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KUWAIT CITY, June 26, (Agencies): The Assistant Undersecretary for Public Security Affairs at the Minis- try of Interior Major-General Faraj Al-Zoubi announced in an exclusive statement to Al-Anba daily that the Minister of Interior Sheikh Thamer Al-Ali has issued directives to deploy personnel from the Public Security Police at 10 major malls. The deployment will come into effect Sunday. Each entrance will be manned by one or two po- licemen to ensure entry only to those who have received the vaccine/s. Al-Zoubi said police are also tasked with prevent- ing harassment to private security guards. This is in addition to officers manning the control rooms to fol- low up on the commitment to implement the deci- sions of the Council of Ministers and called on all citizens and residents to abide by the decisions and health requirements. Major-General Al-Zoubi also revealed a plan to check what he called ‘small complexes’ through sudden periodic inspections. If any person who is not vaccinat- ed is found the facility may be closed administratively. Regarding the regional or partial lockdown again, Major-General said there are no directives in this regard, and if there is a need for that, certain areas will be closed for a limited period during which all residents will be vaccinated and then opened upon completion of the residents of that particular area. A Palestinian man carries a boy away from tear gas canisters fired by Israeli soldiers during a protest against the West Bank Jewish settlement outpost of Eviatar that was rapidly In response to a question about private gatherings established the previous month, at the Palestinian village of Beita, near the West Bank city of Nablus, June 25. The Palestinians say it was established on their farmland and fear since such gatherings are a major cause for increase it will grow and merge with other large settlements in the area. (AP) in infections, Major-General Al-Zoubi said, “Now we are dealing with cases and we are satisfied with pledges, but at the later stage we will refer this to the competent authorities and we will not be satisfied UN urges Israel to halt settlement build with a pledge, stressing that the instructions of the Day by Day Minister of Interior Sheikh Thamer Al-Ali are crystal UNITED NATIONS, June 26, clear to implement the law while at the same time (AP): The United Nations ac- taking into account the humanitarian aspects.” THE World Health Organization – cused Israel of flagrantly violating Thousands march The British Embassy has announced that Kuwait which recently opened its regional international law by expanding Fear prosecution will remains on the Amber List as of June 24, reports Al- office in Kuwait after other Gulf coun- settlements in the West Bank and Qabas daily. tries rejected it – has given its nod to the Russian and Chinese vaccines, east Jerusalem, saying settlements Britain classified countries as red, amber or green while Kuwait rejects it. are illegal and urging the coun- Paramilitary for coronavirus with each category having a set rules This rejection is based on commer- try’s new government to halt their enter political dispute for entering its territories. Travelers must abide by cial interests of the importers of the enlargement immediately. these rules even if they have been vaccinated. vaccines (agents and producers). The U.N. Secretary-General Anto- By Saeed Mahmoud Saleh of good parliamentary diplo- shows power On its Twitter account, the embassy revealed that common man is the victim of this tug- nio Guterres and U.N. Mideast there has been no change in the status of Kuwait envoy Tor Wennesland reported Arab Times Staff macy. She explained that par- of-war between importers, victims of liamentary diplomacy aims BAGHDAD, June 26, (AP): Thou- since the implementation of the classification. stupidity and lack of management. on implementation of a 2016 KUWAIT CITY, June 26: sands of members of Iraq’s umbrella Following are the rules according to category: China has vaccinated a billion Chi- Security Council resolution that to improve work on freedom, of mostly Shiite militias known as 1. Among those have been in a country or territory nese with the doses it produced, and declared settlements have “no le- MP Shuaib Al-Muwaizri peace and human rights. She has posted on his Twitter Popular Mobilization Forces marched on the red list in the last 10 days before arriving in returned to normal life, and Russia did gal validity.” It demanded a halt pointed out that all countries in a parade Saturday, the largest show Britain; only the British or Irish nationals, or those the same through its vaccine. to their expansion in the West account that he expects cer- do this with different intensity The United States does not pres- of strength since the founding of the who have residence rights in Britain will be allowed Bank and east Jerusalem, lands tain key issues to surface levels and ways, but it is in- controversial paramilitary group. to enter. They must take corona test before traveling sure Americans to take the American the Palestinians want to include soon. He said lawsuits will vaccine because the US Food and creasing on the international Russian-made tanks, boats, rocket and the result should be negative, book a quarantine in a future state. be filed against a number of level. launchers and ammunition were on hotel package that includes two corona tests that will Drug Administration has not approved Wennesland said in a briefing to it yet, however the people have been MPs who have had disputes On the other hand, Al- display in the parade in Diyala prov- be taken in Britain, fill up a passenger locator form, vaccinated and that was the responsi- the council on Guterres’ 12-page with HH the Prime Minis- ince, north of Baghdad, held to mark hotel quarantine upon arrival in Britain and undergo report that he was “deeply trou- Ghanim expressed happiness bility of the recipient who received the ter Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled for being welcomed as speak- the seventh anniversary of the forma- two corona tests. vaccine. bled” by Israel’s approval of a plan tion of the PMF, established after a to add 540 housing units to the Har and Speaker Marzouq Al- er of Kuwait’s legislature for Amber … Yet, tomorrow is just another Ghanim. He believes this 2014 call to arms by Grand Ayatollah day. Homa settlement in east Jerusalem the third time. He is proud of Ali al-Sistani to defeat militants from 2. Those you have been in an amber country or Zahed Matar as well as the establishment of will drag the Public Prosecu- the strong bilateral relations the Islamic State group. tion into a political dispute. territory in the last 10 days before arriving in Brit- settlement outposts. He said that is between Kuwait and Bel- At the time, IS held a third Iraq’s ain must take covid test prior to the date of travel “illegal also under Israeli law.” He also expects the use gium, as well as the relation- territory and the Iran-backed militias and the result must be negative, pay for two covid “I again underscore, in no un- of military force in imple- ship between the parliaments were critical to boosting the Iraqi tests which will be taken in Britain, fill up a passen- certain terms, that Israeli settle- menting regulations, such as of both countries. He thanked government forces, which aided by Newswatch ments constitute a flagrant viola- ger locator form, quarantine at home or in the place preventing unvaccinated in- Tillioux for her country’s the U.S.-led coalition eventually de- they are staying for 10 days, take covid test on or tion of United Nations resolutions dividuals from entering com- feated the Islamic State group. and international law,” the U.N. supportive stand on issues before the second day of arrival and on or after the mercial complexes and shop- concerning the Middle East, However, a rift has recently eighth day. Children who are four years old and be- KUWAIT CITY: His Highness the envoy said. “They are a major emerged between the paramilitary obstacle to the achievement of a ping malls. foremost of which are the Pal- low are exempted from the requirement to take two Amir Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al- force and the government, following covid tests in Britain. The quarantine period could Jaber Al-Sabah Friday expressed, two-state solution and a just, last- He thinks the government estinian crisis and the recent the arrest of PMF commander Qas- ing and comprehensive peace.” will control investments and developments in Palestinian end earlier if the traveler pays for a private covid test in a cable, his condolences to US sim Musleh last month on terrorism through the ‘Test to Release’ scheme. President Joe Biden over the victims “The advancement of all set- sell some State properties. territories. charges. Musleh was later released, 3. Those coming from a country or territory on the of a residential building collapse in tlement activity must cease im- The visit of Kuwait’s Na- He praised the fair position a move that embarrassed Iraq’s lead- Miami, Florida. mediately,” Wennesland said. tional Assembly Speaker Al- ership and laid bare the limits of the green list, in addition to Ireland, the Channel Islands of the Belgian Parliament, or the Isle of Man in the last 10 days; take corona test His Highness the Amir prayed for Israel disputes its settlements Ghanim to Belgium contrib- while urging the government government’s ability to bring militia Allah Almighty’s mercy to be be- are illegal. leaders to account. before traveling with negative result, book for two stowed upon the victims’ souls, and uted to efforts to strengthen of Kuwait to cooperate with corona tests that will be taken in Britain, fill up a pas- Both Guterres and Wen- relations between the two Also on Saturday, a bomb-laden speedy recovery for the injured. nesland also called on Israeli Belgium in addressing many drone struck a building in an empty senger locator form, take corona test on or before the His Highness the Crown Prince authorities to end the demolition countries, says President of issues. village just 3 kilometers (2 miles) second day of arrival and undergo quarantine only Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber of Palestinian homes and other Belgian House of Representa- He affirmed that Kuwait is from the new location of the U.S. if the result is positive. Children who are four years Al-Sabah and His Highness the Prime property and the displacement tives Eliane Tillioux. active in the Belgian econo- Consulate in Irbil, in Kurdish-run old and below are exempted from the corona test re- Minister Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al- of Palestinians - another flash- Tillioux made the state- my; wishing the best for the northern Iraq. The building was still quirement. The traveler must undergo quarantine if Hamad Al-Sabah sent similar cables point - “and to approve plans that informed by NHS Test & Trace that he travelled with to the US President. (KUNA) ment in a press conference Belgian Parliament, govern- under construction and there were would enable these communities held with Al-Ghanim after ment and people. no casualties, according to a senior someone who tested positive for corona. – See Also Page 7 to build legally and address their their meeting. She said the In another development, Kurdish official who spoke on condi- Kuwait’s daily coronavirus cases jumped by 1,702 TEHRAN: Iran’s supreme leader development needs.” visits conducted by mem- MP Marzouq Al-Khalifa tion of anonymity because he was not to 348,262 as deaths rose by 10 to 1,913, according has received the fi rst coronavirus The December 2016 resolution, bers of both parliaments re- authorized to talk to reporters. to the health ministry on Friday. vaccine developed by the Islamic which the United States abstained asked the government to Rockets and drones have contin- Another 1,632 people were cured of the virus, rais- Republic, state TV reported Friday. on in the final weeks of the Obama flect the strong relations be- clarify the report published ued to target the U.S.-led coalition ing the total of those to have overcome the disease to Ayatollah Ali Khamenei said administration, also called for im- tween Kuwait and Belgium. by Reuters on the intention of across Iraq, with Western officials 327,734, the ministry said in a statement. that he was not interested in taking mediate steps to prevent all acts She is aware that Kuwait ap- the United States of America blaming Iran-backed Shiite militias. The number of people hospitalised with the virus foreign-made vaccines, because it is of violence against civilians and preciates the objective posi- (USA) to evacuate 50,000 Iran-backed groups have become the currently stands at 18,615, with 271 of them in inten- better to “wait for the Iranian vac- urged Israel and the Palestinians tion of Belgium on interna- Afghan families to Kuwait most powerful and influential within sive care units, he added, revealing that some 14,191 cine because we have to be proud of to exercise restraint and refrain tional and Middle Eastern the PMF. swab tests were conducted over the last day out of a this national honor.” and other Gulf countries. “If from provocative actions, incite- issues. I do not receive any reply, The parade, held in Camp Ashraf, total of 2,907,511. In January, Khamenei banned im- ment and inflammatory rhetoric. saw Russian-made tanks, boats and ports of the American and Britain She added the visit of Al- it means the information is He went on to urge nationals and expatriates alike It also called on all parties to locally made rocket launchers come that abiding by health precautions, mainly, follow- vaccines, a refl ection of mistrust to- launch negotiations on final status Ghanim highlighted the will- correct, but no one should ward the West. (AP) down a broad thoroughfare. The ing social distancing rules, is the only way to halt the issues and urged intensified inter- ingness of both countries to remain silent over such an is- event was broadcast on Iraqi state ❑ ❑ ❑ cooperate and set an example sue,” he added. spread of the virus. national and regional diplomatic TV. Meanwhile, the World Health Organisation GENEVA: The food insecurity in efforts to help end the decades- Also taking part in the parade were (WHO) commended the Kuwaiti government’s CO- Syria reaches record levels since the old Israeli-Palestinian conflict PMF units with Yazidi militiamen, VID-19 vaccination arrangements as operating under beginning of the confl ict, said World and achieve a two-state solution who marched wearing their ceremo- the “highest safety standards.” Food Program (WFP) spokesperson where Israelis and Palestinians nial white, as well as Christian and “I am genuinely impressed with the efficient or- Tomson Phiri on Friday. can live side-by-side in peace. Sunni groups. ganisation of the vaccination centers and commit- An estimated 12.4 million Syr- Guterres and Wennesland The marchers also held large post- ians are food insecure, representing made clear that 4½ years after ment of the staff,” WHO representative in Kuwait ers of Abu Mahdi al-Muhandis, a Dr Assad Hafeez said during a visit to two such fa- nearly 60 percent of the population the resolution’s adoption, none top militia leader killed in a U.S.-led who does not know what to eat of these appeals have been met. airstrike last year outside the Bagh- cilities, accompanied by another two regional WHO tomorrow, Phiri said in an online Wennesland said the period dad airport. The strike also killed officials. press conference from the European between March and June cov- top Iranian commander, Gen. Qas- “I am thankful for their help in vaccination while headquarters of the United Nations ered in the report “witnessed an sim Soleimani of the Revolutionary applying the highest level of professionalism to en- in Geneva. (KUNA) alarming increase in the level Guard’s Quds Force, whose slaying sure the safety and efficacy of vaccines,” added Dr ❑ ❑ ❑ of violence between Israelis and came close to pushing Iran and the Hafeez in a statement by WHO. UNITED NATIONS: A draft UN Se- Palestinians, including hostilities U.S. into full-blown conflict. The WHO representative’s visits extended to the curity Council resolution circulated between Israel and factions in However, though PMF often bran- Kuwait International Fair centre in Mishref, which Friday would authorize the delivery Gaza at a scale and intensity not dishes Soleimani’s image together has been offering free vaccinations to nationals and of humanitarian aid to Syria across seen in years.” with that of al-Muhandis at the para- expatriates alike since December 2020, alongside the the borders of Turkey and Iraq, but He said the cessation of hos- military banners that line the streets Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah Causeway drive- Syria’s close ally Russia holds the tilities after last month’s 11-day of Baghdad and elsewhere in Iraq, in center, introduced in May, this year. key to its adoption. Gaza war “remains very fragile,” images of the Iranian general were Both makeshift centres have the capacity to in- Russia has come under intense adding that the United Nations is absent from the parade - likely an at- noculate a combined number of over 30,000 people a pressure from the UN, US and others working closely with Israel, the tempt to project cross-sectarian unity day, operating under government COVID-19 regula- who warn of dire humanitarian con- A man walks through a heavily damaged hospital in the city of Af- Palestinians and partners includ- rin, Syria, June 13. Shells hit the hospital Saturday, killing at least of the militias. tions, approved by WHO. sequences for over a million Syrians ing Egypt “to solidify a cease- Iraqi Prime Minister Mustafa al- WHO went on to describe the centres as being if all border crossings are closed. 13 people, including two medical staff and two ambulance driv- fire, allow the entry of urgent ers. It was not immediately clear who was behind the shelling, Kadhimi, officially the country’s “comparable to any other such facility around the (AP) humanitarian assistance and sta- which came from areas where government troops and Kurdish- commander-in-chief, presided over globe,” pointing out the leadership of Health Minis- bilize the situation in Gaza.” led fighters are deployed. (AP) the parade. ter Dr. Bassel Al-Sabah on the matter. ARAB TIMES, SUNDAY, JUNE 27, 2021 2

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Shop-owners call for govt intervention Can Souk Mubarakiya preserve its heritage identity in future?

KUWAIT CITY, June 26: For many years, the old 50,000 to buy their stores as their incomes have be- Mubarakiya market has been a destination for visitors come weak. However, the state must intervene here to Kuwait, especially those looking for the historic to protect heritage activities if it wants to preserve heritage scene that distinguishes this market from the the identity of the market; otherwise a day will come rest of the markets, which are fi lled with the colors of when even its name — Souk Al-Mubarakiya — will modernity and fashion. However, an important ques- be changed”. tion in the minds of many shop owners in this market Aboud Al-Yamani, an employee of the Al-Qahfi has been — Can Al-Mubarakiya preserve its heritage and Al-Aql store, said, “The high rents of the mar- identity in the future, in light of the increasing de- ket stores in the recent years have made many store mand to change the activities of its heritage shops?, owners opt to sell them to state-supported small and reports Al-Rai daily. medium-sized enterprises. The daily toured Mubarakiya market to obtain the If you want to see how the activity of the shops opinions of a number of old shop owners regard- is starting to change here in Mubarakiya, you should ing the tendency of some traditional and craft store look at Al-Gharabally Street. Here, the shops used to owners to change their activities in favor of regu- be dominated by the activity of selling bishts, but now lar activities such as restaurants, cafes and perfume the activity has been replaced by selling perfumes”. stores, as some of them expressed their fear of loss One of the shoppers Mashari Al-Turki said he of Mubarakiya’s heritage identity that attracts tourists wished for the state’s support for the owners of herit- from various places, especially the people of the Gulf age shops to preserve their ancient craft activities in countries who consider Souk Al-Mubarakiya as one order to preserve the identity of the market, which of Kuwait’s landmarks. attracts thousands of visitors from both outside and The shop owners called on the concerned authori- inside Kuwait. ties to preserve the old shops and activities in the market from extinction. Al-Turki indicated that, “Many countries of the Fahad Al-Thuwaikh, the owner of a gift and per- world are usually keen to enhance the identity of their fume shop, said, “Unfortunately, the Mubarakiya old markets, and to show tourists and visitors their market in recent years has started to lose part of its cultural identity. Therefore, Kuwait is supposed to taste that is known to everyone, especially our broth- protect its heritage identity represented in the Muba- ers in the Gulf countries. They would visit its markets rakiya market.” to shop for bisht (traditional coats) and readymade A number of shop owners thanked Sheikha Amthal KUNA photo Al-Ahmad for her efforts to set up shutters and pre- The representative of the World Health Organization in Kuwait Dr. Asaad Hafeez during his visit to the vaccination children’s clothes at the cheapest prices. center recently. Gulf visitors are considered as a mirror for us, the vent cars from entering the market in 2007. owners of the shops. When they ask about the herit- They said they hoped the concerned authorities age shops that have changed their activities, it means would devote their efforts in the coming period to Positive dialogue, follow up needed the market is already losing its heritage identity.” preserve the market’s identity. At the entrance to Al-Gharabally Street, Uncle Ab- They suggested forming a board of trustees for dullah Al-Tamimi sits on a chair inside his shop that Souk Al-Mubarakiya from the capital or market mer- Family role vital in educating kids on drugs danger specializes in selling household utensils. chants to preserve the identity of the heritage market, He expressed his regret at the level the market has and to develop proposals that benefi t the market’s ac- KUWAIT CITY, June 26, (KUNA): The Ministry of In- extensive and continuous awareness campaigns, and reached in recent years, after the replacement of old tivities, saying they wish to utilize some of the mar- terior announced the launch of the media campaign on this was translated into the launch of the National Pro- shop owners in favor of entrepreneurs who special- ket squares to establish shops for retired owners of the policy and management of drug abuse prevention ject for Drug Prevention Policy and Management, which ized in new activities. traditional crafts, and rent to them at nominal prices coinciding with the celebration of the International Day is implemented in cooperation between the Ministry of Al-Tamimi said, “I cannot blame the owners of to preserve the old craftsmanship in order to prevent for Drug Control on Saturday, in cooperation with the Interior, the General Secretariat of the Supreme Council old stores who are offered up to KD 40,000 or KD their disappearance. General Administration for Drug Control. for Planning and Development and the United Nations The Director General of the General Department of Program Development (UNDP). Relations and Security Media at the Ministry of Interior, He pointed out that the family plays a major role in Brigadier-General Tawheed Al-Kandari, said in a state- educating its children about the dangers of drugs and rais- ment that the awareness campaign come from the ad- ing their awareness of this deadly scourge, stressing the ministration’s guidance role to raise the level of societal importance of positive dialogue with them, listening to Positive feedback about awareness of the seriousness of the drug scourge, espe- them and following up on them in order to protect them cially among young people. from bad companions. Brigadier Al-Kandari stated that the administration, in He called on all media and social media to support the cooperation with the General Administration for Drug campaign to contribute to raising awareness to reduce the Control, activates drug prevention initiatives through effects of illegal drugs among all segments of society. MEW’s latest hotline 153

‘Call and explain your problem’

KUWAIT CITY, June 26: The services provided by the “153” Customer Ser- vice Call Center, during the fi rst week of its inau- guration, received positive feedback from the custom- ers of the Ministry of Elec- tricity, Water and Renew- able Energy who wished to complete the transactions related to entering their meter reading, paying their bills, and others. This con- fi rms the unparalleled suc- cess of the idea of its estab- lishment, reports Al-Rai daily. KUNA photo Director of Customer Services Foreign Minister and Minister of State for Cabinet Affairs, Sheikh Dr. Ah- Department Falah Al-Mutairi mad Nasser Al-Mohammad Al-Sabah discussed bilateral ties with Bahrain said, “The ministry, based on its Ambassador to Kuwait Salah Ali Al-Malki. (KUNA) orientation towards digital trans- formation through electronic automation of its services and ‘Protect medical personnel’ diversifi cation of e-service provi- sion sources, has adopted and im- plemented this project to facilitate ‘Doctors attackers to face lawsuits’ procedures for various customer segments and to complete their KUWAIT CITY, June 26: Ku- He affi rmed that medical infor- electricity and water transactions wait Medical Association (KMA) mation regarding corona and its without the need for them to at- Chairman Dr Ahmad Al-Enezi an- sources are now available with ev- tend in person”. nounced that KMA will fi le cases idence that refutes all rumors and The phone call service has given against those who tried to harm personal views regarding the virus. customers, who are not profi cient doctors and their dignity; indicat- He stressed that the ethics of the in dealing with electronic appli- ing four such cases have so far medical profession are the bases cations that the ministry provides been fi led in courts, reports Al- for serving and communicating through its website, the opportu- Qabas daily. with the community, asserting the He pointed out that doubting the nity to complete their transactions KMA always takes quick legal ac- without any complication. All it humanitarian work of doctors and spreading false information or ru- tion to deter anyone keen on harm- takes is to call the number 153 and ing the medical entity — the foun- follow the steps to complete their mors negatively affects health se- curity in the country. dation of health security. transactions as quickly as possi- He urged the Ministry of Health ble”. He called on the civil society to protect the workers in all technical to take action against those com- Al-Mutairi highlighted the cent- promising the human values of er’s success in completing about sectors, especially the medical per- sonnel who have been fi ghting for doctors’ work and those who 200 to 300 transactions per day, people’s lives during the corona threaten health security by spread- despite its launch not too long ago, pandemic. ing rumors. in addition to the inquiries it re- ceives daily, which range from 400 to 600 inquiries. its affi liated offi ces. 153 to inquire about the value of He explained, “The establish- The idea of establishing the the invoice and the method of pay- ment of the customer service center center was born within a set of ment. The entire transaction was will ease the pressure experienced ideas that were developed with the completed in less than two min- in the ministry’s head offi ce and aim of digital transformation of the utes. its external sector offi ces, and will ministry’s services, especially to Al-Mutairi explained that the allow the employees to work on help customers who are not good call center provides fi ve main ser- developing work mechanisms for at dealing with the services pro- vices among other services. They reducing the documentary cycle vided by the ministry through its are: and completing the largest number website, in order to facilitate them 1. Inquiries about electricity and of transactions. and help them complete their work water bills The center provides its services from their homes, workplaces or 2. Entry of meter readings through a national cadre trained to wherever they are”. 3. Payment of bills deal with customers through the The daily conducted a test call 4. Issuance of clearance telephone service without the need with the Director of Customer Ser- 5. Receipt of meter check re- for the latter to visit the ministry or vices Department on the number quests ARAB TIMES, SUNDAY, JUNE 27, 2021 LOCAL 3 diwaniya A DIGEST OF PUBLIC OPINION ‘Vaccinate people with education, intellect, health in brave reforms’

“THE vaccination is a precondition for allowing people to enter the malls and take,” columnist Mohammad Al-Ruwaihel mused for Al-Jarida daily. custom in determining ministerial seats should not be adhered to in the future.’ commercial complexes in addition to travel out of the country,” columnist Dr. “My dear MP keep in mind that the parliamentary seat is not a machine to “Are these the concerns of MPs? Has the issue of where the ministers sit and Turki Al-Azmi wrote for Al-Rai daily. make money, earn prestige and private interest like some people, rather it is a where the lawmakers sit become a preoccupation for a country that is facing “This means you have to get yourself vaccinated, otherwise you should stay great source of honesty, national responsibility, legitimacy. It is the duty of the serious and fateful challenges? put in your homes while the country fi ghts the Covid-19 pandemic because ac- one who wins the election to be a statesman, a honorable politician and a man “The National Assembly sessions have been suspended for two whole cording to some people this is the only way the country can return to normalcy, of noble principle, and not the one who runs after private agendas. months due to the intransigence of some parliamentarians regarding the issue of given the fact these people consider all types of vaccina- “In this connection, I would like to point out that some people who have the ministers’ sitting arrangement and their insistence on rejecting the Assembly’s tions fall under the emergency item, and as such the out- honor to be a Parliament member has to differentiate between the candidate and decision to postpone the Prime Minister’s interpellations. comes of the vaccinations are likely to appear only after the nation’s representative. “With this disruption, many of the nation’s and citizens’ priorities are stuck two years, hence we found many countries in the world “Consequently, we have observed that many MPs are still captive of the men- somewhere. Had it not been for the Assembly Offi ce’s decision to hold a spe- are not committed to compulsory vaccination. tality of the candidates even after winning the elections and this is evident through cial session on budgets, many sectors in the State would have been paralyzed, “It is needless to say the corona pandemic and its muta- what they say and do. This happens although the candidate does nothing except appointments and projects would have stopped, and promotions, rewards, al- tions, have created a controversial issue to such an extent, give election pledges to the voters, while the MP pursuant to the constitution and lowances and students’ scholarships would have been hampered. we are still searching for more accurate data to surmount valid laws is authorized to translate these pledges into reality, as such we should “Is this the democracy that some want? Are they trying to impose their will this ambiguity which revolves around the effectiveness of differentiate between a candidate and the MP to surmount the phenomenon of on others?” the vaccines and if there will be any side effects. political manipulation, particularly since we know it is the MP who is responsible ❑ ❑ ❑ “However, we say we need a ‘vaccination’ to protect for the devastation of the state and creating a state of chaos and corruption. the country and its potentials by fi ghting the ghost of “In the meantime, we suggest the ministers should realize their national re- “The progress of nations is measured by the commitment of their societies to corruption and getting rid of bureaucracy in addition to Turki Al-Azmi sponsibilities and bear in mind that an MP is not a permanent opponent and cultural and healthy behaviors which start with the family by spreading health shunning what we call political money and favoritism realize that they are chosen for the welfare of the country and not for getting awareness among its members. This is in addition to the health capabilities that and set up a new vision for the State of Kuwait to enable it surmount the differ- bogged down in disputes. the State provides to its citizens, and health awareness programs aimed at moti- ent aspects of the crisis which we have been facing over the years. “In other words, both the ministers and the MPs have been placed in their vating citizens to feel responsible and recognize the importance of facing epidem- “Consequently, the talk about ‘return of hope’ will begin from this point to respective positions for the sake of cooperation with each other and for con- ics,” columnist Rtd Major General Adel Al-Ebraheem wrote for Al-Anba daily. build the State of Kuwait, because based on a neutral viewpoint, we at the mo- certing their efforts and working sincerely for the good of the homeland and “Since Kuwait, like the rest of the world, is keen on working hard to confront ment have only two choices, either a strong reform compounded with a brave the citizens. They should work hand in hand for the glory of the homeland, the corona pandemic, it has done everything in its power to protect society from decision or an inevitable collapse that we will witness in the next few years. progress, the citizen’s luxury and stability. this epidemic as it was one of the fi rst countries to purchase approved vaccines “In this context, we say it is known to everybody that the accumulation of “We have observed that a majority of the MPs are behaving as if they are can- and provide them to both the citizens and expatriates, with the aim of achieving fi les and fake accounts in the social media makes us wonder about the educa- vassing for parliamentary elections. It is obvious some of these MPs are currently societal immunity against this epidemic. tion. What is the use of the law if it is not fairly applied? If an individual or living in a state of fear of the possibility of the dissolution of the Parliament. “Many measures were taken, which had negative effects on the economic group is exposed to injustice what the law can do? Why the other opinion is “We wonder when the homeland will witness a change in the atmosphere and fi elds but they were inevitable. The government has started to ease some meas- intentionally eliminated? Where are the effi cient people? see the MPs and ministers working for the good of the nation and devote their ures, while stressing the importance of adhering to health regulations. “Meanwhile, we look for return to the good old days in spite of the existence time and energies for the sake of the higher interest of the country.” “On the other hand, we fi nd a group in society that rejects vaccination and of the symbols of corruption. I believe the absence of transparency is the main ❑ ❑ ❑ has expressed its opinion on rejecting or forcing it. With due respect to the point reason behind our setback at all the levels including our failure to realize the of view of this group, protecting the health of society remains a governmental global economic changes that occurred post corona pandemic. “What happened at Abdullah Al-Salem Hall during the recent National Assem- responsibility, while respecting the right of others who do not want to take the “In conclusion, we suggest that ‘immunity’ against the sickness is not lim- bly session on budgets was unfortunate and sad. It was unfortunate and sad that the vaccine. Nevertheless, the government keeps on imposing procedures it deems ited to taking of the vaccine only against corona, because we need to vaccinate session hall turned into a boxing or wrestling arena where some MPs engaged in all appropriate to protect society from this epidemic. the community in the area of education, health, intellect and investment front kinds of martial arts like karate, taekwondo and kung fu. They also used the Oqal “Kuwait is not the only one imposing some measures towards the unvac- and this cannot be realized unless we undertake brave reforms, because the as a combat tool against the opponents or even those whose opinion differ from cinated, as some countries forced unvaccinated employees to take unpaid leave homeland can be built only by those who are keen to build it and understand the theirs,” columnist Abdulrahman Al-Awwad wrote for Al-Sabah daily. such as Russia. Also, the health passport is passed between countries. meaning of the right reformative change.” “Ironically, some MPs did not feel that what happened was a catastrophe by all “Therefore, the citizen is free to take the vaccination or not, and in return the standards and a complete distancing from all parliamentary traditions which laid State has the right to impose its own procedures that it deems appropriate to Also: down the principles and rules for parliamentary practice that should not be crossed. ensure health security in the community.” “Oh my dear citizen, why do you contest parliamentary elections? Do you “After the session, they started talking about other issues. One of them said know your duties if you get elected? Do you know the meaning of the oath you ‘the government was overthrown during Tuesday’s session and the parliamentary — Compiled by Zaki Taleb Other Voices ‘Traffi c Dept’ issues citations to Clearing articles backlog car repair shops violating rules By Ahmad alsarraf to a call of legal duty. They signed a statement rejecting have been writing about 30 articles the ruling of the Constitutional Court Ia month for nearly two decades on the pretext that the Court of Cas- Murder charge fi led for assaulting offi cer without stopping. I publish about 20 sation had earlier concluded, through of them and I accumulate the rest. its ruling, that Al-Dahoum is eligible By Munif Nayef After a while, I do away with some to run for the elections and that there of what I have accumulated because was no legal impediment to his run- Al-Seyassah Staff the topics become outdated or my ning for the elections because he ap- KUWAIT CITY, June 26: Personnel from mood changes about them and what parently had fulfi lled all the require- remains awaits publication and the ments for candidacy stipulated in the the General Traffi c Department (GTD) waiting period extends for years and Constitution and in the electoral law, launched an extensive campaign on car it is not an exaggeration. and on the basis of which Al-Dahoum repair garages in the Shuwaikh Industrial I do not really know how to deal participated in the elections on Dec 5, with these ac- 2020 and won the seat. Area in coordination with the Kuwait Mu- cumulated arti- Consequently, the senior profes- nicipality and the Ministry of Electricity and cles, especially sors and doctors issued their state- Water (MEW), reports Al-Seyassah daily. since I am al- ment supporting the verdict of the The campaign resulted in the GTD issuing 130 viola- ready tired of Court of Cassation as it is the highest tions while the MEW issued 61 citations. writing and re- court in the country, and in support According to a security source, the campaign which was viewing them of the three appeals submitted by conducted by the technical vehicles testing sector targeted ga- as I am neither Badr al-Dahoum against the rulings rages which changed the features of the vehicles and repaired an expert writ- of the Constitutional Court annulling cars without permission from the concerned authority. er nor a profes- his membership in the National As- The source pointed out the campaign included punishing sional. sembly, expecting that the Cassation vehicle-owners who obstructed the movement on the road and The Pakistan Navy ship ‘Saif’ docked at the Shuwaikh Port. I thought of Court will inevitably rule by accept- stressed that the security campaigns will continue to curb vio- stopping com- alsarraf ing the appeals, and the validity of lations by garage owners. pletely from the election Al-Dahoum as a deputy. ❑ ❑ ❑ Pakistan Navy ship ends visit following events and reading news- Some considered their statement Murder charges: Personnel from the Criminal Investigation papers and this clears my mind, and I either as interfering in the verdict of The Pakistan Navy ship ‘Saif’ which was statement the ship and the crew was do not fi nd news or urgent matter that Department (CID) have arrested a Kuwaiti who had been sen- on a visit to Kuwait as part of the deploy- welcomed by the Ambassador of Paki- the Court of Cassation or as express- tenced in absentia to four years in prison. ment of the Regional Maritime Security stan to Kuwait Syed Sajjad Haider and motivates me to write about it, thus ing a fi nal opinion of a group of law He was found guilty of assaulting a Sentences Enforcement this will give me time to revise the Patrol (RMSP) in the west docked at the Embassy’s Counselor, Tahrim Elias, professors about what the ruling will Department offi cer while attempting to arrest him. He was ar- the Shuwaikh Port. The ship paid a in the presence of Lieutenant-Colonel articles which are in my archive and end up with and both are unaccepta- rested a few days ago in a suburb of Sulaibikhat. call last Tuesday and was supposed to Saleh Al-Duwaisan from the Public Re- publish them successively. ble. The security source added the Public Prosecution has fi led a leave port on Saturday, reports the Ara- lations Department of the Kuwaiti Army It is a solution which sounds easy On June 16, 2021, the Court of new charge of ‘attempted murder’ against the man. bic daily Al-Seyassah. and Captain Jassim Al-Loughani from to talk about but hard to implement. Cassation issued its verdict that the ❑ ❑ ❑ The Pakistani embassy said in a the Kuwaiti Navy. Dear reader! Do you have another three appeals may not be considered, 20 sentenced: The Criminal Court has acquitted 20 citizens solution? and that the rulings issued by the On March 14, 2021, the Consti- who had allegedly organized primaries in the fi rst election con- Constitutional Court, including the stituency for the Al-Awazem tribe, including MPs Ahmad Al- ‘No Kuwaitis hit by Czech tornadoes’ tutional Court issued a verdict de- rulings on the appeals to the National claring null and void the election of Shahoumi and Youssef Al-Gharib. Assembly elections are fi nal that do The Public Prosecution had earlier decided to release the VIENNA, June 26, (KUNA): No Kuwaiti He said that Kuwaitis usually fl ock to ar- former MP Badr Al-Dahoum in the not need comment, interpretation, participants from the Al-Awazem tribe primaries, on 1,000 di- citizens are present in areas affected by eas that are far from those affected. 2020 parliamentary elections on the modifi cation or alteration. nars bail each. The primary was held to choose a candidate to a devastating tornado that hit parts of the Reports said that the tornado struck vil- grounds he did not fulfi ll the condi- This is what Professor Imad Al- represent the tribe from the fi rst constituency in the National Czech Republic, the embassy in Prague lages and towns in the southeast of the tions for candidacy. Saif predicted and stressed at an early Assembly elections. confi rmed on Friday. country, killing at least three people and Former MP Al-Dahoum did not ac- stage through his sarcastic tweets on The Prosecution had also charged the men with violating The embassy did not receive any notifi ca- injuring dozens more. cept the ruling of the Constitutional April 4, 2021. health requirements of the Ministry of Health which the sus- tions regarding the presence of Kuwaitis in Several buildings and homes have been Court and decided to fi le three ap- We wonder why the outputs of Ku- pects had denied. those areas, Kuwait’s Ambassador Rashed reduced to rubble, with electricity cut off peals before the Court of Cassation wait University are weak. ❑ ❑ ❑ Al-Hajeri said in a statement. for more than 40,000 families. challenging the decision of the Con- * * * stitutional Court, asking for his rein- Case of ‘illegal’ sex: The Court of Appeal, headed by Coun- I mentioned in a recent article selor Nasr Al Haid has set Sept 2, 2021, to look into the case of statement. that the popular uprising in Iraq While awaiting the verdict of the a lawyer and a nurse who are accused of illicit sexual relations took place after the 2003 war and of and aborting the fetus, reports Al-Seyassah daily. Court of Cassation, 16 university course it took place after the war to The accused who attended the session have been sent to the professors and human rights defend- liberate Kuwait in 1991. Sorry for the Central Prison. ers, including the recently elected omission. The Criminal Court had earlier sentenced the lawyer to 7 MP Obaid Al-Wasmi met at the end ❑ ❑ ❑ years in prison for having illicit sexual relationship and three of March 2021, in realizing their na- years for participating in aborting the fetus. The nurse was also tional responsibility and in response e-mail: [email protected] sentenced to similar term. Reduce exemptions, CSC urged Plan to mitigate dust ‘Covid-19 measures cause of delay’ storms by year 2035

KUWAIT CITY, June 26: According to large scale. KUWAIT CITY, June 26: President of the Environment Pro- informed sources, the Ministry of Com- The ministry is seeking to increase its tection Society Dr. Wejdan Al-Oqab revealed a number of merce and Industry is planning to address ability for completing the transactions proposals and sustainable solutions adopted by the society to the Civil Service Commission (CSC) of its clients, especially since the recent mitigate sand and dust storms in Kuwait by the year 2035, re- to reduce the percentage of exemptions period witnessed a congestion due to ports Al-Anba daily. In a press statement, Al-Oqab presented granted to ministry employees based on the lack of employees working on them the outlines of the targeted plan between 2022 and 2035 to the COVID-19 procedures, reports Al- compared to the number of transactions mitigate sand and dust storms. Rai daily. required to be completed. She stressed that there is no alternative to implementing an ambitious program for afforestation and increasing greenery in They explained that the number of The decrease in the number of em- Kuwait, fi xing local sources of sand and dust with environmen- those exempted from working in the min- ployees of the ministry of Commerce tally friendly materials, and evaluating, monitoring and control- istry is currently about 1,000 employees, compared to what is required of its de- ling sandstorms and dust throughout the planned period. and about one-third of them work in the partments is primarily based on the cor- Al-Oqab called on the concerned authorities in the country corporate sector. This greatly reduces the porate sector, which is facing a decline in to cooperate by activating Article 118 of the Environment Pro- operational capacity of the ministry’s ser- its operational strength by about 300 to tection Law No. 42/2014, which is concerned with preparing vices, which deals with the public on a 400 employees. emergency plans and managing natural hazards. ARAB TIMES, SUNDAY, JUNE 27, 2021 LOCAL 4

National Day greetings sent HH the Amir congratulates Slovenia, Madagascar and Croatia KUWAIT CITY, June 26, (KUNA): bah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah sent His Highness the Amir Sheikh similar cables. Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah Meanwhile, His Highness the Amir HH the Amir sends condolences to Czech leader over tornado victims sent Saturday a cable of congratula- Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber KUWAIT CITY, June 26, (KUNA): His Highness the Amir Sheikh Nawaf His Highness the Amir also wished those injured a speedy recovery. tions to the President of Slovenia Al-Sabah sent Saturday a cable of con- Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah sent a letter on Friday to Czech Republic Presi- His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Meshaal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al- Borut Pahor, on the occasion of his gratulations to the President of Mada- dent Milos Zeman, extending his condolences over the victims of a tornado, Sabah and His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad country’s National Day. gascar Andry Rajoelina, on the occa- southeast of the country, which left dozens killed and injured. Al-Sabah both sent similar messages. His Highness the Deputy Amir sion of his country’s National Day. and Crown Prince Sheikh Meshaal His Highness the Deputy Amir and Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah and His High- Crown Prince and His Highness the Also, His Highness the Amir ad- ulations to the President of Croatia his country’s National Day. Crown Prince and His Highness the ness the Prime Minister Sheikh Sa- Prime Minister sent similar cables. dressed on Friday a cable of congrat- Zoran Milanovic, on the occasion of His Highness the Deputy Amir and Prime Minister sent similar cables. Several stranded Egyptians seek early jabs in bid to Kuwait return Request submitted to minister of health’s office

KUWAIT CITY, June 26: Several Egyptians employed in Kuwait are now stranded in their country as they have been unable to return Photo by Mohamed Morsi since they traveled for Imported fi sh continues to dominate the market. vacation due to the co- rona crisis, reports Al- Decision on ‘auctions’ cited reason Qabas daily quoting an offi cial source from the Health Ministry in Mead fi sh continues to evade Egypt. In an exclusive statement to local consumers and traders the daily, the source disclosed that these Egyptians have KUWAIT CITY, June 26: Nine days after the of Health and the Corona Emergency Com- asked the ministry to sched- start of the fi shing season for mead in local mittee in the Cabinet to consider its request ule their vaccination against waters, mead continues to be a rarity in the and approve the fi sh auction under the su- corona as soon as possible, local fi sh market, reports Al-Seyassah daily. pervision of the Ministry of Commerce and so they can return to Kuwait The same can be said of other Kuwaiti the regulatory authorities in the market since before the expiration of their fi sh produce and the market continues to be the mead fi shing season in the middle of this dominated by imported fi sh. The mead fi sh, month has so far been disappointing, espe- residency permits. according to sources, continues to evade cially amid the restrictions placed by the The source said about 100 consumers and traders allegedly because of PAAAFR. Egyptians have communicated ❑ ❑ ❑ with the ministry through social the decisions related to auctions inside the media and submitted a request to market which prompted most of the fi sher- The Business Environment Improvement the Office of the Minister of men to sell their fi sh in auctions ‘outside’ the Committee (BEIC) has given nod to the Health. market where the price of a basket of mead proposal to exempt small and medium en- The source added these is said to have reached 120 dinars. terprises (SMEs) from all customs duties for Egyptians requested for acceler- Some sources said 30 baskets of mead one year, reports Al-Anba daily. ating their vaccination, so they were sold at ‘outside’ auctions Friday, and The committee’s report, a copy of which Photo by Mohammad Morsi can travel to Kuwait which all this is due to the decisions that oblige has been obtained by the daily, stated the Large number of visitors seen at the Avenues Mall on Friday. recently announced its decision fi shermen to fi sh outside the Kuwait Bay. proposal was submitted by MPs Dr. Ab- to allow the entry of non-Kuwait- Although the mead fi shing season began dulaziz Al-Saqabi, Dr. Hamad Al-Matar and Unusual crowding witnessed at restaurants, shops is starting from Aug 1 provided on June 15, and despite the availability of the Osama Al-Shaheen, and that the proposal they got two doses of any of the mead fi sh inside the Kuwait Bay, the fi sher- was considered by the committee in its meet- men are believed to be waiting for a decision ing on March 24, and after discussion and Restaurants, markets and malls in Kuwait witnessed of more than 6000 sqm, as of Sunday, June 27, 2021. vaccines approved in Kuwait. At the beginning of the vacci- from the Public Authority for Agricultural exchange of views, it ended with approving an unusual high turnout Friday, especially since Friday Meanwhile, the Al-Rai daily said Kuwait Munici- Affairs and Fish Resources (PAAAFR) to the proposal unanimously. was the last day for people who are not vaccinated to pality fi eld inspection teams, in cooperation with the nation campaign, Egypt used the Chinese Sinopharm vaccine for allow fi shing inside the Bay. The report will be submitted to the Coun- have access to these places, reports Al-Qabas daily. securitymen, closed the entry gates to one of the This is in addition to the demand of the It is noteworthy to mention, the Council of Ministers well-known complexes because of the big crowd of the elderly and AstraZeneca for cil of Ministers to do what it deems appro- has taken a decision to prevent people who are not people inside the complex fearing for not complying the youths. It also signed a con- Kuwaiti Fishermen’s Union to the Ministry priate. immune to the coronavirus, whether those who have with health requirements. tract for procure 25 million doses not received the vaccine or those recovering from This came before the decision goes into effect Sun- of Johnson & Johnson vaccine, the infection and have not completed 90 days from day to prevent non-vaccinated people from entering the which will contribute to acceler- Indian Embassy press release entering public restaurants, cafes, health clubs, sa- complexes and restaurants and many people report- ating the pace of vaccination, the lons and major commercial complexes with an area edly took advantage of the holiday to buy their needs. source concluded. KSHR issues study Send request to [email protected] Study on women’s situation in Kuwait during pandemic Only emergency consular services until July 1 KUWAIT CITY, June 26: The Indian the next couple of weeks stand resched- KUWAIT CITY, June 26: According to a human cludes the conditions faced by women aged 18 and tion measures in homes, places of study and work, Embassy in Kuwait will remain closed uled until further notice. rights study, women working in medical facilities over. and the measures taken by stakeholders towards for consular services until July 1, 2021 Meanwhile, the Al-Rai daily quoted are more vulnerable to COVID-19 infection than It stated that, “The social conditions that accom- women. as part of the precautionary health the Indian Ambassador HE Sibi George those who do not work in those facilities, and thus panied the spread of the virus imposed on wom- It also identifi ed fears faced by women and their measures related to Covid-19, how- as saying he has contracted the corona- put their families at a higher risk of infection, re- en to spend more time at home, bear the burden expectations from the spread of the COVID-19 ever, emergency consular services will virus despite receiving the two doses of ports Al-Rai daily. of caring for children and the elderly, had more pandemic. continue to be rendered by the mission the vaccine, commitment to all health It revealed that the family members of 83 per- household tasks and chores to carry out, and suf- The study highlighted the high level of psy- on prior appointment basis, says a press requirements. He added, the swab test cent of the women who were infected with the vi- fered from isolation and deprivation of social in- chological anxiety among the sample used in the release issued by the embassy. was positive. rus had shown symptoms of infection. teraction. The situation also led to an increase in study, which was 68 percent. There was also the The request for emergency consular He pointed out he is home quaran- The study was issued by the Kuwait Society for the rate of violence against women. In general, a concern about exposure to the virus, which was services can be sent to cons1.kuwait@ tined and follows all health require- Human Rights and carried out with the coopera- high rate of violence especially against women is about 59 percent. Women employees and students mea.gov.in; the three passport service ments. He called on all those who came tion of the US-Middle East Partnership Initiative. recorded during emergency situations, including expressed fear of losing their jobs and wages, and centers will continue to function as nor- in in contact with him during the past It is the fi rst study that deals with women’s rights outbreak of pandemics or epidemics”. of failing in their studies respectively, which was mal. All embassy organized events for ten days to take the necessary measures. in Kuwait during the spread of epidemics, and in- The study diagnosed the protection and preven- about 53 percent. Equal rights sought Private oil sector workers threaten to go on a strike By Fares Al Abadan Al-Seyassah Staff and Agencies KUWAIT CITY, June 26: Workers of private oil sector have threatened to go on a strike if their demands for equal- ity with their counterparts in the government oil sector are not met. On Wednesday, dozens of employees of private oil com- panies staged a sit-in in front of the headquarters of the Pe- troleum Workers Union to demand benefi ts and regulatory amendments that would place them in the ranks of employ- ees of the government oil sector. Several representatives of different syndicates and labor unions were present at the location. Head of the Kuwait Trade Union Federation Ahmed Al- Enezi affi rmed that the sit-in will be followed by strikes if the concerned authorities does not comply and sit at the ne- gotiating table to come to an agreement about the preserva- tion of the rights of the workers of this sector. He stressed the need to implement Law No. 28/1969, amend the Kuwaitization regulations, and apply the princi- ple of justice and equality stipulated in the constitution. Representatives of the Union of Petroleum Workers and the Petrochemical Industry, the Workers Union of the Gulf Oil Company, and the National Petroleum Union also af- fi rmed their support for the demands of private oil sector workers for their full due rights. They expressed their astonishment over the matter, say- ing, “There is no sense in devouring the rights of oil workers in an oil-producing country like Kuwait”. Meanwhile, according to a high-ranking oil source, Ku- wait Petroleum Corporation (KPC) has made great strides in restructuring the oil sector, with an international consulting house developing a detailed plan for the restructuring pro- cess, the main features of which so far have been to keep the KPC as it is, and for it to be incorporated by three independ- ent companies, reports Al-Anba daily. The source explained that the three independent compa- nies would be as follows - a company concerned with explo- ration and production inside Kuwait, a company concerned with refi ning and manufacturing inside Kuwait, and the third company concerned with global operations. KPC will have three main sectors under its umbrella. It will transfer the dependency of the Kuwait Oil Tankers Company to the global marketing sector. ARAB TIMES, SUNDAY, JUNE 27, 2021 LOCAL 5

Text will be submitted to member states for adoption Kuwait-chaired UNESCO committee approves AI code of ethics PARIS, June 26, (KUNA): A Kuwait- chaired UNESCO ad hoc committee endorsed Friday the fi nal draft text of the Recommendation on the Ethics of Dr. Fayza Al-Kharafi honored with ‘Leadership Award’ Artifi cial Intelligence (AI). Kuwait’s delegate to the UN orga- KUWAIT CITY, June 26: The the benefi t of my country.” nization and the Chairperson of the Egyptian Minister of Culture, Dr. She stressed that this honor is UNESCO intergovernmental special Enas Abdel-Dayem, and the Sec- “for Kuwait and for the Kuwaiti committee meeting of technical and retary-General of the Aswan Inter- woman,” noting her activity in legal experts Dr. Adam Al-Mulla told national Women’s Film Festival, many other works in Kuwaiti so- KUNA that the committee had ratifi ed Ambassador Mervat Al-Telawi, ciety, including voluntary, chari- the draft text today at the conclusion honored Dr. Fayza Al-Kharafi with table and educational work in ad- of its second meeting which lasted for the Leadership Award as the fi rst fe- dition to politics. fi ve days. male university director in the Arab Dr. Fayza Al-Kharafi also re- He said the approved text, the fi rst region. called her membership in many of its kind, will serve as an ethical This came during the opening of important councils in the country, guiding compass and a global norma- the festival’s activities which were including the Supreme Council for tive bedrock to respect the rule of law in the digital world. held under the title ‘The Nile Cycle’, Planning and the Supreme Council Al-Mulla noted that 300 experts in the presence of Aswan Gover- for education, the Academic Ac- from 102 countries and 49 observers nor Ashraf Attia, President of the creditation Council, and the Ku- have participated in the meeting. National Council for Women, Dr. wait Foundation for the Advance- The text will be submitted to mem- KUNA photo Maya Morsi, Head of the European ment of Sciences. ber states for adoption at the 41st Dr. Adam Al-Mulla Union Delegation to Egypt Christian It is noteworthy that Dr. Al- UNESCO General Conference in No- Burger, and a large number of Egyp- Kharafi held the position of Director vember 2021, he pointed out. It stressed that the world needs a tian, Arab and international art and of Kuwait University from 1993- UNESCO efforts to write and ne- human-centered artifi cial intelligence cinema stars. 2002, and is considered the fi rst gotiate an international code of ethics to be used for the greater interest of the In a statement to reporters, Dr. woman to hold the position of Direc- for artifi cial intelligence had begun in people, not the other way around. Fayza Al-Kharafi expressed her hap- Dr Fayza Al-Kharafi with the award. tor of a university in the Arab world November 2019. The UNESCO believes that the de- piness with this honor, especially and the Middle East, the fi rst Gulf According to the UNESCO, the ne- velopment of a comprehensive global that it came from a party that cares tant thing.” on this basis, and I hope that I have woman to obtain the rank of minis- gotiated text aims to fi nd international standard-setting instrument would pro- about women, women’s issues and She said, “I spent my life in educa- played my part for my country, Ku- ter, and the fi rst Kuwaiti woman to and national policies and regulatory vide artifi cial intelligence with a strong education, “and this is a very impor- tion and upbringing, so I am honored wait, and for all that I have done for obtain a doctorate in chemistry. frameworks to ensure that artifi cial in- ethical basis, that will not only protect telligence technologies benefi t human- but also promote human rights and hu- ity as a whole. man dignity. Kuwaiti groups intensify charitable activities amid international praise

Aid focused on Lebanon, Palestine, Yemen and India

KUWAIT CITY, June 26, (KUNA): Kuwaiti insti- tutions and bodies have intensified their renewed humanitarian activity to provide support to broth- erly and friendly countries, amid international praise for Kuwait’s humanitarian efforts and solidarity with refugees around the world. KUNA photo The Capital Governor and the Head of the Capital Municipality’s Emer- The foreign aid provided by Ku- gency Team inspect the violating buildings. waiti institutions and bodies dur- ing the week focused on Lebanon, Palestine, Yemen and India, and Sheikh Al-Khaled visits Capital areas included relief, health, educational and development fields in addition to supporting efforts to combat Gov stresses importance COVID- 19. Beginning with Lebanon, Lebanese President Michel Aoun expressed his of Municipality campaign appreciation for the keenness of the State of Kuwait to help Lebanon and KUWAIT CITY, June 26, become a concern for all of us be- thanked the Kuwait Red Crescent So- (KUNA): Capital Governor cause of its negative repercussions ciety for the continuous support it pro- Sheikh Talal Al-Khaled stressed affecting our society, and it has vided to his country. the importance of the Kuwait Mu- become an epidemic that threatens In a statement, the Lebanese nicipality campaign to remove the Kuwaiti national identity and a presidency said that President Aoun building violations, which was source that has affected various as- praised, in a meeting with the Chair- adopted by the governorate in pects of living life on all health, se- man of the Board of Directors of the support of joint efforts to upgrade curity and social levels, especially Kuwaiti Red Crescent Society, Dr. the capital’s areas and its visions after “the noticeable increase in Hilal Al-Sayer, and his accompany- towards development and modern- employment in model and private ing delegation, the historical relations ization. areas. linking Lebanon and the State of Ku- Sheikh Al-Khaled said in a press He noted the eviction of more wait, and His Highness the Amir, gov- statement on the sidelines of a fi eld than 8,000 single expatriates who ernment and the people. He said, “His visit to a number of areas of the were living in houses in viola- Highness the Amir of Kuwait, Sheikh capital on Friday, that there is an tion of all regulations and laws, Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, increase in the number of building especially those related to health has expressed on more than one oc- removals to 165 cases out of 206 requirements, and the lack of con- casion his love for Lebanon and the warnings of building violations formity of their addresses with the Lebanese and his keenness to provide for investment properties in Sharq, residential addresses recorded in everything that helps to overcome the Al-Mirqab, Qibla and Bneid Al- the civil ID, in addition to their ordeal the country is experiencing in Gar, indicating that the number of overcrowding in places that lack various fi elds. demolitions in Bneid Al-Gar area security and safety conditions. Friendship alone has reached 88, East 65, and In a related context, the gov- Qibla 16, in addition to 8 cases of ernor praised the steps taken by The Lebanese President recalled the removal in the Al-Mirqab area. the Director General of Kuwait friendship he had with His Highness On the other hand, the governor Municipality, Eng. Ahmed Al- the late Amir Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad of the capital stressed the need to Manfouhi, to instruct all teams Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, who stood by move quickly in building labor in all governorates to eliminate Lebanon in regional and international cities that have been expected for building violations, praising at the forums and provided it with support in years, considering that it is an im- same time the efforts of the Capi- all circumstances, wishing the State of portant demand for all Kuwaitis. tal Governorate Municipality’s Kuwait continued progress and pros- He said that the phenomenon of emergency team headed by Zaid perity and its friendly people prosper- KUNA photos the spread of bachelors in the areas Al-Enezi and the team members’ ity and contentment. Distribution of sponsorships to 1,800 orphans through the Kuwaiti Al-Najat Charitable Society. of private and model housing “has continuous and remarkable giving. In his turn, Dr. Al-Sayer said in a statement following the meeting, “We in Lebanon, saying that “our relationship in building and equipping government ciary parties in the besieged sector. presented the contributions of Kuwait with the Lebanese Red Cross is a historic hospitals and vaccination today is a The Director-General of the Soci- BKMTC celebrates 1st anniversary and the KRCS in the event of the Bei- one that we value and appreciate this generous gesture towards Lebanon, ety, Abdulaziz Al-Obeid, told KUNA rut port explosion, when Kuwait initiated partnership between us.” which is in dire need.” He considered that the two food trucks were from the the construction of an air bridge through For his part, Al-Zoghbi thanked the that the importance of this initiative is relief aid that the Society sent to Jor- Bhavan’s Kuwait Malayalam Toast- books in Malayalam, and four works which 18 planes transported more than KRCS for its past and current efforts in that it includes the Lebanese, Syrian dan two weeks ago via a Kuwaiti mili- masters Club (BKMTC), the first in English. His translations of Tagore, 820 tons of relief aid and health supplies.” Lebanon, saying that “the KRCS is an and Palestinian refugees and comes in tary plane to support the brothers in the Malayalam Toastmasters Club in Kahlil Gibran and Rumi are well ac- essential partner in our humanitarian the delicate health and economic con- occupied territories. A Kuwaiti mili- Kuwait is completing its success- claimed. He referred to the initiative of the KRCS ful one year on July 2, 2021 at 4:45 The event will be attended by many to rehabilitate a number of apartments efforts.” This came after Dr. Al-Sayer ditions that Lebanon is going through. tary transport plane carrying 40 tons pm. The event will be held virtu- celebrities and toastmasters from damaged by the port explosion that oc- inaugurated last Sunday medical wards For his part, the Director of the Unit- of food and medical supplies landed in ally on Zoom -- ID: 840 3087 9843; around the world. The club promises curred in August 2020 and to contribute in Hospital for Sisters of the Rosary in ed Nations Relief and Works Agency Amman on the ninth of this month as a Password: bkmtc2021 fun events and an impromptu speech to the restoration of the outpatient build- Beirut, which the association helped for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) in gift from the Kuwait Relief Society to Chief guest K. Jayakumar. IAS, contest during the celebration. The ing in the Children’s Cancer Hospital. restore after it was damaged by the ex- Lebanon, Claudio Cordone, described the Palestinian people. who is also a poet, lyricist, screen- Club President TM Sheeba Premugh “The association took the initiative to plosion of Beirut Port in August 2020. to KUNA the KRCS’s move as a “very The aid comes within the frame- writer and painter, will deliver the key- will preside the meeting. provide relief aid and purchased agricul- After 10 months of renovation work, important” initiative as it contributes work of the popular campaign ‘Fazaa note address. He has written lyrics All Malayalee friends in Kuwait tural crops from Lebanese farmers to dis- Al-Sayer opened three wards, namely to encouraging all residents in Leba- al-Aqsa’, with the participation of 33 for nearly 100 Malayalam films and and other parts of the world are tribute to Syrian refugees,” he said. maternity, internal medicine and or- non, especially Palestinian refugees. Kuwaiti charities, which was launched a number of songs for albums, televi- cordially invited to participate in this He added that the association was thopedics, which were badly damaged He pointed out that this step in the city last May under the auspices of the Ku- sion and radio. He has also written celebration. the fi rst humanitarian organization to in the hospital adjacent to the port, Sidon is very important because the waiti government, following the Israeli and directed a children’s film. He has For more information, contact: provide vaccines against COVID-19 which suffered the largest part of the city includes the largest number of Pal- occupation’s attacks on Palestinians held 17 solo exhibitions in India and T.M. Bijo P. Babu: Mobile & What- and implement a vaccination cam- destruction among Beirut’s hospitals estinians in Lebanon and the vaccina- in Jerusalem and the Gaza Strip. The abroad. He has authored twenty-five sApp: +965 97671194 paign that included Lebanese, Syrian as a result of that explosion. tion process is taking place near them. campaign collected donations amount- and Palestinian refugees, expressing The Kuwaiti Red Crescent Society ing to about 2.330 million Kuwaiti thanks to the Lebanese Ministry of also followed up last Saturday a cam- Vacccine dinars (7.737 million dollars). It came Health for its cooperation in this fi eld. paign to vaccinate refugees in Lebanon In his turn, the director of Sidon from about 59 thousand donors. Al-Sayer indicated the association’s against COVID-19, by launching the Governmental Hospital, Dr. Ahmed In the same context, the Commis- intention to send shipments of milk for vaccination of Palestinian refugees in Al-Samadi, said in his statement to sioner-General of the United Nations children and medicines to treat chronic the city of Sidon in southern Lebanon. KUNA that the Kuwait Red Crescent Relief and Works Agency for Palestine diseases, pointing to the existing coor- The Chairman of the Society’s Board Society’s move contributes to encour- Refugees (UNRWA), Philip Lazzarini, dination between the association and of Directors, Dr. Al-Sayer, supervised aging Palestinian refugees to take the expressed last Wednesday his aspira- the Lebanese Red Cross. Al-Sayer and the vaccination campaign by vaccinat- vaccine, which has become necessary tion to strengthen the partnership with his accompanying delegation later met ing a number of refugees in Sidon, today for the health of society. the State of Kuwait, indicating that with the President of the Lebanese Red where he told Kuwait News Agency In terms of support for the Palestin- he intends to make an offi cial visit to Cross Society, Antoine Al-Zoghbi, and (KUNA) that “protecting society from ian people, a Kuwaiti humanitarian aid the country soon. In an interview with discussed the common issues in which diseases presupposes that vaccination convoy launched last Tuesday from KUNA in Brussels, Lazzarini said, “I the two societies cooperate. includes various groups and regions, Jordan to the Gaza Strip, which is su- am in talks with the Kuwaiti authori- An initiative was presented to the Ku- especially vulnerable groups such as pervised by the Kuwait Relief Society ties regarding an offi cial visit that will waiti Red Crescent Society in the next refugees, which It is in dire need of and The Jordanian Hashemite Charity take place this summer or early au- phase regarding the provision of quanti- health and economic support.” Organization, with which the Kuwait tumn” to discuss more details about ties of infant formula that Lebanon suf- For his part, Director-General of the Relief Society cooperates, drove two the partnership between Kuwait and fers from interruption. Al-Sayer thanked Ministry of Health, Fadi Sinan, praised trucks of food from its warehouses UNRWA, stressing that the State of the Lebanese Red Cross for its coop- in a similar statement to KUNA Ku- in the Zarqa Governorate towards the Kuwait provides “a lot of support to eration and assistance to the Kuwait Red wait’s permanent support for Lebanon, King Hussein crossing, which links refugees and I hope that this will also Crescent Society in implementing its hu- especially in the health sector, and Jordan with the West Bank, in prepa- translate into an ongoing partnership Flyer of ‘Amritham Malayalam’ manitarian and relief efforts and activities “this is prominent in its white hands ration for their delivery to the benefi - with UNRWA.”

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Victims came from around the world As Condo search grows, nearly 160 unaccounted SURFSIDE, Fla., June 26, (AP): consul general in Miami believed The torturous wait for word of that 20 of its citizens were miss- nearly 160 people unaccounted for ing. Another 22 people were unac- after an oceanfront condominium counted for from Argentina, Ven- building collapsed near Miami, ezuela, Uruguay and Paraguay, killing at least four, is taking a toll including relatives of Paraguayan on relatives who can do little but fi rst lady Silvana de Abdo Benítez. pray and hope their loved ones will Meanwhile, a Filipino-Ameri- somehow be found alive in an in- can who loved to play the piano creasingly dire hunt for survivors. and her Chilean husband lived As scores of rescuers used big on the 10th fl oor of the building. machines, small buckets, drones, One fl ight down were Cuban im- micro- migrant grandparents who had phones dreamed of retiring at the beach. and their And just a week ago, a young own hands Paraguayan arrived to work as a on Friday nanny. to pick The Champlain Towers South through the condominium was a true refl ec- mountain tion of Miami’s international mix of debris - South American immigrants, Or- that had thodox Jews, foreign retirees. The Rescue personnel work at the remains of the Champlain Towers South Condo in Surfside, Fla., on Friday, June 25, 2021. The seaside tower collapsed been the 12-story building’s stunning col- on Thursday. (AP) 12-story lapse on Thursday quickly became Burkett Champlain a symbol of international trag- Towers edy, as families around the world ‘Post-Presidency public phase’ South, Rachel Spiegel was anx- hoped for news of loved ones in a ious for any update on her missing terrifi ed state of limbo. News in Brief mother, 66-year-old Judy Spiegel, Among them is Richard Luna, who lived on the sixth fl oor. who is praying for a miracle but Prince Philip honored: Britain’s “I’m just praying for a miracle,” already speaking of his sister in Treasury has unveiled a new special Trump targets impeachment voter Spiegel said. “We’re heartbroken the past tense. Lady Vanessa Luna edition coin to commemorate the life of that she was even in the building.” Villalba, a nanny newly come Prince Philip, who died in April at the WASHINGTON, June 26, (AP): For- nounced the investigations as noth- the face of fi erce criticism from his Jeanne Ugarte was coming to from rural Paraguay, is among age of 99. mer President Donald Trump will re- ing more than a “witch hunt” aimed party’s conservative wing, including grips with what she feared was the 159 people still missing in the The Treasury said Saturday that the turn to the rally stage this weekend, at damaging him politically. his censure by the Ohio Republican a tragic end for longtime friends disintegration of the condominium design of the 5-pound coin had been ap- holding his fi rst campaign-style event Although Trump remains a deeply Party. Juan and Ana Mora and their son into a smoldering heap of twisted proved by Philip in 2008. It features an since leaving the White House as he polarizing fi gure, he is extremely At the same time, Trump contin- Juan Jr., who was visiting his par- metal and concrete in Surfside, original portrait of Philip, drawn by artist makes good on his pledge to exact popular with the Republican base, ues to obsess over his ongoing ef- ents in their condo at the tower. Florida, just north of Miami. Ian Rank-Broadley. Though it is legal tender, the coin has revenge on those who voted for his and candidates have fl ocked to his forts to overturn the results of the “I know they’re not going to historic second impeachment. homes in Florida and New Jersey 2020 election, which he insists he fi nd them (alive),” Ugarte said. Hopes been designed as a limited-edition col- “It’s been too long.” “She had many hopes of pro- lectable or gift and will not be entering Trump’s event at Ohio’s Lorain seeking his endorsement as he has won, even though top election offi - Hopes rested on how quickly gressing and helping our parents,” general circulation. Britain issues a £5 County Fairgrounds, not far from tried to positioned himself as his cials, his own attorney general and crews could complete their grim, said Richard Luna, who is anx- banknote, known as a “fi ver,” the lowest- Cleveland, will be held Saturday party’s kingmaker. numerous judges have said there is denomination note in circulation. (AP) to support Max Miller, a former Trump has said he is committed to no evidence of the mass voter fraud yet delicate task in Surfside, just a iously watching news reports in ❑ ❑ ❑ few miles north of Miami’s South Paraguay. “We are emotionally White House aide who is chal- helping Republicans regain control he alleges. Beach. devastated.” Man jumps from plane: A passenger lenging Republican Rep. Anthony of Congress in next year’s midterm On Monday, he told the conserva- “Any time that we hear a sound, A child of farmers, the 23-year- was taken to the hospital Friday night af- Gonzalez for his congressional elections. But his efforts to support - tive Real America’s Voice that he we concentrate in that area,” Mi- old Luna had studied nursing, but ter jumping out of a moving plane at Los seat. Gonzalez was one of 10 GOP and recruit - candidates to challenge had never conceded the race or ad- ami-Dade Assistant Fire Chief was looking after the three chil- Angeles International Airport, authori- House members who voted to im- incumbent Republicans who have mitted defeat. And he publicly enter- Raide Jadallah said. “It could be dren of a Paraguayan family who ties said. peach Trump for his role in inciting crossed him put him at odds with tained the idea that he could some- just steel twisting, it could be de- helped her get a passport. The United Express fl ight 5365, operated the deadly Jan. 6 insurrection at the other Republican leaders who have how be reinstated into offi ce, even bris raining down, but not specifi - children are also missing along by SkyWest, was pulling away from a gate shortly after 7 p.m. when the man Capitol building. been trying to unify the party after though no legal or constitutional cally sounds of tapping or sounds with their parents, Sophia López Trump wants them to pay. a brutal year in which they lost con- basis for doing so exists. of a human voice.” Moreira Bó and Luis Pettengil, the unsuccessfully tried to breach the cock- pit, then managed to open the service The rally, held fi ve months after trol of the White House and failed At the same time, he contin- Buffeted by gusty winds and sister- and brother-in-law of the Trump left offi ce under a cloud of to gain control of either chamber of ues to tease the possibility that he pelted by intermittent rain, two president of Paraguay. The fi rst door and jumped down the emergency slide onto the tarmac, according to the violence, marks the beginning of a Congress. will mount a comeback run for the heavy cranes removed debris from lady planned to fl y to Miami. airport and SkyWest. the pile using large claws Friday, Offi cials on Friday still didn’t new, more public phase of his post- White House in 2024. Aides say The man was taken into custody on presidency. After spending much of Impeachment Trump, who was banned from Twit- creating a din of crashing glass know exactly how many resi- the taxiway, treated for injuries that were and metal as they picked up mate- dents or visitors were in the build- his time behind closed doors build- So far, nine of the 10 House Re- ter and Facebook after Jan. 6, will not life-threatening and taken to the hos- publicans who voted for Trump’s rial and dumped it to the side. A ing at the time. A clearer picture pital, authorities said.The twin-engine ing a political operation and fum- make a decision after the midterms smoky haze rose from the site. emerged from diplomatic dis- Embraer 175, which was headed to Salt ing about the last election, Trump is impeachment have drawn primary next fall. patches and overseas news reports: Lake City, returned to its gate, the airport planning a fl urry of public appear- challengers. And Trump has offered Trump’s rallies have been an in- Trapped Israeli media said the country’s said. (AP) ances in the coming weeks. He’ll to support anyone who steps forward strumental part of his political brand Once the machines paused, consul general in Miami, Maor ❑ ❑ ❑ hold another rally in Florida over the to challenge the remaining candi- since he launched his 2016 cam- fi refi ghters wearing protective Elbaz, believed that 20 citizens of July Fourth weekend unattached to date, Rep. John Katko of New York, paign. The former reality star is en- masks and carrying red buckets that country are missing. Another Knife attack in Germany: A man syracuse.com reported. armed with a long knife killed three peo- a midterm candidate and will travel ergized by performing in front of his climbed atop the pile to remove 22 people were unaccounted for to the southern border next week to “We’re giving tremendous en- audiences and often test-drives new smaller pieces by hand in hope of from Argentina, Venezuela, Uru- ple and injured several others, some seri- ously, in the southern city of Wuerzburg protest President Joe Biden’s immi- dorsements,” Trump boasted Fri- material and talking points to see fi nding spots where people might guay and Paraguay. Friday before being shot by police and gration policies. day morning as he called into the how they resonate with the crowd. be trapped. In a parking garage, By Friday evening, authorities arrested, German authorities said. The rally also comes as Trump conservative Newsmax channel and His political operation also uses the rescuers in knee-deep water used had helped family members from It was unclear how many people were is facing immediate legal jeopardy. explained his endorsement rationale. events to collect critical voter con- power tools to cut into the building over a dozen countries get visas to injured in the attack in a central part of Manhattan prosecutors informed his “Fake Republicans, anybody that tact information from attendees and from below. travel to Florida, Sen. Marco Ru- the Bavarian city. Police identifi ed the Surfside Mayor Charles Bur- bio said in a tweet. company Thursday that it could soon voted for the impeachment doesn’t as fundraising tools. suspect as a 24-year-old Somali man get it,” he said. “But there weren’t kett said crews were doing eve- The horror of seeing hard-to- living in Wuerzburg. His life was not face criminal charges stemming And they have spawned a group rything possible to save as many watch video of the tower’s col- in danger from his gunshot wound, they from a wide-ranging investigation too many of them. And I think most of hardcore fans who traveled the people as they could. lapse was compounded by the said. into the former president’s business of them are being, if not all, are be- country, attending dozens of rallies, “We do not have a resource shock of its location: America. The man was in psychiatric treatment dealings. The New York Times, cit- ing primaried right now, so that’s often camping out overnight to snag problem, we have a luck prob- “You don’t think that can hap- before the attack and had been known ing sources familiar with the matter, good. I’ll be helping their opponent.” prime spots. Some of those support- lem,” he said. pen here in the United States,” said to police, Bavaria’s top security offi cial reported that charges could be fi led Gonzalez, a former college and ers began lining up outside the venue Offi cials said they still don’t Sergio Lozano Jr., whose grand- Joachim Herrmann said. (AP) against the Trump Organization as professional football player, has days early this week as they reunited know exactly how many residents parents Antonio and Gladys Lo- early as next week. Trump has de- stood by his impeachment vote in for the event. or visitors were in the building zano, both in their 80s, are among ❑ ❑ ❑ when it fell, but they were trying to the missing. New chair of NATO: Admiral Rob locate 159 people who were con- The couple emigrated from Bauer of the Royal Netherlands Navy sidered unaccounted for and may Cuba years ago, and the elder Lo- Friday took over as Chair of the NATO or may not have been there. zano, now retired, worked in bank- Military Committee. Flowers left in tribute decorated ing. Until a day ago, they were liv- Elected in October 2020, Admiral a fence near the tower, and people ing out their dream in unit 903 of Bauer begins his three-year tenure just awaiting news about the search the seaside tower. one week after the Brussels Summit with watched from a distance, hands “My grandfather always said Heads of State and Government, said a clasped and hugging. Congregants when he retired, he wanted to re- NATO announcement. prayed at a nearby synagogue tire on the beach,” said Lozano The Military Committee will ensure where some members were among Jr. “He wanted to be able to walk that it continues to be the essential link the missing. out on his balcony and look at the between the political decision-making On the beach near the collapsed beach.” process and the military structure of structure, visitor Faydah Bushnaq Their son, Lozano Jr’s father, NATO, translating political decision and of Sterling, Virginia, knelt and lived just two buildings away. On guidance into military direction, it noted. (KUNA) scratched “Pray for their souls” in Thursday night, the family ate din- ❑ ❑ ❑ the sand. ner together. “We were supposed to be on Lozano Jr. said his father woke Minister admits breach: Britain’s vacation, but I have no motivation up at 1:30 in the morning to a health minister apologized Friday for to have fun,” Bushnaq said. “It is thundering noise that sounded like breaching national restrictions after a the perfect time to say a prayer for a tornado and went to his balcony newspaper ran pictures of him embrac- them.” to bring in the outdoor furniture. ing a woman with whom he allegedly Miami-Dade Police Director He looked out at the condo. had an affair. Freddy Ramirez said authorities It was no longer there. Health Secretary Matt Hancock, were working with the medical ex- He called Lozano Jr. and woke who has led the country’s response to aminer’s offi ce to identify the bod- him up with these words: “They the coronavirus ies that have been found. Eleven are gone.” pandemic, is the injuries were reported, with four Juan Mora Sr. and his wife Ana latest in a string of government people treated at hospitals. were also immigrants from Cuba, offi cials to be ac- Miami-Dade Mayor Daniella and part of a tight-knit Cuban cused of breach- Levine Cava said rescuers were at American community. Their son ing restrictions “extreme risk” going through the Juan Jr., was born in the U.S. and imposed on the rubble. worked as an executive for Mor- rest of the popu- “Debris is falling on them as ton Salt in Chicago. Throughout lation to curb they do their work,” she said. “We the pandemic, he stayed away the spread of the have structural engineers on-site from his elderly parents, but was coronavirus. to ensure that they will not be in- visiting when the building col- The tabloid jured, but they are proceeding be- lapsed. Hancock Sun newspaper cause they are so motivated.” “He was doing his best to keep ran images appearing to show the married Teenager Jonah Handler was them safe,” said longtime friend Hancock and a senior aide embracing in rescued from the rubble hours af- Danny Ugarte, who grew up with an offi ce at the Department of Health. It ter the collapse, but his mother, Juan Jr. He was the envy of his said the closed circuit television images Stacie Fang, died. Relatives issued friends as a child, Ugarte said, be- were taken May 6 - 11 days before lock- a statement expressing thanks cause his mother worked for Delta down rules were eased to allow hugs and “for the outpouring of sympathy, Airlines and he got to travel the other physical contact with people out- compassion and support we have world. side one’s own household. (AP) received.” Ugarte’s mother, Jeanne, was ❑ ❑ ❑ “There are no words to describe close with Ana Mora, who did Militant attack kills 5: At least fi ve the tragic loss of our beloved Sta- so much for her community, her soldiers were killed after militants tar- cie,” it said. children, and her church - many geted a security patrolling party in Pa- While offi cials said no cause for times all at once. They took their kistan’s southwestern Balochistan prov- the collapse early Thursday has sons as children to Santo Domingo ince on Friday, said military. been determined, Gov. Ron De- on missionary trips to help build According to Inter-Services Public Santis said a “defi nitive answer” churches and bridges. Relations (ISPR), Pakistan military’s was needed in a timely manner. “She was a very devout Catho- media wing, fi ve soldiers were killed af- Video showed the center of the lic, a genuinely caring and loving ter “terrorists” targeted a patrolling party building appearing to tumble person,” said Ugarte, in an emo- in Sibi district’s Sangan area. down fi rst, followed by a section tional telephone interview. “We “During the exchange of fi re, heavy losses were infl icted on the terrorists in nearer to the beach. would sleep on the ground on men and materials,” said ISPR. The missing included people mats, and she was so dedicated.” Pakistan’s Interior Minister Sheikh from around the world. The Ugartes are trying to stay Rashid Ahmad condemned the attack Israeli media said the country’s positive, but Jeanne is resigned. and offered prayers for the killed sol- diers. (KUNA) Southwest Airlines plans to raise minimum pay to $15 an hour

Southwest Airlines plans to er operators, customer service at least $15 per hour.” However, domestic travel raise minimum pay to $15 an agents, skycaps and others. Southwest’s announcement this month is still running 27% In this fi le photo, a South- hour for about 7,000 employ- For some, the company will comes as air travel picks up below June 2019, according west Airlines ticketing ees, citing the need to attract have to negotiate with labor at the beginning of the sum- to fi gures from the Transpor- agent helps a traveller and keep workers as the air- unions. mer vacation season after the tation Security Administration. at the check-in counter line industry continues to re- “Southwest continually pandemic turned last year’s Dallas-based Southwest at Denver International cover from the pandemic. works to attract and retain the peak season into a disaster. carries more passengers with- Airport in Denver. (AP) Southwest said Friday that best candidates for open posi- The number of people going in the United States than any it intends for the raises to take tions,” said spokesman Brad through security checkpoints other airline and is less de- effect on Aug. 1. Hawkins. “As part of this ongo- at U.S. airports has topped 2 pendent than rivals American, The airline said the raises ing effort, Southwest is increas- million seven times in the past Delta and United on business will work out to 7% to 11% for ing minimum pay rates so that two weeks, hitting levels not travel, which is still in a deep new hires and cover call cent- all hourly employees will make seen since early March 2020. slump. (AP)

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Economy ministry again raises price of bread amid crippling crisis In this fi le photo, people embark on a dinner dhow cruise after sunset with a view of the city skyline and a sign promoting Dubai, in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. (AP) BEIRUT, June 26, (AP): Leb- anon’s caretaker prime min- ICD cites pandemic ister on Friday granted his approval for fi nancing fuel imports at a rate higher than Dubai investment ‘arm’ the offi cial exchange rate, ef- fectively reducing critical fuel records $5.1 billion loss subsidies amid worsening DUBAI, June 26, (AP): Dubai’s state-owned sovereign wealth gasoline shortages. fund announced Tuesday a net loss of $5.1 billion over the The decision is likely to sharply past year, highlighting the toll that the coronavirus pandemic increase the price of gasoline - but has wrought on its vast assets and the uncertainty around the is expected to temporarily ease the emirate’s post-pandemic recovery. shortage crisis in the country. Leb- The Investment Corporation of Dubai, the huge holding anon is going through an unprec- company behind many of the emirate’s industrial powerhous- es, reported revenue of $37 billion in 2020, a sharp drop of edented economic and fi nancial over 40% compared to the year before. collapse coupled with a dangerous It marks the fi rst loss in years for the investment arm of political crisis. The developments Dubai government, which boasts a range of assets, includ- pose the gravest threat to the small ing the Middle East’s largest airline, Emirates, the lucrative country’s stability since the end of Dubai Duty Free and master-developer Emaar Properties, its civil war three decades ago. which built the Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest tower. The The currency has lost more than fi rm turned a profi t of $4.9 billion in 2019. 90% of its value since October 2019, In reporting the loss, the conglomerate cited the severe ef- trading at a record low of 16,450 fects of the coronavirus on travel, hospitality, retail and real Lebanese pounds to the dollar on the estate - all industries that power Dubai, with its cavernous black market on Friday. The offi cial malls and luxury hotels. With 40 major holdings, the fi rm is exchange rate remains 1,507 Lebanese often viewed as a barometer for the health of the city’s ser- pounds to the U.S. dollar. vice-heavy economy. The crisis, rooted in decades of Any profi ts churned out last year largely stemmed from the fund’s holdings in fi nancial services such as Emirates NBD, corruption and mismanagement, has among the top banks in the United Arab Emirates, which it worsened in recent weeks with the said remained solid amid the pandemic’s upheaval. central bank cutting back on fi nancing The Investment Corp. report came a week after long-haul imports at subsidized dollars. Foreign carrier Emirates posted a staggering loss of $5.5 billion in currency reserves have dropped dan- 2020 - its fi rst in three decades as the travel industry faced a gerously low, from $30 billion at the downturn like no other. The Dubai government extended the start of the crisis in late 2019, to nearly Vehicles wait in long queues for gasoline in Beirut, Lebanon, ing critical fuel subsidies that have been in place for decades, struggling airline a $3.1 cash infusion as its revenue dropped $15 billion currently. That has prompt- Friday, June 25, 2021. Lebanon’s caretaker prime minister on amid worsening gasoline shortages. Inset: A woman saves time 66% - a vivid sign of just how critical Emirates Air is to Dubai, ed merchants to either raise prices or Friday granted his approval to allow the fi nancing of fuel imports by working on her laptop while waiting on a long queue to fi ll her a futuristic city-state between Europe and Asia founded on the stop imports. at a rate higher than the offi cial exchange rate, effectively reduc- car with gasoline in Beirut, Lebanon. (AP) promise of globalization. For comparison, during the 2015- In the past weeks, fi st fi ghts and 2016 fi scal year, Emirates netted profi ts of $1.9 billion - a shootings have broken out at petrol Meanwhile, Lebanon’s economy record it has not repeated since. stations as frustrated citizens lined up ministry on Tuesday raised the price of for hours to fi ll up their tanks. Electric- subsidized bread for the fi fth time in 30-year home loan up to 3.02% ity cuts last for much of the day, and a year as the country’s multiple crises Appetite for spending high private generators have had to turn off worsen with no resolution in sight. for several hours to ration fuel. The ministry said the reason behind US mortgage rates rise over 3% The decree signed by caretaker the latest increase - an 18% hike from Prime Minister Hassan Diab Friday al- the last raise in February - was the cen- WASHINGTON, June 26, (AP): Mortgage excluding food and energy jumping by the ‘Higher’ oil price is not lows the fi nancing of fuel imports at an tral bank’s ending of sugar subsidies, rates rose above the 3% mark this week for largest amount in nearly three decades. exchange rate price of 3,900 Lebanese which in turn adds to the cost of bread the first time in 10 weeks, as the economic The Federal Reserve signaled last week the solution for Kuwait pounds instead of the offi cial peg of production. recovery from the pandemic recession con- that it may act sooner than previously Lebanon is grappling with the 1,500 pounds. tinues while inflation remains elevated. planned to start dialing back the low-inter- By Kamel Al-Harami While that may temporarily ease the worst economic and fi nancial crisis in its modern history - one that the Mortgage buyer Freddie Mac reported that est rate policies that have helped spark a Independent Oil Analyst fuel shortages by allowing supplies the average for the key 30-year home loan swift rebound from the recession but also to fl ow in again, the move effectively World Bank has said is likely to rank rose to 3.02% from 2.93% last week. By have coincided with rising inflation. Fed THERE is no doubt that an oil price of $75 per barrel will raises the price of gasoline and is sure as one of the worst the world has seen reduce our budget defi cit but not much. We will still end up to send prices of consumer goods fur- in the past 150 years. The currency contrast, the rate stood at 3.13% a year ago. Chairman Jay Powell said the inflation The rate for a 15-year loan, a popular op- spikes of recent months will likely prove being about KD 10 billion short from the current budget. ther skyrocketing. has lost 90% of its value, breaking This is because the higher the price, the higher the appetite In a statement, Diab said he made a record low earlier this month of tion among homeowners refinancing their temporary. for spending. the decision “guided by his sense of 15,500 Lebanese pounds to the dol- mortgages, jumped to 2.34% from 2.24% In other economic news, the govern- We in Kuwait just do not have the will, determination and national responsibility.” lar on the black market. The offi cial last week. ment reported Thursday that the number of real guts to do what is necessary. We are simply going by oil The decision “aims at securing fuel exchange rate remains 1,507 pounds Freddie Mac economists expect mortgage Americans seeking unemployment benefits and when we fail in doing so, we go back knocking on our for citizens for the next three months, to the dollar. rates to gradually rise in the second half of last week fell by 7,000, to 411,000, a sign sovereign wealth fund to take from it. What is legitimate or especially as the summer season is The World Bank said in a report this the year. that layoffs declined and the job market is not does not matter... The government approaching, which will allow the in- month that Lebanon’s gross domestic A government report Friday showed that improving. The number of weekly applica- will use any means, ways, and tools crease of the U.S. dollar fl ow to Leba- product is projected to contract 9.5% consumer spending was flat in May but in- tions for jobless aid has fallen steadily this for this purpose. Of course, the public non with the arrival of expatriates and in 2021, after shrinking by 20.3% in flation posted a sizable gain, with prices year from about 900,000 in January. is also neither interested nor feeling tourists,” the statement said. 2020 and 6.7% the year before. the pinch yet about the consequences that will shock us soon. Last week, passing the state budg- et was an indication of how bad the situation is. The budget was approved without a single question or comment. It was simply passed with such drama but what is important was that it was Al-Harami passed, regardless. The simple fact as to why we are escalating our budget every year while depending on a sole single source of in- come and the need to cater for the previous defi cits was ig- nored, along with any attempt to reduce a single item from the governmental expenditure. How can we manage such a budget without looking around us in order to try to follow the actions of our neigh- bors, especially considering that most of them are poorer than us but are striving hard to improve their economic situ- ations and are looking and working on serious solutions? We are not living empty handed but are not taking any serious initiatives to improve our daily life, despite the freedom of press here to express our opinions and feelings over the cur- rent lack of positive action. The base price for our current budget is $45, resulting in a shortage of KD12 million with an improvement in the current oil price by $30. However, to balance Kuwait’s needs, a price close to $100 per barrel is needed. This will not happen... And if it does, it would not last long. However, what is bad is that the government, without any hesitation, started spending as nothing happened or will happen in the coming years. There is no doubt that the oil price will get higher, and OPEC Plus will fully understand the game and closely moni- tor the supply /demand picture for disciplining the supply in good order and making sure none of its members cross the board. It is time for oil producing countries to learn from the past when the oil price was $25 a barrel. Most of them searched for an alternative but many among them opted to cut costs and expenses and introduce Value-Added Tax or some sort of expenses to curb demand of any sort. However, this did not happen in Kuwait. It continued with the same pattern and jumped on our foreign reserve without hesitation despite the public outcry. We are the only nation that will do nothing but complain to each other and in our media, and keep bickering without taking any tangible action. We just do not know for how long we can continue to be passive without any single goal in hand for present or future, despite international recommendation from all sources. ❑ ❑ ❑ email: [email protected] ARAB TIMES, SUNDAY, JUNE 27, 2021 BUSINESS 9 German business sentiment rises in May ‘Infra plans long overdue’ Berkshire stays aggressive with stock repurchases Pandemic ebbs BERLIN, June 26, (AP): Germany’s businesses US infrastructure spending OMAHA, Nebraska, June 26, (AP): with annual gifts. Edward Jones ana- out to shareholders. Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hatha- lyst Jim Shanahan noted the fi lings Shanahan said Berkshire’s cash are more optimistic than they’ve been in almost promises boost for industry way conglomerate is still aggressive- showed there were now fewer shares pile should shrink a bit during the three years, according to a closely watched sur- ly buying back its own stock to make outstanding than there were when second quarter because of the re- vey by Munich’s Ifo institute released Thursday. WASHINGTON, June 26, (AP): Plans to pump money into use of some of its huge pile of cash. Berkshire fi led its fi rst-quarter earn- purchases and other investments the Sentiment among German managers rose to 101.8 rebuilding the nation’s roads, bridges and other infrastruc- Berkshire has repurchased roughly ings report. company has disclosed recently. points in June, from 99.2 in May, its highest since No- ture could give companies with ties to the construction in- $6.5 billion of its own shares so far Berkshire has turned to repurchas- The Omaha, Nebraska-based con- vember 2018. The upbeat mood was partly spurred by dustry a solid foundation for growth. in the second quarter. That follows es in recent years as a way to make glomerate owns more than 90 com- declining coronavirus infections and the reopening of President Joe Biden announced Thursday that a bipartisan $6.6 billion of repurchases in the fi rst use of some of its roughly $145 bil- panies outright, including Geico large parts of the economy. agreement had been reached on a $973 billion infrastructure three months of the year and roughly lion pile of cash as Buffett has strug- and several other insurers, major plan. The pared-down plan calls for $559 billion in new Analysts had expected a more moderate increase in opti- $25 billion in repurchases last year. gled to fi nd major acquisitions for the utilities, BNSF railroad and an as- mism from the questionnaire of about 9,000 businesses spending over fi ve years. The latest repurchases were re- company. And Buffett has long op- sortment of manufacturing and re- Companies such as Caterpillar, with its heavy machinery, conducted every month. and construction materials company Vulcan Materials could vealed Wednesday when Buffett fi led posed paying a dividend at Berkshire tail businesses. Berkshire also holds One concern raised by manufacturing companies was see years of additional business as roads and bridges are re- an update on his Berkshire holdings because he believes the money will major stock investments in Apple, ongoing supply shortages. German automakers have been built and buildings are modernized. Both companies’ shares after he donated $4.1 billion worth of be worth more if it is reinvested by Bank of America, Coca-Cola and among those hit by a lack of semiconductors, resulting in rose Thursday after the bipartisan deal was struck. Smaller stock to fi ve foundations he supports the company instead of being paid other companies. delivery delays for new cars. construction-related companies benefi tted as well: Dycom, which provides contractor services to construction compa- nies, rose nearly 6%. The infrastructure plans are long overdue, economists and business leaders have said, as the nation’s roads, bridges and other infrastructure age without any signifi cant overhaul. The American Society of Civil Engineers gave the nation’s roads a poor grade in its 2021 report, saying 40% of the sys- tem is now in poor or mediocre condition. Bridges, schools and much of the key infrastructure in the U.S. doesn’t score much better. Boosting “From an economic growth perspective, we see the infra- structure deal really boosting productivity,” said Ken John- son, investment strategy analyst at Wells Fargo Investment Institute. The deal agreed to Thursday still has a ways to go. For one thing, Biden said he’ll only sign the deal only if a far larger, $4 trillion reconciliation bill - which would contain his other priorities - also comes to his desk. Also, the compromise package is less than the $2 trillion the president originally sought for infrastructure and focuses more on hard infrastructure and less on efforts to combat climate change. Citi expects nearly all heavy machinery makers in its cov- erage group to benefi t from government spending, but Cater- pillar is likely going to be the biggest winner. “Coming as little surprise to anyone that has passed by a major highway project, Caterpillar has strong market share positions in most of the heavy construction equipment cat- egories in North America,” according to a Citi report issued last week. While the industrials and materials sectors get a push from the infrastructure deal, the broader stock market is focused on the overall economic recovery from the pandemic. “The general re-opening of the economy and renewed, post-Cov- id-19 economic growth is the most likely driver” of the mar- ket going forward, said Chris Zaccarelli, chief investment offi cer for Independent Advisor Alliance. Peter Williams, an economist at the investment fi rm Ever- core ISI, said the infrastructure package probably won’t start to boost economic growth until 2023, because it takes time for major building and repair projects to get under way. But in 2025 and 2026 the extra package would add a healthy one percentage point to the economy’s growth rate, Williams es- timates, and create up to about 775,000 jobs. Michael Pugliese, economist at Wells Fargo Securities, said the infrastructure deal would likely have a modest im- pact on job creation and unemployment but could help the U.S. jobless rate fall below 4% a little sooner in 2023 than it would have otherwise. Profi ts for many companies tied to the construction or in- dustrial sector are already projected to gain ground over the next several years as the economy recovers. Any spending measure spread out over years will help secure and boost that growth through contracts for projects and orders for sup- plies and equipment. Makers of cranes, bulldozers and other machinery are still only part of the bigger picture. Companies that make asphalt, concrete and other road and building materials are in a good position with any future infrastructure spending. Vulcan Ma- terials and Martin Marietta Materials are among the biggest makers of aggregates in the U.S. ARAB TIMES, SUNDAY, JUNE 27, 2021 BUSINESS 10

FedEx posts quarterly profit In this file photo, a FedEx reported a nearly $2 billion profi t in its most recent quarter, after FedEx driver reporting a loss the year before, helped by a surge in online shopping delivers a cart and the growth of its business-to-business shipping services. of packages, Package delivery companies like FedEx have been in high de- in New York. mand during the pandemic, as more people stayed home and FedEx report- shopped online. At the same time, FedEx has been delivering ed a nearly $2 COVID-19 vaccines. billion profit in The Memphis, Tennessee-based company reported net in- its most recent come of $1.87 billion for the three months ending May 31, com- quarter. (AP) pared with a $334 million loss in the same period the year before. Adjusted earnings came to $5.01 per share, missing Wall Street expectations by 3 cents, according to Zacks Investment Research. (AP) Equities close higher, S&P 500 has best week since February

Surge in Nike’s shares drives Dow’s gains

NEW YORK, June 26, (AP): Stocks ended mostly higher Friday, help- ing the S&P 500 index close out its best week since February. It’s a no- table turnaround for the market, which only the previous week had its worst week since February on concerns about inflation. The S&P 500 index closed up 14.21 points, or 0.3%, to 4,280.70. The Dow Jones Indus- trial Average rose 237.02 points, or 0.7%, to 34,433.84 and the Nasdaq Composite lost 9.32 points, or 0.1%, to 14,360.39. With Fri- day’s gains, the S&P 500 index ended the week up 2.7%, its best fi ve-day period since Feb. 5 . The Dow’s gains were driven by a surge in Nike, which reported blowout earnings late Thursday and gave investors a strong outlook for the year. Nike rose 15.5%. Markets have calmed since the Federal Re- serve surprised investors last week by saying it could start raising short-term interest rates by late 2023, earlier than expected, if recent high A woman wearing a protective mask walks in front of an electronic stock board showing Japan’s inflation persists. The calming of investors’ Nikkei 225 and New York Dow indexes at a securities firm June 25, 2021, in Tokyo. Asian shares were buoyed by the rally on Wall Street that came after President Joe Biden announced nerves has largely helped the market undo the a bipartisan deal on infrastructure spending. (AP) damage from the previous week. Investors got another data point on inflation nounced it would increase its spending to re- lia’s S&P/ASX 200 edged up 0.6% to 7,315.00. on Friday. The Commerce Department said duce delivery delays across its network. Hong Kong’s Hang Seng surged 1.3% to inflation tied to a gauge of consumer spending Virgin Galactic jumped 38.9% after the com- 29,246.23, while the Shanghai Composite rose that is closely watched by the Federal Reserve pany got approval from the Federal Aviation 1.1% to 3,606.50. increased 0.4% in May and is up 3.9% over the Administration to start its flights into space, the “The breakthrough in infrastructure spend- past 12 months, well above the Fed’s 2% target final approval the company to begin commer- ing talks overnight has lifted sentiments, with for annual price increases. cial spaceflight. spending plans historically being a positive “Today’s inflation data should calm some France’s CAC 40 shed 0.2% to 6,620.26 in for the markets,” said Yeap Jun Rong, market nerves about runaway inflation. Remember, early trading, while Germany’s DAX slipped strategist at IG in Singapore. “Sectors leaning the PCE is the Fed’s favorite measure of infla- 0.2% to 15,562.46. Britain’s FTSE 100 edged towards economic recovery and reopening may tion, and it very well could be near a peak in up 0.2% to 7,121.87. see strength.” inflation,” Ryan Detrick, chief market strate- In energy trading, benchmark U.S. crude rose A recovery in the U.S. economy is a boon for gist for LPL Financial, wrote in an email to 14 cents to $73.44 a barrel. Brent crude, the in- this export-driven region. Although the vaccine investors. ternational standard, added 22 cents to $75.78 rollout in Asia has lagged most parts of U.S. Investors are also embracing a bipartisan deal a barrel. and Europe, the perk from an overseas recov- for infrastructure spending. President Biden and In currency trading, the U.S. dollar fell to ery is likely to come long before herd immunity a group of Democrat and GOP senators were 110.73 Japanese yen from 110.87 yen. The euro against the coronavirus pandemic. able to reach a near $1 trillion deal to build out cost $1.1947, up from $1.1930. Shares in Japanese electronics company numerous parts of the country’s infrastructure, Asian shares rose Friday, buoyed by a rally Panasonic Corp. shot up more than 4% after it including roads, rails and ports. The plan, cost- on Wall Street that came after President Joe confirmed that it had sold off all the Tesla Inc. ing $973 billion over five years, is the culmina- Biden announced a bipartisan deal on infra- shares it owned, worth about 400 billion yen tion of months of talks, and a larger spending structure spending. ($3.6 billion). Panasonic said the partnership plan from President Biden is still possible later Japan’s benchmark Nikkei 225 jumped 0.7% with the U.S. electric vehicle company will con- this year. in afternoon trading to 29,067.13. South Ko- tinue, but it wanted cash for future investments, FedEx fell 3.6% after the company an- rea’s Kospi gained 0.5% to 3,301.76. Austra- without disclosing details.

Serious questions raised about governance Toshiba chairman fails to win shareholder nod TOKYO, June 26, (AP): Battered Japanese nu- clear and electronics giant Toshiba Corp. faced off with shareholders Friday, seeking to shake Carnival logs $2.1bn off serious questions about governance at the once revered brand. After a meeting lasting nearly three hours, loss in its latest qrtr Tokyo-based Toshiba failed to win shareholder approval for the reappointment of Chairman MIAMI, June 26, (AP): Carnival Corp. said Osamu Nagayama and one other member of the Thursday that it lost more than $2 billion in its board of directors. The other nine candidates latest quarter as the company’s cruise lines re- were approved. mained mostly shut down by the pandemic, but The company had removed two nominations it said bookings for next year are running ahead in a last-minute attempt to placate disgruntled of 2019’s pace. Shareholders arrive for Toshiba’s general Shares of the Miami-headquartered company stockholders. meeting of shareholders in Tokyo June 25, Nagayama had come under pressure to re- 2021. Battered Japanese nuclear and elec- fell 2.5%. sign after an independent investigation that said tronics giant Toshiba Corp. faced off with The cruise industry was a visible early vic- Toshiba officials colluded with the Japanese shareholders Friday, seeking to shake off se- tim in the pandemic, as passengers and crew government to curb foreign investors’ influence rious questions about governance at the once members tested positive for COVID-19 and at last year’s shareholder meeting. revered brand. (AP) some ships were turned away from ports. The Major shareholders and investment fund industry has battled the U.S. Centers for Dis- Effissimo instigated that investigation, alleging quo,” he said. ease Control and Prevention over health re- that last year’s meeting, in which Effissimo had Satoshi Tsunakawa, who presided over Fri- quirements for resuming sailing in U.S. waters. nominated dissident directors, wasn’t carried day’s meeting, returned as chief executive in CEO Arnold Donald said the company has out fairly. They demanded Nagayama’s ouster April. long known that 2020 and even early 2021 at Friday’s meeting. His predecessor Nobuaki Kurumatani “would be choppy, but the path and the trend is “He bears the greatest responsibility in nomi- abruptly resigned over a controversial acquisi- clear - there is pent-up demand” that is showing nating candidates and has ultimate responsibil- tion proposal for Toshiba from the global fund up in booking numbers. ity for the conduct of the board,” Effissimo said where Kurumatani previously worked, CVC Carnival, whose nine cruising subsidiaries in a report earlier this month. Capital Partners. include Carnival Cruise Line, Princess Cruises Besides Effissimo, which owns about 10% of The CVC offer was suspended. Kurumatani and Holland America Line, said bookings in Toshiba shares, other foreign investors include took over from Tsunakawa as CEO in 2018. the March-through-May quarter rose 45% over 3D Investment Partners and Harvard Univer- Tsunakawa’s reappointment was not being op- the previous quarter, and cumulative bookings sity’s endowment fund. posed by activist shareholders. for 2022 are ahead of 2019. The investigation included hearings with The fortunes of Toshiba began to crumble over The company plans to resume limited U.S. Toshiba employees, and going over 800,000 its heavy investment in nuclear power, although operations with trips starting in July and Au- emails, to see whether the vote tally had been that move had been initially heralded. After the gust from Florida, Texas and Washington state. dubious and Trade Ministry bureaucrats had March 2011 nuclear disaster in Fukushima, safety Donald said in an interview that most pas- pressured investors on how to vote. costs ballooned. Toshiba is still burdened with the sengers will be vaccinated but “there will be “We take this very seriously,” Nagayama, task of decommissioning nuclear plants in Japan, unvaccinated people on board that have to go former chief executive at Japanese drug com- including the one in Fukushima. through testing and other protocols,” including pany Chugai Pharmaceutical, told investors Toshiba also had massive losses from the mask wearing and social distancing in some ahead of the vote. “We will restore transpar- nuclear power operations of U.S. manufac- areas. ency, get to the bottom of what happened and turer Westinghouse, which Toshiba acquired in Carnival expects to have 42 ships, account- prevent a recurrence.” 2006. Westinghouse filed for bankruptcy pro- ing for more than half the parent company’s The roiling at Toshiba highlights the bigger tection in 2017. capacity, sailing by the end of November. presence of foreign shareholders at Japanese Founded in 1875, Toshiba was long one of The company said it lost $2.07 billion in the companies. Japan’s prized brands, developing the nation’s quarter that ended May 31 and has lost more Toshiba has promised to scrutinize the alle- first radar and microwaves, electric rice cook- than $14 billion since the pandemic started. gations and take necessary measures. ers and laptop computers. Carnival is still burning through $500 million In a June 18 open letter to shareholders, It also invented flash memory, the chips a month, but Chief Financial Offi cer David Nagayama, who also previously served on the ubiquitous in gadgets from digital cameras to Bernstein said that the company’s $9.3 billion Sony Corp. board, sought backing for his reap- cell phones. Toshiba sold its chips division in in cash and short-term investments is enough to pointment. 2018, a move that accelerated the presence of return to normal operations. “My priority is to provide Toshiba with the more vocal stakeholders. Bernstein told analysts that if the full fl eet is governance and leadership that you deserve. I Toshiba, tarnished with accounting scandals sailing by next spring at normal occupancy lev- pledge to you that I will continue to be an agent in the past, has repeatedly promised to strength- els, the company should see positive earnings of positive change, not a protector of the status en corporate governance. before interest and other costs. ARAB TIMES, SUNDAY, JUNE 27, 2021 SCIENCE 11

COVID

Data shows shots effective Nearly all US deaths among unvaccinated

NEW YORK, June 26, (Agencies): Nearly all COVID-19 deaths in the US now are in people who weren’t vaccinated, a staggering demonstration of how effective the shots have been and an indication that deaths per day — now down to under 300 — could be practically zero if everyone eligible got the vaccine. An Associated Press analysis of available government data from May shows that “breakthrough” infections in fully vac- cinated people accounted for fewer than 1,200 of more than 853,000 COVID-19 hospitalizations. That’s about 0.1%. And only about 150 of the more than 18,000 COVID-19 deaths in May were in fully vaccinated people. That trans- lates to about 0.8%, or fi ve deaths per day on average. The AP analyzed fi gures provided by the Centers for Dis- ease Control and Prevention. The CDC itself has not esti- mated what percentage of hospitaliza- tions and deaths are in fully vaccinated people, citing limitations in the data. Among them: Only about 45 states report breakthrough infections, and some are more aggressive than others in looking for such cases. So the data probably understates such infections, CDC offi cials said. Still, the overall trend that emerges This photo provided by NASA shows astronauts NASA’s Shane Kimbrough and France’s Thomas Pesquet during a space walk outside the International Space from the data echoes what many health Station on June 25. The astronauts are working to install another new solar panel outside the station. (AP) care authorities are seeing around the Walensky country and what top experts are say- Astronauts complete solar panel work in 3rd spacewalk ing. Earlier this month, Andy Slavitt, a former adviser to the Astronauts finished unfurling a new pair of solar the fall. walk for Friday to attach and unfold the second wing Biden administration on COVID-19, suggested that 98% to panels outside the International Space Station on “We have a lot of happy faces down here,” Mis- - this time everything went smoothly 255 miles (410 99% of the Americans dying of the coronavirus are unvac- Friday, making their third spacewalk in just over a sion Control radioed as power surged through the kilometers) up. cinated. week. panel. Once Pesquet released the final bolt, the newest And CDC Director Dr Rochelle Walensky said on Tues- NASA’s Shane Kimbrough and France’s Thomas It should have been a two-spacewalk job, but solar wing unrolled like a giant stretch of wallpaper, day that the vaccine is so effective that “nearly every death, Pesquet successfully installed the second in a se- spacesuit and other problems hampered the astro- high above the Bering Sea. It took 10 minutes for especially among adults, due to COVID-19, is, at this point, ries of powerful solar wings that should keep the nauts’ work on June 16. As a result, the first solar the slow but steady extension. entirely preventable.” She called such deaths “particularly space station running the rest of this decade, as wing wasn’t extended to its full length of 63 feet (19 “Well done out there, buddy,” Kimbrough called tragic.” space tourism ramps up with visitors beginning in meters) until Sunday. NASA added a third space- out. (AP) Deaths in the US have plummeted from a peak of more than 3,400 day on average in mid-January, one month into the vaccination drive. Scarce Coronavirus About 63% of all vaccine-eligible Americans — those 12 and older — have received at least one dose, and 53% are fully vaccinated, according to the CDC. While vaccine remains scarce in much of the world, the US supply is so Portugal in reverse as delta variant grips Lisbon abundant and demand has slumped so dramatically that shots sit unused. Ross Bagne, a 68-year-old small-business owner in Chey- enne, Wyoming, was eligible for the vaccine in early Febru- ‘Delta variant is most transmissible’ ary but didn’t get it. He died June 4, infected and unvacci- nated, after spending more than three weeks in the hospital, LONDON, June 26, (AP): The head ers are making demands on those capital. his lungs fi lling with fl uid. He was unable to swallow because of the World Health Organization products, others who are vaccinating The country reported 1,556 new of a stroke. said the COVID-19 delta variant, very young populations that are not infections Thursday — the highest “He never went out, so he didn’t think he would catch it,” fi rst seen in India, is “the most trans- at risk.” number since Feb 20. Just over 1,000 said his grieving sister, Karen McKnight. She wondered: missible of the variants identifi ed so As border restrictions and other of them were in the Lisbon region. “Why take the risk of not getting vaccinated?” far,” and warned it is now spreading public health measures are loosened Offi cials say hospital admissions are The preventable deaths will continue, experts predict, with in at least 85 countries. across Europe, the US and in other increasing at a “worrying” level. unvaccinated pockets of the nation experiencing outbreaks in the fall and winter. Ali Mokdad, a professor of health met- At a press briefi ng on Friday, countries with high vaccination Prime Minister António Costa rics sciences at the University of Washington in Seattle, said WHO director-general Tedros Ad- rates, WHO offi cials warned that this warned that the problem isn’t just in modeling suggests the nation will hit 1,000 deaths per day hanom Ghebreyesus said the lack of could lead to a resurgence of disease. Portugal: Experts predict the delta again next year. vaccines in poor countries was exac- “The global situation is incred- variant, which originated in India, In Arkansas, which has one of the lowest vaccination rates This photo provided by the US De- erbating the delta variant’s transmis- ibly fragile,” said Maria Van Kerk- will account for 90% of new infec- in the nation, with only about 33% of the population fully partment of Agriculture’s Animal and sion. He described a recent meeting hove, the WHO’s technical lead on tions across Europe by the end of Plant Health Inspection Service shows he attended of an advisory group es- COVID-19. Van Kerkhove said that August, he said Thursday. protected, cases, hospitalizations and deaths are rising. Grasshoppers seen eating plants in “It is sad to see someone go to the hospital or die when it tablished to allocate vaccines. while transmission is dropping in The Lisbon region, where some this undated photo. When their popu- “They were disappointed because Europe, there are numerous events 2.8 million people live, will go back can be prevented,” Gov Asa Hutchinson tweeted as he urged lations can reach outbreak levels they people to get their shots. can cause serious ecological damage there is no vaccine to allocate,” he - from large sporting events to back- to a 3.30 p.m. closing time for res- In Seattle’s King County, the public health department and economic losses especially during said, criticizing rich countries for yard barbeques - that all have conse- taurants and cafes at weekends, with found only three deaths during a recent 60-day period in peo- periods of drought. (AP) declining to immediately share shots quences for disease spread. limits on how many customers can ple who were fully vaccinated. The rest, some 95% of 62 with the developing world. “If there “The delta variant, the virus, will be served. Among other restrictions, deaths, had had no vaccine or just one shot. is no vaccine, what do you share?” continue to evolve,” Van Kerkhove wedding and baptism venues will be “Those are all somebody’s parents, grandparents, siblings Tedros said the global community said. “Right now our public health allowed to fi ll only 25% of their ca- and friends,” said Dr Mark Del Beccaro, who helps lead a was failing and risked repeating the and social measures work, our vac- pacity, down from the current 50%. vaccination outreach program in King County. “It’s still a lot mistakes made during the AIDS cri- cines work, our diagnostics work, Travel into and out of Lisbon will of deaths, and they’re preventable deaths.” sis decades ago and during the 2009 our therapeutics work. But there may not permitted at weekends. In the St. Louis area, more than 90% of patients hospital- swine fl u pandemic - when vaccines be a time where this virus evolves Though hospital admissions for ized with COVID-19 have not been vaccinated, said Dr. Alex only arrived in poor countries after and these countermeasures don’t.” COVID-19 patients remain man- Garza, a hospital administrator who directs a metropolitan- the outbreak ended. Earlier this month, British offi cials ageable, the trend is “worrying,” area task force on the outbreak. “It took 10 years (for antiretrovi- announced that they would allow Cabinet Minister Mariana Vieira da “The majority of them express some regret for not being rals) to reach the low income coun- 60,000 fans to attend the semi-fi nals Silva told a press conference. vaccinated,” Garza said. “That’s a pretty common refrain that tries after (HIV) was already ram- and fi nals of the European football She said the number of hospitali- we’re hearing from patients with COVID.” Branson Bezos pant in high income countries,” he championships at London’s Wemb- zations and patients in intensive care The stories of unvaccinated people dying may convince said. “Do we want to repeat the same ley stadium - to the dismay of some went up by 30% and 26% over the some people they should get the shots, but young adults — the thing?” public health experts. past week, respectively. group least likely to be vaccinated — may be motivated more COVAX, the UN-backed effort Lawrence Young, a virologist at “The situation is getting worse,” by a desire to protect their loved ones, said David Michaels, Discovery aiming to distribute vaccines to poor the University of Warwick, called she said. “We expect the number of an epidemiologist at George Washington University’s school countries, has missed several targets it “worrying and confusing,” saying new cases to keep going up in coming of public health in the nation’s capital. to share COVID-19 shots, and its there was limited data to prove its weeks.” Others need paid time off to get the shots and deal with any Virgin Galactic gets FAA’s OK: biggest supplier is not expected to safety, especially given the preva- Vieira da Silva noted that some side effects, Michaels said. export any vaccines until the end of lence of the more infectious delta 700,000 people aged over 60 have The Occupational Safety and Health Administration Virgin Galactic fi nally has the federal government’s approval to start launch- the year. The hundreds of millions of variant. ”(The) inevitable opportu- not yet had their second dose of a this month began requiring health care employers, includ- ing customers into space from New doses promised by countries includ- nities for the virus to spread in en- COVID-19 vaccine. Portugal is ad- ing hospitals and nursing homes, to provide such time off. Mexico. ing Britain, the U.S. and others are closed spaces like lavatories is a ministering around 320,000 jabs a But Michaels, who headed OSHA under President Barack Richard Branson’s rocketship com- not likely to arrive anytime soon. recipe for disaster.” week, “but it’s a race against time,” Obama, said the agency should have gone further and applied pany announced the Federal Aviation “We have through COVAX this she said. the rule to meat and poultry plants and other food operations Administration’s updated license on Fri- Also: as well as other places with workers at risk. month zero doses of AstraZeneca Portugal was the worst-hit country day. vaccine, zero doses of Pfi zer vac- LISBON, Portugal: Two months in the world, in terms of weekly in- Bagne, who lived alone, ran a business helping people It’s the fi nal hurdle in Virgin Galactic’s after Portugal began to ease a pro- incorporate their companies in Wyoming for the tax advan- yearslong effort to send paying passen- cine, zero doses of (Johnson and fections, in January. But an extended gers on short space hops. Johnson) vaccine,” acknowledged longed lockdown, the Lisbon region lockdown contained the spread. tages. He was winding down the business, planning to retire, is going into reverse due to a surge when he got sick, emailing his sister in April about an illness The company is working toward three Dr. Bruce Aylward, a senior adviser Since the pandemic began, Por- that had left him dizzy and disoriented. more space test fl ights, with the next one to the WHO chief. “Every single one driven by the coronavirus’ delta var- tugal has offi cially recorded around “Whatever it was. That bug took a LOT out of me,” he this summer. The original plans called for of our suppliers is unable to sup- iant, which now accounts for more 869,000 cases of COVID-19 and Branson to be aboard a test fl ight later this ply during this period because oth- than 7 in 10 new infections in the some 17,000 deaths. wrote. year, with fl ights for paying customers be- As his health deteriorated, a neighbor fi nally persuaded ginning next year. him to go to the hospital. Blue Origin’s Jeff Bezos plans to ride “Why was the messaging in his state so unclear that he his own rocket into space July 20 from taking his brother and two others along leasing plumes of ash high into the air and up to 3 kilometers (1.8 miles) at least six didn’t understand the importance of the vaccine? He was a Texas. for the ride on July 20, the 52nd anni- sending streams of lava with searing gas times since the morning as the volcano very bright guy,” his sister said. “I wish he’d gotten the vac- “I appreciate that there is a lot of specu- versary of the fi rst human moon landing. clouds fl owing down its slopes. No casu- groaned and rumbled, said Hanik Hu- cine, and I’m sad he didn’t understand how it could prevent lation” over whether Branson will try to (AP) alties were reported. maida, the head of Yogyakarta’s Volcan- him from getting COVID.” beat Bezos into space, company spokes- ❑ ❑ ❑ Clouds of hot ash shot 1,000 meters ology and Geological Hazard Mitigation woman Valerija Cymbal said in an email. (3,280 feet) into the sky and an ava- Center. Also: “But we don’t have any announcements Mount Merapi erupts: Indonesia’s lanche of lava and searing gas spilled A series of strong pyroclastic fl ows WASHINGTON: The US Food and Drug Administration about Virgin Galactic’s future fl ight plans most volatile volcano erupted Friday, re- down Mount Merapi’s trembling slopes were released from the actively growing (FDA) issued late Thursday an emergency use authorization at this time.” lava dome in the inner summit crater of Unlike Blue Origin’s and SpaceX’s the 2,968-meter (9,737-foot) high volca- (EUA) for the drug Actemra (tocilizumab) for the treatment no, Humaida said. of hospitalized adults and pediatric patients (two years and capsules launched from the ground by reusable rockets, Virgin Galactic uses a Pyroclastic fl ow is a volcanic phenom- older) “who are receiving systemic corticosteroids and re- winged spacecraft that launches from the enon includes turbulent and hot avalanch- quire supplemental oxygen. belly of an airplane. It’s reached space es of hot lava rocks, ash and volcanic gas- The FDA said in a statement “clinical trials of hospital- three times since 2018 with two pilots in ses mixed together. ized patients with COVID-19, Actemra in addition to the the cockpit. The second trip carried a third She described the volcano’s lava dome routine care patients receive for treatment of COVID-19, company employee. as growing rapidly, causing hot lava and which included corticosteroid therapy, was shown to reduce A review of the company’s third fl ight gas clouds to fl ow down its slopes. Parts the risk of death through 28 days of follow-up and decrease to space in May — which reached an of the lava dome were collapsing, sending the amount of time patients remained hospitalized.” altitude of 55 miles (89 kilometers) — rocks and ash fl owing down the southwest It added “the risk of patients being placed on ventilators showed everything went well and paved fl ank of the volcano. or death through 28 days of follow-up was also decreased,” the way for the necessary FAA permis- Ash covered several villages and near- noting sion. by towns, she said. Actemra is “not authorized for use in outpatients with “Today’s approval by the FAA of our Mount Merapi has seen increased vol- full commercial launch license, in con- canic activity in recent weeks and ash COVID-19.” junction with the success of our May plumes extended about 1.8 kilometers “Today’s action demonstrates the FDA’s commitment 22 test fl ight, give us confi dence as we (1.2 miles) to the southwest of the vol- to making new therapies available through every stage of proceed toward our fi rst fully crewed test cano before dawn, Humaida said. the global COVID-19 pandemic,” said Patrizia Cavazzoni, fl ight this summer,” chief executive of- Indonesia’s Volcanology and Geologi- director of the FDA’s Center for Drug Evaluation and Re- fi cer Michael Colglazier said in a state- cal Hazard Mitigation Center did not raise search. ment Merapi’s alert status, which already was She stressed “although vaccines have been successful in More than 600 people already have at the second-highest of four levels since decreasing the number of patients with COVID-19 who re- reserved a ride to space. Tickets initially it began erupting last November. quire hospitalization, providing additional therapies for those cost $250,000, but the price is expected to Villagers living on Merapi’s fertile who do become hospitalized is an important step in combat- go up once Virgin Galactic starts accept- A man receives the Moderna coronavirus vaccine at the Tokyo Metropolitan Govern- slopes are advised to stay 5 kilometers ing this pandemic.” ing reservations again. ment building in Tokyo June 25. People involved in the Tokyo 2020 Olympic and (3.1 miles) from the crater’s mouth and Blue Origin has yet to sell tickets to the Paralympic Games and residents with inoculation tickets received the Moderna coro- should be aware of the peril of lava, the public or say what it will cost. Bezos is navirus vaccines at the building to boost the inoculation campaign. (AP) agency said. 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John’s farewell tour Ramos ‘sexy & dark’ in new R&B album

NEW YORK, June 26, (AP): For his sophomore album, Anthony Ramos wanted to go “sexy and dark” while adding an R&B vibe in honor of the artists who inspired him growing up. “Love and Lies,” released on Friday, follows 2019’s “The Good & The Bad,” a “more autobio- graphical” effort, according to the “In the Heights” star. It features 12 songs, including “Échale” and “Right Now.” Ramos, who got his break in Lin-Manuel Mi- randa’s smash musical “Hamilton,” is having a breakthrough year as an actor, also appearing op- posite Uzo Aduba in the HBO reboot of “In Treat- ment.” His next projects in- clude a sci-fi epic, “Distant,” as well as the next “Trans- formers” installment. But “music was my fi rst love”, he told The Associat- ed Press in an interview this week from Montreal. And being a recording artist is a “sueñito” (little dream) that only grew bigger with time. Ramos Ramos also spoke about the colorism debate around “In the Heights” — “The people have spoken. There’s nothing to debate,” he said — and the fi lm’s lackluster theatrical box offi ce after being praised by critics and hailed as the movie of the In this video image provided by NATAS and the Daytime Emmys, host Sheryl Underwood introduces a tribute to the late talk show hosts, (pictured on screen from summer. The fi lm was released simultaneously in left), Regis Philbin, Alex Trebek and Larry King during the 48th Daytime Emmy Awards on Friday, June 25. (AP) theaters and for streaming on HBO Max. Answers have been edited for brevity and clar- ity. AP: There’s a strong R&B sound in “Love and Television Lies.” Would you call it an R&B album? Ramos: There’s defi nitely a heavy R&B vibe in this album, for sure. I wanted to add that ele- ment because R&B music is the music I grew up Older actors claim supporting trophies listening to. It infl uenced the way I sing, the way I write, and I think I didn’t have enough of that on my fi rst album. AP: Who did you listen to growing up? Daytime Emmys salute late TV icons Ramos: I listened to Usher and Donell Jones, even now I’m listening to H.E.R., I love Kehlani. LOS ANGELES, June 26, (AP): The was honored as host, beating out day- coronavirus pandemic. There’s one song that I wrote called “Satisfy You” Daytime Emmys turned into a love time newcomer Drew Barrymore, that was infl uenced by “Just in Case” by Jaheim. letter to Alex Trebek, honoring the be- among others, and the show won in the Also: (He sings a bit of both to show the similar vibe.) loved “Jeopardy!” host and the show entertainment talk category. NEW YORK: Actor Brian Stokes It was that feeling that I wanted to capture when seven months after his death. Trebek was remembered in a special Mitchell will be hosting a new stream- listening to that song. Trebek won as game show host and tribute segment, along with Regis Phil- ing talk show focusing on fellow art- AP: Why “Love and Lies”? “Jeopardy!” earned game show honors bin and King. Philbin died last July at ists like him who have made the jump Ramos: I think this album started to shape it- on Friday night. age 88. Among those honoring Trebek from stage to fi lm, television or music. self into that. We wrote that one song (“Love and ABC’s “General Hospital” claimed in taped comments were US fi rst lady The fi rst clutch of guests on “Cross- Lies”) and then that title started to linger. I was four trophies, including best drama. Jill Biden and Canadian Prime Minis- overs: Live!” include Bernadette trying to fi nd a title for this album but I couldn’t, Maurice Benard took lead actor honors ter Justin Trudeau. Peters, Kristin Chenoweth, Marc and this one just kept poking itself out. It’s like, for the third time as Sonny Corinthos. “I got to talk with him a few years Shaiman and David Hyde Pierce. In this video image provided by NA- Jacqueline MacInnes Wood of CBS’ ago, and he expressed to me how proud The six-episode fi rst season starts July sometimes what feels like love is a lie, and some- TAS and the Daytime Emmys, Jac- 26 with Vanessa Williams as guest. times what we sabotage ourselves out of, what we queline MacInnes Wood accepts the “The Bold and the Beautiful” won as he was to be a Canadian,” Trudeau award for outstanding performance lead actress, adding to her trophy from said. “I had to tell him that all Canadi- “I want it to be a show that really think is a lie is actually love, because we think oh two years ago for her role as Steffy ans are incredibly proud that he’s one lights people up and makes people no, it’s too good to be true. This album started to by a lead actress in a drama series for ‘The Bold and the Beautiful’ dur- Forrester. of us as well.” go, ‘Yes! Look what we can do! Look feel like that story. That was the title of the story It was a family affair, with the chil- what we human beings are capable of ing the 48th Daytime Emmy Awards Informative that was being told. on Friday, June 25. (AP) dren of Trebek and Larry King accept- and I’m going to go out and do that AP: This is your second album in two years ing on their late fathers’ behalf. King, who died in January at age 87, same thing,’” Mitchell tells The As- and I’m sure every song comes to you in differ- Trebek’s son, Matt, and daughter, won as informative talk show host for sociated Press. ent ways but, have you found any patterns in your Emily, stood behind the host’s podium his eponymous show on Ora TV. His “I hope it inspires everybody and creative process? on the quiz show’s set. Trebek died of sons, Chance and Cannon, accepted. they also have a lot of fun watching it. Ramos: I love to tell stories. You know, even pancreatic cancer in November at age “This last season was a testament And it gives them lots of joy and delight if the beat is about, “We’re going out and we’re 80. to his love for broadcasting,” Chance and they learn things that they didn’t gonna have a party,” it’s still like, “We’re gonna “For as long as we can remember, King said. “As much as he is gone, he know about these people before.” have a party AND we’re gonna do that. We’re he was always so proud to be a part of is with us in our hearts forever.” “Crossovers: Live!” will be avail- gonna have a party AND I’m feeling this.” And ‘Jeopardy!’, to work on a show that Marla Adams and Max Gail won able on Steller, a new pay live-event was based on knowledge, risk and the supporting actor trophies. platform created by Goldstar. Sub- I started to learn that I’m really enjoying writing challenge — people had to think,” Tre- Adams plays Dina Mergeron on scription tickets for the series are $49 songs with my friends too. Sometimes you write bek’s son said. “He loved every bit of CBS’ “The Young and the Restless.” and go on sale Wednesday. the best music with the people you’re close to, it.” The 82-year-old actor accepted at Mitchell is in many ways the perfect who know you the best. The pattern is that the Emily added, “He was always ex- home with the Emmy statue on a table host for such a show, having a career more I write, the more I’m starting to get to know Glass Spears cited to go to work, even during his behind her. “Y&R” also won the best that spans Broadway, television, fi lm myself not only as an artist but as a person. That’s battle with cancer. He was so fortunate writing category. and concert appearances. He won a one of my favorite things about writing songs, you that he was able to do what he loved, Gail appeared on stage while social- Tony Award for his work on “Kiss keep fi nding out things about yourself every time Variety and we know that he not once took it ly distanced because of the coronavi- Me, Kate” and had a seven-year stint you go to the studio. for granted.” rus pandemic to accept for his role as on “Trapper John, MD.” He’s since al- AP: Back to “In the Heights,” what do you It was Trebek’s third straight vic- Mike Corbin on “General Hospital.” It ternated between shows like “Mr. Ro- think about the colorism debate and the box-offi ce LOS ANGELES: Britney Spears’ powerful tory and sixth overall in the category. was the 78-year-old actor’s second tro- bot” and Broadway’s “Shuffl e Along.” results? Many expected it to be the biggest release plea to a judge to end the conservatorship He was nominated a record 32 times phy in the supporting category, having “So much of what I’m talking about that has controlled her life since 2008 during his career. won in 2019. “GH” also won directing is luck because it’s so out of your of the summer. brought sympathy and outrage from fans, Ramos: Executive producer Mike Richards honors. hands,” he says. “It’s been an interest- I think this is a good opportunity for us famous supporters and even casual observ- dedicated the best game show trophy “Red Table Talk,” featuring Jada ing journey, exploring why some peo- to hear people and for us as creatives — I can only ers who say she deserves independence. to Trebek, who hosted for 37 years. Pinkett Smith, her daughter, Willow, ple hit, why some people don’t, why speak on behalf of myself — for me as a creative to Yet lawyers who deal in such matters say the speech itself may not have helped “He was more than just a game and her mother, Adrienne Banfi eld- some people are wildly successful in say OK, when I make my stuff and when I keep go- show host, he was a legend, a tower- Norris, won for informative talk show. one medium or sometimes both.” ing as a creative, how do I see, what did we do good her in the legal process, which will be long and arduous. ing fi gure,” Richards said in pre-taped Ina Garten of “Barefoot Contessa” He said the discussions with his and how can I make sure that I learn from the times “When Britney spoke, I mean, the world remarks. “He believed that ‘Jeopardy!’ won as best culinary host. “CBS Sun- guests will include everything from that we might have missed the mark. That’s how I listened. This was amazing,” family law at- was more than just a game show. He day Morning,” hosted by Jane Pauley, how they coped with COVID-19 lock- feel about the debate, and I feel like there is no de- torney Peter Walzer said. “Now, whether loved it because it stood for facts, com- earned morning show honors. downs to their creative process. Pro- bate, right? The people have spoken and there’s no the judge will buy it, whether the judge will petition, and the celebration of intelli- Sheryl Underwood of CBS’ “The ducers say the show will be “cheeky, debate about it. There’s nothing to debate. let her out of her conservatorship, my bet gence.” Talk” presided over the show. She was thought-provoking and wildly enter- As far as the box offi ce concerns, you know, no- is no.” Kelly Clarkson’s eponymous talk one of the hosts last year, when the taining” with “candid discussions, rare body is ever gonna talk about how many streams Spears’ passionate, at times emotional show earned two trophies. The singer show was done virtually because of the footage and unexpected laughs.” it had on HBO Max. If the movie had come out in address Wednesday to Los Angeles Supe- the theaters only, then who knows what the box rior Court Judge Brenda Penny was the fi rst time in 13 years she has spoken in time. I’m not her psychologist, but these sessions or in the numerous sealed docu- ment fi rm the Bessemer Trust as co-con- offi ce would have been. But at the same time I’m open court on the conservatorship, which are things that potentially point to being in ments fi led in the case. servator of Spears’ fi nances, but kept her not disappointed at the box offi ce, I’m not, be- she called “abusive” and “stupid.” The the middle of mental illness.” “The court didn’t say ‘I don’t agree with father James Spears as its co-conservator cause people are watching the movie. I don’t care conservatorship was put in place as Spears, Penny did not tip her hand or offer much you,’ or ‘I’m concerned for you’ or ‘I’m against her wishes. And Penny has been how you watch it, as long as you see it. The most hounded by paparazzi and media scrutiny reaction to the dramatic presentation, other disappointed these issues were not brought keeping court hearings like Wednesday’s important thing to me is the message in the movie while a new mother, underwent a very than to say Spears’ speech was “coura- before me previously,’” Glass said. increasingly public and leaving more docu- and that people see it and they feel it. It will live public mental health crisis in 2008. geous.” It’s unclear how much the judge There is evidence that Penny considers ments unsealed since Spears pushed for with them forever. Spears revisited the speech in an has heard before, either during Spears’ Spears’ opinions in her decisions. greater transparency in the case last year. Instagram post Thursday, apologizing “for previous addresses to the court in closed She recently appointed estate-manage- Short of ending the conservator- Also: pretending like I’ve been ok the past two ship, Penny may alter it to make it more years. palatable to Spears, and could order an NEW YORK: Elton John has announced the fi nal “I did it because of my pride and I was immediate investigation into some of the dates for his farewell tour, which includes stops at embarrassed to share what happened to allegations. big stadiums in the US me,” she said, later adding, “Believe it or “I’m alarmed if I’m the judge,” said Sa- “Elton John Farewell Yellow Brick Road: The not pretending that I’m ok has actually rah Wentz, an attorney who specializes in Final Tour” will visit Frankfurt, Germany, helped.” estates and conservatorships. “I’m going to on May 27, 2022 and will make several stops In court, Spears said she is forced to fi nd out ASAP if there are things we need throughout Europe, including Milan, Liverpool keep using an intrauterine device for birth reviewed or corrected, for the court to see control and take other medications, is if there are not human rights violations.” and Paris. prevented from getting married or having There is plenty of room for Penny to John also announced dates in North Ameri- another child, and is not allowed to have make changes that don’t end the conserva- ca, kicking off those shows on July 15, 2022, at her own money. She condemned her father torship entirely. Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia. He will also and the others who control it. “What they can do is try to put together perform at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, The speech was compelling for the same a plan that meets her goals and wishes New Jersey; Soldier Field in Chicago; Mercedes- reasons it may be problematic to the court. in every way possible, so she only has a Benz Stadium in Atlanta; Nissan Stadium in She spoke very quickly, often profanely, few things that she needs to check in on,” and could seem out of control as she rattled Wentz said. “It doesn’t have to be an all-in Nashville, Tennessee; and Minute Maid Park in off injustices and the emotional turmoil kind of thing.” Houston. He will wrap the North American trek they have brought her. Spears’ court-appointed attorney, with two shows at Dodger Stadium in Los Ange- “It just seems to me that her presentation Samuel Ingham III, said that despite his les on November 19 and 20, 2022. to her court didn’t do herself any favors,” client’s pleas to Penny to end the conser- In 2023 he will play in New Zealand and Aus- said David Glass, a family law attorney vatorship, she has yet to even ask him to tralia before wrapping up the tour, which began with a doctorate in psychology. “The words In this video image provided by NATAS and the Daytime Emmys, Marla Adams fi le a petition to do so. He said before the in 2018. came out like bullets. She shifted rapidly accepts the award for outstanding performance by a supporting actress in a presentation Wednesday that he made no between thoughts and ideas. She also ad- drama series for ‘The Young and the Restless’ during the 48th Daytime Emmy attempt to “control, or fi lter, or edit” his mitted to being depressed and crying all the Awards on Friday, June 25. (AP) client’s words. (AP) ARAB TIMES, SUNDAY, JUNE 27, 2021 SPORTS 14

Steelers sign Turner Nola ties ‘record’ with 10 straight Jets, Moses agree to ‘one-year’ deal NEW YORK, June 26, (AP): The New York Jets signed former Washington offensive tackle Morgan Moses to a one-year deal according to a person strikeouts, Phillies, Mets split DH with direct knowledge of the signing. The person spoke to The Associ- ated Press on condition of anonymity because the Jets hadn’t announced the Tatis hits 3 HRs, Padres hand D-Backs 24th straight road loss move. The Washington Post first re- ported the signing. The addition gives rookie quarterback Zach Wilson an- NEW YORK, June 26, other veteran protector. (AP): Bryce Harper blew Moses was released by Washington on May 20 after starting every game at kisses at a booing crowd right tackle the past six seasons. to punctuate his home run, With the Jets, Moses would presum- and the Philadelphia Phil- ably take over the same spot - moving George Fant to a backup role after he lies beat the New York started 14 games last year in his first Mets 2-1 in eight innings season in New York. for a doubleheader split af- ter Aaron Nola matched a FOOTBALL long-standing major league record with 10 straight The offensive line has been an is- strikeouts in the opener. sue the past few years for the Jets, who Odúbel Herrera drove in the have seen several personnel changes. tiebreaking run with a groundout General manager Joe Douglas has against reliever Sean Reid-Foley made improving the line a priority, (2-1) in the eighth as both games drafting left tackle Mekhi Becton in the first round last year and left guard took an extra inning to determine Alijah Vera-Tucker this year. a winner. ❑ ❑ ❑ Nola tied Tom Seaver’s mark for consecutive strikeouts set 51 years It didn’t take long for the Pittsburgh ago, but the Mets rallied to win the Steelers to find a replacement for Da- fi rst game 2-1 in eight innings on big vid DeCastro. hits by Francisco Lindor and Dominic The Steelers signed five-time Pro Smith. Bowl guard Trai Turner to a one-year Following a costly error by third deal, a day after cutting DeCastro in a baseman Alec Bohm in the bottom somewhat surprising move. of the seventh, Archie Bradley (3-1) Financial terms were not disclosed, limited the damage and allowed only but Pittsburgh did find itself with a little pinch-hitter James McCann’s tying money to spend after releasing DeCastro, sacrifi ce fl y in the nightcap. a six-time Pro Bowler and two-time All- In the opener, Seth Lugo (1-0) Pro who served as the linchpin of a line struck out three in the top of the eighth that was among the league’s best for the and stranded two runners for the NL second half of the 2010s. East leaders, playing their third dou- Turner comes to Pittsburgh three bleheader in seven days. months after getting cut by the Los An- Padres 11, Diamondbacks 5 geles Chargers. The 28-year-old Turner In San Diego, San Diego slugger spent just one season in Los Angeles, Fernando Tatis Jr. hit three homers, playing in a career-low nine games. hours after saying he would skip the Philadelphia Phillies’ Aaron Nola delivers a pitch during the sixth inning of the first baseball game of a doubleheader against the New York Mets, on June Pittsburgh is hoping Turner can All-Star Home Run Derby because of 25, in New York. (AP) return to the form he showcased dur- an ailing shoulder, and the Padres sent ing a six-year stint with the Carolina Arizona to its record 24th straight road in 16 games and improved to 24-52, Josh Donaldson also drove in two runs on to end Washington’s fi ve-game win drove in two runs each for the Pirates. Panthers, when he became a Pro Bowl loss. including 12-26 away from home. for the Twins. streak. St. Louis has lost fi ve straight, sev- fixture after the Panthers selected him Tatis hit a solo home run off Corbin Red Sox 5, Yankees 3 Griffi n Jax (1-0) got his fi rst career Rojas had four RBIs, and Garrett en of eight and 18 of 24, dropping a in the third round of the 2014 draft. Martin in the fi rst inning and another In Boston, Hunter Renfroe had two victory with 4 1/3 innings in relief, and Cooper homered and doubled twice as season-worst four games under .500 at solo drive in the second off Riley RBIs, including go-ahead sacrifi ce fl y Hansel Robles recorded his seventh the Marlins stopped a four-game losing 36-40. Smith. Tatis connected again in his in the third inning, and Boston’s pitch- save by fi nishing the ninth. streak. Adam Duvall reached base four Crowe (1-4) allowed eight hits, third at-bat, a two-run shot off Smith in ers held New York scoreless over the Rays 4, Angels 3 times with two singles and two walks. struck out two and walked two. He the fourth. Tatis got two more chances fi nal seven innings. In St. Petersburg, Florida, Shohei Mariners 9, White Sox 3 gave up solo homers to Nolan Arenado at becoming the 19th player to share It was Boston’s fourth straight win Ohtani led off by homering for the In Chicago, Yusei Kikuchi pitched in the third and Dylan Carlson in the the record of four homers in a game. over the Yankees. seventh time in nine games, but Tampa another road gem and Luis Torrens fourth. Richard Rodríguez pitched a Tatis is tied with Vladimir Guerrero Boston starter Martín Pérez allowed Bay edged Los Angeles when pinch- homered twice, helping Seattle beat perfect ninth for his 10th save in 12 Jr. of Toronto for the major league lead six hits and three runs over 3 2/3 in- Chicago. chances. hitter Brandon Lowe was hit by a pitch Jake Woodford (1-1) took the loss. with 25 home runs. nings, walking two and striking out with the bases loaded. Seattle won for the ninth time in 11 Dodgers 6, Cubs 2 three before being replaced by Hiro- games. Jake Fraley also went deep for Giants 2, Athletics 0 In Los Angeles, AJ Pollock and Max kazu Sawamura. BASEBALL the Mariners, and Jake Bauers had a In San Francisco, Johnny Cueto Muncy homered during the eighth in- Rangers 9, Royals 4 run-scoring single. outdueled Sean Manaea and San Fran- ning as Los Angeles rebounded from In Arlington, Texas, Nate Lowe’s Kikuchi allowed one run and two cisco beat Oakland in the Bay Bridge being no hit by Chicago one night ear- three hits included his fi rst career triple Moved up to the leadoff spot, Ohtani hits in 5 2/3 innings. while improving Series opener. lier. in the majors as Texas dominated their hit a drive estimated at 453 feet off to 4-0 with a 1.98 ERA over his last Curt Casali, a last-minute addition Zach McKinstry also went deep for former All-Star Mike Minor and beat the D-ring in right fi eld at Tropicana six starts. Torrens hit a two-run shot in in place of ailing Buster Posey, hom- the Dodgers. Blake Treinen (2-3), the Kansas City. Field, only the 39th ball to reach that the second and another two-run drive ered in the seventh to greet A’s reliever sixth of seven pitchers who got the Playing his 146th game in the big spot since the park opened in 1998. It in the seventh for his fi rst career mul- Cam Bedrosian. call from Dave Roberts, pitched 1 2/3 leagues, Lowe’s two-run triple high- was Ohtani’s 24th homer, extending a tihomer game. Cueto (6-3) gave up fi ve hits over scoreless innings. lighted a four-run fourth inning. Rook- career high. Pirates 5, Cardinals 4 seven scoreless innings, struck out six and walked one. Kris Bryant homered and Jason ie Jonah Heim matched career highs Braves 3, Reds 2 In St. Louis, Wil Crowe gave up Heyward had two of the Cubs’ fi ve with three hits and two RBIs for Texas. four runs over fi ve innings for his fi rst Manaea (6-4) struck out seven and Los Angeles Dodgers third base- In Cincinnati, Guillermo Heredia walked three, allowed one run on three hits. Ryan Tepera (0-1) took the loss. Dane Dunning (3-6) won for the fi rst homered, doubled and made a defen- major league win, and Pittsburgh beat man Justin Turner, (top), throws out time since May 9, allowing two runs St. Louis for its fi fth victory in seven hits over six innings, and also had a Chicago Cubs’ Sergio Alcantara at Orioles 6, Blue Jays 5, 10 Innings sive gem before crashing into the wall pair of hits. on fi ve hits and two walks in fi ve in- in the eighth inning in his return to the games following a 10-game losing first as relief pitcher Jimmy Nelson In Buffalo, N.Y., Austin Hays drove Posey was a late scratch because of watches during the seventh inning in two runs to cap an eighth-inning ral- nings. lineup in Atlanta’s win over Cincin- streak. Jacob Stallings and Phillip Evans low back tightness, with Casali called of a baseball game, on June 25, in ly, and Baltimore beat Toronto to snap Twins 8, Indians 7 nati. into duty. Los Angeles. (AP) a 20-game road losing streak. In Minneapolis, Luis Arraez hit two The game’s fi rst run came in the Baltimore’s road skid was tied for triples and a tiebreaking two-run dou- fi fth when Atlanta’s Freddie Freeman the second-longest in AL history, trail- ble in the sixth inning, sparking Min- doubled home Ronald Acuña Jr. for his ing only the 22 losses in a row by the nesota to a victory over Cleveland. 900th career RBI. MLB Results/Standings 1943 Philadelphia Athletics. The last- Arraez went 3 for 4 with three RBIs, Dansby Swanson hit a solo homer in place Orioles won for the second time Alex Kirilloff hit a two-run homer and the sixth and Heredia added a solo shot in the seventh, both off Reds rookie Vladimir Gutiérrez (3-2). WASHINGTON, June 26, (AP): Results and standings from the MLB games on Friday. Eugenio Suárez also hit a solo home Tampa Bay 4 LA Angels 3 Milwaukee 5 Colorado (11 inn) 4 Baltimore 6 Toronto (10 inn) 5 Atlanta 3 Cincinnati 2 run off Luke Jackson in the seventh. Boston 5 NY Yankees 3 Philadelphia 2 NY Mets (8 inn 2nd game) 1 Brewers 5, Rockies 4, 11 Innings Minnesota 8 Cleveland 7 Miami 11 Washington 2 Texas 9 Kansas City 4 Pittsburgh 5 St Louis 4 In Milwaukee, Willy Adames hit Seattle 9 Chicago White Sox 3 San Diego 11 Arizona 5 a tying, two-run homer in the ninth San Francisco 2 Oakland 0 LA Dodgers 6 Chicago Cubs 2 inning and singled to set up Keston NY Mets 2 Philadelphia (8 inn 1st game) 1 Hiura’s sacrifi ce fl y in the 11th as Mil- American League National League waukee beat Colorado to cap a return East Division East Division W L Pct GB W L Pct GB to full capacity at American Family Tampa Bay 46 31 .597 _ New York 39 32 .549 _ Field. Boston 45 31 .592 -1/2 Washington 36 37 .493 4 With Manny Piña at second base to New York 40 35 .533 5 Atlanta 36 39 .480 5 Toronto 38 36 .514 6-1/2 Philadelphia 35 38 .479 5 start the bottom of the 11th, Adames Baltimore 24 52 .316 21-1/2 Miami 32 43 .427 9 singled off Lucas Gilbreath (0-1). Central Division Central Division Jackie Bradley Jr. walked to load the W L Pct GB W L Pct GB bases before Hiura lifted a fl yball over Chicago 44 31 .587 _ Milwaukee 43 33 .566 _ Cleveland 41 32 .562 2 Chicago 42 34 .553 1 a fi ve-man infi eld that was caught by Kansas City 33 41 .446 10-1/2 Cincinnati 37 37 .500 5 Raimel Tapia, whose one-hop throw Detroit 32 43 .427 12 St Louis 36 40 .474 7 was up the fi rst-base line. Minnesota 32 43 .427 12 Pittsburgh 28 46 .378 14 West Division West Division Marlins 11, Nationals 2 W L Pct GB W L Pct GB In Miami, Kyle Schwarber hit 13th Houston 47 28 .627 _ San Francisco 49 26 .653 _ Oakland 46 32 .590 2-1/2 Los Angeles 45 31 .592 4-1/2 San Diego Padres’ Fernando Tatis Jr. hits a two-run home run during the home run in the last 14 games but Seattle 40 37 .519 8 San Diego 46 32 .590 4-1/2 fourth inning of a baseball game against the Arizona Diamondbacks, on Miguel Rojas hit a three-run homer in Los Angeles 36 39 .480 11 Colorado 31 45 .408 18-1/2 June 25, in San Diego. (AP) a four-run fi rst inning and Miami went Texas 28 48 .368 19-1/2 Arizona 21 56 .273 29

Fowles has 30 points, 14 rebounds NC State forced to drop out due to COVID-19 protocols Lynx edge Aces in OT to snap Vanderbilt advances to College World Series finals Las Vegas’ 5-game win streak OMAHA, Nebraska, June 26, (AP): Vanderbilt will NC State was missing four starting position play- advance to the College World Series fi nals after ers and had only 13 of its 27 players available for MINNEAPOLIS, June 26, (AP): lane and made two free throws to tie North Carolina State was forced to drop out because its Friday game, which was delayed an hour after the Sylvia Fowles had 30 points and 14 it at 82 with two seconds left. Fowles of COVID-19 protocols, the NCAA announced early NCAA said it needed time to complete “health and rebounds and the Minnesota Lynx did not hit the rim on a baseline Saturday. safety protocols.” NC State said “several players” beat Las Vegas jumper as time expired. NC State had only 13 players available during its had entered the COVID-19 protocol. 90-89 in over- Liz Cambage got Las Vegas with- 3-1 loss to the Commodores on Friday. The teams After the game, North Carolina State coach Elliott time to snap the in a point with 1:06 left in overtime were scheduled to meet again Saturday afternoon in a Avent grew frustrated and wouldn’t answer directly Aces’ fi ve-game to cap the scoring. winner-take-all Bracket 1 fi nal. when asked if he or the baseball program encouraged winning streak. The NCAA Division I Baseball Committee de- players to be vaccinated. Fowles be- clared that game a no-contest. came the BASKETBALL “This decision was made based on the recommen- BASEBALL fi rst player in dation of the Championship Medical Team and the WNBA history The Aces turned it over on their fi - Douglas County Health Department,” the NCAA to record at least nal possession, and Minnesota called said in a statement. “As a result, Vanderbilt will ad- “My job is to teach them baseball, make sure they 30 points, 10 re- a timeout with 27.5 left. Layshia vance to the CWS Finals. get an education and keep them on the right track for- “The NCAA and the committee regret that NC ward,” he said. “But I don’t try to indoctrinate my Clarendon was off on a long jumper, North Carolina State pitching coach Clint Chrys- bounds, four as- Fowles State’s student-athletes and coaching staff will not be kids with my values or my opinions. Obviously, we sists, four steals but Fowles got the offensive rebound ler, (right), speaks with right handed pitcher Dal- able to continue in the championship in which they ton Feeney (19) in the dugout during a delay talk about a lot of things. But these are young men and four blocks in a game. Napheesa and the Lynx dribbled out the clock. earned the right to participate. Because of privacy is- that can make their own decisions and that’s what Collier added 23 points, 10 rebounds Clarendon added 20 points and due to health and safety protocols before their sues, we cannot provide further details.” baseball game against Vanderbilt in the College they did.” and eight assists for the Lynx (7-7) seven assists for Minnesota. Vanderbilt returns to the fi nals for a second straight World Series, on June 25, at TD Ameritrade Park Avent rolled his eyes when asked if he’s been vac- Minnesota led by nine points with Wilson had 28 points, 14 rebounds time. The Commodores won the 2019 CWS. There in Omaha, Nebraska. (AP) cinated. 3:11 left in the fourth quarter, but and four steals for Las Vegas (10-4). was no tournament last year because of the pandemic. “If you want to talk baseball, we can talk baseball,” Las Vegas got within two late and Cambage added 18 points and 20 re- The Commodores will meet Mississippi State or plate to take pictures around the CWS logo early Sat- he said. “If you want to talk politics or stuff like that, called a timeout with 14.1 seconds bounds, and Kelsey Plum scored 15 Texas in the best-of-three fi nals starting Monday. urday, after the rain-delayed Texas-Mississippi game you can go talk to my head of sports medicine, Rob left. A’ja Wilson was fouled in the points - all in the second half. NC State players and coaches gathered at home was completed, Murphy.” ARAB TIMES, SUNDAY, JUNE 27, 2021 SPORTS 15

Hamilton shares front row Verstappen claims Styrian GPrix Vasilevskiy shines again, qualifying for 3rd pole of season SPIELBERG, Austria, June 26, finished 14th and went out in (AP): Formula One championship Q2, a day after he was runner- leader Max Verstappen took pole up to Verstappen in the second position for the Styrian Grand Prix practice. Lightning blank Islanders on Saturday. Earlier Saturday, Hamilton The Red Bull driver became the timed the fastest lap in the third fi rst this weekend to complete a lap and fi nal practice as he was just below 1 minute, 4 seconds as he over two-tenths of a second faster timed 1:03.841 than Verstappen. in Q3 to beat Verstappen, who leads Hamilton Mercedes driv- by 12 points in the season stand- er Valtteri Bot- ings, was fastest in both practices tas by .194. Friday. With Bottas getting a three- MOTOR RACING place grid pen- alty from a pit- lane incident in Hamilton also timed the quickest Friday’s prac- lap in Friday’s second practice but tice, Verstap- Hamilton went too wide on a turn, making pen will share the front row with him one of many drivers who had defending champion Lewis Ham- lap times deleted for exceeding the ilton, who trailed his Mercedes track limit. teammate by .032 in third. A day after getting a three- McLaren’s Lando Norris and place grid penalty for spinning Red Bull’s Sergio Perez will start while leaving the Mercedes box, from row two. Bottas had another pitlane scare It’s Verstappen’s second straight as he narrowly avoided Pierre pole and third of the season, com- Gasly, who overlooked the Finn- pared to Hamilton’s two. ish driver when leaving the Al- At the French GP last week, phaTauri box. Verstappen completed a hat trick With a track record of just under of pole, fastest lap, and victory. 1 minute, 3 seconds, the Red Bull Red Bull has won the last Ring has the quickest lap times of three races, while Hamilton is the F1 season. looking for a first triumph since However, it is only the fi fth- winning the Spanish GP seven shortest track, behind Monaco, weeks ago. Netherlands, Mexico, and Bra- Charles Leclerc had the sev- zil. It has three long straights and enth-fastest time after both Fer- features the fewest corners - 10, raris finished outside the top and three of them are taken at full 10 in practice Friday. Leclerc throttle. earned pole position in two of It leaves drivers few opportuni- the last three GPs. ties to fi nd time, usually making McLaren’s Daniel Ricciardo for a tight qualifying. New York Islanders goaltender Semyon Varlamov (40) blocks a shot by Tampa Bay Lightning center Ross Colton (79) during the second period in Game 7 of an NHL hockey Stanley Cup semifinal playoff series, on June 25, in Tampa, Florida. (AP) Tampa Bay heads back to Stanley Cup Final

TAMPA, Florida, June 26, (AP): Andrei Vasilevskiy Vollering wins La Course in sprint finish had 18 saves and Yanni LANDERNEAU, France, June 26, Vollering de France. Gourde scored a short- (AP): Dutch rider Demi Vollering won edged Cecilie Ut- A women’s version of the Tour de handed goal to help the a sprint fi nish on Saturday to claim a trup Ludwig of France will return from next year, with Tampa Bay Lightning beat maiden victory in La Course, the wom- Denmark in the a start in Paris after the conclusion of en’s one-day race organized as a Tour last meters and the men’s event. the New York Islanders 1-0 de France curtain-raiser. Vos - another The “Tour de France Femmes” aims in Game 7 of their NHL Dutch rider - fi n- to become a permanent fi xture on the playoff semifinal series. ished third. women’s world tour cycling calendar CYCLING Vollering won after various failed attempts in the past. The defending champions ad- the prestigious A women’s Tour stage race took vanced to a Stanley Cup Final There were several unsuccessful at- Liège-Bastogne- place from 1984 to 1989, running par- matchup against the surprising tacks in the last three kilometers uphill Vollering Liège classic ear- allel with the men’s race before later Montreal Canadiens, who upset Red Bull driver Max Verstappen of the Netherlands makes a fist after win- before former champion Marianne Vos lier this season. being shortened. the Vegas Golden Knights in the ning the qualifying at the Red Bull Ring racetrack in Spielberg, Austria, launched the sprint from a reduced group It was the last La Course. Organizers The latest version of the women’s other semifinal. Game 1 is Monday Saturday, June 26, 2021. The Styrian Formula One Grand Prix will be held in the fi nal stretch leading to Landerneau, ASO had been holding the event since Tour is scheduled to start on July 24, night in Tampa. on June 27. (AP) in the western Brittany region. 2014 in the absence of a women’s Tour 2022. Gourde beat Islanders goalie Semyon Varlamov off a pass from Anthony Cirelli at 1:49 of the second Lee and Chiles on verge of Oly dream Stevenson scores two tries period. Vasilevskiy turned away sev- en shots in the fi nal period to post his fi fth career playoff shutout - fourth Biles soars to lead at US Olympic Trials New Zealand Maori cruise to this postseason. It marked the fi rst time in NHL history a Game 7 ended ST. LOUIS, June 26, (AP): Simone 35-10 win over rusty Samoa 1-0 with a short-handed goal. Biles is primed for Tokyo. Vasilevskiy, vying for his second The world and Olympic gymnas- WELLINGTON, New Zealand, June Vezina Trophy in three years, also tics champion put on a dazzling dis- 26, (AP): Winger Shaun Stevenson beat the Islanders 8-0 in Game 5 play during the U.S. Olympic Tri- scored two tries for the New Zealand NZ crush Australia and shut out Florida and Carolina to als, pulling out all the stops - well, Maori in a 35-10 victory over Samoa clinch series wins over Panthers and almost all of them - on her way to a in a rain-swept rugby international on at Oceania Sevens Hurricanes in the fi rst two rounds. Saturday. The Lightning improved to 14-0 commanding lead and a spot in Ja- Stevenson touched down twice in TOWNSVILLE, Australia, June 26, in games following a playoff loss pan next month. the fi rst half and fellow winger Sean (AP): New Zealand dominated the since beginning last year’s champi- Her all-around total of 60.565 Wainui also scored as the Maori took Australian women’s side to hand the Rio Olympic gold medalists a onship run. They also bounced back included a 15.133 on beam that charge of the match, leading 21-7 at from losses to beat the Islanders in featured the “double-double” dis- 34-5 defeat at the Oceania Sevens halftime. rugby tournament on Saturday. Games 2 and 5 and haven’t suffered mount named for her, a maneuver Captain Ash Dixon and backrower The New Zealand women turned consecutive playoff losses since be- she’s kept under wraps since the Whetukamokamo Douglas scored in back early Australian pressure ing swept by Columbus in the fi rst 2019 world championships. She the second half as the Maori dominat- and then turned its game over to round in 2019. opted to skip the Yurchenko dou- ed territory and possession in challeng- a strong offensive attack, taking ble-pike vault she unveiled in com- ing conditions. an early 22-0 lead. The win came petition last month and still posted in the third of six rounds during a ICE HOCKEY three-day tournament featuring the top score on the event. RUGBY some of the Tokyo Olympics fa- Her fl oor exercise - the one that Simone Biles reacts to her performance on the uneven bars during the vorites in action. The Islanders, who were aiming includes not one but two epony- women’s U.S. Olympic Gymnastics Trials, on June 25, in St. Louis. (AP) Samoa was playing its first match “We were sitting there watching for their fi rst Stanley Cup Final berth mous elements in the sport’s Code since the 2019 World Cup and com- them, waiting for them to play . . . in 37 years, forced a winner-take-all of Points - was both spectacular peted well despite a truncated prepa- we have to start better,” Australia showdown by rallying to win Game and spectacularly controlled. Clear- Qatari runner Haroun dies ration. coach John Manenti said. 6 on Anthony Beauvillier’s overtime “It was a tough game to be hon- Fiji’s women’s side beat Oceania goal. ly frustrated after stepping out of 21-12. bounds several times while winning DOHA, Qatar, June 26, (AP): in a car crash.” est. We didn’t have our way at all,” But with the Lightning playing Dixon said. “We had to work pretty In the men’s tournament, the her seventh national title earlier this Abdalelah Haroun, a Qatari run- Born in Sudan, Haroun gained Rio Olympic-champion Fijians relentless defense, while also out- ner who won bronze in the 400 eligibility to represent Qatar in hard but I’m really stoked with the won their third consecutive match, shooting New York 31-18, opportu- month, Biles kept her toes well meters at the 2017 world cham- 2015, World Athletics said. result. inside the white lines during her handing New Zealand its first loss. nities were limited Friday night. pionships, died Saturday, the Haroun ran the 400 in 44.48 “We wanted to take them on up Tampa Bay reached the Cup Final law-of-physics pushing tumbling Qatar Olympic Committee said. seconds to fi nish third at the 2017 front because of the conditions,” he for the fourth time in franchise his- passes. He was 24. worlds in London behind winner continued. “I would have loved to played in lashing rain. They kept the ball in hand more in the second half tory despite not getting big nights The committee announced Wayde van Niekerk of South Af- have a dry ball and see both teams offensively from playoff scoring Haroun’s death on its social media rica and Steven Gardiner of the throw it around a bit but hopefully and also spent long periods in Samoa GYMNASTICS territory. leader Nikita Kucherov and Brayden accounts but did not specify how Bahamas. next week we can do that and see Point, whose streak of consecutive he died. Haroun competed in the 2016 some good footy.” Stevenson scored the fi rst try of the World Athletics said the former Rio de Janeiro Olympics, reaching The teams meet again next weekend match after nine minutes, running onto games with at least one goal ended “I was super excited going into at nine - one shy of the NHL playoff this one,” Biles said. “I know ex- world junior champion “has died the semifi nal heats. before Samoa faces Tonga in a World a wide kick from Otere Black to put Cup qualifying match. him outside the Samoa defense. record. actly what to expect. And I feel The Maori were dominant in scrums Samoa had a try disallowed for Kucherov played despite missing like I’m very ... like I’m a lot more to the title at Winter Cup in Febru- the energy inside an electric Dome throughout the match and controlled obstruction before leveling with a try most of Game 6 with an injury. Point emotional this time around, which ary and has been a fi xture in the top at America’s Center, Skinner fi n- possession with judicious kicking, to winger Neria Fomai, who chipped failed to score a goal for just the sec- is so crazy. Even walking out of the three in event meet since. Perhaps ished in the top fi ve in three events, especially in the fi rst half which was ahead and recovered his own kick. ond time in the past 13 games. tearing up and crying. The girls are just as importantly, she’s seeming- imploring the crowd to roar at the Kucherov left Game 6 after a like, ‘Are you OK?’ I’m fi ne. It’s ly become immune to the pressure. end of every dismount. taking a hit to the lower back from just like, I can’t believe the time is She’s now completed 20 events Skinner, Grace McCallum and Islanders defenseman Scott May- here. It’s been fi ve years and I’m over the last four months, without a Kayla DiCello are separated by just fi eld. His status for Friday night was grateful.” fall on any of them. three-tenths of a point, with Kara uncertain until just before faceoff. The top two all-around fi nishers Not even Biles, who came off Eaker a little further back. DiCello Lightning defenseman Erik Cernak Sunday night after the fi nals auto- uneven bars at the U.S. Classic in bounced back from a sluggish per- also returned to the lineup after miss- matically qualify for the Olympic May, can say that. formance in which she fell on mul- ing the previous two games. team. Biles is a lock no matter what The selection committee has set tiple events to fi nish in the top six in The Islanders fell to 4-6 all-time in happens Sunday. aside 30 minutes after the end of fi - three of four events. Game 7s, 4-5 on the road. It was fi rst Sunisa Lee and Jordan Chiles nals to put the team together. They The race for the “plus-one” spe- Game 7 the team has played in the are nearing that territory, too. They semifi nal round since facing Phila- might need every last second of it to cialist spot appears to be Riley Mc- delphia in 1975. The Islanders were might already be there. see who earns the fourth spot. Cusker’s to lose. Her bars routine trying to earn their fi rst Stanley Cup The trio of Biles, Lee and Chiles Skinner, 24, is making a pretty is world-class, her 14.800 score Final berth since 1984. came in 1-2-3 at nationals. They’re compelling case. An alternate in would put her in the mix for a Point was trying to match Reg- in the same positions heading into 2016, Skinner went to college after medal in Tokyo if she were able to gie Leach’s playoff record with the fi nals after Lee put up a 57.666, the Rio Olympics before returning replicate it. goals in 10 consecutive games in followed by Chiles at 57.132, more to the elite level in 2019. She spent Jade Carey, who earned a nomi- the same postseason. Leach had a than a half-point ahead of MyKayla part of the COVID-19 pandemic native individual spot through the 10-game streak for the Philadelphia Skinner. shutdown battling the novel coro- World Cup series, is the only gym- Flyers in 1976. With 14 goals in 18 While many of her competitors navirus and pneumonia. nast who entered the meet with her Toulouse’s Cheslin Kolbe, (left), is tackled by La Rochelles’s Geoffrey Dou- games, Point has a chance to become eased back into competition fol- Health scares behind her, she is spot already secured. She drilled mayrou during the Top 14 final rugby union match between Toulouse and the fi rst player to lead the league in lowing a long break due to the CO- putting on some of the best gym- her Amanar vault, her score of 15.2 La Rochelle at the Stade de France stadium in Saint Denis, north of Paris, playoff goals in consecutive seasons VID-19 pandemic, Chiles sprinted nastics of her career. Feeding off second only to Biles on the event. on June 25. Toulouse beat La Rochelles 18-8. (AP) since Jari Kurri in 1987 and 1988. ARAB TIMES, SUNDAY, JUNE 27, 2021 16

France’s Julien Alaphilippe celebrates as he crosses the fi nish line of the fi rst stage of the Tour de France cycling race over 197.8 kilometers (122.9 miles) with start in Brest and fi nish in Landerneau, France. (AP) Sports Latest sports scores at — http://sports.arabtimesonline.com Bucks ‘tie’ East finals Young struggles in Game 2

MILWAUKEE, June 26, 3:48 remaining in the third quarter. He shot 6 of 16 overall, 1 of 8 on 3-point (AP): The Milwaukee Bucks attempts and 2 of 3 on free throws. knew the key to tying the “I take complete responsibility for Eastern Conference finals what happened tonight,” Young said. “Taking care of the ball is something was making sure Trae Young I’ve got to be better at. I will be bet- didn’t take over again. ter at it. It’s really they just upped their They did all that and more Fri- physicality tonight. We’ve got to do day night. the same.” Giannis Ante- The Bucks never trailed, scored tokounmpo scored 20 straight points late in the sec- 25 points, Jrue ond quarter and led by at least 30 Holiday added throughout the second half. Both 22 and the Bucks teams rested their starters for the en- blew out the At- tire fourth quarter. lanta Hawks 125- 91 in Game 2. BASKETBALL Young strug- gled for much of the night after This marks the third straight series finishing with 48 Young in which the Hawks lost Game 2 after points and 11 assists in the Hawks’ 116- winning Game 1 on the road. Those 113 Game 1 victory. Game 2 losses have been decided by a “Last game he was living in the total of 59 points. paint, had a lot of floaters (and) those The series shifts to Atlanta for Game are pretty much layups for him,” Holi- 3 on Sunday. day said. “We didn’t really want that to “We have to play harder,” Hawks get him started early. And I don’t think coach Nate McMillan said. he went to the free throw line much to- “That intensity that they came out night, which is also pretty big for us.” with wasn’t a surprise to us. But they Young scored 15 points but matched showed that there’s another level that a career worst with nine turnovers be- we have to get to. They totally just Milwaukee Bucks’ Giannis Antetokounmpo shoots over Atlanta Hawks’ Clint Capela during the second half of Game 2 of the NBA Eastern Conference fore leaving the game for good with dominated the entire game.” basketball finals game in Milwaukee. (AP) No anti-Ronaldo plan for Belgium against Portugal Denmark rout Wales to reach quarterfinals at Euro 2020 AMSTERDAM, Netherlands, June tions League,” Martinez said. “It’s 26, (AP): Kasper Dolberg scored two because they’ve got an incredible goals to give Denmark a 4-0 victory mentality and they know how to play Last year’s runner-up Primoz takes third over Wales and a spot in the European big games.” Championship quarterfi nals. Ronaldo is the tournament’s lead- Denmark have ridden a wave of ing scorer with fi ve goals after three Alaphilippe wins crash-marred Tour 1st stage emotion through the tournament since matches. He is one goal from breaking playmaker Christian Eriksen suffered the overall men’s scoring record in in- LANDERNEAU, France, June 26, cardiac arrest in the team’s opening ternational soccer. The 36-year-old Ju- (AP): World champion Julian Ala- group match and had to be resuscitated ventus striker is level with former Iran philippe won the crash-marred open- with a defi brillator. striker Ali Daei at 109 goals. ing stage of the Tour de France to Dolberg is former Ajax striker and “We all know he’s one of the best snatch the race leader’s yellow jersey the match was played at the club’s footballers in the world,” Martinez on Saturday. home stadium in Amsterdam. said. “Every player adapts when you The Frenchman surged ahead of get a little bit older, you become a little the main pack in the final steep climb SOCCER more clinical with what you do. I think leading to the finish in Landerneau, Cristiano Ronaldo knows how to use crossing the line with an eight-sec- the space, he penetrates from differ- ond lead over Michael Matthews. Denmark coach Kasper Hjulmand ent areas, he’s got an incredible aerial Last year’s runner-up Primoz took gave Dolberg his fi rst start of the tour- threat.” third. nament and he scored a goal in each Denmark’s Kasper Dolberg cel- But Belgium also have their threats, The Tour got underway from the half. Joakim Maele scored the third ebrates after scoring his side’s from Kevin De Bruyne to Eden Haz- western port city of Brest, returning to goal in the 88th minute and Martin second goal during the Euro 2020 ard to Romelu Lukaku, who has three its traditional slot in the calendar after Braithwaite added the fourth in injury soccer championship round of 16 goals entering the knockout stages. last year’s edition was pushed back to time. match between Wales and Den- De Bruyne and Hazard, along with September because of the coronavirus The Danes will play either the Neth- mark at Johan Cruyff Arena in Am- Axel Witsel, are back after gradually pandemic. erlands or the Czech Republic in the sterdam, Netherlands. (AP) returning to the team during the group Two big crashes marred the stage quarterfi nals in Baku on Saturday. course, Cristiano Ronaldo seems to be matches. They had not been complete- in the western Brittany region. The Cristiano Ronaldo certainly attracts ly available during Belgium’s prepara- the player that gets the right moment, first one was caused by a fan who most of the attention, just not all of the tions because of injuries. brandished a cardboard sign and attention. that right pass and the right chance and Portugal coach Fernando Santos you have to be always aware, but you leaned into the path of veteran rider Ronaldo is on the verge of becoming said he also isn’t preparing a plan to Tony Martin, who fell off his bike the all-time leading scoring in interna- have to defend the 10 players of Portu- contain specifi c Belgium players. gal in the same measure.” and took many others down in his tional soccer. He can set that record on “We can’t give their team space. slipstream. Martinez said Portugal has “an in- Sunday when Portugal face Belgium We can’t let them think without being The Tour cautioned fans to “respect in the round at 16 of the European credible accumulation” of good play- disrupted by us,” Santos said Saturday. the safety of the riders” and “Don’t Championship. ers in its squad to support Ronaldo, “They have been playing together for risk everything for a photo or to get on Belgium coach Roberto Martinez from Bernardo Silva to Diogo Jota to a long time.” television!” wants to make sure his players won’t Bruno Fernandes to Renato Sanches to The Red Devils, ranked No. 1 in the The second pileup involved dozens only be looking at Ronaldo, though. João Moutinho. world, have won 13 straight games, of competitors - including four-time “When you put a plan against a “You know why this team has including their three group games at Tour champion Chris Froome - riding player specifi cally, you could be hurt been successful, you know why this Euro 2020 and all 10 qualifi ers for the at full speed near the fi nish. by other players,” Martinez said. “Of team has won the Euros and the Na- tournament. The battle for the stage win started KUNA photo just afterward in the Fosse aux Loups, Kuwait captain Bader Al-Mutawa vies for the ball with Bahrain player during a three-kilometer ascent that includes a FIFA Arab Cup qualification match between Kuwait and Bahrain in Doha. a 14% gradient. On a ground perfectly suited to his punchy style, Alaphilippe was untouchable. Kuwait fail to qualify for Arab Cup He made his move with 2 kilome- ters left to leave Roglic and defending champion Tadej Pogacar behind. “I can already say that my Tour is a Bader Al-Mutawa becomes success,” Alaphilippe said. He became the third French world world’s most-capped player champion to take the yellow jersey on the opening day of the race after KUWAIT CITY, June 26, as a striker, earning his fi rst in- Georges Speicher in 1934 and Bernard (KUNA): Kuwait captain Bader ternational cap in 2013. Hinault in 1981. Al-Mutawa overtook Egyptian He was nominated for Best legend Ahmed Hassan to be- Asian Player in 2006 and 2010. CYCLING come the most-capped player in Meanwhile, Kuwait failed to international men’s football after qualify for the FIFA Arab Cup playing a record 185th match on after a 2-0 defeat to Bahrain at Alaphillipe wore the yellow jersey Friday against Bahrain. Khalifa International Stadium in for 14 days two years ago and had it for “The Chairman of the Board Doha. three more stages last year. He recently of Directors of the Kuwait became a father and put his thumb in Football Association, Sheikh his mouth in celebration as he crossed SOCCER the fi nish line. Ahmed Al-Yousef Al-Sabah, The fi rst stage from the port city of and the members of the Board Brest to Landerneau was a 198-kilo- of Directors congratulate the Al-Riffa forward Ali Haram meter (123-mile) trek. captain of the national team, scored both goals for his side in A minor crash involving two rid- Bader Al-Mutawa, after he be- the 74th minute and the fourth ers marred the start of the stage before came the dean of international minute of added time. six riders formed the fi rst breakaway. players,” read a Kuwait FA Bahrain will join the 16-side With 100 kilometers remaining, the statement. Qatar-hosted tournament, which Denmark’s Christian Norgaard, (right), tackles Wales’ Kieffer Moore during the Euro 2020 soccer championship sextet led the peloton by about two The midfi elder began playing kicks off on November 30. round of 16 match between Wales and Denmark at the Johan Cruyff ArenA in Amsterdam, Netherlands. (AP) minutes.

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