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Friday, February 21, 2020 Issue No 504 www.caymaniantimes.ky Complimentary Chill out this winter with nonstop flights to DENVER 949-2311 | caymanairways.com

INSIDE THIS ISSUE CPR Cayman win  LOCAL NEWS — A3 referendum ruling

Premier’s statement on Referendum Law ruling

 BUSINESS — A4

CUC reports 2019 results

 ART & CULTURE — A5

Full story on page A3 >> DG’s 5K Challenge Opposition Returns stands ready New National Gallery Exhibition Explores Women’s Role in The Deputy Governor’s 5K Chal- to assist in Caymanian History versary by returning to all three Cay- Islandsbe: Cayman and Alzheimer’s Islands Cancer and Demen- Society lenge is celebrating its seventh anni- (CICS), MS Foundation of the Cayman EU Delisting  — A6 man Islands. tia Association of the Cayman Islands With a focus on Helping Today – (ADACI).... Continued story on page A10 Process Protecting Tomorrow, the bene�iciar- ies from this year’s fundraiser will

Batabano seeks Sponsors

 TASTE OF CLASS — A6

 Leader of the Opposition Hon. V. Arden McLean

Members of the Opposition today re-

Government in their efforts to have the Caymanaf�irmed Islandstheir commitment removed from to assist the Eu-the

 Deputy Governor Franz Manderson celebrates crossing the finish line during the 2019 ropean Union’s (EU) list of non-cooper- Social dining at Bacaro event (Photo by GIS) ative jurisdictions.... Continued story on page A4 EDITORIAL | CHAMBER OF COMMERCE PAGE A2 Friday, February 21, 2020 | Issue No 504 C�������� T����

EDITORIAL EVENTS CAF helps youngsters Chamber Events- love music Training Course - time this group of 8 to ten-year olds Community Calendar Hundreds of people took pleasure in the cello and violin recital – the �irst some fantastic musical performances ering of no doubt family and friends FRIDAY, 21 FEB. over the past couple of weeks as the an- have performed on stage. The gath- CAREERS, EDUCATION & TRAINING nual Cayman Arts Festival programme EXPO 2020 brought classical, jazz, and even big who watched the amazing John Gray brass band music to the Cayman Is- 8High performers School Soul as theySeptet belted perform out weresoul lands in �ine style. Audiences heard a wowed by the skill of these young year versityThe Chamber College of of the Commerce’s Cayman Islands’ annual beautiful cello and violin recital from Careers Expo will be held at the Uni- sisters Kristine and Margarita Bala- classics as if they were twice their age. nas and some magni�icent tunes from Little kindergartners were treated to (UCCI) Sir Vassel Johnson Hall and will the Rodney Marsalis Philadelphia Big aEDITORIAL special musical session | of COMMUNITY their own 38open businesses to the NOTICES public and organisations at 10am. Attend- that Brass, as well as some amazing per- as Glen Inanga helped them appreciate ees will have a chance to speak with formances by the Cayman Arts Festi- somePAGE children’s 2 classics on the piano, val’s Artistic Director Glen Inanga, who being sung and on Wednesday,the cello. Then there October are presenting 18, 2017 scholarship, | Issue education, No 132 Caymanian Times performed Cuban classical music on were a series of master classes where internship and career opportunities. the piano along with Cuban musicians students could learn from the talents Email nina.robinson-downs@cayman- Antonio Alvarez Sanchez on cello and of the main performers, who went to chamber.ky or communications@cay- Yoan Tamayo Garcia on violin. The Lana play at their schools and share their Nmanchamber.kyTHURSDAY,otic for moreE 5s MAR.information. Janjanin Trio brought the festival to a knowledgeEditorial with youngsters. The Jubi- EMPLOYMENT & THE LABOUR 5pm. If you want employees who are close with their own European take on late/CAF performance by children who LAW – PART III: PENSIONS more satis�ied, productive, creative jazz music. But there is another side to attend the Cayman Arts Festival’s after- PartCustoms 3 of this Chamber Training Registration Cen- and engaged, then this of is the Importers training begins the Cayman Arts Festival which might school programme showcased all that To help importers start using a system forcourse entry declaration, for you. Come the Department out and learn will the-lessnot see theserves limelight a vital purposeas much foras these they have learnt. With its year-round start registering importers starting Monday,how 16 youOctober can 2017. become and stay opti- fantastic international acts, but none- afterschool programmes, the Cayman treThe Legal registration Assist course is required takes placeby the at implementation mally motived. of a Registernew online at electronic https:// Arts Festival is so much more than an systemthe Chamber’s for entry of�ices declaration. in Governors Effective 1web.caymanchamber.ky/events/Opti- November 2017, the Cayman Islands islands – the encouragement of young annual musical event and is a fantastic Square, from 9am – 11am. This two- mal-Motivation-6-March-2020-1769/ Customs Department will implement the new system. This will require importers people to love music. Cayman Arts Fes- organisation which we encourage the hour course will review important details. For more information email to complete and submit entries electronically to Customs using the new gateway tival’s young cellists were able to open entireEDITORIAL community to support. | COMMUNITYelements ofNOTICES the Pensions Law. A se- [email protected] or portalcure futureCOLS (Customs is important Online to System). all, and Importerscall 743-9129. will be able to access the portal through the website www.customs.gov.ky. THURSDAY, 12 MAR. PAGE 2 Wednesday, Octoberso a 18, basic 2017 understanding | Issue this No Law 132 is IMMIGRATION: WORK PERMITS Caymanian Times Tips of the Week nessvitalFor individuals tostays instilling on the who con�idenceright have side not yet inof em-receivedthe training(BVP’s, in theTWP’s use andof the RERC’s) system, Customs will provide in-house training. Motivational Tip ployees,However, as before well as they ensure can use your COLS, busi- importers will have to be formally registered and recognised as an importer by Customs. The Power of Music This will require each individual to come in and provide Customs with relevant information including a government-issued Law. Register at https://web.cayman- Join us at Chamber Training Centre Do not underestimate the power oticEs Nchamber.ky/events/Employment- aboutfor another the full Legal range Assist of optionscourse, whichunder ofE music.ditorial Music can heal the sick, their business licence and/or companies registration including directorship. The-Labour-Law-Part-III-Pensions-5- takes place from 9am – 1pm. Learn mend the broken heart, relieve stress identification,As a result, Customs e.g., driver’s will begin licence the or registration passport. Additionally,process starting it will Monday, be necessary 16 October for through companies 27 October and businesses 2017, from to provide8:30am and even help you to live longer. Just March-2020-1764/details.Customs ForRegistration more of Importers begins information email programme@cay- which a non-Caymanian can lawfully ask some of our seniors who are still To help importers start using a system for entry declaration, the Department will Robertsmanchamber.ky FRIDAY,Drive (locally or call 6 known MAR.743-9129. as Airport Road).“engage in gainful occupation in the Is- playing music and dancing. They will tostart 4:00pm registering Monday importers to Friday. starting Registration Monday, will 16 takeOctober place 2017. on the 1st floor of Customs Headquarters, located at #42 Owens agree that music has added value to However,OPTIMAL if they MOTIVATION miss this period to be lands,”registered, with anCustoms emphasis will on continue private sec- to register importers during normal business The registration is required by the implementation of a new online electronic their life and also a few more years. hours. Although most importers were previouslytor employment. registered in Register the old system, at https:// it is necessary for all importers to be registered After a long stressful day, close your insystem the new for system.entry declaration. Once registered Effective with 1 web.caymanchamber.ky/events/Im-Customs, November importers 2017, the can Cayman then submit Islands entries electronically and do business with eyes turn on your iPod or CD player Customs,CustomsniesThe is being newly Departmentwithout offered introduced having willby tothe implement attend Chamber training in person.the newmigration-Work-Permits-BVPs-TWPs- system. This will require importers tocourse complete by The and Ken submit Blanchard entries Compa- electronicallyand-RERCs-12-March-2020-1759/ to Customs using the new gateway and just enjoy the mellowing sounds Cayman Islands Customs Management thanks importers for their cooperation and understanding and looks forward to portal COLS (Customs Online System). Importersdetails. will Call be 743-9129 able to access or email the portal pro- of music. If you have energy left you continued partnership. may even dance a jig. throughTraining the Centre website for www.customs.gov.ky.the �irst time. It’s [email protected] for LiveTips longer. of Live the happier. Week Live life to anFor all-day individuals course who starting have from not yet 9am received – more training information. in the use of the system, Customs will provide in-house training. itsMotivational fullest withElections MUSIC. Tip Law (2017 Revision) However, before they can use COLS, importers will have to be formally registered and recognisedAir-Conditioned as an importer Storage by Customs. FORM 10 The Power of Music This will require each individualSea toGrape come in and provide Customs with relevant information including a government-issued Do not underestimatesection the power 16(3) Units - Kingbird Drive REVISION NOTICEof music. Music can heal the sick, their business licence and/or companies registration including directorship. Available for Immediate identification, e.g., driver’sSecretarial licence or passport. Additionally, Services it will be necessary for companies and businesses to provide TAKE NOTICE that the revised lists of electors formend the West the Bay broken Central, heart, West relieve Bay South, stress As a result, Customs will begin the registration process starting Monday, 16 October through 27 OctoberRental 2017, from 8:30am George Town North, George Town Central, Georgeand even Town help West, you George to live Town longer. South, Just Services: Work Permits, Trade and Business Applications George Town East, Red Bay, Prospect, Newlands,ask Savannah, some of Bodden our seniors Town West, who Bodden are still Roberts Drive& Renewal(locally known Annual as Airport Returns, Road). 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Sheps, M.D. Website: www.caymaniantimes.ky Hairdresser Designer LOCAL NEWS C�������� T���� Friday, February 21, 2020 | Issue No 504 PAGE A3 CPR Cayman win referendum ruling

Justice Tim Owen, QC, issued his rul- ing last week in the judicial review challenge brought by Shirley Roulstone, a member of CPR Cayman, which chal- lenged the legality of the law enacted by Government to establish the process and procedure for the conduct of the referendum on the proposed cruise ship berthing facility. Justice Owen found the law to be un- constitutional in that the Constitution allowed the people of the Cayman Is- thanlands just to havegiving referendums them the right that to werehave carried out fairly and effectively, rather

referendums. of Aspeople-initiated a result, Government referenda needed rather to than en- act a general law governing the conduct

a speci�ic law that it could tailor to suit its agenda in any particular referendum, a press release from CPR Cayman stated. In particular, Section 70 of the Constitu- tion conferred a direct democratic right on the people to veto the policy choices of their democratic representatives, the Grand Court heard. “Allowing the democratic representa- tives to change the ground rules every time there is a referendum risks the rules being changed to promote their policy choice,” the ruling also stated. andCPR that Cayman their vote said in that the thereferendum decision ing some types of provisions that should showed that the people’s voice counted be ready to challenge the Government CPR Cayman called for the Govern- would count. be included in that law to protect the when its action or inaction is contrary to ment to commission a fully updated “The citizens of the Cayman Islands people’sGovernment constitutional has said right that to is have has ref-al- the standards of fairness, good govern- theenvironmental Department impact of Environment statement on andthe can challenge the Government and chal- erendums conducted fairly. ance and democracy that we have the revised project, in consultation with lenge the status quo to bring about a andright also to expect.” The National Trust for joining CAYMANIAN TIMES Friday 29 September, 2017 Issue No 124 PAGE 19 CLASSIFIEDS precedent-setting, positive outcome ready started the process of drafting the Ms Roulstone thanked her legal team the National Conservation Council, and that protects the democratic rights of all type of general law that the Court has encouraged the Governor to convene a citizens,” the Group said.Health City Caymansaid is Islandsrequired. Despite this, they have the judicial review proceedings as an public enquiry to examine the econom- KOZAILY DESIGNS LTD. Shirley Roulstone was represented in also indicated their intention to appeal interested party, which, she said, had ic, environmental and social implica- the judicial reviewInvites by Kate application McClymont for thethe following judgment. positions provided “important evidence on the tions of the proposed facility. Invites Cayman Nationals & Status Holders to fill in the job post for.. of Broadhurst LLC. input“We on encourage the drafting our before elected passing of�icials the devastating environmental impact that They also asked that the Elections ONE (1) ARCHITECTURAL AUTO CAD TECHNICIAN Ms McClymont stated:Administrative “The fairness Assistant- to engage Accounts with stakeholders and seek the proposed cruise berthing facility Of�ice to create a document addressing Qualifications: and effectiveness of referenda, like elec- referendum legislation should strive for would have and the way the Govern- the procedures and practices for the • With Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture tions, is one of the cornerstones of de- thenext highest Referendum standards Bill into of goodlaw; thegovern- next ment has misled the public about that referendum including, amongst other • Must have in depth knowledge in computer aided design software such as but mocracy.Graduate/Post This is Graduate/I.C.W.A./C.A a landmark decision Finance with 3 years’ of experience in impact.” things: economic assistance for overseas not limited to AutoCAD, Revit, 3D Max, Photoshop, etc. that is likely to result in the referendum The proposed cruise berthing project voters to return ballots; the need to au- • With at least 5 years of relevant work experience relevant field. Experience in the healthcare industry would be advantageous. Job Description: on the proposed cruise ship berthing fa- ance and to provide equality, fairness, galvanised more than 6,000 registered dit the electors list to remove deceased • Determine client’s objectives and requirements; Meet with other professionals cility,Post• and holder future will people-initiated be responsible refer-for: transparency, objectivity on the part of voters out to petition for a referendum, persons, mentally impaired persons and and clients at an early stage to agree on the project brief. enda, being conducted more fairly than Government,” CPR Cayman said. an issue which CPR Cayman said “re- anyone else not entitled to vote; the pro- • Cash collections and deposits and reconciliation of same. • Understand how the design aspects of a construction project influence and relate would otherwise have been the case. CPR’s Johann Moxam said: “We would mains a current and critical threat to cedure to ensure anyone needing mobile to performance and functional issues so that practical questions can be addressed. Provided• Payables the Legislature and receivables. adopts the rec- like to thank Shirley Roulstone for her our islands”. voting assistance is provided with that • Sketch preliminary design plans ommendations• made by the Hon. Justice bravery, tenacity and dedication to her “We are more convinced than ever authoritiesassistance; athat clear they indication have the to employ-right to • Specify materials and furnishings, such as lighting, wall finishes, flooring, Statutory payments and audits. Owen QC, it is also likely to result in the country as a humble, concerned citizen. that we can reach the threshold of ees of public authorities and statutory plumbing fixtures, etc. Must have knowledge in preparing, examining and analyzing accounting • Evaluate and advise on environmental, legal and regulatory issues contributing public being provided with more bal- She stood up against an attempt at injus- >50% of registered voters voting NO in to planning applications and other regulatory application procedures; ancedrecords, information financial on which statements, to make an and tice other at the financial highest level reports and won. to assess We are the referendum, which will prevent the campaign for either a “yes” or “no” vote • Assess what surveys (e.g. land surveys) are required before work can commence informed decision when the time comes proud to include her amongst our exec- Government proceeding with the pro- without fear of retribution, recognising Salaryaccuracy. range: US$30,000 to 42,000 persent annum us and based the peopleupon experience of the Cayman and ensuring such surveys are undertaken and their results fed into the project. to vote in the referendum.” utive committee and to have her repre- ject. All it takes is for the people of these that they are distinct from core civil • Develop project briefs and working on these as the project progresses; As a result of this Court ruling, Gov- islands to exercise their right to vote. theservants referendum and not being bound held to impartiality. at the same • Prepare final plans, using computer applications such as CAD, sketchup, revit and make presentation for the client ernmentAssistant is required Manager to draft– Finance a general & Accounts Islands (Claims in this important& Debt Collections) case.” Shirley has proven through today’s deci- CPR Cayman said it would agree to • Advise clients on procuring the best and most appropriate contracts for the work law that provides a framework for the Ms Roulstone said: “Today’s ruling is sion that one person can make a differ-  they are undertaking; conduct of all people-initiated referen- proof that citizens can and must moni- ence. Your vote will count!” CPR Cayman time as the next general election, in May • Place orders for materials and oversee installation of the design elements daBachelors and made of recommendations Commerce with minimum regard- 5-8tor years’ the actions finance of andtheir Debt Government Collections and stated. 2021. • Liaise with appropriate authorities (planning enquiries, building inspectors) • when producing documentation for statutory approval; experience in any Industry but preferably in healthcare industry. • Producing, analyzing, and advising on detailed specifications for suitable Must have sound knowledge of medical terminologies used in a hospital materials or processing to be used; •Premier’s statement on Referendum • Carry-out design-stage risk assessments; setting including but not limited to CPT/ICD codes. • Administering contracts and projects certifications; • Receive payments and post amounts paid to customer accounts. • Create and communicate change orders when necessary • Oversee and supervise the project Make Debtors ageing report on a biweekly basis and present the same to • Visit after the project to ensure that the client is satisfied Law ruling • • Perform other related tasks. Management. “While the Court determined that Remuneration and benefits: Locate and notify customers of delinquent accounts by email, telephone, Salary is commensurate with experience and qualification CI$4,500-6,000/ sider its next steps regarding the port month with health insurance and pension in accordance with the Cayman Islands •“Understandably,or personal visits the rulingin order of Actingto recover payment. stand that it will take some time before the Government will take time to con- Government. Judge Tim Owen QC of Matrix Cham- the Referendum Law was incompatible an order on this issue is made.  • Advise customers of necessary actions for debt repayment. Interested applicants may submit their resume to bers handed down this morning is not with section 70 of the Constitution, the “Pending the Court’s �inal order, aside project, and will issue another state- [email protected]. the outcomeSort and that file thecorrespondence, Government had and performquestion miscellaneous of the appropriate duties relief such to as be from the immediate issue of an appeal, ment in due course.” hoped• answering for. correspondence and writinggranted reports. is still outstanding. We under- KOZAILY DESIGNS LTD. Arrange for debt repayment or establish repayment schedules, based on • customers' financial situations. Invites Cayman Nationals & Status Holders to fill in the job post for.. SalaryNegotiate Range: credit USD 30,000.00 extensions towhen USD necessary. 40,000.00 per Annum. ONE (1) BOOKKEEPER/ACCOUNTANT Resident Medical Officer Qualifications: • Must have a professional license or certificate issued by any recognized professional body (CA, ACCA, CPA). MBBS• with MD/Fellowship in Pediatric with 5-7 years of experience. • Minimum 8 years post-qualification work experience. Extensive experience in the practice of Pediatric with additional • Exceptional working knowledge of QuickBooks Premier. • • Well versed in financial statements’ preparation and analysis. experience in care of Acute Pediatric inpatients (desirable). • With the ability to develop strategies and plans for short, mid, & long term Should be aware of JCI policies and procedures and would have worked in financial goals of the organization. Salaryhigh range: volume Salary Cardiac will and/or be on Orthopedics Percentage tertiary basis prorated care Hospitals. according to • Keen in details and well-rounded in internal control policy and execution • Excellent organizational, oral and written communication skills. hours of engagement. Job Description: • Budget management and cash flow monitoring. Only shortlisted candidates are guaranteed a response. • Financial statements’ preparation and analyses – these include but not limited to the analysis of all real and nominal accounts as well as performing variance & financial ratio analysis. Suitably experienced Caymanians, Status holders, Residents with Employment • Recording of daily financial transactions in accounting software: Quickbooks Rights only need to apply. • Perform reconciliation of cash in bank, payables, receivables and other balance sheet accounts. Please send resume to [email protected], P.O. Box-10590, KY1-1005, • Liaise with Project Manager in the review and analysis of project costs, payment Cayman Islands. 12-Oct-2017. applications & contracts.  Premier Alden McLaughlin Deadline to submit application is • Accounts receivable management – from billing to collection to report generation to analysis of aging of receivables, to recommendation on the provision for bad debts. • Accounts payable management – from processing of suppliers’ invoices to Advertise payment to budget allocation. • Review existing company internal control policies and procedures and prepare here! revisions/suggestions for management approval Remuneration and benefits: Contact a staff member CI$3,000-4,000/month with health insurance and pension in accordance with the to find out how you can Cayman Islands Government. Interested applicants may submit their resume to advertise in this spot! [email protected]. BUSINESS | OPPOSITION SPEAKS PAGE A4 Friday, February 21, 2020 | Issue No 504 C�������� T���� Utilities Company, Ltd. reports full-year 2019 results

Caribbean Utilities Company, Ltd. a 7.7 percent increase in earnings per (CUC) (TSX: CUP.U) today reported its Class A Ordinary Share was recorded. audited full-year 2019 �inancial results. The Company calculates earnings per For the period ending December 31, share on the weighted average number 2019 (“Fiscal 2019”), net earnings were of Class A Ordinary Shares outstand- USD$29.1 million and diluted earn- ing. The weighted average number of ings per Class A Ordinary shares were Class A Ordinary Shares outstanding USD$28.1“I am pleased million, to report or USD$0.84 the positive per were 33,322,444 and 33,078,944 for the Class A Ordinary Share for the full year. years ended December 31, 2019 and De- cember 31, 2018, respectively. overall results of the Company for 2019, Capital expenditures for Fiscal 2019 including strong �inancial results which were $60.6 million, or a 5 percent in- were primarily driven by the increased crease from Fiscal 2018. During 2019, electricity consumption of residents there was a signi�icant amount of work and businesses participating in Grand carried out at the Company’s substa- Cayman’s growing economy,” said Mr. tions. Upgrades to the Bodden Town, Richard Hew, Caribbean Utilities Com- South Sound, North Sound Road, and pany, President and CEO. “More impor- Rum Point substations were complet- tantly, during the year the Company ed, increasing. The year 2019 was the engaged in activities that will ensure we second of the planned �ive-year project  CUC headquarters successfully deliver safe, reliable, least- to replace the over 7,000 high pressure cost electricity in a sustainable manner sodium (“HPS”) streetlights with light to our customers well into the future. emitting diode (“LED”) technology. At under a type of net-metering arrange- The Company made excellent progress the end of the year, over 4,200 lights tem without paying CUC for this energy the customers will be around $1 million on its Capital Investment Plan activities had been replaced putting the Company per annum. including building new substations, a ahead of schedule. The LED lights use ment. At December 31, 2019, there were The project to replace the Superviso- control room and an upgrade of mon- signi�icantly less energy than the older 4 DER customers connected with total generationry Control and transmissionData Acquisition and (“SCA-distri- itoring and controls technology, all to HPS technology providing environmen- installed capacity of 494 kilowatts. DA”) system which controls both CUC’s increase service capacity and reliabili- tal and �inancial bene�its. the capacity Plans for the future call for a signi�i- ty to our customers. The Company also and reliability of service to our custom- cant increase in renewable energy pro- bution (“T&D”) systems and to expand received OfReg approval for a 20-meg- ers in those areas. jectsFuture over the capitalnext 10 years. projects and upgrade the control room building awatt (“MW”) Utility-scale Battery pro- Power generation costs for Fiscal is well advanced. The existing SCADA ject which is presently in the tendering 2019 totaled $115.9 million, 3% in- system was installed in 1999 and does stage. Battery storage provides the grid crease year-over-year. This increase was The Company broke ground for the not support the new data protocols that stability necessary to integrate higher a result of higher fuel, renewables and construction of the new Seven Mile have emerged and that have become the levelsAccording of intermittent to CUC’s renewables.” Fiscal generationRenewable costs. energy Beach substation and work started on a new electrical utility industry stand- 2019 Annual Report new Prospect substation. Both substa- ards. The new system will support cur- summary highlights tions are indoor type, designed to with- rent protocols and standards for contin- In early 2019, OfReg accepted CUC’s stand major hurricanes and featuring all ued reliable operations. It will improve Integrated Resource Plan and they gas insulated switchgear manufactured integration, monitoring and automation Sales for Fiscal 2019 were 667.7 mil- continue to facilitate the connection of by Siemens. The projects are scheduled of generation and T&D electrical devic- lion kWh, an increase of 38.9 million renewable energy sources to the grid. for completion in the �irst and second es. It will also support the anticipated kWh or 6 percent year-over-year. Sales Renewable energy on the CUC grid for quarter of 2020 respectively. The Frank growth in distributed renewable gener- were positively impacted by an increase 2019 totaled 18.8 million kWh which Sound substation is scheduled for ex- ation. The new control room and SCADA in average commercial consumption, amounts to 2.6% of the total energy pansion and upgrade in 2021. system is scheduled to be in operation warmer weather conditions and a 2 per- supplied. CUC aims to have 25% of re- The Cayman Islands Utility Regula- by mid-2020. cent growth in overall customer base. newable energy on the grid by 2025 and tion and Competition Of�ice (the “Of- There is also the continuation of the Operating income totaled $29.5 mil- to meet the objectives and targets of the Reg”) approved the Company’s request on-going �ive-year project to replace lion, a 4 percent increase year-over-year, National Energy Policy over the longer for a 20-megawatt Utility-Scale Battery the over 7,000 high pressure sodium attributed to higher electricity sales rev- term. batteryfor its Instantaneousis to provide Reservesinstantaneous project. or (“HPS”) streetlights with light emitting enues primarily driven by a 6 percent The Customer Owned Renewable En- ‘spinning’The primary reserve function in the of theevent utility-scale of a sud- Annualdiode (“LED”) General technology. Meeting of the Compa- increase in kWh sales, and 1.8% and ergy (“CORE”) programme, which as at Shareholders are invited to attend the 0.9% base rate increases effective June the end of 2019 was fully subscribed, 1, 2018 and June 1, 2019, respectively. allows residential and commercial cus- shortfallden loss inin powerenergy generation. until other The genera- utili- ny to be held on May 14, 2020 at noon Higher depreciation and transmission tomers to connect their solar panels ty-scale battery will instantly bridge the at the Westin Grand Cayman Seven Mile costs partially offset these items in Fis- or wind turbines to the CUC grid. At the spinning reserve normally provided Beach Resort & Spa on West Bay Road, cal 2019. December 31, 2019, there were 432 tors can be brought online. By replacing Grand Cayman. Net earnings were $29.1 million, a CORE customers connected with total CUC’s 2019 Results and related Man- 9 percent increase year-over-year, at- installed capacity of 5,611.2 kilowatts. by CUC’s online generators, fewer gener- agement’s Discussion and Analysis tributed to a higher operating income, The Distributed Energy Resource ators will need to be online, signi�icantly (“MD&A”) for the lowerAfter �inance the adjustment charges and for dividendshigher other on (“DER”) programme was introduced in reducing the amount of fuel consumed twelve-month period ended December income. January 2018. This programme allows thatfor electricity the initial production. magnitude As of asavings direct re- to 31, 2019 can be accessed at www.cuc-cay- customers to consume electricity gener- sult of this project, the Company expects man.com (Investor Relations/Press Re- the preference shares of the Company, ated by their own renewable energy sys- leases) and at www.sedar.com. 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recent legislative changes which were at the territory, including those coming gations. We must ensure that delays are completed in early January 2020 with from other organisations such as the kept to a minimum and that any pro- Opposition members met last week the Opposition’s support. OECD, FATF and CFATF. posed changes are implemented in a Thursday, February 13th, 2020 with the Mr. McLean stated that, “While it is Mr. McLean remains concerned that timely manner, and with the full support Hon. Premier and Minister of Financial unfortunate, that despite having made despite recent efforts by the Govern- of the Industry. This is a classic example Services and the Leader of the Opposi- genuine efforts to address the concerns ment, with the support of the Opposition of how quickly things can become de- tion, on behalf of his team, expressed of the European Union, we still �ind our- and the private sector, the Economic and restrailed assured with just that a fewmy weeksteam stands of delay.” ready solidarity with the Government in pro- selves on the list of un-cooperative juris- Financial Affairs Council (ECOFIN) rec- Mr McLean added, “The country can tecting the jurisdiction, particularly our dictions, I am hopeful that this will soon ommended the listing. address this latest listing of the Cayman Financial Services Sector. be reversed.”. The Opposition Leader “We need to ensure that we take a to do whatever is necessary, to not just Leader of the Opposition Hon. V. Ar- made note of the fact that the Cayman responsesclose look and at the solutions processes to wethese employ obli-  den McLean remains optimistic that the Islands have complied, in the past, with when we are preparing and executing Islands, but to also work with the Govern- country could soon be de-listed due to every demand and requirement aimed ment to meet any future deadlines.” Advertise your Property Rentals here

Call 945 8463 / 9162000 or email [email protected] ART & CULTURE C�������� T���� Friday, February 21, 2020 | Issue No 504 PAGE A5 New National Gallery Exhibition Explores Women’s Role in Caymanian History

A new National Gallery will examine the vital role women played in Caymanian socie- ty from the 1800s through to the mid-20th century, as told through the work of local art- ists. The exhibition, which is sup- ported by Butter�ield, seeks to facilitate a dialogue around the story of the resilience, adaptive ingenuity and technical prow- landess ofduring the womenthe heyday of diverse of the Caymanbackgrounds Islands' who maritimeremained in-on provided stability and ensured dustry. Women’s contributions that the islands continued to �lourish both socially and eco- nomically, especially at times sponseof adverse to conditions,the huge personal such as natural catastrophes, or in re- and economic losses that were incurred when men perished at sea. The twenty six artists who were selected for the exhibi- tion are: Marlena Anglin, Isy B, Dubadah Boldeau, John Broad, Randy Chollette, Maya  ‘Island of Women’ installation image (Photo by Jim Gates (Blue Dot Studios)) Cochrane, John Clark, Carmen Connolly, Patrice Donalds-Mor- genres ranging from illustra- gan, Al Ebanks, Rosemay tive painting and traditional Ebanks, Meegan Ebanks, Kath- “Art has always had a unique ryn Elphinstone, Horacio Este- ability to in�luence opinions ban, Stuart Holmes, John Reno craft to video and installation and translate experiences over Jackson, Pamela Kelly, Peg- Gallerywork. Additional and the Cayman artwork Islands from space and time. As a long-time gy Leshikar-Denton, Charles the collections of the National supporter of the NGCI we are Long, Sarah McDougall, Bridget to photographs from the Cay- tremelyalways pleasedimportant to providerole art— our McPartland, Tiffany Polloni, National Museum, in additional andsupport by extension and recognise the NGCI— the ex- Lizzie Powell, Ren Seffer, Gor- don Solomon and Nasaria Suck- man“The Islands artist’s National featured Archive, in this oo Chollette. have also been be included. plays in our community. We The featured artists were en- look forward seeing the exhibi- couraged to include a formal exhibition have each addressed tion and programmes, and wish research component into their our theme in different ways to congratulate the participat- projects and were asked to spe- resulting in a visually complex ing artist and the NGCI.” says ci�ically consider the roles of and very thought-provoking MichaelThe exhibition McWatt, Managingopens to theDi- Caymanian women through the notexhibition,” a literal says illustration NGCI Director of our rector of Butter�ield Cayman. following issues: individual and Natalie Urquhart. “While this is  Bridget McPartland’s work highlights the women’s suffrage movement collective health; in the local admissionpublic on Saturdayto the 08exhibition Febru- economy, through the prudent nityhistory, programme the artworks that addresses provide andary andrelated runs programmes until 28 May is freeand ning throughout the exhibition and creative management of a platform for a wider commu- local and remitted resources; have made to our modern so- school programme or book a in relationships, with the men the contribution that women thanks to support from Butter- please visit https://www.na- tour, please email Maia Muttoo who went out to see for extend- �ield. For a full list of all work- tionalgallery.org.ky/whats-on/ at education@nationalgallery. ed periods of time, and with the ciety.” This will include panel shops, lectures and events run- and to participate in the related org.ky. family, friends and communi- discussions with community ties on the islands; in faith and leaders and local historians, beliefs, formal and informal; along with members of the Cay- and as keepers of communal man Islands Seafarers Asso- memories. ciation and representatives of Inspired by oral histories, ar- forprofessional families women’sand an extensive clubs on chival material, family stories island, as well as special events and historical objects, the re- sulting work covers a diverse school tour programme that range of mediums, styles and also explores the theme.

 Maya Cochrane explores the tradition of ‘pinking’ in her work entitled ‘Pinking of the Sheets’

 John Reno Jackson’s acrylic painting, part of a pair by the artist, ad- dresses the themes of separation and reunion BATABANO | TASTE OF CLASS PAGE A6 Friday, February 21, 2020 | Issue No 504 C�������� T���� Batabano a unifying and economic driver for Cayman

As a non-pro�it organization run by a team of dedicated volunteers on Grand Cayman, corporate sponsorship is cru- iserscial for say keeping there has the never 37-year been Batabano a better tradition alive and thriving, and organ- time than now for businesses to support this growing national event. “Batabano is so much more than just a road for masqueraders because it truly unites all demographics of peo- ple living in our community while offer- ing a tremendous economic boost for a wide cross section of local entrepre- neurs, including local artisans, cooks, restaurants, bars, retail stores, taxis, hotels, condos, DJ’s, singers, dancers, event rentals, security of�icers, cleaners, you name it,” said Batabano Chairper- tle nesting season from May to Novem- son Donna Myrie-Stephen. “It is certain- Mrs. Myrie-Stephen said that now decades, for generations, it becomes when they go ashore to nest during tur- ly a thriving tourism product yes, but more than ever, people are truly real- part of your culture, part of your histo- Batabano, with its unique connection izing just how much Batabano has al- ry. Our people say ‘Batabano’ with pride, ber each year, which is why holding Cay- to turtle nesting season in our islands, ways united Caymanians as one, along knowing that it is so unique to our is- man Batabano in early May is really touches the hearts and spirits of awith national people event from has all been cultures uniting and people back- lands. You have real bragging rights so signi�icant as a time for celebration. our local people like no other event in grounds who call Cayman home. “When when you’re part of Batabano!” Other (adult) Batabano sponsorship Cayman does, and that alone makes it so With just 12 weeks to Batabano on the opportunities include: special.” to celebrate together for almost four urgentlyweekend neededof May at7th all to levels 10th, to Batabano support 1. Parade competition cash prizes organisers say corporate sponsors are and trophies for: Batabano Band Of The “Our sponsorship drive began from trophyYear, plus a trophy; Second Place prize, the growing carnival. plus a trophy; and Third Place, plus a

last year with hundreds of local busi- phies2. Kings, Queens, and Individual cos- nesses being contacted, so we’re ap- tume competition cash prizes and tro- pealing to them all again to come and be part of Batabano,” she said, noting that 3. Event sponsorship for: Le Masque thatsponsorship Cayman isresidents critical inand order visitors to put have on Fundraising Dinner Show on May 7th; the type of high end concerts and events the Friday Night Fete on May 8th; Inter- national Jouvert on May 9th; Las’ Lap come to expect, which are easily up- Street Dance on May 9th; and the Bat- wards of CI$75K – CI$100K per event to abano Food Festival on May 9th. be done right and to attract top enter- Junior Batabano Parade and Family tainers, in addition to the street parade. Fun Day will be held on Saturday May “Let there be no doubt – Cayman Car- 2nd, followed by the Junior Batabano nival Batabano is here to stay as it con- Teen Dance that evening. Overall Jun- remainstinues to one be aof unifying the top economicevents for driverspon- ior Batabano sponsorship levels, also sorsfor our to beislands part andof and for to our support people, in so the it named in honour of sea turtles, are: “Green Sea Turtle” (Presenting Spon- sor); the “Mighty Loggerhead”; the sorshipCayman levelsIslands.” vary in order to suit any “Hawksbill”; and the “Hatchling” which The overall (adult) Batabano spon- is Other a sponsorship sponsorship for individual,opportunities or all,for named in honour of Cayman’s sea turtles participating school groups. company’s budget, with levels cleverly Junior Batabano include: - the “Grand Green Sea Turtle” is the pre- • Junior Batabano Teen Jam mier level followed by the “Mighty Log- • Junior Batabano King and Queen gerhead”, the “Hawksbill”, and the Bat- • Family Fun Day abano Turtle Tracks sponsorship level. For more sponsorship details, email The word “Batabano” is said to be a [email protected] native Caymanian word used to refer to or call/message Mrs. Myrie-Stephen on the tracks that turtles leave in the sand 916-1740. RESTAURANT REVIEW Social dining at Bacaro

One of the nicest places for a restau- Dining al fresco is made more com- rant in Cayman is overlooking the Cay- fortable by the plastic wind breaks that man Islands Yacht Club, located in its thatdon’t might detract threaten from theyour view dining but experi- which own little enclave on the waterfront on do shield diners from any gusts of wind the North Sound. It’s a tranquil location youin which marvel you at can the sit ginormous and watch homes the boats that ence. Aperitifs should always start with arego by springing and forget up about in the your area cares at a whilerapid a cocktail, in particular their gin cock- oftails pineapple are a bit rum of aand legend. fresh My ginger cocktail the de�initely hit the spot, a delicious blend rate. Bacaro has made great use of this splendid location and has created a res- perfect way to kickstart the meal. We taurant that offers particularly pano- chose a small selection of olives, al- ramic views. monds and capers from the ‘Cichetti’ or Although the restaurant is Italian, it ‘Nibbles’ menu to go with the drinks. We is a world away from the regular pasta could have done with twice as many as and pizza places that you might expect we were pretty hungry, but they were ree and a mango salsa, or their wahoo spicy sautéed Brussel Sprouts (a good of this type of cuisine. Instead, Bacaro never-the-less delicious. Their ‘Crudo’ tonnato, with delicate thin slices of wa- vegan choice without the parmesan), focusses on ‘small plate’ Venetian-style or ‘Raw’ menu is full of delicious things, hoo topped with a creamy tuna sauce the crispy lobster bites with a scotch food, creating lots of different tasty andincluding affordable a caviar for selectionsome on thatisland starts but and crispy capers – a fantastic combo of bonnet-paprika aioli (a must) or the dishes to try, either as a batch of small at CI$245, no doubt incredibly delicious �lavours and textures. grilled lamb chops with a mushroom Itplates is a favouriteor a couple restaurant of large ones,on island but allof Normally we go with a selection of ratatouille. But we veered off piste aconducive great many to a people very social and it’stype easy of dining. to see theirout of amazing our price tuna range, tartare so we that’s gave thatmade a small plates of which we dive in and this time and went all out for a Grande miss. More affordable for our wallets is out. We generally have the bread bas- (Large) plate of grigiati mista – a fantas- ket that’s a great backdrop for the other tic selection of grilled seafood to serve why. from �inely chopped tuna, avocado pu- dishes, which could consist of slightly two. The plate consisted of lobster, scallops, octopus, shrimp and calamari along with �ingerling potatoes. A small crisp side salad was all that was need- ed as an accompaniment. The selection was plentiful and really tasty, especially with the spicy pesto that came with it. At CI$75 for the plate it certainly wasn’t cheap, but when split between two it was around the price per head of many restaurant dishes in Cayman. Bacaro’s wine list is extensive and ex- citing if you are a vinophile, with a par- ticularly interesting selection from Italy, naturally. Again, we went slightly against the grain, instead heading to France for our wine choice. Our Pouilly-Fumé from the Loire Valley was a really great wine to have with this plentiful seafood and not too pricey at CI$12 a glass.  The large mixed seafood plate was more If you are looking for something a bit  Cocktails by the water's edge  Nibbles to start the meal than enough for two different and a bit special for your din- ing experience, Bacaro de�initely hits the spot. ALL ABOUT EDUCATION | SPOTLIGHT ON TOURISM C�������� T���� Friday, February 21, 2020 | Issue No 504 PAGE A7 The Legal versus the Ethical: Issues in Ethics Oliver Twist Mr. Bumble in Charles Dickens’ There are multiple instances both Germany, many laws passed by that gov- said, "If the law supposes that," historical and otherwise, of laws which ernment, seen by many to be morally re- … "the law is an ass — an idiot.’ Unfor- are not ethical, as they are not grounded pugnant and bankrupt, were made legal tunately, history has shown repeatedly, in morality. How does one make such a by the fact that they were passed by the that this is possible. distinction? In addition, why is it impor- then authoritative body. In the last article, we laid a ground- tant to do so for the practice of ethics In the cases of Apartheid and Slavery work for covering some major issues in and for identifying moral acts? These and certain laws passed by the Nazis, ethics. are questions that have been the subject one would readily argue that they were Derived from the Greek word ethos, of intense debate in the �ields of human immoral and unethical. ethics is that branch of philosophy that rights law, legal and moral theory. That which is ethical is bound up in covers systems of moral principles es- Making a distinction between what is ideas of morality preceding human so- sentially seeking to answer the question: legal and what is ethical can be a com- pherscieties andand otherstheir social refer and to aspolitical natural spe- or ‘How should we live our lives?’ The for- plicated process requiring some under- ci�icities. This is what political philoso- mal study of ethics began with the Greek standing of legal and moral theories. philosopher, Socrates, who saw morality Simply put, laws govern all our behav- moral law or others, the existence of a as a kind of self-discovery to know what iors and make human societies possible. universal moral community. Immanuel is right. Others after him such as Plato, anIt is authoritative that which is bodycodi�ied seen by tolegal have statue the Kant, for example, justi�ied the capacity taught character based ethics emphasiz- or precedent - that which is passed by for the exercise of reason as the distin- ing such qualities as courage, temper- guishing characteristic of humanity and ance, justice and prudence. right to do so. the basis for justifying human dignity. Speci�ically, ethics is the study of those In apartheid South Africa, for exam- It is critical that citizens obey the law,  Dr. Livingston Smith is a Professor at principles that de�ine behavior as right, ple, the black majority were denied the but even more-so consider at all times the University College of the Cayman good or proper. It analyzes standards right to vote, as no statue passed by the universal moral principles such as the Islands. He is also Director of the CXC Education Volunteer programme of right or wrong that prescribe what authorities in control gave them that priority ofOliver human Twist dignity, moral auton- humans do as well as the continuous ef- right. This system was implemented omy and equality. Mr. Bumble in Charles upforts to ofstandards striving thatto ensure are reasonable that we , and and enforced by immoral laws and dis- Dickens’ said, "If the law the institutions we help to shape, live tinguished itself by the systematic way supposes that," … "the law is an ass — in which this was done. an idiot.’ Unfortunately, history has Ethical behavior is grounded in an solidly based. Similarly, slavery in the Americas was shown repeatedly, that this is possible. appreciation and acceptance of human It is useful to develop an appreciation made legal by laws passed by relevant Whereas what is legal is determined dignity, and equality as given by nature of the distinction between what is per- Parliaments in the European countries by the law, what is ethical is determined itself, preceding human society and hu- missible or illegal according to what the uponinvolved. the passing This institution of the relevant in the legis- An- by universal principles grounded in hu- man law, and so guaranteed by natural law says versus broader principles of glo-phone Caribbean became illegal man dignity and rationality, which can laws. For those of us with Christocentric morality, human dignity and equality. be said to be anchored in nature itself - views, as laid down by God when he cre- They are not necessarily the same. lation in the British parliament. In Nazi called natural laws. ated humanity in his image. Tourism Boom Drives Hotel Development across Caribbean/Mexico Data published in the investors and entrepreneurs are opti- New hotel construction is a sign that most recent STR Pipe- mistic about travel, tourism, and �inan- line Data Report shows cial stability. In January, the Caribbean/ 152 projects representing Mexico region reported 31,787 hotel 31,787 rooms in construc- rooms in construction, which is a 26.9% tionA majorityas of the endof the of region’sJanuary increase year-over-year. 2020.

rooms in construction are in the upper-tier segments. Of the three, upscale pro- jects represented the larg- est percentage increase (+70.1%) in activity year- over- year. The upscale segment accounts for 7,048 new rooms, the luxury segment accounts for 6,958 new rooms, and the upper up- scale segment accounts for 6,606 new 2.5% of existing supply), and Residences is expected to debut by the rooms to be added to the Caribbean/ (1,425 rooms, 5.6% of existing supply). fourthBrooke quarter Meyer 2020. is the managing partner Mexico region. For full-year 2019, the Caribbean re- of Caymera International, a Caymani- Four countries in the region reported gion as a whole actualized an occupancy an-owned hospitality and tourism con- more than 1,000 rooms under construc- of 63.7%, down -2.7 % year-over-year. sulting and advisory �irm. Visit Caymera tion. Mexico led with 16,699 rooms, The average daily rate of $291, grew at www.caymeragroup.com or email  Brooke Meyer is the managing partner of which represented 4.0% of the coun- 5.6% resulting in a positive RevPAR [email protected] for more infor- Caymera International try’s existing supply, followed by the Do- growth. mation.  minican Republic (6,356 rooms, 8.4% In Grand Cayman, the 351-room of existing supply), Cuba (1,616 rooms, Grand Hyatt Grand Cayman Hotel &

ForFor a complete update of Local News, Notices and Events, log on to www.ctimes.kyw The only website that allows you to download your daily news and upload your advertisements COMMUNITY CALENDAR | HEALTHY LIVING PAGE A8 Friday, February 21, 2020 | Issue No 504 C�������� T����

Islands. Private and government starting at 6pm. The cost COMMUNITY EVENTS of�ices will be closed but super- is CI$25 per person and in- North Side & East End markets and gas stations will be cludes a meal. For more in- Police Station Community openedAsh Wednesday for business. Church formation,Red Sky call at916 Night – 3960. Clinics where around 300 volunteers are Services 29 February - 20 February – on the streets talking about the 26 February work Jasmine does for the commu- Cayfest and is a favouriteRed Sky of at The police stations nity and collecting funds to support Night is the anchor event for  Chamber careeres expo of East End and North Side have that work. Flag day runs from 8am • St. Alban’s Church, Shedden weekly community clinics where to 8pm on both 21 and 22 Feb. Call Road – 9:30am participants and attendees persons in the district can go to (345) 945-7447 or email kerrie@ • St. Ignatius Catholic Church, alike. Each year patrons are get to know their community of- jasmine.kyYouth for Mental more information. Health Walkers Rd. – 8:00am; 12 noon; treated to live performances from T-shirt while stocks last, and a raf�le �icers, voice complaints and dis- Symposium 6:00pm musicians, dancers, actors and prize draw entry. Pick up a registra- cuss issues. These clinics occur 22 February - The Alex Panton • Christ the Redeemer Catholic storytellers, as well as displays of tion form at 19 Grand Harbour or every Tuesday and Thursday. For Church, West Bay – 9:45 am creative work by visual artists and Remax, Seven Mile Shops or down- moreFree information, Small Biz call Bootcamp 949 – 4222. • Stella Maris Catholic Church, artisans, all on the grounds of the load from www.breastcancerfoun- 20 February – The CI Chamber of Foundation’s third annual Youth Cayman Brac – 11:00am F.J. Harquail Cultural Centre. Vis- dation.ky. Please call 923-1135 or Mental Health Symposium will • St. George’s Anglican Church, itors revel in a sensory �illed ex- email info@breastcancerfounda- take place on 22 Feb. at the Ritz CourtsAgricultural Rd. – 8:00am Show perience at this multi–disciplined tion.kySpecial for furtherOlympics information. Cayman Commerce is offering a free small Carlton Grand Cayman. The half- 26 February – arts fair, as the sounds of steel pan, Islands AGM business Bootcamp Workshop day symposium runs from 1 – �iddle and drums, and the aroma 11 March - which will take you through the 5pm. and focuses on the theme Now in its 53rd. of mouthwatering local culinary man Islands Cordially invites you basics of managing small business “Empowering youth. Inspiring year, the Agricultural Show prom- delicacies waft on the night air. For Special Olympics Cay- �inances and give you the informa- hope”. The symposium is free to ises to be another successful more information, or to buy tick- tion needed to make good business attend and will feature a number event. Meet local farmers, try deli- ets visit https://www.artscayman. to the Annual General Meeting. On decisions. Thursday’s session will of local and international speak- cious local food, enjoy local music org/red-sky-at-night/Fishing Family Fun Day Wednesday, 11th March 2020 at focus on Budgeting & Forecasting. ers and panels. An exhibition area and partake in the many activities 7 March - the VIP Lounge, Truman Bodden To register, visit their website cay- with a variety of products and offered. The Grounds at Lower Sports Complex, starting 6:00 pm. manchamber.kyCareers, Education or call 949 – 8090.& services of interest to those in Valley open at 7:30am and general A family fun day takes Agenda includes the presentation Training EXPO 2020 the mental health community will admission is adults $10 and $5 for place at the George Town Yacht of annual reports and the election 21 February – Are you leaving also be featured. To register, go childrenData 2 Protectionto 12 years old. Law Club from 12-4pm. Activities will of the board of directors. For fur- to https://alexpantonfoundation. Awareness Session include an IGFA Kids Fishing Clin- ther information please call Spe- ky/event/3rd-annual-youth-men- 28 February - The Ombudsman ic where you can learn the ins and cial Olympics of�ice at 946 7624 school this year? The Chamber of tal-health-symposium/North Side & East End outs of sport�ishing, virtual reality, or email:Dress [email protected] for Culture Day Commerce’s annual Careers Expo Police Station Community educational games, �ish �ighting, 13 March - Dress for Culture esprovides and organisations the perfect that opportunity are pre- Clinics Of�ice is hosting an awareness face painting and more. Brought for you to speak with 38 business- 25 February – session on the Data Protection to you by BK Big Fish Tournament, Law on February 28 at the George Cayman Islands Angling Club, Guy Day is CNCF’s annual ‘dress up, senting scholarship, education, in- The police stations Town Public Library from 2 to Harvey Ocean Foundation, IGFA dress down’ fundraiser. Each year Collegeternship ofand the career Cayman opportunities. Islands’ of East End and North Side have 4pm. Anyone may attend and may and Car City. For more information schools, businesses and individu- This will be held at the University weekly community clinics where register at [email protected] emailLight [email protected]. Up the Night Beach als across the Cayman Islands are persons in the district can go to or call 946 – 6283 for more infor- Walk invited to get creative and display (UCCI) Sir Vassel Johnson Hall and get to know their community of- mation. There will be another ses- 7 March - their homeland pride and cultur- will open to the public at 10am. �icers, voice complaints and dis- sionCayman in March. Brac Annual al attire on one day. Apart from Email nina.robinson downs@ cuss issues. These clinics occur Fundraiser – “Roaring 20s” Join the Breast Cancer raising cultural awareness and caymanchamber.ky or communi- every Tuesday and Thursday. For 29 February – Foundation for their 10th annu- Culturecelebrating Day diversity,are used to donations support [email protected] for morePublic information, Holiday call 949 - Ash – 4222. al Light Up the Night Beach Walk, from the participants in Dress for more information.Flag Day Wednesday The Cayman Brac starting at Royal Palms Beach Club 21 – 22 February - 26 February – Ash Wednesday District Committee presents a at 6pm. The walk will go from Roy- various CNCF youth programmes. night of fun and fundraising. The al Palms to The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Want to get involved? Contact This is a two- theme is “Roaring 20s” and takes Cayman and back. Cost is a $25 do- [email protected] to register day public awareness campaign is a public holiday in the Cayman place at the Brac Trust House nation and participants receive a or call 949 – 5477. 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Small Biz Bootcamp to host MOMENTS OF INSPIRATION Second Free Workshop

The Chamber Training Centre’s Small Biz Bootcamp Series will be hosting their second workshop on Thursday, February 20, at the of�ices of the Chamber of Com- merce in Governors Square. The series of- fers free courses that focus on equipping entrepreneurs with the knowledge they HEARTFELT WORSHIP - need to manage and grow their small or micro business in the Cayman Islands. EXODUS 15:21 The February 20 workshop will focus on the preparing a Business Plan and ac- cessing loans. It will provide participants with guidance on practical ways to put  General Manager and CEO of the CIDC, When I �irst became a Christian, I ered, Moses led the people in singing agerbright and ideas CEO into of the action. Cayman The Islands workshop De- Tracey Ebanks loved singing the songs of the church. praises to God. This impromptu wor- will be facilitated jointly by General Man- One of my favourites is, “JESUS PAID ship acknowledged God’s strength IT ALL.” In our scripture above is an- and power in the act of deliverance. velopment Bank (CIDC), Tracey Ebanks, ber and the Ministry have been partner- other wonderful song, “the horse and Moses and the people stood in awe of and Financial Controller of the CIDC, Planning and Infrastructure. The Cham- its rider He hath thrown I the sea.” who God was and what He had done Paula Smith. Both facilitators boast solid In Exodus 15, the Israelites, led by for them. Are you brought to a place quali�ications and experience in the de- ing for the hosting of these free work- Moses, crossed the Red Sea safely. of worship when you recall God’s velopment and management of micro and shops since 2015. The aim is to provide This miraculous event was nothing greatness in your life? When was the small businesses. training for micro and small enterprises short of an act of God to rescue His last time you and your family wor- The �irst workshop in the series, which individualto help them entrepreneurs improve their or businesses, sole traders as people. In response to being deliv- shipped God for whom He is? addressed �inancial planning, took place well as to offer guidance and training to on Thursday January 30. Approximately Caymanian 40 people were in attendance, including and persons wanting to start a business. small business owners and start-up en- To date, over 1,200 micro and small busi- trepreneurs. ness owners and other entrepreneurs Other areas to be covered by the year- have bene�itted from 46 Workshops. long series of free training workshops, edSmall individuals and micro are invited business to owners,register as-for dubbed Small Biz Bootcamps, include piring entrepreneurs, and business-mind- marketing; sales; growth strategies; and DAILY customer relationship management. the February 20 workshop by clicking on These will be delivered monthly, by a team the link below. shopsof quali�ied are being and accomplished hosted by the facilitators. Cayman https://web.caymanchamber.ky/ The micro and small business work- detailsevents/Small-Biz-Bootcamp-Preparing- PAPER Business-Plans-Accessing-Loans-1784/ Islands Chamber of Commerce, in part- nership with the Ministry of Commerce, Interested persons may also call the Chamber of Commerce at 949-8090, or Monday Still FREE email [email protected] forAbout more information. the Cayman Islands at over Chamber of Commerce Tuesday Wednesday 200 locations Established in 1965, The Cayman Islands Chamber of Commerce is a Thursday non-pro�it organisation that exists to support, promote and protect business- 2 days notice for ads es in the Cayman Islands and the wider Friday call 9162000 or  Financial Controller of the CIDC, Paula community. The Chamber currently rep- Email [email protected] Smith resents  over 600 businesses and asso- ciations from every major industry and sector. OBITUARIES

Churchill’s Funeral Home Churchill’s Funeral Home Churchill’s Funeral Home We have been asked to announce the passing of We have been asked to announce the passing of Mr. Turner “Macardy” Rankine, Mrs. Nanette Bernard, who passed away on Wednesday, who passed away on Tuesday February 11, We have been asked to announce the passing of February 12, 2020. 2020 Mrs. Constine Green, A Thanksgiving Service will be held at A Thanksgiving Service will be who passed away on Monday, February 17, 2020. Webster Memorial United Church, held at Elmslie United Church 48, Harbour Details of a Thanksgiving Service will be Bodden Town, Grand Cayman on Drive George Town, Grand Cayman on announced at a later date. Friday, February 21, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. Saturday February 22 at 2:00 p.m. Viewing: 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Viewing 1:00-2:00 p.m. Interment at: Old Pease Bay Cemetery Interment at: Dixie Cemetery Condolences can be registered at churchillsfuneralhome.com Condolences can be registered at churchillsfuneralhome.com Condolences can be registered at churchillsfuneralhome.com

We regret to announce the passing of Churchill’s Funeral Home Churchill’s Funeral Home

We have been asked to announce the passing of We have been asked to announce the passing of Ann Ellen Noll Mrs. Carolee Elizabeth Royal Mrs. Barbara Seymour-Reid AKA “Angie”, Who departed this life AKA “Curly”, who passed away on who passed away on Thursday, January 16, 2020. Wednesday, February 12, 2020. A Thanksgiving Service will be held at on Tuesday, 11 February, 2020. A Thanksgiving Service will be held at George Town Seventh-day Adventist Church, East End Seventh-day Adventist Church, Grand 40 Smith Road, Grand Cayman on Cayman on Sunday, February 23, 2020 at 1:00 p.m. Sunday, February 23, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. Viewing: Closed Casket Viewing: 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. Interment at: East End Cemetery Interment at: Dixie Cemetery Mrs. Noll was repatriated to the Condolences can be registered at churchillsfuneralhome.com Condolences can be registered at churchillsfuneralhome.com United States of America. Condolences can be registered at boddenfuneralservices.com & Bodden Funeral Service Facebook page. The family of the late We regret to announce the passing of Janice L. Wilson regret to announce her passing on Carole Stubbs Friday, 14 February, 2020. Who departed this life The family would like to extend their on Sunday, 9 February, 2020. sincerest gratitude to the Doctors, Nurses and Staff of Health City Cayman Islands for their care, and the numerous volunteers that donated blood and platelets.

Mrs. Stubbs was repatriated to the A memorial service will be held privately. United States of America. In lieu of flowers please make donations to Condolences can be registered at boddenfuneralservices.com the N.C.V.O. & Bodden Funeral Service Facebook page. Condolences can be registered at www.boddenfuneralservices.com & Bodden Funeral Service Facebook page LOCAL SPORTS PAGE A10 Friday, February 21, 2020 | Issue No 504 C�������� T����

Seventh Annual DG’s 5K Challenge Returns To All Cayman Islands ... Continued story from page A1

Deputy Governor, Hon. Franz Mander- son, personally leads the DG’s 5K Chal- lenge. He explains he has selected this year’s charitable organisations because these charities and their programmes have a tangible effect on the community. He adds: “Fundraising from this year’s DG’s 5K Challenge will contribute to re- ducing instances of cancer and provide meaningful care and support for those who suffer serious and debilitating dis- Caymaneases like Islands MS, Alzheimer’s to join us in and April Demen- for as tia. I encourage everyone living in the many of the three challenges as they can manage! Together, we really can help to- day and protect tomorrow.” The Cayman Islands Cancer Society (CICS) explains that funds raised will be used to support the Society’s HPV vac- freecination to all programme, boys and girls making in the theCayman can- cer-preventing vaccine accessible and

Islands. This programme is vital in the �ight to reduce incidences of cervical, ear, nose and throat cancers. Funds will also support ongoing public education and the CICS will continue to strive to screen, prevent and improve survivor-  Deputy Governor Announces 2020 Charity Recipients (Photos by GIS) Islandsship of canceradds thatpatients. their portion of the The MS Foundation of the Cayman funds raised will be used to provide �i- programmes will bene�it the Cayman Is- Panton Foundation and Special Needs �itness and fundraising challenge. It is nancial and emotional support to MS pa- lands through the provision of care and Foundation Cayman. In 2018, $89,000 part of Mr. Manderson’s vision to have a dationtients and aims their to alleviatefamilies. Asthe there long-term is no support, the elimination of verbal and was split among Feed Our Future, Meals healthier, more active and more socially cure for the life-long disease, the Foun- physical abuse and the dispelling of stig- on Wheels, Kiwanis Club of Grand Cay- engaged civil service, while also bene�it- ma around the disease. man, Kirckconnell Community Care Cen- tingThe charitable DG’s 5K organisations Challenge raises and initia-mon- �inancial burden on patients brought This year, the event has a fund-raising tre and Little Cayman Primary School. tives in the Cayman Islands. by medication, doctors’ appointments, target of $70,000. Efforts are already In 2017, $85,000 was raised to build a sponsorship pledges and the registra- MRIs and other associated costs. The underway to reach this ambitious goal, ropes challenge course for the YMCA of ey through a combination of corporate organisation is working to provide ed- thanks to platinum sponsor Appleby, the Cayman Islands. ucation to the community, while simul- Developmentwhich has pledged and EYa $15,000 have also donation. already Prior to that, in 2016, the event net- tion fees of participants in the event. taneously creating a support network Butter�ield, Credit Union, Davenport ted $60,000 to help Cayman Heart Fund The walk/run will be held on the fol- for the “MS warriors” to ensure they are buy an ambulance, which was gifted to lowing dates this year: well-servedThe Alzheimer’s medically and andDementia emotionally Asso- come on board as gold sponsors again the Health Services Authority. In 2015, • Sunday, 5 April - Cayman Brac while living with the disease. this year, with CINICO committing to Special Olympics Cayman Islands was • Sunday, 19 April - Little Cayman says that they are extremely honoured to sponsoring the half-way stop. At this awarded $50,000 to help athletes at- • Sunday, 26 April - Grand Cayman ciation of the Cayman Islands (ADACI) time, sponsorship commitments have thetend inaugural the Special DG’s Olympic 5K Challenge Games inraised Los Prospective participants can register also been secured from PWC as water Angeles the following summer. In 2014, onCompanies the CaymanActive interested website in sponsoring www.cay- be one of this year’s bene�iciaries. Funds stop sponsor. Walkers, Stepping Stones, manactive.com/dg5k from 1 March. raised by the Challenge will be used pri- pledgedDentons, sponsorship Chris Johnson at the Associates, silver level Af- $12,500 for Cayman HospiceCare (now marily to launch the “Dementia Friends” �inity Recruitment and Genesis have knownThe DG’s as 5K Jasmine) Challenge towards brings its togeth- new the DG’s 5K Challenge, or anyone inter- programme, which is a far-reaching in- premises on West Bay Road. ested in making a donation, can contact itiative that will include pre-schoolers. and Foster’s as a kilometre marker. Fundraising Subcommittee Chairwom- The respite care programme will also Last year, the event raised $82,000 for er civil servants, private sector em- an Nancy Barnard at SupportDG5k@ receive funds; together, these ADACI the Cayman Islands Crisis Centre, Alex ployees and members of the public in a gov.ky.

 From L – R: Nancy Barnard – Chair Fundraising Sub-committee; Norman Klein - Incoming Managing Partner, Appleby – DG’s 5K Platinum Sponsor; Lisa Tatosian – Senior Board Member, MS Foundation of the Cayman Islands; Hon. Franz Manderson MBE Cert Hon., JP – Deputy Governor and DG’s 5K Co-chair; Jennifer Ahearn – DG’s 5K Co-chair; Dorothy Davis - Founder and Chairperson, Alzheimer’s and Dementia Association of Cayman Islands (ADACI); Dr Sook Yin MBE Cert Hon., MB ChB BAO - Medical Advocate, Cayman Islands Cancer Society (CICS) CRUISE SHIP CALENDAR C�������� T���� Friday, February 21, 2020 | Issue No 504 PAGE B1

CRUISE SHIP SCHEDULE — WEEK — FEBRUARY 23 – 29

TOTAL SHIPS – 22 TOTAL PASSENGERS – 57,525

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

23 24 25 26 27 28 29

Carnival Paradise AIDAdiva

Veendam Brilliance of the Seas Adventure of the Seas RegalCarnival Princess Glory Celebrity Re�lection

CarnivalDisney WonderConquest Carnival Vista MSC Meraviglia MSC Armonia CostaVeendam Luminosa

Nieuw Amsterdam Seven Seas Splendour

Independence of the Berlin Carnival Sensation Celebrity Equinox Seas

Liberty of the Seas

Total Passengers Total Passengers Total Passengers Total Passengers Total Passengers Total Passengers Total Passengers

1,629 8,204 6,600 15,410 10,134 5,209 10,339

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24 Hour Crisis Line - 943-2422

24/7 Safe Shelter - safe house for women and their children

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GLOBAL NEWS BRIEFS PM cancels CARICOM Honduran gang leader trip over pipeline crisis busts out of court Canada Prime Minis- dressed in military fatigues Heavily armed men ter Justin Trudeau says his government is com- and police uniforms stormed mitted to �inding a quick a court building in north- and peaceful resolution west Honduras and freed a to the anti-pipeline block- senior leader of the powerful trainades thatsystem have and shut tempo- down MS-13 gang. swaths of the country’s arrivedAlexander for a trial hearing Mendoza, in known as "El Porky", had just rarily blocked bridges Mondayand highways. as Trudeau El Progreso, escorted by se-  Alexander Mendoza broke out of a Honduran court The comments came curity forces, when the attack  Justin Trudeau is under pressure over the pipeline issue took place. At least four of- emerged from a closed- �icers were killed, and three door meeting with mem- others were wounded. After a few minutes, the man in the bers of his cabinet in Ot- MS-13 is one of the most violent white tank top reappears, without the tawa, where the Liberal government has ColumbiaThose andprotests is opposed have bymanifested the First criminal groups in Central America. handcuffs and carrying what appears been under growing pressure to end the Nation’s hereditary chiefs. President Juan Orlando Hernández to be a machine gun and a pistol, try- blockades. offered a reward of 2 million lempiras ing to leave the building with a group The prime minister, who said he had groundthemselves large as amounts blockades of passenger on different and ($80,000) for information that leads to of gunmen. A shootout between them spoken to several premiers and Indige- rail lines across the country that have Mendoza's recapture. and security forces, who were outside, nous leaders, did not offer any speci�ics Police said at least 20 gunmen took andunfolds. the person believed to be Mendo- on how he and his government plan to freight traf�ic to a halt. part in the operation on Feb. 13 in The footage ends showing 11 men deal with the crisis. Trudeau had been scheduled to travel El Progreso, around 18 miles east of “I understand how worrisome this is to Tuesday to try to win Car- Honduras' second city, San Pedro Sula. za �leeing. for so many Canadians and dif�icult for ibbean votes for Canada’s UN Security One of the suspects also died in the at- It was not clear how the operation many people and families across the Council bid but cancelled the trip at the tack. to free Mendoza, who was reportedly country,” Trudeau said. “We’re going to last minute to deal with the rail block- A video from the court's CCTV, and on the second �loor awaiting the start continue to focus on resolving the situ- ades. aired by Honduras' HCH broadcaster, of the hearing, unfolded inside the ation quickly and peacefully, and that’s He faced criticism last week over his shows a handcuffed man wearing a building. Police of�icers and other au- what we’re going to do.” presence in Africa and Europe as the white tank top, believed to be Mendo- thorities have previously been accused The meeting in Ottawa followed more pagneprotests represented were beginning, Canada so in Foreign Trudeau’s Af- za, being carried into the building by of involvement with criminals. than a week of protests against a nat- fairs Minister Francois-Philippe Cham- security forces. Moments later, armed Separate footage broadcast by local ural-gas pipeline that crosses Wet’su- men wearing similar uniforms arrive media showed the men climbing into wet’en territory in northern British place. and force people into rooms. several vehicles and escaping. Filipino priests under Cuba gets vital oil scrutiny supply from Venezuela

A Catholic asso- Venezuela's state energy ciation in Philip- �irm PDVSA has been ship- sexualpines is campaign-abuse of ping more oil to close ally minorsing to curtailby priests the Cuba, as tighter US sanctions have worsened fuel shortag- es on the Caribbean island. in the country. Six vessels, most of them Father Edwin owned by PDVSA's mari- ofGariguez, Caritas Philip- Exec- time arm, have exported an utive Secretary average of 173,000 barrels per day (bpd) of Venezuelan pines, said that crude and fuel to Cuba so far  Cuba is relying heavily on Venezuela for gas conducting inten- arethis plannedmonth. for the remain- sive background  Father Edwin Gariguez is vetoing priests At least two more cargoes onechecks of ofthe all meas- Cari- tas directors is der of the month, according to the doc- its key sugar industry this month with uments and data. In January, PDVSA's two mills halting operations in peak ures. confederation of 165 national Catholic exports“There to are Cuba more dipped vessels to setting their lowest sail to harvesting season. He said they would make proactive relief and development agencies. since mid-2019, at just 56,600 bpd. farCuba east alsoof the has island experienced supply hour-longseems to backgroundThe priest checksmade the of allstatement directors dur- at Father Gariguez said that the goal lines at pumping stations, while in the the national and diocesan levels. is to determine whether a priest has Cuba in the past two weeks,” said a ship been involved in any abuse case, par- supervisor working at a port on Vene- have dried up. Gasoline stations re- ing the launching of the “Alay Kapwa” ticularly of children. zuela's western coast. “They are going ceived some supply for the �irst time in a Lenten campaign for Luzon at the Ca- In May last year, Pope Francis said in and out very fast,” he added without week last Wednesday, but the fuel lasted thedral Shrine and Parish of the Good that all dioceses must have a “public, elaborating on details about PDVSA's in- only a few hours. Shepherd in Quezon City on Feb. 3. accessible and reliable” system for re- structions. Similar shortages in September Caritas Philippines, also known as porting cases of clergy sex abuses. It Sanctions Washington imposed last prompted PDVSA to send a �lotilla of the National Secretariat for Social includes the obligation for clerics and year on PDVSA and Cuba's state-run tankers with emergency cargoes of fuel Action, Justice and Peace (Nassa), is religious to report abuse, while every Cubametales, with the aim of toppling oil and other re�ined products to Cuba. the social action arm of the Catholic diocese must provide itself with a sys- Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro, The help was short-lived as sanctions Church in the country. It is a member tem that is easily accessible to the pub- hampered PDVSA's oil shipments to reduced the number of vessels available of Caritas Internationalis, the global lic, to receive such reports. Cuba, and the island's energy crisis hit to transport PDVSA's oil to Cuba. Maduro: Guaidó will France warns UK over be arrested Brexit ingVenezuelan that the Presidentarrest of France has warned Nicolás Maduro is warn- theBritain European to expect Union in a bruising battle with opposition leader Juan Guaidó, who has the post-Brexit trade ne- backing of the US and gotiations. nearlyMaduro 60 othermade nations, the re- French Foreign Min- “will come.” ister Jean-Yves Le Dri- media three days after an predicted the two Guaidómark in returned a meeting from with a strovesides wouldfor advantage "rip each in other apart" as they tour to the US and Eu-  Juan Guaido is losing momentum bethe negotiations.tough for the UK himrope, from in de�iance leaving ofthe a He also said it would  David Frost is the UK’s Brexit negotiator court order prohibiting agreeing a free trade to achieve its aim of country. executive branch and that it effectively Despite the order, migration of�i- acts as an arm of state power. deal by the end of the year. ber under a transition period which cials let Guaidó into the country after Guaidó's trip marked the second time The UK government said it wanted ends on Dec. 31. he arrived on a commercial �light at he has travelled outside Venezuela de- a deal based on "friendly co-operation Talks on their future relationship are Venezuela’s main international air- spite the ban. On both occasions, he was between sovereign equals". set to begin next month once the EU's port. Pro-government protesters there allowed back into the country. morePrime details Minister of the Boris UK's Johnson's negotiating chief 27 members have agreed the bloc's ne- doused him with a liquid and grabbed The 36-year-old opposition leader has Brexit negotiator is expected to give gotiating mandate. at his shirt as he made his way through been in a tense power struggle with Ma- Speaking at a security conference in a crowd. duro since declaring himself the coun- aims in a speech in Brussels later. Munich on Sunday, Le Drian said the Maduro said last Friday that Guaidó try's rightful president last year. David Frost is expected to say the UK two sides were far apart on a range of will be jailed the day Venezuela’s justice Guaidó’s latest international trip, will be happy with a trade deal based issues. system decides he should be imprisoned shoreduring up which support he met as Presidenthis anti-govern- Trump on that agreed by the EU with Canada He said: "I think that on trade issues “for all the crimes he’s committed.” mentat the movement White House, struggles was an to regainattempt mo- to in 2016 but to rule out any form of reg- and the mechanism for future relations, “That day hasn’t come yet,” he said. ulatoryThe UK alignment formally with left thethe blocEU threefrom which we are going to start on, we are “But it will come.” Yet analysts and oppo-  2021 onwards. going to rip each other apart. But that nents of Maduro say Venezuela's judicial mentum and Maduro consolidates his is part of negotiations, everyone will system cannot be independent from the power. weeks ago but still trades like a mem- defend their own interests." INTERNATIONAL SPORTS C�������� T���� Friday, February 21, 2020 | Issue No 504 PAGE B3 Wilder looks likeliest in big �ight

Deontay Wilder and Tyson Fury clash beat me on points, it's not possible. This again on Saturday night in Las Vegas is Las Vegas, not Los Angeles. with the entire boxing world watching "One of the greatest boxers that has closely. Many �ights between unbeaten ever lived in Mayweather has come �ighters never live up to the hype but from this town and they can appreciate this one looks like the real deal. a master boxer here. If it goes 12 rounds Fury claims a points defeat against I have won." the 34-year-old WBC heavyweight Nevertheless, Wilder remains the champ is impossible as his style suits slight betting favourite as 41 of his 42 Las Vegas. wins have come via stoppage. Fury, 31, drew with Wilder in Los An- Anthony Joshua holds the WBA (Su- geles in 2018 and he hopes to avoid con- per), IBF, WBO, and IBO titles. He is troversy by securing a knockout in their the likely next opponent of the winner. rematch. Joshua said: “I think Fury wins. I said it. But he said similarities in his style I think the man that nearly done it the with Floyd Mayweather - who landed 15 �irst time won’t get it wrong the second wins by decision in Vegas - is reason for time. his con�idence in the judging. “I think that he came close the �irst "That slick style works and the judges time to the point of a draw, it wasn’t like  Deontay Wilder is the marginal favourite in the rematch here like that," Fury said. "Wilder can't a 12-round masterclass then got bat-

tered in the 12th and that just separated open up again, which would mean he’d it. have the same �ight with one eye. Trying “It was a draw; it was that close. So I to beat Deontay Wilder with two eyes is just think Tyson Fury is going to correct tough enough. his wrongs and come back and win.” “The fact that I’m hearing he’s putting Mike Tyson said: “I always root for on additional weight, which may slow Tyson Fury because he was named after his mobility down, his speed and re- me. That’s the natural thing to do, right? �lexes down, I have to go with Deontay I’m biased towards him. I don’t care how Wilder by stoppage.” hard you punch, it’s hard to beat some- Lennox Lewis is a former heavyweight body who doesn’t wanna quit. champ too. He said: “I think it’s gonna be “It’s gonna be a really, really interest- an unbelievable �ight, the boxer against ing �ight and both guys have something gothe for puncher. the boxer Some and people I love arethose gonna type goof to prove. I just wish the best for Tyson for the power, some people are gonna Fury, I’m always a Tyson fan.” David Haye is another former heavy- �ights. weight champion. He said: “Fury boxed “Nobody really knows, and it really brilliantly �irst time around, that was comes down to the crunch, who makes with Ben Davison in his corner. He that vital mistake in the �ight? Who  Anthony Joshua thinks Fury will win doesn’t have Ben in the corner this time. doesn’t? No predictions. I would have “In his last �ight, he got a couple of to say, right now, Deontay’s looking horrendous cuts over his eye. That could good.” United eye Champions Adesanya wants Jones League place then heavyweight king Israel Adesanya is

Manchester United manager Ole Gun- “I feel great, I’m really happy in a dif�i- nar Solskaer was on the verge of the cult game,” said Fernandes. “We needed the UFC middleweight sack only a month ago, yet he has had an to win, and we can do much better with champ with lofty ambi- excellent run recently and the Red Dev- the ball. Chelsea are good with the ball. tions. Not only does he ils are closing in on a Champions League “I feel good. I play for the biggest club want to �ight the formi- Unitedplace. need to improve in possession of in England, it’s a dream come true.” intendsdable light-heavy to move up king to New signing Bruno Fernandes said Manchester United may have won, but Jon Jones, Adesanya asthey Kurt �inished Zouma with and just Olivier 39 percent Giroud pos-had the ball, despite their 2-0 win at Chelsea session and were twice helped by VAR heavyweight too. in the Premier League on Monday night. Jones won by decision United took a huge stride towards a goals ruled out. Fernandes was playing against Dominick Reyes top four place by beating the Blues, who in an industrious mid�ield alongside Ne- musttwo weeks have inspired ago but Ade- did currently hold fourth place, at Stamford manja Matic and Fred with youngsters not look convincing. It Bridge. Goals from Anthony Martial Aaron Wan-Bissaka and Brandon Wil- and Harry Maguire gave Solskaer’s side liams either side at wing-back. The for- sanya,Even the NewAdesanya’s Zealand the victory and puts them within three mation was clearly effective but wasn’t based Nigerian. points of Chelsea. conducive to keepingto seventh the ballin the for table long periods. United move up coach Eugene Bareman is continuing to push and are now and only for his �ighter to take bantwo frompoints the off Champions �ifth place. on Stipe Miocic in the  Israel Adesanya has lofty UFC ambitions With Manchester City’s future. Bareman, who earned setLeague to get for athe spot next in twoEu- the MMA News Coach of seasons, �ifth place looks the Year award for 2019, said if Ade- Adesanya, 30, has made it clear although City are appeal- sanya’s reign proves to be successful that he doesn’t view a change in rope’s elite competition, with a few title defences, then “The weight class as an obstacle. He has Last Stylebender” could go after the tournamentcompeted as undera heavyweight the King in in kick- the ing the decision. United UFC heavyweight title. boxing. He even won a heavyweight geswere on in Thursday Europa and League re- “For him – and we’ve done it in all the turnaction to away Premier to Club League Bru- sports that we’ve participated in – it’s Ring banner. to move up in weight,” Bareman said. Of course, Adesanya must focus on  Bruno Fernandes has made an impact at Old Trafford  “And trust me, if he has these three or his next bout, against Yoel Romero in competition at home to four more middleweight �ights, we will the main event of UFC 248 on March Watford on Sunday. push to �ight Stipe, 100 percent.” 7 at the T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas. Siakam shows class on All-Star debut a little sluggish and then the intensity

Toronto Raptors forward Pascal Si- akam was impressive in his �irst All-Star picked up." game, proving that he was not out of You could feel the intensity rising in place in Chicago beside more illustrious the building on each possession down names. the stretch. The All-Star Game is always As a member of Team Giannis, Siakam loosely described as "the best pick-up and his squad were dealt a tough loss game in the world" and for the �irst time, against an Anthony Davis game-winning with the thrilling �inish, it actually felt free throw that capped off an exhilarat- that way. ing fourth quarter in the �irst year of the For tangible evidence of the new All-Star Game format. Team LeBron out-of-character All-Star Game defence, won 157-155. Lowry drew two charges in the �inal The 25-year-old Cameroonian was quarter to keep Team Giannis in the on the �loor at the end of the game - inggame. to stop his former teammate Ka- alongside Raptors teammate Kyle Low- Siakam had the tough task of try- fouledry - trying Davis to onhelp an Team entry Giannis pass in come the away with the win, but when Lowry whi Leonard on the game's closing possessions. Leonard was fantastic paint, the Lakers star forward was re- going for 30 points, seven rebounds, warded with free throws that sealed four assists and two steals shooting the victory. 11-for-18 from the field and 8-for-14 Despite the disappointing ending, Si- from 3.  Pascal Siakam made an impressive All-Star game debut akam still enjoyed the new format. "I His efforts helped add some hard- think it was great," he said. "With how ware to his trophy case, earning him the important each quarter was, it's an All- game's inaugural Kobe Bryant All-Star Star game and obviously nobody wants Game Most Valuable Player award, and Siakam �inished with 15 points shoot- Obviously, a player like him, playing to get injured, but as a competitor you Siakam enjoyed trying to stop him down ing 7-for-10 from the �ield to go with six with him before, knowing what he can just want to win. At the beginning it was the stretch. rebounds and a steal. "It was fun man. do on the �loor.” PUZZLES | COMICS PAGE B4 Friday, February 21, 2020 | Issue No 504 C�������� T����

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