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SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2015 THULHIJJA 20, 1436 AH www.kuwaittimes.net Interior Ministry MoE official UAE goes to Aguero hits buys four discusses fees, polls with some five as Man Airbus civilian visas, teachers at citizens still City rout helicopters3 private4 schools denied13 vote Newcastle20 Kuwaitis driving vehicles Min 26º Max 43º with Gulf plates warned High Tide 03:20 & 14:35 Low Tide Violators given one month to make change 10:35 & 22:25 40 PAGES NO: 16657 150 FILS KUWAIT: All Kuwaiti motorists who own and drive cars with license plates from Gulf countries have one month First Iran hajj dead flown home during which they must turn in these license plates to be replaced by Kuwaiti ones, said a Ministry of Interior TEHRAN: The first bodies of Iranians killed in a stam- official yesterday. Some Kuwaiti motorists drive cars pede at the hajj arrived home from Saudi Arabia yester- with license plates from Gulf countries and use them to day after a controversial nine-day delay and questions break serious traffic rules, thinking erroneously that the over the final death toll. President Hassan Rouhani and arm of the law will not reach them because they are other top officials laid white flowers on coffins ata driving cars with foreign license plates, said the min- somber ceremony in Tehran for the 104 pilgrims - istry’s assistant undersecretary for traffic affairs Maj Gen among 464 Iranians declared dead in the Sept 24 Abdullah Al-Muhanna in a press statement. crush. Iran has accused Saudi Arabia of incompetence He said some of the traffic infractions these motorists in its handling of safety at the hajj, further souring rela- commit are very serious, such as running red lights and tions already strained by the civil war in Syria and con- driving at outrageous speeds. The worst number of traf- flict in Yemen. “If it were proved that some (authorities) fic violations a Kuwaiti motorist committed driving a car were guilty in this accident, we will not forgive,” with Gulf license plates topped 1,645, drawing fines of Rouhani said as the bodies emerged in red caskets KD 57,575, said a ministry official. — KUNA from a cargo plane at Mehrabad Airport in Tehran. The president was accompanied by the heads of Iran’s judiciary and parliament as well as the chief of staff of supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s office. Filipina, Syrian “Our language in this accident was one of brotherhood and respect and the language of diplomacy was used held in Riyadh when necessary,” Rouhani said. “If needed, the lan- guage of authority will also be used.” Iran has been over bomb vests deeply critical of the slow pace at which the Saudi authorities have identified the dead. RIYADH: A Filipina has been arrested in Saudi More bodies were expected to be flown home later Arabia on suspicion of helping a Syrian to make yesterday, but Iran’s health minister said not all of the explosive belts for suicide attacks in the kingdom, Iranian dead had yet been found and many were the interior ministry said yesterday. The Syrian, thought to be lying unidentified in sealed containers. TEHRAN: An honor guard carries the coffins of Iranian hajj pilgrims who were killed in a deadly stampede identified as Mohamed Al-Barazi, is suspected of Continued on Page 13 in Mina in Saudi Arabia at Mehrabad airport yesterday. — AP Continued on Page 13 LOCAL SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2015

News Investment buildings Kuwait’s Al-Shamma’ In brief wins silver medal in Kuwait Int’l Real Estate witness a price drop shooting tournament fair kicks off tomorrow KUWAIT: Kuwait International Real Estate Exposition kicks RABAT: The Kuwaiti female shooter Eman Al-Shamma’ off tomorrow with local and foreign companies participa- KUWAIT: A number of real estate ment buildings are decreasing the Khaled Khaja said that fears control- on Friday won the silver medal of the skeet competi- tion showcasing more than 250 real estate projects in the experts said yesterday that there was value of their estate to match with ling local bank’s view on the real tions of the 12th Arab Shooting Championship after Arabian Gulf, Turkey and a number of European countries. a visible drop in the price of invest- the current economic status quo, said estate sector disrupts funding opera- losing the final game to Ibtisam Mreighy, of Morocco - Managing Editor of Expo Group, in charge of organizing the ment buildings in Kuwait due to a Al-Atiqi, adding that such step was tions due to the hike in prices which the host country. Bahrain’s Maryam Hassani won the number of geopolitical factors and a taken to lure possible investors to led to the belief that there was “a new fair, Walid Al-Qadoumi said that the real estate companies bronze medal. Al-Shamma’ proceeded to the final stage pessimistic outlook in general regard- purchase buildings. The fact is that real estate bubble that is about to after beating Hassani and the latter’s compatriot participating in the exhibition will showcase a variety of ing future forecast for real estate in earnings of such investments has burst”. Investors have a chance to buy Fatema Nasra in the playoffs in the semifinal which also local properties and variety of foreign properties in the the country. In a number of state- increased by 7.5 to eight percent, said those properties due to the price gathered the two Kuwaiti female shooters Afrah Arabian Gulf, Turkey and Europe. Al-Qadoumi added the ments to KUNA, the experts said that the expert. decline, said Khaja, predicting more Mohammad and Fatema Al-Zo’abi. She came in the sec- exhibition, which will be opened tomorrow by the Ministry the apartments’ prices, whether for CEO of Derwazat Al-Safat real decrease in prices if the interest rates ond place with a total score of 69 discs (22, 23 and 24), of Commerce and Industry’s Assistant Undersecretary for rent or ownership, went down in estate co Fahad Al-Momen said that on the Kuwaiti dinar continued and while Afrah Mohammad scored 67 discs (21, 22 and 24) International Organizations Affairs and Foreign Trade Kuwait, noting that this represented a despite the decrease in investment also if interest rates on bank deposits and Al-Zo’abi 66 (22, 20 and 24). Chairman of the Arab Sheikh Nimr Al-Sabah and will continue until October 10, chance for investors to purchase real buildings value, rents are still stable went up. Shooting Federation (ASF) and Kuwait Shooting noting that all preparations by the ministry have been com- estate at its current price. Tareq Al- at their current rates. He said that the On his part, sales officer at the Federation (KSF) Eng Duaij Al-Otaibi lauded the level of pleted. Al-Qadoumi pointed out that foreign property will Atiqi, a former owner of a real estate current geopolitical circumstances in Meshkat real estate company Yousef performance of the Arab female shooters. In state- be present at the event, especially after the increase in company, said that future forecast for the region have led to the current sit- Ellayan said that investors fear that ments to KUNA he voiced joy for the results made by demand from local investors to take advantage of having a investment buildings showed that uation, adding that investments in prices would further go down due to the three Kuwaiti shooters who were able to reach the secondary estate outside of Kuwait. there will be no increase in prices. some areas jumped to eight percent the economic and geopolitical situa- semifinal and congratulated Al-Shamma’ on the silver The increase in interest rates in the compared with figures obtained in tions which in turn drive investments medal. Eng Al-Otaibi extolled His Highness the Amir near future will push for an increase 2014. The prediction is that the prices away from real estate in general. He Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, His Kuwaiti swimmer wins gold in interest rates for deposits which will remain as they are for investment claimed that investment buildings Highness the Crown Prince and His Highness the Prime medal in 200m breaststroke will eventually lead investors to keep buildings till the end of the year due currently constructed in several areas Minister for their constant support to the Kuwait-based KUALA LUMPUR: A Kuwaiti swimmer won a gold their money in the bank rather than to the lack of demand and increase in are not up to the sought standard, ASF and KSF.—KUNA medal yesterday in the 200m breaststroke event investing in a piece of real estate that offer, said Al-Momen. noting that was also a factor in keep- of the 8th Asian Age Group Championships, cur- might further decrease in price, said Meanwhile, Real Estate broker at ing away investors from purchasing rently held in Bangkok, Thailand with participa- Al-Atiqi. Current owners of invest- Al-Nouf international company real estates.—KUNA tion of 31 countries. In the tourney’s third day, swimmer Ahmad Al-Bader ended the competi- tion, 18 year-old and above category, in 02:16.76 minutes, Coach Ayman Al-Enezi, head of the Arab League hails Kuwait for Kuwaiti team, stated to KUNA. Meanwhile, swim- mer Yousef Al-Loughani finished in fourth place protecting competitiveness in the same event, Al-Enezi noted, adding that Japan won the first and third places, while Hong CAIRO: Arab League has praised ahead of the establishment of the importance of having a special leg- Kong won the second place. He also commended Kuwait’s experience in the field of unified Arab Customs Union. He islative body to complete the Arab the support and encouragement by Husain Al- competitiveness protection and Free Trade Zone. Al-Nesour pointed Musallam, First Vice President of the International monopoly control, making it equal out that in the event of completing Swimming Federation (FINA), to Kuwaiti swim- to many organizations and agen- these important steps, the road to mers in the Asian tourney which increased their cies in developed countries. The unified Arab customs union will spirits and determination to achieve better remarks were made by the Director begin. results. The 8th Asian championship for age of Economic Integration in the eco- For his part, Safar said in a simi- group is held under the auspices of the Asia nomic department at the Arab lar statement to KUNA that his visit League Dr Mohammad Al-Nesour to to Arab League’s General Swimming Federation (AASF) and is to last until KUNA after a meeting with Secretariat comes within efforts October 7th. Executive Director of exerted by the Arab League to pro- Competitiveness Protection depart- mote economic integration. Safar ment in the Kuwaiti Ministry of pointed out that he held talks with Arab Towns Organization Commerce and Industry Hussain officials in the Arab economic inte- picks Al-Sabeeh as new chief Mohammad Safar. Al-Nesour said gration department on issues relat- KUWAIT: The Arab Towns Organization (ATO) has that Kuwait has a complete under- ed to competitiveness and monop- picked up Eng Ahmad Al-Sabeeh as its new Secretary- standing on the issue which is part oly control, including discussing General. Speaking to KUNA, Al-Sabeeh expressed his of a comprehensive state policy in Executive Director of cooperation and technical support desire to develop ATO work in order to be one of the protecting competitiveness. Competitiveness Protection and developing the institutional leading prestigious organizations which offer high- In response to a question department in the Kuwaiti Ministry structure for protecting agencies quality services to all Arab member states, and to regarding the outcome of competi- of Commerce and Industry Hussain concerned with competitiveness in strengthen its role in the development of work in Arab tiveness protection on the complet- Mohammad Safar. Kuwait. The Kuwaiti official noted ing of the Greater Arab Free Trade that the aim of his visit was also to towns. He spoke highly of former Secretary-General Area, Al-Nesour said that the estab- added that these issues remain benefit from the experience and Abdulaziz Al-Adsani’s efforts and active participation in lishment of competitiveness pro- among the lingering topics on Arab expertise available in member Arab various relative activities. tection body is a vital step needed Free Trade agenda, stressing the countries in this respect. — KUNA Kuwait’s Al-Shamma’

NBK celebrates winners of its largest campaigns in Mega Day event

KUWAIT: National Bank of Kuwait (NBK) terly prize while Hussain Najm Ali won the announced the winners of its largest cam- waterfront land in Sabah Al Ahmad Sea City, paigns this year during the Mega Day event the grand prize of NBK’s Summer Campaign. that took place at the Grand Avenue in The The winner of “Transfer your Salary and Win Avenues on Friday 2nd of October 2015. This instantly, weekly and monthly prizes’ event was attended by Salah Al Fulaij, NBK Campaign monthly draw on Mercedes CLA CEO - Kuwait, Ahmed Al Khader, NBK General was Meteeb Mutlaq Al Otaibi. This campaign Manager, Consumer Banking Group, and entitles new customers who transfer their Mohammed Al Othman, NBK Deputy General salary to NBK to get a cash prize from KD 100 Manager, Consumer Banking Group. up to KD 5000 instantly and enter a weekly “NBK is keen to always exceed its cus- draw to win KD 500. The campaign offers all tomers’ expectations”, said Ahmed Al Khader, existing and new customers who have their NBK general manager, Consumer Banking salaries transferred to NBK to enter a monthly Group. “We want all our account holders to draw on 6 brand new Mercedes CLA’s. It is benefit with us. During our Mega Day event, valid until December 2015. The event wit- exciting gifts, air tickets and prizes were given nessed several surprises and fun activities and to our customers in addition to the grand received an overwhelming response by both prize draws of the Waterfront dream Land in NBK customers and excited shoppers. The Sabah Al Ahmad Sea City and Al Jawhara quar- event was broadcasted and covered live on ter’s draw winner.” Mariam Naser Mohammed NBK’s official Facebook, Twitter, Snapchat and Khuraibet won KD 250,000 Al-Jawhara quar- Instagram pages, lively throughout the day. SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2015 LOCAL

Photo Kuwait’s UNGA participation ‘distinguished’ of the day NEW YORK: First Deputy Premier and Foreign thanking him for the release of the last Kuwaiti holding bilateral meetings with foreign ministers Minister Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Hamad Al- inmate from Guantanamo detention facility. His from Africa, Asia, Europe and Latin America. Sabah has said Kuwait’s participation in the 70th Highness the Amir also met with UN Secretary Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled further promoted session of the UN General Assembly (UNGA) was General Ban Ki-moon, who commended the Kuwait’s humanitarian status by co-chairing a “distinguished”. His Highness the Amir Sheikh humanitarian role of Kuwait. Sheikh Sabah Al- penal with the International Committee of Red Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah participated Khaled said the representative of His Highness Cross (ICRC) over means of uniting the world over in a summit on sustainable development and a the Amir, His Highness the Prime Minister the principles of humanity. He took part in a cere- summit, called by US President Barack Obama, addressed the UNGA session and announced the mony to hoist the Palestine State flag in the UN, over countering violent extremism and so-called contribution of USD 15 billion to help the devel- describing the event as “historic.” He said Kuwait, Islamic State in Iraq and Levant (ISIL), two high- oping countries for the next 15 years. “We in as rotating chairman of the ministerial council of level meetings discussing very important issues Kuwait are keen on achieving the SDGs that were the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), and challenges, Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled said in a adopted recently, and helping the developing addressed the UN Security Council during a ses- statement to KUNA and Kuwait TV. countries reach these goals,” he said. sion dedicated to discuss the preservation of Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled, who concluded his international peace and security, and confronting meetings and sideline events, said His Highness Kuwait’s UN engagement terrorism in the Middle East and North Africa. the Amir underlined before the sustainable devel- Meanwhile, First Deputy Premier and Foreign He noted Kuwait chaired an OIC ministerial opment summit Kuwaits firm conviction in the Minister Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Hamad Al- meeting over Jerusalem to discuss the Israeli collective international action based on security Sabah has said Kuwait enjoyed high esteem at aggression against the occupied Jerusalem. and human rights respect. He said Kuwait was regional, Arab and international levels, and this Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled represented Kuwait with- keen on honoring the 17 sustainable develop- was manifested via its contributions to the UN in the GCC in meetings with the US, Britain, the ment goals (SDGs), which aimed at eradicating General Assembly-related deliberations. He said European Union, India and South Korea. The top poverty and hunger, improving health and edu- Kuwait was keen on participating in several inter- diplomat said he was also keen on meeting with cation services, improving environment, women national meetings and conferences, like the UN special envoys to Yemen, Iraq, Libya and Syria empowerment and gender equality. UNGA in order to exchange expertise with other so as to urge them to explore all means in order Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled said His Highness the countries around the world. Speaking to KUNA to find political solutions for the conflicts in these Amir met with President Obama and discussed and Kuwait TV, Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled said he countries. He also reaffirmed Kuwait’s support for regional developments and bilateral relations, participated in the UNGA sessions, as well as their endeavors.— Agencies

Interior Ministry buys four Airbus civilian helicopters

KUWAIT: The Interior Ministry has signed a contract with Airbus Helicopters, Inc (AHI), a subsidiary of Airbus Group, Inc, to purchase four KUWAIT: Photo shows people shopping and strolling at The Avenues Mall during the weekend. The Avenues is considered to be one of the largest malls in the world with civilian helicopters in the ministry’s more than 800 stores spread over the 7 districts.— KUNA bid to upgrade its domestic security operations, a ministry statement said yesterday. Among the four planes will be an AS 365 and an EC 225 type civil- ian helicopters, with training and Bedoon drug operation instructions provided for these two planes, said the ministry undersecretary Lt Gen Sulaiman Al- dealer arrested Fahad. The four choppers will join the ministry’s fleet of such planes which it By Hanan Al-Saadoun hashish from him, and he was caught red- had acquired since 2005, he said, handed on delivery. On searching a stable promising more upgrades in the min- KUWAIT: A bedoon was arrested with a he used in Jahra to store his contraband, istry’s hardware over the next few quarter kilo of hashish he was in the detectives found another kilo of hashish, years. — KUNA The Interior Ministry and Airbus Helicopters officials signing the contract. process of selling to an undercover agent, half a kilo of heroin and 1,000 captagon said security sources. Case papers indicate pills. The suspect, who worked as courier that narcotics detectives had been tipped at a ministry, had been using the min- off concerning the suspect’s activity. A istry’s vehicle to deliver the drugs. A case secret agent was assigned to pretend was filed and the suspect was referred to making a deal to buy a quarter kilo of relevant authorities. National Day celebration at Expo Milan reflects a fruitful media strategy

MILAN: The terrific success of the Kuwaiti that over 1.35 million people visited the National Day celebration at Expo Milan Kuwaiti Pavilion over five months is the 2015 and the attraction of over 1.35 million fruit of three years of fervent and organized Microsoft releases Office 2016 visitors to the Kuwaiti Pavilion reflect efforts, he added. Kuwait’s fruitful media strategy, a senior Kuwait’s participation in this interna- information official said yesterday. The cel- tional event is primarily intended to deliver ebration was organized earlier on its cultural and humanitarian message to New Office takes the work out of working together Wednesday at the Kuwaiti Pavilion at Expo the world, the official pointed out. The visi- Milan 2015 held under the banner “Feeding tors of the Kuwaiti pavilion at the Expo KUWAIT: Microsoft Corp, began the worldwide including the new Sway for Windows 10 to create earlier this year, GigJam is available Tuesday in pri- the Planet, Energy for Life”. The celebration Milan 2015 were impressed by Kuwait’s release of Office 2016. The apps are the latest addi- shareable, interactive stories that look great on any vate preview and will become part of Office 365 in was attended by the Italian Prime Minister’s transition from life in desert to a modern tion to Office 365, Microsoft’s cloud-based subscrip- screen. Windows Hello logs you into Windows and 2016. GigJam is an unprecedented new way for Representative, Undersecretary of the society. The pavilion contains different sci- tion service that helps people do their best work, Office 365 in one simple step.1 Office Mobile apps on teams to accomplish tasks and transform business Justice Ministry Cosimo Ferri, a number of entific, cultural and artistic activities aiming together. The company also announced new and Windows 10 empower on-the-go productivity, and processes by breaking down the barriers between senior Italian officials, including Milan to showcase history and culture of the enhanced Office 365 services built for team produc- work with Continuum2 so you can use your phone devices, apps and people. Mayor Giuliano Pisapia, and representatives State of Kuwait. Expo Milan 2015 is a major tivity. “The way people work has changed dramati- like a PC. Cortana3 connects with Office 365 to help of the countries taking part in the Expo. international exhibition that has been held cally, and that’s why Microsoft is focused on reinvent- with tasks such as meeting preparation, with Works for you “Kuwait’s steadily successful involve- every five years since the 19th century. ing productivity and business processes for the Outlook integration coming in November. Office 2016 provides built-in intelligence to help ment in this international exhibition in Italy Covering 272 Acres, it expects an estimated mobile-first, cloud-first world,” said Satya Nadella, you work faster and smarter. Outlook 2016 provides was crowned by the joyful activities of the 29 million visitors from May 1st-October chief executive officer of Microsoft. “These latest Built for teamwork the smartest inbox yet, with lightning-fast search and National Day in presence of His Highness 31st 2015. Over 140 participating countries innovations take another big step forward in trans- The Office 2016 apps simplify collaboration and automatic removal of low-priority mail. Everyone on the Prime Minister’s representative and the are showcasing the best of their technolo- forming Office from a familiar set of individual pro- remove barriers to team success. Co-authoring4 is the To: line has the right access to documents with Italian government’s envoy,” gy, which will offer answers to questions ductivity apps to a connected set of apps and servic- now provided in Word, PowerPoint and OneNote modern, cloud-based attachments. Tell Me helps you Undersecretary of the Information Ministry revolving around health, safety and better es designed for modern working, collaboration and desktop software, including real-time typing in Word quickly find the right Office feature or command, Tareq Al-Mezrem said to KUNA. The fact food nourishment. — KUNA teamwork.” that lets you see others’ edits as they make them. and Smart Lookup brings insights from the Web right Commenting on Office 2016, Charles Nahas, Skype in-app integration across the rich client apps into your documents. Excel 2016 now includes inte- Microsoft Kuwait General Manager said: “We are very allows you to IM, screen share, talk or video chat right grated publishing to Power BI and new modern chart excited with the worldwide release of Office 2016. in your docs. types to help you make the most of your data. The This milestone helps illustrate the importance that Office 365 Groups are now an integrated part of most recently used documents list allows you to pick Conference to focus on merits Microsoft Office have played in shaping the digital the Outlook 2016 client app and available on your up right where you left off, traveling with you across world in Kuwait to date.” Nadella wrote about the favorite mobile device through the Outlook Groups your devices, whether you are working in Office of electronic media, info tech new Office on the Official Microsoft Blog. Kirk app, delivering a consistent team experience across Online, in the Office Mobile apps or in the Office Koenigsbauer, corporate vice president for the Office the suite. In addition, new Office 365 solutions that 2016 desktop apps. KUWAIT: The fourth edition of a youth in a press statement. Client Applications and Services team, provided combine the power of apps and services for better empowerment conference taking place Noting that the three previous editions more insights about Office 2016 on the Office Blog. collaboration are coming soon. Introduced today, The most secured Office next month will focus on the merits of elec- of the youth empowerment conference Office 2016 delivers new versions of the Office Office 365 Planner helps teams organize their work, Office 2016 apps with Office 365 deliver new tronic media and information technology returned good dividends to the young desktop apps for Windows, including Word, with the ability to create new plans, organize and capabilities for better enterprise security and protec- in affording young Kuwaiti entrepreneurs Kuwaiti entrepreneurs attending them, he PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, OneNote, Project, Visio assign tasks, set due dates, and update status with tion. Built-in Data Loss Prevention across Word, with opportunities to run their own SMEs, said the fourth edition would surely be a and Access. By subscribing to Office 365, customers visual dashboards and email notifications. Planner PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook significantly reduces said an organizer of the conference yester- resounding success as well, knowing the can get always-up-to-date, fully installed apps for use will be available in preview to Office 365 First Release the risk of leaking sensitive data, giving IT adminis- day. The conference will host local and youth’s infatuation with electronic media across their devices, combined with a continually customers starting next quarter. trators tools to manage content authoring and docu- international experts in the fields of elec- and information technology. He urged evolving set of consumer and commercial services, Significant new updates to OneDrive for Business ment sharing policies. Multifactor authentication tronic media and IT to give attending young entrepreneurs to sign up to attend such as OneDrive online storage, Skype for Business, are coming later this month, including a new sync ensures secured access to content anywhere when young Kuwaiti entrepreneurs the means of the November conference, beginning Delve, Yammer and enterprise-grade security fea- client for Windows and Mac, which will deliver selec- you’re away from the corporate network. Enterprise starting their SMEs with prior knowledge of tomorrow, to ensure getting a seat. Among tures. tive sync and enhanced reliability. Updates also Data Protection will be available for the Office Mobile potential pitfalls and ways of overcoming the sponsors of the conference are Zain, Together, the new Office and Windows 10 are the include increased file size and volume limits per user, apps for Windows 10 later this year and for the desk- them, said chairman of the organizing Kuwait Finance House (KFH) and Kuwait most complete solution for doing. The Office 2016 a new user interface in the browser, mobile enhance- top apps early next year, enabling secured content committee of the conference Ali Al-Ibrahim Projects Company (KIPCO). — KUNA apps run beautifully on the best Windows ever, ments, and new IT and developer features. Unveiled sharing within corporate boundaries. SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2015 LOCAL

Special Report Basri discusses fees, visas, teachers in private schools

By Nawara Fattahova the increase to the parents and prove it to the “A school should get approval for any trip they Dozens of them start the academic year, then ministry. If the school doesn’t return the money, are organizing for the students, which includes leave for Christmas vacations and do not return. he office of Abdullah Al-Basri, general man- our department will slap sanctions on that the fee. They are not allowed to increase it - they Others have to leave the country every three ager of public administration for private school,” he added. only can add a nominal transport fee. Also, most months for a day or two as their tourist visa Teducation at the Ministry of Education, is a According to Basri, the Ministry of Education of the places to which the trips are made offer expires in three months. “Teachers should enter busy place these days. “The beginning of the aca- will block the school from completing its paper- special rates for students. If parents have any the country on work permits as they are coming demic year is our peak period as most people work at all institutions. If the school persists in its doubts, they can demand an approval letter from to work here. If they enter the country on a differ- come to finalize their paperwork at this time. violations and does not respect the ministry’s the school to check the fees and if they are differ- ent visa, they will be held responsible. There Parents and students wait till the last minute, orders, the case will be submitted to the Minister ent, they can complain at our department,” high- should be a contract between the teacher and although we are here the whole year. Students the school, and without it, the school may termi- come to accredit their certificates, while parents nate the teacher at any time without any rights. ask for transfer papers for their children and other Teachers should enter the country on work But if there is a contract and the teacher’s residen- documents, giving the common excuses that ‘we cy is on the school, he or she can get their rights were travelling’, ‘we didn’t know’ and others. They permits as they are coming to work here. If from the ministry of social affairs and labor, which should be ready before the school starts,” Basri is the concerned body,” explained Basri. told Kuwait Times. they enter the country on a different visa, they A joint committee of the Ministry of Interior, MSAL and the municipality is responsible for this. School fees will be held responsible. “This committee reviews all the IDs of the teach- Parents of students in various private schools ers, their contracts, degrees and experience cer- have been complaining of many problems they tificates. After submitting the complete file with

Abdullah Al-Basri, General Manager of Public Administration for Private Education at the Ministry of Education.

are facing with the start of the new academic of Education to withdraw the license of the lighted Basri. these papers, the ministry will give the approval year. Topmost are worries about school fees rising school. In this case, the ministry will direct and Some non-Arab parents have complained of and the visa will be issued. The teachers should again, but Basri assured that such increases will supervise the school till the end of the academic the bad standard of the teaching of Arabic lan- enter Kuwait on business visas and not tourist not take place this year. But despite repeated year. Parents can also complain based on the fees guage, which is part of their schools’ curricula. ones. The school should print the residency on statements, many parents have complained that announced on the website of the school, and Sometimes they can’t complain at the school as their passports and then issue the civil IDs. Our fees have indeed increased. “Any parent who paid inspectors of the ministry will follow similar pro- they are worried that the school may expel their administrative and financial affairs department more than they paid last year in school fees is cedures, Basri pointed out. children. “Supervisors from the ministry go on goes on field visits to the schools to check the welcome to submit a complaint to our depart- field visits to the schools to evaluate the teachers status of teachers and issues fines to violating ment. If this increase is not reasonable and not Other Charges and their teaching. In general, Arabic for non- schools that do not transfer the visas of teachers,” approved by the ministry, the parent can come The Ministry of Education will form a commit- Arab speakers is very simple, and not the same as he stated. with the receipts showing the difference between tee headed by Undersecretary Dr Haitham Al- students in Arabic schools,” he noted. Basri also “If during these visits a teacher is caught work- last year and this year’s fees. Then our depart- Athari to study all the other fees that private said that parents who feel their children have ing on a visit visa, he or she will be deported and ment will take action,” vowed Basri. schools collect from parents. “This committee will been treated unjustly can come to the depart- blacklisted. Even those on family visas are not “The employees of the finance department of prepare a ministry decree that sets the maximum ment and complain, and they always defend the allowed to work, and will be held responsible. the ministry will visit the school to confirm the limits of these fees and the procedures of approv- parents if there is any injustice or abuse by the Also, when teachers demand certificates of expe- complaint and register an official statement ing them. The decree will manage the fees for school. The department is located in Mughira bin rience at the end of their tenure, these won’t be about this violation. A report is then issued and transport, uniforms, trips and all other charges. Shuaba Street in Salmiya. issued unless their residencies are with the passed to the general director, who passes it to Some schools demand an increase in book fees schools. The ministry can’t force any school to the legal department to contact the school. After for instance due to an increase in shipping ‘Illegal’ Teachers employ a teacher, but if the employer doesn’t that, a warning letter is sent to the school, giving charges or costs, and the new law will regulate Many teachers, especially of Western nationali- transfer the visa of the teacher, then he or she can them a period of 30 days to return the amount of this issue as well,” said Basri. ties, work without work visas, which is illegal. leave whenever they want,” Basri concluded.

Ooredoo trains young mobile application developers

KUWAIT: Ooredoo Kuwait, a member of the interna- will also allow networking opportunities and group dis- tional Ooredoo Group, announced that training of par- cussions. ticipants in the Arab Mobile App Challenge is underway, Commenting on the sponsorship, Yousef Alshallal, with more than 40 participants. The acceleration pro- Senior Manager, Social Media, Corporate Social gram will include workshops and lectures aiming at Responsibility (CSR) and Sponsorships at Ooredoo enhancing their business, entrepreneurship and techni- Kuwait said: “Empowering youth is a key objective in cal skills needed to enter the semi-finals of the competi- our corporate social responsibility strategy, we aim at tion in Dubai- January 2016. developing the participants’ skills in all areas, when we The Acceleration day will be conducted on October talk about technology we talk about the future so by 1st in collaboration with Brilliant Labs, an international hosting such an event we are helping those participants organization which aims at empowering teachers to forming their futures and achieving excellence in an support creative, leading, entrepreneurial, and lifelong area which they favor.” Finalists will be invited to students, for the 21st century. The Global Mobile App Regional Finals in January 2016. Winners are eligible for Challenge enables participants to develop mobile apps either financial prizes or the opportunity for a fully-paid designed to make an impact in the education, health, invitation to compete at the Global Mobile Challenge in entertainment, and entrepreneurship sectors. Barcelona, also founded by the Applied Innovation Workshop agenda will include lectures on start-up Institute (AII), and hosted by the Mobile World methodology and innovation to success. The program Congress. SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2015 LOCAL Kuwait to host WHO regional meeting UNHRC adopts Arab resolution to boost human rights in Yemen

KUWAIT: The 62nd session of the WHO and civil society, will take part in the session. UNHRC adopts Arab resolution UNHRC expressed deep concern towards the essary resources in order to deal with the Regional Committee for the Eastern The four-day program will include progress Meanwhile, the United Nations Human Rights deteriorated humanitarian situation in consequences of violence, as well as social Mediterranean will be held in Kuwait from reports on polio eradication; emergency pre- Council (UNHRC) has unanimously adopted a res- Yemen, calling on all UN agencies to assist in and economic challenges that Yemen is cur- October 5-8, said Minister of Health Dr Ali Al- paredness and response, prevention and con- olution proposed by Arab states to provide tech- the transitional process in Sanaa. It also urged rently facing in accordance with the priorities Obaidi yesterday. Speaking to the press, the trol of non communicable diseases, achieving nical assistance to Yemen in order to boost the the international community to mobilize nec- set by the Yemeni authorities. — KUNA minister said that the meeting will be held national core capacities for the deadline for country’s capabilities in the human rights field. under the auspices of His Highness the Prime implementation of the IHR, universal health The resolution stresses the importance of protect- Minister Sheikh Jaber Al-Mubarak Al-Hamad coverage, regional strategy on health and the ing and bolstering human rights in Yemen in Al-Sabah. He added that Kuwait’s organization environment, the initiative on saving the lives order to secure a fair and legal judicial system in of the meeting showcased the GCC state’s of mothers and children, regional strategy for the country, which eventually leads to a national interest in developing medical care in the the improvement of civil registration and vital reconciliation in Yemen, UNHRC said in a state- region and also highlighting the continuous statistics systems 2014-2019. These reports ment Friday. cooperation between WHO and Kuwait. provide updates on implementation of resolu- The council also commended the efforts exert- According to the WHO’s Regional Committee tions approved by the Regional Committee at ed by Saudi Arabia and GCC states in dealing with for the Eastern Mediterranean, Health minis- previous sessions. Technical briefings and min- the Yemeni crisis, stressing the importance to ters and high-level representatives of the 22 isterial lunches will offer additional opportuni- investigate all violations of international human countries and territories of WHO’s Eastern ties to discuss technical agenda items, said the right laws in Yemen, and form a national independ- Mediterranean Region, partner organizations committee. ent committee in that regard. Meanwhile, the

Salem Al-Ali Informatics Award hosts fifth information debate

KUWAIT: Sheikh Salem Al-Ali Al-Sabah Informatics Award hosts its fifth information debate tomorrow. The event will be presided over by Public Authority for Communication and Information Technology Chairman Salem Al-Athaina. The discussion will mainly tackle infor- mation and the authority’s role in Kuwait and ways to coordi- nate work between both public and private sectors. The event will also discuss the authorities’ role inside and outside the country, ways to improve com- munication infrastructure and utilize the best in technology in the world, Informatics Diwan Coordinator Dr Thalaya Al- Fouzan said in a statement. Informatics Diwan Al-Fouzan stressed the Coordinator Dr authority’s important role in Thalaya Al-Fouzan protecting consumers in the digital world and how to pro- vide the best communication and internet services, adding that Al-Athaina would be the best guest to talk about the field due to his 20-year career. In previous years, the debate hosted a number of public figures that had huge contributions to technology and information areas, mainly Information Minister and Minister of State for Youth Affairs Sheikh Salman Sabah Al-Salem Al-Hmoud Al-Sabah, President of the Geographic Information Group Sheikh Ahmad Al-Abdullah Al-Sabah, and a wide range of directors from various internet service providers. — KUNA SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2015 From the Arabic press

Al-Qabas Al-Jarida Internationalization Putin the Lionheart of hajj is like elected government By Dr Hassan Abdullah Jouhar

By Abdellatif Al-Duaij ussian President Vladimir Putin opted for the hardest, and at the same time smartest, decision in terms of choosing the right time and political circumstances to put all his might into am for the internationalization of hajj, or with the estab- R Syria. The first accusation this man might face is doing so to save lishment of an Islamic committee representing all Muslims, Asaad’s regime - something to which he pays the least attention in to organize the hajj process, and make it easy for all I the course of winning the title of the ‘Lionheart’! Muslims of different sects and rituals to perform what is The Russian president strongly faced the US and Europe in agreed upon. Yet, the call for such internationalization must Ukraine after he took control of the strategic Crimean peninsula come with good intention and a true wish to serve Islam and and imposing Russian autonomy in half of the former Soviet repub- Muslims, and not a political plan to disturb this country or lic, achieving most of his conditions despite the economic boycott belittle that. that seems to have harmed the West more than Russia and despite Before this or that, I move out of the necessary and deserved falling oil prices that have been overburdening his country. Putin’s admittance of the tremendous efforts exerted and being exert- stop today is Syria and all success elements are present for this mis- ed by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. I am for the internationaliza- Oil sion now, since the US is internationally at its weakest point and is tion of hajj if it meant “assistance” in its organization, presenting too preoccupied with the coming presidential elections.

consultations and undertaking the costs necessary to facilitate Al-Anbaa Europe is divided over the Syrian issue and all of a sudden, it is the accommodation and movement of pilgrims. now paying the price by receiving millions of refugees, while Iran, Yet, even this proposed internationalization needs bases Moscow’s strategic ally, managed to neutralize Washington and its and foundations that are currently not available to many allies after signing the nuclear agreement. In addition, the West, Muslims with regret, especially the promoters of internation- including the US, need it as a basic player in engineering political alization. This totally reminds me with the callers for the Al-Jarida consequences if the Russian project succeeds in Syria so as to avoid “elected government” here, as most callers, or claimants, are losing everything. GCC states are up to their ears in the war going non-democratic to start with. They do not have real belief in on in Yemen without any fruits so far and their troops suffered democratic rules and principles, rather they are seeking to Failed, fragile and crumbling states some painful blows. The Russian justification of such a move is logi- impose the opinion of a sect or a majority on the rest, and cal enough for everyone because the US and 60 other countries excluding others from the opportunities of equality and take have so far terribly failed in fighting IS in Syria and it is now expand- away from their rights. By Prof Ghanim Al-Najjar ing more than when the war on IS was declared a year ago. Even This condition is similar to the Muslims’ situation today. the US-armed moderate opposition project ended up with a silly s there a failed state? If yes, how to now that? Well, Sustainable’, which only includes Finland. According to They are divided in fighting sects and doctrines, and the play when nobody was left of this army but five soldiers and the the Fund for Peace (FFP), located in the US, has been the 2014 Fragile States Index, 16 Arab states are rated majorities threaten the existence of minorities, so it is difficult rest handed over their weapons to IS and pledged loyalty to its publishing what was known as the Failed States within the six lower categories. Kuwait and Oman are to create authorities or establishments that professionally, I leaders. The Russians declared the same war and it only took the Index since 2005. The attempt is definitely daring and rated as ‘Less Stable’ in the seventh category whereas credibly and transparently manage Muslims affairs. The US, Europe and Turkey one hour to accept Russian intervention, in there is no argument that the term is attractive, but Qatar and UAE were ranked amongst category 8 ‘Stable’ administration in Saudi Arabia proved currently and in the addition to agreeing to leave Assad in power. Well, the Russian instead of using it to assess how states are doing, it states. interference may be more convincing since most of the mercenary past years that it is up to managing hajj affairs, and all turned into a political Wailing Wall and was used to dub Naturally enough, the new index is still being scien- fighters in Syria are from Chechnya and the remainder of the Muslims with their different doctrines and origins perform states one does not like as failed ones, and they might tifically criticized in terms of its methodology and Russian backyard and their presence and military experience pose hajj rituals without restrictions or instructions or direct inter- be actually so. We even find the well-known American research tools. Meanwhile, governments’ criticism only threats to Russian national security. ference in their beliefs by the kingdom’s officials. thinker Noam Chomsky classifying the US as a failed focuses on the index’s political side. Yet, we had no Putin’s battle is supposed to be a fierce and endless one Good intentions are required and cooperation is neces- state on grounds that it is a harmful element to democ- sooner finished with the ‘failure’ and ‘fragility’ problems because it is one for existence or no existence. It is the key to a new sary, so if anyone has a proposal or opinion in avoiding crises racy and undermines stability worldwide. than the new term of ‘Crumbling States’ saw the light, world order as well as Russia’s access to global influence. Russia’s or accidents pilgrims may be exposed to, then they should The term lost its academic value and turned into a when colleague Yazeed Sayegh brilliantly introduced it failure in Syria might be as costly as the disintegration of the Soviet come forward with good intention and clear mind with their mere political one used in political conflicts rather than in a modern study on reform security apparatuses in Union after its defeat in Afghanistan, which is a kink Putin and his proposals. Officials in Saudi Arabia, on the other side, should analyzing data about this or that state. Due to the Libya and Yemen. Crumbling states might be much easi- government are fully aware of. look seriously and neutrally on these proposals and in a way severe systematic academic criticism, the project opera- er to assess. Putin’s success in Syria does not only serve Moscow, but also that agrees with the security and safety of all those perform- tors had to reconsider the index and change a number However, each of us is free to choose whatever termi- enhances his regional allies’ statuses. The man would win great ing hajj rituals. Now, and until we have real Muslims and of its basic constituents, and then change its name in nology and index he likes to describe real situations, yet popularity in Arab countries where the people have been suffering believers, the “political” administration of the hajj process by 2014 to ‘Fragile States Index’. the biggest fear is that regional situations may quickly from terrorist religious groups. He will also prove that those crimi- Saudi authorities is the only guarantee for all Muslims to con- The new index includes 11 categories, with the low- plunge into an inevitable destiny and move from a state nals were made by the West and supported by some regional tinue practicing their beliefs and perform hajj rituals without est being ‘Very High Alert’ with four states, including of ‘osteoporosis’ into one of comprehensive collapse. regimes. Putin is not only coming to save Assad, but he also plans any restrictions or rituals. two Arab ones. The highest rating is labeled as ‘Very —Translated by Kuwait Times to be Putin the Lionheart! —Translated by Kuwait Times MoH on cholera alert; two patients detected

KUWAIT: The Health Ministry yesterday ministry highlighted, pointing out that fur- reassured citizens and expats that all its ther cases could be discovered among sectors were fully alert to deal with any people arriving from Iraq, but reassured cross-border cholera cases, especially from that such individual cases pose no major Iraq. The ministry stressed that it had taken threat to Kuwait. all preventive measures to control the dis- “A special 24/7 work plan has been set ease. It also stressed that Kuwait had a at Abdaly clinic to examine people arriving well-structured health infrastructure of from Iraq and refer them to preventive water and sewers grids that prevent the medicine centers as per their address, spread of such diseases, in addition to where they remain under observation for healthy food, food control and most of all, seven days to make sure they do not public awareness needed to fight such dis- develop any of the disease’s symptoms,” eases. “In addition, Kuwait has enough the ministry explained, noting that arrivals medications, equipment and antibiotics are reminded of the need to immediately needed to deal with any case,” stressed the check with the nearest hospital in case of ministry. developing diarrhea within seven days of Notably, MoH had stated that two peo- arrival. The ministry also advised travelers ple arriving from Iraq tested positive for to Iraq, namely children below five, people cholera and both were provided proper with chronic diseases, those with weak treatment and are now recovering. “Those immune systems and pregnant women, to who interacted with the two infected cases consider postponing their journeys for the were also given precautionary treatment time being until Iraq is internationally to prevent any secondary infections,” the declared cholera free. —Al-Rai Kuwaiti forges MoE contract

KUWAIT: A search is on for a citizen who Kuwaiti, Egyptian fight forged a contract with the Ministry of Another fight took place in Salmiya Education to increase the allotment of when a female citizen and her Egyptian workers needed for his company to 86, neighbor charged at each other outside said security sources. Case papers indi- their building, said security sources. Failing cate that the Interior Ministry’s Assistant to control the fight, other neighbors had Undersecretary for Citizenship and to call the police, but when they arrived, Passports Affairs Maj Gen Mazen Al- the two women had already rushed to the Jarrah had been tipped off concerning a police station to file complaints and company manipulating its labor needs exchange accusations. A case was filed based on a contract supposedly signed and further investigations are in progress. by MoE’s Assistant Undersecretary for Engineering Affairs. However, on check- SR 3,000 stolen ing with MoE, detectives found that the A citizen reported that his driver had contract was fake and that there was no stolen SR 3,000 from his diwaniya and fled Assistant Undersecretary with the the house, said security sources. In another signee’s name. A case was filed and fur- development, two Sri Lankans were arrest- ther investigations are in progress to ed for running an illegal long distance call locate and bring the suspect to justice. center in Khaitan, said security source.

Women ‘assaulted’ 32 whiskey bottles A female citizen filed a complaint Two bedoons were arrested in Rabiya against a citizen and his juvenile son accus- with 32 whiskey bottles, seven mobile ing them of assaulting her outside her phones and KD2,500 in cash, said securi- house in Ali Sabah Al-Salem because of ty sources. Case papers indicate that a some unsettled old scores. A case was filed police patrol suspected two vehicles in and the suspects are being summoned for Rabiya, and on approaching, one of the further investigations. In another develop- drivers dashed away, while the other ment, a Filipina reported that a female filed to do so. Both the driver and his compatriot assaulted her in Nugra after companion looked confused, and on suspecting that she had been having an searching the vehicle, policemen found affair with her husband, said security the liquor, mobile and cash. A case was sources. Case papers indicate that the jeal- field and further investigations are in ous wife found the complainant’s mobile progress. Also, an Indian was arrested in phone number in the contacts list of her Khaitan with 24 homemade liquor bot- husband’s mobile phone. She called and tles, said security sources, noting that a asked to meet her in Nugra to ask about police patrol suspected him because he their relationship, which she denied, and was driving in an unsteady course. stressed that he was only his coworker. The Stopping him, the man reeked of liquor. angry wife did not buy it and assaulted the He admitted being drunk and led the woman, until passersby stopped the fight. police to the bottles he had. SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2015 Vatican fury as priest comes out on Australia shooting ‘an act of terrorism’: PM eve of bishops meet Page 12 Page 10 Afghan hospital air strike kills 19 ‘Full investigation’ into hospital bombing: Pentagon chief

KABUL: A suspected US air strike on a ing as a position to target Afghan forces hospital killed 19 people yesterday in the and civilians”. MSF said some 105 Afghan city of Kunduz, medical charity patients and their caregivers, as well as MSF said, a bombardment that the UN more than 80 international and local MSF condemned as “inexcusable, and possi- staff, were in the hospital at the time of bly even criminal”. Dozens more were the bombing. seriously wounded at the facility, a key lifeline that has been running “beyond ‘Shocked, emotional, in tears’ capacity” during fighting that saw the The blackened building was filled with Taleban seize control of the northern the smell of burning flesh and some bod- provincial capital for several days. The ies were charred beyond recognition, said strike early yesterday left the building Qiamudeen, a 31-year-old shopkeeper engulfed in flames, with photos posted whose neighbour was killed in the strike. by Doctors Without Borders showing “I was shocked, emotional and in tears their staff shocked and dazed. “At 2:10 when I reached the hospital,” Qiamudeen, am (2040 GMT) local time... the MSF trau- who goes by one name, told AFP. ma centre in Kunduz was hit several Another resident said he was anxiously times during sustained bombing and trying to contact six friends, all doctors was very badly damaged,” the organisa- and nurses at MSF. “I don’t have any news tion, known by its French initials, said. from them and they may have been killed,” “Twelve staff members and at least he told AFP. He said many people were too seven patients, including three children, afraid to leave their homes to check on were killed; 37 people were injured. This wounded relatives because of sporadic attack constitutes a grave violation of firefights between troops and Taleban mil- international humanitarian law.” itants. The Afghan government insists the The charity said the bombing contin- city is firmly in their control. KUNDUZ: In this undated photograph released by Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF) yesterday, Afghan MSF medical personnel treat ued for more than 30 minutes after civilians injured following an offensive against Taleban militants by Afghan and coalition forces at the MSF hospital in Kunduz. An American and Afghan military officials ‘Appalling tragedy’ air strike on the hospital in the Afghan city of Kunduz yesterday left three Doctors Without Borders staff dead and dozens more were first alerted they were being hit. The MSF trauma centre in Kunduz is unaccounted for, the medical charity said, with NATO conceding US forces may have been behind the bombing. —AFP “All parties to the conflict, including in the only medical facility in the whole Kabul and Washington, were clearly northeastern region of Afghanistan that informed of the precise location (GPS can deal with major injuries. “We are coordinates) of the MSF facilities,” the deeply shocked by the attack, the killing statement added. of our staff... and the heavy toll it has NATO conceded US forces may have inflicted on healthcare in Kunduz,” MSF been behind the strike but has not so far director of operations Bart Janssens said. commented on the specific claims of “We urge all parties to respect the MSF, which has long treated the war- safety of health facilities and staff.” The wounded from all sides of the conflict. International Committee of the Red “The strike may have resulted in col- Cross said the strike was “an appalling lateral damage to a nearby medical facili- tragedy”. ty. This incident is under investigation.” “Such attacks against health workers The incident has renewed concerns and facilities undermine the capacity of about the use of US air strikes in humanitarian organisations to assist the Afghanistan, a deeply contentious issue Afghan people at a time when they most in the 14-year campaign against Taleban urgently need it.” Kunduz is facing a insurgents. humanitarian crisis, with thousands of UN rights chief Zeid Ra’ad Al Hussein civilians caught in the crossfire between called for a full and transparent probe, government forces and insurgents. At noting that, “if established as deliberate least 60 people are known to have died in a court of law, an air strike on a hospi- and 400 wounded in recent fighting. The tal may amount to a war crime.” “This Taleban’s offensive in Kunduz, their event is utterly tragic, inexcusable and biggest tactical success since 2001, marks possibly even criminal,” he said. a major blow for Afghanistan’s Western- US Defense Secretary Ashton Carter trained forces. In a statement, the Taleban said a “full investigation” is being carried accused “barbaric American forces” of out. The bombing came after Taleban deliberately carrying out Saturday’s strike, insurgents overran the northern Afghan which “killed and wounded tens of doc- city on Monday. It was the first major city tors, nurses and patients”. to be captured by militants since 2001. US-led NATO forces ended their com- The Afghan defence ministry expressed bat mission in Afghanistan last sadness but in a statement said “a group December, though a 13,000-strong force of terrorists armed with light and heavy remains for training and counter-terror- weapon... were using the hospital build- ism operations. —AFP Guatemala slide kills 26

GUATEMALA CITY: Homemaker Dulce the dead, including two babies, were car- del Carmen Lavarenzo Pu had just ried to an improvised morgue where returned from church when the ground weeping relatives identified the bodies shook and she heard a terrible noise. A of their loved ones. The dead included wave of mud slid from the nearby moun- Quani Bonilla, 18, who played on the tainside and buried everything just 150 national squash team, he said. feet (50 meters) from her house. Also among the bodies, rescuers “Everything went black, because the found a mother embracing her two girls, lights went out,” said the 28-year-old of said Carlos Turcios, a doctor who saw the mudslide that struck Thursday night them when he came to help the rescue. in her neighborhood on the outskirts of The hill that towers over Cambray, a Guatemala City. “Ash and dust were neighborhood in the suburb of Santa falling, so we left the house. You couldn’t Catarina Pinula, about 10 miles (15 kilo- see anything.” meters) east of Guatemala City, partly The rain-sodden hillside about 300 collapsed onto a 200-foot (60-meter) feet (100 meters) high had collapsed stretch of the hamlet just before mid- onto her neighborhood, killing at least night, burying an estimated 68 homes. 26 people, including the cousin of Raul Rodas, an assistant village mayor, Lavarenzo Pu. She burst into tears upon said about 150 families had lived in the seeing the body of her cousin brought area where the mudslide occurred. into the morgue on Friday. Some 36 peo- Some of the untouched homes in ple were injured. Cambray, which sits on the edge of a The number of dead was expected to small river, were abandoned by their rise with family members reporting 100 owners for fear of further mudslides. people missing. The number of missing Early in the day, Marleni Pu, 25, stood at could be as high as 600 based on at least the edge of the mudslide, her face 100 homes in the area of the slide, said swollen with weeping. “My uncles, my Alejandro Maldonado, executive secre- cousins, my nieces and nephews are all tary of Conred, Guatemala’s emergency there,” she said, looking across the field disaster agency. of debris where about two dozen rela- Search efforts were scheduled to tives had lived. “Six houses where my rel- resume yesterday. Hundreds of rescue atives lived are all under the hillside workers used shovels, pickaxes, dogs and now.” backhoes in a frantic bid to reach sur- Searchers dug out her relative, Rony vivors Friday, pulling one man alive from Ramos, 23, who was rescued from a the rubble of his collapsed home more home near the edge of mudflow. But at than 15 hours after the landslide hit. its center, the landslide buried houses They had to call off the search late Friday under a layer of rocks and earth as much until Saturday morning for workers’ secu- as 50 feet (15 meters) deep. He had rity because they were getting tired and apparently been trapped in an air pock- it was starting to rain, authorities said. et, face down and unable to move. Julio Sanchez, spokesman for Authorities originally identified him as Guatemala’s volunteer firefighters, said Ronny Pu. —AP SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2015 INTERNATIONAL House Republicans still searching for new leadership

WASHINGTON: House Republican turmoil is oversight committee, intends to challenge the votes for the new leadership team are cast Oct. Rodham Clinton’s slipping poll numbers. knowledge of the situation who demanded boiling over as leadership elections approach, prohibitive favorite for speaker, Majority Leader 8. “Until we decide that we’re going to function anonymity to confirm Chaffetz’s plans ahead of with dissatisfied lawmakers casting about for Kevin McCarthy of California, Republican aides as a team instead of as a series of groups trying Witch-hunt an announcement. Chaffetz’ office did not new choices and a surprise longshot chal- said Friday. Yet it’s not clear that the hardliners to enforce their agenda on the majority of the McCarthy backtracked, but it took him two respond to requests for comment, but the con- lenger emerging in the speaker’s race. who ousted Boehner and view McCarthy with House, then we’re going to have this treadmill days and the gaffe allowed Democrats to claim gressman is to appear on “Fox News Sunday” to The upheaval reflects a caucus ever more suspicion would flock to Chaffetz, given that as kind of a thing where we’re just walking faster that the committee is a political witch hunt - discuss his plans. divided in the week since House Speaker John committee chairman he’s enforced leadership and faster but not actually physically moving,” not a fact-finding mission into the deaths of Chaffetz has led high-profile investigations Boehner stunned Capitol Hill by resigning initiatives such as punishing lawmakers who said Rep. Frank Lucas, R-Okla. four Americans at the US mission in Benghazi, into the Secret Service, Planned Parenthood under conservative pressure. And it comes as a buck the party position. The well-liked McCarthy has been endorsed Libya, as Republicans had long asserted. and other issues, but he is unlikely to outma- long list of weighty and polarizing issues loom “It would be hard to replace John Boehner by Boehner, but some of the hardline conserva- Chaffetz was one of the loudest critics of neuver McCarthy for the speaker’s job. on Congress’ agenda, including raising the fed- with someone who also kicks people off com- tives who forced Boehner out immediately McCarthy’s comments on Benghazi, publicly Republicans of all ideologies, especially hard- eral borrowing limit to avoid a market-shatter- mittees for their votes,” sniped Rep. Thomas questioned whether his leadership would be calling on McCarthy to apologize for “a total line conservatives, are plainly dissatisfied with ing default, and paying the bills to keep the Massie, R-Ky., who is backing another candi- any different. Their concerns were compound- mischaracterization” of the committee’s work. their choices for the leadership jobs with public government running. date, Rep. Daniel Webster, R-Fla. ed when, a day after announcing his candidacy He’s now converting that sentiment into a approval of Congress at rock bottom and vot- Rep. Jason Chaffetz of Utah, the brash 48- That raises the prospect of more unrest - for speaker, McCarthy boasted that the House challenge against McCarthy for speaker, ers demanding results in challenges to year-old chairman of the high-profile House and potentially even more candidates - before Benghazi committee can take credit for Hillary according to three Republican aides with President Barack Obama. — AP US to review Colorado prisons for Guantanamo detainees

DENVER: A team from the US Defense the detainees has also been difficult Department will visit both a state and a because the transfers cannot be approved federal prison in Colorado to assess their unless officials believe the detainees will possible use for housing detainees from not return to terrorism or the battlefield Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, senior US officials upon release and that there is a host coun- said Friday. try willing to take them and guarantee they The visit comes as the Obama adminis- will secure them. tration struggles to shut down the Legislation moving through Congress Guantanamo detention center and find a would retain and, in some cases, increase location within the US to house its current restrictions on transferring detainees. Within the next two weeks, the detainees out of the U.S. military prison at team will visit the Colorado State Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. The bill continues Penitentiary in Canon City and a medium- to ban the transfer of detainees to the security federal prison in Florence, officials United States or construction to house said. them on U.S. soil. It also calls on the White The Pentagon team also has surveyed House to send Congress a plan on how it the Disciplinary Barracks at Fort plans to close the facility and handle future Leavenworth, Kansas, and the Naval detainees. Consolidated Brig in Charleston, South Colorado’s Supermax, dubbed “Alcatraz Carolina. The reviews assess construction of the Rockies,” already houses terrorists. costs and other changes needed to house The prison’s 420 or so inhabitants include the detainees and conduct military com- Zacarias Moussaoui, the only person con- mission trials. victed in civilian court of the September 11 In Colorado, the medium-security facili- attacks, and Ramzi Yousef, mastermind of This image made from footage taken from Russian Defense Ministry official website on Friday, shows another attack made from a fighter jet in ty is on the same grounds as the maxi- the 1993 World Trade Center bombing. The Syria. The Russian Defense Ministry says its aircraft have carried out 18 sorties in Syria in the past 24 hours, including 10 overnight in which sev- mum-security prison known as Supermax. Boston Marathon bomber, Dzhokhar en sites were bombed. — AP It would need upgrades, said Cmdr. Gary Tsarnaev, was transferred to Supermax in Ross, a Pentagon spokesman. July. “These efforts are consistent with our The state prison, located about 10 miles Russia launches new wave commitment to working with Congress to from the federal complex, has been vacant close Guantanamo, and are intended to since 2012. The state shuttered the all-soli- help inform Congress of how we can meet tary-confinement prison because of declin- this goal and what it will cost,” Ross said. ing prison population. of air raids in Syria Closing the Guantanamo Bay detention Colorado’s congressional Republicans center has been a top priority for President quickly vowed to fight the transfer. “I call Barack Obama, but the effort has faced on the Obama Administration to immedi- Airstrikes kill 39 civilians and 14 militants hurdles, including staunch opposition ately halt any consideration of this irre- among both Republicans and Democrats in sponsible idea,” said Republican Sen. Cory DAMASCUS: Russian warplanes have IS command posts, ammunition store- central and northwestern Syria, strategic Sheikhoun. Both activists said that the Congress. There are 114 detainees current- Gardner. Colorado’s Democratic Gov. John attacked the Islamic State group and oth- houses and weapons-production facto- regions that are the gateway to army has informed residents of Kfar ly in the detention center, and 53 are eligi- Hickenlooper was more measured. A er insurgents in central and northern ries. “Our intelligence has determined President Bashar Assad’s strongholds in Nabboudeh through mediators that no ble for transfer. The remaining 61 have spokeswoman said Hickenlooper “wants to Syria with a wave of new airstrikes, Syrian that the militants are leaving the areas the capital, Damascus, and along the one in the village will be harmed unless been deemed too dangerous to release to have a full understanding of the costs, risk and Russian military officials said yester- they control. Panic and desertion have Mediterranean coast. they attack government forces. another country. Finding countries to take and impacts for Colorado.” — AP day as an activist group said Russia’s air begun in their ranks,” Kartapolov said in a Russia says it is targeting the IS group “There is intense shelling on the areas raids have killed 39 civilians over the briefing transcript posted on the Defense and al-Qaida’s Syrian affiliate, but at least in preparation for a ground offensive,” al- three past days. Ministry’s Facebook page. “We will not some of the strikes appear to have hit Ahmad, who is in contact with activists The new airstrikes came as residents only continue attacks by our airplanes, Western-backed rebel factions. on the ground, said via Skype. He added of Syria’s central regions fear the Russians but will increase their intensity.” that many people fled from the two Suicide attack in are paving the way for a ground offen- In Damascus, an unnamed Syrian mil- Hundreds flee homes rebel-held areas toward northern regions sive by the government on several towns itary official was quoted by state TV as Later yesterday the Britain-based close to the Turkish border. in the central province of Hama and the saying that the “concentrated and pre- Syrian Observatory for Human Rights Kanaan said the Russians warplanes Baghdad kills 13 northwestern region of Idlib - where the cise” airstrikes destroyed a command said warplanes believed to be Russian have “massive destruction strength.” He Syrian army suffered major setbacks over center in the central town of Latamneh attacked the central town of Hobeit in added that militants in the southern the past months, activists said. in Hama province and targeted positions Idlib province. Idlib and northern Hama are getting BAGHDAD: Bomb blasts killed at least bomb. He said initial reports were of 13 Russian military spokesman Maj.- in the northwestern areas of Jisr al- The air raid came as hundreds of peo- prepared to fight against troops once 13 people in one of Baghdad’s main killed and 37 wounded. A source at the Gen. Igor Konashenkov said the war- Shughour and Maaret al-Numan. ple fled their homes in areas near Hobeit the offensive begins. The Observatory’s Shiite neighbourhoods yesterday when nearby Kadhimiyah hospital confirmed planes flew 20 missions in Syria over Konashenkov said equipment and fearing a ground offensive by govern- chief Rami Abdurrahman said the first three suicide attackers tried to break the casualty toll. Adan square has been the past day, hitting nine IS targets. He weapons storage facilities were ment forces, activists said. three days of Russian airstrikes on Syria through a checkpoint, security officials repeatedly hit by attacks. More than 20 said an IS command post and a destroyed in a strike near Jisr al- Turkey-based activists Mohammed have killed 39 civilians and 14 militants said. people died in a suicide bomb blast there weapons storage bunker were Shughour and an ammunition depot Kanaan and Ahmad al-Ahmad said the without saying whether the fighters “Three suicide bombers tried to cross in February. The Islamic State jihadist destroyed in the area of Raqqa, the was destroyed in Maaret al-Numan. army has informed residents of the near- included IS members. the checkpoint at Adan square” in the group, which has controlled swathes of extremists’ de facto capital. The IS group has no presence in the by village of Kfar Nabboudeh, that The Observatory said that Russian Kadhimiyah neighbourhood, Baghdad Iraq since last year, claims responsibility Col.-Gen. Andrei Kartapolov, a top northwestern province of Idlib, which agreed to a truce with government warplanes struck a hospital in the Operations Command spokesman Saad for most such attacks but there was no official in the Russian military’s general includes Jisr al-Shughour and Maaret al- forces months ago, that troops want to mountains of the coastal province of Maan said in a statement. immediate claim for Saturday’s twin staff, said Russian pilots had flown more Numan. The Russian airstrikes that pass through the village on their way to Latakia causing damage but no casual- The attack took place at around 5:30 blasts. than 60 sorties since Sept. 30, targeting began Wednesday have mainly targeted the rebel-held areas of Hobeit and Khan ties. — AP pm (1430 GMT) on Adan square, one of According to figures released by the the main access points for the Shiite United Nations Mission in Iraq on shrine of Kadhimiyah, which attracts Thursday, “a total of 717 Iraqis were killed many visitors on Saturdays. and another 1,216 were injured in acts of 10 Palestinians wounded as Saad Maan said the security forces at terrorism, violence and armed conflict in the checkpoint engaged the attackers September 2015.” and shot dead one of the bombers by the The Baghdad governorate alone nearby railway while the other two blew accounted for 257 of the total deaths. The Israel hunts settlers’ killers themselves up. UN says its figures only account for the A police colonel said that one of the casualties that can be verified and are NABLUS: Ten Palestinians were Palestinians after Thursday’s shooting, from the nearby settlement of Yitzhar, 35-year-old man was shot in the leg by explosions was caused by a suicide car likely far below reality. —‚ AFP wounded by Israeli fire in the West the Israeli army said it had deployed which is known as a bastion of extrem- settlers near Bethlehem, and police Bank yesterday during a raid by troops “four battalions in order to prevent an ists, threw stones at the Palestinians said settlers had stoned a number of hunting the murderers of a Jewish set- escalation of violence in the area adja- who responded in the same way. cars and set fire to olive trees. tler couple, Palestinian police and med- cent to the location of the attack”. Israeli soldiers caught between both And in the Palestinian village of ical sources said. Meanwhile, sporadic clashes erupt- sides were seen firing tear gas in the Beitillu, assailants torched a car and Palestinians protesting against the ed between Palestinians and a dozen direction of the Palestinians. No spray-painted “Revenge Henkin” in raid in the territory’s main northern city settlers on Saturday afternoon near wounded were initially reported. Hebrew on a wall, the army said, of Nablus hurled stones at soldiers, Burin village outside Nablus. Settlers Palestinian news agency Wafa said a adding that nobody was hurt. — AFP who responded with rubber bullets, tear gas and live ammunition, the sources said. The Palestinian Red Crescent said “10 people were wounded by live rounds to the legs or stomach,” and “four others were wounded in beat- ings” by security forces. Tensions have soared in the West Bank since the settler couple were shot dead in their car in front of their four children on Thursday evening. Rabbi Eitam Henkin and his wife Naama, both in the 30s, were buried in Jerusalem on Friday. Israel has launched a huge man- hunt for the gunmen, and deployed troop reinforcements to maintain order following revenge attacks by settlers. Palestinian police said Saturday’s vio- lence began when “dozens of Israeli soldiers in military vehicles” entered an eastern neighbourhood of Nablus, one of the largest cities in the West Bank. ARBIL: Iraqi Kurdish women react as the bodies of Kurdish migrants, who died “They arrested eight people and conducted searches, entering proper- strangled in a lorry in Austria, arrive at the airport in Arbil, the capital of the ties by force and causing damage,” the autonomous Kurdish region of northern Iraq, yesterday. A lorry carrying 59 police said. An Israeli military spokes- NABLUS: Israeli soldiers patrol a street, east of the West Bank city of Nablus yesterday, as they search for men, eight women and four children, who are believed to have suffocated up woman said she was unable to com- the suspected Palestinian killers of a Jewish settler couple. Hundreds of Israeli troops searched the West to two days before the vehicle’s discovery, was found on the side of the A4 ment on the raid. Apprehensive of ris- Bank for the suspected Palestinian killers of Rabbi Eitam Henkin and his wife Naama shot in front of their motorway near Vienna on August 29, 2015. — AFP ing tensions between settlers and young children, the army said. — AFP SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2015 INTERNATIONAL Clashes after Mexico City massacre protest ‘Dead had been shot in the back’

MEXICO CITY: Masked protesters clashed to repression and civil society groups say the Executions federal police had shot dead unarmed charging a group of soldiers with mur- with riot police in Mexico City on Friday after official death toll of about 40 was in fact Mexico is living through a human rights cri- people. “There’s evidence and indications der, over a clash with alleged gang thousands of people marched to commemo- much higher. sis characterized by forced disappearances, and other information that call the offi- members that killed 22, after having ini- rate the 47th anniversary of a student mas- An international human rights body on executions, torture and impunity, the IACHR cial version into question,” Cavallaro said. tially rejected the suggestion of foul sacre. Three people were arrested in the Friday called for Mexico to investigate a clash said, after a five-day visit to the country. Last year, prosecutors ended up play. — Agemcies hour-long violence in Zocalo square during between security forces and alleged gang In response to the IACHR findings, Roberto which about 300 self-styled “anarchists” members that killed 43 people, citing testi- Campa, the deputy interior minister responsi- lobbed stones and firebombs at police guard- mony suggesting it had included extrajudi- ble for human rights, said a report based on a ing the National Palace, who responded by cial killings by the state. short trip looking into particular cases could firing tear gas. In May, authorities said 42 suspected not reflect the general situation in the country. The clashes triggered calls for restraint members of the Jalisco New Generation A spokesman for the federal police declined from organizers of the rally, which drew more Cartel had been killed in a three-hour gun- to answer questions about the case, which than 15,000 people, mostly students. fight near the small town of Tanhuato, Mexico’s National Human Rights Commission Separately, there was a similar protest in Michoacan, with one federal police officer said in May it would look at. Tanhuato was a the city of Oaxaca, in the south of Mexico, also killed. two-way fight, the government has previously where local authorities said 52 masked Reports later said some of the dead had said. youths were arrested for offenses including been shot in the back, while families said Another incident this year should also be vandalizing shops and banks. some victims showed signs of torture. “The probed for possible extrajudicial executions, The march marked the anniversary of a testimonies...at least suggest that there were Cavallaro said. In January, the government 1968 massacre of students by the army in the extrajudicial executions, and there should be said 16 people, mostly members of armed vig- Tlatelolco neighborhood in the capital in the an investigation,” said James Cavallaro, vice ilante groups battling drug cartels, were killed lead-up to the Olympics in Mexico City. president of the Inter-American Commission in crossfire in the western city of Apatzingan. The students had been demanding an end on Human Rights (IACHR). But media investigations later suggested

MEXICO CITY: A group of masked and self-declared “anarchists” clash with the federal police at Zocalo square in Mexico City after a demonstra- tion to commemorate the 47th anniversary of a 1968 massacre of students by the army at Tlatelolco neighbourhood. — AFP SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2015 INTERNATIONAL Milosevic allies in power with new look, 15 years on

BELGRADE: When jubilant crowds stormed leader of the Otpor (Resistance) movement ployed Belgrader having lunch in the autumn seen as a pro-Western reformer. A landmark Balkans specialist at the University of Graz in Belgrade’s parliament 15 years ago and ousted that galvanised the uprising. “I felt so proud of sun in Pionirski Park, opposite the parliament deal reached with Kosovo and the treatment of Austria. Serbian strongman Slobodan Milosevic, few millions of my fellow citizens ready to risk their where she took part in the historic protests. “I migrants passing through Serbia under his He questioned whether Serbian institutions could have imagined that his allies would be in lives.” feel some disappointment,” she added. watch have won plaudits. “I think that national- were able to withhold authoritarian pressure, power today-and firmly backing European Despite the elation of many over Milosevic’s ism as the predominant ideology of the ‘dark saying no leaders since Milosevic have been integration. downfall, a decade-and-a-half later Serbia is A different path nineties’ has been swept out,” said Popovic. “institution builders”. Monday marks the anniversary of the over- run by a clutch of his former ultra-nationalist The uprising was orchestrated by the He said the three overall aims of the move- In addition, close links between business, throw of the late president, whose 13-year iron sidekicks-but in the totally different guise of Democratic Opposition of Serbia, a coalition of ment at the time were winning freedom, “stop- politics and organised crime under the late rule stoked brutal ethnic conflict and mass pro-European reformists. Prime Minister 19 parties against Milosevic, but it struggled to ping wars, and being good neighbours”, and strongman’s rule “created power structures that murder in the former Yugoslavia, resulting in Aleksandar Vucic, elected last year, served as fulfil high hopes in a deeply troubled country. becoming a member of the European Union. persisted until today”, Bieber said. international isolation and the crippling of the information minister under Milosevic, and has a A blow to reform was the assassination in “It seems that those three groups of ideas Serbia has moved far from the pariah status Serbian economy. murky past of fiery far-right speeches during 2003 of Zoran Djindjic-then prime minister and have become not only mainstream, but that it endured in the 1990s, but the economic chal- After Milosevic refused to admit defeat in a the 1990s drive for a Greater Serbia “cleansed” a leading light of the post-Milosevic era. they eventually won.” lenges remain stark. Youth unemployment has September 2000 election, Serbs took to the of Croats and Muslims. Vucic’s predecessor and Milosevic himself died in 2006 at The Hague, been around 50 percent in recent years, the streets for two weeks, culminating on October now deputy premier Ivica Dacic was Milosevic’s where he was on trial for war crimes. Although ‘Creeping authoritarianism’ average monthly salary is less than 400 euros 5, 2000, when hundreds of thousands stormed spokesman, known as “Little Sloba”, while cur- his dark shadow may seem to loom large over While Vucic and his colleagues have clearly ($450), and foreign investment is much need- the state media building and the federal parlia- rent President Tomislav Nikolic is another for- the current crop of leaders, they had to take a changed tack, some remain sceptical about ed. The country will also have to wait at least ment. The largely nonviolent uprising forced mer ultra-nationalist who was a minister while very different path to get elected. While Serbia whether their transformations are genuine, or five years to join the EU. While the capital Milosevic to resign a day later. NATO bombs fell on Belgrade during the war is not yet an EU member, negotiations on its superficial attempts to win and maintain pow- Belgrade itself is bustling and increasingly pop- “It felt incredible, because before that day with Kosovo. accession were opened in January 2014, and er. “We see the erosion of media freedoms, a ular with visitors, youngsters expressed con- we thought David can beat Goliath only in leg- “I really didn’t expect them to still be in poli- are widely supported. Vucic has expressed certain degree of authoritarianism creeping cern over their prospects and the pace of end-or ‘Lord Of The Rings’,” said Srdja Popovic, a tics,” said 35-year-old Aleksandra, a unem- remorse for his past actions and is keen to be into system gradually,” said Florian Bieber, a change. — AFP

Ukraine warring sides announce arms withdrawal

KIEV: Warring sides in Ukraine yesterday Minsk in February. Rebels from the self-pro- began withdrawing tanks and smaller claimed Lugansk People’s Republic announced weapons from a buffer zone in the war-torn earlier Saturday that they had already started east a day after the leaders of France and pulling back their tanks. “People’s militia of the Germany met Vladimir Putin for peace talks. Lugansk People’s Republic has begun a with- The announcement of the beginning of the drawal of tanks from the line of contact in small-weapons withdrawal came after accordance with the Minsk deal,” said the offi- Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko voiced cial news agency of the rebel region. cautious optimism over the future of a peace The deal will take more than 40 days to deal but said the war was not over. implement and see each side’s mortar shells “There is a truce,” he told reporters after and rockets with a calibre of less than 100 mil- more than four hours of talks in Paris. “The war limetres moved 15 kilometres (nine miles) will be over when the last patch of Ukrainian away from the so-called line of contact. Rebels land is liberated. As long as there is occupied from the self-proclaimed Donetsk People’s territory the war is not over.” Republic said they would wait however to see Both government forces and rebels from if the ceasefire holds. the self-proclaimed Lugansk People’s Republic “This will be after the 18th on condition said yestereday that the withdrawal of tanks that everything is quiet,” a senior separatist and smaller weapons would begin imminently. commander, Eduard Basurin, told local But their fellow rebels from the neighbour- reporters. ing Donetsk People’s Republic said they would “It is up to the OSCE, which is a guarantor, follow suit after October 18 if the ceasefire to determine the time.” holds. ABUJA: Soldiers gather at the site of a bomb explosion in Abuja, Nigeria, yesterday. Multiple bombs detonated in “This work has started this morning,” Sticking points remain two locations killing at least 18 people, the National Emergency Management Agency said Saturday, although no Ukrainian military spokesman Andriy Lysenko Ukraine’s Poroshenko met Friday with the group has claimed responsibility the attack has attributes of others by Boko Haram, the home-grown Islamic extrem- told reporters, adding that the actual pullback leaders of Russia, France and Germany in Paris ist group. — AP would begin Saturday afternoon. in the latest push to end a conflict that has “We expect the same from the militants claimed more than 8,000 lives since April 2014. who rushed to say that some tank column had Over the past few weeks fighting has all but already begun moving. But no one knows stopped but even if small weapons are with- where it is heading.” drawn, a number of other sticking points 18 killed, 41 injured remain, including first and foremost rival elec- Tanks pulled back in Lugansk tions planned by Kiev and the rebel regions. Moscow-backed rebels and government After the Paris French President Francois forces had this week agreed to withdraw tanks Hollande and German Chancellor Angela in blasts near Abuja as well as light weapons from a buffer zone Merkel said the leaders had agreed that rebel beginning Saturday to shore up the brittle votes planned on October 18 and November 1 ceasefire. could not go ahead. “We don’t want elections The pullback builds on a Western-backed to take place in eastern Ukraine that do not Bomb blasts carried out by two suicide bombers peace deal agreed in the Belarussian capital respect the Minsk deal,” Hollande said. — AFP

ABUJA: Two explosions that ripped through the out- said the Inspector-General of Police, Solomon Arase, 22 people were killed in a blast at a popular shopping skirts of Nigeria’s capital Abuja have left at least 18 had ordered massive stop-and-search activities in the centre in the heart of the capital. Boko Haram later people dead and 41 wounded, the National city and advised residents not to panic. “Following the claimed the attack and a separate strike later that day Emergency Management Agency said yesterday. “The incidents the police high command ordered an imme- in the Apapa port district of the financial capital, death toll is now 18 because three people died in the diate deployment of police explosives ordnance dis- Lagos. The Abuja blasts came a day after at least 10 hospitals this morning while 41 others were injured posal units to the scenes to prevent further destruc- people were killed when four suicide bombers blew and are receiving treatment in the hospitals,” NEMA tions,” it said. themselves up Maiduguri, the restive capital of Borno spokesman Sani Datti told AFP. state and 11 villagers died in neighbouring Adamawa The agency had earlier given a death toll of 15 and Vigilant state. The bombings underscored the persistent 41 wounded following the blasts late on Friday near It urged Nigerians to be vigilant and report any threat posed by the Islamist militants, despite claims police station in Kuje and at a bus stop in Nyanya, in suspicious persons or objects to the security agencies. of military successes in recent weeks in driving them an area previously targeted by the Boko Haram The police chief vowed to work with other security out of captured territory, arrests and mass surrenders. Islamist group. Datti told AFP a rescue operation end- agencies to rid the country of extremism, adding that Since losing most of the territory it took over earlier ed Friday night. “We have completed evacuation of “Nigeria will not accommodate terrorists’ acts.” this year, Boko Haram has reverted to hitting soft tar- the victims. What is left now is to allow the special Kuje, near Abuja’s airport, is some 40 kilometres gets like markets, bus stations and places of worship anti-bomb unit of the police to do their job. They are (24 miles) from the city centre and seat of govern- as well as hit-and-run attacks on villages in the north- combing the scenes for fragments of explosives for ment. Its prison has been reported to be holding east. An AFP tally puts the death toll at more than their investigation,” he said. He said the entire area dozens of Boko Haram prisoners captured by troops. 1,260 since President Muhammadu Buhari took office had been cordoned off. The police said yesterday the The same bus station in Nyanya was hit twice last year. on May 29 with a pledge to crush the insurgency. bombings were the handiwork of suicide bombers. The first attack, on April 14 2014, left at least 75 dead Buhari has given his top commanders until early “Preliminary investigations revealed the bomb and was claimed by the Islamists; the second, on May November to end the fighting, which has claimed at blasts were carried out by two suicide bombers-a 1, left at least 16 dead. least 17,000 lives and made more than 2.5 million male and a female,” the police said in a statement. It Abuja was last attacked on June 25 last year, when homeless since 2009. — AFP ROME: Father Krysztof Olaf Charamsa (L), who works for a Vatican office, gives a press conference with his partner Edouard to reveal his homosexuality yestertday in Rome. The priest said he wanted to challenge what he termed the Church’s “paranoia” with regard to sexual minorities, claiming the Catholic Germany fetes 25 years of unity clergy was largely made up of intensely homophobic homosexuals. — AFP with call for refugee welcome Vatican fury as priest comes out on eve of bishops meet BERLIN: Germany yesterday celebrated 25 years critics at home and abroad for her willing acceptance newcomers within the EU. Some countries have resis- since its joyful reunification, with its leaders urging of the burden on Europe. Merkel on Saturday said the ted Berlin’s bid for the mantle of European leadership, the nation to muster the same strength and solidarity migrant crisis represented an epochal test for the however, with Hungary’s hardline Prime Minister VATICAN CITY: The Vatican reacted furiously yes- know that most of them will not have the to face a record refugee influx. European Union. Viktor Orban even accusing Merkel of “moral imperi- terday after a priest employed as a senior official courage to make the gesture I have made today.” The silver anniversary of the day communist East “Twenty-five years on, we are facing great chal- alism”. publicly declared his homosexuality on the eve of “To my Church, I want to say that I reject and I Germany and the capitalist West reunited as one lenges with the issue of refugees,” she told reporters Gauck expressed understanding for the fears of a synod of bishops that is due to touch on the denounce the current atmosphere of exasperat- country comes with Europe’s top economy standing in Frankfurt. “Now too, we Germans will not be able eastern European countries that do not have experi- divisive issue of the Church’s relationship to gay ing homophobia. Open your eyes to the suffering at a crossroads. Chancellor Angela Merkel and to solve the problem on our own but only with ence in integrating foreigners, unlike that acquired believers. of gay people, to their desire for love.” President Joachim Gauck, both of whom grew up Europe, with a fair division of the burden, and with over generations in the west. In a statement, a spokesman for Pope Francis under communism, attended ceremonies in the busi- the rest of the world.” “We have seen that the change in attitudes said Polish priest Krzystof Charamsa’s action had Media impact ness capital Frankfurt with the resonant slogan She said earlier in her weekly podcast that this toward refugees and immigrants can only come been “very serious and irresponsible”, and that he Charamsa, 43, timed his announcement for “Overcoming Borders”. In the keynote speech, Gauck must include a range of measures including a pan- through a long, and also contentious, learning would be automatically kicked out of his post as a maximum media impact, coming as it did on the focused on the refugee crisis and called on Germans European effort to protect external borders, develop- process,” he said. “This recognition should make it theologian in the Vatican. eve of a synod that is the second and final round to recapture the same can-do spirit that gripped the ment aid and conflict resolution in the refugees’ easier to respect the experiences of other Flanked by his Catalan boyfriend and sporting of a review of Catholic teaching on the family. country in the heady months between the fall of the countries of origin, and smoother distribution of nations.” —AFP his priest’s collar, Charamsa told a news confer- Although the issue of homosexuality forms Berlin Wall and the remarriage of east and west. ence in Rome he had been compelled to speak only a tiny part of the synod’s agenda, it has dom- “Today we celebrate the courage and self-confi- out against the hypocrisy and paranoia that he inated the run-up to the three-week meeting and dence of that time. Let us use this memory as a says shapes the Church’s attitude to sexual become a lightning rod for a broader debate bridge,” said Gauck, who was a dissident pastor in minorities. between reformists and conservatives in the East Germany. While appearing resigned to the fact that his Church. “In 1990 too, there was the legitimate question: life as a priest is over, he said: “I’m out of the closet It was the timing of Charamsa’s action rather ‘Are we up to this challenge?’ Then too, there was no and I’m very happy about that.” Visibly moved at than the substance of what he said that infuriated example from history to follow. And nevertheless, times but always smiling, the 43-year-old added his superiors. In its statement, the Vatican said millions of people took on the national task of unifi- in Italian: “I want to be an advocate for all sexual “the decision to make such a pointed statement cation and made Germany into a country that was minorities and their families who have suffered in on the eve of the opening of the Synod appears more than the sum of its parts.” silence.” very serious and irresponsible, since it aims to In an indication that Charamsa had planned subject the Synod assembly to undue media Epochal test the move for some time, he presented a 10-point pressure.” “Msgr. Charamsa will certainly be Merkel, who will mark 10 years in power in “liberation manifesto” against “institutionalised unable to continue to carry out his previous work November, is grappling with the arrival this year of up homophobia in the Church”, which he said partic- in (Vatican body) the Congregation for the to one million people fleeing war and hardship. ularly oppressed the gay men who, according to Doctrine of the Faith and the Pontifical universi- Buoyed by a robust economy and job market, voters him, make up the majority of priests. ties, while the other aspects of his situation shall have largely backed her policy of extending help. He also revealed plans for a book about his 12 remain the competence of his diocesan Ordinary Volunteers have greeted hundreds of thousands with years at the heart of a Vatican bureaucracy only (local bishop).” open arms and mountains of donated essentials in just recovering from a scandal under previous Catholic attitudes to sexuality were already moving scenes that Merkel has said made her “proud FRANKFURT: Hesse’s state Governor Volker Bouffier, German Chancellor Angela Merkel, President pope Benedict XVI over the influence of a “gay making headlines this weekend after the Vatican of this country”. Joachim Gauck, his partner Daniela Schadt and President of the German Parliament Bundestag lobby” among senior clergy. confirmed that Francis had hugged an old gay However as the numbers have grown, Merkel’s Norbert Lammert, from left, attend a ceremony marking the 25th anniversary of the German “I dedicate my coming out to all gay priests,” friend and met his partner during his recent visit popularity has slipped as she comes under fire from Unification in the ‘Alte Oper’ in Frankfurt, Germany, yesterday. — AP Charamsa said. “I wish them happiness even if I to the United States. — AFP SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2015 INTERNATIONAL

Pakistan army chief say would not allow even a shadow of Daesh

LONDON: Pakistan Army chief General unless they were brought back to the negoti- Raheel Sharif has said that his country wold ating table. “This reconciliation in Afghanistan not allow “even a shadow” of Islamic State is very important. If we do not do it in the and termed the group a greater threat than proper manner and the Afghan Taleban splin- Al-Qaeda. ter, they would go for a bigger name and that “As far as Daesh (Islamic State) is con- is Daesh,” Sharif said. cerned, in Pakistan, even a shadow of Daesh Pakistan, which supported the Taleban would not be allowed,” Sharif said in an during the 1990s, has blown hot and cold address to The Royal United Services Institute over the insurgency while contending it was for Defence and Security Studies in London working to bring about Afghan reconcilia- on Friday. tion. In May, the Islamic State militant group Islamabad organized the first set of direct claimed the killings of at least 43 members of peace talks between the Taleban and the the Shiite Ismaili minority in Pakistan’s south- Afghan government in July. But another ern port city of Karachi. Leaflets backing IS round scheduled around later that month jihadists have been seen recently in parts of was stalled following the announcement of northwest Pakistan and pro-IS slogans have the death of Taleban founder Mullah Omar. appeared on walls in several cities. General Sharif launched operation “Zarb- “There are people in Islamabad who want e-Azb” in June 2014 in a bid to wipe out mili- to show their allegiance to Daesh. So it’s a tant bases in the North Waziristan tribal area very dangerous phenomenon,” Sharif said. and so bring an end to the bloody decade- Sharif said dealing with the extremist group long Islamist insurgency that has cost was set to become an ever greater challenge Pakistan thousands of lives. than the Al-Qaeda network behind 9/11 The army intensified its offensive after last attacks in the United States. year’s Peshawar school attack which killed “I feel the future challenge is Daesh. It’s a 151 since when there has been a lull in vio- RANGPUR: Bangladeshi security officers stand by the site where a Japanese Kunio Hoshi was killed at Mahiganj village in Rangpuristrict, d 300 bigger name. Al-Qaeda was a name but lence. The last major attack in the city came in kilometers (185 miles) north of Dhaka, Bangladesh, yesterday. Masked assailants riding a motorbike shot and killed the Japanese man in north- Daesh is now a bigger name,” Sharif said. February when three heavily armed Taliban ern Bangladesh yesterday, police said, the second foreigner in a week to be gunned down in the South Asian country. Hoshi had started a farm in The General, popular for taking on mili- militants stormed a Shiite mosque, killing 21 Rangpur, about 300 kilometers (185 miles) north of Dhaka, to produce grass. — AP tants from northwestern Pakistani tribal areas people. bordering Afghanistan to criminal gangs in Overall levels of violence have dropped Karachi, emphasised the reconciliation dramatically this year, with 2015 on course for between Afghan Taleban and the Afghan the fewest deaths among civilian and security Japanese national shot dead in government. He expressed his fear the forces since 2007 — the year the Pakistani Taliban could seek an alliance with Daesh Taleban umbrella group was formed. — AFP Bangladesh days after ‘IS attack’ ‘Second killing in a week’

DHAKA: A Japanese citizen was shot dead by “The aim of the murder of innocent people in to Rangpur Medical College morgue. Police have gunmen in a northern Bangladesh town yester- this way is to make an attempt to create instabil- not yet identified any motive for the murder. day, police said, days after an Italian aid worker ity in the country,” Kamal added as he vowed to The attack came less than a week after an was murdered in an attack claimed by the bring the killers to book. Kunio was a frequent Italian aid worker was shot dead near the capi- Islamic State group. visitor to Bangladesh and worked on a farming tal’s diplomatic zone. The government has Police said the victim, whom they named as project in Rangpur, about 300 kilometres (180 sought to calm escalating security fears in the Hoshi Kunio, aged 66, was riding in a rickshaw miles) north of the capital Dhaka, police said. country after the attack was claimed by the when he was shot dead in Kaunia town in Islamic State group, describing it as an “isolated Rangpur district at about 10:30 am local time ‘Isolated incident’ incident”. (0430 GMT). “Two of the assailants shot him twice in the International schools closed temporarily and “He was travelling to the town from Rangpur chest with pistols while the other waited with Western embassies restricted their diplomats’ city, where he had been living for a while, on a the motorbike ready to flee,” local police chief movements, while Australia’s cricket team can- cycle rickshaw when his vehicle was stopped by Rezaul Karim said, adding four people had been celled a planned tour of the country over securi- three men riding on a motorcycle,” deputy police interrogated over the murder but none had ty concerns. chief of Rangpur, Saifur Rahman, told AFP. been arrested. United States envoy in Bangladesh Marcia The Bangladesh government sought to allay Kunio’s landlord Jakaria Bala told Bengali dai- Bernicat said she was “deeply saddened” and concerns over the safety of foreign nationals in ly Prothom Alo that the victim had leased a demanded swift action. the country after the second killing in a week, piece of land in a village near the Kaunia town to “I urge the Government of Bangladesh to saying it was taking both murders “very seri- grow grass for cattle. A Japanese embassy investigate every aspect of this crime and to ously”. spokesman in Dhaka told AFP that they were bring the perpetrators to justice as soon as pos- HUNHAMA: Indian Border Security Force (BSF) recruits take part in a passing out Home Minister Asaduzzaman Kamal said the seeking more information regarding the sible,” she said in a statement. Bangladesh prides parade in Humhama on the outskirts of Srinagar yesterday. Some 338 new killings of the two foreigners appeared to be deceased. itself on being a mainly moderate Muslim coun- recruits were inducted into the force. Several groups have for decades battled linked. “We see both the killings are similar. (In “According to the information we got from try. But the gruesome killings of a series of athe- hundreds of thousands of Indian troops deployed in the region, for independence both the incidents,) three killers came on motor- the law enforcement agencies, it appears to indi- ist bloggers this year have rocked the nation and or a merger of the territory with Pakistan. The conflict has left tens of thousands, cyles and (they) fired shots from behind with cate that he was a Japanese who is in his 60s,” sparked a crackdown on local hardline Islamist mostly civilians, dead. — AFP pistols,” he said. Takeshi Matsunaga told AFP. His body was taken groups. — AFP Nepalis adapt to fuel shortage by carpooling

KATHMANDU: India’s unofficial blockade of the constitution divides Nepal country into people complained of higher prices. “I have Nepal has put a crunch on this Himalayan seven new states, with some borders slicing to cook for a festival and all I get is rotten kingdom, with cars lining up for miles through their ancestral homeland in the onions. It has become too expensive around gasoline stations, schools shutting southern plains. Madhesis, along with several because of the blockade,” said Dinesh down, vegetables in short supply and taxis other small ethnic groups, also want the Maharjan, a bus driver who was shopping. charging four times the normal fare. states to be larger and be given more auton- Vegetable vendor Bekha Bahadur But Nepalis, whose lives were upended omy over local matters. Prajapati said people are now buying locally by a massive earthquake just a few months For months as Nepalese lawmakers were produced vegetables like spinach or spring ago, know how to cope. In response to the debating the draft constitution, these areas onions. Many schools have also closed fuel shortage, people are riding bikes to witnessed violent protests by Madhesis dur- because there is no fuel to run the buses. work, coordinating carpools on Facebook ing which at least 45 people were killed. Some of them plan to run online classes for and offering lifts to strangers. Hours after the constitution was passed, the teachers and students. “At last, her big smile with her son made violence escalated. Only a few trucks with Airport authorities in Nepal have also my day,” Garima Sapkota, who offered a ride supplies, including fuel and cooking gas, instructed foreign airlines to fuel up before to a woman who was late to pick up her son, tricked through this past week. coming to Kathmandu or to stop at a city on wrote on the Facebook page Carpool At the vegetable market in the suburban the route because there is not much aviation Kathmandu, where hundreds of people have Kathmandu neighborhood of Lagankhel, fuel in stock. —AFP offered free rides, using the hashtags #offer and #ask. While cars have dwindled on the streets, bicycle traffic and sales have increased in Kathmandu, Nepal’s capital. “I left my motorcycle at home because I have no fuel,” said Hari Gopal Shrestha, an electrician who had peddled 5 kilometers (3 miles) to get to his client’s house. “It is very tiring and difficult, but I have to other option.” Long lines of vehi- cles snaked around gasoline sta- tions in Kathmandu amid fuel restrictions imposed by the gov- ernment. Earlier in the week, the government announced that only vehicles for transport would get a rationed amount, while pri- vate vehicles would have to wait.

Shortages “I can drive only about 70 kilometers (44 miles) with what I get. How can I make a living with that?” said taxi driver Bharat Prasad Nepal, who had been waiting in line for 27 hours. The shortages, which extend to fresh produce and medicine, come after Indian trucks carrying goods stopped at the border. Nepal obtains most of its fuel and other vital supplies from India. Many Nepalis believe that India has been retaliating against their government since Sept. 20, when it approved a new consti- tution seen by New Delhi as dis- criminatory to an ethnic Indian community - the Madhesi - living in Nepal’s border districts. Indian officials deny there is a blockade and say drivers are afraid to enter Nepal. Nepalese authorities say there is no trou- ble at many cross-border check- points. Madhesis are upset that SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2015 INTERNATIONAL Indonesian police reject Rohingya sex assault claims

BANDA ACEH: Indonesian police yester- arrived as migrants by boat. The women “We still have not learned the reason favoured destination for many of the been languishing in the camp since they day rejected allegations several Rohingya had been with three children and two why they claimed to have been raped region’s migrants. came ashore in May. women were sexually assaulted by local men. and sexually assaulted because we are Migrants are allowed to venture out- The regional migrant crisis erupted ear- men outside a migrant camp in Aceh Lhokseumawe police chief Anang still concerned with their psychological side the camp but only to nearby vil- lier this year when a Thai crackdown on province. Four Rohingya women, aged Triarsono said the medical examinations state as refugees,” Triansono told AFP yes- lages. If they want to go further afield the lucrative smuggling industry prompt- from 14 to 28, had said they were sexual- performed on three of the Rohingya terday. they must obtain permission from the ed traffickers to abandon their human car- ly assaulted by a group of men on women found no trace of sexual assault. Triansono said the police suspected authorities. go of Bangladeshi and Rohingya migrants Monday evening shortly after sneaking The fourth woman was not examined the women made the false claim after Hundreds of Rohingya, a Muslim at sea. Aceh, a staunchly Islamic province, away from the camp, housing members because she later admitted she had not they were caught trying to leave the group which has long suffered persecu- has generally been welcoming to the of the Myanmar minority who had been sexually assaulted. camp for neighbouring Malaysia, the tion in Buddhist majority Myanmar, have Muslim Rohingya. —AFP Australia shooting ‘an act of terrorism’: PM ‘It was a cold-blooded murder, targeting NSW Police Service’

SYDNEY: Australian Prime Minister at police headquarters with a gun 15-year-old boy. Scipione said police were aware Malcolm Turnbull said yesterday above his head, he was yelling “And it underlines the impor- they could be targeted. that a Sydney attack in which a 15- something and dressed in a black tance of families, communities, In September 2014, Melbourne year-old gunman shot dead a civil- robe,” one witness told Sydney’s leaders being very aware of police shot dead a “known terror ian police employee appeared to Daily Telegraph. whether young people are becom- suspect” who stabbed two officers, have been an act of terrorism. Turnbull called on Australians to ing radicalised,” he said. Andrew just one day after the Islamic State Police said the teen, who they go about their lives as usual as they Scipione, the police commissioner group called for Muslims to indis- did not name, was shot dead in an begin a long weekend in which two for the state of New South Wales, of criminately kill Australians. exchange of fire with officers after major sporting finals will be held in which Sydney is the capital, told And in December, Iranian-born he killed finance worker Curtis Sydney and Melbourne. “This reporters that investigators were a self-styled cleric Man Haron Monis and two hostages were killed fol- lowing a 17-hour siege at a central Sydney cafe. Scipione said early indications were that the boy was acting alone, and police had no warning of any attack. He said they were not sure whether Cheng was targeted simply because he had left the police building. “We may never know that. But he was certainly targeted in terms of the shooting. It was a direct DHARMSALA: Exile Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama gets into a car shooting,” he said. New South Wales outside the Kangra Airport in Dharmsala, India, yesterday. The Dalai Lama state Premier Mike Baird said he has assured his followers that he is in excellent health upon his return to the believed that the lives of others Tibetan government-in-exile’s headquarters in northern India. — AP had been saved by the quick actions of police at the scene. “There’s no doubt that this Dalai Lama brushes tragedy will echo around the world, as people try and understand how someone so young could commit off health fears such a hideous crime,” Baird said, adding that his first reaction to the event had been of shock. But he DHARAMSALA: The Dalai Lama said he was hospitalised in Mumbai in 2002 with an added: “We cannot let actions such was in “excellent” health yesterday after doc- infection. as this divide us. We cannot let hate tors told him to scrap a tour of the United Concerns about the impact of his heavy overtake us. We have to come States as he returned to his home in north- workload also led him to step down as the together.” ern India. The 80-year-old Tibetan spiritual political head of the exiled Tibetan leader- Australia, like other countries leader walked unaided from his plane after ship in 2011. The Dalai Lama fled across the around the world, has been grap- it landed at Dharamsala airport and spoke Himalayas to India in 1959 in the aftermath pling with the complex issue of the with a small group of followers who had of a failed uprising among Tibetans to SYDNEY: A fireman hoses down the scene where a 15-year-old gunman shot dead a civilian radicalisation of young people and gathered to welcome him back, before Chinese rule. Although he insists he does police employee the previous day, before being gunned down by police, in Sydney yesterday. Turnbull said it was important to telling reporters that there was no cause for not seek independence for Tibet, China Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull said yesterday that the attack in Sydney appeared understand the critical importance concern. regards him as a “splittist” and takes a dim to have been an act of terrorism. —AFP of collaboration with the Muslim “I’m okay,” he said in brief comments. “I view of any governments who agree to community. went for check-up, then basically excellent.” meet the Dalai Lama. Cheng at close range outside the appears to have been an act of “long way” from establishing what “We must not vilify or blame the He said that he had received some “advice” Many observers believe that China is con- New South Wales force’s headquar- politically motivated violence so at exactly prompted the attack, entire Muslim community with the from his doctors but gave no further details. fident that the Tibetan movement will lose ters in western Sydney on Friday. this stage it appears to have been adding that the boy had no crimi- actions of what is, in truth, a very, The exiled Buddhist leader, who maintains a much of its potency and global appeal Reports said that the youth, who an act of terrorism. It is a shocking nal history. very small percentage of violent punishing schedule, had been due to when the charismatic Dalai Lama dies. The police said was of Iraqi-Kurdish crime,” the prime minister said in extremist individuals,” the prime embark on a tour of the US when doctors Dalai Lama has also increasingly spoken of background and had been born in Melbourne. No warning minister said. told him to rest. He then checked in to the succession and has not ruled out picking his Iran, had been shouting religious “It was a cold-blooded murder, Australia has stepped up its “The Muslim community are our prestigious Mayo Clinic in Rochester, reincarnation before his death, fearing that slogans before shooting Cheng in targeting the New South Wales efforts in countering the risk of absolutely necessary partners in Minnesota, according to CNN. China would instead pick its own boy whom the back of the head. Police Service. It was doubly shock- extremist attacks, lifting its terror combating this type of violent The Nobel laureate had been due to it would use to advance its agenda. “I saw him pacing up and down ing because it was perpetrated by a threat alert to high a year ago, and extremism.” —AFP receive the prestigious Liberty medal in His stance has led Chinese communist Philadelphia in recognition of his cam- rulers, who are officially atheist, to insist that paigning work on human rights. Although the Dalai Lama can only reincarnate after his Indonesia search underway for missing plane he has been in generally good health, he death. —AFP

JAKARTA: An air and ground search was Indonesia. The DHC-6 Twin Otter plane lost Transportation Ministry spokesman Julius underway yesterday for a small passenger contact with air traffic controllers 11 minutes Barata. No distress signal was received. The Former Singapore detainee plane that went missing with 10 people on after taking off in good weather Friday from plane, owned by the private Aviastar board during a domestic flight in eastern Masamba in South Sulawesi province, said Mandiri airline, was headed for Makassar, nominated for Nobel Prize the provincial capital. It was carrying three crew members and seven passengers, SINGAPORE: Singapore dissidents said yes- determined man with stubborn if misguided including three children, Barata said. terday they had nominated the city state’s convictions” who had refused to give up Four aircraft were deployed to search for longest-held political prisoner for the Nobel even after the collapse of communism the missing plane, said Petrus Budi Peace Prize to highlight his role in the fight worldwide. Prasetyo, commercial general manager for for greater political freedom. “His detention, in spite of Western media the airline. In a symbolic announcement nearly sev- pressure, served to discourage other com- “We have dispatched a Twin Otter and a en months after the death for former prime munist cadres from achieving their cause helicopter to comb the area, along with an minister Lee Kuan Yew, activists said they aircraft each from the military and police,” hoped the nomination of his old foe Chia Petrus said. “But we have not yet received Thye Poh would open the door for a any information from the scene.” reassessment of Singapore’s history and the Aside from the aerial search, more than role dissidents played. Bangkok University professor James 160 personnel, including 120 soldiers, were Gomez said he nominated Chia in January deployed for a ground search, said Henry and had been given confirmation it had Bambang Soelistyo, who heads Indonesia’s been received and registered. The Nobel National Search and Rescue Agency. selection committee traditionally does not Soelistyo said the search for the plane disclose the names of nominees. was focusing on a 15-mile (24-kilometer) However, speculation has mounted that radius from where it last made contact. this year’s award-to be announced on Ahmad Munir, head of the airport authority October 9 — could go to German Chancellor in Makassar, said satellite data showed the Angela Merkel for her leadership during aircraft’s last known position was about 32 Europe’s migrant crisis. kilometers (20 miles) from Masamba. Chia, 74, was arrested for anti-govern- The 1981 Canadian-made plane joined ment activities in 1966 under the ruling Aviastar last January and underwent its People’s Action Party (PAP) led by Lee, who most recent maintenance on Sept. 15, jailed political opponents during his 31-year SINGAPORE: This file photograph Petrus said. Indonesia, a sprawling archipel- rule ending in 1990. taken on November 27, 1998 shows ago nation of about 250 million people, has Chia was imprisoned for 23 years under longtime Singapore political pris- been plagued by transportation accidents the Internal Security Act (ISA) which allows oner, Chia Thye Poh, standing at in recent years, including plane and train for detention without trial, and media reports say much of his detention was in solitary con- the side of a basketball court near MAKASSAR: Military personnel walk past a Twin Otter plane similar to the one that is crashes and ferry sinkings. It is one of Asia’s his home in Singapore. —AFP most rapidly expanding airline markets, but finement. Chia, a former physics teacher, was reported missing on Friday, at Sultan Hasanuddin airport in Makassar, South released in 1989 and placed under house is struggling to obtain qualified pilots, Sulawesi, Indonesia, yesterday. An air and ground search is underway yesterday for a arrest on the island of Sentosa just off the under cover of exercising their democratic small passenger plane that went missing with 10 people on board during a domestic mechanics, air traffic controllers and mod- mainland for nine more years until all restric- rights. They were formidable opponents. We flight in eastern Indonesia. —AP ern airport technology. —AP tions on him were lifted in 1998. had to be as resolute and unyielding to this Activists note that Chia’s total 32 years in contest of wills,” Lee wrote. detention was longer than the 27 years’ Activists said the nomination is filled with imprisonment suffered by Nelson Mandela, symbolism. Chia “has over the years been a China orders tighter mail security after bombings the former South African president who won source of inspiration for those who have tak- the Nobel Peace Prize in 1993. en the hard road of speaking up for political BEIJING: China’s postal service is ordering tion with police will also be required. ernment buildings. Wei was believed to have and other freedoms in Singapore-a road still tighter checks on packages following a series The order follows a series of 18 explosions been killed in one of the blasts. Source of inspiration fraught with difficulties and challenges,” uni- Lee, who died in March this year at the versity professor Gomez said in his letter of of mail bombings that killed 10 people and in the southern region of Guangxi on China tightly restricts the use of firearms, age of 91, had accused Chia and other dissi- nomination. injured 51. Wednesday and Thursday blamed on a 33- making bombs the frequent weapon of dents of being communists trying to over- Tan Jee Say, an opposition politician who Mail carriers and overnight delivery servic- year-old man, Wei Yinyong, who had long- choice in revenge attacks. The number of throw the government. Chia, who was never first mooted the idea of the nomination, said es must conduct additional checks for explo- standing disputes with neighbors and compa- bombs used in the Guangxi attacks appeared charged with any crime, was not present at he hoped it will shed fresh light on a chapter sives, dangerous chemicals, weapons, gun- nies involved in stone quarrying. unprecedented, however, especially consider- the announcement of his nomination. in Singapore’s history he claimed has been powder and poisons, the State Post Bureau The explosions hit a hospital, markets, a ing that they all were delivered within the sin- In his memoirs, Lee described Chia as “a left out in the national narrative. —AFP said on its website Saturday. Closer coopera- shopping mall, a bus station and several gov- gle small county of Liucheng. —AP NEWS SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2015

A cyclist passes through bands of reflected sunlight on Stephen Ave in Calgary, Alberta on Friday. — AP UAE holds controlled vote for federal council

DUBAI: The United Arab Emirates held a tightly controlled saw a 74-percent turnout among the 6,689 Emiratis eligible soon after polls close. But even with widening the voter pool brought to the fore, which should not be overlooked by the election yesterday for its largely advisory Federal National to vote. But when the pool widened to 129,274 voters in this year, the question remains: How many people will show new” council, an editorial in the Gulf News daily newspaper Council, with only a portion of Emiratis eligible to cast ballots. 2011, it saw only 36,277 cast ballots - a 28-percent turnout. up at the country’s 36 polling stations? Abdulkhaleq said yesterday. “Today’s immediate priority is for all voters The 40-member council considers federal laws and provides This year, 224,279 voters will be able to take part. It’s not Abdullah, a professor of political science at Emirates who have not yet done so to make their way to the polls. ... By oversight of government ministries for the seven-state feder- clear how many Emiratis there are in the UAE, though the University, said he hoped for a high turnout, but believed doing so, they will be taking part in an important political ation that includes oil-rich Abu Dhabi and the commercial United Nations suggests they represent a little under 20 per- many of the voters likely didn’t even know they were part of process of the country that has delivered unprecedented hub of Dubai. The council rarely opposes the decisions or rec- cent of the country’s more than 9 million people. The huge the electoral college. prosperity and political stability.” ommendations of the country’s ruling sheikhs. foreign worker population, including white-collar employees While government officials allowed for overseas voting The Emirates has weathered low oil prices, the global Up until 2006, the sheikhs picked all the members of the and construction site laborers, hasn’t advocated to take part this year and heavily promoted the election, Abdullah said a recession and other economic challenges. There have been council. Now, they pick half of its 40 members, while the oth- in the political process, content with earning tax-free wages. lack of real issues discussed in the campaign and the limited few if any public signs of discontent, even after the 2011 Arab er half are voted in by an electoral college comprised of Voting had been scheduled to end at 8 pm yesterday, but power of the council could further dampen turnout. “To say, Spring uprisings. The killing of 52 soldiers fighting in the members selected by the rulers. In 2006, the first election authorities later extended it to 9 pm Results are expected ‘Go and vote and this vote means you’re voting for the Saudi-led war in Yemen in September prompted an outpour- Emirates,’ and then you end up with 70 percent of the people ing of patriotism and support for the Emirates’ rulers. It not voting for the Emirates, that’s going to be bad,” Abdullah marked the deadliest day for the Emirati military since the said Friday. founding of the federation in 1971 and many began flying First Iran hajj dead flown home State-financed newspapers ran a slew of stories about the the nation’s red, green, black and white flag to honor those election, profiling voters who said they worried about unem- killed. “The government has a huge reservoir of trust (from) Continued from Page 1 Rouhani called for a fact-finding commission into the ployment or wanted expanded health care coverage. Away the people,” Abdullah said. “It’s a government that has deliv- disaster as all Islamic countries deserved to know the from Dubai and Abu Dhabi’s gleaming skyscrapers, those liv- ered very substantial achievements over the past 40 years “We hope with Saudi cooperation, we can find the cause. Saudi authorities have yet to provide a break- ing in poorer emirates want better roads, schools and eco- and people trust the government and trust the way things bodies of these victims which might be among the down of the nationalities of the 769 pilgrims they say nomic opportunities. “A startling variety of issues have been are. They don’t want anything to tamper with it.” — AP corpses from other countries,” Hassan Hashemi told the died, but many countries have provided their own indi- official IRNA news agency. Iranian families face a further vidual tolls. Tallies of the dead from foreign officials and delay in receiving their loved ones for burial as DNA media from 24 countries put the dead at 1,036, well in testing has been deemed necessary. “The ID tags on the excess of the Saudi figure. With many more pilgrims still Filipina, Syrian held in Riyadh over bomb... coffins do not match the victims’ identities and the listed as missing, Iranian officials say the real death toll Continued from Page 1 The Filipina was named by the official Saudi Press existing lists in Mehrabad Airport,” the ISNA news is between 2,000 and 4,000, and many of the dead have Agency as Lady Gioi Aban Bali Nang and was said to agency cited an unnamed official as saying. yet to be identified. turning the house they shared in the Fayhaa district have gone missing from her employer 15 months ago. The tragedy will be marked with memorial cere- It took a week before Iran was able to confirm 464 of its of the Saudi capital into a bomb factory, the ministry She was said to be wearing a suicide vest at the time monies in Tehran and in provincial capitals today. nationals had died as officials spent days scouring Saudi spokesman said. Barazi is also accused of having a sec- of her arrest. After the house had been made safe, Khamenei, Iran’s supreme guide, demanded on hospitals for the missing without success. It is the highest ond house in Riyadh, which he ran as a safe house for police recovered two explosives belts, 10 containers Wednesday that Saudi Arabia apologize to the bereaved confirmed death toll among foreign nationalities by far. militants on the run. The house in the Jazirah district of bomb-making materials and two firearms, the min- and to the world’s Muslims. “The slightest disrespect Egypt has 126 dead and 110 missing, and Indonesia has was also raided, but nothing was found there. He was istry said. Asked on state television whether Barazi towards tens of thousands of Iranian pilgrims in Makkah 91 dead. While Iran has been vocal, official reaction else- detained in a police ambush in the capital on was suspected of links to the Islamic State, the and Madinah and not fulfilling their obligation to trans- where in the Muslim world has been more restrained, Wednesday, the spokesman said. Police then raided the spokesman said authorities “did not yet have suffi- fer holy bodies will have Iran’s tough and fierce reac- although survivors and bereaved families have criticized suspected bomb factory which they found had been cient evidence to make any direct connection with tion,” he said. safety measures in place at the hajj. — AFP booby-trapped. this terrorist group”. — Agencies SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2015 ANALYSIS

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urkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan meets EU leaders tomorrow but they will find it hard to Tbridge gaps on the migrant crisis and the Syrian war that has produced so many of the refugees they must both deal with, analysts say. Russian air strikes in Syria have upped the ante in a conflict which has destabilised a region in which Ankara plays a pivotal role, with Turkey taking around two million refugees from Syria. Erdogan faces crunch elections on Nov 1 and analysts say he will want some solid signs of progress to take home without giving ground in his America’s endless gun control debate implacable campaign against Kurdish rebels. For the European Union, the focus will be on getting By Sebastien Blanc 2012, according to Everytown for Gun Safety. Turkey to do more to halt the flow of migrants making Each shooting reopens the wounds for past the dangerous crossing to Greece, with more than ince America’s latest school carnage the victims. “The hardest part is knowing it could Guns a way of life in US 500,000 having made it to Europe’s shores this year. debate on gun control has flared anew, as have been prevented,” said Yvonne Crasso, Against this complex backdrop, analysts say Erdogan Severy time a mass shooting rocks the who lost her sister to gun violence in 2012. “At and his hosts, EU President Donald Tusk and European nation. The arguments are well-rehearsed, the this point everyone has blood on their hands,” college massacre town Commission head Jean-Claude Juncker, will be looking rival positions seemingly irreconcilable. she told AFP. “Sending our thoughts and to strike a delicate balance between two sides who President Barack Obama has led renewed calls prayers are not enough. We as Americans need By Veronique Dupont laws adopted by Obama’s administration. And he is have little option but to work together. for a comprehensive reform in the wake of the to be held accountable for inaction and for not alone. Clearly angry, the gun store boss “In this massive exodus, driven by the Syrian con- community college shooting in Oregon, but continuously voting for members of Congress uns, jewelry and guitars may not immedi- denounced Obama’s attempts at gun control as gun control advocates doubt the status quo will who do not support common-sense legisla- flict and now added to by the Russian military inter- ately seem the most obvious items to sell “totally stupid”. To his mind, the massacre could shift an inch. “Any expectation of real change in tion.” vention which makes people feel things can only get Gtogether in one shop. But such is the way of have been prevented if weapons had been allowed the foreseeable future is just wishful thinking,” Andy Parker, the father of a journalist shot life in Roseburg, Oregon, where a 26-year-old gun- for security at the school or given to teachers who worse, Turkey and the EU are in the same boat,” said said Jimmy Taylor, a sociologist at Ohio during a live broadcast in Virginia, blamed Marc Pierini of the Carnegie Europe think-tank in man killed nine people on Thursday at a communi- were properly trained to use them. “You’re not University and author of “American Gun the National Rifle Association for blocking ty college in the latest armed massacre which has allowed to have a gun at the school,” he told AFP, Brussels. “It is destabilising for them and it is destabil- Culture.” “reasonable safeguards” which could prevent revived debate in the United States about stiffer saying the killer “knew nobody at the school had a ising for the EU,” Pierini told AFP. On one side of the debate are gun rights “senseless tragedies” in a scathing op-ed gun controls. A day later, the store was doing a brisk gun”. “Do you think all these guys since Obama activists who invoke the Second Amendment to published in USA Today Friday. Experts say trade with men and women of all ages mooching became president would have gone to a school ‘Something New and Special’ the US Constitution to oppose any attempt to the gun rights organization has a lock on the about, some with revolvers visible on their belts. and shot everybody if they knew every teacher had Tomorrow’s talks will be yet another attempt to restrict access to guns or to control where they debate because its members are simply more “The state of Oregon and Douglas County (a gun)?” “reset” ties between Brussels and a leader it has can be taken. Their argument hinges on two key vocal and motivated than the so-called silent (home to Roseburg) is a very high gun-concentrat- repeatedly criticised for human rights issues. Harsh premises: no law can prevent criminals or the majority of Americans who support some ed area,” said Dave, the store boss, an imposing fig- ‘Mental Health Issue’ words have been spoken recently, with Erdogan mentally unstable from getting their hands on a level of gun control. ure who declined to give his family name. Asked Many in Roseburg agree. Seated in a cafÈ just accusing the EU of turning the Mediterranean into a gun or opening fire; faced with these real “The president was right to point out that what the norm was for gun-holders in this rural minutes from the scene of Thursday’s attack, Rick “cemetery” after global outrage erupted over pictures threats, law-abiding citizens need guns to pro- many gun owners do not support the stances area, he told AFP that some people might have just Wilkinson agrees that if everyone carried a gun, the of Aylan Kurdi, a drowned Syrian Kurdish toddler tect themselves. On the other side are the out- of the National Rifle Association, but those the one weapon, while others might have as many killings would never have happened. And he has no whose body was washed up on a Turkish beach. The raged gun control advocates, who have lost that do are the ones that write letters, show as 50. There are at least five other places in the town time for government meddling. “It’s a ploy to dis- Turkish leader took a softer tone this week, telling par- hope of passing meaningful national reform up at protests, and all the rest,” Stephen to buy guns, he said. Some people use them to arm us, that’s all that is,” he said. “Obama doesn’t liament he wanted to open a “new page” and saying through the Republican-controlled Congress. Saideman, a professor at Carleton University hunt in the forests, others collect them and still oth- give a crap about what goes on out here, he’d like Ankara still wanted to join the European Union Instead, they are focusing their fire on state in Ottawa, wrote in his blog. At the heart of ers use them for target practice. to see all the guns gone, then they’ve got total con- despite Brussels effectively closing the doors to all and local governments in the hopes of attaining the matter is what Joan Burbick, a professor at During a press conference on Friday, Douglas trol.” more limited goals. One battle has been push- Washington State University, describes as the newcomers until 2020. Sheriff John Hanlin appeared unsurprised that the At a nearby table, Stephanie Longtin said stiffer ing for universal background checks prior to nation’s “hard-wired belief in guns”. “I do not “We are carrying on with our efforts for full mem- Umpqua Community College killer possessed an gun control might not make much of a difference. “I gun purchases, a measure recently adopted in think that many Americans want change,” the arsenal of weapons - officials said they had recov- agree it may help some but I don’t see how you bership of the EU as we struggle to find solutions to Oregon along with 18 of the 50 US states. author of “Gun Show Nation” told AFP. “Every the problems we are facing in our region,” Erdogan ered 13 weapons belonging to the gunman, includ- would stop it at this point,” she said. “There are way Elsewhere, the measure has remained out of mass shooting only reinforces their belief that ing six at the school. “This is a hunting state and too many guns out there that are not registered told parliament Thursday. One answer to the migrant reach despite having support from a vast major- the world is a dangerous place and that their firearms are popular in most households,” he said. and I think people can get guns right now any- crisis is more aid for Turkey, and EU leaders agreed at ity of Americans. As for major reform, even with gun protects them from these dangers. They where they want.” Roseburg Mayor Larry Rich advo- an emergency migrant summit last week to offer just a major push from the president, there are sim- believe the gun is necessary.” ‘Gun Control NOT the Answer’ cates a more holistic approach, including better that to Ankara as well as other countries in the region. ply too many legislative and legal hurdles to There are however some long-term demo- Since the shooting, Hanlin has come under the treatment for those with mental health problems. But the EU believes Ankara could do more to tackle passing significant gun controls, Taylor told AFP. graphic trends which point to a shift in atti- spotlight as a staunch opponent of gun control The pro-gun lobby often says it is the failure to help what it says is some 30,000 people smugglers in Meanwhile, the sheer number of firearms tudes and the waning power of the gun rights who bluntly made his views clear in a letter to Vice people who are mentally disturbed that is a large Turkey. already in circulation in the country — 270 mil- lobby, said Gregg Carter, a professor at Bryant President Joe Biden in Jan 2013. His letter was writ- part of the problem, not the guns they wield. It also wants to set up “hotspots” for registering lion-and the number of people with undetect- University in Rhode Island who has written ten just weeks after another mass shooting at “Let’s look at our gun control legislation, but asylum seekers on Turkish soil, but Prime Minister ed or badly-treated mental illnesses, would several books about guns in American society. Sandy Hook Elementary school in Connecticut that also let’s look at the reality of those who need men- Ahmet Davutoglu recently ruled that out. However seem to make it impossible to prevent mass Gun rights activists tend to be white left 20 children dead. “Gun control is NOT the tal help. What are we doing to provide that?” he Erdogan, who last visited Brussels in 2014, is looking shootings, he added. Republicans while women, immigrants and answer to preventing heinous crimes like school said. Much of it was about people seeking atten- for new ways of tackling the problem. “Erdogan wants people of color tend to be more likely to sup- shootings,” Hanlin wrote, reacting to efforts by tion, he said. “They see what happens to the shoot- some new agreement on assistance for the refugees, ‘Hard-Wired Belief’ port both Democrats and gun controls: And President Barack Obama’s administration to pass er, he gets his life story printed all over the newspa- something new and special, not something coming The carnage in Roseburg, Oregon was the their numbers are growing. And while gun gun control legislation. per so you have people thinking, ‘I need that atten- out of existing aid for Turkey,” said Ian Lesser, director 45th school shooting this year and the 142nd sales have been very strong for the past two Hanlin told the vice president that as sheriff, he tion,’ so they want to be copycats,” he told AFP. “I of the German Marshall Fund think-tank in Brussels. since the massacre at Sandy Hook elementary decades, the overall rate of gun ownership is and his deputies would not enforce any gun control think it’s time to put a stop to that.” —AFP school claimed the lives of 20 small children in actually down, he added. —AFP ‘Safe Zone’ and Kurdish Issue The Turkish president in particular pushed hard during a recent visit by Tusk on plans for a “safe zone” Dozens of deaths likely from VW dodge for civilians in northern Syria. In Brussels the suspicion is that this is less about people fleeing for their lives By Seth Borenstein Pollution Costs nearly 1,300 tons of nitrogen oxides to cause one death. Using and more about Turkey’s political strategy in the Experts calculate how much pollution costs society by looking that calculation and AP’s emission totals, the total death figures region - particularly its campaign against the out- olkswagen’s pollution-control chicanery has not just been at the value of lost lives. In this case, Adams and other said the lost over the past seven years range from 12 to 69, slightly lower than lawed Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK). While the EU victimless tinkering, killing between five and 20 people in lives - valued at $8.6 million apiece - overwhelm other costs such the AP calculations. The AP ran its calculations and results by deems the PKK a terrorist organisation, it was disap- Vthe United States annually in recent years, according to an as lost work days or hospital costs. The overall annual cost of the more than a dozen experts in emissions, risk and public health. pointed to see Erdogan focus his attention on the Associated Press statistical and computer analysis. The software extra pollutants from the VW diesels ranged from $40 million to They all confirmed the calculations and results seemed right. One Kurds rather than the Islamic State group, despite say- that the company admitted using to get around government $170 million, environmental engineering professors calculated. scientist had even done a statistical analysis on his own and came emissions limits allowed VWs to spew enough pollution to kill “Even the small increase in NOx from VW diesel emissions is likely independently to the same conclusion. The experts were mostly ing he would launch air strikes on both after a bloody somewhere between 16 and 94 deaths over seven years, with the to have worsened pollution along the roadways where they have university professors or from research institutes. They were not bomb attack near the Syrian border in July. annual count increasing more recently as more of the diesels traveled, and affected the lives of hundreds of thousands of peo- environmental advocates or representatives of auto companies. That torpedoed a 2013 truce between Turkey and were on the road. The total cost has been well over $100 million. ple,” said Dan Greenbaum, president of the Health Effects Institute the Kurds that the EU would like to see restored. “He is That’s just in the United States. It’s likely far deadlier and cost- in Boston. Assumptions going to have some explaining to do on this,” said lier in Europe, where more VW diesels were sold, engineers said. “To say millions of people of people are breathing poor air as But engineers caution that these figures come with many Lesser of the German Marshall Fund. “Turkey is once Scientists and experts said the death toll in Europe could be as the result of that is not off the mark,” said Greenbaum, who runs caveats and are ballpark estimates. They rely on many assump- again looking for support but the EU and the United high as hundreds each year, though they caution that it is hard to the institute that is funded by both the EPA and the auto industry tions and a range of potential emissions per car. Air pollution States are dismayed by how the fight against IS has take American health and air quality computer models and trans- to serve as an independent arbiter of the science. impacts on people are usually calculated on a local level because turned into a fight against the PKK.” —AFP late them to a more densely populated Europe. Representatives of VW did not respond to AP request for com- that’s where it is felt, and it changes from place to place. But these “Statistically, we can’t point out who died because of this poli- ment. These calculations should be put in context of air that is calculations were broadened to a national level, which adds cy, but some people have died or likely died as a result of this,” getting dramatically cleaner in the United States, experts said. more uncertainty. The computer simulation that made the death said Carnegie Mellon environmental engineer professor Peter Also, the deaths from extra pollution are dwarfed by the 35,000 calculations use conservative medical studies as their baseline. All articles appearing on these Adams. He calculates the cost of air pollution with a sophisticated people in the U.S. a year who die in auto accidents and are closer Other epidemiological studies would more than double the computer model that he and the AP used in its analysis. to the annual US death toll of spider or snake bites. deaths and health costs, said Adams and model co-creator pages are the personal opinion of Computer software allowed VW diesel cars to spew between 10 The AP calculated how much pollution was spewed year by Jinhyok Heo of Cornell University. the writers. Kuwait Times takes no to 40 times more nitrogen oxides (NOx) than allowed by regula- year, starting with that broad 10 times to 40 times emissions level Chris Frey, an engineering professor at North Carolina State responsibility for views expressed tion, making this “clearly a concern for air quality and public estimate from the EPA, then factoring in mileage and car number University, has been testing the VW diesels in real world condi- therein. Kuwait Times invites read- health,” said Janet McCabe, acting air quality chief for the US totals from EPA, the car company and Kelley Blue Book. The tions, driving more than 100 miles with monitors in the car Environmental Protection Agency. results show an upper and lower limit of extra nitrogen oxides tailpipes. He found pollution 10 times higher than the federal ers to voice their opinions. Please Nitrogen oxides mostly form smog - that murky, dirty air that pollution allowed by VW’s subterfuge. The AP took those figures standard, and noticed that the worst pollution came as he got on send submissions via email to: opin- makes it hard to see and for some people to breathe - but also to scientists who previously created a sophisticated computer to highways and in stop-and-go traffic. Those less desirable areas [email protected] or via snail amplify a deadlier, larger problem: tiny particles of soot. program that looks at air movement and numerous epidemio- are where poorer people live, Adams and Greenbaum said. Numerous medical studies show those tiny particles cause about logical studies on the health effects of pollutants. The result was a Since 2008, VW sold more than 10 million VW diesel cars in mail to PO Box 1301 Safat, Kuwait. 50,000 deaths a year in the United States, mostly from heart rough estimate on deaths and costs to society based on a certain Europe, compared with less than half a million in the United The editor reserves the right to edit problems. Nitrogen oxides can travel hundreds of miles, so pollu- amount of pollution triggering each death. States. In Europe, the population is more densely packed in any submission as necessary. tion spewed in Pittsburgh can be felt on the East Coast, Adams The EPA has its own open source computer model that calcu- urban areas, making them more vulnerable to added air pollu- said. lates death and social costs of emissions, roughly finding it takes tion, several experts said. —AP SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2015 SPORTS

Real’s Bale and Ramos fit Former cricketer Kline dies McIlroy aims to improve MELBOURNE: Former Australian test cricketer Lindsay Kline has LONDON: The form shown by Jordan Spieth and Jason Day this season has MADRID: Real Madrid’s Gareth Bale and Sergio Ramos are fit to return for today’s given Rory McIlroy the hunger to improve his golf game and make up for a derby at Atletico Madrid but James Rodriguez has been ruled out, coach Rafa died at the age of 81. Kline is best known as the man who faced the last ball of the first tied Test, between Australia and the West “lost year”, the Northern Irishman said on Friday. Benitez said. Atletico are likely to provide Benitez with his strongest test to date as Four-times major winner McIlroy has dropped from first to third in the boss at Real. Although Diego Simeone’s side have not hit top form, they have the Indies in 1960. A left-arm wrist spinner, Kline played 13 test match- es between 1957-61, capturing 34 wickets at an average of 22.82. world behind number two Day and the top-ranked Spieth. Spieth and Day quality to cause problems for Real and will be highly motivated with local brag- have both pulled off a string of victories this year, with the American land- ging rights at stake. He took a hat-trick in just his second test, against South Africa in ing the U.S. Masters, U.S. Open and FedExCup playoff crowns and the Real’s 4-0 defeat by Atletico at the Calderon last season played a signifi- Cape Town in January, 1958. “Throughout his cricket career, he was Australian winning the U.S. PGA Championship. “It’s motivating cant part in their decision to ditch former coach Carlo Ancelotti and involved in some extraordinary moments that have become part to see what these guys are doing,” McIlroy told the BBC. bring in Benitez, who is considered to be more of a disciplinarian. of the rich history of our great game,” Cricket Australia chief “You want to go out and work harder, you want to hit more Benitez hoped to have players back from the treatment room for the Executive James Sutherland said in a statement. balls and try to keep getting better. It has definitely given me crunch game and was handed a boost with the returns of Bale and “It has been a very sad year for Australian cricket with the pass- that sense of hunger again.” Ramos, but Rodriguez has suffered a setback in his recovery from a The 26-year-old Northern Irishman ruptured ankle ligaments thigh injury. “Both (Bale and Ramos) have been passed fit but it is ing of a number of treasured members of our community includ- ing Richie Benaud, Arthur Morris and now Lindsay Kline.” in July playing a friendly game of football with his friends. another thing to have the necessary rhythm to play and so while I The injury meant he missed the British Open at St have seen them train well, we will make a decision on them Australia needed just one run to win the opening test against the West Indies in 1960 when Kline flicked a ball to square leg. His Andrews and led McIlroy to describe 2015 as a “lost tomorrow,” the coach said. “I have spoken with Gareth and he is year”. fine. Footballers always have the hope of playing and we will batting partner Ian Meckiff set off from the non-striker’s end in a “I only missed one major but it was probably the have to consider the situation... desperate dash for the single but was run out when West Indian biggest one you could miss,” he said. “I, for sure, won’t “He (Rodriguez) has a knock and pain in the same area as fieldsman Joe Solomon hit the stumps with a direct throw, ensur- be playing any football in the middle of the season before. On Thursday in training he had problems again so he ing test cricket’s first tied Test. —Reuters again.—Reuters will not make this match.”—Reuters Blue Jays rally past Rays

ST. PETERSBURG: Troy Tulowitzki doubled The Astros have won five of six and held and singled in his return to the Toronto their one-game edge over the Los Angeles lineup after missing three weeks with Angels for the second AL wild-card spot. injuries as the American League East cham- Houston trails West leader Texas by two pion Blue Jays rallied past the Tampa Bay games with two to play. Rays 8-4 Friday night. Tulowitzki went 2 for Keuchel (20-8) gave up two runs on six 5 and scored a run. hits in six innings, becoming the Astros’ Edwin Encarnacion and Russell Martin first 20-game winner since Roy Oswalt homered for the Blue Jays, who started the went 20-12 in 2005. day tied with Kansas City in the race for the Carlos Correa hit a solo homer and AL’s best record and home-field advantage bases-loaded triple. George Springer, throughout the postseason. Colby Rasmus and Luis Valbuena homered Mark Buehrle (15-7) gave up four runs as Houston surpassed its previous high of and six hits in 6 2/3 innings. He is two 19 runs set twice, most recently against innings away from reaching 200 for the Pittsburgh in 1999. Ruby De La Rosa (14-9) 15th consecutive season. Tampa Bay lasted three innings. starter Erasmo Ramirez allowed four runs and 10 hits over 5 1/3 innings. Enny CUBS 6, BREWERS 1 Romero (0-2) took the loss. Jake Arrieta struck out seven batters in six strong innings as Chicago tried to keep ANGELS 2, RANGERS 1 up with Pittsburgh in the race to host the Mike Trout hit a leadoff triple in the NL wild card game. ninth inning and scored off Albert Pujols’ Anthony Rizzo had two hits and three tiebreaking single, helping wild card-con- RBIs, including a solo homer into the Cubs’ tending Los Angeles keep Texas from bullpen in right in the fourth off Ariel Pena clinching the AL West title. (2-1). Arrieta (22-6) allowed two singles in Rangers closer Shawn Tolleson (6-4) his final tuneup before the postseason. His appeared in his fourth consecutive game. ERA dropped to 1.77. Trout hit the second pitch deep into the His next start will likely come against right-center gap, then slid headfirst into Pittsburgh in the NL wild card game. third base before emphatically pumping Entering Friday, the Pirates held a two- his right arm toward his teammates in the game lead on the Cubs in the race to host dugout. the game with three games left in the reg- Pujols followed with a soft single to left ular season. The Pirates were tied with the field on the next pitch. Texas went into Reds in extra innings when the Cubs game Friday already assured a playoff spot, but ended. able to secure the division title with a win over the Angels or a loss by second-place INDIANS 6, RED SOX 2 Houston. Josh Tomlin pitched into the seventh ST. PETERSBURG: Toronto Blue Jays second baseman Ryan Goins (left) forces Tampa Bay Rays’ Brandon Guyer at second base and relays inning and Carlos Santana drove in three the throw to first in time to turn a double play on Evan Longoria during the first inning. —AP ROYALS 3, TWINS 1 runs with a bases-loaded double, leading Ben Zobrist put a major dent in Cleveland over Boston. inning homer while giving up five hits and streak to 13 games. The Pirates (97-63) der struck out three and walked two. Minnesota’s postseason bid with an RBI Tomlin (7-2) made one mistake - a two- striking out seven to end his season with maintained a two-game lead over the double in the eighth inning against strug- run homer by David Ortiz in the fourth - in 274. Entering play Friday, Sale led the Chicago Cubs for home-field advantage ATHLETICS 4, MARINERS 2 gling All-Star Glen Perkins as Kansas City 6 1/3 innings. The right-hander struck out American League in strikeouts and was Wednesday night in the NL wild-card Danny Valencia hit a two-run homer in topped the Twins. five and allowed five hits. second in the majors behind only Los game. Pittsburgh can ensure the game is at the eighth inning, lifting Oakland past Perkins, hampered by neck and back Santana’s double off Henry Owens (4-4) Angeles Dodgers ace Clayton Kershaw PNC Park with a win in either of its two Seattle. Josh Reddick opened the eighth trouble that led to him losing the closer highlighted a four-run third inning. Chris (294). remaining games or one Cubs loss in with a single off reliever Danny Farquhar role, spoiled a stellar start by Ervin Santana Johnson added an RBI single, giving Milwaukee. (1-8). Valencia, who had three hits, fol- (7-5) with a first-pitch fastball that Zobrist Cleveland a 4-0 lead. Jerry Sands, who hit a BRAVES 4, CARDINALS 0 Andrew McCutchen had three hits for lowed with his career-high 17th homer drove off the wall in right-center field. solo homer in the seventh, had an RBI dou- Julio Teheran pitched six strong innings the Pirates, including a home run. Gregory deep into the left-center field bleachers. Zobrist then scored when right fielder Torii ble in the fifth when Cleveland scored and Daniel Castro drove in two runs as Polanco drew a one-out walk from Colin Aaron Brooks (3-4), who gave up two Hunter fumbled a single by Mike three times. Atlanta beat St. Louis. The Cardinals, who Balester (1-1) in the 12th. Marte hit the runs and six hits over seven innings, Moustakas. open the postseason at home next Friday, next pitch into the right-field stands for his earned the victory. Sean Doolittle finished The Twins entered the night trailing WHITE SOX 2, TIGERS 1 were coming off a three-game series win at 19th home run of the season and third for his fifth save in six opportunities. Houston by one game and tied with Los Chris Sale allowed one run over seven- Pittsburgh that secured their third straight career walk-off shot. He also hit a game- Hisashi Iwakuma pitched seven innings Angeles in the AL wild-card race. Chris plus innings and set a White Sox season division title. Teheran (11-8) allowed five ending homer Aug. 22 against San for the Mariners in a no-decision. He Young gave the defending AL champion strikeout record. By getting James McCann hits, walked one and struck out six. The Francisco. allowed one earned run and nine hits, Royals another reason to consider him for looking at a 3-2 breaking ball for the first right-hander closed his regular season by striking out eight and walking none. the postseason rotation, giving up four hits out of the second inning, Sale struck out going 2-1 with a 1.62 ERA in his last six DODGERS 6, PADRES 2 in 6 1/3 innings. his 270th batter of the season. He began starts. The Cardinals had the bases loaded Corey Seager’s two-run single highlight- ROCKIES 9, GIANTS 3 Louis Coleman (1-0), Ryan Madson and the game with 267 strikeouts and broke with no out in the fifth but came up empty ed a five-run third inning as Los Angeles Nolan Arenado hit his NL-leading 42nd Wade Davis wrapped up the win, with the mark set by Hall of Famer Ed Walsh in when pinch-hitter John Jay grounded into beat San Diego to take a half-game lead home run and broke the major league Davis notching his 16th save in 17 1908 when he struck out 269 batters. a double play and Tommy Pham struck out. over the Mets for home-field advantage in record for extra-base hits in a season by a attempts. Sale’s record came on an eventful day Jaime Garcia (10-6) gave up six hits and their upcoming playoff series. third baseman as Colorado ended a three- for the White Sox. Earlier Friday, general two runs with two walks and five strikeouts The Dodgers improved to 90-70 - their game losing streak. Corey Dickerson added ASTROS 21, DIAMONDBACKS 5 manager Rick Hahn said he expected man- in his last start of the regular season. third straight season with as many wins - his third homer in eight games for the Dallas Keuchel became the AL’s first 20- ager Robin Ventura to return, and also after the Mets (89-70) got rained out earli- Rockies. Carlos Gonzalez had an RBI single game winner and the Houston Astros announced the team would not be retain- PIRATES 6, REDS 4 er. New York, however, holds the tiebreaker and winning pitcher Kyle Kendrick walked backed him with the highest-scoring game ing bench coach Mark Parent after the end Starling Marte’s two-run homer in the because it won the season series. The and scored as part of a five-run third in team history, moving closer to a playoff of a disappointing season. bottom of the 12th inning gave Pittsburgh teams will meet in the NL Division Series inning when Colorado broke the game berth by routing Arizona. Sale allowed Jefry Marte’s second- the win and extended Cincinnati’s losing starting next Friday. open. Arenado homered off starter Chris Dodgers starter Alex Wood (12-12) Heston leading off the fourth, then added allowed two runs and five hits in seven a two-run double in the third. That gave innings, struck out four and walked one. the Rockies slugger 88 extra-base hits, Casey Kelly (0-2) gave up six runs - three breaking Chipper Jones’ single-season earned - and eight hits in 4 1-3 innings in record set in 1999. Kendrick (7-13) benefit- his second start of the season after missing ed from Arenado’s big night to win for the most of the last two years while recovering third time since coming off the disabled from Tommy John surgery. The right-han- list on Sept. 1. —AP

MLB results/standings

Pittsburgh 6, Cincinnati 4 (12 innings); Toronto 8, Tampa Bay 4; Cleveland 8, Boston 2; Atlanta 4, St. Louis 0; LA Angels 2, Texas 1; Chicago White Sox 2, Detroit 1; Chicago Cubs 6, Milwaukee 1; Kansas City 3, Minnesota 1; Houston 21, Arizona 5; Oakland 4, Seattle 2; LA Dodgers 6, San Diego 2; Colorado 9, San Francisco 3.

American League National League Eastern Division Eastern Division W L PCT GB NY Mets 89 70 .560 - Toronto 93 67 .581 - Washington 81 78 .509 8 NY Yankees 87 72 .547 5.5 Miami 69 90 .434 20 Baltimore 78 81 .491 14.5 Atlanta 65 95 .406 24.5 Boston 78 82 .488 15 Philadelphia 62 97 .390 27 Tampa Bay 78 82 .488 15 Central Division Central Division St. Louis 100 60 .625 - Kansas City 93 67 .581 - Pittsburgh 97 63 .606 3 Minnesota 83 77 .519 10 Chicago Cubs 95 65 .594 5 Cleveland 79 80 .497 13.5 Milwaukee 68 92 .425 32 Chicago White Sox 75 85 .469 18 Cincinnati 63 97 .394 37 Detroit 73 86 .459 19.5 Western Division Western Division LA Dodgers 90 70 .563 - Texas 87 73 .544 - Houston 85 75 .531 2 San Francisco 83 77 .519 7 LA Angels 84 76 .525 3 Arizona 78 82 .488 12 PHOENIX: Houston Astros’ Luis Valbuena dives in vain for a ball hit by Arizona Diamondbacks’ Jamie Romak for a double during the third Seattle 75 85 .469 12 San Diego 74 86 .463 16 inning of a baseball game. —AP Oakland 67 93 .419 20 Colorado 67 93 .419 23 SPORTS SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2015

Goodwin takes wings to win Championship By Xavier Moraes Sports Editor

ABU DHABI: All heads will be in the air scanning the skies of Abu Dhabi when the Al Ain Air Championship takes place on Dec 17-19 for the 11th spectacular aerobatic show in the region. Abu Dhabi Tourism & Cultural Authority (TCA Abu Dhabi) along with key partners including Al Ain Municipality, Al Ain Club, Strata Manufacturing, Wadi Adventure, Al Ain Zoo, Al Ain Equestrian, Shooting and Golf Club and Etihad Airlines have joined hands to enthrall local, regional and inter- national visitors alike. This new championship will feature a new format of the world’s best acrobatic pilots and teams. Along with the fearless daredevil pilots, Richard Goodwin - one of the top acrobatic pilot from the UK said during a interview with the press that it was an honor to be invited to Abu Dhabi after fly- ing 45 airshows in UK and Europe this year. “I feel airshows are real ariel entertainment and this year’s new format will get the crowd and fans involved on their iphone apps for voting on the acts and gracefulness of the thrills and spins of the acrobatic show”. The inclusion of a trophy this year at the Al Ain Air Championship will offer a different dimension to where the daredevils will be vying for points from judges and fans alike will be exciting. Goodwin said that adding competitive elements for the trophy would get the fans and crowd involved for an interesting spectacle. “We don’t want dangerous flying. A lot of us know each oth- AL AIN AIR CHAMPIONSHIP er on the circuit. It is like a piece of art - just like asking the crowd which piece of art do you prefer”. “Showing off to the public and judges will is part of the airshow and there will be a winner and loser it does not matter as it is all part of entertainment.” “I fly very highly modified plane capable of very unique maneuvers and the airshow will also include formation teams and military jet formation which will be a good cross section of entertain- takes to the skies ment. All airshows have their plus and minus and they appeal to different people.” “I am not going to ABU DHABI: Abu Dhabi Tourism & Culture Authority (TCA do anything massively different. I have my own Abu Dhabi), organisers of the Al Ain Air Championship, plane and it is capable of certain things which I am together with the UAE Air Force (UAEAF), Abu Dhabi Airports going to display on its own merits like other aero- (ADAC) and partners have announced the full event pro- planes or jets. It is going to be interesting and I am gramme for the region’s longest-running aerobatic spectacle looking forward to it” for the public. There are five teams in the championship and The 11th edition of the highly successful event, taking with other daredevil pilots participating it will be a place from 17 - 19 December, will feature a new championship showdown and a knockdown situation. competition format which sees the world’s leading pilots vie Goodwin said he had not taken part in any Red for the trophy at the Al Ain International Airport. This year’s Bull event as it is organized in a different way with event will also feature one of the region’s largest entertain- different aeroplanes and the planes I fly is for aerial ment villages which will include an all-new array of activities entertainment. Red Bull team China has four aero- for visitors of all ages. planes taking part in this event. A Team is a gener- “We are delighted to officially reveal the full programme of atic expression just like an act and my act is me so I this year’s Al Ain Air Championship with all the exciting new have a disadvantage, he said”. activities and experiences made to the event, which we trust Regarding why it took him so long to come to will attract a larger number of visitors and residents alike,” said Abu Dhabi, Goodwin said he is also a commercial Sultan Al Mutawa Al Dhaheri, Acting Executive Director at TCA pilot and has landed in Al Ain many years before. Abu Dhabi. “One of the region’s largest and most thrilling But the world is a big place and it is nice to be events will feature a new championship format, eight of the invited here. Asked if he competed in similar event world’s best aerobatic pilots and teams, ticket and travel pack- in the world, Goodwin said, “At Al Ain - was his first ages for all visitors and more to enjoy.” time to compete at an international airport while I Al Ain Air Championship (previously known as Al Ain have done a lot of aerobatics flying in England but ABU DHABI: Organisers and sponsors of the 11th edition of the Al Ain Air Championship during a press confer- competition is very different. Recently the World Aerobatic Air Show) has earned its spot on the sporting cal- ence. (Centre in red) UK’s top acrobatic pilot Richard Goodwin. endar as a ‘must-see’ event. This unique extravaganza com- Aerobatics Championship was held in France bines the thrill and action of some of the world’s best aero- fearless daredevils. “Al Ain Air Championship has always been the title of ‘Grand Champion’ by a panel of expert and celebri- where all planes were flying the same pattern and batic performers together with impressive spectator-friendly on my list of ‘must-do’ events so I’m really excited to compete ty judges. Teams will be awarded points based on four style routine like a ballet. it is interesting but not spec- environments. against some of the world’s best pilots in an extraordinary set- categories: Power, Grace, National Pride and ‘Wow’ Factor. tacular for spectators to watch.” TCA Abu Dhabi also is working closely with key partners ting. Al Ain sounds like a paradise city so I am also eager to The new championship format will also allow fans and Competitive element is nice we have to keep it including Al Ain Municipality, Al Ain Zoo, Al Ain Club, explore during my stay this December,” said Goodwin. families to get closer to the action and the world’s best pilots. safe. It is not good to have too much competition StrataManufacturing, Wadi Adventure, Al Ain Equestrian, Goodwin’s passion for flying came from his father, who Fan voting is introduced this year in an effort to create a more all the time for the ground is quite hard. In terms Shooting and Golf Club, and Etihad Airlines to deliver an flew fast jets in the Royal Air Force (RAF) and was famous for interactive event where visitors get the chance to vote for of safety airshow, flying is very regulated. It is man unforgettable experience for all the family with event activa- his aerobatic displays in both Hunter and Lightning aircraft. their favourite team and performance on the day through an and machine in harmony together - that is what I tions and the best deals and packages around for hotels and After earning an engineering degree at university Goodwin interactive mobile app. think about it. If a different pilot got into my plane attractions. followed in his father’s footsteps and joined the RAF. He Along with daredevil pilots, gravity-defying wing walkers, he probably wouldn’t fly it as well as me. My plane Marking the announcement of the Al Ain Air picked up his first trophy for aerobatics more than 30 years parachutists and a new-to-the-region aircraft line-up, the Al is fitted with a modified engine which I built Championship is one of the world’s favorite aerobatic pilots, ago, flying a Hawk at advanced flying training. Ain Air Championship will feature the show’s biggest-ever myself. I am a military pilot. I used to fly tornadoes the UK’s Richard Goodwin, who is throwing his hat in the ring The format sees an invited mix of teams from around the range of family entertainment. The massive Championship in RAF and commercial aviation. I loved aerobatics at the Al Ain aerobatic spectacle for the first time ever, where world that includes elite military pilots and civilian daredevils. Village will offer a wide range of aircraft displays and runway and I also flew the Hawks. I couldn’t afford to buy a he will be going head-to-head with seven of the world’s most Eight of the world’s teams will come together to compete for entertainment shows such as musical performances, drifting tornado so I moved to something I could afford competitions and daredevil motorcycle displays. Fans can also and got back to aerobactics. visit the Championship Pit Lane, meet the pilots and see some of the world’s best aerobatic aircrafts up-close. The Village will also feature a dedicated family area and a new line-up of pop- ular food trucks, providing all-day family fun for tens of thou- sands of visitors. Al Dhaheri added: “Al Ain is quickly becoming a ‘must-see’ CHAMPIONSHIP FIELD destination for many regional and international visitors and our aim is to offer them a great experience and encourage them to see the city for themselves. We have worked together with our partners to create a unique all-encompassing holiday for Al Ain Air Championship visitors keen to see more of Al Ain, the city of beauty. Through these promotional offers, visi- tors can take advantage of Al Ain’s stunning selection of hotel offers and impressive array of tourist attractions supported by Al Ain stakeholders and turn their weekend break into an unforgettable holiday with family and friends.” SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2015 SPORTS

Blatter’s survival in doubt after sponsors’ quit call

LAUSANNE: After powerful FIFA spon- backers had explicitly demanded that passes” with Blatter in office.“Coca ent company, Anheuser-Busch InBev. geting Blatter but which has also impli- sors demanded his immediate resigna- Blatter’s resignation. “The sponsors Cola is more than a valued sponsor, Key sponsors based outside the US cated the front-runner to replace him, tion, a key question surrounded Sepp have the financial power to force they are the foundation of Blatter’s have not gone as far. Germany-based European football chief Michel Platini. Blatter yesterday: can the sleaze-tainted change at FIFA,” said Cobus de Swardt, position in FIFA,” Patrick Nally, a promi- Adidas reiterated its stance that change Blatter’s former right-hand man, sec- president of world football’s governing managing director of the corruption nent sports marketing executive who within world football was vital, but did retary general Jerome Valcke, was sus- body survive until his planned depar- watchdog Transparency International. has previously partnered with FIFA, said not comment directly on Blatter. pended last month over allegations ture in February? The unprecedented crisis within on Twitter. Coca-Cola’s partnership with German Justice Minister Heiko Maas, that he was aware of a black market Coca-Cola, McDonald’s, Visa and world football began on May 27, when FIFA coincided with Blatter’s arrival as a however, said Blatter should go to clear ticket scheme surrounding the 2014 Budweiser in separate statements nine FIFA officials and five sports mar- public relations executive at the organi- the way for a new beginning in the World Cup. Valcke denied the claims. Friday called for Blatter to go, one week keting executives were charged by the sation in 1975. Blatter’s influence con- sport. “Every day on which #Blatter is Meanwhile, FIFA’s own ethics com- after Swiss prosecutors opened a crimi- US Justice Department over bribery vinced Coca-Cola to pay some 10 mil- still #FIFA president is a bad day for mittee could suspend the president at nal investigation against the 79-year- worth more than $150 million (133 mil- lion dollars, notably to sponsor the football,” he wrote on Twitter. There was any time, as the independent panel old over mismanagement. Blatter lion euros) dating back to 1991. 1977 Youth World Cup in Tunisia and no immediate comment from Hyundai typically probes any official who is sub- remained defiant, saying his departure Blatter was re-elected as FIFA’s presi- become the official sponsor of the 1978 or Gazprom. ject to even initial suspicion, a tag would not best serve FIFA’s interests dent days later, but on June 2, made the World Cup that was held and won by In a statement released after the res- which certainly applies to Blatter. and that he did not plan to resign shock announcement that he was pre- Argentina. ignation call from Coca-Cola, Blatter’s But, given the financial heft of the before February, when a special elec- pared to go-on a timeline that he sub- The World Cup partnership, believed attorney Richard Cullen said his client companies involved, some believe the tion has been called to choose his sequently laid out. to currently be worth tens of millions of “believes firmly that his leaving office resignation demand from the four top replacement. For FIFA’s powerful sponsors, that dollars per year, remains in place and now would not be in the best interest sponsors will make it impossible for the Blatter’s position may prove unten- timeline became unacceptable after was extended through to 2022. of FIFA nor would it advance the embattled Swiss national to hang on. able. Exposure of the rot within FIFA Switzerland revealed evidence of murky Visa, another top-tier World Cup process of reform and therefore, he will “It is public statements (from spon- had already sparked widespread calls financial dealings directly linked to sponsor, said “no meaningful reform not resign.” sors) that can and will force real reform, for immediate change, but the rare dis- Blatter. can be made under FIFA’s existing lead- FIFA’s leadership is facing crises on despite Blatter’s obvious desire to stay play of unity from four major corpora- The Coca-Cola Company said FIFA’s ership,” with similar comments coming various fronts, aside from the US indict- at FIFA,” Transparency International’s De tions marked the first time key financial reputation was deteriorating “every day from McDonald’s and Budweiser’s par- ments and the Swiss probe that is tar- Swardt said. —AFP

All Blacks into last eight

LONDON: Will the real Rugby World Cup Tickets have also been changing hands holders please stand up? Three games, for eye-catching amounts with re-sale web- three wins and a quarter-final place site Viagogo saying this week that two tick- secured but New Zealand are still searching ets were purchased for the match at 4,000 for fluency. pounds each-the highest price ever paid The misfiring All Blacks won an arm for a non-finals ticket. wrestle with Georgia on Friday, scoring sev- If Australia needed any more motivation en tries in a 43-10 victory in Cardiff but to put one over the ‘poms’ then England fly- making a slew of uncharacteristic handling half Danny Cipriani may have provided it. errors in a scrappy and sloppy display. Cipriani, who was left out of Stuart “We realise we need to be better,” New Lancaster’s 31-man squad, raised a few eye- Zealand captain Richie McCaw said. “We brows when he said not one Australia play- were trying too hard at times. There is no er would get into the England team at the panic... we have seven days to fix it before moment. Tonga (in their last Pool C game).” Australian winger Adam Ashley-Cooper While fierce rivals England and Australia retorted: “It’s nice that he’s tweeting about prepared to do battle at Twickenham in a someone other than himself.” Cipriani was must-win game for the under-fire hosts, not the only Englishman having a dig at New Zealand can turn their minds to the their fierce sporting rivals with World Cup- knockout stage. winning coach Clive Woodward calling the There were pluses for Steve Hansen’s Australian players as “not the brightest”. side in their 50th match since they lifted Wallabies coach Michael Cheika took it the trophy for a second time in 2011. in good spirits. “I understand it’s all a bit of Rookie winger Waisake Naholo made an fun and games and a bit of a snipe here, a explosive return 10 weeks after breaking snipe there, I’m pretty comfortable with all his leg, scoring the opening try after 73 that stuff,” he said. The picture in Pool B seconds-the fastest of the tournament. should be clearer by Saturday evening after Prolific winger Julian Savea took his tally Samoa take on Japan in Milton Keynes fol- to 35 tries in 38 test with a hat-trick but the lowed by South Africa’s clash with Scotland moment of the night belonged to Georgia in Newcastle. fullback Beka Tsiklauri who could not quite The Scots are top of the pile after con- believe it when he hacked through to pick vincing victories over Japan and the US up and score a try soon after Naholo. but start as big underdogs against a The hosts must show Savea’s clinical fin- Springboks side who bounced back from WUHAN: Venus Williams of the US (right) poses with the championship trophy next to runner-up Garbine Muguruza of Spain after the women’s ishing and beat Australia on Saturday if their shock defeat by Japan to thrash singles final at the Wuhan Open tennis tournament. —AP they are to avoid the ignominy of becom- Samoa and get their tournament back on ing the first England team not to make the track. Tonga prop Tevita Mailau became quarter-finals. the latest player to fall foul of the discipli- They go into the Pool A game slight nary panel when he was suspended for Venus wins Wuhan Open favourites with the bookmakers and the two weeks for making a dangerous tackle showdown is expected to attract the most during their Pool C match against Namibia. money ever gambled on a rugby match He will miss his side’s final two group WUHAN: Venus Williams won her biggest title Wimbledon. The world number three was fol- and while she continues to play some tourna- with more than 10 million pounds ($15.16) games against Argentina and New in five years at the Wuhan Open yesterday lowed by two-time major-winner Azarenka, ments, she has struggled with her health and wagered, Britain’s William Hill said. Zealand.—Reuters after Garbine Muguruza retired, making her Tokyo finalist Belinda Bencic and Coco slipped down the rankings. the fifth player to pull out mid-match in the Vandeweghe during her quarter-final meet Williams could now qualify for the season- late-season tournament. with Angelique Kerber. ending WTA championships in Singapore, Williams took the first set and was three The title win at Wuhan will put Williams which she has not reached since 2009. games up in the second when the Spaniard inside the top 15 when the new rankings are Muguruza will also achieve a career high of stopped play at 53 minutes, handing the released on Monday, after entering Wuhan as five in the world rankings after making the American veteran the 47th title win of her number 24. finals at Wuhan, and is sure to qualify for career, and her first victory at a WTA Premier The former world number one was diag- Singapore, barring any major upsets in next Five event since she beat Victoria Azarenka in nosed with an autoimmune disease in 2011, week’s China Open in Beijing.—AFP 2010 in Dubai. Wimbledon finalist Muguruza-ranked world number eight, 16 places ahead of American veteran Williams-had a tough semi- final against Germany’s Angelique Kerber, winning in straight sets but falling during the closing tie break and injuring her ankle. But the 21-year-old said it was exhaustion not injury that made her pull out.”It’s a sad day I had to retire. Sometimes your body’s not recovered,” the 21-year-old said on court after the match. CARDIFF: New Zealand’s Daniel Carter is tackled by the Georgia defence during the Rugby World Cup Pool C match between New Zealand and Georgia at the Millennium Muguruza called her coach Sam Sumyk- Stadium. —AP who was wearing a t-shirt bearing the phrase “It’s not my fault”-on court during the first set but no words of advice could change the slow pace of the match. Japan defeat Samoa for “I had my chances. But I knew with Venus, it’s hard with her serve, with her shots, if you’re not 100 percent,” the Spaniard said. an historic appearance Williams, who turned pro the year that Muguruza was born, was also struggling dur- MILTON KEYNES: Ayumu Goromaru scored Horie simply bending his shoulder into the ing the final with leg pain and had both of her 16 points to keep Japan in the race for a Japanese player and sending him flying. thighs wrapped. historic appearance in the Rugby World Joubert read the riot act to Samoan cap- But she said that experience gained during Cup quarter-finals as they beat Samoa 26-5 tain Ofisa Treviranus about conceding her more than two-decade long career yesterday. The 29-year-old, who starred in penalties and the South African wielded allowed her to put the injury out of her mind. the epic win over South Africa two weeks another yellow card when prop Sakaria “By the time I’m on the court, I’ve blocked ago, became the leading tournament Taulafo took out a Japanese player in the it (pain) out if I’ve decided I’m going to play. points scorer with 45. air-leaving the Samoans with just 13 men At that point I’m in the match and not any- MALAYSIA: Spain’s David Ferrer returns a shot against Germany’s Benjamin Becker during their The Japanese also scored two tries, a on the pitch. men’s singles semi-final match of the 2015 Malaysian Open tennis tournament. —AFP penalty try and one from wing Akihito The Pacific islanders defended stoically where else,” Williams said. Yamada. Samoa paid for their lack of disci- as the Japanese pounded away at them. Williams had a gruelling semi-final the day pline losing three players to the sin bin in The Asian champions eventually came before against her sister Serena’s nemesis the game. away with a penalty try which Goromaru Roberta Vinci-who beat Serena in the US Ferrer and Lopez set The win at Milton Keynes takes the converted for 10-0 after 24 minutes. Open semi-final, denying her a chance at the Japanese-who before this World Cup had Goromaru added another three points as a first calendar Grand Slam since 1988. The title won just one match and that back in 1991 result of a Samoan going offside to make it winner conceded that she would have had a up all-Spanish final — onto eight points ahead of their final 13-0 against a ragged opponent who were tough match against Muguruza if her young game with United States next weekend. in danger of being out of the game by half- opponent had been on form. Table-toppers Scotland-who have 10 time. Indeed they were as Akihito Yamada “I probably wouldn’t have had many KUALA LUMPUR: David Ferrer advanced to his be very important. Feliciano is playing very good points from two matches-face the did a good impression of a spinning top chances if you (Muguruza) had been feeling 50th career final after he and Feliciano Lopez the last couple of months. I need to play with my Springboks, who have seven points, late completely fooling Alesana Tuilagi and well,” Williams said in an on court interview. both survived gruelling semi-final encounters at forehand and make him move.” yesterday. went in in the far right hand corner after The 2006 women’s final at the Australian the Malaysian Open yesterday to set up an all- The 34-year-old Lopez, seeded second in Goromaru looked to have given Japan a good work by the pack for his fifth try in Open was also won on a retirement, with Spanish decider. Ferrer, the top seed, clawed his Kuala Lumpur, fired 12 aces past Kyrgios, 14 dream start as he went over in the left hand five Tests this year. German Justine Henin-Hardenne handing back after losing the first set to beat Germany’s years his junior, to advance to his second ATP corner but linesman Wayne Barnes sig- Goromaru-whose points tally took him Benjamin Becker 3-6, 6-2, 6-4 after the veteran final this year. “Experience is always a good thing France’s Amelie Mauresmo her first Grand nalled for a forward pass leaving coach past South African Morne Steyn on the all- Lopez won a tense shootout with Australia’s Nick to have but today I think the match could have Eddie Jones fuming. time Test scorers-made the half-time cup of Slam victory when she pulled out in the sec- Kyrgios 7-6(2), 7-6(5). Ferrer, 32, has a 24-25 gone either way,” Lopez said. South Africa referee Craig Joubert, who tea taste even sweeter as he converted bril- ond set. Novak Djokovic took his third consec- record in career finals and will be appearing in “If you play a tie-break against someone had been playing an advantage anyway, liantly from the touchline for 20-0. The utive title at last year’s ATP World Tour Finals his fourth championship match this year, having who’s such a good server as Nick you know it’s awarded the Japanese a penalty instead Japanese fullback added another three when Roger Federer withdrew hours before already racked up titles in Qatar, Rio and Mexico, going to be tight.” Ferrer and Lopez, close friends and Goromaru shrugged off the disap- points to make it 23-0 early in the second- the match blaming his decision on pain and in January and February. and Davis Cup team mates, have played each pointment to slot over the penalty. Samoa half Japan skipper Michael Leitch pulled off his age. “Today I didn’t serve so well, but the most other 14 times over the past decade with Ferrer were reduced to 14 men for 10 minutes a try-saving tackle seconds later, as Samoa Maria Sharapova led the charge of the important thing is I was good in my mind and leading 8-6 head-to-head, including their last when No8 Failfili Levave was sin-binned for finally put together an incisive move, bring- walking wounded at Wuhan, retiring in the I’m very focused,” Ferrer said. five matches. The last time Lopez beat Ferrer was making no attempt to tackle hooker Shota ing down scrum-half Kahn Fotuali’i.—AFP second set of her first match since “Tomorrow my return and my first serve will at Shanghai in 2009.—Reuters SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2015 SPORTS Messi-less Barca beaten by Sevilla

MADRID: Barcelona’s struggles without Lionel Messi continued as second-half goals from Michael Krohn-Dehli and Vicente Iborra con- signed the European champions to a second league defeat in three games 2-1 at Sevilla. Neymar pulled a goal back from the penalty spot 16 minutes from time, but the injury-struck visitors were left to rue a host of missed oppor- tunities and some fine goalkeeping by Sergio Rico as Sevilla registered their first league win over the Catalans since 2007. Defeat leaves Barca still a point off leaders Villarreal, but they can now be passed by either Real Madrid or Atletico Madrid when they face ZIMBABWE: Pakistan’s batsman Amir Yamin (right) gets one past Zimbabwe’s wicket off today. keeper Richmond Mutumbami (left) during the second game in a series of three ODI Without Messi and Andres Iniesta the pres- cricket matches. —AFP sure was on Neymar and Luis Suarez to take even more responsiblity and the former forced Rico into his first save of the afternoon with a Zimbabwe stun Pakistan low effort after just five minutes. Neymar’s runs from deep were causing Sevilla huge problems and Suarez should have done better when his to level ODI series at 1-1 shot was deflected wide by Timothee Kolodziejczak after being played in by his strike HARARE: Shoaib Malik’s brilliant fightback rookie Brian Chari and a 59-run partnership partner. was foiled by bad light as Zimbabwe beat for the fourth wicket with Chigumbura. Claudio Bravo replaced the much-criticised Pakistan by five runs on the Duckworth- “The partnership between Chamu and Marc-Andre ter Stegen in the Barca goal after Lewis method in a drama-filled second Chari set things up for us,” reflected overcoming a calf injury and was regularly test- one-day international at Harare Sports Club Chigumbura. “There was lots of pressure for ed at the other end as he saved Kevin Gameiro’s yesterday. the team and the way we went out there header before denying the Frenchman from a Malik was left stranded on 96 not out today showed good character.” narrow angle. having hauled Pakistan from 76 for six to Once Chibhabha had been caught Suarez then had a goal rightly ruled out for 256 for eight chasing 277 for victory when behind off the bowling of Wahab Riaz, offside as he raced onto another through ball the umpires took the players off the field Chigumbura put on 62 runs in six overs from Neymar. However, the Brazilian was with two overs remaining. with Sikandar Raza Butt before hitting his cleaned out by Marco Andreolli as he played the The game had earlier been delayed by a stumps to give Riaz a fourth wicket. pass to concede a free-kick on the edge of the brief rain shower, but the decision left the A tall target looked well beyond area. Neymar’s effort hit the post, rebounded off 33-year-old batsman furious as he was Pakistan when Zimbabwe’s seamers Rico’s back and somehow trickled along the line denied the opportunity to carry his team reduced them to 56 for five, and after before being hacked clear by Coke. Suarez had across the line. Graeme Cremer removed Mohammad two more chances to give Barca a half-time lead The result left the three-match series Rizwan to make that 76 for six, the game but failed to properly connect after a neat one- level ahead of Monday’s tour finale, and appeared to be up. However Malik and two with Ivan Rakitic and then saw a cute although Zimbabwe were breathing a sigh Aamer Yamin counter-attacked in a brilliant chipped effort come off the top of the crossbar. of relief after nearly letting the game slip, 111-run stand for the seventh wicket, with Sevilla, who had won just once in six league their victory represented a remarkable the pair riding their luck as Zimbabwe SPAIN: Barcelona’s Javier Mascherano (right) and Sevilla’s Fernando Llorente (left) head for the games prior to Barca’s visit, took control early in turnaround. Under pressure after being dropped a series of catches. ball during their La Liga soccer match at the Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan stadium. —AP the second-half as Krohn-Dehli timed his run rolled for 128 in an embarrassing defeat on Chigumbura appeared to have settled into the box to sweep home Gameiro’s danger- Thursday, the home batsmen showed their the game once more when he had Yamin response. finally managed to squeeze the ball past Rico to ous low cross. capabilities in posting 276 for six, with strangled down the leg side for 62 and However, Barca were gifted a route back into halve the deficit. The Dane was also involved in the second six Chamu Chibhabha anchoring the innings then ran out Riaz, but Malik continued to the game 16 minutes from time when Sandro’s Sevilla had to withstand relentless pressure minutes later as his floated cross was nodded with a composed 90 and Elton Chigumbura hammer away and enjoyed the support of effort cannoned off Benoit Tremoulinas’s hand in the closing stages, but Sandro’s effort home by Iborra. Rico then pulled off a hat-trick adding the flourish with his brisk 67. Yasir Shah’s unbeaten 32 from 22 balls. and the referee pointed to the spot. against the post from Suarez’s low cross was of brilliant saves from Neymar in a two-minute After winning the toss and electing to Pakistan looked likely to get over the Neymar had missed a penalty in Messi’s the closest Luis Enrique’s men came to sal- period to prevent the visitors an instant bowl, Pakistan were left to wonder whether line with 21 needed from the final two absence against Las Palmas last weekend, but vaging a point.—AFP they had underestimated their opponents overs, but the fading light had the final say. in leaving out star performer Imad Wasim “It was a lovely game,” said Pakistan captain in order to give a debut to 30-year-old spin- Azhar Ali. “Malik and Yamin made us come ner Bilal Asif, who went wicketless as back when it looked like a one-sided game. Zimbabwe took control of the game. “Zimbabwe played really well - we could Chibhabha’s fifth half-century of the have restricted them to under 250 but they year led Zimbabwe’s much-improved played well at the end. We lost too many effort, and included a 91-run stand with wickets at the start of our innings.”—AFP SCOREBOARD

HARARE: Scoreboard at the close of play for the second one-day international between Zimbabwe and Pakistan yesterday: Zimbabwe Pakistan Masakadza c Irfan b Wahab Riaz 7 Azhar b Panyangara 1 Chibhabha c Sarfraz b Wahab Riaz 90 Bilal c Chigumbura b Panyangara 0 Hafeez run out 27 Chari c Hafeez b Irfan 39 shafiq c Mutumbami b Jongwe 1 Williams c Hafeez b Wahab Riaz 10 Shoaib not out 96 Chigumbura hit wicket b Wahab 67 Sarfraz c Williams b Chibhabha 9 Sikandar c Sarfraz b Aamer Yamin 32 Rizwan c Nyumbu b Cremer 8 Mutumbami not out 14 Yamin c Mutumbami b Chigumbura 62 Wahab Riaz run out 3 Jongwe not out 4 Yasir Shah not out 32 Extras (2b, 1lb, 9w, 1nb) 13 Extras (4b, 12w, 1nb) 17 Total (6 wkts, 50 overs) 276 Total (8 wkts, 48 overs) 256 Fall of wickets: 1-27 (Masakadza), 2-118 (Chari), 3- Fall of wickets: 1-2 (Bilal Asif), 2-8 (Azhar Ali), 3-17 132 (Williams), 4-191 (Chibhabha), 5-253 (Asad Shafiq), 4-40 (Mohammad Hafeez), 5-56 (Sarfraz Ahmed), 6-76 (Mohammad Rizwan), 7- (Chigumbura), 6-267 (Sikandar Raza). 187 (Aamer Yamin), 8-193 (Wahab Riaz). GERMANY: Wolfsburg’s goalkeeper Diego Benaglio fails to halt the opening goal by Moenchengladbach’s Havard Nordtveit during the German Did not bat: G. Cremer, T. Panyangara, J. Nyumbu. Did not bat: Mohammad Irfan. Bundesliga soccer match. —AP Bowling: Mohammad Irfan 10-1-47-1, Aamer Bowling: Panyangara 9-0-44-2, Jongwe 8-1-41-1, Yamin 5-0-38-1, Wahab Riaz 10-1-63-4, Yasir Shah Williams 10-0-33-0, Chibhabha 8-0-55-1, Cremer 6-0-30-0, Bilal Asif 8-0-39-0, Azhar Ali 4-0-22-0, 1.4-0-8-1, Nyumbu 6.2-0-38-0, Chigumbura 5-0- 33-1. Gladbach return to winning ways Shoaib Malik 7-0-34-0. Result: Zimbabwe won by 5 runs (D/L method) BERLIN: Borussia Moenchengladbach bounced through French-born Senegalese international sides. back from their midweek Champions League Salif Sane. Third-placed Schalke 04, who come into the defeat against Manchester City with two second Finally, Ingolstadt defeated Eintrach Frankfurt weekend with five wins from seven outings, host half goals to sink Wolfsburg 2-0 in Bundesliga 2-0 with late goals from Pascal Gross and Stefan mid-table Cologne while Bayer Leverkusen await Gosden concerned by action yesterday. Lex to take possession of fifth spot in their first relegation-threatened Augsburg. While the big guns in Germany’s top flight are season back in the Bundesliga. On Friday, Mainz evened their record at four not in action until today, the pick of the ties was The match of the weekend, takes place at the wins and four defeats in a thrilling 3-2 victory at Arc traffic problems at Borussia-Park, where Norwegian Haavard Allianz Arena on Sunday, when three-time promoted Darmstadt. Mainz are now sixth and Nordtvelt and French-born Guinean winger defending champions Bayern Munich put their in touch of the European places while Darmstadt LONDON: John Gosden’s hopes of landing don’t run the racecourse.” Ibrahima Traore did the damage against a four point lead at the top, on the line against suffer only their second defeat of the eight- Europe’s most prestigious race, the Prix de Gosden said his horse faced a tough Wolfsburg side who drop to seventh place. Borussia Dortmund, in a battle of unbeaten game season and lie 10th.—AFP l’Arc de Triomphe, may rest on his Epsom task against Treve. “Golden Horn is a grand The win lifts Moenchengladbach four points Derby champion Golden Horn having a horse who has been busy this year, he’s above the relegation zone as they win their third clear run at Longchamp today he told AFP. been on the go since February,” said straight league match under caretaker coach Maldini slams Ballon d’Or The 64-year-old Englishman, whose only Gosden, who trained with great success in Andre Schubert. major gap on his CV is not winning the Arc, California before deciding to return to At the Olympic stadium in the capital, Hertha chiefs over Buffon blunder is concerned by some of the 18 horse field England in 1989. Berlin began brightly against Hamburg where just being there so their owners can say “Quite a task lies ahead for us as Treve is Ivorian striker Salomon Kalou struck his third MILAN: AC Milan legend Paolo Maldini joined are taken into account and Gigi was one of the they had a runner in the race. Golden Horn, a magnificent racemare. “Amazing to think goal of the season to put the hosts 1-0 up after a chorus of ex-players in slamming Ballon d’Or pillars of a team that made it to the winner of six of his seven races and the though that like Treve, Golden Horn was 17 minutes. chiefs after former Italy teammate Gianluigi Champions League final as well as winning mount of Frankie Dettori, represents on led out unsold at the yearling sales! The 30-year-old, former Chelsea and Lille Buffon was left off a long list of potential win- the Serie A title. paper at least the biggest obstacle to “He’s done rather well! He has a great marksman has been a key addition since joining ners of FIFA’s prestigious trophy. “Did you see his save against Dani Alves in extraordinary French race mare Treve win- constitution and a great turn of foot.” Pal Dardai’s side in 2014 and helped the club Buffon, considered one of the world’s best (the) Berlin (final)?” The Ballon d’Or longlist will ning a historic third Arc. “I see Thierry Gosden is delighted too that Golden Horn avoid relegation in his first season. goalkeepers, modestly admitted his surprise be cut to 23 names in December before the Jarnet (Treve’s jockey) is worried about traf- has played a major role in the renaissance Bosnian international Vedad Ibisevic guaran- on Friday by saying he believed he felt himself awards ceremony is held in January 2016. fic problems during the race,” Gosden told of Dettori, who just under three years ago teed maximum points for Hertha when he to be “among the top five” goalkeepers in the The last goalkeeper to win the prestigious AFP on Saturday morning from his base in looked as if his stellar career was facing an scored twice in two second-half minutes to world. But Maldini said Buffon’s absence from award was Russian legend Lev Yashin in 1963, Newmarket. ignominious end after failing a dope test at make it 3-0 with 11 minutes remaining as the the 59-man longlist, which was leaked on and although Buffon was not considered a “It is nice of course as an owner to have Longchamp for cocaine. “His talents have 1999-2000 Champions League qualifiers climbed Friday and includes seven players each from potential winner the impact of his absence a runner in the Arc but some are just there always been there,” said Gosden. to fourth spot. Barcelona and Real Madrid, means the prize from the list has reverberated around Italian for that. “By being there that could prove “However, like a great actor on the stage Hoffenheim were the only other team to has lost credibility. “The trophy loses value football. problematic for others,” added Gosden, you need roles of a similar stature. “It can score in the opening 45 minutes of Bundesliga when it just comes down to pleasing clubs When the news emerged Friday, Gazzetta’s who also saddles Eagle Top in the race. be very dispiriting in any walk of life if you action as they rode a 33rd minute penalty into and federations,” the retired Milan great told front page included a picture of a shocked- Gosden, who went from gaining an eco- don’t get the parts your talents deserve.” the break, against Stuttgart, thanks to German La Gazzetta dello Sport yestrday. looking Buffon with the headline ‘Buffonata’, international winger Kevin Volland. Second- nomics degree at Cambridge University to Gosden, though, is phlegmatic about Maldini said players who did not deserve to which roughly translates to ‘farce’ or ‘blunder’. from-bottom Stuttgart, at the start of the day, ultimately beginning his training career in whether he finally ends his Arc drought be nominated included goalkeepers Claudio Buffon was imperial last season as Juventus got back on level terms with 26 minutes to play California, persuaded the horse’s owner today. “It (Arc day) is to me the greatest Bravo (Barcelona) and David Ospina (Arsenal). kept their composure throughout an ambi- thanks to 22-year-old Czech Republic striker Jan “Come on, how is this possible? It’s absurd. tious campaign to win their first league and Anthony Oppenheimer to shell out 120,000 race day of the year, that and the first day Kliment before Volland grabbed his second of euros to supplement Golden Horn for the of Royal Ascot, and I mean not as a self- There are players there just because of their Cup double in 20 years and qualify for their the match to put the hosts into a 2-1 lead. name,” he added. “Gigi deserves to be on the first Champions League final in 12 years. race on Thursday. interested trainer but as a spectator,” he However with time running out, Stuttgart He largely did this on the basis of the said. list for what he has achieved and how he has Although the Turin giants lost out to snatched a valuable point when Pirmin achieved it. At nearly 38 years old, he is still Barcelona (3-1) in the final, Buffon was feted ground drying out-something not to “Vis-a-vis winning it at last? Well Charlie Schwegler scored in the 90th minute in a match Treve’s liking-so he was taken aback they Whittingham had to wait till he was in his one of the three best goalkeepers in the throughout Italy for his performances. that finished 2-2 but nonetheless left the visitors world. Former Juventus striker Paolo Rossi said had watered the track on Friday. 70’s to win his first Kentucky Derby (he was bottom of the league on goal-difference. “Ok, I accept Manuel Neuer (Bayern Buffon had appeared “rejuvenated”. “I thought “We get heavy dews this time of year so aged 73 when Ferdinand won ‘the Run for Hannover won their first match of the season Munich) and (Thibaut) Courtois (Chelsea), but he was extraordinary. It was like he was reju- to hear that the taps were turned on yester- the Roses’ making him the oldest trainer do as they defeated Werder Bremen 1-0 thanks to Bravo and Ospina? “Normally a team’s results venated, 15 years younger,” said Rossi. —AFP day was surprising news,” he said. “Still I so) so I have a way to go! “I can wait.”—AFP the only goal of the match on 56 minutes SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2015 SPORTS More misery for Advocaat

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SUNDERLAND: Dick Advocaat saw 10-man Sunderland squander a two-goal lead in a 2-2 draw against West Ham that left his side still lan- guishing in the Premier League relegation zone yesterday. With reports claiming Advocaat was consid- ering resigning whatever the result at the Stadium of Light, it could prove a downbeat end to the Dutchman’s turbulent spell in charge. Goals from Steven Fletcher and Jermain Lens looked to have put Sunderland firmly in charge midway through the first half. But Carl Jenkinson got one back before the interval and Lens was NORWICH: Leicester City’s Jeff Schlupp celebrates scoring his side’s second goal dur- sent off in the second half, setting the stage for ing their English Premier League soccer match against Norwich City. —AP Dimitri Payet to equalise for the Hammers. Sunderland are now without a win in eight league matches this season and the only sliver of Leicester win at Norwich consolation came with Newcastle’s 6-1 thrashing at Manchester city which dropped their bitter rivals below them to the bottom of the table. Even so, this was another miserable after- Norwich 1 Matches on TV noon for Advocaat, who is said to have grown frustrated by having to work on a limited budget (Local Timings) this season, with Burnley manager Sean Dyche reportedly lined up to replace him. Despite all Leicester2 English Premier League the drama around Advocaat, Sunderland made a Everton v Liverpool 15:30 bright start that culminated in Fletcher’s 10th minute goal. beIN SPORTS 1 HD It was a perfectly executed set-piece routine, NORWICH: Jamie Vardy continued his fine Arsenal v Man United 18:00 with Yann M’Vila’s low free-kick picking out form for Leicester City as the Foxes beIN SPORTS 1 HD Fletcher and the Scotland forward firing home bounced back from losing their unbeaten Swansea v Tottenham 18:00 from 12 yards. start to the season with a 2-1 win at beIN SPORTS 12 HD Advocaat kept his emotions in check on the Norwich City yesterday. touchline but, with Sunderland fans showing their support for the manager by chanting his England striker Vardy converted a first- Spanish League half penalty at Carrow Road for his Premier name, their team’s vibrant display was rewarded League-leading seventh goal of the cam- Rayo v Real Betis 13:00 again in the 22nd minute. Taking M’Vila’s pass, SUNDERLAND: West Ham United’s Dimitri Payet (center) is congratulated by teammates after paign before Jeffrey Schlupp added a sec- Dutch forward Lens looked up and lofted a beIN SPORTS 2 HD scoring his side’s second goal of the game during their English Premier League soccer match ond just after half-time. superb chip over Hammers goalkeeper Adrian Bilbao v Valencia 17:00 against Sunderland. —AP Dieumerci Mbokani’s first goal since from the edge of the penalty area. beIN SPORTS 2 HD arriving on loan from Dynamo Kiev gave But Fabio Borini wasted two good chances, blast home. minutes later. Not for the first time this season, Norwich a lifeline but ultimately nothing Levante v Villarreal 19:15 including a horrible miss when he scuffed wide The tension was ratcheted up another notch Sunderland contributed to their own downfall more. Just a second win in six matches pro- beIN SPORTS 9 HD with only Adrian to beat. And Jenkinson reduced in the 57th minute as Lens was sent off for a sec- with goalkeeper Costel Pantilimon spilling pelled Leicester back up into the top four Atletico v Real Madrid 21:30 the deficit in the first minute of stoppage-time ond booking after fouling Winston Reid. Manuel Lanzini’s shot to Payet, who calmly con- as Norwich slid one place to 13th. beIN SPORTS 2 HD when Victor Moses’ pass allowed the defender to There was worse to come for Advocaat three verted to complete West Ham’s fightback.—AFP Leicester were bidding to make amends for last weekend’s 5-2 home defeat to Italian Calcio League Arsenal that shattered the Foxes’ unbeaten start to the campaign. Empoli v Sassuolo 13:30 Claudio Ranieri elected to leave in-form beIN SPORTS 3 HD Murray hero and zero Algerian winger Riyad Mahrez, scorer of Udinese Calcio v Genoa 16:00 five goals this term, on the bench, but even beIN SPORTS 5 HD without one of their key performers Leicester made a bright start. Sampdoria v Inter 16:00 in Bournemouth draw Shinji Okazaki spurned a chance to put beIN SPORTS 3 HD the visitors ahead inside the opening 10 Citta v AS Roma 16:00 minutes when the Japan striker nodded beIN SPORTS 12 HD over from six yards out. Juventus v Bologna 19:00 A swift Leicester counter-attack present- Bournemouth 1 ed an opportunity for Vardy on 21 minutes beIN SPORTS 3 HD but Norwich goalkeeper John Ruddy Lazio v Frosinone 19:00 turned the striker’s near-post effort behind. beIN SPORTS 8 HD Ruddy made an excellent sharp stop AC Milan v SSC Napoli 21:45 Watford 1 moments later to thwart Daniel Drinkwater beIN SPORTS 3 HD from point-blank range but there was little he could do as Vardy, on target for the fifth Fiorentina v Atalanta 21:45 game running, tucked away a 28th-minute beIN SPORTS 1 HD BOURNEMOUTH: Glenn Murray penalty after being upended by Sebastien scored his first Bournemouth goal Bassong inside the area. German Bundesliga but then squandered a late penalty The Foxes immediately doubled their Schalke 04 v FC Koln 16:30 in a 1-1 Premier League draw with lead after the break as Ghana international beIN SPORTS 8 HD fellow promoted club Watford yes- Schlupp rounded off another flowing move terday. with his first goal of the season. Bayern Munich v Borussia 18:30 Making his full Bournemouth The introduction of Mbokani just prior beIN SPORTS 4 HD debut in place of top scorer Callum to the hour sparked Norwich into life with Bayer v Augsburg 18:30 the Democratic Republic of Congo forward Wilson, ruled out for six months with beIN SPORTS heading against the crossbar on 67 min- a ruptured cruciate ligament, former utes. Crystal Palace striker Murray put the Mbokani wasn’t to be denied a minute French League hosts in front with a first-half header. later though as he cleverly guided an early Monaco v Stade Rennes 15:00 But after a howler by Bournemouth cross in from Jonny Howson beyond beIN SPORTS 4 HD goalkeeper Artur Boruc had allowed Leicester goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel Caen v Saint Etienne 18:00 Odion Ighalo to equalise, Murray and into the far corner. beIN SPORTS 5 HD fluffed a chance to give his side the Leicester substitute Leonardo Ulloa saw points when his late penalty was a goal chalked off shortly after for a push Lorient v Girondins 18:00 saved by Watford goalkeeper on Cameron Jerome while Bassong headed PSG v Marseille 22:00 Heurelho Gomes. over late on as time ran out for the beIN SPORT Canaries.—AFP The result left Eddie Howe’s side, who are unbeaten in three home games, four points above the relega- tion zone and two points below Quique Sanchez Flores’s Watford. Palace wear down Murray was one of two new faces in Bournemouth’s starting XI, Joshua King being the other, and he stubborn West Brom spurned an early chance when he Brom penned deep inside their own half. headed a cross from Matt Ritchie The former Manchester United winger over the bar from six yards. Crystal Palace 2 was a constant source of menace, repeat- But in the 28th minute the same edly leaving left-back Brunt for dead with combination yielded the opening his weaving runs down the right wing. goal, with Ritchie’s right-wing cross LONDON: Bournemouth’s Joshua King (left) and Watford’s Nathan Ake battle for the ball during their Twice he skipped past Brunt, cut onto picking out the unmarked Murray, English Premier League soccer match. —AP West Brom 0 his left foot and shot, only for West Brom who headed into the top corner. goalkeeper Boaz Myhill to save on each Murray was booked late in the occasion, while a collision between Zaha first half for a foul on Etienne EPL results/standings and Brunt left the Northern Irishman with a Capoue, the pair having tangled LONDON: Yohan Cabaye scored one goal bloodied nose. moments earlier, and shortly after- Aston Villa 0 Stoke 1 (Arnautovic 55); Bournemouth 1 (Murray 28) Watford 1 (Ighalo 45); Chelsea 1 (Willian 10) and made another as Crystal Palace contin- A bruising first half also saw West Brom wards Boruc’s blunder gifted Watford Southampton 3 (Davis 43, Mane 60, Pelle 72); lose centre-back Jonny Evans to what ued their impressive start to the Premier the equaliser. Crystal Palace 2 (Bolasie 68, Cabaye 89-pen) West Brom 0; Manchester City 6 (Aguero 42, 49, 50, 60, 62, De Bruyne 53) League season by beating West Bromwich appeared to be a hamstring injury, with Newcastle 1 (Mitrovic 18); Norwich 1 (Mbokani 68) Leicester 2 (Vardy 28-pen, Schlupp 47); Sunderland 2 (Fletcher 10, James Chester coming on in his place. The former Celtic goalkeeper Albion 2-0 yesterday. Lens 22) West Ham 2 (Jenkinson 45+1, Payet 60). Cabaye teed up Yannick Bolasie for a The one-way traffic moved Pulis, the for- passed the ball straight to Ighalo and 68th-minute header and then scored a late mer Palace manager, to bolster his midfield the Watford striker took advantage penalty to earn Alan Pardew’s side a at half-time, sending on Craig Gardner for by rounding the Poland international English Premier League table after yesterday’s matches (played, won, drawn, lost, goals for, goals against, points): deserved win that provisionally catapulted Saido Berahino. and rolling home his fifth league the south London club up to third place. Palace continued to set the tempo after goal of the season. Ben Watson hit Man City 8 6 0 2 19 7 18 Watford 8 2 4 2 6 7 10 Wilfried Zaha was Palace’s stand-out player, the break and felt they should have been the bar for Watford early in the sec- Man Utd 7 5 1 1 12 5 16 Swansea 7 2 3 2 8 8 9 two days after being left out of the England awarded a penalty when Cabaye’s free-kick ond half, but Gomes was required to squad by Roy Hodgson, who was present at from the left struck Gardner on the arm. save with eight minutes remaining Crystal Palace 8 5 0 3 11 7 15 Norwich 8 2 3 3 12 14 9 Selhurst Park, and won the penalty by But the pressure finally told with 22 min- when Bournemouth centre-back Leicester 8 4 3 1 17 15 15 Stoke 8 2 3 3 8 10 9 drawing a foul from the beleaguered Chris utes to go when Jason Puncheon found Steve Cook sent an acrobatic volley Brunt. Bolasie’s goal was both his first at Cabaye inside the West Brom box and the West Ham 8 4 2 2 17 11 14 Bournemouth 8 2 2 4 10 12 8 towards goal. home since New Year’s Day 2013 and the Frenchman curled in a delightful cross that Arsenal 7 4 1 2 10 7 13 Chelsea 8 2 2 4 12 17 8 first goal that Tony Pulis’ West Brom had Bolasie met with a thudding close-range With five minutes to play Murray conceded on the road this season, as the header. Zaha continued his torment of was handed an opportunity to Everton 7 3 3 1 11 7 12 West Brom 8 2 2 4 6 11 8 Midlands club fell to a first away defeat. Brunt and after the West Brom number 11 secure victory after Capoue was Tottenham 7 3 3 1 9 5 12 Aston Villa 8 1 1 6 8 13 4 Zaha was one of two players brought had brought him down with a tired chal- adjudged to have felled Adam Smith Southampton 8 3 3 2 13 10 12 Sunderland 8 0 3 5 8 18 3 into the Palace team by Pardew, along with lenge, Cabaye netted from the spot to reg- inside the area, but Gomes guessed James McArthur, and he was the star turn ister his second penalty in consecutive the right way to earn Watford a Liverpool 7 3 2 2 7 9 11 Newcastle 8 0 3 5 6 17 3 in the first period as the hosts kept West games.—AFP point. —AFP Venus wins Messi-less Barca Wuhan17 Open beaten18 by Sevilla SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2015

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MANCHESTER: Manchester City’s Sergio Aguero (centre) scores past Newcastle’s Chancel Mbemba during the English Premier League soccer match at the Etihad Stadium. — AFP Five-goal Aguero fires City on top

and Aguero’s display was all the more stun- Silva and beating Tim Krul via a slight ment, all Newcastle’s hard work of the first previous outing. In the 18th minute, Kevin ning as he had failed to find the net since a deflection off Yoan Gouffran. Barely a half being spectacularly undone, and it was Mbabu’s left-wing cross found its way to Man City 6 home win over Chelsea in August. minute later Aguero completed his hat- about to get worse. Georginio Wijnaldum, who turned the ball After cancelling out an effort from trick, in a time of under nine minutes that On the hour, Aguero scored his fourth back into the area for Mitrovic to head in Aleksandar Mitrovic just before half-time, made it the fifth-fastest treble since the goal, and City’s fifth, from another Silva from eight yards. Aguero led a second-half assault on the Premier League was founded. assist, which gave him the time and space There were other chances for the visitors Newcastle 1 Newcastle goal that was devastating in its De Bruyne’s excellent through-ball to steady himself and curl a perfectly- and Joe Hart was forced to save well at the attacking aggression and effectiveness. exposed one of the increasingly glaring judged attempt into the bottom-right cor- feet of Mitrovic after 27 minutes, which was When the dust subsided, City were back on holes in the visiting back line and Aguero ner. Mercifully for Steve McClaren’s to prove a key moment in the outcome of top of the division, with Newcastle 15 was not going to be denied with a finish Newcastle, the scoring frenzy was about to the match. Aguero was taken off to a hero’s MANCHESTER: Sergio Aguero turned in a points below them at the foot of the table. that he lifted over the oncoming goalkeep- end, but not before City had claimed their reception shortly after his fifth goal and City remarkable goal-scoring performance by Aguero opened his account in the 42nd er. De Bruyne claimed the next goal in the sixth goal and Aguero, inevitably, a fifth. could have added more to the rout as the netting five times in 20 minutes as minute as David Silva chipped to the far 53rd minute, making it 4-1, to gain an indi- De Bruyne created the opening with a minutes ticked away. Manchester City came from behind to rout post, Fernandinho headed the ball back vidual reward for his endeavors. A right- low cross from the left flank and Aguero slid De Bruyne curled a shot just wide and Newcastle United 6-1 yesterday. across goal and the City forward headed wing cross from substitute Jesus Navas the ball home. There had been no indication substitute Kelechi Iheancho had an effort Only four other players in post-1992 home powerfully from just inside the six- found the Belgian on the corner of the six- of the drama to come as City struggled dur- punched away acrobatically by Krul as Premier League history-Andrew Cole, Alan yard area. Four minutes into the second half, yard box and a slightly mis-hit volley gave ing a first half in which they fell behind to Newcastle endured another miserable after- Shearer, Jermain Defoe and Dimitar Aguero put City in front for the first time on Krul no chance in the Newcastle goal. McClaren’s team, who were looking to build noon and their wait for a first win of the sea- Berbatov-had scored five times in one game the afternoon, gathering a pass from David The game was becoming an embarrass- upon a battling draw with Chelsea on their son continued. — AFP Chelsea woes deepen Arnautovic lifts Stoke that lost 3-2 at Liverpool last weekend Mourinho’s career and the manager this week found with Jose Angel Crespo and Jordan himself in the unfamiliar position of being forced to Aston Villa 0 Veretout coming in for Jack Grealish and Chelsea 1 defend his methods following reports of discontent Carlos Sanchez, who were on the bench. within his squad. Midfielder Ashley Westwood made his The failure to beat struggling Newcastle United 100th Premier League appearance for the seven days previously had summed up Chelsea’s Birmingham club. Hughes brought on problems, with Mourinho describing the first-half dis- Stoke 1 Southampton 3 Senegalese forward Mame Biram Diouf, play at St James’ Park as being “on a scale of one to 10, who scored the winning goal against minus one”. That was followed by defeat at Porto in Bournemouth, in place of injured Xherdan the Champions League and the Portuguese reacted BIRMINGHAM: Marko Arnautovic secured Shaqiri. by making four changes. Skipper John Terry returned successive wins for under pressure Stoke Senegalese midfielder Idrissa Gana LONDON: Chelsea’s disastrous season continued with to make only his second start in six games, while boss Mark Hughes yesterday with the only Gueye fired wide with Villa’s best chance of a 3-1 home defeat by Southampton yesterday that Radamel Falcao was handed his first league start of goal at fellow Premier League strugglers left Jose Mourinho’s Premier League champions 10 the season in place of the suspended Diego Costa. the first half. Arnautovic thought he had Aston Villa. points off the pace in 16th place. After the recent turmoil, Chelsea needed an early scored after 34 minutes off a cross from Having taken an early lead through Willian, break to settle any nerves and it came after just 10 It maintained Hughes’s winning record Spanish forward Bojan Krkic, but was ruled Mourinho’s side collapsed alarmingly, with Steven minutes when Willian punished the visitors after Oriol at Villa Park as the visitors also claimed offside. But the Austrian made no mistake their first Premier League away win since on 55 minutes when he picked up a Glen Davis levelling for Ronald Koeman’s team before sec- Romeu had fouled Eden Hazard. LONDON: Southampton teammates cele- February. Johnson through ball. Micah Richards ond-half goals from Sadio Mane and Graziano Pelle Curling the free-kick in from the left-hand side of brate after scoring during the English Arnautovic had a goal disallowed but headed wide immediately after as Villa wrapped up the win. the box, the Brazilian directed the set-piece beyond Premier League soccer match against the Austrian forward got the winner 10 desperately searched for the leveller. Mourinho had suffered just one home league goalkeeper Maarten Stekelenburg and into the top- Chelsea at Stamford Bridge stadium. — AP defeat in over four seasons at Chelsea coming into right corner. minutes after the break to give Stoke their Grealish replaced Joleon Lescott at the the season, but has now already seen his side beaten Had Oscar managed to beat Stekelenburg with a the chance to mark his return to Stamford Bridge with second win after last week’s success over break but he failed to spark the side with twice at Stamford Bridge during the current cam- curling shot midway through the half, the home side a goal, only for the left-back to be denied by Asmir Bournemouth to move to 14th with nine Stoke goalkeeper Jack Butland saving paign, following an earlier defeat by Crystal Palace in might have gone on to dominate. Begovic. The equaliser came two minutes before the points from eight games. Rudy Gestede’s low drive on 66 minutes- August. Instead, though, they allowed Southampton to interval when Pelle held off Gary Cahill and chested The pressure is mounting on counter- the first time he was tested by the hosts. There were few signs Chelsea are ready to return come back into the game with Koeman’s side grow- Jose Fonte’s long ball into the path of Davis, who part Tim Sherwood as jeers rang out As the clock ticket down, Gana Gueye struck the ball on the full past Begovic from 20 yards. to the form that saw them cruise to last season’s title ing in confidence and fuelled by a sense of injustice around Villa Park following a sixth defeat smashed a free-kick into the wall in stop- Chelsea’s belief appeared to have disappeared when and the growing discontent around the club was when a strong appeal for a penalty was turned down in eight games that left them stuck in the page time as Villa matched their worst apparent when home supporters greeted the final after Mane appeared to have been tripped by the game resumed after the break and it took another relegation zone. excellent Begovic save and a block by Gary Cahill to ever start to a top-flight season going whistle with a chorus of boos. Ramires. Mane was becoming increasingly influential Villa made two changes to the team back 19 years. — AFP By his own admission, this is the worst spell of and his threaded pass presented Ryan Bertrand with repel efforts from Mane. — AFP 6 signs that you’re a remarkable leader

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ARLINGTON: An employee works on the assembly line at the General Motors plant in Arlington, Texas. —AP Portugal families still in the throes of crisis Hundreds lose jobs, bank credit dries up and sales of new homes plunge

PORTO, Portugal: She used to be a hairdresser 12 percent from 17.5 percent at the beginning terity measures and hefty tax cuts Portugal was year since 2011, double the number of people family’s monthly income does not reach 500 with a mortgage on a spacious apartment in of 2013 at the peak of Portugal’s crisis. required to introduce under the terms of its 78- it was aiding in 2008 when the economic crisis euros. Porto, Portugal’s second-largest city and the The figures have had no impact on people billion-euro ($88-billion) bailout from the hit. Among those who it has helped is 39-year- birthplace of port wine. like Ana Paula, experts say, because the falling European Union and International Monetary old Angelo Monteiro, who has been out of work ‘Desperate situation’ Now Ana Paula, 48, and her husband jobless rate is due mainly to the largest exodus Fund. for four years. He used to earn a living as a For residents of Lagarteiro, a neighborhood Belmiro Silva are out of work, and they are from the country since the 1960s, when right- “We struggle to make ends meet at the end frozen fish salesman. Now he relies on AMI for made up of social housing tower blocks in struggling to put food on the table. With their wing dictator Antonio de Oliveira Salazar was in of the month, every euro counts,” Belmiro said. food and school materials for his 12-year-old eastern Porto, the crisis has made life even 16-year-old son, they live in a tiny flat in a social power. Nearly 500,000 people left Portugal Unable to meet their mortgage payments, the daughter. “We have gone hungry,” said more difficult. “This situation on the ground is housing building. To them, Portugal’s improv- between 2011 and 2014, according to official couple was forced to hand over the keys to Monteiro, his eyes welling up with tears. desperate,” social worker Antonio Jose Pinto ing economic figures mean absolutely nothing. data. Ana Paula was already out of work in 2011 their 100-square-metre (1,080-square-foot) Monteiro also had to give up the keys to his said. “The image the government tries to give is when her husband Belmiro lost his job as a real apartment to their bank and move into a public apartment in a suburb south of Porto when he The impact of the recession and austerity totally false,” she said as she sat at a table of a estate agent, as bank credit dried up and sales housing unit that was half the size. could no longer pay the mortgage, but he still measures “continues to worsen” and “more and charity that helps the poor in Porto, a city of of new homes plunged. “Luckily, we have never lacked food,” said owes thousands of euros to the bank. “It’s really more people in the neighborhood are turning soaring bell towers and baroque churches. Belmiro, a 40-year-old with a receding hairline. hard when you have to explain to your daugh- to drug trafficking and prostitution”, he added. Portugal’s centre-right coalition in cam- ‘Every euro counts’ One in five Portuguese live below the poverty ter why the electricity and the water were cut, Resident Susana Oliveira, 41, has been out of paigning for re-election today on its record of After their unemployment benefits ran out line with an income of less than 5,000 euros per or when you can’t pay for her vaccination work since she lost her job as a cook two years having steered the country through a punish- the couple started to collect a welfare payment year. against allergies,” Monteiro said. ago. “They want to make us believe that things ing international bailout and overseeing a aimed at people with no income. But this was His wife has just found a part-time job at a are getting better in the country, but I don’t return to economic growth last year with slashed by around 25 percent to 305 euros ‘We have gone hungry’ supermarket but that led to a loss of some gov- have anything to feed my children,” she said, expansion of 0.9 percent after three years of ($342) a month by Prime Minister Pedro Passos Portuguese charity AMI has helped around ernment benefits, throwing the family into an pulling open the door of her nearly empty recession. The unemployment rate has fallen to Coelho’s government as part of the harsh aus- 15,000 people across the country get by each impossible Catch-22 situation. Even now, the fridge. —AFP

VW suspends sale of some vehicles in Australia Greek PM wants to move SYDNEY: Embattled auto giant ensure that any vehicles with the so- clarification on how many vehicles here pers have suggested that more than fast on bailout program Volkswagen yesterday suspended the called defeat devices could not be sup- were involved in the growing scandal. 40,000 vehicles made by Volkswagen sale of some diesel-powered cars in plied in the country as it sought urgent Estimates by Fairfax Media newspa- and Volkswagen’s top-of-the-range ATHENS: Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras said yesterday he wants to move fast with the bailout program so that Australia as the fallout from its emis- Audi subsidiary could be fitted with the Greece can cast off the creditors’ tutelage and return to the sions-cheating software expanded. diesel engines that contain the devices. markets. “We need to quickly wrap the first review, so that Volkswagen Group Australia (VGA) Audi Australia said it was also tem- the indispensable discussion on the restructuring of the debt said it met with government authori- porarily suspending the sale of affected can begin,” Tsipras told his Syriza party’s lawmakers after they ties on Friday “to advise them of its vehicles fitted with the 2.0-litre EA189 were sworn in. “Our main goal is to exit as soon as possible strategy in Australia” to address con- diesel engine, certified according to the the supervision and regain access to the foreign markets,” he cerns raised around the world about European emission standard EU5. said.In late October, Greece’s lenders will conduct an audit to the technology. “The suspension of sales for the Audi determine whether Athens is abiding by the reform program. The release of a three-billion-euro ($3.3-billion) tranche of “In its first step, effective immediate- brand relates to the Audi A4, A5 and Q5 aid depends on its findings. ly VGA has temporarily suspended the vehicles with a 2.0 TDI engine only,” it Tsipras, who returned from New York on Friday after sale of affected vehicles fitted with 1.6 said in a statement. attending the UN General Assembly, also said that the US trip or 2.0-litre EA189 diesel engines,” it said “The suspension will remain until during which he talked about the debt problem had been in a statement. the emission issues are addressed in “extremely fruitful”. “The debt problem is international and “The suspension will remain until the those vehicles.” Audi Australia said the solution to it on an international scale can lead to pros- emission issues are addressed in those existing customers would be contacted perity and development for all people,” he said. Ahead of a vehicles,” it added, without naming the in coming weeks about how their cars parliamentary debate that begins Monday on the Greek gov- ernment’s new program, which will culminate with a confi- models of the vehicles affected. can be retrofitted, adding that the 1.6- dence vote on Wednesday, the Greek premier admitted that Volkswagen has admitted that up to 11 litre and 2.0-litre TDI engines certified “difficult decisions lie ahead”. million diesel vehicles worldwide are according to the new EU6 emissions The government must present an overhaul of the coun- fitted with devices that can switch on standard were not affected. Emissions try’s underfunded pension system to make it viable and pollution controls when they detect the cheating devices breach Australian introduce sweeping tax hikes. The new parliament will revise car is undergoing testing. national safety standards and the coun- the 2015 budget, taking into account the reforms, including They then switch off the controls try’s consumer watchdog has warned taxes on farmers’ income that are set to double by 2017. The government must also finalize a procedure to recapi- when the car is on the road, allowing it Volkswagen could be fined up to SYDNEY: Volkswagen cars are lined up on the forecourt of a dealership in talise Greek banks by December, before new EU-wide bank to spew out harmful levels of emissions. Sydney yesterday. Auto giant Volkswagen suspended the sale of some diesel- Aus$1.1 million (US$780,000) for each rescue regulations that could affect depositors come into The Australian development comes a powered cars in Australia as the fallout from its emissions-cheating software pollution-cheating device installed and play in 2016. -—AFP week after Canberra said it would expanded. —AFP in use in the country. —AFP SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2015 BUSINESS 6 signs that you’re a remarkable leader BAYT.COM WEEKLY REPORT KUWAIT: What sustains leadership quali- transparently share their systems credit away from their team mem- to the Bayt.com ‘Employee Engagement of their ability to continuously grow and ties and differentiates the stars from the and processes as well as learnings, tips bers. They give credit where credit is due in the MENA’ poll, 7 in 10 professionals enrich this reservoir of knowledge by middle ranks and plodders in the profes- and concerns with their team. In terms of and are fair, timely and generous with say their manager values the skills and leveraging the intelligence and experi- sional realm? What is the distinction resources needed to perform well, the accolades, rewards, recognition and contributions they make to the compa- ence of those around them. between assigned management roles Bayt.com ‘Employee Engagement in the acclaim for their team members. ny, while 8 in 10 say they are actively and true leadership capacity? MENA’ poll, March 2014, shows that 75 Companies with the highest engage- involved in making decisions that impact 3.True leaders are not afraid of risks Here, the career experts at Bayt.com, percent of respondents have managers ment levels know how to use perform- their work. Far from being afraid of risks, great the Middle East’s leading job site, who do a great job at sharing informa- ance appraisals as a powerful incentive leaders encourage working with cleverly describe the six essential characteristics tion with them. currency. Indeed, a hallmark of these 6. True leaders treat others as they calculated risk-adjusted return scenarios that have come to be identified with true great workplaces is that they have lead- wish to be treated and retrenching then picking up the leadership. 2. True leaders ask questions and lis- ers who conduct fair and action-driven 18 percent of polled professionals in pieces and starting over again when ten appraisals on a regular basis. the Bayt.com ‘Employee Retention in the things turn sour as inevitably in some 1.True leaders lead by example Great leaders know how to be MENA Workplace’ poll, February 2013, scenarios they will. They are masters at Many a great coach was never the assertive and issue directives when 5. True leaders hire, promote and believe that the single most important leading the troops up the hill and at min- very best athlete, but it helps tremen- needed, but they are also masters of tap- encourage stars factor for employee retention is good imizing the losses on the way down then dously if they can play the game superla- ping into the wealth of knowledge and The best leaders are not afraid to hire manager-employee relationships. Aim to at identifying new hills and challenges. tively and coach and mentor from a experience and insights around them by people smarter and better and more walk into your place of work every morn- place of insight, expertise and experi- asking questions and listening and learn- skilled than they are. They know that in ing with an attitude of pleasant can-do 4.True leaders give credit ence. Great leaders will go on meetings, ing from others. 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News California high-speed rail in brief

Kuwait crude oil down seeks private investors 59 cents to $42.45pb KUWAIT: The price of Kuwaiti crude oil was down by 59 cents Friday to reach $42.45 per barrel after being Controversial project gets 35 responses so far at $43.04 pb the day before, said a statement by the Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC) yesterday. At the world markets, the prices for future contracts of oil SACRAMENTO, California: The California large international construction and engi- asked private firms to respond to a list of emissions program in which companies went up due to the current situation in Syria with High-Speed Rail Authority has received 35 neering firms with offices in the United questions on how to reduce costs, speed buy and sell pollution credits. That amount- Russia carrying out airstrikes there. The hike in prices responses from private companies interest- States, such as Bechtel Infrastructure up construction and attract more private- ed to $250 million last year and could was also attributed to a storm hitting oil facilities on ed in financing, building and operating the Corporation, Siemens Industry Inc. and sector investment for a segment from eventually total $3 billion to $5 billion a the east coast of the United States. The price for first 300-mile segment of the controversial AECOM. Laura Mason, business develop- Merced to Burbank, which is scheduled to year. Voters in 2008 also approved nearly American crude went up by 80 cents to reach $45.54 rail project. Officials say the responses are a ment manager for Bechtel’s North America start operating in 2022. $10 billion in bonds for the project, and the per barrel, a similar case for the Brent mix which went positive sign of private interest after law- public infrastructure division, said the com- “Until now we have been saying ‘There federal government has committed $3.5 up by 44 cents to reach $48.13 pb. makers last year dedicated a long-term pany offered its expertise in public-private will be private sector interest.’ Now the pri- billion in matching funds. funding source. high-speed rail partnerships in the United vate sector is saying ‘There will be private Still, California’s project faces political Chief Executive Jeff Morales declined to Kingdom and Korea. sector interest,’” Morales said Friday. uncertainty in Washington, DC as Egypt’s GASC receives provide details Friday about what the com- “It will take new model of contracting He said the responses allow the rail Republican House Majority Leader Kevin offers in wheat tender panies told the agency or make public the that hasn’t been seen before,” she said of authority to benefit from “the collective McCarthy, of Bakersfield, seeks to become ABU DHABI: The lowest offer in Egyptian state buyer responses, saying officials are still review- the California project. experience of firms who’ve delivered big the next speaker. He previously has vowed GASC’s wheat purchase tender that closed yesterday was ing them and plan to meet with the com- Several other firms contacted Friday did projects who can help us determine the to “do whatever I can to ensure that not $189.74 a ton free on board (FOB) for French wheat, panies over the next two months. not immediately respond to requests for best path forward.” one dollar of federal funds is directed to traders said. The offer was made for 60,000 tons, they said. The authority provided a list of 35 firms comment from The Associated Press. The state Legislature agreed last year to this project.” No purchase has yet been made and results are expected that replied, including London-based Facing criticism from opponents for the provide the first ongoing source of finan- Rail officials are expected to brief the later, traders said. GASC is seeking the wheat for shipment Barclays Bank, a group called the Chinese lack of private investors lining up to finance cial support to the project: a quarter of all board of directors on the industry respons- Nov. 1-10. Abdelfattah said earlier Saturday that he would High Speed Rail Delivery Team and several the $68 billion project, the rail authority revenues from the state’s greenhouse gas es at a board meeting next week. — AP accept offers of wheat with a moisture content of up to 13.5 percent. S&P raises Spain’s rating BoJ to trim forecast for one notch ahead of polls economic, price growth MADRID: Standard & Poor’s raised Spain’s debt Standard & Poor’s predicted exports will rep- rating on Friday by one notch to BBB+, lauding resent about 34 percent of Spain’s GDP by the end TOKYO: The Bank of Japan (BoJ) will this month cut its fore- government labor market reforms that improved of 2015, up from 25 percent in 2008. The collapse cast for both economic growth and inflation amid a slow- the country’s economic prospects, handing Prime of a decade-long property bubble in 2008 down in the global economy and cheaper commodities, a Minister Mariano Rajoy a fillip a day after he called plunged the Spanish economy, the euro-zone’s leading newspaper said yesterday. a general election for December 20. fourth largest, into its worst economic downturn The central bank will unveil the downward revisions in its Along with announcing the upgrade with a since Spain returned to democracy following the biannual outlook for economic activity and prices report due stable outlook, the agency raised its forecasts for death of longtime dictator General Francisco out October 30, the Nikkei business daily said. annual growth in Spain in 2015-2017 to an aver- Franco in 1975. BoJ policymakers will downgrade the forecast for eco- age of 2.7 percent, from 2.2 percent in its previous The country returned to growth in 2014 with nomic growth to around one percent from 1.7 percent for the forecasts made in April, reflecting the effects of an expansion of 1.4 percent-the first year since current fiscal year to March 2016, the daily said. It added that labor and other reforms. 2008 in which there has been full-year growth- the following fiscal year’s growth estimate would also be low- “Spain’s economy has benefited from two although the unemployment rate stood at 22.4 ered from 1.5 percent, but did not give details. The Nihon rounds of labor market reforms since 2010, which percent in the second quarter, the highest level in Keizai Shimbun-or Nikkei daily, which recently bought the have improved competitiveness of the export and the European Union after Greece’s. Financial Times for $1.3 billion-has a track record of financial services sector, and from easier financial condi- The government predicts the economy will scoops and is considered a must-read for executives. tions,” it said in a statement. Spain first reformed expand by 3.3 percent this year and by 3.0 per- With China and other emerging markets slowing, the its labor laws in 2010 under the previous Socialist cent in 2016. global economy is seen expanding by only about three per- government mainly be reducing severance pay- cent this year, with little hope of a quick improvement in outs and making it easier to lay off workers tem- ‘Sign of confidence’ 2016, it said. porarily during bad times. Economy Minister Luis de Guindos said Japanese business investment, consumer spending and This was followed by another reform by con- Standard & Poor’s decision to raise Spain’s debt other economic activity is holding up well in the Bank’s view, servative Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy in 2012 rating “was a sign of confidence in the Spanish but it forecasts that domestic growth may fall somewhat that also made it even cheaper to easier to fire economy and its future.” While Standard & Poor’s short of expectations, it added. The central bank is also workers and which limited power of unions to said employment growth should continue to expected to trim its consumer price growth forecast, from its negotiate collective-bargaining agreements boost consumer spending, thus tax receipts, it earlier estimate of 0.7 percent to less than 0.5 percent for the across entire industries or regions. said “further budgetary tightening will likely be current fiscal year in the wake of a slump in crude oil prices, “The Spanish economy is more open than it necessary” if Spain is to meet its target of a public the daily said. The Nikkei did not publish what the specific was seven years ago. Although external risks con- deficit of 0.3 percent of GDP by 2018. The Spanish new forecast. MANAMA: Central meat market employees wait for customers in Manama. tinue to overshadow any growth model based on government’s forecast for the public deficit-a key BoJ policymakers will consider pushing back the bank’s The island kingdom of Bahrain has ended its government subsidies on meat net exports, Spain has a strong track record of indicator of financial stability that measures how expected timeframe for achieving its 2.0 inflation target, now and poultry products as countries across the Persian Gulf scramble to deal gaining international market share in goods and much spending exceeds income-stands at 4.2 described as around the first half of fiscal 2016 starting in with low global oil prices. —AP services,” the ratings agency said. percent of GDP for this year. — AFP April next year, according to Nikkei. — AFP

EXCHANGE RATES

Al-Muzaini Exchange Co. 20 gram 226.690 Saudi Riyals 81.580 US Dollars Mint 0.299700 0.303700 10 gram 116.040 Jordanian Dinar 427.235 5 gram 58.700 Asia ASIAN COUNTRIES Egyptian Pound 38.610 Japanese Yen 2.529 Sri Lankan Rupees 2.150 Bangladesh Taka 0.003494 0.004094 Indian Rupees 4.628 Indian Rupees 4.607 Chinese Yuan 0.046034 0.049804 Hong Kong Dollar 0.037033 0.039783 Pakistani Rupees 2.902 UAE Exchange Centre WLL Pakistani Rupees 2.899 Srilankan Rupees 2.151 Bangladesh Taka 3.889 Indian upee 0.004375 0.004765 Nepali Rupees 2.863 Philippines Pesso 6.473 Indonesian Rupiah 0.000017 0.000023 Singapore Dollar 213.220 CURRENCIES TELEX TRANSFER PER 1000 Cyprus pound 577.500 Japanese Yen 0.002470 0.002650 Hongkong Dollar 39.138 Australian Dollar 196.18 Japanese Yen 3.520 Kenyan Shilling 0.003152 0.003152 Bangladesh Taka 3.898 Canadian Dollar 229.47 Syrian Pound 2.605 Korean Won 0.000246 0.000261 Philippine Peso 6.481 Swiss Franc 316.73 Nepalese Rupees 3.875 Malaysian Ringgit 0.066046 0.072046 Thai Baht 8.303 Euro 344.28 Malaysian Ringgit 68.910 Nepalese Rupee 0.002905 0.003075 US Dollar 303.15 Chinese Yuan Renminbi 48.020 Pakistan Rupee 0.002841 0.003121 GCC COUNTRIES Sterling Pound 462.68 Thai Bhat 9.315 Philippine Peso 0.006336 0.006616 Saudi Riyal 80.923 Japanese Yen 2.57 Turkish Lira 100.240 Sierra Leone 0.000067 0.000073 Qatari Riyal 83.359 Bangladesh Taka 3.892 Singapore Dollar 0.208860 0.214860 Omani Riyal 788.200 Indian Rupee 4.578 Bahrain Exchange Company South African Rand 0.016069 0.024569 Bahraini Dinar 805.900 Sri Lankan Rupee 2.165 Sri Lankan Rupee 0.001864 0.002444 UAE Dirham 82.621 Nepali Rupee 2.856 Taiwan 0.009583 0.009763 Pakistani Rupee 2.901 CURRENCY BUY SELL Thai Baht 0.008058 0.008608 ARAB COUNTRIES UAE Dirhams 0.08248 Europe Egyptian Pound - Cash 40.640 Bahraini Dinar 0.8056 British Pound 0.454103 0.463103 Arab Egyptian Pound - Transfer 38.762 Egyptian Pound 0.03860 Czech Korune 0.004615 0.016615 Jordanian Dinar 0.4312 Bahraini Dinar 0.796877 0.804877 Yemen Riyal/for 1000 1.416 Danish Krone 0.041914 0.046914 Omani Riyal 0.7872 Egyptian Pound 0.037896 0.040726 Tunisian Dinar 155.540 Euro 0.335122 0.343122 Jordanian Dinar 428.180 Qatari Riyal 0.08358 Iranian Riyal 0.000084 0.000085 Norwegian Krone 0.032390 0.037590 Lebanese Lira/for 1000 2.022 Saudi Riyal 0.08086 Iraqi Dinar 0.000192 0.000252 Romanian Leu 0.087004 0.087004 Syrian Lira 2.163 Jordanian Dinar 0.423784 0.431284 Slovakia 0.009048 0.019048 Morocco Dirham 31.561 Kuwaiti Dinar 1.000000 1.000000 Dollarco Exchange Co. Ltd Swedish Krona 0.032580 0.037580 Lebanese Pound 0.000152 0.000252 EUROPEAN & AMERICAN COUNTRIES Swiss Franc 0.306281 0.316481 Moroccan Dirhams 0.020538 0.044538 US Dollar Transfer 303.300 Rate for Transfer Selling Rate Turkish Lira 0.095914 0.106214 Nigerian Naira 0.001252 0.001887 Euro 343.900 US Dollar 228.200 Omani Riyal 0.781372 0.787052 Sterling Pound 463.590 Canadian Dollar 228.065 Australasia Qatar Riyal 0.082598 0.083811 Canadian dollar 232.410 Sterling Pound 460.590 Australian Dollar 0.206090 0.217590 Saudi Riyal 0.080243 0.080943 Turkish lira 101.350 Euro 342.735 New Zealand Dollar 0.189782 0.199282 Syrian Pound 0.001285 0.001505 Swiss Franc 315.610 Swiss Frank 295.710 Tunisian Dinar 0.150578 0.158578 Australian dollar 216.860 Bahrain Dinar 804.725 America Turkish Lira 0.096914 0.106214 US Dollar Buying 302.100 UAE Dirhams 82.845 Canadian Dollar 0.225465 0.233965 UAE Dirhams 0.081596 0.082745 GOLD Qatari Riyals 90.835 US Dollars 0.299200 0.303700 Yemeni Riyal 0.001371 0.001451 SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2015 BUSINESS Canon showcases latest sustainable services The Hotel Show 2015

DUBAI: Canon, a world leader in imaging sector’s carbon footprint while providing ing a wide spectrum of services and solu- solutions, showcased sustainable services cost saving, efficiency, innovation and secu- tions that can not only improve costs for and solutions at The Hotel Show 2015. The rity. The company also highlighted its hoteliers, but also make their industry more digital imaging solutions leader highlighted Business “Gamechanger” campaign wherein eco-conscious and secure. IT best practices for the hospitality sector it demonstrated how it is effectively adapt- “Kyosei, Canon’s corporate philosophy is through interactive demos of eco-smart and ing itself to provide new and advanced serv- the driving force behind all that we do. We cost-friendly products including copiers, ices. try to live and work together for the com- security cameras, projectors, network video During the event, Canon participated in mon good, across our various offices. We solutions, laser printers and more. The Vision Conference panel discussion on aim to grow our business responsibly and The Hotel Show, which ran until September 30. The Vision Conference, now we believe that sustainability is integral September 30, presents a holistic view of in its third year, includes an extensive pro- together as it makes for a healthier society the hotel industry in Dubai, one of the gram offering the latest insight, trends and and an improved environment.” Christine world’s largest centres of tourism. market intelligence across hospitality. Shadi Davidson, Group Event Director of the dmg Canon Middle East (CME)is firmly com- Bakhour, General Manager for Canon events hospitality portfolio said:”I am mitted to the GCC’s hospitality sector, which Emirates, contributed to the panel discus- pleased to have Canon Middle East join the is expected to grow at an annual rate of 9.5 sion ‘A hotel viewpoint - sustainability for a event as Vision Conference Partner and percent to US$35.9billion by 2018, from better tomorrow?’ Additionally, Canon was exhibitor. Canon is a well-known global US$22.8billion in 2013, according to a report also a part of this year’s highlight, TecSec, a brand and this event provides the perfect by investment bank Alpen Capital. In the Shadi Bakhour, General Manager, Canon Emirates technology and security summit that edu- platform for world leading global brands to last year alone, Canon Emirates, a subsidiary cates hoteliers and restaurateurs on using connect and communicate with senior deci- of CME, has already facilitated 25 percent them in doing so. and security-capabilities. cutting-edge automated practices to deliver sion makers in the hospitality sector. They cost saving for city hotels in their overall This year Canon displayed even greater As Vision Conference Partner for The a seamless guest experience. showcased a wide range of products includ- print related expenditure by using Managed innovation to its product range under four Hotel Show, Canon showcased, first hand, Bakhour said: “At Canon, we recognize ing ones that can print documents from the Print Services. Hotels constantly seek ways main categories: NVS and Projectors, LFP, how it is redefining the industry through that the hospitality industry is fast-evolving, size of a business card to banners the height to improve their business reach to potential Office and Laser, each of which demon- the manufacture of hospitality-focused especially in the UAE. We believe that there of the Burj Khalifa. They shared excellent customer and Canon Emirates has helped strates cutting-edge efficiency, productivity, products and solutions that can improve the is huge room for Canon to grow by provid- input and insight during the show.”

Gulf Bank announces winners of Al-Danah daily draws

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CHICAGO: More than a decade ago, the US the resources to conduct the kind of comprehensive tion of the engine’s operation and barometric pressure. Environmental Protection Agency helped develop a tests that might have nabbed VW, and they rely on Out on the road, the exhaust system would switch technology that ultimately was used by an independ- automakers to self-report data in a kind of honor sys- back to allowing more pollutants to pass through the ent laboratory to catch Volkswagen’s elaborate cheat- tem. “They trust the auto companies to tell the truth. nitrogen oxide trap and spill out of the tail pipe. ing on car emissions tests. But EPA used the technolo- And the auto companies have proven time and again Volkswagen’s 2009 Jetta and Jetta Sportwagen gy primarily to test trucks rather than passenger cars that they don’t tell the truth,” said Dan Becker, director models passed the dynamometer tests and were certi- because such heavy equipment was a much bigger of the Safe Climate Campaign and a veteran of the fied for sale in the US. polluter. fight for tougher car emissions regulation. “We can’t In addition to certification, the EPA runs spot checks That decision meant that the US regulator missed allow the students to test themselves and submit their on cars representing 15-20 percent of models in a year its best chance to foil the German carmaker’s decep- own grades.” to verify the data from manufacturers. tion early on. The portable emissions measurement The crucial step in the US testing system is “certifica- “We can’t do a 100 percent check of every data systems that EPA pioneered might have subjected VW tion” of each new model or family of models, allowing point for every model,” said Byron Bunker, director of diesel cars to on-road tests and discovered they were them to be sold in the US To get that EPA stamp of the EPA’s vehicle compliance program. “We focus on CBK receives Najma spewing up to 40 times the allowable levels of key pol- approval, car manufacturers run their own tests and new vehicles, new technologies or those where we lutant nitrogen oxide under normal driving conditions. submit sometimes thousands of data points to the have a concern.” EPA’s National Fuel and Vehicle Without that test, VW was virtually home free and EPA. Emissions Laboratory in Ann Arbor, Michigan, ran spot grand prize winner evaded detection for seven years. “If EPA had used the The EPA requires carmakers to follow a test script checks on VW’s 2009 models that validated the compa- technology back then (on diesel cars), we could have that has not changed in more than a decade. The script ny’s data by running an identical series of laboratory caught it,” said Margo Oge, who was director of the must be the same, experts said, in order to compare tests. KUWAIT: CBK’s Retail Banking Division quarters where he presented a check of EPA’s office of Transportation and Air Quality at the vehicles or validate data. They put the vehicles on a After that, emissions tests are not required at US General Manager, Paul Daoud recently KD 100,000. Al-Bedewi expressed time and headed the office for 18 years until 2012. But dynamometer - a treadmill for cars - that accelerates ports of entry for imported cars or at dealerships. And received the Al-Najma account grand absolute joy over winning the prize and she doesn’t regret EPA’s decision to focus that technol- and slows down at a programmed interval known as a most states do not require owners of diesel cars to sub- prize winner, Tahani Abdulrazzaq Al- said that she was surprised to know that ogy on manufacturers of trucks and heavy equipment, “drive cycle.” A device measures pollutants from the mit them to an emissions test to get a car registration Bedewi and her father at CBK’s head- she was the winner. which had a record of cheating on tests and accounted tailpipe. renewed. The 21 states that do test diesel vehicles usu- for a much bigger portion of US pollution than the nas- Aware of the script, VW installed 2009-2015 diesel ally are not equipped to catch cheaters. Most only cent diesel car business. models with software that sensed when the vehicles examine data stored in on-board-diagnostics systems Interviews with former and current EPA officials and were on the treadmill and switched the emissions sys- for a record of faults that would indicate a broken com- other auto and environmental experts suggest that tem to trap the right amount of nitrogen oxide. That ponent or a maintenance problem. But in the case of Pacific Rim nations close in although the US has the world’s toughest auto emis- sophisticated software algorithm sensed things such the Volkswagens, if the cars were operating as on a landmark trade deal sions standards, federal and state regulators don’t have as the position of the steering wheel, speed, the dura- designed, no fault would appear. —AP

ATLANTA: Pacific trade ministers are Mexico, Amari said, noting countries optimistic of closing a sweeping Pacific were “one step away from completion”. Global commodity price slump Rim trade deal after progress on Friday He said that Mexico, Canada and on hurdles involving autos, dairy prod- Japan had neared terms of a deal on ucts and intellectual property protec- increased dairy market access and that sends ripples around the world tions for expensive biologic drugs. the remaining issues involved New Ministers represented in the Trans Zealand and the United States. Pacific Partnership (TPP) talks in Atlanta New Zealand, which has 17 percent TARKWA, Ghana: In the boom times munities dependent on the raw materi- A HUGE BUBBLE though downturns in Indonesia, met for 20 minutes before breaking for of global dairy trade, making it the when the price of gold was soaring, als they produce. In Tarkwa, a town of The United Nations Conference on Malaysia and developed economies such negotiators to resume work on specific largest exporter, has been pushing for Ebenezer Sam-Onuawonto had a dream 34,000, production of gold continues but Trade and Development (UNCTAD) says as Japan and South Korea have also con- issues, work that Japan’s Economy improved access for its exports as part job and a dollar salary many times the several firms have stopped work or laid falling commodity prices threaten eco- tributed to the situation. Minister Akira Amari said on Friday of the TPP. national average in this mining town in off staff in the last two years as the nomic and political stability in develop- Commodity-producing powerhouses would likely go on all night. But the United States is unwilling to southwestern Ghana. When the price fell, effects of the price slump trickled down. ing economies across Latin America, such as Brazil, Australia, South Africa and The United States and Australia are allow in more imports unless its farmers he lost his job as human resources chief One African bank has shut its Tarkwa Africa, the Middle East and Asia. The Russia are now in economic downturns. locked in intense negotiations over the in turn secure better access for exports at a mining company that closed its local branch, bars and hotels are emptier and events are seen by some experts as sig- A halving of the oil price in the past year length of time pharmaceutical compa- in Canada and Japan. “I think the operations and could only find work in a the streets are less clogged with traffic as nalling the end of a commodity “super- has been especially painful for Russia, nies have exclusive rights to produce remaining issues are between New construction firm in another city, far from people struggle with new financial prob- cycle” in which prices surged following also hit by sagging metals and mining and market next-generation medicines. Zealand and the United States,” Amari the house he built in Tarkwa for his wife lems. “Since the fall in the gold price, the rapid industrialisation of China after it prices. Australia is one of a group of half a said of the talks involving dairy trade. and six children. things have never been the same,” said opened up in the 1980s. “Hundreds of billions of dollars were dozen countries resisting a US push to Negotiators were hoping to wrap up “I hardly see my kids now,” said Sam- Yvonne Mensah, who has seen business Countries and companies made huge spent in new oil, natural gas, iron ore, set a standard of eight years protection Trans-Pacific Partnership talks by yester- Onuawonto, his life changed as a result wilt at the stationary shop she runs from investments in commodities while prices coal and many other commodities in the and see five years as a red line. Amari day when a joint news conference by all of a slump in global commodity prices a converted shipping container. were still high in almost all energy and expectation that China would continue said talks on the issue of biologic drugs 12 ministers has been scheduled. whose impact is being felt around the Ghana as a whole, once Africa’s star raw material markets, but this resulted in to grow insatiably forever,” said Frederic “were centered on the United States and Mexican Economy Minister Ildefonso world on currencies, companies, con- economy, is suffering. Not only is gold it oversupply when economies stalled in Neumann, Co-head of Asian Economic Australia” and that negotiators were Guajardo joked that he was confident sumers, national economies and - poten- biggest source of foreign exchange but what had been booming markets. Research at HSBC in Hong Kong. “putting their heads together” to try to enough to bet money on wrapping up tially - governments. the price of oil, which it also produces, Many producer countries are paying “That’s changed, so many of the find an agreement. the deal, which would establish a free At one end of the wealth scale, the has sunk, it has double-digit inflation and the price for failing to predict the end of investments made by governments and On the third day of talks, major trade zone covering 40 percent of the rout has affected huge companies such the value of the cedi currency has the cycle and not reducing their depend- companies now look really bad, and progress had been made on another key world economy, yesterday. “I think that as Swiss-based trading and mining com- declined. ence on commodities. that’s hitting economies and company sticking point, the auto trade involving the dynamics are very positive,” he told pany Glencore, whose market value has There are similar tales of misfortune The most important factor in the stocks hard ... It’s been a huge bubble, a Japan, Canada, the United States and reporters. — Reuters shrunk in the past year. At the other end, across the continent, with the impact felt price slump is seen as the economic massive misallocation of capital which it holds the key to the fate of entire com- on both the poor and the middle class. slowdown and drop in demand in China, now has to be wound down.” — Reuters SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2015 BUSINESS

KSE stocks come under selling pressure BAYAN WEEKLY MARKET REPORT KUWAIT: Kuwait Stock Exchange (KSE) ended last week in the red zone. The Price Index closed at 5,720.65 points, down by 0.59 percent from the week before clos- ing, the Weighted Index decreased by 0.67 percent after closing at 386.63 points, whereas the KSX-15 Index closed at 929.84 points down by 0.81 percent. Furthermore, last week’s average daily turnover decreased by 13.86 percent, compared to the preceding week, reach- ing KD 13.54 million, whereas trading vol- ume average was 141.75 million shares, recording a growth of 17.63 percent. Kuwait Stock Exchange indices record- ed losses last week, affected by the pres- the week, the Price Index continued its percent compared to its level in 2014, cent closing at 1,072.46 point, while the ence of many negative factors which downward direction, followed by the where it reached then KD 27.98 billion. Insurance sector came in the second pushed some investors to execute ran- Weighted and KSX-15 indices, affected by As far as KSE annual performance, the place after closing the week at 1,113.70 dom selling operations, and caused many the strong selling pressures on the small- Price Index ended last week recording point and losing 1.06 percent, followed of them to refrain from trading until see- cap stocks and the profit collection oper- 12.47 percent annual loss compared to by Oil & Gas sector in the third place after ing positive motivators in the horizon. ations on the leading stocks that realized its closing in 2014, while the Weighted closing the week at 797.59 point, and los- The three stock indicators ended last gains in the previous session. Index decreased by 11.91 percent, and ing 1.01 percent. The Consumer Services week with large losses in parallel with the Moreover, the market ended the the KSX-15 contracted by 12.28 percent. sector was the least declined during last grouped declines recorded by the GCC week’s sessions with losses to its three week, as its index recorded a weekly loss stock markets during the week, as the indicators, whereas the market witnessed Sectors’ Indices of 0.25 percent, closing at 1,019.57 point. negative impact is still controlling the a strong profit collection operations Three of KSE’s sectors ended last week trading activities among decreased caused many stocks’ prices to drop, both in the green zone, while nine recorded Sectors’ Activity investors’ confidence and noticeable the leading and small-cap stocks, among declines. The Technology sector headed The Financial Services sector domi- decline in the trading activity, whereas a noticeable decline in the trading activi- the gainers list as its index grew by 6.12 nated a total trade volume of around the market was subject to a strong trend ty, especially the value, which decreased percent to end the week’s activity at 172.56 million shares changing hands of selling for profit operations, concen- by around KD. 3.5 million, or 23.30 per- 917.65 points, followed by the Basic during last week, representing 30.43 per- trated on large-cap and small-cap stocks. cent compared to the previous day. Materials sector, as its index recorded a cent of the total market trading volume. As far as the daily trading activity, the On the other hand, the market cap for weekly increase of 0.57 percent closing at The Real Estate sector was second in stock market ended the first trading ses- KSE reached by the end of last week KD 976.10 point. The Banks sector came in terms of trading volume as the sector’s sion with mixed closing for the three 25.66 billion, down by 0.64 percent from third place, as its index increased by 0.54 traded shares were 26.60 percent of last of value; with a turnover of around KD was approx. KD 9.83 million representing indices, among a declined liquidity level its level in a week earlier, which was percent, closing at 921.94 points. week’s total trading volume, with a total 18.16 million or 33.54 percent of last 18.15 percent of the total market trading by 16.93 percent, whereas the Price Index around KD 25.82 billion. However on an On the other hand, the Consumer of around 150.81 million shares. week’s total market trading value. The value. — Prepared by the Studies & was able to realize small gains as a result annual level, the market cap for KSE list- Goods sector headed the losers list last On the other hand, the Banks sector’s Financial Services sector took the second Research Department, Bayan to the active speculative operations that ed companies recoded a decline of 8.29 week, as its index declined by 1.60 per- stocks were the highest traded in terms place as the sector’s last week turnover Investment Co. included few small-cap stocks, whilst the profit collection operations executed on a number of the leading stocks caused the Weighted and KSX-15 indices to drop by the end of the session, among an increased trading volume reached 79.43 percent. Also, the stock market continued its mixed performance in the second ses- sion of the week, whereas the profit col- lection operations executed on some small-cap stocks, pushed the Price Index to close in the red zone, while both the Weighted and KSX-15 indices were able to compensate its previous session’s loss- es, supported by the relatively active trading on some operational and heavy stocks, among a decline in the volume level by 32.26 percent and increased trading value compared to the previous session. However in the pre-final session of US stocks end higher despite rising gloom WALL STREET WEEKLY MARKET REPORT

NEW YORK: Wall Street stocks closed the (Fed Chair) Janet Yellen was scared to raise his namesake company, announced he brand for Gap. Next week’s calendar reading of services sector activity for week on a positive note thanks to a late- interest rates” at the September policy meet- would step aside as chief executive and includes a handful of early earnings reports, September, US trade data for August and afternoon rally Friday, but a weak US jobs ing, Volokhine said. Not all of the week’s US hand over the top executive post to Stefan including PepsiCo, Alcoa and Monsanto. the minutes from the September Federal report added to worries that the economy is economic data was bad. The Conference Larsson, global president of the Old Navy Key economic reports include the ISM Reserve monetary policy meeting. —AFP slowing. The late surge lifted stocks into Board’s consumer confidence index rose in positive territory for the week, with the Dow September to 103.0 from 101.3 the prior Jones Industrial Average finishing up 157.70 month, beating market expectations for a points (0.97 percent) at 16,472.37. The sharp drop in confidence. broad-based S&P 500 rose 20.02 (1.04 per- In another positive sign, September auto cent) to 1,951.36, while the tech-rich sales from carmakers showed US autos con- Nasdaq Composite Index advanced 21.20 tinued to be bought at brisk pace. (0.45 percent) to 4,707.78. Lightweight vehicle sales in September The benign tally belied the rising pes- jumped 15.8 percent from a year ago to 1.44 simism that the US economy will not escape million, lifting the pace of sales to the fastest the ripple effects of a slowing China and a since July 2005, according to Autodata. continually sluggish Europe. Some leading analysts still see US stocks regaining some Rising euro-zone, China gloom momentum in the final months of 2015. But data outside the US continued to Goldman Sachs forecasts the S&P 500 will paint a gloomy picture overseas, raising return to 2,000 at the end of the year after worries of contagion. China’s crucial indus- suffering its steepest drop in four years in trial companies saw profits fall 8.8 percent the third quarter. in August from a year ago, while euro-zone But analysts expressed alarm over inflation again slipped into negative territo- Friday’s jobs report. The Labor Department ry (-0.1 percent) in September. estimated the US economy added just “There’s a lot of fear in the market,” 142,000 jobs in September, well below ana- Volokhine said. In corporate news, Alcoa lyst estimates of 205,000. The government announced plans to split itself into two also trimmed its estimates for jobs added in companies, one focused on upstream min- July and August. ing and smelting and the other on manu- The jobs report “would indicate fairly facturing aluminum products to supply strongly the US economy is slowing more industries including aerospace and auto significantly than expected,” said Hugh manufacturing. Johnson of Hugh Johnson Advisors. In other deal news, Energy Transfer “The word ‘recession’ is starting to come Equity said it would acquire the Williams into the dialogue.” Gregori Volokhine, presi- Companies for about $37.7 billion to create dent of Meeschaert Capital Markets, said a giant in US oil and gas pipelines, while the weak jobs report added to other lack- data-storage company Western Digital luster data points, such as an Institute for announced that Chinese technology com- Supply Management reading that showed pany Unisplendour Corporation will pay near-flat manufacturing activity in $3.78 billion for a 15 percent stake in the US September. company. “We are beginning to understand why Ralph Lauren, the 75-year-old founder of NEW YORK: Trader Jeffrey Vazquez works on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange on Friday. —AP SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2015 BUSINESS Kuwait may post KD2-3bn budget deficit

AL-SHALL WEEKLY ECONOMIC REPORT

y the end of September 2015, the first Mizan Co scored KD 308.4 million, almost 382.8 points, dropping by 36 points, or by -8.6 from KD 29.708 billion on 31/12/2014 to KD sector came second in highest drop in value half of the current fiscal year 2015/2016 equal to the value of the 19 companies. percent, compared with the end of the second 26.315 billion, i.e. -11.4 percent declines. It is by -20.4 percent. The Financial Services Sector Bended and average oil price for We should know that raising the interest quarter 2015, when it closed at 418.8 points. worth noting that the number of companies, scored the third highest drop by -18.2 per- September scored $ 44 per barrel, which is $ rate is coming in the short term meaning it is a And it dropped by 61.2 points, or by -13.8 per- whose value increased, compared with the cent. -1.2 per barrel lower (-2.7 percent) than the matter of time. The stock exchange is no need cent, compared with the end of last year. Al- end of last trading day of 2014, was 44 compa- Value of traded shares during the third average of August at $ 45.2 per barrel. It is for a new rival on liquidity because it is in its Shall scored its highest level reading during nies out of 191 companies. 144 companies quarter (61 work days) scored about KD 766.2 also lower by $ -1 per barrel, -2.2 percent, lowest level. This makes time very important the third quarter was on July 15, 2015 at 423.9 scored varying losses in their value while value million ($2.523 billion) lower by KD 315.1 mil- than the new hypothetical price per barrel for and of high value. Acting in accordance with points and the lowest reading was scored on of 3 companies did not change. If we exclude lion, or by -29.1 percent than the second quar- the current budget at $ 45 per barrel. It is how- the usual slow government bureaucracy is September 6, 2015 at 372.7 points. The stock the companies whose market capitalization ter value in the amount of KD 1.081 billion. ever lower by $ -31 than the hypothetical price inadequate. Slow action towards these mat- exchange index, a price index, scored 5,726 was increased or reduced, HumanSoft Holding The highest trading value in one day scored for the past fiscal year which was at $ 75 per ters under the current stock exchange condi- points by the third quarter (6,535.7 points in Co scored the highest rise in value by 164.9 KD 23.3 million on 24/08/2015 and the lowest barrel. The average price for the Kuwaiti oil tions, as in the public finance, is not better but the end of last year), a drop by -12.4 percent. percent; the Kuwait Syrian Holding Co came value was on 07/07/2015 by KD 6.2 million. price in September 2014 of past fiscal year is much more dangerous. The weighted index scored 388.4 points by the next by 96.6 percent rise. On the other hand, Daily average trading value of shares scored 2014/2015 scored $ 95.4 per barrel. The last fis- end of the third quarter (438.9 points in the ‘National Slaughterhouse Co’ scored the KD 12.6 million, a drop by -24.5 percent below cal year which ended on March 31, 2015 KSE performance Q3 end of last year), a drop by -11.5 percent. biggest loss in value with -56.7 percent drops the second quarter level which scored KD 16.6 scored $ 81.3 per barrel. This means the aver- KSE performance during the third quarter Market Capitalization value of all the 192 in value followed by Al-Mudon International million average (65 working days). Trading age price for September 2015 lost about -45.9 was less active vis-a-vis the second quarter of listed companies scored KD 26.623 billion. Real Estate Co with -53.7 percent losses. All 12 during the third quarter focused on the bank- percent of the average price of the barrel of oil 2015. All main indexes, including value of the When we compare their value with the end of sectors achieved drop in value including the ing sector and value of traded shares scored for the past fiscal year and lost -53.9 percent of general index, declined. Al-Shall index reading December 2014 for 191 listed companies, we oil and gas sector which dropped by -30.8 per- KD 202.5 million, 26.4 percent of total value of the average price for September 2014. in the end of September 2015, scored about note their value dropped by KD 3.393 billion cent, the highest. The telecommunications traded shares in the market. The Financial According to figures published in the Services Sector came next by a value of KD monthly follow up report of the State’s finan- 153.2 million, 20 percent, of total market. cial accounts for August 2015 issued by min- Total volume of traded shares scored 8.085 istry of finance, Kuwait have achieved oil rev- billion shares, a daily average by 132.5 million enues until the end of last August -5 months- shares, a drop by 62.2 million shares, or by - about KD 6.881 billion. Kuwait is assumed to 31.9 percent, compared with the second quar- have achieved about KD 1.2 billion in oil ter. Volume of deals scored 192.1 thousand revenues in September. Therefore, anticipated deals, a daily average of 3150 deals, and a oil revenues will increase during the period of drop by -22.3 percent below their level in the 6 months to about KD 8.1 billion, 75 percent of second quarter. estimated oil revenues for the entire current When we compare performance of the past fiscal year which is in the amount of KD part of 2015 (186 working days) with its coun- 10.7575 billion. But the rise of oil revenues this terpart in 2014 (183 working days), we note fiscal year is conditioned by the rise in the that value of traded shares scored KD 3.177 bil- average barrel of oil price to exceed the first lion ($$10.5 billion), declining by -31.9 percent half fiscal year price average at $ 53 per barrel. from trading value in the same period of 2014 Assuming production and prices would which was worth KD 4.664 billion. This means continue at their present levels -an assump- the market was less in liquidity in the past part tion which may not be realized- it is expected of the current year compared with the liquidity that value of potential oil revenues for the of the same period of last year, as of a result of entire current fiscal year would score about KD several factors that affected over the market 16.2 billion, which is about KD 5.4 billion high- during the third quarter, most notably, slowing er than the oil revenues estimated for the growth in global economy, the fluctuation of budget. Adding some KD 1.5 billion in non-oil oil prices, the China crises and the phenome- revenues, which actually exceeded the two non of the optional withdrawal of some com- billion dinars for the past two fiscal years, total panies from the market, and other effective budget revenues for the current fiscal year factors. Performance of the absolute and com- would score KD 17.7 billion. Comparing this parative market will remain weak unless liquid- figure with the expenditures allocations of ity rises in the fourth quarter. about KD 19.2 billion, the general budget for the current fiscal year 2015/2016 would likely Comparative performance score a deficit by about KD 2-3 billion without By the end of September, the third quarter deducting the transfers to the Future of 2015 ended. Until September 17, the mar- Generations Reserve. However, this deficit fig- kets remained in a state of strict alert to the ure depends mainly on the average oil price Federal Reserve Bank’s likely decision about and its production in the remaining part of the interest rates. Therefore, markets continued fiscal year (6 months). If it remains at their negative performance for most of the September average of $ 44 per barrel, the month. Until September 21, two working days deficit will rise to KD 4-5 billion also without after the decision of fixing interest rates, 12 deducting the transfers to the Future markets out of 14 achieved negative perform- Generations Reserve. ance after which they began adjustment. The outcome for September performance was KSE liquidity negative too. 21 markets achieved negative Market liquidity -its trading value- during performance, though slight, if compared with the first nine months of the current year August performance. The total resultant of scored KD 3.177 billion meaning liquidity the performance of these markets during decline by -31.9 percent vis-a-vis KD 4.664 bil- three quarters of the year remained negative lion in the same period of 2014. This is no dif- with 13 markets sustaining losses and only ferent from the average daily value in the past one market gaining. part of this year and its value in the same peri- The biggest loser was the Japanese market od of 2014. There is also another weakness whose index lost about -8 percent in element, ie the passage of time this year was September. for more decline in liquidity. The daily trading The German market was the second major average value scored KD 22.2 million, for the loser by losing -5.8 percent and the third first quarter of the current year, KD 16.6 million major loser was the Chinese market which for the second quarter, and KD 12.6 million for lost -4.8 percent. Four markets lost more than the third quarter. 10 percent each last August. The 7 Gulf mar- This declined is not due to one factor or kets remained in the negative zone and four of party nor to the entire public administration in them remained in the bottom of the zone. At Kuwait. The regional geopolitical events and the lowest bottom lay the Kuwaiti market with the weak oil market are two negative influenc- its weight index. Next to it was the Saudi mar- ing factors, but their movement is beyond ket which was best performer in the first half control of any country. But there is some that of the year. The decline of the Chinese market remains under control of many parties within softened, which lost -12.5 percent of its index each country that should adopt a declared last August, which scarred other global mar- and definite strategy to alleviate liquidity kets and achieved modest performance by - decline damages and the unjust decline in 4.2 percent in September. The French market prices of some stocks as well as a wave of remained lonely in the positive zone accord- withdrawals, some are deserved, but others ing to its performance in the three past quar- are harmful and undeserved. ters of the year. Part of the reasons for liquidity reduction is In general, world capital markets were the failure of the local public administration in exposed to the extraordinary negative factors adopting any measure and adopting any in past part of the year. China, which is the sec- measures to reduce unnecessary costs of the ond largest global economy and the largest global financial crisis in 2008 with only one trade partner to most of its states, is threat- exception for the banking sector and the ened by slow growth rates. The euro-zone suf- Central Bank’s efforts in protecting it. fered from the cost of preserving its unity with Therefore, most global markets recovered as the Greek crisis. The United States, the largest well as most of the region’s markets, except for global market, which is influenced by the two the Kuwaiti market. The market remained with events, is confused with its interest rates. Their extra load of paper companies, and a declin- raising is due for the sake of a more stable ing liquidity due to high risks until it has future; non-lifting conveys a message of sus- become unable to take off. Liquidity distribu- tained weakness of its economy and the glob- tions of the first three quarters of the year indi- al as well. cate that 97 companies representing 50 per- The states of the region with its 7 markets cent of listed companies, (including the Pearl lived through a more difficult situation. They Real Estate Co and the Union Real Estate Co were shocked by the drop in their sharp and which are off-listed now) captured about 2.5 rapid oil revenues after a period of loose finan- percent only of market liquidity despite specu- cial policies that lasted for more than a lation fits on each other every now and then. decade. To worsen matters, geopolitical events Therefore, the responsible authorities should continued their escalation. Therefore, the divide the market companies into two: one result of most markets performance was either containing a large number of non-liquid or negative or weak. The effective and causing insolvent companies and another contains the factors in that performance do not seem acci- liquid and solvent companies. Then it encour- dental or short-termed. Coexisting with them ages the withdrawal of the former and studies may last long. justifications of withdrawal of the latter if any Performance in October and perhaps in the and their remedy. This measure helps efforts of remaining months may be subject to fluctua- convincing operational companies outside the tion with results being positive and weak for market to seek listing and helps reduce risks the mature and emerging markets while fluc- and efforts of market makers system contem- tuation may be sharper in the region’s markets plated for the end of the current year. in both directions subject to the develop- In addition, reducing the load, ie substan- ments in oil prices and geopolitical events. tial reduction of listed companies even by sur- gery like imposing higher fees on non-liquid Weekly performance of KSE or insolvent companies which means increas- The performance of Kuwait Stock Exchange ing the liquidity share of the remaining com- (KSE) for the last week (4 working days due to panies which will provide better evaluation for Eid Al-Adha Holiday) was mixed than the pre- their prices which is of paramount significance vious one, where the indices of the trade vol- psychologically or increasing confidence level ume and number of transactions, show an in the entire market. Here is one digital con- increase, while the trade value and the general vincing example for the insignificance of most index show a decrease. Al-Shall Index (value withdrawals. We calculated the market value index) closed at 73973 points at the closing of of 6 companies whose withdrawal timing has last Thursday, showing a decrease of about 3.6 been accepted and defined, 13 companies points or about 0.9 percent compared with its applied for withdrawal. The capital market of level last week and it decreased by 64.3 points these 19 companies scored KD 371 million or about 14.5 percent compared with the end while the market value of the recently listed of 2014. SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2015 BUSINESS UAE’s non-oil sector in good shape despite low oil prices NBK ECONOMIC REPORT KUWAIT: Growth in oil GDP is expected to be anemic delivered the desired results of cooling off the proper- lending restrictions imposed if credit growth begins in the near-to-medium term amid weak global ty sector and curbing speculative buying. These to see significant gains and the loan-to-deposit ratio demand and ample supply in the oil market. Real oil measures have also been recently compounded by edges higher. GDP is projected to come in at around 0.3 percent y/y an on-going rise in housing levels, and a change in Annual growth in broad M2 money supply has in 2015, versus the 4.0 percent y/y growth rate seen in preferences and risk appetite within the residential been trending downwards since mid-2014, mainly 2014. Non-oil sector growth is poised to be resilient at property market. due to a high base and more recently lower govern- rates of near 5 percent y/y in 2015 and 2016. This sec- Against a backdrop of greater supply, sellers have ment deposits. Monetary policy remains accom- tor will continue to be led higher by buoyant levels of become increasingly willing to lower prices to meet modative and there is room for monetary tightening activity in the tourism and construction (particularly buyers’ expectations. Also, more and more buyers are if need be: the UAE’s three-month and one-month in transport and hospitality) sectors. Activity in the opting for more affordable (mid-range) and/or end- interbank rates have remained low and below 1 per- construction sector is set to accelerate as the Dubai use housing. While transaction values continue to fall, cent in 2014 and in 2015 so far. Thus far in 2H15, we Expo 2020 draws closer. growth in the number of transactions, has to some have seen a slight uptick in both rates. A rise in the US The Markit Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) wit- extent, been recovering of late thanks to rising activi- Fed rate is expected to further tighten liquidity condi- nessed a healthy pick up in August. After softening ty in the more affordable housing segment. Looking tions in the banking sector, albeit with some time lag. over recent months, UAE’s headline PMI (a forward ahead, we expect to see more of this shift towards looking economic indicator) rose again in August mid-range housing. As a result, the pickup in activity y/y. Inflation in the housing segment has been on an Current account surplus Market performance from 55.8 in July to 57.1, thanks to strong gains in out- in the mid-range sector may eventually help offset upward trend since the end of 2013 on the back of a The current account surplus is poised to remain The main Abu Dhabi and Dubai indices, continue put, new orders and purchases. A reading above 50 the slowdown in activity in the luxury segment. recovery in the residential property sector. (Chart resilient and steady at around 15 percent of GDP in to hover at high levels, but were recently pressured by demarks expansion, whilst one below demarks a con- The property market has also been hampered by 3.)The steep rise in housing costs in 1H15 mainly 2015, on the back of strong non-oil export revenues. a stream of disappointing economic data from China traction in activity. The strong gains in output and a stronger dirham relative to key emerging market came on the back of the one-off hike in electricity and Downward pressures on the surplus from lower oil and by jitters ahead of a potential US Fed hike. new orders more than offset the drop in the new currencies, denting sales from Russian as well as from water tariffs (for both nationals and expatriates) and export earnings and higher imports, are being partly Growing worries about China and a looming US export orders index. Export orders fell to a two-year Asian nationals. But with the majority of buyers being the removal of the rental cap in Abu Dhabi. But with offset by robust non-oil export revenues, especially Fed hike have also been reflected in the main credit low of 54.4 in August against a backdrop of a stronger from the UAE or GCC region (dollar-based), the more housing set to enter the market and the effect from the tourism and real estate sectors. Also, the default swaps (CDS), good indications of the level of US dollar (and thereby UAE dirham) and weak global impact is expected to be limited going forward. of the one-off hike in utility tariffs set to wane, we stronger US dollar and therefore dirham, has helped risk within an economy, which ticked slightly upwards demand. Inflationary pressures appeared to be rather It is safe to conclude that Dubai’s property market should see inflation in the housing segment steady lower the cost of imports. recently. The CDS on five-year Dubai and Abu Dhabi subdued as input costs and staff costs remained is going through a significant correction and that the over the medium-term. A potential removal of sanctions on Iran by the government debt stood at 209and 65basis points steady. It is also worthwhile to note that employment measures that were put in place have so far shep- West, could be a huge boost for UAE trade, particular- respectively, at the start of September. conditions have remained stable, even amid lower oil herded the market in the right direction: steadier Small fiscal deficit in 2015 ly in the non-oil sector. The UAE is Iran’s biggest non- prices, with the sub-index consistently above 52 over price growth and an increase in end-users rather than The UAE’s 2015 fiscal balance (breakeven oil price oil trading partner and Iran’s biggest source of US dollar-dirham peg the past five months. This should help allay fears of speculative buyers. But it may be still too early to say if is $70/b) is expected to churn out a small deficit amid imported goods. The dirham has been pegged to the US dollar at a major disruptions to domestic consumption and thus the correction ran its course. steady spending and lower revenues. The UAE gov- rate of $1 = 3.673 Dhs since 1997. The current the overall economy. ernment has no current plans to cut back on spend- Bank credit growth exchange rate policy has thus far helped the UAE We may be seeing the nascent affects of the long- Consumer price inflation ing. Growth in bank loans continues to trend upwards economy instil macroeconomic stability, keep the rate awaited changes in the UAE’s companies’ law. One of After accelerating throughout 1H15, headline The fiscal balance is projected to fall from an esti- even amid softer oil prices and a slowing real estate of inflation in check and maintain investor confi- the changes includes lowering the minimum percent- inflation is expected to steady over the coming mated surplus of 3 percent of GDP in 2014, to a deficit market, as the rest of the non-oil sector continues to dence. However, the peg has come under pressure of age of equity that a company needs to float, from 55 months as housing inflation (which weighs heavily on of approximately 1.3 percent in 2015. (Chart 7.) With hold strong, the construction sector in particular. late against a backdrop of falling oil prices and a percent to 30 percent. This should lead to an increase overall inflation) sees some stabilization. A stronger abundant financial reserves, which make up a stag- Loan growth (as of August) is currently hovering at stronger US dollar against most other currencies. in initial public offering (IPO) activity, as the 55 per- US dollar and lower commodity prices will also help gering 200 percent of GDP, it is unlikely that the UAE around 8.6 percent y/y. With capital spending expect- However, thanks to the country’s abundant foreign cent requirement was deemed too high by entrepre- limit any further significant gains in the headline infla- economy will carry out any significant fiscal consoli- ed to increase further in the run-up to the Expo 2020 reserves, the UAE has enough ammunition to defend neurs, reluctant to divest too much from their own tion rate. Subsequently we forecast inflation in the dation at least in the medium-term. Both Dubai and in Dubai, we should continue to see healthy gains in its peg to the US dollar. The stronger dollar has led to businesses. consumer price index (CPI) to average close to 3.5 Abu Dhabi are scheduled to maintain their high levels loan growth. an appreciation in the UAE’s trade-weighted index percent in 2015. Latest data (July) showed inflation in of public spending. Public spending in Dubai is Deposit growth has been trending lower since the (chart 14), increasing the costs of its exports and mak- Residential property price the CPI reaching a new high of 4.4 percent y/y. This expected to accelerate in the run-up to the Expo 2020 start of this year, mainly on the back of a slowdown in ing it a more expensive place to visit and invest in for Growth in sales prices in Dubai’s residential prop- came on the back of another month of double digit event and as a large portion of its maturing debt government deposit growth. As of August, total expatriates outside the GCC region and the US. erty sector continued to trend lower in early 2015. growth in housing costs and a somewhat steep rise in becomes due around the same period. deposit growth stood at a mere 0.6 percent y/y. Exports, non-oil exports in particular, may be Growth in both apartment and villa sales prices food inflation (from 1.4 percent y/y in June to 3.4 per- Should the UAE be pressured to do some fiscal Growth in government deposits is slowing as public hammered slightly by the strength of the dirham; slipped back into negative territory at the beginning cent y/y in July). The sharp rise in food inflation is pro- consolidation or budget cuts, then we may see fur- expenditures remain high and oil revenues continue given that the UAE’s major trading partners are in of 2015, for the first time in three years. According to jected to be short-lived however, as it was likely due ther reductions in the subsidy levels (5 percent of to dwindle. Consequently, the loan-to-deposit ratio Asia, which continues to see further depreciations Asteco, a major real estate services company, prices of to the timing of the Holy Month of Ramadan and the GDP in 2014) and Abu Dhabi federal services (7 per- has been edging higher recently, but as of August it in their respective currencies. However, since a apartments in Dubai fell by 5 percent y/y in 2Q15 Eid Holiday, during which the demand for food typi- cent of GDP in 2014). In July the UAE authorities remains modest at 102.3 percent. majority of tourists are from the GCC region and whilst villa prices fell by 10.2 percent y/y during the cally sees a relatively stronger pick up. announced that fuel prices would be deregulated Government deposits are closely correlated with UAE nationals are the largest investors in real estate, same period. Furthermore, whilst housing inflation did log in starting in August. This should help lower subsidy oil revenues. Unless oil prices pick up, growth in concerns of a significant slowdown in the respec- The imposition of higher transaction fees in 4Q13 another consecutive month of double digit growth, it costs over the medium-term, when global oil prices deposits is expected to slow further as oil revenues tive sectors and ultimately the non-oil economy and federal mortgage caps in early 2014 undoubtedly eased slightly from 10.2 percent y/y to 10.0 percent are expected to recover. continue to weaken. As a result, we may see some should be limited.

NBK offers customers valuable prizes weekly via Online and Mobile Banking

KUWAIT: National Bank of Kuwait (NBK) offers its customers the chance to win valuable prizes weekly when using NBK electronic channels. In an exclusive campaign valid until 7 January 2016, NBK customers who enroll or use NBK’s Online Banking and Mobile Banking Application are eligible to enter weekly draws to win apple watches and android smart watches. NBK customers will have a chance to enter a weekly draw for every financial transaction made through these channels. The more financial transactions conducted the higher Warba Bank promotes branch chances customers will get to win. “NBK is keen on delivering superior value to its customers,” said Mohammed Al Othman, NBK Deputy manager to area manager General Manager, Consumer Banking Group. “NBK’s electronic channels KUWAIT: As part of its ongoing keenness to exe- of the branches managers due to their solid bank- branch manager and this added to his banking adopt the-state-of-the-art banking Mohammed Al-Othman, cute the Bank’s plan aiming at developing skilled ing experience. For this purpose, an internal com- experience in terms of supervision, direction, cus- technologies and standards with the NBK Deputy General Manager, Kuwaiti caliber across all sectors and benefitting mittee composed of Retail Banking, Human tomer service, product marketing and achieving objective of providing utmost con- Consumer Banking Group from their experience, Warba Bank promoted Resources and Business and Strategic Planning results. From his part, Al-Shail expressed his thanks venience and ease to customers.” Abdullah Nasser Al-Shail, Salmiya Branch Manager, Sectors has been specifically formed. As per estab- to the executive management for this appointment “Now, NBK customers can enjoy transferring funds locally or to any to the position of Area Manager. Abdullah will be lished practices, the Committee interviewed the that was based on transparent professional bases. both convenient banking services NBK bank account outside Kuwait responsible for overseeing the performance of nominated branches managers for the position to He also mentioned that he was very proud of the and an exclusive chance to win valu- with no fees, and reduced fees to any Warba Bank’s branches and following their devel- account for the business plan of each candidate management’s trust specially that the Bank is mak- able prizes weekly,” Al-Othman added. bank in the world, making payments, opment and performance for achieving their goals. through a presentation including the candidate’s ing strong presence under the severe competition NBK is the first in Kuwait to provide ordering checkbooks, requesting a In addition, he will participate in implementing the future objectives, previous supervisory experience among local Islamic banks and this increases the a Mobile Banking application compat- printed account statement, a branch Bank’s branches geographical expansion plan. He and overall knowledge of the retail sector in partic- volume of our responsibility as a work team for ible with iOS 9 to ensure continuity and ATMs locater and much more. will play a vital role along with Branches Manager ular and the banking sector in general. The candi- achieving more innovative and better. and convenience in the service level NBK customers can register on NBK to enhance means of providing innovative new dates have also undergone character analysis and Warba Bank continues on further enhancing the provided to customers. Online Banking by visiting NBK’s web- products and services that fulfill financial and mental and practical abilities tests known as national labor employment percentage as embodi- All NBK customers can benefit site www.nbk.com. NBK customers banking needs of Warba Bank’s customers at the “Thomas Analysis” to be able to understand their ment of the Board of Directors and Executive highest professional standards. technical and practical abilities to bear the respon- Management strong belief in the importance of from the most developed banking can also download NBK Mobile As part of the Branches’ Strategic Expansion sibilities of this position and the potentials of each creating job opportunities for Kuwaiti caliber and services and products on NBK Mobile Banking application by visiting the Plan, that necessitates the appointment of an Area candidate for development. supporting the banking sector with new promising Banking application and NBK Online associate store on their mobile Manager for overseeing the performance of Warba Abdullah Al-Shail joined Warba Bank team since ideas in addition to compliance with the instruc- Banking, including checking balances, devices. branches, a decision has been taken to select one the beginning of its inception where he served as a tions of the regulatory authorities in this regard. Gulf Bank announces Tawasul Telecom signs new rewards program partnership with Paltel KUWAIT: Tawasul Telecom, the leading rounding areas through Paltel network. provider of MPLS Networking Services in the Both Tawasul Telecom and Paltel con- KUWAIT: Gulf Bank yesterday announced the launch check their balance, redeem points instantly online GCC and the Middle East signed a new coop- firmed their enthusiasm about this coopera- of Gulf Rewards, the fastest and most rewarding for flights and hotel stays, and benefit from frequent- erative partnership agreement with tive agreement which reinforces their commit- points program in Kuwait. This exciting new pro- ly advertised special offers. (PalestineTelecommunications Company) ment to provide sophisticated quality services gram rewards Gulf Bank credit card holders with free Gulf Rewards customers can use their points by Paltel. Salem Almulaifi, Chief Marketing & tailor-made to guarantee flexibility, conven- airline tickets and hotel stays. Membership gives cus- booking flights on virtually any airline (no blackout Strategy Officer at Tawasul Telecom, said ience and safety. It is also worth observing that tomers the benefit of instant points that can be dates), or by booking accommodation from 300,000 about the partnership “We are glad to Tawasul Telecom is continuously applying its redeemed online to fly free anytime, anywhere, and hotels worldwide. Travel service redemptions will be announce our new strategic partnership with strategy to enhance and develop the infra- to stay free in one of 300,000 hotels worldwide. provided by Gulf Bank’s travel partner, Alghanim Paltel, the leading Telecommunications structure of its cloud network that spans the All existing Gulf Bank credit card holders are auto- Travel, who will provide travel service redemption. providers in Palestine and the region. The sign- Middle East, Europe, Asia, and Africa. matically enrolled in Gulf Rewards, and the program CÈsar Gonzalez-Bueno, Chief Executive Officer at ing of this agreement will fall in-line with is free for the first year. Points are earned for each Gulf Bank, said: “We are pleased to launch the new Tawasul strategy for expansion linking of the Tawasul Telecom and every transaction made with a Gulf Bank credit Gulf Rewards program to our existing customers, and GCC and Middle East to the world”. Tawasul Telecom has successfully pio- card; the more a customer spends on their credit look forward to welcoming new customers attracted Almulaifi confirmed, that the new agree- neered the provisioning of IP based services card, the more points they will earn. Additionally, by the wide range of benefits the program offers. ment adds to the Company’stactical growthby Salem Almulaifi across multiple borders in the GCC and the customers earn even more points when they use This program is unique in that customers can book expanding into new markets, while simultane- Middle East. The company has successfully their credit cards for international transactions. flights and vacations at a moment’s notice, choosing ously growing its global reach. and access services to reach different coun- engaged with regional carriers and interna- With Gulf Rewards it is easy for customers to use their flights or hotels from one of the widest selec- From his side, Maen Melhem, General tries. The move will see an exchange of tional Tier 1 operators, and has established a their points. To ensure the redemption procedure is tions of airlines and hotels in the world. We value our Manager at Paltel said: “As part of our strategic Telecom services between the two companies unique pan-gulf, next generation IP network. as straight forward as possible, Gulf Bank has created customers’ loyalty, believe in building long-term rela- partnership with Tawasul Telecom the leading in their respective areas; Paltel will be provided Tawasul Telecom provides its partners with player in the GCC market, a track record of suc- a one-stop-shop for a fully-redundant highly- a dedicated webpage on its website at www.e-gulf- tionships, and are committed to providing our cus- with access to Tawasul MPLS network, which cess that significantly helped in improving available end-to-end solution, which empow- bank.com, where customers can view their points, tomers with the best and fastest services available.” connects the Middle East including six GCC Telecom landscape in the region, and enabled nations, Egypt, and Iraq, and in return Tawasul ers them to tackle the any-to-any challenge Paltel to deliver state-of-the-art connection Telecom will have access to Palestine and sur- faced by their clients today. technology SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2015

Huawei Honor to bring Honor 7 to the Middle East

uawei Honor, the number one smartphone e- will be looking to secure this further with the launch ing world-record breaking, champion slack-liner on October 12th! It is supposed to be an awe-inspir- brand, has officially announced that it is of Honor 7, as well as solidify its game-changing sta- Andy ‘Sketchy’ Lewis, over to Dubai to take part in the ing event in itself, and I am anxious to start scoping Hbringing the Honor 7 to the Middle East on tus in the market. launch event. Andy is set to reveal plans of his next out how I may be able to realize my own goal of 12th October as part of its hugely successful global Chris Sun Baigong Vice President of Huawei Honor world record slack lining attempt, where he will walk becoming a world-record holder in the Middle East. I roll out. Having already made waves around the in the Middle East commented, “After all the global across a slack rope between two nail-bitingly high feel privileged to be working with Honor as I have world after reaching more than 9 million pre-orders hype regarding the Honor 7, we are delighted to points in Dubai, in partnership with Honor. Kept well dreamed to create history in this spectacular region. I and selling out in just one day in Europe, the Honor 7 announce that it is now coming to the Middle East under wraps but months in the planning, Andy will feel grateful to have such an innovative partner to will help catapult the Honor brand to achieve USD 5 on 12th October. Based on the huge wave of antici- work with Honor to scope out some of the most icon- help make it happen and this will be a truly monu- billion by the end of this year. Honor is already on pation and subsequent sell out success, we have high ic buildings in the city during his visit next month. mental and unforgettable achievement.” The launch track to achieve its target of 10% market share in expectations of the Honor 7 in this region.” Andy Lewis commented, “I am absolutely thrilled event will take place at Art Sawa in Al Quoz on 12th online phone sales in the Middle East this year and As part of its brave global roll out, Honor is bring- to be coming to Dubai to mark the Honor 7 launch October by invitation only.

Platform wars: Why Amazon ditched Apple TV, Chromecast Hidden GPS devices to track LOS ANGELES: Amazon’s abrupt decision to ble that Amazon is now flexing its muscles to suspects raise legal concerns stop selling Apple TV and Chromecast devices get Apple to give in. has led to a lot of head-scratching, with analysts The same can’t be the case for Google, and pundits alike wondering why the retailer which doesn’t charge media services the same MINEOLA, New York: For months, police trying to would forego the revenues from two of the mar- fees. However, Google and Amazon have plen- solve a Long Island robbery spree had little more to ket’s best-selling consumer electronics devices. ty of other issues they disagree on, including go on than grainy surveillance footage of a man in a Amazon would like consumers to believe it’s all Amazon’s App Store. Speaking of consumer hoodie and black ski mask holding up one gas sta- about Prime Video not being available on either. confusion: It’s a little-known fact that Amazon tion or convenience store after another. That was Critics muse that it’s a thinly veiled move to sell isn’t actually distributing Amazon Video until the gunman made off with a stack of bills that more Fire TVs. The truth is likely a lot more com- Android app for mobile phones and tablets on investigators had secretly embedded with a GPS plex, and part of a new platform war that pits Google Play. Instead, it is asking consumers to tracking device. Amazon against Apple and Google. It will likely first come to its website, download the Amazon Within days, a suspect accused of pulling off take some time for the real backstory behind app, and then download the Amazon Video nearly a dozen heists - including one in which a Amazon’s move to emerge. In the meantime, it’s player. clerk was killed - was behind bars, and officers were worth looking at some possible reasons: This is telling about the role online video is crediting technology that has become common- Consumer confusion. Amazon argued that playing for Amazon: The company doesn’t place over the past five years or so. consumers are confused about Chromecast and charge consumers directly for Prime Video, and “Those tools are part of our arsenal,” Nassau Apple TV not offering access to Amazon Video. instead just uses it as a reason to sell more County Police Chief Steven Skrynecki said after the That’s actually true: Amazon’s own support Prime subscriptions. Amazon does make some arrest this summer, adding that GPS is now used “as forums feature hundreds of posts from con- money with VOD, but it’s likely negligible when a matter of course in our investigations.” But the tiny sumers wondering why they can’t access Prime compared to other revenue streams. And as satellite-connected devices - embedded by the Video on Chromecast. However, at least on the such, the Amazon Video app for Android cur- manufacturer or slipped by police into stacks of surface, there’s an easy fix for this problem: rently functions as a trojan horse for Amazon’s cash, pill bottles or other commonly stolen items - Amazon could just add Chromecast support to own app store, which directly competes with are raising questions from legal experts over what its Amazon Video Android app, like thousands of Google Play. they see as the potential for abuse by law enforce- other developers have done with the help of ment authorities. They wonder whether some of Google’s Cast integration tools. Likewise, the Google’s Android grip these cases will stand up in court. company could easily build its own Apple TV Amazon previously tried to add its app store app, especially now that Apple has brought an to applications it distributes via Google Play, but Constitutional boundaries app store to its streaming device. Google’s terms of service don’t allow this. It’s In 2012 the US Supreme Court took up the possible that Amazon is trying to get conces- police practice of planting GPS trackers on suspects’ MINEOLA: A map is displayed at a news conference at the Nassau County District App store tax sions from Google on this front, but unlikely that vehicles to monitor their movements, and it set cer- Attorney’s Office that shows the gas stations that Jason Golson-Orelus is accused of rob- The fact that Amazon hasn’t done either is a Google would give in. Google’s grip on Android. tain constitutional boundaries on their use. It bing. - AP business decision, not a technical issue. And Amazon and Google have been having a some- stopped short of saying a warrant is always Amazon removing Apple TV and Chromecast what adversarial relationship for some time, required. But that narrow ruling didn’t specifically from its store just means that the company thanks in large parts to Amazon’s decision to use address the embedding of GPS devices pre-emp- the police don’t arrest them for six months and just someone walks out the door with a GPS tracker, a could not agree on business terms with Google Google’s Android operating system for its own tively in objects that are apt to be stolen. Nor did it collect information about how they’re living their silent activation signal is sent to police. Officers can and Apple. Terms like... The app store tax. Apple Fire tablets and its Fire TV devices, without address how long police can engage in tracking or life, that could be problematic.” then use an online map, updated every few sec- has been charging developers 30 percent for including any of Google’s apps. how they can use that information. Also, legal experts worry that innocent people onds, to pinpoint the object’s location, any in-app purchase or subscription payment, One area where this conflict has been play- That has left judges with little guidance. “This is could get in trouble for unwittingly possessing The use of GPS has expanded as the devices which has long been a point of contention. ing out is actually Chromecast: When Google the latest chapter in the challenge to the Fourth something implanted with a GPS device. “Just have gotten smaller. Trackers as thin as a pencil can Amazon would likely want Apple to forego or at launched its streaming stick two years ago, con- Amendment by new technology,” said George because Jim steals the money, maybe the one wad be hidden in wads of about two dozen bills. They least lower these fees before it agrees to bring sumers could briefly use it in conjunction with Washington University constitutional law professor that had the GPS was one he gave to pay off a loan, are also slipped into “bait bottles” of pills to thwart its app to Apple TV. It’s possible that both com- Amazon’s Fire tablets as well. However, Google Jonathan Turley. “There is always a concern technol- or he borrowed a friend’s car and left that one drugstore thieves. The bottles are typically kept panies couldn’t agree on mutually acceptable has since closely tied Chromecast to its official ogy can outstrip existing constitutional law. Now it’s there,” said New York lawyer Amy Marion. In a case behind the counter and are handed over by the terms, which is why Apple TV is launching with- version of Android, in turn breaking Chromecast up to the courts to decide when police depart- on appeal in Buffalo, a bank robbery defendant pharmacist if a robber demands drugs. The maker out Prime Video. And it’s also very much possi- support for Amazon’s mobile devices. — Reuters ments can use this technology to facilitate an arrest who police say was caught with a GPS-tagged bag of the painkiller OxyContin says such bottles used and prosecution.” of money is challenging his conviction, though not in 33 states have helped police make nearly 160 So far, there have been few constitutional chal- on constitutional grounds. He contends the cash arrests. lenges, in part because the technology is new, but was not enough to convict him. In Redlands, California, a criminal attached a also because some defendants have pleaded guilty. “skimmer” - a device for stealing people’s credit card Legal experts said the courts have generally held Shrinking privacy numbers - to a gas pump. Police put GPS on the that when people steal something containing a The use of GPS highlights what some experts skimmer, then caught the suspect after he collected tracking device, police are within their rights to go bemoan as the fast-shrinking zone of privacy nowa- the equipment. In other cases, officers have made after them. For decades, police have been catching days, when security cameras are seemingly on arrests through “virtual stakeouts” after leaving car thieves through LoJack radio-tracking devices. every block, wireless devices broadcast our loca- trackers in copper wire, bicycles and laptops. But civil libertarians said a legal issue could arise tions and tollbooths electronically record our trav- In Long Island’s Nassau County, 23-year-old if police deliberately leave the tracker on for an els. “Not only are we living in a fishbowl society, the Joshua Golson-Orelus has been charged with mur- extended amount of time to find out, for example, government can now track us in real time in the der and armed robbery in the series of heists. His what other crimes the suspect might be mixed up fishbowl,” Turley said. attorney declined to comment about the role of in. “As a baseline, I don’t think people should be GPS is the 21st-century version of the exploding GPS. “We’re in a different world than we were 30 tracked with GPS without a warrant,” said Jay dye pack that bank tellers slip into the bag of mon- years ago,” said James Carver, president of the police Stanley, a policy analyst with the American Civil ey during a holdup. The pack blows up outside the union in Nassau County, “and we need to take Liberties Union. “If somebody steals an object and bank, staining the robber and the cash. When advantage of what’s being offered out there.” — AP Drone market to hit $10

SEOUL: A visitor tries LG Electronics Inc.’s new smartphone the V10 during its unveil- billion by 2024: Experts ing ceremony. — AP LONDON: The market for military drones is added. However, it also faces competition LG unveils smartphone with expected to almost double by 2024 to from China, Russia, India, South Korea and beyond $10 billion (8.9 billion Euros), accord- Japan-whose combined sales are predicted Google officially dual display, better camera ing to a report published Friday by specialist to reach $3.4 billion by 2024. The market is defense publication IHS Jane’s Intelligence being driven by demand for new technology Review. and different ways of using UAVs, according becomes Alphabet SEOUL: South Korean smartphone maker in the smartphone market in recent “The global defence and security market to Jane’s. LG Electronics Inc unveiled a new smart- months, falling to the seventh place glob- for Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) will “Operators are now moving to expand SAN FRANCISCO: Google is officially ‘Alphabet.’ phone Thursday with an additional screen ally as Chinese vendors surpassed its ship- expand at 5.5 percent per year over this their mission sets beyond visual surveillance Google Inc on Friday completed the move to reorgan- and a camera that can capture a wider ments. Is second-quarter market share decade, from the current figure of $6.4 bil- and reconnaissance, and are introducing ize as Alphabet, and its stock will begin trading as scene when taking a selfie, hoping to was 3.8 percent, down from 4.7 percent a lion,” according to the analysis. “Unmanned sophisticated intelligence and electronic war- Alphabet on the Nasdaq under the same tickers arrest a slide in its market share. year earlier, according to Counterpoint systems are here to stay,” said Derrick Maple, fare systems, as well as a wider range of muni- “GOOG” and “GOOGL” on Monday. Each share of The V10 comes with another screen Technology Market Research. principal analyst on unmanned systems for tions,” said Huw Williams, unmanned systems Google will be automatically converted to Alphabet above the main 5.7-inch display. The small The new phone’s front camera is the London-based group. “These systems are editor for IHS Jane’s. “As technology matures, stock. Mountain View, California-based Google said in second screen can stay on to display equipped with a standard 80-degree lens well established, combat proven and are an we are set to see Unmanned Combat Air August it would create a new company that would weather, time and date when the main and a 120-degree wide-angle lens option. essential and expanding element of future Vehicles (UCAVs) come in to service,” he oversee both its highly lucrative Internet business and display is turned off. It has room for fre- That means a larger group can fit into a operations across the globe.” Israel was the added. “These will feature ‘stealthy’ character- its growing flock of other ventures like building self- quently-used apps and can receive notifi- selfie shot taken with the V10. “The ability top exporter of UAVs last year, but is set to be istics and advanced payloads and weaponry. driving cars and researching ways to prolong human cations while using the main screen to to take group selfies without a selfie-stick overtaken by the United States through sales They will operate alongside manned aircraft life. The goal is to provide more independence for watch a video. The V10 smartphone is LG’s has never been easier,” LG said in a state- of General Atomics Predator series and and eventually even replace them in many divisions like Nest, which makes Internet-connected latest attempt to make headway in the ment. The V10 phone will go on sale in Northrop Grumman Global Hawk, said the roles.” Drones were used extensively by the home appliances, and Calico, which is conducting cut- premium mobile phone market. Its flag- South Korea later this month for 800,000 report. Western Europe is forecast to reach US military during its operations in ting-edge health research. As part of the reorganiza- ship G series phones were edged out by won ($678) without a contract from a car- $1.3 billion in sales by 2024 as it seeks to Afghanistan, but have since been increasingly tion, CEO Larry Page said the company will begin new phones from Samsung and Apple. rier, followed by the US launch next reduce its reliance on US and Israeli imports, it used in civil applications. — AFP reporting financial results by segments. — AP The company has lost its market share month. — AP SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2015 HEALTH & SCIENCE

Disease, injury stalking migrants on long road to Europe

MYTILENE: As volunteer doctors, they infant formula and baby wipes, a mother the camp of Kara Tepe near the island a day free of charge, but we can’t do to an Athens hospital, but her parents are accustomed to treating injuries and tries to describe through an interpreter capital of Mytilene, while other nationali- more,” he says. Funding cuts applied never took her there. And another boy disease outbreaks in conflict zones-but that her daughter is suffering from ties are directed to Moria, another camp across the board since the Greek eco- returned to the road with a barely-healed now duty calls on Greek soil. abdominal pain. further north of the port town. nomic crisis began in 2010 have also hit fractured leg. “Most of them are focussed In the mobile Medecins du Monde Her boys are also covered in insect the Lesbos health centre. “The migrant on their destination and their survival mobile unit on the island of Lesbos, bites. “Gastroenteritis, mosquito bites,” is Funding cuts influx has cost us around 700,000 euros instinct overcomes their needs,” says attending to thousands of refugees and the speedy diagnosis. Medicine is given In Moria, there are just 12 toilets for since the beginning of the year,” says the MdM psychologist Ana Panou. Many of migrants landing from neighbouring and the woman moves on. Twenty-year- 1,000 people. Poor nutrition is another deputy director, noting that another 10- the migrants suffer from high stress, with Turkey is a round-the-clock affair. old Mahebulla from Afghanistan has contributing factor to ill-health. For the percent funding cut was applied this the children particularly susceptible to Aching muscles, lower body injuries, come seeking help for his aching legs past three weeks, the cash-strapped year. depression and phobias, she adds. On pulmonary infections-with around 350 and feet.”I’ve walked too much,” he says. Greek state has provided no food for the Friday, Greek authorities were placed on patients a day, there is little time to dwell Several health services on the island, migrants. Premature discharge alert after an elderly Dutch tourist on the on specific patients. “We treat the most including other volunteer groups, are Their only full meal comes from a local Eager to move on, many migrants dis- island of Kos-another island with signifi- glaring cases but when they reach their active in helping the migrants. “Eighty catering company, who is driving itself charge themselves prematurely, at risk to cant migrant arrivals-displayed cholera- country of destination, these people will percent of arrivals are in good health- into the red in the process. The migrants their health. In August, a woman from like symptoms. all need a full check-up,” says MdM nurse they would need to be to get this far,” must pay out of their own pockets for the Somalia died from a pulmonary Officials later said he was more likely Christos Doulgaris, saying the unit runs adds Christoforos Theodorou, deputy rest of the day, with mediocre sandwich- embolism after leaving hospital. A month suffering from acute gastroenteritis. But non-stop “like a factory”. “Until February, director of Lesbos’ main health centre. es usually the only fare they can afford. earlier, a man suffering from tuberculosis tests are ongoing, given what Sotiris we mainly had young men but now, half “But maintaining hygiene (on the “The authorities owe us three million left without permission and had to be Tsiodras, a senior pathologist at the cen- are families that took the road when road) is difficult,” he says. MdM runs two euros ($3.3 million),” says Christos Bazinas caught. Even the children often have no tre for disease control and prevention Europe became accessible,” he told AFP. separate units with patients sorted by of the Elaitis company. time to rest. An eight-year-old Syrian girl (Keelpno), said was a suspected cholera As health workers seek out diapers, country of origin. Syrians are treated in “We continue to provide 2,500 meals in need of blood dialysis was redirected outbreak in Iraq. —AFP

Cooling towers blamed for Legionnaires’ disease

SACRAMENTO: Dirty cooling towers were high fever, chills and a cough. It occurs to blame for an outbreak of Legionnaires’ when contaminated water is inhaled in the disease that has sickened dozens of form of steam, mist or moisture. A recent inmates and at least four employees at San outbreak that sickened 128 people and Quentin State Prison since late August, killed 12 in New York City was similarly according to a report Thursday. traced to a Bronx hotel’s rooftop air condi- Tests showed two of the towers on the tioning unit. roof of the prison’s Central Health Services The Department of Corrections and Building had high concentrations of the Rehabilitation said it is working with bacterium that causes the disease, accord- employees at prisons statewide to make ing to the federal receiver who controls sure they carefully clean danger areas. inmate medical care. The report says peo- Separately, Kelso reported that 88 percent ple walking near the towers evidently of 5,420 inmates housed in Avenal and inhaled contaminated mist, because no Pleasant Valley state prisons recently drinking water was affected. refused to be tested for exposure to valley The same report also found that nearly fever, another potentially fatal disease. 90 percent of inmates at the epicenter of Those who were tested at the two the state’s valley fever epidemic are refus- Central Valley prisons were four times as ing to be tested for exposure to that sepa- likely to have been exposed to the soil- rate disease, which is caused by a soil- borne fungus as inmates at other state pris- borne fungus. ons. However, the high rate of refusals rais- Receiver J. Clark Kelso blamed a buildup es questions about the effectiveness of the of sludge in the cooling tower water pans, testing, which cost taxpayers $5.4 million as well as a heat wave in the San Francisco this year, Kelso said. Bay Area, for the Legionnaires’ disease out- The prison system is using the tests to break that sickened 81 inmates and sent 13 decide which inmates can more safely be of them to outside hospitals. Twelve housed at the prisons near Fresno. An early employees are still being tested. round of tests this year forced more than The towers have since been cleaned and 2,100 inmates to be moved from the two the 163-year-old prison north of San prisons, while more than 3,000 inmates Francisco is back to normal. For a time, the could be moved in to take their place outbreak caused the state’s oldest prison to because they are less likely to get the dis- cancel visits, hot meals and showers, and ease. Liz Gransee, a spokeswoman for the haul in water and portable toilets for the receiver, said the office is sending a team to MEXICO CITY: Mexican Jesus Aceves known as “Chuy The Wolf Man” due to the condition of the disease hypertrichosis, speaks on his mobile more than 3,300 inmates and 1,200 talk to inmate representatives at the two phone along a street after an interview in Mexico City on September 24, 2015. — AFP employees. prisons to find out why so many refused, Legionnaires’ disease is considered a and it plans an education campaign based severe type of pneumonia that can bring on the results. — AP Mexican ‘wolf man’ battles Brazil halts use of Silimed isolation of rare condition silicone breast implants Just 50 cases of hypertrichosis documented RIO DE JANEIRO: Brazil’s health reg- authority’s findings. The regulator ulator Anvisa said on Friday it had said it was carrying out tests on these MEXICO CITY: Jesus Aceves may never get used tion, earning about $8 a day. Hypertrichosis, board in the street for recycling. And while he is to people’s stares, but after decades of alco- which is caused by a genetic mutation, does not estranged from two daughters from previous suspended the production, sale and products to assess any risks. holism and a painful career as a circus freak, he have any other symptoms besides hair growth. relationships-who also have hypertrichosis-he use of products made by Brazilian In a statement Silimed said that it has made a resolution: to stop burying his hair- But it makes it very difficult to get a job, go to says he has finally found peace in family life. breast-implant maker Silimed after an has always maintained the highest covered face in his hands. the store, make friends or find love. “We’ve been lucky, we’re doing well. It’s compli- inspection found the company failed quality standards and that the exis- Aceves, a 41-year-old Mexican man, has an “I don’t understand it, really. I believe it cated sometimes, but I think if you’re honest and production standards. tence of sterile particles do not repre- extremely rare condition called hypertrichosis, shouldn’t be that way. But unfortunately it is. decent, you can have a good family,” he said. Anvisa acted a week after sent a health risk. It is working with also known as “werewolf syndrome”-an abnor- They don’t give you opportunities, just because Along with his new work, Aceves says, he has European regulators banned the sale European and Brazilian regulators to mal amount of hair growth on the face and you’re different,” Aceves told AFP. also started a new life. He gave up drinking and of silicone implants made by Silimed reverse the decision, it said. body. no longer tries to hide his face in the street. “I’m Ind˙stria de Implantes Ltda after a Silimed, which produces breast, Just 50 cases of hypertrichosis have ever Circus life sick of feeling uncomfortable. I’m just like every- German authority found some manu- penile and testicular implants, says it been documented. Thirteen of them seven men Speaking in a warm voice, Aceves recounts one else and I need to be happy,” he said. facturing surfaces contaminated with is the largest manufacturer of silicone and six women-are members of the same his difficult life, from his traumatic childhood to particles. implants in South America. It is first in Mexican family from the town of Loreto in the his stint working at the Circus of Horrors in ‘Monkey Woman’ Anvisa described the ban as “a pre- sales in Brazil, third in the world and central state of Zacatecas. London. The only time a timid smile crosses his Aceves’ struggles are depicted in the new cautionary measure” after a recent exports devices to more than 75 One of those family members is Aceves, who face is when he recalls the two occasions when documentary “Chuy the Wolf Man” by Mexican inspection confirmed the German countries worldwide. — Reuters goes by the nickname “Chuy” and has struggled he shaved his facial hair for appearances on TV filmmaker Eva Aridjis, who spent a year and a to deal with the social fallout of the condition all shows-one Japanese and one British. half with him and his family. his life. “It wasn’t a very pleasant experience. I didn’t For Mexicans, their story inevitably recalls “Why did God make me this way? Why am I like it. I looked stranger. My face looked like that of Julia Pastrana, an indigenous woman different?” Aceves says he has asked himself Herman Munster-purple or blue,” he said. “I said, from the northern Mexican state of Sinaloa since he was small. Over the years, Aceves devel- ‘No, I’ve been this way all my life, it’s best if I stay whose hypertrichosis made her an international oped the habit of walking around with his hands this way.’” sensation in the 19th century. over his face in an effort to dodge strangers’ At first, he enjoyed working in the circus, Pastrana was displayed around Europe as stares. where he met his wife, a clown with whom he “The Monkey Woman” or “The Ugliest Woman in As a boy, he dropped out of school, where has a 13-year-old daughter who also has hyper- the World.” After she died from complications of classmates mocked him, bullied him and pulled trichosis. But over the course of more than 20 childbirth in 1860, her body and that of her baby his facial hair. He turned to alcohol at just 13 years, being a professional freak took a toll on were embalmed and put on display in freak exhi- years old, developing an addiction that would his self-esteem. bitions for decades. haunt him for years. “It damaged me, but I only realized that a Her remains were only buried in 2013, after a To support himself, he joined a circus togeth- long time later,” he said. Several months ago, he campaign to bring them from Norway back to er with two cousins who have the same condi- started a new career, collecting bottles and card- Mexico. —AFP Abortion, birth control, race top Supreme Court’s agenda

WASHINGTON: Abortion, birth control and Anthony Kennedy, probably will play a similarly fees from non-union employees who benefit race are among the most divisive issues the decisive role in the most important cases to be from the unions’ work in collective bargaining. Supreme Court will confront over the next nine heard by the court. “On issue after issue, Obama’s actions on immigration and chal- months, amid a presidential election campaign Kennedy provides the deciding vote,” said con- lenges to state restrictions on voting rights are in which some candidates are talking pointedly servative commentator Ed Whelan, no fan of two other major issues percolating through the about the justices and the prospect of replacing Kennedy. The court’s lineup already includes, or lower courts that could reach the Supreme some of them in the next few years. likely will: Regulation of abortion clinics in Texas Court in time for resolution this term. The justices are returning to the bench on that could leave large parts of the second-most Commentators on the left and right say the Monday for the start of their new term and their populous state without any abortion providers. lineup of cases suggests that conservatives will first public appearance together since a number Yet another battle over President Barack win more often than they will lose over the next Obama’s health care overhaul, involving the reli- of high-profile decisions in June that displayed few months, in contrast to the liberal side’s suc- passionate, sometimes barbed, disagreements gious rights of faith-affiliated colleges, hospitals cess last term in gay marriage, health care and and suggested some bruised feelings among and charities and the provision of no-cost birth the nine judges. control to women covered by those groups’ housing discrimination, among others. The three-month break probably is a good health plans. Another round from the University “This term, I’d expect a return to the norm, in thing, Justice Samuel Alito noted in a speech at of Texas over the consideration of race, among which the right side of the court wins the major- the University of Kentucky last month. By late many factors, in college admissions. A challenge ity, but by no means all of the cases,” said June, “We tend to be kind of angry with each over drawing electoral districts in Texas that Georgetown University law school’s Irv other,” Alito said. could affect representation of immigrant-heavy Gornstein. One reason for the confidence is ALBION: Ashley Thompson, former high school agriculture teacher and now a grower that, as Supreme Court lawyer John Elwood for Ataraxia, inspects marijuana plants inside the “Mother Room” at the Ataraxia No single case before the justices in the new urban areas. said, “this is a term of sequels.” Affirmative action medical marijuana cultivation center in Albion, Ill. Marijuana strains with names like term holds the significance of the court’s 5-4 and union fees have been at the court in recent Blue Dream, OG Kush, Death Star and White Poison are now being cut and dried, and decision in June that extended the right to mar- Bargaining by mid-October, will be turned into medicine in many forms like oils, creams, buds riage to gay and lesbian couples nationwide. A fight to strip labor unions that represent terms and the justices’ positions are more or less for smoking, edible chocolates and gummies. —AP But the author of that opinion, Justice government workers of their right to collect known.—AP SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2015 HEALTH & SCIENCE Indonesia forest fires could become worst on record

JAKARTA: The forest fires blanketing Southeast Asia are on track to become the worst on record, NASA has warned, in a crisis that has seen thousands of people seek med- ical treatment, flights grounded, and schools closed. Malaysia, Singapore and large expanses of Indonesia have suffered for weeks from acrid smoke billowing from fires on Indonesian plantations and peatlands that are being ille- gally cleared by burning. Though the crisis grips the region nearly ever year during the dry season, scientists pre- dict the current outbreak could surpass 1997 levels, when out-of-control fires sent pollution soaring to record highs in an environmental disaster that cost an estimated US$9.0 billion. Herry Purnomo, a haze expert at the Centre for International Forestry Research, told AFP on Friday that the dry season was not expect- ed to peak in Indonesia’s Sumatra island until next month. “It’s not over yet,” he said, adding the eco- nomic cost of the “horrendous” fires would be as bad as 1997. If the dry conditions continue, the region could be enveloped in even denser smog. “Conditions in Singapore and southeastern Sumatra are tracking close to 1997,” Robert Field, a Columbia University scientist based at NASA’s Goddard Institute for Space Studies, was quoted as saying by the US science agency earlier this week. “If the forecasts for a longer dry season hold, this suggests 2015 will rank among the most severe events on record.” Pressure on BANJAR: In this photograph taken on September 23, 2015, Indonesian firefighters backed by soldiers extinguish a fire over burning peat land in the district of Banjar in Southern Indonesia from its neighbours has intensified Kalimantan province on Borneo island. The forest fires blanketing Southeast Asia in choking haze are on track to become among the worst on record, NASA has warned, with prolonged this year as the fires have raged on. dry season hampering efforts to curb a crisis that has persisted for nearly two decades. — AFP Singapore officials have reacted with out- rage to Indonesian Vice-President Jusuf Kalla’s comments that neighbouring countries should be grateful for good air quality most of Health care debate expands for 2016 the year, and that Jakarta need not apologise for the crisis. To battle the blazes, Indonesia officials have deployed more than 20,000 troops, police and Republicans want curbs on Medicaid, to reduce spending other personnel to fight the fires through waterbombing and chemically-induced rain- WASHINGTON: America’s health care servatives are advocating? The person SINGLE PAYER been that.” Republican front-runner Donald fall. debate has been called an unhealthy who is basically arguing for the status If Sanders keeps gaining traction, Supporters say having the govern- Trump says his replacement plan An El Nino weather system has made con- political obsession. But if the 2016 quo is Hillary Clinton.” the wonkish term for a government- ment take charge of health care would be different. He’d make sure ditions drier than usual in Indonesia, but presidential hopefuls have any say, it’s This week Clinton proposed run health care system could become finances would slow the growth of everybody in the country is covered, authorities are hoping much-needed rains will about to get bigger. The candidates in repealing an insurance tax in the a household word. His supporters say spending, keep things affordable for something not even Obama accom- arrive within a month to finally douse the both parties are offering options health law that’s opposed by unions Obama’s hard-fought health overhaul patients, and improve overall quality. plishes. Trump says he’d make a deal blazes. across the political spectrum, from a and big business but seen by experts hasn’t done nearly enough. A major pitfall is the switch from with hospitals, and most people It could be too little too late in Malaysia, system wholly run by the federal gov- employer-based and private coverage would still have private coverage. where farmers have complained of poor yields ernment to dialing back Washington’s to the single-payer plan. Money that “There is not nearly enough to go due to the haze, and in Singapore where the commanding role. Behind the rheto- employers and individuals now pay on from Trump’s statements to assess government has launched legal action against ric, each approach has its pitfalls. for premiums would have to be what he actually has in mind,” said companies blamed for farm and plantation On the left, part of the appeal of diverted to government coffers - a Capretta. But the biggest pitfall for fires. Vermont independent Sen. Bernie massive tax increase. Republicans could be Medicare, not Sanders is his years-long advocacy of “It’s a dead end,” said Princeton “Obamacare.” The party has previously ‘Double catastrophe’ “single payer,” a tax-supported, sociologist Paul Starr, a historian of advocated privatizing the insurance Authorities worry air quality in Singapore, Medicare-like plan for all. The idea is the U.S. health care system. program for older Americans. In 2016, which improved Friday to the lower end of the in the political DNA of liberals, and Supporters “don’t face up to the sig- that would be asking for trouble. “unhealthy” range after heavy rains overnight, Sanders as president would lead a nificant tax changes that would be “Seniors have been tilting could worsen again depending on the wind movement to make it happen, his necessary.” Republican in the last elections,” said direction. campaign says. Robert Blendon, a public opinion In Malaysia, where weeks of fog-like white- On the right are the Republicans, REPEAL AND REPLACE expert at the Harvard T.H. Chan gray smoke has forced repeated large-scale united on repealing President Barack The Supreme Court upheld School of Public Health. “The only school closures out of health concerns, there Obama’s health care law, but unable Obama’s law, and the president won thing that could get them to tilt the are fears the prolonged dry season could spark to agree on what should replace it. re-election in 2012. That didn’t settle other way is a Medicare proposal.” fires, compounding the disaster. They wouldn’t stop with the the debate, but 2016 may. “For “That will be a double catastrophe,” said Affordable Care Act, either. Republicans it’s their last chance to lit- CONTINUITY, MOSTLY Lim Teck Wyn, who organised a protest march Republicans also want curbs on igate the Affordable Care Act,” said Hillary Clinton established her cre- to Indonesia’s embassy in Kuala Lumpur over Medicaid, to reduce spending and let Jim Capretta, an expert on entitle- dentials on health care in the 1990s, the haze. The annual haze crisis has persisted states, not Washington, set the tone. ment programs at the conservative although she and her husband, then- as plantations expand to meet rising global Medicaid covers low-income and dis- Ethics & Public Policy Center in President Bill Clinton, failed to pass BOSTON: Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Rodham Clinton demand for products like palm oil, a key ingre- abled people. Washington. “If they lose the election, the overhaul legislation they pro- speaks in Boston. After seven years of the political drama known as dient in a vast range of everyday consumer In the middle - if one still exists on the ACA is likely to become even posed. She lost the 2008 Democratic “Obamacare,” you might think voters would be tired of big ideas for products. such a polarized issue - is Democrat more entrenched.” nomination to Obama, but he adopt- revamping health care. If so, the presidential candidates seem to have The fires smoulder beneath the surface of Hillary Rodham Clinton. She would ‘Repeal’ is a winning issue with the ed key parts of her health plan. missed the memo. The 2016 hopefuls in both parties are offering a full carbon-rich peatlands, feeding off vast quanti- keep the basic structure of Medicare, GOP’s political base, but the ‘replace’ This time, Clinton is promising to spectrum of options, from a system wholly run by the federal govern- ties of fuel, making them extremely difficult to Medicaid and the Obama health law part gets tricky because Republicans build on Obama’s coverage expansion ment to dialing back Washington’s lead role. — AP curb as millions of tonnes of greenhouse gas while making incremental changes. don’t agree on an alternative. In the and smooth its rough edges, while emissions are released into the atmosphere. “The only person not in favor of general election, the GOP counterpro- keeping Democrats’ traditional com- The NASA-linked Global Fire Emissions ‘repeal and replace’ is Hillary Clinton,” as a needed brake on costs. She also “People are still one illness away posal will be measured against the mitment to Medicare and Medicaid. Database has estimated around 600 million quips Republican economist Douglas wants to curb prescription drug prices from becoming bankrupt,” said Dr. health care law’s progress in reducing The drawback is that Clinton’s mid- tonnes of greenhouse gases have been Holtz-Eakin. “There is a debate being and limit insurance cost-shifting to Deb Richter, who practices near the number of uninsured. A plan that dle way may be seen as uninspiring. “I released as a result of this year’s fires-rough- presented to the American people: consumers. A look at the three Montpelier, Vermont, and focuses on repeals federal mandates and reduces think there is a hunger among ly equivalent to Germany’s entire annual Do you want to go further left, or do approaches, and their potential draw- addiction treatment. “Obamacare was insurance subsidies would probably Democrats to see something more output. — AFP you want to go in the direction con- backs. hyped as this savior, and it has not leave more people uncovered. happen,” Blendon said. —AP WHAT’S ON SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2015

Pinoy Fiesta 2015 starts with a bang

u&Lu Hypermarket, the popular destina- With the sensational promotion taking the festival, there will be a children’s cultural ages and interests include a Philippines relat- AlRai outlets. Chef Manaog will disperse cook- tion for amazing promotions, place in all its outlets from 30 September to program on 1 October at Salmiya outlet from ed drawing competitions, Raffle Draws in all ing advice and interact with the audience, Lannounced the launch of ‘Pinoy Fiesta 10 October, Lu&Lu Hypermarket is highlight- 7.00 pm onwards. This will act as a platform outlets on specific dates and much more. particularly fans of his delightful cooking 2015’, a celebration of the lively and varied ing popular Filipino food brands, as well as a for children to display their pride in the rich Moreover, no one will leave empty handed as style. Lu&Lu Hypermarket is a must-visit desti- culinary culture of the Philippines. The festival range of fish and food items at attractive cultural heritage of the Philippines. there are many gifts and prizes awaiting all nation for patrons looking for that extra was inaugurated by the chief guests, prices. The Pinoy Fiesta 2015 aims to engage There is also a unique opportunity for visi- participants. delight during their shopping experience and Ambassador of Philippines to Kuwait HE consumers in a shared experience of enjoying tors to participate in a Filipino Cooking and The highlight of the splendid food fest is a the Hypermarket takes pride in offering cus- Renato Villa and Labor Attaché Cesar L Chavez the amazing diversity of Filipino food along Carving competitions on 3 October at the Al live-cooking demonstration by Filipino food tomers fun and fulfilling ways to shop and sat- Jr in the presence of Lu&Lu management on 1 with various food related activities. Seeking to Raioutlet and win great prizes. Other fun and brand Mama Sita’s specialist Chef Arthur isfy their need for quality and distinct prod- October at the hypermarket’s Salmiya outlet. stimulate activity in the young minds during interesting activities for patrons of varying Manaog at the hypermarket’s Salmiya and ucts.

Australian College of Kuwait announces 5th year of ‘Joyalukkas Master’s Degree Scholarship to Australia Think Pink’ campaign he Australian College of Kuwait (ACK) has announced that it is now offering a prestigious annual scholar- he ‘Joyalukkas Think Pink’ movement will again touched some 500,000 life’s with our awareness ses- more lives with Aster DM Healthcare, the region’s lead- Tship to its Degree level graduates for a Master’s actively undertake various initiatives this October sions and informative booklets. ing healthcare provider, joining the initiative. Program in Engineering or Business at the Central Twith the mission to spread the awareness on “For the last four years we have admired the efforts This year’Joyalukkas Think Pink’ activity will include a Queensland University (CQU) in Australia. CQU is recog- breast cancer. This year the campaign slogan is “CHECK of the Joyalukkas Group in spreading the message mass media campaign in association with Aster DM nized as one of the most innovative, dynamic and richly IT, BEAT IT”. ‘Our commitment to grow this movement of about breast cancer across all Joyalukkas locations here Healthcare to promote the theme and urge women to diverse universities in Australia; enjoying a reputation as ‘Taking a Pink Pledge’ to help fight breast cancer contin- in the UAE and internationally,” Ms. Alisha Moopen, periodically undertake self checks. This will be support- one of the country’s most progressive institutions in both ues with more vigor and energy based on the many Director, Aster DM Healthcare said. “And for us at Aster ed withradio programs and road shows wherein doctors teaching and research. positive responses we have received over the past 4 DM Healthcare, we agree that awareness and education from the Aster will educate with tips and tools to fight The annual scholarship will be awarded to a distin- guished ACK graduate, past or recent, covering tuition fees years. And to compliment the same we have Aster DM are key to protecting women from the dreaded effects and prevent oneself from the disease. The campaign for two full years of enrolment in a Master’s Degree level Healthcare supporting our initiative.’ said Sonia John of this disease and we are committed to joining the will also include free breast consultation vouchers, a course at CQU. Applications for the ACK Master’s Degree Paul, Director, Joyalukkas Group. fight with the best of our knowledge and resources. special educational booklet, distributed across the UAE, Scholarship are open to ACK graduates, from all nationali- The ‘Joyalukkas Think Pink’ campaign is a 100% non- We are proud to take part in this year’s initiatives and which will detail self detection methods in addition to ties, who have completed their Bachelor’s degree with a profit initiative with the single minded objective to edu- have dedicated staff for the entire month of October to key facts of the disease plus feature articles and quotes minimum GPA of 3.80 out of 4.00 (or 6.60 out of 7.00). The cate and empower women with tips and guidance to take the lead in conducting free check-ups, consulta- from reputed personalities in support of this grand ini- closing date for this round of applications has been set for protect themselves and fight against the dreaded dis- tions and seminars to all participants.” Under the theme tiative. Other than this there are special orientation pro- the 29th of October, 2015. For further information, appli- ease. Since last four years, over 200 organizations have “CHECK IT, BEAT IT,” this year’s Joyalukkas Think Pink grams planned in universities, schools, Government cants may contact the Office of the Dean at ACK. joined Joyalukkas Think Pink efforts and we have campaign is set to reach a wider audience and help save offices and various Corporate across the UAE. WHAT’S ON SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2015

VIVA organized Pop Art workshop

IVA, Kuwait’s fastest growing and most type of arts, applied for this workshop. Only ten ing services that contribute to the development responsible role in the community by spreading develop the State of Kuwait. VIVA’s Corporate developed telecom operator, organized applicants were selected who met the criteria. of the Kuwaiti community, VIVA is committed to the spirit of goodness amongst Kuwaiti society. Social Responsibility (CSR) activities can be VPop Art workshop entitled “Basics of Pop At the end of the workshop, all attendees assisting and supporting these participants We believe at VIVA in taking a holistic approach reviewed on the company’s website at Art”, held from 28 to 30 September 2015 and received accredited certificates to mark their while providing them with useful tips and train- to our CSR activities, one that engages our https://www.viva.com.kw/csr. This offers a instructed by the Kuwaiti artist Fatma Yousef, successful completion of the training session. In ings that help enhance their skills and talents. employees, and creates goodwill in our commu- description of each CSR initiative that VIVA has specialized in Visual Art. Many interested in this support of the company’s leading role in provid- VIVA is keen to continue its ongoing socially nities with a focus on helping to grow and supported, or taken on since its inception.

LOYAC concludes summer activities

OYAC recently concluded its summer and Little Loyacers programs at its headquarters in the Qebliya school. The conclusion ceremony was held to honor the students who finished their working hours. Speaking on the occasion, LOYAC’s summer program manager, Sally Al-Sowaitti stressed that 1500 students had taken part in the program and benefited from around 850 training opportunities it provid- Led. Al-Sowaitti added that participants came from all over Kuwait and belonged to different age categories. “LOYAC is more like an academy in which a student goes through workshops that help develop his/her skills through the training bridge program”, she underlined.

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06:30 Til Death 14:00 Jaws III-PG15 Began 07:00 Late Night With Seth Meyers 16:00 Assassin’s Bullet-PG15 06:30 Under The Tuscan Sun 08:00 Mulaney 18:00 The Package-PG15 08:30 Sorority Surrogate 08:30 Fresh Off The Boat 20:00 Getaway-PG15 10:00 Hidalgo 09:00 Baby Daddy 22:00 The Gauntlet-PG15 12:15 Sweet Home Alabama 00:00 Come Dine With Me 09:30 Young & Hungry 14:15 Wreck-It Ralph 02:00 The Roux Legacy 10:00 Young & Hungry 16:00 Phenomenon 03:10 The Planners 10:30 Til Death 18:15 Scream 4 04:50 DIY SOS: The Big Build 11:00 The Tonight Show Starring 20:00 Provoked 05:40 Ty Pennington’s Homes For Jimmy Fallon 00:00 The Misadventures Of The 22:00 Six Days, Seven Nights The Brave 12:00 Men At Work Dunderheads 23:45 School For Scoundrels 06:25 Come Dine With Me 12:30 Mulaney 02:00 Big Fat Liar 08:55 Fantasy Homes By The Sea 13:00 Fresh Off The Boat 04:00 Muppets Most Wanted 09:40 Building Dream Homes 13:30 Til Death 06:00 Soccer Dog: European Cup 11:40 Bargain Hunt 14:00 Cristela 08:00 Shanghai Calling 14:55 Homes Under The Hammer 14:30 Young & Hungry 10:00 The Comebacks 16:35 Come Dine With Me 15:00 Young & Hungry 12:00 Muppets Most Wanted 00:00 Switched At Birth 18:40 Fantasy Homes By The Sea 15:30 About A Boy 14:00 Streetdance: All Stars 01:00 MasterChef - The 19:25 Building Dream Homes 16:00 The Nightly Show Global 16:00 Shanghai Calling Professionals 20:55 Bargain Hunt Edition 18:00 Catch That Kid 02:00 The Walking Dead 16:30 Men At Work 20:00 Fading Gigolo 05:00 The Great State Of Georgia 17:00 Late Night With Seth Meyers 22:00 A Haunted House 06:00 Happy Endings 18:00 Brooklyn Nine-Nine 07:00 The Secret Life Of The 18:30 The Goldbergs American Teenager 19:00 Marry Me 08:00 Revenge 19:30 Marry Me 09:00 Revenge 00:20 Deadly Dilemmas 20:00 Last Man On Earth 10:00 The Walking Dead 00:45 Fire In The Hole 20:30 Two And A Half Men 01:00 The Fifth Estate-PG15 11:00 The Walking Dead 06:00 Ice Cold Gold 21:00 About A Boy 03:15 As Cool As I Am-PG15 12:00 The Walking Dead 06:50 World’s Top 5 21:30 The Nightly Show With Larry 05:00 Paranoia-PG15 13:00 The Great State Of Georgia 07:40 Fast N’ Loud Wilmore 07:00 Christmas Magic-PG15 13:30 Happy Endings 08:30 Container Wars 22:00 Comedians 08:30 To The Wonder-PG15 14:00 The Secret Life Of The 08:55 Highway To Sell 22:30 Man Seeking Woman 10:30 Paranoia-PG15 American Teenager 09:45 Dallas Car Sharks 23:00 Comedy Central Stand-Up 12:30 Mandela: Long Walk To 15:00 Castle 10:10 How Do They Do It? Freedom-PG15 16:00 Grey’s Anatomy 10:35 Tethered 15:00 Shadow Witness-PG15 17:00 MasterChef - The 11:25 Ice Lake Rebels 17:00 To The Wonder-PG15 Professionals 12:15 Alaska: The Last Frontier 19:00 Decoding Annie Parker 18:00 Nine Lives Of Chloe King 13:05 Container Wars 21:00 What Maisie Knew-PG15 19:00 Nine Lives Of Chloe King 13:30 Highway To Sell 00:00 Tyrant 01:00 Heroes Reborn 23:00 Inside Llewyn Davis-PG15 20:00 Da Vinci’s Demons 14:20 Ice Cold Gold 21:00 According To Jim 15:10 Extreme Car Hoarders 02:00 The Blacklist 03:00 The Player 21:30 According To Jim 16:00 Fast N’ Loud 22:00 The Simpsons 16:50 How It’s Made: Dream Cars 04:00 C.S.I. 05:00 C.S.I. 22:30 The Simpsons 17:15 How Do They Do It? 23:00 Lost 17:40 Incredible Engineering 06:00 Unforgettable 01:15 Inch’allah Blunders: Fixed 07:00 Backstrom 03:00 Till Human Voices Wake Us 18:30 For The Love Of Cars 08:00 Chicago Fire 05:00 The Darjeeling Limited 19:20 Survive That! 10:00 Unforgettable 07:00 I Am Ali 20:10 Auction Hunters 11:00 Backstrom 09:00 Metallica: Through The 20:35 Baggage Battles 12:00 Emmerdale Never 00:00 Storage Wars 21:00 Incredible Engineering 12:30 Coronation Street 10:45 The Bag Man 01:00 American Restoration Blunders: Fixed 13:00 The Ellen DeGeneres Show 12:45 Bobby Jones: Stroke Of 02:00 Ultimate Wheels 21:50 For The Love Of Cars 14:00 Chicago Fire Genius 03:00 Search For The Lost Giants 22:40 Patrick Dempsey: Racing Le 15:00 Unforgettable 15:00 The Way We Were 04:00 Counting Cars Mans 16:00 Emmerdale 17:00 Metallica: Through The 04:30 Counting Cars 23:30 Amish Mafia 16:30 Coronation Street 18:00 Chicago Fire Never 05:00 Alaska Off-Road Warriors 19:00 Heroes Reborn 19:00 Hateship Loveship 06:00 Ice Road Truckers 20:00 Switched At Birth 21:00 Frankie & Alice 07:00 Gold Hunters: Legend Of 21:00 Scandal 23:00 The People vs Larry Flynt The Superstition... 22:00 How To Get Away With 08:00 American Pickers 00:30 Fashion Bloggers Murder 09:00 The Curse Of Oak Island 00:55 Fashion Bloggers 23:00 Strike Back 10:00 American Restoration 01:25 Stewarts And Hamiltons 10:30 American Restoration 02:20 E! News 01:00 Escapee-PG15 11:00 Ice Road Truckers 03:15 Eric And Jessie: Game On 03:00 So Undercover-PG15 12:00 Counting Cars 03:40 Eric And Jessie: Game On 05:00 Christmas In Conway-PG15 12:30 Counting Cars 04:10 THS 07:00 Belle-PG15 13:00 Shark Wranglers 05:05 THS 09:00 The Love Punch-PG15 14:00 Duck Dynasty 06:00 Keeping Up With The 11:00 The 7:39-PG15 14:30 Duck Dynasty Kardashians 00:00 The Ellen DeGeneres Show 13:00 A Family Reunion-PG15 15:00 American Pickers 06:55 Keeping Up With The 02:00 Good Morning America 15:00 In My Dreams-PG15 16:00 Storage Wars Kardashians 03:00 Bates Motel 16:45 The Love Punch-PG15 16:30 Storage Wars 07:50 Style Star 04:00 The Newsroom 18:30 Divergent-PG15 17:00 Storage Wars Texas 08:20 E! News 06:00 Good Morning America 21:00 Swelter-PG15 18:00 Storage Wars: New York 09:15 Hollywood Cycle 07:00 Emmerdale 23:00 The November Man-18 19:00 Storage Wars 10:15 Hollywood Cycle 07:30 Coronation Street 19:30 Pawn Stars 11:10 Fashion Bloggers 08:00 The Ellen DeGeneres Show 20:00 American Pickers 11:35 Fashion Bloggers 09:00 Criminal Minds 21:00 The Curse Of Oak Island THE NOVEMBER MAN ON OSN MOVIES HD 12:05 E! News 10:00 Emmerdale 22:00 Mountain Men 13:05 Keeping Up With The 10:30 Coronation Street 23:00 Swamp People 05:25 Mr Bloom’s Nursery Special: 05:35 Grojband 15:44 Outrageous Acts Of Psych 12:00 Parenthood Combined Harvesters 06:00 Dreamworks Dragons: 16:31 The Big Brain Theory Kardashians 01:00 Mamma Moo And Crow 14:05 Keeping Up With The 13:00 Supernatural 05:50 Charlie And Lola Riders Of Berk 17:18 Redesign My Brain 15:00 Live Good Morning America 02:45 Kikoriki: Team Invincible 06:00 Charlie And Lola 06:25 Ben 10: Omniverse 18:05 Mind Control Freaks Kardashians 04:30 Ernest & Celestine 15:00 Dash Dolls 16:00 Criminal Minds 06:15 The Green Balloon Club 07:10 Ninjago Master Of Spinjitzu 03:00 Deadly Sins 18:50 Outrageous Acts Of Psych 17:00 Parenthood 06:00 Top Cat: The Movie 06:35 Nina And The Neurons: In New 19:40 How The Universe Works 16:00 #RichKids Of Beverly Hills 07:45 Luke And Lucy: The Texas 03:45 Blood Relatives 17:00 New Money 18:00 Supernatural The Lab 07:35 Transformers: Robots In 04:30 I Almost Got Away With It 22:00 Space Pioneer 19:00 Criminal Minds Rangers 06:55 Nina And The Neurons: In Disguise 22:45 Hunt For A Super Comet 17:30 New Money 09:30 The Nightmare Before 05:20 The Will 18:00 E! News 20:00 Parenthood 03:10 Truck Turner The Lab 08:00 Matt Hatter New 07:00 Fatal Encounters 23:35 Outrageous Acts Of Psych 21:00 Supernatural Christmas 04:40 The Beautiful Country 07:10 Doctors 08:20 Teen Titans Go! 00:20 The Big Brain Theory 19:00 We Have Issues 11:00 Santa’s Magic Crystal 07:50 Disappeared 19:30 Fashion Police 22:00 Bates Motel 06:40 Death Rides A Horse 09:10 Eastenders 09:10 The Amazing World Of 09:30 True Crime With Aphrodite 23:00 The Newsroom 12:30 Kikoriki: Team Invincible 08:35 Hoosiers 11:15 Hotel Secrets With Richard E Gumball 20:00 Keeping Up With The 14:15 Egon And Donci Jones Kardashians 10:30 American Rhapsody Grant 09:55 New Adventure Time 11:10 The Will 16:00 The Dragon Pearl 12:15 Limit Up 12:00 The Weakest Link 10:20 New Clarence 21:00 Keeping Up With The 18:00 The Nightmare Before 12:50 California Investigator Kardashians 13:45 Captain Jack 12:50 Doctor Who 10:40 Steven Universe 13:40 Nightmare Next Door Christmas 15:25 Everybody’s Fine 13:35 Gates 11:05 Regular Show 22:00 Dash Dolls 20:00 Beethoven’s Treasure Tail 14:30 True Crime With Aphrodite 23:00 Hollywood Cycle 17:05 The Beautiful Country 14:00 Hotel Secrets With Richard E 11:50 Uncle Grandpa Jones 03:10 Henry Hugglemonster 21:45 Egon And Donci 19:05 Hoosiers Grant 12:15 Adventure Time 00:00 RoboCop 15:20 True Crime With Aphrodite 03:20 Calimero 23:15 The Dragon Pearl 21:00 Music Of The Heart 14:50 The Weakest Link 12:40 Ninjago Master Of Spinjitzu 02:00 V/H/S Jones 03:35 Zou 23:00 Ghoulies 15:35 Doctor Who New 04:00 Absolute Killers 16:10 Disappeared 03:45 Loopdidoo 00:25 Ghoulies II 16:20 37 Days 13:00 Ninjago: Masters Of Spinjitzu 06:00 Jaws III 17:50 California Investigator 04:00 Art Attack 01:55 Dead Man Walking 17:15 37 Days 13:25 Teen Titans Go! 08:00 Mercenaries 18:40 I Almost Got Away With It 04:25 Henry Hugglemonster 18:10 37 Days 14:10 Matt Hatter New 10:00 Double Take 22:00 Evil, I 04:35 Calimero 00:15 Coronation Street 19:00 Tess Of The D’urbervilles 14:35 Ben 10 12:00 Absolute Killers 22:50 True Crime With Aphrodite 04:50 Zou 00:40 Coronation Street 00:15 Buried-PG15 19:55 Hustle 15:20 New Adventure Time 14:00 Marvel’s Next Avengers: Jones 05:00 Loopdidoo 01:05 Harry’s South Pole Heroes 02:00 Vamps-PG15 20:45 The Fear 15:45 New Clarence Heroes Of Tomorrow 23:40 Deadly Women 05:15 Art Attack 02:55 Coronation Street 04:00 Heaven Is For Real-PG 21:35 Jonathan Creek: The Judas 16:10 The Amazing World Of 16:00 Jaws III 00:30 Devil In The Details 05:35 Henry Hugglemonster 05:15 Doc Martin 05:45 Saving Mr. Banks-PG15 Tree Gumball 18:00 Assassin’s Bullet 01:20 Blood Relatives 05:50 Calimero 06:10 Shetland 08:00 Until She Came Along-PG15 23:10 Doctor Who 16:30 Regular Show 20:00 The Package 03:25 Biggest And Baddest 02:10 Devil In The Details 06:00 Zou 07:05 Agatha Christie’s Poirot 10:00 Salinger-PG15 23:55 Tess Of The D’urbervilles 17:20 Ninjago Master Of Spinjitzu 22:00 Getaway 04:15 Wildest Africa 06:20 Loopdidoo 08:35 Keep It In The Family 12:15 Rio 2-FAM 00:50 Hustle New 06:35 Art Attack 09:25 Tricked 14:00 Police Story-PG15 06:36 Call Of The Wildman 07:25 Meet The Sloths 01:45 Jonathan Creek: The Judas 17:40 Ninjago: Masters Of Spinjitzu 07:00 Calimero 10:15 Doc Martin 16:00 Until She Came Along-PG15 Tree 18:05 Teen Titans Go! 07:10 Zou 11:10 Sunday Night At The 17:45 Mud-PG15 11:00 Wildest Africa 16:30 The Lion Queen 18:50 The Amazing World Of 07:25 Jake And The Never Land Palladium 20:00 Bachelorette-PG15 Gumball 22:00 Whale Wars 03:29 Through The Wormhole With Pirates 12:05 Sunday Night At The 22:00 As Above, So Below-18 20:00 Adventure Time 00:00 V/H/S-R 22:55 Saving Africa’s Giants With Morgan Freeman 07:55 Sofia The First Palladium 20:25 Regular Show 02:00 Absolute Killers-PG15 Yao Ming 04:16 Food Factory 08:20 Doc McStuffins 13:05 Harry’s South Pole Heroes 20:50 Dreamworks Dragons: 08:45 Loopdidoo 14:00 Harry’s South Pole Heroes 04:00 Jaws III-PG15 23:50 Ivory Wars 06:37 How It’s Made 03:20 Grojband04:05 Total Riders Of Berk 09:00 Limon And Oli 15:00 Keep It In The Family 06:00 Mercenaries-PG15 02:35 Whale Wars 07:23 Food Factory Drama World Tour 21:15 Dreamworks Dragons: 09:10 Sheriff Callie’s Wild West 15:55 Doc Martin 08:00 Double Take-PG15 BBC Entertainment 10:23 How Do They Do It? 04:27 Total Drama World Tour Riders Of Berk 09:35 Mickey Mouse Clubhouse 16:45 Shetland 10:00 Absolute Killers-PG15 03:25 Doctor Who 12:38 How It’s Made 01:15 Sorority Surrogate 04:50 Teen Titans Go! 21:40 Adventure Time 10:00 Sofia The First 17:35 The Chase 12:00 Marvel’s Next Avengers: 04:15 The Weakest Link 14:57 Through The Wormhole With 03:00 Scream 4 05:00 Teen Titans Go! 22:25 Johnny Test 10:30 Doc McStuffins 18:30 Come Dine With Me Ireland Heroes Of Tomorrow-PG 05:00 The Green Balloon Club Morgan Freeman 04:45 Tomorrow When The War 05:10 Grojband 23:10 Regular Show 10:55 Miles From Tomorrow 19:00 Keep It In The Family 11:25 Aladdin 19:55 Shetland 13:00 Sofia The First 20:50 Harry’s South Pole Heroes 15:45 Jake And The Never Land 21:45 Harry’s South Pole Heroes Pirates 22:40 Keep It In The Family 16:10 Lilo & Stitch 23:30 Doc Martin 16:40 Adventures Of The Gummi Bears 17:05 Chip n Dale Rescue Rangers 17:35 Ducktales 18:00 Miles From Tomorrow 18:30 Sofia The First 00:10 Science Of Stupid 18:55 Doc McStuffins 01:00 Danger Decoded 19:15 Jake And The Neverland 02:00 Building Wild Pirates 02:55 Ultimate Survival Alaska 19:35 Sheriff Callie’s Wild West 03:50 Richard Hammond’s Wildest 20:05 Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Weather 20:35 Sofia The First 04:45 Wicked Tuna 21:00 Aladdin 05:40 Taiwan: Island Of Fish 22:35 Loopdidoo 06:35 Megastructures 22:50 Zou 07:30 Malaysia From Below 23:05 Henry Hugglemonster 08:25 Building Wild 23:20 Calimero 09:20 Cabin Fever 23:35 Zou 10:15 Engineering Connections 23:50 Loopdidoo 11:10 Science Of Stupid 00:05 Art Attack 12:05 Danger Decoded 00:30 Henry Hugglemonster 13:00 Dog Whisperer 00:45 Calimero 15:00 Money Meltdown 01:00 Zou 16:00 Wicked Tuna 01:15 Loopdidoo 17:00 Youtube Revolution 01:30 Art Attack 18:00 The 2000’s Greatest 01:55 Henry Hugglemonster Tragedies 02:05 Calimero 19:00 Richard Hammond’s Wildest 02:20 Zou Weather 02:30 Loopdidoo 20:00 Wicked Tuna 02:45 Art Attack 20:50 Youtube Revolution 21:40 The 2000’s Greatest Tragedies 22:30 Richard Hammond’s Wildest Weather 23:20 Money Meltdown 06:00 The 7D 06:10 Boyster 06:35 Phineas And Ferb 07:00 Penn Zero: Part Time Hero 07:25 Supa Strikas 00:30 About A Boy 07:50 Supa Strikas 01:00 The Nightly Show Global 08:15 Mighty Med Edition 08:40 Lab Rats 01:30 The Muslims Are Coming 09:10 Phineas And Ferb 03:00 Baby Daddy 09:35 Kirby Buckets 03:30 Cristela 10:00 Annedroids 04:00 Mulaney 10:30 Supa Strikas 04:30 The Tonight Show Starring 10:55 Mighty Med Jimmy Fallon 11:20 Kickin’ It 05:30 Fresh Off The Boat 11:45 Lab Rats 06:00 Men At Work AS ABOVE, SO BELOW ON OSN MOVIES PREMIERE HD 12:10 Kirby Buckets Classifieds

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2015

Kuwait KNCC PROGRAMME FROM THURSDAY TO WEDNESDAY (01/10/2015 TO 07/10/2015)

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

The rhythm of your own drumbeat is so loud today that you can’t resist dancing You are known to be a people person and typically thrive on your interpersonal to it, following the sound wherever it leads. Happily, your insatiable curiosity is interactions. In fact, your discussions with someone else often help you to see running wild as it uncovers exciting discoveries. Although you aspire to be prac- yourself more clearly. The feedback you receive today deepens your perspective, tical in your approach now, you naturally overextend your energy when given but only if you can be receptive to hearing it. An additional point of view the opportunity. Thankfully, you can improve your chances for success by taking increases your current options, so take time to integrate what you learn now your goals more seriously. Eliminating unnecessary distractions flips the odds in before making any important decisions. Keeping an open mind allows you to your favor. grow in ways you can’t imagine.

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

You’re slightly uneasy with the accelerated pace of events today. It’s obvious You are such a realist by nature that you know your current enthusiasm won’t last. how your current actions are setting the stage for what will happen next, but But you’re also clever enough to make the most of the good vibrations while you there are so many variables to take in account now that it’s challenging to keep can. Recognition for a job well done is yours for the asking if you’re willing to earn it. your head on straight. Your prospects for success are improving, leaving you Although a bit of positive reinforcement won’t change the overall trajectory of your without any excuse for abandoning your responsibilities. Don’t stop fighting for life, you still appreciate the support and encouragement along the way. Continue on what you want. The impending rewards will likely vanish in thin air if you give up your journey by taking one step after another. Your sunny outlook and unwavering too soon. Passion gets you started while persistence gets the job done. determination propel you through the many twists and turns ahead.

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

Your cheerful optimism attracts lovely surprises now, but you must You are playing the lead character in a movie about your own be careful to balance positive affirmations with practical considerations. mythical story. In your script, you have morphed into an invincible superhero Although you can tell there is great potential for enjoyment today, the fun and that won’t be stopped by mortal dilemmas. But there is a price to pay for such ACROSS DOWN games may have to wait if your Muse is calling. You have a chance to create inflationary thinking and your efforts could be undone by the smallest mun- 1. An honorary degree in science. 1. A fraudulent business scheme. something beautiful that enriches your spirit; including your friends in your dane detail. Fortunately, you can have the best of both worlds today if you con- 4. Of or relating to or characteristic of the 2. A communist state in the Caribbean on process makes a meaningful experience even more special. Magic happens sciously choose to walk the middle path. You will accomplish extraordinary feats Caspian Sea. the island of Cuba. when you open your heart and share your joy. as long as you remember to keep one foot on the ground at all times. 11. The act of hitting a baseball lightly with- 3. Made of fir or pine. out swinging the bat. 4. Alternatively, a member of the family 15. An actor's line that immediately pre- Nymphaeaceae. 5. (Irish) Mother of the ancient Irish gods. cedes and serves as a reminder for some Cancer (June 21-July 22) 6. An narrative telling the adventures of a Capricorn (December 22-January 19) action or speech. hero or a family. 16. A lack of vitality. 7. A tricycle (usually propelled by pedalling). A potential creative breakthrough is crackling in the air today, inspiring you to 17. Chocolate cookie with white cream fill- A healthy dose of common sense is usually enough to see you through periods 8. A hostel for pilgrims in Turkey. let go of your previous inhibitions and explode onto the scene with ingenious ing. of excessive ambition, but you might not be able to keep everything in propor- 9. An officer who acts as military assistant to ideas of your own. Something is radically different about you now and your 18. A loose sleeveless outer garment made tion today. You may be overcome by an impulsive drive to squeeze more out of a more senior officer. spontaneous behavior may catch others off guard. Nevertheless, you can’t let from aba cloth. life in the present moment and are eager to share your good news with every- 10. A silvery soft waxy metallic element of everyone’s expectations rain on your parade; if you feel compelled to take a one. However, you must be careful about spilling secrets to the wrong people; 19. Capital and largest city of Iraq. the alkali metal group. chance and risk exposure, then this is your moment to shine. 20. To fix or set securely or deeply. 11. Trees of chiefly South America. discuss your plans for world domination only on an as-needed basis for now. As 21. A port in southern Sweden. 12. Relating to or concerned with a city or the old military saying goes, “Loose lips sink ships.” 23. A river in northern England that flows densely populated area. southeast through West Yorkshire. 13. French physicist noted for research on 24. With no effort to conceal. magnetism (born in 1904). Leo (July 23-August 22) Aquarius (January 20- February 18) 25. A graphical record of electric currents 14. Scottish chemist noted for his research into the structure of nucleic acids (born associated with muscle contractions. Reality may kick up a dust storm today, especially if you’re hiding in 1907). Whenever the going gets tough you always bounce right back. The planets 27. A ductile gray metallic element of the your true inte ntions. Nevertheless, you can make strong emotional connections 22. English economist noted for his studies infuse you with an extra blast of energy today, adding to your zest for life. But it lanthanide series. if you initiate meaningful communication now inste ad of wasting time talking of international trade and finance (born isn’t wise to initiate action if you’re only trying to avoid a difficult situation. You 30. West Indian tree having racemes of fra- about trivialities. Although people admire your open mind, you might not even in 1907). still may feel like you’re on top of the world because everything seems to be re alize how influential your values are or what precious treasures you bring to a grant white flowers and yielding a 26. Port city in northwestern Belgium and going your way. However, reality will likely disappoint you now if you inflate your re lationship. Le t your friends see your vulnerability; they can help you change in durable timber and resinous juice. industrial center. hopes too much. Letting a little air out of your bubble ensures that it will not ways that are not obvious ye t. Your willingness to grow inspires others to do the 33. A drug (trade names Atarax and Vistaril) 28. The Creator. pop. used as a tranquilizer to treat anxiety 29. The sense organ for hearing and equilib- same. and motion sickness. rium. 37. A port city in southwestern Iran. 31. Any of various deciduous or evergreen 38. The month following February and pre- ornamental shrubs of the genus Abelia Virgo (August 23-September 22) Pisces (February 19-March 20) ceding April. having opposite simple leaves and 40. The compass point that is one point east cymes of small white or pink or purplish You have a profound sense of self-assurance that continues to deepen through- of northeast. flowers. Your confidence continues to grow stronger and stronger, yet residual negativity could prevent you from freely riding your own waves of enthusiasm. You still out next week. You’re motivated to reach your goals and are ready to shift into 41. A doctor's degree in religion. 32. A brief description given for purposes of believe that you can accomplish something special now if you just go out and high gear as quickly as you can. Your friends may think you’re out of control now, 44. The residue that remains when some- identification. 34. A woman hired to suckle a child of some- give it your absolute best. Fortunately, you have an excellent grasp of the situa- but you’re probably more centered than you appear. You have been considering thing is burned. tion and success is at your fingertips. This is not the time for hesitation; no mat- your next move for a while, but your current excitement overshadows your pre- 45. Fermented alcoholic beverage similar to one else. 35. The quarter of many North African cities ter what, stay on course until you have the whole world at your feet. vious planning. Just do what makes the most sense to you in the present but heavier than beer. in which the citadel is located. moment and let the chips fall as they may. 47. German mystic and theosophist who 36. A Greek island west of Greece. founded modern theosophy. 39. The cry made by sheep. 50. Aroused to impatience or anger. 42. A software system that facilitates the cre- Word Search 52. A master's degree in business. ation and maintenance and use of an Yesterday Solution 53. How long something has existed. electronic database. 55. A state in northwestern North America. 43. The event of dying or departure from life. 56. An official prosecutor for a judicial dis- 46. Being one hundred more than three trict. hundred. 58. A hard gray lustrous metallic element 48. A Russian river. that is highly corrosion-resistant. 49. To a severe or serious degree. 60. A genus of Indriidae. 51. Any plant of the genus Erica. 64. Heart and liver and other edible viscera 54. Offering fun and gaiety. especially of hogs. 57. Before noon. 66. Optical instrument consisting of a pair of 59. A city in western Germany near the lenses for correcting defective vision. Dutch and Belgian borders. 61. Inability to coordinate voluntary muscle 70. A composition that imitates somebody's movements. style in a humorous way. 62. The oily secretion of the sebaceous 73. Cubes of meat marinated and cooked on glands. a skewer usually with vegetables. 63. A member of a Turkic people of 74. A member of the Siouan people formerly Uzbekistan and neighboring areas. living in the Missouri river valley in NE 65. Relative darkness caused by light rays Nebraska. being intercepted by an opaque body. 76. An opening that permits escape or 67. (often followed by `of') A large number release. or amount or extent. 77. A hospital unit staffed and equipped to 68. A unit of pressure equal to 0.001316 provide intensive care. atmosphere. 78. Marked by extreme anger. 69. (Islam) The man who leads prayers in a 80. A Loloish language. mosque. 81. A metric unit of length equal to ten 71. A piece of dishware normally used as a meters. container for holding or serving food. 82. Having close kinship and appropriate- 72. Small ornamental ladies' bag for small articles. ness. 75. Title for a civil or military leader (especial- 83. A member of an extinct North American ly in Turkey). Indian people who lived in the Pit river 79. A colorless odorless gaseous element valley in northern California. that give a red glow in a vacuum tube.

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Rihanna taking boyfriend to meet her family he ‘Where Have You Been’ hitmaker is reportedly Rihanna’s track ‘Bitch Better Have My Money’ - has already planning on flying her man Travis Scott out to the hit it off with the 27-year-old beauty’s pals. One source TCaribbean so she can introduce him to her relatives, said: “Travis and Rihanna are dating, officially. It’s already only a month after she did the same with ex-lover Lewis very serious. He’s very into her.” Whilst another added: Hamilton. A source told The Sun newspaper: “Rihanna has “Rihanna likes Travis a lot and hopes it develops into some- fallen hard for him. It’s completely different to her romance thing more. All of her friends think he is gonna be the with Lewis, as she was never fully serious about him. Her keeper.” The pair were recently spotted enjoying a date friends think this is already her most committed relation- night in the city of love, Paris, France. ship since Chris Brown. “But the ultimate test for Travis will be meeting the tough-talking matriarch of the family, her mom Monica Braithwaite, who is fiercely protective over her daughter.” Meanwhile, the rapper - who co-wrote

Michael Jackson was desperate to receive a knighthood Brook ‘heading in he ‘Beat It’ hitmaker - who tragically that happen, so we wrote letters and tried passed away in June 2009 - told his various things but just were ignored.” And Tclose friends how he was hoping to Michael was said to have had high hopes of the right direction’ be listed in the honors made twice a year a knighthood when a politician promised by Britain’s Queen Elizabeth. Michael’s for- he could be handed the honor if he visited mer bodyguard Matt Fiddes told the Mail the UK and the Houses of Parliament “to for marriage Online: “Michael was very ambitious, he show he supported the UK government never lost it. The one thing he didn’t have, and the prime minister and the party and he ‘One Big Happy’ star is very happy with boyfriend that was very important to him, was recog- so on, Michael had to make an effort”. Matt Jeremy Parisi - who she has been dating since April - nition from the Queen. He was good claims that after the meeting the politician Tand though they’re not ready to tie the knot just yet, friends with [Princess] Diana and he could- acted more like a “star struck fan” and she thinks it’ll happen eventually. She said: “Jeremy is great n’t understand it. “He would say, “I’m the “harassed” the star for months, begging to and things are going really well. We just have a lot of fun biggest star in the world, why aren’t I Sir visit him at his Neverland Ranch in together and laugh all the time so he makes everything Michael Jackson, what’s going on?” Steven California. enjoyable. “I’m not sure we’re ready for marriage just yet Spielberg was made a Sir, so it’s obviously but we’re definitely heading in the right direction.”I’m a not just a British thing. He wanted to make very loved-up lady right now.” Though Jeremy is currently based in London, the 36-year-old beauty is hoping the martial arts instructor will join her in moving to Los Angeles. She said: “Jeremy loves it in LA too, so he’d proba- bly join me or at least travel back and forth as much as pos- sible.”I really hope so because I don’t do too well with long- distance relationships.” Before finding love with Jeremy, Kelly had an on/off romance with David McIntosh but is relieved her “toxic” ex-fiance is now out of her life. She told Closer magazine: “I lost sight of what was the right thing, what was the wrong thing. “I got caught up in something unhealthy and toxic. I’m so glad that’s far away from me now.”

Sofia Vergara has been Lambert admits performing hates selfies Gomez he ‘Modern Family’ actress doesn’t mind with Queen ‘intimidating’ striking a pose on the red carpet, but ‘having a lot of Tinsists she never looks good when she takes photographs of herself. The 43-year-old he 33-year-old star found singing with the star said: “I hate selfies. I always feel I like I legendary band - whose frontman Freddie fun’ with Zedd TMercury died in 1994 - a “big challenge” and look awful. My son [Manolo] was telling me admits knowing the performances have all gone that I need to hold [the phone] high, not low, he ‘Come and Get It’ hitmaker has suggested she is down well gave him a confidence boost. He said: and that’s why it wasn’t working. I need to sit considering rekindling her romance with the produc- “It gave me renewed confidence, the Queen proj- down and practice.” The Colombian beauty Ter, but admitted she would find it difficult to trust him ect. It made me feel validated and like I accom- recently launched her new perfume, Love, again. She said “We’ve been having a lot of fun together... plished something because the Queen thing was a and says her fiance Joe Manganiello is a huge But I admit it’s still a bit hard for me to go back to trusting a big challenge and kind of intimidating. So coming fan of the scent, which she plans to wear on guy. We’ll have to see.” The ‘Spring Breakers’ actress - who off of that and feeling like it was a victory was real- their wedding day in November. She said: “He previously had a four-year on/off romance with Justin ly good.” Adam is known for his flamboyant image loves it. When I met Joe, I was wearing my Bieber - is more choosy about the people in her life these and admits his outer confidence means people first perfume, Sofia. He always loves when I days and doesn’t want to be “dragged down” by negative often unfairly assume he’s a diva. He told Schˆn! put it on because it reminds him of the begin- influences. She told LOOK magazine: “I’ve needed to be magazine: “I think when you wear eccentric cloth- ning of our relationship.” While Sofia admits clear about the kind of people I want in my life - those who ing and you perform confidently on stage it’s easy she is “obsessed” with beauty products, she are going to help me evolve and those who aren’t good for to assume someone is an asshole or a diva or doesn’t ever let Joe, 38, see her wearing a me. “I’m at a place in my life where I want to really be able whatever and I don’t think I am. I’m sure I’ve had face mask. She explained to PEOPLE maga- my moments but I think I’m pretty friendly.” And to enjoy all the opportunities I have and not worry about zine: “There are things that I don’t think you things that are dragging me down. “One thing I know is the ‘Ghost Town’ singer - who shot to fame when should do outside your bathroom.”I have a he competed on ‘American Idol’ in 2009 - also finds that your true friends will always have your back and will cream for the eyes when it’s winter, one for always stand with you through the good times and bad.” it frustrating that he doesn’t get enough credit for when it’s mid-summer. Any cream that claims his ideas. He added: “I think one of the other mis- it’s going to make you look younger, I buy it.” conceptions is that a lot of the ideas and creativity doesn’t come from me. Maybe because of where I came from with ‘American Idol’ or whatever. I think sometimes people go ‘Why is the label making you do this.’ No one’s making me do anything. OK, I’m doing it. It is a team effort.” — Bangshowbiz Reynolds found fatherhood a ‘relief’ he 38-year-old actor and wife Blake Lively welcomed daughter James into the world last December and the ‘Deadpool’ star is thankful his life has a new pur- Tpose and claims the baby has stopped him worrying about “trivial” issues. He said: “Not unlike most people, I’ve found there is something of a relief to it, that you’re not the centre of your own universe any more and there’s something nice about how trivial all those other little things you used to lay awake at night worry- ing about become. “I think there’s something beautiful about that, and that’s not something I was expecting.” Despite the attention that follows his family, Ryan insists he won’t be sheltering James away as he wants her to have the ordinary childhood experiences he enjoyed growing up. He told Britain’s Marie Claire maga- zine: “I’m not going to hide in my apartment because I’m worried that someone may take a picture of my baby. “I want to experience life, I want my kids to have the same experiences I did. I want them to be outdoors, to experience the world and all Winslet thinks she’s too the wondrous moments and crap I did.” smart for therapy he ‘Dressmaker’ actress admits she has standing human being”. However, the 39-year- sought guidance from a professional old actress admitted she does worry some Ttherapist but after just one session she other young actresses are “a little bit thin”. gave up because she thought she could “out- Asked her advice for young actresses, she told smart” the counselor and doesn’t think she’ll Net-A-Porter’s digital magazine The EDIT: try it again. She said: “I tried therapy once and “They all seem to be doing OK. Some of them thought, ‘Oh God, I could outsmart you, good- are a little bit thin, but they all seem to be bye.’ So I won’t bother with that again.” Kate - doing great. “Shailene Woodley - whom I who has children Mia, 14, and Joe, 11, from adore, respect, have a little bit of a girl crush her two previous marriages and 21-month-old on - is an outstanding human being. She’s son Bear with current husband Ned Rocknroll incredibly grounded, knows who she is and is - also admitted she has a “girl crush” on her 23- doing great work, too.” year-old ‘Divergent’ co-star Shailene Woodley as she thinks the young actress is an “out- lifestyle SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2015

Features Cindy Crawford talks selfies, models today and daughter core one for the selfie stick: Cindy Crawford believes AP: You came up in an era where we called models figure out it’s not such a terrible thing. those photos of you by you can help boost self- by their first name and called them supermodels. Then Simage. “It’s empowering for kids to take their own there weren’t as many. What do you think of models AP: What do you think of Kaia going into modeling? image in their own hands in a way,” she said in a recent today? (She recently walked in the Public School runway show interview. “It’s a form of self-expression.” But she cautions Crawford: I was really lucky to be in fashion at the time at New York Fashion Week.) that they can be both good and bad. that I was and it was like such a moment for models. ... I Crawford: I just want her to be a kind person and have “I certainly think a little guidance is good because when think for a while for whatever reason there wasn’t that con- work that she loves. ... My husband and I have both been we’re young we kind of forget that things might come nection to models, but I think this new group of models, really fortunate that we love our jobs and we would want back to haunt us, she said.”I tell my kids, ‘If you have any Gigi (Hadid) and Kendall (Jenner.) Everyone knows them that for our kids too. In terms of modeling if she wants to doubts at all just check with me first.’ Crawford credits self- by their first name and I think so much of that is the power do it, I wouldn’t dissuade her because it’s been great for ies with teaching the masses the secrets to looking good in of social media. ... They can put out who they are and get me. photographs. their personalities out there, individuality out through “Every 14-year-old girl these days is a model in their their social media and I think that’s what fans are loving. AP: How are you when you’re taking family photos own life because so much of their social media and just or pictures with friends? Is it hard to turn off the model their interaction are through selfies. Kids are so much more AP: Recently people started really noticing your 14- part of your brain? sophisticated of like their angle and how they want to por- year-old daughter, Kaia, and commenting on her Crawford: I definitely think having been photographed tray themselves than I ever was.” Crawford’s latest endeavor resemblance to you. What’s that like? by the Irving Penns and the Helmut Newtons of the world, is “Becoming by Cindy Crawford,” it’s a coffee table book Crawford: Since she was little, people have said, ‘She I’m aware of light and angles. You can’t really throw that with 150 photographs and anecdotes from her career as looks just like you’ and she would say, ‘We look nothing away, but I also try not to be annoying. Fashion photogra- she prepares to turn 50 next year. In a recent interview, alike.’ And I think now as she’s getting older ... the resem- phy is art. When you’re just doing snapshots it’s a different Cindy Crawford poses for a portrait on Wednesday, Crawford talked about models today and her lookalike blance is coming out more because, you know, when peo- purpose. — AP Sept 30 in New York. — AP daughter Kaia. ple started seeing images of me they weren’t that much older than the age that she is now. And she’s starting to

Sam Smith’s 007 theme is Music Review first Bond song to top charts

am Smith’s 007 theme has gone Previous Bond films have featured songs straight to No 1 - the first James Bond by Adele, Paul McCartney, Madonna, Ssong to top the UK singles chart. Shirley Bassey and others. None has been a “Writing’s On the Wall” features in spy British chart-topper, although Duran thriller “SPECTRE,” released later this month. Duran’s “A View to a Kill” and McCartney’s The Official Charts Company, which com- “Live and Let Die” were top 10 hits. Adele’s piles the best-seller list, said Friday that the “Skyfall” theme won both a Grammy and an song moved 70,000 copies in sales and Academy Award. — AP streaming in its first week, beating Justin Bieber’s “What Do You Mean” to the top This is a file photo of British singer Sam Smith as he performs on stage during the V spot. It is Smith’s fifth No 1 single in Britain. Festival 2015 at Hylands Park in Chelmsford, Essex, England. — AP Robin Williams’ widow, kids settle estate fight obin Williams’ widow and his three children from shared with Robin Williams should be excluded from the previous marriages reached a settlement in their items the actor left to his children. Rlegal fight over the late actor’s estate, ending a She also claimed some of her husband’s personal public dispute following the beloved comedian’s suicide items were taken without her permission. Williams’ three last year. Terms of the out-of-court settlement were not children countered that Susan Williams was “adding disclosed. But James Wagstaffe, who is representing insult to a terrible injury” by trying to change the trust Susan Williams, said his client will remain in the San agreement and deprive them of items that their father Francisco Bay Area home she shared with Williams and clearly intended to leave to them. This CD cover image released by Rhythm receive living expenses to maintain the home for the rest Among the items in dispute were watches, memora- Nation/BMG Rights Management shows of her life. bilia, the tuxedo he was married in and photographs tak- “Unbreakable,” the latest released by Janet Wagstaffe said she also will receive a watch Robin en on his 60th birthday, according to court documents Jackson. — AP Williams often wore, a bike bought on their honeymoon, and previous statements by attorney Wagstaffe. and their wedding gifts. Both sides expressed satisfaction The dispute resulted in several court appearances over the settlement, which remains subject to court before a San Francisco judge and mediation. Trustees for approval. Wagstaffe and Meredith Bushnell, who repre- Williams’ estate filed a petition Friday with San Francisco Janet Jackson sents three adult children from previous marriages - County Superior Court stating the parties had reached a Zachary, Zelda and Cody- said they expect the judge’s settlement on Sept. 25 and asking to dismiss Susan approval. Williams’ petition to have the court provide guidance in ‘Unbreakable’ “Susan gets to enforce Robin’s wishes. She gets to stay the dispute. The judge had encouraged both sides to set- in the house as Robin wanted, with the trust being creat- tle out of court. — AP t was in summer that you left me, the fall ed to pay the expenses,” Wagstaffe said. Meredith and winter never felt so cold, and Lord Bushnell, who represents the three children said, “I think In this April 28, 2012, file photo Robin “Iknows words can never express it, life feels they’re just very happy to have this behind them.” Williams, and his wife, Susan Schneider arrive so empty I miss you much,” Janet Jackson sings Susan Williams filed a court petition in December, say- to the 2012 Comedy Awards in New York. — AP about her late brother, Michael Jackson. “Painful ing the contents of the Tiburon, California, home she tears like never before, we can’t laugh together till we cry, but our love ain’t no material thing, Insha’Allah, see you in the next life,” she continues in her signature soft tone. “Broken Hearts Heal” is a perfect example of Jackson’s musical prowess: The Will Smith returns to rap song’s beat is so feel-good, breezy and bouncy that you must dance, but her lyrics are touching, and in this particular song, heart-wrenching as she with Colombian band highlights her relationship, even as kids doing chores, with the King of Pop. You might cry. ill Smith, who long ago moved said that he had gone to a studio with rap And that’s exactly it: Jackson’s album, from music to acting, has briefly giant Kanye West, although Smith stopped “Unbreakable,” is a reminder that dance music is Wreturned to rap in a collaboration short of saying whether the end result more than fast, loud electronic beats pounding to with the Colombian band Bomba Estereo. would be released. — AFP the floor. EDM creators and its admirers, take note. In his first rap recording in a decade, This 17-track set, which has Jackson reuniting with released Friday, Smith offers a short inter- longtime collaborators Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis, is jection in a remix of Bomba Estereo’s song full of soulful, electro and addictive tracks that will “Fiesta.” make your head bop or vogue - and make your Smith raps lines in a mishmash of con- brain think. versational Spanish and English that On the downbeat and introspective “Black include: “Hola mamacita / Go get me a Eagle,” Jackson gets political, singing about those beer-a.” Smith has previously voiced admi- who are overlooked and judged. “I’m singing this ration for the Colombian band, which love song to show my support, to the beautiful brings electronic dance beats to music people who have been ignored, with blind eyes rooted in the cumbia tradition. and cold showers attacking them, invisible people The band’s founder Simon Mejia said they won’t let fit in,” she sings. “Because every life Smith’s contribution was “beyond anything matters - we all need to do better.” we have dreamed of.” “When I was told that Will Smith wanted to collaborate on a Jackson isn’t always serious, and “Unbreakable” remix with Bomba, I couldn’t believe it,” he is a balanced adventure: “Dammn Baby,” which said in a statement, hailing the rapper- samples a line from her late ‘90s hit “I Get Lonely,” actor for making an effort in Spanish. has a semi-trap sound that is a winner; Missy “Fiesta” is up for two Latin Grammys next Elliott brings the heat on the fun “BURNITUP!”; and month. “Night” is a house and trance anthem. The album’s Smith was first known as half of the duo first single, “No Sleeep,” is a sexy R&B number and DJ Jazzy Jeff and The Fresh Prince in the on “2 B Loved,” which features a classic Jackson 1980s, when hip-hop was becoming main- hook, she’s a confident independent woman in stream in the United States. Amid wide- love. spread media criticism of rap’s language “You see I’m not the kind of girl you got to and themes, the duo won radio play with babysit, no, no, if you have things to do, I under- clean-cut tunes such as “Parents Just Don’t stand,” she sings, most likely about her beau. And Understand.” while “Unbreakable” has some B-level tracks - Smith went on to star in the TV series including “Take Me Away” and “Gon’ B Alright” - “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air” and has the album is a reminder that Jackson is one icon emerged as one of Hollywood’s most suc- who hasn’t lost a beat. That’s the way real music cessful actors, with movies such as the goes. — AP “Men in Black” series, “Ali” and “The Pursuit A fashion lover walks her dog colored in pink outside the Grand Palais museum before of Happyness.” Smith’s last album was “Lost Mugler’s Spring-Summer 2016 ready-to-wear fashion collection presented during the and Found,” which came out in 2005 to a Paris Fashion Week in Paris, France. — AP mixed reception. But Smith earlier this year Will Smith lifestyle SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2015

Features Taking music to the masses ‘Sopanam’ musician on a mission to popularize the art form

By Sajeev K Peter Harigovindan. “I have heard many sopanam musicians lament that people don’t listen to their music. It is because, their music was opanam musician Njeralathu Harigovindan is on a silent mis- designed as a temple art meant only for a minority,” he said. “Artistes sion. The sixth son of late Njeralathu Rama Pothuvaal, the great must become broadminded and attempt to communicate to a vast SSopanam music exponent of Kerala, Harigovindan seeks to majority of people. It is futile to complain or wail about the unpopu- redefine the concept of ‘Sopanasangeetham’ by popularizing the folk larity of their music,” he said. art form. “My mission is to make this music popular and appealing to “I could not become silent and inactive. I decided to use the tech- the masses,” says Harigovindan, who established the ‘Njeralath nology that was handed over to me traditionally from my father to Kalasramam’ after his father, who unshackled the art form from the face the modern generation and cater to their aspirations and aes- four walls of the temples in Kerala. thetic sensibilities,” he said. Harigovind debuted in 1995 inheriting “Our mission is to make ‘Sopanam’ music accessible at all places of music from his father Rama Pothuvaal. “We started the Njeralath performances, irrespective of caste, religion, politics, gender or place. Kalasramam with a view to popularizing ‘Sopanasangeetham.’ This music must emanate from the depths of the soul and the singer must be able to envision himself singing at the doorway of the Survival Almighty,” he said in an interview with Kuwait Times. Harigovindan According to Harigovindan, there are only 114 Sopanam singers in arrived in Kuwait to perform during NAFO’s Onam celebration at the Kerala today. “No temple art can survive within the walls of temples. Indian Community School, Salmiya on Friday. Many artistes live in abject poverty and lead an unhappy life. At the “Music must relate to life and its experiences no matter where you same time, those artistes who came out of temples and started per- sing,” Harigovindan, who has sung at Christian churches, Muslim forming outside are better off today,” he remarked. forums and conference venues of various political parties in Kerala, Harigovindan, who has become a well-known singer today, lend- said. “Only when my father started singing Sopanam music outside ing a new style and dimension to the Sopanam music, strongly the precincts of temples, did people begin to realize that there is a believes that instead of teaching these art forms at institutes like genre of music called ‘Sopana Sangeetham’. Although traditionalists Kalamandalam, there should be centers to train people to appreciate attacked him, a few geniuses like G Aravindan, G Shankara Pillai, art forms. “Learning is more important than performance. At Kavalam Narayana Panikkar, John Abraham and Nedumudii Venu Njeralath Kalasramam’, we are trying to do that. Popularization of any realized the aesthetic beauty of the art form and identified the great art can only done only through a step by step process as it involves talent of the singer,” he said recalling how filmmaker Aravindan cast several technical complexities. People must be led from the unknown Rama Pothuvaal in his movie ‘Thampu’ (The Tent) as a sopanam to the known,” he said. Harigovind is happy that there a growing is Even when one fails to make his art form popular in his own life, it Njeralathu singer who sings with his ‘Edakka’, a percussion instrument. acceptance for his music today with a large number of youngsters may become acceptable at least in the next generation. For that one Harigovindan being attracted towards it. may have to make sacrifices and suffer material losses. It must be a Popular Harigovindan has lent his voice to the music album titled ‘The mission. This is what we are trying to do today,” he said. “It was a realization for many when my father and his style of Soul of Anamika in Black and White’ made by Shahbaas Aman and “I don’t believe that Akademi awards are the ultimate honors an music were introduced to people through a popular medium like cin- the telefilm ‘Kaalam’ (The Time) about Pallavoor Appu Maaraar. Also artist can aspire for. To be born as Njeralathu Rama Poduvaal’s son is ema,” Harigovindan noted. He recalled how the Sopanam song an exponential singer of Jayadeva’s Ashtapathi, Harigovindan has the ultimate Padmashri and that cannot be conferred on me by any ‘Vande Mukunda Hare...’ became a hit after the Malayalam film composed many songs and enlivened ancient lyrics in addition to government,” he said. “Art or music is not meant to defeat anyone ‘Devasuram’ directed by Renjith was released. several compositions for Mohiniyattom. through competitions nor is it a medium to make or break records. It “Unfortunately, after my father’s death, there were again attempts seeks to bring solace and happiness to people in distress,” he said. by traditionalists to take ‘Sopapasangeetham’ back to temples. At the Mission same time, I had to introspect as to why this musical form did not “I prefer to call my music Harigovinda Geetham, he said. I strongly appeal to the masses. Here is where I found a space for myself,” said believe that an artist must fundamentally be brave and not greedy.

‘Thor 3’ finds its director in Taika Waititi aika Waititi is in negotiations to direct “Thor: Ragnarok,” the third installment in TMarvel’s “Thor” franchise. The New Zealand native helmed several episodes of the TV series “Flight of the Conchords” in addition to writing and directed the vampire spoof “What We Do in the Shadows” and the indie comedy “Eagle vs Shark.” Waititi, who’s half-Maori, also penned the script for Disney’s upcoming animated movie “Moana.” Waititi also acted as the character Tom Kalmaku 2011’s “Green How much for Lantern” opposite Ryan Reynolds. Kenneth In this image released by Sony Pictures, Joseph Gordon-Levitt portrays Philippe Petite in a scene from, “The Walk.” The Branagh directed 2011’s original “Thor” and film, about high-wire artist Phillippe Petit’s cabled walk between the Twin Towers in 1974, opened the 53rd New York Alan Taylor helmed “Thor: The Dark World” in Film Festival yesterday. — AP 2013. The first film grossed $449 million world- that Nobel prize wide and the sequel took in $645 million. Chris Hemsworth will return as the titular superhero. Tom Hiddleston (Loki) and Jaimie ‘The Martian,’ ‘The Walk’ give in the window? Alexander (Lady Sif) will be back to star as well. The script for “Thor: Ragnarok” has been writ- o need to make peace in the Middle East, resolve one of ten by Christopher Yost and Craig Kyle. Yost science’s great mysteries or pen a masterpiece: the easiest Oscar voters feel-good options was a co-writer on “Thor: The Dark World. Kevin way to get yourself a Nobel prize may be to buy one. In the N Feige is the producer. “Thor: Ragnarok” hits the- oth Robert Zemeckis’ “The Walk” and Ridley Scott’s “The Hawk Down,” for which he received a best director nomina- 114 years since the Nobel prizes were first handed out, they have aters on Nov 3, 2017. Waititi is represented by Martian” made their way to theaters this week, and both tion. Add to that a sure-to-be-substantial box office take (early been awarded 889 times for pioneering work in the fields of CAA and Manage-ment. — Reuters Bhave something unique to offer in the Oscar race. No, estimates put it around $50 million this weekend) and obvi- peace, literature, medicine, physics, chemistry and, since 1969, not spectacle, though they have that in spades as well. Rather, ous appeal in below-the-line categories (the effects, editing, economics. But over the years, following reversals of fortune and in a season typically packed with deadly serious themes and sound and design elements are all outstanding, as they tend splitting of inheritances, at least a dozen Nobel gold medals and issues, these movies trade in delighting their audiences. to be even in Scott’s lesser works), then you start closing in on diplomas have ended up on the auction block. Zemeckis’ could almost be described as a family film; its a delicious recipe for awards success. Yes, it’s the easy way out, as buyers don’t have to have “con- jaunty tone and Joseph Gordon-Levitt’s bubbly persona are an One wonders, however, if Damon’s perceived press faux ferred the greatest benefit on mankind”, as stipulated by Swedish antidote to somber stories on the circuit. Meanwhile, that pas in recent weeks will be more than just grist for the short- scientist and philanthropist Alfred Nobel in his 1895 testament quality is part of the very fabric of “The Martian,” which finds sighted outrage mill. (Reaction to his somewhat benign state- when he created the prizes. But as any mediator will tell you, actor Matt Damon left behind on an unforgiving extraterres- ments have been overblown, I feel, and I say that as someone peace comes at a price. And surprisingly, it is not always as high as trial world in a story that could, for obvious reasons, have who smacked my forehead when I saw the “Project one would think for a Nobel Peace Prize. The cheapest Nobel ever been much darker. As screenwriter Drew Goddard said this Greenlight” clip.) In all likelihood, that will blow over for the sold at auction is that of France’s Aristide Briand, honored in 1926 week, “It has this optimistic soul to it, which is not something next news cycle and the actor will end up a best actor con- for his role in France and Germany’s short-lived post-war reconcili- you see a lot in science-fiction in general.” tender for holding the audience’s attention by his lonesome ation. His prize went for a steal in 2008 at just 12,200 Euros Speaking on the film, Scott ended up on a tangent about for long stretches of the film. ($13,650 at today’s rate). That of Britain’s William Randal Cremer, optimistic quality. He wondered aloud what the recent obses- Golden Globe recognition seems particularly within reach. who won in 1903, did only slightly better, going under the ham- sion with zombies in film and television is all about and we The point here is that voters will be yearning to feel better mer for $17,000 in 1985. But that was then. settled on the idea that a general sense of accepted pes- than a number of the films in the race this year will be willing Auction prices have skyrocketed since, prompting a growing simism has worked its way into storytelling. Meaning, we’re at to make them feel. “Spotlight” has a bit of the quality they’ll be number of laureates or their families to sell their prestigious pos- a point-with over-extended timelines for reducing emissions looking for, ending on a significant note of reverence for jour- sessions. Since early 2014, at least eight Nobel medals have gone and such-that notions of “beyond the point of no return” are nalism, though it comes at the end of a tale with considerable up for auction. “There is a heightened interest in the discoveries more numbing than shocking. So post-apocalyptic stories are “ick” factor. Obviously “Inside Out” keeps spirits high, and and developments of the 20th century and the Nobel prize really almost just a matter of course, where they used to be more “Brooklyn” refreshingly avoids overt melodrama. “The Walk” symbolizes the biggest achievements of the century whether they subgenre territory. For a film like “The Martian” to come along, and “The Martian” emboss that quality, however, and they are in science, economics or whether they’re in peace,” explains embracing good nature and the progressive mentality of stand out as a result. — Reuters Francis Wahlgren, the head of Christie’s international book and problem-solving (one is reminded of “Apollo 13”), it’s really manuscripts department. rather unique in the spectrum. What’s more? The film also happens to be Scott’s most criti- ‘Trump of the scientific world’ cally acclaimed since 1991’s “Thelma & Louise.” And yes, that “We now have to consider them among higher value things includes Best Picture winner “Gladiator” and 2001’s “Black that we handle,” he adds. Recently several Nobel prizes for physics, chemistry and economics have sold for between $300,000 and $400,000. Even more lucrative was the 1909 Peace Prize awarded to Belgium’s Auguste Beernaert, which sold for $661,000, and the 1936 Peace Prize to Carlos Saavedra Lamas of Argentina-found in Knightley’s Broadway debut interrupted by man, flowers a pawn shop years earlier-which went for a staggering $1.16 mil- lion. But it is the field of medicine that holds the top spot for the eira Knightley’s Broadway debut was interrupted when a a beautiful, but doomed, heroine. highest price ever paid for a Nobel medal. US scientist James member of the audience shouted at the actress and threw At one point, a young man in the mezzanine got up, went to Keira Knightley Watson, who won the 1962 award for his co-discovery of the Ka bouquet of flowers at the stage before being escorted the railing and shouted. Knightly did not break character and the structure of DNA, is one of the rare laureates to have sold his prize from the theater. Knightley, who plays the title character in the man was heard to say: “Five seconds is too long to wait for a while still alive. He cashed in a record $4.76 million for his medal in play “Therese Raquin” was onstage Thursday with Gabriel Ebert response!” An usher came and escorted the man back to his seat. December 2014 — more than double the amount the heirs of his when the disturbance took place at the Studio 54 Theatre, the When security arrived, the man tossed the flowers on his way out. co-recipient, Francis Crick of Britain, obtained when they sold his same location where last year actor Shia LaBeouf was handcuffed “Therese Raquin,” written in 1867, is about a woman trapped in medal just 20 months earlier. during a performance of “Cabaret” for yelling obscenities. a loveless marriage who embarks on an illicit affair with a friend of “Watson might have greater name recognition with people, “Roundabout takes the safety of their actors and audiences her husband’s. The story has been adapted into a 1953 film star- just because of some of the things he said. He is kind of a contro- very seriously and extra security will be added beginning tonight,” ring Simone Signoret and another recently starring Elizabeth versial nature. He is the Donald Trump of the scientific world,” says said Jessica Johnson, who represents the Roundabout Theatre Olsen. Knightley made her West End debut in 2009 in the comedy Wahlgren. Watson made waves in 2007 when he implied in an Company. “For obvious reasons, we cannot comment on the exact “The Misanthrope” and two years later starred in Lillian Hellman’s interview that Africans were of lower intelligence. His medal was nature of the additional security measures.” The incident on “The Children’s Hour.” — AP returned to him by the Russian billionaire who bought it, Alisher Thursday occurred during the first preview of “Therese Raquin,” a Usmanov, out of gratitude for his groundbreaking research.—AFP stage adaptation of the Emile Zola novel in which Knightley plays lifestyle SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2015

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Small is beautiful: Dwarf models wow Paris ucking the fashion show stereotype of tall, wil- lowy models, Paris Fashion Week was treated BFriday to a parade of women of restricted growth sashaying along the runway to great public applause. The only criteria for becoming one of the atypical models showing off the New York Creative Business House’s tailor-made collection, was that you had to be under 1.30 meters (four feet four inches) tall. The innovative show was created by the French “Donnons-leur une chance” (Give them a chance) asso- ciation. “The Dwarf Fashion Show”, as it’s been dubbed, was in its third edition after debuting at last year’s Paris Fashion week and a show last winter in New York. Asian fashionistas will be able to enjoy the show next year when it is due to hit the Tokyo catwalks. “It’s to change people’s ideas of us, and because I like fash- ion I wanted to be on the catwalk,” French model Emma told AFP. “And it could give designers ideas of how to make clothes for us,” she added. Organizers accuse the French fashion industry of “discriminatory Models pose for a selfie before hitting the catwalk at the French diktats” that exclude short people from being consid- Ministry of Culture during the dwarf fashion show. ered beautiful. — AFP Models present the creations during the “National Dwarf Fashion Show” in Paris on October 2, 2015. — AFP/AP photos CENTREPOINT launches its Autumn Winter 2015 Collection

utumn Winter 2015 at Centrepoint presents an array of accessories and other products. The 4,200 sq ft store has a foot- autumnal colors such as brown, blue and red. The collection is dren’s section is given a modern makeover with classy boots trends for the new season. Showcasing these trends and fall of nearly 35,000 people per month and is conveniently retro-chic and captures key styles that can consumers can tran- and an array of multi-colored strappy sandals to complement Athe new collection Centrepoint the region’s largest located in a busy and lively shopping hub Salem Al Mubarak sition from day to night. In keeping with the season, there are a any look. retailer hosted an event at its recently refurbished and renovat- Street. variety of jackets, dresses and trousers for the entire family. For the cold winter nights, Lifestyle has a wide range of soft ed Salmiya store which saw attendance from the local media Speaking about the new collection Saibal added: “This and luxurious Berkshire blankets in sophisticated palettes. It is and management from Landmark Group. The revamped Autumn Winter, we want to provide the fashion savvy con- Women winter wear the perfect accessory for this time of year. Also available are Salmiya store launched in Kuwait in 2005 has undergone a sumer complete unmatched fashion solutions with an experi- Women can sport fun, yet sophisticated looks thanks to a fresh and enticing perfumes with whiffs of ultra-feminine complete transformation and has re launched itself as the ence that entices them to come back to our store. With the wide selection of winter jackets that have faux fur trims or col- blends for women such as Desigual’s fresh and The Replay modern family fashion store with increased space and a brand launch of our new collection, we are certain that our customers lars and can be matched with a bright pair of leggings or Relover which is unapologetically masculine with a rich woody new entrance for the customers to access. will keep stylishly warm and comfortable” Making retro look vibrant accessories such as neck pieces or bags to keep the and musk composition. Speaking about the renovated store, Saibal Basu, Chief chic in its latest collection for Autumn Winter, Centrepoint has look fresh. While, the new range of leather boots completes Also launched during the event a fun family competition Operating Officer, Landmark Group Kuwait said :”We are embraced the seasonal colors and styles that are bound to the look with finesse. For the ones who prefer a bit of glam, where a photo booth is placed in store for the entire month of delighted to unveil the new look of Centrepoint Salmiya. We keep all consumers looking effortlessly comfortable and on- flaunting dresses in the season’s trending hues are available October. Customers are invited to select merchandise of their have been constantly adapting and expanding to meet the trend this season. This collection focuses on 70’s inspired and can be paired with a variety of faux fur coats and leather choice, click, share and tag family pictures using demand and recognize the burgeoning fashion interests of our pieces for the family. boots. #CentrepointAW2015 and get a chance to update their family patrons. Our aim to achieve proximity to our customers The Babyshop styles for little ones reflect a color scheme of Moving on to the men’s collection, which offers a variety of wardrobe. The picture with the highest number of likes will be pushed us to revamp the store which in turn will provide shop- pastels and dark hues and patterns reflecting flora and fauna. options and can move easily from causal to chic, simply by a announced winner and receive gift vouchers from Centrepoint pers with an easy access and better understanding of our col- The collection includes pieces like jerseys, cardigans that swap of a key jacket. Further, style stars can look forward to The renovated new store highlights the brands exceptional lections. The increased space and refurbished facilities will only include key details like sleeve frills and autumnal themed adding further flair by accessorizing with a bright tie or a service in Kuwait and marks a new chapter for Centrepoint add to a customer’s enhanced shopping experience. We look prints like leaves and popular animals. trendy bow-tie. The latest range of comfortable and on-trend whose expansion from its establishment in 2005 until now is forward to welcoming our customers to this newly renovated Boys can get the comfortable and casual look with the shoes ensures style from head to toe. unprecedented. This Autumn Winter Centrepoint is the defini- store,” vibrant range of t-shirts, shirts and shoes. The relaxed bottoms The footwear options at Shoemart this fall have adopted a tive one-stop shop for the family’s fashion and lifestyle needs. make it easy for kids to jump and move around. Girls can look retro-chic style for ladies with three different collections titled Visit Centrepoint at Al Rai, Avenues, Hawally, Salmiya, Fintas, Unmatched fashion solutions pretty in this season in the colorful range of leggings, jackets “70’s Flare”, “Sports Luxe” and “Dark Opulence”. The collection Jahra, Fahaheel, Sulaibhikhat, and Kuwait City. The new renovated store spreads over three levels and dressy tops, which can all be teamed with the latest collec- includes opulent heels and flats which offer equal levels of (Basement, Ground, and Mezzanine) and offers the latest fash- tion of vibrant colored shoes. comfort and style. The men’s section comes equipped with ion trends in menswear, ladies wear, children’s wear, footwear, The Splash collection includes trendy pieces in shades of trendy moccasins, high top sneakers and boots, while the chil- Taking music to the masses

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A Pakistani camel owner looks for customers as people visit Karachi beach suffering from warm weather in Pakistan. — AP Sandcastle hotel turns fantasy into reality utch sand sculptors have taken a child- Oss, hotel guests can marvel at a collection of Cleopatra stands in one corner while elsewhere hood fantasy to a new level by creating life-sized sand-sculpted dinosaurs, medieval in the room the city of Oss is represented by its Dthe world’s first real-life “sandcastle explorers and robots while a “trip through Asia” coat-of-arms-also in sand. “Touch the walls-you hotel”, complete with a drawbridge and turrets. is the theme in Sneek. can feel it’s very hard,” Van Leeuwen said. Curious tourists and the young at heart flocked Guests need not worry about getting sand in Sadly, a stay at the sand hotel will soon come this summer to the small southern Dutch city of their beds: the hotel offers a luxurious overnight to an end with the summer, Van Leeuwen said, Oss to spend a night in a specially-built room stay in a ‘regular’ bed and the floor is lined with a saying the venue premiered to a bumper sea- deep inside the massive sculpture made entirely plush grey carpet. “People say: ‘It’s a sand hotel, son. “I think for some people it’s a childhood fan- of sand. it’s going to be a like a muddy puddle’ but in fact tasy to sleep in a sandcastle, while for others it’s Constructed from tons of sand trucked in especially for the purpose and reinforced with wood, the room gives those spending the night the unique experience of sleeping in a real-life sandcastle, and comes complete with sand- carved sculptures. “It’s crazy!” said Dutch mechanic Erwin after sleeping in the sand hotel to celebrate his “twelve-and-a-half year anniversary” with his partner. “I wanted to do something special and it’s a bit of a childhood dream of mine to sleep in a sandcastle,” Erwin, who declined to give his surname, told AFP. A view of the bedroom at the world’s first real-life “sand castle hotel” constructed from tonnes of sand and enforced with wood, in the small southern Dutch city of Oss. Sand vs ice hotel “The idea came from the ice hotels in Finland and Sweden,” says hotel manager Maud van Leeuwen, referring to the popular Scandinavian resorts that spring up in winter, featuring ice beds and room temperatures of around minus eight degrees Celsius. “We have many artists who work with both sand and ice and suddenly we thought-why not build a sand hotel?” Van Leeuwen said. Conditions are less harsh at the sand hotel, with guests being welcomed by a comfortably An employee prepares the bedroom at the “sand castle hotel”. turned-down bed and fully-equipped bathroom for an overnight stay costing 150 Euros ($167). it’s very luxurious,” Van Leeuwen laughed as she a bit like going on an adventure, or for a special But like the Scandinavian ice hotels, the sand prepared the room, setting out two crystal glass- occasion,” she said. The sand hotels are expected hotel is built as an ephemeral artwork and will es and a bottle of Italian bubbly. to be back at same two venues next year-and be broken down at the end of summer. The decor and structure however is indeed will perhaps also make an appearance in made from sand treated with a special lime to Germany and Britain. — AFP Luxury stay help it bind and harden, thereby preventing the Two sand hotels were built in the room from crumbling in on its residents. “The Netherlands at venues where annual sand sculp- room was first built with wooden panels and ture festivals are being held: one in Oss and the then covered with sand,” for safety reasons, Van other in the northern Frisian city of Sneek. In Leeuwen explained. A sand-carved bust of A view of the bathroom at the world’s first real-life “sand castle hotel”.

A view of the world’s first real-life “sand castle hotel”.— AFP photos