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THURSDAY, MAY 16, 2013 RAJAB 6, 1434 AH www.kuwaittimes.net Ex-officer Indian medics DiCaprio Last-gasp ‘tricked’ 8 conduct ‘perfect’ opens 66th goal wins Filipinas into op on baby’s Cannes Europa League sex racket3 swollen28 head film38 fest for20 Chelsea Speaker says all’s fine Max 40º Min 28º after meeting premier High Tide 04:03 & 14:05 Prosecution summons Barrak supporters for repeating speech Low Tide 08:53 & 21:37 40 PAGES NO: 15810 150 FILS By B Izzak Ruling may KUWAIT: National Assembly Speaker Ali Al-Rashed said yesterday that he believes “things were moving in the right direction” after he discussed the latest political standoff with Prime Minister HH Sheikh Jaber Al- hit economy Mubarak Al-Sabah. Rashed told reporters after the meeting that the government will not ask for the with- drawal of the two grillings submitted on Tuesday that KUWAIT: A ruling by Kuwait’s top court cent rise in the stock market since the triggered the first clash between the government and next month could end a period of rela- start of this year, could come to an end the Assembly seen as very loyal to the government. The tive political stability, jeopardising gov- on June 16. The constitutional court is government however boycotted the Assembly session ernment plans to push ahead with long- expected to rule on an emergency yesterday for the second day in a row and Rashed said delayed economic projects. One of the decree issued by HH the Amir last year, the government will not attend today’s special session world’s richest countries per capita, six weeks before the December poll, too. Kuwait has struggled for years to get big which changed the rules for voting and The speaker sounded positive about the future, hint- infrastructure projects off the ground triggered some of the largest street ing that the next parliamentary session on May 28 is because of bureaucratic red tape and protests in the country’s history. likely to go ahead as usual. Rashed also denied reports political turmoil. A parliamentary elec- If the court rules that the decree was that HH the Amir Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah tion in December was the fifth in six not constitutional, parliament will need might invoke article 106 of the constitution which stipu- years. The election seemed to be a turn- to be dissolved, triggering a snap elec- lates the suspension of the Assembly for one month. ing point, however, since an opposition tion, and legislation passed by the The speaker said he would explain the outcome of his boycott of the poll meant members of assembly may also be made invalid - talks with the prime minister to MPs during a meeting parliament seen as more willing to coop- sending Kuwait back to square one in today. erate with the government were elected. economic policy terms, or close to it. “An The first standoff between the government and the This stirred investor hopes that the annulment of the current parliament and Assembly, elected in December amid a total opposition state would ramp up spending under a the return of major political uncertainty boycott, was triggered by two requests filed by MPs to KD 30 billion ($105 billion) development would be negative for investor percep- question the oil and interior ministers over a variety of plan, which aims to draw private and for- tions and the economy,” said Farouk alleged violations but the main focus has been on the eign investment and diversify the oil- Soussa, Middle East chief economist at KUWAIT: HH the Amir Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah receives HH the Crown Prince Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah at the Amiri Airport payment of the $2.2 penalty to US Dow Chemical. MPs reliant economy. That optimism, which Citigroup in Dubai. have strongly criticized the government’s behaviour in has helped to fuel a more than 30 per- Continued on Page 13 yesterday. The Amir congratulated the Crown Prince on the successful surgery he underwent in Germany. — KUNA Continued on Page 13 THURSDAY, MAY 16, 2013 LOCAL

Kuwait contributes $60m at Mali donor conference

BRUSSELS: Kuwait’s Minister of opment of the infrastructure of the coun- Commerce and Industry, Anas Khalid Al- try. Kuwait has been a regular donor to Saleh, announced here yesterday that program in Mali in areas including trans- Kuwait will contribute $60 million for the port, energy, rural development, water development of Mali. “I have the honor as supply and agriculture since October the special envoy of His Highness the 1976 and we shall continue to do so,” Amir to represent the state of Kuwait at stated stressd the Kuwaiti minister. this conference to address the challenges We are also aware that challenges the Republic of Mali is facing and assist faced by Mali are shared by its neighbors, Mali to chart its future,” he told a donors’ he said and called for continued involve- conference on Mali in Brussels. ment in collective projects for the devel- “We are glad to announce that the opment of the Sahel region. “We look for- State of Kuwait shall contribute $60 mil- ward to addressing these issues and the lion, $10 million as a grant to Mali and challenges facing the African continet as the other $50 million as concessional a whole during the coming Afro-Arab loans,” he said. summit which Kuwait shall host in “We shall continue to assist the devel- November,” he added. — KUNA Kuwaitis ‘extremely upset’ over Dow fine: Survey KUWAIT: A majority of Kuwaitis surveyed lished by Al-Qabas yesterday further shows in a recent opinion poll expressed “extreme that 85 percent of people surveyed were frustration” with the recent developments aware about the deal with Dow Chemical, regarding the K-Dow deal and the huge and 84 percent said that they knew the financial loss that the state funds suffered punitive fine’s quantum. In the meantime, as a result, a local newspaper reported yes- 33 percent of people blamed the govern- terday. ment for the problem while 28 percent The survey was carried out by Innova held the parliament responsible. Consulting Company which was assigned The Kuwaiti government had called off by Al-Qabas newspaper to survey public the deal to establish what was to be known opinion about the payment of more than as K-Dow Petrochemicals in late 2008 KUWAIT: His Highness the Amir Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah yesterday received a group of iconic women who expressed gratitude $2.2 million to US-based Dow Chemical as under pressure from the opposition in the on the 8th anniversary of granting Kuwaiti women their political rights on May 16, 2005. — KUNA per the penalty clause in a joint venture parliament, prompting Dow Chemical to contract that was canceled in 2008. A total sue for damages as per a penalty clause in of 2020 Kuwaitis of different age groups the contract. Kuwait finds citizenships were asked about the row in the survey, The American company won last year an and 97 percent of them expressed disap- international court order stipulating that pointment at the huge financial loss that the Petrochemical Industries Company, a the state suffered. Meanwhile, 91 percent wholly owned subsidiary of Kuwait of 67K stateless residents felt that the government did not handle Petroleum Corporation, pay a $2.16 billion this issue in a professional manner. fine for canceling the contract to establish The survey whose results were pub- the $7.4 billion joint venture. — Al-Qabas Stateless residents remain around 100,000

KUWAIT: Kuwait has managed to find the origi- entry into Kuwait, as well as marriage and birth The government also adopted last year a new nal nationalities of 67,000 stateless residents liv- certificates in which the nationality is specified. form of security IDs for the stateless residents ing on its land, who were among the 93,000 reg- “Applying for citizenship in this case is con- which were to be used as their main form of istered with a government body whose job was sidered an act of forgery,” Al-Fadhala said, insist- identification. The cards contained color coded to find a solution to the thorny subject, a senior ing that the agency planned to “confront” the tags referring to the category under which a state official said in a recent statement. stateless residents with the information it has. holder is recognized in state records; including “We have retrieved the civil ID number, pass- He further indicated that Kuwait was coordinat- those eligible for naturalization and others the port number and nationality of 67,000 individu- ing with the respective countries of the ‘fake’ government claims to have proof that they als in coordination with state departments,” said stateless residents, adding that planned visits to belong to other countries. For example, a bearer Saleh Al-Fadhala, the president of the Central Iraq and Syria in this regard are currently on hold of a red-tagged card was classified under ‘people Apparatus for Illegal Residents, during an inter- pending the security situation there. with criminal restrictions’ which renders natural- view with Kuwait TV. The Kuwaiti government established the ization applications automatically infructuous. Kuwait’s community of stateless residents, Central Agency for Illegal Residents in 2010 with Last March, the parliament passed a bill dou- estimated at around 100,000, demands citizen- a five-year ultimatum to sort out the issue bling the number of people the government can ship as well as civil and social rights they are regarding the stateless residents’ community naturalize each year to a maximum of 4000 after deprived of, given their illegal residence status. and identify those who meet conditions for nat- the cabinet agreed to give priority in granting KUWAIT: Represented by its IT, Traffic and security media directorates, the interi- The government in the meantime argues uralization, including residents whose Bedouin citizenship to stateless residents who meet the or ministry (MOI) yesterday took part in the World Telecommunication and some of them are Arabs or descendents of Arab ancestors failed to register for citizenship follow- required conditions. Information Society Day launched here under the title of “ICT and Improving people who deliberately destroyed their original ing Kuwait’s independence more than fifty years Al-Fadhala told the Kuwait News Agency on Road Safety”. passports after coming to Kuwait and now seek ago. The agency adopted measures within a Monday that a “new batch” of stateless residents citizenship in the oil-rich country. year to grant stateless residents several rights “has been referred to the proper authorities for During his recent appearance, Al-Fadhala which included obtaining marriage, birth and naturalization.” This group included relatives of demonstrated documents he said proved his death certificates, but the inability to ensure sig- Kuwaitis, people who lived in Kuwait since 1960 argument, including a supposed criminal record nificant improvement in living conditions or earlier, as well as people with high academic containing the passport number and date of prompted several protests last year. qualifications. — Al-Jarida Bid to steal ATM machine in Riqee

By Hanan Al-Saadoun hooked it to a car, but the rope snapped due to in Amghara and Wafra arrested more than 50 the machine’s weight. expatriates in violation of Iqama law. KUWAIT: Criminal security personnel reviewed The official said the Egyptian guard saw what the tapes from a famous commercial bank that was going on and noted down the license plate Maid kills herself was opened recently in Riqee area to identify a number. The case was registered as an attempt- A citizen told authorities that his Asian maid thief who attempted to steal an ATM machine. ed theft. committed suicide by hanging herself in her A security source informed that a bank official room. Policemen went to the house and referred said that an unknown person entered from the 50 expats held the body to the coroner. Investigations were on Kuwait marks World main door, tied up the ATM machine, then Vice detectives who carried out a campaign to determine the exact cause of death. Telecom and IT Day

KUWAIT: Kuwait Ministry of Communications Society Day (WTISD) is celebrated on 17 May marked yesterday the World Telecommunication each year starting from 2006. She added that and Information Society Day with a conference the annual event marks the anniversary of the on the role of information and communication signature of the first International Telegraph technology (ICT) in improving road safety. Convention in 1865 which led to the creation of “The safe usage of information and commu- the International Telecommunication Union. nications technology on roads helps reduce the “The day is celebrated with a different theme huge human and material losses caused by road every year. The theme of this year is ‘ICTs and accidents,” Minister of Communications and improving road safety’,” Al-Mazyad noted. The Minister of State for Housing Affairs Salem theme for World Telecommunication Day 1997 Mutheeb Al-Utheina said. “The way we use new was “Telecommunications and Humanitarian technologies determines its impact on us.” Al- Assistance”, for World Telecommunication Day Utheina said the event is meant to show the role 2005 it was “Time for Action”, for World of ICT in upgrading efficiency of traffic manage- Telecommunication Day 2006 it was “Promoting ment and improve road safety to save people’s Global Cyber-security”, for World lives. “According to the Report of the United Telecommunication Day 2007 it was Nations Road Safety Collaboration (UNRSC) “Connecting the Youth, the Opportunities of ICT” AOU honors outstanding students released by UN Secretary- General Ban Ki-moon, and for World Telecommunication Day 2008 it KUWAIT: Under the patronage and activities were also honored at the order to encourage more of them ored outstanding students, Moussa 1.3 million people die each year in traffic related was “Connecting persons with disabilities”. in the presence of the Director of celebration held in the presence of take part in various academic activi- Ghaleb Al-Bossairi thanked AOU accidents and another 20-50 million people are Al-Mazyad unveiled that the CAIT is coordi- Arab Open University, Dr Moudhi Al- Assistant Branch Director for ties. He also said that graduates had founder His Royal Highness Prince injured mainly in developing countries around nating with the ministry of communications, Humoud and the Kuwait Branch, Dr Academic Affairs Dr Abdullah Ben been academically and professional- Talal Ben Abdulaziz and stressed the world. As a result, governments and individ- ministry of interior and the three telecom opera- Nayef Abjad Al-Mutairi, the students’ Tiflah Al-Ajmi, Assistant Branch ly well-prepared as per local job that the importance of education uals suffer an estimated $518 billion in global tors on local market to mark the occasion with a affairs division of the university Director for Admin and Financial market needs. “AOU is a minaret of and learning was clearly empha- economic loss,” the minister said. He pointed out series of activities including a wide-scale aware- branch recently celebrated the end Affairs Jameelah Al-Fadhli, and head which we are all proud and thankful sized in the first Quran verse that driver distraction and road-user behavior, ness campaign on the use of ICT to avoid road of its activities for the 2012-13 aca- of students’ affairs Misfer Al-Omar. to the founder, Prince Talal Ben revealed to Prophet Mohammed which includes “text messaging” and interfacing accidents. Meanwhile, the participating interior demic year by honoring the out- The celebration ceremony was held Abdulaziz, who is also Chief of the (PBUH). “Today we reap what we with in-vehicle navigation or communication ministry officials highlighted the ministry’s standing students who scored 3.67 yesterday at Qutaiba Al-Ghanim Board of trustees of the university, have sown. Thanks to the sincere systems while driving, are among the leading efforts and initiatives to benefit from ICT in points or more in all subjects, and theater at 12 noon. and to his future vision to make efforts of the teaching staff, our par- contributors to road traffic fatalities and injuries. improving road safety. “The Ministry is eager to also those who completed 32 cred- Speaking on the occasion, Al- education accessible to all sections ents support and our hard work. We Al-Utheina stressed the need for cross-sectoral develop its road safety devices and programs,” its. Students who participated in Mutairi stressed the importance of of the society”, said Al-Mutairi. experience the taste of success”, he collaboration to increase the safety of Kuwaiti said Colonel Tariq Al-Duwsari, of IT department debates and different departmental honoring outstanding students in Speaking on behalf of the hon- concluded. roads. “The odds of road accidents rise by four- at the Ministry of Interior. fold when drivers use cell phones and communi- He disclosed that the Traffic Department cation devices,” he said. The Minister pointed out has already a wide array of the most sophisti- that the International Communication Union cated road safety devices including high-tech (ITU) has been leading worldwide efforts in speed cameras, radars, operation room to con- developing state-of-the-art ICT standards for trol and monitor traffic on different Kuwaiti Intelligent Transport Systems and driver safety roads. Head of Operations Section at the Traffic that utilize a combination of computers, com- Department Major Mohammad Al-Mansouri munications, positioning and automation tech- made a presentation about the traffic techno- nologies, including in-car radars for collision logical programs and devices used in Kuwait. avoidance. “The ITU has also been developing “The new road cameras and radars are helping standards for safe user interfaces and communi- to achieve discipline on roads and improving cation systems in vehicles as well as optimizing safety,” he said. Al-Mansouri pointed out that driving performance by eliminating unsafe tech- the Traffic Department has recently installed 30 nology-related distractions while driving,” he new radars on highways. He unveiled that the added. For her part, Head of Technical road accident deaths rate declined in 2012, for Cooperation and International Relations at the the first time in years, to 457 fatalities com- Kuwait Central Agency for Information pared with 498 a year earlier. “We urge drivers Technology (CAIT) Manal Al-Mazyad said that to cooperate with traffic police to help make the World Telecommunication and Information Kuwait roads safer,” he said. — KUNA THURSDAY, MAY 16, 2013 LOCAL Energy drink kills citizen

KUWAIT: A young citizen collapsed and died after drinking an energy drink. A security source said that the young man (21), who is a member of Kuwait National Squash team, drank three cans of the ener- gy drink that caused having breathing difficulty leading to his death. New exemptions in public sector retirement rules

KUWAIT: The cabinet has rejected an appeal from Education Minister Nayef Al-Hajraf to exempt senior educators from the new retirement stipulations, a local daily reported yesterday, quoting a source with knowl- edge of the case. As per the new decisions made during the cabinet’s weekly meeting last Wednesday, senior government KUWAIT: Delegates pose for a photo after the fourth international conference on Arabic language and literature in Kuwait yesterday. — KUNA officials are required to retire immediately after com- pleting 30 years in office, while staff members who spend 35 years in office will automatically lose the Ex-marine officer ‘tricked’ opportunity to be promoted to senior posts. According to the insider, who spoke to Al-Rai on Tuesday, Minister Al-Hajraf made attempts to exclude senior MOE offi- cials from the mandatory retirement clause, but to no 8 Filipinas into sex racket avail. “The decision comes at a bad time in which the MOE has already started implementing its education improvement strategy,” said the source who wished to Maids detained, raped in Hawally apartments remain unnamed because he was not authorized to reveal the subject publically. By Ben Garcia Friday. According to Mar Hassan, apart detained in the apartment. During the res- maids who have been working illegally. from the eight rescued Filipinas, three oth- cue operation, another five women were “They will remain in detention until their After coming into effect, the new stipulations are KUWAIT: A retired Kuwaiti marine officer er Filipinas were believed to be accom- found locked up on the third floor of the cases are investigated by the police,” expected to shake up the MOE’s leadership hierarchy, lured eight Filipinas to flee their employers plices of the ex-marine officer. same building,” explained Hassan. Hassan said. as recently appointed undersecretary Mariyam Al- with promises of a better job. To the maids’ “According to a whistleblower, who was “Some of the women were crying when Only three of the women, however, filed Wutaid, Undersecretary Assistant for Public Education utter misfortune, the better-paying jobs among the rescued women, in the begin- we found them. One of them was not sure cases against the Kuwaiti marine officer. Mohammad Al-Kandari and many other ministry offi- turned out to include rape and prostitu- ning there were only three Filipinas about what was happening since she had “Two of the raped women and the woman cials and school administrators will be affected, accord- tion racket run from an apartment in just arrived at the Hawally apartment on who brought forth the story about the traf- ing to the source. Hawally. Friday morning a few hours before the ficked women filed cases against the cul- The new stipulations come as part of the govern- Speaking at a press conference yester- raid,” he explained further. All the women prit. The three women believed to be ment’s efforts to tackle the rising unemployment rate, day, Mar Hassan, head of Embassy’s said they left their employers because they accomplices did not want to file a case,” which has reached 4.9 percent in Kuwait - a country Assistance to Nationals Unit (ATNU) said had been promised better paying jobs. Hassan said. “The women who were newly where employment is considered a constitutional right the ex-marine officer was assisted by two They were promised work in a cafe for a recruited, and who said they were not of citizens. Minister of Cabinet Affairs Sheikh Filipina accomplices. “We received a call monthly retainer of KD150. But according raped, were unwilling to file any case Mohammad Al-Abdullah Al-Sabah said during a parlia- from a community leader regarding this to the woman who broke the sordid saga against the ex-officer,” Hassan explained. ment session earlier this month that there are 19,400 case last Thursday. We were able to verify to the embassy, before the women were According to Hassan, the ex-marine offi- Kuwaitis waiting for jobs in the public sector. the authenticity of the report. Early on sold to other men they were raped by the cer faces charges of rape and illegal deten- Meanwhile, Al-Rai reported that Al-Kandari had Friday, we coordinated with the police who owner of the Kuwaiti flat,” Mar said quoting tion. The Philippines Embassy has ordered an investigation into the claims of staff mem- responded quickly and we were able to the woman. employed an international human rights bers that the tests they were required to pass in order rescue eight women,” Hassan said. Allegedly, the three Filipinas (Schoun 20 lawyer who will represent the embassy in to qualify for promotion contained questions on sub- Police issued a warrant to break into visa holders) who were assisting the man this case. Hassan called upon the Filipina jects that were different from what they were taught two apartments in Hawally on Friday in the illicit business, told the police that housemaids not to be easily swayed by based on an emergency call from the they were living in the flat which they used promises of better jobs or salaries made by during their training course. The ministry has imple- lawyer of the embassy of the Philippines, to make accessories for women. crooked people allegedly working as proxy mented a new promotion system which requires who stated that eight Filipina women were One of them said they were employed recruiters. “Always consider legal channels employees seeking promotion to supervisory posts to kept under lock, were raped and forced to make accessories. Another one said she before transferring or accepting jobs or undergo a training course and then pass a written into prostitution inside the apartment. was the personal secretary of the ex- before running away from your employers. exam and an interview. Recent reports indicated that Philippine’s Charge d’Affaires and cur- KUWAIT: Mar Hassan, head of marine officer. A background check Make sure that you are protected,” he nearly 78 percent of employees who had applied for rent Consul General Atty Raul Dado was at Embassy’s Assistance to Nationals Unit showed that all of the eight saved women appealed to the housemaids reading this promotion had failed their written exams. the scene of the rescue operation last (ATNU), addresses a press conference. and the three accomplices were runaway article. THURSDAY, MAY 16, 2013 LOCAL

the column kuwait digest Two sides of The difference the same coin! between education and knowledge By Dr Ali Abdullah Jamal

t’s the same old story once more. Tension cre- ators are starting to look so much like rational- Iists and the hawks more or less resemble the pigeons. The outcome of the 2012 annulled parlia- By Fouad Al-Obaid ment was much like that of the 2012 annulment- fearing one. Yes, ladies and gentlemen. The difference between those two parliaments only lies in the can- didate-voter relation. The annulled parliament had [email protected] the advantage of having second, third and fourth Twitter:@fouadalobaid chances while the latter, despite lasting so far, has only one chance. The annulled parliament overused its superviso- any times you may have come across talk ry tools by filing too many interpellations. The one- about a much hyped-knowledge economy vote parliament seems to have contracted the Mthat portrays a vision of the world where same infection now since its truce with the govern- every person will have access to a desk and PC related job. This sort of economy relies on two factors; the ment ended though it should have lasted at least access to cheap overseas labor to do the ‘actual work’, till the next parliamentary session. However, the and the knowledge of its indigenous population to honeymoon has come to an end rather suddenly. kuwait digest ‘create’ the devices, strategies, and blueprints for pro- The annulled parliament was ‘generous’ in wast- duction. Personally, I believe that a healthy economy ing national wealth while the current one is sailing is one that is able to combine a varied skills set that in the same boat, wasting whatever is left of it. Both Ethics of Interior Ministry incorporates tangible and intangible skills in a cosmo- parliaments asked for a cabinet reshuffle, which politan workforce capable of delivering the goods raises one important question about the relation- and services that customers are seeking at competi- ship between accelerating the grilling motions on tive prices. the one hand, and the fact that the date for the By Ahmad Al-Sarraf Regardless of what your view of the economy is, or constitutional court verdict about the legality of what mix turns out to be the most sustainable form, I the current parliament was drawing nearer he Kuwaiti Citizenship Law contains a clause as who were born in Kuwait and have been living here would like to highlight today our bizarre concept of Calling for scrapping the current parliament and, per which foreigners can be naturalized as a for more than 50 and sometimes even 60 years. These education versus the more rewarding gift of knowl- consequently, negating the much awaited constitu- Treward for great services rendered to Kuwait. people are recognized by their customs and dialect edge. Today in Kuwait, after much effort, illiteracy is tional court verdict would surely fortify the current While a few have truly earned the nationality as per that has become close to ours, as well as the true feel- no longer a concern and a majority, if not all, nation- voting system which is favored by most of the this clause, favoritism and wasta (illegal mediation) ing of love they have for this country which you can als are literate. However, in the competitive environ- incumbent MPs, will lead to new elections under played a huge role in allowing many people to obtain sense from their speech or the sadness they feel in ment of post-industrial 21st century, having a degree is nice as it may increase your chances of securing a the same one-vote system. This scenario would also Kuwaiti citizenship using this clause. There are many times of Kuwait’s misfortune. job. However, it is your ability to timely extrapolate keep most boycotters out and ensure better odds people who made honest contributions to Kuwait In spite of all that, these people have to struggle knowledge and apply it to solving challenges that will to succeed for the current MPs. before the oil boom, but were forgotten and died every time they have to renew their visa or driver’s grant you a competitive advantage. On the other hand, grilling motions are good without being naturalized after Kuwait became a license, or when they perform data transfer opera- Numerous conversations with co-nationals bring it topics for the media to be used for electoral rea- wealthy state. They did not even receive a permanent tions for passports, sponsor’s name or address. What out clearly that in reality, while a majority received an sons and to settle scores with tycoons when need- residence status granted to their children. makes such transactions worse are the complicated education of some sort, they are not able to benefit ed. After almost 70 years since the oil exports began, procedures that some of them have to face when they much from it. Intellectually, the ability to understand Finally, terrifying the people by resorting to law- we can safely say that almost no one who came to are asked to certify their college decrees which they complex notions and to make sense of them is some- makers’ right to file grilling motions and taming Kuwait for work was able to obtain permanent resi- earned decades ago and on the basis of which they thing that many seem to have a hard time doing. MPs by promoting terms like ‘tension creators’ and dency permit. These people include major investors have been working for years. Despite graduating from a university, many end up ‘lack of cooperation’ is all mere drama. whose careers included not a single instance of mis- People of Arab and other nationalities who are liv- working in fields that have little relevance to the ‘edu- Politicians use such tactics to remain relevant to conduct, educationists who spent their lives teaching ing among us today did not force themselves upon cation’ they received. This results in such people not developing further and prevents their ‘educational’ the political scenario for as long as possible and us and our children, and employees who worked hard us. We welcomed them into Kuwait because of our core competence from growing to a level where they deceive the public by new methods. It is nothing to manage vital facilities that we failed to manage. desperate need to gain from their experience and more than individual personal interests while the can innovate in their respective fields. What is trou- If we have had at least a semi-modern interior min- efforts. Therefore, it is required that we take care of bling is that for a majority who were schooled in the people eventually come out to be the biggest los- istry, it would have granted such people permanent them, not only from a humanitarian standpoint, but ers. — Al-Jarida ‘rote’ manner, education is a painful exercise with the residence status even without their requesting for it. also because they are giving us their best. They will do sole objective of obtaining a graduation degree after But given the lack of a database that can form a reli- so as long as they can feel they have an assurance of which they could safely discard what they painstak- able source of information to assess the records and stability and safety in Kuwait. If I were the Interior ingly memorized. kuwait digest services of residents, such requests would be far- Minister, I would have established a department In the American University system, the graduation fetched. whose job would have been to take care of people ceremony is called a ‘commencement’, or if you will, That does not mean they should lose hope, who have spent at least 40 years in Kuwait and whose ‘the beginning’. That is appropriate since it is not the though. I happen to know a considerable number of record was clear of any violations. Such an action can end once you walk to the stage to publicly receive people who spent at least two thirds of their lives in qualify Kuwait to be regarded as a country with a your degree; rather, it is the beginning of life, the beginning of opportunities that rest upon your will to The true loss Kuwait and are still living here, in addition to others respectable humanitarian record. —Al-Qabas grasp. Though some people believe that one stops learning when formal ‘education’ is over, it would be wrong to believe such a notion, especially if you wish By Abdullatif Al-Duaij to remain both, competitive and viable, in an ever kuwait digest shifting economy. Such an economic paradigm requires multi-skilled professionals capable to swiftly feeling of frustration and even distress adapt to the various challenges in both the private has currently gripped people in Kuwait as Understanding democracy and public sector. Anything short of that will render Aa result of what the country lost in the you void and null in any merit-based economy that canceled K-Dow deal. A number of statements, relies on skills and creativity to grow. threats and accusations are being hurled about in the wake of massive punitive fine that was By Dr Shamlan Y Al-Essa paid. On the other hand, no one is talking about the nature of the project, whether it could have here is a wrong and distorted understanding ing love for all. wIn my vie been successful or, as some people claim, was of the meaning of democracy among both, the The advent of the political Islam groups, and the merely aimed at theft of public funds by using Texecutive and the legislative authorities, in our random naturalization policy resulted in religious these to buy allegedly outdated factories as part country. So we were keen that the political science extremism as a trend since there was a failure in Fish consumption, of the deal. department of the Kuwait University should teach instilling among the people the principle of a civil I believe that discussion and debate should the true principles of democracy in all its dimen- state and a lawfully run state. The ruling authority struck alliances with tribes citizens and expats be focused on the project itself - its pros and sions. I introduced to my students studying “Political and political Islam groups to abort the notion of a cons. Was it truly a developmental project with development in the third world,” this analytical state- true democratic state. The new MPs are not aware economic, social and financial benefits? Or was it ment: “The process of political development and that Kuwaiti people in the past had a flourishing a scheme targeting Kuwait’s wealth at a time modernization among liberal democracies built as trade, and the goodies came to them due to their when the world was suffering due to economic per a multi-party system and constitutional liberties strong ties in the Indian subcontinent. Asian coun- recession? as well as the freedom of ownership, work, thinking, tries and their people have humanitarian relations The fine was one aspect which drove many assembly, parliamentary experience, free economy, with us, and we do not accept this to be distorted By Labeed Abdal people to review and understand why the proj- dominance of lobbies and separation of authorities.” because of some extremist MPs who are not aware ect was canceled. Meanwhile, this contract was The question I posed there- of the meaning of human not the only developmental project that was after was this: Do you agree The advent of the political relations. canceled in Kuwait though the K-Dow issue with the above observation The danger in the state elicited a lot more noise. or not? Buttress your answer Islam groups, and the random and society was not owing Kuwait lost a lot, both financially and on the with details based on the naturalization policy resulted in to government’s hesitation [email protected] development front, after the development proj- democratic experience that religious extremism as a trend and fear of extremist tribal ect connected to the northern oil wells was Kuwait is going through. since there was a failure in instill- MPs and Islamist groups. stopped and the fourth refinery project was can- I deliberately mentioned Rather, this extremism was he reports about increased level of mercury celed. the text of the question for ing among the people the princi- no longer religious and in Kuwaiti fish, and the fact that this was We suffered, and will suffer even more, as a the reader to let him know ple of a civil state and a lawfully political in nature; instead it Tabove the limit approved by the World result of the delay in construction of new power that Kuwait University is seri- run state. has become an even bigger Health Organization, only means that the factors plants and other mega economic projects which ously trying to introduce citi- presence as it is now a key causing this to happen still remain valid. We have a big population in Kuwaiti that consumes all kinds fell victim to an exaggerated hype around public zens to the idea of what attribute marking social of food and the people only rely on the monitoring funds protection policy. democracy means, and what is to be understood by relations among the Kuwaitis. agencies, whether local or international. We previously did not know tribal or sectarian A rather caustic quip that is commonly the notion of citizenry and a state run as per law. The increased pollution levels must be urgently exchanged observers of public affairs in this However, with great regret, we are surprised daily discrimination, but today, we are hearing and read- addressed and the situation resolved. The govern- country says that Kuwait witnesses many thefts by decisions and measures totally in contradiction ing about differences between Sunna and Shiites, ment, the parliament and the municipality council but there are no thieves around. In other words, with the principle of a lawfully run state. The infor- Bedouins and Hadar. need to take proper measures in this regard. no one is ever punished in Kuwait. Maybe this mation ministry’s move to ban the celebrations by The dilemma is that each tribal and religious MP People need to be able to consume the fish statement is true, but what is truer is that there the Sri Lankan Embassy, that were licensed to take has his own ambition, and each partisan religious without any fear of it causing illness or disease as a is nothing much left to be stolen now. The place in the Sabahiya Park, was because some MPs extremist, whether Sunni or Shiite, thinks that he result of the pollution and discharge of chemicals moment a project or idea is announced, accusa- threatened the government. The question is on what alone is ruling as per what Allah ordained, and that by military construction or uncontrolled chemical tions of profiteering emerge. was the MPs’ rejection of the celebration built? only he has the divine mandate to establish the rule effluents from factories. How can we allege that there are thieves MP Khalid Al-Shulaimi responded to the state- of Shareeah. No one’s selfish actions should put the public at when all the mega projects have been suspend- ment by the National Alliance, saying “Shareea for us This is fundamentalism, which is political in risk and heavy fines must be imposed to protect ed, except perhaps for the Jaber causeway, on is most important and supreme to your principles nature and has nothing to do with religion and the marine environment, otherwise there can be a grave threat to health. the pretext of protecting public funds? The Dow and freedoms that call for deviation and promiscu- those who adopt it, no matter whether they are MPs, While everyone must be cautious about it, there Chemical fine is costly and painful, but what is ity. We thank Allah that the Kuwaiti people are con- clergy men, or heads of religious parties. They all car- should be a proactive environmental police to do even more costly and painful is the rather over- servative in their religious outlook and values and ry the same traits of being arrogant and boastful. They arrogate to themselves the right to speak in on the spot monitoring and take preventive stated cause of protecting the public funds. It is reject your low calls.” It seems that the respected MP does not know the name of virtue and truth. actions. A lot more needs to be done locally and this hype that is hindering work, and was the anything about Kuwait. Our country has all along its All such evils hit us because the state did not sep- internationally to protect the people and ensure reason why we lost out on development and are history remained free of religious extremism and its arate between the civil state and the religious state that our future Kuwaiti generations inherit a purer losing any new initiative.—Al-Qabas people are characterized as being centrist and exud- principle. — Al-Watan land, sea and air. THURSDAY, MAY 16, 2013 LOCAL Kuwait Airways says it won’t bow to pressure Airline clarifies Al-Bous tender issue

KUWAIT: The Kuwait Airways said it will not bow About the statements of MP Saad Al-Bous, for the A330 aircraft, while Al-Bous price for the to any pressure or attempts at extortion to serve the company said it would like to explain to the same was $1.32 million. The A320 aircraft was the personal interest of some individuals at the public that MP Saad Al-Bous submitted an offer offered for $300,000 by the contracted company expense of people, and asked everyone to be as the General Manager of Jisr Al-Salam General while Al-Bous Company offered it at $605,000. truthful and responsible and focus on the coun- Trading and Contracting Company to sell and This means the price difference between the try’s higher interests. lease several aircraft to the KAC and was told contracted company and that of MP Al-Bous was The statement issued by the KAC was in then that the offer will be studied along with about one billion dollars per month, and several response to statements by MP Saad Al-Bous other offers from other companies. billions within one year. about suspicions of profiteering in the purchase When his offer was reviewed by the author- Meanwhile, Director of Operations at the and leasing of several aircrafts for the KAC. ized committee, it was found that the prices he Directorate General of Civil Aviation Essam Al- The company said that the statement includ- quoted were so exaggerated that these were Zamil said the Civil Aviation approved the opera- ed dangerous claims, charges and warnings to twice the prices set by manufacturing compa- tion of 95 flights by carriers operating at the minister of communications and state minister nies and other leasing companies. This would Kuwait Airport for this year’s summer holidays KUWAIT: The Ambassador of the Russian Federation Alexey Solomatin visited for housing affairs Salem Al-Athena and KAC have been a violation of public funds to satiate from July 1 till October 1, 2013. Kuwait Times and discussed matter of mutual concern with Editor-in-Chief Abd management about there being suspected prof- personal gains. “This made us negotiate directly Al-Zamil said that Middle East Airlines was Al-Rahman Al-Alyan. iteering in the KAC aircraft purchase contract. It with the manufacturer without middlemen to the first with 66 extra flights, while Al-Arabiya said such allegations harmed the reputation of reach the best offer possible to avoid any profi- has 27. Fly Dubai and Emirates have one extra this national company’s management. teering suspicion,” the statement said. flight each. “As much as we respect the National Comparing MP Saad Al-Bous offer with that He said that Kuwait Airport was ready for the Egypt repatriates Assembly members, and appreciate their nation- of the company that was contracted for the summer season to ensure smooth entry and exit al mission in all issues, we felt harmed and lease, KAC said it clinched the deal at a price of of passengers by increasing the number of insulted by the statements of MP Saad Al-Bous, $370,000 to lease the aircraft per month, while employees and counters. He said there will also fugitive to Kuwait who preferred his own personal interest over the Al-Bous offered $1.87 million to lease the same be barriers to keep well wishers from obstruct- public’s, which raises many questions about his type of aircraft which is A430. ing passengers inside the arrival and departure Hostess saves passenger’s life motives,” the statement said. The KAC also decided on a price of $680,000 halls. KUWAIT: Kuwaiti authorities received he was involved in setting a patrol a suspect who was arrested recently in vehicle ablaze in Hawally. Coincidently, Egypt, while investigations were on to officers also apprehended the sus- determine how he could have left the pect’s brother, a fugitive wanted to country illegally. Search was on for the serve a jail sentence. Detectives used suspect, a Kuwaiti man of Lebanese traffic control cameras to identify the origin living in Surra, and a check of suspect who set a patrol vehicle on fire the border outlets record revealed he using an inflammable substance. had not escaped from Kuwait. Officers issued a warrant to raid his However, as a precautionary measure, apartment, but he was not there at the the local authorities contacted the time. Instead, police found a man who Interpol and were soon notified by identified himself as the suspect’s old- their Egyptian counterparts that the er brother, and later arrested him after suspect has been found living in Cairo. learning about his criminal record. The man was arrested and repatriated Next day, they were able to arrest the to Kuwait to face charges of fraud. fugitive who explained that the crime was his “revenge” after Interior Ministry Held for forgery staff refused his application to sponsor Meanwhile, Al-Riqqa detectives an Arab woman friend. arrested an Egyptian national in the area as he was wanted for forgery Armed robbery charges pressed in his home country. Investigations are on in search of The operation to arrest the fugitive three suspects who committed an went underway after Ahmadi police armed robbery in Jleeb Al-Shuyoukh were notified by the Interpol office recently. According to the police that he was present in the area. He was report, the suspects stole KD600 and arrested in an ambush and taken to cell phone credit recharge cards at the proper authorities. He is currently knifepoint before driving away in a being held for eventual repatriation to Japanese-made car. The shopkeeper Egypt. informed his Kuwaiti employer about the incident who then reported it to Hostess saves passenger’s life the local police. An airhostess at the Kuwait International Airport was hailed for Theft intervening quickly to save a passen- A college student filed a case with ger who suffered an emergency med- Salmiya police after someone with- ical condition. According to the police drew money from his bank account report, the incident took place early while he was in the middle of an exam. KUWAIT: The Prime Minister of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia Haile Mariam Dsalin with his accompanying official delegation left Tuesday morning when an Indian man In his statements to the police, the Kuwait yesterday after an official two-day visit to the country in response to an invitation from HH the Prime Minister Sheikh berJa Al-Mubarak fell to the ground after suffering a Al-Hamad Al-Sabah. Among the attendance of the Ethiopian PM departure at Kuwait International Airport were head of honorary mission, young man said that he received three seizure in which his tongue blocked adviser at the Diwan of the PM, Sheikh Dr Salem Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, Kuwait’s Ambassador to Ethiopia, Ethiopian Ambassador to Kuwait separate text messages while he was his air passage. A German air hostess, and a number of officials in the country and in the PM’s Diwan. — KUNA who was present at the time, stepped taking a test stating that almost the in and started thumping the man’s entire savings in his bank account back till his tongue was freed, and thus were withdrawn. The man headed to ended up as his savior. The man was the nearest bank branch as soon as he Illegal ads removed from Mubarakiya taken to the airport’s clinic where his finished his exam, and learned that the condition was described as stable. money was withdrawn through a com- By Hanan Al-Saadoun pany headquartered in Salmiya. He Man takes revenge obtained information about the com- KUWAIT: The shops and advertisements supervision department of A man was arrested in Qurain on pany and filed a case with the local Asima governorate municipality conducted a series of raids in Tuesday after investigations revealed police. Mubarakiya and other blocks in cooperation with the public relations department. The raids were carried out on the instructions of Acting Municipality Director General Mohammad Al-Otaibi in order to remove illegal advertisements from the streets and identify shops Kuwaiti ambassador that were in violation of the Municipality Law. Shops and advertise- ments supervisor at Asima, Nasser Al-Otaibi, said the objective of the praises Kuwait-Qatar raids was to remove illegal advertisements, which were not only eye- sores but also caused several accidents in the area because they coordination blocked the drivers’ vision. He said 158 illegal ads were removed and 31 tickets were issued. DOHA: Kuwaiti Ambassador to Qatar Ali Salman Al-Haifi praised yesterday Kuwait-Qatar coordination, namely set- ting up the sixth waqf forum, which highlighted issues that promote endowment work in various fields. The forum which concluded on Tuesday reflected keenness of the two countries on maintaining the Islamic endowment, which is one of the important pillars for social solidarity, Al-Haifi said in a statement yesterday. The two-day forum, which dealt with emerging issues and Islamic legitimacy, was organized by Qatar’s Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs, in coordination with Kuwait Awqaf authorities and the Islamic Research and Training Institute, an affiliate of the Islamic Development Bank Group (IRTI). The forum focused two key issues, termination of the duration of charitable endowment and benefit from endowments in solving international disputes. — KUNA THURSDAY, MAY 16, 2013 LOCAL

KUWAIT: The Ambassador of Republic of Poland Grezegoz Plszak hosted a reception at Radisson Blu Hotel on the occasion of National Day. Several officials, diplomats and media persons attended the reception. — Photos by Joseph Shagra Kuwait thanks UN for help in independence Ban lauds Kuwait’s regional leadership

UNITED NATIONS: Kuwait largely owes its free- be closed. Together, we will look forward keeping with Kuwait’s proud record of reaching dom, sovereignty and independence to the towards the future, to enjoy a relationship based out to people in need, a value that is enshrined United Nations, affirmed the Kuwaiti representa- on mutual respect and common interests.” in Islamic tradition,” he said. He thanked Kuwaiti tive at the international organization, and his He indicated that during the past five NGOs and Red Crescent Societies for doing remarks were reciprocated by the UN chief, decades, Kuwait “remained committed to the “valuable work in the region,” praised the Kuwait praising Kuwait for assuming its role as a leading principles and purposes of the UN Charter. We Fund for Arab Economic Development as the Gulf state. strongly believed, and still believe that the UN, world’s largest sovereign development fund, and Kuwaiti Permanent Representative as an international multilateral mechanism, is expressed gratitude to his Humanitarian Envoy Ambassador Mansour Ayyad Al-Otaibi cited two the ultimate forum we resort to in seeking solu- Dr Abdullah Al-Matouq (of Kuwait) for engaging relevant eventful dates, May 14, 1963, when the tions to our global problems and challenges.” key officials across the Gulf to reach the UN com- Gulf State joined the UN membership and late He said Kuwait also deeply believes that the mon goals. “Tonight I would like to propose that February 1991, when it was liberated from the differences in race, color, religion, language and Kuwait strive to be number one in advancing Iraqi occupation, through implementation of rel- culture, despite their disparity, “must not deter, peace, number one in promoting development, evant Security Council resolutions. or hold us back from working together to and number one in standing up for human Ambassador Al-Otaibi made these remarks achieve the goals we all share as an international rights,” he said. Jeremic told the audience that during a reception, attended by scores of UN community.” the past 50 years were the years of Kuwait’s officials led by Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon, “We all wish for a world where we can all “vibrant engagement” in the work of the United his Deputy Jan Eliasson, General Assembly enjoy peace, security and justice, and where all Nations in many fields and areas. The ceremony President Vuc Jeremic, Ambassadors, diplomats peoples live a dignified life in a clean environ- featured a photo exhibition of Kuwait’s accept- and dignitaries to mark the 50th Anniversary of ment. With unity, cooperation and respect ance as the 111th member of the UN on May 14, Kuwait joining the UN membership exactly 50 towards each other, regardless of our diversity, 1963, of Sheikh Sabah, then Foreign Minister, years ago. we can certainly reach the aims and purposes thanking the General Assembly for its approval, The people of Kuwait will never forget this we aspire to realize,” he stressed. of the raising of the Kuwaiti flag, and of Sheikh “historic and principled stand of the United He concluded saying that Kuwait and the UN Sabah addressing the Security Council when KUWAIT: NBK Deputy Chairman and Chairman of the Bank and Community Nations and the international community at enjoy a “distinguished relationship” as Jeremic Kuwait was a non-permanent member in 1978- Committee, Nasser Musaed Al-Sayer welcomes Bayt Lothan General Manager large, in support for our country to regain its visited Kuwait twice this year, and Ban three 79. Sheikha Farah Al-Sabah. freedom and independence in 1991,” he said. times in less than 12 months. Ban congratulated It also featured a documentary film highlight- “On this historic occasion, 50 years ago, on Ambassador Al-Otaibi, the Kuwaiti people and ing Kuwait’s diplomatic activities at the UN dur- this very day, 14th of May 1963, Kuwait became Government on this special occasion to cele- ing the past 50 years, booklets summarizing NBK gold sponsor the 111th member of the United Nations. For brate a half-century of “productive cooperation Kuwait’s political, economic and social achieve- Kuwait, the date has a great significance, and engagement between the United Nations ments during the half century, and traditional because the past five decades carry in their folds and Kuwait.” “Kuwait has faced great challenges music performed by a Kuwaiti band. In remarks for Bayt Lothan memories that are deeply-rooted in our political that we all remember. During its darkest hours, to KUNA, the new Iraqi Ambassador at the UN, history,” he noted. the UN stood firm for Kuwait’s sovereignty, inde- Mohammad Ali Al-Hakim, congratulated Kuwait KUWAIT: National Bank of Kuwait (NBK) the forefront of local corporate leader- Al-Otaibi quoted from the first address HH pendence and territorial integrity. The Security on this occasion. “We passed through difficult sponsors Bayt Lothan as part of its com- ship, devoted to corporate social respon- the Amir Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al- Council responded with speed and unity to the times with the State of Kuwait, regrettably. mitment toward corporate social sibility. It is a responsibility we take very Sabah, then Foreign Minister, before the General illegal invasion and occupation of your country,” Today, we are folding the chapters of the past. I responsibility. NBK Deputy Chairman seriously and in line with this responsi- Assembly on May 14, 1963, when he said he recalled. am confident, the peoples of Kuwait and Iraq and Chairman of the Bank and bility, we integrate social growth and “Kuwait ... does not look on independence and Ban welcomed the significant improvement will overcome the dilemma which we had expe- Community Committee, Nasser Musaed development as a fundamental part of membership of the United Nations as ends in in ties between Kuwait and Iraq. “I am eager to rienced in the 90s ..” Al-Sayer received Bayt Lothan General the Bank’s mission and objectives.” themselves. It considers them rather as a means see these relations normalize and Iraq fulfill its The Iraqi diplomat expressed confidence that Manager Sheikha Farah Al-Sabah at NBK During the past years, NBK has pro- of sharing in the responsibility of securing a bet- outstanding obligations to Kuwait,” he urged, peoples of the two neighboring countries would head office. moted a range of philanthropic missions ter life for its people and for the people of other predicting that both countries “will continue to succeed in establishing bilateral ties, to be “This sponsorship is part of NBK’s and social welfare programs as part of nations”. demonstrate goodwill and vision.” beefed up with joint enterprises and coopera- ongoing drive to fulfill its corporate the humanitarian dimension of its cor- He recalled that the UN role was not limited Kuwait has already shown its “leadership in tion for economic development in the two coun- social responsibilities”, said Al-Sayer. porate social responsibility (CSR). NBK to the liberation of Kuwait, but it went further the region and beyond,” he noted, expressing tries. Egypt’s Ambassador to the UN Mutaz “NBK is proud to have contributed to the continues to be a leader in CSR, standing making sure all the remaining international obli- gratitude to Kuwait for its “generous support” for Ahmad Bin Khalil recalled on the occasion Arab economic growth and development of as a model in serving all aspects of gations are implemented. Ambassador Al-Otaibi the UN humanitarian relief operations. states’ support for Kuwait when it was seeking our beloved country for the past six Kuwait’s community. commended Ban’s role in closing many files He said Kuwait’s remarkably generous contri- membership at the international organization decades. We are also delighted to have Bayt Lothan is a nonprofit organiza- resulting from the Iraqi invasion of Kuwait, “and bution of $300 million to help the Syrian people and the 1990 Iraqi aggression as well as effective the opportunity to pioneer corporate tion whose primary objective is to nur- in the near future, the few remaining files that inside Syria and in neighboring countries set an action by the UN and the Arab League to social responsibility in Kuwait through a ture arts and crafts in Kuwait. It also pro- are still pending with our neighbor Iraq, will also example for other donors to follow. “This is in “remove outcome of the aggression.” — KUNA variety of educational, environmental, vides creative people with an opportuni- health, professional and athletic pro- ty to exhibit and promote their designs grams.” Al-Sayer added “NBK has been at and artistic works. Kuwaiti dramatist anxious to present 2013 Arab Media Forum play at French theatre chooses Kuwait journalist KUWAIT: “It is a distinctive in the play. DUBAI: The Kuwaiti journalist Abdullah Maktoum, with participation of 3,000 Arab moment for Arab culture and its The internationally famous Boftain expressed admiration for represent- journalists, intellectuals and politicians. connections with the European Kuwaiti playwright expressed satis- ing Kuwait at conclusion of the 2013 Arab “The nomination is a tribute to the culture,” says the internationally- faction at reactions and criticisms Media Forum (AMF) held in Dubai and said Kuwaiti journalism,” he pointed out. Boftain renowned Kuwaiti playwright, toward the works he presented in he was chosen for the media award among is honored to participate for the second Suleiman Al-Bassam, describing Marseille, however he added that 11 competitors, said statement yesterday. time in the forum to learn from his prede- significant implications of showing the “harder test” will be in Paris Boftain told KUNA in a statement he is cessors in this field and gaining expertise the play of his direction, “Rituals of where the play will be put under nominated for an award among 11 well through meeting journalists and heads of Signs and Transformations” at the- light by France’s major media and known Arab journalists such as Turki Al- various magazines. atre of “Comedie Francaise,” in the critics. Dakhil, Fares Awad, Rima Maktabi, Dina The AMF ceremony was opened yester- French capital. Wannous scripted the play in Abdel Rahman, Mohamed Krichen, Malak day with the presence of Sheikh In an interview with Kuwait 1994, three years before passing Jaafar, Fadila Souissi, Marwan Al-Hal, Mira Mohammed bin Rashid Al-Maktoum, Arab News Agency (KUNA), Al-Bassam away. It was inspired from dairies Muhairi and Nofar Afli. The two-day AMF League Secretary-General Dr Nabil Al- described his upbeat sentiments of the Syrian struggler, Fakhri Al- event was under patronage of UAE Vice Arabi, Dr Abdul Latif bin Rashid Al Zayani, as “a blend of pride and deep Baroudi, “solidarity of natives of President, Prime Minister and Dubai Ruler Sheikh Dr. Ahmed Al-Tayyib, the Grand responsibility,” after the French Damascus.” Moreover, the script Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al- Imam of Al-Azhar Al-Sharif. — KUNA national theatre chose him to raises basic questions about the direct the play, also branding his relationship between freedoms Salma Al-Hajjaj, General Manager, Human Resources at Gulf Bank selection as an award of honor for and power. during her motivational speech entitled ‘Be The Change’. him as a Kuwaiti director. The play tells story of a group of Al-Bassam, currently at home, personalities that lived under Gulf Bank concludes indicated at crucial timing of put- Ottoman rule in Damascus in the ting the work on stage, coinciding 19th century and their struggle for platinum sponsorship dramatic events in the Arab world freedom. of GUST spring job fair and their effects on the relation- Al-Bassam said he believes ship between the Arab and major significance of the work is KUWAIT: Gulf Bank hailed the success of its platinum sponsorship of the European cultures. The play is one that it depicted the popular upris- Gulf University of Science and Technology (GUST) Spring Job Fair. The of the best Arab theatrical works in ings, recently witnessed across the Job Fair took place at GUST’s Main Hall at its campus in Mishref whereby the 20th century. Its creator, one of Arab world. He also noted that he 35 companies participated. the greatest Arab writers, the dealt with the work without effects Gulf Bank’s participation provided students with information about Syrian Saadallah Wannous, wrote it of “orientalism,” and that he was the Bank, and discussions about future employment opportunities for during the last days of his life. keen on depicting historic events GUST students, expected graduates, and alumni seeking part-time and It will be premiered on 18th of accurately, also stressing on seri- internship opportunities. During the event, Salma Al-Hajjaj, Gulf Bank’s this month and it will be shown 30 ousness and realism. General Manager of Human Resources presented a special one hour times till middle of July. The pre- Al-Bassam touched on his motivational speech entitled ‘Be the Change’ in the University’s auditori- mier show will also mark celebra- efforts for formation of the um, which was attended by over 120 students. tion of including the first Arab the- Kuwaiti-international theatrical Gulf Bank created an internship competition during the Job Fair to atrical work in the French theatre troupe, Sabab, in 2002, affirming promote its internship program to prospective candidates. The winner list of eternal works. that too many hurdles that of the competition received a customized internship with Gulf Bank that Al-Bassam added that he had appeared on the path of works of focuses on their interests and future goals with the Bank. In addition presented seven theatrical works the group due to its adoption of Gulf Bank’s team engaged with attendees and students by conducting a during the Marseille festival as cap- seriousness. On his theatrical work, fun Treasure Hunt, wherein the best and fastest team of 2 contestants ital of the European culture for “wa dar Al-Falak,” the director not- won a mini iPad each. 2013 early this month, noting that ed that it depicted his method of Gulf Bank’s sponsorship of GUST’s Job Fair, is in-line with the Bank’s he had selected 60 French actors thinking, one that is free from ide- corporate social responsibility strategy that aims to support youth to work with him and play 23 roles ology or propaganda. — KUNA development. Kuwaiti journalist Abdullah Boftain THURSDAY, MAY 16, 2013 Russia blasts US over Tunisia bans Salafist group’s annual meet ‘crude, clumsy’ spying

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JERUSALEM: Palestinians clash with Israeli security forces as they mark Nakba Day yesterday. — AP Palestinians mark 1948 nakba Protesters clash with Israeli forces in West Bank, Jerusalem

RAMALLAH: Tens of thousands of several places demonstrators throw- understanding among Palestinian Palestinians marked the 65th anniver- ing rocks clashed with Israeli security officials that likely only a limited num- sary of their mass displacement dur- forces, who responded with tear gas, ber of refugees would ever be able to ing the war over Israel’s 1948 creation, Israel’s military said. Near the volatile return to their original homes in Israel marching in the streets and in some city of Hebron, a fire bomb hit at an as part of a compromise that would parts of the West Bank clashing with Israeli military vehicle, causing it to result in a future peace agreement. Israeli security forces. Every May 15, overturn and injuring four soldiers, US Secretary of State John Kerry Palestinians hold rallies to commemo- the military said. In east Jerusalem, has been trying to renew Israeli- rate the “nakba,” or “catastrophe” - the Israeli police used water cannon and Palestinian negotiations, which col- term they use to describe the dis- officers on horseback to disperse an lapsed four years ago over the issue of placement, when hundreds of thou- “illegal march,” police spokesman Jewish settlements. Palestinians insist sands of Palestinians fled or were driv- Micky Rosenfeld said. Fourteen pro- they will not resume talks unless the en from their homes during the fight- testers were arrested, as was a construction of settlements in territo- ing. The dispute over the fate of those Palestinian suspected of attacking a ries they want for their future state Palestinians and their descendants, Jewish man as he walked near the Old ends first. Israel says negotiations now numbering several million peo- City, he said. should resume without preconditions ple, remains at the core of the Arab- In Gaza, around a thousand people and that settlements will be resolved Israeli conflict. marched to the UN headquarters in through talks along with the other Israel views the Palestinians’ return Gaza City, where the demonstrators issues. as demographic suicide and expects chanted: “We shall return. We will nev- In efforts to jump-start the talks, the displaced and their descendants er give up or compromise over our Kerry has managed to persuade Arab to be taken in by a future Palestinian land.” Militants in Gaza, which has leaders to reissue their 2002 peace state. But intermittent Israeli- been under the control of the militant proposal with new incentives, includ- Palestinian attempts to agree on the Hamas group since 2007, fired a rock- ing a suggestion that final borders terms of such a state have so far failed. et into southern Israel that exploded between Israel and a future Palestine Across the West Bank yesterday, sirens in an open field causing no injuries, could be modified from the 1967 lines wailed at noon for 65 seconds to com- Israel’s military said. through agreed land swaps. The 2002 memorate the 65 years since the “nak- In a televised speech on Tuesday initiative, which at the time was ba”. Thousands marched in Ramallah night, Palestinian President Mahmoud endorsed by the Arab League and the from the grave of the late Palestinian Abbas said the Palestinian cause 57-member Organization of Islamic leader Yasser Arafat to the city center. earned international acceptance last Cooperation, offered Israel normalized Many wore black in a sign of mourn- year with the United Nations’ de facto relations in exchange for a full with- ing, holding Palestinian flags and recognition of a Palestinian state in drawal from territories captured in large keys symbolizing the homes east Jerusalem, the West Bank and the 1967. However, it was overshadowed they left behind. “The right of return Gaza Strip. “We won the support of by Israeli-Palestinian fighting and was will not die,” chanted the protesters. the world,” Abbas said, adding that greeted with skepticism by Israel. Schools closed at midday and parents Israel’s policies toward the Israel has been mostly quiet on the brought their children to the demon- Palestinians are “condemned interna- proposal so far. stration. tionally.” Yesterday, the Palestinian statistics In Ramallah, 38-year-old Manwal Last year, Abbas created a stir bureau in the West Bank issued a Awad brought her 11-year-old twins when he told Israeli media that he statement saying the number of to the protest. “Every year I bring himself has no wish to live in Safed, Palestinians today has reached 11.5 them with me to inherit the story of the city of his birth, in northern Israel. million. Of those, 4.4 million live in the our nakba, and to keep the dream of Although widely condemned by West Bank, east Jerusalem and Gaza; return,” she said. Rallies were else- Palestinians, Abbas’ remarks were 1.4 million in Israel while the remain- where in the West Bank as well, and in seen as a reflection of a decades-old der live in the diaspora. — AP

BETUNIA: A Palestinian sets fire to a tyre during clashes between hundreds of Palestinians and Israeli soldiers out- side the Ofer prison after a Nakba Day march near the West Bank city of Ramallah yesterday. — AFP THURSDAY, MAY 16, 2013 INTERNATIONAL Arab Israeli ‘nakba’ descendants return to village

IQRIT, Israel: Sixty-five years after their “After the last one, we decided to stay villagers should be allowed to return to ancestors were driven out during the here,” he told AFP from the makeshift their homes, but the army demolished Nakba, the “catastrophe” that befell camp comprised of mattresses, two the houses at Christmas that year. “After Palestinians, Arab Israeli youths are portable toilets and two donkeys the 1951 ruling in favour of the villagers, returning to the village of Iqrit in the brought by the new residents. “We have the military issued restraining orders Upper Galilee. A small Catholic church is been here for 10 months now and against them and in the 1980s, villagers all that remains of the village their fami- remain steadfast, despite the cold and returned to court, where the state lies fled in 1948 during the conflict that the heat.” argued there were security reasons that accompanied Israel’s declaration of inde- Sbeit explained the camp works on a wouldn’t allow the people of Iqrit to pendence. Palestinians and Arab Israelis “shift system, because a lot of us are return,” said Suhad Bishara, director of yesterday marked what to them is the employees or students who have to go the land and planning unit at Arab-Israeli nakba - Arabic for “catastrophe” - of the to work or school in different cities, but rights group Adalah. “Following another creation of the Jewish state and exodus there is always someone here at the appeal in the late 1990s, the state of 760,000 of them from their homes. church”. “We have been harassed by the claimed that those security reasons were Some 160,000 remained in what police and the Israel land authority,” he not valid after the peace agreements became Israel, and now they and their said. “They even issued a restraining (with the Palestinians) but there were descendants number 1.35 million, mak- order for our donkeys.” The parish priest, political reasons because of the negotia- ing up nearly 20 percent of the Jewish Father Suheil Khoury, a second-genera- tions with the Palestinians,” she said. state’s population. In August, dozens of tion descendant of those who left Iqrit, Peace talks between Israel and the Arab Israeli youths descended from the said he had to hold mass on Saturday Palestinians have been stalled for years. villagers who left Iqrit, located in the “because everyone has to work on Israel’s supreme court rejected yet anoth- Upper Galilee near the Lebanese border, Sunday”. “We celebrated Easter here, we er appeal by the villagers to return to IQRIT: Former resident Labib Ashkar ‘Abu Maher’ of the village of Iqrit looks at and camped out in the Christian village’s also have weddings and bury the dead Iqrit in 2003. “Israel didn’t want to set a images on May 13, 2013 during a tour of the church, the only remaining struc- church. here.” However, previous attempts to precedent in the right of return for ture in the village. — AFP “Every year, we have a week-long return to the village have had little suc- Palestinians, which could set a dangerous summer camp during which we stay in cess. After the 1948 war, the Israeli army precedent, and the court agreed to this change the “Jewish character” of the state legal and political wrangling aside, the Iqrit for a week and organise events asked the inhabitants of Iqrit to leave and refused the appeals,” added Bishara. and should be applied to a future youth of Iqrit are already claiming a vic- about the Palestinian cause and identity,” their homes for two weeks, but the resi- Israel is opposed to the notion of the Palestinian state. Palestinian negotiators tory. “Before achieving the right of return, said one of the organisers Walaa Sbeit, a dents were never allowed to return. In return of Palestinian refugees, who today argue the right of return would “not cre- we have realised ourselves,” says Sbeit. musician born in the northern city Haifa. 1951, the Israeli supreme court ruled the number 5.3 million, saying it would ate an existential crisis for Israel”. But “We have found our soul here.” — AFP Tunisia bans Salafist group’s annual meet Stage set for possible showdown

TUNIS: Tunisia has banned the congress of hard- weapons and lay mines,” the veteran Ennahda 40,000 of us in Kairouan,” Essid, who also fought line Salafist group Ansar al-Sharia due to be held leader added, referring to two groups of armed in Afghanistan, told AFP, adding: “We do not later this week, the ruling Islamist party’s leader jihadists the army is hunting in a mountainous need any authorisation to organise our meeting.” said yesterday, setting the stage for a possible region along the border with Algeria. Interior Minister Lotfi Ben Jeddou, an inde- showdown. “The government has decided to Ghannouchi’s comments came in contrast to pendent in the ruling coalition, said last week he prohibit this congress whose organisers have not the party’s previous position towards Tunisia’s would bring to justice “anyone inciting to murder obtained prior permission from the authorities as extremist groups, opposing the use of force and or hatred... or who pitches tents for preaching in,” required by law,” Ennahda party chief Rached favouring talks. Thousands attended Ansar al- in a clear reference to the radical Islamists. At the Ghannouchi told a news conference. “The Sharia’s gathering in 2012, some in Afghan mili- weekend, police fired tear gas in the capital and authorities must apply the law without distinc- tary garb, waving swords and chanting slogans took steps elsewhere around the country to dis- tion. We support the firmness of the government that included: “We are all children of Osama (bin perse Salafist groups trying to set up tents to in applying the law for all,” said Ghannouchi, who Laden).” One of the group’s leaders, Sami Essid, preach in and distribute pamphlets. The interior also condemned the use of violence in the name said earlier yesterday that he was expecting ministry has already said political parties and of Islam. more than 40,000 people to attend this year’s associations are required to obtain permission KIRKUK: Iraqis gather at the site of a bombing in this northern city yesterday. — AFP He was speaking shortly after the Salafist annual congress. “On Sunday, we will God willing for all public activity, and has made known its group said tens of thousands of people would hold our congress and there will be more than determination to enforce the law. — AFP attend its annual congress on Sunday at the his- Iraq bombings kill 25 toric mosque in Kairouan, considered Islam’s fourth holiest city, and insisted it did not need BAGHDAD: Bombings in Iraq, including a followed by a roadside explosion targeting permission. Salafists advocate an ultra-conserva- series of blasts mainly targeting Shiite areas the Kirkuk police chief’s convoy and by a tive brand of Sunni Islam, and Ansar al-Sharia is of Baghdad, killed at least 25 people and car bomb nearby, killing two people and considered the most radical of the extremist wounded 68 yesterday, security and med- wounding nine between them. groups that emerged in Tunisia after the January ical officials said. In Tarmiyah, north of Baghdad, a suicide 2011 revolution that ousted Zine El Abidine Ben Car bombs hit Kadhimiyah and Sadr City bomber on a motorcycle attacked a police Ali. in north Baghdad, Saidiyah in the south checkpoint, killing one policeman and The group’s fugitive leader Abu Iyadh, a for- and Mashtal and Baghdad Jadida in the wounding four people. Attacks in the mer Al-Qaeda combatant in Afghanistan, is east, killing at least 10 people and wound- northern city of Mosul killed two police- accused of orchestrating numerous acts of vio- ing at least 45, while a roadside bomb in man and wounded two more. lence, including a deadly attack on the US the Zafraniyah area killed two police, offi- Yesterday violence came a day after embassy last September that left four Islamists cials said. attacks killed 16 people in Iraq, including dead. He has made numerous inflammatory AFP journalists heard the sound of 12 shot dead when gunmen attacked a row statements about the government, including last explosions in central Baghdad, and saw a of alcohol shops in Baghdad. Violence in weekend when he threatened to wage war number of ambulances on the street. Iraq has fallen from its peak in 2006 and against it, saying that by targeting his followers it A car bomb in Kirkuk was the deadliest 2007, but attacks remain common, killing was attacking Islam. The government has hard- single attack on Wednesday, killing eight more than 200 people in each of the first ened its position towards Muslim extremists in people and wounding another eight. It was four months of this year. — AFP recent months, after the moderate Islamist party Ennahda was strongly criticised for being too lenient and failing to prevent a wave of violence around the country. Bahrain court jails Ghannouchi insisted yesterday that violence perpetrated in the name of religion was “the 6 tweeters for a year worst kind” of violence, and had “no legitimacy, neither in terms of the law or in terms of Islam”. TUNIS: Tunisian Ennahda Islamist party’s leader Rached Ghannouchi arrives for a press confer- DUBAI: A Bahraini court yesterday sen- the statement read. Prominent activist “Dialogue is not possible with those who use ence yesterday. — AFP tenced six tweeters charged with insulting Nabil Rajab, who heads the Bahrain Centre King Hamad to one year in prison, the pub- for Human Rights, was arrested last year on lic prosecutor’s office announced. The six charges of insulting members of the Sunni were charged by the lower criminal court community via Twitter. The avid tweeter with “misusing the right of free expression,” was also accused of insulting the security IAEA, Iran talks fail again it said in a statement. They were accused of forces in postings that he admitted came writing remarks “undermining the values from his account on the microblogging VIENNA: Nuclear talks between Iran another meeting had been set. Iran’s Mossad - intelligence it complains it P5+1 having sweetened an earlier and traditions of Bahrain’s society towards website. He was cleared of the charges on and the UN atomic agency failed yet envoy in the more than eight hours has not even been allowed to see. offer. Ashton was due to meet Iran’s the king on Twitter,” according to the state- Aug 23. A total of 80 people have been again yesterday, as a top US diplo- of “intensive” talks in Vienna, Ali Nine rounds of talks since the publi- chief nuclear negotiator in the talks, ment. Activists in Bahrain, scene of a Shiite- killed in Bahrain since the protests erupted mat said she expected the IAEA to Asghar Soltanieh, was characteristi- cation of a major IAEA report in Nov Saeed Jalili, for a working dinner in led uprising that began two years ago in Feb 2011, according to the International report Tehran to the UN Security cally more upbeat, saying that the 2011 have produced no break- Istanbul yesterday evening. The UN against the ruling Sunni monarchy, use Federation for Human Rights. Strategically Council soon. The IAEA announce- next meeting would see a deal through. Security Council has passed multiple Twitter as a platform to report what they located just across the Gulf from Iran, ment came just as EU foreign policy finalised. “The aim of this ... is to Wendy Sherman, the head of the resolutions calling on Iran to sus- describe as regime “violations” against Bahrain is home base to the US Navy’s Fifth chief was due to meet Iran’s chief bridge the gaps towards a conclu- US delegation in parallel six-party pend all uranium enrichment, them. “Free expression is a right adopted Fleet and is also a major offshore financial nuclear negotiator in Istanbul for sion of the text by the next meeting,” talks with Iran, meanwhile indicated imposing several rounds of sanc- by law ... but must be practised objectively and services centre for its Arab neighbours the first time since failed six-party he told a joint press briefing. in Washington that patience was tions on the Islamic republic. away from insults and undermining values,” in the oil-rich Gulf. — AFP talks in April. “We could not finalise The IAEA was pressing Iranian wearing thin over the lack of Additional US and EU sanctions last the structured approach document officials to grant access to sites, doc- progress between Tehran and the year began to cause major econom- that has been under negotiation for uments and scientists involved in IAEA. “At some point, the director ic problems by targeting the Gulf a year and a half,” the International Tehran’s alleged efforts to develop general of the IAEA will have to country’s vital oil sector and finan- Rebels attack Aleppo prison Atomic Energy Agency’s chief atomic weapons, mostly before return to the (UN) Security Council cial system. BEIRUT: Syrian rebels attacked the main old uprising against Assad’s regime, said inspector told reporters. 2003 but possibly ongoing. Iran says and say ‘I can go no further; there Israel, the Middle East’s sole if prison in the northern city of Aleppo Abdul-Rahman, who relies on reports from “Our best efforts have not been the IAEA’s findings are based on has been no response; you have to undeclared nuclear-armed state, Wednesday with a pair of car bombs in an a network of informants based in Syria. For successful so far,” Herman Nackaerts faulty intelligence from foreign spy take further action’,” she told Senate meanwhile has refused to rule out attempt to free hundreds of regime oppo- weeks, rebel fighters have been battling said, adding that no new date for agencies such as the CIA and Israel’s Foreign Relations hearing. “Whether military action on Iran - as has US nents believed to be held in the facility, government troops in the area around the that will happen this June or President Barack Obama. Efforts to activists said. Meanwhile, an Internet black- prison to try to seize the facility and free whether that will happen in resolve the long-running dispute are out engulfed the country for the second the prisoners. Earlier this month, the rebels September, I’m not sure. But there complicated by the fact that Iran will come a point at which all of the goes to the polls on June 14 to time in a week. Aleppo emerged as one of overran the headquarters of the govern- international community, all of the choose a successor to President the major fronts in the country’s civil war ment’s anti-terrorism forces that is located Security Council will have to con- Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, with Jalili after a rebel offensive there in July, and the near the jail. front that the IAEA is not able to himself among the hopefuls. “It is fighting since then has settled into a Yesterday’s Internet outage, which move forward in finding out the clear that no progress is possible bloody stalemate. The city, Syria’s largest, began around 10:00 a.m. local time, dimensions of Iran’s nuclear pro- before the election,” Mark Fitzpatrick, holds strategic and symbolic value, and appeared similar to the May 7 blackout, gram.” analyst at the International Institute both sides have taken significant losses in Syrian residents and the US-based Renesys Parallel diplomatic efforts mean- for Strategic Studies in London, told the battle to expand the turf under their Corp. said. Renesys chief technology officer while between Iran and six major AFP. “Progress would require compro- control. James Cowie said the cause was not imme- powers - the US, China, Russia, mise on Iran’s part, which would pro- Rebels detonated two car bombs simul- diately clear. “It’s entirely consistent with a Britain, France and Germany - are vide ammunition for political mud- taneously outside the walls of the central technical fault at a central facility; it’s also focused more on Iran’s current activ- slinging and claims of sellout,” he prison Wednesday morning before trying completely consistent with a decision to ities, most notably uranium enrich- said. Iranian foreign ministry to storm the facility, according to the use an Internet kill switch,” he said in a tele- ment. Enriched uranium is at the spokesman Abbas Araqchi denied in Britain-based Syrian Observatory for phone interview. Preliminary data from heart of the international communi- Tehran on Tuesday that the election Human Rights. That prompted fierce clash- Google Inc’s Transparency Report website ty’s concerns since it can be used posed a barrier to progress. “If the es between President Bashar Al-Assad’s also pointed to a nationwide blackout, with not only for peaceful purposes such P5+1 group prefer to wait (to troops and opposition fighters around the Syria’s online traffic share nose-diving to 0 as power generation but also - when resume the talks) after Iran’s elec- detention center, with at least 15 soldiers percent yesterday morning. highly purified - in a nuclear bomb. tion, that will be their decision. But killed, Observatory director Rami Abdul- Syrian government websites, including LONDON: Iranian activists, one wearing a mask depicting Ayatollah Ali The latest round with the “P5+1” in from our point of view, the talks can Rahman said. He had no immediate infor- the SANA state news agency, appeared to Khamenei, Iran’s Supreme Leader, stage a protest against their gov- Almaty, Kazakhstan, in early April continue normally,” Araqchi said. The mation on casualties among rebels. be down, but SANA reported on its Twitter ernment opposite Downing Street, the official residence of Britain’s ended with lead negotiator and EU next government, regardless of who The city’s central prison is believed to be account a technical problem. It said main- prime minister yesterday. The placards read in Farsi: ‘My vote is: foreign policy chief Catherine is president, “will defend Iran’s prin- holding some 4,000 inmates, including 250 tenance units were working to restore the regime change’, referring to the upcoming presidential elections in Ashton saying the two sides cipal positions and the rights of the jailed for reasons related to the 26-month- Internet as soon as possible. —AP Iran, scheduled for June 14, 2013. — AP remained “far apart” despite the nation,” Araqchi said. —AFP THURSDAY, MAY 16, 2013 INTERNATIONAL Sudanese pack up to try their luck abroad

KHARTOUM: In a cramped government monitor. Net migration contrasts with a large number of Sudanese doctors to struck a central region last month, trigger- Al-Bashir mean Sudan has avoided the office in Khartoum, engineer Ahmed Taha some other African countries, including work there,” says Hamda Kassem, one of the ing fears they might attack Khartoum uprisings seen in Egypt or Tunisia. and dozens of other Sudanese, lured by South Sudan, that are seeing skilled profes- employment agency staff. While the again like in 2008. Sudanese professionals have a tradition local newspaper adverts for jobs in the Gulf, sionals return home as the continent’s eco- Sudanese government allows labour agen- Few Western engineering firms operate of going overseas to gain experience and sit waiting to get a permit to leave the nomic development and increasing foreign cies to arrange work contracts for doctors in Sudan due to a US embargo in place make money. In the 1960s and 70s, they country and work abroad. “I’ve had enough investment create career opportunities. For heading to the Gulf, a government-com- since 1997, making the country reliant on flocked to the Gulf as those economies of Sudan and will go to Saudi Arabia,” said Sudan, struggling with a high budget missioned study published in January also mostly Chinese companies to build infra- took off. Opportunities dried up after the Taha. “I am so tired of this country, the (eco- deficit and a shortage of foreign currency expressed concern about the exodus of structure and they tend to import their 1991 Gulf war when President Bashir failed nomic) crisis, the corruption.” Taha, who has needed to pay for imports, migration has healthcare professionals. own workers. Sudanese government to back the UN-led military operation to been working in an office accounts depart- economic benefits. More than 6,000 Sudanese doctors left efforts to combat unemployment by hiring end Saddam Hussein’s occupation of ment for two years because he could not The World Bank estimates migrant for Saudi Arabia alone between 2009 and more young people for public sector jobs Kuwait. In retaliation, Gulf countries find a professional post, has just been hired workers remitted $1.13 billion to Sudan last 2012, according to the government study, and starting infrastructure projects have deported thousands of Sudanese once as an engineer by a construction firm in year, up from $442 million in 2011. That commissioned to assess the reasons for been hampered by the budget crisis. Kuwait was liberated. Saudi Arabia - a move that will increase his helped to offset the country’s goods and migration. Around another 1,000 doctors Young people complain that corruption With governments in the Gulf spending salary sevenfold to 2,500 Saudi riyals ($670) services trade deficit, estimated at $6.7 bil- have gone to Libya since the ousting of also makes it hard to find work - jobs in the billions of dollars on roads, schools and a month. “I also want to find my wife a job lion by the International Monetary Fund. ruler Muammar Gaddafi in 2011, it says. public sector, the biggest employer, often universities again, Sudanese are back in as a teacher in Saudi Arabia because she The exodus of workers should also help That is leaving health services in Sudan go to people with the right connections, demand although prospects in Saudi are makes only 600 (Sudanese) pounds ($95) a reduce unemployment. A prolonged vulnerable as countries in the Gulf and known as wasta, they say. dampened by a crackdown on illegal month here. We cannot live on our salaries.” “brain drain” of professionals, however, elsewhere snap up the country’s leading “You cannot find a job without wasta,” workers and policies to replace foreigners Like thousands of other Sudanese, Taha would put further pressure on the country’s specialists. Newspaper reports of patients said Hisham Hassan, who graduated in civil with locals. Sudanese are also looking fur- is escaping a country gripped by economic deteriorating public services, adding to the dying in Sudan hospitals after being misdi- engineering from the Sudanese university ther afield. At the Goethe Institute in crisis since losing 75 percent of its oil pro- country’s economic problems. “We are suf- agnosed by ill-qualified doctors are not of Atbara in 2008 but has yet to find work. Khartoum, run by the German govern- duction, its lifeline, when South Sudan fering under the economic hardship,” said uncommon. “There is a very bad effect on “I can’t afford to get married or anything,” ment, there’s a waiting list of up to three seceded in July 2011. Analysts estimate Omar El Fadli, who left Sudan in 1974 to medical services,” the government study he said after receiving his exit permit at the months to enrol in German classes. unemployment is running at between 20 study in Britain and then worked in France says. “The emigration to Saudi Arabia will visa office. He has landed a job at a Saudi Ahmed Shamun is making a living from and 30 percent, although there is no official and the United States before coming back result in the loss of specialists which will be builder paying him a monthly salary of the rise in migration. Having worked in data. Annual inflation topped 41 percent in in 2005 to buy a restaurant in central felt directly ... in the provinces.” 3,000 riyals - in Qassim, one of the most Abu Dhabi as an English translator for 13 April and the Sudanese pound has more Khartoum. “To be honest with you we have Sudanese medical colleges pump out conservative regions of Saudi Arabia. “It years, he returned in 1993 and now runs than halved in value against the dollar been trying to sell (the restaurant) for over up to 4,000 doctors annually but some col- will be fine. I have no choice anyway,” he an employment agency in Khartoum, fix- since South Sudan’s independence, making two years ... It’s not profitable anymore.” leges use textbooks that are more than 10 said. ing up Sudanese with jobs in the Gulf. Yet, life unbearable for many. At the visa office in Khartoum, women years old and have no surgical equipment. Concerns about personal freedom in he still laments the trend. “It’s not just doc- Nearly 95,000 Sudanese, from labourers in dark blue robes, representatives from The study forecasts that emigration from Sudan are also encouraging emigration. tors or engineers leaving, most of them are to teachers, nurses and engineers, left the government-approved employment agen- Sudan will continue to increase in the next Security agents have cracked down hard workers,” he said, sitting in his small office country last year compared to only 10,032 cies, are on hand to help applicants fill in few years due to economic, social, security on small street protests organized mainly next to a travel agent selling air tickets to in 2008, according to official data. Some the required paperwork. “We sort out the and political reasons. Sudan has for been by students dreaming of an “Arab spring”. Saudi Arabia. “I don’t like it but what else analysts say the number is even higher paperwork for doctors going to the Gulf, plagued by insurgencies. Long confined to Divisions in the weak opposition and the can young people do? There are no jobs because travel movements are hard to especially Saudi Arabia which is requesting remote regions such as Darfur, rebels army’s support for President Omar Hassan here.” —Reuters Casablanca’s infamous slum haunted by past Russia blasts US over SIDI MOUMEN, Morocco: “There’s no water, their own who were easily trapped by no work and no future. There’s nothing at all extremists,” he says. “We have to do some- ‘crude, clumsy’ spying here,” says Hamid bitterly as he walks through thing about it.” the sprawling slum of Sidi Moumen in There have been a number of attacks Casablanca made infamous 10 years ago. The since, notably by another young Islamist from grim prospect is nothing new to residents of Sidi Moumen who blew himself up at an the Moroccan city’s notorious shantytowns. Internet cafe in 2007, and two years ago Moscow summons American ambassador But it hangs heavily here because it was Sidi when a bomb tore through a crowded eatery Moumen that produced the suicide bombers in Marrakesh killing 17 people. But the 2003 MOSCOW: Russia yesterday accused the United rying a message on bilateral relations from Putin who struck on the evening of May 16, 2003 attacks were the worst to date and trauma- States of “crude and clumsy” spying on its territory to Obama. He said: “I do not think that what has and shattered Morocco’s cherished image of tised Moroccans, sparking anguish in a coun- after a suspected CIA agent was caught in happened will influence this cooperation, all the stability. Marginalisation is seen by many as a try that depends on tourism and prides itself Moscow seeking to recruit an agent while dis- more as its importance has been agreed at a high key reason for the radicalisation of the 12 on its tolerant image. And they still loom guised in a blond wig. The foreign ministry issued level.” The suspected agent, named as Ryan C young men from this dirt-poor neighbour- large in the nation’s collective consciousness. an official protest to the US ambassador who it Fogle, was handed back to the US embassy and hood who blew themselves up at different Last year, a Moroccan film called “God’s summoned to an early morning meeting, but ordered to leave the country after being declared locations around the city, killing 33 people. Horses” caused a sensation, telling the story signs also grew that neither side wanted the Cold persona non grata. Their targets included a hotel, an Italian of two brothers growing up in the neigh- War-style incident to develop into a full scale crisis. The Kommersant daily said that Fogle was likely restaurant, a Jewish community centre and bourhood, without anything to live for, who The suspected agent was caught red-handed late to have been seeking intelligence about the Boston cemetery, and the Belgian consulate. joined the bombers. Monday as he tried to recruit a Russian security marathon bombers whose origins were in the “The changes we want are projects that To prevent more youths from falling into agent with an advance of $100,000 for intelligence Russian Northern Caucasus, despite pledges by create jobs for young people here... so they the jihadist trap, the authorities launched a on the Northern Caucasus, according to the security services to cooperate in the investigation. It don’t go down the wrong path,” explains flurry of initiatives aimed at transforming Sidi Russian FSB security service. said Fogle may have been trying to recruit an Hamid, 42, an unemployed father of twins, Moumen, as well as a security crackdown The man, who was carrying a “typical espi- Russian anti-terror agent in Dagestan whose details who shares his cramped, makeshift home that saw thousands of people arrested, and onage arsenal” of money and disguises like wigs US officials had obtained on a visit to the Caucasus with eight family members. The Rahamna tightened their control of mosques around and spectacles, is said to have been working in April that was facilitated by the Russian side. area where he lives is a warren of narrow the country. “Between 2003 and 2009, many undercover as a low-ranking third secretary at the The foreign ministry said that Deputy Foreign streets criss-crossed with washing lines and associations were created to promote the US embassy. “To say the least, we are surprised by Minister Sergei Ryabkov had issued a formal protest ramshackle houses made from breeze blocks development of the neighbourhood,” said the extremely crude and clumsy recruitment” that to US ambassador to Moscow Michael McFaul, con- and corrugated iron roofs. Cows and chickens Hassan, 36, an unemployed community came after pledges by both sides to improve firming that Fogle had to leave in the “shortest pos- forage in stinking piles of rubbish nearby. activist. “It looked like things were going in Boubker Mazoz, president of a cultural the right direction. But it turned out that cooperation, said President Vladimir Putin’s foreign sible time”. An FSB agent interviewed by Russian centre he set up in 2007, speaks passionately most of the associations were like an image. policy advisor Yuri Ushakov, quoted by ITAR-TASS. state television said Moscow had already warned Ushakov also expressed surprise that it appeared the United States against such behaviour but “they about the need to integrate young people Nothing real. They simply took the money MOSCOW: A man identified as Ryan C into society, to defuse the frustration and and did nothing. “In 2011, (King) Mohammed vows by Putin and President Barack Obama for did not listen to us”. “Fogle arrived in Spring 2011. special services to work closer together had not fil- Russia already had intelligence he was from the CIA Fogle, the third secretary of the political resentment many of them still feel. “In every VI said ‘I don’t want to see people living in section of Washington’s embassy in neighbourhood you have the good and the slums.’ But now we’re in 2013 and the slums tered through to the CIA or the US embassy. and from the moment of his arrival he was put bad. It just happened that this area was total- are still growing... The promise of housing is But Ushakov also announced that Russian under the corresponding operative control” said Moscow, is being questioned at the ly excluded from the map, with people left on just words.” — AFP national security chief Nikolai Patrushev would vis- the agent, whose voice was distorted and face kept Federal Security Service after his arrest it the United States from May 20-21, possibly car- in shadow to keep his identity secret. — AFP on Tuesday. —AFP Nigeria troops launch new offensive against Islamists

MAIDUGURI/YOLA, Nigeria: Nigeria launched a military cam- had accused him of not facing up to the gravity of the crisis, paign yesterday to flush Islamist militants out of their bases in although some northern politicians have already voiced con- remote border areas, after President Goodluck Jonathan cerns over rising tensions. It is unlikely those tensions will boil declared a state of emergency in the northeast. Nigerian troops over to the other parts of the country. The Islamists have a deployed in large numbers, part of a plan to rout an insurgency foothold across most of the north, but nothing like the power by the Boko Haram Islamist group that has seized control of base they have established in these three states. parts of the region. “The operations, which will involve massive In Dec 2011, Jonathan declared a state of emergency over deployment of men and resources, are aimed at asserting the some local government areas, after a church bombing blamed nation’s territorial integrity,” Defence Headquarters said in a on Boko Haram killed 37 people, but he lifted it in July 2012. Ayo statement. Oritsejafor, head of the powerful Christian Association of The campaign targets semi-desert areas of the three states Nigeria, said the move showed Jonathan’s plan to offer the in which Jonathan declared an emergency on Tuesday - Borno, rebels an amnesty had been misguided, saying “no reasonable Adamawa and Yobe, three of the poorest and most remote in agreement can be reached with terrorists.” the country. The Islamist insurgency has cost thousands of It is unclear whether greater military might can win a battle lives and destabilised Africa’s top energy producer since it against an adversary that has proved a master at melting away began in 2009, but it has mostly happened far from economic under pressure, only to re-emerge again elsewhere. “The gov- centres such as Lagos. The capital Abuja was however bombed ernment is thinking it can crush them like Sra Lanka crushed the in 2011 and 2012. It has not affected southern oil fields that Tamil rebels,” Kole Shettima, chairman of the Centre for provide the bulk of government revenues in Africa’s second Democracy and Development, told Reuters. “But in Sra Lanka biggest economy. they pushed them to the water, whereas here they will just flee Residents and Reuters reporters saw army trucks carrying into the desert and come back.” soldiers enter Yola and Maiduguri to seek out militants from A Reuters reporter saw six trucks carrying soldiers enter Boko Haram, whose rebellion has targeted the security forces, Yola, the capital of Adamawa state. In the Borno state capital Christians and politicians in the mainly Muslim north. The troop Maiduguri, the biggest city in the area and birthplace of the deployment is likely to placate some of Jonathan’s critics, who insurgency, residents also reported an influx of troops. The mood was tense in that city. Shops were mostly shut and there were few people on the streets. Schools were closed. Maiduguri residents are used to living under military restric- tions - a curfew kills activity at 6 p.m. every day - and soldiers patrolling the streets are a common sight. But residents said they saw soldiers in much greater numbers. “I have never seen soldiers on the move quite like this before.” said one man in Maiduguri, Ahmed Mari. Jonathan’s orders followed growing evidence that a better equipped, better armed Boko Haram now controls territory around Lake Chad, where local officials have fled. “What we are facing is ... a rebellion and insurgency by terrorist groups which pose a very serious threat to ... territorial integrity,” Jonathan said in the address. “Already, some northern parts of Borno state have been taken over.” Officials say militants control at least 10 local government districts of Borno state - an arid region that once hosted one of West Africa’s oldest medieval Islamic empires - and are using porous borders with Cameroon, Chad and Niger to smuggle in arms and mount increasingly bold attacks. Security sources say their strategy appears to be similar to that of the Al-Qaeda-linked militants who overran Mali late last year, before the French kicked them out in January: take over remote desert areas and establish a de facto rule there, then use that as a base from which to expand. —Reuters THURSDAY, MAY 16, 2013 INTERNATIONAL Trio of troubles threatening Obama’s second term

WASHINGTON: President Barack Obama a president usually is held accountable cry, with several Republican and reports Monday. Asked why Obama seemed to lose control of his second- for his administration’s actions, and Democratic officials questioning Holder’s could not simply ask the attorney general term agenda even before he was sworn Republicans now have material to fuel department’s actions in the matter. about the Justice Department subpoe- in, when a school massacre led him to lift accusations and congressional hearings Republican National Committee nas, Jay Carney, the spokesman, said, “A gun control to the fore. Now, as he tries that they hope will embarrass him, erode Chairman Reince Priebus said the attor- great deal prevents the president from to pivot from a stinging defeat on that his credibility and bolster their argument ney general should resign over the issue, doing that. It would be wholly inappro- issue and push forward on others, the that his government is overreaching. adding: “Freedom of the press is an priate for the president to involve himself president finds himself rocked by multi- Even some of his Democratic allies are essential right in a free society.” Sens in a criminal investigation that ... involves ple controversies that are demoralizing publicly expressing dismay at the AP Richard Blumenthal and Chris Murphy, leaks of information from the administra- his Democratic allies, emboldening his phone records seizure. both Democrats, called on the Justice tion.” political foes and posing huge distrac- Obama advisers on Tuesday cast the Department to explain the records White House officials said Obama tions for all. trio of controversies as matters that flare seizure. And Rep Steny Hoyer, the plans to press his second-term agenda as It is unclear how long he will be up in an institution as complex as the US House’s second-ranking Democratic planned, but the contentious issues are dogged by inquiries into last year’s dead- government, and they questioned the leader, said, “This is activity that should complicating that effort. Amid new reve- ly attack in Libya, the US tax agency tar- impact of them. The one exception, not have happened and must be lations about Benghazi and the tax geting of tea conservative party groups advisers said, was the brewing scandal at checked from happening again.” agency, Obama’s attempts last Friday to and now the seizure of Associated Press the Internal Revenue Service, the federal As the press and tax issues boiled over highlight the implementation of key phone records in a leak investigation. But tax collection agency, which they see as Tuesday, many conservative activists components of the health care law - his if nothing else, these episodes give new the issue most likely to strike a chord stayed focused on the attack last first term’s signature accomplishment - confidence and swagger to opposition with Americans. The IRS has apologized September in Benghazi, Libya, that killed were largely ignored. Republican con- Republicans who were discouraged by for what it calls “inappropriate” targeting four Americans, including Ambassador sultant John Feehery says the tax agency Obama’s re-election last November and of conservative political groups, includ- Christopher Stevens. Republicans have and Benghazi controversies undercut the their inability to block tax hikes as part of ing tea party affiliates, that were seeking spent the past eight months accusing President Barack president’s argument for increasing the a Jan. 1 financial crisis deal. tax-exempt status in recent years. the Obama administration of ignoring government’s role in health care and Taken together, these matters will A Treasury Department inspector gen- security needs before the attack, and of Obama said he expected those responsi- almost everything else. They undermine make it harder for the administration to eral’s report released Tuesday concluded revising subsequent “talking points” to ble to be held “accountable” though he the notion, he said, “that government is focus on its priorities - racking up a few that ineffective management led to the play down the role of Islamic terrorists in did not specify what that should entail. trustworthy and can fix problems.” more accomplishments before next targeting, and Attorney General Eric the assault, which occurred at the height On all three matters, the White House However, the biggest item now before year’s national elections. “It’s a torrential Holder said he had ordered a Justice of Obama’s re-election campaign. Tuesday steered blame to other adminis- Congress - whether to rewrite the downpour, and it’s happening at the Department investigation. But Holder Hillary Rodham Clinton - the secretary tration agencies. The disputed Benghazi nation’s immigration laws and provide a worst possible time, because the window distanced himself from the decision to of state at the time, and a possible presi- talking points, advisers said, were chiefly pathway to citizenship for millions of is closing” on opportunities to accom- subpoena the AP records, saying he had dential candidate in 2016 - is the target the CIA’s work. In discussing the tax con- people here illegally - may be barely plish things before the 2014 campaigns, had no part in it, stepping aside because of many Republican accusations. Despite troversy, the White House has empha- touched by the hubbub. Many said Matt Bennett, who worked in the he had been interviewed in a govern- the noisy controversies, White House sized the agency’s independent status. Republican leaders say the party must Clinton White House. From here on, he ment investigation into who provided advisers tamped down suggestions that And Obama’s spokesman has deflected embrace immigration revisions to said, “it’s going to be very, very difficult.” information for a news story that dis- Obama would make any sudden moves, all questions about AP phone records to improve the party’s weak standing with So far, there’s no evidence that Obama closed details of a CIA operation in such as firing top officials or shaking up the Justice Department, saying that the Hispanic voters, a fast-growing con- knew about - let alone was involved in - Yemen. his team. In a Tuesday night statement president and his aides didn’t know stituency that went overwhelmingly for the government actions in question. But The press case sparked bipartisan out- on the inspector general’s IRS report, about the case until they read press Obama in the election. — AP Lawmakers outraged over another military sex case US anti-sexual assault coordinator accused of sex crimes

WASHINGTON: A US Army ser- dential and re-screen all sexual geant who worked as a sexual assault prevention and response assault prevention coordinator at personnel and military recruiters. Fort Hood, Texas, has been accused The investigation of the sergeant of sex crimes, the Pentagon said on came just a week after the head of Tuesday, the second man in the the Air Force’s anti-sexual assault military’s anti-sexual assault effort unit was arrested on charges of sexu- to be accused since last week. al battery after allegedly groping a News of the investigation sparked woman in a parking lot in a restau- renewed anger and frustration over rant district not far from the military’s inability to deal quickly Pentagon. Lieutenant Colonel Jeffrey with its sexual assault problem. Krusinski, 41, was suspended from WASHINGTON: Courthouse dog Kiley stretches as she stands near Linda Avila (left) a Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel his duties in the sexual assault witness in a homicide case, and handler Michelle Walker, Justice Services manager, in expressed disappointment over the response office, and his case is being a hallway at the Pierce County Courthouse in Tacoma. — AP “breakdown in discipline” implied handled by civilian authorities in by the allegations, and lawmakers Arlington, Virginia, who declined an Dogs give comfort and voiced outrage. “This is sickening,” offer from the military to prosecute said Senator Patty Murray, a the case. controversy in US court Washington Democrat. “Twice now, Krusinski’s arrest came a day in a matter of as many weeks, we’ve before the Pentagon released its LOS ANGELES: The twins were 7, shy and golden retrievers or mixes, said Jeanine seen the very people charged with US Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel annual report on sexual assault in scared. Talking was tough and describing Konopelski, CCI’s national director of mar- protecting victims of sexual assault dinates. The sergeant, a member of Hagel was notified of the allega- the military, a study that estimated what happened nearly impossible. So the keting. Five years ago, O’Neill-Stephens was being charged as perpetrators.” the Army’s III Corps, had been tions on Tuesday morning by Army the number of sex crimes involving prosecutor preparing them to testify so sure that victims and witnesses would Representative Buck McKeon, a assigned as a sexual assault Secretary John McHugh. military personnel soared by 37 per- against the father they said molested them benefit from a good dog in court that she Republican who heads the House response and prevention program Hagel urged McHugh to ensure cent to 26,000 in 2012, from 19,000 borrowed a dog named Jeeter. “It was a last founded Courthouse Dogs Foundation in Armed Services Committee, said he coordinator with a battalion in the the allegations are investigated in 2011. The crimes ranged from rape ditch effort to try to build rapport with my honor of her son. She retired in 2011 to was “outraged and disgusted” by Corps, the Pentagon said. The Army quickly and dealt with appropriate- to abusive sexual contact. The mili- kids, who are terribly shy,” said Kelly devote full-time to it. O’Neill-Stephens and the reports and that the chain of suspended the sergeant from all ly, he said. “I cannot convey strong- tary’s problem with sexual assault Dempsey, the twins’ mother. “The prosecu- Courthouse Dogs Foundation Executive command bore some responsibility duties after the allegations sur- ly enough his frustration, anger, has prompted some lawmakers to tor had no idea how to get through to Director Celeste Walsen are also helping set regardless of whether it was “oblivi- faced, it said. No charges have been and disappointment over these call for the crime to be removed from them. ... He just believed down to the up programs in Canada, Chile and Finland, ous to or tolerant of criminal filed against the soldier at this time. troubling allegations and the the military chain of command so it depths of his soul the girls had been and to standardize the training for court- behavior.” The Army said a sergeant The investigation of the allegations breakdown in discipline and stan- can be handled by experts. But sen- wronged and he wanted so badly to find house dogs. first class at Fort Hood, whose is being conducted by special dards they imply,” Little said in a ior military officers contend the justice for them.” In Seattle 10 years ago, The next challenge to the dogs is sched- name was not released, was under agents from the Army’s Criminal statement. Little said the Army and crimes should be handled through Jeeter became the first professionally uled mid-May in Washington state’s investigation for allegations of pan- Investigation Command, the the other military services were in the chain of command to ensure trained dog to help a child testify, experts Supreme Court. The case involves a man dering, abusive sexual contact, Pentagon said. Pentagon the process of implementing commanders are held accountable said. Dogs have been used with thousands convicted of burglarizing a Seattle apart- assault and maltreatment of subor- spokesman George Little said Hagel’s directive to re-train, re-cre- for discipline. — Reuters of victims and witnesses since. ment in 2008. Because the victim had the Today, there are 41 courthouse dogs mental skills of a child, he was allowed to working in 19 US states and several more use Ellie when he testified. An appeals US launches US car use falls; Younger being considered, but some challenges are court upheld the use of the dog, so attor- working their way through the courts, driv- ney Jan Trasen with the Washington drone from generation shifting gears en by attorneys who claim the dogs are dis- Appellate Project took the case to the high- tractions or sympathy magnets. So far, all er court. Trasen contends there is no prece- aircraft carrier NEW YORK: Americans are driving less federal and certain state governments have lower courts have upheld the use of dogs. dent for using a dog in court. The state says than they used to because of higher gaso- nevertheless continued to allocate funds to In 2003, Jeeter was going to drug court it’s covered by a law that allows vulnerable ABOARD THE USS GEORGE H W BUSH: A drone the line prices, a weak economy and changing large highway expansion projects based on once a week with King County deputy witnesses to hold a Teddy bear or doll. size of a fighter jet took off from the deck of an generational preferences, according to a “obsolete” forecasts “based on assumptions prosecutor Ellen O’Neill-Stephens. The rest Trasen said you can’t compare the two, American aircraft carrier for the first time Tuesday in a report released Tuesday that found a sixty- forged during the driving boom,” said co- of the week, Jeeter belonged to her son because “those items are all inanimate test flight that could eventually open the way for the US year “driving boom” had hit the brakes. The author Tony Dutzik, a policy analyst at the Sean, 21, who has cerebral palsy. When her objects. They don’t move. They don’t look to launch unmanned aircraft from just about any place report, by advocacy organizations the US Frontier Group. colleague asked to borrow Jeeter for the you in the eye. They don’t respond to the in the world. The X-47B is the first drone designed to Public Interest Research Group and Frontier “We invest tens of billions of dollars in twins, the bonding was instant. human voice. ... I have a dog, I love dogs. It’s take off and land on an aircraft carrier, meaning the US Group, said transportation policymakers our transportation systems so it’s impor- “Because of Jeeter and having him actually for that very reason, I know how military would not need permission from other coun- and existing plans to expand the nation’s tant that we’re doing so with a clear under- there, I don’t ever think about ‘Oh, it was well people respond to them.” tries to use their bases. “As our access to overseas ports, roads and highways have not taken the standing of what we know and don’t know decline into account. about the future,” Dutzik said. scary walking in and seeing our dad after a A ruling is pending in a similar case forward operating locations and airspace is diminished around the world, the value of the aircraft carrier and The researchers said car use is likely to The study noted that “the number of while,’” said Erin, now a high school sopho- argued before an appellate court in New the air wing becomes more and more important,” Rear decline further as members of the miles driven in the heaviest trucks has actu- more. “I don’t remember the bad, I only York. Jurors in the twins’ case were unable Adm Ted Branch, commander of Naval Air Forces Millennial generation, now in their teens to ally declined faster than overall vehicle remember Jeeter. I think we escaped so to reach a verdict, so a mistrial was Atlantic, said after the flight off the Virginia coast. early 30s, move into cities and rely more on travel in recent years, falling by 11 percent declared. Before a second trial could begin, much more normal than really we should “So today is history.” The move to expand the capa- public transportation, while car-loving between 2007 and 2011.” It said there was have from such a bad situation because of the girls’ father pleaded guilty to third- and bilities of the nation’s drones comes amid growing criti- baby boomers age out of their “peak driv- “little evidence thus far for the proposition Jeeter.” The AP normally doesn’t use names fourth-degree assault. cism of America’s use of Predators and Reapers to gath- ing” years. People aged 16 to 34 racked up that reductions in household driving must or photos of molestation victims, but the “He didn’t end up serving any time. He er intelligence and carry out lethal missile attacks 23 percent less mileage in 2009 than in coincide with an increase in heavy-duty girls are allowing their first names and pho- was held accountable in a way that other against terrorists in Iraq, Afghanistan, Pakistan and 2001, the study said, demonstrating a truck traffic.” tos to be used because they want dogs to people deemed appropriate. But he was Yemen. Critics in the US and abroad have charged that greater decline in driving than for any other Sean McAlinden, chief economist and be available in courts. Their mother has a removed from the girls’ lives, so really, I drone strikes cause widespread civilian deaths and are age group. vice president for research at the Michigan- different last name. couldn’t ask for anything better,” Dempsey conducted with inadequate oversight. Still, defense ana- “This is a new direction - a real break, a based non-profit Center for Automotive Jeeter shadowed the girls. “I remember said. In November, 2004, as the trial fin- lysts say drones are the future of warfare. real change, the study’s co-author, Phineas Research, dismissed the report’s findings. sitting in the chair. Between questions, he’d ished, the twins signed up to raise a puppy The new Joint Strike Fighter jet “might be the last Baxandall, an analyst at the US PIRG, said in “Younger buyers under 30 are listing finan- put his head in my lap and cuddle a little. with CCI - to thank O’Neill-Stephens and manned fighter the US ever builds. They’re so expen- a briefing on Tuesday. “After 2004, on per cial problems as their reason for not buying One time (during a practice court session), Jeeter. They got Alou and took him to pup- sive, they’re so complex, and you put a human at risk capita basis, driving has gone down, and new cars,” McAlinden said. “If and when the he came into the room dressed as Zorro,” py classes, helped socialize him and taught every time it takes off from a carrier,” said James Lewis, the number of vehicle-miles driven has also economy recovers, will buy cars at the Erin said. When there were questions about him commands. “We felt empowered senior fellow at the Center for Strategic and gone down each year since 2004.” This same rate as other generations.” anatomy, the girls used Jeeter. “A good dog because we could help somebody the way International Studies in Washington. “This is the next trend is reflected in vehicle ownership, The reported declines in driving coin- which has decreased by 4 percent between cide with weakness in the US economy, provides decreased anxiety for any victim, Jeeter helped us,” Dempsey said. generation of military technology - the unmanned vehi- the all-time high of 1.24 vehicles per driver which emerged from a brutal recession in be it a child, adult or elderly. If it gives them Alou was nearly 2 when he left for cles, the unmanned submersibles, the unmanned air- the opportunity to focus and find their craft. This will be the future of warfare, and it will be a in 2006 and now. June 2009 and was still in tepid recovery in advanced training and placement, but nine The percentage of driving-age 2011. However, driving did not pick up in voice, how is that bad?” Dempsey asked. warfare that is a little less risky for humans but maybe a months later the family got a call asking if Americans with licenses also fell to a 30- line with the recovery, Dutzik said. “That There were no objections to Jeeter in they wanted Alou back. He was unable to little more effective when it comes to delivering weapons and effect.” year low of 86 percent in 2011 from an all- suggests that the recovery of the economy the twins’ case, and demand for a dog was take commands from a variety of handlers. time high of 90 percent in 1992. Meanwhile, might not necessarily lead to the kinds of so high that in 2004, the district attorney’s “It’s like he’d never been gone,” Jordan said. While the X-47B isn’t intended for operational use, it will help Navy officials develop future carrier-based the average inflation-adjusted price of increases in driving that we saw in past office got a full-time service dog, Ellie. “Mom opened the door and he came drones. Those drones could begin operating by 2020, gasoline doubled between 2002 and 2011. decades.” Jeeter and Ellie were trained by Canine bounding out and jumped in the car and according to Rear Adm. Mat Winter, the Navy’s pro- In the short term, the study said, higher fuel The study noted that cycling, walking, Companions for Independence, headquar- loved us.” “I think he was meant to be a prices may lead people to skip long road light rail and other alternative methods tered in Santa Rosa, north of San Francisco. gram executive officer for unmanned aviation and service dog to Erin and Jordan,” Dempsey strike weapons. The X-47B is far bigger than the trips or vacations; in the longer run, sticker of transportation have gained populari- CCI has trained about 230 “facility dogs,” said. He’s 9 now and sleeps a lot. “But even Predator, has three times the range and can be pro- shock at the gas station could encourage ty in recent years: In 2011, Americans including courthouse dogs and those today, he will seek out somebody feeling grammed to carry out missions with no human inter- people to lower or avoid the expense of took nearly 10 percent more trips via working at burn centers, hospices or bad in the family and curl up at their feet,” vention, the Navy said. —AP driving by living closer to work or buying public transportation than they had in schools. The dogs are mostly Labrador or she said. — AP more efficient cars. The researchers said 2005. —Reuters THURSDAY, MAY 16, 2013 INTERNATIONAL After ATM heist, India again in unwelcome spotlight

MUMBAI: A breach of security at two firm Cylance Inc who has helped financial dents,” said Som Mittal, president of the National Bank of Ras Al Khaimah PSC billion in transactions with Iran and not payment card processing companies in firms conduct investigations into some National Association of Software and (RAKBANK), according to sources. RAK- giving proper oversight to its back office India that led to heists at cash machines major cyber crimes. Services Companies, the industry lobby. BANK suffered a $5 million coordinated operation in Chennai, India. Standard around the world has reopened ques- “I think the lesson is they need to pull heist at ATMs around the world on Dec Chartered settled with the regulator. That tions on the risks of outsourcing sensitive back on what they’ve outsourced. When UNDERCURRENT OF HOSTILITY 21 last year, the US indictment said. had followed a backlash in Britain after financial services to the Asian nation. you’re giving a third party, the out- Still, any perception that data may be Several industry watchers have said pay- customers of Royal Bank of Scotland and Global banks that ship work to be sourced entity, the ability to access credit less safe in India is unwelcome for an ment card fraud is a global problem and its Natwest unit were left locked out of processed in India, either in-house or to limits or cash limits of the consumers industry that faces an undercurrent of is not unique to India. Two previous cas- their accounts for a week due to an inex- big IT services vendors, were already you’re managing the finances for, you’re hostility for taking away jobs in the West, es of hacking into processors of pre-paid perienced IT operator in Hyderabad, under pressure to step up oversight of giving up control that is your fundamen- home to most of its clients. “The threat debit cards occurred at RBS WorldPay and media reports said. A US Senate probe back-office functions after a series of tal responsibility.” India’s $108 billion IT (to security) is for real, that’s for sure,” said Fidelity National Information Services Inc, last year criticizing anti-money launder- scandals last year. Last week, US prosecu- services industry is the world’s favoured Parag Deodhar, chief risk officer at Bharti both in the United States. The amounts ing controls at HSBC identified deficien- tors said a global criminal gang stole $45 destination for outsourcing. Over 40 per- AXA General Insurance, the local joint involved however were less than the loss- cies in work done by its “offshore review- million from two Middle Eastern banks by cent of exports by the industry are sup- venture of France’s AXA. es suffered by the Middle East banks. ers” in India, according to media reports. breaking into the two card processing port services for the global financial sec- “When people don’t take it seriously, it The US Federal Bureau of Investigation While plenty of global companies are companies based in India and raising the tor, ranging from investment bank back- doesn’t help. People still take informa- has said many cases of cyber-crime moving more functions to India, either to balances and withdrawal limits. office functions to research, risk-manage- tion security quite lightly, and they don’t involving credit cards and bank fraud outsourcers or wholly-owned “captive” “India is exposed in two ways: The ment and processing of insurance claims. address the weakest link, which is the never get publicised. “The notion that operations, some are moving work back threat that the same theft could happen Lured by a tech-savvy English-speak- people aspect.” There has been no sug- this will affect outsourcing to India is home. Costs, however, remain an over- in India and the fact that the outsourcing ing population and wages that can be gestion that anyone employed at the two wrong. There is no relation. There have riding factor. “Most banks in US are trying industry will also get affected,” said one-fifth those in the West, more than card processing firms, ElectraCard been bigger frauds at BPOs in the United to cut costs because of recession. So they Arpinder Singh, partner and national three-quarters of global banks have a Services and EnStage, is involved. States,” Ravi Sundaram, ElectraCard’s will try to outsource, not just to India but director for fraud investigation and dis- direct or third-party offshore presence in EnStage, incorporated in California but head of strategy and corporate services, to any other country or any other compa- pute services at consultancy Ernst & India. Indian IT firms, led by outsourcers with operations based in Bangalore, han- told Reuters on Monday. Nevertheless ny,” said Nishanth Chandran, co-founder Young. The episode is reopening debate such as Tata Consultancy Services and dled card payments for Bank of Muscat of the breach comes after a series of other and CEO of E-Billing Solutions, a Chennai- on banks sending work requiring a high Infosys, argue that security breaches are Oman, sources have said. Bank of Muscat events that have tarnished the IT industry based company that helps merchants degree of confidentiality to offshore loca- rare. “I think if you look at the nature of lost $40 million in a coordinated heist on in India. Last year, the New York state process payments. “For banks, it is com- tions. “It is the weakest link,” said Shane the work we do and how much we do, Feb 19. ElectraCard Services, based in banking regulator accused London- pletely a balance between security and Shook, an expert with US cyber-security we’ve actually had very very few inci- Pune, processed prepaid travel cards for based Standard Chartered of hiding $250 costs.” — Reuters Colombia warns of plot to India gang-rape suspect kill high-profile journalists ‘critical’ after jail attack Hit man in capital; 90 reporters under protection NEW DELHI: A defendant on trial over a fatal gang-rape in New Delhi last December is critically ill after being attacked BOGOTA: Colombia’s government has owned by his family. He said he will CRIMINAL GROUPS in prison, his lawyer said yesterday, weeks after the main warned of a plot by a criminal group strive to protect freedom of expres- Colombia has been rattled by a accused died in the same jail. Vinay Sharma was rushed to to kill several high-profile journalists sion “because that’s where I was born, five-decade war involving various the state-run Lok Nayak Hospital in New Delhi on Tuesday just weeks after the attempted assas- it’s at the heart of who I am.” Even insurgent groups - including the with chest injuries after he was assaulted in Tihar Jail, lawyer sination of an investigative reporter though a US-backed military offensive Revolutionary Armed Forces of A P Singh said, also alleging that his client’s food had been boosted concerns over threats to a has improved security in Colombia Colombia, or FARC, and paramilitary poisoned. “He was vomiting blood and running a very high free press in the violence-plagued over the last decade, the new threats forces - that has killed more than fever. He was also suffering from chest pains. He is in a very Andean nation. President Juan throw a spotlight once again on the 100,000 people and forced millions to critical condition,” Singh said. Manuel Santos also announced that dangers for reporters covering corrup- flee their homes. The new generation The chest pains came after Sharma, 20, was “beaten up 90 journalists are being given protec- tion and criminal gangs in Colombia. of criminal gangs is now fighting with and thrashed” by fellow inmates at the maximum-security tion by the government. He urged This comes as the government seeks a the FARC and paramilitary groups for jail, the lawyer added. He said the vomiting had been Attorney General Eduardo peace accord with the biggest rebel control of drug-smuggling routes and caused by the “slow poisoning” of his food over a period of Montealegre to investigate attacks group, the FARC. illegal activities, while journalists, several weeks. “He was being given food mixed with poison against journalists. “In this govern- The threat likely stems from an union workers and residents are often since the start of this month. “He was first admitted to the ment, we’re totally committed to get investigation into links between para- caught in the middle. The latest threat clinic inside the jail but was later moved to a city hospital. to the very bottom of the problems military groups and politicians during comes on the heels of an assassina- He was shifted again to another hospital when his condi- NEW DELHI: Indian men smoke cigarettes as they walk that undermine this fundamental last year’s municipal elections, tion attempt two weeks ago on tion worsened” on Tuesday, Singh said. past the entrance of the Lok Nayak hospital in New right to be well-informed that all Valencia, a former Marxist rebel and Ricardo Calderon, an investigative The head of the hospital refused to comment on the Delhi yesterday. A defendant on trial over a fatal gang- Colombians have,” Santos said at an columnist for the respected Semana journalist who narrowly survived an case, while there was no immediate reaction from authori- rape in New Delhi last December is critically ill after event to promote media rights. magazine, told Reuters. The hit man ambush that riddled his car with bul- ties at Tihar. One of Sharma’s co-defendants, bus driver Ram being attacked in prison, his lawyer said. —AFP Journalists and investigators have was probably hired by a criminal lets as he returned to Bogota after Singh, was found hanged in his cell in the same prison in a juvenile court. The defendants have all entered not-guilty long been the target of attacks and group with links to politicians, reporting on irregularities in a military March. Although an inquest ruled he had committed suicide pleas and their lawyers have accused police of torturing the threats in Colombia, allegedly carried Valencia said. “No doubt we’re afraid prison for Semana magazine. his lawyers allege that he was murdered. Sharma is one of defendants to obtain confessions. Prosecutors say they have out by corrupt politicians, drug lords, because the people involved are very Last week, eight journalists were four adults still on trial for the murder and gang-rape of a 23- DNA evidence linking the defendants to the attack in which Marxist rebels and right-wing paramil- powerful and have no limits,” Valencia given 24 hours to leave the city of year-old student who was attacked on a bus on December the student and a male companion were assaulted on a bus itary leaders to silence coverage that said. “We will continue investigating, Valledupar, in Cesar province, as they 16. The victim died of her injuries in a Singapore hospital 13 as it was driven around the city, having been picked up after may damage their interests. A hit man nothing will stop us.” reported on government attempts to days later. A fifth defendant, who is aged 17, is being tried in a trip to the cinema. —AFP has entered the Colombian capital to Paramilitary groups continue to return stolen land to war victims. kill columnist Leon Valencia, analyst operate across Colombia even after Leaflets from a little-known group, the Ariel Avila and reporter Gonzalo former President Alvaro Uribe negoti- Anti-land Restitution Army, declared Guillen, according to Andres ated their demobilization in 2008 and the reporters collaborators and hence Villamizar, head of a government-run many handed in their weapons in targets for death. All the reporters and agency to protect high-profile targets. exchange for light jail sentences. analysts threatened have worked on “We won’t allow these plans to be car- Thousands have morphed into new some of the most damning stories, ried out,” Villamizar said early on drug-funded crime gangs and contin- including corruption in northern La Tuesday on his Twitter account, pledg- ue to kill and make threats if their Guajira province, the government’s ing to step up security. operations are at risk. It was not intelligence agency wire tapping Before entering politics, Santos immediately clear why Guillen would opponents, and right-wing paramili- served as an editor at the country’s be targeted alongside Valencia and tary involvement in the nation’s top newspaper, El Tiempo, once Avila. Congress. — Reuters US defends seizure of reporters’ phone logs

WASHINGTON: The US administration foiled terror plot, which they suspect The AP protested the seizure Monday in pushed back Tuesday after being contained leaked information. The AP a letter to Holder saying “there can be no accused of undermining press freedom said its story disclosed details of a CIA possible justification for such an over- by seizing reporters’ phone records, operation in Yemen that stopped an Al- broad collection.” claiming officials took the drastic steps Qaeda plot in 2012 to detonate a bomb In a reply to the AP, Deputy Attorney to protect American lives. Amid a bar- on an airplane bound for the United General James Cole said the probe into rage of criticism, Attorney General Eric States. Holder said he had recused him- leaked “classified information” began last Holder said telephone logs were secretly self from the probe because he was year and warned “such disclosures can taken from US news agency the interviewed by the FBI about unautho- risk lives and cause grave harm to the Associated Press as part of a probe into a rized disclosures in the matter. A Justice security of all Americans.” Cole said security breach which had put the Department statement said that since agency rules require that other steps be American people at risk. Holder’s recusal in June 2012, the inves- exhausted before the seizure of phone “I’ve been a prosecutor since 1976. tigation “has been conducted by the FBI records, and the action was taken only And I have to say that this is among, if under the direction of the US Attorney after “conducting over 550 interviews not the most serious ... a ... very, very and the supervision of the deputy attor- and reviewing tens of thousands of doc- serious leak,” Holder said. “That’s not ney general.” uments.” hyperbole. Puts the American people at The White House, meanwhile, sought He said the subpoenas were “limited risk. And trying to determine who is to deflect criticism that it was targeting to a reasonable period of time and did responsible for that, I think, required the news media in its war on leaks. not seek the content of any calls.” In a very aggressive action,” he declared. The Obama’s spokesman Jay Carney said the new response to Cole’s letter, the AP’s comments came as President Barack White House was not involved in the chief executive, Gary Pruitt, disputed Obama’s administration faced heavy crit- decision to seek AP records and the this, insisted the inquiry had not been icism over the Justice Department’s deci- Justice Department operates independ- “narrowly drawn” and said that more sion to seize two months of phone ently. “It would be wholly inappropriate than 100 journalists work in the loca- records from the news operations of the for the president to involve himself in a tions targeted. “The White House had Associated Press. criminal investigation that... at least as said there was no credible threat to the The investigators’ action is believed reported, involves leaks of information American people in May of 2012. The AP to be linked to a probe into a story on a from the administration,” Carney said. story suggested otherwise, and we felt that was important information and the public deserved to know it,” Pruitt said. The revelation of the seizure brought a flurry of criticism of what critics called an unprecedented assault on press free- dom. Senate Democratic leader Harry Reid, a leading member of Obama’s Democratic Party, told reporters: “I have trouble defending what the Justice Department did... it’s inexcusable.” Trevor Timm of the Freedom of the Press Foundation said: “It’s time to stop look- ing at all of these leak investigations and prosecutions as ancillary to press free- dom; they are a direct attack on it. “This should be an important wake-up call for journalists.” Other analysts noted that the Obama administration had already gained a reputation for aggressively pur- suing leaks of government secrets. “It’s WASHINGTON: Speaker of the House John Boehner (rear), listens while surprising and concerning to me that House Majority Leader Representative Eric Cantor, R-VA speaks after a they would sweep so broadly in the meeting with House Republicans on Capitol Hill. Boehner, Cantor and oth- search of AP phone records,” David er House Republican leaders spoke to the press about the IRS targeting Pozen, a specialist in constitutional and conservative groups, the Justice Department acquiring journalist’s phone national security law at Columbia records and job creation. — AFP University, said. —AFP THURSDAY, MAY 16, 2013 INTERNATIONAL

Cyclone triggers mass evacuations in Bangladesh, Myanmar

SITTWE: Hundreds of thousands of camps for victims of sectarian unrest. on Thursday or Friday somewhere lying areas to move to cyclone shel- ment late Tuesday. Experts say Bangladesh is better pre- people in Bangladesh and Myanmar The United Nations has warned that near the border between the two ters, while Myanmar announced But it may still bring “life-threaten- pared to handle cyclones than were ordered to evacuate yesterday more than eight million people could countries. plans to relocate roughly 166,000 ing conditions” for 8.2 million people authorities across the border in as a cyclone bore down on coastal be at risk from Cyclone Mahasen, Bangladesh told hundreds of people on its northwest coast to safe- in northeast India, Bangladesh and Rakhine, where the military was areas home to flood-prone refugee which is expected to make landfall thousands of people living in low- ty. But in Myanmar’s state of Rakhine, Myanmar, it warned. Around 30 mil- deployed to oversee the evacuation. many Muslim Rohingya made home- lion of Bangladesh’s 153 million peo- “Some people don’t want to leave. less by communal bloodshed last ple live along the coast, which is also We don’t want to see them die so we year said they were too scared to home to ramshackle camps housing will move them under the law of move, reflecting their deep mistrust Rohingya refugees. “We have been protection from natural disasters,” of the authorities and of local using loudspeakers to alert both doc- said Aung Min, minister of the Buddhists. “We could die here. We umented and undocumented Myanmar president’s office. “We will have no place to go,” said Yu Sut Taw, Rohingya refugees of the dangers of continue to evacuate as many as a Muslim man living in a camp on the the cyclone,” said Mohammed possible until the last minute when outskirts of the state capital Sittwe, Kamruzzaman, a government magis- the cyclone hits.” one of several in Rakhine which are trate in charge of a Rohingya camp in He said about 27,000 Rohingya home to a total of about 140,000 dis- Cox’s Bazaar. had already been moved but added placed persons. “We’ve also stockpiled dry food, kept that there was a lack of proper AFP reporters who visited two medical teams and ambulances on cyclone shelters. “We don’t have any camps yesterday saw few signs of a standby and shifted the sick and preg- cyclone shelter in Rakhine state. We mass evacuation under way. nant women from the camps to hospi- see that we should have constructed Buddhist-Muslim clashes in the tals.” Cyclone Mahasen was packing cyclone shelters there.” Myanmar region last year left about 200 people winds of up to 88 kilometers per hour at said the cyclone could delay dead and whole neighborhoods its centre and could unleash a storm President Thein Sein’s planned state burned to the ground. Illustrating the surge of up to seven feet, said visit to Washington-the first in dangers facing some of those who Shamsuddin Ahmed, deputy chief of almost half a century by a leader of have tried to flee, 58 Rohingya were Bangladesh Meteorological Department. the country formerly known as missing after their boat capsized on Bangladesh and Myanmar have Burma, which is emerging from Monday as they tried to escape to both been frequent victims of decades of military rule. Rights higher ground. The cyclone cyclones which have left hundreds of groups have criticized Myanmar for appeared to have lost some of its thousands of people dead in recent failing to provide permanent hous- strength as it churned northwards decades. ing sooner for displaced Rohingya, SITTWE: Rohingya children stand in a pool of water near their relief tents at the Mansi through the Bay of Bengal, the UN Cyclone Nargis, which devastated after months of warnings of the dan- Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camp. —AFP Office for the Coordination of Myanmar’s Irrawaddy Delta in May ger posed to the camps by this year’s Humanitarian Affairs said in a state- 2008, killed about 140,000 people. monsoon. —AFP Taiwan freezes hiring of Filipinos, recalls envoy Taipei rejects Manila apology

TAIPEI: Taiwan yesterday suspended apology and compensation, appre- handle” the case. “If the Philippine Lacierda reiterated the president’s the hiring of Philippine workers and hend the killer and launch talks on government cannot satisfy our side’s calls for calm, but declined further recalled its envoy to Manila in protest the fishing industry. four demands by 6:00 pm (1000 GMT) comment “with the objective of pre- at the killing of a fisherman, rejecting “President Ma expressed his today, our government will adopt a venting further escalation while an apology for the incident as inade- strong dissatisfaction over the second wave of sanctions,” Lee said. deliberations are ongoing”. quate. Philippine coastguards shot Philippines’ lack of sufficient sincerity These would include a “red” travel Basilio said yesterday the Philippines would send special envoy Amadeo Perez to reiterate his “deep regret and apology from the people of the Philippines” to the people of Taiwan and the fisherman’s family. “The Filipino people and govern- ment understand the hurt and grief that the Taiwan people have felt at the death of the one of their fellow citizens,” he told a press conference at Taiwan’s foreign ministry. Perez, who arrived in Taiwan around noon, is chairman of the Manila Economic and Cultural Office which represents the Philippines in Taiwan in the PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia’s Prime Minister Najib Razak (right) announces his absence of diplomatic ties. cabinet line-up as his deputy Muhyiddin Yassin (back left) looks on in Manila recognises Beijing rather Putrajaya yesterday. —AFP than Taipei as the government of China. But Taiwan’s Premier Jiang Yi- huah said it was unacceptable that Malaysian PM unveils the apology came from the “people of the Philippines” rather than the government as it was the coastguard ‘reconciliation’ cabinet that was responsible for the shoot- ing. “Philippine civil servants killed a KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia’s premier yes- However, for the first time in decades, the person and damaged the boat, the terday unveiled a cabinet line-up which he cabinet had no representation from the Philippine government cannot avoid said would help national reconciliation Malaysian Chinese Association (MCA). responsibility,” he said. Jiang said after a racially divisive election, but which The Chinese party had long been a stal- Perez would offer a donation from was noticeably light on Chinese faces. wart in the ruling coalition but is increas- the Philippine people to the fisher- Prime Minister Najib Razak’s Barisan ingly seen by Chinese voters as not willing man’s family and it was not clear Nasional (National Front) coalition, which to stand up for the community and has suf- “whether the Philippine government has ruled multiracial Malaysia for 56 years, fered declining support. It was left with just will be responsible for the compen- fended off the strongest opposition chal- seven seats in the 222-member parliament sation”. lenge ever in an election marked by anger compared to 31 in 2004. Its president had He also demanded Manila clarify over racially divisive policies. Najib was vowed to accept no cabinet posts if its sup- whether it was conducting a criminal abandoned by voters from the economical- port further declined in the polls. The or an administrative investigation ly powerful Chinese minority that makes MCA’s decline has tracked growing resent- and what kind of punishment it up 25 percent of the country’s 28 million ment among the sizeable Chinese and plans for those responsible-dis- people, tarnishing his claims to multi-eth- Indian minorities over decades-old policies missal, imprisonment or a fine. nic rule and sparking bitter comments from that favour Malays in business, education Taiwan’s defense ministry said it was the prime minister afterward. and other spheres. Barisan is controlled by Najib’s United After the election early this month, Najib MANILA: Raymond Wang (right) Taiwan’s Representative to the Philippines, talks on his mobile set to begin a drill later aimed at defending its fishermen in waters Malays National Organisation (UMNO), ruefully blamed a “Chinese tsunami” of lost phone as he walks to his plane for departure to Taipei after being recalled yesterday. —AP near the Philippine island of Batan. which represents Muslim Malays, Malaysia’s support for the government’s worst ever dead the 65-year-old fisherman last and its shifting attitude,” spokes- alert urging Taiwanese not to visit the The shooting triggered public fury in majority demographic. “Over the past ballot-box showing, triggering outrage week after they said his vessel woman Lee Chia-fei told reporters, Philippines and the suspension of Taiwan, and aggravated tensions months and years, divisions have opened from many who saw the comments as strayed into Manila’s territorial adding that he would recall Taipei’s exchanges between high-level offi- that were already high over rival up in Malaysian society. Now it is time for racially provocative. The new cabinet has waters, sparking outrage in Taiwan at envoy to Manila. She said Antonio cials. There are currently 87,000 claims in the nearby South China all of us, in government and beyond, to put just one ethnic Chinese minister-the presi- a time of high tensions over regional Basilio, the Philippines’ de facto Philippine workers in Taiwan and Sea. China, the Philippines, Taiwan, the bitterness behind us,” Najib said in dent of the local office of anti-graft group maritime disputes. Taiwan said that ambassador who made the apology labour authorities said nearly 2,000 Vietnam, Malaysia and Brunei all introducing his line-up. “Together we will Transparency International-and one the Philippines had apologized for after meeting Foreign Minister David new applications to work are submit- have competing claims to parts of act to bring about national reconciliation, Chinese deputy minister. The previous cabi- the shooting. But President Ma Ying- Lin late Tuesday, had also been asked ted monthly. In Manila, President the strategic and resource-rich mar- secure Malaysia’s economic future and net had four ethnic Chinese ministers and jeou insisted Manila offer a formal to return to Manila to “help properly Benigno Aquino’s spokesman Edwin itime region.—AFP build a stronger, more harmonious society.” several deputies. —AFP Four dead, 25 trapped as Okinawa women demand Indonesia mine collapses TIMIKA: Rescuers struggled yesterday to reach 25 trapped when the tunnel collapsed as workers took apology over sex remark workers trapped underground at a US-owned mine part in a training exercise, but yesterday revised in remote eastern Indonesia after a tunnel caved in, that figure up to 39. The group of employees and TOKYO: Women on Japan’s island chain of Okinawa yes- elsewhere were forcibly drafted into brothels catering to their host communities. Osaka mayor Hashimoto stepped with four others confirmed dead. They cleared debris contractors were in a classroom in an underground terday demanded an apology from an outspoken the Japanese military in territories occupied by Japan dur- into this fray in recent days with a suggestion that service- blocking the tunnel at Freeport-McMoRan’s Grasberg training facility, and not one of the mining areas, Japanese politician who suggested US troops there make ing WWII, according to many mainstream historians. men be allowed to patronize legal sex businesses there to gold and copper mine with saws and wheelbarrows, when the accident took place. use of its thriving sex industry. The comments from Osaka In the Philippines, Rechilda Extremadura, the executive give them an outlet for frustrations that might otherwise but cramped conditions prevented them from using “This is a very sad day for us,” said Freeport Mayor Toru Hashimoto earlier this week came as he also director of Lila Pilipina, an advocacy group whose 104 result in violence or crime. Okinawans reacted with revul- heavy earth-moving equipment. Ten people were Indonesia president Rozik B Soetjipto. “Our thoughts said “comfort women”-who most historians agree were members were comfort women described Hashimoto as sion, saying comments like this were symptomatic of hauled out alive during overnight rescue efforts. But and prayers go out to all the victims and their families pressed into sexual slavery for the Japanese imperial army callous. “No country has the right to violate women and mainlanders’ view of them. those still underground have been trapped for more and we will continue to do our best to evacuate the during World War II-served a “necessary” role in keeping make us victims so they can be fodder for war,” she said. Shoko Toguchi, a senior member of a women’s rights than 24 hours since the accident early Tuesday high remaining workers.” Neither Freeport nor police have soldiers in line. “Someone in his position should be more responsible with group, said Hashimoto “lacked the sense of human rights in the mountains of rugged Papua province. given any indication of what caused the accident. The Twenty-five women’s groups in Okinawa issued a his remarks.” On its surrender at the end of the war, the and was not able to feel the pain of Okinawa’s people”, Jiji The tunnel collapse is just the latest problem to firm has said it does not expect the accident to affect statement claiming to be a voice “from Okinawa, which whole of Japan was placed under US-led allied jurisdic- Press reported. Okinawa governor Hirokazu Nakaima told hit the mine, where a major strike in 2011 crippled production. still sits in the midst of unhealed scars from war and daily tion. But while control of the country was handed back to public broadcaster NHK on Wednesday that more than production. “Rescuers worked throughout the night It did not disclose the nationalities of all the violence imposed by the military. “We strongly protest a home-grown civilian government in 1952, Okinawa four decades after rule reverted to Tokyo, the islands still and managed to evacuate 10 survivors and four fatal- workers involved in the accident, but the vast majori- against the Hashimoto comment and demand an apolo- remained effectively US territory until 1972. had more than their fair share of US troops. “I take the side ities by this morning,” said Freeport Indonesia, the ty of the more than 24,000 employees at Grasberg gy and retraction of the remark,” the statement said. In the years since the war it has morphed into a curious of respecting the Japan-US security treaty, but I still believe local subsidiary of the US firm, in a statement. Police are Indonesian. The 2011 strike by thousands of “Regardless of whether it is war-time or not, a view to use mix of subtropical vacation paradise and the strategic US the entire nation should share the burden,” he said. said all 14 were Indonesians. “A total of 25 workers are workers lasted three months and badly hit produc- women as a tool (to let out sexual frustration) is intolera- “keystone of the Pacific” which today is home to around The anniversary also came just a week after Chinese believed to be still trapped in the debris and rescue tion. It was only ended when the firm agreed to a ble,” said Masako Ishimine, a senior member of a local half of the 47,000 US troops in Japan as part of a security state media published calls for a re-think of the sovereign- and recovery work is continuing,” said Freeport. major pay rise. The industrial action sparked a wave women’s body, quoted by the Okinawa Times. treaty. The weight of hosting those servicemen is keenly ty of the archipelago, with hints that Beijing was the right- But the company added that rescue efforts by a of deadly clashes between police and gunmen “Does he mean women should simply take it because felt by the island chain’s 1.3 million people, who complain ful ruler. Beijing is aggressively pushing its case for owner- Freeport team “have been hampered by the con- around the mine, with at least 11 people, all men work hard?” The outrage came on the day Okinawa of the noise and risk of accidents posed by massed US mil- ship of disputed islands that are administratively part of fined and restricted space within the tunnel”. Those Indonesians, killed. Earlier this month, some 1,100 marked the 41st anniversary of its reversion to Japan at itary hardware. Okinawa. The presence earlier this week of a foreign sub- rescued were taken to a company hospital and workers employed by Freeport contractors staged a the end of post-WWII US occupation and after comments Crimes associated with the testosterone-charged pres- marine-which media speculated was Chinese-off an were all in a stable condition, said Freeport. The three-day strike over pay but it caused only minimal on history that provoked ire in South Korea and China. Up ence of thousands of young troops-including rapes and Okinawan island further fanned fears over Beijing’s intent company previously said 37 people had been disruption to production. —AFP to 200,000 women from Korea, China, the Philippines and assaults-frequently test relations between US bases and in the area. —AFP NEWS THURSDAY, MAY 16, 2013

Oleksiy Pinko, a circus artiste, prepares to put his head into a lion’s mouth during the presentation of a new program in Ukraineís National Circus in Kiev yesterday. — AP

Ruling may hit economy

Continued from Page 1 issuance of company licences and plans for a fund to aid small and medium-sized firms. If the court rules in favour of HH th Amir “The authorities now seem more deter- Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah’s decree, mined to put a shoulder to the wheel to get which changed the number of votes per citi- the economy going, including on the proj- zen to one from four, the current parliament ects,” said Daniel Kaye, head of macroeco- will be able to continue; this would make nomic research at National Bank of Kuwait. progress on investment more likely. Under the new parliament, partly The court is widely seen as independent because of a more stable political environ- in Kuwait, which has the most democratic ment, two major projects have inched political system in the Gulf Arab region. towards implementation. The government Analysts and diplomats think the ruling signed a contract with South Korea’s could go either way. “All Kuwaitis, we pride Hyundai Engineering and Construction Co ourselves - even the opposition, even the last November to design and build a $2.6 government detractors - that our judiciary billion causeway connecting the north and system is one of the best and the most inde- south of the country. In January, it signed a pendent in the Arab world,” said Abdullah deal with a consortium led by France’s GDF- Al-Shayji, chairman of the political science Suez, and including Sumitomo Corp of department at Kuwait University. In the past, Japan, to build the Az Zour gas-fired power constitutional court judges have issued and seawater treatment plant. some rulings in line with the government’s From the Cabinet’s point of view, the cur- wishes, but they have also passed verdicts rent parliament is by no means perfect; with the opposite effect. there are signs of some of the old tensions. Last June, for example, the court effec- This week MPs submitted requests to inter- tively dissolved a parliament dominated by rogate the oil minister and interior minister the opposition, citing a technicality. But in over their performance, which could lead to September, it rejected a government a vote of no confidence in them. Members request to change electoral boundaries, say- of the Cabinet then offered to resign and the ing it did not have the authority to rule on government kept away from two parliament the matter; it was this ruling that ultimately sessions, causing them to be cancelled. prompted the Amir to issue his emergency The possibility that the court ruling decree. In their upcoming ruling, the judges could lead to a fresh election means that will assess whether the decree can be some MPs may want to be seen as holding described as a “decree of necessity” and if it the government to account, Kuwait was issued in the correct way. The constitu- University’s Shayji said. “There are now tion lets the emir pass urgent decrees when some problems between the parliament parliament is not in session or dissolved. and the government, because of dissatisfac- The Amir said at the time that the voting tion with some of the ministers and a lack of rule changes aimed to ensure security and cooperation on the part of some ministers,” stability in Kuwait, following months of said Saleh Ashour, a long-serving MP. political stalemate between the cabinet and “Everyone is waiting for the constitutional parliament. Opposition politicians, who boy- court ruling.” cotted the December election in protest at Nor is the current parliament’s economic the decree, said changes to the voting sys- policy-making completely in line with the tem should be agreed by parliament. cabinet’s wishes. In April the Assembly Protesters alleged the new rules aimed to passed a consumer debt relief law allowing weaken the opposition, which was able to the state to spend up to KD 744 million to form effective parliamentary alliances under buy loans taken out from banks before the old four-vote system in a country where March 2008, write off the interest and political parties are banned. reschedule repayments. Economists The opposition boycott of the election described the law as a populist measure meant that liberals, Shiites, neutral MPs and forced on the government by MPs. While complete newcomers to parliamentary poli- the state can afford the measure, with its 14 tics were elected to the assembly, initially straight years of budget surpluses, bankers working well with the Cabinet. They have argued that the plan encouraged bad passed some laws seen as helping the econ- behaviour by consumers and could cost omy, such as a law aimed at simplifying the local banks money. — Reuters

SPEAKER SAYS ALL’S FINE AFTER... Continued from Page 1 meanwhile strongly warned the government against a “fabricated” referral in a bid to protect boycotting the sessions and said it was an those involved in the deal that cost Kuwait the attempt to escape questioning over the Dow huge penalty. Another former MP Mohammad payment. Al-Dallal also warned against exploiting the All the Cabinet ministers placed their resig- reported resignation of the oil minister to nations under the authority of the prime min- make suspicious moves to control the vital oil ister on Tuesday, but Rashed said that the issue industry. is now in the hands of the Amir and the prime In another development, the public prose- minister. Under Kuwaiti law, the resignation cution has summoned 17 opposition activists becomes official after it is submitted to the for questioning over repeating the speech Amir. But reports were rife yesterday that Oil made by former opposition MP Musallam Al- Minister Hani Hussein has in fact submitted his Barrak in October for which the criminal court resignation and most likely the resignation sentenced him to five years in jail. In protest was accepted or about to be accepted. The against the ruling, more than 60 activists and reports were floated after it was reported that former MPs read highlights of Barrak speech as the Cabinet has decided to refer the issue of a sign of support and solidarity with the oppo- the scrapped Dow Chemical joint venture to sition leader. The public prosecution yesterday the public prosecution. summoned 17 activists and was expected to Former opposition MP Ahmad Al-Saadoun summon the rest in the coming days. THURSDAY, MAY 16, 2013 ANALYSIS14

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By Alistair Barr

s Amazon.com Inc seeks to transform itself into a leading provider of technology to the world’s largest Acorporations, it’s discovering that it needs help. The online retailer, which since 2006 has moved aggressively into the business of renting remote computing, storage and other IT services, is roping in thousands of consulting and technology partners, from Cap Gemini SA to BMC Software Inc , in a major push to woo big-spending corpo- rate customers to its cloud computing division. Amazon Web Services (AWS), as the business is known, has been a hit with startups which need robust and inexpensive Web Obama under fire over civil liberties services that they can purchase as the need arises. But big corporations and government agencies, often By Joan Biskupic and David Ingram Obama administration. which the White House and its congressional allies disposed referred to as enterprise customers, represent a far larger Obama has disappointed some because of his background, of opposing views.” opportunity: they spend more than $300 billion a year on e may have been the first African-American president of and because he followed the Bush presidency that had Obama’s administration has sometimes come under fire for data centers, Bernstein Research estimates. That market the Harvard Law Review and taught constitutional law responded to the attacks of Sept 11, 2001, with what liberal its efforts to control the message, leading to allegations of opportunity has helped Amazon’s stock price more than Hat the University of Chicago. He may have written a critics saw as a trampling of civil liberties. “There were reasons manipulation. In the case of the IRS and Tea Party groups, triple in the past five years as investors bet that the retail- book extolling constitutional values in a democracy. And he to think he would be different,” said New York University law Iowa Republican Senator Charles Grassley wrote to Steven er’s cloud computing services will become an integral part may have run for president on a civil liberties banner, pledg- professor Barry Friedman, who teaches constitutional law and Miller, acting IRS commissioner, on Tuesday asking for all of the way companies do business over the Internet. ing to reverse the legacy of George W Bush. But as US presi- has written about public attitudes on the law. “He seemed to records relating to the decision to reveal its mistakes at a Enterprises, however, are far more demanding than dent for the last 4-1/2 years, Barack Obama has faced accusa- be inculcated with constitutional values, because of his back- meeting on Friday of an American Bar Association committee start-ups, requiring better service guarantees, closer track- tion after accusation of impinging on civil liberties, disap- ground and because of what he said during the campaign.” instead of to Congress. ing of expenses, special features for regulatory compliance pointing his liberal Democratic base and providing fodder for Friedman and other law professors acknowledge the Some analysts say that because of his background Obama and much more. Thus a network of middlemen who devel- rival Republicans as he deals with the realities of office. Constitution is a text open to myriad interpretations and that, has been held to higher expectations. “He was elected by a op solutions that work on AWS servers has become central News in the past week of the federal seizure of phone in situations such as the use of drones, a constant balancing of constituency that would expect him to be more sensitive to to Amazon’s strategy as it takes on established enterprise records from the Associated Press news agency and the national security and individual liberties occurs. Obama is also civil liberties,” said author Larry Sabato, director of the technology giants such as Oracle Corp and International Internal Revenue Service’s targeting of conservative Tea Party contending with a polarized political scene and clashes with University of Virginia Center for Politics. Others say he is sim- Business Machines Corp and competes with newer cloud groups, has intensified criticism already simmering over the Republicans. ply being judged by the standard all presidents should meet. rivals Microsoft Corp and Google Inc. Guantanamo Bay prison camp and aerial drone strikes abroad. Harvard University law professor Laurence Tribe, a profes- “I am certainly distressed by the latest revelations,” Steven “Businesses want a full dish to eat, while Amazon serves Asked at a news conference on Tuesday why the administra- sor, mentor and longtime supporter of Obama, said his Shapiro, legal director of the American Civil Liberties Union, up ingredients and asks users to get cooking,” said Matt tion had not done more for civil liberties, Attorney General famous former student was facing the realities of being presi- said on Tuesday. “I also think, honestly, that the fact that he McIlwain, a partner at Madrona Venture Group. “Enterprises Eric Holder said: “I’m proud of what we have done” and dent. Tribe wrote in an email to Reuters that on campus, was a constitutional law professor is much less significant than are willing to pay to get the completed dish. Amazon rec- emphasized the administration’s shift from Bush era harsh “Barack Obama could live in a world unclouded by bureau- that he is now president. Every president has a duty to under- ognizes this. That’s why they have created a network of interrogation practices of terrorism suspects that had drawn cratic and political obstacles. As President, however, Barack stand, appreciate and protect our civil liberties.” Asked about partners.” Madrona, headed by long-time Amazon board international criticism. Obama needs to impose his basic beliefs and priorities on the Obama’s record on civil liberties compared to other presi- member Tom Alberg, has invested in a number of start-ups When he took office in 2009, Obama promised to close the vast bureaucracy. ... His failings, in my view, have much more dents, Shapiro said the ACLU did not do comparative rankings that help enterprises to use AWS and other cloud services, Guantanamo camp for foreign terrorism suspects, but it to do with whatever he has permitted to take place under the of administrations and that, in any event, it would be too early including 2nd Watch, Apptio and Skytap. remains open with 166 detainees, many on hunger strikes in supposed oversight of (individual Cabinet secretaries) than to assess Obama. Critics and other observers agreed. “We’re AWS has more than 4,000 members in its partner net- protest at indefinite detentions. Obama said last month he they have to do with his own constitutional understanding living it right now,” said Ilya Shapiro, a senior fellow of consti- work, up from fewer than 1,000 in the first quarter of 2012, would revisit that pledge and blamed Congress for blocking and commitments.” When Obama won his place as the first tutional studies at the libertarian Cato Institute. Even as he according to Terry Wise, its head of global business devel- his plan to close the camp, partly through restrictions on African American in the White House, many Americans asserts the administration may have “overreached” its consti- opment. “If AWS didn’t have this partner ecosystem, they transfers of detainees. The administration has defended its applauded another advance in the country’s long civil rights tutional authority, he said it was hard to predict how Obama’s would be struggling with enterprises,” said Kyle Hilgendorf, aerial drone strikes abroad, which have included targeting a movement. But while Obama has long presented himself as a tenure will rank with past administrations. “You never really who set up Eli Lilly & Co’s cloud computing strategy before US-born terrorism suspect, as essential to the fight against Al- progressive Democrat, he has not been known as a fiery civil know what’s going on behind the scenes until they leave joining technology research firm Gartner as research direc- Qaeda and other militants in places such as Pakistan and libertarian. His wont has been to assert the need for dialogue office,” Sabato said, adding that Presidents John F Kennedy tor. “I get calls all the time from enterprises that want to use Yemen. On Tuesday, Holder defended the seizure of journal- and consensus-building. In his 2006 book, “The Audacity of and Lyndon B Johnson abused the IRS, for example, by order- AWS. They say ‘we wish that they did X, Y or Z.’ They often ists’ records, saying it was part of an investigation into a leak Hope,” he wrote: “The scope of presidential power during ing audits of political enemies. Sabato, who referred to other go to an AWS partner to fix these problems.” that he called “very, very serious”. A law enforcement official wartime. The ethics surrounding end-of-life decisions. These scandals including Watergate during Richard Nixon’s adminis- A study by Hilgendorf and his Gartner colleagues this said the probe is related to information in a May 2012 AP story weren’t easy issues; as much as I disagreed with Republican tration and the Iran-contra controversy during Ronald year concluded that AWS meets 71 percent of what enter- on a foiled Yemen-based Al-Qaeda plot. The phone records policies, I believed they were worthy of serious debate. No, Reagan’s years, said: “Compared to prior presidents, we’re still prises need to fully embrace public cloud computing. seizure was the latest in a series of crackdowns on leaks by the what troubled me was the process - or lack of process - by in the minor-abuse league.” — Reuters “Partners understand enterprise customers better and can often paper over the cracks,” said Mat Ellis, chief executive of Cloudability, which helps big companies such as Adobe Systems track cloud spending. One area where AWS falls short is so-called service-level From girl with tattoo to woman with cause agreements, or SLAs, which guarantee IT services will keep running. If service is interrupted, the provider has to com- By Sandy Cohen and David Germain tions arose after Brad Pitt left Jennifer debut with 2011’s “In the Land of Blood and less than 5 percent, Jolie wrote. “I wanted to pensate customers - and if it happens too often, they could Aniston for Jolie, his co-star in the 2005 Honey”, a war drama about two lovers - a write this to tell other women that the deci- become former customers. Consultants that work with n her bad girl days, Angelina Jolie’s body assassin adventure “Mr and Mrs Smith.” Bosnian Muslim woman and a Bosnian- sion to have a mastectomy was not easy. AWS say its SLAs are not always adequate for the needs of was a billboard for tattoos that said such But since then, while paparazzi stalk Serbian man - caught up in the horrors of But it is one I am very happy that I made,” large enterprises. The one for AWS’s popular “EC2” comput- Ithings as “Billy Bob”. Now she’s sharing them and entertainment reporters scram- work and rape camps. Jolie wrote. “I can tell my children that they ing service, for example, guarantees downtime will not intimate details of her anatomy to help ble to chase the latest rumor that Jolie and “There is no difference between the star don’t need to fear they will lose me to exceed about 22 minutes a month, according to calcula- women at risk, going public with her pre- Pitt are finally going to wed, they have Angelina Jolie and the woman Angelina breast cancer.” One of the most remarkable tions by Gartner and Cap Gemini. ventive double mastectomy to greatly emerged as the ultimate Hollywood power Jolie. The choices she made even as a direc- aspects of the story is how two of the most Yet some enterprises require downtime to average no reduce her high odds of breast cancer. It’s couple. They switch off on film projects so tor are still strong,” said Thierry Fremaux, recognizable people in the world were able more than 5 minutes a month, said Joe Coyle, Cap Gemini’s the latest peak in Jolie’s turn-around from one is free to mind their six children, they director of the Cannes Film Festival, where to make repeated incognito trips to Pink chief technology officer in North America. To fix this, Cap hedonist to humanitarian, party girl to travel the world talking up good deeds. Jolie has been a frequent guest with films Lotus, where Jolie writes that Pitt was there Gemini weaves together AWS servers in different regions inspirational poster girl. The way she went “If she wasn’t one of the top actresses in such as “Changeling” and “A Mighty Heart”. for every minute of her surgeries. Jolie and around the world to make sure that if one data center area public with her medical story on her own Hollywood, she’d be one of the top publi- As for Jolie’s op-ed piece about her mastec- Pitt are hounded by the press, so how they goes down, the rest of the network keeps running. “We terms, in her own time - with a New York cists,” said Howard Bragman, vice chairman tomy, “we all know that she didn’t do that kept this a secret is anyone’s guess. turn around and write a new contract with the client,” Coyle Times op-ed piece Tuesday that caught the of Reputation.com. “It’s hard to think of a for herself but as giving an example to all “It’s almost unspeakably amazing. In this said. “The client would not even know they are on AWS if media fishbowl of Hollywood completely couple that has a better image in this town, the women on this planet Earth who are world there is no privacy. David Petraeus they didn’t ask.” Cap Gemini has nine enterprises using by surprise - reveals a woman who once both for their careers, family, humanitarian suffering from the same disease,” Fremaux couldn’t keep a secret,” said Hollywood pub- AWS in this way, including intercity bus carrier Greyhound seemed out of control to be one of work. ... They’re very good at it, and one of said. “We knew she was a great star, but licist Michael Levine, who once represented Lines. Other companies, such as start-up 2nd Watch, are Hollywood’s most forceful and compassion- the reasons is they have a very intimate cir- she’s a great person, as well.” Jolie’s father, Jon Voight. “It’s hard to imag- also developing their own approaches that guarantee less ate stars, using her fame with surgical preci- cle that they trust, and they don’t go Jolie wrote about her mother’s death ine how they did it.” Announcing it in such a downtime than AWS itself. The AWS partners can also help sion to promote matters dear to her. beyond that. It’s unusual in Hollywood cir- from cancer at 56 and that she carries a personal and classy way can only enhance enterprises keep existing systems and have them work “I’m in awe of her. She remains one of cles, but they’re very strict about gene herself that, according to doc- Jolie’s stature in Hollywood. With family and with AWS, an increasingly popular strategy known as “AWS the most inspiring women that I’ve ever their personal life, about tors, left her with an 87 per- philanthropic work, Jolie has eased back on plus one”. Andy Jassy, head of AWS, said recently that encountered,” said former Paramount what gets out there. cent chance of breast cancer film projects, with future prospects includ- enterprises can now use AWS and their own data centers at Pictures boss Sherry Lansing, who heads When something gets and 50 percent chance of ing a possible sequel to her action hit “Salt,” the same time. Software firms including BMC and CA Inc the Sherry Lansing Foundation for cancer out there, it’s usually ovarian cancer. She in which she played a sexy CIA agent on the can help companies manage this through “a single pane of research. “By letting people know about her planned to get out there. describes in detail the run. Will the mastectomy have any effect on glass,” he said.— Reuters personal issue, she is touching countless It doesn’t leak. They don’t procedures she under- Jolie’s sex-symbol image? “I feel like she is women who have the same genetic muta- even have publicists.” went from early the kind of person who will do whatever it tions, and she is showing them that they A special envoy on February to late April to takes to still look fantastic. I think she has a have choices and they can be empowered refugee issues for the remove tissue and discipline that is unmatched,” said Dave All articles appearing on these and can take care of their own health. And United Nations, Jolie, 37, reconstruct her breasts Karger, chief correspondent for movie-tick- pages are the personal opinion of by doing so, I believe she is going to save has become as much with implants. She was et seller Fandango.com. “She will make sure countless lives.” about causes as career. treated at the Pink Lotus that she looks just as great as she has in the the writers. Kuwait Times takes no Jolie’s come a long way from her wild- She still makes big stu- Breast Center in Beverly past. “I don’t think that’s going to make responsibility for views expressed child days of 10 or 12 years ago. She was dio entertainment such Hills. Dr Kristi Funk, much of a difference, and I think a lot of therein. Kuwait Times invites read- branded a home-wrecker when she took up as next year’s who founded the center people are going to have more respect. This ers to voice their opinions. Please with Billy Bob Thornton, who broke up with “Maleficent”, a twist on in 2007, read a short humanizes her in a way. Laura Dern and married Jolie. Thornton and “Sleeping Beauty” in statement to reporters She’s not that perfect specimen sticking send submissions via email to: opin- Jolie were a tabloid writer’s dream team, an which she stars as the Tuesday, saying “we her leg out at the Oscars anymore. She’s a [email protected] or via snail odd couple who wore lockets with a drop of wicked sorceress who hope that the aware- real human being with real health issues mail to PO Box 1301 Safat, Kuwait. each other’s blood. Back in 2000, Jolie puts a curse on the ness she is raising like any other human being.” A real human proudly showed off the newest of her 10 fairy-tale princess. Yet around the world will being, and no less of a woman, to hear Jolie The editor reserves the right to edit tattoos, the name “Billy Bob” etched across Jolie puts her humani- save countless lives”. tell it. “I feel empowered that I made a any submission as necessary. her left shoulder. The marriage ended three tarian interests on screen, The procedures reduced strong choice that in no way diminishes my years later, and new home-wrecker accusa- too, making her directing her risk of breast cancer to femininity,” Jolie wrote. —AP THURSDAY, MAY 16, 2013 SPORTS

Coach Schaaf leaves Bremen Clarke in fitness race Britain’s head coach quits

BERLIN: The Bundesliga’s longest serving coach Thomas Schaaf parted company SYDNEY: Australia captain Michael Clarke says he’s confident his chronic LONDON: Peter Eriksson has resigned as head coach of British Athletics after seven with Werder Bremen yesterday after 14 years in charge, having only just managed back problem will cope with the rigors of back-to-back Ashes series start- months in the job and will return to Canada for personal reasons, UK Athletics offi- to steer the club away from relegation this season. ing in England on July 10. Clarke, who was diagnosed with a degenerative cials said yesterday. Eriksson was appointed on a five-year deal in October to Having joined Werder in 1972 as a youth player, Schaaf had spent more than 40 back condition at the age of 17, has been under an injury cloud since replace Dutchman Charles van Commenee but asked to be released from his con- years at Bremen as a defender, then youth team, reserve team and assistant trainer missing the fourth test of Australia’s tour of India in March. tract in order to return to Canada to be with his family. “Words cannot describe before taking over as head coach in 1999. In a statement, the club said the 52-year- The 32-year-old now faces a rigorous eight months of international how disappointed I am to take this step,” said Eriksson, who was in charge of the old has left “by mutual agreement” with immediate effect and while no replace- cricket, starting with the Champions Trophy one-day tournament next British Paralympic team at the 2012 London Games. month, followed immediately by the Ashes in England, and then a return ment has been named, Schaaf will not be on the bench for Saturday’s final league “There is no bigger job in athletics anywhere in the world. Ashes series in Australia starting Nov. 21. “I’m confident it will be no differ- match of the season against Nuremberg. “I have had an extraordinary time, associ- At present I have no plans but accept that if I am to take any ent to how it has been throughout my career,” Clarke said yesterday. “I’ve ated with many positive experiences and great success,” said Schaaf other job in sport it will be a step down. in his final Bremen press conference, with his assistants managed to play 90-odd Test matches and only missed one through my career so that’s a big part of why preparation is so important for me. “I “Athletics in Great Britain receives the best possible Wolfgang Rolff and Matthias Hoenerbach to take charge on support through the National Lottery and that, coupled Saturday. “I want to thank all those who have accompanied me need to make sure I’m fit. I need to make sure I’m not carrying too much with the performance structure here, means it is every on this journey and to say thank you. “I wish Werder Bremen a weight. I need to make sure I’m putting in the work to be fit in eight coach’s dream to hold this position. “However no job is successful future.” Bremen only secured their status in months or 12 months’ time.” Australia team physiotherapist Alex Germany’s top-flight last Saturday with a 1-1 draw at home to Kountouris has been monitoring Clarke’s rehabilitation, which has includ- more important than family and children, and personal Eintracht Frankfurt. “We have looked at things in the last few ed an intensive two-week boot camp on Clarke’s farm in rural Berrima, circumstances mean that mine need me to be back in days and we’ve come to the conclusion that we want a fresh New South Wales state. “My preparation in regards to last year has been Canada,” added the 60-year-old, who was born in Sweden start,” said Bremen’s director of sport Thomas Eichin. very similar to this year,” Clarke said. “It’s just been monitored extra closely but moved to Canada in 1987. Eriksson will continue as “We want to thank Thomas for everything he has by the Australian support staff to make sure I’m getting the strength I head coach until the end of June, overseeing the brought to the club after more than 40 years as a play- need in the areas I need it and to allow me to play not only one series to European Team Championships in Gateshead, er and coach for Werder Bremen.”—AFP be well prepared to play the whole 12 months.”—AP northern England.—Reuters Rays beat Red Sox

ST. PETERSBURG: Matt Moore pitched six over seven innings. He held the franchise solid innings to remain unbeaten and tie for record for consecutive starts without a loss the major league lead in wins, sending the while winning his previous 10 decisions. It surging Tampa Bay Rays to a 5-3 victory over was his first loss since Aug. 3 last year, when the Boston Red Sox on Tuesday night. Moore Texas beat him 5-3 at Kansas City. (7-0) yielded a three-run homer to David Ortiz It was the first time in Guthrie’s 10-year in the first, then limited the struggling Red career that he allowed four homers in a game. Sox to one hit over the next five innings. Jason Vargas (2-3) gave up five hits in seven- The Rays overcame the early deficit with a plus innings and struck out seven. Both runs five-run fifth off John Lackey (1-4). Jose against the left-hander were knocked in by Molina and Matt Joyce each drove in two runs Billy Butler, who homered and had an RBI in the inning, helping Tampa Bay extend its double. winning streak to a season-high six games. TIGERS 6, ASTROS 2 Boston has lost six of seven, including In Detroit, Miguel Cabrera homered, Doug three straight. Moore allowed three hits and Fister pitched seven impressive innings and struck out eight. The 23-year-old lefty Andy Dirks gave the Tigers a lift for a second matched Washington’s Jordan Zimmerman straight night in Detroit’s victory over for the major league lead in victories, became Houston. Dirks hit a grand slam in Monday’s the first Tampa Bay starter to begin a season win over Houston, and a night later he 7-0 and tied a club record by winning his capped a three-run fifth with a tiebreaking eighth straight decision dating to September. double. The Tigers added two more runs in Fernando Rodney struck out the side in the the sixth, and Cabrera hit his eighth homer in ninth to finish the combined three-hitter and the seventh, a solo shot that gave Detroit a 6- earn his seventh save. 2 lead. Fister (5-1) allowed two runs and five YANKEES 4, MARINERS 3 hits. He struck out seven without a walk. In New York, Robinson Cano hit a two-run Lucas Harrell (3-4) gave up five runs and sev- double, Lyle Overbay delivered a tiebreaking en hits in five-plus innings. The Astros have sacrifice fly and New York rallied past Seattle lost six straight and 16 of 19. after Felix Hernandez left following a couple WHITE SOX 4, TWINS 2 ST. LOUIS: Marlon Byrd No. 6 of the New York Mets hits a two-run home run off of John Gast No. 64 of the St. Louis Cardinals in the sixth inning. —AFP of odd twists. In Minneapolis, Adam Dunn and Dayan Hernandez exited after six innings with a Viciedo hit consecutive homers to back 3-1 lead, having outpitching CC Sabathia in another strong start from Jake Peavy in Cardinals cruise past Mets the first matchup between the former Cy Chicago’s victory over Minnesota. Young Award winners. Hernandez, however, Peavy (5-1) gave up two runs and five hits ST. LOUIS: Carlos Beltran drove in four right-hander, who has had spotty run homered leading off the bottom of the scored on Ethier’s single to center. tweaked his back in the sixth when he fielded in seven innings and Tyler Flowers’ double in runs and rookie left-hander John Gast support this season, lowered his ERA at 12th inning to lift the Pirates to a victo- Nationals pitcher Dan Haren (4-4) a comebacker, pivoted and threw to second the eighth scored the go-ahead run for the picked up a win in his major league night to 1.80. His ERA in three daytime ry over the Brewers. McCutchen hit a 2- was looking to secure his fourth con- for a forceout. White Sox. Addison Reed earned his 12th debut, helping the St. Louis Cardinals starts is 7.16. 2 pitch from Mike Fiers (0-2) into the secutive win but a troublesome third The right-hander allowed one earned run save. Kevin Correia (4-3) allowed four runs cruise past the New York Mets 10-4 on DIAMONDBACKS 2, BRAVES 0 right-center field stands for his fifth inning turned out to be costly. in another strong outing at Yankee Stadium, and nine hits in seven innings. Tuesday night. Gast (1-0) tossed five In Phoenix, Patrick Corbin allowed home run of the season and the fourth INTERLEAGUE and leads the AL with a 1.53 ERA. Sabathia, shutout innings before giving up four three hits in seven innings and the game-ending shot of his career. PHILLIES 6, INDIANS 2 who had won his last eight starts against INTERLEAGUE runs in the sixth. He surrendered six Diamondbacks turned an infield dou- Pittsburgh’s Jose Tabata had three hits, In Philadelphia, Jonathan Pettibone Seattle, struck out 10 in 6 1-3 innings while BLUE JAYS 10, GIANTS 6 hits, struck out three and walked one in ble into two runs to beat the Braves. Russell Martin hit two doubles and Neil pitched neatly into the seventh, Kevin giving up 10 hits. Raul Ibanez hit a two-run In Toronto, RA Dickey snapped a four-start a 71-pitch effort to help the Cardinals Corbin (6-0) worked around five Walker had two hits. Vin Mazzaro (2-0) Frandsen and Domonic Brown hit solo homer for Seattle in his return to Yankee winless streak, Melky Cabrera had four hits win for the fifth time in six games and walks by inducing three double plays pitched two scoreless innings to help homers and the Phillies beat the Stadium. New York star Curtis Granderson against his former team and Toronto beat San 11th in their last 13. Beltran slammed a and struck out five to win his career- the Pirates beat the Brewers for the just Indians. John Mayberry Jr. had three came off the disabled list and went 0 for 3 Francisco. Edwin Encarnacion drove in two three-run homer in the fifth inning, his high sixth straight game. He is the first the second time in their last 12 meet- hits and three RBIs, including a go- with a walk in his season debut. runs and scored twice as the Blue Jays had a team-high 10th, to give St. Louis a 9-0 Diamondbacks pitcher to start 6-0 ings. Milwaukee had won five straight ahead two-run double for the Phillies, Down 3-1, the Yankees rallied for three season-high 18 hits and won three straight lead. He also added a run-scoring hit in since Brandon Webb won nine straight games at PNC Park. Ryan Braun had who won their third straight game to runs in the seventh to win for the seventh games for the second time this season. the third. Dillon Gee (2-5) gave up six in 2008. Corbin also helped keep three hits, including a pair of doubles, get within two wins of .500. time in eight games. Charlie Furbush (0-2) Dickey (3-5) struck out a season-high 10 in runs - five earned - in four innings for Braves slugger Justin Upton in check for the Brewers. Pettibone (3-0) allowed two runs gave up Cano’s tying double off the base of six innings, allowing two runs and six hits, to the Mets, who lost their fifth straight. after his impressive performance the DODGERS 2, NATIONALS 0 and four hits in 6 2-3 innings, the the wall in right-center. Shawn Kelley (2-0) win for the first time since April 18 against the ROCKIES 9, CUBS 4 night before and Heath Bell worked In Los Angeles, Clayton Kershaw longest of his five career starts. Three got two outs and Mariano Rivera remained White Sox. Brandon Belt hit a solo homer and In Chicago, Carlos Gonzalez home- around an error in the ninth for his fifth scattered five hits while striking out 11 relievers got the next four outs and perfect in 16 save chances this season. Pablo Sandoval added a three-run shot in the red twice and finished with a career- save in the combined four-hitter. Julio in 8 2-3 innings, and Andre Ethier deliv- Jonathan Papelbon finished in a non- RANGERS 6, ATHLETICS 5 ninth but it wasn’t enough for the NL West- high five hits to lead the struggling Teheran (2-1) matched Corbin most of ered a two-run single as the Dodgers save situation after Philadelphia tacked In Oakland, Adrian Beltre hit a tiebreaking leading Giants, who had won three straight Rockies to a victory over the Cubs. the way, but crossed signals with first beat the Nationals. on two runs in the eighth. home run in the 10th inning, Mitch Moreland and 10 of 13. Cabrera went 4 for 5 with two Gonzalez was 5 for 5 and fell a triple baseman Freddie Freeman on Gerardo Kershaw (4-2) picked up his first win The Phillies improved to 12-4 when followed with his second of the game and Joe RBIs. He reached on an error and hit an RBI shy of a cycle, and Eric Young Jr. also Parra’s infield double in third inning. since April 28 but had to escape a Pettibone, Kyle Kendrick or John Nathan made sure Texas held off Oakland. single in Toronto’s six-run first inning. Before homered for the Rockies, who had lost Didi Gregorius followed with a two-run bases-loaded jam in the first inning. He Lannan start. They’re 7-16 in games Nathan gave up a run in the bottom of the the game, Giants manager Bruce Bochy pre- five of their last six. Colorado increased single and made some stellar defensive did so by striking out Tyler Moore. started by the $64.5 million trio of Cole 10th but escaped a bases-loaded, one-out sented Cabrera with his 2012 World Series its lead to 5-0 in the third when plays behind Corbin to help Arizona The Dodgers scored their only runs Hamels, Roy Halladay and Cliff Lee. jam to snap Texas’ four-game losing streak to ring in a private ceremony in the weight Gonzalez hit his eighth of the season end a three-game losing streak. in the third inning after Kershaw Cleveland’s Scott Kazmir (2-2) gave up the Athletics. room. The MVP of last year’s All-Star game, deep into the right-field bleachers. His PIRATES 4, BREWERS 3 walked and Matt Kemp singled. Both four runs and six hits in five-plus Beltre sent a 3-0 pitch from Chris Resop (1- Cabrera was suspended 50 games Aug. 15 for home run in the ninth put the Rockies In Pittsburgh, Andrew McCutchen runners advanced on a wild pitch and innings.—AP 1) to center field with one out in the 10th for a positive testosterone test, and was later left up 8-3 and gave him nine multi-home his ninth homer of the year. Moreland con- off San Francisco’s postseason roster. He run games in his career. nected two batters later. He also hit a two-run signed a two-year, $16 million deal with Jeff Francis (2-3), winless since April MLB results/standings shot in the fourth. Toronto in November. Barry Zito (3-2) allowed 5, gave up one run and three hits while Nathan needed 31 pitches to nail down eight runs, five earned, and a season-high 12 striking out seven in six innings. He was NY Yankees 4, Seattle 3; Philadelphia 6, Cleveland 2; Pittsburgh 4, Milwaukee 3 (12 innings); San Diego 3, Baltimore 2; his 12th save in as many chances this season. hits in 5 2-3 innings. 0-3 with an 8.25 ERA over his previous Toronto 10, San Francisco 6; Detroit 6, Houston 2; Cincinnati 6, Miami 2; Tampa Bay 5, Boston 3; Colorado 9, Chicago Cubs After a pair of one-out walks, Seth Smith dou- PADRES 3, ORIOLES 2 six outings. Carlos Villanueva (1-3) 4; Chicago White Sox 4, Minnesota 2; St. Louis 10, NY Mets 4; Arizona 2, Atlanta 0; LA Angels 6, Kansas City 2; Texas 6, bled in a run. Nathan intentionally walked In Baltimore, Chris Denorfia and Everth allowed six runs and 12 hits in five Oakland 5 (10 innings); LA Dodgers 2, Washington 0. Brandon Moss before striking out Daric Cabrera hit two-out RBI singles off Jim innings for the Cubs. American League National League Barton. The closer then retired pinch-hitter Johnson in the ninth inning, and San Diego REDS 6, MARLINS 2 Eastern Division Eastern Division W L PCT GB Eric Sogard on a first-pitch groundout to end got a home run from Carlos Quentin in a vic- In Miami, Homer Bailey pitched a Atlanta 22 17 .564 - NY Yankees 25 14 .641 - it. Tanner Scheppers (3-0) pitched two score- tory over Baltimore. six-hitter to earn his first victory since Washington 21 18 .538 1 less innings for the win. Nelson Cruz’s second After the Orioles took a 2-1 lead in the Baltimore 23 16 .590 2 Philadelphia 19 21 .475 3.5 April 5, and the Reds extended their Boston 22 17 .564 3 sacrifice fly of the game tied it in the eighth eighth, Johnson (1-3) entered with a fran- NY Mets 14 22 .389 6.5 winning streak to four games by beat- Tampa Bay 20 18 .526 4.5 against Ryan Cook. A’s manager Bob Melvin chise-record streak of 35 straight converted ing the Marlins. Xavier Paul hit a three- Miami 11 28 .282 11 Toronto 16 24 .400 9.5 Central Division was ejected for the third time this season. saves. He immediately gave up two consecu- run double for the Reds, who took Central Division ANGELS 6, ROYALS 2 tive singles before getting Jedd Gyorko to hit advantage of consecutive bases- St. Louis 25 13 .658 - Detroit 22 15 .595 - Cincinnati 23 16 .590 2.5 In Anaheim, Albert Pujols, Howie Kendrick, into a 6-4-3 double play. But Denorfia fol- loaded walks by Ricky Nolasco. Cleveland 21 17 .553 1.5 Pittsburgh 22 17 .564 3.5 Josh Hamilton and Mike Trout all homered off lowed with a single up the middle and, after Brandon Phillips, who began the night Kansas City 19 17 .528 2.5 Milwaukee 16 21 .432 8.5 Jeremy Guthrie, and Los Angeles handed the Johnson hit Nick Hundley with a pitch, tied for the NL lead in RBIs, drove in Minnesota 18 18 .500 3.5 Chicago Cubs 16 23 .410 9.5 Kansas City right-hander his first loss in 19 Cabrera singled to center for a 3-2 lead. two runs. Chicago White Sox 16 21 .432 6 Western Division starts. Hamilton, the Angels’ right fielder, Luke Gregerson (2-2) got the last out in Bailey (2-3), who threw a career- Western Division made his fourth start at designated hitter the eighth and Huston Street earned his ninth high 125 pitches, tied his major league Texas 25 14 .641 - San Francisco 23 16 .590 - after being removed from Monday night’s save. The Padres were 0-18 when trailing after best with 10 strikeouts and walked Oakland 20 21 .488 6 Arizona 22 18 .550 1.5 series-opening loss in the seventh inning eight innings. Ryan Flaherty homered for the none in his fourth complete game. He Seattle 18 21 .462 7 Colorado 21 18 .538 2 because of lightheadedness. Orioles, who fell to 18-2 when leading after retired the final eight batters, and his LA Angels 15 24 .385 10 San Diego 17 21 .447 5.5 Guthrie (5-1) yielded five runs and 11 hits eight.—AP last pitch was a 97 mph fastball. The Houston 10 30 .250 15.5 LA Dodgers 16 22 .421 6.5 Cubs need Wrigley, not other way around CHICAGO: If the Cubs were half as good at base- big win for the already well-to-do Ricketts family.) After his family paid $845 million for the Cubs in ball as they are at artist’s renderings, the team The Cubs stunk last year - what’s new? - yet 2009, Ricketts vowed to change that. He brought in would have left Wrigley Field behind long before Forbes ranked them as the most profitable organi- Theo Epstein, the architect of Boston’s short-lived now. zation in baseball. They’re no better this year, but dynasty, to run the front office. Even measured But it’s the aging ballpark that’s propped up the that hardly matters. Ricketts knows what chewing- against a century-and-counting of futility, the best franchise for nearly a century now, not the other gum magnate William Wrigley figured out soon thing you can say about his tenure is that the way around. Owner Tom Ricketts knows that like he after he gained control of the team and the stadi- organization is making scant progress. So just in knows his own name, and this, too: Winning the um in 1921: Ballplayers may come and go, but the case things don’t work out on the baseball side, World Series is hard; making money off Wrigley ballpark wasn’t going anywhere. plowing money into Wrigley turns out to be a very Field is easy. Wrigley decided his money was better spent on good hedge bet. Keep that in mind over the coming months, as the destination than the journey, since even the And to be fair, there’s plenty to like in the plan. Ricketts negotiates final approval for a $500 million best teams were bound to lose 60 times a season. First, Ricketts is using his own money. Next, fans (at the moment) renovation project. The team’s And as long as the ballpark was full of beer, sun- get better views, wider concourses, more bath- charm offensive began Monday with the roll-out of shine and the opposite sex, the baseball came to rooms, a GIANT digital scoreboard (more on that in WrigleyField.com. matter less and less. In a town that always prided a moment), and for those who can afford them, “Yes, I support the restoration of Wrigley Field,” itself on making deals, that was the deal the Cubs more luxury boxes. Ballplayers get an indoor bat- the online petition on the right-hand side of the finally struck with their fans: You can’t beat fun at ting cage, flat-screen TVs in a sleek new locker ST. PETERSBURG: Infielder James Loney No. 21 of the Tampa Bay Rays dives into third page urges, “because it’s a win for the Chicago the old ballpark - so long as you don’t waste too room, and a real soaking tub in the trainer’s room. base on a steal attempt against the Boston Red Sox during the game at Tropicana economy, the Lakeview community, Cubs fans and much time worrying about what was happening And the generations of rats who’ve watched lousy Field. —AFP the team.” (Not mentioned: And a potentially really on the field. teams come and go get thrown out.—AP THURSDAY, MAY 16, 2013 SPORTS Honda to return to F1 in 2015 with McLaren

TOKYO: Honda will return to Formula team in the sport after Ferrari in terms of One in 2015 as McLaren engine partners, race wins and drivers’ titles, would revive replacing Mercedes, sources close to the one of the greatest Formula One part- company said yesterday. nerships. Honda’s Chief Executive Takanobu Ito Honda had little success with their is set to make an official announcement own team but powered McLaren to mul- as early as today, one of the sources tiple championships with the late added. Brazilian triple champion Ayrton Senna The Japanese automaker quit the and French four times champion Alain sport at the end of 2008, handing over Prost between 1988 and 1992. their team to then-principal Ross Brawn The partnership in 1988 was the most who went on to win both titles in 2009 dominant in Formula One history, with with Mercedes-powered Brawn GP. Senna and Prost winning 15 of the 16 One source said Honda hoped races. Formula One’s new engine regulations The sources said Honda also hoped for 2014 would help develop technology renewed participation in the sport will for its mass volume road cars, adding: help boost vehicle sales, especially in “That incubator aspect of the sport Japan, Asia and Europe where Formula makes Honda’s participation worth- One is popular. while.” The two sources declined to be Formula One is set to introduce a new named as they were not authorised to 1.6 litre V6 engine next year aided by speak about the matter. Honda made its high-power turbo technology with ener- Formula One debut at the 1964 German gy recovery systems. Grand Prix at the Nuerburgring. The The news about Honda’s return to company’s first grand prix win came just Formula One was reported earlier yester- a year later at the 1965 Mexican Grand day in Japanese media including public Prix in Mexico City and they then with- broadcaster NHK and Asahi newspaper. drew after the 1968 season. “There is nothing we can say at the They returned to the sport as an moment,” Honda spokesman Shigeki engine provider in 1983 and departed Endo said. again in 1992. In 2000, Honda made a McLaren are committed to using comeback with BAR, which then became engines made by Mercedes, their former the Honda team in 2006. The only suc- shareholders, next year but have not cess in that period was Jenson Button’s revealed their plans for beyond that 2006 win in Hungary. Button, world date. A team spokesman had no com- champion in 2009, is now a McLaren ment on the reports. The link-up with driver along with Mexican Sergio LOS ANGELES: Dustin Brown No. 23 of the Los Angeles Kings is pursued by Patrick Marleau No. 12 of the San Jose Sharks for the puck in the sec- McLaren, the second most successful Perez.—Reuters ond period of Game One of the Western Conference Semifinals during the 2013 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs. —AFP Kings and Penguins win conference semi openers

LOS ANGELES: Los Angeles goaltender saves,” said Richards, the Kings’ leading post- have good chance to win a game we’re going Jonathan Quick put in a stellar performance season scorer. “You could just tell he was see- to have to shoot down their special teams. It’s to help the Kings to a 2-0 win over the San ing the puck well.” huge for them. If we’re able to kill those off, Jose Sharks on Tuesday in the opening game The Sharks and Kings are meeting in the it’s a different game.” of their NHL Western Conference semifinals. In postseason for the second time in three years, The Senators had the NHL’s best penalty kill the day’s other playoff game, the Pittsburgh accentuating their already strong California during the regular season and turned aside 16 Penguins beat the Ottawa Senators 4-1 in the rivalry. of 19 penalties against Montreal in the first opener of their Eastern series. San Jose eliminated Los Angeles in 2011 on round. Yet they couldn’t stop the Penguins L.A goalie Quick made 35 saves in his sixth the way to the conference finals, but the from going 2 for 4 on the power play to career playoff shutout, negating the Sharks’ Sharks’ years of steady excellence were sur- improve to 9 of 24 with the man advantage in superior speed and passing. “We wanted to passed by the up-and-down Kings when they the playoffs, the best of the eight teams get off on a good foot, no matter how we had raised California’s second Stanley Cup. remaining. to do it,” Quick said after his 25th career play- Pittsburgh’s Paul Martin and Chris Kunitz Game 2 is tomorrow and the Penguins off victory, one shy of Kelly Hrudey’s franchise scored power-play goals and Pascal Dupuis appear to be hitting their stride after needing record. “We got better during this game, but added his sixth goal of the playoffs to get the six games to get by the New York Islanders in we’ve got some work to do.” Penguins off to a winning start. the opening round. Slava Voynov and Mike Richards each had a Evgeni Malkin extended his points streak “I love the way our team came out and goal and an assist in the Stanley Cup winners’ to seven games with a goal and an assist for played that game,” Pittsburgh coach Dan 11th straight victory at Staples Center since the Penguins while Tomas Vokoun stopped 35 Bylsma said. “We’re not just counting on one March, but the Kings’ win rested squarely on shots to win his third straight game since guy to carry a load ... we were able to do a lot Quick, who delivered yet another dominant replacing struggling starter Marc-Andre of good things.” The 36-year-old Vokoun made playoff performance. Fleury. his 713th NHL start on Tuesday, but his first Quick yielded just 10 goals in the six-game Colin Greening scored for the Senators. with the stakes this big. Despite admitting to first round against St. Louis before frustrating Craig Anderson made 26 saves but Ottawa some butterflies when told he would get the Antti Pihlstrom the Sharks. “We didn’t have our best first peri- had no answer for Pittsburgh’s power play. starting assignment for Game 1, Vokoun over- od, and it could have got out of reach quickly “Their power play is good,” Anderson said. came some shaky moments early to settle Finns edge Latvia as if Quickie wasn’t back there making some big “We knew that going in and if we want to down.—AP

US lose to Slovakia Preview STOCKHOLM: Antti Pihlstrom’s overtime victory as they secured victory in the winner completed Finland’s comeback Stockholm group. from a goal down against Latvia, allow- Their reward is a quarter-final meet- Cold War rivals clash opens worlds quarters ing them to snatch a 3-2 victory in their ing with the Czech Republic, who ham- STOCKHOLM: The battle between old Cold at the 1980 Olympics when beating the Finland beat the Slovaks 2-0 in their earlier group at the world ice hockey champi- mered Norway 7-0 to secure fourth spot onships in Helsinki on Tuesday. in the same group. War enemies Russia and the United States Soviet Red Machine in winning gold. preliminary round meeting. The victory lifted the Finns above In the late game in the Swedish capi- is scheduled to open the knockout stage of But they are wary of a recent addition to Meanwhile, Switzerland, managed by Russia in the Helsinki group and set tal the Sedin brothers, Daniel and Henrik, the world ice hockey championships today. the Russian line-up following his team’s Canadian Sean Simpson, who finished the them up for a quarter-final meeting at both scored as Sweden saw off Denmark Despite an entertaining preliminary elimination from the NHL play-offs. preliminary round with a perfect seven home to Slovakia today. 4-2 and booked a quarter-final meeting phase featuring several surprises, the quar- “We know that Washington marksman wins, will take on the Czech Republic. Beaten finalists in 2012, Slovakia left it at home to Canada on Thursday. ter-final line-up has a familiar feel to it. (Alexander) Ovechkin will come to The Czechs, who won their latest world late to progress from their group, book- The Sedins were playing their first Reigning champions Russia, who suf- strengthen Russia for the match with us,” championship title in 2010, also clinched a ing their quarter-final spot by beating game of the tournament, having arrived fered back-to-back defeats to France and said US captain Paul Stastny. “He’s one of knockout place in their last preliminary the United States 4-1 in their final pool over the weekend from NHL duty with Finland in the preliminary round, are des- the most dangerous forwards in the world round match by thrashing Norway 7-0. match in Helsinki. the Vancouver Canucks. Sweden finished perate to rediscover the almost error-free and his arrival gives us a headache. In the preliminaries the Swiss beat their That result means the United States, in third place in their group, behind hockey they produced last year in Helsinki, “But one way or another we need to quarter-final opponents 5-2. The other co- who finished third in the Helsinki group, Switzerland and Canada and ahead of and quickly. play and we’ll do our best to win.” Russia hosts, eight-time champions Sweden, will will face a tough quarter-final test the Czech Republic. “We understand our problems and we’re have already beaten the US 5-3 in a prelim- look to banish the disappointments of against defending champions Russia, Christian Ehrhoff scored twice for doing everything we can to overcome all of inary match. The event’s co-hosts Finland, recent years and become the first team to who suffered two surprising defeats en Germany, including an overtime winner, them,” Russia’s skipper Ilya Nikulin told who won their last title in Bratislava two win the gold medal on home ice since the route to second place in the Helsinki as they beat France 3-2, but Slovakia’s Sport Express daily. “In the match with the years ago, tackle last year’s runners-up Soviet Union did so in 1986. group. win meant the Germans finished the Americans we just need to give everything Slovakia, who won their only world title in The Swedes have not won the world In Stockholm, Martin Bieber had one group in fifth place, missing out on the we have for the win. And we’re ready to do 2002 in Gothenberg, beating Russia 4-3 in title since 2006 and face 2010 Olympics goal and one assist as Switzerland beat quarter-finals by one point. Co-host it.” the final. champions Canada, whose last worlds suc- Belarus 4-1 to round off their best per- cities Stockholm and Helsinki will stage The United States, who won their last Just like last year, Slovakia only clinched cess came a year after Sweden’s. Canada formance in the group stages at the two quarter-finals each on Thursday, world championships. before the focus switches to the Swedish world title back in 1960, are hoping to a quarter-final berth in their last prelimi- beat the Swedes 3-0 in their preliminary The Swiss fired 40 shots at the Belarus capital for the semi-finals and final on repeat the “Miracle On Ice” they performed nary-round game, beating the US 4-1. round clash.—AFP goal en route to their seventh straight Saturday and Sunday. —Reuters Nissan brings the reality of GT Academy Middle East to the region’s TV screens

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PONTE VEDRA BEACH:Tiger Woods yards short of the green. Woods then National. He eventually was docked jacket at his place in The Bahamas pulled out his 5-wood. Garcia fin- what just about every other tour has faced more scrutiny that any oth- hit a remarkable shot short of the two shots, but spared disqualification and he apparently wears it every ished his swing and looked over at player would have done - look over er golfer from his generation. Maybe green, pitched on and missed a 6- by the Masters because officials said morning. Good for him. the crowd, clearly frustrated. Woods to the other player to determine who ever. Just not this variety. foot putt to take double bogey. they erred in not talking to Woods Back to Sawgrass, where there was and Garcia don’t like each other and was away. This would require eye Woods must long for the days The Internet has been alive with about the drop before he signed his that Saturday incident with Garcia haven’t for the better part of 13 contact, and there wasn’t much of when the golf world obsessed over video showing the ball’s flight on the scorecard. The rules back up that which was one case where Woods years. That much can be established. that in the third round. his swing changes (all four of them) 14th, along with analysis dissecting decision, though this one (Rule 33-7) shared some responsibility. Garcia suggested in a TV interview Garcia’s mistake was not doing and questioned his coaches (all three what was and was not said by a TV during the storm delay that Woods what just about every other tour of them). He was criticized for not analyst, and seemingly endless theo- pulled the club at just the right time player would have done - say some- playing enough tournaments and ries how the ball could possibly have to fire up the crowd and disrupt his thing to Woods, instead of calling not giving the tournaments he did crossed land where Woods took his swing. Woods said in a TV interview him out on TV. The ball was back in play enough notice that he was com- drop. that evening, “The marshals, they Woods’ court at this point. Instead of ing. Some complained he practiced The chatter won’t stop, even told me he already hit, so I pulled a telling Garcia he didn’t see him (if he so early in the morning that paying though there is nowhere to go with club and was getting ready to play didn’t) or apologizing (if he did) he customers didn’t get a chance to see it. Consider this statement put out by my shot.” threw out the line about the mar- him. Others complained he didn’t Mark Russell, the tour’s vice president Sports Illustrated talked to the shals and couldn’t resist taking a sign enough autographs. Most of it of competition: “Without definitive chief marshal for that section of the shot. was petty. But this is different. Now evidence, the point where Woods’ course, John North, who said he “Not real surprising that he’s com- it’s his integrity on the golf course ball last crossed the lateral water haz- stood over the ball to keep the plaining about something,” Woods that’s being questioned. ard is determined through best judg- gallery away from it and was 5 feet said of Garcia. Both of them should Woods won The Players ment by Woods and his fellow com- away when Woods played his shot. have been put in time-out. Championship on Sunday for his petitor,” the statement said. “Nothing was said to us and we “It’s very unusual for an individual fourth victory this year. Making it Woods conferred with Wittenberg, certainly said nothing to him,” North spat to get out,” Padraig Harrington even more memorable, Woods ended his playing partner. “I saw it perfectly said. “I was disappointed to hear him said. “There’s no winners when that his public spat with Sergio Garcia by off the tee,” Wittenberg said. “I told make those remarks. We’re there to gets out there. I think when players posing with the crystal trophy. They him exactly where I thought it help the players and enhance the have an issue, they find things. So if were tied with two holes to play, and crossed, and we all agreed. So he’s experience of the fans. He was saying you don’t like somebody, you read Garcia hit three shots in the water. definitely great on that.” what was good for him. It lacked things in, and you make more of a sit- That all seems like B-material com- And if video suggests otherwise? character.” uation than there is.” pared with the buzz over the drop Decision 26-1/17 says a penalty Tiger Woods of the USA To suggest Woods purposely tried Lost in this mess is that Woods is Woods took on the 14th hole of the would not be appropriate because it to distract Garcia is a stretch. It was playing golf at a very high level. He is final round. comes down to an honest judgment. is subject to interpretation. It could The scene on the par-5 second hard to even see Garcia from where four short of Sam Snead’s record for He hit what he called a “pop-up Of course, this might not be that have gone either way. hole was chaotic. Woods was so deep he was in the trees. But it was silly to career wins. He is a month away from hook” with a 3-wood from the tee, big of an issue except that Woods in That debate rages on. Should he in the trees that it appeared it was his hang this on “the marshals,” unless he the next major, where he will be the and the ball landed in the water left his most recent tournament - the have withdrawn for his own benefit? turn to hit. Garcia stood over his sec- mistook any of the hundreds of peo- heavy favorite again. Woods is of the fairway. Consulting with Casey Masters - was guilty of taking an ille- Did the Masters bail him out? ond shot for the longest time. There ple around him as marshals. motoring right along. But it sure is a Wittenberg, he dropped it some 255 gal drop on the 15th hole at Augusta Meanwhile, Adam Scott has a green was a burst of cheers when Woods Woods’ mistake was not doing bumpy ride at the moment.—AP Cook: No lack of effort in NZ

LONDON: England were not complacent or summer you have meetings outlining your Australia. under-prepared during their disappointing plans. We are moving forward and trying to “New Zealand are a tough side to beat,” he tour of New Zealand this year, captain Alastair improve.” said. “You just have to stay in the present and Cook said yesterday. Cook, who took over the captaincy from that is a skill a lot of sportsmen have. England, the world’s second-ranked side, Andrew Strauss last year, will lead his country “I just want us to play some good cricket. It were outplayed by their eighth-ranked hosts in a test at the home of cricket for the first is always important to start well, especially in a and only a courageous century by Matt Prior time. “I am looking forward to tomorrow,” Cook two-test series.” Cook gave few clues as to and a rearguard batting effort on the final day said. “It will be an incredible honour for me to which player in England’s 12-man squad will secured the draw in the third test that left the walk out as captain at Lord’s. You are always be left out of the team with fit-again Tim series level at 0-0. going to be under scrutiny and there is always Bresnan and Steven Finn vying for the third “It was not a lack of effort or application,” pressure when you put on the England shirt.” pace-bowling spot. Cook told a news conference before the first New Zealand have only won four tests out “Finn has been coming out at good pace,” test against New Zealand at Lord’s starting of 50 in England but twice claimed series victo- Cook said. “I watched him in the nets and I was today. “We had good preparation and it was ries, in 1986 and 1999. They outplayed Cook’s glad I didn’t have to face him.” not to do with a lack of attitude.” England went side on their home soil under the innovative Off-spinner Graeme Swann is also back in into the New Zealand tour on a high after win- captaincy of Brendon McCullum and look likely the squad after missing the series in New ning a test series in India for the first time since to field a four-pronged pace attack in what are Zealand due to an elbow injury but Cook said 1985. “We did not play as well in New Zealand forecast to be cold and cloudy conditions. he was not certain to play. as we did in India,” said the 28-year-old left- Cook said there was no danger of England “It is always an option to leave the spinner hander. “But India was an outstanding achieve- underestimating their opponents or allowing out,” he said. “We have options. You always Dale Steyn ment and it should not be brushed under the their minds to wander towards the Champions challenge yourself to improve and we have Steyn eyes Champions Trophy carpet. “We are in a serious industry and every Trophy in June or the Ashes series against high standards.”—Reuters Preview MUMBAI: South Africa hope to give coach “I think he’s learned a lot working under Gary Kirsten the perfect parting gift by win- Gary. Russell is also a great coach. He was ning next month’s Champions Trophy, and working with the Warriors in South Africa ... England must improve to have no fears that his replacement, Russell he has already coached the South African Domingo, is up to the job of guiding the side in Twenty20s. “So he’s no stranger to the world’s best test team to further success, pace set-up. I think he’s going to be just fine.” spearhead Dale Steyn has told Reuters. South Africa’s inability to win a major tour- beat feisty New Zealand The Champions Trophy in England and nament despite an abundance of talent saw Wales will be the last tournament in charge them labelled chokers but the Proteas will LONDON: England have been left in New Zealand, ranked eighth in for Kirsten, who stunned South African cricket have a good opportunity to ditch that tag at no doubt about what will be the world, showed great resilience last week by announcing he would not renew the June 6-23 Champions Trophy, which will required of them in the first test after a turbulent end to last year in his contract as he wanted to spend more time be the last time the tournament follows the against New Zealand starting at which their captain Ross Taylor was with his young family. 50-over format. Lord’s today. sacked in acrimonious circum- Steyn, ranked the world’s best test bowler, “I am not going to come up with any The world’s second-ranked team stances and they lost two tests in said it would be fitting for Kirsten to win the excuses if we win it and I am not going to struggled on their recent tour of South Africa in January by an Champions Trophy as he departs South come up with any excuses if we don’t win it,” New Zealand where they were out- innings. Africa, given his last act as India coach was to said Steyn, who has 332 test wickets from 65 played in the three-test series, sal- Peter Fulton made 347 runs in steer his side to World Cup triumph in 2011. matches. “I am preparing as well as I can. We vaging a 0-0 draw only by stub- the series against England, includ- “That would be very nice. It would be a have got the players to win it and probably bornly batting out a gripping final ing two centuries, and the pace lovely way for him to exit the side,” Steyn told we would have said the same thing in the day of the third match in Auckland. attack of Tim Southee, Neil Wagner Reuters late on Tuesday. “(In) similar fashion build-up to every other tournament. With the five-match Ashes series and Trent Boult caused the batsmen when he left India after he won the World “What I can say is that the guys are excited against Australia starting in July, problems with consistent swing Cup. “It wouldn’t be that bad if we say to him, and they are looking forward to participating captain Alastair Cook and his team and seam movement. ‘Yeah you can go home and you can take in another one and it will be nice to win it.” mates know they must focus fully Southee has been suffering with another trophy with you.’ That would be pret- Steyn is one of those who believes the work- on beating New Zealand under the a toe injury but coach Mike Hesson ty cool.” load of playing all three formats of the game enterprising leadership of Brendon said he would be fit for Lord’s where Kirsten is the most successful coach in test might lead to burnout. McCullum. the touring side are considering and limited overs cricket in recent years, hav- “It’s definitely not (sustainable). It’s “They under-performed in New picking a four-man pace attack. ing led India to a World Cup win in 2011 and extremely difficult and I am talking about it in Zealand but you don’t just discard “Absolutely that’s an option,” guiding them, and subsequently the South general and not just about me,” said the somebody because they have had a Hesson said. “We’re not closed in African team, to the top of the test rankings. bowler, whose combination of raw pace and bad time as a unit,” England chair- our views in terms of what we play. Domingo was promoted from his position lethal swing can be a nightmare for any bats- man of selectors Geoff Miller said. Whoever is left out will be a tough as assistant to replace Kirsten and Steyn felt man. “Decisions will have to be made pretty “You say right, not good enough, decision but we’ve got to pick the the decision would work out fine. “Russell has soon I guess, maybe in the next couple of improve. That’s the message they best side for the conditions.” “Tim’s been with us for a while now. He has been years or so. I will see how the body goes. I will have been given. “New Zealand are fine,” Hesson said. “It was very much with the team since Gary arrived,” the 29-year never give up all three formats. “But I will a good side but we didn’t play to a precautionary response from us. old paceman told Reuters in an interview decide what is important, what is worth play- the capabilities shown in the past. He’s had some treatment to his toe arranged by Evolution Sports Nutrition. ing and what is not worth playing.”—Reuters “That has got to be rectified. We and we’re very comfortable he’ll be had one or two injuries to people right for the first test.” you would class in your best side England will be without their Vote allegations show but it was very disappointing. They leading middle-order batsman are capable of playing far better Kevin Pietersen through injury but than that - and know that - and I’m 22-year-old Joe Root has been in cricket’s deep problems quietly confident that they’ll show prolific form this season, racking up LONDON: New Zealand’s Bruce Martin delivers a ball during a train- they are a better side.” 646 first-class runs including 179 for JOHANNESBURG: Players unions fear the over Australian Tim May in an election of the ing session at Lord’s Cricket Ground on the eve of the first Cricket England arrived in New Zealand England Lions against New Zealand Test match against England. —AFP International Cricket Council’s existing struc- 10 test captains was the final straw, a land- on a high after their first test series to enhance his burgeoning reputa- ture can’t be trusted to make independent mark moment that would force the ICC to victory in India since 1985 but their tion. He and Jonny Bairstow will bat England were fully focused on Bracewell as a fourth pace bowler, and impartial decisions for the good of the reform and follow recommendations made batsmen failed to make enough at numbers five and six for England improving their performance. leaving out spinner Bruce Martin, modern global game due to the influence of over a year ago for a more level playing field runs to put the hosts under pres- who are likely to recall off-spinner “We are very determined to put and Hesson said they were not India and its massive financial clout. are likely misplaced, according to the player sure. “It keeps your feet on the Graeme Swann who missed the last that right,” he said. “We have a huge afraid to make changes going into So the game historically associated with representatives. ground,” Miller said. “It makes you series with an a elbow injury. summer ahead of us but there is the two-test series. “It’s nice to concepts of civility and fair play, of chivalry “If history is anything to go by, (the ICC) realise you can’t just go through the Fast bowler Stuart Broad, who nothing more important than the have unchanged line-ups in a row and honor, is now far removed from those will choose to do nothing of substance,” FICA motions and expect to win the showed signs of a return to form in first hour on Thursday. We are very but not if it’s the right 11 for the values, with billions of dollars in television legal adviser Ian Smith told The AP in email game because, on paper, you are New Zealand with 11 test wickets focused on just this week.” New match....and that’ll be the only money and commercial deals at stake, India correspondence. supposedly superior.” after struggling in India, said Zealand will probably play Doug focus,” he said.—Reuters and its huge audience and market holding FICA - which represents players from sev- the key to the money, and the ICC and the en of cricket’s 10 major countries, but not majority of its 10 main member countries India - has demanded that the governing unwilling to shake that up. body investigates former India international IOC to oversee India return to Olympic fold The recent disputed vote that resulted in Sivaramakrishnan’s victory over May for a an Indian candidate winning a place on one place as a player representative on the ICC’s LAUSANNE: The International Olympic Committee giant-a consistent under-performer at Olympic lev- cooperation with the IOA and the national federa- of the ICC’s committees was just the catalyst Cricket Committee amid allegations of vote (IOC) yesterday said it had held successful meet- el despite its size and population-had “failed to tions and with prior consultation with the IOC to that sparked outspoken and biting criticism fixing. Indirectly, FICA and some of its mem- ings with exiled member India, following its sus- comply with the Olympic Charter” and there had ensure that it will be fully compatible with the prin- of the ICC from the Federation of ber players associations are challenging what pension over claims of corruption and political been government interference in the IOA election ciples and rules of the Olympic Movement.” International Cricketers’ Associations and they believe to be the ICC bowing down to meddling. The Lausanne-based body said its repre- process. But according to the IOC, Wednesday’s The Indian sports minister said a “roadmap has exposed the long-held frustrations and deep India’s national board, the Board of Control sentatives had held “fruitful” talks with India’s meeting in Switzerland saw Singh give “strong been decided” to bring the country back in the divisions in the world game. for Cricket in India - by far its richest and most sports minister, Jitendra Singh, as well as members guarantees and a clear commitment that the gov- Olympic fold. “Our meeting went off well and IOA, However, it’s still doubtful that it will have powerful member. of the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) to discuss ernment of India will fully respect the principle of IOC and the Indian government are all on the same any effect on addressing the perceived “This matter is symptomatic of a bigger the country’s eventual return to the fold. autonomy of the Olympic movement”. page,” he told India’s NDTV network. inequalities, international players group FICA picture of how many things work in interna- India’s IOC membership was suspended in “In addition, a mutual understanding was “The IOC has agreed to work with the Indian told The Associated Press, because cricket’s tional cricket. People are bullied into deci- December after Lalit Bhanot, who is facing corrup- reached to establish close cooperation between all government for the new proposed sports bill. This governing body is not ready to change. sions which favor certain agendas,” South tion charges linked to the scandal-hit New Delhi parties concerned. is a major achievement and we will be working Any hopes that Indian Laxman African Cricketers’ Association chief executive Commonwealth Games in 2010, was elected IOA “It was agreed in particular that the drafting of towards the sports bill legislation with all stake- Sivaramakrishnan’s “questionable” victory Tony Irish said.—AP secretary-general. The IOC said the South Asian the new sports bill will be undertaken in close holders of the international body.”—AFP THURSDAY, MAY 16, 2013 SPORTS America’s Cup officials Photo of the day say race will continue

SAN FRANCISCO: The America’s Cup report in a New Zealand newspaper will go on as planned after the death of quoting his father as discussing a con- a sailor during a training run last week versation with his son about the acci- on San Francisco Bay, officials said dent. The paper quotes the father as Tuesday. saying crew members heard a crack America’s Cup officials made the before the boat “folded like a taco.” announcement at a news conference in Outteridge said the article “is not San Francisco. Organizers met with the correct and does not reflect the facts.” four entrants earlier in the day and said America’s Cup officials also down- the decision to race was unanimous. played the announcement Monday “There was no discussion to calling that a German organization was pulling off the event,” said Tom Ehman, vice its sponsorship of a racing team in the commodore of the Golden Gate Yacht America’s Cup youth regatta, which is Club, the official host of the 34th scheduled for the first week of America’s Cup. September. Five teams of sailors Ehman also said they expected all between the ages of 19 and 24 are four entrants to compete, including scheduled to race 45-foot catamarans. Artemis Racing and the Italian entry Sailing Team Luna Rossa. Patrizio Bertelli, Luna Germany/Norddeutscher Regatta said Rossa’s owner, had cast doubts on his the death of Simpson prompted it to team’s continued participation when pull out of the youth regatta. Cup he said he had safety concerns immedi- spokesman Peter Rusch said the sailors ately after the death of Andrew “Bart” sponsored by the Germans still want to Simpson aboard Artemis’ 72-foot cata- race. Rusch said if they can’t find maran. Bertelli said he would leave it another sponsor, another team on a up to his team’s sailors to make the “wait list” will be added to the event in final decision. their place. The youth America’s Cup Ehman and regatta chief Iain Murray and the German decision to pull out said cup organizers spoke with the have no effect on the main event. heads of all four teams early Tuesday Ehman and Murray said a six-mem- and that the decision to go on with the ber panel of experts has been appoint- races this summer was unanimous. ed to examine the accident and to pos- Red Bull Parkour Athlete Mohammed Al Attar performs in Kuwait City. www.redbullcontentpool.com “We’ve every reason to believe that all sibly recommend safety changes to the four teams will be competing,” Murray boats or the course, depending on the said. probe’s outcome. Both said it was still Artemis has not returned phone too early to discuss what caused the I may miss French Open, calls or email since the death of accident. Simpson last Thursday afternoon. One The Artemis boat was attempting to of Artemis’ two boats was badly dam- turn downwind when it capsized. aged when it capsized and broke into Though difficult, the maneuver was admits injured Murray pieces, trapping Simpson under the considered normal. wreckage for more than 10 minutes. One hull snapped. Investigators will The San Francisco Medical Examiner have to determine whether a structural ROME: World number two Andy has not yet determined a cause of problem caused the catamaran to flip, Murray admitted yesterday that he could miss the French Open death. The San Francisco Police or if the capsize broke the boat. Last after a long-term back injury Department is leading the official fall, Artemis said the front beam of the forced him to quit the Rome inquiry into the accident to determine catamaran was damaged during struc- Masters. if there was any criminal negligence. tural tests, delaying the boat’s christen- “I’d be very surprised if I was Murray said at the news conference ing. Oracle Racing won the last playing in Paris,” a subdued that they are unsure how badly dam- America’s Cup in 2010 in Spain, and its Murray said after retiring from a aged the Artemis boat was and owner, billionaire Larry Ellison, picked second-round start at the Foro whether it could be repaired in time for the San Francisco Bay to defend the Italico, handing a 6-3, 6-7 (5/7) the start of racing in July. cup. Three teams have signed up to win to Spain’s Marcel Gronollers. Artemis issued a press release challenge and are scheduled to begin Murray, who was celebrating Monday from Nathan Outteridge, who racing one another in July to deter- his 26th birthday yesterday, said was at the helm of the 72-foot catama- mine who will take on Oracle. The that pain in his lower left back, ran when it capsized. Outteridge issued finals against Oracle begin in which has bothered him since a brief statement calling inaccurate a September.—AP late 2011, has been flaring recently, bringing on the Rome pullout. “I felt pain today, the same as Pacers leave in Madrid. I took a few days off after Madrid. I hit yesterday and played some points. But I was still Knicks behind sore today,” added Murray, with the French Open due to start on May 26. Murray said the back INDIANAPOLIS: George Hill scored 26 SPURS 109, WARRIORS 91 ITALY: Spanish tennis player Garbine Muguruza serves the ball to Russian player Maria Sharapova during points and Paul George added 18 points In San Antonio, Tony Parker had 25 problem is the same one which required him to take a pain- their match at the WTA Rome Open tennis tournament. —AFP and 14 rebounds Tuesday night, leading points and 10 assists, and San Antonio killing injection last spring in months to heal. “Some shots hurt more on clay ing with a thigh injury which also the Indiana Pacers to a 93-82 victory over held Golden State’s starting backcourt to the New York Knicks and a 3-1 lead in the order to play Roland Garros in Murray, ranked world number because the movement is so bothered him last week. 13 points for a victory to take a 3-2 lead 2012 where he reached the quar- two behind Novak Djokovic, had exaggerated. There is not a lot of In women’s play, second seed second-round series. in the Western Conference semifinals. Indiana needs one more win to reach ter-finals. been seen by the trainer for on- power on the ball so you have to Maria Sharapova, winner of the Kawhi Leonard added 17 points, “We will have to wait and see court hip and back treatment generate power and pace your- last two editions, started with a the conference finals for the first time Danny Green scored 16 and Tim Duncan since 2004. Game 5 will be Thursday on Paris. I’ll try to make a deci- after the third game of the sec- self. 6-2, 6-2 defeat of Spain’s Garbine had 14 points and 11 rebounds for San sion after the next five days or so. ond set. “I don’t want to go into details, Muguruza. night at Madison Square Garden. Antonio. NBA scoring champ Carmelo Anthony I need some days off for it to The defeat marked the second but I’ve got a disc problem, it Former Roland Garros winner, Harrison Barnes scored 25 points, fouled out with 24 points. J.R. Smith had hopefully settle down,” added the straight year in Rome that changes week to week. It’s been and fifth seed, Li Na won a battle Jarrett Jack added 20 and Carl Landry 16 19 on another dreadful night for the world number two. Murray, a 2011 semi-finalist, has an issue for a while, but I want to with Chinese countrywoman Knicks. The game followed a familiar pat- for Golden State. No other Warriors play- Murray, the US Open and gone out early, following a third- make sure it goes away. Zheng Jie 6-3, 6-1 while tern. New York’s shooting was off, er had more than nine points. Olympic champion, said he was round exit a year ago. “I don’t want to be playing Australian ninth seed Samantha Indiana had a huge rebounding edge The Spurs held Mark Jackson’s self- loathe to take another injection He came to the court with a 2- with it long-term, it’s not enjoy- Stosur, the 2010 beaten finalist in and the Knicks couldn’t challenge in the proclaimed “greatest shooting back- since the one in 2012 still did not 0 margin over Granollers but nev- able at all.” Murray was joined on Paris, beat China’s Peng Shuai 7-6 second half. New York didn’t hang court” in NBA history to 6-for-22 shoot- leave him feeling 100 per cent. er looked to be on his game. the sidelines on a cloudy day at (7/5), 6-0. around long, either. Indiana closed the ing. Stephen Curry finished with nine Having lost the first set to Murray, who has never clinched a the Foro Italico by Jo-Wilfried Russian 12th seed Maria first quarter on a 9-2 run to break a 14-14 points, going 1 for 7 on 3-pointers, and Granollers 6-3, he fought back claycourt title, has won just three Tsonga, with Polish underdog Kirilenko beat Varvara Lepchenko tie. New York never got closer than five Klay Thompson was held to four while from 4-1 down in the second set matches on the surface this sea- Jerzy Janowicz ripping off his of the United States 6-3, 6-1. The the rest of the way. not even attempting a 3.—AP to win a tie-break. But after level- son, alongside as many defeats. shirt in celebration seconds after 13th-seeded Roberta Vinci kept ling the match on his second set “(The back) has not been per- clinching a 6-4, 7-6 (7/5) win over her home public happy as she point, he promptly went to the fect for a long period, I want it to the eighth seed. Ukranian beat compatriot Natassja Burnett net to shake hands. Murray has start feeling good again. Alexandr Dolgopolov got a free 6-1, 6-4. Slovak 14th seed not quit a match since May, 2007, Everyone goes into matches with trip into the third round when Dominika Cibulkova put out US in Hamburg when he suffered a niggles, but this is very frustrat- Madrid Masters finalist Stanislas qualifier Melanie Oudin 5-7, 6-1, wrist injury which took three ing,” added Murray. Wawrinka quit before their meet- 6-3.—AFP All Blacks focus on World Cup

WELLINGTON: New Zealand’s All Blacks the World Cup,” he added of the June 28-30 the same ignominy Scotland had to face Sevens rugby team returned home yester- tournament in Moscow. “We know how last weekend in London. Inventors of the day having clinched their 11th World hard it is going to be, but we only take it shortened form of the game, the Scots Series title in an increasingly competitive one game, one tournament, at a time. were forced into an eight-team playoff season that sets up the prospect of a tan- “That (the World Cup) is going to be totally against the likes of Zimbabwe, Georgia talising World Cup next month. different. and Hong Kong to ensure their place on Gordon Tietjens’ team clinched the final “It might be a totally different team but the circuit next year. The promotion-rele- tour stop in London on Sunday with a these guys have put their hands up and gation playoff was introduced by the IRB crushing 47-12 victory over Australia to said they want to go to Moscow so I have a this year in an attempt to improve the finish on 172 points, 41 ahead of second- few problems ahead of me.” standard of play and broaden its depth as placed South Africa. Injury and selection issues aside, the sport prepares for its debut at the 2016 The victory was made all the more Tietjens is also acutely aware that much Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro. sweeter for Tietjens, whose normally stable the field has been levelled across the The bottom three sides after the penul- selections were rocked through injuries to board during this season’s circuit and how timate Glasgow tournament - Scotland, experienced players like captain DJ Forbes close the World Cup tournament could be. Portugal and Spain - were forced into the and playmaker Tomasi Cama, forcing him Kenya, under former England coach Mike playoff tournament with five qualifiers in to introduce several new players. Friday, came within a whisker of winning London. The regular play on the world cir- As a result, the win at Twickenham was their first title in Wellington despite having cuit paid off in the end, with all three only their second on the tour and the key two players sin-binned in the final against retaining their places next season, though to their series victory was consistency England. At the same tournament, sevens Scotland were beaten 20-19 by Hong Kong across all nine tournaments. heavyweights Fiji failed to qualify for a in pool play before they overcame Tonga The team made seven finals and fin- world series Cup quarter-final for the first and then Russia to ensure their place. “We ished third in the other two tournaments time and were then beaten by Canada in rose to the occasion and we are back on in Wellington and Hong Kong. “We have the final of the Bowl competition. the series,” Scotland captain Colin Gregor done it with a lot of players out. A lot of The Fijians rebounded during the series told the IRB website. “It is horrendous new youngsters have come up and put to win the showcase tournament in Hong being down here so we need to make sure their hand up,” Tietjens told the Kong but were a distant third in the overall we start the season properly, so tough INDIANAPOLIS: JR Smith No. 8 of the New York Knicks dribbles the ball against the International Rugby Board’s (IRB) series series after some poor performances since summer ahead of us with the World Cup Indiana Pacers during Game Four of the Eastern Conference Semifinals of the 2013 website. that victory in March. and then September, October, we’re fly- NBA Playoffs. —AFP “It’s a confidence booster moving into While Fiji struggled, they did not suffer ing.”—Reuters SPORTS THURSDAY, MAY 16, 2013 Mourinho wants to save face with King’s Cup win

MADRID: Jose Mourinho faces ending a season without a major trophy for the first time in a decade if his Real Madrid side fail to beat city rivals Atletico Madrid in the King’s Cup final at the Bernabeu tomorrow. Since starting out in his first full season as a coach with Porto in the 2002/3 campaign, through spells with Chelsea, Inter Milan and Real, the Portuguese has amassed two Champions League trophies, a UEFA Cup, seven league titles and six national cups. In what looks increasingly likely to be his last campaign with Real, however, the self-styled ‘Special LINCOLN CITY: In this May 7, 2013, photo, Richard Swanson, of Seattle, walks along a One’ could be about to end his road in Kelso. Swanson, who was trying to dribble a soccer ball to Brazil in time for three-year reign in Spain with a the 2014 World Cup, died Tuesday after being hit by a pickup truck on the Oregon less than impressive record. Coast.—AP He joined the world’s richest club by revenue from Inter in 2010, Man dribbling soccer ball having led the Italians to an his- toric treble, culminating in their first European Cup victory in 45 to Brazil killed in accident years. Mourinho’s Real won the King’s LINCOLN CITY: A Seattle man trying to Longview, Wash., Swanson said he Cup by beating Barca 1-0 after dribble a soccer ball 10,000 miles to picked up soccer just five years ago and extra time in 2011 and a record- Brazil in time for the 2014 World Cup played on club teams and rooted for the breaking La Liga title in 2012 but a died Tuesday after being hit by a pickup Seattle Sounders. “I felt destined that I third successive Champions truck on the Oregon Coast. should go on this trip,” he said. League semi-final exit and Barca’s Police in Lincoln City, Ore., said 42- His website said he left Seattle on May league triumph last weekend have year-old Richard Swanson was hit at 1, and the trip would take him on foot for left his third year looking pretty about 10 a.m. while walking south along more than a year through 11 countries thin. A Spanish Super Cup victory GERMANY: A combination of file pictures shows Real Madrid’s Portuguese forward Cristiano Ronaldo (left) U.S. Highway 101 near the city limits. He before reaching Sao Paolo, Brazil, where over Barca back in September is his and Atletico Madrid’s Colombian forward Radamel Falcao (right). The Copa del Rey final between Real was declared dead at a hospital. The driv- the World Cup soccer tournament will be only silverware to date this season, Madrid and Atletico Madrid will be played tomorrow at the Santiago Bernabeu stadium. —AFP er has not been charged. played. “It will be a trip of a lifetime which he himself dismissed as irrel- brought in to win for them; they absence. Recent history dictates ning the Europa League and the Lt. Jerry Palmer said investigators where I will push myself further than I evant, leaving the much-maligned wanted a tenth European Cup. against Atletico ending their 14- European Super Cup in 2010 and found materials among Swanson’s ever thought possible,” he wrote. King’s Cup as his last chance to sign On the pitch, Mourinho’s main year derby misery. 2012, beating Fulham, Inter Milan, belongings listing his website, break- Swanson started out in flip-flops, and off with a flourish. concern is with the defence where Only last month a second-string Athletic Bilbao and Chelsea, awaybrazil.com. managed to spend 13 nights but However, a cup triumph would Raphael Varane is out injured, but Real side, distracted in the middle though they lost the 2010 King’s Swanson set out on the trek to pro- switched to hiking sandals in Portland, only paper over the cracks of a dis- Sergio Ramos and Marcelo look set of their Champions League semi- Cup final 2-0 to Sevilla. mote the One World Futbol Project, Ore., Schwesinger said. He stayed two integrating campaign, with dress- to be available again after recover- final with Dortmund and without Argentine Simeone, who helped based in Berkeley, Calif., which donates nights in Vancouver, Wash., with his son, ing-room divisions coming to the ing from their respective problems. Cristiano Ronaldo, still managed to Atletico to win their last Cup as a fore since the club’s defeat to durable blue soccer balls to people in Devin, but otherwise had been able to Despite their off-field problems, win 2-1 at the Calderon. player in 1996, has a full squad to Borussia Dortmund two weeks Real head into the final as the over- “We aren’t looking backwards,” choose from and in Brazilian striker developing countries. sleep on on the couches of one stranger ago. Mourinho’s public belittling of whelming favourites as they have Atletico’s Uruguayan defender Diego Costa has the tournament’s after another who befriended him and “We are deeply saddened to learn popular captain and goalkeeper not lost a Madrid derby with Diego Godin told reporters. leading scorer with seven goals. about Richard’s death,” Lisa Tarver, chief helped him on his journey. Iker Casillas and defender Pepe, Atletico since 1999. “Obviously the statistics of how Playing at the home of their neigh- operating officer of One World Futbol “It was all by word of mouth, and his declarations of love Diego Simeone’s Atletico have many times they have beaten us bours has not proved to be a prob- Project, said in a statement. “He was a Facebook, media contacts, friends and towards English football have little to lose, having achieved their are there...but we are in a good run lem for Atletico in the past. Eight of very inspiring man who in a very short family who put the word out,” turned many dyed-in-the-wool objective for the season with a of form and have the same desire their nine Cup triumphs have come time walked his way into many lives. Our Schwesinger said. Real fans against him. third-placed finish in La Liga assur- and chances to win as they do.” in the Bernabeu, three of which thoughts are with his family.” Police said Swanson spent Monday night in The looked-down-upon King’s ing them of Champions League Atletico have a good record in were against Real Madrid, in 1960, Palmer’s soccer ball was recovered. Kristi Lincoln City, where he was able to soak in Cup was not the title he was football again after a three-year finals over the last few years, win- 1961 and 1992.—Reuters Schwesinger, a Seattle interior designer a hot tub, and eat a gourmet breakfast, and close friend of Swanson’s, said he before he set off for Newport, not know- had been a private investigator for many ing where he would stay, she added. He years, and switched to a new career as a posted photos and stories about his new graphic designer, but was laid off recent- friends on a Facebook page chronicling ly, and looking for an adventure. his journey. “He was at a point in his life where he Friends are talking about creating a had raised his kids,” she said. “Both his foundation in Swanson’s memory, and boys (Devin and Raven) had graduated sending his two sons to Brazil for the from high school. He had no mortgage. World Cup, Schwesinger said. He had sold his condo recently and was “The hardest thing is he was so between jobs. young,” Schwesinger said. “Just today we “And he loved the game of soccer,” she were planning his surprise birthday party said. “He stumbled on this great organi- for Sunday. He was so young, so full of zation, One World Futbol, and decided life, so excited by the journey he was on. this would be his passion the next year.” To be taken from us so soon is really In an interview with The Daily News in heartbreaking.”—AP Ferdinand calls time on England career LONDON: England and Manchester upwards, captained England and was a United defender Rio Ferdinand member of three World Cup squads. announced his retirement from inter- However, manager Roy Hodgson left national soccer yesterday. him out of his Euro 2012 squad for The decision, in a statement on the “footballing reasons” amid tensions United and Football Association web- with Chelsea defender John Terry, who sites, came nearly two years after was involved in a racism row with Ferdinand last played for his country in Ferdinand’s brother Anton. Ferdinand a Euro 2012 qualifier against was named in England’s squad for two Switzerland on June 4, 2011. The FA World Cup qualifiers last March after said the central defender, who made Terry had announced his international his England senior debut against retirement but withdrew to safeguard Cameroon at Wembley in 1997 and his fitness for Manchester United. His won 81 caps, had informed England decision to then take a long-haul flight coach Roy Hodgson of his decision. to Qatar to work as a television pundit SAO PAULO: Mexico’s Tijuana goalkeeper Cirilo Saucedo grabs a ball during the 2013 Copa Libertadores football match against Brazil’s “After a great deal of thought, I have for al-Jazeera did not go down well Palmeiras, held at Pacaembu stadium. —AFP decided the time is right for me to retire from international football,” the with England supporters, who could be player declared. heard singing songs against the player “At the age of 34, I feel it is right for during the 8-0 crushing of San Marino. Tijuana upset Palmeiras me to stand aside and let the younger Hodgson paid tribute to a player players come through, which allows who, despite not being included in any BUENOS AIRES: Palmeiras goalkeeper Bruno’s blunder gifted me to concentrate on my club career.” of his teams, until yesterday’s announcement had not yet been ruled Colombian forward Duvier Riascos the softest of goals to put Tijuana on Ferdinand represented England at course for an upset 2-1 victory in their Libertadores Cup tie in Brazil on out of next year’s World Cup in Brazil Guangzhou defeat Mariners every level from the under-17s Tuesday. Tijuana, a northern Mexican border town side punching well by the England manager. above their weight in South America’s elite club competition, advanced in Asian Champions League “To have captained his country, to to the quarter-finals 2-1 on aggregate after they were held to a 0-0 draw play at three World Cups and indeed in the first leg at the Caliente. GOSFORD: Brazilian forward cap of $2.48 million. The return score in one of those, marks him out Things will not get any easier for the Mexican underdogs in the last Muriqui scored in the second half match will be played at Tianhe amongst a very special group of play- eight, however, as the victory set up a showdown against Ronaldinho’s yesterday to lead Chinese side Stadium in Guangzhou on May 22. ers,” Hodgson said in a statement. Atletico Mineiro, who are firm favourites to win the title for the first time. Guangzhou Evergrande to a 2-1 win “There’s a huge difference between “I appreciated the call from Rio to For Palmeiras, the dream of winning the trophy for a second time over Australian club Central Coast the budgets and the quality in the inform me of his decision, which clearly after their 1999 victory is over and, having been relegated last year, they Mariners in the round of 16 of the front part of the field,” Mariners Asian Champions League. coach Graham Arnold said. “But he had spent much time considering must make do with concentrating on fighting for promotion from Brazil’s second division. Bruno let Riascos’s weak shot slip through his Mitchell Duke put the hosts again I was very proud of the per- before reaching this point.” grasp and into the net in the 27th minute of the last-16, second leg at ahead in the seventh minute before formance and we’ll go over there Ferdinand joined Manchester United the Pacaembu in Sao Paulo. “It was a grotesque mistake that shouldn’t Paraguay striker Lucas Barrios equal- and give it our best shot.” from Leeds United in 2002 for 30 mil- have happened. It was my fault, the first goal was critical for the defeat,” ized midway through the first half. In Jeanju, South Korea, Masato lion pounds ($45.77 million) and has Bruno told reporters. The A-League side looked set for at Kudo and Tatsuya Masushima scored been a key part of their defence ever In a match littered with fouls, Venezuelan referee Juan Soto also least a draw but Muriqui beat goal- to lead Japanese side Kashiwa since, helping them win the Premier blundered when he sent Tijuana defender Richard Ruiz off for what he keeper Mat Ryan with 15 minutes Reysol to a 2-0 win over Jeonbuk League title again this season. thought was a second yellow card offence before realising he had not left. Motors. His club career has not been without previously booked the player and called him back. Though Mariners had several Kashiwa, the only Japanese team controversy, with the defender sus- Tijuana-born midfielder Fernando Arce increased the away side’s lead chances in the last 15 minutes, left in this year’s competition, went pended for missing a drugs test in early in the second half before being harshly penalised when the ball hit Guangzhou goalkeeper Zeng Cheng in front through an early header his hand and Palmeiras pulled a goal back with Souza’s spot kick in the 2003. “I have always been very proud to was in position to preserve the vic- from Kudo. Goalkeeper Takanori 61st minute. Paraguayan defender Pablo Aguilar was then sent off, leav- tory for Marcello Lippi’s side. Sugeno made a series of fine saves play for England,” Ferdinand said. ing Tijuana a man short for the last seven minutes but that did not “I would like to wish Roy and the Guangzhou, helped by an invest- to protect the lead before dampen the team coached by Argentine Antonio Mohamed’s joy at ment of more than $60 million, has Masushima headed home the sec- team all the best for future tourna- qualifying. The Mexicans, who won their first league title in December, won the last two Chinese titles and ond with 16 minutes left to put the ments. A big thank you to all the fans, are the second side founded this century to reach the last eight after was narrowly defeated in the 2012 2011 Japanese champions ahead for managers, coaching staff and players Peru’s Real Garcilaso. Garcilaso, formed in 2009 two years after Tijuana, Asian Champions League quarterfi- the second leg at Hitachi Stadium that I have worked alongside - the jour- upset three times South American champions Nacional of Uruguay on nals. Mariners operate under a salary next Wednesday.—AP Rio Ferdinand ney has been incredible.”—Reuters penalties last week.—Reuters England must Mourinho wants improve to to save face with beat feisty King’s Cup win New Zealand

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AMSTERDAM: Chelsea’s players celebrate with their trophy at the end of the UEFA Europa League final football match between Benfica and Chelsea. — AFP Chelsea win Europa League

AMSTERDAM: A 93rd-minute header from Branislav Ivanovic including the now-defunct Cup Winners’ Cup-after Ajax, Bayern half-time. Cardozo headed an early chance over the bar, Eduardo Mata and Torres showed superb strength and composure to gave Chelsea a stunning 2-1 victory over Benfica in the Europa Munich and Juventus. Salvio saw a shot blocked, Rodrigo miscued twice during a fran- hold off Luisao and then round Artur, delaying to send the goal- League final yesterday as the London club claimed the trophy Chelsea’s interim manager Rafael Benitez, meanwhile, joins tic goal-mouth scramble, and Nicolas Gaitan twice fired over keeper down before rolling the ball home. for the first time in heart-stopping fashion. Giovanni Trapattoni as one of only two coaches to have won the after neat approach play. With languid former Chelsea man It was a Chelsea smash-and-grab goal plucked straight from The game in Amsterdam seemed destined for extra time trophy with two different clubs, following his 2004 success with Nemanja Matic orchestrating Benfica’s attacks from a deep posi- last season’s Champions League textbook, but the lead was to after Fernando Torres’ superb 60th-minute opener for Chelsea Valencia. The manner of defeat was cruel on Jorge Jesus’ enter- tion, the English side were struggling to find a foothold. last only eight minutes. was cancelled out by an Oscar Cardozo penalty, only for Ivanovic prising side and means that Benfica have now lost seven consec- They did not test Benfica goalkeeper Artur until Oscar put an Cesar Azpilicueta handled Salvio’s header just inside the to net a dramatic winner with a looping header in stoppage utive European finals since claiming their last major continental effort straight at him in the 27th minute, although the Brazilian Chelsea penalty area and Cardozo drilled his spot-kick into the time. crown in 1962. was almost deceived by a swerving Frank Lampard shot that he middle of the goal to claim his seventh goal in this season’s com- Moments later, Chelsea’s players greeted the final whistle Benfica’s previous game was a damaging 2-1 loss to Porto palmed over the bar in unorthodox fashion seven minutes petition. Cech had to produce a finger-tip save to prevent a half- with a jubilant mass embrace, as they became the first team to that may have ended their Portuguese title hopes, but they ban- before half-time. volleyed lob by Cardozo from dipping beneath the crossbar, simultaneously hold the Champions League and Europa League ished any fears about their mental state with an assured start to Cardozo had a header ruled out for offside early in the sec- before Lampard almost gave the game a fairytale late finish with titles. the game that bordered on insouciance at times. ond half, and although the call was correct, it was extremely a 25-yard pile-driver that hit the bar. Extra time seemed certain They will relinquish their Champions League crown in 10 Indeed, so authoritative were Benfica, and so lacklustre marginal. Salvio saw a header fielded by Petr Cech in the 59th when the fourth official raised the board showing three minutes days, but more lasting is the statistic that they are only the Chelsea, that only an apparent inability to shoot at the appropri- minute, but within seconds, the ball was in the Benfica net. of injury time, only for Ivanovic to send a header arcing over fourth club to have claimed Europe’s three major trophies- ate moment prevented Jesus’ side from taking the lead before Cech’s long throw down the centre was helped on by Juan Artur from Mata’s corner and break Benfica’s hearts. — AFP Wigan go down City see off Reading

relegated and I don’t think it is the Wembley) and it would have been a travesty time (to talk about the future,” he if we had not finished second. We appreciate Arsenal 4 said. Reading 0 the fans, they would have been so disap- “Now is not the time for individu- pointed on Saturday, but we have come back als. When you walk into the dressing for them tonight.” room after this match it is heart- City fans sang Mancini’s name after their breaking. “In the summer, as always hero had been sacked a year to the day since Wigan 1 happens, there will be assessments Man City 2 bringing the title to the Etihad Stadium. And and whatever happens will happen.” Kidd thanked the supporters for backing the It was understandable that players. Martinez was unwilling to focus on “I am really grateful to the fans for their LONDON: Wigan manager Roberto his own situation at such a delicate MANCHESTER: Caretaker Manchester City support,” he added. “They must have been so Martinez refused to confirm his manager Brian Kidd says Roberto Mancini’s disappointed at Wembley. But they really future lies with the FA Cup winners time for his club. Just three days pre- viously he had secured the first major sacking has rocked the club. City overcame came out tonight and you could really hear after his side’s 4-1 defeat at Arsenal their FA Cup final defeat to Wigan Athletic by them and I am really pleased for them. confirmed their relegation from the trophy in Wigan’s 81-year history. But that incredible Wembley triumph had LONDON: Arsenal’s English striker Theo Walcott celebrates scoring his beating relegated Reading 2-0 at Madejski “The backroom staff have been terrific, Premier League. team’s second goal during the English Premier League football match Stadium on Tuesday night to guarantee they there has been a lot of support which has Martinez’s team will be back in the left his players running on fumes and they collapsed in disastrous fashion against Wigan Athletic. — AFP finished second in the Premier League. Goals been really great for me and you could go Championship for the first time in from Sergio Aguero and Edin Dzeko were through the whole team. Let’s be honest, we eight years next season, but whether in the second half at the Emirates “But we don’t deserve to be in will finish the job after keeping their Stadium on Tuesday. the bottom three. You will never see composure with so much at stake enough for the hosts, who began life without have a terrific squad.” their highly-rated boss will be with Mancini with a win. Royals could still finish bottom after them remains to be seen. Shaun Maloney’s superb free-kick a better group of players than these against Wigan. in first half stoppage-time had given in the way they play and represent “It is all open, it depends on our But Kidd, City’s assistant manager, said the defeat, but they had goalkeeper Alex Wigan have become the first club Italian’s departure had been tough to take. He McCarthy in excellent form once again as to win the FA Cup and be relegated Wigan hope after Lukas Podolski’s the club. result. Even third place is not out of early opener. “The FA Cup is an achievement we sight if we win the game,” Wenger said: “I got to be honest, if you were to ask me they look to take some positives from what in the same season, but Martinez’s after what has gone in the last 48 hours, it has has been a disappointing season. stock is still sky-high thanks to their But Wigan’s sloppy defending, will never lose as a club. It’s just a real said. “I’m confident because we have their Achilles heel all season, shame it happens in the same season experience and we played for a long all come as a shock to the staff. Coach Nigel Adkins said he was impressed epic upset against Manchester City “I would have just taken the result tonight. with McCarthy’s performances, but added he at Wembley on Saturday. The returned to haunt them again as as relegation.” time under massive pressure this sea- Theo Walcott, Podolski and Aaron While Wigan face a gruelling slog son. We always found the solutions to If you had said before the game we would get must improve some areas of his game. Spaniard is one of the favorites to three points to claim second place I would “He made some excellent saves and he has take over at Everton following David Ramsey were allowed to score far too to return to the Premier League, the problems we faced.” easily. “I know from the outside you Arsenal are within touching distance The only dark cloud for Wenger on have accepted that the way the last 48 hours demonstrated that now on a few times. We Moyes’ impending move to have gone. It is not about me. I have just want to build and play from the back and one Manchester United. could see relegation was possible but of qualifying for the Champions an uplifting night was an injury to I never thought for a second it would League for a 16th consecutive sea- Spanish midfielder Mikel Arteta that come in and been asked to take the team for or two of his distribution choices weren’t the And the prospect of life in the sec- these two games. greatest, but others were. “We believe he can ond tier may persuade Martinez that happen,” Martinez said. son. An eighth successive season makes him a doubt for Sunday’s “I was confident this team could without silverware meant the pres- crunch clash. “I am a Manchester lad and how can I say be a top four keeper and international level now is the time to move on after he no? We are not greedy, but we don’t have to and if you can play out from the back he can rejected approaches from Aston Villa win the last two games, so it is diffi- sure was on Arsene Wenger’s team to “Arteta has a calf injury. It would cult to describe the feelings. It at least finish in the top four and they be a big blow if he doesn’t play, so I qualify for the Champions League now and do that. “I’m sure there will loss of specula- and Liverpool over the last two years. that is the least we should have done this sea- tion, but we are in a good position in respect But for now he is playing his cards comes as a shock. “I don’t think you will achieve that aim with a win at don’t rule him out at the moment,” get many managers saying they are Newcastle on Sunday. Wenger said. “Maybe we will have to son. of the finances and there is good stability close to his chest. “If I am honest with “All credit to the players. They have had to here. We’re not looking to lose Alex and are you it is so fresh that we have been proud of their players when they get Wenger is confident Arsenal, one push (Jack) Wilshere in if he doesn’t relegated. point clear of fifth placed Tottenham, play.” — AFP have put up with a lot of stuff (since looking to build for the future.” —AFP EU threatens trade duties against China’s Huawei Page 22

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LISBON: A broker watches a computer screen that shows a picture of Portugal’s Finance Minister Vitor Gaspar while working in a trading room of a Portuguese bank. Yesterday, Portugal collected 1.75 billion euros ($2.3 billion) in a debt auction, with a sharp drop in interest rates providing further evidence that market confidence in the bailed-out country is returning. —AP German economy feels winter chill in Q1 Euro-zone likely to remain in recession

FRANKFURT: The German economy, Europe’s biggest, got off est different GDP components-to be published later this recent disappointing economic data and falling confidence. look remains more clouded this year,” the expert warned. “Still, to an unexpectedly weak start to the year, as it battled freez- month-it said that the “extreme winter weather conditions “2013 will be a good year,” Roesler had said, upgrading Berlin’s based on strong fundamentals, German growth should accel- ing winter weather, sagging exports and weak investment, played a role in this weak growth.” growth forecast for the current year to 0.5 percent from a pre- erate over the course of 2013 and reach trend rates in the sec- official data showed yesterday. And with growth of just 0.1 “According to our calculations, the only positive impulses vious prognosis of 0.4 percent. ond half. A strong Germany also boosts export chances for the percent, the economy only narrowly escaped a recession, came from private households which increased their spend- At a regular news briefing in Berlin yesterday, a spokesman euro-zone periphery,” Schulz said. which is technically defined as two consecutive quarters of ing at the start of the year,” the statisticians said. “In invest- for the economy ministry said “the decisive thing is that we’ve UniCredit analyst Andreas Rees believed that the GDP data economic contraction. ments, the negative trend we saw in 2012 continued and passed through the economic trough.” In the face of such opti- “should be taken with a pinch of salt, or maybe even two.” Gross domestic product (GDP) grew by an anemic 0.1 per- investment was down quarter-on-quarter,” they said. mism, buoyed by recent better-than-expected industrial data, They were “distorted to the downside by unusually harsh cent in the period from January to March, following a brief And foreign trade had little effect on growth, with both analysts were disappointed by the first-quarter GDP figures. weather conditions ... which cannot be taken into account by and sharp contraction of 0.7 percent in the fourth quarter of imports and exports falling. Germany, unlike most of its euro- Growth was “anaemic”, said Newedge Strategy analyst standard seasonal adjustment methods,” he said. 2012, the federal statistics office Destatis calculated in a pre- zone neighbours, has been spared the worst of Europe’s long Annalisa Piazza. “The outcome is softer than anticipated. In a In the construction sector in particular, there was a “whop- liminary estimate. The number fell short of analysts’ expecta- and debilitating sovereign debt crisis, even if growth shud- nutshell, the German economy seems to have struggled to ping gap” in orders and output. “This is very good news for tions for slightly stronger growth of 0.3 percent in the first dered to a standstill at the end of last year. But the govern- gain momentum in the first quarter despite signs of resilience overall economic activity in the second quarter, since a catch- quarter of this year. Destatis data showed that the Germany ment, the Bundesbank and leading economic think-tanks are in its industrial activity data,” she said. Berenberg Bank econo- ing-up effect will kick in very soon,” Rees said. Goldman Sachs economy had expanded by a seasonally- and calendar-adjust- all projecting a rebound this year. mist Christian Schulz said Germany “will have to rely on economist Dirk Schumacher was similarly confident that “the ed 3.1 percent in 2011 but by just 0.9 percent for 2012 as a Just last month, Economy Minister Philipp Roesler said domestic demand for growth this year.” fundamental picture remains sound, and we forecast an accel- whole. While Destatis did not provide a breakdown of the lat- Germany could “look to the future with optimism”, despite “For exports, Germany’s traditional growth engine, the out- eration in the second half of the year.” — AFP

China owner smashes KAC picks Airbus his Maserati in protest over Boeing BEIJING: A wealthy Chinese Maserati owner hired four sledge- hammer-wielding men to smash up his $420,000 supercar in KUWAIT: State owned Kuwait Airways Co has protest at poor customer service, reports said yesterday. The car chosen Airbus over the Boeing Co on the pur- owner, identified only by his surname Wang, had the group attack chase or lease of new airplanes, Kuwaiti the Maserati Quattroporte at the opening of an auto show in the Communications Minister Salem al-Othaina said eastern city of Qingdao, in Shandong province, the Qingdao yesterday. “KAC received two offers from Airbus Morning Post said. and Boeing and the board of directors approved Video images showed the men going about their task with the offer from Airbus because it is lower in cost,” gusto, leaving the vehicle with a shattered windscreen and mir- Othaina told the official KUNA news agency. rors, the grille broken and dents to the bodywork, draped in a Othaina, who oversees the airline that is seek- banner accusing the Italian manufacturer of poor decision-mak- ing. Wang bought the luxury car in 2011 for 2.6 million yuan, the ing to replace its ageing fleet, did not give report said-around 100 times the average income of Chinese details of how many aircraft would be bought or urban residents last year. leased. But local daily Al-Watan reported on But problems first arose when he took it back to the dealer for Sunday that the offer includes buying 25 aircraft an unspecified repair, with staff charging him for new spare parts at a cost of $3 billion (2.3 billion euros) and leas- despite using used ones, the paper quoted Wang as saying. It later ing another 13. KAC will reportedly purchase 10 failed to fix a problem with a door and scratched the vehicle, he Airbus A350-900 aircraft and 15 of the A320neo added. model, and delivery is due to start in 2019. “I hope foreign luxury car producers acknowledge clearly that The daily said KAC chose Airbus because its Chinese consumers are entitled to get the service that is commen- offer was $280 million lower than Boeing’s. In surate with the brand,” Wang said. China is the world’s largest auto addition to modernising its fleet, the loss-mak- market after overtaking the US in 2009. It is also a key market for ing company wants to make the airline prof- luxury brands, with the country’s growing ranks of mega-rich itable before offering a local or foreign investor a splashing out on fancy cars to show off their wealth. But buyers 40 percent stake. Kuwait Airways has posted enraged by bad service have carried out similar actions previously. losses in all but one of the past 21 years, In 2011, a businessman also in Qingdao reportedly destroyed a amounting to more than $2.7 billion, which have three million yuan Lamborghini after failing to get problems with QINGDAO: This picture shows men using sledgehammers on a Maserati car outside the Qingdao International Convention the engine and other car parts repaired properly. — AFP been covered by the government. — AFP Center which is now holding the 12th Qingdao International Auto Show. — AFP THURSDAY, MAY 16, 2013 BUSINESS EU threatens trade duties against China’s Huawei, ZTE Both companies deny illegal subsidies BRUSSELS: The European Commission plans to healthcare to water utilities are becoming reliant compared to ZTE. Some of ZTE’s projects in send a formal warning to China that it is ready to on cheaper Chinese wireless technology. An Europe aren’t making money anyway,” said Yang levy trade duties against telecoms equipment internal EU report last year recommended that Haofan, a telecom analyst from Guotai Junan makers Huawei Technologies Co Ltd and ZTE the 27-member bloc should take action against Securities. “As for European vendors, they face Corp over what it says are illegal subsidies, peo- Chinese telecoms equipment makers as their getting fewer contracts for their bids in China’s ple close to the matter said. EU trade chief Karel increasing dominance of mobile networks made 4G market if the EU does go ahead with its sanc- De Gucht is set to win support from the bloc’s them a threat to security as well as to home- tions,” Yang said in Shanghai by telephone. executive yesterday to send the warning letter grown companies. De Gucht told Reuters in February that there and show China’s new president, Xi Jinping, that Chinese telecom equipment makers receive were serious concerns about China’s growing Brussels is serious about countering what it says export rebates from the Chinese government presence in mobile telecoms networks, noting is state support. and are also able to sell their equipment at lower that the United States and Australia had effec- “We want to send a warning to the Chinese, a prices as China’s state-run policy banks usually tively shut Huawei out of their markets over letter of intent that if they don’t change their provide loans for network infrastructure in security concerns. Last year, Germany excluded practices, there will be duties,” said one person emerging markets, industry sources said. Huawei from supplying the infrastructure for a AHMEDABAD: An Indian saleswoman (unseen) arranges gold bars at a jewel- involved, adding that De Gucht had the full However, Huawei and ZTE argue that European national academic research network. ry store, on the occasion of Guru Pushya Nakshatra (Auspicious Venture backing of European Commission President Jose governments also provide some form of incen- But European manufacturers Ericsson, Day). India’s central bank announced plans yesterday to launch inflation- Manuel Barroso. China’s foreign ministry, as well tives for their own telecom equipment makers, Alcatel-Lucent SA and Nokia Siemens Networks linked bonds next month in a bid to break the country’s love affair with gold as Huawei, the world’s second-largest telecom they said. fear retaliation in China if they push to launch an and narrow the country’s ballooning current account gap. —AFP equipment maker behind Sweden’s Ericsson, anti-subsidy case, so the Commission has been and fifth-biggest vendor ZTE say the companies’ Collecting evidence collecting evidence on Huawei and ZTE with a operations conform with international trading A Huawei spokeswoman in Brussels declined view to launching a case on its own initiative. regulations. to comment on the move, but the company Division among EU countries over the tele- Abu Dhabi fund names “We hope the EU can proceed from the denies receiving unfair subsidies. It says its coms issue meant De Gucht has trodden cau- standpoint of protecting the stable develop- advantages are due to low-cost manufacturing tiously. Britain and the Netherlands have infrastructure head ment of trade relations with China and not make and that its products are secure. ZTE said its embraced Huawei as a major job provider, while promises to undertake protectionist measures or operations conform with trading regulations of France and Italy have been backing De Gucht on DUBAI: The Abu Dhabi Investment Authority tium that is eyeing British water company Severn adopt restrictive measures,” foreign ministry the World Trade Organization and local markets, going ahead with sanctions. Officials say they (ADIA), one of the world’s largest sovereign wealth Trent. spokesman Hong Lei told a news conference. and it is also committed to safeguarding the now have proof of Chinese subsidies. “This is a funds, has hired a senior Deutsche Bank AG execu- Elsewhere, Qatar Investment Authority (QIA) The EU decision marks an intensification of interests of China and Europe. political decision tomorrow,” said another person tive to head its division that handles global infra- hired Deven Karnik, the most senior managing efforts to guard against what Brussels says is “We are confident that our practices are in briefed on the Commission’s thinking. “It’s basi- structure investments. Sovereign wealth funds in director of Morgan Stanley’s Asia infrastructure dumping by China, the EU’s second-largest trad- line with regulations in China and other mar- cally saying, we have all the evidence we need, the Gulf Arab region are stepping up spending on fund, to head its new infrastructure business, a ing partner. From June, the Commission will also kets,” said ZTE spokesman David Dai Shu. Huawei we don’t need to launch an investigation,” the infrastructure assets such as water companies, toll banking source told Reuters in April. ADIA, which levy duties on billions of dollars of solar panels derives more than a third of its revenues from person said. The Huawei spokeswoman noted roads and airports as they seek stable returns amid does not disclose its assets under management but from China, EU officials have told Reuters. Europe, Middle East and Africa, while ZTE gets that the company had offered several times to increased volatility in equity and debt investments. which industry executives estimate controls Unlisted Huawei was a little-known telecom around a quarter of its revenues from Europe, meet the European Commission but was ADIA said on Wednesday John McCarthy, previous- between $400 billion and $600 billion, owns a 9.9 equipment firm less than a decade ago but now, the Americas and Oceania markets, company rebuffed. “We are open to talking with stake- ly head of infrastructure at Deutsche Bank’s asset percent stake in Thames Water, Britain’s largest along with its smaller rival ZTE, it holds almost a data showed. No further breakdown was avail- holders. Because there are allegations, there are and wealth management arm, will oversee its exist- water and waste water firm. It was one of the par- quarter of the European market. able. misunderstandings and misperceptions, that’s ing portfolio and originate new transactions. ties in a consortium which acquired a 24.1 percent That poses a security risk, the Commission “There is probably slightly more impact on why we are always keen to discuss with all the McCarthy replaces Chris Koski who left the fund stake in Gassled, Norway’s gas transmission says, because European industries ranging from Huawei as it has a larger market share in Europe stakeholders,” Tina Tsai said. —Reuters last year and who was the go-to person for bankers pipeline system, in 2011. In April, a consortium and funds pitching infrastructure-related invest- which included a unit of ADIA bought the long- ments to the Abu Dhabi fund. Among other Gulf term leases on two major ports from Australia’s sovereign funds eyeing infrastructure investments, New South Wales state government for $5.35 bil- EU raids oil majors in probe Kuwait Investment Authority is leading a consor- lion. —Reuters

BRUSSELS: The European Close (MOC) price assessment off”, telling the Daily Mail that it ulation. “Last year, in a debate that Commission has carried out sur- process, used to report prices in “has been warning since 2005 I pressed for, parliament voted US targets Iran rial prise inspections at several major particular for crude oil, refined oil about the activity of speculation in unanimously for an investigation oil companies over possible price products and biofuels, and may oil and fuel markets.” David Bizley, into the oil market,” he explained. in sanctions pressure fixing in breach of EU anti-trust have been ongoing since 2002,” technical director of car services “These latest allegations underline rules. The Commission did not said Statoil, which is 67 percent company RAC, said the claims why that must happen urgently. WASHINGTON: The US is aiming to block gold sellers in neighboring Turkey and the United Arab name any of the companies owned by the Norwegian govern- were “worrying news for motorists” “High oil prices are crushing sales to Iranians to boost pressure on the rial cur- Emirates. “We have been very clear with the gov- involved in Tuesday’s raids but ment. and vowed his company would families across Britain. Motorists rency, as it steps up sanctions over the country’s ernments of Turkey and the UAE and elsewhere British energy giant BP, Shell and The European Commission said campaign for greater transparency are being taken for a very expen- alleged nuclear weapons program, officials said as well as the private sector that’s involved in the Norway’s Statoil said that their officials “carried out unannounced in the UK fuel market. sive ride.” Britain’s Office of Fair yesterday. Top officials of the US Treasury and gold trade, that as of July 1st all must stop, not offices had been visited. The inspections at the premises of sev- Shadow energy and climate Trading (OFT) ruled out a probe State Department said in Congressional testimo- just the trade to the government.” Commission statement explained eral companies active in and pro- change secretary Caroline Flint four months ago, concluding there ny that sanctions were having a deep impact on Cohen told the committee that sanctions that even small distortions of the viding services to the crude oil, called the reports “very concern- was “very limited evidence” that Tehran, interrupting oil exports at a cost of $3-5 were having repercussions on the Iranian econo- market could have a “huge impact refined oil products and biofuels ing”, which if true, suggested pump prices were being manipu- billion a month and contracting the economy. my, putting pressure on the country’s leaders to on the prices of crude oil, refined sectors. “These inspections took “shocking behaviour” in the oil lated. Former Liberal Democrat The next step, Treasury Under Secretary for give way to international pressure over its sus- oil products and biofuels purchases place in two EU member states,” a market. “When the allegations of treasury spokesman Matthew Terrorism and Financial Intelligence David Cohen pected nuclear program. He said the US Treasury and sales, potentially harming final statement said, adding that one price fixing in the gas market were Oakeshott compared the allega- said, was to increase pressure on the currency, estimates the economy contracted five to eight consumers”. country in the European Economic made, Labour warned that opaque tions to the Libor scandal, which which has lost half of its US dollar value in the percent last year because of a 50 percent decline In a statement, BP confirmed it Area (EEA) — of which Norway is a deals and relying on price report- resulted in several banks paying past year. “We will continue to identify ways to in oil export volumes since 2011. “is one of the companies that is member-was also involved. ing agencies left the market vul- out huge settlements over claims isolate Iran from the international financial sys- He also said the rial had fallen to 36,000 to the subject to an investigation ... We “The Commission has concerns nerable to abuse. “These latest they manipulated the key interest tem,” Cohen told the Senate Foreign Relations dollar on the open market from 16,000 at the are cooperating fully with the that the companies may have col- allegations of price fixing in the oil rate. Committee. “In particular, we are looking carefully beginning of 2012, forcing the Iranian central investigation and unable to com- luded... to manipulate the pub- market raise very similar ques- Larry Neal, the president of at actions that could increase pressure on the val- bank to tighten foreign currency supplies and ment further at this time.” A Shell lished prices for a number of oil and tions,” added the Labour MP. Platts, rejected similar accusations ue of the rial.” That includes trying to prevent sales driving inflation to more than 30 percent. In sepa- spokesman said: “We can confirm biofuel products,” it said. “Consumers need to know that the in a letter to the Financial Times of gold to the Iranian government and Iranian cit- rate testimony, US State Department that Shell companies are currently Additionally, the firms “may have prices they pay for their energy or earlier this week. “Your comparison izens, he said. “There’s a tremendous demand for Undersecretary for Political Affairs Wendy assisting the European prevented others from participat- petrol are fair, transparent and not of PRA (price reporting agency) gold among private Iranian citizens, which in Sherman said that attempts to block Iran’s oil Commission in an inquiry into trad- ing in the price assessment process, being manipulated by traders.” activity to Libor is a false one,” he some respects is an indication of the success of exports, its key source of foreign exchange, were ing activities. with a view to distorting published Colleague Chris Leslie said any said. “While PRAs do obtain infor- our sanctions,” Cohen said. “They are dumping biting. Fourteen of 20 importers of Iranian oil Norwegian firm Statoil and prices.” evidence of price fixing would be mation from ‘traders who may have their rials to buy gold as a way to try to preserve have ended their purchases, and the other six- Platts, the world’s leading oil price British motoring groups and “a shocking scandal for our finan- a vested interest in moving the their wealth, that is I think an indication that they China, India, Turkey, South Korea, Japan and reporting agency, also both con- politicians lined up to voice their cial markets” while Conservative markets,’ the agencies do not have recognize that the value of their currency is Taiwan-have significantly reduced their imports, firmed they were being investigat- anger at the allegations. The MP Robert Halfon repeated his any such vested interest,” he added. declining.” From July 1, he said, under new US she said. “We are continuing, of course, to press ed. “The suspected violations are Automobile Association predicted calls for a full investigation into “In contrast, our role is providing sanctions legislation, Washington is forbidding them for further significant reductions as is related to the Platts’ Market-On- that “the lid is about to be blown alleged cartels and market manip- market transparency.” —AFP gold sales to Iranians by anyone, including gold- required under the law.” —AFP

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Ltd Jamaican Dollars 0.0028600 0.0038600 Euro .3680000 .3760000 GCC COUNTRIES Japanese Yen 0.0027338 0.0029138 Swiss francs .3020000 .3170000 Saudi Riyal 76.511 Rate for Transfer Selling Rate Kenyan Shilling 0.0033582 0.0035882 Canadian Dollar .2780000 .2920000 Qatari Riyal 78.835 US Dollar 286.550 Malaysian Ringgit 0.0908389 0.0978389 Omani Riyal 745.230 Nepalese Rupee 0.0031166 0.0033166 Australian DLR .2940000 .3020000 Canadian Dollar 284.780 Bahraini Dinar 762.060 Pakistan Rupee 0.0028798 0.0029198 Indian rupees .0040000 .0069000 Sterling Pound 447.730 Sri Lanka Rupee .0020000 .0035000 UAE Dirham 78.126 Philippine Peso 0.0064905 0.0069605 Euro 371.435 Sierra Leone 0.0000731 0.0000761 UAE dirhams .0771240 .0778990 Swiss Frank 297.210 Bahraini dinars .7513970 .7589480 ARAB COUNTRIES Singapore Dollar 0.2267879 0.2327879 Egyptian Pound - Cash 41.200 Bahrain Dinar 758.655 Sri Lankan Rupee 0.0022204 0.0022624 Jordanian dinar .3930000 .4110000 UAE Dirhams 77.995 Saudi riyals .0720000 .0770000 Egyptian Pound - Transfer 40.595 Thai Baht 0.0092650 0.0098650 Yemen Riyal/for 1000 1.338 Qatari Riyals 78.655 Arab Omani riyals .7366120 .7440150 Tunisian Dinar 173.820 Saudi Riyals 76.375 Bahraini Dinar 0.7524592 0.7609592 Egyptian pounds .0370000 .0440000 Jordanian Dinar 405.170 Jordanian Dinar 403.940 Egyptian Pound 0.0390086 0.0410386 Lebanese Lira/for 1000 1.925 Egyptian Pound 40.620 Ethiopeanbirr 0.0129242 0.0194242 CUSTOMER TRANSFER RATES Syrian Lier 3.117 Sri Lankan Rupees 2.265 Ghanaian Cedi 0.1454715 0.1472615 US Dollar/KD .2841000 .2862000 Morocco Dirham 34.021 Indian Rupees 5.235 Iranian Riyal 0.0000796 0.0000801 GB Pound/KD .4338920 .4370990 Pakistani Rupees 2.904 Iraqi Dinar 0.0001728 0.0002328 Euro .3707360 .3734770 EUROPEAN & AMERICAN COUNTRIES Bangladesh Taka 3.675 Jordanian Dinar 0.3979604 0.4054604 Swiss francs .3043390 .3065880 US Dollar Transfer 286.800 Philippines Pesso 6.969 Kuwaiti Dinar 1.0000000 1.0000000 Canadian dollars .2795430 .2816100 Euro 372.410 Cyprus pound 702.930 Lebanese Pound 0.0001756 0.0001956 Danish Kroner .0497330 .0501010 Sterling Pound 438.230 Japanese Yen 3.800 Moroccan Dirhams 0.0219005 0.0450052 Swedish Kroner .0443660 .0446940 Canadian dollar 282.840 Thai Bhat 9.730 Nigerian Naira 0.0012190 0.0018540 Australian dlr .2963730 .2985640 Turkish lira 158.720 Syrian Pound 4.095 Omani Riyal 0.7324971 0.7434971 Hong Kong dlr .0365940 .0368650 Swiss Franc 298.440 Nepalese Rupees 3.365 Qatar Riyal 0.0779704 0.0787534 Saudi Riyal 0.0758000 0.0764400 Singapore dlr .2291130 .2308060 US Dollar Buying 285.600 Malaysian Ringgit 95.500 Japanese yen .0029600 .0028810 Sudanese Pounds 0.0465443 0.0470943 Syrian Pound 0.0031207 0.0033407 Indian Rs/KD .0000000 .0052870 GOLD Bahrain Exchange Company Sri Lanka rupee .0000000 .0022880 20 Gram 298.000 Tunisian Dinar 0.1728462 0.1788462 Pakistan rupee .0000000 .0029190 10 Gram 150.000 UAE Dirhams 0.0765080 0.0779580 5 Gram 77.500 COUNTRY SELL CASH SELLDRAFT Yemeni Riyal 0.0012916 0.0013918 Bangladesh taka .0000000 .0036810 Europe UAE dirhams .0773800 .0779520 British Pound 0.4311675 0.4401675 Bahraini dinars .7538810 .7594530 UAE Exchange Centre WLL Czech Korune 0.0062090 0.0182090 Al Mulla Exchange Jordanian dinar .0000000 .4048090 Danish Krone 0.0459301 0.0509301 Saudi Riyal/KD .0757800 .0763400 COUNTRY SELL DRAFT SELL CASH Euro 0.3672796 0.3747796 Currency Transfer Rate (Per 1000) Omani riyals .7382100 .7436660 Australian Dollar 299.45 298.000 Norwegian Krone 0.0454118 0.0506118 Scottish Pound 0.4291120 0.4366120 US Dollar 285.700 Philippine Peso .0000000 .0069870 Canadian Dollar 285.97 285.000 Swedish Krona 0.0394043 0.0444043 Euro 374.550 Swiss Franc 306.21 307.000 Swiss Franc 0.2953155 0.3023155 Pound Sterling 440.000 Euro 376.06 374.500 Al-Muzaini Exchange Co. Australasia Canadian Dollar 285.150 US Dollar 284.60 285.500 Australian Dollar 0.2754572 0.2874572 Sterling Pound 444.81 449.000 Japanese Yen 2.855 New Zealand Dollar 0.2290480 0.2390480 Indian Rupee 5.228 ASIAN COUNTRIES Japanese Yen 2.98 3.300 Uganda Shilling 0.0001142 0.0001142 Japanese Yen 2.809 Bangladesh Taka 3.675 3.720 Egyptian Pound 40.550 America Sri Lankan Rupee 2.257 Indian Rupees 5.237 Indian Rupee 5.263 5.450 Canadian Dollar 0.2763333 0.2853333 Bangladesh Taka 3.668 Pakistani Rupees 2.911 Sri Lankan Rupee 2.245 2.430 Colombian Peso 0.0001456 0.0001636 Srilankan Rupees 2.265 Nepali Rupee 3.313 3.400 US Dollars 0.2839500 0.2861000 Philippines Peso 6.933 Nepali Rupees 3.280 Pakistani Rupee 2.896 2.953 Asia Pakistan Rupee 2.905 Singapore Dollar 231.290 UAE Dirhams 77.55 78.000 Bangladesh Taka 0.0036286 0.0036836 Bahraini Dinar 760.850 Hongkong Dollar 36.952 Bahraini Dinar 757.78 756.800 Cape Vrde Escudo 0.0031744 0.0034044 UAE Dirham 77.850 Bangladesh Taka 3.672 Egyptian Pound 40.62 40.500 Chinese Yuan 0.0455905 0.0505905 Saudi Riyal 76.300 Philippine Peso 6.979 Jordanian Dinar 405.45 410.000 Eritrea-Nakfa 0.0165400 0.0196400 *Rates are subject to change THURSDAY, MAY 16, 2013 BUSINESS Saudi regulations target stock market speculators Biggest Arab market dominated by retail traders

DUBAI: A drive for tighter regulation of Saudi the region, the government is spending billions of rule might end debacles such as the case of Arabia’s stock market may help to break the hold dollars to ease social discontent by cutting unem- National Medical Care Co, which listed on March of short-term speculators on share prices, making ployment and poverty. Stronger capital markets 13. It rocketed to an intra-day high of 200 riyals the market more attractive to local and foreign could stimulate the private sector and create jobs. from its initial public offer price of 27 riyals, but institutional investors. This week the Capital ended its first day at 122 riyals and by March 31, Market Authority, operating under a new chair- New chairman had slid back to 72 riyals. man, announced a series of measures designed to The move against speculation appears to have On Monday, the CMA said it was discussing reduce the volatility of shares, make them harder backing at the top of the government. King with industry participants a proposal to calculate to manipulate and improve the quality of listed Abdullah appointed Mohammed bin Abdulmalik a stock’s closing price using the average in the companies. Al Al-Sheikh, previously an executive director at last 15 minutes of trading, weighted by volume, Authorities have tried in the past to lift the mar- the World Bank, as chairman of the CMA in instead of simply the last trade. This would make ket’s tone, with limited success. Currently over 90 February. it harder for traders to manipulate the closing percent of daily trading on the Arab world’s Al-Sheikh has worked at US law firm Latham & price. The CMA also proposed sanctioning listed biggest stock market, which has a capitalisation of Watkins in Riyadh; the firm said he had nearly two firms if their accumulated losses exceeded 50 per- about $400 billion, is conducted by retail investors decades of experience representing sovereign cent of their capital. The current regulation sets a NEW YORK: Traders gather at the post of specialist Ronnie Howard (center) on rather than institutions, officials say. Because such wealth funds and government bodies in Saudi threshold of 75 percent. Earlier this month, the floor of the New York Stock Exchange. —AP investors often chase short-term gains in low- Arabia, and that his law practice focused on authorities signalled they were serious about priced shares that are easy to manipulate, prices mergers and acquisitions, capital markets and such standards by ordering the delisting and liq- can become very volatile and money is sucked project finance. uidation of Saudi Integrated Telecom Co, a rela- Stock market rises back away from blue-chip companies that deserve to Last week Al-Sheikh told reporters that with tively small and new firm which had struggled be more highly valued. This hurts the market’s role other government bodies, the CMA was develop- with losses for months. into record territory as a stable source of funds for corporate invest- ing a strategy to promote institutional trading on ment. the stock market, and was disappointed by the Impact NEW YORK: The stock market marched modest growth in the US.” The US economy The CMA’s initiatives this week suggest it is current “high levels of speculation” in shares. “The Share price movements since Sunday suggest back into record territory Tuesday as grew at an annual rate of 2.5 percent in the making its strongest effort in years to change that CMA should put a limit on this manipulation to some investors are worried by the CMA’s policy. investors seized on the latest encouraging first quarter. While hiring has picked up, the pattern, fund managers and analysts said. “The safeguard investors. We are currently trying to Small-capital and insurance stocks, which are news about the economy. This time, it was a unemployment rate is still at 7.5 percent, new management of CMA has started their work address this issue,” he said. often favoured by speculators, have dropped; Al- On Sunday, the CMA announced stocks would Ahlia Cooperative Insurance Co plunged its 10 report on the health of small businesses. above the 6.5 percent rate that the Fed is to enhance the market overall - expect a few more changes,” said Mohammad Omran, an independ- be limited to price swings of 10 percent on their percent limit on Monday and by the same Small business owners were slightly more targeting. As a result, the central bank is ent financial analyst in Riyadh. “These initiatives first day of trade, as opposed to the unlimited amount on Tuesday. The sector’s index lost 12.3 optimistic in April, according to a survey expected to keep buying bonds to hold will try to organise the practices in the market and movement allowed previously. A 10 percent daily percent in the last three days. released by the National Federation of down long-term interest rates and encour- move it away from illegal and speculative trading.” limit is already applied after listing day. By slow- The overall stock market has not suffered Independent Business before the stock mar- age more borrowing and spending. If successful, the reforms could make the Saudi ing the ascent of newly listed stocks, the new rule much, however, suggesting other investors see ket opened. That helped push the Russell Earnings of companies in the S&P 500 market more welcoming to foreign as well as local may give institutional investors, which tend to benefits in the reforms. The main market index 2000, an index of small-company stocks, up index, meanwhile, increased about 5 per- institutional investors. At present foreigners can have longer-term horizons, more time to buy into fell 1 percent between Sunday and yesterday. 1.3 percent, ahead of other major indexes. cent in the first quarter, and are expected to invest only via a small number of exchange-traded them. Alalaiwat said that in the long term, retail “Small businesses are in many ways the grow even faster in the second half of the funds and swap arrangements; Riyadh has for sev- “This is a step towards a more sophisticated investors would be forced to become more intelli- backbone of the economy ... to see that year, according to S&P Capital IQ. All 10 eral years been preparing to permit direct invest- market - the price of the IPO will hold more value,” gent in their stock picks, rather than simply chas- index move up was a positive surprise,” said industry groups in the S&P 500 index rose ment, though it has not set a date for implementa- said Tariq Alalaiwat, international sales manager ing shares that appeared to have entered an Quincy Krosby, market strategist for Tuesday, led by a 1.7 percent increase in tion. at NCB Capital. “Usually, books are more inflated uptrend. “These new regulations will calm down Prudential Financial. “Overall, the market banks and insurers. Financial stocks are up Stock market reform also has political implica- than they need to be, and people buy into loss- the market and people will have to start picking wants to move higher and it’s hard to fight the most in the past month, 6.1 percent. tions. After the Arab Spring uprisings elsewhere in making companies for a quick buck.” The new stocks with fundamental value.” —Reuters that.” The Russell index is 16.1 percent higher Bank of America climbed to its highest in since the start of the year, and is up more more than two years. The stock rose 36 than the Standard & Poor’s 500 index, which cents, or 2.8 percent, to $13.34. JPMorgan includes larger, global companies. Small rose 56 cents, or 1.1 percent, to $50.23. The Air India’s Dreamliner takes to skies stocks are doing well partly because they are Nasdaq composite index rose 23.82 points, more focused on the US, which is recovering, or 0.7 percent, to 3,462.61. The Dow has and don’t get as much revenue from reces- risen 16.1 percent this year, the S&P 500 sion-plagued Europe as larger companies do. index 15.7 percent. Lanka hype runs The advance in small-company stocks is another sign of how optimistic investors Big movers in stocks: out over economy have become. Smaller stocks are more risky Sony’s US-listed shares jumped 10 per- than large ones, but also offer investors the cent after hedge fund manager Daniel Loeb COLOMBO: After crushing Tamil rebels four years prospect of greater returns in a rising mar- called for the company to sell part of its ago Sri Lanka expected to become South Asia’s tiger ket. Another closely watched stock market entertainment business and use the money economy, but exuberance has given way to indicator has also been on a tear: trans- to shore up its struggling electronics busi- mediocre growth and fears of more trouble ahead. portation stocks. The Dow Jones transporta- ness. The stock rose $1.87 to $20.76. The country was almost broke when troops defeat- tion average rose 1.9 percent Tuesday and is ed separatist Tamil Tigers in May 2009, but Colombo up 21.8 percent this year, far more than oth- Treasurys: predicted that ending 37 years of bloodshed alone er major indexes. Investors often see these In government bond trading, the price of would jump-start the economy and make Sri Lanka stocks as an indicator of where the econo- the 10-year Treasury note fell and its yield the “Singapore of South Asia”. my is headed. When companies make and rose to 1.97 percent from 1.92 percent late “Sri Lanka had a sudden opportunity at the end ship more goods, the thinking goes, truck- Monday, as investors shifted money out of of the war, but we failed to leverage that,” said oppo- ers, airlines and railways do more business. bonds and into riskier assets like stocks. It’s sition lawmaker Harsha de Silva. “Our policies were The market rose from the opening of the highest level for the yield since mid- not conducive to attracting global investor atten- trading and climbed steadily throughout March. The yield on the note hit a low for NEW DELHI: In this photograph, an Indian security official looks on as Air tion.” De Silva, who is also an economist, said the the day. It got support early after hedge the year of 1.63 percent on May 1. It began India’s first Boeing 787 Dreamliner arrives at Indira Gandhi International government’s reliance on state enterprises and the fund manager David Tepper said that he is surging two days later after the govern- Airport Terminal T-3. —AFP renationalistion of several privatised ventures in still bullish on stocks. Speaking on CNBC ment reported a strong increase in hiring 2011 was a “knockout punch” that discouraged before the market opened, Tepper said that over the past three months. NEW DELHI: State-run Air India yesterday to give details. “We resumed service with two investors. investors shouldn’t worry about the Fed resumed flights of its Dreamliner jets four flights today and we will start flying The record 8.0 and 8.2 percent growth rates in tapering its stimulus program. The money Currencies: months after global regulators grounded the Dreamliners to London on May 22 which will be the first two full years after the war gave way to a manager has about $18 billion dollars The yen weakened against the dollar. Boeing planes following technical glitches in followed by flights to Frankfurt and Paris,” said much slower 6.4 percent last year-slower than dur- under management, according to the One dollar bought 102.24 Japanese yen as the passenger aircraft. All 50 Dreamliners oper- G.P. Rao, a spokesman for the national carrier. ing some of the war years. The government has pre- broadcaster. of late Tuesday, up from 101.93 yen late ating globally were grounded in January after a “Both the flights were overbooked,” Rao told dicted growth of around seven percent for 2013, but The Dow Jones industrial average rose Monday. The dollar surged above 100 yen fire aboard a parked Japan Airlines 787 in AFP. Chicago-based Boeing has insisted its sources in the International Monetary Fund say that 123.57 points, or 0.8 percent, to 15,215.25. last week for the first time in four years. January and a smoking battery that forced the Dreamliners are safe. “We are confident that the is too optimistic. The S&P 500 index rose 16.57 points, or 1 Japan’s currency has been falling as the emergency landing of an All Nippon Airways 787 is safe and we stand behind its overall The IMF, which bailed out Sri Lanka with a $2.6 percent, to 1,650.34. Both closed at all-time country’s central bank floods the Japanese 787 the same month. integrity,” Boeing’s senior vice president Dinesh billion rescue package when foreign reserves hit highs after stalling on Monday. The Dow economy with cash in an effort to revive it The US Federal Aviation Administration Keskar said at the joint press conference with rock bottom at the end of the war, is warning of a has gained for 18 straight Tuesdays. The from a two-decade slump. The euro edged approved Boeing’s new battery system design Nandan. Air India bought 27 Dreamliners as looming debt crisis and rising inflation. On the eve only day with a longer streak of consecutive down to $1.294 from $1.297. in April which allowed airlines around the world part of a multi-billion-dollar deal in 2005. It of the celebrations marking the killing of Tamil Tiger gains is Wednesday, with 24 back in 1968, to begin modifying the Dreamliner planes. “We received the first plane last September and now leader Velupillai Prabhakaran on May 18, 2009, end- according to Schaeffer’s Investment Commodities: treat the Dreamliners as a game-changer for us has six, with the remaining 21 due to arrive by ing a protracted guerrilla war, the IMF country’s rep- Research. May has been a strong month for The strengthening dollar weighed on as this aircraft will improve our revenues over 2016. resentative, Koshy Mathai, cautioned Colombo on the market. The S&P has risen eight of the commodities. When the dollar rises, it the years,” debt-laden Air India chairman Rohit Air India chairman Nandan announced at the economy. past nine days, the Russell and Dow trans- makes dollar-denominated commodities Nandan told a news conference in New Delhi. the news conference that Boeing will deliver the He said Sri Lanka’s revenue collection was among portation average have risen seven. The like crude oil more expensive to investors Air India is betting big on the Dreamliner to seventh plane later in the month. The Indian the lowest in Asia, public investment was also prospect of continued stimulus from the using other currencies, like yen and euros. take on the competition in the country’s fiercely Dreamliners were initially due for delivery among the lowest and national debt at 80 percent Federal Reserve has also supported the That tends to decrease demand for those competitive airline market where nimbler pri- between 2008 and 2011 but a row over of GDP was far too high. Mathai has urged Sri Lanka market’s run-up. goods, driving their prices lower. The price vate sector rivals with newer planes have badly demands by Air India for compensation for the to reform hugely loss-making state enterprises, eroded its market share. The resumption of delay held up delivery. For stock investors, the US economy is of crude oil fell 96 cents, or 1 percent, to including the electricity monopoly which raised tar- Dreamliner flights by Air India came a day after Air India’s once-commanding market share “not too hot, not too cold,” said Michael $94.21 a barrel. Oil has lost $2.41 a barrel iffs by over 65 percent, a move that has sparked India’s Directorate General of Civil Aviation gave shrank to 18 percent last year in the face of Sheldon, chief market strategist at RDM over the past four days. On Tuesday, a lead- widespread protests from trade unions. the green light to resume operation of the fierce competition from private carriers that Financial. It’s weak enough that the Fed will ing global energy agency raised its forecast Charu Lata Hogg of the London-based Chatham planes. Nandan added that the carrier will have taken to the air since India liberalised its House thinktank said most Sri Lankans had yet to continue its $85 billion-a-month economic for US oil production and cut its forecast for replace its eight older Boeing B-777s with wide- aviation sector in the 1990s. The Indian govern- stimulus program, but strong enough for worldwide demand. Gold fell $9.80, or 0.7 enjoy the peace dividend. “Iniquitous development, bodied Dreamliners. Airline officials said the car- ment in April 2012 cleared a $5.75 billion sustained military expense... and an escalating price companies to generate healthy earnings. percent, to $1,424.50. Copper dropped the rier aims to make the Dreamliners its workhorse bailout package to help the carrier, which has “There is a lot of momentum in the mar- most among major commodities. The July rise have together ensured that the life of the ordi- in coming years. “We will either sell or lease accumulated debts of $8.3 billion, but warned nary Sri Lankan has not improved,” she told AFP. ket right now,” Sheldon said. “It’s largely contract fell 7.2 cents, or 2.1 percent, to them... We are already in discussion with Boeing the airline that it would have to fend for itself in being fueled by the Federal Reserve and $3.288 a pound. —AP Colombo is also under pressure from the West to to help us in this matter,” Nandan said, declining the future. —AFP probe alleged war crimes by its troops and to seal an autonomy deal with minority Tamils to ensure there Sony shares surges after US fund proposes spin-off is no sliding back to war. Unhappy with the lack of progress on this front, TOKYO: Sony shares rocketed yesterday after interest in Japan with Tokyo’s pledge to stoke such as Alicia Keys and Taylor Swift, by distrib- the European Union has withdrawn tariff conces- a US hedge fund called for the partial sell-off the country’s long-stagnant economy help- uting shares to those who already have hold- sions from President Mahinda Rajapakse’s govern- of its entertainment unit, in a rare bid by a ing to send the benchmark Nikkei 225 index ings in the parent company. The offering ment. Weaker exports coupled with higher imports major foreign shareholder to penetrate soaring to more than five-year highs. Last would act as an incentive to bring up the saw Sri Lanka face one of its most lopsided balance Japan’s staid corporate culture. The Tokyo-list- week, Sony reported its first annual net profit unit’s lagging profit margins, he said, adding of payments in 2011 with the trade deficit hitting a ed stock closed 10.38 percent higher at 2,072 in five years, although it was largely driven by that the “under performance would be reme- record $10 billion. It prompted a devaluation and an yen, capping a big turnaround since last year a weakening of the yen-which boost the val- died by a more disciplined management interest rate hike. when it dropped below 1,000 yen for the first ue of its repatriated foreign income-and a approach to Sony Entertainment”. The central bank admitted last week that all was time since the era of the portable Walkman string of asset sales including unloading its While such action is common in the not well and it was cutting its key lending rate by 50 music player. Manhattan headquarters. Hirai has launched United States, it is rare for a foreign sharehold- basis points in a bid to revive growth. The end of the Billionaire Daniel Loeb, who says his firm what he called an “urgent” restructuring plan, er to have success in bringing about change war saw a revival in tourism, with hotels more than Third Point is now Sony’s largest investor including thousands of job cuts, as Sony con- at a Japanese firm, with many major corpora- doubling their rates as the number of visitors to the through direct and indirect holdings, pro- tinued to pile up losses in its ailing television tions controlled by domestic institutional tropical Indian ocean island broke the one million posed selling off as much as 20 percent of the and consumer electronics units. shareholders. “I think it’s unlikely Sony will act barrier. Japanese giant’s entertainment arm, which Sony and and domestic rivals Sharp and on Third Point’s request,” said Seiichi Suzuki, Murtaza Jafferjee, an analyst at Colombo-based includes profitable movie and music divi- Panasonic have struggled in the low-margin analyst at Tokai Tokyo Securities. “Generally JB Securities, said tourism was important, but its sions. Loeb-an outspoken shareholder activist television business against foreign rivals, speaking, shareholders and companies in contribution to GDP was minor compared to the known for his aggressive style in trying to while slowing demand overseas and poten- Japan share similar values in terms of seeking struggling manufacturing and agricultural sectors. force change at targeted firms-said he sup- tially strategic mistakes-such as coming late long-term profits from their mainstay busi- “Tourism is important... but it’s not going to save ported chief executive Kazuo Hirai’s bid to to the lucrative smartphone market-also bat- nesses over the short-term benefits of a jump TOKYO: Models display the new smartphone handsets of the economy,” he told AFP. Independent economist shake up one of Japan Inc.’s best-known tered their finances. Still, Japan’s electronics in the share price.” Hirai is set to outline Sony’s Japanese mobile communication giant NTT Docomo (L-R) Channa Amaratunga said the global slowdown had names. “Since taking the helm as chief execu- giants have been wary about slicing up busi- plans going forward next week, but the firm Sharp's Aquos phone Zeta, Sony's Xperia A, Samsung's Galaxy also affected Sri Lanka. “There is a lot of infrastruc- tive officer (last year), your stated commit- nesses that encompass a vast range of con- has initially rebuffed Loeb. Sony said it would S4 and Fujitsu's Arrows NX in Tokyo yesterday. NTT Docomo ture work in war-affected areas, but the private ment to reinvigorating the company has giv- sumer products with everything from DVD continue “constructive dialogue with our also announced the company had formed a business alliance investment is not enough,” Amaratunga said. en us hope that Sony is entering a new era,” players to washing machines. Loeb wants shareholders as we pursue our strategy”, but with smartphone based free voice and messaging service “There were unrealistic expectations of 10 percent Loeb said in a letter to Hirai dated May 14. But Sony to float part of its media division, which added that the “entertainment businesses are growth at the end of the war. It is more tempered “for Sony to change, Sony must focus”. The call includes one of Hollywood’s biggest movie important contributors to Sony’s growth and provider Line to enhance the convenience of voice and mes- now.” —AFP comes as foreign investors take a renewed studios and a major music label with artists are not for sale”. —AFP saging applications for Docomo's smartphones. —AFP THURSDAY, MAY 16, 2013 BUSINESS

Jet Airways has daily services to Kuwait, Abu Dhabi from Kochi

MUMBAI: Jet Airways, India’s premier interna- meals that are regional favorites. eral cities in India. Jet Airways presently oper- Sudheer Raghavan, Chief Commercial tional airline, will introduce daily services from The introduction of the new daily service will ates over 50 flights between India and the Gulf. Officer, Jet Airways, said Jet Airways is happy to Kochi to Kuwait via Abu Dhabi, effective from further strengthen Jet Airways’ presence in the Jet Airways flight 9W 576 will depart Kochi provide a daily service from Kochi to Abu Dhabi today. Jet Airways presently operates double Gulf, where it has emerged as one of the lead- at 1755 hrs (Local Time), arrive Abu Dhabi 2030 and Kuwait, an indication of the strong daily flights between Mumbai and Kuwait. The ing carriers on this sector, catering to the large hrs (LT), depart at 2120 hrs (LT) and arrive demand on this sector. Jet Airways has estab- airline will deploy a state-of-the-art Boeing 737- number of Indians in the Gulf. The new service Kuwait at 2205 hrs (LT). On the return direction, lished itself as a prestigious brand on account 800 Next Generation (NG) aircraft on this route, from the city will complement the airline’s exist- flight 9W 575 will depart Kuwait at 2305 hrs LT; of the warmth of its service and quality of its in- offering Premiere and Economy guests the best ing daily Gulf operations to Abu Dhabi, Bahrain, arrive Abu Dhabi at 0150 hrs (LT); depart at flight product and we are confident that this in-flight product and services along with award- Dubai, Doha, Kuwait, Muscat and Sharjah, as 0240 hrs and arrive in Kochi at 0810 hrs LT the daily service would also prove equally popular winning in-flight Entertainment (IFE), as also well as Jeddah, Riyadh and Dammam, from sev- following day. with its guests.

Mashreq signs 25-year concession contract with East Port Said Authority

KUWAIT: Citadel Capital, the leading trade worldwide. investment company in Africa and the Mashreq’s growth prospects in the stor- Middle East, announced yesterday that age market are based on both the fast-ris- core platform company Mashreq Petroleum ing rate at which petroleum products are has signed a 25-year concession agreement transiting the Suez Canal as well as the with the East Port Said Port Authority. The Middle East and Mediterranean regions’ agreement is extendable by up to five years status as deficit markets for diesel and based on a 90 percent achievement rate of gasoil. Transportation of petroleum prod- operational targets and will allow Mashreq ucts through the Canal reached an estimat- to build the first independent tank terminal ed 110 million tons in 2012, growing at a in Egypt. rate of around 19% annually over the previ- “Coming on the heels of Cabinet-level ous eight years, while there remains a approval for the project, the concession notable shortage in bunkering services in agreement between Mashreq and the Port the region. Said Port Authority clears the way for the The concession is based on a build- fast-tracking of this critical project, which operate-transfer (BOT) system for 25 years, stands as a backup to Egypt’s national ener- extendable by one year for every five years gy security,” said Mashreq Petroleum during which the project achieves at least Chairman and Managing Director Dr Tamer 90 percent of its operational targets. In Abubakr. Mashreq Petroleum is a core plat- total this will result in a 30-year concession form company of Citadel Capital estab- in addition to a three-year grace period for lished in 2004 to build and operate the first construction. This strategically vital fuel tank terminal and logistics hub of its kind bunkering and storage facility in Port Said in the region. The original contract for Port supports the Suez Canal as the world’s Mashreq was signed on December 10th, leading maritime trade route for both com- 2005 under law number 8 of 1997. modities and petroleum products. The The EGP 3 billion facility will have capac- project is expected to help attract global ity for up to 800,000 metric tons of product, companies and large shipping lines to including liquid bulk (fuel oil, gasoil, naph- operate at the port and simultaneously tha and jet fuel) and bunker fuels. Mashreq help ease the nation’s shortage of refined will have an annual storage capacity of 10 products by facilitating imports. In cooper- million metric tons per year and an annual ation with EGPC, the facility will be linked bunkering capacity of 2-3 million tons with to the national petroleum pipeline grid at a three berths that will accommodate junction point located 17 kilometers south tankers up to 120,000 DWT and four berths of the project. Mashreq will also help stim- for bunkering barges. The project will be ulate the growth of additional sectors in completed in several phases. East Port Said, including the planned estab- The facility will primarily serve the liquid lishment of new power generation facilities bulk market in the Far East, the Middle East and an industrial zone. All necessary regu- and the broader Mediterranean region. latory and governmental approvals have Mashreq will also provide fuel bunkering been obtained, including approved envi- services for ships transiting the Suez Canal, ronmental impact assessment reports. to capitalize on the unique location of the Mashreq has also completed the design of world’s busiest maritime route, with more its tank farm. Energy is one of Citadel than 20,000 vessels transiting annually. Capital’s five core industries of focus along- Total traffic through the Canal represents side transportation, agrifoods, mining and 10 percent of global maritime transport cement. Citadel Capital holds a 25 percent and approximately 22 percent of container ownership stake in Mashreq.

Turkish central bank wins respect for offbeat policy DUBAI: When Turkey’s central bank cut 2011 Turkey’s president appointed him to a interest rates last month, its decision five-year term as governor. Instead of hik- aroused a mixture of approval, criticism ing interest rates to fight high inflation, as and sheer confusion about exactly what orthodoxy might suggest, the monetary the decision aimed to achieve. Some econ- policy committee chaired by Basci has kept omists suggested the bank was trying to rates low to support economic growth dur- ease pressure for the lira currency to ing successive crises elsewhere. By prevent- strengthen; others that it was worried ing appreciation of the lira, this has helped about slow economic growth. Some to fuel Turkey’s export boom. argued it should have raised rates, not cut To deter destabilising flows of specula- them. Economy Minister Zafer Caglayan tive money into Turkey, Basci created a complained the cuts were months too late. wide “corridor” between the rates at which The controversy was par for the course the CBRT can borrow and lend in the under the bank’s iconoclastic governor overnight money market, and manipulated Erdem Basci, who over the past 2-1/2 years funding costs inside the corridor. He tried has given Turkey one of the most complex to rein in commercial bank lending growth monetary policy mixes of any major econo- and limit inflationary pressure not with tra- my. ditional interest rate rises, which would The Turkish central bank (CBRT) has have invited in more money, but by hiking been criticised for being soft on inflation, the reserves which banks must store at the for failing to curb excessive loan growth at central bank. A refinement of the system Turkish commercial banks - and for being allows some of the reserves to be held in baffling. “Inflation is declining, but the mer- foreign exchange and gold, adding to the its of the CBRT’s policy framework have not complexity. been fully established,” the International Basci’s policy is a radical response to the Monetary Fund grumbled in an annual boom-bust cycles that plagued Turkey in report last September. It said different parts past decades. It has removed some of the of the Turkish economy were interpreting traditional certainties of central banking, central bank policy differently, and urged such as the idea that a rise of inflation the bank to “avoid the impression that should be met by higher interest rates - objectives and tools are at times in conflict”. one reason the policy has proved so con- However, the bank has won growing troversial. Some analysts detect another respect from financial markets and main- factor behind the criticism of Basci: the stream economists. As central bankers in political and social changes that Turkey has sickly developed economies replace infla- undergone over the past decade under the tion-busting efforts with money-printing, rule of the moderately Islamist AK Party Basci has the complex task of ensuring that which, to the dismay of secular Turks, has the cheap funds flooding into Turkey find relaxed the state’s control over the expres- productive use and do not simply pump sion of religion. up prices or make banks indiscriminate in Basci’s wife wears an Islamic headscarf, their lending. and many Turks believe this was a reason He can claim that while Turkish bond why the country’s then-president, the and equity prices are at record highs, the staunchly secular Ahmet Necdet Sezer, lira, whose wild swings destabilised the vetoed him as CBRT governor in 2006. economy in years past, has been steady “Scepticism over Basci had to do a lot with against the US dollar since early 2012. In social and sociological sensitivities,” said January, the London-based magazine The Osman Cevdet Akcay, chief economist at Banker recognised Basci as “Central Bank Yapi Kredi Research in Istanbul, who Governor of the Year”, saying the CBRT “had describes Basci as a “borderline genius”. moved ahead of other emerging markets” “The financial community did not give him in designing steps to cope with volatile the benefit of doubt when he took office.” international capital flows. As the CBRT The soft-spoken, politically adept Basci has gears up for its next policy-setting meeting avoided getting into slanging matches this Thursday, its success or failure could with his critics, but he has defended his sway the monetary policy approach of cen- policy on the grounds that ensuring stabili- tral banks in other fast-growing emerging ty of the financial system has become a pri- markets which face similar challenges. ority in an uncertain global environment. “Nowadays, since we have fiscal prudence Controversial in Turkey, we are focused more on financial Turkish policy is largely the brainchild of stability and how to minimise the side- Basci, a 46-year-old former academic who effects of extremely volatile international taught in Turkey and Britain before becom- capital flows,” he told CNBC television in ing CBRT deputy governor in 2003. In April February. —Reuters THURSDAY, MAY 16, 2013 BUSINESS Ryanair’s growth rate seen doubling by 2018 Fares on new routes set to reduce

DUBLIN: Ryanair aims to grow much faster than per year from 1.5 million at present and said the low if a “very significant” number of planes were previously indicated over the next five years in a government was actively trying to unwind his- sold or returned to leasing companies and that a bid to exploit the weakness of mid-tier European toric agreements with airports. number of 420-430 planes was more likely. rivals struggling with recession, the firm’s chief “You can look at the countries on the periph- Ryanair has a history of guiding the market down operating officer has told Reuters. Three decades ery and say they are basket cases, but in fact the before beating expectations. It is due to release after it launched the industry’s cheap flights rev- inverse of that is the case. They are under- its full-year results next Monday, with analysts olution, the Irish airline hopes to raise passenger served,” Cawley said. He said, for example, that forecasting pre-tax profit of 633 million euros, numbers by more than 8 percent annually in the number of seats per head of population was according to a Reuters poll. Rapid expansion will 2015-18, double last year’s growth and up from a around five times higher in Dublin, Ryanair’s come at a cost, however, with discounted tickets forecast of 5 percent it gave in March. “What we home base, than in Athens, pointing to the room on new routes cancelling out price increases have indicated to the market is pretty conserva- for expansion. Cawley said he saw huge potential elsewhere, cutting average fare growth sharply MARIKANA: Striking Lonmin mine workers dance and sing as they gather at tive, it is at the lowest level we would expect,” in secondary airports in other parts of the from the 16 percent seen last year. the Wonderkop stadium yesterday during an illegal strike. —AFP deputy CEO and Chief Operating Officer Michael Balkans and described Israel as a “fantastic “Fares (on new routes) will reduce, undoubt- Cawley said in an interview. “It’s very likely to be opportunity”, principally as a tourist destination. edly, that is how we expand,” Cawley said. “That’s much higher, edging up to 7 or 8 or even more.” the only way to stimulate more people to travel. Lonmin’s South African The bullish tone is firmly at odds with the eco- On a budget particularly in the economic environment we are nomic troubles afflicting business and govern- Ryanair’s no-frills model has attracted more in today.” “But (overall) we should see fares stable strike enters 2nd day ments across Europe. Cawley said the debt prob- international scheduled passengers than any oth- at least.” Non-ticket income from extras such as lems faced by many of the continent’s less devel- er airline, and it hopes to boost its share of the baggage and in-flight refreshments, which MARIKANA: Labour strife in South Africa’s pitch. “The police are shivering,” shouted oped and tourism-heavy southern countries European short-haul market from around 12 per- accounted for 21 percent of revenues last year, platinum belt intensified yesterday as a the marchers, wearing the signature emer- would play into Ryanair’s hands, forcing the pri- cent now to 20 percent within a decade. Agreeing will show “considerable growth” in 2013, boosted wildcat strike across Lonmin’s shafts ald green shirts of the AMCU. vatisation of airports and liberalisation of labour to buy 175 Boeing planes in March, the airline by the surprisingly successful roll out of reserved entered a second day, raising fears that fur- markets to provide the cheaper regimes it said it would grow its fleet to 400 by 2018, flying seating on planes. It is more difficult to predict ther violence could hit the country’s credit Ominous sign demands before investing in a route. The airline 100 million passengers per year, substantially at how they will perform over the next few years, rating. Tensions have been running high The challenge to NUM’s dominance of is “quite optimistic” it can clinch a deal to boost the expense of Europe’s national legacy carriers. but they will likely grow “a little bit ahead of pas- over looming job cuts and wage talks in the the sector has also rattled the African passengers to Greece to 10 million passengers But Cawley said numbers would only be that senger traffic,” Cawley said. —Reuters sector, complicated by a turf war between National Congress (ANC), the mining rival unions that contributed to violent union’s ally in the struggle against strikes at Lonmin and other platinum pro- apartheid, especially as the ruling party ducers last year. Further outbreaks of vio- gears up for an election this time next year. lence could damage the export competi- The previous day, strikers warned that Walmart checks tiveness of South Africa’s mining industry, those wanting to return to work would be with a possible credit downgrade for treated like “rats”, an ominous sign of intim- Bangladesh Africa’s biggest economy, analysts at rat- idation that has prevailed around Marikana ings agency Moody’s said in Johannesburg since August. “We don’t want NUM,” one factories yesterday. miner told Reuters, declining to give his At Lonmin’s Marikana mine 120km (70 name. The hostility between the factions NEW YORK: Wal-Mart Stores Inc stepped up miles) northwest of Johannesburg, several on the ground was mirrored in a fractious Bangladesh factory inspections while US and European dozen strikers brandishing sticks and radio debate yesterday, in which the two retailers pursued separate accords to try to prevent branches marched to a dusty football pitch unions’ leaders traded insults and blamed another disaster in a garment industry where more yesterday, chanting slogans denouncing each other for instigating the violence that than 1,200 workers have died in the past six months. the security forces. Company spokes- undermined 2012 growth and triggered Wal-Mart, the world’s biggest retailer, said it does not woman Sue Vey told reporters that Lonmin ratings downgrades early this year. plan to sign a fire and building safety agreement had not been issued with any formal “Their introduction in the area was backed by some of Europe’s biggest apparel brands demands relating to the two-day walkout through violence,” NUM general secretary because it believes its own safety inspection plans will at all its 13 shafts. “It seems to be union Frans Baleni said on the Talk Radio 702 get faster results. rivalry,” she said. show. “People were intimidated to join Wednesday is the deadline for retailers to decide The rivalry between the Association of AMCU. They were threatened and others whether to join the consortium, led by labour groups Mineworkers and Construction Union were killed. For them to sustain that mem- such as Europe’s IndustriALL. Other U.S. retailers includ- (AMCU) and the National Union of bership, they must maintain instability, ing Gap Inc said they would not join the European pact Mineworkers (NUM) erupted early last year severe violence, otherwise people will without changes in the way conflicts are resolved in at rival Impala Platinum. The AMCU has come back to the NUM.” the courts. US companies have been reluctant to join TOKYO: A woman walks by the electronic stock board of a securities firm recruited thousands of members from the AMCU president Joseph Mathunjwa any industry accord that creates legally binding objec- yesterday. —AP 30-year-old NUM. Since the start of the countered by accusing senior ANC party tives. unrest, violent strikes and protests have deputy president and NUM founder Cyril “Walmart believes its safety plan meets or exceeds resulted in more than 50 deaths, including Rampahosa of stoking the fire in a May the IndustriALL proposal, and will get results more Asia shares gain, Tokyo the killing of 34 striking Marikana miners Day speech in which he urged the NUM quickly,” the US retailer said in a statement on Tuesday. by police last August. to fight back. Lonmin shares fell more Walmart has begun checking the 279 factories that An NUM spokesman said on Tuesday than 3 percent, compounding Tuesday’s supply its stores, and plans to inspect them all within jumps as yen tumbles that the latest strike appeared to stem from 7 percent decline, while the rand retreat- six months. Its checks have already turned up two loca- HONG KONG: Asian shares were mostly high- to 1,650.36. Analysts said there was little fresh anger over the killing of an AMCU member ed to a three-week low against the dollar tions with safety problems and it asked the Bangladesh er yesterday, with the tumbling yen pushing news to drive the gains, but pointed to bullish in a Rustenburg tavern on Saturday. Police on fears that the unrest might spread government to suspend production at those factories. Japanese stocks to a fresh multi-year high as investor David Tepper, head of the Appaloosa kept a low profile yesterday, with only one across a sector that accounts for nearly In Chittagong, about 250 kms (15 miles) from improving confidence in the US economy Management hedge fund group, who told mine security guard watching as the strik- half of South Africa’s foreign exchange Bangladesh’s capital Dhaka, workers at one factory that boosted prospects for regional exporters. CNBC that the market could still go higher. ing workers made their way to the football earnings. —Reuters Walmart wants closed said they were unaware of any Tokyo jumped 2.29 percent, climbing above Recent economic data from the United States safety concerns and business was proceeding as usual. the psychologically key 15,000-mark for the has pointed towards a steady recovery in the Company officials at Stitch Tone Garments Ltd said first time in more than five years to end at world’s largest economy. On Monday the US they were no longer making clothes for Walmart, but 15,096.03 as the greenback surged through announced a slight improvement in con- did not say who they were currently supplying. the 102-yen level following record-setting sumer spending, with retail sales in April “We don’t know about the problems of our own- gains on Wall Street. touching $419.0 billion, up from $418.7 billion ers. We don’t know about the risk of building. We are “Renewed yen weakening should help the previous month, boosting the earnings working for our livelihood. If we stop the work, we Japan stocks to set fresh year highs, helped by outlook for Asian exporters. cannot survive,” said one of the workers, Parvin Akter. fresh investor fund flows and faith in an accel- The April jobs report in early May was also The minimum wage for Bangladesh’s garment work- erating global economy,” said SMBC Nikko stronger than expected. The US economy ers is about $38 a month, although many factories Securities general manager of equities added 165,000 new positions and February pay more than that in order to attract workers in a Hiroichi Nishi. Sydney fell 0.56 percent, or 29.3 and March job growth numbers were revised tight labour market. Bangladesh ranked last in mini- points, to 5,191.7 after the government’s aus- sharply upwards. Inflation data, which is due mum wages for factory workers in 2010, according to tere budget, unveiled late Tuesday, which today, will be the next key US release. The World Bank data. pushed back its plans to return to a surplus by dollar was at 102.59 yen in Asian trade com- The April 24 collapse of Rana Plaza in Savar, near four years. pared with 102.21 yen in New York late Dhaka, has focused attention on safety standards at Seoul gained 0.12 percent, or 2.43 points Tuesday-well above the mid-101 yen range a Bangladesh factories that make clothing for the to 1,971.26, Hong Kong climbed 0.50 percent, day earlier in Tokyo. The euro bought $1.2903 world’s major apparel brands and retailers. The death or 113.96 points, to 23,044.24 and Shanghai and 132.38 yen compared with $1.2935 and toll stood at 1,127 as rescue operations ended this rose 0.35 percent, or 7.79 points, to 2,224.80. 132.29 yen in New York. week. But the companies that rely on Bangladesh for US stocks surged to new all-time closing highs Oil was up in Asian trade, with New York’s inexpensive apparel have yet to agree on how best to Tuesday on renewed optimism after a promi- main contract, light sweet crude for delivery ensure safe working conditions. Walmart’s approach nent hedge fund manager said the stock rally in June, gaining 11 cents to $94.32 a barrel may be faster, but touches only a fraction of of 2013 still had room to go higher. The Dow and Brent North Sea crude for June delivery Bangladesh’s estimated 6,500 garment factories. The Jones Industrial Average rose 0.82 percent to adding 10 cents to $102.70. Gold was at LONDON: This file picture shows a branch of HSBC bank in London. —AFP European-led accord will take months to implement, a record 15,215.25. The broad-based S&P 500 $1,411.24 at 0935 GMT compared with but covers a wider spectrum. also reached a new high, adding 1.01 percent $1,428.40 on Tuesday. —AFP Trans-Atlantic split HSBC says will cut North American retailers discussed forging their Bangladesh bosses, labour own Bangladesh safety agreement as an alternative to Europe’s plan, though details were sparse. The more costs by 2016 National Retail Federation, one of the largest US retail hail retailers’ safety pledge trade associations, spoke on Tuesday with other trade groups and with its member companies about a pos- DHAKA: Bangladesh labour activists and 4,500 apparel factories. LONDON: Asia-focused bank HSBC strategy,” Gulliver in yesterday’s statement. garment-makers, relieved clients are staying “If they come forward and help repair, announced yestedray that it will make anoth- “We have announced the closure or dis- sible accord among North American retailers. Details from those calls were not yet available. Despite the put despite last month’s factory disaster, retro-fit or strengthen our factories it’s er $2-3 billion (1.5-2.3 billion euros) of new posal of 52 non-strategic or underperform- hailed yestedray a promise by top retailers good for all of us. It’s a reflection of their cost savings, as the group seeks to boost prof- ing businesses, achieved $4.0 billion of differences between US and European companies, the fact that the world’s biggest retailers were ready to make the country’s factories safer. The long-term commitment to Bangladesh,” itability. The lender said in a statement that it annualised sustainable cost savings and pledge followed last month’s collapse of a Islam told AFP. Bangladesh is the world’s will seek the additional sustainable savings generated double-digit loan growth in 15 to act shows how the latest tragedy has begun to bring about change. nine-storey factory complex outside Dhaka second largest apparel maker and the $20 between 2014 and 2016. Questioned about priority markets. that killed 1,127 people in one of the billion industry accounts for up to 80 per- the impact on jobs, chief executive Stuart “HSBC is now simpler, easier to manage In Dhaka, the government has inspected and closed more than a dozen garment factories because world’s worst industrial disasters. Labour cent of annual exports, but its factories Gulliver told journalists that the bank would and ready to take advantage of growth activists have campaigned for years for a have an appalling safety record. The agree- employ between 240,000 and 250,000 staff opportunities.” HSBC had announced last of structural problems. Workers have also begun to demand greater safety and labour rights protections. Western retailer-led drive to improve shock- ment, due to be formally signed in coming worldwide by 2016. That compares with the week that first-quarter net profits more than ing safety conditions at factories where days, commits retailers to have independ- current level of 254,000. doubled to $6.35 billion, aided by sliding bad Earlier this week, worker unrest prompted authorities to shut more 300 garment factories for indefinite workers toil for long hours in sweatshop ent building and fire safety inspections and HSBC had already revealed last week debts, deep cost cutting and a solid perform- conditions for paltry pay. pay for repairs. that it had slashed $4.0 billion from its ance in Britain and Hong Kong. Last year, how- periods in the Ashulia industrial belt, on the outskirts of Dhaka, which accounts for nearly 20 percent of The retailers’ commitment represents a The full list of signatories has yet to be annual costs, axing about 46,000 jobs since ever, HSBC had posted a 16.5-percent slump “huge victory”, said Kalpona Akter, head of revealed. But US-based PVH, owner of the 2011 under its previous three-year restruc- in net profits as it was hit by US money-laun- total exports. Garments make up about 80 percent of the Bangladesh Centre for Workers Tommy Hilfiger and Calvin Klein brands, turing plan. “We have transformed HSBC in dering fines, mis-selling scandals, rising taxa- Solidarity. The agreement, backed by a and Germany’s Tchibo were among the first the first phase of the execution of our tion and a vast accounting charge. —AFP Bangladesh’s exports, so the government is keen to ensure business continues as usual. With wages less Europe-based labour coalition called to support it, according to anti-sweatshop than half of what workers make in China, Western IndustriALL, is “going to benefit each and network The Clean Clothes Campaign. US M&S’s make-or-break clothing retailers are just as eager to keep sourcing from every garment worker”, he said. Top global retail giant Walmart has said it will inspect Bangladesh. But some workers doubt that change will brands including Benetton, Carrefour and all 279 of its Bangladesh suppliers for safety strategy gets early thumbs-up come any time soon. Mominur Rahman, who dam- Marks & Spencer joined clothing giants but has so far refused to sign on to the aged his spine jumping from the third floor to escape Inditex of Spain and H&M of Sweden on safety plan accepted by the European LONDON: Fashion media and analysts broadly bid speculation, rose up to 4 percent, hitting a the deadly fire that ripped through the Tazreen facto- Tuesday in signing on for the deal to retailers. welcomed Marks & Spencer’s new clothing strat- five-year high of 438 pence. ry in November, said working conditions remain improve fire and building safety to avert Ahsan Mansur, former Middle East division egy and a preview of autumn/winter fashion However, bookmaker Ladbrokes still made tough. future tragedies. head of the International Monetary Fund, ranges, giving the firm’s boss some respite from Chief Executive Marc Bolland odds-on at 8/11 to “We need to work collectively: workers, factory Italy’s Benetton, along with Spanish told AFP the agreement is a win-win situa- pressure over falling sales. Britain’s biggest cloth- have left his position by the end of the year. “The owners and the government, to see improvement,” he company Mango and British retailer tion. “For the retailers, it was impossible to ing retailer said on Tuesday it would focus on changes outlined contained a variety of said through an interpreter at a workplace safety con- Primark, had placed orders with plants in leave Bangladesh because they can’t build up better quality and styles in womenswear, deliver enhancements based on detailed customer ference in Thailand last week. “The factory inspection the collapsed Rana Plaza complex which another such huge manufacturing capacity more compelling and clearer sub-brands, and feedback that even the bears will find hard to system in Bangladesh needs to be increased and was found to have seriously violated con- elsewhere overnight,” he said. “This agree- make shopping easier in stores, as it tries to completely ignore,” said analysts at N+1 Singer, improved. I never saw a factory inspection at the struction laws. “We welcome this agree- ment won’t cost them much. They can still reverse nearly two years of declining sales. arguing that investors should not underestimate Tazreen factory, not once. Same with the Savar ment,” said Atiqul Islam, president of the make clothing cheaper here while sending a Yesterday, shares in the 129-year-old firm, up 20 the potential from the changes if they gained tragedy, nothing will change immediately.” —Reuters Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and message to consumers they’re doing some- percent over the past year after periodic bouts of traction. —Reuters Exporters Association which represents thing for the workers,” he added. —AFP THURSDAY, MAY 16, 2013 BUSINESS Cohn & Wolfe takes minority stake in BPG Partnership deepens global agency’s client portfolio

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BPG | pr is part of the BPG Group Establishment (DEPE), Masafi, Jumbo market, and its demand for world class The new partnership is also in line “The Big 5 Kuwait will bring international sup- (www.batespangulf.com) that has been Electronics, Oetker Collection, Ellucian, communications services, BPG | pr was with BPG’s already successful strategy of pliers of construction productsto a market with sig- creating and executing integrated solu- Rivoli, Mall of Qatar, Alshaya Group and best in class,” said Donna Imperato, CEO forging alliances with best in class WPP nificant potential in the GCC.With 30 years of suc- tions for its clients since it began opera- Jashanmal. BPG | Cohn & Wolfe has a of Cohn & Wolfe. businesses around the world. The new Andy White cess in Dubai and The Big 5 Saudi doubling in size tions in 1980 in Dubai. Since inception, multinational, multilingual staff of 34 “Cohn & Wolfe is looking forward to BPG | Cohn & Wolfe alliance adds to the since 2011, our history is an excellent indicator,” The Big 5 Kuwait conferences will provide prac- the Group has helped build global professionals from 13 countries. The ensuring that the synergies between group’s existing advertising brand BPG | said Andy White, group event director for The Big 5. tical guidance on how the design and construction brands out of local initiatives. The new network is one of the few public rela- our two businesses offer our global Bates, digital business BPG | Possible “The show also aims to bring together industry industries can best deliver sustainable infrastruc- agency, BPG | Cohn & Wolfe, will pro- tions agencies established in the clients stronger services in the MENA and media business BPG | Maxus and experts and key decision makers to highlight ture and green buildings in Kuwait.The workshops vide current BPG clients with access to Middle East, with headquarters in region while providing clients of BPG | world standard specialist healthcare opportunities in investing in a long-term sustain- will include a Leadership in Energy and an award-winning international net- Dubai and additional offices in Abu pr with an opportunity to benefit from business BPG | Healthworld. able infrastructure that can support and contribute Environmental Design (LEED) masterclass and to Kuwait’s national development plan.” highlight case studies from the Kuwait’s transport, The exhibition will highlight the latest tech- healthcare, energy and education sectors. Industry nologies such as the wind and solar CHP and PV experts will also discuss how companies canbe Etihad Airways opens new system that harnessrenewable energy sources to more efficient in Kuwait’s hot and harsh climate by deliver sustainable buildings. The Big 5 Kuwait discussing the key national issues and finding key will also introduce cost-effective integrated tech- solutions to excel as project managers. The Big 5 nology solutions for HVAC, lighting, security and Kuwait will take place from September 16 - 18 from route to Washington, DC access controls to reduce energy consumption 11:00-19:00.

KUWAIT: Etihad Airways, the national airline of the Etihad Airways serves the Abu Dhabi - Diamond First and Pearl Business Class guests can United Arab Emirates, has opened new routes Washington, DC, route with ultra-long range Airbus relax in style in the Etihad Airways signature lounge at Amazon UK pays $3.7m between Kuwait and Washington, DC, the capital of A340-500 aircraft, seating 240 passengers in a spa- Abu Dhabi International Airport, where they can the United States, offering Kuwait-based travellers cious three-class cabin - 12 in Diamond First, 28 in enjoy a wide range of exclusive services including greater access and convenient connections via its Pearl Business and 200 in Coral Economy Class. soothing relaxation spaces, elegant fine dining areas, tax on $6.5bn sales hub in Abu Dhabi. “Washington has established itself as one of the state-of-the-art business amenities, luxurious bath- Etihad Airways commenced non-stop daily flights world’s most popular destinations and we anticipate rooms with invigorating shower facilities, and family LONDON: Amazon.com’s main UK unit paid $3.7 employs around 500 staff. entertainment areas. million of taxes on its 2012 income, it said on yes- The British subsidiary, which employed 4,191 The airline has also opened a new prestigious pre- terday, despite group UK sales of $6.5 billion (4 bil- people at the end of 2012 and thousands more mium lounge facility at Dulles International Airport in lion pounds), prompting criticism from lawmakers indirectly via contracting agencies, is deemed, for Washington, DC. Located next to the airline’s depar- and competitors. Amazon.co.uk Ltd added in its tax purposes, to be a service provider to the ture gate in Terminal A, the lounge provides premium accounts, published through the UK companies Luxembourg unit. It is funded by fees it receives passengers with unfettered and convenient direct register, that it received 2.5 million pounds in gov- from Amazon EU and since these only just cover access to the aircraft without having to go through a ernment grants during 2012 - just ahead of the 2.4 operating costs, little is left over for the UK tax traditional departure gate. Washington, DC, is the million it paid in corporation tax, the UK form of authority, Her Majesty’s Revenue and Customs fourth North American destination for Etihad Airways corporate income tax. Corporate tax avoidance (HMRC) to tax. after New York, Chicago and Toronto. has risen to the top of the political agenda in Amazon EU pays little tax in Luxembourg Etihad Airways’ flights from Kuwait to Washington, Europe following revelations in the past couple of because it pays hundreds of millions of euros DC operate daily, with flight EY306 departing Kuwait years about how little big names like Apple Inc., each year in fees to a tax exempt affiliate, also at 4:20 am, and arriving at Abu Dhabi International Starbucks, Google and Microsoft pay in tax in mar- registered in Luxembourg. Amazon was not Airport at 7:00 am. For the onward leg, flight EY131 kets where they reap billions of dollars in sales. immediately available for comment but has pre- departs Abu Dhabi at 10:00 am and arrives in The companies say they follow the rules but UK viously said it follows the tax rules in every coun- Washington, D.C. at 5:00 pm the same day. Prime Minister David Cameron has called for inter- try where it operates. John Hemming, a member to Washington, DC, on April 1. The new service was tremendous demand for this new Etihad Airways On the return, flight EY130 departs Washington at national action on the shifting of profits, which can of parliament with the Liberal Democrats, the introduced to meet the strong demand for govern- service from our guests across the Arab Gulf region,” 10:15 pm and arrives in Abu Dhabi at 7:45 pm the fol- help firms cut tax bills. Amazon.co.uk reported a junior party in Britain’s governing coalition, said ment and business travel, as well as the growing said James Hogan, President and Chief Executive lowing day. On the return flight to Kuwait, flight small corporate income tax bill because all sales to the figures showed the inadequacy of existing demand for leisure trips to the US capital, and Officer of Etihad Airways. EY307 departs Abu Dhabi at 8:50 pm and arrives at British customers are routed through a rules to tackle the problem of profit shifting by onwards to key cities across North America. When travelling from Kuwait, the airline’s Kuwait International Airport at 9:30 pm. Luxembourg affiliate, Amazon EU Sarl, which major corporations. —Reuters What it takes to make GCC an industrial hub

By Cyrille Fabre and Dr. Yasar Jarar the GCC and overseas as well as government agencies. region will need to play a major role as incubators of incentives, technical and marketing support to region- cult because of the relatively small market size of indi- We also analyzed market data and examined the per- transformation. They must support growth by leading al downstream players. vidual GCC countries. For many products, investors hile the GCC economy has largely rebound- formance of companies throughout the region. highly capital- and energy-intensive projects that Access to capital for private manufacturers: Despite need to target the broader regional market to justify ed from the global financial crisis, the manu- Among the conclusions: reaching full potential for couldn’t be accomplished otherwise, while at the the abundance of liquidity in the region, obtaining setting up a factory. But trade barriers with Middle Wfacturing sector still hasn’t regained its full manufacturing requires a new industrial model. same time enabling the private sector to capture loans can prove challenging for industrial companies, Eastern countries restrict exports. Our research deter- momentum. Manufacturing suffered in the 2009 Continuing to push the development of primary ener- opportunities in other sectors. especially in the Lower Gulf (UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, Oman). mined two major actions that GCC governments can downturn, with revenue for listed GCC manufacturers gy-intensive industries through large-scale investment For example, the World Bank has given the GCC coun- take to overcome this obstacle. First, implement poli- excluding petrochemicals dropping by 11 percent. But Access to critical resources cies that deliver the benefits of a more integrated mar- when manufacturing bounced back, gaining a To encourage this growth, governments need to ket in the GCC and the broader region, similar to the healthy 15 percent in 2011, some key sectors were still ensure that private sector investors have access to six Mercosur in South America. Second, develop local con- underperforming. The reality is that metals, construc- critical resources: energy, raw materials, capital, mar- tent programs that give some preference in public bids tion materials and machinery equipment have all kets, technology and talent. Based on our research, we for “Made in GCC” products over imports. failed to return to pre-recession levels. identified several key initiatives that could improve Access to technology and talent: Facilitating access Throughout the GCC, manufacturing remains rela- access to these resources and help turn the GCC into a to energy, raw materials, capital and markets will tively under-developed, especially when compared manufacturing powerhouse. enhance opportunities for local manufacturers. with other nations. Manufacturing’s share of the Access to energy: As production increases, However, local manufacturers also need the technolo- region’s GDP is 10 percent contrasted with 30 percent demand for domestic energy could more than double gy and capabilities to seize those opportunities. We in China, 27 percent in Korea, 27 percent in Singapore, by 2030. Meeting that demand without reducing identified three government initiatives that will boost 17 percent in Germany, 19 percent in Japan, and 16 hydrocarbon exports is a major challenge. To over- the capabilities of local manufacturers. First, mandate percent and 15 percent in Egypt and India respective- come it, GCC governments will need to not only that the procurement departments of major state- ly. It’s not only a relatively small sector, but it also increase and diversify the region’s energy supply but owned enterprises develop the capabilities of their remains heavily reliant on energy-intensive industries, also improve energy efficiency standards and reduce local supplier base by providing technical support and which account for over two-thirds of the manufactur- waste in domestic energy consumption. long term procurement contracts. Second, attract for- ing GDP. State-owned enterprises generate the bulk of Access to raw materials for downstream industries: eign manufacturers to fill gaps in the existing supplier the manufacturing output. Only about 20 per cent of the aluminum and 15 per base. Allowing 100 per cent foreign ownership for cent of petrochemicals produced in the region are these activities is a critical success factor. Third, beef up Time for a new industrial model? converted locally into end products such as aluminum vocational training programs to help build a more Given that starting point, the GCC governments’ Yasar Jarrar window frames or plastic bottles. The development of Cyrille Fabre skilled workforce for local companies. goal of doubling manufacturing’s share of the GDP downstream industries in the region is limited by a These five steps will help GCC countries build a within 10 years is extremely ambitious. To achieve this by state-owned enterprises is necessary but won’t be narrow range of upstream products and by relatively tries a low ranking for “ease of getting credit” - the GCC manufacturing industry that is strong and globally objective, manufacturing GDP would need to grow at sufficient. GCC governments need to implement new uncompetitive prices offered to local downstream countries range between 48 and 100 out of 183 coun- competitive. It will take time and careful management, over 13 percent annually for ten years, similar to policies and practices that facilitate private sector companies. For instance, because of their large scale, tries. To improve access to capital, Lower Gulf countries but the prize is within grasp: a more diverse, resilient China’s extraordinary performance over the last development of large secondary industries such as Chinese plastic companies can buy petrochemical should develop specific industrial financial schemes economy that makes “Made in the GCC” a common decade. machinery and equipment or aluminum end prod- material from GCC producers at a lower price than similar to the Saudi Industrial Development Fund. sight on products across the region. To understand what it will take to develop the ucts. GCC companies. GCC governments will need to Access to a regional market for GCC products: —Cyrille Fabre and Dr Yasar Jarar are partners in Bain region’s manufacturing, we interviewed executives in In the new model, governments throughout the encourage upstream producers to provide more Replacing imports with locally produced goods is diffi- & Company’s Dubai office. THURSDAY, MAY 16, 2013 technology Google poised to show off latest devices, services Evolving product line-up unveils new features

SAN FRANCISCO: Google is expected to use its The next version of the Nexus 7 is expected annual software developers’ conference to to feature a much faster processor and a higher Napolitano says ATM heist showcase the latest mobile devices running on resolution display screen while maintaining the its Android software, while also unveiling other same $199 sales prices. If that turns out to be sign of cyber crime scope features in its evolving product line-up. true, it could siphon even more sales from the The gathering, began yesterday morning in iPad Mini, which starts at $329. WASHINGTON: A global network that specific types of attacks or intrusions San Francisco, providing Google Inc. with an There’s also speculation that Google will stole $45 million from two Middle seen by US companies. opportunity to flex its technological muscle in unveil a music-streaming service that would Eastern banks showed how easily finan- The Republican-controlled House of front of a sold-out audience of engineers and allow Android users to listen to their favorite cial crimes can be committed and coor- Representatives easily passed the Cyber entrepreneurs who develop applications and songs and artists for a monthly fee. Google has dinated in cyberspace, and underlined Intelligence Sharing and Protection Act other features that can make smart phones and long been rumored to be in talks with music the need for cyber security legislation, on April 18, with some support from tablets more appealing. labels to work out the licensing rights for a serv- US Homeland Security Secretary Janet Democrats. The bill calls for sharing of Napolitano said on Tuesday. information but it was opposed by the Reporters from around the world also were ice that would compete with Spotify, Internet “It demonstrates the kind and scope White House which said it did not on hand, giving Google a chance to generate radio provider Pandora Media Inc. and other out- of financial crimes that are enabled in a include enough privacy and civil liber- more hoopla about its latest innovations. lets that stream digital music to Internet-con- network-connected world, particularly ties protections. The company, which is based in Mountain nected computers, smart phones and tablets. by those who have some skill although The Senate is working on a number of View, California, made a big splash at last year’s Another Google-designed phone under the not necessarily the highest level of skill, cyber-related bills. Napolitano said she conference by staging an elaborate production Nexus brand is also a possibility. Google also to highlight the potential of Google Glass - an could use the occasion to introduce a model quite frankly, but who can coordinate hoped the Senate and the House could NEW YORK: Google CEO Larry Page speaks at Internet- connected device and camera that can made by its unprofitable Motorola Mobility sub- timing and the like,” Napolitano told the agree on legislation to improve cyber a news conference at the Google offices in be worn on a person’s face like a pair of specta- sidiary. A sneak peak at the next generation of Reuters Cyber security Summit in sharing that is supported by the White New York. — AP Washington. House. She said there was a lot of work cles. Google co-founder Sergey Brin wowed the Android, code named “Key Lime Pie,” could be in In a crime that came to light last being done behind the scenes on the crowd last year by taking to the stage and then week, hackers infiltrated two bank card proposed laws. engaging in a live video chat with a group of processing companies, headquartered in While cyber legislation failed to get skydivers who were in a dirigible hovering above India and the United States respectively, through the Senate last year, Napolitano the convention. When they jumped, the sky- to raise the balances and withdrawal said lawmakers had made some divers’ descent to the rooftop was shown live limits on accounts, then withdrew the progress since then. through the Google Glass camera. money from ATMs in 27 countries “One of the things that happened last Some of the developers in attendance last belonging to Oman’s Bank Muscat and year was the education of many mem- year paid $1,500 apiece for a Google Glass pro- the National Bank of Ras Al Khaimah PSC bers about this field. They didn’t know totype that was delivered to them last month. of the United Arab Emirates. very much, to be truthful,” she said. Google hasn’t spelled out what its executives Napolitano, who declined to discuss More congressional hearings on the will discuss during this year’s opening keynote, details of the investigation, said the issue are likely this summer, Napolitano which is scheduled to begin at 9 a.m. growing number of cyber attacks on said, but timing for action on the legisla- PDT (1600 GMT) and last for nearly three banks has led to a closer relationship tion is uncertain. “It’s Congress, and they hours. Given that Google Glass is now being between the government and financial have their own measure of time,” she tested by the developers who bought the institutions to tackle potential threats. added. “Explorer” edition, the device might not be one “There is urgency and this is a big Napolitano also said international of the featured attractions. It was a safe bet that problem and legislation certainly would cooperation needed to be improved to assist us in our efforts,” she said, referring properly address cyber threats, which the spotlight at some point yesterday shined on to cyber security legislation that has she said were growing in sophistication. Android, which already has been activated on been mired in a divided Congress. “I don’t think yet we have the kind of more than 750 million devices around the Napolitano, responsible for keeping international structure the world should world. Google gives the mobile operating sys- the United States safe from attacks rang- have where cyber is concerned,” she said. tem away, making it easier for gadget makers to ing from cyber crime to what she termed “That is yet to evolve and unfortunately sell their devices at prices below Apple Inc.’s “radicalized home grown plots” like last may only evolve when there is a crisis of iPhone and iPad. month’s Boston Marathon bombings, some sort.” Android has helped Google make more mon- said she was most concerned about the Napolitano also said the government ey because its search engine and other services, SAN FRANCISCO: An Android display at the Google I/O conference in San Francisco. Google is “known unknown”. was studying ways to use its purchasing including maps, are usually built into the devices expected to use its annual software developers’ conference to showcase the latest mobile “What I mean by that is particularly power to induce software makers to sell that rely on the software. That tie-in drives more devices. — AP in the cyber world where we have more secure products. visitors to Google, giving the company more Facebook, which boasts 1.1 billion active users. imperfect information sharing, where “What we are looking at is what kind opportunities to sell the advertising that gener- the offing, too. Other potential product intro- we lack the kind of multi-lateral interna- of incentives could be used to attract ductions include laptops running on Android or In an attempt to persuade more people to ates most of its revenue. use its social networking service more frequent- tional reach one would desire, and companies to use best practices, includ- Much of the speculation about the confer- another Google operating system based on the where are at least known vulnerabili- ing in the software arena, and whether company’s Chrome web browser. ly, Google has promised to keep adding tools ence, dubbed “Google I/O,” has centered on a that aren’t available on Facebook. ties,” she said. there could be procurement prefer- possible upgrade to the Nexus 7, a mini-tablet Google also may provide more insights into On other fronts, Google is believed to be One way to help tackle the vulnera- ences,” she said. Napolitano, a former that debuted at last year’s event as an alternative the popularity of Google Plus, a social network- working on a digital gaming center that bilities would be legislation that lays out Democratic governor of Arizona, has to the similarly sized Kindle Fire made by ing alternative to Facebook that launched nearly a process to ensure a flow of information been mentioned as a possible Amazon.com Inc. and the larger iPad. A few two years ago. Google Plus had more than 135 unveiled yesterday. Getting into gaming would in real time so companies will know Presidential contender for 2016 but months after the Nexus 7 came out, Apple million active users at the end of last year, based give Google an opportunity to participate in about possible cyber threats, Napolitano would not be drawn on the topic. “I have released the iPad Mini to counter the threat on Google’s last public disclosure about activity one of the most popular activities on mobile said. In turn, the government can also more than enough on my plate to think posed by Google’s entrance into the market. on that network. That left Google Plus far behind devices. — AP benefit from information passed about about,” she said. — Reuters RIM unveils cheaper BlackBerry

ORLANDO: Research In Motion unveiled a Also, the Q5 has a 3.1-inch LCD display, lower-cost BlackBerry aimed at consumers while the Q10 is 3.1 inches and LED. in emerging markets on Tuesday, stepping RIM unveiled new BlackBerrys this year up its efforts to regain market share lost to after delays allowed Apple and others to Apple’s iPhone and Android devices pow- continue their global advance. ered by Google’s software. RIM’s iconic BlackBerry device, intro- The lower-cost gadget, called the Q5, is duced in 1999, was the dominant smart the company’s third smartphone to run the phone for on-the-go business people and new BlackBerry 10 system. It will have a consumers for nearly a decade. But rivals physical keyboard, something that sets RIM’s came out with a new generation of phones devices apart from Apple’s iPhone and most that could do more than just email and mes- Android phones. saging, starting with the iPhone in 2007 and RIM CEO Thorsten Heins said the “slim, followed by devices running Google’s sleek” device will be available in red, black, Android system. Suddenly, the BlackBerry white and pink. He announced the phone to looked ancient. According to research firm a packed ballroom to open RIM’s annual IDC, shipments of BlackBerry phones plum- three-day conference in Orlando, Florida. meted from 46 percent of the US market in The device will be available in Europe, 2008 to 2 percent in 2012. Though RIM con- the Middle East, Africa, Asia (including the tinues to do well in many overseas markets, Asia Pacific region), and Latin America the company faced numerous delays mod- beginning in July. The Q5 isn’t expected to ernizing its operating system in an effort to be released in North America for now. The compete with the iPhone and smart phones company did not disclose prices for the new running Google’s Android operating system. phone. Heins, who became RIM’s CEO in January RIM’s higher-tier Q10 has been released 2012, said the company has made a lot of in most markets, but delays have meant that progress in a short period of time. He restat- US carriers aren’t likely to have it until June. ed BlackBerry’s committed to “mobile first” The US delays complicate RIM’s effort to and took a subtle jab at industry predictions hang on to customers tempted by Apple’s that he might not make it to this year’s con- iPhone and a range of Android smart ference as CEO because of the competitive My-HD inks partnership with phones. Even as the BlackBerry has fallen mobile landscape. behind rivals in recent years, many users “I’m happy to say they were wrong,” Heins have remained loyal because they prefer a said. “We are not only still here. We are firing GMA Network Philippines physical keyboard over the touch screen on all cylinders as a company.” RIM’s stock found on other devices. fell 63 cents, or 3.8 percent, to $15.25 in The Q5 differs only slightly from the Q10. afternoon trading Tuesday. RIM also said it DUBAI: As part of its rapid Filipino viewers their favorite pro- Media to lead its IPTV and cable subscribers can access over 20 Both have 2GB of RAM, though the Q5 has will offer its once-popular BlackBerry growth strategy and following a grams on our one-stop HD plat- distribution. Availability on cable HD channels through My-HD only 8GB of flash memory compared to Messenger service on iPhones and devices series of high profile tie-ups with form.” operators in the UAE and Qatar approved receivers which will be 16GB for the Q10. Both have 2 megapixel running Google’s Android software. Heins leading and popular satellite tele- For GMA Network’s part, GMA are set for finalization. given out for FREE to all MyGMA front-facing cameras, but the Q5’s rear-fac- said iPhone and Android versions of the vision networks in the Middle Network Vice President and Head The new “MyGMA” service on subscribers across the Middle ing camera is only 5 megapixels, compared BlackBerry Messenger app will be available East and North Africa, My-HD, one of International Operations My-HD bundles for the first time East. to the Q10 which has 8 megapixels and also for free, subject to approval by Google Play of the leading satellite Pay-TV Joseph T. Francia explained GMA GMA News TV, the number 1 My-HD Media will make the records high-definition video. and the Apple App Store. —AP platforms in the MENA Region, Network’s decision to shift to a News Channel in the Philippines, MyGMA package available to announced the signing of an new carrier. together with GMA Pinoy TV Satellite households on Arabsat exclusive distribution agreement “While GMA has been in the (number 1 Terrestrial TV channel) through the frequency 10,770 As online video thrives, with GMA Network, the MENA Region since 2006, we and GMA Life TV, as well as DZBB- MHz Vertical on BADR-5 satellite Philippines’ number 1 Terrestrial decided to explore growth AM and DWLS-FM. With its to further expand the reach of TV Network. opportunities which would pro- strengthened programming and My-HD Media’s line-up of chan- TV companies push back The launch of the MyGMA Pay vide more Filipinos now living in enlarged presence in the Middle nels to over 170 million viewers in WASHINGTON: The evolving TV and video Communications, Technology and the TV package on My-HD signals a the Middle East a chance to enjoy East, the Network is confident more than 80 countries across the industry faces uncertainty as it embraces Internet. Broadcast TV, he stressed, has new phase in My-HD’s ambitious their favorite GMA channels at a that it will be able to maintain Middle East, Africa and beyond. new technology like wireless streaming, as remained a paramount form of program- plans in the region, which is reduced price of $24 (from $32) and even increase its subscriber The partnership between GMA traditional US broadcasters urged lawmak- ming distribution, especially for millions of aimed at creating a unique view- whilst improving the overall qual- base in the Middle East Region, and My-HD extends to Bahrain, ers Tuesday to help preserve their market- elderly and poor households. ing experience for audiences of ity and value of the service. which has the second largest Cyprus, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, place primacy. The pressure to accommodate increas- all nationalities and ages. This opportunity was not pos- population of Filipinos next to Lebanon, Libya, Oman, Palestine, In a wide-ranging hearing on the state ing numbers of new platforms has surged On the partnership with GMA, sible with our former carrier. Our North America. Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, of video, communications company execu- in an ever-changing and highly competi- My-HD CEO Cliff Nelson said, subscribers and followers in the My-HD and GMA International United Arab Emirates and Yemen tives debated the role of government in tive environment that now includes basic “With over 2.4 million Filipinos in Middle East can only expect big- - the business unit that manages in the Middle East. The agree- regulating the huge American market, with cable, satellite, Internet video and broad- the Middle East, this community ger things from the Network with the distribution and operations of ment also covers countries in cable and broadcast groups stressing that band wireless streaming, many of which legislative changes are not needed to fix a want to muscle in on the spectrum current- is considerably one of the largest GMA’s new found partnership GMA’s overseas channels - are North Africa namely Algeria, system they insist is working as it should. ly licensed to traditional broadcasters. ones in the region and thus plays with My-HD in place,” he added. embarking on massive promo- Chad, Djibouti Northern, Egypt, “The system is not broken, (and) chang- The Obama administration has sought to a significant role in the develop- Following the finalization of tional efforts to ensure the Malta, Mauritania, Morocco, ing these laws is not in the public’s best line up a “voluntary” auction by broadcast ment of the local economy. the exclusive rights to carry smooth transition of current sub- Somalia, Sudan, Syria, and interest,” Gordon Smith, president of the companies to provide more spectrum to Through our agreement with GMA’s popular overseas channels, scribers. Tunisia. National Association of Broadcasters (NAB), the surging market in wireless gadgets like GMA Network, we aim to offer My-HD has appointed SAWA Besides the MyGMA package, told the Senate Subcommittee on iPads and other mobile devices. —AFP THURSDAY, MAY 16, 2013 HEALTH & SCIENCE

Hassan optics launches latest Bausch & Lomb PureVision2 for astigmatism

KUWAIT: Hassan’s Optician Co held a day with excellent stability and comfort. made from Silicone hydrogel,” said repre- Lomb portfolio particularly important is eyewear pieces and contact lenses, and a reception dinner on Thursday, May 9 at The dinner featured an opening sentatives of Hassan’s Opticianco. during their ability to meet the needs of those cutting-edge laboratory in Kuwait sup- Swiss Bell Hotel in Kuwait City, where it speech by Hassan’s Optician co., as well the dinner. “For astigmatic contact lens who suffer from astigmatism. The feed- ported by distribution hubs across the officially unveiled its latest eye health as a presentation by Dr. BehrouziHoma wearers who experience symptoms such back we received from eye care profes- country, Hassan Optics is one of the innovation of Bausch & Lomb Bausch & Lomb Middle East professional as fluctuating and blurry vision, sionals for the PureVision2 For region’s strongest specialists. Also worth PureVision2 for Astigmatism contact relations manager, on the innovations PureVision2 For Astigmatism contact Astigmatism has been extremely posi- noting is the company’s ISO9001:2008 lenses to eye care practitioners and eye- that went into the making of its lenses with High Definition Optics and tive”. Hassan’s Optician co. has long been certificate, which is issued to businesses wear retailers.PureVision2 HD for PureVision2 for Astigmatism contact Auto-Align Design(tm) may be a solution considered Kuwait’s biggest optics spe- that adhere strict international operating Astigmatism lenses feature HD Optics, lenses and BioTrue, the brand’s flagship that will help reduce these symptoms,” cialist, with 40 stores located across the standards. This dedication to quality has which provide clarity and meet the spe- bio-inspired contact lens multipurpose said Dr. BehrouziHoma, OD, Bsc, country, as well as locations in Oman, and been part of Hassan’s Optician co. six cial vision correction needs of patients solution. “The launch of the PureVision2 Professional Relations Manager - Middle a distributor license in the UAE. All of its decades of operating excellence, whether with astigmatism. It also incorporates for Astigmatism contact lenses comes as East. operations are geared squarely to ensure in its modern infrastructure or its constant Auto Align Design(tm), a unique stabi- a secondary stage to the launch of According to Hassan’s Optician co. its leadership role in the optics industry; attention to innovation in optics, eyewear, lization system optimized to deliver con- Bausch & Lomb’s PureVision2 Monthly Management: “Purevision 2 for from exceptional pre and post-sales serv- sunglasses or cosmetic and corrective sistently crisp, clear vision all day, every replacement contact lenses, which are Astigmatism completes the Bausch & ice, exclusive collections of world-class contact lenses. 2 million fewer US Indian medics do ‘perfect’ uninsured to gain health coverage op on baby’s swollen head WASHINGTON: President Barack Obama’s landmark healthcare reform law will extend coverage to 2 mil- lion fewer uninsured Americans than expected only Case arouses sympathy around world a few months ago, congressional researchers said on Tuesday. A new report from the nonpartisan NEW DELHI: Doctors carried out abdomen where it could be for Rahman, an illiterate laborer bag and continued the process moment. We will remodel her Congressional Budget Office said 25 million people life-saving surgery yesterday on absorbed easily into the blood- who earns 150 rupees ($2.75) a until the circumference had skull, move the bones and fix who currently lack insurance will obtain coverage an Indian baby suffering from a stream. Her father 18-year-old day. shrunk to about 60 centimeters, them with plates to reduce her through subsidized marketplaces or an expanded rare disorder that caused her Abdul Rahman, who was too Roona’s condition had caused allowing him to perform yester- head size so she can grow nor- head to swell to nearly double its nervous to speak to the doctors her head to swell to a circumfer- day’s surgery. mally,” he said. The shunt surgery Medicaid program over the coming decade, down size, in a case that aroused sym- on the morning of the operation, ence of 94 centimeters (38 inch- Roona regained consciousness is the most common treatment from a February CBO estimate of 27 million people. pathy worldwide. AFP was given said he was “hugely relieved” that es), putting pressure on her brain soon after the surgery. The sight for hydrocephalus, a condition The office attributed the drop to a change in access to film the surgery on 15- the surgery was successful. and making it impossible for her of her bruised and bandaged that affects about one in every administration policy that will exempt 500,000 to 1 month-old Roona Begum, during “My wife and I were both so to sit upright or crawl. head provoked her mother, 25- 500 children, according to the US million more people from the law’s individual man- which doctors used a surgical worried this morning. But now On admission, Vaishya esti- year-old Fatema Khatun, to sob government’s National Institute date, which levies a fine on those who fail to obtain drill to pierce her skull before when the doctor says everything mated her head weight amount- inconsolably until Vaishya reas- of Neurological Disorders and health coverage beginning in 2014. draining fluid from her head in an Stroke. There are nearly 49 million uninsured people in operation lasting more than an Vaishya said Roona would still the United States, according to the Census Bureau. hour. need “extensive physiotherapy” The number of uninsured expected to gain cover- The youngsters’ parents, who to allow her to lead a fully func- age under the law has been declining since last have spent the last month at the tional life. “Her neck muscles are June, when the US Supreme Court allowed states to hospital on the outskirts of New very underdeveloped, so she will opt out of the Medicaid expansion. Delhi, spoke of their joy and relief need more nutrition and exten- The broader mandate exemption, and the after the operation which doctors sive physiotherapy to make her accompanying reduction in revenue from fines, is described as exemplary. stronger. Her body will have to one factor behind a $39 billion rise in the net cost of “The surgery went perfectly, grow strong so she can learn to providing coverage under the law. much better than expected,” neu- sit up and move about and live a rosurgeon Sandeep Vaishya said normal life.” In an interview after The law offers tax credits to help low-to-moder- in an exclusive interview with his daughter was admitted to the ate income people pay premiums and rich subsidies AFP inside the theatre. hospital, Rahman said he had to states that expand their Medicaid program for “It’s definitely a success but it’s prayed constantly for a “miracle” the poor. Coverage provisions are now expected to too early to say what the quality to save his little girl. cost a net $1.36 trillion. The Patient Protection and of her future life will be like,” “The day she was born, then Affordable Care Act is due to take full effect on Jan Vaishya added. itself the doctor said there were 1. But the administration faces mounting political Roona was born with hydro- no guarantees she would survive,” pressure from Republicans who want it repealed cephalus, a condition that causes he told AFP. “I figured we would and Democrats who worry that implementation cerebrospinal fluid to build up on do our best for as long as we could fail just as the 2014 midterm congressional the brain. could and Allah would help us election campaign gets under way. The new online She was found in an Indian vil- with the rest.” The pictures of marketplaces, or exchanges, and Medicaid are lage last month living with par- Roona prompted an outpouring expected to provide coverage to 37 million people ents who are too poor to pay for of support worldwide with overall by 2023, including employees of small busi- treatment. Publication of pictures prospective donors contacting nesses and consumers who switch from plans in the taken by an AFP photographer in AFP and other news organiza- individual market. The total includes about 1 million the remote northeastern state of tions, enquiring how they could Tripura prompted a hospital, run contribute to a fund for her and fewer exchange beneficiaries, with a roughly equal- by the private Fortis Healthcare her family’s welfare. size gain in Medicaid recipients. NEW DELHI: Fatima Khatun (left) and Abdul Rahman (right), the parents of Roona Begum, a group, to offer to treat Roona for 15-month old girl suffering from hydrocephalus, a buildup of fluid inside the skull that leads Two Norwegian college stu- With fewer people expected to pay fines for free. Vaishya, who heads the hos- dents, Jonas Borchgrevink and remaining uninsured, the CBO said mandate rev- to swelling greet her after surgery at a hospital in Gurgaon on the outskirts of New Delhi pital’s neurosurgery unit, made a yesterday.—AFP Nathalie Krantz, started an online enues will fall by $7 billion, to $45 billion, compared series of swift incisions along the campaign that raised $52,000 to with February’s estimates. right side of her head and stom- went well, I feel hugely relieved. ed to half her total weight, lead- sured her of the operation’s suc- help her family and fund any The agency also expects a $58 billion drop in ach during yesterday’s operation. It’s been a stressful wait,” Rahman ing him to believe that her body cess. Vaishya told AFP the child future aftercare. excise tax revenue on private insurance plans and He then used a drill to pierce told AFP. would struggle to absorb all the would need further surgery to The students told AFP they $10 billion less from penalties on employers, due in her skull before inserting a shunt, When Roona was born, local liquid if a shunt procedure were reduce the size of her head. have already established contact part to an expected increase in employment-based catheter and valve. Doctors were doctors told her parents to take carried out immediately. So he “While the shunt will keep the with a local media website in insurance. —Reuters then able to drain the fluid out of her to a private hospital in a big decided to drain the fluid from head from getting bigger, the Tripura that will help send the her head and towards her city but the costs were too high her head into an external plastic head is still too large at the money to the family.— AFP Google chief Page speaks out Ultra-low salt intake may about vocal cord paralysis not boost health: US panel WASHINGTON: Americans at high risk for much salt, the IOM experts said. On aver- heart problems who have been told for age, U.S. adults eat about 1.5 teaspoons of SAN FRANCISCO: Google co-founder and chief voice in quarterly earnings calls with financial ana- I choose my words more carefully,” he continued, years to sharply cut salt from their diet salt over the course of the day, or about Larry Page ended the mystery about his soft, some- lysts. He said he was first diagnosed with paralysis with a reference to Google co-founder Sergey Brin. may not actually benefit from ultra-low 3,400 milligrams. times raspy voice with a personal online post of his left vocal cord about 14 years ago after a “So surprisingly, overall I am feeling very lucky.” sodium diets and could even face some Federal guidelines recommend that Tuesday about being diagnosed with partially par- severe cold left him hoarse. Doctors at the time Page is using some of his fortune to fund a harm, an independent panel of health healthy people consume no more than alyzed vocal cords. were unable to pinpoint a cause but speculated Voice Health Institute research program headed by experts said on Tuesday. 2,300 milligrams daily. Medical details shared by Page on a public page that a virus damaged the vocal cord nerve, accord- Dr. Steven Zeitels of Harvard Medical School and The influential Institute of Medicine, in But the latest data calls into question at the Google+ social network explain the reason ing to the 40-year-old Google chief executive. Massachusetts General Hospital Voice Center. a report to US health officials, reviewed whether individuals with higher risk fac- behind his puzzling absences from major company “While this condition never really affected me- Zeitels was in the spotlight about two years ago the latest data on the link between salt tors for heart disease or stroke should limit events in the last year and his tendency to speak in other than having a slightly weaker voice than nor- after performing vocal cord surgery on singer intake and health. While blacks, diabetics their daily intake to 1,500 milligrams, as what seems a hoarse whisper. mal which some people think sounded a little fun- Adele, who went on to win a half-dozen Grammy and others more likely to have heart prob- the government recommends. Page last year also took a break from speaking ny-it naturally raised questions in my mind about awards. Page invited others afflicted with similar lems are urged to slash their salt intake, Brian Strom, the panel’s chairman and a for medical reasons, assuring workers at the my second vocal cord,” Page said. conditions to join in the effort by sharing informa- the IOM review showed there was limited public health professor at the University of Internet colossus that the condition was not overly “But, I was told that sequential paralysis of one tion in an online survey linked to his Google+ post. evidence such a diet helped, and that too Pennsylvania, said the newest studies back serious. vocal cord following another is extremely rare.” “Of all the things to lose, voice is probably the little salt might increase the risk of heart the known benefits of “reducing sodium His disclosure on Tuesday came just a day Page’s voice became hoarse again after he easiest to make up for,” said independent Silicon trouble. from very high intake levels to moderate before the start of an annual Google gathering of weathered a cold in the middle of last year, and Valley analyst Rob Enderle. “The evidence on both the benefit and levels.” “But they also suggest that lower- software developers in San Francisco. His presence doctors told him that his second vocal cord was “People work just fine after losing their voices, harm is not strong enough to indicate that ing sodium intake too much may actually on the stage at the event was missed last year, also partially paralyzed, according to his Google+ and Page works for a digital company at a time these subgroups should be treated differ- increase a person’s risk of some health prompting speculation about his health. post. No cause for the condition was determined, when text-to-voice technology is rather sophisti- ently from the general US population,” the problems,” he said, including heart ail- “Thankfully, after some initial recovery, I’m fully according to Page. He told of suffering from an cated.” Investors appeared to take the news in panel wrote. ments. able to do all I need to at home and at work, inflamed thyroid about a decade ago but noted stride, with Google shares continuing their upward That suggests higher-risk populations Still, the studies are limited and in though my voice is softer than before,” Page said. that doctors never linked it to the vocal cord paral- trend to close the Nasdaq trading day at $887.10 in may not need such a drastic reduction of some cases flawed, so more research is “And giving long monologues is more tedious for ysis. “Vocal cord nerve issues can also affect your a rise of more than tenfold from its public offering salt in their diets and that other steps to needed, the IOM panel told the Centers for me and probably the audience.” breathing, so my ability to exercise at peak aerobic price in 2004 of $85. Google has been a superstar curb heart disease risk may be needed. Disease Control and Prevention, which Page is known to use a microphone while capacity is somewhat reduced,” Page said. of the tech sector with a stunning stock rally since Americans are still consuming far too requested the report.— Reuters speaking at even small gatherings and in a soft “Sergey says I’m probably a better CEO because the start of this year. — AFP THURSDAY, MAY 16, 2013 HEALTH & SCIENCE Indonesia extends logging ban to protect rainforest

JAKARTA: Indonesia has extended a instruction is issued,” said a statement largest amount of tropical forest. logging ban to protect rainforests from the cabinet secretariat.Yudhoyono Senior forestry ministry official Hadi despite fierce industry pressure, the signed the extension on Monday, it Daryanto said that between 2000 and government said Wednesday, but green said. 2010, Indonesia lost around 1.125 mil- campaigners slammed the move as The ban applies to new permits for lion hectares (2.8 million acres) of forest inadequate. Vast tracts of the sprawling primary forest and peatland with the each year. But he said that at the end of Indonesian archipelago are covered in exception of projects already approved 2011 this figure had been reduced to trees, including some of the world’s by the forestry minister and others con- the equivalent of 450,000 hectares most bio-diverse tropical rainforest that sidered vital, such as for power produc- annually. is home to endangered animals such as tion, it said. However, green groups say local orangutans, tigers and elephants. But Greenpeace criticized the gov- authorities are using a murky web of But huge swathes have been ernment for not taking the opportunity local laws to open up new areas for chopped down by palm oil, mining and to strengthen the ban. exploitation despite the national ban, timber companies in Southeast Asia’s “That is what’s really needed if we and much logging has continued ille- top economy, which has become the want to save Indonesia’s remaining gally. A glaring example is a plan in the world’s third-biggest carbon emitter as tigers and orangutans, which are under province of Aceh on Sumatra island, a result. threat from relentless palm oil and pulp supported by Jakarta, which activists Under a $1 billion conservation deal and paper expansion,” said the group’s say could open up a million hectares of with Norway, President Susilo Bambang forests campaigner Yuyun Indradi. protected forest for exploitation Yudhoyono two years ago signed the Indonesia, the world’s top producer despite the moratorium. moratorium, which bans new logging of palm oil that is used in many every- The plan, which is likely to be permits for primary, or virgin, forest- day items from soap to biscuits, has approved soon, is possible because it defined as forest not logged in recent faced fierce industry pressure over the hinges on Aceh’s decision to overturn history. ban. “The moratorium has already had its own deforestation ban at the local Yesterday the government confirmed negative effects on the economy, not level. “Countries like mine have a right Yudhoyono had signed a two-year just in the palm oil industry but the tim- to develop, but not at the expense of extension and the moratorium would ber industry as well,” said Fadhil Hasan, our priceless natural patrimony,” said remain in its original form. from the Indonesian Palm Oil Rudi Putra, an activist who started a “The extension on the moratorium of Association. The government says the petition against the Aceh plan that has An endangered Sumatran orangutan cradles her baby on a tree top nest in the forest of Bukit new permits will be in place for two moratorium has drastically reduced log- gathered almost one million signa- Lawang, part of the vast Leuser National Park, its rainforests occupying areas of the two years from when the presidential ging in a country with the world’s third tures. — AFP provinces of North Sumatra and Aceh located in Indonesia’s Sumatra island. — AFP WHAT’S ON THURSDAY, MAY 16, 2013 Nestle Toll House Cafe by Chip celebrates sweet life with Kuwait Grand Opening SEND US YOUR INSTAGRAM PICS

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Speech competition t Berchmans 17th Extempore Speech Competition for Indian School students estle Toll House Cafe by Chip, a premium bakery specifically has a master franchise agreement to open Crowds flocked to the Avenues mall, Phase 3, Soku S from class VII to XII will be conducted on cafe destination franchise concept, today cafÈs in Kuwait, Jordan, and the United Arab Emirates. District on the opening day to experience fresh-baked Friday, 17th May 2013 at United Indian School, Nannounced the grand opening of its newest cafe This location marks the15th Nestle Toll House Cafe by desserts, Nestle premium coffee and more. NTHC’s Jaleeb Al Shuyoukh. Competition will be con- in Kuwait at Grand Avenues on May 8, 2013. Chip in the Middle East. dessert bar consists of an variety of freshly baked cookies, According to a master franchise agreement, Royal On this occasion, Sulaiman Al- Wazzan, chairman of the world’s largest coffee brand hot/iced coffee, super ducted in 3 categories separately. Sub-Juniors Food services enjoys the privilege to open and develop Royal Food Services, franchisee of Nestle Toll House CafÈ premium Ice Cream, brownies, muffins, cookie cups and (7th & 8th Stds.) Juniors (9th & 10th Stds.) and cafes throughout Kuwait, UAE and Jordan where the first by Chip stated: “We are keen to offer our clients the best cakes, and other delicious and colorful sweet bites, most- Seniors (11th & 12th Stds). Trophies and Nestle Toll House Cafe by Chip in Kuwait was opened in services and products they want. The opening of this sev- ly incorporating ingredients from Nestle signature con- Certificates will be awarded to the I, II, and III The Village complex in Abu Al-Hasaniya area followed by enth branch after the successful opening of the first one fections. The first cafe opened in Dubai by the Royal Food prize winners of each category. Championship Marina Crescent, Al Liwan mall in Egaila area, Sama in the Village complex at Abu Al-Hasaniya area represents Services Company was in Dubai Festival Centre, the first and Runner up Trophies will be awarded to the Sulaibikhat in Sulaibkhat area, Fatwa building in Sharq another opportunity for our clients to relive the experi- of its kind for the Richardson, TX based chain, is well suit- respective schools based on points earned by area, and the Menus complex in Mahboula area. The loca- ence of Nestle Toll House Cafe by Chip”. ed for tourists and residential customers in Dubai. This it’s students. tion is the 11th of several locations planned to open with- Al-Wazzan added, “Our development plan for Kuwait, cafe profile allows the brand to customize the dessert in the coming years by Royal Food Services Co, a leading UAE and Jordan is very aggressive and will position the experience based on the style of the shopping mall and AIP shaam-e ghazal multi-unit franchise group in the Middle East. With this brand in the marketplace for years to come by maintain- the geographical location. The second store was opened opening, the group will operate seven locations in ing the highest standards of customer service and quali- in Dubai airport, Terminal 1 On June 2012. he Association of Indian Professionals Kuwait, two in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), and two in ty”. Maher Alaeddine, CEO at Royal Food Services On March 2012, another Nestle Toll House Cafe by Chip (AIP), Kuwait, forthcoming event has been Jordan. With more than 115 locations open worldwide, announced that “the Company will open more branches was launched in The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan which T scheduled for the evening of May 25, 2013 the Kuwait opening is part of a larger strategic plan to in main malls at Dubai and Abu Dhabi as a part of its opened the door for dessert fans to experience a variety at 6 pm at the auditorium of Indian Community expand the brand’s presence internationally, as well as in expansion plan. The company will also open new restau- of flavors and it’s followed by the second store in Senior School, Salmiya and is titled as AIP key markets across the United States. Royal Foods Inc. rant concepts in Kuwait during 2013”. Rainbow Street - Jabal Amman on January 2013. Shaam-e-Ghazal. We have invited Raghuram Krishnan, a Ghazal singer from Cochin, India to make this evening more melodious and vibrant. He will be supported by few local musicians also. Ambassador of India, Satish C. Mehta will be the Chief Guest. Admission is by invitation and children below 10 years of age will not be allowed.

The TIES Center’s ‘trip’ he TIES Center cordially invites those who are interested in its trip to the Historical, T Vintage and Classic Car Museum, which is the first museum in Kuwait specializing in old cars on May 30th at 6:00 pm. Revisit past mem- ories or learn something new. If you love cars then this is the trip for you. Even if you don’t love cars, come anyway; you will enjoy the trip. For more information/registration, log onto: www.tiescenter.net. Art & Music Exhibition showcases student talent at GUST Photography exhibition he Embassy of India, Kuwait in association with National Council of Arts, Culture & T Letters is organizing an exhibition of pho- tographs of Islamic monuments of India by Benoy K Behl, Art - Historian & Photographer at Al-Edwani Hall, Dahiyat Abdullah Al-Salem. The exhibition is being inaugurated at 1900 hrs on 21 May, 2013. The exhibition shall be kept open till 27 May 2013 from 0900 hrs to 1230 hrs and 1700 hrs to 2100 hrs. All are cordially invit- ed to the exhibition.

My Experience in Kuwait he Aware Diwaniya on Tuesday, May 21 will be given by two German Expats, Jan Koeppen and TDetmar Ruediger. They will talk about their experience in Kuwait as well as intercultural aspects including sharing their tips and advice on spending he Gulf University for Science and Technology’s and the audience. He was proud of the students’ efforts Abla Abdel Al, and began with the national anthem fol- (GUST) Student Enrichment Services unit opened and hard work that each year not only brings new out- lowed by a group performance of traditional folk songs. leisure time in Kuwait. Please join us at 7 pm at Aware Tone of the most anticipated events at GUST last standing talent, but hones and grows the talents’ of stu- This year, two faculty musicians also participated in the Center, Villa 84, Street 50, Block 3, Surra. For more week. The annual Art and Music Exhibition was inaugurat- dents who have participated in the past. He explained that musical event. Dr David Miller and Dr Thorzten Botz each information please call 25335280 or visit ed by Dr Sabah Qaddoumi, Vice President of Academic GUST will continue to provide students with the tools and played classical solo piano pieces by Chopin and Schubert, www.aware.com.kw Services, and Dr Fahed Al-Sumait, Dean of Student Affairs environment they need to thrive in and outside the class- respectively. Student Sulaiman Abu Abdeh also played a with attendance by members of the faculty, staff and stu- room, as the university believes in helping a student classical piano solo before the student group played a col- Catholicate College family get-together dents of the university as well as their family members. The become well-rounded and accomplished in everything lection of songs ending with the Kuwaiti National Anthem. atholicate College Alumni Association (CCAA), students showcased their work from the current academic they do. The art exhibit contained several different styles Dr. Quaddoumi thanked the Office of Student Life which year and impressed the audience with the high caliber of and media which filled a large hall. Participants were guid- sponsored the event, as well as the staff of the Student Kuwait is holding its 2013 Family Get-together their music and artistic talents. ed on a tour of the work by the Art director, Salwa Abou El Enrichment Services who organized it: Mansour Ismatallah, Ctomorrow Friday 17th May 2013 at Chachoos Dr. Qaddoumi noted that this is a special event hosted Wafa, and also had the opportunity to meet several of the Salwa Abou El Wafa and Abla Abdel Al. Plaques were then Auditorium from 6.30 pm to 9.30 pm with cultural annually that helps create bonds between the students student artists. The concert was led by the Music Director, distributed to the participants to honor their talents. programs by talented children of alumni members and local artists. The Executive Committee of CCAA requests all Alumni Members to consider this as an Al-Bayan Bilingual School hosts commencement ceremony invitation and attend the Family Get-together with their families. Former students of Catholicate College who have not yet become members but are interest- ed to attend the Get-together are also welcome pro- vided they confirm their attendance in advance.

Raghav Juyal show on June 7 he Dancing Divas is organizing its 5th Annual Jubilation on the 7th of June 2013 at TCambridge School, Mangaf, between 6:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. The program will be attended by Raghav Juyal (Dance India Dance Fame) who will be judging the show as well as entertaining the audi- ence with his dance performances. Another highlight of the show is the presence of Raja Sagoo (Comedy eading non-profit educational institu- Present at the ceremony were two visit- Educational Company and program spon- the United States of America which owns Circus Fame) who will be anchor for the event. tion, Al-Bayan Bilingual School (BBS), ing professors from New York who hosted sor said, “I’d like to thank the Fawzia Sultan and manages the business operations of Raghav will also be conducting a dance workshop on Lhosted last week a ceremonial event and presided over the commencement; Educational Company for developing and leading educational and healthcare institu- the 8th of June at the Salmiya Model School. to celebrate the achievement of 13 local Henry Nicols, MS, Faculty of Buffalo SUNY supporting this project in an effort to pro- tions in the State of Kuwait. Among these Workshop will be for participants within the age teachers from nine private schools in who led the ceremony and Dr Susan Baum, mote the professional development of its’ institutions are Al-Bayan Bilingual School, a group of 8 and 30 and will be open for registration till Kuwait, who have recently earned a Master Director of the International Education teachers and other teachers in the commu- pioneer in the field of education since of Science in Multidisciplinary Studies and Program, from Buffalo SUNY who conferred nity. Our bottom line is about children. 1977; Fawzia Sultan International School, the 30th of May. received Certificates in either Special the degrees on the graduating teachers. Providing them with the best education the first special needs school in Kuwait; and Education for International Teachers or During her congratulatory speech, Dr possible and allowing each child to maxi- Fawzia Sultan Rehabilitation Institute, a Educational Leadership from the Buffalo Martha Thomson, Chairman of the Board of mize their potential. These ladies and gen- cutting edge rehabilitation institute spe- State, State University of New York (SUNY). Trustees of Al-Bayan Bilingual School and tlemen have better equipment now to do cializing in physical, psychological and Write to us Set up under the umbrella of Fawzia Fawzia Sultan International School said, “I that, and they all worked hard to get behavioral health. The Buffalo State, State Sultan Educational Company (FAWSEC) sev- am proud to be here today to recognize the there.” University of New York (SUNY) is accredited en years ago, the Buffalo State SUNY prestigious accomplishment of our gradu- The ceremony was followed by a short by the Commission of Higher Education of Masters Program provides educators with ates who have proved once more that reception for all attendees and guests of the Middle States Association of Colleges Send to What’s On professional development designed for learning never ends. We believe that edu- graduates. Founded in 1977, Bayan and Schools, and the Board of Regents, individuals with unique professional and cation is the greatest message and it is in Bilingual School, is a not for profit English State University of New York. The National upcoming events, birthdays or educational objectives not readily met by the forefront of our responsibilities to deliv- Arabic university preparatory institution Council for the Accreditation of Teacher celebrations by email: traditional master’s degree programs. The er core values and teachings of quality edu- dedicated to the development of students Education (NCATE) accredits the profes- Buffalo SUNY masters program focuses on cation to our students, faculty members through academics and character educa- sional education programs. [email protected] special needs and educational leadership, and the community as a whole.” tion. Fawzia Sultan Educational Company Fax: 24835619 / 20 and it is the only program of its kind cur- Lynda Abdul Raheem, Professional (FAWSEC) is a not for profit organization rently available in Kuwait. Development Coordinator at Fawzia Sultan established in the State of Kuwait and in WHAT’S ON THURSDAY, MAY 16, 2013 TIES Center events Embassy Sebamed on Information IES Center cordially invites all those countless articles & researches and has 2 interested to the following events: published books. And her most treasured T accomplishment is that of mother. If you EMBASSY OF AUSTRALIA 1-A diwaniya presentation entitled, “The are interested in the topic, Ties Center is the Instagram The Australian Embassy Kuwait does not Power of Water and Words,” by Sharifa Carlo best place to visit on May 21, 2013 at have a visa or immigration department. on Tuesday May 21, 2013 at 7:00 pm. 7:00pm. All processing of visas and immigration Dr Masaru Emoto is a prominent 2- A class entitled, “Qur’an Quotes matters in conducted by The Australian Japanese researcher who has studied and and Interpretation of Surat Al-Falaq - the Consulate-General in Dubai. Email: info.aus- documented the physical power of words. daybreak,” partnered by Hasan and Nejoud [email protected] (VFS) His research uses water and crystal forma- will be held at the TIES Center. After read- [email protected] (Visa Office); Tel: tion as stimulated by key words & phrases. ing specified Quranic verses aloud and +971 4 355 1958 (VFS) - +971 4 508 7200 (Visa Shariffa Carlo will explore Dr Emoto’s explaining them very briefly, Nejoud and Office); Fax: +971 4 355 0708 (Visa Office). In research into words and the physical Hassan, will take turns in explaining the Kuwait applications can be lodged at the effects they have on the world around us as various connotations of some words and Australian Visa Application Centre 4B 1st Floor, it relates to teachings in the Holy Quran phrases to show the literary beauty and Al-Banwan Building Al-Qibla Area, Ali Al-Salem and the traditions of the prophet miracle of the Qur’an - among others. After Street, opposite the Central Bank of Kuwait, Muhammad. that, attendees will be asked to participate Kuwait City, Kuwait. Working hours and days: Shariffa Carlo is a Professor of English for in the ensuing discussion on the topic and Engineering at the Public Authority for other related issues together. The class will 09:30 - 17:30; Sunday - Thursday. Or visit their Applied Education. She has a BA in English, involve an open discussion in casual setting website www.vfs-au-gcc-com for more informa- a BS in International Relations, an MA in with the aim of reflecting and pondering tion. Kuwait citizens can apply for tourist visas Composition & Rhetoric. Also she is ABD in over verses from the Noble Quran as well as on-line at www.immi.gov.au/e visa/e676.htm. Computer Applications of Linguistics. She learning how to recite some short surahs. n n n n n n n has an Ijaza (traditional Islamic degree) in The class begins after tomorrow May 22 at General Islamic Knowledge & has lectured 7:00 pm and will be held once a week, four e are glad to inform you that we launched our site on instagram. EMBASSY OF CANADA world-wide from China to LA and many times a month. Follow us on @sebamedkuwait and (hashtag)#sebamedkuwait and The Embassy of Canada in Kuwait does countries in between on Islamic & political For more information, please call Wsend us your shots involving all family members and be the lucky not have a visa or immigration depart- topics as well as Computer Assisted 25231015/6 or log onto: winner of a valuable prize from Sebamed products. ment. All processing of visa and immi- Instruction, Robotic Artificial Intelligence, www.tiescenter.net. gration matters including enquiries is conduct- Rhetoric & other topics. She has published ed by the Canadian Embassy in Abu Dhabi, UAE. Individuals who are interested in working, studying, visiting or immigrating to Canada should contact the Canadian Embassy in Abu Dhabi, website: www.UAE.gc.ca or www.going- tocanada.gc.ca, E-mail: abdbi-im- [email protected]. The Embassy of Canada is located at Villa 24, Al-Mutawakei St, Block 4 in Da’aiyah. Please visit our website at www.Kuwait.gc.ca. The Embassy of Canada is open from 07:30 to 15:30 Sunday through Thursday. The reception is open from 07:30 to 12:30. Consular services for Canadian citizens are provided from 09:00 until 12:00, Sunday through Wednesday. n n n n n n n EMBASSY OF CYPRUS In its capacity as EU Local Presidency in the State of Kuwait, the Embassy of the Republic of Cyprus, on behalf of the Member States of the EU and associated States participating in the Schengen cooper- ation, would like to announce that as from 2nd October 2012 all Schengen States’ Consulates in Kuwait will use the Visa Information System (VIS). The VIS is a central database for the exchange of data on short- stay (up to three months) visas between Schengen States. The main objectives of the Viaggio into Graphic Art VIS are to facilitate visa application proce- dures and checks at external border as well abrizio Nicoletti, Ambassador of Italy to Kuwait, will done with the collaboration of the creativity of MFlowers, These fields make the Salhia Complex famous around the as to enhance security. The VIS will contain all inaugurate the premiere exhibition on May 18 for Lazurd’s finest degustation and the setting design by P&E GCC and more. Sartoria Italia will have available in the car- the Schengen visa applications lodged by an various graphic art pieces entitled “Viaggio into International. net collection the Pablo Picasso “La danza” 1957, which F applicant over five years and the decisions Graphic Art”. Organised by “Sartoria Italia” with the part- From Sartoria Italia, the idea is to continue on their means “the dance”. With the collaboration of Toronto Co. nership of Salhia Complex , the 6-day unique and exciting mission that started from 2009 with the first art event, the painting will be presenting with the animation under taken by any Schengen State’s consulate. This event will be open to the public on the May 18 until May proposing new expressions of art, creating a gathering the note of the song “Take five” of the Legendary Dave will allow applicants to establish more easily 23, where the opening will commence at 7 pm, and the where the connoisseurs can meet, and share their pas- Brubeck Quartet. the lawful use of previous visas and their remaining five days from 10 am to 10 pm at Salhia sion. Dr Claudio Bassi, was so happy to collaborate on this We called this event “Viaggio” ( which means journey in bona fide status. For the purpose of the VIS, Complex. The exhibition will showcase precious graphic project giving us the opportunity to exhibit some pieces italian) because our intention is to carry on this journey applicants will be required to provide their art works from various artists such as Miro, Lichtenstien, from his own private collection also. His accurate work in through a full year of art exhibitions. The next event will biometric data (fingerprints and digital pho- De Chirico, Paladino and more. These art works are a selecting from several private collections is what will give be concentrated on paintings with a “performance” of a tos) when applying for a Schengen visa. It is a result of a long and attentive research of Dr Claudio Bassi this event value. His idea is to continue to provide painter, which we will keep secret for now. On the reac- simple and discreet procedure that only takes (Art Collector) which we have collaborated with in this “Sartoria Italia” with a selected collection of Graphic Art to tion of our attendees, we will be orienting the successive a few minutes. Biometric data, along with the magical adventure. Around 30 art pieces will take part in offer to the Kuwaiti market. event in the program trying to satisfy the request of art data provided in the Schengen visa applica- this event and the public interested in some of the piece, Salhia Complex his proud to continue their adventure from the local connoisseurs. We hope to welcome you in tion form, will be recorded in the VIS central can discuss them with Dr Bassi who will attend personally in collaboration with “Sartoria Italia” offering to their our event. database. Therefore, as from 2nd October the event. A warm and welcoming atmosphere will be selected clientele, events related with art and design. 2012, first-time applicants will have to appear in person when lodging the application, in order to provide their fingerprints. For subse- quent applications within 5 years the finger- AUK Arabic Literature Club hosts panel discussion prints can be copied from the previous appli- cation file in the VIS. The Cypriot Presidency would like to assure the people of Kuwait and all its permanent citizens that the Member States and associated States participating in the Schengen cooperation, have taken all necessary technical measures to facilitate the rapid examination and the efficient process- ing of visa applications and to ensure a quick and discreet procedure for the implementa- tion of the new VIS.

n n n n n n n EMBASSY OF SOUTH AFRICA The Embassy of the Republic of South Africa will be closed on Tuesday, 28 May 2013, for an official event. The Embassy will resume it’s normal working hours on Wednesday, 29 May 2013, from Sunday to Thursday. Please note that the Working hours will be from 8h00 to he Arabic Literature Club at AUK organ- awards ceremony in recognition of the guest 16h00 & the Consular Section operation hours will ized a panel discussion entitled “Genres speakers. be from 8h30 to 12h30, for any emergencies Tof Literary Writing”. The event hosted The Arabic Literature Club at the American please contact: 94924895. four renowned guest speakers: Waleed Al- University of Kuwait, currently led by Enjood Musallam, who talked about short story writ- Al-Hasawi, is a student organization interested n n n n n n n ing; Sulaiman Al-Yaseen, who talked about in different aspects of the Arabic language and EMBASSY GREECE screenwriting; Adnan Farzat, who talked about culture, such as Arabic poetry and literature. The Embassy of Greece in Kuwait has the journalistic writing; and Dr Moayed Hamzah, The main purpose of the club is to reveal the pleasure to announce that visa applica- who talked about playwriting. Arab identity, and practice the Arabic lan- tions must be submitted to Schengen Visa The discussion, which was moderated by guage at AUK. Most of the club events current- Application Centre (VFS office) located at 12th Enjood Al-Hasawi, the President of the Arabic ly focus on Arabic literature and poetry. The floor, Al-Naser Tower, Fahad Al-Salem Street, Al- Literature Club, pointed out the differences Arabic Club aims to hold more cultural events Qibla area, Kuwait City, (Parking at Souk Watia). For between the types of literary writing, and the that will include Arabic music and the hosting information please call 22281046 from 08:30 to techniques used in each of them. The writers of famous experts in the Arabic language to 17:00 (Sunday to Thursday). Working hours: shared their writing experiences with students, share their experience and thoughts with the Submission from 08:30 to 15:30. Passport collec- and highlighted the social influences on each students. All events hosted by the Arabic Club tion from 16:00 to 17:00. For visa applications writing genre. The event concluded with a are being done in association with the Arabic please visit the following website question and answer session, followed by an Department at AUK. www.mfa.gr/kuwait.

n n n n n n n United Indian School lifts IIS trophy EMBASSY OF SOUTH KOREA The Embassy of the Republic of Korea in nited Indian School won the Kuwait will organize 2013 K-POP Contest on IIS Cup Inter School Thursday, June 6, 2013 at 6:00 pm. The aim UBasketball Tournament of the contest is to provide an opportunity to the organized by India International participants to showcase their exciting talents to the School, Mangaf. UIS were the win- audience. Everyone is encouraged to participate in ners in U- 10 boys category, Runner the contest. Application forms can be downloaded up in U - 10 girls category, Runner from the Embassy’s website: http://kwt.mofa.go.kr up in U - 12 girls category and (Select English from the menu at the top of the secured third place in U - 12 boys page then Bilateral Relations) or visit the “Korean category. UIS budding stars dis- Culture Diwaniya” Facebook Group. Interested appli- played a spectacular show and cants must send their application forms to became the overall champions in [email protected] by 24 May 2013. this tournament. TV PROGRAMS THURSDAY, MAY 16, 2013

03:30 Asia Business Report 18:05 The Garfield Show 17:00 International Desk 03:45 Sport Today 18:30 Sylvester & Tweety Mysteries 18:00 Global Exchange 04:00 BBC World News 18:55 The 13 Ghosts Of Scooby-Doo 18:45 CNN Marketplace Middle East 04:30 Asia Business Report 19:20 Tom And Jerry Tales 19:00 CNN Football Club 00:45 Your Worst Animal 04:45 Sport Today 19:45 What’s New Scooby Doo 19:30 Open Court 00:00 Scouted Nightmares 05:00 BBC World News 20:10 Tiny Toon Adventures 20:00 International Desk 00:55 Style Star 01:35 I’m Alive 05:30 Asia Business Report 20:35 Puppy In My Pocket 21:00 Quest Means Business 01:25 THS 02:25 Safari Vet School 05:45 Sport Today 21:00 What’s New Scooby-Doo? 21:45 CNN Marketplace Europe 02:20 THS 02:50 Safari Vet School 06:00 BBC World News 21:25 Looney Tunes 22:00 Amanpour 03:15 Style Star 03:15 Wildest Africa 06:30 Hardtalk 21:50 Dexter’s Laboratory 22:30 CNN Newscenter 03:40 Extreme Close-Up 04:05 Galapagos 07:00 BBC World News 22:15 Tom & Jerry Tales 23:00 Connect The World With 04:10 THS 04:55 Shamwari: A Wild Life 07:30 World Business Report 23:05 Pink Panther And Pals Becky Anderson 05:05 E!es 05:20 Cheetah Kingdom 07:45 BBC World News 23:30 Pink Panther And Pals 06:00 THS 05:45 SSPCA: On The Wildside 08:00 BBC World News 23:55 Moomins 07:50 Style Star 06:10 SSPCA: On The Wildside 08:30 World Business Report 08:20 E! News 06:35 Wildlife SOS 08:45 BBC World News 09:15 Ice Loves Coco 09:45 Ice Loves Coco 07:00 The Really Wild Show 09:00 BBC World News 00:15 You Have Been Warned 10:15 THS 07:25 Groomer Has It 09:30 World Business Report 01:10 James May’s Man Lab 12:05 E! News 08:15 Dogs 101 09:45 BBC World News 02:05 Mythbusters 00:30 Grim Adventures Of... 13:05 Chasing The Saturdays 09:10 Weird Creatures With Nick 10:00 BBC World News 03:00 Mythbusters 01:20 Johnny Test 13:35 Chasing The Saturdays Baker 10:30 World Business Report 03:55 Border Security 02:10 Ben 10: Ultimate Alien 14:05 Kourtney & Kim Take New 10:05 Safari Vet School 10:45 BBC World News 04:20 Auction Hunters 02:35 Ben 10: Ultimate Alien York 10:30 Safari Vet School 11:00 BBC World News 04:50 Storage Hunters 03:00 The Amazing World Of 15:00 Style Star 11:00 Animal Cops Houston 11:30 Hardtalk 05:15 How Machines Work Gumball 15:30 THS 11:55 Shamwari: A Wild Life 12:00 BBC World News 05:40 How Stuff’s Made 03:25 Regular Show 16:30 Extreme Close-Up 12:20 Wildlife SOS 12:30 World Business Report 06:05 Sons Of Guns 03:50 Ben 10: Omniverse 17:00 Playing With Fire 12:50 Safari Vet School 12:45 Sport Today 07:00 Mythbusters 04:15 Scooby-Doo! Mystery 18:00 E! News 13:15 Safari Vet School 13:00 BBC World News 07:50 Futurecar Incorporated 19:00 THS 13:45 Animal Precinct 13:30 BBC World News 08:45 Gold Rush - Season 3 Specials 04:40 Powerpuff Girls 20:00 Kourtney And Kim Take Miami 14:40 Safari Vet School 14:00 GMT With George Alagiah 09:40 Border Security 05:05 Evil Con Carne 21:00 Chasing The Saturdays 15:05 Safari Vet School 14:30 GMT With George Alagiah 10:05 Auction Hunters 05:30 Cow & Chicken 21:30 Fashion Police 15:30 Cheetah Kingdom 15:00 BBC World News 10:30 Auction Kings 06:00 Casper’s Scare School 22:30 E! News 16:00 The Really Wild Show 15:30 World Business Report 10:55 How Machines Work 06:30 Angelo Rules 23:30 Chelsea Lately 16:30 Dogs 101 15:45 Sport Today 11:25 How It’s Made 07:00 Dreamworks Dragons Riders 17:25 World’s Ugliest Dog 16:00 Impact With Mishal Husain 11:50 You Have Been Warned Of Berk Competition 16:30 Impact With Mishal Husain 12:45 James May’s Man Lab 07:25 Johnny Test 18:20 America’s Cutest... 17:00 Impact With Mishal Husain 13:40 Mythbusters 07:45 Scooby-Doo! Mystery 19:15 Monkey Life 17:30 Hardtalk 14:35 Border Security Incorporated 19:40 Bondi Vet 18:00 Global With John Sopel 15:05 Auction Hunters 00:05 Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives 08:10 Evil Con Carne 20:10 Shamwari: A Wild Life 18:30 Global With John Sopel 15:30 Auction Kings 00:30 Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives 08:55 Adventure Time 20:35 Cheetah Kingdom 19:00 Global With John Sopel 16:00 Fast N’ Loud 00:55 Unwrapped 09:45 Regular Show 21:05 Safari Vet School 19:30 World Business Report 16:55 Gold Rush 01:20 Unwrapped 10:35 Angelo Rules 21:30 Safari Vet School 19:45 Sport Today 17:50 Mythbusters 01:45 Charly’s Cake Angels 11:25 Ben 10: Alien Force 22:00 Biggest And Baddest 20:00 BBC World News 18:45 Sons Of Guns 02:10 Charly’s Cake Angels 11:50 Ben 10: Alien Force 22:55 Untamed China With Nigel 20:30 BBC Focus On Africa 19:40 How Machines Work 02:35 Unique Sweets 12:15 Hero 108 Marven 21:00 World News Today With 20:05 How It’s Made 03:00 Unique Sweets 12:40 Hero 108 23:50 Animal Cops Houston Zeinab Badawi 20:35 Auction Hunters 03:25 Food Wars 13:05 Mucha Lucha ! 21:30 World News Today With 21:00 Storage Hunters 03:50 Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives 13:30 Angelo Rules Zeinab Badawi 21:30 Heroes Of Hell’s Highway 04:15 Unique Eats 14:20 Evil Con Carne 22:00 World News Today With 22:25 Sons Of Guns 04:40 Chopped 15:10 The Amazing World Of Zeinab Badawi 23:20 Hellriders 05:30 Iron Chef America 00:40 Come Dine With Me Gumball 22:30 World Business Report 06:10 Food Network Challenge 01:30 Masterchef: The Professionals 15:35 Adventure Time 22:45 Sport Today 07:00 Guy’s Big Bite 02:15 Gok’s Fashion Fix 16:00 Regular Show MORNING ON OSN CINEMA 23:00 Business Edition With Tanya 07:25 Guy’s Big Bite 03:05 Coastal Kitchen 16:30 Johnny Test Beckett 07:50 Reza’s African Kitchen 03:30 Cash In The Attic 17:00 Ben 10: Omniverse 06:00 Flower Girl-PG15 23:30 Hardtalk 00:05 How Tech Works 08:15 Kid In A Candy Store 07:00 Emmerdale 04:15 Bargain Hunt 17:25 Dreamworks Dragons Riders 17:15 Bondi Rescue 00:30 Sci-Fi Science 08:40 Unique Sweets 07:30 Coronation Street 08:00 Happy Feet Two-PG 05:00 Holmes On Homes Of Berk 17:40 Bondi Rescue 01:00 Trek Nation 09:05 Barefoot Contessa - Back To 08:00 C.S.I. New York 10:00 Diary Of A Wimpy Kid: Rodrick 05:45 Gok’s Fashion Fix 17:50 Gormiti New 18:10 Danger Beach 02:45 Stephen Hawking’s Grand Basics 09:00 Bones Rules-PG 06:35 New Scandinavian Cooking 18:15 Young Justice 18:35 The Ride: Alaska To Patagonia Design 09:30 The Next Food Network Star 10:00 Castle 11:45 Sherlock Holmes: A Game Of 07:00 Baking Mad With Eric Lanlard 18:40 Ben 10: Ultimate Alien 19:05 Lonely Planet: Roads Less 00:45 Wacky Races 03:35 Bad Universe 10:20 Extra Virgin 11:00 Touch Shadows-PG15 07:25 Food And Drink 19:05 Total Drama Island Travelled 01:35 Duck Dodgers 04:25 Superships 10:45 Extra Virgin 12:00 Emmerdale 14:00 Every Jack Has A Jill-PG15 07:50 New Scandinavian Cooking 19:30 Total Drama Island 20:00 The Frankincense Trail 02:00 Duck Dodgers 05:15 The Gadget Show 11:10 Cooking For Real 12:30 Coronation Street 16:00 Happy Feet Two-PG 08:15 Homes Under The Hammer 19:55 Mucha Lucha ! 21:00 Graham’s World 02:25 Dastardly And Muttley 05:40 How Tech Works 11:35 Food Crafters 13:00 The Ellen DeGeneres Show 18:00 Tower Heist-PG15 09:05 Bargain Hunt 20:20 Ben 10: Omniverse 21:30 Market Values 02:50 Dastardly And Muttley 06:05 Prophets Of Science Fiction 12:00 Ultimate Recipe Showdown 14:00 C.S.I. New York 20:00 Toast-PG15 09:50 Antiques Roadshow 20:45 The Amazing World Of 22:00 Departures 03:00 Dexter’s Laboratory 07:00 James May’s 20th Century 12:50 Grill It! With Bobby Flay 15:00 Eureka 22:00 Marley-PG15 10:40 Extreme Makeover: Home Gumball 22:55 Graham’s World 16:00 Emmerdale 03:30 Wacky Races 07:25 James May’s 20th Century 13:15 Barefoot Contessa - Back To Edition 21:10 Adventure Time 23:20 David Rocco‚Äôs Dolce Vita 16:30 Coronation Street 03:55 Sylvester & Tweety Mysteries 07:50 Curiosity Basics 11:25 Masterchef: The Professionals 21:35 Regular Show 23:50 David Rocco‚Äôs Dolce Vita 17:00 The Ellen DeGeneres Show 04:20 Tom & Jerry 08:40 The Gadget Show 13:40 Barefoot Contessa - Back To 00:30 HSBC Sevens World Series 12:10 Come Dine With Me 22:00 Ben 10 18:00 C.S.I. New York 04:45 The Garfield Show 09:05 How Tech Works Basics 03:30 Ladies European Tour 13:00 Baking Mad With Eric Lanlard 22:25 Ben 10 19:00 Switched At Birth 05:00 Bananas In Pyjamas 09:30 Da Vinci’s Machines 14:05 Food Wars 04:30 NRL Premiership 13:30 New Scandinavian Cooking 22:50 Mucha Lucha ! 20:00 American Idol 05:25 Gerald McBoing Boing 10:25 What’s That About? 14:30 Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives 06:30 ICC Cricket 360 13:55 Bargain Hunt 23:15 Mucha Lucha ! 02:15 Alien Resurrection-18 21:00 Suits 05:45 Jelly Jamm 11:20 Superships 14:55 Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives 07:00 HSBC Sevens World Series 14:40 Cash In The Attic 23:40 Powerpuff Girls 04:15 Men In Black-PG15 22:00 The Hollow Crown 06:00 Ha Ha Hairies 12:10 Prophets Of Science Fiction 15:20 Guy’s Big Bite 10:00 NRL Full Time 15:25 Antiques Roadshow 06:00 True Justice: Blood Alley-PG15 06:25 Bananas In Pyjamas 13:00 Curiosity 15:45 Chopped 10:30 AFL Premiership Highlights 16:20 Extreme Makeover: Home 08:00 Monsters-PG15 06:50 Lazytown 13:50 Sci-Fi Science 16:35 Barefoot Contessa - Back To 11:30 Trans World Sport Edition 10:00 Superman vs. The Elite-PG15 07:15 Krypto: The Super Dog 14:20 The Gadget Show Basics 12:30 ICC Cricket 360 17:00 Homes Under The Hammer 11:30 Ip Man 2-PG15 01:15 The Godfather II 07:40 Baby Looney Tunes 14:45 How Tech Works 17:00 Barefoot Contessa - Back To 13:00 Live Cricket 17:55 Baking Mad With Eric Lanlard 13:30 Monsters-PG15 04:15 Alien Resurrection 08:05 Gerald McBoing Boing 15:10 James May’s 20th Century Basics 21:00 ICC Cricket 360 18:20 The Roux Legacy 00:00 Amanpour 15:15 X-Men: First Class-PG15 06:15 Men In Black 08:30 Cartoonito Tales 15:35 James May’s 20th Century 17:25 Food Wars 21:30 Inside The PGA Tour 18:55 The Hairy Bikers USA 00:30 World Sport 17:45 Ip Man 2-PG15 08:00 True Justice: Blood Alley 08:55 Ha Ha Hairies 16:00 Da Vinci’s Machines 17:50 Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives 22:00 Live PGA Tour 19:20 New Scandinavian Cooking 01:00 Piers Morgan Live 19:45 A Dangerous Man-18 10:00 Monsters 09:20 Lazytown 16:55 What’s That About? 18:15 Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives 19:45 Come Dine With Me 02:00 CNN Newsroom Live From 21:30 The Echo-18 12:00 Superman vs. The Elite 09:45 Baby Looney Tunes 17:45 Superships 18:40 Guy’s Big Bite 20:35 Extreme Makeover: Home Hong Kong 23:30 The Godfather III-18 13:30 Ip Man 2 10:10 Krypto: The Super Dog 18:35 Meteorite Men 19:05 Reza’s African Kitchen Edition 03:00 Anderson Cooper 360 15:30 Monsters 00:00 Inside The PGA Tour 10:35 Cartoonito Tales 19:30 James May’s 20th Century 19:30 Chopped 21:20 Antiques Roadshow 04:00 Piers Morgan Live 17:15 X-Men: First Class 00:30 PGA European Tour Weekly 11:00 Jelly Jamm 19:55 James May’s 20th Century 20:20 Chopped 22:15 Bargain Hunt 05:00 Quest Means Business 19:45 Ip Man 2 01:00 NRL Full Time 11:25 Gerald McBoing Boing 20:20 Finding Bigfoot 21:10 Amazing Wedding Cakes 23:00 Homes Under The Hammer 06:00 The Situation Room 21:45 A Dangerous Man 01:30 Futbol Mundial 11:50 Lazytown 21:10 The Gadget Show 22:00 Food Network Challenge 01:00 The Decoy Bride-PG15 23:55 Cash In The Attic 07:00 World Sport 02:45 The Descendants-PG15 23:30 The Echo 02:00 Rugby League Challenge Cup 12:15 Baby Looney Tunes 07:30 Talk Asia 21:35 How Tech Works 22:50 Food Network Caters Your 03:30 AFL Premiership 12:40 Jelly Jamm 22:00 James May’s 20th Century Wedding 04:45 We Bought A Zoo-PG 08:00 World Report 07:00 Madea’s Big Happy Family- 06:00 Trans World Sport 13:00 Tom & Jerry Kids 09:00 World Report 22:25 James May’s 20th Century 23:40 Food Wars 07:00 Futbol Mundial PG15 00:00 Stripes-18 13:25 A Pup Named Scooby-Doo 10:00 World Sport 22:50 Sport Science 07:30 Rugby League Challenge Cup 09:00 The Decoy Bride-PG15 02:00 Vampire In Brooklyn-PG15 13:50 Moomins 10:30 I Report For CNN 23:40 The Gadget Show 09:00 Premier League Darts 11:00 Morning-PG15 04:00 While You Were Sleeping- 00:00 BBC World News America 14:20 Sylvester & Tweety Mysteries 11:00 World Business Today 12:30 Futbol Mundial 13:00 Interview With A Hitman- PG15 00:30 BBC World News America 14:45 The Looney Tunes Show 12:00 World One 13:00 Inside The PGA Tour 00:30 Dr G: Medical Examiner PG15 06:00 12 Dates Of Christmas-PG15 01:00 Newsday 15:10 The 13 Ghosts Of Scooby-Doo 12:30 Open Court 13:30 PGA European Tour Weekly 01:20 A Haunting 15:00 Underground: The Julian 08:00 Wild Wild West-PG15 01:30 Asia Business Report 15:35 Taz-Mania 13:00 Amanpour 14:00 Live PGA European Tour 02:05 Nightmare Next Door Assange Story-PG15 10:00 3 Holiday Tails-PG 01:45 Sport Today 16:00 Tiny Toon Adventures 13:30 CNN Newscenter 18:00 Trans World Sport 00:00 Hannah Montana 02:55 Nightmare Next Door 17:00 Just Crazy Enough-PG15 12:00 While You Were Sleeping- 02:00 Newsday 16:25 Moomins 14:00 Piers Morgan Live 19:00 WWE NXT 00:20 Hannah Montana 03:45 I Almost Got Away With It 19:00 Young Adult-PG15 PG15 02:30 Asia Business Report 16:50 Tom And Jerry Tales 15:00 News Stream 20:00 UFC Unleached 00:45 Brandy & Mr Whiskers 04:30 Dr G: Medical Examiner 21:00 Shark Night-PG15 14:00 Bushwhacked-PG 02:45 Sport Today 17:15 What’s New Scooby Doo 16:00 World Business Today 21:00 Live Premier League Darts 03:00 Newsday 17:40 The Looney Tunes Show 01:05 Brandy & Mr Whiskers 05:20 A Haunting 23:00 The Skin I Live In-R 16:00 3 Holiday Tails-PG 01:30 Emperor’s New School 06:10 Nightmare Next Door 18:00 The Naked Gun: From The 01:50 Emperor’s New School 07:00 Mystery Diagnosis Files Of Police Squad-PG 02:15 Replacements 07:50 Street Patrol 20:00 Grabbers-PG15 00:30 The Daily Show With Jon 00:30 ICC Cricket 360 02:35 Replacements 08:15 Street Patrol 22:00 Stripes-18 01:00 World Pool Masters 03:00 Brandy & Mr Whiskers 08:40 Real Emergency Calls Stewart 01:00 The Colbert Report 02:00 World Cup Of Pool 03:20 Brandy & Mr Whiskers 09:05 Who On Earth Did I Marry? 03:00 Pro 12 03:45 Emperor’s New School 09:30 On The Case With Paula Zahn 01:30 Weeds 02:00 It’s Always Sunny In 05:00 Top 14 Highlights 04:05 Emperor’s New School 10:20 Murder Shift 01:15 The Company Men-PG15 05:30 ICC Cricket 360 04:30 Replacements 11:10 Disappeared Philadelphia 03:00 The Silence Of The Lambs-18 02:30 The Big C 06:00 Trans World Sport 04:50 Replacements 12:00 Mystery Diagnosis 05:00 13-PG15 07:00 Golfing World 05:15 Brandy & Mr Whiskers 12:50 Street Patrol 03:00 Ben And Kate 07:00 Offline-PG15 03:30 The Simpsons 08:00 Asian Tour Golf Show 05:35 Brandy & Mr Whiskers 13:15 Street Patrol 09:00 TT: Closer To The Edge-PG15 08:30 Total Rugby 06:00 Prankstars 13:40 Forensic Detectives 04:00 Seinfeld 10:45 Oscar And Lucinda-PG15 04:30 The Tonight Show With Jay 09:00 World Pool Masters 06:25 Suite Life On Deck 14:30 On The Case With Paula Zahn 13:00 Taken Back: Finding Haley- 10:00 World Cup Of Pool 06:45 Cory In The House 15:20 Real Emergency Calls Leno PG15 05:30 Emily’s Reasons Why Not 11:00 Golfing World 07:10 A.N.T Farm 15:45 Who On Earth Did I Marry? 14:30 TT: Closer To The Edge-PG15 12:00 Pro 12 07:35 Austin And Ally 16:10 Disappeared 06:00 Arrested Development 16:15 Gandhi-PG 06:30 Samantha Who? 14:00 Total Rugby 07:55 Jessie 17:00 Murder Shift 19:30 B-Girl-PG15 14:30 Premier League Darts 08:20 Good Luck Charlie 17:50 Forensic Detectives 07:00 Late Night With Jimmy Fallon 21:00 Perfect Sense-18 08:00 Seinfeld 18:00 Top 14 08:45 Doc McStuffins 18:40 On The Case With Paula Zahn 23:00 Blind Revenge-18 20:00 Futbol Mundial 09:05 Mickey Mouse Clubhouse 19:30 Disappeared 08:30 Emily’s Reasons Why Not 09:00 Ben And Kate 20:30 Total Rugby 09:30 A.N.T Farm 20:20 Nightmare Next Door 21:00 Super Rugby Highlights 09:55 Jonas 21:10 Couples Who Kill 09:30 Modern Family 10:00 The Mindy Project 22:00 AFL Premiership Highlights 10:15 So Random 22:00 On The Case With Paula Zahn 01:00 Rabbit Hole-PG15 23:00 Trans World Sport 10:40 Hannah Montana 22:50 I Escaped Death 10:30 Samantha Who? 02:45 Footloose-PG15 11:05 Sonny With A Chance 23:40 I Almost Got Away With It 11:00 The Tonight Show With Jay 04:45 Moneyball-PG15 11:25 Kim Possible Leno 07:00 Something Borrowed-PG15 11:50 Shake It Up 12:00 Arrested Development 09:00 Larry Crowne-PG15 00:00 UIM F1H2O Nations Cup 12:15 Shake It Up 12:30 Seinfeld 10:45 Battleship-PG15 00:30 UIM Powerboat Champs 12:35 Wizards Of Waverly Place 13:00 Emily’s Reasons Why Not 13:00 Taken From Me: The Tiffany 01:00 NHL 13:00 Wizards Of Waverly Place 00:45 Deadly Arts 13:30 Samantha Who? Rubin Story-PG 03:00 Ping Pong World 13:25 Austin And Ally 01:40 Deadliest Journeys 14:00 The Simpsons 15:00 Page Eight-PG15 04:00 US Bass Fishing 13:45 Jessie 02:05 The Best Job In The World 14:30 The Mindy Project 17:00 Larry Crowne-PG15 05:00 NHL 14:10 A.N.T Farm 02:35 Bondi Rescue 15:00 Modern Family 18:45 Snow White And The 07:00 WWE SmackDown 14:35 So Random 03:00 Bondi Rescue 15:30 The Daily Show With Jon Huntsman-PG15 09:00 Ping Pong World 14:55 The Adventures Of Disney 03:30 Danger Beach Stewart 21:00 That’s My Boy-R 10:00 US Bass Fishing Fairies 03:55 The Ride: Alaska To Patagonia 16:00 The Colbert Report 23:00 The Inbetweeners-18 11:00 NHL 15:20 Good Luck Charlie 04:25 Lonely Planet: Roads Less 16:30 Arrested Development 13:00 WWE Vintage Collection 15:45 Jessie Travelled 17:00 Late Night With Jimmy Fallon 14:00 WWE Bottom Line 16:10 Shake It Up 05:20 Departures 18:00 New Girl 15:00 Mass Participation Ironman 16:35 A.N.T. Farm 06:15 Food Lover’s Guide To The 18:30 Friends 01:00 Olentzero And The Magic Log 17:00 UIM Aquabike Champs 17:00 Austin And Ally Planet 19:00 Community 02:45 Battle For Terra 17:30 UFC TUF Finale 17:20 Suite Life On Deck 06:40 Market Values 20:00 The Tonight Show With Jay 04:30 Barnyard 20:30 Prizefighter 17:45 Suite Life On Deck 07:10 The Frankincense Trail Leno 06:00 Winx 23:30 NHL 18:10 Cory In The House 08:05 Deadly Arts 21:00 The Daily Show With Jon 08:00 Dragon Hunters 18:30 Wizards Of Waverly Place 09:00 Deadliest Journeys Stewart 10:00 Snowmen 18:55 That’s So Raven 09:25 The Best Job In The World 21:30 The Colbert Report 11:30 Return To Halloweentown 19:20 A.N.T Farm 09:55 Bondi Rescue 22:00 The League 13:00 Blue Elephant 2 01:15 A Patch Of Blue-PG 19:40 Good Luck Charlie 10:20 Bondi Rescue 22:30 Eastbound & Down 14:45 Battle For Terra 03:00 Shaft 20:05 Jessie 10:50 Danger Beach 23:00 The Big C 16:15 Horrid Henry 04:45 Mr. Skeffington-FAM 20:30 Wizards Of Waverly Place 11:15 The Ride: Alaska To Patagonia 23:30 Late Night With Jimmy Fallon 18:00 Snowmen 07:00 North By Northwest-PG 20:50 Wizards Of Waverly Place 11:45 Lonely Planet: Roads Less 20:00 The Apple & The Worm 09:15 The Hook-PG 21:15 So Random Travelled 22:00 Blue Elephant 2 10:50 Lost In A Harem-FAM 21:40 Hannah Montana 12:40 Long Way Down 23:45 Horrid Henry 12:20 Dial M For Murder-PG 22:00 Jonas 13:35 Graham’s World 00:00 Eureka 14:10 Mildred Pierce-PG 22:25 Sonny With A Chance 14:00 Market Values 01:00 The Client List 16:00 The Adventures Of Robin 22:50 Sonny With A Chance 14:30 The Frankincense Trail 02:00 Castle Hood-PG 00:00 Failure To Launch-PG15 23:10 Wizards Of Waverly Place 15:25 Around The World For Free 04:00 Bones 17:45 Mr. Skeffington-FAM 02:00 According To Greta-PG15 23:35 Wizards Of Waverly Place 16:20 Deadliest Journeys 05:00 Castle 20:00 Operation Crossbow-PG MONSTERS ON OSN ACTION HD 16:45 The Best Job In The World 06:00 Eureka 04:00 Dead Lines-PG15 22:00 The Champ-PG Classifieds

THURSDAY, MAY 16, 2013

Kuwait KNCC PROGRAMME FROM THURSDAY TO WEDNESDAY (16/05/2013 TO 22/05/2013)

SHARQIA-1 SAMEER ABOO ELNEEL (DIG) 3:45 PM PHANTOM (DIG) 12:45 PM SAMEER ABOO ELNEEL (DIG) 6:00 PM STAR TREK INTO DARKNESS (DIG) 2:45 PM SAMEER ABOO ELNEEL (DIG) 8:15 PM STAR TREK INTO DARKNESS (DIG) 5:30 PM SAMEER ABOO ELNEEL (DIG) 10:30 PM PHANTOM (DIG) 8:15 PM SAMEER ABOO ELNEEL (DIG) 12:45 AM STAR TREK INTO DARKNESS (DIG) 10:15 PM PHANTOM (DIG) 1:00 AM 360º- 2 WELCOME TO THE PUNCH (DIG) 12:45 PM SHARQIA-2 WELCOME TO THE PUNCH (DIG) 3:00 PM THE GREAT GATSBY (DIG-3D) 1:45 PM WELCOME TO THE PUNCH (DIG) 5:15 PM THE GREAT GATSBY (DIG-3D) 4:30 PM WELCOME TO THE PUNCH (DIG) 7:30 PM IRON MAN 3 (DIG-3D) 7:15 PM WELCOME TO THE PUNCH (DIG) 9:45 PM THE GREAT GATSBY (DIG-3D) 9:45 PM WELCOME TO THE PUNCH (DIG) 12:05 AM IRON MAN 3 (DIG-3D) 12:30 AM AL-KOUT.1 MUHALAB-1 IRON MAN 3 (DIG-3D) 2:00 PM THE GREAT GATSBY (DIG) 1:45 PM STAR TREK INTO DARKNESS (DIG-3D) 4:30 PM JAVA HEAT (DIG) 4:30 PM STAR TREK INTO DARKNESS (DIG-3D) 7:15 PM THE GREAT GATSBY (DIG) 6:30 PM IRON MAN 3 (DIG-3D) 10:00 PM THE GREAT GATSBY (DIG) 9:15 PM STAR TREK INTO DARKNESS (DIG-3D) 12:30 AM MUHALAB-2 AL-KOUT.2 SAMEER ABOO ELNEEL (DIG) 1:00 PM SAMEER ABOO ELNEEL (DIG) 1:15 PM PHANTOM (DIG) 3:30 PM SAMEER ABOO ELNEEL (DIG) 3:30 PM SAMEER ABOO ELNEEL (DIG) 5:30 PM WELCOME TO THE PUNCH (DIG) 6:00 PM PHANTOM (DIG) 7:45 PM SAMEER ABOO ELNEEL (DIG) 8:15 PM SAMEER ABOO ELNEEL (DIG) 9:45 PM SAMEER ABOO ELNEEL (DIG) 10:30 PM SAMEER ABOO ELNEEL (DIG) 12:45 AM FANAR-1 SAMEER ABOO ELNEEL (DIG) 1:15 PM BAIRAQ-1 SAMEER ABOO ELNEEL (DIG) 3:30 PM STAR TREK INTO DARKNESS (DIG-3D) 12:45 PM MATRIMONIAL THE CALL (DIG) 5:45 PM STAR TREK INTO DARKNESS (DIG-3D) 3:30 PM SAMEER ABOO ELNEEL (DIG) 7:45 PM STAR TREK INTO DARKNESS (DIG-3D) 6:15 PM Looking for brides working SAMEER ABOO ELNEEL (DIG) 10:00 PM IRON MAN 3 (DIG-3D) 9:00 PM in Kuwait for Hindu Ezhava SAMEER ABOO ELNEEL (DIG) 2:15 AM STAR TREK INTO DARKNESS (DIG-3D) 11:45 PM brothers 32 and 27 year old FANAR-2 BAIRAQ-2 Mulam Chittra (stars) from PHANTOM (DIG) 2:45 PM PHANTOM (DIG) 12:30 PM Kottayam, Kerala. If interest- PHANTOM (DIG) 3:00 PM PHANTOM (DIG) 2:30 PM RISE OF THE ZOMBIES (DIG) 5:00 PM THE GREAT GATSBY (DIG) 4:45 PM ed please contact. Email: PHANTOM (DIG) 7:00 PM PHANTOM (DIG) 7:30 PM [email protected] PHANTOM (DIG) 9:00 PM THE GREAT GATSBY (DIG) 9:45 PM (C 4412) PHANTOM (DIG) 11:00 PM PHANTOM (DIG) 12:30 AM 11-5-2013 PHANTOM (DIG) 1:00 AM NO SUN+ TUE+WED PLAZA STAR TREK INTO DARKNESS (DIG) 5:30 PM MARINA-1 SAMEER ABOO ELNEEL (DIG) 8:15 PM FOR SALE excellent condition, STAR TREK INTO DARKNESS (DIG) 1:30 PM STAR TREK INTO DARKNESS (DIG) 10:30 PM 68000km, price KD 3,300/-. JAVA HEAT (DIG) 4:30 PM Nissan Infiniti G37 2009 STAR TREK INTO DARKNESS (DIG) 6:30 PM LAILA Contact: 66729295. STAR TREK INTO DARKNESS (DIG) 9:15 PM IRON MAN 3 (DIG) 5:30 PM model, 3.7 liter, excellent (C 4406) STAR TREK INTO DARKNESS (DIG) 12:05 AM NO WED condition, automatic, origi- NO SUN+ TUE+WED THE GREAT GATSBY (DIG) 8:00 PM nal paint, 6 cylinder, 6 CD NO WED changer, mobile connectivi- MARINA-2 STAR TREK INTO DARKNESS (DIG) 10:45 PM ty, rear view camera and SITUATION WANTED SAMEER ABOO ELNEEL (DIG) 1:30 PM NO WED scanner, sunroof, sand col- PHANTOM (DIG) 3:45 PM 9 years Kuwait experienced SAMEER ABOO ELNEEL (DIG) 5:45 PM AJIAL.1 or, cruise control, GPS, as SAMEER ABOO ELNEEL (DIG) 8:00 PM EMMANUEL (DIG) (MALAYALAM) 6:30 PM good as new. Has run Indian house driver avail- PHANTOM (DIG) 10:15 PM EMMANUEL (DIG) (MALAYALAM) 9:30 PM 60,000 kms, Price KD able from 9th of June PHANTOM (DIG) 12:30 AM 6,500/-. Contact: 99742340. onwards. Sponsor release AJIAL.2 money no need, preferred AVENUES-1 TADAKHA (DIG) (TELUGU) 6:45 PM (C 4414) JAVA HEAT (DIG) 2:00 PM THU+FRI 13-5-2013 to work for a small family. RISE OF THE ZOMBIES (DIG) 4:15 PM SAMEER ABOO ELNEEL (DIG) 5:30 PM Contact: 90049716. JAVA HEAT (DIG) 6:30 PM NO THU+FRI Two Mitsubishi L300 long (C 4413) JAVA HEAT (DIG) 8:45 PM SAMEER ABOO ELNEEL (DIG) 7:45 PM panel delivery vehicles white 13-5-2013 RISE OF THE ZOMBIES (DIG) 11:00 PM NO THU+FRI JAVA HEAT (DIG) 1:15 AM SAMEER ABOO ELNEEL (DIG) 10:00 PM color, 2004 model, 225,000 9:45 PM km, price KD 1,300/- and AVENUES-2 METRO-1 2007 model, 201,000 km, SITUATION VACANT WELCOME TO THE PUNCH (DIG) 1:45 PM NERAM (DIG) (TAMIL) 6:30 PM price KD 2,300/, fully main- Prayer timings WELCOME TO THE PUNCH (DIG) 4:00 PM NERAM (DIG) (TAMIL) 9:30 PM tained by Al-Mulla, ready for Cook required for Kuwaiti THE CALL (DIG) 6:15 PM checking any time. Contact: home, knows local and Fajr: 03:26 WELCOME TO THE PUNCH (DIG) 8:30 PM METRO-2 international food, transfer- WELCOME TO THE PUNCH (DIG) 10:45 PM TADAKHA (DIG) (TELUGU) 6:45 PM 99852361 (C 4415) Shorook 04:56 THE CALL (DIG) 1:00 AM THU+FRI 12-5-2013 able residence, live-in full Duhr: 11:44 EMMANUEL (DIG) (MALAYALAM) 6:45 PM time, male only. Contact: Asr: 15:20 NO THU+FRI 360º- 1 Jeep Mitsubishi (ASX) 2011, 94088822. (C 4416) Maghrib: 18:33 SAMEER ABOO ELNEEL (DIG) 1:30 PM TADAKHA (DIG) (TELUGU) 10:00 PM 14-5-2013 dark gray color, full options, 112 Isha: 20:01

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Arrival Flights on Thursday 16/5/2013 ETD 307 ABU DHABI 21:30 Departure Flights on Thursday 16/5/2013 KAC 673 DUBAI 15:05 Airlines Flt Route Time ABY 123 SHARJAH 14:50 Airlines Flt Route Time ABY 124 SHARJAH 15:30 BBC 43 DHAKA 00:05 KAC 546 ALEXANDRIA 14:15 AIC 976 GOA/CHENNAI 00:05 KNE 473 JEDDAH 15:30 QTR 148 DOHA 00:15 KAC 176 GENEVA 17:45 AXB 490 MANGALORE 00:15 OMA 646 MUSCAT 15:40 JZR 267 BEIRUT 00:20 KAC 786 JEDDAH 18:30 JAI 573 MUMBAI 00:20 KAC 617 DOHA 15:45 JZR 539 CAIRO 00:40 KAC 788 JEDDAH 15:00 UAL 981 WASHINGTON DC DULLES 00:25 KAC 773 RIYADH 16:00 SAI 441 LAHORE 01:30 KAC 614 BAHRAIN 19:35 DLH 637 FRANKFURT 00:30 JZR 188 DUBAI 16:00 THY 764 SABIHA 01:40 KAC 502 BEIRUT 18:00 JZR 502 LUXOR 01:30 KNE 471 JEDDAH 16:00 GFA 211 BAHRAIN 01:55 KAC 542 CAIRO 18:15 BBC 44 DHAKA 01:30 SVA 505 JEDDAH 16:00 UAE 853 DUBAI 02:25 KAC 118 NEW YORK 16:00 THY 773 ISTANBUL 02:20 KAC 613 BAHRAIN 16:35 ETD 305 ABU DHABI 02:30 KAC 104 LONDON 18:45 SAI 442 LAHORE 02:30 RJA 641 AMMAN 16:55 FDB 67 DUBAI 03:10 KAC 562 AMMAN 14:40 THY 765 ISTANBUL 02:40 JZR 238 AMMAN 17:05 MSR 612 CAIRO 03:15 KAC 674 DUBAI 19:25 UAE 854 DUBAI 03:45 JZR 512 SHARM EL SHEIKH 17:15 RBG 555 ALEXANDRIA 03:15 KAC 774 RIYADH 19:25 FDB 68 DUBAI 03:50 QTR 135 DOHA 17:15 MHK 101 SHARJAH 05:30 KAC 618 DOHA 19:10 RBG 556 ALEXANDRIA 03:55 ETD 304 ABU DHABI 17:20 KAC 382 DELHI 07:30 JZR 535 CAIRO 16:10 ETH 621 ADDIS ABABA 04:15 JZR 538 CAIRO 17:40 KAC 412 MANILA 06:15 JZR 787 RIYADH 16:15 MSR 613 CAIRO 04:15 ABY 128 SHARJAH 17:50 KAC 206 ISLAMABAD 07:25 JZR 777 JEDDAH 17:50 ETD 306 ABU DHABI 04:20 UAE 858 DUBAI 18:15 JZR 555 ALEXANDRIA 06:20 JZR 177 DUBAI 17:30 QTR 139 DOHA 04:25 GFA 216 BAHRAIN 18:20 JZR 529 ASSIUT 06:40 JZR 257 BEIRUT 14:30 QTR 149 DOHA 05:15 SVA 511 RIYADH 18:20 JZR 189 DUBAI 20:10 JZR 503 LUXOR 07:40 FDB 70 DUBAI 06:30 JZR 184 DUBAI 18:30 ETH 620 ADDIS ABABA 03:25 JZR 125 BAHRAIN 16:25 GFA 212 BAHRAIN 07:00 QTR 138 DOHA 03:30 FDB 57 DUBAI 13:50 THY 771 ISTANBUL 07:10 JZR 266 BEIRUT 18:40 THY 770 ISTANBUL 04:35 ABY 121 SHARJAH 14:25 JZR 240 AMMAN 07:10 UAL 982 BAHRAIN 18:40 DHX 170 BAHRAIN 05:10 SVA 500 JEDDAH 14:30 KAC 545 ALEXANDRIA 07:20 TAR 328 TUNIS 18:50 FDB 69 DUBAI 05:50 KNE 472 JEDDAH 14:35 JZR 164 DUBAI 07:25 QTR 145 DOHA 19:25 BAW 157 LONDON 06:30 OMA 645 MUSCAT 14:40 MHK 101 ERBIL INTL. 07:30 FDB 64 DUBAI 19:35 FDB 53 DUBAI 07:45 KNE 470 JEDDAH 15:05 BAW 156 LONDON 08:25 GFA 220 BAHRAIN 19:50 KAC 362 COLOMBO 08:45 QTR 134 DOHA 15:45 FDB 54 DUBAI 08:25 NIA 252 ALEXANDRIA 20:00 KAC 332 TRIVANDRUM 07:55 RJA 640 AMMAN 15:55 JZR 256 BEIRUT 08:50 AXB 394 KOZHIKODE 20:15 KAC 672 DUBAI 13:40 ETD 303 ABU DHABI 16:35 JZR 534 CAIRO 09:10 RBG 554 ALEXANDRIA 20:20 KAC 352 COCHIN 08:05 UAE 857 DUBAI 16:55 KAC 671 DUBAI 09:25 JAI 571 MUMBAI 20:35 KAC 302 MUMBAI 07:50 ABY 127 SHARJAH 17:10 KAC 561 AMMAN 09:25 FDB 62 DUBAI 20:40 KAC 284 DHAKA 12:05 GFA 215 BAHRAIN 17:20 ABY 126 SHARJAH 09:30 ABY 120 SHARJAH 20:45 JZR 241 AMMAN 12:35 SVA 510 RIYADH 17:20 KAC 787 JEDDAH 09:35 KAC 331 TRIVANDRUM 20:50 JZR 165 DUBAI 11:35 UAL 982 WASHINGTON DC DULLES 17:25 IRA 606 MASHHAD 09:40 KAC 343 CHENNAI 20:55 UAE 855 DUBAI 08:25 TAR 327 TUNIS 18:00 IZG 4162 MASHHAD 09:45 OMA 648 MUSCAT 20:55 IRA 605 ISFAHAN 08:40 QTR 144 DOHA 18:25 UAE 856 DUBAI 09:50 KAC 351 KOCHI 21:05 IZG 4161 MASHAD 08:45 FDB 63 DUBAI 18:55 FDB 56 DUBAI 09:55 MEA 403 BEIRUT 21:15 ABY 125 SHARJAH 08:50 NIA 251 ALEXANDRIA 19:00 IRA 616 AHWAZ 10:10 AFG 415 JEDDAH 21:20 QTR 132 DOHA 09:00 GFA 219 BAHRAIN 19:05 ETD 302 ABU DHABI 10:15 MSC 404 ASSIUT 21:25 IRA 617 AHWAZ 09:10 AXB 393 KOZHIKODE 19:15 QTR 133 DOHA 10:25 MSR 619 ALEXANDRIA 21:30 FDB 55 DUBAI 9:15 JAI 572 MUMBAI 19:35 KAC 101 LONDON 10:25 KAC 543 CAIRO 21:30 ETD 301 ABU DHABI 09:30 RBG 553 ALEXANDRIA 19:40 SYR 342 DAMASCUS 11:10 KNE 475 JEDDAH 21:45 SYR 341 DAMASCUS 10:10 FDB 61 DUBAI 20:00 GFA 214 BAHRAIN 11:25 DHX 171 BAHRAIN 21:50 GFA 213 BAHRAIN 10:40 OMA 647 MUSCAT 20:00 KAC 541 CAIRO 11:30 MSC 402 ALEXANDRIA 22:05 MEA 404 BEIRUT 10:55 QTR 136 DOHA 21:35 KAC 165 ROME 11:45 ETD 308 ABU DHABI 22:15 MSC 403 ASSIUT 12:40 GFA 217 BAHRAIN 21:45 MEA 405 BEIRUT 11:55 ALK 230 COLOMBO 22:20 UAE 871 DUBAI 12:45 QTR 146 DOHA 22:00 KAC 501 BEIRUT 12:00 UAE 860 DUBAI 22:25 MSR 610 CAIRO 13:00 JAI 576 COCHIN 22:05 JZR 776 JEDDAH 12:25 QTR 137 DOHA 22:35 THY 766 ISTANBUL 13:10 FDB 59 DUBAI 22:20 JZR 786 RIYADH 12:50 KAC 301 MUMBAI 22:40 KNE 480 TAIF 13:20 AIC 981 CHENNAI 22:25 KAC 785 JEDDAH 13:00 GFA 218 BAHRAIN 22:45 QTR 140 DOHA 13:45 UAL 981 BAHRAIN 22:40 JZR 176 DUBAI 13:20 KAC 205 ISLAMABAD 23:00 ABY 129 SHARJAH 20:05 DLH 636 FRANKFURT 23:10 JZR 124 BAHRAIN 13:30 FDB 60 DUBAI 23:00 MEA 402 BEIRUT 20:15 JAI 574 MUMBAI 23:20 MSC 406 SOHAG 13:40 JAI 575 KOCHI 23:05 AFG 415 KABUL 20:20 KLM 411 AMSTERDAM 23:40 MSR 611 CAIRO 14:00 QTR 147 DOHA 23:15 MSC 405 SOHAG 20:25 THY 772 ISTANBUL 23:45 THY 767 ISTANBUL 14:10 JZR 554 ALEXANDRIA 23:20 MSR 618 ALEXANDRIA 20:30 THY 6512 ISTANBUL 22:20 KNE 481 TAIF 14:10 KAC 411 BANGKOK 23:40 KNE 474 JEDDAH 20:50 JZR 239 AMMAN 22:30 UAE 872 DUBAI 14:15 KAC 283 DHAKA 23:45 MSC 401 ALEXANDRIA 21:05 JZR 513 SHARM EL SHEIKH 23:20 FDB 58 DUBAI 14:30 KAC 415 KUALA LUMPUR 23:50 ALK 229 COLOMBO 21:10 JZR 185 DUBAI 22:40 QTR 141 DOHA 14:55 JZR 528 ASSIUT 23:55 UAE 859 DUBAI 21:15 ABY 122 SHARJAH 15:05 Directorate General of Civil Aviation Home Page (www.kuwait-airport.com.kw) stars34 THURSDAY, MAY 16, 2013

CROSSWORD 191 STAR TRACK

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

This day could try your patience. Little things like traffic jams and friends’ You are always alert to any changes that are needed in the workplace idiosyncrasies may get on your nerves. Once you get to work, this day will turn and can be quite creative in your problem-solving abilities. Your disposition is warm and into a very productive one. There is a great infusion of enthusiasm for your ego as well as your pleasant. You are willing to help others. Your self-confidence is good. Try and see the big body today. Physical exercise will enable you to overcome any irritability or perhaps, restless- picture in a romantic relationship now. It is easy to let your fantasies overtake your good ness that this time brings; focus. You work to gain more control over your destiny. Your path of judgment, although you may enjoy the experience of your dreams. Impulsive actions can greatest happiness now, is through the enhancement and acknowledgment of your personal be detrimental so be aware of this possibility. There will be ample opportunities for out- image, moneymaking abilities, health, work achievement and social life. Life is a learning expe- door activities with your friends this afternoon—however, you will be wise to eliminate rience and very few of us have all the answers at one time. One day at a time; enjoy each any chance taking; you could be presented with dares. Tonight you are ready for love and a moment. little personal pleasure.

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

You should find a constructive manner in which to release the tremendous The middle of the week may find you dragging your feet. This is not a passion that you feel inside today. This is a good time to throw yourself into your work, though great day to make plans or decisions. It could be hard to figure out the right move. Stay up- you should check the desire to hurry . . . Time can be your friend. It is best to listen to those to-date on changes in your field of business and find ways to polish your skills. Walk outside around you before making an important decision today. You enjoy working with others and during the lunch break or take a short trip. Perhaps purchasing a small surprise gift for a would make a good manager. It is easy for you to work with those in authority or those more loved one will be a fun side activity. Harmony is what you strive to achieve in your life and experienced than yourself. You will enjoy some involvement in athletics, exercise or the out-of- the lack of it can be emotionally unsettling. Close personal ties to other people are a focal doors this afternoon. You have a natural ability to express yourself and may find requests for point for your feelings—marriage and other partnerships could be a key arena for this. This your advice or input regarding the achievements in athletics. You are proud of and enjoy hav- afternoon you will find that your inner resources are accented and any problem will have an ing a good body. easy solution with your creative mind.

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

Take full advantage of your position today. It is an excellent time to solicit There is a more dynamic and outgoing quality to your way of life now. You the help of others, though it is important that you truly know the needs of your may feel the urge to work extra hard today on a competitive project. Soon you company or business before asking. There is much reflection now about your past work. It will be taking on a leadership role. This may be very important to the next step in your career looks as though this time will bring rewards. If you are up for advancement, now is the time. and you are right to feel it is important to show higher-ups how you handle a team of people. A ACROSS 3. Any of a number of fishes of the family There could be personal accomplishments this afternoon that will help you in your place of personal project will distract you and help you with the transition on your route home. You can demonstrate great understanding and sensitivity to the needs of others and are in a good posi- 1. (computer science) A computer that is run- Carangidae. business. This may mean a lecture or some public speaking. At home, it would be best to let others have their way. Demanding what you want could cause ill feelings among friends or tion to communicate with the needs of those that are less fortunate. This could mean a handi- ning software that allows users to leave mes- 4. The area of a baseball field that is enclosed capped person or a friend that is in the hospital. You offer much support and help in this situa- sages and access information of general inter- by 3 bases and home plate. family. Make sure you make yourself clear while communicating today in order to avoid any misunderstandings. tion. Family life is good. est. 5. Characterized by absence of emotional agi- 4. (biology) Reproduction by the union or tation. fusion of games of the same size and struc- 6. Excessively fat. ture. 7. A weapon that discharges a missile at high Cancer (June 21-July 22) Capricorn (December 22-January 19) 11. (Old Testament) In Judeo-Christian velocity (especially from a metal tube or bar- CAPRICORN mythology. rel). This is a great time to work and play with others. There are requests for your help- Working to build your finances or to hold on to what you have is a key inter- 15. Resinlike substance secreted by certain lac 8. Type genus of the Alcedinidae. ful ideas and perhaps the ways you handle difficult situations. Your administrative est today. Power is building up for you in family, home, ownership, property and insects. 9. A member of the Siouan people formerly abilities are in high focus. There could be some temporary changes in your plans; perhaps you will be community interests and will continue to build throughout this month. Soon you will be plan- 16. (astronomy) "the nebular hypothesis of living in the Missouri river valley in NE coming to a turning point in your life. Now is the time to make any changes you have been putting off ning a social affair. You attract very strong-minded people and your invitation list should consist the origin of the solar system". Nebraska. for so long. This afternoon you may have some time to think about your next vacation. It could be that of people that are lighthearted and easy-going as well. Your love relationship is becoming the 17. Long-bodied long-tailed tropical American 10. A period of time containing 365 (or 366) two small vacations may be better than one large vacation. This way you will have an opportunity to supportive and strong relationship for which you had always longed. You receive signals that wildcat. days. learn more about the people in your family as well as to enjoy a different atmosphere. A fear of leaving encourage you and you, in turn, encourage your loved one. Making plans for a vacation or a home or job will finally fade away. Now all you need to do is ask, where? short trip may be beneficial toward the last week of this month. Smile—the world is moving 18. A loose sleeveless outer garment made 11. Of or relating to or characteristic of the with you and vice versa. from aba cloth. prehistoric Aegean civilization. 19. Of or pertaining to France or the people of 12. United States songwriter noted for his France. protest songs (born in 1941). 21. A woman's sleeveless undergarment. 13. Any of several tall tropical palms native to Leo (July 23-August 22) Aquarius (January 20- February 18) 23. The range within which a voice can be southeastern Asia having egg-shaped nuts. You should expend great zest in your moneymaking efforts but show cau- Your interest in professional success is great and you may inspire co- heard. 14. A science (or group of related sciences) tion as to what type of activities you engage in now. Mostly, though, you should avoid the workers and friends to great accomplishments as well. Others value you for your ability to 25. An epic in Latin by Virgil. dealing with the logic of quantity and shape desire to obtain material status symbols at this time. You tend to be extremely hard working. make practical decisions concerning group issues. You seem to welcome the opportunity to 26. A genus of tropical American plants have Independence, as well as anything unusual or different is valued. Tonight may be the night you and arrangement. share your knowledge. You find many ways to strengthen your career. Your organizational will direct a play or perform in a dance recital. Nothing is ordinary for you. This may be a difficult sword-shaped leaves and a fleshy compound 20. A river in central Italy rising in the abilities and sense of responsibility will be a good guide. Your career could assume a much time to relax, so it may be best to look for ways to distract yourself from any intense situation fruits composed of the fruits of several flowers Apennines and flowing through Florence and more determined and solid foundation. Sympathy for friends and family is great now and for now. You enjoy those close personal ties that you have and will find a little phone conversa- (such as pineapples). Pisa to the Ligurian Sea. many turn to you for help. You may be of great help to someone today without even realiz- tion reviving and poignant. If you get a chance to step outside before dark, you will enjoy a 27. Gibberish resembling the sounds of a ing it. You are very fortunate in being able to grow and progress throughout your life with- 22. A light touch or stroke. beautiful sunset. baby. 24. An Indian side dish of yogurt and chopped out major difficulties. 30. Edible bulb of an onion plant. cucumbers and spices. 32. A constellation in the southern hemi- 28. Of or relating to or involving an area. sphere near Telescopium and Norma. 29. Found along western Atlantic coast. Virgo (August 23-September 22) Pisces (February 19-March 20) 35. A highly unstable radioactive element (the 31. A silvery soft waxy metallic element of the heaviest of the halogen series). alkali metal group. You exhibit good practical job-related thoughts. You are intelligent Haplessness, hopelessness and what seems to be an impossible situation 39. Wrap us in a cerecloth, as of a corpse. 33. A Mid-Atlantic state. and thorough when communicating with superiors and with customers. Circumstances will be subjects to chuckle over as you look back in a few days. Your efforts are sincere and you 42. An organ in its earliest stage of develop- 34. A piece of furniture that provides a place today will help you bring out your standards of working and make it easier to make your exhibit the ability to rise above most any difficult situation. This day may just be a distraction ment. to sleep. dreams a reality. You may find yourself examining and testing certain ideas. Deep and from your regular duties; however, it is very important that your attitude is positive and upbeat. 45. A compartment in front of a motor vehicle 36. A member of an American Indian peoples penetrating analysis, particularly with a group or in relation to some sort of experiment There is a feeling that you are appreciated for your talents in the workplace. This afternoon you are receptive, powerful and determined in what work you need to accomplish. Look for open- where driver sits. of NE South America and the Lesser Antilles. or project may be in order. Others could seek you out for your psychological insight. This could be a good time to make changes in your environment. You are at your most ele- ings that may lead to advancement. Family takes precedence this afternoon and you enjoy 47. A young woman making her debut into 37. 100 agorot equal 1 shekel. society. gant tonight, particularly in social situations. You are family-orientated but learn quickly involving yourself with the happenings of each person’s day. Always allow time for closeness. 38. The brightest star in Cygnus. about keeping a balance. Enjoy an evening walk. 49. American professional baseball player who 40. Pompous or pretentious talk or writing. hit more home runs than Babe Ruth (born in 41. The state prevailing during the absence of 1934). war. 50. A person who has received a degree from 43. An independent agency of the United Word Search Yesterday’s Solution a school (high school or college or university). States government responsible for aviation 52. The blood group whose red cells carry and spaceflight. both the A and B antigens. 44. City in northeast Pakistan. 53. (British) A former administrative district of 46. Be earlier in time. England. 48. A small pellet fired from an air rifle or BB 54. Relating to or being a member of an eth- gun. nic group. 51. (physics) Of or pertaining to a meson. 57. Lower in esteem. 55. Not out. 60. (Babylonian) God of wisdom and agricul- 56. Small lynx of North America. ture and patron of scribes and schools. 58. Be in contradiction with. 62. A tricycle (usually propelled by pedalling). 59. A city in southern Turkey on the Seyhan 64. (psychology) An urge to withdraw or avoid River. a situation or an object. 61. English monk and scholar (672-735). 69. Situated in a particular spot or position. 63. (Babylonian) God of storms and wind. 72. A river in north central Switzerland that 65. The United Nations agency concerned runs northeast into the Rhine. with atomic energy. 73. Belonging to or on behalf of a specified 66. The central area of a church. person (especially yourself). 67. (Old Testament) Cain and Abel were the 74. Small family of usually tropical butterflies. first children of Adam and Eve born after the 76. Being one more than six. Fall of Man. 77. A unit of length of thread or yarn. 78. Order of mammals having few or no teeth 68. A member of an Iroquoian people former- including. ly living on the south shore of Lake Erie in 79. The compass point midway between northern Ohio and northwest Pennsylvania northeast and east. and western New York. 70. Of a light yellowish-brown color n 1. DOWN 71. A successful stroke in an athletic contest 1. Cry plaintively. (especially in baseball). 2. A very young child (birth to 1 year) who has 75. A colorless odorless gaseous element that not yet begun to walk or talk. give a red glow in a vacuum tube. Yesterday’s Solution

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he former couple - who announced their split in November nal as he made his millions after their split. A source told the New 2011 - have yet to finalize their divorce as they are still in nego- York Post newspaper: “Ashton and Demi are still not divorced and no Ttiations over a settlement, and the actress is reportedly asking settlement has been agreed, even though they have been in negoti- for an eight-figure sum due to Ashton’s involvement in a venture ations for over a year. Ashton made a lot of money after they mar- capital fund worth $100 million. The ‘Two and a Half Men’ star ried, but he doesn’t believe he owes her as much as she is asking for.” announced his new technology start-up investment firm A-Grade, which is a partnership with Madonna’s manager Guy Oseary and bil- lionaire Ron Burkle, earlier this month with an estimated value of $100 million and Demi believes she is entitled to a piece of the actor’s newfound fortune. However, Ashton - who owns 20 per cent of the company - insists his profits from the company aren’t commu-

he 37-year-old actress - who made the drastic decision to have both her breasts Tremoved after she was identified as carry- ing the BRCA1 cancer gene, which gave her an 87 per cent chance of developing breast can- cer and a 50 per cent risk of ovarian cancer - is planning to marry her 49-year-old fiance “soon- er rather than later”, after putting their wed- ding on hold so she could focus on recovering from the grueling surgery and Brad could wrap up his latest movie. A source close to the cou- ple told the MailOnline website: “Angie is keen on a wedding and the kids are clamoring for a marriage and keep asking Brad and Angie when it’s happening. “Brad has been caught up in production turmoil with his new film ‘World War Z’, so there’s been no wedding planning as a result, but Angie has said it will happen soon- er rather than later. “They are all for all intents and purposes married, but it’s become clear that it’s important to them to make it official.” The couple, who got engaged in 2011, previ- he Latina bombshell - who began dating choreographer Casper Smart in October 2011 ously admitted their six children, Maddox, 11, shortly after her third marriage fell apart - is hopeful for a fairytale ending and will “proba- Pax, nine, Zahara, eight, Shiloh, six, and four- Tbly” walk down the aisle with her beau in the future. Probed as to whether she wanted to year-old twins Knox and Vivienne were putting marry again, she giggled: “I don’t know ... probably, maybe! I like [being married], I like the idea them under pressure to make their union offi- of it, I always have. As a girl you never really give up on that fairytale completely.” Jennifer - who cial. has five-year-old twins Max and Emme with her third husband Marc Anthony - is so smitten with Casper, 25, that the 43-year-old singer doesn’t care about their age gap and chooses to ignore the stigma about older women dating younger men. She said: “There’s more of a stigma to it, you know? But I’m not really one to follow rules or stay within a box.” The star also revealed back- up dancer Casper - who has choreographed the video for her new single ‘Live It Up’ - is the per- fect partner because the pair share a creative connection which fuels both their careers.

he ‘Can’t Fight The Moonlight’ hitmaker - whose relationship with Brandi has been strained, due to her affair with her now husband TEddie Cibrian while he was still married to the ‘Real Housewives of Beverly Hills’ star - made the kind gesture suggesting she wants to burying the hatchet. Brandi, who has two sons, Mason, nine, and Jake, five, with Eddie, thanked the 30-year-old singer on Twitter, writing: “I thanked @leannrimes on twitter4 my flowers (Sic).” But the 40-year-old blonde author, who lashed out at LeAnn in her autobiography ‘Drinking and Tweeting: And Other Brandi Blunders’ for trying to moth- he 30-year-old country singer - who married enough to have kids. I know I am mature. But er her children, insisted they are not on speaking terms yet. She Canadian ice-hockey star Mike Fisher in July being responsible for another human? “I’m not a added: “Our relationship is that we still dont even say hi at baseball. I T2010 - says she has a tough time forming mushy person at all. We were never a huggy family. dont have her number-thats it (Sic).” LeAnn previously admitted that new relationships and wishes she had a softer per- Or a ‘let’s talk it out’ family. Technically I have sib- she is unsure if she and Brandi will ever be friends because of her affair sonality. The ‘Blown Away’ hitmaker told the June lings but they are quite a bit older than me - I was with Eddie. She said: “There’s still a lot of adjustments to make. It could issue of Marie Claire maga- the accident - so I have the only-child syndrome be five months from now or in two years. zine: “I don’t going on. “I’m a little more selfish, a little more feel old independent, a little closed. I do wish I were softer. I wish I were able to form relationships better. But hey, I mean...I’m not a sociopath.” The former ‘American Idol’ star, who rose to fame after win- ning the reality TV show in 2005, also feels very “awkward” and her husband often makes fun of her for it. lifestyle THURSDAY, MAY 16, 2013

A woman works on a costume at the ‘Art for Art’ costume workshop, producing costumes notably for the Vienna State Materials and tools for the production of costumes are seen at the ‘Art for Art’ costume workshop in Vienna. Opera and various international operas and theatres in Vienna. — AFP photos

n a few bright rooms near the Vienna Opera, an army “Ballet, of course, is a high-performance sport. And blood, that’s us,” says Schulte. “We dye the ribbons for of workers wield needle and thread, transform black singing too. They’re like top tennis players when they the seamstresses, we paint the hats, we turn green Ifelt almost magically into golden armor, and gleeful- get going,” says Beaufays. Even something as simple as shoes into black ones and vice-versa.” ly create blood splatter on fresh white shirts. Every sea- a string of pearls is specially crafted: a high street- They also transform simple black felt into shining son, the Art for Art costume workshop churns out hun- bought version may snap with one wrong move and golden armour: at once lighter and less noisy than if dreds of garments for Vienna’s leading opera, ballet and send beads flying across the stage. While the ideas they were made of metal-another trick that the layman theatre companies. And its reputation has stretched far- come from the costume designer, it is up to the work- never sees but that the theatre could not do without. ther afield too, with fashion designer Valentino, the New shop to turn them into reality. “The costume designer Every year, Art for Art works on about 50 productions York Metropolitan Opera, and even the football World will draw something but won’t always know how to and demand is such that it has repeatedly turned down Cup making use of its services. translate it. So we read the drawings and try and under- assignments from the New York Metropolitan Opera. From hats to shoes and everything in between, the stand what it’s about.” The workshop’s client list also includes the Madrid company creates almost every piece from scratch. Opera, the Theatre des Champs-Elysees in Paris and in “People always say ‘so what, you just need to sew it.’ But ‘WE HELP TO TELL THE STORY’ 2009, it collaborated with Italian designer Valentino on until we get to the sewing, a lot of work needs to be With ribbons and fabrics ordered from around the the Vienna Philharmonic’s New Year’s Concert. done,” says Art for Art director Annette Beaufays. Using world and sometimes even specially woven, costumes It also created costumes for the opening ceremony craftsmanship that is largely disappearing today-includ- do not come cheap, costing up to one million euros of the 2006 World Cup in Germany and for Michael ing dressmaking, shoemaking and millinery-the work- ($1.3 million) for a single production. For the ballet Haneke’s award-winning film “The Piano Teacher.” “Our shop prides itself on its eye for detail and the beauty of “Don Quixote” in 2011, the workshop spent four and a motto is ‘everything is possible.’ So we’ll do anything, its creations. half months just selecting fabrics before it even got we’ll go anywhere,” says Beaufays. “If somebody told us Feather-light tutus, gravity-defying headdresses and down to cutting, sewing and beading. to make costumes in Tibet, we’d do that too. It’s not a baroque gowns worthy of a royal court make up its And the work goes far beyond assembling pieces of problem at all.” The important thing is to create a high- 250,000-piece collection, alongside glittering jewelry silk, tulle or rubber. “We help to tell the story in an quality product that audiences will enjoy. “I think if and period shoes. But creating for the stage is no easy opera,” says Heike Schulte, the head of the arts and somebody spends a lot of money on an opera ticket, feat. Given the frequent cast changes, every costume crafts department. The walls and floors of her work- they’re entitled to see a handsome production on requires a moveable seam so that it can be used for shop are splattered with paint as clothes and shoes stage,” says Beaufays. — AFP A woman working at the painting atelier for costumes at the ‘Art for Art’ cos- more than one person. More importantly, singers and stand by, waiting to be muddied and dirtied to make tume workshop, shows a shirt with before (left part) and after (right part) paint- dancers need to be able to move freely in their cos- them look more realistic. “If somebody is shot, in battle ing to simulate a blood stain on a play, on costumes used notably for the Vienna tumes, whether performing an aria or a pirouette. for example, and walks on in the next scene covered in State Opera and various international operas and theatres. — AFP

n her bad girl days, Angelina Jolie’s body was a bill- 1968 oil painting by German artist Gerhard Richter sold for board for tattoos that said such things as “Billy Bob.” some $37 million at Sotheby’s contemporary art auction on INow she’s sharing intimate details of her anatomy to ATuesday, a new record for a work by a living artist. The sale help women at risk, going public with her preventive took in $293,587,000, at the low end of the pre-sale estimate of double mastectomy to greatly reduce her high odds of $284 million to $383 million, with 83 percent of the 64 lots on offer breast cancer. It’s the latest peak in Jolie’s turn-around finding buyers. from hedonist to humanitarian, party girl to inspirational It featured some big numbers with five works selling for more poster girl. than $20 million. But results were uneven as offerings by such con- The way she went public with her medical story on temporary stars such as Andy Warhol, Jean-Michel Basquiat and her own terms, in her own time - with a New York Times Jeff Koons either underperformed or failed to sell. Barnett op-ed piece Tuesday that caught the media fishbowl of Newman’s “Onement VI,” a vibrant blue work from 1953 being sold Hollywood completely by surprise - reveals a woman by Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen, fetched the top price - who once seemed out of control to be one of $43,845,000 including commission. It set a record for the artist, Dr Kristi Funk turns away after briefly addressing the media outside the Pink Lotus Breast center in Hollywood’s most forceful and compassionate stars, beating the high estimate of $40 million. Beverly Hills, California, where Angelina Jolie had her double mastectomy. — AFP using her fame with surgical precision to promote mat- But it was the 81-year-old Richter’s “Domplatz, Mailand ters dear to her. (Cathedral Square, Milan),” offered by the Hyatt Hotels Corp., which “I’m in awe of her. She remains one of the most inspir- broke the record already held by Richter for a work at auction by a ing women that I’ve ever encountered,” said former living artist. It sold for $37,125,000, near the middle of the $30 mil- Paramount Pictures boss Sherry Lansing, who heads the lion to $40 million estimate. Tobias Meyer, head of Sotheby’s con- Sherry Lansing Foundation for cancer research. “By let- temporary art department who also served as auctioneer, called ting people know about her personal issue, she is touch- the price “a major accomplishment.” ngelina Jolie has found another way to be a claims patent rights to the gene. ing countless women who have the same genetic muta- The work, which Sotheby’s sold about 15 years ago for about star. Already a UN ambassador on refugee Funk said Pitt “was on hand to greet her as tions, and she is showing them that they have choices $3.5 million, was bought by collector Don Bryant, founder of issues and an Oscar winner, Jolie is receiv- soon as she came around from the anesthetic, as and they can be empowered and can take care of their Napa’s Bryant Family Vineyard. He pumped his fist in the air as the A own health. And by doing so, I believe she is going to ing accolades from health activists, doctors and he was during each of the operations. hammer came down with his winning bid. “This just knocks me fans for her revelation that she had had her breasts The main surgery was on Saturday, February save countless lives.” over,” he said of the work, which depicts a cityscape rendered in a removed to reduce her cancer risk. The 37-year- 16, and went smoothly, she wrote. Two days later, Jolie’s come a long way from her wild-child days of 10 style that suggests a blurred photograph, after the sale. “I just love old actress underwent a double mastectomy to good news: “The pathology returned and I called or 12 years ago. She was branded a home-wrecker when it ... . I just love art,” Bryant, founder and chairman emeritus of St minimize the risk that she might develop breast Angelina to confirm our biggest hope: all of the she took up with Billy Bob Thornton, who broke up with Louis employee benefits firm the Bryant Group, told Reuters. cancer as a result of inheriting a “faulty gene,” and breast tissue was benign. “On day four after her Laura Dern and married Jolie. Thornton and Jolie were a But the auction also had some big hiccups, notably Francis chose to publicize her surgery as an example to mastectomies, I was pleased to find her not only in tabloid writer’s dream team, an odd couple who wore Bacon’s “Study for Portrait of P.L.,” which carried an estimate of $30 other women and mothers. Her partner and fel- good spirits with bountiful energy, but with two lockets with a drop of each other’s blood. Back in 2000, million and $40 million but failed to attract even a glimmer of inter- low star actor Brad Pitt led a worldwide choir of walls in her house covered with freshly assembled Jolie proudly showed off the newest of her 10 tattoos, est. One of Koons’ signature “readymades,” a sculpture featuring praise, declaring her heroic, followed by her doc- storyboards for the next project she is directing. the name “Billy Bob” etched across her left shoulder. The four Hoover vacuum cleaners estimated at $10 million to $15 mil- tors, fellow stars and thousands of supporters, “All the while she spoke, six drains dangled from marriage ended three years later, and new home-wreck- lion, went down when bidding fell shy of the reserve - the secret who took to social media to praise her openness. her chest, three on each side, fastened to an elastic er accusations arose after Brad Pitt left Jennifer Aniston minimum price at which a consigner agrees to sell a work. “We hope that the awareness she is raising belt around her waist,” she said. for Jolie, his co-star in the 2005 assassin adventure “Mr. Other highlights included Yves Klein’s “Sponge Sculpture Blue, around the world will save countless lives,” Jolie’s The final operation was carried out on April 27, and Mrs. Smith.” SE 168,” which sold for $22 million, and Clyfford Still’s “PH-21,” which surgeon Dr Kristi Funk of the Pink Lotus Breast reconstructing the Oscar-winners’ breasts with But since then, while paparazzi stalk them and enter- fetched $20.9 million, both works selling for prices in line with their Center in Los Angeles wrote on a blog, praising implants, which Funk said “went extremely well, tainment reporters scramble to chase the latest rumor estimates. Jackson Pollock’s “Blue Unconscious” went for $20.9 mil- her patient’s “bold choices.” Jolie’s mother, bringing an end to her surgical journey.” “Breast that Jolie and Pitt are finally going to wed, they have lion, a bargain considering the $20 million to $30 million estimate Marcheline Bertrand, died of ovarian cancer at the and ovarian cancers take lives every day,” Funk emerged as the ultimate Hollywood power couple. They (estimates do not include commission, which runs just over 12 per- age of 56 and passed on the “faulty” gene, BRCA1, added, yet “knowledge and action can help pre- switch off on film projects so one is free to mind their six cent). The auctions continue on Wednesday with Christie’s sale of that put the actress at higher risk. Her doctors esti- vent the premature loss of those who love us, and children, they travel the world talking up good deeds. “If post-war and contemporary art.— Reuters mated she had an 87 percent risk of developing whom we deeply love in return.” Jolie also she wasn’t one of the top actresses in Hollywood, she’d breast cancer and a 50 percent risk of ovarian can- described a several-stage surgical process, the be one of the top publicists,” said Howard Bragman, vice cer, prompting Jolie-who has six children-to take main one of which is an operation that can take chairman of Reputation.com. “It’s hard to think of a cou- action to reduce the chances that she might die at up to eight hours as the breast tissue is removed ple that has a better image in this town, both for their a young age. and temporary fillers are put in place. careers, family, humanitarian work. ... They’re very good Revealing the procedure in an article in The The final phase of the process involved recon- at it, and one of the reasons is they have a very intimate New York Times, Jolie said her chances of develop- struction of the breasts with implants, she said, circle that they trust, and they don’t go beyond that. ing breast cancer are now just five percent- adding: “There have been many advances in this It’s unusual in Hollywood circles, but they’re very although she still runs a relatively high risk of con- procedure in the last few years and the results can strict about their personal life, about what gets out there. tracting ovarian cancer. “I started with the breasts, be beautiful.” Jolie thanked Pitt for his support, say- When something gets out there, it’s usually planned to as my risk of breast cancer is higher than my risk of ing the couple had “managed to find moments to get out there. It doesn’t leak. They don’t even have publi- ovarian cancer, and the surgery is more complex,” laugh together,” and said she now has only small cists.” A special envoy on refugee issues for the United she wrote. “I can tell my children they don’t need scars that her children can see without alarm. Nations, Jolie, 37, has become as much about causes as to fear they will lose me to breast cancer,” said Jolie. “They know that I love them and will do anything career. She still makes big studio entertainment such as She and Pitt, a Hollywood power couple dubbed to be with them as long as I can,” wrote the actress, next year’s “Maleficent,” a twist on “Sleeping Beauty” in “Brangelina” in the tabloids, have three adopted who took home the best supporting actress Oscar which she stars as the wicked sorceress who puts a curse and three biological children. in 2000 for “Girl, Interrupted.”—AFP on the fairy-tale princess. —AP Cancer campaigners cheered Jolie but warned women against rushing out to be tested for the gene mutation that threatened her life. Not only is the BRCA1 mutation rare in the overall female population, they said, but it is also expensive to Sotheby’s employees pose with Gerhard Richter’s 1968 oil on canvas test for at a US laboratory that controversially painting ‘Domplatz, Mailand’ in London. — AP lifestyle THURSDAY, MAY 16, 2013

Cannes set to ditch austerity with ‘Great Gatsby’ launch

he Cannes film festival may get some of its swagger back on Wednesday when it opens with Baz TLuhrmann’s lavish 3D period drama “The Great Gatsby”, an opportunity to shed the caution of recent years overshadowed by broader economic gloom. Leonardo DiCaprio and his British co-star Carey Mulligan will walk the red carpet on the French Riviera to promote the $105 mil- lion adaptation of F Scott Fitzgerald’s novel which has already opened in North America. Over 12 days of world premieres, champagne parties and sun-and celebrity worship, Michael Douglas, Matt Damon, Ryan Gosling, Emma Watson and Bollywood leg- end Amitabh Bachchan are among the big names in town promoting their latest pictures. Festival veterans are eager to see if Luhrmann can top his opening in 2001, viewed as the last truly extravagant launch on the palm-lined Croisette waterfront, when he filled the red carpet with can-can girls to promote his movie “Moulin Rouge”. “For a few years the mood at Cannes was a bit more subdued but the economy has picked up a bit and busi- ness is good so people are expecting a big opening,” said Wendy Mitchell, editor of trade magazine Screen International. “The Great Gatsby” was seen as a surprise choice for Cannes, given that the prestigious opening slot is traditionally reserved for a world premiere and all the media buzz and excitement that can bring. But “The Great Gatsby” has already screened to mixed reviews in North America, where it opened to a larger-than-expected $51 million at the box office for distributor Warner Bros, a unit of Time Warner Inc. Some industry insiders said the concession was indica- tive of increasingly cosy ties between Tinseltown and the Members of the jury (from left) Christoph Waltz, Vidya Balan, Daniel Auteuil, Nicole Kidman, president Steven French festival that champions eclectic, low-budget Spielberg, and Ang Lee pose during a photo call for the jury at the 66th international film festival, in Cannes, south- movies as well as big-budget blockbusters produced on ern France yesterday. — AP the US west coast. A decade ago relatively few US studios ventured to the annual cinema showcase, but festival director Thierry Fremaux has strengthened ties with Hollywood and the event is now the prime industry mar- ketplace where titles are bought and sold.

HOLLYWOOD MUSCLE In Luhrmann’s “The Great Gatsby”, DiCaprio stars in the title role, a millionaire pining for a lost love during the height of the “Roaring Twenties”. Tobey Maguire and Joel Edgerton also appear and rapper Jay-Z produced the ehind the scenes at the Cannes Film Festival, But Spielberg himself is picking up the tab for it all, soundtrack. DiCaprio’s performance and the glamorous which begins its annual 12-day extravaganza including for the security. “We just tell him when and costumes have been widely praised by critics, but some Byesterday: MUSHY PEAS? Steven Spielberg’s where he has to be each morning, and he takes care said the movie failed to grasp the vision of the 1925 book career in movies was celebrated in food on Tuesday of the rest,” the festival’s director, Thierry Fremaux, told that exposes the emptiness of excess while others disliked night as the Riviera resort’s top restaurant hosted the the French daily Liberation. “Yes, it obviously makes its “lurid overabundance”. head of the festival jury and his colleagues. At the some savings for us.” EMBARGO ROW: British newspa- “It’s best to accept before buying the popcorn that this Palme d’Or restaurant in the Hotel Martinez-where for pers have challenged Warner Brothers by breaking is not a literary adaptation but a 3-D blockbuster with normal mortals a steak for two costs 280 euros ($361) the European embargo on reviews of “The Great Gatsby as a superhero,” wrote critic Kate Muir in Britain’s - the jury’s three-course dinner referenced key Gatsby” ahead of its showing in Cannes. Times. After the opening night the focus will shift to hun- moments in Spielberg’s 40 years behind the camera. The Daily Mail, Independent, Daily Telegraph and dreds of other films screening at Cannes, including 20 The English translation of the menu, though, looks Guardian all refused to play ball, as the movie has movies from 10 countries competing for the coveted as if it was provided by E.T.: “The quail in predator already been seen by millions in North America, Palme D’Or award presented on the final day, May 26. stuffed with a stuffing rolls of tuna fish in the zests of where it opened five days earlier. As in the US, British The list includes five US movies - the highest number in citrus fruits, shaves of asparagus from Grasse and pulp reviewers gave Baz Luhrmann’s movie mixed reviews. six years - from directors Steven Soderbergh, Jim Jarmusch, of peas.” COSTA FORTUNE: Spielberg’s lifestyle in The Guardian called it “fantastically unthinking and Alexander Payne, the Coen brothers, and James Gray. Cannes has left festival organizers stunned and heavy-handed.” The Mail however praised it as an Oscar-winning filmmaker Steven Spielberg is heading a relieved in equal measure. According to press reports, improvement on the 1974 version and hailed star-studded jury to decide the prizes along with Australian he flew in aboard a private jet, brought in a massive Leonardo DiCaprio’s performance as enigmatic boot- actress Nicole Kidman and two of 2013’s Oscar winners, yacht-complete with “infinity pool” and outdoor legger Jay Gatsby as “superb”. — AFP Indian actress and member of the Feature Film Jury Vidya Taiwan-born director Ang Lee and Austrian actor Christoph movie screen-and rented out a luxury villa to provide Balan poses during a photocall of the Feature Film Jury Waltz. — Reuters accommodation for his family, friends and business ahead of the opening of the 66th edition of the Cannes people. Film Festival. — AFP

rojections for “Star Trek Into Darkness” have that’s good news for producers Paramount, last film and “Into Darkness” both make nods to the surged in the past week, putting JJ Abrams’ Skydance Pictures and Abrams’ Bad Robot classic series, but forsake overt references for more Pspace epic sequel on track to take in more Productions, since the production budget was action. Some of that is Abrams’ putting his stamp than $100 million at the box office over its extend- $190 million and there’s been a major marketing on the franchise, but some of the focus and the ed debut weekend. Paramount Pictures docked push behind the film. Chris Pine returns as Capt. marketing has been tweaked to make the movie “Star Trek Into Darkness” in 336 Imax 3D theaters Kirk, and is rejoined by Zach Quinto (Spock), Zoe more appealing to foreign audiences. For all of its yesterday, one day ahead of its nationwide rollout Saldana (Lt. Uhura), Karl Urban (Bones), John Cho success domestically, the series has not been a in more than 3,800 locations. (Sulu), Anton Yelchin (Chekov) and Simon Pegg moneymaker overseas. The sci-fi adventure should easily knock (Scotty). British actor Benedict Cumberbatch Determined to reverse that trend and turn “Into Disney’s Marvel superhero sequel “Iron Man 3,” comes aboard as the baddie Khan. Robert Orci and Darkness” into a global hit, Paramount hosted which is coming off a $72 million second week, out Alex Kurtzman, along with Damon Lindelof, wrote focus groups in foreign markets, who told the stu- of the weekend’s top box-office spot. Other studios the screenplay. dios they were more interested in the action than are steering clear: there are no other wide releases “The anticipation for this film has been strong “Trekkie stuff,” and the studio adjusted the film and Indian actor Amitabh Bachchan (left) and British actress Carey Mulligan pose during a this week. Expectations have risen since and steady for months,” BoxOffice.com Editor-in- the marketing. They also sent the filmmakers and photocall for the film ‘The Great Gatsby’ ahead of the opening of the 66th edition of the Paramount last week announced Imax sellouts Chief Phil Contrino told TheWrap. The film’s hard- cast members on a number of trips abroad to build Cannes Film Festival.— AFP shows in New York, LA, San Francisco and several core fans have are energized, and January’s anticipation, and added British stars Cumberbatch other major markets, and moved the wide release announcement that Abrams would be directing and Alice Eve to the cast to pique interest in that date up a day, from Friday to Thursday. Disney’s “Star Wars VII” further stoked their anticipa- market. The strategy worked, at least last weekend. On Tuesday, tickets for “Star Trek Into Darkness” tion. Contrino agrees that the film’s base is expand- “Star Trek Into Darkness” brought in $31.7 million Treat or turkey? Cannes accounted for 71 percent of online ticket broker ing, but thinks “Into Darkness” also will get a boost from seven territories, led by the more than $13 Fandango’s sales, and rival Movietickets.com from some older fans. “The buzz around the last million from the UK, in its foreign debut. — Reuters reports more than 300 sellouts. The reviews have film was so strong that I think this one will be bring braces for ‘Great Gatsby’ been very strong; it has an 88 percent positive rat- in a lot of the fans of the older films,” he said. The 11 ing on Rotten Tomatoes. Paramount and director previous movies in the series have grossed more az Luhrmann’s “The Great Gatsby” story’s impact gets completely buried Abrams successfully re-launched the franchise than $1.8 billion globally since “Star Trek: The was to open the Cannes Film in Luhrmann’s flash and dazzle,” it with “Star Trek” in 2009 by broadening its appeal Motion Picture” launched the franchise in 1979. BFestival yesterday, with critics added. well beyond its Trekkie base, running up more than Those movies hewed closed to the mythology divided on whether it amounts to an Rolling Stone was even more blunt $255 million domestically in the process. (“Beam me up, Scotty”) of the culturally iconic inspired take on F Scott Fitzgerald’s calling the $100 million movie a “crush- The sequel is expected to do even better, and 1960s TV show created by Gene Rodenberry. The classic or a cinematic flop. A host of ing disappointment”. Aside from the stars including Leonardo DiCaprio, “staggering beauty of the costumes, Ryan Gosling, Michael Douglas, Carey nothing works. The actors are buried in Mulligan and Matt Damon are expect- the art direction, along with feeling”, it ed on the red carpet during the glitzy said. “The film looks as stiff and lifeless 12-day festival on the French Riviera. as a posh store window.” Despite the Steven Spielberg will also bring his doubts, “Gatsby” took $51.1 million at star power to Cannes as head of the the weekend’s US box office, reportedly jury which also includes Nicole Kidman exceeding distributor Warner Brothers’ and Ang Lee. Luhrmann’s “Gatsby” expectations of between $35 million adaptation targets a younger genera- and $40 million. tion who have never seen the 1974 ver- The film, which is not in competi- sion, which starred Robert Redford and tion at Cannes, came in second behind Mia Farrow in the leading roles of the the blockbuster “Iron Man 3”. Figures Jazz Age tale. Three-D effects and a showed the film had proved popular score produced by rapper Jay-Z and with older audiences too. Viewers over tracks from Beyonce and will.i.am pro- 25 made up 69 percent of the opening vide the core of Luhrmann’s eye-catch- weekend’s audience, according to ing, youth-friendly pitch. It gets its Warner Bros. The opening day proceed- European premiere in Cannes after ings at Cannes are due to begin at 1915 opening in North America last week. (1715 GMT) with the opening ceremo- The New York Times described it as ny hosted by “Amelie” star Audrey “eminently enjoyable” and film website Tautou followed by “Gatsby.” Tautou Indiewire hailed a “guilty pleasure, a said on Tuesday she discovered she swirling audacious piece of cinema”. had been chosen as the maitresse de But others panned the film as superfi- ceremonies by text message.—AFP cial and brash. “Once his (Luhrmann’s) agenda of swooping camera move- ments and gleaming roadsters and anachronistic music takes full hold, there’s nothing left to fall back on...,” Actress Zoe Saldana arrives at the premiere of Paramount Pictures’ ‘Star Trek Into Darkness’ at the Jessica Szohr poses on arrival for the Los said The Wrap. “The Great Gatsby is an Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, California. — AFP photos Angeles premiere of the movie ‘Star Trek Into immortal American tragedy, but the Darkness’ in Hollywood, California. lifestyle THURSDAY, MAY 16, 2013 World’s youngest CEO talks business

By Sajeev K Peter students at ICSK Khaitan, Salmiya Indian Model School, United Indian School Abbassiya when she narrated her eet Sreelakshmi, the Indian girl who became the success story and revealed the secret behind it. “It is impor- world’s youngest CEO and the youngest web tant for you to set your goals high. Then don’t look back Mdesigner at the age of eight. Today at 15, she looks until you reach there,” she explains her motto. like any other schoolgirl of her age. In her T-shirt and jeans, When she was studying in the 3rd grade, she was she appears quite casual and childlike. But her appearance entrusted with the job of developing and designing a web- belies her maturity and experience. When she begins to site for her school. The site www.presentationhss.com was talk, she is businesslike and professional, no more kidding. launched on January 15, 2006 by former Kerala minister Sreelakshmi Suresh, who arrived in Kuwait last week, Binoy Viswom when she was only eight years old. Over the spoke to Kuwait Times briefly and outlined her ambition. “If last seven years, she has created about 100 websites. The you are determined, nothing can stop you from realizing recipient of more than 40 national and International your goal,” she said confidently. She attended a few Indian awards for her excellence in web designing, the community events where she was honored for her excep- Association of American Webmasters conferred her with its tional achievements at a tender age. She interacted with membership along with their coveted award the Gold Web Award. Thus she became the only member of the Association of American Webmasters under the age of 18. Sreelakshmi “I want to become a computer engineer and pursue my answers a ques- research and study in the field of information technology,” tion during the she said who is in the 11th grade now. interview. At the age of 10, she started her own web designing company eDesign Technologies (www.edesign.co.in). She is the CEO of the company, the youngest CEO of the world. Sreelakshmi has addressed several conferences of top Sreelakshmi receives She also runs another firm Online Pixel offering online edu- Indian organizations such as Confederation of Indian India’s National Child cation to the needy. “I work on my web projects only after Industry (CII), Jaycees, Lions Club International and Rotary Award for Exceptional finishing my school studies,” she explained. She said par- Club International. She has been conferred with the ‘Best Achievement in 2008 ents are her primary motivation while her friends and rela- Woman Entrepreneur of the Year Award in 2012 by the from Sonia Gandhi. tives also support her. She used to draw pictures using MS government of Kerala. She also received the National Child Paint program in Computer even when she was only four Award for Exceptional Achievement in 2008, the highest years old. award in India for children, instituted by the government of “Even when she was a small child, she showed extraor- India. The award was presented to her by Indian National dinary interest in computer applications. We told her to Congress president Sonia Gandhi in New Delhi. focus on something fruitful instead of drawing and paint- ing using computers. That is how she started to learn web designing,” Sreelaksmi’s father Advocate Suresh Menon said. Her mother Viju Suresh is a teacher.

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A workman stands on the remains of a 16.5-metre-tall inflatable rubber duck art installation as it lies deflated in Hong Kong’sictoria V Harbor yesterday. — AFP

he giant inflatable rubber duck which has attracted tens work and that it would be towed to a shipyard for thorough inflated. On a grey morning in Hong Kong tearful 45-year-old course everyone is disappointed,” he said. One man comment- of thousands of visitors since it sailed into Hong Kong two checking. clerk Mirinna Chan reflected the feelings of visitors to the pier. ing on the Harbor City Facebook page said: “Kids were crying Tweeks ago was reduced to a sad deflated disc yesterday in “We scheduled a body check for these two days. If every- “The sky looks like it is crying for me-I took time off from work when they deflate the duck.” Most visitors resorted to having the city’s harbor. Duck mania has gripped Hong Kong since its thing is fine we can inflate it as soon as possible and the public just to see the duck, now it is just a blob,” she told AFP. “It’s really their pictures taken with smaller rubber ducks on show nearby. arrival, with locals and tourists flocking to catch a glimpse of the can appreciate it again,” said Andrew Yeung, advertising and our childhood dream, because when we bathed as children, we Since 2007 the duck has travelled to 13 different cities in nine 16.5-metre-tall artwork, conceived by Dutch artist Florentijn promotions manager for waterfront shopping mall Harbor City, would have one or two of the rubber ducks next to us.” countries ranging from Brazil to Australia in its journey around Hofman. which is organizing the duck exhibit. Yeung added that the Hong Kong has taken the bright yellow inflatable bird to its the world. Hofman said he hopes the duck, which is due to stay But those who made the trip to Victoria Harbor to see it on deflation had been announced on the Harbor City Facebook heart since it arrived on May 2 to cheering crowds, with stalls in Hong Kong until June 9, will act as a “catalyst” for connecting Wednesday morning were left disappointed as the wind had page on Tuesday night and also on signs around the piers. and shops throughout the city selling replicas and restaurants people to public art.— AFP firmly been taken out of the duck’s sails leaving it looking like a “I know people are disappointed but we need to do the creating special duck dishes. “The duck represents happiness floating fried egg. Organizers said that the duck had been checking the overall condition. We don’t want to upset every- for us,” 30-year-old office assistant Lee Chun-shing said. “It was deflated on Tuesday evening as part of scheduled maintenance one.” Yeung said he did not know when the duck would be re- the highlight of this place, but now the highlight is deflated, of

kateboarders soar out of the concrete bowl beneath Room. In the 1970s it became the birthplace of skateboard- music blared over a sound system. Volunteers sold black London’s Southbank Centre, as they have done for the ing in Britain and has since won a name as a mecca for and white “Long Live Southbank” T-shirts and cupcakes to Spast 40 years, while spectators drink beer and hiphop skaters around the globe, featuring in numerous videos and raise money for the campaign. Skaters gave beginners les- beats stoke up the party atmosphere. But this is no party-it’s in the best-selling computer game Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 4. sons to children and adults alike-making sure their pupils a protest. These knights of the pavement are jousting with It has also provided a refuge for BMXers and graffiti put on the safety helmets that they themselves refuse to authorities to save one of the world’s most iconic skateparks artists. Earlier this year, however, the Southbank Centre wear. As night fell it got nostalgic with classic skate movies from being converted into a stretch of chain stores and unveiled plans for a new Festival Wing which would involve shown on a big screen and photos of Southbank from the cafes. the destruction of the undercroft and the building of a new 1970s to the present day taped to a wall. “It’s world renowned. People literally come all the way skatepark under a nearby bridge. The £120 million ($186 Nick Jensen, a professional skateboarder who has fre- from America or Europe just to see this place,” says Henry million, 142 million euro) facelift includes new space for per- quented Southbank for years, said it was a “mecca for skate- Edwards-Wood, 25, a professional skateboard cinematogra- formances and exhibitions and has special arts facilities for boarding”. “It’s like threatening to take a part of your pher and spokesman for the “Long Live Southbank” cam- young people. Southbank Centre Director Mike McCart says upbringing or part of who you are away,” he said of the clo- paign. To support their campaign skateboarders held a the spot now colonised by the skateboarders is a prime sure plan. Their campaign has won heavyweight support at three-day “jam” over the May bank holiday weekend and location for cafes and restaurants-the rent from which home and abroad. British lawmaker and former culture min- have launched an online petition which has gathered more would fund the plan. ister Ben Bradshaw said he was “really sad” at the plan to Nancy Clapper, of Columbus, takes a picture of the rare corpse flower as than 28,000 names from across the globe. “If we’re unable to use commercial retail in this location it close the “iconic cultural landmark in London” while respect- research assistant George Keeney helps lead a group, at the Ohio State And this clash between counterculture and con- would fundamentally undermine the project as a whole,” he ed broadcaster and journalist Libby Purves wrote in The University Biological Sciences greenhouse in Columbus. — AP sumerism is also going legal. Lawyers acting for the Long said. McCart said the proposed new site under the Times newspaper that to replace the skate spot to build Live Southbank campaign have filed an application to pro- Hungerford Bridge about 200 meters (yards) along the river more shops and cafes would be “cultural vandalism.” Mark tect it as a community space in the way that Britain’s famed would be the same size and area as the current spot. “We’ve Gonzales, an American professional skateboarder and artist village greens are sacred. “This is a big tourist attraction for kept it absolutely raw, so it’s a found space very similar to named the most influential skateboarder of all time by people who come to London. Who’s going to come here to the ones the skaters inherited in the Seventies.” The leader of Thrasher magazine, the industry bible, called for the preser- see a Starbucks or another Wagamamas?” said Edwards- Lambeth council, Lib Peck, said they would “like to see vation of the spot. “It’s a place where skaters from all around Wood, as skateboarders in hoodies and backwards baseball skateboarding kept on the South Bank”. “We are confident the world can go and they can meet other skaters from oth- caps whizzed past. that a satisfactory solution can be found,” Peck said. But the er countries,” he said in a video statement for the cam- The dingy “undercroft” where the skateboarders are Southbank skaters are not giving up without a fight. paign.—AFP based sits beneath the brutalist Southbank Centre on the At the jam on the first weekend of May, hundreds of River Thames, home to renowned arts venues such as the tourists and passersby lined up behind the fences that sur- large rainforest plant known as a corpse flower Hayward Art Gallery, the Queen Elizabeth Hall, and Purcell round the skating area to watch a skateboard contest, while because of its awful smell has bloomed again at an AOhio State University greenhouse, and there’s more excitement because another corpse flower there is expected to open soon, a spokeswoman said. A 6-foot titan arum, nick- named Woody after former Ohio State football coach Woody Hayes, opened Tuesday to reveal its bold, reddish-purple col- or and release its rotting-flesh smell a little over two years after it first flowered. A second corpse flower opened briefly at the greenhouse last May, and a third is expected to open for the first time in seven to 10 days, spokeswoman Sandi Rutkowski said. The greenhouse extends visiting hours during such blooms, but people who want to catch a peek or a whiff have to do so quickly because the rare blooms sometimes last only a day or less. Some of the plants never bloom, and there’s no guaran- tee that those that bloom will do so again. “I think we’re pinching ourselves,” Rutkowski said. She said having three or four blooms within three years is a credit to good luck and to the skill of the Columbus greenhouse’s pro- gram manager, Joan Leonard. “It is luck, but it’s also due in large part to Joan’s incredible skills at getting things to grow, at nurturing them, sort of knowing what to do when,” Rutkowski said. The corpse flower is native to Indonesia’s Sumatra island, according to the university. — AP

A BMX rider performs tricks in an area beneath the Southbank Centre in London. — AFP photos