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UNASUR pro-tempore chairmanship passed on to Uruguay - PM and Foreign Minister attend

PRIME MINISTER Samuel Hinds and Minister of Foreign Affairs Carolyn Rodrigues-Birkett led a Guyana team to meetings in Eucador which demonstrate both regular business and progress of the Union of South American Nations (UNASUR).

On December 4, at a meeting of Heads in Guyaquil, the annual Pro-Tempore Chairmanship of UNASUR was passed from President Desi Delano Bouterse of Suriname to President Jose Alberto Mujica Cordano of Eastern Republic of Uruguay.

On December 5, in Quito, the new modern magnificent headquarters building of UNASUR was inaugurated during day long ceremonies of great pomp and splendour. The location, known as the “Centre of the Earth”, lent greatly to the grandeur of the occasion, set at the foot of a low hill leading to a temple to the Sun God, amidst peaks of the Andean mountain range; the Equator is marked on a line through the Centre of the Temple.

The 12-member UNASUR comprise: Brazil, Argentina, Uruguay, Ecuador, Venezuela, Guyana, Peru, Paraguay, Suriname, Colombia, Chile and Bolivia.

The new UNASUR headquarters in Ecuador

Rohee questions combined Opposition’s rush to Constitutional reform -calls for specific areas of concern to be identified

“CONSTITUTIONS are not to be tampered with, ransacked or subjected to open heart surgery, whimsically or maliciously, because of political disagreement on issues of governance or the powers of a Head of State.”

This was the assertion of the People’s Progressive Party (PPP) General-Secretary, Clement Rohee, during the ruling party’s weekly press conference yesterday at Freedom House, Robb Street.

“The present Constitution benefited from a series of nationwide consultations between 1999 – 2001, during which the inputs of a wide cross-section of the Guyanese people, including organised labour, religious and cultural organisations and other interested parties and groups were considered. The Private Sector also participated and

made inputs to the Constitution Reform Committee,” he said.

Rohee’s comments were a response to the chatter in the combined Opposition camps over the need for Constitutional Reform, since President Donald Ramotar’s move to prorogue Parliament on November 10, to allow for dialogue to break the current political impasse – an undertaking that has proven futile, hence the Head of State’s subsequent announcement that Guyana will head to early general and regional elections next year.

According to the PPP General-Secretary, the last reform of the Constitution done in 2001 took into consideration broad consultations, held between 1999 and 2001, which included recommendations on the powers of the President.

“It is not correct to say that views were ignored,” Rohee stressed, adding that the reforms to the 2001 Constitution were also debated and, as required by law, supported by a two-thirds majority in the National Assembly.

He questioned the rush to reform the Constitution once more, only a mere 13 years after the last reform, particularly given the global status quo regarding constitutional reforms.

“This is indeed a serious

slap in the face of Guyanese and their representative organisations which include the political parties, NGOs and civil society, all of whom spent countless hours to put together a Constitution acceptable to all stakeholders,” the PPP General-Secretary said.

NOT A BURNHAM CONSTITUTION “This is not the ‘Burnham’ Constitution,” Rohee further declared, referenc-

ing the frequently criticised national legal framework which included extraordinary provisions.

He explained that unlike the 1980 Constitution, which for all practical purposes was an “imposition” by the then People’s National Congress (PNC) regime, Guyana today boasts one of the most advanced Constitutions in the Caribbean Region.

Rohee said, “(This) is a far cry from what was described as ‘messy, horri-

PPP General-Secretary, Clement Rohee, right, with the party’s Executive Secretary, Zulfikar Mustapha

ble and even 17th century Constitution’ and therefore at complete odds with the suggestion of the need for a new Constitution where all fundamental rights are clearly defined. “…to compare Guyana with South Korea is misleading and fails to take into account the agonising political realities of the country during an era when the country was paralyzed and bankrupt by a regime that practised undemocratic rule and mismanaged the economy for close to three decades. Despite that fact, the PPP/C succeeded within a relatively short period to restore economic viability and social progress. Guyana today is a much better place, characterised by good and democratic governance, the rule of law and a robust and dynamic economy.”

The PPP General-Secretary concluded that the comments on the subject of constitutional reform are “erroneous and unsubstantiated” statements, adding that the calls for reforms by the combined Opposition ought to be substantiated by specific references.

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Gov’t rejects any notion of illegal spending - remains resolute all gov’t spending for 2014 done in accordance with Constitution

Attorney-General Anil Nandlall and Senior Counsel, Mr. Aston Chase, in discussion shortly after the hearing in the Chief Justice Chambers ACTING Chief Justice Ian Chang yesterday granted leave for Attorney-General and Minister of Legal Affairs, Anil Nandlall, to respond, via affidavit, to a legal challenge advanced by Opposition Leader, Brigadier (rtd) David Granger, within seven days.

Through the challenge, made via an affidavit filed last Thursday, Granger is calling for a Conservatory Order to stay all spending or any further spending by Finance Minister, Dr. Ashni Singh, or any other Government ministers, on programmes disapproved or not authorised by the National Assembly until the hearing and determination of the matter.

Chang also granted leave to one member of Granger’s legal team, Attorney-At-Law Basil Williams, to subsequently respond to Nandlall within five days, if the need arises.

According to Granger’s application, in which he is listed as the plaintiff, there is also a call for the courts to pronounce on the constitutionality of the combined Opposition’s disapproval of sums in the 2014 Budget, as

well as a declaration on the restoration of those monies by the Finance Minister.

Budget 2014 saw the slashing of $37.5B from the allocations of $220B by A Partnership for National Unity (APNU) and the Alliance for Change (AFC).

The Finance Minister, at the time, noted that the Government would rely on the final ruling of Acting Chief Justice regarding budget cuts and subsequently restored the sums slashed, via a financial paper valued $4.6B. The Attorney-General appeared before the Chief Justice, along with Attorneys-at-Law, Adrian Smith and Sasha Mahadeo, given that he was listed as a defendant in the matter.

The Speaker of the National Assembly, Raphael Trotman, and the Finance Minister were also listed as defendants in the matter.

Nandlall appeared before the Chief Justice along with Senior Counsel, Ashton Chase, on behalf of the Minister of Finance.

CAUSE FOR ACTION Speaking to the media yesterday shortly after the

Attorneys at Law Basil Williams and Llewelyn John, attorneys for the Leader of the Opposition

Attorney-General Anil Nandlall speaking with members of the media

hearing in Chang’s Chambers, Williams stated that the challenge aims to stop the spending by Government on projects that were not approved during the consideration of the 2014 Budget.

He said that the issue, which the Leader of the Opposition is asking the Chief Justice to consider, is the constitutionality of the Government seeking approval for spending under Statement of Excess for programmes disallowed in the National Budget.

He argues that the Statement of Excess is for projects that were unforeseen or urgent, as in the case of a catastrophe.

Williams contended that these projects were neither unforeseen nor urgent, but were planned projects for which spending was not approved.

According to him, the challenge was made at this time as the Parliament is prorogued, taking away any scrutiny of the Government’s spending from the Opposition.

Granger, in his application, is seeking a declaration that the expenditures were

Somersaul, Joseph Harmon, James Bond, Lewellyn John and Bettina Glasford.

“unconstitutional, ultra vires, null and void, unreasonable and in breach of the doctrine of the separation of powers.”

Granger’s application is set to be defended by Senior Counsel Rex McKay and Attorneys-at-Law Basil Williams, Hewley Griffith, Lawrence Harris, Michael

EVIDENCE WILL BE PRODUCED Despite the expressed contentions of Granger and his representatives, the Attor-

ney-General told the Guyana Chronicle that evidence will be produced to prove that these are without merit.

“I will produce in court copies of these statements of excesses, as well as resolutions which would clearly

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Sydney siege: Three dead after commandos storm cafe

Bill Cosby speaks out against sexual assault claims Bill Cosby has spoken out for the first time against allegations of sexual abuse, saying he only expects the “black media” to remain “neutral”.

In an interview with the New York Post, the comedian praised his wife Camille for her “strength” in standing by him.

Cosby, who has been accused of assault by more than a dozen women, said he’d been advised not to discuss the claims.

The 77-year-old actor declined to address the allegations but asked reporters to remain impartial.

“I only expect the black media to uphold the standards of excellence in journalism and when you do that you have to go in with a neutral mind,” Cosby said.

New York Post reporter Stacy Brown said the actor sounded “upbeat” on the

Several people appear to have been injured

Two people died, along with an Islamist gunman, after commandos stormed a cafe in Sydney, Australia, to bring to an end a 16-hour siege.

The gunman, identified as an Iranian refugee, had taken dozens of hostages.

Four people were injured, including a policeman hit by shotgun pellets.

Central Sydney was put in lockdown when the gunman seized the hostages early on Monday, forcing some of them to hold up a black Islamic banner at the window of the Lindt cafe.

The Lindt Chocolat Cafe is located in Martin Place, a busy shopping area in Sydney’s financial district.

The gunman was named as Man Haron Monis. He received political asylum in Australia in 1996 and was on bail facing a number of charges.

A 34-year-old man and a woman aged 38 were pronounced dead after being taken to hospital, as was the gunman, the New South Wales police force said in a statement.

Two women suffered nonlife threatening injuries as did a policeman who had been hit in the face by pellets.

Another woman suffered a gunshot wound to her shoulder.

Prime Minister Tony Abbott said in a tweet: “Our thoughts and prayers are with the families of the two de-

ceased hostages, the wounded and the other hostages.”

New South Wales state police commissioner Andrew Scipione said it had been an “isolated incident”.

Seventeen hostages were accounted for, including those who had managed to escape earlier, he said.

Local media reports suggest the commandos from the Royal Australian Regiment entered the building after the gunman started firing shots.

Commissioner Scipione urged people not to “speculate” about what had happened inside the cafe and said police believed more lives could have been lost if officers had not entered the cafe at that point.

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phone from his home in Massachusetts.

He said “love and the strength of womanhood,” had helped him weather the controversy.

“Let me say it again, love and the strength of womanhood. And you could reverse it, the strength of womanhood and love.”

But the actor later cut his conversation short, saying: “They don’t want me talking to the media.”

Police in Los Angeles have recently opened an investigation into claims made

by Judy Huth that Cosby molested her when she was 15 years old.

In her legal action, Ms Huth claimed the actor gave her alcohol and forced her to perform a sex act on him in a bedroom of the Playboy Mansion around 1974.

Cosby is counter-suing the 55-year-old, saying she

Cosby spoke to the New York Post from his home in Massachusetts

attempted to extort money from him, and has described her claims as “absolutely false”.

His lawyers, who have continued to deny the allegations, recently issued a strongly worded statement condemning the “media frenzy”.

The actor has never been charged with a crime but the accusations have led to his stand-up tour being called off and the cancellation of a number of TV projects.

White House has not yet decided on Russia sanctions bill (Reuters) - THE Obama administration has not yet made a decision on whether the president will sign a bill authorizing new sanctions against Russia over its activities in Ukraine, a senior administration official said on Monday.

“We are looking at the bill now,” the official said in an email. The official, who declined to be identified, said the administration “remains deeply concerned about the aggressive actions of Russia in Ukraine.”

But the administration also feels it is important that any sanctions regime maintains a united front with U.S. allies and minimizes the impact on U.S. business, international oil markets and the global economy, the official said.

Obama had said previously he opposed further sanctions on Russia unless Europe is on board.

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“Ukraine Freedom Support Act” during the weekend, seeking to put more pressure on President Vladimir P u t i n ’s g o v e r n m e n t b y authorizing new sanctions on weapons companies and investors in its high-tech oil projects, and to boost the Kiev government with military aid.

It was sent to the White House, where Obama must decide whether to sign it into law or veto it.

John Boehner, the Republican speaker of the House of Representatives, issued a statement on Monday urging Obama, a Democrat, to sign it.

The rouble plunged around 10 percent against the dollar on Monday, its sharpest fall since 1998, and Russian assets sold off across markets amid concern about possible new U.S. sanctions.

The bill authorizes Obama to apply sanctions on Russian stateowned arms exporter Ro-

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soboronexport and other defense companies that Congress say contribute to instability in Ukraine, Georgia and Syria.

It also authorizes sanctions on global companies that make large investments in crude oil drilling projects in deep waters and the Arctic.

The penalties go beyond U.S. and EU sanctions imposed in September on the world’s largest oil companies such as Exxon Mobil Corp and BP Plc. But it provides the White House significant leeway on whether to carry out the bill’s recommendations.

The legislation would also allow $350 million in lethal and non-lethal military assistance to U k r a i n e f ro m 2 0 1 5 t o 2017 and other aid for energy to the country, which has been threatened by cutoffs in natural gas supply from Russia.

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CAL passengers to pay for second bag (Jamaica Gleaner) WESTERN BUREAU:As of January 15, Caribbean Airlines passengers travelling between the region and Toronto, Canada, will be required to pay US$25, plus applicable taxes, for their second checked bag.

The first checked bag continues to be free, together with one carry-on bag, said the airline, while business-class customers' free checked baggage allotment will be increased to three pieces.

The new bag fees, which are being introduced on a phase basis, will eventually affect passengers traveling between the Caribbean and North America, but not until April 15, the airline said in a statement last Friday.

Currently, passengers traveling between North America and the Caribbean are allowed two free bags. The airline is one of the few carriers still offering this "luxury".

"This new policy will be implemented in two phases.

Phase one takes effect on tickets purchased on or after December 18, 2014, for travel from January 15, 2015," said the carrier.

Phase two takes effect on tickets purchased on or after February 1, 2015, for travel from April 15, 2015, on all flights throughout the rest of its network.

"This two-phase introduction allows our customers to adjust and plan ahead," it said.

According to Caribbean Airlines, it has resisted moving to this policy, "but in light of most of its competitors charging passengers for all their checked bags, it is left with no choice but to match industry practice to remain competitive."

Said the airline: "While our competitors continue to showcase low fares, they conveniently fail to mention that bag fees - some in excess of US$100 - are charged to customers. Caribbean Airlines assures its passengers that our fee of US$25 for the second bag is the lowest in the industry."

Tuesday, December 16, 2014 - 13:00 Wednesday, December 17, 2014 - 14:00 Thursday, December 18, 2014 - 14:30

Rio protest: Brazil police demand tougher protection laws (BBC News) HUNDREDS of Brazilian police officers and their relatives have taken part in a protest in Rio de Janeiro to demand tougher legislation for crimes against the police.

They are demanding changes in the penal code so that the killing of police officers be treated as heinous crimes.

Eighty officers were killed in the line of duty in Rio this year alone.

In most cases, they died fighting the criminal gangs that control many of the city's shantytowns, or favelas.

During the week, protesters laid crosses on the sand of Copacabana beach with the names of the dead.

Wearing predominantly black, some 500 people staged a march on Sunday to raise awareness to the problem.

'WAR IN RIO' Many argue that while police brutality gets the headlines

in Brazil and abroad, violence against police officer does not get the same media attention or the required legal protection.

"We want people to understand that there is a war going on in Rio de Janeiro," one of the protest organisers, Cpl Flavia Louzada, told Extra newspaper.

She said that the families of police officers killed in the line of duty got little financial support from the corporation.

"It takes at least four months, often more, for the families to begin receiving any benefit." he protesters also called for extra security measures in the units set up in some of Rio's main favelas ahead of the Olympics the city will host in 2016.

The Pacifying Police Unit programme, or UPP, was launched in Rio in 2008, ahead of this year's World Cup. It has since then managed to rid some of the city's most dangerous favelas.

But critics say some police officers have acted with brutality, leading to a resurgence of violence in some areas.

Alexander de Oliveira Silva

of police.

Brazilian police have killed more than 11,000 people over the past five years, averaging about six killings a day, accord-

Crosses were laid on the sand of Copacabana beach for 161 officers killed in Rio in the past two years lost both legs during a grenade attack to his post.

He told the AP news agency that he still believes in the programme, but admits that will be difficult to change public opinion and change the view

ing to the Brazilian Forum on Public Safety.

The group, which monitors violence said law enforcement agents in the US, by comparison, had killed a similar number over the past 30 years.

Questionable cash puts public servants on trial A MOTOR vehicle examiner and a customs officer, who the Corruption Prevention Commission (CPC) says failed to satisfactorily explain how they came by millions of dollars in assets traced to them, are to go on trial next year on corruption charges.

Billagingi Trail, an employee of the Island Traffic Authority, is facing three counts of illicit enrichment dating back to 2006, 2008 and 2010, while Daniel Coburn, who is employed to the Jamaica Customs Agency, is facing one count each of illicit enrichment and knowingly filing a false statutory declaration in 2007 and 2009, respectively.

Section 14 subsection five of the Corruption Prevention Act indicates that a public servant can be prosecuted for the offence of illicit enrichment if he or she owns assets that are disproportionate to his or her lawful earnings and fails to provide an explanation, or provides one that is deemed unsatisfactory.

Trail and Coburn have both pleaded not guilty and are scheduled to go on trial next February and March, respectively.

According to the allegations laid out in court documents, Trail owned assets valued at approximately $3.2 million with a disposable income of $252,000 as at December 31, 2006 and failed to provide the CPC with a "satisfactory explanation" as to how he came by $800,000 split equally to purchase two motor cars, a 1994 BMW and a 1996 Honda.

In 2008, according to the documents, he owned assets valued at approximately $8.6 million as at December 31 that year, and had failed to satisfactorily explain to the anti-corruption agency how he or his spouse acquired $5.5 million used to acquire a property in the Jerusalem Housing Scheme in St Elizabeth.

The CPC alleged that by December 31, 2010, Trail's assets were valued at approximately $14.7 million, with disposable income of $1.45 million, and had failed to provide a satisfactory explanation as to how he came by $4.1 million that was used to purchase a property in Cooper's Hill, St Andrew.

Coburn, according to court documents, had assets valued

at approximately $9.7 million, with disposable income of $2.4 million as at December 31, 2007, and failed to satisfactorily explain "increase in his bank and investment accounts by more

than $4.7 million".

He is also accused of failing to include a 2006 Suzuki Swift motor car he purchased and sold in 2007 in his statutory declaration for that year.

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EDITORIAL

GUYANA

‘Rough justice’ in the gold fields THERE was a time when journeying into the interior, traditionally called the “bush”, was an employment opportunity for earning large sums of money - big bucks!

Undertaken specifically by those of working class origin, it was both an adventure of a lifetime, for the many unknown challenges that awaited especially the first timers; and an opportunity for their dreams of riches to come true.

Thus, it is household, the stories about the many fortunes that were made and lost in Guyana’s goldfields, since human nature dictated the vision and purposes of those who ventured into the vast hinterland to seek their fortune.

But all will agree that

those early decades of “digging for gold” in the ‘Backdam’, as the gold mining areas are popularly called, were free of the lawless and violent criminal behaviour, brutal murder, and the trenchant greed that is now an accepted hallmark of modern gold mining within recent years in Guyana.

It is true that over the last ten years, the local mining industry has undergone profound changes, with the catalyst being the rise in the price of gold. This would have occasioned an unprecedented flood of particularly coastlanders, mainly newcomers. There would have already been the seasoned and established miners, for whom the interior was their second home, because of their long years of prospecting. But

within the influx of newcomers, came the added vicious, criminal category, whose brutal predatory acts have been responsible for the numerous murders and robberies that have become synonymous with gold mining.

It is undisputed that Guyana’s gold mining areas have now become places of death, where hardened criminals and even those not similarly disposed, cunningly plot, and decidedly attack, rob and kill those who are in possession of the yellow metal, whether at their places of business as in the recent case of the murdered businessman Linden Mc Almont at Mango Landing, Region Seven, or in mining camps, as in the case of the Higgins father and son duo, who

both died in a cutlass and gun attack, in Konawaruk, in 2011.

The pattern of attacks are sustained, with camps also being attacked, robbed and persons murdered of both money and gold; even along the trails, with the murderers often ambushing and murdering their unsuspecting victims.

A disturbing feature has been the presence of young school drop outs, unprecedented in the early decades, without any knowledge/ experience of gold mining; but, whose idea of quick riches, would have led them to become allies with seasoned criminals. Their only mission has been to murder and take away gold and cash from those who would have honestly braved all the challenges and dangers.

From the many reports surrounding these killings, these killers would have carried out their murderous assaults in collusion with employees/acquaintances of some of these camps, and even by employees themselves. Even foreign miners, seeking their fortunes have met their bloody end at the hands of these robbers/murderers.

But there are other aspects of this deadly mayhem that have become the daily culture of the gold mining areas, these past years, such as persons taking on the role of judge, jury, and executioner, such as in the savage death of Michael Morris, who, in an altercation, was alleged to

have been tied to a tree and beaten to death in 2013; and Azad Potter, a mere teen of 17 years, also beaten to death for allegedly stealing gold, a few months ago. These are just two instances, of murders where ‘rough justice’ was meted out, without recourse to the law.

However, such types of killings add to the daily, growing list of the numerous murders committed in Guyana’s gold mining areas, many of which are still unsolved. Such grisly incidents have now become a daily reporting feature in the media.

Those long departed prospectors are definitely turning in their graves!

In the real world of politics, justice becomes a chimera of moral values A MEDICAL specialist has assured me that pain is a sure symptom of an injury to someone’s body. Psychologists, in like manner, determine that behavioural patterns are dictated by some emotional trauma suffered earlier by the subject under evaluation.

Human rights victims have invariably been members of a minority and/or unconnected with the mainstream elite, belonging, as it were, to the shadows of society populated mainly by the vulnerable and dependent class.

Democracy is no guarantee of fair play and equality of treatment and, in the real world of politics, justice becomes a chimera of moral values. The USA has from its Declaration of Independence in 1776 trumpeted its dem-

ocratic values and its sense of justice.

Yet by way of example, it was President Abraham Lincoln, before his assassination, who had invited Andrew Johnson to replace his then Vice-President in his 1864 campaign, who in 1866 upon his accession to the Presidency wrote, “This is a country for white men, and by God, as long as I am President it shall be a government for white men.”

It is in this context that observers ought to locate the recent deaths, if not killings, of the three African Americans in Ferguson, Missouri, and in New York City by white Police Offices in circumstances where the Justice System has been used to validate conduct which on the surface, ought to have been subjected to a public pros-

ecution, and not confined to the private recesses of a Grand Jury room.

These unacceptable norms of inhuman conduct that characterize the relationship between white police officers and African Americans must cease. The irony is that both President Obama and Attorney-General Eric Holder are African Americans!

This is the kind of Gestapo justice which we were led to believe the Free World condemned at the end of Second World War by way of the Nuremberg Trials. It may be fair to state that this manoeuvre is antithetical to the principles of the kind of democracy to which the USA holds developing states, through its satellite NGOs, Transparency International, Human Rights groups, et al.

No other country in this world would be permitted to establish a regime of simulated drowning or “waterboarding” and sexual abuse, including “rectal feeding” or “rectal hydration” such as that which was perpetrated against the Guantanamo Islamic detainees, on suspicion of being Al Qaeda operatives; more so in secret facilities in Poland, Afghanistan and Romania. Senator Feinstein’s belated public affront makes a mockery of Justice but facilitates the opportunity for CIA Director, John Brennan’s obtuse defence of the EITs (enhanced interrogation techniques) which constitutes an egregious disregard for the basic principles of a human’s entitlement, if not expectation.

Given the Campaign promise of President Obama

in 2008 that the Guantanamo Bay Facility would be closed, and the revelations of 2014 in the Senate Report on the excesses of the CIA against its detainees, perhaps the next presidential aspirant would advocate for legislation to dissolve this institutional abomination which appears to have been the brainchild of another “democrat”, Harry Truman, who signed the National Security Act into law on the 26th July 1947, and with it, the Central Intelligence Group morphed into the Central Intelligence Agency, directly answerable to the President through the National Security Council.

Its forays into the internal affairs of other countries are legendary and contrary to the international law, rule that the sovereignty of every State must

be respected. Its legislative history through Congress had never contemplated international coercion by way of “clandestine operation, paramilitary operation, secret operation and special operations,” since these terms appear nowhere in the legislation.

It should not be forgotten that our own Guyana became one of its victims during the Cold War and resulted in regime change in 1964. Signs of more of the same interference continue 50 years after, albeit in a more sophisticated dorm. Double standards are indeed the order of the day.

JUSTICE CHARLES R. RAMSON, S.C., O.R. Retired Attorney-General & Minister of Legal Affairs

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THE ‘FOURTH ESTATE’ – In a sordid state of distress I REFER to Stabroek News in particular and those of the media fraternity in general who may be inclined to daily worship at the altar of political expediency and sensationalism. It is a foregone conclusion ‘truth’ will suffer.

‘Truth’ is sacrificed on the altar of ‘political intent’ as a means of influencing minds and achieving outcomes consistent with a concocted ‘reality’.

To do so, the so called ‘fourth estate’ erects windmills of quixotic proportions which they then proceed to attack with their pens of deception and rusty armour of hypocrisy.

The quixotic flight of fantasy gives flight to something else, something much more enduring than power - Truth! Trust! Honesty and Integrity!

It is in this context that I wish to address the allegations of an incident in Ishalton made by John Adams, allegedly an APNU activist, as publicised by Stabroek News.

On the day in question, the Office of the Head Presidential Guard received a number of phone calls, some repeatedly, from various news agencies. An individual who stated she was from Prime News called on three occasions. She wanted to know about the allegation and Mr. Granger’s call for an investigation, the name of the Head Presidential Guard and how many security personnel comprised the President’s Security detail?

Two reporters from Stabroek News approached the Security at Bidford House and enquired about the whereabouts of Mr. Singh.

Having being told I was not in, they ventured to Office of the President where they told the Security, they were sent over by the Security as Bidford House who told them Mr. Singh is at Office of the President! From the

very out start, Stabroek News reporters began with subterfuge and deceit! Lies were to follow.

Stabroek News claimed it spoke to a Guard on Thursday after the newspaper was unable to make contact with me. The Guard, according to Stabroek News, is reported to have said Mr Adams was not slapped, but rather, ‘school boy tapped behind the head….’ Stabroek News was setting the stage to give some credence to its concoction by inferring, if not slapped, Adams was in one way or another assaulted

by Presidential Guards! But here is the catch! Our Standard Operational Procedure dictates whenever ranks are out in the ‘fields’ the Team Leader communicates only with their Officer-in-Charge and or the Head Presidential Guard. NO one else! Therefore, no other individual in the Presidential Guard would have been privy to ANY information coming out of Ishalton!

Undeterred by its loss of decency, Stabroek News crudely plowed along. It took a nasty swipe at the ‘kind of security’ offered the President because I allegedly told them, and I quote “the ranks had not returned from Region Nine”, and then they went on to state, “ and he subsequently had not been able to speak to them.” What could be clearer than this? I am stating honestly and factually that the men had not returned, therefore they could not have been paraded before me. They were not present before me so that I could have systematically dealt with the issue! Now I ask you the general, intelligent, reading public, how does this translate to the “Presidential Guard Service has no means of communicating with its men in the field,” as stated

by Stabroek News?

The fact is that the ranks never reported any such incident as alleged by teacher

Adams whose story was taken up by Stabroek News and leader of the PNC/APNU Mr. Granger who called for an investigation. They were not aware of any such furor over in Georgetown! And I suspect, it is simply because it never happened! Or, if teacher Adams was indeed assaulted, it was by someone in the crowd who took umbrage to his ‘disrespect’ for the President. Apparently he was too inebriated or full of himself as an APNU representative, to understand that unlike him, the two hundred odd citizens in attendance at the meeting were genuinely interested in what His Excellency, the President had to say.

When interviewed, the Officer and ranks denied having any knowledge of the allegations made by teacher Adams. They did admit however, there was one individual who appeared to be under the influence of alcohol, had a beer bottle in his hand and was shouting questions at the President. Noticing the individual’s demeanor and the fact that he was armed with a potential missile, two ranks positioned themselves closer to him. Even though our responsibility is to neutralize or eliminate any threat to the life of the President in ANY GEOGRAPHICAL LOCATION by all and any means necessary, regardless of which ruling party he or she may come from, there was NO verbal or physical contact with the individual.

And this is simply because at the time, even though he appeared to be under the influence of alcohol, he was more of a nuisance, than a threat. Therefore, there was no need for verbal or physical intervention which does not translate to not being prepared to neutralize or intervene.

The two ranks in question are over six feet tall.

They collectively weigh over four hundred pounds. They are Martial Arts specialists trained in unarmed combat

– combat karate, mixed martial arts - crowd psychology and self-awareness. In fact they are trainers! Together they have over twenty eight years of experience in the Presidential Guard. Between them, they have over ten subjects at the CXC. I leave it to you, the general readers to draw your own conclusion. Had anyone of them indeed slapped teacher Adams, where he would have been today?

Lastly, at the conclusion of any Presidential engagement, our security protocol is not to distance ourselves from the President, but in fact converge around. Even if a Presidential Guard was tempted to follow and slap teacher Adams silly, he would have been violating that protocol, teacher Adam’s rights as a citizen of this country and endangering the life of the President. All of this translates to working against the intentions of the President’s visit in Region Nine. It cannot and it will not happen under my watch.

Attempting to paint the Presidential Guard with a political tar brush therefore will not pass muster. Each year around this time when police promotion comes around I am reminded of the price I paid for my independence of thoughts, principles and forthrightness. But because of my ability to differentiate between the role I am playing as Head of the Presidential Guard Service and who I really am, I have stayed the course professionally.

Neither my role nor who I am would allow me to be a Crocodile in Arapaima’s skin. The Presidential Guard Service will always have the highest respect for the rights of ALL citizens of Guyana. We are professionals.

ROHAN SINGH Senior Superintendent of Police Head Presidential Guard Service

Their silence on Ram speaks volumes I READ with utter amazement the letter written by Mr. Abudul Jamal Khan, captioned ‘Ramifications of Ram’ and published in the Chronicle Newspaper on the 12th of December 2014.

Mr. Khan’s letter detailed an affidavit sworn by the wife of Christopher Ram, in which she explained graphically, the physical, psychological and emotional violence that she and more importantly, her children endured at the hands of Mr. Ram. It is appalling that Mr. Ram, a chartered accountant/attorney-at-law/political activist who is featured prominently in the media and who lectures to the nation on issues of morality as well as Law and Order would beat his wife and children so mercilessly, even going to such extremes as threatening to kill them as the Affidavit vividly states.

What is more perplexing, is the deafening silence of all those human and women’s rights bodies that usually speak rather furiously and forthrightly on these matters. I have not heard or seen any comments from Red Thread, t h e G u y a n a Wo m e n ’s Lawyers Association, the Guyana Bar Association (of which Mr. Ram is the secretary), the Women and Gender Equality Association, vocal defender of women’s rights and domestic violence Ms. Priya Manickchand, the Guyana Human Rights Association, etc. Have they not seen the letter to which I make reference? If it is a case where they have seen it and choose to remain silent on this tragic issue, then their silence speaks volumes.

RICHARD MENDOZA

Prime Minister Hinds may have a point YOUR article on Prime Minister Samuel Hinds (Chronicle, 12/15/2014) suggesting that if GPL consumers did not like its service, they can produce their own, at first glance, looks like a just disingenuous, disrespectful and arrogant comment to GPL consumers, on what is a major problem in Guyana – affordable electricity. But as an environmentalist, I reasoned that Prime Minister Hinds may very well have a valid point.

China has produced very cheap single-family organic digesters, using waste from humans, animals and plants, to produce ethane (cooking/ lighting gas), in rural areas where electricity in unavailable.

Solar panels are now being produced at a much cheaper cost. City blocks

could form associations where all homes could have solar panels, possibly financed by banks with the Government subsidizing the loans. All electricity generated goes to a central grid and distributed according to the amount of electricity by each building. This process could be supplemented by environmentally sound electrical generators.

There are more economical systems out there which needs to be investigated. Guyana has a diamond field of organic matter, from weeds in the drains and gutters to human waste, which can be utilised economically.

Thank you.

ALBERT R. CUMBERBATCH, Ph.D Science Educator, Environmentalist, Writer

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Chinese Association/Culture Ministry bring culture of China to NCC THROUGH collaborative efforts between the Chinese Association of Guyana and the Ministry of Culture Youth and Sport, Guyanese were last evening able to witness yet a second night of a rich and creative Chinese cultural

showcase at the National Cultural Centre.

The show, with President Donald Ramotar in attendance, opened to appreciative applause and murmurs from the sizeable audience who were later obviously enthralled with

what was unfolding before their eyes.

The event was hosted under the theme, ‘Chinese Culture & Charm of Xin Jiang Guyana Edition’.

First to take the stage was the Uyghur Dance Group who performed the

President Donald Ramotar shares a light moment with officials from the Chinese Association

‘Rak Mugam’ , led by Mamatali, and Merpughe.

This presentation was showcased with scintillating music and the dancers exploded in a blinding array of startling colours, executing pulsating moves, and mesmerizing choreog-

raphy.

Next up was aerobatic handskill presented by Gheyret and he was loudly applauded for his mystical tricks.

The female group ‘Bowl Dance ‘was a crowd pleaser as the danc-

ers swayed and sashayed, balancing bowls on their heads throughout the segment.

Also in the audience were Minister Clement Rohee, and Prime Minister Samuel Hinds and his wife Yvonne Hinds.

President Donald Ramotar, Prime Minister Samuel Hinds, and Minster Clement Rohee pose with the presenters after the show

Former policeman Warren Blue, accomplice killed by police after robbery

By Leroy Smith FORMER Police officer Warren Blue was killed late yesterday afternoon after he and another man, who up to press time was still unidentified, were attempting to flee the scene of an armed robbery.

Police officers shot Blue dead after he opened fire on them while his accomplice, a man of East Indian descent, was shot while hiding behind some water bottles in the Lahago General Store at 11 Montrose after he also opened fire on the police.

The Guyana Chronicle

Killed- Former policeman Warren Blue who was wanted for murder

was informed that the former policeman, who was wanted for the murder of Agricola youth Shaquille Grant in 2012, and his ac-

complice entered the store at approximately 18.30 hrs with their faces covered and proceeded to assault the proprietress, 52- year-old Latchmie Baburan and her daughter Anupya Baburan.

They demanded money.

The woman then handed over the money which was in the cashier’s cage and when the men demanded more money and the keys to the safe, the woman refused and she again received a trashing from the taller of the two men who was identified as Warren Blue.

Blue then reportedly began beating the woman in her head this time and the other bandit then grabbed Anupya Baburan and began beating her as he threatened to shoot her to the head. Her mother then decided to open the safe. But when she did so there was no money there and this further enraged the robbers.

They then decided to leave and the younger accomplice cautioned Blue

The buisness premises the two bandits invaded last evening

that “we got to roll boy”.

However as Blue was exiting the building he fired shots to scare off persons who had gathered outside the building; and the police, who were patrolling the area, responded and there was an exchange of gunfire.

Blue was fatally shot by the ranks on the patrol vehicle.

During that confusion the other bandit ran back inside the building and concealed himself among some water bottles.

Later the police confronted him and he fired at them . They returned fire

and he was shot dead.

Last evening the police, in a press release, said that the bandits robbed the duo of $140.000 but the attempts to flee the scene was thwarted by the response of the public spirited citizens and the police. There were also reports that MMC security personnel also responded to the report of robbery.

The police said that they were able to recover two unlicensed .32 Taurus pistols with five live rounds and a number of spent shells.

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ENVY IS A TERRIBLE THING

THE Opposition collective has reached a new low with the brouhaha they have created over the Education Minister's decision anent opting for a private rather than a public school to nurture her child's education.

Everyone is free to do the same as she has done. She has options which she has exercised. Why is this decision of

a single parent and the child’s father also has an input into making choices appropriate for their peculiar circumstances for their children.

Government officials are very vulnerable, especially with a violence-prone political Opposition, so it is judicious to guard their most prized possessions, which are their children. While guards can be posted at homes it would be very stifling for

This newspaper holds no brief for Minister Priya Manickchand, but takes issue with the fact that, in this democracy that the PPP/C Government has re-established, a parent is not free to make choices of what they consider to be the best option for their child’s nurturing…The ugly-minded, dark-souled miscreants who aspire to power in the land are sinking to the lowest levels to castigate a parent for doing the best for her children.

Education Minister Priya Manickchand hers a problem? This newspaper holds no brief for Minister Priya Manickchand, but takes issue with the fact that, in this democracy that the PPP/C Government has re-established, a parent is not free to make choices of what they consider to be the best option for their child’s nurturing; and consideration needs to be given to the fact that Minister Manickchand is not

a child to have a bodyguard at school who would ensure its safety from the evil spawned by the miasmic minds proliferating our society; so the next best option is to place them in a protected environment: But why is this an issue?

The depths to which the narrow-minded Opposition cabal can descend is amazing. Envy is a terrible thing. It corrupts the mind; or rather, only corrupted minds can be so grudging of another person's success in life.

It should be noted that the President’s children, the GRA boss’s children, Finance Minister Ashni Singh’s wife, Attorney General Anil Nandlall’s wife; and the latest and most odiferous, with the victim being a mere baby, have all been subjected to the vilest and extremely vindictive attacks by the

Opposition cabal, including their media satellites.

Ministers' families should be left alone. The ugly-minded, dark-souled miscreants who aspire to power in the land are sinking to the lowest levels to castigate a parent for doing the best for her children. The Minister is working to upgrade educational system in a developing country. From subterranean standards the PPP/C Government has achieved the UN MDG in primary education and is fast approaching this achievement for secondary education.

Tertiary education and skills development is being pursued to an extent that even parents who can afford to send their children to private schools now opt for public institutions. Ministers' children are vulnerable and she is being a responsible parent in protecting her child from potential harm - psychological, physical or otherwise. She invested in and achieved a status in life whereby she can afford some privileges for her children. Others should also aspire to this if they so wish. Why begrudge her?

While some persons choose to party and have a good time others choose to burn the midnight oil and strive for excellence – not merely for themselves, but for their offspring. How fair is it that those who embroil themselves with disporting and profligacy should covet the acquisitions and personal enhancement of those who have made sacrifices to reach goals that would create synergies for advancement of themselves and loved ones?

How fair is it that those who embroil themselves with disporting and profligacy should covet the acquisitions and personal enhancement of those who have made sacrifices to reach goals that would create synergies for advancement of themselves and loved ones?

Gov’t rejects any notion of illegal ...

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demonstrate the Opposition’s support of these Statements of Excesses,” he said.

Nandlall questioned, “If it was not wrong and unlawful in 2012 and 2013, more so, supported by the combined Opposition for those years, how can that very act suddenly be unlawful and unconstitutional in 2014?”

According to the Attorney-General, the Minister of Finance restored monies that were cut from the Budget for the years 2012 and 2013, via Statements of Excesses, which were laid in the National Assembly and supported by the combined Opposition.

He said, “I maintain most resolutely that all monies spent by the Government of Guyana for the year 2014 were done in accordance with the provisions of the Constitution of Guyana, with guidance from two rulings of the Chief Justice (ag), Mr. Ian Chang, which were rendered in the budget cut case filed in 2012 – the preliminary ruling of June 2013 and the final ruling of

January 2014.

In January this year, Chang ruled that the National Assembly has no right to cut the National Budget. The Chief Justice handed down his decision in the High Court on January 29. In the Preliminary Ruling given in June 2012, the CJ had ruled that the National Assembly had a role to either approve or disapprove of the National Estimate, not to cut them. An appeal of Chang’s controversial 2012 Budget cut ruling has since been filed in the name of the Speaker of the House Raphael Trotman. The Notice of Appeal of Chang’s decision was filed in February by lawyer and Leader of the Alliance for Change (AFC) Khemraj Ramjattan, on behalf of the Speaker of the National Assembly. The ruling followed a move by the Government of Guyana, which had taken the Opposition to court following the slashing of the 2012 National Budget by $20.8B, claiming it was unconstitutional.

“I reject any notion that there was any illegal spending. In fact the very action of the Finance Minister, which is now being challenged in these proceedings, received

the support of Mr. Granger in 2012 and 2013,” Nandlall stressed.

He added that Article 218 (3) clearly allows for monies to be expended and for a Statement of Excess to be laid, as is outlined in the language in which the Article is crafted.

“One will observe that there is no restriction in terms of the purpose to which the monies can be used,” the Attorney General said, adding that Government is entitled to spend in the manner provided for in the Constitution, until an Appropriation Act is passed for that year and this happens every year.

To date, in the 10th Parliament, four Statements of Excess have been tabled, 58 per cent of which has been approved by the combined Opposition.

The fourth statement of Excess, Financial Paper 1/2014, was tabled in the National Assembly on June 19 and will be considered by the House at the next sitting. It reflects spending from January 1, 2014 to June 16, 2014 to the tune of $4.6B – the reason for Granger’s legal challenge.

The mater was adjourned to December 29, 2014.

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Protestors display their posters

GUYANA CHRONICLE Tuesday December 16, 2014

Protestors speak to an official of the M&CC.

Bourda Market vendors, stall owners protest at City Hall BOURDA Market vendors and stall owners yesterday mounted a protest at City Hall, following the strike action by staffers of the Mayor and City Council (M&CC).

The strike action came about after the M&CC failed to approve the recommended 5% increase in mileage, salaries and allowances for categories of workers who are represented by the Guyana Local Government Officers Union (GLGOU) for the year 2013, according to Town Clerk Carol Sooba in an interview.

Speaking with the Guyana Chronicle, Sooba noted that this disapproval has affected employees who are from the GLGOU and include clerical, professional and technical workers.

5% INCREASE Sooba stated that the 5% increase has been retroactive to January 2013, where discussions and meetings among the committees which include members of the City Council were held to continuously keep up-to- date with the recommendations by the union.

“The councillors are also asking to have benefits which

they are not entitled to because they are not salaried employees, they have thus far asked for an increase in travelling expenses and duty.”

She further stated that on December 8, 2014 all meetings to discuss the matter were suspended for some “frivolous” reason.

Additionally, she noted that the union sent out an ultimatum which ended last Friday, contributing to the protest which was mounted yesterday.

She noted that this strike has affected the abattoirs, markets and other council locations. Meanwhile, Sooba stated that the protestors threatened to continue protesting until the matter is resolved.

MAYOR’S VIEWS Speaking at a press conference yesterday at City Hall following the protest, Mayor Hamilton Green stated that this is a situation which the Mayor and City Council has complained about a lot.

Mayor Green noted that he is in “sympathy with the stall-

holders for the inconvenience” caused because of the Town Clerk refusing to convene a meeting with the Mayor and City Council to discuss the issue.

He noted that there has been no assurance that the staffers would receive a 5% increase which was agreed to by the Finance Council of the M&CC. The Mayor is blaming these occurrences on what is called a “Demonically Deranged Force”, which has contributed to the Administrative Department of the M&CC being completely disengaged.

Mayor Green noted that the Council is willing to convene a meeting to clear up the matter and end the matter whenever called upon. He noted that the funds are already in place to approve of the increase once the declarations are made.

He noted that all operations for the staffers and vendors are forced to remain on hold until the matter is resolved.

Meanwhile, the local vendors and staffers of the M&CC remain disturbed, because quite a few of the protestors noted that it’s the Christmas Season and this can immensely affect their progress throughout the remainder of the month.

Hope Canal to be completed by month-end THE gates of the eight-door sluice, one of four components on the East Demerara Water Conservancy (EDWC) Northern Relief Channel, Hope Canal, will be installed this week, according to Agriculture Minister, Dr. Leslie Ramsammy.

He made the disclosure during a press briefing yesterday, when he also assured that the Hope Canal project will be completed by the end of the month.

“Right now we are building the control room for the outer sluice, given that the eight doors will not be manually opened, but automatically controlled,” he said, adding that there are some other minor works on the eight-gate sluice at the canal’s Atlantic end, the outer sluice, to be done.

The project’s other three components include the more than 10-kilometre channel; the head regulator; and the EDWC Northern Relief Channel Public Road Bridge. The latter was completed and commissioned in February.

Dr. Ramsammy told the media that the head regulator is almost completed, with only one aspect of work to be done – the installing of the control wench.

On the issue of the channel, he explained that sections of the channel were left untouched, to allow for residents in the nearby areas to be able to use these sections to access residential areas.

According to him, bridges will have to be built once the channel is completely dug, and aside from these, over several years, the dams will have to be subject to landscaping works, to allow for the sections to ‘settle’.

Additionally, the actual testing of the functionality of the channel will have to await the availability of an adequate

– Dr. Ramsammy volume of water to fill the channel.

The contractor for the project is Courtney Benn Contracting Services.

Construction on the project began in February 2011, with an estimated 18 months for completion, and the deadline for the project was initially set for June 2013, but was subse-

quently extended to the end of August, and then once again extended to December 31, 2013, then to June 30, 2014.

The EDWC Northern Relief Channel, the Hope Canal, which missed its June 30 deadline for completion, was given a new deadline in the latter part of July, when its completion was raised at the Parliamentary Sectoral Committee on Natural Resources and the Environment. The Agriculture Minister, when

he appeared before the Committee, disclosed that the project will be completed in seven weeks, by September. However, this deadline has also passed due to unforeseen challenges.

The Minister, in a prior comment, stated that given the continued delays with the project, the issue of liquidated damages is not off the table. “The accommodation of the contractor does not mean that the contractor will escape liquidated damages,” he said.

However, Dr. Ramsammy made it clear that the liquidated damage will not be “inflicted” on the contractor as of now, since that would mean a further delay, as late as 2015, for the completion of the project.

The Agriculture Minister stressed too the quality of work produced by the contractor has been quality work.

He added, “Some of the difficulties that the contractor has encountered can be resolved by the ministry, and so all we are doing is working in partnership with the contractor so that those difficulties are removed.”

Indications were that the US $15M Hope Canal project, which is expected to be the answer to the flooding experienced in the Mahaica/Mahaicony/Abary(MMA) areas during rainy periods, would be operational as the rainy season sets in. Residents in the MMA area over the years have lost crops and cattle in floods, during the rainy period. As seen in the past, when the Maduni sluice has to be opened to drain the East Demerara Water Conservancy, residents in the MMA area have to battle a rise in the Mahaica Creek – making the completion of the Hope Canal something that is much needed.(Vanessa Narine)

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GUYANA CHRONICLE Tuesday December 16, 2014

At Climate Conference in Peru...

Guyana calls on developed countries to lead mitigation process FIVE years after Copenhagen, pledges by developed countries to reduce emissions to ensure 1.5 or less than 2 degrees warming are still to materialise.

Minister of Natural Resources and the Environment, Robert Persaud made this comment during his address on the opening day of the United Nations Climate Change Conference, in Lima, Peru recently.

“We meet this year within the context of efforts to ensure a sufficiently ambitious and binding global agreement in Paris next year. We also gather amidst increasingly compelling scientific evidence that climate change is the most urgent global threat we face,” stated Minister Persaud.

The Natural Resources and the Environment Minister pointed out that for small islands and low-lying coastal states, such aspects as the recent confirmation that average global temperatures and sea levels are rising faster than predicted, spell disaster if left unchecked. In Guyana, with 90 percent of the popu-

lation living on a coastal strip that lies at or below sea level, the risk is particularly acute.

“For my country, with most of our population and infrastructure below sea level, our very survival is threatened by these increasingly negative impacts. It is

he said.

Minister Persaud added, that it is a matter of urgency that significant progress be made toward an ambitious agreement. “For us, that agreement must be legally binding, with flexibility for LDCs and SIDS. It must also

igation ambition, were welcomed by Minister Persaud.

In this regard, he maintained that in the global fight against climate change, historical polluters must take the lead with economy- wide emission reduction commitments, and that historical respon-

Minister of Natural Resources and the Environment Robert Persaud imperative that adaptation be inscribed as an important element, and that the requisite resources be provided to help vulnerable countries safeguard themselves as they seek to grow sustainably and develop a green economy,”

be structured to reflect the elements of the Bali Action Plan, with parity between mitigation and adaptation.”

Further, the recent announcements of China, the United States and the European Union for enhancing mit-

sibility should provide the basis of their contributions.

Accordingly, nationally determined contributions must focus on mitigation primarily, while allowing for linkages with adaptation and finance. The

Trade-off a must …national development and sustainable use of forests must be complementary

DURING the recent climate change conference in Peru, Guyana insisted that if forest countries are to reconcile the world’s needs for forests to be kept intact with their own need to develop, then the challenge for battling climate change has to be to make national development and sustainable use of forests complementary, not competing objectives.

For this to happen, the right economic incentives need to be in place to ensure there are economically viable alternatives, Minister Robert Persaud argued during the Conference of Parties (COP 20) meeting held between December 1 and 12 last.

The COP 20 was the 20th annual meeting of countries which are parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) which is dedicated to fighting global warming by reducing greenhouse gas concentrations in the atmosphere to a level that would prevent dangerous interference with the climate system.

Guyana was represented by a delegation headed by Minister Persaud.

During a presentation to the conference, Minister Persaud observed that the 20th COP was taking place amidst increasingly compelling scientific evidence that climate change was the most urgent global threat facing humanity.

He related that for small islands and low lying coastal states, the recent confirmation that average global temperatures and sea levels are rising faster than predicted spell disaster if left unchecked.

He stressed that the risk is particularly acute in Guyana where ninety per cent of the population live on a coastal strip that lies at or below sea level.

“For my country, with most of our population and infrastructure below sea level, our very survival is threatened by these increasingly negative impacts. It is imperative that adaptation be inscribed as an important element, and that the requisite resources be provided to help vulnerable countries safeguard themselves as they seek to grow sustainably and develop a green economy”.

He informed the representatives of the 200 odd countries which attended COP 20 that even before COP 15 held in Copenhagen Denmark in 2009 , Guyana had already adopted a Low Carbon Development Strategy (LCDS) which aims to conserve and sustainably manage its forests so as to reduce global carbon emissions, and at the same time, attract resources to foster growth and development along a low carbon emissions path.

“The agreement between Guyana and Norway launched one of the first national-scale Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and Forest Degradation( REDD+)initiatives in the world.”

He stressed that REDD+ efforts to create a financial value for the carbon stored in forests was necessary if the world is to achieve the target of containing global warming to no more than two degrees above pre-industrial levels.

He called on COP 20 to ensure that the Warsaw Framework for REDD+. which addressed results-based payments

contributions must be science-driven and assessed in a multilateral rules-based system. They must also ensure that the aggregate level of mitigation ambition should be 1.5 or well below 2 degrees Celsius and sufficient to ensure the livelihoods of the most vulnerable.

As such, he stated that Guyana is committed to contributing to global mitigation efforts. “I am pleased to announce, in this regard, that the Government of Guyana has decided to ratify the Doha Amendment of the Kyoto Protocol, and will shortly deposit its instrument of acceptance.”

Guyana has demonstrated a high level of political commitment to fulfilling its role in the global climate change solution. Even before the Copenhagen COP, Guyana adopted a Low Carbon Development Strategy which aims to conserve and sustainably manage our forests in an effort to reduce global carbon emissions and at the same time attract resources to foster

growth and development along a low-carbon emissions path. The agreement between Guyana and Norway launched one of the first national-scale REDD+ initiatives in the world.

If forest countries are to reconcile the world’s need for forests to be kept intact with their own need to develop, then the challenge is to make national development and sustainable use of forests complementary, not competing objectives. For this to happen, the right economic incentives need to be in place and to ensure there are economically viable alternatives.

Meanwhile, Minister Persaud called on all partners to bring the elements together and to inspire and scale up actions that can lead to a low-carbon future.

“Let us together pursue bold action and outcomes which will provide substantive elements and a clear timeline necessary to make a truly meaningful and ambitious global agreement a reality in Paris in December 2015,” he urged.

for developing countries from multiple sources , is operationalised and implemented.

COP 19 held in Warsaw Poland in 2013 had also established the Warsaw International Mechanism for Loss and Damage, giving policymakers a formal structure within which to discuss compensating countries for the damage caused by climate change.

Persaud emphasised that financial support for implementation of national adaptation actions by developing countries must be adequately provided.

Climate finance, he said , should be defined as the requisite means of implementing required actions and must be new and additional and adequate, and most importantly, there must be simplified and prioritised access for countries with capacity constraints and high vulnerability.

He urged that the Green Climate Fund, (GCF) which was established at the Copenhagen climate summit in 2009 to channel money to help developing countries in implementation, must be a central pillar of the financial architecture.

He said, “Under the UNFCCC we have a package of REDD +, plus decisions from Warsaw. Under the Green Climate Fund we have the recently approved Logic Model for REDD + results based payments. “ “We must work to bridge the two without delay in order to promote coherence and synergies in efforts to conserve and sustainably manage forests to mitigate climate change.”

The COP 20 has been said to be an important prelude to COP 21 to be held in Paris in 2015, when representatives of parties to the UNFCCC are expected to arrive at a new legally binding deal to drastically reduce emissions of carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases which cause global warming and resultant climate change.

The COP is the supreme decision body of the UNFCCC comprising representatives of the countries which signed the convention.

The COP meets once a year with these meetings forming the focal point of international climate change negotiations.

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Woman at large as ‘Chicken’ discharged after acid attack FITZROY Feed, 45 years, also known as ‘Chicken’ of lot 75 Republic Avenue, MacKenzie, Linden was discharged from the Linden Hospital Complex yesterday after being admitted a patient for several hours in the burns care section.

Feed was on Sunday allegedly doused with a corrosive substance by his reputed wife, 30-year-old Dawn Fortune, of the same address.

The Guyana Chronicle was informed that following his discharge yesterday police visited the man’s home and took a statement from him in relation to what transpired there on Sunday between himself and the woman.

Police sources had indicated that the man although hospitalised following the acid attack, was alert and out of danger as doctors stated that he had not received life-threatening burns about the body.

Meanwhile, up to late yesterday the suspect, Dawn Fortune, was still on the run even as police continue their hunt for her. However, yesterday the police received reports that the woman was out of the country.

According to information reaching the Chronicle, ranks of the Criminal Investigation Department in Georgetown were told that the woman purchased her air ticket to the United States and then went home and doused the man with the corrosive substance.

However, checks by the police revealed that there are no reports to suggest that the woman left the country through any of the legal ports of exit. However, the police would contact Interpol to seek assistance with her arrest if she indeed skips the country.

Initial investigations had suggested that the couple were having domestic issues and while one party opted to end the relationship, the other would not buy into such a move and they both remained together in the same house.

The argument between the two reportedly started over allegations of infidelity levelled against the man by his reputed wife. (Leroy Smith)

GUYANA CHRONICLE Tuesday December 16, 2014

Burglars loot house at Henrietta of cash, ATM, ID cards

BURGLARS last Wednesday night broke into a house at Henrietta on the Essequibo Coast and stole a shoulder bag containing $2,000, ATM and National ID cards.

House-owner Radika Indarpaul said that the thieves removed a glass pane from a louver window at the front of the one-flat concrete building and unlocked a bolt on the door to gain entry.

She and her mother as well as two young daughters were asleep when the thieves entered the house.

According to Indarpaul, who is a clerk in the accounts

department of the Regional Administration Office at Anna Regina, she discovered the front door of the house opened and the shoulder bag missing when she woke up just before 06:00hrs last Thursday.

She said the house was not ransacked and suggested that the motive of the burglars was probably to find money in the shoulder bag.

She said the matter was reported to the Anna Regina Police Station and CID officers promptly visited the house to investigate.

Meanwhile, several other residents in Henriet-

ta and Richmond villages have reported that thieves are constantly attacking the villages. One resident said several homes were broken into during the past weeks.

The resident said at night many boys are ganging up in groups at the roadside for extended periods. He observed that it’s becoming dangerous to walk along the streets at night.

Residents are now calling on the police to do more patrols in the Henrietta and Richmond Housing Schemes and to stop the youths from gathering at street corners at night.

GUYANA CHRONICLE Tuesday December 16, 2014

Father charged for allegedly assaulting daughter A FORTY-six- year -old father was on Thursday granted $20,000 bail after he appeared before city Magistrate Annette Singh charged with assaulting his daughter Angelina John so as to cause her actual bodily harm.

Raymond John denied the allegation that on December 9 at 263 Independence Boulevard, La Penitence, Georgetown, he unlawfully assaulted Angelina John so as to cause her actual bodily harm.

Police Prosecutor Dinero Jones told the court that the unemployed defendant is the father of the virtual complainant and did not object to bail. In addition to granting John bail,the magistrate bonded him to be on good behaviour until completion of the trial.

John’s ex-spouse was also slapped with a charge of assault allegedly committed on him. She pleaded not guilty to the charge which alleges that on the same day at their home, she unlawfully assaulted John so as to cause him actual bodily harm.

The 45- year-old housewife told the court that her husband had assaulted her daughter and she intervened; she explained that she had reported that matter to the Ruimveldt Police Station.

In the absence of opposition from the prosecutor, the mother was granted $10,000 bail and was bonded to be on good behavior. The matter was transferred to Magistrate Geeta Chandan-Edmonds for December 15.

Lindener fined for assaulting, attempting to rob octogenarian A MAN accused of assaulting a pensioner as he attempted to rob him was yesterday made to pay a fine of $50,000 by Magistrate Annette Singh.

Dwayne Gilkes of 170 Half Mile Wismar, who is self-employed admitted to the charge that said on December 8 at 99 Republic Garden McKenzie, Linden,he assaulted Norman Chapman with intent to rob him.

Police Prosecutor Dinero Jones told that court that on the day in question around 12:30 hrs, the virtual complainant who is 89 years old and who resides at the said address was at home in the upper flat of his two -storeyed house. The elderly man reportedly heard noise coming from downstairs and on checking, encountered the defendant. When asked what he was doing, Gilks reportedly demanded that the pensioner give him all his money. Gilkes became annoyed and started to kick and hit Chapman when he told him he did not have any money. The defendant then tried to strangle Chapman, but the man managed to fight him off, ran to the door to seek rescue and public- spirited citizens came to his assistance.

The matter was reported to the police and the defendant was arrested and charged.

The 51- year- old Gilkes told the court that he is “sickly,� and admitted and accepted that he was wrong to have committed the offence.

Magistrate Singh ordered the man to pay the fine,failing which he will have to serve nine months in prison.

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Businessman Looknarine Basdeo points to the area where the bandits gained entry to his building. (Photos by Sonell Nelson)

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Two of the CCTV security cameras Basdeo plans to install at his business place.

Bandits grab millions in paint from Vreed-en-Hoop businessman’s shop BUSINESSMAN Looknarine Basdeo received a blow to his business of selling paint when bandits broke into his shop at Vreed-en-Hoop, West Coast Demerara sometime between Sunday night and early yesterday morning.

The Guyana Chronicle was told that the losses which included oil and water paint could reach the $3M

mark, taking into account some 500 gallons in addition to other items taken from the shop.

Basdeo said that he was out of the country but the business was still in operation. He said that on Sunday the store was open until 14:00 hrs, but when a worker entered the store yesterday for business he realised that the stock of paint at the front

of the store was missing. A further check revealed that the store had been broken into from the south eastern side.

The frustrated man said that his store has been the target of break-ins over the last eight years and sometimes it occurs twice a year. However, most of the robberies occur during Christmas season and this

forces him to visit the bank to take out a new loan in addition to cutting back on staff.

He pointed to the imminent situation of cutting back on staff this coming January after the Christmas given the recent break-in. Basdeo said that he invested heavily in the security of his business with the installation of surveillance cameras but the cameras became damaged with the steady and unannounced upgrades and other work of the power company,

which is located aback the area where a number of stalls are located.

He showed this newspaper some cameras which he bought overseas but again he is worried about the damage to his property by the power company.

Meanwhile, speaking with this newspaper, yesterday, a police source indicated that the persons who committed the robbery might have used the waterway as their means of arriving at the location and making off with

their booty.

Since the matter was reported at the Vreed- en-Hoop Police Station, the police have arrested three persons for questioning.

There are also reports that several minibus operators who are usually in that area early in the morning were robbed of items they had on their person. However, when this publication arrived in the area on Monday the operators declined to speak on the matter.

(Leroy Smith)

GUYANA CHRONICLE Tuesday December 16, 2014

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Trail blazer Rafieya H among top 10 at Mis

By Alex Wayne WE knew she was certainly going to excel at the Miss World 2014 and she did even more by blazing a trail at this year’s Miss World Pageant to be named among the top 10 finalists.

Guyana’s Rafieya Husain dazzled at every segment of the competition and when she was announced at No.4 among the top 10 finalists, all Guyana felt the excitement of her achievement.

Though she was not earmarked in the top five that eventually battled for the prestigious title, Guyana’s beauty ambassador has certainly signaled to the entire universe that Guyana is ready again for international pageantry.

Husain competed excellently throughout the

competition to earn her status among the top 10 on the night of the finals. She had also placed among the top 15 in the Beauty with a Purpose competition. Her presentation was based on “Domestic Violence” and educated the audience about the scourge in Guyana.

Miss South Africa, 22-year-old Rolene Strauss, was crowned Miss World 2014 at the contest’s glitzy final in London on Sunday, with an estimated billion viewers watching on television around the globe.

Miss Hungary, Edina Kulcsar, was judged the runner-up and Miss United States, Elizabeth Safrit, came third in the 64th annual competition, contested by women from 121 countries.

Medical student Strauss clasped her hands together in surprise and was crowned by the outgoing Miss World, Megan Young of the Philippines, to huge

Our delightful Rafieya is a beauty beyond compare…

cheers in the ExCeL exhibition centre.

Shimmering costumes Sunday’s show started with a spectacular choreographed dance routine, with all the beauty queens on stage in costumes inspired by their homelands -- including Miss Bolivia in a colourful feathered headdress.

While beauty remains central to the event, the women taking part are chiefly judged on their talents and involvement in good causes.

Miss Malaysia won the talent competition in a live sing-off with Miss Scotland.

In the Beauty with a Purpose section -- the heart of Miss World -- contestants present a charitable project they have been working on in their homeland.

In this section, the Misses Brazil, Guyan after being unable to s In rounds held si London, Miss Finland tion; Miss United Sta Miss Bosnia and He round and Miss Swed

Bollywo The event also fea for 1994’s Miss Wor Rai. The 41-year-old In with her film star hus daughter Aaradhya an

The hauntingly beautiful face of the alluring will be etched in our memories forever

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Husain lands ss World 2014

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The prize was for the “Dhoom 2” star’s charitable work with children with cleft palates since being made famous by the Miss World title.

The 10 contestants who topped the final scoreboard were, in descending order, from India, South Africa, England, Guyana, Brazil, Hungary, Kenya, United States, Mexico and Australia.

They were joined by Miss Thailand, who won the people’s choice award, voted for by people around the world through a mobile phone app.

The judges chose Miss Hungary, Miss Australia, Miss South Africa, Miss United States and Miss England as their top five before picking their top three.

Miss World began in 1951, a year before its chief rival Miss Universe.

Strauss is the third South African Miss World, the country

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having held the title in 1958 and 1974.

Venezuela tops the alltime leader board with six titles, ahead of India and the United Kingdom on five titles each.

The Guyana Chronicle joins with all Guyanese in applauding the success of Miss Husain and in wishing her the best in future endeavours.

The dazzling Rafieya Husain certainly did Guyana proud at this year’s Miss World Pageant

Rafieya is a classical beauty with distinct magical talents

Our Golden Girl certainly ‘shook up de place’ at the 2014 Miss World Pageant The newly- crowned Miss World 2014, South Africa’s 22-year-old Rolene Strauss

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A section of Young Street that the Top Cop lit up but there are plans to put on more lights.

GUYANA CHRONICLE Tuesday December 16, 2014

Commissioner Persaud and his senior officers on Young Street on Sunday night.

TOP COP lights up Young Street

POLICE Commissioner Seelall Persaud on Sunday night turned on the switch to several colourful lights along Young Street, to the south of Police Force Headquarters.

Speaking with the Chronicle on Sunday, with music by the Guyana Police Force Band in the background, Commissioner Persaud said that the lighting up of the poles and trees along Young Street was just part of the Christmas Season and can be regarded as another of the social projects by the Guyana Police Force.

He said that the Force will be adding more lights to the already illuminated streets and poles. The Guyana Chronicle was told that before the end of the week the Guyana Police Force will also be lighting up the administrative and other buildings in Eve Leary as part of the project. “There are more lights to come and by the end of the week you will see the real thing,� Commissioner Persaud told this media house.

On Sunday Seelall was joined by his senior officers and some divisional commanders as they sang along and listened to the Christmas carols which echoed along Young Street and surrounding areas. The music also brought out the recruits from the Felix Austin Police College who joined their seniors for the night of music and lights.

(Leroy Smith)

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New guidance and counselling service tackling drug prevention education, other social issues SOCIAL Life Issues (SLI), a local consultancy, guidance and counselling service, has been hailed as a brilliant example of a non-governmental organisation (NGO) that has the potential to offer strong support for the implementation of at least two action areas on the World Health Organization’s (WHO) Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC), those being ‘sale of tobacco products to minors’ and ‘education and communication’.

This is the view expressed by institutions that have bought into and enlisted into the programme. The organisation, launched on May 25, 2013, targets youths of school-age and has a focus on drug prevention education, while also addressing other social issues such as tobacco smoking, illegal drugs, alcohol, gambling, suicide, domestic violence and teenage pregnancy.

Its vision is to provide assistance to society through information and education on

the named social dilemmas that have a great propensity towards destruction of the individual and family.

the placement of greater emphasis on drug prevention education, contending that if youths could be reached with

MENTORING CHILDREN The organisation conducts a drug prevention education programme in five private secondary schools so far, mentoring more than 200 children.

The schools on board are: Josel Seventh Day Adventist Academy; Chase’s Education Foundation; Institute of Professional Education (IPE) and two branches of the Institute of Business Education (IBE) at Lusignan and Enmore, East Coast Demerara.

SLI hosts a fortnightly television programme, titled, ‘Nipping it in the Bud’. As the name of the programme implies, the organisation is taking a proactive approach to substance abuse and holds the notion that ‘prevention is better than cure’. Therefore, the organisation advocates

Over the last year-anda-half, SLI has made a positive impact on reducing the number of young people falling prey to tobacco and narcotics.

TOBACCO ZERO-TOLERANCE

Mr. John Greaves, Director of SLI Guidance & Counselling Service the message of ‘prevention’ and effectively worked with, then the burden of ‘drug rehabilitation’ would be made lighter, or in effect, will be less of a burden to society.

And since it is established that drug addiction invariably starts with smoking tobacco, the organisation has a deeply entrenched ‘zero-tolerance’ for tobacco smoking, which forms part of their education process and value system.

Social Life Issues is comprised of a team of professionally qualified, experienced and practising social workers, counsellors, a psychologist and a doctor of medicine, among other professional disciplines.

D i re c t o r, M r. J o h n

Greaves, a graduate of the University of Guyana, brings to the task, 32 years of experience as a social worker, as well as several years as a soldier in the Guyana Defence Force and Corps Sergeant Major within the Salvation Army.

He is a stickler for discipline. For several years, Greaves has also been a counsellor with the Salvation Army’s Drug Rehabilitation Programme, until 2013, but remains a Corps Sergeant Major with responsibility for the East La Penitence Worship Corps in Georgetown.

The Salvation Army conducts the sole drug rehabilitation programme in Guyana, which has won the respect and support of the Government of Guyana and over the last eight years, attracting a yearly

grant which now stands at $10M to assist the recovery programme. And more recently Government made a donation of $16M for the refurbishing of the building that houses the programme.

That building, just completed, is due to be unveiled and declared open before the end of December.

Commenting on the morale of the SLI Guidance and Counselling Service, Greaves in his typical military style declared: “The reason we are so different, is that we are not only theoretical but very practical. We have the human resources needed for the task at hand, who are very experienced and qualified, so that we are well poised to make an impact on saving the nation’s most valuable resource – the human resource.”

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GUYANA CHRONICLE Tuesday December 16, 2014

Thieves break into Judge issues second Henrietta house bench warrant for - steal ATM cards ID cards, money

T H I E V E S We d n e s d a y night broke into a house at Henrietta Village on the Essequibo Coast and stole a shoulder bag containing ATM cards, identification cards and a sum of $2,000.00.

According to owner of the house Ms Radika Indarpaul, the thieves removed a glass pane from a louvre window at the front of the one- flat concrete building, pushed their hands through and unlocked the bolt of a door to gain entry into the house.She said herself, mother and two young daughters were asleep when the thieves entered the house.

According to Radika who is a clerk in the accounts department of the Regional Administrative office at Anna Regina, she discovered the front door of the house open and the shoulder bag missing when she woke up just before 6am Thursday morning.She said the house was not ransacked and suggested that the thieves’ motive was probably to find money in the shoulder bag.

She said the matter was reported to the Anna Regina Police station and CID officers promptly visited the house to investigate.

Several other residents

of Henrietta and Richmond Villages have reported that thieves are constantly attacking the villages. One resident said several homes were broken into during the past weeks and added that during the night, many young boys “gang up” in groups on the road side and remain there for long periods. He said even the streets are becoming dangerous to walk at night.

Residents are now calling on the police to do more patrols along the Henrietta and Richmond schemes and to root out the dangerous gangs from the street corners at night. (Rajendra Prabhulall in Essequibo)

rape accused

Justice James BovellDrakes has issued a bench warrant for alleged rapist Muntaz Yassim, who has been repeatedly absent from his trial at the Berbice Assizes.

When the matter was initially called on December 1 last, the accused had pleaded not guilty to two indictments of rape allegedly committed on a girl then aged 11 and 12 years respectively.

However, the case was

further adjourned to December 4, due to the unavailability of Defence Attorney Perry Gossai .

But, on the postponed date,the accused man was a “ no show,” and as a result, the first bench warrant was issued.

Thereafter the matter was adjourned to December 11, and again, Muntaz Yassin failed to attend his court hearing, resulting in the presiding judge issuing a second warrant.

Particulars of the indictment alleged that between January 1 and December 22, 2006 he had carnal knowledge of a girl aged 11 years.

The second count alleged that between December 22, 2006, and November 20 2007, he had carnal knowledge of the same girl then aged 12 years.

The accused, of New Street Cumberland, East Canje, has pleaded not guilty to the indictment.

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GUYANA CHRONICLE Tuesday December 16, 2014

Bibi Shamiza denies being in plot to murder stepfather

…as accused in stepfather murder conspiracy begin making defence

FORTY-YEAR-OLD mother of two Bibi Shamiza Khan, who had allegedly signed a confession statement in the stepfather murder case, denied so doing, but admitted that while suffering from diabetic spells, the police had given her a paper and showed her where to sign.

The accused, who was yesterday giving a sworn statement from the witness box, said she had been a diabetic for 13 years, and on the day in question, the police had kept her in custody without giving her food, and she had been suffering from dizziness.

In her evidence in chief, she also told her lawyer, Mr. Bernard De Santos, S.C., that she could neither read nor write.

On resumption of the trial yesterday, the three accused were told that they could take refuge in silence; remain in the dock and say nothing; or give an unsworn statement from the dock, where no one could ask them questions.

They all elected to testify from the witness box on oath, where they would be subject-

ed to cross-examination.

The defendants in this murder case -- Bibi Shamiza Khan, also called Sham; Hoosman Khan, called ‘Strong Man’; and Bibi Farida Khan, also called ‘Pum’ -- are accused of having, on September 7, 2009 in the county of Demerara, murdered Motilall Singh.

In her testimony, Bibi Shamiza said she and her sister live at Windsor Forest.

Her husband Ayube Hamid had been charged with the said murder, but he died in prison. She said she had been suffering from diabetes for 13 years, and used to receive treatment from the Best Hospital.

She said she was kept at the Leonora Police Station without food, and because the police did not give her anything to eat, she had felt dizzy. She said she had left her two small children at her home without anyone to care for them, and that she had told the police that she wanted to go and look after her children.

In answer to her attorney, Mr De Santos, she said Cpl Foo had handed her the paper,

showed her where to sign, and had said that after she had signed she would be allowed to go home.

In answer to further questions, she said she has had a good relationship with her mother, who lives in New York City, and that she also has a brother living in New York and a brother living in Suriname. She also said that, from time to time, her mother would send money to her children living in Guyana.

According to her, Motilall had come to Guyana because his brother had died. She said that when Motilall was in Guyana, he used to stay at her home, and they had had a good relationship.

Told by Prosecurix Miss Natasha Backer about the allegation that she had gotten together with Farida and the other accused to kill Motilall because he and her mother had a disagreement, the accused Bibi denied the allegation and said, “I could hold the Quran; I never killed Moti”.

When the hearing continues today, the other two accused are expected to testify.

Aries - March 21 - April 19 Express yourself to the fullest today. Feel free to take an unconventional approach when it comes to dealing with your emotions. Try not to let others cajole you into thinking you need to fit into an artificial construct of what you need to be and what you need to think. All you need to do is think for yourself. Fight the established norms and be your own person.

Taurus - April 20 - May 20 It may be hard to deal with the opposing energies today. Conflicting viewpoints and twisted perspectives clash within your world. Your emotions may pin you to one side of the issue, while a powerful force pulls you to believe in a more revolutionary approach. Try to maintain a balance in all situations, especially those that involve the sensitive emotions of others.

Gemini - May 21 - June 21 This may prove a challenging day for you. You're used to being the sovereign surrounded by courtiers currying your favour. There's something trying to draw attention away from you, reminding you that there are other people on this planet besides you.

An unexpected messenger may crop up to remind you that not everything revolves around your existence.

Cancer - June 22 - July 22 Take care of yourself and your needs. There's an advantage to making sure your emotions are cared for and stable before you try to heal others. Your feelings are powerful and erratic today. You might find that other people try to oppose your beliefs. Stand up for yourself and be strong. Don't wait until the last minute to tell someone exactly how you feel about the situation.

Leo - July 23 - August 22 Take the unconventional approach today. You're able to gain a great deal and establish a whole new perspective just by opening your lens wider in order to include what you normally shrug off. Your emotions may be on edge, and the slightest thing may set you off on a rampage. Try your best to keep your cool. Emotional stability is the key to maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

Virgo - August 23 - September 22 Today is a day of opposites for you. You may jump from one thing to another. Somehow nothing seems to sit right with you, and so your search intensifies. Try to be the active one in the situation as opposed to the one acted upon. There is the potential for you to get knocked about, but you can easily turn this around by striking the first blow.

Libra - September 23 - October 22 Today is a terrific day for you, in which action spells reward. You can't go wrong by expressing your needs and how they fit with the collective agenda. Feel free to focus on you and be selfish about your passions. Be aware that unexpected events may crop up to remind you that number one is indeed important, but don't forget about numbers two, three, and so on.

Scorpio - October 23 - November 21 Egos may rage out of control today, leaving you to wonder what all the fuss is about.

Give other people their space. If the conversation gets too boring, just smile and nod.

There may be a great deal of tension among people who are fighting about how much they can get versus how much they give. Try to maintain a healthy balance. Don't get caught in other people's drama.

Sagittarius - November 22 - December 20 Today is a powerful day for you. Your emotions may be stubborn, but realise the very thing you resist is the very thing you need the most. Consider making a major change that will help bring about a healthier balance between you and the people with whom you associate. It may be time for a whole new outlook on how you deal with your relationships.

Capricorn - December 21 - January 19 Today is a powerful day for you. Your emotions may be stubborn, but realise the very thing you resist is the very thing you need the most. Consider making a major change that will help bring about a healthier balance between you and the people with whom you associate. It may be time for a whole new outlook on how you deal with your relationships.

Aquarius - January 20 - February 18 Try not to be too arrogant today, even when you're utterly sure you're right about the given situation. More than likely, you have the correct answers, but it isn't necessary to be strident about it. Unexpected events are coming your way, and you may find that someone is toying with your emotions. Be on guard for people who may want to ruffle your feathers.

Pisces - February 19 - March 20 People may have an extra spark in their actions and an extra bite in their words today. You will find that you may be better off just walking away from any situation that doesn't feel right. You'd be wise to stay in the background and not worry about anything besides your immediate concerns and daily routine. Try not to rock the boat.

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MASSOUSE: Full body massage in the comfort of y o u r h o m e by trained p r o fessionals - 621- 8 2 2 3 .  Greetings Profe s s i o n a l R e p a i r s a n d Servicing - all types of appliances such as washing ma chines, dryers, refrigerators, stoves, aircondition units, convection ovens, deep fryers, c o o l e r s , h e a t e x t r a c t ors, pressure pumps, water dispensers, installing 100 l b g a s c y l i n d e r, treadmill, hot wa ter system etc.; elect r i c al installation and re-spraying of appliances. We offer a 24-hour service for restaurants and hotels - so call us for free quotation country wide, for information and location call 661 8802.                                                                                                                                                                                                           

                

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PEN PAL

 efficient, prompt and reliable service and repairs: refrigerators, washing mac h i n e s , g a s s t o v e s , A C u n i ts and clothes dryers, tel: 2661047, 695-9298 Intercool Enterprises 108 Grove, Scheme, E.B.D.  of 9 construction workers looking for job work o r a n y w o r k - p a i n t e r, p l u m b e r, e le c t r i c i a n , A C man, troweltex man, carpent e r , m a s o n , t i l e r. C a l l 6 1 6 5914, 615-5734 - Eric

PENPAL

 package lifelong pa r t n e r s , f r i e n d s , c o m p a n i o ns, immediate link.

Singles only 18 to 80 years confidential. Tel: 592-223-8237, 6486098 08:30hrs - 17:00hrs (both phones, same hours)  Discount life-long partners, friends, c o m p a n ions, immediate link, single only 18-80 years, confidential - Tel: 592-223-8237, 6486098 - 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (both phones same hours).

MEDITATION

meditation

 meditation? - Sunday 16:00hrs Monar Education Institute, 192 Lance Gibbs Street, Queenstown, Georgetown, Science of Spirituality - Tel: 2250630, 698-0582 www.sos.or Spirituality

SPIRITUALITY

 all your spiritual services - call Sister V - Mon - Fri. 9:002:30 pm - 603-6911.  spiritual help in removing evil spirit, bad lucks, evil sickness, spells, reuniting lovers, bringing prosperity to businesses etc. Tel: 612-6417, 220-0708, 687-5653. works done to bring peace, finance, success, enhanc e p r o s p e r i t y, r e mo v e e v i l , b l o c k a g e, reunite families, lovers, etc. 610-7234, 6440058.          he aling: Removal for blockage, reunite lovers, sickness, skin diseases, pregnancy, na t u r e p r o b l em, business problem. Tel: 674-5317.

VACANCY exists for SECURITY GUARD - apply in person with written application and one passp o r t - s i z e p i c t u r e - T h e Manager Regency Suites/Hotel 98 Hadfield Street, Werk-en-Rust, Georgetown.  Villa, Lot 95 Fifth Avenue, Subryanville, Georgetown, Guyana: One hotel receptionist to work 6 days a week, shift system. One housekeeper to work 6 days a week. 227-2199, 2272186.  exist for Front Desk Clerk - apply in person with written application to: The Manager, Regency Suites/Hotel, 98 Hadfield Street, Werken-Rust, Georgetown.  Operator for interior location. Applicants must be experienced with verifiable reference. Beginners need not apply. Call 618-2020.

 work done in S u r i n a me! Love, marriage, sickness, pregnancy, remove evil, prosperity, business, readings. Call 674-8603, 597-851-9876.  - a high science spiritual healer, solves all purpose problems, such as reuniting lovers, husband, wife, marriage, blockage, prosperity, pregnancy, overseas, court, land, removal of evil, enemy, jobs, money, bad luck, visa, sickness, clearing of land dredge operation, etc. Tel: 671-3204.

TAXI SERVICE

TAXI SERVICE

 Runnings Taxi Service & Auto Rental 46 Sheriff Street Campbellville - Tel: 2256926, 231-5805 - Call us today and enjoy our Christmas treat: with every 4 short drops the next short drop is absolutely free, and only pay half-fare return on all long di s t a n c e drops (Airport, Parika, Mahaica)..

TOURSTOURS              

VACANCY

VACANCY

 domestic between ages of 20 - 30 years - Contact: 227-3341, 6991212.  male sales clerk and one male night security guard. Contact 225-8205.  for interior - watchmen, jet marak and cook. Contact 674-0812.  experienced driver with knowledge of Marketing and Sales - Contact: 227-3341, 699-1212.. Accounts Clerk, one Driver/ Instructor - P.O Box 101374. . Licence must have lorry, between ages 25 and 45. Apply May's Shopping Centre, 98 Regent Street.  merchandiser (male/female) between ages of 18-30 years - Contact: 227-3341, 699-1212  and Salesboys, Avinash & Anand Stores - 226-3361, 227-7828.  Educational Institute, 192 Lance Gibbs Street - 223-7226, 227-3338, 612-9965 - trained/experienced teachers for primary.

  for interior location. Applicants must be experienced with verifiable references. Beginners need not apply. Call 618-2020.   and Factory Assistant living on E.B.D, free accomm o d a t i o n a l s o a v a i l a b l e .

266- 4427.  (male) 35-50 years, must be able to w o r k s h i f t ; s e c u rity guards (male) 35-50 years - shift system - Requirements: Application, police clearance, reference letter, tin # - Apply 233 South Road, Lacytown - Tel: 225-0198.  exist for pump attendants, sales representatives and supervisors - Contact: 2264459, Steve's Service Station, Rubis, Vlissengen Road - Apply with written application, passport size photo, 1 reference, police clearance .  exist in the interior for ATV rider/security officers, excavators/dozer operators, mechanics and servicem e n . I n t e r e s t e d a p p l i c a n ts, please call 223-7217.  exist in the interior for ATV rider/security officers, excavators/dozer operators, mechanics and servicemen. Interested applicants, pl e a s e c a l l 2 2 3 - 7 2 1 7 .  driver to travel in and out of interior. Applicants must be experienced with verifiable references. Beginners n e e d n o t a p p l y. C a l l 6 1 8 2020.  for interior location must know to cook and bake variety of items, strictly nonsmoker. Applicants must be experienced with verifiable references and must be at least 40 years old. Others need not apply. Call 618-2020.

VACANCY  Accounts Clerk, Sales Clerk and Bond Clerk.

Interested persons must have at least three (3) subjects at CXC. Please send application and Curriculum Vitae along with a passport-size photograph to Roy's Pharmacy Stall #32-33 & #64-65 Bourda Market, Georgetown. Also Packing Clerk/ C l eaner, age 35 - 5 0 y e a r s .

Please c a l l 2 2 3 - 6 072.  exist for sales reps., cashiers & counter clerks - Apply in person to Escada Express - Requirements: - 1 passport size photograph, recent police clearance, reference, and must be between ages 25-35 years; 1 housekeeper, preferably female, ages 40-45, and must have cooking experience - Contact information: 225-1322, 225-1328.  For Female Sales/Accounts Clerk. Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons to fill the post of  Clerk within a reputable Private Company. The successful applicant should possess the following competencies and qualifications: At least three ye a r s experience in the sale of Food and Cleaning products. Have good communication skills and be proactive to deal with customers at varying levels. Be able to meet to work in an independent and fast paced environment. Please address all applications to:Director , P.Ramroop & Sons, Lot 5 'R' 2 Kersaint Park, L .B.I, East Coast Demerara. Tel no. 220-3442 or 220 -3479  manufacturing company with strong local and export markets requires the following:- Operations Manager - minimum 7 years experience in managerial position, mature & responsible individual, own transportation; Woodworking Supervisor - mi n i m u m 5 y e a r s experience, wood processing, joinery, quality control, must be able to manage staff of 10 - Send resume to Starcomm Office Furniture, 230 South Road, Bourda, Georgetown email starcomm36@yahoo.com.

LAND FOR SALE Land For Sale  PARK, 125x100 $80M. Tel: 611-0315, 690-8625.  land at Agriculture Road - Tel: 220-0430.  4 ½ acres -$20M, Call Carol, 623-0070.  Street 41'x171' - $30M. Call Carol, 623-0070.  Acres 50'x100' $20M. Call Carol, 623-0070.  Gardens double lot $45M. Ganesh 611-0315, 690-8625.  lot of land off seawall at Liliendaal, ECD. Call 6786887 - Shiv.  land in Forshaw Street, Queenstown. Enquiries, call 694-9262.  house lot: Belle West Plantation, $1.6M - 618-2317 - Must sell.  roadside land: East Coast Public Road - Tel: 673-0591.  between $7M and $20M, Diamond, Nandy Park, Republic Gardens. Tel: 689-6255.  Land at Coverden 3 acres - $160M. Call Carol, 623-0070.

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LAND FOR SALE

 lot for sale 6 093 sq. ft at Roraima comp o u n d , Ve r s a i l l e s , W e s t B a n k , L o t 1 0 7 . Phone 2260351, 685-4321.

 Providence - front gated community, large house lot $16M, Herstelling EBD land with foundation $10M front, Canal Polder 8 acres land $ 1 2 M . Te l : 2 2 5 - 3 7 3 7 , 2 2 5 4398, 651-7078.

 Land - Eccles just off public road 60'x220' Price $50M, Vreed-en-Hoop public road land 80'x140' Price $ 3 5 M . Te l : 2 2 5 - 3 7 3 7 , 2 2 5 4398, 651-7078.  $4.5M, Mon Repos $5.8M, Lusignan $4.5M, Annandale $5.3M - Troy 626-2243, 694-3652.  only remaining land 120x100 p l u s r e s e r v e f o r 4 0 cars, East & Quamina Streets US$1.7M. Phone Harold Anthony Reid, 627-0288.  183 William Street, Kitty 113'x38' suitable for bond, apartment building, etc., reasonably priced - Tel: 664-0829. : 151 acres of land (from road to river) Price $35M neg. - Tel: 220-8596, 6439196, 610-7998, 686-1091.  : partly cultivated, with creek bisecting land, no reasonable price refused - Contact T. Drepaul at 686-3794, 261-5541.  plot of land 0.756 acres located at Plantation L'Oratoire Canal No. 1 West Bank Demerara. Asking price $4.5M, neg. Contact 6850806, 691-0442.  need a house lot in Cove & John, Nutenzeil, Beldfield, East Coast Demerara Please call Tel: 225-3737, 651-7078.   lot, Republic, Park $8.5M - Call Mr. Boodram: 225-2626, 692-3831, Mr. Pereira 231-2064, 227-6949, 669-0943.  Road La Penitence land size 140 x 60 $17M, Phone Vice President 231-2064, 225-3068, 2276863, 226-1064, 227-6949, 225-2626.  SQ. FT. in Republic Park (front section) prime location. Interested persons, kindly contact 6768827, 629 - 6 5 8 4 , 6 4 5 - 6 8 2 8 , 697-4800.  Public Road, WCD 38x150, 39x150 $16M each, Back Street, Unity, La Grange WBD 85x750 - $16M Call: 666-3619.   blocks in Potaro, 1200 acres $35M & 483 acres $26.5M. Precious minerals, gold & diamond. Contact o w n e r s 6 7 6 - 7 4 0 5 , 6 8 8-6946.  Gardens 6000 sq. ft. $26M, Prashad Nagar for Bond 120x60 $24M, 692-3831, 6693350, 623-2591, 2261064, 225-5198, 227-6 9 4 9 , 2 3 1 - 2 0 6 4 , 2 2 5 2626.  Atlantic Ville residential land 50'x100'. Price $20M, Mon Repos just off public road.

Price $10M. Tel: 225-3737, 2254398, 651-7078.      Cummings Lodge, Sophia $4.5M close to U G. Phone Mr Boodram 6923831, Mr Hercules 225-3068, Mr Pereira 669-3350, 6 2 3 - 2 5 9 1 , 22 5 - 2 6 2 6 , 2 2 7 - 6 8 6 3 .  approximately 40'x500 $9.5M, 3 & 4 acres Water Front, EBD; Mahaica 6 acres road side $75M -   GREA: Lethem business spot near bridge $6M, double lots 110'x175' near Telephone Exchange $25M, 20 acres Anarica $12M. Tel: 225-3737, 225-4398, 651-7078.  - $ 3M, Diamond $8M, An n a n d a l e E C D $ 5 M , 30 acres sandpit on Lind e n Highway $15M, 140 acres with mining permit $40M, Eccles $50M. Tel: 225-3737, 225-4398, 651- 7 0 7 8 .  Margot, ECD.: 1 three-flat corner building - land space 160' x 200'; 2-lot space prime for business; 1 land 100'x80'prime for business, 643-7606, 6 0 9 - 0 4 80, 2 2 0 - 3 5 9 5

 farm land in Craig, Buzz-a-Bee ideal f o r h o u s i n g and gated comm u n i t y. H o u s i n g b e i n g d e v e l o p e d b a c k o f Grove/Diamond across trench. Asking $ 1 0 M . C a l l 6 6 4 - 4 1 31 , 6 0 1 1 867.  Street w e l l - d e v e l o p e d , fully fenced land measuring 100 feet x 62 feet next to Scotia Bank $150M. Serious enquiries only - Call 227-5407, 658-2686.   Harmonie $1.2M, $1.4M & $3.5M (100ft x 50ft), Eccles $4.5M, Providence $4.5M, Herstelling $4.5M, Cornelia Ida $3M, Uitvlugt $3M, New Zeelugt Scheme $2.5M (100ft.x50ft.). Call 677-7095. Linden Highway, east of Splashmin 30 acres $15M. 130 acres sandpit EPA clearance $40M, mining blocks Sherima 600 acres $12M, Kwakwani 2200 acres $15M, new mining areas.

Tel: 225-3737, 225-4398, 6517078.  business land 125x50 neg., in Smyth Street opposite Jumbo Jet. Valuation $85M Asking price $75M, 3% refund on agent commission earned. Call Lord and Harold Anthony Reid's Realty 627-0288, 667-7812, 2253068, 225-2626, 231-2864, 2255198, 225-2709, 669-3350, 2261064, 227-6949, 646-1712.  invite you to purc h a s e t h e f o l l o w ing land for b o n d , Chandra & Gange 125x120 corner lot $65M, William Street, Kitty 120x45 for bond, Gange 125x62 in Prashad Nagar for bond. Phone Mr Boodram 6923831, Mr Pereira 623-2591, 6690943, 226 - 1 0 6 4 , L a d y Herc u l e s 2 2 5 - 3 0 6 8 , 2 2 5 - 2626, 225-5198, 225-2709.          i n t h e N e w P r o v idence Avenue, some others as low as $9M per house lot. Sugrim Singh Road, Ogle 130x94 $50M, Phone Tony Reid's Realty Ltd, Harold Anthony Reid BSC 627-0288, Mr. Carlos Boodram 692-3831, Mr. Pereira 623-2591, 669-0943, Lady Abundance 225-3068, 225-2626, 667 - 7 8 1 2 .     144 Cedar Court Lamaha Gardens 110x50 $46M, giveaway, Lot 200 Duncan Street Lamaha Gardens $30M for your dream house. Phone Mr Boodram 669-0904, 623-2591, Lady Abundance 225-3068, 226-1064, 2255198, 225-2709, 225-2626, 6677812, 669-3350.  giveaway!!!

Two percent refund to you on Realtor's commission for the month of December when you purchase any of our land: Smyth Street 125x50 opposite Jumbo Jet $75M, East & Quamina Streets 120x100 US$1.7M, Turkeyen 1½ acres for bond next to Beepat $65M, Middle Road 130x60 $12M, Cummings Sophia $5M. Call Lady Jones 688-3431, 627-0288  Diamond: 2nd Street land $8M, double lot $12M, Annandale $5M, Enmore public road, Enmore large plot of land for business $25M. Tel: 2253737, 225-4398, 651-7078.       5 0 a c r e s , 6 0 0 river s ide for international resort/hotel for boating, yachting, golf course and water sports US$700 000. 200 house lots by stadium. You can form a group of 200 and buy one. (that is creativity and flexibility), Da Silva Street 75x 33 - $14.9M, Phone Tony Reid, Harold 627-0288, 6923831, 225-2709, 227-6863, 2255 1 9 8 , 2 2 5 - 2 6 2 6 , 2 2 7 -6949, 231-2064, 226-1064.

LAND FOR SALE  away land East and Quamina Streets corner 1 2 0 x 1 0 0 - U S $ 1 . 7M n e g . , Hadfield Street opposite new e x p e c t e d G G M C $ 11 5 M , South Road close to Wellington Street 30x112 $65M, Newtown 75x 32 $14.9M, William Street 114x45 $28M, Prashad Nagar $26M, 125x62 Blygezight box 80 x 7 5 $ 3 2 M , P h o n e M r Boodram 692-3831, 225-2626, Mr Pereira 225-3068, 2253068, 226-1062.

TO LET TO LET  bottom flat business spot on South Road. Call 227-1845.

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  property in Eccles, high income area, with all mondern amenities. Contact 677-3350/603-4751.

 for rent newly renovated (2) two-bedroom apartment situated at 136 Fifth Street, Alberttown - Tel: 664-0829.

 3-bedroom upstairs with inside toilet and bath at Mon Repos, ECD - Price $50 000 monthly - Tel: 629-5300.

 3-apartment building, semi-furnished, new hot & cold water, AC, ready to go! - Call 623-5550.

, Section 'B' 2 storied semi-furnished Road front property$120,000.  

 2-bedroom upper flat, Mc Doom Public Road, EBD, $45 000 monthly - Tel: 653-7654 couple preferred.

-bedroom apartment situated at Lot 319 East Street, North Cummingsburg, Georgetown, $30 000 monthly. Call: 226-3387.

 newly built two-bedroom apartment in a safe environment, perfect location - Contact: 698-6496.

 visitors, Subryanville, short & long term rental fully-furnished two-bedroom apartment - Tel: 226-5369, 696-5271.

 concrete top flat etc. Contact: 218-0290.

 apartment, reasonable price, water, light, etc., New Market Street, Georgetown - Tel: 2274422, 683-7410.

  2bedroom apartment - 2204897.

 apartment at Triumph Village Call 220-7937, 625-5257, 670-3743

 2-bedroom bottom flat - Call 624-0777 after 5 pm.

-bedroom furnished apartment with modern amenities; interested persons please call 649-2251.

 furnished, air-conditione d o n e - b e d r o o m a p a r t ment, Tel: 623-2923.  chicken farm, cheap electricity and water. Call: 4446589, 444-6597, 694-1888.

 one-bedroom apartment, fully furnished for single person, in Tucville Squatting Area.-Contact: 691-4753.

 property, Church Street, Duke Street, 611-0315, 690-8625 - Ganesh.

        and Sheriff Streets: 1 spacious, furnished 1-bedroom, 2 beds, AC, parking, etc., US$50 per day - 6942503.

 bedroom apartment with 2 bathrooms in Charlestown.

Contact 600-6364.  & unfurnished two-bedroom apartments, business space. Call: 621-5282.

 space: central location, large executive office space, Price $45 000 - Tel: 6778176.  office space (22'x12') Tel: 226-1308, 6550897.  constructed apartment and house in a safe and healthy environment, WCD. Call: 698-6496.  Street, Kitty: Fully furnished one- and two-bedroom apartment from US$20 daily. 2275852, 638-4404.  bottom flat in Werk-en-Rust $60,000 monthly (no parking) Tel: 6899222.  Park - unfurnished 2 bedroom bottom flat. $55,000.

Contact 614-0166, 601-6639  3 Bedroom apartment, Eccles, E.B.D. Contact: 6727756 or 694-3421  place Unity Mahaica Contact Bevan: 2593027, 615-3548.   3-bedroom available in South, Kitty and Industry, fully furnished $160 000 and $80 000 - 684-6266.  2-bedroom apartment, Eccles Public Road, EBD, $40 000 monthly -Contact: 641-3595.  Regent Street top flat, business/office s pace. Te l : 6 1 8 - 3 6 3 5 .  2-bedroom house with AC and washing machine in Kitty area - Contact: 6448074. -bedroom unfurnished bottom flat apartment with toilet and bath - Contact: 223-3067.

 apartment in Parafaite Harmony West Bank Demearara. $18,000 monthly. Call: 694-7817/668-0306

 -appointed two-flat building in Bel Air Park, 4 selfcontained rooms, US$2500 neg.

Tel: 641-4952, 662-1991.

 business place, Sheriff Street, 2 and 3 floor for offices. Contact 627-6740.

         upper flat and two-bedroom bottom flat in Atlantic Gardens - Tel: 6671310.

 Road: two-bedroom furnished bottom flat apartment, no agents - please contact; 611-6361, between 7am - 5 pm.

 2-bedroom top and bottom flat in Kitty & Bel Air $120 000, unfurnished Norton Street $50 000. 684-6266.

 flat suitable for school, church, salon, etc. in Cummings Street - Tel: 2332692.

 Furnished 1- and 2-bedroom apartments US$25 per day. Call: 679-0757.

  building in New Herstelling Housing Scheme, EBD, 4th bridge on the right, Call 222-4933, 6441712.

 place in Durban Street: 9x12, suitable for barber shop, office, nails, boutique, etc., $40 000 - 226-0673, 685-4694.  one-bedroom apartment, furnished $60 000. Call 622-8109.       houses/apartments and commercial spaces and 3 storey Building to rent.

Call: 216-3120, 667-6644.  rentals: Rooms and apartment, AC, $8 000, fans $5 000 and $4 000 at Julian's Guest House. 638-4505, 679-4352.  business/office space (10ft x 3.5ft) at 15 Henry Street, Werk-en-Rust, Georgetown - $15 000 monthly. Call 610-7770, 668-6018.  for rent/for sale: newly built three (3) storey, lot 39-40 Broad Street - Tel: 623-4706, 2263810.  2-bedroom apartment: parking, water, electricity, Diamond New Scheme - $45 000 monthly - 622-1343.  Berbice car park: Retail space, ideal for store/fast food; very busy, high traffic location. Tel: 227-5108.  close to Law Courts, City Hall etc. Office space available, very central for business. Tel: 227-5108.  furnished apartment, AC, internet, hot and cold shower, US$25 daily. No private calls - 2316061, 621-1524.  One-bedroom unfurnished apartment fully grilled, 24 hours water system and security camera - $55 000 monthly. 650-1471. -bedroom apartment couple or single person, Middle Road, La Penitence - $32 000 monthly. Tel: 225-9759, 653-5763, 227-6678.    furnished and unfurnished apartments $85 000 to $160 000. Business space.    -bedroom apartment, upper flat, in Norton Street, five buildings from Camp Street - Call: 6280972 - $55 000 per month.

 located space suitable for office, printery, sales, salon barber, Mash camp etc. Call 227-3064, 628-7589.  space, two-flat, Ketley Street, between Broad & Drydale streets, well secured - phone, toilets, grilled, light, water - contact: Desiree 643-3675.  (1) three-bedroom flat apartment to rent at CI, WCD, inclusive pre-paid meter and water - Price $55 000 per month - Call 687-1628  bedroom apartment, upper flat, in Norton Street, five buildings from Camp Street - Call: 628-0972 - $55 000 per month.  2-bedroom concrete & tiled apartment with hot & cold, AC etc. Location Mon Repos, ECD Price $80 000. Tel: 618-0626.   Furnished 2-bedroom top flat available from January 1. Phone and parking included.

Working couple or single only. Call 222-6708, 623-3404.  renovated: apartment rooms for rent on 75 Public Road, Herstelling, East Bank, Demerara Contact: Handel on 621-6862 for more details.  upper flat apartment, light, water, toilet & bath inside, at Canal #2, $30 000 neg., monthly - 2236941, 685-9590.  Gardens: Two-storey concrete, five-bedroom, self-contained, hot & cold, AC etc. 618-3635 marbollers@hotmail.com - Spacious 3 bedrooms upper apartment with parking-$85,000. JEWANRAM: 227-1988/ 623-6431   - Studio one bedroom semi- furnished apartment with parking, internet and ac- $55,000 neg     - Spacious 3 bedrooms property with parking$95,000.     

 - 4 bedrooms furnished property with fruit trees, etc - US$2500.   - 3 bedrooms upper apartment. Back building.

No parking$70,000.    - 3 bedrooms furnished property. Long Term/ Short Term. US$1800/ US$1300.    bedrooms apartment, Industry ECD, parking, Furnished;19” television, beds, stove, suite, refrigerator, microwave, washing machine, $60,000 monthly, Call 628-2866 -bedroom bottom flat apartment with inside washroom, living and kitchen areas $30 000 monthly, at Lot 207 1st Success, ECD. Call 220-4804, 642-3478, 662-1893. for residential or business purpose at Carmichael Street, opposite Bishops' High School, threestorey building at Albert and Crown Streets, Queenstown. Contact 6768827, 629-6584, 645-6825, 697-4800.  one-BEDROOM semi-furnished apartment, Vryheid Lust - ECD, suitable for honeymoon couples, daily rental US$30 & US$40, monthly $55 000 - Contact: 694-6825.  1-bedroom $50 000 semi-furnished $60 000, 4bedroom Meadow Brook $100 000, Raul 655-8361, 699-6811.  Road WCD $50 000, Queenstown office space 3 rooms $60 000, Bel Air Park top off 3 bedrooms US$500 monthly rental US$1000, phone 226-1064, 227-6863, 225-2709, 225-5198, 227-6949, 623-2591, 6693350.  Realty, 17 Brickdam and Sendall Place, Stabroek. Coverden, EBD land (rent), Coldingen ECD warehousing facility to rent. Call 223-1217, 686-1853, 693-5085 & 613-6386.  place: Suitable for boutique/barber shop/office etc. in D'Urban Street just off pavement $50 000 & $60 000. Tel: 226-0673, 6854694  rental - fully furnished in Eccles US$2500, Lamaha Gardens, US1200, executive apartment US$500, US$1500, Foundation Realty 618-0000, 615-0069.  classrooms available. Rent as you need one day a week, two days a week. Suitable for day classes, lessons, evening classes, lectures. No flooding. 71 Croal Street, Stabroek.

Tel: 624-5741.  Park: one 3-storey 4-bedroom property with lots of yard space, storage and swimming pool, etc. - Price US$3,300 neg. - Tel: 220-8596, 643-9196, 610-7998, 6861091. -bedroom (self-contained) house at Earl's Court residential area, furnished and unfurnished 2-bedroom apartment located on East Coast $40 000 up, one business place located on East Coast public road. Tel: 624-6772. -bedroom fully furnished apartment Sixth Avenue, Diamond, EBD, telephone, internet, parking, etc, available for long term ,short term rental. - $75 000 per month (negotiable). Short term rental for overseas visitors US$25 per day. Tel:658-1523, 638-3622, 231-8567.  one-bedroom apartment to rent: location Bagotstown East Bank Demerara - cost $25 000 per month which includes light and water, contact numbers 233-5868, 6797644, 627-5079.  Package: - Looking for a place for family on Christmas reunion? Come n check our sevenroom bungalow on the East Coast Atlantic View with all facilities, long or short term - 220-2130, 6121571.

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 classrooms available. Rent as you need one day a week, two days a week. Suitable for day classes, lessons, evening classes, lectures. No flooding. 71 Croal Street, Stabroek. Tel: 624-5741.

 place in Robb Street, Regent Street, South Road and Alberttown from $60 000 to US$6500. Office space from $35 000 to $120 000 central Georgetown.

2-bedroom apartment in Garnett Street $40 000, Seaforth new 2bedroom apartment $60 000 upper flat Atlantic Gardens 3-bedroom, furnished upper flat, AC, hot & cold water $120 000. 2-bedroom furnished, AC internet US$700. One- and two-bedroom in South $40 000 - $70 000 furnished. Call: 616-5914, 615-5734 Eric.

          

 3-storey 9 600 sq. ft. s t a t e-of-the-art complex in 92 Middle Street opposite Hibiscus Restaurant suitable for internal 24hour nightly look atmosphere, block two restaurant in same atmosphere, top floor conference room for rental on a weekly basic for international investors, gold and diamond trading, 24 hours security bullet- proof glass, front parking for 12 vehicles in the compound. Call the World #1 Real Estate Tycoon from Tony Reid's Realty, Harold Anthony Reid BSC Financial and Investment Consultant.

Phone 667-7812, Mr Carlos Boodram 692-3831, Mr Aloysious Pereira 623-2591, 669-0943, Lady Abundance 225-3068, Mr Terrence Reid 667-7812, 225-2626 , 225-3968, 227-6863 15%.

Commission on introduction of buyer.

 Gardens income property US$2500 monthly - $90M neg. - 611-0315, 690-8625.

Well-appointed 5 bedrooms fully furnished palatial residence lovely floral, kitchen garden, fruit trees, etc suitable for Ambassador, Diplomats, Business ExecutivesUS$6000.     Road 3-bedroom $60 000, Queenstown bottom 2-bedroom $60 000, 1-month apartment with lawn tennis court at US$1800 therein 24 hours security 6923831, 226-1064, 225-5198, 2253068, 225-2709, 225-2626.  Robb Street - one threestorey concrete building in commercial area, can be rented whole or in part, business and office spots at Regent, Garnett, Sheriff and Robb Streets. Tel: 225-3737, 225-4398, 6517078.  discount on rentals, University Gardens two-bedroom furnished apartment with 24-hour security service provided, access to tennis court and gazebo tent on lawn US$1500, Middle Street 9 000 sq. ft, three-storey property. For more information call Lady Jones 688-3431, 627-0288.  2-flat house for rent at Lot 6 Section 'D' Non-Pariel, ECD (roadside) with 3 bedrooms included one master room, 2 washrooms, granite top kitchen cupboard, dining and living room area, hot and cold water system, landscaping, AC units, enclosed garage etc. Interested person please call 6423478, 675-9107, 662-1893.

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 flat house in Good Hope - Contact 638-3636.  at Aracari Public Road $15M neg Tel: 689-6255.  double lot $120M. Call Carol, 623-0070.  Air Park $65M, Section K $65M. Call Carol, 623-0070. , newly renovated $70M. Call Carol, 623-0070.  $60M, Pradoville $70M. Call Carol, 623-0070.  on Albert Street - Bourda - for Sale Contact # 604-5585  near Regent Street, existing parts store. 6411800, 220 3452.  Railway Embankment, 180x80, $50M. Tel: 611-0315, 690-8625.   Campbellville property $45M, 5 bedrooms, four bathrooms. Call 663-1728.  house and land in Vergenoegen, EBE. Tel: 6641277, 669-0824.

 furnished American-style upper flat located at Garnett Street, Campbellville. includes 4 self-contained bedrooms, 1 master rooms, 1 American style furnished kitchen, laundry room, 2 large living rooms, AC unit hot and cold etc. Secure parking available. Suitable for diplomats, ambassadors and business executives. Serious enquiries. Call: 684-3998.  World #1 Realtor Mister Terry Redford Reid 667-7812, 2256858, 225-7164, 226-1064, 2252626, 231-2068, 619-7945. Have the executive rental reduced by 35%, Prashad Nagar US$1000, Jacaranda Ave. Bel Air Park US$2000, Barima Ave Bel Air Park US$1800, Bel Air Springs US$1000, large bond for rental office small form US$375, 10 000 sq ft office space for technology business. 22 5 - 2626, 225-5198, 2261064, 6 2 3 - 2 5 9 1 , 6 6 9 - 3350  one four-bedroom fully furnished house with master room suite, and fully air-conditioned Meadow Brook Square US$2500. One two-bedroom flat newly constructed, tiled, above normal ground level, Guyhoc Park $55 000. Bel Air Springs: three-bedroom, fully furnished with master, generator, maid and gardener. Married couple or single person preferred US$3000.

Three-bedroom fully furnished with master room US$3000 - Wills Realty 227-2612, 627-8314

 for sale, Lot 48 Light Street, Alberttown - Contact 220-2723, 619-4483.  place Robb Street - 223-6524, 628-0747 Success Realty.  at 4 Austin Street, Campbellville 45x35. Call 2257229, 662-4537.  Village, East Coast Demerara, one acre land and house - 689-7424.  2-storey concrete house with 3 large bedrooms, 2-½ bath, condition $25M. Call 669-1028.  Avenue: large twostorey concrete building, vacant possession - Tel: 642-0636.  75 & 68 No. 2 Village, East Canje, Berbice - Contact: 332-0205, 332-0097. 3 storey concrete building, 51 AA Eccles, EBD $60M. Call: 621-7603.  acre land: situated at Land of Canaan - Contact; 6756647, 646-0336.  unfurnished apartment, parking facilities available. Call: 627-0396 for further details.  Road business place, large two-storey concrete building. No repairs. Vacant possession. Tel: 642-0636.

 at Rahaman's Park, Greater G/town, Guyana .

Price neg. Contact Rudy 6730826.     LOCATION, GROVE, EBD - $39M, neg. 613-5645. No agents.  ¼ acre plot - 61 Section "C" Nabaclis, E.C. Dem - Contact: 6481037.

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 Street land $30M, Eccles $20M property, Continental Park $56M, Agriculture Road $20M, Queenstown $28M, Enmore $10M. Foundation Realty, 618-0000, 6150069.

flat wooden and concrete building: repairs needed, situated at East Street, South Cummingsburg, central Georgetown, between Middle and Quamina Streets - $25M neg. - Call Bacchus - Tel: 225-6330.

 Cecilia, Essequibo Coast: 1 newly constructed concrete building with existing supermarket, 80x150 ft. with extra land space, $150M neg. - 774-4175, 642-8649.  Springs: Transported property,, 4 fully furnished bedrooms (one self-contained), 3 toilets/baths, lots of land space, parking for vehicles. Price neg. Call 6251684, 226-0891, 651-7538..

 Property in the interior with attached business priced to go at $18,000.000.00 Call 675-3384  Public Road, large concrete building with four bedrooms, no repair, vacant possession - Tel: 6420636.

 3-BEDROOM flat house at Stone Avenue, Campbellville, serious enquiries only - Call 223-2053, 347-357-1698.

  2 - s t o r e y b u i l d i n g s i t u a t e d a t L o t 4 9 Parker Street Providence. Each flat contains 3 bedrooms, one self-cont ained, equipped with air-conditioned living room, water, light and fully secured with grille. Parking also available. Call 625-6227.

 $30M, Cummings Lodge $35M, Eccles $28M, business place $40M. Tel: 225-0545.  property on 44x144 plot of land in Sandy Babb Street, Kitty $58M neg., Contact 6803771, 694-7210.

 Gardens, house on double lot 5 bedrooms, modern amenities $75M. Call Carol, 623-0070.   flat house at Stone Avenue, Campbellville, serious enquiries only - Call 223-2053, 347-3571698.  for sale in Providence: 5 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2 minutes walk to Stadium, $25M - 639-8182.        6-bedroom house, situated East La Penitence, $30M negotiable - Tel: 695-7075.  for commercial/residential use, with one front house, at 20 North Road, Bourda, Georgetown - Owner 2255727 - $50M.  property in the interior with attached business. Priced to go at $18M. Call 675-3384.  Street: one 2-storey newly renovated concrete property with 6 bedrooms - Price $60M neg. Tel: 220-8596, 643-9196, 610-7998, 686-1091.  $16M, Eccles $15M, $18M, $19M, Diamond $7M, $35M, ECD $12M to $35M. Call Eric, 616-5914, 615-5734.  Newly constructed four-bedroom executive concrete building. Vacant possession. Tel: 642-0636.   COURT, TWO STOREY CONCRETE, FOUR BEDROOMS, STUDY, PARKING ETC. LAND SIZE 80X100. $48M. CALL 618-3635.  main road, wooden building $16M, Sophia 2-storey concrete building, land size 50x200 $18M neg. Tel: 684-6266.  place: Newly constructed two-storey concrete building.

Strictly no flooding. Vacant possession. Tel: 642-0636. : 4 apartments (2 bedrooms each) wooden and concrete property- monthly income of $160,000- $28M. JEWANRAM: 2271988/ 623-6431/ 657-8887.  4-bedroom with solar panel, fully furnished, with parking garage, patio; 324 Sachi Bazaar and Ganges Street, Prashad Nagar - Contact: 675-6647, 646-0336.

  : one 2storey concrete house, 4 rooms upper flat; two 1-bedroom apartment lower flat, no repa i r s , $ 4 5 M ; A l l i a n c e R o a d , Timehri: house 20x30 on land 50x450, $8M - Naresh Persaud 225-9882, 681-2499. Front property Enterprise G a r d e n s , E C D. Competition $150M reduced to $43M neg. with fresh Atlantic sea breeze to cure all health problems in an upscale, highly residential area. Serious enquiries only. Contact Rudy 673-0826.

storey business property located at Ketley and Howes Streets, Charlestown - Tel: 6239679.

 concrete house, 3 bedrooms, 1 self-contained with AC, 1 laundry room, located at Mon Repos E.C.D - $32M neg. Tel: 642-2116.

 Gardens, E BD, new 2-storey concrete 4bedroom, 2 toilets, 3 bathrooms, kitchen, living room, laundry, roof garden, gated communi t y - $ 2 6.5M . 6 5 2 - 9 1 7 3 , 6 4 4 3275.

  3-bedroom property in Prashad Nagar reduced from $42M t o $ 3 4 M, Pere Street $34M. Phone 623-25 9 1 , 6923631, 669-3350, Mr Alex 6 6 9 0943, 225-2626, 225-3068, 6232591.          L u s t main road $18M, Diamond $7 - $35M, Eccles $16 - $28M, Herstelling $15 - $25M - contact: 616 - 5914, 615-5734.  with all modern amenities in excellent condition, located at 34 Garnett Street, Newtown near Vlissengen Road.

Price neg. Contact: 227-5774, 662-4537.  sale rich farm land approximately 2 miles by 80ft. in Canal No. 1 West Bank Demerara, good for pineapple, cane, coffee and cassava, etc. asking $80M neg., house included - contact: Navin 691-2347.  4-bedroom in Windsor Forest WCD, One 2-storey house in Eccles, one 2-storey house in Sheriff Street. Call Mohamed 667-6644 or office 216- 3120.  Ruimveldt Park $30M, North Ruimveldt $22M, $25M, Meadow Brook $25M, Vryheid's Lust ECD $16M, Vreed-en-Hoop Public Road WCD $75M, Canal No.1, WBD $11M neg.

618-36356 marbollers@hotmail.com.  & Son Real Estate Lot 185 Charlotte & King Streets, Maraj Building. Tel: 227-0265, 227-1881, 629-5178, 627-8057 - Ogle, Diamond, Robb Street, Prashad Nagar, Queenstown, South Ruimveldt, Charlestown, Thomas Street, D'Urban Street business spot. LAND Hadfield Street - South, Friendship land size 115x450 (wharf side), Non Pareil.  Vacant possession, owner leaving, Diamond N e w S c h e m e , 2 0 t h Av e n u e , complete 3-bedroom flat concrete house. Price $9.5M neg.

Contact 62 3 - 3 3 4 8 , 6 1 2 - 5 6 3 1  Forest 2storey concrete building $27M, Phoenix Park (90ft. x 47ft.) land $3.5M, La Parfaite Harmonie (100ft. x 50 ft.), High Income area $2.6M. 675-7292, 218-5591.  house, Section A Diamond: fully air-conditioned, hot & cold pressure water system, 2-vehicle garage, master bedroom with Jacuzzi, etc., - Price $38M neg. Tel: 617-2311.

 Babb Street, Kitty: prime business property fully, two- storey building with big yard space, grilled, and two shop fronts for any type of business, lots of customers' parking -Price has been reduced for quick sale - Call Natashia - 6924223 for more information. single storey, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths with bungalow-style roof. Republic Park 2-storey 3-bedroom with selfcontained master room, 2 baths, pantry, laundry room, hot and cold. No agent. Call 6147929, Monday-Friday, 10:00hrs16:00hrs  new flat house 85x30 in Republic Gardens, East Bank Demerara, 3 bedrooms, self-contained, 2 built-in closet each, kitchen, all natural wood and granite, 4 carports, 10ft. high ceiling with PVC, crown moulding, base board, chair rail, entire house and verandah, tiled, 2 black tanks with water pump - $29M. Firm 639-8182 / 660-7320. -storey concrete building for sale or rent prime business location (14 Pitt Street, New Amsterdam, Berbice). Contact: 333-3803, 698-2499. Serious enquiries only.  Vreed-en-Hoop - twostorey concrete building on land 45'x220' Price $36M, Leonora WCD large concrete two-storey ongoing business. Price $100M. Tel: 225-3737, 225-4398, 6517078.  Charlotte Street, Bourda - four-storey concrete building, Robb Street four-storey, Regent Street old wooden building. Please call 225-3737, 2254398, 651-7078.  Public Road two storey concrete and wooden building with ongoing business $55M, Subryanville two-storey concrete building overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Price $100M. Tel: 225-3737, 225-4398, 651-7078.  Success Street - large wooden building, good business spot near public road. Price $55M, wooden building $20M, Princes Street four-bedroom concrete building $16M. Tel: 2253737, 225-4398, 651-7078.  - Good Hope ECD, three lots together 60'x 320' with 12-ft driveway and one concrete building. Price $50M, Ogle corner spot two-storey concrete building on one acre land.

Price $80M. Tel: 225-3737, 2254398, 651-7078.

PROPERTY FOR SALE  Non Pareil ECD, sea side, large two-storey concrete building $25M, Strathspey two-storey concrete building with large land space $ 1 6 M . Te l : 2 2 5 - 3 7 3 7 , 2 2 5 4398, 651-7078.  Canal No. 2 Polder - two-storey concrete building on 8 acres partly cultivated land. Price $25M. Norton Street 4-bedroom concrete building $20M, Princes Street two-storey concrete building with ongoing business. Price $40M. Tel: 2253737, 225-4398, 651-7078.  Sophia two-storey wooden building $5M, Good Hope ECD land with concrete structure $7M, Non Pareil ECD two-storey wooden building $12M, Blankenburg, WCD Bhoodoo's Scheme new twostorey concrete building $ 1 8 M . Te l : 2 2 5 - 3 7 3 7 , 2 2 5 4398, 651-7078.  Forest WCD solid two-storey concrete building $20M, Republic Park 5-bedroom concrete building $55M, Gas station with supermarket, Robb Street fourstorey concrete building.

Please call 225-3737, 2254398, 651-7078.   two-storey concrete and wooden building $9M, Little Diamond twostorey concrete building $14M, Non Pareil ECD twostorey concrete building $14M, Providence flat concrete building $14M. Tel: 2253737, 225-4398, 651-7078.  New two-storey concrete building in Bel Air $75M, Sandy Babb Street business $65M, Shell Road $40M, McDoom Public Road $36M, Sprawling mansion in Meadow Brook Gardens $100M. Tel: 225-3737, 2254398, 651-7078.  property: 3-bedroom, concrete, new, by the Stadium entrance, through the VIP entrance, $17.5M, new - Phone Mr. Boodram 692-3831; Mr. Pereira 623-2591; 669-0943, 226-1064; Lady Abundance 225-3068, 2252709, 227-6863, 225-2626, 6677812.  Realty 17 Brickdam and Sendall Place, Stabroek. Call 2231217, 686-1853, 693-5085, 6136386 Eccles, EBD house and land, Bel Air, ECD land, LBI - ECD house and land, Stone Avenue/Ville house and land, Melanie, ECD house and land, Alb erttown land, Queenstown land, Shell Road Kitty house and land, Dennis Street, Kitty house and land, Fariah Dreams Garden of Eden, EBD house lot  property in Section K, top flat, has three bedrooms and two full bathrooms; bottom flat has two bedrooms and one bathroom; also there is a studio apartment on this flat; there is parking for five cars Asking price G$63M - Great Homes and destination Realty, 592-6631728.  Burnham Gardens $12.7M, Meadow Brook Gardens $8M, Punt Trench Dam $11M, South Gardens $16.5M, Guyhoc Park $14M, Guyhoc Gardens $ 1 2 M , F e s t i val City $12M, $9.5 M , S uccess $15M, Mon Repos $11M, Plaisance $11M, Lodge $14M, Diamond $16M, West Ruimveldt $6M, Bent Street business $16M, 692-3831, Mr Budram 225-2626, 225-3068, 225-5198, 226-1064, 225-2709, 623-0288, 231-2064, 227-6863.  or SELLING your house or land? Call: 678-1575, 2238590. 78 acres riverside land $40M neg. 100 acres farm land with water access plus 2-storey house $100M, Lime Street business property $28M Subryanville, Bel Air, Lamaha Gardens Email: daewynestb@yahoo.com or Facebook: Daewyn Services.

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GUYANA CHRONICLE, TUESDAY,16, DECEMBER 16, 2014 GUYANA CHRONICLE Tuesday December 2014 PROPERTY FOR SALE     is a give-away in 104'J' Lamaha Gardens 5 bedrooms, enclosed roof garden and 4000 sq. bond that can be converted into a 3-apartment room for 6 more apartments, 3-storey concrete reduced for $110M to US$399 999 vacant - Phone Mr. Boodram 6923831, Mr. Pereira 623-2591, Lady Abundance 225-3068, 225-2626, 669-0943, 226-1064, 227-6863, 225-2709, 627-0288.  give away at Tony Re i d ' s R e a l t y : 3 % refund on all commission earned from purchasing or referring or friend or family for the Christmas only - Price f r o m $ 1 2 M t o $ 1 0 0 M , land $4M, to $100M - Phone Mr. Boodram: 692-3831; Harold Anthony Reid BSC Property Consultant, Mr. Pereira 6232591, 669-0904, 226-1064, 225-2709, 227-6863, 2252 6 2 6 , 2 2 5-2709, 667-7812.  Street business and residence $16.9M, Joint Services dev 4-bedroom concrete $28M, now $22M o r giveaways - Meadow Brook concrete ranch $10.5M, Bent Street $9.5M, land Da Silva Street 20x33 ft, $14.9M. Phone Lord E. Harold Anthony Reid Realty 225-2626, 225-5198, Mr Boodram 692-3831, Pereira 623-2591, 609-0604, 2252709, 225-3068.  giveaway! Two percent refund to you on Realtor's commission for the month of December when you purchase any of our properties: Bent Street move-in ready, two-storey concrete & wood $17M, Independence Boulevard two-storey $11M, Call Lady Jones 688-3431, 627-0288.  in houses for Christmas.

Buy what you can afford; start with what you have in your hand Bent Street 2-family or for business big $16.9M. Punt Trench 2-family with reserve for business/residence and apartment $10.5M, Roxanne Burnham Gardens almost new ranch. Excellent Christmas gift $12M. David Street Kitty $19M, BV gated compound $25M. South Gardens new concrete $18M. Charlestown, two-family $11M, 2nd Street Diamond $17M, New Meadow Brook $11M. Phone Mr Patrick Pereira 226-1064, 6232591, 669-0904, Mr Budram 6923831, Lady Abundance 2253068, 225-2709,225-5198, 2252626 or Terrence Reid 667-7812.  express gratitude and thanks. We/you share the following properties for sale: 5-storey Bel Air Springs apartments US$500 000, 7 apartments, Lamaha Gardens 5 bedrooms reduced from $110M to $70M, Bel Air Park concrete $48M, Prashad Nagar concrete 4-bedroom $65M, land in East and Quamina Streets for hospital 120x100 $1.7M, Subryanville house on double lot US$500 000, land 125x50 Smyth Street $62M, land for 5-storey apartment complex 8000 sq. ft $58M, Lamaha Street property $48M, land at Robb and Alexander Streets US$800 000, land and property in High Street 262x80 US$900 000, land in Quamina and Carmichael Street 14 000 sq. ft US$850 000, land in Charlotte Street double lot west of Camp Street US$599 000 and many - 692-3831, 225-2626, 226-1064, 225-3068, 225-5198, 227-6949, 225-2709, 231-2064, 225-3068.  new 3 and 4-bedroom houses , W a t e r S i d e P a r k (close to beach), Bush Lot Vill a g e , W e s t C o a s t B e r b i c e, price starting from $9M, also vac a nt lots from $2.6M, access to Hindu, Muslim, Catholic and Arsamaj churches, nursery, primary and sec o n d a r y s c h o o l s , h e a l t h c e n t e r, gas station, car and machinery sales, horse r a c ing turf, rice factories, h a r d w a r e - w a r e a n d super markets - Call Danesh on 6274381, 226-057 5 .

PROPERTY FOR SALE                    204 Charlotte St. Bourda - tele # 225-8241, 227-4950, after hrs 226-7829, Fax 227-1537 - Executive Ogle - $115M, Diamond $35M, Queenstown - $65M, $75M, $ 9 0 M , $ 1 5 0 M , Ve r s a i l l e s $25M, Continental Park (exquisitely furnished) $70M, Pliasance (2 storey concrete) $23M, John Street, C/Ville $55M, Water Street, Agricola - $18M, M/cony - $65M, Light St. Alberttown $40M, Prospect $20M, Mon Repos - $35M, Enterprise $12M, $15M, LBI $80M, South Ruimveldt - $30M, Hadfield Street $8M, $140M, parfait $15M, Callender St. $12M, New Amsterdam $1.2M US, Soesdyke $4M, Tuschen $50M, $15M, lamaha gardens $80M, North Ruimveldt $40M.   :   river to highway, linden Highway $30M, garden of Eden $3M, Bel Air Park $60M, Diamond $5.5M, Church St. WBD - 5 acres $25M, Vigilance $1.8M, Eccles $16M, Pourderoyen ½ acre $5M, Parika $95M, Queenstown $40M, H adfield St . $ 8 M .      :     5 bedroom fu r n i s h e d , swimming pool US$4000 per month, new one and two bedroom apartments in Georgetown US$800, US$1200 & US$1500 monthly, New Amsterdam US$5500, US$6500, Charlotte St. 3 storey bldg. US$4000 - all prices are negotiable.  building W&C, Norton Street Lodge $18M, 2storey building, North Ruimveldt Park $18M, Land South Ruimveldt Park $8M neg., business & dwelling, Georgetown $60M, La Parfaite Harmonie $45M, R e p u b l i c P a r k $ 4 0 M , f l a t c o n c r e t e b uilding North R u i m v e l d t $ 3 . 5 M . Te l : 6 4 5 5 9 3 8.

HEAVY DUTY EQUIP.                    175, 275 Tr a c t o r, F o r d 7 7 0 0 , 4 W D Tr a c t o r s , 4 1 6 C a t e r p i l lar, 4x4 L/backhoe, Cummings L-10 engine with g e a r b o x . Te l : 6 6 7 - 3 6 1 1 , 699-2563, 671-1809.

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 items for sale, furniture, etc. - 696-5499.  furniture like new. Tel: 616-5914, 615-5734.  puppies for sale: 8 weeks old - Tel: 265-3694  palm plants Call 264-2632.  of water-damaged hardware - as is where is - Call 225-8915.  roadside land: East Coast Public Road - Tel: 673-0591.  gas: 407C-25 lbs. - Phone 233-0608 (8am-4pm) Mon - Fri.  new stove and refrigerator, mixer - call: 675-3384.   writing desk, 1used filing cabinet, contact 682 1822/216 0916.  paint, oil paint, 1gal. & 5 gals Pails, many colours, also 250 gallons Tote water tank - Phone 220-1014.  garden earth from the backdam delivery to spot also road earth for sale -call 641-6248.  MF 290, MF 1755, 580c Hymac, 115-90 Fiat, 3-disc plough, 32 disc harrow - 616-9402.  bred German shepherd pup, 8 weeks old - Contact; 2563819, 615-1295.   swimming pool tablets - Phone 233-0608 (8am-4pm) Mon - Fri.  Japanese Shetzu, mixed with Poodle, vacinated and dewormed. Tel: 275-1122.  generator 110/220 v, 60hz 25Kw, priced to sell. Tel: 6160427, 689-3612.

FOR SALE  coloured T-shirts, dress pants size 40 - contact: 223-4649.  Dell E4300, E6500, M4400 HP Elite Book 6930 laptops - Contact Sean 226-9377.   wood scaffolding with plank - $45 000. 616-5914, 615-5734 - Eric.   290, MF 1755, 580c Hymac, 115-90 Fiat, 3-disc plough, 32 disc harrow - 616-9402.  new 4-cylinder Kubota engine on bed, 19HPS never used Contact: 623-1387.  game consoles game discs and accessories for PS3, PS4, PS2, XBOX - Call 6666661.  plastic bottles: (P.E.T): sizes - 500 ml (1/2 ltr.) $50; 100 ml - $60 - Call 676-6963. round-bottom boat: 40ft. x 7ft. width along 164 000 build-in ice box - Tel: 671-8603, 601-4585.  female German Shepherd and one female Rottweiler.

Call 625-0345. bred female Rottweiler pup. Tel: 220-8904, 220-2277, 629-1471.  at Robb & Bourda Streets. Contact 695-1359 between 09:00hrs and 11:00hrs.  emulsions at reasonable prices for your icicles and beverage needs - Call 676-6963, 218-1611.  equipment treadmill, cardio bicycle, infant bed, swing and high chair. Contact 600-1329.  Ferguson 1085 tractor from USA $1.6M. 2" water pump 3HP industrial type new - 619-6863, 601-8276.  System 200w and 300 w panel package, DC lighting kits, solar system with ac 110v outlets, batteries included. 693-1752, 226-7742.   clothes and foot wear for men, women & children - 121 Thomas Street, Kitty.   , PSP, XBOX 360 games at lowest prices - Contact: 684-3025 for more infoD. 269-0671, 688-1656.  original   from 5/70/16, $160 000 - 6188703.  $80 000, Samsung tablets $50 000, HTC tablets $90 000, Aldo sneakers $20 000, Computer $80 000 - 693-6549.  120 acres citrus farm, fenced for sheep, large creek. Phone 444-6589, 4446597, 694-1888.     backhoe in working condition and 1 un-operational. Call: 444-6589, 444-6597, 694-1888.  jetski 750, Seadoo Jetski 1000 and Bayliner speedboat. Call 444-6589, 4446597, 694-1888.  gas: 22, 410, 134A & 404A, also Argon gas and helium gas for balloons - Phone 2330608 (8am-4pm) Mon - Fri.  dresses and tops for the holiday from the USA, sizes 8-16 - Call 625-5951.  soda, 55 lbs; soda ash, 50 lbs; sulphuric acid, 45 & 5 gals; granular chlorine, 100 lbs; alum, 55lbs - Phone 233-0608 (8am-4pm) Mon - Fri.  concrete mixer, Land Rover defender, 3-door 110 TDI, Kobota diesel engine, Lister welder generator - 231-6322, 6922521.  sale at Morgan's Furniture Store, 167 Charlotte Street, Lacytown - Monday - Friday, Sundays & late openings 226-4129.   48" Smart TV $240 000, 1 TCL 46" LED TV $200 000, one Jialing 150cc Scrambler $80 000. All prices neg. Owner migrating 675-4066

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 all your icicles and beverage needs. Flavour emulsions in wholesale and retail quantities in a wide variety of flavours. Contact: 676-6963, 218-1611.  size wooden Italian antique bedroom set and other furniture for sale, interested persons can call 6223587.

     For all Authentic Truck Parts and Accessories new and used for Leyland DAF, ERF, Bedford Model M and TM Etc from the UKAlso Foreign Used Cummins, DAF and Perkins Engine TM Transfer and Gear Boxes Please CallDave Rameshwar Tel: 592-660-9152, 592-610-2873

 Laurel reasonably priced, driving condition - call 226-7585.

 and acetylene gases, fast and efficient service, 10-11 McDoom, Public Road, EBD - Phone 233-0608 (8am-4pm) Mon - Fri.

 8" complete river dredge already working in the river, all equipment in good working order, 6-cylinder john Deere engine, air compressor, diving suit, 45ft flex pipe, wash box complete with 24ft pontoon & complete camp $4M neg. Please call 661-9431, 682-3632 - Malchan, 6535179 - leave a message.

 Starlet Glanza: 4door, non turbo, automatic, 6441518, 226-1648.

 hold items for sale old records, wares, silver cutlery, foreign used clothing, foreign used queen mattress, air condition, clothing hangers, antique tables, 1 big GE gas stove, 1 dresser, 1 wall divider/TV stand, 1 old piano, 1 freezer (not working), foreign used sheets, 1 commercial cooler, 1 car vacuum - all items must go, owner leav i n g c o u n t r y - Te l : 6 0 9 8487, 614-2022.

 626 car 1995 model, 1800cc - $480 000. 624-6069.

 Arrivals! Beautiful handbags, floral arrangements, gifts, shoes, hats, etc., Order corporate gift baskets by December 20 for 20% discount. Call 675-3384.  plant pots from $1000, Shimano rear derailleur $7 000, Shimano hyper glide 8-spee d c a s s ette/spline (11-32 teeth), $8 000 - Contact: Tel: 642-9901. 80 Mercury outboard engine, one 45 Johnson outboard engine, one 40 Tohatsu outboard engine, one 60 Evinrude outboard engine, one music system, 110 industrial fan. Contact 672-9272.    Ford F150, double cab, brush bar, side step rails, 90 000 miles, manual, 2WD, excellent condition, $1.9M - Contact: Oma at 227-2880, 6501391; serious enquires only.  Wet/Dry Vacuum 68L capacity, 5.0 HP motor $46 000;  portable pocket steamer (new) $18 500,  steam mop (new) $15 500;     hose (new) 65ft $4 000 Contact: 649-9019.   360S, 250GB harddrive, comes with one controller, six games including GTA5, Forza Horizon and Assassin's Creed 3, and Nyko intercooler, in excellent condition - Price $65 000 - Contact: Tel: 642-9901.  gas stove, excellent bargain $45 000 neg. Microwave oven, Magic Chef brand, excellent working condition $15 000, Hitachi brand wrecking hammer 110v - $40 000 neg. - 6864999, 276-3028.  on Xmas trees, palms (foxtail, red palm manilla), hybrid hibiscus, crotons, ficus, ixoras, etc. hybrid papaw, sweet tamarind, etc.

Evergreen Plant Shop, Diamond Housing Scheme - 216-2199, 6875631.  engines 1000, 1100 and 4236 and six-cylinder complete with bed, 2320 excavators BL $14M, Lincon generator welder $850 000, pallet jacks, forklift, model M truck $4M. Tel: 6912921.   plastic barrels, 12"x15" , laminating pouches, Sony mini DVD camera, UPS back-up power supply, 10ftx10ft, complete tent, motion security lights, 10mm RGB LED chasing lights with remote - Tel: 231-1332, 625-1701.  working fridge (G.F brand) $35 000 neg., one electric oven $10 000, Hitachi heavy duty vibrating hammer, moderately used $40 000 neg., 26" Sony TV flat screen $35 000 neg. Phone 686-4999, 276-3028.  Serato boxes, 2 Denon 3500 CD players, 2 Gemini model XGA 3000 watts, 2 Gemini model XGA 4000 watts, 1 technical Pro 3250 Amp, 1 CD burner (burn with any blank CD), 1 Briggs & Stratton 5000 watts generator - Tel: 6220503, 689-9932.  generator - welder and generator, 1 Generak generator - 80 kva, 1 Caterpillar generator - 94 kva - Contact owner: 2203595, 609-0480, 643-7606.  (2) boats that have to be refurbished, hull in good condition, gear box, propeller and shaft intact, size at length 54.80 metre, width 8.69 metre, depth 3.92 metre, cargo capacity 785 mt., length 51.16 metre, breath 8.90 metre, depth 3.90 metre, cargo capacity 400 mt - For further details contact: 629-5940, 625-1458.

 Lights Sale, Complete solar lights kits with security motion sensor, do-it-yourself installation, auto on/off, all night lighting. Wholesale pricing for Christmas, w/s $15,500. Call: 647-4997, 645-9266. Can be used for business, homes, farms, interior, also solar toys for kids.  skincare sale!

Merlot all natural grape seed skincare products are now on sale.

Can be used for all skin types, anti-wrinkle, p/h balance lotions, moisturisers, acne treatment, grape seed oils and much much more. Call or visit 647-4997, 6459266. 245 Thomas Street next to Joshua House.  GHEL skidsteer loader, GM 90hp 3-cylinder diesel, Murphy diesel arc welder, Honda gas arc welder with stand-by power, 4 Vale diesel engines 15 hp each, router, wood lathe, mortise .3 drill press, Lincoln gas welder, Universal gas welder, electrical heavy duty Lincoln welder, compressor tank, snatch block (Yates), one Kawasaki ZX 636 cc Ninja motorcycle must be seen, one 185 cc Yamaha Exciter motorcycle, a quantity of mechanical tool kits and used loose tools, 2 new steel cut off, etc. - Call Nizam Alli, Mahaica, E.C.D - Phone 228-5797, 667-0275.  arrived: wholesale only area rugs sizes 210x320 cm, 240x340cm, 200x285 cm; special delivery from Georgetown to Rosignol, Georgetown to Parika - Contact Tel: Rajin 6569959.

 Super Custom (2RZ), BPP series. Contact 625-7283. Terms available.  Marine 3406 industrial Caterpillar engine with 527 gear box. Call 627-0231.

 Premio: year 2004, unregistered - Contact: 624-0210, 617-9918.    excellent condition - Price $1.1M negotiable - Contact: 671-2013.

 Corona AT 170, excellent condition. $450 000. Call Basdeo, 663-0782.  Toyota Alex. Tel. 625-7416.  Benz CLK 200 Kompressor 2008 PRR series, like new $3.7M neg. Call: 623-5492.  Hilux Double cab, never reg., duty paid. 2003 4300km. Tel: 627-6000.  excellent condition, registered in private PJJ, diesel 3L engine, automatic - $1.6M neg.- Tel: 626-1125, 603-7600.  truck: in good condition with winch, private use only - Price $5.5M neg. - Tel: 617-2311.  200SX Sports car: turbo, automatic, like new, priced to sell - Tel: 616-0427, 689-3612.  Hilux extra cab, new front, low mileage, GSS series, excellent condition - Tel: 612-2869.  MINIBUS, BNN series EFI, excellent condition, price $ 1,550,000Phone 2683953,6658517.  edition 2004 Mark II, PJJ 7984. Price $1.6M. 689-0924, 627-5079.  4X4 Ford 550 backhoe in working condition, reasonably priced, one Gates hydraulic hose crimping machine - 220-1543.  Toyota Ipsun, one Toyota 212 excellent condition, inspection by appointment - call 644-3279.  wagon, excellent condition, AC, mags, CD, power steering - $1 450 000 neg. Tel: 626-2884.   Premio, mags, alarm, etc. $2M neg. Must sell urgently, owner leaving country. Tel: 676-6823.  arrived: UK Massey 290 tractor; Mitsubishi canter dump long body, excellent condition - Tel: 684-6661.

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 white Honda CRV Jeep, Reg. No PMM 6173. Price $3.6M neg. Call 225-8640.

 Toyota Corolla NZE $1.4M. Contact 671-3486.

 Surf: 3Y engine, good condition, reasonable offer accepted - Call Pastor Autar -663-7518.\

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 3 Sport, BMW Sport - Tel: 227-7675.  2RZ MINIBUS, BPP SERIES, $1.4M call 654-1382  motorcycle 125cc $135 000 neg. Call 629-1466.  Toyota Belta, PSS 2700 Contact: 684-4627.  NZE, lady-driven $1.6M. Call 226-1122, 624-3404.  Mark 2 GX 90 $700 000. Contact 626-7983.  Toyota Ipsum - Contact: 332-0205, 332-0097.   $1M, 225-9882, 6812499, 664-2916.  Toyota Marino, one Mitsubishi lancer - call 231-6623, 6625802.   Spacio in excellent condition - contact: 644-1712.  Mazda wagon $200 000. -Contact: 675-4066.  4-door Hilux king cab, and one Hilux pick-up - Contact: 6655776.

 Raum PRR 133, Tundra, Titan, CRV, RAV 4 - $1.6M - 6165914, 615-5734, Eric  truck with winch.

Price neg. 2-ton ice box canter. Price neg. Contact: 692-4962. , fully loaded $2.6M, single cab Toyota Hilux $1.3M. Call Paul 647-4501.  Honda Pilot, excellent condition, leather interior, DVD, etc. Call 227-5774, 662-4537.  model 212 motor car.

Price $1.125M, Mitsubishi Lancer.

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Familiar foes to meet again in Champions League

A screen shows the results of the draw for the Champions League round of 16 soccer matches at the UEFA headquarters in Nyon, yesterday. (Credit: Reuters/Pierre Albouy)

NYON, Switzerland (Reuters) - European champions Real Madrid will face Schalke 04, Barcelona will play Manchester City and Chelsea will play Paris St Germain (PSG) in three ties repeated from last season following the draw for the Champions League last 16 made yesterday.

Real Madrid knocked Schalke out of the last-16 last season 9-2 on aggregate, Barcelona beat Manchester City 4-1 while Chelsea beat PSG on away goals in the quarterfinals.

Last week Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho said he would welcome being drawn against PSG "because it will be easy for our fans to travel to Paris" - and he got his wish when Karl-Heinz Riedle drew the pair together.

Riedle, who performed the draw in his role as ambassador for Berlin, the venue for this season's final on June 6 and who scored twice when his Borussia Dortmund

team beat Juventus 3-1 in the 1997 final, also drew those two clubs together.

Last season's beaten finalists Atletico Madrid face Bayer Leverkusen in another Spain-Germany match-up.

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger will face his old club AS Monaco in a competitive match for the first time while five-time winners Bayern Munich take on Shakhtar Donetsk.

Swiss club FC Basel play Porto.

Real Madrid crushed Schalke in last season's Round of 16 and club director Emilio Butragueno told Spanish TV broadcaster Canal Plus: "Let's say that we are rather optimistic.

"We have the experience from last season, a very, very good experience when we essentially won the tie in the first leg."

Real beat Schalke 6-1 in the first leg and 3-1 in the second leg last season en route to their 10th European Cup success.

After drawing English champions Manchester City, Barca sporting director Andoni Zubizarreta told Canal Plus: "It's a great tie against a great rival, a team we know extremely well.

"There is still a long way to go until February and let's see what shape each team is in when the tie comes around, but for sure it's going to be a great tie with two great matches."

City director of football and former Barcelona player Txiki Begiristain told Sky Sports News: "Every tie in that draw is the same. It's fantastic, so we're looking forward to it.

"We have improved our squad from last season and we have some real quality up front."

The first legs will be played on February 17/18 and February 2425 with the second legs being played on March 10/11 and March 17/18 next year. The final is in Berlin on June 6.

Clarke to undergo surgery on injured hamstring today … in race to make World Cup (REUTERS) - Australian cricket captain Michael Clarke will undergo surgery on his injured hamstring today, leaving him in a race against time to be ready for next year's World Cup. Clarke's decision to go under the knife has ensured he will definitely miss the three remaining Test matches against India and possibly the 50-over World Cup, starting in mid-February.

Cricket Australia team doctor Peter Brukner said in a statement yesterday that the 33-year-old's injury was "substantial" and it was too early to say when he may be able to make a comeback.

"Whilst surgery is not always required with hamstring injuries, Michael has substantial damage to a key part of the hamstring tendon and it was felt the best course of action was to surgically repair the damaged

area," Brukner said.

"His recovery and the timing of his return to play will be dependent on the surgeon's advice and how well he recovers in the coming weeks."

Clarke injured his hamstring while fielding during Australia's first Test win over India on Saturday.

He also suffered back pain while batting in the first innings, forcing him to retire hurt before he returned to complete a century.

They were just the latest in a series of chronic problems he has had with his back and hamstrings over the past two years and prompted him to speculate that he many never play again.

Cricket Australia announced yesterday that Steve Smith would take over as the new Test skipper, but no decision had been made yet on the one-day team.

Michael Clarke

George Bailey is the current vice-captain and has filled in for Clarke before whenever the skipper has been sidelined.

"The next 24 to 48 hours will give us far better guidance on that process. But I think George Bailey has done a fantastic job," Australian team performance chief Pat Howard said.

"We're number one in the world. He's led the last two series, so all that was discussed."

Bryant passes Jordan for third in all-time scoring (REUTERS) - Kobe Bryant eclipsed Michael Jordan on the National Basketball Association's all-time scoring list on Sunday, surpassing the legendary scorer during the second quarter of the Los Angeles Lakers’ game at the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Bryant entered the game needing nine points to top the retired Jordan’s mark of 32 292 points and move into third on the all-time list.

He achieved the mark with a pair of free throws midway the second quarter, momentarily stopping the game.

The Minnesota crowd rose in appreciation and Bryant received congratulatory hugs from both teams before being presented with the game ball.

"It’s a huge honour. It's been such a long journey," Bryant told reporters. "It’s gone by really fast; it feels great to be at this point."

Bryant finished the night with 26 points to run his scoring total to 32 310 as the Lakers defeated the Timber-

Los Angeles Lakers shooting guard Kobe Bryant (24) shoots the ball as San Antonio Spurs shooting guard Danny Green (14) defends during the second half at AT&T Center. (Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports)

wolves 100-94.

Jordan, widely thought of as the greatest players of all-time, has long been the standard by which fellow shooting guard Bryant has been measured.

The former great congratulated Bryant's accomplishment in a statement and has provided the Lakers standout with mentorship over the years.

"I try to learn so much from him in particular. He's

been such a huge part of my success and career in giving me advice," Bryant said. "The relationship has meant everything to me."

The 36-year-old Bryant has achieved his scoring in his 19th season and 1 269th game. Jordan’s career lasted 15 seasons and 1 072 games.

Bryant now trails only Kareem Abdul-Jabbar (38 387 points) and Karl Malone (36 928) in career points.

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SL's brothers-in-arms prepare for sunset at home AS Mahela Jayawardene and Kumar Sangakkara prepare for their final ODI together at home, the aspects of their partnership that will be celebrated the most will be their humility and altruism.

By Andrew Fidel Fernando KUMAR Sangakkara and Mahela Jayawardene are shooting stills for a clothing sponsor in April, when the photographer asks Sangakkara to stand behind his friend and pose as if helping him into a jacket.

Both men get into position.

Upon realising how intimate the shot would turn out, they begin to cringe aloud.

"With what people say about us already, imagine what it will be like when this goes up on a billboard," Jayawardene says. Laughing, Sangakkara takes the gag further: "Maybe for the next one I could be undressing Mahela."

This is what their world has come to. A world in which they have so many matches, net and gym sessions, speaking engagements, sponsored photo shoots, business ventures and family occasions together, that they meet virtually every day.

A world in which the depth of their friendship is a point of mild embarrassment for them and their families. A world in which Mahela-Sanga/fiction now exists.

As the nation readies to witness their final match together at home, today, the men themselves can't complain,

they didn't ask for it. United in battles in Sri Lanka, against administrators, as they have been on the field, at each end of the pitch, or at keeper and slip, Jayawardene and Sangakkara have lived out perhaps the greatest cricket romance of all-time.

On the surface, they are a classic buddy-cop duo, opposites in so many ways, yet profoundly in sync at an elemental level. Jayawardene is well-organised and punctual in his personal life, while Sangakkara is habitually half an hour late to appointments, meetings and sponsor events - a trait he shares with most others on the island.

At the crease, it's Jayawardene who is on Sri Lankan time. So delicate is that cut, and so sleepy is that cover drive, that he seems to hit the ball half an hour after it has been delivered.

At the other end, Sangakkara is all business, straight lines and optimum angles; the Vitruvian man of cricket. He drills one to deep cover for a single, then watches his friend, the batting Picasso, transition from classical to surreal, sometimes within an innings, other times inside an over, however the mood strikes.

Their achievements to-

Kumar and Mahela: On the surface, they are a classic buddy-cop duo, opposites in so many ways, yet profoundly in sync at an elemental level.

gether are so immense, though, that even the buddy-cop analogy doesn't quite do them justice. The biggest-ever Test partnership is theirs. They have also shared 36 century stands, across all formats, among numerous other records. Did Jackie Chan and Chris Tucker ever beat up 624 triad thugs in one scene? Did Mel Gibson and Danny Glover ever take down three dozen

kingpins? Starsky and Hutch didn't co-own a seafood joint either. So sure are Sangakkara and Jayawardene of the success of their partnership that, in a country notorious for its crooked politics, they named their restaurant the Ministry of Crab. The food is as delicious as their batting. The prices, many Colombars complain, are nearly ludicrous enough to match the state of the nation's

governance.

Perhaps two such dissimilar people should not be so in tune with each other, but in over 14 years together at the top level now, there are only rumours of minor rifts between the two. The most serious of these appears to have happened in 2007, when then-captain Jayawardene was going through such a lean ODI spell he had wanted to drop himself from the side. Sangakkara had staunchly opposed this. That was the extent of the "fight".

In the weeks leading up to Jayawardene's Test retirement this year, each cricketer was in turn asked whom they thought was the better batsman. Jayawardene said this: "Sanga has been so consistent, that over the past six years you have to say he has gone past me, definitely." Sangakkara responded with the following: "In my mind, there's never been any doubt as to who is the better player, and it's not me.

Maiya makes those runs that really count, and takes pressure off the rest of the top order so well." Surely, it is this kind of one-upmanship that turns their relationship from sweet to sickly saccharine.

If a couple in your acquaintance said things like this to each other in public,

you would want to punch them both in the face.

They think alike, their team-mates say of them, but miniscule moments of cricketing candour perhaps best reveal why they click so well together.

Between them, Jayawardene and Sangakkara have hit 12 tons and 29 half-centuries across formats this year. Yet the milestones that brought them most visible joy weren't their own. Jayawardene's surprise bear-hug to Sangakkara at Lord's warmed the cockles of even the stoniest hearts, in May. Four months before that, Kumar Sangakkara hit 424 runs in Chittagong, but had been more elated when Kaushal Silva got to triple figures opposite him in the game before that.

In a culture that values humility and altruism more than many, these are the snapshots the public will treasure, that will ensure the memory of their great stand endures long after their careers have ended, because while they have come to mean plenty to each other, little else means as much to their nation as Sri Lanka's brothers-in-arms. (ESPN Cricinfo)

'Whirlwind' blows baby-faced Smith to Australia captaincy

By Ian Ransom MELBOURNE, Australia (Reuters) - Nailing down a spot in Australia's batting order took patience for Steve Smith but his elevation to captain of the Test team has been virtually an overnight affair.

Long marked for big things, Smith was named Australia's 45th Test captain yesterday in place of injured Michael Clarke and will have scarcely two days to digest the appointment before leading the team against India in the second Test in Brisbane.

Though nominally a temporary replacement, the 25-year-old will lead for the

remaining three Tests against India and may yet hold the reins of the one-day team when Australia hosts the World Cup, the game's biggest global showpiece.

The third-youngest captain to ever lead the team, Smith will have to shoulder a huge burden of expectation as the holder of Australia's "second highest office" after the Prime Minister.

Little wonder, he will take an 'if it ain't broke, don't fix it' approach to leading over the rest of the India series.

"It's been a pretty whirlwind 18 months for me personally and I guess the whole team as well," Smith told

reporters in Brisbane yesterday.

"As a captain, I think first and foremost I'll try to lead from the front with my performance on the field.

"And as regards to tactics and everything, I think we've been pretty good this year.

Pup's (Clarke's) been amazing with what he's done.

"I don't feel there's any real need for a big change there."

Smith's appointment means Cricket Australia have accelerated succession planning for Clarke's eventual departure, which may become clearer over the next couple of days after more scans on his troublesome

hamstring.

The sight of Smith and his boyish features ordering around seasoned team mates like 37-year-old vice captain Brad Haddin and 35-year-old paceman Ryan Harris may seem curious at first.

Haddin helped guide Australia to a nerve-jangling victory on day five of the Adelaide Test when Clarke limped off the field injured and was fancied as a good short-term replacement by the country's high performance chief Pat Howard.

But hard-bitten wicketkeeper Haddin will be an important sounding board for Smith, who has led state team New South Wales and

Steve Smith

claims the respect of senior players.

Much of that respect has developed only in the past 12-18 months as Smith has

cemented his place with a mountain of runs after three years of hard graft on the fringes since his 2010 debut as a raw 21-year-old at Lord's against Pakistan.

"I think I'm just getting better every day," said Smith, who was unbeaten in both innings at Adelaide, scoring 162 and 52.

"I am (ready). I'm extremely excited.

"I think when I'm just a player on the field I try to have my brain thinking like a captain all the time.

"Obviously it's a different kettle of fish (leading) Australia, but I'm really looking forward to the challenge."

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Bakewell Topp XX advance to next round of UDFA/GT Beer Supa 16 tourney

By Joe Chapman LANKY midfielder Duquan Hercules' solitary strike nine minutes into the opening game was enough for Bakewell Topp XX to advance to the next round against Amelia's Ward Panthers on Sunday night, as the 2nd Upper Demerara Football Association / GT Beer Supa 16 Christmas championship got under way at the Mackenzie Sports Club ground, Linden.

After the official march past of the contesting Linden clubs and the first game between Mackenzie Veterans who defeated the Wismar Veterans in an East versus West clash which ended 2-0

for the Mackenzie side.

After delivering the feature address to the contesting teams Public Service Minister Ms Jennifer Webster did the ceremonial kick off to get things going.

The tall midfield player Duquan Hercules moving inside right received a neat through ball and entered the 18-yard box where he unloaded a rasping right-footer that beat Jamal Bouyea in the Amelia's Ward goal in the 9th minute.

The game was a feeling-out for the two teams but Topp XX looked the better outfit as the game progressed with some neat passes and buildups, while the Ward team could only play in spurts.

Jermain Boston of Amelia's Ward was red-carded for a dangerous foul in the 24th minute and both sides ended the game in a flurry with chances being missed on either side of play.

The official opening ceremony with the march past of the teams, including the defending champions Winners Connection, and prayers by Pastor Selwyn Sills, remarks from Regional Chairman Sharma Solomon, Guyana Football Federation's Development Officer Lyndon France, UDFA president Collis Gift, Banks DIH Communications Officer Troy Peters and Minister Webster who was the main speaker..

Topp XX will now face Lethem Snatchers on Fri-

Duquan Hercules

day at the same venue while the competition continues tomorrow with Blueberry Hill taking on Vasco at 18:00hrs and the other game is between Block 22 Goal Getters and Ituni's Peacemakers at 20:00hrs.

Jaikarran re-elected president of GCC THE Georgetown Cricket Club (GCC) last Monday held its Annual General Meeting and Elections of office-bearers and Dr Lionel Jaikarran was re-elected to head the oldest cricket club in the Caribbean for another term.

Jaikarran, who is an Ophthalmologist by profession, will have as his vice-president, the hard-working CEO of Sterling Products Limited, Ramsay Ali, who in his own rights is a former Guyana Cricket Board marketing manager and president.

Jameel Baksh returns as secretary and Pratab Singh as treasurer with the lone change being Graeme Ali replacing Philip Fernandes as club captain. Fernandes now takes up the position of committee member alongside Les Ramalho and Glen Hanoman.

Former presidents Paul Chan-A-Sue and Harold ‘Doc’ Dhanraj, well known statistician Ron Legall, Brian Woodroffe, Jainarine Singh and Jeffrey Fraser will all serve on the Ballot committee, with the trustees being (retired) Chancellor of the Judiciary Cecil Kennard, Amo Persaud and Jainarine Singh.

As it relates to the auditing of the books of the club, which produced Test cricketers as Ramnaresh Sarwan, Carl Hooper, Reon King, Neil

McGarrell, Faoud Bacchus, Alvin Kallicharran and Leon Johnson, just to name a few, PKF Barcellos, Narine and Company has been given the task as auditors.

Prior to the elections, a historic moment occurred where for the first time, females were allowed to attend and have voting rights at the AGM, as a result of a motion passed at the last AGM held in December 2013, which stated “lady members shall be full members of the Georgetown Cricket Club and shall be entitled to voting rights and the benefits and privileges of membership”.

In his report, Jaikaran spoke about the achievements of Leon Johnson, Robin Bacchus and Vishal Singh in gaining selection to the West Indies and Guyana cricket teams respectively and also informed the members of the progress regarding the drainage of the ground and possible flood lighting mid next year.

He also placed emphasis on the financial position of the club, remarking that there was no need to make withdrawal from the banks for expenditure. All of the club’s administrative expenditure was borne from fundraisers, for which he thanked the committee for the support given to him.

Fernandes in his capacity as Club Captain, spoke about

Dr Lionel Jaikarran

the achievement of the cricket and hockey teams, with the first division team ending as runners-up in the Georgetown Cricket Association two-day and T20 competitions.

Raj Nannan was an outstanding bowler, Ronaldo Ali-Mohamed’s achievements gained him selection to the National Under-19 team, the feats of Johnson, Bacchus and Singh resulted in the success of the second division team under the leadership of Devon Lord and Montey Lynch’s excellent job as a coach.

As it relates to hockey, Fernandes informed his audience of the GCC female team’s invincibility by claiming all four local competitions, while both the male and female teams travelled

to Trinidad to compete in the Malvern’s Hockey 5s Invitational tournament with creditable performances.

In April, Guyana’s men participated in the PAHF Indoor Championship in Uruguay and three players from GCC were part of the team, namely Mark Sargeant, Kevin Spencer and Raphael De Groot.

And just recently in November, Guyana was represented by a female National hockey team in the Central American Caribbean games in Mexico, where GCC had a heavy presence of females in the lineup.

Those selected from GCC were: Alysa Xavier, Gabriel Xavier, Marzana Fiedtkou, Karensa Fernandes, Trisha Woodroffe, Tiffany Solomon, Shekiba Baptiste, Princessa Wilkie, Aliyah Gordon, Ulrica Sutherland, Samantha Fernandes and Ashley De Groot and once again the team performed creditably.

In closing, Fernandes thanked the executives for their support and explained that because of pressing duties, he would not seek re-election as club captain, but in any other capacity, hence his new position as committee member, while the secretary thanked him for his invaluable support and advice. (Calvin Roberts)

Sir Curtly backing Windies pace attack

Sheldon Cottrell-led

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa - West Indies bowling consultant Curtly Ambrose believes a Sheldon Cottrell-led attack can compete with the top-ranked Proteas attack ahead of the first Test between the two sides starting in Centurion tomrrow.

“Sheldon bowled very well in the warm-up game in Benoni. He’s looking good, but we can rely on all the bowlers to bowl South Africa out twice,” said the former West Indian fast bowler from Antigua who played 98 Tests.

“Having Sheldon as a left-arm bowler could be the difference.”

The left-arm quick took five wickets in six overs against a South African Invitational XI last week in a tour match at Willowmoore Park and is a frontrunner to open the bowling for the tourists Despite a Test ranking of eighth, ahead of only Zimbabwe and Bangladesh, Ambrose predicted his side could

compete with the hosts.

“I feel very confident we will do well, contrary to what others believe - even though South Africa are the number one team.”

Despite the South African pitches known to favour pace bowling with prodigious movement off the deck, Ambrose said a disciplined approach by his charges would be key.

“I’ve played in places where they are known to be bowler-friendly and the main thing is to keep focused and put the ball in the right areas.

“No one bowler can win a match; it takes a team effort. We’re certainly not going to bowl anything for them to drive.”

West Indies have had a poor record against South Africa. They have lost ten of 12 previous Tests in South Africa, managing just one win and one draw.

(First Published In The Citizen)

NOTABLE DATES THE legendary Terrence Alli had the first of two fights against Primo Ramos on December 16, 1982.

Alli needed only two rounds to take care of the Mexican in the bout that took place in Atlantic City, New Jersey. The win improved Alli’s record to 13 wins, three losses and one draw.

His second meeting with Ramos happened one decade later and also ended in victory for the quick-fisted Guyanese.

On May 1, 1992 in Herault, France, Alli pounded out a points-decision victory at the end of the eighth round.

Alli ended a stellar 18year career in 1997. He had boxed 549 rounds, won 52 fights and lost 15.

His two drawn fights came against Thomas Barker in October 1982 and Cornelius Boza Edwards in March 1986. Alli made three unsuccessful bids for world titles.

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Stag Super 16 Football Tournament ...

This is truly a National tourney – Ansa McAl’s Darshanie Yussuf THE first three-way tournament involving Berbice, East Demerara and East Bank Football Associations, sponsored by Ansa McAl was officially kicked off by the sponsor’s Public Relations Officer Darshanie Yussuf last Sunday at the No. 5 ground, West Coast Berbice.

Delivering feature remarks, following the colourful march past of 15 of the 16 participating clubs, Yussuf reminded the players, officials and fans that her company was pleased to be associated with a tournament that was truly national.

“We believe that our Stag Beer Super 16 Foot-

ball Challenge is truly the national tournament as it brings together three of the country's associations with 16 of its teams. People sometimes run away with the idea that Georgetown represents the entire Guyana. Our tournament proves differently.”

The gathering was told that Ansa McAl’s commitment to the development of football and sports in general was quite obvious in this competition. They would like to ensure that the game of football and players from every association are given the opportunity to play the sport that we all love.

“Over the past 10 years

we at Ansa McAl have sponsored successful football tournaments in Guyana but more so, on the East Coast and the East Bank Demerara. This is our first major partnership with football in Berbice and it is our pleasure to do so. This tournament promises to be an exciting one given the smaller football associations the opportunity to thrive in this a national event.”

Yussuf declared that her company, while wishing the footballers and coaches the best, is expecting nothing but the best from the players as they and the loyal supporters will be cheering them on every step of the

And We’re Off! Ansa McAl PRO Darshanie Yussuf officially kicks the ball to signal the start of the inaugural Stag Super 16 Football Tournament, witnessed by Soesdyke Falcons and Cougars FCs.

way. “Make us proud. No pressure.”

Also delivering remarks and expressing gratitude to the Management and Staff of Ansa McAL were, Berbice FA secretary Joseph Simon, East Bank FA PRO Kevin Anthony and East

Demerara FA president, Aubrey Hutson. $1.5M will be awarded to the winners; an upgrade of $500 000 from the proposed $1M first place prize that was presented by the competing associations.

Second place $500 000,

third $300 000 and fourth place $100 000 will be the prize money given by Ansa McAl. Each of the 16 participating teams also received $50 000 from Ansa McAl to aid in their preparations for the tournament.

Team Bond edge Team Toney Monedderlust edge Golden 59-58 to take ‘Respect the Stag Super 16 Football Tournament ...

Stars 2-1; Cougars beat Soesdyke Falcons 3-0 THE inaugural Stag Super 16 knock-out football tournament kicked off in fine style at the No. 5 ground West Coast Berbice last Sunday with two teams walking the preverbal plank.

Monedderlust showed excellent composure to erase a deficit and take victory over a game Golden Stars of East Demerara 2-1 while Cougars tore apart East Bank’s Soesdyke Falcons 3-0 to secure their place in the quarterfinals at the Victoria ground on Boxing night.

The East Coast-based unit took the lead when they were awarded a penalty in the 12th minute and Emitt Leacock stepped up the spot and made no mistake in burying the shot past custodian Elvis Rutherford to give Golden Stars a 1-0 lead over Monedderlust.

Golden Stars had quite a few chances to increase the lead but poor decisionmaking in the attacking third undermined their hold on the game early on. The fast-paced exchanges, end to end, proved that neither side was willing to allow the other any time to settle.

As the minutes ticked away, the pressure began to mount on the home side with the fans becoming restless knowing that an early exit was not something they even

Ron Wilson (#11) of Cougars is airborne as he aims to head home this corner kick against Soesdyke but the ball is saved by goalkeeper Javier Greene (left).

wanted to think about.

Their anxiety eased to a great extent in the 71st minute when the neutralising goal was realised through a Travis Henry shot.

With the scores levelled at 1, at the end of regulation, the game went into extra time and Clifford Campbell’s 103rd minute strike turned out to be the game winner, since Golden Stars could not respond and the Berbicians marched into the quarterfinals. They will face the winners of Sunday’s clash between Timehri Panthers and New Amsterdam United on Christmas Day at the Buxton Community ground.

Meanwhile, the opening fixture was deemed a ‘onesided’ affair with Cougars having their way around Soesdyke Falcons.

Sherwin Parris’ 41st minute strike put the Berbice club

in the lead while Albert Anderson rocked the Falcon’s nest as his shot flew past goalkeeper Javier Greene.

Soesdyke tried desperately to pull one back in the final stanza but were denied by the home side. As a matter of fact, the third goal was as a result of a Soesdyke mistake in the 77th minute; Cougars 3 Soesdyke 0 Cougars have now earned themselves a place in the next round (Boxing Day at Victoria ground) against the winners of the match between Mahaica Determinators and Rosignol United who will clash on Sunday at the No. 5 ground.

The tournament continues on Friday at the Grove Community Centre ground with two more matches: Agricola Red Triangle against Ann’s Grove from 18:00hrs and the feature game between Grove Hi Tech and BV Triumph United at 20:00hrs.

Game’ title With 1.5 seconds remaining in the game, Rawle Toney pulled up for a 3-pointer and as the buzzer went, the entire Cliff Anderson Sports Hall stood in awe, only to see the molten branded ball bounce off the front of the rim as Team Toney fell 58-59 to Team Bond in the inaugural Respect the Game Charity basketball last Saturday.

The game featured a compilation of Guyana’s finest Division One players and entertainers along with other personalities forming two teams; Team Bond headed by Member of Parliament and Attorney-at-Law James Bond and Awardwinning Sports Journalist Rawle Toney.

Team Toney were up by 12 points (49-37) at the end of the third quarter when coaches Darcel Harris (Team Toney) and Mark Agard (Team Bond), decided to level the scores at 49 to make the game competitive.

As a result of a decision, fans were kept on their feet for the entire fourth quarter as the two teams went back and forth in an entertaining battle for the coveted trophy.

Guyana cricketer Christopher Barnwell was the top scorer for Team Bond with ten points and scored a crucial basket to put his team up 57-56.

Toney was fouled and

Nuriyyih Gerrard receiving her MVP award from Jarrell Toney

sent to the free-throw line to take two shots and the journalist hit both shots to send his team in the lead 57-58.

A pick and roll at the top of the key saw Bond feed award-winning sports journalist Edison Jefford who made good of the basket as Team Bond led 59-58.

Toney had a chance to be the hero of the night, but his wide open look at the rim though Bond was guarding closely missed by a few inches.

The Chronicle Sport Reporter finished with 12 points, behind his teammate Akeem ‘The Dream’ Kanhai who poured in a game-high 15 points, inclusive of several thunderous dunks, much to the delight of the crowd.

Kanhai put on a show for the fans with a number of

spectacular dunks including a nasty poster dunk on Jefford as well as an alley-oop throw down.

Kanhai started with a baseline two-handed slam over Jefford before throwing down a sick one-handed tomahawk dunk. Kanhai finished his show with a two-handed alley-oop from star guard Shelroy Thomas.

Co-host of 94.1 FM’s morning show, ‘Jump Start’ Nuriyyih Gerrard was named the game’s Most Valuable Player (MVP).

Meanwhile, in the supporting games, the University of Guyana (UG) defeated Qualfon 79-44, Starr Computer had the better of the Diplomatic Corps 65-51 and St Rose’s High defeated St Stanislaus College 19-13

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Advance strike notice among task force recommendations

ST JOHN’S, Antigua (CMC) – A recommendation of advance notice of strike action is among eight proposals put forward by the task force investigating the controversial abandoned tour of India.

The proposals, contained in a report delivered to the West Indies Cricket Board (WICB) on Saturday, also include those aimed at improving player relations with the board and team management, and enhancing personal player development.

This stems from the month-long enquiry conducted by prominent attorneys Michael Gordon QC and Sir Richard Cheltenham, along with former WICB president Sir Wes Hall. The results were presented to the

Former WICB president Wesley Hall

WICB at a Directors meeting in Port of Spain.

Chief among the list of recommendations was that

any Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) negotiated between the Board and players union, WIPA, contain a provision to deal with disputes.

“A new CBA should contain a provision such as is contained in legislation relating to Essential Services, to the effect that before the withdrawal of labour or any other industrial action is taken that a minimum period of notice be given

by WIPA to WICB (say 14 days) of any industrial action contemplated by WIPA or the players as a result of an identified dispute,” the task force report said.

“We would recommend that a similar provision be put into the individual player’s contracts. This would obviate any circumstance as

occurred in India. Breach of such a condition would be a breach of contract.”

On the recent ill-fated tour of India, the one-day squad abandoned the series following the fourth onedayer in Dharamsala, scuppering the fifth ODI, the one-off Twenty20 and the scheduled three-Test series.

Also, to deal with the contentious issue of tour contracts, the task force report recommended that the WICB provide contracts to players three weeks prior to any tour, with the players required to resubmit the signed documents one week before the tour.

“Failure to return a signed contract will disqualify the player from selection on the team,” the report suggested.

The task force also called on the WICB to “build pillars of trust and respect with the players who are the Board’s employees”, with WIPA and senior players playing key roles; a simplification of the Windies team management structure with clear roles for manager, coach and captain and the recruitment of a sports psychologist on a retainer basis.

Further, the task force has recommended that the WICB print and issue an employee’s handbook to WIPA and every player selected for West Indies duty,

and hold bonding sessions twice a year with team management and players “to foster harmonious relations”.

The report also recommended a return to the concept of a tour management committee comprising the team manager, head coach, captain, chief selector and a WIPA representative or senior player.

T h e t a s k f o rc e w a s set up by the WICB in the aftermath of the impasse which followed the abandoned tour of India in October.

North Ruimveldt persevere...

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Lara stars in losing effort for Aussie Legends PERTH, Australia (CMC) – Legendary West Indies batsman Brian Lara stroked a typically flashy half-century but failed to prevent Australian Legends from a 50-run defeat to Perth Scorchers in an exhibition Twenty20 clash here yesterday.

Chasing 180 to win at Aquinas College, the Legends XI ended on 129 for five with the left-handed Lara finishing unbeaten on 51 from 50 balls.

Lara started slowly before easing into his rhythm, and beginning to find the boundaries with touches of his old class.

The double worldrecord holder was the only batsman in his starstudded side to pass 20 as Dean Jones (16), Andrew Symonds (13), Justin Langer (9) and Adam Gilchrist (1) all fell cheaply.

Despite the loss, former Test star Langer said playing in the same team as the West Indies great

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The sad look on Festival City Warriors’ Eon Alleyne (right), as he collects the second place spoils, underlines his team’s burning desire to lift the top prize in this year’s Guinness Greatest of De Streets competition last Sunday night.

Superstar Brian Lara is mobbed by autograph-hunters during the exhibition game yesterday. (Photo courtesy Cricket Australia website)

was satisfaction enough.

“This is so much fun,” the left-hander said. “To be on the same field as Brian Lara – I used to idolise him. Even when I played against him I loved watching him bat.”

Earlier, Ashton Turner thumped a top score of 75 from 38 balls while Englishman Michael Carberry stroked 28, in his debut match for Scorchers ahead of the Big Bash League starting later this

week.

Marcus Harris chipped in with 23 and Sam Whiteman got 22, while Scorchers seamer Yasir Arafat, who played for Legends, was the best bowler with two for 30 from four overs.

Symonds (1-43) and Andy Bichel (1-50) were roughed up by the Scorchers batsmen but M i c h a e l K a s p ro w i c z proved miserly with one for 22 off his four overs.

gan to flow, resulting in the equalising goal by their top marksman Shepherd, following play between himself, Millington and Forrester, Shepherd converted in the 12th minute.

Williams missed a penalty in the 18th minute after Richardson played the ball in the no-zone area, but Leopold Street held on to make sure the scoreline remained 1-1 at lemon time. No more goals materialised in the second half. Millington missed a clear-cut chance to score when he latched onto a loose ball but shot it wide to an open goal and extra time was ordered by the referees.

A regrouped and rejuvenated Leopold Street unit

took the playing area and attacked their opponents, resulting in Rajkumar duplicating the efforts of Williams, by placing the ball through the legs of Richardson in the first minute of extra time, following which Leopold Street used defence all the way to claim the third place prize of $200 000, with Sparta Boss picking up $100 000.

The Fair Play award was won by Cross Street.

Three exhibition games whetted the appetite of the fans who waited for the action to begin while Banks DIH handed out novelty prizes including a $100 000 hamper to one lucky spectator.

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GEORGETOWN ‘GUINNESS GREATEST OF DE STREETS’

North Ruimveldt persevere to come out trumps … Leopold Street take third

Yes, we are the champion s! An ecstatic victorious N orth Ruimve Joshua Brow ldt team, sm place trophy ne, captain of iles broadly an the as he collect Lee Baptiste d cash prize from Banks s the first , while his te D IH ’s G ui nn ammates sh are the mom ess Brand Manager ent gleefully .

By Calvin Roberts BOTH NORTH Ruimveldt and Festival City Warriors displayed grit, stamina and determination in their bid to be crowned the sixth B a n k s D I H - s p o n s o re d

Georgetown Guinness ‘Greatest of De Streets’ Futsal football champions last Sunday night at the National Park.

But when the final whistle blew at 01:45hrs yesterday morning, it was North

Ruimveldt who proved that they were ‘Made of More’, by withstanding a period of unrelenting pressure from Festival City Warriors, to come away with a 2-0 victory margin and the $500 000

first-place prize and trophy, leaving their opponents to settle for $300 000 and the second place trophy.

The contest, an evenly matched one, was played at a high pace, and started with North Ruimveldt’s Joshua Browne firing the first shot to Festival City Warriors’ goal area that went wide, followed by Eon Alleyne repeating the act for Festival City Warriors at the other end.

The intensity of the action saw North Ruimveldt land themselves in foul trouble early, but it did not deter Colin Daniels from making a solo run to Festival City Warriors’ goal area, where he was thwarted by the defence who stood strong in the 9th minute of the first half.

Several see-saw battles for the opening goal ensued, with both teams who understood each other’s playing style, attacking and counterattacking with ease and precision, sending the very large and appreciative crowd into frenzy.

At one time, a trian-

gle play between Daniels, Browne and Travis ‘Zorro’ Grant ended up wasted as Grant’s shot was blocked

by Daniel Favorite, whose pass to Alleyne was well weighted, but the shot from the powerful striker missed the mark.

Following a nil-all first half, Festival City applied the pressure for all but two minutes of the 20 minutes in the second half, with the ball being played in North Ruimveldt’s area for a period of time, until Gerald Gritten broke loose and made a run for the goal.

He was fouled but won a corner kick that was taken quickly by Grant, whose pass found an unmarked Gritten to calmly slot home the ball in the 37th minute to hand his team the lead, sparking off wild celebrations on and off the playing area.

Two minutes later Grant, who executed a deft one-two passing drill with Daniels, scored the second goal in the 39th minute to not only cushion North Ruimveldt’s lead, but effectively seal the win in a final that was enthralling, riveting, exciting and keenly contested.

Prior to the final, Leopold Street met Sparta Boss for the third-place playoff, where the winner was guaranteed a place in next year’s National playoffs and they too were made to fight hard before coming away with a 2-1 victory in the first half of extra time.

Sparta Boss, who, prior to this and their semifinal encounter against North Ruimveldt had played unbeaten, had within their starting quartet Devon Millington, Sheldon Shepherd, Dennis Edwards and Jerome Richardson.

But they proved to be no match for the lesser known Leopold Street unit, which included Okenny Fraser, Claudio Rajkumar, Omallo Williams and a massive crowd support who proved to be a worthy fifth-man for the South Georgetown-based team.

The noise that erupted when Williams pierced the defence of Richardson to score the opening goal in the 3rd minute was deafening.

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PPP/C congratulates NACRA 7s Champs THE North American and Caribbean Rugby Association (NACRA) 7s Champions are being showered with praise by the People Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C).

Guyana won their 7th NACRA title on December 5 when they defeated Mexico 33-28 in a sensational come-from-behind victory in Mexico City.

“The PPP/C extends warmest congratulations to the Guyana National Rugby team who continue to fly the Golden Arrowhead high and proudly by

winning their seventh North America and Caribbean Rugby (NACRA) Sevens men championship in Mexico … this outstanding performance by the Guyanese team is another demonstration of the talents of our fellow citizens and how effective it can be when channelled in the right direction,” the Party said in a statement yesterday.

“It was another proud moment for Guyanese when it became known that our boys were down 21-7 in the first half, but managed to bounce back in the second half to beat the hosts Mexico 33-28. This

is a clear demonstration of the talent and strength of our Guyanese sportsmen and women,” the release further stated.

According to the ruling party, they have long recognised the important role sports plays in uniting people and have also been investing heavily in sports since taking office.

“While we still have some distance to go, we have come a long way. Having been able to build our own world class cricket stadium at Providence, Olympicsized Aquatic Centre at Liliendaal, with

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a warm-up pool to be opened soon, the synthetic athletic track on the West Demerara and installation of flood light at Albion are just a few of the major projects. The PPP will continue to support our local sportsmen and women in any way possible.”

In its message to the history-making Rugby team, the PPP/C encourages the ‘Green Machine’ as they are popularly called, to continue to fly the Golden Arrowhead high. “Wherever you go we are 100% behind you.”

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2014