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THURSDAY, JANUARY 21, 2016 RABI ALTHANI 11, 1437 AH www.kuwaittimes.net 4,431 arrested At least 21 Israel plans Djokovic, in security dead in ‘Taleban’ to seize Federer, campaigns in attack on West Bank Williams Hawally,4 Riggae Pak university7 Farmland storm through Amir meets media8 chiefs,20 Min 10º Max 21º calls for unity, security High Tide 09:35 & 20:07 Doctors to Kuwait rather than overseas treatment • State to rationalize spending Low Tide 02:48 & 14:16 40 PAGES NO: 16762 150 FILS Amir fetes Pena Nieto

KUWAIT: HH the Amir Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah meets editors-in-chief of local dailies at Bayan Palace yesterday. — KUNA

By Abd Al-Rahman Al-Alyan Bayan Palace yesterday with Minister of on the local scene, to maintain the security Kuwait Times Editor-in-Chief Information and State for Youth Affairs Sheikh and stability of the nation as well as national Salman Sabah Salem Al-Sabah, Director unity. The Amir noted that media platforms KUWAIT: HH the Amir Sheikh Sabah Al- General of Kuwait News Agency (KUNA) must not be used to affect national unity. No KUWAIT: HH the Amir Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah honors Ahmed Al-Jaber Al-Sabah yesterday reminded Sheikh Mubarak Al-Sabah, Kuwait Journalists opportunity must ever be offered to “whom- Mexican President Enrique Pena Nieto with the Mubarak Al-Kabeer medal about the important role of the media in Association board member Fatima Hussein soever” to capitalize on the current conditions for his efforts in bolstering bilateral ties at Bayan Palace yesterday. Pena maintaining unity and called for managing Alissa and editors-in-chief of local daily news- in the region and employ the media to Nieto, on his part, awarded Sheikh Sabah with the Order of the Aztec Eagle the decline in financial revenues, respecting papers. inflame emotions, stir feuds or sectarian strife, medal. — KUNA (See Page 2) the judiciary and enhancing GCC integration. The mass media have to realize the respon- the Amir told the meeting. The Amir was speaking during a meeting at sibility placed on them for handling the issues Continued on Page 13 CONDOLENCES

Kuwait Times management and staff convey their deepest condolences to Behbehani family on the sad demise of Family Patriarch Mohammad Saleh Yousif Behbehani May Allah Almighty bestow His mercy on him LOCAL THURSDAY, JANUARY 21, 2016

KUWAIT: His Highness the Amir Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah sees off Minister of Information Sheikh Salman Sabah Al-Salem Al-Humoud Al-Sabah and Mexican Foreign Secretary Claudia Ruiz Massieu on part of Mexican President Enrique Pena Nieto at the conclusion of his visit to Kuwait. the Mexican Secretariats of Culture and Tourism sign an MoU on developing tourism. Kuwait, Mexico sign agreements, memos Amir, Mexican President exchange medals

KUWAIT: In the presence of His Highness the Amir Sheikh Sabah Al- Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, President of the United Mexican States Enrique Pena Nieto, His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al- Jaber Al-Sabah, and His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Jaber Al- Mubarak Al-Hamad Al-Sabah, several agreements and Memorandums of Understanding (MoU) were signed yesterday during the official rounds of talks held at Bayan Palace. A MoU on the foreign affairs level was signed between First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al- Hamad Al-Sabah and Mexican Foreign Secretary Claudia Ruiz Massieu. A cultural and technical coopera- tion agreement as well as an MoU on developing tourism was signed by Minister of Information, Minister of KUWAIT: Mexican President Enrique Pena Nieto awards His Highness the Amir Minister of Health Dr Ali Al-Obaidi and Mexican Foreign Secretary Claudia Ruiz Massieu on part of the Mexican State for Youth Affairs, and Chairman Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah with the Order of the Aztec Eagle medal. Health Secretariat sign a MoU on healthcare. —Amiri Diwan photos of the National Council for Culture, Arts, and Letters (NCCAL) Sheikh State for Municipal Affairs Essa Al- leading a senior-level delegation, he Ali Thunayan Al-Ghanem, Minister of nations and amounts to more than $2 on the global economic stage. Salman Sabah Al-Salem Al-Humoud Kanderi and Mexican Secretary for met with His Highness the Amir in the Commerce and Industry Yousif Al-Ali trillion in annual revenues. Ghanem also acknowledged Mexico’s Al-Sabah and Mexican Foreign Transportation and Communication presence of his Highness the Crown and members of the chamber. In his In a statement, Diaz said while prominent position in the global eco- Secretary Claudia Ruiz Massieu on Gerardo Ruiz Esparza. Prince. The official rounds of talks speech upon the visit, Nieto praised Kuwaiti and Mexican commercial ties nomic arena, saying that there is part of the Mexican Secretariats of A MoU on healthcare was signed by between the two countries began the strong economic ties between have improved over the years, there is unlimited potential for increased Culture and Tourism. Minister of Health Dr Ali Al-Obaidi and afterwards with the Kuwaiti side being Kuwait and Mexico, stressing the still room for additional growth. The cooperation between Kuwait and An energy cooperation MoU was Mexican Foreign Secretary Claudia Ruiz presented by His Highness the Amir, importance of boosting such relations volume of trade exchange between Mexico. Director General of Kuwait signed by Minister of Commerce and Massieu on part of the Mexican Health His Highness the Crown Prince, His to expand commercial exchange. the two countries has significantly Direct Investment Promotion Industry, Acting Minister Finance, and Secretariat. An MoU to encourage Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Meanwhile, Ghanem also per- increased, going up from $14 million Authority (KDIPA) Sheikh Dr Meshaal Jaber Al-Mubarak Al-Hamad Al-Sabah, formed a speech where he noted the First Deputy Prime Minister and important role of Mexico’s economy Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh (second biggest in Latin America), in Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah, connecting the economies of the and other state officials while the Pacific and the Atlantic Oceans. He Mexican side was represented by also mentioned that Kuwait’s econo- President Nieto and senior Mexican my also plays a similar role in connect- officials. ing the economies of the Gulf region Deputy Minister of the Amiri Diwan with those of the Arab World, Europe Affairs Sheikh Ali Jarrah Al-Sabah said and Southeast Asia. in a statement that the meeting Ghanem said that the commercial focused on boosting relations exchange between Kuwait and between the two nations on all possi- Mexico did not reach the level that ble domains to serve the interest of both countries aim for yet. Moreover, the Kuwaiti and Mexican people. The the official hoped that this visit would talks also focused on issues of mutual be a starting point to boost commer- interest. Meanwhile, His Highness the cial ties and achieve the highest levels Amir honored President Nieto with of economic partnership in the fields the Mubarak Al-Kabeer medal for his of industry, tourism and energy. efforts in bolstering bilateral ties. Kuwait’s development plan President Nieto, on his part, awarded involves attracting huge foreign His Highness Sheikh Sabah with the investments, said the chairman, Order of the Aztec Eagle medal. Later, adding that the banking, financial and Mexican President Enrique Pena Nieto, accompanied by Amiri Diwan His Highness the Amir held a lunch investment sectors have developed Advisor Sheikh Fahad Saad Al-Abdullah Al-Sabah (second from left), is wel- banquet in honor of Nieto. The prominently in the recent years. comed upon his arrival at Kuwait Chamber of Commerce and Industry by His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah Mexican President also met separately Mentioning the negative impact of Chairman Ali Thunayan Al-Ghanem (right) and Minister of Commerce and bids farewell to Mexican President Enrique Pena Nieto before his departure. with His Highness Sheikh Jaber Al- the severe drop in oil prices on the Industry Yousif Al-Ali (left). Mubarak, Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled, two countries’ economies, Ghanem Acting Oil Minister Dr Yousef direct investments was also signed and Parliament Speaker Marzouq Al- stressed that “It is vital for both Kuwait to $38 million last year, Diaz noted. Al-Sabah highlighted the longevity of Mohammad Al-Ali and Mexican Energy head of Kuwait Direct Investment Ghanem. and Mexico to cooperate in keeping Mexico is the seventh biggest Kuwaiti and Mexican ties, saying the Secretary Pedro Joaquin Coldwell. Promotion Authority (KDIPA) Sheikh Dr oil prices stable and achieve econom- mobile phone exporter to Kuwait and relationship between both nations An agreement on promoting high Meshal Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah and Economic ties ic diversity.” the fifth biggest steel exporter, a sign has grown exponentially over the educational ties was signed by Minister CEO of ProMexico Francisco N Also, President Nieto and his dele- that trade ties between the two years. Sheikh Meshaal listed some of of Education and Minister of High Gonzalez Diaz. gation visited Kuwait Chamber of $2 trillion nations are more robust than what KDIPA’s landmark achievements, Education Dr Bader Al-Issa and Commerce and Industry (KCCI). Meanwhile, CEO of ProMexico appears on the surface, Diaz noted. including its ability to procure $1.2 Mexican Minister of Public Education Medals of honor President Nieto, who was accompa- Francisco Gonzales Diaz said that Moreover, Ghanem said that trillion worth of foreign investment, a Aurelio Nuno Mayer. An aviation serv- President Nieto had concluded a nied by Amiri Diwan Advisor Sheikh Mexico anticipates joining the global “Kuwait has a vision for a more com- sign that the Kuwaiti market has ice agreement was signed by Minister short visit to Kuwait yesterday. Shortly Fahad Saad Al-Abdullah Al-Sabah, was Halal food market, a lucrative force petitive economic scene”, pointing to become a magnet to foreign of Communication and Minister of following his arrival to the country received by the chamber’s Chairman which comprises more than 112 the country’s increasingly active role investors, he said. —KUNA Ajman tribe leader praises King Salman

KUWAIT: Ajman tribe’s leader Sheikh Sultan bin been the main reason for Saudi Arabia’s prosperity, Salman Al Hethleen stressed that the Custodian of development and strength. He added that present- the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdul Aziz day Saudi Arabia is the best proof of the great futur- leads the political arena with his wisdom and active istic vision of the founder and unifier of the Arabian mobilization of Arab and Muslim Peninsula, the late King Abdul Aziz Al nations. Hethleen said Islam is protect- Saud and his sons. ed by Almighty Allah and that King Hethleen said that Allah has honored Salman had realized the plots and King Salman by making him responsible schemes by Islam’s enemies and acted for protecting Islam and that he was very accordingly. keen on carrying out this mission and “Today, King Salman is one of the message to its best forms. He added that most supportive Muslim leaders of King Salman is very keen on rejecting KUWAIT: Speaker Marzouq Al-Ghanem is pictured with head of the joint parliamentary government committee delegation Islam worldwide,” he said, pointing to humiliation of Muslims worldwide and MP Adel Abdulrahman Al-Asoumi, and his accompanying delegation. — KUNA his decision to launch the ‘Decisive accordingly, he supports Muslims in Storm’ operation against the Houthis in Syria, Yemen, Myanmar and Palestine. Yemen and whoever supports them in Sheikh Sultan bin “King Salman is really a great manifes- Speaker receives Bahraini delegation order to counter treacherous plots tai- Salman Al Hethleen tation of the saying ‘like father, like son’ lored by enemies of Islam hiding behind and was the best advisor for his late KUWAIT: Speaker of the National accompanying delegation. Ghanem and developing them, especially in the various covers and masks with the ulti- brothers,” said Hethleen, noting that Assembly Marzouq Ali Al-Ghanem discussed with Asoumi, who is also parliamentary scene. Meanwhile, mate goal of looting the Muslim world’s wealth. since he came to power, King Salman has been received at his office yesterday head of head of the government parliamentary Ghanem received Kuwaiti Ambassador “King Salman has become an iconic Arab and working hard on developing Saudi Arabia and the joint parliamentary government committee to redirect support the to Iraq Ghassan Al-Zawawi at his office. Muslim leader who is feared by enemies of Islam,” he catching up with the accelerated pace of progress committee delegation, MP Adel Bahraini Council of representatives, The meeting was attended by MPs added, noting that serving and protecting Islam had and development in various fields. Abdulrahman Al-Asoumi, and his bilateral ties and means of boosting Rakan Al-Nisf. —KUNA THURSDAY, JANUARY 21, 2016 LOCAL Female candidate wins seat in labor syndicate

By Meshaal Al-Enezi Jasser Al-Enezi was elected as the first female member to ever join the syndicate. KUWAIT: The workers’ syndicate at the In a statement to the press, she expressed Ministry of Social Affairs and Labor held its her joy and gratitude to all those who vot- elections on Tuesday, which ran smoothly ed for her and promised to work hard, and featured notable participation by along with her colleagues, to defend general assembly members who gathered employees’ rights, namely those of to elect a new board of directors. Zainab women.

Dr Yousif Al-Awadhi — Photos by Fouad Al-Shaikh Fahd Al-Shuraian Khaled Al-Otaibi Candidate rejects bribe to pull out of elections Dr Awadhi hails Kuwait’s health services

By Meshaal Al-Enezi deposit after the elections if they get at least Kuwaiti doctors. 10 percent of the votes, otherwise the sum Candidate Fahd Al-Shuraian said that he KUWAIT: Candidate Fuhaid Al-Ajmi yester- would be sent to the Ministry of Social Affairs served as a public servant for 35 years and day claimed he had rejected an offer of half a and Labor. that his electoral program would mainly million dinars to withdraw from the by-elec- focus on the economy. Candidate Abdul tions in the third constituency. He called for Health services Wahab Al-Ameer said that he would mainly changing all Cabinet members except for the Speaking after filing his application, can- focus on national unity and urged everyone minister of awqaf, because he studied with didate Dr Yousif Al-Awadhi stressed that to compete in showing their love for Kuwait, him in Cairo and knows him well. health services were excellent in Kuwait with especially at this very critical turning point in On the eighth day of filing nominations minor exceptions of some medical errors. its history in view of the tense regional and KUWAIT: Zainab Al-Enezi is pictured during elections of the workers’ syndicate at the for the by-elections, the total number of can- “Being a doctor myself and being in such a international situations. Candidate Khaled Ministry of Social Affairs and Labor. didates reached 42 including one female small country, news about mishaps travels Al-Otaibi said that his program focuses on candidate, said the elections department faster than they would in larger countries,” he fighting corruption in all forms. He added manager Lt Col Salah Al-Shatti, noting that said, pointing out that medical errors hap- that voters already know him through his FM, UK Minister candidates would be refunded their KD 50 pen worldwide and he was very proud of work in the co-op field for eight years. discuss ties Kuwaiti wins King Faisal Int’l Prize KUWAIT: First Deputy Prime Minister and Meanwhile, Director of Kuwait Foreign Minister Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al- Investment Authority (KIA) Bader Al-Saad RIYADH: President of the Center for Research “Al-Lu’lu’a,” “Arab geographic heritage,” and Muslims in 1996. The ceremony to announce Hamad Al-Sabah received a phone call and visiting Lord Mayor of London Jeffrey and Studies on Kuwait (CRSK) Professor “record of Arab earthquakes,” helped docu- the laureates of the international prize was yesterday from UK Secretary of State for Evans reviewed aspects bilateral econom- Abdullah bin Youssef Al-Ghunaim was pro- ment several geological phenomena in the held at Al-Khozama Center, in the presence of Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs ic and investment cooperation. In a press claimed as winner of the 38th King Faisal Arab region and revive Arabic terminology members of the selection committees. Prince Philip Hammond. During the call, they statement, Saad hailed the role of KIA as International Prize - 2016. His collection of relating to the surface of Earth, noted Prince Khaled Al-Faisal praised the efforts of Kingdom discussed bilateral relations in all a long-term investor in promoting ties acaspects, and ways to coordinate efforts with the UK as well as playing a vital role researches on “Muslim’s geographical her- Khalid who is also the Executive President of of Saudi Arabia under the leadership of King to address the current challenges in the in maintaining the strength of the rela- itage” won the award for the category of King Faisal Foundation and Chairman of King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and the Crown region. They also considered the latest tionship between the two countries. “The Islamic Studies, Prince Khalid Al-Faisal bin Faisal International Prize. Ghunaim is the sec- Prince and the Deputy Crown Prince to serve regional and international developments UK is keen on continuing partnership Abdulaziz, adviser to Saudi King and governor ond Kuwaiti laureate of the King Faisal Islam and Muslims of the world. He also paid as well as issues and matters of mutual with Kuwait in its desire to sustain eco- of Makkah Region, announced at a ceremony International Prize after late Dr Abdulrahman tribute to the organizers of the prestigious interest. nomic growth,” Evans said. —KUNA on Tuesday night. Ghunaim’s works such as Al-Sumait won the award for serving Islam and prize. —KUNA Kuwait supports UN efforts in weapons disarmament, civilians protection: Diplomat

WASHINGTON: Kuwait supports UN efforts in added that the conflicts also resulted in the need for weapons’ disarmament and civilians protection and it urgent humanitarian aid which is barely covering the calls for measures to bring those responsible for violat- needs of refugees and displaced. ing international humanitarian law to justice, said a Despite the adoption of resolution 1265 on senior Kuwaiti diplomat late Tuesday. September 17th, 1999 connected with the protection Speaking at the UNSC debate on the protection of of civilians during armed conflicts, the international civilians, acting charge d’affaies of the Kuwaiti perma- community did not provide effective measures to pro- nent delegation to the UN headquarters in New York tect innocent people who continue to suffer the con- sequences, said the Kuwaiti diplomat who called for steps to hold violators accountable for their murder- ous acts. In connection with the issue at hand, the Kuwaiti diplomat touched on the Palestinian situation, noting that through six decades, Israel had been violating rights of the people of Palestine. He said that the inter- national community should take serious measures to halt the inhumane Israeli policies against Palestinians. Jarallah also touched on the Syrian conflict, saying that the ongoing crisis was the worst in modern histo- ry, stressing that the UNSC should take serious meas- ures to protect Syrian civilians. The upcoming fourth donors conference in Syria, to be held in London on February fourth, will continue what Kuwait has started in the three previous events, affirmed Jarallah, saying that the international community should intensify its efforts to help the Syrian refugees. The donors’ confer- ences in Kuwait had gathered $7 billion in which Abdulaziz Al-Jarallah Kuwait donated a sum of $1.3 billion. Jarallah also Abdulaziz Saud Al-Jarallah said that the increasing reflected Kuwait’s keenness on bringing security and number of armed conflicts had brought the number of peace to Yemen, calling for measures to help civilians refugees and displaced to 60 million worldwide. He caught in the conflict there. —KUNA Kuwait’s ambassador meets Zimbabwe’s Parliament Speaker

KUWAIT: Kuwaiti Ambassador to Zimbabwe Bader Nasser Al-Houti yesterday met with Zimbabwe’s parlia- ment speaker Jacob Mudenda at the parlia- ment house in Harare. During the meeting, they discussed bilateral relations between both countries and ways to enhance them, beside the activities of the Kuwait Fund for Arab Economic Development (KFAED), the Kuwaiti embassy in Zimbabwe said in a statement to KUNA. Arrangements are underway for a planned visit by speaker Mudenda to Kuwait, it said. — KUNA THURSDAY, JANUARY 21, 2016 LOCAL Govt, MPs meet next week over subsidies Lawmaker criticizes KIA actions in stock market

KUWAIT: A national assembly team elected by ing a tough line toward citizens by scrapping or MPs last week to negotiate with the government over its plans to reduce subsidies and other meas- ures, will meet next Sunday to work out its strate- gy. Head of the team MP Youssef Al-Zalzalah said yesterday the team will discuss the issue of scrap- ping some subsidies and will coordinate with the assembly bureau to set a date for a meeting with the government team in the same week. During the meeting, the government is expect- ed to brief the assembly team about its plans to reduce or lift subsidies provided to commodities and services. The government had assured the assembly that it will not take any decision regarding the issue unilaterally. The state budget is projecting a deficit of KD. 7 billion but economic reports expected a small- MP Youssef Al-Zalzalah er shortfall. This deficit will be the first after 16 years of consecutive windfall that allowed KUWAIT: Senior Interior Ministry officials, including Undersecretary Lieutenant General Suleiman Al-Fahad oversee a crackdown Kuwait to build massive fiscal reserves in excess on lawbreakers in Hawalli and Al-Reqie of $600 billion. Petrol is expected to be on top of a list of subsi- dies to be reduced or totally scrapped, followed by electricity and water. The measures are expected to extend to a large number of social aid mecha- nisms. The bill for energy subsidies in the current fiscal year budget is around KD. 2.1 billion with social aid and support accounting for some KD. 2.4 billion.

‘Chaotic’ dealing MP Abdullah Al-Turaiji meanwhile criticized what he called the government’s “chaotic” dealing with the issue of subsidies and facing the conse- quences of the sharp fall in oil prices, adding that MP Abdullah Al-Turaiji contradictory statements from government offi- cials have made citizens concerned over the issue. reducing subsidies while at the same time uses the The lawmaker blasted the government’s con- national portfolio to provide hundreds of millions fusing policies and cited the example of Kuwait of dinars in support for the bourse. Investment Authority (KIA) using the so-called He said that there is no interpretation for this national portfolio to support selected shares on policy except that the government will use the the Kuwait Stock Exchange. funds it saves through reducing subsidies to sup- He said it is strange that the government is tak- port sides which do not deserve any support. Crackdown nabs 4,431 Two armed robberies in Waha By Hanan Al-Saadoun car when a person asked for two bundles and gave him KD 20. When the bedoon was about to give him the change, he snatched his wallet and lawbreakers: Ministry KUWAIT: Two cases of armed robbery were reg- dragged him when he hung onto the car. istered at Waha police station by a bedoon and an Egyptian. In the first case, an Egyptian man KUWAIT: In its campaign to nab lawbreakers, area, said the statement. some point being deported, said the statement. said he went to an address to deliver a meal Drivers mugged the Ministry of Interior combed the suburbs of After thorough vetting, 1,786 of the people Further, it urged businesses, citizens, and resi- worth more than KD 12, and when he arrived a A citizen accused an unidentified person of Hawalli and Al-Reqie where it arrested 4,431 law- arrested were let go because their residency sta- dents to make sure that those whom they hire man took the meal and pulled him inside. He stealing KD 5,100 from his car after he broke the breakers, a press statement by the ministry said tus were deemed correct, said the statement. It for work have valid residency permits and not to then beat him along with another man, then car’s side window. Meanwhile, an Ethiopian who yesterday. A strong show of force was carried stressed that all expat residents must carry with hire anyone with no residency documentation threw him out. drives a roaming taxi told Fahaheel police that out by ministry personnel on the scene in those them at all times proof of identification docu- or with an expired one to avoid legal accounta- In the second case, a bedoon man who works an unidentified person pulled a knife on him suburbs to prevent lawbreakers from fleeing the ments to avert being arrested and potentially at bility. —KUNA in a feed store said he was selling feed out of a and stole his 2008-model car. Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled chairs OIC emergency meeting today

JEDDAH/RIYADH: First Deputy Prime rorist” charges in the Kingdom. Sheikh Mubarak Al-Duaij underscored Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh the importance of the meeting, Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah Urgent meeting amidst a critical time in the region, chairs today an emergency meeting Separately, Board Chairman and which necessitates persistent cooper- for the Organization of Islamic Director General of Kuwait News ation amongst Gulf news agencies. Cooperation (OIC) Council of Foreign Agency (KUNA) Sheikh Mubarak Al- Various suggestions will be discussed Ministers. The one-day meeting, to be Duaij Al-Ibrahim Al-Sabah called the during the meeting, ones that will be held at the OIC headquarters in meeting of representatives of news conveyed to Information Ministers of Jeddah, was called for by Saudi Arabia agencies of Gulf Cooperation Council Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) mem- to discuss repercussions of recent ber states for their scheduled meeting attacks on the Kingdom’s embassy in slated for March in Riyadh. Tehran and its consulate in Mashhad. Gulf media organizations, particu- Kuwait is the president of the current larly, news agencies have seen vast session of the OIC’s Council of Foreign improvements in productivity, Sheikh Ministers. Mubarak Al-Duaij noted. The Director The opening session will start General of KUNA also called on with a statement by head of the regional news agencies to employ the meeting, followed by the OIC latest technological means to attain Secretary General Iyad Amin further growth and facilitate the Madani. Then, a closed session will works of journalists. be held. Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled and Sheikh Mubarak Al-Duaij also Madani will hold a press conference Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled acknowledged efforts made by to announce the final communiquÈ KUNA’s Center for Development of of the emergency meeting. (GCC) member states an ‘urgent one,’ Media Skills in assisting aspiring Ambassadors of OIC member in light of growing turmoil in the journalists to hone their skills states will hold a preparatory meet- region. The one-day meeting in the through an array of productive train- ing prior to the foreign ministers. On Saudi capital Riyadh is a forum that ing courses. He also thanked January 3, Riyadh severed diplomat- aims to enhance regional media coop- Chairman of Saudi Press Agency ic ties with Iran after protestors eration and discuss the current (SPA) for hosting the meeting, one broke into the Saudi embassy and regional and international develop- that would go a long way in enhanc- consulate in the country following ments. ing cooperation amongst Arab news the execution of 47 people on “ter- In a press statement upon arrival, agencies. —KUNA

Dive Team lifts boat sunk in Khiran Marina for 20 years

KUWAIT: The Kuwait Dive Team, an organization of the tugged the submerged vessel to the marina’s boat launch, where it Environmental Voluntary Foundation, salvaged a boat that had been was removed by bulldozers. dangerously left on the tourism company’s seabed for two decades Shatti said that this operation was one of the Kuwait Dive Team’s on Tuesday 19 January. The boat was 22 feet long and weighed 3 many volunteer-based environmental projects intended to preserve tons. Kuwait’s marine environment and coasts. The Team’s most prominent Waleed Al-Shatti, the Dive Team’s Marine Operations Officer, activities include salvaging boats and ships, abandoned fishing nets, reports that the boat was sunk 6 meters under the park’s northern and other debris from Kuwait Bay in order to protect wildlife and dock. Full of sludge and debris, the sunken vessel created pollution enhance safety for seafarers. In 2015, the Dive Team successfully problems around the area and posed a potential hazard to sailors removed 70 meters of damaged oil pipelines in cooperation with the and swimmers as well as marine life. authorities. Shatti thanked Al-Shatti Touristic Enterprises Company Taking advantage of the day’s good underwater visibility and and EQUATE Petrochemical Company for their cooperation and sup- weather, Team divers went down to the boat and used ropes, belts, port for this important work. and large air bags to carefully lift the boat from the seabed. Once the The Kuwait Dive Team also runs a Mobile Beach Clean-up Unit, boat was floating underwater, volunteers and workers on the mari- engaging students and community members in removing small rub- na’s dock helped maneuver the boat free of the pier. Another boat bish from the country’s coastlines. THURSDAY, JANUARY 21, 2016 LOCAL

KUWAIT: US Ambassador to Kuwait Douglas Silliman is pictured with representatives of organizers and other offi- cials while touring the Horeca Kuwait 2016 exhibition. US Ambassador praises Horeca Kuwait 2016

KUWAIT: The United States’ companies taking part in the exhibi- hospitality, food industries, hotel Ambassador to Kuwait Douglas tion. Silliman was accompanied in the equipment and tourism and hundreds Silliman highly praised the ‘outstand- tour by Nabila Al-Anjeri, the General of visitors interested in these sectors. ing level’ of the Horeca Kuwait 2016 Manager of Leaders Group Company The organizing committee held a exhibition, pointing out that the exhi- for Consultancy and Development, lunch in the honor of participating bition had gained good reputation for Joumana Dammous, General Manager companies, during which it honored the superb way it is organized and its of Hospitality Services Company, and participants, sponsors and the mem- ability to attract a large number of Mohammed Najia, Chairman of the bers of the cooking competition jury companies specialized in hospitality, event’s organizing committee. panel. On its conclusion yesterday, the food industries, hotel equipment and The exhibition was also visited on exhibition also witnessed launching tourism. its second day by the International the chefs’ club with participation of 40 Speaking to reporters while tour- Women Group that includes wives of founding chefs who exchanged ing the exhibition along with his a number of ambassadors designated expertise and consultations to develop spouse, Silliman stressed his satisfac- to Kuwait, in addition to a large num- their profession and to jointly take part tion with the multitude of American ber of businessmen specialized in in international culinary contests.

Members of the cooking competition jury panel are honored during the event. THURSDAY, JANUARY 21, 2016 FROM THE ARABIC PRESS

Al-Anbaa Al-Anbaa The first Salman: King of Kuwaiti graduate decisiveness, determination By Dr Saleh Al-Ojairi By Sami Al-Nisf n 1846, a boy was born under the name of Musaed Abdullah Al-Azmi in Kuwait, where he grew up and developed great passion for knowl- he first anniversary of the succession of the I Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman edge and science. Having no other alternatives for bin Abdul Aziz is only a few days away. Ever since breadwinning at that time but diving for pearls, T he was the governor of Riyadh, King Salman has been Musaed took up that profession, knowing that known to be very decisive with great passion for cul- Kuwaiti divers travelled to seabeds in Ceylon, which ture, and had many friends amongst Arab and foreign was then known as Serendib and is now known as Sri intellectuals and politicians, which made him a Lanka. But on arriving in Sri Lanka, he learnt that the remarkable strategic leader. His achievements earned British company hiring divers to dive for pearls had him historic GCC, Arab and Islamic leadership that is postponed the project for three years to allow pearl admired and appreciated by various peoples. oysters to breed and let the sea ‘rest’ for a while. King Salman learnt that, just like in sports, the rule He was shocked by the news because he neither of the game shows that focusing on defensiveness and spoke the language to communicate with people courtesies would lead to no wins. It would only lead to nor had enough money to sustain himself. Al- Anbaa draws or defeats and that the only way to victory was Accordingly, he had to work as a porter at the port. to take the initiative, just like he and his young com- Meanwhile, a large ship docked at Ceylon port and manders and leaders did, without being beguiled by the captain announced hiring some hands to work onboard. Musaed applied and worked on that ship that sailed to Aden, then northwards through the Ministry employee questioned King Salman learnt that, just Bab Al-Mandab Strait into the Red Sea until it reached the Suez Canal, where sailors had to wait for over stealing energy fees like in sports, the rule of the three days until the ship was allowed to sail through. game shows that focusing on “This is the best chance for anyone wishing to see KUWAIT: Security authorities sent an was charged with stealing public funds spoke on the condition of anonymity. Egypt”, they were told and all sailors went ashore employee at the Ministry of Electricity by taking the money of consumers for The ministry had earlier warned defensiveness and courtesies including Musaed, who went to Cairo and joined Al- and Water’s consumers sector to be himself. “The ministry represented in its consumers against following practices Azhar university for seven years before he graduated public prosecution for questioning undersecretary Mohammad Bushari, that are contrary to its instructions. It would lead to no wins. with a habilitation degree (al-alamiyya) in religious after he deceived some consumers into and Consumers Sector Affairs Secretary said the ministry exempts some cases sciences, jurisprudence (fiqh) and Arabic grammar. believing that he was able help them Abdallah Al-Hajiri are determined to and facilities payments for consumers Now a cleric, Azmi asked one of his Azhar teach- pay their large debts, then he gets the collect the ministry debts and this mat- as long as they have documents prov- sweet talk that hides bad intentions and greed. He ers if there was chance for him to learn a profession money to himself. ter is governed by decisions that can- ing their inability to pay according the learnt historic lessons passed down to us by Imam Ali in Egypt so that he could use it when he went back Ministry sources said the suspect not be bypassed,” said the sources who decision in this regard. — Al-Qabas bin Abi Taleb, such as his saying that: “People invaded to Kuwait. The professor told him that some Belgian in their own land live in humiliation” and that of Abi doctors had arrived from Europe to vaccinate the Tammam that says: “Swords are more truthful than Egyptians against chickenpox. So Musaed went to words, fortunetellers and diplomats’ correspondence.” those medics and learnt the profession, and thus The Deputy Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, Second became the first Kuwaiti graduate and vaccinator Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense, Prince against chickenpox in 1881. Mohammed bin Salman warned Saleh and Houthi Azmi later went to perform hajj with Egyptian troops in Yemen and their defiance only brought them pilgrims, and in Makkah met some Kuwaiti pilgrims bad consequences when King Salman formed an Arab with whom he returned to Kuwait, where people alliance (then a Muslim one) to defend Arab countries were very happy and proud of him. As the first starting with Yemen, where the alliance managed to graduate and specialized vaccinator, he started vac- free 75 percent of it in a few months. cinating people against the epidemic. He used to We can only imagine how things could have been like if it had not been for the Arab alliance intervening import food from India or Bahrain and, sometime, in Yemen where its troops put an end to Houthis’ make it himself. expansion schemes since the beginning of their coup. However, an unexpected development happened — Translated by Kuwait Times when he said something that was traditionally unac- ceptable at those times. He asked people to teach their daughters to read and write, which angered people who deemed this as against both tradition and morals. Govt refers Accordingly, Sheikh Musaed Al-Azmi had to leave for Bahrain, where he settled down, bought some palm trees and lived until he passed away in 1943. KFA to court In my opinion, Sheikh Musaed Al-Azmi was ahead of his time and thus Kuwait did not benefit from his KUWAIT: The government Azhar degree, nor from being the first Kuwaiti gradu- filed several lawsuits against ate and vaccinator. May Almighty rest his soul in chairmen and members of peace! KUWAIT: Kuwait Fire Service Directorate discussed the activation of a communication program that helps handi- Kuwait’s football, volleyball, — Translated by Kuwait Times capped persons if any of them gets involved in an emergency with the disabled public authority, during a meeting basketball and swimming between KFSD Director General Lt Gen Yousef Al-Ansari and Director General of DPA Hamad Al-Shatti. — By Hanan associations demanding Al-Saadoun compensation for what it described as their actions that led to the suspension of Crime Kuwait sports activities. The Report Burgan Bank’s Thuraya government asked for an initial KD 5,001 compensation from each association pending further demands of KD Crackdown on 400 million that had been spent on sports in the past draw winner announced five years. The case brief said that Kuwait Football ‘suspicious’ cafes Association (KFA) had missed the deadlines to contest KUWAIT: Capital security forces raided some suspicious the suspension decisions before international courts, cafes in an inspection campaign that resulted in closing and thus deliberately brought damage to Kuwait sports down six of them for operating without licenses and arrest- ing six workers in violation of residency laws. The cam- activities, leading to suspending them and defaming paign, led by Major General Ibrahim Al-Tarrah, also resulted Kuwait worldwide. The case brief also noted that the in removing 12 abandoned vehicles, arresting two truck Kuwait Olympic Committee had conveyed false mes- drivers for dumping construction rubble and filing 26 traf- sages to the International Olympic Committee concern- fic citations. ing sports laws in Kuwait, claiming that the government interferes in sports. — Al-Qabas

Fatal crash An Asian man was instantly killed when he lost control Strict measures to over his vehicle and it flipped over along Abdaly high- way, said security sources. An investigation was prevent exporting opened to determine the circumstances behind the accident. subsidized goods

KUWAIT: In a bid to protect public funds and fight Thieves caught unjustified foodstuff price increases, the ministry of Farwniya detectives arrested three Asians for robbing a commerce and industry contacted the customs compatriot, said security sources, noting that detectives department calling for following very strict measures also found that the three suspects were in violation of resi- to prevent subsidized consumer goods from leaving dency laws. KUWAIT: Burgan Bank recently Thuraya Account is the only salary Al Thuraya account is simple; customers the country. Referring to previous Cabinet decisions, announced its Thuraya Account winner account in Kuwait that provides its cus- are required to visit their nearest the ministry banned exporting meat, poultry, fish and of the Audi R8 sports car. The winner tomers with the chance to win Audi R8 Burgan Bank branch and obtain all the other subsidized goods and urged relevant ministry Watches stolen Sanaa Khaleel Ismael Khaleel expressed Cars on a quarterly basis. The account necessary details, or simply call the departments in addition to the Ministry of Interior, the An Asian watch salesman accused a woman who had her excitement for being the new win- aims at raising the frequency of cus- bank’s Call Center 1804080. For further Kuwait Ports Authority and Public Authority for asked him to deliver seven valuable watches to her in ner of the Audi R8 with Al-Thuraya tomers winning one of the world’s information, customers can visit the Agricultural Affairs and Fish Resources to strictly put Jahra of stealing the watches and fleeing without pay- Salary Account from Burgan Bank. Al- most admired sports cars. Opening an bank’s website on www.burgan.com. this ban into practice. — Al-Rai ing for him. According to the case papers, the man said that he was sent to show the watches to the cus- tomer so that she could select one. On arriving in Al-Tijaria sponsors engineering, petroleum students Jahra, he called her and she met him somewhere, tak- ing all the watches and asking him to wait till she got the money.

Girl harassed An ill girl, who just left Egaila clinic after seeing a doctor, reported that an unidentified person harassed her in the clinic’s parking lot, said security sources, noting that the girl called the police. When a police patrol arrived, the harasser fled, but the girl provided them with his vehicle registration number.

Drug possession A citizen and a bedoon were arrested in Sulaibiya with two bags of meth and a joint ready for smoking, said security sources. Another citizen was also arrested in Saad Al-Abdullah with 41 hashish joints and meth, said security sources.

Couple sentenced houg Al-Radwan in Marketing and them to do research and be creative. To bility contribution and commitment to Radwan has added that Al-Tijaria Real The court of misdemeanor sentenced a female citizen and Communication Department has stat- come up with graduation projects that apply and enhance corporate governance Estate Company is dedicating its efforts and her boyfriend to three months in prison for exchanging Sed that the Real Estate Company is serves the urban and social development in principles. Al Tijaria also believes in the care towards the youth as part of its social pornographic photos over Instagram, said security sources. constantly supporting youth education the State of Kuwait. importance of developing this category responsibility program and is liaising all of Case papers indicate that the woman’s husband saw the especially the College of Engineering and Al-Tjaria Real Estate Company is keen on considering it the rock of developing eco- its resources to support them throughout photos on his wife’s mobile phone and hired a lawer to file Petroleum students thru financially sup- developing youth and encouraging them to nomic and social wellbeing and represent- education and supplying the labor market the case. porting them all year around, encouraging give their best as part of its social responsi- ing future leadership positions. with distinguished capabilities. THURSDAY, JANUARY 21, 2016 Military chiefs gather Faced with EU, US criticism, Israeli insults fly in Paris to bolster Islamic State fight Page 8 Page 10 21 killed in Pak university attack Taleban make contradicting responsibility claims

CHARSADDA, Pakistan: At least 21 people died when gunmen the others were in their early 20s. They were armed with hand armed with grenades and Kalashnikovs attacked a university in grenades and Kalashnikovs. Pakistan yesterday, with all four attackers killed by security forces who moved in under thick fog to halt the bloodshed. The Teacher Fighting Back assault was claimed by a Pakistani Taleban faction but branded Witnesses said the professor killed in the assault, Syed “un-Islamic” by the umbrella group’s leadership, who vowed to Hamid Husain, had fought back against the intruders, adding hunt down those responsible. he had been known as “The Protector” even before he died Police, soldiers and special forces swarmed the Bacha Khan shielding his students. Geology student Zahoor Ahmed said the university in the northwestern town of Charsadda from the chemistry lecturer had warned him not to leave the building ground and the air to try to shut down the assault. Television after the first shots were fired. “He was holding a pistol in his images showed female students running for their lives and wit- hand,” he said. “Then I saw a bullet hit him. I saw two militants nesses reported at least two explosions. Pir Shahab, superin- were firing. I ran inside and then managed to flee by jumping tendent of investigations in Charsadda, said the 21 dead includ- over the back wall.” ed one professor, two gardeners, one caretaker, and 17 stu- Another student told reporters he was in class when he dents. Four attackers killed by security forces were not included heard gunshots. “We saw three terrorists shouting, ‘Allah is in the toll, he said. great!’ and rushing towards the stairs of our department,” he Regional police chief Saeed Wazir, who also put the toll at said. “One student jumped out of the classroom through the 21, told AFP that most of the student victims were shot dead at window. We never saw him get up.” He also described seeing a hostel for male students. An AFP reporter saw pools of blood the chemistry professor holding a pistol and firing at the attack- and overturned furniture at the hostel, where security forces ers. “Then we saw him fall down and as the terrorists entered cornered the four gunmen. “More than 30 others including stu- the (registrar’s) office we ran away.” “He would always help the dents, staff and security guards were wounded,” Wazir added. students and he was the one who knew all their secrets... He He said the attackers had “taken advantage of the fog”, adding was referred to by students as ‘The Protector’,” geology student that visibility was less than 10 m at the time. Waqar Ali told AFP. Umar Mansoor, a commander of the Hakimullah Mehsud A university security guard told AFP the attackers had scaled a faction of the Tehreek-e-Taleban Pakistani (TTP), claimed wall to enter the campus, apparently killing a caretaker in a responsibility for the attack. Security forces believe he was the school guesthouse before moving on to the boys’ hostel. An AFP mastermind behind a similar attack on an army-run school in reporter described a TV remote lying in a pool of blood in front of nearby Peshawar in 2014 that left more than 150 people dead. the television near an electric heater and thermos of tea inside The TTP’s central leadership denied any involvement. “TTP the guesthouse, whose walls were scarred by bullets. Shabbir CHARSADDA, Pakistan: Pakistani students look at a pool of blood following an attack at Bacha Khan University strongly condemns today’s attack and disassociates itself com- Khan, a lecturer in the English department, said he was about to outside the city of Peshawar yesterday. — AP pletely from this un-Islamic attack,” spokesman Muhammad leave his university housing for the department when firing Khurasani said on Twitter, vowing that the group would bring began. “Most of the students and staff were in classes when the Echoes of 2014 Massacre also condemned globally, including by India, the EU and the US. those behind it to justice. firing began,” Khan said. There had been no threat against the Yesterday’s attack spurred widespread outrage from social It had chilling echoes of the Taleban assault on the Army Public The denial appeared to indicate continued infighting in the university, its vice chancellor said. The gunmen attacked as the media users in Pakistan, with a candlelight vigil for the victims School in Peshawar in Dec 2014, Pakistan’s deadliest-ever attack. Pakistani Taleban, as the Islamic State group seeks to recruit its university prepared to host a poetry recital yesterday afternoon held in the southwestern city of Quetta and dozens of people Most of the victims were children. After a public outcry, the mili- disaffected fighters. A senior security official said the faces of to commemorate the death anniversary of Khan Abdul Ghaffar protesting in the port mega-city of Karachi. Pakistan’s Prime tary intensified an offensive in the tribal areas where extremists the attackers were recognizable and their fingerprints had been Khan, a popular ethnic Pashtun independence activist after Minister Nawaz Sharif declared a national day of mourning today had previously operated with impunity, and the government taken, adding: “We hope we will soon identify them.” One had a whom the university is named. Vice Chancellor Fazal Rahim told and directed the country’s security agencies to hunt those launched a crackdown. Mansoor, the alleged mastermind behind mobile phone in his hand connected to Mansoor’s faction, he reporters that the university teaches over 3,000 students and was responsible for the attack, his office said. The assault, which the attack who also claimed yesterday’s assault, vowed in 2014 to said. The official said two of the attackers were teenagers while hosting an additional 600 visitors for the poetry recital. Amnesty International said could be branded a war crime, was continue his “revenge” for the military crackdown. — Agencies INTERNATIONAL THURSDAY, JANUARY 21, 2016 Airbnb’s West Bank settlement listings slammed

NOFEI PRAT, West Bank: Like many vaca- “Any international company like Airbnb impatient with Israel’s settlement policies, tion rental operators around the world, that profits from the occupation and from saying the construction runs counter to Moshe Gordon has listed his property on our blood must be held accountable and the goal of establishing a Palestinian state Airbnb, luring visitors with a stunning brought to justice,” said Husam Zomlot, a alongside Israel. On Monday, the vista of desert landscape and boasting of Palestinian ambassador at-large and for- European Union, Israel’s largest trading proximity to both Jerusalem and the mer adviser to Palestinian Authority partner, said that all its agreements with Dead Sea. What it doesn’t mention is that President Mahmoud Abbas. Israel must “unequivocally and explicitly” the “cozy fully furnished” apartment, with The complaint coincides with the show that they cannot apply to occupied its cable TV, Internet and hiking trails, is in release Tuesday of a report by Human territories. The move followed a a West Bank settlement. Rights Watch that said that businesses November decision to label Israeli prod- Airbnb is coming under Palestinian operating in settlements contribute to ucts made in the West Bank. Many Israelis criticism for such listings, which some and benefit from “an inherently unlawful fear the step could be a precursor to a find misleading for failing to mention the and abusive system that violates the full-fledged ban on settlement products property is on occupied land claimed by rights of Palestinians”. Israel captured the such as wines, dates and cosmetics, which the Palestinians. Such criticism puts West Bank, the Gaza Strip and east make up a tiny percentage of Israeli Airbnb in the crosshairs of an increasingly Jerusalem in the 1967 war and began exports but would set an ominous prece- aggressive global boycott movement and building settlements soon after. While dent. has injected a dose of Mideast politics Israel withdrew from Gaza in 2005, the Also alarming to Israel has been an into the sharing economy. settler population in east Jerusalem and international movement calling for boy- The Palestinians say that by contribut- the West Bank has ballooned to almost cotts against settlement products or any ing to the settlement economy, Airbnb, 600,000. The Palestinians claim these company doing business in the West WEST BANK: In this photo taken Jan 17, 2016, a cat jumps at a guesthouse adver- like other companies doing business in areas as parts of a future state, a position Bank. The so-called BDS movement claims tised on Airbnb in this settlement. —AP the West Bank, helps perpetuate Israel’s that has wide global support. responsibility for pressuring some large settlement enterprise. Senior Palestinian companies to stop or alter operations in tional mobile phone giant Orange. image. While the Human Rights Watch official Saeb Erekat sent a letter to Impatience Israel or the West Bank, including carbon- Although the boycott movement’s report said it was not calling for a boycott, Airbnb’s CEO last week demanding the The Palestinians and much of the ated drink maker SodaStream, French economic impact has been minimal, it has it urged businesses to cease their settle- company cease working with settlers. international community have grown construction company Veolia and interna- helped tarnish Israel’s international ment operations. —AP Faced with criticism, Israeli insults fly

JERUSALEM: US and European criticism of called for an independent investigation Israeli actions in the occupied West Bank into Israel’s efforts to quell a surge in vio- have drawn a furious response from Israel lence, saying that in some cases Palestinian this week, including a former official dis- assailants were being killed “extrajudicially”. missing the US ambassador to Tel Aviv as a Netanyahu’s energy minister called “little Jew boy”. Although the concerns Wallstrom “anti-Semitic, whether con- expressed by Israel’s closest allies were sciously or not”, and the prime minister did partly cloaked in diplomatic language they not back away from that characterization, struck a nerve in Israel, which is anxious to saying of Wallstrom’s suggestion: “it’s outra- counter what it sees as growing attempts geous, it’s immoral and it’s stupid.” to isolate it over its policies towards Appearing before the foreign media last Palestinians. week, Netanyahu was asked for his Ambassador Dan Shapiro’s supposed response to those who say Israel increas- misstep was to observe in a speech to a ingly acts as if it is above criticism and can- security conference that Israel applies the not be reined in. “Israel’s not above criti- law differently to Israelis and Palestinians cism,” he said, “but it should be held to the living in the West Bank. “There seem to be same standard that everyone else is being two standards,” he said. It is a point diplo- held to. “I mean, people are defending mats and human rights groups frequently themselves against assailants wielding make, identifying the fact that Palestinians knives who are about to stab them to are subject to Israeli military law as part of death, and they shoot the people, and Israel’s 49-year occupation, while Israeli set- that’s extrajudicial killings?” tlers are subject to civil law. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu US and EU Allied JERICHO: Palestinian chief negotiator and Secretary General of the Palestine Liberation Organisation (PLO) Saeb Erekat shows a map as he addresses immediately jumped into the fray, calling At the event, Netanyahu played up journalists yesterday during a visit to a site where Israel is moving to declare 150 hectares in the occupied West Bank as state land. —AFP Shapiro’s comments “unacceptable and Israel’s strong ties with India, China, Japan wrong”. He met with Shapiro, who is and Russia, countries that rarely criticise. Jewish and is usually regarded by Israeli On the other hand, he acknowledged rela- officials as a “close friend”, to discuss it. tions with the European Union, Israel’s Israel moving to seize There was no such attempt to paper over biggest trading partner, needed a “reset”. differences from Aviv Bushinsky, a former The EU has been straightforward in oppos- adviser to Netanyahu and a frequent com- ing Israeli settlement growth in the West mentator on Israeli TV. After viewing a clip Bank and East Jerusalem, a policy seen as of Shapiro’s comments during a debate on illegal by most of the world. West Bank farmland Channel 2, Bushinsky said: “To put it blunt- To draw clearer lines between Israel ly, it was a statement typical of a little Jew proper and the land it has occupied since boy,” he said, using the derogatory Yiddish the 1967 Middle East war, the EU has called term “yehudoni” to describe the ambassa- on member states to put labels on imports Palestinians denounce land grab dor, who is in his mid-40s. The US embassy from the settlements and is considering declined to comment. other ways of “differentiating” between JERICHO: Israel is moving to declare 150 ramming attacks that erupted in October. The is under full Israeli control and more than The criticism heaped on Shapiro was not Israel and land the Palestinians seek for hectares in the occupied West Bank as state land fatal stabbing of an Israeli woman at the 500,000 Israeli settlers live in the territory and dissimilar to that aimed at Swedish Foreign their own state. That has enraged Israel, in what would be the largest such seizure since entrance to her home in a West Bank settlement east Jerusalem. US ambassador Dan Shapiro said Minister Margot Wallstrom, who last week which says it is being boycotted. —Reuters 2014, officials and media reports said yesterday. on Sunday, allegedly by a Palestinian teenager, this week that “we are concerned and perplexed If approved, the move is likely to draw interna- drew Israeli outrage and calls for action. by Israel’s strategy on settlements”. The European tional condemnation in line with previous The seizure would come at a time of increased Union has also strongly opposed Israeli settle- seizures. Palestinian chief negotiator Saeb Erekat attention to Israeli settlements and its policies in ment activity and has decided to label products Kurds destroy thousands visited the site yesterday and said the land was the West Bank. Some 60 percent of the West Bank imported from those areas. being stolen from the Palestinians. The farmland of Arab homes in Iraq is located in the Jordan Valley south of Jericho and, according to settlement watchdog Peace BAGHDAD: Western-backed Kurdish ceived support” of IS, Amnesty said. The Now, would mark the biggest declaration since a forces fighting jihadists in Iraq have rights group carried out a field investiga- seizure of 400 hectares in 2014. destroyed thousands of homes in an tion and interviewed witnesses. Satellite The Israeli defense ministry unit that oversees apparent bid to uproot Arab communi- images also provided evidence of “wide- civilian affairs in the West Bank, known as COGAT, ties that may constitute war crimes, spread destruction”, it said. Arab civilians said in a statement that “the lands are in final Amnesty International said yesterday. The who fled fighting have also been barred stages to be declared as state lands”. It did not rights watchdog said the destruction from returning home. provide further details, including who was con- took place in areas of northern Iraq sidered the current owner. Peace Now said the recaptured from the Islamic State group, Kurdish Denial land had been taken over by Israeli settlers years which overran swathes of the country in Dindar Zebari, a KRG official, blamed ago for farming. Israeli media reported that the 2014. The United States has carried out combat for the destruction. “Many houses land amounted to 150 hectares and said it was air strikes in support of forces from Iraq’s were destroyed because of clashes north of the Israeli settlement of Almog. autonomous Kurdish region since August between peshmerga forces and Daesh Hanan Ashrawi, a senior official in the 2014 and other countries have also members in villages located in war zones,” Palestine Liberation Organization, described backed them with air support, training Zebari said, using an Arabic acronym for Israel’s reported move as a violation of interna- and weapons. IS. “Bombing by the international coali- tional law. She challenged the international com- Kurdish forces “appear to be spear- tion also caused the destruction of hous- munity to hold Israel to account. “Israel is stealing heading a concerted campaign to es, and Daesh members rigged houses in land specially in the Jordan Valley under the pre- forcibly displace Arab communities,” the villages to blow up the peshmerga text it wants to annex it,” she told Reuters. “This Amnesty’s Donatella Rovera said in a forces,” he said. He also accused residents should be a reason for a real and effective inter- RIYADH: Saudi King Salman bin Abdulaziz and Chinese President Xi Jinping yesterday statement. “The forced displacement of of affected areas of working with IS. “On vention by the international community to end attend the inauguration ceremony of the Yanbu Aramco Sinopec Refining Company (YAS- civilians and the deliberate destruction of the arrival of Daesh members to these such a flagrant and grave aggression which kills REF) project, a symbol of Beijing’s deepening involvement in the Middle East. — AFP homes and property without military jus- areas, a number of tribal leaders cooper- all chances of peace.” tification may amount to war crimes,” she ated with Daesh and these villages Israel has previously used a law that dates added. Destruction of homes and proper- became a source for terrorists.” back to the Ottoman era to declare property that Saudi King Salman ty theft have occurred frequently during “They stole the belongings of the citi- has not been used as state land, rights groups the war against IS, angering residents zens in these areas and killed many say, though it was not clear if the same law whose support security forces need to young Yazidis,” committing genocide and would be invoked in this case. Earlier seizures marks year in power hold recaptured areas, and sowing the crimes against humanity against them, have been harshly criticized by Palestinians, seeds of future conflict. he said, referring to IS’s campaign of mass rights groups and much of the international RIYADH: When Saudi Arabia’s king Abdullah and their anxieties over Iran’s influence.” “Peshmerga forces from the Kurdistan killings, kidnappings and rapes targeting community. Such moves erode the territory died a year ago on Saturday, his subjects The September death of about 2,300 for- Regional Government (KRG) and Kurdish the minority group. Amnesty document- Palestinians see as part of their future state, fur- expected their country to keep a steady eign pilgrims during a hajj stampede in militias in northern Iraq have bulldozed, ed evidence of “forced displacement and ther complicating peace efforts. “The govern- course under new King Salman. They were in Western Saudi Arabia only added to tensions blown up and burned down thousands of large-scale destruction of homes” by ment’s decision is another step on the way to for a royal shock. Within hours of acceding to with Shiite Iran, which claimed hundreds of homes in an apparent effort to uproot Kurdish forces in three provinces: destroying the possibility for a two-state solu- the throne, Salman, then 79, named his son victims. Three months after taking office communities in revenge for their per- Nineveh, Kirkuk and Diyala.—AFP tion,” Peace Now said in a statement. Mohammed bin Salman, who was not yet 30, from the cautious reformer Abdullah, Erekat, speaking to journalists at the site, as defense minister, setting in motion a year Salman ruptured with the past and ensured called the seizure theft. “As you see, they call it a of change while sticking firmly to the Islamic a shift to a younger generation of rulers. He security area but you don’t see a single security kingdom’s conservative foundations. It was named a new heir in Crown Prince thing here,” said Erekat, also secretary general of Mohammed, as much as Salman himself, Mohammed bin Nayef, 56, while Mohammed the Palestine Liberation Organisation. “And if you who became the face of the monarchy pre- bin Salman became Deputy Crown Prince go between here and 70 kilometres straight you siding over one surprise after another during and second in line to the throne. will see nothing but farms of grapes, palm trees, a tumultuous 12 months. The kingdom also got a more youthful vegetables, stealing the water from Palestinians, The world’s major Sunni power adopted a foreign minister with Adel Al-Jubeir, 53. the land from Palestinians.” Defence Minister more assertive foreign policy, began austeri- This generational shift was positive, said Moshe Yaalon’s office declined comment. ty measures to address a record budget Iman Fallata, 46, a founder of the Baladi deficit, confronted increasing violence from Initiative, which helped prepare women to Diplomatic Pressure jihadists and faced heightened global con- participate for the first time in municipal Israel faced international condemnation after cern over its human rights record. “The key elections last December. “The mentality of the 2014 seizure near Bethlehem in the area of shift, I’d say, is the more assertive foreign the people who govern changed a lot,” she the Gush Etzion settlement bloc. The move fol- policy,” said Adam Baron, a visiting fellow at said, with younger leaders now in “front lowed the killing of three Israeli teenagers the European Council on Foreign Relations. position”. Such an endorsement reflects an snatched from a roadside in the same area. “We’ve seen the Saudis take a much stronger administration “very in tune with what the Netanyahu’s government has faced pressure This satellite combo image taken on June 23, 2014 (left) and Jan 20, 2015 (right) shows leadership role in the region, spurred both Saudi population want,” a Western diplo- from settlers and rightwing members of his cabi- by feelings of an increased power vacuum mat said. —AFP the Iraqi village of Jumeili before and after its destruction by Kurdish forces. —AP net over a wave of Palestinian knife, gun and car- INTERNATIONAL THURSDAY, JANUARY 21, 2016 Palin endorses ‘master’ Trump for US president Palin’s son arrested over domestic violence

WASHINGTON: Former vice presidential nomi- nee Sarah Palin endorsed Republican billionaire Donald Trump yesterday, saying the real estate mogul would “lead the charge” as America’s next president. Palin, who flirted with her own White House run, emerged as a conservative icon and political powerbroker following her failed 2008 vice presidential bid. Since then she has endorsed several far-right candidates who went on to win seats in Congress. As the former Alaska governor and gun-enthusiast jumped back into the political limelight, it emerged that her son had been arrested on domestic violence charges after a fight involving a rifle. On the political front the coveted endorse- ment of Trump comes just 13 days before votes are cast in Iowa, the debut contest in the presi- dential primary race, and it could give a wel- come boost to Trump, the current Republican frontrunner. “No more pussyfooting around!” boomed Palin as she stood alongside Trump at his campaign rally in Ames, Iowa. “The president has to keep us safe economically and militarily,” stressed Palin, who rocketed to political stardom CARACAS: Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro speaks on Tuesday. — AFP when John McCain plucked her from obscurity to be his running mate. Trump is a “master” dealmaker, she said. “He Maduro seeks to share pain knows how to lead the charge. So troops, hang in there because help’s on the way.” Using rheto- of economic ‘emergency’ ric that has helped her rally supporters on the campaign trail, Palin drew huge cheers - and AMES, Iowa: Former Alaska Gov Sarah Palin endorses Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump during a rally at the Iowa State University on Tuesday. — AP CARACAS: Venezuelan President Nicolas berstamped by a friendly National smiles from Trump - when she blasted President Maduro’s move to decree an “economic Assembly. This is the first time the legisla- Barack Obama as a “weak-kneed capitulator in correctness kind of like a suicide vest”. And she endorsement from the daughter of iconic US emergency” seeks to make the ascendant ture has been in his rivals’ hands since his chief” who leads from behind, particularly when used her trademark on-stage drama to mock actor John Wayne. “He represented strength, he opposition share the political cost of the late mentor, Hugo Chavez, came to power it comes to battling so-called Islamic State reporters she says have criticized her for years. represented power,” qualities “missing” from South American oil giant’s economic mess, in 1999, launching Venezuela on a socialist extremists. “Are you ready for a commander in “Media heads are spinning,” she snickered. “This today’s president, Trump said at the John Wayne analysts say. The decree, which gives “revolution”. Economic analysts say rather chief who will let our warriors do their job and is going to be so much fun.” Trump said he was Birthplace Museum in Winterset, Iowa, where a Maduro 60 days of extraordinary powers to than make fundamental changes to the oil- go kick ISIS’ a**?” she asked. honored to receive Palin’s endorsement.”She is a life-size wax figure of the actor served as a back- combat a deep recession and triple-digit dependent economy, Maduro will probably The endorsement came as news emerged friend and a high-quality person whom I have drop. Wayne made his mark in a Hollywood inflation, was issued Friday and now passes double down on the state-heavy policies of that Palin’s son Track, 26, was arrested on domes- great respect for. I am proud to have her sup- career that stretched from the 1930s to the to the opposition-controlled National the past 17 years. tic violence charges Monday after an armed port,” he said. 1970s, mainly portraying tough cowboys. Assembly, which must approve it, reject it For many, his appointment of a radical altercation with his girlfriend, according to court Palin’s Trump nod is seen as a snub to conser- Meanwhile it was more bad news for or demand changes within eight days. leftist sociologist, Luis Salas, as his new documents filed Tuesday. During the drunken vative Senator Ted Cruz, who is neck and neck Democrat Hillary Clinton’s campaign Tuesday, That presents a conundrum for the frac- economy minister only deepened con- fight at his mother’s house in Wasilla, Alaska, with Trump in Iowa and running second to him when CNN released a new poll showing her tious opposition coalition, the Democratic cerns. More of the same will not fix the Track Palin allegedly brandished a rifle and nationally. She campaigned for Cruz during his main rival, Senator Bernie Sanders, holding a Unity Roundtable (MUD), which rode vot- Venezuelan economy, especially as oil threatened to shoot himself, according to the Senate race in Texas, and Cruz, perhaps getting whopping 27-point lead over her in New ers’ frustration to a landslide victory in leg- prices continue to collapse, analysts said. documents filed in court and posted online. out front of the Trump endorsement, tweeted Hampshire, the state which votes second in the islative elections last month. “It’s a trap by “Mr Maduro’s previous emergency decrees his appreciation for Palin on Tuesday. “Without nomination race. Support for Sanders has Nicolas Maduro’s government to share the - he ruled by decree for most of last year - Media Heads ‘Spinning’ her support, I wouldn’t be in the Senate,” he surged by 10 points since the previous political costs with the opposition,” said have resulted in zero economic policy Palin repeatedly knocked the Republican wrote. “Regardless of what she does in 2016, I CNN/WMUR poll, with 60 percent of likely voters economist Luis Oliveros. While the decree changes,” said research firm Capital establishment for seeking to derail Trump, warn- will always be a big fan.” backing him, compared with 33 percent sup- may allow Maduro to take “some measures” Economics. “It’s difficult to see the econom- ing that they have been “wearing this political Trump began the day by receiving an porting Clinton. — AFP to right the sinking economy - such as cut- ic crisis alleviating anytime soon.” ting huge gasoline subsidies - it contains few new ideas to fight the crisis, he told Looming Collapse AFP. Diego Moya-Ocampos, a Latin America Instead, it challenges the so-far unsul- analyst at IHS Country Risk, predicted the lied opposition to dive into the trenches of legislature would reject the decree or at governance. Opposition lawmakers must least demand sweeping changes. “The gov- now decide whether to fight the socialist ernment is likely to deem this as unaccept- leader’s interventionist economic model or able and claim that the opposition is sign off on his plans, however grudgingly, attempting to obstruct or sabotage its and share the responsibility, Oliveros said. If efforts, leaving the government-controlled they choose to fight, it would give him Supreme Court to take a decision over the ammunition to blame MUD if the recession enforcing of the decree,” he said. That, he deepens, as many economists predict it said, would set up further power struggles will. The speaker of the National Assembly, and policy paralysis - increasing the risk of Henry Ramos Allup, has been scathing in violent protests like those that rocked his criticism of Maduro, but nevertheless Venezuela in 2014, leaving 43 people dead. promised the opposition would study the Even the one area where Maduro and decree. The measure gives the administra- the opposition appear to agree - the need tion special powers to commandeer private to end fuel subsidies that allow companies’ resources, impose currency Venezuelans to fill their cars for less than a controls and take “other social, economic or dollar, but which are estimated to cost the political measures deemed fitting”. With state more than $12.5 billion annually - is concern mounting over just how far those politically explosive. Venezuelans exasper- powers reach, the administration sought to ated with standing in long lines to scour soothe fears Monday by denying that the bare supermarket shelves for goods they decree allowed the expropriation of private cannot afford may explode into violence at companies. “People are saying the decree any further deterioration in their living creates a kind of ‘express expropriation.’ standard, warned Moya-Ocampos. That’s a lie,” Trade and Industry Minister Somehow, something must change, said Miguel Perez Abad told a meeting of busi- economist Orlando Ochoa. With oil prices ness owners. at 12-year lows, by the second half of this year, “it will be impossible to supply the More of the Same country with food and medicine and serv- Maduro has held similar decree powers ice the debt with this same political and in the past, but at the time they were rub- economic model,” he said. — AFP Obama, Erdogan vow cooperation on terror

ANKARA/WASHINGTON: US President of the US-led coalition battling Islamic Barack Obama and Turkish President Tayyip State in Syria and Iraq, has increasingly Erdogan on Tuesday pledged continued become a target for the Sunni Muslim mili- cooperation in the fight against militants, tants. including Islamic State and Kurdistan Prime Minister Ahmet Davutoglu Workers Party (PKK) militants, the White blamed Islamic State for the bombing on House and Turkish presidential sources Jan 12 in Istanbul’s historic heart. The sui- said. During his phone call to Erdogan, cide bomber is thought to have crossed Obama offered his condolences for last recently from Syria. Islamic State is also week’s bombing in Istanbul, when 10 believed to be behind other attacks last German tourists were killed in a suicide year in Turkey, including one in the capital attack blamed on Islamic State, the White Ankara in which more than 100 people House and Turkish presidential sources were killed. Turkey’s predominantly Kurdish said. southeast is currently engulfed in the worst Obama also condemned a recent string violence since the 1990s after the collapse of attacks by the PKK against Turkish securi- last July of a two-year-long ceasefire with ty forces, and he stressed the need for de- PKK militants. Last week the PKK, deemed a escalation, the White House said in a state- terrorist organization by the United States ment. The two leaders said the fight against and the European Union as well as by terrorism would be among a number of Turkey, attacked a police station in a topics on the agenda when US Vice Diyarbakir district with a truck bomb, President Joe Biden visits Turkey on killing six people including a baby and two Saturday. NATO member Turkey, a member toddlers. — Reuters Carson team in fatal crash, campaigning suspended WASHINGTON: Republican Ben Carson “I’m suspending all campaign activities temporarily suspended his US presidential today due to a car accident involving mem- bid Tuesday when four members of his bers of our team,” Carson said on Twitter. campaign team were involved in a fatal car Carson traveled from South Carolina to accident in Iowa, where the first votes in Omaha to meet the dead volunteer’s family the nomination process will be cast. A van and released a statement saying it was a transporting the group “hit a patch of ice privilege to have worked with Joplin. “One and flipped on its side where it was struck of the precious few joys of campaigning is by another vehicle,” Carson’s campaign said the privilege of meeting bright young men in a statement. A volunteer named as and women who are so enthusiastic about Braden Joplin, 25, died, while three others their country that they will freely give of including a campaign staffer who was driv- their time and energy to work on its behalf. ing the vehicle were checked and later America lost one of those bright young released from a hospital. men today,” Carson said. —AFP INTERNATIONAL THURSDAY, JANUARY 21, 2016 Deep freeze across Balkans makes migrant journeys harder

WARSAW: Subfreezing temperatures vide immediate assistance. Even when and snow have settled over Central they are sick they are not willing to stay Europe, adding to the difficulties of here in a hospital.” The organization Save migrants heading to Western Europe but the Children said this week that women, not weakening their determination to children and babies in particular are in continue their journeys. Liene Veide, a danger of hypothermia. Migrants have spokeswoman for the United Nations been arriving in Serbia with blue lips, dis- refugee agency, said that some 2,000 tressed and shaking from the cold. migrants continue to cross from Exhausted mothers have told the Macedonia into Serbia daily, even with group’s aid workers they are unable to temperatures plunging to a low of -19 keep their babies warm and dry, and Celsius (-2 Fahrenheit) in the Serbian that some have slipped while carrying border town of Presevo yesterday. Many them on the icy roads. of the asylum-seekers arrive without In Romania, 70 people, among them adequate winter clothing or boots and 45 children and several Israeli tourists, that some have pneumonia, fever or oth- spent the night in mountaintop huts er illnesses, Veide told The Associated after a cable car broke down. The Interior Press that. Still, she says most refuse hos- Ministry sent two helicopters yesterday pitalization and insist on pressing on to rescue the group, which was stranded with their journeys. near Balea Lac, a glacial lake at an alti- “The weather isn’t stopping people; tude of 2,000 meters (6,600 feet) in cen- it’s just making the trip more difficult,” tral Romania. Temperatures in Romania said Veide, who spoke from snow-cov- plunged overnight to the lowest of the ered southern Serbia. “People are very SOFIA: Bulgarians enjoy their time in a snow-covered park in Sofia. After weeks of unseasonable weather with spring-like year, with -29.5 Celsius (-21 Fahrenheit) determined and want to keep on their temperatures, a cold spell gripped Bulgaria. Snow blanketed the Balkan country with up to 15 inches in some areas and tem- recorded in one town, Intorsura journey. This makes it challenging to pro- peratures going down to -10 degrees Celsius, (14 degrees Fahrenheit) while forecasters say there is more on the way. — AP Buzaului. — AP Jihadist threat, slowing economic growth worry the elite at Davos Rising threat posed by cyber attacks

DAVOS: Rising risks to the global economy and a string of jihadist attacks around the world overshadowed yesterday’s opening of an annual meeting of the rich and powerful in a snow- blanketed Swiss ski resort. The Taleban assault on a university in Pakistan that left at least 21 dead was a jolt to the billionaires, business titans and leaders, including Pakistani Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, gathering in the Swiss Alpine vil- lage of Davos. The heightened security threat was starkly in evidence in Davos itself, with police carrying machine-guns patrolling the streets and concrete blast blocks positioned in front of key venues. Fears over the obstacles facing major emerg- PARIS: French Defense Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian (center) poses for photographers ing economies were on everyone’s lips at the with defense leaders from Australia: Marise Payne (left); Italy : Roberta Pinotti (2nd left); annual gathering after the International Germany: Ursula von der Leyen (center left); US: Ashton Carter (center right); United Monetary Fund lowered its outlook for global Kingdom: Michael Fallon (2nd right) and The Netherlands: Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert economic growth this year. The slowdown in (right) after a meeting at the defense minister residence in Paris yesterday. — AP Chinese growth was especially darkening the mood of policymakers after Beijing announced Military chiefs gather in Paris that gross domestic product expanded at its slowest in a quarter of a century last year. “The to bolster Islamic State fight big event that I think has captured everyone’s attention is the developments in China and in particular the fact that growth is slowing,” IHS Concerns mount over chief economist Nariman Behravesh said. Russian bombings in Syria The Chinese policymakers have “fumbled”, he said. “They have made some mistakes. And they have added to the uncertainty and the volatility DAVOS: A Swiss police officer surveys the area during the World Economic Forum (WEF) annual PARIS: Defense chiefs from the United forces can retake territory against Daesh,” a by their behavior.” China’s problems will be dis- meeting in Davos yesterday. — AFP States, France, Britain and four other coun- French official said. cussed by the Davos delegates-”but they won’t cannot afford to stumble into a cyber cold war armed approach to refugees. Later in the week, tries met in Paris yesterday to examine say it in public, they will say it in the hallways,” but I fear that is where we are headed,” he said. leftist Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras locks ways to build on gains made against No Arab nations at meeting Behravesh said, noting that “the public Davos is a horns once again with his bete noire, German Islamic State, including increasing the num- No Arab states are joining the meeting. little different than the private Davos.” That is Migrant furor in focus Finance Minister Wolfgang Schaeuble. Today, ber of police and army trainers. Islamic Fallon said many Arab allies have been exactly why 2,500 movers and shakers make their The former military chief warned, too, of Argentine President Mauricio Macri will make his State was ousted by government forces occupied with the Saudi-led campaign annual pilgrimage here-to air the biggest issues. heightened tensions in Asia following North first appearance at Davos since his election in from the western Iraqi city of Ramadi last against Houthi militants in Yemen but there The foreign ministers of two countries deep in Korea’s January 6 nuclear test. “We have a young November, setting out his case for economic month and has been slowly pushed back in would be a meeting with Arab ministers in conflict-Saudi Arabia and Iran-are attending, leader there who is very unstable and it is in the reform in a country with a turbulent recent past. other areas. “The object of today is to satis- Brussels in the next few weeks. Carter said although a public meeting is considered unlikely. middle of this cauldron of tension between Also today, Nigerian President Muhammadu fy ourselves that the balance of the cam- he would discuss with his allies how to Business leaders heard yesterday of the rising Japan, China, South Korea to some degree, Buhari is expected to face questions about his paign is right...and that we can now capital- draw a greater contribution from the Sunni threat posed by cyber attacks. “These weapons, North Korea, “ he said. “I see that pot bubbling handling of the Boko Haram insurgency in ize on the setbacks Daesh has suffered in Arabs, many of whom view the US-backed, and they are weapons, are moving towards a lev- and I worry about that a great deal.” US Vice Africa’s most populous country. Oscar contender Iraq and move on to tighten the noose Shiite-led government in Baghdad with el of mass destruction,” said James Stavridis, who President Joe Biden is due to speak later on, lay- Leonardo DiCaprio, a long-time environmental around the head of the snake in Syria in suspicion. They also accuse the United was NATO supreme allied commander for Europe ing out his vision of the challenges facing the campaigner, used his appearance at Tuesday’s Raqqa,” British Defense Secretary Michael States of not moving firmly enough against from 2009-13 and is now dean of the Fletcher global economy. The flow of hundreds of thou- opening ceremonies to urge leaders to keep the Fallon told reporters before the meeting. Syrian President Bashar Al-Assad. School of Law and Diplomacy at Tufts University sands of migrants to Europe last year is the other commitments they made at last year’s UN cli- Daesh is the Arabic derogatory acronym to Last week, Carter offered US troops head- in the United States. Stavridis said the world over theme running through this year’s Davos. mate talks in Paris to limit global warming and describe Islamic state. Fallon said the group ing to Iraq an upbeat assessment that empha- time would need an international regime to pre- German Vice Chancellor Sigmar Gabriel and curb fossil fuel use. “Our planet cannot be saved had lost 25 percent of the area it controlled sized advances by Iraqi forces - including vent mass cyber attacks, just as it has for nuclear Swedish Prime Minister Stefan Lofven will unless we leave fossil fuels in the ground where in Iraq and 10 percent in Syria. retaking control of the city of Ramadi - and by weapons, and he pressed major cyber powers debate on how to integrate migrants, at a time they belong. Twenty years ago we described this US Defense Secretary Ash Carter said US-backed rebels in Syria. He focused on such as the United States, China and Russia to when the fallout from the New Year’s Eve sex problem as an addiction, today we possess the the talks, which also include, Germany, efforts to “collapse” the Islamic State’s power start one-on-one talks to curb the threat. “We attacks in Cologne threatens Germany’s open- means to end this reliance,” he said. — AFP Italy, Australia and the Netherlands, would centers of Al Raqqa, in Syria, and Mosul, in focus on how to accelerate the campaign. Iraq. The French official said that while there This could include an increase in the num- was pressure to intensify the air effort, the US- ber of trainers and police who can help led coalition’s ability was limited by require- IPOB leader denies treason hold territory seized from Islamic State. ments to avoid civilian casualties. Western- France was the first country to join US-led backed officials have also been alarmed by air strikes in Iraq. Since the Paris attacks by Russian strikes in Syria, which they say have Islamic State militants in November, targeted civilians and opposition groups they charges in Nigerian court President Francois Hollande has stepped support. “I am increasingly disturbed by up French aerial operations against Islamic Russian bombing,” Fallon said. “We have esti- ABUJA: The leader of a pro-Biafra group, whose State, including in Syria, contributing about mates of several hundred civilians killed arrest sparked a wave of protests by supporters 20 percent of coalition strikes. “It’s not just through the use of unguided munitions on in Nigeria’s southeast, pleaded not guilty in about adding more planes, but also train- civilian areas and opposition groups fighting court yesterday on treason charges. Nnamdi ers to accelerate the speed with which local Assad,” he said. — Reuters Kanu last month refused to enter a plea when he was first charged with “treasonable felony”, argu- ing he had no confidence in the then trial judge. Thousands rally behind But at a hearing before a new judge in the feder- al high court in Abuja on Wednesday, he denied a six-count indictment and was remanded in a Dutch ex-soldier custody until a bail application on January 25. The prosecution alleges Kanu and others at who fought jihadists large in Britain between 2014 and last year called for some southern states to secede from THE HAGUE: Thousands of people have It recalls that even Dutch Prime Minister Nigeria to form an independent Republic of rallied behind a Dutch ex-soldier suspect- Mark Rutte has said “we are at war” Biafra. The call was made on Radio Biafra, of ed of killing Islamic State group jihadists against the Islamic State group which has which Kanu is director, and was done “with (the) in Syria, hailing him as a hero and captured a swathe of Iraq and Syria as it intention to levy war against Nigeria”, according demanding he should not be prosecuted seeks to set up an Islamic caliphate across to the charge sheet. He was also charged with Nnamdi Kanu in the Netherlands. By yesterday more the Middle East. “Sign the petition to managing an unlawful society, unlawful posses- than 61,000 people had signed an online show your support for Jitse Akse and sion of firearms and concealing an import of a petition in support of Jitse Akse, who was demand that he is not punished.” radio transmitter. Kanu, who also heads the Muslim boy quizzed over arrested by Dutch police last week. Akse, Prosecutors said that a police investi- Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) group, was 47, who is alleged to have fought along- gation is being carried out, after which it arrested by Nigeria’s secret police in October side the Kurdish People’s Protection Units will be decided whether to bring charges when he arrived in the country from London, ‘terrorist house’ mistake (YPG) in Syria last year, appeared before a against Akse. “Fighting terrorism is not a where the radio station is based. Rotterdam court on Friday and was crime,” says the Facebook page “Justice He has emerged as the new face of the cam- LONDON: The family of a 10-year-old Muslim boy townhouse that shares its side walls with others. released on bail on condition he surren- for Jitse” which by yesterday had received paign for a separate Biafran state, nearly 50 years demanded an apology yesterday after he was Miqdaad Versi, assistant secretary-general of dered his passport. “Dutch law-apart more than 23,000 likes in the past few after a previous unilateral declaration of inde- quizzed by British police for writing that he lived the Muslim Council of Britain, Britain’s largest from in exceptional circumstances like days. “He’s a hero!” wrote one supporter pendence sparked a brutal civil war. The conflict in a “terrorist” house instead of a “terraced” house umbrella group for Islamic associations, blamed self-defense-does not give citizens the on the page, while another said “this man from 1967 to 1970 left some one million people during an English class. Police interviewed the boy the government’s “Prevent” program, aimed at right to use force and particularly not really deserves a medal.” Akse himself, dead, many from starvation and disease, as at his home in Lancashire, northwest England, on countering radicalization. “There are huge con- deadly force,” the prosecution service who left for Syria in 2015, had defended Nigerian troops blockaded the fledgling December 7 and examined the family computer cerns that individuals going about their daily life said in a statement. his actions on his Facebook page saying Republic of Biafra. IPOB supporters have held a following his mistake, according to the BBC. are being seen through the lens of security and “Killing an IS fighter therefore could he felt he “had the chance to make a dif- series of protests across the country in recent Since July, British teachers have been legally are being seen as potential terrorists rather than mean being prosecuted for murder,” the ference”. He had used his military skills of months to demand his release and voice their obliged to report any suspicious behavior by students,” he said. “This is a natural consequence statement said. But furious supporters “flexibility, improvisation” to help the calls for a breakaway state for the southeastern pupils. “You can imagine it happening to a 30- of the extension of the ‘Prevent Duty’ to schools.” have flocked to his defense, with the Kurdish people. “When you see what Igbo people. On December 17, IPOB said five year-old man, but not to a young child,” the boy’s Lancashire Police said the issue was dealt with “by launch Friday of a Facebook page “Justice they’ve done... by killing a member of IS I campaigners were killed during celebrations cousin told the BBC. “If the teacher had any con- a joint visit by a police constable from the divi- for Jitse” and an online petition. Akse had have probably saved dozens of lives,” he after the high court in Abuja ordered Kanu’s cerns it should have been about his spelling. “He’s sion and social services,” and that no one from the joined “the global battle against humani- told a local newspaper from his northern release on bail. The authorities in Abuja, howev- now scared of writing, using his imagination,” she Prevent counter-extremism scheme had been ty’s number one enemy,” the petition says. Dutch village. — AFP er, have refused to release him, leading to fresh added. A terraced property is a British term for a involved. — AFP protests. — AFP THURSDAY, JANUARY 21, 2016 INTERNATIONAL Singapore deports 26 Bangladeshis for terror links

SINGAPORE: Singapore said yesterday it had selves, and held weekly meetings and gather- There was also a document entitled arrested 27 Bangladeshi construction workers ings where they discussed armed jihad and “Techniques of Silent Killing” that contained late last year for supporting “the armed jihad conflicts that involved Muslims,” the ministry graphic images and instructions on how to car- ideology of terrorist groups” and deported 26 said, adding that the group was also actively ry out assassinations, using different methods of them. The workers were being groomed to recruiting members. One of the group was not and weapon. The announcement of the arrests return to their home country to wage holy war deported and is serving a jail sentence for came less than a week after militants mounted and had studied booklets on assassination attempting to flee Singapore after learning attacks in the Indonesian capital Jakarta, leav- techniques, the Ministry of Home Affairs said in about the arrests of the other members. He will ing at least eight people dead, including four a statement. be repatriated to Bangladesh after he com- suspected attackers. Home Affairs Minister K Shanmugam pletes his sentence. The man was said not to The Islamic State (IS) group claimed respon- added in a Facebook post that while the group have been a member of the group but was “in sibility for the coordinated bomb and gun were planning attacks overseas, “they could the process of being radicalized”. assault on a central thoroughfare in the capital. have easily changed their minds and attacked Kumar Ramakrishna, a counter-terrorism ana- Singapore”. Several of members of the group ‘Silent killings’ lyst at Singapore’s S Rajaratnam School of also contemplated joining “armed jihad” with According to the ministry’s statement, the International Studies, said the arrests would the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria, according to group’s members were encouraged to return likely be “disconcerting” to the public as foreign the MHA. The 27 men, aged between 25 and to Bangladesh and “wage armed jihad” against workers have become part of Singapore’s social 40, were arrested between November 16 and the government there, while some had sent landscape. Singaporean officials have said that December 1 last year under Singapore’s money to terror-linked entities in their country. the city-state remains a target by militants Internal Security Act. They all worked in con- The ministry said they possessed radical and because of the presence of a large number of struction in Singapore, where large numbers of jihadi-related materials, including footage of multinational corporations and its status as a laborers mostly from South Asia live in often children undergoing training in what appeared regional financial centre. Singapore authorities cramped dormitories. to be militant camps. Excerpts from a video in late 2001 foiled an attempt to carry out “The group members took measures to released by the ministry showed young boys bomb attacks on US and other foreign targets SINGAPORE: A worker polishes a bronze statue of a bird along the river avoid detection by the authorities. They shared dressed in black and wearing white caps firing in the city-state, arresting several suspects in quay next to the financial business district in Singapore. —AFP jihadi-related material discreetly among them- pistols and automatic rifles during training. the process. —AFP Iran elite Guards to gain regional and economic power in post-sanctions era Guards to get more money for regional struggles

ANKARA: Iran’s Revolutionary hopes the economy, freed from the flicts but we will continue to help our line on the Tehran metro. “There was Guards did well under international sanctions, will create new wealth allies.” Away from the battlefield, no chance to compete with the sanctions, and the elite military that can be used for these ends. Tehran credits the Guards with help- Guards-affiliated companies. Most force is destined to become still rich- One senior security official sig- ing the domestic economy to survive of the time, they were offered con- er now they’ve been lifted. Iran’s naled financing would grow for the under the sanctions that Washington tracts without even entering a bid,” clerical rulers have supported eco- Guards and its overseas arm, the first imposed after the 1979 Islamic said an Iranian trader based in a Gulf nomic growth of the Guards, Qods force. “The IRGC and the Qods Revolution and which expanded and country who does business with rewarding the group for sanctions- Force are Iran’s key assets in the tightened over the years. some IRGC-affiliated firms. As the US busting as well as suppressing dis- region, where we are determined to One Western diplomat who fol- and EU sanctions on Iran’s oil and sent at home and helping Tehran’s back our allies and those oppressed lows Iran closely estimated last year finance sectors in 2012 started to allies abroad - notably Syrian nations,” said the official. “All parts of that business activities controlled by bite, the Guards responded by set- President Bashar Al-Assad. Now the the establishment have reached a the Guards had an annual turnover ting up complex operations involv- country is expecting an economic consensus on this. If you are a rich of $10-12 billion. Iran refuses to ing the likes of Dubai and Turkey. boom in the post-sanctions era and person, you can help your friends reveal their market share. But an “The IRGC started to buy hun- the Iranian Revolutionary Guards more, right?” Iran has already spent Economy Ministry official said the dreds of small and medium-size Corps (IRGC), will be a beneficiary. billions of dollars propping up Assad Guards have been involved in a companies around the country to Likewise, the leadership will ensure and in recent months provided elite wide range of industries, including use as front companies,” said a trader BHUBANESWAR: A villager climbs down from a coconut tree after picking up it is well funded to continue the teams to gather intelligence and energy, tourism, auto production, involved in importing parts for the fresh coconut on a cold foggy morning on the outskirts of the eastern Indian effort in the regional crisis, including train Syrian forces. Its casualties are telecommunications and construc- oil industry. “These companies part- city of Bhubaneswar, India. Coconut trees are no longer considered trees in the Syrian civil war. the tropical Indian state of Goa, where authorities have reclassified them in The Guards aren’t entirely off the order to clear the way for unfettered felling. —AP hook, even though the United States, European Union and United Nations lifted most sanctions on Coconut trees ‘no longer Saturday under a deal with world powers where Tehran agreed to considered trees’ in Goa curbs on its nuclear program. Washington has noted that “US statutory sanctions focused on Iran’s PANAJI: Coconut trees are no longer earned it the Sanskrit name of support for terrorism, human rights considered trees in the tropical Indian kalpvruksha, which means “a tree that abuses, and missile activities will state of Goa, where authorities have fulfils all desires.” Pulp scraped from remain in effect”, and these will be reclassified them as palms to allow coconut shells is an essential ingredient enforced against certain members farmers to cut them down more easily. in the region’s traditional fish curries and actions of the Guards. But the Officials said they dropped the cocus and meat stews. The sap from the trunk, Guards have long proved successful nucifer from Goa’s official list of trees in known as toddy, is a popular drink, in defending their economic inter- order to help coconut farmers cull old or while fermented toddy is used as a ests, including in recent years when ailing stands without having to deal yeast substitute in baking, and distilled the sanctions were at their tightest, with red tape. But environmentalists toddy is a favored brew. Many homes effectively excluding Iran from the global financial and trading system. and the state’s opposition lawmakers also use the hollowed shell as a serving “Even under very difficult eco- are incensed, and accuse the state of ladle. They weave the fronds into roof nomic circumstances, the funds for catering to industry and developers. mats and use the sturdy wood to build the IRGC’s activities, whether domes- “The move will not benefit farmers as homes. “If permission is not needed to tic or overseas, remained intact,” said much as it will help real estate and cor- cut coconut trees, then naturally there a former official close to the govern- porate interests chop coconut groves for will be more concrete,” environment ment of pragmatist President Hassan development of plots and setting up activist Claude Alvares said. Rouhani. Created by the Islamic industrial units,” opposition legislator Environmentalists along with several Republic’s founder Ayatollah Vijai Sardesai said. The state’s forest min- local media outlets demanded that the Ruhollah Khomeini, the Guards first TEHRAN: Iranians drivers refuel their vehicles at a gas station in the capital Tehran. Iran has ister, Rajendra Arlekar, defended the state’s coalition government, led by Prime secured an economic foothold after announced a major boost in oil production after the lifting of sanctions under its nuclear deal, decision to amend a 1984 law forbid- Minister Narendra Modi’s Hindu national- the Iran-Iraq war of the 1980s when while condemning new US measures against its missile program. —AFP ding the felling of certain trees without ist party, reverse the decision. In an edito- the clerical rulers allowed them to permission, saying coconut trees rial Tuesday, Goa’s Herald newspaper invest in leading Iranian industries. shouldn’t have been listed at all. “We accused Modi’s party of being “lost in the Their economic influence grew par- rising, with several commanders tion. “There are many IRGC-affiliated nered with some foreign companies have only corrected the anomaly in the woods” and said those who will benefit ticularly after former guardsman killed, and foreign experts believe companies that are involved in vari- to bypass sanctions. Most of the act,” Arkelar told state assembly mem- most from the reclassification “are those Mahmoud Ahmadinejad was elected Tehran may have as many as 3,000 ous sectors. The Guards helped dif- time cash was delivered to a foreign bers last week. Goa produced more than who want to build huge housing estates president in 2005. troops there. ferent sectors to resist the unfair account in a neighboring country.” 1 million coconuts in 2013 from groves and hotels and establish breweries and sanctions imposed on Iran for Tehran also asked the Guards to take sprawling over 25,000 hectares (62,000 beer factories.” The state’s highest elected Helping your friends Stronger guards decades.” over energy projects vacated by acres) in the western resort state, a holi- official, Chief Minister Laxmikant Parsekar, Iran - the dominant Shiite Muslim Another senior official confirmed The Guards were also rewarded Western oil companies due to the power which is in rivalry with Saudi that a flourishing economy, which is with major contracts after suppress- sanctions, with Khatam Al-Anbia day hotspot known for its sandy beach- said he was not worried about coconut Arabia and the United States’ other currently 60 percent dependent on ing pro-reform protests that fol- leading development of the giant es lined with the iconic, swaying palms. groves disappearing. “We Goans love Sunni Arab friends - has fought oil exports, would mean extra cash lowed Ahmadinejad’s disputed re- South Pars gas field. However, this Even before the coconut tree coconut trees. We will never cut them,” he decades of sectarian proxy wars in for the Guards’ foreign activities. “It is election in 2009. A company affiliat- exposed the limits to their expertise. became a background fixture for tourist said. “Those who are opposing the Syria, Lebanon, Iraq and Yemen. very clear that our leaders will not ed to the IRGC bought the state-run “The IRGC had the loyalty but its photos it was an important part of local amendment ... are resorting to emotional Tehran is not about to end these hesitate to allocate more funds to the telecoms company for about $8 bil- affiliated companies lacked the lore thanks to the usefulness that blackmail.” —AP activities just because its relations IRGC when needed. More money lion. The Guards’ construction technology and knowledge and with the West have thawed with the means more funds for the IRGC,” said branch, Khatam Al-Anbia, has also ability to carry out projects,” said a nuclear deal. On the contrary, it the official. “We don’t want any con- won a $1.2 billion contract to build a hardline former official. —Reuters Activists skeptical; Kerala becomes the first in primary education goal Teacher defies Taleban in THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Activists ty of education. “Programs like Athulyam welcomed the south Indian state of may bring accolades to Kerala, but it will Kerala being named the first in the coun- not help the people. A total revamp of try to give a primary education to its the education system is needed if Kerala Pakistan university attack entire population, but stressed the need has to build on the achievements the to improve the quality of education. Vice state has made in the education sector,” President Hamid Ansari last week activist and writer M N Karassery said on CHARSADDA: A chemistry teacher who tried him fall down and as the terrorists entered firmed the lecturer had died, and expressed declared the coastal state of 34 million - Wednesday. Other activists agreed. to protect his students by opening fire on the (registrar) office we ran away.” Geology his grief and condolences to the man’s fami- popular among tourists for its backwater “Several universities in the country are Taleban militants during a deadly attack at a student Zahoor Ahmed said Husain had ly. Security officials said an operation to halt canals and lagoons - had achieved its denying admission to students from Pakistani university has been hailed as a warned him not to leave the building after the bloodshed at the school ended several goal to educate its population to the pri- Kerala as they feel that they got inflated “martyr” and a “gentleman”. Lecturer Syed the first shots were fired. “He was holding a hours after it began, with police saying at mary standard of grade 4. marks,” said M G Sasibhooshan, an Hamid Husain, an assistant professor of pistol in his hand,” he said. “Then I saw a bul- least 21 people had been killed. Officials attribute the success to a activist and historian. chemistry at the Bacha Khan university in let hit him. I saw two militants were firing. I The military said it had killed four extrem- scheme called Athulyam, which targeted “The Delhi University, for example, Charsadda, ordered his students to stay ran inside and then managed to flee by ists. It was not clear if they were included in over a period of five years more than reduces 10 percent marks from the total inside as Taleban gunmen stormed the jumping over the back wall.” “They fired the death toll. The Taleban have claimed 200,000 people between the ages of 15 marks obtained by a student in Kerala for school near the city of Peshawar yesterday, directly at” the professor, sociology student responsibility for the attack. Teachers in and 50, including school dropouts, admitting them to their course,” he prison inmates and physically disabled added. Education and literacy have long leaving at least 21 people dead. Students Muhammad Daud said, describing Husain as northwest Pakistan were given permission to people. Athulyam, which means been established as key to improving told of how he opened fire on gunmen as “a real gentleman and a respectable teacher”. carry firearms in the classroom after Taleban unequalled, used limited resources, offi- human development and social indica- they rampaged across campus, giving the Tributes were paid to the slain academic militants massacred more than 150 people, cials said, and relied on the participation tors, helping to break the cycle of pover- young people time to flee before he was cut on Twitter. “Martyr of #education: Prof Hamid the majority of them children, at a school in of volunteers and civil society groups to ty and prevent problems such as child down in a hail of bullets. “We saw three ter- who was killed by terrorists in the city of Peshawar in 2014. The attack on identify and enrol individuals in more marriage, teen pregnancy and violence rorists shouting, ‘Allah is great!’ and rushing #BachaKhanUniversity#Pakistan,” tweeted an army-run school in the city, some 50 kilo- than 4,000 education centers across the against women. According to India’s towards the stairs of our department,” one journalist and academic Raza Ahmad Rumi. meters from Charsadda, was the deadliest in state. 2011 census, Kerala had a literacy rate of man told reporters. “One student jumped out Another message on the site read: “Very #sad Pakistani history, and saw heavily armed mili- But activists in Kerala said they were 93.9 percent, the highest in the country. of the classroom through the window. We news Prof Dr Syed Hamid from Chemistry tants go from room to room slaughtering not impressed by the declaration, adding But in 2013, northeastern Tripura never saw him get up.” dept embraced shahadat (martyrdom) in an students and staff. Teachers’ associations had that programs like Athulyam would only claimed it had surpassed Kerala as the He described seeing Husain holding a pis- attack in #BachaKhanUniversity#Charsadda.” objected to arming staff, saying it was not make a difference if more investment most literate state in India, with a literacy tol and firing at the attackers. “Then we saw Pakistan’s President Mamnoon Hussain con- their job to fight off militants. —AFP went toward improving the overall quali- rate of 94.7 percent. —Reuters THURSDAY, JANUARY 21, 2016 INTERNATIONAL In Vietnam, people have virtually no say in choosing leaders

HANOI: Vietnam’s Communist Party will hold official in the collective leadership. The prime assembly, to be elected in May, will hold its its 12th congress Jan 21-28 to elect a new set minister is considered No. 2 in the hierarchy. first session in June, where it will formally of leaders for the next five years. Here’s a look The president holds a largely ceremonial post select the president, prime minister and at how the process works. although he is nominally the head of the mili- Cabinet members chosen by the party con- tary. gress in elections that normally have only one Center of power candidate. Because of this process, Vietnam’s Vietnam’s 93 million people do not direct- Secret affair government says that leaders are the people’s ly elect their top leaders, who are chosen by The party congress is held behind closed choice. the Communist Party of Vietnam. Article 4 of doors in complete secrecy, except for the cer- Vietnam’s constitution formally gives the emonial opening and closing sessions that Power struggle Communist Party the right to rule the coun- are broadcast live on state television. A total In the days leading up to the congress, try. It controls the government, legislature, of 1,510 Communist Party delegates repre- there appeared to be a power struggle military, police, judiciary and virtually every senting 63 provinces, ministries, government between General Secretary Nguyen Phu public organization including farmers’, youth agencies and party commissions attend the Trong (pronounced “Nyu-en Foo Chong”) and and women’s organizations. party congress in the capital, Hanoi. The out- Prime Minister Nguyen Tan Dung (pro- going central committee issues a list of candi- nounced “Nyu-en Taan Dzoong”). Trong, 71, Party congress dates for the new Politburo and the new cen- took over as secretary-general in 2011 even It is held every five years to elect the all- tral committee, which the congress members though he should have been ineligible for the powerful party Central Committee, which this will then debate. These lists have more names post because of the compulsory retirement year will have 180 members, up from 175 cur- than available positions, allowing for the del- age of 65 from the Politburo. An exception rently, and the Politburo, which this year egates to vote on their choices. was made to allow him to be re-elected to could be more than the current 16. It also the Politburo and take over the top post. HANOI: A street barber (right) serves a customer at a public park in chooses the party general secretary and Do people have any say? Unofficial reports leaked from party meetings downtown Hanoi. From Soviet-style letters of denunciation to out- endorses the nominees for the posts of the Not really. The people do elect the 500 say that Trong has been nominated as the landish rumors of a coup, Hanoi is abuzz with political gossip ahead of a president, the prime minister and the chair- legislators in the National Assembly, most of sole candidate for General Secretary for a sec- key leadership change this week that has plunged the ruling communist man of the National Assembly, or parliament. whom are Communist Party members, but it ond term, effectively removing Dung from elite into turmoil. —AFP The general secretary is the most powerful is mostly a rubber-stamp body. The new the race. —AP Beijing accuses Swede of fabricating information EU worried about China’s detention of Europeans

BEIJING: The Chinese government has accused a Union citizens detained in China, were issues of the Chinese Urgent Action Working Group, detained Swedish national of operating an unli- “grave concern”, said EU ambassador to China, denounced the accusations against Dahlin. “It’s censed rights group in China, which “fabricated Hans Dietmar Schweisgut. “We wish to see full absurd to claim Peter was engaged in malicious and distorted” information about the country and transparency and access,” Schweisgut said at a efforts to attack or discredit China,” Caster said. organized others to “interfere” in sensitive cases. news conference, adding that the EU had raised “To purport that Peter was ‘planted’ in China by Beijing confirmed earlier this month that authori- its concerns with China. Xinhua said Dahlin’s foreign forces is part of a trend by Chinese ties had detained Peter Dahlin, the 35-year-old organization “hired and trained others to gather, authorities of blaming ‘hostile foreign forces’ for co-founder of the Chinese Urgent Action Working fabricate and distort information about China”. domestic grievances,” he said. Xinhua said Dahlin had confessed that all of the reports on China’s PYONGYANG: North Koreans stand on the frozen Taedong River as a man human rights were “compiled via online research (right) ice fishes in Pyongyang, North Korea. The depths of winter have hit and could not reflect reality”. “Not seeing some North Korea, with temperatures dropping lower than last year. —AP cases myself, I cannot guarantee they are true,” the report quoted him as saying. Sweden’s embassy in Beijing said it continued to work Winter returns to Pyongyang “intensively” on the matter and that its diplomats had visited Dahlin on Saturday. “He is feeling well with more bite than last year considering the circumstances,” Gabriella Augustsson, head of public diplomacy for the PYONGYANG: A cold snap in the North called sokari in Korean, golden Mandarin Swedish embassy in Beijing, said in an email. Korean capital has residents ice fishing on fish in English. Thermal underwear, multi- Dahlin suffers from Addison’s disease, a poten- the Taedong River. The whole country was ple layers, big coats, hats and hoods, tially life-threatening disease unless properly colder than minus 10 C (14 F) on Tuesday, scarves and gloves to cover any remaining medicated daily, according to his organization. and the North’s official weather forecaster exposed skin are necessary to survive the Asked whether Dahlin had been threatened with predicted that Pyongyang would sink to winter in Pyongyang. And there is only so a withdrawal of medication in order to secure a minus 16 C (3 F) yesterday. “This kind of cold much one can do to come in from the cold: confession, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman can come once or twice a year,” said Ri Yong North Korea’s power shortages mean that Hong Lei said the Swede had seen doctors while Nam of the State Hydro-Meteorological few public buildings, homes and offices in detention and received medication. “China pro- Agency. “It seems that the ‘Taehan’ has not have much heating. Strong winds have tects the legitimate rights of foreigners in China in forgotten and now it’s here.” Taehan means made the cold much more biting in accordance with the law,” Hong said at a daily “great cold,” and North Koreans are quite Pyongyang over the past few days, but news conference. State television broadcast familiar with it. Small groups of men brave Wednesday was a relief from the wind and footage of a casually dressed Dahlin confessing to the cold to squat on the frozen Taedong much calmer. Ri said this winter is colder “hurting the feelings of the Chinese people”, River running through central Pyongyang in than the last, and the worst is still to come, although it was not possible to verify if he was hopes of catching a few fish. They hack with temperatures expected to drop further speaking of his own free will. holes through 40 centimeters (16 inches) of over the weekend. After that it should get The footage comes two days after a Swedish ice to send thin lines into the water below. warmer, although warmer means closer to bookseller whose mysterious disappearance A man pulls out a tiny reward, a fish the freezing point. —AP In this image made from undated video released by China Central Television (CCTV), sparked fears he may have been abducted by Peter Dahlin, a Swedish co-founder of a human rights group, speaks on camera in an Chinese agents said on state media that he had unknown location. —AP voluntarily turned himself in to the authorities over a fatal drink-driving offence more than a Spanish king in spotlight as he Group, on suspicion of endangering state securi- “It also organized others to interfere with sen- decade ago. Critics say these accounts deprive ty. The organization worked with Chinese human sitive cases, deliberately aggravating disputes and the accused of the right to a fair trial. It was not tries to end political logjam rights lawyers. instigating public-government confrontations to possible to reach Dahlin for comment and unclear MADRID: The mediation skills of Spain’s seats in the December poll - 123 out of 350 - Chinese police and national security authori- create mass incidents,” it said, using the Chinese whether he has a lawyer. On Tuesday, Britain said King Felipe VI are being put to the test this but fell far short of an absolute majority. ties said in a statement they had “smashed an ille- euphemism for protests. Two other unidentified it remains deeply concerned about Lee Bo, a week as he meets with political leaders to PSOE came in second with 90 seats and two gal organization that sponsored activities jeop- members of the organisation said “Western anti- British publisher of books critical of China’s lead- try to end the impasse the country has faced new parties, which tapped into voter anger ardizing China’s national security”. The statement China forces had planted Dahlin and some other ers who went missing in Hong Kong and is press- since an inconclusive general election. The over corruption, high unemployment and was released via the official Xinhua news agency people in China to gather negative information ing for information about his welfare. Hong said political crisis is the biggest challenge Felipe, economic inequality — anti-austerity late on Tuesday. China’s crackdown on human for anti-China purposes such as smear cam- he was “unclear” about Lee‘s case, and declined 47, has faced since he took over the throne Podemos and centre-right Ciudadanos-won rights, as well as several cases involving European paigns”, it said. Michael Caster, a spokesman for further comment. —Reuters when his father Juan Carlos abdicated 18 69 seats and 40 seats respectively. months ago to try to revive the popularity of The remaining 28 seats went to six small the scandal-hit monarchy. Juan Carlos is parties. While the monarch has traditionally Red doors mark out the asylum credited with helping to smooth Spain’s invited the party winner of the most seats transition to democracy after the death of to form a government, he can opt for an longtime dictator Francisco Franco in 1975, alliance of other parties if they can deliver a notably by standing against an attempted more stable option. In a bid to end the seekers’ houses in English town military coup in 1981. impasse, Felipe on Monday began a week But he never faced the dilemma now of talks with the leaders of all political par- confronting his son who must propose a ties which won representation in the new Doors make easy target for racists candidate for prime minister following a parliament. The leader of the party who he December 20 election which for the first will nominate - most likely Rajoy-must then LONDON: Asylum seekers in the The Times quoted Ahmad Zubair, String of scandals er for every 173 residents, the highest time produced a hung parliament. Up until win a vote of confidence in parliament to northern English town of from Afghanistan, as saying he had “It is ludicrous to suggest that this concentration anywhere in Britain. now election results did not allow for “spec- take office. Middlesbrough are suffering abuse repainted his front door white to stop constitutes any form of discrimination, The Home Office, or interior min- ulation, either because a party won with an because they have been housed in the abuse, but a Jomast worker had and offensive to make comparisons to istry, said its guidelines were that no absolute majority or because it had a big ‘Very delicate moment’ properties that almost all have red repainted it red citing company poli- a policy of apartheid in Nazi Germany,” area should have more than one asy- enough majority to attract support,” said If there is still a deadlock two months front doors, making them easy tar- cy. “Asylum houses have red doors. he said in a statement. Local police lum seeker for every 200 residents and Antonio Torres del Moral, a constitutional after this first vote, the king must call fresh gets for racists, the Times newspaper Everyone knows that,” Zubair was declined to comment because they it was “working closely with G4S to law lecturer at Spain’s UNED university. All elections. “It is a very delicate moment for reported yesterday. The houses are quoted as saying. “People were are not required to keep statistics that implement a reduction program” in Juan Carlos had to do was nominate the the king because if political parties do not owned by a subcontractor of G4S, shouting outside the house, calling break out hate crime as a separate cat- Middlesbrough. G4S is one of the head of the party that had won the most provide him with a solution by coming to an the outsourcing giant which has largest private employers in the world, seats in that election, he added. agreement, he must take decisions,” said been embroiled in a series of scan- with around 611,000 employees in Jose Apezarena, author of several books dals over alleged incompetence and more than 100 countries. It is the No absolute majority about Felipe. The crisis comes as the new abuses. A spokesman for G4S said world’s largest security company and This time around, the election result put king seeks to boost the standing of the the subcontractor, Jomast, would has annual revenues of 6.8 billion an end to decades of dominance by the monarchy which began to lose its lustre dur- repaint the doors. Asylum seekers liv- pounds ($9.63 billion). The firm failed conservative Popular Party (PP) and the ing the twilight years of Juan Carlos’ reign. ing in the Middlesbrough houses to provide enough security guards for Socialists (PSOE), who have alternated in He outraged Spaniards in 2012 by going described having eggs and stones the London 2012 Olympics and the power since Franco’s death. Acting Prime elephant hunting in Botswana at the height thrown at their windows, dog excre- army had to fill the gap. In 2013, it Minister Mariano Rajoy’s PP won the most of the country’s recession. —AFP ment smeared on their doors and admitted overcharging on a British racist jibes shouted at them, the government contract to tag criminals Times said in its report. by billing for some who were dead or Calais refugees take chance on Britain has not received migrants not tagged. in the same huge numbers that Earlier this month it said it had ‘pot-luck’ smuggling service arrived in other European countries MIDDLESBROUGH: Photo shows a row of houses in Warren fired four workers over alleged use of last year, but public concerns over Street in Middlesbrough, England yesterday. —AP unnecessary force and improper lan- CALAIS: Smuggling yourself from France to number plates, but you are still taking a chance.” immigration are running high and guage at a British training centre for Britain can be hugely expensive for refugees, but One group of three young men and two tensions have risen in many commu- us hate words, throwing things at our egory. The Times said it had identified young offenders. In Australia, officials there is a cheaper “pot-luck” option-the only women came back to Calais saying they had nities with high concentrations of windows.” Andy McDonald, the 168 houses owned by Jomast of which slammed G4S over staff’s handling of snag being you might end up in a French mili- woken up in a French military base. “They said migrants. Immigration Minister member of parliament representing 155 had red doors. Reporters spoke to a deadly riot at an immigration deten- tary base. Some who have used the 500-euro the door opened and they had laser lights on James Brokenshire said he had Middlesbrough, told the newspaper people living at 66 of the properties tion centre in 2014. With criticism ($550) smuggling service at a motorway rest their bodies because soldiers were pointing ordered an urgent audit of housing the red doors were “a way of marking with red doors and found that 62 of mounting, then CEO Nick Buckles stop near the northern French port of Calais, guns at them,” said Mohammed Adam, a for asylum seekers in northeast people out that is reprehensible”, them housed asylum seekers of 22 stood down in 2013 after eight years. have found themselves heading in completely Sudanese doctor, who is not related to the other England, which is provided by G4S while his predecessor Ian Swales said nationalities. The G4S spokesman said He was replaced by Ashley Almanza, the wrong direction, winding up in lorries to migrant. “They were really panicked. They were under a government contract. “If we they reminded him of “Germany in Jomast accepted that the majority of who was relatively new to G4S and Germany or Belgium rather than their dream handcuffed and police came and arrested them find any evidence of discrimination the 1930s”. Stuart Monk, owner and houses where asylum seekers lived has kept a lower profile. Shares in the destination of Britain. “The guys who run it know and brought them back here,” said Adam, speak- against asylum seekers it will be dealt managing director of Jomast, said had red doors, and had agreed to firm were down 2.8 percent in mid the trucks where the driver is not around or ing in the migrant shantytown on the outskirts with immediately as any such behav- paint was bought in bulk for use at all repaint them so that there would be morning trading on Wednesday, giv- sleeping, and they can get you inside,” said Adam of Calais known as the “Jungle” where thousands ior will not be tolerated,” Brokenshire its properties as was common prac- no dominant color. The Times said ing it a market valuation of 3.3 billion Mohammed, a 30-year-old from Ghana. “But they are trying to make their way across the English said in a statement. tice among landlords. Middlesbrough had one asylum seek- pounds. —Reuters don’t know the destination. They look for English Channel. —AFP NEWS THURSDAY, JANUARY 21, 2016

Palestinian children play on the beach as the sun sets in Gaza City on Tuesday.— AP Dubai hotel fire caused by short-circuit: Police

DUBAI: The fire which engulfed one of Dubai’s most no suspicion of a crime... There was no negligence,” he Flames shot skywards from one side of the luxury ated occupants hurried away from the building, some prominent hotel skyscrapers ahead of New Year fire- said. He declined to say whether the cladding - layers Address Downtown Dubai, owned by developer Emaar running. Emaar said on Jan 3 the fire should have “no works was caused by an electrical short-circuit, Dubai’s fixed to the outside of buildings for decoration, insula- Properties which stands across a plaza from the Burj material impact” on the company because the building police chief said yesterday. In a presentation to media, tion or protection - had affected the development of Khalifa tower where people had gathered for the fire- and risk of fire were covered by its insurance. The com- police officials said there had been no trace of any flam- the fire, and directed queries about building materials works show. In a statement, Dubai police said the short- pany also said it had hired a local contractor, Dubai- mable liquids such as petrol at the site of the blaze at to the Dubai Civil Defence authority. The building was circuit which caused the fire occurred in an area based DUTCO Group, as a contractor to clear and the 63-storey hotel and residential block, close to the quickly evacuated with only minor injuries reported, between the 14th and 15th floors of the hotel at around restore the building. Some experts have asked whether world’s tallest building. “The direct cause was an electri- and authorities went ahead with a New Year’s fireworks 21.25 local time. cladding - which is used widely on the towers which cal short-circuit,” police commander Khamis Mattar Al- display at the 160-storey Burj Khalifa tower a few hun- On the night, television pictures showed pieces of crowd the Dubai skyline - may in some cases make Mazeina told reporters. “No one was arrested. There is dred metres away. blazing debris raining down from The Address as evacu- them more vulnerable to fire. — Reuters

Amir meets media chiefs, calls for unity... Continued from Page 1 the government for the issuance of legislations to lessen the deficit in state budget and replenish the HH the Amir emphasized the necessity of keeping decline in the financial resources”. away from offending any of the components of the The Amir also noted that subsidies would be society, placing the nation’s interests, security and sta- reviewed to target the wasteful overuse of electricity for bility over and above all considerations. He stressed the nonessential purposes like lighting up houses as if they neutrality of the judicial authority, and emphasized the were monuments. He stressed that any decisions taken necessity of respecting the judiciary and the judicial rul- regarding subsidy cuts or other economic steps would ings. be made with an emphasis on maintaining a dignified The Amir warned that due to the dramatic decline in life for citizens and not compromising their basic living global oil prices, Kuwait must tighten its belt financially requirements. including seriously considering steps to rationalize the On the Gulf scene, the Amir said that Kuwait is part state budget. He specifically mentioned the excesses of of the fabric of the GCC, underlining the necessity of programs like the treatment abroad which is often sub- pushing ahead with Gulf joint work to bolster the bloc’s ject to abuses. The Amir suggested that the state was march toward integration in all fields to realize people’s looking into plans to bring doctors to Kuwait to treat expectations, and achieve prosperity, development, citizens as opposed to sending them abroad, an expen- security and stability. Referring to the divided neutral sive prospect which often includes months of travel zone with Saudi Arabia, HH the Amir said there is no dif- expenses for patients and their families. ference over it, adding that the issue of oil production He called for joining government and popular efforts and exports from the area will be settled with the king- to embark on economic moves to and reduce items on dom soon. Meanwhile, the Amir reiterated Kuwait’s the state budget to handle the decline in resources. In commitment to the Saudi-led coalition supporting light of falling oil prices, from $120 per barrel to only legitimacy in Yemen, referring to the effective participa- $20 per barrel, the government and the people must tion of the Kuwaiti forces in the mission. share responsibility of rationalization, following in steps He also praised HH the Amir during the meeting of other Gulf states, the Amir said, referring to an orien- brotherly relations between the Gulf Cooperation tation to restudy subsidies on certain items. The Amir Council (GCC) member states. Deputy Minister of Amiri reiterated the importance of maintaining dignified life Diwan Affairs Sheikh Ali Jarrah Al-Sabah and Deputy conditions for citizens, and providing their basic living Minister of Information Tarek Eid AlMizrem also attend- DUBAI: This undated handout image from the Dubai police shows the exterior of The Address Downtown needs, urging the National Assembly to “cooperate with ed the meeting. hotel after the New Year’s Eve blaze that engulfed the 63-storey skyscraper. — AP THURSDAY, JANUARY 21, 2016 ANALYSIS

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Focus Before marriage, couples in Gaza get US-style help

By Nidal Al-Mughrabi

esitant but curious, several Palestinian couples walked into a classroom in Gaza Hthis week to attend the first marriage guidance program in the conservative, Hamas- run enclave. The initiative, backed by three Palestinian ministries, the Islamic University and British-based charity Interpal, is designed to pre- pare young couples for married life, including religious, legal, medical and psychological coun- seling. Courses are free, with couples offered gifts worth $60 to encourage them to attend the 15-hour course. Some classes are mixed and Egypt: Who’s afraid of January 25? some are held with the partners separated. “So far it is a trial course of 90 brides and grooms,” said Hassan Al-Jojo, head of the Higher By Ahmed Aboulenein ed the Brotherhood’s President Mohamed One negative is the economy, which downtown Cairo, were either raided or shut Religious Judicial Council, one of the program’s Morsi following protests against his rule, remains in the doldrums with a rising cost down in the past month. “We have taken sponsors. “We want to encourage couples to gyptian activists Ali Al-Khouly and the group was able to mobilise thousands of living and stagnating wages, Kaldas said. several measures to ensure activists don’t Mohamed Ali had just sat down at a onto the streets. But security forces have Egypt also faces an Islamic State insurgency have breathing space and are unable to come because there is still hesitation.” Marriage is ECairo coffee shop when plainclothes since killed hundreds of his supporters and in the Sinai, a strategic peninsula bordering gather, and several cafes and other meet- a big business in Gaza, with 20,000 unions last officers grabbed them and hauled them off jailed thousands, accusing the group of ter- Gaza, Israel and the Suez Canal, where mili- ing places have been closed, while some year, 5,000 more than in 2014, when a 50-day to a police station. What they most wanted rorism. tants have killed hundreds of soldiers and have been arrested in order to scare the war between Israel and Hamas militants inter- to know was: What are your plans next Authorities have since expanded their police. Sisi has promised to end the mili- rest,” an official at the Homeland Security rupted plans. Much of the rubble and destruc- Monday? As the fifth anniversary of Jan 25 sweep. Over the past few weeks, they have tancy but results are mixed. Agency told Reuters. tion of that conflict remains. protests that ended Hosni Mubarak’s 30- rounded up scores of activists, closed down “This is a regime that knows it has some- Two employees of the Town House art Since more than half of Gaza’s 1.95 million year rule approaches, the toughest security cultural centres and worked to ensure thing to be scared of. It knows it did not gallery described how 20 people, many of people are aged under 25, the marriage figures crackdown in Egypt’s history is a clear sign imams tell their followers that protests achieve what Egyptians expected,” said them police officers, raided the premises are only likely to grow. Most Gazans cannot easi- that authorities are worried. “They are against Sisi are sinful. In recent days, police Ayman Al-Sayyad, the editor of Weghet under the guise of administrative viola- ly leave the densely-populated coastal territory, employing scare tactics because they have also been conducting mass searches Nazar political journal. But most Egyptians tions. It remains shut down. “Security forces themselves are frightened,” Khouly told of flats, primarily in the downtown Cairo are not actively in opposition to Sisi, Ali believe in beating the citizen until they which is blockaded by Israel and Egypt. But even Reuters a day after his release. “I honestly area near Tahrir Square, epicentre of the said, and many activists are tired of con- reach an agreement; they believe in fear if marriage is popular, it does not mean it is have no idea why I was taken or why I was 2011 uprising. They say they have found fronting what human rights groups say is and intimidation,” said Mohamed Hashem, always a success, particularly with many unions released but there is no justification for this dozens of foreigners who have overstayed an increasingly ruthless state in the face of owner of Merit publishing house, which arranged. While US-style counseling feels awk- horror.” their visas, recalling the Mubarak govern- such apathy. “It’s just not happening, we was raided the day it was scheduled to ward for many Muslims, the promoters hope it With thousands of government oppo- ment’s actions in 2011, when foreigners can’t force people. Even if we oppose the hold a seminar by an author of a book will make marriages stronger. nents behind bars, the likelihood of mas- were accused of inciting protest. regime we must respect the public’s wish- about corruption. There were 10 couples in Tuesday’s class, with sive protests is slim. However, analysts and Khouly and Ali, both secular, are not es,” Khouly said. The Ministry of Religious Endowments, brides being taught about their rights and duties activists say, the crackdown reveals an inse- prominent activists but they were still Reuters spoke with three other activists which supplies preachers with weekly talk- under Islam and the men receiving advice from a curity that has grown since general-turned- caught up in the dragnet and held for five who declined to be named for fear of ing points and scripture to quote, has also psychiatrist about how to open up and maintain president Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi ousted the hours at a police station, their lawyer said. reprisal, in contrast to the days when joined the campaign. The last two Friday Muslim Brotherhood from power two years They were separated and questioned Egyptians took to Tahrir Square by the hun- prayer sermons explicitly warned against a smile in the face of hardship. “A wife should ago. Then, Sisi’s popularity was sky-high. about their political views and opinion of dreds of thousands. They all said they protesting on Jan 25. One, entitled “The understand that life sometimes is different from But with a promised economic revival hav- Sisi, and whether or not they would would stay home on Jan 25 after many col- Blessing of Safety and Security”, says that the dreams she had while a single,” said Bilal ing yet to materialize and the threat of protest on Jan 25. leagues were arrested and their gathering those who aim to disrupt stability are com- Yassin, the project’s coordinator and a trainer in Islamist militancy looming, he is at pains to places shut down. Many of those arrested mitting a major crime in the eyes of God. Islamic matters. “Using nice words like sweet- stamp out open dissent, they say. Oppression the Fuel of Protest are not prominent activists but run Political analysts said the government is heart when asking your husband to do some- “There is a high level of paranoia on the While Sisi remains popular among many Facebook pages calling for demonstrations. walking a fine line between discouraging thing or bring you something would have a nice part of the government. It is an inadvertent Egyptians, he no longer enjoys the rever- Marches and rallies in 2011 were often protest and squeezing too hard. impact.” admission that there have been a number ence which once saw his image, complete organized by youth activists on Facebook “Oppression is the fuel of protest and of failures,” said Timothy Kaldas, nonresi- with a military beret and sunglasses, on and other social media platforms. protest is the first step to violence,” Sayyad Dialogue dent fellow with the Tahrir Institute for everything from posters to women’s under- At least four cultural spaces, including said. “The regime fears reaping what it has Middle East Politics. After the military oust- wear in this conservative Muslim nation. an art gallery and a publishing house in sown.” —Reuters Five of the women wore niqab, the full Islamic covering showing only their eyes, while the oth- ers covered their heads. Since Hamas seized control of Gaza in 2007, the population has Smuggling soars as Venezuela’s economy sinks broadly adopted more conservative ways. “I explain to them the different ways they express By Girish Gupta pects were rounded up. Authorities nabbed two men smug- town of Mabaruma, gasoline, flour, shampoo and other themselves, expressing love and hate and emo- gling 14,000 crabs to Trinidad, one man taking 57 tropical goods are brought across by boats. Flour marked only for sale tions,” said psychiatrist Jamail Tahrawi. “I call lutching egg cartons on his shoulder, a young man birds to Italy, and the owners of a sex shop trading “danger- in Venezuela is available in the markets of Guyana’s capital upon them to open up in all matters.” Once mar- wades precariously through a muddy river on ous erotic products”. On a larger scale, Venezuela’s navy Georgetown. In the northeastern Venezuelan state of Sucre, ried, Tahrawi urges couples to discuss every- CVenezuela’s western jungle border where a Colombian detained a state-owned oil tanker smuggling fuel. Much of fishermen sell gas on the high seas. They pay less than a cent thing, including their sex life. shopkeeper will happily buy them up. On a peninsula jutting the smuggling stems from subsidies, intended to help the at the black market rate for 60-liter jerry cans and then sell into the Caribbean, a fisherman sails under the cover of dark- poor, on an array of goods from flour to fuel. them for around $10 each to seafarers who scurry them off to Jojo said a lack of mutual understanding, ness to the nearby island of Aruba carrying everything from Rice, for example, is officially priced at 16 bolivars per kg, nearby islands. “They have to because a poor fisherman with rather than poverty or hardship, was the main fish to flour. In neighboring Guyana, miners and police officers worth just two US cents at the black market rate. On a family doesn’t earn enough to survive,” said Manuel reason for divorce in Gaza. Divorce remains a last drive vehicles fueled by contraband gasoline from Venezuela. Venezuela’s streets, it sells for 30 times that, and even more Gonzalez, 70, president of the local fishing association, in a choice for a failed marriage and less common in Driven by a deepening economic crisis, smuggling across abroad. Smuggling reduces the goods available to beachside bar. comparison to neighbouring Arab countries, yet Venezuela’s land and maritime borders - as well as illicit domes- Venezuelans, thus worsening shortages. Frustration over On top of products smuggled abroad, price-controlled the course’s backers hope their guidance will tic trading - has accelerated to unprecedented levels and is shortages and the broader economic chaos led to a sweeping goods are also bought up and hawked internally for many minimize it. “We want to change the conception transforming society. opposition victory in legislative elections last month and times their official price. It is so common that a new word has of the male, where some may think a woman is Although smuggling has a centuries-old history here, the even some socialists are clamoring for policy changes. entered Venezuela’s lexicon: “bachaquero,” named after a leaf- only a machine for breeding,” said Jojo. “The socialist government’s generous subsidies and a currency col- “I don’t mean the state has to renounce transferring subsi- carrying ant. “Bachaqueros” line up time and again to buy woman is a human being due appreciation and lapse have given it a dramatic new impetus. As the formal dies to the poor, but the way it’s done promotes and creates subsidized goods for resale, mainly to the middle classes. “We respect.” economy tanks and businesses go under, more and more peo- the conditions for smuggling,” Temir Porras, former aide to have contacts inside the supermarket and colleagues work- ple have turned to myriad illicit schemes to trade food, medi- Maduro and his predecessor Hugo Chavez, told Reuters. Vast ing at other locations who tell us what is arriving, when and While shy and reticent to speak about their cine and gasoline. Criminal gangs, the poor, professionals and differences between Venezuela’s multiple exchange rates also where,” said a 24-year-old “bachaquera” outside a supermar- attendance, some participants were impressed government officials are all cashing in. The most eye-catching fuel smuggling. There are three official rates: the strongest is ket in the poor Caracas district of La Yaguara. “No one wants by the classes. “I was shocked to see that only a subsidy is for gasoline: filling a car costs just a few US cents. A 6.3 bolivars per dollar but on the black market the dollar sells to line up for eight hours,” she said. small number of people were here,” said Hassan 40,000-liter tank truck can be filled for $10 at the black market for around 900 bolivars. So profitable is “bachaqueo” that many Venezuelans have Meqbel, 25. “Many young people are completely rate and sold in Colombia for around $20,000 - a profit of nearly Dozens of smugglers said that officials are often them- given up formal jobs to do it full time. The number of informal ignorant about marriage, all they know is that 200,000 percent. selves on the take or turn a blind eye. At smuggling points, workers is set to rise a third to 40 percent of the workforce they want to get married and then they go on For many facing recession and triple-digit inflation, it is a soldiers and policemen routinely fail to intervene as traffick- this year, local think-tank Ecoanalitica says. “(Smuggling) is with their heritage of tradition,” he said, suggest- matter of survival. “We’re obliged to engage in contraband,” ers pass by. “We pay the National Guard a few thousand boli- very much a double-edged sword: subverting the formal ing changes were necessary. —Reuters said Alejandra, 41, who once raised chickens but now smug- vars to get across, depending on what we have in the truck,” economy and nurturing corruption yet also an important gles fuel across fields into Colombia to help feed her six chil- said one smuggler in the downtrodden western border town coping strategy that helps people survive difficult times,” said dren. She earns far more in a day than the roughly $10, at the of Paraguachon, who moves food into Colombia in his pick- Peter Andreas, whose 2013 book “Smuggler Nation” charts black market rate, she used to in two weeks. “Soldiers, teachers, up. The government acknowledges some rotten apples in its the importance of contraband in US history. engineers, doctors, dentists - all types of professional come ranks, but blames the chaos on an “economic war” by busi- Exchange rate spreads have also created some white-col- All articles appearing on these here to sell gasoline because salaries aren’t worth anything,” ness groups and the opposition. Neither the National Guard lar schemes. Bond traders, for instance, boasted huge profits added Alejandra, in the fields of Guanarito, meters from the nor government responded to requests for comment. a decade ago when some were able to obtain hard currency pages are the personal opinion of border. at preferential rates. Hundreds of years before today’s “bacha- the writers. Kuwait Times takes no In interviews with scores of smugglers and visits to more ‘Bachaqueo’ queros” and bond traders, smuggling flourished in this former responsibility for views expressed than a dozen sites - from the western village of Boca del Grita A year ago, smugglers would openly walk into Colombia Spanish colony. In the 18th century, Spain’s Royal Guipuzcoan therein. Kuwait Times invites read- to the eastern port of Guiria and the borders with Brazil and carrying pasta, flour and vegetable oil, or drive across to have Company was the sole legal buyer of Venezuelan goods from Guyana - Reuters saw evidence of widespread unchecked fuel siphoned out of their vehicles. Since the crackdown, they coffee to coconuts. However, enterprising locals, using the ers to voice their opinions. Please smuggling. President Nicolas Maduro’s government says the work surreptitiously, wading across rivers, using hidden tracks same routes as today’s illicit traders, would smuggle them out send submissions via email to: opin- illicit trade is worth more than $2 billion a year and is bleeding or paying discreet kickbacks along the 2,300-km border. “It’s for higher prices than the Spanish paid. [email protected] or via snail Venezuela dry with 30 percent of imported food, 40 percent of impossible to block the border. These are two countries Today’s enterprising locals also see bypassing the state as all goods and 100,000 barrels of oil per day smuggled out. which need each other, like husband and wife,” said shop- the best way to stay afloat. At Las Piedras village on the mail to PO Box 1301 Safat, Kuwait. keeper Luis Olarte, 38, in the Colombian town of Puerto northwestern Falcon peninsula, a 25-year-old fisherman The editor reserves the right to edit Crabs, Birds, Erotica Santander, across a river from Boca del Grita. He buys all his recently prepared to smuggle fish, mayonnaise and butter to any submission as necessary. Blaming smugglers for worsening scarcity, Maduro last goods - from toothpaste to eggs - from smugglers. the island of Aruba. “This is the best work you can get in year closed crossings into Colombia and around 2,000 sus- Hundreds of miles to the east, in the Guyanese jungle Venezuela!” —Reuters THURSDAY, JANUARY 21, 2016 SPORTS

Conor O’Shea to step Ferrari sporting director Messi and Suarez to miss down at Harlequins Rivola moves to academy Barca Cup game at Bilbao LONDON: Conor O’Shea will step down as director of rugby at Harlequins at LONDON: Ferrari sporting director Massimo Rivola is stepping MADRID: Barcelona forwards Lionel Messi and Luis the end of the current English Premiership season, he announced yesterday. down to take on a new role at the helm of the team’s young The former Ireland full-back, 45, has been at Harlequins since 2010 and guid- Suarez have been left out of the squad for the driver academy, media reported yesterday. The Gazzetta dello King’s Cup quarter-final, first leg match at Athletic ed the London club to glory in the English Premiership for the first time in Sport said he would take over from Luca Baldisserri, who has Bilbao yesterday. Messi had to come off at half- their history in 2012. They have also lifted the European left Maranello to manage the career of former academy driver time in Sunday’s 6-0 demolition of the Basque Challenge Cup and the Anglo-Welsh Cup during his Lance Stroll. Canadian teenager Stroll, whose billionaire father time at the helm. “I will have been very fortunate to club in La Liga and while tests on Monday ruled Lawrence made a fortune with fashion brands Michael Kors have had the opportunity to contribute to this and Tommy Hilfiger, joined the Williams driver development out a hamstring strain the Argentina captain special club for over six years come May,” O’Shea program last November. There was no official confirmation has been rested as a precaution. Suarez was told the club’s official website. “I have enjoyed given a two-match ban for allegedly provok- working with everybody at Harlequins, from the from Ferrari but a letter from Rivola, who joined Ferrari in 2009 after working as team manager for Minardi and their succes- ing a fracas in the tunnel following the first players to the staff to the supporters. Having said leg of Barca’s last 16 tie against Espanyol that, the end of this season is the right time for sors Toro Rosso, was circulating on social media. “After 18 years this month. The Uruguay striker served me to move on.” Quins are currently third in of F1, of which 12 have been on the pitwall, it’s time to make a the Premiership table and have already pitstop,” he wrote to his team mates explaining the switch. one half of the ban in last week’s return reached the quarter-finals of the Ferrari, the sport’s oldest and most successful team, finished game, when Barca progressed 6-1 on aggre- Challenge Cup, ahead of Friday’s sixth runners-up to champions Mercedes last season with four times gate, and the club were waiting to hear if Spain’s and final pool game away to world champion Sebastian Vettel winning three races. The new Disciplinary Committee for Sports (TAD) would grant Montpellier. —AFP season starts on March 20 in Australia. —Reuters their appeal. —Reuters No 8 SMU still undefeated

DALLAS: Nic Moore scored 23 points and Anthony Gill had two big baskets late as No had some part in five consecutive SMU bas- 13 Virginia squandered most of a 13-point kets down the stretch as the eighth-ranked lead and then held on to beat Clemson 69- Mustangs remained Division I’s only unde- 62 on Tuesday night. The Cavaliers (14-4, 3-3 feated team with a 77-73 victory over feisty Atlantic Coast Conference) led 52-39 after a Houston on Tuesday night. Markus Kennedy 17-4 run with 9 minutes left, then saw the had 16 points and 10 rebounds, and his two Tigers close within 55-53 with about 3 1/2 free throws with 5:35 left broke the game’s minutes remaining. But Gill scored on a put- 12th and final tie to put the Mustangs (18-0, back after a miss by Brogdon, then took a 7-0 AAC) ahead to stay. Kennedy’s tip-in a feed from Brogdon moments later for a fast- minute earlier tied the game and was part break dunk that built the margin back up to of an 8-0 spurt. 59-53. The Tigers (12-7, 5-2), seeking their Moore, the senior point guard, then had sixth consecutive victory and third straight consecutive baskets before missing two in a over a ranked team, got back within 62-59 row - one tipped in by Sterling Brown and on a 3-pointer by Jordan Roper and three the other followed by Ben Moore to make it free throws by Jaron Blossomgame with 67-64. Damyean Dotson was on the 3-point 1:36 to play, but Brogdon made two free line for a long jumper that got the Cougars throws with 30.7 seconds for the Cavaliers. (13-5, 3-3) within a point before Nic Moore’s Gill finished with 12 points despite foul pass to Brown for a 3-pointer. Dotson had trouble for Virginia while Devon Hall had 11 16 points to lead the Cougars, who lost their and Isaiah Wilkins 10. Blossomgame made third straight game after a 13-2 start. four 3-pointers and scored 23 for the Tigers Danrad Knowles had 14 points and Galen and Landry Nnoko added 15. The game was Robinson Jr had 11. Sterling Brown had 15 tied at 35 until Brogdon scored on a driving points for SMU, and Ben Moore had 10. At bank shot with 16 minutes to play. The shot 7-0 in the American, the Mustangs have sparked a 17-4 run that gave Virginia a 52- their best conference start since finishing 39 lead and twice brought the crowd at 12-0 in the Southwest Conference in 1955- John Paul Jones Arena to its feet. The 56 on way to their only NCAA Final Four Cavaliers had lost three of their last four. appearance. That was part of their school- Devon Hall scored five points in the burst record 20 consecutive wins that season. and Brogdon, Mike Tobey and Wilkins each Coach Larry Brown’s team is ineligible for had four, with the crowd especially appreci- the postseason this year because of NCAA ating a one-handed dunk by Tobey off a infractions. And the Mustangs are playing slick feed from Wilkins that pushed the lead short-handed, with only seven scholarship to 50-39. Virginia outscored Clemson 13-8 players available after junior point guard over the last 7 minutes of the first half and Keith Frazier left the team. Houston led for led 31-28. more than 15 1/2 minutes of the first half, and was up by eight after Robinson’s layup No 10 Texas A&M win with 3:02 left. But the Cougars didn’t score Jalen Jones scored 20 points and fresh- again before halftime. Nic Moore tied the man Tyler Davis tied a season-high with 18 game at 34-all with a step-back jumper after to lead the No 10 Texas A&M to a 71-57 vic- dribbling out much of the final 30 seconds tory over LSU on Tuesday night, extending of the half. That was set up by Kennedy’s their winning streak to nine games. The win rebound that ended a possession when the improves the Aggies (16-2) to 6-0 in Cougars missed two 3s and the front end of Southeastern Conference play, which is their a bonus. Moore’s jumper with 2:48 left had best start to league play since they won their started the half-ending run. There was also first seven in 1993-94 when they were in the Brown’s inbound bounce pass with 4 sec- Southwest Conference. The lead changed onds on the shot clock to Shake Milton for a several times throughout the first half and layup. the early part of the second half and it was tied at 44-44 with about 15 minutes left. No 7 Maryland edges Northwestern The Aggies took over, using a 16-3 run to Melo Trimble scored 18 points, Diamond make it 60-47 with about 9 minutes remain- Stone made a pivotal three-point play with ing. Alex Caruso scored four points in that 1:13 left in overtime and No 7 Maryland span and he was under heavy pressure from squeezed past Northwestern 62-56 on Ben Simmons when he passed to Jones, Tuesday night. The Terrapins (17-2, 6-1 Big who finished with a two-handed dunk to Ten) shot 44 percent and were outrebound- highlight the run. Tim Quarterman had 12 ed 41-31 by the scrappy, hustling Wildcats points for LSU (11-7, 4-2). Simmons, LSU’s (15-5, 3-4). But Trimble came up big in over- freshman star, entered the game averaging time, opening the scoring with a three- 20 points but was held to 10 points with 11 point play and getting assists on two bas- rebounds and Craig Victor added 10 points kets, including the layup by Stone that put while dealing with foul trouble most of the Maryland ahead 58-55. Stone finished with game. The Aggies haven’t lost since Dec 5, 11 points and Robert Carter Jr added 10. and their winning streak is their longest Despite struggling mightily in this one - giv- since the team won 13 straight from Nov 26, ing up 16 offensive rebounds and collecting 2010 to Jan 15, 2011. only four - the Terrapins swept the season LSU had three turnovers and went more series after beating the Wildcats 72-59 on than 5 minutes between field goals as A&M Jan 2. built the lead. Simmons made a layup with Aaron Falzon scored 13 points for the about 13 minutes left and the next basket Wildcats before fouling out with 3:36 left in for LSU didn’t come until Quarterman’s overtime. Bryant McIntosh had 12 points on layup with less than 8 minutes left made it 5-for-18 shooting. Thanks to its domination 60-50. But the Tigers couldn’t build on that on the offensive glass, Northwestern took and A&M used a 6-2 spurt after that to push 17 more shots than Maryland and made the lead to 66-52 with 4 1/2 minutes two more baskets (23-21). But the Terrapins remaining. LSU led by two points after a 3- outscored the Wildcats 16-5 at the free pointer by Antonio Blakeney with about 6 throw line. Northwestern opened the sec- minutes left in the first half before A&M ond half by missing six of seven shots from scored the next eight points to take a 38-32 the field to fall behind 39-31. Maryland then lead. Simmons added two free throws a few went 4 minutes without a point, and a run- seconds later and neither team scored for ner in the lane by McIntosh made it 39 38. the rest of the half to leave the Aggies up Minutes later, Tre Demps capped the 12-2 38-34. run with a jumper for a 45-43 lead with 7:41 remaining. The Terrapins went ahead 48-47 No 16 Providence down No 18 Butler on a 3-pointer by Jake Layman with 4:43 left Ben Bentil scored 13 of his 20 points in - the final basket by either team until over- the second half, and 16th-ranked Providence time. Regulation ended with Trimble firing a rallied late to outlast No 18 Butler 71-68 on shot that, appropriately, clanged off the rim. Tuesday night. Rodney Bullock added 16 Maryland trailed for the majority of the first points for the Friars (16-3, 4-2 Big East), who half before using a late 10-0 run to take a improved to 3-1 this season against ranked 31-29 halftime lead. Northwestern con- opponents. It was Providence’s second victo- trolled the boards in the opening minutes ry over Butler this season. The Friars fought and got eight points from Dererk Pardon in through some early foul trouble and poor going up 16-9. The Terrapins answered with shooting to overcome a four-point deficit in an 8-2 run, but successive 3s by Scottie the closing minutes. On Butler’s final posses- PROVIDENCE: Drew Edwards #25 of the Providence Friars and teammate Jalen Lindsey #21 press Kelan Martin #30 of the Butler Bulldogs Lindsey and Falzon restored the seven-point sion, Kelan Martin missed a 3-pointer, the in the second half on January 19, 2016, at the Dunkin’ Donuts Center in Providence, Rhode Island. — AFP cushion. It was 27-21 before Maryland cen- Bulldogs got the rebound and Kellen ter Damonte Dodd scored on a follow and Dunham fired up a desperation 3 at the throws to tie the game for the 12th time at session, and Kris Dunn banked in a 3-point- dled with first-half foul trouble, Bentil had a Jared Nickens added a three-point play. buzzer that missed everything. Dunham led 66 with 2:44 to play. er that made it 71-66 with 1:04 left. The tough time early converting on the looks he Trimble followed with a 3 to give Maryland Butler (13-5, 2-4) with 21 points, including Following a Butler miss, the Friars took Bulldogs held the Big East’s two leading got as Butler sent extra defenders at him. It its first lead. six 3-pointers, while Roosevelt Jones added the lead for good after a scramble for the scorers - Bentil and Dunn - to 12 points in led to some stagnant possessions at times 16. The Bulldogs have lost four straight ball ended up in the hands of Bentil, who the first half. Dunn finished with nine. They for the Friars, who were forced into some Brogdon’s 20 lift No 13 Virginia games to ranked foes. Providence’s Drew slammed in a two-handed dunk. An errant entered the night averaging 19 and 17 hurried shots. Neither team managed to get Malcolm Brogdon scored 20 points and Edwards connected on one of two free pass led to a turnover on Butler’s next pos- points, respectively. While Dunn was sad- much separation in the first half.— Agencies THURSDAY, JANUARY 21, 2016 SPORTS

SCOREBOARD

CANBERRA: Scoreboard from the fourth one-day inter- national between Australia and India at Manuka Oval yesterday:

Australia D. Warner b I. Sharma 93 A. Finch c I. Sharma b Yadav 107 M. Marsh c Kohli b Yadav 33 S. Smith c Singh b I. Sharma 51 G. Maxwell c sub (Pandey) b I. Sharma 41 G. Bailey c R. Sharma b I. Sharma 10 J. Faulkner b Yadav 0 M. Wade run out 0 J. Hastings not out 0 Extras (lb7 w6) 13 Total (8 wickets, 50 overs) 348 Fall of wickets: 1-187 (Warner), 2-221 (Finch), 3-288 (Marsh), 4-298 (Smith), 5-319 (Bailey), 6-319 (Faulkner), 7-321 (Wade), 8-348 (Maxwell) Did not bat: K. Richardson, N. Lyon Bowling: Yadav 10-1-67-3 (2w), Kumar 8-0-69-0, I. Sharma 10-0-77-4 (2w), Singh 3-0-24-0, R. Dhawan 9-0-53-0 (1w), Jadeja 10-0-51-0 (1w)

India R. Sharma c Wade b Richardson 41 S. Dhawan c Bailey b Hastings 126 V. Kohli c Smith b Richardson 106 M.S. Dhoni c Wade b Hastings 0 G. Singh c sub (S. Marsh) b Lyon 5 R. Jadeja not out 24 A. Rahane c Smith b Richardson 2 R. Dhawan c Warner b Richardson 9 B. Kumar c Smith b Richardson 2 U. Yadav c Bailey b Marsh 2 I. Sharma c Wade b Marsh 0 Extras (w5 nb1) 6 Total (10 wickets, 49.2 overs) 323 Fall of wickets: 1-65 (R. Sharma), 2-277 (S. Dhawan), 3-277 (Dhoni), 4-278 (Kohli), 5-286 (Singh), 6-294 (Rahane), 7-308 (R. Dhawan), 8- 311 (Kumar), 9-315 (Yadav), 10-323 (I. Sharma) Bowling: Lyon 10-0-76-1, Richardson 10-1-68-5, Hastings 10-0-50-2 (1w 1nb), Faulkner 7-0-48-0 (1w), Marsh 9.2-0-55-2 (2w), Maxwell 1- 0-10-0 (1w), Smith 2-0-16-0. CANBERRA: Indian batsman Rohit Sharma dives into his crease as the ball bounces in front of him during their One Day International cricket match against Australia in Result: Australia won by 25 runs. Canberra, Australia yesterday. — AP India collapse to hand Australia victory

CANBERRA: A spectacular Indian batting col- trouble on a lifeless pitch and none of the (2) and Rishi Dhawan (9) in quick succession. to capitalize on the good start to the run shotmaking. Warner brought up his 50 from lapse gave Australia a 25-run victory in the Australian bowlers were spared. The tailenders put up little resistance and chase. “That’s what my job in the team is, to 46 balls with eight fours and one six. Finch was one-day international in Canberra yesterday, But once Dhawan fell cutting John Hastings Australia took the last nine wickets for just 46 finish off the games from that type of position, more sedate than his partner, taking 61 balls their fourth successive victory in the five- to George Bailey at point, the Indian wickets runs to wrap up an unlikely victory. but unfortunately I got out,” he said. “There for his half century, but began to pick up the match series. After winning the toss and began falling regularly and the Australians “It’s a funny game isn’t it?” said a delighted was a bit of pressure on the youngsters but I pace soon afterwards. His innings was espe- choosing to bat, Australian openers Aaron began to assert control. Skipper Mahendra Smith. “It looked like they were cruising for a think certainly we should have done much cially damaging to umpire Richard Finch and David Warner both posted big Singh Dhoni fell for a duck before Kohli hit a while there, but a couple of wickets always better. “The way we started was what we Kettleborough, who was hit on the shin by a scores to take the home side to a massive 348 catch to Australian captain Steve Smith at mid- changes the swing of things. “We had a never needed and the partnership between Shikhar powerful on-drive and had to be replaced in for eight. The Indians looked well on target off, his only false shot in a magnificent 92-ball say die attitude tonight, which is something I and Virat was magnificent.” the middle by Paul Wilson. After breaking the when Shikhar Dhawan (126) and Virat Kohli innings. With four wickets down and in-form want to instil in these guys. “We worked Earlier Finch made 107 and Warner 93 in a opening stand India took regular wickets to (106) put on 212 for the second wicket to batsman Ajinkya Rahane hampered by split incredibly hard to get back into that game and huge opening stand of 187. Smith then slow the scoring down until Maxwell let rip in reach 277 for one, smashing the attack all over webbing on his hand, the Indians began to when we got a sniff we ran with it.” Dhoni said smashed 51 off only 29 balls and Glenn the last two overs to post a target that eventu- Manuka Oval. Neither batsman was in any panic as they lost Gurkeerat Singh (5), Rahane he took responsibility for the loss after failing Maxwell 41 from 20 in a display of powerful ally proved too much.— AFP China stars tackle Japan, Australia on road to Rio SYDNEY: Double Olympic gold medalists tough competition and everyone is racing Sun Yang and Ye Shiwen will headline a 24- not just for themselves but for the team,” strong Chinese team against Australia and said Cate Campbell. an emerging Japan at the 2016 Perth “It’s quite a small Australian team with a Aquatic Super Series in February. The 2012 few new faces on it which will be really London victors and Australia’s reigning exciting; blooding some new athletes will world champions Emily Seebohm, Bronte be great especially in the lead up to an Campbell and Mitch Larkin will be the main Olympic Games.” Sun-China’s first male drawcards for the first international meet of Olympic gold medalist with the 400m and 2016 on the road to the Rio Olympics, 1500m freestyle-holds the 1500m world organizers said. record and won the 400 and 800m freestyle Japanese stars including two-time double at the World Championships in Olympic medalist Takuro Fujii and women’s Kazan last year. He will race young World championship breaststroke medalist Australian Mack Horton in both the 400m Rio Kaneto will also compete in Perth on and 1500m freestyle. Ye, who won double February 5 and 6. The Australian Dolphins gold in the 200m and 400m individual med- will include 2013 World Champion Cate ley in London at the age of just 16, will face Campbell and fellow 2015 Kazan medalists Australians Keryn McMaster and Tessa Cameron McEvoy, Madi Wilson, Jess Wallace. Japan has also named a 24-mem- Ashwood and Mack Horton. “It’s a great way ber team led by two-time Olympic relay to start the year, we are going to have some medallist from 2008 and 2012, Fujii.— AFP Dominant England aiming to complete 3-0 triumph

PRETORIA: England, with a series win shocked South Africa are set to hand a already secured, can complete South debut to 33-year-old opener Stephen Cook Africa’s ignominious fall from the top of the as they attempt to solve one of several rankings when the final test of the four- problems in a side that last won a test more match series starts at Centurion Park in than a year ago. Pretoria tomorrow. Dominant England New captain AB de Villiers had promised went 2-0 up after Stuart Broad’s venemous an aggressive and “in your face” approach spell set the platform for an emphatic win for his first game in charge after replacing in the third test in Johannesburg. In con- Hashim Amla but watched his team meekly KHULNA: Bangladesh cricketer Mosaddek Hossain (left) is bowled as the Zimbabwe wicketkeeper Richmond Mutumbami looks on during the trast their hosts, about to lose top place in fold as they were skittled out for a paltry 83 third T20 cricket match between Bangladesh and Zimbabwe at the Sheikh Abu Naser Stadium in Khulna yesterday. —AFP the International Cricket Council rankings runs in their second innings in to India, are in a state of disarray, having Johannesburg to be beaten inside three switched captains mid-series and extended days. The obvious lack of confidence is a winless streak to nine tests. exacerbated by uncertainty over De Villiers’ Zimbabwe upset Bangladesh The absence of injured key fast bowler own future in the test arena as he seeks to Dale Steyn has not helped and he will lessen his workload to continue playing all KHULNA: Malcolm Waller and Vusi Sibanda respite for the home side. But Waller, who hit Imrul Kayes has also been brought into the again not play in the fourth test, having formats of the international game. South set up a big total as Zimbabwe crushed two fours and four sixes, and Sean Williams squad, while several others were rested and only contributed for just a single innings at Africa can only point to past statistics for a Bangladesh by 31 runs in the third Twenty20 (32) added 74 for the fourth wicket to ensure batsman Mushfiqur Rahim and paceman the start of the series in Durban last month. glimmer of sunshine. Centurion Park has international in Khulna yesterday to stay alive Zimbabwe did not stall. Apart from Shahid, a Mustafizur Rahman are nursing injuries. The The likes of Broad, Joe Root and Ben Stokes been their most successful home venue in the four-match series. Opener Sibanda string of other Bangladesh players made their fourth and final match of the series will be on have all displayed match-winning brilliance since it hosted its first test 20 years ago. for England in this series. “The future of this South Africa have won 15 times, drawn struck 44 off 33 balls and Waller hammered 49 T20 debut including Mosaddek, all-rounder January 22 at the same ground.—AFP team could turn into something special,” three and lost only to England in 2000 and off 23 as Zimbabwe posted 187-6 before Muktar Ali and paceman Abu Hider. Batsman said coach Trevor Bayliss in the wake of the Australia in 2014 in 20 previous tests at the restricting Bangladesh to 156-6 in a packed seven-wicket win at the Wanderers. A shell- ground.—Reuters Sheikh Abu Nasir Stadium. Sabbir Rahman made 50 off 32 balls for the home side, who SCOREBOARD won the first two matches by four wickets and 42 runs respectively, but found Zimbabwe’s KHULNA, Bangladesh: Scoreboard of the third Twenty20 international between Bangladesh total too much of an ask. and Zimbabwe at the Sheikh Abu Naser Stadium in Khulna yesterday: Sabbir put on 67 runs with Soumya Sarkar Zimbabwe Bangladesh (25) for the second wicket to give Bangladesh H. Masakadza c Mosaddek b Shahid 20 Imrul Kayes b Chisoro 1 a positive start before Zimbabwe took control V. Sibanda c Sabbir b Shakib 44 Soumya Sarkar c Masakadza b Cremer 25 of the game through their spinners. Leg-spin- R. Mutumbami c Sabbir b Shakib 20 Sabbir Rahman c Muzarabani b Raza 50 S. Williams lbw b Hider 32 Mosaddek Hossain b Raza 15 ner Graeme Cremer claimed 3-18 while Shakib Al Hasan c Waller b Cremer 3 Sikandar Raza chipped in with 2-7. After los- M. Waller c Soumya b Shakib 49 S. Raza c Sabbir b Hider 7 Mahmudullah c Mutumbami b Cremer 6 ing the first two matches, Zimbabwe’s Muktar Ali not out 19 P. Moor not out 10 Nurul Hasan not out 30 Sibanda came out firing with stand-in skipper G. Cremer not out 0 Extras (b1, lb 2 w3, nb1) 7 Hamilton Masakadza, putting on 45 in the Extras (lb2, w3) 5 opening stand in just four overs. Mohammad Total (for six wickets; 20 overs) 156 Total (for six wickets; 20 overs) 187 Fall of wickets: 1-2 (Imrul), 2-69 (Soumya), 3-92 (Sabbir), 4-100 Shahid, playing his debut T20 for Bangladesh, Fall of wickets: 1-45 (Masakadza), 2-80 (Mutumbami), 4- (Mosaddek), 5-102 (Shakib , 6-107 (Mahmudullah) broke the stand, with Mosaddek Hossain tak- 89 (Sibanda), 4-163 Did not bat: Mashrafe Mortaza, Mohammad Shahid, Abu ing a catch at point to dismiss Masakadza for (Waller), 5-177 (Williams ), 6-186 ( Raza) Hider 20. Did not bat: B. Vitori, T. Chisoro, T. Muzarabani Bowling: Chisoro 4-0-15-1, Vitori 4-0-45-0 (w1), Shakib Al Hasan, who claimed 3-32, Bowling: Hider 4-0-40-2, Shahid 3-0-32-1, Muktar 2-0-17- Muzarabani 3-0-41-0 (w1), removed Richard Mutumbami (20) and 0, Mortaza 4-0-37-0, Shakib 4-0-32-3, Mosaddek 2-0-10- Williams 3-0-27-0 (nb1), Cremer 4-0-18-3, Raza 2-0-7-2. Result: Zimbabwe won by 31 runs. England bowler Stuart Broad Sibanda in successive overs to bring some 0, Mahmudullah 1-0-17-0 (w3) THURSDAY, JANUARY 21, 2016 SPORTS

MELBOURNE: Damir Dzumhur of Bosnia and Herzegovina hits a backhand return to David Goffin of Belgium during their second round match at the Australian Open tennis championships in Melbourne yesterday.— AP ‘Heavy’ match-fixing in tennis lower tiers

MELBOURNE: Match-fixing is commonplace tennis, where players are highly paid and less that evidence was suppressed and defended matches, a practice that is especially popular structure and process” for the Tennis Integrity in tennis’s lower levels and efforts to fight it susceptible to bribery. “However in the sec- the workings of the Tennis Integrity Unit, in eastern Europe and Russia. It creates a pow- Unit, saying it needs to be more open and are inadequate, a senior anti-corruption offi- ond and lower levels, manipulation indicators which was set up in 2008 and has landed 18 erful incentive to fix matches-something relies too much on betting analysis, rather cial said after cheating claims rocked the sport are heavy and regularly occurring,” the former convictions, including six life bans. The BBC which is particularly easy to do in tennis, than field investigations. “Integrity is by defini- during the Australian Open. After an explosive FIFA security chief said via email. “We are not and BuzzFeed report’s claims are backed up by which has many poorly paid players and tion open and transparent. The TIU is neither... report claimed match-fixing was repeatedly the only sport integrity organization to anecdotal evidence including from Serbian where it only takes one bribe to secure the by operating in the shadows they fail to prac- going unpunished, Chris Eaton of the observe this.” Eaton’s comments follow the world number one Novak Djokovic, who said desired outcome. Eaton said tennis was the tice what they preach,” he said, calling for a International Centre for Sport Security (ICSS) BBC and BuzzFeed report that said 16 players he was once offered $200,000 to fix a match in third most popular sport, behind football and “new independent and integrated integrity criticized tennis’s “opaque and secretive” anti- who had reached the top 50 over the past Russia. Retired American player Andy Roddick cricket, for betting worldwide “and as a direct model. “If not, then tennis will continue to be corruption body. The controversy is just the decade had repeatedly been suspected of fix- said a fellow former professional had told him consequence it is third in the magnitude of targeted at its most vulnerable levels, and as latest to hit the tainted sports world after ing matches, but never punished. Three he could probably name “at least 8-9” of the 16 identified suspicious matches”. “Tennis is not intimidated or compromised players and oth- claims of a doping cover-up shook athletics matches at Wimbledon had fallen under suspi- suspected of repeatedly fixing matches. as lucrative for fixing as football or cricket. But ers advance they bring that vulnerability with and multiple scandals engulfed football’s gov- cion and at least eight of the “core group” of it takes less corruptive effort to fix individual them.” His comments chime with top players erning body, FIFA. players on the fixing radar were at the ‘Operating in the shadows’ outcomes in a tennis match, so the frequency Roger Federer and Andy Murray, who both Eaton, directory of integrity at the ICSS, said Australian Open Grand Slam tournament, Eaton said hundreds of thousands of dol- of winning on a single match can be vastly said they were glad to see the issue of match- professional betting analysis showed “nil which began on Monday, it said. lars can be made by gamblers using accumu- higher than in cricket and football,” he said. fixing brought to light and would like to see manipulation” of matches at the top levels of Tennis authorities rejected any suggestion lators to bet on the outcomes of multiple Eaton also hit out at the “poor choice of more details.— AFP Rise of mobile fueling sports betting boom Corruption concerns mount

SYDNEY: The rise of mobile betting is possible for the government to regulate transforming global sports wagering faster these sites that are based in all these tiny than regulators can react, flooding the remote jurisdictions,” she said. “So it’s diffi- industry with cash and potentially con- cult to get a really accurate size of how tributing to corruption scandals like the much people are betting because a lot of it one roiling world tennis, experts and insid- is actually illegal.” ers say. Allegations this week that tennis Patrick Jay, a betting consultant and for- authorities failed to deal with widespread mer head of trading at Betfair, estimates match-fixing has rocked the game, follow- the global sports betting market is likely ing similar allegations that have blighted worth about $1 trillion a year, having dou- cricket, football and other sports. The ubiq- bled in size in the last five years. He uity of mobile phones and tablets has expects it to double again in the next five. helped transformed bookmakers from The Australian government, citing a 2015 operators of dingy, smoke-filled betting United Nations conference at which Jay shops into multi-billion dollar de facto was a speaker, put that figure as high as $3 tech firms, pouring resources into develop- trillion, of which 90 percent was “illegal” or ing apps and complex algorithms and mar- in contravention of laws regulating gam- keting to younger and broader demo- bling in which the bet was placed. That graphics. range of figures, which includes betting on “We’re no longer restricted by geogra- sports from soccer, cricket and tennis to phy or the limited choices of one betting much less widely followed sports like company. And we have wall-to-wall sport snooker, darts and table tennis but every day of the week from across the excludes racing, illustrates the difficulty in globe beamed into our lounge rooms, on accurately valuing the overall market. our smartphones,” said Scott Ferguson, a “It has grown because of mobile tech- wagering industry consultant. nology. It allows people to place bets any- NEW DELHI: India’s No 1 junior golfer and junior world golf championship winner Shubham Jaglan, 11, practices at the Delhi Golf Club in New “Technology is everything.” The greatest where, anytime,” Jay told Reuters. “People Delhi. — AFP danger for mobile gambling to intersect are also dealing in credit, and therefore with corruption lies in the ease of fixing a accounts are being run all over the world. one-on-one sport like tennis, darts or It has created a perfect combination.” Indian village boy, 11, seeks snooker, according to experts and profes- Leading bookmakers including Betfair sional gamblers. Mobile apps that allow in- Group PLC, Ladbrokes PLC, Paddy Power game betting on individual points or PLC and William Hill PLC did not respond games allow athletes to stealthily manipu- to requests for comment. There have not glory on world golf stage late the results and may strike some of been any allegations of wrongdoing by the them as less unethical as throwing an bookmakers in the World Tennis scandal. entire match, said Sally Gainsbury, a senior Worried about the boom in sports betting NEW DELHI: In 11-year-old Shubham Jaglan’s For the family of three used to rural village life, Ballesteros, knows he faces huge challenges to lecturer at Southern Cross University who and incidents of match fixing, countries poor Indian village surrounded by sugar cane it was a huge decision to make. But the move has compete on the world stage, but says he dreams has written a book on the subject. like Australia and across the European fields, few had ever heard of golf until recently let been eased by the Golf Foundation, a local sports of one day winning the US Masters. Only three Union are in the process of reviewing laws alone know someone playing the sport interna- charity run by former golfer Amit Luthra which Indians have ever qualified for the major champi- ‘A perfect combination’ that experts like Gainsbury say are “hope- tionally. But Jaglan has stunned his family and vil- helped find them cheap accommodation near onship which takes place in April at Augusta: Most major bookmakers operate from lessly outdated”. In Australia, for example, lage since picking up a club at the age of just five, the Delhi Golf Club. The prestigious club has giv- Anirban Lahiri, the current Asian Tour Order of small offshore jurisdictions, making accu- 2001 laws regulating Internet sport betting winning back-to-back junior titles in the US in en Jaglan free membership, while a reputed pub- Merit champion who is ranked in the world’s top rate predictions of industry worth bar anyone from placing a bet on a sport- 2015 and finishing sixth in a junior international lic school has waived his tuition fees. And his trips 50, veteran Jeev Milkha Singh and Arjun Atwal. extremely difficult, said Gainsbury. “There’s ing event online once it has begun, despite event there. to the US to compete at top junior level have also “He is an exceptional talent no doubt,” Qureshi a large grey sort of offshore market ... in allowing live betting over the phone or at “In our village, boys were either into wrestling been funded by the same charity. “Had there said, throwing a glance at Jaglan as he practiced, every country, where it’s actually just not retail bookmakers. —Reuters or boxing. Hardly anybody in my family had heard been proper facilities back in our village, I think I wearing a pale green jumper with his name about golf,” said Jaglan, whose father earned would have stayed there because that’s my native embossed on the collar. “Our job is to keep him 10,000 rupees ($150) a month from farming a place, I could get to be with all my friends,” Jaglan grounded,” said Qureshi, who has taken up coach- small plot of land. Jaglan’s passion for what said wistfully. ing Jaglan. “God willing if everything goes well, AL Attiyah welcomes participants remains a rich man’s sport in India started when a Jaglan, who idolizes Spanish legend Seve who knows, we have a star in the making.”—AFP US-based golfing enthusiast opened a coaching at Qatar International rally 2016 clinic in his hamlet, not far from the capital New Delhi. Although the clinic closed three months Top-ranked Spieth and No 3 KUWAIT: Doha will host the opening round first round of each Middle East champi- later because youngsters were more interested in of Middle East Championship for rallies in onship. “I would like also to take this other, traditional Indian sports, Jaglan was the period between 4-6 Feb, 2016. In this opportunity to express my deep sincere hooked and continued practicing his drives in the McIlroy collide in Abu Dhabi regard, Nasser Al Attiyah President QMMF gratitude for the support and permanent fields. welcomed participants in Qatar guidance of His Highness the Emir of Qatar For chipping and putting, his father set up an ABU DHABI: The latest stop for Jordan Spieth on McIlroy last played competitively, in winning the International rally 2016 - the opening Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al-Thani and His improvised three-hole green in the family garage, his tour of the golfing world is the Middle East World Tour Championship to clinch the round of Middle East Championship for ral- Highness Sheikh Abdullah Bin Khalifa Al- while sand piled on top of the roof served as a and an eagerly anticipated head to head with European Tour’s Race to Dubai, Spieth has com- lies 2016 - wishing them all the best of luck. Thani - without whom this rally and many practice bunker. “We knew the sport was expen- Rory McIlroy at the Abu Dhabi HSBC peted in Australia, the Bahamas and Hawaii. He confirmed full readiness of the technical other achievements would have not been sive, the equipment and all,” said his father Jagpal Championship this week. It seems that two of What has become a virtual global tour for golf’s and administrative teams of QMMF for this scored in Qatar. I would like also to thank Jaglan, who is now his caddie. “It was a big strug- the sport’s biggest names have clashed before new big thing started in October with the important international event, evaluating all FIA representatives, sponsors, promot- gle initially. Everything appeared beyond us. “But the first tee shot has even been struck. For some President’s Cup in South Korea and continues the positive role carried out by QMMF in ers, partners, organizers and friends for our son was so passionate about this sport that pre-tournament publicity, Spieth and McIlroy with his Middle East debut in Abu Dhabi and an order to promote the motor sport in mid- their ongoing contribution to the success we decided to give it our all,” he said. Jaglan’s were among those taking part in a “Rider Cup” appearance at the Singapore Open next week. dle East and North Africa (MENA). of this event, once more welcome every- achievements-his handicap is already down to challenge that included riding motorized golf “It’s a bit tiring,” said the 22-year-old Spieth. In Al Attiyah stated that this rally is distin- one in Qatar,” he added. zero, or “scratch” in golfing parlance-now domi- scooters - so-called GolfBoards - along a fairway fact, he looked as bouncy and excitable as ever guished with many characteristics which It’s worth mentioning that the registra- nate conversation in the quiet village where eld- on a local course in the gulf emirate. yesterday. “Last year, I kind of wanted more of a are rarely found in other rallies. The most tion for Qatar international rally will be ers spend the days sipping chai (tea) and smoking “It was quite competitive,” McIlroy said with a break. This year I kind of wanted to go out and important one of them is that it comes the closed at 6 pm on Friday (21/1/2016). hookah on charpoys (traditional furniture) out- smile. “Actually, Jordan nearly took me out. We take advantage of the year and see places that I QMMF has approved the final agenda of side their homes. collided halfway down the fairway - thankfully I had never seen before, on and off the course.” Middle East championship for rallies 2016 didn’t fall off.” Today, it will be McIlroy trying to While Spieth has been travelling, McIlroy under- which will consist of 7 rounds with minor Masters dream knock the top-ranked Spieth out of his stride. went - and has been recovering from - laser eye amendments in some dates - such as As Jaglan started competing in local junior Fresh off an eight-stroke win in Hawaii on his surgery which he hopes will improve his short Kuwait rally 2 weeks later than 2015 sched- tournaments, his talent began to dominate talk 2016 debut that backed up his sensational 2015, game and putting. He emerged from a two- ule, as it will be organized in the last week among Delhi’s golfing elite. An intrigued Nonita Spieth will make his first appearance in a regular month winter break with week of practice in of March 2016. Also Jordan international Lal Qureshi, one of India’s best-known women European Tour event when he joins McIlroy and Dubai last week, and says he is refreshed and rally - 6th round for 2015 season will be golfers, travelled to Israna village in Haryana state Rickie Fowler in a stellar three-ball for the first refocused. organized in the first week of May (the 3rd for a first-hand look at the young player. “I was two rounds at Abu Dhabi Golf Club. After four runners-up finishes in Abu Dhabi, round in the season), while Lebanon and really impressed by what I saw. But I wanted to For No 3-ranked McIlroy, it will be a first start including the last two years, McIlroy wants to Cyprus rallies will be the same as last year test him further, so I invited him for a nine-hole of the year and a chance to see his biggest rival take the extra step this week to give him in September, and the same also for the game in Delhi,” she said. “What I then witnessed up close. “I don’t play the game on (laying down) momentum at the start of a seven-tournament final 2 rounds in this season (Oman and just blew me away. “I told the family they would markers at all,” McIlroy said. “I want to play my stretch before the Masters at Augusta National, Dubai) in the 1st and 3 rd weeks of have to move to Delhi if they wanted their son to best, and I don’t have to just beat Jordan Spieth where he will bid once again to complete the Nasser Al Attiyah, President QMMF November 2016. become a golfing star.” this week. I have to beat another 142 guys.” Since career grand slam of majors.—AP THURSDAY, JANUARY 21, 2016 SPORTS Blackhawks overpower Nashville Predators 4-1

NASHVILLE: Patrick Kane had a goal The teams wore their Winter Classic jer- and an assist, and the Chicago seys in the rematch. Mark Barberio Blackhawks beat the Nashville Predators scored for the Canadiens, who led their 4-1 Tuesday night for their franchise- division with a 19-4-3 record in early record 12th straight win. Chicago tied December, but are in a 4-16-1 funk. the Florida Panthers’ recent streak for Montreal outshot the Bruins 39-24. the longest in the NHL this season. The league record is 17 consecutive wins by LIGHTNING 6, OILERS 4 the 1992-93 Pittsburgh Penguins. Brian Boyle scored a go-ahead, short- Rookie forward Richard Panik had a goal handed goal in the third period and and an assist, Artem Anisimov also Tampa Bay beat Edmonton to extend its scored and Artemi Panarin added two winning streak to a season-high six assists for Chicago. Andrew Desjardins games. The Lightning also got goals scored into an empty net, and Corey from Nikita Nesterov, Nikita Kucherov, Crawford won his ninth straight. Ryan Ondrej Palat, Vladislav Namestnikov and Ellis scored for Nashville, which has lost Alex Killorn. Tampa Bay will host six of seven. Chicago on Thursday night in the Blackhawks’ first game in Tampa since CAPITALS 6, BLUE JACKETS 3 beating the Lightning in last season’s Nicklas Backstrom scored twice, Alex Stanley Cup Final. Zack Kassian, Mark Ovechkin had a goal and an assist and Letestu, Leon Draisaitl and Iiro Braden Holtby earned his league-lead- Pakarinen scored for Edmonton. The ing 30th win to lift NHL-best Oilers said center Ryan Nugent-Hopkins, Washington past last-place Columbus. hurt blocking a shot in Monday’s win at Marcus Johansson added a goal and an Florida, will miss six to eight weeks with assist, and Jason Chimera and Andre a hand injury. Burakovsky also scored for the Capitals, off to the best start in franchise history MAPLE LEAFS 3, FLYERS 2 at 35-8-3. Evgeny Kuznetsov had a Matt Hunwick’s slap shot with 7.5 career-high four assists, and Matt seconds left lifted Toronto over Niskanen chipped in with two. Holtby Philadelphia. Hunwick’s first goal of the made 32 saves. Kerby Rychel had a goal season snapped Toronto’s five-game and an assist, and Boone Jenner and losing streak. Joffrey Lupul and Roman Ryan Murray also scored for Columbus, Polak also scored for the Maple Leafs. DENVER: Kenneth Faried #35 of the Denver Nuggets is stopped by the defense of Steven Adams #12, Serge Ibaka #9 and Andre Roberson #21 of which was attempting to match its Matt Read and Shayne Gostisbehere the Oklahoma City Thunder at Pepsi Center on January 19, 2016. —AFP longest winning streak of the season at scored the Flyers, who lost for just the three games. The Blue Jackets also wel- second time in seven games and failed comed back their No. 1 goalie, Sergei to crack the Eastern Conference playoff Bobrovsky, who missed 17 games with a standings. James Reimer stopped 31 Durant hot streak extended groin injury. shots for Toronto.

KINGS 3, STARS 2 RANGERS 3, CANUCKS 2, OT as Thunder roll past Nuggets Milan Lucic scored the tiebreaking JT Miller scooped up his own goal early in the third period and Anze rebound and scored on a wraparound DENVER: Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook points for the Suns, who lost for the 14th time in defensively on short-handed Miami throughout. Kopitar added two assists to his recent 3:54 into overtime, and New York rallied each had double-doubles and the Oklahoma City 15 games and fifth in a row. Brandon Knight Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 14 points for the scoring tear during Los Angeles’ victory for a victory over Vancouver. Mats Thunder beat the Denver Nuggets 110-104 on added 21 points. The Suns fought back to trail Bucks, who have now beaten Miami five consec- over Dallas. Vincent Lecavalier scored a Zuccarello tied the game in the third Tuesday night. Durant finished with 30 points 95-92 with 3.8 seconds left after an off-balance 3- utive times. Hassan Whiteside scored 23 points power-play goal for the third straight period for the Rangers, who outshot the and 12 rebounds to lead the Thunder, who have pointer by Knight, but the Suns didn’t have and grabbed 18 rebounds for Miami, which has game, and Drew Doughty also scored in Canucks 49-20 - including 19-3 in the won five in a row. Westbrook scored 27 points enough time to complete the comeback. The dropped two straight and trailed by at least 22 in Los Angeles’ ninth win in 12 games third period and overtime. Derek Stepan and added 12 assists but fell five rebounds shy of Pacers led by 20 points in the third quarter with each of those games. Chris Bosh scored 23 and since Christmas. Jonathan Quick made also scored for the Rangers, and Henrik another triple double. He had two straight com- the Suns struggling all night to make shots. Joe Luol Deng added 11 for the Heat. Dwyane Wade 27 saves for the Kings, who opened a Lundqvist made 18 saves. Ryan Miller ing in and five on the season. The Thunder have Young’s 3 made it 71-51 with 3:08 to go, part of played through shoulder pain and had only two 12-point lead atop the Pacific Division was outstanding in defeat for won 20 of 24 and are the only team in the the rookie’s 11 points. points in 21 minutes. Miami was without four despite playing in their third game in Vancouver. He made 46 saves, one fewer Northwest Division with a winning record. They players, including point guards Goran Dragic and four days. Ales Hemsky and Cody Eakin than he had in a win over the New York are 12 games in front of Utah. Danilo Gallinari BUCKS 91, HEAT 79 Beno Udrih for the second straight contest. The scored first-period goals for the Stars, Islanders on Sunday. Andrew Burrows scored 27 points but only seven after halftime for Khris Middleton scored 22 points, Greg offense struggled without them, as Miami shot the Nuggets. Kenneth Faried had 17 points and Monroe added 15 and Milwaukee clamped down only 36.5 percent.—AP who have lost a season-worst four and Sven Baertschi scored for the 15 rebounds for the Nuggets. straight and seven of eight. Kari Canucks, who played without captain Lehtonen stopped 26 shots in the play- Henrik Sedin. He is sidelined with an PELICANS 114, TIMBERWOLVES 99 NBA Results/Standings off contenders’ first meeting of the sea- upper-body injury. Anthony Davis scored 35 points and New son. Orleans overcame an early 17-point hole to beat Milwaukee 91, Miami 79; New Orleans 114, Minnesota 99; Oklahoma City 110, Denver 104; Indiana DEVILS 4, FLAMES 2 Minnesota. Jrue Holiday scored 19 points and 97, Phoenix 94. BRUINS 4, CANADIENS 1 Cory Schneider made nine of his 26 Tyreke Evans added 13 for the Pelicans, who’ve Eastern Conference Western Conference Patrice Bergeron broke a 1-all tie in saves in the third period to lead New won three of four and are four games out of the Atlantic Division Northwest Division the second period and Boston downed Jersey over Calgary. Adam Larsson, Lee eighth and final playoff spot in the Western W L PCT GB Oklahoma City 31 12 .721 - slumping Montreal, leaving the Stempniak, Reid Boucher and Andy Conference with their next six games at home. Toronto 26 15 .634 - Utah 18 23 .439 12 Canadiens winless in five games. Max Greene scored for the Devils, who have Eric Gordon scored 11 points but left the game Boston 22 20 .524 4.5 Portland 19 25 .432 12.5 NY Knicks 21 22 .488 6 Talbot, David Pasternak and Brad won two straight after dropping three in late in the third quarter after apparently jamming Denver 16 26 .381 14.5 Brooklyn 11 31 .262 15.5 Minnesota 13 30 .302 18 Marchand, with an empty-net goal, also a row. Sean Monahan and Kris Russell a finger on his right hand. Andrew Wiggins Philadelphia 5 38 .116 22 scored 21 points and Karl-Anthony Towns added Pacific Division scored for the Bruins, who won their scored for the Flames, who have lost Central Division Golden State 38 4 .905 - 20 points and 13 rebounds for Minnesota, which Cleveland 28 11 .718 - third straight and avenged a 5-1 loss to four of five to drop to 20-21-3. Jonas LA Clippers 27 14 .659 10.5 has lost 10 of 11. Ricky Rubio added 15 points, Chicago 24 16 .600 4.5 Montreal in the Winter Classic on Jan 1. Hiller stopped 22 shots.— AP Sacramento 17 23 .425 20 but the Timberwolves were outscored 63-39 in Indiana 23 19 .548 6.5 Phoenix 13 30 .302 25.5 the second half. Detroit 22 19 .537 7 Milwaukee 19 25 .432 11.5 LA Lakers 9 34 .209 29.5 Southwest Division NHL Results/Standings PACERS 97, SUNS 94 Southeast Division Atlanta 25 17 .595 - San Antonio 36 6 .857 - Monta Ellis scored 20 points, Paul George had Miami 23 19 .548 2 Memphis 24 19 .558 12.5 New Jersey 4, Calgary 2; NY Rangers 3, Vancouver 2 (OT); Toronto 3, Philadelphia 2; Washington 6, 19 and Indiana beat Phoenix to end a three- Orlando 20 20 .500 4 Dallas 24 19 .558 12.5 Columbus 3; Boston 4, Montreal 1; Tampa Bay 6, Edmonton 4; Chicago 4, Nashville 1. game losing streak. George added eight Washington 19 21 .475 5 Houston 22 21 .512 14.5 Western Conference Detroit 23 14 8 111 116 54 rebounds and Myles Turner scored 15 points for Charlotte 19 22 .463 5.5 New Orleans 14 27 .341 21.5 Central Division Tampa Bay 25 17 4 125 111 54 Indiana. Devin Booker had a career-high 32 W L OTL GF GA PTS Boston 24 16 5 137 117 53 Chicago 32 13 4 144 111 68 Ottawa 22 18 6 129 141 50 Dallas 29 13 5 156 127 63 Montreal 23 20 4 129 122 50 St. Louis 27 15 7 126 123 61 Jay McCarthy claims his biggest victory Buffalo 19 23 4 107 123 42 Minnesota 22 15 8 113 106 52 Toronto 17 20 7 111 124 41 Colorado 23 21 3 131 130 49 ADELAIDE: Australia’s Jay McCarthy claimed Nashville 20 18 8 117127 48 Metropolitan Division his biggest win as a professional when he Winnipeg 21 22 3 119131 45 Washington 35 8 3 155 100 73 took a thrilling second stage of the Tour Pacific Division NY Rangers 25 16 5 132 122 55 Down Under in the South Australian town of Los Angeles 29 13 3 121 101 61 NY Islanders 24 15 6 123 112 54 Stirling yesterday. McCarthy, from the Tinkoff team, beat Italian Diego Ulissi San Jose 23 18 3 127 121 49 New Jersey 23 19 5 105 112 51 (Lampre Merida) by a matter of centimeters Arizona 22 18 5 123 135 49 Pittsburgh 21 17 7 110 113 49 Vancouver 19 17 11 113 130 49 as both lunged for the line at the end of the Philadelphia 20 16 8 100 117 48 Anaheim 19 18 7 88 105 45 132-kilometre stage, finishing in 3hr 26min Carolina 20 19 8 111 129 48 Calgary 20 21 3 118135 43 40sec. The 23-year-old Queenslander will Edmonton 19 24 5 119142 43 Columbus 17 26 4 119 152 38 wear the ochre leader’s jersey in today’s Eastern Conference Note: Overtime losses (OTL) are worth one point third stage, taking it from sprinter Caleb Atlantic Division in the standings and are not included in the loss Ewan, who fell off the back of the peloton Florida 26 15 5 121105 57 column (L). towards the finish. Race favorite Simon Gerrans (Orica GreenEdge) was caught up in a crash inside the final kilometer just moments after he put himself in a perfect position to take the stage win. But there were no such worries for McCarthy, who avoided the trouble then surged inside the 300 meters. Ulissi, who ADELAIDE: Jay McCarthy from Tinkhoff wins ahead Diego Ulissi during the stage 2 of the Tour won the Stirling stage in 2014, came hard at Down Under from Unley to Stirling in Adelaide yesterday. —AFP McCarthy but the Australian dug deep and just managed to hold on. “I’ve been eyeing off this stage for a few years now and before the start I was hoping I’d get my chance,” Josh Gordon applies to McCarthy said. “The team sat down before the race and said they would support me NFL for reinstatement today and I’m just glad I could do it for them.” The race, which began in the inner- CLEVELAND: Josh Gordon has asked the NFL for and/or submit to periodic NFL testing during the city Adelaide suburb of Unley, saw Lotto- another chance. The suspended Browns wide banishment period,” league spokesman Greg Soudal’s Adam Hansen break away and get receiver applied to the league for reinstatement, Aiello said in an email. Gordon will also be inter- his lead out to two minutes on the first of a person with direct knowledge of the process viewed by the league’s medical director and five undulating 21-kilometre circuits around said yesterday. Gordon, who was banned for a medical adviser, who will make a recommenda- Stirling in the Adelaide Hills. year in February for multiple violations of the tion to Goodell on Gordon’s reinstatement. But he was reeled in with 19 kilometers league’s substance abuse policy, formally asked Goodell will make a decision within 60 days of to go and the peloton stayed together until Commissioner Roger Goodell to allow him back, Gordon’s application. If he can return to the close to the eight-kilometer uphill run to the said the person who spoke on condition of Browns, he will be under contract for 2016 for finish. Team Sky attacked first trying to put anonymity because of the sensitivity of the situ- nearly $1.1 million and can become a restricted Welshman Geraint Thomas into prime posi- ation. free agent following the season. ESPN Cleveland tion but they went too early and couldn’t Gordon failed an alcohol test last year, wip- was first to report Gordon’s application. maintain the pace. Movistar and ing out the talented receiver’s 2015 season. A big-play threat whenever he touches the Cannondale also tried to bring their riders According to league policy, Gordon could apply ball, Gordon made the Pro Bowl in 2013 when forward but the pace set by Sky had taken in writing for reinstatement within 60 days of his he led the league with 1,646 yards receiving its toll and the peloton was strung out with suspension ending. For Gordon to be reinstated, despite playing just 14 games. Gordon had nine two kilometers to go. Gerrans said later that he will have to demonstrate sustained absti- touchdowns that season, establishing himself as he and teammate Daryl Impey were unin- nence during his suspension. one of the league’s elite pass catchers. NASHVILLE: Ryan Johansen #92 of the Nashville Predators takes a faceoff against jured despite being caught up in the fall. “In support of their applications, players gen- However, he hasn’t been able to stay out of Jonathan Toews #19 of the Chicago Blackhawks during the third period at “We were perfectly placed, that’s just so erally put forward verifiable testing records trouble.—AP Bridgestone Arena on January 19, 2016. — AFP unlucky,” Gerrans said.— AFP THURSDAY, JANUARY 21, 2016 SPORTS

Griffiths grabs hat-trick; Celtic humble Hamilton

GLASGOW: Leigh Griffiths scored a hat- ished some poor defending to complete goals in ten minutes, you are giving your- ner of the net. picked out Griffiths at the back post to trick as Celtic handed Hamilton a humili- his hat-trick a minute later. Eamonn self no chance,” Canning said. “We didn’t Hamilton barely had time to regroup tap the ball in from a couple of yards out. ating 8-1 defeat to extend their lead at Brophy grabbed a 73rd minute consola- have enough leadership on the park before the Hoops added a third 90 sec- Scott Allan then teed up Forrest to the top of the Scottish Premiership. The tion for Hamilton before Callum tonight and to lose in the manner that onds later. Lustig’s cut-back found Rogic drill a low angled shot beyond McGovern game, a rearranged fixture from McGregor made it 8-1 in the 89th minute we did is unacceptable.” lurking in the box and the Socceroo as the half-time substitutes combined for December, was over as a contest as early to move the Scottish champions six Griffiths had already had a shot star’s effort took a deflection off Celtic’s sixth in the 53rd minute. Some as the tenth minute as an explosive start points clear of Aberdeen at the top of the blocked on the line in the first minute Hamilton’s Michael Devlin on its way kamikaze defending from Hamilton saw Celtic grab three quick goals. Mikel table. “It was a fantastic night and a very before Lustig headed home a fourth into the net. Gary Mackay-Steven made allowed Griffiths to complete his hat-trick Lustig nodded home the first, Nir Bitton good performance. We scored a lot of minute opener. Stuart Armstrong swung the most of a rare start as he set up straight from the restart. The striker grabbed the second with a sizzling strike goals and could have scored more,” Celtic a free-kick in from the left and the stand- Griffiths to make it 4-0 in the 22nd charged down Devlin’s attempted clear- before Australian international Tom manager Ronny Deila said. “I am very in skipper glanced his header past minute. The winger waltzed through the ance before chipping McGovern to make Rogic’s deflected strike made it 3-0. pleased with the performance and the Michael McGovern from close range. Hamilton defense before laying the ball it 7-0.Hamilton grabbed a consolation Top scorer Griffiths got his 25th of the boys.” Celtic continued to press forward and off to Griffiths who took a touch before goal in the 73rd minute as Brophy scam- season in the 22nd minute with a strike their second came in the ninth minute firing the ball under McGovern from a pered into the box to get on the end of from a tight angle before tapping in his ‘Unacceptable’ with a sensational strike from Bitton. The tight angle. There was to be no let up for Greg Docherty’s through ball before slot- second ahead of the break. The goals Hamilton manager Martin Canning Israeli midfielder collected a pass from Hamilton as top-scorer Griffiths added ting his shot through the legs of Craig continued to flow in the second half as said the manner of the defeat was bitter- Callum McGregor before rifling an another in the 34th minute. Rogic col- Gordon. McGregor grabbed a late eighth substitute James Forrest made it 6-0 in ly disappointing. “When you lose goals in unstoppable 20 yard shot past lected the ball out on the right and, with for Celtic with a rasping drive on a night the 53rd minute before Griffiths pun- that manner and you concede three McGovern into the top right-hand cor- the Hamilton defense in chaos, he Hamilton will want to forget. — AFP

ITALIAN CUP Anti-gay slurs mar Inter-Napoli game

NAPLES: Inter Milan won at Napoli 2-0 to ing for diving in the penalty area. “I was reach the Italian Cup semifinals but anti- annoyed at the decision on Mertens, I gay slurs by Napoli coach Maurizio Sarri at didn’t have anything against Mancini,” Sarri Inter counterpart Roberto Mancini over- said. “I apologized to him ... I think that shadowed the match on Tuesday. Mancini tomorrow he will accept my apology. and Sarri were sent off in stoppage time “I don’t even remember what I said. following a touchline argument. “Sarri is a Maybe I offended him, but it should end racist. Men like him cannot be in football,” there. Am I homophobic? That seems over Mancini told Rai Sport. “I got up to ask the the top. I said something out of rage ... I fourth official why there were five minutes was not discriminating against anyone. of added time. He then began to rant at However, if I did use words that could have me, shouting ‘faggot’ and ‘poof’ at me. He’s offended the gay community, I clearly apol- 60 years old, he should be ashamed. ogize.” Inter, third in the league, will face “I am not interested in talking about the the winner of Wednesday’s match between game. This cancels out everything. ... I went Lazio and Juventus. Stevan Jovetic struck to find him in the locker room and he apol- 16 minutes from time with a delightful ogized, but I replied that he has only to be chipped effort from 25 yards out. It was ashamed. In England, someone like him only Inter’s second shot on target. Adem wouldn’t even be allowed on a training Ljajic then sealed the result in stoppage pitch.” Mancini did not attend the post- time, running from the halfway line onto match news conference. Sarri said he “lost Jovetic’s through ball and slotting into the clarity of thought” after the dismissal of bottom left corner from the edge of the Napoli winger Dries Mertens, with two min- area. Inter goalkeeper Samir Handanovic utes remaining, following a second book- pulled off several fine saves.— AP

PARIS: Paris Saint-Germain’s Argentinean forward Angel Di Maria (left) vies with Toulouse’s Serbian defender Uros Spajic (right) during the French Cup football match between Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and Toulouse (TFC) on January 19, 2015.— AFP

FRENCH CUP ROUNDUP Ibrahimovic keeps PSG on treble track

PARIS: A late and controversial penalty convert- ed by Zlatan Ibrahimovic sealed a 2-1 come from behind win as Paris Saint-Germain edged past NAPLES: Napoli miedfielder Mirko Valdifiori (left) and Inter defender Yuto Nagatomo Toulouse in the French Cup on Tuesday. Francois vie for the ball during their Italian Cup soccer match between Napoli and Inter Milan, Moubandje had given Toulouse an 11th minute at the San Paolo stadium in Naples, Italy on Tuesday, Jan 19, 2016.—AP lead over a PSG missing several injured stars, but a David Luiz header from a corner on 54minutes and Ibrahimovic’s 21st goal of the season two minutes from time kept Paris on course to Controversial Courbis defend their domestic treble. But the big Swede’s penalty was highly con- takes reigns at Rennes troversial as Leyvin Kurzawa threw himself the- atrically to the ground in the box under minimal RENNES: French outfit Rennes, sixth in Countess, and the two were banned from contact. However, Ibrahimovic was emphatic Ligue 1, sacked their coach Philippe all casinos in France in 1990 after a major with his spot-kick and Toulouse’s hopes were Montanier on Wednesday and replaced win at the tables was followed by a fraud dashed. “If that happened at the other end, it him with the controversial journeyman trial. Courbis was also shot in the gang- wouldn’t have been whistled,” moaned Toulouse Rolland Courbis. The sacking comes a day land slaying of Corsican underworld char- coach Dominique Arribage. “It’s difficult, when after Rennes were knocked out of the acter Dominique Rutily in 1996 in a car you referee Paris, to make the right decisions. I French Cup by second tier Bourg-en- park at Hyeres, the killers were never don’t blame the referee.” PSG also won 1-0 at Bresse and a week after 62-year-old found. A transfer scandal at Marseille also Toulouse thanks to an Ibrahimovic strike on Courbis joined Rennes as an advisor to caught up with him and he was sen- Saturday to take a 21-point lead in Ligue 1 over the club president Rene Ruello. While the tenced to 21 months in jail, before early second-placed Monaco. And Toulouse must club were sixth in Ligue 1 they had failed released in February 2010 after five travel to Paris for yet another meeting with PSG to win any of their previous ten home months, albeit wearing an electronic in the League Cup semi-finals next week. games. Courbis, who coined the ‘Zizou’ bracelet. So famous is he in France that PSG are now set to embark on a run of eight nickname for Zinedine Zidane while he had his own puppet in the long run- matches in little over three weeks before hosting coaching at Bordeaux, has also handled ning Canal Plus satyrical tv show ‘Les Chelsea in the first leg of their Champions Marseille, Montpellier, Toulouse, Ajaccio Guingnols’, which was similar to Britain’s League last-16 tie on February 16. “In the 88th and Toulon in the French top flight. ‘Spitting Images’. Montanier is the sixth minute I was a bit afraid we’d have to play extra- The larger-than-life Courbis once head coach to stand down in France this time,” PSG coach Laurent Blanc said after the enjoyed a jet-set lifestyle with an Italian season. — AFP game. “We have to get through this month of January, which is difficult with this crazy sched- ule.” Elsewhere, fourth division Sarre-Union caused the upset of the night by stunning sec- ond tier Niort 1-0. Second division Sochaux and Bourg-en-Bresse turned over top flight oppo- nents away from home, respectively 2-1 at Bastia and 3-1 at Rennes. Meanwhile, Bordeaux won 2- PARIS: Toulouse’s French-Moroccan midfielder Adrien Regattin controls the ball during the French 1 at Angers while Corsicans Gazelec Ajaccio beat Cup football match Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) vs Toulouse (TFC) on January 19, 2016. —AFP Guingamp 3-0.—AFP Furious Panathinaikos hit with fresh sanctions

ATHENS: Panathinaikos accused Greece’s report on the crowd trouble which caused the said in a statement. “Unfortunately, deputy sports minister Stavros Kontonis of Athens derby against Olympiakos Piraeus to Panathinaikos believed last year’s statements strengthening “a corrupt system” on Tuesday be called off last November. The Super League from Mr Kontonis about restoring the credibili- after the government ordered the partial clo- match was called off before kickoff due to ty of the long-suffering football scene, but as it sure of the club’s stadium as a further punish- crowd trouble inside and outside the stadium turns out, he is anything but interested in that, ment for crowd violence. Kontonis’ ministry which resulted in three police officers being instead reinforcing the operations of the cor- announced that Panathinaikos’ famous Gate taken to hospital. Panathinaikos had already rupt system.” Panathinaikos added in the state- 13 area of their Apostolos Nikolaidis stadium- been deducted three points, forfeited the ment that the club would launch an appeal to occupied by around 5,000 of the club’s most match with a 0-3 scoreline, received a four- “each and every competent body of the justice fervent supporters-as well as the neighboring match supporter ban and been fined 190,000 system in order to overturn this highly illegal Gate 14, would be closed for the remainder of euros by league authorities. decision”. Panathinaikos are currently fourth in the season. “The new punishment imposed by the the Greek championship, 20 points adrift of They were also fined 90,000 euros deputy sports minister is unprecedented leaders and fierce rivals Olympiakos after 18 ($98,136). The decision was part of a state worldwide and is in fact predatory,” the club matches.—Reuters Rolland Courbis Durant hot streak Ibrahimovic extended; Thunder keeps PSG on roll past Nuggets treble track

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MELBOURNE: Serena Williams of the US plays a forehand return during her women’s singles match against Taiwan’s Hsieh Su-Wei on day three of the 2016 Australian Open tennis tournament in Melbourne yesterday. — AFP Djokovic, Serena storm through in Melbourne Kvitova sent crashing by Aussie giant-killer

MELBOURNE: Defending champions Novak have done that,” said the American world Djokovic was no match for Halys, 19, who had ent and integrated integrity model”. The con- Radwanska’s sky-high confidence took anoth- Djokovic and Serena Williams stormed into number one, who showed no signs discom- a net cord to thank as he broke the Serb in troversy is just the latest to hit the tainted er leap upwards when she halted Eugenie the Australian Open third round yesterday as fort from her knee. “I moved much better, so the third set, which went to a tie-break. sports world after claims of a doping cover- Bouchard, back in form after suffering con- tennis authorities came under fire over their slowly but surely feeling a little bit better,” she up shook athletics and multiple scandals cussion at the US Open, 6-4, 6-2. efforts to fight match-fixing. Djokovic had a added. ‘Opaque and secretive’ engulfed football’s governing body, FIFA. On court earlier was five-time Grand Slam third-set tussle with French teenager Quentin Federer, who is trying to extend his record Separately a senior anti-corruption official Petra Kvitova became the latest women’s top- champion Maria Sharapova, who had little Halys before winning their night match 6-1, 6- number of Grand Slam crowns to 18, then said that match-fixing was commonplace in 10 player to fall, joining Simona Halep and difficulty dispatching 105th-ranked 2, 7-6 (7/3), joining Williams and Roger dismantled his 35th-ranked practice partner tennis’s lower levels and criticized the Venus Williams on the sidelines when she was Aliaksandra Sasnovich 6-2, 6-1. Japanese sev- Federer in the next stage. Alexandr Dolgopolov 6-3, 7-5, 6-1. The all- “opaque and secretive” Tennis Integrity Unit, shocked 6-4, 6-4 by Australian giant-killer enth seed Kei Nishikori beat his close friend As a match-fixing controversy continued time Grand Slam king came unstuck in the which is tasked with finding cheats. Chris Daria Gavrilova. Austin Krajicek 6-3, 7-6 (7/5), 6-3 as he to reverberate at Melbourne Park, Williams third round last year, when he was shocked Eaton, director of integrity at the In a positive evening for the hosts, the pressed his bid for a first Grand Slam title. And swatted Hsieh Su-Wei 6-1, 6-2 to reach the by Andreas Seppi, and he is wary of another International Centre for Sport Security in combustible Nick Kyrgios overcame a mix-up Italy’s Roberta Vinci overcame Irina Falconi to third round as she seeks a record-equaling upset with Grigor “Baby Fed” Dimitrov up Doha, was speaking after a report claimed with his shorts to beat Pablo Cuevas and set move towards a potential semi-final rematch 22nd major title. Williams eased lingering next. “It’s the least I expect to be in the third several players suspected of being serial up a showdown with world number six with Williams-whom she stunned in the US concerns over the state of her injured knee as round of a Slam, obviously, so I’m pumped match-fixers had never been punished. Tomas Berdych. “Just a bit of a mix-up before Open last four, ending her bid for a rare calen- she obliterated the Taiwanese, even pulling up, playing well, feeling good,” Federer said. “Integrity is by definition open and trans- the game,” shrugged Kyrgios, who had to dar-year Grand Slam. “Yeah, I watch it every off possibly her first ever round-the-net shot “But there’s always a danger, you know. Like parent. The TIU is neither... by operating in the change his shorts midway after the pockets day,” deadpanned Williams, when asked if she for good measure. “It’s always cool to do last year the third round was the end for me, shadows they fail to practice what they on his first pair weren’t deep enough to hold had seen a recording of the match. “Every something fresh and new. I don’t know if I so I hope to go further this time.” Later preach,” he said, calling for a “new independ- balls when he was serving. Agnieszka night to get ready.” — AFP Villa set up FA Cup Olympic gold glitters for Maria Sharapova date with Man City MELBOURNE: Maria Sharapova yesterday recalled being over- whelmed at the London Olympics as she looked forward to an FA CUP ROUNDUP attempt to claim gold for Russia at this year’s Games in Rio. The Russian picked up the women’s singles silver medal four years LONDON: Late goals by Ciaran Clark narrow victory, winning 1-0 at second- ago, thrashed by arch-rival Serena Williams in the final, but it and Idrissa Gueye gave Premier tier Bristol City. Venezuelan striker was the experience of mingling with fellow athletes that left a League strugglers Aston Villa a 2-0 win Salomon Rondon scored the game’s lasting impression. over fourth-tier Wycombe Wanderers only goal in the 52nd minute, chesting “I think going into it, of course, you always think of the high- in their FA Cup third-round replay on down Craig Dawson’s cross and slot- est prize and the best prize you can get at an event,” she said of Tuesday. Bottom of the Premier ting home, to earn West Brom a home the Olympics after making the third round of the Australian League and seemingly destined for tie with third-division Peterborough Open. “But the experience of being an Olympian is so fulfilling.” relegation to the Championship, Villa United. Fifth-tier Eastleigh, the lowest- The 28-year-old, born in Siberia but based in Florida since she had only managed a 1-1 draw with ranked team to make round three, was young, said she was “so overwhelmed just by the experi- Wycombe-currently seventh in League were eliminated following a lively 3-2 ence of being around other athletes and just really respected”. Two-when the two teams first met 10 defeat at Championship bottom club “Getting a chance to go into the Olympic village before the days previously. Bolton Wanderers. Eastleigh, of the opening ceremonies and spending a few hours there and see- The reunion at Villa Park proved a Football Conference, went in front ing all the different athletes,” said the five-time Grand Slam similarly close-fought affair, but Clark’s through Joe Partington in the 11th champion, one of the world’s richest athletes. 75th-minute header and a last-minute minute and pulled it back to 2-2 after “Some were actually working out in the garden; some box- Gueye strike earned Villa a fourth- falling 2-1 down, only for Darren ers were shadow boxing. It was just really special to see, and round tie at home to Manchester City. Pratley to net a 58th-minute winner for BIRMINGHAM: Aston Villa’s Rudy Gestede (left) and Wycombe’s Joe you felt a unity. “You felt these tremendous athletes maybe “The most important thing was to win Bolton. Jacobson battle for the ball during the English FA Cup third round soccer had never met or seen each other in person before, but we all and go through,” Villa manager Remi Financially stricken Bolton, who match between Aston Villa and Wycombe Wanderers at Villa Park in really respected each other and really understood each other Garde told BBC radio. “We’ve been avoided being liquidated at Britain’s Birmingham on Tuesday, Jan 19 2016. — AP and what we go through as an athlete and the sacrifices and professional. It was not always easy. High Court on Monday, will host pions Chelsea after beating tier Ipswich 2-1 at Fratton Park. The the hard work and the competition. “So that was special. Just That is the fourth game in a row we Leeds United in the next round. Northampton Town 3-0 in their replay. third-round replays conclude yester- to be an Olympian is an incredible experience, and then once are not losing, which is very good for Second-tier Milton Keynes Dons — 4- Portsmouth, FA Cup winners in 2008 day with Liverpool’s home game you get to the court and you’re facing opponents, of course momentum.” 0 winners against Manchester United but now in League Two, face a south- against fourth-tier Exeter City and you dream and visualize a gold medal.” The Rio Olympics run Villa’s fellow Premier League side in last season’s League Cup-set up a coast derby against top-flight Tottenham Hotspur’s trip to Leicester from August 5-21. — AFP West Bromwich Albion also secured a home tie with Premier League cham- Bournemouth after upsetting second- City. — AFP Gulf stocks battered over oil, world economy woes Page 22

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TEHRAN: In this July 14, 2012 file photo two potential Iranian customers look at fabric bolts in Tehran’s old main bazaar, Iran, as two merchants sit at left. — AP Iran’s big market tempts European firms Companies ready to seize business opportunities

FRANKFURT: With many barriers to European consortium Airbus. Airbus import of dual-use goods that could dealing with Iran suddenly lifted as spokesman Stefan Schaffrath was be used to make nuclear weapons. part of a deal to curb its nuclear activi- more restrained, saying only that “we Germany’s VDMA industrial ties, some European companies are are studying our way forward in view machinery association warns that ready to seize business opportunities of this new environment - in full com- firms themselves will need to under- in a tempting market of 78.5 million pliance with all international laws.” stand the complex rules, and not rely people. At first glance, the allure is on government help. More than 100 obvious - the second-largest economy Who’s not participants have shown up for the in the Middle East-North Africa region Deutsche Bank, Germany’s biggest, association’s information sessions on after Saudi Arabia; the second most withdrew from Iran in 2007 and says the end of the sanctions regime, it populous country after Egypt; and that until further notice it isn’t doing said. with lots of infrastructure and vehicles any business connected to Iran. The way overdue for an upgrade after company didn’t go into the reasons, Across the pond years of sanctions. but it’s hard to overlook the $258 mil- American firms have to be much Once inspectors confirmed that lion in penalties it agreed in more cautious still. Deal or no deal, US Iran was taking steps to curb its November to pay to US banking regu- sanctions not related to the nuclear nuclear program, the United States lators for dealings with Iran and other program will still be in place and and European Union on Saturday countries in violation of earlier rounds those bar most American companies dropped many of the economic sanc- of sanctions. More trouble with US from doing business with Iran. The tions that have been keeping foreign regulators is the last thing the bank deal drops so-called secondary sanc- companies from doing business there. wants. tions, which were aimed at non-US But those that take the plunge face There are further risks for financial entities. But primary sanctions barring serious risks from the remaining sanc- companies. Although the lifting of the involvement by US individuals and tions relating to other issues, from sanctions imposed over Iran’s nuclear companies in Iran predating the RIYADH: This file image grab taken from the official Saudi Press Agency (SPA) on January 23, 2015 shows geopolitical uncertainty and from red program means it is now possible to nuclear controversy largely remain Saudi Arabia’s new King Salman in his first public address. — AFP tape and corruption. Here’s a look at do financial transactions in and out of intact, according to guidance from who might be interested - and the Iran and to offer bank accounts, other U.S. officials issued Saturday. That hazards they will face if they venture sanctions remain in place over Iran’s means US companies are still broadly With oil drop, Saudi takes in. human rights record and what the barred from doing business with Iran, U.S. authorities say is its support for with a few exceptions such as selling Who’s hot to go in terrorism. Many of those sanctions bar passenger aircraft and parts and steps out of welfare state Auto manufacturing is one field financial dealings with dozens of spe- importing rugs, pistachio nuts and where interest could be strong. Before cific individuals; any bank would have caviar. RIYADH: Faced with a massive decline in oil revenues, when oil prices were high, dropped from $732 billion at sanctions, Iran was a major market for to be certain it was not dealing with There is little doubt that some Saudi Arabia’s King Salman marked his first year in power the end of 2014 to $632 billion in November. France’s Peugeot. One of the first out one of them or a company controlled companies, from aviation to oil, are by taking steps to end his kingdom’s generous welfare At first glance it appeared Salman would continue of the blocks after the announcement by one of them. interested, if rules allow. But they system. In a year that could set the pace for moving the with the country’s generous traditions when he took over was Daimler AG’s truck division, which And the nuclear deal has a “snap- could believe that the situation is still Saudi economy away from near-total dependence on following the death of his half-brother king Abdullah a on Monday announced joint ventures back” provision meaning sanctions too foggy - that the next administra- energy, the 80-year-old monarch took surprising deci- year ago. Shortly after acceding to the throne Salman with Iranian partners that will enable could be quickly reimposed if Iran is tion might reimpose sanctions. Even sions to cut subsidies and introduced other key economic splashed out more than $30 billion in handouts to gov- it to restart its business there - a pres- found not to be complying - more after implementation of the nuclear reforms. ernment employees, the armed forces, students and oth- ence that went back to 1953 before uncertainty. Thomas Schlueter, deal, the Obama administration Analysts say that after decades of using its vast oil ers. That came after generous politically motivated salary being interrupted by sanctions from spokesman for the Association of announced new sanctions over Iran’s resources to subsidize domestic prices and pay generous increases and handouts made by king Abdullah in 2011 2010 to 2016. Daimler foresees joint German Banks, said members were ballistic missile program. salaries and benefits, the reality of falling oil prices is hit- after the outbreak of the Arab Spring uprisings across the production of trucks and engines and “examining what is possible and what US interests can sell food, medi- ting home for Saudi authorities. “I believe we are on the region. And subsidies on basic goods and utilities, includ- a marketing company; it plans to is not possible.” cine, farm products and some other verge of exiting the welfare state,” Saudi economist Turki ing petrol, electricity and water, continued to keep prices reopen its representative office in the goods to Iran, “but aside from these Fadaq said, speaking of a psychological shift in the Saudi low. But as oil prices have fallen, the high spending on first three months of this year. Why not areas, the US embargo is still fully ruling circle. “The final goal of these measures is to wages and subsidies, coupled with the cost of Saudi Division head Wolfgang Bernhard Although Iran is a big market, it has intact,” Richard Nephew, a former restructure the Saudi economy in a way to stop its total Arabia’s military intervention in Yemen and continued aid said in a statement he saw “huge big problems. It ranked 119th out of sanctions-policy official at the State dependence on oil,” Fadaq, head of research at Riyadh- to many Arab countries, have left its budget over- demand” for commercial vehicles in 189 economies in the World Bank’s Department and now at Columbia based Al-Bilad Capital, said. stretched. Iran, where the company’s Mercedes- ease-of-doing-business index, which University, said in an email. US plane Oil prices have plunged to more than 12-year lows due “The challenge has become too big,” Saudi economist Benz brand is well-known. The presi- measures obstacles posed by bureau- maker and Airbus rival Boeing Co. still to a glut in supply, dropping below $28 a barrel in trading Ihsan Bu-Halaiga said. “It started with the slide in oil dent of the Federation of German cracy, slow public services and taxa- faces hurdles. “There are many steps this week, and have lost three-quarters of their value prices that began even before King Salman came to pow- Industries, Ulrich Grillo, said that tion. It finished 136th of 175 countries that need to be taken should we since mid-2014. For years, 90 percent of state revenues in er,” said Bu-Halaiga, head of Joatha Consultants Centre. “Iran’s need for making up lost ground in the corruption perceptions index decide to sell airplanes to Iran’s air- Saudi Arabia, the world’s largest crude exporter, came “The most important decision is the resolve to move from in modernizing its industrial infra- compiled by Transparency lines. For now, we continue to assess from oil sales and high prices allowed the government to the welfare system to a productive economy,” he said, structure is extraordinarily large,” International. the situation,” said Boeing spokesman be generous. But the plunge in prices has left public pointing to a five-year program aimed at liberalizing adding exports could double in five Moreover, Iran is deeply involved in Marc Sklar. In 2014, Boeing received a finances reeling, with the kingdom recording an unprece- energy prices along with other steps to boost non-oil rev- years from 2.4 billion Euros ($2.6 bil- the violence convulsing the Middle US Treasury license to export to Iran dented $98 billion budget deficit in 2015 and projecting a enues. Late last year the government took an unprece- lion) a year currently. East through its local supporters in spare parts needed to keep Iran’s old- shortfall of $87 billion this year. dented step by raising the prices of petrol, electricity and From their side, Iranian officials are Iraq and Syria, and tensions have risen er Boeing planes safe. Iran’s airlines water, by up to 80 percent in some cases. Saudi Jadwa touting the investment possibilities. sharply recently with regional rival have among the oldest fleets in the Budget overstretched Investment estimates the country will save $7 billion a Iran’s transport minister told the offi- Saudi Arabia. Disruption from conflict world at 23 to 27 years on average, Annual revenues have halved in the 19 months of year from reducing energy subsidies. The move was wel- cial IRNA news agency on Saturday and politics is always a possibility. according to the Centre for Aviation, declining oil prices and the kingdom has been forced to comed by credit ratings agencies, with Fitch praising the that his government had agreed to Industrial companies must be wary of an airline data and analysis firm based tap its huge fiscal reserves. The reserves, accumulated “significant reforms”.—AFP buy 114 new planes from the yet more sanctions that bar the in Australia.—AP THURSDAY, JANUARY 21, 2016 BUSINESS Uneasy times: What to look out for at Davos this year LONDON: Extremist attacks, plunging mar- Istanbul will be among the top issues, par- kets, and the break-neck pace of techno- ticularly for the political leaders, who will logical innovation. The world is beset by have the opportunity to hold multiple uncertainties as 2,500 business executives, closed-door meetings with their counter- political leaders and activists gather in the parts. The international campaign to fight Swiss Alpine town of Davos this week. the Islamic State group has seen several Although the glitzy event, which fea- Western countries and Russia bomb Syria tures speeches, panels and debates, has and Iraq. The conflict has triggered a mass drawn criticism for being disconnected migration of people into Europe and from the real world, many participants inflamed tensions between Middle Eastern stress the practical advantage of having so powers Saudi Arabia and Iran. This month’s many peers in one place. The meetings can nuclear test by North Korea will also be a lead to corporate deals and diplomatic dia- topic of discussion - particularly after the logue. Last year, Ukraine struck an interna- World Economic Forum canceled its invita- tional bailout deal in Davos. tion to the country’s delegation over the “A lot of relationships are built and incident. Key people: US Secretary of State renewed,” said John Veihmeyer, chairman of John Kerry, UK Prime Minister David the consulting firm KPMG. The annual gath- Cameron and Israeli Prime Minister ering organized by the World Economic Benjamin Netanyahu. Forum is mainly a business event but it has grown over the years to attract world lead- Oil ers, celebrities, Nobel prize winners and The dramatic slide in energy prices is star academics. This year’s meeting is offi- shaking up companies and economies. cially about how to harness technological While making fuel cheaper for consumers change. In practice, it will be abuzz with and businesses, the drop in oil prices is also discussion about the multitude of risks fac- leading to thousands of job cuts in the ing government and business leaders. energy sector and financial instability and Here’s a look at what’s likely to dominate poverty in oil-exporting countries like the meetings. Russia and Venezuela. And world powers’ agreement this weekend to lift sanctions China on Iran will see the country start pumping The future of China has become synony- millions of barrels of oil into the already mous with the fate of the global economy oversupplied market, as well as a rush to and financial markets. Concerns about sign business deals with the country. Key Beijing’s ability to handle a slowdown in the people: Iran Foreign Minister Javad Zarif, world’s second-largest economy have Saudi Finance Minister Ibrahim Abdul Aziz caused stocks to plunge this year. The big Al Assaf, Shell CEO Ben van Beurden, Iraq risk is that China’s decline might become Prime Minister Haidar Al Abadi. PRESEVO: A woman holds her baby as she waits with other migrants and refugees for a bus on January 20, 2016 at a registration camp in south- disorderly and hammer business activity or ern Serbian town of Presevo, after crossing the Macedonian border, as temperature fall to minus 15 Celsius. — AFP trigger a financial crisis. The country is a Technology huge consumer of raw materials and energy This year’s meeting is officially focused from states like Brazil, Australia, and Russia. on how “the fourth industrial revolution” Refugees face qualification Its outsize industrial sector buys machinery will change every aspect of society, from from the West and makes and exports con- health to business and travel. Among the sumer goods at a low cost. And the growing most immediate concerns is how to pro- middle class has become a key market for tect companies and governments from hurdles in German job hunt car makers and luxury goods companies. cyber attacks as business increasingly Key people to watch: Jack Ma, the head of goes digital. But participants will also be Chinese retail giant Alibaba, International keen to discuss opportunities created by Only five-to-ten percent of asylum seekers qualified Monetary Fund chief Christine Lagarde, and growing trends such as 3D printing, dri- Fang Xinghai, representative of China’s verless cars, robotics and new biotech- FRANKFURT: From an economic point of view, it Wursthorn, a spokesman for the federal labor apprentices during their training. financial market regulator. nologies. Key people: Eric Schmidt, execu- all seemed to make sense. There are hundreds of agency in Nuremberg. “The language, the language, the language,” tive chairman of Google parent company thousands of job vacancies waiting to be filled in “It is not rare for young people to arrive in said Baier. “For a lot of them, the written exams are Security Alphabet, Facebook COO Sheryl Sandberg, Germany and 1.5 million refugees arriving in Germany with the dream of quickly earning too difficult” because of their lack of German skills, The threat of extremist attacks of the and Airbnb co-founder Nathan Europe’s biggest economy since 2012, many of enough money to send back to their families,” he he said. Nevertheless, in the southern region of kind that have hit Paris, Jakarta and Blecharczyk. — AP whom are looking for work. But for many of the said. “Not to mention those who have to repay the Bavaria, around 5,500 apprenticeship places new arrivals, the all-important job qualifications huge sums of money they owe to the smugglers remain unfilled in the crafts trades sector and that employers require in Germany are a major hur- who brought them over.” Many of them therefore “refugees could help fill them,” Baier insisted. dle, coupled with the language barrier and the fact choose a job in the unqualified sector, simply to The situation is more complicated for older that frequently the more pressing need is simply to earn enough immediate cash, rather than go refugees. Despite their previous career experience, find enough money to live on. through the training process, which is very low many of them “don’t have any qualifications or any Economists have long pointed out that with its paid. certificates,” said Achim Dercks, co-head of the ageing population and an ever-widening shortfall DIHK federation for chambers of commerce. They in qualified labor, Germany urgently needs immi- ‘Deluding themselves’ run the risk of ending up on unemployment bene- grants if it wants to maintain its prosperity in the “Those who opt for the easy solution are delud- fit, like 20 percent of the unqualified workforce in long term. The massive influx of the refugees ing themselves,” argued Conrad Skerutsch, who Germany. seemed to offer a welcome opportunity to help fill, heads a jobs advice centre in Frankfurt. “Only five- For older refugees, a number of schemes have for example, the thousands of training places that to-ten percent of asylum seekers” have a sufficient been devised, such as part-time apprenticeships, remain vacant every year. level of training to qualify them to work in their already in place for young mothers, or more flexi- But few refugees are familiar with an “appren- first year of arriving in Germany, Skerutsch said. ble training schemes offering a certificate at the ticeship” system combining both on-the-spot voca- And for the young refugees, who tend to be partic- end. “Everything is still very much in a test tional training and theoretical learning that almost ularly well motivated, the traditional path of dual- phase,” Dercks said, insisting that “in the best- every employer in Germany, from bakeries to system training is full of pitfalls, said Wursthorn. case scenario, at least five years” would be need- multinational companies, adheres to, said Meike “Around half of our refugee apprentices abandon ed for the refugees to become integrated into the Al-Habash, head of vocational training at the IHK their training part of the way through,” said Rudolf labor market. Chambers of Commerce Association in Berlin. Baier, spokesman for the HWK Chamber of Crafts in According to a study undertaken in 2014 by Both chambers of commerce and Germany’s Munich, which oversees around 23,000 apprentice- the Federal Office for Migration and Refugees, federal labor agency are increasing their efforts to ships, including nearly 500 young asylum seekers. and published on Monday, out of 2,800 asylum raise awareness among young refugees of the The failure rate is twice as high as normal, but has seekers who arrived in Germany between 2007 importance of qualifications for entering the started to come down since the HWK created two and 2012, only 37 percent had a job at the time German labor market. But “in a lot of cases,” the new full-time positions for support workers, and tai- of the study, and 23 percent were on unemploy- DAVOS: Participants sit during the World Economic Forum (WEF) annual meeting. — AFP immigrants have “other priorities,” said Juergen lor-made courses, to accompany the young refugee ment benefit. — AFP Gulf stocks battered over oil, world economy woes

KUWAIT CITY: Stock markets in the energy- The Saudi Tadawul All-Shares Index, the Arabtec construction plunged 5.2 percent closed down 1.95 percent to drop below the prices and the state of the world economy. rich Gulf States plunged yesterday, following largest Arab bourse, dipped more than 4.0 and 7.7 percent. The Abu Dhabi Securities key 5,000-point mark, a level last seen more Oil prices were also trading at more than 12- the massive rout in global shares as oil percent to fall below the key 5,500-point Exchange shed 3.1 percent to drop below the than 12 years ago. The small Muscat year lows. resumed its decline. The fresh fall came a day mark at mid-session. The leading petrochemi- 3,800-point level, pulled down by all sectors, Securities Exchange lost 1.83 percent and the Yesterday US benchmark West Texas after most Gulf bourses made a strong cals and banking sectors fell 5.6 percent and especially the investment and financial serv- tiny Bahrain bourse dropped 0.6 percent. Intermediate fell to fresh lows of below $28, rebound as oil and world stocks saw impor- 3.7 percent, respectively. The Dubai Financial ices sector which plunged 9.3 percent. All seven Gulf bourses remained well days after Brent also slipped below that level. tant gains. But all seven bourses in Gulf coun- Market Index finished the day down 4.6 per- The Qatar Exchange, the second biggest below last year’s close. Asian and European In afternoon trade WTI was down 3.3 percent tries, which pump around 18 million barrels cent to drop to 2,638.76 points, its lowest lev- Arab bourse, dropped 3.3 percent to below markets suffered another rout yesterday with at $27.52 and Brent was off 1.9 percent at of oil a day, dropped yesterday, led by Saudi el for 30 months. 8,700 points and traded around levels seen in the previous day’s China-fuelled rally wiped $28.22. Crude has lost three quarters of its Arabia and Dubai. Leading shares Emaar properties and early 2013. The Kuwait Stock Exchange Index out by ongoing worries about plunging oil value since mid-2014. — AFP EXCHANGE RATES

Al-Muzaini Exchange Co. GOLD Saudi Riyals 81.840 Asia 20 Gram 223.080 Jordanian Dinar 428.735 Bangladesh Taka 0.003520 0.004120 10 Gram 114.460 ASIAN COUNTRIES Egyptian Pound 38.757 Chinese Yuan 0.044750 0.048250 5 Gram 58.070 Japanese Yen 2.597 Sri Lankan Rupees 2.119 Hong Kong Dollar 0.036804 0.039554 Indian Rupees 4.475 Indian Rupees 4.482 Indian Rupee 0.004221 0.004611 Pakistani Rupees 2.897 Pakistani Rupees 2.898 UAE Exchange Centre WLL Indonesian Rupiah 0.000017 0.000023 Srilankan Rupees 2.120 Bangladesh Taka 3.871 Philippines Pesso 6.367 Japanese Yen 0.002518 0.002698 Nepali Rupees 2.816 Cyprus pound 579.695 Kenyan Shilling 0.002963 0.002963 Singapore Dollar 212.210 CURRENCIES TELEX TRANSFER PER 1000 Japanese Yen 3.600 Korean Won 0.000240 0.000255 Hongkong Dollar 38.888 Australian Dollar 200.70 Canadian Dollar 213.40 Syrian Pound 2.380 Malaysian Ringgit 0.065988 0.071988 Bangladesh Taka 3.874 Swiss Franc 306.88 Nepalese Rupees 3.795 Nepalese Rupee 0.002883 0.003053 Philippine Peso 6.382 Euro 334.61 Malaysian Ringgit 70.420 Pakistan Rupee 0.002607 0.002887 Thai Baht 8.394 US Dollar 304.70 Chinese Yuan Renminbi 46.605 Philippine Peso 0.006293 0.006573 Sterling Pound 436.91 Thai Bhat 9.365 GCC COUNTRIES Sierra Leone 0.000071 0.000077 Japanese Yen 2.63 Turkish Lira 99.960 Singapore Dollar 0.208032 0.214032 Saudi Riyal 81.137 Bangladesh Taka 3.884 South African Rand 0.011973 0.020473 Qatari Riyal 83.578 Indian Rupee 4.508 Sri Lankan Rupee 0.001764 0.002344 Omani Riyal 790.281 Sri Lankan Rupee 2.122 Bahrain Exchange Company Bahraini Dinar 808.020 Nepali Rupee 2.819 Taiwan 0.008906 0.009086 UAE Dirham 82.838 P0kistani Rupee 2.901 Thai Baht 0.008065 0.008615 UAE Dirhams 0.08292 COUNTRY SELL CASH SELLDRAFT ARAB COUNTRIES Bahraini Dinar 0.8098 Europe Arab Egyptian Pound - Cash 39.900 Egyptian Pound 0.03881 British Pound 0.423554 0.432554 Bahraini Dinar 0.799741 0.807741 Egyptian Pound - Transfer 38.904 Jordanian Dinar 0.4334 Czech Korune 0.004297 0.016297 Egyptian Pound 0.035431 0.039767 Yemen Riyal/for 1000 1.420 Omani Riyal 0.7912 Danish Krone 0.040556 0.045556 Iranian Riyal 0.000084 0.000085 Tunisian Dinar 150.540 Qatari Riyal 0.08401 Euro 0.327557 0.335557 Iraqi Dinar 0.000200 0.000260 Saudi Riyal 0.08122 Jordanian Dinar 428.580 Norwegian Krone 0.030415 0.035615 Jordanian Dinar 0.424918 0.432418 Romanian Leu 0.073361 0.073361 Lebanese Lira/for 1000 2.027 Kuwaiti Dinar 1.000000 1.000000 Slovakia 0.009085 0.019085 Syrian Lira 2.168 Dollarco Exchange Co. Ltd Lebanese Pound 0.000151 0.000251 Morocco Dirham 31.286 Swedish Krona 0.031629 0.036629 Moroccan Dirhams 0.021525 0.045525 Swiss Franc 0.297461 0.307661 Nigerian Naira 0.001257 0.001892 EUROPEAN & AMERICAN COUNTRIES Turkish Lira 0.095672 0.105972 Rate for Transfer Selling Rate Omani Riyal 0.783450 0.789130 US Dollar Transfer 304.100 US Dollar 304.350 Qatar Riyal 0.082817 0.084030 Euro 334.210 Canadian Dollar 209.745 Australasia Saudi Riyal 0.080207 0.081157 Sterling Pound 431.520 Sterling Pound 431.695 Australian Dollar 0.200072 0.211572 Canadian dollar 208.640 Euro 334.625 New Zealand Dollar 0.187630 0.197130 Syrian Pound 0.001289 0.001509 Turkish lira 99.920 Swiss Frank 305.475 America Tunisian Dinar 0.146890 0.154890 Swiss Franc 305.320 Bahrain Dinar 805.175 Canadian Dollar 0.202340 0.210840 Turkish Lira 0.095672 0.105972 Australian Dollar 210.740 UAE Dirhams 83.105 US Dollars 0.300000 0.304500 UAE Dirhams 0.081814 0.082963 US Dollar Buying 303.300 Qatari Riyals 84.320 US Dollars Mint 0.300500 0.304500 Yemeni Riyal 0.001374 0.001454 THURSDAY, JANUARY 21, 2016 BUSINESS World stocks resume slump, oil hits new low

LONDON: Global stocks suffered another on hopes of Chinese stimulus. Glut of crude were down 5.7 percent, while among bility and relative prosperity. rout yesterday as oil prices slid to fresh “It’s not a pretty sight (on stock mar- Yesterday, New York oil prices hit fresh miners BHP Billiton shed 7.3 percent. Meanwhile in Asian trading yester- 12-year lows under $28, heaping further kets) with every single sector in the red... 12-year lows below $28 a barrel owing Shell was hit also by the announce- day, Shanghai’s main stocks index pressure on financial markets from only serving to prove that yesterday’s largely to a glut of crude that is set to ment that it expects a sharp decline swung in and out of positive territory London and Paris to Russia and Shanghai. bounce was a short-lived relief rally,” said worsen as Iran pumps out extra barrels in full-year net profits, as plunging oil before ending the day one percent Foreign exchange markets were shaken Brenda Kelly, head analyst at London after the lifting of Western sanctions on prices slash the earnings of leading lower. The losses were characteristic also, with the ruble falling to a historic Capital Group. The International Tehran. The latest slump weighed on energy companies. The Anglo Dutch of the start to a year that has seen low against the dollar. European equities Monetary Fund’s announcement Tuesday share prices of energy companies, while group forecast profit after tax of world markets slump, wiping trillions were sliding by 3.0 percent approaching that it had downgraded its global growth miners suffered also on generally weaker between $1.6 billion and $2.0 billion off valuations. With Chinese New midday, following similar falls across forecast for this year added to the sense commodity markets. (1.5 billion Euros and 1.8 billion Year celebrations approaching, Asia-wiping out the previous day’s rally of doom across trading floors. In London, Royal Dutch Shell shares Euros) during 2015. This compares China’s central bank pledged $91 bil- with net profit of almost $15.0 billion lion in funding support for lenders to in 2014. provide sufficient liquidity as Crude futures have lost three quar- demand for cash surges. ters of their value since mid-2014, hit by a perfect storm of a supply glut, Key figures weak demand, a slowing global econ- London - FTSE 100: DOWN 3.0 per- omy and a strong dollar. The slump in cent at 5,699.2. Frankfurt - DAX 30: prices has slashed income also for oil DOWN 3.0 percent at 9,377.5. Paris - producing countries within and out- CAC 40: DOWN 3.3 percent at 4,133 side OPEC. EURO STOXX 50: DOWN 3.1 percent Yesterday, the dollar climbed past at 2,887.9. Shanghai - Composite: the psychological threshold of 80.10 DOWN 1.0 percent at 2,976.69 (close). rubles for the first time, past levels Tokyo - Nikkei 225: DOWN 3.7 percent seen at the shock plunge of the at 16,416.19 (close). Hong Kong - Russian currency in December 2014. Hang Seng: DOWN 3.8 percent at The worsening economic outlook 18,886.30 (close). New York - Dow: UP amid falling oil prices present a seri- 0.2 percent at 16,016.02 (close). ous challenge for President Vladimir Euro/dollar: UP at $1.0924 from Putin, whose pact with voters has $1.0912 Tuesday Dollar/yen: DOWN been based on years of economic sta- at 116.62 yen from 117.59 yen —AFP THURSDAY, JANUARY 21, 2016 THURSDAY, JANUARY 21, 2016 THURSDAY, JANUARY 21, 2016 BUSINESS

Hong Kong dollar peg at risk as stocks continue to plunge

HONG KONG: The Hong Kong dollar’s 2007 as the city’s once alluring access to kerage GEO Securities told AFP that August 2014 when it stepped in 24 alternatives given the volatility we’ve decades-old peg to the US greenback Chinese assets looks less attractive to traders “are speculating the Hong Kong times, injecting a total of $9.7 billion seen with the yuan.” Wong also suggest- could be at risk, analysts warned yester- investors. This has led to a vicious circle dollar peg may collapse”. “There is a lot into the financial system as the local dol- ed concerns about the peg were over- day, as local stocks took another pum- whereby traders are seeing the falling of speculative money around the world,” lar surged against the US unit owing to a done, while the HKMA had not yet inter- meling in an Asia-wide rout. Shares on dollar as a sign of capital outflows, he said, but added that the city’s gov- flood of cash seeking access to China’s vened. the Hang Seng Index plunged 3.82 per- which in turn leads them to continue ernment had enough firepower to booming market. “We haven’t even touched the weak cent to end near four-year lows, hit by selling stocks and hurting the currency. defend the 32-year-old peg. The Hong “The Hong Kong dollar is a victim of side yet... The HKMA will try to stabilise fears over the health of the Chinese econ- “The last few days the weakened Kong Monetary Authority is obliged to all the risk aversion across global mar- the Hong Kong dollar and at this point omy and weak oil prices, with mainland- Hong Kong dollar is affecting the invest- act by buying or selling the local dollar kets given what’s happening with we haven’t seen that happening yet, so I linked chips taking a hammering. ment sentiment, people are worrying whenever it touches either side of the China,” DBS Hong Kong managing direc- do not think this will put any pressure The bourse has slumped almost 14 that funds are going out of Hong Kong HK$7.75-HK$7.85 trading band against tor for treasury and markets Tommy Ong on it,” Wong from the brokerage firm percent since the start of the year. The markets... that’s sending a pretty nega- the greenback. The HKMA has been told Bloomberg News. However, Ong Simsen Financial group said. The HKMA sell-off has put huge pressure on the tive perspective,” financial analyst forced to intervene to protect the peg said the peg is still an attractive alterna- chief executive Norman Chan on Hong Kong dollar, which has sunk to its Jackson Wong said. on several occasions. tive. “I trust that the Hong Kong peg will Monday again vowed to continue weakest level against the US unit since And Francis Lun, of Hong Kong bro- Among the biggest was in July and stay in place because there are no better defending the dollar peg. —AFP Slowdown in Chinese economy risks global collateral damage IMF warns of ‘spillover effects’, trims growth forecasts

PARIS: Slowing growth in the manage the economy after poor nations are already paying a high His colleague Gian Maria Milesi- Chinese economy carries major risks handling of a meltdown on its price” for the Chinese slowdown Ferretti, the deputy director of the for emerging markets, and a drop in stock exchanges. and the plunge in commodities IMF’s research department, called global trade could harm Europe and prices this has caused, said for more attention to the “repercus- the United States as well, analysts Offset concerns Christine Rifflart, author of a study sions” of China’s slowdown. warn. “Meeting the economic growth on emerging markets at the French “And of course for the emerging Hours after Chinese authorities target for 2015 goes some way to Economic Observatory. “The world we have to watch very care- reported Tuesday that the economy offset concerns that Chinese marked slowdown in China has fully what is happening in countries grew by 6.9 percent in 2015, the authorities’ mismanagement of the caused collateral damage, resulting facing difficult economic situations, International Monetary Fund (IMF) stock market would spill over into in very sharp recessions in raw- Brazil and Russia come to mind.” warned of “spillover effects” from a their management of the economy material exporting countries,” she The French Economic Observatory’s Rifflart pointed out that many com- modity-exporting nations and companies have “very little margin for maneuver”. DETROIT: In this January 15, 2016, file photo, people attended the 2016 Many loaded up with debt in North American International Auto Show’s 40th annual Charity Preview at recent years when credit was cheap, often to meet higher Cobo Center. —AP Chinese demand. Now with US interest rates rising credit has Obama to take pleasure in Detroit become more expensive and the auto show as industry flourishes dollar has strengthened against emerging market currencies, mak- ongoing public health crisis, and the chal- ing it costlier to service dollar- WASHINGTON: President Barack Obama lenges that still exist for the city, its resi- denominated debt, just as the drop will take a victory lap in Detroit with a tour dents, and the business community.” in commodities prices has hit rev- of the North American International Auto enues. Show. The tour gives Obama the chance to Auto bailout “The Chinese slowdown comes highlight the industry’s remarkable turn- The White House said that Obama reiter- at a moment when emerging mar- around over the past seven years, and to ated to Weaver that his administration will kets are already in a difficult situa- remind the public that his administration continue to support state and local officials tion,” said Rifflart. “I don’t see came to the industry’s rescue at a time in their response. As to the auto industry, sources for a medium-term when most Americans opposed any further the US treasury invested about $80 billion in rebound in growth for oil and raw financial assistance for Chrysler and it during the last recession. After counting material exporters,” she said. As General Motors. loan repayments, dividends and stock sales, global trade slows, other nations “Critics said it was a ‘road to socialism’ or the federal government recovered $70.5 bil- will be hit as well. “There will be a a ‘disaster’ waiting to happen,” Obama said lion. domino effect via real effects such earlier this month. “But I’d make that bet Obama can’t take all of the credit for the as slowing demand and a conse- again any day of the week.” At the same government’s help. President George W quent drop in trade,” said Rifflart. In time, Obama is taking steps to make it clear Bush initiated the auto bailout with more Europe, Germany is in the most he’s not ignoring the water problems in than $17 billion in short-term loans. Under exposed position as seven percent nearby Flint, Mich. BEIJING: People ride an escalator in an upscale shopping mall. —AP ordinary circumstances, Bush said he would- of its exports go to China. But prob- The president signed a federal emer- gency declaration over the weekend that n’t have favored intervening to prevent auto sharper-than-expected slowdown in in 2016,” said analyst Jasper Lawler said. “We are much more con- lems there could quickly ricochet to allows up to $5 million in assistance and makers from going out of business, but in Chinese trade as it trimmed its glob- at CMC Markets UK. But overall the cerned about the perspective of its neighbors. requires a 25 percent match in funding from the midst of a financial crisis and recession, al growth forecasts for 2016. outlook for the Chinese economy is emerging markets besides China, in Moreover, Chinese companies the state. The White House also said it had allowing the industry to collapse would China grew last year at the slow- for further slowdown. particular the countries which pro- may react to their slowing home appointed a Health and Human Services send the country into a deeper and longer est rate in a quarter century, The IMF did not cut its forecast duce raw materials” than China market by dumping unsold inven- official to coordinate federal help provided recession. according to the official figures, yet for China, which sees it slowing to itself, said Jean-Michel Six, chief tory abroad-”a deflationary risk for to local responders and the state. The crisis The Obama administration also provided that pace was in fact a bit higher 6.3 percent growth this year. The economist for Europe, the Middle the rest of the world,” said Olivier began in 2014 when a state-appointed additional capital to help Chrysler and GM than what many analysts had been slowdown in the world’s second- East and Africa for Standard and Garnier, chief economist at French emergency manager switched Flint from continue operating as they restructured expecting. It also lies within largest economy, and the largest Poor’s rating agency. bank Societe Generale. That Detroit water to Flint River water to save operations prior to and during a Chapter 11 Beijing’s target range as it looks to consumer of commodities, has prospect will not cheer the money. The corrosive water caused lead to bankruptcy proceeding. The companies recalibrate the economy to a more caused the prices for raw materials Spillovers and repercussions European Central Bank (ECB), which leach from old pipes. Flint returned to the shuttered plants, laid-off workers and cut sustainable model. That helped to plunge, hammering nations The IMF’s chief economist, has been pumping 60 billion Euros Detroit system in October after elevated ties with thousands of dealerships. calm markets, which have plunged which rely heavily on their produc- Maurice Obstfeld, also warned of ($65.5 billion) of stimulus into the lead levels were discovered in children. Most Americans opposed providing a in recent weeks on fears about the tion and export. the “large spillover effects” caused euro zone economy per month to Hillary Clinton brought more attention second round of government aid. A Gallup ability of Chinese authorities to “Raw-material producing by the plunge in commodity prices. ward off deflation. —AFP to the problem - and its potential political poll from February 2009 showed that about ramifications - when she declared during 58 percent opposed giving aid to automak- Sunday’s presidential candidate debate ers in danger of going bankrupt. Only about Vietnam warns China on oil rig deployment that “every single American should be out- 41 percent supported the aid. raged” by the water crisis. She said that “if Even three years later as Americans HANOI: Vietnam has warned China not to drill for in the “undisputed waters of China”. “We hope (the) of the oil rig could give Dung-who has been out- the kids in a rich suburb of Detroit had looked back, a slight majority said they dis- oil after Beijing moved a giant rig at the centre of a Vietnamese side can view the matter calmly,” spoken over the maritime dispute with Beijing-a been drinking contaminated water and approved of the bailout, with Republicans previous maritime standoff back into disputed China’s foreign ministry spokesman Hong Lei told boost in support. being bathed in it, there would have been opposing it by a 3-to-1 margin, Gallup said. waters. The move comes a day before a crucial reporters at a regular briefing. China last moved the HY-981 oil rig into contest- action.” The auto show in Detroit is taking place as political transition begins in Hanoi as the commu- The development comes at a delicate time for ed waters in 2014, triggering protests and riots in White House spokesman Josh Earnest the industry enjoys record sales. Americans nist leadership meets for its five-yearly congress. Hanoi, with Vietnam’s ruling communist party Vietnam that left at least three people dead. Since said he didn’t expect the president to make purchased nearly 17.5 million vehicles last China has moved the HY-981 rig into an “over- preparing for a leadership change at the upcoming the rig incident, Vietnam has drawn closer to its for- a detour in Flint, but the White House not- year. Automakers use the show to unveil lapping area of continental shelves between party congress, a once-in-five-years event which mer wartime foe America, with the US partially lift- ed that Obama did meet with Flint Mayor new products and technology. The show Vietnam’s central coast and China’s Hainan Island”, starts today. The run up to this year’s meeting has ing a ban on lethal weapons sales in 2014. Vietnam Karen Weaver when she visited Washington drew more than 200,000 visitors on its open- Hanoi’s foreign ministry spokesman Le Hai Binh been marked by a bitter factional struggle between staunchly opposes China’s ongoing efforts to devel- Tuesday, saying he “heard firsthand how ing weekend for the public and manufactur- said late Tuesday. Hanoi closely monitors the move- the party’s traditional old guard, who are closer to op airstrips and military bases on the island chains the residents of Flint are dealing with the ers introduced 55 vehicles. —AP ment of the oil rig, which caused a high seas stand- Beijing, and more modern reformers like Prime it controls in the South China Sea. off and deadly anti-China riots in 2014 after it was Minister Nguyen Tan Dung. Its commercial fishing fleet routinely clashes deployed for several months in waters claimed by with Chinese fisheries patrol vessels in contested Vietnam. ‘Counterproductive’ waters from the northern Gulf of Tonkin to fishing French bank goes after “Vietnam asked China not to proceed with Vietnam expert Carl Thayer said Beijing’s move zones around the Spratly Islands hundreds of miles drilling activities and withdraw the oil rig out of the appeared “ill timed and counterproductive” coming further south. Hanoi and Beijing frequently trade trader for billions lost area,” Binh said in a statement published online. ahead of the leadership transition. “China just shot diplomatic barbs over disputed island chains and Beijing insisted yesterday that the rig was operating itself in the foot,” he said, warning the reappearance waters in the South China Sea.—AFP VERSAILLES: A French appeals court obvious.” Koubbi said any further con- began hearings yesterday into whether viction of Kerviel would be “a continua- former rogue trader Jerome Kerviel tion of this judicial dysfunction that we should repay his ex-employer Societe condemn.” Generale the 4.9 billion Euros ($5.5 bil- Branded a crook by his ex-employer lion) he gambled away through unau- and a scapegoat by his defenders, thorized trades in 2008. Kerviel says his bosses turned a blind A horde of journalists were on hand eye to his malfeasance as long as the as 39-year-old Kerviel arrived at the profits kept rolling in. Societe Generale court in Versailles, near Paris. But the on Monday rejected what it called case may have to wait for the outcome “pseudo-revelations” and a “new media of a separate bid by Kerviel, launched manipulation” in the case. Monday in Paris, for a retrial of the crim- The bank’s lawyer Jean Veil dis- inal fraud case that saw him sentenced missed as “nonsense” the idea that the to three years in jail. At issue is the bank knew of the rogue trading. It is degree of responsibility that France’s “implausible that those directly above third largest bank bore in the affair, Jerome Kerviel or the people who which could have bankrupted Societe worked with him every day knew but Generale had Kerviel’s trades not been didn’t say anything,” Veil told AFP. He discovered and unwound in time. said Kerviel’s colleagues would have no One of his lawyers, David Koubbi, interest in covering up his risky maneu- said he would ask for a delay until after vers for fear of jeopardizing their the Paris court’s ruling, set for March 21. bonuses, which depend on the per- He cited a bombshell revelation on formance of the team. Sunday that a former deputy prosecu- Kerviel’s conviction in 2010 of breach tor in the case had said it was “obvious” of trust, forgery and entering false data that Societe Generale was aware of was upheld on appeal. He was also Kerviel’s shady dealings. ordered to repay to Societe Generale A top detective in the case secretly the 4.9 billion euros he lost-although an recorded the Paris deputy prosecutor, appeals court overturned the order, Chantal de Leiris, saying in a June 2015 arguing that the bank’s internal over- conversation: “When the subject comes sight mechanisms had failed. Kerviel up, anyone even a little bit involved in left prison in September 2014 after HANOI: In this May 7, 2012 file photo released by China’s Xinhua News Agency, Haiyang Shiyou oil rig, the first deep-water finance laughs, knowing very well that spending less than five months behind drilling rig developed in China, is pictured at 320 kilometers southeast of Hong Kong in the South China Sea. —AP Societe Generale knew... it’s obvious, bars. —AFP THURSDAY, JANUARY 21, 2016 BUSINESS

Adel Al-Ghanim Automotive Company releasing the latest two models of MG

KUWAIT: Adel Al-Ghanim Automotive and innovated cars characterized by being Stability Programme (ESP), and Electronic Company (exclusive dealer for MG British cars reasonably priced and enjoyable without com- Brake force Distribution (EBD), in addition to in Kuwait) has just launched two new models promising the ideals. Consequently, MG repre- front and side airbags. of MG (MG 5 Turbo and MG 6 Turbo) within the sents a new development from its previous latest British Masterpiece of its kind, which is models, which will contribute to spread enthu- New MG 5 released in two new models for the first time siasm among customers and make them really The exciting sport and inspiring MG 5 in the State of Kuwait. These two new models distinguished. He also added that MG is Turbo hatchback for this model is considered were revealed at a press conference held at preparing to release new models in the next to be of the stylish and elegant cars for its the (Company’s Showroom in Shuwaikh - two years which are characterized by unique specifications and characteristics Airport Road), and was attended by the com- advanced designs that distinguish it from its among other brands. pany’s CEO, Mr Marzouq Adel Al-Ghanim and competitors as these models are equipped The most that distinguishes it is the red senior managers, employees, and a host of the with higher specifications than competitors’ at lines where the seats and steering wheel of representatives of the various media. very competitive prices, and we are cooperat- the driver are made of luxurious leather with ing with “General Motors” concerning the embroidered red line to add more beauty to Discovering the Pleasure of Driving development of engines . the car and its elegant breathtaking shape. In commenting on the release of the new The elegance and beauty of the car are MG 5 Turbo and MG 6 turbo, Marzouk Adel Al- Elegance through the enhanced through the specifications that Ghanim, the CEO of Adel Al-Ghanim Inspiration of the Past highlight the sense of sporting for its fans. Automotive Company, said in a press state- The design of the new car MG 6 Turbo is Under the front hood, there are a 1.5 L tur- ment on this occasion, “MG cars are consid- characterized by elegance. While its engineer- bocharged engine and 129 horsepower with a ered to be one of the most luxurious cars that ing manufacturing has been carried out in tiptronic gear transmission with six speeds rediscovers and redefines the driving pleasure, Britain, the company was keen to draw inspira- and the ability to use sport gear transmission and it is one of the iconic British brands which tion from the past. Under the front hood of the through the steering wheel (F 1), rear camera has a long history of nearly 91 years in the car, there is a 1.8 L petrol turbocharged for extra safety when parking the car with a Automotive industry. This legendary British engine. The new lucrative MG 5 Turbo master- rear sensor; and the audio entertainment set brand is experiencing a powerful revival piece is distinguished by the hatchback his smartphone to the main screen of the car tainment set (AUX - USB - CD) with a DVD, (AUX - USB - CD) with a DVD player, Bluetooth, process thanks to scientific innovations and design; its red lines; and its elegant shape, and control it instead of using the phone. Bluetooth, and touch screen. For more com- and touch screen player. For more luxury, the the various new technologies. MG has won which captivates the hearts and draws atten- fort, the car is equipped with front and rear air car has luxurious-leather seats moving electri- numerous awards in recent years, including tion at first sight glimpse. MG 6 Specifications condition with the possibility of adjusting the cally in addition to a sunroof. the third prize of the best factory by the Auto 1-1800 cc turbocharged engine and 158 temperature for the front, and the luxurious- Driver British magazine. Points of Strength horsepower with a tiptronic gear transmission leather seats moving electrically in addition to Safety in front of and around you The strengths of “MG 6 Turbo” is not limited with six speeds and the ability to use sport the xenon lightings as well as a sunroof. The car is supported by high-performance Customer Care only to the design and quality, but also gear transmission through the steering wheel safety specifications including Antilock Anthony Williams Kenny, the director of include the magnificent brake and the six (F 1), rear camera for extra safety when park- High-performance Safety Braking System (ABS), Traction Control System international design in MG, commented on speed gearbox. The car is also characterized ing the car with a rear sensor and hand one The car is supported by safety specifica- (TCS), Electronic Stability Programme (ESP), this event on the same occasion: “MG brand for the first time by the (Mirror Link) feature touch buttton brake; not to mention the tions including Antilock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD), in has always been concerned with its customers that allows the driver to connect the panel of pleasing and excitement with the audio enter- Traction Control System (TCS), Electronic addition to front and side airbags. Etihad Airways renews commitment to Abu Dhabi HSBC Golf Championship

tihad Airways is proud to announce the renewal of its sponsorship with the Abu EDhabi HSBC Golf Championship for the next five years, 2016 to 2020. The airline and Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC) have signed an agreement to extend Etihad Airways’ long- standing partnership with the annual European Tour event, which will take place from 21 to 24 January at the Abu Dhabi Golf Club. Etihad Airways’ investment further supports Abu Dhabi’s vision to position itself as a premier international golf tourism destination. The announcement was made by Peter Baumgartner, Etihad Airways’ Chief Commercial Officer, and His Excellency Aref Al Awani, ADSC’s General Secretary, at a meeting held at the air- lines headquarters in Abu Dhabi. Warba Bank launches Etihad Airways, the official airline and gold partner of the golfing event since its inaugura- ‘Al Sunbulah’, an tion in 2006, named the Abu Dhabi tourna- ment’s most successful winner, Martin Kaymer, extraordinary saving account! as its Etihad Guest Ambassador in 2014. The two-time Major winner and three-time KUWAIT: Warba Bank, the fastest growing bank day) and the first prize is KD 5,000, in addition to Abu Dhabi champion Martin Kaymer, will be up (Left to right) Peter Baumgartner, Etihad Airways’ Chief Commercial Officer, Martin Kaymer, in Kuwait, which provides a wide spectrum of five prizes of KD 1,000 each. Prizes will be against one of the championship’s strongest- Etihad Guest Ambassador, and His Excellency Aref Al Awani, ADSC’s General Secretary. Shariah compliant banking and investment, has deposited directly in the winners’ accounts with- ever fields with world number one Jordan announced the launch of its new product, Al in two days from the draw. For a customer to be Spieth, making his Arabian debut, alongside In addition, members of Etihad Airways’ loyal- working closely with Etihad Airways and our title Sunbulah, an investment savings account which eligible for the draw, he or she must have four-time Major winner Rory McIlroy, American ty program - Etihad Guest will get complimenta- sponsor HSBC to continue lifting the champi- is suitable for customers wishing to save funds deposited the amount in Al Sunbulah account hotshot Rickie Fowler and Swede Henrik ry access to the event by presenting their mem- onship’s fan and player offering to new heights.” while realizing good returns on their savings. It for a whole month before the draw date. For Stenson. bership card upon arrival. The airline also con- The partnership renewal follows HSBC’s con- also gives them a chance to win monthly prizes example, if the draw is on April 4th, 2016, the last Peter Baumgartner, Etihad Airways’ Chief tinues its ‘Etihad Most Birdies Prize’, won last year firmation that it too will continue its title spon- of a total value of KD 10,000 date to deposit into the account must be before Commercial Officer, said: “The Abu Dhabi HSBC Warba Bank continues to offer distinct advan- March 1st, 2016. Each customer will have one by Phil Mickelson. The player who cards the sorship of the championship until 2020, a clear Golf Championship is a world-class event most birdies over the four rounds of the 2016 demonstration of the bank’s commitment to the tages to its customers. Al Sunbulah account pres- draw entry for every KD 100 he or she has in the attracting some of the games’ greatest competi- ents added benefits to the bank’s current prod- account, and the number of entries will be based tournament will receive two Etihad Airways First event and belief in Abu Dhabi as a sporting des- tors to Abu Dhabi. We are very proud to contin- ucts and services and offers six monthly cash on the lowest balance a customer maintains dur- Class return tickets to any destination on the air- tination. New sponsor Mercedes Benz will also prizes that can make dreams come true. ing that month. ue our support for this initiative as it fits perfect- line’s network. drive support for the 2016 event. The new Al Sunbulah account from Warba Moreover, Al Sunbulah account by Warba ly with our strategy to reinforce Abu Dhabi as a His Excellency Aref Al Awani, ADSC’s General The Abu Dhabi HSBC Golf Championship is Bank is available to both Kuwaiti nationals and Bank is an investment saving account that totally leading hospitality and leisure destination.” Secretary, said: “Etihad Airways is the champi- owned and presented by ADSC. Tickets and tai- residents with no obligation to transfer their complies with the Islamic Sharia law and has As part of the four-day event, Etihad Airways onship’s longest-standing partner and its sup- lored packages are available via the event’s offi- salaries to Warba Bank. All eligible persons who been endorsed by the fatwa and monitoring has organised a series of community activities port over the years has played a key role in ele- cial website meet the criteria to open an Al Sunbulah account authority of the bank. Worth to mention that including a golf simulator at the Abu Dhabi Golf vating the event, and golf in Abu Dhabi, onto www.abudhabigolfchampionship.com at can do so at any of the bank’s branches in a mat- Warba Bank is mindful to provide its customers Club and a ladies best-dressed competition with the global stage. From enticing visitor packages AED50 for a daily pass and AED150 for a four-day ter of minutes or through the banking services with outstanding services through innovative a prize of two tickets on the airline’s Airbus A380 and competitions, to the highly contested pass. Guests staying at any Abu Dhabi hotel over on the bank website and through mobiles products that offer them new benefits which service to New York. ‘Etihad Most Birdies Prize’, we look forward to the championship period can enter for free. enabled with both Apple and Android systems. secure their investments. Therefore, Al Sunbulah No minimum balance is required to open the account is one account with three benefits for account, however to enter the monthly draws, a our customers; including helping to promote minimum balance of KD 100 must be maintained savings culture, giving them good monthly Three KD 5,000 winners in in the account, and the more money the client returns on their investments in risk-free assets saves in the account, the more chances he or she that are Sharia- compliant and giving customers has to win one of the bank’s prizes which are giv- monthly opportunities to win KD 5,000 provided NBK’s Al Jawhara weekly draws en throughout the year. he or she is eligible for the draw. The customer Like other accounts offered by Warba Bank, Al has the added capability to transact deposits and Sunbulah account enables its customers to ben- withdrawals electronically through the internet, KUWAIT: National Bank of Kuwait (NBK) prize of KD 250,000 quarterly. Each KD 50 efit from all the bank’s distinctive and innovative smart phones and the bank’s ATMs. There are no services including ATM access and credit cards. limitations on deposits or withdrawals in Al announced three lucky winners in Al in a customer’s account entitles them to Al Sunbulah account by Warba Bank marks a new Sunbulah account, and there will be no fees for Jawhara weekly draws during the month one entry in the draw, thus more money stage of banking services for customers that will closing the account.” of December. The draws were conducted in an account means more chances in meet their aspirations and expectations, in addi- On the same note, Warba Bank is ambitiously under the supervision of Ministry of each draw. The new feature introduced tion to promoting the concept of saving to them pursuing plans to expand in the Kuwaiti market Commerce Representatives. to al Jawhara Account enables customers while they achieve good returns on their invest- through its general strategic initiatives, and thus, Souad Abdulaziz Al Motery, Najam to double their chances when maintain- ments and remain eligible to win KD 10,000, it seeks to offer more services to attract a wider Abdullah Alshakhalha, and Ahmed Nasar ing their balance without withdrawing or whereby six people will have the chance to win segment of new customers in order to raise its Al Adwani each won KD 5,000. The win- transferring from Al Jawhara account. each month. Al Sunbulah account is marked with market share and maintain a competitive edge ners expressed their gratitude and Al Jawhara is the most popular prize- convenience and flexibility which makes it the over other local banks. This is in addition to thanked NBK for its great services and giving account in Kuwait. Al Jawhara perfect account awarding customers with valu- uplifting the Islamic banking industry through able cash prize in each draw. launching and offering services that are compli- promotions. The upcoming winner of Al account entitles account holders to enter As transparency is one of Warba Bank’s ant with the principles of our Sharia jurisdiction, Jawhara KWD 125,000 monthly draw will the weekly, monthly and quarterly Al founding values since the bank’s inception, and and giving customers practical solutions to their be announced live on Marina FM on Jawhara draws. because it is committed to the procedures set by financial requirements. In this context, Warba Tuesday, 26th of January, 2016. All prizes are automatically credited to the state of Kuwait, draws will be supervised by a Bank is keen on innovating financial services for NBK has doubled customers’ chances the winners’ accounts the day after the representative from the Ministry of Commerce individuals as well as corporations, especially in to win in the weekly, monthly and quar- draw. Al Jawhara accounts are available and Industry once the conditions are examined personal finance, investments and business terly draws when they do not withdraw for both Kuwaitis and expats and can be and met by the eligible customer accounts for banking. As such, we hope to satisfy our cus- or transfer from their accounts. NBK cus- opened at any of NBK’s branches around the draw. Draws will be done electronically at tomers and to secure continuous and viable tomers have chances to win KD 5,000 Kuwait, or through NBK website for exist- random. The day of the draw will be the first growth for the bank to achieve a pioneering role Monday of each month (provided it is a working in Islamic banking, locally and regionally. weekly, KD 125,000 monthly and a grand ing customers. THURSDAY, JANUARY 21, 2016 TECHNOLOGY Cisco Annual Security Report reveals decline in defender confidence, increased impact of industrialized attackers

KUWAIT: The Cisco(r) 2016 Annual determine the scope of a network com- supply chain and small business partner- different IT groups within a company and Compelling trends Security Report released today, which promise and to remediate damage. But, ships, they are finding that these organi- don’t interact frequently. The Cisco 2016 Annual Security Report examines threat intelligence and cyberse- an overwhelming majority of finance and zations use fewer threat defense tools l Time to detection faster: The indus- analyzes the most compelling trends and curity trends, reveals that only 45 percent line-of-business executives agreed that and processes. For example, from 2014 to try estimate for time to detection of a issues in cybersecurity from Cisco security of organizations worldwide are confident regulators and investors expect compa- 2015 the number of SMBs that used web cybercrime is an unacceptable 100 to 200 experts on the advances made by both in their security posture as today’s attack- nies to provide greater transparency on security dropped more than 10 percent. days. Cisco has further reduced this fig- the security industry and by the criminals ers launch more sophisticated, bold and future cybersecurity risk. This points to This indicates potential risk to enterprises ure from 46 to 17.5 hours, since the 2015 hoping to break through security defens- resilient campaigns. security as a growing boardroom con- due to structural weaknesses. Cisco Midyear Security Report was es. In addition, the report highlights key While executives may be uncertain cern. l Outsourcing on the rise: As part of a released. Shrinking the time to detection findings from Cisco’s second annual about their security strength, 92 percent l Aging infrastructure: Between 2014 trend to address the talent shortage, has been shown to minimize cyberattack Security Capabilities Benchmark Study, of them agree that regulators and enterprises of all sizes are realizing the focused on security professionals’ percep- investors will expect companies to man- value of outsourcing services to balance tions of the state of security in their age cybersecurity risk exposure. These their security portfolios. This includes organizations. Geopolitical trends, leaders are increasing measures to secure consulting, security auditing and incident insights into perceptions of cybersecurity their organizations’ future, particularly as response. SMBs, which often lack risk and trustworthiness, and the tenets of they digitize their operations. resources for an effective security pos- an Integrated Threat Defense round out The report highlights the challenges ture, are improving their security the report. businesses face due to the rapid advance- approach, in part, by outsourcing, which ments of attackers. Hackers increasingly is up to 23 percent in 2015 over 14 per- Resiliency tap into legitimate resources to launch cent the previous year. “Security is resiliency by design, priva- effective campaigns for profit-gain. l Shifting server activity: Online crimi- cy in mind, and trust transparently seen. Additionally, direct attacks by cybercrimi- nals have shifted to compromised With IoT and digitization taking hold in nals, leveraging ransomware alone, put servers, such as those for WordPress, to every business, technology capability $34 million a year per campaign into their support their attacks, leveraging social must be built, bought, and operated with hands. These miscreants continue to media platforms for nefarious purposes. each of these elements in mind. We can- operate unconstrained by regulatory bar- For example, the number of WordPress not create more technical debt. Instead, riers. domains used by criminals grew 221 per- we must meet the challenge head on Businesses are up against security cent between February and October today.” — John N Stewart, senior vice challenges that inhibit their ability to 2015. president, chief security and trust officer, detect, mitigate and recover from com- l Browser-based data leakage: While Cisco. mon and professional cyberattacks. Aging John N Stewart, Senior often viewed by security teams as a low- Ziad Salameh, Managing Director “Today, more than ever before, infrastructure and outdated organization- Vice President, Chief Security level threat, malicious browser exten- and General Manager Gulf, Levant increased collaboration, communication al structure and practices are putting and Trust Officer, Cisco sions have been a potential source of and Pakistan and Middle East and coordination - both within organiza- them at risk. major data leaks, affecting more than 85 Services Leader, Cisco tions and across the security industry - are The study sounds a global call-to-arms and 2015, the number of organizations percent of organizations. Adware, required to effectively combat the cyber for greater collaboration and investment that said their security infrastructure was malvertising, and even common web- damage, lowering risk and impact to cus- threats. Across the board, organizations in in the processes, technologies and people up-to-date dropped by 10 percent. The sites or obituary columns have led to tomers and infrastructures worldwide. Kuwait will need to invest in the people, to protect against industrialized adver- survey discovered that 92 percent of breaches for those who do not regularly l Trust matters: With organizations processes and technologies that will saries. Internet devices are running known vul- update their software. increasingly adopting digitization strate- enable themselves to become more nerabilities. Thirty-one percent of all l The DNS blind spot: Nearly 92 per- gies for their operations, the combined resilient in the face of new attacks and Top Research Findings devices analyzed are no longer support- cent of “known bad” malware was found volume of data, devices, sensors, and compete in the new digital age.” — Ziad l Decreasing confidence, increasing ed or maintained by the vendor. to use DNS as a key capability. This is fre- services are creating new needs for trans- Salameh, Managing Director and General transparency: Less than half of businesses l SMBs as a potential weak link: As quently a security “blind spot” as security parency, trustworthiness, and accounta- Manager Gulf, Levant and Pakistan and surveyed were confident in their ability to more enterprises look closely at their teams and DNS experts typically work in bility for customers. Middle East Services Leader, Cisco.

Canon Middle East introduces ‘Urban Facebook adds Android app Exploration’ trend in the Middle East support for Tor service

WASHINGTON: Users of Facebook Inc’s Tor is used to hide computer IP address- RAS AL KHAIMAH: Canon Middle its new printer, the PIXMA MG7740 one such hidden gem that is full of Products Android app can now privately browse the es, typically by concealing the identity of East showcased its exciting collec- and a first-of-its-kind photo storage fascinating stories. At Canon, we The products that were launched world’s largest social network through the an Internet user. Its popularity has grown tion of cameras, printers and photo device, the Connect Station CS100. want to help people enjoy their during the event include: anonymity service Tor, the company said following revelations of US spying on the storage devices at an exclusive The activity concluded with a cities in its full glory and our latest * The EOS 5D S and EOS 5D S R - on Tuesday. The feature expands a collabo- Internet by former National Security event held in Ras Al Khaimah. photography exhibition hosted at Come and See - #UAEOffLimits Breaking the boundaries of 35mm ration that allowed Facebook users to Agency contractor Edward Snowden in The leader in imaging solutions Banyan Tree Al Wadi, Ras Al Khaimah campaign aims to achieve this sensors, the new cameras offer the directly access its site via Tor’s browser on 2013. introduced for the first time in the where the photographs clicked by objective,” added Verbrugghe. highest megapixels ever seen in a personal computers. It comes as policy- Tor was funded by the US government Middle East, the unique concept of the attendees were displayed for Acclaimed photographer full frame sensor, an astonishing 50.6 makers and technology companies debate ‘Urban Exploration’ by hosting an viewing. Wouter Kingma, who guided and MP. Delivering unparalleled quality, whether digital privacy should be curbed experiential photography activity - “Canon’s brand promise is to gave the attendees photography the cameras provide an exceptional to help regulators more easily thwart hack- ‘#UAEOffLimits’ in the village of help people realise the power of tips during the activity, supported combination of resolution, respon- ers. siveness and durability, whether Kate Krauss, a spokeswoman for the Tor shooting landscapes, architecture, Project, a group of developers that over- high fashion or portraiture, either sees development of the anonymity soft- personally or professionally. ware, said Android support could help * The EOS M10 - the EOS M10 is a expand Tor due to Facebook’s large follow- brand new Compact System Camera ing. Facebook has more than 1.5 billion that distils the best of DSLR photog- monthly active users. raphy into a compact body. Ideal for “Everybody in the world needs more documenting the world around you, privacy online and almost everybody is on or stepping up from smartphone Facebook, Krauss said via Signal, an snaps, the EOS M10 combines encrypted messaging service. “This will Canon’s most advanced image allow people to choose whether to share processor, DIGIC 6, an 18 Megapixel their location or not. For some people, this sensor, and Hybrid CMOS AF II to is convenience. For others it is lifesaving.” as a communications tool to be used by deliver responsive handling and Tor has no plans to support Facebook’s dissidents in oppressive countries, but it stunning image quality in both stills mobile app for Apple Inc’s iPhone, Krauss has increasingly drawn ire from US spies and Full HD Movies. said. Facebook said in a blog post that a who are frustrated by how difficult it is l The PowerShot G9 X and G5 X - “sizeable community” has grown around to monitor the platform’s users. Using Tor Both models offer uncompromising its feature launched in 2014, which on Android requires a download of image quality and exceptional speed allowed users to access its site via Tor on Orbot, an app that is used to connect to and power, combining a 1.0-type PCs. That has prompted calls for additional Tor, and updating Facebook’s app set- back-illuminated 20.2 Megapixel Tor support, it added. tings. —Reuters CMOS sensor with DIGIC 6 processor - all packaged into beautifully com- pact and pocketable bodies. l PIXMA MG7740: The Canon PIX- India launches satellite, MA MG7740 Series is designed to deliver quality and speed, the sim- moves closer to its own GPS plicity of connecting to smart devices and the ability to print stun- NEW DELHI: India successfully launched The satellite IRNSS-1E was launched Participants at the #UAEOffLimits photography activity in Jazirat Al Hamra. ning photos. the fifth of a constellation of navigation into orbit by a locally developed space- l Connect Station CS100: The satellites on Wednesday, as part of a craft from the Sriharikota space Centre in Jazirat Al Hamra in Ras Al Khaimah. image. The new range of products the unique campaign. “Urban Connect Station CS100 is a unique program that will reduce dependency southern India. Over the next few days, The exciting event saw 10 media demonstrates Canon’s unparalleled Exploration embraces the art and photo-storage device that allows on the United States’ Global Positioning scientists will carry orbital man oeuvres influencers travel to the rustic and expertise in imaging and reflects adventure of seeking out and cap- you to quickly and easily save, view System (GPS) and other networks. India’s to place the satellite into a geosynchro- beautiful village of Jazirat Al Hamra the innovation and uniqueness the turing cast-off locations that lay and share your photos and movies, plan is to have seven satellites that will nous orbit, ISRO said in a statement. where they were given the latest company strives for, to provide the hidden behind the scenes of cities. all from one single accessible loca- provide navigational information over Two more satellites are planned to be range of cameras to try, well guided best technology to its users,” said In recent years, the urbex trend has tion. All your photos and movies can the country and up to 1,500 kilometers launched over the next several months, by host Wouter Kingma, independ- Hendrik Verbrugghe, Marketing exploded at a fast pace and has be easily imported from NFC- (932.06 miles) around the mainland, it said. India’s regional navigation system ent photographer and Canon’s Director, Canon Middle East. become a growing trend amongst enabled Canon cameras and cam- Indian Space Research Organization will provide open navigational informa- printing ambassador. “Architecture, shops, street art, adventure enthusiasts. corders with a single touch. said. tion to all users but also restricted servic- The latest collection included people...these are things that make Photography sits at the heart of Campaign hashtag: The American GPS, Russia’s Glonass es to the military. Indian Prime Minister hero models such as EOS 5D S and a city vibrant. But beneath our feet, urbex and is used to document, cel- #UAEOffLimits and Europe’s Galileo have dozens of Narendra Modi congratulated the scien- 5D SR, EOS M10, and PowerShot off the beaten track and not visible ebrate and share these hidden Facebook: @CanonME satellites to provide information across tists for their determination in setting up models such as G9 X and G5 X. on maps is a secret world waiting worlds before they crumble away Twitter: @CanonMEA the globe. China is also building its own a home-grown navigational system. “Our Canon Middle East also showcased to be explored. Jazirat Al Hamra is unnoticed,” said Wouter. Instagram: CanonME global positioning system, known as scientists keep making us proud,” he said Beidou or COMPASS. in a Twitter post. —Reuters Apple seeks nod to open India stores General Motors revs ride- amid concerns of slowing sales growth sharing tech with Sidecar MUMBAI: Apple Inc has applied to set up its own Shares in Apple, the world’s most valuable investment norms in 15 major sectors, including stores in India, one of the world’s fastest growing company by market value, are down 28 percent relaxing the mandatory local-sourcing rule for SAN FRANCISCO: Fresh from taking a $500 ing market. In December, Sidecar put out smartphone markets, as the iPhone-maker looks from their peak in April last year. The company foreign single-brand retailers in the case of “cut- million stake in ride-sharing service Lyft, US word that it was ending its ride-sharing to tap new opportunities amid worries of slow- operates more than 450 stores in 18 countries. ting-edge technology” products. auto giant General Motors has bought and delivery service in the face of better- ing growth in its main markets. Chief Financial Officer Luca Maestri told Reuters Kant said his department would examine assets and hired employees from an Uber funded rivals. That same month, GM Apple sells its iPhones, iPads and Macs in India in October that Apple had 25 stores in China and Apple’s application in view of the changes made competitor that ran out of gas. GM on announced a $500 million stake in Lyft as through third party resellers, and industry ana- was opening a new one roughly every month. for local sourcing. For years, India has been a low Tuesday said that it snapped workers and part of a “strategic alliance.” lysts estimate that the Cupertino, California- Its plans for India have been held back due to priority market for Apple as spending power is technology from ride-sharing and deliver GM will be the preferred provider of cars based company has less than a 2 percent share in restrictions on foreign investment in the retail weaker than in China, where the company’s service Sidecar, revving its drive into a to Lyft drivers through short-term rental India’s smartphone market, dominated by cheap- industry, which require single brand overseas iPhones swiftly became must-have devices after future of autonomous on-demand cars. hubs, and allow Lyft drivers and customers er brands. retailers to buy close to a third of the goods sold their 2007 launch. “In connection with Sidecar ceasing to connect through GM’s OnStar informa- The company has filed an application with at their stores from local producers. But Apple is now looking to boost its market operations, we can confirm that we have tion technology services, according to the India’s Department of Industrial Policy and Apple representatives held talks with Indian share in India’s rapidly growing market, and the attracted Sidecar employees to be integrat- companies. Promotion to open its own stores, Amitabh Kant, government officials about a relaxation of the 30 company’s recent growing spend on advertising ed into the GM urban mobility team, and The two will also jointly develop a net- secretary at the federal trade ministry unit told percent local-sourcing norms before filing the in the country has indicated an aggressive cam- acquired certain related assets, for work on work of self-driving vehicles available on- Reuters. Apple also confirmed the application fil- application, said a source familiar with the com- paign to sell more. our global mobility programs,” a GM demand for customers. “We see the future ing, but declined to give details. pany’s plans. Apple’s plans come against the India is likely to overtake the United States to spokesman said in response to an AFP of personal mobility as connected, seam- Its expansion plans in India come at a time backdrop of initiatives unveiled by Indian Prime become the world’s No. 2 smartphone market in inquiry. GM declined to disclose any other less and autonomous,” GM President Dan when concerns about slowing growth in the Minister Narendra Modi, who met with Apple 2017, according to research firm Strategy details. Ammann said when the alliance was United States and China, the world’s most impor- chief Tim Cook during his US visit last year, to Analytics. The local smartphone segment is dom- San Francisco-based Sidecar was found- announced. “With GM and Lyft working tant market for smartphones, have weighed on boost foreign investments in India. inated by Samsung Electronics and India’s ed about five years ago and competed with together, we believe we can successfully the company’s stock in the last few months. In November, the government eased foreign Micromax. —Reuters Uber and Lyft in the on-demand, ride-shar- implement this vision more rapidly.” —AFP THURSDAY, JANUARY 21, 2016 HEALTH & SCIENCE

HAVANA: Members of the Danza Voluminosa (Voluminous Dance) HAVANA: Members of the Danza Voluminosa (Voluminous Dance) HAVANA: Members of the Danza Voluminosa (Voluminous Dance) Cuban dance group rehearse at a private house. —AFP photos Cuban dance group rehearse at a private house. Cuban dance group rehearse at a private house.

HAVANA: The director of the Danza Voluminosa (Voluminous HAVANA: Juan Miguel Mas shows the wardrobe during a rehearsal. HAVANA: Members of the Danza Voluminosa group get ready for a Dance) Cuban dance group Juan Miguel Mas (right) rehearses with rehearsal. his dancers at his home.

HAVANA: Members of the Danza Voluminosa group rehearse at the National Theatre. Cuba’s plus-size ballerinas feel like dancing ‘You come here to feel like a ballerina’

HAVANA: With wide waists in white tutus, their figures there is no limit. Mas, 50, a trained dancer with a rotund an overweight body move “aesthetically better”-devel- ‘Fat women don’t dance ballet’ are far from those of typical ballerinas-but these plus- figure himself, founded the group in 1996. It once had 20 oping elegant moves adapted to bigger figures. “Our There are no jumps and few bends. In rehearsal, the bal- size Cuban dancers are determined to defy stereotypes. members, but only seven remain. Some left and two dances will not be the same as thin people’s dances,” he lerinas groan when made to hold a move for several sec- In a land with a fiercely demanding dance tradition, the have died from obesity-related illnesses. “It has not been says. onds. But in the dressing room, excitement reigns. “I’ve women have turned their large physique into an artistic easy,” says one of the members of the troupe, Maylin always liked classical dance,” said Daza. virtue, proudly taking to the stage to perform “Swan Daza, a 36-year-old housewife. “We have lost compan- Winning over the audience “But everyone knows fat women don’t dance ballet. Lake.” “You don’t come here to lose weight. You come ions to obesity. And here we are, still fighting.” The group recently put on a series of shows for the And in my family no one helped me to lose weight.” The here to feel like a ballerina,” says Juan Miguel Mas, public. “The first few times we performed, there was this National Theater show was part of a cultural exchange founder of the Danza Voluminosa troupe. “You are fat ‘Soft, wide bodies’ deathly silence. Some people got up and left. Some between the University of Massachusetts and the Cuban and you have the desire and the need to express yourself Mas set out to use his own professional dance experi- laughed,” Mas recalls. “But when people saw how devel- writers’ and artists’ union UNEAC. through movement.” ence to train people “with bodies like mine, softer and oped our work was and how impressive, with so much For the dancers, it is a measure of how far they have wider.” “I had the idea of creating a space where those work behind it and such aesthetic meaning, in the end come. Pulling on her long white gloves, Rubi Amaro recalls Fighting fat people could train and develop, and of creating dances they applauded. We won over the audience.” her first performances with the group. “It wasn’t easy at Cuba is world renowned for its slim, rigorously trained using these bodies,” he said. “It helps obese people to Then one night in early January, three dancers from first,” the 34-year-old said. dancers. But 44 percent of its population is overweight, develop not only artistically, but also socially.” The balleri- the troupe found themselves stepping out in front of an according to 2012 figures from state nutrition body SIS- nas, all women, practice twice a week in Mas’s small audience at the elite National Theater in Havana. In white “At the start people laughed. They didn’t like it. But oth- VAN. Members of Danza Voluminosa typically weigh apartment in Havana’s working class Marianao neighbor- tutus, leggings and headdresses, they stepped along in ers did.” “Now they pay more attention to the choreogra- between 100 and 120 kilos (220 to 265 pounds), but hood. Mas has spent 20 years exploring ways of making tight formation to Tchaikovsky’s score. phy. No one laughs at us now,” she added. —AFP THURSDAY, JANUARY 21, 2016 HEALTH & SCIENCE Climate change fuels bushfire risk as Australia heats up

SYDNEY: “A sunburnt country... with a piti- planet’s hottest year in modern times. In South Australia, locals told of an time climate change skeptic, said during the Victoria and adjacent South Australia, con- less blue sky”, so the famous poem goes, but Climate experts warn that with rising tem- “Armageddon-like” inferno sweeping sweltering 2013-14 summer season that the tinues to live in the same region and has where once Australia could rely on “steady, peratures, as well as decreasing rainfall in the through some areas, while in Western heat was “just part and parcel of life in noticed a stark difference in weather pat- soaking rain”, a trend of hotter and drier south, parts of Australia are so dry the risk of Australia bushfires raged out of control in a Australia”. “Australia is, to use the famous terns. “There’s definitely a noticeable change weather as the climate warms is making it bushfires is rising. Since November huge situation residents described as “like hell”. phrase, a land of droughts and flooding in the weather patterns and in the actual more vulnerable to severe bushfires. US swathes of the country have been scorched Already this year there have been scores rains,” he added, recalling the well-known vegetation... I’ve never seen the local area government scientists are widely expected by ferocious blazes, leaving a total of nine more bushfires-a recent incident at Yarloop, Dorothea Mackellar poem “My Country”. But look as dry as it does,” the 70-year-old retiree, to announced yesterday that 2015 was the dead and hundreds of homes destroyed. 110 kilometers (70 miles) south of Perth, left firefighter Sullivan said he and his colleagues who has lived in the Macedon Ranges about two dead. Firefighters warn they are facing were witnessing deteriorating conditions, 70 kilometers northwest of Melbourne for more intense, erratic blazes. “From my expe- including an apparent increase in the num- more than four decades, told AFP. rience, fires appear to be getting more ber of the most severe fires in recent years. “The trees are all flowering at different intense, harder to fight, harder to plan for... The “catastrophic” category in fire ratings times, the vegetables this year were all wind and this is having an impact on firefighting was introduced after Victoria state endured and sun burnt,” he explained. A November strategies,” Darin Sullivan, a 25-year veteran the devastating “Black Saturday” bushfires in report by the independent Climate Council New South Wales state firefighter, told AFP. 2009 that left 173 dead in Australia’s worst pointed to longer bushfire seasons across the Three of the five hottest years on record natural disaster. Another issue exacerbating globe. “What climate change is doing is load- in Australia have occurred in the last three the impact of bushfires is that more and big- ing the dice towards having the sort of con- years, according to data compiled by the ger buildings are being built in disaster- ditions that are conducive to fires spreading Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). In 2013, prone areas, with Campbell Fuller of and being very hot and more uncontrollable,” Australia experienced its warmest year on Insurance Council Australia adding that said lead author Lesley Hughes, a Macquarie record, 2014 was the third-hottest while last often the properties being constructed were University biologist and ecologist. year was the fifth-warmest. “Studies have not resilient to extreme weather events. With the BOM and national science body shown an increase in the number of days An increase in the number and intensity CSIRO expecting Australia to “warm substan- with high levels of fire danger in southern of blazes is predicted to have a serious eco- tially” this century, having already seen tem- and eastern Australia,” BOM climatologist nomic impact. Bushfires were estimated to peratures rise approximately 1.0 degree Blair Trewin told AFP. “One of the things that have cost Australia US$247 million in 2014, Celsius (1.8 degrees Fahrenheit) since 1950, is apparent is a lengthening of the fire sea- but this is forecast to soar to US$548 million Sullivan said strategies for fighting fires son, so we’re seeing more high fire danger by 2050, according to Deloitte Access needed to be overhauled and climate days in spring and autumn, as well as in the Economics, which cited population growth change addressed. “If this type of intensity core of summer.” and infrastructure density as factors. and increase continues, then our resources are very close to being overrun at times,” he AUSTRALIA: A file photo taken on October 21, 2013 shows a couple look ‘Catastrophic fires’ ‘Increasing danger’ said. “This is our workplace. When we go to at a house burnt out by bushfires in Winmalee in Sydney’s Blue Bushfires are common in Australia’s arid Ken Mansbridge, whose family home work to fight fires, our workplace is now Mountains. —AFP summer, which usually begins in December. was burnt down in the 1983 Ash Wednesday more dangerous because of climate change Former prime minister Tony Abbott, a long- bushfires that killed more than 70 people in as well.” —AFP HIV testing uncommon in teens despite recommendations

CHICAGO: Fewer than 1 in 4 high school students Pediatrics has similar advice targeting teens only. related topics. who’ve had sex have ever been tested for HIV, a Nearly half of US high school students have had Other CDC data show there’s been an overall troubling low rate that didn’t budge over eight sex, often without using condoms, which can help decline in HIV cases nationwide in recent years. years, government researchers say. Young adults prevent the spread of HIV, which causes AIDS. About 50,000 people are diagnosed each year with fared slightly better, although testing rates have About 15 percent report having had at least four HIV and 1 in 4 new infections occur in those aged declined in black women, a high-risk group. The sex partners. Some teens underestimate their HIV 13 to 24. The new study was published online Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and an risk and have doctors who are unaware of the rec- Tuesday in Pediatrics. Led by CDC health scientist influential preventive health panel recommend ommendations, according to the CDC researchers Michelle Van Handel, the researchers analyzed routine HIV testing at least once for teens and who did the study. The health agency says inade- 2005-13 national health surveys involving high adults. They also advise at least yearly screening for quate sex education is another challenge; in a school students, and 2011-13 surveys involving high-risk patients including those with multiple sex report last month, it said fewer than half of U.S. adults aged 18 to 24. Some highlights: partners, gay or bisexual boys and men and injec- high schools and middle schools teach CDC-rec- tion drug users. The American Academy of ommended sexual health education including HIV- Screening rates Overall, 22 percent of high school students WASHINGTON, District of Columbia : This illustration obtained from NASA reported ever have been tested for HIV - and only on January 20, 2016 shows that 2015 was the warmest year since modern one-third who’d had at least four sexual partners - record-keeping began in 1880, according to a new analysis by NASA’s rates that remained stable during the study. The Goddard Institute for Space Studies. —AFP rate remained at an average 27 percent for young adult men but dipped among young women from 42 percent to 40 percent. It was much higher for Was 2015 hottest year on black women but fell from 69 percent to 60 per- cent. record? US to make big reveal

HIV infections MIAMI: US government scientists are record-holder 2014 by 0.14 degrees Nearly 10,000 13- to 24-year-olds were diag- widely expected to announce that 2015 Celsius, according to the global surface nosed with HIV in 2014, CDC data show. The rate was the planet’s hottest year in modern temperature average on land and sea for was minimal for 13-year-olds, climbed to almost 9 times, amid mounting concerns over the the year, it said. out of 100,000 for 15- to 19-year-olds and nearly pace of climate change worldwide. Last tripled for 20- to 24-year olds. Van Handel said year’s global average temperature over A series of records those spikes in infections underscore the impor- land and sea surfaces is scheduled to be In a sign that the planet is warming tance of starting testing early. Adults aged 25 to 29 revealed at 11:00 am (1600 GMT), in a con- faster than ever due to greenhouse gases have the highest infection rate among age groups ference call between the National Oceanic spewed into the atmosphere when fossil - almost 36 per 100,000. Rates are higher among and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), fuels are burned, the 10 hottest years on some other groups, including blacks. the US space agency NASA and reporters. record-with the exception of 1998 — have Scientists who track climate expect all occurred since 2000, NOAA says. The tests 2015 will beat 2014 for the warmest since Berkeley Earth framed it another way, HIV screening can be done with simple blood the 1800s, particularly since NOAA pointing out that the Earth is about draws, mouth swabs or urine tests; insurance gen- announced in December that global heat halfway to a milestone-reaching the inter- erally covers FDA-approved lab tests as free pre- records were broken in nine months of the national target of seeing global average New York: This Thursday, June 26, 2008 file photo shows a developer solution vial, ventive care. Routine testing offers the best left, and test device, right, for an oral rapid HIV test at a medical center in the Bronx year, including the last seven in a row. The temperatures rise two degrees Celsius (3.6 chance for early detection and treatment, the CDC “first 11 months of 2015 were the warmest Fahrenheit) above pre-industrial levels. The borough of New York. —AP says. —AP such period on record across the world’s Earth “may begin to cross that threshold in land and ocean surfaces,” NOAA said in about 50 years,” said Berkeley Earth scien- that report, the same kind it delivers each tist Robert Rohde. month, tallying the world’s extreme weath- NOAA has said that the only way for Most Chinese cities fail er events and temperature averages. Jake 2015 not to set new records would be if Crouch, climate scientist at NOAA’s December were unusually cold — 0.43 National Centers for Environmental degrees Fahrenheit (.24 Celsius) colder air quality standards in 2015 Information, added: “At this point we’re vir- than the coldest December on record, tually certain that 2015 will be the which came in 1916. For the United States warmest year on record.” alone, 2015 was the second warmest on BEIJING: Nearly 300 Chinese cities failed to meet able online but does not publicly release histori- reduce the proportion of energy derived from Another group, Berkeley Earth-a US record, NOAA said earlier this month. national standards for air quality last year, cal data or averages. fossil fuels. But it has shied away from pledging non-profit organization that says it was Greenpeace said yesterday, despite marginal to cut total national coal use. founded by people who saw some merit in Political climate improvements in some of the worst-hit areas. Falling short Premier Li Keqiang has admitted the govern- the claims of climate change skeptics-has The United States, a leading world pol- China’s cities are often hit by heavy pollution, Air pollution levels in Shanghai, the country’s ment is not doing enough to tackle the massive already released its findings. “2015 was luter, still grapples with the outsized pres- blamed on coal-burning by power stations, financial center, rose 3.1 percent in 2015 to 53.9 public health problem. “The Chinese government unambiguously the hottest year on record,” ence of climate change deniers and skep- heavy industry and vehicle use, and it has micrograms per cubic meter. The most polluted is determined to tackle smog and pollution,” Li it said in a statement last week. “For the tics in the halls of Congress. NOAA’s become a major source of discontent with the city, with a yearly average of 119.1 micrograms said at the annual meeting of the country’s rub- first time in recorded history, the Earth’s announcement also comes against a back- ruling Communist Party. The average level of per cubic meter, was Kashgar, near the Pakistani ber-stamp parliament in March. “The progress we temperature is clearly more than 1.0 C (1.8 drop of the recently completed Paris cli- PM2.5 particulates-small enough to deeply pene- border in the far western region of Xinjiang, have made still falls short of the expectations of F) above the 1850-1900 average.” mate talks, at which the goal of capping trate the lungs-in the 366 cities monitored was which is often hit by dust and sand storms. our people.” Despite the frank comments, China’s The group was previously more cau- global warming at 2 C above preindustrial more than five times the maximum recommend- Authorities expanded the list of cities monitored leadership is still highly sensitive to grassroots tious than NOAA in anointing 2014 the levels was enshrined. In an editorial this ed by the World Health Organization (WHO), gov- to 367 in 2015 from 189. Greenpeace excluded efforts to highlight the problem. A scathing inde- hottest year on record. Berkeley Earth said month in the New York Times, former ernment data compiled by Greenpeace showed. one city in its rankings because of data inconsis- pendent video on China’s persistent air pollution, its scientists determined that 2014 ended astronaut and NASA climate scientist Piers Of those monitored-which include all of the tencies. Public discontent about the environ- “Under the Dome,” racked up hundreds of mil- in a statistical tie with 2005 and 2010. This Sellers applauded that goal but, revealing nation’s major cities-a total of 293, or 80 percent, ment has grown in China, leading the govern- lions of views last year before it was taken offline time, though, record highs in much of he has pancreatic cancer, also lamented were higher than China’s own looser national ment to declare a “war on pollution” and vow to as authorities clamped down. —AFP South America and the Middle East, and that he will not be able to see the solutions standards. China allows for a yearly average of 35 parts of the United States, Europe and Asia play out in his lifetime. “I think that future micrograms per cubic meter, versus the annual leave very little wiggle room. “Now, howev- generations will look back on 2015 as an WHO standard of 10 micrograms per cubic meter. Zafgen soars on hope of er, it is clear that 2015 is the hottest year important but not decisive year in the None of the cities in the survey met WHO stan- on record by a significant margin,” said struggle to align politics and policy with dards. The capital Beijing was the 27th most pol- reviving obesity drug tests executive director Elizabeth Muller. science,” he wrote. “This is an incredibly luted city with an average of 80.4 micrograms Specifically, 2015 exceeded the previous hard thing to do.” —AFP per cubic meter, a mere 3.3 percent decrease. NEW YORK: Zafgen Inc reported positive data on its make for a compelling case to present to the FDA. Beijing had 26 days of “heavy air pollution” in the obesity drug, which has been marred by two patient Zafgen said it would give the FDA the efficacy and safe- Philip Morris-controlled Sampoerna seeks final three months of last year, according to deaths, and said the data could help convince the US ty data from the study, along with data from another wider Indonesia reach with stronger cigarettes Greenpeace. Food and Drug Administration to allow it to restart trials trial. The company’s latest report included data from 74 South of the capital, Baoding in the industrial on the drug. The company’s shares more than doubled patients who completed the trial and 27 patients who Plans to launch ‘U Bold’ brand in more cities heartland of Hebei province was China’s second on Wednesday on hopes that Zafgen could be allowed completed at least 75 percent of the trial before the JAKARTA: PT Hanjaya Mandala Sampoerna have always been difficult for Sampoerna. most polluted city in 2015, averaging 107 micro- to develop its lead experimental drug, beloranib, which FDA placed a partial hold on studies in October after a Tbk plans to aggressively market stronger- The competitive landscape has very strong grams per cubic meter. “The principal reason for has been on clinical hold since December. Zafgen has patient died due to unknown causes. flavored cigarettes this year, its top execu- brands there,” Janelle said in an interview this higher frequency of smog in Beijing and sur- said beloranib is the first treatment to show significant The FDA asked Zafgen to halt all tests on the drug in tive said, as Indonesia’s biggest tobacco yesterday. “But we’ve made some very rounding areas this winter was wind and humidi- reduction in both body weight and hyperphagia-related December after a second patient died from an artery firm seeks to extend its dominance of one good inroads.” ty conditions,” Greenpeace said in a statement behavior in patients with Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS), blockage in the lung. The drug developer said it is still of the world’s fastest growing markets for Sampoerna competes with PT Gudang accompanying the figures. “Though weather the most common genetic cause of life-threatening trying to understand the impact of beloranib on blood cigarettes. Sampoerna, estimated to Garam Tbk and privately held Djarum conditions help smog develop, the origin of the obesity. Pathologic hunger-related urges, known as clotting in order to lower the potential risk of its use. account for a third of overall cigarette sales Group. Around $16 billion worth of ciga- pollution remains heavy coal burning across hyperphagia, dominate the lives of those suffering from Zafgen’s beloranib aims to work by making the body in Indonesia, is a major source of revenue rettes were sold in Indonesia, a country of northern China.” PWS, which can lead to the death of 3 out of every 100 produce less fat, along with burning off excess fat as for its controlling shareholder, US tobacco 250 million people, last year - a 13 percent Despite years of chronic dirty air, Beijing only patients each year. fuel, while existing drugs are designed to suppress giant Philip Morris International Inc. increase from 2014, according to consul- issued its first red pollution alert-reserved for Zafgen said on Wednesday patents given a 2.4 mg appetite by tricking the brain into thinking that the Last year, Sampoerna launched its tancy Euromonitor. Tobacco demand weak- when authorities forecast an air-quality index of dose of beloranib lost 9.45 percent of their body stomach is full. The company’s shares shot up as much stronger “U Bold” cigarettes in 10 cities ened slightly last year as growth in above 300 for at least three consecutive days-in weight, while those given a 1.8 mg dose lost 8.20 per- as 111 percent before paring some gains to trade up 86 across the populous island of Java and Southeast Asia’s biggest economy slowed, December. The Greenpeace statistics were based cent. Leerink analysts found the data encouraging and percent at $10.36 in morning trading yesterday. The President Director Paul Janelle told Reuters but Janelle said he expected the economy on official data from China’s ministry of environ- said that despite the two deaths, an effective patient stock was trading in the $30s in early October before the this roll-out would now be extended fur- to pick up this year thanks to higher gov- mental protection. It makes current levels avail- screening process and a risk mitigation strategy could company reported the first patient death. —Reuters ther. “Historically I have to admit full flavors ernment spending. —Reuters WHAT’S ON THURSDAY, JANUARY 21, 2016

CBK Reviews Its Social Responsibility in 2015

015 was another outstanding year for such programs, CBK aims at integrating those ‘Hawwen Alaihom’ Campaign Supporting educational activities Restructuring Program. the Commercial Bank of Kuwait (CBK) in people into the society and granting them In addition and in a CBK creation, CBK also Within its activities to develop education- 2terms of its social responsibility and was opportunities to prove themselves. She added organized the ‘Hawwen Alaihom’ Campaign al facilities in Kuwait, CBK annually supports Reviving heritage and Kuwaiti traditions full of activities showing its commitment to its that the activities included donating electron- where a PR team and volunteering employees the activities held by Kuwait Foundation for For over 25 years now, CBK has been social responsibility towards the whole society ic devices and teaching aids to Al-Nour School distributed gifts comprising of warm cloths, the Advancement of Science (KFAS). In a bid keen on annually issuing its own calendar and NGOs. and Al-Motanabbi school for slow learners. face masks and gloves to cleaning and con- to attract the best Kuwaiti youth, CBK also which includes artistic paintings document- In this regard, CBK’s assistant manager for CBK also sponsored the ‘Light & Color’ exhibi- struction laborers on various streets. took part in various vocational exhibitions ing and telling stories about Kuwait’s her- PR and publicity affairs, Amani Al-Wer’ stressed tion organized by Al-Wafa school. The bank held at GUST and the faculty of administra- itage and reflecting images of it. that CBK has had significant role over years also shared the Qurqai’an joy with the Down Supporting sports activities tive sciences, KU to familiarize student with Accordingly, heritage revival has been asso- towards various society segments in general Syndrome kids during Ramadan, took part in CBK sponsored many sport activities the advantages of working for CBK. CBK was ciated with CBK which, for the third year and those with special needs in particular. She the National and Liberation Day anniversaries organized by the Industry authority and vari- also keen on activating communication with and in view of the remarkable success it added that 2015 was rich in social, humanitari- at the Physiotherapy hospital and with Al-Raja ous NGOs and state bodies and establish- Kuwaiti students studying abroad by spon- achieved in previous years, held its ‘Ya Zeen an and philanthropic activities that won both school kids. ments. soring the annual conference held by Kuwait Turathna’ (What a beautiful heritage we the interest and admiration of various social Students Union in USA. have!) Campaign. media followers and users. She highlighted Supporting various social activities Communicating with staff as one family Finally, Al-Wer’ stressed theta CBK would that the activities included: In this regard, and in collaboration with The Bank enhanced its role towards its Supporting conferences and exhibitions continue its activities and efforts tailored to Kuwait Society for the Blind, CBK launched a employees by supporting their artistic talents CBK sponsored and took part in a num- highlight its social responsibilities towards People with special needs at core of our camping to print copies of the Holy Quran for by organizing the annual ìAl-Tijari Hobbyistî ber of conferences and exhibitions in 2015 all social segments by launching unique ini- attention the blind. It also visited the victims of the ter- Exhibition. CBK also honored a number of its including the Small and medium Projects tiatives organized by the PR and advertising Reviewing the activities held for people rorist attack on Al Sadeq Mosque in various employees with outstanding sports and cul- exhibition held in collaboration Tarmouk department and supported by the board of with special needs, Al-Wer’ stressed that with hospitals. tural performances. Mayor and the Manpower and Government directors and various departments.

Sheraton Kuwait bids farewell to Tejinder Ahluwalia

heraton Kuwait and Four Points by Sheraton Kuwait truly expressed his sincere feeling, saying: “I am privileged to Mr Fahed Abushaar praised the efforts of Mr Tejinder who efforts made during his long working years. bids farewell to Mr Tejinder Ahluwalia who retired after have come across many good people during my journey contributed in the development and renovation of the most At the same time Mr Abushaar and Mr Amer welcomed Shaving worked in the hotel industry for almost 30 and it is with gratitude that I look back to what we have important facilities of the hotel and worked day and night Mr Shaji Abraham who has been appointed as the Director years noting that his longest sustained period was at achieved over the past 14 years that I have worked in such a throughout the 14 years to ensure the safety of guests and of Engineering who carries almost 34 years of extensive Sheraton Kuwait where he spent 14 productive years and large organization and a great school managed by an enor- staff. Mr Abushaar added: “It is with regret that we experience acquired in the field of engineering in the hotel accompanied the most essential evolution stages of both mous and shining leader in the hospitality industry. I would announce the retirement of Mr Tejinder Ahluwalia, one of industry since 1981. Mr Shaji has several certificates that hotels, overseeing the renovations that Sheraton Kuwait like to also thank Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide who the pillars of Sheraton Kuwait and Four Points by Sheraton were gained through his long career path in addition to a went through over the last 10 years and the inauguration of helped me build the first bridges in my career history since Kuwait family who is leaving us to pursue traveling and play- bachelor in Engineering Management enabling him to effi- the Four Points by Sheraton Kuwait’s in 2003 and had a vital 1982. He also expressed gratitude and appreciation to Mr ing with his grandchildren full-time. We will not only miss ciently manage engineering department in several hotels role in its expansion in 2013. Today Mr Ahluwalia leaves Fahed Abushaar - General Manager of Sheraton Kuwait and his technical expertise but his ever present good cheer. inside and outside Kuwait, in addition to overseeing the Sheraton Kuwait to pursue a new calling which is family and Mr Mounir Amer - General Manager of Four Points by Thank you for being such a dedicated person at work, we opening of different hotels in Kuwait and Bahrain. Mr to settle down in his hometown in India. Sheraton Kuwait for their sincere trust and enduring confi- wish you a relaxing and a well deserved retirement”. In his Abushaar and Mr Amer welcomed and presented him the On this occasion, Mr Ahluwalia marked few words that dence that were given to him during the whole 14 years. turn, Mr Mounir Amer commended Mr Tejinder for the great most sincere congratulations upon his new responsibilities. ABK sponsors LOYAC’s 4th Blood Donation Drive IMAX film program Thursday: Pandas: The Journey Home 3D 12:30pm l Ahli Bank of Kuwait announced its spon- with active organizations that aim to create a it www.eahli.com or contact an ABK representa- ** 9:30am Showtime Available for Groups Secret Ocean 3D 5:30pm sorship of the Lothan Youth Achievement more prosperous future for Kuwait. For more tive via ‘Ahli Chat’ or by contacting a customer Journey to Space 3D 10:30am, 7:30pm Titans of Ice Age 3D 8:30pm Kenya: Animal Kingdom 3D 11:30am, 6:30pm, Center’s (LOYAC) 4th Blood Donation information on Al Ahli Bank of Kuwait please vis- service agent via ‘Ahlan Ahli’ at 1899899. A 9:30pm Monday: Drive, which is scheduled to take place on Galapagos 3D 12:30pm ** 9:30am Showtime Available for Groups Saturday, the 23rd of January. The event will Pandas: The Journey Home 3D 5:30pm Secret Ocean 3D 10:30am, 7:30pm commence with a bike motorcade that will start Secret Ocean 3D 8:30pm Journey to Space 3D 11:30am, 5:30pm, from the LOYAC offices in Al Qibliya School and 8:30pm end at the Dasman Diabetes Institution. The bik- Friday: Kenya: Animal Kingdom 3D 12:30pm, 6:30pm ers participating in the motorcade will be donat- Journey to Space 3D 2:30pm, 6:30pm, Pandas: The Journey Home 3D 9:30pm ing blood upon arriving to the Dasman Diabetes 9:30pm Center, which will also be open to the public for Pandas: The Journey Home 3D 3:30pm Tuesday: interested donors from 12pm to 4pm. Secret Ocean 3D 4:30pm ** 9:30am Showtime Available for Groups Commenting on this sponsorship, Emiranda Mysteries of the Unseen World 3D 5:30pm Pandas: The Journey Home 3D 10:30am, 7:30pm Winter AGM, Corporate Communications said: Titans of Ice Age 3D 7:30pm Kenya: Animal Kingdom 3D 11:30am, 9:30pm “At ABK we firmly believe in the importance of Kenya: Animal Kingdom 3D 8:30pm Journey to Space 3D 12:30pm, 5:30pm, supporting initiatives that encourage individuals 8:30pm Saturday: Secret Ocean 3D 6:30pm to contribute and make a life changing differ- ** 9:30am Showtime Available for Groups ence. By sponsoring the 4th LOYAC Blood Fires of Kuwait 10:30am Wednesday: Donation Drive, we are raising awareness among Journey to Space 3D 11:30am, 2:30pm, the public, and hope to elevate the spirit of giv- ** 9:30am Showtime Available for Groups 5:30pm, 8:30pm Mysteries of the Unseen World 3D 10:30am ing and coming together to donate blood in Mysteries of the Unseen World 3D 12:30pm Journey to Space 3D 11:30am, 6:30pm, support of those who need it the most. We Secret Ocean 3D 1:30pm, 6:30pm 9:30pm Galapagos 3D 3:30pm would like to encourage everyone that is able to Secret Ocean 3D 12:30pm Pandas: The Journey Home 3D 4:30pm donate to Donate & Save a Life.” Kenya: Animal Kingdom 3D 5:30pm Kenya: Animal Kingdom 3D 7:30pm LOYAC is a nonprofit organization that works Galapagos 3D 7:30pm Titans of Ice Age 3D 9:30pm towards the overall development of the youth. It Pandas: The Journey Home 3D 8:30pm designs and develops many programs to facili- Sunday: Notes: tate the professional development and personal - All films are in Arabic, except ‘Fires of Kuwait 2D’ growth of the youth, ages 6 to 30. ABK continu- ** 9:30am Showtime Available for Groups Journey to Space 3D 10:30am, 6:30pm, - For English, headsets are available upon request. ously seeks to make a solid presence in the com- 9:30pm - Film schedule is subject to changes without notice. munities in which it operates by joining hands Kenya: Animal Kingdom 3D 11:30am, 7:30pm For information call 1 848 888 or visit www.tsck.org.kw THURSDAY, JANUARY 21, 2016 TV PROGRAMS

17:00 The Next Step 06:00 Streetdance: All Stars 17:25 Liv And Maddie 08:00 Down To Earth 17:50 Jessie 10:00 The Ladykillers 18:15 Austin & Ally 12:00 Christmas At Castlebury Hall 18:40 I Didn’t Do It 02:30 The Big C 14:00 Planet 51 00:20 Misfit Garage 19:05 Best Friends Whenever 04:30 The Tonight Show Starring 16:00 Down To Earth 01:10 Mythbusters 19:30 Violetta Jimmy Fallon 18:00 How To Lose A Guy In 10 02:00 The Carbonaro Effect 20:20 The Next Step 05:30 Young & Hungry Days 02:25 The Carbonaro Effect 20:45 Good Luck Charlie 06:00 Til Death 20:00 Ride Along 02:50 You Have Been Warned 21:10 Good Luck Charlie 07:00 Late Night With Seth Meyers 22:00 The Inbetweeners Movie 2 03:40 Storage Hunters UK 21:35 Wizards Of Waverly Place 08:30 Young & Hungry 04:05 The Liquidator 22:00 Binny And The Ghost 11:00 The Tonight Show Starring 04:30 Storage Wars Canada 22:25 Sabrina Secrets Of A Jimmy Fallon 05:00 What Happened Next? Teenage Witch 12:00 Til Death 05:30 How Machines Work 22:50 Sabrina Secrets Of A 13:00 Young & Hungry 06:00 Yukon Men Teenage Witch 16:30 Til Death 01:30 Reclaim-PG15 06:50 Wheeler Dealers 17:00 Late Night With Seth Meyers 03:15 Scenic Route-PG15 07:40 Misfit Garage 18:30 Benched 05:00 I’ll Follow You Down-PG15 08:30 Storage Hunters UK 19:00 Community 07:00 The Dependables-PG15 08:55 The Liquidator 19:30 Baby Daddy 09:00 Sunshine On Leith-PG15 09:20 Storage Wars Canada 20:00 The Tonight Show Starring 00:00 Keeping Up With The 10:45 I’ll Follow You Down-PG15 09:45 What Happened Next? Jimmy Fallon Kardashians 12:30 Paranoia-PG15 10:10 How Machines Work 22:00 Web Therapy 00:55 The Grace Helbig Show 14:30 Mandela: Long Walk To 10:35 Mythbusters 22:30 Girls 01:25 Keeping Up With The Freedom-PG15 11:25 The Carbonaro Effect 23:00 The Big C Kardashians 17:00 Sunshine On Leith-PG15 11:50 The Carbonaro Effect 23:30 Late Night With Seth Meyers 02:20 #RichKids Of Beverly Hills 19:00 The Railway Man-PG15 12:15 You Have Been Warned 21:00 A Walk Among The 13:05 Storage Hunters UK 04:10 E! Entertainment Special 05:05 Ryan Seacrest With The Tombstones-PG15 13:30 The Liquidator 23:00 The Grief Tourist-PG15 13:55 Storage Wars Canada Kardashians 14:20 Yukon Men 06:00 Keeping Up With The 00:00 Salem 15:10 Wheeler Dealers Kardashians 01:00 Marvel’s Agent Carter 16:00 Misfit Garage 07:50 Style Star 03:00 American Horror Story: Hotel 16:50 What Happened Next? 08:20 E! Entertainment Special 04:00 The Fosters 17:15 How Machines Work 09:15 Giuliana & Bill 05:00 The Ellen DeGeneres Show 17:40 What On Earth? 10:15 Giuliana & Bill 06:00 White Collar 00:30 Bessie 18:30 Deadly Islands 11:10 #RichKids Of Beverly Hills 07:00 Drop Dead Diva 02:30 The Nightmare Before 19:20 Ed Stafford: Into The 12:05 WAGs 08:00 Witches Of East End Christmas Unknown 13:05 WAGs 09:00 The Fosters 04:00 The Immigrant 20:10 The Liquidator 14:05 New Money 10:00 White Collar 06:00 Reds 20:35 Storage Wars Canada 15:00 Keeping Up With The 11:00 Drop Dead Diva 09:30 Where Angels Fear To Tread 21:00 What On Earth? Kardashians 12:00 Coronation Street 11:30 The Nightmare Before 21:50 Unearthed 17:00 Fashion Bloggers 12:30 Coronation Street Christmas 22:40 Treasure Quest: Snake 18:00 E! News 13:00 The Ellen DeGeneres Show 13:00 The Invisible Woman Island 19:00 House Of DVF 14:00 Witches Of East End 15:00 The Alamo 23:30 Wheeler Dealers 20:00 Keeping Up With The 15:00 Live Good Morning America 17:30 Where Angels Fear To Tread Kardashians 17:00 The Ellen DeGeneres Show 19:30 25th Hour 21:00 Dash Dolls 18:00 Witches Of East End 22:00 The Savages 22:00 E! News 19:00 American Idol 23:00 The Soup 20:00 The Flash 23:30 Sex With Brody 21:00 Blindspot 00:35 Mythbusters 22:00 Empire 01:20 How It’s Made: Dream Cars 23:00 Secrets And Lies 01:15 The Remaining-PG15 01:44 How It’s Made: Dream Cars 03:00 Dragonheart 3: The 02:08 Invent It Rich Sorcerer’s Curse-PG15 02:55 What Could Possibly Go 04:45 The Imitation Game-PG15 Wrong? 06:45 Get On Up-PG15 03:42 How The Universe Works 00:00 Diners, Drive-Ins And Dives 09:00 Into The Storm-PG15 04:29 Mythbusters 01:00 Chopped 11:00 Northpole-PG 00:00 The Ellen DeGeneres Show 05:16 Invent It Rich 02:00 All Star Academy 13:00 The Single Moms Club 01:00 Good Morning America 06:03 What Could Possibly Go 03:00 Roadtrip With G. Garvin 15:00 The Signal-PG15 03:00 Downton Abbey Wrong? 04:00 Diners, Drive-Ins And Dives 17:00 Into The Storm-PG15 04:00 Blood & Oil 06:50 Prototype This 05:00 Guy’s Grocery Games 19:00 The Drop-PG15 05:00 Good Morning America 07:37 How Do They Do It? 06:00 Chopped 21:00 The Judge-PG15 07:00 Coronation Street 08:00 How Do They Do It? 07:00 Man Fire Food 23:30 Bad Words-18 08:23 Mythbusters 08:00 Chopped 07:30 Coronation Street 09:08 How The Universe Works 09:00 Grandma’s Secret Cookbook 08:00 The Ellen DeGeneres Show 09:53 Prototype This 10:00 The Kitchen 09:00 Supernatural 10:38 How It’s Made: Dream Cars 11:00 Barefoot Contessa: Back To 10:00 Coronation Street 11:23 Food Factory Basics 10:30 Coronation Street 12:08 What Could Possibly Go 12:00 Chopped 11:00 The Ellen DeGeneres Show 01:15 Ghatothkach - Master Of Wrong? 13:00 Guy’s Big Bite 12:00 Resurrection Magic 12:53 Prototype This 14:00 Diners, Drive-Ins And Dives 13:00 Shark Tank 03:00 Christmas Is Here Again 13:38 Mythbusters 15:00 Roadtrip With G. Garvin 14:00 Supernatural 04:30 Bamse And The City Of 14:23 How It’s Made: Dream Cars 16:00 Chopped 15:00 Survivor: Cambodia Thieves 15:10 How The Universe Works 17:00 The Kitchen 16:00 The Voice 06:00 The Dragon Pearl 15:57 Food Factory 18:00 Siba’s Table 17:00 Resurrection 07:45 Krazzy Planet 16:20 Food Factory 18:30 Grandma’s Secret Cookbook 18:00 Shark Tank 09:30 Vampire Dog 16:44 What Could Possibly Go 19:00 Chopped 19:00 Supernatural 11:15 Back To The Sea Wrong? 20:00 Guy’s Grocery Games 20:00 Resurrection 13:00 Christmas Is Here Again AGE OF DINOSAURS ON OSN MOVIES ACTION HD 17:31 Prototype This 21:00 Rev Run’s Sunday Suppers 21:00 Shark Tank 14:30 Moomins And The Comet 18:18 How The Universe Works 22:00 Dinner At Tiffani’s 22:00 Downton Abbey Chase 17:15 Seven Years In Tibet 04:10 Henry Hugglemonster 17:25 Jungle Cubs 10:50 Boyster 19:05 Mythbusters 22:30 Dinner At Tiffani’s 23:00 Blood & Oil 16:00 Pim And Pom: The Big 19:30 Teen Witch 04:20 Calimero 17:50 Aladdin 11:20 Boyster 19:50 How The Universe Works 23:00 Reza, Spice Prince Of Adventure 21:00 Breaking Bad 04:35 Zou 18:15 Gummi Bears 11:45 Pair Of Kings 20:40 What Could Possibly Go Thailand 18:00 Vampire Dog 22:00 Kuffs 04:45 Loopdidoo 18:40 Jake And The Never Land 12:10 Pair Of Kings Wrong? 20:00 Pororo: The Racing 23:40 Sirens 05:00 Art Attack Pirates 12:35 Lab Rats 21:25 How It’s Made: Dream Cars Adventure 01:15 1984 05:25 Henry Hugglemonster 19:05 Miles From Tomorrow 13:00 Lab Rats 22:15 How The Universe Works 19:30 Sofia The First 13:30 Phineas And Ferb 00:00 Dead Drop 22:00 Moomins And The Comet 05:35 Calimero 23:45 What Could Possibly Go 19:55 Doc McStuffins 13:55 Phineas And Ferb 02:00 Enemies Closer Chase 05:50 Zou Wrong? 20:15 Jake And The Never Land 14:20 Kickin’ It 04:00 The Prince 23:30 Pim And Pom: The Big 06:00 Loopdidoo Adventure 06:15 Art Attack Pirates 14:45 Kickin’ It 05:45 Jaws: The Revenge 20:45 Sheriff Callie’s Wild West 15:10 Disney Mickey Mouse 07:30 The Amazing Spider-Man 2 06:35 Henry Hugglemonster 00:10 Pick Me! 21:05 Mickey Mouse Clubhouse 15:15 Rocket Monkeys 10:00 The Italian Job (2003) 03:00 Crime Stories 06:50 Calimero 01:05 Emmerdale 21:35 Sofia The First 15:40 Penn Zero: Part Time Hero 12:00 The Prince 04:00 Crimes That Shook Britain 07:00 Zou 01:30 Coach Trip 22:00 Jungle Cubs 16:05 Star vs The Forces Of Evil 13:45 Age Of Dinosaurs 05:00 The Ghost Inside My Child 07:20 Loopdidoo 00:40 Who On Earth Did I Marry? 02:00 Coronation Street 22:25 Aladdin 16:30 Kirby Buckets 15:15 The Amazing Spider-Man 2 06:00 The Haunting Of... 07:35 Art Attack 01:05 Who On Earth Did I Marry? 02:30 Murdoch Mysteries 00:00 Dark Skies-PG15 22:50 Gummi Bears 16:55 Gamers Guide To Pretty 17:45 The Italian Job (2003) 07:00 Homicide Hunter 08:00 Calimero 01:30 The Haunted 03:25 Pick Me! 02:00 Life After Beth-PG15 23:20 Lilo And Stitch Much Everything 19:45 The Perfect Storm 08:00 Surveillance Oz 08:10 Zou 02:20 Ghost Lab 04:20 Safe House 03:45 The Past-PG15 23:45 Cars Toons 17:25 K. C. Undercover 22:00 The Hulk 09:00 Surveillance Oz 08:25 Loopdidoo 03:10 Scorned: Crimes Of Passion 05:15 The Chase 06:00 Mercenaries-PG15 10:00 I Killed My BFF 08:40 Jake And The Never Land 23:50 Zou 17:50 Supa Strikas 04:00 Deadline: Crime With Tamron 06:10 Cook Me The Money 08:00 The Package-PG15 11:00 Crimes That Shook Britain Pirates 00:05 Henry Hugglemonster 18:15 Lab Rats Hall 07:05 Coach Trip 10:00 Tales Of The Night-PG 12:00 Crime Stories 09:05 Sofia The First 00:20 Calimero 18:40 Mighty Med 04:45 Who On Earth Did I Marry? 07:30 Code Of A Killer 12:00 Grudge Match-PG15 13:00 Homicide Hunter 09:30 Miles From Tomorrow 00:35 Zou 19:10 Annedroids 05:10 Who On Earth Did I Marry? 08:25 Safe House 14:00 Marvel’s Hulk vs. Thor & 14:00 After The First 48 09:55 The Hive 00:50 Loopdidoo 19:35 Star vs The Forces Of Evil 05:30 The Haunted 09:20 Murdoch Mysteries Wolverine-PG 15:00 I Killed My BFF 10:05 Mickey Mouse Clubhouse 01:05 Art Attack 20:00 Kirby Buckets 06:20 Deadly Affairs 10:15 The Chase 16:00 The Package-PG15 01:30 Henry Hugglemonster 20:25 Gamers Guide To Pretty 00:00 Enemies Closer-PG15 16:00 Crimes That Shook Britain 10:35 Doc McStuffins 07:10 True Crime With Aphrodite 11:10 Coach Trip 18:00 Last Vegas-PG15 01:45 Calimero Much Everything 02:00 The Prince-PG15 17:00 Crime Stories 11:00 Sofia The First Jones 11:35 Pick Me! 20:00 Birdman-PG15 02:00 Zou 20:55 K. C. Undercover 03:45 Jaws: The Revenge-PG15 18:00 The First 48 11:30 Jake And The Never Land 08:00 Dr G: Medical Examiner 12:30 Cook Me The Money 22:00 Hit And Run-18 02:15 Loopdidoo 21:20 Supa Strikas 05:30 The Amazing Spider-Man 2 19:00 After The First 48 Pirates 08:50 On The Case With Paula 13:25 Emmerdale 02:30 Art Attack 21:45 Lab Rats 08:00 The Italian Job (2003)-PG15 20:00 Homicide Hunter 12:00 Miles From Tomorrow Zahn 13:50 Coach Trip 02:55 Henry Hugglemonster 22:10 Mighty Med 10:00 The Prince-PG15 21:00 Crime Stories 12:25 Special Agent Oso 09:40 Fatal Encounters 14:20 Coronation Street 22:40 Super Matrak 11:45 Age Of Dinosaurs-PG15 22:00 Crimes That Shook Britain 12:40 The Hive 10:30 Murder Shift 14:45 Murdoch Mysteries 23:05 Super Matrak 13:15 The Amazing Spider-Man 2 23:00 50 Ways To Kill Your Lover 12:50 Handy Manny 11:20 Deadly Affairs 15:35 Pick Me! 23:30 Boyster 15:45 The Italian Job (2003)-PG15 00:00 Private Crimes 13:15 Jungle Junction 12:10 True Crime With Aphrodite 16:30 The Jonathan Ross Show 17:45 The Perfect Storm-PG15 00:30 Private Crimes 13:30 Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Jones 17:25 The Chase: Celebrity Thursday, 21/01/16 20:00 The Hulk-PG15 01:00 Britain’s Darkest Taboos 14:00 Sofia The First 13:00 The Will Specials AMC 02:00 Britain’s Darkest Taboos 14:25 Doc McStuffins 13:50 I Almost Got Away With It 22:30 Inside-PG15 04:40 Brannigan 07:00 Star vs The Forces Of Evil 03:00 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 18:20 Cook Me The Money 14:50 Henry Hugglemonster 07:25 K. C. Undercover 14:40 California Investigator 06:30 Big Screen 03:24 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 19:10 Coronation Street 15:15 Zou 07:50 Supa Strikas 15:05 Dr G: Medical Examiner 19:35 Pick Me! 06:45 Earthbound 15:30 Mickey Mouse Clubhouse 03:48 Henry Danger 15:55 Fatal Encounters 08:20 Beat Street 08:15 Lab Rats 20:30 The Jonathan Ross Show 15:55 Loopdidoo 08:40 Annedroids 04:12 Nicky, Ricky, Dicky & Dawn 16:45 On The Case With Paula 21:25 The Chase: Celebrity 10:05 Nobody’s Fool 16:10 Miles From Tomorrow 04:36 The Haunted Hathaways Zahn 11:50 Big Screen 03:05 Calimero 09:10 Kirby Buckets Specials 16:35 Jake And The Never Land 09:35 Penn Zero: Part Time Hero 05:00 Winx Club 17:35 Murder Shift 22:20 Coronation Street 00:00 I Give It A Year 12:05 The Magnificent Seven Ride! 03:20 Zou Pirates 05:24 Sanjay And Craig 03:30 Loopdidoo 10:00 Rocket Monkeys 18:25 I Almost Got Away With It 22:50 Emmerdale 02:00 Date Night 13:45 Eight Men Out 17:00 Sofia The First 05:48 Sanjay And Craig 03:45 Art Attack 10:25 Ultimate Spider-Man 19:15 The Will 04:00 The Ladykillers 15:45 Mannequin 06:12 SpongeBob SquarePants 20:05 Deadly Affairs 06:36 SpongeBob SquarePants 20:55 True Crime With Aphrodite 07:00 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Jones 21:45 California Investigator 07:24 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 22:10 Who On Earth Did I Marry? 07:48 Sanjay And Craig 22:35 Who On Earth Did I Marry? 08:12 Harvey Beaks 23:00 Deadly Affairs 08:36 Breadwinners 09:00 Get Blake 09:24 Rabbids Invasion 09:48 Henry Danger 10:12 Nicky, Ricky, Dicky & Dawn 10:36 The Haunted Hathaways 00:00 Violetta 11:00 Winx Club 00:45 The Hive 11:24 SpongeBob SquarePants 00:50 Sabrina Secrets Of A 11:48 SpongeBob SquarePants Teenage Witch 12:12 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 01:15 Sabrina Secrets Of A 12:36 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Teenage Witch 13:00 Breadwinners 01:40 Wolfblood 13:24 Breadwinners 02:05 Wolfblood 13:48 Get Blake 02:30 Violetta 14:12 Rabbids Invasion 03:15 The Hive 14:36 100 Things To Do Before 03:20 Sabrina Secrets Of A High School Teenage Witch 15:00 Nicky, Ricky, Dicky & Dawn 03:45 Sabrina Secrets Of A 15:24 SpongeBob SquarePants Teenage Witch 15:48 SpongeBob SquarePants 04:10 Wolfblood 16:36 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 04:35 Wolfblood 17:00 Sanjay And Craig 05:00 Violetta 05:45 The Hive 17:24 Harvey Beaks 05:50 Mouk 17:48 Breadwinners 06:00 Lolirock 18:12 Henry Danger 06:25 Sofia The First 18:36 Nicky, Ricky, Dicky & Dawn 06:50 That’s So Raven 19:00 100 Things To Do Before 07:15 Gravity Falls High School 07:40 Jessie 19:24 Max & Shred 08:05 Shake It Up 19:48 SpongeBob SquarePants 08:30 Shake It Up 20:12 Harvey Beaks 08:55 That’s So Raven 20:36 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 09:20 That’s So Raven 21:00 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 09:45 Austin & Ally 21:24 Breadwinners 10:10 Austin & Ally 21:48 Breadwinners 10:35 A.N.T. Farm 22:12 Sanjay And Craig 11:00 A.N.T. Farm 22:36 Sanjay And Craig 11:25 Jessie 23:00 SpongeBob SquarePants 11:50 Jessie 23:24 SpongeBob SquarePants 12:20 Hank Zipzer 23:48 Henry Danger 12:45 Fish Hooks 00:12 Nicky, Ricky, Dicky & Dawn 13:10 Good Luck Charlie 00:36 Max & Shred 13:35 I Didn’t Do It 14:00 Dog With A Blog 01:00 100 Things To Do Before 14:30 H2O High School 14:55 Girl Meets World 01:24 Sanjay And Craig 15:20 Liv And Maddie 01:48 Sanjay And Craig 15:45 Jessie 02:12 SpongeBob SquarePants 16:10 Violetta INTO THE STORM ON OSN MOVIES HD 02:36 SpongeBob SquarePants Classifieds

THURSDAY, JANUARY 21, 2016

Kuwait KNCC PROGRAMME FROM THURSDAY TO WEDNESDAY (21/01/2016 TO 27/01/2016)

SHARQIA-1 DARKNESS DESCENDS 3:00 PM THE 5TH WAVE 9:30 PM LOST IN THE SUN 12:15 PM DILWALE - Hindi 5:00 PM THE 5TH WAVE 12:15 AM LOST IN THE SUN 2:30 PM DICTATOR - Telugu 5:00 PM DARKNESS DESCENDS 4:30 PM DARKNESS DESCENDS 8:00 PM AVENUES-2 DARKNESS DESCENDS 6:30 PM DARKNESS DESCENDS 10:00 PM DARKNESS DESCENDS 12:00 PM LOST IN THE SUN 8:30 PM DARKNESS DESCENDS 12:05 AM DARKNESS DESCENDS 2:15 PM DARKNESS DESCENDS 10:30 PM DARKNESS DESCENDS 4:30 PM LOST IN THE SUN 12:30 AM FANAR-3 DARKNESS DESCENDS 6:45 PM RIDE ALONG 2 12:30 PM DARKNESS DESCENDS 9:00 PM SHARQIA-2 RIDE ALONG 2 2:30 PM DARKNESS DESCENDS 11:30 PM MIN DAHAR RAGEL - Arabic 12:15 PM KUNG FU STYLE 4:30 PM RIDE ALONG 2 2:00 PM RIDE ALONG 2 6:30 PM AVENUES-3 MIN DAHAR RAGEL - Arabic 3:45 PM RIDE ALONG 2 8:30 PM OUR BRAND IS CRISIS 1:00 PM THE 5TH WAVE 6:45 PM RIDE ALONG 2 10:30 PM OUR BRAND IS CRISIS 1:30 PM MIN DAHAR RAGEL - Arabic 9:15 PM RIDE ALONG 2 12:30 AM FRI MIN DAHAR RAGEL - Arabic 12:15 AM OUR BRAND IS CRISIS 3:45 PM FANAR-4 SHARQIA-3 MIN DAHAR RAGEL - Arabic 12:15 PM OUR BRAND IS CRISIS 6:15 PM RIDE ALONG 2 1:00 PM RIDE ALONG 2 1:30 PM OUR BRAND IS CRISIS 8:45 PM THE BOY 2:45 PM MIN DAHAR RAGEL - Arabic 3:15 PM OUR BRAND IS CRISIS 11:15 PM RIDE ALONG 2 4:45 PM MIN DAHAR RAGEL - Arabic 6:15 PM RIDE ALONG 2 6:45 PM MIN DAHAR RAGEL - Arabic 9:15 PM 360º- 1 THE BOY 8:45 PM MIN DAHAR RAGEL - Arabic 12:15 AM RIDE ALONG 2 11:45 AM RIDE ALONG 2 10:45 PM RIDE ALONG 2 1:45 PM THE BOY 12:45 AM FANAR-5 RIDE ALONG 2 3:45 PM THE BOY 11:45 AM RIDE ALONG 2 5:45 PM MUHALAB-1 THE BOY 1:45 PM RIDE ALONG 2 7:45 PM DARKNESS DESCENDS 11:30 AM THE BOY 3:45 PM RIDE ALONG 2 9:45 PM KUNG FU STYLE 1:30 PM THE 5TH WAVE 5:45 PM RIDE ALONG 2 11:45 PM DILWALE - Hindi 3:30 PM THE BOY 8:15 PM DICTATOR - Telugu 3:30 PM THE 5TH WAVE 10:15 PM 360º- 2 OUR BRAND IS CRISIS 6:30 PM THE BOY 12:45 AM KUNG FU STYLE 12:15 PM DARKNESS DESCENDS 8:45 PM KUNG FU STYLE 2:15 PM DARKNESS DESCENDS 10:45 PM MARINA-1 KUNG FU STYLE 4:15 PM 112 OUR BRAND IS CRISIS 12:45 AM LOST IN THE SUN 11:30 AM DILWALE - Hindi 6:15 PM THE 5TH WAVE 1:30 PM DILWALE - Hindi 9:30 PM MUHALAB-2 OUR BRAND IS CRISIS 3:45 PM THE BOY 12:30 AM RIDE ALONG 2 12:00 PM LOST IN THE SUN 6:00 PM Automated enquiry RIDE ALONG 2 2:00 PM THE 5TH WAVE 8:00 PM 360º- 3 THE REVENANT 4:00 PM OUR BRAND IS CRISIS 10:15 PM DARKNESS DESCENDS 1:00 PM about the SOGGADE CHINNI NAYANA -Telugu 4:00 PM LOST IN THE SUN 12:30 AM DARKNESS DESCENDS 3:15 PM RIDE ALONG 2 7:00 PM Civil ID card is DARKNESS DESCENDS 5:30 PM RIDE ALONG 2 9:00 PM MARINA-2 RIDE ALONG 2 11:00 PM RIDE ALONG 2 12:00 PM DARKNESS DESCENDS 7:45 PM 1889988 RIDE ALONG 2 1:00 AM RIDE ALONG 2 2:00 PM DARKNESS DESCENDS 10:00 PM THE REVENANT 4:00 PM DARKNESS DESCENDS 12:15 AM MUHALAB-3 RIDE ALONG 2 7:00 PM MIN DAHAR RAGEL - Arabic 11:45 AM THE REVENANT 9:00 PM AL-KOUT.1 MIN DAHAR RAGEL - Arabic 2:45 PM RIDE ALONG 2 12:05 AM MIN DAHAR RAGEL - Arabic 12:15 PM Prayer timings MIN DAHAR RAGEL - Arabic 5:45 PM RIDE ALONG 2 1:30 PM MIN DAHAR RAGEL - Arabic 8:45 PM MARINA-3 MIN DAHAR RAGEL - Arabic 3:15 PM MIN DAHAR RAGEL - Arabic 11:45 PM MIN DAHAR RAGEL - Arabic 12:30 PM MIN DAHAR RAGEL - Arabic 6:15 PM KUNG FU STYLE 1:30 PM MIN DAHAR RAGEL - Arabic 9:15 PM Fajr: 05:20 FANAR-1 KUNG FU STYLE 3:30 PM MIN DAHAR RAGEL - Arabic 12:15 AM OUR BRAND IS CRISIS 11:45 AM MIN DAHAR RAGEL - Arabic 5:45 PM Shorook 06:43 OUR BRAND IS CRISIS 2:00 PM MIN DAHAR RAGEL - Arabic 8:45 PM AL-KOUT.2 OUR BRAND IS CRISIS 4:15 PM MIN DAHAR RAGEL - Arabic 11:45 PM RIDE ALONG 2 11:30 AM Duhr: 11:59 THE REVENANT 6:30 PM THE 5TH WAVE 1:30 PM OUR BRAND IS CRISIS 9:30 PM AVENUES-1 RIDE ALONG 2 3:45 PM Asr: 14:56 THE REVENANT 11:45 PM KUNG FU STYLE 11:30 AM THE 5TH WAVE 5:45 PM THE 5TH WAVE 1:30 PM RIDE ALONG 2 8:15 PM Maghrib: 17:16 FANAR-2 THE 5TH WAVE 4:00 PM THE 5TH WAVE 10:15 PM DARKNESS DESCENDS 1:00 PM TWO COUNTRIES - Malayalam 6:30 PM RIDE ALONG 2 12:45 AM Isha: 18:36

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

There is much drive and inspiration for disciplined work. You win reward, Long-range perspectives from foreign places are possible early this year. recognition and authority through hard work and knowing the score. A friend could Purchase several notebooks for your personal use. Perhaps a blue notebook for your present you with a challenge this afternoon. Viewpoints between you and this friend dreams by your bedside and a red one for your passions or thoughts and a green one for may need review. Close relationships offer a lot of potential for growth and change. your health projects or changes that you might want to create. These notebooks or jour- Continued interaction with neighbors over community concerns may create some nals will give you the opportunity to express ideas and feelings and create solutions. Time round table discussions. This is good, as it will bring about some facts upon which the seems to slow down this afternoon, but it gives you an opportunity to finish unfinished group can base their communication when talking with authorities. Could this be trou- business. Try to see the lighter side of the emotional issues temporarily coming into your ble in zoning lawsfamily matters are positive and you will find this a good time to play life-a sense of gratitude for the people that have given you wisdom is a good thing. You board games or help young ones with homework. may have insights or breakthroughs in your thinking.

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

Your ability to communicate is at a high. Fate favors you in the workplace. If you know that your job will lead to rewards you will work long and hard. You will find this a perfect time to be assertive and to move forward in your career deci- You are a smart businessperson and others look to you for answers in many areas. You sions. You will benefit from analytical insights and getting to the heart of things. Your may have an urge to express some critical information to another today-you are attentive friend needs advice about some personal news. You will not be able to solve this prob- to add encouragement. Respect, status and achievement are central goals for you and lem but your listening ear will help him or her to focus on an answer. You will find your- you pass those qualities along to others as you conduct business in the best possible way. self shopping or looking at real estate this afternoon. Whether you want to sell or buy, Creating a structure to empower and maintain your ideals and principles become a high you will want to get some legal advice. Work on your tax papers tonight; you may priority. By taking on greater responsibilities, you become an inspiration to many. A family uncover some important information for changing this year’s tax return to the positive. situation can be helped this evening. Respect for others is important and may be as sim- You may decide to end this day with music. There could be romance. ple as the art of listening.

Gemini (May 21-June 20) Sagittarius (November 22-December 21) A job change is not appropriate at this time. However, if you feel it is time, do Workday projects are interrupted often this day. Your work may not be on only the basics by sending out a few resumes to see if you get a response. the same time schedule used by others and some may seem short tempered. Be patient ACROSS 2. A very young child (birth to 1 year) who has Your humor is certainly in fine shape. As you refresh others, you will have renewed strength. now as this will call for a day to stay to yourself and if you feel the need to talk, talk to a You keep your words positive and upbeat and you seem to have a sincere knowledge that 1. A dark-skinned member of a race of people not yet begun to walk or talk. friend apart from work. Your noon break would be a good time to alleviate the tension what you do in this world leaves a mark. It is up to you to make sure it is a positive mark. living in Australia when Europeans arrived. 3. English scholastic philosopher and with laughter or at least find some way to lighten the stress that others may be experienc- Through the end of the month, you could be more thoughtful than active. Pay attention to 4. Be interwoven or interconnected. assumed author of Occam's Razor (1285- ing. Education, advertising and travel play a big part in today’s activity and it is all positive. the amounts of food you eat; easy does it. The exchange of ideas becomes a focal point. 12. Having a toe or toes of a specified kind. 1349). Be aware that there are governing factors that present likelihood for experiences beyond Learning, knowing a little about many things, staying in touch and on top of the latest your surroundings. You could be making deliveries. If you are in publishing or writing, you developments are the things that satisfy a need for mental stimulation. 15. (British) A waterproof raincoat made of 4. Military barracks in a garrison town. can advance your career. Rest and enjoy the evening. rubberized fabric. 5. A tax on various goods brought into a 16. (medical) An absence of normal pigmen- town. tation especially in the skin (as in albinism) or 6. A unit of conductance equal to the recipro- Capricorn (December 22-January 19) in red blood cells. cal of an ohm. Cancer (June 21-July 22) 17. A condition (mostly in boys) characterized 7. A flammable gas obtained by cracking Respect, status and achievement are central goals for you as a new phase You will find, suddenly, that your work has become more productive by behavioral and learning disorders. petroleum. begins in your life. Creating a structure to empower and maintain your and more people-oriented. Perhaps computer integrated. Working and 18. The elementary stages of any subject (usu- 8. Balcony consisting of the forward section of ideals and principles becomes a high priority. You take the initiative and gain support networking with others in your work or interests will help you to build your confi- ally plural). a theater mezzanine. from those around you now. Do not push too hard or others will think you have turned dence. You and your loved one will be working together to improve finances, health, 19. A person of unquestioning obedience. 9. An independent ruler or chieftain (especial- power hungry or control oriented. You may have to work very hard at pacing yourself and friendships, relationships, contracts, commitments and agreements. Make it a habit remember that some things are not on your timetable. Recycling may be a concern-there to focus your thoughts and actions so that you will not become scattered or con- 20. To fix or set securely or deeply. ly in Africa or Arabia). fused. Figuring out how to organize projects and people is apt to become a topic of 22. Horizontal beam used as a finishing piece 10. Being one more than one hundred. has been enough time to instill new habits and you may encourage others to join in the process to improve the planet. special interest. over a door or window. 11. A narrow headband or strip of ribbon 24. Liquid excretory product. worn as a headband. 25. The basic unit of money in Nigeria. 12. A sock with a separation for the big toe. 26. Showing a brooding ill humor. 13. A European river. Leo (July 23-August 22) Aquarius (January 20- February 18) 28. A bar or bars of rolled steel making a track 14. Tropical starchy tuberous root. TIdeas and interaction with authority figures or older people may be in along which vehicles can roll. 21. A constitutional monarchy in southeastern Your wishes can come true today as everything is working in your favor. the forecast now. Working with the flow of progress should be easy to do. There may be a particular fraternity or sorority, club or group you want to join. Now is a 30. Being ten more than one hundred ninety. Asia on Borneo and the Malay Peninsula. Responsibility, cooperation, organization, authority and discipline are all the things 32. Being of or having to do with the northern 23. The state of being unsure of something. good time to join a group. Your intuition is keen and it will lead you in a good direction; that it takes to get you where you know you must go-pace yourself! If your vision is listen. You have been thinking of making a few changes in your wardrobe lately. Making a United States and those loyal to the Union 27. Dignified and somber in manner or char- only for yourself-what you create cannot last-it must be for some greater good. You good impression is very important to you. A sense of harmony prevails most of the time will find it easy to go with the flow of work in the workplace and at home today. Do during the Civil War. acter and committed to keeping promises. with you and you will also find that you can speak your mind and call your own shots in 33. The cry made by sheep. 29. In bed. not make assumptions concerning your loved ones just now. You have lots of friends many areas of your life. Financial security and enjoying the finer things in life receive a and they may join up with you and your family sometime this day to think positive 36. According to the Old Testament he was a 31. A cloth used as a head covering (and veil high priority. thoughts and perform positive activities for your special day. pagan king of Israel and husband of Jezebel and shawl) by Muslim and Hindu women. (9th century BC). 34. Not contained in or deriving from the 38. Property that is leased or rented out or let. essential nature of something. Virgo (August 23-September 22) 41. River in eastern Asia. 35. A Russian prison camp for political prison- Pisces (February 19-March 20) 43. A cracker sprinkled with salt before bak- ers. There are energies for opportunities with expansion and optimism. ing. 37. First in order of importance. Making sure your goals are getting off the ground, you will spend some time now in becoming better organized. Conferences or educational interests are positive This could mean travel, excessive spending and opportunities to return to school or 46. Having undesirable or negative qualities. 39. The blood group whose red cells carry moves. From now through the end of this month you can also enjoy the beginnings of a take a class. Instant gratification is one of the temptations you may fall into now. This 47. A blue dye obtained from plants or made both the A and B antigens. fitness program. You will be sure to follow safety precautions-it just makes sense. You has a practical and materialistic kind of focus, one that emphasizes the making and synthetically. 40. An enclosed space. may have a tendency to rush things in order to get the results you want-pace yourself. spending of money. Learning what really counts is an important lesson that may be 48. An ester of adenosine that is converted to 42. (prefix) Opposite or opposing or neutraliz- Take care of the equipment that you use, including your automobile. You will find a great learned the hard way. People know that they get good results from your hard work. ATP for energy storage. ing. sense of security from your friends and family now. You are learning more about the inner They may take advantage of you, particularly if you do not set limits. You are passion- ate in many areas of your life but there are few as passionate as you are when it 49. Providing sophisticated amusement by 44. Small tropical American tree bearing edi- you-this becomes more evident as the year moves along and as you become more self- assured. You extend to others a most comfortable state of being. comes to knowledge. virtue of having artificially (and vulgarly) man- ble plumlike fruit. nered or banal or sentimental qualities. 45. Sole genus of the family Naiadaceae. 52. A beverage made by steeping tea leaves 50. A tart spiciness. WORD SEARCH PUZZLE Yesterday’s Solution in water. 51. (Greek mythology) Goddess of the earth 53. Of or relating to or characteristic of and mother of Cronus and the Titans in Bahrain or its people or language. ancient mythology. 57. A river that rises in northern Colombia and 54. The basic unit of money in Sri Lanka. flows generally eastward to the Orinoco in 55. The tide while water is flowing out. central Venezuela. 56. Of inferior or mixed breed. 58. The French-speaking capital of the 59. The address of a web page on the world province of Quebec. wide web. 60. A person who habitually pretends to be 61. United States anatomist who identified something he is not. four pituitary hormones and discovered vita- 62. United States writer of poems and plays min E (1882-1971). about racial conflict (born in 1934). 63. (Hindu) A manner of sitting (as in the prac- 66. Widely cultivated in tropical and subtropi- tice of Yoga). cal regions for its fragrant flowers and colorful 64. Cubes of meat marinated and cooked on a fruits. skewer usually with vegetables. 69. A manservant who acts as a personal 65. A city in southern Turkey on the Seyhan attendant to his employer. River. 71. Employed in accomplishing something. 67. A fabric made by knitting. 72. Of or relating to the class Insecta. 68. A program under which employees regu- 75. Being one more than ten. larly accumulate shares and may ultimately 76. A small cake leavened with yeast. assume control of the company. 77. The former capital and 2nd largest city of 70. A set of questions or exercises evaluating Brazil. skill or knowledge. 78. Pearl oysters. 73. (computer science) The part of a comput- 81. (British) Your grandmother. er (a microprocessor chip) that does most of 82. Standard temperature and pressure. the data processing. 83. Having no seams. 74. A silvery malleable metallic element that 84. A loose sleeveless outer garment made resists corrosion. from aba cloth. 79. A hard gray lustrous metallic element that is highly corrosion-resistant. DOWN 80. A public promotion of some product or 1. A woman hired to suckle a child of some- service. one else.

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he countdown for one of the most celebrated awards of the year has begun. Stay tuned to see Church child abuse scandals ‘tip of iceberg’ Tall of the live action at the Academy Award cere- mony with OSN, the region’s leading pay-TV network, offering you exclusive access to the star studded event at the same time as in the US. say real-life stars of Oscar-tipped film The 88th Academy Awards ceremony is organised under the theme ‘We All Dream in Gold.’ Hosted by the iconic comedian, Chris Rock, viewers will be in for a he child abuse scandals plaguing the between 0.5 and 1 percent of the general this in Boston,” said Robinson. “There are clues,” he said. “It was unthinkable that such treat as OSN, the home of blockbuster movies and Catholic Church are only the tip of the population are paedophiles, although stud- even classes for children in how to recognize an moral authority would allow and then series, telecasts the ceremony live across the region Ticeberg, the journalists who exposed ies carried out in Germany, Norway and molesters. But not so much (has been done) cover up the crimes of thousands of priests on OSN Movies Festival HD on February 29 at 3am one of the hierarchy’s biggest cover-ups said Finland have estimated that as many as five in other dioceses and around the world.” for so many decades, and never care about KSA. Fans can watch all the excitement from the red yesterday. Walter Robinson and Mike percent of men have had sexual thoughts Rezendes said the real problem was Church’s what happened to the children.” All four of carpet on E! Live on OSN as their favourite A-list Rezendes, who won the Pulitzer Prize for about children. A leading authority on cleri- attitude to sex and its insistence on a celi- the journalists who carried out the months- celebrities show off the latest designs with interviews uncovering how the Church had hushed up cal abuse, Richard Sipe-a former Benedictine bate clergy. “Because priests are people, long inquiry are lapsed Catholics, and by renowned TV presenter Giuliana Rancic. In the run- the activities of nearly 90 paedophile priests monk-found around six percent of priests many-maybe most-are having sex with Robinson said it had shaken their confidence up to the Oscars, a special teaser of Oscar winning in Boston, told AFP that thousands more have were abusers after a 25-year study into women and men, and some with children. in the institution, if not his own faith. movies will be shown on OSN Movies Premiere HD, escaped justice in the United States alone. celibacy. Because all sex is illegal in the eyes of the The story also took a toll on the reporters including Birdman, The Theory of Everything, Still With the Hollywood film “Spotlight” about His book “Sex, Priests and Power” is cited Church it is kept secret. and their families. “It was very emotionally Alice, Boyhood, The Grand Budapest Hotel, Whiplash, their painstaking probe of the scandal for the in the film, which was voted best film at the draining for us to listen to the stories of so The Imitation Game, Foxcatcher and Selma. Boston Globe newspaper nominated for six Los Angeles Critics’ Choice Awards earlier Teachings on sex many people whose lives were ruined as Oscars and a slew of other prizes, they said this week-a reliable pointer to Oscar suc- “A priest who is having sex with a woman children. It was horrible. We carried this bur- research showed between six and 10 percent cess. Pope Francis said the Church itself esti- or a man is not going to tell on a priest who den. “My wife, who is a nurse, believes we of priests have abused children. Robinson, who mates two percent of priests are pae- is having sex with a child. Because all of it is had a touch of post-traumatic stress disor- led the newspaper’s Spotlight investigative dophiles, according a private conversation wrong in the eyes of the Church, they pro- der. We were brought to tears by what many team, said they found that around one in 10 he had in 2014 with an Italian journalist, tect one another,” he said. of the victims had to say.” priests in Boston were molesters after “the details of which the Vatican later contested. Robinson-who is played by Michael The Catholic Church, including Cardinal Church was forced to make its records public. “This figure should calm me, but I must tell Keaton in the film-admitted that part of the Sean O’Malley of Boston, has broadly praised “In many other places the numbers reported by you it does not calm me at all,” the pope was blame lay with the press for not holding the the film, with Vatican Radio calling it “honest the Church are very small because they have quoted as telling the veteran founder of La Church to account earlier. and compelling”. It said the Boston Globe not been forced to tell the truth,” Robinson said. Repubblica daily, Eugenio Scalfari. He himself failed to follow through on a reporters were “examples of their most pure “That is true in France and many other coun- While the Church’s attitude to such cases story about clerical abuse in Boston years vocation to find the facts” and demand that tries, and parts of the US also.” has changed radically since the election of before his Spotlight team launched their justice be done. The Chilean film “The Club”, Francis, who has vowed to root out abuse, major inquiry in 2002. which handles the same sensitive subject, ‘Six percent are child abusers’ Robinson and Rezendes suspect the culture “Our generation of editors were too def- narrowly missed out on a Golden Globe ear- Experts at the University of Toronto and of secrecy still runs deep. “There have been erential to the power and supposed moral lier this month after winning the Silver Bear Royal Ottawa Healthcare group believe big changes in how the Church deals with standing of the Church. Clearly we missed at the Berlin Film Festival. — AFP China’s secret plan to use the force of ‘Star Wars’

long time ago in a country far, far away, badly affected basic scientific research. Song Chinese authorities managed to obtain spent the period on the then poverty-stricken Aa copy of America’s ultimate cultural Hainan island, producing propaganda weapon, a blockbuster movie with enough slideshows. Science fiction has had a fraught special effects to wow an entire planet. history in China, where genre pioneer Ye Summoned to a small theatre in the southern Yonglie once called it “one of the barometers city of Guangzhou in 1980, artist Song of the political climate”. Shortly after the 1977 Feideng was shown “Star Wars” and instructed US release of “Star Wars”, the Communist Party to transform it into a traditional Chinese com- mouthpiece the People’s Daily attacked it as a ic book, known as a “lianhuanhua”, to promote fantasy that demonstrated how Americans’ ‘Ride Along 2’ dethrones scientific achievement to China. “dissatisfaction with reality” had pushed them Song was one of the first people in China to “seek comfort in an illusory fairyland”. to see George Lucas’ magnum opus, at a time But the following year, as China began to ‘Star Wars’ at when it was still banned-a marked contrast to reopen to the world, Beijing declared sci-fi the status of the series’ most recent install- critical to rehabilitating the country’s sciences, releasing a flood of almost 1,000 new titles. A Italian movie director Ettore Scola, right, receives the Donatello prize from German translated “Star Wars” script appeared on the movie director Margaretha von Trotta in Rome for his film “The Family” in this April N America box office mainland as early as March 1979, while Song’s 29, 1987 file photo. — AP/AFP photos comic is believed to be the first illustrated standalone. It sold briskly, he recalled. “I could buy a TV, a stereo... it was just unimaginable.” ‘Grand master’ of Italian

Communism Strikes Back But the initial hopes of the country’s film Ettore Scola dies at 84 “reform and opening” quickly soured as artists began to criticize the government. ilm director Ettore Scola, one of the last Italian cinema, film critic Francesco Castelnuovo Speculative stories imagining a China without grand masters of Italian comedy, died on said. “It still influences young directors,” he told the communism were not the plotlines authori- FTuesday at the age of 84, press reports said. SkyTG24 television channel. Scola also wrote and ties were looking for, and they moved to ban Scola died in Rome’s polyclinic, where he had directed “We All Loved Each Other So Much,” a science fiction again. Song’s own works-he been in a coma since Sunday after being admitted 1974 comedy-drama about the post-war lives of had moved into hard-boiled noir comics fea- to the hospital’s cardiac surgery unit. A leading three partisans fighting for the liberation of Italy. turing private eyes, femme fatales, and a keen figure in Italian cinema for more than three Tributes swiftly flooded in for the man who, appreciation for the female form-were criti- decades, Scola directed unforgettable master- through his films, had so skillfully told the story of cized for “spiritual pollution”. Italy over nearly a half century, from the fascist This picture taken on January 11, 2016 It was not until 1985 that “Star Wars” first years up to the early 21st century. Prime Minister This photo provided by Universal Pictures shows, Ice shows artist Song Feideng posing for a appeared on Chinese screens, at a multi-city Matteo Renzi paid tribute to Scola, saying he was Cube, from left, as James Payton, Olivia Munn as Maya picture with his comic book showing a American film festival that drew millions of a “master” of the screen, “with an ability that was Cruz, and Kevin Hart as Ben Barber in a scene from the page with a drawing of Darth Vader in viewers. By the late 1980s, it was airing on as incredible as it was razor-sharp in reading Italy, film, “Ride Along 2.” Guangzhou. — AFP local television stations, while pirate copies its society and the changes it went through.” circulated on video. Culture Minister Dario Franceschini praised op comedy “Ride Along 2” toppled “Star Wars: The Force ment in a market Hollywood increasingly sees But the movies never developed the him on Twitter as a “grand master, an extraordi- Awakens” from its weeks-long spot atop the North as crucial to success. “The objective was to broad, devoted fan base they have enjoyed nary man, still young until the last day of his life.” CAmerican box office with a strong debut over a long holiday take the world’s advanced science and popu- elsewhere, and most Chinese learned of the Actress Stefania Sandrelli, who starred in one of weekend, industry data showed Tuesday. “Ride Along 2” raked in larize it in China,” Song, who worked for a franchise through the prequels-much his greatest films “We All Loved Each Other So $41 million over the four-day Martin Luther King Day weekend, state-owned publisher at the time, told AFP. maligned in the West. Song’s comic went viral Much” in 1974, expressed her sadness at his pass- box office tracker Exhibitor Relations said. The film features funny He replaced the movie’s X-wing spacecraft ahead of the release of the latest installment, ing. “If I had to choose one word out of all, it man Kevin Hart as a rookie law officer who aspires to become a with Soviet rockets and jet fighters. In one “The Force Awakens”, but a midnight premiere would be ‘us’. He gave me the magic of doing detective like his future brother-in-law, played by rapper and illustration, Luke Skywalker wears a cosmo- in Beijing this month had a mostly foreign things together and what things we did together, actor Ice Cube, as the two become embroiled with a murderous naut’s bulky spacesuit, while rebel leaders are audience. Even so the movie raked in $90 mil- what films!” drug ring. dressed in Western business suits. Darth Vader lion in its first week, according to film data Writing on Twitter, actor Alessandro Gassman, Major Oscar contender “The Revenant,” a violent frontier appears alongside a triceratops. website China Box Office. son of Vittorio, said “Ciao Ettore, we all loved you revenge thriller starring Leonardo DiCaprio, came in second place At the time, China was emerging from the so much”. After entering the movie industry as a at $37.5 million. It likely earned a boost from the 12 Oscar nomi- isolation of the Mao Zedong era and “Star Return of the Party? This file photo taken on October 18, screenwriter in 1953, Scola got his first chance as nations it received last week. “The Force Awakens,” the latest director in 1964 with “Let’s Talk About Women”-an Wars” had still not been granted a release by The world’s second-largest economy is 2015 shows Italian director Ettore Scola installment in the popular “Star Wars” saga, finished in third place Communist authorities, three years after it hit also its second-biggest film market and innovative work of nine vignettes in which Vittorio at $33 million in its fifth week of release, boosting it to a world- posing on the red carpet during the 10th Gassman plays different characters who seduce Western cinemas. The movie “was very novel, Hollywood is keen to satisfy its moviegoers, Rome Film Festival in Rome. wide total take of $1.865 billion. very exciting”, Song said, adding that he felt as who have shown a deep appetite for Western women. He directed 41 films over nearly 40 years, Debuting in fourth place was “13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of if he had seen a “glimpse of the world”. science fiction such as Avatar or the pieces featuring Marcello Mastroianni, Sophia according to the Internet movie database, IMDb. Benghazi,” about the 2012 attack on the US diplomatic compound Transformers series. But Beijing has shown Loren, Vittorio Gassman and Nino Manfredi. Paolo Mereghetti, the Corriera della Sera daily’s in the eastern Libyan city that left four Americans dead. It earned A New Hope signs of resistance to that hunger, part of a His work included “A Special Day,” a 1977 cinema critic, said Scola was a distinctive “political” $19.2 million. Comedy “Daddy’s Home” starring Mark Wahlberg The project came amid a brief flowering of wider pushback against the influence of “for- Oscar-nominated movie featuring Mastroianni as voice in Italy’s postwar cinema. and Will Ferrell finished in fifth place with $11.9 million. Rounding Chinese science fiction following Mao’s eign culture”. In 2011, the State a persecuted radio journalist and Loren as a senti- A former member of the Italian Communist out the week’s top 10 films were: decade-long Cultural Revolution, when the Administration of Radio, Film and Television mental housewife who meet on the day Hitler vis- Party, Scola even became minister of culture in a 1- “Norm of the North” ($9.4 million) arts were reduced to glorifying the issued an edict discouraging movies featuring ited Rome in 1938. The scene where the two “shadow” cabinet set up by party leaders in 1989. 2- “The Forest” (just under $7.0 million) Communist Party. Mao’s decision to send “fantasy” and “time travel” among other actors move between sheets drying in the sun on “He understood where Italy was going, and few 3- “The Big Short” ($6.4 million) intellectuals to work in the countryside had “bizarre plots”. —AFP the terrace of the apartment block where they are cinema directors have that insight,” Mereghetti 4- “Sisters” ($5.5 million) staying is one of the most beautiful scenes in told Sky TG24. — AFP 5- “The Hateful Eight” ($4.3 million)—AFP lifestyle THURSDAY, JANUARY 21, 2016 MUSIC & MOVIES Country musicians mourn loss of Eagles’ Glenn Frey ountry musicians in Nashville mourned the loss of Eagles’ co-founder Glenn Frey Cas they remembered the band’s timeless impact with their smooth harmonies and mem- orable lyrics that embodied the cool California country rock sound. Although they weren’t the first to mix country and rock sounds, the Eagles popularized that musical cross-cultural style for a widespread fan base that would define the music of the 1970s. Decades later, their influence continues to ripple on in country music. Brad Paisley, Keith Urban, Lady Antebellum and many more posted tributes online to the 67 year-old This file photo shows Eddie Vedder from Pearl Jam performs during the fourth annu- prolific singer, guitarist and songwriter after his al Global Citizen Festival in Central Park Manhattan in New York. — AFP death on Monday. Songwriter and singer JD Souther, Frey’s longtime friend and collaborator on several Pearl Jam announces new Eagles hits including “Best of My Love” and “New Kid In Town,” said they were both influenced by classic country artists when they began writing tour, including Bonnaroo together after meeting in Los Angeles in the late 1960s. “He and I were listening to traditional In this June 30, 2009, file photo, Glenn Frey, of the Eagles, performs at Belfast’s Odyssey Arena lternative rock giants Pearl Jam on year. Bonnaroo, whose June 9-12 edition will country music, meaning Merle Haggard, Buck in Northern Ireland. — AP Tuesday announced a new tour of mark its 15th anniversary, has won a loyal fol- Owens and particularly George Jones, which was ANorth America that will include a head- lowing by creating a free-spirited communal my fix,” Souther said Tuesday. “And everyone Dunn, Vince Gill, Trisha Yearwood, Alan Jackson play on the guitar. “A lot of the Glenn Frey songs lining slot at leading summer festival atmosphere each year in rural Tennessee. knew Hank Williams.” and Clint Black, collaborated on an Eagles’ trib- are the real storytelling songs,” Bogguss said Bonnaroo. The rockers will open the 22-date Announcing its lineup late Tuesday, Bonnaroo They formed the band Longbranch ute album in 1993 called “Common Tuesday. “And then there were these big chorus- tour on April 8 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida and said that other headliners would include Dead Pennywhistle and were writing with Jackson Thread: The Songs of the Eagles,” that went es which everyone could harmonize on.” The also play the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage and Company, the jam band that includes Browne, before Frey and Don Henley met up to multiplatinum and was named album of the popularity of “Common Thread,” which hit No. 1 Festival as well as two dates each at a pair of most surviving members of legendary coun- play in Linda Ronstadt’s band. “We’d call our- year in 1994 by the Country Music Association. on Billboard’s country chart and No. 3 on the Top historic baseball stadiums, Fenway Park in tercultural act the Grateful Dead. selves the Gentlemen Boys, for reasons that were Black said in a statement that Frey was one of 200, was one more reason to push the Eagles to Boston and Chicago’s Wrigley Field. Led by Bonnaroo will also showcase LCD probably lost in the haze of some evening,” the greatest American songwriters. “I’ve always reunite in 1994. They were truly accepted in all singer Eddie Vedder, Pearl Jam rose to star- Soundsystem, the influential New York elec- Souther said. Despite breaking up in 1980, the said he and Don Henley were America’s answer genres, as evidenced by their last studio album, dom in the grunge era of the early 1990s but tronic band, who will reunite two months ear- Eagles, and their culturally ubiquitous greatest to Lennon and McCartney,” Black said. Country “Long Road Out of Eden,” a two-CD album persevered to become one of the decade’s lier at the Coachella festival in California. To hits records, were one of the top influences on singer Lorrie Morgan, who sang the Souther- released in 2007. top-selling bands, combining a left-leaning mark 15 years, Bonnaroo also announced the sound of country music in the 1990s, said Frey song “The Sad Cafe” on the tribute album, The Recording Academy gave them a political sensibility with arena rock. improvements at its venue-affectionately Peter Cooper, museum editor at the Country said in an interview Tuesday that the first con- Grammy award for best country performance by Pearl Jam last toured North America in called “The Farm” by fans-that include flush Music Hall of Fame and Museum. cert her parents ever let her go see by herself, a duo or group with vocals for Souther’s song, 2014 and played across Latin America late last toilets. — AFP other than the Grand Ole Opry shows, was the “How Long,” and a Grammy award for best pop Multiplatinum Eagles. She instantly had a crush on the band. “It instrumental performance for Frey’s song, “I “Just about anyone playing music in a wasn’t hard rock n’ roll, and it wasn’t hard on Dreamed There Was No War.” Souther said there Nashville studio was heavily influenced by those your ears,” she said. “They had a cool looking are always younger artists that will try to emu- records or has heard those records hundreds of vibe. And even to me back then, they sounded late Frey’s voice and songwriting, but he was a times,” Cooper said. Willie Nelson covered “Take country to me. They had a steel guitar.” unique and gifted individual. It to The Limit” for his 1983 duet album of the “I miss him already,” Souther said. “I still think same name with Waylon Jennings and Conway Common Thread of him the way he was the first year we roomed Twitty did his version of “Heartache Tonight” on Country singer Suzy Bogguss, who sang “Take together, just laughing a lot, writing songs every his 1983 album, “Lost in the Feeling.” The era’s It To The Limit” on the tribute album, said their day and just that endless groove that seemed to biggest country stars, including Brooks and songs were some of the first that she learned to live inside of him.” —AP Mos Def to stand trial in S Africa over ‘world passport’

merican rapper Mos Def will be tried in a Smith will appear for trial on March 8 to answer South African court in March after being the immigration charges.” Aarrested for presenting a “world passport” Smith attempted to leave the country using a when trying to fly out of the country, officials “World Government of World Citizens” passport, said yesterday. The 42-year-old hip hop artist, Apleni said. The World Government of World In this Nov 17, 2015 image released by NBC, Adele performs at Radio City Music actor and activist, whose real name is Dante Citizens was established in 1953 by the late Hall in New York. — AP photos Terrel Smith, was arrested in Cape Town last peace activist Garry Davis, an American who week while attempting to board a flight to renounced his citizenship after World War II. Ethiopia. He was later released on bail of 5,000 Both WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange and rand (about $300). The Department of Home intelligence leaker Edward Snowden are report- Adele, Kendrick Lamar Affairs said the actor had entered South Africa ed to be holders of world passports, which are Rapper Mos Def with a legitimate US passport in November, and not officially recognized. have been living in Cape Town for some years. had a visitor’s visa valid until February. Mos Def, who also uses the name Yassin Bey, “I haven’t broken any law. And I’m being “The major problem why he could not get on faces charges including using a false identity, treated like a criminal,” he said on a message to perform at Grammys the Ethiopian flight was the document he pro- and “aiding and abetting his family to stay ille- released via superstar rapper Kanye West’s ello, it’s Adele, and she’s perform- best of the best and featuring never- duced at the immigration counter, the World gally in South Africa”. His family’s visas expired in Twitter feed. In 2014, Mos Def cancelled a ing at next month’s Grammy before-seen performances,” Recording Passport, which South Africa does not recog- April 2014, and they have been given until planned tour of the US due to what his publicists Awards. The Recording Academy Academy CEO Neil Portnow said in a nize,” home affairs director general Mkuseli January 29 to leave South Africa. According to called “legal and immigration issues”. In his H Apleni told reporters. “Immigration officers had immigration officials, Mos Def entered the coun- told The Associated Press yesterday that statement. Lamar is this year’s top acclaimed hip-hop career he has produced clas- the British singer, leading nominee Grammys contender with 11 nomina- also detected that his spouse and minor child try ten times since 2013, always on a 90-day sic solo songs as well as albums with Talib Kweli Kendrick Lamar, the Weeknd and Little tions, including album of the year for “To had overstayed their visit to the Republic. “Mister tourist visa using a US passport. He is believed to in the duo Black Star. — AFP Big Town will perform at the Feb 15 Pimp a Butterfly” and song of the year for show. Adele returned to music in top the Pharrell-produced “Alright.” Taylor form with “25,” her third album that has Swift and the Weeknd follow with seven sold about 8 million units in the US since its November release. The lead single, Lawrence to play Fidel “Hello,” spent its first 10 weeks at No. 1 on Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. “This lineup of talented artists is just the beginning of what will, once again, Castro’s lover for Sony prove to be music’s biggest night. We look forward to celebrating what’s been a ennifer Lawrence will star in “Marita,” Academy Award nomination last week wonderful year in music, honoring the Sony’s movie about Marita Lorenz, for “Joy” after winning a Golden Globe for Jwho had an affair with Fidel Castro the role. She won the Best Actress Oscar and was involved in the CIA’s assassina- for Sony’s “Silver Linings Playbook” and tion attempt on the Cuban leader. Sony received nominations for “American Hustle” and “Winter’s Bone.” Sony won a bidding war for the Lorenz rights against Universal, Warner Clooney says Bros, Fox, Paramount and Lionsgate. Lorenz, a native of Germany, was incar- cerated at the Bergen-Belsen concentra- Oscars moving tion camp during World War II. After she had an affair at the age of 19 with Castro, backwards on diversity In this Oct 24, 2015, file photo, The she was approached by the CIA to kill the Weeknd performs at the 2015 We Can scar-winning actor George Clooney has weighed in on Cuban leader. Lorenz later testified Survive Concert in Los Angeles. the swirling controversy over the all-white roster of before Congress in the JFK investiga- Oacting nominations for this year’s Academy Awards, nominations each, including bids for tions, claiming that she was witness to a saying the industry is moving backwards and needs to do bet- album of the year with “1989” and “Beauty conspiracy between the CIA, Cuban ter. Clooney, one of Hollywood’s biggest and most politically Behind the Madness,” respectively. operatives and Lee Harvey Oswald to active stars, also said in an interview with industry magazine Little Big Town earned two nomina- murder the president, and even spied for Variety that beyond nominating actors of color, filmmakers tions: best country album for “Pain Killer” the FBI on UN diplomats who lived in her need to provide better roles and opportunities for black and country duo/group performance for building. actors. “If you think back 10 years ago, the Academy was doing “Girl Crush.” The latter, one of last year’s Ange Giannetti will oversee for the a better job. Think about how many more African Americans biggest hits, earned song of the year and project for the studio. Lorenz wrote a were nominated,” Clooney said in comments published best country song nominations for writ- Tuesday. ers Liz Rose, Hillary Lindsey and Lori 1993 autobiography “Marita: One “I would also make the argument, I don’t think it’s a prob- McKenna (Little Big Town did not write Woman’s Extraordinary Tale of Love and “Girl Crush”). Adele, who has won 10 Espionage from Castro to Kennedy” and lem of who you’re picking as much as it is: How many options Grammys, will qualify for nominations at a second autobiography “Lieber Fidel - are available to minorities in film, particularly in quality films?” the 2017 Grammy Awards because she Mein Leben, meine Liebe, mein Verrat” in Last week, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences released music after the Sept. 30, 2015, 2001. Her story was the inspiration for revealed the list of actors and films nominated for this year’s deadline for the 2016 awards show. She the 1999 TV film “My Little Assassin.” Oscars, to be handed out on February 28. For the second year famously took home six awards at the Lawrence will next be seen in “X-Men: in a row, all 20 acting nominations went to white actors and actresses. The hashtag #OscarsSoWhite reappeared, and direc- 2012 show, including album of the year Apocalypse” and the sci-fi drama tor Spike Lee-the recipient of an honorary Oscar last year- for “21” and song and record of the year “Passengers” opposite Chris Pratt. She’s for “Rolling In the Deep.” LL Cool J will Jennifer Lawrence announced he would boycott the event. attached to Darren Aronofsky’s untitled “I think around 2004, certainly there were black nominees - host the 58th annual Grammy Awards, to has acquired Lorenz’s life rights. The stu- project for Paramount and to Steven air live on CBS from the Staples Center in like Don Cheadle, Morgan Freeman. And all of a sudden, you Los Angeles. A special tribute to Lionel dio acquired a pitch from Eric Warren Spielberg’s film “It’s What I Do” about a feel like we’re moving in the wrong direction. There were In this Dec 4, 2015, file photo, Richie, who is the Recording Academy’s Singer (“American Hustle”) that was female war photographer. Lawrence is nominations left off the table,” Clooney said. He cited four Kendrick Lamar performs at Power 2016 MusiCares person of the year, also developed with a quartet of producers- repped by CAA. Singer is represented by films with black stars that he felt deserved more recognition: 106’s Cali Christmas 2015 in will be featured on the Grammys tele- Lawrence, Scott Mednick, Andre Rouleau UTA and attorney Mark Goschman. The boxing drama “Creed,” NFL drama “Concussion,” starring Will Inglewood, Calif. cast. —AP and Matt Tolmach. news was first reported by the Smith, “Beasts of No Nation” with Britain’s Idris Elba and N.W.A. Lawrence received her fourth Hollywood Reporter. — Reuters biopic “Straight Outta Compton.” —AFP lifestyle THURSDAY, JANUARY 21, 2016 FASHION Russell Crowe takes in Giorgio Armani fashion from front row

Models wear creations for Dsquared2 men’s Fall-Winter 2016- 2017 collection, part of the Milan Fashion Week, unveiled in Milan, Italy. — AP/AFP photos

wo human reactions to turbulent times emerged as fashion concepts during Milan Fashion Week, Twhich wrapped up its five-day run on Tuesday: cocooning and militarization. On one end of the spectrum, design- ers offered men myriad forms of com- fort for next fall and winter, including soft-cut jackets; enveloping cashmere, vicuna and alpaca knitwear; silken pajamas meant as street wear and the ubiquitous long scarf that in many col- Actor Russell Crowe poses for pho- lections substituted for a traditional tographers prior to the start of the tie. Falling under the cocooning/emo- Giorgio Armani men’s Fall-Winter tional comfort trend, there was also a 2016-2017 collection. — AP tendency toward returning to the past Canadian fashion designers Dean, left and Dan Caten acknowledge the applause of the audience after presenting with embroidered details literally their Dsquared2 men’s Fall-Winter 2016-2017 collection. flourishing on jackets and trousers, especially denim; homely plaids for jackets and lumberjack shirts; and the sort of brimmed hats that project paternal security. Rigid military looks led a counter- Model Tess Holliday navigates life, current, with battle-worn jackets, revamped uniforms and a plethora of double-breasted suits, albeit often softened with decorations and paired work in the mainstream with gently fitting trousers. In keeping, bags tended to be utilitarian and large, ith accolades for her People maga- grew her own hashtag rallying cry that lives on for Holliday. As a child, she moved nearly 50 shoes sturdy soled or boots. At the zine cover and the upcoming launch today: EffYourBeautyStandards. times before fifth grade at the behest of her more extroverted end of the fashion Wof her first clothing line, things are As the first model of her size and height to father. Her parents divorced and she hasn’t spectrum, designers made liberal use next level for Tess Holliday. The plus-size mod- be signed by a prominent agency, Milk spoken to her dad in three years. She was bul- of tinfoil silver fabric, creating a futuris- el and social media phenom who regularly Management in London, Holliday was thrust lied relentlessly as a kid because of her size tic feel to overcoats, trousers and shakes off haters has been reveling in the further into the role of body positive activist, and other issues, finally dropping out on the sportswear, as a sort of projection to mainstream since May, when she donned a this after several years of modeling to her cred- first day of 11th grade after receiving death possibility, escape from the now. But designer friend’s black lace bodysuit to pose it. The burgeoning body positive movement threats. overall the color palette was somber: for People’s 2015 body issue. “It’s been crazy,” has the usual growing pains and disagree- Holliday earned her GED and continued to dark, blue, black, deep green and the 30-year-old Holliday said after a recent ments from within and without, including pursue her dreams of modeling while working grays. Some highlights from the final panel chat on fat acceptance hosted by whether use of the word ‘fat’ is OK. As far as as a bank teller in Laurel, Mississippi, where day of shows Tuesday, with previews Refinery29.com. “My audience changed so Holliday is concerned, people should use the she moved with her mom after her mom was from Giorgio Armani and DSquared2. much because it’s a universal magazine. word or not use the word. shot twice in the head by a boyfriend and was Everyone of all ages and backgrounds reads it Acceptance means acceptance - at any size. left partially paralyzed. “I was bullied from fifth Kilt revival and all of a sudden I was in every grocery Among other adjustments for Holliday has grade on,” she said. “They started making fun The kilt has gotten a martial arts store.” come a new approach to handling haters. of me because my mom was in a wheelchair, makeover at DSquared2. The Canadian Behind the scenes, she found herself in flux, “Before I would have just gone after somebody then they started making fun of me because I designing twins Dean and Dan Caten shedding unsupportive loved ones and mak- if they said something and attacked me,” she was poor and then it evolved to my size.” creatively merged the traditional ing adjustments at home in Los Angeles. said. “I’m not going to change their minds by The Internet beckoned and she started Scotsman’s uniform with the deep- Holliday, whose real name is Ryann Maegen one comment so why even bother? Why waste posting pictures of herself, building a social pleated Japanese hakama, traditionally Hoven, moved in both her disabled mother my energy. It’s definitely been a learning curve. media following over the last six or so years worn over a kimono, for a cultural mash- and her Australian fiance. Meantime, her 10- My fiance’s had to snatch the phone out of my that led to modeling work and ultimately her up with a strong punk vibe. The kilt was year-old son is adjusting to mom’s higher pro- hand multiple times. He’s like, ‘What are you breakthrough. One thing she hadn’t anticipat- invariably worn over trousers, either file as well. “When we’re out in public people doing?’ He knows. I get this look on my face ed was the intense scrutiny of her health. “It knee- or ankle-length, and often was stop me. He rolls his eyes,” Holliday said. “He and he’s, like, ‘Are you commenting back to was so frustrating because I felt like I had more of a flourish, with just half or one- gets it but it’s still really weird for him. When people?’” worked so hard to get to this point and then quarter panel adding drama to a look. he tells his friends, ‘My mom’s a model,’ they She fights back in other ways. “When I’m people were taking away what I did and mak- Long and black, the hybrid skirt kind of pick on him a little.” Why? Because at 5- having a bad day, that’s when I usually take ing it about my health and my size. And they was elegant with a black blazer and foot-5 and size 22, Holliday doesn’t fit the naked photos and post them online, which still do,” she said. “I feel like it’s important to turtleneck, just the thing for a Ninja on ultra-thin mold. Fat and proud, covered in col- hasn’t happened often because my mom talk about my health, which is fine, and my size a night out. orful tattoos - each with its own story of love moved in with us and she doesn’t really appre- because there are young girls who see some- A sportier denim model was worn and empowerment - that’s just fine with her. ciate that, that much. I don’t know why,” one like me and can validate their own exis- under a parka, while the short black Holliday laughed, eyes sparkling under a long tence.” mainstay proved versatile, equally Media attention main of auburn red hair. But it HAS happened What’s in store for Holliday? There’s her matched with a kimono top, denim “I feel like I’m learning who I am again and Holliday is unapologetic. A no-clothes-at- clothing line that launches in March, though shirt or bomber jacket. because of the new media attention,” Holliday all booty shot with a graphic bubble reading she was tightlipped ahead of the formal To underline the cultural crossover, said. “To people who had never heard the “oops” covering one exposed nipple had her announcement about where it will sell. Her the designers also gave it a run in a words ‘body positive,’ or who had never showing off all her assets, including some of goal, she offered, was to provide plus-size Manga print as well as traditional tar- shopped at a plus-size clothing store and the many arm tattoos portraying women she women clothes they could live in at a reason- tan, which was worn over matching weren’t plus-size themselves, it’s been an admires. There’s Divine, Dolly Parton, Miss In this Jan 7, 2016 photo provided by able price without being beholden to trousers. Take away the kilt, and the adjustment for them, too.” She’s learned she Piggy and Mae West, “all strong outspoken Refinery29, plus size model Tess Holliday shapewear. “Everything is under $100 and it looks were pure punk. Leather jackets can’t educate all, including those who insist women like myself.” poses for a photo in New York. — AP starts at $30,” Holliday said. “It’s mostly casual. I had fluorescent studs, worn with that her size compromises her health. And cover, her H&M modeling campaign and news just know it’s what I wanted to wear and saw patched baggy jeans. An oversized there are the usual trolls she’s been dealing Death threats of her signing with Milk. “Seems like the booty lacking in the industry. All I want is to feel parka had a spaceman’s silver lining. with for years on Instagram and elsewhere Holliday said nude pic was her most popu- wins,” she joked in the comments, using her good and really own my body and that’s what I Hiking boots were the favorite online, including Tumblr, the place where she lar photo on Instagram, beating out her People homegrown hashtag. Life wasn’t always easy tried to create.” — AP footwear. —AP lifestyle THURSDAY, JANUARY 21, 2016 FASHION

Barrymore’s sets new sights for beauty brand

In this Oct 20, 2015 file photo, Drew Barrymore poses for a portrait to promote her new book “Wildflower,” in New York. —AP ollywood actress, director and author Drew HBarrymore may soon add a new title to her resume: interna- tional retailer. Barrymore launched her Flower brand of affordable cosmetics exclusively at Wal-Mart in 2013. Now she says she’s in talks with retailers over- seas to sell the cosmetics in such places as China, South America, Australia and the United Kingdom. She’ll also be launching her own e-commerce business later this year. Last year, she started selling an eyewear collection, also exclu- sively with Wal-Mart. And Barrymore told The Associated Press earlier this week she wants to expand into clothing, though it’s unlikely it will be with Wal- Mart, even though she said she will always give the Bentonville, Arkansas-based discounter “first right of refusal.” Barrymore didn’t want to use her name for the brand, saying she’s aware of the perils of a slapping celebrity Designer Anja Gockel, center, name on a product. stands between the models and “The name of the game is receives applause after her about how you financially suc- fashion show during the ceed fast enough so somebody Fashion Week in Berlin, yester- doesn’t dump you, and grow day. slowly and thoughtfully so that you are just not a flash in the pan,” said Barrymore, 40, in a one-hour address at the annual industry forum sponsored by investment bank Financo on Monday. Her father-in-law Arie Kopelman, the former president of Chanel, led the discussion in a room full of several hundred fashion industry executives. Barrymore, the mother of two toddlers, has found a successful niche in the beauty business. Unlike other cosmetic brands that spend a big portion of their mon- ey on advertising, the Flower brand spends most of its money on formulations and packaging. That results in premium makeup quality, she said. Flower Beauty, launched in 1,600 stores, is now in 2,500 stores, according to Wal- Mart spokeswoman Molly Blakeman. Neither Barrymore nor Wal-Mart offered sales volume. The Flower Beauty line, which includes fragrances, ranges from $5 for lip gloss to about $14 for foundation. Barrymore’s message is about self-empowerment and inner beauty, with messages like, “Happiness is the best makeup.” Wal-Mart says that the Flower eyewear is in all its stores that have vision centers, which num- ber close to 3,000. Barrymore said it is the No. 1 brand of eyewear at the discounter, although Wal- Mart could not confirm that pub- licly. It ranges in price from $39 to $88. Wal-Mart, she said, has been a “great” partner. But, she added, “at the end of the day, it is busi- ness. It is not friendship. They will drop us like a hot potato if we are not doing well.” As for her clothing venture, Barrymore, known for her Bohemian chic style, noted she won’t be offering expensive clothes. “It’s not the way I shop,” she said. Barrymore says that she gets inspiration from a lot of sources for her beauty collection “You will look at a woman’s shoe and be inspired by the color,” she said. “I am always looking at everything for pigments and col- ors. The other day I took my daughter’s paint and I couldn’t stop playing with it .... I think whatever keeps you up ... that is what you should be doing. And if it feels like you are forcing your- self to be inspired by it, that’s the wrong road.” — AP

Models present Spring/Summer 2016 creations by Sadak at the Berlin Fashion Week. — AP/AFP photos China’s secret plan to use the force of ‘Star Wars’

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Dancers pose after performing “El Macho Raton”, “El Toro Huaco” and “El Gueguense” traditional dances during San Sebastian festivity in Diriamba, province of Carazo, some 50 km south of Managua yesterday. Devotees of Saint Sebastian dance in traditional costumes between the cities of Diriamba and Dolores, which are some three kilometers away.(Inset) A dancer performs traditional dance during San Sebastian festivity. — AFP photos ‘Cry in the mountains’: Chapo arrest inspires ballads

band sings about “people crying in the mountains” video posted on YouTube. Narcocorridos have many fans in one of the many “narco ballads” inspired by the and detractors in Mexico, where some local governments Arecapture of Mexican drug kingpin Joaquin “El have sought to prevent bands from performing them in Chapo” Guzman. It didn’t take long for narcocorridos, as concerts. Rios was fined nearly $8,000 in 2013 for perform- the controversial genre is known, to emerge on the ing such songs in Chihuahua, a northern state plagued by Internet and in the streets of Mexico after Guzman was brutal drug violence. The bands sometimes get too close to arrested in his northwestern home state of Sinaloa on the action they sing about: More than 50 performers have January 8. The 58-year-old Sinaloa drug cartel leader has been killed in the country amid a drug war that has left long been a muse for bands that glorify such infamous tens of thousands of people dead since 2006. characters with beats driven by guitars, accordion, tuba and drums-and violence-laced lyrics. The kingpin and the actress Guzman has nurtured a Robin Hood image in the But this has not deterred drug balladeers. While remote mountain towns of Sinaloa, where he hid until his Mexican authorities have launched proceedings to extra- capture by marines in the seaside city of Los Mochis. The dite Guzman to the United States, another band is predict- sombrero-wearing group La Ventaja performed its new ing another great escape from the Altiplano prison, where song in the capital of Sinaloa, Culiacan, a bastion of he was returned after his arrest. “This story’s not over Guzman’s criminal organization. Their song goes: “When I because ‘El Chapo’ is still alive. Don’t be fooled, sirs, I know arrived at the mountain range, from afar I saw a little old what I’m talking about, he surely has a plan, even though lady crying. What’s happening ma’am? They caught ‘El the gringos want him,” sings Gonzalo Pena, known as “La Chapo.’ If the news is right, poverty beckons.” Irvin Sanchez, Pantera del Corrido.” Guzman’s surprise meeting with US La Ventaja’s singer and accordionist, said the song titled star Sean Penn and Mexican-American actress Kate Del “People Crying in the Mountains” does not seek to “praise Castillo has also earned a few lyrics. or offend anybody.” But his tune does predict a third Revelations about the get-together have provided escape for Guzman, who has fled twice from maximum- much material, especially after authorities said that security prisons, the first time by hiding in a laundry cart in Guzman was captured in part because the married drug 2001 and the second time through a tunnel in July. The Merchandise is seen for sale during a concert by Mexican singer Alfredo Rios aka ‘El Komander’, in Texcoco, Mexico lord was obsessed with seeing Del Castillo, 43, again. song says: “Don’t worry, they’ll soon release him. State. —AFP Authorities are now investigating whether Guzman invest- Otherwise, he’ll escape again, that has been confirmed.” ed in Del Castillo’s tequila company. Pena wrote one of One of the country’s most famous narcocorrido stars, Guzman had been hiding before it was raided by gun-tot- those songs, “The Hen that Laid the Golden Eggs,” wailing Controversial genre Alfredo Rios, who goes by the stage name “El Komander,” is ing troops. that “they want to investigate her because Guzman gave Other songs about the thrice-arrested drug baron that preparing to release his own song, “El Chapo Has Fallen.” “The gunfire from rifles was heard in Los Mochis, her an interview. Look for the rats and moles, let’s see what have appeared online include “The Lord’s Recapture” by Last week, just days after Guzman’s arrest, Rios performed Sinaloa. Who could’ve imagined? It’s already in the news, comes up.” “The news was like a bomb,” he sings. “A woman Conjunto Dinamico and “El Chapo’s Capture III” by El Morro. the song in front of the house in Los Mochis where the big scoop, El Chapo Guzman has fallen,” Rios sings in a has always been the weakness of the great ones.” —AFP Japan’s ‘Tuna King’ laments Tsukiji market move iyoshi Kimura’s ear-to-ear grin is ness is not sold on the idea. “It’s a bit sad saying that it is hard to see the move in a tough to miss in Japan-it’s that Tsukiji is moving,” the 63-year-old positive light. Kimura abandoned plans Ksplashed across ubiquitous bill- told AFP at his office, which is covered to help build a leisure facility at the new boards advertising his nationwide sushi with photos of top Japanese celebrities site, which was set to feature a 1,000-seat chain. But the self-styled “Tuna King” isn’t and politicians. food court, about 140 restaurants and smiling about plans to move Tokyo’s “For as long as I have been in the fish retailers, as well as Tokyo’s biggest hot famous Tsukiji market, the world’s business, Tsukiji was here,” Kimura added, spring, known as an onsen. —AFP biggest fish emporium, and warns that its unique identity is at risk of being destroyed. Kimura’s office is a block away from the historic site where in 2013 he famously slapped down a record $1.8 million bid at the traditional New Year bluefin tuna auction. But this month’s sale-where Kimura prevailed again with a comparatively modest $117,000 bid for an enormous 200-kilogram (440-pound) tuna-will mark his last victory at the chaotic mar- ket, popular with locals and tourists alike. Backers of the controversial move, planned for November, say the sprawl- ing, 80-year-old complex is tired and out-of-date with an ancient refrigeration Carantonas pose during the Carantonas festival in Acehuche near Caceres in the southwestern Estremadura system. Like many critics, however, province yesterday. Mixing paganism and Christianity the monster-animal like “Carantonas”, a patchwork of Kimura-a former member of Japan’s mili- This file picture taken on January 5, 2016 shows Kiyoshi Kimura (right), sheep, cow, rabbit and goatskins under painted masks, search for Saint Sebastian in the streets of the village tary who swapped dreams of becoming president of sushi restaurant chain Sushizanmai, showing a 200-kilogram eventually congregating at the village church, for a procession with the statue of the patron saint. — AFP a fighter pilot for a life in the fish busi- bluefin tuna at his main restaurant near Tokyo’s Tsukiji fish market. —AFP