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Bahrain in ILO body Manama ahrain has been elected as a regular member to the Governing Body of the International LabourB (ILO) for the period 2017–20. The ILO governments group was elected on Monday at the United Nations Geneva-based premises WIN 3 CARS during the ILO’s 106th Session on June 4-16. The achievement reflects the growing AND 300 trust in Bahrain internationally as well as GOLD COINS! the recognition of its efforts by ILO member states in labour reforms. Labour and Social Tel: 17228888 Development Minister Jameel Humaidan bfc.com.bh congratulated His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, Prime Minister His Royal Highness Prince Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa and Crown Prince, Deputy Supreme Commander and First Deputy Prime Minister HRH Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa on the occasion. The minister extended congratulations to the Premier for Bahrain’s winning the regular JO3307_BFC_BAH_BOB_Centenary_Bonanza_Campaign_ad_67x40mm.indd25/05/2017 15:45 1 membership at ILO’s governing body, noting that the achievement reflects the International Community’s appreciation of prestigious I say to Republicans: If status enjoyed by Bahrain under His Majesty’s you can’t defend your Reform Project. efforts to throw millions off health care to give huge tax breaks to the top 2%, His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa with United Arab Emirates Vice President and Ruler of give it up. Dubai, Shaikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum at Al Bateen Palace in Abu Dhabi, yesterday. @SenSanders HM King Hamad, UAE leaders hold bilateral talks Today’s Weather yesterday. The meeting was held Dhabi Ruler’s Representative Abu Dhabi Max Min at Al Bateen Palace in Abu Dhabi. Shaikh Saeed bin Zayed Al His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al The leaders exchanged Ramadan Nahyan; Vice Chairman of Abu 42°C 28°C Khalifa held talks with United Arab greetings and wished Arab and Dhabi Executive Council, Shaikh Emirates Vice President and Ruler Islamic nations progress and hap- Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan; of Dubai, Shaikh Mohammed piness, peace and prosperity. National Security Advisor, Shaikh bin Rashid Al Maktoum, and After performing Maghrib prayer, Tahnoun bin Zayed Al Nahyan; x Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi President of the Crown Prince’s Shaikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al hosted an Iftar banquet in honour Court, Executive Council mem- The Guardian to move Nahyan, in the presence of mem- of HM the King. ber, Shaikh Hamed bin Zayed Al to tabloid format ber of the UAE Supreme Council HM the King, who arrived early Nahyan; Bahrain’s Ambassador to and Ruler of Ajman, Shaikh in Abu Dhabi, was welcomed by the UAE Mohammed Al Ma’awda London Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi Abu Dhabi Crown Prince; Abu and senior Embassy officials. ritain’s Guardian P newspaper is set to 04 Bmove to a tabloid format in early 2018 as part of its “three-year transformation programme,” parent company Guardian Media Group announced yesterday. Flights ban to stay DT News Network not include aviation companies and conventions governing hours before, including a list and the flow of international Manama and aircraft not registered in air traffic movement over its of names and nationalities of air traffic over the skies he government will stick Bahrain or Qatar, and wishing national airspace. crews and passengers, and the of the of Bahrain. At the to its decision taken to use the Kingdom’s airspace The Ministry of cargo carried by the aircraft. same time, Bahrain reserves onT June 5 banning Qatari to and from Qatar. The Civil Transportation and The ministry has reiterated the sovereign right under aviation companies and Aviation Authority said that Telecommunications said that its full commitment to the international law to take any aircraft registered in Qatar it would exercise its right to private and chartered aircraft provisions and of the 1944 precautionary measures to P from landing at the Kingdom’s impose further measures that traversing Bahrain airspace Chicago Convention on protect its national security. Company05 releases airports or traversing its could guarantee the security from and to Qatar, non-Qatari International Civil Aviation The ministry reaffirmed its sovereign airspace, the Civil and safety of its sovereign private and chartered flights, and other relevant conventions commitment to international salary arrears of Aviation Authority said airspace from any threat or risk must submit a request to the to ensure the safety of resolutions on the fight against unpaid workers yesterday. The decision will in accordance with the laws Civil Aviation Authority 24 international civil aviation terrorism.

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Deputy King, His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa being received by Interior Minister, Lieutenant-General Shaikh growth’Rashid bin Abdulla Al Khalifa HRH Prince Salman hosts Iftar banquet for MoI officers Manama Prince Salman, during his bin Isa Al Khalifa. programmes introduced by fallen officers, who selflessly Ramadan. eputy King, His Royal visit to an Iftar banquet at the The Deputy King was MoI to build partnerships dedicated their lives to On behalf of the MoI, the Highness Prince Salman Public Security Officers Club, received by Interior Minister, within the community and defending Bahrain’s national Interior Minister expressed Dbin Hamad Al Khalifa highlighted the role of officers Lieutenant-General Shaikh maintain best performance security and laws. his gratitude to His Royal yesterday praised the role as an important component Rashid bin Abdulla Al Khalifa, measures. Prince Salman extended his Highness for recognising played by law enforcement of the national economic upon arrival. In praising the efforts of best wishes to the Minister of the role MoI officers play in officers in strengthening development programme, led HRH also welcomed the MoI officers, Prince Salman Interior and all MoI staff on the protecting the Kingdom’s Bahrain’s safety and security. by His Majesty King Hamad wide-ranging initiatives and highlighted the sacrifices of occasion of the Holy month of security. Wednesday, June 14, 2017 3 Court denies right to appeal DT News Network Woman who dumped Manama court has waived the right to appeal the conviction of Athe second defendant involved in a money laundering case involving cleric Isa Qassim. The baby in dustbin was defendants each were handed a suspended one year in prison after they were found guilty of money laundering. The trio was also fined BD100,000 each. According to court files, impregnated by lover Qassim was the one who DT News Network she was taken to a hospital child. backpack, before going to a was found in the airport and instructed the duo to raise [email protected] there when she suffered She claimed that she only different restroom where she that that the mother was funds. And, he was reportedly ore details were revealed health complications at Dubai found out about her pregnancy cleaned herself and threw the traveling on a flight through the only decision-maker in the yesterday about the International Airport. in the seventh month and that baby in the waste bin. Dubai International Airport. spending process, according to M34-year-old woman who She was brought back to she bought abortion pills from The Public Prosecution Security authorities in both his co-defendants’ statements dumped her new-born baby Bahrain three days after the a Bangladeshi national here. announced that the woman countries cooperated and during questioning. The duo in a restroom in Bahrain incident took place as per an The woman also said that was interrogated, accused of the suspect was arrested and also said that Qassim had used International Airport and international arrest warrant she had taken the pills a day premeditated murder of her brought to Bahrain through the some of the money to buy $1 travelled to Dubai, on her way issued against her by the Public before the incident. She told new-born and referred to International Police, Interpol,” million worth of properties back to Indonesia, her native Prosecution here. the interrogators that she court. Child and Family Prosecution that were registered under his country, in March this year. While she stood trial before entered the restroom when she “This case reflects one aspect Deputy Attorney Hamad Al name. The public prosecution The dead infant was found the First High Criminal felt abdominal pain and gave of the judicial cooperation Gallaf stated earlier. had said earlier that a sum wrapped in the bin by the Court yesterday, the woman birth there. between the Kingdom of The First High Criminal of $10 million was found cleaners at a restroom in the confessed that she worked in Court files showed that Bahrain and the United Arab Court ordered to adjourn the deposited in his bank account departure hall. Bahrain and was impregnated when the baby began crying, Emirates. The authorities case to September 26 to hear during investigations. Qassim’s The woman was arrested by her Pakistani boyfriend, the woman wrapped it in a in Dubai were informed witnesses’ testimonies, while nationality was earlier stripped by the Emirati police after who denied any relation to the plastic bag and hid it in her immediately after the foetus the suspect remains in custody. off for dividing society. 3 expats found dead Harpreet Kaur [email protected] hree expatriates were found dead at their labour campsT in the past 24 hours. Chitravelu Shanmugam, an expat from India, was found dead when he hung himself at his labour camp near Al Naim area. According to sources, Chitravelu was a trader for a real estate firm who left the workplace without informing. Chitravelu Shanmugham Amandeep Singh When asked about him, his found dead at 8:00 am. We are Eker at around 6:00 am. roommates told us that he in the process to send his body “I was just heading out for hung himself and was found back to his family soon after work when we found him dead at around 8:00 pm. the postmortem. unconscious on a chair. We Raju, another expatriate Amandeep Singh, an tried to wake him up but he had from India, was found dead expatriate from India worked no heart beat, we immediately as he hung himself in his as a clerk for one of the called the ambulance, but apartment in A’ali. Raju, who contracting companies, was he was no more,” said an worked as a houseboy, was found dead in his camp at West expatriate. Two held for illegal liquor sale DT News Network Manama olice yesterday announced the arrest of two people Pfor illegal sale of liquor in the Capital. Capital Governorate Police Director Colonel Khalid Al Thawadi confirmed the arrest in a statement issued here yesterday that “the suspects were of Asian nationalities” and that “they were arrested in Juffair”. “Investigations led to the suspects’ arrest and confiscation of the alcohol beverages. Legal proceedings are being taken to refer the case Rolex Boutique - Bahrain City Centre to the Public Prosecution,” Col. Al Thawadi added. The suspects and the confiscated items 4 Wednesday, June 14, 2017 Growth driven by spirit of nationalism: Deputy King

DT News Network Manama ahraini community and its spirit of nationalism are Bat the core of the success of the Kingdom’s comprehensive development programme led by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, said Deputy King, His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa. Prince Salman was visiting the Majlises of Mohammed Al Mutawa, Minister of Cabinet Affairs and Al Jalahma family. HH Shaikh Isa bin Salman Al Khalifa accompanied HRH during the visits. The Deputy King emphasised that Bahrain’s citizens have long shown their strong commitment to protecting the Kingdom’s national identity, as enshrined in the National Action Charter, which champions the principles of moderation and pluralism over intolerance and extremism. HRH pointed out that these principles, which form the foundations of Bahraini society, have paved the way for significant progress and set out to strengthen the role the guiding principles of development across the of the private sector as the Bahrain’s Economic Vision Kingdom, supporting the main engine of the economy 2030 – sustainability, aspirations of all Bahraini by ensuring that businesses in competitiveness and fairness – citizens. the Kingdom are supported are reflected comprehensively The Deputy King by an investment environment in the ongoing development of highlighted that the Kingdom conducive to encouraging government services at various has continued to push innovation and excellence levels. ahead with programmes Prince Salman further The Majlis hosts and guests and initiatives designed to highlighted the importance expressed their gratitude for encourage economic progress of integrating national His Royal Highness’ visit and and the spirit of innovation capabilities across various highlighted his commitment that has resulted in success sectors of government to to advancing sustainable across Bahrain’s key sectors. reinforce this partnership with development and delivering HRH also noted that the the private sector opportunities for the citizens Government Forum last year Deputy King added that of Bahrain. 4 Wednesday, June 14, 2017 Wednesday, June 14, 2017 5 Top school Growth driven by spirit of Company achievers honoured DT News Network Manama nationalism: Deputy King releases ducation Minister Dr. Majid bin Ali Al-Nuaimi yesterdayE honoured top high school achievers. He also honoured public and private schools in A worker receiving his salary arrears acknowledgement of their salary cooperation in implementing DT News Network their departure at the Bahrain International technical and vocational Manama Airport. On the occasion, the Labour and educational programmes. construction company has started Social Development Ministry expressed Addressing the ceremony, releasing the salary arrears of workers pride in the Premier’s interest in boosting Dr. Al-Nuaimi congratulated whoA were not paid for a long time after the the development and production process in the top-achievers for their successful intervention of the Labour and the Kingdom and keenness on applying the dedicated efforts and arrears Social Development Ministry. law to preserve labour rights, valuing the outstanding results, paying The move follows orders from His Royal cooperation of all parties to implement the tribute to parents and the Highness Prime Minister Prince Khalifa bin Prime Minister’s orders. teaching staff. He noted that Salman Al Khalifa to the Labour and Social The Ministry stressed the government’s the number of top-achieving Development Ministry to intensify efforts keenness on ensuring the rights of workers, students who obtained with the all the relevant parties, including the who are the cornerstone of the development a minimum 95 per cent construction firm, to undertake necessary and progress. Workers who have received increased to 737 this year. The of unpaid legal and financial procedures to ensure the their salary arrears extended deepest thanks minister distributed certificates payment of the workers’ salary arrears. The and appreciation to HRH the Prime Minister and gifts to the graduates. The company shall complete the payment of the for his kind gesture and directives to solve outstanding students and DT News Network salaries within a week to all the workers. their problem quickly. They also extended their parents extended thanks Manama Workers who choose to leave the country thanks to the Ministry of Labour and Social and appreciation to the wise ahraini community and its shall also receive all their salary arrears, Development for its fruitful efforts to leadership for promoting the Bspirit of nationalism are workers and the Ministry of Workers will facilitate implement the Premier’s orders. educational system. at the core of the success of the Kingdom’s comprehensive development programme led by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, said Deputy King, His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa. Prince Salman was visiting the Majlises of Mohammed Al Mutawa, Minister of Cabinet Affairs and Al Jalahma family. HH Shaikh Isa bin Salman Al Khalifa accompanied HRH during the visits. The Deputy King emphasised that Bahrain’s citizens have long shown their strong commitment to One of the parking grounds; Right, An area of the parking ground where people urinate protecting the Kingdom’s national identity, as enshrined in the National Action Parking grounds become Charter, which champions the principles of moderation and pluralism over intolerance and open toilets in Capital extremism. AMAIUB: WHERE EACH CAREER PATH OPENS HRH pointed out that Harpreet Kaur/DTNN frequent the area. We really the area are a lot worried,” these principles, which form [email protected] can’t blame anyone specific he said. UP TO A WORLD OF OPPORTUNITIES the foundations of Bahraini wo large parking grounds as those spaces are used by so “The problem is these society, have paved the way Tin the Capital have many men just to urinate in people don’t understand for significant progress and set out to strengthen the role the guiding principles of become an open toilet with public, making the whole area and lack basic etiquettes. We COLLEGE OF COLLEGE OF COLLEGE OF development across the of the private sector as the Bahrain’s Economic Vision the entire area stinking with stink really badly,” said a man have tried to put up posters ADMINISTRATIVE AND urine. The Government who resides in the area. and raise awareness among FINANCIAL SCIENCES COMPUTER STUDIES ENGINEERING Kingdom, supporting the main engine of the economy 2030 – sustainability, • Bachelor of Science in • Bachelor of Science in Business Informatics • Bachelor of Science in Computer Science aspirations of all Bahraini by ensuring that businesses in competitiveness and fairness – Avenue, Road 453 and block “I am a resident in the people. I would speak to my Mechatronics Engineering 304, just opposite the main area and I live along with team and we will try to come • Bachelor of Science in International Business citizens. the Kingdom are supported are reflected comprehensively • Master of Business Administration The Deputy King by an investment environment in the ongoing development of Manama Bus Station, are the my family. The place is up with a solution to fix the highlighted that the Kingdom conducive to encouraging government services at various two open grounds used by always overcrowded with problem,” said Chairman of International Accreditations: International Accreditations: International Accreditations: has continued to push innovation and excellence levels. anti-socials for all kinds of pedestrians who misuse the Capital Municipal Council, ahead with programmes Prince Salman further The Majlis hosts and guests illegal activities. The whole public space. When I go out Mohammed Ali Al Khuzai. and initiatives designed to highlighted the importance expressed their gratitude for area stinks as men in that with my family we come “We will inspect the area no. 0805-17. HEC under HEC by is approved advertisement This encourage economic progress of integrating national His Royal Highness’ visit and area urinate publicly on the across people urinate. It is and find a solution for this and the spirit of innovation capabilities across various highlighted his commitment ground. not a very pleasing sight issue so that people stop that has resulted in success sectors of government to to advancing sustainable “The grounds are always for my children to watch misusing public spaces,” ENROLL Tel: 17787978 / 17787950 across Bahrain’s key sectors. reinforce this partnership with development and delivering crowded with expats and men urinate in public. We Engineer Mazen Ahmad Fax : 17879380 HRH also noted that the the private sector opportunities for the citizens there are all kinds of activities really urge the officials to Al-Omran, Vice Chairman www.amaiu.edu.bh Government Forum last year Deputy King added that of Bahrain. happening. From Illegal taxi take immediate action and of Capital Municipal Council NOW! www.amaiu.edu.bh drivers to illegal hawkers resolve this issue. Families in said. Daily Tribune - 13.2cm x16cm 6 Wednesday, June 14, 2017 Bahraini author Mohamad Isa says he expected bestseller status Mohammed Zafran/DTNN the world were selected as the audience and make your speech Tracy. When they see the book [email protected] writers. interesting to them,” he wrote in at shopping malls or book Apart from being a writer, his section of the book. shops, they call me to ask about Manama Isa is also an accomplished “Public speaking is a skill how I managed to write it.” he ahraini author public speaker. Isa has been that helps you on your way to said. Mohamad Isa, who involved in public speaking success no matter what career “I have another book set to be Bco-othered a book with since his university days, he also path you have chosen. You can published in December, it will world-renowned author has more than fifteen years of be a banker or a doctor or a be my fifth book to be published. Brian Tracy, is not experience in coaching clients. businessman but if you cannot It is a book about customer surprised that the He has spoken at various high communicate your ideas it is a service failures in banks that I book became level conferences in the Gulf, problem,” he told DT News. have witnessed myself. I have an Amazon UK, USA, and Germany sharing Speaking about the book 13 other books that planning bestseller. the stage with some of the top becoming a bestseller, he said “I to publish; I don’t see myself Last year, Isa speakers in the world, such as am not surprised when it became discontinuing writing,” was selected Tom Peters, Tony Buzan, Shep a bestseller, we were expecting it he said. to be one of Hyken, John Gray, and Doug to be honest. We had a team of Advising youth authors he the writers to Lipp. well known authors as well as said, “Writing a book is a not team up with Isa’s contribution for the a good marketing campaign in as difficult as many think of world-renowned book was a section about public place. The campaign was global it. It is not necessary to find a motivational speaking. “Express. Do not because the writers were from all publisher, you can make it an speaker and author Brian try to impress! Expand your over the world.” eBook and easily publish it on Tracy. Soon after its release, the vocabulary to engage your “I am happy about the the internet. Writing a book does book reached bestseller status in audience. If you do not have a book becoming a bestseller. not need to be time consuming. two categories and currently the story, you do not have a speech! Personally what I am more I wrote my fifth book in six book is the bestseller in three Humour connects humanity. excited about is having landed days, from conception to categories. Use it whenever possible. Do a book deal with Brian Tracy. execution. On average I spend Along with Tracy and Isa, a not just throw ideas, illustrate People are still amazed that I two to three hours a day group of experts from around them creatively. Analyse your co-authored a book with Brian writing.” Mohamad Isa Bahrain to host unique 8-hour ladies yoga relay DT News Network from 1 to 2 pm shall be hosted Manama by Jacques Dessange, the he International Yoga popular ladies fitness club in Day on June 21st will be Adliya.Lady members of the markedT with a unique eight- Rajasthanis in Bahrain group hour Ladies Yoga Relay at will also be joining different various locations throughout sessions. the Kingdom. “The Indian Embassy is To be organised by popular delighted to support this novel diaspora magazine Salaam Yoga Relay concept which Bahrain with the support of the brings together the many yoga Embassy of India, the relay is centres, teachers, enthusiasts of divided into eight sessions of this ancient Indian tradition 60 minutes each. Each guided which embodies unity of mind session will take place under and body, thought and action, the supervision of a yoga harmony between Man and teacher and is open to ladies at Nature and a holistic approach all levels of yoga training. to health and well-being.” The first session will take said Indian Ambassador Alok place from 6 to 7 am and will be Kumar Sinha, “The Ladies Yoga led by Amelia German, a yoga Representational image Relay is a fitting celebration of teacher, part of the Well-Being IYD and the response received Programme at Bapco. This Club in Gudaibiya. Parekh at the Sports Training Gauri Dhokate, an Adliya- will come together with yoga is a great testimony to the will take place at the Princess The third session, from 8 to Complex in Saar. based yoga teacher will run the teacher Pallavi for the seventh growing popularity of yoga as Sabeekha Park in Awali. 9 am will be hosted by Pure From 10 to 11 am, Fitness sixth hour of the Yoga Relay hour of the relay from 12 noon a way of healthy living.” The second session from 7 Yoga located in Hamala. First will host the ladies of the from 11 am to 12 noon at the to 1 pm at their clubhouse in Ladies wishing to register for to 8 am will be offered by the The fourth hour of the relay, Maharashtra Cultural Society Indian Club in Gudaibiya. Baraka Building in Old Palace any of the sessions as per the Isha Foundation and shall take from 9 to 10 am will be hosted at their yoga studio at the Members and guests of the Road. time and venue convenient to place in Manama at the Indian by popular yoga teacher Hency Fitness First in Juffair Mall. Indian Ladies Association The final hour of the relay, them, can call 3600 4824. 6 Wednesday, June 14, 2017 Wednesday, June 14, 2017 7 Bahraini author Mohamad Isa says he expected Qatar bestseller status not under Mohammed Zafran/DTNN the world were selected as the audience and make your speech Tracy. When they see the book [email protected] writers. interesting to them,” he wrote in at shopping malls or book Apart from being a writer, his section of the book. shops, they call me to ask about US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson(R) Manama Isa is also an accomplished “Public speaking is a skill how I managed to write it.” he shake hands with Saudi Foreign ahraini author public speaker. Isa has been that helps you on your way to said. Minister Adel al-Jubeir BMohamad Isa, who involved in public speaking success no matter what career “I have another book set to be co-othered a book with since his university days, he also path you have chosen. You can published in December, it will blockade world-renowned author has more than fifteen years of be a banker or a doctor or a be my fifth book to be published. Private planes and charter flights Brian Tracy, is not experience in coaching clients. businessman but if you cannot It is a book about customer surprised that the He has spoken at various high communicate your ideas it is a service failures in banks that I Ban applies only to airlines from Qatar or to or from Qatar are exempted with book became level conferences in the Gulf, problem,” he told DT News. have witnessed myself. I have an Amazon UK, USA, and Germany sharing Speaking about the book 13 other books that planning prior permission to transit bestseller. the stage with some of the top becoming a bestseller, he said “I to publish; I don’t see myself registered there, say Bahrain, UAE, Saudi Last year, Isa speakers in the world, such as am not surprised when it became discontinuing writing,” was selected Tom Peters, Tony Buzan, Shep a bestseller, we were expecting it he said. Manama/Riyadh/Dubai allies severed ties with Qatar for wishing to use the Kingdom’s of cargo on board. US envoy steps down to be one of Hyken, John Gray, and Doug to be honest. We had a team of Advising youth authors he audi Arabia, Bahrain and the supporting “terrorism” in the region. airspace to and from Qatar. As the crisis simmered, Washington’s the writers to Lipp. well known authors as well as said, “Writing a book is a not SUAE in statements yesterday The embargo bans “all Qatari More actions: Bahrain envoy to Doha tweeted yesterday team up with Isa’s contribution for the a good marketing campaign in as difficult as many think of made clear that their neighbour Bahrain, UAE aviation companies and aircraft Bahrain’s Ministry of Transportation that she was leaving her post. world-renowned book was a section about public place. The campaign was global it. It is not necessary to find a Qatar was not under blockade. In an similar statement, the Civil registered in the state of Qatar” and Telecommunications (MTT) Dana Shell Smith did not say motivational speaking. “Express. Do not because the writers were from all publisher, you can make it an “There is no blockade of Qatar. Aviation Authority of the United from landing or transiting through said it is fully committed to the why she was stepping down, but in speaker and author Brian try to impress! Expand your over the world.” eBook and easily publish it on Qatar is free to go. The ports are Arab Emirates also stressed that air the airspace of the Emirates, Saudi provisions and of the 1944 Chicago Washington officials said she had Tracy. Soon after its release, the vocabulary to engage your “I am happy about the the internet. Writing a book does open, the airports are open,” Saudi embargo imposed on Qatar only Arabia and Bahrain, according to the Convention on International made a personal decision to leave book reached bestseller status in audience. If you do not have a book becoming a bestseller. not need to be time consuming. Foreign Minister Adel al-Jubeir said applies to airlines from Qatar or statements published by the national Civil Aviation and other relevant earlier this year after a normal three- two categories and currently the story, you do not have a speech! Personally what I am more I wrote my fifth book in six alongside a silent Tillerson who had registered there. agencies of the three countries. conventions, but it “reserves the year tour. book is the bestseller in three Humour connects humanity. excited about is having landed days, from conception to called last week for the embargo on Bahrain also issued identical sovereign right under international Smith was appointed ambassador categories. Use it whenever possible. Do a book deal with Brian Tracy. execution. On average I spend Qatar to be “eased”. statement on the air embargo, Private planes, charter flights law to take any precautionary by US President Donald Trump’s Along with Tracy and Isa, a not just throw ideas, illustrate People are still amazed that I two to three hours a day “The limitation on the use of Saudi which came into effect when The ban does not apply to aviation measures to protect its national predecessor Barack Obama in 2014. group of experts from around them creatively. Analyse your co-authored a book with Brian writing.” airspace is only limited to Qatari Riyadh, Abu Dhabi and Manama companies and aircraft not registered security whenever necessary”. Last month in another tweet she Mohamad Isa airways or Qatari-owned aircraft, broke off relations with Qatar on in Qatar and the three neighbouring The authority also said it would appeared to express dissatisfaction not anybody else,” Jubeir said. June 5, accusing it of supporting countries, and which wish to cross exercise its right to impose further with political events back home. “The seaports of Qatar are open. “terrorism”. their airspace to and from Qatar, measures to guarantee the security After Trump’s dramatic sacking There is no blockade on them. Qatar The Civil Aviation Authority of they said. and safety of its sovereign airspace of FBI director James Comey, she Bahrain to host unique 8-hour ladies yoga relay can move goods in and out whenever Bahrain reaffirmed that the decision An exception is made for in accordance with the laws and wrote: “Increasingly difficult to they want. They just cannot use our does not include the aviation private planes and conventions governing air traffic wake up overseas to news from DT News Network from 1 to 2 pm shall be hosted territorial waters.” companies and aircraft not charter flights to movement over its national airspace. home, knowing I will spend today Manama by Jacques Dessange, the Al-Jubeir, in Washington for registered in Bahrain or from Qatar, The knock-on effects of the crisis explaining our democracy and he International Yoga popular ladies fitness club in talks with US Secretary of State Rex or Qatar, and which require are not confined to the Gulf. institutions.” Day on June 21st will be Adliya.Lady members of the Tillerson, insisted that moves to permission to Al-Udeid, the largest US airbase (agencies) markedT with a unique eight- Rajasthanis in Bahrain group isolate Qatar were reasonable. transit through the in the Middle East, is in Qatar and is hour Ladies Yoga Relay at will also be joining different Saudi Arabia and airspace of the three a key facility in the fight against the various locations throughout sessions. its Gulf countries, the statements Islamic State group in Syria and Iraq. the Kingdom. “The Indian Embassy is said. Russian President Vladimir Putin To be organised by popular delighted to support this novel A permission request and Saudi King Salman discussed diaspora magazine Salaam Yoga Relay concept which must be submitted 24 hours in the crisis on Tuesday, with Putin Bahrain with the support of the brings together the many yoga advance and include a list of the warning that the crisis would Embassy of India, the relay is centres, teachers, enthusiasts of A plane from Lebanese carrier Middle East Airlines lands at the names and nationalities of both crew make finding a peaceful end to the divided into eight sessions of this ancient Indian tradition Hamad International Airport in the Qatari capital Doha and passengers, as well as the nature war in Syria more difficult. 60 minutes each. Each guided which embodies unity of mind session will take place under and body, thought and action, the supervision of a yoga harmony between Man and teacher and is open to ladies at Nature and a holistic approach Flying cows to desert is one way to drink fresh milk all levels of yoga training. to health and well-being.” The first session will take said Indian Ambassador Alok all it the biggest bovine beasts that Moutaz Al way. There’s also a campaign business is a construction line two strips of verdant at his office in Doha. place from 6 to 7 am and will be Kumar Sinha, “The Ladies Yoga airlift in history. One Khayyat, chairman of Power to buy home-grown produce. firm that built Qatar’s biggest grass in the desert with a road Facilities for the Holstein QatariC businessman plans to International Holding, Most of the fresh milk mall, had been expanding running through the middle cows are ready, though led by Amelia German, a yoga Representational image Relay is a fitting celebration of teacher, part of the Well-Being IYD and the response received fly 4,000 cows to the Gulf bought in Australia and the and dairy products for the company’s agricultural up to a small mosque. Fresh the company will take a hit Programme at Bapco. This Club in Gudaibiya. Parekh at the Sports Training Gauri Dhokate, an Adliya- will come together with yoga is a great testimony to the desert to fill the void left by a U.S. “This is the time to work Doha’s more than 1 million business at a farm 50 milk production will now on the shipping cost for the will take place at the Princess The third session, from 8 to Complex in Saar. based yoga teacher will run the teacher Pallavi for the seventh growing popularity of yoga as collapse in the supply of fresh for Qatar,” he said. population came from Saudi kilometers (31 miles) north start by the end of the month animals, which increased Sabeekha Park in Awali. 9 am will be hosted by Pure From 10 to 11 am, Fitness sixth hour of the Yoga Relay hour of the relay from 12 noon a way of healthy living.” milk. It will take as many as Turkish dairy goods have Arabia up until a week ago. of Doha. On a site covering and will eventually cover a more than five times to $8 The second session from 7 Yoga located in Hamala. First will host the ladies of the from 11 am to 12 noon at the to 1 pm at their clubhouse in Ladies wishing to register for 60 flights for Qatar Airways been flown in, and Iranian That milk is getting scarce. the equivalent of almost 70 third of Qatar’s demand by million. (Economic Times/ to 8 am will be offered by the The fourth hour of the relay, Maharashtra Cultural Society Indian Club in Gudaibiya. Baraka Building in Old Palace any of the sessions as per the to deliver the 590-kilogram fruit and vegetables are on the Al Khayyat, whose main soccer fields, new grey sheds mid-July, Al Khayyat said Bloomberg) Isha Foundation and shall take from 9 to 10 am will be hosted at their yoga studio at the Members and guests of the Road. time and venue convenient to place in Manama at the Indian by popular yoga teacher Hency Fitness First in Juffair Mall. Indian Ladies Association The final hour of the relay, them, can call 3600 4824. 8 BUSINESS Wednesday, June 14, 2017 By Invitation Gulf Air adopts MS Dr. Jassim Haji Simplifying Air Travel ir travel and customs have always been a nuisance and AzureManama Cloud Solution now more than ever because of the heightened security icrosoft announced that Aand threats. As a result, many initiatives have been started Gulf Air has revamped to improve this situation. The most important one is the Mits online customer-experience Fast Travel Program by the International Air Transport with the power of Microsoft Association’s (IATA) which aims to provide passengers with Azure Cloud. a complete relevant self-service suite of services throughout The deployment carried their journey. out by Link Development, a Over half of passengers already use a self-service channel Microsoft Certified Cloud at check-in and even more passengers are expected to start Service provider, enables using self-service approaches. The fastest growing channel will Gulf Air to deliver web and be mobile devices, where usage will pretty much double. The cross-device services while overwhelming majority of airlines and airports are responding future-proofing its online by investing in passenger services via mobile devices. Airlines platform, giving customers forecast that mobile will drive the continued growth of self- access to information and service check-in over the next three years and airports forecast services around the clock, from that mobile check-in will be the number one choice by 2018. anywhere in the world, with Almost a third of passengers expect to be using bag-drop, lightning-fast response times. either staffed or fully self-service – in 2016. At the moment, “Sub-second response the preference is for the staffed stations as passengers gradually times are critical to travellers gain confidence in the unstaffed bag-drops. Passengers are as they plan their itineraries, back in their comfort zone when it comes to using self-service and this was a high-priority boarding passes. Two thirds used self-service channels last year aspect of Gulf Air’s digital and this is expected to increase slightly in the current year. transformation,” said Sherif IATA’s target is to achieve a self-service suite of services Tawfik, Country General that ensures more convenience and control and a better Manager, Microsoft Bahrain & travel experience to 80% of global passengers by 2020. Global Oman. Dr Jassim Haji(L) and Sherif Tawfik signing the agreement penetration of this initiative reached 29.2% of passengers “The importance of the With the help of trusted local platforms. The main site offers a wide in 2015. This result is below IATA’s target of 35% because online user experience and Microsoft implementation Gulf Air’s multilingual site range of responsive features, of regulatory obstacles to introducing new services, such as the need for a superior online partner Link Development, gulfair.com consists of a main such as travel data, baggage home-printed bag-tags, in some regions. Consequently, IATA presence made us decide that Gulf Air has rebuilt its legacy corporate site and sub-sites claim, flight booking and even has adjusted down its 2016 target from 50% to 40% global a modern online presence was Microsoft SharePoint-based dedicated to other Gulf Air local-weather information. The penetration, but says the overall vision for 80% penetration a high strategic priority,” said website using a powerful services, such as its passenger flexibility of Azure will allow by 2020 is unaffected. It expects implementation to take off Dr Jassim Haji, Director of IT, combination of Azure loyalty programme, cargo the airline to roll out other quickly once allowed by governments. Gulf Air. and open-source software partners and customers. provisions as needed. Today Alaska, Qantas, Air New Zealand, SAS and Hawaiian Airlines offer four or more Fast Travel options to at least 80% of their passengers, and more airlines and airports are planning a high level of activity, in the coming three years. Looking at the various Fast Travel journey stages, airlines forecast continued Sony fires at Xbox with arsenal of big PS4 games growth for self-service check-in, with both airlines and airports predicting that mobile will be the key channel. Bag self-service options are also set to increase rapidly. Sony showed Self-service document check for passports is already off rich, action- A rapid-fire presentation of video trailers included the first “Uncharted” game to feature a available from most airlines and more expect to roll out this packed new service, while airports are planning a swift deployment of heroine in place of the “Nathan Drake” hero, a “God of War” sequel with a mighty father-son information access services via kiosks. Further, over half of PlayStation 4 theme, and a pulse-pounding title starring “Spiderman” of Marvel Comics fame. The event both airlines and airports plan to be using self-boarding gates video games, also unveiled a version of the hit fantasy role-playing game “Skyrim” tailored for play on by 2018. Newer self-service processes are also likely to move PlayStation virtual reality gear. towards the mainstream in the next three years. Right now, some for vir- just a minority of airlines and airports provide self-service tual reality, as A PlayStation ‘ecosystem’ “The PS4 plat- tools to help passengers get their journey back on track it defended its Pro console form is in its during disruptions and flight delays, but most are planning that includes to have these in place in the next three years. Airline baggage crown as the PS4 models include online game prime, with the recovery services will develop rapidly with a particular focus a “Pro” console for communities, top-selling new- powering ultra- industry’s best on improving communications for both passengers and staff; content and lineup of exclu- while airports will start to establish self-service registration of generation con- high definition services had lost bags. sole. The com- 4K graph- more than 70 sive and partner ics, and the Changi Airport in Singapore is developing a new Terminal pany focused million month- titles slated 4 that will make extensive use of technology to improve entire line ly active users of consoles to release this passenger experiences and enhance operational efficiency. on blockbuster as of the end of syncs with year, taking full When it comes online in 2017, it will feature a complete suite March, accord- games and PlayStation of self-service and automated options from check-in and bag- ing to Sony. advantage of intriguing new 70 million users drop to immigration clearance and boarding. These initiatives VR gear. the power of the will be supplemented by facial recognition technology to titles for PS4 at PS4 system,” eliminate manual identification and fully automated processes a press event on and checks from check-in to boarding the aircraft. Sony Interactive As Fast Travel continues to drive improvements to the the eve of the Market Leader Entertainment passenger journey, airlines and airports are already looking opening of the Sony PlayStation 4 has dominated the global chief beyond these self-service concepts to further enhance the major Electronic latest generation of consoles, outselling executive experience for passengers and to better optimize their Xbox One two to one, according to indus- operations. The advent of the Internet of Things promises Entertainment try trackers. PlayStation has also become the Andrew House to enable new services for passengers and give air transport Expo in Los prime driver of revenue and profit at the Japan- said. stakeholders a holistic, real-time view of their operations. Angeles. based entertainment giant Sony, executives say. (The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the policy or position of this newspaper.) 8 BUSINESS Wednesday, June 14, 2017 Wednesday, June 14, 2017 BUSINESS 9 Spain’s central bank raises growth forecast US wholesale prices flat in May on food, energy I think (Donald Trump) is By Invitation Madrid Washington wrong. I think that we need pain’s central bank raised its growth forecast for 2017 to 3.1 alling food and energy prices helped keep US wholesale international cooperation in Spercent from 2.8pc, as the country continues on its road to Finflation flat in May, in another sign of slackening price order to deal with Gulf Air adopts MS recovery from a damaging economic pressures, the Labour Department Dr. Jassim Haji crisis. It cited “better perspectives reported. The new figures come climate change,” in world markets, particularly in as the US central bank begins a the short term” as well as lower two-day monetary policy meeting, Simplifying Air Travel oil prices and interest rates, and with the Federal Reserve widely a generally better-functioning expected to raise the key interest Michael Gove ir travel and customs have always been a nuisance and AzureManama Cloud Solution Spanish economy, including a slight rate for the second time this year now more than ever because of the heightened security icrosoft announced that drop in private sector debt. despite signs of a cooling economy. UK Environment Minister Aand threats. As a result, many initiatives have been started Gulf Air has revamped to improve this situation. The most important one is the Mits online customer-experience Fast Travel Program by the International Air Transport with the power of Microsoft Association’s (IATA) which aims to provide passengers with Azure Cloud. 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COUNTRY/CURRENCIES BUY SELL AUSTRALIA 0.2921 0.2896 BANGLADESH 0.00491 0.00469 soars CANADA 0.2901 0.2870 DENMARK 0.0599 EGYPT 0.0234 0.0217 EURO 0.4289 0.4268 Representation al image of Egypt stock exchange HONGKONG 0.04985 0.04945 INDIA 0.00607 0.00593 INDONESIA 0.00003019 0.00002906 Dubai Logistics company Gulf IRAN TUMAN 0.000323 ulf stock markets were Warehousing, which had IRAQI DINAR 0.000304 mixed yesterday as Qatar plunged after the boycott Closing Bell JAPAN 0.00359 0.003520 Gfell back, still affected by other started, rebounded 6.9pc to JORDAN 0.5350 0.5351 Gulf states’ sanctions against 48.80 riyals. SAUDI ARABIA edged down 0.03pc to 6,821 points. KOREA 0.00038466 Doha, while Abu Dhabi’s Dubai’s index rose 0.4pc DUBAI gained 0.4pc to 3,442 points. KUWAIT 1.249 1.249 Dana Gas soared on its as Emaar Properties rose MALAYSIA 0.0907 0.0907 proposal to restructure a $700 1pc, building on gains after NEW ZEALAND 0.2768 0.2769 ABU DHABI added 0.6pc to 4,538 points. million sukuk. last week’s announcement of NORWAY 0.0466 NEPAL 0.00388 0.00367 Qatar’s index fell by 0.4 per plans to spin off its local real QATAR fell 0.4pc to 9,095 points. OMAN 0.97962 0.98262 cent but remained more stable estate business. PAKISTAN 0.00372 0.00360 than when the sanctions were In Abu Dhabi, the index EGYPT rose 0.3pc to 13,531 points. PHILIPPINES 0.00786 0.00763 announced last week. climbed 0.6pc as Dana Gas QATAR 0.10381 0.10376 Qatar National Bank, the jumped by its 15pc daily limit KUWAIT edged up 0.03pc to 6,777 points. SAUDI ARABIA 0.10058 0.10066 region’s largest lender, fell by to 0.69 dirhams, its highest SINGAPORE 0.2772 0.2752 1.3pc. Like other Qatari banks, level since late 2014. Trade in BAHRAIN rose 0.4pc to 1,327 points. SOUTH AFRICA 0.03080 0.03070 it has been hit by concern that the stock was at its heaviest for SRI LANKA 0.00270 0.00248 the economic and diplomatic three years. The company said OMAN was flat at 5,314 points. SWEDISH 0.0462 boycott imposed by Saudi it was proposing to restructure SWITZERLAND 0.3969 0.3944 Arabia and its allies could its $700 million of outstanding claim that some creditors said Insurance jumped by its 10pc SYRIA 0.001740 0.0018 reduce its access to foreign sukuk at much lower profit they would contest. daily limit after saying it had TAIWAN 0.012700 funding. However, some other rates because it had discovered Saudi Arabia’s index was cut its accumulated losses to THAILAND 0.011310 0.011320 lenders held firm, with Doha the paper was “unlawful” in almost flat in thin trade but 20pc of capital from 33.5pc. TURKEY 0.1133 UNITED KINGDOM 0.4857 0.4827 Bank up 0.2pc. the United Arab Emirates -- a Gulf Union Cooperative (Reuters) UNITED ARAB EMIRATES 0.102810 0.102810 UNITED STATES OF AMERICA 0.37780 0.37800 YUAN 0.056800 0.056800 Rates are for indication purpose only. For firm rates or for currencies not listed above please call Bahrain Financing Company. Telephone: 17228888, Website: www.bfc.com.bh Trump sued over business benefits Washington president Trump is flagrantly aryland and the US capital violating the constitution, sued President Donald which explicitly bars presidents TrumpM yesterday, saying he is from receiving gifts or breaking laws by raking in money inducements from foreign or from foreign governments and domestic government entities,” COUNTRY 1 US DLR 1 UK STG 1 SFR 100 YEN businesses at his luxury hotels said Washington Attorney BAHRAIN 0.3770 #REF! 0.3891 0.3423 and office towers. General Karl Racine. KUWAIT 0.2855 31.4421 0.2947 0.2592 The lawsuit said heavy “Never in the history of this spending by foreign diplomats country have we had a president OMAN 0.3849 0.3729 0.3973 0.3495 Maryland Attorney General Brian (L) and District of Columbia and embassies at the Trump Attorney General Karl Racine speak to the media about filing a with these kinds of extensive QATAR 3.6420 3.5287 3.7589 3.3070 International Hotel just a lawsuit against U.S. President Donald Trump business entanglements. Or UAE 3.6730 3.5588 3.7909 3.3351 few blocks from the White a president who refused to House, payments by foreign Tower in New York, and other ban on presidents enriching adequately distance themselves SAUDI 3.7500 3.6334 3.8704 3.4051 entities at his Trump Tower business operations effectively themselves while in office. from their holdings,” Racine and Trump International violate the US Constitution’s “The suit alleges that said. most effective means for a dog the mouth, excessive drooling, both you and your pet can enjoy the 11 to expel excess heat is panting. difficult breathing, vomiting, bloody summer safely. Have a cool, well- Pets are very susceptible to heat diarrhea, confusion, red gums, ventilated, air-conditioned space for PET VET stroke – and it can happen a lot uncontrolled muscle tremors are your pet. All pets should have access faster than you may think. Their some signs of heat stroke. to plenty of fresh clean drinking long thick hair coats can also Initial emergency treatment at water at all times. Never leave your Dr. Rajani Rajesh predispose them to heat stroke. home should aim to normalize body pet in a car as temperatures rise Heatstroke is a state of temperature. Apply or spray tepid/ extremely quickly even on mild elevated core body temperature cool water onto the animal’s fur and temperature days and can kill pets HEAT STROKE IN DOGS above the normal range resulting skin. Then apply a fan to maximize rapidly. Avoid exercising animals in heat injury to tissues. Most of heat loss. Don’t use ice-cold water or in hot weather. Avoid hot sand, e have sweat glands all over the time, heat stroke happens to ice as this may worsen the problem. concrete, asphalt areas or any other our bodies that help us dogs on days that are exceptionally Then take your pet to the nearest areas where heat is reflected and regulateW our temperature, but dogs hot and common in very old dogs, Veterinarian immediately. there is no access to shade. and cats only have a few in their and in very young puppies. As long as you take into Heatstroke is an emergency – Wednesday, June 14, 2017 feet and around their noses. The Panting, frothing/foaming at consideration of the following rules, always see a vet. (The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the policy or position of this newspaper.)

If not convinced here are fast food regularly has the same Genetically Modified some more facts to show you impact on the liver as hepati- 1.Foods (GMOs) – They how dreadful junk food is tis. French fries, fried chicken, are the foods that have been - Eating junk food alters the and onion rings are particularly modified by chemicals and brain activity in a way similar harmful. grown with chemicals. to addictive drugs do, such as DT News consulted on the The Microwave Popcorn – From cocaine and heroin. Moreover, a expert opinion of Sherhan A. the chemically-lined bag to single fast-food hamburger can Chowdhury,RND (Registered the2. actual contents, microwave contain meat from hundreds, Nutritionist-Dietitian of the popcorn is at the center of or even thousands, of differ- Philippines) and she gave vari- lung cancer debates around the ent cattle. One unhealthy cow ous options that people can can ruin the whole lot. What take up to lead a healthier life- world. Certainly not a snack you else, it’s been found that eating style. Negative want around your family. Canned Goods – Canned foods are a concern because 3.of what the can is lined with, The first step to a healthy life, bisphenol-A or BPA. They are is cutting off the junk foods. known to genetically alter brain Effect of cells among rats. Grilled Red Meat – When Almonds you grill red meat to the They are packed with nutrients and most of the fat in almonds is 4.point of well-done, it changes monounsaturated fat — a healthier type of fat that may help lower the chemical and molecular blood cholesterol levels. structure of the meat. This in Apples — the original health food Junk turn releases a carcinogen. Apples are a good source of soluble fiber, which can lower blood Refined Sugar –Refined cholesterol and glucose levels. Fresh apples are also a good source 5.sugars (and foods made of vitamin C — an antioxidant that protects your body’s cells from with them) are the source of damage. major insulin spikes and feed the growth of cancer cells. Blueberries FoodsLeah Liz Jacob/DTNN they’re low in satiety value - that is, Scientists have shown that blueberries help prevent chronic diseases, Salted, Pickled and oods that are high in calories but low individuals don’t tend to feel as full 6.Smoked Foods – Foods such as heart disease, diabetes and some cancers. Blueberries may also Fin nutritional content are known as when they eat them - which can prompt that are cured by use of nitrates improve short-term memory and promote healthy aging. Junk Food. We all know Junk Food is over eating. Another is that junk food or nitrites act as preservatives as bad for us, though few may know why. has a tendency to replace other, more well as adding color to the meat. Broccoli After all these minor warnings do little nutritious foods. Besides being a good source of folate, broccoli also contains Smoking food can add tar to the to keep us away from the delicious, But why is Junk so popular and why phytonutrients. Broccoli is also an excellent source of vitamin C and ever-ready and conveniently available does it promote over-eating? It’s because food and tar is a well-known A. It is linked to preserving eye health. fast food. With a nation facing difficulty it’s low in fiber, high in palatability (that carcinogen. with obesity troubles now is as good is, it tastes good), offers a high number Soda and Carbonated Red beans time as any to tackle this problem. of calories in a small volume, high in fat 7.Beverages – Filled with Including small red beans and dark red kidney beans — are a good One issue with junk food is that and high in sugar in liquid form. high-fructose corn syrup source of iron, phosphorus and potassium. They’re also an excellent (HFCS), dyes, and a host of other low-fat source of protein and dietary fiber. Don’t like red beans? We have these weapons of mass destruction on every chemicals, they are very bad for Substitute another kind to enjoy beans’ health benefits. street corner, and they’re called donuts, cheese- every aspect of your health. White Flour – Refining Salmon Salmon contains omega-3 fatty acids — a type of fat that makes burgers, French fries, potato chips, junk food. Our strips away all the 8. your blood less likely to form clots that may cause heart attacks. In kids are living on a junk food diet. nutritional value the flour once addition salmon is low in saturated fat and cholesterol. - Joel Fuhrman held. Farmed Fish – These fishes Spinach 9.comes from a farming It’s a good source of magnesium. The plant compounds in spinach wareness is created by informing daily are meant to help you in your operation where they are treated may boost your immune system. The carotenoids found in spinach Athe masses which is what this overall wellbeing. But the attractiveness with antibiotics, pesticides, and also are protective against age-related vision diseases, such as macular article is for – to educate. The key of junk food no longer let food do what other carcinogenic chemicals degeneration and night blindness and certain cancers. solution for obesity is to decrease food food is meant for – to ensure that the to try and control the bacterial, intake, search for health substitutes individual is healthy. Food these days viral, and parasitic outbreaks Sweet potatoes and exercise. Also, to realize that all are dangerous enough to cause cancer! Sweet potatoes are high in the antioxidant beta carotene which may that result from cramming so the junk you’re eating isn’t helpful but Being careful about what you eat help slow the aging process and reduce the risk of some cancers. They dangerous in the long run. Junk food is vital these days. It’s probably not many fish in a small space. are a good source of fiber, vitamin B-6 and potassium. And like all rarely contains any nutritional value something you think of everyday, Hydrogenated Oils vegetables, they’re relatively low in calories. to them, what they do contain instead whether the food you eat contain 10.– These oils undergo is unnecessary calories also known as carcinogens (substance capable of many chemical processes that Vegetable juice ‘empty calories’ in the form of fats and causing cancer in living tissue) or not. when we finally receive them it It has most of the vitamins, minerals and other nutrients found in sugars. Below is a list of foods that have raised only resembles natural oil in its the original vegetables (except some of the fiber.) Vegetable juices that The food and drinks you consume a red flag. smell and taste. include tomatoes contain lycopene, an antioxidant that may reduce the risk of prostate cancer. Be sure to select the low-sodium varieties. 12 Wednesday, June 14, 2017

His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa yesterday arrived at the United Arab Emirates and held talks with UAE Vice President, Prime Minister, Minister of Defence and Ruler of Dubai, Shaikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, and Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, Shaikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, in the presence of member of the UAE Supreme Council and Ruler of Ajman, Shaikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi at Al Bateen Palace, Abu Dhabi

Crown Prince, Deputy Supreme Commander and First Deputy Prime Minister HRH Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa this evening held an Iftar banquet Wife of His Majesty the King & Supreme Council for Women Chairwoman HRH Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa has presided at the Bahrain Defence Force (BDF) Officers’ Club. The Deputy King was welcomed by Interior Minister, Lieutenant-General Shaikh Rashid bin Abdullah over the Council’s first meeting for the current session. The Council reviewed the accomplishments, initiatives and awards won by Al Khalifa, upon arrival. The Deputy King highlighted the MOI’s continued efforts to advance officers’ skills and capabilities, noting their commitment to Bahraini women in the previous year, citing the partnership with the United Nations Organisation’s selection and honouring of several the codes of conduct enshrined within Bahrain’s rule of law. Bahraini women for their success stories.

The Habibiz Nashik Dhol group which is Bahrain’s most prominent Nashik Dhol group distrib- uted Iftar kits in the presence of Ma- nama MP Ahmed Abdul Wahid Qa- rata and Kerala Ecumenical Coun- cil President Rev Fr Tino Thomas.

The Graduates of the first batch of Numeracy Skills Training received their certificates of achievement during an awarding ceremony at the AMA International Training Institute-Bahrain (AMAITIB) on Monday. Tamkeen’s Manager for Community Engagement, Ahmed Janahi, was the guest speaker for the event Indian Social Forum Tamil chapter organised an Iftar party in Manama to promote religious harmony 12 Wednesday, June 14, 2017 Wednesday, June 14, 2017 13

His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa yesterday paid a visit to the Headquarters of the US Naval Support Activity in Bahrain. HM the King was wel- His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa yesterday arrived at the United Arab Emirates and held talks with UAE Vice President, Prime Minister, Minister of Defence and Ruler of Dubai, Shaikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, and Crown Prince of Abu comed upon arrival by Vice Admiral Kevin Donegan Commander of the Fifth Fleet, and William Roebuck, US Ambassador to Bahrain. HM the King was Dhabi, Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, Shaikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, in the presence of member of the UAE Supreme Council and Ruler of Ajman, Shaikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi at Al Bateen Palace, Abu Dhabi briefed on the US Fifth Fleet missions in the region, as well as on the military cooperation between the two countries.

Education Minister Dr Majid Al Nuaimi yesterday honoured high school top-achieving graduates and presented them certificates and gifts. He also honoured public and private schools in acknowledgement of their cooperation in implementing technical and vocational educational programmes. He noted that the number of top-achieving Crown Prince, Deputy Supreme Commander and First Deputy Prime Minister HRH Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa this evening held an Iftar banquet Wife of His Majesty the King & Supreme Council for Women Chairwoman HRH Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa has presided students who obtained a minimum 95 per cent had increased tangibly to stand at 737 this year. at the Bahrain Defence Force (BDF) Officers’ Club. The Deputy King was welcomed by Interior Minister, Lieutenant-General Shaikh Rashid bin Abdullah over the Council’s first meeting for the current session. The Council reviewed the accomplishments, initiatives and awards won by Al Khalifa, upon arrival. The Deputy King highlighted the MOI’s continued efforts to advance officers’ skills and capabilities, noting their commitment to Bahraini women in the previous year, citing the partnership with the United Nations Organisation’s selection and honouring of several the codes of conduct enshrined within Bahrain’s rule of law. Bahraini women for their success stories.

The Habibiz Nashik A cheque for BD500 was pre- Dhol group which sented to the Bahrain Red is Bahrain’s most Crescent Society (BRCS) by the prominent Nashik Thattai (Bhatia) Hindu Com- Dhol group distrib- munity (THC) Bahrain towards uted Iftar kits in the Ramadan charity. In the pic- presence of Ma- ture, THC Executive Committee nama MP Ahmed Member Mahendra A Bhatia, Abdul Wahid Qa- Chairman Sushil Muljimal, Vice rata and Kerala Chairman Bhagwan Asarpota, Bahrain Indian School (BIS) in collaboration with the ICAB Toastmasters Club conducted an eight weeks’ Youth Lead- Ecumenical Coun- Joint Secretary Haren Asar pre- ership Programme (YLP) of Toastmasters International. More than 16 young people in the age-group of 12 to 15 cil President Rev Fr senting the cheque to BRCS Di- years participated. The finale of YLP was held on 9th June 2017 in the BIS campus in Jannusan, Budaiya. During the Tino Thomas. rector General Mubarak Al Hadi Finale of the programme the young leaders demonstrated their communication and leadership skills they acquired during the YLP Programme

Students of New Millennium School, DPS Bahrain participated in the National Talent Search Examination conducted by The Graduates of the first batch of Numeracy Skills Training received their certificates of achievement during Central Institute of General Knowledge Learning. Snehit Mannepalli of Grade IV secured 100 marks while 39 other stu- an awarding ceremony at the AMA International Training Institute-Bahrain (AMAITIB) on Monday. Tamkeen’s dents secured above 90 per cent marks. The school management and the Principal praised the efforts of the students for Manager for Community Engagement, Ahmed Janahi, was the guest speaker for the event Indian Social Forum Tamil chapter organised an Iftar party in Manama to promote religious harmony their brilliant performance. 14 Wednesday, June 14, 2017 Wednesday, June 14, 2017 15

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Los Angeles Lucy Hale alk show queen Oprah Winfrey says she will never think about a Presidential run. T“I will never run for public office. That’s June 14, 1989 a pretty definitive thing,” Winfrey said during the “Awards Chatter” podcast for hollywoodreporter.com. Best known for portraying Aria Montgomery Asked whether she thought she could pull off a victory over President Donald Trump on ABC Family’s series Pretty Little Liars, she if he sought a second term, Winfrey said it is also an established country music singer. didn’t matter. “I don’t know. I don’t (have) the answer to that,” she said. (IANS)

Los Angeles scar-winning actor Leonardo DiCaprio was spotted spending quality time with Ohis best friend and actor Tobey Maguire here. They were photographed as they stepped out for dinner with Maguire’s estranged wife Stockholm Jennifer Meyer on June 11 night. inger Justin Bieber almost got hit on the head by a flying object The Hollywood stars were also accompanied during his show here after he refused to sing “Despacito”, his hit by Maguire and Meyer’s children, son Otis and Ssong with Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee. daughter Ruby, as well as DiCaprio’s parents During his show over the weekend, an unhappy fan threw what Peggy Ann Farrar and George DiCaprio to looked like a shoe at the “Love yourself” singer when his wish was dine at Gracias Madre in West Hollywood, not fulfilled, reports aceshowbiz.com. reports dailymail.co.uk. Fans asked Bieber to sing the Latin song in the middle of the DiCaprio was seen wearing a denim jacket, show. He appeared to be arguing a little with the audience in jeans and baseball cap as he left the restaurant. the front row when a fan abruptly threw an object at his head. The group was seen chatting on the pavement Fortunately, Bieber narrowly dodged it and avoided before going their separate ways. (IANS) possible concussion. Last month, the “Baby” singer had made headlines by singing “blah, blah, blah” and random Spanish words because he forgot the Spanish lyrics of “Despacito”. His action was considered disrespectful, and probably that was why he didn’t want to make the same mistake at the Sweden concert, aceshowbiz.com reported. (IANS)

Los Angeles London Wonder Woman $58.5 million Los Angeles ctress Angelina Jolie and her six children have moved into a ctress Julia Stiles is expecting her first child with fiance Preston J. The Mummy (2017) $31.6 million opular Hollywood couple Kim Kardashian Anew house in Los Feliz here. However, their new neighbours ACook. Pand Kanye West are reportedly fighting are not happy with their arrival and think that it’s a nightmare, Stiles debuted her baby bump when she was spotted leaving Captain Underpants: The First Epic $12.1 million non-stop over her desire to get pregnant with say sources. a production house after an interview here on Monday, reports their third child. The reality TV star is said to be According to sources, Jolie’s house move is “causing chaos” in aceshowbiz.com. Dead Men Tell No Tales $10.7 million depressed about not having another child. her new neighbourhood and nearby residents are questioning her Stiles was in London to promote her new series “Riviera”, set to “Kim is really depressed about not having suitability for the exclusive private estate, reports radaronline. premiere on June 15. Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 $6.3 million another baby. Kim is not pregnant. Not at all. com. The mother-to-be donned a black fitted dress which she paired And she is really unhappy. All she wants in The actress bought the mansion for $25 million. Moving trucks with a red trench coat and green pumps. It Comes At Night $5.9 million the world is to have more kids and she isn’t,” a and dozens of workmen were spotted at the property last week. Nick Snaith, who interviewed Stiles, took to Twitter to post source told radaronline.com. “There are tons of cars parked around her property every day a photograph of him with the “Jason Bourne” actress. Baywatch $4.6 million While the couple went for a vacation for his blocking the roads. Neighbours are worried there will be security In the image, Stiles can be seen cradling her baby birthday earlier this month, their relationship constantly going in and out and surrounding the house,” one bump as she posed for the camera. Megan Leavey $3.8 million was already strained. source said. Later, Stiles’s representative confirmed that “Kanye is hardly around. He leaves the house “Her and Brad’s (Pitt) children (Maddox, Pax, Zahara, Shiloh, she is currently pregnant. She and Preston Alien: Covenant $1.8 million for long periods during the day. They’re not and twins Vivienne and Knox) are also known for being quite will welcome their child later this spending any time together,” the source added. unruly and they don’t have formal schooling. year. (IANS) Everything, Everything $1.6 million Friends are worrying that Kim’s baby obsession “Which means they will probably be at home and running will destroy her marriage to West. (IANS) around in the garden every day. There are other celebrities living (AFP) in the enclave, but there is so much attention on Angelina it’s bound to cause problems,” the source added. (IANS) 14 Wednesday, June 14, 2017 Wednesday, June 14, 2017 15

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Los Angeles Lucy Hale alk show queen Oprah Winfrey says she will never think about a Presidential run. T“I will never run for public office. That’s June 14, 1989 a pretty definitive thing,” Winfrey said during the “Awards Chatter” podcast for hollywoodreporter.com. Best known for portraying Aria Montgomery Asked whether she thought she could pull off a victory over President Donald Trump on ABC Family’s series Pretty Little Liars, she if he sought a second term, Winfrey said it is also an established country music singer. didn’t matter. “I don’t know. I don’t (have) the answer to that,” she said. (IANS)

Los Angeles scar-winning actor Leonardo DiCaprio was spotted spending quality time with Ohis best friend and actor Tobey Maguire here. They were photographed as they stepped out for dinner with Maguire’s estranged wife Stockholm Jennifer Meyer on June 11 night. inger Justin Bieber almost got hit on the head by a flying object The Hollywood stars were also accompanied during his show here after he refused to sing “Despacito”, his hit by Maguire and Meyer’s children, son Otis and Ssong with Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee. daughter Ruby, as well as DiCaprio’s parents During his show over the weekend, an unhappy fan threw what Peggy Ann Farrar and George DiCaprio to looked like a shoe at the “Love yourself” singer when his wish was dine at Gracias Madre in West Hollywood, not fulfilled, reports aceshowbiz.com. reports dailymail.co.uk. Fans asked Bieber to sing the Latin song in the middle of the DiCaprio was seen wearing a denim jacket, show. He appeared to be arguing a little with the audience in jeans and baseball cap as he left the restaurant. the front row when a fan abruptly threw an object at his head. The group was seen chatting on the pavement Fortunately, Bieber narrowly dodged it and avoided before going their separate ways. (IANS) possible concussion. Last month, the “Baby” singer had made headlines by singing “blah, blah, blah” and random Spanish words because he forgot the Spanish lyrics of “Despacito”. His action was considered disrespectful, and probably that was why he didn’t want to make the same mistake at the Sweden concert, aceshowbiz.com reported. (IANS)

Los Angeles London Wonder Woman $58.5 million Los Angeles ctress Angelina Jolie and her six children have moved into a ctress Julia Stiles is expecting her first child with fiance Preston J. The Mummy (2017) $31.6 million opular Hollywood couple Kim Kardashian Anew house in Los Feliz here. However, their new neighbours ACook. Pand Kanye West are reportedly fighting are not happy with their arrival and think that it’s a nightmare, Stiles debuted her baby bump when she was spotted leaving Captain Underpants: The First Epic $12.1 million non-stop over her desire to get pregnant with say sources. a production house after an interview here on Monday, reports their third child. The reality TV star is said to be According to sources, Jolie’s house move is “causing chaos” in aceshowbiz.com. Dead Men Tell No Tales $10.7 million depressed about not having another child. her new neighbourhood and nearby residents are questioning her Stiles was in London to promote her new series “Riviera”, set to “Kim is really depressed about not having suitability for the exclusive private estate, reports radaronline. premiere on June 15. Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 $6.3 million another baby. Kim is not pregnant. Not at all. com. The mother-to-be donned a black fitted dress which she paired And she is really unhappy. All she wants in The actress bought the mansion for $25 million. Moving trucks with a red trench coat and green pumps. It Comes At Night $5.9 million the world is to have more kids and she isn’t,” a and dozens of workmen were spotted at the property last week. Nick Snaith, who interviewed Stiles, took to Twitter to post source told radaronline.com. “There are tons of cars parked around her property every day a photograph of him with the “Jason Bourne” actress. Baywatch $4.6 million While the couple went for a vacation for his blocking the roads. Neighbours are worried there will be security In the image, Stiles can be seen cradling her baby birthday earlier this month, their relationship constantly going in and out and surrounding the house,” one bump as she posed for the camera. Megan Leavey $3.8 million was already strained. source said. Later, Stiles’s representative confirmed that “Kanye is hardly around. He leaves the house “Her and Brad’s (Pitt) children (Maddox, Pax, Zahara, Shiloh, she is currently pregnant. She and Preston Alien: Covenant $1.8 million for long periods during the day. They’re not and twins Vivienne and Knox) are also known for being quite will welcome their child later this spending any time together,” the source added. unruly and they don’t have formal schooling. year. (IANS) Everything, Everything $1.6 million Friends are worrying that Kim’s baby obsession “Which means they will probably be at home and running will destroy her marriage to West. (IANS) around in the garden every day. There are other celebrities living (AFP) in the enclave, but there is so much attention on Angelina it’s bound to cause problems,” the source added. (IANS) 16 Wednesday, June 14, 2017

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(Apr 21st - May 21st) When did you last spend real quality time with your family - not counting regular chores? If it’s been a while, today is a good day to do it. If you have children, play with them or go to the park or zoo. If you’re single, consider visiting a parent or sibling. Communication is accentuated today. . Make the most of this by encouraging a bond with loved ones. (May 22nd - Jun 21st) How do you preserve your family history? Do you keep mementos in a box, display heirlooms, or make scrapbooks? You most likely realize the value of family history, but you might not preserve it as well as you should. Take steps to record and save precious items and memories. Don’t forget your own history, too. Overdue apologies can be made today. It isn’t (June 22nd - July 23rd) easy to admit you’re wrong, but the planetary aspects can boost your courage. Rather than stew with regret, meet with the person to make amends. Regardless of any discomfort, you will feel a lot better afterward. Even if the other person isn’t receptive, you will be able Across Down to say what needs to be said. 1- ___ breve; 5- Gravitate; 9- Pet plant; 13- Run into; 14- Thin as ___; 1- Invoice abbr.; 2- The fifth sign of the zodiac; 3- Wreath of flowers; (July 24th - Aug 23rd) Your dreams are more than just random firings 16- It’s over your head; 17- Labor; 18- Literary device; 19- A Chaplin; 4- Capital of Georgia; 5- Glossy; 6- Like some vbs.; 7- Greek temple; 8- of neurons. They can indicate unresolved 20- ___ Irish Rose; 22- Cloth for cleaning horizontal surfaces; 24- Hide of a small beast; 9- Peevishly; 10- Shout in derision; 11- Actress issues, stress, deep desires, and lost memories. Skye; 12- A long way off; 15- Account books; 21- Fragments; 23- They can prove instrumental to understanding Peccant; 27- Cpls.’ superiors; 28- Attractive; 29- Work boot feature; yourself and solving problems. Keep a dream 33- Specific geographical places; 34- Make-up artist?; 35- American Western Indian; 24- Scatter; 25- Not true; 26- Sewing instrument; 27- journal and you can access the power within football measure; 36- Flushed; 37- Valleys; 38- Filled pastry crust; 39- Madame de ___; 29- Eliot’s Marner; 30- Golf gimme; 31- Betelgeuse’s your subconscious and all you can learn from Festive; 41- And others, briefly; 42- Dialect; 44- First principles; constellation; 32- Accumulation of fluids; 34- Starbucks order; 37- it. Examine all your recent dreams. 46- Capital of Austria; 47- “What I Am” singer Brickell; 48- Journalist Flesh of a deer; 40- “A Horse With No Name” band; 42- “Rocky ___” (Aug 24th - Sep 23rd) (1982); 43- Writing space; 45- URL ending; 46- Manly; 48- Aired again; If you’ve been tired lately, it may be due to Jacob; 49- Refrain; 52- Apiece; 53- Capital of the Ukraine; 57- ___ stress. Today’s aspects bring an added energy but known...; 58- Cheri of “Saturday Night Live”; 60- Shredded; 61- 49- Blacken; 50- Light ring; 51- Poems, often used to praise someone to communication. It would be wise to talk Knighted Guinness; 62- Like Fran Drescher’s voice; 63- That’s ___ or something; 52- Cancun coin; 54- New Rochelle college; 55- ... ___ about some of the stress. Worry, anxiety, and haven’t heard; 64- Parks on a bus; 65- Nada; 66- Physical suffering; saw Elba; 56- Blood vessel; 59- Author Amy; fear are huge drains on physical and emotional health. Exercise can alleviate these. For others, talking is key. Find the effective ways to rid yourself of such energy drains and feel better.

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France’s public health But Benoit Salanave, a institute reported, a fivefold researcher at Sante Publique Chittagong Chittagong and another six “Some of them were increase from a decade France, cautioned against eavy monsoon rains and in Bandarban, officials told sleeping in their houses on earlier. drawing quick conclusions. Hlandslides have killed at AFP, adding about 15 people hillsides when the landslides The US Air Force has tempo- least 134 people in southeast were missing, feared buried occurred,” he said. rarily grounded dozens of Bangladesh, burying many under chunks of mud. Police and local authorities F-35 stealth fighters while it in their homes as they slept, Many of the victims were ordered the evacuation of investigates an oxygen supply authorities said Tuesday. from poor tribal communities thousands of people living in issue aboard the expensive Einstein letters on quantum Three young children from in the remote hill district slums at the base of hills in planes. the same family were among of Rangamati, close to the neighbouring district of theory, God to be auctioned those killed in the disaster, the Indian border, where Chittagong, where 30 people China establish ties which comes just weeks after mudslides buried hundreds have been confirmed dead. with Panama Jerusalem University before fleeing to a cyclone battered the region of homes. At least 126 people were etters from Albert Brazil after losing his post in and destroyed camps housing One woman described the killed in that district when China and Panama signed Einstein giving colleagues Senator Joseph McCarthy’s thousands of Rohingya ground sliding from beneath a massive landslide buried a a joint communique on the hisL thoughts on physics, anti-communist witch- refugees. their family home in the dead village a decade ago. establishment of diplomatic God and Israel in the 1950s hunts. Police warned the death toll of night, sending them fleeing In the latest incident six relations. The deal was signed go under the hammer at a In a 1954 letter to Bohm, would likely rise as emergency to a house next door. people were killed in the by Chinese FM Wang Yi with Jerusalem auction house on who was living in Sao Paulo, workers reached remote parts “A few other families also nearby district of Bandarban, his counterpart Isabel Saint June 20. Einstein empathises with of the Chittagong Hills, where took shelter there, but just among them three children Malo de Alvarado. The website of Winners his friend’s struggles in his telephone and transport links after dawn a section of hill fell buried by a landslide as they auction house describes complex theoretical work. had been cut. on the house. Six people are slept in their home. Mallya denies charges five signed letters written in “If God has created the Manzurul Mannan, the still missing,” Khatiza Begum Authorities have opened English between 1951 and world his primary worry government administrator told local news website 18 shelters in the worst-hit at London hearing 1954. was certainly not to make its of the worst-hit Rangamati Bangla Tribune at Rangamati hill districts, where 4,500 Indian tycoon Vijay Mallya The site gave current understanding easy for us. district, said at least 98 people hospital. people have been evacuated, insisted he was innocent as he estimates of their combined I feel it strongly since fifty were killed in the hilly region District police chief Sayed disaster management and appeared at a court in London value as between $31,000 and years,” he writes. alone. Tariqul Hasan said most relief minister Mofazzal over an extradition request $46,000. Winners said the letters At least 30 people were of the landslides happened Hossain Chowdhury Maya from India. In a 1951 letter to eminent came from the estate of killed in neighbouring before dawn Tuesday. told reporters. (AFP) physicist David Bohm, Bohm’s late widow. Thai police bust 400,000 Einstein discusses Bohm’s Another 1954 letter refers SIM card ‘click farm’ linkage between quantum to the possibility of Bohm theory and “relativistic field moving to Israel, which had Three Chinese men were theory”. been founded in 1948. detained in Thailand yester- Germany to welcome “I must confess that I Einstein, who had turned day after police discovered am not able to guess how down an offer to be the they were running a ‘click such unification could be fledgling country’s president, farm’ from a house near the two pandas from China achieved,” Einstein writes. believed the time was not Cambodian border to gener- Berlin will fly into Berlin on a and odourless with absorbent The typed letter includes ripe for such a move. ate likes for Chinese products. wo long-awaited giant special Lufthansa cargo plane mats during the 12 hour and 20 an equation added in neat “Israel is intellectually Tpandas from China will on June 24, accompanied minute-long flight. For more, catch us handwriting and the writer’s alive and interesting but has arrive in Germany in two by two Chinese vets, Berlin Meng Meng means “dream” online at: signature. very narrow possibilities and weeks time, with Berlin rolling zoo’s chief vet, and a tonne of in Chinese while the zoo Bohm, born in the United to go there with the intention out the red carpet for the furry bamboo. says Jiao Qing translates to www.newsofbahrain.com States to Jewish immigrant to leave on the first occasion ambassadors’ arrival. The pandas will be served “darling”, although the Chinese /nobonline parents, had worked with would be regretable,” he The two new residents, “bamboo snacks” and water, characters are a composite of /newsofbahrain Einstein at Princeton wrote. (AFP) Meng Meng and Jiao Qing, and their transport box kept dry “tender” and “festive”. 20 Wednesday, June 14, 2017 ‘Militants killing, enslaving people’ Marawi on a rampage and flying black have recovered (rescued), they hiding place, presidential Marawi, according to the in between sobs and using an slamist militants holding flags of the Islamic State (IS) are being used as orderlies spokesman Ernesto Abella told US-based SITE monitoring acronym for an alternate IS parts of a Philippine city are group. to cook their food, to carry reporters in Manila. service. name. killingI civilians who try to flee The militants have defied a their munitions,” local military “They were going to the There were tearful scenes in Lidasan said the policemen while using others as orderlies US-backed military onslaught spokesman Lieutenant-Colonel river but the militants ran after Marawi on Tuesday morning could have left earlier and cooks, authorities said which has seen relentless Jo-ar Herrera told reporters. them and indiscriminately after five Muslim policemen because they were Muslim yesterday after the gunmen bombing of the residential At least 26 civilians, 58 police fired at them, killing five and and five Christian construction but they feared for the boasted of executions. areas of Marawi where they or soldiers and 202 militants taking the remaining eight as workers sprinted about two safety of the construction There are up to 1,000 people are holed up. Authorities say have been killed, according to hostages,” Abella said. kilometres (1.2 miles) from workers. still trapped in the parts of 400 gunmen are estimated to the government. IS also released a video the militant-controlled areas to “They did not speak Marawi city that the militants be still there and using civilians Five of the civilians were on Monday via its Amaq safety. “As we were running, Maranao (the local Muslim control, the government said, as slaves. killed on Monday as they propaganda news agency the ISIS fired at us,” said dialect), so I knew they would three weeks after fighting “Based on the revelations made a dash for safety when which it said showed jihadists Marawi police officer Lumna have been slaughtered,” erupted with gunmen going of the trapped civilians we the militants discovered their shooting six Christians in Lidasan, speaking to reporters Lidasan said. (AFP) Blast at Cyprus British base injures police officer Nicosia small explosion outside a police station at a British base in ACyprus injured a policeman on Tuesday, authorities said, Gunman injures adding that it was being treated as a criminal incident. The incident took place in the early hours of Tuesday on the Dhekelia British military base near the southern coastal town of Larnaca. “There was an explosion at around 3:10 in the morning outside the entrance to the police station, a police officer suffered minor cuts,” British Forces Cyprus spokesman Kristian Gray said. “The building suffered no structural damage, just a broken window,” he added. The British military ruled out a terrorism connection, saying “this is being treated as a criminal incident”. three 300kg pangolin scales seized Kuala Lumpur alaysian customs officers have seized almost 300 Mkilograms of pangolin scales being smuggled through the at German rail station main airport, officials said yesterday. The 288-kilogram (635 pound) haul was found at Kuala Lumpur International Airport last Friday in 12 boxes labelled as oyster shells on the waybill. The scales worth around 3.69 million ringgit ($870,000) arrived from Ghana on a Turkish Airlines flight, the customs department said in a statement. Authorities are investigating.

Secret Service says it does not have any WH tapes Washington he US Secret Service said yesterday it does not have any audio recordings or transcripts ofT US President Donald Trump’s White House conversations. After Trump again intimated last week that he could have recorded his controversial discussions with fired FBI director James Comey, it remained unclear if that claim was true. Police officers secure the area around a commuter rail station in Unterfoehring near Munich The issue could be crucial for the president amid allegations -- Munich reasons,” said spokesman an officer’s gun and fired. out among several people on a though not formal accusations -- that he has sought to obstruct German police officer Marcus da Gloria Martins. “The police officer was train, witnesses said. the investigation into possible collusion by his advisors in was critically wounded Police identified the shot in the head and critically The train was stopped at Russian interference in last year’s presidential election. Aand two passers-by hurt gunman as a 37-year-old injured,” Martins said. She is the Unterfoehring station yesterday when a lone German national, whose 26 years old. and the brawlers were hauled gunman fired shots at a criminal record showed only Two other people at the out by police, leading to the commuter rail station near one charge for possession of station, one German and one escalation. Mine blast kills Saudi soldier the German city of Munich a small quantity of marijuana Romanian, were seriously The station is on a busy line Riyadh before being injured himself in 2014. wounded and are being leading to and from Munich’s Saudi border guard died yesterday in a landmine blast and detained, police said. Martins said the man had treated in local hospitals but main international airport. along the frontier with Yemen, the interior ministry said. A Munich police tried to push at least one their lives were not believed to Travellers were diverted to AThe mine exploded during a patrol in the kingdom’s spokesman told reporters police officer in front of an be in danger. another rail line after the southwestern Jazan district, a ministry statement said. there was no indication of a incoming train at an S-Bahn “The assailant was arrested. shooting. More than 130 soldiers and civilians have been killed in Saudi “political or religious” motive station in Unterfoehring, a He was also injured. There The perpetrator was not Arabia’s southern border regions since a Saudi-led coalition behind the morning rush northeastern suburb of the are no indications of further shot but rather injured in the began air strikes over Yemen in March 2015. The coalition hour incident. Bavarian city. perpetrators,” police tweeted. scuffle, in which neither of supports Yemen’s internationally recognised government of “The sole male perpetrator A scuffle ensued during The officers had been called the two victims were involved, President Abedrabbo Mansour Hadi in the fight against Iran- was motivated by personal which the assailant snatched to the scene when a fight broke police said. (AFP) backed Huthi rebels. 20 Wednesday, June 14, 2017 SPORTS Wednesday, June 14, 2017 21 ‘Militants killing, enslaving people’ Open track night Marawi on a rampage and flying black have recovered (rescued), they hiding place, presidential Marawi, according to the in between sobs and using an slamist militants holding flags of the Islamic State (IS) are being used as orderlies spokesman Ernesto Abella told US-based SITE monitoring acronym for an alternate IS parts of a Philippine city are group. to cook their food, to carry reporters in Manila. service. name. killingI civilians who try to flee The militants have defied a their munitions,” local military “They were going to the There were tearful scenes in Lidasan said the policemen while using others as orderlies US-backed military onslaught spokesman Lieutenant-Colonel river but the militants ran after Marawi on Tuesday morning could have left earlier and cooks, authorities said which has seen relentless Jo-ar Herrera told reporters. them and indiscriminately after five Muslim policemen because they were Muslim Federer yesterday after the gunmen bombing of the residential At least 26 civilians, 58 police fired at them, killing five and and five Christian construction but they feared for the boasted of executions. areas of Marawi where they or soldiers and 202 militants taking the remaining eight as workers sprinted about two safety of the construction There are up to 1,000 people are holed up. Authorities say have been killed, according to hostages,” Abella said. kilometres (1.2 miles) from workers. still trapped in the parts of 400 gunmen are estimated to the government. IS also released a video the militant-controlled areas to “They did not speak Marawi city that the militants be still there and using civilians Five of the civilians were on Monday via its Amaq safety. “As we were running, Maranao (the local Muslim control, the government said, as slaves. killed on Monday as they propaganda news agency the ISIS fired at us,” said dialect), so I knew they would three weeks after fighting “Based on the revelations made a dash for safety when which it said showed jihadists Marawi police officer Lumna have been slaughtered,” erupted with gunmen going of the trapped civilians we the militants discovered their shooting six Christians in Lidasan, speaking to reporters Lidasan said. (AFP) Representative picture Manam the-art floodlighting system Ramadan combo of both a ear up for another from 8pm until 1am. Clio Cup and Radical SR3 Blast at Cyprus British GRamadan treat at Bahrain Guests will be able to drive Passenger Ride at BD45 only! begins International Circuit (BIC) for a whole night at BD95, or This package is sure to give base injures police officer this weekend (Friday) with an choose a drive for just half motorsport fans a unique Nicosia Open Track Night for both the night at BD68. A single thrill. The Clio Cup gives small explosion outside a police station at a British base in cars and motorbikes. 30-minute session can also be clients a look into the racing ACyprus injured a policeman on Tuesday, authorities said, This hugely popular enjoyed for BD35. capabilities of one of the Gunman injures adding that it was being treated as a criminal incident. Wimbledon prep event will be hosting Friends or family members world’s most popular sports The incident took place in the early hours of Tuesday on the motoring enthusiasts for an who would like to accompany cars, while the Radical SR3 will Dhekelia British military base near the southern coastal town adrenaline-pumping drive a participant as a passenger in power down the track from of Larnaca. Stuttgart along BIC’s world-renowned their car may do so at an extra zero to 100kph in 3.4 seconds! “There was an explosion at around 3:10 in the morning oger Federer will begin his 2.55-kilometre Inner Track. fee. Meanwhile, aside from Both rides will be conducted outside the entrance to the police station, a police officer Rgrasscourt campaign where The Open Track Night will the Open Track, BIC is also by one of BIC’s expert driving suffered minor cuts,” British Forces Cyprus spokesman Kristian he will bid for a record eighth be held under BIC’s state-of- offering on Friday a special instructors. Gray said. Wimbledon crown at Stuttgart “The building suffered no structural damage, just a broken on Wednesday insisting that window,” he added. he’s rested enough. The British military ruled out a terrorism connection, saying The Swiss veteran has Asfoor, Boutagey defeat “this is being treated as a criminal incident”. taken the last two months off after what he described as a surprisingly successful start to Mahmood, Janahi in semi the year that resulted in victory three 300kg pangolin scales seized at the Australian Open and Kuala Lumpur then the Indian Wells-Miami alaysian customs officers have seized almost 300 Masters double. Mkilograms of pangolin scales being smuggled through the “I was terribly surprised to at German rail station main airport, officials said yesterday. win the Australian Open and to The 288-kilogram (635 pound) haul was found at Kuala back it up and win the sunshine Lumpur International Airport last Friday in 12 boxes labelled double in Indian Wells and as oyster shells on the waybill. Miami was a complete surprise The scales worth around 3.69 million ringgit ($870,000) to me,” Federer said. arrived from Ghana on a Turkish Airlines flight, the customs Although 35, he has been in Swiss tennis player Roger Federer department said in a statement. Authorities are investigating. fine form during his limited surprise because he’d done it “I’ve had enough breaks. I’m activity this year, losing only nine times before,” he said. a practice world champion now Boutagy and Al Asfoor in action once -- a shock reverse to “I was hoping he was going and that’s not who I want to be. Manama set to face Ahmed Janahi and of round-robin matches in Russian Evgeny Donskoy, then to dominate the claycourt “I want to be a champ on the li Al Asfoor and Roy Salman Hassan in the final The Late Ahmed Al Mahoozi Secret Service says it does ranked 116, in Dubai. season like the olden days.” match courts. So I’m going to Boutagy defeated Mahmood being played late last night after Cup - Masters Singles were also And while his own Having only played in four be playing a regular schedule andA Abdul Rahman Janahi 6-4, defeating Nalan Chokappa and being played last night which not have any WH tapes resurgence this year has taken tournaments this year as he for the second part of the 4-6, 10-6 in the second semi- Sundara Ram in the other semi- features 10 players split into two Washington him aback, Federer insists manages his workload, Federer season.” final of The Late Majid Al final. groups of five playing five sets he US Secret Service said yesterday it does that Rafael Nadal’s return to said he would return to a full Federer begins his Stuttgart Zayani Cup - Super Doubles at The players had played in two of matches, with the top two not have any audio recordings or transcripts claycourt dominance was not programme for the rest of the campaign against German the Bahrain Tennis Club (BTC) group round-robin qualifiers qualifying for the semi-finals ofT US President Donald Trump’s White House so unexpected. season. veteran Tommy Haas, where 2017 Ramadan Tournament at to determine the semi-final on Friday and the final set for conversations. “I think Rafa winning “There are no more breaks victory would be the 1,100th of its premises in Juffair. qualifiers. Saturday. After Trump again intimated last week that he could the French Open is less of a now,” he told the ATP website. his professional career. Al Asfoor and Boutagy were Meanwhile, the third round have recorded his controversial discussions with fired FBI director James Comey, it remained unclear if that claim was true. Police officers secure the area around a commuter rail station in Unterfoehring near Munich The issue could be crucial for the president amid allegations -- India’s Kohli reclaims top spot in ODI batting Munich reasons,” said spokesman an officer’s gun and fired. out among several people on a though not formal accusations -- that he has sought to obstruct German police officer Marcus da Gloria Martins. “The police officer was train, witnesses said. the investigation into possible collusion by his advisors in New Delhi for just four days before century and two fifties under Hazlewood -- the first staving off Australia and Awas critically wounded Police identified the shot in the head and critically The train was stopped at Russian interference in last year’s presidential election. ndian skipper Virat Kohli relinquishing the title. He is his belt as India approaches its Australian to claim the mantle India despite bowing out of and two passers-by hurt gunman as a 37-year-old injured,” Martins said. She is the Unterfoehring station Iyesterday reclaimed the now just one point ahead of semi-final showdown against since Mitchell Starc in 2015 the 50-over Champions yesterday when a lone German national, whose 26 years old. and the brawlers were hauled title of world’s best one-day Warner, the International Bangladesh. -- has leapfrogged Tahir, Starc Trophy in the first gunman fired shots at a criminal record showed only Two other people at the out by police, leading to the international batsman, buoyed Cricket Council said in a Joe Root, who jumped a peg and Kagiso Rabada. round. commuter rail station near one charge for possession of station, one German and one escalation. Mine blast kills Saudi soldier by two half centuries registered statement. in the rankings to fourth, was South Africa managed the German city of Munich a small quantity of marijuana Romanian, were seriously The station is on a busy line Riyadh while steering his side into the The 28-year-old hit a the only England batsman in to retain their number-one before being injured himself in 2014. wounded and are being leading to and from Munich’s Saudi border guard died yesterday in a landmine blast Champions Trophy semi- blistering 81 as India drubbed the top 10. Star allrounder Ben status in the ODI and detained, police said. Martins said the man had treated in local hospitals but main international airport. along the frontier with Yemen, the interior ministry said. finals. arch-rivals Pakistan in their Stokes moved up nine places rankings, A Munich police tried to push at least one their lives were not believed to Travellers were diverted to AThe mine exploded during a patrol in the kingdom’s Kohli edged out South Champions Trophy opener, to 20th spot. spokesman told reporters police officer in front of an be in danger. another rail line after the southwestern Jazan district, a ministry statement said. African captain AB de Villiers before anchoring their modest Australian paceman Josh there was no indication of a incoming train at an S-Bahn “The assailant was arrested. shooting. More than 130 soldiers and civilians have been killed in Saudi and Australia’s Dave Warner chase to perfection against Hazlewood meanwhile “political or religious” motive station in Unterfoehring, a He was also injured. There The perpetrator was not Arabia’s southern border regions since a Saudi-led coalition in the latest rankings, taking South Africa. topped the bowler’s chart behind the morning rush northeastern suburb of the are no indications of further shot but rather injured in the began air strikes over Yemen in March 2015. The coalition back the crown for just the Opener Shikhar Dhawan, for the first time in his hour incident. Bavarian city. perpetrators,” police tweeted. scuffle, in which neither of supports Yemen’s internationally recognised government of second time this year. who rose to 10th in the latest career, rising above “The sole male perpetrator A scuffle ensued during The officers had been called the two victims were involved, President Abedrabbo Mansour Hadi in the fight against Iran- The right-handed batsman rankings, is top batsman of South African leg- was motivated by personal which the assailant snatched to the scene when a fight broke police said. (AFP) backed Huthi rebels. topped the rankings in January the tournament so far with a spinner Imran Tahir. India’s captain Virat Kohli 22 Wednesday, June 14, 2017 SPORTS

Real Madrid’s Portuguese striker Cristiano Ronaldo Ronaldo accused of Warbasse evading wins Swiss millions in taxes 4th stage, Madrid panish prosecutors yesterday accused Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo of Sevading 14.7 million euros in tax through offshore companies, the latest footballer to Caruso fall foul of fiscal authorities. The 32-year-old -- the world’s highest paid athlete according to Forbes magazine -- follows in the steps of FC Barcelona forward and Argentina star Lionel Messi, who was found guilty of the same offence last year in yellow although the sums involved were allegedly smaller. If he too is put on trial and found guilty, he risks “a fine of at least 28 million” euros ($31.3 million) and could potentially be jailed for three-and-a-half years, the Gestha union of experts at Spain’s Inland Revenue said in a statement. Ronaldo is accused of “four crimes against the public treasury between 2011-14... which involves tax fraud of 14,768,897 euros ($16.5m, £12.9m)”, Madrid’s public prosecutor’s office said in a statement. “The accused took advantage of a company structure created in 2010 to hide income generated in Spain from his image rights from tax authorities, which is a ‘voluntary’ and ‘conscious’ breach of his fiscal obligations in Spain,” it said. Prosecutors accuse the Portugal international of evading tax via a shell company based in the British Lausanne emotional Warbasse said. Virgin Islands and another in Ireland, known for its merican Larry Warbasse won “It felt like a home race today. low corporate tax rate. yesterday’s Tour of Switzerland Everybody was yelling my name and In addition, they say he only declared 11.5 million Afourth stage at Villars-sur-Ollon as I’m so happy.” euros of Spanish-related income from 2011 to 2014, Italy’s Damiano Caruso pulled on the AG2R La Mondiale’s Domenico while what he really earned during that time was close leader’s yellow jersey. Pozzovivo finished four seconds to 43 million euros. Warbasse, 26, was the lone survivor behind Caruso and Kruijswijk on And finally, they accuse him of “voluntarily” from a 150km breakaway in the the day to move third in the overall refusing to include 28.4 million euros in income mountain stage, and reached the standings.Wednesday’s 222km fifth linked to the sale of his image rights for the 2015 to 2020 summit finish 40 seconds ahead of stage from Bex to Cevio is the longest period to a Spanish company. Caruso, who took the overall race of the nine-day Tour of Switzerland, In a television interview last month when it was revealed lead from Australian sprinter Michael which is one of two main pre-Tour de that tax authorities had sent a report to prosecutors on Matthews. The yellow jersey has now France warm-up events, despite losing Ronaldo’s alleged fiscal evasion, the four-time World Player of changed hands four times in four prestige compared to the Criterium the Year had said he was “very serene.” days, with BMC rider Caruso 15 du Dauphine in recent years. “I know these things will be resolved with the best decision, seconds clear of Dutchman Steven While the winner of the Dauphine so I’m fine,” he had said. Kruijswijk. went on to win the Tour in four It was the first win of his career for out of five years from 2012 to 2016, Football scandals Aquablue rider Warbasse, a former the last time a Swiss Tour champion The football world in Spain has been rocked by charges of tax member of the now-defunct Swiss also claimed Grand Boucle glory was evasion or corruption pressed against some of its top stars. team IAM Cycling, after he found Belgian great Eddy Merckx in 1974 Messi was sentenced to a 21-month jail sentence and 2.09-million- himself a minute clear of his fellow -- although disgraced American Lance euro fine last year for tax fraud. escapees with only 2.3km remaining. Armstrong did that particular double The prison term will be suspended as is common in Spain for first “I love this race, l love Switzerland, in 2001 before being stripped of both offences for non-violent crimes carrying a sentence of less than two years. I was on IAM for two years,” an results for doping. (AFP) The 29-year-old and his father Jorge Horacio Messi were found guilty of using companies in Belize, Britain, Switzerland and Uruguay to avoid paying taxes on Results from the 150.2km fourth stage from Bern to Villars-sur-Ollon: 4.16 million euros of Messi’s income earned from his image rights from 2007-09. The income related to Messi’s image rights that was hidden includes endorsement Stage Overall 1. Larry Warbasse (USA/ABS) 3hr 48min 55sec, 1. Damiano Caruso (ITA/BMC) 12hr 08min 35sec, deals with Danone, Adidas, Pepsi-Cola, Procter & Gamble and the Kuwait Food 2. Damiano Caruso (ITA/BMC) at 0:40, 2. Steven Kruijswijk (NED/LNL) at 0:15, Company. 3. Steven Kruijswijk (NED/LNL) 0:40, 3. Domenico Pozzovivo (ITA/ALM) 0:24, In its statement, Gestha said the most favourable scenario for Ronaldo would be 4. Simon Spilak (SLO/KAT) 0:40, 4. Simon Spilak (SLO/KAT) 0:24, that he is also given a 21-month prison sentence. 5. Domenico Pozzovivo (ITA/ALM) 0:44, 5. Marc Soler (ESP/MOV) 0:31, 6. Mathias Frank (SWI/ALM) 0:47, 6. Mathias Frank (SWI/ALM) 0:33, Former Barca defender Javier Mascherano also agreed a one-year suspended 7. Marc Soler (ESP/MOV) 0:59, 7. Mikel Nieve (ESP/SKY) 1:09, sentence with authorities for tax fraud last year. 8. Miguel Ángel López (COL/AST) 1:07, 8. Rui Costa (POR/EAU) 1:10, Meanwhile Brazil star and Barcelona forward Neymar and his parents are due to 9. Mikel Nieve (ESP/SKY) 1:20, 9. Valerio Conti (ITA/EAU) 1:20, stand trial for alleged corruption over his transfer from Santos in 2013. (AFP) 10. Rui Costa (POR/EAU) 1:34 10. Miguel Ángel López (COL/AST) 1:25. 22 Wednesday, June 14, 2017 SPORTS SPORTS Wednesday, June 14, 2017 23

Real Madrid’s Portuguese striker Cristiano Ronaldo Ronaldo accused of Warbasse Brazil evading wins Swiss millions breeze past in taxes 4th stage, Madrid panish prosecutors yesterday accused Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo of Australia Sevading 14.7 million euros in tax through offshore companies, the latest footballer to Caruso Melbourne Americans. midfielder in front of the back stoppage time to round off the fall foul of fiscal authorities. he world’s number one Brazil, which did not bring three. scoring for Brazil. The 32-year-old -- the world’s highest team Brazil demolished stars Neymar, Marcelo, Dani The Brazilians made it It was a sobering farewell for paid athlete according to Forbes magazine AustraliaT 4-0 fired by a Diego Alves or Roberto Firmino to 2-0 just after the hour when the Australians, who leave on -- follows in the steps of FC Barcelona Souza goal after just 12 seconds Melbourne, still had far too much Luiz’s thunderous header from Wednesday for Russia and the Douglas Souza of forward and Argentina star Lionel Messi, who in their international friendly in firepower for the Socceroos. Coutinho’s corner came off Confederations Cup where they Brazil controls the was found guilty of the same offence last year in yellow Melbourne on Tuesday. Brazil got off to a stunning the bar for Silva to nod home face Germany in their first game ball although the sums involved were allegedly smaller. The Socceroos held the five- start with a goal after just 12 amongst a crowd of players in on June 19. If he too is put on trial and found guilty, he risks times World Cup champions to seconds when defender Bailey the six-yard box. “I guess the first half, apart “a fine of at least 28 million” euros ($31.3 million) 1-0 at half-time but the dazzling Wright dithered and gave away Langerak saved with his legs from the first action where we and could potentially be jailed for three-and-a-half Brazilians ripped apart the home the ball to Giuliano. to deny Souza from scoring conceded a silly goal, I thought it years, the Gestha union of experts at Spain’s Inland defence with three second-half Giuliano sent Diego Souza when Mark Milligan gave away wasn’t too bad,” Australia coach Revenue said in a statement. goals. through to beat goalkeeper possession to substitute Willian Ange Postecoglou said. Ronaldo is accused of “four crimes against the Souza, who replaced injured Mitch Langerak for his first as Brazil turned the screws on “The second half, I’ll take public treasury between 2011-14... which involves striker Gabriel Jesus, scored international goal. the Socceroos. responsibility. We made a lot of tax fraud of 14,768,897 euros ($16.5m, £12.9m)”, twice with other goals from But after the catastrophic Coutinho and Luiz, Brazil’s changes and looked disjointed Madrid’s public prosecutor’s office said in a defender Thiago Silva and start, the Socceroos settled down two most influential players, and they took advantage of that. statement. substitute Taison with his first with their passing improved were substituted minutes apart And we conceded two from set “The accused took advantage of a company international goal. from last week’s World Cup 3-2 before substitute Taison scored pieces which we hadn’t done for structure created in 2010 to hide income generated Brazil bounced back qualifier win over Saudi Arabia. his first international goal. a while.” in Spain from his image rights from tax authorities, spectacularly from their 1-0 Coutinho, Brazil’s ninth After exquisite interplay by Brazil, who were the first time which is a ‘voluntary’ and ‘conscious’ breach of his loss to Argentina at the same captain since Tite became Willian, Paulinho back-heeled to qualify for next year’s World Football fiscal obligations in Spain,” it said. venue on Friday with captain for manager, troubled the the ball into Taison’s path to Cup finals in Russia, will face Scores as of closing Prosecutors accuse the Portugal international of the night Liverpool’s Philippe Australians with his deft close slot home. Ecuador in Porto Alegre on evading tax via a shell company based in the British Lausanne emotional Warbasse said. Coutinho and Chelsea’s David skills and touch, while Luiz Souza had a free header off August 31 in their next World FIFA World Cup qualifiers Virgin Islands and another in Ireland, known for its merican Larry Warbasse won “It felt like a home race today. Luiz outstanding for the South was rock solid as the holding corner in the third minute of Cup qualifier. Thailand 1 UAE 1 low corporate tax rate. yesterday’s Tour of Switzerland Everybody was yelling my name and Iraq 1 Japan 1 In addition, they say he only declared 11.5 million Afourth stage at Villars-sur-Ollon as I’m so happy.” Syria 2 China 2 euros of Spanish-related income from 2011 to 2014, Italy’s Damiano Caruso pulled on the AG2R La Mondiale’s Domenico Qatar 3 S.Korea 2 while what he really earned during that time was close leader’s yellow jersey. Pozzovivo finished four seconds Panama v Honduras to 43 million euros. Warbasse, 26, was the lone survivor behind Caruso and Kruijswijk on Late blows jolt China, Japan in qualifying Costa Rica v Trinidad And finally, they accuse him of “voluntarily” from a 150km breakaway in the the day to move third in the overall refusing to include 28.4 million euros in income mountain stage, and reached the standings.Wednesday’s 222km fifth Kuala Lumpur beneficiaries of International friendlies linked to the sale of his image rights for the 2015 to 2020 summit finish 40 seconds ahead of stage from Bex to Cevio is the longest hmad Al Salih’s late strike dealt a stoppage-time France 3 England 2 period to a Spanish company. Caruso, who took the overall race of the nine-day Tour of Switzerland, a body blow to China’s faltering strike which at least Norway 1 Sweden 1 In a television interview last month when it was revealed lead from Australian sprinter Michael which is one of two main pre-Tour de Aquest to reach a second World Cup postponed their Romania 3 Chile 2 that tax authorities had sent a report to prosecutors on Matthews. The yellow jersey has now France warm-up events, despite losing yesterday, as Japan’s serene progress elimination. Cameroon 0 Colombia 4 Ronaldo’s alleged fiscal evasion, the four-time World Player of changed hands four times in four prestige compared to the Criterium received a jolt from Iraq. The UAE were South Africa 1 Zambia 2 the Year had said he was “very serene.” days, with BMC rider Caruso 15 du Dauphine in recent years. Marcello Lippi’s China were seconds from Singapore 0 Argentina 6 “I know these things will be resolved with the best decision, seconds clear of Dutchman Steven While the winner of the Dauphine within reach of only their second dropping out of the Australia 0 Brazil 4 so I’m fine,” he had said. Kruijswijk. went on to win the Tour in four win in Group A when Al Salih curled running for Russia It was the first win of his career for out of five years from 2012 to 2016, home a free kick in injury time to 2018 when Ali Mabkhout scored But Salih, who had complained Football scandals Aquablue rider Warbasse, a former the last time a Swiss Tour champion leave the scores at 2-2. from close range in the third minute bitterly that China’s penalty was The football world in Spain has been rocked by charges of tax member of the now-defunct Swiss also claimed Grand Boucle glory was With only two games left, China of added time. soft, stepped up in injury time to evasion or corruption pressed against some of its top stars. team IAM Cycling, after he found Belgian great Eddy Merckx in 1974 face the unlikely prospect of making It means UAE are mathematically place his free kick past goalkeeper Messi was sentenced to a 21-month jail sentence and 2.09-million- himself a minute clear of his fellow -- although disgraced American Lance up six points and four goals in goal- capable of securing third place in Zeng Cheng and earn a point for euro fine last year for tax fraud. escapees with only 2.3km remaining. Armstrong did that particular double difference to snatch third place and a Group B, but like China they need Syria. The prison term will be suspended as is common in Spain for first “I love this race, l love Switzerland, in 2001 before being stripped of both play-off spot in Group A. big wins in their last two games and Japan remain well placed in offences for non-violent crimes carrying a sentence of less than two years. I was on IAM for two years,” an results for doping. (AFP) Japan were also stunned by a late for other results to go their way. Group A but they will be kicking The 29-year-old and his father Jorge Horacio Messi were found guilty of using equaliser from Iraq as they drew China have only ever reached themselves after letting victory slip companies in Belize, Britain, Switzerland and Uruguay to avoid paying taxes on Results from the 150.2km fourth stage from Bern to Villars-sur-Ollon: 1-1 and failed to establish a cushion one World Cup, in 2002, but through their fingers against Iraq. 4.16 million euros of Messi’s income earned from his image rights from 2007-09. from their rivals Saudi Arabia and their national and domestic set- Japan were looking comfortable The income related to Messi’s image rights that was hidden includes endorsement Stage Overall with 17 minutes left but after Alaa 1. Larry Warbasse (USA/ABS) 3hr 48min 55sec, 1. Damiano Caruso (ITA/BMC) 12hr 08min 35sec, Australia at the top of Group B. up has been energised by official deals with Danone, Adidas, Pepsi-Cola, Procter & Gamble and the Kuwait Food 2. Damiano Caruso (ITA/BMC) at 0:40, 2. Steven Kruijswijk (NED/LNL) at 0:15, The Blue Samurai seemed to be proclamations about hosting and Abdul Zahra’s slalom run into the Company. 3. Steven Kruijswijk (NED/LNL) 0:40, 3. Domenico Pozzovivo (ITA/ALM) 0:24, cruising to victory in neutral Tehran winning the tournament. box the ball bounced to Kamil, who Yu Hanchao of China (L) vies for the ball with Mouaiad Al Ajjan (R) of Syria In its statement, Gestha said the most favourable scenario for Ronaldo would be 4. Simon Spilak (SLO/KAT) 0:40, 4. Simon Spilak (SLO/KAT) 0:24, after Yuya Osako’s first-half goal, Led by Lippi, who coached Italy gratefully slammed it home. that he is also given a 21-month prison sentence. 5. Domenico Pozzovivo (ITA/ALM) 0:44, 5. Marc Soler (ESP/MOV) 0:31, So far, Iran are the only Asian 6. Mathias Frank (SWI/ALM) 0:47, 6. Mathias Frank (SWI/ALM) 0:33, before the 164cm (5ft 4in) Mahdi their final two opponents in what is automatically for next year’s World to victory in the 2006 World Cup, Former Barca defender Javier Mascherano also agreed a one-year suspended 7. Marc Soler (ESP/MOV) 0:59, 7. Mikel Nieve (ESP/SKY) 1:09, Kamil poached the equaliser on 73 shaping up to be a blockbuster finish Cup in Russia, while the third-placed China recovered from Mahmoud Al side to confirm their place in Russia, sentence with authorities for tax fraud last year. 8. Miguel Ángel López (COL/AST) 1:07, 8. Rui Costa (POR/EAU) 1:10, minutes. to Group B. sides go into a play-off series. Mawas’s first-half penalty through although South Korea can take a big Meanwhile Brazil star and Barcelona forward Neymar and his parents are due to 9. Mikel Nieve (ESP/SKY) 1:20, 9. Valerio Conti (ITA/EAU) 1:20, Japan lie just one point ahead of Only the top two teams from In a night of late equalisers, the Gao Lin’s spot-kick and Wu Xi’s step towards joining them if they stand trial for alleged corruption over his transfer from Santos in 2013. (AFP) 10. Rui Costa (POR/EAU) 1:34 10. Miguel Ángel López (COL/AST) 1:25. both Saudi Arabia and Australia, each of Group A and B qualify United Arab Emirates were the volley. beat Qatar later on Tuesday. (AFP) Brazil breeze P23 past Australia SPORTS 2424 Wednesday, June 14, 2017

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