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THURSDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2015 SAFAR 21, 1437 AH www.kuwaittimes.net Lawmakers ‘No forgiveness’ New dad Sixers beat endorse draft as Pak hangs Zuckerberg Lakers to end for new school massacre to give away losing skid; juvenile5 law convicts7 fortune27 LeBron18 stunned MP calls for suspending Min 16º Max 29º transactions for Indians High Tide 03:38 & 18:03 Workers’ union wants to abolish kafeel system Low Tide 11:07 & 23:37 40 PAGES NO: 16716 150 FILS By B Izzak

MPs: Prosecute Amir patronizes KFAS awards KUWAIT: MP Kamel Al-Awadhi yesterday called on the Interior Ministry to suspend all residency transactions 24 ex-officials for the Indian community in retaliation to the Indian Embassy’s KD 700 deposit rule for domestic helpers. over Dow deal Awadhi, who has been campaigning against the Indian embassy decision, called on the interior ministry to sus- By B Izzak pend family visits for Indians living in Kuwait, but insist- ed that he “respected Indians”. KUWAIT: The National Assembly called on the gov- The row was triggered after the Indian embassy in ernment yesterday to refer 24 former oil officials to Kuwait implemented a decision by the Indian govern- the public prosecution for legal action over the joint ment that every employer of Indian domestic helpers venture with US firm Dow Chemical which was must deposit KD 700 at the embassy to ensure regular scrapped, and as a result, Kuwait paid a $2.2 billion payment of salaries and fair treatment of the workers. penalty. A parliamentary probe report charged the Awadhi said that Kuwaiti authorities should not allow officials, including two former oil ministers and ex- the Indian embassy to act as a court and let disputes be top executives, of squandering public funds and solved by the Kuwaiti judiciary. making illegal profits. During the debate which The lawmaker, who was director of the immigration began on Tuesday, a number of MPs criticized the department, was commenting on an answer by the for- report for being one-sided and failing to include eign ministry to his question about the Indian the main officials responsible for the issue, includ- embassy’s behavior. He said the foreign ministry said ing Cabinet ministers and members of the Supreme that the question is outside its authority. Awadhi said Petroleum Council. that the embassy should take the deposit from the The $17.4-billion-dollar joint venture was signed recruitment offices and not from Kuwaitis, describing with Dow Chemical in 2008 but under political pres- the practice as a violation of Kuwait’s sovereignty. sure from the opposition, the Cabinet scrapped the In a related development, the head of the expatriate deal. The International Chamber of Commerce, act- KUWAIT: HH the Amir Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah (center), flanked by HH the Crown Prince Sheikh office at the Kuwait Trade Union Federation Mubarak Al- ing as an arbitrator, ordered Kuwait to pay a penalty Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah and National Assembly Speaker Marzouq Al-Ghanem, attends an award dis- Ardhi said yesterday the office will continue to defend of $2.2 billion for scrapping the deal. tribution ceremony held by the Kuwait Foundation for Advancement of Sciences (KFAS) for the winners the interests of foreign workers in Kuwait and will focus Continued on Page 13 of 2014 and 2015 at the Salwa Al-Sabah Hall yesterday. — KUNA (See Page 3) in the coming phase on the abolishing of the kafeel or Continued on Page 13 UK set to vote for Syria strikes Cameron urges use of ‘Daesh’ for IS

LONDON: Britain’s parliament looked set benches and walkways spoke against air to vote in favor of joining air strikes on strikes while thousands of anti-war pro- News Islamic State (IS) jihadists in Syria yester- testers are expected to protest outside in brief day despite angry exchanges which have parliament later for the second night exposed deep divisions on military running. A new opinion poll yesterday action. Prime Minister David Cameron suggested that public support for joining Gasoline could see kicked off over 10 hours of debate by air strikes in Syria had dropped signifi- subsidy cut in 2016 urging MPs to “answer the call” from cantly in recent days. A YouGov poll in KUWAIT: Finance Ministry Undersecretary Khalifa allies like France and the US, adding that The Times newspaper found that 48 per- Hamada said that petrol would be the first item to lose bombing the “mediaeval monsters” of IS cent of Britons supported Syria strikes government subsidies before other goods gradually fol- was “the right thing to do”. “The question compared to 59 percent last week. low during 2016. Hamada explained that gasoline is this: do we work with our allies to Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn, who prices in Kuwait were the lowest in the world and that degrade and destroy this threat... or do opposes military action, condemned relatively lifting its subsidies would contribute to saving we sit back and wait for them to attack Cameron’s “ill thought-out rush to war” DOHA: Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan (left) and Qatari Emir Tamim considerable funds, as well as solve environmental and us?” he told the House of Commons. and said his proposals “simply do not bin Hamad Al-Thani shake hands during a ceremony yesterday. —AP traffic problems. Hamada stressed that in view of the Ministers and sources in the main stack up”. “The specter of Iraq, current budget deficit, the government’s continuation opposition Labour party believe Afghanistan and Libya looms over this of its current spending patterns would destroy the Cameron will win the vote, paving the debate,” Corbyn added, referring to Russia accuses Erdogan state’s general reserves and those of future generations, way for Britain to join air strikes on Syria unpopular British interventions in for- especially if oil prices remain low for long. “Some subsi- within days or even hours. But many of eign conflicts over the last 15 years. dies reach non-deserving consumers and pressure the the MPs crammed on to the Commons’ Continued on Page 13 of links to IS oil trade budget,” he said. Turkish leader rejects ‘slander’ MoI urges caution MOSCOW: Russia yesterday accused Ankara shot down the jet on its border over foul weather Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan with Syria on Nov 24, with President KUWAIT: The Ministry of Interior yesterday urged and his family of involvement in illegal oil Vladimir Putin accusing Ankara of down- citizens and expatriates to be cautious over bad trading with Islamic State jihadists, ratch- ing the jet to protect oil supply lines to weather conditions. The ministry, in a press state- eting up the heat in a dispute over Turkish territory. But the defense ministry ment, asked people not to hesitate to contact it in Ankara’s downing of one of Moscow’s war- accusations against Erdogan are the first case of emergency. planes. The Turkish strongman accused implicating the Turkish strongman directly. Moscow of “slander” over claims his coun- “The main consumer of this oil stolen from try had bought oil from IS, while Russian its legitimate owners Syria and Iraq is Taleban chief ‘seriously Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov agreed to Turkey,” deputy defense minister Anatoly injured’ in internal fight meet his counterpart from Ankara for the Antonov told journalists. KABUL: Afghan Taleban leader Mullah Akhtar Mansour first high-level face-to-face talks since the “According to available information, the was seriously injured in a firefight following a heated ferocious war of words erupted last week. highest level of the political leadership of argument at a gathering of militant commanders, offi- Ties between NATO member Turkey the country, President Erdogan and his cials said yesterday, exposing deepening divisions within and Russia have been strained since Continued on Page 13 the fractious militant movement. It was not immediately clear if Mansour survived the clash, which occurred just LONDON: Protesters hold placards protesting against Britain launching four months after he was appointed Taleban supremo in airstrikes against the Islamic State group inside Syria during a demonstration Multiple people killed a deeply acrimonious leadership succession. Five other outside the Houses of Parliament yesterday. — AP Taleban members were killed after a verbal duel cascad- ed out of control, triggering a gunfight at the meeting in Calif mass shooting near the Pakistani town of Quetta, said Sultan Faizi, the SAN BERNARDINO, California: Multiple department, which confirmed there were spokesman for the Afghan first vice president. There was Some Saudi women to people were shot and killed yesterday at a “multiple victims”. The city fire department conflicting information on the location of the confronta- Southern California social services center, said on Twitter that it was responding to tion, with some sources claiming that it took place near with reports of 20 victims at the center that “reports of a 20 victim shooting incident” and the southern Afghan city of Kandahar. get more legal powers provides services for the disabled. Police were was working to clear the scene. Witnesses searching for up to three gunmen, authorities quoted by local media, said the suspects RIYADH: Saudi Arabia will let divorced In a country where men hold legal pow- said. Several law enforcement agencies con- were seen leaving the scene after the shoot- Iran says IAEA nuclear women and widows manage family affairs ers over female relatives in almost all their verged on the scene in San Bernardino, and ing in a black SUV and had left a package bomb probe ‘closed’ without approval from a man or a court interactions with the state, the change will triage units were being set up in the area. behind. TEHRAN: Iran said yesterday it now considers a order, a state-aligned newspaper said yes- significantly change the lives of divorced or Some people were seen being wheeled away “It appears there is more than one shoot- UN probe into allegations of past nuclear terday, a major step to lift some of the legal widowed women, particularly for those on gurneys, while others walked quickly from er,” Sergeant Vicki Cervantes of the San weapons research closed after a watchdog pub- powers men hold over female relatives. The bringing up children alone. Until now, a building with their hands in the air. They Bernardino Police told CNN. She said she lished its long-awaited report. “It can be said that Al Riyadh newspaper said the interior min- women had to get permission from a were searched by police before being reunit- could not confirm the SUV report, nor all measures regarding previous issues have been istry will issue family identity cards not only divorced husband, and apply to courts if ed with loved ones. reports that the shooter or shooters were completely concluded and the PMD issue has to men, but also to divorcees and widows, that failed, to perform any of these basic Heavily armed SWAT teams, firefighters wearing military-style body armor. CBS been closed,” Deputy Foreign Minister Abbas granting them powers that will include activities. Family status cases account for and ambulances swarmed the scene, located Evening News said on Twitter that a bomb Araghchi told state television. He was referring to accessing records, registering children for 65 percent of all those before courts, clog- about an hour east of Los Angeles, as police squad had been dispatched to the scene to the “possible military dimensions” of Iran’s nuclear schools and authorizing medical proce- ging up an already stretched judicial sys- warned residents away. “Area remains VERY “immobilize what’s believed to be explosive program, which has been long investigated by the dures. The newspaper did not give a date tem, Al Riyadh reported. ACTIVE. AVOID!” tweeted the local sheriff device”. — Agencies International Atomic Energy Agency. for the move. Continued on Page 13 LOCAL THURSDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2015 Kuwait invites world to take part in donors’ conference

KUWAIT: Kuwait invited the international com- appreciation for the UK for hosting the upcom- munity to participate in Kuwait’s fourth donors’ ing donors’ conference, with a joint chairman- conference in February in London to support ship by Kuwait, Norway and Germany. the Syrian people in their suffering. Deputy Meanwhile, International Islamic Charity Foreign Minister Khaled Al-Jarallah said in his Organization (IICO) Chairman Dr Abdullah Al- opening remarks at the 6th meeting for major Maatouq said that the Syrian crisis has been on a donors aiding Syrian people that international standstill position for a long time now, pointing community should unify their efforts to stop out that humanitarian efforts should not replace bloodshed and destruction in Syria. Jarallah political endeavors. added that it is the responsibility of everyone, Maatouq, who is also Kuwait’s Humanitarian especially the UNSC, to find a swift peaceful Envoy to the UN, said that Syrian civilians should solution for this man-made disaster. He pointed be provided with protection from ongoing to repeated warnings against the serious airstrikes and all sorts of violence. There are more than 360,000 Syrian people trapped between areas of disputes, where there is a lack of safety and security, he said. In addition, there are more than 1.2 people who are internally dis- placed, he further said. He called on all donors’ KUWAIT: His Highness the Amir Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah meets members of the Arab and International Relations Council. — Amiri countries to honor their pledges that were made Diwan and KUNA photos in pervious donors’ conferences. Amir receives Chairman of Arab, War against IS Earlier, Jarallah said that the State of Kuwait welcomes UK’s military participation in interna- tional coalition against the so-called Islamic International Relations Council State (IS) or ‘Daesh,’. Speaking to reporters after taking part in opening of the conference, the KUWAIT: His Highness the Amir Sheikh deputy foreign minister affirmed the State of Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah yes- Kuwait’s keenness on backing the coalition, also terday received Chairman of the Arab stressing on the necessity of the UK participation and International Relations Council KUWAIT: Deputy Foreign Minister in the alliance against the militant group. His Mohammad Al-Sager and council mem- Khaled Al-Jarallah speaks at the 6th statement coincided with a planned legislative bers at Bayan Palace, on sidelines of the meeting for major donors aiding Syrian session in London due later today to vote on fifth meeting of the council board of people. — KUNA British military involvement in the global war on trustees. the group, also known as the Islamic State in Iraq Earlier, His Highness the Amir impacts of the Syrian crisis not only on the and the Levant (ISIL). He expressed hope the received His Highness the Crown Prince Syrians themselves but on the whole world as alliance would defeat terrorism and put an end well. Jarallah added that at this stage of the cri- to Syrian people’s hardship. In other news, Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al- sis, it is important to connect the efforts of Jarallah met yesterday Russian Ambassador to Sabah, and Acting Premier and Foreign developmental institutions with humanitarian Kuwait Alexi Solomatin. Minister Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al- aid organization; a good example of this cooper- During the meeting, they discussed several Hamad Al-Sabah. ative effort is a $150 million project that has aspects of bilateral relations between both Meanwhile, His Highness the Crown been carried out through the Kuwait Fund for nations and the latest regional and international Prince received Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled, Arab Economic Fund (KFAED). He expressed his developments. — KUNA Deputy Premier and Interior Minister Sheikh Mohammad Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah and Deputy Board Chairman of the Ruling Family, Sheikh Dr. Ibrahim Al- His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah meets Deputy Board Duaij Al-Sabah. — KUNA Chairman of the Ruling Family Sheikh Dr Ibrahim Al-Duaij Al-Sabah. Major landmark in Kuwait to be named after late Saud Al-Faisal: Acting PM

KUWAIT: A major landmark in Kuwait is to be named after the late Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Saud Al-Faisal, said Acting Premier and Foreign Minister Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah on Tuesday night. This cabinet-approved decision came in recogni- tion of the deceased’s rich journey and multifaceted contributions, especially towards Kuwait and its people, Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled said in a speech at a ceremony held by the Arab and International Relations Council in honoring the late Saudi foreign minister. KUWAIT: Warren Hauck, Ambassador of Australia to Kuwait speaks at the seminar. Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled pointed to the fact that he was “honored” to work directly with Prince Saud Australian envoy explains in the last few years, “and I sensed authenticity of his virtues, abundance of his giving, greatness of his inclusive economic growth stances and opinions, as well as discretion of his diplomacy.” By Ben Garcia industry focused. We also reformed inefficient He carried on saying that the late prince “elevat- government monopolies in telecommunica- ed Gulf and Arab diplomatic standards, and made a KUWAIT: The IMF-Middle East Center for tion, transportation and water. The reforms noble mission out of diplomatic work.” He added Economics and Finance held a talk yesterday produced more productivity and lower cost; that Kuwaitis shall never forget Prince Saud’s words about inclusive economic growth and micro- which increased the country’s GDP by over during the early days of the Iraqi invasion back in KUWAIT: Acting Premier and Foreign Minister Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah at a economic policy in Australia to demonstrate 2.5 percent. We also reformed some ineffi- 1990 when he said “we would not sleep until Kuwait ceremony to honor the late Saudi foreign minister Prince Saud Al-Faisal. — KUNA its expertise and share experiences with cient taxes, introduced new taxes and several returns ... Kuwait will be liberated.” The late Prince attendees, mostly executive officers and man- other reforms including in the area of educa- Saud Al-Faisal carried Arab concerns and causes in Saqer said Prince Saud Al-Faisal passed away after support of the Lebanese causes, foremost his quest agers of various companies in Kuwait, includ- tion,” Hauck added. his heart and thought, said Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled, spending 40 years as a foreign minister, during to stop the civil war. He said Prince Saud demon- ing some from neighboring countries. Warren stressing that the Palestinian cause was Prince which he showed complete dedication for his job. strated a courageous position when the Iraqi Hauck, Ambassador of Australia to Kuwait, Gas exporter Saud’s main concern, for he was one of the most He said that council members had planned to hon- regime invaded and occupied Kuwait in August was the guest of honor at the event, who was By 2020, Australia will be the number one prominent advocate of the Arab Peace Initiative, as or the deceased during the holy month of Ramadan 1990, when he told a UN meeting in New York that welcomed by Oussama Kanaan, the institute’s gas exporter in the world, according to he once said “If this initiative did not provide securi- earlier this year but Prince Saud passed away before if the Arab countries could not end the Iraqi occu- director. Hauck. “Australia nowadays is the biggest ty for Israel, I assure you that the barrel of a gun will that. Saqer said Prince Saud would be missed a lot. pation, the Arabs should work with the internation- Hauck was asked by the IMF-Middle East exporter of meat in the world. Kuwait for not either.” Meanwhile, Chairman of the Arab and Former Lebanese Prime Minister Fuad Siniora, a al community to free Kuwait and bring back the CEF to talk about Australia’s inclusive eco- example is the biggest market of our live International Relations Council Mohammad Al- council member, praised Prince Saud’s “honorable” legitimate leadership. — KUNA nomic growth so as to learn and gain more sheep, so we are very fortunate that we are in knowledge from their past economic reforms. the radar of every country in the world. The Hauck spoke about sources of Australia’s growth experienced by China is also being inclusive growth, which he mentioned is sus- felt in Australia because geographically, we tainable and experienced by Australians for are pretty close to China,” he mentioned. the past 25 years, since the early 1990s. Hauck said many economic reforms in Australia were not easily implemented as Economic growth they needed support from the public and “We are now in the 25th year of uninter- business sectors. “Some debates took place, rupted economic growth thanks to several but we have strong lobbying and support economic reforms which we introduced since from business sectors,” he stressed. 1991. The good news is that we have not Innovations and other programs are being been affected by the series of economic crises carefully handled by Australia as it continues which took place in the world - the first was to invest in the education sector, technical the Asian financial crisis in 1997, while the training programs and infrastructure. second was the last one in 2008,” he said. “The public and private partnership (PPP) According to Hauck, Australia’s growth aver- is also being carefully looked into, like in age per year after implementing reforms mass-transport. A little bit about on innova- KUWAIT: Canadian Ambassador Martine Moreau and Kuwait’s Foreign Reem Al-Khaled is pictured with ambassadors in attendance. — Photos stands at 3.3 percent. “It happened because tion - we will be strongly focusing on innova- Ministry official Reem Al-Khaled cut the ceremony’s cake. by Joseph Shagra of substantial reforms which we undertook in tion as we live in a globalized world now and I the 1980s and 1990s,” he said. think we need to say this: If you have a mobile The Australian ambassador also cited phone right now and you are using Wi-Fi, just Embassy celebrates Canada’s National Day some sources of economic growth intro- for the info, Wi-Fi was invented by Australians; duced including the floating of the dollar we also invented the bio-spray that we are By Meshaal Al-Enezi diplomatic relations. A special ceremony was held on marked the 50th anniversary of launching historic deep- (1993) and the tariff reforms, which reduced now using on burn victims. There are more, the occasion at the ambassador’s residence in Jabriya. rooted relations with Kuwait. Ambassador Moreau KUWAIT: The Canadian Embassy to Kuwait recently cel- Speaking on the occasion, Canadian Ambassador stressed that Kuwaiti-Canadian commercial relations tariff to under five percent, in two phases in like the black box in airplanes. We are trying ebrated Canada’s 148th National Day anniversary and Martine Moreau thanked and welcomed her guests, were rapidly growing in various lines such as oil, gas, the 1980s and 1990s. “We also liberalized to develop and innovate so we can contribute the fiftieth anniversary of establishing Kuwaiti-Canadian noting that 2015 was very special for both countries and health care, defense, infrastructure and education. trade across the board. We dismantled cen- to the world. We may have challenges ahead tralized wage fixing, creating more flexible but with 25 years of growth, I think we are in labor markets, but at the same time more the right position,” he concluded. Kuwaiti delegation lauds Katara High-level Australian delegation for achieving human interaction

to visit Kuwait December 13 DOHA: A visiting Kuwaiti media dele- region. Counselor at the Kuwaiti KUALA LUMPUR: A high-ranking framework of the distinguished bonds gation lauded Cultural Village embassy in Qatar Nasser Sager Al- Australian parliamentary delegation is between the two friendly countries. Foundation, known as Katara, in Ghanim also highlighted the impor- scheduled to visit Kuwait on December The Australian delegation, during the achieving human interaction through tant role played by Katara to bring dif- 13th to hold talks with officials and law- visit to Kuwait, will hold talks with offi- art and cultural exchange through ferent cultures together on a common makers on mutual cooperation and bilat- cials from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, many cultural projects. Head of the ground. Director of Katara was thrilled eral relations between the two countries, members of the National Assembly delegation, and Deputy Editor-in- to receive the Kuwaiti delegation. Kuwait Ambassador to Australia Najeeb (Parliament), Kuwait Chamber of Chief of Al-Anba newspaper, Adnan The Kuwaiti delegation is visiting Al-Bader said. Commerce and Industry and others. Khalifa Al-Rashid said yesterday that Qatar to participate in the Third Teresa Gambaro, Chairperson of the Ambassador Bader quoted Gambaro Katara has become a niche for local Business Women Forum. Katara Foreign, Defense and Commerce as expressing, during the meeting with and Arab cultures and a crossroad of Cultural Village is the largest and the Committee, will head the delegation, him, her aspiration to seek to cement international arts. most multidimensional cultural proj- said the Ambassador in a phone contact parliamentary, commercial and business Director of Sama magazine Zahra ect of Qatar. It serves as a guardian to with Kuwait News Agency (KUNA), as he cooperation between the two countries. Dehdari pointed out that Katara is a the heritage and traditions of Qatar emerged from a meeting with the lead- The meeting, held at the Parliament great supporter of tourism in Qatar and endeavors to spread awareness ing legislator. House in the Australian capital Canberra, because it hosts many cultural and about the importance of every culture He noted that talks, during the signifi- was attended by the Second Secretary at sporting events. Sama Editor-in-Chief DOHA: Head of Katara Cultural Village Foundation, Deputy Editor-in- and civilization and as such, Katara cant visit, would deal with bilateral ties the Kuwaiti Embassy, Mohammad Al- Dalal Salem Al-Marzouq, meanwhile, Chief of Al-Anba newspaper Adnan Khalifa Al-Rashid, Sama Editor-in- hosts international, regional and local and mutual cooperation, within the Shaitan. — KUNA said that Katara is considered a touris- Chief Dalal Salem Al-Marzouq and Counselor at Kuwaiti embassy in festivals, workshops, performances tic and unique landmark in the Gulf Qatar Nasser Sager Al-Ghanim. — KUNA and exhibitions. — KUNA THURSDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2015 LOCAL Amir patronizes KFAS’ award ceremony

KUWAIT: His Highness the Amir Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah is pictured with Kuwait His Highness the Amir Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah (center), His Highness the Crown Prince Foundation for Advancement of Sciences (KFAS) top officials and winners. — Amiri Diwan photos Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah (second from left), and National Assembly Speaker Marzouq Al- Ghanem (fourth from left) are seen among top officials in attendance. KUWAIT: His Highness the Amir Sheikh Salwa Al-Sabah Hall, by KFAS Director Mohammad Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, Acting Scientific institutions affiliated with Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah yes- General Dr Adnan Ahmad Prime Minister and Foreign Minister KFAS have recorded around 90 new sci- terday patronized award distribution Shehabeddine and board members. Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Hamad Al- entific inventions,” he said. ceremony held by Kuwait Foundation Attendants were His Highness the Sabah, Deputy Prime Minister and Kuwait’s Scientific Center now boasts for Advancement of Sciences (KFAS) for Crown Prince Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Interior Minister Sheikh Mohammad Al- more than 8 million visitors while med- winners in 2014 and 2015. Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, National Assembly Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah, Deputy ical institutions associated with KFAS At onset of the event, His Highness Speaker Marzouq Al-Ghanem, senior Minister of the Amiri Diwan Affairs have made strides with the help of the Amir was welcomed at the venue, Sheikhs, His Highness Sheikh Nasser Al- Sheikh Ali Jarrah Al-Sabah and senior regional and international partners, the State officials. KFAS chief added. “All the progress The ceremony got underway with made would not have been possible the National Anthem, followed by the without our international partners, with Holy Quran verses, then screening of whom we have developed a partnership documentary about the foundation that strives for scientific excellence,” he achievements and later a statement by said. The KFAS is also in the process of the Director General, expressing grati- developing strategic plans to introduce tude to His Highness the Amir for his new measures aimed at bolstering the sponsorship of the event, boasting that capacity of scientific production in the KFAS, founded 36 years ago, has hon- country, he noted. KFAS is certainly on ored up to 106 Arab and Kuwaiti scien- its way to becoming a regional hub of tists. scientific research and advancement. And, 25 years after launching the As KFAS celebrates the 40th anniver- “science innovation” award, the founda- sary of its inception, Shehabeddine tion “boasts that it has honored 145 pledged that KFAS “will continue to Kuwaiti researchers encouraging them encourage the youth to pursue educa- to devote their full time to research, tion at all costs.” Calling them “the pillars studies, composition and translation. of our nation,” the KFAS Director General Kuwait Foundation for the Advancement of Sciences’ (KFAS) Director “On behalf of the foundation and its highlighted the importance of youth General Dr Adnan Ahmad Shehabeddine welcomes His Highness the board, I express deep congratulations to contributions to society. Crown Prince Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah to the venue. the winners of the award for the years 2014 and 2015.” Pursuing excellence “We gather here today to honor a group put forth by these researchers and sci- Renowned college professor Mahdi of talented scientists who have claimed entists,” he said. “A total of ten standouts Private sector Arar joined the festivities Wednesday the prestigious KFAS award for the will be honored here with an award that “KFAS has always prioritized the during the award distribution ceremo- 2014/2015 term. Nine of those honored aims to encourage the pursuit of educa- country’s private sector and has intro- ny. Speaking to the audience, Arar con- today are Arabs who have devoted their tion and knowledge. We congratulate duced various initiatives aimed at assist- gratulated the winners of the KFAS lives to pursue excellence in their cho- the recipients of the awards and KFAS ing young entrepreneurs to hone their awards, expressing gratitude for the sen fields. for promoting education and science,” skills. It is through such initiatives that Kuwaiti leadership and KFAS for organiz- “The awards given here are tokens of he added. Wishing KFAS more prosperi- we hope to motivate the youth so that ing an “event of academic prominence.” appreciation for the tremendous work ty and success, Arar called Kuwait “a they can represent our nation in inter- national arenas,” he said. As part of efforts of disseminating knowledge, KFAS has financed and endorsed various research in numerous fields, he added. KFAS has also put together more than 50 educational events in Kuwait and helped patronize around 150 researchers to take part in international conferences and events. KFAS also publishes an informative magazine that contains the latest research and breakthroughs in numer- ous fields of science, he pointed out. His Highness the Amir Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah receives “This year was a stellar year in terms of a memorial plaque. scientific advancement in the country.

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah honors Kuwait Foundation for Advancement of Sciences (KFAS) award winners.

Deputy Prime Minister and Interior Minister Sheikh Mohammad Al-Khaled Al-Sabah greets Kuwait Foundation for the Advancement Sciences’ (KFAS) His Highness the Amir Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber board member Faiza Al-Kharafi, as KFAS Director Al-Sabah previews items displayed at the ceremony. General Dr Adnan Ahmad Shehabeddine looks on. THURSDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2015 LOCAL

Celebration of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities

KUWAIT: The Vice Chair and the Secretary General of the Kuwait Society for the Handicapped and the RI National Secretary for Kuwait, Munira Al-Mutawa said that the International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD) has been commemorated on December 3 to promote aware- ness and mobilize support for critical issues relating to the inclusion of persons with disabilities in society and develop- ment. The theme for this year is “Inclusion matters: access and empowerment for people with all abilities” and the Day works to promote action to raise awareness about disability issues and draw attention to the benefits of an inclusive and accessible society for all. The estimated one billion people living with disabilities worldwide face many barriers to inclu- sion in many key aspects of society including areas of trans- portation, employment and education, as well as social and political participation. Mutawa added that it is important to focus on the ability and not on the disability of an individual. We should note that disability is part of the human condition and that all of Alghanim Industries’ team with the merit scholars. us either are or will become disabled to one degree or another, during the course of our lives. By promoting empowerment, real opportunities for people are created. Empowerment involves investing in people - in jobs, health, Alghanim Industries concludes nutrition, education and social protection. When people are empowered, they are better prepared to take advantage of opportunities for participation in the social life. The theme for this year comprises three important sub- activities in NUKS USA conference themes. One of them is “Making cities inclusive and accessi- ble for all”. It is estimated that by 2050, 66 percent of the world’s population will be living in cities. So the UN organiz- KUWAIT: Alghanim Industries, one of the largest private es the United Nations’ Third Global Conference on Housing companies in the region concluded its sponsorship for the and Sustainable Development in 2016 to review the 32nd annual conference of the National Union of Kuwaiti progress and design a “New Urban Agenda” that must Students (NUKS) USA branch, which took place from 25 to ensure that future cities, towns and basic urban infrastruc- 28 of November in San Diego, California, under the slogan tures and services are more accessible and inclusive for all ‘Awakening Kuwait’s Dream.’ people’s needs, including persons with disabilities. The conference was attended by the Minister of The second sub-theme is “Improving disability data and Education and Higher Education Dr Bader Al-Essa, and statistics” as the lack of data and information on disability Ambassador of Kuwait in the United States, Sheikh Salem and the situation with persons with disabilities at the nation- Al-Sabah, and Ambassador of the United States in Kuwait, al level contribute to the invisibility of persons with disabili- Douglas Silliman, as well as a number of Kuwait National ties in official statistics. This presents a major obstacle to Assembly members and representatives of a number of achieving development planning and implementation. The private sector companies. International Day will be used to highlight challenges and As part of the conference activities, Alghanim Industries map out strategies to involve persons with disabilities and hosted a special workshop entitled ‘Steer Your Career’ to a their organizations in disability data and statistics collection group of merit scholars with varied majors studying in the and dissemination. United States, where company representatives introduced And finally, the third sub-theme is “Including persons them to Alghanim Industries and presented career advice with invisible disabilities in society and development”. The that will help them professionally, such as time manage- International Day draws attention on the situation of per- ment, goal setting, and writing a good resume. The team sons with invisible disabilities, such as mental health and also shared some of their personal stories from their vast psychosocial disabilities, intellectual disabilities as well as career experiences. They also showcased the ‘Alghanim hearing impairments as they are at risk of exclusion from Industries Future Leaders Program’ (AFLP), a program that mainstream activities, education or social activities. extends over 12 months, and is designed to provide recent, Accordingly, social activities and awareness raising initiatives high-potential Kuwaiti graduates with a comprehensive should be organized in order to draw attention of the con- introduction to the different businesses and support func- cerned authorities to those disabilities. Mutawa added that tions in Alghanim Industries and includes world-class train- the UN organizes several sessions on the occasion of the ing and development activities. The program is comprised International Day of Persons with Disabilities, such as of four months of training and workshops, a one month- Alghanim Industries’ team with Ali Al-Fudhala and Fahad Al-Mutairi from 228. Disability-inclusive development and the 2030 Agenda for long business-based project, and seven months of job Sustainable Development, Inclusion of persons with disabili- rotations and assignments across the company. important role on the development of the economy and competition, taking place during the conference, with ties and a panel discussion on Invisible disabilities. She finding creative solutions to the challenges facing us today, Tareq Al-Saleh AGM Investments Consumer Banking at expressed her hope that the concerned authorities related Important role this is what we appreciate and what we practice at Gulf Bank. Alghanim Industries also sponsored the semi- to disability matters in Kuwait will work on improvement of Senior Director - Corporate Strategy, BD, and M&A at Alghanim Industries.” nar “A Star Every Day” moderated by student Ali Al- the situation of persons with disabilities, especially in the Alghanim Industries, Dari Al-Reshaid Al-Bader said: “I had Alghanim Industries also participated in the career fair, Fadalah, from 228, the popular ‘Snapchat’ group, engaged field of implementation of technical specifications that will ensure access of this category of the society to the new facili- the pleasure of participating once again at the NUKS - USA held before the opening ceremony of the conference, in a dialogue in which he interviewed the Minister of ties as well as the old ones after their modification according conference. Every year when Alghanim Industries sponsors where representatives of the company were present to Education and Higher Education Dr Bader Al-Essa, to those specifications. It is a basic precondition for integra- this conference, we meet many of our special students, answer students’ questions about the company and job Abdulwahhab Al-Muzaini, member of the Board of tion of persons with disabilities in the society. where we have the opportunity to guide them towards opportunities. Dari Al-Bader was part of the judging panel Trustees in Kuwait Anti-Corruption Authority, and the stu- careers that are best suited for them. Education plays an that evaluated the participants of the ‘Business Startup’ dent Fahad AlMutairi.

Gulf Bank Donates to the Foundation of Hope Helping children, adults with special needs KUWAIT: Gulf Bank recently made a iors, and college students. It offers an all- donation to the Foundation of Hope, a round education for students in a caring volunteer group in Kuwait dedicated to and supportive environment, enabling helping other less fortunate. The each person to fulfill their own individual Foundation of Hope works to help potential. those, both children and adults, who Gulf Bank’s support has also helped have special needs. the Foundation in producing the “Diary of A portion of Gulf Bank’s donation to Hope 2016” which depicts the artwork of the Foundation of Hope was used to help intellectually challenged schoolchildren Zain’s Corporate Communications and Relations Director Waleed Al- Zain honors students at the event. equip a special needs classroom called in a calendar format. This diary calendar, Khashti with the sports’ panel. the “Green Unit” in the Kuwait English along with any other information con- School (KES). The Green Unit is a non- cerning the activities of The Foundation profit facility of the KES that caters to stu- of Hope may be obtained by emailing dents with special educational needs, [email protected]. Gulf aged 6 - 21 years. The Green Unit provides Bank’s support is part of its on-going learning support for infants, juniors, sen- commitment to charitable activities.

Teams competing in the Zain NUKS football tournament. NUKS USA honors Zain for Platinum sponsorship of 32nd annual conference

KUWAIT: The National Union of Kuwaiti Students As in previous years, Zain took the opportunity first time a football tournament dedicated to in the United States (NUKS USA) honored Zain, the to recognize and honor the performances of the female students, where the company honored the leading telecommunications company in Kuwait, top 10 Kuwaiti students studying in the US, with “Barcelona” team for winning the first place title. for its Platinum sponsorship of the Union’s 32nd the aim of shedding light on their accomplish- Zain’s participation in NUKS USA reinforces the annual conference that was recently concluded in ments. The company also sponsored a sports sym- company’s commitment to the youth of Kuwait San Diego, California, under the patronage and posium in which prominent Kuwaiti sports figures and its desire to see them reach their full potential. attendance of HE the Minster of Education and discussed issues relevant to the domestic sporting The event brought together distinguished national Minster of Higher Education Dr Badr Al-Essa. scene. figures from across Kuwait who have had a signifi- The closing ceremony of the conference wit- Zain also organized several sporting activities cant impact on the country’s political, economic, nessed the presence of many prominent national held in conjunction with the event, where the com- cultural and sporting life, and is a rare blend of Kuwaiti leaders, where the Kuwaiti Ambassador to pany honored the “Champions” team, winner of the intellectual and social content for the attendees. the US, Sheikh Salem Abdullah Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, first place title of “Zain Football Tournament”, which The company sees its annual participation in presented a token of appreciation to Zain Kuwait, the company sponsored for the third consecutive the conference as part of its responsibility as a represented by Corporate Communications and year. The tournament was a way to engage with leading national company to help provide bright Relations Director Waleed Al-Khashti, for the com- the youth and share a family-like atmosphere with and enthusiastic young Kuwaitis who are looking Gulf Bank team during their visit to Foundation of Hope. pany’s support to the conference throughout the the students, with immense participation of 20 to enter the job market with suitable development years. teams. The company also organized and for the opportunities. THURSDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2015 LOCAL

Official appeals to the public to MPA works with PAAAFR follow passport renewal rules to inspect farmlands By Meshaal Al-Enezi

KUWAIT: Manpower Public Authority’s Deputy Director for Passport, visa validity linkage starts Jan 1 Labor Protection Abdullah Al-Motoutah said that the author- ity had formed a joint committee with the Public Authority for Agricultural Affairs and Fish Resources (PAAAFR) to By Hanan Al-Saadoun Jaber Stadium inspect agricultural land tenancy and the laborers registered MoI Director General of Relations and Security Information on them. KUWAIT: The Ministry of Interior’s (MoI) Director General of the Department Brigadier Adel Al-Hashash said Jaber Stadium is con- Separately, and following his meeting with the World Residency Affairs Department Major General Talal Maarafi said sidered a ‘source of pride’ and an achievement that can be added Bank, the manpower authority’s acting director Ahmed Al- the department is exerting all efforts to develop the systems in to the achievements of the wise leadership. He said the opening Moussa hailed the role it played in conducting local market order to achieve comfort for citizens and expatriates and ease of the stadium will be under the patronage of HH the Amir Sheikh studies. Moussa added that a proposal was made to the procedures and transaction processes. Maarafi said the depart- Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah on Friday Dec 18, 2015, and bank to support preparing a database about the labor mar- ment will start from Jan 1, 2016 the application of article 12 of there are several departments supervising the organization of the ket in Kuwait. On her part, the World Bank’s communication the foreigners’ residency law 17/1959 and article 15A of the opening ceremony. Hashash said security men are ready in vari- official Zeina Afif stressed the need to set a strategy to boost implementation rules of law 640/1987 which states that the “res- ous sectors to deal with all events and activities, emphasizing idency period should not exceed the validity of the passport of maintaining security and order, besides providing security servic- public awareness on the nature of Kuwait’s labor market. the foreigner.” Maarafi appealed to expats to check the validity of es and organize traffic. He said security authorities have enough their passports and renew them before they expire, then go to experience to perform any duty they may be asked to carry out, Farmlands’ withdrawal the concerned residency department to update the date of their adding that such celebrations are followed keenly by Deputy PAAAFR Director Faisal Al-Hasawi announced that the passports. He also appealed to citizens to check passports of Premier and Interior Minister Sheikh Mohammad Al-Khalid Al- farms committee has finished preparing the final warnings those under their sponsorship so that they do not violate the Sabah and Undersecretary Maj Gen Suleiman Al-Fahd. pending withdrawing 126 unused land tenancies in Abdaly, above mentioned law. He said that the interior ministry asked in addition to land used by 56 sheep and animal fodder the foreign ministry to inform all embassies in Kuwait about the Traffic campaign companies over violation of lease contract conditions. procedure and start renewing passports of their citizens if the The traffic department carried out a campaign against trucks validity of the passports is less than 12 months, so that they do and concrete mixers on Sixth Ring Road, resulting in issuing 13 Sit-in postponed Major General Talal Maarafi Brigadier Adel Al-Hashash not incur fines. citations. Informed sources said that marine operation guides at the Kuwait Ports Authority decided to postpone a sit-in they had planned until Sunday instead of today. Notably, the guides had planned to stage a sit-in outside the authority director’s office to demand resuming payment of rent, achievement and heavy machinery handling allowances. The sources added that a number of the captains met the director who asked them to defer their sit-in until after the board’s meeting on Sunday, promising to meet their demands.

Landline bills The Ministry of Communications recently urged all sub- scribers to willingly pay their landline bills before the com- mencement of the monthly automated service disconnec- tion for December, as usual by sending a warning message on Dec 6 followed by a second one on Dec 13 before discon- KUWAIT: National Assembly Speaker Marzouq Al-Ghanem and MPs meet Kuwait Airways’ staff yesterday. — KUNA necting the service on Dec 20. The ministry also noted that the maximum bill value at which the automated disconnec- Lawmakers endorse draft for new Juvenile Law tion starts is KD 50 for residential landlines and KD 100 for commercial ones, while subscribers who had already made KUWAIT: The National Assembly approved yesterday the draft business, or on a farm. regarding the construction of a military base, and an agreement an agreement to reschedule their overdue bills and pay for a new Juvenile Law and turned it over to the government No juvenile offender will be sentenced to death or life on Kuwait’s joining the Arab civil aviation authority. them in installments would have their lines disconnected for its perusal and approbation. The new draft law supplants a imprisonment, advises the new law, and in the case the offense Other agreements approved by the National Assembly immediately over any delay in paying those installments. In 1983 law where the age of a juvenile offender was set at below is a crime punishable by death, the offender, whose age is involved one between Kuwait and Egypt on avoiding double tax- addition, the ministry said that those who do not pay their 18. The new law sets it at below 16. between 15 and 16, will get a maximum sentence of 15 years in ation, and one between Kuwait and the United States on the annual subscription fees for six months or more would lose The thrust of the new law is geared toward rehabilitation detention. The new draft law prohibits any publication, print or implementation of the tax rules of FATCA. Another one was the service. The ministry explained that subscribers could not severe punishment and in that spirit it withholds criminal electronic, from publishing details of crimes perpetrated by amending some GCC rules regarding commercial dumping. First pay the bills online. responsibility for any offender below the age of seven. When juveniles and from showing their photos. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Sabah Al- meting out criminal sentences to juvenile delinquents, the new Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah thanked the lawmakers in today’s par- ‘Merbeaniya’ starts law separates out two classifications for these juveniles, one Agreements liamentary session for having endorsed these international agree- Meteorologist Adel Al-Saadoun said that next Monday group is those whose ages fall between seven and 15, and the Meanwhile, the National Assembly approved drafts of a num- ments. would mark the beginning of one of 12 weather seasons other between 15 and 16. ber of laws regarding international agreements signed by Kuwait known in Kuwait, noting that this one is known as the Furthermore, the new law stipulates the necessity for a juve- and several countries and international organizations. Among KAC staff Merbeaniya (Forty Days), starting on Dec 7 and ending on nile court, a police force for juvenile delinquency, centers for these agreements, a protocol on crimes committed on board air- Separately, National Assembly Speaker Marzouq Al-Ghanem Jan 14, a period during which temperatures drop to an aver- detention of delinquents rather than prisons, and centers for planes, a memorandum of understanding (MoU) between Kuwait met in his office the worker’s syndicate of Kuwait Airways and its age of 0-8 degrees Celsius accompanied by fast northwester- their rehabilitation. These rehabilitation centers should be able and UNDP, an accord on marine commerce between Kuwait and subsidiaries. The meeting was attended by a number of members ly Siberian winds. to equip the offender to take up a meaningful job in a factory, a Turkey. Also, a military agreement between Kuwait and Canada of parliament. — KUNA THURSDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2015 From the Arabic press

Crime Al-Qabas Report The light police Farwaniya and specialties shoplifter arrested ByA Ahmad Al-Sarraf KUWAIT: Farwaniya detectives, in cooperation and coordi- nation with The Avenues mall administration, put an end to the activity of a female citizen who frequented the mall he joke goes that a contractor hired three work- during the past few months and stole lightweight expen- ers to erect several lampposts on a desert road. sive items from several shops. A security source said the TThe contractor asked the first worker to dig, citizen confessed that she took advantage of being veiled, because he was fast in doing that, and asked the sec- which made it difficult to identify her, and the fact that ond to place the huge pole in the hole using his women are not searched by guards even if the alarms go strength, and asked the third to fill the hole around the off. The source said that several complaints received by pole and press it. Farwaniya detectives were similar - the theft of items from The contractor, after supervising them for few days, several stores, and when the complaints reached 40, detec- each in his own specialty, and making sure that each tives reviewed the cameras in the stores, which revealed one of them knew what to do, he left them on their that a woman entered stores and stole expensive items by own for few days because of the heat to run some placing them within her clothes. The woman was followed errands. When he returned about a week later, he

Global Al-Anbaa to her car and was identified through the license plate found out that things were going better than expected number and arrested. at the start of the project, but as he came closer to the warming workers, he found one of them digging very fast, while another filling it even faster, and they kept doing so Ex-con arrested for theft without noticing him. The contractor screamed, asking them to stop, and asked them what were they doing, Farwaniya detectives arrested a bedoon, who was so one of them answered that their third colleague did released three months ago, after he committed 14 rob- not come for two days, and they continued according beries by posing as a detective. He also stole two 4WD to his clear instructions regardless of any development! vehicles. A security source said information was I remembered that story when I noticed, five times, received about a person who was released recently over the past two months, the workings of Kuwait after serving a five-year jail sentence, who was Al-Anbaa involved in robberies by posing as a detective. Investigations resulted in arresting the suspect in a car reported stolen in Sabah Al-Nasser, and he also con- Oudeh’s sisters fessed to stealing another vehicle in Andalus, adding This reminded me of the that he committed 14 robberies using both cars. By Dr Saleh Al-Ojairi digging and dumping Drug dealers caught n 1938, Kuwaiti girls started going to regular husband, putting a chair with an ashtray on it near workers who continued to Drugs Control General Department men arrested a Filipino schools. At that time, we did not have female that corner,” the teacher said. All girls giggled shyly perform their jobs honest- and his Filipina girlfriend in Salmiya, where they found one Iteachers to teach them except for teacher on hearing this and reported what they had been kilogram of shabu ready for sale. Both said the drugs Mariam Al-Saleh, who was still young at that time. taught to their families, which angered them all and ly, despite the lack of bene- belonged to them and was for sale, especially since the For that reason, the ‘knowledge ministry’ (now the they flocked to take their daughters out of that price of shabu has gone up lately. Both were sent to the ministry of education) brought three Palestinian school because it opened up traditionally illicit fit from what they were drugs prosecution. female teachers to teach girls. Those teachers were things to them. escorted by their brother, Oudeh Essa Oudeh, and However, thanks to the late sheikh Yousef Bin doing due to the absence of that was why they were known as ‘Oudeh sisters’ Essa Al-Qenaee, the first principal of Al-Mubarakiya Embezzlement thenceforth. We, the men, never knew them or their school in 1911, the girls’ families were talked out of the pole placement man. first names. having their daughters quit schooling, and every- A money exchange company accused a Filipina who During a home economics class, one of the three thing went back to normal and girls schooling con- works as a manager of embezzling KD 3,000. A security teachers taught the girls how to make beds using tinues up till today, when our daughters have man- source said the company manager said the Filipina clean sheets and pillowcases that must be washed aged to get the highest degrees and became teach- International Airport security. In the past 10 years, they was busted following the company’s annual inventory. and kept clean all the time. “If the bed is king size ers, clerks, members of administrative staff, busi- allowed entry to check-in counters only from a certain She confessed to taking the money, and intended to for a husband and wife, the wife should sleep to the nesswomen, ministers and lawmakers. security gate through which people passed through return it before the inventory but could not. She was side closer to the door, leaving the other side for the —Translated by Kuwait Times with their luggage through metal detectors, while pas- sent to concerned authorities. —Al-Rai sengers left the hall through another gate located on the other side where it had only direction, which is an exit. But the airport administration or security systems changed the check-in procedures, and shut the metal VIVA sponsors CAN’s marathon detectors before weighing the luggage, which may have been moved somewhere else, and allowed all people to enter the halls with their luggage without To foster the awareness about Cancer inspection. Yet the exit gate remained in place with its metal rods that allows exit and bans entry, and a securi- KUWAIT: VIVA, Kuwait’s fastest-growing and Senior Manager Public Relations at VIVA com- organized several activities, which reflected pos- ty guard that belongs to a private company guards it. most developed telecom operator, announced mented: “This event that combines between itive impact about the danger of the cancer dis- When I tried to enter from it and return to the hall, the its sponsorship of the Marathon organized by health and sport meets our CSR plans, as VIVA ease and its prevention methods. guard prevented me from doing so, so I told him that I Cancer Aware Nation, to foster the awareness always keen to support different activities that VIVA’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) can enter the hall from any other gate. He replied in his about the cancer disease. Marathon will be held aim to serve the society and spread the aware- activities can be reviewed on the company’s Bangladeshi accent, “I know this,” and “this is not his on Saturday 25 December 2015, and will start ness among its members.” website at https://www.viva.com.kw/csr. business,” adding he was asked to keep people from from the Scientific Center and finishes at the Since its inception in 2006 under the patron- This offers a description of each CSR initiative entering from this side. Green Island. age of His Highness Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al- that VIVA has supported, or taken on since its This reminded me of the digging and dumping On this occasion, Ayman Salem Al-Mutairi, Jaber Al-Sabah, Emir of the State of Kuwait, CAN inception. workers who continued to perform their jobs honestly, Ayman Al-Mutairi despite the lack of benefit from what they were doing due to the absence of the pole placement man. Oh, you nation! KD 70 million Al-Ashrafiya Co. silver —Translated by Kuwait Times collected in sponsor of Horeca 2016 traffic tickets Al-Anbaa KUWAIT: In collaboration with the subsidiary of Hamad Mohammed Furthermore, Wazzan said that KUWAIT: An official security source said the total amount Hospitality Services Company, Al-Wazzan Group, announced its Al-Ashrafiya had branches in most ‘Like’ me collected in traffic fines for 2015 is around KD 52 million so Leaders Group Company for intention to participate in sponsor- GCC states and is the main importer far, adding that the traffic sector expects the total to reach Consulting and Development ing the HORECA Kuwait 2016 exhi- of seafood, frozen meat and chick- an unprecedented amount of around KD 70 million, espe- announced that more and more bition as a silver sponsor, after the en, cheese and other food stuff from cially after lifting the block on grave violations for 2014 and hospitality, catering and hotel success it achieved in previous par- international reputed brands. By Saad Al-Motesh some for 2015. Meanwhile, traffic officers will form a spe- equipment companies have so far ticipations. Moreover, Wazzan stressed that Al- cial team that will carry out campaigns in some areas announced their intention to take Al-Ashrafiya’s General Manager Ashrafiya supplies famous hotels, against vehicles that obstruct traffic by parking in no-park- part in Horeca Kuwait 2016 exhibi- Nouf Hamad Al-Wazzan stressed restaurants, coops and supermar- strange phenomenon has recently started ing zones. —Al-Anbaa tion. The event takes place under that Horeca had proved the signifi- kets with their needs of these exclu- prevailing over social media networks about auspices of Minister of Information cance of specialized exhibitions in sive products and that it had had a Ataking snapshots of people showing their and Minister of State for Youth promoting trade exchanges among full record of observing the highest gratitude to their parents - people who ask others Ministries warned Affairs Sheikh Salman Al-Humoud companies. She also hailed the ideal storage, transport and distribution to take a photo of them while kissing their parents’ Al-Sabah at Badriya Ballroom, environment the exhibition pro- quality specifications. Finally, feet. I can even go as far as claim that everybody of administrative Jumeirah Messilah Beach Hotel and vides in the line of hotel, hospitality Wazzan underlined that Al-Ashrafiya has seen those photos of showing gratitude to a Spa in the period of January 18-19, industry and catering equipment was so keen on taking part in spe- parent or even giving charity to some poor people. I violations 2016. services and stressed that it has cialized hotel services and food stuff wonder what they are after by posting such photos for the public. KUWAIT: The government performance apparatus In this regard, Al-Ashrafiya been attracting both local and inter- exhibitions in Kuwait or in other International Foodstuff Company, a national companies. Middle East countries. Showing respect and gratitude to parents was issued stern warnings to seven government bodies ordered by Almighty Allah and those who do it will over the multitude of the administrative violations be rewarded for it. Some people may even be doing they have committed. Informed sources said that the much more than what those publishing photos bodies include ministries of health, education, electric- KAMCO hosts fitness session ity and water, information, communications, munici- about it are. Some others’ gratitude is even unri- pality as well as the public authority for Quran printing valled by many people, yet they never bring it to and publication. —Al-Qabas as part of Movember campaign public or tell the people about it because they are only after reward from Allah alone. KUWAIT: KAMCO prostate cancer, Banovic detection of various cancers, the turnout and level of Those posting such photos are only after having MP rejects Investment Company, a demonstrated different specifically prostate cancer. interaction expressed by leading investment compa- exercises and techniques Educational activities involv- KAMCO employees and the ny with one of the largest that lead to a healthier ing KAMCO employees were trainer during this educa- arming budget AUMs in the region, and lifestyle if performed on a organized to help spread tional session. This is yet Those posting such pho- winner of the prestigious daily basis. awareness of the diseases another step in our corpo- KUWAIT: MP Rakan Al-Nisf rejected a government request Kuwait Asset Manager of the rate social responsibility ini- tos are only after having to approve a supplementary budget of KD 6.2 billion to be Year Award 2015, hosted a tiative to organize events people ‘like’ their posts withdrawn from the state’s general reserve for buying fitness session for its focusing on health, educa- arms. Nisf asked the government to review the weapons employees in collaboration tion and the environment, budget, adding that the amount is very large. He said with M31 Gym. As part of positively influencing our under the current oil prices and the expected deficit, it is KAMCO’s Movember cam- society.” people ‘like’ their posts or photos and win people’s not possible to accept it under any circumstances. —Al-Rai paign to support and spread The fitness session approval of such deeds, so that they can eventually awareness of various can- included a short circuit in be deemed ‘wonderful’ and ‘great’ humans. I can bet cers, the fitness session which KAMCO attendees that the reverence they show is nothing but cheap ‘No action helped in promoting a got a chance to participate fake endeavors to win the approval of their peers healthier lifestyle through and perform some of the under the title of ‘like me’ (press ‘Like’). taken’ against different exercises and prop- exercises and techniques Those scavenging their personal photos remind er techniques. demonstrated in the ses- me of a saying that goes: “Most of those talking KAMCO employees sion. Banovic assisted each about honor are people who never found enough attended the session that In addition to the fitness while indirectly guiding attendee in improving their students in US time to actually practice it!” The attitudes taken by took place at the Al- session, the marketing individuals towards a posture and technique KUWAIT: Education Minister Dr Bader Al-Essa said Shaheed Tower gym, and department at KAMCO healthier lifestyle. while providing insights on most of those talking about corruption have proved chants and slogans by some students in the United was carried out by the M31 launched an awareness Danah Al Jasem, Head of how to work out more effec- that they themselves are the most corrupt. So, States were made outside the students’ union confer- fitness instructor Bozo campaign during the month the Marketing Department tively. He also emphasized beware of them as they are identical to those living ence hall, and were during the students’ elections, and Banovic. Banovic holds a of November under the title, at KAMCO said, “We would that while exercising will not with photos showing respect to parents! the aim was to embarrass the competing list. Essa said master’s degree in physical “‘Movember: Join KAMCO’s like to thank Banovic and prevent a person from get- May your mothers and fathers live long, away “we will not take any action against them, and what was education and sports from Move”. The campaign M31 Gym for their contribu- ting various cancers, it will from cameras, and down with those claiming to be said and I heard myself was about revoking nationali- the University of Novi Sad, included a number of health tion and support towards however help in reducing fighting corruption while they are up to ears in it! ties”, adding that he did not attend the elections, but Serbia. Tackling some of the tips, information and health our Movember campaign. the risks of developing such —Translated by Kuwait Times only the opening and closing days only. —Al-Rai issues that might lead to advice related to early We were very pleased with diseases. THURSDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2015

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PESHAWAR: The parents and siblings of slain Pakistani school student Asfand Khan, who was killed during an attack by Taleban militants at an army public school, pray alongside his photograph at their residence yesterday. — AFP Pak hangs school massacre convicts Relatives of victims hail executions

PESHAWAR: Pakistan yesterday whose 15-year-old son Rafique Raza no forgiveness in our hearts after hanged four men linked to the Bangash was killed. A Kohat police what they did to our children.” Taleban’s massacre of more than 130 official named the militants as Maulvi schoolchildren, with parents of vic- Abdus Salam, Hazrat Ali, Mujeebur ‘Other Sons will be safer’ tims saying they deserved “no forgive- Rehman and Sabeel, alias Yahya. The Some 20 fathers gathered for an ness” as the attack anniversary army on Monday issued a so-called emotional meeting in Peshawar yes- approached. The executions, which black warrant confirming their execu- terday, with several in tears and many officials said were carried out yester- tions were imminent. Their role in the angrily echoing the call for the gun- day morning at a prison in the north- massacre has not been made public. men to have been hanged in public. western city of Kohat, were the first in The gunmen were all reported killed Parents of the Peshawar victims meet connection with the Dec 16 attack on by security forces. regularly, and yesterday’s gathering an army-run school in the northwest- The attack was Pakistan’s deadliest, had been scheduled before news of ern city of Peshawar. The army has put and shocked and outraged a country the hangings broke. The fathers were the final toll at 151 killed, 134 of them already scarred by nearly a decade of seeking to present demands to the children. Survivors of the assault said extremism. “The rest should be caught government that their children be they were happy to hear of the execu- too, no one should be spared,” sur- awarded Pakistan’s highest civilian tions. But fathers of the victims who vivor Waheed Anjum, 18 said. Anjum, honor, the Nishan-e-Pakistan. gathered in Peshawar yesterday said who was 17 at the time of the attack, Other parents told AFP the execu- the hangings should have been car- was struck by three bullets, one in tions would deter future attacks. “The ried out in public squares. each arm and one in his chest. “They parents of the schoolchildren have “All the nation wanted to see these shouldn’t have been hanged from long been demanding that the terror- animals hanged publicly so others prisons, they should have been ists be severely punished, and today would not dare follow their example,” hanged from squares,” his father we are satisfied our demands have said Abid Raza Bangash, an engineer Momin Khan Khattak added. “There is been met,” said Ajoon Khan, who lost his only son. “The hangings won’t bring back my son, but now other US House to weigh people’s sons will be kept safer,” said Tufail Ahmed Khan, who lost one son while another was wounded. visa waiver changes, The attack prompted a nationwide crackdown on extremism, with the ‘smart’ passports establishment of military courts and the resumption of capital punishment WASHINGTON: The US House of House Speaker Paul Ryan, in a after a six-year moratorium. In August, Representatives will take up a bill statement, said lawmakers will con- after a military trial that took place this week to tighten US border con- sider several changes, including behind closed doors, the army trol after last month’s Paris attacks requiring participating countries “to announced that six militants linked to by toughening entry requirements issue smart e-passports with bio- the Peshawar assault would be exe- for those traveling from “visa waiv- metric chips” and screening travel- cuted, while a seventh was given a life er” nations, a Republican leader said ers with databases of lost and sentence. The four executed yesterday yesterday. “Now we’re looking at the stolen passports and criminals. “In were the first to be hanged after those visa waiver program - those gaps the coming days, the House will convictions. The International and vulnerabilities in that,” House continue to evaluate these propos- Commission of Jurists has con- Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy als and determine appropriate next demned the military courts as “secret, said on CNN. “You’re going to see a steps to ensure we know exactly opaque” and in violation of fair trial bill roll out later this week and pass who is entering our country,” the obligations. next week as well.” chamber’s top leader said. Rights groups have also criticized McCarthy then told Fox Business The visa efforts come after the the resumption of executions, accus- Network the bill would be unveiled Nov 13 attacks in Paris that led ing Pakistan of hanging an estimated on Thursday and would “move Western countries to re-evaluate 300 people in less than a year - the through in a very strong bipartisan their security. The Islamic State mili- majority of whom had not been con- vote next week”. The Obama admin- tant group has claimed responsibili- victed of extremism. No official figures istration this week announced ty for the attacks, which killed 130 are available. Last month Prime changes to the program, which people. Minister Nawaz Sharif directed the allows travelers from 38 countries, Authorities are still searching for president to reject the convicts’ including much of Western Europe, some of those involved. The White appeals against their sentences, say- to enter the United States without House changes announced Monday ing they deserved “no mercy”. An offi- obtaining a visa from a US con- require US authorities to collect cial at the prison said the men had a sulate or embassy. Each year about more information about travelers’ final meeting with their families on 20 million visitors to the United visits to countries such as Syria and Tuesday night. The bodies have been States use the program, which Iraq, where Islamic State has estab- handed over to relatives, security offi- allows them to stay 90 days. lished a stronghold. —Reuters cials said. — AFP THURSDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2015 INTERNATIONAL HRW calls to probe Bush, others over CIA torture

WASHINGTON: US President Barack Obama impossible. “US officials who created, author- and did not produce useful intelligence. “It’s must investigate his predecessor George W ized and implemented the CIA program been a year since the Senate torture report, Bush and allies over the CIA’s torture of terror should be among those investigated for con- and still the Obama administration has not suspects, or stand complicit in a government spiracy to torture as well as other crimes,” the opened new criminal investigations into CIA “cover-up”, Human Rights Watch said Tuesday. report summary states. torture,” Roth said. In a scathing report, the international rights Human Rights Watch said that although group decried the lack of prosecutions of ‘Begged to be Killed’ much of the abuse took place a decade or those involved in the Central Intelligence In addition to members of the Bush more ago, it would still be open to prosecu- Agency’s secret program to torture detainees administration, the report says James Mitchell tion. “The statute of limitations for the crime of in the wake of the Sept 11, 2001 attacks. and Bruce Jessen - who devised the torture conspiracy may be extended if those responsi- “While the program officially ended in 2009, program under a CIA contract - should also be ble conceal a central component of the plot, the cover-up of these crimes appears to be investigated. The American Civil Liberties which was the case with the CIA program,” the ongoing,” said the report, which argues there Union in October sued the two psychologists group said in a statement. is enough evidence for the attorney general to on behalf of a group of former prisoners from Under the UN Convention against Torture, order criminal probes. the early days of America’s “war on terror”. The ratified by the United States in 1988, govern- HRW cited Bush along with top officials CIA’s use of torture was detailed in an explo- ments are meant to investigate allegations of including then CIA director George Tenet, for- sive Senate report released a year ago that torture. “The failure to investigate and prose- mer vice president Dick Cheney, former describes the agency’s interrogation of Al- cute CIA torture increases the danger that national security advisor Condoleezza Rice Qaeda suspects, including beatings, “rectal some future president will authorize similar and former attorney general John Ashcroft. rehydration” and sleep deprivation. illegal interrogation methods in response to Kenneth Roth, HRW’s executive director, blast- “Many detainees were held by the CIA in an inevitable serious security threat,” the ed Obama for his administration’s failure to pitch-dark windowless cells, chained to walls, group said. Roth said the United States cannot act, as the report was presented in WASHINGTON: In this December 20, 2006 file photo, US President George W Bush naked or diapered, for weeks or months at a tell other countries to follow “the rule of law if Washington. “Without criminal investigations, speaks in the Eisenhower Executive Office Building. — AFP time,” recalled the HRW report. “The CIA forced they won’t apply that same rule at home”. which would remove torture as a policy them into painful stress positions that made it Republican presidential hopeful Donald option, Obama’s legacy will forever be poi- up in secret prisons. “Suspects basically disap- The 153-page report outlines evidence to impossible for them to lie down or sleep for Trump recently called for the return of water- soned,” he said. peared and were subject to horrible brutality,” support the main criminal charges that could days, to the point where many hallucinated or boarding, a simulated drowning interrogation In the years following 9/11, the CIA “ren- Roth said. “Yet the Obama administration still be brought against those behind what so- begged to be killed to end their misery,” it said. technique widely denounced as torture, say- dered” suspects to several countries where has refused to act, to prosecute the senior offi- called “enhanced interrogation” techniques, The level of mistreatment was more brutal ing it was “peanuts” compared to what the torture was tolerated and kept them locked cials who ordered or authorized the torture.” and challenges claims that prosecutions are than had been previously acknowledged - Islamic State group is doing. — AFP Qaeda fighters in ‘show of force’ in south Yemen Islamist militants stage surprise attacks

ADEN: Al-Qaeda fighters drove pro-government AQAP had full control of “the emirate of Jaar” offices in the Abyan provincial capital Zinjibar, forces out of a town in southern Yemen yesterday and that residents were now safe and life could located 12 km south of Jaar. in a new show of strength by the jihadists, who go on normally, locals said by telephone. But By pushing pro-Hadi forces out of Jaar, Al- have exploited the country’s turmoil to expand hours later, no Al-Qaeda militants could be seen Qaeda has secured its position in Zinjibar, their territory. Yemen, home to what the United in the town, witnesses said, while eight according to Yemeni sources. This could allow States considers Al-Qaeda’s most dangerous affil- armoured vehicles deployed by the fighters left. them to strengthen their presence in Aden, iate, has been convulsed by unrest since Iran- The jihadists withdrew after carrying out an while bringing in reinforcements from Mukalla backed Shiite Houthi rebels seized the capital operation that killed a Popular Resistance com- further east along the coast. The analyst Sanaa in September last year. Al-Qaeda in the mander, Ali Al-Sayed, and 10 of his fighters, a described the move as a “show of force” by Al- Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) has tightened its con- government official in Jaar told AFP. Qaeda, warning that “unless there is a decisive CHICAGO: Demonstrators pose for a picture in front of the City of Chicago Public trol over parts of southeast Yemen, including Four Al-Qaeda militants were also killed, the response by the coalition and pro-government Safety Headquarters during a protest over the killing of Laquan McDonald on Mukalla, the capital of the vast province of official said. Yemen has been engulfed by grow- forces, the militants will carry out more signifi- Tuesday. — AFP Hadramawt, imposing a strict form of Islamic ing turmoil with pro-government forces sup- cant operations”. Sharia law. ported by a Saudi-led coalition battling the The United States has waged a long-standing Chicago police chief sacked Yesterday, the jihadists briefly took control of Huthi rebels and their allies for months. drone war against AQAP militants, killing several Jaar, a town in the southern province of Abyan to Underscoring the insecurity, two Red Cross of its leaders. In contrast, the Saudi-led coalition CHICAGO: Chicago’s police chief was ousted on his own handling of the case. the west, in fighting that killed 15 people. A mili- workers were kidnapped in the capital on has not targeted Al-Qaeda and has focused its Tuesday after days of protest over a white offi- Soon after Emanuel’s re-election, the city tary source described Jaar as a key link between Tuesday by unidentified assailants. One was later war on the rebels instead. “The coalition should cer’s shooting of a black teenager 16 times and agreed to a $5 million settlement with the 17- Mukalla and the main southern city of Aden, the released but the other, a Tunisian female staffer, not turn a blind eye to other dangers,” the ana- the department’s refusal to release a video of the year-old’s family. The video shows Van Dyke base of President Abedrabbo Mansour Hadi who was being held hostage, the International lyst said, accusing former president Ali Abdullah killing for more than a year. Mayor Rahm shooting McDonald in the middle of a street on returned from exile in Saudi Arabia last month. Committee for the Red Cross said. Saleh, a Houthi ally who was forced to resign in Emanuel announced during a news conference Oct. 20, 2014, as McDonald was walking away Jaar is a stronghold of the pro-government “The situation in Yemen is extremely fragile 2012, of using jihadists as a “tool” against loyal- that he had asked Garry McCarthy, police super- from police who had confronted him. Protests “Popular Resistance” which includes Sunni for an organization like the ICRC and the nation- ists. During an Arab Spring-inspired uprising intendent since May 2011, to resign. Emanuel followed the charging of Van Dyke and the Islamists, tribesmen, loyalist soldiers and south- al Red Crescent”, ICRC Director-General Yves against Saleh’s rule in 2011, also said he was creating a new police accounta- release of the video on Nov 24. Van Dyke, 37, was ern separatists who have been fighting the Huthi Daccord told AFP in Geneva. Rebel website AQAP seized Zinjibar and other parts of bility task force. The white officer, Jason Van Dyke, released from jail on Monday after posting bond rebels. sabanews.net quoted a source in the Houthi- Abyan. Its fighters were defeated by local army- was charged a week ago with first-degree mur- on a $1.5 million bail. The Al-Qaeda jihadists blew up the main controlled Supreme Security Council as saying backed militias a year later. Saudi Arabia faces der in the killing of Laquan McDonald. The video, A civil rights leader, the Reverend Jesse Popular Resistance headquarters in the town and that security services in Sanaa have “intensified growing casualties from the current unrest with from a patrol car’s dashboard camera, was Jackson, urged an independent investigation led hunted down pro-government fighters, most of efforts... to find the kidnappers and detain them”. eight civilians, including two children, wounded released on the same day. by a special prosecutor. More protests were whom fled, witnesses said. A military analyst in Pro-government forces have retaken five in cross-border shelling from Yemen on Tuesday High-profile killings of black men at the hands expected in the city on Tuesday night, according Aden, who asked to remain anonymous for fear southern provinces, including Abyan and Aden, evening, the civil defence agency said. More of mainly white law enforcement officials in US to organizers. Jim Pasco, executive director of the of retaliation, described the assault as an attempt from the insurgents since July. Islamist militants, than 80 people have been killed in shelling and cities have fueled demonstrations for some two Fraternal Order of Police, said: “Blame Rahm to “send a threat” to Hadi’s government. including AQAP and the Islamic State group, cross-border skirmishes in the Saudi border zone years, stoking a national debate on race relations Emanuel. He hired McCarthy, he set his parame- have taken advantage of the turmoil and appear since coalition operations began in March. The and police tactics. Emanuel, a Democrat and for- ters, and he fired him.” Cornell William Brooks, ‘Emirate of Jaar’ to have gained ground in and around Aden, United Nations says more than 5,700 people mer chief of staff to President Barack Obama, said president of the National Association for the A militant leader announced over loudspeak- where jihadists are now visibly present. Since have been killed in Yemen since then, nearly half he was responsible for what happened in the Advancement of Colored People, accused the er from the attacked town’s Grand Mosque that October AQAP has also occupied government of them civilians. — AFP case, the same as the police superintendent. He city of “generational police misconduct and said the creation of the task force was meant to police brutality.” rebuild trust in the police department of one of the country’s largest cities. Five-Member Panel The mayor said McCarthy had become “a dis- Emanuel said the new five-member task force traction.” In an editorial on Tuesday, the Chicago will be advised by former Massachusetts Sun-Times had called for McCarthy’s resignation. Governor and Chicago native Deval Patrick. A for- The Chicago City Council black caucus and some mer government civil rights lawyer, Patrick said protesters had also called for him to leave. The he hoped to help restore the community’s confi- Conference of National Black Churches applaud- dence in the police and rebuild the system of ed his dismissal. But Dean Angelo, president of accountability. The panel, due to make its recom- Chicago’s Fraternal Order of Police, said: “We’re mendations by March 31, aims to boost inde- surprised that at this time, with everything that pendent oversight of police misconduct, ensure was going on, that a change at the top would officers with repeated complaints are evaluated occur. We thought the mayor was supportive of and forge a process for releasing videos of police the superintendent.” incidents, Emanuel said. Federal authorities have had an open criminal Street Violence an Issue for Mayor investigation into the shooting since April, and Policing and street violence have emerged as the US Department of Justice might still investi- leading issues for Emanuel since his election in gate the police force, as it did in Ferguson, April to a second term after being forced into a Missouri, and Baltimore following deaths involv- runoff. The mayor, McCarthy and Cook County ing officers and unarmed black men. On Tuesday State’s Attorney Anita Alvarez have faced criticism afternoon, Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan for taking 13 months to release the video of the called on the DOJ’s civil rights division to investi- 2014 shooting and to charge Van Dyke. By nam- gate Chicago police practices, including use of ing a commission and removing McCarthy, deadly force and the adequacy of its investiga- Emanuel could be hoping to deflect criticism of tion of misconduct allegations. — Reuters PM: Iraq does not need foreign ground forces

BAGHDAD: Prime Minister Haider Al-Abadi duct raids across the border in northern Syria. said Iraq does not need foreign ground “These special operators will over time be troops to defeat the Islamic State group, after able to conduct raids, free hostages, gather Washington announced it would deploy spe- intelligence, and capture (IS) leaders,” Carter A Palestinian is checked by Israeli soldiers from the elite infantry unit at a bus station at the Gush Etzion junction on the main road cial forces to fight the jihadists. Abadi did not said. between Jerusalem and Hebron yesterday. — AFP directly reject the deployment, but did insist US President Barack Obama had repeat- that any operations must be coordinated edly pledged that there would be no “boots with the Iraqi government. “There is no need on the ground” to fight against IS, but US spe- for foreign ground combat forces in Iraqi ter- cial forces have already conducted raids Israel demolishes ritory,” Abadi said in a statement released late against the jihadists in Syria and Iraq, and Tuesday in which he praised the performance more are set to follow the new deployment. of Iraqi special forces. “The Iraqi government The US-led coalition has been carrying out air stresses that any military operation or pres- strikes against IS in Iraq since Aug 2014, and ence of any foreign force, special or not, in has also provided arms and training to forces Palestinian home any place in Iraq cannot be done without its in the country, but deploying forces with a approval and coordination with it,” the state- specific combat mission ups its involvement JERUSALEM: Israel yesterday demolished the Such demolitions, heavily criticized by The 38-year-old drove his van into a group ment said. in the conflict. home of a Palestinian who carried out a deadly rights groups, have regularly resulted in clash- of police officers before ramming into pedes- Colonel Steve Warren, the spokesman for Abadi’s remarks about the deployment of car-ramming attack last year, sparking clashes es between Israeli security forces and trians at a tram stop along a road separating the international anti-IS coalition, said that ground combat forces came a day after he in the east Jerusalem neighborhood where the Palestinians. Israel has stepped up demolitions east and west Jerusalem. He then jumped out “the Iraqi government was informed” about said that Iraq has enough forces to defeat IS, operation occurred. The Palestinian Red as it seeks to halt a wave of knife, gun and car- of his vehicle and attacked bystanders with an the planned deployment. Defence Secretary an apparent response to a proposal by US Crescent reported a number of injuries without ramming attacks that began in October. The iron bar before being shot dead by police. Ashton Carter said Tuesday that the US was senators to triple the number of American providing details. Hundreds of Israeli soldiers home was the residence of Ibrahim al-Akari, Israel says such demolitions act as a deterrent deploying a “specialized expeditionary target- forces in the country. Abadi faces major politi- and police had deployed in the Shuafat who carried out a car-ramming attack on Nov to potential attackers, while rights groups and ing force” to Iraq to work alongside local cal pressure to not be seen as too close to refugee camp in east Jerusalem ahead of the 5, 2014, killing two people, including a border Palestinians say it amounts to collective pun- forces against IS, which overran large parts of Washington, especially from Iranian-backed demolition and police later distributed an aeri- police officer, police spokeswoman Luba Samri ishment, forcing family members to suffer for Iraq last year. Though the new troops will be Shiite militias and allied politicians who al photo of smoke rising above the building. said. acts committed by someone else. — AFP based in Iraq, they will have the ability to con- oppose the United States. — AFP

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2015 INTERNATIONAL

Eritrea ‘hemorrhaging’ youth fleeing atrocities

NAIROBI: Eritrea’s claims it has ended ated in “underground cells or in ship- indefinite national service are untrue ping containers.” Those who escape and refugees arriving in Europe should describe crawling under razor wire, not be labeled economic migrants, tiptoeing across minefields or sneak- Amnesty International said in a report ing past armed border guards in their Wednesday, warning of “persistent bid for freedom. In the past, entire atrocities” in the Horn of Africa coun- Eritrean football teams have abscond- try. Refugees from the repressive Red ed while playing in tournaments Sea state make up the third-largest abroad and fighter jet pilots have number of people risking the danger- escaped in their aircraft. “Eritrea is ous journey to Europe after Syrians haemorrhaging its youth. Children are and Afghans, running a gauntlet of walking alone, often without telling ruthless people smugglers to make their parents, to other countries, to the treacherous Mediterranean cross- avoid lives of perpetual forced labor ing. on low pay with no education or work There was no immediate response opportunities,” Kagari said. “That they from Asmara to Amnesty’s report, but choose to undertake such precarious Eritrea has defended the conscriptions and unsafe journeys to supposed safe from which some 5,000 people flee havens reflects the gravity of the each month, saying it has “no other human rights violations they would choice” given the threat from long- face if they stayed at home.” standing enemy Ethiopia. Amnesty dismissed Asmara’s claims it had limit- ‘Defend its independence’ ed compulsory military service to 18 Under Eritrean law, conscription is months, an announcement seized on limited to 18 months, but Asmara says by some in Europe to argue that it has to rely on its people to defend it Eritreans can now safely be sent home. from Ethiopia, from whom it broke “Conscription continues to be indefi- away from in 1991 after a brutal 30- nite for a high proportion of conscripts year independence struggle. The two and sometimes lasts for decades,” countries fought a war between 1998 BRUSSELS: Montenegro’s Foreign Minister Igor Luksic (at table, 2nd right) delivers a speech next to Defense Minister London-based Amnesty said in the and 2000. Troops still eyeball each oth- Milica Pejanovic (3rd right) after Montenegro was welcomed as a NATO new member, during a NATO ministerial meet- report. er along the frontier, with Ethiopian “The situation facing conscripts in soldiers defying an international ruling ing at the organization’s headquarters in Brussels yesterday. — AFP Eritrea is desperate, and exposes the that they should leave Eritrean land. lie behind claims made by certain host Eritrea was “left with no other choice NATO invites Montenegro to countries that most Eritreans arriving but to rely on its population to defend at their borders are economic its independence and sovereignty,” the migrants,” Michelle Kagari, Amnesty’s government said in June. deputy regional director for east Africa The Amnesty report, based on join alliance, defying Russia said. “These people, many of them interviews with 72 Eritreans who fled children, are refugees fleeing a system the country since mid-2014, said NATO Balkan expansion seen by Russia as provocation that amounts to forced labor on a Asmara’s change of policy was just national scale.” The report, titled “Just rhetoric. “There have been no dis- Deserters: Why indefinite national cernible changes... conscription into BRUSSELS: NATO invited tiny Montenegro yesterday to then, he said NATO’s so-called open door policy was “an Georgia’s membership talks. Ministers repeated their service in Eritrea has created a genera- National Service continues to be join the military alliance in its first expansion since irresponsible policy that undermines the determina- long-held position that Tbilisi must continue to prepare tion of refugees,” describes the condi- extended indefinitely and conscripts 2009, defying Russian warnings that enlargement of tion to build a system of equal and shared security in for membership one day, calling for Russia’s military to the US-led bloc further into the Balkans is “irresponsi- Europe.” RIA news agency cited a Russian senator as withdraw from Georgia’s breakaway regions of South tions that drive Eritreans to leave continue to be deployed in a range of ble” action that undermines trust. In a scripted session saying yesterday that Russia will end joint projects with Ossetia and Abkhazia. Russia’s continued presence despite the fact the country is not at civilian as well as military roles,” the at NATO’s headquarters in Brussels, Montenegro’s Montenegro if the ex-Communist country joins the there and agreements signed between Russia and the war. Those interviewed recounted how report read. “The system therefore Foreign Minister Igor Luksic strode into the imposing North Atlantic Treaty Organization. The Adriatic state of two regions “blatantly contradict the principles of inter- the relatives of refugees who fled were continues to amount to forced labor, conference hall to loud applause from his peers as 650,000 people is expected to become a member for- national law,” the statement said. NATO’s founding sometimes arrested, to try force those in violation of international law.” NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg declared: “This is the mally next year. Viktor Ozerov, head of the Russian treaty deems an attack against one ally an attack who left to return and face punish- Sending Eritreans back would see beginning of a very beautiful alliance.” Federation Council’s defense and safety committee, against all, giving any member a guarantee of protec- ment themselves. them locked up in dire conditions at US Secretary of State John Kerry said the decision to said the projects which could be axed included those in tion. But Georgia, which is a partner but not an ally, home, Amnesty added. “Those who try invite Montenegro was not directed at Russia. “NATO is military areas, RIA reported. does not qualify for any such protection. Perpetual forced labor to escape are arbitrarily detained,” the not a threat to anyone ... it is a defensive alliance, it is NATO foreign ministers broke off practical coopera- NATO membership is also dependent on a country During service, families are split, report read. “The same fate would like- simply meant to provide security,” Kerry told a news tion with Russia in April last year after Moscow annexed settling any outstanding territorial disputes - another conscripts are “abysmally paid” and ly befall those forcibly returned from conference. “It is not focused on Russia or anyone else.” Ukraine’s Crimea peninsula and sparked the conflict in big hurdle for Georgia. After Albania and Croatia joined leave is often withheld for years, it overseas upon the rejection of their NATO diplomats said the decision sends a message to eastern Ukraine that has killed more than 8,000 people. NATO in 2009, only Serbia, Russia’s closest ally in the added. Rule breakers can be incarcer- asylum applications.”— AFP Moscow that it does not have a veto on the alliance’s They can still talk to Russia through political and mili- Balkans, is the only Balkan country not actively pursu- eastwards expansion, even if Georgia’s membership bid tary channels, however. Still, NATO allies are divided ing membership of the alliance. Foreign ministers sig- has been complicated by its 2008 war with Russia. over what message to send to Georgia over its long- naled support for Macedonia and Bosnia and Moscow opposes any NATO extension to former com- delayed membership bid, with some European capitals Herzegovina, but neither are expected to join soon. munist areas of eastern and southeastern Europe, part arguing the alliance would be unable to defend the ex- Even though Montenegro has now been invited, it of an east-west struggle for influence over former Soviet state in the event of a conflict with Russia. could take months for it formally to join. But Soviet satellites that is at the centre of the crisis in Stoltenberg said he expected accession talks to go Ukraine. Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said in ‘Blatant’ contradiction quickly, suggesting that the small Balkan state might September that any expansion of NATO was “a mistake, Those difficulties were underlined by a foreign min- become a member at the next summit of NATO leaders even a provocation”. In comments to Russian media isters’ joint statement that provided little momentum in in July in Warsaw. — Reuters Greece under pressure over migrants; EU weighs threat Clashes erupt between refugees, Macedonian police

ATHENS: Greece hit back yesterday at threats from European Council,” the official said, referring to the should do. “They don’t dare to ask us ‘drown them’, but some EU states to suspend it from the Schengen zone next meeting of EU leaders in Brussels in two weeks’ if you do push-back on a plastic boat in the middle of of open border travel because of its failure to control time. the sea with 50 or 70 refugees aboard, you’re asking large numbers of migrants entering Europe. Some Clashes erupted on the Greek-Macedonian border me to drown them,” the minister said. central European officials, most prominently Slovak on Tuesday when Macedonian riot police fired tear gas THE VATICAN: (From left) Italian journalists Gianluigi Nuzzi and Emiliano Fittipaldi, Prime Minister Robert Fico, have suggested excluding to repel up to 1,000 mostly Pakistani migrants trying to ‘Tool’ to push Greece public relations expert Francesca Chaouqui and Monsignor Angelo Lucio Vallejo Greece from Schengen. Diplomats and European force their way across a newly erected border fence, a EU diplomats said suspending Greece from the Balda sit during their trial inside the Vatican. — AP Union officials say some governments have raised the Reuters witness said. One Macedonian officer fired open-border rules - activating Article 26 of the possibility informally but it would be a largely symbol- warning shots in the air. Frustration has risen in recent Schengen treaty so that people arriving at ports and Vatileaks scandal broadens, ic move, with little impact on migration. weeks in the European Commission, the EU executive airports from Greece were treated as coming from out- “It is not said officially, but there is pressure,” Greek charged with ramping up controls on the external bor- side the Schengen zone - could be discussed at a embroils Berlusconi brothers Migration Minister Yannis Mouzalas told reporters, ders, and among EU governments that Greece is fail- meeting of EU interior ministers on Friday. However, denying a Financial Times report on Wednesday that ing to make use of available EU funds and personnel to some also said that Greece appeared to be moving Athens had, among other things, refused an EU offer ensure people arriving in the Schengen area are docu- now to implement EU measures to control migrants ROME: A Vatican leaks scandal that was seizing papers and computers. According of devices designed to share the identity data of mented. and so a common front against Athens was unlikely as already rich in claims of sex, scheming and to media reports, her husband is also incoming migrants around the bloc. “These are very With no land borders with the rest of the 26-nation early as this week. spying has widened to embroil Silvio under investigation, suspected of using common lies for Greece ... This blame game towards Schengen area, Greece has allowed hundreds of thou- “It’s a tool for pushing Greece to accept EU help,” Berlusconi and add allegations of black- his computer hacking skills to assist his our country is unfair,” he said. sands of people, many of them Syrian refugees, to trav- one senior diplomat said. Since migrants and refugees mail and computer hacking to the mix. wife. Prosecutors were alerted to The Financial Times said Luxembourg Foreign el from its islands off the Turkish coast across Greece to have rarely used airlines or international ferries, the Former Prime Minister Berlusconi denied Chaouqui’s allegedly illicit conduct as they Minister Jean Asselborn had conveyed a suspension the northern border with non-EU Macedonia as they main impact of other Schengen states imposing pass- late Tuesday that he had had any contact looked into another scandal to hit the warning on a visit to Athens this week, but Mouzalas head for Germany. Mouzalas said that as long as port checks on arrivals from Greece would be on with Francesca Chaouqui, an ex-PR con- Church, related to the sale of the 14th- and a spokeswoman for Asselborn denied the report. Turkey did not shut down people smugglers operating Greeks and tourists who are vital to the Greek econo- sultant to the Vatican who is one of five century San Girolamo castle in Narni, Several diplomats said it had not been formally dis- on its coastline, Athens could not stop frail boats my. Another senior EU diplomat said: “The Greek posi- people, including two journalists, on trial Umbria. cussed by EU governments. “We are working to main- packed with refugees from landing on Greek islands in tion is moving in the necessary direction.” As a result, a over the leaking of classified Holy See doc- Italian Archbishop Vincenzo Paglia is tain Schengen and make it work properly,” an EU offi- the Aegean Sea. He said he had taken EU ambassadors discussion of suspension from Schengen this week uments. suspected of conspiring with local officials cial said. “The moment of truth will be the December out to sea to watch arrivals and asked what Athens may not be needed. — Reuters Berlusconi issued the denial after it to buy the castle from the town council at emerged that his brother Paolo, a newspa- an artificially low price with the intention per publisher, had been named in an of later selling it at its true value several Italian investigation into Chaouqui and years later. Chaouqui is due to give evi- her husband Corrado Lanino which is sep- dence in the Vatican leaks trial when it arate from but related to the Vatican case. resumes on Monday. The case was Prosecutors suspect that Chaouqui adjourned this week to give her new attempted to pressure Paolo Berlusconi lawyer more time to prepare her defense into sacking the newspaper Il Giornale’s against charges that she, Spanish Vatican correspondent Fabio Marchesi Monsignor Lucio Vallejo Balda and his Ragona by threatening to expose Silvio for assistant conspired to leak secret docu- supposedly holding a secret account at ments to which they had access as mem- the Vatican bank. bers of an economic reform commission Silvio Berlusconi’s lawyer Niccolo appointed by Pope Francis. Ghedini said his client was never informed The documents provide evidence of of such a threat. “Besides, it would have mismanagement in Vatican spending and been impossible to make any ‘demands’ some elements of corruption and were since there is no possible link between used as the basis of books by the two President Berlusconi and Vatican affairs or investigative journalists who are also on the Vatican bank,” he said. Prosecutors sus- trial. The Vatican has been widely criticized pect the alleged attempt to blackmail for pursuing the prosecution of the Paolo Berlusconi into silencing a journalist reporters in a case that has generated whose reports had embarrassed Chaouqui many embarrassing headlines for the Holy reflected a pattern of behavior in which See. The latest came earlier this week she used her status as a Vatican insider to when it emerged that Vallejo Balda had secure favors or to provide contacts with made a statement saying he leaked the access to high-ranking Vatican officials. documents under Chaoquita’s influence and that he had been sorely tempted to Conspiracy break his vow of celibacy as a result of her Italy’s financial police raided sexual advances. She has rubbished his Migrants wait to enter the refugee camp after crossing the Greek-Macedonian border, near Gevgelija yesterday.— AFP Chaouqui’s Rome flat on Tuesday evening, claims. — AFP THURSDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2015 INTERNATIONAL

In India’s dry regions, crowd-funding comes to a lake’s rescue

YAVATMAL: When residents of a city in one India, has become increasingly erratic in talk a by a physician-turned-activist who had Mission Deep Nilona (MDN), a crowd-funded From the lake to the fields of India’s most water-stressed regions band- recent years, and this is partly to blame for spearheaded efforts to revive over a dozen project to de-silt the reservoir at a cost of 3.5 For MDN’s leaders, what they did with that ed together with authorities to de-silt their the silt problem. Although rainfall has been reservoirs across Maharashtra. “It was a wake- million rupees ($52,700). The activists pub- silt is a highlight of their story. “Silt increases local reservoir, they were trying to secure the enough to keep the 700-metre-long lake up call for us,” recalled Gupta, who is a mem- lished a brochure and roped in young people soil fertility. If farmers use the silt from Nilona, future of their drinking water supply. But the more or less full, heavier than average down- ber of Prayas, a network of professionals who to tour the city in an open truck singing patri- they can get a higher (crop) yield. In turn, we activists discovered that the silt that clogs the pours have washed large quantities of soil promote civic action for social causes. “The otic songs and appealing to locals to save don’t have to worry about its disposal,” said Nilona reservoir, 750 km east of Mumbai in into the lake. water supply was already inadequate. How their only source of drinking water. The Gupta, who volunteer’s as MDN’s project direc- Maharashtra state, could also boost harvests In July 2014, authorities in Yavatmal would we survive if it got worse?” response was overwhelming, said Avinash tor. Farmer Gaju Rawat, who owns a 2-acre in this drought-stricken area, where crop fail- halved the supply of water to the city, from The Prayas members were sure of one Saoji, founder of Prayas. MDN raised 2.3 mil- farm in Barwada, one of 10 villages around ures have driven thousands of farmers to sui- 64 million litres to 32 million liters weekly. thing: reclaiming their reservoir would have lion rupees of its 3.4 million rupee budget Nilona, agrees. “They offered us tons of silt for cide. Their innovative model of crowd-fund- Residents now receive piped water for just to be a collective act. “De-silting Nilona from private donations. The government pro- free, provided we transported it ourselves. I ed, citizen-led action has become a model for two or three hours, three times a week. Local would need huge amount of money, time vided the remainder and helped get the nec- brought 30 tractors of silt, which is a very what’s possible to protect water supplies in farmers do not have access to the reservoir and hard work. A few of us couldn’t do it. We essary approvals from agencies. good way to increase moisture to my field. India, backers say. Residents of Yavatmal in for irrigation, and the unreliable rainfall, com- needed a citizen movement,” said Kamal The rest of the effort depended upon Normally I get 15-30 quintals of cotton. But Vidarbha district rely for their water on an bined with prolonged drought, has made Bagdi, a businessman and a member of expertise from Prayas members and the con- this year, I am expecting at least double that,” earth-lined reservoir 10 kilometers away. planting and harvesting crops unpredictable, Prayas. Local government officials initially tributions of the city’s residents. Apart from Rawat said happily. The nearly 700 meter-long lake, built in as well as damaging crops and playing havoc argued that Nilona would not become com- cash, donations also came in the forms of Dattatreya Gaekwad, a senior government 1972, originally had a capacity of 6.39 million with livelihoods. In drought-ravaged pletely silted up for another 20 years, at dredgers, trucks and free labor. “A total of official in the district’s agriculture depart- cubic meters, but this has fallen by at least a Vidarbha district, thousands of farmers have which point they planned to divert water 12,000 people donated labor, helping clear ment, described MDN as “a perfect example third as soil has washed into the lake, accord- killed themselves in the past two decades from the Bembla reservoir, 25 kilometers grass, water weeds, pebbles and mud. Some of people’s cooperation for social develop- ing to government estimates. Local activists because of crop failures and debts. away. The government estimated the cost of served free food and drinks,” Saoji said. MDN ment.” In January the group plans to remove a contend that the silt, combined with vegeta- digging canals from Bembla to Nilona at 25 was formally launched in April 2015. By the further 100,000 truckloads of silt. The initial tion growing along the edges of Nilona, has Inspiration to act million rupees ($377,000). end of May, MDN had removed the first success of the project has inspired the reduced its capacity by as much as half. The Alok Gupta, a 45-year-old doctor in But the Prayas members wanted to act 35,000 cubic meters of the 6.3 million cubic activists to add other improvements to the monsoon in Maharashtra, as in other parts of Yavatmal, was inspired to act after hearing a sooner, and they proposed an alternative: meters of silt clogging Nilona. water system. — Reuters

Brother kills sister for voting in Pakistan poll

ISLAMABAD: An angry brother shot his Police were still hunting for Ali, who elder sister dead because she voted in is on the run. Women’s turnout is usual- Pakistani local elections after he had ly weak in the most conservative rural forbidden her to do so, police said yes- parts of Pakistan because of male per- terday. The murder occurred in the ceptions that their place is in the home. town of Taxila 25 kilometers west of But incidents of women being killed for Islamabad on Tuesday, according to voting are rare, although hundreds of officials. Danish Ali, 20, was furious Pakistani women are murdered each because his sister Asif Noreen, a 32-year year in cases of domestic violence or on old schoolteacher, had defied his the grounds of defending family “hon- instructions and cast her vote, local or”. The Aurat Foundation, a campaign police official Naeem Abbas said. group that works to improve the lives “According to a report filed by the of women in Pakistan’s conservative deceased’s father, Ali shot Noreen with and patriarchal society, says more than his pistol and she died on the spot at 3,000 women have been killed in such their home,” Abbas said. attacks since 2008. — AFP

Afghans face daunting task in rebuilding war-battered city

KUNDUZ: Two months after the Taleban ram- destroyed hundreds of shops and homes, paged through the northern Afghan city of including high-rise apartment buildings. Much Kunduz, residents are still sifting through the of the city is still without water or electricity. Half rubble, wondering how they will ever rebuild the city’s 300,000 residents fled during the fight- CHENNAI: Indian residents attempt to push a vehicle through floodwaters as others wade past in Chennai yesterday. — AFP and worrying that the insurgents will return. ing, and it’s unclear how many have returned. The Taleban swept into the strategic northern “The cost of reconstruction will probably be city in late September, holding it for three days less than it was after the last war with the and looting and destroying shops before being Taleban, but substantial nevertheless,” he said, Record rains flood driven out by a massive counteroffensive referring to the 2001 US-led invasion that top- backed by US airstrikes. The street by street pled the Taleban. Among the facilities fighting devastated wide swaths of Kunduz at a destroyed in the fighting was a trauma hospital time when Afghanistan’s finances are stretched operated by Doctors Without Borders, which thin by a seemingly never-ending war. was the target of a sustained US air assault that south Indian state International aid is being scaled down along- killed at least 30 people and sparked an interna- side the withdrawal of most foreign troops, tional outcry. US President Barack Obama apol- who officially concluded their combat mission ogized for the attack, which came at the Heaviest 24-hour downpour in a century last year. request of Afghan forces. The Taleban are meanwhile dug in on the CHENNAI: The heaviest rainfall in over a century city’s outskirts, and many fear they could return. The losses caused massive flooding across the Indian state of “I lost everything I had - my house, my business Just next door to the hospital was the ware- Tamil Nadu, driving thousands from their homes, shut- and my property,” said Ahmad Jan, who sold house where Abdul Maroof stored electronic ting auto factories and paralyzing the airport in the TVs and DVDs in Kunduz. The Taleban torched goods for his trading company. The attack on state capital Chennai. The national weather office pre- his shop, and then his home was demolished the hospital destroyed the building and every- dicted three more days of torrential downpours in the during the battle to drive them out, he said. He thing inside, causing hundreds of thousands of southern state of nearly 70 million people. “There will moved his family to a neighboring province for dollars in losses and leaving him unable to pay be no respite,” Laxman Singh Rathore of the India safety. “I can’t trust the government anymore, I back loans, he said. “From an economic point of Meteorological Department told reporters yesterday. have lost my hope in them,” he said. During a view, I can assure you that for the next five years Prime Minister Narendra Modi has blamed climate visit to Kunduz last week, Afghan President our Kunduz cannot be the same as it was in the change for the rain, injecting urgency into the debate Ashraf Ghani said the government would pro- past,” he said, adding that many businessmen at global climate talks in Paris and highlighting the vul- tect the city and help residents rebuild. “We have quit the town, fearing another attack. nerability of tropical nations like India to extreme won’t allow a repeat of what happened to Shopkeeper Sardar Agha said at least 10 weather. Physician Rupam Choudhury said he and a Kunduz,” he said, as rocket-fire rumbled off in shops on his street were destroyed during friend had to wade through neck-deep water to reach the distance, where near-daily battles have heavy fighting, estimating that the owners lost high ground from where an army brought him to his erupted just outside the city. hundreds of thousands of dollars. “There’s noth- hospital in the heart of Chennai. The Dr A ing left. Many shops and homes in my neigh- Ramachandran’s Diabetes Hospital was running out of Dismissals borhood have been destroyed or hugely dam- oxygen for patients and diesel for power generators, he Ghani has ordered the dismissal and military aged,” he said. The acting spokesman for the said by phone. Most mobile networks were down in trial of an undisclosed number of intelligence governor of Kunduz, Abdul Wasi Basel, said the the city and food supplies were running low. Chennai, officials, including the provincial intelligence top priority was security, followed by restoring India’s fourth most populous city, is a major auto manu- chief, over the failure to anticipate September’s water, electricity and other services. Only then, facturing and IT outsourcing hub. Ford Motor, Daimler, attack, which was the latest in a series of attacks he said, would government offices be rebuilt. A Hyundai and Nissan told workers to stay at home, while on the city. He has also ordered a security review commission has been set up to process applica- US listed outsourcing firm Cognizant shut its 11 local CHENNAI: A man carries a dog and wades through a flooded street in Chennai, in the by the newly appointed army division com- tions for the recovery of damaged or destroyed offices. mander. But many residents said they remain assets, but Basel could not say when funds will southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu yesterday. — AP fearful, especially after seeing the Taleban make be dispersed. “The exact cost of the war is diffi- off with armored vehicles and tanks. As winter cult to say at moment,” he said. Flights stopped (NDMA) in New Delhi. Passengers stranded at the air- extent of damage would only become clear when the Airlines suspended flights into Chennai’s flooded sets in, local officials and residents are taking Mohammad Khan Almas watched as his port said they did not know when they would be able floodwaters receded, another NDMA official said. The stock of the devastation wrought by the fight- neighborhood was transformed into one of the international airport, causing wider disruption to air to fly, or where to stay if they could not. “All of us here federal home ministry said 18 people had suffered travel. “The biggest challenge is to find a way to clear ing. The damage to public infrastructure alone main battlefields in the city and airstrikes are getting agitated because none of the hotels nearby flood-related injuries. has been estimated at around $82 million, destroyed eight shops he owned. The $1,200 the inundated airport and main roads,” said Anurag are vacant. Where do we go?” traveller Vinit Jain told Weather experts say the seasonal northeast mon- Gupta at the National Disaster Management Authority according to Hamdullah Danishi, the acting gov- worth of monthly rent he had collected from Reuters Television. No deaths were reported and the soon was responsible for the flooding in the city of six ernor of Kunduz province. them supported his family, including his 11 million, which like many of India’s teeming cities lacks He said the damage to private property is children. He said a delegation from the gover- adequate drainage. Jatin Singh, founder of private still being assessed. “It could be that the cost of nor visited and assessed his losses at $320,000, AirAsia fends off talk that weather forecaster Skymet, said the northeast mon- rebuilding privately owned properties will be but until now he’s received no money. “There soon was typically more intense in years like this when several times that of the public infrastructure are three culprits here - the government, the pilot revolt caused chaos El Nino - or a warming of the waters in the eastern because they took the brunt of the fighting over Taleban and the United States,” he said. “They Pacific Ocean - prevailed. At least twice as much rain fell several days,” he added. Zabihullah Majidi, a civil are all guilty of the incidents that ended my in the last 24 hours as the average for the whole month KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia-based budget carrier conditions. AirAsia pilots are not unionized. Asked society activist in Kunduz, said the fighting business and destroyed my shops.”— AP of December, Skymet said. Forecasters say the trough AirAsia yesterday sought to quash speculation that by AFP to comment on the rumors, Fernandes of low pressure bringing the rains was very slow mov- a wave of pilots calling in sick, which stranded hun- replied in a text message: “Do you honestly expect ing. Tamil Nadu is a major rice and sugar cane produc- dreds of furious passengers, was actually a protest me to respond to this?” Hundreds of passengers ing region, and a senior member of a local farmers over working conditions. AirAsia has said that were reportedly stranded at Kuala Lumpur association said floods had washed out up to four agri- around a dozen pilots had called in sick this week, International Airport and other Malaysian airports cultural districts. throwing domestic and international flights into Tuesday. Some complained on social media that disarray on Tuesday as passengers complained that they were told to wait for hours for new flights, only Relief effort the airline’s chaotic handling of the logjam forced to see those eventually cancelled. “Hallo!!! .... flight Modi has ordered rescue teams and paramilitary many to sleep overnight in Malaysian airport termi- delay for almost 5 hours already!! Do something! forces to launch an extensive relief and rescue opera- nals. People are starving!,” one traveler vented Tuesday tion in Chennai. He had blamed climate change for the AirAsia founder and group chief executive offi- on Facebook. heavy rains that hit the southern state last month, cer Tony Fernandes has publicly blamed a flu epi- The flights affected were mostly domestic, but tweeting before attending the UN climate summit in demic among pilots, combined with teething trou- Malaysian media said an AirAsia flight to Bangkok Paris this week: “We are feeling the impact of fast-paced ble over a new airline rostering system. “It was a also was disrupted. The AirAsia spokesman said climate change.” Hundreds of divers and army rescue freak day with the new system and 11 pilots were normal operations had resumed yesterday. “We teams entered inundated homes, taking the injured to not well for night flights,” he was quoted by The Star have over a thousand pilots, 13 is a small number hospital. Authorities said more than a million people newspaper’s website as saying yesterday, referring and everything is back to normal now,” the were affected by the flooding, with some residents to the chaos the day before. An AirAsia spokesman spokesman said. The episode came as Indonesian bemoaning the slow response of the relief teams. later said that 13 pilots had called in sick. The Star investigators released a report on Tuesday into Social media networks carried many appeals for help, report said Fernandes denied that industrial action the crash of Indonesia AirAsia flight QZ8501 last while others offered assistance. Siddarth, a popular was to blame, and quoted him calling AirAsia pilots December, which killed all 162 people on board. Tamil film actor who goes by one name, was coordinat- “super professional”. The report said inadequate maintenance and ing a relief effort on Twitter. “The police want to help But reports by Malaysian media have stoked poor pilot training by the airline were among the but there are no boats. We are trying not to panic,” said unconfirmed speculation that the pilots were reasons for the crash of the Airbus jet into the Ramana Goda, who took refuge at a police station after KUNDUZ: Staff members walk through the damaged Medecins Sans expressing displeasure with working hours and Java Sea. — AFP fleeing his home with his family overnight. — Reuters Frontieres (MSF) hospital in Afghanistan’s city of Kunduz. — AFP THURSDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2015 INTERNATIONAL

China behind ‘massive’ cyber-attack on Australian government

SYDNEY: A major cyber-attack against the “massive” breach, placed the blame statement that it was barred by policy nesses for competitive advantage, as in 2014 that is likely to further boost Australia’s Bureau of Meteorology that on China, which has in the past been from commenting on specific cyber well as conducting acts of cyber espi- commercial ties. Australia needs China’s may have compromised potentially sen- accused of hacking sensitive Australian security incidents. China’s Foreign onage. In June, US officials blamed help to transition from a reliance on sitive national security information is government computer systems. “It’s Ministry dismissed the accusation, say- Chinese hackers for compromising the exports of minerals such as coal and iron being blamed on China, the Australian China,” the ABC quoted one source as ing the government opposed cyber- records of up to four million current and ore to expanding its food and agricultur- Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) report- saying. attacks and all parties concerned should former government employees. China al exports to a growing Asian middle ed yesterday. The Bureau of Meteorology The Bureau of Meteorology said in a strengthen dialogue to solve the prob- called the US comments irresponsible, class, moving from a “mining boom” to a owns one of Australia’s largest super- statement on its website that it did not lem “in the spirit of mutual respect”. while President Barack Obama vowed “dining boom”. But Chinese firms have computers and the attack, which the comment on security matters, but that it “Groundless accusations and specula- that the United States would aggressive- been locked out of sensitive deals in the ABC said occurred in recent days, may was working closely with security agen- tion are not constructive,” ministry ly bolster its cyber defenses. past over security concerns, most promi- have allowed those responsible access cies and that its computer systems were spokeswoman Hua Chunying told a reg- China is Australia’s top trading part- nently a decision in 2013 to bar Huawei to the Department of Defense through a fully operational. The Australian Federal ular briefing. China has long been ner, with two-way trade of about A$150 from bidding on Australia’s National linked network. The ABC, citing several Police declined to comment on the mat- accused of using its considerable com- billion ($110 billion) in 2013, and they Broadband Network, a deal worth tens unidentified sources with knowledge of ter. The Department of Defense said in a puting resources to infiltrate online busi- signed a landmark free trade agreement of billions of dollars. — Reuters

N Korea ghost boats, in deadly hunt for fish, wash up in Japan

SEOUL: Fishing boats carrying decomposed Sometimes they drift and fishermen starve to corpses have washed ashore in Japan in death,” he said. recent weeks, leading to speculation they are rickety North Korean vessels that have Deadly incentive system strayed dangerously far from port under the Over the years, North Korean boats seek- impoverished nation’s push to boost its ing the rich fishing grounds of the Sea of catch. There has been no mention from Japan have washed ashore in Japan as well as secretive North Korea of any missing boats, on the deserted beaches of the Russian Far but its leader, Kim Jong Un, has put a high East. North Koreans looking to defect, on the priority on fishing as a way of earning foreign other hand, typically flee by land into China, currency and providing a sustainable food or, less often, via coastal waters to neighbor- source that is not reliant on harvests and ing South Korea. Fishing is a vital industry in a weather. country where millions cannot find enough The Japanese coast guard and police to eat. North Korea’s 1.2 million-strong army reported 12 incidents of wrecked wooden is heavily engaged in food production, boats, including some that were in pieces, on including fishing. “Some of the boats belong the country’s shores and waters since to Korean People’s Army fishery stations, pos- October, containing 22 dead bodies, includ- sibly operating to catch sailfin sandfish,” said ing five skulls. Japanese authorities declined An Chan-il, who served in the North’s army as to comment on the origins of the boats or a junior officer before defecting to South the possible identities of the dead, but a Korea in 1979 and now heads a private think hand-written sign identified one boat as tank on North Korea in Seoul. belonging to unit 325 of the North Korean “Kim Jong Un is pushing hard to produce NAYPYITAW: Senior General Min Aung Hlaing, left Commander in Chief of Myanmar Defense Services shakes hands with opposi- army, according to footage from Japan’s NHK more fish. So these boats must have been tion leader Aung San Suu Kyi during their meeting yesterday. — AP Television. Tattered cloth was found aboard stranded after overworking,” he said. Kim, the vessel that appeared to come from the North Korea’s young leader, has made boost- North Korean flag, the video showed. ing food production a priority for the isolated In step towards power, Defectors and experts say fishing boats country since taking office after his father under the command of the Korean People’s died in late 2011, and recently visited a KPA Army may have succumbed under pressure fishing station on North Korea’s east coast, from Kim to catch more fish, drifting off calling for the facility to be upgraded, the Suu Kyi meets president course and ill-equipped for rough seas. TV official KCNA news agency said. images of some of the boats showed relative- “Modernization of the station will help it ly large but otherwise primitive-looking catch more fish, (Kim) said, adding: The sta- Democracy icon, military boss meet, no aides attend motorized craft and the coast guard said they tion should be turned into an up-to-date fish- did not have GPS navigation systems. Those ery base which can be boasted of in the aboard could have died of starvation and world, thus making our ongoing efforts pro- NAYPYITAW: Democracy icon Aung ent. Sitting in his car before driving transition. “We have opened a commu- Suu Kyi has faced resistance from exposure to the cold after getting lost. duce good results for the service persons and San Suu Kyi held direct talks with away, the general smiled and said: “We nication channel,” Ye Htut told a news the military in attempts to change Although Japan’s Meteorological Agency said civilians,” the Nov 25 report said. Myanmar’s top general for the first had very nice talks”. It was a meeting conference. “They mainly focused on parts of the constitution, including a there was not unusually bad weather in the Lee So-yeon, a North Korean army defec- time yesterday as her party prepares to rich with symbolism - for over two the smooth and peaceful transfer of clause that bars her from becoming Sea of Japan this November, the waters are tor who arrived in Seoul in 2008, said fish form the government in a country decades, the military persecuted Suu the state responsibilities to the future president because her children are for- rougher at this time of year due to the onset products are a key export for North Korea’s where the military retains considerable Kyi and the NLD after ignoring a 1990 government,” he said, describing the eign citizens. It is uncertain whether of cold, northwesterly winds. army, which hires civilian fishermen to make clout after decades of rule. Earlier in election victory won by the party. The change to a new president as “com- the NLD would risk putting itself on a October through February is also prime money. “North Korean army units and securi- the day, the Nobel laureate also held two sides must now work together - pletely unprecedented”. collision course with the military by season for squid, sandfish and king crab off ty agencies are running many businesses to talks with reformist President Thein the NLD will form the government but Public jitters about possible turbu- launching another push to reduce its Sein to discuss the transfer of power to the military runs the interior, defense lence in the months ahead have been political power. It has enough legisla- the east coast of the Korean peninsula, and it earn foreign currency from mining gold to her National League for Democracy and border affairs ministries under a eased by endorsements of the election tive seats reserved under the constitu- is not unusual that there would be high num- catching fish on the west and east coasts,” (NLD), which swept a Nov 8 election. constitution drafted before the end of win by Thein Sein and Min Aung tion to veto changes to the constitu- bers of boats at sea, said Kim Do-hoon, a pro- said Lee. Lee Jong-won, professor of interna- But the support of the military will be its half-century rule in 2010. Hlaing. The new administration is likely tion. Though Suu Kyi has taken a more fessor of fisheries science at Pukyong tional relations at Japan’s Waseda University, crucial for the NLD to govern smooth- Suu Kyi has not commented on to take over around March. The consti- conciliatory tone towards the military National University in Busan. “Kim Jong Un added: “The North is introducing an incentive ly. either of the pivotal meetings during tution is likely to be a bone of con- since becoming a lawmaker, she took a has been promoting the fisheries, which system for producers. Fish is one of the main Suu Kyi and armed forces supremo the day. Thein Sein’s spokesman and tention between the military and Suu swipe at Min Aung Hlaing in June, could explain why there are more fishing export products to China, which can be a Min Aung Hlaing talked for over an information minister, Ye Htut, said her Kyi, who has been unequivocal in accusing him of influencing military boats going out,” he said. “But North Korean way to get foreign currency. There is a possi- hour at the military chief’s office in the 45-minute talks with the president, a wanting Myanmar to be a fully fledged legislators to rebuff changes to the sta- boats perform really poorly, with bad bility this incentive system led people to take capital Naypyitaw. No aides were pres- former general, were centered on the democracy. tus quo. — Reuters engines, risking lives to go far to catch more. more risks.” — Reuters

South Korea academic denies defaming ‘comfort women’ Security heightened even

SEOUL: A South Korean academic facing served. The book made headlines last trial on charges of defaming wartime sex June when a group of 11 surviving com- as N Korea woos tourists slaves-or “comfort women”-in a recent fort women filed a complaint with the book, accused prosecutors yesterday of public prosecution service. “The book was PYONGYANG: So you’re thinking of distorting her work. Park Yu-Ha, a profes- not intended to criticize or defame any taking an exotic vacation, having a little sor at Seoul’s Sejong University, was for- comfort women... and it did not harm the adventure and coming back with lots mally charged last month after a group of public interest as claimed,” Park told of stories for your envious friends and South Korean comfort women asked reporters at a press conference. She colleagues. Believe it or not, North prosecutors to launch an investigation. argued that passages from her book had Korea might just be the place for you. Mainstream historians say up to 200,000 been taken out of context to build the But watch what you bring. And what women, mostly from Korea but also from case against her, and insisted that her you do. And what you say. While North China, Indonesia and other Asian nations, only motive had been to encourage pub- Korea is making a strong push to were forced into sexual slavery in lic debate. increase the number of tourists who Japanese military brothels during World The fate of the comfort women is a visit the country each year - currently a War II. hugely emotional issue in South Korea few thousand come from Western In “The Comfort Women of the Empire” and a source of much of the bitterness countries and more from neighboring published in 2013, Park challenged the and distrust that has marred relations China - it is stepping up its enforce- established narrative-regularly cited by between Seoul and Tokyo for decades. ment of a broad set of strict but some- the South Korean media-that all the com- The defamation case triggered a public times ambiguously implemented regu- fort women were dragged from their backlash against Park, but her supporters lations about what foreign visitors can homes by Japanese soldiers. Park sug- argue she was misrepresented and have bring with them or what they can do gested the reality was more complex, criticized what they say is an attack on while in the country. with some of the women volunteering- free speech. “The judicial system is trying North Korea’s push for tourists without necessarily knowing what their to put public discourse over comfort began in 2013 and visitors can now eventual fate would be. The book said women under its control,” a group of 190 enjoy a surprisingly broad array of much of the blame lay with the entire academics, journalists and artists said in a options, from helicopter rides over the “patriarchal social system” in both Japan statement released yesterday. “It is deeply capital to surfing on the country’s sce- PYONGYANG: A North Korean traffic police officer directs vehicles at an intersection yesterday in and South Korea that exploited poor, anachronistic to try to make academic nic eastern coast. With winter now set- Pyongyang, North Korea as residents commute at the end of a work day. — AP uneducated women. arguments a subject of judicial judgment ting in, the North is hoping its newly It also suggested some women forged and to try to judge whether they are cor- opened luxury ski resort near the city ly if the offender is from the United set of dos and don’ts, which they pass of Kim Jong Un and defacing the an emotional bond with the soldiers they rect or not,” the statement said. — AFP of Wonsan, which was largely empty of States. The US State Department on to their clients before anyone leader’s image is a serious crime. tourists last season while Pyongyang recently updated and expanded its boards the flight to Pyongyang. closed its borders over Ebola fears, will already blunt warning against North “I have never heard of anyone get- Customs can also be a shock be a big draw. Even so, the pro-tourism Korean travel. In a nutshell, its advice is ting in trouble by accident or by doing Scrutiny of books is increasing to policy, like many other business oppor- simple: Just don’t do it. something that they genuinely the point some agencies advise against tunities that involve dealing with and thought would not cause them any bringing any at all. At Pyongyang’s possibly making concessions to the Detentions and arrests trouble,” Cockerell said. “There are rules new airport, officials recently started to outside world, poses an obvious “While tourism and the flexibility of and laws, of course, that differ from not only turn on laptops but to also at conundrum for Pyongyang - the travel in the DPRK has expanded, there those most visitors are used to, but times search whatever is on them potential of economic gains that has been a measurable increase in they are not secret and responsible extensively. They can and often do, as require change, versus concerns about security at the borders,” said Andrea companies advise their clients in the most recent State Department how that might undermine regime Lee, CEO of New Jersey-based Uri advance what can and can’t be done.” warning noted, “inspect USB drives, security. Tours, which has been organizing tours Just how does one toe the line in one CDs, DVDs, mobile phones, tablets, lap- “Despite the policy of getting more to the North - officially the Democratic of the world’s most authoritarian coun- tops, or any other electronic and multi- tourists, they still see security, or at least People’s Republic of Korea - for 15 tries? media devices brought into the coun- perceptions of security, as a bigger con- years. Detentions and arrests, while For many, the first test comes while try. Internet browsing histories and cern, and tourism is pretty far down the certain to grab international headlines, they are still in the air. On North Korea’s cookies on travelers’ computers and list of priorities,” said Simon Cockerell of are actually quite rare. Most involve flagship airline, Air Koryo, cabin atten- other electronic devices are subject to Beijing-based Koryo Tours, which has extenuating circumstances, such as dants sternly scold passengers shoot- search for banned content, including specialized in North Korea travel since illegal border crossings or religious or ing souvenir photos and delete any- pornography or material critical of the 1993. “It’s clear that the restrictions, political activities that lead to fairly pre- thing they decide is inappropriate. DPRK government.” Anything pro- rules and so on often act against dictable problems. The vast majority of English-language newspapers are South Korea, of course, is a no-no. And SEOUL: Park Yu-Ha, a literature professor at South Korea’s Sejong increasing tourist numbers.” For those tourists also visit on carefully orches- available on most flights, but crum- heaven forbid taking a Bible. Once University, speaks during a press conference on her controversial book visitors who do break the rules, the risks trated tours arranged by major agen- pling them will bring a lecture and pos- inside the country, visitors can expect “The Comfort Women of the Empire,” in Seoul yesterday. — AFP of detention, arrest and possibly even cies that specialize in travel to the sibly require a written apology. to have virtually no freedom to roam jail sentences are real enough, especial- North and are well versed in the latest Newspapers inevitably feature photos about unescorted. — AP NEWS THURSDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2015

An Indian naval band performs during a rehearsal for the forthcoming Navy Day celebrations in front of The Gateway of India in Mumbai yesterday. The Indian Navy will celebrate Navy Day tomorrow as a tribute to the maritime operations of the Indian Navy during the 1971 Indo-Pakistan war. — AFP

UK set to vote for Syria air strikes Russia accuses Erdogan of links to IS oil... Continued from Page 1 tribute. He conceded that, while they were not “ideal Continued from Page 1 Putin snubbed a meeting with Erdogan at the UN partners” and “some of them do have views that we climate conference in France on Monday, after Lavrov Cameron urged MPs not to let the memory of Iraq - don’t agree with”, they could “play a role” in the future of family, are involved in this criminal business.” had earlier scrapped a visit to Istanbul just after the which many Britons believe a Labour government under Syria. Also, Cameron adopted the term “Daesh” to refer Erdogan angrily dismissed Russian claims that Ankara plane downing. Erdogan has rejected Putin’s demands Tony Blair led them into using “sexed up” evidence on to IS yesterday and urged others to follow suit to avoid is trading in oil with jihadist groups, insisting he to apologize over the incident, saying that Turkey was weapons of mass destruction - to dictate their decision. lending the jihadists credibility. Cameron had previously would resign if allegations were proved true. “No one acting well within its rights to protect its border. “This is not 2003. We must not use past mistakes as an used “ISIL” to refer to the extremist group, which is also has a right to engage in slander against Turkey by say- Moscow has announced an embargo on some Turkish excuse for indifference or inaction,” he added. known as “ISIS”, before switching to Daesh, which has ing that Turkey is buying oil from Daesh (IS),” he said food imports, halted the sale of package holidays The prime minister faced repeated calls during a rau- negative connotations and is based on an Arabic on a visit to Ankara’s closest ally Qatar, where he there and reintroduced visas for Turkey visited in a bid cous debate to apologize after reportedly telling acronym first coined by a Syrian activist. “I feel it is time signed a memorandum of understanding on gas sup- to punish Ankara. Conservative MPs not to vote with “a bunch of terrorist to join our key ally France, the Arab League and other plies. Erdogan said Turkey was pushing for a diplomatic sympathizers” against the strikes. Cameron has wanted members of the international community in using, as The Russian briefing broadcast satellite images of resolution for the crisis to stop further damage to its to extend Britain’s role in the fight against IS for months frequently as possible, the terminology Daesh rather oil trucks on a huge screen but did not provide any ties with Moscow but warned that it could retaliate but made a fresh push which led to the vote after last than ISIL,” he said. specific data on how Erdogan is tied to the activities. against further retaliatory measures. “We are sad- month’s Paris attacks which killed 130 people. Britain “Daesh is clearly an improvement and I think it’s Antonov pointed the finger at the recent appoint- dened by the disproportional responses by Russia to already has eight Tornado fighter jets plus drones important that we all try to use this language,” Cameron ment of Erdogan’s son-in-law Berat Albayrak as energy an incident in which the whole world agrees we are involved in the US-led coalition striking IS targets in Iraq. told parliament during a debate on whether Britain minister and alleged that the president’s son runs one right,” he said. “If these responses continue we will However, it currently only conducts surveillance and should join air strikes against the group in Syria. A gov- of the country’s main energy companies. “What a fan- take our own measures,” he said, without elaborating. intelligence missions over Syria. ernment Twitter account that had been called “UK tastic family business,” he said, claiming that “terror- While Turkey and Russia continued to wrangle, the The government will deploy more jets if the bombing Against ISIL” was changed to “UK Against Daesh” as ists” in Syria make some $2 billion each year out of the body of a pilot killed when the jet was blown out of is approved and argues that the Royal Air Force’s Cameron made the announcement. “#Daesh is Arabic illegal oil trade. the sky was buried in his hometown some 360 km Brimstone missiles will be particularly valuable for preci- acronym for #ISIL. Daesh hates the term + sounds similar Still Lavrov agreed to meet his Turkish counterpart south of Moscow. Local media reported that thou- sion strikes to avoid civilian casualties. US Secretary of to Arabic words Daes & Dahes: ‘to trample’ & ‘one who Mevlut Cavusoglu in Belgrade later this week for the sands of mourners flocked to bid farewell to Oleg State John Kerry praised Cameron for bringing the vote sows discord’,” read a tweet on the account. first time since the downing. “We will not be evading Peshkov, who the defence ministry said was shot dead to parliament yesterday and urged all NATO countries to News organizations and international governments this contact,” Lavrov said during a visit to Cyprus. “We from the ground after parachuting out of the jet. The “step up support” for the fight against IS. Military experts have been divided over what to call the group, with will hear what Mr Cavusoglu has to say. Perhaps there corpse of the pilot - who has been awarded Russia’s question how much difference Britain would make to French President Francois Hollande referring to it as will be something new after what has already been highest honor - was flown back from Turkey after it the campaign, saying it may be more about wanting to “Daesh” and the United States President Barack Obama said publicly.” was taken across the border from Syria. — Agencies stand shoulder-to-shoulder with allies like France and calling it “ISIL”. ISIL stands for the Islamic State of Iraq and the United States. Cameron again stressed that British the Levant, while ISIS is the abbreviation for the Islamic ground forces will not be deployed to Syria as part of the State of Iraq and Syria. Some Saudi women to get more legal... action yesterday, saying that would be a “mistake”. Conservative MP Rehman Chishti, who has led a cam- Labour is deeply divided on air strikes. Corbyn oppos- paign for the term “Daesh” to be used, said the prime Continued from Page 1 that advises the government on policy. es the move but has let his party have a free vote on the minister had “listened to the strength of feeling across The late King Abdullah appointed 30 women to the issue because dozens of his MPs, including his foreign parliament”. “I hope that media organisations will now Saudi Arabia is the only country where women are 150-member Shura Council in 2013, prompting the body and defenSe spokespeople, want to support it. A Labour follow the government’s lead and also adopt the term,” barred from driving, and in which they are the legal wards to discuss extending the family identity card to women, a source speaking on condition of anonymity said he he said. Following calls from some MPs that it should of a male “guardian”, usually a father, husband or brother, debate that prompted the interior ministry’s decision, said expected around 40 of its MPs to support the bombing. begin using the term, the BBC said: “While people can who is empowered to make big life decisions for them. “If Hazza. Next week, women will participate in an election, “It’s expected that the government will win this vote... debate terminology we’re sure the British public are you asked me which was more important, this or driving, I for relatively powerless local councils, as both candidates but it’s definitely lost the argument,” another Labour under absolutely no illusion about the type of organiza- would tell you a hundred times this. It gives Saudi women and voters, for the first time. No changes have yet been source added. tion this is”. “The BBC uses the name the group itself uses, the right to identify herself as head of the family, to put her proposed for male guardianship of female relatives As well as Labour and the next biggest Commons using additional descriptions to help make it clear we are children through school, get them married,” said Salwa Al- beyond yesterday’s reported plans for widows and grouping, the Scottish National Party, a handful of law- referring to the group as they refer to themselves, such as Hazza, a member of the Shura Council, an appointed body divorced women. — Reuters makers from Cameron’s own Conservative party also ‘so-called Islamic State’ or ‘Islamic State group’,” it added. oppose joining air strikes. Cameron also fleshed out his Experts meanwhile weighed in on the debate, with claim that there were 70,000 moderate opposition fight- some criticizing the prime minister’s call to refer to IS ers in Syria ready to help fight against IS. He said these as “Daesh” as irrelevant. “I’m sorry, but they really don’t MPs: Prosecute 24 ex-officials over Dow deal were mostly members of the rebel Free Syrian Army but care,” British writer and researcher Shiraz Maher added there were 20,000 Kurdish forces ready to con- tweeted. — Agencies Continued from Page 1 celled the project should have been interrogated and included in the report as potential defendants. State MPs accused the government of rushing the payment Minister for Cabinet Affairs Sheikh Mohammad Al- MP calls for suspending transactions... of the fine when it should have been delayed until an Abdullah Al-Sabah said the government will refer the investigation was conducted. report to the public prosecution for a legal probe. Continued from Page 1 domestic labor market as some people have exploited Some MPs insisted that sending the investigation MP Ahmad Al-Azemi said members of the Supreme the system for visa trading and achieving quick and ille- report to the government will not yield any positive results Petroleum Council must also be charged because they sponsorship system. He said the system breaches the gal profits at the expense of poor expat laborers. This because the government will not do anything. They also approved the deal and its cancellation. MP Mohammad standards and principles of the International Labor policy has led to a large increase in the number of accused the government of being unwilling to exert Tana described the fine as “the robbery of the century” and Organization, human rights, public freedoms and unskilled, marginal workers, consequently endangering efforts to repatriate the penalty, which they said is possi- claimed the payment was deliberately rushed for selfish democracy, and also the norms and morals of the the security of the country. Ardhi also said the union ble. MP Jamal Al-Omar said the fine cost each Kuwaiti citi- interests. He also accused the government of not taking Kuwaiti people, who totally reject oppression. will press for the implementation of the new domestic zen some KD 600, adding the size of the fine is unprece- any action to recover the funds. Islamist MP Hamdan Al- Ardhi said the union considers the scrapping of the helpers’ law to safeguard the rights of this section of dented. Azemi said the report failed to interrogate the senior offi- kafeel system as a first step towards reforming the people. Several MPs said that the former Cabinet which can- cials who took the decisions, in a reference to the Cabinet. THURSDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2015 ANALYSIS

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Focus Poor emergency training behind AirAsia crash

By Sonia Wolf

new probe into what sent an AirAsia flight plunging into the Java Sea last year, killing all A162 people on board, has pointed the finger at poor pilot training on how to cope with emergencies. The final report from Indonesia’s national transport safety agency said an existing fault in the system that controlled the Airbus A320-200’s rudder had set off a chain of events that caused the crash. But it was the pilot’s decision to reset the system, which turned off the plane’s autopilot, and inexperience in flying in such difficult conditions that then sent the aircraft into a sharp roll from which it never recovered. “The flight crew had not been trained for the upset Venezuela youth at sharp end of crime recovery training on Airbus A320,” said the report, By Eyanir Chinea beloved beaches are no longer a haven, with gangs some- Critics say such a rigidly politicized prison regime adding that the plane had gone into a “prolonged stall times arriving on speedboats to hold people up and take amounts to brainwashing but government supporters condition that was beyond the capability of the crew t first sight, Yeyo looks inoffensive: A small, thin their cash and phones. Former President Hugo Chavez was defend it as much-needed discipline and order. “It’s a 360 to recover”. The report provides the latest clue into adolescent who still wears shorts and talks with a a firm believer that attacking poverty, via a fairer distribu- degree transformation of our adolescents,” Prisons Vice- what brought down Flight QZ8501 on Dec 28 last Aslight stutter. Yet the 15-year-old from the tion of the OPEC member’s oil wealth, would eliminate Minister Ramon Garcia told Reuters during a rare media vis- year, during what was supposed to be a routine flight Venezuelan mining city of Puerto Ordaz, on the banks of crime. it to the institution. For many young criminals, prison is no from the Indonesian city of Surabaya to Singapore. the Orinoco river, is already a hardened criminal. He stole But when that did not materialize, his hand-picked suc- deterrent, given that 90 percent of crimes go unpunished The bodies of 56 people have never been recov- his first phone at 10, then quickly moved on to robbing cessor Nicolas Maduro, who won power in a 2013 election and it is easy to avoid justice. ered, despite a huge and lengthy international search homes, carjacking and assaulting customers at banks. For after Chavez’s death, took a more aggressive line on crime, Back in Puerto Ordaz, gang members recount how easy involving ships and aircraft from several nations in the right money, he kills too. “You just pull the trigger and sending security forces in to combat the gangs. There are it is to pay off the police and prosecutors if necessary. El Yei often stormy seas. Investigators had previously that’s it,” the teenager says nonchalantly in the back of a no government statistics yet for 2015, but last year the is a fellow gang member of Yeyo, older and taller at 17 but blamed bad weather for bringing down the plane, but car in the humble neighborhood, or ‘barrio’, where he is official murder rate rose to 69 per 100,000 inhabitants, lower down the hierarchy because he only joined three the new findings show both poor equipment and part of a gang of about a dozen members. from 39 in 2013. That in itself is one of the world’s worst, years ago. He says he averages at least 150,000 bolivars per inadequate training for emergency situations were to “I like the bad life. The power and the money,” adds but local monitoring groups say Venezuela’s real rate is month - about 15 times the minimum monthly wage - blame. The fault with cracked soldering in part of the Yeyo, who takes instructions from older leaders aged twice as high and the government is hiding the scale of though one job as a hitman can pay 200,000 bolivars. “If plane’s rudder system - which had already caused between 25 and 30. He has left his family and lives alone the crime crisis. things get complicated, money fixes everything and you though his criminal activities enable him to provide for rel- Teenagers have been prominently involved in some of negotiate your freedom,” he laughs, discussing a carjacking glitches 23 times in the previous year - sent repeated atives and sometimes throw lavish parties in the barrio. the nation’s highest-profile crimes of recent times such as he has just carried out. warnings to the pilots. Ever more youths like Yeyo are choosing the gang life in the 2014 murders of a former Miss Venezuela beauty Though authorities are quick to solve the highest-profile The co-pilot was then left to fly as the pilot Venezuela where state rehabilitation programs are failing, queen and a local folk singer, plus a grenade attack on a crimes, such as the murder of beauty queen Monica Spear, responded to the fault, but could not cope with the impunity is widespread, and an economic crisis is weigh- police station this year. In response, the government Venezuelans complain the majority of crimes awaken little situation, and miscommunication between the pilots ing heavily on the population. changed the law to double sentences for violent offenders interest from police, especially in the poorest areas. Not far as they plunged towards the sea compounded the Crime is a top issue for voters ahead of this weekend’s over 14. But it also protected those under 14 from any from Yeyo and El Yei’s territory, in the neighboring city of problem. “It’s a scenario that has played out in air acci- election for a new National Assembly which the ruling legal action, even for serious crimes. San Felix, the mud streets and tin-roofed homes of La dents in the past,” Terence Fan, aviation expert at the Socialists could lose for the first time in 16 years. Children’s Children’s rights groups complain that is helping create Victoria suburb are typical of poor areas all over Venezuela Singapore Management University, told AFP. “Pilots rights group Cecodap says the number of crimes commit- the conditions for youngsters to take up a life of crime, where locals often complain of abandonment by security are either distracted by a faulty equipment or cannot ted by minors under the age of 18 rose about 70 percent while also reducing their chances of rehabilitation later on. forces. properly solve the issue and something else is brew- in 2014 and that a child or adolescent was murdered every The law also provides for problem youngsters aged up to Del Valle Ruiz, whose nephew was murdered just before ing in the background.” 10 hours on average, most of them shot dead. UN chil- 13 to enter state programs for psychological and academic he was to graduate as a lawyer, runs a local group called dren’s agency Unicef says Venezuela is the world’s third orientation, but those involved say the schemes are few Mothers Promoting Peace that seeks to organize activities ‘AirAsia’s Image Dented’ worst country for murders of young people, only sur- and far between, and counselors do not have the proper for young people as an alternative to crime and violence in The loss of Flight QZ8501 was the first major crash passed by gang-plagued El Salvador and Guatemala. training. “We have had to attend kids who have sexually San Felix. Groups like hers have proliferated around for Malaysia-based AirAsia, but analysts said the find- Alejandro Moreno, a Roman Catholic priest whose abused other kids, kids who handle guns and are in crime Venezuela, trying to combat crime using innovative meth- ings could prove a setback after a successful 13-year years living in a poor Caracas neighborhood have enabled gangs,” said Angegeymar Gil, a children’s welfare worker in ods like children’s yoga in a Caracas shanty-town or rugby run. “This will have a detrimental impact on AirAsia as him to study crime close up, needs no statistics. He has Caracas’ Sucre district, which includes the vast and danger- matches between ex-cons at a ranch used for rum-making. witnessed the age of victims and perpetrators dropping in ous Petare slum. “The kids are going to keep committing Ruiz estimates 30 percent of local youths are involved in a whole and it comes at the worst time for the airline the last two years. “In the barrios, those with weapons and crimes, we know, because the state is not properly pre- crime, with children as young as eight and nine used as given the very poor third quarter numbers that came those behind crime are now kids aged 14, 15 and 16,” pared to stop them.” drug “mules” and shootouts common on street corners. out last week,” said Shukor Yusof, analyst with laments the white-bearded septuagenarian priest of the “That’s our reality. These are desperate days,” she says. At a Malaysia-based Endau Analytics. “AirAsia’s image will Salesian order in his office at a school for children of low- Politics in Jail meeting in a church in La Victoria on a recent day, some 50 be dented because the report alleges that they don’t income families. Many young delinquents end up in one of Venezuela’s young people were asked who thought their life was at maintain their aircraft properly and their cockpit crew 32 young offenders’ prisons. At one in a working-class part risk. Almost all responded “Yes”. A few also admitted they responded inadequately to such an incident.” Empty Streets of the capital Caracas, youths with shaved heads, black were tempted to join local gangs. “They killed my two Speaking as the report was released, investigator Violent crime has totally distorted Venezuelan society. boots and blue uniforms chant pro-government political brothers here in the barrio. I wanted revenge,” said Jesus, Nurcahyo Utomo said AirAsia pilots were not properly City streets are often deserted after dark. Barrio thugs are slogans in unison. “Chavez lives!” a guard shouts. “The fight 16. “Then I thought ‘I’ve not met anyone who turns to crime trained on handling Airbus aircraft when they were role models for many children. Reporters camp at goes on!” they reply, repeating a popular government and escapes death’. To die or to suffer, those are the severely destabilized as it was not recommended by morgues to report weekend death tolls. Even Venezuelans’ refrain before marching to their cells. options.” —Reuters the manufacturer. But the former head of France’s avi- ation authority, the BEA, which governs France-based Airbus, said AirAsia had not followed the agency’s Answer to global warming blowing in the wind rules on training. The BEA set new regulations for pilots after an Air By Daphne Rousseau begin offering its technology commercially researcher at the University of Paris- companies would keep the focus on what is France flight between Rio and Paris was lost in the before 2018 and estimates the global mar- Dauphine, said there was major enthusiasm good for the environment if such solutions Atlantic Ocean in 2009, under similar circumstances to or an Israeli start-up, one answer to ket at a potential $24 billion annually. “We over capture and storage technology become widespread. “We have to ask if plac- the AirAsia flight. “Several recommendations of the global warming is blowing in the wind. have to find a proactive solution, and that is around 2008-2010, but the economic crisis ing value on CO2 to produce fuel will derail (BEA) on the subject of pilot training were clearly not FThe company called NewCO2Fuels, or where we come in,” Banitt told AFP. and collapse in prices of carbon-based fuels the capture-and-storage plan’s philosophy - implemented by this aviation company,” former BEA NCF, has been developing its own version of dampened interest. She said the NCF tech- of its primary role - which is to slow climate director Jean-Paul Troadec told AFP. a technology that allows heat-trapping car- Hi-Tech Recycling Machine nology appeared to be aimed at producing change,” Renner said. Gerry Soejatman, an aviation consultant with bon dioxide emissions to be captured and Marie Renner, climate economics clean-burning fuel and she hoped other On a top floor of a building at Rehovot’s Jakarta-based consultancy CommunicAvia, said both recycled back into useable fuel. It sounds Weizmann Institute of Science, the NCF the AirAsia crash and AF447 had happened after a complicated - and it is - but the company’s team has been carrying out work on its pro- technical problem followed by the plane stalling. “It’s founders say it holds real potential in the totype involving a solar power plant capable all in the manual, but we still have these two cases fight against global warming. Such capture of producing something called syngas from technologies have gained increased atten- CO2, water and heat. The syngas can then where the pilot did not do the right thing in stall tion as countries seek alternative methods be used to create synthetic fuels. A field of recovery,” he told AFP. “It’s likely that they did not real- of cutting back on greenhouse gas emis- solar panels surrounds the building along ize they were in a stall or did not have adequate train- sions, the main culprit in global warming. with a mirror to heat the reactor to more ing in how to exit from a very severe stall at high alti- Around 140 world leaders have gathered than 1,000 degrees Celsius. tude.” —AFP this week for highly anticipated talks in Paris Within the reactor, the CO2 and water is with the aim of spearheading a climate pact used to produce the syngas, said Uzi and heading off a disastrous rise in global Aharoni, the company’s head of operations. temperatures in the coming years. “Our con- The idea is for the technology to be used by All articles appearing on these cept is to take the residue from the produc- plants that emit heat and CO2, such as steel tion of CO2 along with heat produced in or coal gasification plants. The CO2 would pages are the personal opinion of industries and turn them into profit,” chief be captured instead of being sent into the the writers. Kuwait Times takes no executive David Banitt said of the company atmosphere, then transformed back into responsibility for views expressed located in Rehovot, south of Tel Aviv. “We fuel - a hi-tech recycling machine. therein. Kuwait Times invites read- cannot only wield the stick and make pol- In its final form, syngas that fits into a luters pay. You also have to hold out the car- one-cubic-metre tank is equivalent to the ers to voice their opinions. Please rot and allow them to see commercial photosynthesis energy of 300 trees. “We are send submissions via email to: opin- potential.” transforming these constraints into oppor- [email protected] or via snail The company is attempting to position tunities,” said the 63-year-old Banitt, who mail to PO Box 1301 Safat, Kuwait. itself in a new market offering what has calls himself an environmentalist, “but not The editor reserves the right to edit come to be known as carbon capture, uti- Vice president Uzi Aharony (right) and chief executive officer David Banitt fanatic”. “Treating CO2 and transforming it lization and storage technologies. A global of the Israeli startup company NewCO2Fuels (NCF) work on a solar test facil- into a product does not necessarily involve any submission as necessary. race has been underway to develop such ity on Sept 24, 2015 in the Israeli city of Rehovot. —AFP costs, but can instead generate revenue and industrial-scale solutions. NCF hopes to profits.” —AFP THURSDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2015 SPORTS

Cook captains ICC’s Klitschko to take Red Sox agree to $217m, Test Team of the Year up Fury in rematch 7-year deal with Price DUBAI: England skipper Alastair Cook was named captain of the International Cricket BERLIN: Former world heavyweight champion Wladimir Klitschko said BOSTON: The Boston Red Sox and ace pitcher David Price have agreed Council’s (ICC) Team of the Year yesterday, with international team-mates Joe Root yesterday he will take up the contractual option of a rematch against to a deal worth $217 million over seven years, a person familiar with the and Stuart Broad also selected. Cook, 30, has recaptured his form in 2015, skippering Tyson Fury in an attempt to win back his belts. Britain’s Fury, 27, stunned negotiations told The Associated Press. England to Ashes glory against Australia and recently hitting 263 against Klitschko last Saturday at Duesseldorf’s Esprit Arena with a unanimous The person spoke on condition of anonymity Tuesday Pakistan, and is the current leading Test run-scorer for the year. He points defeat, his first loss for 11 years, which ended the Ukrainian’s nine night because the deal has not yet been signed was included in the ICC team, selected by an expert panel, for the year reign as world champion. Hamburg-based Klitschko, who turns 40 and is pending a physical. Price has a 3.09 fourth time and the second as captain. “I would next April, says he banished thoughts of retirement in the wake of the ERA in eight major league seasons with like to congratulate all the players for their shock defeat. He has vowed to use his chance to win back the IBF 1,372 strikeouts and 104 wins. The left-han- selection in the Test and ODI teams of the (International Boxing Federation), World Boxing Association (WBA) and der was traded from Detroit to Toronto last year,” said awards selection panel chairman World Boxing Organisation (WBO) belts he deservedly lost to Fury in a season as the Blue Jays made a playoff Anil Kumble, the former India captain. “It is poor performance. “I was really frustrated directly after the fight, but after push in the AL East. an achievement for each of them to be some short nights I now know that I want to show that I am much better One year earlier, he was trad- proud of and a recognition for their good than my performance on Saturday,” said Klitschko in a statement. “I ed to Detroit from Tampa performances in the qualifying period.” Root couldn’t show my full potential at any time. “This is what I want to change Bay, where he spent the ear- scored two crucial Ashes centuries and is in the rematch - and I will. Failure is not an option.” Klitschko’s manager ly part of his career. Price is currently joint top of the Test batting rankings. Bernd Boente said they will now open negotiations with the Fury camp to a serious upgrade for the Broad, selected for the fifth time, is the leading decide the venue and date. “There will be a huge worldwide interest in Red Sox pitching staff, fast bowling wicket-taker in Tests this year and this fight which already can be billed as the fight of the year 2016,” said which struggled last season recorded career-best figures of 8-15 against Australia Boente. “We received so many questions of fans and journalists after last as Boston finished 78-84, at his home ground of Trent Bridge. Saturday. —AFP last in the division. — AP

Kuwait bags gold, bronze at World Bodybuilding championship

KUWAIT: Kuwait Bodybuilding National Team won one team Mohammad Al-Khalaf said upon the team’s arrival Khalaf said players Yousuf Dashti, Jaber Al-Fadhly and Crown Prince Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al- gold and one bronze medals during the World in Kuwait. Majid Al-Zaabi took sixth, seventh and eighth place in Sabah, Speaker Marzouq Al-Ghanim, State Minister for Bodybuilding and Physical Fitness Championship that Tariq Al-Shakhs became champion of the 90 kg cate- the same category. Youth Affairs Sheikh Salman Al-Humoud Al-Sabah, and was held in Thailand lately with the participation of 55 gory while his teammate Nayef Al-Shimmari took third He dedicated this achievement to HH the Amir Director General of Sports Public Authority Sheikh teams of various categories and weights. Head of the place in the physique category for under 175 cm. Al- Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, HH the Ahmad Mansour Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah. Sebastian Coe unaware of IAAF corruption, defends Nike links

LONDON: A defiant world athletics president Sebastian Coe said yesterday that he had no inkling of corruption within his organisation and defended his links with American sportswear giant Nike. Lamine Diack, Coe’s predecessor as International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) president, is being investigat- ed by French authorities over claims he took bribes to cover up doping offences. The World Anti-doping Agency (WADA) is also preparing a report on allegations of corruption within the IAAF, where Coe was vice-president for eight years prior to his appointment as president in August. But when asked by the British parlia- ment’s Culture, Media and Sport committee if he had heard any “whispers” about corruption with- in the organisation, Coe replied flatly: “No.” Coe, 59, had previously described Diack as the sport’s “spiritual leader” and said that he reacted with “shock, sorrow and anger” when he learnt of his arrest. But he said he had not asked DURBAN: Britain’s Prince Harry (L) stands by former Rugby World Cup winner Diack about corruption allegations levelled at Captain John Smit during a visit to the staff and management at the GrowthPoint his son, Pape Diack, who stepped down from his Kings Park Stadium on Tuesday in Durban. Prince Harry met with the players of the position as an IAAF marketing consultant a year LONDON: A video grab from footage broadcast by the UK Parliament’s Parliamentary Sharks Rugby team and played a game of tag rugby with local kids from the Rugby ago. “No, because there were no allegations Recording Unit (PRU) shows IAAF president Sebastian Coe giving evidence to the Culture, Exchange. — AFP being made about the president (at the time),” Media and Sport Committee of MPs in a meeting room at the Houses of Parliament yesterday Coe explained. When it was put to him that the on the subject of blood doping in athletics. Sebastian Coe has vowed to guide the IAAF “back Budapest rejects referendum IAAF was corrupt, Coe replied: “No, it’s not a cor- to trust” after a series of corruption and doping scandals that has seen global athletics crash rupt organisation.” Coe was speaking during a into its darkest ever days. — AFP on 2024 Olympic bid three-hour grilling by British lawmakers at Asked if his relationship with Nike represent- becoming IAAF vice-president in 2007, Coe was London’s Houses of Parliament. ed a conflict of interest, he said: “It would have appointed as the first ethics commission chair- BUDAPEST: Budapest’s city council yes- came after residents of Hamburg reject- He reiterated his stance that his 38-year asso- been if it hadn’t been properly identified.” Coe man for world football’s governing body FIFA, an terday rejected a proposal by members ed the German port city’s bid in a vote on ciation with Nike, for whom he worked as an refused to apologise for describing allegations organisation currently mired in corruption alle- of opposition parties to hold a referen- Sunday. The vote was 51.6 against, with ambassador prior to relinquishing the role last of doping in athletics as a “declaration of war”, gations of its own. He therefore has links to two dum on the Hungarian capital’s bid for 48.4 percent in favor. Hungarian opposi- week, was not a conflict of interest. having used that phrase in August after the of the biggest scandals in modern sport, but he the 2024 Olympics. Budapest Mayor tion party Egyutt (Together) appealed to The BBC last week published an email from a Sunday Times and German broadcaster ARD was bullish when he was asked why people Istvan Tarlos rebuffed the idea of a public Hungarian Olympic Committee president senior Nike executive that suggested Coe had claimed to have unearthed evidence of hun- should believe that he is the right person to vote as “political demagoguery” and said Zsolt Borkai for a referendum. lobbied Diack for the 2021 World dreds of suspicious blood samples. clean up athletics. it was unclear whether residents had “We trust he will realize that only a Championships to be awarded to Eugene, An independent WADA commission subse- “Because I have the experience to do that. I adequate information about the valid and successful national referendum Oregon, where Nike was founded. quently published evidence of endemic, state- have the support of the sport to do that,” said Olympics two years before the host city is would denote appropriate authority for When asked if it had been in Nike’s interest supported doping by Russian athletes. Coe, who won two Olympic gold medals in the chosen. the Olympic bid,” said Marton Pataki, the for the event to be awarded to Eugene-which it Coe said he would not “step back” from his 1500 metres during a glittering track career. “The bodies of popular representation party’s Budapest president. was, without a formal bid process-Coe said: “I stance, but admitted: “I probably might have “Have there been failures? Yes. Will we fix them? were elected to make decisions,” Tarlos While Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s don’t conclude that.” chosen different language.” Coe expressed regret Absolutely. I’m absolutely focused on doing that. said. “If decision makers make bad deci- government has thrown its full support that Russian whistleblowers Vitaly and Yulia If we don’t do that, there are no tomorrows for sions, they won’t be elected the next behind the Budapest bid, critics have cit- ‘Horror show’ Stepanovs, a former Russian Anti-doping my sport. This is the crossroads.” time and if they are incapable of making ed the possibility of cost overruns and On the nature of his communications with Agency (RUSADA) official and his athlete wife, Coe described the recent revelations as a decisions, they are unworthy of being the stress on the city’s infrastructure as Nike, Coe said: “I was asked the question. I gave a had been forced into hiding. “horror show” and said that he was prepared to elected.” The proposal for a referendum reasons for concern. —AP view that Eugene needed to get back into the “I’m clearly sorry,” Coe said. “I want whistle- double the IAAF’s anti-doping budget, which competition and get into the next bid cycle.” blowers. This is not just lip-service.” Prior to currently stands at $4 million. — AFP THURSDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2015 SPORTS Panthers handling talk of unbeaten NFL season

CHARLOTTE: The Carolina Panthers are the NFL’s sole unbeaten side at 11-0 following the New England Patriots loss on Sunday. Now the focus is solely on the Panthers. Talk of an unbeaten season has begun to permeate the team’s locker room, with players being peppered with more questions after each victory about matching the 1972 Miami Dolphins as the NFL’s only unblem- ished team. Rather than fight it, some Panthers are just enjoying the ride. “Hey, winning is fun, it’s very fun,” veteran center Ryan Kalil said. “As far as the undefeated stuff, all I know is it’s really hard to win every week.” But not impossible, safety Roman Harper said. “Why can’t we?” Harper asked, of going 19-0. “We just have to don’t worry about it, and when we get there, we get there.” Added defensive tackle Dwan Edwards: “The way our team is playing it’s going to take us to not play well on a Sunday for a team to beat us.” Carolina’s schedule certainly lends itself to a possible run at perfection. The Panthers travel to New Orleans on Sunday before finishing the season with a home-and away series with slumping Atlanta, at the New York Giants, and at home against Tampa Bay. None of those teams are particularly playing well. The Saints have lost four straight games, the Falcons three, and the Giants two. The Buccaneers are probably playing the best of their remaining foes having won three of their last five, but they too lost last weekend 25-12 to Indianapolis. Quarterback Cam Newton said his approach was to remain focused on the Saints, a team the Panthers beat 27-22 at home without Drew Brees in September. “We aren’t trying to get lured in by what others may think,” Newton said of a potentially perfect season. “Our main focus - and we are already reminded by what coach XCGC Els winner (Ron) Rivera says - is to become 12-0 first.” The Panthers, who haven’t lost a regular sea- Xerox Corporate Golf Challenge son game in more than a full year, returned to practice on Tuesday for the first time since a concludes 2015 qualifiers dominating 33-14 win over the Dallas Cowboys last Thursday. Carolina has the third most points DUBAI: The 17th edition of the Xerox was Chris Elms, Hole 4’s Sport360Nearest in the NFL and given up the third fewest. Yet, Corporate Golf Challenge announced the the Pin was Robert Barker, and Hole 11’s Rivera has kept his players focused by reminding successful conclusion of its last qualifying Crystal Gallery Nearest the Pin was Omer I. them they haven’t played a complete game yet. round at the Els Club Golf, Dubai, UAE, Khan. East Springer won Aramex Longest Rivera has an extra carrot to dangle in front of which was played on Thursday, November Drive at Hole 9, and Cliff MacDonald won his players this week: If the Panthers beat the 26, 2015. PWS Longest Drive at Hole 13. Saints, they’ll clinch their third straight NFC SEATTLE: In this Oct. 18, 2015, file photo, Carolina Panthers tight end Greg Olsen, foreground, The winners were Srinivasan 80 Finalists from 14 Qualifying Rounds South championship. tries to elude Seattle Seahawks outside linebacker K.J. Wright, in the second half of an NFL Satyamurthy and Manish Joshi, with a score across 7 countries will compete in Ras Al football game, in Seattle. When Carolina tight end Greg Olsen and Kansas City safety Eric Berry of 41. Runners-up, Craig Hanson and Khaimah (RAK) for the opportunity to win Refocused had life-changing experiences away from football, the logical next step was finding ways to Theuns Webb claimed second place with a the 2015 Grand Prize. The Grand Final will In some respects, it seems a foregone conclu- help the causes that helped them. — AP score of 40 (count back), edging Neil be held on Saturday, December 12, 2015 sion, but when you’re looking to keep a team ed 12-0 before suffering its only loss of the sea- simply isn’t one that is being tossed around a Heywood and Yuette Heywood, who scored and Sunday, December 13, 2015, at Tower from looking too far ahead anything helps. “If son. The coach said losing that Dec. 2, 1985 Panthers locker room that has suddenly been 40, into third place. They are the last teams Links and Al Hamra golf courses, Ras Al you start talking about undefeated seasons and game to the Dolphins on a Monday night was swarmed by national media attention. “We don’t to be selected for the 36-hole, 2-day grand Khaimah, UAE. Visit www.xeroxcgc.com for trips to the Super Bowl you’re not focusing on actually a good thing for the Bears. want to get ahead of ourselves,” said Harper, a final that will be held at Tower Links and Al more information. The tournament’s the details of what you’re doing and who we “The Miami loss refocused us,” Rivera said. “It member of the 2009 Saints that started 13-0 and Hamra golf courses, Ras Al Khaimah, UAE, in announcements and action can be followed have to play next,” Rivera said. “... Our message was (good) at the time for us. Could we have went on to win Super Bowl XLIV. “We are in a December 2015. on social media through #XCGC2015. here is very clear - we have a ways to go and a been a good undefeated team, yeah, the ‘85 whole bunch of one-game playoffs. We have to Winner of Hole 2’s ECCO Nearest the Pin lot of thing to improve upon.” team might have been. But we’ll never know.” control the controllable. ... (But) we know that if Rivera was a linebacker for the 1985 Super He doesn’t know if a loss would be good for we play the way we’re capable of playing we have Kings dealt another Bowl champion Chicago Bears, a team that start- the Panthers or not. Right now, the word losing a great chance of winning every game.” — AP blow, coach walks out Penguins beat Sharks 5-1 for CAPE TOWN: Embattled South African prop Lizo Gqoboka and wing Luther Obi, Super Rugby side the Southern Kings were the latter two to the Bulls who are also said first win in San Jose since ’97 dealt another blow when head coach Brent to be in talks with Sylvian Mahuza, Janse van Rensburg resigned yesterday, Thembelani Bholi and Tim Agaba. two weeks after being appointed. Watson said that despite the setbacks SAN JOSE: Evgeni Malkin had a goal and two assists The cash-strapped Eastern Province the Kings, South Africa’s sixth franchise in and Phil Kessel scored twice to help the Pittsburgh Rugby Union (EPR), who have temporarily an expanded 18-team Super Rugby tourna- Penguins get their first win in San Jose in more than 18 handed over the running of the Port ment in 2016, were confident of being years, 5-1 over the Sharks on Tuesday. David Perron Elizabeth-based franchise to the South ready for their tournament opener against added a goal and an assist and Matt Cullen also scored African Rugby Union, confirmed they were the Sharks in Port Elizabeth on Feb. 27. for the Penguins, who had lost 10 straight at the Shark seeking a replacement. “We are in regular discussion with the Tank. Pittsburgh had gone winless in 12 games here Janse van Rensburg had led the team in SA Rugby Union, who have taken over the since beating San Jose 5-2 on Oct. 22, 1997, garnering only one tie during the skid. Patrick Marleau scored for the domestic Currie Cup this year and was organisation of the franchise, on the way the Sharks, who have lost two of three at home follow- appointed to coach the Super Rugby side forward and there is much work being ing a perfect six-game road trip. Martin Jones made 24 on Nov 18. Neither he nor the EPR offered done behind the scenes to ensure the saves. any explanation for his resignation. Southern Kings squad is properly prepared “We appreciate Brent’s commitment to for its return to Super Rugby in February,” CANADIENS 2, BLUE JACKETS 1 the task assigned to him and the many Watson said. Meanwhile, Eddie Jones has Montreal winger Max Pacioretty scored a late power- hours he worked in preparing the team for missed his first official day on the job as play goal to give the Canadiens a 2-1 win over the various competitions this year,” EPR presi- England head coach because he is yet to Columbus Blue Jackets at the Bell Centre. Paul Byron dent Cheeky Watson said in a statement. receive a work visa. The Australian, who also scored for the Canadiens (19-4-3) while Nick The Kings have lost a number of players was appointed on Nov. 20 and was due to Foligno replied for Columbus. Montreal goaltender Mike in recent weeks after they were able to report for work on Tuesday, is still stuck in Condon stopped 22 shots, with Sergei Bobrovsky mak- break their contracts due to the non-pay- Tokyo waiting for the Japanese embassy to ing 24 for the Blue Jackets. ment of salaries. clear his paperwork, according to a report They included captain Tim Whitehead, in the Times. — Reuters FLYERS 4, SENATORS 2 The Philadelphia Flyers extended their winning DETROIT: Detroit Red Wings defenseman Danny DeKeyser (65) defends Buffalo Sabres center Sam streak to three games by defeating the Ottawa Senators Reinhart (23) as he tries to shoot in the third period of an NHL hockey game Tuesday in Detroit. — AP 4-2 at Canadian Tire Centre. Winger Wayne Simmonds WILD 2, BLACKHAWKS 1 the Dallas Stars. Trailing 3-0 heading into the third peri- Mercedes boss says driver scored the winner late in the second period, and Sean Minnesota defenseman Ryan Suter scored the game- od, the Flames waged a furious comeback to force over- Couturier iced it with an empty-netter 1:45 from the winning goal at 12:04 of the third period to lift the Wild to time. final buzzer. Defensemen Shayne Gostisbehere and discord is major weakness a 2-1 road victory over the Chicago Blackhawks at the Evgeny Medvedev had the Flyers’ other goals. Zack United Center. Suter stuffed the puck into the net after KINGS 2, CANUCKS 1 (OVERTIME) Smith and Mike Hoffman replied for the Senators. LONDON: The difficult relationship Wolff of the decision to pair Hamilton, Blackhawks goaltender Corey Crawford had made an ini- Anze Kopitar scored the game-winning goal at 2:02 tial save on Wild forward Mikael Granlund. of overtime as the Los Angeles Kings earned a 2-1 victo- between Lewis Hamilton and Nico who joined from McLaren in 2013, and AVALANCHE 2, DEVILS 1 ry over the Vancouver Canucks at Staples Center. Kopitar Rosberg has become a weakness for Rosberg. “Going forward, we will consider Colorado winger Matt Duchene and defenseman FLAMES 4, STARS 3 (SHOOTOUT) cashed in with his eighth goal of the season, converting Formula One champions Mercedes and it if it is the best set-up for the team. Tyson Barrie scored in the second period to spark the Johnny Gaudreau scored the game-deciding goal in an assist from Jeff Carter as the Kings (15-8-1) won for could affect future driver decisions, team Personality and character within the team Avalanche to a 2-1 win over the New Jersey Devils at the a shootout, leading the Calgary Flames to a 4-3 win over the third time in four games. — Reuters boss Toto Wolff warned yesterday. is a crucial ingredient for the team suc- Prudential Center. “We struggle sometimes in winning cess. “If we feel that it is not aligned with Goaltender Reto Berra made 27 saves as the races on Sunday and having always one the general consensus, spirit and philoso- Avalanche (10-14-1) continued the trend of alternating (driver) upset,” the Mercedes motorsport phy within the team, we might consider wins and losses in their last six games. The Avalanche NHL results/standings head told motorsport.com. that when we take a decision, in terms of have now won five in a row against the Devils, and eight of their last nine meetings. “And this spills over into the team. It is the driver line-up going forward.” Colorado 2, New Jersey 1; Montreal 2, Columbus 1; Philadelphia 4, Ottawa 2; Detroit 5, Buffalo 4 something that needs to stop.” Hamilton Hamilton has three more years while RED WINGS 5, SABRES 4 (SHOOTOUT) (SO); Florida 3, St. Louis 1; Nashville 5, Arizona 2; Minnesota 2, Chicago 1; Calgary 4, Dallas 3 and Rosberg have been rivals since their Rosberg is signed to the end of 2016 with Detroit’s Brad Richards scored the only goal of the (SO); Los Angeles 2, Vancouver 1 (OT); Pittsburgh 5, San Jose 1. early teens as team mates in karting but a team that this year won 16 of 19 races shootout to give the Red Wings a 5-4 victory over the Western Conference Eastern Conference the once-warm relationship has been and enjoyed a record 12 one-two finishes. Buffalo Sabres at Joe Louis Arena. Central Division Atlantic Division stretched to breaking point at dominant While Hamilton has spoken of seeing out WL OTLGFGAPTS Montreal 19 4 3 90 57 41 PANTHERS 3, BLUES 1 Detroit 13 8 4 61 64 30 Mercedes. his career with Mercedes, Rosberg’s posi- Dallas 19 5 1 88 66 39 Ottawa 12 7 5 78 72 29 The Briton and German were barely on tion would be weakened anyway if he fin- Derek MacKenzie scored twice in the second period St. Louis 15 7 3 66 61 33 Boston 13 8 1 73 64 27 speaking terms at times last season and ished second again next year. as the Florida Panthers scored a 3-1 win over the St. Nashville 13 7 4 64 62 30 Florida 11 9 4 63 60 26 Louis Blues to register their first three-game winning entered another frosty phase this year Wolff indicated the drivers’ behaviour Chicago 13 9 3 68 64 29 Tampa Bay 11 11 3 59 58 25 streak of the season. MacKenzie had only one previous Buffalo 10 12 3 58 67 23 after Hamilton clinched his second title in off the track was also important. “I think it two-goal game in his NHL career, on March 12, 2011, Minnesota 12 7 4 65 62 28 Toronto 8 11 5 56 66 21 a row and third overall in Texas in is important to have talented and fast when he was playing for the Columbus Blue Jackets Winnipeg 11 12 2 67 80 24 Metropolitan Division NY Rangers 17 6 2 74 53 36 October. drivers in the car. But we want to work against the Carolina Hurricanes. Colorado 10 14 1 73 76 21 Pacific Division Washington 17 5 1 75 51 35 Rosberg ended the season in Abu with nice guys,” he said. “We are having Pittsburgh 14 8 2 57 55 30 Dhabi on Sunday with his third succes- huge unity within the team, but the diffi- PREDATORS 5, COYOTES 2 Los Angeles 15 8 1 60 51 31 NY Islanders 13 8 4 72 62 30 sive win and sixth pole position in a row, cult relationship of the drivers is one of Taking advantage of loose play by Arizona defense- San Jose 14 10 0 67 63 28 New Jersey 12 10 2 57 59 26 a run that soured Hamilton’s mood and our weaknesses. And that is not good.” men, the Nashville Predators rallied with four third-peri- Arizona 13 10 1 67 70 27 Philadelphia 10 10 5 49 67 25 od goals for a 5-2 win over the Coyotes at Bridgestone Vancouver 9 9 8 70 71 26 Carolina 8 12 4 50 70 20 left him questioning the strategy. “The biggest weakness is the dynamic Columbus 10 16 0 61 78 20 “We took the decision of having two of the relationship between the drivers- Arena. Nashville (13-7-4) capitalized on giveaways in Anaheim 9 11 5 51 65 23 Note: Overtime losses (OTL) are worth one point Arizona’s defensive zone, with Mike Ribeiro notching the Calgary 9 14 2 60 90 20 in the standings and are not included in the loss evenly matched drivers in order to make and sometimes between the drivers and equalizing goal at 2:33 after a bad pass by Oliver Ekman- Edmonton 8 15 2 62 77 18 column (L). the team progress faster and better,” said the team.” — Reuters Larsson. THURSDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2015 SPORTS Smith, Boult feature in ICC test and ODI teams of the year

NEW DELHI: Australia captain Steven Currently the top-ranked team in the combinations and took into account sever- Bangladesh’s growing ODI reputation Hazlewood (Aus); 12th man: Ravichandran Smith and New Zealand paceman Trent five-day format, South Africa had no repre- al factors in overall performances,” added was reflected with 20-year-old left-arm Ashwin (Ind) Boult made the International Cricket sentative in the test squad, while Kiwi bats- the former leg-spinner. pace bowler Mustafizur Rahman becoming ICC ODI Team of the Year 2015: Council’s (ICC) test as well as one-day inter- man Kane Williamson was left out of the Australia, England and Pakistan had the first player from his country to make Tillakaratne Dilshan (SL), Hashim Amla national team of the year announced yes- ODI side despite being the leading run- three players each in the test squad while the ODI team. (SA), Kumar Sangakkara (SL-wicketkeep- terday. scorer in the qualification period. New Zealand had two in Boult and ICC Test Team of the Year: David Warner er), AB de Villiers (SA) (captain), Steven England skipper Alastair Cook was “Testament to the quality of cricket Williamson. De Villiers has two compatriots (Aus), Alastair Cook (Eng-captain), Kane Smith (Aus), Ross Taylor (NZ) Trent Boult named captain of the test side while South played is the calibre of players to have in the ODI squad-batsman Hashim Amla Williamson (NZ), Younus Khan (Pak), Steven (NZ), Mohammed Shami (Ind), Mitchell Africa’s AB de Villiers was put in charge of missed out on selection,” Kumble said in an and leggie Imran Tahir-which also included Smith (Aus), Joe Root (Eng), Sarfraz Ahmed Starc (Aus), Mustafizur Rahman (Bang), the one-day team by a special panel head- ICC statement. “While selecting these recently retired Sri Lankan great Kumar (Pak- wicketkeeper), Stuart Broad (Eng), Imran Tahir (SA); 12th man: Joe Root ed by former India captain Anil Kumble. squads, the selectors considered various Sangakkara as the wicketkeeper. Trent Boult (NZ), Yasir Shah (Pak), Josh (Eng). — Reuters Cairns result hurts fixing fight: Analysts

LONDON: A file combination image shows former New Zealand cricketer Chris Cairns (L) taken in London on November 30, and ex-Indian Premier League chairman Lalit Modi (R) taken in London on March 5, 2012. The acquittal of former New Zealand captain Chris Cairns on match-fixing-linked perjury charges is a serious blow for efforts to stamp out corruption in cricket, commentators said yesterday. Charges were brought against Cairns after he sued Indian Premier League chairman Lalit Modi for libel in 2012 over a 2010 tweet in which the administrator accused him of match-fixing. — AFP

WELLINGTON: The acquittal of former nationals. Cricket historian Gideon Haigh New Zealand captain Chris Cairns on said the ICC anti-corruption unit already match-fixing-linked perjury charges is a had a credibility problem before the Cairns serious blow for efforts to stamp out cor- case, citing the July acquittal of Indian ruption in cricket, commentators said yes- paceman Shanthakumaran Sreesanth and NEW DELHI: Indian captain Virat Kohli catches a ball during a training session ahead of the fourth Test cricket match between India and South terday. A London court on Monday cleared two other players of spot-fixing. Haigh said Africa at The Feroz Shah Kotla Stadium in New Delhi yesterday. — AFP Cairns of perjury and perverting the course the case against Cairns was not helped by of justice after prosecutors failed to con- the fact that the prosecution’s star witness, vince a jury of his guilt over the course of a former Kiwi batsman Lou Vincent, was a Kohli: India wants to be nine-week trial. confessed match-fixer who had been New Zealand Herald journalist Dylan banned form cricket for life. “After the col- Cleaver, who originally broke the story that lapse of the three IPL (Sreesanth) spot-fix- the ICC’s anti-corruption unit was investi- ing cases, the game’s anti-corruption ram- ‘ruthless’ in final test gating Cairns, said the result was a triumph parts, where they exist at all, appear decid- for the former all-rounder. edly porous,” he wrote in The Australian But he said the treatment of witnesses broadsheet. NEW DELHI: India aims to be “ruthless” in the reply from the Indian cricket board. tour by winning the one-day internationals and such as current Black Caps skipper Brendon final test against South Africa despite having “I think the pitches have been discussed too Twenty20 series we would like to win this match McCullum would have players questioning ‘Too much smoke’ taken a winning 2-0 lead in the four-game much. No one talks about the Adelaide test and make it 2-1. We’ve got the England series why they should come forward to report New Zealand Cricket Players’ Association series,” captain Virat Kohli said yesterday. “We (Australia vs New Zealand day-night game) very close, two weeks after we get back. It’s very corruption. “Who’s going to want to be the chief Heath Mills said the case showed the want to be ruthless and will try to go 3-0 up,” which ended in two and a half days. People important for us to get back to winning ways next one to put their heads above the para- police, not the ICC, needed to be in charge Kohli said ahead of the match starting Thursday don’t talk about the number of times teams have and cap it off well,” Amla said. pet and expose themselves to a skilled of investigating corruption. in Delhi. “We will not be experimenting just been bowled out for less than 100 in South South Africa had won a five-game ODI series advocate who makes a living from shaping “This is criminal activity,” he told com- because we have won the series. We want to cre- Africa but pitches are highlighted in India,” Kohli 3-2 and a three-game T20 series 2-0. “It’s been a words to suit an argument?” he said. mercial radio. “It’s run by significant mafia ate a hard-working side with a winning culture. said. Kohli, who will lead India for the first time challenge against good bowlers on difficult “Nobody, that’s who,” he concluded, not- groups around the world. We need experts The team is in a good space and we will go all on his home ground, said he was not giving a tracks. It has been exciting with the games con- ing that players who cooperated with fighting that and with the powers to fight out for a win.” thought to whether the pitch at the Feroze Shah densed into three days. But as a batsman, you investigators had confidential testimony that.” Cricket writer for the London India won the first test at Mohali by 104 runs, Kotla Stadium will also help turn as much. are never settled,” he added. Amla said pace leaked, then had their characters assassi- Telegraph Scyld Berry said the Cairns case and the third at Nagpur by 124 runs. The second “We’re confident of our abilities whether the bowler Dale Steyn would miss a third consecu- nated by defence lawyers. Former England lifted the lid to give “a tantalising glimpse test at Bangalore was a rain-affected draw. The game lasts three days or four or five. The pitch tive test owing to a groin injury he got during captain Mike Atherton, writing in The Times of the corruption in cricket, before being Nagpur pitch, where South Africa folded for only being different won’t change our mindset. We’ve the opening test but that the team was not look- of London, echoed the sentiment. slammed shut”. 79 in the first innings, has been termed “poor” by come to win,” Kohli said. ing to experiment even though the series was “The verdict... could impact upon the “The not-guilty verdict in the Cairns trial match referee Jeff Crowe in his report to the South Africa captain Hashim Amla hopes to already lost. “It’s important to win and salvage sport’s fight against corruption, if, as a allows us to think that the sport is pretty International Cricket Council which awaits a end the series on a high. “Since we started this some pride,” said Amla. — AP result, players think twice about whistle- clean... But there is too much smoke, if not blowing and authorities long and hard outright fire, to be complacent about about bringing cases to court,” he wrote. match-fixing and spot-fixing,” he said. Radio Manziel benched as Browns pick Davis Charges were brought against Cairns New Zealand sports editor Stephen Hewson after he sued Indian Premier League chair- said the case left Kiwi cricket’s reputation BEREA: Johnny Manziel is still grounded. Benched moved one spot up the depth chart but the backup franchise’ woes. On Monday, Davis replaced an man Lalit Modi for libel in 2012 over a 2010 “tarnished but not tattered”. “Having said for bad behavior, Manziel will remain on the side- role isn’t what he envisioned or what the Browns injured McCown and threw a tying touchdown pass tweet in which the administrator accused that, whenever there are upset results or line after Browns coach Mike Pettine picked quar- had in mind when they selected the 2012 Heisman and moved the Browns into position for a winning him of match-fixing. The allegations against out of the ordinary performances at cricket terback Austin Davis to start Sunday against the Trophy winner in the first round of the 2014 draft. field goal. But Travis Coons’ 51-yard attempt was him resurfaced in December 2013 when matches, there’s always that thought at the Cincinnati Bengals. Manziel, who spent part of the offseason in a blocked by the Ravens and returned by Will Hill 64 the International Cricket Council confirmed back of one’s mind - is that genuine?” he Manziel was recently stripped of his starting job rehab facility specializing in alcohol and drug abuse yards for a TD as time expired, sending the Browns it was investigating match-fixing claims said. “Hardly good for the ongoing reputa- by Pettine after a video surfaced of the second-year treatment, is 1-2 as a starter this season. He faced (2-9) to their sixth straight loss. involving three former New Zealand inter- tion of the game.” — AFP quarterback partying in Texas during the team’s bye Cincinnati last month and completed 15 of 33 pass- Davis completed 7 of 10 passes - he went for 6 week. With starter Josh McCown done for the sea- es for 168 yards and a touchdown in a 31-10 loss. for 6 on the scoring drive - for 77 yards. The Browns son with a broken collarbone, Pettine had to pro- Manziel bounced back the next week and passed signed the 26-year-old Davis in September and mote one of his backups and chose Davis, who for 372 yards against Pittsburgh, a performance that gave him a two-year contract shortly after he came off the bench in the fourth quarter of Monday offered a glimpse at his potential. arrived. night’s loss to Baltimore. But after promising Pettine and Cleveland’s Pettine praised Davis’ mental approach and work Pettine is only committing to Davis, would went coaches he would not be a distraction during his ethic. “He is as prepared as any quarterback that I’ve 3-5 in eight starts for St. Louis last season, as his time away, Manziel was back in the nightclubs. been around,” Pettine said. “He’s relentless in that starter for this week. “We’ll revisit this,” Pettine said Pettine said the 22-year-old violated the team’s way so I think he goes into games with, in his mind, Wednesday. “These are two players that we both trust and held Manziel accountable be demoting I think processing speed that he’s rehearsed it so want to see play is the bottom line. I don’t want to him to third string. many times in his head that I think he gets the ball declare, ‘Hey, this is what it’s going to be from here Pettine said his decision on starting Davis this out and he’s decisive.” on out.’ These are two young quarterbacks that week is not a reflection of his actions against Pettine says Davis is also respected, mobile and have upside and we want to see what that upside is. Manziel. “To me, it’s more about Austin and seeing has some arm strength.”He’s young and hasn’t had a Austin’s the guy for this week.” what he can do than length of punishment,” Pettine ton of starts and what he’s shown us on the practice Manziel was surprisingly active for Monday’s said. Davis is the 24th quarterback to start for the field and the little bit that he got in the game has all game, serving as Cleveland’s No. 3 quarterback. He’s Browns since 1999, turnover that underscores the been encouraging,” he said. — AP

NEW DELHI: South Africa’s Faf du Plessis bats during the training session ahead of the fourth Test cricket match between India and South Africa at the Feroz Shah Kotla stadium in New Delhi yestertday. — AFP WI struggle in rain-hit Australia tour opener BRISBANE: The West Indies struggled on the Bravo was dropped on one trying to slog rain-hit opening day of their Australian tour legspinner Cameron Boyce out of the ground against a modestly talented Cricket Australia but remained unbeaten at stumps. The XI in Brisbane yesterday. Only 60 overs’ play tourists were 52-2 when lunch was taken ear- was possible on the first day of the four-day ly. After resuming they lost three wickets for game at Allan Border Field ahead of next 31 before Bravo and captain Jason Holder week’s first Test in Hobart. The Windies were steadied the ship. restricted to 154 for six with Darren Bravo not Holder struck two fours and a six in his out 46 at stumps. 34-ball knock of 26, dominating a sixth- The inexperienced tourists gave no wicket stand of 32 before being caught grounds for optimism about the upcoming behind off Queensland quick Simon three-Test series, even though the CA XI fea- Milenko (2-33). Bravo put on 39 for the tured six players new to first-class cricket. The unbroken seventh wicket with Carlos lowly-ranked Windies rested pace spearhead Brathwaite (25 not out), the highest stand Jerome Taylor but their batting line-up was so far of the innings. Rain forced the players NETANYA: Finland’s gold medalist Jenna Laukkanen (C), Belgium’s silver medalist Fanny Lecluyse (L) and Russia’s bronze medalist Natalia expected to be the same as for the Bellerive off the field for the final time 30 minutes Ivaneeva (R) pose on the podium with their medals won in the women’s 50m breaststroke event at the 18th European Short Course Swimming Oval Test starting on December 10. into the last session. — AFP Championships in the Israeli Coastal city of Netanya yesterday. — AFP THURSDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2015 SPORTS Rio Olympic water badly polluted, even far offshore

RIO DE JANEIRO: Olympic sailor Erik Heil Sampling sites floated a novel idea to protect himself from That disparity has surfaced in AP’s test- the sewage-infested waters he and other ing in Rio, where the water often falls with- athletes will compete in during next year’s in safe levels of fecal bacteria, but the same games: He’d wear plastic overalls and peel water sample shows levels of viruses akin them off when he was safely past the con- to raw sewage. Many of the testing points taminated waters nearest shore. show spikes in bacterial contamination, too Heil, 26, was treated at a Berlin hospital - especially in the Olympic lagoon and in for MRSA, a flesh-eating bacteria, shortly the marina where sailors launch crafts. after sailing in an Olympic test event in Rio Rio’s waterways, like those of many in August. But his strategy to avoid a repeat developing nations, are extremely contami- infection won’t limit his risk. A new round of nated because most of the city’s sewage is testing by The Associated Press shows the not treated, let alone collected. Massive city’s Olympic waterways are as rife with amounts of it flow straight into Guanabara pathogens far offshore as they are nearer Bay. The Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon and the land, where raw sewage flows into them famous Copacabana Beach also are heavily from fetid rivers and storm drains. That contaminated. Rio won the right to host means there is no dilution factor in the bay the Olympics based on a lengthy bid docu- or lagoon where events will take place and ment that promised to clean up the city’s no less risk to the health of athletes like scenic waterways by improving sewage sailors competing farther from the shore. sanitation, a pledge that was intended to “Those virus levels are widespread. It’s be one of the event’s biggest legacies. not just along the shoreline but it’s else- Brazilian officials now acknowledge that where in the water, therefore it’s going to won’t happen. The AP’s first published increase the exposure of the people who results were based on samples taken along come into contact with those waters,” said the shores of the lagoon where rowing and Kristina Mena, an expert in waterborne canoeing events will be held. Other sam- viruses and an associate professor of public ples were drawn from the marina where health at the University of Texas Health sailors enter the water and in the Science Center at Houston. “We’re talking Copacabana Beach surf, where marathon Sixers beat Lakers about an extreme environment, where the and triathlon swimming will take place. pollution is so high that exposure is immi- Ipanema Beach, popular with tourists and nent and the chance of infection very like- where many of the expected 350,000 for- ly.” In July, the AP reported that its first eign visitors will take a dip during the to end losing skid round of tests showed disease-causing games, was also tested. viruses directly linked to human sewage at Since then, the AP expanded its testing levels up to 1.7 million times what would to include offshore sampling sites inside PHILADELPHIA: Kobe Bryant won over the fans. Arena. Wall was 14 of 24 from the field and had and fell to 2-7 at home this season. The Magic be considered highly alarming in the U.S. or Olympic sailing courses in Guanabara Bay He just couldn’t beat the previously winless 10 assists. Bradley Beal scored 18 and Marcin led by as many as 17 in the third quarter. Europe. Experts said athletes were compet- and in the middle of the lagoon where row- Philadelphia 76ers. With the spotlight on Bryant Gortat added 15 points with 11 rebounds for the Minnesota had it tied with 4:30 to play, but went ing in the viral equivalent of raw sewage ing and canoeing lanes were located dur- during the final game of his career in his home- Wizards. 3:40 without a bucket late in the fourth. and exposure to dangerous health risks ing recent test events. The tests found the town, the Sixers stole the show and defeated the almost certain. lagoon and bay to be consistently virus- Los Angeles Lakers 103-91 on Tuesday night for GRIZZLIES 113, PELICANS 104 MAVERICKS 115, TAIL BLAZERS 112 The results sent shockwaves through laden throughout, but it also captured a their first victory of the season. The Sixers had Marc Gasol scored a career-high 38 points Deron Williams had a season-high 30 points the global athletic community, with sports spike in the bacterial fecal coliforms in the lost their first 18 games, and 28 overall dating to and grabbed 13 rebounds as Memphis defeated as Dallas won 115 112 in overtime in Wesley officials pledging to do their own viral test- lagoon - to over 16 times the amount per- last season - the longest skid in the history of New Orleans. The Pelicans lost despite the return Matthews’ first trip back to Portland since sign- ing to ensure the waters were safe for com- mitted under Brazilian law. major professional sports in the United States. of starting guard Tyreke Evans and top reserve ing with the Mavericks as a free agent. Dirk petition in next year’s games. Those prom- Mena, the waterborne virus expert, said But they remained tied for the worst start in NBA Norris Cole. Evans had 20 points and 10 assists, Nowitzki added 28 points and Matthews fin- ises took on further urgency in August, it makes sense for athletes to think that history with the 2009-10 New Jersey Nets, who but that wasn’t enough to overcome a Grizzlies ished with 18 points in his return as the Mavs after pre-Olympic rowing and sailing deeper into the bay and lagoon would be also opened 0-18. It was the first win for the squad that scored 52 points in the paint and snapped a four-game losing streak on the road. events in Rio led to illnesses among ath- safer, but the testing doesn’t bear that out. Sixers since March 25 at Denver. Bryant, who will missed only one of 26 free throws. Gasol was 11 Matthews hit consecutive 3-pointers to pull the letes nearly double the acceptable limit in “One would expect to see more fluctua- end his 20-year career this season, opened the of 22 from the field and made all 16 of his foul Mavericks to 89-85 as Dallas closed in on the U.S. for swimmers in recreational tions with the levels of any pathogen in the first leg of his farewell tour in his hometown and shots. Zach Randolph added 14 points, while Portland in regulation. Nowitzki’s 3-pointer nar- waters. water, but it’s not there,” she said. As a was feted with the kind of reverence and grati- Courtney Lee and Matt Barnes scored 13 each. rowed it to 96-94 before his tip shot tied it, and Nevertheless, Olympic and World Health result, none of the venues are fit for swim- tude normally reserved for a Sixers great. He Anthony Davis had 17 points, 14 rebounds and Damian Lillard missed a 3 at the buzzer to send Organization officials have flip-flopped on mers or boaters, she said. Athletes who buried a 3-pointer off the opening tip and hit career high-tying nine blocked shots for the the game into overtime. promises to carry out viral testing in the ingest three teaspoons of water have a 99 another 3 on the next possession. Bryant made Pelicans. But he struggled with his shooting, wake of the AP’s July report. Now, the AP’s percent chance of being infected by virus- it 3 for 3 and had the Philly crowd chanting “M-V- going 4 of 15 from the field and 8 of 13 on free NETS 94, SUNS 91 most recent tests since August show not es. That assessment was echoed by P!” as he turned back the clock to his champi- throws. Ryan Anderson scored 16 for New Brook Lopez scored 23 points as Brooklyn only no improvement in water quality - but Brazilian virologist Fernando Spilki, coordi- onship form. He scored 20 points on 7-of-26 Orleans, which has lost three straight. beat Phoenix for its fourth consecutive win at that the water is even more widely contam- nator of the environmental quality pro- shooting and made four 3s. Robert Covington home. Brooklyn reserves Shane Larkin and inated than previously known. The number gram at Feevale University in southern scored 23 points for the Sixers. MAGIC 96, TIMBERWOLVES 93 Wayne Ellington each had 11 points and both of viruses found over a kilometer from the Brazil, who is conducting monthly tests for Nikola Vucevic had 18 points and 12 made a basket in the brief flurry that helped the shore in Guanabara Bay, where sailors com- the AP. “Samples from the sailing courses WIZARDS 97, CAVALIERS 85 rebounds as Orlando topped Minnesota for its Nets win consecutive games for the first time pete at high speeds and get utterly and inside the lagoon prove that the virus- John Wall scored a season-high 35 points as fourth straight victory. Elfrid Payton had 14 this season. Jarrett Jack also scored 11 and drenched, are equal to those found along es are present even away from the shore, Washington handed Cleveland its first home loss points and eight rebounds, and Andrew added eight assists. Brandon Knight scored 26 shorelines closer to sewage sources. away from the sources of pollution, and of the season. The Wizards, who never trailed, Nicholson scored 15 for the Magic, who have points and Eric Bledsoe had 17 for the Suns, who that they maintain extremely high viral scored the first 10 points of the game and went won four straight for the first time since had a long dry spell from the field in the fourth Viruses are too high loads,” he said. on a 9-0 run to begin the second half in snap- December 2012. Andrew Wiggins scored 27 quarter after leading by nine earlier in the peri- “The levels of viruses are so high in ping a four-game losing streak. LeBron James points for the Timberwolves, but missed a free od. They botched their final possession trailing these Brazilian waters that if we saw those Rowers got sick had 24 points, but the Cavaliers lost for the first throw with 5.6 seconds to play that would have by three with 4 seconds remaining. The Suns fell levels here in the United States on beaches, Athletes in Rio test events have tried time in 10 games this season at Quicken Loans tied the game. Minnesota shot just 37.7 percent to 1-1 on their six-game road trip. — AP officials would likely close those beaches,” many tricks and treatments to avoid falling Mena said. ill, including bleaching rowing oars, hosing Brazilian, Olympic and WHO officials off their bodies the second they finish com- Bouchard to now say Brazil needs only to carry out test- peting, and preemptively taking antibiotics ing for bacterial “markers” of pollution to - which have no effect on viruses. determine water quality. That’s the stan- Despite those efforts, athletes at a com- make comeback dard used by nations around the globe, petition in August still fell ill. The World mostly because it’s been historically easier Rowing Federation reported that 6.7 per- and cheaper. The WHO on Wednesday said cent of 567 rowers got sick at a junior cham- in Hobart it had no comment on the AP’s latest find- pionships event in Rio. The International ings. The Rio 2016 Olympic organizing Sailing Federation said just over 7 percent SYDNEY: Glamour girl Eugenie Bouchard will attempt committee said in an emailed statement of sailors competing at a mid-August to get her career back on track at the Hobart that “the health and safety of athletes is Olympic warm-up event in Guanabara Bay International, she said Wednesday, after a head injury always a top priority and there is no doubt fell ill - but the federation has not conduct- scuppered the end of her 2015 season. The 21-year-old, that water within the field of play meets ed a full count of how many athletes got named one of the most marketable athletes in the the relevant standards.” sick in the two weeks following the compe- world this year, showed her huge potential by making “Rio 2016 follows the expert advice of tition, the rough incubation period for her first Grand Slam semi-final at the Australian Open in the World Health Organization, whose many of the pathogens in the water. 2014. guidelines for Safe Recreational Water Mena and other experts say it’s difficult She followed up that year by reaching the French Environments recommend classifying to put those figures into international con- Open semi-final and Wimbledon final, reaching a water through a regular program of micro- text as each geographic location has unique career-high world ranking of five in October 2014. But bial water quality testing.” threats. But in the U.S., for instance, the she suffered a big setback at the US Open in September However, in recent years technological Environmental Protection Agency’s maxi- advances have made it simpler and less mum illness rate for swimming is 3.6 per- when she sustained a head injury after slipping in the expensive to monitor viral levels, too. That’s cent - and many experts say that is too high. locker room. She was forced to pull out of her fourth- why many in the scientific communities in The German sailor, Heil, was one of those round match at Flushing Meadows with concussion and the U.S. and Europe are pushing for legisla- who got sick at the Rio test event. “I’ve nev- remained troubled as she later withdrew from an event tion that would require viral testing of er had infections on my legs. Never!” he in Wuhan, China, and retired midway through a first- water. They argue that repeated studies wrote on the German sailing team’s blog in round match in Beijing with dizziness. dating back decades have shown little to late August as he underwent painful treat- The Canadian did not contest another tour event this no correlation between the levels of bacte- ment to scrape the infections off his hips year and has slipped to 49 in the world. She has filed a ria pathogens in water, which quickly break and legs. “The origin must be the Marina da lawsuit against the United States Tennis Association down in salty and sunny conditions like Gloria. In the future, we will try to travel to claiming negligence. those in tropical Brazil, and the presence of Rio right before the start of any event, so “I want to start my 2016 season strongly and am viruses, which have been shown to last for that any diseases that show up only occur hoping to get high quality matches in Hobart,” she said months, and in some cases years. when we are already back home.” — AP in a statement ahead of the tournament starting on January 10, a lead-up event to the Australian Open in Melbourne the following week. “The tournament is played on the same surface as the Australian Open and will help me prepare for Melbourne. I’ve had great success in Australia in the past and can’t wait to experience a new city.” — AFP Eugenie Bouchard Bad boys Tomic, Kyrgios turned corner: TA chief

SYDNEY: Bad boys Nick Kyrgios and Bernard expected them to be on their best behaviour at Australia and was suspended for a Davis Cup tie. Tomic have matured and turned the corner, their home Grand Slam, the Australian Open, He was also arrested over a raucous penthouse Tennis Australia chief Craig Tiley says, after a sea- next month. party in Miami, while outspoken Kyrgios’s sex son which will be remembered for all the wrong “I’d love nothing more than both Bernie and slur at Stan Wawrinka in August sparked sting- reasons. Both players endured turbulent years Nick to have a great 2016, as we all would,” Tiley, ing criticism from fellow players. with on and off court controversies, including who is also tournament director of the season’s Tiley said he has had conversations with both brushes with officialdom and the law, overshad- first major at Melbourne Park, told Wednesday’s players. “We’ve got a good relationship with owing anything they did on court. The Australian newspaper. “There’s no rifts; no both of them, no question,” he said. “I spent Despite being the nation’s top-ranked play- animosity between Tennis Australia and those time with Bernie in the UK when he played ers, neither was considered as nominees for the two guys. They are making a real go of a profes- Davis Cup and in my view he is saying all the prestigious Newcombe Medal-which rewards sional tennis career. “They know what our right things. They are both different people and RIO DE JANEIRO: In this Nov. 5, 2015 photo, workers take a rest on two “eco-boats,” or Australia’s “most outstanding elite tennis player expectations are and when they meet them they are both extremely talented. “We’re fortu- garbage-collecting barges, at a canal in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The barges are a key and ambassador”. But Tiley said Tennis Australia they get rewarded and if they don’t, they don’t.” nate in Australia to have them among a group of part of authorities’ efforts to clean up Rio’s Guanabara Bay before it and other city had mended its fences with the pair and he During the past year Tomic clashed with Tennis good male players. That’s great for us.” — AFP waterways host swimming and boating competitions at the 2016 Olympics. — AP THURSDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2015 SPORTS Benzema pleads ‘misunderstanding’ in sextape blackmail case PARIS: Karim Benzema says his go-between role training camp on October 5. The former Lyon star in the Mathieu Valbuena sextape blackmail case says he had no need of money nor did one of the has been misunderstood as the Real Madrid strik- accused, Karim Zenati, as he was employed in one er prepares to explain himself on French TV yes- of Benzema’s companies. terday. The pre-recorded interview comes in the A police telephone tap however on Benzema wake of comments from French Prime Minister and his calls to Zenati cast doubts on their atti- Manuel Valls on Tuesday saying only players with tude. “I’m mad with myself for having talked that exemplary records should represent France at way on the phone, we went too far,” Benzema said Euro 2016. “It’s all a huge misunderstanding. All I of comments that appeared to mock Valbuena. was doing was trying to help. There’s nothing to The victim of the affair, Valbuena, in his first any of it, no blackmail or demands for money,” public comments told Le Monde last week he was Benzema told a judge in early November, accord- “very, very, very disappointed” by Benzema. ing to a Le Monde article published on Benzema’s lawyer Alain Jakubowicz told Wednesday. Wednesday’s le Parisien daily newspaper that the The scandal is a serious distraction to France player would use yesterday’s tv interview to apol- before they host Euro 2016 next year-Benzema ogise to Valbuena for those unfriendly remarks. has been banned from meeting Valbuena and The lawyer also used the Le Parisien to hit out neither was called up for France’s games against at the French prime minister’s comments over Germany and England recently. his clients potential exclusion from the France In sporting terms Benzema is seen as France’s squad asking : “Is this a prime minister’s words or top striker, but Les Blues have a wealth of other those of a Barcelona fan talking about a Real attacking options and a record of leaving trouble- Madrid player.” Valls hails from the Catalonia makers out of squads for international tourna- region and was in hot water himself in June for ments. The blackmail case began in June, when using a French government jet to fly himself and Valbuena lodged a complaint with police after his son to Berlin to the Champions League final being telephoned by a man who said he had the featuring Barcelona. sex tape. Four men, including a friend of Benzema, RIBEIRAO PRETO: In this June 10, 2014 file photo, France’s Mathieu Valbuena, left, and Karim Jakubowicz later told RTL radio he would Karim Zenati, have been charged and detained Benzema, right, chat during a training session of the french national soccer team, at the Santa Cruz sue Le Monde for contempt of court for having over the blackmail using the stolen sex-tape. Stadium in Ribeirao Preto, Brazil. Speaking publicly for the first time since becoming embroiled in a revealed details of Benzema’s testimony, Benzema is alleged to have approached blackmail scandal, Karim Benzema said yesterday he wants to play again for France and win the adding the revelations would aid the player’s Valbuena about the images at a France national 2016 European Championship with teammate Mathieu Valbuena. — AP defence. — AFP Global match-fixer suspect rearrested

SINGAPORE: Investigations are ongoing why he was rearrested). I don’t have any into a Singaporean man accused of leading new material.” The appeals court said in its the world’s largest football match-fixing ruling that while match-fixing was “repre- syndicate following his rearrest almost a hensible and should not be condoned”, week after being freed, the interior minister Tan’s alleged acts “all took place beyond our said yesterday. shores” and no evidence was presented to “Dan Tan has now been re-arrested and show that potential witnesses were being investigations are ongoing. A decision will intimidated. Former FIFA security chief Chris be made, one way or another, on what is to Eaton lauded Tan’s rearrest. A court trial be done with him,” Home Affairs Minister K. would be the best way to go, said Eaton, Shanmugam was quoted as saying by local now the Qatar-based executive director for media. He said that if a decision is made sport integrity at the International Center again to invoke a special law that allows for for Sport Security. Tan’s detention without trial, the govern- “In this way the realities of any case will ment will make sure that “it will set out the be open to global scrutiny and therefore grounds in full”. Tan, 51, was rearrested on helpful guidance on how to prevent match Tuesday, just six days after the Court of fixers ever hiding in plain sight in Singapore Appeal, the country’s highest court, ordered and other countries again,” he said. his release saying his prolonged detention Asked if Tan can be tried overseas, Eaton was “unlawful” because he did not pose a noted that Hungary and Italy have built danger to public safety in the city-state. criminal cases against him but said there The businessman was first arrested in could be complexities involved in the extra- September 2013 and held for more than dition process. “For now, the world is inter- two years without any charges under the ested in how his rearrest evolves within the special anti-gangster law. national investigation and public court sys- The ministry of home affairs had invoked tems (of Singapore),” he said. FIFA said the law against Tan after it became difficult through its spokesman last week that it was to find enough evidence and witnesses to “very disappointed” with Tan’s release “given file criminal charges. Tan’s release on the gravity of his past activities relating to November 25 sparked criticism from foot- match manipulation”. ball’s world governing body FIFA and other After Tan’s first arrest in 2013, the then- analysts who said it was a blow to efforts to Interpol chief Ronald Noble said the ANGERS: Angers’ Guinean midfielder Abdoul Camara (C) vies with Paris Saint-Germain’s Brazilian defender Maxwell (R) during the renchF L1 rid the global sport of corruption. Singapore-based ring he allegedly led was football match between Angers (SCO) and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), on Tuesday, at the Jean Bouin stadium, in Angers, western France. — AFP Police said Tan’s rearrest was “for investi- the world’s “largest and most aggressive gations into suspected involvement in crim- match-fixing syndicate, with tentacles inal activities” but did not give details. But reaching every continent”. PSG denied 10th straight Shanmugam denied that international pres- The home affairs ministry has said that sure played a role in Tan’s rearrest. Singapore law enforcement agencies began “We do what is right. We don’t arrest or investigating Tan in 2011 “when he was win in 0-0 draw with Angers release people based on international pres- repeatedly cited in Italian court papers for sure,” the Straits Times quoted him as saying. his involvement in transnational criminal activities in the form of match-fixing”. PARIS: Paris Saint-Germain’s nine-match winning With six games in a 19-day stretch leading up weaved his way in from the right side of the No evidence It described Tan as “the leader and finan- run in Ligue 1 was brought to a halt on Tuesday to the winter break, Blanc has made no secret of penalty area before seeing his curling left-footed Legal sources said that once police com- cier of a global criminal syndicate that con- as they were held to a 0-0 draw away to promot- his desire to rotate his squad. Zlatan Ibrahimovic, strike smack against the far post. Angers also pleted their investigations, the results will ducted match-fixing operations out of ed Angers. In other matches Lyon battled Nantes who drew level with Mustapha Dahleb’s club- struck the frame of the goal when a looping be referred to state prosecutors who will Singapore”. “Investigations indicated that to a goalless stalemate in Brittany while there record 85 top-flight goals over the weekend, header from Romain Saiss dropped onto the top decide on the next step, including pressing Tan had an extensive network of people were no goals between Lorient and Nice on a dropped to the bench while Serge Aurier made of the crossbar and bounced over, although PSG charges. Tan’s defence counsel Hamidul Haq under his control-many of whom were barren night for celebrations in France. his first league start since October in defence. keeper Kevin Trapp appeared to have it covered. told AFP yesterday: “I am still at the stage recruited in, and directed out of Singapore,” PSG, the reigning champions dropped points Blaise Matuidi also returned to the side after The hosts went even closer three minutes into where I am trying to get information (on the ministry said. — AFP for just the third time this season after being being used as a substitute in Saturday’s 4-1 win the second half when skipper Cheikh Ndoye rose unable to break down the division’s tightest over Troyes, while Adrien Rabiot again kept his to meet a corner, but Trapp made a fine stop defence behind that of their own at the Stade place in midfield after impressing in recent from point-blank range to thwart the Senegalese Jean Bouin. weeks. midfielder. Saiss again caused trouble from a set- The result left PSG on 42 points from 16 piece, this time at his own end, as he flicked a matches but still 14 points clear of nearest chal- Fine stop cross towards his own goal with Butelle doing lengers Caen, who visit Monaco on Wednesday, PSG were bidding to stretch their unbeaten well to turn it over. Ibrahimovic replaced Lucas with Angers one point further back in third. league run to 25 games and nearly grabbed a Moura on 71 minutes but PSG were still unable “I think everyone has seen it and we were fully fifth-minute lead when Edinson Cavani connect- to find a way past Butelle who clawed away aware of how this Angers team plays. It’s not easy ed with a corner, only for the Uruguayan’s glanc- Rabiot’s low strike late on that was destined for to play a team like that,” said PSG coach Laurent ing header to bounce back off the near post. the bottom corner to preserve a hard-earned Blanc. Aurier then forced Angers goalkeeper Ludovic point for Angers. Nice missed the chance to “The key to a match like this one is the first 15 Butelle, who had kept nine clean sheets in 15 leapfrog Angers into third when they were held to 20 minutes. As long as you don’t score the first appearances prior to Tuesday, into a sharp save to a 0-0 draw at mid-table Lorient. goal, Angers don’t waver from their principles. with a fierce angled drive. Lyon’s point at Nantes kept them in fourth “They’ve picked up 27 points like that, you have But the home side were again rescued by the position while the Canaries remain 10th after to commend them for it,” he added. woodwork on 33 minutes when Angel Di Maria their goalless draw. — AFP 2018 World Cup could ease global tensions

MOSCOW: The 2018 World Cup in Russia could of its obligations in full.” FIFA has approved 62 of representatives of Germany, Netherlands, serve as a catalyst for political reconciliation and the 64 training bases to be used by teams’ for England, Brazil, USA, Mexico and some other help ease global tensions, Russian sports minister accommodation and practice during the tourna- event favourites have already visited the training Vitaly Mutko said yesterday. ment, Mutko confirmed. He also revealed that bases this year and gave them a positive rating,” “Hopefully, it will become a kind of a conciliat- representatives of certain teams had already vis- the minister said. The 2018 World Cup will take ing event, which will show the world that Russia ited some of the bases first presented at the pre- place at 12 venues across Russia betwwen June is an open-hearted, democratic and hospitable liminary draw ceremony earlier this year. “The 14 - July 15 2018. — AFP LYON: Nantes’ Argentinian forward Emiliano Sala (L) vies with Lyon’s French midfield- country with a rich history and culture,” Mutko er Coretin Tolisso during the French L1 football match between Nantes and Lyon on told R-sport agency. Tuesday at the Beaujoire stadium in Nantes, western France. — AFP “It will be a great occasion not only for Russia but for the entire football world,” Mutko said. Relations between Russia and the West have Pep quitting Bayern to been tense since the annexation of Crimea in March last year and an ensuing conflict in help German league Ukraine that has claimed more than 8,000 lives. There is also bitterness amongst other 2018 BERLIN: Ex-Germany goalkeeper and current strongest the club has ever fielded, having candidates over allegations Russia was awarded TV pundit Jens Lehmann says it would be bet- picked up 40 out of a possible 42 points with the rights to host the World Cup after a deal with ter for the German league if Pep Guardiola 13 wins from 14 league matches plus a single FIFA was apparently agreed in advance. decides against extending his contract at draw. “The side which won the treble (in 2013) Russia’s cold war rivals Britain are angry with Bayern Munich. under Jupp Heynckes was already amazing, the 2018 World Cup going to Russia while the Under Guardiola, Bayern are currently but Pep has taken Bayern to the next level,” United States are also uncomfortable with the eight points clear in the German league table Lehmann told German daily Bild. 2022 World Cup going to Qatar. and have won the the Bundesliga for both of “They should set themselves the goal of Mutko also said Russia was fulfilling its com- his previous two seasons in charge by domi- being the first team to go through a German mitments towards FIFA deadlines on World Cup nating their rivals. Guardiola’s current contract league season unbeaten.” Lehmann said infrastructure perpetrations despite the econom- expires next June and Bayern bosses are hop- Guardiola signing an extension with Bayern ic crisis. “We’re doing our best to develop our ing to persuade the 44-year-old to sign an would be bad for the rest of the league. “It facilities and to urge the development of football extension during the winter break, which would be good for Bayern, because finding an in the country,” he said. “I don’t see any really out- starts on December 20, with a decision adequate successor would be tricky,” said standing problems. expected to be made before Christmas. Lehmann. “For the rest of the league it would “Despite the complicated economic situation KATERINI: France’s Amandine Henry (R) heads the ball to score during the women’s Euro 2017 quali- Bayern are again peerless in Germany and be better when he goes and perhaps it will we have managed to keep to our World Cup fying football match between Greece and France at the stadium of Katerini on Tuesday. — AFP Lehmann says the current team is the become a bit more exciting.” — AFP investment budget. It will help Russia to fulfil all Kuwait bags gold, Kohli: India bronze at World wants to be Bodybuilding ‘ruthless’ in championship final test

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MANCHESTER: Manchester City’s David Silva, right, fights for the ball against Hull City’s Isaak Hayden during the English League Cup soccer match between Manchester City and Hull City at the Etihad Stadium, Manchester, England, Tuesday. — AP Man City, Stoke, Everton in Cup semis

LONDON: The plucky underdogs were Hull, who grabbed a late consolation That should have signalled the opening stage. We were very solid and we didn’t involved in the cup,” Everton manager brought down to earth as Manchester City, from Andrew Robertson, had knocked out of the floodgates, but Hull stubbornly fend- allow chances for Hull to score.” Roberto Martinez told Sky Sports. “It is a ter- Everton and Stoke City reached the League surprise Premier League contenders ed off the Premier League leaders and their Middlesbrough, who knocked out rific feeling to get through to the semi-final Cup semi-finals on Tuesday, ending the Leicester City in their last League Cup out- rearguard were not breached again until the Manchester United in the fourth round, saw and good memory for our football club.” hopes of second-tier sides who felled fan- ing and City boss Manuel Pellegrini was not 80th minute. their luck run out against Everton while Yesterday made the biggest splash in the cied opponents in the last round. going to take them lightly. Raheem Sterling whipped a cross in from Stoke was the end of the road for Arsenal’s previous round, crushing visitors Arsenal 3- Manchester City were far short of their The City side included a number of fresh the left and Iheanacho tapped in from close conquerors Wednesday. 0, but any hope of a repeat at the Britannia finely-tuned best at home to Hull City, but faces from their league victory over range to give City breathing space before Everton went in front at the Riverside Stadium looked faint when Ibrahim Afellay still managed a comprehensive 4-1 victory Southampton on Saturday, but was still De Bruyne grabbed a poacher’s goal and with a superb piece of individual skill from volleyed into the corner on the half-hour for while Everton won 2-0 at Middlesbrough packed full of talent, including playmaker wrapped up the tie with a curling free kick Gerard Deulofeu after 20 minutes. The his first Stoke goal. and Stoke beat visitors Sheffield Wednesday David Silva who was making his first start in from the edge of the box. Spaniard ran from inside the The tie was wrapped up with 15 minutes by the same scoreline. almost two months following injury. “We only had 72 hours to recover (from Middlesbrough half before beating two to play when Phil Bardsley smashed home a Wilfried Bony’s 12th-minute goal calmed the 3-1 win over Southampton) so it was a defenders and finishing low from the edge low free kick with Stoke reaching their first City’s nerves at the Etihad Stadium, but POACHER’S GOAL very good answer from all the squad,” said of the area. League Cup semi-final since they won the resilient Hull defending ensured it stayed Things looked bleak for the City boss Pellegrini, whose side are also He then set up striker Romelu Lukaku trophy in 1972. close before late efforts from Kelechi Championship side when Bony broke the through to the last 16 of the Champions eight minutes later with a delightful cross Record eight-times League Cup winners Iheanacho and a Kevin De Bruyne double deadlock with only minutes on the clock as League. from the right that the leaping Belgian pow- Liverpool visit Southampton on Wednesday put a more presentable gloss on the score- De Bruyne’s effort struck the post and the “The most important thing is to be erhouse headed superbly into the net. in an all-Premier League clash to decide the line. Ivorian followed up to finish. involved in all the competitions at this “It was a fantastic occasion, to be last place in the semi-finals. — Reuters

Neville named FIFA discusses reforms Valencia coach amid new sponsor attacks MADRID: England assistant coach and Manchester FIFA’s leadership held talks on reforms yester- Seven officials were detained at a FIFA congress in United legend Gary Neville has been named Valencia ZURICH: day as sponsors who provide hundreds of millions of Zurich in May. boss for the rest of the season, the Spanish side dollars demanded independent leadership of changes Sponsors are not the only group to express concern announced yesterday. “Valencia have reached an agree- to football’s scandal-tainted governing body. over the reform measures being undertaken by FIFA. ment with English coach Gary Neville for him to be The FIFA executive committee-with president Sepp “We urge you to embrace positive changes and also coach of the first team until June 30, 2016,” the club said Blatter and vice president Michel Platini both suspend- recognize that this is just one step toward creating a in a statement. ed-is holding two days of talks to discuss reforms pro- credible future for FIFA,” the sponsors said in a letter to “Neville will officially begin his work on Sunday, posed by top sporting official Francois Carrard who was the world body. December 6 ahead of the Champions League match named by the world body. “Transparency, accountability, respect for human against Lyon which will take place at Mestalla on But top sponsors Anheuser-Busch, Adidas, Coca- rights, integrity, leadership and gender equality are Wednesday, December 9.” Neville’s brother Phil has Cola, McDonald’s and Visa said reforms should be “sub- crucial to the future of FIFA. Reforms can set the proper been at the club since the start of the season, working ject to independent oversight”. The multi-nationals are framework for these characteristics, but a cultural as an assistant to Nuno Espirito Santo before he left the reportedly angry that they have not been given places change is also needed.” club after a poor run of results on Sunday. on FIFA’s reform committee. They have in the past A FIFA spokesman said in response that sponsors Gary Neville “I am very excited and feel very proud to have threatened to review their football deals. had already played “an important part” in the FIFA received this great opportunity with Valencia,” Neville However, he has been just as successful as a widely In October, Carrard’s panel proposed limiting presi- reform committee and that they would “continue to told the club’s website. “It is a huge club of immense respected television pundit for Sky Sports since retiring dent terms at 12 years and barring those over 74 from play an important role in the reform process.” prestige and I remember well from my time as a player in 2011. Both Nevilles are well known to Valencia’s serving on the executive. It also suggested the pay Other groups also doubt the Carrard panel, domi- the great passion and loyalty of their fans. “I am really Singaporean owner Peter Lim due to their shared package of top officials be published annually and nated by officials nominated by regional confedera- looking forward to working with the club’s talented investment in non-league English side Salford City independently audited. tions, will be able to press through convincing reforms. “What is actually needed is an independent set of exec- group of players and I am excited about the challenge along with other Manchester United legends Ryan utives that have no ties in world football, walking in ahead.” Neville will be presented at a press conference REFORM DOUBTS Giggs, Paul Scholes and Nicky Butt. “We are delighted The executive committee will decide whether to and cleaning this place up,” said Declan Hill, author of at 4pm local time today. to have secured Gary so quickly,” said Valencia chair- send the reform package for adoption at a special FIFA “The Fix: soccer and organised crime”. The role is Neville’s first managerial post, but he will woman Layhoon Chan in the club statement. “He com- congress on February 26, when Blatter’s replacement The Transparency International activist group’s chief continue as part of England manager Roy Hodgson’s bines top level coaching experience through his role as will be chosen. Cobus de Swardt predicted Carrard’s committee “will coaching staff ahead of next year’s European a senior coach with the England national team and a The meeting is being held on the fifth anniversary of likely avoid taking some hard decision about changing Championships. world-class playing career with England and the 2010 vote that controversially awarded the 2018 the way FIFA does business”, because doing so could “I’m delighted that Gary has decided to take this Manchester United.” World Cup to Russia and the 2022 tournament to Qatar. affect the committee members themselves. excellent opportunity. It’s the right moment in time for Valencia sit ninth in La Liga, five points off the top That decision set off a cascade of allegations of corrup- Meanwhile, Jack Warner, a central figure in FIFA cor- him and I’m 100 per cent behind his decision to join four, after a hugely disappointing start to the campaign. tion and political skullduggery. ruption accusations, faces a hearing in Trinidad and Valencia as the new head coach,” Hodgson told the Neville will be spared a debut against European cham- Swiss authorities are investigating the 2010 votes Tobago on whether he will be extradited to the United Football Association’s website. pions Barcelona at the Mestalla on Saturday with care- and have also charged Blatter with criminal misman- States to face bribery charges. “As far as I’m concerned, this will be an extra string to taker boss Voro to take charge with Phil Neville. agement at FIFA. Platini is named in the investigation Warner, a businessman, politician and former king- his bow and the experience he will gain working in the However, the 40-year-old’s first game in the hot seat over a two million dollar payment made for FIFA advi- pin in Caribbean football and in the American confed- Spanish league can only be beneficial to our work against Lyon is a huge one for the club with victory sory work for which there was no contract. eration, is accused of taking millions of dollars in together with the England team.” Neville won 20 tro- allied to Gent failing to beat Zenit St Petersburg enough In parallel, US authorities have charged 14 FIFA offi- underhand payments from various sources. A former phies in a 19-year playing career at United as well as to send Valencia into the last 16 of the Champions cials and sports business executives over more than FIFA vice president, he was banned for life by the world winning 85 England caps. League for the first time in three years. — AFP $150 million in bribes paid for marketing contracts. body in September. — AFP Australia economy expands with shift away from resource boom Page 23

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ADDIS ABABA: Photo shows large villas in a new housing development on the outskirts of Addis Ababa, in the Summit neighborhood. — AFP Taste for luxury: Ethiopia elite spur housing boom Ethiopia has seen an annual growth rate of nearly 10%

ADDIS ABABA: White fences and manicured “We don’t do any advertising. We prefer that located near several embassies. “For those came from the diaspora. But since then, the Labor challenge lawns surround the villas of an elegant hous- the residents themselves spread the news, and working for the UN or diplomats, it is very cen- economy has become a lot stronger and near- Since the overthrow of a Marxist junta in ing estate in Ethiopia, a potent symbol of the in a way, chose their own neighbours,” he said. tral. The district is a new sort of Manhattan,” ly 85 percent of our residents are local.” 1991, Ethiopia’s political and economic situa- emerging elite in a country better known for According to a recent study by New World says project manager Bitania Ephfrem. “The The customers have high expectations. tion has stabilized, although rights groups drought and famine. Just 10 years ago, the Wealth (NWW), a South Africa-based market lifts work, which is not the case elsewhere,” Pushing open the door, Mesele shows off a have criticized the government for suppress- affluent suburb of Yerrer View was little more research consultancy, there are now 2,700 mil- says Bitania, adding they are planning rooftop 500 square meter (5380 square foot) property ing opposition. The economy is still heavily than fields. Today, imposing villas with pillars lionaires in Ethiopia, reflecting an increase of swimming pools, a gym and a restaurant “so built on a plot measuring 1,000 square meters. dependent on agriculture, especially coffee, stand behind neatly-trimmed oleander 108 percent between 2007 and 2013 - the that residents don’t need to leave the premis- A large open plan kitchen and a curved imita- with the vast majority of the country’s workers hedges. A comfortable commuting distance of fastest growth rate in Africa. “There is a es.” A standard apartment between 140-170 tion-marble staircase leads up to the first floor involved in that sector. Meeting the demand 20 kilometers from the capital Addis Ababa, demand for luxury real estate,” said Wunmi square metres (1,500-1,800 square feet) rents where there are three bedrooms, all en-suite. for new housing has called for bringing in for- the 600-hectare estate has tapped into a Osholake, who runs the Ethiopian branch of for about $1800 per month (1700 euros). The master bedroom has a fireplace and a eign workers as Ethiopia lacks a skilled work growing taste for high-end luxury among online real estate platform Lamudi, which dressing room, while the bathroom has “an force. Haile said his firm recruited around a wealthy Ethiopians, who are looking for a focuses on emerging markets, with customers Villas for locals open space in case the owners want to install thousand specialist workers from China. home which reflects their success in business. eyeing property costing over $330,000. The Such luxury housing has been designed to a sauna,” he explains. Yoseph Mebratu, the major shareholder in Over the past decade, this Horn of Africa price, she adds, has no upper limit. meet the needs of Ethiopia’s emerging new All that remains is to install surveillance May Real Estate Development, also complains nation has seen an annual growth rate of near- middle class. At the estate in Yerrer View, hun- cameras able to read a license plate before that he had to import 70 percent of raw mate- ly 10 percent, World Bank figures show, due to A new Manhattan? dreds of the homes from stand-alone villas to opening the gate, smoke detectors and a rials. “Windows, doors, wood paneling... every- a boom in construction, manufacturing, trade And the luxury boom is not just in the sub- modern apartments are already occupied with security system. thing comes from China,” he told AFP, adding and agriculture. For those in Africa’s second urbs. In the centre of Addis Ababa, the plans for a total of 5,400 houses for some And the price tag? $400,000 (377,000 that taxes are “very heavy.” Inflation, which hit most populous country who are enjoying that bustling Kazanchis business district is also 20,000 people. When completed, the estate euros) - a fortune in a country where the gross a record 64.2 percent in July 2008 but has growth, the estate symbolizes much more undergoing major renovations. Eighteen will also include a golf course, a five-star spa domestic product per capita is $565. “No mat- since stabilized at around 13 percent, has also than a home. “We are selling a lifestyle more months ago, May Real Estate Development hotel, a shopping centre, school and clinic and ter what we build, it will always be too little to caused delays. “We had to slow down our busi- than just housing,” says Haile Mesele, a civil began a new residential development called an organic farm covering about 200 hectares. meet demand,” he says. But others have spot- ness and missed deadlines... but since last engineer who heads Country Club Developers, the Addis Gojo project, which incorporates “When we began, economic growth wasn’t ted the growing demand, with several other year, we have become profitable again,” the property firm behind the development. 113 apartments in three 10-storey towers very strong,” recalls Haile. “Half of our clients sites popping up nearby. Mesele added. — AFP Women ‘the future’ Goodbye and good times of Hermes Watches for Norway’s oil capital BRUGG: The new head of Hermes Watches is oldest glass and crystal manufacturer. The hoping a more feminine touch, added with the watches are equipped with unconventional fashion group’s own in-house know-how, will crystal dials and covers inspired by 19th centu- STAVANGER: Sparkling wine instead of cham- help it navigate through the turbulence rock- ry paperweights, giving the illusion of a real pagne, companies cancelling their Christmas cele- ing the sector. Laurent Dordet, who took the bed of flowers. Speaking in Brugg, on the out- brations, unemployment soaring and real estate helm of the watch division at the famous Paris skirts of the northwestern Swiss town of Biel a prices flagging: with crude prices plunging from fashion house last March, told AFP in an inter- tradition-imbued watch metropolis-Dordet record highs, Norway’s oil capital Stavanger is view he wants to focus even more heavily on said the organisational changes needed hungover after the party. “There you go, another women’s timepieces, which already account included better integrating past acquisitions. rejection.” Roger Schurmeyer holds up the for 80 percent of the brand’s sales. “We plan to umpteenth job rejection letter he has received on really develop feminine creation,” the 47-year- High-end purchases his smartphone. old said, adding that the brand aimed to Over the past decade, Hermes has made At 36, this former audiovisual solutions man- explore a range of aspects of women’s watch- several purchases aimed at boosting its watch- ager for Statoil has been out of work for almost a es, including the use of jewels on the time- making credibility. In 2006, it snapped up 25 year, a victim of the state-owned company’s sav- pieces. percent of Vaucher Manucture Fleurier, a pres- ings program. “I’ve been working since I was 16 World-famous for its silk scarves and iconic tigious Swiss watch movement maker, before and I’ve never been unemployed until now. It handbags, Hermes is eager to expand its share buying Nateber, which designs and manufac- feels quite strange,” he says, sitting in his apart- of the luxury watch market. So Dordet, who tures watch dials, in 2012, and a year later ment on the leafy outskirts of Stavanger. “I’ve took over after his predecessor Luc Perramond pocketing Joseph Erard, which specializes in heard there are about 300 or 400 people applying moved over to Ralph Lauren after six years at luxury watch cases. “Our first step will be to for the same job. So it’s a tough market,” he sighs. the helm, is planning to shake things up a bit consolidate these skill-sets and digest them.” The oil-rich southwestern region of Norway posts and reorganize. “But not through acquisitions,” Observers say Dordet’s profile gives an indica- an unemployment rate of 4.1 percent, which he stressed, pointing out that the tough times tion of the direction Hermes would like to see looks enviable enough. for Swiss watchmakers were not ideal for its watch brand take. While his predecessor But it represents an 81 percent increase from a major new investments. Perramond had climbed through the watch- year ago, and, in a brutal change of fate, is now After years of euphoria with booming sales making ranks, spending part of his career at the highest in the country. Even headhunting firms are letting people go. All because the price STAVANGER: A sign points to the petroleum museum on the waterfront in the centre of in Asia, Swiss watchmakers have recently been LVMH-owned Swiss luxury watch brand Tag Stavanger. — AFP hard-hit by collapsing watch exports to their Heuer, the new Hermes Watches chief has a of a barrel of oil has plummeted from more than top markets China and Hong Kong, as a largely in-house background with little time- $100 in early 2014 to around $45 dollars today, her first term, the town’s biggest problem was high-end restaurant where a three-course menu strengthening Swiss franc has led to exploding piece experience. inciting oil companies to slash investments and attracting enough engineers to fill all the job served on Versace plates costs 70 euros ($75), the production costs. So instead of looking out for Having joined Hermes in 1995, he has spent jobs. Stavanger, once a cozy fishermen’s village, openings. It was the place in Norway where decline of the offshore sector’s glory days is palpa- new acquisitions, Hermes Watches is taking a most of his career working with textiles and has become an opulent town of 130,000 residents Porsche had its highest market share. ble: reservations for companies’ annual Christmas good, hard look within. “We have development precious leathers. “Going for an in-house can- after the 1969 discovery of Ekofisk, a giant off- dinners are down, and fewer businessmen are ideas for certain exceptional skill sets, using didate might mean they are looking at this shore field still in operation that ushered Norway Bleak outlook passing through town. our own Swiss and French workshops,” Dordet more from the fashion end,” Kepler Cheuvreux into an era of unprecedented prosperity. Now, the challenge is to hang on to and create “There will always be business happening but explained. analyst Jon Cox said. A sign that the region has fallen on harder jobs, as Norway tries to build a new future less companies have very strict guidelines now for dependent on black gold. “I think it’s going to get when they can take customers out, and we see He pointed to a series of colorful models The question is whether the female fashion times, three oil services vessels now languish in worse in 2016,” says Vestbo. “We have to develop more people flying in and out instead of staying presented at the Baselworld watch show last focus will be enough to boost sales in an over- the docks on the edge of town. And more jobs in technology in general, in healthcare, the night and dining,” the restaurant’s owner Emil year called Arceau Millefiori-or one thousand all morose market. In October, Swiss watch Scandinavian airline SAS has just halted its direct in renewable (energy). We have the technology Heimdal explains. “Now we might cut the cham- flowers-created in cooperation with Hermes exports plunged 12.3 percent, according to flights to Houston, Texas-the United States’ oil from the oil and gas industry, we can use that in pagne, use Cremant de Bourgogne or another affiliate Cristalleries de Saint-Louis, France’s data from the Federation of the Swiss Watch hub. “I check the oil price almost every day,” admits Christine Sagen Vestbo, the Conservative offshore wind, in solar, and also of course in sparkling wine instead,” he adds. “We were proba- mayor of Stavanger since 2011. When she began onshore wind,” she says. At the Cafe de France, a bly living too high on the hog before.” —AFP THURSDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2015 BUSINESS OPEC hawks push for output cuts as Russia pumps record volumes Schlumberger to cut more jobs as low oil price hurts

VIENNA: Saudi Arabia has come under increased posal to respect production ceilings,” Maduro slowdown in supply are thin. Fresh data on pressure from fellow OPEC members to cut out- said. “The hour has come to put the oil market in Wednesday showed OPEC’s biggest rival Russia put to prop up prices as the group meets this order.” Iran has also asked OPEC members to held its output steady in November at a post- week amid one of the most severe oil gluts in its respect the production ceiling of 30 million bar- Soviet high. Russian output has repeatedly sur- history. OPEC is widely expected to stick to its rels per day. It wants OPEC to be prepared to prised OPEC on the upside over the past year. A policies - enforced by Saudi Arabia’s oil minister accommodate new volumes as soon as Western year ago, Saudi’s Naimi said output from ageing Ali Al-Naimi a year ago - of defending market sanctions on the country are lifted next year. Siberian fields was set to decline: “Others will be share by pumping record volumes to drive rival, harmed greatly before we feel any pain,” he said. higher-cost producers out of the market. But Feeling pain Moscow has allowed its currency to weaken while the Saudis can claim a partial victory over Oil prices have more than halved to $45 per over the past year to adjust to lower prices and the US shale oil boom, production from top non- barrel over the past 18 months due to a US shale oil firms have ramped up drilling. Last week, US OPEC rival Russia has kept surprising on the oil boom and high OPEC production levels. The bank Merrill Lynch said Saudi Arabia may have upside and its own members Iraq and Iran are set decline was steep enough to deal a severe blow to devalue its currency, pegged to the US dollar, to add new barrels. World oil stockpiles are at a to the US oil industry - where production costs or ultimately cut production to protect its budg- record, according to the International Energy are some of the highest in the world. Oil services et revenues. Several non-Saudi OPEC delegates Agency. giant Schlumberger said on Tuesday it would cut told Reuters they hoped Naimi would listen to Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro on more jobs, adding to 20,000 already this year, cit- other members, whose finances are much more Wednesday said his country, OPEC’s traditional ing low oil prices and a growing oversupply. “It limited than those of Riyadh and need an urgent price hawk, would push for a 5 percent output has become clear that any recovery in activity boost from higher oil prices. “I hope this time it cut to shore up prices when OPEC meets on has been pushed out in time,” said will be different, but I doubt it will be,” one OPEC Friday. OPEC is currently producing some 1.7 Schlumberger’s president of operations Patrick delegate said. Another delegate said he still saw million bpd above ceiling “Our (oil) minister Schorn. no indication an agreement on cuts could be Eulogio del Pino will put forth a very clear pro- But outside the United States the signs of a reached tomorrow. —Reuters

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Al-Muzaini Exchange Co. GOLD Euro 324.265 America 20 Gram 219.000 Swiss Frank 314.635 Canadian Dollar 0.222786 0.231286 10 Gram 112.43 US Dollars 0.301150 0.305650 ASIAN COUNTRIES Bahrain Dinar 810.840 5 Gram 56.90 US Dollars Mint 0.301650 0.305650 Japanese Yen 2.481 UAE Dirhams 83.470 Qatari Riyals 91.520 Indian Rupees 4.594 Asia Saudi Riyals 82.190 Pakistani Rupees 2.894 Bangladesh Taka 0.003520 0.004120 UAE Exchange Centre WLL Jordanian Dinar 430.480 Srilankan Rupees 2.139 Chinese Yuan 0.046310 0.049810 Nepali Rupees 2.873 Egyptian Pound 38.904 Hong Kong Dollar 0.037292 0.040042 Singapore Dollar 217.340 COUNTRY SELL DRAFT SELL CASH Sri Lankan Rupees 2.139 Indian Rupee 0.004344 0.004734 Hongkong Dollar 39.387 Australian Dollar 204.08 Indian Rupees 4.591 Indonesian Rupiah 0.000018 0.000024 Bangladesh Taka 3.859 Canadian Dollar 231.95 Pakistani Rupees 2.893 Japanese Yen 0.002394 0.002574 Bangladesh Taka 3.861 Philippine Peso 6.475 Swiss Franc 300.84 Kenyan Shilling 0.002983 0.002983 Philippines Pesso 6.480 Korean Won 0.000251 0.000266 Thai Baht 8.520 Euro 326.66 Cyprus pound 581.885 Malaysian Ringgit 0.068512 0.074512 US Dollar 305.45 GCC COUNTRIES Japanese Yen 3.480 Nepalese Rupee 0.002925 0.003095 Saudi Riyal 81.443 Sterling Pound 461.91 Syrian Pound 2.615 Pakistan Rupee 0.002709 0.002989 Qatari Riyal 83.894 Japanese Yen 2.52 Nepalese Rupees 3.865 Philippine Peso 0.006409 0.006689 Sierra Leone 0.000070 0.000076 Omani Riyal 793.270 Bangladesh Taka 3.874 Malaysian Ringgit 72.820 Singapore Dollar 0.213254 0.219254 Bahraini Dinar 811.080 Chinese Yuan Renminbi 48.080 Indian Rupee 4.578 South African Rand 0.015086 0.023586 UAE Dirham 83.152 Thai Bhat 9.505 Sri Lankan Rupee 2.139 Turkish Lira 105.140 Sri Lankan Rupee 0.001773 0.002353 Nepali Rupee 2.859 Taiwan 0.009208 0.009388 ARAB COUNTRIES Thai Baht 0.008219 0.008769 Egyptian Pound - Cash 38.200 Pakistani Rupee 2.893 Bahrain Exchange Company Egyptian Pound - Transfer 39.051 UAE Dirhams 0.08312 Arab Yemen Riyal/for 1000 1.425 Bahraini Dinar 0.8118 Bahraini Dinar 0.802790 0.810790 COUNTRY SELL CASH SELLDRAFT Tunisian Dinar 148.540 Egyptian Pound 0.037250 0.040376 Egyptian Pound 0.03892 Europe Iranian Riyal 0.000084 0.000086 Jordanian Dinar 430.020 Jordanian Dinar 0.4344 British Pound 0.452774 0.461774 Iraqi Dinar 0.000201 0.000261 Lebanese Lira/for 1000 2.035 Czech Korune 0.003958 0.015958 Omani Riyal 0.7932 Jordanian Dinar 0.426547 0.434047 Syrian Lira 2.177 Danish Krone 0.039328 0.044328 Qatari Riyal 0.08422 Kuwaiti Dinar 1.000000 1.000000 Morocco Dirham 30.740 Euro 0.318280 0.326280 Lebanese Pound 0.000152 0.000252 Saudi Riyal 0.08142 Norwegian Krone 0.031243 0.036443 Moroccan Dirhams 0.022219 0.046219 EUROPEAN & AMERICAN COUNTRIES Romanian Leu 0.072377 0.072377 Nigerian Naira 0.001264 0.001899 US Dollar Transfer 305.250 Slovakia 0.009139 0.019139 Omani Riyal 0.786436 0.792116 Euro 325.240 Swedish Krona 0.031002 0.036002 Dollarco Exchange Co. Ltd Qatar Riyal 0.083133 0.084346 Sterling Pound 461.390 Swiss Franc 0.290543 0.300743 Saudi Riyal 0.080763 0.081463 Canadian dollar 228.990 Turkish Lira 0.100686 0.110986 Rate for Transfer Selling Rate Syrian Pound 0.001294 0.001514 Turkish lira 105.620 Tunisian Dinar 0.144840 0.152840 US Dollar 305.500 Australasia Swiss Franc 298.830 Turkish Lira 0.100686 0.110985 Canadian Dollar 230.865 Australian Dollar 0.214535 0.226035 Australian Dollar 224.360 UAE Dirhams 0.082127 0.083276 Sterling Pound 461.645 New Zealand Dollar 0.196861 0.206361 US Dollar Buying 304.050 Yemeni Riyal 0.001380 0.001460 THURSDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2015 BUSINESS US debt limit threat defanged on Wall Street

WASHINGTON: Wall Street trembled when in federal spending as a condition for raising The episode triggered the highest read- aggressively and with more advance plan- Democrats as the “Pay China First Act” Republicans first began threatening to force the debt limit, saying Boehner sold them ing in the CBOE Volatility Index, sometimes ning. “One of my high hopes for serving because Beijing holds $1.2 trillion in US the United States into default by not raising out. “Did we get much out of it? No. We got known as the fear index, since the 2008- under Paul Ryan, is that we’re not going to Treasury debt, drew a veto threat from the the federal debt limit, but after four years of nothing. We did a clean debt ceiling 2009 financial crisis. In October 2013, when let these deadlines creep up on us again,” White House, which said the proposal would fiscal standoffs, the threat looks increasingly increase,” said Representative David Brat, a another debt-limit fight coincided with a 17- said Blake Farenthold, a conservative Texas force defaults on other obligations, includ- like a bluff and the markets are calling it. A Virginia member of the House Freedom day government shutdown, the VIX was Republican. ing payments to Medicare and veterans pro- Reuters analysis, tracking short-term Caucus, a hard-right Republican faction more muted. Just a month ago, another Ryan in October voted for a bill that grams. Even the few remaining moderate Treasury yields, credit default swaps and known for fiscal brinkmanship. episode barely registered on it. A similar pat- would prioritize debt payments in the event Republicans said there will always be threats market volatility data, showed traders are tern of declining market impact is evident in the debt ceiling is not increased, indicating over the debt limit. “I don’t think that has increasingly less likely to respond to repeat- Credit downgrade yields on one-month Treasury bills, the debt he does not consider such a scenario gone away,” said Republican Senator Susan ed ultimatums from Republicans in the US The United States is one of few nations security most vulnerable to short-term pay- unthinkable. The measure, derided by Collins of Maine. —Reuters Congress about the debt limit. worldwide in which the legislature must ments disruptions. That could spell trouble in the future if approve periodic increases in the legal lim- Closing yields, measured in thousandths politicians see little market consequence it on how much money the federal govern- of a percentage point in recent years with from precipitating an unprecedented ment can borrow. Until recent years, short-term rates effectively at zero, spiked to default, but some analysts were doubtful it Congress generally rubber-stamped such just under two-tenths of a percentage point would come to that. “The near-death experi- approvals. When Republicans started during the 2011 episode. They jumped to a ence we had in 2011 has given us the sense threatening to force a federal default if third of a point during the 2013 shutdown as that we’re not going to do that again,” said their demands for reduced government uncertainty reigned, but this year’s debt limit Mark Vitner, senior economist at Wells Fargo spending were not met, the goal was to debate in late October saw a rise of only a Securities in Charlotte, North Carolina. “It’s scare their political rivals. As it turned out, tenth of a point. Spikes in the cost of insur- taken some of the fear out of the market.” the Democrats never flinched, but the mar- ing US government debt against default also For now, after five years of fighting, the kets did. moderated with each recurring dispute, debt limit battles on Capitol Hill have gone In August 2011, congressional even in 2013, for both one-year and five- quiet. That’s due to a 17-month truce forged Republicans demanded that the projected year credit default swaps. by former US House of Representatives federal budget deficit be cut by $4 trillion Speaker John Boehner just before he over 10 years or they would not vote to raise Ryan takes over resigned a few weeks ago. That has silenced the debt limit. Democrats, defending pet Reduced financial market worry about the issue, as Boehner hoped, during the spending programs, resisted. Talks to end the debt limit has coincided with increased 2016 presidential and congressional election the dispute collapsed and the US Treasury hesitancy among some Republicans to cre- campaigns. But hostilities could be renewed came close to the first debt default in US his- ate standoffs over the issue, though demand in mid-March 2017, just as the next US presi- tory. This was averted by a last-minute deal for spending cuts remains high in the party. dent will be settling into the White House. that was closely followed by Standard and Brat and other fiscal hawks said they expect- NEW YORK: Traders Jonathan Niles (left) and Edward Curran work on the Indeed, some Republican fiscal hawks are Poor’s decision to cut the US credit rating ed new House Speaker Paul Ryan to itching for another chance to demand cuts below its top tier for the first time. approach the next debt limit deadline more floor of the New York Stock Exchange. —AP Australia economy expands with shift away from resource boom Jobs growth ‘strong’ and unemployment now at 5.9%

SYDNEY: Australia’s economy is on dropped from around US 85 cents noted weakness in income was a had allowed those areas of the track for healthy growth this year, over the past year, was trading at concern. While it was a long way economy suppressed by the min- new figures showed yesterday, with about 73.07 US cents. from a recession fears, “GDP ing boom “to spring back to life”. a bounce in exports helping accel- growth, whatever way you cut it, But he said the September erate its shift from an unprecedent- Momentum turning remains below-trend and is likely to rebound was unlikely to be repeat- ed resources boom. The upbeat The latest numbers come after remain there” as long as the mining ed, and a further cut in interest news follows tepid growth in recent the Reserve Bank of Australia on investment boom unwinds, he said. rates could be needed to boost months, as Australia’s resource-dri- Tuesday left interest rates on hold The ANZ bank agreed that while growth further in the future. Paul ven economy has been hurt by soft- at the historic low of 2.0 percent for overall growth was soft, momen- Dales, chief economist for Australia ening Chinese demand for its com- a seventh month in a row. “Let’s not tum looked to be turning. “Today’s and New Zealand at Capital modities. Growth in the September overplay the significance, but the numbers suggest that the non-min- Economics, said significantly accel- quarter was slightly above analyst economy is growing,” governor ing recovery is slowly taking hold,” it erated growth in 2016 was doubt- expectations at 0.9 percent for an annual rate of 2.5 percent, the SYDNEY: People carry their shopping bags through Sydney’s Pitt Street Mall Australian Bureau of Statistics said. yesterday as Australia’s economy grew 0.9 percent in the third quarter. —AFP This was well above the sluggish 0.3 percent recorded the previous quarter, and Treasurer Scott Xi heads to Africa summit as Morrison hailed it as progress away from the mining boom to broader- Chinese investment slows based growth. “There are positive signs of a strengthening economy JOHANNESBURG: African leaders and Chinese “China’s packages towards Africa are going to be and signs that our economy is head- President Xi Jinping will hold two days of talks in more diversified,” said Yun Sun, China expert at ing in the right direction,” he said. Johannesburg starting tomorrow as the conti- the US-based Brookings research organization. “The transition is underway in nent seeks to secure further massive investment “The Chinese always emphasise that its econom- our economy. The next phase of despite China’s economic slowdown. A slew of ic engagement in Africa is not altruistic. “In some Australia’s growth transition will be deals are expected to be announced for power cases, Beijing is willing to put up with a loss, but I for businesses in the non-resources plants, infrastructure and agriculture projects, think Xi is going to be very careful. Their foreign sector of the economy to increase but analysts say Chinese largess in Africa has reserves aren’t unlimited.” already been reined in this year. China drove the their investment.” The data showed commodity boom as it bought up oil, iron ore, Exports squeezed the largest contribution to eco- uranium and copper from around the world China became Africa’s largest trading partner nomic growth in the three months over the past decade, but its growth has dipped in 2009, with volumes expected to exceed $300 was from exports of goods and this year, triggering a sharp slump in prices. billion this year. Ahead of FOCAC, China empha- services, concentrated in mining Speaking to reporters in Beijing, vice minister sized it had delivered more than $117 million of commodities-the strongest growth of foreign affairs Zhang Ming billed China’s “new aid to affected areas during the Ebola crisis in in 15 years. But Morrison said normal” as a boon to Africa, saying the continent West Africa, and also sent hundreds of medical household consumption was also was now at “the early stage of industrialization”. workers to help. Among many African countries up as was housing construction “China-Africa cooperation has now come to a hit by the Chinese slowdown, Zambia exempli- and all these factors had more than stage where it needs to be upgraded and trans- fies the impact of falling commodity prices. Its offset a fall in business investment. formed,” he said. But Africa is already feeling the economy relies on exports of copper, the price Jobs growth was strong and SYDNEY: Holiday-makers walk towards their cruise ship in Sydney’s Circular Quay yesterday as pinch, with Chinese investment falling by more of which has fallen 30 percent this year. unemployment-now at 5.9 per- Australia’s economy grew 0.9 percent in the third quarter for an annual rate of 2.5 percent. —AFP than 40 percent in the first half of 2015, accord- “We have to find other export products to cent-falling, he added, while mov- ing to official data. “The rhetoric will probably be China. I am certain that China requires some- ing forward Australian businesses Glenn Stevens said Wednesday said in a note. ful. The 0.9 percent figure “overplays very excitable, as usual. You have got to separate thing outside copper from us,” said Commerce would benefit from recent free after the growth figures were Shane Oliver, chief economist at the real strength of the economy as the rhetoric from reality,” Ian Taylor, professor of Minister Margaret Mwanakatwe, who will attend trade deals with China, Japan and released. “The outlook for contin- AMP Capital, said the rebound in growth was driven by a very strong international relations at the University of St the summit. “The price of copper going down South Korea. Analysts had expect- ued moderate growth-you would the September quarter indicated performance from net exports that Andrews said. “We are likely to see a more sober has led to job losses in the mines and the ed a 0.8 percent rise for the quarter still say that’s the outlook based on the economy was rebalancing and is unlikely to be sustained,” he said. meeting point between China and Africa.” kwacha (local currency) to depreciate (by 45 per- and 2.4 percent in the year to this incremental bit of additional finding ways to offset the slump in “What happens next depends on Xi will hold talks with South African President cent).” Zambian President Edgar Lungu last week mining investment and collapsing whether net exports can continue Jacob Zuma in Pretoria yesterday before the ordered no new road projects to be started to September and the share market information.” sixth Forum on China-Africa Cooperation save on spending. Nigeria, the continent’s initially spiked on the news before Commonwealth Bank chief export prices. He said the histori- to more than offset the falls in min- (FOCAC) opens at a convention centre in largest economy, has been another major player closing down slightly. The economist Michael Blythe said the cally low interest rates and the ing investment that lie ahead,” he Johannesburg’s financial district of Sandton. in China’s recent involvement in Africa. Australian dollar, which has data deserved its positive spin but depreciation in the Australian dollar added. —AFP Quicken may quit US home-loan program over ‘bad mortgages’

NEW YORK: Quicken Loans, the pany founder and Chairman Dan The default claims Quicken, feeling like it was being third biggest mortgage lender in Gilbert said. The FHA pays out on all default strong-armed into settling, sued the the US, is considering backing away It is also considering cutting the claims almost immediately, and Department of Justice April 17 from a government program that risk it takes in the program, he said. only reviews them later to make before the government sued it six provided critical support to the Quicken accounted for almost 6 sure it got complete and accurate days later. Current fights over the housing market during the financial percent of the FHA’s loan volume in information about borrowers when FHA could have a big effect over crisis, the latest in an exodus of big the first half of 2015, or about $6 bil- it first guaranteed the mortgages. If how the agency weathers the next lenders from the program. The lion of loans, according to trade it finds that it did not, it will housing crisis. The smaller lenders departure of the biggest lenders publication Inside Mortgage demand that the lender reimburse that now make up most of the FHA’s from the US Federal Housing Finance. The FHA is arguing with it for the insurance payout, the way client base may struggle to stay sol- Administration program, which lenders over when it is entitled to a life insurer might sue to recover vent whenever the next housing helps first-time homebuyers, could back out of the insurance that its funds paid out on a policy pur- downturn comes, meaning when translate into big losses for taxpay- program provides. When a borrow- chased by a smoker who failed to the agency tries to push loans back ers during the next housing down- er gets an FHA loan, the agency disclose his habit on his application to them, they may not have the turn, analysts said. essentially guarantees the mort- and died of lung cancer. resources to repay the government. Officials at the FHA said they are gage against default, and promises Lenders including Quicken say About 80 percent of the loans not alarmed by that risk. Quicken to pay the lender if the homeowner the FHA demands repayments for in the FHA program are made by along with JPMorgan Chase & Co, reneges on his or her obligations. even the most minor of mistakes lenders who are not banks, most Bank of America Corp and Wells Unlike most other government that a bank may make when of which are relatively small. That Fargo & Co - all of the top four home-loan programs, borrowers extending a loan, to force them to figure compares with about 50 mortgage lenders in the United who get FHA loans can make a bear the agency’s losses, making percent at the height of the crisis. States - are tussling with the FHA down payment equal to as little as the government’s insurance an illu- “It could potentially be an issue in over how the agency deals with 3.5 percent of the home purchase sion. When Wells Fargo and Bank of the next downturn,” said Tom loans that sour. The three major price, which makes the mortgages America balked at the FHA’s strict Lawler, an economist who warned banks, not satisfied with the way appealing to first-time buyers who interpretation of the rules, the of an impending housing bubble the FHA resolved their complaints, may struggle to pull together big Department of Justice sued them. in 2006 when he worked at Fannie have scaled back their lending upfront payments. Because borrow- The government has settled with Mae. But with mortgage credit through the program. Now ers are paying for mortgage insur- Bank of America and JPMorgan quality improving now, “you Quicken, the largest FHA lender, is ance, they pay higher interest rates Chase over their FHA obligations, shouldn’t lose sleep over it today,” looking at bowing out as well, com- on their loans. but not with Wells Fargo or Quicken. he said. —Reuters THURSDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2015 BUSINESS Asian shares swing on weak factory data

HONG KONG: Asian markets saw fresh volatility news that US activity contracted at the fastest All three main indexes on Wall Street ended yesterday, with Shanghai experiencing sharp pace since June 2009. higher as investors bet that an increase in inter- swings, as weak manufacturing data highlighted While the US economy, the world’s biggest, est rates-expected to be announced by the weakness in the global economy but raised has shown strong signs of recovery, traders Federal Reserve this month-would be slow and hopes central banks would stick to a loose mon- remain nervous about the future. Commodity gradual. Asian stock markets shifted in and out etary policy. The dollar recovered from a sell-off prices are at multi-year lows and the dollar has of positive territory. Shanghai ended 2.3 percent against the euro in New York prompted by sur- soared this year, hitting exports. “Traditionally, higher after tumbling more than two percent at prisingly positive euro-zone data, which briefly the manufacturing sector has been the canary in one point. The benchmark index has moved raised the prospect the European Central Bank the coal mine when it comes to slowing growth. higher this week after plunging 5.5 percent (ECB) would delay an expected stimulus boost. To what extent does this bleed over into other Friday on news that several top brokerages were Official figures showing that a gauge of Chinese sectors of the economy-that’s yet to be seen,” being investigated as part of a crackdown linked manufacturing activity hit a three-year low in Brett Ryan, a US economist at Deutsche Bank to the summer’s market rout. However, the November were followed later in the day by Securities in New York, told Bloomberg News. International Monetary Fund’s decision to

NEW YORK: A cook prepares an order for a customer at a restaurant in New York. US companies revived up hiring in November to the strongest pace since June, with the massive service sector leading the way, payrolls firm ADP reported yesterday. — AFP

include the yuan in its special drawing euro dipped in afternoon Tokyo trading rights basket of elite currencies has provid- yesterday. Analysts said the data were like- ed some buying support. ly not enough to change policymakers’ minds as persistent economic weakness in Euro-zone boost the bloc keeps alive hopes for more ECB Hong Kong ended 0.4 percent higher intervention. but Tokyo, Sydney and Seoul all closed Dealers are awaiting an ECB policy meet- lower. On currency markets talk of a slow ing this week to see if it ramps up its stimu- rise in US rates weighed on the dollar in lus program or, in light of the latest report, New York, where it fell to 122.86 yen while stands pat until the new year. “Regardless the euro climbed to $1.0634. However, the of the data, the ECB cannot afford to disap- greenback bounced back in Asia ahead of point today,” said Marco Valli, chief euro- Fed chair Janet Yellen’s testimony to area economist at UniCredit SpA. “The Congress on the US economy. stage has been set for (ECB chief Mario) The euro was also supported by data Draghi to take action.” Sydney stocks showing manufacturing growth in the slipped despite a slight pick-up in the Euro-zone picked up the pace last month Australian economy in the July-September while unemployment tumbled, fuelling quarter, which Treasurer Scott Morrison hopes the bloc is slowly recovering. The said showed progress in shifting from a Eurostat agency said unemployment in the resources-fuelled boom to broader-based 19-country region fell to 10.7 percent in growth. European stock markets rose in October, the best reading since January opening deals, with London up 0.3 percent 2012. In Germany the rate sank to its low- at 6,415.64, Frankfurt 0.4 percent higher est level since reunification in 1990. But the and Paris climbing 0.2 percent. — AFP Oil falls below $44

LONDON: Oil fell below $44 per bar- continued extracting oil at a post- rel yesterday as a rise in US invento- Soviet record of 10.78 million barrels ries added to the global glut, and per day (bpd) in November despite investors discounted the possibility of low oil prices, Energy Ministry data OPEC cutting output at this week’s showed yesterday. Data from the meeting. Brent crude was down 60 American Petroleum Institute (API) cents at $43.84 a barrel by 1122 GMT, showed a 1.6 million-barrel rise in US falling for a fifth consecutive session. crude inventories last week to 489.9 It dropped as low as $43.75, its weak- million barrels. The US government’s est level since Nov 23, and was on Energy Information Administration’s track for its lowest close in two weeks. inventory report will be published at US crude traded 47 cents down at 1530 GMT. $41.38 a barrel. Low oil prices in combination with Current oil production is substan- high debt levels are putting heavy tially outpacing demand and the pressure on corporate energy earn- growing global surplus has sent ings. “The global oil and gas sector is prices tumbling by more than 60 per- heavily indebted, with upstream com- cent since June 2014. The panies holding about $1.1 trillion in Organization of the Petroleum dollar-denominated corporate bonds Exporting Countries (OPEC), however, and loans,” BMI Research said. “While is not expected to budge from its the current debt load does not pose a stance of keeping output high to systemic threat to the industry, a pull- defend market share against produc- back in low-cost financing will be a ers such as Russia and North America. necessary precursor to the broader “The market ascribes an extremely rebalancing of the physical oil mar- low probability to a change in OPEC ket.” Many analysts are skeptical of oil policy,” said Bjarne Schieldrop, chief prices recovering into 2016. “We commodity analyst at SEB in Oslo. “If maintain our bearish or sideway investors thought there was even the move in oil prices in the next 2-3 slightest risk, we would have seen months as things haven’t really prices rise in the run up to the meet- changed fundamentally, despite data ing.” showing a decline in stocks builds by Beyond OPEC’s meeting, oil traders end of next year,” Natixis oil analyst remained focused on growing stock- Abhishek Deshpande told the Reuters piles and high production. Russia Global Oil Forum. — Reuters

Gold dips as dollar climbs ahead of ECB, US payrolls

LONDON: Gold retreated yesterday, in the euro zone, and further US jobs snapping two days of gains, as the growth,” he said. “But as always, pre- dollar rose against the euro ahead of cious could jump higher if those expected further stimulus from the expectations are disappointed.” European Central Bank today, and US The euro fell yesterday to hold just payrolls data later in the week. Prices above a 7-1/2-month low against the hit near six-year lows last week, dollar as long-term investors raised weighed down by expectations that their bets against the single currency the Federal Reserve will hike interest before today’s ECB meeting, where rates for the first time in nearly a markets are expecting fresh stimulus decade this month, even as the ECB measures. The euro extended losses eases policy further. after data showed euro zone infla- The Fed has tied the timing of its tion was unchanged in November rate hiking cycle to the strength of against expectations of a slight US data, making this week’s payrolls increase, maintaining pressure on report particularly important. Rising the ECB to ease monetary policy fur- rates would lift the opportunity cost ther. of holding non-yielding gold, while Precious metals house MKS said in boosting the dollar. Spot gold was a note that interest in gold was mut- down 0.3 percent at $1,066.70 an ed overnight in Asia, home of the ounce at 1021 GMT. Last week it slid world’s largest bullion consumers, to its lowest since February 2010 at China and India. “Volumes were back $1,052.46. at the lower end of the spectrum “There was some repositioning after yesterday’s flurry of activity, from the lows which coincided with with Comex gold turning over 11,000 month-end on Monday, and a bit of a lots of (US gold futures) in the first bounce higher yesterday,” Mitsubishi six hours of trade compared with analyst Jonathan Butler said. “Now about 24,000 lots yesterday,” it said. we appear to have paused around US gold futures for February delivery the $1,070 level.” “Essentially the ECB were up $2.50 an ounce at $1,066. and Friday’s non-farm payrolls look Silver was down 0.2 percent at quite negative for precious metals, $14.12 an ounce, while platinum was given the likelihood of further up 0.4 percent at $841.95 an ounce strengthening of the dollar on the and palladium was down 0.2 percent back of potential quantitative easing at $537 an ounce. — Reuters THURSDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2015 BUSINESS Cheap oil can be both a boon and bane

FRANKFURT: Falling oil prices can be both a the expert argued. So far, the drop in oil mine the still very tentative recovery in the unacceptable for a central bank, insofar as it governing council is expected to announce a boon and bane for the global economy, but prices — 60 percent since mid-2014 — has 19 countries that share the euro. For the implies that people’s expectations of its reac- stepping up of the asset purchase program for the European Central Bank they are now been seen by many central bankers and ECB’s part, “it’s tactically smart to focus the tion function have become less certain,” he at its meeting on Thursday, and possibly a major headache because they are keeping economists as a result of over-abundant sup- debate on demand shocks”, said Gilles Moec said. The ECB has unleashed an unprece- even a further cut in key interest rates, euro-zone inflation much lower than it ply, helping to slash energy bills for house- at Bank of America. “But the real problem for dented series of policy measures to try and already at historic lows. would like. On paper, low oil prices should be holds and businesses alike. But the ECB’s the central bank is whether it remains credi- push euro-zone inflation back up to levels “Inflation has now been below target for positive for the economy because they boost own chief economist Peter Praet said in a ble or not,” he said. “Markets’ inflation expec- conducive to healthy economic growth. a long period of time and even probably the purchasing power. But in the current envi- recent interview with Bloomberg News that tations have fallen sharply,” he noted, point- It has slashed key interest rates, made most optimistic forecasts suggest that it ronment, they could also be seen as a sign of a “significant” part of the decline was attrib- ing out that only time could tell whether vast amounts of cheap loans available to could well be quite some time before infla- slowing demand, observers argue, posing a utable to the slowing global economy. they would prove correct. banks and most recently embarked on a pro- tion returns to target,” said Oxford Economics challenge for the ECB’s monetary policy and “A lot of the latest wave of commodity gram to buy around 60 billion euros of analyst Ben May. “There’s not much the ECB putting its credibility to the test. “The weak- price declines is demand related. At some Bank is ‘powerless’ bonds each month until at least September can do to control the oil prices. So to a cer- ening of oil prices is currently the most point in the recent past you had a supply But the ECB is concerned that the pes- 2016. But area-wide inflation is still chronical- tain degree, the ECB is powerless,” he said. important factor in the ECB’s analysis,” ING side issue, which is a windfall for consumers, simism of market players reflects a lack of ly low, standing at just 0.1 percent in But for the ECB’s chief economist Praet it was DiBa economist Carsten Brzeski said. but now a significant part is also coming confidence in its ability to counter future oil October, far below the ECB’s target of just “essential that uncertainty does not give rise Low oil prices were pushing inflation low- from weak global conditions,” he said. ECB price shocks, Moec said. Praet hinted as much under 2.0 percent. November inflation data to indecision”. In other words, in order to er and fuelling concerns within the ECB’s president Mario Draghi put forward similar himself. “We have seen, on occasions, longer- are scheduled to be published on safeguard its credibility and give the impres- governing council about the threat of defla- arguments at the end of October. And a term inflation expectations responding to Wednesday, with analysts penciling in a sion that it remains in control, the ECB tion, or a downward spiral of falling prices, global economic slowdown could under- short-term movements in oil prices. That is meagre 0.2 percent. In view of this, the ECB’s should not hesitate to act. — AFP

Qalaa Agrifoods Business unit Gozour divests in Sudan, Egypt

KUWAIT: Qalaa Holdings (CCAP.CA on the million. Qalaa had previously fully written- Egyptian Exchange), an African leader in down the value of its investment in El- infrastructure and industry, announced Misrieen, which ceased operations in 2012. yesterday that RIS - a business unit of its Qalaa Holdings continues to divest non- agrifoods subsidiary Gozour - has signed a core investments across its footprint as it sale and purchase agreement (SPA) for the focuses on core business units including sale of its two Halawa and Biscuits plants in Egyptian Refining Company (a $3.7 billion Sudan to a Sudanese investor at an enter- megaproject that is nearing the 75% com- prise value of $ 4.3 million. Qalaa Holdings pletion mark and is on track to begin pro- currently has an effective ownership of duction in 2017) and TAQA Arabia (Egypt’s 55% in RIS. leading independent energy distribution Furthermore, Gozour has signed anoth- company). The company also remains er SPA for the sale of Misr October for Food watchful for opportunities to create new Industries (El-Misrieen), an Egyptian manu- shareholder value through the acquisition facturer of cheese products, to a domestic of additional stakes in core subsidiaries and industrial investor at an enterprise value of to engage in share buybacks for so long as EGP 50 million. The acquirer will assume all Qalaa shares trade at a steep discount to debt, liabilities and obligations of El- their fair value. Pharos Holding was sell- Misrieen, including bank debt of EGP 16.5 side advisor for the El-Misrieen transaction.

Teekay LNG, Samsung and GIC ink LNG import terminal project in Bahrain

KUWAIT: A consortium composed of Teekay LNG Partners LP (Teekay LNG, NYSE: TGP), Samsung C&T (Samsung), ATHENS: An elderly street vendor pushes his trolley while health workers and hospitals’ medical staff march in central Athens during a 48-hours Gulf Investment Corporation (GIC) have strike yesterday to protest against cutbacks and understaffing. — AFP signed with the government of the Kingdom of Bahrain the project agree- ments for the development of an LNG Euro-zone inflation remains receiving and regasification terminal in Bahrain. The project, to be developed on a BOOT (build, own, operate, transfer) low; ECB prepares for action basis, will be located in Hidd Industrial area of Bahrain and will help the Kingdom meet the increasing demand Spanish unemployment drops ahead of vote for gas supplies to satisfy its industrial and urban development. LONDON: As if the European Central Bank need- its deposit rate by a further 0.20 percentage gy prices falls out of the annual comparison. Still, The Oil and Gas Holding Company (Nogaholding) awarded the project to ed any more incentive to inject another dose of point to minus 0.4 percent. with the euro-zone economy still sluggish, few Ibrahim Al Qadhi, CEO of GIC stimulus into the 19-country euro-zone econo- The aim of both measures would be to stoke economists think wages will grow strongly and Teekay LNG-Samsung GIC consortium my, official figures yesterday showed inflation in inflation by giving a boost to economic activity in as such inflation is expected to remain quite a following an international competitive pioneer investor in GCC infrastructure the region remains worryingly low. The annual the region through a combination of low interest way below target for some time yet. tendering process. The project will be projects through partnerships with world rate of price increase across the euro-zone was rates and more bank lending. Policymakers at the owned and operated through a new joint leading industry partners” AlQadhi fur- stuck at 0.1 percent in November, the European ECB will be particularly concerned by the fact Spanish unemployment venture, Bahrain LNG WLL, owned by ther added: “Winning the LNG Import Union’s statistics agency said. That was below that the core inflation rate, which strips out Meanwhile, Spanish unemployment fell in Noga holding (30%), Teekay LNG (30%), Terminal project reinforces GIC status as market expectations for an uptick to 0.2 percent volatile items such as energy, food, alcohol and November, reversing a three-month upward Samsung (20%) and GIC (20%) and is the the largest private industrial investor in and way short of the ECB’s target of just below 2 tobacco, fell to 0.9 percent from 1.1 percent. The trend, the labor ministry said yesterday, provid- first of its kind in the Middle East to be Bahrain and one of the largest private percent. consensus in the markets was the rate to remain ing a welcome boost for the government less developed on a public and private part- employers of Bahraini nationals” As a result of weak inflation and growth, the unchanged. than three weeks ahead of a general election. nership (PPP) scheme. “We are thrilled to partner with GIC, central bank is expected to announce another The low core rate is likely to fuel concerns Some 27,000 fewer people were registered as The project will comprise a Floating who has experience with infrastructure stimulus for the euro-zone at the conclusion of that low inflation is becoming embedded in jobless than in October, taking the total number Storage Unit (FSU), an offshore LNG project development throughout the its policy meeting Thursday despite some reser- expectations. The euro fell in reaction to the of unemployed to 4.15 million. The ministry said receiving jetty and breakwater, an adja- Gulf region, and with Samsung, who has vations within the ECB’s governing council. Most inflation figures, from about $1.0620 to $1.0584. the number of unemployed had come down by cent regasification platform, subsea gas developed LNG regasification terminals economists expect the ECB to make it more That’s a sign that traders think the figures make 362,818 over the last 12 months, and highlight- pipelines from the platform to shore, an elsewhere in the world”, commented expensive for commercial banks to park their it more likely that the ECB’ will be bold in its ed a 15.8 percent increase in full-time long-term onshore gas receiving facility, and an Peter Evensen, Teekay LNG’s Chief cash at the central bank - cutting the so-called decision on expanding stimulus. Inflation in the work contracts in November from the same onshore nitrogen production facility. The Executive Officer. “In addition, we are deposit rate further into negative territory - and euro-zone, as well as many parts of the world, month a year earlier. project will have a capacity of 800 million excited to be able to dedicate and long to extend and swell its current 1.1 trillion-euro has been low - sometimes even negative - for But at 21.1 percent Spain’s unemployment standard cubic feet per day and will be term charter one of our LNG carriers.” ($1.2 trillion) government bond-buying program. more than a year, largely because oil and com- rate, which is calculated from a separate survey, owned and operated under a twenty- Shin Kim, CEO of Samsung, comment- Jonathan Loynes, chief European economist modity prices have fallen sharply in financial is still the EU’s highest in the European Union year agreement commencing on 15 July ed, “It is a great honor to have remark- at Capital Economics, said the inflation numbers markets. bar Greece. Spanish Prime Minister Mariano 2018. able sponsorships with GIC, a leading have given the “green light” to the ECB to Among many knock-on effects, that’s led to Rajoy has centered his re-election campaign on Teekay LNG -Samsung-GIC selected investor with extensive experience and announce “much-needed additional stimulus” lower domestic energy bills, falling prices at the employment, promising two million more jobs GS Engineering & Construction as the insight in the GCC region and also with today. “The ECB is likely to remain nervous that a pump and subdued costs for businesses. Weak over the next five years. Spain goes to the polls EPC contractor of the project. Teekay LNG Teekay LNG, a world class LNG shipping further period of low inflation will lead to a big- economic growth in large parts of the euro-zone on December 20. Economy Minister Luis de will supply the FSU vessel which will be company with the highest technical ger drop in inflation expectations and take action has also failed to push up wages, which is one Guindos told the El Economista paper that modified specifically for this project, expertise required for the Project. We will tomorrow accordingly,” said Loynes. He expects tried-and-trusted way of generating inflation. incomes would return to their pre-financial crisis through a twenty (20) year time charter do our best for the successful execution the ECB to increase its monthly pace of asset pur- Inflation could start rising in the next few level by the end of 2016 but “employment will to the joint venture. Ibrahim AlQadhi, of the Project based on solid collabora- chases from 60 billion euros to 80 billion and cut months largely because last year’s drop in ener- take three years longer”. — Agencies CEO of GIC stated: “GIC is proud to be a tion with our partners.” Dunlop Al Babtain launches all new SP SPORT MAXX 050+

KUWAIT: Gulf Express Al Babtain, the sole Regency Hotel, on the 22nd of November, General Manager for Sales; Takashi Hara, distributor of DUNLOP tires in the State of 2015. The Dunlop Sport MAXX 050+ event Senior General Manager Technical Service Kuwait, launched its all NEW Dunlop Sport was attended by General Manager Gulf Department; Toshifumi Yuze, Sales Manager; Maxx 050+ tires, during a customer event Express; Ahmad Shihadah, Managing Angelo Nigli, Technical Service Manager; held for more than 200 guests, at the Director Dunlop (SRME); Takeshi Adachi, Jithin Jayachandra and Assistant Manager Sales & Marketing Sreejith Rajan along with many members of the organization attended and showed support from Al-Babtain Group. On this occasion, General Manager Gulf Express Ahmad Shihadah expressed, “Al Babtain is very proud to be associated with an esteemed brand like Dunlop and is hap- py to launch all NEW Dunlop SP Sport Maxx 050+ in presence of our esteemed cus- tomers who patronized Al Babtain and Dunlop over the past 30 years.” Ahmad Shihadah added, “We at Al Babtain will cer- tainly continue promoting Dunlop tires aggressively with utmost commitment and passion by offering the most reliable and Dunlop PT3, VERO 303 & unveiled the presti- technical features was given to portray all safe products through our retail infrastruc- gious product DUNLOP SP SPORTS MAXX the advantages. Which was followed by a ture facilities and our reputed distribution 050+ during the event. A special mention recognition ceremony to award the top con- channels. We currently have 12S retail out- that SRME is confident of Gulf Express Al tributors from the customers’ side. The event lets actively promoting Dunlop tires in all Babtain will continue striving hard to was concluded with a raffle draw and dinner. product segments, strategically located in enhance Dunlop’s market share in State of At Gulf Express there is a commitment to prime locations.” Kuwait and maintain its leadership position provide all motorists, dealers and corpora- Dunlop takes utmost pleasure in intro- in the represented segment. A presentation tions with the best quality and service that ducing its new generation products such as on the new product line up along with the Dunlop tires offer. THURSDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2015 BUSINESS

TREG offers premium projects in Birmingham and Liverpool

KUWAIT: Following visits to more than Birmingham, Liverpool, Manchester and Birmingham and Liverpool given the fact built and acquired a series of hotels and the property value, after the completion twenty British cities over the last three surrounding areas. that they are attractive areas and have var- commercial buildings in Birmingham, of construction, is set to grow up to 25%. months, Waleed Al-Qaddoumi, Managing He pointed out that this activity is a ious up-to-date services as well as lower Liverpool and their suburbs. The Group Certain existing properties recorded Director, Top Real Estate Group (TREG), result of injection of billions of sterling costs as compared to London. will market the Company’s projects in increase ranging from 5 - 20% depending said: “from real estate perspective, UK is pounds to develop infrastructure in these This, of course, encouraged many Kuwait and Qatar. on their location, advantages and services. not London and Milton Keynes only; there cities, offer opportunities for private com- employees of these organizations to relo- Al-Qaddoumi pointed out that the Al-Qaddoumi said that Top Real Estate are large and medium-sized cities with panies to develop old buildings in major cate for living in these cities, which turned projects are located in prime locations and Group always seeks to meet the require- equivalent investment strengths and cities and convert a large part of the same to have greater real estate demand than their prices are highly suitable for various ments of its clients and offer them best importance. Al-Qaddoumi added that into residential projects. This enhanced ever before. Al-Qaddoumi said that the investors. Al-Qaddoumi advised individu- opportunities. He indicated that TREG is what caught my attention during this tour the ability of these cities to attract large Group entered into an exclusive agree- als interested in investing in UK to target currently in the process of exploring many as compared with the tour made in previ- segment of investors from around the ment with Seven Capital, a leading real these cities because properties therein are real estate opportunities that benefit ous years is the significant increase in the world. In addition, many banks and major estate company operating in these cities certainly cheaper than London and investors and intend to offer projects at volume of activity and urban movement companies in the UK moved their head with experience exceeding twenty years achieve good returns on lease ranging the beginning of next year in several cities in these cities, particularly in the cities of offices to these cities, in particular during which the Company implemented, from 5-7% per annum. On the other hand, in UK, Switzerland, France and USA. Egypt jumps on FX payment to foreigners; Gulf sluggish Global Telecom up 10 percent on buyout rumor

MIDEAST STOCK MARKETS

DUBAI: Egyptian stocks rose sharply yester- foreign funds; it may simply have started run- estate developers were also big gainers, with day after the central bank sought to reassure ning down its limited reserves faster. Palm Hills Development up 7.0 percent. markets by providing hard currency to foreign “Foreign investors will be pleased by the investors. Saudi Arabia’s bourse climbed but clearing of the backlog,” said Simon Kitchen, Gulf markets other Gulf markets moved little. The Egyptian head of regional strategies research at Cairo- Meanwhile, the Saudi stock index rose 0.7 index jumped 3.5 percent to 6,650 points, ris- based EFG Hermes. “But they will want clarity percent. Al Tayyar Travel Group soared 9.3 per- ing above its end-November high, which trig- on the US dollar-Egyptian pound path before cent in its heaviest trade for six weeks on what gered a minor double bottom that confirmed coming into the market.” Global Telecom traders said was a rumor that a Saudi invest- it has established at least a short-term floor. surged its 10 percent limit to 1.87 Egyptian ment company would buy a stake in the firm. As it closed, it was testing minor chart resist- pounds in its heaviest trading in five weeks. In An Al Tayyar official was not available to com- ance on the late November peak of 6,642 a brief statement, it said a newspaper, which it ment. Al Jazira Bank climbed 2.0 percent in AUB hosts a seminar on real estate points. The central bank changed the way it did not name, had published a story on unusually heavy volume after it said it had investment opportunities in London allocated US dollars at a foreign exchange rumors that European firm Vimpelcom had signed a memorandum of understanding to auction on Tuesday and repaid to foreign offered to buy out Global at a price of 2.30 sell land in Eastern Province, and expected a KUWAIT: Ahli United Bank hosted a seminar Residential Development Opportunity, a funds a backlog of over $500 million built up pounds per share. Vimpelcom already owns capital gain of 209 million riyals ($55.7 mil- on the latest developments in London real fund which has been filed with and during a long-running dollar shortage - clear- about 52 percent of Global, according to the lion) which it planned to book in the first estate market for its Private Banking clients acknowledged by the Central Bank of ing the entire backlog. latest data. quarter of 2016. at the Ritz Carlton Bahrain. First speaker of Bahrain, which enables clients to acquire This appeared to spur some selective buy- “The company does not respond to rumors Other Saudi banks and companies may the seminar was Piers Master, Tax Partner shares in a collective investment vehicle ing by foreign investors. Commercial and confirms that the company does not have also sell land in coming months after the cabi- with the international law firm Charles focusing on mid-market residential schemes International Bank, one of their favorite any material events unannounced,” Global said net last month approved the imposition of a Russell Speechlys, who spoke on recent UK in Greater London and delivering returns stocks, surged 5.6 percent. Overall, however, without elaborating. Last Thursday, Vimpelcom tax on undeveloped land, which could come tax legislations, most relevant to investors through the development and sale of com- non-Arab foreign investors remained net sell- said it and Global would combine their busi- into effect as soon as the end of next year. owning or eyeing to own residential proper- pleted schemes. ers of stocks by a large margin yesterday, ness in Pakistan with Warid Telecom. Qalaa Qatar’s stock index edged up 0.2 percent in ty in the UK. Prakash Mohan, Group Head, AUB, com- exchange data showed. There was continued Holdings climbed 6.8 percent after jumping 4.5 thin trade; Qatar National Bank ended almost He drew the attention to the proposed mented: “We are pleased by the feedback uncertainty over how foreign exchange policy percent on Tuesday when it said its Gozour flat after dropping 2.4 percent at one stage, changes to the inheritance tax, expected to from our valued clients who attended this will develop in the future - a devaluation may agrifoods unit had signed deals to sell assets in dragging the index down. The Dubai, Abu be introduced in 2017, which will make resi- seminar, which is part of our efforts to keep be inevitable at some stage - and how the Sudan and Egypt for about $11 million, as Dhabi and Oman markets were closed for dential property owned by offshore compa- our clients updated on developments affect- central bank obtained the money to repay the Qalaa continued to sell non-core assets. Real National Day holidays. —Reuters nies subject to inheritance tax for the first ing their current or prospective investments. time in the UK. He discussed the criteria for We are also excited to launch this initiative retaining a non-domiciled status for UK tax to invest in the UK residential market purposes which significantly lowers one’s through a fund vehicle, instead of direct Great offers available to shrewd real tax burden, stressing that with the right ownership of property, which benefits the advisory, international investors can well investors with a better tax planning. “ navigate the UK tax code and better profit He further added that due to AUB’s well- estate investors at Cityscape Kuwait from the attractive investment opportuni- established presence and expertise in the ties there. London market and our partnership with KUWAIT: Visitors to the 2nd edition Kuwait will cover more than nity to evaluate a number of differ- Cityscape we are offering a 15% Next speakers were Patrick Carr, Director, some of the world’s leading fund managers, of Cityscape Kuwait (held under the 7,000sqm of exhibition space, a ent projects at the same time, plus discount on this project to our visi- Savills Investment Management and Joy our clients can access a broader range of patronage of His Highness Sheikh 40% increase from 2014. get the best deals possible by tors” She added: “Cityscape is one Mcsmythurs, Real Estate Fund Manager, Ahli investment opportunities whilst always Jaber Al-Mubarak Al-Hamad Al- Deep Marwaha, Group Director negotiating directly with the devel- of the best venues to reach our United Bank (UK) who presented an counting on the professional advice and Sabah, Prime Minister of the State of Cityscape at Informa Exhibitions, opers.” clients”. As Gold Sponsor of overview of the London residential property friendly personal service they’ve come to of Kuwait) - the premier real estate the organizers of Cityscape Kuwait, Speaking on behalf of Bin Cityscape Kuwait 2015, Al Mazaya market, underlining the acute supply and expect from our teams both in Bahrain and investment and development said: “We are delighted to bring a Faqeeh Real Estate Development Holding Co. confirmed that the demand imbalance in the mainstream the United Kingdom”. AUB’s Private Banking event, can expect numerous real wide variety of local and interna- co. who are offering a 15% off prop- exhibition is an excellent platform London market, driven by the city’s growing & Wealth Management has received a string estate launches and special offers tional developers and brokers to erties in Spark Residence, in to meet potential investors, to population and the chronic undersupply of of accolades and awards over the years, from exhibitors at the event, the real estate investment commu- Bahrain ONLY to all Cityscape exchange the latest information on new units available to meet the growing including most recently being best Private the local and regional real estate demand. Bank in the Middle East , 2015 by Global industry, and a great opportunity They highlighted development opportu- Finance and Best Private Bank in Bahrain to network with industry leaders nities arising in the Greater London area, cit- 2015 by both Euromoney and The and stakeholders. ing as an example the AUB Greater London Banker/PWM’s World Private Awards 2015. Al Mazaya will feature its new collections of investments’ projects specially designed to cater to investors and individuals’ while offering payment facilities and spe- cial discount upon cash payment, exclusively at Cityscape Kuwait. The company will also facilitate the financing process for potential investors and will promote; Q Point, a residential project in Dubai with units starting from KD 41,000 and Rhythm Istanbul in Turkey starting from KD 35,000, in addition to Mazaya Residence in Oman starting from KD 31,600. Sheikh Mubarak Al Sabah, Assisting CEO for Marketing at Al Mazaya Holding Co. said: “We are in the process of finalizing a huge pro- Renault-Nissan alliance motional campaign exclusive for our visitors at Cityscape Kuwait. to provide world’s Our special promos are designed to benefit our customers and potential investors who are looking to invest electric-vehicle fleet ever in potential stable markets with sol- id return on investment. Other DUBAI: The Renault-Nissan Alliance will pro- 200 Renault and Nissan employees volunteer major developers offering exclusive vide the world’s largest electric-vehicle fleet to drive at COP21. The 100% electric cars will discounts to visitors of Cityscape ever to an international conference. As the be driven by a team of 200 professional driv- Kuwait include; IGL Investment and official passenger-car provider for the United ers and 200 volunteers from Renault and Real Estate Co., Royal Ambassador, Nation’s COP21 climate conference in Paris, Nissan. In June, the Renault-Nissan Alliance Binghatti Developers, GTR the Alliance will provide 200 pure electric launched a call for volunteers to allow Development and Tebyan Real vehicles to the annual summit which runs employees in and around Paris the opportu- Estate Development who are offer- from Nov 30 to Dec 11. Together, the vehicles nity to be part of COP21 as volunteer drivers. ing visitors that purchase a luxuri- are expected to cover more than 400,000 km, The response was overwhelming with ous Penthouse a free Studio apart- emitting zero emissions while shuttling dele- more than 450 employees applying before ment. Cityscape Kuwait also fea- gates during the 21st annual Conference of the recruitment process was closed. The 200 tures free to attend seminars which Parties (better known as COP21). successful Renault and Nissan applicants, as have been developed specifically More than 20,000 UN participants from well as the professional drivers, will undergo a for Kuwaiti based investors and real 195 countries are expected to attend COP21. rigorous training program in preparation for estate professional. “Electric vehicles are a practical and afford- the event. “Renault and Nissan employees are The Cityscape Kuwait Business able mode of transportation. At the same at the forefront of the electric-vehicle revolu- Forum provides a platform for the time, they offer a solution for drastically tion. Many of them already drive an electric regional real estate industry to reducing tailpipe CO2 emissions. They also vehicle. They are the best ambassadors to share knowledge, debate current reduce regulated exhaust pollutants, helping demonstrate the benefits of these cars and issues, and form partnerships with us to improve the air quality in our cities. what zero-emission mobility is all about,” said policy makers, regional and interna- Together, the public and private sectors can Ghosn. tional investors, business leaders, accelerate the transition to a zero-emission The Renault-Nissan Alliance will set up and real estate professionals. The society,” said Carlos Ghosn, Chairman and network of 90 quick and standard charging Cityscape Kuwait Investment Series CEO of the Renault-Nissan Alliance. stations in strategic locations with French has been developed to provide The COP21 car fleet will feature the electric utility company EDF powered by low- both novice and experienced pri- Renault ZOE subcompact car, the Nissan LEAF carbon electricity. The residual emissions will vate investors with tangible tools compact car and the 7-seater Nissan e-NV200 be offset under an accredited U.N. carbon off- on building a property portfolio, as van. The vehicles will be available to shuttle setting program. The quick charging stations according to information from the nity in Kuwait. There is widespread Kuwait Visitors. Nadia Bou Slama, well as unique insights on global delegates 24 hours, seven days a week to and will be able to charge the EVs from 0 to 80% organizers. With more than 70 anecdotal evidence that, encour- Head of Marketing said: “The real estate markets that are offering from the Le Bourget conference venue, as a capacity in about 30 minutes. The Alliance exhibitors from the domestic, aged by low oil prices, Kuwaitis are Kuwaiti market is a valuable market attractive returns. Cityscape Kuwait complement to public transportation. This has sold more than 274,000 electric vehicles regional and international markets diversifying their investments both to Bin Faqeeh. We launched Spark 2015 returns with support from marks the first time the UN will use a zero- around the world, accounting for half of all confirmed to take part in this year’s at home and in overseas markets. residence to respond to the market sponsors: NBK, Al Hamra Real Estate emission or 100% electric fleet for its entire EVs on the road since its first electric vehicle Cityscape Kuwait, the premier real Cityscape Kuwait provides Kuwaiti needs based on our long experi- Development, Al Mazaya Holding passenger-car shuttle at a climate summit. Nissan LEAF went on sale in late 2010. estate showcase in the State of based investors the ideal opportu- ence in Kuwait and exclusively at Co and Al Marjan Island. technology THURSDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2015

IRS: Won’t use phone-tracking technology without warrant

WASHINGTON: Internal Revenue cellphone towers to trick nearby phones devices as part of 11 federal investiga- The agency started the process of includes the cell tower simulators. Service criminal investigators will not into revealing their locations. The guid- tions since 2011. The technology was buying a second cell-site simulator in Wyden said in a statement that the IRS continue to use cellphone-tracking tech- ance requires a warrant - which requires also loaned out on four non-IRS investi- July but hasn’t yet received it. The letter efforts were “reasonable steps to protect nology without first seeking a warrant, probable cause and a judge’s signature - gations, including a Drug Enforcement was sent in response to question Wyden due process.” the IRS commissioner told Congress in a except in emergencies or exceptional cir- Administration case and three state cas- asked during a Finance Committee hear- “The IRS has an important role to play letter made public Tuesday. cumstances. es. Koskinen said the device is used only ing last month. in combating money laundering, drug Commissioner John Koskinen said his Koskinen disclosed the new policy in by trained law enforcement agents for Wyden and Rep. Jason Chaffetz, R- trafficking, and international tax dodg- agency is drafting a policy to abide by a letter sent Nov. 25 letter to Sen. Ron criminal investigations and won’t be Utah, have introduced a bill requiring a ing, but tax enforcement and protection the Justice Department’s guidance on Wyden, D-Ore. The IRS said it has used its used again until the new policy is in warrant for government tracking of of personal privacy must not be mutually using the technology, which simulates one cell-site simulator to track 37 cellular place. Americans’ electronic data, which exclusive,” he said. — AP Facebook’s CEO, wife to give 99% of shares to couple’s foundation Zuckerberg plans to remain CEO for ‘many, many years’

SAN FRANCISCO: Mark Zuckerberg begin by focusing on curing disease, announced he would take two months Zuckerberg and Chan said they will will put 99 percent of his Facebook Inc Internet connectivity, community of paternity leave after the birth. share more details when they return shares, currently worth about $45 bil- building and personalized learning - or Chan and Zuckerberg have so far from their maternity and paternity lion, into a new philanthropy project the idea that technology can help stu- committed $1.6 billion to their philan- leaves. Zuckerberg has started his focusing on human potential and dents learn at different paces. thropy. They have given several dona- leave, a company representative said, equality, he and his wife said Tuesday Maxima Chan Zuckerberg was born tions this year, including to public and will be available if “absolutely in a letter to their newborn daughter. early last week - though Facebook did schools, initiatives to bring better wire- needed.” Sheryl Sandberg, chief operat- The plan, which was posted on the not specify her birth date - and less Internet access and to San ing officer, and Mike Schroepfer, chief Facebook founder and chief executive weighed 7 lbs 8 ounces (3.4 kg) at Francisco General Hospital, where technology officer, will run the compa- officer’s page and has attracted more birth. Last month, Zuckerberg Chan works as a pediatrician. ny in Zuckerberg’s absence. — Reuters than 360,000 ‘likes’, follows other high- profile billionaires such as Warren Buffett and Bill and Melinda Gates, SAN FRANCISCO: In this Oct 4, 2010 file photo, a Yahoo signboard is displayed in San who have set up foundations to dedi- Francisco. Shares of Yahoo are up sharply before the opening bell, yesterday, on a cate their massive fortunes to philan- report that the company will discuss the sale of its Internet business. — AP thropic endeavors. Zuckerberg, 31, who will control the new initiative and Yahoo board to weigh future remain in charge of the world’s largest online social network, said he would of company: Marissa Mayer sell or give up to $1 billion in shares in each of the next three years. SAN FRANCISCO/BENGALURU: The grow its advertising business to compete He will keep a controlling stake in board of Yahoo Inc is weighing a sale of its with market leaders Google and Facebook. Facebook, valued at $303 billion as of core Internet business when it meets this Hopes of a comeback crumbled as Tuesday’s close, for what the company week, a source familiar with the matter Yahoo’s plan to push mobile, video, native called the “foreseeable future.” told Reuters. The board’s meeting comes and social media ads - a strategy Mayer According to Facebook’s most recent amid a broader debate about the future of introduced in 2014 under the acronym proxy statement, Zuckerberg owned 4 the company and that of high-profile Chief Mavens - failed to increase revenues as million Class A shares and 422.3 million Executive Marissa Mayer. desktop search ads continued to decline. Class B shares, which have 10 times the The Wall Street Journal first reported A $1.1 billion deal in 2013 to acquire voting power of A shares. Combined the possible sale of the Internet business social blogging site Tumblr also hit snags, he held 54 percent of the voting power late on Tuesday. People familiar with the with investors arguing that Mayer over- of the company’s shares. matter told the newspaper the board was paid for an unprofitable product. The deal Zuckerberg said he plans to remain expected to also discuss during meetings lifted Yahoo’s user base to about 1 billion CEO of Facebook for “many, many years from Wednesday through Friday whether but did not bring in advertisers. to come.” The move is not Zuckerberg’s to proceed with a plan to spin off more In September, Yahoo’s plans for the first in the world of philanthropy. When than $30 billion in shares of Alibaba spinoff of its stake in Alibaba hit a road- he was 26, he signed the Giving Holding Group Ltd. The company could block when the US Internal Revenue Pledge, which invites the world’s also pursue both options, the paper said. Service denied a request to bless the wealthiest individuals and families to The company’s shares were up more transaction as a tax-free deal. Yahoo said it commit to giving more than half of Max Chan Zuckerberg, Mark Zuckerberg, Priscilla Chan Zuckerberg In this undated photo than 7 percent in extended trading. planned to proceed with the spinoff their wealth to philanthropy or charita- provided by Mark Zuckerberg, Max Chan Zuckerberg is held by her parents, Mark Yahoo’s core business, which includes pop- despite the IRS announcement, but has ble causes over their lifetime or in their Zuckerberg and Priscilla Chan Zuckerberg. Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg and his wife ular services like Yahoo Mail and its news not yet done so. will. announced the birth of their daughter, Max, as well as plans to donate most of their wealth and sports sites, could attract private equi- In November, activist investor “Mark and Priscilla are breaking the to a new organization that will tackle a broad range of the world’s ills. — AP ty firms, media and telecom companies or Starboard Value LP asked Yahoo to drop mold with this breathtaking commit- firms like Softbank Group Corp, analysts plans to spin off its stake in Alibaba and ment,” billionaire investor Buffett said have said in the past. urged the company to sell its core search on Facebook. “A combination of brains, Facebook CEO, Yahoo declined to comment on the and display advertising businesses passion and resources on this scale will report. The news comes as Mayer faces instead. change the lives of millions. On behalf growing pressure over the company’s per- During Mayer’s 13-year tenure at of future generations, I thank them.” formance. Mayer came to Yahoo after a Google, she led the Google Earth, Gmail Buffett himself pledged Berkshire now a father long stint at Google. Her arrival kicked off and Google News teams and is credited Hathaway Inc stock worth $31 billion heightened expectations of a quick turn- with helping create the company’s cele- at the time to Gates’ foundation in around at Yahoo, which had struggled to brated search page. — Reuters 2006, which was the largest single gift SAN FRANCISCO: Talk about birth endowment of just over $41 billion, Zuckerberg promised to release more at the time. Zuckerberg is relatively announcements: Facebook CEO Mark which includes wealth donated by the details in the future, he said the couple young to commit so much of his Zuckerberg and his wife say they’ll Microsoft founder and his friend, the will transfer most of their wealth to the wealth. Microsoft Corp co-founder devote nearly all their wealth - roughly businessman Warren Buffett. The new initiative “during our lives.” The couple GE joins hands with Gates was 45 in 2000, the year he and $45 billion - to solving the world’s initiative will be organized as a limited will be in charge of the initiative, his wife founded the Bill and Melinda problems in celebration of their new liability company, however, rather although Zuckerberg won’t be quit- KU to honor winners Gates Foundation. Buffett was 76 in baby daughter, Max. than as a nonprofit foundation. “They ting his day job. 2006, the year he committed to give Zuckerberg’s wife, Priscilla Chan, want the most flexibility and they are “I have a full time job running away all of his Berkshire Hathaway gave birth to a 7-pound, 8-ounce going to use a wide variety of activities Facebook,” he told The Associated KUWAIT: GE joined hands with Kuwait become a financial and commercial hub. A stock to philanthropic organizations. daughter last week. But the couple to achieve their mission,” Rachael Press in an interview last month, dur- University in honoring the winners of the core pillar of Kuwait’s growth strategy is to About $350 billion is given away didn’t put out the news until Tuesday, Horwitz, a Facebook spokeswoman, ing which he discussed the couple’s first Kuwait Global Technopreneurship promote human capital development, each year in the United States by chari- when Zuckerberg posted it on said via email. “So in that way this is approach to philanthropy. Of his job at Challenge 2015 organised to mark the 40th which is reflected in the Kuwait ties, said Stacy Palmer, editor of the Facebook, of course. not a foundation nor is it entirely chari- the social network, he added, “I’m anniversary of Kuwait University’s College of Technopreneurship Challenge.” Chronicle of Philanthropy. She said In the same post, Zuckerberg said table.” going to be doing this for long time.” Engineering & Petroleum in collaboration Mohaisen added: “GE has been operating Zuckerberg and his wife Priscilla Chan’s he and Chan will, over time, commit The Facebook co-founder is one of with Taylors’ University of Malaysia. GE was in Kuwait for nearly eight decades. We have announcement was remarkable not 99 percent of their Facebook stock- Promoting equality the world’s wealthiest men. He and the Innovation Partner of the event held been working closely with our partners in just because of the size of the dona- holdings to such causes as fighting The notion of investing money in Chan, a 30-year-old pediatrician, have under the patronage of His Highness Crown the government and private sector to sup- tion, but because of their ages. disease, improving education and companies that tackle social issues previously donated $100 million to Prince Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al- port them in achieving their growth goals “Our lists of the top donors are usu- “building strong communities.” The isn’t new, but it has gained more cur- public schools in Newark, New Jersey, Sabah. and to promoting Kuwaiti talent develop- ally dominated by people in their 70s couple had previously pledged to give rency among a younger generation of and pledged $120 million to schools in Students from 71 countries in 65 teams ment. As the Innovation Partner of the or 80s,” she said. “This is a message to away at least half their assets during philanthropists, particularly in the tech poor communities of the San took part in the Challenge that aimed at Challenge, we are contributing to creating a other young people who are deciding their lifetime, but hadn’t provided world. Francisco Bay Area. They’ve also given identifying innovative solutions to address vibrant innovation ecosystem in the country. what to do with their great wealth.” In specifics. They are forming a new Zuckerberg has also shown a previ- $75 million to the Zuckerberg San three of the 14 pressing Global Challenges The solutions that emerge from this welcoming the birth of his first child on organization, called the Chan ous interest in influencing public poli- Francisco General Hospital, where for Engineering in the 21st Century: Make Challenge will not only benefit Kuwait but his Facebook page, Zuckerberg posted Zuckerberg Initiative, that will pursue cy. He led other prominent Silicon Chan did her medical training. Solar Energy Economical, Advance Health also humanity - as it seeks for more sustain- a photo of himself, his wife and their those goals through a combination of Valley figures in forming a group, In a statement, Facebook said the Informatics and Advance Personalized able energy sources and better healthcare. new daughter, Maxima, nicknamed charitable donations, private invest- FWD.us, that lobbied and gave dona- couple’s plan to transfer their shares Learning. Each team had 3 to 5 members GE will continue to work with Kuwait Max, along with a post entitled “A letter ment and promotion of government- tions to congressional candidates in an over time won’t affect his status as with at least one of them with an engineer- University and support the student commu- to our daughter.” policy reform. “Like all parents, we unsuccessful effort to promote immi- controlling shareholder of the compa- ing background. They attended a series of nity as we at GE move into the next era of (http://on.fb.me/1MVnGOj) want you to grow up in a world better gration reforms. Depending on how ny. The company said Zuckerberg has online courses and took quizzes after which growth as a digital industrial company.” In the 2,220-word letter, than ours today,” the 31-year-old social much of the new effort is devoted to committed to dispose of no more than 17 teams were short-listed. These teams Zuckerberg and Chan touched on media mogul and his wife wrote in a lobbying, it could raise new questions $1 billion of Facebook stock every year were mentored by GE at a workshop that Commitment issues including health, education, letter to their daughter, which they about the influence of money in for the next three years. provided invaluable insights for students in During the event, GE Kuwait Technology Internet access and learning before also posted on Facebook. today’s politics, some experts said. Zuckerberg and Chan had finalizing their projects, which were present- Center ‘GEKTC’ also accomplished yet anoth- announcing the Chan Zuckerberg The announcement stunned the In the letter to their daughter, announced on Facebook last July that ed at Kuwait University. er milestone by signing a Memorandum of Initiative, which aims to “advance charity world. “It’s incredibly impres- Zuckerberg and Chan described their they were expecting a daughter, after The winners, adjudicated by a jury of Understanding (MoU) with Kuwait human potential and promote equali- sive and an enormous commitment goals as “advancing human potential Chan had three previous miscarriages. experts and honored at the closing ceremo- University’s College of Engineering & ty.” that really eclipses anything that we’ve and promoting equality.” They added: Horwitz said the baby was born early ny, are: Legacy Team (Mohamed Ehab, Petroleum. The agreement has been devel- They plan to give away 99 percent seen in terms of size,” said Phil “We must make long term invest- last week, but declined to say which Muhammad Sartaj Khan, Omar Mohammed, oped for the purpose of engaging both par- of their Facebook shares over their life- Buchanan, president of the nonprofit ments over 25, 50 or even 100 years. day. “Mom and baby are both healthy Mohanad Bajuniad and Naomi Randall) - ties in mutual beneficial programs and activ- times to advance the initiative, which Center for Effective Philanthropy. The greatest challenges require very and doing well,” Horwitz added. First Prize of KD 1,500; E-Innovation Team ities to develop and train students and engi- was formed as a limited liability com- By comparison, the Bill and long time horizons and cannot be Zuckerberg has said he plans to take (Abdullah Osama Abdullah, Mahmoud neers in the Power Generation sector, as well pany controlled by the two. It will Melinda Gates Foundation has an solved by short term thinking.” While two months of paternity leave. — AP Mohmmad Hassan and Ahmed Essam as for applied research related to power gen- Omar) - Second Prize of KD 1,250; and eration. This collaboration reinforces GE’s Diabetes Lifecycle Management System commitment to the region by providing Team (Engin Demirel, Sedat Kesmen, Nedret high quality educational training and Tesla races into third position Kesmen, Hussein Alsayiegh and Hanaa research opportunities in the area of power Hussain) - Third Prize of KD 1,000. The Judges generation. Choice Award went to The Concept Crew Apart from its partnership on the world’s in innovation survey (Hessa Al-Wuhaib, Sager Al-Kuwari, Areej largest wastewater plant in Sulaibiya, GE has Hussain Mulla and Yousef Adel Al- established long-term partnerships in the NEW YORK: Electric car star Tesla has joined Apple and Gilead, Amazon, and Daimler. The rankings also took ning of innovation,” report co-author and BCG Boston Musaileem); they received KD 500. healthcare, aviation, energy and oil & gas Google at the top of an annual ranking of innovative into account how the companies performed for share- office director Michael Ringel told AFP. sectors in Kuwait for nearly eight decades. firms by Boston Consulting Group. Tesla raced into third holders. The list included 29 US companies; 11 “The fact that science and technology are becom- Prosperity The company is also focused on driving the position in a list of the 50 most innovative companies European firms, and 10 based in Asia. Only 12 compa- ing more important then drives a need for speed; it At the event, Mohammed Mohaisen, competencies of the Kuwaiti professionals based on a survey of 1,500 senior executives at a wide nies, 24 percent of the group, were in the technology becomes a race to be able to commercialize first.” President & CEO for Gas Power Systems, through dedicated training programs and array of companies, according to a BCG report released sector, while many were veterans of the Industrial era Technology platforms and mining valuable insights MENA, spoke on ‘Igniting the Spark of knowledge transfer programs. Highlighting yesterday. such as General Electric and Dow Chemical. from the growing mountains of information in data Innovation Today.’ He said: “Kuwait is one of its commitment to local research and inno- “Apple and Google again hold the top two spots,” centers are seen as key areas of innovation “We are the regional energy leaders with a clear vation, GE recently announced its invest- BCG said in the report, which showed the iPhone maker Need for speed becoming more and more capable with new technolo- focus on the efficient utilization of its ment in the GE Kuwait Technology Center, at the head of the list. “Tesla, which has been moving Nearly 80 percent of those who responded to the gy like big data,” said Ringel, who reasoned that an resources to promote infrastructure devel- one of the first-of-its-kind facilities outside up the list at the speed of one of its Model S sedans, survey cited innovation as a priority for their business- “explosion” of genomics data should help shake up opment and socio-economic prosperity. Its the US that aim to encourage a culture of reached number three.” Tesla, one of three car makers in es, with more than a fifth of them labeling it a main pri- healthcare. Characteristics shared by innovative com- Vision 2035 clearly promotes the spirit of collaboration and co-creation in energy gen- the top ten spots on the list, made its debut on the list ority. “The clearest trend which maybe has been grow- panies included using new technologies to create val- public private partnership in its goal to eration. in 41st place two years ago. The leading trio was fol- ing over time but really crystallized this year is the ue, not increase costs, with new products, services, or lowed in order by Microsoft, Samsung, Toyota, BMW, importance of science and technology as an underpin- ways of operating, according to the report. — AFP THURSDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2015 HEALTH & SCIENCE

Too much TV as a young adult may harm brain in mid-life

MIAMI: Too much television-watching in published in the Journal of the American time) were the most likely to have poor University of Oxford, who was not weakening the strength of the findings. young adulthood could lead to cognitive Medical Association (JAMA) Psychiatry. cognitive function,” said the study. involved in the findings, the study con- “Taken together, the work should provoke problems in mid-life, suggested a study Scientists assessed cognitive function Verbal memory, however, did not tained shortcomings. continued conversation about the nature yesterday that tracked more than 3,000 in the 25th year using three tests of men- appear to be affected by the amount of “First, these data rely entirely on a of different forms of interactive media people for 25 years. People who reported tal processing speed, executive function television time. The study was led by Tina potentially problematic self-reported and underline the value of open science watching more than three hours of televi- and verbal memory. Low levels of physical Hoang of the Northern California Institute measure for television time,” he said in a methodology including open datasets, sion per day as young adults were twice as activity and lots of television-watching for Research and Education at the statement. Researchers also did not study pre-registered analysis plans, and robust likely to suffer from poor cognition down were linked to slower processing speed Veterans Affairs Medical Center, San participants’ cognitive function at the and open peer review process,” he said in the road, compared to those who were and worse executive function, the study Francisco; and Kristine Yaffe of the beginning of the study, in order to have a a statement. “Until these innovations are more active and reported less screen time. found. “Participants with the least active University of California, San Francisco. baseline for a comparison. He also point- introduced into this research literature, The research tracked 3,247 adults, aged patterns of behavior (i.e., both low physi- According to Andrew Przybylski, an ed out that “nearly one in three partici- we will be left scratching our heads at 18-30 when they enrolled in the study cal activity and high television viewing experimental psychologist at the pants did not complete the study,” further studies like this.” —AFP

CHINA: Mushrooms used in Chinese traditional medicine for sale at the Caizhuanyue Market in Yulin.

CHINA: Various herbs and ingredients used in Chinese traditional medicine for sale at the Caizhuanyue Market in Yulin, southern China’s Guangxi region. Toil and trouble in China over Nobel medicine prize

BEIJING: China’s Tu Youyou collects ed the active ingredient of a single Rhino horn from endangered species, now offi- her country’s first Nobel Prize for plant in isolation. “Many fear that the Many mainstream medicines were cially banned-along with massages, medicine next week for extracting recent Nobel Prize, which celebrates originally derived from plants, and acupuncture and other treatments. “I an anti-malarial drug from a herb westernized Chinese medicine, will some researchers are looking for think it’d be quite good really to find CHINA: A bag of insects used as an ingredient in Chinese traditional medi- mentioned in a traditional text, but end up doing more harm than good active ingredients in TCM compo- out what is there in rhino horn cine for sale at the Caizhuanyue Market in Yulin. her award has prompted debate for authentic traditional medical nents, even though Tu failed to find instead of throwing it all away,” said over the role of science in the prac- practice,” said Lan Jirui, who has a other such drugs despite years of Fan. “Those that have been confiscat- tice. Tu derived artemisinin from booming TCM private practice in efforts. “It’s good to look into ed can be sent to laboratory and ana- sweet wormwood, which she found Beijing. Describing her research as a ethnopharmacology,” said Tai-Ping lyzed and synthesized.” cited in a 4th century traditional victory for TCM was “reckless”, said Fan, head of the Chinese Medicine Myanmar’s HIV patients Chinese medicine (TCM) document the state-run China Daily, arguing Laboratory at the University of National health as a fever treatment, developing a that would encourage Westernised Cambridge. “Medicine has evolved TCM is an enormous industry in shunned despite crucial weapon in the global fight reforms that ignore traditional theo- since the dawn of humanity, and sci- China, with a total value in excess of against the mosquito-borne disease ries about the body as a holistic sys- ence,” he added. “We need to have $91 billion in 2013, a third of the total as resistance to other treatments output of the country’s medical progress in treatment spread. industry, according to the official Traditional medicine is a source news agency Xinhua. In recent years LONDON: Shortly after Cho’s husband regions,” MSF doctor Soe Yadanar said of cultural pride in some Chinese the government has upped funding passed away at his parent’s home his ahead of World AIDS Day. Yet the stig- quarters, with Beijing planning to and support, even though most family called to tell her he had died of ma faced by people living with HIV expand its provision, and even health facilities use orthodox medi- AIDS and said she should get tested. lingers. Premier Li Keqiang seized on the cine, and national healthcare guide- Cho vividly remembers rushing to a Nobel award, hailing Tu’s discovery lines released in May said every coun- clinic in the sweltering heat to get a Shunned as “a great contribution of TCM to ty and municipality should seek to blood test. She breathed a sigh of relief Ignorance and fear surrounding the the cause of human health”. But have a dedicated TCM hospital by when it came out negative. But then HIV virus which causes AIDS are among Nobel committee member Hans 2020. “TCM should be China’s solution she started losing weight and began the many challenges that will face Forssberg was adamant: “It’s very for improving its medical care,” espe- falling ill more often. In September, the Myanmar’s new government, elected important that we are not giving a cially as it was “relatively cheaper than former market stallholder went for on Nov. 8, in overhauling a neglected prize to the traditional medicine,” he Western medicine”, Wang Guoqiang, another HIV test. It was positive. “As health system and changing attitudes said, stressing that the award was director of the State Administration of soon as I found out I had HIV, I felt real- fed by misinformation and a conserva- only for scientific work that had TCM, told a conference last year. ly sad as well as upset,” the 43-year-old tive culture. A 48-year-old mother from “TCM is a form of heritage passed been inspired by it. TCM practition- said, wiping tears from her cheeks. Ayeyarwady Region has a similar tale to ers say her recognition could down from our ancestors that can Within two days, she had admitted Cho. She says her community shunned encourage similar research that offer an instructive approach to mod- herself to a clinic and hospice for HIV her family when their HIV status came may sideline the underpinnings of ern medical reform,” he added. But CHINA: In this file photo taken on October 8, 2015, Tu Youyou, patients founded by a member of par- to light three years ago. “Since I got HIV, their theories. specialists say there is an internal con- the first Chinese woman to win a Nobel prize for medicine, liament from the National League for nobody asked me to work at their TCM is based on a set of beliefs delivers a speech at a symposium organized by China’s tradiction between the nationalism about human biology, including the implicit in such assertions and TCM’s Democracy (NLD). Her family, who live homes anymore,” said the woman, a National Health and Family Planning Commission (NHFPC) and in the impoverished Hlaing Thar Yar laborer who looks much older than her existence of a life force, “qi”, and that other departments in Beijing. —AFP photos claims of universal applicability. “It is illness is the result of “imbalances” essential to keep the struggle for cul- township in Myanmar’s main city years. between the five elements-fire, tural identity separate from actual Yangon, did not want her to live with She and her five-year-old son, also water, earth, metal and wood-in the tem. “You should not use Western evidence. But there’s the possibility medical practice,” said Volker Scheid, them. Although the virus cannot be HIV positive, survive on fruits and veg- system. There is no orthodox evi- science to ‘cure’ Chinese medicine,” now, thanks to science, to begin to an anthropologist at London’s transmitted by day-to-day contact, etables from their garden. dence for such concepts, and the Lan said, calling the study of TCM discuss this problem, how we can see University of Westminster who has they feared she would infect her “Without a job, we don’t have mon- respected scientific magazine from a rationalist perspective “essen- East and West come together.” studied TCM for 30 years. “I’d say 95 younger sister’s child. They support her ey. Sometimes it’s really difficult to find Nature has described TCM as “largely tially hopeless”. “The human body is With no standardized guidelines, percent of Chinese would think that I financially, but would rather she never food,” she said. Like Cho, the woman just pseudoscience, with no rational very complicated-you cannot see it TCM can offer radically different diag- cannot be a very good TCM practi- came home, said Cho, whose name has only discovered she and her son had mechanism of action for most of its only as a machine,” he added. “The noses-based on observation and tioner because I’m not Chinese, but at been changed to protect her identity. HIV after her husband died and a friend therapies”, calling them an “arcane scariest thing is to lack confidence in pulse-taking-for the same symptoms. the same time, China wants to make “My 21-year-old daughter has not who was worried about her health took array of potions and herbal mix- your own traditions, to allow others Similarly, prescriptions are highly vari- Chinese medicine global. “If you want come to visit me once since I arrived her to a clinic. The boy has little idea of tures”. to ‘update’ you, and then destroy able, made up of multiple herbs, min- to make it truly global, you have to here, but at least she speaks to me on his condition except that he needs to In contrast, Tu chemically extract- what you had.” erals and animal parts-sometimes take it away from China.” —AFP the phone, so it’s not bad,” she told take regular medication, his mother Myanmar Now, an independent news said. But his friends at kindergarten service supported by the Thomson seem to know. “My friends never ask me Reuters Foundation. to join them when they’re playing. They Fruit-flavoured drugs to cut The hospice is home to nearly 300 stop playing if I’m included,” he said. patients, many with similar stories of MSF’s Soe Yadanar said much of the rejection. Myanmar has one of the stigma is linked to a lack of knowledge child TB deaths, combat ‘superbugs’ highest rates of HIV infection in Asia. about HIV, and poor families not hav- Under reforms by a semi-civilian gov- ing anyone to care for people living NAIROBI: Children will be more likely to sur- “The child is really just drinking a fruit-fla- The two diseases often co-exist, as HIV posi- ernment since 2011, access to medica- with HIV. “We’ve seen cases where if vive tuberculosis (TB), the world’s most deadly vored drink,” the chief executive officer of the tive people have weak immune systems which tion has improved compared to a few someone looking after a patient with infectious disease, once new strawberry- and TB Alliance, Mel Spigelman, told the Thomson make them suspectible to TB. Although most years ago when cash-strapped clinics HIV dies while the patient is unwell, raspberry-flavored medicines are available ear- Reuters Foundation. “It will make it so much new TB cases occur in southeast Asia, Africa has had to turn patients away. Some other people don’t want to take care of ly next year, experts said yesterday. TB killed easier for a child and a parent or caregiver to the largest proportion relative to its popula- 210,000 people in Myanmar live with the person with HIV anymore,” she said. 140,000 children and 1.37 million adults last make sure the child takes the treatment and tion. South Africa has Africa’s highest TB rate, HIV/AIDS, of whom around 160,000 Soe Yadanar added that while year and infected a further one million chil- takes it religiously for the full time.” When TB with 400,000 new cases each year, the WHO need life-saving antiretroviral treat- access to ART is becoming easier, there dren, according to the World Health patients do not complete their treatment, they says, two-thirds of whom also have HIV. ment (ART) based on World Health are still challenges in delivering treat- Organization (WHO), but a lack of market fall ill again, often with hard-to-treat drug-resis- “TB is always concentrated among the poor- Organization guidelines, according to ment because of a shortage of staff, incentives has hindered the development of tant “superbug” strains that are rapidly gaining est of the poor,” as it spreads in overcrowded aid agency Medecins Sans Frontieres particularly doctors. drugs for children, the TB Alliance campaign a foothold globally. places with poor sanitation and nutrition, (MSF). For Cho, who is now on ART, taking group said. Some 32,000 children catch drug-resistant Spigelman said. “TB is an unbelievably neglect- There is no official data on the pro- care of her health and diet is her main Many children with TB do not complete TB each year, and it is often fatal, according to ed disease... probably the quintessential dis- portion of patients with access to ART. focus. But she has no illusions that her their treatment because they have to take sev- US researchers. TB is spread by bacteria when ease of poverty.” As poor people cannot afford MSF, long the main provider of HIV family will ever accept her again. “My eral bitter-tasting medicines every day for at someone with untreated TB, often a family medicines, it does not make business sense for treatment in the Southeast Asian daughter is worried that if she gets least six months. The dosage is often imprecise member, coughs or sneezes. Children who sur- pharmaceutical companies to develop drugs to nation, says it currently gives ART to married, her husband would use my as parents have to cut and crush adult-sized vive can become blind, deaf, paralyzed or men- treat diseases like TB, he said. The new child- 35,000 HIV patients. Treatment is also condition against her,” she said. “So I drugs for their children. From early 2016, solu- tally disabled. Almost 10 million people were friendly drugs are largely funded by UNITAID, becoming available at more state hos- think I’m going to spend whatever ble child-sized doses of the three major drugs infected with TB in 2014 and 1.5 million died, which also funds HIV/AIDS and malaria treat- pitals. “Now you can get ART in govern- time that is left of my life in this hos- used to treat TB will be available, helping to surpassing the 1.2 million deaths from ment in developing nations and is hosted by ment-run hospitals in many states and pice.” —Reuters save lives. HIV/AIDS, according to the WHO. the WHO. —Reuters THURSDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2015 HEALTH & SCIENCE Walnuts each day keep the doctor away?

NEW YORK: Eating a handful of walnuts they are a high-calorie food. “Adding dom to add walnuts to their diet for six and has compensated Katz for speaking aren’t enough to prove walnuts caused each day might help keep the doctor walnuts to your diet will improve your months. After a three-month break from engagements. the changes in LDL cholesterol or blood away, at least for some people who are diet quality and health - cardiometabol- the experiment, researchers then One limitation of the research is that vessel function, Holt added by email. at risk of developing diabetes, a US ic health specifically - and you can add switched the groups and assigned wal- participants weren’t given specific foods “While the intake of walnuts improved study suggests. When people in the walnuts without fear of weight gain nuts to the participants who were previ- to consume and diets were assessed LDL cholesterol and vascular function study added 56 grams of walnuts (2 because they are very satiating and ously asked to abstain from eating based on self-reported surveys asking from baseline, the control (no walnuts) ounces, or about 14 walnuts) to their appear to bump out other calories quite them. people at several points to recall what also improved,” Holt noted. Even so, daily diet for six months, they had reliably and make room for themselves,” they ate in the previous 24 hours, the there is plenty of previous research link- improvements in blood vessel function said study author Dr David L Katz of the Prevent diabetes authors acknowledge. The study also ing consumption of walnuts to improved and reductions in “bad” LDL cholesterol, Yale University Prevention Research Participants ranged in age from 25 to wasn’t designed to show whether wal- markers of heart health and lower risks which builds up in blood vessels and Center in Derby, Connecticut. 75. All had multiple risk factors for dia- nuts could prevent diabetes, which of diabetes and heart disease, noted can lead to blood clots and heart The nuts didn’t seem to improve high betes, such as being overweight, or hav- makes the results less reliable. Deirdre Tobias, an epidemiologist at attacks. blood pressure and high blood sugar, ing high blood sugar, blood pressure or Even though the data from the study Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Blood vessel dysfunction and high two other risk factors for diabetes, Katz cholesterol, or having excess fat around suggest that adding walnuts to the diet Harvard Medical School in Boston. LDL cholesterol are both risk factors for and colleagues reported in BMJ Open the midsection. After taking into can help maintain overall healthy eating “Walnuts and other tree nuts are a health- type 2 diabetes, which is associated with Diabetes Research and Care. For the account factors such as age, exercise habits, more research from larger and ful source of plant-based protein and fat,” obesity and aging and occurs when the study, the researchers randomly habits, calorie consumption and fatty longer-term studies is still needed to ful- Tobias, who wasn’t involved in the study, body can’t make or process enough of assigned 31 men and 81 women at high acid intake, the study found walnuts ly understand the potential benefits of said by email. “They are a food that (is) the hormone insulin. Walnuts, which are risk for diabetes to follow a reduced were linked to improved diet quality walnuts, said Roberta Holt, a nutrition consistent with overall dietary recom- rich in fatty acids and other nutrients calorie diet with or without nutrition regardless of whether people received researcher at the University of California, mendations and can easily be incorporat- like folate and vitamin E, weren’t linked counseling. Within these groups, half of nutrition counseling. The California Davis, who wasn’t involved in the study. ed into a patient’s diet, if they like walnuts to weight gain in the study even though the participants were assigned at ran- Walnut Commission funded the study Results from the periodic diet surveys and are not allergic.” —Reuters Conservationists flag legal action over Japan whale hunt

SYDNEY: Japan was facing mounting cial venture masquerading as has urged a diplomatic solution, with condemnation yesterday over its deci- research. Japan’s Fisheries Agency Attorney-General George Brandis say- sion to resume killing whales in insisted Monday the upcoming hunt ing Monday the government would Antarctica, with conservationists say- reflected previous recommendations be taking the matter “to the highest ing it was open to another legal chal- from the International Whaling level”. lenge. Australia and New Zealand Commission’s scientific committee. “Australia is urging Japan... not to have led criticism of the resumption But the International Fund for Animal resume this practice,” Brandis told the of “scientific” whaling, with both Welfare and the Australian Marine Senate, adding that sending a boat to expressing disappointment. “It’s not Conservation Society said a panel of monitor the Southern Ocean was a scientific research, it’s straight up legal experts asked to consider possibility. New Zealand’s acting commercial whaling, and it’s been Japan’s proposed new “scientific” Foreign Minister Todd McClay said the declared illegal by the International whaling had found it broke interna- resumption of whaling was deeply Court of Justice,” said Nathaniel Pelle tional law. disappointing. “New Zealand’s long- from Greenpeace Australia. Japan The Australian and New Zealand standing and fundamental opposition announced Monday it would send a experts said the new mission was to this practice remains unchanged,” whaling research mission to Antarctic inconsistent with Japan’s international he said at the weekend. “It is clear that waters this month but would cut its obligations. “The panel concluded Japan’s research objectives can be annual minke catch by two-thirds to that Japan’s new whaling program met using non-lethal means,” he said, 333. violates international law and that adding New Zealand was considering WASHINGTON: This image obtained yesterday from the Smithsonian’s National Zoo in Washington, DC Its departure, expected today, ends Australia or other countries still have “all options”. Environmentalists from shows Giant panda cub Bei Bei being weighed during a checkup on October 26.—AFP a year-long suspension prompted by options to challenge Japan’s actions Sea Shepherd Australia have said they the United Nations’ International before international courts,” said chair will pursue the Japanese fleet and aim Court of Justice (ICJ) ruling in 2014 and Australian National University to intervene in any slaughter of the that the annual hunt was a commer- professor Donald Rothwell. Australia animals. —AFP US zoo contest winners will get early peek at panda cub

WASHINGTON: The US National Zoo says winners of an them on Instagram. Instagram contest will be invited to be among the first to The zoo says that to enter the contest, participants must meet panda cub Bei Bei. The cub, who was born Aug 22, is make a 15-second or shorter video using Instagram set to make his public debut Jan 16. The zoo said in a state- explaining why they want to be part of the event and fill ment Tuesday that it will choose 25 people to see the cub out a registration form by Monday. The zoo plans to notify as part of a “behind-the-scenes experience.” The partici- winners by Dec 11. The behind-the-scenes event will be pants will be able to take pictures of the cub and share Dec 19. —AP Flies, wasps, beetles are important pollinators MIAMI: Bees are declining worldwide but spare bees but kill other insects might be billion dollar agriculture industry. But lead other insects are just as important for pol- making a mistake, they argued. “We are author Romina Rader from the University linating certain major crops and may be trying to get the message out there to use of New England, Armidale, said the team more resilient to environmental changes, scientific findings such as these to pro- discovered that non-bee pollinators were scientists said Monday. The study in the mote a change in agricultural practices,” crucial to the ecosystem, performing any- Proceedings of the National Academy of said co-author Margie Mayfield, a plant where from 25 to 50 per cent of the total Sciences, a peer-reviewed US journal, was ecologist at the University of Queensland. number of flower visits. “Although non- based on 39 field studies from five differ- “The global reliance on honeybees for bees were less effective pollinators than ent continents. Researchers found that pollination is a risky strategy given the bees per flower visit, they provided slight- flies, butterflies, moths, beetles, wasps, threats to the health of managed honey- ly more visits,” Rader said. “These two fac- ants and thrips visit provide, on average, bee populations due to pests and dis- tors compensated for each other, result- 39 percent of visits to crop flowers. eases such as Varroa mites and colony col- ing in pollination services similar to bees.” And crops such as mangoes, custard lapse disorder,” Mayfield added. Non-bee pollinators were also found to be apples, kiwi fruit, coffee and canola “Non-bee insects are an insurance less sensitive to habitat fragmentation depend on non-bee pollinators, said the against bee population declines.” Until than bees, offering even more reason to AT SEA: This undated handout picture released from the Institute of Cetacean Research on November study led by Australian researchers. now, little research has focused on the protect them in the future, the authors 18, 2014 shows a minke whale on the deck of a whaling ship for research in the Antarctic Ocean. —AFP Therefore, farmers who use pesticides that role of non-bee pollinators in the multi- said. —AFP WHAT’S ON THURSDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2015

Greek orthodox church celebrates Christmas Under auspices and with the attendance of Sheikha Hessa Humoud Al-Salem Al-Sabah, the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Baghdad, Kuwait and Dependencies recently celebrated Christmas. A special ceremo- ny was held and attended by a number of diplomats, dignitaries and prominent religious figures on the occasion. The ceremony also included the annual exhibition for Christian artifacts usually held in Christmas where the items on display highly appealed to Sheikha Hessa, who hailed the efforts exerted by Metropolitan Ghattas Hazeem in promoting peace and love. Meanwhile, the Metropolitan of Baghdad and Kuwait and dependencies, Ghattas Hazeem stressed that Christmas was a very dear occasion that reminds of peace, love and tolerance amongst people.

In collaboration with Kuwait National Library, the Suad Al-Sabah Publication and Distribution house recently issued a book titled ‘Sheikh Mubarak Al-Kabeer, Letters and Documents’ with commentary by researcher, Essa Alloghani and an introduction by Dr Suad Al-Sabah. The 400-page book includes rare letters and documents dating Al-Nasser new showroom opening - 4th ring road back to the reign of Sheikh Mubarak Al-Sabah in the period of 1899-1915. It was published within ith your trust we grow. This announce- commemorating the 100th anniversary to Sheikh ment has been declared on the behalf of Mubarak Al-Kabeer’s death. Wthe Group Marketing director Bassem Jawad. Al-Nasser opened its new showroom in Al- Rai area - 4th ring road, next to the Mashatel. The Albanian Embassy site has commercial shopping complexes and large parking cars on the main street (fourth ring). This Announcement event is an expansion plan for the year 2016. This step has been taken to create a new showroom at lbanian embassy in the State of Kuwait would like to this location to meet all of our customer’s needs in inform on the change of its premises. The new the neighboring areas. Aaddress of the embassy is: Salam area. Block 7. Al-Nasser opened a new showroom on more Street 717, Villa 293, Kuwait. For postal services in addition than 3000 square meters, includes everything you to the address: P.O. Box 3090, Safat 13031 State of Kuwait. need from family clothing, shoes, sports and Also, the landline phone number of the embassy is the school supplies, accessories and many more in same one: 25240627 and fax: 25240628. The e-mail one place and under one roof. Al Nasser: Where address: [email protected]. The working hours quality meets with price. In the new showroom Al from Sunday to Thursday, 08:30- 14:00. Nasser will display a new global brands and diverse assortment of winter season to satisfy all tastes. It is proposed that the opening ceremony will include lots and lots of family fun, competi- tions and quizzes for children, in addition to many gifts and prizes that you would not want to miss. CBK patronizes Greetings golf tournament appy birthday to our dear Merin Mol and Andrew Mon. May God Almighty shower he Commercial Bank of Kuwait (CBK) announced patron- HHis choicest blessings upon you both. izing a golf tournament organized by the Sahara Resort. Loving wishes and prayers from Pappa, TThe sponsorship reflects the bank’s commitment to sup- Mamma, Reeha, Appachen and Ammachi, Gigi port sports activities featuring participation from different and all dear and loved ones. social categories. From that standpoint, CBK makes sure to sponsor this tour- nament annually, said Amani Al-Wara’a, Asistant Director, Public Relations and Media Department. She reiterated the bank’s commitment to supporting sports and social activities in the Amani Al-Wara’a framework of its social responsibility programs. Indian Punjabi food festival at Oriental Restaurant Salmiya

riental is a name well- Punjabi Food Festivals for the last Cooking with a zeal that touches etched in the minds of 15 years. This experience has the heart of his guests, the Ofood-lovers in Kuwait and gained him many awards and renowned chef says that spices to the preferred restaurant when accolades, as well as wide cover- him are like magical instruments choosing to dine out. Quality and age in media. with which he crafts thrilling taste of great Indian and Chinese When asked about his first visit recipes that are bound to produce cuisines, superior personalized the desired magic in the palates of service, soothing ambience and everyone that tastes his creations. value for money, all come togeth- He adds that his uniquely crafted er make dining at Oriental a com- dishes are very much like home- plete package for a great evening cooked food in that besides being out. delicious, the dishes are also Oriental has two restaurants in healthy and balanced. Kuwait, one in Kuwait City and the Chef Singh is looking forward other in Salmiya, both featuring a enthusiastically to serving the best rich menu of Indian, Chinese and of Punjabi food at Oriental Continental specialties. In addi- Restaurant and promises to win tion, Oriental has a number of the hearts of Punjabi food lovers confectionaries strategically locat- with his rich heritage of scrump- ed in various parts of the country. Harjinder Singh tious Punjabi specialties. Chef Now Oriental Restaurant has Sweety Singh will be serving his brought leading Indian chef, to Kuwait, Chef Singh was quite Punjabi dishes at the Salmiya he Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Kuwait will organize Harjinder Singh, popularly known excited about displaying his culi- branch of Oriental Restaurant the “Korean Movie Night” on Wednesday, 9 December 2014, at as Sweety Singh, to Kuwait. With nary magic to Punjabi food-lovers located along Hamad Al-Mubarak TCinescape Laila Gallery, at 5pm. The event is part of the nearly two decades of cooking in Kuwait. He said that this profes- Street from 2 to 12 December. Be Embassy’s efforts to further enhance cultural ties between Korea expertise, Sweety Singh has intro- sion is not just a source of income, there and experience the best of and Kuwait and promote greater understanding of Korea and its duced unique blends to Punjabi but also a source of immense pas- Punjabi food, you cannot afford to people among the Kuwaiti society. cuisine and has been conducting sion and pleasure for him. miss this unique opportunity. WHAT’S ON THURSDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2015

RISE Director, Dr Amir Zeid (Left to right) Dr Ali Charara; Dr Ridel Jesus Febles Sanabria; Dr Lianet (Left to right) the Ambassador of Cuba in Kuwait, Andres Gonzalez Garrido, Rodriguez Cabrera; the Ambassador of Cuba in Kuwait, Andres Gonzalez and his wife; Dr Lianet Rodriguez Cabrera and Dr Ridel Jesus Febles Garrido, and his wife; Dr Amir Zeid and Dr Rawda Awwad. Sanabria. RISE Center at AUK holds Lecture on ‘Cuban Biotechnology vs Diabetic Foot’

he Center for Research in Informatics, Sciences and Engineering (RISE) at the TAmerican University of Kuwait inaugurat- ed its annual Lecture Series Wednesday with a lecture entitled, “Cuban Biotechnology vs the Diabetic Foot: Strategy, Results and Kuwait Clinical Trials.” The event’s VIP guest list included the Ambassador of Cuba in Kuwait, His Excellency Andres Gonzalez Garrido, and his wife, in addition to a number of renowned AUK faculty members. Commencing with welcoming remarks from RISE Director Dr Amir Zeid, and the Dean of the College of Art and Sciences Dr Rawda Awwad, the lecture shed light on the ongoing collabo- ration between the Cuban Center for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (CIGB) and Kuwait’s Dasman Diabetes Institute (DDI). The joint efforts of the two bodies have successfully wielded Cuban research in the treatment of dia- Group photo after the lecture. Dr Rawda Awwad presenting Certificate Dr Rawda Awwad presenting Certificate betic foot ulcers in Kuwait. “We have chosen to of Appreciation to Dr Lianet Rodriguez of Appreciation to Dr Ridel Jesus Febles commence our Lecture Series with this beacon Cabrera. Sanabria. of scientific hope,” Dr Zeid said of the event, “A little over a year ago we had a dream of creat- many levels,” Dr Rodriguez noted, “Getting to The evening marked the kickoff of this year’s RISE aims at forging strong intellectual con- demic disciplines, local and international ing this intellectual hub for innovators from all share scientific experiences and interact with RISE Lecture Series set to cover a plethora of nections among local and international inno- innovators, academia and industry, as well as walks of life or corners of earth to come voice the Kuwaiti audience here tonight truly is a academic disciplines and interests, as the Dean vators, as well as academia and industry technology and society. their visions here at AUK. This is what RISE is remarkable leap forward.” of the Colleges of Arts and Sciences Dr Rawda practitioners - whilst concurrently fostering The American University of Kuwait (AUK) about. I’m glad to have witnessed this vision Dr Rodriguez obtained her PhD in Biological Awwad said, “For us to advance this process for- efforts for community engagement and out- is an independent, private, equal opportuni- materialize here tonight.” Sciences with a specialization in Molecular ward, outreach and partnerships between reach. ty, and co-educational liberal arts institution Biosciences from the University of Havana, higher education and the economic sector, The AUK Center for Research in of higher education. The educational, cultur- Latest innovation Cuba, in 2013. Dr Febles on the other hand is an public and private enterprises are essential in Informatics, Sciences, and Engineering (RISE) al and administrative structure, methods and Presentations by CIGB Assistant Researchers Angiology and Vascular Surgery Specialist at linking new knowledge to development goals.” serves as AUK’s primary source for research standards of AUK are based on the American Dr Lianet Rodriguez Cabrera and Ridel Jesus the Cuban Jose R Lopez Tabranes Provincial and development activities, a bridge to model of higher learning. The language of Febles Sanabria tackled the latest Cuban inno- Teaching Hospital. Both scientists are members Strong connections industry, and an important venue for com- instruction is English. More information on vation in Biotechnology, Health Sciences and of a team of experts currently overseeing the A primary source of AUK’s interdiscipli- munity outreach. RISE adapts an integrative the American University of Kuwait can be Medicine. “This is a great opportunity on so center’s clinical trials at DDI. nary research and development endeavors, model by forging connections between aca- found at www.auk.edu.kw.

Ahmadi Governor Sheikh Fawaz Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah patronized and attended a ceremony organized recently by the Hadiya Co-operative Society to honor shareholders’ outstanding children. ASSE organizes firefighting awareness workshop

he American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE), Kuwait TChapter as a part of continuous efforts in its professional journey, organized an Awareness workshop With the support from Kuwait Fire Service Directorate (KFSD) on Basic firefighting awareness workshop on 28th November 2015 at Salmiya Fire Station, KFSD. Janet Najare, Deputy Head, WISE Committee welcomed the partici- pants for the Workshop. Sampath Reddy President of ASSE Kuwait Chapter briefed about the program outline and thanked KFSD for their support in hosting the program. The training program was pre- ponents of fire, fire classification, stressed on the steps to be taken to can cause fire. President of ASSE KC, handed over ness workshop. All the participants sented by Major Meshari Al Faras, types of extinguishers, causes of fires operate a portable fire extinguisher The Awareness session was very memento to Major Meshari Al-Faras, were presented with the certificate Head of Planning and Information in residences and high-rise buildings by any individual in case of emer- much interactive; it was followed by KFSD. of participation. FASCO Safety Center and First Lt Ali M H Ali, PR and etc. He further explained about the gency due to fire, the inspection of Question and Answer session. As a Around 30 women, including Systems Company sponsored the Media Department, KFSD. importance of knowing the Basic fire extinguishers. He also described token of appreciation, Ashok ASSE Kuwait Chapter member’s portable Fire Extinguishers for all the During the presentation, Major firefighting skills and prevention the risk assessment for early detec- Garlapati, ASSE Advisory Committee spouses, women ASSE members, and participants at the end of the pro- Meshari, informed on the basic com- method to avoid fire occurrence. Ali tion and elimination of hazard that member and Sampath Reddy, students participated in the aware- gram.

Osaimi polyclinic in Kheitan organized a special day for the promotion of healthy child. The event included a lecture on how to take care for children from day one, to make sure they are brought up in a healthy state, both mentally and physically. Several activities took place during the event with children being involved. p32_Layout 1 12/2/15 8:48 PM Page 1

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THURSDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2015

Kuwait KNCC PROGRAMME FROM THURSDAY TO WEDNESDAY (03/12/2015 TO 09/12/2015)

SHARQIA-1V8-2 11:30 AM CREED 9:45 PM AVENUES-3 BUS 657 3:45 PM V8-2 1:30 PM CREED 12:30 AM CREED 11:30 AM BUS 657 5:45 PM KRAMPUS 3:45 PM CREED 2:15 PM BRIDGE OF SPIES 7:30 PM V8-2 6:00 PM FANAR-3 CREED 5:00 PM BUS 657 10:30 PM V8-2 8:00 PM THE LAST SURVIVORS 12:45 PM CREED 7:45 PM BUS 657 12:30 AM V8-2 10:00 PM TAMASHA - Hindi 3:00 PM CREED 10:30 PM KRAMPUS 12:05 AM TAMASHA - Hindi 6:00 PM BUS 657 1:15 AM AL-KOUT.4 THE LAST SURVIVORS 9:00 PM KRAMPUS 11:30 AM SHARQIA-2 THE LAST SURVIVORS 11:00 PM AVENUES-4 KRAMPUS 1:30 PM Gandhinagar Rajampeta, IN THE HEART OF THE SEA 11:30 AM THE LAST SURVIVORS 1:00 AM IN THE HEART OF THE SEA 11:30 AM KRAMPUS 3:30 PM FOR SALE Kadapa, AP, India. (C 5091) IN THE HEART OF THE SEA 2:00 PM IN THE HEART OF THE SEA 2:00 PM KRAMPUS 5:30 PM 2-12-2015 IN THE HEART OF THE SEA 4:30 PM FANAR-4 IN THE HEART OF THE SEA 4:45 PM KRAMPUS 7:45 PM Porsch Panamera 3.0 (turbo IN THE HEART OF THE SEA 7:00 PM IN THE HEART OF THE SEA 1:00 PM IN THE HEART OF THE SEA 7:30 PM CREED 10:00 PM diesel) model 2013. Special I, Kaeed Zoher Hatimali CREED 9:30 PM BUS 657 1:45 PM IN THE HEART OF THE SEA 10:15 PM KRAMPUS 12:45 AM order from Behbahani, Bohra holder of Indian IN THE HEART OF THE SEA 12:15 AM IN THE HEART OF THE SEA-3D 3:45 PM IN THE HEART OF THE SEA 12:45 AM under warranty until Passport No. K2099492, 6 IN THE HEART OF THE SEA 6:30 PM BAIRAQ-1 9/2016, maroon color, Tajmention, 3rd floor, SHARQIA-3 IN THE HEART OF THE SEA-3D 9:15 PM AVENUES-5 BUS 657 11:45 AM Room-33, 1st Sankli Street, BUS 657 12:00 PM IN THE HEART OF THE SEA 12:05 AM CREED 12:30 PM IN THE HEART OF THE SEA-3D 1:45 PM beige leather inside, full options, low mileage: Byculla, Mumbai-8, have KRAMPUS 1:45 PM BUS 657 3:30 PM IN THE HEART OF THE SEA 4:15 PM changed my name to BUS 657 4:00 PM FANAR-5 CREED 5:30 PM IN THE HEART OF THE SEA-3D 6:45 PM 23,000 km (like new) price Kaeed Zoher Hatimali KRAMPUS 5:45 PM BUS 657 11:30 AM Special Show “MISS YOU ALREADY” 5:30 PM IN THE HEART OF THE SEA 9:15 PM KD 17,750. Call: 94444434. Bhinderwala. (C 5088) BUS 657 8:00 PM BUS 657 1:30 PM BUS 657 8:30 PM IN THE HEART OF THE SEA 11:45 PM (C 5092) 1-12-2015 BRIDGE OF SPIES 10:00 PM BUS 657 3:15 PM BUS 657 10:30 PM 3-12-2015 BUS 657 12:45 AM BRIDGE OF SPIES 5:15 PM CREED 12:30 AM BAIRAQ-2 BUS 657 8:00 PM V8-2 11:30 AM LOST MUHALAB-1 BRIDGE OF SPIES 10:00 PM 360º- 1 V8-2 1:30 PM ACCOMMODATION V8-2 12:45 PM BUS 657 12:45 AM BUS 657 1:00 PM V8-2 3:30 PM V8-2 2:45 PM BUS 657 3:00 PM V8-2 5:30 PM One spacious room avail- It is notified for the infor- BUS 657 4:45 PM MARINA-1 BUS 657 5:00 PM V8-2 7:30 PM mation that my original V8-2 6:30 PM V8-2 12:00 PM BUS 657 7:00 PM BRIDGE OF SPIES 9:30 PM able for family or working woman in 2 bedroom, 2 examination certificates, V8-2 8:30 PM KRAMPUS 2:00 PM BUS 657 9:00 PM KRAMPUS 12:15 AM secondary, senior second- BUS 657 10:30 PM V8-2 4:15 PM BUS 657 11:00 PM bathroom & maid room, BUS 657 12:15 AM V8-2 6:30 PM BUS 657 1:00 AM BAIRAQ-3 clean flat. Closer to ary examination of year V8-2 8:30 PM KRAMPUS 12:45 PM Avenues, old Riggae behind 2012-2014, for X roll No. MUHALAB-2 KRAMPUS 10:30 PM 360º- 2 BUS 657 3:00 PM Cakes & Bakes. Contact: 8105518 - for XII roll No. KRAMPUS 11:30 AM KRAMPUS 12:45 AM BRIDGE OF SPIES 11:30 AM TAMASHA - Hindi 5:00 PM 9103978 issued by CBSE BRIDGE OF SPIES 1:45 PM BRIDGE OF SPIES 2:15 PM KRAMPUS 8:00 PM 97972324. (C 5090) 2-12-2015 has been actually lost. SHANKARAABHARANAM -Telugu 4:30 PM MARINA-2 BRIDGE OF SPIES 5:15 PM BUS 657 10:00 PM Name of the candidate TAMASHA - Hindi 4:30 PM BUS 657 12:30 PM BRIDGE OF SPIES 8:15 PM BUS 657 12:05 AM Sana Amjad. Tel: 66472691. KRAMPUS 7:30 PM BUS 657 2:30 PM BRIDGE OF SPIES 11:15 PM KRAMPUS 9:45 PM CREED 4:30 PM PLAZA CHANGE OF NAME (C 5089) KRAMPUS 12:05 AM BUS 657 7:30 PM 360º- 3 CREED 3:30 PM 2-12-2015 CREED 9:30 PM TAMASHA - Hindi 11:45 AM BUS 657 6:15 PM I, Shaik Abdulla son of MUHALAB-3 BUS 657 12:15 AM TAMASHA - Hindi 2:30 PM PATHEMARI - Malayalam 8:15 PM Shaik Hussien Saab, holder IN THE HEART OF THE SEA 11:45 AM PREM RATAN DHAN PAYO -Hindi 5:30 PM KRAMPUS 10:45 PM THE PUBLIC AUTHORITY FOR CIVIL INFORMATION IN THE HEART OF THE SEA 2:15 PM MARINA-3 TAMASHA - Hindi 8:45 PM of Indian Passport No. IN THE HEART OF THE SEA 4:45 PM IN THE HEART OF THE SEA 11:30 AM TAMASHA - Hindi 11:45 PM LAILA M6257412, hereby my Automated enquiry CREED 7:15 PM BRIDGE OF SPIES 2:00 PM BUS 657 3:45 PM name Sunkesula Abdulla about the Civil ID card is IN THE HEART OF THE SEA 10:00 PM IN THE HEART OF THE SEA 4:45 PM AL-KOUT.1 NO TUE+WED son of Sunkesula 1889988 IN THE HEART OF THE SEA 12:30 AM BRIDGE OF SPIES 7:15 PM IN THE HEART OF THE SEA 11:45 AM BRIDGE OF SPIES 5:45 PM Hussenaiah door - 5169 IN THE HEART OF THE SEA 10:00 PM IN THE HEART OF THE SEA 2:15 PM NO TUE+WED FANAR-1 IN THE HEART OF THE SEA 12:30 AM IN THE HEART OF THE SEA 4:45 PM IN THE HEART OF THE SEA 8:30 PM KRAMPUS 12:15 PM IN THE HEART OF THE SEA 7:15 PM NO TUE+WED KRAMPUS 2:30 PM AVENUES-1 IN THE HEART OF THE SEA 9:45 PM BUS 657 11:00 PM 112 KRAMPUS 4:45 PM BRIDGE OF SPIES 12:15 PM IN THE HEART OF THE SEA 12:15 AM NO TUE+WED A SECOND CHANCE -Filipino 7:30 PM BRIDGE OF SPIES 3:15 PM THU+FRI+SAT BRIDGE OF SPIES 6:15 PM AL-KOUT.2 AJIAL.1 PREM RATAN DHAN PAYO -Hindi 7:00 PM PATHEMARI - Malayalam 6:15 PM V8-2 12:00 PM PATHEMARI - Malayalam 4:30 PM Prayer timings NO THU+FRI+SAT BRIDGE OF SPIES 9:15 PM V8-2 2:00 PM PATHEMARI - Malayalam 7:00 PM KRAMPUS 10:15 PM BRIDGE OF SPIES 12:15 AM V8-2 4:00 PM PATHEMARI - Malayalam 9:30 PM Fajr: 05:02 KRAMPUS 12:15 AM V8-2 6:00 PM AVENUES-2 V8-2 8:00 PM AJIAL.2 Shorook 06:26 FANAR-2 MISS YOU ALREADY 12:00 PM THE LAST SURVIVORS 10:00 PM AMAR AKBAR ANTHONY - Malayalam 3:45 PM Duhr: 11:38 V8-2 11:45 AM THE HUNGER GAMES: MOCKINGJAY - PART 2 2:15 PM THE LAST SURVIVORS 12:05 AM AMAR AKBAR ANTHONY - Malayalam 6:30 PM V8-2 1:45 PM MISS YOU ALREADY 5:15 PM SHANKARAABHARANAM -Telugu 10:00 PM Asr: 14:30 V8-2 3:45 PM MISS YOU ALREADY 7:30 PM AL-KOUT.3 SHANKARAABHARANAM -Telugu 3:45 PM Maghrib: 16:49 V8-2 5:45 PM MISS YOU ALREADY 9:45 PM BUS 657 12:00 PM SHANKARAABHARANAM -Telugu 6:45 PM V8-2 7:45 PM THE HUNGER GAMES: MOCKINGJAY - PART 2 12:05 AM BUS 657 1:45 PM 2-12-20152-12-20152-12- Isha: 18:11

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CROSSWORD 1098 STAR TRACK

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

If you have given any thought to committing your ideas to a book, journal This particular day is so much fun that your mind may not be on business or periodical, now is the time to put pen to paper. You have a lot of imagina- as much as it should be. You could be a bit distracted from a meeting. Perhaps a phone tion and creativity. Your ideas and thinking, together with your talent for putting your call lets you know a loan was approved, or someone agreed to sign a contract so you thoughts into words, allow you to captivate and spellbind. Your professional life does not could get that new car, or a new baby was born, for example. Unfinished business in the leave you with time for personal projects but you may find yourself writing or creating workplace will be your first priority this afternoon-double check your work before you outlines for a story, poem or jingle to complete and submit later. You are good at using your time well, whether it is for work or for your own personal projects. Do not keep any of send it on down the line. Children are not as apt to be a problem at this time, particularly if those personal projects at the workplace. This afternoon you might find yourself enjoying you allow them some time for craft, responsibilities and rewards and attention for any a good movie with a friend. Friendships are most satisfying now. extra chores they might want to perform. You enjoy your friends and your children’s friends. Expand your creative talent . . . Art is calling.

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

Escaping from the everyday, ordinary ways of doing things could prove Work is work, but after the workday is over, you begin the activities you real- most enjoyable to you now. You may find it easy to bring a group together with your ly enjoy. You may be coaching a young soccer team or helping to prepare a competitive words or ideas that move others. Poetry and art may be possible this afternoon. Your group to meet their goals. Work is only the means to get you where you want to go. You whole world may seem meditative or dreamy. It may benefit you in many ways to take the may tolerate behavior in the workplace that could be difficult for others to endure. There time to reflect and truly understand your own particular situation, just how you feel about are steps to solving problems, as well as getting along with troublesome people, and you yourself. Feelings in particular, or the emotions of those around you, may be very clear. You might consider writing a book about these subjects. You do not have any enemies and can may realize that now would be the perfect time to get a program of self-help started, get along with the most difficult of people. The result of your nonjudgmental attitude in especially dealing with your work habits, diet and exercise. The bottom line to all of this is the workplace may have a ripple effect that will open the door to better interaction simply the enjoyment of your life. among people. Consider taking this attitude into your off-hours.

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

Someone in authority may come to you with a special project Today you are feeling the push to complete unfinished business. Time is that requires a cautious mind. This additional responsibility could put you more in the fleeting and your own personal goals for this whole year seem to come into limelight than usual. Hang in there; this experience will be more enjoyable than you think. your mind when you view your calendar this morning. Easy does it . . . One day at a time New technologies may provide outlets to meet more people and expand your career. A you can do anything, particularly when you have a plan and with your determination. A ACROSS DOWN person who is very important to your professional development encourages your self- professional project may be moving a bit slow but progress is what today is about. You 1. The biblical name for ancient Syria. 1. (Babylonian) God of storms and wind. expression. Some form of flattery regarding your talents comes to your attention. You may are focused on your career. Your attitude is achievement oriented. You might consider vol- 5. Challenge the honesty or credibility of. 2. East Indian cereal grass whose seed yield a find it easy to enjoy and value the path that your life is taking at this time. Your mate unteering in a youth group to teach business techniques, a good thing. Later this evening, 12. Nut of any of several trees of the genus somewhat bitter flour, a staple in the encourages you in your work. You spend time in thought, looking for ways to add vitality a reunion with friends brings about fun conversations. There are lots of pictures and Corylus. Orient. to life and to instigate methods to achieve a more profound intimacy. remembering with hugs and fun chatter. 3. The sixth month of the civil year. 15. An informal term for a father. 4. A percussion instrument consisting of a pair 16. Large African black-and-white carrion-eat- of hollow pieces of wood or bone (usually ing stork. held between the thumb and fingers) Cancer (June 21-July 22) Capricorn (December 22-January 19) 17. Any of various primates with short tails or that are made to click together (as by Both projects and people should keep you very busy as well as challenged no tail at all. Spanish dancers) in rhythm with the You may find that your ideas and thoughts run in the opposite direction of dance. just now as you assess how to get things organized. You could find this a time of unwaver- 18. Any culture medium that uses agar as the ing study and thought, as you are not prone to taking on another’s opinion without first today’s activity. A little more of a focused effort helps to put you in the moment, however. 5. (folklore) Fairies that are somewhat mischie- You look forward to some exciting event occurring soon-this may be where you fight to gelling agent. investigating that person’s motives. People may talk you into some plan or financial deci- vous. gain a focus. Regardless of distractions, work proceeds rather well. Evidently, you have 19. Relating to or resembling or made of or sion but must have some form of authority or evidence. You could find those around you 6. Brain corals. done some preliminary work that helps the progress of today’s project-not a glitch! A very adorned with pearls or mother-of-pearl. 7. Capital and largest city of the Czech feeling a big sense of appreciation or value for your feelings or your position. Young peo- close friend or relative, whom you care for, could be coming to you for advice concerning a 20. (of complexion) Blemished by imperfec- Republic. ple you know are inventive and can create extremely worthy projects. Some of these very personal and emotional issue. You may be most helpful through locating some tions of the skin. 8. Earn on some commercial or business trans- youth volunteer to help the handicapped or invent their own television shows on current avenue of resources as well as just being available to listen. Help is best when the person 21. English theoretical physicist who applied action. events, etc. This is where your future may be oriented: encouraging the young. in need can help himself or herself. relativity theory to quantum mechanics 9. Discrimination in favor of the able-bodied. and predicted the existence of antimatter 10. A heavy odorless colorless gas formed dur- ing respiration and by the decomposition and the positron (1902-1984). Leo (July 23-August 22) Aquarius (January 20- February 18) 23. God of fire. of organic substances. 11. A member of a North American people 24. South American wood sorrel cultivated for Being active on the social scene and demonstrating your social graces will formerly living in the Colorado river valley be a big step in paving your path to success. This is a time for forging ahead, a time that Sensitivity is needed today; you may be called upon to use your creative insight when an aggressive person doesn’t seem to take no for an answe r. You kn ow just its edible tubers. in Arizona. you can combine business and pleasure and a time to enjoy your career and rewards. how to handle a difficult situation. If yo u are not in a management position, yo u might 25. (anatomy) Any structure that resembles a 12. Small and light boat. Ambition and achievement are qualities that you hold in special regard. As your profes- horn in shape. consider the possibility. You seem to enjoy stress and appreciate the challenges. Howe ve r, 13. An organization of countries formed in sional life progresses, there arises a passion for details. There is a need to do just the right it would be a good thing to free up a bit of your time for yourself. Make sure there is laugh- 27. A painful emotion resulting from an 1961 to agree on a common policy for the thing at just the right time, and a burning desire to have a place for everything and every- te r in that time period. You create a positive influence on others in all areas of your life and awareness of inadequacy or guilt. sale of petroleum. thing in its place. Care must be taken not to take these feelings to the extreme, or you could ente r into a mento r program. This is a time in which you will feel the need to express 30. An act of scaling by the use of ladders 14. English monk and scholar (672-735). could find yourself battling such things as ulcers or digestive problems as a result. your talents-a creative awakening. A social gathering will bring just such an opportunity to Knowing that you have done a good job will be your reward. (especially the walls of a fortification). 22. Large genus of African trees bearing kola be expressive and enjoy your friends. nuts. 33. (computer science) A unit for measuring 26. Someone who takes spoils or plunder (as the execution speed of computers. in war). Pisces (February 19-March 20) 36. A plant hormone promoting elongation of 28. (usually plural) The state of having reflex Virgo (August 23-September 22) stems and roots. spasms of the diaphragm accompanied If you are feeling that you have little control, this can be restored now by The folks around you are appreciative of your ability to be able to make 37. Relating to or characteristic of or occurring by a rapid closure of the glottis producing making an effort to be more comfortable and appreciative of yourself. You take action to constructive suggestions or to help them with practical decisions. This may in the air. an audible sound. manifest your dreams and this includes your personal life as well as your professional life. mean that you are good in some sort of counseling or social work or you could work as a 38. Conqueror of Gaul and master of Italy 29. One thousandth of a second. In your professional life, you no longer cling to work practices that are not effective. Steer consultant for businesses. Knowing exactly what the public wants at this time is a feather (100-44 BC). 31. A river that rises in central Germany and clear of meddlesome colleagues who try to embroil you in office politics. In your personal in your hat. Expect to make clear decisions that will affect others. You have a greater appre- flows north to join the Elbe River. 40. Clothing of a distinctive style or for a par- life a feeling of security comes from your closest friends, morals and social interaction. This ciation for your fellow workers as well as the business for which you work. You may find 32. One of a set of small pieces of stiff paper self-clearing is part of your personal and professional transformation. You are letting go of yourself gaining a great deal materially. It is most assuredly a time when tangible things ticular occasion. marked in various ways and used for play- are important to you. The feelings of those around you should be quite clear, making it a 41. An official prosecutor for a judicial district. the people, situations and attitudes that are counterproductive to your personal develop- ing games or for telling fortunes. ment. Share quality time with a loved one tonight successful time for any sort of communication needs. 43. Stout-bodied insect with large membra- 34. Egyptian statesman who (as President of nous wings. Egypt) negotiated a peace treaty with 44. Late time of life. Menachem Begin of Israel (1918-1981). Word Search 48. Tag the base runner to get him out. 35. Any of numerous low-growing cushion- Yesterday Solution 49. A colorless odorless gaseous element that forming plants of the genus Draba having rosette-forming leaves and terminal give a red glow in a vacuum tube. racemes of small flowers with scapose or 51. A collection of objects laid on top of each leafy stems. other. 39. The capital and largest city of Yemen. 56. Clearly apparent or obvious to the mind or 42. (Greek mythology) Goddess of the earth senses. and mother of Cronus and the Titans in 58. An associate degree in nursing. ancient mythology. 59. Type genus of the Musaceae. 45. A former British gold coin worth 21 chill- 63. Leave or strike out, as of vowels. ings. 64. American professional baseball player who 46. (Greek mythology) The Greek personifica- tion of death. hit more home runs than Babe Ruth (born 47. A brimless Scottish cap with a flat top. in 1934). 50. (British) A paved surface on which cars can 66. A person with an unusual or odd personal- be made to skid so that drivers can prac- ity. tice controlling them. 67. A high-crowned black cap (usually made 52. (informal) Exceptionally good. of felt or sheepskin) worn by men in 53. Any member of a ship's crew. Turkey and Iran and the Caucasus. 54. The cry made by sheep. 69. Capital city of the Piemonte region of 55. A very poisonous metallic element that has three allotropic forms. northwestern Italy. 57. An extensive grassy and nearly treeless 71. A soft silvery metallic element of the alkali plain (especially in Latin America). earth group. 60. Act in concert or unite in a common pur- 72. Small buffalo of the Celebes having small pose or belief. straight horns. 61. Cubes of meat marinated and cooked on a 73. Dragonflies and damselflies. skewer usually with vegetables. 76. Any of the three Fates or goddesses of des- 62. Jordan's port. tiny. 65. Disparaging terms for small people. 68. An argument opposed to a proposal. 77. Drawn or pressed close to someone or 70. A coenzyme derived from the B vitamin something for or as if for affection or pro- nicotinic acid. tection. 74. A Mid-Atlantic state. 78. A loose sleeveless outer garment made 75. A white metallic element that burns with a from aba cloth. brilliant light. 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The pro designer trick that makes homes feel cozy & cohesive hen you’re feeling like the rooms of your home are rooms. It’s not making sure all the furniture in your home copy that same element, and do the exact same thing in your bedding. In comedy, a callback is when you make a joke design islands - lovely spaces by themselves but not matches. It’s not just following a “theme” or a specific design another room. Or you could take the spirit of that element’s that references something you said earlier in your set. An Wnecessarily connected to the architecture of your style throughout your entire space. main idea and translate it in a new way in another room, like echoed design element is like a visual callback. That rad feeling home or the entire home itself - you might want to try out this What echoed elements are, are quite literally design echoes say, using bold tiles in a bathroom that feature a prominent you get when you’re “in” on an inside joke? You can create that trick in the designer’s toolbox. - they are focal points, features or design details in a room that angled pattern. same kind of feeling in your home with echoed elements, mak- show up in different but reminiscent ways in another room. Maybe you have a texture on a sofa that you love, that you ing your whole space feel like it’s “in” on the same wavelength Echoing design elements from one room to the next Physically pulling re-imagined ideas into another room. steal for a DIY wall paint treatment. Perhaps there’s a graphic in of style. — AP This idea of echoing elements is NOT putting two of the For example, let’s say you have a bold, large-scale paint pat- a favorite art print that mirrors a larger scale pattern in a wall- same pieces of something in two different rooms. It’s not hav- tern in a living room, like a graphic angle that starts from one paper. Maybe fabrics you choose for your dining room feature ing carbon copies of the same art adorning walls in all your corner of a wall and spreads bright color to the next. You could shapes that are mimicked (or very similar) to fabrics you use in Hilary Swank, Adrien Brody kick off Miami’s Art Basel wo-time Oscar-winning actress Hilary Swank may at the Delano hotel. The event was hosted by former the glitterati are already in town ready to toast them. be a veteran at her chosen craft, but she admits Ocean Drive publisher Jason Binn for his current maga- Brody is showing a collection of paintings this year, “Hot Tshe’s still a newbie art collector. Swank attended a zine DuJour. Dogs, Hamburgers and Handguns,” focusing on violence kick-off party Tuesday night for Art Basel Miami Beach, Sylvester Stallone, an avid painter, fashion designer in society and the desire for instant gratification. It’s “a the prestigious extension of the annual contemporary Tommy Hilfiger and Ivana Trump also attended the din- meditation on the fact that violent imagery is as com- art fair in Basel, Switzerland. The actress said she loves ner before hitting up an elegant poolside bash. Hilary monplace as fast-food in our society,” said the actor, who collecting everything from photographs to sculptures hugged Binn and gave a short, emotional speech at the grew up in a creative home. His mother is a photogra- and doesn’t gravitate to a particular medium or period, dinner, crediting him with giving her one of her first pher, and his father is a painter. but instead chooses the pieces that speak to her. magazine covers before she was famous. The chic maga- Brody, who wore a black leather jacket and his hair “I think that art either makes you learn something zine has a knack for spotting up-and-comers. Binn also casually pulled back in a ponytail, said he’s less encum- new about yourself or makes you relate to something in gave Kim Kardashian her first cover. Famed photogra- bered when he’s painting than when he’s acting. “I’m yourself or is simply entertaining and that’s the beauty of pher Bruce Weber and Oscar-winner Adrien Brody both elated, I feel renewed and my spirited is reinvigorated, Actor Adrien Brody arrives during the it,” said Swank, who wore a short black, lace dress. “I love made late appearances at the party, which was rather and I get to express so much that I feel is relevant ... and annual Art Basel kick off party present- how it makes the world bigger and how it expands my tame compared to most Art Basel bashes. also perhaps have a voice in creating a discussion.” — AP ed by Jason Binn publisher of DuJour whole idea of life.” Swank, who is returning from the Miley Cyrus infamously performed last year at a near- Magazine at the Delano Hotel, Miami longest break of her career after caring for her father for by hotel wearing only nipple pasties and smoked pot Actor Hilary Swank arrives during the Beach on Tuesday in Miami Beach, Fla. the past 18 months following a lung transplant, was one onstage. Art Basel officially opens Thursday, but many annual Art Basel. — AP photos of about three dozen people at an intimate dinner party independent fairs and events will open days earlier, and Smithsonian museum initiative Carpisa unveils its latest capsule explores ‘Giving in America’ Smithsonian museum is launching a new initiative A grant from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation collection in collaboration with exploring the ways giving is woven into American and a gift from David M. Rubenstein fund the Alife, whether it’s a multimillion dollar school Smithsonian’s Philanthropy Initiative, with an annual endowment, nights spent battling blazes by a volunteer symposium, display space and the endowment of a cura- firefighter or other contributions of time and money. The torial position, but neither wanted to disclose the Penelope and Monica Cruz National Museum of American History’s announcement amounts contributed. of a plan to collect, research and exhibit artifacts docu- The idea for the initiative grew out of the museum menting the nation’s legacy of philanthropy coincides delving into the history of business in America for its ag it this season with Carpisa as looks to elevate anytime dressing of the range of inventive designs in handbags with Giving Tuesday, a movement encouraging philan- recently opened innovation wing, Allison said. the famous Italian brand and a day. have been adapted to complement may thropy in a season often associated with consumerism. “The role of philanthropy kept coming up,” he said, Bleader of handbags and luggage Collaborating international trends silhouettes with an amazing, seductive “Our goal is to help them understand what it means but there wasn’t space to include it then. “It made us business, sign on yet another sensational with their signature styling; the capsule and well-groomed style. to be American, who we are as a people, and try to char- think that we should do more on that topic.” Just as styles capsule collection with the ravishing collection includes transformable bags That’s not all, the collection also lines acterize what makes us distinctive,” said Associate of giving have shifted from coins in a church collection Penelope and Monica Cruz. Reflecting with ingenious zipper systems that up attractive travel companions consist- Director for Curatorial Affairs David Allison. plate to 10Ks and crowdfunding campaigns, so has the over a soul that’s truly vintage with a flair become either a suede bag or a shoulder ing of a rigid trolley and a travel bag, Allison said philanthropy is one element of that and way museums engage their audiences, Allison said. This of urbane sensuality, the Cruz sisters strap in printed coconut; making them available in three dapper colours. There the exploration seems a natural fit for an institution creat- initiative embraces collaboration, putting out a call for bring in six lines composed by different even more attractive for multiple looks. are several accessories from beauty cases ed by the philanthropy of James Smithson. The British cit- artifacts of philanthropy, such as thermometers that patterns and colours, all extremely mod- Proposing reverie in designs and vibran- to wallets with vintage details that are izen left his estate to his nephew, but since the nephew organizations use to track progress toward a fundraising ish and feminine, in perfect harmony cy in colour palettes; the Cruz sisters present in the bags for added usability. died without an heir, the half million dollar estate went to goal and inviting the public to share online their stories with their elegance and charm. Playing weave intricacy with a lot of attention to Give in to the new air as Carpisa’s chosen the U.S. for the founding of “an establishment for the and photos about giving. protagonists to this chic collection are detail when it comes to the choice of beauties with incredible personalities set increase and diffusion of knowledge,” according to the “The Smithsonian is really moving to a different rela- Bandoliers, shopping, clutches bags, as materials used to style the exclusive cap- foot in the Middle East to broadcast the Smithsonian’s website. tionship with its audience,” he said. It’s no longer a situa- well as practical backpacks, in coconut sule collection. Comfortable and practi- brand’s Italian spirits that are both classy “The Smithsonian only exists because of philanthro- tion where the museum knows everything and tells you and animal print and suede. Whereas, the cal models for occasional and everyday and eclectic. The exclusive capsule col- py,” Allison said, noting that Smithson’s legacy of giving what you need to know, “those days are gone,” he said. artistic Cruz sisters have played on classic wear stand out pretty in autumnal lection is available at The Avenues- The has been carried on by many others. “That’s something New ways of engaging the public, such as social media, models by reinventing them to form shades such as dark green, burgundy, Mall. that we as an institution should pay more attention to.” create a larger conversation about the topic being sophisticated, contemporary and stylish brown and grey; while, a ultra-mode explored. The museum will open a long-term exhibition in late November 2016. In the meantime, “Giving in America” will give a preview of ways giving has shaped civic cul- ture both in the Gilded Age and the present day. Artifacts gathered for the initiative include a nurse’s cap from a Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing student circa 1945 and letters from signers of the Giving Pledge, a commitment by some of the world’s richest people to dedicate a majority of their wealth to philanthropy. Items being donated on Tuesday include a firefight- er’s boot used to collect money from motorists for the “Fill the Boot” campaign for muscular dystrophy and T- shirts, signs and a banner from the #BMoreGivesMore 2013 campaign in Baltimore. — AP

In this photo provided by National Museum of American History, a display from the ‘Giving in America’ which showcases the role of philanthropy in shaping American civic culture, including muse- ums, libraries, orchestras, universities and hospi- talsin seen in Washington. — AP lifestyle THURSDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2015

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K-Pop music band members EXO pose on the red carpet of the 2015 Mnet Asian Music Awards (MAMA), the leading K-pop awards ceremony, in Hong Members of South Korea indie rock band The Koxx. Kong yesterday. — AP/AFP photos K-pop super stars attend Mnet Asian Music Awards

outh Korea’s biggest stars gathered in Hong Kong last Seoul’s Gangnam district last month announced that a night at one of K-pop’s biggest events. “Gangnam statue modeled after the song’s dance moves is to be SStyle” Psy, K-pop boy band Big Bang and South erected. The night’s other attractions include hiphop rap- Korean-Chinese heartthrobs EXO are in the line-up for the per San E, boy band GOT7, and HyunA of girl group seventh annual Mnet Asian Music Awards (MAMA) at the 4Minute. The MAMA awards ceremony was first held in AsiaWorld-Expo. 2009 and has attracted big international names since then. The Koreans joined by Britain’s Pet Shop Boys, who per- In 2013 music legend Stevie Wonder performed with South formed with girl group f(x), as well as other celebrities such Korean singing star Hyolyn. — AFP as Taiwanese diva Jolin Tsai and Hong Kong movie star Chow Yun-fat, organizers said. The K-pop genre has made huge inroads into the international music scene in recent years, particularly with the global success of Psy’s “Gangnam Style”. The song’s music video-which features the now-famous horse-riding dance has racked up more than 2.4 billion YouTube views and became its most- watched video of all time.

South Korean actress Choo Ja-hyun walks on the red car- pet of the 2015 Mnet Asian Music Awards.

South Korean actress Han Chae-young.

South Korean-American singer Jessi.

US singer and actress Tiffany Hwang (left) and South Korean actress and singer Seohyun (right).

South Korea actress Hong Soo-Ah.

South Korean actor Lee Jung-jae. South Korea actor Yeo Jin-goo, left, and actress Kim So- South Korean actress Park Shin-hye. Hyun.

South Korean actor Lee Kwang-soo (left) and actress Park Members of South Korea boy band GOT7. Members of South Korea boy group BTS. Bo-young. lifestyle THURSDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2015

Music & Movies Michael Caine reflects Pearl Jam on ‘Youth’ and old age ichael Caine sits down for lunch at the St. Regis movies. Movies retire you. (AP: Yet they’re not.) That’s the Hotel in midtown New York clutching a copy of point. I retire and they say, “Oh, no you’re not.” Mthe day’s Daily News given to him by the hotel doorman, who’s earmarked a photo of Caine and his On fighting in Korea “Youth” co-star Jane Fonda. “You wonder why I stay here,” “In Korea, I got into a situation where I knew I was going he chuckles. “I always remember the sort of joke thing in to die. There were four of us. You always worry that you the British paper where the journalist said to the duchess, may be a coward. The four of us found out two things that ‘What’s the best restaurant in London?’ And she said, night. One, that none of us were cowards. And that our ‘Where you’re known, dear.’ And I apply that to a lot of what attitude to life was that we will make this as expensive as I do.” Caine, 82, is known just about everywhere. Some possible.” know him as the star of British classics like “Alfie,” “The Italian Job” and “Get Carter.” Others know him as Batman’s On his breakthrough butler (and a regular of just about every Christopher Nolan “‘Alfie’ was a stage play which I auditioned for and never movie). Some might even know him just by the ubiquitous got. I was the last choice of anybody. I shared a flat with impressions of his indelible cockney accent, like Steve Terence Stamp and he was offered ‘Alfie.’ I spent two days Coogan and Rob Brydon’s dueling Michael Caines in “The trying to talk him into doing it. Laurence Harvey, Anthony Trip.” Newley were offered it. Funny enough, everyone turned it down because there was an abortion sequence in it. It was Pearl Jam donates $100,000 the first time I was nominated for an Oscar. But I had seen Paul Scofield in ‘A Man for All Seasons,’ so I didn’t even bother to turn up.” to Brazil mine victims On coming to Hollywood he US rock band Pearl Jam is donating $100,000 to victims Tuesday, encouraging fans to join in the donation drive. Brazil’s “The first party I went to in Hollywood, Shirley MacLaine of a toxic mining spill in Brazil that killed at least 13 peo- government said last week that it will sue mining giants BHP gave to welcome me to Hollywood. The first people to walk Tple and was the country’s worst environmental disaster. Billiton and Vale for $5.2 billion in clean-up costs and damages in were Gloria Swanson and Frank Sinatra. I was dumb- The group’s singer Eddie Vedder interrupted a show last month after the deadly collapse of a waste water dam at the iron-ore struck. Then she took me to dinner at Danny Kaye’s house. in Belo Horizonte, capital of the southeast state of Minas Gerais- mine. The deluge swept down the River Doce to the Atlantic, There were only two other people there. One was Cary where the disaster occurred November 5 — and called for the sparking claims of major contamination, although the mining Grant and the other one was Prince Philip. I’m sitting there. mining company involved to be severely punished. companies insist there is no serious pollution. — AFP I’ve been in Hollywood for three weeks. I took Shirley “Pearl Jam will donate $100k to help the communities home. She lived in the Valley. As we got near to her home, I impacted by the tragedy in Brazil,” the band tweeted on said, ‘Look! Your house is on fire.’ She said, ‘Michael, that’s steam from the pool.’”

On turning down Alfred Hitchcock “I knew Hitchcock. We were from the same area, ‘Star Wars’ vs ‘Star Trek’: Londoners. When I first went to Hollywood for ‘Gambit,’ my bungalow at Universal was next to his. We became friends. Then when he offered me ‘Frenzy,’ he asked me to play a sadistic murderer of women and I wouldn’t do it. And he Why can’t fans just get along? never spoke to me again.” ay the Force be with you” vs “Live Long and Prosper,” On Batman and his grandson lightsabers vs phasers, warp drive vs. hyperdrive. The “We have very much a father-and-son relationship. “Mfan debate over which story, technology, space When he was about four, I was watching cartoons with ships and characters are superior started a long time ago. To casu- him. And a commercial for “Batman” came on, and he al moviegoers, there is not much difference between “Star Trek,” looked at me and he went, ‘You know Batman?’ I said, ‘Yeah’ the sci-fi franchise that launched on television in 1966, and “Star Actor Michael Caine poses for a portrait during press and he said, ‘Wow, that’s fantastic.’” Wars,” which debuted on movie screens in 1977. Yet to hard-core day for the upcoming film ‘Youth’ at The Four Seasons, fans the differences are as significant as those between tribbles in Los Angeles. — AP On pool scene of ‘youth’ with a naked beauty model and droids. “Paolo never told us about that, you know. He said to “Star Trek” fans think “Trek” is better because it portrays a com- Harvey (Keitel) and me, ‘Get in the pool. There’s no dia- plex, science-based technological future where diverse species In Paolo Sorrentino’s “Youth,” which opens Friday, Caine logue.’ He said ‘Action!’ and Madalina (Ghenea) walked in. unite for the betterment of all. “Star Wars,” many believe, is a sim- puts a capstone on a career that has traveled from work- Well that’s the best acting you’ve ever seen on our faces ple adventure with ray-guns and walking carpets, the good guy ing-class upstart to cinema institution. Like most things in because that’s absolute reality.” wears white, the bad guy wears black, and there’s a magic “Force.” life, he’s enjoying it. Working now and then, Caine lives rel- “Star Wars” fans think “Star Wars” and “The Empire Strikes Back,” are atively quietly, focused on his family; he and his wife, On improvising on ‘youth’ “The Godfather” Part I and II of science fiction films - a perfect orig- Shakira Baksh, are moving from their updated barn outside “I had this habit of saying another funny line, which is inal followed by an equally great sequel. They can tell you exactly London, so their 25-minute drive to their grandchildren just stupid. It’s not going to be in the movie, but just to get where they were when they first heard “No, I am your father,” as a can be cut down to 5. But he’s also soaking up the adula- a laugh. I’ll do anything to get a laugh. But there was one seminal life event. “Trek,” for many, is boring techno-babble, every- tion for his aged classical composer in “Youth,” which some where my daughter (Rachel Weisz) was sitting crying thing gets talked to death over tea, Earl Grey, hot, whereas a Jedi think could land him his sixth Oscar nomination. behind me and I couldn’t see her. I just said, ‘Stop crying.’ with a lightsaber and a rascal with a ship that can make the Kessel “I’ve been nominated (for best actor) four times and I And he left it in the movie. I like relaxation on a set, so I’m Run in less than 12 parsecs will always save the day. have never won,” he says, smiling. “I fly for 11 hours to clap always going for a laugh. I can’t act in a tense atmosphere.” YouTube videos debating and lampooning the rivalry abound. another actor and then go home. It’s a long way! So I’m not Fan polls from the last few years indicate a fairly even split, and for more than double the take of all “Trek” movies combined, despite exactly clearing shelves. I’ve got two Oscars, anyway.” On playing older parts many Hollywood stars the choice is far from unanimous. Josh “Trek” having nearly twice as many feature films. Sorrentino, the Italian director of the Oscar-winning “The “I had had great success in movies. I had done 61, 62. Hutcherson of “The Hunger Games” picks “Star Wars,” as does But if you’re using amplitude and frequency modulation (the Great Beauty,” wanted Caine for his combination of authori- And I got a script and I sent it back to the producer with a “Captain America” star Chris Evans. Reese Witherspoon, and Ryan colloquial term is television), then “Star Trek” dominates. With five ty and levity-a description that hits on Caine’s unique note saying I didn’t want to do it, the part was too small. Reynolds pick “Star Trek,” according to a 2012 IGN Entertainment live-action, one animated TV series, and a new streaming series blend of good cheer and gravitas. Caine first struck And he sent it back with a note saying, ‘I didn’t want you to video. coming in 2017, there will have been at least one “Trek” series in Sorrentino in Woody Allen’s “Hannah and her Sisters”: read the lover. I wanted you to read the father.’ That’s when, each of the last six decades. Is there anyone who can settle this “When I saw that, I thought: I would like to be like Michael as I like to say, you stop getting the girl, but you get the Frequency modulation debate? Someone who has attained Kolinahr, with the wisdom of Caine in life.” Wouldn’t we all. Though Caine doesn’t share part.” Even if the fan base cannot agree, the fathers of the respective a Jedi Master, who can unemotionally, yet boldly, make this deci- his character’s melancholy or regret he’s similarly reflective franchises admired each other’s creations. In the 2013 DVD release sion? - a two-time memoirist and an eager, colorful storyteller. On one similarity with his ‘youth’ character of documentary “Trek Nation,” George Lucas said that “Star Trek” Astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson is perhaps the closest geeks “They say I’m a raconteur but what are you going to do?” “There’s a scene at the doctor’s where I go to see the had “softened up the entertainment arena so that ‘Star Wars’ could have to a rock star-type hero. Here’s his verdict from an October he said. “There are stories to tell.” results of my exam and he says to me: ‘What’s it like feeling come along and stand on its shoulders.” In the same documentary, 2015 Rolling Stone interview: “I’m ‘Star Wars’ fluent, but I’m a big- old?’ And what struck me is the line I said to him, which is: ‘I “Trek” creator Gene Roddenberry said, “I like ‘Star Wars.’ It was ger ‘Trek’ fan. There’s a promise of actual science going on in ‘Star On retirement don’t understand how I got here.’ Six years ago I was 35. young King Arthur growing up, slaying the evil emperor finally. Trek’ but not so much in ‘Star Wars.’” When all the fizbin cards are “What am I going to do? Sit around and watch soaps on How the hell have I gotten to be 82? A reporter once said There’s nothing wrong with that kind of entertainment. down, for most fans resistance is futile. There’s usually something television all day? That’s why I never retired. I retire mental- to me, ‘How do you feel about growing old?’ And I said to Everything doesn’t have to create a philosophy for you, for your about the other franchise they actually like. And just like “The ly every time. I regard myself retired now. I don’t have him, ‘Well, considering the alternative, fabulous.’” — AP whole life. You can also have fun.” Force,” it appears this debate will be with us, always. — Reuters another script to do, so I’m retired. I always had this phrase At the box office, “Wars” is to “Trek” what the Death Star was to that I said many times to reporters: You don’t retire in the planet Alderaan. “Star Wars” has six live action and one animat- ed film cumulatively grossing over $4 billion worldwide. That’s

John Cusack, left, and Spike Lee attend the premiere of Nick Cannon, left, and Spike Lee attend the premiere of Filmmaker Spike Lee (left) and the Reverend Al Sharpton This photo provided by Roadside Attractions and Amazon ‘Chi-Raq’ at the Ziegfeld Theatre. — AP photos ‘Chi-Raq’. lead a march through the streets of Manhattan calling for Studios shows Nick Cannon as Chi-Raq in Spike Lee’s film, an end to gun violence. “Chi-Raq.” Spike Lee rips Rahm Emanuel on ‘Chi-Raq’ orange carpet ind words were in short supply for Chicago Mayor year-old wasn’t charged or the superintendent fired until the to get out here and express our pain the right way,” he said. Rahm Emanuel at the premiere of Spike Lee’s “Chi-Raq” city’s election had passed. Emanuel won a second term earli- The Rev Michael Pfleger, a Catholic priest and social activist Kon Tuesday night. Emanuel fired the city’s police er this year. The shooting took place in 2014. “It’s very tragic from Chicago who is the basis for Cusack’s character in the superintendent Tuesday after tensions flared over the release that information was suppressed for an election cycle,” movie, urged the crowd to pledge to end gun violence. of a graphic video that showed a black teenager, Laquan Cusack said. The Rev Al Sharpton, who walked the film’s “Are we going to save our babies or are we going to close McDonald, being shot 16 times by a white police officer. Lee orange carpet before the premiere, said the power of the our eyes and sit down?” he said before making the crowd predicted at the premiere, held before he and cast members satire can send a message to young people about gun vio- repeat an oath: “I make a pledge to stop violence in my participated in an anti-gun violence march, that “some more lence more than Tuesday’s announcement in Chicago. home, on my block and in my city.” Lucia McBath, whose son heads are gonna roll.” The movie’s kickoff segued into the anti-gun violence Jordan Davis was killed in 2012 in Jacksonville, Florida, called The police superintendent “is not going to be the only march. Lee, Sharpton and members of the film’s cast joined for the mothers of other shooting victims to stand next to one,” Lee said. Lee’s satire is based on the ancient Greek play about 150 people who marched from a midtown theater to her. “We are members of a club no one wants to belong to,” “Lysistrata” by Aristophanes. This modern adaptation is about Times Square. Actor John Turturro, who isn’t in the movie, said McBath. “We are the faces of everyday violence. It the murder of a child hit by a stray bullet in Chicago’s South marched with them. Activists wore orange beanies with doesn’t have to be this way.” George Willborn, who plays Side, and the group of women that organize a unique way of pompom tops. The color was chosen from the vests hunters Tereus in the film, said he was born in Englewood on dealing with the ongoing violence; they hold back sex. wear as a “don’t shoot me sign,” said Cleo Pendleton, whose Chicago’s South Side, but he wasn’t supposed to make it out Chicago actor John Cusack, who appears in the film, said the 15-year-old daughter, Hadiya Pendleton, was killed in of his neighborhood. I was supposed to die, go to jail or get shootings and killings in Chicago each year are “unaccept- Chicago in 2013. Lee even wore orange-framed glasses. on drugs,” he said. “But I’m standing with people who believe able,” and cited political motives. Actor Nick Cannon, who portrays Chi-Raq in the movie, said in hope.” — AP He said the police officer involved in shooting the 17- the march was being held “for the right reasons.” “We’ve got Al Sharpton, from left, Teyonah Parris and Spike Lee. K-pop super stars attend Mnet Asian Music Awards

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Martin Hansel wears a Santa Claus costume over his diving equipment as he feeds a ray during a promotional event at the Sea Life aquarium in Berlin yesterday. — AFP Clean mining yields ‘green gold’ in Colombia

old mining can be a dirty, bloody business, but a village in Colombia has been rewarded Gfor an ethical model-producing clean “green gold” which has seduced big international jewelers. The gold ground out of the gray rocks of the Andes in La Llanada is worn by Hollywood stars at the Cannes Film Festival, in creations by Swiss jeweler Chopard. The La Llanada operations were certified in October by Fairmined, an international body that certifies ethical mining practices. That opened the way for it to sell its gold to international companies. “It is a sustainable model that benefits people as well as nature,” said Diego Riascos, general manager of the Coodmilla village mining cooperative. “If there is an international market that is much better for us, because the miners will be able to sell their gold at a better price.” The La Llanada mines have also been certified as an environmentally-friendly operation, which avoids using toxic chemicals such as cyanide and mercury. “This is clean gold,” Edison Rosero, 23, who works as foreman in one of the mines, run by his uncle Celimo. Like numerous other locals, Edison rides up on a motorbike from the village to the mine. There they descend 100 yards under the rock to the seam to pick up the rocks loosened by explosives.

View of a Cannes Palme d’Or cinema award on display Gold without blood at Swiss Jeweler’s Chopard workshop. You would think getting the gold out of these mountains, through the dense green forest and away onto the necks and wrists of rich Europeans would be an ordeal. The surrounding Narino moun- tains are a hotspot of violence in the decades-old armed conflict between rebels and the Colombian government. Yet through a strongly community- based, small-scale production system, the locals the Palme d’Or trophy in Cannes and also in jewelry Colombia, won the certification in 2014. View of a fairmined gold here have avoided extortion and kidnappings by worn on the red carpet by stars such as the Oscar- “The Colombian government has been working bar and balls at Swiss armed groups and competition from big firms. The winning actress Marion Cotillard. hard to replicate this model throughout the whole Jeweller’s Chopard work- indigenous Abades people mined the gold here It is part of what Chopard calls a drive towards country,” said deputy mining minister Maria Isabel shop, in Meyrin, near centuries ago before they were killed off in the 16th “sustainable luxury”. Chopard joined forces with the Ulloa in her office in Bogota, referring to the ethical Geneva. — AFP photos century. ARM in 2013 to support La Llanada. “For me it was cooperatives. In the harmonious village with the Canadian firms came in the 1930s but left when very obvious that the Palme d’Or had to go green,” smoking peak of the Galeras volcano on the horizon, gold prices fell during World War II and never Caroline Scheufele, Chopard’s artistic director, told Edison and his friends spend their spare time play- returned. Ever since, the locals have kept control of AFP in the jeweler’s workshop in Geneva. ing music and singing. Children run around in the the production and profits from the gold they street and other miners play volleyball. The rest of View of a fairmined gold and diamond jewel inspired painstakingly extract from the rocks, via the Power to the miners the time they labor to lug rock out of the mine, mill by Cannes Palme d’Or cinema award. Coodmilla cooperative. “Here there is no violence Regulating mining in a country where nearly two them and sieve them, hoping to glean a gram or between miners,” says Riascos. thirds of such operations are estimated to be carried two of gold-for this is still, despite everything, out illegally is a challenge for Colombian authorities. extremely tough work. “Sometimes you spend more ‘Sustainable luxury’ Gold is currently considered even more profitable on the work than you earn from it,” Edison said. The Fairmined standard was developed by the than the drug-trafficking that funds armed groups. “Mining is always an adventure.”— AFP Alliance for Responsible Mining (ARM), a Colombia- “The Fairmined certificate is a way to formalize pro- based NGO with operations in Latin America, Africa duction and empower mining communities,” said and Asia. It sets environmental and labor norms and Lina Villa, executive director of the ARM. La Llanada ensures that production benefits local communities. was the second mine in Colombia to be certified by The gold from La Llanada sparkles in the leaves of Fairmined. Another cooperative in Iquira, central

View of a fairmined gold jewel inspired on Cannes Palme d’Or cinema award, on display at Swiss Jeweler’s Chopard workshop.

View of a fairmined gold wristwatch at Swiss Jeweler’s View of Swiss Jeweler’s Chopard fine jeweler workshop. A group of miners head to “La Corte” gold mine in La Llanada, Narino department. Chopard workshop.