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WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2014 THULQADA 22, 1435 AH www.kuwaittimes.net US Embassy, IS jihadists Ukraine and EU Champions MoH hold down Syrian Ratify pact at Real off to roundtable warplane heart of crisis flying start on diabetes2 7 10 20 Assembly panel begins Max 44º Min 26º debating five-year plan High Tide 04:29 & 19:22 MPs slam cut in overseas treatment, firing Kuwaitis Low Tide 12:29 40 PAGES NO: 16288 150 FILS Ooredoo Kuwait By B Izzak KUWAIT: The National Assembly’s financial and eco- cuts jobs as part nomic affairs committee began debating yesterday the draft five-year development plan that envisages invest- of restructuring ments worth over KD 30 billion over the next five years, member of the panel MP Ahmad Lari said. Lari said the KUWAIT: Ooredoo in Kuwait announced that, as a panel underlined the fact that the new plan, which result of its increased focus on enabling business comes after the failure of the previous plan, to be realis- efficiency and improving how the company can tic in its goals and objectives, adding that the panel serve customers more effectively, it needs to simpli- decided to review and approve the plan first before fy its organization and resourcing. approving the financial allocations for the proposed Ooredoo stated that as part of this restructuring, projects. it has ended the service of 165 employees of differ- The lawmaker said that MPs insisted that the plan ent nationalities, 60 of them Kuwaitis. Ooredoo must include very clear development targets: for exam- Kuwait will support those affected by this transition ple, the plan must explain that the country has around in accordance with the Kuwait private sector labor 108,000 housing applications piled up and how many law, and will also provide additional monetary and housing units can be built within the five years. service benefits. Accordingly, it can clearly tell citizens that at the end of The job losses account for about 15 percent of its the plan, the waiting period for government houses will workforce. According to the company’s 2012 annual be reduced from 18 to 12 years. report - the latest available - the company Similarly, the plan must show how many job oppor- employed 1,082 people. The company is 92.1 per- tunities it can provide every year, whether from the cent owned by Qatar’s Ooredoo. There were several public sector which creates 14,000 jobs every year or Twitter posts from people in Kuwait reacting nega- from the private sector. tively to the news. Continued on Page 13 Ooredoo’s operations in Kuwait date back to December 1999 when it launched wireless services as the second operator. The company today pro- PAGE vides mobile, broadband internet and corporate Taleban bomber kills 3 managed services tailored to the needs of cus- BASRA: Iraqi soldiers brandish their weapons during a military training exercise in the mainly Shiite NATO soldiers in Kabul tomers and businesses. southern city of Basra before being deployed to the north of the city. — AFP (See Page 7) WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2014 LOCAL

KUWAIT: HH the Amir Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah receiving public figures and citizens at Bayan Palace yesterday. — Amiri Diwan photos ‘Amir honoring source of pride for all Kuwaitis’ Sheikh Sabah receives well-wishers at Bayan Palace

KUWAIT: The UN naming of His Highness the terday a popular delegation including scores said. “Kuwait has served humanity through its serve humanity,” Bin Jamaa said. Prime Minister Sheikh Jaber Al-Mubarak Al- Amir Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al- of public figures and citizens who came to aid to poor and disasters-hit countries in the Sultan bin Hethleen underlined that the Hamad Al-Sabah, in the presence of HH the Sabah is a source of pride for all Kuwaitis and congratulate HH on being honored by the UN four corners of the globe.” UN honoring places a huge responsibility on Crown Prince Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al- even to the whole Arab and Muslim worlds, as a ‘Humanitarian Leader’. The delegation Former minister of public work and state Kuwait and its people “to continue its efforts Jaber Al-Sabah. Sheikh Jaber Al-Mubarak took Kuwaiti citizens concurred after congratulat- also expressed pride of the UN choosing minister of municipal affairs Fadel Safar and do more to aid people in need.” He added permission from HH the Amir to travel to Italy ing HH the Amir. Kuwait as a ‘Humanitarian Center’. echoed the same view. “Kuwaiti leaders and that the honoring is not only for Kuwaitis but on an official visit, and also to Germany to “The UN honoring of HH the Amir on “It is a well-deserved honoring that was people are always ahead in rushing to aid and also for all Arabs and Muslims. represent Sheikh Sabah at the 40th anniver- September 9 came in recognition of Kuwait’s the fruit of long years of great contributions alleviate the suffering of people in distress sary of cooperation between the Kuwait Amir generosity which extended to the whole to international humanitarian action as well and in promoting peace,” he said. “Kuwait is Philanthropic efforts Investment Authority (KIA) and Daimler world,” MP Faisal Al-Kandari told KUNA follow- as HH the Amir’s closely follow up and sup- known as the ‘home of love and peace’. This Also yesterday, HH the Amir received a Company, and to the New York to head ing participating in a popular delegation port to poor and plight-stricken countries,” MP UN honoring is source of pride to all Kuwaiti cable of congratulation from King Felipe VI of Kuwait’s delegation to the 69th session of the which visited HH the Amir yesterday. Mohammad Al-Jabri told KUNA. citizens.” Falah bin Jamaa said that HH the Spain and Italian President Giorgio UN General Assembly. HH the Amir Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al- For his part, Former oil minister, Essa Al- Amir’s respectable stances of humanitarian Napolitano, who both lauded the great phil- Sheikh Sabah also received Sheikh Nasser Jaber Al-Sabah, in the presence of HH the Mazeedi said that Kuwaitis were delighted by issues are well-known. “The UN naming of HH anthropic efforts exerted by His Highness Al-Mohammad Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, and Crown Prince Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al- the UN honoring of HH the Amir. “This honor- the Amir a ‘Humanitarian Leader’ crowned locally and internationally. Governor of the Central Bank of Kuwait (CBK) Jaber Al-Sabah, received at Bayan Palace yes- ing is a source of pride for all Kuwaitis,” he long-march of relentless and sincere work to Separately, HH the Amir received HH the Dr Mohammad Yousef Al-Hashel. —KUNA US Embassy, MoH focus on diabetes prevention

By Abdellatif Sharaa Majida Al-Qattan from Kuwait par- those responsible for planning and said “our presence here is for collab- ticipated in the event. Dr Majida dealing with non-communicable oration, and learning as we want to KUWAIT: The US Embassy in said that this is not the first cooper- diseases. look into MoH system very carefully, Kuwait, in collaboration with the ation with the American Embassy, Dr Edward Gress said that his especially some of the electronic Ministry of Health organized a as they cooperate with most coun- first week in Kuwait has been records and polyclinics, and we round table with two visiting spe- tries. She also said that Kuwait is tremendous. He said that the nature want to understand how those clin- cialists, Dr Edward Gress, who paying serious attention to the of some diseases is complex and ics and the public health compo- serves as Chief of Epidemiology and issue of non-infectious chronic dis- “we can learn from each other”. He nent work together”. An excerpt Statistics Branch, and Dr Thomas eases and they seek to benefit from also said “We have already seen from the interview: Schmid, Ph.D. Psychology. Dr the best medical professionals from some impressive structure and tal- KT: How can the issue of lifestyle be tackled with reference to dia- betes in different countries? Dr Gress: We have the same problem, and some years ago, we started to notice some cases of Type 2 diabetes in the young which was ROME: Sheikh Jaber Al-Mubarak Al-Sabah is greeted upon arrival at Ciampino unheard of but is now rising. This is Airport.—KUNA an indication of what is happening across the whole population, and we are seeing that the rise in dia- Prime Minister in Italy betes is affecting all ages. We think that ultimately the cause is similar which is basically a change in our on official visit lifestyle. Our approach to preven- tion should be targeted at the ROME: His Highness the Prime Minister Ali Khaled Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, and General entire population keeping all ages Sheikh Jaber Al-Mubarak Al-Hamad Al- Consul in Milan and Northern Italy in mind. The most important thing Sabah arrived in Italy yesterday on an offi- Abdunasser Bukhdhour, in addition to chief while dealing with the problem of cial visit. He was set to meet with President of protocol at the Italian Foreign Ministry, diabetes in the young is to tackle Giorgio Napolitano and Premier Matteo and officials at the Kuwaiti embassy. obesity. That will require multiple Renzi for cementing bilateral ties. The premier’s trip to Italy is the first sta- approaches, interventions and new On arrival at the Ciampino Airport, tion of an international tour that includes approaches in schools, through Sheikh Jaber Al-Mubarak and his accompa- stops in Germany and the United State. families and it is going to require nying delegation were welcomed by First Sheikh Jaber is set to represent HH the chances in communities where peo- Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Amir Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al- Minister Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al- Sabah at the 69th session of the UN KUWAIT: Left to Right - George Sarmiento US Embassy Economic Councilor and Environment, Science, ple live, and make it healthier for Sabah, Kuwaiti Ambassador to Italy Sheikh General Assembly in New York. — KUNA Technology and Health Officer. Dr Thomas Schmid, Dr Edward Gress, Dr Majida Al-Qattan, Dr Yasmin them and easier to make gradual Abdulghafar.— Photo by Yasser Al-Zayyat changes in lifestyle. Dr Schmid: These things take Yasmin Abdulghafour, Senior various countries, especially the US, ent here which will make a differ- time though and are not treated Specialist - family medicine and since the concerns and priorities are ence” and looked forward to a “con- only with medicine but also by GCC states face major head of professional medical devel- similar. crete collaboration” to improve the making changes in activity levels opment sector, technical depart- Dr Al-Qattan said the visiting ability to confront chronic condi- and diet. This should happen at ment sector, technical development doctors visited various departments tions in the future. home, in schools and across the challenges: Zayani at the Ministry of Health and Dr at the health ministry, especially Meanwhile, Dr Thomas Schmid entire community. RIYADH: The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) member states are facing major chal- lenges due to the instability in neighboring Kuwait willing to coordinate countries, GCC Secretary General Abdullatif Al-Zayani cautioned yesterday. with Iran against IS Addressing the Arabian Gulf and Regional Challenges Conference, organized By A Saleh ISIL. “Iran plays a vital regional international coalition made to by Saudi Diplomatic Studies Institute, Al- role especially in Syria and we fight ISIL. “Both Iraq and the US Zayani said that the unrest in the Arab KUWAIT: Kuwait’s’ Foreign might have areas of agreement have their opinions about the region have “spawned countless threats” to Ministry Undersecretary Khaled outside the international coali- nature of coalition and Kuwait the GCC states. Al-Jarrallah announced tion,” he said and pointed that respects all views so, there is no He cited as examples the spreading Kuwait’s willingness to coordi- Kuwait would not mediate to need to mediate”, he under- armed political and sectarian conflicts; Abdullatif Al-Zayani nate with Iran, outside the change US and KSA’s rejection lined and stressed that the growing terrorist threats; piracy and cross- Al-Zayani underscored the importance Khalid Al-Jarallah international coalition against of Iran’s participation in the coalition was still forming. border crimes; illegal migration and major of the role of the United Nations Centre for humanitarian problems with security Counter-Terrorism in coordinating a com- impacts. prehensive international action to counter Al-Zayani noted that the GCC countries this common threat. Kuwait strongly condemns human enjoy political stability and significant eco- In addition to the establishment of spe- nomic growth rates, one of the fastest in cialized centers for promoting dialogue rights violations in Syria at UN session the world. The remarkable economic among followers of different civilizations, growth helped promote welfare, progress religions, sects and for fighting terrorism GENEVA: Kuwait has strongly condemned the the conflict in Syria and its impact on the secu- and development in the GCC countries, and extremism, the GCC states have suc- serious violations of human rights and the rity and the stability in the region, Al-Ghunaim especially in the areas of infrastructure, ceeded in defeating terrorist organizations killing of Syrians for the fourth year in a row in added. “Today, we are seeing a major humani- education, health care and housing sectors, and networks that constituted a major the 27th session of the UN Human Rights tarian crisis affecting about three million he said. threat not only to the region but to the Council (UNHRC) held yesterday. Syrians who have been forced to flee their On the “Arab Spring”, Al-Zayani said the whole world, he said. The session shed light on a report submit- homes and seek refuge in neighboring coun- popular uprisings which created the so- The GCC chief said that instability in ted by the Independent International tries,” he added. He pointed out that since called “Arab Spring” have “horrific conse- many regional countries have produced Commission of Inquiry into Syrian affairs that Kuwait has devoted itself to humanitarian quences”. “It caused the collapse of humanitarian crises that require a new showed the ongoing aggression committed diplomacy as its foreign policy, it hosted two economies of the concerned countries and strategy to be tackled. against the innocent Syrians by Al-Assad gov- international donor conferences to support negatively impacted their neighbors. Al-Zayani called for regional and inter- ernment. the Syrian crisis. Therefore, he urged donors’ “All ‘Arab Spring’ countries have been national cooperation and adoption of a Kuwait’s permanent delegate to the UN countries to honor their pledges and offer suffering-for more than three years-of weak long-term comprehensive strategy to deal Ambassador Jamal Al-Ghunaim said in his donations to the Syrian people “who are soon economic growth and a significant increase with the tense and dangerous situation address to the assembly that “Kuwait urges to to be facing harsh winter conditions.” in the levels of inflation and unemploy- and restore stability in the region. stop these violations and calls for abiding by Kuwait reiterated its full support to the ment rates,” he said. “Achieving stability in the region requires international human rights laws and regula- independency and unity of Syria and urged for He warned that the “the current instabil- responsible handling of its problems and tions. It also demands the people to move an immediate halt to the ongoing conflict. It ity will not only affect the region, but also coordination and consultation with the safely and freely in their own country. It also also showed support to efforts made by UN Ambassador Jamal Al-Ghunaim the whole world. “This was clear in the parties concerned, especially GCC states calls for lifting the siege on all areas.” Special Envoy for Syria Staffan de Mistura who violations in Syria as fixed item of discussion recent resurgence of terrorist threats which emerged as a stabilizing factor in the Kuwait has warned against the repercus- is currently in the region. on its agenda in order to follow-up and moni- throughout the region and the prospects region and bulwark for its neighbors and sions of this fighting since the beginning of The UNHRC has placed the human rights tor the situation there. —KUNA for future expansion to other countries, proved to be very influential when necessi- including Western countries.” ty arises,” he said. — KUNA WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2014 LOCAL

Minister calls for Local inventors to place effective partnership between private, public sectors Kuwait on world map in NY

CAIRO: Minister of Social Affairs and um-sized enterprises in the Arab world. By Nawara Fattahova dent here works on component levels as he creates Labor and Minister of State for Planning “The fund will be an important step it from scratch. Through this system, we teach the and Development Affairs Hind Al-Subaih that could support youths and help them KUWAIT: Two Kuwaiti inventors are set to partici- youth to create and invent,” he added. yesterday called for setting up an effec- find jobs,” she said. “The ALC meeting pate in the Maker Faire held on September 20 and The invention is a complete system as e-robot tive partnership between both private comes amid extreme difficult circum- 21 in New York Hall in New York. This faire will (Educational Robot). “This application can be used and public sectors to alleviate the rate of stances in the Arab region,” she added, showcase the latest technology in the world with in different fields and execute different duties. It unemployment. noting that such circumstances cause big more than 700 inventors exhibiting their creations can be used in science and agriculture or any other Addressing the 41st session of Arab challenges in the region representing in in different fields including technology, science, fields. We started with our project when it was still Labor Conference (ALC) being held in creating jobs for youth and curbing the craft, fashion, art and food apart from others. new after US president Obama announced that the Cairo, Al-Subaih stressed the necessity of rate of unemployment. Ahmad Al-Saleh and Naser Al-Khaldi are the only education needs to change. The system consists of establishing a fund for small and medi- She pointed out that the report of the Kuwaitis and GCC citizens participating at the a device that is programmed to execute orders giv- Director General of the Arab Labor event. en to it. So the user only types the order out and Organization focused on many aspects This is considered a great achievement for the device executes it. The Center provided the that the ALC could adopt to address the Kuwait. “Only two percent of applicants at this faire platform, software, plastic bricks and the electrical problems of joblessness and provide sus- are accepted and get the chance to participate. parts,” he explained. tainable jobs. “This move will benefit One of the reasons we were accepted was because The invention was first presented in Yokohama, from capabilities of Arab people in differ- we received a recommendation from Canada, Japan last year. “In Japan, they praised our inven- ent sectors,” she said. which is using our electronic inventions in their tion and wanted us to hold workshops. This year, The resolutions of Arab Economic schools. More countries have begun to use it like we also held workshops in Barcelona, Spain as part Summits of Kuwait 2009, Sharm El- Egypt, Qatar and UAE apart from others,” Ahmad Eng. Ahmad Al-Saleh of the Fab10 event. In Kuwait, we have trained Sheikh 2011 and Riyadh 2013 are focus- Al-Saleh told the Kuwait Times yesterday. Science, Technology, Engineering, and more than 1,300 teachers in 33 public schools ing on tackling all issues through estab- Al-Saleh and Al-Khaldi were able to unveil their Mathematics and makes it the best application for where it was applied. In addition to this, during the lishing principles of joint cooperation, invention at the Sabah Al-Ahmad Center for robotics,” said Al-Saleh. beginning of this year, we held a competition for she added. The Gulf Cooperation Council Giftedness and Creativity (SACGC) with the support This invention conforms to international stan- the public schools, and next year the private (GCC) countries made steps to enhance of the Ministry of Education. “The Center has differ- dards. “This system is easy for elementary grade schools will also participate. I wonder why the pri- Arab integration by recruiting Arab work- ent programs and one of them is ‘Robotics’. And as students to use it. It aims to teach the student to be vate schools are not very excited about participat- CAIRO: Minister Hind Al-Subaih speaks ers or by holding bilateral investment, part of this program we have invented a new edu- independent. We want to help the student invent ing though it’s very useful and free of charge,” not- at the session yesterday. — KUNA she said. — KUNA cational system called ‘STEM’. This system combines his own device and not just use the iPad. The stu- ed Al-Saleh. Kuwait Towers may be listed among UN’s World Heritage

KUWAIT: Kuwait Towers are considered to be the most spheres. The lower sphere holds in its bottom half a water told Kuwait News Agency yesterday. prominent monument in the country, situated at the heart tank of 4,500 cubic meters and in its upper half a restaurant The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural of Kuwait City, overlooking the Arabian Gulf. The Towers, for 90 persons, a cafÈ, a lounge and a reception hall. The Organization (UNESCO) has issued a number of laws to officially inaugurated in 1979 as a water transfer project, upper sphere which rises to 123 meters above the sea level protect monuments recognized in the list of World turned into a main touristic attraction and became a sym- and completes a full turn every 30 minutes. The second Heritage, said Boushahri. Registering the monument in the bol of modern Kuwait. tower is 147 meters high and serves as a water tower. The list would be a great achievement for the country’s water The design of the towers represents Kuwaiti her- third tower houses equipment to control the flow of elec- field, since the towers showcase the challenges of preserv- itage, with the shape of the first tower containing two tricity and illuminates the two larger towers. The towers ing water sources in a desert environment where resources spheres being derived from the incense burner, the sec- hold 9,000 cubic meters of water altogether. are scarce, and how water resources are used to develop ond one with one sphere represents the (Marash), a tool In 1980, the towers were awarded the Islamic Aga Khan the society, he noted. used to sprinkle rose water on guests, while the third is Award for Architecture, in appreciation of the monument’s Kuwait is one of the top countries in the region in using derived from an Arabic eye makeup. The three spheres distinctive design, modern technology, employment issues seawater desalination technology and also in the levels of are covered with about 55,000 steel discs in eight and social services. water reservoir, Boushahri said, adding that a UNESCO del- shades of blue, green and grey. They were designed by The Ministry of Water and Electricity is cooperating with egation had recently visited the towers and expressed its the Danish architect Malene Bjˆrn, built with reinforced the National Council for Culture, Arts and Letters (NCCAL) admiration of its design and water reservoir method. concrete and prestressed concrete at a cost of KD to register Kuwait Towers in the UN’s primary list of World The towers were closed to the public in 2012 for remod- 4,700,000. Heritage, Assistant Undersecretary for water operations eling and have yet to reopen. No official date for the The main tower is 187 meters high and carries two and maintenance in the Ministry Mohammad Boushahri reopening has been set.

Kuwait Towers during a national celebration. An aerial view of Kuwait Towers. KUWAIT: Two pictures showing the Kuwait Towers under construction during the 1970’s. — KUNA photos KAC to get 10 B777 planes by 2016 GCC municipality ministers KUWAIT: Kuwait Airways Corporation (KAC)’s board of directors discussed an offer made by meeting kicks off Boeing to sell it 10 new B777 planes set to be delivered by 2016 during a meeting on KUWAIT: The 18th meeting of the Gulf Cooperation Council Addressing the opening session of the ministerial meeting, Monday. (GCC) municipal affairs ministers that kicked off yesterday will Al-Subaih added that participants would also discuss develop- The board said that KAC’s next step would spare no effort for realizing the expectations of the bloc’s peo- ing executive mechanisms that can help achieve sustainable be to request international law firms regarding ple, said Minister of State for Municipal Affairs and Minister of development for the GCC cities and municipalities. the contract as it did previously with the Airbus Communications Essa Ahmad Al-Kandari. For his part, GCC Assistant Secretary General for deal. This facilitates signing an initial memo of He added that the three-day meeting would endorse the Environment and Human Affairs Abdullah Al-Hashim, said that understanding with Boeing before negotiating bylaw of the municipal wok prize and approve the municipal the ministerial meeting would carry on with the efforts to to get the best prices before sealing the deal. guidebook as well as deciding on establishing a website for modernize municipal work systems for the welfare of the GCC The board was also briefed on KAC executive the rules of municipal data, by private sector. people, in addition to upgrading the infrastructure in the department’s preparations to receive the first The meeting will also endorse recommendations submit- member states. of the rented Airbus planes by December, ted by specialized municipal workshops, in addition to those He urged specialists to work on producing qualified GCC including a ceremony to mark the occasion of a meeting held with the UN in Rabat last March, the municipal cadres based on scientific and practical plans, as apart from other marketing plans. — Al-Qabas Minister said. well as developing the training and qualification centers at The 29th meeting of the GCC municipal senior officials was the GCC states. Meanwhile, Al-Hashim highlighted the recent also held yesterday. The ministerial meeting will carry on with honoring by the UN of His Highness the Amir Sheikh Sabah Al- the efforts to draw up draft recommendations that are likely Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah naming him a ‘Humanitarian Leader’ IKEA recalls GUNGGUNG to help develop joint municipal work, Director General of the and Kuwait a ‘Humanitarian Center’, saying it is a source of children’s swing Kuwait Municipality Engineer Ahmad Al-Subaih. pride for all the GCC people. — KUNA KUWAIT: IKEA Kuwait urges cus- mindset at IKEA is that we only sell tomers who have a GUNGGUNG chil- products that we would give to our dren’s swing to immediately remove own children. However, sometimes the swing from children and bring it even though we have tested accord- back to the IKEA store where they will ing to applicable standards and legis- receive a full refund. lation, we make mistakes. We are IKEA stores worldwide have therefore recalling the GUNGGUNG received reports of incidents showing swing to avoid any more incidents,” that the suspension fittings on said company officials. GUNGGUNG swing do not live up to GUNGGUNG children’s swing has IKEA quality requirements posing a been sold in Kuwait since1stApril risk of serious injury. 2014. The GUNGGUNG swing can be “We develop products intended to returned to IKEA Kuwait for a full stimulate children’s creativity and refund. Proof of purchase (receipt) is natural need for physical play. not required for a full refund. Children don’t think about safety For more information, please visit when playing, so we need to do that www.IKEA.com.kw or contact IKEA on when we develop products. Our 1840408 KUWAIT: Ahmad Al-Subaih addresses the GCC officials yesterday. — Photo by Fouad Al-Shaikh WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2014 LOCAL Violating labor rights offends Kuwait’s image: KLU

By A Saleh “While the whole world is looking up at Crime Crime our leader and our country, some expat Report Report KUWAIT: Head of the expatriate labor office laborers are being unjustly treated, at Kuwait Labor Union (KLU), Abdul Rahman deprived of their rights and incapable of Yousif Al-Ghanim called for HH the Amir’s even going to court to demand such rights”, interference to stop what he described as he underlined. He also pointed out that Education Manager some companies’ violations of Kuwait’s MSAL officials had not been of any help to labor laws and damaging Kuwait’s humane them and have been forcing them drop accuses MP Barrak image, especially after UN declared Kuwait charges while promising to transfer their of ‘insulting’ her as ‘A country for humanity’ and honored HH visas to other sponsors - which has not hap- Abdul Rahman the Amir as a ‘Humanitarian Leader’. pened. Al-Ghanim KUWAIT: The Education Manager at Farwaniya Educational Zone Mariam Al-Husseinan recently filed a complaint against MP Mohammed Al-Barrak and accused him of insulting her while on duty at her office.

Singer slandered An Iraqi singer living in Kuwait recently filed a complaint against an Instagram account owner and accused her of slander.

Con job worth KD 150,000 An Iranian reported that two Syrians he knew conned him into giving them KD 150,000 to invest in international stock markets, said security sources. The man said that the two suspects convinced him that he would make an astronomical profit and after KUWAIT: Senior officials and other guests at the forum yesterday. —Photos by Joseph Shagra KUWAIT: The scene at the Farwaniya apartment he paid them, they stopped answering his calls and after the fire was extinguished. moved house too. A fraud case was filed and a travel ban has been issued against the missing duo. MoH hosts ‘For a Safe Fireman hurt in Farwaniya blaze Thief arrested Hajj’ health forum A Tajik expat was recently arrested for robbery, KUWAIT: Firefighters tackled a blaze that gutted a said security sources. Case papers indicate that fourth floor apartment inside a building in Farwaniya yesterday morning. One firefighter was reportedly detectives had received 12 reports of vehicles By Nawara Fattahova injured during the operation that saw firemen put out being robbed in Andalus. After closely monitor- KUWAIT: The Media and Health the flames and evacuate the building’s residents simul- ing the jogging lane in the area, police found a Awareness of Infectious Diseases taneously. The injured firefighter was taken to the hos- man moving suspiciously. On questioning the Committee of the Ministry of Health pital for treatment. An investigation was opened to suspect, he confessed to breaking the car win- held a health forum titled ‘For a Safe determine the causes of the fire. dows open and stealing valuables to sell them to Hajj 2014’ yesterday at the Salwa Al- Meanwhile, Ahmadi firefighters put out a fire inside a someone in Shuwaikh industrial area. Sabah Hall. This forum was held in house in the area. Investigations revealed that an elec- cooperation with the Hajj tric short circuit at the air conditioning unit which the Department of the Ministry of Awqaf homeowners left running before going out of the house Children attack step-mom and Islamic Affairs, and under the caused the fire. No injuries were reported. auspices of the Health Minister Ali Al- In a third incident, Abdulla Port firefighters tackled a Two juvenile citizens are being currently interrogated Obaidi. fire at a workers’ residence in Sabah Al-Ahmad City. No by Salmiya police officers for assaulting their step- The main purpose of the forum injuries were reported in the incident. was to generate awareness amongst mother, according to security sources. Case papers Separately, the Kuwait Fire Services Directorate car- pilgrims who intend to travel for hajj ried out several campaigns in Ahmadi, Jahra and Asima indicate that a female citizen reported that she was this year. The forum included a sym- (capital) governorates, during which more than 50 tick- the second wife of a Kuwaiti and after having an posium on diabetes and its preven- ets were issued for safety violations. argument with the first wife, the latter’s sons assault- tion. Brochures about different dis- ed her. The woman provided a medical report from eases and viruses such as Ebola, Corona and others were available at A hajj campaign director visits Seba Med pavilion at the expo. Mubarak hospital which confirmed her injuries. A the exhibition. case has been filed and investigations are underway. Various departments of the by taking a few precautions and the Ministry of Awqaf, and different med- Ministry of Health participated by dis- importance of getting vaccinated ical companies like Seba Med also tributing literature on how pilgrims against common seasonal flu. Kuwait participated and displayed their University, National Assembly, products at the health expo. Death at base could stay healthy during their travel A 42-year-old Pakistani working at Abdullah Al- Mubarak Airbase was found dead at the base. Security sources said that forensic specialists were working on the case to determine the cause of death.

Two forgers arrested Two Asians were recently arrested for forging official documents revealed security sources. Case papers showed that Ahmadi residency officials suspected an Asian’s passport of being manipulated. After the passport holder was questioned, he told detectives that a compatriot of his, who possesses fake official stamps of his country, had changed some of the passport data and extended its validity. The second suspect was ambushed and arrested. On searching his house, detectives found a computer, an advanced printer and a number of fake official stamps. A case was filed. The drugs caught yesterday.

KUWAIT: Lieutenant General Sulaiman Al-Fahad, the Interior Ministry’s Undersecretary, visited the Saad Hashish smuggling foiled Cop caught for firing from AK Al-Abdullah Academy yesterday, and delivered a speech on the occasion of the academic year’s start. Customs officials at the Nuwaiseeb border checkpoint A policeman was recently arrested for firing 57 arrested a Kuwaiti man with possession of 32 kilo- bullets from a machine gun outside an apart- grams of hashish that he tried to smuggle into Kuwait. ment he failed to break into at Saad Al-Abdullah Dashti, Turaiji expected to The suspect, identified as a police officer, reportedly area, said security sources. hid the drugs in the trunk of his car. He was referred to grill commerce minister the Public Prosecution for further action. Watch thief busted Planning minister slammed over official’s hiring Harassment An Asian was arrested in Salhiya trying to sell a valu- A Filipina woman filed a case against her manager at able watch which was reported stolen from a Salmiya By B Izzak and sacking qualified employees to appoint and Development Hind Al-Subaih of making Nugra police station. She accused the Jordanian man of store. Case papers indicate that the suspect showed others close to him. He appealed to the prime politically-motivated appointments in the sec- harassment at the office. Investigations are ongoing. up at a famous expensive watch store in Salhiya and KUWAIT: MP Abdulhameed Dashti issued a minister to stop Mudej’s destructive and racist ond ministry. He alleged that the minister offered a watch for sale. The salesman who suspect- direct warning to grill Commerce and Industry decisions against qualified employees. appointed a high-ranking official who belongs minister and acting education minister Dashti said that the grilling against Mudej to the political group of the minister. Subaih is Auto theft ed him informed the police and after he was ques- Abdulmohsen Al-Mudej over allegations of is ready and is only awaiting the new term to accused by a number of MPs of being a mem- tioned, he collapsed and confessed to stealing it administrative violations and illegal appoint- open to file it. He said he is confident that he ber of the Muslim Brotherhood. A Somali woman reported her American car stolen. from a store in Salmiya. ments. The threat comes after MP Abdullah Al- has the support of enough members to vote Mayouf inquired in a question to the minis- She told officers at the Rawda police station that Turaiji has repeatedly warned to grill the minis- she had left her car on the road after it broke down, ter on similar allegations and calling on the but returned later and discovered that it was miss- Kuwaiti attacked for ‘staring’ prime minister to replace him ahead of next ing. A case was filed. month’s opening of the national assembly A citizen was rushed to Farwaniya hospital ICU in new term. a critical condition after receiving a blow from a Dashti charged in a statement yesterday Investigation in two deaths cleaver during a fight with three others at a that the minister is practicing deliberate destruction in the ministry and that his grilling A Ukrainian man was found dead at his house in Salmiya. Farwaniya shopping mall, said security sources. is ready. Grillings can be submitted even The death was discovered after police were notified of a The fight began after the victim was accused of before the start of the assembly terms but they Abdulhameed Dashti Abdulmohsen Al-Mudej foul odor emanating from his apartment. Meanwhile, a staring provocatively at the attackers who are still can be debated only when the term is on. senior citizen died at his house in Sabah Al-Nasser under at large. The lawmaker criticized a decision by the the minister out of office after he had rejected ter about the truth in appointing that senior mysterious circumstances. Investigations are ongoing in minister last week to change the composition advise to resign. official in the ministry after he had been both cases. of a committee to follow up and monitor MP Turaiji has been targeting Mudej over sacked previously. Pills, liquor confiscated prices at cooperative societies, saying the com- the past few months, alleging that he has com- He asked why the services of the official mittee has done nothing in the past to benefit mitted wide ranging administrative violations, had been terminated in the past and if any Officer offended A traffic accident led to arresting a Jordanian with the people and only squandered public funds. especially with regards to appointments in the political pressure was exerted by the political possession of 44 psychotropic pills. Security officials Dashti called on the prime minister to Capital Market Authority. group to reappoint him. He also asked for his A senior official at the Interior Ministry accused an intervene and put an end to chaos in the two CV, experience and documents to support employee at the Mubarak Hospital as well as an searched the suspect after he banged into a light ministries run by Mudej, claiming that the min- ‘Political’ appointments that. Mayouf also asked why the father of the post and found the pills with him. Egyptian man of offending him during duty. A case ister has failed in both posts. The lawmaker In the meantime, MP Abdullah Al-Mayouf official was also appointed in the ministry. He was filed at the Salhiya police station and investiga- Meanwhile, an Asian was arrested in Ahmadi with also charged that the minister is practicing yesterday accused Minister of Social Affairs inquired about the basis of appointing both of tions are ongoing. possession of 10 homemade liquor bottles. what he described as deliberate destruction and Labour and State Minister for Planning them and their salaries. LOCAL WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2014

In Brief Unlicensed canteens Chief of Staff Travelers increased

anteens in most public hospitals in Kuwait are ell-informed sources said that the state’s politi- uwait International Airport received about operating without licenses, according to cal leadership approved the appointment of 1.17 million travelers last August, an increase Csources familiar with the situation. They WLieutenant General Mohammad Al-Khedher as Kof 17 percent compared with the same month added that decision makers in the government are the new Army Chief of Staff, in place of Lieutenant in 2013, Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) most likely aware of the situation regarding can- General Abdurrahman Al-Othman who is retiring. Lt Gen said. The number of arrivals reached 636,148, com- teens that make between KD 800 and KD 850 of Al-Khedher, whose name was nominated by both the pared with 473,879 in August 2013, while the num- daily profit. A Kuwait Municipality official who prime minister and defense minister, is expected to take ber of departures the same month hit 543,664. The asked not to be named also questioned whether over his new post as soon as Lt Gen Al-Othman’s retire- total number of flights was 8,768 last August, up food products sold at these campaigns undergo ment becomes official on September 25th. — Al-Anba from 7,858 in August 2013. — KUNA regular health inspection. — Al-Rai Islamic State is not true Islam

By Ben Garcia titled Mary: The mother of Jesus and was not acceptable to us Muslims because held at the Costa del Sol Hotel in Shaab they are tarnishing the good name and KUWAIT: “The Islamic State [radical mili- Bahri. During the event, the council intention of our Prophet Mohammed tant group in Iraq] is not Islam because addressed the horrific events taking (PBUH), his family and companions. We Islam teaches love, tolerance and unity,” place in neighboring Iraq, where IS has condemn their acts and we also ask our said Mohammad Baqer Al-Mahri, head of claimed religious justification for the bru- people to reject their teachings and the Islamic Christian Relations Council tal killing of people from other religions examples,” Al-Mahri said. (ICRC) in Kuwait during his speech at the including Christianity. “ISIS beheads Christian leaders invited to speak at opening of a forum organized by the Christians and killed several people the event included leaders of the Catholic group on Monday night. The event was including Muslims in Iraq. What they do is Church in Kuwait, Orthodox Christians and Evangelicals. They also acknowl- edged the support of Muslim communi- ties for Christians throughout the world and condemned the atrocities against Christians and other Muslims taking place in Iraq. Ambassador of Vatican City to Kuwait Peter Rajic expressed his thanks and voiced his support to their Christian brothers and sisters in both Iraq and Syria, who are currently living under threat from the militant group. During the meeting, Rajic also dis- cussed various Catholic doctrines regard- ing the Blessed Virgin Mary. The panel of speakers included: Mohammed Baqer Al- Mahri, head of the ICRC in Kuwait; Dr Daniel Babous, the head of Syrian Orthodox community in Kuwait; Dr Peter Rajic, Zuhair Abdulhadi Al-Mahameed, Secretary General for the ICRC in Kuwait; KUWAIT: From left, Mohammed Baqer Al-Mahri, Dr Daniel Babous, Dr Peter Sheikh Ali Muhammad Al-Jindi, Professor of Humanities at Kuwait University and Rajic, Zuhair Abdulhadi Al-Mahameed, Sheikh Ali Muhammad Al-Jindi and Khadija Abdulhadi Al-Mahameed, ICRC Khadija Abdulhadi Al-Mahameed. — Photo by Joseph Shagra member. Kuwait’s economic development plans analyzed

KUWAIT: Kuwait’s bid to galvanise eco- six months of field research by a team of East Asian markets. Long a driving force nomic growth by introducing new legis- analysts from OBG, assessing trends and of Kuwait’s non-oil economy, the bank- lation governing foreign direct invest- developments across the economy, ing industry has continued to expand. ment (FDI) was analyzed in an interna- including macroeconomics, infrastruc- The Report: Kuwait 2014 considers the tionally-conducted financial report. ture, banking and other sectoral devel- impact that legislation introduced in The Report: Kuwait 2014, which can opments. 2009 has had on garnering stability in be obtained online, has been produced It features a wide range of interviews the sector. by global publishing, research and con- with leading political, economic and It also considers the growing role ear- sultancy firm, Oxford Business Group business representatives, including the marked for Islamic financial services, with (OBG) along with both the Kuwait Direct Governor of the Central Bank of Kuwait the domestic sukuk market, in particular, Investment Promotion Authority (KDIPA) Mohammad Al-Hashel, the Director- poised for a period of expansion. and KIPCO Asset Management Company General of Kuwait Direct Investment Regional Editor, Oliver Cornock, said (KAMCO). Promotion Authority, Sheikh Meshaal OBG’s report had noted several encour- OBG is a global publishing, research Jaber Al-Ahmad Al Sabah, the Director- aging signs across Kuwait’s economy, and consultancy firm that publishes eco- General of the Kuwait Fund for Arab including a rise in lending and growing nomic intelligence on the markets of the Economic Development, Abdulwahab activity at the bourse. Middle East, Africa, Asia and Latin Al-Bader, and the Vice-Chairman of the Fiscal reforms, he added, were expect- America. Through its range of print and Kuwait Projects Company, Faisal Al-Ayyar. ed to play a key part in helping maintain online products, it offers comprehensive International personalities, such as the stability. “Kuwait continues to build and accurate analysis of macroeconomic Managing Director of the International momentum across the non-oil and, sig- and sectoral developments, including Monetary Fund (IMF) Christine Lagarde, nificantly, the gas economy, while new banking, capital markets, insurance, the Singapore Minister for Trade and discoveries in the north of the country, energy, transport, industry and telecoms. Industry, Lim Hng Kiang and the Deputy combined with developments in extrac- The report shines the spotlight on the Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign tion technologies, should boost oil rev- country’s National Development Plan Affairs for Vietnam, Pham Binh Minh, also enues,” he said. (NDP), which has recently shown signs of give their views on Kuwait’s develop- “This broader-based economic activi- renewed momentum, and is now expect- ment. OBG’s report provides wide-rang- ty bodes well for Kuwait, with forecasts ed to drive long-term growth. The publi- ing coverage of Kuwait’s hydrocarbons indicating that growth should reach 5pct cation also looks in detail at Kuwait’s industry, putting both new projects and in 2014, up from 4.5pct last year.” efforts to encourage the creation of more refinery upgrades under the microscope. Andrew Jeffreys, CEO at OBG, added small and medium-sized enterprises The publication also charts the knock-on that the Group’s research had also high- (SMEs) as part of a broader drive to diver- effect that rising oil production is having lighted the country’s efforts to prepare sify the economy. on key industries, including petrochemi- its public finances for the challenges it It marks the culmination of more than cals, which will be channeled towards faced. —KUNA Jumeirah congratulates Amir on UN honor

KUWAIT: Jumeirah Messilah Beach Hotel & Spa con- gratulated His Highness the Amir Sheikh Sabah Al- Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah after he received the prestigious title of ‘Humanitarian Leader’ from United Nations Secretary General Ban Ki-moon in New York. Jumeirah Messilah Beach Hotel & Spa proudly hosted a celebration on Tuesday, 9 September at the Badriah, Kuwait’s largest ballroom. The event was organised by the governor of Mubarak Al-Kabeer, Major General Ahmed Abdelateef Al Rujaib. Speaking to Kuwait TV, General Manager, Hakan Petek praised Sheikh Sabah for being a true compas- sionate leader not just within Kuwait but also throughout the inter- Hakan Petek national community of nations. He also applauded the entire nation’s kind and generous sacrifices in helping others in need. The festivities at the hotel were highlighted with the live broadcast of the speech of His Highness Sheikh Sabah from the United Nations Headquarters in New York, as he received the title from United Nations Secretary General Ban Ki- moon. Approximately 500 guests comprising Kuwait’s top government officials and special guests as well as families and children attended the special celebration which included a traditional Kuwaiti dance. WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2014 LOCAL

kuwait digest In my view Israel’s crimes Respecting the human being By Ahmad Al-Sarraf

srael has been achieving one victory after another against us since May 14, 1948 in all fields. Even its weapons are Ibeing sought by the world in great demand. As for its uni- versities, there is not one single university among 1,000 Arab By Labeed Abdal universities that can be close to them. It is not strange that we lived, as people, in the desert for thousands of years, but the matter required the arrival of several Jews from Europe who succeeded in cultivating the desert and turning it into paradise, and they became the most experienced around the world in this field. [email protected] As for us, and during 66 years, we either ignored their presence and did not learn anything from them, or we just stood with our mouths open with amazement at the speed he General Traffic Department ordered a traffic police of their development and behavior and their going after officer to be detained after he offended an American education and development in every field without us doing Tcitizen while issuing a ticket to her mother, and had anything, other than open our mouths in wonderment. video footage of the incident circulated on social media. This Yes, Israel is ahead of us in everything, every field and is a necessary measure that should be taken against any offi- cer in case of violating the rights of any civilian, regardless of arena. Its people are more disciplined and organized, and Al-Anbaa things here are relative and our major mistake is our failure nationality. These kinds of reprehensible actions only repre- over all these years to learn from it even the virtue of stand- sent those who commit them, and are far away from the ing in line. Even at the airport in Lebanon, who think that duties of officers whose job is to provide help to people and they are better than the rest of Arabs in everything, it needs treat them with respect regardless of nationality or religion. a very long time to cross the passport control counter and Those who violate people’s rights must be punished in accor- security checks, because those supervising it lack organiza- dance with the law, in order to show the true face of Kuwait’s tion, so what do you think about the rest of the Arabs? police and its people who do not accept violating people’s Because of all that, it was not by accident that Israel made dignities. crushing victories against us in all wars, the latest of which kuwait digest The offending officer was identified as a lance corporal in was the 2006 war with Hezbollah and 2014 one with Hamas. The strange thing is that in every war, especially in those we claim victory, we lose more lands an our self con- Death of constructive democracy fidence. It is important to make Israel did not defeat us in its war with us in the battle- By Thaar Al-Rasheedi field only, but also in every field, and the Gaza situation is it mandatory for police the best example. I do not know why many insist on hy constructive chaos instead of constructive themselves. The problem has been, is and will always be in the describing Israel as “deformed” and the enemy. Because as officers to have basic democracy?” This is ought to be the question grassroots of the societies themselves, in their perception of for being deformed, the answer is mentioned above, but as we ask nowadays. What is going on in the practicing such noble rights. skills in English to pass an enemy, it is clear from the definition of enemy, which is “W Middle East and all the current incidents show that democracy As peoples, we believe in democracy as a form but we have the one who seeks to inflect the maximum harm on the is being entirely readjusted. This may take a long explanation never made it a way of life or daily practice. Our problem lies in their enrollment tests adversarial side. We are enemies of ourselves, as millions of because more than five new constitutions were either set or the fact that we want democracy but we are not good enough Muslims have been killed at the hands of Arab Muslims are in the process of doing so. in terms of its culture. We talk since the creation of Israel, in battles and struggles Israel Others were amended, which is about it but not by it, which is has nothing to do with! the highway patrol - Fahaheel division. After holding the offi- all subject to democracy’s theo- exactly like someone talking What is the number of repeated coups victims in Syria, cer accountable for his actions quickly, the Interior Ministry retical side. However, those new We believe in democra- about English but cannot speak it. Iraq and Yemen? The number of Abdelkareem Qasim, should also provide compensation to the victims for the constitutions or amendments are You cannot talk about and criticize Abdelsalam Aref, Baath party and Saddam in Iraq and all emotional damage that they must have suffered from. more like apostasy. Practically cy as a form but we have English when you cannot even those who succeeded them among the sectarianism Meanwhile, it is important to make it mandatory for police speaking and in comparison with speak it. traders and bloodsuckers? How many were killed in the officers to have basic skills in English to pass their enrollment the West, we have no real demo- never made it a way of This is democracy’s problem battles of Sudan, Darfur and the split? How many were tests, given the nature of their work that includes interacting cratic practices, neither in the old in the Arab world. We call for it, killed in the Egypt, Yemen, Somalia, Lebanon, Algeria, with the public, including foreigners who do not speak constitutions nor in new ones. life or daily practice demand it and insist on it but we Tunisia and Libya coups and revolutions, Kuwait’s occupa- Arabic. And as we celebrate the naming of HH the Amir All these constitutions, those know nothing about its most tion and others. Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah as a humanitarian leader yet to be set and all the amend- obvious principles for one simple All these useless battles and assassinations that are hard in recognition for his efforts in helping other nations in need, ments of current ones, will remain nominal unless accompa- reason - the Arab mentality is still held captive by tribalism, to account for. This apart from the thousands of worshippers it is our duty to make sure that Kuwait remains a center for nied by real public practices and real awareness because religion, doctrines and sectarianism, and yet it demands who were killed while praying in mosques with the weapons humanity, and a place where people are treated with respect regardless of what will be set or amended, be that in favor or democracy. of this Arab and that. This is apart from those who were burnt wherever they go. The Amir’s charitable contributions reflect more openness or more oppression, it will all remain mere the- A lung cancer patient cannot be cured unless he stops or buried alive, bombed with napalm, chemical weapons and the natural sentiment of the Kuwaiti people, who are never oretical talk that is inapplicable in real life. smoking. We cannot practice democracy unless we get rid of poisonous gases. But we, after each massacre and tragedy, hesitant to lend a helping hand to whoever is in need. These The problem with Arab democracies has never been in con- old concepts that prevent true democracy from reaching our meet to curse our infidel enemies as grandchildren of mon- great principles of humanity that HH the Amir anchored, and stitutions or in applying them by governments or authorities. It souls before it can be manifested as a vote in any ballot box! keys and pigs. —Translated by Kuwait Times from Al-Qabas which are based on respecting the human being, must be has always been in public democratic practices by the people —Translated by Kuwait Times from Al-Anbaa followed all the times and everywhere.

in my view Palestinian women put kids in day care

By Abdullah Erakat

uthaina Ewisat, a geography teacher in and sleep which is what grandmothers and neigh- Palestine, has four young children and has bors were providing,” Breigheith Breigheith of the Bwrestled with mixed feelings over putting Palestinian Ministry of Social Affairs said. them in day care. Her oldest son, Mohammed, now 7, To ensure the safety of the nurseries, a committee was taken care of by Ewisat’s mother-in-law when he conducts a surprise inspection every three months, was a baby. Her other children, age 6 and four-year- to ensure that conditions are safe. Several nursery old twins, went to a day care center. But last spring, schools are going to be shut down this month one of the twins, Odeh, fell in day care and had to because of code violations. have four stitches in his tongue. Breigheith, says some day care centers in the West “My message to moms, don’t send your children Bank operating illegally, as the owners do not want unless it’s absolutely necessary,” Ewisat said. “More to pay licensing fees. However, the ministry is crack- and more women are giving their children to others ing down on these people. to watch from the morning until the night and that’s wrong because they will never be able to fulfill the Babysitting role of the mother.” Um Ali has been taking care of children unofficial- She said that if her family could subsist on just her ly in her home for seven years. She has six children in husband’s income she would quit her job teaching her care. The youngest is a one-and-a-half year old and stay home full-time with her children. It’s a toddler who spends more than ten hours a day with dilemma that working women all over the Western her. world face. In neighboring Israel, almost 80 percent “No one can take the place of the parents. But you of Jewish women work outside the home, and most treat them as your own children. If they need medi- of them leave their children in government-subsi- cine you give it to them. If they swear or are bad, you dized day care. In the West punish them,” she said. Bank, there are 72 licensed She says she enjoys the nursery schools operating in The growing numbers are a support of her husband the West Bank, with 1151 who has to play with the children registered. sign of the increasing demand kids in the morning before Palestinian officials say the for day care as more women going off to his own job. number is probably signifi- She charges $83 per child cantly higher as not all return to the work force per month, and says the schools report accurately. income helped them reno- vate their home. She also Increasing demand offers a drop-in service for $6 per day. She says day Ten of those schools have opened since January, care has advantages for children over being taken and 47 nursery schools obtained new licenses or had care of at home. them renewed. The growing numbers are a sign of “At day care centers, they see other children who the increasing demand for day care as more women they are going to fight with, who will try to take their return to the work force. But according to a report by sandwiches, and he learns to be independent,” Um The Palestinian Central Bureau of Statistics, the gap Ali says. in the participation rate between men and women is Um Ali says in today’s world, the child has to grow still wide, with almost 70 percent of Palestinian men up strong and at the nurseries, children learn at an working, compared to 17 percent for women. early age that “the big fish eat the small fish.” Suheir Abu Hilal runs a nursery school for 20 chil- “There are mothers out there who exploit the dren in Abu Dis, ranging in age from five months to nursery or even abuse it as a chance to run away age 4. She charges $150 per month for each child. from their kids,” said Um Ali. “They come first. We insist on a dialogue and Um Ali has a first AID kit and knows how to admin- friendship with them,” Abu Hilal says. She says it’s ister CPR. She says since she has started caring for the also important to sustain a good relationship with children, there has never been one accident and she the parents. “Women bring their children to me plans on keeping it that way. Her house is tidy and because they are studying so they can work,” Abu the playroom where she spends most of her day is Hilal, originally from Bethlehem says. children-friendly. She has had three job offers to head Palestinian officials say that nursery schools can up nurseries, but has turned them all down due to also provide educational opportunities that family the fact that she would have to work until at least 5 members cannot. pm till all the kids have been picked up. “The most “More and more parents are putting their children important thing is for my children to come home and in day care because children require more than food find me home,” she said. —The Media Line WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2014

Hurricane strands Sunnis skeptical, feel betrayed by Washington, Baghdad tourists, triggers looting in Mexico Page 8 Page 9 IS jihadists down Syrian warplane US strikes jihadists near Baghdad for the first time

BEIRUT: Jihadists shot down a Syrian warplane The US air strike against IS fighters in the Sadr Al- conducting strikes on the Islamic State group Yusufiyah area, 25 kilometers from Baghdad, stronghold of Raqa yesterday, the Syrian came as world diplomats pledged to support Observatory for Human Rights monitoring group Iraq in its fight against the militants and less than said. “IS fighters fired on a military aircraft which a week after US President Barack Obama ordered crashed,” the Britain-based group said. “It is the a “relentless” war against IS. first aircraft shot down since the regime “US military forces continued to attack (IS) launched air strikes against the jihadists in July terrorists in Iraq, employing attack and fighter following their declaration of a caliphate in late aircraft to conduct two air strikes Sunday and June,” said the group, which relies on a wide net- Monday in support of Iraqi security forces near work of doctors and activists for its reports. Sinjar and southwest of Baghdad,” the US Central Observatory director Rami Abdel Rahman said Command said in a statement. that the plane was carrying out strikes on the IS “The air strike southwest of Baghdad was the stronghold of Raqa when it was hit. first strike taken as part of our expanded efforts It crashed into a house in the Euphrates Valley beyond protecting our own people and humani- city, the sole provincial capital entirely out of tarian missions to hit (IS) targets as Iraqi forces Syrian government control, causing deaths and go on offence, as outlined in the president’s injuries on the ground, he added. A photograph speech last Wednesday.” posted on a jihadist Twitter account purported The strikes destroyed six IS vehicles near to show the burnt-out wreckage of the plane. Sinjar and an IS position southwest of Baghdad “Allahu Akbar (God is greater), thanks to God we that had been firing on Iraqi forces. They bring can confirm that a military aircraft has been shot the number of US air strikes across Iraq to 162. down over Raqa,” another account said, congrat- Iraqi security spokesman Lieutenant General ulating the “lions of the Islamic State.” Qassem Atta yesterday welcomed the expanded The plane is far from the first Syrian govern- American action, saying the US “carried out an ment aircraft downed by opposition forces, but it important strike against an enemy target in Sadr comes after President Bashar al-Assad’s regime Al-Yusufiyah.” stepped up its air campaign against IS in eastern Sadr Al-Yusufiyah lies in the Euphrates Valley, Syria. In recent weeks it has repeatedly targeted between the militant stronghold of Fallujah, the group’s Euphrates valley strongholds in Raqa west of Baghdad, and the key battleground of and Deir Ezzor provinces and jihadist-held areas Jurf Al-Sakhr, further south. It is one of the clos- of the northeastern province of Hasakeh. An air A handout picture shows two Rafale fighter jets flying on a reconnaissance mission over Iraq after taking off from the Al-Dhafraase b in est front lines to Baghdad where Iraqi govern- strike on an IS training camp in the Deir Ezzor the United Arab Emirates. — AFP ment forces and allied militia have struggled to town of Tibni killed 17 militants and a child on Damascus and its Iranian and Russian allies. Damascus and adjacent to the opposition security sources said. defend their positions. IS militants have seized a Saturday. Elsewhere in Syria yesterday, the Observatory stronghold of Eastern Ghouta last week and Meanwhile, US has bombed militants near swathe of territory in Iraq and Syria, declaring an US President Barack Obama announced last said at least two members of regime forces were regime forces are fighting to reclaim it. In the Baghdad in support of Iraqi forces, striking close Islamic “caliphate”, committing widespread atroc- week he had authorized the expansion to Syria killed in clashes with rebels including Al-Qaeda capital, meanwhile, the Observatory said the toll to the capital for the first time in its expanded ities and instituting a brutal interpretation of of the air campaign against IS that he launched affiliate Al-Nusra Front in Damascus province. in a failed rebel attempt to infiltrate a district campaign against Islamic State jihadists. But in a Islamic law. As part of the extended campaign in neighboring Iraq in early August. There have The fighting in Dakhaniya, near the eastern adjacent to the Old City had risen to 11 opposi- sign of their growing strength, a monitoring Washington has vowed to carry out strikes in been no US strikes in Syria so far but Obama’s outskirts of Damascus, also killed 12 opposition tion fighters killed. They were killed in clashes group said the jihadists had managed to bring Syria as well, despite warnings from President announcement, which was made in defiance of fighters overnight, the Observatory said. Rebel after they entered the Midan neighborhood down a Syrian warplane conducting strikes over Bashar al-Assad’s regime against violating its air- the Syrian government, drew protests from forces seized the area near Jobar in east through a sewer in the early hours of Monday, their stronghold of Raqa in north-central Syria. space. — Agencies p8_Layout 1 9/16/14 8:15 PM Page 1

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2014 INTERNATIONAL US scouts for Sunni allies on the ground in Iraq Sunnis skeptical, feel betrayed by Washington, Baghdad

BAGHDAD: Unwilling to send US troops Americans is Ahmed Abu Risha, a leader supporters on board. He listed others, back to Iraq, Washington is trying to per- of forces which fought al Qaeda in Iraq. from former members of Saddam’s secu- suade armed Sunni factions and tribal He said there are more than 20 tribal lar Baath party to Islamists who had figures to fight Islamic State militants in leaders from Iraq’s western Anbar been committed to the violent over- an echo of the “Awakening” movement province who are speaking to US repre- throw of the Baghdad government. He that drove Al-Qaeda from the country six sentatives. “These leaders are willing to told Reuters the Americans met with the years ago. “There is a lot of traffic right assist the US forces in fighting (Islamic Sunni Islamist-led Islamic Army and the now,” James Jeffrey, a veteran diplomat State) and they have been reorganizing Baathist Naqshabandi. “Some elements who was US ambassador to Iraq from the Awakening forces, which currently within the Iraqi government have also 2010-2012 and maintains close ties to has 22,000 members still fighting started dialogue with these groups to the government in Baghdad. “There against (Islamic State).” get them on their side to fight IS,” he were meetings in Arbil. There were He said 32,000 fighters from the said. meetings in Amman,” he said, referring Awakening were ready to fight along- Another insurgent source involved in to talks between tribal groups and US side the US and an Iraqi security official the matter said more formal talks were officials in the capitals of the relatively said the main forces being spoken to are being prepared between the Islamic neutral Iraqi province of Kurdistan and a mixture of tribal groups and Sunni mil- Army and United States. New Iraqi Prime neighboring Jordan. itants amounting to around 60,000 fight- Minister Haider Al-Abadi formed a gov- The plan is far from easy, since many ers. Obama has promised to destroy ernment last week despite divisions, but Sunnis regard the Awakening as a failure Islamic State (IS) using “a systematic the sensitive interior and defense posts and a betrayal and see the Sunni Islamic campaign of air strikes”, and said NATO are still vacant and while many Sunnis State’s sweep into predominantly Sunni allies were prepared to join military voted for him, tribal sheikhs and former northern and western Iraq as the lesser action against a movement that he Baathist commanders. A high-level Iraqi of two evils, despite its mass killings. US labeled a major threat to the West. security official also confirmed that talks and Iraqi officials say it is not a rehash of Unlike the Awakening, the US will not had occurred between the Americans the Awakening but will incorporate have ground troops working with Sunni and armed groups opposed to both the Sunnis into a “National Guard”, a security militants, making the operation much previous and present Iraqi government. force intended to decentralize power harder to control, and more difficult to A US State Department official denied from Baghdad, addressing Sunni defuse confrontations between the State had reached out to such groups, demands to stop oppression from the fighters and Baghdad. but did not rule out the possibility majority Shiite security forces. Past Abu Risha is himself a polarizing fig- another government branch-which promises by the Americans and Iraqi ure, whose support of the last prime could refer to the CIA-had put out feelers officials to integrate the minority into minister, Nuri Al-Maliki, in attacking mili- to the factions. the Iraqi state in return for its help were tants in Anbar this year has alienated never realized. Instead, the movement’s many in his province, where hundreds of Sunni resentment leaders found themselves hunted by thousands were displaced under aerial Many Sunnis resent the US support both jihadists and the Shiite-led Iraqi bombardment. The danger remains that for Baghdad, which cracked down on government. Recent US and Iraqi air a new force under Abu Risha’s command Sunni protests over the past two years strikes on Islamic State targets have not will push other Sunni tribal figures to and uses barrel bombs to hit Islamic helped since they are hard to distinguish fight him and side with Islamic State. A State fighters who hide among civilians between and local leaders say the latter US diplomat said that there are a num- and has yet to meet their demands for have hit residential areas, even after a ber of Iraqi Sunni “moderate” tribal lead- greater rights. “Unfortunately the recent government call to avoid civilians. ers who have been travelling to Sunni Americans are not changing their strate- GENEVA: General view of the UN Human Rights Council session after the United Nations (UN) Commission of Yet a host of talks are going on between states and US allies Qatar and Saudi gy only their tactics ... They are seeing Inquiry on Syria delivered the latest report on the situation in the war-ravaged country to the UN Human Rights US and Iraqi officials and Iraqi Sunni Arabia in recent weeks and asking for their interests in Iraq more and more Council yesterday in Geneva.—AFP groups, security officials from Iraq and support from the Gulf to kick IS out. with the Shiites. They are seeing a com- the US say. mon interest with Iran,” the same tribal “Americans of all provenances are Deals sheikh said. Sheikh Lawrence Hardan, a talking to all kinds of Iraq Sunnis as we A senior Iraqi government official tribal leader from Hardan tribe in Garma, 12 Nigerian soldiers speak,” a western diplomat in the region said Iraqi Sunni groups have been talk- a frontline in the war for Anbar, cau- said on condition of anonymity. “Amman ing with Baghdad since June and offered tioned that even now ordinary Sunnis in is full of these guys.” Sunni militants who to fight Islamic State in return for greater his province had a hellish existence. “In fought US troops and the Shiite led gov- devolution of power and amnesties for our opinion there need to be certain sentenced to death ernment after Sunni dictator Saddam those who fought the government. “All steps taken first like stopping the bomb- Hussein was overthrown are also being these groups meet with government ing of the cities so displaced people can ABUJA: Twelve Nigerian soldiers were lives, made tens of thousands of oth- town, triggering global outrage. approached. Talking to insurgent groups officials for deals. They say they will give return to their houses. There are sieges yesterday sentenced to death for ers homeless and seen the militants Witnesses said the soldiers became who killed US troops will be contentious us control of the areas provided they get in some cities, no electricity and no pub- mutiny after shots were fired at their make territorial gains in the northeast unruly and threw stones at an officer in the United States as well as in Iraq, what they want,” he said on condition of lic services,” he said by telephone. commanding officer in the restive in recent weeks. when he arrived and shots were fired where some of the Shiite majority are anonymity, adding that the government Only about five percent of recent northeast city of Maiduguri earlier this But front-line troops have fre- into the air. Mohammed then had to concerned about Washington support- wanted to see what the groups could Iraqi air attacks hit Islamic State and the year. A nine-member military tribunal, quently complained of a lack of ade- take cover as they trained their guns ing Sunni militants. deliver. rest hit civilians, he said on Friday. On sitting in Abuja, convicted the soldiers quate weapons and equipment to on him but he was not injured. A tribal leader from Anbar who is Saturday Abadi announced he had following the incident on May 14 fight the better armed rebels, while “The soldiers succeeded in shoot- Sunni divisions being courted said he was approached ordered a freeze on air strikes in civilian when shots were fired at the com- there have also been reports that ing at his staff car, thereby causing One key Sunni intermediary for the indirectly by the Americans to get his areas two days before. — Reuters manding officer of the Nigerian troops have not been paid or received bullet impressions at the right rear Army’s 7th Division, which is tasked proper food supplies. The court heard door where the GOC (general officer with fighting Boko Haram insurgents. that on the day in question, the sol- commanding) sat,” Okonkwo told the Court president Brigadier General diers from 101 Battalion opened fire court. “He said thank God for the staff Chukwuemeka Okonkwo said the sen- at a convoy containing the 7th officer who rushed him into his car tences were subject to confirmation Division commander General Amadu and the fact that the staff car is an by Nigeria’s military authorities but Mohammed at an army medical cen- armored plated vehicle.” Eighteen sol- said there was no doubt about the tre in Maiduguri. diers in total, ranked from private to gravity of the offence. The panel con- The soldiers had demanded that corporal, were charged with mutiny, sidered “its likely effect on the count- Mohammed speak to them after a criminal conspiracy, attempted mur- er-insurgency operations in the north- number of their colleagues were killed der, disobeying orders, insubordina- east as well as its implications on in a Boko Haram ambush on the way tion and false accusation. Twelve were national security”, he told the court. back from the Borno state town of sentenced to death for mutiny, one Nigeria’s army has been under pres- Chibok. The previous month, Boko was given 28 days’ hard labor on sure to end the bloody five-year insur- Haram fighters kidnapped more than another count and five were acquit- gency that has claimed thousands of 200 girls from their school in the ted. All pleaded not guilty.— AFP Troops, militants on the Iraq-Syrian battleground

NICOSIA: Jihadists, peshmerga, Shiite militia, anti-Assad rebels, regular troops and foreign advisors, a short summary of who is fighting who in Iraq and Syria:

Jihadists Sunni Arabs, they are fighting in Syria against a regime dominated by Alawites, a sect rooted in Shiite Islam and in Iraq against the central govern- ment. The CIA has estimated the num- ber of jihadists in both Iraq and Syria at between 20,000 and 31,500, three times its previous number. Most belong to the Islamic State (IS) organi- zation. Foreign fighters in Syria are believed to number 15,000, of whom some 2,000 come from Western coun- tries, according to the CIA. Some have joined the IS. The London-based DOUMA: A Syrian man holds a wounded young boy as they wait for treat- International Center for the Study of ment at a makeshift hospital in the rebel-held town of Douma near Radicalization (ICSR) says foreign Damascus, after reported airstrikes by Syrian government forces.— AFP jihadists in Syria come from 74 coun- tries, mainly in the Middle East and Turkey, the EU and the US consider a Syrian army, militia North Africa. A breakdown of leading terrorist organization. Syria’s armed forces are made up of source countries puts Tunisia on top 178,000 troops, of which the army with up to 3,000 fighters, followed by Iraqi Army, Shiites, Advisors accounts for 110,000, according to the Saudi Arabia with up to 2,500, Iraq’s armed forces are being IISS. The civil war that began in 2011 Morocco and Jordan with 1,500 each, reshaped by the US and its allies and has halved its numbers but it has and Lebanon with 900. About 800 are number 271,400 troops, of which since been restructured. The army is thought to have come from Russia, 193,400 belong to the army, accord- backed by militia largely drawn from and 700 from France. ing to International Institute for Syrian President Bashar Al-Assad’s Strategic Studies (IISS). The army own Alawite community. The Syrian Kurdish fighters failed to resist a drive by IS fighters in regime is also supported by fighters Since June, they have been on the June and has been unable to check from the powerful Lebanese Shiite front line against jihadists in Iraq. rising violence since US troops with- movement Hezbollah, and the IISS Known as peshmerga, or “those who drew from Iraq in late 2011. Shiite reli- says Iran provides “considerable” confront death” in Kurdish, they come gious leaders have urged their follow- financial and military aid. from an autonomous Kurdish region ers to take up arms to defend the of northern Iraq and are allied with country. Moqtada al-Sadr, one-time Anti-Assad rebels Washington. They number around head of the now disbanded Mahdi Many groups in addition to the IS 200,000. In August, around a dozen Army, has since created the Saraya al- organization are fighting the regime countries, including Britain, France, Salam, or Peace Brigades. US of Syrian President Bashar Al-Assad, Germany and the US started weapons President Barack Obama sent US in particular Islamists from the Al- deliveries to Kurdish forces. Kurdish troops to Iraq in June to train Iraqi Nusra Front, which is affiliated with leader Massud Barzani said on August forces, where they now number Al-Qaeda, and Ahrar Al-Sham. 26 Iran was the first to do so. Kurdish around 1,600, with the addition of Estimates of their total number run forces also received backing from affil- another 475 military advisors to around 100,000 and include fight- iated groups in Syria and Turkey last announced on September 10. Canada ers from the moderate Free Syrian month, in particular from the said on September 5 that it would Army, who probably total no more Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK), which send several dozen advisors as well. than 15,000.— AFP INTERNATIONAL WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2014 Iran nuke talks: Bridging the gaps in New York

NEW YORK: Iran and six powers resume tomorrow in diplomats say that with more than two months remain- Another is Iran’s apparent willingness to change the weapon before 2003 and possibly since. After years of New York negotiating a potentially historic deal to ease ing before the deadline, it is highly unlikely that this will design of a new reactor it is building at Arak in order to rejecting these allegations out of hand, progress at last fears that Tehran might develop nuclear weapons after be the final round. Herewith a look at the main issues: ensure that it produces much less plutonium, the alter- began to be made this year but Iran failed to provide 12 years of failed diplomacy and rising tensions. The native to highly-enriched uranium for a bomb. information on two out of around 12 areas of suspect five permanent members of the UN Security Council Enrichment areas to the watchdog by an August 25 deadline. plus Germany (the P5+1) want Iran to scale down its The thorniest problem by far is uranium enrichment, Timing nuclear activities to make any dash to make a bomb a process rendering the material suitable for power gen- Apart from enrichment there are other tricky Another extension? extremely difficult. In return Tehran, which denies want- eration and medical uses with centrifuge machines but aspects, not least the duration of the mooted accord. Although negotiators insist the November 24 dead- ing nuclear weapons and says a peaceful atomic pro- also, at high purities, for a bomb. Ayatollah Ali Washington wants Iran’s nuclear activities limited for a line is set in stone, experts have begun to speculate gram is its right, wants the lifting of UN and Western Khamenei, supreme leader, said in July that Iran wants “double-digit” number of years, Tehran considerably about yet another extension, not least because of the sanctions causing its economy major problems. to ramp up its enrichment capacities to industrial level. less. Another difficulty is the pace at which sanctions current turmoil in the Middle East. “Luckily, the alterna- In July negotiators gave themselves four more But the powers want Iran to slash them. Both sides have would be lifted and how to tie the relief to certain “mile- tive to a comprehensive deal is not necessarily a col- months, until November 24, to strike a deal, with US called for more “realism” on this point. stones” by Iran. The lifting of sanctions by the UN lapse of diplomacy and a return to escalatory sanctions Secretary of State John Kerry saying this was the “best Security Council and a skeptical US Congress also pres- and centrifuge enhancements, with military action chance we’ve ever had to resolve this issue peacefully”. Progress ents legal difficulties. again on the horizon,” said Mark Fitzpatrick from the The talks in New York will be at the level of political Progress has been made in other areas. These International Institute for Strategic Studies. “The more directors but foreign ministers from Iran and the six include greater oversight for UN inspectors, on the Skeletons in the cupboard likely alternative, rather, is another interim deal, proba- powers-present in New York for the UN General future of Iran’s existing uranium stockpile and what Another potential stumbling block is the UN atomic bly one with new conditions, such as locking in an Assembly-will likely also meet. It is unclear how long the Kerry called a “different purpose” for Fordo, Iran’s second watchdog’s probe into the “possible military dimensions” agreement to change the design of the Arak reactor so talks will last or what the outcome will be, although main enrichment site under a mountain near Qom. of Iran’s program-alleged work on developing a nuclear that it produces less plutonium.” — AFP Hurricane strands tourists, triggers looting in Mexico

CABO SAN LUCAS: Hurricane Odile about my vacation, but above all my heart destroyed homes and shut down airports aches for the people from here who lost in Mexico’s Baja California peninsula on everything,’ said Tifani Brown, a 34-year-old Monday, sparking looting, marooning American tourist who had only arrived thousands of foreign tourists and injuring Sundaythe day the hurricane hitfrom 135 people. The powerful storm caused California. ‘It’s one thing to see hurricanes heavy material damage in Los Cabos resort on TV. It’s another to live them,’ she said. towns and hotels were badly flooded. Some tourists said they spent the night at Nobody was killed. Hundreds of looters the Los Cabos airport’s luggage room after ransacked supermarkets and electronic flights were canceled on Sunday. They were stores, snatching rice, water, toilet paper, now looking at a night in a hotel near the alcohol, televisions, and fans after the pas- airport. ‘When the hurricane hit, the light sage of the hurricane, which later weak- went out in the airport, windows shattered, ened as it moved north. More than 1,000 the ceiling fell and some computers explod- troops were deployed to the disaster area, ed,’ said Mariana Perez, a 26-year-old which was without electricity and running Mexican engineer, showing a video of it on water. Scores of wood-plank and tin-roof her phone. homes were leveled in one neighborhood. ‘I’m taking water for the children and food Wooden homes leveled for the baby. You never know what can Odile crashed ashore as a category three happen tomorrow,’ Osvaldo Lopez, 41, said hurricane in the five-scale Saffir-Simpson as he left a convenience store. scale, packing winds of 205 kilometers an Some 26,000 foreigners and 4,000 hour. It weakened to category one on Mexican beachgoers were looking at a sec- Monday as winds slowed to 120 kilometers ond night in hotels that served as tempo- an hour and was later downgraded to a rary shelters. Authorities scrambled to tropical storm, the US National Hurricane reopen the international airports in Los Center said. While 11,000 local residents Cabos and La Paz in order to send military took refuge in schools and other temporary planes to airlift the tourists. But National shelters, some braved the storm in their Civil Protection coordinator Luis Felipe humble houses. Soledad Mayo, 52, sent Puente said the first planes would only four of her children to a neighbor’s home SAN JOSE DEL CABO: People loot a supermarket in San Jose del Cabo after hurricane Odile knocked down trees and power lines in Mexico’s Baja leave Tuesday because of the damage while she stayed in her wooden house with California peninsula. — AFP caused by strong winds at the terminals. her husband. ‘We spent the night standing ‘We don’t have optimal conditions to begin there, waiting to see what would be left of flights in the next few hours,’ he told a news our house. But look, it took everything,’ she N Korea ratchets up ‘hostage conference, adding that sick tourists and said, surrounded by rubble. The hurricane the elderly would be airlifted first. hit the Pacific coast around the one-year The hurricane smashed hotel windows, anniversary of a twin tropical storm batter- diplomacy’ with Washington flooded rooms and sent palm trees flying ing on both coasts that left 157 people into swimming pools. ‘I’m disappointed dead. — AFP Using captured Americans to extract concessions

SEOUL: North Korea’s use of captured or detained Americans to score propaganda points and extract political concessions from Washington has a long history stretching back to the Cold War, but analysts say the tactic may be wearing thin. The isolated state currently has three American citizens in deten- tion-Kenneth Bae, Matthew Miller and Jeffrey Fowle. In a recent television interview with CNN that was set up by the North Korean authorities, all three pleaded for Washington to help secure their release. On Sunday, Miller was sentenced to six years’ hard labor for “hostile” acts against the regime, four months after he was arrested for allegedly ripping up his tourist visa at immigration. Bae, a Korean-American described by Pyongyang as a militant evangelist, was sentenced last year to 15 years of hard labor for seeking to topple the North’s regime. Fowle, who entered the North in April as a HANOI: A young girl looks at visitors inside a state-run orphanage in Ba Vi district, on tourist, is expected to be tried soon, following his the outskirts of Hanoi yesterday. — AFP arrest for reportedly leaving a Bible at a hotel. The arrests and the severe sentences handed down so far-coupled with the access granted to US media- PYONGYANG: Photo shows US citizen Matthew Miller (center), who was sentenced six years hard Vietnam, US restart have been seen as an effort by an attention-starved labor for ‘hostile’ acts against Pyongyang, at North Korean Supreme Court in Pyongyang. — AFP Pyongyang to secure a high-level US visit to negoti- for illegally crossing the border. And in 2010 former likely to deepen the North’s isolation.” The US focus, ate their release. The propaganda benefits of such president Jimmy Carter personally obtained the meanwhile, is on crises elsewhere, notably in the adoptions after ban visits are obvious, allowing the North to portray release of Aijalon Mahli Gomes, who had been giv- Middle East where two captured US journalists have Washington as coming cap in hand to plead for en eight years’ hard labor for illegal entry. been gruesomely executed in recent weeks by North Korean largesse. They also provide a rare Washington labeled the Clinton and Carter visits as Islamic militants. “It is increasingly clear that (North HANOI: American parents will again be years or older and the majority were under moment of direct contact that the North can use to private humanitarian missions, but North Korea Korea) seeks to use these three US citizens as pawns allowed to adopt Vietnamese children, author- two, state media reported. Tad Kincaid, push other issues, such as the resumption of six- announced them as official trips and said both for- to pursue its own political agenda,” State ities said yesterday, ending a six-year ban founder of Ho Chi Minh City-based Orphan party talks on its nuclear program. mer presidents had offered profuse apologies. Department spokeswoman Marie Harf said imposed after allegations of baby-selling and Impact, welcomed the restarting of adoptions Clinton met with then-leader Kim Jong-Il, while Monday. In a recent memoir based on his tenure as fraud but with new restrictions. Two with new restrictions as “a good step”. ‘Hallmark’ N Korean tactic Carter also held talks-although in both cases North senior director of Asian affairs on the National American agencies have been awarded “It makes sense to focus on children who “Brinkmanship, including hostage diplomacy, Korea came away with little to show for the process Security Council under President Barack Obama, licences but new US adoptions will be limited are hardest to place, as they are most likely to has long been a North Korean hallmark,” said Bae in diplomatic terms. Bae Han-Dong said Pyongyang Jeffrey Bader also voiced frustration with those citi- to children aged over five, sibling groups and spend their entire childhood in an orphanage,” Han-Dong, professor of political science at was clearly trying to ratchet up the pressure to zens who found themselves in North Korean jails. those with special needs, the US State he told AFP. Kincaid said the problems with Kyungpook National University. The earliest exam- secure another visit over the three Americans cur- “We felt considerable irritation at American inno- Department said. Americans have been fraud, corruption or incomplete paperwork ple of this strategy was the capture of the US spy rently being held. “But the US and the Western cents abroad who stumble into such situations as if unable to adopt from Vietnam since a 2008 that had led to breakdowns in the US-Vietnam ship USS Pueblo in 1968. North Korea held the more world in general have become too familiar with this they were in downtown LA and then expect to be ban imposed due to US embassy concerns adoption process would be eased due to the than 80 crew members for nearly a year, as the two pattern,” Bae said. “The North should realize that saved, without regard to the damage they do to US that many adoptees had been trafficked or acceptance of higher standards across the sides engaged in tortuous negotiations over their such tactics are reaching their limit and are more national security interests,” Bader wrote. — AFP given up after their families were coerced. board. “This is not just unique to Vietnam, this release. Vietnam denied these claims but agreed to has been a change worldwide in the way That finally came after a formula was worked out suspend adoptions with the United States. many countries are approaching adoption” in which the US signed a document “solemnly” A year later a UN-commissioned report since the Hague Convention came into force, Who are the ‘terrorists’ apologizing for “grave acts of sabotage”, while found that largely unregulated cash payments he said. simultaneously and publicly repudiating the state- by adoption agencies to orphanages had Experts also say that restricting the license the world needs to fight? ment as false. The USS Pueblo is now a centrepiece encouraged them to source babies and chil- to two US agencies-before the ban there were exhibit at the massive Korean War museum in BEIRUT: From Washington and Paris to Tehran has seen the word in heavy use. US Secretary of dren, often with inadequate background dozens-will make it easier for authorities to Pyongyang. Hong Seuk-Ryule, history professor at and Damascus, it seems everyone agrees on the State John Kerry last week spoke of a “major checks. Communist Vietnam went on to ratify police the process and prevent corruption. Sungshin Women’s University in Seoul, said the growing need to fight “terrorism”. What exactly counter-terrorism operation” and French President the Hague Convention on Protection of The lifting of the US-Vietnam adoptions ban Pueblo incident helped the North establish itself as the word means is another matter entirely. For the Francois Hollande on Monday said “the fight of Children and Co-operation in respect of inter- comes as the former wartime foes move clos- a legitimate state capable of negotiating directly United States and its partners in the West, there is the Iraqis against terrorism is our fight as well”. In country adoption in 2011. It also revised its er together, with a string of recent high-level with the United States. “It also established a bizarre no doubt the Islamic State militants who have Tehran, deputy foreign minister Hossein Amir- domestic law on adoption the same year. “The visits, talk of ending a ban on sales of lethal political formula between the North and the US seized swathes of Iraq and Syria count as terrorists. Abdollahian said it was the Iraqi and Syrian gov- United States welcomes Vietnam’s efforts to weapons-in place due to human rights con- that talks are arranged only after some kind of hos- For Syria’s President Bashar al-Assad, the “ter- ernments who “have been engaged in a serious enhance its child welfare and intercountry cerns-and greater trade ties. American interest tile crisis,” Hong wrote in his 2012 book on the polit- rorists” are all the opponents of his government- struggle against terrorism”, while a senior Assad adoption system,” the US embassy said in a in adopting from Vietnam is particularly high, ical history of the peninsula. armed and unarmed. They in turn have branded adviser last week insisted that Syria had been the statement Tuesday. It named Dillon in part due to publicity generated when his regime a “terrorist state”. Secessionists in east- “victim” of terrorism since an anti-government International and Holt International Children’s Hollywood star Angelina Jolie adopted her Clinton, Carter missions ern Ukraine, separatists in China’s restive Xinjiang uprising began in March 2011. Services as the US agencies newly authorized son Pax from Vietnam in 2007. The trend of US visits began in the 1990s as vari- region, student protesters in Venezuela-the terror- For Sarah Marsden, a lecturer at the University to help handle adoptions in Vietnam. Estimates of the number of children in ous US citizens were detained in the North despite ist label has been applied to them all. Two cen- of Saint Andrews’ Handa Centre for the Study of Vietnamese orphanages vary widely-from the State Department strongly advising nationals turies after the term first appeared and more than Terrorism and Political Violence, the use of the ‘Good step’ around 143,000 to 1.5 million, said Orphan against travelling there. In 1996, US Congressman a decade after the September 11 attacks, however, word has grown increasingly “subjective”. “That Nguyen Van Binh, director of the interna- Impact’s Kincaid. The director of a Hanoi- Bill Richardson visited and brought home American a clear definition of a “terrorist” remains elusive. the UN has spent decades trying to reach agree- tional adoption department at Vietnam’s based orphanage, speaking on condition of Evan Hunziker, who had swum naked and drunk “The term ‘terrorist’ has expanded to the point ment on a definition of terrorism reflects the Ministry of Justice, confirmed it had granted anonymity as he did not have permission to across the Yalu River from China to North Korea, that it just means ‘my enemy’,” said Marc Sageman, deeply contested nature of the concept,” Marsden licenses to the firms. There are now a total of talk to the press, said resuming adoptions where he was arrested and charged with spying. an ex-CIA agent, psychiatrist and author. “So we said. The United Nations has been trying since 36 foreign adoption agencies operating in was good news for Vietnamese orphans. “At Former US president Bill Clinton in 2009 made see things from our own perspective-if one of us: 1972 to come up with a definition for terrorism Vietnam, he told AFP, from countries including orphanages, we can only give them things the same trip to secure the release of two American freedom fighter, if one of them: terrorist.” The and has passed 13 counter-terrorism conventions France, Italy and Sweden. Before the ban, only provided by the state-which is never going to women journalists sentenced to 12 years’ hard labor build-up to the expanded US campaign against IS since 1996 without managing to do so. —AFP some five percent of adoptees were aged five be as good as care in a family,” he said. — AFP p10 2_Layout 1 9/16/14 8:15 PM Page 1

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2014 INTERNATIONAL Ukraine and EU ratify pact at heart of crisis Renewed fighting in the east heap further pressure

KIEV: The Ukrainian and European parliaments yesterday simultaneously ratified a landmark pact at the heart of the ex-Soviet country’s bloodiest crisis since independence. The vote on an accord that decisively steers Ukraine towards the West came just moments after par- liament agreed to offer limited self-rule to the pro-Russian east to try to end a bloody five- month separatists uprising. But renewed deadly fighting in the east has heaped further pressure on a fragile truce, and raised new questions about whether President Petro Poroshenko will succeed in keeping his splintered country together. Poroshenko said the adoption of the 1,200-page cooperation agreement with the European Union was Ukraine’s first step towards membership of the 28-nation bloc. “Tell me, who will now dare to shut Ukraine’s doors to DONETSK: Photo shows the damaged Druzhba Arena, following shelling in Donetsk, Europe?” the pro-Western leader said. “Who will eastern Ukraine. — AFP be against our future membership of the EU, towards which today we are taking our first but Anguish for families of the very decisive step?” Lawmakers rose for a rous- ing rendition of the national anthem sung with missing in eastern Ukraine their right hands solemnly placed on their hearts. European MPs in Strasbourg also all DONETSK: In what was once the Ukrainian another mother looking for her son. stood and cheered. secret service headquarters in Donetsk, a But the historic occasion was muted by the group of women, eyes rimmed in red, come ‘Stomach-turning torture’ two sides’ decision to bow to Russian pressure seeking the help of the city’s new rebel The former mayor of Donetsk, Oleksandr and delay until 2016 the implementation of a masters in an anguished search for missing Lukyanchenko, now exiled to Kiev, updates free trade deal that would pull Ukraine out of a husbands and sons. They scan down a a list of missing inhabitants from the city rival union being built by the Kremlin. The rejec- handwritten list of a hundred or so names, every day-posting names, photos and the tion of the same EU association agreement deal guarded by a volunteer separatist who details of their disappearance on the town by Kremlin-backed president Viktor Yanukovych gave his name as Zolotoi (“Golden”). hall’s website. In July, Amnesty in November triggered the bloody chain of Zolotoi wears a baseball cap on his head International reported on hundreds of kid- events that led to his February ouster and and a Kalashnikov over his shoulder, and nappings of activists, protesters and jour- Russia’s subsequent seizure of Ukraine’s Crimea says he is there to ensure visitors are well nalists in eastern Ukraine in the first three peninsula. treated, as ordered by the self-appointed months of the conflict. “The bulk of the The decision by Kiev’s new pro-Western lead- leaders of the city. A woman of around 50 abductions are being perpetrated by ers to still strike the agreement saw Moscow cut with her teenage daughter steps forward. armed separatists, with the victims often off gas supplies and allegedly orchestrate a sep- “My two sons were arrested. They came to subjected to stomach-turning beatings and aratist revolt in the industrial east that has now pick up some things and had a full car, and torture,” said Denis Krivosheyev, Amnesty claimed more than 2,700 lives. Russia’s denials of were no doubt thought to be thieves,” she International’s Deputy Director of Europe involvement have not spared it from waves of tells the guard. “But we can prove that all of and Central Asia. punishing Western sanctions that have left it was ours. I want to explain and get them Keen to establish some legitimacy, the President Vladimir Putin more isolated and act- ing less predictably than at any stage of his freed.” self-proclaimed People’s Republic of KIEV: Deputies of Ukrainian Parliament applaud after successfully voting for ratification of a dominant 15-year reign. But a European-mediat- Zolotoi checks the list for their name, Donetsk adopted a penal code on August Ukraine-EU association agreement in Ukrainian Parliament in Kiev yesterday. — AFP but can’t find anything. “I don’t see them 17 that claimed to bring some order to the ed truce Kiev and Moscow clinched on here. We don’t have them,” he says. “But you rough justice in the city. The code includes September 5 has offered the first significant small but instrumental role in protests that Insurgency leaders and officials in Kiev have know, there are several security the death penalty for several crimes, glimmer of hope that the crisis may at last be forced out the old regime, have questioned traded blame daily for who was responsible for services.”The woman says someone including looting, treason and espionage. abating and allowing East-West tensions to whether Poroshenko was ceding too much to repeatedly breaking the ceasefire. Local authori- phoned her last night about her sons, but Lighter sentences include hard labour of mend. Moscow. The broad-ranging political proposals ties said four civilians were killed in separate failed to tell her where they were being digging trenches and carrying sandbags. allow local legislatures in rebel-held regions to shelling incidents in Donetsk and another in the held. She looks distraught, and Zolotoi is The new “prime minister” of the Donetsk Three years of self-rule set up their own police forces and name judges neighboring village of Makiivka-bringing the sympathetic, but can do little other than People’s Republic, Oleksandr Lawmakers in the 450-seat Verkhovna Rada and prosecutors. Snap local polls on December total number to 10 in two days. Kiev said at least take her number and promise to call if any Zakharchenko, told AFP: “We recently parliament also yesterday adopted a peace plan 7 will establish new councils in the areas in three Ukrainian soldiers were also killed news comes in. Before another woman can adopted a new penal code. Since the adop- drafted by Poroshenko that offers three years of Ukraine’s vital coal and steel belt that will seem- Monday in a new rebel advance toward the step forward, he tells AFP the new rebel tion of this law, all civil detainees are trans- limited self-rule to parts of the rebel-held territo- ingly not be accountable to Kiev in any way. long-shuttered Donetsk airport that had been authorities are doing “the utmost to re- ferred to the Ministry of Internal Affairs, ry. The measures give Poroshenko a big political A separate law passed in the same closed- one of the war’s main flashpoints since establish order, but it’s difficult to organize. which decides on their case. boost ahead of his trip to Washington for crunch door hearing protects from criminal prosecu- Poroshenko’s election at the end of May. For example, if someone is seen looking “Since the summer, Donetsk jail is com- talks with US President Barack Obama tomorrow tion “participants of events in the Donetsk and Western allies kept up the pressure by through binoculars, they are arrested and pletely under our control, and now every- and a special appearance before the Congress. Lugansk regions”-a measure that appears to launching more than a week of US-led NATO an investigation is opened to make sure thing is solved in a civilized manner.” For The legislation also crucially guarantees the apply to both the insurgents and Ukrainian gov- war games in western Ukraine on Monday that the person is not a spy.” the families of the missing, it is little com- right for Russian to be used in all state institu- ernment troops. Amnesty International has are meant to send a blunt message to Russia He is keen to give a good impression, fort. Back at the former secret service head- tions-a particularly sensitive issue in the war accused fighters on both sides of abuses that about having any thoughts of pushing its although AFP photographers are pre- quarters, a woman with dark rings around zone. The Ukrainian leader argued Monday that might be classified as war crimes. Yet the broad- troops deeper into the former Soviet state. vented from taking pictures or getting her eyes steps up to Zolotoi and gives him his plan offered Kiev the best way out of the cri- er autonomy offer appears to have done little to Russia has tens of thousands of soldiers in close to the building. Families seeking a name. This time, he finds it on his list. “Ah sis because it guarantees “the sovereignty, terri- sate insurgency leaders who want membership Crimea but denies NATO charges it sent more those who have gone missing since the yes, he is here. Room number six. Leave torial integrity and independence of our state”. in Novorossiya-a charged term Putin uses to than 1,000 elite forces to help the militias separatist uprising began in April recount your number,” says Zolotoi. “We will call But some political leaders and especially describe a tsarist Russia that incorporated parts launch a surprise counter-offensive at the end the anguish of being sent from one serv- you. We can hold him for three to 10 days.” members of right-wing groups that played a of Ukraine. of last month.— AFP ice to another in the disjointed rebel She bursts into tears. “What can I do? They order. They find themselves dealing with could kill him.” “Of course not,” says Zolotoi. a police service whose chain of command “It’s an investigation, as in all countries. We is uncertain, and military offices often have orders not to mistreat anyone.” She manned by armed men in balaclavas. turns and goes, almost running, without “I’ve consulted at least 15 lists,” says leaving her number. — AFP Punters take a gamble on Scottish referendum

EDINBURGH: While the odds indicate points of “No” in recent opinion polls, Scotland will vote against independ- with a couple even putting them ahead. ence, bookmakers said Monday that “We obviously expected a fair amount of most punters are putting their money interest but exceeding £2 million in bet- on a “Yes” in the biggest political betting ting turnover-equivalent to the last gen- event they have ever seen. William Hill eral election and US presidential elec- on Sunday cut their odds on a “Yes” vote tion added together-has made this an from 3/1 to 11/4 after a late wave of sup- unprecedented event in political betting port. But a “No” remains odds-on favorite history,” said William Hill spokesman for them, although the odds have Graham Sharpe. lengthened from 2/9 to 1/4. Ladbrokes is offering 1/4 on a “No” vote and 3/1 on a ‘It’s too close’ “Yes” vote. “I’m a ‘Yes’ man. It’s a good The biggest individual bet so far has investment whatever happens!” said been £800,000 on a “No” vote placed by Jamie Anderson, told AFP as he walked a William Hill punter in London who will into a Glasgow bookmakers planning to win £973,000 if Scotland rejects inde- lay a bet for independence. Ladbrokes pendence. “A lot of people are betting said that 90 percent of all bets placed in on it because they’re interested,” said GLASGOW: A man walks past the pro-independence pub ‘Bon Accord’ in Glasgow, Scotland. — AFP Scotland in the last three weeks have another Edinburgh gambler, Giacomo been backing a “Yes” vote and the pro- Matramga. But in Glasgow, Michael portion over Britain as a whole was 58 Phillips said he was unconvinced. “I think percent. it’s more important than a bet to be Pints with politics; Scottish Spokesman Alex Donohue said the honest,” he said. As well as odds on the calculation of the odds took into outcome of the independence vote, pubs debate independence account factors such as polling data but Ladbrokes are offering 5/1 on Salmond it was “possible” that Scots were betting quitting within 48 hours of the result of GLASGOW: Talking politics in British pubs can has actually doubled since the “Yes” supporting by Rangers, which is strongly affiliated with the on a desired outcome. “People like to the referendum. They are also giving 4/1 be a tricky subject but Scotland’s independence owner renamed it a few weeks ago. At a table union and whose fans often sing Britain’s nation- have bets with their hearts, so that could on Cameron being replaced as British referendum has prompted two Glasgow bars to near the bar, a group of young separatists from a al anthem “God Save The Queen” at matches. be a factor,” he said. Not all Scottish pun- prime minister this year, while William pin their “Yes” and “No” colors to the counter. nearby electrical engineering firm have come Here, the regulars-who range from police offi- ters believe that First Minister Alex Hill are offering 6/1 on Cameron quitting The “Yesbar” is busy with young, well-dressed out for a post-work drink to discuss the referen- cers to shipyard workers-are horrified by the Salmond’s push for independence will before Britain’s next general election, drinkers, many wearing “Yes” badges, who have dum. “People always keep their politics private prospect of Scotland becoming independent. be successful, though. “I’ll be voting ‘No’ due next year. come straight from work in the city centre to talk but it’s nice to have a place that connects with The pub setting allows them to vent against First and betting on it too-I’ll be putting £100 “This is on course to be the biggest excitedly about the prospects for independence. that,” said one, Michael McPartlin. His colleague, Minister Alex Salmond and his Scottish National (125 euros, 160 dollars) on,” Eddie political betting event in history, with an “It’s all they want to talk about,” said barman Alistair Deering, said that the mood in Glasgow, Party (SNP). Thomson, who works in construction, estimated £50 million bet across the Chris Moore, between pulling pints. “We still get which polls indicate is leaning towards a “Yes” Landlord David Currie, who wore a “No said outside an Edinburgh bookmakers. industry,” said Ladbrokes spokesman regulars who are ‘No’ voters. It’s all been good, vote overall, was optimistic. “This is a fantastical- Thanks” badge, feared that taxes will shoot up Asked why, he said: “Because I don’t like Alex Donohue. For other punters, friendly banter, no fights. It’s given people a ly exciting time to be alive. It’s just vibrant, after the referendum, regardless of the outcome. Salmond.” Bookies’ shop windows are though, the odds involved in a flutter on social hub.” The bar is actually called the Vespbar there’s tangible hope,” he said. Drinkers George Houston and William still dominated by Premier League foot- the referendum are simply not good but has re-branded for the duration of the cam- Henderson said that while the “Yes” campaign is ball. The TV screens inside show enough to tempt them. “It’s not a great paign and some staff are even offering free kiss- Silent majority say ‘No’ making the most noise, a “silent majority” of “No” horseracing, Salmond’s favorite sport, price for a ‘No’ vote. I won’t be betting,” es for “Yes” voters. The District Bar, a pro-British Glasgow is considered Scotland’s nightlife voters will ensure Scotland does not become and not the latest campaign appearance said James Wilson, who works for a facili- stronghold near the home of Rangers Football capital and most pubs have not affiliated them- independent. “My social life is more or less in Club, is backing the “No” vote. Both bars show selves with one side of the debate or the other, here or with my family,” said Houston, a retired by the Scottish leader or his “No” cam- ties management company. Fellow gam- how the debate ahead of Thursday’s vote has although the referendum still dominates many sheet metal worker. “I wouldn’t discuss it (the ref- paign counterpart Alistair Darling. But bling man George Hancock, a “No” voter, come to dominate everyday conversation. bar room conversations. Across the city, the pro- erendum) with my family because it might there is a high level of betting interest in said: “I’m not betting on that. I’m bad Although it has avoided serving independ- British District Bar flies the Union Jack flag out- embarrass them. “But I wouldn’t fall out with the referendum, which has seen the enough on the horses. It’s too close, it’s ence-themed food or cocktails, Moore said that side but displays no flags or posters behind the anybody over politics. You’d be fighting every “Yes” camp close in to within a few not very good odds.”— AFP business at the bar-a retro Italian-themed joint- bar. It is a favorite watering hole for fans of near- day.”— AFP

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2014 INTERNATIONAL Hindu hardliners storm university

NEW DELHI: Hardline Hindu nationalists occurred after the university issued an Kaul, referring to right-wing militant out- independence or a merger with the explanation for wanting to help went on the rampage at a university in appeal to help any Kashmiri students fits linked to India’s ruling Bharatiya Himalayan region with neighboring Kashmiri students, before the violence central India over an aid appeal for vic- affected by the floods that have claimed Janata Party. Pakistan. Kaul said he had appealed broke out, he said. “In about 10-15 min- tims of devastating floods in Muslim- several hundred lives and devastated the Hindu nationalist Prime Minister through a local newspaper in Madhya utes they broke all the office furniture,” majority Kashmir, the vice chancellor said region’s main city of Srinagar. “There was Narendra Modi stormed to power in May Pradesh state for help to aid students said Kaul who was taken to hospital yesterday. The mob of young men an appeal issued by us for helping over his centre-left rivals, sparking fears whose families were thought caught in after being shaken by the ordeal. The stormed the Vikram University campus in Kashmiri boys who are studying among religious minorities of a rise of Kashmir’s worst floods in a century. Hindu hardliners were apparently angry Ujjain city on Monday, breaking windows, here...there was an appeal by the state hardline Hindu grassroots groups in offi- “Particularly the landlords (of the stu- that such appeals had not been issued throwing furniture and trying to smash government as well,” the vice-chancellor cially secular but Hindu-majority India. dents) were requested by me not to ask for victims of past deadly floods else- ceiling fans with wooden sticks, footage told the NDTV network. “They (the attack- Northern Jammu and Kashmir is India’s for rent for a couple of months until the where in India, including in Uttarakhand aired on national television showed. ers) said they were from the Vishwa only Muslim-majority state where many situation is over,” Kaul said. The mob last year, the Press Trust of India news Jawaharlal Kaul said the attack Hindu Parishad and Bajrang Dal,” said residents oppose Indian rule and want stormed Kaul’s office, demanding an agency said. —AFP Typhoon hits Hainan after News in brief shutting down Hong Kong Thousands flee, flights grounded

BEIJING: A powerful typhoon slammed a tent since Rammasun destroyed his Hainan and the mainland across the 30 was lowered to a number-three strong into southern China yesterday, swamping house, as saying. “It is only half a month kilometer Qiongzhou Strait were suspend- wind signal, allowing the stock market to ships, grounding flights and forcing thou- away from the harvest,” he added. ed, it said. The China Meteorological reopen. sands-many of them still recovering from a Gao, from Hainan’s Wengtian Township, Administration had an “orange” alert in The storm had crossed the southern tip previous storm-to leave home. Typhoon badly injured his leg in the previous place, the second-most severe in the of Guangdong province and was over the Kalmaegi made landfall on the east coast of typhoon, the report said. Images of the nation’s four-tier weather warning system. Beibu Gulf and heading for northern Hainan island packing winds of 144 kilome- havoc caused by Kalmaegi showed scores An earlier statement, which carried the Vietnam, the Observatory’s website ters an hour, the China Meteorological of downed trees, urban streets flooded in most severe “red” alert, said that up to 400 showed yesterday afternoon. Authorities in Administration said. More than 20,000 resi- knee-deep water and torrential rain. More centimeters of rain was expected in some Hong Kong city were hauling away debris SAMUT PRAKAN: Photo shows crocodiles in and out- dents have been resettled in 24 camps in than 170 flights on Hainan were cancelled coastal areas. and clearing a backlog of hundreds of side a pond at the farm where a woman committed Hainan since Monday, state media said, fol- as of 9am yesterday, while 4,300 fishing delayed or cancelled flights. Television suicide in Samut Prakan, outside Bangkok. —AFP lowing earlier reports which said 90,000 boats in one county were called back, Hong Kong buffeted news footage showed uprooted trees, people were evacuated. Xinhua said, following reports late Monday Kalmaegi hit China after sweeping past overturned bus stop signs and damaged Woman perishes after a Kalmaegi follows Typhoon Rammasun in that 30,000 vessels had returned to harbor. Hong Kong, where it disrupted flights and bamboo construction scaffolding that had leap into crocodile pond July, the strongest storm to hit China in Rescuers in a helicopter plucked 12 forced the closure of the stock market and been torn down by the strong winds. four decades, which killed 62 and left Chinese sailors from a sinking cargo vessel container port. It buffeted the city with Typhoon Kalmaegi swept out of the BANGKOK: A 65-year-old Thai woman has committed sui- swathes of devastation in the south of the as the storm approached the Chinese gusts of up to 159 kilometers (98 miles) per Philippines on Monday after causing chest- cide by leaping into a pond of crocodiles at a farm popular country. Survivors of Rammasun told state coast, Xinhua said. hour as it barrelled west, injuring some 29 deep floods in some rural areas but leaving with tourists on Bangkok’s outskirts, police said yesterday. news agency Xinhua that while Kalmaegi But no casualties had been reported people, felling scores of trees and causing the storm-prone country largely unscathed. The incident occurred during opening hours at the farm appears weaker, they still feared for their from the typhoon as of noon, the news floods and a landslide. The Hong Kong Six people were killed after a passenger fer- which doubles as a zoo and draws visitors who can feed livelihoods. “Our new house has yet to be agency added. Local governments in China Observatory hoisted a number-eight ry sank in the central Philippines on the deadly reptiles from a walkway. The woman jumped on completed and we suffer again,” Xinhua were told to prepare for “disaster-relief cyclone warning late Monday, triggering Saturday amid rough weather as the storm Friday from a resting point on the walkway into the middle quoted Gao Yuanfu, who has been living in operations”, while ferry services between the closure of schools and businesses. It approached, the navy said. —AFP of pond-which contains hundreds of adult crocodiles, Preecha Iam-nui of Samut Prakan police said. “Her sister said the victim was suffering from stress and depression,” Preecha added. The farm is an hour outside Bangkok. 31 militants killed Excitement, tension as Fiji Safety rules are often lax at Thai tourist attractions, which include tiger and crocodile farms. The Samut Prakan farm PESHAWAR: Pakistan’s military said yesterday it killed 31 mili- fences are just a few feet high to allow visitors-including tants in air strikes and ground clashes along its restive border returns to democracy children-to feed the reptiles. Trainers also perform with the with Afghanistan, as three soldiers also died in the fighting. The creatures, lying on top of them or thrusting their heads and arms into the reptiles’ open jaws. air strikes took place in the Tirah Valley of the Khyber tribal dis- SUVA: There was a mood of optimism trict, “killing 20 terrorists and destroying three of their hideouts tinged with apprehension at Suva’s and two ammunition dumps”, according to a statement. A eerily quiet central market yesterday security official said that jet fighters bombed the Tordara Koki ahead of the first election for eight Holy smoke: Cocaine Khel area of the Khyber district, where the Taleban and another years in Fiji - a South Pacific island found in Vatican car banned militant group, Lashkar-e-Islam, have taken refuge. nation with a history of coups. As a LYON: The Vatican was left red-faced yesterday after Militants launched a separate cross-border attack at a mili- handful of customers wandered the tary post in the North Waziristan tribal district, officials said. it emerged that a car bearing its diplomatic plates aisles, almost outnumbered by porters had been stopped in France with four kilograms of The army in June began a major offensive in North Waziristan scurrying past with handcarts full of aimed at clearing the area of Taleban and other insurgent cocaine on board. The car-which also contained 200 fruit, vegetables and spices, stallholder grams (seven ounces) of cannabis-belonged to 91- groups. A statement said troops repulsed the early morning Rakesh Kumar said people were hun- year-old Argentinean cardinal Jorge Mejia, emeritus attack at the Dandi Kuch post in the Spinwam area of the dis- kering down to await the outcome. trict. “11 terrorists were killed and one apprehended. The dead “The election’s been bad for business,” librarian at the Holy See, who retired in 2003 and bodies of three terrorists are with security forces,” it said, he told AFP. “Normally this would be who is currently bedridden. Pope Francis, a fellow adding three paramilitary troops were also killed. very busy but people are scared to Argentinean, visited Mejia, who was confined to a Pakistan and Afghanistan frequently accuse each other of come into town because they don’t hospital in Rome after a heart attack, just two days supporting cross-border attacks by militants. The death tolls know what’s going to happen.” after being elected. French radio reported that the and identities of those killed could not be independently veri- Despite the impact on his bottom cardinal’s private secretary entrusted the vehicle to fied. Residents have said many civilians have died in air strikes. line, Kumar is an enthusiastic supporter two Italian men to take it for its annual check-up. The Pakistan’s army says it has killed more than a thousand mili- of Fiji’s return to democracy after eight two men promptly drove to Spain to buy the drugs, tants and lost 86 soldiers since the start of the operation, years of authoritarian rule under for- SUVA: Fijian President Epeli Nailatikau (center) attends a national thinking that they would be protected by the diplo- though the numbers cannot be independently verified as mer military leader Voreqe thanksgiving service for the release of the 45 Fijian peacekeepers matic plates, according to RTL radio-a scenario not journalists do not have regular access to the combat zone. Bainimarama, who is a leading candi- kidnapped by Al-Qaeda linked Syrian rebels on the Golan Heights yet confirmed by legal sources. The pair were picked date in today’s poll. “Progress,” Kumar last month, at the ANZ Stadium in the capital Suva yesterday. —AFP up on Sunday at a toll station near Chambery in the Angry Pakistani passengers declared when asked what the election In another development, angry Pakistani airline passengers democracy, Fijians remain nervous ing a coup in 2000. Bainimarama has French Alps on their way back. Neither of the men would achieve. “We have to vote, it’s has a Vatican diplomatic passport so the Vatican is have forced two lawmakers off a plane for delaying its depar- our right now. The people have to about discussing matters relating to vowed that will not happen, drafting in ture by almost two hours, sparking a passionate debate about the election. Kartik and Kumar were extra police and pledging “we will do not directly implicated, French legal sources said. The make a change.” Fiji’s ballot is seen as Vatican confirmed that the car had been stopped in the country’s so-called ‘VIP culture’ after footage was posted pivotal to ending the country’s “coup the only people among more than a everything required to keep the peace”. online. The Monday night Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) dozen canvassed by AFP who were “Suva will not be allowed to burn as it France with the drugs on board but stressed that no culture”, which saw four governments staff were involved in the incident. flight from Karachi to the capital Islamabad was delayed by a toppled between 1987 and 2006, willing to speak on the record, even on did in 2000 in one of the most disgrace- technical fault for 90 minutes, and by a further 25 minutes as it largely due to tensions between apparently non-controversial matters. ful episodes in our nation’s history,” waited for two politicians including the former interior minis- indigenous Fijians and ethnic Indians. More typical was the response from an Bainimarama said last week. “You can ter to arrive, a government official said. Senior government The Indians, descendents of labor- indigenous Fijian fruit seller, whose be sure of it because we will make sure 150-car pile-up kills and military figures in Pakistan enjoy a host of lavish privileges, ers the British brought over to work in broad smile dissolved when asked if he of it.” two in Netherlands from plots of land to heavy police escorts that disrupt traffic. sugar plantations during the colonial was looking forward to voting for the Bainimarama has also promised to They are often able to keep flights that are ready to depart first time in eight years. “No politics abide by the results of the ballot, even THE HAGUE: Two people died yesterday when around era, comprise about 40 percent of the 150 vehicles smashed into each other in pile-ups waiting on the tarmac for their arrival. 900,000 population and have equal thank you. Finished now,” was the if he does not win. It is a pledge one of caused by heavy fog on a busy Dutch highway during But irate passengers on the PIA plane decided to take mat- voting rights for the first time in this polite but firm reply before he the shoppers at the market yesterday, a ters into their own hands this time-aiming a string of invective election. Stallholder Devnil Kartik returned to expertly slicing and dicing University of the South Pacific academ- rush hour, rescue officials said. At least 26 people were toward Ramesh Kumar Vankwani, a minority Hindu member bursts with pride when he talks about pineapples with a small machete. ic who asked not to be identified, said injured. The accidents happened shortly after 8:00 am of the ruling PML-N party, and later at the country’s former casting a vote for the first time in his the leader could find challenging. “If he (0600 GMT) on the busy A58 highway between the interior minister Rehman Malik. In one of the videos life, saying Fiji will benefit from a ‘Suva will not burn’ becomes prime minister he’s going to southern cities of Goes and Middelburg about 150 kilo- (http://goo.gl/Y7tVqX), apparently shot on mobile phone, the smooth transition to democracy. When guaranteed anonymity, locals have a noisy, vocal opposition regard- meters southwest of Amsterdam. “Two people died in passengers can be seen waiting at the door of the plane for “People are very passionate about it expressed two main fears-that the poll less of what happens,” he said. “Is he the crash,” Zeeland police spokeswoman Esther Boot Malik. As he walks down the jetway, a man shouts: “Malik (voting),” he said. “If we have an elec- could descend into violence or that going to put up with that? We’ll have said. “Twenty-six others were injured, among them sev- saheb (Sir) you should go back. You should apologize to these tion with no trouble then more people Bainimarama may not accept defeat. A to wait and see. He’s a military man. In eral seriously,” she added. The crashes, which happened passengers. You should be ashamed of yourself! “150 passen- will come for tourism and the economy Suva-based student said he and his the military you don’t question the on both sides of the highway “were due to heavy fog”, gers have been put out because of you.” Another man can be will go good.” friends were stockpiling food and sup- commanding officer, in parliament, provincial safety spokesman Hans Hubregtse said. heard saying: “We’ve taken it for 68 years. Are we going to take Yet for a country supposedly on the plies in case trouble flared, citing riot- that’s exactly what you’re supposed to Hubregtse said 50 ambulances have been sent to the it another 68?” referring to the country’s age. — Agencies brink of ushering in a new era of ing that broke out in the capital follow- do.”—AFP scene at Heinkenszand, about eight kilometers outside Goes. The most seriously injured were taken to hospital in Rotterdam, while others were treated locally, officials Fighter jets land on highway in ‘China attack’ war games said. Witness Inge Geldof told the NOS public broad- caster she “suddenly saw a wall of mist” before being CHIAYI CITY: Taiwan displayed how its fighter jets and early able to brake just in time to avoid the accident. warning aircraft could land, refuel and take off on a closed motorway yesterday, in a scenario simulating a Chinese attack that wiped out the island’s air force bases. The exercise-the Sinai bomb kills 6 first of its kind since 2011 - was a reminder of lingering Egypt policemen Chinese hostilities towards the island despite warming ties between the two rivals. “The scenario of the drill was that CAIRO: A bomb hit an Egyptian security force con- the air bases were severely damaged after intensive bomb- voy in the Sinai Peninsula yesterday, killing six ings of ballistic and cruise missiles by the Chinese commu- policemen in the restive region where jihadists nists,” Major General Hung Kuang-min told reporters. Three launch regular attacks. Two policemen were also jet fighters-an F-16, a Mirage 2000-5 and a home-made wounded in the attack on the road between North Indigenous Defense Fighter-practiced landing on a freeway Sinai provincial capital El-Arish and the town of in southern Chiayi County, where they refueled and loaded Rafah on the Gaza border, the interior ministry said. missiles and other ammunition before taking off again. “An explosive device went off near one of the APCs Yesterday’s maneuvers were the first to feature an E-2K, a (armored personnel carriers) of a joint police and US-made early warning aircraft. Around 1,200 soldiers were army security convoy on the road between El-Arish mobilized for the drill, part of war games codenamed “Han and Rafah, killing six policemen including an officer Kuang 30” which are designed to evaluate the island’s ability to and wounding two others,” the ministry said in a defend itself against a Chinese invasion. Ties between Taiwan statement. It said security forces had cordoned off and China have improved markedly since 2008 after Ma Ying- the area and an investigation was being carried out. jeou of the China-friendly Kuomintang party came to power The attack has not been claimed but the Sinai on a platform of increasing tourism and trade links. He was re- Peninsula is a hotbed of jihadist groups who regu- elected in 2012. But China still refuses to renounce its use of larly attack security forces in retaliation for a gov- force against Taiwan should the island declare formal inde- pendence. Taiwan and China split in 1949 at the end of a civil CHIAYI: A US-made E-2K air early warning 2000 aircraft takes off from a highway in southern Chiayi ernment crackdown against Islamist supporters of war in 1949.—AFP county during the annual Han Kuang drill yesterday. —AFP ousted president Mohamed Morsi. NEWS WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2014 Obama ‘mulling combat role’ for US troops in Iraq

WASHINGTON: President Barack Obama will consider way to support the Iraqi operation without sending in a sending US military advisers into combat in Iraq on a “JTAC,” a joint terminal tactical air controller, who directs “case by case basis,” the American military’s top-ranking bombing raids from the ground. officer told senators yesterday. General Martin Dempsey, Dempsey’s comments cast doubt on the White the chairman of the US Joint Chiefs of Staff, said future House’s insistence that there would no combat role for battles in Iraq could require American troops to join US troops in Iraq. Obama has approved the deployment combat missions with Baghdad government forces to of about 1,600 troops to Iraq to secure the US embassy help direct American warplanes. and advise the Iraqi government army. Dempsey indicated he had discussed the possibility Meanwhile, the top US Republican said yesterday he with the US president, who has so far emphatically ruled backed President Barack Obama’s “sound” plan to arm out sending any ground troops into combat. “He and train vetted Syrian rebels for battling extremists and (Obama) told me to come back to him on a case by case called on Congress to authorize the action. “Frankly I basis,” the four-star general said. General Lloyd Austin, think the president’s request is a sound one,” House head of US Central Command, which oversees the air war Speaker John Boehner told reporters after convening a in Iraq and American forces in the Middle East, agreed caucus meeting to convince members to approve the with Dempsey on the potential need for US tactical air issue in a crucial vote expected today. controllers to take part in combat missions, he said. “There’s no reason for us not to do what the president When Iraqi and Kurdish forces recently planned to asked us to do,” he added. But he reiterated a common retake Mosul dam from the Islamic State group, Austin theme emerging among Republican conservatives that favored deploying forward air controllers into battle to there was “a lot more” Washington could do to battle the ensure the accuracy of US air strikes, according to Islamic State (IS) group rampaging across parts of Iraq Dempsey. But he said commanders eventually found a and Syria. — AFP Qaeda groups urge jihadists to unite KABUL: An Afghan man carries a wounded man at the site of a suicide attack in Kabul yesterday. A large blast ripped through central Kabul yesterday, shaking buildings and setting off the siren alert at the US DUBAI: Powerful Al-Qaeda branches in Yemen and North the growing coalition. Africa called yesterday for jihadists in Iraq and Syria to unite “Make the unity of the infidel nations against you a rea- embassy as emergency vehicles raced through the streets to assess the damage. — AFP against the common threat from a US-led coalition. An son for your unity against them,” it said, accusing unprecedented joint statement from Al-Qaeda in the Washington of “leading a Crusader campaign against Islam Arabian Peninsula and Al-Qaeda in the Islamic Maghreb and all Muslims.” Taleban bomber kills 3 urged their “brothers” in Iraq and Syria to “stop killing each “Stop the infighting between you and stand as one other and unite against the American campaign and its evil against America’s campaign,” it added. Last week, US coalition that threatens us all.” Secretary of State John Kerry was given commitments from AQAP and AQIM also called on the people of 10 Arab Bahrain, Egypt, Jordan, Iraq, Kuwait, Lebanon, Oman, Qatar, NATO soldiers in Kabul countries that have joined the coalition against the Islamic Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates to join the fight State group to prevent their governments from acting against IS. against IS. And it promised “dark days” to the “alliance of infi- “We call upon our people in... all the nations of this Satanic 2 Americans, one polish among slain in blast delity and evil”. Al-Qaeda’s leadership under Ayman Al- alliance... to stand before the face of their agent governments Zawahiri, the Egypt-born successor to group founder Osama and prevent them-by all legitimate means-from going to war KABUL: A Taleban suicide bomber rammed an explo- American terrorists,” said Taliban spokesman bin Laden, has disavowed IS, which has seized swathes of against Islam under the excuse of fighting terrorism,” the sives-laden car into a NATO convoy in Kabul yesterday, Abdulqahar Balkhi. Iraq and Syria. And it has its own branch, the Al-Nusra Front, statement said. It also urged Syrian rebels to keep up their triggering a massive blast that killed two Americans and fighting in Syria. fight against President Bashar Al-Assad, warning them to one Polish soldier as well as wounding at least 13 civil- Emboldened Taleban But the joint statement, released on two jihadist Twitter “beware of being tricked by America... and thus being divert- ians. NATO troops gave first-aid to bloodstained com- Afghanistan is stuck in a political stalemate over elec- accounts, called for differences to be set aside in the face of ed from your path” and becoming its “pawns”. — AFP rades beside the wrecked remains of a military vehicle tion results, with the two presidential candidates in that was thrown to the side of the road, while city resi- talks to resolve the prolonged dispute about who won dents carried injured Afghans to hospital. The attack the June 14 vote to replace President Hamid Karzai. Assembly panel begins debating five-year... was mounted during morning rush-hour traffic outside Ashraf Ghani and Abdullah Abdullah have been wran- the Supreme Court and near the heavily-fortified US gling over a power-sharing deal after the vote was Continued from Page 1 will have negative impact on the patient’s psychologi- embassy, on a route used by NATO convoys every day. engulfed in allegations of fraud that have threatened to cal, medical and social status. A defense official in Washington confirmed two spark instability as NATO troops pull out. Lari said that improving the living standards of citi- Oteibi said the decision will not be accepted and Americans had died but did not specify if they were sol- Ghani, who is widely tipped to emerge as the new zens through proper utilization of fiscal surpluses urged the government to withdraw it. He also advised diers or civilians, while an army spokesman in Warsaw president, won the run-off election according to prelim- formed over the past years must also be a priority. the government to improve the health services in the said one Polish soldier had been killed. inary results, but Abdullah has consistently said he was The lawmaker said that the plan envisages the country before taking decisions that undermine treat- One of the first people on the scene was Sayed the victim of state-backed ballot-rigging. spending of KD 6 billion every year during the plan on ment abroad. Mustafa Saadat, 27, captain of the Afghan national rug- The standoff is clouding hopes that the US-led mili- development projects for a total of KD 30 billion. The government sends thousands of Kuwaiti by team, who was returning from an early morning tary and civilian aid effort since the fall of the Taliban He said the committee requested a number of patients for treatment abroad every year at a staggering training session. regime in 2001 would leave Afghanistan as a democrat- amendments to the plan before it starts debating its cost of several hundred million dinars. Several other “I rushed to help survivors. I picked up a local man ic country. With the government paralyzed for months, substance after Eid Al-Adha holidays such as removing MPs also called on the government to reconsider its who had a broken leg and was badly burnt,” he said. “I it has also emboldened the Taleban insurgents, weak- laws that had been approved and amending housing decision. carried him all the way to the hospital, running. It took ened the fragile economy and put future international figures. about 10 minutes, but I don’t know if he survived.” Kabul military and aid support at risk. Kabul has been regular- Layoff decision police spokesman Hashmat Stanakzai said at least 13 ly hit by complex Taleban attacks on the airport, luxury Treatment abroad A number of MPs also criticized a decision by a local civilians were wounded and 17 cars were damaged by hotels, restaurants and foreign compounds, though In another development, a large number of MPs yes- telecom company to dismiss over 160 employees, ini- the suicide car bomb that shook buildings and sent a there has a relative lull in recent months. terday criticized a government decision to cut spending tially thought to be all citizens. But Ooredoo telecom, plume of smoke high above the city. The NATO force has In August four civilians were killed in a similar attack for sending Kuwaiti patients for treatment abroad. The previously Wataniya, explained in a statement yesterday now 41,000 troops in Afghanistan, with about 29,000 on a NATO convoy in the city. No soldiers died in that Council of Ministers on Monday decided to cut the that it had undergone restructuring and as a result, 165 from the US and just 300 from Poland. blast, which wounded at least 35 bystanders. Separately amount to KD 75 daily for the patient, KD 50 daily for employees were laid off, 60 of them only were Kuwaitis. All NATO combat soldiers will withdraw by December the International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) said the first companion and just the air ticket for the a sec- The company said that all the employees were given after 13 years of fighting the Taleban, with a follow-on one coalition soldier was shot dead on Monday by a ond companion. their due financial rights and Kuwaitis were paid addi- mission of about 12,000 troops likely to stay on into man wearing an Afghan National Army uniform. So- MP Fares Al-Oteibi called on the government to tional financial benefits. But a number of MPs said the 2015 on training and support duties. The Taleban quick- called “insider attacks” have undermined relations revise its decision to cut allocations for patients because government must take action against the company ly claimed responsibility for the attack via a recognized between foreign soldiers and the Afghan military, which the decision is unacceptable and will only increase the because it is a Kuwaiti firm responsible for providing Twitter account. “(A) powerful explosion destroyed 1 is being trained to take on the Taliban alone after suffering of patients. The lawmaker said the decision jobs to citizens. military vehicle, killing/wounding a number of NATO’s exit. — AFP WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2014 ANALYSIS

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evastated by the decades of industrial decline, many living in the run-down DGlasgow district of Drumchapel see Scottish independence as a last chance to revive its fortunes, but even here the “No” camp has support- ers. “For most people in Drumchapel it’s a very, very hard life,” said “Yes” voter Leah Hazard, a mid- wife with the National Health Service (NHS). “I don’t really see how this is going to change if things stay like they are. There is a general culture of hopeless- ness.” How far is Putin prepared to go? “The Drum”, as it is known to locals, is one of the most deprived areas in the United Kingdom, suffer- By Alix Rijckaert, Michel Viatteau analysts said Russia is already carving out quered actually be administered under tions, with an estimated loss of 27 per- ing from rampant unemployment, poverty, crime, a mini-state which would allow it to keep Russian control, or will it be subject to an cent of gross domestic product (GDP). substance abuse and a life-expectancy of 68.9 for ussia could go even further in up the pressure on Kiev, as it has done in endless partisan war?” Researchers from Around 0ne million people live in the men, “lower than Baghdad”, according to British Ukraine with the “frozen conflict” Georgia, where Moscow backed two sep- the Warsaw-based Polish Institute of region in question. The gloomiest sce- media reports. “This is meant to be the main shop- Rstrategy it has tried and tested in aratist republics in the conflict there in International Affairs expect Ukraine’s pro- nario involves a complete partition of the ping centre, look how run down it is, deeply other countries, and may even end up 2008, and in Transdniestr, the Moldovan Russian rebels to mount a new offensive country with 100,000 Russian troops con- degenerated,” sighed Malcolm Balfour, a local annexing around half of Ukrainian territo- region where the Kremlin has also backed against government forces this winter trolling the industrial east. “All of these Scottish National Party (SNP) councilor. ry, analysts say. separatists. and have been war-gaming the most are realistic. It depends on the The unemployment rate in Glasgow is around Kiev has accused Russian President NATO chief Anders Fogh Rasmussen likely scenarios. timescales,” Giles Keir of the Chatham 10 percent. In places like Drumchapel, it is more Vladimir Putin of trying to “take the entire said Monday that the “long-term ambi- The most probable outcome, they say, House think-tank in London said. than double. And for those who do work many are Ukraine”, a scenario that several experts tion of Russia is to establish a zone of is Russian intervention in late October to The Royal United Services Institute, a in casual labor or tied to “zero-hours contracts”, can picture, believing that the Kremlin is influence in its near neighborhood” and ensure a land corridor 300 kilometers British military think-tank, has long which offer no guaranteed salary. “Unemployment set on a military solution. Prime Minister stop bordering countries from joining long and 50 kilometers wide (180 miles warned of similar scenarios, saying that is 20 something percent, because that includes Arseniy Yatsenyuk said Saturday that alliances such as the EU or NATO. And long by 30 miles wide) to guarantee ener- Russia’s huge arms industry depends on people who can’t work because of health condi- Putin’s aim was not just to annex the sep- some analysts believe Putin-who has tak- gy and food supplies for Russian-annexed Ukraine for 30 percent of its essential tions or disabilities,” said Kenny Macdonald, man- aratist regions of Donetsk and Lugansk en to using the tsarist-era term Crimea. components, particularly for aircraft and ager of the Drumchapel Foodbank, a dispensary but to eliminate Ukraine as an independ- Novorossiya, or New Russia, to describe A second scenario that is “30 percent missiles, which might tempt Moscow to located at the top of a small hill. ent country. parts of Ukraine-has ambitions that go likely” is that Russia could proclaim the intervene. Keir said Putin held the advan- On the door of the office, a poster warns of an Western countries accuse Russia of much further still. creation of “Novorossiya” in the southern tage because of his “strategic patience”- having sent more than 1,000 soldiers to “How far Russia will go in southern half of Ukraine, supported by 50,000 to largely because Western democracies “urgent need” for milk, coffee, canned spaghetti fight in Ukraine alongside pro-Kremlin Ukraine depends mainly on calculations 70,000 Russian soldiers, and linking must worry more about domestic political and baby diapers. “The reaction of the community rebels, a charge which Moscow denies. in the Kremlin: How many casualties are Moldova’s Transdniestr to Crimea, they cycles. “Russia does things while people is amazing, there is a tremendous amount of good- Since a ceasefire between Kiev and the acceptable? How much damage to rela- say. are looking away,” for example the inva- will,” said Macdonald, although his operation has rebels on September 5, a swathe of terri- tions with the West can be sustained?” The Ukranian economy would be dev- sion of Georgia during the 2008 Beijing lacked vital supplies for several weeks. With tory on the Russian border, from Lugansk said Ulrich Speck, a visiting scholar at the astated by any such move, which would Olympics, he said. schools and their free canteens closed over July to the Sea of Azov, remains outside Carnegie Europe think-tank in Brussels. cost the country seven seaports including “The initiative is entirely in their and August, summer can be a particularly hungry Ukrainian government control. Several “And can territory that has been con- Odessa as well as two nuclear power sta- hands.” —AFP time for some neighborhood children. “It has been an issue for many years in certain areas of Glasgow during holiday times,” the food bank manager said. Scottish expats remain bystanders in vote ‘Poor are getting Poorer’ Health worker Hazard also blamed budget cuts By James Pheby “Extend Scottish Independence “Within Scotland, and certainly He pointed out that many other me,” Craig Stephen, a Glasgow for worsening the situation of her patients. “I’ve Referendum vote to all Scottish for Scottish nationalists, there will Britons in the rest of the UK also felt native working in Hong Kong’s seen how things have got much worse, we are so s with the big independence Citizens”. have been a fear that Scots living “they are having something done finance sector, said. understaffed and people keep having babies,” she decision itself, the issue of “It is only because you’re scared outside Scotland were less likely to to them over which they have no said. “It’s getting dangerous for mothers and Awhether Scottish citizens liv- that you won’t get your way in the vote for independence,” he said. The control”. But others accepted that ‘Yes’ camp ‘more vocal’ researcher added that many expats living outside Scotland precluded Graham Wallace, a Scottish-born babies... with the budget we are given and I can ing outside their homeland should referendum, Alex (Salmond) and be allowed to vote on the country’s co,” added another. London School “feel extremely aggravated” that them from voting. teacher at an international school in see the pressure we have because of the budget future is the source of fevered of Economics researcher Tony foreign nationals currently residing “Obviously, I am a patriotic Italy, said: “I’m somewhat frustrated restrictions from Westminster.” She is pinning her debate. An estimated 1.15 million Travers also suggested that the in Scotland-some for only a matter Scotsman and I would like to vote about not being able to vote. “But hopes for a brighter future on a victory for the “Yes” Scots will be watching from the terms of the referendum may have of weeks-will have more of a say but I don’t live there, I don’t con- there’s such a diaspora of Scots camp in tomorrow’s independence referendum, a sidelines tomorrow when the coun- been decided on tactical grounds. than them on Scotland’s future. tribute and it is not going to affect around the world that it would be sentiment that resonates across Drumchapel. try decides whether or not to break almost impossible to determine “The poor are just getting poorer and the rich away from the United Kingdom- who does and doesn’t have the are getting richer,” said irate local Linda Weather. including many high-profile cam- right to vote.” “All the money goes to Westminster. They give paigners such as James Bond actor In Paris, Colin Shepherd, land- themselves an 11 percent pay rise, for goodness Sean Connery, a pro-independence lord of the Pure Malt Scottish pub said: “I think it’s very fair”. sake, and we are starving to death.... That’s just not champion. While many accept the terms of “I’ve lived away from Scotland right.” And warnings from the “No” camp and big the referendum agreed by London for 12 or 13 years now and I think business of banks relocating and rising prices and Edinburgh which only allows it’s quite correct that people who cause little anxiety in “The Drum”. “One in three current residents of Scotland to currently live in Scotland are the children grows up in poverty here,” said Zeyn vote, others are furious that they people that have the vote.” Mohammed, an unemployed 22-year-old. “They try will have no say on Scotland’s Shepherd revealed he would sup- to scare us that shops like John Lewis would put future, with some declaring their port independence, but across the their prices up, nobody here cares about prices exclusion illegal. In March, London- globe, expat opinion is divided. going up at John Lewis or Waitrose, they are not based solicitor Aidan O’Neill sent Margaret Frost, chairwoman of The here anyway.” He added: “The only banks we care Scottish First Minister Alex Salmond Scottish American Society, which brings together expats and about closing here are food banks.” and British Prime Minister David Cameron legal opinion arguing that Americans of Scottish descent, said Yet the pro-union camp can still count on sup- the terms violated Scottish expats’ it was “50-50” within the group. port in Drumchapel. Mark McMille, 30, said he right to freedom of movement “Those who are for it are more would be voting “No” for independence. Alluding under European law. vocal,” she explained. “The mem- to the immigration issue, he said: “This country is The challenge was backed by bers that we have from the overrun by different nationalities, I’m British and I former Scotland rugby player Highlands and the outer isles are can’t get a job”. Scottish First Minister Alex Kenny Logan and national football more for it.” Salmond and chief independence campaigner manager Alex McLeish. But the As examples of Scotland’s deep has announced plans to welcome immigrants to Scottish government dismissed it, influence on US history, Frost cited an independent Scotland. “It’s already hard saying the agreement between the Scottish heritage of various London and Edinburgh “has put the presidents, the presence of the of enough to get a job,” McMille said. — AFP referendum beyond effective legal the Scottish saltire on the challenge”. Confederate flag and the piece of Some of the Scottish diaspora in Armstrong tartan carried by Neil the European Union-which guaran- Armstrong during his lunar mission. All articles appearing on these tees free movement of citizens-are She said the debate had remained concerned that they may become good natured. “If independence pages are the personal opinion of illegal immigrants if the EU blocks does go through, I suspect some the writers. Kuwait Times takes no moves for it to become a member will want to celebrate and we will responsibility for views expressed in the event of a “Yes” victory. probably celebrate with them,” she therein. Kuwait Times invites read- explained. Expats feel ‘aggravated’ “There doesn’t tend to be the ers to voice their opinions. Please With all legal avenues blocked, animosity there appears to be in send submissions via email to: opin- angry expats have taken to social Scotland.” But for many expats, pas- [email protected] or via snail media to voice their frustration. “As sions still run high. “Any a true born Scot and at present liv- Scotsperson who doesn’t vote ‘Yes’, mail to PO Box 1301 Safat, Kuwait. ing outside Scotland I have been shame on them,” said Wallace. “If The editor reserves the right to edit denied a vote on the future of the votes turns out to be a ‘No’, I am any submission as necessary. HOME,” wrote one poster on the EDINBURGH: Pro-Union ‘No’ supporters pose for a picture during a rally in Edinburgh yester- no longer Scottish, I would be Facebook page of campaign group day ahead of the referendum on Scotland’s independence. —AFP ashamed.” —AFP p15_Layout 1 9/16/14 8:14 PM Page 1

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Van Basten swaps jobs Relief for Indian boxers Afridi returns as captain AMSTERDAM: Marco van Basten stepped down as coach of AZ Alkmaar MUMBAI: The governing body of amateur boxing (AIBA) has given recog- KARACHI: Experienced all-rounder Shahid Afridi was named captain of yesterday, saying he could no longer cope with the stress, but will stay at nition to a newly-elected national federation in India, paving the way for Pakistan’s Twenty20 side yesterday, three years after he was removed from the the Dutch club after swapping jobs with his assistant Alex Pastoor. The club fighters to compete under their national flag at the Asian Games which post due to disciplinary issues. had announced on Monday that the former European Footballer of the Year starts this week. The Indian Amateur Boxing Federation was suspended in Mohammad Hafeez stepped down as T20 captain after the World Twenty20 was returning from a brief leave of absence. late 2012 for ‘possible manipulation’ in its elections and eventually termi- in Bangladesh this year where Pakistan failed to qualify for the semi-finals for But in a dramatic twist to the saga, the 49-year-old told a news confer- nated by AIBA in March this year. AIBA subsequently gave provisional the first time since the tournament’s inception in 2007. ence that stress, which led to heart palpitations, meant he could no longer approval to a new group called Boxing India which ignored bickering units The Pakistan Cricket Board said the 34-year-old Afridi’s appointment was work as head coach and would never again do so. and held fresh elections last week. “I would like first of all to congratulate for two years, till the World Twenty20 in 2016. The board also put an end to the “The stress I experienced as a head coach was much more than I would you and your new national federation on the recent elections of all the ongoing speculation on the future of Misbah-ul-Haq by confirming the 40- have liked,” he said, adding that he had suffered no physical dis- executive of Boxing India including you as its president,” AIBA chief Ching- year-old as the test and ODI captain till the 50-over World Cup next comfort over the past three weeks. Kuo Wu wrote in a letter to Boxing India president Sandeep Jajodia. year. “I consulted Cricket Committee and my Board members “It (the palpitations) has happened to me several times “I would like to emphasise the importance of managing Boxing India in before announcing these decisions. I wish both Afridi and over the last years. I thought I could overcome it and that the most transparent, fair, democratic manner and most importantly in the Misbah very good luck in their upcoming assignments,” PCB things would get better,” said the former Dutch international respect of all AIBA rules and regulations.” The AIBA also advised the new body chairman Shaharyar Khan told reporters. The PCB has, however, striker. to seek recognition from the Indian Olympic Association in the near future. deferred naming the squad for next month’s series against “I worked hard at recovery and followed the necessary The Indian boxers contributed nine medals, including two gold medals, at the Australia in the UAE. Afridi was ODI and T20 captain in 2010- courses of treatment. I wanted to keep going but last Asian Games in Guangzhou - their second highest in all disciplines. But 2011 and also led them in the last World Cup before he had a they kept coming back. There were two solu- leading boxer Vijender Singh will be unable to defend his Asian Games mid- fall out with head coach Waqar Younis, which led to tions: to do something else or to change the dleweight title after a hand injury ruled him out of the Incheon Games, which disciplinary issues and subsequently the flamboy- way I currently work.—Reuters kick off with the opening ceremony on Friday. —Reuters ant cricketer was sacked in May 2011.—Reuters Ericsson looking to the long run

OREBRO: Marcus Ericsson has had a tough in four and a half years of trying, were in debut season in Formula One, with his need of cash from their drivers even before Caterham team struggling on and off the the season started and that only increased track, but Sweden’s first grand prix driver in when Malaysian aviation entrepreneur 23 years believes he has a future in the Tony Fernandes sold the team in July. sport. The 24-year-old certainly has plenty Ericsson’s Japanese team mate Kamui of home fans hoping that will be the case. Kobayashi was dropped for the Belgian He was left in no doubt about that as he Grand Prix and faces an uncertain future at stopped off in the town of Orebro, where a a team that has also shed staff under a new statue commemorates the late local hero management determined to cut costs. The Ronnie Peterson, for an F1 demonstration aftershocks continued with Dutch principal through closed streets before heading to Christijan Albers, appointed only in July, Singapore for this weekend’s night race. resigning after the Italian Grand Prix eight Peterson, the hugely popular days ago. ‘SuperSwede’ who died as a result of Ericsson said he had no idea who would injuries sustained in a crash at the Italian partner him in Singapore, and that he paid Grand Prix in Monza in 1978, won 10 races little attention to the turbulence around and twice finished runner-up in the cham- the team. pionship. The last Swedish F1 racer before “To be honest, when you’re in the car Ericsson was Stefan Johansson, who made and preparing for race weekends you’re so 12 podium appearances without winning focused on that you don’t really think between 1983 and 1991. about it,” he said. Orebro is the beating heart of motor- “It’s not been something that has influ- sport in Sweden and Ericsson, who comes enced me but obviously now we have the from the town of Kumla some 20 km down new owners that have come in and they’ve the road, knows he is following some big been pushing really hard to continue names. “We’ve had so many great drivers developing the car, so that’s been very pos- from this area - Ronnie Petersson, Stig itive. I think we’re in a good trend.” Blomqvist in rallying and many more in The highlight of Ericsson’s season was touring cars and different classes,” he told 11th place in Monaco, equalling the team’s Reuters in an interview. “It’s been 23 years since the last Swede best ever result, but there have been plenty in Formula One, so for me to be the next F1 of tough weekends too. driver at all these races around the world “The debut season in F1 is obviously has been amazing,” added the driver who very tough but it’s been OK,” he said. “The started out karting locally as a nine-year- aim for me is to stay in Formula One for old. “There’s been so many Swedish fans at many years and that’s what we’re working the tracks, it’s been a great year so far in at doing at the moment.” that respect.” In other respects, less so for a The Swede smiled as he prepared to go driver whose sponsors played an important out and meet sponsors and fans, joking role in his landing the race seat. that one day he too could have a perma- nent monument in Orebro. “If you come ATLANTA: Christian Bethancourt No. 25 of the Atlanta Braves hits an RBI single in the ninth inning while catcher Wilson Ramos No. 40 of the CASH NEEDED back in 15 years, you’ll see my statue there!” Washington Nationals looks on during the game at Turner Field. —AFP Caterham, who have yet to score a point he said.—Reuters Braves suffer another defeat Character test for ATLANTA: Right-hander Stephen Strasburg card standings, fell to 76-73. by the Mariners’ Humberto Quintero and had to threw seven scoreless innings to help come out of the game. There was no initial Hong Kong cyclist Lee Washington to a win over the Atlanta Braves TIGERS 8, TWINS 6 diagnosis given. and reduce the Nationals’ magic number for Detroit Tigers right fielder Torii Hunter and HONG KONG: Hong Kong’s Olympic dar- Games, she underwent a long rehabilita- winning the National League East to two. The first baseman Miguel Cabrera hit back-to-back DIAMONDBACKS 6, GIANTS 2 ling Sarah Lee Wai-sze will have to draw on tion from a broken arm-an achievement Nationals (86-63) could clinch their second divi- home runs to lead off the top of the ninth, lead- Arizona first baseman Mark Trumbo hit a her trademark resourcefulness as she chas- which is held up as an example of Hong sion title in three years by beating Atlanta late ing the Tigers to a win over the Twins. grand slam and drove in five runs, and es double cycling gold at the Asian Games. Kong’s “can do” spirit. yesterday. Atlanta (75-75) have lost four succes- The Tigers had blown a 6-0 lead before the Diamondbacks left-hander Wade Miley beat the Popular Lee will be among the favorites Lee’s inner toughness contrasts with the sive games. homers. Cabrera finished with three hits and San Francisco Giants for third time this season. in Incheon but she is facing stiff competi- smiling, cheery exterior which has made Strasburg (12-11) allowed five hits, did not Hunter had two as Detroit kept their 1-1/2 game First baseman Joaquin Arias had three hits tion from China’s Zhong Tianshi and Lin her “Hong Kong’s poster girl”, according to walk a batter and struck out seven. He also lead in the American League Central. Detroit and a run, and second baseman Joe Panik had Junhong in both the keirin and the sprint. Prentice. drove in a run with a single in the seventh. starter Max Scherzer (16-5) pitched seven two hits and a run for the Giants (82-68). San Lee became a star in Hong Kong when “Failing to defend her time trial was a Atlanta starter Ervin Santana (14-9) threw six innings and allowed four runs in a no-decision. Francisco trail the Los Angeles Dodgers in the she won keirin bronze at the 2012 setback-but that event is not on the Games solid innings, allowing two runs on three hits National League West by four games with 12 to Olympics, the territory’s first cycling medal programme in Incheon, so it is not an issue,” and two walks, with six strikeouts. CUBS 1, REDS 0 play. The Giants lead the Pittsburgh Pirates by 2- at a Summer Games and only its third over- he said. First baseman Anthony Rizzo clubbed a 1/2 games and the Milwaukee Brewers by four all. Lee said she was confident for the ROYALS 4, WHITE SOX 3 walk-off solo home run in the ninth inning to games in the race for the two NL wild-card spots. She followed that up by becoming Games after training on a 333m track in Kansas City rallied for two runs in the ninth lead the Chicago Cubs to a victory over the 500m time-trial world champion in 2013, Yangyang, South Korea, which differs from inning to come back from a 3-0 deficit and Cincinnati Reds. The homer was Rizzo’s 31st of DODGERS 11, ROCKIES 3 adding to her Asian Games gold medal in the standard 250m but mimics Incheon’s keep pace in their division race. The Royals (82- the season and came in his first game back The Los Angeles Dodgers broke the game the event from 2010. But the 27-year-old open-air velodrome. “I think we have done 67) scored runs in the seventh and eighth after a nearly three-week absence with back open with an eight-run sixth inning to rout has not been in scintillating form and she the best possible preparation and this will innings to pull within 3-2, then beat Chicago tightness. Colorado. Adrian Gonzalez drove in three runs, finished just sixth in her time-trial world benefit us,” she told the Post. reliever Jake Petricka in the ninth where they giving him the National League lead with 106 title defence earlier this year. “Even our major rivals China cannot tied the score on a wild pitch and won on ASTROS 3, INDIANS 1 RBIs, one more than injured Miami slugger South China Morning Post sports editor enjoy the same training conditions as they Lorenzo Cain’s infield single. Norichika Aoki Collin McHugh did not issue a walk for the Giancarlo Stanton. Right fielder Matt Kemp hit Noel Prentice said Lee was under pressure, only train on their own 333m track in went 4-for-4 for the Royals who stayed 1-1/2 fourth consecutive start and Jose Altuve a two-run homer while shortstop Hanley but that she is strong enough to come up Qinhuangdao and the structures are a bit games behind first-place Detroit in the recorded three hits in the Houston Astros’ win Ramirez and pinch-hitter Jacob Turner each with a response. different. American League Central. over the Cleveland Indians. McHugh (10-9) had two RBIs, and third baseman Juan Uribe “Like any major event, Sarah faces some “But we are not taking things for grant- pitched into the seventh inning before taking a had three of the Dodgers’ 15 hits. tough competition in her quest for gold in ed. The build-up has been hard as I have ORIOLES 5, BLUE JAYS 2 line drive off his left wrist and being replaced. both events, especially from China’s Zhong put a great deal of effort in improving my Ryan Flaherty hit a two-run homer and PADRES 1, PHILLIES 0 Tianshi and Lin Junhong,” said Prentice. 200 metres and hopefully I can achieve a Nelson Cruz and Adam Jones each drove in a ANGELS 8, MARINERS 1 Andrew Cashner threw the third shutout of “Both mainlanders have beaten Lee major breakthrough in the Games.” run as the Baltimore Orioles clinched at least a The Los Angeles Angels beat Seattle but saw his career as the San Diego Padres defeated the recently, but Lee now has the experience to Head coach Shen Jinkang said the tie for the American League East title with a vic- injuries to two key players. Albert Pujols hit a Philadelphia Phillies. Cashner (4-7) allowed two deal with pressure and high expectations.” Asian Games were also an important part tory over the Toronto Blue Jays. three-run double in the third inning but he hits and a walk while striking out seven. Lee is no stranger to adversity, after of Lee’s preparations for the 2016 The victory reduced Baltimore’s magic num- limped off clutching his hamstring that was lat- The winning pitcher also had a hand in the growing up in Hong Kong’s gritty Ngau Tau Olympics in Rio de Janeiro. “A victory here ber to one over the Jays (77-72). One more win er diagnosed as cramp and not a strain. His sta- game’s lone run. Padres catcher Rene Rivera Kok area and also overcoming anaemia will definitely bolster Lee’s confidence on for the Orioles (90-60) would clinch their first tus will be re-evaluated late yesterday. doubled in the second inning and scored when which made her dizzy after sports. her preparation leading to the 2016 division title in 17 years. Angels’ pitcher Matt Shoemaker, who took a Phillies third baseman Cody Asche failed to Before winning at the 2010 Asian Olympics,” he said. —AFP Baltimore starter Wei-Yin Chen (16-4) strug- shutout into the eighth inning appeared to field Cashner’s sharp two-out grounder for an gled through a 26-pitch first inning in which he injure himself on a ground ball up the middle error. —Reuters gave up a run, but he still lasted 5-2/3 innings. MLB results/standings MARLINS 6, METS 5 Rookie right-hander Jacob deGrom tied a Baltimore 5, Toronto 2; Washington 4, Atlanta 2; Miami 6, NY Mets 5; Tampa Bay 1, NY Yankees 0; Chicago Cubs 1, modern record by striking out the first eight Cincinnati 0; Kansas City 4, Chicago White Sox 3; Detroit 8, Minnesota 6; Houston 3, Cleveland 1; LA Dodgers 11, batters he faced but didn’t factor into the deci- Colorado 3; Arizona 6, San Francisco 2; LA Angels 8, Seattle 1; San Diego 1, Philadelphia 0. sion after the New York Mets blew a pair of two- American League National League run leads in a loss to the Miami Marlins. The Eastern Division Eastern Division Marlins scored three runs in each of the sev- W L PCT GB Washington 86 63 .577 - enth and eighth innings. Baltimore 90 60 .600 - Atlanta 75 75 .500 11.5 Toronto 77 72 .517 12.5 Miami 73 76 .490 13 RAYS 1, YANKEES 0 NY Yankees 76 73 .510 13.5 NY Mets 72 79 .477 15 Ben Zobrist’s RBI single to right field off Tampa Bay 73 78 .483 17.5 Philadelphia 69 81 .460 17.5 reliever Shawn Kelley broke up a scoreless Boston 66 84 .440 24 Central Division pitcher’s duel in the bottom of the ninth inning Central Division St. Louis 83 67 .553 - as the Tampa Bay Rays walked off with a win Detroit 84 66 .560 - Pittsburgh 79 70 .530 3.5 Kansas City 82 67 .550 1.5 over the New York Yankees. Rays starter Alex Milwaukee 78 72 .520 5 Cleveland 76 73 .510 7.5 Colome shut down the Yankees for 6-2/3 Cincinnati 71 80 .470 12.5 Chicago White Sox 68 82 .453 16 Chicago Cubs 66 84 .440 17 innings, and relievers Steve Geltz, Jeff Beliveau Minnesota 63 87 .420 21 Western Division and Kirby Yates got the Rays to the ninth Western Division LA Dodgers 86 64 .573 - inning. LA Angels 94 56 .627 - Joel Peralta pitched a scoreless frame, set- Oakland 83 66 .557 10.5 San Francisco 82 68 .547 4 ting up the Rays’ walk-off rally. The Yankees, Seattle 80 69 .537 13.5 San Diego 69 80 .463 16.5 who entered the game five games behind the Houston 67 83 .447 27 Arizona 62 88 .413 24 Kansas City Royals in the American League wild Texas 57 92 .383 36.5 Colorado 59 91 .393 27 Sarah Lee Wai-sze p16_Layout 1 9/16/14 8:54 PM Page 1

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2014 SPORTS New England shirt features Victoria Cross design

LONDON: The design of the Victoria of the honour of playing international 1918 during the First World War. enhancing ball control and retention,” a the vast majority of their international Cross-the highest military honor avail- sport. National teams usually require Rugby Football Union spokesman told opponents. able to British and Commonwealth The former schoolmaster created the International Rugby Board approval to Britain’s Press Association Sport. “The Nevertheless they are set to wear armed services personnel-has been Arthur Harrison award, given after every display political or religious symbols or grip shape takes inspiration from the their red change kit against Samoa at incorporated into the new England rug- match by the coaching staff to the statements on team kit. Victoria Cross.” Twickenham on November 22 even by union team shirts unveiled Monday. England player responsible for the best However, it is understood the Victoria Meanwhile the traditional Red Rose though the Pacific Islanders usually turn England coach Stuart Lancaster has defensive performance. Cross-inspired grip areas across the emblem has been moved to the centre out in blue shirts. sought to utilise both the country’s rug- Harrison is England’s only rugby inter- chest of the new England shirt do not from the corner of the shirt for the first The new kits may only last one sea- by history and a series of outside speak- national to be awarded the Victoria need IRB authorisation. time. son though, with fresh strips set to be ers to help instil a sense of national pride Cross, bestowed posthumously after he “The new shirts have a ‘ball-deaden- England’s traditional white shirt usu- launched in time for the 2015 World Cup in his squad by making them fully aware lost his life in the Zeebrugge raid of April ing’ rubber grip area on the chest, ally means they avoid a colour clash with in England.—AFP Whitelock, Kaino set to return for All Blacks WELLINGTON: Four injured All Blacks and Jeremy Thrush-with the injured headed by Jerome Kaino and Sam Patrick Tuipolutu and Dominic Bird to Whitelock are set to return for their last return to the game by first playing two Rugby Championship matches away provincial rugby in New Zealand. to Argentina and South Africa. Harris gets his chance to play his first Liam Messam and Ryan Crotty also All Blacks Test with incumbent starting came out of the infirmary to be in the 30- hooker Dane Coles to return home after man squad named Tuesday, while there the Argentina Test for the birth of his is one newcomer in hooker Nathan child. If the All Blacks beat Argentina it Harris. will give them the Championship title for With Ma’a Nonu out for the rest of the the third successive year. year, after breaking an arm in the 14-10 Forwards: Dane Coles, Nathan Harris, win over South Africa last weekend, Keven Mealamu, Wyatt Crockett, Charlie Malakai Fekitoa is likely to start at inside Faumuina, Ben Franks, Owen Franks, Joe centre against Argentina. Moody, Brodie Retallick, Jeremy Thrush, Crotty, who coach Steve Hansen had Sam Whitelock, Sam Cane, Jerome Kaino, indicated was the likely first choice to Steven Luatua, Richie McCaw, Liam replace Nonu, is still recovering from a Messam, Kieran Read cheek fracture and will not join the Backs: Tawera Kerr-Barlow, TJ squad until the Springboks Test on Perenara, Aaron Smith, Aaron Cruden, October 4. Beauden Barrett, Colin Slade, Ryan Fekitoa has limited experience in the Crotty, Conrad Smith, Malakai Fekitoa, number 12 jersey, but Hansen has ruled Israel Dagg, Cory Jane, Charles Piutau, out starting Ben Smith in the role even Julian Savea, Ben Smith. The All Blacks though he covered for Nonu last week- play Argentina in La Plata on September end. The squad contains only three spe- 27 and South Africa in Johannesburg on cialist locks-Whitelock, Brodie Retallick October 4. —AFP

NFL results/standings

AMERICAN FOOTBALL CONFERENCE AFC EAST NATIONAL FOOTBALL CONFERENCE W L T OTL PF PA PCT NFC EAST Buffalo 2 0 0 0 52 30 1.000 Philadelphia 2 0 0 0 64 44 1.000 Miami 1 1 0 0 43 49 .500 Dallas 1 1 0 0 43 38 .500 JAPAN: Switzerland’s Martina Hingis (right) hits a return alongside Belinda Bencic (left) during their first round women’s doubles match against NY Jets 1 1 0 0 43 45 .500 Washington 1 1 0 0 47 27 .500 Rika Fujiwara of Japan and Hsieh Shu-ying of Taiwan at the Pan Pacific Open tennistournament. —AFP New England1 1 0 0 50 40 .500 NY Giants 0 2 0 0 28 60 0 AFC NORTH NFC NORTH Cincinnati 2 0 0 0 47 26 1.000 Chicago 1 1 0 1 48 43 .500 Baltimore 1 1 0 0 42 29 .500 Minnesota 1 1 0 0 41 36 .500 Radwanska off the mark in Pittsburgh 1 1 0 0 36 53 .500 Detroit 1 1 0 0 42 38 .500 Cleveland 1 1 0 0 53 54 .500 Green Bay 1 1 0 0 47 60 .500 AFC SOUTH NFC SOUTH Houston 2 0 0 0 47 20 1.000 Carolina 2 0 0 0 44 21 1.000 Korea Open title defence Tennessee 1 1 0 0 36 36 .500 Atlanta 1 1 0 0 47 58 .500 Indianapolis 0 2 0 0 51 61 0 New Orleans 0 2 0 1 58 63 0 SEOUL: Top seed Agnieszka Radwanska Hingis, 33, and 17-year-old Bencic, who strengths and weaknesses are and how to Jacksonville 0 2 0 0 27 75 0 Tampa Bay 0 2 0 0 31 39 0 AFC WEST NFC WEST hammered Polona Hercog yesterday as she reached the US Open quarter-finals two win matches,” Hingis said of the first set. Denver 2 0 0 0 55 41 1.000 Arizona 2 0 0 0 43 31 1.000 set out on a quest to successfully defend a weeks ago, combined to oust Rika Fujiwara “I think we got better throughout the San Diego 1 1 0 0 47 39 .500 Seattle 1 1 0 0 57 46 .500 title for the first time at the WTA Korea Open. of Japan and Taiwan’s Hsieh Shu-Ying 6-4, 6-2 match today. We’re really proud of that. We Oakland 0 2 0 0 28 49 0 San Francisco1 1 0 0 48 45 .500 The Polish world number five, returning to in the first round. have now next steps to take.” Bencic said, “In Kansas City 0 2 0 0 27 50 0 St. Louis 1 1 0 0 25 51 .500 action after her US Open second-round The all-Swiss pairing was announced as a the beginning I didn’t play that good. Then I defeat to China’s Peng Shuai, won 6-3, 6-3 to wild card only last week after Hingis’s usual came more into the match and Martina was get her title defence off the mark. partner Flavia Pennetta of Italy pulled out of helping me good.” Former Seoul champion Maria Kirilenko, the $1 million tournament with a right-foot “There was no reason to be really nerv- Eagles soar over Colts playing on a wildcard after missing three injury. With Pennetta, Hingis reached the US ous,” said Bencic, who has known Hingis months of the season with a knee injury, Open final but her bid for a 10th major dou- since she was only four years old. There were INDIANAPOLIS: The Philadelphia Eagles Sproles. Indianapolis responded with a beat Croatia’s Donna Vekic 3-6, 6-2, 6-4 to bles title was denied by the Russian pairing moments of great doubles play by the Swiss. rallied for a second successive week to seven-yard touchdown pass from reach round two. of Ekaterina Makarova and Elena Vesnina. Leading 5-4 in the first set, Hingis’s back- record a 30-27 victory with a Cody Andrew Luck to Ahmad Bradshaw and “It was a tough time after my injury last Hingis, whose mother Melanie Molitor has hand drop shot from the net hit cross court Parkey field goal as time expired to beat appeared ready for victory before Luck year. I haven’t played much this year and trained Bencic for 10 years along with the at set point after Bencic served. On Hingis’s the Indianapolis Colts on Monday. threw an interception deep in after Wimbledon it got worse so I couldn’t youngster’s father Ivan, said she was com- service, Bencic’s sharp passing shot landed The Eagles trailed 20-6 in the third Philadelphia territory. play much of the summer either,” said the mitted to play with Pennetta at least until inside a corner to put the team ahead 5-1 in quarter and were down 27-20 late in the That allowed Foles to lead another Russian. the end of this year. But a regular pairing the second set. fourth before Parkey’s 36-yard field goal march downfield and connect with “I really missed playing and I’m happy I with Bencic may be possible in the future. In the singles first round, sixth-seeded as time expired. Jeremy Maclin on a six-yard touchdown could win this match today, because it was “We’ll see. Maybe in the future there will Dominika Cibulkova of Slovakia beat Philadelphia enjoyed a similar fight- that tied the game 27-27 with three and my first long match so far this year,” added be other opportunities for us to do this and Belgian Kirsten Flipkens 6-1, 6-3 and back last week when they overcame a a half minutes to go. Kirilenko, who lifted the trophy in 2008. that will be great,” Hingis said. eighth-seeded Carla Suarez of Spain out- 17-point halftime deficit to beat The Colts were unable to score on In Tokyo, former world number one The second-round opponents for the lasted Japan’s Kurumi Nara 6-1, 2-6, 6-2. The Jacksonville. “We don’t want to put our- their next possession and the Eagles Martina Hingis and rising star Belinda Bencic Swiss duo will be either the top-seeded pair top four seeds, including world number selves in that situation every week, but if then advanced 42 yards to set up the made their debut as a dream doubles team of Zimbabwe’s Cara Black and Indian Sania eight Angelique Kerber of Germany and that’s what it comes down to we have to winning field goal. for Switzerland yesterday, winning their first Mirza or unseeded Casey Dellacqua of eighth-ranked and US Open finalist execute and win games,” Eagles quarter- Indianapolis have fallen to 0-2 for the match together at the Pan Pacific Open. Australia and American Lisa Raymond. “We Caroline Wozniacki of Denmark, took a bye back Nick Foles told reporters. first time since the 2011 season. Luck Four-time Grand Slam singles champion had to figure out each other and what our into the second round. —AFP “To go through adversity like this says tossed three touchdowns and the Colts something about our team.” Foles threw ran for 169 yards but it was the for 331 yards and a touchdown on turnovers that hurt them in the end. Monday to mastermind their second- “The turnovers were killers in the sec- Stosur stumbles in Guangzhou half fightback. ond half,” said Colts coach Chuck Foles led an 80-yard drive that saw Pagano. “You’ve got to finish games, put GUANGZHOU: Four of the LeSean McCoy score from one yard out people away.” top five seeds including and pull the Eagles within 20-13 in the Philadelphia, meanwhile, got a huge number one pick Samantha third. Philadelphia tied the game 20-20 spark from their own running back duo. Stosur crashed out of the less than two minutes later after recov- McCoy finished with 79 yards rushing $500,000 WTA Guangzhou ering an Indianapolis fumble and get- while Sproles caught seven balls for 152 Open in the first round yes- ting a 19-yard scoring run by Darren yards.—Reuters terday, as the former US Open champion’s poor run of form continued. Australian Stosur lost to home wildcard entry Wang Yafan 2-6, 6-2, 6-2, making seven double faults in a two-hour, three minute match. On a day of shocks fourth seed Bojana Jovanovski of Serbia lost to Romanian Monica Niculescu 6-2, 6-2, while Zarina Diyas of Kazakhstan, seeded five, crashed out to Hong Kong’s Zhang Ling 6- 4, 6-1. Third seed Sloane Stephens of the US lost 6-3, 4-6, 6-4 to Spain’s Silvia Soler-Espinosa in the day’s last match. Stosur won the US Open in 2011, a season which saw her climb to number four in the rank- ings. But she is now at 20 after failing to get past the semi-finals of any of the 18 tournament she has competed in so far Cody Parkey this year. —AFP Samantha Stosur p17 2_Layout 1 9/16/14 10:23 PM Page 1

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2014 SPORTS

QPR expulsion threat looms Photo of the day LONDON: Losing 4-0 to Manchester United who cost 14 million pounds, was instru- was bad enough for Queens Park Rangers mental in sending Rangers to a third defeat but if the worst comes to the worst they in four matches since their promotion. could find themselves playing at minor clubs like Southport, Forest Green Rovers UNITED DEBT or Dover Athletic next year. At one point, United were saddled with Instead of having to deal with British more than 700 million pounds in debt record signing Angel Di Maria in front of although the figure has now come down to 75,000 people at Old Trafford in the Premier 342 million pounds according to the finan- League, QPR could be playing in front of a cial figures published last week. few hundred fans on tiny grounds in foot- To counteract that, United have signed a ball’s backwaters. $559 million deal with General Motors to That is the ultimate sanction facing wear the company’s Chevrolet insignia on Harry Redknapp’s west London team if they their shirts for the next seven seasons. are relegated back to the Football League Although United’s profits will fall over and fail to pay a potential 40 million-pound the next 12 months as a result of missing ($64.9 million) fine for being deep in the out on European soccer in the season red last season. ahead, improved TV and sponsorship deals The club’s majority shareholder, airline helped United report revenue of 433 mil- boss Tony Fernandes who is worth an esti- lion pounds in the year to the end of June, mated 500 million pounds, has said he will and core profit of 130 million pounds, both challenge any fine imposed by the Football record figures. So as far as the FFP rules League under its Financial Fair Play rules brought in by UEFA over the last three and even refuse to pay it. But if Rangers so years, United are in good financial health go down - and on the evidence of their dis- and although they have debts they do not play at United that looks a distinct possibili- make a loss, even if they are missing out on ty - the Football League will at the very European competition for the first time in least take a long hard look at their financial more than two decades. situation and take action. But although QPR have Fernandes as The warning to Rangers was issued last the majority shareholder, and the Mittal week by Shaun Harvey, the Football family, worth an estimated 14 billion League’s chief executive, responsible for pounds by Forbes magazine, owning a the 72 clubs in the three divisions below third of the club, QPR face potential trou- the Premier League. He told delegates at ble. Their perceived “crime” was to lose an the Soccerex Global Convention in eye-popping 65.4 million pounds in a Manchester that if Rangers were to be rele- doomed attempt to stay in the Premier gated and refuse to pay the fine, which League in the 2012-13 season, before could be as high as 40 million if their finan- spending a similar amount last season in Brian Grubb performs on one of the original locks of the Erie Canal in Lockport, New York, USA .—www.redbull.com cial figures show the losses expected from trying to gain immediate promotion back. their 2013-14 promotion season, Rangers Although QPR have not yet been found will be expelled from the competition. guilty, the threat from Harvey was plain, That would leave them playing in the although he did say he hoped “a resolution” fifth tier Conference at best, but there was would be found when QPR return to the Chanderpaul thwarts a real irony about Rangers opponents Football League. being Manchester United in their first “Theoretically QPR could face expulsion, match following Harvey’s announcement. but I hope there would be a resolution long For United, since being taken over by before that option would even have to be Bangladesh once again the Glazer family in 2005, have been bur- considered,” he said. “But it remains a possi- dened with hundreds of millions of pounds bility. “The one thing for certain is that GROS-ISLET: Shivnarine Chanderpaul’s phe- of debt - yet being one of the greatest most of the clubs in the Premier League nomenal run of form against Bangladesh contin- sporting brands in the world have more or will become a Football League club again.” ued with the veteran West Indies batsman less carried on regardless. Once all the legal jargon is disposed of, unbeaten on 63 in guiding his team to 208 for On Sunday they fielded new talent that the FFP rules essentially break down into four, an overall lead of 427, at stumps on the cost them around 157 million pounds in two simple concepts: top clubs must live third day of the second and final Test at the the transfer window, including Di Maria within their means and pay their bills. QPR Beausejour Stadium on Monday. who joined for 59.7 million pounds from certainly have the means to do that and After captain Denesh Ramdin declined to Real Madrid. while Fernandes is unlikely to ultimately enforce the follow-on despite a first innings lead He tormented Rangers on his Old baulk at paying the fine, the club face a far of 219 when the tourists were dismissed for 161 Trafford debut, scoring the first goal and tougher challenge if he ever decides to test in the morning session, the home side slipped to along with fellow newcomer Daley Blind, the Football League’s resolve. —Reuters 100 for four before an unbroken fifth-wicket stand of 108 between Chanderpaul and Jermaine Blackwood (43 not out) killed off any North Korean thrash Vietnam prospect Bangladesh had of precipitating a com- plete batting collapse. INCHEON: Midfielder Kim Yun-Mi scored Korean fans who wave North Korean flags Chanderpaul, now in his 21st year as an inter- twice in the first 10 minutes yesterday as at Asian Games events-a breach of strict national cricketer, has yet to be dismissed in this North Korea’s women footballers thrashed security laws-could face possible arrest. series and has totalled 645 runs - with just one Vietnam 5-0 to lay down an early marker at Officials had already removed all nation- dismissal in his last seven Test innings against the Asian Games. al flags from venue neighborhoods after Bangladesh, including the current effort, dating A day after their men’s team beat China anti-Pyongyang activists protested about back to the 2012 series on the Indian sub-conti- 3-0, North Korea dominated their opening having the North Korean emblem flying nent. group clash with 26 shots against just three among them. This was his 66th half-century in Tests, and for Vietnam. Kim scored in the fifth and Some 273 North Koreans are making the having been left unbeaten on 85 and 84 in his 10th minutes before Kim Un-Ju and Ri Yeg- rare trip across the sensitive and heavily two previous innings in the series, the 40-year- Yong made it 4-0 at half-time. Jong Yu-Ri militarised border with gold medals likely old left-hander would appear to have consider- got the fifth against flagging Vietnam with to please their sports-loving leader Kim able time on his side to get the 37 runs required six minutes to go. The game was yester- Jong-Un. South and North Korea technical- for a 30th Test century going into the fourth day GROS ISLET: West Indies batsman Shivnarine Chanderpaul connects off a delivery from day’s only action at the Asian Games in ly remain at war because the 1950-53 of the scheduled five-day match. Fast bowler Bangladesh bowler Taijul Islam as wicket keeper Mushfiqir Rahim closes in on day three of the Incheon, South Korea, which will formally Korean conflict was concluded with a Kemar Roach failed to add to his five-wicket tally second and final Test. —AFP start with an opening ceremony on Friday. ceasefire rather than a peace treaty. from the previous afternoon and it was left to spinner Sulieman Benn, who claimed the last 45, West Indies were in need of some stability. put the West Indies in complete command by North Korea’s presence has been one of The North’s participation in the Asian Chanderpaul and Blackwood provided it to the end of the day.—AfP the main talking points in the build-up to Games was only confirmed after months of two wickets, to ensure that the West Indies had a the 15-day tournament involving about tortuous, heated negotiations that coincid- huge advantage at the start of their second 10,000 athletes. ed with a spike in military tension on the innings. Yesterday, organisers warned that South peninsula. —AFP Only Mahmudullah offered any significant SCOREBOARD resistance, the all-rounder being ninth out for GROS-ISLET: Scoreboard at close of play on the third day of the second Test between the West Indies and 53, his second consecutive half-century and Bangladesh at the Beausejour Stadium on Monday: fourth score of over 50 in Tests against the West Indies. He was supported by Shafiul Islam in a West Indies 1st Innings - 380 Bowling: J. Taylor 19-5-41-2 (2nb), K. Roach 20-5-42-5, S. 45-run eighth-wicket partnership that held up Bangladesh 1st Innings (overnight - 104 for 7) Gabriel 15-1-49-1 (1w), S. Benn 8.3-2-19-2. Tamim Iqbal c Ramdin b Roach 48 the home side’s progress for an hour until the Shamsur Rahman c Ramdin b Roach 1 West Indies 2nd Innings tailender edged a delivery from fast bowler Anamul Haque c Bravo b Roach 9 K. Brathwaite c Shamsur Rahman b Mahmudullah 45 Shannon Gabriel to Ramdin, one of five catches Mominul Haque c Blackwood b Taylor 3 L. Johnson b Taijul Islam 41 in the innings for the wicketkeeper. Mushfiqur Rahim b Taylor 4 K. Edwards c Shamsur Rahman b Shafiul Islam 2 Building on that substantial platform, Kraigg Mahmudullah c Ramdin b Benn 53 D. Bravo b Mahmudullah 7 Brathwaite and Leon Johnson put on 76 for the Nasir Hossain c Ramdin b Roach 1 S. Chanderpaul not out 63 first wicket before the debutant was bowled Taijul Islam c Gabriel b Roach 12 J. Blackwood not out 43 driving at left-arm spinner Taijul Islam for 41. Shafiul Islam c Ramdin b Gabriel 10 Extras (lb-5, w-2) 7 Having put on 143 in the first innings, they had Robiul Islam lbw Benn 0 Total (67 overs, 4 wickets) 208 Al-Amin Hossain not out 7 Fall of wickets: 1-76 (Johnson), 2-81 (Edwards), 3-97 come within 24 runs of being the first West Extras(lb-10, w-1, nb-2) 13 (Bravo), 4-100 (Brathwaite). Indies opening pair ever to compile century Total (62.3 overs, all out) 161 To bat: D. Ramdin (captain), K. Roach, J. Taylor, S. Benn, stands in both innings of a Test. Fall of wickets: 1-14 (Shamsur Rahman), 2-43 (Anamul S. Gabriel. Kirk Edwards and Darren Bravo fell cheaply Haque), 3-62 (Tamim Iqbal), 4-65 (Mominul Haque), 5- Bowling: Taijul Islam 27-5-76-1, Al-Amin Hossain 4-0-18- and when Mahmudullah claimed his second 68 (Mushfiqur Rahim), 6-69 (Nasir Hossain), 7-89 (Taijul 0, Robiul Islam 11-3-34-0 (2w), Shafiul Islam 10-1-21-1, wicket by having Brathwaite caught at slip for Islam), 8-134 (Shafiul Islam), 9-154 (Mahmudullah). Mahmudullah 11-2-37-2, Mominul Haque 4-0-17-0. Pakistan welcomes WCup trophy visit

LAHORE: Pakistan welcomed the World Cup tro- said. “That event was held in Australia and New Moin Khan, a member of Pakistan’s 1992 phy as it arrived in the country on a global tour Zealand and this time too the event will be held World Cup winning team, voiced the excitement INCHEON: North Korea’s So Kyong-Jin (right) vies for the ball with China’s Xie Pengfei yesterday, with skipper Misbah-ul Haq vowing to in these two countries.” felt among fans at the trophy’s arrival in the (center) during the first round of the men’s football match between North Korea and win it for the isolated nation and its terror-hit Pakistan will play its opening match against country. “People are very happy at the trophy’s China during day -4 of the 17th Asian Games. —AFP people. title holders India in Adelaide on February 15. visit,” said Khan. “We can replicate the win of The International Cricket Council (ICC) sent After visiting 12 countries over four months, the 1992 as we have a good team and with this tro- the most coveted trophy in the game on tour to trophy will arrive in Melbourne on November 6 phy’s visit a huge interest will develop in our Wanderers aim for new spark interest ahead of the tournament, which in time to mark 100 days until the tournament. people and they will pray for our victory.” —AFP will be staged in Australia and New Zealand giant-killing act in Seoul from February 14 to March 29, 2015. The trophy, which has also visited Sri Lanka, Clarke out of Pakistan ODI SINGAPORE: Western Sydney Wanderers retain the title. India, Bangladesh and Afghanistan since starting are looking to continue their fairytale run in However, after winning 1-0 at home in its journey in July, was unveiled by Misbah and SYDNEY: Australia captain Michael Clarke was “Importantly, the scans have demonstrated their maiden AFC Champions League cam- the first leg, they held on for a 2-1 defeat in Pakistan team manager Moin Khan. yesterday ruled out of next month’s one-day tendon damage-which complicates the recov- paign after stunning Chinese giants and China to take the tie on away goals and Misbah said he wants to win the Cup for series against Pakistan with a “significant” ery from this injury. “As such, he will not recov- defending champions Guangzhou become only the second Australian club Pakistan cricket fans. “I want to win the Cup for hamstring injury that is worse than first er in time to be available for the ODI series in Evergrande in the quarter-finals. after Adelaide United in 2008 to reach the my people next year,” said Misbah. “I am sure my thought. the United Arab Emirates. “We hope he will be The Australian side, formed just two last four of Asia’s Champions League. team will give happiness to my people who have The 33-year-old, who has a catalogue of available for the Test series, but this will be years ago, travel to last year’s runners-up Three players who picked up bookings not seen any international cricket at home for back and hamstring trouble, was forced to determined at a date closer to the first Test.” FC Seoul for the first leg of their semi-final in China will miss the first leg against FC years now.” retire hurt in a one-dayer against Zimbabwe The three-game one-day series against today. Seoul. Star striker Tomi Juric will sit out, Pakistan have been left isolated at the world in Harare on August 31 and returned home Pakistan starts on October 7 with the first of Wanderers have been the surprise pack- along with Shannon Cole and Brendan level since terrorist attacks on the Sri Lankan from the tour early. two Tests not until October 22. On his early age of this year’s tournament, beating for- Santalab. team bus in Lahore in March 2009. The attacks, Scans have since revealed tendon damage return to Australia from Zimbabwe, Clarke was mer Asian champions Ulsan Hyundai of Wanderers’ face an FC Seoul side hungry which killed eight people and left seven visiting in the affected area and he will have to sit out adamant that his ongoing hamstring and South Korea and Japanese champions for success after they lost on away goals to players injured, suspended all cricket in Pakistan. the team’s final one-day tour before hosting back problems would not result in a prema- Sanfrecce Hiroshima en route to the quar- Guangzhou in last year’s final but they will A month later the ICC banned Pakistan from the World Cup next year, Cricket Australia ture end to his one-day career. ter-final against Guangzhou. be without three players who miss because hosting any 2011 World Cup matches, forcing physiotherapist Alex Kountouris said. “Since “It’s hard for me to look any further down Despite their progress, Western Sydney of suspension. the country to play all its international cricket on returning to Australia, Michael has had a the track than where I am today but I love the were not expected to get past the star- Star striker Tomi Juric misses the first leg neutral United Arab Emirates venues. series of investigations that have confirmed a game as much as I ever have and the last studded Chinese side who were rated along with Shannon Cole and Brendan Misbah recalled Pakistan’s only World Cup tri- significant hamstring injury,” Kountouris said thing I am thinking about is retiring,” he said strong favorites to become the first team Santalab after they were booked in the umph in 1992. “I still remember those golden in a statement. then.—AFP since Al Ittihad of Saudi Arabia in 2005 to quarter-finals.—AFP moments when Pakistan won the World Cup,” he WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2014 SPORTS Chelsea eye new Hazard deal LONDON: Chelsea are confident that his team’s opening Champions League Belgium midfielder Eden Hazard will com- group game at home to Schalke 04. mit his long-term future to the Premier “He’s a player we want to keep. It’s true League club by signing a new contract, Chelsea is trying to have an agreement for manager Jose Mourinho said yesterday. a new contract. It will be a question of time. Hazard, who was Chelsea’s top scorer It will end with a new contract. “He wants with 14 league goals last season, has estab- to commit to us and we want to commit to lished himself as an talismanic playmaker him for the future.” Hazard expressed his since his arrival from French club Lille in happiness at the club last week, explaining 2012. The 23-year-old has three years that new signings Diego Costa, who has remaining on his current deal at Stamford scored seven goals in four games, and Bridge, but the Chelsea boss said the club Spain midfielder Cesc Fabregas will help and player were keen to extend his stay. him play with greater freedom and less “We have big hopes that he will go from pressure. Chelsea are top of the league hav- a top player to reach higher levels,” ing taken a maximum 12 points from their Mourinho told a news conference ahead of opening four games. —Reuters Chelsea, Costa set to heap more misery on Schalke

LONDON: The good news for Schalke 04’s adapt to London,” the Brazil-born naturalised defenders as they prepare to face Chelsea in Spain international said. their opening Champions League Group G “To have an old team mate (Filipe Luis) match today is that striker Diego Costa is here is very important. Ramires, Willian, Oscar, nursing a slight hamstring injury. Cesc Fabregas and Cesar Azpilicueta have all The bad news is that even without being helped me a lot. I am very happy.” fully fit he has scored seven goals in his open- Fabregas, who joined Chelsea from ing four matches for his new club since his Barcelona in the summer, has also made an 32.0 million pounds ($52.03 million) transfer excellent start at Stamford Bridge, with assists from Atletico Madrid. Schalke will have plenty in every game he has played so far. to fear if, as expected, he plays against them SPAIN: Barcelona’s Brazilian defender Adriano Correia takes part in a training session at the Sports Center Barcelona Joan Gamper in Sant Joan at Stamford Bridge. SCHALKE CRISIS Despi on the eve of the UEFA Champions League football match against Apoel. —AFP Those goals, which included a hat-trick in While Chelsea are on the crest of a wave, Chelsea’s 4-2 win over previously unbeaten Schalke, who finished third in the Budesliga Swansea City on Saturday, have helped pre- last season, are in a crisis. The royal blues Messi-Neymar connection serve Chelsea’s perfect start to the season, in were crushed 4-1 by Borussia contrast to winless Schalke’s start in the Moenchengladbach on Saturday and are two Bundesliga. off the bottom with just one point and a goal Chelsea are top of the Premier League difference of minus four. That point came clicking before APOEL game with a maximum 12 points while Schalke are from a 1-1 draw with champions Bayern languishing near the foot of the German table Munich. MADRID: One of the most disappointing Madrid. Barca spent heavily in the transfer win- joined from Arsenal in the close season, has with one point from their first three matches. Schalke, who also lost 2-1 to third-tier aspects of Barcelona’s failure to win major silver- dow, bringing in Uruguay forward Luis Suarez, been suffering with a hamstring strain. They know what to expect from Chelsea, Dynamo Dresden in the opening round of the ware last season was the lack of on-field chem- who is banned until the end of October, Croatia There was no word on the availability of cen- too, after losing to them 3-0 both home and German Cup a month ago, sought more con- istry between Lionel Messi and Neymar. midfielder Ivan Rakitic and France centre back tre back Javier Mascherano, who came off at away in last season’s Champions League sistency this season after last season’s roller- Four-times World Player of the Year Messi and Jeremy Mathieu. After a positive start, when the halftime on Saturday after taking a boot to the group stage, and on current early season coaster ride. Brazil forward Neymar had injury troubles dur- defensive weakness that wrecked last season head. form Chelsea look capable of beating them But coach Jens Keller has yet to get the ing 2013-14 but when they were fit, Barca fans, appeared to have been ironed out, hopes are APOEL, competing in the group stage for the again by at least that margin. most out of a talented squad, with Kevin- expecting the emergence of a lethal partnership high the club can challenge for silverware again. third time, reached the quarter-finals on their After another impressive performance on Prince Boateng sluggish in midfield and scoring entertaining goals at will, were largely “Each year our goal is to get to the last Champions League appearance in 2011-12. Saturday, Costa, the first player since 1992 to attacking midfielder Julian Draxler and Dutch disappointed. (Champions League) final and going out to They have never played Barca and face a score in his first four Premier League games, international striker Klaas-Jan Huntelaar play- On the evidence of Saturday’s 2-0 La Liga win Atletico last season was a shame,” forward Pedro daunting task at the Nou Camp, where the said despite his great start he had not yet set- ing below par. at home to Athletic Bilbao, however, this season told a news conference on Monday. Catalan giants have lost only one of their last 27 tled down to life in London, but was settling Keller’s cause has not been helped by a may be a different story. “We have a lot of desire and excitement home games in Europe’s elite club competition. in well at the club. thigh injury to defender Felipe Santana, while Neymar came off the bench for the final half about winning this title,” added the Spain inter- “Barca are a team who are building up their “I have not yet been out in London, but I other injured squad players are also out and hour at the Nou Camp and netted a clinical dou- national. “The coach has told us to pressure very armory again but they have also managed to am trying to get to know it and bit by bit restricting his options.—Reuters ble from a pair of superb Messi assists to pre- high up the pitch, steal the ball and keep it our- maintain their base,” APOEL’s Spanish-Belgian serve Barca’s perfect start to the season with selves. “We have done that very well and barely goalkeeper Urko Pardo said in an interview pub- three wins in three matches and no goals con- conceded any chances, but there is still room for lished on Barca’s website (www.fcbarcelona.es) ceded. improvement.” on Monday. New coach Luis Enrique will be expecting “For the time being, it looks like it’s going more of the same when Barca host Cypriot side DAUNTING TASK very well for them,” added the 31-year-old, a APOEL in their Champions League Group F There was welcome news for Luis Enrique on graduate of Barca’s academy who briefly played opener today. the injury front on Monday as defenders Dani for their B team. “Obviously they are a great A former Barca and Spain midfielder who had Alves and new signing Thomas Vermaelen team and very difficult to beat. But we have stints in charge at clubs including AS Roma and trained with their team mates despite not receiv- experience in Europe and we are confident of Celta Vigo, Luis Enrique took over from Gerardo ing the formal all-clear from club medical staff. getting a good result.” Ajax Amsterdam host Martino with a brief to improve on last term’s Alves missed Saturday’s game against Bilbao Paris St Germain in today’s other Group F elimination in the quarter-finals by Atletico with a left knee problem, while Vermaelen, who game.—Reuters Bayern host familiar foes City MUNICH: For the fifth time in four years, European giants Bayern Munich and Manchester City will play each other in the Champions League group stages. The opening game in Group E today sees the German and English champions meet in Munich’s Allianz Arena, where City SURREY: Chelsea’s Portuguese manager Jose Mourinho (left) and Serbian defender came back from two goals down to win 3-2 Branislav Ivanovic (right) attend a press conference ahead of their UEFA Champions in their final group game last December. League, Group G football match against Schalke 04. —AFP While City went on to lose to Barcelona in the last 16, group winners Bayern were hammered 5-0 over two legs by eventual Roma looking for positive start winners Real Madrid in the semi-finals. Bayern sit joint top of the Bundesliga MILAN: Roma coach Rudi Garcia has Juan Iturbe, with only Gervinho making a after three matches but they have a embraced the club’s return to the late cameo appearance in the final 10 min- lengthy injury list going into their first Champions League just days ahead of wel- utes. Along with enforced absences and European match. Midfielders Bastian coming injury-hit CSKA Moscow to the injuries, Garcia is likely to field a reshuffled Schweinsteiger, Javi Martinez and Thiago Olympic Stadium for their Group E opener side to the one he deployed in Tuscany. against the Russian side. Italy international Daniele De Rossi is are all out with knee injuries and the Roma last featured in the competition in suspended, meaning Seydou Keita is set for Bavarians suffered another blow on the 2010/2011 campaign when they his full debut while attacking midfielder Saturday when Holger Badstuber limped reached the round of 16 and will be des- Kevin Strootman (knee) is still sidelined, as off with a thigh injury in the 2-0 win over MUNICH: Manchester City’s Chilean manager Manuel Pellegrini (center) oversees a training perate to make a positive start before later could be defender Leandro Castan (thigh). VfB Stuttgart. session on the eve of the first leg UEFA Champions League Group E football match against Bayern Munich. —AFP group fixtures with heavyweights But if Roma thought they had problems, Badstuber had recently returned from Manchester City and 2013 Champions they pale in comparison to those of CSKA 20 months out with a double cruciate liga- “I want to get my hands on the trophy League winners Bayern Munich. handler Leonid Slutsky. ment injury and in his absence new sign- again, whether it’s this season or in the Despite the apparent enormity of the CSKA, the 2005 UEFA Cup winners, are ing Mehdi Benatia could make his debut three years that follow,’ he told Kicker. Matches on TV task ahead, Garcia is enthused by the idea missing defender Georgi Schennikov, mid- today in the home defence. “With the squad we have at the moment, of his side, Serie A’s runners-up last season fielder Rasmus Elm and forward Vitinho (Local Timings) behind Juventus, returning to Europe’s top through injury, while halfback Aleksandrs One bright spot for Bayern at the week- we have a chance to win the title.” table. Cauna remains a fitness doubt. end was the return of Franck Ribery follow- Two-time Champions League winner “The Champions League is a fantastic Russian international Alan Dzagoev and ing a knee problem. The French midfielder Xabi Alonso is set to make his first appear- UEFA Champions League competition. I’ve already experienced it as Swede Pontus Wernbloom will also sit out made his first appearance of the season ance for Bayern in the competition since coach of Lille,” Garcia said after Roma’s 1-0 the first of respective three-match bans against Stuttgart, coming off the bench in his move from Real Madrid. Chelsea v Schalke 21:45 win away to Empoli at the weekend. after being sent-off last season against the second half to score Bayern’s second City ended Bayern’s 10-game winning beIN Sports 4 HD “The players are also looking forward to Czech side Viktoria Plzen. goal with five minutes remaining. streak in the Champions League when beIN Sports 12 HD playing in Europe again, but tonight our After labouring to a 2-1 win over newly- “We’re currently in a very difficult situa- they last met. But Alonso hopes his new beIN Sports Max 4 minds were on Empoli.” Having a fixture promoted Arsenal Tula at the weekend, tion at the moment because we have a lot club can get their revenge today before Roma v CSKA 21:45 against a side that is still finding its feet in Slutsky admitted his players were sluggish of players injured and players who are not facing other Group E opponents CSKA Italy’s top flight days prior to CSKA’s visit after competing in international games. beIN Sports 5 HD was perfect for Roma’s French handler. “It’s always hard to play after the break yet fully fit,’ Ribery said. Moscow and Roma. “Manchester City are beIN Sports Max 5 Garcia was confident enough to rest for international matches,” said Slutsky. “We “But we’re trying to make the best of it. among the 10 best teams in Europe,” he Porto v Bate 21:45 Ivorian striker Gervinho, veteran 37-year- lacked freshness and failed to close down We’re doing everything we can so that we said. “But we want to get the points.” beIN Sports 7 HD old playmaker Francesco Totti and forward the match in the first half.”—AFP can still get results.” Bayern manager Pep Guardiola and City beIN Sports Max 6 Ribery’s decision to concentrate on club boss Manuel Pellegrini know each other Maribor v Sporting 21:45 football was criticised last week by UEFA well from Spanish football. Ex-Barcelona beIN Sports 6 HD President Michel Platini, who suggested coach Guardiola already faced the Chilean beIN Sports Max 8 that the 31-year-old could be forced to when he was in charge of Real Madrid, Barcelona v Apoel 21:45 serve a ban should he refuse a call-up to Villarreal and Malaga. beIN Sports 2 HD the France squad. Pellegrini will serve a touchline ban beIN Sports 14 HD Ribery, who scored in Bayern’s 3-1 win today, while he will also be without beIN Sports 2 HD FR over City in Manchester last October, has Argentine full-back Pablo Zabaleta after he Bilbao v Shakhtar 21:45 dismissed his fellow countryman’s com- was sent off against Barcelona last season. beIN Sports 8 HD ments. “It doesn’t really interest me,” Martin Demichelis, who scored City’s beIN Sports Max 7 Ribery said. “I’ve decided to retire and peo- late equaliser in a 2-2 draw with Arsenal on Ajax v PSG 21:45 Saturday, returns to his former club. “It will ple have to accept that.” beIN Sports 3 HD be extremely emotional for me because Bayern captain Philipp Lahm also retired Bayern v Man City 21:45 from international football this summer Bayern were the club that gave me the beIN Sports 1 HD after leading Germany to World Cup glory. chance to come to Europe and play” the beIN Sports 11 HD The 30-year-old is hungry for more success Argentine defender said. The Bayern ITALY: AS Roma forward and captain Francesco Totti (center) takes part in a training beIN Sports 13 HD before his career ends though, particularly defence should feature ex-City centre back session at Rome’s Trigoria ground on the eve of the Champion’s League football beIN Sports 1 HD FR match against CSKA Moscow. —AFP in the Champions League. Jerome Boateng.—AFP WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2014 SPORTS Dortmund outclass Arsenal

DORTMUND: Italian striker Ciro Immobile scored his first goal for Borussia Dortmund as the German side produced a dominant per- formance to outclass Arsenal 2-0 in their Champions League opening group game in Dortmund yesterday. Gabonese striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang added another early in the second half to help Dortmund to a fully deserved 2-0 win in their Group D clash. Arsenal had won in Dortmund in the group stages last season but they were always on the back foot against a relentless home team. Jurgen Klopp’s side had 15 attempts on goal in the first half alone although they were far from clinical until Immobile struck on the stroke of half-time. Aubameyang then rounded Arsenal goal- keeper Wojciech Szczesny to kill off any hopes of an unlikely comeback on a punishing night for the Gunners. Arsenal had travelled to Dortmund for the third time in four years without suspended right-back Mathieu Debuchy. As a result Hector Bellerin was given his first start, while Danny Welbeck was on his own up front in his first Champions League game for Arsene Wenger’s team. MONACO: Leverkusen’s Turkish defender Oemer Toprak (left) vies with Monaco’s Dortmund were without six senior players Bulgarian forward Dimitar Berbatov (right) during the Champions League football through injury, including the likes of Marco match. —AFP Reus and Mats Hummels, but it hardly looked that way as they started the game at a furious pace. Monaco scrape There was a scare for the visitors in the fifth minute when Henrikh Mkhitaryan cut by Mikel Arteta and fell to the ground inside the box. But past Leverkusen instead of winning a penalty, the Armenian midfielder was booked for simulation. Dortmund continued to dominate, with MONACO: Monaco celebrated their four points off their German rivals during Sokratis poking wide from a corner and return to the Champions League for the the 1997-98 group phase of the Immobile shooting off target. Approaching the first time in a decade as they edged Champions League. half hour, Szczesny was well placed to save Bayer Leverkusen 1-0 in a hard-fought Leverkusen, now coached by Roger when a brilliant Dortmund move ended with Group C encounter at the Stade Louis II Schmidt, who took over from former Aubameyang failing to touch in Kevin yesterday. It was Monaco coach Liverpool defender Sami Hyypia, was Grosskreutz’s low cross from six yards out. Leonardo Jardim’s first home win since pulling his hair out from the touchline as A minute later Dortmund missed another taking over from Claudio Ranieri after a his side missed several first-half chances. great chance when Immobile again found space GERMANY: Dortmund’s Serbian defender Neven Subotic and Arsenal’s Chilean striker Alexis difficult start to the season which has Turkish international defender Omer down the left channel. Szczesny cut the former Sanchez (right) vie for the ball during the first leg UEFA Champions League Group D football seen them win just once in Ligue 1, form Toprak was the first culprit when he Torino player’s cross out only for the ball to fall match. —AFP that has left them in the relegation zone. fluffed a straightforward finish from just to Mkhitaryan 10 yards out. But he blazed over The goal on 61 minutes came against outside the six-yard box on 17 minutes under pressure from Jack Wilshere. Laurent Koscielny, beat the Arsenal centre back Szczesny before Welbeck missed another the run of play when a swift Monaco and it got worse for Leverkusen 11 min- Up the other end Welbeck almost got on the and then drilled low into the corner of the net. opportunity for Arsenal. counter-attack produced the opener utes from half-time with what should end of Kieran Gibbs cross and in another rare A dismal Arsenal defensive performance con- In truth the scoreline flattered an Arsenal thanks to a piece of brilliance from for- have been the opening goal. attack for Arsenal, the former Manchester tinued in the second half when Aubameyang side who were completely overrun in midfield. mer Leverkusen striker Dimitar Berbatov. Karim Bellarabi broke in behind the United striker clipped a good chance wide of got Dortmund’s second goal after 48 minutes. Aubameyang’s pace was causing all sorts of The Bulgarian, who played with Monaco back line only to somehow Roman Weidenfeller’s right-hand post. The Gabonese forward played a one-two with problems and he hit the crossbar as Dortmund Leverkusen from 2001 to 2006, cleverly screw his attempted chip wide of All Dortmund’s pressure looked to have Grosskreutz, got around Szczesny and regained looked to inflict further misery on the visitors. come to nothing until Immobile picked up pos- his footing to slot into the net. Welbeck then shot over the bar as the nodded the ball into the path of Monaco ‘keeper Danijel Subasic and session in his own half right on half-time. Last The waves of Dortmund attacks continued Gunners lost on the opening day of the group Portuguese midfielder Joao Moutinho, almost out for a throw-in. season’s top scorer in Serie A ran at an isolated and Immobile forced an excellent save from stage for the first time in 11 years. —AFP who steered past Bernd Leno to put the Gonzalo Castro continued the come- the 2004 finalists into the lead. dy of errors in front of goal for The goal handed last season’s French Leverkusen on the stroke of half-time league runners-up all three points while when, from point blank range, he saw his Russian leaders Zenit St Peterburg volley deflected over by Layvin Kurzawa. defeated Benfica 2-0 in Lisbon in the The visitors were then made to pay evening’s other game in Group C. the price for their lack of a killer touch in The teams had only met once before front of goal when Moutinho struck for in European competition when a Monaco 16 minutes after the restart, and Monaco side, including Fabien Barthez, Leverkusen could not find a way back Thierry Henry and David Trezeguet, took into the match. —AFP Hulk and Witsel help Zenit win at Benfica

LISBON: Goals from Hulk and Axel Witsel ished with aplomb after being picked helped Zenit St Petersburg get their out by an excellent pass from Shatov. Champions League campaign off to the Zenit had a chance to double their perfect start as they beat 10-man Benfica lead on 10 minutes as Hulk hit a free kick, 2-0 away yesterday. which goalkeeper Artur could only parry, Hulk put the visitors 1-0 up after five before the keeper received his marching minutes and things quickly went from orders eight minutes later for bringing bad to worse for Benfica, whose keeper down Danny outside the penalty area. Artur was sent off, before Witsel doubled Paulo Lopes was brought on to the lead with a header midway through replace him and one of his first tasks was the first half. to pick the ball out of the net as Witsel Zenit are joined at the top of Group C rose highest in the penalty area to head on three points by Monaco who beat home a corner. Bayer Leverkusen 1-0. Zenit coach Andre Benfica had an opportunity to reduce Villas-Boas named arguably his strongest the deficit after the break as Luisao went side with central defender Ezequiel close with a header, but Zenit goalkeeper Garay and midfielders Witsel and Javi Yuri Lodygin showed good agility to Garcia lining up against their former save. club. Hulk could have killed the game off GREECE: Olimpiakos’ Pajdim Kasami (left) fights for the ball with Mario Suarez of Atletico Madrid during their Group A Champions League foot- Zenit had a chance to open the scor- a minute later, but his shot from an ball game. —AFP ing in only the second minute as Hulk acute angle hit the post, while Jose unleashed a dangerous strike across goal Rondon also had a chance after being which Oleg Shatov was just inches away put through on goal, yet was unable to Olympiakos surprise Atletico from turning into the net. find the back of the net. Zenit will host It was not long before the away fans Monaco on Oct. 1 when Benfica will PIRAEUS: Kostas Mitroglou banished memories goals in the first 31 minutes. goalkeeper. visit Bayer Leverkusen. —Reuters were celebrating, however, as Hulk fin- of his ill-fated move to English side Fulham with First the Atletico defence allowed the Greek The second half was also an open affair with a fine goal yesterday to help Olympiakos to a side far too much space and Ibrahim Afellay teed Roberto making a good save from Cristian thrilling 3-2 victory over last season’s beaten up 20-year-old French defender Arthur Masuaku, Ansaldi and Mitroglou should have done better Champions League finalists Atletico Madrid. the former Valenciennes man sending a superb when found unmarked by the impressive 33- The 26-year-old, who earned a multi-million shot past Oblak in the 13th minute. year-old Argentinian Chori Dominguez. pound move to Fulham in January on the back Atletico dominated for the next 20 minutes Atletico decided another striker was required of a steady stream of goals for the Greek cham- and went close on several occasions, including to partner Mandzukic up front and took off skip- pions only to return to Greece on loan this sum- from two headers by Mario Mandzukic, who per Gabi, sending on French international mer, rounded off an impressive showing by the received a bleeding nose in an aerial challenge Antoine Griezmann with just over half an hour hosts in their opening Group A game against the earlier in the half, and one from Raul Garcia. remaining. Spanish champions. However, it was the hosts who scored just However, the Greek side had the bit between Atletico began their European campaign in after the half-hour mark as a wonderful dummy their teeth and deservedly added another with defeat, having gone all the way to last season’s by Mitroglou completely confused the Atletico 16 minutes to the final whistle with a goal creat- final without losing a single match before their defence and former Barcelona winger Afellay ed and scored by former Fulham players as final defeat to city rivals Real in Lisbon. was on hand to tuck the ball home. Pajtim Kasami did superbly well to set up Jan Oblak hadn’t played since his 16 million- The visitors, though, hit back in the 38th Mitroglou and he provided an equally fine finish. euro ($20.7m) move from Benfica in the close minute as Mandzukic beat former French inter- Atletico kept on plugging away and season and the 21-year-old Slovenian goalkeep- national defender Eric Abidal to a cross and Griezmann set up a frenetic final four minutes as er had a nightmare debut as he conceded two headed past Roberto, the hosts’ former Atletico he converted Koke’s cross.—AFP Late Burak strike earns Galatasaray 1-1 draw

ISTANBUL: A stoppage time strike from Burak and found Burak who shot past Anderlecht keeper In the 29th minute a free kick for the visitors Yilmaz earned Galatasaray a 1-1 draw with Davy Roef from a few metres to the relief of the found Anderlecht defender Olivier Deschacht but Anderlecht in their opening Group D Champions home side. In an open match, both sides had he directed his shot straight at Muslera. League fixture yesterday after Dennis Praet had chances to give their campaigns a positive start Galatasaray responded several minutes later with put the visitors on course for victory. with Burak failing to connect properly with a pass a couple of efforts, including a shot from Felipe Praet found the opening in the 52nd minute, across the area in the eighth minute. Melo in the 35th minute that was deflected wide. gathering a cross on the left, passing two players The visitors sprang into life midway through Shortly after Praet’s goal, Aleksandar Mitrovic along the edge of the penalty area and firing in a the first half with Matias Suarez firing in a cross had a chance to double the lead but fired a close- shot to Galatasaray keeper Fernando Muslera’s from the left and Ibrahima Conte sending a shot range shot wide. Galatasaray then resumed the right which flew in off the post. back across the goal and out of play. Two minutes attacking mode in which they had started the half, PORTUGAL: Benfica’s defender Eliseu (right) vies with Zenit’s Brazilian forward Hulk Into injury time, Galatasaray’s Aurelien Chedjou later Aleksandar Mitrovic forced a save from striker Goran Pandev firing in a shot which was during the UEFA Champions League Group C football match. —AFP broke through the defences on the left of the area Muslera. saved by Anderlecht keeper Roef.—Reuters Chanderpaul Dortmund thwarts Bangladesh outclass once17 again 19Arsenal WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2014

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SPAIN : Real Madrid’s Portuguese forward Cristiano Ronaldo (right ) vies with Basel’s midfielder Taulant Xhaka (left) and Basel’s defender Fabian Schar during the UEFA Champions League football match at the Santiago Bernabeu stadium. — AFP Champions Real off to flying start

MADRID: Real Madrid put their La Liga woes behind them Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti resisted calls for wide- was set free by a wonderful through ball by Modric with start of the second half as Real’s intensity dropped and to get their defence of the Champions League off to a fly- spread changes following his side’s third defeat in six the outside of his foot and the Welshman lobbed the ball Casillas had to make an important save to prevent ing start with a 5-1 hammering of Basel yesterday. games this season with full-backs Marcelo and Nacho the over the advancing Vaclik before slotting home. It was 3-0 Gonzalez scoring his second of the evening after an error The hosts, who had suffered a second consecutive only new faces from the side that started against Atletico. moments later when Modric fed Bale once more and this from substitute Raphael Varane. league defeat at the hands of Atletico Madrid at the week- However, Nacho had a big role to play in the opening time he squared for Ronaldo to finish. Bale should then have teed up Ronaldo for his double end, went in front thanks to Marek Suchy’s own goal and goal on 14 minutes as he raced onto Rodriguez’s lovely And Rodriguez rounded off his most encouraging dis- instead of going alone when clean through as Vaclik made then struck three times in six minutes to end the game as a backheel and fired in a low cross that Suchy could only play since sealing a big-money move from Monaco as the another impressive stop with his feet. contest. direct into his own net. Basel skipper Marco Streller nearly World Cup’s top scorer was left with a simple task after Basel continued to play some impressive football and Gareth Bale finished off a lovely move involving Luka levelled immediately as he drilled into the side-netting Vaclik could only parry Benzema’s initial effort. Fabian Schaer was desperately unlucky to see his piledriver Modric and Cristiano Ronaldo before Ronaldo and James from a narrow angle. Basel stuck to their task impressively and responded come back off the post. Rodriguez tapped home from close range. However, Real were gaining momentum as the half with a goal of real quality as Luca Zuffi picked out However, Real showed their quality in the final third 11 Derlis Gonzalez pulled a goal back for the visitors wore on and Tomas Vaclik had to make fine saves from Gonzalez’s run and the Paraguayan arrowed a shot across minutes from time when Benzema and Ronaldo moments later, but Karim Benzema rounded off the scor- Modric and Pepe before the three-goal blitz arrived. Iker Casillas and into the far corner. exchanged passes before the Frenchman smashed a shot ing for Real with a thumping finish late on. Bale registered his second goal of the season when he There were more encouraging signs for Basel at the in off the crossbar. —AFP Gerrard saves Liverpool Tevez hits Juve brace

LIVERPOOL: Steven Gerrard scored a 93rd- and Adam Lallana’s follow-up obliged Borjan to end 5-year drought minute penalty as Liverpool scraped past com- to make a two-handed parry. petition debutants Ludogorets Razgrad 2-1 on The visitors did not seem daunted by the TURIN: Carlos Tevez ended his five-year cross from the left with a floated header their return to the Champions League after a occasion and after Marcelinho had seen a Champions League goal drought with a a sec- which ‘keeper Robin Olsen had to dive to par- five-year absence yesterday. penalty appeal turned away, Cosmin Moti-the ond-half brace to give Juventus a precious 2-0 ry. Malmo’s first real offensive was met with After labouring to break the Bulgarian Romanian defender who saved two penalties win over Swedish champions Malmo in Turin jeers after Pogba was upended by midfielder champions down, Liverpool took an 82nd- in Ludogorets’ shootout win over Steaua yesterday. Pa Konate, who earned a yellow card from minute lead through Mario Balotelli, only for Bucharest in the play-off round-headed over. Tevez had not scored in the competition Polish referee Szymon Marciniak. visiting substitute Dani Abalo to equalise in the Liverpool finished the first half strongly, but since hitting the net for Manchester United in Buffon’s biggest challenge until then was first minute of stoppage time. Lallana dithered when presented with a sight a 2-2 draw with FC Porto at Old Trafford on to rush out and block Magnus Eriksson as the But with Ludogorets on the brink of a mem- of goal by new vice-captain Jordan April 7, 2009. midfielder connected with a long punt from orable shock result, their goalkeeper Milan Henderson, allowing a defender to block, and But amid a dominant display by the Italian deep on the right. Borjan-who only joined the club on Sunday- Dejan Lovren headed over from a corner. champions in Turin, the Argentinian rekindled Asamoah’s move inside of Juve’s midfield felled Javi Manquillo and Gerrard gave the Success continued to elude the home side the flame to secure a win that leaves Juve lev- was offering more in the way of goalscoring hosts victory from the spot. It was a cruel finale early in the second period, with Henderson el in Group A with Olympiakos after the opportunities and on 19 minutes he missed for Georgi Dermendzhiev’s side, who must now picking out Manquillo, only for the Spanish Greeks’ 3-2 win over Atletico Madrid. the target with head and boot on several rouse themselves for the challenge of hosting right-back to lift the ball into the Kop. With Andrea Pirlo and Arturo Vidal still occasions. defending champions Real Madrid in their next Roman Bezjak gave Liverpool a scare by recovering from injury, Claudio Marchisio had Juve, however, spurned their best chance Group B game on October 1. Shorn of the toeing a shot over after the hosts switched the task of marshalling Juve’s five-man mid- of the half two minutes before the break. injured Daniel Sturridge, Liverpool laboured in off at a throw-in and Rodgers reacted by field with Paul Pogba and Asamoah, the latter Lichsteiner ran on to a defence-splitting pass attack, and manager Brendan Rodgers will introducing Lucas Leiva and Fabio Borini for moving a notch inside in place of wingback only for a pass-come-shot drift agonisingly expect significant improvements ahead of Lallana and the wasteful Philippe Coutinho. Patrice Evra. drifting wide as Asamoah lurked at the far their next outing away to Basel. Borini joined his fellow Italian Balotelli up LIVERPOOL: Liverpool’s English midfielder At the back, Giorgio Chiellini returned from post. Liverpool’s starting XI featured five players front and almost made an instant impact, but Adam Lallana (right) is challenged by suspension but for most of the match Juve’s When Lichsteiner squandered another who were sampling the Champions League for Borjan athletically tipped his header from Ludogorets Razgrad’s Romanian defender three-man defence had comparatively little to golden chance five minutes after the restart, the first time, including Raheem Sterling, who Manquillo’s right-wing cross over the cross- Cosmin Moti during the UEFA Champions worry about. the frustration was palpable as fans got up had started Saturday’s 1-0 loss at home to bar. League Group B match. — AFP Malmo, who progressed to the group out their seats. Aston Villa on the bench. Bezjak then came within inches of giving stages following UEFA’s decision to tweak Pogba’s defence-splitting pass sent the Ludogorets, meanwhile, gave a debut to the visitors a shock lead when he slammed a Borjan to claim his first goal for Liverpool. rules on participation for national champions Swiss wingback clear on the right but he opt- Canadian goalkeeper Borjan, who was only shot against the post after Marcelinho nut- After Borjan had saved from Balotelli, Abalo in affiliated countries, had little to offer. ed for a futile pass to Tevez instead of shoot- signed by the club on Sunday after they lost megged Mamadou Sakho with a through appeared to have given Ludogorets a famous The Bianconeri took command from kick- ing. But the match, and the stadium, finally Vladislav Stoyanov to suspension and Ivan ball. Yordan Minev steered the rebound nar- point when he rounded Simon Mignolet to off but went in for the half-time break frustrat- burst into life on the hour. Tevez’s chip found Cvorovic to injury. rowly wide. equalise. But Borjan’s rash lunge on ed with what was a poor return from a one- Asamoah to the right of goal and when the Although Liverpool quickly assumed con- Borini headed wide, but just when Manquillo allowed Gerrard-the only survivor sided encounter. Ghanaian responded with a cool backheel trol, they did not test Borjan until the 21st Ludogorets looked set to hold out, Balotelli from Liverpool’s last Champions League Pogba’s low ball across the goalmouth in into the Argentinian’s path he stepped in to minute. Balotelli had a shot blocked by beat a pair of defenders to a cross from game in 2009 — to spare the home side’s the fourth minute found no takers and then drive the ball past the outstretched hands of Aleksandar Aleksandrov following a neat turn Moreno before expertly steering a shot past blushes — AFP Marchisio looked offside when he met Evra’s Olsen. — AFP German court lifts ban on Uber car pick-up service Page 23

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PARIS: French Prime Minister Manuel Valls is applauded by socialists MPs after addressing members of the parliament prior to a parliamentary confidence vote, yesterday at the French national assembly in Paris. Prime Minister Manuel Valls will outline the government’s work programme and submit it to a vote, just weeks after former economy minister Arnaud Montebourg stepped out of line and publicly criticised the direction his country was taking, sparking an emergency cabinet reshuffle. — AFP French PM vows to hold firm on reforms

PARIS: A defiant French Prime Minister Manuel reshuffle sparked when former economy minister at between 30- and 40-strong-has threatened to ‘Fear of catastrophe’ two years later than promised. Valls yesterday pledged he would not be swayed Arnaud Montebourg stepped out of line and pub- abstain in Tuesday’s vote in protest at what they In an indication of the seriousness of the crisis Valls defiantly took aim at Germany, saying from his key economic reforms ahead of a crunch licly criticised the direction the government was see as the government’s pro-business lurch to the facing France, a new poll showed two-thirds of “only France can decide what to do” and calling on parliamentary confidence vote. taking. The prime minister urged unity, particularly right. Leading Socialist rebel MP Christian Paul pre- voters believe there will be a “social explosion in Berlin to “fully assume its responsibilities” as Paris “Nothing must let us deviate from our commit- in the face of the threat posed by the far-right dicted there would be “several dozen” deputies the coming months.” faces a clash with the European Commission and ment to save 50 billion euros ($65 billion) within National Front, which made huge strides in recent abstaining in the vote in protest at “a prime minis- Already, pilots at Air France have downed tools austerity-minded Berlin over the deficit. three years,” he told parliament, referring to the local elections and which he has warned is “at the ter who refuses to change a policy which the in what promises to be the longest strike in 15 Hollande has also suffered the indignity of hav- Socialist government’s Responsibility Pact that gates of power”. Stressing that France was at “a majority of French people think is not working and years, sparking travel chaos throughout the coun- ing his private life splashed across the front pages aims to kickstart growth in the country with huge moment of truth”, Valls said “national unity is not fair.” But the passionate 46-minute speech won try. Experts say Valls, who did not have to call the after his former partner Valerie Trierweiler spilled spending cuts. The vote, comes as France battles a essential.” Departing from his prepared speech, he Valls a standing ovation from most of his Socialist confidence vote, wants to wrest back control of the beans over their tempestuous relationship and political and economic crisis and with President cried: “I’ve had enough of this permanent criticism Party. And political scientist Philippe Braud told the political agenda after a horrendous few weeks break-up. The president’s second challenge of the Francois Hollande’s popularity at record lows. of France and its ability to exert influence in the AFP he thought the vote was still likely to pass for Hollande. On the economic front, Hollande has week will be when he faces the French and inter- Experts say the government is unlikely to lose the world. “France is a great country. France deserves “because the fear of catastrophe is still the best been battered by disastrous data showing unem- national press on Thursday at a rare news confer- confidence vote, which would prompt fresh elec- our respect because France is respected in the source of unity”. However, opposition MP Christian ployment at record highs and zero growth. In addi- ence. Hollande is likely to not only be confronted tions, but it is certain to expose splits within world and if we, public officials, cannot defend Jacob, the first conservative lawmaker to reply to tion, the eurozone’s second-biggest economy has by questions about France’s economic woes but Hollande’s ruling Socialist Party. Valls called the France, who else is going to defend it at this time?” the Valls speech, retorted: “Your days are num- admitted it will be unable to get its ballooning also tricky queries about Trierweiler’s best-selling vote weeks ago following an emergency cabinet A left-wing rump of the ruling Socialists-estimated bered, Mr. prime minister.” budget deficit below the EU ceiling until 2017 — kiss-and-tell. — AFP Stocks turn higher Badri expects OPEC to lower output target ahead of Fed VIENNA: OPEC’s secretary general said he expected the untouched since it was introduced in 2012. Before then, “I have seen a lot of oil prices coming up or down and I meeting, oil up group to lower its oil output target when it meets in late OPEC had not changed its output target since it made a think this is a fluctuation of seasonal behaviour.” November, which would be its first formal output cut since record cut in supplies in December 2008. Russia has had an uneasy relationship with OPEC. A “In the near-term we are very likely to see a further pull- diplomatic dance around possible oil output cooperation NEW YORK: Stock markets around the world rose yes- the 2008 financial crisis. back of production by Saudi Arabia to balance the market failed to produce significant concrete results, even after terday, adding to earlier gains as investors bet that the Abdullah al-Badri was speaking after meeting Russian in Q4, probably around 500,000 bpd but calibrated to the oil price collapse of 2008. OPEC said on Tuesday a fur- US Federal Reserve wouldn’t adjust guidance about Energy Minister Alexander Novak yesterday. Oil dropped events in Libya,” said Greg Priddy of analysts Eurasia Group ther meeting would be held in Moscow in the second half how soon the central bank would raise interest rates. below OPEC’s preferred level of $100 a barrel last week, in a note. OPEC’s Badri, usually slow to speculate on OPEC of next year. Badri said Tuesday’s talks had covered broad There had been speculation that the Federal which also marks the pain threshold for top world oil pro- policy ahead of formal meetings, played down the price market topics and taken in a long term perspective, show- Reserve could raise interest rates sooner and faster ducer Russia’s faltering economy. drop. “Everybody knows that the price is declining now for ing continued thawing in the relationship. than previously predicted, a theory that has supported Badri was asked if OPEC’s 30 million barrels per day out- the last two months, I don’t think this trend will continue. “For the last three years we’ve been progressing very the US dollar and pressured equities of late, though US put target would still be appropriate next year, when OPEC We are predicting that (the) price will come up by the end well,” Badri told Reuters. “I don’t want to talk about the past, indexes remain near record levels. However, those con- forecasts lower demand for its crude due to rising supplies of the year,” Badri said. the past is past.” — Reuters cerns seemed to fade after the U.S. market opened from the United States and other countries outside the yesterday. “The rumor is (the Fed) won’t change the group. “No, I don’t think so,” he said. “I think our production ‘considerable time’ language,” said Quincy Krosby, mar- will be maybe 29.5 in 2015, not 30 million barrels per day. I ket strategist at Prudential Financial in Newark, New think our target will be lower, maybe by 500,000.” Jersey, referring to the Fed’s previously stated timeline Analysts saw the comments as a sign that some in OPEC of when it will raise rates. are becoming concerned. “Overall the language that’s there now has been “It’s a signal and it is quite significant,” said analyst positive for the (stock) market,” and the rumor “seems Samuel Cizsuk of the Swedish Energy Agency. “It is likely to be what shifted the markets’ direction today.” that some of the OPEC members will be fretting a bit about The Fed will begin its two-day policy meeting later potentially lower prices.” yesterday, and while it has said it doesn’t expect to OPEC meets on Nov. 27 to review its oil output policy. raise rates until 2015, recent strong data has led Fed Novak said, however, that he did not discuss coordinating officials to acknowledge they may need to act sooner output policy in his meeting with Badri, which had been than they thought just a few months ago. long scheduled. The Dow Jones industrial average rose 101.61 Benchmark Brent crude fell to a 26-month low on points, or 0.6 percent, to 17,132.75, the S&P 500 gained Monday to under $97 after a sharply lower rate of factory 14.21 points, or 0.72 percent, to 1,998.34 and the output growth in China, the world’s biggest energy con- Nasdaq Composite added 22.12 points, or 0.49 per- sumer, sent shivers through the oil market. Brent regained cent, to 4,541.02. The benchmark 10-year Treasury some ground to reach $99 yesterday. note rose 6/32 in price to yield 2.5688 percent. Prices had already weakened as reviving oil output from The gain on Wall Street lifted the MSCI world equity Libya added to supply bloated by US production at its index 0.5 percent, while European shares were down 0.2 highest since 1986 thanks to the shale boom, and on weak- percent, having closed before Wall Street’s rally. Europe ening demand. OPEC member Libya’s climb back to around was pressured ahead of a referendum on independence 1 million bpd of output, despite political uncertainty and in Scotland, which kept investors on edge with polls conflict there, further soothed consuming nations relieved suggesting the vote remains too close to call. Asian that turmoil in Iraq, OPEC’s second largest producer behind shares slipped, with MSCI’s broadest index of Asia- Saudi Arabia, had failed to lower output there significantly. Pacific shares outside Japan shedding 0.7 percent to its Saudi Arabia, alone in OPEC with significant capacity to lowest since late June, while Japan’s Nikkei snapped a make up for shortfalls, has said it cut its output by 400,000 five-session winning streak to close down 0.2 percent. In bpd in August to around 9.6 million bpd as the immediate the currency market, the dollar fell 0.4 percent against a supply worry appeared to ease. OPEC itself has cut back its basket of currencies while the euro rose 0.3 percent to projection of demand for its oil. MANILA: A child looks for metal scraps among cables on a barge in Manila yesterday. The Philippine economy $1.2979 against the dollar. —Reuters The oil market is accustomed to calibrations in Saudi oil rebounded to post 6.4-percent growth in the second quarter and regain its status as one of the strongest in Asia, output while the 30 million bpd OPEC target has remained authorities said on August 28. — AFP BUSINESS WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2014 New UAE rules to develop local currency bond, sukuk markets DUBAI: New rules issued by the United Arab took to review and approve issuance applica- Emirates’ securities market regulator aim to tions to five days, while private placements of develop local currency bond and sukuk markets bonds not listed on the UAE’s securities in the Arab world’s second biggest economy. exchanges would not need SCA approval. In meetings with potential issuers and finan- Issuers of bonds and sukuk now only need to cial firms in Abu Dhabi and Dubai this week, the make financial statements annually, instead of Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA) quarterly, and issuers no longer need to obtain outlined rules designed to make it faster and credit ratings from rating agencies - potentially cheaper for companies to issue conventional removing a major expense for them. and Islamic bonds, and easier for investors to The rules do not attempt to drive trading trade them. onto exchanges as they allow off-market deal- “We would like to see more active bond and ings in listed bonds and sukuk, as long as the sukuk markets - we would like to see more list- trades are registered. Foreign investors may be ing, more trading,” Mounther Barakat, senior encouraged by a provision allowing clearing research adviser at the SCA, said in Dubai on and settlement abroad, through institutions Tuesday. If successful, the project could help to such as Euroclear. reshape corporate financing in the UAE. At pres- Dubai wants to become a top sukuk trading ent, firms rely heavily on bank loans and to a centre, and the SCA rules appear to facilitate that lesser extent retained earnings; local currency by taking a hands-off approach to religious per- bond issuance is minimal, and usually only the missibility; they do not specify which sukuk biggest companies can afford to issue bonds in types can be used or distinguish between “asset- the international market. backed” and “asset-based” sukuk, a focus of This slows the UAE’s efforts to diversify its debate in the industry. economy beyond oil and could increase risks in “Our policy is to stay away from issuing fat- the banking system by making banks, rather was,” Barakat said. Issuers’ own sharia advisers than a broad pool of investors, bear the bulk of will rule on whether sukuk are permissible, while exposure to corporate debt. issuers can also seek guidance from the Dubai The new rules, which do not apply to issues Financial Market’s sharia board. by government bodies or state-owned compa- In another move to stimulate activity, the nies, set a minimum issue size of just 10 million new rules introduce the possibility of companies dirhams ($2.7 million), down from a previous making competitively bid issues without engag- floor of 50 million dirhams. ing an arranging bank, though it is not clear how NEW JERSEY: People walk on the boardwalk near the Trump Plaza Casino Monday in Atlantic City, New Jersey. The Trump Plaza, which opened on May The SCA said it would shorten the time it many companies will want to try this.—Reuters 14, 1984, shut down yesterday, the fourth casino to shutter its doors this year, and a fifth casino, the Trump Taj Mahal, may close if it cannot cut costs of operation. The massive contraction, following years of customer losses to surrounding states, is eliminating 8,000 jobs, or about a quarter of the indus- try’s employment in Atlantic City. — AFP Saudi corporate earnings growth set to jump Foreign investors may boost profitability

DUBAI: The opening of Saudi Arabia’s stock market to 2015, thanks in part to companies swinging to prof- benefiting from increasing brokerage fees due to the direct foreign investment early next year is set to coin- itability after years of losses, including National opening of the Saudi market to qualified foreign cide with a pick-up in earnings growth in the king- Petrochemical Co, which launched a polypropelene investors. Going forward we do see potential for the dom, which has lagged the region in the past few plant in 2010, and Saudi Kayan Petrochemical Co, bank to improve its net interest margin, as opposed to years. The combined net profits of Saudi Arabia’s lead- which started commercial production of specialised Alinma.” Islamic deposits bearing no interest make up ing companies are expected to rise 17 percent in 2014 chemicals in 2011. more than 60 percent of Saudi banks’ total deposits, MINSK: A buyer walks past shelves displaying sweets and chocolate at a supermarket in the and a further 11 percent in 2015, largely on the back Companies such as Saudi Kayan and its parent according to Morgan Stanley, and this could provide a capital Minsk on Monday. Ordinary people of Belarus — an isolated ex-Soviet country of petrochemical producers and banks, although a Saudi Basic Industries (SABIC) which produce ethyl- short-term boost to margins across the sector when famously dubbed “Europe’s last dictatorship” — have never before seen such an abundance number of companies in other sectors also promise ene, the feedstock for most common plastics, are in the U.S. Federal Reserve hikes interest rates - a process of gastronomic delights at home. Inexpensive fresh seasonal fruits, French and Italian strong growth. especially favourable positions, analysts say. SABIC is which most analysts expect to begin next year. Saudi cheeses, Belgian and Swiss chocolate, German candy sets, dozens of types of Italian pasta Those figures are based on average forecasts from one of the world’s biggest petrochemical firms. Arabia’s riyal is pegged to the dollar so its central bank and even cans of French cat food grace the shelves of their neighborhood stores. — AFP analysts surveyed by Reuters for 81 companies which “The ethylene market is very tight - since 2008 usually matches interest rate moves by the Fed. accounted for 99 percent of the total profits of con- growth in demand has outpaced supply, and this stituent companies in Saudi Arabia’s main equities should continue until 2017-2018, when new capacity Retail, food index last year. The outlook puts Saudi Arabia roughly comes online,” said Ahmed Shams El Din, director of The Saudi stock market is attractive to foreign fund Emaar Malls IPO on a par with Qatar, where profit growth is set to aver- equity research at EFG Hermes in Cairo. Analysts managers partly because it is more diverse than other age 13 percent this year and next, and Abu Dhabi, expect SABIC’s earnings, which account for about a Gulf markets, and includes companies ranging from which is expected to average 17 percent. quarter of the combined profit of all listed Saudi com- real estate developers to retailers and food producers. weighs on Dubai It’s a big improvement from Saudi Arabia’s zero panies, to rise 12 percent this year after shrinking in Some firms in these sectors are booming. Analysts profit growth in 2012 and a 6 percent increase last 2012 and increasing just 2 percent in 2013. expect Dar Al Arkan, one of the leading property DUBAI: A rush by Dubai’s retail investors to in Emaar itself slid 1.8 percent. Retail investors year. That poor performance was almost entirely due On the other hand, the outlook is not very developers, to post profit growth of 34 percent this take part in the initial public offer of Emaar were net sellers of stocks, according to bourse to weak profits at petrochemical firms, which saw favourable for fertiliser producers such as Saudi year, recovering from a 31 percent drop in 2013. Properties’ malls unit put pressure on the data. product prices sag because of the economic slump in Arabian Fertilizer Co (SAFCO) , another SABIC affiliate; “Dar Al Arkan stands to benefit from the growing emirate’s stock market yesterday, while suc- “It’s a big IPO so some investors have to Europe. Strong earnings will not necessarily translate prices for their products are under pressure. The fer- real estate market in Saudi Arabia, driven by cessful fund-raising for the Suez Canal expan- manage their allocations and may have to into further fast rises for Saudi stock prices, which are tiliser market “is oversupplied, China has flooded the favourable demographics, government support to sion lifted stocks in Egypt. offload some parent company shares,” said already up 28 percent year-to-date, having surged market,” said Shams El Din. Analysts on average expect real estate and infrastructure, an undersupplied prop- Emaar said late on Monday that institu- Harshjit Oza, property and banking analyst at since the market opening plan was announced in July; SAFCO’s profit to rise 7 percent this year and 2 percent erty market, and, most importantly, introduction of tional investors had committed to buying all Naeem brokerage in Cairo. many fund managers think the market is no longer in 2015 after dropping 18 percent last year. the new mortgage law” last year, Naeem Brokerage the shares offered to them in the flotation of “The stock has been very volatile and I cheaply valued. But the earnings picture does ensure Meanwhile, earnings in the banking sector are said in a report in July. its shopping malls business, only a day after think you’re going to see this volatility until that the market opening is likely to attract heavy forecast to rise 9 percent this year and 12 percent in Saudi retailers and food producers enjoy access to the IPO was launched. EMG gets listed.” investor activity. Estimates for 45 stocks in MSCI’s Saudi 2015. Banque Saudi Fransi is seen as one of the key the biggest market in the region: the kingdom’s popu- Dubai’s largest property developer plans The offer closes on Sept. 24 for retail Arabia index suggest the country’s earnings perform- contributors, with its profit expected to jump by a lation of about 30 million makes up 60 percent of the to raise as much as 5.8 billion dirhams ($1.58 investors and on Sept. 26 for institutional ance will outpace most of the emerging market uni- third this year after dropping 20 percent last year. total population of the six Gulf Cooperation Council billion) from the offer of a 15 percent stake in investors, with EMG shares then listing on the verse, which the country could eventually join after “Saudi Fransi is showing a strong recovery in the member countries. Analysts expect the profits of top Emaar Malls Group (EMG), which is expected Dubai Financial Market on Oct. 2. the market opens up, depending on the decisions of first half, after recording very heavy loan loss provi- food producers Savola Group and Almarai to rise 18 to be the Gulf’s biggest stock sale since 2008. Abu Dhabi’s bourse slipped 0.1 percent international equity index compilers such as MSCI. sions in the fourth quarter of 2013,” said Jaap Meijer, and 16 percent respectively this year. Retailer Fawaz Emaar aims to sell about 30 percent of the because of banks. Union National Bank fell 2.6 Saudi Arabia’s “earnings per share growth, at 13.5 head of equity research at Arqaam Capital in Dubai. Abdulaziz Alhokair Co is expected to lead its sector offered shares to retail investors in a separate percent, Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank edged percent compound annual growth rate for 2013-16, is Two other lenders expected to outperform the with earnings growth of 30 percent. Earnings at many tranche, and Monday’s announcement down 0.9 percent and National Bank of Umm above all other Eastern Europe, Middle East and Africa sector are Alinma Bank and Al Jazira Bank, whose Saudi companies have been dampened since 2013 by appeared to have prompted them to submit Al Qaiwain tumbled 7.4 percent. markets, other than Egypt,” Morgan Stanley said in a earnings are seen jumping 25 and 21 percent respec- national labour reforms designed to reduce the coun- more purchase applications, leading them to Qatar’s benchmark hit an all-time intra- report last month, citing its own estimates. tively this year. Alinma has been growing rapidly and try’s dependence on foreign workers and push more cash out of other stocks to raise money. day high of 14,255 points but closed flat as has the highest capital adequacy ratio among listed Saudi citizens, who are paid higher salaries, into pri- Emaar has said it will allocate shares on a pro Qatar National Bank pulled back 1.9 percent, Petrochemicals, banks banks, which will allow it to continue expanding. vate sector jobs. A million foreigners are estimated to rata basis in case of oversubscription. erasing the previous day’s gains and offset- In the petrochemical sector, earnings are expected “Al Jazira has a much tighter capital base than have left Saudi Arabia last year because of a crack- Dubai’s index fell 0.7 percent while shares ting the rise of other stocks. to jump 25 percent this year and then rise 9 percent in Alinma,” Meijer said. “However, we do see the bank down on illegal workers.—Reuters EXCHANGE RATES

Al-Muzaini Exchange Co. UAE Exchange Centre WLL Syrian Pound 2.900 Sierra Leone 0.000063 0.000069 Nepalese Rupees 3.880 Singapore Dollar 0.223924 0.229924 Malaysian Ringgit 87.040 South African Rand 0.020108 0.028608 ASIAN COUNTRIES COUNTRY SELL DRAFT SELL CASH Sri Lankan Rupee 0.001899 0.002479 Japanese Yen 2.705 Chinese Yuan Renminbi 45.395 Australian Dollar 265.70 262.70 Taiwan 0.009406 0.009586 Indian Rupees 4.748 Thai Bhat 9.680 Canadian Dollar 261.11 262.11 Turkish Lira 134.045 Thai Baht 0.008558 0.009108 Pakistani Rupees 2.814 Swiss Franc 325.65 323.65 Srilankan Rupees 2.204 Euro 394.20 395.20 Arab Nepali Rupees 2.978 US Dollar 281.05 284.05 Bahraini Dinar 0.755744 0.763744 Singapore Dollar 228.590 Sterling Pound 478.87 481.87 Bahrain Exchange Company Hongkong Dollar 37.093 Egyptian Pound 0.038784 0.041884 Japanese Yen 2.82 2.84 Bangladesh Taka 3.706 Iranian Riyal 0.000079 0.000081 Bangladesh Taka 3.622 3.892 CURRENCY BUY SELL Philippine Peso 6.585 Iraqi Dinar 0.000185 0.000245 Indian Rupee 4.682 4.982 Thai Baht 8.970 Europe Jordanian Dinar 0.401183 0.408683 Sri Lankan Rupee 2.153 2.588 Irani Riyal transfer 0.271 Belgian Franc 0.007475 0.008475 Kuwaiti Dinar 1.000000 1.000000 Irani Riyal cash 0.273 Nepali Rupee 2.928 3.463 British Pound 0.458918 0.467918 Lebanese Pound 0.000139 0.000239 Pakistani Rupee 2.854 2.790 Czech Korune 0.005462 0.017462 Moroccan Dirhams 0.023302 0.047302 GCC COUNTRIES UAE Dirhams 76.59 77.05 Danish Krone 0.045837 0.050837 Nigerian Naira 0.001161 0.001796 Saudi Riyal 76.684 Bahraini Dinar 748.04 750.11 Euro 0.366011 0.374011 Omani Riyal 0.740336 0.746016 Qatari Riyal 79.013 Egyptian Pound 39.54 40.14 Norwegian Krone 0.040800 0.046000 Qatar Riyal 0.078218 0.079431 Omani Riyal 747.010 Jordanian Dinar 400.01 405.66 Romanian Leu 0.083963 0.083963 Saudi Riyal 0.075990 0.076690 Bahraini Dinar 763.780 Omani Riyal 730.91 738.21 Slovakia 0.008308 0.018306 Syrian Pound 0.001702 0.001922 UAE Dirham 78.314 Qatari Riyal 77.61 78.16 Swedish Krona 0.036303 0.041303 Tunisian Dinar 0.158566 0.166566 Saudi Riyal 75.08 75.48 Swiss Franc 0.300610 0.310810 Turkish Lira 0.130826 0.137826 ARAB COUNTRIES Turkish Lira 0.130826 0.137826 UAE Dirhams 0.077253 0.078402 Egyptian Pound - Cash 42.400 Yemeni Riyal 0.001296 0.001376 Egyptian Pound - Transfer 40.117 Dollarco Exchange Co. Ltd Australasia Yemen Riyal/for 1000 1.342 Australian Dollar 0.250501 0.262001 New Zealand Dollar 0.228222 0.237722 Tunisian Dinar 163.320 Rate for Transfer Selling Rate Jordanian Dinar 406.090 America Al Mulla Exchange US Dollar 281.500 Lebanese Lira/for 1000 1.929 Canadian Dollar 0.254130 0.262630 Canadian Dollar 259.510 Syrian Lira 2.049 US Dollars 0.283250 0.287950 Sterling Pound 475.750 Morocco Dirham 33.699 US Dollars Mint 0.283750 0.287950 Euro 391.810 Currency Transfer Rate (Per 1000) Swiss Frank 320.975 US Dollar 286.750 EUROPEAN & AMERICAN COUNTRIES Asia Bahrain Dinar 749.235 Euro 373.150 US Dollar Transfer 287.450 Bangladesh Taka 0.003284 0.003884 UAE Dirhams 76.620 Pound Sterlng 466.600 Euro 371.670 Chinese Yuan 0.045377 0.048877 Qatari Riyals 78.200 Canadian Dollar 261.400 Sterling Pound 463.510 Hong Kong Dollar 0.034982 0.037732 Saudi Riyals 75.340 Indian Rupee 4.700 Canadian dollar 262.510 Indian Rupee 0.004401 0.004802 Jordanian Dinar 396.715 Egyptian Pound 40.090 Turkish lira 132.160 Indonesian Rupiah 0.000020 0.000026 Egyptian Pound 40.115 Sri Lankan Rupee 2.200 Swiss Franc 308.420 Japanese Yen 0.002592 0.002774 Sri Lankan Rupees 2.154 Bangladesh Taka 3.703 Australian Dollar 267.180 Kenyan Shilling 0.003227 0.003227 Indian Rupees 4.679 Philippines Peso 6.513 US Dollar Buying 286.250 Korean Won 0.000267 0.000282 Pakistani Rupees 2.852 Pakistan Rupee 2.795 Malaysian Ringgit 0.086000 0.092000 Bahraini Dinar 763.650 GOLD Bangladesh Taka 3.622 Nepalese Rupee 0.002964 0.003134 UAE Dirham 78.100 20 Gram 245.500 Philippines Pesso 6.322 Pakistan Rupee 0.002694 0.002974 Saudi Riyal 76.600 10 Gram 124.000 Cyprus pound 691.420 Philippine Peso 0.006422 0.006702 *Rates are subject to change 5 Gram 64.000 Japanese Yen 3.750 BUSINESS WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2014 Oil prices soften as supply fears ease

KAMCO Oil Market Monthly Report

KUWAIT: Oil prices dipped for the second consecutive half of this year at around $7.30/b, as stated in OPEC latest mated to have increased their supplies by 1.49 million b/d 30.23 million b/d, compared with 30.77 million b/d for the month in a row across most baskets as the crude oil mar- Monthly Oil Report. The Brent/WRI spread stood at an during 2014, the highest recorded supply growth from last comparable period a year earlier. ket perceived the risk of supply disruptions fading, while a average of $5.18/b during August compared to an aver- this region. Growth in oil supply is also expected to come, Nigeria, Saudi Arabia and Angola have led the increase supply overhang and dull refinery demand drove prices age of $3.77/b in the previous month. although to a relatively minor magnitude, from Latin in crude oil production during the month adding a total down for two consecutive months. Besides, speculators America, Africa, Russia, China and OECD Asia Pacific. On of 680,000 b/d compared to last month; while on the oth- continued to sharply cut net long positions amid ample World oil demand the other hand, other Asia and the former Soviet Union er hand, crude oil production from Iran and Venezuela supply and low demand. Total world oil demand growth for 2014 was revised are expected to see supply declines during 2014; howev- experienced a decline in August-14 for a total of 34,000 OPEC Reference Basket dropped to an average of down by 50tb/d and is estimated at 1.05 million b/d, or an er, as indicated in OPEC Monthly Report, these declines b/d, therefore had no major impact on the increased level $100.8/b in August, the lowest level seen since May 13, increase of 1.17 percent, to stand at 91.19 million b/d are expected to be at a slower pace as compared to 2013 of production. Saudi Arabia share of production during down by a substantial $4.85/d or around 4.6 percent compared to 90.14 million b/d for the year 2013. due to the commencement of new projects, whereas pro- August-14 stood at 32.2 percent to register a production below last month’s price when it reached an average of According to OPEC Monthly Report, the forecast was duction forecast in the Middle East remains associated of 9.98 million b/d as compared to 9.8 million b/d in July- $105.6/b, and closed the month at $99.9/d. On a YTD revised down mainly due to weaker-than-expected per- with a high level of risk, mainly due to the political situa- 14, followed by Iraq, Kuwait and UAE at 10 percent (or basis, the basket’s value was 0.51 percent lower compared formance of the OECD region in 1H-14; as well, other mar- tion. Total OECD supply is expected to see one of the 3.01 million b/d), 9.3 percent (or 2.89 million b/d) and 9.2 with the same period one year earlier, standing at ginal downward revisions were also accounted for in highest supply growth since 2003 to an estimated aver- percent (or 2.84 million b/d) respectively, while Iran’s $104.78/b compared to an average of $105.32/b a year Other Asia and Latin America. The growth in oil demand age of 23.70 million b/d during 2014, an increase of 1.50 share of production dropped to 9.0 percent compared to ago. According to OPEC Monthly Report, the forecast was for 2014 is driven in part by OECD Americas higher oil million b/d on the back of re-evaluation of individual last month’s level of 9.4 percent, with a lower output by revised down mainly due to weaker-than-expected per- demand of around 0.15 million b/d given the growing countries’ supply profiles. 30,000 b/d. The share of production by the GCC states formance of the OECD region in 1H-14; as well, other mar- usage in the industrial and transportation sectors, yet represented 58.8 percent or 16.44 million b/d of total ginal downward revisions were also accounted for. partly affected by fuel substitution with other commodi- Total non-OPEC production OPEC-11 which stood at 27.9 million b/d in August. The major part of the anticipated growth in world oil ties. On the other hand, European oil demand is estimat- Non-OPEC oil supply growth is expected to continue demand for 2014 is mainly originated from India, Latin ed to show a contraction of around 0.19 million b/d in in 2015 and to expand by 1.24 million b/d to average at Kuwait Energy to invest more in Iraq America, Middle East (particularly Saudi Arabia) and 2014, corresponding to the continuing economic con- 57.16 million b/d supported mainly by higher oil supply Iran is currently negotiating to export natural gas to China. cerns in some parts of the region mostly in countries from OECD Americas, Latin America and China, partly off- Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Ali Majedi, Iran’s deputy oil minis- OPEC production increased by 3 percent during which struggle with the reduction of their public debt. set by expected decline in supply from FSU and Africa. ter for international Affairs and trade, said “Of course the August-14, to stand at 31.03 million b/d, a jump of 0.89 Besides, Asia Pacific oil demand is seen to contract by Supply growth from OECD countries is expected to aver- volume of gas requested by them is not as much as the million b/d compared to last month. This surge in oil out- around 0.13 million b/d, primarily owing to Japan substi- age at 1.06 million b/d during 2015, the largest from volume of gas which is currently exported to Iraq and put came mainly from a higher production by KSA, Iraq, tuting fuel and crude burning for electricity generation among the non-OPEC suppliers. Turkey.” A new five-year development plan, or Kuwait Nigeria, Angola and Libya all together adding a total of with natural gas and coal. Moreover, the major part of the Development Plan (KDP) for 2015-2020 was announced 0.87 million b/d during the month, while slightly offset by anticipated growth in world oil demand for 2014 is mainly OPEC production & spare capacity earlier in August with a focus on economic reform and the the lower production in Iran and Venezuela. originated from India, Latin America, Middle East (particu- OPEC production increased by 3 percent during implementation of several long-stalled mega strategic Saudi Arabia’s share of production during August-14 larly Saudi Arabia) and China, all together accounting for August-14, to stand at 31.03 million b/d, a jump of 0.89 projects, a senior government official said. The plan, stood at 32.2 percent to register a production of 9.98 mil- an increase of 0.96 million b/d in oil consumption, or million b/d compared to last month. This surge in oil out- which includes the establishment of joint Public Private lion b/d as compared to 9.8 million b/d in July-14, fol- around 91 percent of the total expected increase in world put came mainly from a higher production by KSA, Iraq, Partnership (PPP) projects with capital exceeding KD 8bln, lowed by Iraq, Kuwait and UAE at 10 percent (or 3.01 mil- oil demand for the year. Nigeria, Angola and Libya all together adding a total of was debated and approved by the cabinet but, must still lion b/d), 9.3 percent (or 2.89 million b/d) and 9.2 percent Total world oil demand for 2015 is projected to 0.87 Mb b/d during the month, while slightly offset by the be approved by the parliament. (or 2.84 million b/d) respectively, while Iran’s share of pro- expand at a higher rate than the previous year, growing lower production in Iran and Venezuela. Saudi Arabia’s oil exports reached 1.6 billion barrels in duction dropped to 9.0 percent compared to last month’s by 1.19 million b/d from the 2014 level to average around During the month of August-14, OPEC was producing the first seven months of the current year (2014) with pro- level of 9.4 percent, with a lower output by 30,000 b/d. 92.38 million b/d. The expected growth level in 2015 of at 83.5 percent compared to a production rate of 82.4 ceeds amounting to SR657 billion, local media said quot- The share of production by the GCC states represented around 1.31 percent implies an increase of 0.14 million percent a month earlier, while the largest OPEC oil pro- ing an expert. Meanwhile, domestic consumption during 58.8 percent or 16.44 million b/d of total OPEC-11 which b/d from the growth forecasted for this year. According to ducer Saudi Arabia was operating at 79.8 percent of its the same period is expected to stand at nearly 475 million stood at 27.9 million b/d in August-14. OPEC Monthly Oil Report, Non-OECD countries are capacity along with Iraq at 84.7 percent. The total spare barrels, or 23 percent of the total output, Fahad bin expected to lead oil demand growth with 1.20 million capacity by OPEC countries stood at around 6.13 million Jumaa was quoted by Al-Riyadh daily. Kuwait oil prices b/d in total demand while OECD nations are predicted to b/d, or around 16.5 percent of total capacity. President Hassan Rouhani said that the country’s oil Kuwait Blend Spot Price FOB averaged $101.5/b, down show a marginal drop of 30 tb/d. The key factor affecting Total OPEC crude oil production averaged 31.03 Mn and gas output capacity will be increased. President from an average of $105.7/b in July-2014, and closed the the world oil demand projections in 2015 remains the b/d in August-2014, representing an increase of 0.89 mil- Rouhani said made the remarks in a press conference. In month at $100.7/b. Meanwhile, European Brent Blend progress of economic development in major economies lion b/d compared to the previous month. OPEC crude oil the field of energy, government has made lots of efforts Spot Price FOB averaged around $101.6/b, from an aver- around the globe. production, excluding Iraq, averaged 27.9 million b/d, to sell oil and gas liquids to the extent the country need- age of $106.9/b recorded during July-2014. The basket Total non-OPEC supply is estimated to have averaged higher by around 3 percent compared to last month’s lev- ed as you see we are under the sanctions. closed the month at $101.1/b. 55.91 million b/d by the end of 2014, an increase 1.68 mil- el. However, on a year-to-date basis, OEPC crude oil aver- Oil Minister Bijan Namdar Zanganeh announced that After touching a year low of about $5.80/b in July, the lion b/d or 2.83 percent. This growth is mainly attributable age monthly production for YTD-Aug-14 saw a decline of Iran will soon start gas supplies to Oman as per the agree- WTI/Brent spread bounced back to levels seen in the first to higher oil supply from OECD Americas which is esti- 1.8 percent or around 546,000 b/d to average around ment reached between the two countries. Ruble plunges, authorities tell Russians not to panic Ruble to fall even after any intervention

MOSCOW: Russian authorities told people not to panic yesterday as the battered ruble plunged to record lows, floored by tensions with the West over Ukraine, new sanctions and falling oil prices. The national currency fell to a record level of 38.82 rubles per dollar after weakening on Monday to below 38 against the dollar for the first time. And it broke through the symbolic level of 50 rubles per euro for the first time for several months. The ruble has slumped as investors fret about the impact of ever more stringent Western sanctions on the economy, which is already teeter- BERLIN: This photo taken on April 24, 2014 shows the popular car pick-up service ing on the verge of recession. Uber application in Berlin. German court lifts ban on Uber car pick-up service Ordinary Russians said they were concerned yesterday. — AFP that a weaker ruble would drive up inflation and make foreign trips and foreign-currency-denomi- nated purchases an increasingly unaffordable lux- German court lifts ban on ury. Deputy foreign minister Alexei Moiseyev sought to put on a brave face, saying authorities Uber car pick-up service were taking steps to curb inflation. “Don’t panic,” he said yesterday. The euro was BERLIN: The controversial but popular car demonstrated. Uber was defiant after the ini- worth 50.11 rubles at 0754 GMT on Tuesday, pick-up service Uber claimed a victory in tial nationwide ban was levelled in late almost one ruble more than its value the day Germany yesterday when a court threw out August even though it faced a fine of 250,000 before. The Russian currency is still worth slightly an injunction levelled against its operations euros ($324,000) every time it flouted it. more than at its lowest point in spring of 50.22 in Europe’s biggest economy. The company has been operating in five rubles to the euro after Russia’s annexation of The regional court in Frankfurt ruled that German cities, including Berlin and Frankfurt, Crimea in March. Since the start of September, the there was no need for an urgent temporary since early 2013 and has trumpeted a major dollar has gone up 1.70 rubles in value. Yesterday ban against the San Francisco-based firm, surge in business since the injunction. afternoon the ruble slightly recovered to 38.48 which allows passengers to summon cars But it has faced fierce opposition from against the dollar and 49.94 against the euro. using an app on their smartphones at prices local taxi companies, which have invoked “The ruble has come under renewed fire over MOSCOW: A man runs near a currency exchange office in central Moscow yesterday. Russia’s that significantly undercut rival taxi compa- court injunctions with some success. the past few weeks. Since the start of September, ruble plunged to record lows yesterday, breaching the symbolic level of 50 rubles per euro nies. The decision means Uber can resume Following the Frankfurt ruling last month, it has fallen by four percent against the dollar and pressured by concerns about new Western sanctions over Ukraine. — AFP operating legally in Germany, but must await the head of the group’s Western European three percent against its dollar/euro basket,” said a final ruling on a complaint by the taxi feder- operations, Pierre-Dimitri Gore-Coty told AFP Capital Economics. “The latest drop means that ation as to whether it has the necessary per- the company was “examining ways of chang- the ruble has now fallen by 15 percent against the Venezuela airline crisis mits to run a business. The judges handed the ing the service” to comply with German law. dollar since the start of the year, the biggest fall of company a reprieve but indicated it still had “We fought the same battle one and a half any major emerging market currency with the serious qualms about Uber’s business model. years ago” in the United States, he said. Uber exception of the Argentine peso.” The central bank makes travelers inventive has been cutting its forex intervention as it gears “The court still considers it to be unlawful is expanding at a rapid clip and now operates CARACAS: Buses across jungle borders, boats private planes or find a rare seat on a commer- that Uber brings trip requests to drivers who in more than 100 US cities. It has a foothold up to allow the national currency to float freely from 2015. through Caribbean waters and private flights cial flight are taking more laborious trips across don’t have permits under passenger trans- in 42 countries, with a strong presence in the from small airfields have become a new norm land and sea. On a recent morning at Caracas’ port law and thus incites drivers to break the Asia-Pacific region. ‘Rest less, work more’ for departing Venezuela as a multi-billion dollar tiny Rutas de America bus terminal, 39-year-old law,” it said in a statement. But it said that a But its move into Europe has encountered pay dispute turns the country into something of Yane Gonzalez was about to take a four-day trip temporary injunction was a legal measure opposition from taxi companies, including Banking analyst Mikhail Kuzmin of Investcafe.ru said the central bank did not have a ‘no-fly’ zone. across the Andes via Colombia to the Peruvian only to be issued when there was a “critical, protests from London cabbies and legal Major international airlines have slashed seat capital Lima thousands of kilometers away. urgent need”, which it said had not been injunctions also in France and Spain. — AFP the necessary firepower to stop the ruble’s slide, even if it wanted to do so. “To prop up the ruble availability by half since last year, pulling many “Of course I’d rather fly!” said Gonzalez, who exchange rate, you need very significant routes entirely in a spat with Venezuela’s social- was giving up her work selling snacks at a kiosk resources,” he told AFP. ist government about the repatriation of $3.6 in Caracas to begin a new life in Peru. “But we go Swiss banks urge EU deals “The central bank could risk spending a lot billion in ticket revenue. The dwindling supply to the airline and they have no seats.” over a month or two and then the ruble will fall has sent prices spiraling for available seats, and to root out tax cheats anyway.” But the weak ruble stands to benefit led to a surge of more inventive travel itineraries Currency complications exporters, particularly those selling oil for dollars, via circuitous routes and other means. The airline problem, the latest manifestation ZURICH: The head of Switzerland’s banking “We do not have such a solution with which will increase budget revenues, Kuzmin said. “I’ve never flown private but I had to because of multiple strains across the Venezuelan econo- association urged the government yesterday France, with Italy, with Spain and that is clear- “For the Russian economy there is also a plus-citi- you just can’t get a normal flight,” said Orinda my, derives from a government requirement to strike deals with European neighbours to ly a priority for us,” SBA Chief Executive Pamfil, 23, at the small, exclusive Charallave air- that domestic ticket sales be in local currency. root out untaxed money in the country and Claude-Alain Margelisch told a news confer- zens will be more likely to go on holiday and port in hills outside Caracas. Some 24 airlines have built up the equivalent make it easier for Swiss banks to do business ence. Switzerland’s pledge to share data with spend money inside the country.” abroad. Switzerland has all but abandoned other governments from an as yet unclear But ordinary Russians said an increasingly Unable to find a commercial ticket to the of $3.6 billion in bolivars but are unable to con- banking secrecy by joining the ranks of coun- date represents an informal deadline for itself weakening ruble was putting the squeeze on their United States, she was lucky to be traveling to vert that money into hard currency, according to tries committed to sharing tax information as well as European neighbours. finances. “It’s a disgrace, I am very much worried,” Houston in a spare seat on a small plane owned the International Air Transport Association between governments. But it is mired in The country is keen for previously unde- Larisa Krasnopevtseva, a 53-year Muscovite, told by a friend of a friend. “It’s impossible for normal (IATA). This is due to delays in authorizations negotiations with several European countries clared foreign cash to stay within its borders, AFP. “The purchasing power of our ruble is drop- Venezuelans to travel,” she said, clutching from the government which, for over a decade, about how to deal with undeclared client while foreign governments are wary of the ping. It means I will rest less, work more and have designer luggage. Hiring a seven-seat private has operated strict foreign exchange controls. assets that are still held in Swiss bank new rules pushing the money to other off- worse medical care. I don’t know what’s behind plane, such as a Learjet 55, costs upwards of “The country unfortunately is disconnecting accounts. shore wealth centres which still guarantee this fall but I very much don’t like it.” Maria Bunina, $2,500 per hour, said private pilot Carlos da from the world economy and runs the risk of The country has reached withholding tax secrecy. 57, said she needed US dollars to travel abroad. Silva. Used to flying super-wealthy clients, he is deeper isolation,” said Jason Sinclair, an IATA deals with Britain and Austria, under which The Swiss government is in talks over bilat- “Nearly all my money now is spent on food and now receiving calls from groups of middle-class spokesman. “It simply is not sustainable for the nearly 30,000 Swiss account holders came for- eral deals with Italy and France, a spokesman utilities,” she told AFP. “A trip to France is my dream Venezuelans looking to share costs. airlines to fly to a country where they cannot be ward last year to pay tax on assets they had for Switzerland’s State Secretariat for but it’s very expensive.” The United States and “There’s been a surge in demand because paid.” Negotiations are underway and around a previously kept hidden from their taxman at International Financial Matters said. However, European Union last week hit Russia with tough people are desperate,” added another pilot third of the airlines have reached agreements in home. The government has yet to reach there were currently no talks on Spain over a new sanctions over Moscow’s “unacceptable Nicolas Veloz who estimated demand was up at principle but the terms are incomplete and “lack agreements with other key European neigh- similar agreement. Disagreements over inheri- least 20 percent in recent months. any form of guarantees”, Sinclair said. bours, an urgent need for its banks, the head tance tax and how to tax foreign citizens who behaviour” in Ukraine. Russian President Vladimir “They have business, school, health issues International airlines have cut seat availabili- the Swiss Bankers Association (SBA) said, as commute into Switzerland are some of the Putin, who enjoys popular support in a country such deals can smooth the way for Swiss issues believed to be holding up deals with where all the main television channels are state- abroad. Sometimes people just have to get out ty in and out of Venezuela by 49 per cent on last banks to do business in these markets. France and Italy. —Reuters controlled, dismissed sanctions and said they in an emergency.” Venezuelans unable to afford year, IATA said. —Reuters would do “more good than harm.” — AFP BUSINESS WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2014 To US consumers, China’s Alibaba is a non-entity

NEW YORK: The vast majority of Americans have marketplace Taobao and payment service Alipay. million, according to estimates from research our business in Europe and in the US,” able. Foreign stores from IKEA Group, of never heard of Alibaba, the Chinese e-commerce US businesses can buy bulk supplies from China firm Kantar Media. founder Jack Ma told journalists on Sweden, to Fast Retailing Co’s Uniqlo, of company which is on the verge of potentially through its alibaba.com portal. Of course, many US consumers are driven by a Monday. “We will not give up the Asia mar- Japan, have established footholds in the the world’s largest initial public offering. As a company relatively unknown in the good bargain. Shannon Tanzer, a poll participant ket because, as I would say, we are not a United States despite being more or less An Ipsos poll conducted for Thomson Reuters United States, Alibaba could struggle to win in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, said she had never company from China, we are an Internet unknown to Americans beforehand. So found that 88 percent were not aware of Alibaba much business there, advertising and brand hear of Alibaba but could be swayed to try. “I company that happened to be in China.” have foreign digital companies like online Group Holding, which on Monday raised the experts said. Consumers pay for goods online just want the best price,” she said. Whatever it decides to do, its lack of streaming music service Spotify, which is price range of its initial public offering. The IPO, with credit or debit cards, and are often reluctant The poll’s margin of error was 2.8 percent and brand recognition is hardly insurmount- Swedish. —Reuters expected later this week, could overtake the cur- to do business with companies they’ve never 1,604 people were surveyed. An Alibaba rent record, Agricultural Bank of China Ltd’s heard of, particularly after recent high-profile spokesman declined to comment, citing the $22.1 billion listing in 2010. hacking problems, said Sarita Bhatt, former glob- company’s quiet period before the IPO. A juggernaut in China, Alibaba sells more al head of strategy at Havas Worldwide, a New than both Amazon.com Inc and eBay Inc com- York-based advertising agency. STARTING SMALL bined. It is responsible for 80 percent of online Both Amazon and Ebay spend heavily to help Alibaba’s precise plans for growing in the sales in the world’s second biggest economy. It win the recognition and trust of consumers: last United States are unclear, and the IPO itself operates or works with a number of different year, Amazon.com dedicated roughly $300 mil- could raise Alibaba’s profile. businesses there including consumer online lion to advertising while eBay spent about $50 “After being listed in the US, we will develop

Burgan Bank offers Saudi Riyal X-Change Card

KUWAIT: On the occasion of Hajj season, chased to protect customers from currency Burgan Bank announced yesterday that it is fluctuation. offering the Saudi Riyal X-Change Card for To find out more about Burgan Bank’s free to Pilgrims. Moreover, the card will new offers for the X-Change cards or any of also be available instantly in the Airport its products and services, customers can vis- branch for more convenience for Hajj trav- it any of the bank’s branches or contact the elers. Burgan Bank’s multi-currency X- call center on 1804080. For more informa- Change card will retain the same value of tion, customers can also log onto the bank’s the exchange rate at which it was pur- website on www.burgan.com. WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2014 BUSINESS Islamic finance body AAOIFI gets new boss

MANAMA: The Bahrain-based Accounting regulators and the Kuala Lumpur-based Merah most recently worked with new framework for disclosing financial data, year it withdrew its certification from two and Auditing Organisation for Islamic Islamic Financial Services Board (IFSB). Solidarity Saudi Takaful Company and while possibly revising standards for takaful technology providers without giving a pub- Financial Institutions (AAOIFI) has appoint- Meanwhile, Islamic finance has exposed before that with Riyadh-based Jadwa (Islamic insurance), investment accounts lic explanation. ed a new secretary-general, as the standard- itself to criticism over issues such as the Investment, according to his profile on and other products. Other industry bodies have accelerated setting body looks to keep its influence in boards of sharia scholars who vet products LinkedIn. Between 2004 and 2008 he was AAOIFI also said it would develop a stan- their efforts to provide more guidance to an increasingly challenging environment. for religious permissibility. The scholars are department manager for the sharia board dard covering the operations of sharia the market. The IFSB is revising its guide- Saudi Arabian national Hamed Hassan highly paid by the banks they supervise, secretariat at Saudi Arabia’s Bank Albilad. He boards. But such efforts have not been lines on the supervision of Islamic financial Merah has been chosen for the post, AAOIFI creating concern about the possibility of has authored two books and several completed. The body has not so far played institutions around the world, helping to said in a statement late on Monday, replac- conflicts of interest. research papers on Islamic financial prod- an active role in an industry-wide effort to tighten regulatory oversight. ing Khaled Al Fakih, who left the organisa- A complex organisation with over 200 ucts. bridge differences between accounting The General Council for Islamic Banks tion in May after two and a half years in institutional members from more than 45 practices in Islamic and conventional and Financial Institutions, a non-profit charge. countries, AAOIFI has sometimes struggled New framework finance. organisation headquartered in Manama, is Established in 1990, AAOIFI issues guide- to address such difficult issues quickly. “We are very confident that he will steer The International Accounting Standards expanding its activities beyond the Gulf. It lines that are followed wholly or in part by Established in 1990, it has issued a total AAOIFI towards greater accomplishment Board began a consultation with Islamic appointed a new secretary-general in Islamic financial institutions around the of 88 standards covering sharia compliance, and success...and enhancing its global posi- finance stakeholders this year, aiming to March. world. accounting and auditing. But only two of tioning,” said Shaikh Ebrahim Bin Khalifa Al remove uncertainties over the application AAOIFI standards have been adopted, in But as Islamic banking has grown global- those standards have been issued in the last Khalifa, chairman of AAOIFI’s board of of its standards, but AAOIFI has been absent full or in part, by jurisdictions including ly over the last several years, other standard- three years, while other Islamic finance trustees. from discussions. Bahrain, the Dubai International Financial setting bodies have become increasingly organisations have ramped up their efforts Under its previous secretary-general, AAOIFI has branched out into offering a Centre, Jordan, Lebanon, Qatar, Sudan and active and influential, including national as the industry goes global. AAOIFI had said it would look to develop a service to certify financial software, but last Syria. —Reuters China overseas investment soars as FDI drops again

BEIJING: China’s outbound investment three laws governing overseas companies more than doubled in August to $12.62 bil- and Sino-foreign joint ventures. lion, data showed yesterday, far outstrip- “By revising the laws, we hope to... cre- ping foreign direct investment (FDI) into ate a more stable, transparent and pre- the country, which fell to a four-year low. dictable legal environment for foreign China has been actively acquiring for- investment in China,” he told reporters. eign assets, particularly energy and For the first eight months of the year, resources, to power its economy, with firms China’s ODI was up 15.3 percent at $65.17 encouraged to “go out” and make overseas billion. acquisitions to gain market access and In that period, investment into the EU international experience. Officials have soared 257.1 percent, leaped 116.7 percent said overseas direct investment (ODI) could into Japan, and increased 73.3 percent into exceed FDI this year. Russia, the ministry said without giving The 112.1 percent year-on-year increase totals. in ODI announced by the commerce min- It climbed 16.0 percent into the US, istry was a dramatic contrast to the 14.0 reaching $3.26 billion. Ministry officials percent fall in FDI, which sank to $7.20 bil- were unable to explain immediately the lion. Both sets of figures exclude invest- huge monthly increase. ment in financial sectors. Also in the first eight months, FDI was FDI was also less than July’s $7.81 billion down 1.8 percent year-on-year at $78.34 and was the lowest since July 2010, when it billion. stood at $6.92 billion. Commerce ministry It slumped 43.3 percent from Japan- spokesman Shen Danyang denied any link which is embroiled in territorial and historic to Beijing’s multiple probes into foreign rows with Beijing-to $3.16 billion, fell 17.9 companies. percent from the EU to $4.20 billion, and Chinese authorities have in recent dropped 16.9 percent from the US to $2.08 months launched anti-monopoly, pricing billion. and other inquiries into scores of foreign But from South Korea-which has been firms in sectors ranging from auto manu- enjoying closer diplomatic ties with China- facturing and pharmaceuticals to baby it climbed 31.3 percent to $3.02 billion, and milk. from Britain it rose 18.9 percent to $850 The investigations have raised concerns million. among investors that Beijing is targeting China’s economy expanded 7.7 percent overseas companies. in 2013, the same as 2012 — the worst BEIJING: People walk past a construction site in Beijing yesterday. China’s outbound investment more than doubled in August to But Shen denied any connection pace since 7.6 percent in 1999. 12.62 billion USD, data showed yesterday, far outstripping foreign direct investment (FDI) into the country, which fell to a four- between the investigations and the fall in Beijing’s official growth target for this year low. —AFP FDI. “They are not related,” he said, declin- year is 7.5 percent, also the same as in 2013, ing to comment further. while gross domestic product grew 7.4 per- But he added that China plans to revise cent in the first half of this year. —AFP Xi to launch $1.4bn port city in S Lanka China to enhance cooperation in maritime, business

COLOMBO: Chinese President Xi Jinping help has been in limbo since India pri- affairs under any excuse,” Xi said Beijing and is expected to finalise more than 20 arrived in Sri Lanka yesterday to launch vately objected to its chosen venue, the has consistently supported Colombo in agreements on trade and aid. Beijing has construction of a Beijing-funded $1.4 bil- eastern port district of Trincomalee. its efforts to resist a UN investigation into already financed the construction of Sri lion port city and seek closer defence ties Trincomalee is a natural deep-sea har- alleged war crimes against Tamil Tiger Lanka’s second international airport and a that could provoke unease in neighbour- bour which allied forces used as a staging rebels, while India has pushed Sri Lanka deep sea port in the southern district of ing India. China is increasingly asserting post during World war II. It is still consid- to ensure accountability. Hambantota, the home constituency of its influence in the Indian Ocean, with Sri ered strategically important. President Rajapakse. The ambitious port Lanka a midway point on one of the Xi also said no country should be ‘Nothing to fear’ city project being developed by the Sri world’s busiest international shipping allowed to intervene in the affairs of the Xi was greeted by President Mahinda Lanka Ports Authority with Chinese back- lanes. It is already the largest investor in small island nation, which has historically Rajapakse as he arrived in Colombo in a ing will include a luxury marina and a BALI: Indonesian scavengers collect items from a garbage dump in Sri Lanka, having financed the construc- come under India’s influence. “China... ceremony involving dozens of school- Formula One race track. Denpasar on the resort island of Bali yesterday. The Indonesian economy tion of a deep-sea port elsewhere and an resolutely opposes any move by any children and elephants. He will hold talks Authority chief Priyath Bandu has expanded at around six percent in recent years but it has been easing in international airport. Xi will today kick off country to interfere in Sri Lanka’s internal with Rajapakse during the two-day visit, Wickrama said the port would be “based the past 12 months due to slowing demand for commodity exports, and construction of the new port city, to on commercial interests”. interest rate hikes in 2013 during emerging market turmoil. —AFP include the country’s first Formula One “We will not allow our ports for any track. In a letter published on the front military purposes,” he told AFP. “There is page of Sri Lanka’s state-run Daily News nothing for anyone to fear.” The Chinese OECD vows to ‘change the yesterday, Xi said he wants to “enhance president arrived from the neighbouring exchanges and cooperation between us Maldives, where he secured support for game’ with new tax rules in maritime, business, infrastructure, his “21st century maritime silk road”-an defence, tourism and other areas”. The initiative that seeks to secure trade reference to defence came despite the routes, largely through economic diplo- PARIS: The OECD yesterday put forward new pro- and profits are booked in countries where taxes repeated insistence of Sri Lankan officials macy, and already has Colombo’s back- posals it said would “change the rules of the game” are low. that relations were based on commercial ing. During his visit Xi will commission for companies which avoid paying huge amounts One issue addressed by the new proposals is rather than security considerations, an the third phase of a 900-megawatt coal of tax by exploiting international loopholes. this so-called “transfer pricing”, which can also apparent attempt to allay Indian fears. Sri power plant China has built on the Pascal Saint-Amans, head of tax at the OECD, involve units of companies paying ‘royalties’ to Lanka’s economic development minister island’s northwestern coast. China also said that 44 countries representing 90 percent of another unit of the business in countries with Basil Rajapakse said ahead of the visit his faces competition for influence in the the world economy had agreed on the need to more favourable tax regimes. country’s close ties with China should not region from Japan, which relies on the stop companies taking advantage of different The EU argues this is how companies are able be a cause for concern in India. same maritime trade routes. regimes by means of what are known as tax opti- to pay less tax than they should in Ireland, the “We are looking for trade, investment Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe misation strategies. Many of these strategies are Netherlands and Luxembourg, while the OECD and tourism,” Rajapakse told AFP. “India is travelled to Sri Lanka earlier this month, legal, but are sometimes at the limit of the law. The estimates US companies have hidden some $2 tril- also looking to China so I do not see any- securing an agreement that the two seven items of the action plan will “change the lion (1.5 trillion euros) in Bermuda using this tech- thing wrong in our having close ties with KATUNAYAKE: China’s President Xi Jinping (L) and his wife Peng countries would forge stronger maritime rules of the game” to ensure companies pay taxes nique. them.” Liyuan wave as they arrive at the Bandaranaike International links. The OECD also called for an end to “hybrid where they make their profits, he told journalists at Some officials in New Delhi have Airport in the Sri Lankan town of Katunayake yesterday. India’s new Prime Minister Narendra the offices of the Organisation for Economic arrangements”, when a company plays off differ- voiced fears in the past that China’s grow- Modi, meanwhile, has embarked on a Cooperation and Development in Paris. ent tax systems to get advantages, and “treaty President Xi Jinping arrived in Sri Lanka September 16 where he ing engagement in the region is a delib- will launch construction of a Chinese-backed $1.4 billion port city regional charm offensive since taking The basic principle behind the proposals is that shopping”, where a company structures its busi- erate strategy to encircle India. A military office in May to restore relationships tax should be paid in the country where it is gener- ness to take advantage of more favourable tax as he promotes his vision of a “maritime silk road” in the face of aircraft maintenance facility which Sri growing competition from Japan and India. —AFP which critics say the previous govern- ated, and to prevent international tax agreements deals in different jurisdictions. Lanka sought to establish with Chinese ment neglected. —AFP intended to avoid double-taxation from being So far, 44 countries have adopted a “country by used to obtain double-tax deductions. country” model of declaration that would show Corporate tax avoidance, particularly by some the revenue, profit, staff and the tax paid in each multinational groups, has become a political hot state. Asian shares slip ahead of Fed decision potato since the financial crisis. But this will be given only to tax authorities Governments struggling to cope with budget and not made public, which threatens to “limit HONG KONG: Asian bourses were listless keep interest rates low for a “considerable edly fell in August by 0.1 percent, after six Motors. The Nasdaq Composite Index deficits have sought to close legal tax loopholes the effectiveness of the OECD’s plan of action” in early trade yesterday ahead of the US time” after ending its massive stimulus months of gains, while manufacturing tumbled 1.07 percent to 4,518.90, while for businesses. Giants such as Apple, Starbucks according to Friederike Roeder, the head of the Federal Reserve’s monetary policy meet- programme, based on continued weak- output fell 0.4 percent. the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose and Fiat are all in the EU’s cross-hairs over allega- French branch of anti-poverty charity ONE. ing, and as lingering concerns over ness in the labour market. A rate increase The data added to worries after China 0.26 percent to 17,031.14. European stocks tions they unfairly cut deals with Ireland, the The growth of the digital economy has also Chinese and US economic data weighed could hurt Asian markets, by making them reported over the weekend that industrial were also mixed, ahead of Scotland’s inde- Netherlands and Luxembourg which meant they made it increasingly difficult to crack down on heavily on global markets. US stocks fin- vulnerable to a selloff as the incentive for production stuttered in August, with pendence vote which has unnerved mar- paid lower tax rates. companies as they can now even shift intangible ished mixed Monday, with investors cau- investors to seek higher yields in regional growth dropping sharply to 6.9 percent, kets and kept investors at bay. The Hong The International Monetary Fund has warned assets such as intellectual property to avoid taxes, tious ahead of the Fed’s two-day mone- markets is reduced. the slowest pace in more than five years. Kong stock exchange cancelled its morn- that the “race to the bottom” in setting corporate the OECD said. tary policy meeting. Tokyo stocks were 0.33 percent lower The dollar was at 107.15 yen in Asian ing trading session as a powerful typhoon tax rates is particularly hurting already struggling The action plan will be presented to finance The meeting which opens Tuesday at the break after a long weekend, threat- trade compared with 107.18 yen in New swept past the city. developing economies. ministers for the G20 top economies at the next could see the US central bank adjust its ening to break a five-day rally. Shanghai York Monday afternoon. The euro bought Authorities raised the number-eight meeting in Cairns, Australia, on September 20-21. timing for raising benchmark interest was flat, Seoul edged up just 0.1 percent $1.2938 and 138.63 yen against $1.2940 typhoon warning-the third in a five-tier Attacking transfer pricing The OECD expects them to be formalised into rates, as critics say its nearly six-year-old and Hong Kong’s bourse was closed due and 138.69 yen in US trade. US stocks fin- system-which shutters schools and busi- Tax optimisation is based on many sophisticate legislation or some kind of mutlinational treaty zero rate policy is feeding asset bubbles to a typhoon warning. ished mixed Monday as the tech-rich nesses, but lowered it around 0300 GMT, techniques, one being to ensure by internal billing next year, when it will prevent a further eight pro- and possibly inflation. Official US data released Monday Nasdaq dropped more than one percent allowing the bourse to reopen in the after- procedures that costs arise in high-tax countries posals. —AFP The Fed has previously said it would showed industrial production unexpect- following a cautious report on Tesla noon. —AFP BUSINESS WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2014

KIB ATMs become Kuwait’s first to accept new bank notes

KUWAIT: Kuwait International Bank cus- on upgrading its expanding ATM network to tomers can now deposit their new Kuwaiti be fully compatible with the 6th issue of bank notes through ATMs at the bank’s main Kuwaiti bank notes and will spare no effort in headquarters, Daiya branch and Al-Zahra ensuring a smooth and secure transition for branch according to Khaled Falah Al-Ali, GM its customers. of KIB’s Retail Banking Unit. Al-Ali explained KIB routinely announces new products, that in addition to the three-mentioned loca- services and offers in accordance with Islamic tions, more ATMs will follow suit in the com- Shariah. ing period. The public can stay updated on KIB news The announcement comes as part of KIB’s by contacting “Al-DawliWeyak” at 1866-866, continued efforts to provide its customers visiting their website at www.kib.com.kw, or with the most convenient services at the ear- visiting their social media channels: liest possible time. Facebook.com/alDawliBank, Instagram& Al-Ali emphasized that KIB has been keen Twitter: @alDawliBank

Aramco, GE, TCS inaugurate Saudi’s first all-female business center

RIYADH: Saudi Aramco, GE (NYSE: GE), and Tata entities in the Kingdom, and our two partners targets of hiring over 100 women each and also Khaled Falah Al-Ali Consultancy Services (TCS) yesterday inaugurated Saudi Aramco and Tata Consulting Services on transferred business services to the center. the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s first all-female busi- creating this sustainable Saudi based entity that In the center’s first phases, around 300 ness process service center. The Riyadh-based will serve customers across the globe.” employees have been recruited. The employees center, which is supported by the Human Natarajan Chandrasekaran, CEO and MD of received over 80,000 hours of intensive training in URC is real estate Resources Development Fund Programs, comple- TCS, said: “Skills, talent and technology converge various disciplines. Nearly 90 of the Saudi recruits ments Saudi Arabia’s localization targets, and at the Kingdom’s first all-female business process are fresh graduates, while the rest have two to partner of OXAdventure strengthens local job creation and economic service center, which marks a new era for the IT four years of experience. diversification. and business process services industry in the The business process service center has Announced in September 2013, the all-female Kingdom. The center draws on the experience of already achieved over 70 per cent Saudization KUWAIT: United Real Estate Company (URC), which supports programs that engage our employee business process service center will TCS in providing shared services across global rate. The Saudi fresh graduates, who form part of the MENA region’s leading real estate devel- youth and promote education.By encourag- offer customers specialized Finance & Accounting, markets and clients in the Kingdom can now the workforce, were chosen from King Saud oper, announced its role as the Real Estate ing community involvement, URC identifies HR, Materials Supply and Office services to focus on their core competencies while partner- University, Princess Noura University, Imam Partner of ‘OXAdventure’, a non-profit organi- and supports organizations that strive to pro- improve their operational efficiency. The 3,200 ing with this venture. We thank our partners Saudi University and others. Over 1,200 candidates were zationthat seeks community development mote hands-on education and work experi- square meter facility will create up to 3,000 local Aramco and GE and look forward to their contin- interviewed for the jobs. projects abroad in partnerships with ence.” jobs for Saudi women within the next three years. ued support to scale up operations at the center.” All the recruits were also provided extensive local,non-profit associations in countries of The OXRwanda volunteers visited Rwanda Dr Tawfiq bin Fawzan Al Rabiah, minister of Saudi Aramco and GE are the initial clients of training on subjects such as communications, need. The organization provides a platform in August of this year for a period of two commerce and industry, Prince Saud bin Khalid, the center that will provide specialized business presentation skills, corporate etiquette, global for which youth cancontribute, volunteer and weeks.The initiativeconsisted of the restora- deputy governor of Saudi Arabian General services supporting the companies’ operations. culture, MS Excel skills and domain training to learn from experience. tion of four homes, which included painting, Investment Authority (SAGIA), Khalid Al Falih, Both organizations have already surpassed their ensure the highest levels of service efficiency. ‘OXRwanda’ is the organization’s latest ini- cementing and reconstructing deteriorating Saudi Aramco president and CEO, John Rice, GE’s tiativein the African country of Rwanda. The walls. It also includedcontributing a large Vice Chairman, Natarajan Chandrasekaran, CEO initiative entailed a two-week journey to number of books and laptops for students, as and MD of TCS and over 100 dignitaries from Saudi Rwanda toassist in the construction and reno- well as educational and teaching material for Arabian government entities and business execu- vation of homes andto provide educational- teachers. URC additionally contributed to two tives attended the official opening ceremony. support to those in need. The organization is school tuitions for a young girl and a Master’s Saudi Aramco president and CEO Khalid Al run by youth, and targetsparticipation from student, as well as furbishing homes and Falih, said: “The first all-female business process the youth of Kuwait. delivering used laptops, which had been col- service center in Saudi Arabia brings significant URC’s Executive Vice President, Ms. lected and repaired in Kuwait. The volunteers value to the Saudi economy and society. It helps Renimah Al-Mattarsaid, “URC is pleased to be had the opportunity to experience the nature address the challenge of creating jobs for talented the Real Estate Partner of the OXAdventure and history of Rwandaand the country’s and skilled Saudi female graduates, establishes a initiative. It is imperative that we encourage miraculous road to recovery. more diverse workforce, and boosts the competi- Kuwait’s youth to become involved in giving The next initiative organized by tiveness of Saudi Arabia.” back, volunteering and engaging in new OXAdventure will be taking place in Nepal John Rice, GE’s Vice Chairman, said: “Today’s experiences, especially on a global level. The from October 2 - 12, where volunteers will inauguration is proof of our commitment to sup- OXRwanda initiative has provided an educa- restore a school in the rural village of port the Kingdom’s priorities around human capi- tional platform where volunteers have the Katmandu, with an aim to provide a safer and tal development and the creation of employment opportunity to learn about different cultures, more productive educational atmosphere for opportunities for talented Saudi women. We are broaden their sense of philanthropy and the villages’ children. For more information on proud to be partnering with the Government humanity, as well as contribute positively to OXAdventure, please visit:http://www.oxad- those in need. URC’s involvement in this ini- venture.com. For further information about tiative is directly in-line with the company’s URC’s CSR programs, please visit Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) strategy, http://www.urc.com.kw/csr. GM’s Opel to cut Russia production as slowdown bites

BERLIN: Opel Group, the European arm of none of the carmakers producing in Russia will in the January-August period a year ago. General Motors, is cutting production and be able to escape output cuts,” said Tatiana “Russia was our third-biggest market last shedding around 500 jobs in Russia, hit by the Hristova, analyst at market research firm IHS year after the UK and Germany,” Opel Chief weak Russian rouble and a plunge in local Automotive. Executive Karl-Thomas Neumann said. “At the demand due to a slowing economy and Production of passenger cars and commer- moment, this market is locked into severe tur- Western sanctions. Opel said yesterday it cial vehicles may slump 14 percent this year to bulences.” Opel is sticking to its target of would cut production at its plant in St. 2.4 million autos, declining a further 6.5 per- reaching profitability in Europe by mid- Petersburg where it builds the Opel Astra and cent in 2015 to 2.24 million before rebounding decade, a spokesman for the automaker said. Chevrolet Cruze compact models, to one shift in 2016, Hristova forecast. “We believe in the long-term potential of per day from two. Russia but volume and prices are under strong It will also offer voluntary severance pack- Staff changes pressure and the rouble keeps devaluing. ages to about a quarter of the plant’s 2,000 Restructuring at Opel will also involve We’re now taking steps to minimize the risk staff and accelerate a move to use more local changes in senior personnel. Susanna Webber, and stay on course,” Neumann said. suppliers - a shift that will help it to cope with head of purchasing and logistics, will take the Going forward, Opel said it aimed to raise a weakening Russian rouble. helm of Opel’s Russian operations with imme- the proportion of locally-sourced components The rouble is this year’s biggest-declining diate effect, to be assisted by new vice presi- to 60 percent to wean itself off a dependence major emerging currency, having lost more dent Andy Dunstan, who was previously the on parts imported from the euro zone. Opel than 15 percent in value to hit a new low carmaker’s managing director in the country. declined to comment on the current level of against the US dollar yesterday. Western sanc- Opel, which sells the Opel, Chevrolet and locally produced car parts. Opel will invest in a tions against Russia over the crisis in Ukraine Cadillac brands in Russia, has seen its market new press and body shop in the Samara are causing further strains to carmakers. share in Russia fall to 7.8 percent in the first region so it can stamp body panels and “Demand has been in free fall recently, eight months of the year, down from 9 percent assemble them locally.—Reuters Biometric research shapes shopper marketing plans

DUBAI: As part of its endeavour to support innovation enables in-store campaigns to generate sales, while Amine across all business disciplines and marketing strategies, Issa, PhD from the Mayo Clinic Everest Research focused the Product of the Year [POY] brand recognition umbrella, on the integration of biometric research to reduce bias, renowned across 42 countries worldwide for supporting presenting available technologies in medical research that excellence in product innovation, organized the first-of- can help marketers unravel stronger consumer insights. its-kind POY Talk in Dubai last week. The discussion also involved Ms. Mariam Chahin The breakfast panel discussion, held on September 11 Marketing Director at Marks & Spencer, Al Futtaim Group, at MAKE Business Hub in Dubai Marina, was held under and Wael Habchi Group Shopper Marketing Manager at the theme ‘Getting under the Skin of Shoppers’, challeng- GlaxoSmithKline who spoke about the application of the ing the current and established ways of conducting shop- methodology in a live retail environment. per research to design in-store campaigns. Over 50 mar- Dory Kfoury, CEO - Middle East and Africa for Product of keting managers from the largest multinational and the Year, said: “As the world’s largest consumer-voted pro- regional clients in the consumer goods sector, including gram, we have always believed in understanding the con- POY’s local and regional partners, took part in the discus- sumers’ shopping behavior pattern and the company’s sion. and our partners’ marketing effectiveness and methodolo- Competitive Edge Research Reports, shows that 41% of gies. To understand the challenges of an oversupply of mid-market businesses have one or more big data proj- consumer data better, we initiated the POY Talk and we ects already in place, with another 55% planning to start are happy that our experts helped in highlighting this core one in near future. The challenge with having a large pool issue.” of consumer data to go through is in finding answers to He added: “We are confident that the participants businesses’ questions, that’s why according to this same found the POY Talk an enriching experience and they research, 80% agree they need to better analyze their unraveled some new ways of tackling consumer behavior expanding data collections. and formulating an effective in store marketing strategy - Renowned experts from various business spheres took and our endeavor was to facilitate this.” centre stage in the POY Talk, which focused on encourag- The Product of the Year Middle East award serves as a ing an overhaul of shopper behavior research and provid- shortcut for the shoppers in the supermarket as an ing added value to the POY partners. The panel discussion approved and trusted sign of innovation. For manufactur- tackled shopper marketing effectiveness to generate sales ers of the winning products, the POY recognition is a pow- by uncovering the latest research methodologies focused erful marketing message proven to increase product trial, on understanding consumers’ behavior. awareness, distribution and sales. Globally, POY has been Speakers included Roy Armale, Planning Director at working with over 100 multinationals and a number of Geometry, who shed light on biometric research that local and regional companies. technology WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2014 How to understand your computer

By Mark O’ Connell on in the book, Chandra makes a very interest- ing claim: many programmers and I.T. profes- I am pressing my fingertips down onto the keys sionals have no real idea how computers work, of my laptop, a sequence of movements that is either. Because they don’t need to, essentially; somehow making these words appear on a they need to make them perform specific tasks, screen in front of me. At some point, over the but they don’t need to understand how they next couple of days, once a sufficient number of perform them. Chandra goes on to provide a words has appeared on that screen in a manner I fairly thorough explanation of how computers can just about live with, I will sign in to my e-mail work-of the things that are physically caused to account and send a file containing them to an happen by these coded commands, the “medi- editor several thousand miles away. Not long ating dialect between human and machine.” He after that, you will be able to read these words devotes an entire chapter early in the book to on a screen much like the one I am looking at, or the language of logic that is the native tongue of perhaps on a smaller screen, one that you hold computer processors; this is the torrent of binary in the palm of your hand as a talisman against numbers, of ones and zeros, that constitutes the the passing minutes and hours. universal grammar of machines. Chandra even Let me ask you a question about all of this: goes so far as to include diagrams, as well as Do you have the slightest idea how any of it photographs of functioning logic gates con- works? Because I certainly don’t. My computer, structed from Legos, but my humanities-addled my phone, my mind-I don’t know what’s going mind went into a kind of automated retreat from on with any of these things. I don’t understand any sustained engagement with this applied them; I just use them. (And perhaps one of the abstraction. And this forced me to confront a effects of not understanding them, of just using form of illiteracy I don’t ordinarily acknowledge them, is not understanding the extent to which I as such, raising, in turn, the question of whether am used by them.) this glazing over is acceptable. Am I guilty of a I’ve been thinking about my deep ignorance peculiarly modern philistinism? of the technological world as a result of reading a new book by Vikram Chandra called “Geek COBOL Code MADRID: Gervais Pellissier (center), a chief executive officer delegate of Orange, Federico Colom (left), the finance director for Orange’s Spanish Sublime: The Beauty of Code, the Code of One of the most intriguing aspects of the unit and Jean Marc Vignolles (right), CEO of Orange Spain, gave a press conference in Madrid yesterday. French group Orange launched yester- Beauty.” Chandra is a major figure in the contem- book is its exploration of the layered impenetra- day a bid to extend its reach in a Europe-wide telecom turf war with an offer for Spanish fixed-line operator Jazztel. — AFP porary fiction of the Indian diaspora, the author bility of many of the computer programs that of “Red Earth and Pouring Rain” and “Sacred we unthinkingly rely on every day. The sleek Games,” novels epic in both scope and length; exterior of your Web browser, Chandra points but for as long as he has been writing fiction he out, often conceals a roiling chaos that nobody Startups ‘the rock has also been a programmer. This seems at first can fully decipher. “There are some areas of code like a curious combination of enterprises, and in running programs,” he writes, “that may as “Geek Sublime” is, among many other things, well be marked Here Be Dragons, and there are Chandra’s attempt to bring these undertakings some programs that have run for decades-at into focus in a single essayistic frame, to view universities, corporations, banks-that cannot be bands of business’? them in sympathy with, and in contrast to, each efficiently maintained or enhanced because other. The writing of code and the writing of fic- nobody completely understands how they tion exist for him in tense equipoise; “the stark work.” The Pentagon, ground zero of the Internet ‘Real secret sauce of Silicon Valley is not Facebook’ determinisms of code,” he writes, “were a wel- itself, uses to this day a piece of payroll-and- come relief from the ambiguities of literary nar- accounting software that “comprises about sev- rative.” en million lines of COBOL code, mostly written in AMSTERDAM: In the two years that Rockstart just becoming acquisitions. A recent report by the when things go wrong. the sixties.” The system hasn’t been updated in Accelerator - a private bootcamp for tech firms - has Economist Intelligence Unit for Barclays Bank Teams get a total of six months, including a trip many years, because its documentation has long been going, it says the 20 startups it has backed warned that the UK - far and away Europe’s most to Silicon Valley, at the shared office. “In 10 weeks since disappeared, and nobody now has a full have raised 15 million euros ($19 million) and creat- successful startup hub - risked becoming “a national I’m getting 10 years’ worth of exposure,” Deutsch understanding of what went into it in the first ed nearly 150 permanent jobs. “It’s cool to be in a start-up incubator supplying foreign multination- said. “If I wanted to raise 50k tomorrow I’d ask a place. (And how could they? Seven million lines startup there,” said Cralan Deutsch, a 44-year-old als.” “The potential downsides relate to the negotiat- mentor and they’d arrange an interview.” Roughly of code: that’s about 662 times the length of founder whose Rockstart-backed company has ing ability of the startups to get a good deal with every six months there is a “Demo Day” where each Milton’s “Paradise Lost,” and presumably it’s less been ticking over for a decade but joined the incu- the multinationals,” said Mike Wright, professor of cohort gets to pitch their businesses live. Venture interesting to read.) Chandra doesn’t belabor the bator for a revamp and access to new contacts. “It entrepreneurship at Imperial College, London, who capital investments in Europe are weak - running at analogy here, but it’s hard not to see this as a used to be, I go to a party and I tell the girls I’m in a contributed to the report. “It could be that the start- $7.6 billion last year, less than half their 2000 peak kind of synecdoche for a wider field of complexi- startup and they walk away - that’s changing now.” ups basically get screwed because the terms of the of around $20 billion - and Rockstart, like many oth- ty and uncertainty: we speak languages, and It’s an increasingly familiar story in Europe, deal are very much in the multinationals’ favor.” er bootcamps, hooks up with multinationals, exist within cultures, whose foundations and where hundreds of entrepreneurs have set up incu- including giants such as Microsoft. structures are often unconsidered or obscured bators that are adapting the Silicon Valley model to ‘Rock bands of business’ or unknown. “The past lives on,” Chandra writes, fast-track new companies. For Europe’s politicians, Seed and venture capital has financed young Secret sauce “under the shiny surface of the present, and the trend represents an economic bright spot, tech firms for decades. Bootcamps like Rockstart Though startups are hyped as disruptive and often, it is too densely tangled to comprehend.” bringing life to disused office space, new jobs, and offer added support, replicating a model that start- revolutionary, only a few have totally new business reflected geek chic. One EU-funded study from ed in 2005 with Silicon Valley firm Y Combinator, ideas. Rockstart’s firms are no different. Deutsch’s ‘Brogrammers’ March, by database Seed-DB, estimated startups whose 700 alumni include Dropbox, Reddit and company, which generates sales leads from track- This matter of hidden code, of obscured his- have created 3,500-4,500 jobs in Europe. Airbnb. In Europe, big names include TechStars ing web visits, competes with one now owned by tories, is central to the book in a larger sense. I Few, if any, of these firms will ever be Google or London and Startupbootcamp. Incubators have Google. Another Rockstart company is a bit like was surprised to learn of the formative role Facebook. Some will make money replicating suc- also been funded directly by multinationals such as crowdfunding site Kickstarter. A business from ‘Dhvani’ and ‘rasa’ played by women in the development of com- cessful ideas. Most will go nowhere, neither grow- Telefonica of Spain, Deutsche Telecom and Barclays. Colombia wants to help traditional taxi companies The book proceeds by a kind of loose dialec- puter science. The first programmable computer ing nor failing but limping along. But every year A few cultivate a celebrity vibe. Kneppers, a rival Uber, the car-sharing business that is encroach- tic, in which Chandra considers these discrete was designed by Charles Babbage, but it was his 100-200 in Europe are bought by rivals or much big- magazine publisher who flunked journalism school ing on many European markets. aspects of his intellectual life in separate chap- collaborator Ada Lovelace (daughter of Lord ger firms. The value of those deals is often not dis- in the mid-1980s, calls startups “the rock bands of Rockstart founder Kneppers and program direc- ters, but allows for a certain play and overlap Byron) who wrote the first-ever program, closed, but where it has been, the average purchase business.” Each Rockstart incubator programme is tor Rune Theill say the lack of originality doesn’t between them. The question of aesthetics pro- designed to run on a machine that was not com- prices have jumped, suggesting that the type of essentially an investment fund which devotes matter: The bootcamp is more about people than vides a crucial link, and he makes a persuasive pleted in either of their lifetimes. And the afore- ecosystem found in California’s Silicon Valley may 20,000 to 25,000 euros in cash to each startup and products. Often, the people are the products. Many case for the importance of elegance in the writ- mentioned COBOL (Common Business-Oriented finally be taking off in parts of Europe. takes an eight percent stake in each. This is split big companies buy startups because they want ing of code. There’s a tendency among some Language), one of the earliest standardized pro- 25:75 between the accelerator and its investors. It their founders to work for them, bringing in skills or programmers, though, to place their work in the gramming languages, is largely based on work No clear trends has had applications from 56 countries: firms com- innovative blood. same category as that of writers and musicians done in the nineteen-fifties by Grace Hopper, a The $2.5 billion that Mojang, the Swedish game pete for places. None of its potential returns have Italian Alberto Onetti runs a Brussels-backed and painters, and Chandra is, in the end, disin- computer scientist and USNavy rear admiral. The developer behind Minecraft, collected from yet been realized but on paper, it says the return on effort to help introduce startups to investors, partic- clined to indulge this conceit. For all its complex- programmers who worked on the US military’s Microsoft earlier this week is far from typical. But in investment on its two initial funds is about 185 per- ularly multinationals. “The real secret sauce of ity, the work of the programmer is always orient- first computer, the ENIAC (Electronic Numerical the first eight months of 2014, more than 100 cent. Silicon Valley is not Facebook and Google,” said ed toward an exactitude of language and a sim- Integrator and Computer), were all women, European venture-backed firms were sold to others It shares its canalside home in a 400-year-old for- Onetti, who also owns a mobile tech firm in plicity of function, whereas poetic forms of lan- recruited by the system’s exclusively male engi- in the industry. The average value of each deal mer merchant bank with an advertising agency. A California. Instead it is the so-called ‘acqui-hires’ big guage are concerned with much less quantifi- neers and managers. At the time, programming where a price was given - $420 million - is 80 per- poster marks the young companies’ shared space companies make each week, usually for between $5 able results. Chandra brings to bear Sanskrit aes- was mistakenly perceived as a kind of high-tech cent higher than the 10-year average of $233 mil- with the mantra, “I have not failed.” It’s a recurring and $25 million apiece. Typically, the product is thetic terms such as dhvani and rasa (which manual labor not unlike the tasks performed by lion, according to Thomson Reuters data. Prices are theme in many bootcamps. When things go wrong, “thrown away.” might be reductively translated as “resonance” telephone operators. In 1967, Chandra writes, volatile, and the number of deals is still far short of accept it, change your approach, and learn. and “affect,” respectively). “Code,” he writes, sum- Cosmopolitan published an article titled “The the United States, but prices have been higher for Plan B marizing the more facile equivalencies drawn Computer Girls,” in which Hopper was quoted as European firms. In the United States the average Motley bunch By fostering acqui-hires, Onetti said he is helping between the two forms of expression,is denota- saying that programming was “just like planning value so far this year, at $398 million, is about 70 The young entrepreneurs - many bearded and in “the wheel of innovation move fast.” If investors tive, [while] poetic language is centrally con- a dinner ... You have to plan ahead and schedule percent up on the 10-year average. headphones - tap away quietly at laptops. An Italian have an exit, they achieve returns and are happy to cerned with dhvani, that which is not spoken; everything so it’s ready when you need it. The data is partial and no clear trends are dis- snoozes in a beanbag after lunch. A whiteboard car- reinvest. A startup that has been acquired, if staffed the end purpose of code is to process and pro- Programming requires patience and the ability cernible. Even so, incubators like Rockstart - there ries graffiti mocking different founders or their by genuinely entrepreneurial people, will feed the duce logic, and any feeling this code arouses in to handle detail. Women are ‘naturals’ at comput- are around 100 of them in Europe, according to companies’ names. The founders are a motley process and its founders will move on and begin an immediate sense is a side effect ... Code may er programming.” Once it became clear that the website tech.eu - certainly help feed the market. bunch. Deutsch, the 44-year-old now impressing again. Company life-cycles are getting shorter. flirt with illegibility, but it must finally cohere log- pioneering work these women were doing was Funded variously by private wealth, government women at parties, grew up in 1980s Silicon Valley, Onetti said that concept has been slower to take ically or it will not work; the language of art can far more intellectual than mechanical, it was support and multinationals, they consolidate teams studied anthropology, and keeps a diary of his fail- root in Europe. Europeans are raised to favor stabili- fracture grammar and syntax, can fail to transmit quickly decided that, actually, the work would of talent and plug young businesses into invest- ures. Another entrepreneur wants to teach children ty and security. But “Prince Charming is not coming meaning but still cause emotion, and therefore be better suited to the more finely developed ment and expertise. As incubators seed more ven- to code through an app called Bomberbot - a play so we need to wake up the Sleeping Beauty and say successfully produce rasa. minds of men. And so the masculinization of the tures, they build an environment where businesses on an old Atari game, not combat drones. A third ‘Come on, what’s your Plan B?’” This is not to say that programming isn’t profession began, leading to the birth of geek can buy others, innovate and grow. That’s needed. has a Ph.D. in neuroscience and is building an e- The lack of finance beyond incubators means troubled by its own mysteries, its own illegibili- culture and the aspirational virility of gamers, Tech talent is in short supply. The European learning business around the theory that seven few companies grow big independently, and most ties; it’s just that, unlike the ambiguities of litera- tech entrepreneurs, and brogrammers.— Commission has said almost half a million tech minutes is the optimal attention-span. end up selling. Riccardo Osti, CEO of a Rockstart- ture, these are bugs rather than features. Early www.newyorker.com vacancies may come up next year. The businesses focus on a simple mantra: Find a backed e-commerce startup which recently sealed a “We’re not breeding startups to be bought,” said problem, propose a solution. Each team - Rockstart 200,000 euros investment, thinks that’s fine. “I mean, Rockstart founder Oscar Kneppers. “We do see a does not take on individuals - has a wall poster with we all run these companies because of a passion growing interest in corporates in getting access to neon post-it notes in boxes, some reading “high- about a certain topic but, on the other side, we do startups.” Bootcamps are no panacea. They may level concept” or “unfair advantage.” Another piece this for business,” said Osti. “I’d be happy to sell if a start things, but economists say Europe needs more of jargon reflects the defining moment of many a big brand would come and buy my company, if they firms to then grow bigger independently, instead of startup’s career: “pivot.” That’s what startups do offer a very good amount of money.” — Reuters Google reveals very first cheap Android smartphones

NEW YORK: Google has unveiled the first smart- These phones will all run close-to-stock Android phones to run on its Android One platform, a without heavy manufacturer customizations, standard designed to help push affordable and Google will be able to push software smartphones in the developing world. The initia- updates itself. This should avoid the situation tive kicks off in India, where Micromax, Spice, that arose a few years ago in other parts of the and Karbonn are all selling phones with 4.5-inch world, where low-powered phones were stuck screens, 1GB of RAM, 5-megapixel main and 2- on early versions of Android without any hope megapixel front cameras, 1.3GHz quad-core of an update, leaving customers unable to MediaTek processors, dual-SIM slots, microSD access new apps and services. Google has expandable storage, and FM radios. adopted a similar strategy at the higher ends of Android One devices will ship with support the market with its Nexus and Google Play edi- for more languages, including Hindi, and feature tion devices that run stock Android. more local publications in Google Play Indian customers on carrier Airtel will be able Newsstand. Google is also making a special ver- to download software updates, including the sion of YouTube available which will allow Indian upcoming Android L release, for the first six users to download videos and re-watch them months of ownership. Google and Airtel are also STRASBOURG, France: Director Romuald Ginhoux presents a Robotic Assistant for multiple times without incurring excessive data offering 200MB of data a month on top of the Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS). TMS-Robot is the first robot developed charges. The first phones are expected to retail regular cap for downloading apps from the Play specifically to assist researchers and health care professionals for the positioning of for 6,399 rupees ($105). Similarly inexpensive store. After India, Android One phones are set to a Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation coil and in a first-of-its-kind study, an interna- smartphones have been around for a while, but make their way to Indonesia, the Philippines, tional team of neuroscientists and robotics engineers have demonstrated the viabili- Android One represents a concerted effort from Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Nepal ty of direct brain-to-brain communication in humans. — AFP Google to put its stamp on the user experience. before the end of the year. — theverge.com WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2014 HEALTH & SCIENCE China to send 174 medics to ebola-hit Sierra Leone

GENEVA: China will send more medics to The announcement of China’s contribution Ebola-hit Sierra Leone to help boost labo- comes as US President Barack Obama was ratory testing for the virus, raising the total set yesterday to announce US efforts to number of Chinese medical experts there “turn the tide” in the Ebola epidemic. to 174, the UN said yesterday. “The most Washington plans to order 3,000 US mili- urgent immediate need in the Ebola tary personnel to west Africa, while US response is for more medical staff,” World advisors will train up to 500 health care Health Organization chief Margaret Chan providers per week in Liberia-the country said in a statement, hailing the Chinese hardest-hit by the epidemic. commitment. The International Federation of Red China has said it will dispatch a mobile Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) laboratory team to Sierra Leone, where meanwhile announced late Monday that it more than 500 people have died so far had opened its first Ebola treatment centre from Ebola. It will send a 59-person team in Kenema, one of the districts of Sierra from the Chinese Centre for Disease Leone worst affected by the deadly out- Control, including epidemiologists, clini- break. The centre, which is staffed with 19 cians and nurses, WHO said. “The newly international workers and 80 national announced team will join 115 Chinese employees, will have room for 60 patients, medical staff on the ground in Sierra Leone IFRC said. The first patients, including an virtually since the beginning,” Chan said, 11-year-old girl from Freetown, were stressing that the new commitment was “a already being treated there, it added. huge boost, morally and operationally.” The The tropical Ebola virus can fell its vic- Chinese contribution comes in response to tims within days, causing severe fever and WHO’s urgent appeal to countries around muscle pain, weakness, vomiting and diar- the globe to step up their assistance to rhea-in some cases shutting down organs help bring the raging epidemic under con- and causing unstoppable bleeding. No trol. licensed vaccine or treatment exists but The worst-ever Ebola contagion has health experts are looking at fast-tracking already killed more than 2,400 people in two potential vaccines and eight treat- West Africa since it erupted earlier this year. ments, including the drug ZMapp. —AFP

PARIS: A photo shows the new permanent exhibition “C3RV34U” at the “Cité des Sciences et de l’Industrie” dedicated to the human brain. —AFP Obama sends 3,000 troops to West Africa to combat Ebola $1.0 billion needed to fight Ebola: UN

WASHINGTON: US President Barack Obama will Liberian health care providers per week in how ing the epidemic and the US Agency for try to “turn the tide” on the Ebola epidemic yes- to safely handle and treat victims and their fami- International Development plans to allocate terday by ordering 3,000 US military personnel lies in a bid to shore up the country’s over- another $75 million to increase the number of to west Africa to curtail its spread as China also whelmed health infrastructure. The intervention Ebola treatment units and buy protective gear This handout photo taken on September 11, 2014 and released from Lort dispatched more experts to the region. The will involve an estimated 3,000 US military per- for health providers. In addition, the administra- Smith Animal Hospital on September 16 shows a goldfish named 'George' White House said Obama will travel to the sonnel, senior officials said, many working at a tion has asked Congress for a further $88 million. lying on the operating table after having a tumour removed during an oper- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in staging base for transit of equipment and per- The money is contained in a short term bill to ation in Melbourne. —AFP Atlanta-where US Ebola victims were treated-to sonnel. fund the government until mid-December make the announcement, meant to spur a glob- Washington will also send 65 experts from which could pass Congress this week. al effort to tackle the outbreak that has already the public health service corps to Liberia to More than 100 workers from Centers for George the goldfish has killed 2,400 people. manage and staff a previously announced US Disease Control are already at work in west It comes as alarm grows that the worst-ever military hospital to care for health workers who Africa, and many more staff are coordinating ‘high risk’ brain surgery Ebola epidemic which spread through Liberia, become sick with Ebola. Ebola prevention kits, their work at the agency’s Atlanta headquarters. Sierra Leone and Guinea before reaching including disinfectant and advice, will also be It was unclear how many of the new US person- Nigeria, is out of control. A separate strain of the supplied to 400,000 of the most vulnerable fam- nel would be deployed in direct contact with SYDNEY: A goldfish called George was on levels of anesthetic in the first two to knock disease has appeared in the Democratic ilies in Liberia.”What is clear is in order to com- patients. The number however appears limited. the mend in Australia yesterday after under- the fish out and keep him under during the Republic of Congo. Most of the US effort, which bat and contain the outbreak at its source, we Obama first said last week that he was going to going “high risk” brain surgery in an opera- procedure. “It was quite fiddly as you can will draw heavily on its military medical corps, need to partner and lead an international use a major military deployment to step up US tion the vet described as “fiddly”. The 10- imagine and you have to control any blood efforts to fight the epidemic. His remarks, and a year-old fish had a tumor protruding from loss. You can only lose half a milliliter,” said recent YouTube message from the president its head, leaving his owner with two options: Rich from the Lort Smith Animal Hospital. offering guidance to the people of west Africa to have it operated on or have the fish put to “Obviously it was high risk but everything on halting infections, highlight increasing White sleep. The Melbourne-based owner opted went well in the end.” Rich said he knew of House concern about the implications of the for the delicate surgery. “She was dedicated goldfish that had lived till they were 30 and rapid spread of the disease. enough to give it a go,” the vet who per- he had performed similar operations before. formed the operation, Tristan Rich, told “The owner was quite attached to him,” ‘Faster escalation of response’ commercial radio station 3AW. he said. “Everyone forms bonds to pets in Meanwhile, nearly $1.0 billion is needed to George was knocked out with anesthetic different ways and it is not up to us to distin- fight the Ebola outbreak raging in west Africa, the for the 30 minute procedure and is now guish between species.” Rich added that the United Nations said yesterday, more than dou- recovering well back in his home pond, Rich operation cost “a few hundred dollars”. A new bling the estimate it made less than a month ago. said. He said the whole operation was done goldfish from a pet shop would cost less UN humanitarian chief Valerie Amos told reporters using three buckets of water, with different than Aus$10 ($9). —AFP in Geneva there was a “huge funding challenge”, warning that “if not dealt with effectively now, Ebola could become a major humanitarian crisis in countries currently affected.” The response to the crisis will require $987.8 million (763 million euros), with about half need- ed for the worst-hit country, Liberia, the UN said in its response plan. It stressed there were some 22 million people living in the three countries most affected by the outbreak. The UN announcement came as the death toll from the worst-ever Ebola epidemic rose to 2,461, out of ABIDJAN: A baboon named Charlotte, is seen in a cage painted in green in the quar- 4,985 cases in the three west African countries antine ward of the zoo in Abidjan. Many people are abandoning their monkeys at the that have borne the brunt of the disease, accord- zoo over fears of Ebola. —AFP ing to fresh figures from the World Health Organization. The UN document estimates that will be concentrated in impoverished Liberia- response,” said one senior US official, on condi- some 20,000 people could be infected with the worst hit nation-with plans to build 17 Ebola tion of anonymity. China said it is sending a Ebola by the end of the year, with Guinea treatment centers with 100 beds in each. China mobile laboratory team to Sierra Leone, where accounting for 16 percent of infections, Sierra is also sending more medics to neighboring more than 500 people have died so far from Leone 34 percent and Liberia a full 40 percent. Sierra Leone to help boost laboratory testing for Ebola. The 59-person team from the Chinese If the international community and affected the virus, raising the total number of Chinese Centre for Disease Control will include epidemi- countries respond swiftly and energetically, medical experts there to 174, the UN said yes- ologists, clinicians and nurses, the WHO said. transmission should begin to slow by the end of SOMALIA: A file photo shows displaced Somali children queuing as they terday. “The newly announced team will join 115 the year and end by mid-2015, the document The World Health Organization (WHO) said Chinese medical staff on the ground in Sierra said. “This health crisis we face is unparalleled in wait for food-aid rations at a UN distribution centre. —AFP yesterday it was reconvening its emergency Leone virtually since the beginning,” the modern times,” WHO’s emergency chief Bruce committee in Geneva which declared the out- agency’s chief Margaret Chan said, hailing the Aylward said at a joint press conference. “We 100m people saved from break an international health emergency in new commitment as “a huge boost, morally and don’t know where the numbers are going,” he August, to consider further measures to limit its operationally”. said, pointing out that two weeks ago when spread. Obama will announce that US Africa WHO said it needed the capacity to manage hunger over last decade Command will set up a headquarters in the ‘No threat to US’ 20,000 cases, “that seemed like a lot.” Sierra Leone capital Monrovia to act as a com- The Obama administration believes its latest “That does not seem like a lot today,” Aylward ROME: The number of hungry people in the world 526 million people. And while 25 countries have mand and control centre for US military and emergency action could help “turn the tide” and said. While it was difficult to estimate accurately has dropped by 100 million over the last 10 years, achieved the “more ambitious World Food Summit international relief programs. slow the spread of the epidemic. The White how many people might become infected and though one in nine are still undernourished, with (WFS) target of halving the number of undernour- House however still believes that there is no die going forward, Aylward said WHO believed Asia home to the majority of the underfed, the UN ished people by 2015”, the UN said “time has run out 500 health workers a week realistic threat to the United States from Ebola. It “the numbers can be kept in the tens of thou- said yesterday. The UN’s food agencies said the on reaching the WFS target at the global level.” But the main element of the push is a six- believes that any cases that do materialize on sands, but that is going to require a much faster global number was down over 200 million since month training and hygiene drive to tackle the the US soil would be quickly isolated. escalation of the response if we’re to beat the the early 1990s, but warned that despite the Serious health problems disease head-on. US advisors will train up to 500 The US has so far spent $100 million on fight- escalation of the virus.” —Agencies progress made, “about 805 million people in the While many developing countries are still strug- world, or one in nine, suffer from hunger.” gling to improve access to food for the poorest China bans ‘dirty’ coal sales The Millennium Development Goal of halving people, bad diets are hampering the battle against the proportion of undernourished people by 2015 malnutrition in others, leading to serious health BEIJING: China will ban the sale and import of “dirty” coal in less is within reach “if appropriate and immediate problems. “Despite considerable improvements than four months, a top government body said, in an anti-pollution efforts are stepped up,” the Food and Agriculture over the last two decades, stunting, underweight move that could have repercussions for key exporters including Organization, International Fund for Agricultural and micronutrient deficiencies remain stubbornly Australia. Coal with sulphur content of more than three percent Development and World Food Program said in a high, even where availability and access no longer and ash content of more than 40 percent will no longer be permit- joint yearly report. To date, 63 developing coun- pose problems,” the report said. ted as of January 1, according to a notice posted late Monday on tries have reached the target and six more are on In Sub-Saharan Africa, hit by political instability, the website of China’s powerful National Development and Reform track to reach it by 2015, they said. war and civil strife, sluggish income growth, high Commission (NDRC), the country’s top economic planner. “This is proof that we can win the war against poverty rates and poor infrastructure have ham- The Chinese government made the move “in an effort to hunger and should inspire countries to move for- pered access to the limited food supplies, leading improve air quality in its major cities”, the official Xinhua news ward, with the assistance of the international com- to a prevalence of stunted and underweight chil- agency reported yesterday. China’s three decades of rapid industri- munity as needed,” the agencies said in a joint mes- dren under five. In Asia, the fight against hunger alization have transformed its economy and seen incomes soar, but sage. The “State of Food Insecurity in the World” has been helped by improvements in China, have also brought severe environmental consequences including report said access to food had improved rapidly in Indonesia, Thailand and Vietnam in particular, smog that regularly blankets its cities. countries that had seen overall economic progress, thanks largely to their rapid economic growth over Much of that pollution is driven by the Asian giant’s heavy notably in Eastern and South-Eastern Asia, but also the past three decades. But the Caucasus and reliance on coal. China is the world’s largest consumer of coal, Southern Asia and Latin America. Central Asia are still exposed to food supply accounting for around half of global consumption. Seeking to However, despite significant progress overall, swings or political instability, and on the whole address mounting public concern about the environment, Chinese several regions and sub-regions are struggling, with Asia continues to face challenges in how food is Premier Li Keqiang in March said that China “will declare war more than one in four people still chronically under- consumed, with problematic hygiene conditions against pollution and fight it with the same determination we bat- nourished in Sub-Saharan Africa, while Asia as a and a continuing need to improve dietary quality, tled poverty”. —AFP MOSCOW: A polar bear takes a sun bath at Moscow’s zoo. —AFP whole is home to the majority of the hungry, some the report said. —AFP WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2014 HEALTH & SCIENCE NASA’s hunt for killer Asteroids falls short NASA’s efforts ‘poorly coordinated, ill-managed’

CAPE CANAVERAL: NASA won’t meet a congres- tured conglomerate of research activities that are occur every 30 to 40 years,” the Office of sionally ordered goal to find 90 percent of nearby not well integrated and (which) lack overarching Inspector General report said, adding that most and potentially dangerous asteroids larger than program oversight, objectives and established impacts would occur in the ocean rather than in 460 feet (140 meters) in diameter, the agency’s milestones to track progress,” the report said. populated areas. Inspector General said on Monday. The shortfall NASA has found about 95 percent of the largest Since 1998, NASA has spent about $100 mil- comes despite a 10-fold increase in NASA’s annu- and potentially most destructive asteroids, those lion on programs to find, assess and mitigate al budget over the past five years - from $4 mil- measuring about 0.62 mile (1 km) or larger in potentially threatening space neighbors. As of lion in 2009 to $40 million in 2014 - to track and diameter. About 66 million years ago, a 6.2-mile July 2014, the agency has discovered about assess potentially dangerous asteroids and (10-km) -wide object hit what is now Mexico’s 11,230 NEOs, including 862 of the largest aster- comets. So-called “Near-Earth Objects,” or NEOs, Yucatan peninsula, triggering global climate oids. That figure includes only about 10 percent fly within about 28 million miles (45 million km) changes that are believed to have led to the of the smaller nearby asteroids that are about of Earth. demise of the dinosaurs and most other species 460 feet (140 meters) wide, far short of the The agency’s efforts are poorly coordinated, alive at that time. agency’s goal to find 90 percent by 2020, the ill-managed and under-staffed, according to a report said. 32-page report titled “NASA’s Efforts to Identify Power of 30 nukes The report made five recommendations for Near-Earth Objects and Mitigate Hazards,” by More recently, a fragment of an asteroid esti- beefing up NASA’s asteroid detection efforts, NASA Inspector General Paul Martin. “NASA esti- mated to be just 59 feet (18 meters) in diameter including adding at least four to six employees to mates that it has identified only about 10 percent exploded over Chelyabinsk, Russia. The force of help manage the program and coordinating proj- of all asteroids 140 meters and larger,” Martin the Feb 15, 2013, explosion matched the energy ects with other US and international agencies and wrote. “Given its current pace and resources, released in 30 atomic bombs, blowing out win- with privately funded initiatives. NASA’s Associate (NASA) has stated that it will not meet the goal of dows and destroying buildings. More than 1,000 Administrator for Science John Grunsfeld said in a identifying 90 percent of such objects by 2020.” people were injured by flying debris. “Recent letter to Martin he expects a new NEO program to A one-person office manages a “loosely struc- research suggests that Chelyabinsk-type events be in place by Sept 1, 2015. —Reuters Study urges 15-year plan for reduced carbon growth NEW YORK: The world can save both financial and environ- mental costs by shifting toward a low-carbon economy TOKYO: This file picture shows two Risso’s dolphins being herded by fishing over the next 15 years, a high-level panel said yesterday boats. —AFP ahead of a UN summit. The commission co-chaired by for- mer Mexican president Felipe Calderon called for greater global action on renewable power, deforestation and clean technologies as part of the fight against climate change. First dolphins The report said that the next 15 years would be critical, with the global economy undergoing major structural changes and time running out to meet an UN-backed goal of checking global warming at 2.0 degrees Celsius (3.6 killed in Japan Fahrenheit) above pre-industrial levels. The study estimated that the world will see $90 trillion in new infrastructure WELLINGTON: The colossal squid that was caught by a fishing boat longline investment over the next 15 years, a period that is expected TOKYO: The first dolphins of the season were demand elsewhere. in the Antarctic over the summer is defrosted at Te Papa Labs. —AFP to witness increasingly rapid urbanization. “We can invest that amount of money in the current high-carbon emission slaughtered yesterday in the small Japanese path or we can do that in a different way,” Calderon told town of Taiji, campaigners and a local fisher- Inhuman practice Scientists get rare glimpse reporters on a conference call. “So the next 15 years of deci- men’s union said, commencing an annual cull But critics of the practice say there is insuffi- sions and the next 15 years of investment will determine repeatedly condemned by animal rights cient demand for the animals’ meat, which in the future of the world, among other things, in the climate groups. Activists from the environmentalist any case contains dangerous levels of mercury. of 350 kilo colossal squid system,” he said. The report, a year in the making, played group Sea Shepherd have been monitoring a The annual dolphin hunting season opened on down the economic impact of a low-carbon focus. It esti- bay in Taiji, southwestern Japan, since the six- September 1, and is expected to continue until WELLINGTON: Scientists said yesterday a confirmed that the specimen was a female. mated that greener investment would cost an additional month dolphin hunting season began earlier the end of February. Japan has set self-imposed female colossal squid weighing an estimated “We were excited to find that out, as it turns $270 billion a year but said the expenses could be offset by this month. restrictions on dolphin hunting, allowing the 350 kilograms (770 lbs) and thought to be out this one is a female, and it has got some lower costs elsewhere, such as reduced spending on fuel. “First pod of 2014-2015 being driven into catching of seven species with quotas for each only the second intact specimen ever found eggs,” Bolstad told reporters. “This was by far The view that climate action is too expensive “is based cove now,” the activists from Sea Shepherd, prefecture in which they are hunted. was carrying eggs when discovered in the the most perfect colossal squid that I have on a fundamental misunderstanding of the dynamics of who call themselves “Cove Guardians”, tweet- In the case of Wakayama prefecture, where Antarctic. The squid had been kept in opti- seen.” The only other time scientists any- today’s global economy,” the report said. “It is anchored in ed. About an hour later, @CoveGuardians said: Taiji is located, quotas for local fishermen are mum freezing conditions at the Te Papa where have had the chance to examine an an implicit assumption that economies are unchanging “First dolphin murder of the drive hunt season set at a total of just under 2,000 short-finned museum in Wellington ever since it was intact colossal squid was in 2008, also at Te and efficient, and future growth will largely be a linear con- is complete as dead bodies are dragged to Taiji pilot whales and false killer whales, and Pacific brought back to New Zealand from the seas Papa, the museum said. That specimen was tinuation of past trends.” The report said that health and butcher house.” An official from the local fisher- white-sided, striped, bottlenose, Pantropical off the frozen continent during the southern also female. Bolstad said the latest specimen deaths caused by air pollution were a major economic men’s union also confirmed they had made the spotted, and Risso’s dolphins, according to the hemisphere’s summer. The colossal squid is was so well preserved the scientists were impediment, estimating that top carbon emitter China suf- first catch of the season. local government. “These restrictions are thought to extend up to 4-5 meters (13-16 able to examine it with an unusual level of fered costs equivalent to more than 10 percent of its gross “We caught 12 Risso’s dolphins,” he said, imposed so that the marine resources can be feet) from tip to tentacle and weigh up to detail, including the lens on the eyes. domestic product. Governments around the world have adding they had already been killed for their used sustainably,” said a Fisheries Agency offi- 500 kilograms. Its relation, the giant squid, “The fact that we have a specimen in faced resistance curbs on carbon emissions, which are meat. There were no dolphins left in the bay, cial. Last season, the slaughter sparked can grow a lot longer but is much more good shape, but that we can get so much blamed for climate change, with opponents citing the eco- he said, and fishermen would continue with renewed global criticism after US Ambassador spindly. This specimen, like other octopus information from and still have in good nomic impact including on jobs in polluting industries such their hunt over the coming days. The cam- to Japan Caroline Kennedy tweeted her con- and squid species, has three hearts-one to shape, is a win-win,” Bolstad said The squid as coal. paigners are streaming live footage of a seclud- cern at the “inhumaneness” of the hunt. pump blood around the body and two for its was found by a fishing vessel in Antarctica UN chief Ban Ki-moon has called the climate summit for ed bay, into which local fishermen corral hun- The first dolphin killing of the season came gills (lungs) — and is estimated to be about last southern hemisphere summer when the September 23 in hopes of building momentum before a dreds of dolphins for slaughter, a practice that as the sharply split International Whaling 3.5 meters in length. boat’s captain, recognizing what had come conference next year in Paris aimed at sealing a new global thrust the small town into the global spotlight Commission meeting opened in Slovenia on “This one had two perfect eyes,” scientist to the surface, carefully netted it and treaty on climate change. The report-also written by British in 2010 when it became the subject of the Monday, where Japan is expected to Kat Bolstad from Auckland University of brought it onboard. The number of colossal economist Nicholas Stern, the author of a major 2006 study Oscar-winning documentary “The Cove”. announce its controversial plans to resume Technology who led the examination said. squid in the ocean is unknown but Bolstad on climate change-called for a phase-out of fossil fuel sub- Defenders say it is a tradition and point out Antarctic whaling. It is the first global meeting “They have very large and very delicate eyes said sperm whales in the Antarctic ate a lot sidies, which are politically sensitive in many countries. The that the animals it targets are not endangered, on whaling since the UN’s highest court hand- because they live in the deep sea. It’s very of the animals. After samples were taken commission also recommended a goal of restoring at least a position echoed by the Japanese govern- ed down a verdict in March that Japan had rare to see an eye in good condition at all.” from the squid examined yesterday, it would 500 million hectares (two million square miles) of forest and ment. They say Western objections are hypo- abused a loophole in the international whal- Measurements revealed the animal’s eye was be preserved for further research and dis- agricultural land by 2030. —AFP critical and ignore the vastly larger number of ing moratorium that allows for lethal scientific 35 centimeters (14 inches) in diameter, and play, she added. —AFP cows, pigs and sheep butchered to satisfy research. —AFP WHAT’S ON WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2014 Mexican ambassador hosts National Day reception

—Photos by Yasser Al-Zayyat

he Mexican National Day reception was held on In this context, the Embassy of Mexico is also celebrat- ter of foreign affairs of Mexico with his counterpart in stage in our life. After 34 years in the foreign service we September 15 at Symphony Hotel. Ambassador of ing the third year of its opening in Kuwait, which has Kuwait last March, are beginning our retirement. TMexico to Kuwait Luis Alberto Barrero Stahl present- allowed us to move forward in the strengthening of our Need to mention that since the President of Mexico You might say that this is very normal in the diplomat- ed a speech during the occasion: bilateral relation, which has been characterized since 1975 took office in December 2012, in less than two years, his ic career and it is true, but the warm hospitality we always Sheikh Ali Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, Acting by friendly exchanges based on a frank and respectful dia- government managed to implement eleven structural received, not only due to my position, the friendship we Undersecretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, logue in several issues of common interest. Common visits reforms to boost Mexico’s position in today’s world. made with many Kuwaitis, and of course in the diplomatic Excellencies, members of the Kuwaiti government, dear of government officials and prominent businessmen have Among these reforms were the ones in the sectors of corps, make us leave this country with a special sorrow colleagues, members of the diplomatic corps, accredited also taken place over the past three years. energy, telecommunications, fiscal, education, labor, and mixed feelings. We are leaving Kuwait, a very nice to Kuwait, distinguished members of the Mexican commu- One that shows all these is the visit of the minister of transparency and good governance, with the correspon- and friendly country going back to Mexico with new nity and dear friends, foreign affairs of Mexico, last march, accompanied by ding secondary legislations in each of them. goals. Rest assured that this is not a goodbye, it is an “has- Before anything else, I take this special opportunity to important members of the government, public institu- This involved an enormous and recognized success ta luego”, hoping to see you whenever we visit Kuwait convey to His Highness the Amir and the people of Kuwait, tions and private sector. This was followed by the deputy that had the support of the main political parties and again or back in Mexico where “mi casa es su casa”. the warmest congratulations from the President and peo- minister of foreign affairs just a week ago who was lead- forces in the country, who were reunited in the so called We want to seize this opportunity to thank the General ple of Mexico for the utmost award as “Humanitarian ing a delegation of the same level. The reciprocal opening “Pact for Mexico”. With all these, Mexico is ready to play in Manager of the symphony style hotel, Alfio Bernardini, his Leader”, granted by United Nations to His Highness. This is of embassies in both countries during the past three an active way in this 21st century, well prepared for the lovely wife Olivia and all of his staff for the very profession- a very important and well deserved recognition of Kuwaiti years, has allowed us to build up our bilateral contacts, challenges we are facing and with a total openness and al support in holding our national day with typical work in this field. recognize the importance of relations between our coun- good will to engage and participate with all countries, Mexican food. We also give our sincere thanks to the ladies As you may be aware, Mexico is celebrating its 204th tries and work to tap their potential. like we are doing increasingly with Kuwait. of the Mexican community, members of the ballet anniversary of the beginning of its movement for inde- We have also consolidated the legal framework look- In my task to increase the relations between Mexico “Mexicanisimo”, choreographed by Prof Alethia Munoz, for pendence. During these more than two centuries, Mexico ing to the future with some agreements that are already and Kuwait, I always had the immense support and good the continuous effort to show what Mexican folklore is. has gone through different stages up to now to be already in an advanced stage of negotiation. Amongst these are will of the government of this country, starting with our And now, dear guests, I invite you to share with the recognized, not only as an emerging economy but as a the agreement to establish a joint commission for coop- friends of the ministry of foreign affairs. For my wife and I, Mexican community in Kuwait the ceremony of “el grito” respected global and responsible international actor, with eration and an agreement for the elimination of the this is a very important moment. As many of you already showing the call for the beginning of the independence a specific political and economic weight in the internation- requirement of visas for individuals holding a diplomatic know, I am not only ending my term in Kuwait as the first movement, followed by the performance of al arena. passport, both were signed during the visit of the minis- resident ambassador of Mexico, but starting another “Mexicanisimo”. Thank you very much. Millennium Hotel & Convention Centre Kuwait welcomes new Front Office Manager

illennium Hotel & Convention Centre and ensures needed requirements for a opening stage. Kuwait announces with great pleas- smooth opening phase. Wherever he joined, El-Adawi always sup- Mure the arrival of Yasser El-Adawi, the Before joining Millennium Hotel & ported revenue generating achievements new Front Office Manager. El-Adawi holds a Convention Centre Kuwait, El-Adawi was the and implemented notable up-selling tech- bachelors degree in Hotel Management & Assistant Director of Front Office at Grand niques; not to mention a successful training Tourism from Cairo University. He started his Millennium Al-Wahda- Abu Dhabi - UAE, and maintaining the brands’ standards for career in Sharam Al-Shaikh- Egypt in 2001. where he proved strong leadership and man- Leading Quality Assurance (LQA). After two years, he moved to GCC to work at agement skills. He was also selected as a part “It is really a pleasure to welcome Yasser El Rotana Hotels - UAE. El-Adawi, supported suc- of the team trusted with the opening of Adawi our new Front Office Manager. No cessfully the team in charge for the opening Grand Millennium Sulimanaya- Iraq and doubt, Yasser’s rich expertise will support our of Rotana hotels’ Airport Counter- Dubai received recognition from Millennium & efforts towards a successful opening of the International Airport, where he assisted effec- Copthorne’s corporate office -Middle East for hotel “Commented Dani Saleh - Area General Happy first wedding anniversary to Edgar and tively in developing the training programs his efforts and hard work during the pre- Manager Kuwait. Yasser El-Adawi Marivic Lagman (Sept. 18, 2014) and may your marriage be blessed with love, joy and compan- ionship for all the years of your lives! Grandparents’ Day celebration at ICSK Amman

n September 11, 2014 , the children of the grandparents and entertained with songs and What’s On - Submission Guidelines pre-primary classes of the Indian dances. Musical games like Passing the Parcel and OCommunity School Kuwait, Amman Branch, Musical Chair were organized for the grandparents celebrated Grandparents’ Day as a special day to val- to bring out their childhood memories and the win- All photos submitted for What’s On ue and honor the grandparents. The program com- ners were awarded by the principal. menced with the Islamic prayer, school prayer and Grandparents expressed their feelings and should be minimum 200dpi. the Kuwait National Anthem. The school Principal thoughts by thanking and appreciating the arrange- Articles must be in plain text and Rajesh Nair C addressed the gathering with the ments made and also insisted to keep such program warm welcome to the grandparents saying that in the future exclusively for grandparents. They also should include name and phone grandparents are God’s gift and have a major role to praised the efforts of dedicated staff and little ones. numbers. Articles and photos that play in children’s physical and mental development. The program ended with the vote of thanks, fail to meet these requirements will Grandparents keep a family close together; they are thanking the grandparents and parents for their families’ greatest treasure; they lay the strong foun- support and presence. As a token of love from our not be published. dation; also teach the traditional values through little ones, ‘thank you’ cards were distributed to all their special love and care, he said. the grandparents who attended the program and Please send them to Grandmothers and grandfathers of the school refreshments were served. All the grandparents were the special invitees and they felt truly loved returned home feeling delighted over the special [email protected] and cherished as the children put up a fantastic celebration and also as the day brought out pleasant show. Children shared their feelings about their childhood memories. WHAT’S ON WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2014

IEP group photo

Professor Nizar Hamzeh, President of AUK Dr Rawda Awwad, Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences Professor John Russell, Interim Dean of the College of Business and Economics AUK kicks off new academic year, offers fresh academic program

s the American University of Kuwait (AUK) and history by setting your goals intelligently, pursu- May Omran, a 2014 AUK alumna, who was recently including the AUK Library, classrooms and labs, sports Visualize it there. Keep this vision in your mind as you opened doors to students on September 14, ing them with a sense of passion.” The Dean of Arts hired by the AUK Registrar Office also shared her colle- facilities, the AUK Hangout, as well as dining facilities. study this semester and next. If you keep that vision of Athe university held two orientation sessions for and Sciences concluded her talk by advising the stu- giate experience with the new students. Omran The campus tour offered the students the chance to success firmly in your mind and work hard to achieve its newly enrolled students in the Undergraduate dents - as they pursue their educational journey - to stressed the importance of student engagement in get acquainted with their new study environment in that goal, you will be successful! The choice is yours.” Program and the Intensive English Program (IEP) on “remain honest with yourself and those around you; co-curricular activities describing it as “the factor of an informal setting where they got to examine the The IEP orientation also included the class photo tak- September 9 and 10, respectively. The orientation that you are truthful to your goals; that you remain success during university years”. Omran recalled her facilities that interest them and meet more staff and en of the newly registered IEP students, as well as a days were designed to familiarize the students with humble; that give yourself an opportunity to carefully experience at AUK saying “I must tell you that if it was- faculty members. campus tour. the AUK community and college life, as well as to get listen to the ideas of others; and that you provide n’t for being engaged both inside and outside of the The two-day orientation program, also included a This year, the AUK IEP program is celebrating its them excited about the new transition to university yourself with the time and space for periods of self- classroom, my journey here as a student wouldn’t day dedicated to newly registered students in the AUK unconditional re-accreditation for a period of 10 years environment. reflection.” Professor Russell emphasized the role of have been worthwhile” Intensive English Program (IEP). The IEP orientation by the US-based Commission on English Language The first orientation session was dedicated to cultural and intellectual interaction among students in Program Accreditation (CEA). The re-accreditation was undergraduate students, and started with an official enriching the college experience and achieving future the fruit of rigorous efforts by the IEP staff to support welcome event, featuring addresses by AUK President, success. He addressed students asking them to be dif- students who need to improve their English language Professor Dr Nizar Hamzeh; Vice President for Student ferent and called on them to look around them in the skills to the level required to study at AUK. Affairs-Dr Carol Ross; Dean of the College of Arts and auditorium saying “You will see somebody who is dif- To further assist newly enrolled students in making Sciences Dr Rawda Awwad; Interim Dean of the ferent to you, somebody who studies something dif- a smooth transition into collegiate life and get them College of Business and Economics - Dr John Russell; ferent to you, or thinks different to you. Learn to inter- well acquainted with the different AUK activities, the along with AUK alumna, May Omran. act with them and see what they see and how they AUK Office of Student Life will be organizing a variety During his welcome remarks, President Hamzeh see it.” of recreational and educational events in the first congratulated the new students for choosing AUK for Throughout the event, VP Ross created an uplifting University month. This will include, a Welcome Back their next educational pursuits, assuring them that atmosphere, delivered energetic speeches, and invit- Week featuring the Involvement Fair, a clubs, organi- they “will study with highly qualified faculty in the ed the new students to blend into the collegiate com- zations and departments’ fair; the Garnet and Gold areas of general education, social sciences, arts, munity and seize opportunities to benefit from all Happy Hour, where students and faculty meet and humanities, engineering, sciences, and business,” and extra-curricular activities offered at AUK. VP Ross greet; the Big Day Out sponsored by the Hang Out encouraging each one of them to “take full advantage explained to students the importance of learning “out- and featuring an afternoon of indoor and outdoor of AUK’s quality education and the extra-curricular side the classroom”, which is as an integral component games; the AUKafe’-which brings out the talented experiences that the University will offer.” President of a liberal arts education. Pushing the students to musicians of the University. Hamzeh concluded his talk by wishing the students “a achieve the highest levels of excellence is the ultimate As AUK continues to celebrate 10 years of excel- pleasant and successful academic year” while remind- goal of AUK, as explained by VP Ross, who promised lence, the University welcomes 6 new fulltime faculty ing them to always talk with and seek support from the students support along their educational journey. members, in the College of Arts and Sciences, College AUK faculty and staff members on all matters related “If you stumble, we will absolutely pick you up. We are Dr Carol Ross, Vice President of Student Affairs, talking to the new students. of Business and Economics and the Intensive English to their learning process. here to support you.” Concluding her speech, VP Ross Program. The university is also introducing a new aca- Dean Awwad highlighted the role of the College of announced the new AUK initiative: “AUKause”, urging Following the official welcome ceremony, the featured a series of short speeches delivered by AUK demic program this year in Human Resource Arts and Sciences in “establishing a positive educa- students to engage in community service and civic undergraduate campus orientation tour commenced, officials, along with Sandra Stein, the IEP Director, who Management, to reach a total of 15 academic pro- tional culture” among AUK students, calling upon the activities, along with their college studies, as a way to guided by members of the Division of Student Affairs. addressed the students saying, “Success is in your own grams in the different areas of arts, sciences, business, newcomers to “continue building upon this culture give back to the society. The tour stopped at the different campus facilitates, hand. Now imagine your goal and put it in your hand. and economics.

New AUK students seen during welcome ceremony. AUK campus tours Visit to the University Registrar Office GUST MBA program welcomes students at fall orientation

UST MBA program organized an orientation for the future. This was followed by a welcome note by Prof Aouad learn to their jobs in order to maximize their learning expe- sizes GUST’s steadfast approach to the utilization of tech- fall semester 2014/2015, where students were wel- who spoke about the continuous developments of the uni- rience. He also explained the importance of sharing work nology and the automation of services. Students also got a Gcomed by Prof Donald Bates, GUST President, Prof versity in seeking the quality and excellence in the learning experience among their peers to diversify the gains during glimpse of the process maker and ticketing systems that Ghassan Aouad, VP for Academic Affairs and Prof Issam outcomes by providing the students with qualified faculty their progress in the program. provide MBA students with efficient services regarding any Moughrabi, MBA Director. members to serve their educational needs. Students were also introduced to the online systems requests they require. Students were finally given a tour of Student were first welcomed by Prof Bates who started Later, Prof Issam Moughrabi, MBA Director, who intro- available at GUST, which provide them with easy access to the GUST library and the different facilities available to by greeting the new students and giving them a brief duced the program and its objectives to the students and all student related information, registration, payments, as them on campus. GUST wishes all the students luck in their about the benefits and impact of the program for their emphasized the importance of relating what students well as class material and assignments, all of which empha- MBA journey. TV PROGRAMS WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2014

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SHARQIA-1 TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES (DIG) 7:45 PM NO GOOD DEED (DIG) 11:00 PM NO GOOD DEED (DIG) 12:30 PM IF I STAY (DIG) 10:00 PM NO GOOD DEED (DIG) 12:45 AM THE NOVEMBER MAN (DIG) 2:30 PM TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES (DIG) 12:05 AM NO GOOD DEED (DIG) 4:30 PM MARINA-3 LIFE OF CRIME (DIG) 6:30 PM FANAR-2 TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES (DIG) 1:30 PM NO GOOD DEED (DIG) 8:30 PM AS ABOVE, SO BELOW (DIG) 1:00 PM JAWAZA MIRI (DIG) (Arabic) 3:30 PM NO GOOD DEED (DIG) 10:15 PM AS ABOVE, SO BELOW (DIG) 3:00 PM HERCULES (DIG) 5:45 PM NO GOOD DEED (DIG) 12:05 AM INTO THE STORM (DIG) 5:00 PM JAWAZA MIRI (DIG) (Arabic) 7:45 PM FINDING FANNY (DIG) (HINDI) 7:00 PM JAWAZA MIRI (DIG) (Arabic) 9:45 PM SHARQIA-2 THU+FRI+SAT TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES (DIG) 12:05 AM Katka. (C 4762) TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES (DIG) 1:30 PM AS ABOVE, SO BELOW (DIG) 7:00 PM LOST 16-9-2014 TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES (DIG) 3:30 PM NO THU+FRI+SAT AVENUES-1 JAWAZA MIRI (DIG) (Arabic) 5:30 PM INTO THE STORM (DIG) 9:00 PM HERCULES (DIG) 2:00 PM I, Mobeenah Baloch (maid- TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES (DIG) 7:45 PM AS ABOVE, SO BELOW (DIG) 11:00 PM HERCULES (DIG) 4:00 PM en name Mobeenah Elias MATRIMONIAL JAWAZA MIRI (DIG) (Arabic) 10:00 PM AS ABOVE, SO BELOW (DIG) 1:00 AM NO FRI+SAT Manjre), have lost my origi- TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES (DIG) 12:15 AM POWER (DIG) (Telugu) 4:00 PM nal degree certificate for Seeking marriage propos- FANAR-3 HERCULES (DIG) 7:00 PM Bachelors in Business als for Tamil CSI Christian SHARQIA-3 SIN CITY: A DAME TO KILL FOR (DIG) 12:45 PM HERCULES (DIG) 10:00 PM Administration from girl, 29, 5’5”, working as AS ABOVE, SO BELOW (DIG) 12:45 PM SIN CITY: A DAME TO KILL FOR (DIG) 2:45 PM POWER (DIG) (Telugu) 7:00 PM Madurai Kamaraj University Doctor (MBBS, MD) in MoH AS ABOVE, SO BELOW (DIG) 2:45 PM HERCULES (DIG) 4:45 PM POWER (DIG) (Telugu) 10:00 PM dated April 2009 registra- Kuwait, wheatish complex- INTO THE STORM (DIG) 4:45 PM LIFE OF CRIME (DIG) 6:45 PM HERCULES (DIG) 1:00 AM tion number A7A4119730. ion, kindly contact: email: IF I STAY (DIG) 6:45 PM HERCULES (DIG) 8:45 PM If found please call on [email protected] AS ABOVE, SO BELOW (DIG) 8:45 PM SIN CITY: A DAME TO KILL FOR (DIG) 10:45 PM AVENUES-2 +965-66362310 (C 4758) INTO THE STORM (DIG) 10:45 PM SIN CITY: A DAME TO KILL FOR (DIG) 12:45 AM INTO THE STORM (DIG) 12:45 PM 16-9-2014 14-9-2014 AS ABOVE, SO BELOW (DIG) 12:45 AM FANAR-4 INTO THE STORM (DIG) 3:00 PM NO GOOD DEED (DIG) 12:30 PM INTO THE STORM (DIG) 5:15 PM MUHALAB-1 NO GOOD DEED (DIG) 2:30 PM INTO THE STORM (DIG) 7:30 PM CHANGE OF NAME FOR SALE NO GOOD DEED (DIG) 12:30 PM NO GOOD DEED (DIG) 4:15 PM SONE3A FI MASR (DIG) 9:45 PM NO GOOD DEED (DIG) 2:15 PM JAWAZA MIRI (DIG) (Arabic) 6:00 PM INTO THE STORM (DIG) 12:05 AM I, Woodha Lalitha, holder Toyota Jeep Land Cruiser LIFE OF CRIME (DIG) 5:00 PM NO GOOD DEED (DIG) 8:15 PM of Indian Passport No. GX RV8, silver color, 79,000 NO FRI+SAT+MON JAWAZA MIRI (DIG) (Arabic) 10:00 PM AVENUES-3 M0493709 issued in Kuwait, km, Al-Sayer maintained, POWER (DIG) (Telugu) 4:00 PM NO GOOD DEED (DIG) 12:15 AM JAWAZA MIRI (DIG) (Arabic) 1:45 PM resident 10-6-27, full options, sunroof, cam- FRI+SAT+MON THE NOVEMBER MAN (DIG) 4:00 PM Nookalamma Temple, era, sensor, alloy rim, screen NO GOOD DEED (DIG) 7:00 PM FANAR-5 JAWAZA MIRI (DIG) (Arabic) 6:15 PM Ramaroa Peta, Kakinada, etc, model 2012, install- TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES (DIG) 8:45 PM THE EXPENDABLES 3 (DIG) 1:00 PM JAWAZA MIRI (DIG) (Arabic) 8:30 PM A.P, India, have changed my ment possible, cash price NO GOOD DEED (DIG) 11:00 PM THE EXPENDABLES 3 (DIG) 4:00 PM JAWAZA MIRI (DIG) THE NOVEMBER name Woodha Lalitha to KD 11,750/- negotiable. NO GOOD DEED (DIG) 1:00 AM POWER (DIG) (Telugu) 3:30 PM MAN (DIG) 1:00 AM Shaik Salma. (C 4760) Contact: 99105286. MARY KOM (DIG) (HINDI) 6:30 PM (C 4759) MUHALAB-2 POWER (DIG) (Telugu) 6:30 PM 360º- 1 I, Shabbir Hussain, holder 15-9-2014 HERCULES (DIG) 1:30 PM POWER (DIG) (Telugu) 9:30 PM NO GOOD DEED (DIG) 1:30 PM of Indian Passport No. AS ABOVE, SO BELOW (DIG) 3:30 PM POWER (DIG) (Telugu) 10:00 PM NO GOOD DEED (DIG) 3:30 PM Z2402995, resident Muslim Prayer timings IF I STAY (DIG) 5:45 PM THE EXPENDABLES 3 (DIG) 12:30 AM NO GOOD DEED (DIG) 5:30 PM Colony, Banswara, AS ABOVE, SO BELOW (DIG) 7:45 PM NO GOOD DEED (DIG) 7:30 PM Rajasthan, India, hereby INTO THE STORM (DIG) 9:45 PM MARINA-1 NO GOOD DEED (DIG) 9:30 PM change my name to AS ABOVE, SO BELOW (DIG) 11:45 PM IF I STAY (DIG) 12:30 PM NO GOOD DEED (DIG) 11:30 PM Shabbir Hussain Katka. TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES (DIG) 2:30 PM (4761) MUHALAB-3 AS ABOVE, SO BELOW (DIG) 4:30 PM 360º- 2 TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES (DIG) 1:30 PM IF I STAY (DIG) 6:30 PM IF I STAY (DIG) 2:15 PM I, Zainab Shabbir Husain, IF I STAY (DIG) 8:30 PM IF I STAY (DIG) 4:30 PM TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES (DIG) 3:45 PM holder of Indian Passport Fajr: 04:14 TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES (DIG) 6:00 PM AS ABOVE, SO BELOW (DIG) 10:30 PM IF I STAY (DIG) 6:45 PM NO. K7924263, resident Shorook 05:33 JAWAZA MIRI (DIG) (Arabic) 8:15 PM AS ABOVE, SO BELOW (DIG) 12:30 AM IF I STAY (DIG) 9:00 PM Saifypura, Nai Abadi, Duhr: 11:43 JAWAZA MIRI (DIG) (Arabic) 10:30 PM IF I STAY (DIG) 11:15 PM Banswara, Rajasthan, India, Asr: 15:12 TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES (DIG) 12:45 AM MARINA-2 hereby change my name to Maghrib: 17:51 NO GOOD DEED (DIG) 1:00 PM 360º- 3 Zainab Shabbir Husain Isha: 19:09 FANAR-1 INTO THE STORM (DIG) 3:00 PM THE EXPENDABLES 3 (DIG) 1:00 PM TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES (DIG) 1:30 PM INTO THE STORM (DIG) 5:00 PM THE EXPENDABLES 3 (DIG) 3:30 PM TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES (DIG) 3:30 PM NO GOOD DEED (DIG) 7:00 PM POWER (DIG) (Telugu) 3:30 PM IF I STAY (DIG) 5:45 PM TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES (DIG) 8:45 PM THE EXPENDABLES 3 (DIG) 6:30 PM 112

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CROSSWORD 670 STAR TRACK

Aries (March 21-April 19) Libra (September 23-October 22)

This is quite a busy day, one that seems to be pulling you in many directions. Smiles are easy to find-you will find yourself in a social mood most of this day Prioritize and don’t skimp on your breaks, those breaks legally belong to you. and although you work and get a lot done, it is easy to respond with conversations to co- If the company has added work, they may need to hire a temporary helper; if a project is workers and to customers. Connections that last a lifetime and networking opportunities into a tight schedule, it may mean some overtime but the breaks are important for your that help you to expand your knowledge on some hobby make this day quite interesting. sanity as well as your job performance. After work there is an opportunity to become New and unusual ways of working may be possible through some of your communications involved in some athletic activity; join in to relieve any tension leftover from the workday. and perhaps, a higher paying job opportunity is within your reach; pay close attention. Like There is a strong need for nurturing and to be nurtured. This could evolve from needed the artist that depicts a beautiful scene, you have an artful way in which you express your- rest, but it could also be an indication that it is your time for getting into a volunteer group self. If you are not careful, company may still be around your place a week after the time or in a religious group that visits shut-ins or the handicapped. expected. A trip may be in order soon.

Taurus (April 20-May 20) Scorpio (October 23-November 21)

It is easy to overdo today. Your energies are high and you may feel that you You have great insight into matters of personal freedom. When communicat- can do anything. You are smooth when there is a need to solve problems. However, do not ing with supervisors today, you may have insight into their world and what they must do to try to reorganize a business or roof the house in one day! Set your priorities and pace your- succeed in their profession. Finding a way to serve or volunteering to help in some charity self. Your patience may be tested after work today. You may complain of never having any project from the workplace will help you in your climb up the ladder as well as give help to privacy, or time to think-even though you are the one choosing the amount of social and others. You come up with brilliant ways to help your co-workers and you are appreciated. professional contact. Being an extrovert, you may have difficulty understanding reclusive Communication after work seems focused on young people. New methods of raising kids types; you may long to suffer in solitude-a balance is needed. Your mind is ever on commu- or caring for animals are yours. You relax with children, sports, acting, singing and such this nicating well: how you present yourself and are understood. This evening it is time to do afternoon. A reservation may have to be made ahead of time if you enjoy horseback riding only the most relaxing things; laugh! or some other interest.

Gemini (May 21-June 20) Sagittarius (November 22-December 21)

Stressful conditions or difficult people in the workplace this morning may Support and recognition should be available from the public and from fami- cause you to question your choice of profession but with patience and a little ly and friends. A new project is at hand. Perhaps some monetary rewards are counting to ten several times, the morning proceeds harmlessly and you are, once again, in the forecast. You feel at home in the world and it more than takes care of you. You could saving the day. Do not resent the part you play; without the stress you would not be moti- have deep insights into your own feelings and inner spirit. You may be attending or giving ACROSS operations of the firm. vated to the next step up the corporate ladder. You may want to take a short trip or visit a an art show this evening. Some shopping may be in order. Your taste in art and apprecia- 1. A close friend who accompanies his buddies in 78. Type genus of the Gelechiidae. new friend. Perhaps you and your friend could shop together this evening. Purchasing, tion in general are heightened. You may be motivated to make some decisions about your creative expression today. Your sense of value is active just now. This is a good time to select their activities. 80. A state-chartered savings bank owned by its selecting colors and so on are at a high this evening. You want to look your best regarding furnishings, colors and so on-the finer things of life. Sit back and enjoy what you have; share 4. A region of southwestern France. depositors and managed by a board of trustees. an upcoming social engagement. This engagement may be very important to you in the future. You are interested in connecting with new, stable, trustworthy people. your good mood with a loved one. 12. The 7th letter of the Greek alphabet. 81. Headdress that protects the head from bad 15. A condition (mostly in boys) characterized by weather. behavioral and learning disorders. 82. (British informal) Stark naked. Capricorn (December 22-January 19) 16. Used of idealized country life. 83. Goddess of criminal rashness and its punish- ment. Cancer (June 21-July 22) 17. A river in north central Switzerland that runs Listening becomes important today as you try to understand new ways of northeast into the Rhine. You feel a love of order and law-an appreciation for responsibilities and duty. working. Ideas and thoughts are important for the art of creation and will not DOWN Discipline is no problem, but you may want to be careful of becoming too authoritarian. 18. West Indian tree having racemes of fragrant 1. Large burrowing rodent of South and Central come easily if you are stressed. A round table discussion presents the perfect forum for your white flowers and yielding a durable timber and Your sense of responsibility is well developed and you may successfully help a co-worker presentation as well as it gives you the opportunity to add to your own creative mind; be America. overcome some difficulty or change some difficult situation in that person’s life. Taking care resinous juice. 2. (Babylonian) God of storms and wind. patient and bide your time before making yourself known. After you make your presenta- of an older person or tending to the little problems around your living area may hold your tion, make sure you take notes on what you have heard and how you want to grow and 20. A light strong brittle gray toxic bivalent metal- 3. A lipoprotein that transports cholesterol in the attention after work. Problems are few and far between for you and you seem more than achieve. You are successful in your efforts; keep moving forward by adapting and adjusting. lic element. blood. happy to help in any opportunity that comes to your attention. There is a renewed interest 4. An amino acid that is found in the central nerv- You have no idea what people really think, so do not feed any feelings into the matter. A 21. A member of the Wakashan people living on in a hobby this evening, perhaps in writing or cooking. This has been a successful and cycle of nostalgia and domesticity begins this evening. Vancouver Island and in the Cape Flattery region ous system. pleasant day. 5. Of or relating to the peoples who speak the of northwestern Washington. language of the Arawak. 23. A public promotion of some product or serv- 6. A white trivalent metallic element. ice. 7. Alternatively, a member of the family Leo (July 23-August 22) Aquarius (January 20- February 18) 24. Legal document setting forth rules governing Nymphaeaceae. You could be moody, even dreamy today. Relaxation techniques will benefit Beyond whatever external considerations may be present, you exude a a particular kind of activity. 8. A port city of south central Ukraine on an arm your frame of mind by giving you positive avenues where you can release any negative contagious thankfulness and fondness for things and people. These inner, loving qualities 25. United States assassin of President John F. of the Black Sea. feelings. It is easy for you to find the proper motivation and to change any negative to a are experienced as a very real good. You seem to gravitate to those things which last and 9. Of or relating to the stomach and intestines. positive. Generally, this is a creative and successful time-one of healing. Problems could lose Kennedy (1939-1963). hold true and are always separating the false from the true. You manage to find the truth in 10. Indian religious leader who founded Sikhism some of their definition and appear less difficult. 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Winners of the best feature film pose with the trophy at the 30th Alexandria film festival closing session on September 15, 2014 in Egypt’s northern coastal city of Alexandria. — AFP photos

Netherlands- based Syrian actress Palestinian Lama Al-Tayyar director Hani wins the prize of Abu Assaad, Tunisian actress Dorra Zarrouk attends best feature film director of the 30th Alexandria film festival closing “A Ladder to “Omar” is Egyptian actress Liqaa Suweidan presents the 30th session. Damascus”. honored. Alexandria film festival closing session. Amazon has Netflix in sights with ‘Transparent’ nline retail giant Amazon celebrat- directing award at the Sundance Film ed Monday the launch of a new Festival last year for “Afternoon Delight.” Ooriginal show it hopes will help “Artistically, it’s been a dream come true. I catch up with streaming pioneer Netflix. absolutely got to make the show I wanted “Transparent,” which had a red-carpet to make,” Soloway said, when the Amazon unveiling in Los Angeles, features a trans- series was announced in August. “I am gender character in the central role of a beyond excited to share ‘Transparent’ with show which has already generated strong the world through Amazon. critical buzz. “No one can ever doubt that Transgender roles in comedies are noth- the TV model has changed for good. ing new-”Orange is the new Black” features Amazon, with its ability to draw in name Laverne Cox, who made it to the front page talent, is impressively building on what of Time magazine in her role as Sophia Netflix and (rival streaming service) Hulu Burset. But a transgender main character is are doing,” commented the Hollywood rarer, giving the series-the title of which is a Reporter. play on words involving a gender-bending “This is huge, it’s a game changer. There parent-an edge in a crowded new market. is nothing like this on television,” its main Soloway said the casting of Tambor wasn’t star Jeffrey Tambor told AFP on the red car- difficult. pet. “I couldn’t be more proud.” It is not “Luckily I didn’t really have to think NEW YORK: The Amazon’s first foray into producing its own about it, because from the very moment I cast and crew of original content-political comedy “Alpha had the idea in my head, Jeffrey was Mort Fox’s new drama House” debuted last year, but has so far to become” Maura, she told the Hollywood attend the failed to win the acclaim of Netflix series Reporter. “It wasn’t a decision, it was an GOTHAM Series like “House of Cards” and “Orange is the intuitive feeling thing,” she added. Netflix Premiere New Black.” “House of Cards” was the first and Amazon have taken starkly different event. — AFP online only show to win major awards paths: whereas Netflix went straight for nominations-and a win last year for big- heavyweights Spacey and Fincher, and screen director David Fincher, while even ordered two seasons straight at once, “Orange is the New Black” won two Emmys Amazon was much more cautious. The Fox signs automaker to sponsor ‘Gotham’ this year. online retailer’s approach has been much The pilot episode of “Transparent” is more inter-active: in 2010 it launched a ord Motor is revving its engines over the Ford’s trademark appeared prominently on though it has in recent seasons reduced its already available, while Amazon has taken process which produced traditional pilot prospect of hanging out with everything from wall designs to lounge pil- support of that aging juggernaut. The team- a leaf out of Netflix’s book by releasing the episodes, which it then put online for free Catwoman, The Riddler and maybe even lows, and the automaker was thanked notice- up is not unusual. Automakers often craft whole season to binge watch on to guage audience reaction. F September 26, rather than airing an Only then did it order a whole season. The Joker. The automaker has aligned itself ably by Dana Walden and Gary Newman, co- deals that give their vehicles prominent place- episode per week. The half-hour dark com- Critics have lavished praise on what they with the first season of Fox’s freshman drama chairman and co-CEOs of the Fox Television ment in one series or another. General Motors’ edy stars the lugubrious Tambor-from have seen so far. “It’s a nuanced, gorgeous “Gotham,” which depicts the fictional DC Group. At the entrance to the event, held at Chevrolet, for example, has struck deals that Netflix’s “Arrested Development”-as father first half-hour, brilliantly performed and Comics metropolis of Gotham City in the days the New York Public Library, visitors could not make its cars hard to miss in CBS’ “Hawaii Five- Mort Pfefferman coming out as transgen- laced with melancholy and humor; you leading up to the debut of Batman. In doing help but encounter a vintage Ford four-door 0” and ABC’s “Nashville,” while Toyota has been der Maura to his three adult children (who could confidently put it up against the best so, the car giant takes part in what looks to be sedan made to look like part of the Gotham involved in the last two seasons of CBS’ “Under have their own secrets to divulge too). HBO or Showtime half-hour pilots of recent the first major announcement of a larger City Police Department fleet. the Dome.” Fiat’s Chrysler Group proved The cast of the show, which is definitely years,” wrote Time magazine’s reviewer. alliance between an advertiser and a scripted instrumental in the recent revival of Fox’s “24,” for an adult audience, also includes Gaby “And the fact that platforms like Amazon TV program for the new fall season, which is Longstanding relations and, much as Ford is doing with “Gotham,” Hoffman of the hit series “Girls.” Adding to now exist to give shows like this a chance just getting underway. Ford has a longstanding relationship with also sponsored an opening event. its creative heft it is directed by Jill says that not only Maura Pfefferman, but At an event held in New York Monday Fox. Ford has been one of the three main What looks different about placing a car in Soloway, an Emmy-nominated writer on the TV business itself, is going through an evening to screen the drama’s first episode, sponsors of the network’s “American Idol,” “Gotham” is the show’s “retro” look. The city cult series “Six Feet Under” who won a exciting transformation,” he said. —AFP portrayed in the series looks little like the New York City or Chicago of today. Instead, the dra- ma opts for a more stylized portrayal of the Sony to reboot ‘I Know urban environment, keeping, perhaps, with the original vision of Gotham City as a place that serves as home for the ultra-rich as well What You Did Last Summer’ as the extremely poor and down-and-out. As the replica of the Gotham police cruiser sug- ony Pictures has tapped ‘Oculus’ director The 1998 sequel ‘I Still Know What You Did gests, the Ford vehicles in the show may not Mike Flanagan to reboot ‘I Know What Last Summer’ grossed $84 million. always be the most current. SYou Did Last Summer.’ Sony-based Neil ‘Oculus,’ which Flanagan co-wrote with But one suspects that new Ford autos will Moritz, who produced the 1997 title starring Howard, was the most successful film that was make an appearance at some point in the pro- Jennifer Love Hewitt, is on board to produce acquired at last yearís Toronto Film Festival with gram. Automakers are always looking to the reboot through his Original Film banner. $40 million in worldwide grosses for Relativity. move their most current metal and have used Flanagan will co-write the script with Jeff Since then, Flanagan also directed another hor- TV series to do just that - sometimes in less- Howard. ror movie ‘Somnia,’ re-teaming with ìOculus’ than-obvious ways. In 2007, Nissan was able ‘I Know What You Did Last Summer’ was producer Intrepid Pictures. Flanagan tweeted to have its new Rogue inserted into the plot- based on the 1973 novel of the same name by that he’s only on board to write at this point. line and script of NBC’s “Heroes”; cheerleader Lois Duncan and also starred Sarah Michelle Happy to be writing a new ‘I Know What You character Claire, played by Hayden Panettiere, Gellar, Ryan Phillippe and Freddie Prinze Jr. in Did Last Summer.’ (I’m NOT, however, directing receives the car for her birthday, only to have a story of four friends being stalked by a killer or producing... Not sure where that came from) it stolen. Only future episodes of “Gotham” will a year after covering up a car accident. The Mike Flanagan (@flanaganfilm) September 15, reveal whether Ford vehicles remain in the film was directed by Jim Gillespie, from a 2014. Flanagan and Howard are represented by background or become fodder for some screenplay by Kevin Williamson. The original APA and Joel Vanderkloot at Nelson Davis nefarious plan by city crime boss Carmine Actors Amy Landecker, Jeffrey Tambor, Judith Light, and Jay Duplass attend the pre- grossed $125 million in worldwide box office. Wetzstein LLP. — AFP Falcone. — Reuters miere of Amazon’s ‘Transparent’ at Ace Hotel. — AFP lifestyle WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2014 MUSIC & MOVIES Eminem hit lands George Clooney to get New Zealand ruling party in court prize for humanitarian work ew Zealand’s ruling National Party ollywood megastar George won three Golden Globes, for “The is being sued for alleged unautho- Clooney will receive the Cecil B. Descendants,” and “Syriana,” and “O Nrized use of rapper Eminem’s song HDeMille Award at the Golden Brother, Where Art Thou?” He was nomi- “Lose Yourself” in campaign ads ahead of Globes for his work on screen and off, the nated for four other films and for his next Saturday’s general election. Detroit- organization said Monday. The role in the popular television drama based Eminem Publishers said in a state- Hollywood Foreign Press Association, “ER.” The actor, producer, writer, and ment yesterday it had started court pro- which decides the awards, said Clooney director co-founded “Not On Our ceedings in New Zealand. “The proceed- was chosen in large part for his humani- Watch,” an organization that works to ings stem from allegations that unautho- tarian work, in particular for speaking out fight genocides around the world. In rized use has been made of Eminem’s against the genocide in Darfur. The prize 2010, he also co-produced a telethon, Grammy and Academy Award winning honors a celebrity who had a substantial “Hope for Haiti,” which raised $66 mil- song, ‘Lose Yourself’, in election cam- impact on the entertainment industry lion for earthquake relief. Previous paign advertising run by the National and will be presented to Clooney at this recipients of the Cecil B DeMille award Party,” the statement said. year’s Globes ceremony on January 11. include Jodie Foster, Steven Spielberg, Lawyer Garry Williams told Fairfax Clooney, 53 and soon to marry Anthony Hopkins, Michael Douglas and Media it was the owners of the song, not British-Lebanese Amal Alamuddin, has Martin Scorsese. — AFP George Clooney Eminem, taking the action. The National Party said in a statement it rejected the allegation, saying it purchased the music from a recognized production music sup- Australia and New Zealand without issue Apple helps iTunes users plier and was assured it did not infringe or complaint,” the statement said, refer- any copyright and was an original work. ring to three television programs it had “We note that the work in question has been used on. “The National Party will be been licensed multiple times both in defending this action vigorously.” —AFP delete free U2 album

pple on Monday began helping people by a digital album they didn’t want and couldn’t iTunes account by October 13. U2 used the boot U2 off their iTunes accounts after a figure out how to get rid of. “If you would like Apple event stage at a performing arts center Acacophony of complaints about not want- U2’s Songs of Innocence’ removed from your near the iPhone, iPad, iPod, and Macintosh com- ing the automatically downloaded free album iTunes music library and iTunes purchases, you puter maker’s headquarters in the city of by the Irish rock band. U2 performed at the close can choose to have it removed,” Apple said at a Cupertino to release their new album. U2 front- of an Apple event last week marked by the freshly launched SOI Removal web page that let man Bono described the album, the band’s first unveiling of new large-screen iPhones, a smart- people delete the album with a click of an on- since “No Line on the Horizon” in 2009, as deeply watch from the California company, and word screen icon. personal and called the release “instant gratifica- that free copies of the band’s new “Songs of Apple warned that once “Songs of Innocence” tion.” U2 — who released some of the most Innocence” album were instantly delivered to was removed, it could not be gotten back free of acclaimed albums in the 1980s including “The the more than half-billion iTunes accounts charge. “I managed to delete U2 off my iPhone. Joshua Tree” and “Rattle and Hum”-could have around the world. It’s a beautiful day,” one Twitter user said in a expected major sales for a new album. While The musical gift hit a sour note for iTunes message playing off a verse from one of the Apple did not disclose financial arrangements users to took to social media to complain about band’s hit songs. The digital album was made for the free release, U2 has collaborated for years precious iPhone storage space being taken up available free to anyone who has, or opens, an on products with the company. — AFP

Honoree for ‘Artist of the Year’ Singer/Songwriter member of Lady Antebellum Hillary Scott at the First annual 2014 Women In Music City Awards at the Omni Hotel on September 15, 2014 in Nashville, Tennessee. — AFP Apple CEO Tim Cook announces the free download Thicke says he didn’t of the new U2 album on iTunes as members of U2 write controversial hit The Edge, Larry Mullen Jr, Adam Clayton and Bono obin Thicke’s blockbuster but much crit- look on icized hit “Blurred Lines” grew even during an Apple more controversial Monday as the R special event at singer revealed he never wrote it, according to the Flint Center for court documents. The Hollywood Reporter the Performing printed Thicke’s previously confidential dispo- Arts on September sition to a Los Angeles court where he volun- 9, 2014 in teered that he had been high on the painkiller Cupertino, Vicodin and alcohol when he recorded the California. song and that he was not sober during later media interviews. Thicke, speaking under oath, said that Pharrell Williams-who later released the smash hit “Happy”-had written “Blurred Lines” on which both perform. Thicke said he was envi- ‘Atlas Shrugged: Who Is John Galt?’ ous and lied. “After making six albums that I wrote and produced myself, the biggest hit of he spirit is willing but the industry and innovation to his family’s hard-built business this enterprise off. Crowd scenes my career was written and produced by Robin Thicke filmmaking is oh so weak in secret, self-sufficient Atlantis com- flushed down the toilet by gov- that should be vast boast a cast of somebody else and I was jealous and wanted T“Atlas Shrugged: Who Is munity in the mountains. ernment “takers.” The latter, facing dozens. Stock footage, still photos some of the credit,” he said. “The record would “Blurred Lines” copied the late legend’s song John Galt?,” the last installment of Having barely survived her various crises and rising citizen and an omnipresent narrator awk- have happened with or without me. I just was “Got to Give it Up.” a cinematic trilogy based on Ayn landing there, Dagny is duly unrest, are furious when John wardly patch large gaps where lucky enough to be there when he (Williams) A trial is expected next year. Thicke earlier Rand’s 1957 screed in epic novel impressed by this group of commandeers the airwaves to the grandiose story goes beyond wrote it and I was in the room,” Thicke said, said that “Blurred Lines” was inspired by the form. Pic represents a certain leap rugged rich individualists who, deliver a big speech of vague lib- this movie’s ability to realize. according to the court documents repro- Motown great. In court, Thicke hinted that of faith, as 2011’s “Part I” bombed feeling unappreciated, took their ertarian philosophy. (Well, big- Though under the circumstances duced by The Hollywood Reporter. racial factors were at play in his earlier com- in expansion after a promising toys and talents out of circulation. ness is relative, as what took Rand tech contributions are OK, “Who Is “Blurred Lines” was a worldwide hit in 2013 ments, saying he had been called the “white limited opening, while 2012’s (They’ve also helped the outside nearly 60 pages is here reduced to John Galt?” has the feel of a low- but faced charges it was misogynistic due to Marvin Gaye” and sought to “embellish” the “Part II: The Strike” flopped out- grade TV soap opera, with acting its refrain-”I’m gonna take a good girl / I know connection. Despite his frank admissions, right. (S)he probably won’t have to match. (The biggest name you want it”-and an accompanying video that Thicke said he was sober during the court seen this chapter already, as the here, Rob Morrow in the hitherto prominently featured naked women. The appearance. He said his separation two months shoddy pic took a B.O. swan dive major role of steel baron Hank hearing in April was part of a court process earlier from his wife, actress Paula Patton, had in its opening US weekend, gross- Rearden, makes just an eyeblink over claims by Marvin Gaye’s children that led him to clean up his lifestyle. — AFP ing a reported $355,000 on 242 appearance.) Rand would have screens. been embarrassed by its tacky That must be the fault of those reductionism, even if the literary Matt Damon to return to damn freedom-hating socialists, “Atlas” is pretty sudsy itself. or perhaps it’s due to the fact that Then there’s the problem all so few of the Tea Party types the three movies suffered from, Jason Bourne franchise series’ producers once hoped namely their choosing to avoid a would queue up are, er, the liter- costly period setting, but failing to att Damon and director Paul Bourne” feature, marking the revival of ate sort. Or maybe it’s just that the compensate by adequately Greengrass are ready to be born one of Hollywood’s biggest action fran- prior installments weren’t very updating a narrative very much Magain at Universal Pictures. chises. Over the years Greengrass and good movies, and it should sur- rooted in the American economi-

Sources tell Variety the the studio is in Damon and have stood there ground Review Film prise few that this last one is the cal logistics of more than a half- the early stages of bringing back Damon about not returning to the CIA property, worst of the lot. You can’t really century ago. A more abstract, and Greengrass for an untitled “Jason based on the Robert Ludlum novels, after blame the filmmakers: Stuck with even sci-fi approach might have working together on “The Bourne a budget that again halves its made the story still work as para- Supremacy” and “The Bourne immediate predecessor’s (now ble. But the dully literal-minded Ultimatum.” down to $5 million), they’re hap- execution that producers John But sources now say both Greengrass less to convey the grand scale of Aglialoro and Harmony Kaslow and Damon are changing their tune and events Rand intended. have carried through each install- are in early talks to return to the fran- Also, cast and crew have been ment only makes Rand’s creaky chise. Universal is already developing an almost entirely overhauled yet plotting seem more archaic and untitled film set in the Bourne world with again. Now it’s Laura Regan play- illogical. “Atlas Shrugged” may be Justin Lin directing and Jeremy Renner ing railroad heiress Dagny a terrible novel, but its still-con- returning to play Aaron Cross. That film Taggart, last seen crashing her troversial philosophies will always was slotted to bow on July 16, 2016 and plane in pursuit of the mysterious attract avid followers. (Prominent its unknown if that film will stay there or John Galt (Kristoffer Polaha), conservative pundit types includ- if the new “Bourne” film will take it place. whose name has become a ing Grover Norquist and Sean Damon’s three Bourne movies, which byword for truly free enterprise in world’s infrastructural collapse under four minutes.) Shadowing Hannity duly make cameo began in 2002 and ended in 2007, a “People’s State of America” along by sabotaging their old Dagny, he’s captured by the evil- appearances as themselves here grossed nearly $1 billion worldwide at turned corrupt, collectivist, self- businesses.) They say tsk-tsking doers, then tortured and rescued to further the cause.) It’s hard to the box office. The WME-repped Damon destructive and dysfunctional things like “You’ve been told peo- in a ridiculous action climax. imagine anyone, however, having is about to start filming “The Martian” for under the thumb of government ple have a right to a living, just a “Eureka!” experience watching Fox and Greengrass last directed toadies like Head of State because they’re human.” Perish A sci-fi approach these lame movies, this latest “Captain Phillips.” He is repped by CAA. Thompson (Peter MacKenzie). the thought. Though she’s found Helmer J. James Manera sports least of all. Though publicized Universal had no comment on this story. Turns out engineering genius Galt her utopia-and her sexy capitalist the thinnest resume among the without the numeral, the pic’s Deadline Hollywood first reported the onscreen title is “Atlas Shrugged Matt Damon news. — Reuters opted out of a society that now superman-Dagny returns to the trilogy’s directors, but it would disgusts him, luring other titans of outer world, unwilling to see her have been hard for anyone to pull III: Who Is John Galt?” — Reuters lifestyle WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2014

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Models present creations from the Tom Ford collection during the 2015 Spring / Summer London Fashion Week in London. — AFP photos Bright colors and bondage at LONDON FASHION WEEK

lack leather and bondage at Tom Ford and Christopher Kane, bright colors at Burberry and Roksanda-London BFashion Week offered the full spectrum on Monday of how to dress up. Ford is always a highlight but the US design- er increased the heat this season with thigh-skimming frocks and bandeau tops and harness bras matched with flares for a rock-chick look oozing with sex appeal. The models had smoky eyes and disheveled hair, seemingly endless legs strid- ing on animal print high-heeled clogs and wore tiny gold dresses and sheer tops with metallic flower embroidery cover- ing their nipples. Ford’s ladies of the night were a stark contrast to the fresh and colorful look at British luxury label Burberry Prorsum, which took a more conventional take on spring/summer with a collection entitled “The Birds and the Bees”. Kate Moss and Cara Delevingne, the faces of its new campaign, were in the front row as the models walked out in a succession of coats, layered tulle dresses, denim jackets and draped skirts in pop- py red, fern yellow, dragonfly blue and beetle green. Burberry’s classic trench coat was reinvented once again, dec- orated in bold prints taking inspiration from scrawled text and insects and flowers, while floaty sheer skirts were dyed with a range of color tones.

Eye-popping color Bold color was also the name of the game at Roksanda Ilincic’s eponymous brand, using manmade fabrics such as neoprene in eye-popping orange, pink or blue, contrasted with soft natural fibres such as silk organza. Half the collection consisted of frocks, boyish trousers, sleeveless shirts and over- sized coats in just one or two colors, embellished only with exaggerated sculptural folds and the occasional scatter of plastic trinkets sewn onto the fabric. Elsewhere there were viscose skirts, dresses and tops in geometric photographic prints, for what the Serbian-born designer said was a collection designed for the “ease of sum- mer”. With full collections expected at fashion week twice a year, not to mention the rolling demands of accessories, pre- collections and menswear shows, the pressure on modern designers is relentless. But Ilincic insists she has no shortage of ideas, and is encouraged by her four-year-old daughter, who watched the show and afterwards made her mother laugh by putting her hand on her hip and striding down the empty runway. “In a way you get into a flow. The inspirations come one after the other because often in one collection you don’t manage to express everything you want to, so you can carry it over,” Ilincic told AFP.

Models present creations from the Christopher Kane collection during the 2015 Spring / Summer London Fashion Week in London. lifestyle WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2014

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‘Subtle nod to bondage’ collection of cocktail dresses, sheer tops, pleated skirts and Elsewhere, Scottish designer Christopher Kane drew a path jackets with a variety of cord designs, in a palette spanning between the fresh and the fiery with a show paying tribute to rich bordeaux, sky blue, black and cream. Louise Wilson, his formidable former teacher at Central Saint There were graphic prints of rows of rope, actual draw- Martins fashion college who died earlier this year. Kane has strings nipping in the waist, loop-effect necklines and embroi- been one of the hottest tickets in town since his graduate dered coils on sheer fabric. Kane has come far since the neon show in 2006, and is building his eponymous label into a mini-dresses he produced at college, but he has not lost his major brand-aided by the investment of luxury French group naughty side. The cord motif, he said, is a “subtle note to Kering which bought a 51 percent stake last year. bondage”. — AFP “There were dresses that I was making then, things that were not shown, that featured coils, cords and ropes. I decided to revisit them, that simple cord idea sparking other thoughts,” he said in the show program. The result was a sophisticated

Models present creations from the Burberry Prorsum collection during the 2015 Spring / Summer London Fashion Models present creations from the Roksanda Ilincic collection. Week. The theatre of fashion, and why you need to be there ive streaming, video replays, Instagram and Twitter work, talk to the designer, go backstage, feel the fabrics, see And it can grate when guests arrive only to find they are understanding the concept that they’re buying into,” says updates from the front row-there are many ways to fol- who the latest model is and the photographers.” The British squashed in a tiny space in the back row, their view obscured Rush. For those with a particular image to sell, the venue is Llow fashion shows these days, but nothing compares to Fashion Council has been pushing to get more London by a sea of smartphones and statement hats. But for most, key. The glittering hall with its Rubens ceiling at Banqueting the blood-pumping spectacle of being there in person. designers online, but chief executive Caroline Rush says cat- online streaming will not replace shows but provides a way of House, the Royal Courts of Justice, the Royal Opera House and Almost two-thirds of shows on the schedule at London walk shows will always have a crucial role in boosting sales. watching it again later. Claridges hotel all enhance the sense of glamour. Fashion Week this season were live streamed, raising the ques- “Most of us running around town see the appeal of sitting “I might have missed something, a detail of the embroi- By contrast, a multi-storey carpark in Soho and the graffiti- tion for fashionistas racing from venue to venue on towering on your sofa watching the shows,” she told AFP from her front- dery, whether it was embroidered or printed, or hand-printed,” sprawled, urine-smelling vaults below Waterloo station send a heels whether it is really worth it. row seat at the Christopher Kane show. “But you don’t get that said Alexander, formerly fashion editor of the Daily Telegraph message of edgy cool. Whatever the location, the excitement The late Alexander McQueen aside, London rarely sees the same connection with the clothes, and the brand experience. and now editor-at-large of Hello Fashion Monthly. builds from the moment the first guests arrive, often wearing extravagant productions seen in Paris or New York. And the From a trade perspective, they continue to be relevant and “Sometimes they’re flashing past or you’re taking pictures or far more stylish clothes than will appear on the catwalk. Even perks are not what they used to be. The recession put an end important.” Instagramming or taking notes.” Rush also uses live streaming the most experienced crane their necks to spot the celebrities, to much of the free champagne while goodie bags, if you to catch up on shows in other capitals that she has to miss who are followed inside by a gaggle of camera crews. And manage to nab one, are often disappointing unless you really Online as a back-up because of work. afterwards, you get to see the human face behind it all as the need four different types of hairspray. But the cameras cannot More than 5,000 press and buyers attend the London designer takes a bow, flushed with pride and relief that it’s all pick up the buzz inside a room when the lights go down and shows, flying in from every corner of the globe at great ‘See the vision’ over. — AFP the pleasure at watching cutting-edge creations modeled expense to write about the clothes and, designers hope, place The music, lighting, decor and atmosphere of a catwalk right in front of you. large orders. With more than 80 on-schedule shows, and of show is carefully planned to create a vision of the brand that “It’s a live experience-it’s like going to the theatre or the course the parties, it’s exhausting work-particularly for those will help sell the label. Buyers from major stores will follow up ballet, the opera,” said veteran British fashion journalist Hilary who have just been in New York and will go on to Milan and with an appointment with the designer, but “it’s very good for Alexander. “You get a chance to catch up with people, net- Paris. them to see the vision of the brand presented, so they’re Clooney to get prize for humanitarian work

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Indian Bollywood actors Abhishek Bachchan , Deepika Padukone , Shah Rukh Khan and Vivaan Shah pose for a photograph during a promotional event for the forthcoming Hindi film ‘Happy New Year’ directed by Farah Khan and produced by Gauri Khan with music direction by Vishal & Shekhar in Mumbai. — AFP Palestinian bagpipers back Scottish independence

cottish independence campaigners have found an unex- walls of the practice hall. But the Beit Jala Greek Orthodox presence of Israel’s occupation is very much felt. “It’s hard to Strong community pected source of support ahead of a landmark referendum scouts have turned their music, and their activities, into a dis- move freely. When we want to go to Jerusalem to play in scout A stretch of land belonging to Beit Jala’s residents is threat- Son the fate of the United Kingdom-Palestinian bagpipers. tinctly Palestinian, and nationalist, venture. gatherings or to Nazareth (an Arab city in northern Israel), we ened with confiscation by Israel, to make way for the completion In a small hall in the occupied West Bank, far from the tussle over During a long-term hunger strike earlier this year by have to cross Israeli army checkpoints which can take hours, and of the vast separation barrier that runs through much of the Scotland’s future, pipers and stick-twirling drummers burst into Palestinian prisoners in Israeli jails, the scouts staged their own involve searches,” said Qonqar. West Bank. Under these conditions, the scouts and their music action as local scout troop members march up and down for fast in solidarity. And when the band goes to play elsewhere, the provide a sense of community to Palestinian Christians in the weekly practice. The deafening display appears more like the area. Qassis shows a YouTube video made by the scouts-with kind of spectacle seen on the streets of Edinburgh than in the accompanying bagpipe music-showcasing their community predominantly Christian town of Beit Jala. work and outdoor activities. Qonqar says there are some 800 But the scouts insist the bagpipes’ Scottish heritage trans- scouts of all ages in Beit Jala alone, a town of around 16,000 lates perfectly to the Palestinian struggle for their own inde- inhabitants. pendence. “The Scots used to have bagpipes on the battlefield, They gather on Christmas and Easter there and in neighbor- so for me, it’s part of resistance,” said Majeed Qonqar, 31, who ing Bethlehem to celebrate the Christian festivals. Local children joined the scouts aged 10 and has played the pipes since he was gather around to watch the practice, hopeful for a place one day a teenager. “As a bagpipe player, and knowing the history of in the prestigious local ensemble. “Every single person in this bagpipes, I like to call it an instrument of war,” he said. And as scout troop would like to join the pipe band, but it’s not easy... they long for their own Palestinian state, the band members say it’s competitive,” said drummer George Ghawali, 20 smiling after they support those Scots seeking to break away from Britain in an intense rehearsal. the historic referendum on Thursday. “Every person wants to be When asked about the music’s Western heritage, Ghawali able to decide for themselves. So if they want to separate from insisted: “The music is Palestinian.” Yet as Scotland gears up for the UK, then of course I support them,” said piper Issa Musallam, what looks set to be a knife-edge vote, there is a sense of solidar- 23. ity thousands of kilometers (miles) away in the West Bank. “As Palestinians, like everyone else, we want our own state,” said British legacy scout leader Khaled Qassis. “The Scottish want their independ- The irony that both the bagpipes and the scouts were ence, their state, so they can live in a country that’s theirs and brought to Palestine essentially by an occupying power-the theirs alone,” he said. — AFP British-is not lost on Qassis. “Yes, well there are a lot of things left here from the British empire,” he laughed. The British, who administered the region from 1920-1948, brought with them the scout tradition. Qassis proudly displays in his office a framed copy of a 1933 letter from scout movement founder Robert Baden-Powell to File picture taken on January 6, 2012, Orthodox Christmas celebrations kick off in the traditional birthplace of Jesus in the Palestine high commissioner at the time, commending the the West Bank town of Bethlehem to the sound of bagpipes and protests by Palestinians accusing church leaders of sell- Palestinian scouts. Photos of old marching bands adorn the ing land to Israelis. — AFP photos

File pictures show Palestinian Scouts play the bagpipes outside the Church of the Nativity.

n exhibition of paper cut-outs by the French artist Henri Matisse Modern Art in New York, where it will be on view from Oct 12 through Feb drew more than 560,000 visitors to London’s Tate Modern, making 8. It ran for almost five months in London and was the first exhibition at Ait the most popular show ever mounted at the museum, the Tate the Tate Modern, which is housed in a converted electrical-generating Matisse exhibition drew record said yesterday. The cut-outs were works that Matisse created late in his plant on the banks of the Thames, to attract more than half a million peo- career and were made with construction paper that he cut into shapes ple. Across its four sites, the Tate said it attracted 7.04 million visitors in the and mounted on canvas, wood or some other support. 2013-2014 season. It said Tate Modern retained its position as the most “It is testament to the power and accessibility of Matisse’s work that the visited gallery of modern and contemporary art in the world with 4.8 mil- visitor numbers, Tate says exhibition has captured imaginations of visitors of all ages,” Tate Director lion visitors.—Reuters Nicholas Serota said. The show will be staged next at the Museum of