Marco Reus.

I wanted to play a one-two but then I saw there was a man behind. So I

moved inside and wanted to shoot in the far post, and I did it,” Mkhitaryan said. The Armenian has 18 goals and 17 assists across 33 competitive games this season. Hannover slumped to its seventh straight defeat and was seven points from safety.

“We weren’t rewarded, as is often the case, but we’ll keep going and get our reward,” Hannover coach Thomas Schaaf said. League top-scorer PierreEmerick Aubameyang sat out the game for Dortmund due to a foot injury. Bayern can restore its eight-point lead with a win at Augsburg on Sunday.

Hoffenheim drew 1-1 at Werder Bremen in Julian Nagelsmann’s first game in charge of the visitors. The 28-year-old Nagelsmann is the youngest coach ever in the Bundesliga and got off to a great start when Andrej Kramaric put his side ahead in the 10th minute.

However, Papy Djilobodji equalized three minutes later and Hoffenheim was left hanging on after Kramaric was sent off with a second yellow card in the 77th. “From that point of view we can talk about a point won,” Nagelsmann said. (ap)

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Runaway leader PSG held 0-0 at home against Lille in France

PARIS — Runaway leader Paris Saint-Germain warmed up for its Champions League encounter with Chelsea by dropping points for only the fourth time in the French league this season, held 0-0 in a scrappy home draw by Lille on Saturday.

PSG hosts Chelsea in the first leg of their last 16 match on Tuesday, and coach Laurent Blanc clearly had that game in mind as he left star striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic out of his squad.

But PSG still fielded a strong side with Edinson Cavani leading the attack — and missing two good chances.

T h e former Napoli striker has come under pressure after a string of belowpar performances, but Blanc is backing him.

“We have to help Cavani. We need to help him get his confidence back,” Blanc said. “We tried, we were a bit wasteful and we could have done better with our finishing. But in terms of our attitude, I have nothing to reproach my players for.”

Blanc was more worried about avoiding any injuries before the visit of the Premier League champion, which is finding its form following a turbulent start to the season and the firing of coach Jose Mourinho.

“We had to avoid picking up injuries, and we succeeded in that,” Blanc said. “Two players have come back from injury (midfielders Marco Verratti and Javier Pastore) and they are fine.

All we were missing were those two extra points.”

PSG, which had won 16 straight games in all competitions heading into the match, last failed to win a league game on Dec. 1 — drawing 0-0 to Angers away. It makes little difference as second-place Monaco trails by 25 points ahead of its trip to Saint-Etienne on Sunday.

Jean-Kevin Augustin replaced Ibrahimovic in attack and had a good chance in the ninth minute after being set up by winger An-

gel di Maria but Lille goalkeeper Vincent Enyeama palmed away his low shot. Enyeama made a nice save to stop Di Maria’s toepoke in the 37th, and Lille midfielder Rio Mavuba was the next to rescue his side as he headed left back Layvin Kurzawa’s header off the line four minutes later.

But Cavani should have done better in the 57th when Enyeama flapped at Blaise Matuidi’s cross from the left. The ball fell to Cavani but he failed to hit the target.

Cavani had another chance with five minutes to go after midfielder Benjamin Stambouli picked him out on the left of the penalty area but Enyeama thwarted him.

“It’s not the perfect preparation for Chelsea because we didn’t win,” PSG’s Brazilian center half Marquinhos said. “Lille played very well: they were very aggressive and didn’t leave any

space in midfield.”

Elsewhere, Nantes moved provisionally up to fourth place with a 2-1 home win against Lorient, as Brazilian midfielder Adryan Oliveira Tavares and striker Emiliano Sala grabbed a goal each.

Bordeaux scores goals as easily as it concedes them. Following a 4-3 midweek defeat to Nantes in the French Cup, Bordeaux bounced back with a 4-2 win away to Guingamp — taking the total of goals conceded to 18 in six games.

Also Saturday, last-place Troyes won 3-2 at Gazelec Ajaccio; Montpellier beat struggling Toulouse 2-0 to move away from the relegation zone; and Bastia won 1-0 away to Reims, which slumped to 17th place. In Sunday’s other matches, Lyon hosts Caen and Nice takes on Marseille. (ap)

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PSG’s Edinson Cavani picks himself up during his League One soccer match against Lille, at the Parc des Princes stadium, in Paris, Saturday, Feb. 13, 2016.

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Simple for Simone as last-gasp Juve floor Napoli

MILAN - Substitute Simone Zaza struck from out of the blue with two minutes left as Juventus beat Napoli 1-0 on Saturday to snatch the Serie A lead from their opponents with a remarkable 15th league win in a row. The game, which began with Napoli two points ahead of Juve, appeared to be petering out into a goalless draw when the shaven-headed Zaza collected the ball with his back to goal, turned and fired an unstoppable left-foot shot past Pepe Reina.

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Chelsea’s Diego Costa celebrates scoring his side’s first goal during the English Premier League soccer match between Chelsea and Newcastle United at Stamford Bridge stadium in London, Saturday, Feb. 13, 2016.

Chelsea set for Champions League with 5-1 Newcastle rout

LONDON — Chelsea prepared for its Champions League trip to Paris Saint-Germain by routing Newcastle 5-1 on Saturday, the biggest win of a miserable Premier League season for the champions.

Chelsea climbed to 12th place but the London club remains 14 points from fourth place. Winning the Champions League is the only way back into Europe’s elite competition next season and the challenge resumes in Paris in the round of 16 on Tuesday.

Confidence will be high after this emphatic win over relegation-threatened Newcastle which saw Pedro Rodriguez score twice after Diego Costa’s fifth-minute opener while Willian and Bertrand Traore also netted.

There was a blow for Chelsea, with captain John Terry coming off before halftime with a “small muscular problem” that will be assessed on Sunday, manager Guus Hiddink said. Hiddink remains unbeaten since replacing fired manager Jose Mourinho in December.

“We tried to press from the first minute to surprise them and I think we did,” Hiddink told British broadcaster BT Sport.

“We had an early goal and an

early second goal so that made them very unstable. “What, for me, is important is the good organization defensively and not dropping back.”

Chelsea raced into a 3-0 lead inside 17 minutes and looked like champions, but that was mainly down to Newcastle’s calamitous defending as Steve McClaren’s team lost for the sixth straight away game to fall into the relegation zone below Norwich on goal difference.

Andros Townsend did score his first goal since joining Newcastle in the 90th minute but it was a mere consolation.

“We got punished severely,” McClaren said. “We have been exposed tonight by a very good team.”

Costa showed no ill effects after breaking his nose in training on Thursday. Hiddink joked Chelsea had a “Zorro team” after Costa joined Cesar Azpilicueta in requiring a face mask. Nemanja Matic and Gary Cahill have also recently worn the protection. “(Costa) wanted to play desperately,” Hiddink said. “The way the first goal was scored was typically a striker who is in a good shape.” (ap)

Zaza has struggled for a place in the team this season, was the subject of media speculation over a move in the transfer window and appeared to have blown his chance altogether when he was sent off against Genoa in his last appearance. “It was a very tactical match and this was an important moment in the championship on a psychological level,” said Juve coach Massimiliano Allegri.

Juve defender Leonardo Bonucci was also at the heart of the action after he collided with team mate Sami Khedira early on, made a crucial interception to prevent an almost certain Napoli goal and went off injured after halftime.

Napoli, aiming to win the title for the first time since 1990, had won their previous eight games and boasted the league’s most prolific attack with 53 goals.

H o w e v e r, e x p e r i e n c e d goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon barely had a save to make as Juve’s defence, the stingiest in the championship, prevailed. Juve, who were 11 points adrift of first place after 10 games this season, now lead with 57 points, one ahead of Napoli, and look favourites to clinch a fifth successive title. AS Roma, who are 10 points off the pace in third spot, won 3-1 at Carpi on Friday.

TIGHT GAME

Napoli coach Maurizio Sarri was left to rue a momentary lapse of concentration by his team. “It was a tight game with few chances. We gave almost nothing away and only lost because of one unfortunate episode,” he said. Juan Cuadrado tested Napoli keeper Reina after 13 minutes with a long-range shot before team mate Paul Pogba curled a free kick narrowly wide from about 30 metres.

A Napoli goal looked on the cards when Elseid Hysaj’s cross looked to be heading straight to Gonzalo Higuain, unmarked in front of goal, but Bonucci came from

nowhere to stick out his leg and deflect the ball for a corner.

Bonucci, still struggling from h i s early clash with Khedira, eventually went off early in the second half. Even after he was replaced by the less experienced Daniele Rugani, Juve held firm.

A moment of brilliance from Pogba nearly unlocked the Napoli defence on the hour as the Frenchman controlled the ball on his chest and slipped it inside to Paulo Dybala whose shot flashed over the crossbar. An anti-climatic stalemate seemed likely until Zaza produced his moment of inspiration to send the Juventus Stadium wild.

“I stopped him from leaving in January as I did with other players,” said Allegri. “Between now and the end of the season the difference will be made by the players who have played less and are freshest in the mind.” (rtr) Juventus’ Simone Zaza (top) is celebrated by teammate Patrice Evra (bottom).

James see brighter future after key role in Real Madrid win MADRID - Colombia’s James Rodriguez enjoyed a return to form with a fine goal in Real Madrid’s 4-2 win over Athletic Bilbao on Saturday.

James, who had been off his best since returning from a thigh injury, struck the second goal to put Real ahead towards the end of the first half and praised coach Zinedine Zidane for a positive change in the team’s game.

“I feel much better and that also helps,” James said. “It’s not only me, I think the change (of coach) has been good for all of us.

“For me it’s because Zidane has given us more (freedom to) play, we play more.

He talks with each one of us and that’s good when you play because it gives you attitude,” he was quoted as saying by the Spanish news agency EFE. “Each thing has its own time and you have to wait. “I wasn’t playing much up to a month ago and when you don’t play much you don’t perform much.

“The goal was nice, I shouted (in celebration) like that, it put us 2-1 (up) when they (Athletic) were playing well.”

Cristiano Ronaldo opened the scoring after three minutes and capped the win

with a late second goal.

Toni Kroos scored the third in added time in the first half.

Former Real midfielder Zidane began his first senior coaching job when he took over from the sacked Rafael Benitez early last month.

Real have scored freely in winning four and drawing one of their last five matches under Zidane.

James’ return to form is timely as Zidane prepares the team f o r

Wednesday’s Champions League last-16 first leg away to AS Roma.

“I’m happy for his goal and because little by little he’s getting rhythm,” said Zidane. (rtr)

Mkhitaryan helps Dortmund cut Bundesliga gap

BERLIN — Henrikh Mkhitaryan’s goal was enough for Borussia Dortmund to labor to a 1-0 win over bottom-side Hannover and provisionally cut Bayern Munich’s Bundesliga lead to five points Saturday.

Dortmund started brightly with Marco Reus forcing a brilliant save from Ron-Robert Zieler and then hitting the crossbar with a free kick. Hannover remained compact, however, forcing the home side to be patient in the face of its defensive setup.

“We know that we can play better.

We’ll happily take the three points, though,” Dortmund coach Thomas Tuchel said. Ilkay Gundogan fired over after the break before Mkhitaryan finally scored in the 57th.

A Hannover attack broke down and the ball fell to Gundogan. He found Reus, who passed to Mkhitaryan.

Marcel Schmelzer provided a dummy run on the left and Mkhitaryan, faced by a host of defenders backing off, saw his chance and let fly inside the right post.

“I got the ball from Marco Reus.

I wanted to play a one-two but then I saw there was a man behind. So I

moved inside and wanted to shoot in the far post, and I did it,” Mkhitaryan said. The Armenian has 18 goals and 17 assists across 33 competitive games this season. Hannover slumped to its seventh straight defeat and was seven points from safety.

“We weren’t rewarded, as is often the case, but we’ll keep going and get our reward,” Hannover coach Thomas Schaaf said. League top-scorer PierreEmerick Aubameyang sat out the game for Dortmund due to a foot injury. Bayern can restore its eight-point lead with a win at Augsburg on Sunday.

Hoffenheim drew 1-1 at Werder Bremen in Julian Nagelsmann’s first game in charge of the visitors. The 28-year-old Nagelsmann is the youngest coach ever in the Bundesliga and got off to a great start when Andrej Kramaric put his side ahead in the 10th minute.

However, Papy Djilobodji equalized three minutes later and Hoffenheim was left hanging on after Kramaric was sent off with a second yellow card in the 77th. “From that point of view we can talk about a point won,” Nagelsmann said. (ap)

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Runaway leader PSG held 0-0 at home against Lille in France

PARIS — Runaway leader Paris Saint-Germain warmed up for its Champions League encounter with Chelsea by dropping points for only the fourth time in the French league this season, held 0-0 in a scrappy home draw by Lille on Saturday.

PSG hosts Chelsea in the first leg of their last 16 match on Tuesday, and coach Laurent Blanc clearly had that game in mind as he left star striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic out of his squad.

But PSG still fielded a strong side with Edinson Cavani leading the attack — and missing two good chances.

T h e former Napoli striker has come under pressure after a string of belowpar performances, but Blanc is backing him.

“We have to help Cavani. We need to help him get his confidence back,” Blanc said. “We tried, we were a bit wasteful and we could have done better with our finishing. But in terms of our attitude, I have nothing to reproach my players for.”

Blanc was more worried about avoiding any injuries before the visit of the Premier League champion, which is finding its form following a turbulent start to the season and the firing of coach Jose Mourinho.

“We had to avoid picking up injuries, and we succeeded in that,” Blanc said. “Two players have come back from injury (midfielders Marco Verratti and Javier Pastore) and they are fine.

All we were missing were those two extra points.”

PSG, which had won 16 straight games in all competitions heading into the match, last failed to win a league game on Dec. 1 — drawing 0-0 to Angers away. It makes little difference as second-place Monaco trails by 25 points ahead of its trip to Saint-Etienne on Sunday.

Jean-Kevin Augustin replaced Ibrahimovic in attack and had a good chance in the ninth minute after being set up by winger An-

gel di Maria but Lille goalkeeper Vincent Enyeama palmed away his low shot. Enyeama made a nice save to stop Di Maria’s toepoke in the 37th, and Lille midfielder Rio Mavuba was the next to rescue his side as he headed left back Layvin Kurzawa’s header off the line four minutes later.

But Cavani should have done better in the 57th when Enyeama flapped at Blaise Matuidi’s cross from the left. The ball fell to Cavani but he failed to hit the target.

Cavani had another chance with five minutes to go after midfielder Benjamin Stambouli picked him out on the left of the penalty area but Enyeama thwarted him.

“It’s not the perfect preparation for Chelsea because we didn’t win,” PSG’s Brazilian center half Marquinhos said. “Lille played very well: they were very aggressive and didn’t leave any

space in midfield.”

Elsewhere, Nantes moved provisionally up to fourth place with a 2-1 home win against Lorient, as Brazilian midfielder Adryan Oliveira Tavares and striker Emiliano Sala grabbed a goal each.

Bordeaux scores goals as easily as it concedes them. Following a 4-3 midweek defeat to Nantes in the French Cup, Bordeaux bounced back with a 4-2 win away to Guingamp — taking the total of goals conceded to 18 in six games.

Also Saturday, last-place Troyes won 3-2 at Gazelec Ajaccio; Montpellier beat struggling Toulouse 2-0 to move away from the relegation zone; and Bastia won 1-0 away to Reims, which slumped to 17th place. In Sunday’s other matches, Lyon hosts Caen and Nice takes on Marseille. (ap)

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PSG’s Edinson Cavani picks himself up during his League One soccer match against Lille, at the Parc des Princes stadium, in Paris, Saturday, Feb. 13, 2016.

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Spaniard Nadal’s loss was another early season setback for the 14-times grand slam champion who was dumped out of the first round of the Australian Open by unseeded compatriot Fernando Verdasco, one of the biggest shocks of the tournament.

Thiem will face another Spaniard in the final after Nicolas Al-

magro beat second seed and former champion David Ferrer 6-4 7-5.

It was Almagro’s first win over the world number six at the 16th time of asking and came after Ferrer had to finish his rain-delayed quarter-final earlier on Saturday.

“This is the reward for many months of hard work, but there’s no time to celebrate,” Almagro said. “I have to focus on tomorrow’s match and hopefully I can play at the same level.”

Nadal will head to Brazil for next week’s Rio Open where he will attempt again to reach his 100th elite final. (rtr)

TORONTO-Zach LaVine of the Minnesota Timberwolves overcame Aaron Gordon of the Orlando Magic to repeat as the NBA Slam Dunk champion on Saturday after both impressed with gravity-defying displays of athleticism and imagination.

In one of the most riveting slam dunk contests in recent years, LaVine and Gordon went toe-to-toe in the first two rounds of the final round then needed a pair of tie-breakers, where the former sealed it with his fourth consecutive perfect 50 score.

LaVine, a 20-year-old second-year NBA player, joined Michael Jordan (1987-88), Jason Richardson (2002-03) and Nate Robinson (200910) as the only players to win consecutive slam dunk contests.

The streak of perfect scores from the two players ended when Gordon, who enlisted a mascot rotating on a hoverboard for one of his earlier dunks, ran along the baseline en route to a jackknife dunk that earned him 47 points.

LaVine sealed it on the next attempt when he soared into the air from a step inside the free-throw line and made a between-the-legs dunk that earned a perfect score from a panel of judges that included basketball greats Magic Johnson and Shaquille O’Neal.

Earlier, Klay Thompson knocked off defending champion and Golden State Warriors team mate Stephen Curry and Devin Booker of the Phoenix Suns to win the three-point contest after capping the final round by draining his last eight shots.

Minnesota Timberwolves rookie Karl-Anthony Towns pulled off an upset in the Skills Challenge, an event that tests dribbling, passing, and shooting, when he became the first big man to win a competition normally dominated by guards.

Towns, the top pick of the 2015 NBA Draft, dribbled through an obstacle course, sent a pass through a target, made a layup and a three-point shot quicker than Boston Celtics guard Isaiah Thomas in the final round of an event that included front court players for the first time. (rtr)

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The American left-hander, chasing a record-equalling fifth victory in the pro-am event held on the picturesque Monterey Peninsula, fired a flawless six-under-par 66

on the Pebble Beach host course, one of three venues being used for this event.

Mickelson broke clear of a congested leaderboard with three consecutive birdies on his back nine on the way to a 16-under total of 199, two ahead of Japan’s Hiroshi Iwata, who carded a 69 at Spyglass Hill.

Swede Freddie Jacobson, after a 68 at Monterey Peninsula Country Club, and South Korean Kang

Sung-hoon, who returned a 70 at Pebble Beach, were a further stroke back at 13 under.

“I fought hard today,” the 45year-old Mickelson told Golf Channel. “The golf course was playing much more difficult with the firm greens and the wind picking up.

“There were a lot of holes I just had to fight for pars. I probably didn’t strike it as well as I have been striking it this year, or even in the

first couple of rounds.

“But I was able to get up and down, miss it in the right spot and salvage a lot pars on some difficult holes today.”

An early morning fog delay gave way to unbroken sunshine at Pebble Beach before Iwata, Jacobson, England’s Justin Rose and Kang held a share of the lead at 13 under midway through the round.

Mickelson then made it a five-

way tie at the top when he chipped in for birdie from just off the back of the green at the par-five 18th, his ninth hole of the day.

The American seized control after the turn, his run of three birdies from the fifth putting him two ahead of the chasing pack before he safely parred the eighth and ninth to remain on course for his first PGA Tour win since the 2013 British Open. (rtr)

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In this Oct. 18, 2011 file photo, U.S. Supreme Court justice Antonin Scalia looks into the balcony before addressing the Chicago-Kent College Law justice in Chicago. On Saturday, Feb. 13, 2016, the U.S. Marshals Service confirmed that Scalia has died at the age of 79.

balance, not just the presidency, but the Supreme Court,” Cruz said. “If we get this wrong, if we nominate the wrong candidate, the Second Amendment, life, marriage, religious liberty, every one of those hangs in the balance.”

Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina also took a shot at Trump. “Donald Trump is not a conservative, so I don’t trust him to pick a judge,” Graham said before the debate. A real estate mogul, Trump has supported Democratic politicians in the past. Trump, who also has taken several positions at odds with Republican orthodoxy, joined other candidates at the debate in insisting that Senator Mitch McConnell, Republican majority leader in the Senate, stand by his promise to block any Obama high court choice.

“It’s up to Mitch McConnell and everyone else to stop it,” Trump, a former reality TV show host, said. “It’s called delay, delay, delay.” Under the U.S. system, the president nominates justices for the nine-member court and the Senate confirms them. The last justice to be approved by the Senate of the opposite party during an election year was Justice Anthony Kennedy in 1988. Obama has already indicated that he intends to send a choice to the Senate in coming weeks, meaning that the nominee will be heavily scrutinized by presidential candidates in both parties - and more than likely be opposed by the majority of Republicans.

“The court may genuinely be a major issue this year,” said David Axelrod, a former top political adviser to Obama. “It will be a hell of a fight.”

Criticism of the court, which in recent years has upheld Obama’s sweeping healthcare plan and legalized same-sex marriage, has already been a thread running through several Republican candidates’ campaigns. The conservative majority on the court had appeared poised to invalidate Obama’s immigration and climate-change policies. The loss of Scalia, considered to be a lodestar of conservative legal thought, and the potential swing of the court to the left, ensures that whatever drama plays out in the Senate this year will be mirrored on the campaign trail. (rtr)

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Dust and debris rise above houses after a cliff collapsed due to an earthquake on the Whitewash Head area, located above Scarborough Beach in the suburb of Sumner, Christchurch, New Zealand, February 14, 2016. A strong 5.7 magnitude earthquake struck near Christchurch in New Zealand on Sunday, causing cliffs to collapse into the sea but no major damage to the city, which was devastated by a 2011 quake which killed nearly 200 people.

New Zealand’s Christchurch rocked by 5.7 magnitude quake, cliffs collapse into sea

WELLINGTON - A strong 5.7 magnitude earthquake struck near Christchurch in New Zealand on Sunday, causing cliffs to collapse into the sea but no major damage to the city, which was devastated by a 2011 quake which killed nearly 200 people. The epicentre of Sunday’s quake on New Zealand’s south island was 15 kms (9 miles) east of Christchurch and at a shallow depth of 15 km (9 miles), said the country’s seismological body Geonet.

Geonet said there were more than 40 aftershocks.

The quake came eight days before the anniversary of the deadly 2011 quake that caused upwards of NZ$40 billion ($26.52 billion) of damage, causing much of the city to require a rebuild. Police

said there were no reports of major damage or serious injuries, but people were evacuated from several buildings and there were reports of some liquefaction.

The Christchurch City Council said cliffs collapsed in several places along the surrounding coast, spreading large clouds of billowing dust across the sea and hills.

“Obviously with a 5.7 magnitude earthquake so close to the eastern coast of Christchurch its certainly been a big shock for the city, a set back in terms of people’s confidence and feeling of security,” said Christchurch Mayor Lianne Dalziel. “Our city is stronger than it was five years ago. There are going to be a lot of people out there feeling very vulnerable.” (rtr)

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Head of BAFTA: Film industry not diverse enough

LONDON — The head of the British Academy Film and Television Awards says its annual ceremony does not feature more ethnic minority nominees because the film industry itself is not diverse enough.

Amanda Berry says she supports a peaceful protest against the lack of diversity outside the star-studded event, being held in London on Sunday.

Berry told the Daily Telegraph newspaper that not enough movies are made with diverse talent so “the pool of people to draw award winners from isn’t diverse enough.” She added that “people can only vote on what they’ve seen.” Her comments follow a controversy surrounding racial diversity at the Oscars.

Two black actors have been nominated for BAFTAs this year: Idris Elba for best supporting actor and “Star Wars” actor John Boyega for a rising star award.(ap)

Greek farmers end blockade of central Athens in tax dispute

ATHENS — Greek farmers protesting planned tax hikes and pension changes have left a central Athens square where they had been camped out since Friday but are vowing to keep protesting until the government listens.

The farmers, who had set up 68 blockades with tractors and agricultural vehicles on highways across Greece, will convene Monday to decide how to proceed, farmers’ representative Vangelis Boutas said.

He said they also want measures to lower production costs, such as tax-free diesel, cheaper electricity and no VAT on supplies.

Earlier Saturday, police estimated that 12,000 protesters marched to Athens’ Syntagma Square outside Parliament to support the farmers. The march was called by unions allied with Greece’s Communist Party.

Police also arrested a 30-year-old for attacking a patrol car during Friday’s clashes between farmers and police.(ap)

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Farmers wave a Greek flag during an anti-government rally in front of the parliament in Athens, on Saturday, Feb. 13, 2016.

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This Monday, July 6, 2015 photo shows a sign for Wall Street carved into the side of a building, in New York. European stocks rose Friday, Feb. 12, 2016 shrugging off a bad day in Asia, as the sell-off in banking shares abated and oil prices rebounded from a 12-year low. But Japan’s main stock index lost nearly 5 percent, leading other Asian markets lower.

US stocks end a down week on an up note

U.S. stocks ended a down week on a high note Friday, snapping a five-day losing streak on the strength of energy and financial companies. A sharp rebound in oil prices and an encouraging report on retail sales helped lift the stock market to its first gain since late last week.

Despite the rally, the major U.S. stocks indexes ended the week down about 1 percent and they remain down more than 8 percent for the year.

“It’s a relief to see after several very ugly days in a row, but I wouldn’t hang my hat on it and say the worst is over,” said Rob Eschweiler, global investment specialist at J.P. Morgan.

The Dow Jones industrial average rose 313.66 points, or 2 percent, to 15,973.84. The Standard & Poor’s 500 gained 35.70 points, or 2 percent, to 1,864.78. The Nasdaq composite added 70.67 points, or 1.7 percent, to 4,337.51.

Global stocks have been in a slump since the beginning of the year on concerns that growth in China, which has been the engine of the global economy in recent years, is slowing far faster than expected.

Plunging oil prices and low inflation have added to the market’s jitters that the global economy is sputtering.

Those worries also helped drive the stock market lower in recent days, and continued to batter stocks in Asia. Japan’s main stock index

lost nearly 5 percent Friday. But the downbeat trend in the U.S. snapped as investors were encouraged by retail sales and a rally in European stocks.

A surge in oil prices helped put investors in a buying mood early on. A day after sinking to its lowest level since May 2003, benchmark U.S. crude climbed $3.23, or 12.3 percent, to close at $29.44 a barrel in New York. Brent crude, a benchmark for international oils, gained $3.30, or 11 percent, to $33.36 a barrel in London.

The oil rebound sent the S&P 500’s energy companies 2.6 percent higher. Marathon Oil was the best performer in the sector, rising 48 cents, or 6.8 percent, to $7.49.

“Oil, which has been one of the most fickle, most volatile series that everybody’s watching, is having a nice day,” said Tim Dreiling, regional investment director for The Private Client Reserve of U.S. Bank. “Europe is continuing to look good. And it looked like (the market) was oversold.”

Financial shares led the market’s advance. The sector is the worst

performing part of the market this year because investors expect that low interest rates around the world will sap bank profits, but it rallied 4 percent Friday.

JP Morgan Chase climbed $4.42, or 8.3 percent, to $57.49, while Citigroup added $2.56, or 7.3 percent, to $37.54. Bank of America rose 79 cents, or 7.1 percent, to $11.95.

Meanwhile, Deutsche Bank AG surged 12.1 percent after the bank offered to buy back more than $5 billion in bonds in a display of financial strength. The stock gained $1.87 to $17.38.

Traders also welcomed a report from the Commerce Department indicating a modest gain in retail sales last month. The data, which came in ahead of expectations, suggested that consumers kept shopping despite sharp drops in stock prices.

The positive sales report and recent jobs data showing a pickup in wage growth suggest the economy is holding up better than Wall Street thinks, Eschweiler said.

“It solidifies our view that the markets are pricing in a significantly higher probability of recession than what we think the fundamentals currently dictate,” he said.

Encouraging quarterly results from some companies also helped lift the market.(ap)

Ampera Bridge on Musi River, Palembang, South Sumatra, which will be one of the locations is prepared to witness the total solar eclipse of March 9, 2016.

PALEMBANG - The total solar eclipse, forecast to occur on March 9, 2016, will look more interesting in Palembang because it will not be hindered by the weather and clouds.

Based on weather forecast information, there will be no rain, and the sky over the city of Palembang will be bright when the total solar eclipse occurs, South Sumatra Culture and Tourism Office Spokesperson Irene Camelyn Sinaga remarked here Saturday.

However, even if it rained, it would not be heavy and not interfere with the view of the total solar eclipse, she added.

Therefore, the local Culture and Tourism Office will take advantage of this event to attract more tourists

to Palembang to witness this rare and interesting natural phenomenon, she said.

Furthermore, the Ampera Bridge over the Musi River in Palembang will become the culinary hub for viewers of the total solar eclipse, Irene added. Several food stalls will be set up along the bridge for a multitude of people who will throng the location to observe the event, according to her.

She had coordinated with various agencies, including food vendors, to welcome the rare and beautiful natural phenomenon, Irene revealed. All preparations had been made, including the food vendors, to serve thousands of people who will gather to witness the solar eclipse, she noted.(ant)

Social Minister to visit flood victims in Kampar, Riau

JAKARTA - Social Affairs Minister Khofifah Indar Parawansa is to visit flood victims in Kualu village, Tambang sub-district, Kampar District, Riau Province. “I will see the locations affected by flooding in Kampar, and locations once hit by fires,” Minister Khofifah said, here, Saturday.

She will present relief aid worth Rp696 million constituting food, clothes, and evacuation facilities.

The Riau provincial authorities have declared a flood alert status as flooding has spread and killed two inhabitants, while precipitation is still high now.

Three districts - Kampar, Rokan Hulu and

Kuantan Singingi, have also declared flood emergency status.

The Riau disaster mitigation office has disbursed Rp500 million to help flood victims in Kampar and Rokan Hulu. In Kampar, 56 villages located in 12 sub-districts were submerged with floodwaters reaching a height of up to 1.7 meters. Some 26,614 families or 133,070 people were affected. Floods in Rokan Hulu spread to seven sub-districts, and affected at least 11,438 people.

Indonesia is currently experiencing the peak of the rainy season that has caused flooding in several regions, including in West Sumatra, Bangka Belitung, North Sumatra, and West and East Kalimantan, in addition to West and Central Java, Jambi, and Aceh.(ant)

The flood which happen in Kampar, Riau

President Jokowi urged to be wary in defining terrorism JAKARTA - House of Representatives (DPR) Commission-I Deputy Chairperson Meutya Hafid has urged President Joko Widodo (Jokowi) to adopt a cautious approach while defining the meaning of terrorism during his speech at the US-ASEAN Summit. “The definition of terrorism for the United States and ASEAN is different, and President Jokowi should explain it as Indonesia is a Muslim majority country,” Meutya stated when contacted on Friday.

She noted that the president should shed light on it as the definition of terrorism in Indonesia is

different from the perspective of Western nations, which associate it with a particular religion.

Meutya said President Jokowi should be able to clarify that terrorism is an act of terror and is not associated with any specific religion. “Terrorism is defined as an act of terror, and it is not associated with a particular religion as perceived by Western countries,” she affirmed.

Meutya added that President Jokowi must be careful, lest the USASEAN forum forms an opinion that Islam is associated with terrorism.

She said President Jokowi should present his own perspective while defining terrorism at the US-ASEAN Summit on February 15-16, 2016.

According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, US President Barack Obama has appointed President Jokowi to be the lead speaker at a session in the US-ASEAN Summit in Sunnylands, California.

Obama has urged President Jokowi to be the main speaker at the summit on terrorism due to Indonesias success in handling the terrorist attack that occurred on January 14, 2016, in Jakarta.(ant)

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Anti-graft agency arrests official of Supreme Court

JAKARTA - The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has arrested an official of the Supreme Court (MA).

“He is not a judge, but one of the heads of the sub-directorate,” KPK Chief Agus Rajardjo said in a short text message, here, Saturday.

In an operation Friday evening, the agency caught six people including the MAs official red-handed. The KPK team also confiscated two cars and money in the operation in Jakarta.

One of MAs sub-directorate heads was arrested by the KPK Friday evening, MA spokesman Ridwan Mansyur confirmed.

The officials wife said the KPK arrested her husband at her home, he explained.(ant)

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Israel pessimistic on Syria ceasefire, eyes sectarian partition

More than 5,000 pregnant women in Colombia have Zika virus-govt

JERUSALEM, Feb 14 (Reuters) - Israel voiced doubt on Sunday that an international ceasefire plan for Syria would work, with one senior official suggesting a sectarian partition of the country might be preferable.

While formally neutral on the five-year civil war wracking its neighbour, Israel has some sway among the world powers that have mounted armed interventions and which on Friday agreed on a “cessation of hostilities” to begin within a week.

The deal, clinched at a Munich security conference, is already beset by recriminations between Russia, which backs Syrian President Bashar al-Assad militarily and wants to see his rule restored, and Western powers that have called for change in Damascus involving some opposition groups.

“The situation in Syria is very complex, and it is hard to see how the war and mass killing there are stopped,” Israeli Defence Minister Moshe Yaalon, in Munich to meet European counterparts and Jordan’s King Abdullah, said in statement.

“Syria as we have known it will not be united anew in the foreseeable future, and at some point I reckon that we will see enclaves, whether organised or not, formed by the various sectors that live and are fighting there.”

Ram Ben-Barak, director general of Israel’s Intelligence Ministry, described partition as “the only possible solution”.

“I think that ultimately Syria should be turned into regions, under the control of whoever is there - the Alawites where they are, the Sunnis where they are,” Ben-Barak told Israel’s Army Radio, referring to Assad’s minority sect and the majority Muslim denomination, respectively. “I can’t see how a situation can be reached where those same 12 percent Alawites go back to ruling the Sunnis, of whom they killed half a million people there. Listen, that’s crazy.” Helped by Russian firepower, Syrian government forces and their allies have been encircling rebel-held areas of Aleppo. That would give Assad effective control of western Syria, Ben-Barak said, although much of the east is dominated by Islamic State insurgents.

An Assad victory in Aleppo, Ben-Barak said, “will not solve the problem, because the battles will continue. You have ISIS there and the rebels will not lay down their weapons.” While sharing foreign worries about Islamic State advances, Israel worries that the common threat from the insurgents has created a de-facto axis between world powers and its arch-foe Iran, which also has troops helping Assad.

“As long as Iran is in Syria, the country will not return to what it was, and it will certainly find it difficult to become stable as a country that is divided into enclaves, because the Sunni forces there will not allow this,” Yaalon said. (rtr)

Cases of the virus total 31,555, the institute said in a epidemiology bulletin, among them 5,013 pregnant women. Zika, which has spread to more than 30 countries, has been linked to birth defect microcephaly and to neurological disease Guillain-Barre syndrome.

Total reported Zika cases increased by 23 percent over last week’s figures, while the number of pregnant women with the virus was up 57.8 percent. Much remains unknown about Zika, including whether the virus actually causes microcephaly.

Brazil is investigating the potential link between Zika infections and more than 4,300 suspected cases of the birth defect, a condition marked by abnormally small head size that can result in developmental problems.

Researchers have confirmed

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu attends the weekly cabinet meeting in Jerusalem February 14, 2016.

AMLAPURA - Opposition to the Benoa Bay reclamation plan is becoming increasingly widespread. Seraya customary village, located on Bali’s east coast in Karangasem is the latest of many villages in Bali, to have taken a stand against the reclamation plan.

Seraya’s village chief, Nyoman Matal, said on Friday (Feb. 12) that the reclamation at Benoa Bay would make Bali increasingly imbalanced and he is calling to other customary villages in Bali to also take a stand because –as Matal said, reclamation does not only affects coastal areas but is also a threat to nature, tradition and culture.

“It is referred to as revitalization but if it is being done in the interest of tourism it is unacceptable. South Bali is already overcrowded and jammed with traffic. Do not make Bali more and more unbalanced and dangerous” emphasized the former head of Karangasem’s paliament, Seraya Chief Nyoman Matal. According to Matal, if Bali is progressively made lame, it is fair to assume that the government is no longer thinking thoroughly about the welfare of Bali. He pointed out that, other parts of Bali, such as the Northern and Eastern regions have been waiting for a more equal distribution of the tourism pie and the prosperity that comes with it. If inequality and discrimination -in terms of distribution of wealth, continue to occur in Bali, he said, the peace of the Balinese people will be negatively affected.

In reference to the notion of revitalization, Matal also spoke of the fact that nearly all of Bali’s coastlines have become damaged and are in need of ‘revitalization’ – not just Benoa Bay. Seraya’s village chief is therfor asking that both he government and investors not impose their will on the island. Bali, he explained, has unique features and aspects that cannot be equated with the kind of progress that reclamation might bring to other places.

“Stop all activities related to reclamation in Bali. Public exposes on environmental impact analysis are no longer needed” he said.

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A health worker fumigates as part of preventive measures against the Zika virus and other mosquito-borne diseases, at the cemetery of Presbitero Maestro in Lima, Peru, February 12, 2016.

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Seraya customary village, located on Bali’s east coast in Karangasem is the latest of many villages in Bali, to have taken a stand against the reclamation plan.

Since the express rejection of reclamation by the majority of Balinese people –particularly those living on the coasts, has been ignored by the government and by the investors, Matal is asking all customary villages in Bali to take a stance. The government, including the legislative assembly have, apparently been unable to speak on behalf of the public when it comes to excessive investors. In order that the aspirations of the customary villages of Bali be accommodated, Matal is urging the customary village general assembly (MUDP) of Bali (MUDP) to accommodate the aspirations of customary villagers who want to take action to safeguard Bali’s land.

Matal also asks that customary institutions remain calm in addressing the reclamation issue. Getting emotional or worse yet taking anarchic action, he said is not the way of the Balinese people. He did, however, insist that the attitudes expressed by the customary villages need to be taken very seriously, given that this institution represents the spirit of the people of Bali. Matal is urging the MUDP to immediately accommodate the aspirations of customary institutions in Bali who have begun to intensely voice their opposition to the Benoa Bay reclamation plan. Two other village; Ujung Hyang and Bugbug recently joined an increasingly long list of villages

that are firmly declaring their rejection of the reclamation plan.

Data from the Karangasem Public Works Agency (PU) states that, Seraya village –that is also well known for its gebug ende (war dance), has coastline along 13,764 meters and is divided into three administrative villages. West Seraya that has 2,618 meters of coastline; Central Seraya that has 5,094 and East Seraya that has 6,052 meters of coast.

Karangasem has a total of about 85 kilometers of coastline, 33.3 kilometers of which have been damaged by abrasion, while only 200 meters have been fitted with revetments. (kmb31)

Japan helps handle abrasion in Badung

I Made Badra

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MANGUPURA - Japanese government finally agreed to assist Indonesia in the Government to Government (G to G) program in order to cope with abrasion in Indonesia, including in Badung.

Reportedly, the cooperation will be agreed upon in April.

This was justified by the Head of the Badung Fisheries and Maritime Affairs Agency, I Made Badra. According to him, local government will immediately hold a coordination meeting next week with the Coastal Management Coordination Team (TKMPT), consisting of technical institutions of the Environment Agency (BLH) and the

Regional Development Planning Board (Bappeda).

“There has been an agreement from Japanese government. As information, signature of the cooperation between the Indonesian government and Japanese government will be made in April 2016,” said Made Badra as confirmed on Friday (Feb. 12).

Moreover, he said that the BaliPenida River Agency has requested the data to local government in relation to the location that will get the priority in the handling of abrasion.

“In principle, if there is something needed to be arranged, we will include in the handling. In this case,

we will include the Kedonganan Beach and Jimbaran Beach to get the priority,” he said.

He described the coastal areas in Badung experience severe abrasion and require priority handling as they occur almost evenly ranging from the Cemagi, Seminyak, Legian to Kuta Beach. “For example, the abrasion in front of the cemetery of Kuta customary village occurs along 200 meters, Cemagi Beach along 100 meters and Canggu Beach along 200 meters,” he said. Unfortunately, Badra did not dare to make sure when the project can be realized because signature of the cooperation with

Japanese government will have just been made in the upcoming April. “Possibly the project can just be started in 2017. Currently, we only focus first on collecting data, which shoreline needs to be handled and how much budget will be needed, so this must be counted,” he said.

As reported, the handling of abrasion in Badung has been done by the government in collaboration with Japanese government. In 2008, the Indonesia—Japan government cooperation could accumulate the budget worth IDR 400 billion for the first phase of the arrangement. (kmb27)

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BOGOTA - More than 5,000 pregnant Colombian women are infected with the mosquito-borne Zika virus, the country’s national health institute said on Saturday, as the disease continues its rapid spread across the Americas. more than 460 of these cases as microcephaly and identified evidence of Zika infection in 41 of these cases, but have not proven the virus can cause microcephaly.

There are so far no recorded cases of Zika-linked microcephaly in Colombia, the government has said. Officials are still examining figures from countries such as Brazil, but say Colombia can expect between 500 and 600 cases this year.

There is no vaccine or treatment for Zika, which causes mild fever, rash and red eyes. An estimated 80 percent of people infected have no symptoms. The institute said 29.4 percent of pregnant women with Zika live in Norte de Santander province, along the eastern border with Venezuela.

Colombia’s Caribbean region,

which includes popular tourist destinations Cartagena and Santa Marta, had more than 12,488 cases of the virus, the bulletin showed.

The government has said pregnant women with Zika are eligible to access much-restricted abortion services. Many women struggle to find abortion providers even when they meet strict legal requirements and illegal abortions are widespread.

One Bogota abortion clinic said several women with Zika had come for consultations, but would not confirm if procedures took place.

Local media reported what they said was the first abortion in the country because of Zika last week.

Colombian authorities have urged women to delay pregnancy for six to eight months. The World Health Organization estimates Zika could eventually affect as many as 4 million people. Colombia expects up to 600,000 cases this year. The health minister has said he believes three deaths are connected with Zika. (rtr)

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DENPASAR – Trend on purchasing low cost green car (LCGC) in Bali increase during 2015. LCGC market size in Bali, said Sales Manager Greator Jabodetabek Datsun Indonesia, Indra Yanto, reaching around 8 percent.

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The Queen of the Nice Carnival 2016’s float parades during the 132nd Nice carnival parade, Saturday, Feb. 13, 2016, in Nice, southeastern France. The Carnival celebrates this year the “King of Media”.

NICE-The main winter event on the Riviera is one of the largest carnivals in the world, offering a programme of unforgettable entertainment from 13th to 28th February 2016. The carnival processions, comprising

Carnaval de Nice

16 floats work their way up to a crescendo of gigantic celebrations on the Place Masséna.

These giant, colourful parades take place day and night, with entertainment provided by over 1,000 musicians and dancers

from across the world. In a unique setting, on the Promenade des Anglais, the elegant “flower battles” are part of the carnival not to be missed. On floats decorated with the most stunning floral compositions,

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extravagantly dressed characters throw out mimosas, gerberas, and lilies into the public. For over 15 days, the city hums to the rhythm of this genuine, fairytale event. Get a passport for the celebration and let the magic do

The market potential of LCGC in Bali, said Indra, make PT. Nissan Motor Indonesia (NIM) as producer of Datsun, decided to focus more in Bali. “We see the market potential in Bali still high,” he said.

Datsun in 2014 had issued two variants of LCGCs, Datsun GO (two-row passengers) and Datsun GO+ (three-row passengers). He said the response on these two variants in Bali has been quite positive. Since its launch, sales of these two products reach about 100 units per month, dominated

by Datsun GO+.

“In terms of market size, LGCG reach about 500-600 units per month and Datsun market share around 12 percent,” he said.

For 2016, he is optimistic Datsun to sell about 160 units per month. He argued there are several areas, like Singaraja,

Karangasem, and Tabanan, still not targeted to the fullest. “Currently, the largest consumer Datsun comes from Denpasar and Badung, with majority are first-car buyer,” he said.

To appreciate Bali’s consumers, said Indra, NIM held “Datsun Carnival” on Sunday (7/2). There was variety of entertainments in the carnival that held for the first time in Indonesia.

Datsun Day presents a variety of entertainment for families that were divided into three specific areas; Father Zone (for men and fathers); Mother Zone (for women and mothers); as well as the Kids Zone (for children).

Each family member is free to choose a variety of exciting and educational activities such as, beauty class, drawing and coloring competition, entertainment from local artist, Nanoe Biru. (kmb18)

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Datsun Day presents a variety of entertainment for families that were divided into three specific areas; Father Zone (for men and fathers); Mother Zone (for women and mothers); as well as the Kids Zone (for children).

Chinese tourist killed by waves on Lembongan Beach

its work. Come and forget the dullness of winter and take in the sun on the French Riviera!

The Carnival “King of Media” will show his fans that he has more than one string to his bow!

(IBP/net)

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The King of the Nice Carnival 2016’s float parades during the 132nd Nice carni- A float parades during the 132nd Nice carnival parade, Saturday, Feb. 13, 2016, val parade, Saturday, Feb. 13, 2016, in Nice, southeastern France. The Carnival in Nice, southeastern France. The Carnival celebrates this year the “King of celebrates this year the “King of Media”.

Media”.

Dream Beach in Lembongan village.

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SEMARAPURA - The waters of Nusa Penida, Klungkung, have claimed another victim. This time, a tourist from China named Zhu Guangyao, 58, died as he was swept away while swimming swimming at Dream Beach, in Lembongan village on Friday afternoon (Feb. 12). After a 30 minute search conducted by police officer in the area where the victim had been swept away, the tourist’s body was found floating in the sea.

Chief of the Klungkung Water Police, I Putu Ardana, on Friday, confirmed that the Chinese tourist’s body had been found drowned. He explained that the victim and his wife, son and daughter were holidaying on Nusa Lembongan. They had arrived from Sanur Beach and arrived at Tanjung Sangyang Harbor in Lembongan at around 10:00 a.m. They then hired a small boat and enjoyed sightseeing around the island.

When they arrived at Dream Beach, the victim was impressed with the beauty of the coastal panorama of Batu Belek. The victim decided to take a dip in the water while his wife and kids waited onboard. “After swimming for a few minutes the victim was then seized by waves and drowned”, said Putu Ardana.

The victim’s wife, Li Yasen, 57, along with her son and daughter immediately cried for help from the people around them. Nearby residents and the Water Police started searching for the victim right away. Due to the bad weather conditions at the time, it took about thirty minutes to finally locate the victim, whose body was found floating dead. The body was taken to the Nusa Penida health center II for a post mortem medical examination, from which it was determined that he had died of a ruptured lung from having taken in too much sea water.

“After having been taken to the health center, the victim’s body was then immediately ferried back to Sanur by the surviving family and commended at the Sanglah Hospital morgue” said Putu Ardana. (119)

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Adi asserted that thinking in the form of studies are needed to address the policy of central government. Do not let Bali with many sacred places are blocked by foreign businessmen. The culture becoming the driving force of tourism must go hand in hand as it is.

“This culture must run as it is but travelers can enjoy it, so that the enjoyers may not bother the ceremonies. Bali is not for travelers, but travelers for Bali. Culture must be put forward and after that travelers can enjoy,” he said.

The Head of the Bali Investment and Licensing Office, Ida Bagus Made Parwata, said that in the Law No. 25/2007 is mentioned that the government cannot provide different treatment in licensing services for foreign investment (FDI) and domestic investment. Nevertheless, his office must still prioritize domestic investments.

“The logic is like this, if it poses

foreign investment, the profits will flow out of the country as well. But if they are all domestic investments, the profits will go round the country and it is much more profitable.

But when the domestic investment cannot meet investment needs, we are looking for foreign investment.

However, the treatment to them should not discriminate,” he said.

Parwata added that his office has encouraged the increasing number of investments in Bali especially in the areas experiencing economic slowdown such as North Bali, West Bali and East Bali. Various facilities for investors have also been set forth in the regional bylaw draft on the Provision of Incentives and Investment Facility for Investor and the Public currently being verified in the Minister of Home Affairs.

“It has been set forth so that it can motivate or stimulate foreign and domestic investment to invest in Bali. The facilities include licensing as well as fiscal and non-fiscal incentives. In terms of fiscal, they may get tax relief especially taxes or levies,” he explained. (kmb32)

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The 11th Sanur VIllage Festival

Set for 24-28 August 2016 at Maisonette Area, Inna Grand Bali Beach

After a phenomenal one decade of the event, Sanur Village Festival (SVF) hits it’s 11th year and will happen from August 24-28, 2016 in Mainsonette Area, Inna Grand Bali Beach, in sunny Sanur Bali bringing the theme Tat Twam Asi. As one of the largest community events in Bali, the event attracted more than 80 thousand spectators last year. Showcasing more than 100 performances across the 5 day event, there is no doubt the program will be amazing this year.

With more details coming up these coming 2 months, there is something special planned, we are Statue, one of the product of small industry in Bali

Mangupura - A tourist from South Africa, Gerhard Engel, 42, was killed on Jalan Batu Bolong, Canggu, North Kuta, Friday (Feb. 12). Initially Gerhard rode motorcycle and lose balance on arrival at the scene and plunged into a ditch.

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ing the beach, reforestation, baby turtle release, surfing competition, jukung competition, fruit and ice carving, cultural parade, fishing tournament, photo competition, and golf tournament.

“The festival will always be

community driven and celebrates the society, therefore it is truly the icon event people look forward to every year,” says IB Gede Sidharta Putra, better known as Gusde, founder of SVF, “This year’s event will be bigger and more festive with

new and old programs loved by all the visitors.

This summer come in from all over the world to enjoy some warm weather, good food and fun for the whole family this August in sunny Sanur.

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Motorcycle flung into ditch, a foreigner killed in Kuta

Muslim activists display posters during a protest against Valentine’s Day in Jakarta, Indonesia, Sunday, Feb. 14, 2016.

Dozens of activists staged the protest calling on Muslims to avoid the celebration of the western holiday, saying that it’s against Islamic teachings and could lead to forbidden sexual relations.

highlighting two major events tied in together with the SVF, the Bali International Triathlon that has recently moved venue from Jimbaran to Sanur and The World Heritage Forum, both scheduled in August.

Then we add a the iconic activity favorites such as food festival, Small Medium Enterprise (SME) bazaar, and musical performances by national and local artists, International Kite Festival, body painting, and many more fun social events to make SVF an unforgettable experience that keeps the Sanur community buzzing all year long. Other favorites that visitors can enjoy among them are clean-

“The victim works as a photographer and stays on Jalan Brawa Gang Jalak, North Kuta,” said Chief of North Kuta Police, I Wayan Arta Ariawan.

As testimony of witnesses, added the police chief, around 04:00 in the morning, the victim was riding a motorcycle and moving from the south.

On arrival at the scene precisely in front of a restaurant the victim was unable to control the pace of his motorcycle. Allegedly the victim rode his motorbike at high speed. As a result, the victim along with his motorcycle crashed into the ditch and hit the wall of the east side.

“The victim died at the scene. Then, the victim’s body was taken to Badung Hospital. The case was already handled by traffic accident affairs of the Badung Police,” he said. (kmb36)

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Balinese Temple Ceremony

Every Temple and Shrine has a special date for it annual Ceremony, or “ Odalan “, every 210 days according to Balinese calendar, including the smaller ancestral shrine which each family possesses. Because of this practically every few days a ceremony of festival of some kind takes place in some Village in Bali. There are also times when the entire island celebrated the same Holiday, such as at Galungan, Kuningan, Nyepi day, Saraswati day, Tumpek Landep day, Pagerwesi day, Tumpek Wayang day etc.

The dedication or inauguration day of a Temple is considered its birth day and celebration always takes place on the same day if the wuku or 210 day calendar is used. When new moon is used then the celebration always happens on new moon or full moon. The day of course can differ the religious celebration of a temple lasts at least one full day with some temple celebrating for three days while the celebration of Besakih temple, the Mother Temple, is never less than 7 days and most of the time it lasts for 11 days, depending on the importance of the occasion.

The celebration is very colorful. The shrine are dressed with pieces of cloths and sometimes with brocade, sailings, decorations of carved wood and sometimes painted with gold and Chinese coins, very beautifully arranged, are hung in the four corners of the shrine. In front of shrine are placed red, white or black umbrellas depending which Gods are worshipped in the shrines.

In front of important shrine one sees, besides these umbrellas soars, tridents and other weapons, the “umbulumbul”, long flags, all these are prerogatives or attributes of Holiness. In front of the Temple gate put up “Penjor”, long bamboo poles, decorated beautifully ornaments of young coconut leaves, rice and other products of the land. Most beautiful to see are the girls in their colorful attire, carrying offerings, arrangements of all kinds fruits and colored cakes, to the Temple. Every visitor admires the grace with which the carry their load on their heads.

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Alabama Shakes ready to rock at Grammy Awards

LOS ANGELES — Brittany Howard of Alabama Shakes remembers being a nervous, fresh-faced, first-time nominee at the Grammys back in 2013.

“It was all (like), ‘Well, what’s going to happen. What? Ahhh, it was really stressful. What is this?

What do I do? Go here, go there; Staples Center. What?’ “ Howard recalled in an interview Friday.

She, and her band, are back at the Grammys three years later, competing for four honors, including album of the year for their sophomore effort, “Sound & Color.”

And they mean business.

“Now, it’s like, I’m used to this and this is going to be cool. I’m going to be less stressed out. In the commercial breaks, I’ll get to talk to more people. I’m not afraid to say hello and things like that,” she said. “I’m going to use this as a

huge opportunity to try to meet all my heroes.”

The show, airing live on Monday in Los Angeles, will include performances from Adele, Kendrick Lamar, Taylor Swift, Rihanna and more. Lady Gaga will pay tribute to David Bowie, while members of the Eagles, along with Jackson Browne, will remember the band’s founding member, Glenn Frey.

Alabama Shakes will also perform at the Staples Center, and the band was busy Friday rehearsing “Don’t Wanna Fight,” which is nominated for best rock song and rock performance. “Sound & Color,” which debuted at No. 1 last year, is also up for best alternative

music album.

“I’m proud of the guys,” Howard said of her bandmates. “We all worked really hard on this and put all of our love and creativity into it and it’s nice to get recognized. To be nominated is actually a huge honor; I know it sounds cliché, but it is when you think about who’s voting for you.”

Her competition in the rock category includes more women than men — a rarity for the genre at the Grammys. Florence Welch of Florence + the Machine, singer Elle King and the band Wolf Alice — led by Ellie Rowsell — also earned nominations.

“All the women are out here working just as hard as the guys and proving this is our world, too. We got this,” Howard said. “I’m proud of all the ladies getting nominated and maybe seeing some awards.” (ap)

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One of the slump area in Denpasar. According to Indonesian Vice President, Jusuf Kalla, the social gap in many area is worrying.

BFFs no more: Kanye West, Taylor Swift feud over his ‘Famous’ song

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A combination photo shows singer Taylor Swift (L) in Greenwich, London on February 25, 2015 and Kanye West in Los Angeles, California on August 30, 2015. Looks like Taylor Swift and Kanye West are never, ever getting back together. Just six months after two of the biggest names in music publicly put a long-running feud behind them, the “1989” pop star and the rapper have fallen out again over West’s claim in a new song that he made Swift famous.

NEW YORK - Looks like Taylor Swift and Kanye West are never, ever getting back together.

Just six months after two of the biggest names in music publicly put a long-running feud behind them, the “1989” pop star and the rapper have fallen out again over West’s claim in a new song that he made Swift famous.

“I feel like me and Taylor might still have sex, I made that bitch famous,” rapped West, while unveiling his new single “Famous” on Thursday to an online audience of some 20 million.

The fallout came four days ahead of the Grammy awards ceremony in Los Angeles, where Swift has seven nominations and will be the opening performer. West has four nominations.

West’s new song referred to an infamous 2009 MTV Video Music

Awards (VMA) incident in which he snatched the microphone from Swift during her acceptance speech and declared that Beyonce should have won.

West, who is married to reality television star Kim Kardashian, and Swift put that to rest at the VMA show in August when she presented him with an lifetime award and praised his talents. West later sent Swift dozens of white roses and she called him her BFF (Best Friend Forever).

West said on Friday that Swift, whose “1989” album was the world’s best seller in 2014, had approved the lyrics to “Famous.”

“I did not diss Taylor Swift and I’ve never dissed her,” West said in a string of Twitter postings. He tweeted that Swift came up with the idea for the song and that she thought the line “was funny and gave her blessings.”

But the country-turned-pop star

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denied it and called West a misogynist.

“Kanye did not call for approval, but to ask Taylor to release his single ‘Famous’ on her Twitter account,” Swift’s representative said in a statement. “She declined and cautioned him about releasing a song with such a strong misogynistic message. Taylor was never made aware of the actual lyric, ‘I made that bitch famous.’”

Swift’s brother, Austin Kingsley Swift, responded to the song by posting an Instagram video of himself throwing a pair of West’s Yeezy brand of sought-after fashion shoes into the trash.

West is due to perform on TV sketch show “Saturday Night Live” this weekend to promote his new album “The Life of Pablo.” It was not clear on Friday whether he would attend the Grammys on Monday. (rtr)

Social gap alarming: VP Kalla

JAKARTA - Vice President M. Jusuf Kalla has said that the social gap among communities in Indonesia has reached such an alarming level that the government must pay attention to it.

“In general, the nation is facing a gap which has become a yellow light for all of us. Meaning, it should be corrected,” the Vice President said when opening the Indonesian Property Expo at the Jakarta Convention Center, Saturday.

In urban areas, the social gap is

widening, while in rural areas it is narrowing, he added. One of the indicators of the social gap in cities is property ownership.

“In rural areas, it (the gap) is not too visible, as everyone has almost similar houses. But in cities like Jakarta, poverty is in fact visible,”

he said.

The property disparity is seen in certain areas of Jakarta where luxurious houses are located, while in river banks, there are people living in crowded slum areas, he added.

The state-owned bank BTN, the National Housing Company (Perumnas), and private property developers could provide adequate houses for the community, he

hoped.

“There will be a government regulation regarding this for a wise and proper implementation. The government wants to see a balanced and even growth,” he said. The government will improve policies and economy to curb the social gap, he said.

“A grave social gap in public housing is happening. It should be corrected, or otherwise it will cre-

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ate serious social problems to this nation,” Kalla stated.(ant) News can also be heard in “Bali Image” at Global Radio FM 96.5 from 9.30 until 10.00 am. Listen to Global Radio FM at http:// globalfmbali.listen2myradio.com or live video streaming at http://radioglobalfmbali.com and http:// ustream.tv/channel/global-fm-bali.

Govt gives discretion to foreign investors

Local entrepreneurs will lose start

Denpasar - Economic Policy Package X includes opening the opportunities for foreigners to own 100 percent of shares in 35 areas of business. One of them is in tourism business that so far becomes the backbone of Bali’s economy. On the one hand,

this policy is indeed to encourage the progress of investment considered to remain sluggish. But on the other hand, Bali in particular should be cautious because it relies on culture as the attraction of tourism.

“We have to be careful because tourism in Bali is unique, non-standard and different from the other tourism. Bali tourism is cultural

tourism, and only Balinese people better know about Balinese culture.

So, the outsiders are just connoisseurs and uncertain to carry out. In other words, when applying international or national standards, it is worried not to comply with the local uniqueness owned,” said Chairman of the Bali House of Representatives, Nyoman Adi Wiryatama, in

Denpasar, Friday (Feb. 12).

Adi added that this policy will also greatly impact on local businesses because local entrepreneurs do not have big capital like foreign entrepreneurs. When analogized to a sprint, the local entrepreneurs are likely to lose start far behind. In other words, the foreign investment allowed to get much freedom will

not benefit local entrepreneurs.

“It’s impossible to start equally.

Foreign entrepreneurs have more advanced preparation. We need to think this in the future how local entrepreneurs can implement local culture and do something,” he explained.

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