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MIKE

heads home

Almost a month shy of a year since he was first arrested

by Brazilian authorities, ex-leader and corruption accused, Michael Misick heads back to the TCI. PAGE  5

Halloween

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The Halloween Party at Provo Primary on October 31 saw a great turnout of children and adults all dressed up in fun, creative costumes

AG quits – Premier still proceeding with court action PAGE 4

TCI partners with UNICEF to develop education PAGE strategy 5

Daylight savings time ends this Sunday (November 3). At 2am local time, the clock will move back one hour to 1am.

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Editorial

Welcome news THIS week’s announcement of the imminent departure of Attorney General Huw Shepheard is the most welcome news we have had so far this year.

As we stated and predicted from last year, the Attorney General has indeed sealed himself in history in these Islands.

He is arguably the most controversial and embattled AG in our islands’ history, and that’s saying something.

We are unaware of any other previous high-ranking British civil servant here who ‘resigned’ effectively on such short notice - two days. Barely enough time to clear his desk!

The only thing more dramatic than this resignation may have been the recent bank manager's resignation, which saw him being escorted by guards from the property.

After all, even common labourers in the Islands get and are technically supposed to give at least two weeks’ notice!

Dr Hayes the FCO’s Director of Overseas Territories was in town earlier this week. We understand it was the content of the message he brought from London that forced the sudden resignation.

We applaud Premier Ewing for fighting a determined and elegant fight for the good of all the people of this country. Well done Doc! We wish we could say as much, this go-round, for the leader of the PDM and her party.

The PDM’s press release last week on the AG issue was very disappointing. It was in some ways equivalent to what the Republicans in America tried recently to do in Congress, create a pretext for shutting down the whole country.

The PDM party must now have a serious rethink about how they analyse and conduct themselves in response to critical national issues.

Sharlene's attempt to cater to her party base caused her to miss a crowning moment.

After all, it was she who relentlessly held the AG’s feet to the fire in her often powerful and eloquent contributions to House debates.

Going forward we encourage our elected Government to continue to demand audited accounting for all the outrageous past expenditure, on an itemised basis, charged to the people of this territory thanks to the outgoing Attorney General.

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AG quits – Premier still proceeding with court action

ATTORNEY General Huw Shepheard announced his resignation from the role this week following weeks of discord with Premier Rufus Ewing.

He said on Wednesday (October 31) that he plans to sue the Government of the Turks and Caicos Islands for reputational and other damages.

Shepheard’s resignation, effective November 1, coincided with the visit of the Director of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) for Overseas Territories, Dr Peter Hayes; however the director made it clear that his visit did not have anything to do with the AG’s exit.

Speaking with the media less than an hour after a press statement from the Governor’s office was issued on behalf of the AG informing of his resignation, Dr Hayes said it was just a coincidence.

“It’s just coincidence he has resigned and our view is we are sorry to hear that he resigned and he is also making a claim against the TCI; it’s a legal matter so we can’t comment on it.

“Our determination is to make sure there is a new attorney as soon as possible and the work of the Attorney’s Chambers continues; that is a priority for us,” the director said.

The Government, while offering no other comment, confirmed that it was informed of Shepheard’s resignation.

“We can further confirm that Huw Shepherd has indicated his intent to bring legal proceedings against the Government in respect to his tenure and as such we can provide no further comment on this matter, except to say that the Government will seek legal guidance in our response should defence of the Government becomes necessary,” a Government statement said.

GLOBAL SHAME Leader of the Opposition, Sharlene Cartwright Robinson, however said she believes that the TCI is headed towards another international embarrassment.

“I believe that Turks and Caicos is dynamic, everything is just shifting… without much understanding of the circumstances and the situation I believe that we are going to be pulled into another international embarrassing moment.”

She is hopeful of a quick resolution of the issues the AG would have raised as to why he has resigned.

“The Opposition is watching

Attorney General Huw Shepheard’s resignation is effective November 1

carefully; as I have said before this is not our fight, what was going on.”

“But we believe it becomes our fight when it drags the nation into it and that is something that we will be speaking to.”

According to the statement from the Governor’s office, work will begin soon to find another substantive successor; in the interim Rhondalee Braithwaite-Knowles will be sworn in as Acting Attorney General.

COURT CASE CONTINUES When the Weekly News asked Premier Rufus Ewing what will become of the summons he filed in the Providenciales Supreme Court against Shepheard on October 11, he said the matter will remain in court.

Premier still wants the court to determine the AG’s authority under section 41 of the constitution.

He wants a true and clear determination of the TCI Constitution Order 2011, or any other provisions of the constitution, if the AG is authorised to institute and prosecute civil proceedings on behalf of the Government of the TCI without prior consultation with the Cabinet of which he and his Ministers are a part.

Over the past few months, Ewing and Shepheard have been at war in the media, after the former Governor Ric Todd extended the latter’s contract until 2016.

Ewing first alluded to a possible boycott of the AG, and subsequently called for his resignation.

But Shepheard, upon his arrival back to the TCI and learning of the Premier’s rant against his alleged incompetence, appeared undaunted, stating that he will continue the work for which he was legally appointed.

Shepheard had indicated that despite the headlines, he held no grudges, further requesting that the Premier and Ministers continue to work with him for the good of the country, even if they do not like him personally.

“Of course I know about the criticism of me while I have been

away. This has been a difficult experience, but it is also potentially enriching for anyone in public office to be given a clear picture of what is thought of them every now and again,” he stated at the time.

He pointed out that the position of Attorney General in the TCI is not a popularity contest.

His appeal however fell on deaf ears, as the Premier continued to communicate his lack of confidence in the Attorney General and his ability to competently represent the interest of the people of the TCI. Ewing later indicated that he intended to take his grievances up with the new Governor and the FCO. “Hopefully he [Beckingham] can see it clearer without any confusion or conflict than the previous Governor,” he said.

QUESTIONS UNANSWERED The Government was advised by the former Governor to state in written format any and all issues they needed cleared up or questions they needed answered by the AG. However, in October when Ewing publicly aired his dissatisfaction with Shepheard, the Governor’s office stated that this was not done even after three requests. But the Premier later stated that he had done as requested, but that those questions were ignored.

He said he was asked to submit questions again, but refused to do so on the grounds that his initial set of questions were not answered.

At the Cabinet meeting of October 2, when the questions were posed to the AG, the Government came away dissatisfied and frustrated with his answers.

Most of the questions related to the financial activities of the Government, the expenditure of the Civil Recovery Team and SIPT with regard to legal cases, the manner in which they are paid, the work they do, travel and accommodations.

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Michael Misick heads home

ALMOST a month shy of a year since he was first arrested by Brazilian authorities, ex-leader and corruption accused, Michael Misick heads back to the TCI. According to sources close to the PNP party the date of his arrival could be as early as next week, as they continue to lobby to have him flown directly into the TCI on a private aircraft, rather than have through the United States or its territory, Puerto Rico.

Information reaching the Weekly News also suggested that there is some worry as to whether or not the former Premier will be granted bail when he returns to the Islands.

Misick was detained in a

Brazilian jail pending the outcome of extradition hearings, which concluded on Tuesday (October 29).

In his last statements to the media before his resignation, Attorney General, Huw Shepheard welcomed the court’s decision to extradite Misick as it is in the best interests of the TCI that allegations of wrongdoing are thoroughly investigated.

“Michael Misick’s lawyers vigorously opposed his extradition, but after hearing arguments on both sides the court was unanimous in its decision.

“Arrangements will be made to return him to the TCI as soon as possible. He faces trial in the TCI

TCI Consumer Price Index coming

THE STATISTICS Unit in the Strategic Policy and Planning Department (SPPD) has started work on a monthly Consumer Price Index (CPI) survey for the Turks and Caicos Islands.

As part of the production of the CPI, the unit has begun collecting the prices of various consumer goods sold in the Islands in an effort to produce a monthly CPI, a Government statement advised.

The CPI will allow TCIG to monitor food and commodity pricing by allowing SPPD to measure the changes in the general level of prices of consumer goods and services purchased by private households.

The index is therefore a measure of price movements of a given quality and quantity of goods and services.

The mix of these consumer goods and services comprising the index, also known as a ‘shopping basket,’ includes items from certain expenditure groups or sectors.

They include food and nonalcoholic beverages, rent, clothing and footwear, tobacco and liquor, fuel and power, transport and vehicles, household goods, services and communications, restaurants and hotels, education, recreation and reading, health and personal care, and miscellaneous

goods and services.

In constructing the ‘shopping basket’ selected goods and services are organised first by commodity type, divided into subcomponents and then assigned to a major expenditure group.

Commenting on the start of the CPI study Chief Statistician Shirlen Forbes said: “It is hoped that the provision of the CPI data will give businesses and Government an idea of what is happening with prices in the TCI economy and will also facilitate the calculation of other economic indicators and allow for the proper assessment of the well-being and development of the Turks and Caicos Islands using international comparisons.”

He noted further: “The main objective of this project is to therefore develop a mechanism for the monitoring of price movements in the TCI on a monthly basis.”

The first set of CPI data should be available by the end of December 2013.

The Consumer Price Index is a statistical measure designed to monitor the changes in the prices prevailing in an economy based on a fixed basket of goods and services usually from one month to the next.

Supreme Court on a number of serious charges relating to corruption and maladministration in the TCI during his time in office,” the statement read.

Reacting to the news, Premier Rufus Ewing stated: “We believe in the rule of law, justice and fairness and upon the arrival of Hon Misick, we expect that he will receive a fair trial.

“As a former Premier and Member of Parliament, we also expect that he will be treated with the respect that is befitting of the offices that he has held.”

Meanwhile, Leader of the Opposition, Sharlene Cartwright Robinson observed that the country is headed towards a hard time.

“This is going to be a very difficult period, I am going to, as my role of Leader of the Opposition and my party as well, to as much as possible respect the course of justice.

“It is my prayer that we move through this period as quick as possible so that Turks and Caicos can begin to move on, heal and grow.

“We look forward to the return of the former Premier,” she told the media in an invited comment.

On January 28 this year the Special Investigation and Prosecution Team (SIPT) sent a request for Misick’s extradition to the Brazilian authorities.

This was done within the required 60 day time limit from when he was first arrested on December 7.

Former Premier Michael Misick heads back to the TCI next Thursday, November 7

The arrest was carried out by the Brazilian Federal Police, acting on a provisional arrest warrant.

Misick was released, but subsequently re-arrested by Brazilian authorities on April 13 in Sao Paulo, on the authority of a Brazilian Supreme Court judgment.

He later challenged the grounds

of his re-arrest, following his request for political asylum.

At the time he claimed that he is not and never will be a fugitive.

“I have applied for political asylum from another country and I am merely seeking protection from political persecution,” he said in a statement he later released. (DI)

TCI partners with UNICEF to develop education strategy THE MINISTRY of Education has partnered with UNICEF to review the Turks and Caicos Islands’ five year education development plan and to develop an implementation plan.

UNICEF is providing technical support in the person of Geoffrey Thompson, who arrived in the territory on Sunday October 20.

According to a Government press statement, the development of the five year education plan is in line with the TCIG’s prioritisation of the education sector and the need to develop a clear five year strategy and implementation plan aimed at the review and development of the sector.

The plan, in conjunction with the recent report on the national consultation on education, is aimed at improving the output from the sector over a specific period.

The report and the plan will be used to develop a strategic plan complete with budget as well a logical and a performance assessment framework that will provide the Minister and the Ministry with a pathway towards the continuous development of the sector.

Thompson is scheduled to work with a locally convened committee to develop a realistic strategic plan for the education sector for the period 2014 to 2017.

The strategic plan is being

designed to articulate deliberate clear strategies for the development of key agreed areas and reflect the recommendations and concerns reflected in the report on the National Consultation on Education and the Education Development Plan.

Clear sectorial targets and progress indicators will also be elaborated to better monitor the performance of the education sector.

These will be aligned with regional and international benchmarks.

Thompson will also address crosscutting issues such as gender, poverty and disability and the implications for the overall development of the TCI.

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

Temporary tax measures under debate THE BUSINESS community and the Opposition party are up in arms due to the November 1 hike in the customs processing fee to 7.5 per cent, as well as the increases in various other taxes the Government has introduced as temporary tax measures.

Could these increases adversely affect the country’s business development and impede its potential for growth, and are they turning an already high cost of living, even higher?

What are your thoughts?

Weak governance

The fact that the interim government started with this odious customs processing fee was bad enough and the elected PNP Government rammed it into us at 7.5 per cent is even worse.

It also sends the unplanned economic signal of uncertainty - an economy and social grouping killer.

The British, the elected Government, all seem to be wandering into the wilderness and not knowing what they are doing.

This lack of direction and uncertainty emits the wrong message that we as a Government and country don’t know what we are doing.

How could any serious investor gain the confidence to invest with us when the goal posts are constantly changing?

This is weak and bad government. Apart from the inflationary effect, more taxes are just bad for us.

We need to focus on lower taxes and more efficiency to make us competitive as tourism oriented economy.

Increased taxes to pay off old debt works against any positive goal to expand the TCI’s economy.

Like VAT at 11 per cent we must kill this

other bad idea.

VAT

They should have gone with VAT!

Marketing plan needed

In my opinion there is no plan, there is no sticking to a plan, there is no visionary leader - there is bickering, finger pointing and people without enough experience making decisions they do not understand the impact of.

This place is the size of a small town anywhere else in the world. We don't need (what was the last count?) 2,000 people in Government jobs.

We need proper marketing, a marketing plan, a proper execution of a marketing plan which would mean that we bring more moneyspending people into the country.

If we reduce the Government jobs AND bring more money in, you know, like people from South America, whose winter is our summer and vice versa, we don't need to raise taxes.

We expected this

The hike in this and other taxes while unacceptable is not unexpected.

Every PNP administration starting with the first Washington Misick and later with Mike Misick Floyd Hall has raised the cost of living through taxation.

How many successful developments arrived during the administrations of Washington or Michael Misick, which had not been vented under the PDM?

Taxed to death, while Premier fights with AG

We used to pay $35 to register a car now its $175, business licenses have gone through the roof, healthcare is now taxed, pension funds are taxed, gasoline has an 85 cents per gallon tax and under PDM we had none.

We are taxed to death and the PNP Ministers are travelling first class around the world while our Premier ignores all that is making us poor and fights instead with the AG. The 7.5 per cent now applies to all imports including food - they eat steak while we cannot afford canned corn beef.

Illogical

I think that the hikes in taxes are going to lead to our downfall.

So many people have left and others are on the way out due to the rising cost of living.

I can’t seem to figure out the logic behind the Minister of Finance’s actions.

Tax breaks, not increases!

Tax and duty increases do not under anyone’s understanding promote development!

Serious large-scale investors should be given breaks on these charges.

They will then hire more people who will then pay more NIB and NHIP and consume more goods that attract duty.

Encourage development and the money will flow into the coffers. Discourage development and the downward spiral will increase in speed and depth.

What would happen if we missed a loan payment? Maybe the Brits will repossess us?

Ruffled up

I’m up in arms too, ready for a battle, every time they come out of a meeting there is a tax increase.

I have met a lot of visitors since this new 12 per cent tax on services provided by hotels and restaurants was added. It is just too much for them as they say.

I don’t know what will happen to this country when the tourism numbers are already decreasing and everything is connected to tourism as we all should know.

Feels like I am being ruffed up by the mob!

Reduce the Government

Is there any discussion of cost cutting rather than revenue generation with these tax hikes?

The largest expense is the number of employees in the Government.

Does the public believe it is operating on maximum effectiveness and efficiency?

If not, why not create a budget that reduces the size of Government rather than raises taxes.

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Casino licences, other projects approved by Cabinet AT THE 23rd meeting of Cabinet, held for the first time on Providenciales at the newly reopened Hilly Ewing Building, several private and Government projects were approved.

The committee, chaired by new Governor Peter Beckingham, agreed to grant approval for the Chief Gaming Inspector to proceed with the processing of casino licences for the Third Turtle Resort and Casino.

Premier Rufus Ewing told the media, during the post Cabinet briefing, that the decision was taken in line with the memorandum of understanding with the resort.

He stated: “As this application is for a casino that will be situated within a hotel, it is consistent with the exclusive licence as a stand-alone casino on Providenciales currently

held by the Casa Blanca.”

The decisions by the Procurement Board to award contracts for the construction of restroom blocks at Ianthe Pratt Primary School and the Clement Howell High School, were also agreed to by Cabinet, Ewing said.

It also approved the establishment of a Public-Private Sector Forum, which will be comprised of representatives from the private sector and from across TCI Government - inclusive of the Ministry of Finance, Attorney General’s Chambers, the Governor’s Office and the Opposition.

This will provide a forum for consultation, discussion and advice on matters concerning inward investment and development, Ewing advised.

“The body will be consultative in nature, and any proposals it produces will be progressed through

normal government channels as appropriate.”

Cabinet also reviewed and agreed to a memorandum of understanding between the Government of the Turks and Caicos Islands and the Bankers’ Association that sets out the terms on which a community

based, small business development programme will be established.

The Premier noted that based on highly successful schemes operating in North America and the Caribbean, the not-for-profit programme will provide valuable support to those looking to establish small to medium

enterprises in the TCI. Additionally, the committee also heard a presentation from Apex Limited on the current status of the West Caicos development.

Ewing said they are looking forward to receiving finalised plans early in the New Year. (DI)

$1.4 m deficit in consolidated fund for second quarter

THE SECOND quarter financial report from the Accountant General for financial year 2013-14 shows a $1.4m deficit in the consolidated fund.

This is better than anticipated, Premier Rufus Ewing recently announced.

Updating the media on the

discussions held in Cabinet the previous day, on Thursday (October 31) he stated that Cabinet is pleased with the financial position of the Turks and Caicos Islands Government for the period July to September 2013.

“However it was noted that there will be additional challenges

as the year progresses through unavoidable additional costs and implementation delays in some of the already-announced tax increases,” Ewing said.

The report will be passed to the House of Assembly when it meets next on Monday, November 11, and released to the public. (DI)

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FCO director promises UK’s help towards TCI’s economic recovery

ECONOMIC development and how the United Kingdom can assist the Turks and Caicos Islands in its recovery process were some of the things Government discussed with FCO Director, Dr Peter Hayes during his visit earlier in the week.

Speaking with the media following several rounds of meeting, Dr Hayes observed that economic growth is a big focus for not just the TCI, but governments around the world.

“We are all struggling to get that economic development, to get jobs, to get sustainable economic development.

“So a big part of the discussion was what sort of support we can provide from the UK to help the TCI and the other Overseas Territories to get that growth.”

It was about a year since the director was last in the TCI; during a time when the ministerial government had just been restored.

Asked if he is pleased with the progress that has been made since

that time, the Director noted that everything takes time.

“What really struck me was that ‘green shoots’ of recovery are starting to appear all around the world; they have been elusive for a long time, but I think people are really still hurting, still feeling the pinch, but here the tourism numbers have been good this year.

“People are cautious about being too optimistic, but I think there is a bit of optimism coming back,” he said.

Over the past few months, the Government has taken several bold and unpopular decisions to increase taxes in order to widen the revenue base of the country.

When asked if he is in agreement with these decisions, Dr Hayes noted that governments all around the world have to balance their budgets.

“This is a challenge for every government as to how you’re going to do it, and there is only really two options for government; you either

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court, following the summons filed two weeks ago, Ewing pointed to the Temple Mortgage Limited and Trade Wind Industries claims against the TCI Government.

He stated that Cabinet’s advice or approval was never sought to embark on either matter.

Neither was the Cabinet made aware of the appointment of an arbitrator in the TWI case.

That case has been sent to arbitration, but is currently tied up in the Supreme Court due to a writ filed against the AG for what the company called the unconstitutional appointment of the arbitrator.

When contacted, chairman of Trade Wind Industries (operators of the Conch Farm), John Hartley stated that the company has consistently maintained that the AG and his legal team were not instructed by the TCIG through the Premier.

“That issue will be decided in the proceedings that we have commenced. Our board is united in its determination to pursue our claims to the fullest extent possible, preferably in open court in the TCI, and not in a secret arbitration in London,” he added.

In his affidavit to the court, Ewing stated that when he confronted Shepheard about his

role in prosecuting and defending proceedings on behalf of the Government without Cabinet's approval, the latter responded that he is independent of the Government and need not consult or seek Cabinet's approval.

CASES In one of his most notable prosecutions, through the British appointed Civil Recovery Team, against Akita Holdings and McAllister Hanchell, the AG was defeated in the Supreme Court in a judgment handed down in July. That case is now up for appeal in 2014.

Another significant prosecution in which the AG is seeking $1.5 million dollars from another alleged land flipper, former Director of Planning, Clyde Robinson, is still before the court for determination.

The AG also sued local pilot Richardson Arthur for $1.35 million he received due to an alleged land flipping deal.

Shepheard thwarted a deal made

by Trade Wind Industries to the Government to settle its $100 million lawsuit against the latter, the same case listed in the Premier’s affidavit to the Court.

He, according to information from the Finance Minister to this publication, gave the direction that if the company wanted to settle with the Government, it had to resolve its lawsuit against Governor Todd, a

FCO Director for the Overseas Territories, Dr Peter Hayes (fifth from left) poses with PDM leader and members (pictured) following their meeting

spend less or you raise more money through taxes.”

However, he added that the real answer to this is through economic growth.

“Because if you can get the economy growing then all of these

defendant in the same suit.

In August, Mervin Cox won his case against the Attorney General before Chief Justice, Edwin Goldsborough.

In his judgment, Goldsborough ordered the AG to pay the businessman’s legal costs plus interest.

In that case, the AG was seeking an order that Cox and his two companies, Coxco Construction and Coxco Airport Company, disclose documentation or information relating to monies given to the political parties and/ or Government Ministers between 1998 and 2010.

Shepheard’s tenure began in September 2010 and was to have ended in September 2016.

He was appointed by former Governor Ric Todd who has himself clashed with the Government on a number of occasions during his tenure.

His appointment succeeded Queen’s Counsel, Kurt Defreitas.

Shepheard has also served as Crown Counsel and Acting Deputy Solicitor-General in the Bermudian Attorney General's Chambers.

His previous positions have included work for a local authority in Wales and within central government for Her Majesty's Procurators-General and Treasury Solicitor in London.

While in Bermuda, the former AG successfully represented the government in two cases in the Privy Council, Deuss, which was concerned with extradition and Marshall, which dealt with the legality of conscription into the Bermuda Regiment. (DI)

things become easier,” he said.

“So the real focus of the discussions was about what is it we can do together, what can we [the UK] help the TCI do to get that elusive growth because that’s really the way forward for solving many of the problems and bringing more money into the economy to enable the Government to do the things the people want, like health, education and housing…”

He added that this is one of the things they will look at when the Premiers and Chief Ministers of the British Overseas Territories meet in London at the Joint Ministerial Council in November.

“One of the things we are going to be doing next month in London is to use the opportunity to reach out to the international financial centre in London… to help the territories

make connections to the business communities and international investors,” the director said.

Meanwhile, in addition to the various meetings he conducted during his three day visit, the director also meet with the People’s Democratic Movement (PDM) leader and party members.

“Oppositions have an important job to do in democracies, just as governments do, so it is important to get the different views,” Dr Hayes observed.

He also met with students at the community college, and spoke with them about their hopes and aspirations.

Hayes noted that issues such as training, particularly vocational training for young people were some of the things discussed with the Premier and Ministers during their meeting. (DI)

Police seek assistance in locating runaway teen POLICE are asking for the public's help to find a 14-year-old child who ran away from home on Saturday (October 26).

Officers of the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force (RTCIPF) have now stepped up their investigation into the disappearance of a habitual runaway teen Stantavia Tucker Domoa who resides in the Five Cays area of Providenciales.

She is described as a female with short hair, a medium brown complexion, standing at about five feet tall and of a medium build weighing about 145 pounds.

She is a second form student of the Clement Howell High School in Providenciales.

No information could be given to police as to what the teen was wearing before running away from her home nor were family members able to produce any photographs of

the teen.

Domoa has an extensive history of running away from home and this is now the fourth time of a report being made of her running away.

In past incidents, the teen has ran away from home for several days to as much time as a week and then returned home.

Police have now expanded the search for the runaway teen as they believe that there are persons in the community who are assisting the teen to avoid detection and the public is reminded that it is an offence to do so.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call police on 941-4448 extension 81843 or 81837, or use the untraceable, anonymous Crimestoppers Miami number at 1-800-(TIPS) or 1-800-8477.

No names or numbers are requested and only the information provided is passed on to police.

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Opposition members air grievances with FCO director LEADER of the Opposition, Sharlene Cartwright Robinson believes the revenue from the recent increase in taxes is going towards repatriating illegal Haitians, while the British are failing in their constitutional responsibility to protect TCI’s borders.

These views were expressed to the Director of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office for the Overseas Territories, Dr Peter Hayes when PDM elected officials met with him on Wednesday (October 30).

“We have asked firmly what is the UK’s position on Haiti as well as what is it that they intend to do and what they are doing,” Cartwright Robinson told the media afterwards.

“We believe that once there is a breach of the borders, then they would have failed in their constitutional responsibility.”

Asked what the response was to that, she said they were given a slew of things the UK is working on in terms of policing.

She said they were told that a memorandum of understanding will be developed, with the follow up and operational process being the responsibility of the Border Control Ministry.

“Unfortunately, the sloops are still coming and it is still costing us a lot

of money. We don’t expect that it is an overnight thing.

“It is a problem for others, but particularly our country with its open borders. There has to be more patrolling, more than anything else.”

She also believes that while the Government is looking at trade and tourism with Haiti, it also has to be firm in its position regarding the breaches.

“We can’t be working with you on one hand and on the other hand there are breaches of our very own security and our borders.”

Meanwhile, other issues such as the local economy and the intentions of the British Government towards its growth were raised with the director.

“Of course that is something we welcome; we encourage it. It is something we have been speaking to; how the British can assist us, especially in marketing our country overseas.”

The Opposition Leader said they also used the opportunity to inform Dr Hayes of how crucial the party sees its role in providing oversight to the Government through the House committees as well as being a custodian of the constitution.

“And what we expect from the UK whenever we believe there is

FCO Director for Overseas Territories, Dr Peter Hayes during his meeting with PDM elected members.

a breach and we report any sort of breach and them ensuring that we are able to fulfil our oversight role to the best of our ability,” she added.

Additionally, each PDM elected member mapped out what they have brought to the table as elected representatives to ensure the TCI

moves forward.

“We raised the cost of SIPT and Civil Recovery and the important point of trying to build in-house capacity instead of bringing in persons and having those monies subsequently leave, because at the end of the day we want to begin to

put ourselves in a position to move forward with the loan without the guarantee.

“The more money we are able to recover from those initiatives, it can go into the sinking fund and pay down the debt,” Cartwright Robinson stated. (DI)

Hilly Ewing building officially opens VOTERS and other residents who live on Providenciales now have easy access to the elected Government officials, as the Premier, Ministers and the Governor have officially moved into their offices in the Hilly Ewing Building, on Leeward Highway.

On Wednesday (October 30) the officials were joined by several other Government employees and others from the business community to celebrate the re-opening of the newly refurbished office.

For some four years, the HE Building has been unoccupied by elected members of parliament.

Shortly after the November elections, the Premier called for the removal of members of the Special Investigations and Prosecution Team (SIPT) and the Civil Recovery Programme, who were occupying the premises.

They finally left the building in August this year.

At the Wednesday ceremony, Premier, Rufus Ewing said it is a pleasure to see this symbol of

democracy occupied by the elected representatives of the people.

He observed that this augurs well for the future of the Turks and Caicos Islands as the country begins to restore its democracy and move towards taking charge of its own destiny.

“This is a moment that I am really proud of,” he said.

“This is the place where you the people can interface and interact with the Government Ministers, the Governor and staff within this building.

“This is a place where decisions are made; important decisions that govern your life, that govern the well-being and future of our future generation.”

He invited those gathered for the auspicious event as well as everyone else to make use of the people who occupy the building.

“I would ask you to make your appointments, to schedule your appointments so that we can have some order at least.”

He added that there will be

open days when people can walk in and speak with their elected members, however he cautioned politeness and understanding of the constraints that the officials work under.

“Every one issue is important, but we as a government have to prioritise how we address those issues. So we trust that you work with us as we continue to work for you.”

The Premier again extended a warm welcome to Governor, Peter Beckingham; this time to the official offices on Providenciales.

“I trust that the comfort and the support that he finds and receives within this building is conducive to a very fruitful and good collaborative working relationship between the Government and the UK government in the best interest of the people of the Turks and Caicos Islands,” he said.

“I look to that good working relationship.”

The Premier also recognised his father in attendance, for whom the building was named after for his

Generation to generation – Former Deputy Chief Minister, Hilly Ewing and his son Premier Rufus Ewing during the official opening of the Provo Premier’s Office, the Hilly Ewing Building on Leeward Highway

many years of service in parliament and his work with the National Insurance Board and programme.

“When I came in he said ‘I guess I have to start charging you all rent now’,” Ewing said to much laughter and applause.

Meanwhile, Governor Beckingham, during brief remarks registered his pleasure with the new offices, which he pointed out are much nicer and more comfortable

than the Grand Turk office.

“I am very privileged to be here, it was wonderful to have a small talk with Mr Ewing senior; it is clearly a from very distinguished dynasty of politicians,” the Governor noted.

On hand to bless the building and the various offices within, was Father Bernard Been of the St Monica’s Anglican Church, who offered a prayer for the work to be carried out within the premises. (DI)

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Remainders of second boat being brought in by marine police

Police officials arrive on the scene at The Mansions in Grace Bay

Tourist found dead on bed in Grace Bay hotel

BY DAISY HANDFIELD A MAN was found dead in a Grace Bay hotel room on Tuesday (October 29).

At about 10.30am police responded to a call from the resident manager of The Mansions hotel who said that he realised something was not right when he noticed an odour coming out of one of the rooms.

He decided to go and check out

the room and found the body of a male who did not appear to be breathing.

According to the police report his body looked discoloured and swollen.

The Weekly News contacted Peter Stingl from Grace Bay Realty, who was in charge of running the Mansions, but he refused to comment.

An autopsy will be conducted to further investigate the cause of death.

Dominican to be tried for allegedly uttering false banknotes

AFTER reappearing before the courts for the second time in three months, the judge found sufficient evidence to submit Dominican, Hector Capellan to trial.

Capellan, 42, appeared in Providenciales Magistrate’s Court #1 on October 16, before Judge Clifton Warner, and his trial date was set for January 20, 2014.

The former business owner is being charged with uttering false banknotes.

He was charged with possession of two counterfeit $100 bills and is alleged to have used the currencies twice at two different location in April.

Two businesses in the TCI complained about receiving $100 bills in counterfeit money and notified the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force (RTCIPF).

Inspector in charge of Financial Crime Unit for RTCIPF, Paulin Nemours confirmed that these new notes were similar to those that floated around the island in previous months.

They are said to be one of the smartest forms of counterfeit money seen so far with a presidential face inside the note.

Capellan is on a $3,000 bond and his surety is Dominican national Agapita Martinez-Howell who has resided in the Turks and Caicos Islands for over 15 years.

Early this year, police discovered more than $4,000 in fake notes within the space of three weeks which were used at local gas stations, banks and other popular businesses on Providenciales.

In prior months, Nemours, noted that there was insufficient evidence to tie Capellan down to all of the notes, but there was enough to charge him for two.

The accused was allowed to keep a hold of his passport, but is ordered to report to the Five Cays police station in Providenciales every Monday, Wednesday and Friday.

The lawyer of the accused, advised his client to not make any comments to the media. (DAISY HANDFIELD)

Image of first sloop after illegal immigrants transported to the detention centre

More than 230 Haitian migrants attempt to enter TCI in one day

BY DAISY HANDFIELD THE NUMBER of Haitians attempting to enter the Turks and Caicos Islands illegally on sloops is becoming a notable problem in the TCI. In one day the Ministry of Border Control and Labour tallied 237 illegal Haitians that attempted to gain access to the country.

These numbers included 203 men and 34 women in total.

On Tuesday (October 29) TCI radar operators detected a Haitian sloop carrying a total of 120 migrants into South Dock, Providenciales.

The Ministry of Border Control and Labour confirmed the arrival of the sloop and said that the vessel carried 106 men and 14 women The second vessel was spotted at about 9am that Tuesday and was intercepted by Marine Police at 10.22am who brought it in at about 1pm that day.

This sloop carried a total of 117 migrants with 97 males and 20 females on board.

The Weekly News attempted to contact Haitian consul, Karlo Pellissier to find out what the Haitian government was planning on doing about illegal immigration, but up to press time he was unresponsive.

There were reports about several illegal boats trying to come into the TCI last week, but no official word on the figures.

The newspaper was also unable to get in contact with the Minister of Labour and Border Control, Donhue Gardiner to confirm the numbers.

Haitian nationals being escorted off the bus into detention centre

On Friday (October 25) the Opposition met with Haitian officials to address the matter of registering Haitians living abroad.

The delegation informed the Opposition members of the Haitian government’s intentions to implement a project to register Haitian nationals living in the Turks and Caicos Islands.

The Opposition made inquiries as to the role of the TCI Government in this exercise, the use of the information, the frequency of the exercise as well as a history of this practice, the actual process of the registration, the use of the Haitian church leaders in TCI, the Haitian law as it relates to those living overseas and their ability to acquire documents.

This was described as a pilot project - the timeline for the exercise and all the intricacies are yet to be

finalised.

The Opposition however believes that this can be a worthwhile and useful exercise and requested an update when plans are firm should the exercise proceed.

The courtesy visit was arranged by the consulate’s head, Karlo Pellissier while the Opposition delegation was led by the Leader of the Opposition who is also the Shadow Minister for Border Control, members of the Haitian delegation including Prime Minister’s advisor, Jacques Myrthil, General Director of National Archives, Jean Bertrand, General Director of Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Fortune Dorlean, General Director of Justice and Public Safety, Jean Aly, General Director of National Office of Identification, Jean-Baptiste Saint-Cyr, and General Director of Ministry of Haitians Living Abroad, Marc Nelson.

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October 2014 for Anthony Quinn murder trial THE TRIAL of the two youths accused of killing British Quantity Surveyor, Anthony Quinn, has been set for October 2014 as the court looks for an attorney to represent one of the accused.

The case was sent back to Supreme Court Chief Justice, Edwin Goldsbroug on Friday, October 25 for a plea and directions hearing after the lawyer for murder accused Misael Castillo withdrew from the case.

The lawyer, Arthur Hamilton, cited a conflict of interest when he withdrew his name as defence lawyer for the 16-year-old alleged killer, on October 16, when the trial was set to start in a Providenciales Supreme Court.

During the hearing in the Providenciales courtroom, another lawyer signalled his willingness to take the case. However, the issue of the paltry legal aid fees prevented this.

Supreme Court Registrar, David Chetwynd told the Weekly News that during the Friday hearing in Grand Turk, another attorney declined to accept the case, even though he was offered an increase in the fees.

Chetwynd said the lawyer stated that he was worth more than what was offered.

The attorney defending Forbes Jnr, the other accused, roundly criticised the legal aid fees last month.

Attorney-at-law, Ashwood Forbes publicly aired his issues with the fees, which although increased, were not to his satisfaction.

The court awarded him a $600

Anthony Quinn, murder victim

increase in the brief fee of $1,200, while the refresher fee of $600 remained the same. However, he said he would like to see the fees doubled.

Forbes claimed that the volume of evidence and the complexity of the case are reasons for increases in the

rates.

Police recovered Quinn’s body near a beach in Technology Drive, in May 2012.

He was last seen leaving a popular Providenciales bar the night before.

(DI)

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Society of Professional Accountants promotes the profession

BY DAISY HANDFIELD THE TURKS and Caicos Islands Society of Professional Accountants (TCISPA) aims to develop the accounting profession in the Turks and Caicos Islands.

A gathering was held on Monday (October 28) to update members on recent committee meetings and how the society can move forward.

Some of the objectives of the committee are to promote the Turks and Caicos Islands among those who are looking to become accountants, to develop the profession itself and to get people interested in going into the profession.

Executive member Nick Haywood explained that the organisation will be putting in the work to the complete majority of their set goals.

“We all know it is a good profession to be in, it does provide a good solid career and at the moment the country is lacking in professional belief and professional accounting expertise.

“So our goal is to make sure that the work is being done here to facilitate getting the profession to where it needs to be here in the community.”

The organisation is looking into getting into the Turks and Caicos Community College (TCCC) to assist with accountancy programmes.

Haywood said that he knows the community college does a great job, but they are always struggling for resources for

tutors for their programmes so they are looking to talking to the school about development and supporting them.

They will be reaching out to their members to provide some time and some support for this initiative.

He said: “Obviously this is not going to work if it’s just us up here putting in the time and the effort, this works as we come together as a society and I think it is our responsibility in the community to put something back into it.”

Working along with the Financial Services Commission to further enhance guidelines for registration of auditors of Financial Services license entities is also on the agenda for the TCSA members.

“We are looking to try and find a regional association to partner up with, we are always going to be a small society and we aren’t going to be able to achieve all the things we want to achieve by standing on our own so we do need to reach out and try to partner with either a regional association or with our fellow associations in some of the other Caribbean islands.”

Membership fees are $25 which will run for a year, from November 1 to October 31, 2014.

Members are required to either hold qualifications in accountancy (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA, CA etc.) or currently be studying for their professional accountant qualifications.

They must also be living and working in the TCI as an accountant.

LIME hosts lunch to honour agents

BY DAISY HANDFIELD LIME TCI has been honouring their agents since 1999 and continued the trend on Wednesday (October 30) with a staff luncheon at their headquarters on Providenciales.

Agents from North Caicos and Middle Caicos came down to join the agents in Provo for the activity packed day.

The event was also attended

by Pastor Colleta Williams of the Abundant Life Ministries who gave a very motivational speech to the attendees.

He encouraged them to keep pushing and persevering, even though many may have been experiencing financial difficulties.

There were raffle draws and the staff participated in games such as Icebreaker, where everyone got involved and worked together as a

team.

During the luncheon, LIME TCI awarded their top three agents in Providenciales, North Caicos and Middle Caicos.

Some of the prizes included Samsung Galaxy, Blackberry Z10 and Q10 mobile phones.

Head of sales at LIME TCI, Dellerice Hall said that this was a yearly event which is also held on the other islands.

“We show appreciation to our agents - in the past we have had breakfasts as well.

“We give them their certificates, their plaques and we say thank you for their commitment and their loyalty.”

LIME will be going to Grand Turk and South Caicos next week to honour their agents on those islands.

On a different note, Hall said that

LIME agents participate in lunch

their customers can expect some great opportunities in the upcoming months.

Although Hall did not want to specify many details, she did confirm that the company is heading towards

4G very soon and that customers can expect a lot of new data and roaming plans.

She said: “We just launched a My Plan which is customised to your billing, if you want to spend $30 you

can go on our website www.mylime. com and you can customise your plan.

“We launched the $5 a week where you can text, you can call for only $5 on your prepaid phone.”

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The Caicos Conch Farm is expanding and in need of one

Belonger Tour Guide Starting pay $500.00 per week. Apply in person to Danver Fortune at the Caicos Conch Farm with resume on Monday November 4, 2013 at 10 am.

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It is that time of year again when we call on all businesses in the Islands to express thanks to their customers for their patronage throughout the year and wish them a Merry Christmas and a Happy and Prosperous New Year!

And we are happy to take this opportunity to thank you for your faithful patronage over the past 31 years and your encouragement in making this newspaper the most trusted and dependable news source in the Turks & Caicos Islands. Thank you for your faithful support as we strive even harder to earn your trust in the years ahead.

As you can expect every year this time, a representative will be calling on you to place your ad in our Special XmaS Supplement. We would be happy to accept your own design, or we can prepare one for you for a small fee, or you may choose a pre-designed ad from our special Xmas catalogue at no extra cost.

Publication date for our Christmas Special is December 14 and advertising deadline is December 10. We do not want you to miss this special year-end edition, and we look forward to your continued participation.

We thank you in advance for your support, as we look forward to seeing you soon.

Yours with thanks and warm greetings for the Xmas Season!

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We welcome letters from all members of the public on a variety of topics Please note that all submissions are subject to editing in keeping with defamation laws and newspaper style. Letters should be accompanied by the author’s full name, location and phone number. Names will be withheld if requested.

New Governor had no choice Dear Editor, There will be many reasons spun for the Attorney General (AG)’s resignation but it would be clear that if the new Governor, Peter Beckingham is genuine then the mission of the AG and the new Governor would be at odds.

The AG was on a frolic of his own, suing the Conch Farm, denying the relevance of the Conch Farm’s position and listening to the lies of the former Governor Ric Todd.

Ric Todd and Huw Shepheard had no policy reason or rationale for taking on the Conch Farm as they did.

This is a project that was in the TCI for at least 29 years and no Governor, no Minister no person could assert that the Conch Farm project was violating any laws.

The new Government of the PNP came to office in 2012 and its Minister of Development, CW Washington Misick, publicly voiced support for the Conch Farm’s project.

Incidentally we are being visited by a Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) official, Dr Peter Hayes and now we have a new Governor.

Yet prior to all of this the AG and

the former Governor could never say why they wanted to oppose fish farming of all things.

Was it bad for the Islands, was it environmentally unsound or what?

Instead it was good for the Islands, threatened to provide new revenue, new jobs, new technologies and advancement to the TCI. Moreover it was consistent with the Environmental Charter and the TCI constitution, both of which mandate projects that support the environment and sustainable development.

All readings of the development agreement with the Government and the Conch Farm all showed an agreement that included fish farming.

None of them could say why they were opposing the project except to say that they were pleased at the prospect of new taxes to cover the potential liability of $100m when the Governor would have lost the suit.

With all of this I am sure the new Governor was obliged to ask what was going on.

He had no choice but to ask: “Why are you suing the Conch Farm, Mr AG?” “Does the Premier’s case

have any merit?”

With the new Governor asking the right questions in the case of the AG I trust he will ask more as he drops this unwarranted and needed suit against the Conch Farm.

Also ask how is it that we have some 2,500 acres of Crown land on Middle Caicos with a $7.5m mortgage, the land valued at $450m, mortgaged to British Caribbean Bank but no investigation.

Or how is it that we have 160 acres of Crown land on West Caicos, worth $330m, $19m mortgage with British Caribbean Bank but no effort to investigate.

The Financial Services Commission is fully aware of this but cannot touch British Caribbean Bank.

Like in the case of the AG, the Governor had no choice but to ask the right questions and it is suggested that he asked for the AG to resign.

Let there be further questions and answers so we could get to the bottom of all of the other British inspired and protected shenanigans.

Ingrid Williams

COMMENTARY

Jesus, prayers, voodoo and the jinx IN BRAZIL's Rio de Janerio, the most recent residence of our first Premier a giant 98-foot tall statue of Christ looms high on a 26-foot pedestal with 92-foot wide arms out stretched above Brazil.

Down below former Premier Misick fought extradition. He may now be brought back to the TCI with a possible stop in the USA. God will work through man to make that determination. He may no longer remain in Brazil Let us look backwards for a few moments. During the run up to the 2007 election, there were rumors of voodoo going on to bury the PDM party.

We do not know what rituals happened behind closed doors but there was a public burial

By David Tapfer ceremony, which had PDM election paraphernalia, taken during a breakin of the PDM headquarters, buried in a casket symbolising the death of the PDM. That election gave the PNP 13 seats. Thirteen is not a good number.

PDM's Floyd Seymour and Art Robinson were joined by

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Doug Parnell to form a powerful Opposition.

In less than two years, three ‘Blind Mice’ brought down 13 PNP elected parliamentarians. Is the number three more powerful than 13?

PDM won three At Large seats in November 2012.

The fact is number 13 has always been a number tainted with suspicion. Racecars refused to carry the number and Friday 13 is a day to be extra careful.

In November 2012 on the eve of year 2013, we had another election leading to a government, which has spent this jinxed year trying to punish the TCI with taxes leading to the highest cost of living in the West Indies.

Thirteen months from November 2012, in January 2014 prosecutions

of the former Ministers and others were scheduled to begin.

However, four years after the inquiry the attorneys that will defend the prosecutions still need more time The current PNP has put aside its responsibility to make things better for TC Islanders and now do everything in their power to prolong justice for the former Ministers, their families and friends.

It matters little how much delay continues because eventually prosecutions will begin.

In fact, we believe that the delays could create an incentive for the SIPT team and Shepheard or future AG to try harder and prosecute wider.

Had the court cases been permitted to move forward on schedule it might be over in 2014. The AG has

already had his contract extended for three years.

Those who engage in voodoo never win and the jinx of 2013 may affect them in ways they and we never imagined way back then.

We have endured the jinx year of 2013, a year of anti-progress as the cost of living soars ever higher to keep our Ministers employed on trips.

Legal maneuvers abound and for what real purpose? Not to improve education, improve healthcare, provide wider employment or lower the cost of living.

Prayers continue as the statue of Jesus looks down on Brazil and this century’s 13th year will soon be over.

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

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La Parfumerie’s owner Ajay Tolani (right) presents a $5,000 donation to NCS vice-president Rosemary Jolly

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Event organisers are pleased with the large turnout and continuous support received from the community

Breast Cancer Awareness Month ends with luncheon TCI’s National Cancer Society (NCS) held its sixth annual Breast Cancer Awareness Luncheon last Saturday; making it the last event of the month-long efforts of public awareness and persistent fundraising.

Held at Beaches Resort and Spa, this year’s luncheon saw a remarkable turnout, showing the tremendous community support that the organisation continues to receive.

Vice-president of the society Rosemary Jolly expressed how overjoyed she was with the backing throughout the entire month and said: “We are touched and we cannot say thanks enough to the supporters.”

She said that the society was overwhelmed with gratitude at the willingness of people to always

support their causes and to take initiatives to raise funds of their own to donate.

During the luncheon touching testimonials and informative presentations were shared with the eager guests who also enjoyed a delicious buffet lunch.

A presentation on healthy lifestyle and eating choices was made by registered dietician Tamika Handfield while Dr Dawn O’Sullivan enlightened guests with some medical information and statistics on the disease.

Also at the event was a representative from Baptist Health South Florida, an organisation that has partnered with the NCS to help them achieve their mission to

promote healthy lifestyles, early detection and to assist persons suffering from the disease.

Oncologist Mary Jo Villar, the keynote speaker, shared more information on the widespread issue and spoke about medical advancements in breast cancer treatments.

She said that while there has been an increase in the numbers of breast cancer patients recently, it is only because of early detection and the better techniques used today.

Treatments available for the disease have also increased and new research is constantly being carried out.

Minister of Health Porsha Stubbs said she was pleased with the

efforts of the NCS and believes that education and awareness is always key.

A major highlight of the event was a $5,000 donation made by La Parfumerie to the society.

Store owner Ajay Tolani, whose mother suffered the dreaded disease, said he knows how terrible the illness is and how difficult it is for family members to deal with so he decided to help by donating a percentage of sales for the entire month of October to the organisation.

Throughout October, other businesses and community members came together to support the Cancer Society events and also raised money through separate ventures for the society in the hope of helping

to make a difference in the lives of those fighting cancer.

Contributions made by compassionate groups this week included In the Pink - $25,000 and La Parfumerie - $5,000, which tallied to over $30,000 and the organisation itself raised funds from its walkathon and luncheon.

Funds raised will go towards the financial support of patients who need to travel abroad for treatment and to assist them in other ways necessary.

Throughout the years the society has been offering support to cancer patients not only financially, but also emotionally, physically and spiritually, and they remain committed to helping those in need.

Gov’t to conduct survey on youth unemployment AN ONLINE survey to gather information on the magnitude of the problem of youth unemployment in the Turks and Caicos Islands will be conducted in November.

The information from the study as well as census information will guide and shape a young adult empowerment policy.

Initiatives such as empowering young people between the ages of 18 and 35 with an aim of expanding the middle socioeconomic class, will also drive the policy, Premier, Rufus Ewing told the media following the Cabinet meeting on Wednesday (October 30).

The survey will be conducted by the National Epidemiology Research

Unit in collaboration with the Strategic Policy and Planning Department and Ministry of Education.

“First of all we need to understand the magnitude of the problem of youth unemployment.

“We know that there is a problem and this is a problem worldwide but in the Turks and Caicos we don’t know the magnitude of the problem.

“It is our party mandate to try to empower TC Islanders to extend our middle class as part of our initiative to ensure that no TC Islander is left behind.”

He said for this they need data.

This data will comprise of how many locals within the specified age group actually have a first degree,

how many with a first degree are employed or are employed in the job of their training or qualifications.

In addition, how many are in senior managerial or managerial positions, how many are owners of a house or a piece of property and how many are owners of businesses.

“These are questions that we need to ask,” the Premier said.

“The survey will try to solicit those answers. Once we get that baseline information, we will then be able to properly plan the policies and put the initiatives in place to help address and then be able to monitor and measure them over a time period.”

He added that although the policy will not come into effect right away,

there are certain aspects of it which will.

“Hon Akierra Missick will be visiting London as part of the JMC to look at and study two programmes there – the vocational training programme and a major apprenticeship programme that was just launched by the Prime Minister’s Office in the UK.” She will explore the possibility of implementing similar programmes in the TCI, Ewing said.

“That is something that could be implemented even if it’s on a small level; there are other initiatives that we will also implement during the month of November in advance of the full policy implementation.”

The draft policy was presented to Cabinet on Wednesday and the proposed objectives were approved.

It is hoped that by 2020, the objectives of the policy will be achieved, the Premier noted.

Those goals include a significant increase in the percentage of young TC Islanders employed in a managerial position; owning a first home by age 35; owning a business; accessing tertiary education degree level programmes; and having a certified employable skill.

He stated that a formal policy document will be created, and care will be taken to ensure it is consistent with existing legislation and initiatives. (DI)

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DEMA sets the record straight on pelagic fishing study THE MINISTRY of Environment, Home Affairs and Agriculture and the Department of Environment and Maritime Affairs (DEMA) are clarifying misleading information regarding a UK-funded pelagic fishing now being carried out in TCI waters.

The study which started a week ago will help to determine whether or not the off-shore fishing stocks in the territorial waters of the Turks and Caicos Islands are economically viable for development. DEMA is charged with overseeing the study.

The Ministry noted that despite being surrounded by productive marine resources, the TCI imports most of the marine products consumed on the islands.

These include a variety of marine species like tuna that are available in TCI waters.

As it seeks to reduce the food import bill and bolster the nation’s food security, TCIG is looking for options that will provide sustainable harvesting of pelagic fish for local consumption.

Director of DEMA, Kathleen Wood said: “If we can sustainably harvest pelagic fish for local consumption in TCI, we will not only eliminate these global environmental impacts but will provide business opportunities and multiplier effects across the entire TCI economy.

“As long as people continue to eat wild-caught fish in the Turks and Caicos Islands, it simply doesn’t make economic or environmental sense to do otherwise.

“We remain hopeful that people will be able to put aside the misconceptions being propagated by a few private interests and see the big picture,” Wood said.

The Ministry labels as false, charges that the pelagic fishing study

is being undertaken to allow foreign long-line fishing fleets to operate in TCI waters, as well as to allow foreign boats to engage in practices not allowed in US territorial waters.

Wood continued: “Nothing could be further from the truth. For one thing, Dayboat Seafoods is the only pelagic fishing fleet in the United States that is Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) sustainably certified.

“This requires that they meet the highest standards of sustainable fishing practises. As a US flagcarrying fleet, they must maintain these standards, even when they are fishing in TCI territorial waters.”

Belonger-owned and operated Caicos Pride is partnering with Dayboat Seafoods to conduct this study and Belongers are being employed and trained in this new area.

Wood clarified further: “Fishing data can be collected only by fishing, as fish do not stay in one place to be counted.

“Worldwide, the vast majority of fisheries data is collected through recording catch characteristics.

“This is how we assess stocks for all fisheries in TCI, including conch and lobster.”

The DEMA director also noted that while the fish that is caught is being sold as part of this study, this is necessary as it is the only reliable way to collect the quantity of data required in the short time the study will be conducted.

“In addition, she pointed out that TCI-based sport fishing enthusiasts have been reluctant to provide TCIG with data that would otherwise assist in such studies.”

The Ministry is urging the sport fishing sector to aid the data collection process by providing TCIG with catch data to support maintenance of their

Prize draw for reef preservation TWO lucky people will win trips on a liveaboard dive boat as a thank you for supporting the Turks and Caicos Reef Fund.

The winners of the prize draw will be announced on the TCI Aggressor II on Saturday (November 2) following the ticket drawing at 2pm.

Earlier this year the Aggressor fleet donated the trips to be raffled off to raise money in support of the Turks and Caicos Reef Fund dive and snorkel boat moorings project.

The project, being conducted in collaboration with the TCIG

Department of Environment and Maritime Affairs, has a goal of repairing and replacing damaged or missing moorings as well as expanding the number of mooring sites for dive boats and snorkel boats to use.

Using moorings eliminates the need for anchoring, which potentially damages the coral reefs.

Five hundred tickets were sold for each trip being raffled, at $25 apiece. The raffle raised $25,000 to support the moorings project.

The raffle draw will be held at the Turtle Cove Marina where the vessel is docked.

sport as well as research.

The Ministry is also assuring fishing interests that the study will in no way threaten their livelihoods by depleting stocks of targeted and non-targeted species, including endangered species.

Wood noted: “While these fears are understandable, they reflect a misunderstanding about the nature of renewable resources, in general and pelagic fish specifically.

“Fish are not a finite resource.

As long as we are not harvesting them at a rate faster than they are replenishing themselves, no harm will come to the resource.”

She continued: “With pelagic fish, this concept is extremely relevant because these fish are not resident in the Turks and Caicos Islands but

migrate across the entire Atlantic Ocean, in some cases”.

The DEMA director further explained that such stocks are protected by international rules and quotas to ensure that global stocks are protected.

“With regard to endangered species, we have developed conditions of approval that allows us to halt the study should the by-catch of rare, threatened or endangered species become detrimental to the stock of those species.

“We are pleased to report that no marine mammals or sea turtles have thus far been affected by the study,” she said.

Wood noted that while an Atlantic white-tipped shark - a species that is listed by the IUCN as Vulnerable

globally and Critically Endangered in the Caribbean - was caught and released dead, this is not detrimental to the overall stocks of this species.

The Ministry noted that DEMA and the TCIG are keeping “a close eye on all by-catch mortality and will respond with remedial action, should such action become necessary.”

The Ministry is mindful of the contentious nature of the study but assures that the long term benefits of the study are being carefully weighed and assured that TCIG stands ready to halt the study should it negatively impact the wellbeing of any marine species.

All catch data is available for viewing at the National Environmental Centre during normal business hours.

Director at Parrot Cay Crawford Sherman (centre) expresses his delight of win for Turks and Caicos

Parrot Cay wins top awards HAVING recently snagged the number one spot for three distinguished honours from the Condé Nast Traveller Readers' Travel Awards, Parrot Cay celebrated with a cocktail reception in Providenciales.

The luxuriously tranquil island resort took the top spots for Best Overseas Holiday Hotel in The Americas and Caribbean, Best Overseas Hotel Spas and The World's Top 100.

Prominent community members and government officials joined in celebrating the success of the illustrious resort at the event on October 25 at the Saving Grace Villa.

General manager Grant Noble, who travelled to London to receive the awards, said that never in history has three top awards been won by any resort.

Noble said: “These awards mean

a lot, not only for Parrot, but for the Turks and Caicos; bearing in mind that the number one in the world last year was won by the country of Italy…It’s great for the Turks and Caicos.”

Director at the resort Crawford Sherman reminded guests that they like to do things quietly on Parrot Cay and said the evening was about saying thank you to all who have helped in making the resort prosper throughout the years and acknowledging that Turks and Caicos holds the world’s top destination.

Premier and Minister of Tourism Dr Rufus Ewing, congratulated the team, pointing out that the high accolades meant that staff members consistently produced high quality standards.

He added: “To be number one is such a significant achievement and it sets the pace for other well deserving

resorts in the Turks and Caicos.”

Shadow Minister of Tourism Sean Astwood also expressed how proud he was of the high standards set by the resort and said the awards speak of just how impressive the services and offers by the destination really are.

Also mingling at the event, Governor Beckingham said the awards were great for the Turks and Caicos Islands and will only serve to encourage more tourists to visit.

Apart from celebrating Parrot Cay’s wins, five lucky guests won amazing prizes from dinners and massages to overnight stays on the distinguished resort.

The reception was thrown by the Parrot Cay in collaboration with COMO Shambhala Retreat and The Turks and Caicos Islands Ministry of Tourism.

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fitness Tip 

Dr. Joe LeMoine, is an Orthopaedic Surgeon and Sports Medicine physician. He has worked with many international athletes and at many sporting events on the world stage. He currently practices in Providenciales, at Prime Sports Medicine.

Orthopaedic Surgeon and Sports Medicine physician Dr. Joe LeMoine

Exercise and jet lag IN a few days’ time I will be travelling with a group of elite international athletes in competition.

They will be travelling across nine time zones in one trip and at the same time are switching from daylight savings time to standard time. They will be playing in an important game the day before travel so won't be able to start adapting to the new time zone beforehand. This leads to many challenges to ensure the players recover from the first game, recover from travel and are prepared to play again six days later.

It has been well known for years that sports and sleep are related.

Many studies have shown that regular exercise improves sleeping habits resulting more restful sleep and waking up refreshed. Research into athletic performance has also shown good sleeping habits and regular sleeping patterns lead to better results in sport. Many elite athletes, coaches and teams make great efforts to ensure the athletes are well rested and ready to perform.

But what happens when you travel?

Crossing time zones leads to jet lag that can effect performance.

This brings rise to two important questions: 1) Can you minimize the

Smoked Salmon Salad in Cucumber Cups SERVINGS: Seventeen

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negative effects of jet lag on athletic performance?

There are a few things that can be done to minimize the effects of jet lag. By shifting meal times and sleep times before departure you can minimize the time zone effects.

Proper rest and hydration in travel is important. Quickly adapting to the new time zone with sleep patterns is also important, and sometimes a sleeping pill can be helpful under the direction of a doctor.

Another component is light therapy.

By seeking light at the right time, such as in the morning when travelling east and avoiding it in the afternoon, can help speed up setting the bodies

biological clock. Also by only having meals during a twelve-hour period per day can help the body get used to the new sleeping hours. It is also important to avoid bright light, including television and bright computer screens for the hour before sleep.

Adjustments in the training schedule are necessary to avoid fatigue-based injury.

Lighter sessions are scheduled in the first days on arrival, and free time should be allowed for rest and even short naps if necessary.

Caffeine, no more than 1 or 2 cups is sometimes used. It is considered, especially in the morning hours of the new destination, to decrease fatigue on rising. It should not be used to put off sleep.

2) Can an exercise program

decrease the effects of jet lag?

As it is known that exercise helps improve regular sleep patterns, researchers have asked can the right exercise at the right time help you get over jet lag. The answer is probably yes, but the exact recipe is unknown.

What is known is that people that exercise on a regular daily basis have less deterioration on their sleep patterns when their day/night clock is disturbed.

It is found that no matter what time of day they exercise, there is a benefit in adapting quicker in the new time zone. However the best exercise plan in terms of timing and duration have not been found.

One recommendation is to avoid exercise in the few hours leading up to bedtime.

Spectrum of Hope 

Weekly Recipe

Ingredients

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Preparation

1. Combine first four ingredients in a medium bowl. Stir in 2 teaspoons dill and chopped salmon.

2. Peel cucumbers in alternating vertical stripes. Cut cucumbers into 3/4-inch-thick slices, and scoop out seeds with a small spoon or melon baller, leaving bottom intact to form a cup.

3. Spoon about one tablespoon salmon mixture into each cucumber cup. Sprinkle cups evenly with remaining 1-teaspoon dill and pepper.

The app trap WHAT is your child playing? No, really, what is on that device? I know you loaded up an army of apps that will keep the kiddos happy for hours, but let’s take a quick inventory on how we did with that.

Last week I talked about learning games and how they are designed to reinforce, not teach. Teaching involves having a set objective and a method by which that objective is presented, memorized and generalized. There is a procedure.

We’ve got that! Now, we are all teaching our kids and on board with our teachers teaching our kids. And we have downloaded the latest to help us out. I only have one question: Did you play the game?

Here’s the truth: There are many apps that SEEM like great ideas, and for SOME kids they may be. But not YOUR kid! Example coming right up: Josiah loves a little blue haired, stop action clay character named Poko! He can be found on Kids CBC and reinforces wonderful little moments of humor, imagination and

caring with his cast of friends.

Poko also has a sweet deal with some app developers because he has been hired to teach math, spelling, science and a host of other things!

Naturally, as soon as the iPad was raised to life, I got excited when I browsed some apps and found Jo’s old friend! “Sure, he can reinforce some math!”

I walked Jo through the intro and was excited to see he picked up on the games quickly…YES!! Now I can paint my nails while he practices addition!! I should have known something was screwy when after about 6 minutes, Jo casually got up from where he was sitting next to me at the table and plopped into a corner on the couch, carefully turning the screen away from my view.

When I stopped to observe what was going on, I found that Jo had also discovered how cute it was that in the opening sequences to the games, Poko does some cool little “appearing from behind a curtain trick.” To my ASD son with a

visual tracking fetish…This. Was. Gold. “Why play the game when I can just sit here and get high on replaying the intros?!” Needless to say, Poko is now floating in the iCloud.

Whether your child has a learning challenge or is totally typical, after you research an app, read the reviews, and download it…. play it! See the game through your child’s eyes and ask yourself if the game is really accomplishing what you desire. Games with familiar characters can be just as distracting as they are motivating. Poorly designed apps can be redundant and therefore have a short usage life for your child.

If you find an app that rocks, follow the developer! They may have a family of apps that are equally brilliant. Don’t simply download an app because the graphics seem nice and it’s free! Make sure that you are setting up the tablet in which you invested your money as a tool, not just a toy.

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GARDENING 

How does your garden grow

BY TAMIKA HANDFIELD

Tamika graduated from Florida International University in Miami with a Masters degree in Dietetics & Nutrition. She is a registered dietitian with the American Dietetic Association (ADA) and licensed to practice medical nutrition therapy in the state of Florida.

Email Tamika via tcweeklynews@gmail.com or tamikahandfield@yahoo.com with your healthy eating questions.

What is Diabetes?

EVERYONE’S blood has some sugar in it because your body needs sugar for energy. When you eat, your body breaks food down into sugar and sends it into your bloodstream. Then, your pancreas makes a hormone called insulin. The job of insulin is to get the sugar from the blood into the cells to be used for energy needed for daily life. I like to explain the way insulin works using the analogy of a lock and key.

Let’s imagine that the cells in our body are the lock and insulin is the key that opens that lock. Under normal conditions, you eat a meal, your blood sugar rises but insulin unlocks the cells so the sugar is able to get in and make necessary energy. Two hours after eating, your blood sugar is back to normal.

However, with Diabetes, there is a defect in the lock and key system. Either the body is not making enough insulin or the cells are not recognizing the insulin that it is making. In both cases, the end result is sugar that is trapped circulating in the bloodstream.

Therefore, Diabetes is having too much sugar in your blood.

Types of Diabetes Type 1 Diabetes is an autoimmune disease which means it cannot be prevented. It was once called juvenile onset diabetes because it is usually diagnosed in young children. Persons with Type 1 Diabetes must take insulin injections throughout their life.

Type 2 Diabetes is the most common form. Persons usually must take either pills or insulin injections depending on the stage. Research shows it is linked to many genetic, environmental and behavioural risk factors. Therefore, it can be prevented and/or delayed and controlled.

Gestational diabetes only affects some pregnant women; usually once she delivers the baby she regains control of her blood sugar.

However, Gestational Diabetes increases her risk of developing Diabetes in the future.

People often say “I have a little sugar” suggesting that Diabetes is not a serious disease. Diabetes left undiagnosed or uncontrolled is a very serious disease with many health complications such as kidney disease, blindness, amputations and even death. It is important to know if you have Diabetes and if you do, take steps to better control it so you can live a normal life.

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Passion for Plumbago flower BLUE Plumbago (Plumbago auriculata) is an evergreen shrub that is native to South Africa, and it grows well in the Turks and Caicos Islands. Although the genus Plumbago comprises 10 species from the warmer parts of the world and there are five species from South Africa.

With long, thin stems and pale blue flowers, it’s prized as a shrub, climber, potted plant and groundcover. Blue plumbago is relatively easy to grow, and blooms all year. Although this shrub has few special needs, it does have specific requirements for ideal growth.

Plumbago is propagated from cuttings, but you can also grow it from seed. Plant Plumbago in top soil or organic peat moss to the hole when you plant. You may also want to add composted cow manure to the mix to enrich the soil, and spacing each shrub 36 to 60 inches apart to allow room to grow. If spaced properly, blue plumbago will naturally cascade in a fountain shape.

Blue plumbago prefers slightly acidic soil, so don’t add lime to the soil.

Plumbago requires six or more hours of direct sunlight each day.

While it can tolerate partial shade, it will produce fewer blooms than if you plant in full sun but plant Plumbago where it is protected from strong winds.

Blue Plumbago may suffer from manganese deficiency, which shows as yellowed foliage. If this happens, an application of manganese sulfate should correct the problem. Fertilize 3 times a year in spring, summer and autumn, with a granular fertilizer.

This plant should be pruned heavily to control growth, maintain

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their bush shape and maximize blooms. Removing flower buds is not necessary. Remove old, diseased or dead branches completely to allow new growth. Cut back to live or healthy wood when pruning dead or diseased branches. Make angled cuts just above buds when pruning healthy growth to improve your plant’s shape. An application of fertilizer after pruning encourages new growth.

‘Imperial Blue’ is the most popular cultivar, with butterfly-attracting blossoms in vibrant blue with a hint of violet. A blue flowering plant is a

rarity in flowers, and blue plumbago plays well with others, colour wise. It's especially nice combined with other plants with silvery foliage and those with pink, yellow or white flowers.

Plumbago auriculata ‘Alba’ (Skyflower, Cape Leadwort) have magnificent white flowers, this is a great choice for white monochrome garden.

Plumbago indica ‘Scarlet Leadwort’ is a bit hard to find here, with deep pink or scarlet flowers . This Plumbago is originates from India and South-East Asia, where it is widely used as a medicinal plant

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Blue Haven to host Atlantic kite challenge SIX international kiteboarders will attempt the first ever non-stop 6,000km Atlantic Ocean crossing in late November 2013 arriving at the Blue Haven Resort and Marina in the Turks and Caicos Islands.

Between November 20 and November 25, the kiteboarders will soar from the port of Fuerteventura in the Canary Islands embarking on the first-ever, non-stop crossing of the Atlantic Ocean bound for their official arrival destination.

At an official launch of the event on Friday, October 25, at the Blue Haven resort, Premier, Rufus Ewing commended the management of the resort and marina on being chosen to host the sporting event.

“Our Beautiful by Nature islands have long been an incredible destination for kitesurfing and other adventure sports,” Ewing said.

He added: “We have such incredibly clear waters around us and our tourism industry has grown to accommodate discerning travellers of all walks of life with some of the leading hotels in the Caribbean on our shores.

“We look forward to greeting the team here soon and celebrating this milestone for the sport.”

Corporate general manager of Blue Haven Resort and Marina, Roland Rutjens also noted his excitement for the upcoming event.

“We wish all of the kitesurfers the very best on their epic journey and look forward to welcoming them.

“Together with the Turks and Caicos community we will embrace them with a special celebration and

provide them with much needed relaxation after their arrival.”

Following a South Atlantic route, their arrival in the TCI two to three weeks later (estimated between December 7 and December 15) coincides with the grand opening of the resort and marina.

The new property is the official arrival destination hotel for the Atlantic Kite Challenge.

On arrival, the kitesurfers will be welcomed and feted with a three day celebration that will include beach volleyball competitions, cultural exhibitions and fairs, the music of local bands, delicious cuisine and the enthusiasm of regional kiteboarding groups, resort guests and locals.

During the crossing - which will feature daily social media posts with photos by all six participants - the kitesurfers will take over from one another every two hours during the 6000km long journey, boarding both day and night.

In the longest ever ‘down winder’ they will be supported by a 50ft catamaran, Lagoon 500 Double A, and its professional crew. A camera team will be on board documenting the crossing.

The Atlantic Kite Challenge was the brainchild of Netherlands-based Filippo van Hellenberg Hubar, founder of the Enable Passion Foundation.

According to a release from the resort, Filippo will be one of the six kiteboarders partaking in the challenge along with Max Blom, also from the Netherlands, Camilla Ringvold of Norway, Bruno Sroka

of France, Francisco Lufinha of Portugal Eric Pequeno from the United States who was chosen as the sixth kiteboarder through a social media competition on Facebook.

“The idea for the Atlantic Kite Challenge came about from my passion for kitesurfing and business ventures. One day I felt inspired to combine the two,” Hubar explained in the release.

“I wanted to find out whether something that initially looked so impossible could be achieved with the right motivation and dedication.

“The idea slowly took form and resulted in a team of committed people. All those involved are contributing in their own way to realising this joint goal.”

He added: “We are so pleased to have found the perfect arrival destination for our venture. Turks and Caicos is a very well-known kiting destination with stunning clear water.

“You can imagine that after such a long journey through the entire Atlantic Ocean, the warm waters of around Blue Haven as well as the outstanding facilities will more than make up for the hardships of the actual crossing.”

In addition to Blue Haven Resort and Marina, other sponsors include Mystic, Urge, Slingshot and GoPro who will provide equipment to the team.

The Enable Passion foundation is a non-profit foundation that strives to inspire people in realising their passions, by organising and carrying out extraordinary and pioneering projects.

Dr Osmond and the fourth graders at Enid Capron Primary School share smiles for the camera during his recent visit to teach the children the importance of good dental hygiene

Dr Mark Osmond talks teeth at Enid Capron Primary School CARING for your teeth, the anatomy of teeth and how you can prevent cavities were just some of the areas that Dr Mark Osmond discussed when he and dental nurse Nemeken Harvey visited the grade four students of Enid Capron School.

The students proved they had been listening in class when they were able to correctly identify the

Holiday hype kicking in with annual ‘What’s in the box?’

ANNUALLY the Grace Bay Resorts Community Foundation in association with its various partners gives people the chance to win great prizes by simply sending a text message from their mobile devices.

To win these prizes, contestants simply have to guess what is inside the big red box that is set up by the roundabout opposite the First Caribbean International Bank (FCIB) on Leeward Highway, Providenciales.

The officials declared the competition active on Friday (October 25) during a short press conference on location.

In order to enter, customers must use a LIME phone and text Box Answer to 4946 with each text costing $1.

Participants can text as many times as they want, up until the final day of the competition.

The foundation along with West Bay Club, LIME, First Caribbean Ban/CIBC, and Do It Centre have had three successful years so far and are looking forward to checking off another triumphant year.

The various partners stand beside their logos for the official launching

This years’ first place prize is a round trip ticket to New York for two, plus hotel accommodation for a weekend and an iPad, second place prize a night for two at the West Bay Club on Providenciales, third place a new account at First Caribbean International Bank valued at $500, fourth a home grill from Do It Centre and fifth a Blackberry cell phone

from LIME. Officials are aiming to raise $5,000 this year so that the proceeds can go towards purchasing school supplies for the Grace Bay Foundation’s five adoptive schools which are Ianthe Pratt Primary, Charles Hubert James Primary, Adelaide Omler Primary, Iris Stubbs Primary and the Marjorie Basden High.

Manager of Talent Growth and Local Affairs at the Grace Bay Resorts, Carlton Mills noted that he is impressed with the growth of this initiative, with the participants getting bigger in numbers and the prizes as well.

The drawing is expected to take place on December 24 with the prizes holding a year of validity.

teeth by name and know the timings of when the teeth erupt.

Dr Mark also discussed the importance of basic dental care including brushing twice a day and flossing.

He underlined the importance of regular visits to the dentist to ensure that any problems are identified early, so avoiding the potential for tooth decay, pain and the possibility of losing teeth.

“It is great that the students are studying dental care as part of their curriculum and it has the added benefit of encouraging them to adopt good personal standards at home too,” he said.

“I was really pleased and impressed to see the genuine enthusiasm coming from the students.

“The knowledge that they demonstrated and relevant questions they asked showed that they are fully engaged in the subject,” the doctor said in a press release following the event.

During his meeting with the students, he also highlighted how watching the sugar in their diets is also important as this can lead to tooth decay and gum disease.

He named high risk foods such as candy, cookies and soda, further advising them that there are also high-sugar foods that may be less obvious; ketchup, which contains 58 teaspoons of sugar, was named as one such food.

Dr Mark, who is based at his dental clinic in the IGA Plaza, has been a practicing dental surgeon for 25 years.

He believes that dental education is key to improving the health of the children’s teeth here in Turks and Caicos Islands.

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More than 100 animals treated at weeklong free clinic THE TCSPCA’s clinic and office were the scene of controlled chaos during the week of October 18 to 25.

Multiple animals were delivered to the not-for-profit organisation’s first free spay and neuter clinic after their volunteer veterinarian Dr Rich Sefcik returned to the United States last June.

According to an update from the organisation, 134 spay or neuter surgeries – an average of 26 each day – were performed during five clinic days by Dr Jessica Braun and veterinarian technician and nurse Kristine Buchholz.

The dynamic duo were assisted

by TCSPCA volunteer surgery techs Ibis and Ariane.

Other volunteers, almost a dozen women over the five day period, manned the phones, arranged for pick up and drop off of animals whose owners had no transportation, handled paperwork and documentation for all procedures and also carried on the normal business of the office.

Wife and husband team, Pauline and Barry did the airport runs, picking up the animals flown in from Grand Turk for their surgeries.

The ‘Man’ team, Bob, Peter and Mike set traps for many yard dogs who were difficult to handle.

Owners had requested that this be done, and appointments for trapping, ferrying and surgeries were made weeks in advance of the clinic.

The trio drove from one end of the island to another several times each day to set and check traps, bring the animals to the clinic and return them home.

Pampered Paws, which has been essential to the TCSPCA for many years, staged animals before and after their surgeries, and kept several animals post-op that needed a little more special care.

They also provided many of the crates in which the dogs recovered

Dr Jessica Braun and veterinarian technician and nurse Kristine Buchholz in the TCSPCA clinic at Suzy Turn

Mom and son pick up their cat after its operation at the TCSPCA spay and neuter clinic

safely from surgery and woke up from anaesthesia.

The organisation noted that in all, 60 females and 49 male dogs are no longer capable of making unwanted puppies.

Thirteen female and twelve male cats also had the same surgery, while the veterinarian administered 52 rabies vaccinations.

They also drew blood and tested 31 dogs for heartworm, which is rampant across the country and is a guaranteed killer of dogs.

On Providenciales the next breeding season is Christmas and there will be far fewer unwanted pups this year, thanks to Dr Jess and Kristine’s remarkable skills and stamina.

Dr Braun practiced in her veterinary clinic in Kansas for 14 years and in 2006 she and her husband opened the only not-for-

and his wife Jill stopped in on Tuesday afternoon to take a look at the TCSPCA premises and see how the spay and neuter clinic was progressing.

“They were impressed and the volunteers were thrilled to meet him, especially as he acknowledged their work.

“And Dr Mark Butler, chief veterinarian officer, also stopped in on the last day of the clinic.

“He is a long-time supporter of the TCSPCA and said he was very impressed with the number of people who had made and kept the appointments for surgeries for their pets.”

According to the TCSPCA, many people helped make the week

profit, no-kill domestic and wildlife shelter and rehabilitation centre.

She volunteered at her fist clinic in Belize in 2010 and has been back twice to perform even more surgeries.

“The good news for us is that Dr Jess and Kristine are already making plans to return to the TCI in March of next year.

“Kristine has been working with and then volunteering with Dr Jess since 2002. She now owns and runs a dog training and watch facility when she is not volunteering in other countries.

“Both women are avid scuba divers. Despite their brutal schedule they managed two days of diving, which they said was fantastic.

“Yet another reason for them to return to Turks and Caicos,” the organisation said.

New Governor Peter Beckingham

FCO funding for lobster habitat study THE DEPARTMENT for the Environment and Maritime Affairs (DEMA) has been successful in its application to the UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office for $65,000 of funding to carry out a project to improve the habitat for spiny lobsters in TCI waters.

In press release issued from the Governor’s office, DEMA director, Kathleen Wood stated that the project represents an excellent opportunity for the TCI to try and improve spiny lobster habitat in its waters.

She added: “Numerous studies have indicated that artificial habitats increase the abundance and biomass of lobsters in areas where habitat is limited, and we are hopeful that we will see such results here.

“We are grateful to the FCO for funding the work.”

Commenting on the grant, Governor Peter Beckingham said: “The lobster fishing industry is important to TCI, and I am delighted that the FCO has been able to fund this project.

“The grant highlights both the commitment of the UK to assisting TCI’s local communities and the excellent work of DEMA in their continuing efforts to protect and enhance TCI’s natural environment.”

Catch numbers for the Caribbean spiny lobster (Panulirus argus) have been in decline in the TCI over the past five years, and it is believed locally that one cause of this is the

reduction in the quality and quantity of lobster habitat.

This has primarily been caused by damage inflicted by hurricanes Hannah and Ike in 2008.

In an effort to address this, DEMA will host a number of workshops with the local fisher community that will teach them how to construct and deploy artificial lobster habitats or casitas.

In addition, a full biological assessment of traditional fishing areas to determine the health and number of existing habitats will be carried out.

The project will last for up to a year, with monitoring of the habitat’s progress undertaken for a further three years.

come together tremendously and run so smoothly, by volunteering in the clinic or by providing services and cash to help underwrite the program.

The organisation specially thanked Heather Forbes, founder of the Potcake Foundation, for the generous donation to buy surgical supplies, Larry Costa for providing airfares for the vet team, and the Gansevoort and the Atlantic Ocean Beach Villas for helping with the vet team’s accommodation costs.

Many of those who missed the TCSPCA clinic were able to get their pets spayed or neutered at the Potcake Place sponsored clinic, which ran the following week, from the Five Cays Community Centre.

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Caribbean Food and Wine Festival 2013

The Wine Cellar introduces top winemakers AS ORGANISERS of the Caribbean Food and Wine Festival prepare for a packed weekend of activities, a primary sponsor took a moment on Wednesday evening (October 30) to introduce this year’s wine experts to the media and other guests.

The winemakers were presented at a press conference at The Wine Cellar, followed by a social event where guests got a chance to meet the experts and sample some of their choice wines.

The line-up of winemakers introduced were Christopher Silva of Kobrand Wines, Makaziwe and Tukwini Mandela of House of Mandela and returning winemaker Tuck Beckstoffer of Beckstoffer Wines.

All passionate about their products, the experts agreed that their job is more than making wine, it is about the love and passion that goes into the product and it is even about family and tradition.

Thrilled to be in the TCI, the group said that they were enjoying the beautiful Islands and are especially delighted to be a part of such a grand affair.

Beckstoffer, who represents his winery from Napa Valley, said he is glad to be given the opportunity to showcase his wines, particularly happy that the different cultures of people that live here will get a chance to experience them.

He maintains a close relationship with the managers of The Wine Cellar and said that the TCI is a priority market because of them and the fact that winemakers know their wines will be featured among top brands.

First-time visitors Makaziwe and Tukwini Mandela travelled all the way from South Africa to have their wine represented at the upcoming festival.

Makaziwe Mandela, daughter of Nelson Mandela, said that their wine, which was launched in 2010, represents what Africa represents: warmth, resilience, courage and hospitality and tells the story of their family and history.

Tukwini Mandela, granddaughter of Nelson Mandela, said that their passion and vision is to present to the globe the best of the wines that South Africa has to offer.

They too find it exciting that there are people here from all over the world and there’s a chance their wines will reach across the globe.

Christopher Silva, who represents St Francis winery in Sonoma County California, believes that there is a renaissance of food and wine going on in every county right now.

He said there has never been a

better time to be a consumer since the market is so immense and the producers are being driven to make better wines.

He commended The Wine Cellar on being true professionals, maintaining such good partnerships and offering so many types of wines from so many different countries to the people that live and visit the TCI. Operations manager Anthony Garland pointed out how wine as a choice beverage is becoming increasingly popular and loved in the TCI. He recounted about 10 to 15 years when there was no wine on the island. Now, he said even some of the smallest restaurants offer wine on their beverage list.

The Wine Cellar currently stocks about 30 wine labels from different countries amounting to about $2 million.

CEO Galmo Williams said that he understands and appreciates the love and passion that the winemaker put in the wines so The Wine Cellar’s storage facilities and displays match with equal love and care.

Wines from this year’s guest winemakers will be incorporated and paired with dishes from the esteemed guest chefs at the various events this weekend.

For those who have not had a chance to taste the wines, they will still be available at the Wine Cellar and in some restaurants.

The Wine Cellar operations manager, CEO and guest winemakers are happy to be partners in the grand festival

Guest winemakers Tuck Beckstoffer, Tukwini and Makaziwe Mandela, Christopher Silva

Sunrise Airways increases flights to Haiti SUNRISE Airways on Thursday (October 29) announced its plans to launch a second nonstop flight between Cap Haitien and Providenciales in the coming weeks.

According to the company, this is intended to build upon its already successful once-daily service as part of the airline’s continuing commitment to strengthen business links between Haiti and the Turks and Caicos.

President of Sunrise Airways, Philippe Bayard observed that the market has responded very favourably to the service over the first few weeks of operation.

“Strong passenger demand, positive feedback, and tremendous partnership among public and private sector tourism interests in both countries have us bullish on the prospects for

incremental growth in terms of flights and business development targeting not just tourism but other vertical industries as well,” he added.

The company stated that since the start of its service to Providenciales in August 2013, Sunrise Airways has made business development a central focus of its operations linking Haiti and the Turks and Caicos Islands.

A trade mission to Haiti hosted by the airline just prior to the start of regularly scheduled service brought members of the Providenciales Chamber of Commerce in direct contact with their counterparts in Haiti in an effort to stimulate trade and new commercial opportunities.

According to the airlines chief operating officer (COO), Hamish Davidson, one of the areas

where there is great potential is agriculture.

“Our initial trade mission back in August uncovered some tremendous opportunities for farmers in Haiti to supply fresh produce to a whole new market of customers in the Turks and Caicos, particularly the many fine restaurants and hotels along Grace Bay, and elsewhere in Provo.

“We have ready suppliers here in Haiti and the demand is there.

Our commitment is to bring the two sides together and help each community grow.”

Davidson, and other Sunrise Airways officials, continue to hold talks with public and private sector leaders in Haiti and the TCI to explore import and export opportunities in the agricultural sector.

They have also been discussing

tourism development initiatives enticing visitors to combine beach vacations to Providenciales with excursions to Haiti’s historical and eco-tourism attractions.

“The growth potential in tourism that our flights create is readily apparent, but that’s not what Sunrise Airways is all about,” Davidson said.

He added: “Each community that welcomes us in not only gets an airline, they also get a business development partner; one that’s keen on digging beneath the surface to identify the types of sustainable economic opportunities that help us thrive together.”

Sunrise Airways serves the Haiti-TCI market with a 19-seat Jetstream 32 EP aircraft, offering ample head- and leg-room, plus the added comfort of refurbished cabins and fresh upholstered seating.

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Adults as well as children delight in one evening of extreme makeup and costume s

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Sandals promotes literacy in the spirit of Halloween KINDERGARTENERS at Enid Capron Primary School were treated to a delightful surprise this week when Halloween spirited volunteers from the Sandals Foundation visited the school to host a fun filled reading session.

The story time event which was held to celebrate the 2013 Week of the Young Child saw an excited group of 90 kindergarteners who all came for an exclusive storytelling session.

It featured the well-known Sesame Street tale, Elmo’s Favourite Letters which taught students not only to read along, but also helped them to identify colours, shapes, and numbers.

Youngsters were also given treats and candies from the Sandals Foundation team to commemorate the occasion.

According to principal Rachel Taylor, this year’s event was celebrated under the theme Early Years are Learning Years, Early Literacy Count.

“We thank the Sandals Foundation

team for joining us at school as we promote literacy,” she said.

“Sharing stories with the students always stimulates their interest as it helps to broaden their language skills.

“We appreciate the continuous donation of books as it adds to their learning experiences.”

Beaches public relations manager, Elanor Finfin Krzanowski who was in full Halloween spirit and came dressed as a princess for the storytelling time also commented on the successful reading activity.

“Reading to kindergarteners while dressed as one of their favourite characters helps create learning in a fun interactive way.”

She added: “Not only were we teaching students basic literacy skills but we were also able to capture their attention by dressing up for the Halloween week.”

The 2013 Week of the Young Child is celebrated annually and it is a partnership between the Ministry and Department of Education and UNICEF.

Beaches public relations manager, Elanor Finfin (wearing the tiara) and volunteers delight the students at the Enid Capron Primary School with a Halloween treat

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ness; come before his Serve the Lord with glad s. 100:1-2) presence with singing (P

All are cordially invited to a

free gospel concert Hosted by the Native Men’s Fellowship on November 1st, 2013 at 7pm by the Clement Howell High School Auditorium.

Participants will be various men’s group from seven churches including Turks & Caicos Islands Brass Band.

Offering will be collected to support the financial needs of the Gospel and CHHS. Behold how pleasant it is to dwell together in unity (PS. 133:1) For further information contact: 242-3910, 231-0133, 231-2465, 241-2366

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OAS human rights group to visit DR following citizenship ruling THE Secretary General of the Organization of American States (OAS), José Miguel Insulza, says the organisation, through its InterAmerican Commission on Human Rights (IACHR), will visit the Dominican Republic shortly to learn more about the case in which Dominicans of Haitian descent have been stripped of their citizenship.

On Tuesday, the OAS Permanent Council considered, at the request of St. Vincent and the Grenadines, the decision of the Constitutional Court of the Dominican Republic, on September 23, on the legal status of immigrants and their descendants in the Spanish-speaking Caribbean country.

Insulza informed the Permanent Council about the conversations he held on the matter with the Foreign Minister of Haiti, the President of the Dominican Republic and the Prime Minister of St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Dr. Ralph Gonsalves, among others.

Gonsalves has already written to the President of the Dominican Republic, Danilo Medina, expressing outrage over the court’s decision.

Insulza said two issues have converged in the case, namely that no one can be deprived of his or her nationality, and, therefore, there is a human rights problem.

“But we also have an institutional problem. The Organization of American States is governed by the Inter-American Democratic Charter, which among other things, institutionalizes the rule of law and respect for the independence of the branches of government.

“And, in this case, there is no doubt that this is a statement that has been issued by a constitutional court of a state under its own domestic

The trio has been convicted to life in prison for the 1999 murder of Constable Jimmy Ambrose.

The Bahamas: No death penalty for guilty trio The Secretary General of the Organization of American States (OAS), José Miguel Insulza said two issues have converged in the case, namely that no one can be deprived of his or her nationality, and, therefore, there is a human rights problem.

law. I think this is best dealt with through the human rights system, and that this issue is properly the responsibility of the Commission and the Court,” Insulza said.

“We will continue to work on this issue with the Inter-American Commission in consultation with the Council doing everything possible, without any actions that would mean a break in dialogue,” he added.

Insulza said this is because “we have to find a solution with the maximum degree of agreement, the maximum degree of openness and the maximum degree of goodwill.

That has been and remains the conduct of this organisation.”

The Permanent Representative of Haiti to the OAS, Duly Brutus, said his country has expressed its “deepest concerns” about the negative consequences of the decision of the Dominican Constitutional Court,

St Lucia man charged with murder after teen removed from life support A 19-year-old man has been charged with murder after health authorities Tuesday removed 18-year-old Davine James from the life support machine he had been on since being struck on the head with a stone more than two weeks ago.

Police said that James had sustained a blow to the temple during an altercation on October 13 and that Cornelius Evans had been charged with his death.

Residents in the southern village of Grace said that the

two men were involved in an altercation and officials at the St. Jude’s Hospital said James had been in a coma at the Intensive Care Unit ever since.

Meanwhile, police, responding to a fire banana plantation at Belaire, have found the partially burnt body of an unidentified man.

The police said they are treating the matter as a murder and are appealing to the public for assistance in identifying the man. (Caribbean 360)

which particularly affects his country, “with a large colony of immigrants in the Dominican Republic”.

The Haitian diplomat described as “truly alarming” the possibility that, as a result of the ruling, many citizens who were Dominicans before the court’s sentence, could find themselves, from one day to the next, stateless.

Brutus called on OAS member states to seek a solution to the problem, adding that the OAS “has been at the forefront when it comes to defending the interests of the voiceless”.

The OAS said Haiti has the “express support” of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) diplomatic corps, whose spokesperson, the Permanent Representative of St. Vincent and the Grenadines, La Celia Prince, requested the inclusion of the item on the agenda.

“This issue, a domestic issue, is of interest to us in that it directly impacts the lives of fellow human beings, citizens of our Hemisphere and, more specifically, members of our Diaspora,” Prince said.

She said the Dominican Republic Constitutional Court “strips tens of thousands of people of rights which they have enjoyed from birth and gives them no recourse to appeal”.

In addition, Prince said the court’s decision violated the Constitution of the Dominican Republic and invoked the relevance of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the Convention on the Rights of Children.

Legal adviser to the Executive of the Dominican Republic, Ramón Pina Toribio, said his government “always advocated and has developed relationships of profound respect and brotherhood with other nations, and especially with the Republic of Haiti.

STEPHEN “Die” Stubbs, Andrew “Yogi” Davis, and Clinton “Russ” Evans have been sentenced to life in jail for the 1999 murder of Constable Jimmy Ambrose at the now-closed Club Rock Disco.

Crown prosecutors had sought the death penalty for the men, who were convicted of the offence in 2001 when the death penalty was automatically imposed for murder.

That conviction and sentence was quashed on appeal in 2004 but they were convicted in July at a retrial.

Director of Public Prosecutions

Vinette Graham-Allen gave notice last week of the intention to seek the death penalty.

But Justice Roy Jones said today the case did not meet the ‘worst of the worst’ requirements for the death penalty.

Even if it had met those requirements, he said the prosecution had failed to follow sentencing guidelines, by giving notice of their intention.

The defence lawyers were Murrio Ducille, for Stubbs, Ian Cargill, for Davis, and Romona Farquharson, for Evans. (Tribune242.com)

The stamps will feature Prince George and his royal parents.

New royal baby stamps for Cayman THE Cayman Islands Postal Service is marking the birth of Prince George Alexander Louis of Cambridge with the release of four new stamps, featuring the baby and his royal parents. The stamps will go on sale at all post offices in the Cayman Islands on Thursday, Oct. 31.

Prince George was born in London on July 22 and christened last week.

The stamps consist of four values.

The 20-cent stamp features Prince George and the 25-cent depicts Duchess Kate Middleton holding the baby.

Prince William, Duke of

Cambridge, holds his son, who is third in line to the throne, in the 80cent stamp and the $2 stamp includes the entire family – the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and baby.

The set also includes a first day cover.

Cabinet Minister Kurt Tibbetts said he expected the new royal stamp collection to be popular among stamp collectors.

“For weeks the media speculated about the gender of the child and the expected time of birth. The Cayman Islands has now helped to commemorate the moment through this stamp issue,” Mr. Tibbetts said.

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American collared in St Croix on child exploitation charges THE United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency says a retired New York radio personality has been arrested for attempting to transport a seven-year-old girl to St Croix in the US Virgin Islands “to sexually abuse the girl.”

ICE said the investigation was conducted by its Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) in Newark, San Juan, Puerto Rico and the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office in New Jersey.

ICE reported that David Herman, 77, of Airmont, New York and St Croix, was arrested

by HSI special agents at the St Croix airport on Thursday, “where he expected to meet the child.”

He is scheduled to appear in the St Croix Federal court on

Friday for an initial appearance.

According to court documents, in November 2012, Herman initiated a series of chats on a website with an undercover officer from the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office.

Herman believed he was communicating with a 36-yearold single mother of a six-yearold daughter.

“Over the course of the following months, Herman had multiple telephone and online communications with the officer during which he indicated his desire to engage in sexual activity with the officer’s fictitious daughter,” court documents stated.

Herman also “attempted to arrange illegal sexual encounters with the child in New York state and Bergen County.”

UN: Don’t forget Hurricane Sandy’s impact on the Caribbean MUCH of the northeastern United States was devastated by Hurricane Sandy last year, but the United Nations is urging the public not to forget the storm’s destruction in the Caribbean.

The storm hit countries across the region, from the Bahamas and Cuba to Haiti and the Dominican Republic before making landfall in the United States.

While recovery efforts are ongoing, the UN says the “suffering of those in developing Caribbean nations may have been underplayed.”

“While the mainland US suffered greater losses in terms of total fatalities and the extent of damage, for the Caribbean nations, Cuba and Haiti in particular, the storm was comparatively more expensive – having a much more profound impact on local livelihoods and the GDP,” said Jo Scheuer, UNDP Coordinator of Disaster Risk Reduction and Recovery. “Because of socio-economic vulnerabilities, people in developing countries are often less prepared for a large event and unfortunately are not as quick to bounce back or recover.”

The UN has been working in both Cuba and Haiti to help mitigate the

The storm had a profound impact on the local livelihoods and the GDP in some of the Caribbean nations that it affected.

impact of future disasters. In Haiti, the world body has begun projects to use disaster-resilient construction for homes and sea walls, among other initiatives.

The UNDP has been supporting similar programmes in Cuba for some time, Scheuer said.

Today, fewer people die in Cuba during hurricane season “than in any neighbouring states,” he said.

(CaribJournal)

Bahamian and Jamaican charged with murder in Haitian boat tragedy Sunrise operates the service on a 19-seat Jetstream 32 EP aircraft.

Haiti’s Sunrise Airways to expand service to TCI

HAITI’S Sunrise Airways is planning to expand its service to Turks and Caicos with an additional nonstop flight, the company announced Tuesday.

Sunrise launched daily service from Cap-Haitien to Providenciales in August. It said the new flights would begin “in the coming weeks.” ““The market has responded very favorably to our service over our first few weeks of operation,” said Philippe Bayard, President of Sunrise Airways, in a statement.

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tourism, but other vertical industries, as well.”

The company said it was exploring ways to develop business ties between the two countries, including the hosting of a recent trade mission from Haiti to the TCI. “The growth potential in tourism that our flights create is readily apparent, but that’s not what Sunrise Airways is all about,” said COO Hamish Davidson. “Each community that welcomes us in not only gets an airline, they also get a business development partner; one that’s keen on digging beneath the surface to identify the types of sustainable economic opportunities that help us thrive together.”

Sunrise operates the service on a 19-seat Jetstream 32 EP aircraft.

(Catibjournal)

UNITED States law enforcement authorities have charged a Bahamian boat captain and his Jamaican crewman with causing the deaths of four Haitian women who drowned after their overcrowded smuggling boat capsized in waters off Miami 10 days ago.

On Friday, a grand jury charged Captain Naaman Davis, 53, and crewman George Lewis, 38, along with four others, in a 24-count federal indictment.

Davis and Lewis also face charges of conspiring to smuggle migrants into the United States and causing their deaths, as well as smuggling the migrants resulting in four deaths.

In addition, Davis, who faces involuntary manslaughter charges, is accused of killing the women “without malice” while “operating a vessel in a grossly negligent manner.”

If convicted, the men could face the death penalty or life in prison.

US federal prosecutors have also charged six survivors with attempted

alien smuggling and illegal re-entry into the United States.

Officials said three Jamaican survivors – Matthew Williams, 30, Everton Jones, also known as “Everton Bryce,” 40, and Kenard Hagigal, 35 – are convicted felons, who were previously deported from the United States.

Another passenger, Sean Gaynor, 37, also a Jamaica had been deported, as well as the two crewmen, Lewis and Davis.

The 15 Haitians were traveling in the vessel when it turned over on the morning of October 16 just southeast of the entrance to Port Miami.

The US Coast Guard found 11 survivors, including a 15-year-old girl, clinging to the boat’s hull.

Earlier this week, US immigration authorities released four Haitian survivors – Pierre Louisias, Widly Cajuste, Fallonne Alouidor and the 15-year-old – from custody. The status of a fifth survivor, Vincent Anderson, is not known. (CMC)

Region urged to tighten online security REGIONAL Governments have been told to heighten online security measures due to increasing attacks by cybercriminals.

According to the Chief Executive Officer for the Caribbean Cyber Security Centre, James Bynoe, attacks by cyber-criminals will be a major problem for the region due to the increasing skill of hackers and the growing resources available to use in committing cyber-crimes.

He said the region has made it on the radar of international criminal cyber networks, with two countries being attacked recently.

“We have seen attacks within the last two weeks in Barbados, in the Cayman Islands and this is something that we should expect to continue. This is not an issue that can be solved by one organization or one Government. We just have to get smart and pull together to ensure that Caribbean ICT resources are protected. There is no way to combat this and it’s a very, very pressing and clear and present danger to us.”

He said islands in the region are exposed because of their size and suggested that governments pool resources to facilitate a stronger defence against cyberattacks.

“We don’t have to reinvent the wheel, we can take a look at what’s happening internationally and modify it across the region.

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Putin voted as world’s most powerful person RUSSIAN President Vladimir Putin has been named the world’s most powerful person by Forbes magazine.

He has beaten US President Barack Obama into second place on the US magazine’s 2013 list.

Pope Francis features at number four after Chinese President Xi Jinping.

Mr Obama’s “lame duck period” had started earlier than usual while Mr Putin had consolidated his control of Russia, Forbes says.

German Chancellor Angela Merkel ranked number five - one of only two women to feature in the top 20.

British PM David Cameron is 11th most powerful, in the magazine’s opinion - well ahead of his French counterpart but well behind American philanthropist Bill Gates.

It is the first time in three years that Mr Obama has dropped to second place on the Forbes list.

It comes as relations between the US and Russia have been hit by the civil war in Syria.

Mr Putin, who has been dominating Russian politics for 12 years, was re-elected president in March 2012.

Mr Obama, on the other hand, has emerged bruised from a 16-day US government shutdown caused by a budget and debt crisis in Washington, Forbes says: “Putin has solidified his control over Russia, while Obama’s lame

Vladimir Putin ended Barack Obama’s three-year run as the most powerful person.

duck period has seemingly set in earlier than usual for a two-term president - latest example: the government shutdown mess.”

Russia granted asylum in August to former National Security Agency (NSA) contractor Edward Snowden, who is wanted in the US over intelligence leaks.

A month later, Mr Putin “played the trump card again” by averting Mr Obama’s threatened missile strikes on Syria with a plan for Damascus to hand over chemical weapons, the magazine says.

“Anyone watching this year’s chess match over Syria and NSA leaks has a clear idea of the shifting individual power dynamics,” it adds.

(BBC)

Top 10 most powerful people Forbes 2013 1) Vladimir Putin, Russian President 2) Barack Obama, US President 3) Xi Jinping, Chinese President 4) Pope Francis, Roman Catholic Church 5) Angela Merkel, German Chancellor 6) Bill Gates, co-chair, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation 7) Ben Bernanke, Federal Reserve chairman 8) Abdullah bin Abdul Aziz Al Saud 9) Mario Draghi, European Central Bank president 10) Michael Duke, Wal-Mart CEO

New York to raise cigarette sale age NEW York City Council has voted to raise the minimum age for buying cigarettes from 18 to 21.

New York will now become by far the most populous place in the US to impose such a high age limit, the Associated Press reports.

The new age limit includes electronic vapour cigarettes.

Across the US there is a minimum age for smoking of 18. Some states have raised the limit to 19 and at least two other towns have raised it to 21.

The bill’s sponsor, City Councilman James Gennaro, said it would “literally save many, many lives”.

Mr Gennaro, whose mother and father died from tobacco-related illnesses, said: “I’ve lived with it, I’ve seen it... but I feel good today.”

Critics of the measure have argued that young people may turn to the black market for cigarettes.

New York mayor Michael Bloomberg, who supported the bill,

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Malaria kills hundreds in Cameroon NEARLY 800 people have died in a recent malaria outbreak in northern Cameroon, one described by public health officials as “a severe and sudden epidemic.”

Doctors treating more than 12,000 victims of the disease say those who died in the past three weeks were mostly young children and pregnant women.

Heavy rains have flooded the region around Maroua, giving mosquitoes ideal breeding conditions.

“This is a severe and sudden epidemic. I see no end in sight,” Dr. Amos Ekane, a malaria specialist treating more than 2,000 victims in Maroua, told CNN. Wednesday, a panel of Cameroonian journalists on state radio criticised the government for not spreading the news about the outbreak and not requesting international aid.

According to the Public Health Ministry, more than 12,000 people are seriously ill and have been admitted to hospitals. But there are fewer than 10 treatment centers are available to help those who’ve contracted the mosquito-borne illness, and thousands of children and women are forced to sleep in the open or in overcrowded rooms without mosquito nets.

“Three of my children have died here. Here is my wife lying helplessly with drips tied to this tree,” Abubakar Ardo Miro told CNN, pointing out the conditions at the overcrowded Maroua regional hospital.

“Only a few qualified physicians are available in the regional government hospital to handle malaria cases. This cannot yield a favorable result,” Ekane warned.

The Cameroon Medical Council -a body governing the medical core in the West African nation -- estimates a ratio of one doctor to every 40,000 patients. Less than 1,000 physicians currently work in the country, the council says, and toil under poor conditions and low wages.

“This is really a mess to the Cameroon government,” Tataw Eric Tano, a newspaper publisher in

Cameroo, told CNN by phone.

The government footed the bill to transport thousands of voters to parliamentary and municipal elections earlier this month, he said, but is not transporting dying patients to other areas with less-crowded hospitals.

Observers have criticised President Paul Biya of ignoring the mounting malaria death toll as he focuses on lavish preparations to celebrate his 31 years in the presidency November 6.

“Even the propaganda state radio CRTV is talking against this,” said political analyst Prince Tanda.

Health experts blame the upsurge of malaria cases on the poor use of malaria nets that were distributed free of charge among nearly 9 million Cameroonians in 2010.

But a dwindling economy and the scarcity of food has forced some families to use the nets for other purposes.

“There is no reason for me to sleep under this net while my children need food to eat,” Elias Mbengono, a local fisherman, told CNN as he demonstrated how he could use the nets to catch fish for his family.

Climate change researcher Kevin Enongene said recent heavy rains and flooding in Northern Cameroon have transformed villages into mosquito breeding grounds. Lake Chad continues to spill water over its banks and no levee has been created to stop the flood, Enongene said.

“This should be taken seriously,” he added.

Public health experts are now targeting the heads of families in a daily campaign to stave off the malaria epidemic in Maroua.

“Sleep under the mosquito bed net. Do not use them as fishing nets,” one campaign banner read.

But state public health officials are raising fears that the death toll could reach the thousands in the next few weeks if international support is not received soon.

More than 660,000 people around the world died from malaria in 2010, according to the World Health Organisation. (CNN)

Bodies of migrants found in Niger New York will now become by far the most populous place in the US to impose such a high age limit.

has 30 days to sign it into law. The measure would then come into effect after 180 days.

“We know that tobacco dependence can begin very soon after a young person first tries smoking so it’s critical that we stop

young people from smoking before they ever start,” Mr Bloomberg said in a statement.

A plan by Mr Bloomberg to make shops keep cigarettes out of public view was shelved earlier this year.

(BBC)

RESCUE workers in Niger say they have found the bodies of 87 people who died of thirst after their vehicles broke down as they tried to cross the Sahara.

Rescue worker Almoustapha Alhacen said the corpses were in a severe state of decomposition and had been partly eaten, probably by jackals.

Those found are thought to be migrant workers and their families.

Most were women and children.

Niger is on a popular migrant route between sub-Saharan Africa and Europe.

But among those who make it across the desert, many end up working in North African countries. (BBC)

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US criticises Germany and China policies Global wine production peaked in 2004, and is continuing to fall, the report says.

World faces global wine shortage - report

THE world is facing a wine shortage, with global consumer demand already significantly outstripping supply, a report has warned.

The research by America’s Morgan Stanley financial services firm says demand for wine “exceeded supply by 300m cases in 2012”.

It describes this as “the deepest shortfall in over 40 years of records”.

Last year, production also dropped to its lowest levels in more than four decades.

Global production has been steadily declining since its peak in 2004, when supply outweighed demand by about 600m cases.

The report by Morgan Stanley’s analysts Tom Kierath and Crystal Wang says global wine consumption has been rising since 1996 (except a drop in 2008-09), and presently

stands at about 3bn cases per year.

At the same time, there are currently more than one million wine producers worldwide, making some 2.8bn cases each year.

The authors predict that - in the short term - “inventories will likely be reduced as current consumption continues to be predominantly supplied by previous vintages” And as consumption then inevitably turns to the 2012 vintage, the authors say they “expect the current production shortfall to culminate in a significant increase in export demand, and higher prices for exports globally”.

They say this could be partly explained by “plummeting production” in Europe due to “ongoing vine pull and poor weather”.

“Stressed” man calls 911 minutes before killing girlfriend and four others A SOUTH Carolina man in the middle of a lengthy legal battle over a domestic dispute called 911 Tuesday night, minutes before he allegedly gunned down his girlfriend, her parents, and two of the parents’ grandchildren, authorities said Wednesday.

Bryan Sweatt, the 27-year-old Greenwood resident identified by authorities as the shooter, had placed a call at 5:51 p.m. Tuesday night from the home of his girlfriend’s parents. He also had an extensive criminal record of burglary, forgery, and assault, authorities said.

In 911 audio obtained by The News, a man can be heard telling the emergency dispatcher that he was “stressed out” and called for police to be sent out to his home on Callison Highway. “I’m about to take my life,” he told the operator.

A woman – likely his girlfriend, Chandra Fields, 26 – can be heard crying in the background. Greenwood investigators believe the dispute was over Sweatt’s belief that Fields didn’t allow him to see their infant child as much as he would like.

“Do you have a weapon with

Bryan Sweatt, 27, killed his girlfriend and her family before he committed suicide, authorities say.

you?” the dispatcher asks. “Yes,” the man said, confirming he had a .44-caliber weapon. “Get in there!” he then yelled.

“Don’t point at me,” a woman can be heard saying in the background, weeping. Then the call disconnects.

Authorities believe that Sweatt broke into the Fields’ house and waited for his victims.

Authorities named the dead as Richard Fields, 51, his wife, Melissa Fields, 49, Chandra Fields, and two of her parents’ grandchildren, 11-yearold Tariq Robinson and 9-year-old William Robinson.

THE US has criticised Germany’s economic policies, saying that its export-led growth model is hurting the eurozone and the wider global economy.

In its biannual report, the US Treasury said that domestic demand growth in Germany had been “anaemic”.

It also reiterated its view that the Chinese yuan, continues to remain “significantly undervalued”.

The report has criticised Chinese policy before, but criticism of German economic policy is rarer.

“Germany’s anaemic pace of domestic demand growth and dependence on exports have hampered rebalancing at a time when many other euro area countries have been under severe pressure to curb demand and compress imports in order to promote adjustment,” the Treasury said.

“The net result has been a deflationary bias for the euro area as well as for the world economy.”

Germany is eurozone’s largest economy has been one of its key drivers of growth in recent years.

Its importance to the 17-nation bloc has only increased since the development of the region’s debt crisis, which has impacted other

The US Treasury has blamed Germany’s export-led growth model for dragging down Eurozone.

bigger economies such as Italy and Spain.

It has been one of Europe’s stronger economic performers and its exports prowess is seen as one of its key strengths.

The country narrowly avoided recession earlier this year, but GDP in the second quarter of 2013 was driven up by demand from both consumers and businesses.

Analysts said that while Germany could benefit from boosting domestic demand, the criticism levied on its policies was unfair.

“I think this is a bit strange,” Tony Nash, vice president at IHS, told the BBC. “The eurozone has to get growth from somewhere and Germany is the most likely place for that to happen.”

“And it is better for eurozone to have a highly concentrated, efficient and skilled export powerhouse in Germany than not have any major engine of growth,” he added.

In recent years, the US and many other economies have alleged that China tries to keep the value of its currency artificially low.

U.S. expats cry foul over tax system IF YOU think filing your taxes is a pain, try talking to one of the six million Americans living abroad.

Unlike citizens of most other countries, Americans are legally obligated to file U.S. taxes each year, even if they are living and earning income overseas.

Problem is most expats are also required to pay taxes in their country of residence. This means two huge piles of paperwork, two sets of deadlines and one giant struggle to keep pace with a complex mess of ever-changing regulations.

“As soon as I moved overseas, that’s when things got very complicated,” said James Rosenberg, an IT professional who owns a business in South Korea.

While living in the U.S., the Iowa native was able to prepare his returns using TurboTax. That’s no longer the case -- Rosenberg’s taxes are now so complicated he has been forced to hire an accountant.

Rosenberg isn’t alone. American expats told CNNMoney they are overwhelmed by filing requirements, and many are struggling to find accurate and up-to-date information.

Some said they were given conflicting instructions by the IRS, or received bad advice from independent tax advisers.

Some expats said they are so

Bob Simison, a U.S. expat in Australia (with his wife, Sarah) says it takes him 40 hours to prepare his taxes each year.

exasperated by the current system that they are considering a move back to the U.S. -- or in other cases, starting the process to renounce their American citizenship.

Divesh Agarwal, an American living in India, said he has not been able to find a local accountant who knows enough about American tax law to handle his return. Agarwal said he spends hours scouring the Internet for tax tips because he doesn’t want to spend thousands of dollars on an accountant.

“I don’t see any improvement, I only see it getting worse,” Agarwal said.

Americans are generally exempt from paying tax on their first $95,000 in foreign income, but they are still required to file a return. And there are a number of things aside from salary that the IRS considers income, such as housing allowances or school stipends -- benefits that companies often use to entice Americans to move abroad.

Air Force veteran Gordon Peters found this out the hard way. None of the tax advisers he consulted before taking a gig in Beijing earlier this year mentioned that he would be taxed on benefits.

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Job Listings Services Auto sales real estate

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Brama Kumaris

FOR RENT

3-bedroom apartment $1100.00 per month it will be available May 1st.

contact: 946-4664

Raja Yoga

November 2 - 8, 2013

946-4664 Fax: 946-4661

Email: tcnews@tciway.tc

Website: tcweeklynews.com

GRACEBAY SUITES

Providenciales Turks and Caicos Islands BWI

Is looking for

Meditation Centre Turks and Caicos Islands

Telephone 946-4760 & 332-4101

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

FOR SALE

Cleaners/ Maids For upcoming season.

Bring resume.

Belongers only.

9068

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

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Richmond Hill Preparatory School Is seeking the services of a

Kindergarten teacher Applicant should have a degree or Certificate in Early Childhood Education and at least five years’ Teaching experience.

Applicants should apply at the school by calling 946-4956 9351

POSITIONS AVAILABLE

SANDRA E. GARLAND Is looking for a

handyman/ gardener Who will also perform other domestic chores salary $6.00 per hour.

3 Domestic Workers 3 Laborers 1 Painter 2 Dive Masters 3 Gardeners 1 Cashier

Contact: 431-4022

Contact: 343-0572

9343

Qualified PADI/NAUI SCUBA Instructors Needed Successful candidate will be a PADI MSDT with current membership and insurance, resort operations experience including advanced level instruction, dive accident management, compressor maintenance, equipment and engine maintenance and repair, applicant must be willing to train. STCW95 required and captain’s license preferred.

This is a tourism related job and will include all aspects of the company’s daily routine including but not limited to, teaching all levels of instruction, guiding dives, boat and vehicle operations and working the front office. The work schedule will include weekends, public holidays and occasional night dives.

Contact David Volkert at 946-4232 or info@provoturtledivers.com Positions available starting November 30, 2013. Please submit applications before November 15, 2013 Expanding Community/Retail Pharmacy located on the Island of Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands, is seeking 4 fulltime

pharmacists

Key Responsibilities will include: 1. Dispensing prescription medication, checking dosage, giving advice and instruction on the usage of over-thecounter medicines and medical appliances.

2. Patient counseling on health matters especially relating to managing hypertensive and diabetic patients.

3. Liaising with doctors about prescriptions and new medication 4. Managing, supervising and training pharmacy support staff.

Skills required: 1. A minimum of three years experience within the Retail Pharmacy business will be an asset.

2. Certification from a reputable institution as well as proof of current pharmacist registration.

3. Good communication skills, and keen attention to details 4. Proficient in the English Language however a second language (Spanish or French Creole) will be an asset.

5. Knowledge of the Kroll pharmacy computer program or similar 6. Must be willing to work flexible hours, including holidays and weekends in rotation.

Position is open to all suitably qualified applicants.

Applicants can apply for further details via e-mail addressed to the Managing Director, Box 276, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands or email jobs@gracebaypharmacy.com.

9350

Starting Salary $380 - $500 per week based on experience and qualifications.

SAPODILLA HOLDINGS LTD. Is currently looking to employ a

Housekeeping Supervisor Salary commensurate with experience.

9336

November 2 - 8, 2013

Contact: 242-2054 between the hours of 9am-7pm

9337

Amazing Value!

Lot for Sale

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

$49,999 o.b.o.

Call 231-3788

PRICE SLASHED $175,000

ACCELLENT HAIR CARE & SPA PROVIDENCIALES Requires an experienced

Cosmetologist Remuneration by commission only. Applications, with resume and certification.

BURAZI LTD.

CAPTAIN

Is looking to hire a Full- Time

Pastry Chef

• Liveaboard scuba vessel seeks a Captain with a current 500 ton (ITC) master’s license with STCW-95 who is also a certified Divemaster or above • Must have substantial experience on vessels greater than 100 ft.

• Strong customer service background, maintenance skills and fluency in English is required • Previous liveaboard experience preferred

• Must have experience in making gelato cakes, sorbets, frozen yogurt, alcoholic infused gelato, crepes, cones and pastries • In addition you will also be required to create, decorate, design and distribute frozen dessert creations so a vehicle is NECESSARY • Must be able to work Sundays • Past experience is mandatory since we don’t have time to teach the required skills Salary $6.50 per hour Please drop off your resumes and CV’s to:

9344

To be emailed to: dtaylor@swannlaw.tc

November 2 - 8, 2013

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Jammin’ Gelato #7 La Vista Azul Contact: 431-0088

Please send your resumes via email to: diana@explorerventures.com

9349

9359

CASA BLANCA CASINO

EXPRESS TIRE

Is looking to fill the following positions:

JOB VACANCY District Manager

1 DEALER SUPERVISOR

• Minimum of 5-7 years experience Salary $13.50 per hour

1 MAINTENANCE WORKER

The District Manager is responsible for the overall (branch & lending) delivery of Retail, Domestic Wealth & Small Business performance in a cluster of branches and supports the Director in the delivery of financial performance goals at operating company / country level across all aspects of the business (Financial, Risk, People and Customer Experience).

Provides leadership to Branch Managers and is responsibility for the management of sales and service activity including deposit gathering and product profitability in the “District” they lead.

1 LABORER

Salary $7.00 per hour

Contact: Ms. Ingraham 244-4665 between the hours of 9am-5pm 9355

Tireman/ Mechanic

To work 6 days per week salary starting $10$15.00 per hour.

contact: 432-4440

GENERAL PRACTIONER/ EMERGENCY ROOM DOCTOR REQUIRED

Major Activities:

Manages the execution of the Retail, Wealth & Small Business strategy to drive the long term successful business performance within the cluster. Provides clear direction on the business objectives translating and prioritising into business performance measures at cluster level while ensuring the smooth transition of the Retail, Domestic Wealth & Small Business teams into one cohesive unit.

Experience:

Team Management with a proven track record of achieving targets, goals and objectives.

7-10 years experience in the Retail Banking.

Experience in supervising people in a sales and service environment.

Retail Banking Risk Management & Control 3-5 years Sales Management experience

• General practice with some emergency room work • Full time 8 hour working day with varying shifts between 8am-8pm to meet the needs of the business • On call duty at least 2 nights per week plus 1 in 2 weekends • Must have at least 8 years post qualification experience and be registered with the Health Practioners Board • Remuneration structure available on request

Knowledge:

• In-depth knowledge of the Retail, Wealth & Small Business strategy and the Bank’s operating structure and interface • In-depth knowledge of the Retail, Wealth & Small Business product set and business processes and operational procedures and people polices • Knowledge of operational risk management policies, compliance and fraud prevention controls.

Please email resume to amp@tciway.tc 9354

FLORIST

BENEFITS:

Salary Range - $70,043 – $90,657 Benefits includes Life Insurance, Health Insurance, preferred rates on banking services and competitive salary commensurate with qualifications.

Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years experience as a florist with relevant certification • Knowledge of different flowers, foliage and potted plants (names, seasonal availability lifespan) • Up-to-date on current fashions and styles in the floral design while at the same time understanding the traditional use of certain flowers for weddings, funerals etc.

• Willing to work outdoors and irregular hours • 2 years customer facing experience in retail using POS Systems • English speaking • Engaging and outgoing personality who enjoys working with the public • Starting salary $2,000 per month

Send completed applications to: Larry Lawrence Country Manager Grace Bay, Providenciales Turks & Caicos Islands Telephone: 649-941-1601 Fax: 649-941-3430 Email: larry.lawrence@firstcaribbeanbank.com Closing date is November 8th 2013 (Only Turks & Caicos Islanders/Belongers need apply)

• Minimum of 3-5 years experience in the Casino Industry • Must be able to deal at least 2 or more table games • Must be able to work flexible hours Salary $12.00 per hour

• To perform general maintenance and repairs of facilities and equipments • Knowledge of plumbing, electrical wiring and carpentry Salary $12.00 per hour

Purpose of Job:

• • • • •

is looking for a

2 DEALERS

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9356

Please bring all applications to Flowers by Environmental Arts located at U102 Venture House, Grace Bay Road, Providenciales or email to: Natalie@ environmentalarts.tc successful applicants will be notified by phone for interview.

9360

November 2 - 8, 2013

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DISCOUNT LIQUORS AND WINE CELLAR IS LOOKING FOR A

SUNRISE RENTAL Is currently looking to employ a

Labourer

SALES AND MARKETING REPRESENTATIVE Description of position: • Promote all the products carried at our wholesale and retail operation • Help customers make selections by building customer confident and offering suggestions and opinions • Maintain a complete sales history and purchase pattern of our wholesale customers • Establish customer sales objectives by forecasting and developing annual sales quotas • Coordinate and assist in devising and implementing various sales and marketing strategies for The Wine Cellar retail and wholesale divisions, along with similar programs for all other affiliated business within the group • Provide regular SWOT analysis reports to management on the progress or detriments of each account, in order to determine appropriate strategies for account success • Assist Operation Manage in setting up proper inventory purchasing cycles in an effort to maximize the use of the business cash flow • Maintain customer sales volumes, product mix, and selling price by keeping current with supply and demand changing trends, economic indicators and competitors • A minimum of 5 years in Sales & Marketing in the Beverage Industry • Assist the Operations Manager and co-workers in all other areas deemed necessary Salary commensurate with experience

Applications must be submitted to: Discount Liquors & Wine Cellar Email: discount@tciway.tc or fax: 649-946-4871 NO telephone calls please

Weekly News the national newspaper of the turks and caicos islands

ON THE WEB tcweeklynews.com

POSITIONS AVAILABLE

The Turks and Caicos Islands’ oldest and WRITERS / leading publishing house is in need of additional staff to fill the following posts:

PHOTO JOURNALISTS

Candidates must have at least five (5) years experience working full-time for daily newspapers and/or news/features magazines, reporting on hard news, features and parliamentary/court proceedings. Salary paid weekly will commensurate with experience.

REPORTER TRAINEE Preferably a High School graduate or someone with an extremely good command of the English language for court and community reporting.

Ability to drive and use a camera a desirable asset.

Salary paid weekly will commensurate with experience.

Position available March 1, 2010

Forward applications to: The Publisher Duncanson Publications Ltd. P.O. Box 52, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands Email: tcnews@tciway.tc NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE Preference will be given to Belongers and Legal Residents Closing date for applications is November 31, 2013

9253

Who will be responsible for the daily maintenance of the building and its surroundings, must be able to drive a range of vehicles including buses • Must be courteous at all times with a pleasant attitude towards our customers • All applicant must possess a valid driver’s license • Willing to work with little or no supervision • Must be willing to work weekends and holidays • Must be able to drive a manual vehicle

Please email all applications to: syrmondg@bayviewmotors.com

SENIOR LITIGATION ATTORNEY REQUIRED With background and experience in dispute resolution and all aspects of commercial, civil and criminal litigation.

The successful applicant must meet the requirement to be admitted to practice as an attorney in the Turks and Caicos Islands, have in excess of ten (10) years post qualification experience and be able to handle routine to complex legal matters.

Identifies and analyzes legal issues, drafts court documents, and negotiates and resolve disputes with limited guidance from senior legal staff.

Advocates and effectively presents legal points to influence clients and to represent clients as

legal counsel. Builds, enhances, and maintains client relationships, educates self and partners on legal developments affecting the practice and provides innovative strategies to address those developments. Performs other related duties assigned or required.

The starting salary is US $60,000- US $75,000 per year depending on experience, plus profit sharing to be negotiate with the successful applicant.

Send all resumes by email to: Administrator, Misick Gardiner, Suite A1, Windsor Place, Leeward Highway, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands or email: chalmisick@gmail.com 9378

PRICE SLASHED FOR QUICK SALE

$180,000 CASH! House and ½ Acre land Richmond Hill 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Fully furnished

Call: 231-3788

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PHILIP VIXAMAR

MW LTD.

Is looking for a

Is looking for an

ASSISTANT GALLERY MANAGER QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE • Post secondary degree in arts or related discipline • Minimum 10 years experience in silks screen printing • Commercial painting and design • In-depth knowledge of materials from screen printing • Impeccable customer service skills • Liasing with suppliers and customers • Office and computer Skills (MS Office and Photoshop) • Customer Service • Art Painting • Art Instruction • Bookkeeping • Must be available to work long hours, weekends and holidays especially during the season

Labourer Labourer To work 5 days per week salary $5.00 per hour. contact: 341-1373

9366

To work 5 days per week salary $5.00 per hour.

contact: 347-9958 or 343-9101

Warehouse Merchandiser/ Attendant Needed

DUTIES INCLUDE: • Manual Silk Screen

Remuneration: $12.00 per hour plus commission

Position available immediately Contact: Albert 649-242-4548 for more information

JOHN ALEXANDER ROBINSON Is looking for a

9369

FIRST GLOBAL INSURANCE BROKERS LIMITED First Global Insurance Brokers Limited is seeking a suitably qualified individual to fill the office of

Must have experience 1. working in a Warehouse setting 2. Merchandising 3. Valid Driver’s license for 3 years The successful candidate MUST be physically fit, able to lift heavy boxes and off load containers.

Send resumes via email to gbdistributors@ gracebaypharmacy.com,

Or box 276, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands no later than October 31st 2013 9340

JOHN BRUBAKER Is looking for a

housekeeper To work 5 days per week salary $5.00 per hour. contact: 242-2228

9348

WILLIAMS CONSTRUCTION Is looking for a

labourer To work 5 days

per week salary $6.00 per hour contact: 347-6642

9358

The ideal candidate would possess in-depth experience in the administration of and accounting for a growing Insurance Practice and meet the following minimum qualifications:

Telephone: (649) 946-4823. Facsimile: (649) 946-4822 EMAIL: info@fgibtci.com

• Be a Visionary Leader with at least 10 years experience at senior management level in an Insurance Company in the Caribbean.

• Possess a thorough understanding of all areas of the Insurance industry and Insurance Accounting with an ability to motivate employees in achieving established goals and objectives.

• Have Strong Proficiency in Financial Management with proven ability to attract, develop and retain an effective management team.

• Be able to work well in stressful, high pressure situations.

• Have above average Proficiency in Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook and Electronic Accounting Systems.

Moving Office Notice Please note that effective November 1, 2013 we are relocating to Unit 13 Caribbean Place Complex, 1254 Leeward Highway.

The successful candidate will have Full responsibilities for: • The Administration, Production and Operational success of the Business.

• Directing the Development of Marketing plans; • Forecasts and financial controls; • Meeting agreed targets for revenue and profit for all areas of the business.

Salary is Commensurate with Qualification and Experience

It is just across from our former location.

Applications must be submitted to:

First Global Insurance Brokers Limited P.O. Box 117 Providenciales Turks & Caicos Islands Via e-mail: info@fgibtci.com Via Fax: 649-946-4822

Our contact information will remain unchanged.

All applications are to be received by 25th November 2013

9339

9338

November 2 - 8, 2013

CLASSIFIEDS 37 NATASHA’S TDMG Concordia CONSULTANCY We are seeking suitable

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MEDINCO LTD.

FRANCKEL SEJOUR

Is looking for a

Is looking for a

painter gardener To work 5 days contact: 341-9595

Contact: 246-1990 or fax resume to: 941-50499347

9357

per week salary $6.00 per hour

To work 5 days per week to maintain a residential property salary $5.00 per hour.

Is looking for a

Acting on behalf of our clients: Joseph Skippings

DOMESTIC WORKER

Labourer

– $5.00 per hour Must be willing to work 5 days per week

Contact: 242-9087

To work 5 days per week and on weekends if necessary. Salary $250.00 per week.

Kitchen Helper

Please call 243-0887

Contact: 232-1068

Monte Restaurant – $5.00 per hour Must be willing to work 5 days per week.

9346

JR CONSTRUCTION

FLOWER GIRL

SALE!!!

FLOWER GIRL TEDDYS, ROSES, BASKETS

Is looking for a Part-time

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

Sale on wedding favors, nick naks, pillows, knives etc.

25%–35% OFF

Contact: 231-3788

CONTACT: 649-946-4894

JSMS LTD. / PRICE CLUB

MERCHANDISER • Candidate must have at least 10-12 years experience in retail grocery store merchandising • Must have through knowledge of the following: • Advanced knowledge and skills in grocery merchandising and retail sales • Responsible for visual presentation in a defined scope • Creates timely merchandise displays throughout store • Creates and enjoyable, easy shopping experience for the customer to maximize revenue and customer satisfaction • Able to work with others and be a team player • Extensive knowledge of the Grocery Industry • Candidate must be multilingual • Work schedule will include weekends, holidays as required to meet the demands of the position Salary commensurate with experience

applicants to fill the following openings:

V.P Project Designer Painter Must have at least 5years experience Belongers only need apply. Must be willing to work extended hours.

Salary is negotiable.

Fax: (649) 941 8388 Application Deadline November 21st,2013.

9357

M & L RETAIL STORE SOUTH CAICOS is looking for a

store clerk To work 6 days per week salary $5.00 per hour.

contact: 242-7796 Belongers need only apply 9384

DUNCANSON & CO. Barristers & Attorneys

PUBLIC NOTICE DUNCANSON & CO. Barristers & Attorneys are pleased to announce the re-opening of our Leeward Highway Office for ongoing legal services to the public. We are located in our own building across the street from the Supreme Court complex, next door to the offices of TC Weekly News and between that and the St. Monica's Anglican Church.

We specialize in: • Civil Litigation (Particular competencies: Judicial Review and other claims against TCI Government/Departments, Mareva and other Injunctions, Land, Trust & Bank disputes) • Property Matters, Planning Department & Development Issues • Business Law • Immigration • Labour Disputes

ONLY BELONGER NEED TO APPLY

Interested persons should send application via fax: 649-946-4677 or email to: priceclub@ alliedcaribbean.com Deadline for application is October 31st, 2013 9315

Telephone: (649) 941-4444 Telefax: (649) 941-4235 Cellphone: (649) 245-1314 email: berynd@yahoo.com DUNCANSON & CO. Barristers & Attorneys

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

Is looking for a

Claymore Group Ltd.

Labourers Applicant must be prepared for heavy work, breaking cement bags, loading trucks and stevedoring of cement and gravel, will be required to assist mechanics as needed, Applicant must prepare to work long hours, evenings and weekends as required.

Please apply with references, clean police and driving record to CBMS Ltd. Or call 941-3400.

domestic worker To work 5 days per week salary $5.00 per hour.

Contact: 242-3365 9397

DA CONCH SHACK

1 Kitchen Helpers • Minimum 5 years experience • Working in a kitchen as a Line cook in a VERY high volume Restaurant.

• Must have knowledge of taking inventory daily.

• Pay rate is $5/hr

Please submit Resumes at the restaurant on Bay Rd. Blue Hills, Providenciales TCI. Phone: (649)-946-8877 9364

DAVIS CONSTRUCTION Is looking for a

painter To work 5 days per week salary $10.00 per hour.

contact: 231-1550

Seeks a

Domestic Worker Interested persons should contact

9375

BARRINGTON WILLIAMS

November 2 - 8, 2013

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

IVIL SKIPPINGS Is looking for a

domestic

worker To work 5 days

per week salary $5.00 per hour. contact: 341-8919 LYNEAL GARDINER Is looking for a

649-339-6100

9373

CLUB SODAX

Gold Finger

Is looking for a

Seeks

cook

1 Interested Jeweler

To work 5 days per week. Salary $6.00 per hour. contact: 941-4540

9367

persons should.

contact 649-242-2604

9368

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EXPERIENCED SENIOR LITIGATION PARALEGAL WANTED Experienced Senior Litigation Paralegal required to act as Paralegal/Professional Support Executive to a commercial litigation team. At least 5 years prior experience working in a commercial litigation environment is required. Candidates must also have a Law Degree or Graduate Diploma in Law as well as having passed the Legal Professional Course or equivalent. A Master’s Degree in law will be a distinct advantage. Must demonstrate experience and knowledge of having dealt independently with all matters relating to contentious practice, litigation, employment law dispute resolution and alternative dispute resolution. Must have excellent communication skills, both written and oral. Must have vehicle and clean driving record. The applicant must be able to work overtime when required due to case urgency. References will be required.

Remuneration based on experience – commencing $40k per annum. Belongers only need apply.

Apply to the Managing Partner P O Box 965, Graceway House Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands Fax (649) 339-4130

9383

PUBLIC NOTICE Re:Community Council Elections

labourer

To work 5 days per week salary $5.00 per hour. contact: 343-3398

Job Opportunity Senior Litigation Solicitor A senior litigation solicitor is required for a busy firm based in Providenciales. The successful candidate will be a qualified solicitor with at least ten years pqe in appropriate litigation disciplines - commercial, corporate, construction, insolvency, negligence, property, marine and related matters. Excellent communication skills and ability to manage files and work independently is essential, together with the requisite experience in preparation of cases to instruct counsel and direct client relationships. Experience in mediation/A.D.R. will be considered an advantage as will experience as MLRO / MLCO. Please send application in writing to email: rik@gtclaw.com 9382

All members of the Leeward Palms Long Bay Hills Constituency who are interested in serving their community are hereby invited to submit their names to serve on the Community Council. Submissions can be made during the nomination process, which will take place at 6 p.m. on Monday, November 4, 2013 at the Opus Business Centre in Leeward, Providenciales.

The positions to be filled are Chairman, Vice Chairman and Treasurer.

Additionally, persons interested in becoming Trustees can make their interests known during the nomination process as well.

Elections will take place on Saturday, November 9, 2013 at the Opus Business Centre at 6 p.m. All registered persons in the Leeward Palms Long Bay Hills Constituency are eligible to vote. Also, persons who live in the area and would like to participate in the voting process are eligible to do so upon presenting a copy of their utility bill or other document evidencing proof of residency. This also applies to nonregistered voters in the last general elections. These persons are also entitled to enter their names for nomination in the Community Council elections if they wish.

I am looking forward to working with all of you on the exciting activities and projects to enhance our community.

Leeward Long Bay Hills Leeward Palms 60900/125 Providenciales Turks & Caicos Islands 9380

November 2 - 8, 2013

M & L RETAIL STORE SOUTH CAICOS Is looking for a

T HOLDINGS LTD. Is looking for a

store clerk Carpenter To work 6 days To work 6 days per week salary $5.00 per hour.

contact: 242-7796 Belongers need only apply 9384

per week salary $8.00 per hour. contact: 232-4336

9370

MARTINEZ AUTO REPAIR Is currently looking to hire 2

Certified Mechanics • Must have your own tools, valid drivers license • Must have 5-8 years experience Salary commensurate with experience.

Contact: 241-3297

9370

THE MASTER’S ACADEMY Is looking for a

cleaner To work 5 days per week salary $5.00 per hour.

contact: 9413823 or 241-2975 9371

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URIAL MUSGROVE Is looking for a

store clerk To work 6 days per week salary $5.00 per hour.

contact: 241-4049

9372

CLEANER REQUIRED • Five days per week • Minimum wage • Must have transportation • Must speak English Please send resumes by email to tlwake@zoho.com by Nov 15th.

Job to commence December 2013

DIRECTOR OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Applications are invited from interested and suitably qualified individuals for the position of Director, Information Technology, FortisTCI, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands.

Description

This individual is responsible for directing all aspects of the organization’s information technology and systems, under the direction of the Vice President of Business Systems and CIO. The Information Technology (IT) Director will provide leadership in the development and implementation of information technology initiatives and direct the planning and implementation of systems in support of business operations in order to improve cost effectiveness, service quality, and business development.

Main Duties

• Participate in strategic and operational governance processes of the organization as a member of the senior management team.

• Lead IT strategic and operational planning to achieve business goals by fostering innovation, prioritizing IT initiatives, and coordinating the evaluation, deployment, and management of current and future IT systems across the organization.

• Develop and maintain an appropriate IT organizational structure that supports the needs of the business.

• Establish IT departmental goals, objectives, and operating procedures aligned with the organizational strategic goals.

• Act as an advocate for the organization’s IT vision via regular written and in-person communications with the executives, department heads, and end users.

• Identify opportunities for the appropriate and costeffective investment of financial resources in IT systems and resources, including staffing, sourcing, purchasing, and in-house development.

• Develop, track, and control the information technology annual operating and capital budgets.

• Develop business case justifications and cost/benefit analyses for IT spending and initiatives.

• Coordinate and facilitate consultation with management and staff to define business and systems requirements for new technology implementations.

• Ensure continuous delivery of IT services through oversight of staff usage and monitoring of IT systems performance.

• Define and communicate company’s plans, policies, and standards for the organization for acquiring, implementing, and operating IT systems.

• Direct development and execution of a company-wide disaster recovery and business continuity plan.

• Prioritize, and control projects and the project portfolio as they relate to the selection, acquisition, development, and installation of major information systems.

• Review hardware and software acquisition and maintenance contracts.

• Assess and make recommendations on the improvement or re-engineering of the IT program.

• Keep current with trends and issues in the IT industry, including current technologies and prices. Advise, counsel, and educate management on their competitive or financial impact.

• Promote and oversee strategic relationships between internal IT resources and external entities, including government, vendors, and partner organizations.

• Supervise recruitment, development, retention, and organization of all IT staff in accordance with corporate budgetary objectives and personnel policies.

• Be available for local and out of the area travel as required for job related training. Shall attend all required meetings

and functions as requested.

• Ensure IT system operation adheres to applicable laws and regulations.

• Other job related duties as assigned.

Academic/Technical/Management: Experience and Qualifications: • A degree in Computer Science or in related engineering or technical field. An MBA or Master’s degree in one of these fields is a desired plus.

• Seven (7) to ten (10) years’ experience managing and/or directing an IT operation.

• Seven (7) to ten (10) working in the information technology industry.

• Considerable knowledge of business theory, business processes, management, budgeting, project management, strategic planning and business office operations.

• Substantial exposure to data processing, hardware platforms, enterprise software applications, and outsourced systems.

• Good understanding of computer systems characteristics, features, and integration capabilities.

• Experience with systems design and development from business requirements analysis through to day-to-day management.

• Proven experience in IT planning, organization, and development.

• Excellent understanding of project management principles.

• Demonstrated ability to apply IT in solving business problems.

• In-depth knowledge of applicable laws and regulations as they relate to IT. • Experience in strategic planning and execution.

Core Competency Skills: • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Excellent interpersonal skills.

Strong negotiating skills.

Ability to present ideas in business-friendly and userfriendly language.

Exceptionally self-motivated and directed with a keen attention to detail.

Superior analytical, evaluative, and problem-solving abilities.

Exceptional service orientation.

Ability to motivate in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.

Ability to work effectively in culturally diverse environments.

Ability to manage time well and work under stressful conditions with an even temperament.

Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with other employees and the public.

Ability to deliver to strict deadlines and to work under pressure Self-motivated

Compensation

Based on qualifications and ability

Deadline for submission of applications is November 1st, 2013.

Kindly submit applications stating qualifications and work experience to: Kellie-Ann Evans Hall, Manager of Human Resources FortisTCI Limited, P. O. Box 132, Providenciales Email address: hrapplications@ppcltd.tc OR khall@fortistci.com OR by fax: 649-946-4532 9313

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S & G Contracting Co. Providenciales Telephone: 231- 1199

ADVERTISE

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Gardner LABOURER, Needed UPHOLSTERY For residential home Call 244-9612

Salary starts at $5.00 per hour

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Local Businesses Require the following Team Members:

Housekeeper

To maintain the smooth running of a busy villa. The suitable applicant must speak excellent English, be professional and have experience dealing with high end guests.

Duties include but not limited to; providing a high level of cleanliness, maintaining linens, amenities and villa stock control. Achieving a fast turnaround for guests check in check out and standing in for Villa Manager during occasional absence. References required

Maintenance Operative

To maintain the smooth running of a busy villa. The suitable applicant must speak excellent English, be professional and have experience dealing with high end guests.

Duties include but not limited to: providing a high level of service in the outside and inside area of the villa. Ensuring everything is kept in excellent working order, repairs and renewals carried out efficiently. Possible husband and wife team with the above position. References required

Domestic Worker

To assist in the cleanliness and smooth running of a business rental villa. Must have experience and excellent references

Driver/Sales Assistant

This position is available to an honest, personable, excellent appearance, have experience in selling to the public and a hard working team player. Must speak excellent English and full clean driving licence and be able to drive a stick shift. Must be willing to work unsociable hours and weekend work.

Newly renovated office space, above The Flower Girl

1,000 sq ft. facing Leeward Highway and overlooking Flamingo Lake. Ideal for a lawyer's office, spa, real estate business, doctor's or dental offices, etc.

Reasonable rent Contact 9464894, 9464664 or email tcnews@tciway.tc

LAS BRISAS RESTAURANT AND BAR is looking to fill the following positions:

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• • • •

Middle to high level culinary skills in Mediterranean dishes Dependable, proactive, organized, team player Education from a formal culinary program At least 7-10 years cooking experience, preparing international breakfast, lunch and dinner in regional cooking environment • Sanitation Certificate • Ability to plan, organize and execute meal plans • Must speak and read English fluently • Additional languages an asset Salary commensurate based on qualification and experience

WAITRESS/ BARTENDER

Desserts/Pastry Cook and Sales Assistant

Full time position. Excellent English speaker. Experienced in the preparation of desserts and also have retail experience. Be a good team player.

Children’s entertainer and sales assistant

Full time position. Must have a fun character, good English, honest, personable and a team player. To entertain children for parties, creative play, learning new skills and knowledge of the Islands. Full driving licence essential.

Graphic Designer

Part- time position. Must have experience in designing Point of Sale, packaging, leaflets, web design, display boards and merchandise. Can work from home and could suit a stay at home Mom.

For all the above positions please apply in the first instance enclosing an informative CV to: Ms Andrea Riggs Griffiths and Partners PO Box 143, 82 Cherokee Road Providenciales. Tel: 649 941 8250. Fax: 649 941 8251 Email: ar@griffithsandpartners.com

Responsibilities: • • • • • • • •

Take and relay food and beverage orders Server food and beverages to guests Check on guest satisfaction Handle complaints and concerns of customers Provide food and beverage product knowledge Use proper serving techniques Practice responsible alcohol service Cash out and reconcile cash with total sales

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: • • • • • • • • •

Possess a secondary school diploma Excellent communication skills required Professional appearance and attitude Excellent customer service skills Cash handling experience is an asset Time management skills Knowledge of health and safety regulations is required Knowledge of the products, facility, sector and industry Must be willing to work day and evening shifts, weekends, holidays and overtime as deemed necessary

Salary:

$5.50 per hour plus portion of service charge and tips

Contact: 946-5306

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Science & Technology MAC MOTORS

VACANCY

Salary /Wage: Negotiable Job Category: Automotive/ Vehicle Repair Career Level: Experience (Non-Manager) Location: Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands, BWI Status: Full-time employer relevant work experience 15+ years

Education Level: Qualified petrol and diesel technician Requirements: • Diagnose and repair cars, light trucks, heavy trucks, heavy earth moving equipment • Diagnose and repair hydraulic drive systems • Working knowledge of diagnostic tools such as GTR, Dealer Connect, IDS, WDS, Starscan, DRB3, NGS and Tech 2 • Excellent written and oral communication skills in English • Energetic, resourceful and punctual, with strong business and

personal ethics • Qualified professional technician (ASE Certified, Master, L1 and up) • Automotive Service knowledge • Work experience in high volume shops • Willing to be trained and learn new technical concepts and automotive service development We are a hardworking management team that is looking for equally hardworking individuals interested in joining a company that enjoys and rewards success.

Contact: 941-3847

HIV antibodies 'have potent impact' A POTENTIAL new HIV treatment has a "profound and unprecedented" impact on the virus, according to animal studies published in the journal Nature.

Potent antibodies were able to wipe a hybrid of human and monkey immunodeficiency viruses from the bloodstream of monkeys within days.

The findings could "revolutionise" the search for an HIV cure, say experts.

The US researchers said trials in patients with HIV now needed to take place.

The immune system produces precisely targeted antibodies to take out HIV, but the virus is able to rapidly mutate to evade the immune assault.

However, some antibodies have been discovered that target the "conserved" parts of HIV - those that the virus struggles to change because they are vital for it to function.

Two groups, from Harvard Medical School and the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, performed the first trials of these antibodies.

They used rhesus macaques that had been infected with simian-human immunodeficiency virus (SHIV), a blend of HIV and the monkey equivalent.

Data from the Harvard team showed that injection of the antibodies drove SHIV from the bloodstream until it reached undetectable levels after three to seven days.

The effect lasted for one to three months, but in three monkeys the virus did not return to the blood during the 250-day study.

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Leeward, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands Telephone: 1-649-333-0101 Toll Free: 1-888-592-7885

ELECTRICAL TECHNICIAN Job Purpose:

To maintain all aspects of electrical and electronics vital to operations of Atrium Resort

Duties:

• Ability to understand and read blueprints, instruction manuals and follow electrical diagrams • To rough in and install 3 phase high voltage and low voltage lines including installation of electrical panels, plugs, switches, lights, fans and any electrical devices • Knowledge of fire alarm systems such as Secutron or similar, ability to program and maintain fire alarm systems. (NFPA 72 CERTIFICATE IS ESSENTIAL) • Experience in maintenance of diesel generator, transfer switch, fire pump and related emergency circuits • Experience in maintenance and repair of elevators • Experience and ability to install and maintain CCTV Systems including DVR and IP cameras • Experience to install and maintain electronic safe, locks, and card access system • Experience and knowledge in automatization and controls for pump and motors • Experience in installing and repairing appliances such as fridge, stove, dish washer, microwave, washer/dryer, TV and DVD • Experience in setup and maintenance of local area network including Cisco POE smart switches, Linksys routers, POE devices and RJ-45 connectors • Experience and ability to install and maintain voice over IP equipment • Ability to understand functionality principals of electronic meters and collect readings from electrical and water meters • Experience in installation and maintenance of satellite TV equipment • Provides information by collecting, analyzing and summarizing data and trends in new technologies • Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities: reading professional publications, maintaining personal networks, participating in professional organizations • Accomplishes information systems and organization mission by completing related results as needed

FOR SALE Meridian Mortgage Corporation Ltd as chargee, pursuant to the Registered Land Ordinance, hereby gives notice that it will cause to be sold the property listed below by private treaty.

LOCATION

The Title No. 60807/54, The Bight & Thomas Stubbs, Providenciales comprising 0.50 acres property (21,780 sq. ft.).

The land is found on the north side of the Leeward Highway some 600 yards east of the Beacher’s Roundabout.

DESCRIPTION

• A two-storey commercial/apartment building with a single storey block attached to the rear has been constructed upon the most elevated southern portion of the site fronting the Leeward Highway.

• The land is rectangular and located on top of the ridge with approximately 100 linear feet of frontage onto the Leeward Highway, zoned as C1– Commercial.

• The building comprises 3# commercial retail units on the first floor and 3# two bedroom apartments on the second floor. In addition, there is a block of 3# apartments in the single storey rear building.

Six comforting reasons you’ll be glad you selected this property: 1. Good commercial space at reasonable cost.

2. 50% financing.

3. Strategically located, excellent view and natural ventilation.

4. Good property value with long term income prospect.

5. Good living accommodation and ease of conversion and improvements.

6. The current monthly income is approximately $5,800.00

Must be Belonger possess adequate experience and knowledge and willing to perform any other duties related to maintenance and efficient operation of the resort. The candidate must present a clean police record, a valid drivers license and be available to attend to any emergency calls 24/7.

For additional information: Kindly contact Royalton L. S. Harvey at (649) 941-3082, Cellular: (649)243-4165

Salary depends qualifications and experience to be discussed during the interview

Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to: TheAtriumResort@hotmail.com 9377

Meridian Trust Company Ltd. Level 2, Le Vele Plaza, P.O. Box 599, Grace Bay, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands. B.W.I. 9365

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Red Sox win World Series with Game 6 victory over Cardinals BOSTON were strong. Too strong for the St. Louis Cardinals.

The Red Sox, defeated the Cardinals 6-1 on Wednesday to win their eighth World Series title and cap a wicked good worst-to-first season that delighted a city dealing with the aftermath of the deadly bombings at its signature marathon in April.

Shane Victorino drove in four runs with a bases-loaded double in the third and an RBI single in the fourth as Boston took the Series four games to two.

Series MVP David Ortiz, walked four times -- three times intentionally -- and scored two runs for the Red Sox. A resurgent John Lackey

pitched six strong innings before fading in the seventh and leaving with the bases loaded with a 6-1 lead. But reliever Junichi Tazawa got out Allen Craig to blunt the Cardinals’ comeback attempt.

In April at a remembrance ceremony for the victims of the bombing, it was Ortiz, known as Big Papi, who fired up the crowd.

“This jersey, that we wear today, it doesn’t say ‘Red Sox.’ It says ‘Boston,’ “ Ortiz said, standing on the infield as the crowd cheered officers who were on the field.

“We want to thank you Mayor (Tom) Menino, Gov. (Deval) Patrick, the whole police department, for the great job that they did this past week. This is our f***ing city.

Boston Red Sox’s David Ortiz drinks out of a giant bottle of Champagne as he celebrates with teammates. Ortiz was named the series MVP.

And nobody’s going to dictate our freedom. Stay strong,” he said, echoing the newly minted “Boston Strong” motto.

The Red Sox became only

Ananda Ltd has the following

vacancies 4 Store/Warehouse Supervisors

• Responsible for specific day to day activities • Ensure all areas of the shop floor are adequately staffed and customers receive the highest standard of service • Maintaining a presence on the shop floor to assist staff in problem solving and motivating them for improved customer service • Manage accounting and sales aspects of the firm - performing weekly auditing of sales and expenses • Manage inventory along different locations and take control of transfers

1 Purchasing Manager

• Oversee and perform overall purchases - domestic and international.

• Follow up with clients, cuppliers, customs, freight forwarders on orders and quality control • Inventory control across stores and warehouse. Analyzing sales records, stock levels and supply and demand • Maintaining and keeping POS update as well as teach other staff

Additional skills required for the above:

• At least 7 years experience in the retail industry- good management and leadership skills • Bilingual in English and Spanish, any other language will be an asset to interact with customers • Know how to operate Business Management System (BMS) • Sharp analytical skills and be willing to work at any point of any day to high quoted text responsibilities • Salary $1500.00 to $2500.00 as per qualifications

6 Sales Assistants

• Friendly and an outgoing person able to deal with customers on a one-to-one basis • Willing to cooperate and work as a joint team with other staff members • Computer savvy - opearate POS systems and willing to learn new ideas • Willing to work extended hours, weekends and holidays • Knowledge of speaking and writing in different languages always an asset • 3-5 years experience in retail trade • Salary $5.00 per hour

• Must have 3-5 years experience • Salary $5.00 per hour

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CONTACT: Ananda Ltd, P.O Box 1151, Providenciales Tel: 339-4663 e-mail: jobs@anandaltd.com

the second team in major league history to finish last in their division in one season and win the World Series the next year. In 1991, two worstto-first teams met in the World Series with the Minnesota Twins edging the Atlanta Braves in seven games.

It’s the club’s third World Series title in the last 10 seasons -- albeit the first that they’ve celebrated on their home field since 1918. (CNN)

South Africa’s Oscar Pistorius to face 2 gun charges at murder trial SOUTH African Olympic runner Oscar Pistorius will face two additional gunrelated charges when he goes on trial for murder next year, a spokesman for South Africa’s National Prosecuting Authority said.

The charges will be heard alongside the murder charge when Pistorius’ trial begins in March, Nathi Mncube told CNN. Pistorius, nicknamed the “Blade Runner” for the special prostheses he uses for sprinting, has admitted to shooting dead his model girlfriend, Reeva Steenkamp, in his high-end home on Valentine’s Day. But he has said it was an accident.

The gun-related charges are not new but have been moved from the South Gauteng jurisdiction where they were filed to the jurisdiction where the murder trial is being held, North Gauteng.

Pistorius is accused of two separate instances of firing a gun in a public space.

The National Prosecuting Authority decided to transfer them so that “all charges

The two charges will be heard alongside the murder charge when Pistorius’ trial begins in March.

against Pistorius can be heard at the same place at the same time in front of the same judge,” Mncube said.

The state has indicted the track star on a premeditated murder charge and, if convicted, he faces a mandatory sentence of life in prison.

Legal analysts in South Africa say they think the prosecution will seek to characterize Pistorius as a trigger-happy, irresponsible gun owner.

Yamaha ‘optimistic’ over Jorge Lorenzo’s title chances YAMAHA team manager Wilco Zeelenberg is remaining upbeat over Jorge Lorenzo’s chances of overhauling Marc Marquez and winning a third MotoGP title.

Lorenzo’s win over Marquez in Motegi cut his gap to the rookie to 13 points ahead of the final race in Valencia.

“We have to be optimistic and think that we have the chance to fight for a victory in Valencia,” said Zeelenberg.

If Marquez finishes fourth, he will be the first rookie since Kenny Roberts in 1978 to win the premier class title.

Lorenzo’s only realistic hope of winning successive MotoGP titles is to win at Valencia and hope for his fellow Spaniard Marquez to finish fifth or lower.

Spain’s Dani Pedrosa, who was third in Japan, is now out of the title hunt.

Marquez has led the championship since the eighth round at Sachsenring - a race which both Lorenzo and Pedrosa missed after breaking their collarbones in separate

Lorenzo win keeps title hopes alive.

crashes during practice.

Since then Lorenzo has taken four victories, giving him a total of seven this year.

Marquez has six.

Zeelenberg added: “We have kept our championship hopes alive until the last round. This was our mission since Jorge crashed.

“If Marc is smart and doesn’t make a mistake it will be difficult to have the title this year.

“We have to be realistic, these three boys [Lorenzo, Marquez and Pedrosa] are

always fighting for the podium but something can happen.”

Marquez has taken a podium at every race in which he has finished this season, only failing to score points after crashing out of second at Mugello and being black flagged at Phillip Island.

Lorenzo crashed out of last year’s Grand Prix at Valencia, which was won by Dani Pedrosa in a chaotic flagto-flag race that saw riders changing from wet to slick tyres as the wet track dried out.

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Vettel ‘speechless’ after sealing fourth world title in row Bertrand Traore has agreed to a four-and-a-half year contract.

Chelsea to sign teenage Burkina Faso international CHELSEA have agreed a deal to sign in-demand teenager Bertrand Traore.

The Premier League club fought off reported interest from some of Europe’s top sides to land the 18-yearold midfielder from Association Jeunes Espoirs De Bobo-Dioulasso.

The player, who made his international debut for Burkina Faso aged 15, has agreed a four-and-a-half year contract.

Traore went on Chelsea’s tour

of Asia in the summer as a trialist, playing three games.

He was part of the Burkina Faso squad that competed at the 2012 Africa Cup of Nations in Equatorial Guinea but was not picked for the team for this year’s tournament.

His elder brother Alain, who plays for French side Lorient, is a key player for Burkina Faso and had a trial at Manchester United when he was a teenager. (BBC)

Tiger Woods has parted company with EA Sports following 14 editions of the video game bearing his name.

EA Sports drops Woods TIGER Woods has been clubbed into the long grass by EA Sports after the games manufacturer ended its association with the world’s most famous golfer.

Woods, 37, won the last of his 14 major titles back in 2008, but this year returned to world No.1 after replacing Rory McIlroy at the top of the rankings.

There were 14 editions of the video game bearing his name, which was played by millions of golf fans across the world.

Writing on EA’s official website, the company’s vice-president and general manager Daryl Holt commented: “EA Sports and Tiger Woods have made a mutual decision to end our partnership, which includes Tiger’s named PGA Tour golf game. We’ve always been big fans of Tiger and we wish him continued success in all his future endeavors.

“EA Sports golf fans have always loved authentic courses and players, but they’ve also asked for more choice and customization in how and where they play.”

Read: Woods’ agent threatens legal action EA had previously stuck with Woods through his acrimonious divorce in August 2010 at a time where several other sponsors severed ties with the American.

Gatorade, AT&T and Accenture and Tag Heuer all withdrew sponsorship or did not renew their deals following the revelations of Woods’ infidelity and subsequent divorce from Elin Nordegren -costing him $20 million in earnings.

From the endorsements he held in 2009, just two remain: Nike, which teamed up with Woods when he turned professional in 1996; and NetJets, a plane ownership-sharing company.

RED Bull’s Sebastian Vettel said he was “overwhelmed” to win his fourth consecutive world title, after victory in Sunday’s Indian Grand Prix.

The German is the only the fourth man to become a fourtime champion, after Juan Manuel Fangio, Alain Prost and Michael Schumacher.

“I’m speechless - I don’t know what to say. It’s one of the best days of my life so far,” he said.

“It has been incredible to race some of the best drivers F1 has ever had.”

He added: “It is a very strong field and to get the numbers and statistics we have is unbelievable.”

Vettel sealed the 2013 championship with victory in India, his 10th win in 16 races so far this season.

The 26-year-old has won six races in a row and if he wins the remaining three races in Abu Dhabi, the United States and Brazil he will equal the record for consecutive wins in the F1 world championship, set by Italian Alberto Ascari in 1952-53.

Vettel celebrated by doing ‘doughnut’ spins on the pit straight after his slowing-down lap and then bowed to his car, a gesture he said was to show his appreciation for his team.

And he said he was having difficulty coming to terms with the

Sebastian Vettel is the only the fourth man to become a four-time champion, after Juan Manuel Fangio, Alain Prost and Michael Schumacher.

scale of his achievement.

“Fangio did five and everybody appreciated him as the best driver in the world. Michael came along many years later, different time, different era - I am just talking as a fan - he had a very dominant car but he created that in Ferrari.

“He was working very hard - he worked harder than anyone else. He had some tough challenges - [Juan Pablo] Montoya, Kimi [Raikkonen], David [Coulthard], Fernando [Alonso] - and it is incredible one

guy managed to score more titles than this guy [Fangio] did.

“To join people like that is very difficult for me to put into perspective. I am far too young to understand what it means.”

Vettel also paid tribute to his leading rivals of the current era, particularly Alonso, who has this year been his closest rival for the third time in four years. The Spaniard’s hopes this season finally died with an 11thplace finish in India after he damaged his front wing on the first lap.

Ronaldo and Bale among the goals as Real Madrid win 10-goal thriller CRISTIANO Ronaldo provided the perfect riposte to FIFA president Sepp Blatter after scoring a hat-trick as Real Madrid beat Sevilla 7-3 on a night when Gareth Bale grabbed his first goals at the Bernabeu.

Days after Blatter had made a bizarre impersonation of the Portuguese while saying the star spent “a lot of money at the hairdressers”, the 28-year-old scored his third career hat-trick against Sevilla to go top of the scoring charts in Spain with 11 goals.

He celebrated his first goal from the penalty spot with a military salute in a mocking response to Blatter’s description of him as a “commander” last week.

The absorbing victory also allowed Real to put Saturday’s defeat

by Barcelona behind them, not just because of the three points but also because Bale, the most expensive footballer in history, began to repay some of his fee.

Making his first start as a home player at the legendary Bernabeu, the Welshman scored twice, made another two and also managed to

Gareth Bale scored twice on his first start for Real Madrid at the Bernabeu, while Ronaldo (right) netted yet another hat-trick.

complete his first 90 minutes in his seventh appearance for Madrid.

Despite Bale’s largely anonymous display at Camp Nou, which was blamed on a lack of match practice, Real coach Carlo Ancelotti was wholly vindicated by his decision to keep faith in the 24-year-old, who curled home a fine opener before a free-kick was deflected in as he handed Real a

2-0 lead.

On a satisfying night for the hosts, for whom substitute Xabi Alonso made his first appearance of the season after injury, Karim Benzema also grabbed a brace as Real moved up to third in the table, six points behind Barca.

Sevilla were reduced to 10 men late on when Stephane Mbia received his second yellow card.

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Provo Hockey League:

Defending Mini champions start new season with big win

Orrin Campbell led all scorers with seven goals on the opening day of the PHL.

AIDEN Paisley and Joshua Saunders scored six goals each as the Saunders and Company Owls (formerly Gracebay Car Rentals and Sales Owls), continued where they left off last season in the Provo Hockey League (PHL).

The defending Mini-Division champions made their mark early with a 12-1 win over the Sailrock Lobsters, their opponents in last season’s finals. Khalid Fulford

PABA High School League:

Rigby stars as Youth Centre beat CHHS RANDY Rigby was on fire Wednesday afternoon, at the Gus Lightbourne Sports Complex, as he burnt the defending champions of the Provo Amateur Basketball Association (PABA) High School League the Clement Howell Eagles.

Rigby scored a whopping 29 points, and was close to a

triple-double having nabbed nine boards and eight steals in the 54-45 point win. Ello Joseph added 13 points and four rebounds, while Shannon Hall and Benjie Audgie of the CHHS had 13 points and eight rebounds each.

In the second game Maranatha defeated Wesley Methodist by

five points. Dwayne Hamilton scored 20 points and grabbed five boards for the winners while support came from W. Gardiner (12 points and four rebounds). Justin Missick led all scorers with a double-double (24 points and 11 rebounds). Games continue next Wednesday from 15:00h.

scored in a losing cause.

The new season of the PHL, which began on Saturday last at the Graceway Sports Centre, saw an increase in the number of players, which resulted in an increase in the number of teams.

In the opening Mini game the Gansevoort Gators defeated newcomers, the Digicel 4G Comets, 6-1. Jake Whent scored four goals, while Ronin Maclaren added a pair.

Michael Saunders found the back of the net for the Comets.

In the Bantam Division the J&W Construction Hurricanes ended their game at 9-all with the Grace Bay Resorts Surge. Orrin Campbell showed he is still one of the most aggressive scores with seven goals for the Hurricanes while Anna Holland and Joe Canham added the others.

Jack Small led the attack for the Surge with three successful strikes while Theo Wheldon, Bradley Ayer and Zarek Swann added two each.

Swann and Ayer did give their team victory, when they challenged the defending champions, the Coco

Bistro Lightning. In the game, which ended 7-3, Swann scored three and Ayer added a pair, while Tristan Grandsire and Small netted the others. For the Lightning Sebastian Turbyfield scored twice while Jamie Gray added the third.

The Grace Bay Car Rental and Sales Panthers defeated the BCQS Flames in the Midget Division.

The Panthers, who secured the Midget Division title last year under sponsors Carib Gaming, won their opening clash 7-5. Gabriel DiotteJoly, Darius Coackley Jr. and Malik Cox scored two each while Matthew Harnett added the other. For the Flames JJ Affleck and Gregory Lewis finished with a pair each and Simran Kahlon with a successful strike.

In the other Midget Division clash the Twa Marcelin Wolf Pirates and the Scotiabank Sharks ended in an 8-8 draw.

Kyle Cox scored four for the Pirates with Liam Delancy and Dockarick Barrett added two each.

Cole Nickson also scored four goals, while Valentine Antolinez scored two and Sean Karam one.

Josh for Sports

The history of national track and field: Part II AFTER organising a national association, I personally laid out a plan to make track and field the national sports of choice within the TCI. Right off the top, I envisioned us participating in the up and coming CARIFTA Games in Nassau, Bahamas in 1978. My work was cut out. TC Islanders had no knowledge of what CARIFTA Games was all about.

I was a national CARIFTA coach for the Bahamas in the past. So at age 26, I was a well experienced veteran coach, having had many athletes representing the Bahamas from 1975-1977.

I knew that I had to educate the people (entire TCI) about what the Games represented. I had to excite their interest and national pride.

This gave them a sense of purpose and national identity and regional respect in the Caribbean.

I, as national coach, established

Jamaica, the Bahamas and the USA. In every country that I lived during those years, I was a champion or alternatively created champions.

By Joshua Gardiner myself as a special coach in the high school in Grand Turk. I taught every student in the school. Among the sports taught in both practical and theoretical formats, were: athletics, volleyball, table tennis and softball.

I ran circles around all PE teachers where ever I went, for the simple reason that I was already a world class, established, sportsman in all of those sports from age 16-23 in

THE WAY FORWARD There being no minister for sports, I was in fact the Ex-oficio minister and had a free hand in creating and fulfilling that role.

Hon Jags McCartney appointed me as a member of the Broadcasting Commission of the TCI, of which Hon Ena Woodstock was president.

The first order of the day was for me to create local sports news on the radio station VSI, upstairs of Cable and Wireless on Front Street.

Trust me, I had an uphill battle, but was eventually successful. I personally was the only sports reporter and announcer: broadcasting 5-15 minutes per day, five mornings per week.

I utilised this channel to educate

TCI about the CARIFTA Games. We created regular advertisements on the radio and excited the population of the prospect of our coming participation in CARIFTA in 1978, Easter.

SIX MONTH PROGRAMME In September of 1977, I put a CARIFTA squad together. We trained twice per day. We started with pre-season conditioning. We did a lot of cross country. Actually the whole high school did crosscountry, only those with medical certificates were exempted (only about two students).

We actually had house sports competition in cross country (a smashing success); most of the community would come out to watch our athletes train. Basically half of the GT population would watch these competitions.

TRUE NATIONAL SQUAD

The CARIFTA squad consisted of at least 40 athletes who trained for six months. We had U-17 and U-20 divisions.

I conducted trails in South Caicos and North Caicos at both high and primary schools.

Subsequently three athletes (Corina Capron and Bertha and Brenda Bell) from the junior high in NC were given scholarships and transferred to the high school in GT. From South Caicos were Andre Taylor (out of school) and Lewanne Higgs from the primary school.

The only island not represented on that squad was Middle Caicos.

The two youngest athletes on that squad were Ruth Adams (mother of Ruth Ariza) and Higgs. They were about 10-years old. Dale Taylor (Pastor) was 13 at the time.

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NACRA Sevens:

Female squad looking to make their mark in the Cayman Islands WHEN the Turks and Caicos Islands Rugby Football Union female team travels to the Cayman Islands for the North American and Caribbean Rugby Sevens Championships in a little over a week, it will be their first time playing at an international contact competition.

Female rugby has developed rapidly over the last few years and with some quality players in the lineup Women’s rugby captain Claire McAvinchey pointed out that they will look to make their mark.

The tournament, which is billed for the Truman Bodden Sports Complex, in Grand Cayman from November 9-10 will give our females some needed international experience. The only other international exposure the ladies have had were tag games against the Canadian touring side St. Anne’s de Bellevue.

McAvinchey pointed out that the objective would be to ride out the first day and do better on the second. “We are in a tough group with Canada, Mexico and the hosts, the Cayman Islands. We expect to learn a lot

in the first round of games against these experienced sides. We’d hope that our game plan will allow us to be competitive during these games, but our real sights are on day two when we feel we have a real chance of success and possibly getting our hands on some silverware against some of the other teams.”

The women’s captain, who played Mixed Tag Rugby in Dublin, Ireland before moving to the TCI, said that the sport has developed rapidly, given the fact that before 2011 there was no women’s programme in the TCI. “I think the introduction of the Tag League was hugely influential in this rise in interest in the sport.

It meant that those girls who were already playing hockey, soccer and other sports, or those who had never dabbled in team sports before got a chance to come out and give it a go in a very social (and slightly competitive!) environment.

The hiring of a Rugby Development Officer and starting the women’s development programme which

Women’s rugby has developed nicely over the last few years.

introduced women’s training sessions were also big boosts.”

There are now 35 registered

senior women players, while at the junior level the numbers have risen from eight junior girls in 2011 to 63

playing in 2013 (as a result of interschool competitions and the Junior Development Programme).

Sotheby’s International Realty Ryder Cup:

International Team successfully defend title THE International Team successfully defended their title against their North American rivals in the two-day Sotheby’s International Realty Ryder Cup which took place last weekend at the Provo Golf Club.

The victory was by a convincing 22.5 to 16.5 margin and increased the win tally of the champions to 14 in the 21 years of competition. The North American side has won five times.

In this year’s competition 52 golfers competed head-to-head in the match play format.

Louis Dickenson and Steve Ross captained the International win by jumping out to a 7 to 6 first day (Saturday) lead in the best ball format. North American captains Terry Erskine and Carol Brown rallied their team for Sunday’s singles play as the North American side got off to a steady start by matching the Internationals point for point over the first 10 matches. With only 16 matches remaining just one point stood between the two sides before the eventual International champions pulled away from North America by winning 10.5 of the last 16 matches to seal the victory.

This year the Provo Ryder Cup was marked by some of the best

The International Team (right) has now won 14 of the 21 competitions.

golf witnessed in the history of the matches. Provo Golf Club was also able to showcase its new Tiff Eagle greens that are now complete over the entire 18 holes. The new greens have been received with rave reviews completing the quality conditioned layout. All four captains did a fine job creating a competitive, but fun atmosphere making golf and

sportsmanship the winner.

Although the tournament is a true team event it should be noted that the following eight players played well enough to obtain two points by winning both of their matches; Paul Murray, Jumphol Srinark, John Donatien, Chris Lemire, Bruce Romberg, Trevor Bromley, Steve Ross and Jared Fulton. Many other golfers also played

exceptional golf, but were able to capture just less than 2 points which can be the very nature of match play.

In a release the Provo Club sent out a very special, “Thank You” to sponsor Joe Zahm of Turks & Caicos Sotheby’s International Realty for making the weekend a huge success.

The Ryder Cup is eagerly awaited each year as it is the favourite annual

members’ event at Provo Golf Club.

This year saw a well-attended, spirited Wednesday Night Pairings Party where the captains set the stage for all 39 matches over the weekend.

Assistant Captains, Steve Ross and Carol Brown have already started to put their attention towards next year’s renewal as they take over the reins in 2014.

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