Al Abdaly Terror Cell

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MONDAY, AUGUST 17, 2015 THULQADA 2, 1436 AH www.kuwaittimes.net Switzerland, Hillary Clinton Swiss teenager City thrash Kuwait ink emails: What Bencic shocks misfiring visa-exemption is known, Serena to reach Chelsea 3-0; agreement2 what’s14 not Toronto18 final Arsenal20 win Prosecution bans reports Min 34º Max 49º on ‘Al Abdaly terror cell’ High Tide 01:35 & 13:15 Cabinet vows to maintain Kuwait stability and security Low Tide 07:40 & 20:05 40 PAGES NO: 16612 150 FILS KUWAIT: The Public Prosecutor Dherar Al-Asousi issued Indonesia plane a media blackout on news related to Al Abdaly terror cell. The Ministry of Information informed newspapers crashes with 54 not to report any information about case 55/2015 on ‘Kuwaitis in possession of large caches of arms, ammu- people onboard nition and explosions’. “Speaking about this case harms the country’s interest and its unity, and affects negative- JAYAPURA: The wreckage of a passenger plane ly - the current investigations,” said a statement issued which went missing with 54 people aboard in by the Public Prosecutor’s office yesterday. The Public rugged eastern Indonesia yesterday has been found Prosecution will inform media outlets about the final by villagers, an official said, with rescuers expected results of investigations regarding this case, reported to head to the crash site. The plane operated by Kuna. Indonesian carrier Trigana Air lost contact with air Also yesterday, His Highness the Deputy Amir and traffic control just before 3:00 pm after taking off Crown Prince Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al- from Jayapura, the capital of Papua province, the Sabah chaired an extraordinary meeting of the Cabinet. search and rescue agency said. He lauded security services for their role in uncovering The ATR 42-300 twin-turboprop plane was carrying the cell. Sheikh Nawaf underlined the need to complete 44 adult passengers, five children and five crew on the the required measures and precautions - to maintain flight which was scheduled to take about 45 minutes, it the country’s security, urging security personnel to keep said. But the plane disappeared about 10 minutes a watchful eye on the security and safety of the country before reaching its destination Oksibil, a remote settle- and its citizens. The Cabinet listened to a detailed pres- ment in the mountains south of Jayapura, shortly after entation by Sheikh Mohmmad Al-Khaled on efforts it asked permission to start descending to land. exerted by security men in uncovering the terror cell Officials said initially that villagers in the Okbape dis- which is currently being investigated by the Public trict of Papua reported seeing a plane crash. The trans- Prosecution. port ministry later said local residents had found the The Cabinet expressed its condemnation of this ter- wreckage. ror plot which serves the objectives of the foes of the “The plane has been found (by villagers). According country. The Cabinet vowed to take required measures to residents, the flight had crashed into a mountain,” and precautions in the face of such incidents, underlin- said the transport ministry’s director-general of air ing the need of boosting national unity so as to main- transportation, Suprasetyo, who goes by one name. tain the country’s stability and security. The Cabinet Officials were still verifying the information from local affirmed that security men will deal harshly with any- KUWAIT: His Highness the Deputy Amir and Crown Prince Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah (right) residents, he said. There was no information about body who seeks to tamper with the country’s security hold talks with His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Jaber Al-Mubarak Al-Hamad Al-Sabah (center), whether anyone may have survived. and stability, urging all citizens to cooperate in order to Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Sheikh Mohammad Al-Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah along with Continued on Page 13 prevent perpetrators from achieving their plots inside Cabinet ministers (unseen) during an extraordinary meeting yesterday at Seif Palace. — KUNA (See Page 2) the country. — Agencies Indian Prime Minister in UAE ‘First visit by Indian leader in 34 years’ ABU DHABI: India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in the United Arab Emirates yesterday for a two- day visit during which he will deliver a speech to thousands of Indian expatriates, tour a mosque in a symbolic gesture of outreach to Muslims and discuss with rulers how to improve already strong trade links. Modi is the first Indian premier to visit the country in 34 years. He will meet today with Abu Dhabi’s Crown Prince Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Dubai ruler Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. The Indian prime minister, who has come under fire for his party’s affiliation to hard-line Hindu groups, will kick DOUMA: Syrian emergency personnel arrange dead bodies wrapped in shrouds off his two-day visit with a tour of Abu Dhabi’s Sheikh following air strikes by Syrian government forces on a marketplace in the rebel- Zayed Grand Mosque. He will speak today at the Dubai held area of Douma, east of the capital Damascus. — AFP Cricket Stadium, where more than 52,000 people have registered to attend, according to the local daily Gulf News. Over 80 dead in In an interview published in Gulf News yesterday, Modi acknowledged that “there is a mini-India in the UAE.” The UAE, a federation of seven emirates, is home to about 2.6 million Indian expatriates who comprise a Syrian air raids third of the total population and outnumber the local Emirati population. Annual Indian remittances from the BEIRUT: At least 82 people were killed in most of those killed, it said, and the UAE are estimated at $14 billion. Syrian regime air raids yesterday on a death toll was expected to rise further Modi said India is the UAE’s second-largest trading town outside Damascus, a monitor said, because many of the wounded were in partner and the UAE is India’s third largest trading part- as the UN’s top humanitarian chief held serious condition. ner behind the US and China. Trade between the two talks with government officials. The Observatory director Rami Abdel reached $60 billion last year. Wealthy Indians living in Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, a Rahman said locals had gathered after a the UAE took advantage of the country’s rapid develop- Britain-based monitoring group, said at first strike hit a market in the town to ment over the past three decades, settling here just as least 200 people were also injured in a help evacuate the wounded when the Abu Dhabi and Dubai were transforming from fishing ABU DHABI: India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi (center) walks with the Crown string of 10 strikes on the rebel-held additional raids hit. ports into bustling investment hubs buoyed by the dis- Prince of Abu Dhabi, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan as town of Douma. Civilians accounted for Continued on Page 13 covery of oil. — AP they inspect a guard of honor in Abu Dhabi.— AFP (See Page 6) US’ Biden calls Chattanooga shooter ‘perverted jihadist’

CHATTANOOGA: Vice President Joe Biden on Saturday hateful ideology” was behind the shooting, but vowed called the slaying of four Marines and a sailor at a that the United States would present a strong response. Chattanooga reserve center the act of a “perverted “The few who threaten or incite harm to Americans - jihadist.” Biden’s comments came at a memorial to the violent extremists or terrorists, wherever they are - will five servicemen killed in a shooting rampage by Kuwait- surely, very surely, no matter how long it takes, come to born Muhammad Youssef Abdulazeez. “These perverse feel the long arm and the hard fist of justice,” Carter said. ideologues, warped theocrats, they may be able to Those killed were Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Randall inspire a single lone wolf to commit a savage act, but Smith and four Marines: Staff Sgt David Wyatt, Sgt Carson they can never, never threaten who we are,” Biden said. Holmquist, Gunnery Sgt Thomas Sullivan and Lance Cpt “When this perverted jihadist struck, everyone respond- Squire “Skip” Wells, who just moments before had texted ed.” his girlfriend in Savannah, Georgia, the words “ACTIVE The vice president’s strong words contrast with the SHOOTER.” official comments of investigators who have not yet been Abdulazeez began the July 16 rampage by opening able to determine a motive behind the attack. The FBI fire on a military recruiting center before driving his rent- has said it has not been able to determine whether the ed Mustang about 7 miles across town to a reserve cen- 24-year-old Abdulazeez was “radicalized” before the July ter, crashing through the gates and killing the five ser- 16 attacks and has been treating him as a homegrown vicemen. Abdulazeez died in a shootout with police. violent extremist. Speaking before Biden, Secretary of Friends and neighbors recalled Abdulazeez as a happy, CHATTANOOGA: Marine First Sergeant John Coyne announces the names of the fallen Marines and Sailor dur- Defense Ash Carter said officials may never know “what polite young man. ing Roll Call at a memorial service in Chattanooga, Tenn. — AP combination of disturbed mind, violent extremism and Continued on Page 13 MONDAY, AUGUST 17, 2015 LOCAL

KUWAIT: The Cabinet held an extraordinary meeting yesterday headed by His Highness the Deputy Amir and Crown Prince Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah to discuss the latest security developments on the local arena. — KUNA

KUWAIT: His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al- His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah Sabah meets His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Jaber Al-Mubarak meets First Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Sabah meets Deputy Prime Minister and Interior Minister Sheikh Mohammad Al-Sabah. — KUNA Al-Khaled Al-Sabah. Al-Khaled Al-Sabah.

His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah meets Deputy Prime Minister and Defense Minister Sheikh Khaled Al- meets Acting Parliament Speaker Ahmad Lari. meets Information and Youth Affairs Minister Sheikh Salman Al- Jarrah Al-Sabah. Homoud Al-Sabah. Crown Prince receives top state officials

KUWAIT: His Highness the Deputy Amir and Crown Prince Sheikh Nawaf Al- and Foreign Minister Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah, Deputy He also received Acting Parliament Speaker Ahmad Hajji Lari, Minister of Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah received His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Sheikh Mohammad Al-Khaled Al- Information and Minister of State for Youth Affairs Sheikh Salman Sabah Al- Jaber Al-Mubarak Al-Hamad Al-Sabah at Seif Palace yesterday. Hamad Al-Sabah and Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense Sheikh Salem Al-Homoud Al-Sabah and Minister of State for Cabinet Affairs Sheikh His Highness the Deputy Amir also received First Deputy Prime Minister Khaled Al-Jarrah Al-Sabah. Mohammad Abdullah Al-Mubarak Al-Sabah. — KUNA Kuwait meets heads of countries’ sections at Expo Milano 2015 Kuwait, Italy prepare for PM’s visit

MILAN: Head of Kuwait’s delegation to Expo Milano 2015 Faisal Al-Mutalaqim met with heads of the sections of countries participating in the exhibition yesterday to share experience. Mutalaqim in a ceremony had received 25 officials of participating countries including the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), Italy, USA, Japan, Germany, China, Mexico, Malaysia, Kazakhstan and Brunei, head of Kuwait’s section Faris Al-Enezi said. BERN: Kuwaiti Ambassador to Switzerland Bader Al-Tunaib signs the visa Mutalaqim had taken his guests on a tour at exemption deal with Director of Switzerland’s international cooperation the Kuwaiti section to learn of the country’s his- agency at the Office of Migration Ambassador Urs Von Arb. — KUNA tory and achievements, mainly in the humanitarian field, Enezi said. Mutalaqim had noted the importance of participating in the Expo, as Kuwait, Switzerland ink it is a chance to share experience and exchange different views on current issues facing the visa-exemption agreement world, including development, environmental topics and sustainable resources. BERN: Kuwaiti Ambassador to tion agency at the Office of Migration Expo Milano 2015, a global showcase of Switzerland Bader Al-Tunaib inked yes- Ambassador Urs Von Arb inked the more than 140 participating countries, aims to terday a Swiss visa-exemption deal for agreement. The Kuwaiti ambassador show the best of what technology has to offer Kuwaiti holders of diplomatic and spe- said that the agreement reflected in terms of providing concrete answers to vital cial passports. Tunaib and Director of good ties between Kuwait and human needs such as safety, food security and Switzerland’s international coopera- Switzerland. — KUNA sanitation. The expo also involves international Faisal Al-Mutalaqim with the commissioner of Ecuador’s pavilion and the director of the organizations and expects to welcome more American pavilion. than 20 million visitors.

Visit Separately, Kuwait’s Ambassador to Italy Sheikh Ali Al-Khaled Al-Sabah and Advisor of the Italian President Emanuela Dgalessandro discussed the upcoming visit of His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Jaber Al-Mubarak Al- Hamad Al-Sabah to Italy next September. The meeting aims to prepare for His Highness’s visit to Rome and Vatican, where he will meet with Italian President Sergio Mattarella, the Ambassador said in a statement yesterday. The discussions dealt with the strong ties and cooperation between the two countries, mainly in light of the prominent visit of His Highness the Amir Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al- Jaber Al-Sabah to Italy in 2010, he added. Meanwhile, the Advisor hailed the ever developing Kuwaiti-Italian relations in all fields, noting the successful visit of His Highness the Prime Minister in September 2014 to her coun- KUWAIT: Ahmadi Governor Sheikh Fawaz Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah received try. The official also expressed appreciation for actor Mohammad Al-Mansour, the Chairman of the Nuwair Creative Disabled Kuwait’s role in the Expo Milano 2015 and the Citizens’ Care Society, to discuss preparations to host an annual festival where current ‘Art of the Islamic Civilization’ exhibition, disabled citizens can showcase their creative activities. held in Italy. — KUNA Faisal Al-Mutalaqim welcomes the director of the German pavilion. MONDAY, AUGUST 17, 2015 LOCAL 45 violations for illegal donations

By Meshaal Al-Enezi building in Kuwait City. Salhiya police dealt with the accident, which was ruled as KUWAIT: An official at the Social Affairs attempted suicide. Ministry, NGOs and Foundations Department said the Interior Ministry was Roaming vendors caught told about several individuals establishing Farwaniya Municipality Branch carried unlicensed projects to collect donations out campaigns against roaming vendors illegally. during times when they become active in The source said there were 45 violations, Jleeb Al-Shuyoukh and Hasawi, as they sell which prompted the Social Affairs Ministry expired food, used clothing, furniture and to write to the Interior and Commerce so on. The campaigns resulted in the con- Ministry to stop the violators and have fiscation of six truck loads of vegetables, them sign undertakings and confiscate all fruits, food stuffs, furniture and used elec- the money as they were collected illegally. tric equipments. Only twelve citations were issued, as the rest of the roaming vendors Twitter escaped. The Interior Ministry denied that His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Nawaf Harassment case Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah has a Twitter account. The Criminal Court sentenced a citizen The person impersonating His Highness to ten years in jail for harassing a Kuwaiti the Crown Prince on the social media site actress and beating her in public. The pros- will be held accountable, the ministry said ecution charged him with placing his hand in a statement. on a sensitive part of her body without consent, and then beating her while insult- Deadly fall ing her with indecent words. KUWAIT: A fire truck, an ambulance and a crowd of people are seen outside the Imam Al-Sadeq Mosque in Kuwait City moments afterit was hit Two Egyptians were killed in different by a terrorist attack on June 26, 2015. —Photo by Yasser Al-Zayyat incidents reported yesterday. The first man Fintas Group fell from a bridge under construction near The Criminal Court will consider the City Center, while the second fell from the ‘Fintas Group’ Case during its September 21 Mosque blast case: Prosecution demands ninth floor of a Farwaniya apartment. session. The case drew the interest of the Separately, a bedoon man threw himself public, as notable personalities, MPs and severe punishment against defendants from the second floor of a car parking members of the ruling family are involved. By Meshal Al-Enezi and KUNA with it, as he described members of the Shiite on the mosque. The flash memory included the sect as infidels and that they will end up in hell security camera film showing the car that Campaigns on cleaning companies KUWAIT: The Public Prosecution yesterday fire, and if there was a believer among them he boarded the suicide bomber, the moment he called for a most severe punishment against will end up in heaven. descended from the vehicle entering the should be increased: Committee people who are charged with being involved in • The suspects believe that those who are mosque during Friday prayers as well as the the blast that hit Imam Al-Sadeq Mosque in killed or injured at Al-Sadeq Mosque are sacri- actual blast. Al-Eidan testified that he had driv- By A Saleh tion in protecting human rights, especially Kuwait City on June 26. The Criminal Court held fices. en the car to the target with the attacker sitting since Kuwait became a center for humani- its scheduled fifth session earlier yesterday dur- • The event officer said the organization’s on the front seat and that the vehicle belonged KUWAIT: Chairman of the Migrant Labor tarian work under the leadership of His ing which the public prosecution made a pres- actions were to apply pressure on Kuwait to the seventh suspect Jarrah Nimer. Committee at the Manpower Public Highness the Amir Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad entation on the blast and the roles of all 29 authorities to release the heir of the organiza- The court held its first session on August Authority asked that campaigns on clean- Al-Jaber Al-Sabah. defendants. The court decided to resume its tion, ninth suspect Fahad Faraj. 4th. The accused include seven Kuwaitis, five ing companies be increased to prevent sessions on the case tomorrow for hearing of • The dynamite that was used in the bomb- Saudis, three Pakistanis, 13 illegal residents in abuse of migrant labor. Al-Sultani noted Guantanamo detainee the defense and told all competent bodies to ing was placed on a belt shaped like a vest addition to another person who has remained some companies violate human rights and Kuwait legal authorities expect allow lawyers to meet the accused. worn by the blow up executor, surrounded by at large. During a session held on August 6, the make their laborers work extra hours, American authorities to release Kuwaiti The court had decided during the previous an explosive tape to magnify the explosion tribunal ordered the release of 11 out of 29 per- deprive them of their annual leaves, while Fayez Al-Kandary who is detained in session held last Thursday to pursue the prose- wave to ensure the explosion of the entire sons accused of being involved in the case having them work in unsuitable circum- Guantanamo Bay’s prison in the near future cution in camera with a testimony by a ranking dynamite, which showed the person who made without bail, however all of the accused were stances. Meanwhile, coordinator of the as the Kuwaiti authorities assured their officer of the State Security, and resume the it is an expert on its nature, the sequence of banned from travel. “Health Kills Them” campaigns said some American counterparts of the rehabilitation open-door proceedings today, where the pub- explosion, the explosion wave and the shrap- violations were detected by cleaning com- plan to correct behavior of Kuwaitis return- lic prosecution would present the case, while nels at the time of the explosions became like Defendants panies who have contracts with the gov- ing from Guantanamo. Meanwhile, reports the designated defense would copy its file on bullets. The defendants’ list also includes five others ernment, by making their laborers work at indicate that Fawzi Al-Oudah who was the court expenses. • Among the bloody body parts taken who have not been detained. Two of them have noon, which is a violation of human rights released from Guantanamo last year is The tribunal has tasked a number of attor- around the mosque were the legs of the suicide been arrested in Saudi Arabia-they are broth- and of the Administrative Decision responding well to the program during the neys from Kuwait Lawyers Association, along bomber Fahad Al-Qabba. ers; one named Majed Abdullah Al-Zahrani (the 535/2015 which bans laborers from work- first six months he spent there, adding that with other counselors, with defending the sus- • Suspect Fahad Farraj confessed to being a fourth defendant) and Mohammad Abdullah ing from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm in open areas the prosecution may extend his stay to pects. None of the assigned barristers will be Daesh organizer, and was teaching Fiqh at the Al-Zahrani (the third defendant). Another from June 1 until the end of August. He make sure he completes the entire pro- allowed to request relief from the mission, and diwaniya (gathering place) of suspect brother of the two had stayed in Kuwait before said such violations harm Kuwait’s reputa- gram successfully. those willing so, must present compelling rea- Mohammad Khalaif, along with some suspects being handed over to the Saudi authorities. The sons for abstaining. in the cell. trio’s fourth brother is in Syria, in the ranks of • All suspects were present at the court the Islamic State (IS). Notable parts except for suspect numbers 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 who The mosque, located in Al-Sawaber district The most notable parts in the public prose- were outside the country. in Kuwait City, was targeted by a suicide cution presentation include: • Doctors Tawfiq Hassan and Mustapha bomber on June 26, 2015 during Friday prayers • The legislator decided that if the use of Abdallah from the Medical Examiner in the Muslim fasting month of Ramadan. Up explosives resulted in the death of a person, Department spoke under oath about what sus- to 26 people were killed and 227 others injured then there will be capital punishment. pect number 12, Salem Sabah, brother of the in the attack. • The state banned joining a society or main suspect Abdelrahman Sabah, said after The attack had prompted His Highness the group that aims at spreading principles that examining him. The suspect said he was beaten Amir Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah call for destroying the state’s basic systems. by detectives on his hands and hanged him to head to the scene hurriedly. Tearful and • It said that the first elements that indicate from the hands and was electrocuted by a deeply distressed, Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad the crime, proved the penal responsibility of device on his buttocks, according to the doc- strongly condemned the bombing, affirming the first and second suspects for the murder tors. The doctors also told the court that there that such bids intended to foment discords and attempted murder crimes and the use of are shock marks on his body from an unknown among the Kuwaitis would certainly fail. “Those dynamite explosives. source. are my sons,” were some of the words His • The first suspect was recruited for a suicide Highness spontaneously uttered when seeing operation on behalf of the Islamic State (IS) in Flash memory drive the blood-stained victims and damage at the Kuwait and he expressed agreement to do it. Previous sessions witnessed cross-examin- targeted mosque. Translating his words, ordi- • The first suspect thought his suicide opera- ing the first suspect Abdulrahman Sabah Al- nary citizens stood in long lines at clinics after tion will be against the American military. Eidan re-examining confiscated materials the incident donating blood for the injured, in a • The first suspect is certain that his deep including a flash memory drive that includes stance of recurrently replayed solidarity. The conviction in the organization’s principles lead statements by Fahad Suleiman Al-Qabaa, who State received condolences on the martyrs’ loss to the liquidation of those who do not agree had personally carried out the bombing attack at the Grand Mosque. Jaber Hospital 80% complete

KUWAIT: The Ministry of Public Works has finished nearly 80 percent of construction works to build the Jaber Hospital, with works slated to finish by July 2016, Kuwait News Agency (KUNA) reported yesterday quoting a statement from the General Secretariat of the Supreme Council for Planning and Development. Earlier reports had indicated that construction of the Jaber Hospital, which is located in South Surra, is expected to finish by this year’s end while it is set to go on test operation at the beginning of 2016. The hospital is considered the largest in the Middle East and the sixth largest worldwide with a total area of 220,000 square meters. The building consists of five towers with a total bed capacity of 1,168, and contains a parking lot that fits 5,000 vehicles. An underground central power plant, build specifically for the project, supplies the building with 100 percent of its electricity needs. A model of the Jaber Hospital KUWAIT: The Kuwait Dive Team of the Environment Voluntary Foundation fixed a navigation light on a buoy located one kilometer off of the Fahaheel beach. Meanwhile, the Kuwait Science Club’s dive team announced that it lifted debris from the Qarouh Island’s waters. —KUNA Mall stabbing suspects arrested

By Hanan Al-Saadoun Traffic campaign The Hawally Traffic Department carried KUWAIT: Criminal detectives arrested the out a crackdown recently, which resulted in suspects who murdered a Kuwaiti citizen issuing 1,137 citations for use of cell phone and injured another in 360 Mall, hours during driving, failure to fasten the seatbelt, after the crime. Hawally detectives arrest- reckless driving, expired car’s registration ed three bedoons (stateless) and three and expired driver’s license. Two juveniles Kuwaitis involved in the fight. were detained in the campaign as well. The suspects confessed to committing the crime and were sent to concerned Intersection closed authorities. The fight took place Friday as The Sixth Ring Road will be closed at its two 16-year-old Kuwaiti youths were intersection with east Ardhiya road 602 for stabbed. One of them succumbed and six hours starting at midnight today. The died to a fatal stab wound in his chest and closure will last for seven days. The road lung. The other victim is in stable condi- from Farwaniya hospital on road 602 will KUWAIT: The Interior Ministry’s Undersecretary Lieutenant General Suleiman Al-Fahad chaired a meeting yesterday for the general committee tion. be closed as well. for police affairs, which was attended by assistant undersecretaries at the ministry. MONDAY, AUGUST 17, 2015 LOCAL Photo of the day

KUWAIT: An aerial view taken from approximately 2,000 feet above the ground shows the Jaber Stadium and its surrounding areas. Located 15 kilometers south of Kuwait City, the 400,000 square meters Jaber Stadium has a total capacity of 65,000, making it the 25th largest stadium in the world. It was opened in 2009, but closed later for maintenance. The stadium is slated to host the 23rd Gulf Cup tournament matches in December 2015. —Photo by Yasser Al-Zayyat

75% of UAE employers expect to create 10 new jobs in 3 months According to Bayt.com and YouGov survey

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Industries attracting top talent executives, now is the time for fresh When asked which industry is graduates and job seekers with little Hiring expectations attracting top talent in the UAE, 42 or no experience to hone their skills Sixty six percent of UAE employers percent of respondents replied the and apply for the thousands of job will be hiring in the next 3 months, banking and finance industry, fol- vacancies that are advertised daily on with 43 percent definitely hiring and lowed by oil, gas and petrochemicals leading job sites across the region,” 23 percent probably hiring. (36 percent) and construction (34 per- said Elissavet Vraka, Research According to them, only 3 percent of UAE companies are definitely not hiring. Moreover, in a year’s time, 31 percent of UAE current employers state that their companies will definitely be hiring, and 41 percent will probably be hiring. 75 percent of those looking to hire candidates in the UAE will be opening up to 10 new positions to potential employees in the next 3 months. The majority of these jobs will be for junior executives (45 percent) and cent). Manager, YouGov. executives (40 percent). Only a “Our goal at Bayt.com is to arm job Almost 8 out of 10 UAE respon- minority are seeking top-level candi- seekers with the tools needed to dents work in the private sector, with dates. thrive in today’s increasingly competi- 32 percent of them working for a tive job market. The Bayt.com Middle multinational company. 12 percent of Roles and experience East Job Index Survey is a biannual respondents in the UAE are unem- When looking at specific roles in study conducted to gauge percep- ployed. The most popular industries the UAE, according to working tions of job availability and hiring in among UAE respondents are con- respondents, the most popular can- the region, as well as identify the key struction (12 percent), banking and didate positions will be for human skill sets and qualifications in the cur- finance (7 percent) and oil, gas and resource professionals and executive rent job market,” said Suhail Al-Masri, petrochemicals (7 percent). assistants, both at 21 percent, fol- Vice President of Sales, Bayt.com. “The 21 percent of current employees in lowed by sales managers (17 per- survey shows that there is a positive the UAE hold executive roles with no cent), accountants (15 percent) and trend in hiring practices in the UAE managerial responsibilities, while 20 receptionists (14 percent). within the next 3 and 12 months. percent are junior managers or team 37 percent of UAE working respon- Results show that employment leaders and 17 percent are in middle dents said that their company is gen- opportunities will mostly be geared management. erally seeking candidates with mid- towards the younger generation who Data for the Bayt.com Middle East level experience, while almost one are looking for entry-level positions. Job Index Surveywas collected online third of them said they are looking for For them to increase their eligibility, between May 28 and July 14, 2015, candidates with managerial skills. young job seekers need to focus on with a total of 807 online interviews Moreover, 31 percent are ideally look- fine-tuning their communication and conducted with respondents from ing for candidates with administrative leadership skills. Entry-level candi- the UAE, KSA, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman, skills, experience in sales and market- dates can also tap into different tools Bahrain, Lebanon, Syria, Jordan, ing (27 percent) and computer skills on Bayt.com that are designed to Algeria, Egypt, Morocco, Tunisia and (25 percent). improve their skills and increase their Pakistan. LOCAL MONDAY, AUGUST 17 2015 TGI gives training workshop for people with disabilities ‘Teaching them to help themselves’

By Faten Omar and this is what I wish could be achieved through the D Partners Program,” said Bosse. KUWAIT: The Training Gate International (TGI) launched its Meanwhile, Noura Al-Othman, partner and deputy gen- D Partners Program yesterday at the JW Marriott Hotel. eral manager of TGI, explained that what’s special about During the press conference, Kefaih Al-Alban, founder of this training program is that an elite group of young peo- Training Gate International, said “We are pleased to work ple with disabilities will teach three workshops, each together in achieving our mission to integrate individuals according to his field. They are Abdulaziz Al-Mutairi, Iman with disabilities in all aspects of life and enable them to al-Khalidi and Fahd Al-Mulla. Othman likewise noted that participate as individuals in the community, so we are training membership is free and will be open to secondary launching the training project, D Partners, after a series of school students (12th grade), university students and successes and the positive results that we witnessed from recent graduates with disabilities. our training programs in the past years. “The D Partners The training program will run from August 16 to Program is funded by the Regional Office for the September 15 at the JW Marriott Hotel and will consist of Coordination of Aid in Kuwait, through local grants pro- six workshops: Volunteering and Disability Etiquette; gram to the initiative of the US Middle East Partnership Kuwaiti Law 8/2010, which details the rights of persons (MEPI). with disability; Social Inclusion; Planning for Success “We designed a series of training workshops to enable (Education to Employment); Health and Sports and the generation of young people with disabilities to be an Advocating for the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. active, empowered, productive and influential member for The Training Gate International is a non-profit organiza- themselves and their homeland. And as the case of individ- tion established in July 2009 and is the first and the only uals with disabilities ... so it is better to support them to one of its kind in Kuwait to operate as a specialized human help themselves,” said Alban. Alban explained that the resources development organization, in collaboration with training project will train and provide people with disabili- international partners, focusing on training and skills KUWAIT: Mark Bosse (left) speaks at the press conference as Noura Al-Othman (center) and Kefaih Al-Alban look on. ties with the necessary skills to serve themselves and their development for people with disabilities. —Photo by Yasser Al-Zayyat cause and help them merge with young people without disabilities.

Ongoing partnership Mark Bosse, Press Attache of the US Embassy in Kuwait said meanwhile that on behalf of the US Embassy in Kuwait and Ambassador Douglas A Silliman, they are honored to cooperate with TGI and will keep this cooperation in the future. “The D Partners Program, which achieves the goal of the ongoing partnership between the US Embassy and Training Gate International through the training of individuals with disabilities and support them and enable them to advocate for their issues, and the creation of a civic culture supporting democracy and active participation of all members of the community in social and political life values, and seals the proverb of former United States President Franklin Roosevelt, who said ‘We cannot create a future for our youth, but we can make our youth ready for the future’

‘Make Meaning Kuwait’ organizes fun activities for local press

By Ben Garcia

KUWAIT: Make Meaning Kuwait, a US-franchised kids and adults corner at the 360 Mall welcomed local press recently and treated them with loads of activities, from candle, soap and glass making to ceramics and plaster painting. The Make Meaning Kuwait located at the third level is a place for kids and adults to have fun and be creative. “This place is for everybody, not just for kids, but for adults as well who want to release stress or tensions from their busy work routine,” said Abdulsalam Kabanni, Operations Manager for Make Meaning. Make Meaning is a world-class events and family entertainment destination that is all about fun with creativity. Since the visit was all about fun and creativity, Make Meaning Kuwait provided the local press with the materials needed for their own experience. Selections of candles and ceramic paintings were opened and media representatives enjoyed every moment. “Very challenging,” said one reporter. You really have to be creative, one way or the other. I am not an artist, but I tried my very best. I love it. I love what I have created, it was fun.” Make Meaning Kuwait was the first franchise outside the United States and was launched in Kuwait last year. Make Meaning Kuwait challenges individuals to spend their valuable time in and be creative on their selected piece. At Make Meaning, guests can choose from an interactive activity wall featuring Glass Making, Candle Making, Plaster Painting, Soap Making or Ceramics Painting. Make Meaning’s flagship store in Kuwait boasts 112 seats for walk-in activities, two large private party rooms, a VIP lounge, and an in-store cafe. Other locations are planned to open soon throughout the region through Make Meaning’s franchise program. The venue provides friendly staff called associate creativity enthusiasts who are all willing to respond to customers’ need and are ready to share their secrets on how to make any one’s special creation a real masterpiece. Further, there are clowns, magicians and sometimes dancing staff for entertainment. Visit www.makemeaning.com/kuwait for more information.

Some of the staff members are seen demonstrating their expertise. MONDAY, AUGUST 17, 2015 Local

Crime In my view Report Foreign Interventions They are like Two women caught cockroaches! with drugs KUWAIT: Airport customs officers arrested two women, Indian and Ethiopian, for attempting to smuggle the banned substances, marijuana and ‘qat,’ into the country. The Ethiopian woman was carrying plastic containers, By Dr Abdullah Ahmad Aldousari which she claimed contained honey, but when the officers opened it, they discovered that it was qat.” Meanwhile, the Indian woman was caught by female inspectors with two kilograms of marijuana in a bag. Both women were sent to Drugs Control General Department (DCGD). [email protected] Residency violators Residency affairs detectives arrested 20 residency viola- he World, the Middle East and especially the Gulf region tors who work in two industrial Shuwaikh print shops. have all been infested with the most hated and feared One of those arrested is an Egyptian wanted in more Tinsect: cockroaches. You can find them in places with the than 11 cases. All were sent to concerned authorities. least resistance and the most opportunity to do harm. Whenever you spray one region to get rid of them, these pests move to another. The recent government crackdowns in Saudi Arabia, Stabbing Bahrain and Kuwait had these bugs refocus their efforts and A Lebanese man was stabbed by an Iraqi national during a move to different places. fight in Arabian Gulf Road. Police are looking for the sus- Al-Jarida Kuwait has unique social and political structures when com- pect. A case was filed for investigations. —Al-Rai pared to its neighboring countries and its democratic structure allows for people with different religious, sectarian and political views to be heard and to influence decision makers. This diversity Burgan Bank in my view makes Kuwait a honey pot for these cockroaches and a target for outside influence. announces Yawmi Nevertheless, with God’s blessing, the efforts of the brave account draw winners ‘Bedouinism’ and Democracy men of the Ministry of Interior and the Ministry of Defense (or,

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ABU DHABI: UAE Cultural and Community Development Minister Sheikh Nahyan Bin Mubarak Al Nahyan presenting a memento to Narendra Modi. Also seen are UAE Minister of state for foreign affairs and federal national council affairs Dr Anwer Garghash along with prominent NRI businessman Yusuffali MA. Indian Premier in UAE to boost bilateral ties

ABU DHABI: India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Abu Dhabi yesterday on a two-day state visit to the UAE. The Indian Prime Minister was received at the airport by Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al-Nahyan and a group of top officials. UAE Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahayn stressed that this visit has a strategic importance to boost bilateral ties in politics, economy, power and defense. Modi taking a selfie at Sheikh Zayed Mosque in Abu Dhabi with UAE Cultural He added that India and UAE enjoy a and Community Development Minister Sheikh Nahyan Bin Mubarak Al long history with more than $60 billion trade volume under its belt. Nahyan, Minister of state for foreign affairs and federal national council affairs India is considered the second Dr Anwer Garghash along with prominent NRI businessman Yusuffali MA. biggest trade partner for UAE with on the other hand, is seen as the ed by 950 flights weekly which signi- more than 45,000 successful compa- third biggest business partner for fy the strong ties between the two nies running in the gulf country. UAE, India. The two countries are connect- nations. —KUNA

Indian PM met NRI investors in Abu Dhabi

ABU DHABI: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met top rulers and authorities toward the Indian community. They NRI investors and got briefed about the various projects they also updated Modi about the challenges faced by NRIs to are investing in India. The businessmen, led by Abu Dhabi invest in India. Modi urged the NRIs to renew their efforts to Chamber Director board member, Yusuffali MA updated bring in more investments into their motherland especially in Modi about the prevailing business scenario in the UAE and the infrastructure and related fields and highlighted the role the excellent support and cooperation extended by the of ‘Made in India’ for the future generation of Indians. MONDAY, AUGUST 17, 2015

Migrants mass in Presidential front-runners descend on Iowa State Fair Turkey to take shortest route to EU Page 9 Page 10 China blast zone blocked over contamination fear More bodies found, death toll reaches 112

TIANJIN: Authorities pulled more bodies from a mas- here for three days, and we’ve not had one piece of sive blast site at China’s Tianjin port, pushing the death information,” he said. toll to 112 yesterday as teams rushed to clear dangerous chemicals and prosecutors prepared an investiga- Hazardous goods tion into those responsible for the disaster. More than Local officials have been hard-pressed to explain 700 people were injured and 95 people, including why authorities permitted hazardous goods ware- dozens of firefighters, are missing after a fire and rapid houses so close to residential complexes and critical succession of blasts late Wednesday hit a warehouse infrastructure, clearly in violation of the Chinese rule for hazardous chemicals in a mostly industrial area of that hazmat storage should be 1,000 meters (yards) Tianjin, 120 kilometers east of Beijing. away from homes and public structures. Homeowners Yesterday, authorities confirmed there were “sever- of the nearby Qihang residential compound yesterday al hundred” tons of the toxic chemical sodium cyanide unfurled banners demanding government accounta- on the site at the time of the blasts, although they said bility and proper compensations for their damaged there have not been any substantial leaks. homes. Many were wearing masks, and some had Sodium cyanide is a toxic chemical that can form a bandages, possibly over cuts. flammable gas upon contact with water, and several Many people in the area suffered injuries from hundred tons would be a clear violation of rules cited glass shattered in the huge fireballs that lit up the by state media that the warehouse could store no night sky Wednesday night. Yesterday, Shi Luze, chief more than 10 tons at a time. Tianjin officials have of staff for the People’s Liberation Army’s Beijing ordered a citywide check on any potential safety risks region, said authorities believe there were “several and violation of fire rules, mandating suspension of hundred” tons of sodium cyanide at the warehouse. operations for factories that cannot immediately com- He said that leaked chemicals were being neutralized ply with safety rules. Chinese Premier Li Keqiang was and those still in packages removed from the site. in Tianjin yesterday, visiting those injured and dis- He also said that 3,000 soldiers had been displaced by the disaster. patched to the disaster zone to clean up any leaks of hazardous materials. Authorities temporarily detected Possible offenses the highly toxic hydrogen cyanide in the air slightly The country’s top prosecuting office announced above safety levels at two locations, Tianjin environ- yesterday that it was setting up a team to investigate mental official Bao Jingling told a news conference possible offenses related to the massive blasts, includ- yesterday morning. The contamination Saturday after- ing dereliction of duty. Zhi Feng, general manager of noon, at 4 percent and 50 percent above the safety the warehouse’s operator, Ruihai International level, was no longer detectable later Saturday, Bao Logistics, has been under police watch while he said. “These levels are actually very low,” he said. Bao receives medical treatment to ensure he does not flee said the cyanide was yet to be detected in water sam- during an investigation, state media reported, without ples. Authorities were keeping residents, journalists giving further details. Zhi was hospitalized after being and other people not involved in the disaster response injured in the disaster. The death toll includes at least outside a 3-kilometer radius around the site of the 21 firefighters - making the disaster the deadliest for TIANJIN: A woman and child wearing face masks walk along a road at the edge of the blocked off zone. —AFP explosions in what media reports said was an opera- Chinese firefighters in more than six decades - and government news conference yesterday to demand properly taken into account in the way the firefighters Outside the Mayfair Hotel, where the authorities tion to clean up the sodium cyanide. The Tianjin blasts their toll could go much higher. About 1,000 firefight- information and accountability. responded. The massive explosions late Wednesday hold regular news conferences, a woman pleaded yes- are among the deadliest industrial accidents in China ers responded to the disaster, and 85 of them The public has raised concerns whether firefighters night happened about 40 minutes after reports of a terday for information on her husband. “They have in recent years. In June 2013, a fire at a poultry plant in remained unaccounted for yesterday. Angry relatives were put into harm’s way in the initial response to the fire at the warehouse and after an initial wave of fire- said nothing. We know nothing,” the woman said. the northeastern province of Jilin killed 121 people. In of the missing firefighters and local residents whose fire and whether the hazardous material - including fighters arrived and, reportedly, doused some of the “We’ve been told nothing.” Another man demanded August 2014, a dust explosion at a metal plant in the homes were destroyed by the blasts showed up at a compounds combustible on contact with water - was area with water. information from a government official. “We’ve been eastern province of Jiangsu left 97 people dead. —AP MONDAY, AUGUST 17, 2015 INTERNATIONAL

Iran submits nuclear activity information to UN watchdog

VIENNA: Iran has submitted documents linked had met a key deadline by handing over the deadline set out in the agreement,” said vided by its enemies to a gullible and biased to its past nuclear activity, the UN’s atomic papers on Saturday. “Iran... provided the IAEA Behrouz Kamalvandi, the spokesman of Iran’s IAEA, and a probe has been stalled since last watchdog has confirmed, a key condition of a with its explanation in writing and related Atomic Energy Organization. The IAEA is to year. A particular sticking point in the probe probe into suspected efforts to create nuclear documents as agreed in the roadmap for the issue a report on its investigation by had been the IAEA’s desire to inspect military arms. The International Atomic Energy Agency clarification of past and present outstanding December 15. sites where these suspicious activities may (IAEA) signed a “roadmap” with Iran in July to issues regarding Iran’s nuclear program,” the The agency has long sought to probe alle- have taken place, such as Parchin. But follow- investigate its nuclear program, as part of an agency said in a brief statement published gations that at least until 2003 Iran’s nuclear ing the deal reached in July with the so-called overall accord with major world powers. Saturday. program had “possible military dimensions”- P5+1 — Russia, France, China, Germany, The historic deal is aimed at curbing Iran’s A senior Iranian official also confirmed that that it conducted research into making a Britain and the United States-Iran granted the nuclear activity in exchange for relief on the documents had been submitted. “We have nuclear bomb. Iran has always rejected the IAEA tightly-controlled “managed access” to its painful economic sanctions. The IAEA said Iran achieved our commitments as part of the allegations as based on faulty intelligence pro- military bases. — AFP

Investigation finds Maliki responsible for Mosul fall

BAGHDAD: An Iraqi parliamentary inves- aggravating the security situation in Iraq, tigation found ex-premier Nuri Al-Maliki culminating in the jihadist rout. and other officials responsible for He also appointed commanders based jihadists overrunning second city Mosul, on personal loyalty rather than compe- in a report being sent for possible legal tence and was commander-in-chief of action, lawmakers said yesterday. While the armed forces during two years in various top commanders and political which the Iraqi military did not carry out leaders have long been blamed for the necessary training, leading to a decline in Islamic State (IS) jihadist group’s disas- skills. trous takeover of the capital of Nineveh Earlier yesterday, Prime Minister province, the investigative committee’s Haider Al-Abadi’s office announced that report is the first time they have been he had cleared the way for the military named officially. prosecution of senior commanders Committee member MP Abdulrahim responsible for a military disaster in Al-Shammari said that Maliki, who was Ramadi, a city west of Baghdad. IS seized prime minister from 2006 until last year, Ramadi in May, after government forces was among those named, as did another had held out against militants there for member who declined to be identified. more than a year. The inclusion of Maliki’s name-who is now vice president-was a source of controversy on the committee, with his Dawa party pushing for it to be left out. Various former senior officials were also named in the report detailing the committee’s findings, which has not been publicly released. An MP on the committee said these include defense minister GAZA CITY: A Palestinian youth stands behind a wall sprayed with a graffiti depicting 31-year-old Mohammed Allan, Palestinian held by Israel Saadun Al-Dulaimi, army chief of staff without trial and who has reportedly slipped into coma after a nearly two-month hunger strike. — AFP Babaker Zebari, his deputy Aboud Qanbar, ground forces commander Ali Palestinian hunger strike tests Ghaidan, Nineveh operations command chief Mahdi Al-Gharawi and the province’s governor, Atheel Al-Nujaifi. The Israel’s new force-feeding law report was presented Sunday to parlia- Former Iraqi Prime Minister ment speaker Salim Al-Juburi, who said it Nuri Al-Maliki will be sent to the prosecutor general for Doctors, rights activists strongly oppose the law legal action. “No one is above the law and the Abadi approved “decisions of the JERUSALEM: A nearly two-month hunger strike Hadas Ziv, ethics committee coordinator for would be an “end to the truce” with Israel. questioning of the people, and the judici- investigative commission on the with- by a Palestinian detainee now in coma may test Physicians for Human Rights-Israel, an activist Should Israel decide to invoke the new law, ary will punish those” responsible, Juburi drawal of the Anbar operations com- a controversial new Israeli law on force-feeding, group which opposes the force-feeding law. “It’s authorities would be required to seek a court said in a statement. IS launched a devas- mand and units attached to it from the with doctors vowing to refuse to carry it out. a test to the medical community in Israel... It’s a order. tating offensive on June 9 last year, over- city of Ramadi”, his office said in a state- Mohammed Allan, 31, slipped into coma on test to the authorities — how serious are they Beyond arguing that the patient’s life was in running Mosul the next day and then ment. Those include “referring a number Friday after ingesting only water since June 18 in going to be with this legislation?” danger, they could also present arguments that sweeping through large areas north and of the leaders to the military judiciary for protest at his detention without charge by Israeli Allan’s situation has sparked protests in sup- allowing him to die would lead to security risks, west of Baghdad. Multiple Iraqi divisions leaving their positions without orders and authorities. port of his cause and demands for his release. according to Physicians for Human Rights. A collapsed during the initial assault in the contrary to instructions (and) despite the After Allan fell into the coma, doctors began Since November he has been in what is known court order in favor of the government would north, in some cases abandoning issuance of a number of orders not to treating him with artificial breathing, fluids and as administrative detention, which allows peo- allow doctors to then proceed with force-feed- weapons and other equipment which the withdraw”, it said. vitamins to keep him alive, based on discussions ple to be held without charge for six-month ing, but the doctors could refuse to do so if jihadists then used to further their drive. Abadi previously said that forces in with him before he lost consciousness. His con- intervals that can be renewed indefinitely. Israeli they decide it is unethical. Doctors have dition has now stabilized, but his life is still in figures indicate that of the nearly 5,700 lamented that they have been caught up in a Ramadi “had to resist and if they had danger, according to the head of the hospital Palestinian prisoners currently held by Israel, political debate, and the Israeli Medical Possible Ramadi prosecutions resisted, we would not have lost Ramadi”. where he is being treated. some 379 are under administrative detention. Association is challenging the force-feeding Maliki is widely viewed as having exac- And a senior British military officer in a If and when he regains consciousness-and if The militant Islamic Jihad movement law in court. erbated sectarian tensions between the US-led anti-jihadist coalition, Brigadier he continues to refuse to eat-Israel’s government describes Allan as a member and Israel has used “We can solve medical problems. We can’t country’s Shiite majority and its Sunni Christopher Ghika, said the city “was lost must decide whether it will invoke a law passed administrative detention to hold Palestinians solve any political or security or policemen’s Arab minority. Widespread discontent because the Iraqi commander in Ramadi in July allowing the force-feeding of prisoners they deem to be security risks while not work,” said Tami Karni, chair of the medical among Sunni Arabs, who say they were elected to withdraw”. “In other words, if when their lives are endangered. It was not clear divulging what authorities view as sensitive association’s ethics bureau. Israel’s parliament marginalised and targeted by Maliki’s he had elected to stay, he would still be how such force-feeding would take place. intelligence. Many Palestinian prisoners have approved the law two weeks after authorities government, played a major role in there today,” Ghika said. —AFP Doctors and rights activists strongly oppose the gone on hunger strike to protest, including freed Islamic Jihad member Khader Adnan fol- law, including those who say force-feeding those on administrative detention. However, no lowing a 56-day hunger strike that brought him amounts to torture and robs Palestinians of a hunger striker has died since the 1980s. near death. legitimate form of protest. The law has provoked Hundreds of people rallied on Saturday night in Internal Security Minister Gilad Erdan, who intense debate, particularly with doctors saying Gaza, while yesterday several dozen people championed the legislation, said it was neces- they will decline to carry out force-feeding since entered the Red Cross headquarters in East sary since “hunger strikes of terrorists in prisons the new legislation gives them the choice of Jerusalem with photos of Allan. have become a means to threaten Israel”. Rights whether or not to do so. group Addameer, which defends Palestinian ‘End to the truce’ prisoners, said force-feeding a detainee was ‘It’s a test’ Islamic Jihad has called for a general mobi- “immoral” and “harms his dignity and puts his “I think it’s a test to many institutions,” said lization and warned from Gaza that his death life in danger”. — AFP One soldier, three rebels killed in Turkey unrest

ISTANBUL: One Turkish soldier and erupted in the early hours of yesterday one of them later succumbed to his jihadists in Syria and PKK militants in three suspected members of the out- near Kagizman town in eastern Kars injuries in hospital, Anatolia said, northern Iraq and the southeast of lawed Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK) province during a security sweep of the adding that the security forces had shot Turkey following a wave of attacks. But, were killed in eastern Turkey in new vio- area, the official Anatolia news agency dead three PKK militants. Ankara is cur- so far, air strikes have overwhelmingly lence blamed on the Kurdish rebels, the reported. rently waging a two-pronged “anti-ter- concentrated on the separatist Kurdish BAGHDAD: People gather at the scene of a deadly car bomb in the Habibiya neigh- state media said yesterday. Fighting Two soldiers were wounded and ror” offensive against Islamic State (IS) rebels, who have responded by tearing borhood of Sadr City. — AP up a 2013 ceasefire and waging a bloody campaign against the security forces. More than 40 members of the Bombs around Turkish security forces have been killed in violence linked to the PKK since the crisis began on July 20 when a suicide bombing blamed on IS left scores of Baghdad kill 22 pro-Kurdish activists dead in the town of Suruc. Since Friday alone, at least eight members of the Turkish security BAGHDAD: A car bomb at a popular auto Elsewhere in and around the capital, a forces have been killed in attacks dealership Saturday killed 13 people and series of bombings killed at least nine people blamed on PKK militants in the coun- injured 52 in eastern Baghdad’s volatile Sadr and wounded 33. The largest took place in try’s Kurdish-majority east and south- City neighborhood, where a market bombing the town of Madain, just south of Baghdad, east regions. two days earlier killed dozens, police said. when a bomb tore through a popular market Meanwhile an open-ended curfew The Habibiya car dealership, widely- killing three people and wounding 10, police has been declared in the Varto district known for buying and selling used vehicles, said. In the town of Taji, north of Baghdad, a of eastern Mus province following has been targeted multiple times in the past. bomb hit a row of auto repair shops, killing heavy clashes between the Turkish The Islamic State group claimed responsibility two people and injuring eight. In Baghdad’s army and PKK militants, Anatolia said. for the bombing in a communiquè distrib- Al-Askan district, an improvised explosive The clashes erupted overnight after uted via affiliated Twitter accounts, saying the device detonated on a busy commercial the PKK youth wing demolished a vehicle targeted a large gathering of the Iraqi street, killing at least two people and wound- bridge with bulldozers they had army, federal police and government-backed ing eight. And in Baghdad’s southeastern sub- seized, according to Anatolia. The Popular Mobilization Forces. A massive explo- urb of Jisr Diyala, police said two were killed PKK, designated as a terrorist organization by Turkey, the EU and the sion in a Sadr City market on Thursday killed and seven wounded when a bomb exploded United States, took up arms for self- at least 67 people and wounded more than on a commercial street. Hospital officials cor- 100. The bombing, claimed by the Islamic roborated the casualties. Officials spoke on ISTANBUL: A left-wing protester runs to avoid water from a Turkish police water canon, after he threw a rule in the southeast in 1984, and the conflict has since claimed tens of State group, was one of the worst single-day condition of anonymity because they were petrol bomb at it, during minor clashes between police and people protesting Turkey’s operations against attacks in Baghdad in a decade. not authorized to talk to reporters. — AP Kurdish militants. — AP thousands of lives. — AFP INTERNATIONAL MONDAY, AUGUST 17, 2015 Bush super PAC spending $10m on television time

DES MOINES, Iowa: The powerfully Bush and longtime advisers including rivals once the first contests draw near. ey for the group or advising how to met its ambitious goal of raising more funded super PAC backing Republican California ad maker Mike Murphy, to run The group has already aired one online spend it. However, Bush worked with than $100 million, taking full advantage Jeb Bush will spend at least $10 million alongside Bush’s own campaign organi- ad that points to Bush’s release of Murphy and senior campaign aides of the nation’s evolving campaign on television time in the earliest voting zation, which is bound by federal decades of tax returns and publication Sally Bradshaw and David Kochel on a finance laws to collect $103 million over presidential primary states, the first salvo fundraising limits. of thousands of emails sent during his long-term strategy where the super PAC the first six months of 2015. In June, the in a massive TV ad campaign to support “We believe Jeb Bush has the time as governor, to draw comparisons would complement the campaign, group had a balance of $98 million. No the former Florida governor’s bid for the strongest record of conservative accom- with Democratic front-runner Hillary which is bound by fundraising restric- candidate for president has benefited Republican nomination. plishments in the race, and we plan to Rodham Clinton, who recently released tions the super PACs are not. from so much money so early in a cam- Officials with Right to Rise USA say tell that story,” Paul Lindsay, communica- her private email server under pressure. The idea of a parallel outside group - paign. Aides to the super PAC noted they will buy time in Iowa, New tion director for Right to Rise USA, told To date, the group, based in south- it can raise unlimited sums from indi- that some similar groups - supporting Hampshire and South Carolina TV mar- the AP. The first ads will be positive spots ern California, has spent roughly viduals, corporations and groups - is other candidates - have purchased kets and on cable television in the three promoting Bush in a field that includes $200,000 on online advertising. The not new. Mitt Romney, the 2012 GOP advertising time in early states. states. Ads are scheduled to begin in 16 other major GOP candidates. They new expenditure, which Lindsay nominee, attempted it later in his cam- Some have also aired shorter-term Iowa and New Hampshire on Sept 15, in will resemble videos on the group’s web- described as an “eight-figure” buy, is sig- paign. And other GOP candidates for spots aimed at bumping up a candi- South Carolina a week later and then run site, promoting Bush and his accom- nificant because it’s the first big the 2016 GOP nomination have formed date’s national poll numbers to help continuously through the end of the plishments as Florida governor from expense for the group that Bush helped super PACs and have begun buying them gain entry into debates that year. 1999 to 2007. One such recent piece was raise more than $103 million to finance, advertising time in early states. require top-10 standing. Right to Rise The plan, shared by the group with taken from clips of Bush from the Aug. 6 and which is expected to perform other However, none has combined the plan- USA aides said their strategy is long- The Associated Press prior to Monday’s Republican debate in Cleveland, Lindsay campaign functions in support of the ning strategy with the sums of money term, aimed at building sustained name buy, is the first evidence of Right to Rise said. former governor. Bush’s super PAC has been able to raise, identification and support heading into USA’s major strategic spending of the Under Federal Election Commission making it a pioneering effort in the the Iowa caucuses, which begin the roughly $100 million it had on hand last Criticizing rivals rules, Bush, having declared his candi- super PAC era of presidential campaign- 2016 voting on Feb 1, followed by the month. It’s also the first major move by That does not mean the group’s ads dacy on June 15, is now forbidden as a ing. New Hampshire and South Carolina pri- the group, which was developed by won’t turn to criticizing Republican candidate from directly soliciting mon- In June, the group announced it had maries. — AP

Obama can do Iran nuke deal even if congress disapproves

WASHINGTON: The September vote on the 45 Democrats have expressed support and Iran nuclear deal is billed as a titanic stand- 10 their opposition. off between President Barack Obama and Congress. Yet even if US lawmakers reject What can Obama do? the agreement, it’s not game-over for the The president could suspend some US White House. A congressional vote of disap- sanctions. He could issue new orders to per- proval would not prevent Obama from act- mit financial transactions that otherwise are ing on his own to start putting the accord in banned now. On the financial sector, place. While he probably would take some Obama could use executive orders to heavy criticism, this course would let him remove certain Iranians and entities, includ- add the foreign policy breakthrough to his ing nearly two dozen Iranian banks, from US second-term list of accomplishments. lists, meaning they no longer would be sub- Obama doesn’t need a congressional OK ject to economic penalties. to give Iran most of the billions of dollars in Only Congress can terminate legislative relief from economic sanctions that it would sanctions, and they’re some of the tough- get under the agreement, as long as Tehran est, aimed at Iran’s energy sector, its central honors its commitments to curb its nuclear bank and essential parts of its economy. program. Still, experts say Obama can neutralize “A resolution to disapprove the Iran some of those sanctions and work with the agreement may have substantial political Europeans on softening others. reverberations, but limited practical impact,” says Robert Satloff of the Washington What are the questions Institute for Near East Policy. “It would not being discussed in congress? override President Obama’s authority to The September votes won’t be the final enter into the agreement.” Lawmakers are word. One looming question is whether deciding how to vote. A look at the current Congress should try to reauthorize the Iran IOWA: Democratic presidential candidate Sen Bernie Sanders, I-Vt, speaks at the Iowa at the Iowa State Fair. — AP state of play: Sanctions Act, which authorizes many of the congressional sanctions. Sen. Bob What will happen in September? Menendez, a New Jersey Democrat, and Presidential front-runners With Republicans controlling both Sen. Mark Kirk, a Republican from Illinois, chambers of Congress, the House and have introduced legislation to renew it. Iran Senate are expected to turn down the deal. could interpret a US move to reauthorize Obama has pledged to veto such a resolu- the law as a breach of the nuclear agree- descend on Iowa State Fair tion of disapproval, so the question has ment. Administration officials won’t say turned to whether Congress could muster whether it is or isn’t, only that it’s premature the votes to override him. And Obama to address it. Should Congress push for a Clinton, Trump and others look to make their mark would forfeit the authority he now enjoys different deal? The administration says to waive sanctions that Congress has renegotiating the agreement is a non- DES MOINES: Democratic presidential candi- athletic fields about a mile (1.6 kilometers) away. pitched his policies to counter economic imposed. starter. Energy Secretary Ernest Moniz told date Hillary Rodham Clinton walked among the He offered rides on the chopper to children inequality from The Des Moines Register’s “soap- But Democrats and Republicans have members of Jewish Federations that trying booths selling funnel cakes and corn dogs at the before he came onto the grounds. Almost imme- box,” while former Pennsylvania Sen. Rick predicted that his expected veto will be sus- to renegotiate the deal was “about the riski- Iowa State Fair, trailed by a massive pack of diately Trump was crushed by massive crowds Santorum, who narrowly won the Iowa caucuses tained - that opponents lack the votes to est strategy” he could imagine. “I just don’t media and onlookers. Republican Donald seeking photos, handshakes and yelling encour- in 2012, donned a red embroidered apron to flip one-up Obama. More than half of the think that’s a credible Plan B,” he said. Trump’s helicopter circled the fairgrounds in the agement. The pandemonium followed him pork burgers over sizzling grills. Senate Democrats and Independents of the Schumer and other opponents think the air above. around for roughly an hour before he hopped The state fair typically draws around 90,000 34 needed to sustain a veto are backing the Obama administration should go back to That’s as close as Clinton and Trump’s massive on a golf cart and was driven away. “This is people daily during its 11-day run every sum- deal. There is one notable defection so far - the bargaining table. In the past, Congress entourages came Saturday at the state fair, a rite beyond what I expected. This is amazing,” Trump mer, giving presidential candidates the perfect New York’s Chuck Schumer, the No. 3 has rejected outright or demanded changes of passage for any presidential candidate in the said. “It’s been a day of love.” opportunity to meet potential supporters for Democrat in the Senate and the party to more than 200 treaties and international Midwestern state whose caucuses next February Iowa’s caucuses which play a pivotal role in win- leader-in-waiting. In the House, more than agreements. — AP lead off the 2016 state-by-state nominating con- The ‘soapbox’ nowing the presidential field. In the Agriculture tests. The respective party front-runners each Both Trump and Clinton avoided getting up Building, the former secretary of state walked drew large crowds of gawkers as Clinton sam- on The Des Moines Register’s “soapbox,” a place past plates of carrots, beets and large cabbages pled a pork chop on a stick and Trump gave where candidates can deliver remarks and take and peered at a pair of the fair’s famous butter rides to children on his helicopter emblazoned questions from fairgoers. A candidate can be statues - a cow and a tribute to the board game with his famous last name. cheered or jeered, depending on the mood of Monopoly. “Nice to be here!” Clinton said as she started the crowd and whether supporters or oppo- Trump took questions from reporters before an hour-long stroll across the fairgrounds. nents are on hand. In 2011 Republican candidate he came to the fairgrounds and aimed barbs at Former Iowa Sen. Tom Harkin, who endorsed her Mitt Romney declared from the soapbox that fellow candidates while touting his place atop this week, accompanied her. Everywhere Clinton “corporations are people, my friend,” a line that the Republican polls. He said he was rejecting walked, large crowds followed her to get a pho- dogged the former private equity executive dur- campaign contributions from wealthy donors tograph, a handshake or a quick hello. Trump, ing his 2012 campaign as the Republican nomi- and was prepared to spend up to $1 billion on who despite making waves this summer amid a nee. The front-runners weren’t the only ones his campaign. Trump has been criticized for not crowded Republican field is still considered a seeking Iowans’ support. Vermont Sen. Bernie detailing his policy positions, but on Saturday he longshot for the Republican nomination, later Sanders, who has become Clinton’s chief rival said he would soon release a policy paper on made a grand entrance, landing his helicopter in and has drawn tens of thousands to his rallies, immigration. —AP Guardian Angels resume Central Park rounds NEW YORK: The squad in stop-sign-red jackets A quarter-century after the “Central Park jog- and shining high-powered lights maintain a visi- and berets strode through Central Park, on ger” rape case made the park a symbol of urban ble presence in the park at night. But Sliwa says guard for signs of crime. It was a familiar sight a danger, officials boasted in recent years that the officers don’t penetrate into the secluded spots generation ago, when New York was plagued by 842-acre expanse was one of the safest urban where criminals could lurk, an argument he lawlessness that police have worked for years to parks of its size worldwide. Despite this year’s underscored as the Guardian Angels passed an WASHINGTON: In this Aug 6, 2015 file photo, President Barack Obama speaks in the dispel. Yet Guardian Angels volunteers made a increase - largely a result of robberies going unilluminated NYPD light stanchion on a foot South Court Auditorium in the Eisenhower Executive Office Building on the White pointed return this month to Central Park for the from 11 at this point last year to 22 so far in 2015 trail. Police later said the light is fully operational. House complex. — AP first time in over two decades, citing a 26 per- - overall crime in the iconic park is down more cent rise in crime there so far this year. than 80 percent compared with two decades Deterring crime “We realize things are much better than they ago, the New York Police Department said. Even Guardian Angels feel much of their function were” in the crime peak of the 1980s and early with the recent spike, crime is lower than just is deterring crime, but if they see it, they’re ready Longtime civil rights ‘90s, founder Curtis Sliwa says, but “we want it to two years ago, NYPD statistics show. to make citizens’ arrests, call police and defuse stay that way.” City officials stress that crime is Mayor Bill de Blasio says the park remains potential problems. This week, they prompted activist Bond dead at 75 down citywide, and the park is far safer than it “absolutely safe” and suggests police need no some young men to move on amid reports that once was. Still, the renewed patrols by the help from the Guardian Angels. “The NYPD is the the youths had been throwing rocks at people in FORT WALTON BEACH: Julian Bond, a civil Americans, but for every group, indeed Guardian Angels - known for both crime-fight- best-qualified force to handle the situation,” he the park and broke up a shoving match between rights activist and longtime board chair- every person subject to oppression and ing and controversy over their 35 years - are said this week. Police circulating in patrol cars two other men, Sliwa said.— AP man of the NAACP, died Saturday night, discrimination, because he recognized the bright-red signals of unease about whether New according to the Southern Poverty Law common humanity in us all.” Bond also York, touted for years as the nation’s safest big Center. He was 75. Bond died in Fort served in the Georgia state legislature and city, is slipping. Walton Beach, Florida after a brief illness, was a professor at American University and Sliwa and eight other Guardian Angels, rang- the SPLC said in a statement released yes- the University of Virginia. ing from graying longtimers to a 20-year-old terday morning. “Very few throughout human history woman, trooped along roadways, paths and The Nashville, Tenn native was consid- have embodied the ideals of honor, digni- rocky, dark trails for hours one night this week, ered a symbol and icon of the 1960s civil ty, courage and friendship like Dr Julian shining flashlights into thickets, asking people rights movement. As a Morehouse College Bond,” said Chad Griffin, president of the whether they’d had any trouble and eyeballing a student, Bond helped found the Student Human Rights Campaign. “Quite simply, quartet of teenagers who quickly took off on Non-Violent Coordinating Committee and this nation and this world are far better bicycles. Onlookers’ reactions ranged from as its communications director, he was on because of his life and commitment to thumbs up to raised eyebrows. “Time warp!” one the front lines of protests that led to the justice and equality for all people. Future passing jogger exclaimed. “I didn’t even know nation’s landmark civil rights laws. Bond generations will look back on the life and they were still in business,” Harlem resident later served as board chairman of the legacy of Julian Bond and see a warrior of Christine Adebiyi said, but “it’s great to see them 500,000-member NAACP for 10 years but good who helped conquer hate in the here.” declined to run again for another one-year name of love. I will greatly miss my friend term in 2010. and my hero, Dr Julian Bond.” Bond is sur- ‘Serious problem’ The SPLC said Bond was a “visionary” vived by his wife, Pamela Horowitz, a for- After years of celebrating crime drops, the and “tireless champion” for civil and human mer SPLC staff attorney; his five children, nation’s biggest city has seen killings rise by 9 rights. “With Julian’s passing, the country Phyllis Jane Bond-McMillan, Horace Mann percent so far this year, though serious crime has lost one of its most passionate and elo- Bond II, Michael Julian Bond, Jeffrey Alvin overall is down 5 percent. Forty-six percent of quent voices for the cause of justice,” SPLC Bond, and Julia Louise Bond; his brother, city voters in a recent Quinnipiac University poll co-founder Morris Dees said in a state- James Bond; and his sister, Jane Bond said crime was a “very serious” problem, a record NEW YORK: In this June 11, 1996 file photo, Guardian Angels from Tokyo place flowers at the ment. “He advocated not just for African Moore. —AP going back at least to 1999. site of a sexual assault of a woman the previous week in New York’s Central Park. — AP MONDAY, AUGUST 17, 2015 INTERNATIONAL South Sudan president to attend peace talks

JUBA: South Sudanese President Salva Kiir will el later yesterday. South Sudan’s government and when Kiir accused his former deputy Riek Machar of the “troika” of Britain, Norway and the United States. attend peace talks aimed at brokering an end to civil rebels are under intense diplomatic pressure to sign a planning a coup, setting off a cycle of retaliatory Yesterday, Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni, war, reversing an earlier decision as international deal by August 17 to end a 20-month civil war in killings that has split the poverty-stricken, landlocked who has sent troops into South Sudan to back Kiir, threats of possible sanctions mount, the government which tens of thousands of people have been killed. country along ethnic lines. Tomorrow, rebel generals held talks with Ethiopian Prime Minister said yesterday. However, Cabinet Minister Elia Kiir previously said he would send his deputy after said they had split from Machar. Hailemariam Desalegn and Sudanese President Lomuro said that while Kiir would attend the talks in complaining it was not possible to strike an effective “Riek Machar has already been ousted and dis- Omar al-Bashir. Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta is neighboring Ethiopia, it would not be possible to deal because rebel forces have split. But yesterday he owned by his own army and politicians,” Lomuro also in Addis Ababa. Diplomats have warned any sign a full peace deal until all rebel factions could join decided to go himself after consultations with added. “If we are to sign peace then we have to sign a failure to sign a peace deal could trigger “serious the agreement. regional leaders, who have already arrived in Addis peace with all the factions and all the groups that are consequences” for the rival leaders, but Lomuro “He is to go and explain to his colleagues the chal- Ababa for the summit meeting on Monday. “There is fighting.” The latest round of talks opened on August said such threats were not helpful. “We are not lenges that are now confronting the signing of the hope, as long as all of us want peace,” Lomuro said, 6, mediated by the regional eight-nation bloc IGAD, afraid of sanctions, this country belongs to us, the proposed signing of the compromise peace agree- after reporters asked if a deal would be signed today. the Intergovernmental Authority on Development, as peace that we are talking belongs to us not to ment,” Lomuro told reporters, adding Kiir would trav- South Sudan’s civil war began in December 2013 well as the United Nations, African Union, China and them,” Lomuro said. — AFP

Angola regime rules in brutal apartheid style, says activist

JOHANNESBURG: From beating women to briefly detained at the event and had his unleashing dogs on protesters, Angola’s gov- camera confiscated by police. “As these ernment runs the oil-rich nation with an women were being beaten by the police, apartheid-style iron fist, says maverick some fell, and the police would unleash the activist Rafael Marques de Morais. “Some of dogs on them.” The Oxford-educated activist the methods the Angolan regime uses are said Dos Santos’ regime had reached “a new reminiscent of what the apartheid regime low” in trying to suppress freedom of used here in South Africa against the majori- speech. “Even within the regime, beating up ty of the people,” Marques told AFP in an mothers was inconceivable,” he said, adding: interview in Johannesburg. “It’s reminiscent “The ruling elite hates its own people.” of the old tactics the fascist Portuguese colonial regime used against the former colonial Angola at ‘crossroads’ subjects,” added the outspoken 43-year-old, After emerging from a brutal 27-year civil who was a guest speaker at the South war in 2002, Angola’s huge oil supplies have African launch of a new book on Angola. fuelled a staggering ten-fold growth in the Marques, Angola’s most prominent economy in the past decade. But the recent human rights activist and journalist, was slump in global oil prices has spelt disaster convicted earlier this year of defaming mili- for the country, which faces elections in two tary generals in a book about violence in the years. country’s diamond mining industry. “In 2017, if the oil prices remain down, International rights groups say activists and this regime will face the greatest challenge journalists are increasingly being targeted by of its life in power, because the discontent the regime of President Jose Eduardo dos will only grow,” Marques said. “And as the Santos, who has been in power since 1979. regime also seeks to repress more to main- Fifty groups including Human Rights Watch tain its grip on power, that, in the end, will and Amnesty International wrote to the backfire,” he predicted. president in May decrying the charges Angola’s huge oil revenues have failed to against Marques, who was handed a six- trickle down to most of its 24.3 million citi- month suspended jail term. zens-half of whom live on less than $2 a day- BODRUM: An African migrant tries to come back the shore after failing to board a boat to the Greek Island of Kos. — AP “This case reflects a broader deterioration while turning a select few in the political in the environment for freedom of expres- elite into billionaires. And Marques believes sion in Angola, including the increasing use that the government’s increasingly repres- Migrants mass in turkey to of criminal defamation lawsuits against jour- sive approach is a response to Angola’s nalists and routine police abuse” of protest- changing economic fortunes. ers, they wrote. Last week, Marques said “We are now at a crossroads whereby police violently suppressed a protest there is a serious economic crisis,” he said. take shortest route to EU demanding the release of 15 opposition “Now the government is trying to mitigate activists who were arrested in June and the economic crisis by increasing repression, charged with planning to attack and oust because for many years what worked in Fleeing conflicts, seeking a better life in Europe Dos Santos. Angola was a policy of carrot-and-stick ... but The protesters, numbering around 50, nowadays what government has been left BODRUM: Suddenly, almost silently, a group of plastic boats meant for a maximum of four, pow- oil tankers, tourist pleasure cruisers and coast were “mostly mothers and relatives of these with is the stick. So we are seeing an increase young men carrying a small plastic dinghy emerges ered by tiny electric outboard motors and plastic guards. Kenan Karsanbar, sitting on the shaded political prisoners,” said Marques, who was in political violence.” — AFP from the darkness, dashes across a road and a dirty paddles. Mohammad Ali, a 36-year-old Syrian law deck of a yacht moored in Bodrum’s harbor, looked strip of sand and plunges into the crystal-clear graduate who was a merchant in the town of Idlib out over small knots of migrants who were also try- waters of the Aegean Sea. With the lights of the before fleeing, is waiting in the park with his wife, ing to escape the searing heat of the midday sun in Burundi crisis poses ‘catastrophic’ Greek island of Kos twinkling through the darkness two young sons and other family members for a the shadows of eucalyptus trees. He said he feared - beacons of hope for a new and better life - another second attempt to flee to Europe. for their safety making the crossing. “I’m sure many consequences for African region group of migrants has set off to make a risky - but of them have never even seen the sea,” he said. “It is less risky than most - sea crossing and apply for asy- Tiny dinghies dangerous even for four people (in such a small ADDIS ABABA: The African Union warned fears that the tiny country in east-central lum in Europe. The city of Bodrum, a magnet for They abandoned their first crossing after a boat) - for 15 people, it is 100 percent dangerous.” yesterday of potential “catastrophic conse- Africa could be plunged back into civil war, wealthy tourists from Turkey and around the world, smuggler who promised a boat with eight people A children’s playground a couple of blocks away quences” for troubled Burundi and the with many fearful of pro-government is these days drawing plenty of other visitors- on board instead tried to cram in 16. “It was about from busy tourist shopping streets has become a wider region if rivals do not resolve politi- reprisals after Nshimirimana’s death. migrants fleeing conflicts in the Middle East and to sink. I was afraid of drowning so I decided to turn makeshift staging post for migrants waiting to be cal differences peacefully. One day after Bikomagu was a major figure in the army Africa and seeking a better life in Europe, a conti- back,” he said. While tourists eat and drink at smuggled. There, in temperatures hovering around the former head of Burundi’s army during during the civil war which raged between 35 degrees Celsius (95F), they lie on dirty mattress- its 13-year civil war was assassinated, fur- 1993 and 2006 and left at least 300,000 es, rugs or flattened cardboard boxes spread out on ther fuelling fears of a new conflict, AU people dead. a baking hot ground littered with cigarette butts Commission chief Nkosazana Dlamini- and the husks of sunflower seeds. Zuma called for “utmost restraint” by all Gunfire at night Nearby, a small store that sells tourist trinkets sides. Dlamini-Zuma called for the “need for and cigarettes now has a new line of products - red “This despicable act and multiple other dialogue and consensus to find a peaceful and orange life preservers bought by migrants - acts of violence recorded in recent months, and lasting solution to the current crisis”, those who can afford them - to wear on their cross- illustrates yet again the gravity of the situ- and said the AU continued to back media- ings. “This is the new reality,” says a store worker ation in Burundi - and the real risk of see- tion efforts led by Ugandan President who refused to give his name. Many of the migrants ing a further deterioration with catastroph- Yoweri Museveni. Many people are worried seen setting off for Greece by an Associated Press ic consequences both for the country itself, at rising tensions in the capital Bujumbura, team watching dead-of-night departures used a and for the whole region,” Dlamini-Zuma where gunfire is regularly heard at night. type of boat that can be ordered online for around said in a statement. Nkurunziza, a 51-year-old former sports 100 euros. Violence erupted in Burundi in April, teacher and born-again Christian, was a The small electric motors cost more, but with when President Pierre Nkurunziza Hutu rebel leader during the civil war. That smugglers charging around $1,200 per passenger - launched his now successful but contro- war pitted rebels from the majority Hutu according to migrants - it is a lucrative illicit trade. versial bid for a third term in power, people against an army dominated by the Smugglers seen organizing the departures from despite weeks of protests and a failed coup minority Tutsi. The opposition, the United Fenerburnu beach refused to speak to reporters against him. Colonel Jean Bikomagu, a key States and much of the international com- about their trade. A Turkish government official said figure in the former Tutsi-dominated army, munity claimed a third term violated the that the human smugglers have turned to the was gunned down on Saturday in his car Arusha accords that had brought the civil Aegean in the past year using inflatable boats he by unidentified assailants in the capital war to an end. But after months of blood- called Zodiacs, after patrols increased on popular Bujumbura. shed Nkurunziza was reelected in July after migrant routes across the Mediterranean. The murder comes less than two weeks a delayed vote which was boycotted by “The Aegean is a lot easier. All they need is a after the assassination of top general the opposition and condemned interna- Zodiac boat and they are on an island in half an Adolphe Nshimirimana-widely seen as the tionally as being neither free nor fair. hour,” the official said on condition of anonymity in country’s de-facto internal security chief-in The army has been hugely divided by line with government rules that bar civil servants a rocket attack. The day after the general’s the crisis, with the leaders of the July coup LESBOS: Syrian refugee families arrive along a beach on the Greek island after crossing part from speaking to journalists without prior authori- killing civil rights activist Pierre-Claver having gone into hiding. Top international of the Aegean sea from Turkey to Greece in a dinghy. — AFP zation. That quick crossing is easier and safer than Mbonimpa, who had repeatedly accused envoys from the United Nations, AU, longer crossings organized from North African Nshimirimana of ordering the deaths of European Union, Belgium and United nations like Libya to Italy. government opponents, was himself States this week called on all sides to nent so close they can almost reach out and touch Bodrum’s upscale waterfront restaurants, migrants Underscoring the risks, at least 40 migrants died wounded in an assassination attempt. “recommit to a transparent, inclusive, and it from the Bodrum peninsula’s many beaches. At its carrying their meager belongings in backpacks sit Saturday in the hold of an overcrowded smuggling The escalation of violence has spawned comprehensive political dialogue”. — AFP closest point, Kos is only 4 kilometers from Turkey. across the street under palm and eucalyptus trees boat in the Mediterranean Sea north of Libya, Migrants, mostly from Syria, but also from close to huge yachts moored in Bodrum’s harbor. apparently killed by fuel fumes. Some 320 others Afghanistan, Iran and African nations often try to There they wait to be taken to a remote beach aboard were saved by the Italian navy, the rescue cross from the secluded beaches of Bodrum penin- before they are packed into tiny dinghies for the ship’s commander said. The deaths are not deter- sula in groups upward of eight people in inflatable short crossing across a waterway also plied by giant ring migrants, many of whom have likely seen plenty of fatalities in conflicts in nations like Syria and French police wounded Afghanistan. Financially struggling The number of people trying to reach Europe by by gunshots near Paris sea is on track to hit a record this year, according to the Geneva-based International Organization for PARIS: A French policeman was slightly northeast of Paris that included a min- Migration. Financially struggling Greece has report- wounded by a gunshot on Sunday as he istry garage where police cars are ed 134,988 arrivals from Turkey this year, it said, while Italy recorded 93,540 newcomers through tried to apprehend two men who had parked. July. Along with migrants landing in Spain and broken into an Interior Ministry build- His gun was stolen from him, the Malta, 237,000 people have made the crossing so ing just outside Paris, a ministry spokesman said. “There was a gunshot, far this year, the agency says, compared to 219,000 spokesman said. The circumstance is the officer was slightly injured, he is for all of 2014. It also estimated at least 2,300 peo- not clear yet but the most likely hospitalized,” he said. It was not yet ple have died this year trying to cross to Europe. hypothesis is a burglary, spokesman clear why or how the two men had bro- It is unclear how many people may have died Pierre-Henry Brandet said. ken into the building or if they were between Bodrum and Kos. On three nights of Security has been tight in Paris since specifically targeting police cars, he watching migrants set off from Fenerburnu beach, 17 people were killed in January by said. There is also a police practice an Associated Press team saw overcrowded Islamist gunmen in attacks on the shooting stand on the premises, with a dinghies begin to take on water and sink, but they Charlie Hebdo newspaper and a Jewish small gun room. The Defense Ministry were close enough to the shore for migrants to leap shop. The policeman came upon the announced last month plans to rein- out and wade to safety. In the early hours yesterday, one woman abandoned a dinghy and ran to the two men early in the morning as he was force security at its military facilities BUJUMBURA: Burundian servicemen inspect the driveway gate of ex-head of shore, where she cried out to others on board: Burundi’s army during its civil war Colonel Jean Bikomagu, a key figure in the former checking on the building in Pantin, after a theft of explosives. — Reuters “Guys, you are risking your life. This boat is filled by Tutsi-dominated army, who was shot dead in his car by unidentified assailants as he water please come back!” — AP was about to enter his home. — AFP

MONDAY, AUGUST 17, 2015 INTERNATIONAL Pakistan spy master tied to militants, dies at 78

ISLAMABAD: Hamid Gul, who led and respected.” Gul died late Saturday and included a young Saudi named urehead Mullah Mohammad Omar. The tants teamed up with the ISI to kill Afghan Pakistan’s powerful Inter-Services night at the hill resort of Murree near the Osama bin Laden. The government of US declared Hekmatyar a “global terrorist” and NATO forces with poisoned alcohol Intelligence spy agency as it funneled US capital, Islamabad, his daughter, Uzma Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto forced him in 2003 because of alleged links to Al- bought in Pakistan. and Saudi cash and weapons to Afghan Gul, told The Associated Press on out in 1989. Qaeda and froze all assets he may have But Gul’s anti-Americanism was by jihadis fighting against the Soviets and Sunday. She said Gul suffered a brain Gul years later acknowledged creat- had in the United States. then a well-known fact in Pakistani public later publicly supported Islamic mili- hemorrhage. ing an alliance of Islamist political parties life. At one point in 2003, Gul boasted that tants, died late Saturday of a brain hem- Born Nov 20, 1936, near Sargodha in to challenge Bhutto in the 1988 elections Cheering the Taleban Pakistani officials would “turn a blind eye” orrhage. He was 78. eastern Pakistan, Gul served in the army that brought her to power. Yet Gul’s After the Sept 11 attacks, Gul became to any Taleban or Al-Qaeda fighters who Gul’s tenure at the ISI and his outspo- and fought in two wars against India. He influence persisted for years to come as an outspoken opponent to the US while escaped Afghanistan. “The intelligence ken backing of Al-Qaeda leader Osama always would view India with suspicion the ISI remains one of the most powerful cheering the Taleban in public and media and security agencies are a part of the bin Laden and other extremists showed for the rest of his life, constantly warning institutions in Pakistan. Though appearances. There were allegations, ethos of the country and the national the murky loyalties at play years later it and others wanted to seize Pakistan’s unnamed in the Sept 11 commission however, Gul had a more hands-on ethos today is a hatred of America,” he when the US and Pakistan formed an own nuclear arsenal. Many believe he report, US officials at the time said they approach, like in US intelligence reports said. But by the time US Special Forces unlikely alliance following the Sept. 11, helped shape Pakistan’s policy of funding suspected Gul tipped bin Laden off to a later released by WikiLeaks that alleged killed bin Laden in Abbottabad in 2011, 2001, terror attacks. But others viewed Islamic militant groups to attack India’s failed 1998 cruise missile attack target- he dispatched three men in December Gul helped spread a rumor that US forces Gul as an increasingly out-of-touch brag- interests in the disputed Kashmir region. ing him in Afghanistan following the Al- 2006 to carry out attacks in Afghanistan’s actually killed the Al-Qaeda leader in gart later in life, as he appeared on Qaeda attacks on embassies in Kenya capital. Afghanistan and brought his body to countless Pakistani television programs Real power and Tanzania that killed 224 people. They “Reportedly Gul’s final comment to the Pakistan to humiliate the country. warning of dark conspiracies and Gul came into real power when he said he contacted Taleban leaders and three individuals was to make the snow “My feeling is that it was all a hoax, a demanding his country militarily con- became the chief of the ISI in 1987. By assured them that he would provide warm in Kabul, basically telling them to drama which has been crafted, and badly front its nuclear-armed neighbor India. then, the US and Saudi Arabia was using three or four hours of warning before set Kabul aflame,” the report said. Gul at scripted I would say,” he said. And in con- “The unruly mujahedeen command- the ISI to funnel billions of dollars to any US missile launch. the time described the documents as “fic- spiracy-minded Pakistan, many believed ers obeyed and respected him like no fund militants fighting the Soviets dur- Gul also was a close ally of Afghan war- tion and nothing else.” Some of the him. As the last line of his online autobi- one else,” Gul’s online autobiography ing their occupation of neighboring lord Gulbuddin Hekmatyar, who received reports, generated by junior intelligence ography reads: “People wait to listen to reads. “Later on with the advent of the Afghanistan. Those militants later US assistance during the Soviet occupa- officers, did include far-fetched claims, his direction before forming their own Taleban’s rise he was equally admired became the backbone of the Taleban tion and was a bitter rival of Taleban fig- including an allegation in 2007 that mili- opinions.” —AP

News Malaysian leader silences in brief

Modi disappoints media to survive scandal in mellow speech NEW DELHI: After Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s reforms agenda got blocked in parliament, people in his camp were hoping the famed orator will use a key Crackdown on critics keeps Razak in power Independence Day speech to renew confidence in his leadership. They were disappointed. Modi’s 90-minute- KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia’s prime minister While the explanation has seemingly witch-hunt to determine who leaked the tions and machinery and that’s why they can long speech, made from the ramparts of New Delhi’s Red has a problem: He can’t explain away a cleared Najib of corruption claims, it didn’t documents showing transfers to Najib’s control everything,” said James Chin, who Fort on Saturday, focused on measures his “Team India” $700 million bank account to a skeptical mollify critics nor improve his public accounts. Police have questioned nine heads the Asia Institute in Australia’s had rolled out to include millions of poor Indians in the public. His response? A crackdown on crit- image. On the contrary, it raised new ques- members of the anti-graft agency, seven University of Tasmania. “In Malay political cul- banking and insurance systems, policies for workers and ics and the press that has kept him in pow- tions over who in the Middle East would central bank officials and have said they ture, a strong leader is feared and admired, farmers and successes in the fights against inflation and er but doesn’t address a deep reservoir of donate such a huge sum and whether it may also question central bank governor and that’s how Najib is selling himself, as a corruption. But it lacked the kind of energy and vision dissatisfaction with his leadership. came with conditions. It also didn’t answer Zeti Akhtar Aziz. Despite the crisis, Najib strongman,” Chin said. The 62-year-old Najib, that helped propel him to office. He even relied on notes, Less than a month after leaked docu- the mystery over why it landed in Najib’s has strengthened his footing in his United whose father and uncle were the country’s something he had never needed to do before. “We ments suggested that $700 million from accounts. Malays National Organization, or UMNO, second and third prime ministers respective- expected him to hit back at the opposition and blame entities linked to debt-ridden state invest- Electoral reform group, Bersih, is plan- and taken full control of the government ly, was educated in Britain. He returned to the opposition for the slower-than-expected reform ment fund 1MDB was funneled into Prime ning mass rallies at the end of August, on by placing loyalists in key positions. UMNO work for the central bank and the national oil pace, but he failed to do so,” said a minister in Modi’s gov- Minister Najib Razak’s accounts, he has the weekend of Malaysia’s Independence is the linchpin of the National Front coali- company but was unexpectedly thrust into ernment. A bureaucrat who is a part of Modi’s inner circle expelled critics in his government, sacked Day, to demand Najib’s resignation but tion that has ruled Malaysia since inde- politics when his father, then-Prime Minister said Modi was upset about failing to further his reforms the attorney-general probing him, sus- police have warned of a crackdown. Najib pendence from Britain in 1957. Abdul Razak Hussein, died in 1976. agenda and decided to “keep his head down” and focus pended two newspapers, blocked a UK- At age 22, he was Malaysia’s youngest based website and stalled investigations lawmaker ever at the time and patiently on improving performance. Politicians and analysts over the scandal. worked his way to the top. He speaks impec- expected Modi to launch a more forceful defense. He has It is the first time a Malaysian leader has cable English and seen as modern: he has kept silent for months, even as the opposition Congress faced criminal allegations, and news of pos- his own blog and is an avid social media party has stepped up its attacks and scandals have sible graft at the top level has gripped the user. Since becoming premier, Najib has bat- touched members of his cabinet. A rousing speech country. It is also the biggest political crisis tled criticism over his management of the would have also helped his party in a tough election in a for Najib since he took power in 2009. economy, his family’s lavish lifestyle and few weeks in the impoverished state of Bihar, where the Concerns over 1MDB also contributed to association with the killers of a Mongolian opposition is seeking to paint Modi as a pro-business the Malaysian currency plunging to a 17- model nine years ago. Najib has said he had politician whose policies hurt the poor. “Modi’s speech year low beyond 4 ringgit to the dollar on nothing to do with the model. Two security was not exciting by his own standards,” said Sanjay Wednesday. officers linked to Najib at the time were Kumar, director for the Centre for the Study of “Malaysia’s leader is still facing a legiti- found guilty of her murder. Developing Societies. “It lacked coherence and his trade- macy crisis with declining domestic sup- One of his most vocal critics is former mark confidence.” port,” said Bridget Welsh, senior research Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad, who associate at the Center for East Asia stepped down in 2003 after 22 years in pow- Democratic Studies at the National Taiwan er. Mahathir has called for Najib to resign University. The message being sent is that over the 1MDB affair, warning there was 11 killed in suicide Najib’s leadership is moving further toward “something rotten” in the government. Attack in Pakistan a hardline trajectory, she said. “History Najib’s own brother, Nazir Razak, who heads SHADI KHAN: A suicide bomber yesterday killed a shows that crackdowns, arrests and threats Malaysia’s second largest banking group backfire, and are at best temporary meas- CIMB, has also echoed concerns over the Pakistani provincial minister and at least ten other ures that fail to address the underlying country’s future. In an Instagram post last people at a building where the minister was hold- demands for a better Malaysia.” month, Nazir said “in this darkest hour of ing a meeting, officials said. “Punjab Home Minister political times, we must remember to place Shuja Khanzada has embraced martyrdom,” chief Increasing authoritarianism KUALA KUMPUR: In this Oct 15, 2010, file photo, Malaysian Prime Minister the country and the (people) first. Not per- rescue official Mohammad Ashfaq told AFP. Saeed A nation of 30 million, Malaysia is pre- and Finance Minister Najib Razak, (center) accompanied by his then deputy sonal interests, not personal loyalties, not Illahi, adviser to the province’s chief minister, con- dominantly Malay Muslim with significant Muhyiddin Yassin (left) and others arrive to unveil the Malaysia’s 2011 budg- even party politics.” firmed Khanzada’s death. He had been trapped with Chinese and Indian minorities. It is a US ally et at the Parliament house. —AFP Ibrahim Suffian, who heads the Merdeka several others under the rubble after the blast in Southeast Asia and one of the region’s Center for Opinion Research, said UMNO brought down the roof of the building in the village lynchpin economies, with ambitions to rise has also indicated he may crack the whip Eroding support and other National Front parties have ral- of Shadi Khan in Attock district. Nobody immediate- from middle income status to developed further, saying recently that laws regulating Support for the National Front has erod- lied behind Najib because they fear the ly claimed responsibility for the attack, but nation level this decade. Najib’s increasing Internet content need to be tightened to ed in the last two general elections. In 2013, 1MDB crisis could sink the government. The Khanzada had been active in crackdowns on sectar- authoritarianism is a setback for the hopes prevent “trial by the social media” against it won the polls but lost the popular vote for controversy over 1MDB came at a time of ian militants and Taliban insurgents in Punjab. of many Malaysians that their country was the government. the first time to the opposition alliance led economic slowdown as falling commodity Saeed said there were up to 40 people in the com- slowly embracing elements of liberal The scandal started with investigations by Anwar Ibrahim, who is now in prison after prices hurt Malaysia’s export-driven econo- pound when a suicide bomber blew himself up, democracy. into 1MDB, which was set up in 2009 by being convicted of sodomizing an aide in a my and government revenue. The public is causing the entire roof slab to fall in one piece, In a new twist last week, the anti-graft Najib to develop new industries. But in just case widely regarded as politically motivat- also grappling with higher cost of living complicating rescue efforts. An interior ministry hel- agency said the money was donations from six years, it amassed 42 billion ($10.6 bil- ed. UMNO is entrenched as the defender of due to a new goods and services tax icopter had reached the site to take the wounded to the Middle East, and unrelated to 1MDB. lion) in debt after its energy ventures majority ethnic Malays, protecting their imposed in April. Chin from the University hospital while another helicopter with a civilian res- Najib, who insists he has never used gov- abroad faltered. Critics have long voiced rights through decades-old affirmative of Tasmania said Najib is more focused on cue team was on its way, Saeed added. A specially- ernment funds for personal gain, then said concern over its massive debt and lack of action policies favoring Malays in jobs, edu- consolidating power, than fixing the econ- he received the money on behalf of his rul- transparency. Najib still chairs its advisory cation and government contracts - and this omy. “Najib has the upper hand now but if trained team of army rescuers with modern equip- ing Malay party, with much of it going board. is hard to dislodge, analysts said. the economy sours further, it could spell ment was working with civilian rescuers and trying toward “social responsibility” programs. Police, meanwhile, have gone on a “This party has captured the state institu- trouble for him.” —AP to lift and cut sections of the fallen roof to reach the victims, AFP was told. A police spokeswoman said two police officers were among the eight killed in 8 dead as border fire Nepal’s ‘ghost schools’ hide the attack 70 kilometers northwest of Islamabad. continues in Kashmir long-running corruption Sri Lanka readies security SRINAGAR: Indian and Pakistani troops traded on eve of election heavy gunfire and mortar rounds for a seventh KATHMANDU: They started appearing COLOMBO: Sri Lanka deployed thousands of police yes- straight day yesterday along the highly militarized across Nepal’s poorest districts several terday in stepped up security on the eve of a general line of control dividing the disputed Himalayan years ago-partially built schools meant for election after the campaign was hit by sporadic violence region of Kashmir between the two archrivals, offi- local children and funded with public that claimed four lives. Police Inspector General NK cials said. Indian army spokesman Lt Col Manish money. The schools never opened. But Illangakoon said 63,000 officers were fanning out across many continued to receive funding from Mehta said Pakistani troops fired on Indian posi- the country to guard polling booths and counting cen- the government-and possibly overseas tions in Balakote and Poonch sectors. Indian police donors-in a long-running scandal uncov- ters for Monday’s election, while para-military comman- officer Danish Rana said six civilians had died in the ered by Nepal’s anti-corruption watchdog. dos were on alert in case of trouble. “We have taken addi- Pakistani shelling over the last two days. At least 17 “In some cases, we found a building, tional measures to ensure that the election is conducted others were wounded. Pakistan’s army said in a but no people. In other places there was peacefully and there are no incidents in the post-election statement that two civilians had been killed and nothing to see, the school only existed on period too,” Illangakoon said in a statement. Two party two others wounded in the fighting. paper nowhere else,” said Keshav Ghimire, workers were killed and a dozen others wounded when The fighting follows a familiar pattern, with each a spokesman for the Commission for the unknown gunmen opened fire at a ruling United National Party (UNP) rally in the capital Colombo two side blaming the other. Both sides used terms like Investigation of the Abuse of Authority. “Headmasters, government officials, every- weeks ago. Illangakoon said several arrests have been “unprovoked firing” and “befitting reply” to one was involved. We found so many peo- made. Another two people were killed in two separate describe the actions of the other and detail their ple who took money intended for a sup- shooting incidents elsewhere during the month-long own response. Despite a 2003 cease-fire, the two posed school and pocketed it instead,” campaign. Despite the deaths, private election monitors neighbors regularly trade fire, the latest coming as Ghimire said. MANTHALI: In this file photograph taken on April 21, 2015, a young said there had been fewer incidents of violence com- India celebrated Independence Day on Saturday. Authorities in the Himalayan nation Nepalese schoolgirl heads to school. —AFP pared to previous elections over the past two decades. Pakistan observed it a day earlier. have discovered more than 300 so-called Former strongman Mahinda Rajapakse is seeking an ment could have gone to these ghost schools, according to Bishwa Prakash Mehta said the clashes were still going yesterday ghost schools, all funded by the education unlikely comeback as prime minister at the election after schools,” Marilyn Hoar, chief of education at Pandit, education secretary. “It’s hard to evening. Kashmir is divided between India and ministry, which launched an overhaul of his loss at the presidential poll in January to his one-time UNICEF Nepal, told AFP. Some schools put an exact number on the losses, but I Pakistan but claimed in its entirety by both. The the country’s crumbling schools in 2009. protege Maithripala Sirisena. Many observers were Since then UNICEF, the World Bank, the were allocated teacher salaries and estimate it must have cost the exchequer countries have fought two of their three wars over stunned by Sirisena’s victory over Rajapakse, who had European Union and Britain’s Department allowances for “administrative expenses, around 120 million rupees ($1.2 million), been in power for nearly a decade and oversaw the their competing claims to Kashmir. The recent for International Development have donat- student scholarships and physical con- since many of these so-called schools were fighting comes even as the top security advisers of ed more than $500 million to the educa- struction works”, according to the corrup- (supposedly) running for a couple of years,” crushing of the Tamil Tiger separatist rebels in 2009. both countries are scheduled to meet in the Indian tion department. tion watchdog. Pandit told AFP. “We were trying to pro- Although Rajapakse is reviled by large sectors of the capital on Aug 23. The two men are expected to “We monitor our own training pro- The government has so far filed 50 mote education, we had a liberal policy on minority Tamil community, he retains widespread sup- talk about combating terrorism in the region. —AP grams carefully... but yes, it is possible that court cases against officials and teachers spending, and I suppose we approved port among ethnic Sinhalese voters and his rallies have some of the money we give to the govern- who pocketed funds meant for the requests for funds too easily.” —AFP drawn big crowds. NEWS MONDAY, AUGUST 17, 2015 Failing to reach Britain, migrants settle for France

CALAIS: Weary and disheartened after failing in desperate But not all of the migrants want to get to Britain. Kalim, attempts to cross the Channel, many migrants in the 28, who serves tea at his informal restaurant in the migrant French port of Calais are looking to asylum in France as a camp, said he had wanted to stay in France from the start. fallback. “England would be good, but I’m tired,” said He said he understands that the French government “can- Sadam, a 24-year-old Sudanese migrant who has decided not give a home to everyone”. And for Kalim, the risk of to apply to stay in France. Like for many other migrants, his death or injury posed by trying to cross over to Britain was decision stemmed more from exasperation than desire. “It’s not worth it. Since the beginning of June, at least 10 peo- so hard to get to England,” said Sadam, who has been in ple have been killed trying to get through the Channel France for three months. Tunnel. Authorities have imposed stricter security measures for Adam, a 26-year-old from Darfur, said his goal had ferries and for trucks using the Channel Tunnel, making it always been to come to France. “When I arrived in Paris, I more difficult for migrants to get to Britain from Calais. saw people (migrants) in the streets without any organized Waiting for the perfect opportunity to cross over, many of camps, and then I came here to Calais.” Applying for asylum the some 3,000 migrants in the Calais area stay in the “New in France, however, is only the beginning. “We have to wait Jungle”, a makeshift camp several kilometers from the city six, seven months. They tell us that they’ll provide housing, centre. Many have family in Britain and can speak English, but in the meantime, what can we do?” Djamal said. But and the British authorities have been accused of making it local officials say that the processing of asylum and refugee too easy for them to work illegally. applications has been expedited, particularly in Calais. Djamal, a young Afghan man, also decided to try his According to the French immigration office, in Calais luck in France after attempting to cross the Channel to no there are “shorter waiting times than in the rest of the avail. He and three friends, leaning against the counter of country, and access to housing is a priority”. But Maya one of the many stalls that have sprung up at the camp, Konforti, of the Migrant Hostel organization, says that said they have tried “every night for a month” to cross the measures introduced by French Interior Minister Bernard series of barriers and get past the police guarding the Cazeneuve to accelerate the application process have not Channel Tunnel. Djamal lifts his friend Dawlatzal’s trouser been very effective. “Two months ago, they gave papers leg to show a bandage covering an injury caused by to 111 Eritreans in 24 hours. But... they did it one Saturday barbed wire. Another friend shows cuts on his arms, legs and then it was over,” said Konforti, who is affectionately and torso. The trek is not only dangerous, but physically called “mama” by some of the migrants. Philippe COQUELLES: A migrant climbs over a fence in Coquelles, near Calais northern France, to get to the railway taxing. With each futile attempt, the young men must Wannesson, an activist and writer of a blog on migrants tracks that head to the Eurotunnel terminal. Some 3,000 migrants and refugees, including many fleeing war spend another two hours retracing their steps-before try- and migrant rights, said the process had in fact sped up: and persecution in countries like Syria, Libya and Eritrea, are camped out in a makeshift tent village in Calais ing yet again the next night. “It’s less than six months rather than more.” — AFP waiting for a chance to cross to Britain. — AFP

Over 80 dead in Syrian air raids Continued from Page 1 “Visited Homs today. Beyond destruction of buildings lies destruction of lives. Syria needs peace,” O’Brien wrote on At least six raids hit the market, with the others strik- his Twitter account after the visit. “We are committed to ing nearby in the centre of town, Abdel Rahman said. A continuing to support humanitarian efforts in Syria. Equal video posted online by activists of the aftermath of the access to all people in need (is) vital for our work,” he attacks showed an intersection strewn with rubble and added. twisted metal. The fronts of several buildings nearby appeared to have been sheared off by the force of the Fighting after ceasefire crumbles blasts, and many cars lay overturned and crumpled. Elsewhere, fierce fighting raged in rebel-held Zabadani, Douma lies in the rebel bastion of Eastern Ghouta, a near Damascus, and rebels rained rockets on two govern- region outside the capital that is the regular target of ment-held villages in northwestern Syria after the collapse government air strikes. Eastern Ghouta has been under of a ceasefire. On Saturday, a 72-hour truce for Zabadani government siege for nearly two years, with regime and the villages of Fuaa and Kafraya collapsed after nego- forces tightening the blockade since the start of 2015. tiators failed to reach a long-term deal. Government forces have been trying for weeks to capture Zabadani, the last UN aid chief visit rebel bastion in the area along the Lebanese border. In Amnesty International earlier in the week accused the response, rebels have fired hundreds of missiles at Fuaa government of committing war crimes in Eastern Ghouta, and Kafraya, two Shiite-majority villages that are the last saying its heavy aerial bombardment of the area was com- regime-held civilian areas in Idlib province. pounding the misery created by the blockade. The group Meanwhile, a US-trained rebel group said in a also accused rebels in the area of war crimes for firing rock- statement that Al-Qaeda affiliate Al-Nusra Front had ets indiscriminately at the capital. Yesterday’s strikes on freed seven of its members kidnapped two weeks Douma came as new United Nations humanitarian chief earlier. “We welcome this noble initiative and urge Stephen O’Brien held talks with government officials in the brothers of Al-Nusra and hope that they will Damascus on his first trip to Syria since being appointed. release in the coming hours the group’s commander ABU DHABI: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi (middle) takes a selfie next to Sheikh Hamdan Bin O’Brien, who succeeded Valerie Amos in May, met with and other fighters,” the statement stamped by the Mubarak Al Nahyan, UAE Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research (left) as they tour the Sheikh Foreign Minister Walid Muallem, state media reported. group’s command said. Division 30 is among the Zayed Grand Mosque during the first day of his two-day visit to the UAE, in Abu Dhabi yesterday. The UAE is Official news agency SANA said O’Brien had expressed units receiving training as part of a US-led program home to over two million Indian expatriates and this is the first visit by an Indian premier in over three willingness to work with the government to alleviate operating from Turkey that is intended to create a decades. — AP humanitarian suffering in the country. Close to 12 million force to fight the Islamic State jihadist group. But people have been uprooted by Syria’s conflict, with over after the first 54 members of the force entered Syria four million becoming refugees and another 7.6 million in July, Al-Nusra kidnapped 13 of them, including a Indonesia plane crashes with 54 people... internally displaced. On Saturday, O’Brien met Syria’s commander, and at least three more killed in clashes deputy foreign minister and visited the central city of with the jihadist group. Al-Nusra accused the force Continued from Page 1 Network, which monitors air accidents. The airline is on a Homs, which is now mostly under government control. of serving US interests. — AFP blacklist of carriers banned from European Union airspace. Search and rescue teams, police and the military would Small aircraft are commonly used for transport in head to the site as soon as possible today, said transport remote and mountainous Papua and bad weather has ministry spokesman JA Barata. caused several accidents in recent years. On Wednesday a US’ Biden calls Chattanooga shooter... After the plane failed to land, Trigana Air sent another Cessna propeller plane crashed in Papua’s Yahukimo dis- Continued from Page 1 lege of knowing any one of them personally,” Biden said. flight over the area to hunt for it but the aircraft failed to trict, killing one person and seriously injuring the five oth- “But oh, I knew them. Confident, determined, trustwor- spot anything due to bad weather. Captain Beni ers on board. Officials suspect that crash was caused by But a picture has also emerged showing a darker side, thy, compassionate and always, always loyal. Sumaryanto, Trigana Air’s service director of operations said bad weather. with Abdulazeez’s family saying he struggled with “I knew them,” he said. “They were my son. And so that Oksibil was “a mountainous area where the weather is Indonesia has a patchy aviation safety record. In depression from his early teens, abused drugs, couldn’t many other sons I know.” Beau Biden was a major in an very unpredictable. It can suddenly turn foggy, dark and December an AirAsia plane flying from the Indonesian city keep a job and was considering bankruptcy. Army National Guard unit that deployed to Iraq in 2008. windy without warning. “We strongly suspect it’s a weather of Surabaya to Singapore crashed in the Java Sea during Abdulazeez spent several months with an uncle in The vice president drew applause for concluding his issue. It is not overcapacity, as the plane could take 50 pas- stormy weather, killing all 162 people on board. In June an Jordan last year as part of an agreement to get him away remarks with a defiant message for anyone who would sengers.” Indonesian military plane crashed into a residential neigh- from drugs, alcohol and a group of friends his parents target the United States. “We have a message for those Barata said the weather in the area had been “very dark borhood in the city of Medan, exploding in a fireball and considered a bad influence, a person close to the family perverted cowards around the world: America never and cloudy”. Trigana Air is a small airline established in 1991 killing 142 people. The aviation sector in Indonesia is has said. That person spoke on the condition of anonymi- yields, never bends, never cowers, never stands down - that operates domestic services to around 40 destinations expanding fast as the economy booms but airlines are ty to avoid business repercussions. Biden, whose son (but) endures, responds, and always overcomes,” he said. in Indonesia. It has suffered 14 serious incidents since it struggling to find enough well-trained personnel to keep Beau died of brain cancer in May, said he could relate to “For we are Americans, and never, never underestimate began operations, according to the Aviation Safety up with the rapid growth. — AFP the grief of the victims’ families. “I didn’t have the privi- us. “It’s always been a bad, bad bet to do that.” — AP MONDAY, AUGUST 17, 2015 ANALYSIS

THE LEADING INDEPENDENT DAILY IN THE ARABIAN GULF ESTABLISHED 1961

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Issues Legacies of WWII

he birth of the United Nations, the death of colonial empires and the first steps towards the European Union are all lega- Tcies of World War II. New institutions Succeeding the League of Nations, which failed to prevent World War II, the United Nations Organisation is created in San Francisco on June 26, 1945. Its executive Security Council has 15 members, five of which are permanent and hold veto powers. They represent the victorious nations: Britain, China, France, the Soviet Union and the United States. The UN has a mandate to guarantee global peace and security and sets up an intervention force dubbed “blue helmets.” On the economic front, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) is founded in July 1944 to guarantee global financial stability. The World Bank rounds out the trio of new institutions in December 1945, with a mandate to assist the reconstruction of Europe and Japan.

Human rights Hillary Clinton emails: What’s known, what’s not In response to Nazi war crimes, the UN General Assembly adopts the Universal Declaration of Human Rights on December uestions keep swirling about the Secret” information. Department to open a “criminal referral” Email revelations 10, 1948.The concept of Crimes Against Humanity is defined in electronic correspondence of The State Department insists that into the matter. It corrected itself to The 3,577 Clinton emails released to the charter of the International Military Tribunal in Nuremberg, Democratic presidential hopeful none of Clinton’s emails were classified label it a “security referral,” but that did date offer a glimpse into the operations which tried Nazi leaders in 1945-46. According to the Q Hillary Clinton, whose use of a private at the time but a later review resulted in not stop Clinton’s Republican rivals on of a large Clinton machinery. Much of International Criminal Court (ICC) which came into being in 2002, crimes against humanity can include “acts committed as part of a email account while secretary of state some being placed in that category. the campaign trail from piling on about the email traffic addresses mundane widespread or systematic attack directed against any civilian pop- has dogged her on the campaign trail. There may well be more classified data, Clinton’s potential criminal activity. In a personnel matters or the forwarding of ulation”; murder, extermination, enslavement, deportation or the In the latest development, Clinton has various press reports. Several pages of forcible transfer of populations, torture, rape. agreed to turn over her private server to the documents were heavily redacted. the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Among the biggest revelations is that Superpowers face off after months of refusal. Here is what is longtime Clinton confidante and friend The main victors of the war, the Soviet Union and the United known-and unknown-about the emails Sidney Blumenthal was routinely advis- States move from being allies to adversaries. From 1945 to 1949, and the controversy that has lingered. ing the secretary of state, on matters the Communist Party takes over in countries liberated by including Libya, despite not having an Moscow’s forces. In March 1946, Winston Churchill deplores an The basics official government role. Fewer than 10 “Iron Curtain” that separates Europe in two. On June 5, 1949, then Clinton sent and received a total of percent of the emails relate to Benghazi US secretary of state George Marshall launches a huge economic 62,320 emails during her 2009-2013 or to Clinton’s response to the aid program for Europe that draws Moscow’s ire. The subsequent stint as top diplomat, to and from a pri- September 11, 2012 terrorist attack that Cold War lasts until most communist regimes collapse in late vate account that she said she used out killed four Americans there, including 1989. On April 4, 1949, the North Atlantic Treaty Organization of “convenience” in lieu of an official the ambassador. (NATO) is created in Washington to ensure a common defense of government email address. At the State A batch of 300 Benghazi-related western Europe. On May 4, 1955, Eastern Europe counters with Department’s request, she turned over emails was publicly released in May the Warsaw Pact. what she has described as all of her offi- after they were provided to a congres- cial emails - 30,490, to be exact. Clinton sional committee investigating the ter- Germany, Japan under tutelage said the remaining 31,830 are personal ror attack. They reveal little overt con- After the Third Reich surrenders on May 8, 1945, Germany is divided into four zones under the control of Britain, France, the US records, and that her server was wiped cern about then-United Nations envoy and USSR. At the Potsdam Conference in August 1945, the Allied clean after she provided paper copies of Susan Rice’s depiction of the attack as a powers decide to dismantle Germany’s army and confiscate her official communications. The State “spontaneous” response to an anti- industrial assets to pay for war compensation. In May 1949, three Department is working its way through Muslim video. But one April 24, 2011 zones under western tutelage become the Federal Republic of the official emails. It has already email from senior Clinton aide Huma Germany. The following October, the Soviet zone becomes the released 3,500 of them publicly, on a Abedin warned Clinton of “new local German Democratic Republic. Full German reunification must monthly schedule, with the intent of reporting that hotels are being target- wait until 1990. After Japan surrenders in September 1945 it loses releasing the entirety of the tranche by ed” in Benghazi. some territories. The US drafts a new constitution that takes effect January 2016. IOWA: Democratic presidential hopeful and former Secretary of State Hillary on May 3, 1947. In September 1951, the Treaty of San Francisco Clinton greets fairgoers as she tours the Iowa State Fair in Des Moines, Iowa. Hacked? returns Japan’s sovereignty and its right to self defense. US forces Classified? Presidential candidates are addressing attendees at the Iowa State Fair on the Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker remain stationed in the country however. “I am confident that I never sent or Des Moines Register Presidential Soapbox stage and touring the fairgrounds. said in last week’s Republican presi- received any information that was clas- The State Fair runs through August 23. —AFP dential debate that snooping Chinese The nuclear threat sified at the time it was sent and and Russians might know more about On August 6 and 9, 1945, the US drops atomic bombs on received,” Clinton told reporters on July as the emails were merely part of a sam- lengthy explanatory email, Clinton’s Clinton’s emails than members of Hiroshima and Nagasaki and Japan swiftly surrenders. The USSR 25. But investigators recently said they ple of the 30,000 records provided to communications director Jennifer Congress. “And that has put our becomes a nuclear power in 1949, followed by Britain in 1952, found four emails that contained classi- authorities. Palmieri insisted “there is absolutely no national security at risk.” Not so, insist- France in 1960 and China in 1964. Nuclear deterrence, the threat fied material. On Tuesday, the intelli- criminal inquiry into Hillary’s email or ed Team Clinton, which said there is of global destruction, becomes a core defense strategy in the Cold gence community’s inspector general, Investigation email server.” The FBI is investigating not “no evidence there was ever a breach” War. It continues to represent the foundation of global order. Charles McCullough, informed Congress The New York Times reported in July Clinton herself, but the security of the of security with her email account or Towards European Union that two of those emails contained “Top that inspectors asked the Justice emails. server. —AFP The oldest European organization, the Council of Europe, is created on May 5, 1949 by 10 former warring countries to promote democratic stability in Europe. On April 18, 1951, the found- ing acts of the EU, the Treaty of Paris, created the European Coal Iranian-Americans forge a rare bond and Steel Community with Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Luxembourg and the Netherlands as members. By binding their By Yeganeh Torbati Iranians to connect.” The 24 original sign- came to the conclusion that this was real economist at Moody’s Analytics and who means of production together, France and Germany make it ers spanned the political spectrum and and that the time had come to break has advised both the Obama administra- almost impossible to wage war against each other again. n the day US and Iranian negotia- would likely disagree on other issues, through this logjam that had existed for tion and Republican Senator John tors reached a historic nuclear Partovi said. By Wednesday, the list of so long,” Biglari said. “If this opportunity McCain’s presidential campaign, said that End of colonial empires After World War II, colonial empires built by Britain, France and Oagreement last month, Hadi signatories had swelled to 1,500. goes by we will always regret it.” while he comments often on economic the Netherlands crumble as growing nationalist movements push Partovi threw an impromptu party in his The letter, in part, read: “Diplomacy affairs, this was the first time he was ven- for independence. India becomes independent in 1947, backyard outside Seattle, setting in with Iran has the potential to do much No single political viewpoint turing into foreign policy. “I signed on Indonesia in 1949, and Vietnam in 1954. From 1945 until 1974, motion a rare expression of solidarity more than prevent a war. ... It creates a Estimates of the Iranian-American because I think the deal is in the best the so-called Baby Boom, a global surge in births, coincides with among the country’s most prominent chance for Americans and Iranians to cre- population range from half a million to 1 interest of the United States,” said Zandi, sustained global growth that is cut short by oil price spikes in 1973 Iranian-Americans. Partovi, who has ate a brighter future that benefits all of million, according to the Public Affairs who is a registered Democrat and whose and 1979. invested in or advised some of the most our children.” The nuclear deal between Alliance of Iranian Americans, an advoca- father is Iranian. “It’s not a perfect deal, well-known global companies, including Iran and six world powers is a major cy group. Significant communities reside but it’s infinitely better than no deal, and Birth of Israel Facebook, Airbnb, and Uber, invited fel- achievement for President Barack Obama in southern California, the San Francisco will significantly reduce the odds that After the Holocaust, Jewish refugees move en masse to low Iranian-Americans to his home to and could reset Iran’s relations with the Bay area and New York. Many came to Iran will obtain or even want a nuclear Palestine. On May 14, 1948, Britain’s mandate over the region celebrate the agreement, which if imple- West, but it has opponents in the US the United States after the 1979 Islamic weapon in the future,” he said. Congress expires and David Ben Gurion immediately declares the inde- mented, would restrict Iran’s nuclear pro- Congress, where Obama has work to do. revolution. In interviews, signers of the has until Sept 17 to act on the agree- pendence of the state of Israel. Arab armies move against the gram in exchange for lifting economic The letter’s organizers and signers said it letter said the community is deeply frac- ment. If lawmakers disapprove it, they new state and more than 700,000 Palestinians are pushed into sanctions on the country. “Roughly 100 was significant for being perhaps the first tured over Iranian politics. could take away Obama’s ability to waive exile. —AFP strangers I’d never met came to my unified, non-partisan statement of its “We don’t mention in the letter many US sanctions and implement key house to celebrate, and I realized this kind by Iranian-Americans, who can be President Obama, because some of the provisions. was a unique moment for Iranian- reticent about embracing their back- people signing the letter are not fans of Anti-deal activist groups are expected Americans to stand up together,” said ground and speaking up on political President Obama,” Partovi said. “It was to spend millions of dollars lobbying law- All articles appearing on these Partovi, who immigrated to the United issues. very important to me to not make it a let- makers on the deal. Dara Khosrowshahi, pages are the personal opinion of States as a child in 1984. “We wanted to make this personal,” ter by Democrats or by fans of any chief executive of online travel company the writers. Kuwait Times takes no Afterward, Partovi organized the said Hamid Biglari, 56, a former executive regime or any single political point.” Expedia Inc, said he does not normally drafting of a public letter to the at Citicorp, who helped organize the let- Those who have added their names to take public political stances but this issue responsibility for views expressed American people from prominent ter. “What struck many of us was the the letter include the inventor of LASIK had special personal resonance for him. therein. Kuwait Times invites read- Iranian-Americans in technology, busi- massive campaign that was being waged eye surgery, a state senator, a NASA engi- He immigrated to the United States from ers to voice their opinions. Please ness, literature, the arts and entertain- against the deal by many lobby groups, neer, start-up founders and professors. Iran in the late 1970s. “For the Iranian send submissions via email to: opin- ment. Published this week as an adver- and we felt that much of that campaign Maz Jobrani, a comedian who signed the people not to have the chance to experi- tisement in The New York Times, the let- was misguided.” Biglari said he returned letter, said it was one of the first times so ence what America has to offer, the spirit [email protected] or via snail ter - signed by current and former execu- to Iran in 2014 for the first time in 35 many Iranian-Americans had come and the openness, would be a real mail to PO Box 1301 Safat, Kuwait. tives from Twitter, Google, Dropbox and years, following the election of President together. “There are Republicans and shame,” said Khosrowshahi, 46. “There is a The editor reserves the right to edit Citigroup, among others - expressed sup- Hassan Rouhani, a moderate elected on a Democrats, scientists and performers, all chance to open the dialogue between any submission as necessary. port for the nuclear agreement as a platform of lifting sanctions on Iran and kinds in this,” he said. the people of Iran and the West, and it’s a “unique opportunity for Americans and improving its relations with the world. “I Another signer, Mark Zandi, chief point in time that’s unique.” —Reuters MONDAY, AUGUST 17, 2015 SPORTS

Meyer backs superior Boks Coach Caixinha quits Pumas’ World Cup squad DURBAN: South Africa coach Heyneke Meyer conceded his side “played less rugby” against MEXICO CITY: Portuguese Pedro Caixinha has resigned as BUENOS AIRES: There were no great surprises as Argentina head coach Argentina but were tactically superior as they ended a run of four test defeats in timely fash- coach of Mexican champions Santos Laguna five matches into Daniel Hourcade named his 31-man World Cup squad yesterday. ion ahead of next month’s World Cup. the season. Caixinha, who steered Santos to the Clausura Star players Juan Imhoff, Juan Martin Hernandez, Juan Fernandez After their shock 37-25 loss to Argentina in Durban last week, the Springboks turned the championship title in May, gave no reason for the decision he Lobbe and Marcelo Bosch all took their places in the final squad. tables by recording a 26-12 victory over the Pumas in Buenos Aires on Saturday to boost announced on Saturday, the day after his side’s 2-0 defeat at Hourcade ditched seven players from the squad that participated at the morale following a winless, truncated Rugby Championship. home to America. Rugby Championship, ending their campaign last week with a first ever “I thought we played tactically very well,” Meyer told reporters. “We came close against The Portuguese coach had said earlier this year his ambi- victory over South Africa. tions lay in Europe. The 44-year-old, who took charge in Australia and New Zealand, when we played more rugby, but we adapted tactically very Racing Metro lock Manuel Carizza and Saracens prop Juan Figallo were November 2012, leaves Santos bottom of the Apertura, first of well here.” After their porous defending the previous week, South Africa’s defence held up amongst those to miss out. The Pumas concluded their much better to keep Argentina try-less. “I’m also very proud that we didn’t concede a try, two championships in the Liga MX season, after one win and four losses. World Cup preparation with a 26-12 home defeat to the away from home,” Meyer added. “A lot of players put up their hands and came through Springboks on Saturday, just a week after their historic today. “We also scrummed very well, which probably had to do with the fact “After making an analysis of my three years at the club, I that we had more experience on the bench.” Wing Lwazi Mvovo put in an have decided to leave my position as head coach of Santos win in Durban. The players will have two weeks off eye-catching performance, which included a fine solo try, while Pat Lambie Laguna,” Caixinha said in a written statement at a news confer- before leaving for London on August 31. offered less explosiveness but more solidity at flyhalf than Handre Pollard. ence. “The reasons are secondary,” he added. “I will be marked They will also take part in a training camp in Meyer now has two weeks to decide on his final 31 for the World Cup for life by the experience here in Torreon, at Santos Laguna, Portugal before their opening match of the tour- and with the likes of loose-forward Duane Vermeulen and scrumhalf where I managed a team of great warriors and in which we nament against holders New Zealand on Fourie du Preez set to return from injury, he will have some wel- reaped important triumphs in recent months.” Caixinha, who September 20. come selection headaches. “We will put in a couple of weeks of very did not take questions from the media, also led Santos to vic- Argentina, who are favourites to qualify hard training now and then cut back before the World Cup. With a tory in the Copa Mexico knockout competition last year and from Pool C alongside the All Blacks, will be number of top players coming back, I’m very positive and I know the 2015 ‘Champion of champions’ trophy against last season’s hoping to emulate their previous best World we will be able to pick a very strong squad.” —Reuters Apertura winners America. —Reuters Cup performance, third place in 2007. —AFP Yankees pound Blue Jays

TORONTO: Masahiro Tanaka allowed just five hits for his first complete game in more than a year, leading the New York Yankees to a 4-1 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays on Saturday. The Yankees won their third straight following a five-game skid and extended their AL East lead over Toronto to 1 1/2 games. The Blue Jays, coming off an 11-game winning streak, lost for the second day in a row to New York. Carlos Beltran, who hit a big home run Friday night at Rogers Centre, and Mark Teixeira connected for solo shots to back Tanaka (9-5). Tanaka struck out eight and walked three while helping the Yankees rest their taxed bullpen. Marco Estrada (10-7) lost for the first time in four starts, allowing two runs and three hits in six innings.

RED SOX 22, MARINERS 10 Jackie Bradley Jr. hit two homers and three doubles to drive in seven runs as Boston battered Felix Hernandez and Seattle. The Red Sox broke loose for the second straight day after manager John Farrell took a medical leave for the rest of the season to deal with lymphoma. Boston got 26 hits in the highest-scoring game ever against the Mariners. Pablo Sandoval and Alejandro De Aza homered, and David Ortiz and Blake Swihart each had three RBIs. Sandoval homered in his first at-bat, then was hit in the right elbow by Hernandez and left with a bruise. Nelson Cruz hit his major league-leading 35th homer for the Mariners. Hernandez (14-7) was tagged for a career high-tying 10 runs in just 2 1/3 innings.Wade Miley (9-9) went seven innings for Boston.

TIGERS 4, ASTROS 2 Victor Martinez hit a tiebreaking RBI double in a three-run 11th as the Detroit outlasted Houston. Preston Tucker led off the bottom of the ninth with TORONTO: New York Yankees’ Jacoby Ellsbury is out at second base as Toronto Blue Jays’ Ryan Goins attempts to turn the double play during the ninth inning of a baseball game. — AP a homer to right-center against Bruce Rondon to tie the score at 1-1, spoiling an impressive start by year history. It was estimated at 470 feet (143 Phillies in any season. BREWERS 4, PHILLIES 2 out of the seventh. Francisco Rodriguez pitched the Justin Verlander. meters), the Giants said. Nelson struck out six and gave up two runs and Scooter Gennett had a career-high four hits and ninth for his 33rd consecutive save, including all 27 J.D. Martinez and Tyler Collins followed Victor Peavy (3-5) allowed five runs on nine hits while five hits in 6 2/3 innings. Wil Smith (6-2) got the final Jimmy Nelson pitched into the seventh inning as this year. Philadelphia’s Justin De Fratus (0-2) Martinez with back-to-back run-scoring singles off outpitching Gio Gonzalez (9-5) as both teams out of the seventh.Francisco Rodriguez pitched the Milwaukee beat Philadelphia. allowed a run and two hits while getting just two Pat Neshek (3-3) to make it 4-1 in the 11th. Jose played in a smoky haze from the Northern California ninth for his 33rd consecutive save, including all 27 Gennett had four singles in four at-bats, drove in outs in the seventh. Starter Jerome Williams gave Iglesias singled and Miguel Cabrera walked to start wildfires.Bryce Harper fouled a ball off his lower left this year. two runs and scored the tiebreaking run on Jean up two runs - one earned - and five hits in six the inning. Al Alburquerque (2-0) pitched the 10th leg in the seventh but stayed in the game as the Philadelphia’s Justin De Fratus (0-2) allowed a Segura’s hit in the seventh. Milwaukee improved to innings, leaving with the game tied 2-all. for the win. Neftali Feliz gave up a two-out RBI sin- stumbling Nationals lost their fifth straight game. run and two hits while getting just two outs in the 6-0 against Philadelphia this year - its most wins gle to Jed Lowrie before getting Carlos Gomez to Danny Espinosa homered in the ninth for his first seventh. Starter Jerome Williams gave up two runs - over the Phillies in any season. CUBS 6, WHITE SOX 3 ground out for his first save with the Tigers and sev- career pinch-hit homer. one earned - and five hits in six innings, leaving Nelson struck out six and gave up two runs and Jake Arrieta pitched into the seventh inning as enth this season. with the game tied 2-all. five hits in 6 2/3 innings. Wil Smith (6-2) got the final the Chicago Cubs won their ninth straight to match CARDINALS 6, MARLINS 2 their longest streak in seven seasons. PIRATES 5, METS 3 John Lackey was dominant into the ninth inning The Cubs previously won nine in a row during Pinch-hitter Chris Stewart singled home the go- and gave St. Louis an unexpected bonus with two the 2008 NL Central championship season and ahead run in the 14th inning as Pittsburgh beat hits and an RBI. Mark Reynolds’ three-run home run made it 15 wins in 16 games. Arrieta (14-6) improved New York in extra innings again. A day after the in the sixth put the Cardinals ahead by four and to 8-1 in his past 11 starts, allowing three runs and Pirates won 3-2 in the 10th at Citi Field, they took Randal Grichuk hit his 15th homer in the first. five hits in 6 2/3 innings. Jorge Soler had two hits advantage of shaky fielding decision to stop the NL Rookie Stephen Piscotty had three hits and scored and two RBIs. Addison Russell doubled twice and East leaders. twice, helping the Cardinals win their eighth out of scored twice. Kris Bryant, Anthony Rizzo and Dexter Francisco Cervelli hit a leadoff double in the 10. Marlins outfielder Ichiro Suzuki went 2 for 4 and Fowler each added two hits and the Cubs had 12 in 14th and Starling Marte followed with a chopper. now has 4,193 career hits between the major all. White Sox starter Jose Quintana (6-10) lasted six First baseman Daniel Murphy grabbed the leagues and Japan, surpassing Ty Cobb’s total that innings, allowing three runs and seven hits.Rizzo grounder, but made a late throw to third trying to ranks second in history. and Soler had RBI singles in a three-run seventh that get Cervelli. Stewart and Sean Rodriguez followed Lackey (10-7) allowed two runs on nine hits in 8 saw the North Siders break open a 3-2 game. with RBI singles.Joe Blanton (2-0) struck out six in 1/3 innings to reach double figures in victories for three scoreless innings. Mark Melancon got his 37th the 12th time in 13 seasons - the exception being RANGERS 12, RAYS 4 save.Sean Gilmartin (1-1) took the loss. 2012, which was lost to injury.Brad Hand (2-3) Colby Lewis gave up one run and five hits in six allowed six runs and 11 hits in six innings. innings to pick up his 13th win as Texas used a sev- TWINS 4, INDIANS 1 en-run sixth inning to cruise past Tampa Bay. Tyler Duffey took a no-hit bid into the sixth ROYALS 9, ANGELS 4 Lewis (13-5) walked two and threw 111 pitches - inning of his second big league game and pitched Salvador Perez homered to lead off a six-run sec- the last 15 to Asdrubal Cabrera, who fouled off 10 Minnesota past Cleveland. ond inning and Johnny Cueto won his second con- pitches before flying out to end the top of the sixth Duffey, roughed up by Toronto earlier this secutive start for Kansas City as the Royals rolled with a runner on base and the Rays trailing by two. month in his debut, came back to earn his first vic- past the Los Angeles Angels. Chris Gimenez, who hit a two-run homer in the tory in the majors. A one-out double by Francisco Cueto (9-7) allowed one run and eight hits over second, singled to drive in the first run in the sixth. Lindor in the sixth was the only hit Duffey (1-1) per- eight innings, striking out four without a walk. The Delino DeShields and Shin-Soo Choo each drove in mitted before leaving at the end of the inning. former All-Star has only allowed six runs in four a run, another scored on an error and then Adrian The 24-year-old righty struck out seven and starts since his trade to Kansas City, including the Beltre hit a three-run home run to extend the worked around five walks. Relievers Casey Fien, shutout he tossed against the Tigers in his home Rangers’ lead to 10-1. Choo added his 15th homer Kevin Jepsen and Glen Perkins each pitched an debut earlier this week. in the seventh.Chris Archer (10-9) gave up eight inning in the combined four-hitter. Perez later had an RBI double as the Royals sent runs and 11 hits in 5 1/3 innings. Eddie Rosario and Chris Herrmann hit back-to- 11 batters to the plate in a 24-minute second BOSTON: Boston Red Sox’s Blake Swihart follows through on his fourth hit of the game, a back homers in the fifth off Josh Tomlin (0-1), who inning. Matt Shoemaker (5-9) absorbed most of the double during the eighth inning of their 22-10 win over the Seattle Mariners. — AP PADRES 7, ROCKIES 5 made his first major league start since shoulder sur- damage for the Angels, the right-hander failing to Pinch-hitter Brett Wallace had a tiebreaking RBI gery in April. Brian Dozier added a late two-run make it through the frame in his second consecu- single as San Diego took advantage of Colorado homer for Minnesota, which had lost three straight tive disastrous start. MLB results/standings catcher Nick Hundley’s throwing error to score three to the Indians. runs in the ninth inning and hand the Rockies their DIAMONDBACKS 8, BRAVES 4 sixth straight loss. With the Padres trailing 5-4 in the ORIOLES 4, ATHLETICS 3 Patrick Corbin continued to gain momentum in NY Yankees 4, Toronto 1; Boston 22, Seattle 10; Baltimore 4, Oakland 3; Milwaukee 4, ninth, Derek Norris greeted closer Tommy Kahnle (0- Chris Davis hit two home runs, the second a his return from Tommy John surgery, allowing only Philadelphia 2; Arizona 8, Atlanta 4; Pittsburgh 5, NY Mets 3 (14 innings); Chicago Cubs 6, 1) with a double and pinch-hitter Cory Spangenberg tiebreaking shot with two outs in the bottom of the three hits and no runs while pitching into the sev- Chicago White Sox 3; Kansas City 9, LA Angels 4; Minnesota 4, Cleveland 1; Detroit 4, Houston reached on an infield hit after a replay review ninth inning off switch-pitcher Pat Venditte, to lift enth inning as Arizona beat Atlanta. 2 (11 innings); St. Louis 6, Miami 2; Texas 12, Tampa Bay 4; San Diego 7, Colorado 5; LA showed he had beaten the throw to first. Melvin David Peralta drove in three runs and two hits, Upton Jr. hit a dribbler in front of the plate that Baltimore. Davis connected on a 2-2 offering from Dodgers 8, Cincinnati 3; San Francisco 12, Washington 6. Venditte (0-1), the first ambidextrous pitcher in the including a fourth-inning homer off Mike Hundley fielded but he overthrew the throw to first, majors since 1995. Venditte was recalled from Foltynewicz (4-4). The Diamondbacks led 6-0 before American League National League allowing Norris to score the tying run from third. the Braves scored four runs in the eighth. Nick Wallace, batting for reliever Kevin Quackenbush Triple-A Nashville before the game for his second Eastern Division Swisher’s two-run homer off Daniel Hudson hit high Eastern Division (2-2), followed with his single and Yangervis Solarte stint with Oakland this season. W L PCT GB off the right field foul pole. Paul Goldschmidt added NY Mets 63 54 .538 - added a sacrifice fly as San Digo beat Colorado for Davis earlier homered with a man on to start NY Yankees 64 51 .557 - Baltimore’s comeback from a 3-0 deficit. The slugger a two-run single off Jake Brigham in the ninth. Washington 58 58 .500 4.5 the seventh straight time.Craig Kimbrel got the last has 34 home runs - six in his last six games - and Corbin (3-3) had eight strikeouts and three walks Toronto 64 54 .542 1.5 Atlanta 52 64 .448 10.5 three outs for his 33rd save. leads the majors with 88 RBIs. in 6 2/3 scoreless innings. It was the eighth start of Baltimore 59 56 .513 5 Miami 46 70 .397 16.5 Gerardo Parra also homered for the Orioles, who his comeback. Corbin’s only trouble came in the Tampa Bay 58 58 .500 6.5 Philadelphia 46 71 .393 17 DODGERS 8, REDS 3 moved within 1 1/2 games of the Los Angeles seventh, when the Braves loaded the bases on Boston 52 64 .448 12.5 Central Division Yasiel Puig and Kike Hernandez homered during Angels in the race for the final AL wild-card slot. Adonis Garcia’s single and back-to-back two-out Central Division St. Louis 75 41 .647 - a five-run second inning, and Adrian Gonzalez and Zach Britton (3-0) worked a perfect ninth, striking walks by Andrelton Simmons and Ryan Lavarnway. Kansas City 70 46 .603 - Pittsburgh 68 46 .596 6 Justin Turner also went deep, as the NL West-lead- David Hernandez struck out pinch-hitter Joey ing Los Angeles beat Cincinnati. out two to set the stage for Davis’ heroics. Minnesota 58 58 .500 12 Chicago Cubs 67 48 .583 7.5 Terdoslavich to end the inning. Detroit 56 60 .483 14 Brett Anderson (7-7) shrugged off a two-run Cincinnati 51 64 .443 23.5 GIANTS 12, NATIONALS 6 Chicago White Sox 54 60 .474 15 homer in the first by Todd Frazier and yielded one Milwaukee 50 68 .424 26 Matt Duffy hit a three-run double in San BREWERS 4, PHILLIES 2 Cleveland 54 61 .470 15.5 more run during the rest of his six-inning stint. The Western Division Francisco’s decisive six-run third inning and a late Scooter Gennett had a career-high four hits and Western Division seven-year veteran allowed six hits and recorded Jimmy Nelson pitched into the seventh inning as only one flyball out in his first career start against run-scoring double, Jake Peavy worked into the Houston 63 54 .538 - LA Dodgers 66 51 .564 - Milwaukee beat Philadelphia. Gennett had four sin- Cincinnati. David Holmberg (1-2) threw 64 pitches sixth to end a three-start winless stretch, as the LA Angels 60 56 .517 2.5 San Francisco 63 53 .543 2.5 Giants beat the Nationals for the third straight gles in four at-bats, drove in two runs and scored in two-plus innings and retired only five of the 15 Texas 58 57 .504 4 Arizona 57 58 .496 8 game. Ian Desmond cleared the left-field bleachers the tiebreaking run on Jean Segura’s hit in the sev- San Diego 56 61 .479 10 batters he faced in his 10th big league start - includ- enth. Milwaukee improved to 6-0 against Seattle 54 63 .462 9 ing Anderson on a sacrifice bunt and Turner on a with a second-inning leadoff home run that hit the Colorado 47 68 .409 18 walkway for one of the longest in the ballpark’s 16- Philadelphia this year - its most wins over the Oakland 51 67 .432 12.5 double-play grounder. —AP MONDAY, AUGUST 17, 2015 SPORTS Riding the waves on a futuristic trampoline

COWES: The initial fear of being on a huge trampo- coast of Ireland. Morale is high after Musandam- constant and intense concentration and activity As the massive boat powers up, the coast sliding line net the size of a tennis court as it tilts at 45 Oman Sail were first over the line in the annual from the crew to pre-empt any high-speed inci- past at impossibly high speed emphasises sailing’s degrees is quickly replaced by the sheer exhilara- Artemis Challenge race around the Isle of Wight last dents in the crowded waters of the Solent, one of jump into the future with radical new multihull tion of flying across the water at more than 30 knots week against 16 of the biggest ocean racing yachts the busiest shipping areas in the world. “You have yacht designs, which were used for the first time in (55.56 km per hour) in one of the world’s fastest after taking advantage of two helpful wind shifts. to think one step ahead, if not you’re too late. It’s the prestigious America’s Cup race in Valencia in boats, the 70-foot trimaran Musandam-Oman Sail. “It was perfect to show off a bit, it’s what this very dangerous,” Gavignet said. 2010 to make the sport more exciting for a wider The multihull flagship yacht of the Sultanate of boat was made for, to keep eyes on Oman. We are Average speeds of more than 30 knots and a audience. The key operators on the state of the art Oman’s fleet, part of an ambitious sailing pro- doing something to make sure people are looking maximum of 42 knots give Musandam-Oman Sail boats are the sailors, who are pushed to their limits gramme designed to restore the country’s maritime at us,” Gavignet said. trigger-like responses to any movement of the tiller, to keep moving at top speeds, especially in higher heritage and boost tourism, has been competing in Gavignet, who steers the massive 16-metre wide making it difficult to maintain balance and hold on wind and offshore waves. Cowes Week. yacht with a tiller from a reclining office-like chair as the high performance boat accelerates in sec- “The ratio of power and weight is greater on this The famous regatta on England’s south coast on top of one of the boat’s three hulls that can fly onds to speeds relatively few sailors have experi- boat. It’s a machine,” Gavignet said. The toughest caps a successful season for the team of Omani and up to 10 metres above the water, is helping Oman enced. conditions for the crew are beating or sailing into European sailors. Skippered by French yachtsman to create a core team of sailors who are rapidly The mast, which is as thick as a man’s body, the wind or reaching across the wind which whips Sidney Gavignet, they were getting ready for the gathering experience and expertise. rotates to give the best angle to the wind. The huge water into their faces and they often have to wear famously tough bi-annual Rolex Fastnet Race, aim- mainsail, which is so heavy that it needs a lock to masks or goggles to avoid eye damage. ing to win the 46th edition of the 603-mile race IMMENSELY POWERFUL hold it up, is adjusted by two huge ‘coffee grinder’ “It’s like being smashed in the face,” said sail trim- from Cowes to the Fastnet Rock off the south west Sailing the immensely powerful yacht requires winches which need two crew to operate each. mer Fahad Al Hasni. — Reuters No plans for viral tests at Rio sailing waters

RIO DE JANEIRO: Sailing’s world gov- pollution),” said American wind surfer erning body said Saturday it does not Farrah Hall. “If we’re out there thinking plan to conduct viral testing in Rio de we were going to get sick every time we Janeiro’s polluted Guanabara Bay, the sail, we probably would get sick because venue for sailing and wind surfing at we are thinking about it too hard.” next year’s Olympics. Dr. Nebojsa Nikolic, Governing body the ISAF is adamant top medical official for the International about racing in Guanabara Bay, which Sailing Federation, told The Associated offers a postcard setting with Rio’s Press “we will certainly not do this” until famous Sugarloaf Mountain in the back- the World Health Organization comes ground. The location puts sailing in the out with what he called a “firm state- heart of the city, offers ISAF possible ment.” commercial benefits, and will delight tel- The WHO told AP in an interview evision rights holders that pay billions to Friday it “would support additional viral the International Olympic Committee. testing to further inform the risk assess- “The fact is, the sailors all want to be ment by authorities.” here,” said Alastair Fox, the head of com- The issue of increased testing for Rio’s petitions for ISAF. “It’s a rarity for us in the polluted waterways - and what to do Olympics. We’re always two hours away, about it - has drawn attention since an or two hours by plane. So we really want independent five-month analysis by AP to have it in the heart of the Olympic published July 30 showed dangerously environment.” high levels of viruses from human Peter Sowrey, the CEO of ISAF, ruled sewage at all Rio Olympic water venues. out moving the event to the nearby Dr. Nikolic agreed with the position resort of Buzios, about two hours north taken earlier in the week by Olympic of Rio. “We’re really not thinking about Games Executive Director Christophe Buzios,” he said. “They’ve written us, to Dubi, who said WHO guidelines called for my president and me. Really, it’s a ‘no’. only bacterial testing. Dr. Nikolic said We’re focused on Rio.” experts in the field had not agreed on The AP commissioned Brazilian virolo- what viruses to test for, and how to test. gist Fernando Spilki of Feevale University “This is not a simple question,” Dr. to test Rio’s waters for three types of Nikolic said. “Every diagnostic method human adenovirus, as well as rotavirus, has its own value and experts are still not enterovirus and bacterial fecal coliforms. agreed what to do, or how to do it.” The viruses can cause stomach and BRAZIL: Athletes of the Finn class practice a day before the sailing test event ahead of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games at the Guanabara Bay in Rio More than 330 sailors and wind respiratory ailments that could easily de Janeiro. — AP surfers from 50 nations are in Rio for an knock an athlete out of competition. The Olympic test event that opened viruses can also cause more serious, Saturday. They know the water is pollut- though rarer, ailments including heart ed, and sailors over the last several years and brain inflammation. An expert who have repeatedly called the bay “an open examined the data for AP said it was Chen defeats Lee sewer.” almost certain athletes would be infect- But most this time seem determined ed by viruses. That doesn’t automatically to compete, ignore the risks and zero-in mean an athlete will fall ill. That depends on a chance for an Olympic gold medal. on numerous factors, including the “It’s scary, but we don’t focus on it (the immune system. — AP in world defence

JAKARTA: China’s Chen Long produced a fitting nating when he attacked and coming off second 56 minutes. “I didn’t think I would be here when I IAAF suppressed display for a top seed and defending champion best in the tactical rallies. Once he took the lead was struggling with my injuries but my coaches to claim a second straight world title with a pul- at 11-10, Chen looked unstoppable and reeled said I should keep training and try to play at the study of admitted sating 21-14 21-17 victory against Malaysian off 16-of-20 points to claim the opening game world championships and just do the best I nearly-man Lee Chong Wei yesterday. before storming out of the blocks in the second could in the tournament,” Marin said. Lee has topped the world rankings for a to forge a six-point lead by the interval. Lee bat- “I knew from the beginning it was going to dope cheats - report record 298 weeks during a long and illustrious tled gamely as Chen’s intensity levels dropped be a very tough match because Saina is really career but once again came up short against a but the Malaysian was unable to get any closer good but I kept fighting until the end and am LONDON: World athletics’ governing research group as confirmed by high- Chinese player at the top of his game in a fourth than within two points of his opponent in the very happy with my performance today.” body (IAAF) has suppressed a 2011 profile experts in social science who world championship final defeat in as many second game as a packed Istora Senayan roared Earlier, top seeds Zhang Nan and Zhao Yunlei survey that reveals that up to a third reviewed the publication on our matches. in approval. stormed to a third mixed doubles world title of the world’s top competitors admit- request,” it said. “The IAAF submitted Chen has replaced Lin Dan as the top male “Lee is a good player but I was better today,” with a comfortable 21-17 21-11 victory over ted using banned performance- those concerns to the research group player following his breakthrough world title tri- Chen said in a courtside interview. “This is a very compatriots and former junior world champions enhancing techniques, Britain’s but has never heard back from them. umph a year ago and the rangy 26-year-old has special arena, so it feels great to win the world Liu Cheng and Bao Yixin. Zhao returned to the Sunday Times and German broadcast- “The IAAF is surprised that any profes- also replaced his compatriot as Lee’s arch neme- title here.” court a few hours later to successfully defend er ARD/WDR reported. sional team of social science sis after repeating last year’s win over the another title when the 28-year-old partnered The authors of the study, which researchers should choose consistently Malaysian. MARIN DEFENDS Tian Qing to a 23-25 21-8 21-15 win over involved interviews with 1,800 athletes to leak research material through the Lin has beaten Lee in four major finals, includ- Carolina Marin also enjoyed a successful title Denmark’s Christinna Pedersen and Kamilla at the 2011 world championships in media before it is published,” adding it ing the last two Olympics, but Chen has defence, the top-seeded Spaniard beating Saina Rytter Juhl as they retained the women’s dou- South Korea, were told to sign a confi- was continuing it’s own study, started emerged from the shadow of a player many Nehwal 21-16 21-19 in a high-class encounter to bles crown. dentiality agreement a month after the in 2011, for publication in coordination believe to be the greatest ever with a complete deny India a first world badminton title. The home fans were then rewarded for their information had been collected and with World Anti-Doping Agency game built on his supreme agility, speed, power The world number one had been under an patience as Indonesia’s Mohammad Ahsan and analysed, the newspaper said. (WADA). and fitness. injury cloud in the build up to the champi- Hendra Setiawan regained the men’s doubles The revelations are the latest in a The results of the leaked study At 1.87 metres, Chen also boasts a court-cov- onships but twice relied on her ability to quickly title they won in 2013 with a 21-17 21-14 victory series of damaging blows for the sport showed that 29-34 percent of the 1,800 ering reach and used all of his attributes to rein string together points at crucial times to rally over China’s Liu Xiaolong and Qiu Zihan in the in the fast-starting Lee, realising he was domi- from behind in both games and secure victory in last match of the day. — Reuters in the countdown to the start of this competitors at the championships had year’s world championships in Beijing violated anti-doping rules in the previ- on Aug. 22. ous 12 months. Earlier investigations by ARD and “These findings demonstrate that the Sunday Times prompted claims doping is remarkably widespread that more than 800 athletes tested among elite athletes and remains between 2001 and 2012 had suspi- largely unchecked despite current bio- cious test results that were not fol- logical testing programmes,” the study lowed up by the IAAF. said. The IAAF has since initiated discipli- The study was financed by WADA, nary action against 28 athletes after which told the newspaper on Friday retesting samples from the 2005 and that they had given the IAAF the pow- 2007 world championships with new er to veto publication in return for technology that can uncover previous- allowing access to the athletes at the ly undetectable substances. The organ- 2011 championships. According to the isation came under heavy fire from the newspaper report the IAAF said it was authors of the 2011 study, which was negotiating with the authors and conducted by researchers at the WADA about its publication. University of Tuebingen in Germany “The IAAF is extremely surprised to and leaked to The Sunday Times and see WADA quoted on Friday as saying ARD/WDR. “The IAAF’s delaying publi- that the IAAF has a right of veto (if the cation for so long without good reason quote used by the Sunday Times is in is a serious encroachment on the free- fact accurate. The quote in the article dom of publication,” a statement from attributed from yesterday to the IAAF the researchers said. was never made),” the IAAF statement The statement added that the IAAF said. had not commissioned the survey but The lead author, Rolf Ulrich, said he had used its influence to suppress the and his fellow experts had been barred findings. from even discussing their work. “The Reacting to the latest accusations in IAAF is blocking it,” Ulrich told the a statement, the IAAF said it “had never newspaper. “I think they are stakehold- vetoed” publication of the survey and ers with WADA and they just blocked understood it had twice been rejected the whole thing.” for publication in a scientific journal. Some of the study’s headline fig- It also questioned the validity of the ures were leaked in America in research. “The IAAF does however have 2013, but the IAAF continued to serious reservations as to the interpre- prevent full publication, the news- tation of the results made by the paper said. — Reuters JAKARTA: China’s Chen Long returns a shot to Malaysia’s Lee Chong Wei during their men’s singles final match at the Badminton World Federation championships. — AP MONDAY, AUGUST 17, 2015 SPORTS Day charges to the top

KOHLER: Australian Jason Day used a with South African Branden Grace, who red-hot run around the turn and a solid spectacularly holed out from a greenside finish to seize a two-shot lead over bunker to birdie the last and card a best- Jordan Spieth after a pulsating third of-the-day 64. Germany’s Martin Kaymer, round of low scoring at the PGA winner of the 2010 PGA Championship Championship yesterday. played at Whistling Straits, drained three In pursuit of his first major victory long birdie putts to shoot 65 and pull after several close calls over the past five within four shots on a day when the scor- years, Day carded 66 in receptive condi- ing average was 70.6. tions at Whistling Straits to post a 15- Unheralded Australian Matt Jones, under total of 201. two ahead after the storm-delayed sec- The world number five picked up six ond round finished earlier on Saturday, shots in six holes from the ninth, includ- briefly moved three strokes clear before ing a 13-foot eagle putt at the 11th, and dropping four shots in the final four later rebounded from a double-bogey at holes for a 73 and a tie for sixth. the 15th by draining a curling 24-footer Jones had led by three standing on at the 17th. He could not break clear of the ninth tee but bogeyed the hole after Masters and U.S. Open champion Spieth, pulling his tee shot into a hospitality area who reignited his hopes of a rare third well left of the fairway. major victory this year by firing a bogey- “I’m still in it,” said Jones, who won his free 65 on a hot and steamy afternoon first PGA Tour title at last year’s Houston highlighted by birdies galore. “Today was Open. “I didn’t play great today ... golf a good day,” said Day, who has recorded runs like that, and it got me in the end.” nine top-10 finishes in the majors, six of Day’s lead is tenuous considering the them in the top four. “There was some man in second place. “On the back nine, mistakes here and there, but overall I hit it was nice to get in the zone,” said world a lot of good quality iron shots, hit a lot number two Spieth, who is seeking to of great drives out there, drove the ball emulate fellow Americans Ben Hogan really well. I’m very pleased with how I’m and Tiger Woods as the only players in putting. “So, one more day left. I got to the modern era to have won three keep pushing forward, keep grinding, majors in a single year. keep doing the best I can do out there “I’ll go into tomorrow strictly for the and see how it goes tomorrow.” history piece of trying to get my name on a different major. It’s a goal of mine to SPECTACULAR HOLE-OUT capture all four throughout my career. English world number six Justin Rose I’ve got a great opportunity to get the (68) was a further stroke back at 12 under third right now.” — Reuters PRETORIA: South Africa’s Morne van Wyk watches as New Zealand’s Grant Elliott bats, during the second T20 International cricket match between South Africa and New Zealand. —AP Guptill leads New Zealand to 32-run win over South Africa

CENTURION: Martin Guptill hit 60 as New Zealand earned a share of the series by win- SCOREBOARD ning the second Twenty 20 international against South Africa by 32 runs at SuperSport CENTURION, South Africa: Scoreboard in the second Twenty20 international between South Africa and New Park yesterday. Zealand at SuperSport Park yesterday. New Zealand made 177 for seven-their New Zealand South Africa highest total in a Twenty20 international M. Guptill c Miller b Behardien 60 H. Amla c Munro b Milne 14 against the Proteas-before restricting South K. Williamson c Abbott b Rabada 25 M. van Wyk c Ronchi b McClenaghan 3 Africa to 145 for eight. T. Latham c Amla b Leie 3 A. de Villiers c Neesham b McCullum 15 Stand-in captain Kane Williamson, leading G. Elliott lbw b Phangiso 20 R. Rossouw c Williamson b Sodhi 26 F. Behardien c Guptill b McCullum 36 a side missing several key players, some J. Neesham b Rabada 28 injured and others resting, was delighted with D. Miller c Munro b McClenaghan 29 L. Ronchi c Miller b Wiese 6 D. Wiese c McCullum b Sodhi 2 what he described as “a much improved C. Munro c De Villiers b Rabada 18 A. Phangiso c Williamson b Neesham 2 effort” following defeat by six wickets in the N. McCullum not out 1 K. Rabada not out 5 first match in Durban on Friday. “We touched A. Milne not out 10 K. Abbott not out 9 on a few areas which we needed to improve Extras (lb1, w5) 6 Extras (w4) 4 on after Durban,” said Williamson. Total (7 wkts, 20 overs) 177 Total (8 wkts, 20 overs) 145 “We wanted a few more runs in the middle Did not bat: I. Sodhi, M McClenaghan Did not bat: E. Leie Fall of wickets: 1-52 (Williamson), 2-70 (Latham), 3- Fall of wickets: 1-15 (Van Wyk), 2-19 (Amla), 3-47 (De overs and we managed that. We took wickets Villiers), 4-75 (Rossouw), 5-112 (Behardien), 6-115 at crucial moments but we were also quite 104 (Guptill), 4-113 (Elliott), 5-146 (Ronchi), 6-166 (Wiese), 7-123 (Phangiso), 8-131 (Miller) smart with our bowling.” (Munro), 7-166 (Neesham) Bowling: McCullum 4-0-31-2, Milne 4-0-27-1 (2w), South Africa were never on target in the Bowling: Phangiso 4-0-40-1 (2w), Abbott 4-0-44-0 McClenaghan 4-0-28-2 (1w), Neesham 3-0-22-1, chase after losing their first three batsmen, (1w), Rabada 4-0-30-3, Wiese 4-0-26-1 (1w), Leie 3-0- Sodhi 4-0-27-2, Elliott 1-0-10-0 32-1 (1w), Behardien 1-0-4-1 Result: New Zealand won by 32 runs. including world stars Hashim Amla and AB de Villiers, for 47 runs inside seven overs. New Zealand spinners Nathan McCullum series at the same venue on Wednesday. As in Fast bowler Rabada took three for 30, and Ish Sodhi both took two wickets and were the first match, Guptill and Williamson got including two wickets off successive balls in economical on a pitch which Williamson their side off to a fast start, putting on 52 off the penultimate over. But New Zealand’s admitted got more difficult to bat on in the 5.3 overs before Williamson was caught at bowlers struck early, with left-armer Mitchell second innings. third man off Kagiso Rabada for 25. McClenaghan having Morne van Wyk caught De Villiers, again captaining South Africa in The pair put on 68 for the first wicket in behind before Amla drove fast bowler Adam the absence of an injured Faf du Plessis, said Durban before the side subsided to 151 for Milne to point. De Villiers threatened briefly, his side were well beaten. “We were definitely eight. With Guptill making his 60 off 35 balls, hitting 15 off nine balls with two fours and a below par with the ball today and unfortu- New Zealand put up a better performance on six, before he was caught at long-on off nately we lost wickets at crucial times,” he Sunday but again there were no further major McCullum. After that, South Africa never said. The sides start a three-match one-day partnerships. looked likely to win. — AFP

WHISTLING STRAITS: Phil Mickelson reacts after holing a bunker shot on the sixth hole during the fourth round of the PGA Championship golf tournament. — AP Smith wins NASCAR Xfinity race

LEXINGTON: Regan Smith bumped his way long, a long time, I wasn’t going to pass the the first of a track-record eight cautions flew. No joke — a Samoan walks past Alex Tagliani in the Carousel a turn from opportunity up. “I’ve been wrecked so many The leaders pitted a final time just beyond the the finish Saturday to win the NASCAR Xfinity times on these road courses, I had to do what midway point on lap 43 during the fifth yel- onto a golf course and ... Series race at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course. I had to do right there. I didn’t spin him, just low. Smith, second a year ago on the 2.258- Driving for JR Motorsports, Smith ended a got the spot. We’re going to celebrate hard mile road course, was an equal to Tagliani and SHEBOYGAN: The family business, at least on afford too many buckets of balls at the local 52-race victory drought with his fifth career tonight.” Tagliani held on to finish second. “If I Buescher at mid-race. He took over the lead in the athletic side of the Finau family, was pro driving range, he propped up mattresses against win. Last week at Watkins Glen, he was knew that he was going to win like that prob- the pits, just beating Tagliani by a fender. football or basketball. Tony Finau, all 6-foot-4 the door and put down strips of carpet to hit off bumped twice in the closing laps and finished ably instead of passing him fair and square Tagliani caught Smith on Lap 61, but the and 200 pounds of him, was determined to play so his sons could practice as long as they want- 20th. “These guys work their butts off all early on in the race, I would have probably Canadian road racer couldn’t hold him off on golf. So if nothing else, his play Saturday was fur- ed. “It was all they wanted to do,” Kelepi laughed. week,” Smith said. “This car was destroyed pushed him off a bit,” the Canadian road racer the last lap. ther validation of a story that begins with two “I don’t think it was until Tony was 15 or 16, poor kids learning to play the game by banging when he made it out of state qualifying in the door tops down, they rebuilt it in one day. The said. “But he knows I’m not going to be there Ty Dillon was third, followed by Buescher, balls against a mattress in their garage and one junior PGA events, that I started to believe ‘Hey, guys back at the shop phenomenal job, my next weekend to retaliate.” Chase Elliott, Elliott Sadler, Brian Scott, Darrell of them winding up with a shot at a major title maybe he really does have the ability.’” Along the road guys have stuck behind me for a while. Tagliani and defending champion Chris Wallace, Dylan Lupton and Ben Rhodes. on the final day of the PGA Championship. way, there were stops at the “Ultimate Game,” a We’ve had a lot of opportunities to win. I hate Buescher had the two strongest cars early, but Buescher leads the standings, 24 points ahead “It was a tough finish, I’ve got to be sharper,” $50,000 ante-up-front competition in Las Vegas to do it in the last corner, but it’s been too both elected to pit on the eighth lap when of Dillon. — AP Finau (FEE-now) said after bogeying the final where Lee Trevino first saw both Finaus crash two holes at Whistling Straits for a 69 that left drives in the very exclusive neighborhood of him at 10 under, five strokes off the pace set by 400 yards. And then a successful cameo on “The leader Jason Day. “But I also learned a lot. Big Break,” Golf Channel’s reality TV show, which “I learned I can play in this kind of environ- Tony lost in the final with a PGA tournament ment, that I can control my emotions in con- invite at the end of the rainbow. tention at a major. ... I’m five shots back and a lot But there were tough times, too: Turning pro of really good guys ahead of me. But at least,” he at 17 (Gipper did so at 16) in hopes of making added, brightening, “I’m still in the conversation some badly needed cash in quickly. A handful of for tomorrow.” tries and misses at the tour’s Q-school. A car Growing up in Salt Lake City of mixed Tongan crash that took his mother’s life and left Finau and American Samoan descent, Finau looked with an ulcer, but only deepened his resolve. more like a candidate to follow second cousin Seven years of beating the bushes on a variety Jabari Parker into hoops and maybe someday, of minor-league golf circuits, with a growing the NBA. And he had more than one Division I family back home to feed. Finau finally made it suitor tossing scholarship offers his way. The oth- to the big leagues this year and he’s made plen- er option was to pack more pounds onto that ty of every opportunity: four top-10 finishes, lean frame and try to catch the same express highlighted by a pair of seventh-place ties and a train that another cousin, longtime Pro Bowler tie for eighth at the Memorial. He was two shots Haloti Ngata of the Detroit Lions, rode all the way off the lead heading into the weekend at the to the NFL. The story of how the 25-year-old U.S. Open, his first-ever major, and wound up in wound up on PGA Tour instead is a beauty. a tie for 14th. “I think that was the one that made “We lived in a tough neighborhood and we the difference,” recalled caddie Greg Bodine. didn’t know a thing about golf,” said his father, “Tony told me then he already knew he could Kelepi, one of seven family members at the stack up on normal tour courses. Once he course this week. “The idea was to find some- played Chambers Bay, he knew he could stack thing that would keep Tony and Gipper (11 up on places like this, too.” months younger) out of trouble. They’re the A long putt away from the scoring trailer, middle two of our seven kids and we already Kelepi Finau leaned against a fence and waited had a few others playing team sports. But they for his son to emerge. “For us to be out here is were passionate about it right away. something else,” he began, his voice softening. “And,” he added, “they were both pretty good “It’s unfortunate his mother never got to see right away.”It was Kelepi, who worked in the car- this, but green was her favorite color and he’ll be go depot at the Salt Lake City airport, who went wearing it tomorrow.” to the library and picked up a copy of Jack He paused. “He once told me every time the Nicklaus’ book, “Golf My Way” and taped pictures wind blows, he feels his mom is with him.” Here’s of the Golden Bear’s swing sequence to the hoping the wind blows strong and steady the walls of the garage. Because the family couldn’t entire final day. —AP LEXINGTON: Regan Smith drives during the NASCAR Xfinity Series Nationwide auto race at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course. — AP MONDAY, AUGUST 17, 2015 SPORTS

SYDNEY: Australian players celebrate after winning the Netball World Cup in Sydney yesterday. Australia defeated New Zealand in their final match 58-55. — AP Australia win Netball World Cup final

SYDNEY: Australia captured the Netball World from the opening quarter. accurate, with goal attack Maria Tutaia landing runners-up for the third time in succession Sydney’s SuperDome, one of the venues for Cup for the 11th time yesterday, surviving a Australian goal shooter Caitlin Bassett 38 of 53 attempts and goal shooter Bailey Mes after winning the tournament outright in the 2000 Olympics. Trailing by five goals at the late fight back from New Zealand to win the netted 48 of her 51 shots while goal attack draining 17 from 22. For the Australians, the 1967, 1987 and 2003 and being declared joint- end of the first quarter, the Roses took the final 58-55. The New Zealanders outscored the Natalie Medhurst made 10 of 13 for the win marked their 11th title from 14 editions of champions with Australia and Trinidad and lead in the second quarter and cruised to vic- Australians in each of the last three quarters Diamonds. The Silver Ferns had 11 more shots the tournaments, dating back to 1963, and Tobago in 1979. England easily beat Jamaica tory, with goal shooter Joanne Harten chalk- but were unable to erase a nine-goal deficit at goal than the Australians but were less their third in a row. New Zealand finished 66-44 to win the bronze medal match at ing up 52 goals. — Reuters Murray downs Nishikori

MONTREAL: Second Andy Murray breezed to a 6-3 6-0 semi-final victory over Kei Nishikori on Saturday to set up a final with Novak Djokovic at the Rogers Cup in Montreal. Top seed Djokovic defeated unseeded Jeremy Chardy of France 6-4 6-4 in the earlier semi-final. A three-time champion on the Canadian hardcourts, Djokovic has a 19-8 career record against Murray and has won their last eight meetings since the Scot beat Djokovic in the 2013 Wimbledon final. Murray has claimed two Canadian titles. Djokovic, who received treatment on a sore right elbow several times during changeovers, showed no signs of distress on the court as he dismissed Chardy in a tidy one hour, 20 minutes to run his record to 10- 0 against the Frenchman. “I didn’t allow Jeremy to find his forehand too much; one break per set was enough to win the match, could have done some things better but a win is a win,” said Djokovic, who did not face a break point the entire match. “It the (elbow trouble) comes and goes, now is not very pleasant. BRNO: Yamaha rider Jorge Lorenzo from Spain celebrates his victory in the MotoGP “Every day is a new day, I try to bury the pain, race at the Motorcycle Grand Prix of the Czech Republic at the Masaryk circuit. — AP play with the pain, it is part of what we do.” He said it was par for the course for every athlete in professional sport to have “something troubling” Lorenzo wins him. Chardy, who needed three hours and three tiebreaks to get past John Isner in the quarter- MONTREAL: Andy Murray, of Britain returns to Kei Nishikori of Japan during the semifinals at finals, got the match off to a shaky start when he the Rogers Cup tennis tournament. — AP handed Djokovic a break, with the help of a cou- was a welcome low-stress match for the Serbian, “I think I’m more tired,” the Japanese fourth Czech MotoGP ple of double faults, to open the match. who was pushed the brink of elimination in his seed said. “Everything was sore these couple of That was all Djokovic would need with Chardy Friday quarter-final, during which he survived days. Today it got a little bit worst so I couldn’t unable to apply kind of any pressure. Djokovic two match points to beat 87th-ranked Latvian really move 100 per cent. “Especially after the first BRNO: Spain’s Jorge Lorenzo won the the 22-year-old 2013 and 2014 champi- got the only break of the second set in the fifth Ernests Gulbis. In the late semi-final, Nishikori set, I was feeling it more and more. At the begin- Czech Republic MotoGP race in Brno yes- on. “In the beginning I tried to follow game and then held serve as Chardy again left appeared to be fatigued in the second set as ning of the first set I was okay, but after that I terday to level Yamaha teammate (Lorenzo) and I knew that with the new the court without taking a set from the Serb. It Murray won 12 of the final 13 points. wasn’t the same player.” — Reuters Valentino Rossi at the top of the overall tyres I could do it the first five or six laps championship standings after 11 out of but when the tyres dropped we strug- 18 races. gled with the grip. Swiss teen shocks Serena in Toronto Fellow Spaniard Marc Marquez, the “I just forgot about Jorge and tried to reigning champion and winner of the keep the distance with Valentino. Today previous two races, finished second we did the maximum. I’m happy for the TORONTO: World number one Serena Williams was ahead of Rossi. Lorenzo clocked 42min result,” added Marquez, who won at Brno dumped out of the Rogers Cup semi-finals 3-6 7-5 53.042sec on the 22 laps of the 5.4-kilo- in 2013. 6-4 by rising Swiss talent Belinda Bencic, who will meet Simona Halep in Sunday’s final after the metre (3.36-mile) circuit, finishing Rossi, who has made it on to the podi- Romanian second seed beat Sara Errani in straight 4.462sec ahead of Honda’s Marquez and um in all races so far this season, got off sets. 10.397sec clear of Rossi. to a poor start, losing two positions from Saturday’s defeat was just the second in 45 Both Lorenzo and Rossi have 211 third on the grid as Lorenzo and Marquez matches this season for Williams, who has won the points at the top of the overall standings sped ahead. first three grand slams of the year and will be but Lorenzo has won five races this sea- “Unfortunately my start was bad and I favourite for a fourth when the U.S. Open kicks off son against three wins for the Italian lost some time in the first laps,” said the at the end of the month. The unseeded Bencic, who superstar. Marquez in third has 159 36-year-old, who has won nine champi- also beat former world number ones Caroline points following a lacklustre start to the onship titles across all categories. Wozniacki and Ana Ivanovic in Toronto, wore a look season. “Jorge and Marc were faster than me of disbelief after the 18-year-old’s forehand winner “Luckily I had a little more pace than and I was a bit in trouble to ride the bike whizzed past Williams to seal the match. Marc and I could win this very important so I tried to push but I wasn’t fast and Bencic dropped her racket and covered her face victory for the championship,” said strong enough to stay with them,” he with her hands before the tears started to flow. “I Lorenzo, the 2010 and 2012 added, refusing to blame his choice of can’t believe it now,” said Bencic said. “The first set champion.”Now I lead the championship the hard tyre option on both wheels. was just too fast for me, I think. But then I adapted with Valentino and for Marc it is more dif- “I chose the best tyre for me during to the game in the second set, and then I was just ficult now to recover.” the practice, not to go faster in the sec- fighting. I mean I had 5-1 (in the third set). I’m so happy. It’s amazing.” The first non-Honda rider to win at ond half of the race,” said Rossi, who has Bencic will play for title against Halep, who beat Brno since his own victory here in 2010, won five top-class races at Brno, the last Italian Errani 6-4 6-4 in the other semi-final. “I’m not Lorenzo already dominated the free one in 2009. thinking about the title right now,” said Bencic. “I practice sessions in the southern Czech Andrea Iannone on a Ducati finished have to recover from today.” city before smashing the circuit record in fourth ahead of 2014 Brno winner Dani There looked to be little danger for Williams as qualifying on Saturday. Pedrosa on a Honda and fellow Italian she blazed to a 5-1 lead in the opening set and On the hot, dry Sunday afternoon, the and Ducati teammate Andrea Dovizioso. took it in just 33 minutes. Bencic played much bet- 28-year-old led all the way from pole Pedrosa worked his way up through ter in the final few games of the set, however, and position, with Marquez nestled in right the pack from ninth at the start following carried that momentum into the second, where she behind him. a heavy crash in Friday’s practice in took control after the score was tied at 3-3. But unlike at Indianapolis last week- which he injured his left foot. Bencic built a 5-1 lead of her own in the decider end, Marquez never got a chance to get In Moto2, championship leader but Williams then won three games in a row. The past Lorenzo, who gradually started to Johann Zarco of France took the honours Swiss composed herself and broke the 33-year-old broaden the gap. ahead of Spaniards Tito Rabat and Alex American to win the match. Riding on two medium compound Rins. And in Moto3, Italy’s Niccolo Halep, playing her first event since a shock first tyres, Lorenzo said he “was a bit worried Antonelli took a maiden victory ahead of round exit at Wimbledon, was happy to escape with a straight sets win in one hour, 35 minutes. at the end of the race” as the bike slid in compatriot Enea Bastianini and South “I’m completely dead now, it was a very tough traction, forcing him to “be careful with African rider Brad Binder in a race sus- match,” said an exhausted Halep, who dropped to the throttle.” pended for half an hour following a the court when Errani’s return sailed long. “She Marquez admitted that “it was really series of crashes that required a re-start. played amazing, she was running everywhere for difficult to win the race” given Lorenzo’s The next MotoGP event is the Great all the balls. “I did everything I could to finish in two pace. “But my target was try to win (fin- Britain grand prix at Silverstone on sets because in the third one I don’t know what TORONTO: Belinda Bencic, of Switzerland, reacts after defeating Serena Williams of the United ish) in front of Valentino and I did,” added August 30. — AFP would happen.” — Reuters States, during the Rogers Cup semifinal tennis tournament. — AP MONDAY, AUGUST 17, 2015 SPORTS Wolfsburg see off Frankfurt

BERLIN: Last season’s Bundesliga runners-up VfL Wolfsburg opened their new league campaign with a 2-1 win over Eintracht Frankfurt yesterday as all three goals came in the opening 20 minutes. Dieter Hecking’s side, who finished 10 points behind champions Bayern Munich last season, flew out of the blocks at the Volkswagen Arena with Croatia winger Ivan Perisic and Dutch striker Bas Dost putting them 2-0 up. Wolves were rewarded for some patient build-up play as new striker Max Kruse fired in a brilliant cross which Perisic headed home at the far post on 13 minutes. They doubled their lead four minutes later after calamitous Frankfurt defending in the area as Kruse poked the ball across the face of goal and Dost buried his shot from close range. Frankfurt fought back with defensive midfielder Stefan Reinartz taking advantage of some sloppy Wolfsburg defending to pull a goal back for the visitors on 19 minutes. It proved to be the end of the scoring, although both sides had second-half chances as Perisic in particular went close. Later, VfB Stuttgart lost 3-1 at home to Cologne as Anthony Modeste converted a second-half penalty and Simon Zoller doubled the visitors’ lead two minutes later before Stuttgart’s Daniel Didavi netted a late spot-kick. Japan striker Yuya Osako came off the bench to claim Cologne’s third goal just before the final whistle by tapping home Modeste’s pass. After Bayern kicked off the new season with a 5-0 hammering of Hamburg on Friday night, Borussia Dortmund threw down the gauntlet to the defending champions with a 4-0 drubbing of Borussia Moenchengladbach on Saturday. New signing Douglas Costa was outstanding on Bayern’s left wing and slotted the final goal after Thomas Mueller scored twice, while centre- back Medhi Benatia headed the opening goal in an impressive display. However, Dortmund’s new coach Thomas FRANCE: Reims’ French defender Anthony Weber (right) vies with Marseille’s French Tuchel began his tenure in emphatic style as his midfielder Mario Lemina (center) during the Ligue 1 football match. — AFP side ran riot at home to Gladbach with left- GERMANY: Frankfurt’s Stefan Aigner (left) and Wolfsburg’s Ricardo Rodriguez challenge for the winger Henrikh Mkhitaryan scoring twice as ball during the German Bundesliga soccer match. — AP Marco Reus and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang Reims bury Marseille also netted. Earlier, Bayer Leverkusen had scored their second-half winner. Felix Wiedwald and into his own net. warmed up for their Champions League play-off Fellow new boys Darmstadt finished their Cameroon striker Eric Choupo-Moting con- PARIS: A first-half Hamari Traore goal hand- We’ve put last Sunday (Bielsa’s resignaton) clash at Lazio on Tuesday with a 2-1 comeback first game in the Bundesliga for 33 years with a verted a pass from his international team-mate ed Reims back-to-back wins in a 1-0 victory behind us,” said Passi. “We mustn’t hide win against Hoffenheim. 2-2 draw against Hanover as fleet-footed winger Joel Matip on 68 minutes before Huntelaar fin- which condemned struggling Marseille to behind that excuse. But it’s clear that it will Leverkusen face Lazio away on Tuesday, with Marcel Heller scored twice and the hosts twice ished off a superb counter-attack on 85 minutes their second consecutive defeat of the not be easy and it will take time to find a the return on August 26, for a place in the hit the crossbar. Schalke picked up their first win by 19-year-old substitute Leroy Sane, who had Ligue 1 campaign yesterday. solution.” Champions League group stage and 19-year-old under new coach Andre Breitenreiter with a 3-0 just come on. Meanwhile, Paraguay striker Raul Marseille, still reeling from the shock res- Marseille’s forward line of Michy Julian Brandt came off the bench to score their victory at Werder Bremen. The hosts conceded Bobadilla penned a contract extension at ignation of coach Marcelo Bielsa following Batshuayi, Florian Thauvin, Romain winner at home to Hoffenheim. an unlucky first-half own goal when Czech Augsburg until 2018 only to be sent off just 45 their opening 1-0 defeat to Caen, failed to Alessandrini and Lucas Ocampos rarely Newly-promoted Ingolstadt celebrated their defender Theodor Gebre Selassie beat Schalke minutes into the new Bundesliga season on threaten the Champagne side who won threatened Reims goalkeeper Kossi Agassa. debut in Germany’s top flight with a 1-0 win at striker Klaas-Jan Huntelaar to the ball, only for Saturday in his team’s 1-0 defeat at home to their opening two matches of the season Winger Alessandrini got a rare chance Mainz as Austria international Lukas Hinterseer his clearance to loop over Werder goalkeeper Hertha Berlin. — AFP for the first time since returning to the elite after 12 minutes but fired over only for four years ago. Reims to break the deadlock two minutes “It’s satisfying to achieve another win later, Mali defender Traore volleying low against a big team after Bordeaux,” said into the net after Benjamin Mendy had Monk slams Newcastle ‘kickers’ Reims coach Olivier Guegan, whose side headed away a corner. Shaken Marseille provisionally take top spot equal on six paid for their lack of precision and rarely SWANSEA: Swansea manager Garry Monk Five minutes before half-time, the Dutchman netting in the 2-2 draw at champions Chelsea last points with Caen, 1-0 winners on Saturday threatened Agassa, while by contrast Reims accused Steve McClaren’s Newcastle of trying to was shown a second yellow card for tugging the weekend. “I knew he (Gomis) would score goals against Toulouse, and ahead of yesterday’s could have added to their tally but for some kick Ecuadorian winger Jefferson Montero out of 25-year-old’s shirt. McClaren was less than but he is contributing well all over the pitch too. later games when champions Paris Saint- fine goalkeeping by OM captain Steve the game in the Welsh side’s 2-0 win at the pleased with Jones for brandishing the second It was a great build up for that goal. And Andre Germain are at home to newly-promoted Mandanda. Mandanda, who was making his Liberty Stadium on Saturday. yellow card and claimed the official could have did exceptionally well too,” said Monk. Corsican minnows Gazelec Ajaccio. 300th Ligue 1 appearance, did well to keep Goals from Bafetimbi Gomis and Andre Ayew been a little less hasty. “I thought the second card “I talked to the players all week about good “We got our own back for the blow last out another Traore effort on 29 minutes and saw the Swans beat the Magpies in the Premier was harsh. It was a long way from goal,” said teams backing up good performances with year,” added Guegan, whose side lost 5-0 at David N’Gog’s shot on 61. League clash, but Monk was irritated by the McClaren. “Ok, Daryl had made his presence another. We got that. They were excellent.” home to Marseille last season. “The team Marseille will be desperate for a win next treatment dished out to Montero. known-which he needed to do-but it was a little Former England boss McClaren has yet to were organised, disciplined and structured, Sunday at home against newly-promoted “I thought Jeff was a little more quiet today, tug. I thought the referee could have been experience a win in his first two league games in but we have to keep our feet on the ground, Troyes, who came from behind to claim but you could see their tactic was basically to try lenient. I could complain but it would be a limp charge of the Magpies, and he pleaded for there’s a long way to go.” their second consecutive draw with a 3-3 to kick him,” said Monk, who insisted Newcastle one. From then on it’s very difficult.” In response improved discipline from his side. Bielsa’s assistant Franck Passi took charge stalemate at home against Nice on full-back Daryl Janmaat was right to be sent-off to Monk’s claim that Newcastle set out to target “We’ve learned nothing today apart from we in Reims but insisted the Argentine’s depar- Saturday. Passi added: “There has only been for his bruising challenges on Montero. Montero, McCaren added: “I don’t think we are need to keep 11 players on the field. You can’t ture could not be used as an excuse as two matches, there’s a long way to go. I’m “However, all credit to the referee (Mike capable of doing that (kicking). I don’t think the win in the Premier League with 10 players and it’s Marseille lie in the relegation zone. not feeling any particular pressure. We’re Jones), he spotted that early and quite rightly the game represents that now. Our team is a football obviously very difficult against a very good “We have to stop talking about trauma! just going to get back to work.”— AFP player was sent off in the end. He needs to be team. We are not kickers, so I would dispute that.” Swansea team,” he said. “We lost (Moussa) protected.” Montero caused McClaren’s side all Ayew, a summer signing from Marseille, con- Sissoko as well and we had a mountain to climb. sorts of trouble in a first half that saw Gomis give tinued his excellent start to life with Swansea as “So, I don’t think you can judge us on that Rodgers schools new Swansea an eighth-minute lead. he bagged the second goal after 52 minutes to game and performance, which is a shame. It’s kind In the end referee Jones ran out of patience kill off Newcastle’s challenge. of a waste of a game when we need to learn about boys in magic of Anfield with Janmaat, who he booked for a crude chal- That was the Ghanaian international’s second the players and what we can do and the way we lenge on the winger in the 16th minute. goal in as many league games like Gomis-after go about things,” added McClaren. — AFP LONDON: Liverpool manager Brendan debut at Stoke. Liverpool twice won at Rodgers has given his new players a Bournemouth in cup competitions in sneak preview of Anfield ahead of their 2014, prevailing 2-0 in the fourth round Barcelona boss bullish first Premier League home game of the of the 2013-14 FA Cup and then winning season against Bournemouth on 3-1 in last season’s League Cup quarter- despite 4-goal deficit Monday. finals. Rodgers handed competitive debuts But Howe will be the first manager to MADRID: Barcelona boss Luis Even though we didn’t play well the to five new signings in last weekend’s 1- take Bournemouth to Anfield since Enrique has insisted his side can pull difference in the scoreline was exag- 0 win at Stoke City, which saw Liverpool January 1968, when a team playing off a monumental fightback on gerated,” said defender Javier prevail courtesy of a memorable long- under the banner of Bournemouth and Monday to add the Spanish Super Mascherano. range strike by Philippe Coutinho in the Boscombe Athletic lost 4-1 in an FA Cup 86th minute. Liverpool encountered third-round replay. Howe is also expect- Cup to their 2015 trophy haul “We need to be convinced that some difficulties at home last season, ed to keep faith with the XI that he despite trailing Athletic Bilbao 4-0 we can do it. The difficulty is huge, losing four games and drawing five, and selected on the opening weekend, heading into the second leg. the result isn’t an easy one but it is in a bid to help the new recruits acclima- when the club from the south coast lost An under-strength Barca side was an important challenge for us. No tise to the famous stadium, Rodgers 1-0 at home to Aston Villa in their first blown away by the Basques on one has ever done it in a Spanish held a training session there on Friday. ever top-flight fixture. He wants to give Friday as they exacted revenge for Super Cup. “I felt it was important for our new the players who took Bournemouth to defeat in May’s Copa del Rey final at “If we play well we will score players, and the new staff, to acquaint the Championship title a chance to the Camp Nou thanks to Aritz goals. Hopefully, we can get enough themselves with Anfield,” he told his pre- prove themselves in the Premier League Aduriz’s hat-trick and a spectacular to turn the tie around. “The most match press conference. and aside from Harry Arter, Shaun opener from just inside the Barca important thing in these type of “They know how special it is. They MacDonald and Christian Atsu, his half by Mikel San Jose. games is the mental aspect. The trained well last night (Friday) and obvi- squad is fully fit. However, a defiant Enrique insist- team is well prepared in this sense. ously we’re looking forward to the game At 37, Howe is one of the most highly ed a goal-laden squad spearheaded The desire to win another title makes today. “It’s a really special place to play rated young managers in the country by Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez is you forget the first leg. football and it’s going to be very impor- and he is excited about pitting his wits capable of turning the tie around. “We all believe the possibility tant again for us, if we’re going to have a against Rodgers and his newly appoint- “We are completely convinced exists to comeback. Obviously it is a good season, that our home form is sec- ed assistant Sean O’Driscoll. that if we do things well we will have final and the opponent will be pre- ond-to-none. Howe previously worked under a chance,” Enrique said yesterday. pared, but we know we have to “A big part of that is the support we O’Driscoll, who was one of his predeces- “There is no doubt we will try to do team capable of doing it.” receive at home. So we’re looking for- sors at Bournemouth, and has been it. I have looked at the statistics and Barca believe history could also ward to the game.” Liverpool toiled at impressed by the philosophies that last season we scored four or more be on their side. A Messi hat-trick the Britannia Stadium until Coutinho’s Rodgers has successively instilled at goals in 18 games. sparked a 4-0 win over Sevilla in the late flash of inspiration and Rodgers will Swansea City and Liverpool. “(Rodgers “When Barca play well anything 2010 Super Cup after a similarly hope to see more invention from his for- has) been a role model, really, for me, can happen.” It was the first time weakened side had lost the first leg ward players against promoted someone you look up to and admire,” Barca had lost by four goals against 3-1. Athletic’s first-leg performance Bournemouth. said Howe. “I admired watching his Spanish opposition for eight years was all the more impressive as they New £32.5 million ($50.8 million, 45.8 Swansea teams play. “When you try and and the first time in 14 years they are also missing four first-team regu- million euros) striker Christian Benteke analyse games and analyse systems, and had conceded four times in two con- lars through injury. saw his only attempt at goal blocked, philosophies, he’s certainly someone secutive matches. Inaki Williams, Ander Iturraspe, while Adam Lallana was hooked in the that I’ve looked at. I respect the way he The European champions had Mikel Rico and Iker Muniain are all 63rd minute after an ineffective display. conducts himself as well.” beaten Sevilla 5-4 after extra time in expected to miss out once more and Brazil forward Roberto Firmino, a £29 Howe said that O’Driscoll, who has energy-sapping conditions in the Aduriz remains cautious. million ($45.3 million, 40.8 million euros) replaced Colin Pascoe in the Anfield Georgian capital Tbilisi to win the “We cannot think that Barca in acquisition from Hoffenheim, made a dug-out, was “hugely influential” when UEFA Super Cup just three days prior their stadium can’t score four goals. late entrance as a substitute and the pair worked together. to their trip to Bilbao. They are the best and capable of Rodgers has revealed the 23-year-old “I certainly believe Sean had a huge Enrique had left out the likes of doing anything.” Victory would end a will soon be in a position to start after part in my management style,” he Gerard Pique, Sergio Busquets, Ivan 31-year barren run without a trophy building up his fitness. added. Obviously he’s moved on and I Rakitic and Andres Iniesta from the for Athletic and would be particular- Rodgers could name an unchanged haven’t seen or worked with him for a start at San Mames as a result. ly sweet after they lost the Copa del side for the visit of Eddie Howe’s team, long time, but I think that stays with Yet, they will be back close to full- Rey final to Barca in three of the past which would mean 18-year-old Joe you. I was very lucky, as a young profes- strength for the return with only the seven years as well as the Super Cup Gomez continuing at left-back after sional, to have such a forward-thinking ill Neymar and injured Jordi Alba in 2009. “If we lift the Cup it will be making an impressive competitive coach as Sean.” — AFP SPAIN: Athletic Bilbao’s head coach Ernesto Valverde watches play during missing out. “After the result you are the best night of my career,” added a Spanish Super Cup soccer match first leg against Barcelona. — AFP down because no one expected it. Aduriz —AFP Chen defeats Lee Guptill leads New in world defence Zealand to win 16 over17 South Africa MONDAY, AUGUST 17, 2015

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MANCHESTER: Manchester City’s Vincent Kompany scores against Chelsea during the English Premier League soccer match against Chelsea at Etihad stadium. — AP City sharpen Chelsea’s pain

bleak week for Chelsea manager Jose to start in last Monday’s 3-0 win at West Matic and rolling the ball inside the left- the funny side and went after his assailant Mourinho, caught in a storm over his demo- Bromwich Albion, but he returned to the hand post. as the teams went down the tunnel at half- Man City 3 tion of team doctor Eva Carneiro and head starting XI in place of Wilfried Bony and was All Chelsea could muster in response time. physiotherapist Jon Fearn and who with- immediately in the thick of the action. Less was a low shot from Cesc Fabregas that The teams’ re-emergence proved no less drew his skipper John Terry at half-time for than a minute had elapsed when David Silva flashed wide and Eliaquim Mangala almost remarkable as Terry left the fray, with Kurt the first time in 177 league games. pierced the Chelsea defence with a through made it 2-0 when he headed fractionally Zouma taking his place. Ramires thought he Chelsea 0 But it was a day to savour for his City ball, but Aguero’s attempt to nutmeg Asmir wide from the impressive Aleksandar had equalised, only for his celebrations to counterpart Manuel Pellegrini, whose side Begovic-standing in for the suspended Kolarov’s free-kick. be cut short by an offside flag, and despite went top of the table as they marked the Thibaut Courtois-was unsuccessful, the ball Begovic accidentally caught Gary Cahill Chelsea’s need for a goal, City continued to opening of a new 6,000-seat tier in the cannoning back off the Bosnian goalkeep- in the face with a punch as the ball flew in threaten, with Toure and Aguero going MANCHESTER: Manchester City deepened South Stand with a performance that sug- er’s left knee. and the sight of Chelsea’s new medics, Chris close. Chelsea sharpened their attack by the gloom at Chelsea with a rousing 3-0 vic- gested they have dislodged Chelsea as the From the rebound, Jesus Navas drilled Hughes and Steven Hughes, scampering on sending Juan Cuadrado on for Ramires, City tory at the Etihad Stadium yesterday that English top flight’s team to beat. across goal and wide, but the pattern had drew a torrent of ironic applause from the firmed up by introducing Samir Nasri for took them five points clear of the Premier After angering Mourinho by running on been set and Aguero would go close on a home fans, who baited the hapless pair with Navas, before Hazard spurned a chance to League champions. to treat Eden Hazard when Chelsea were further three occasions before finally break- chants of ‘You’re getting sacked in the equalise, shooting straight at Joe Hart from Sergio Aguero opened the scoring in typ- down to 10 men in last weekend’s 2-2 draw ing through. morning!’ and ‘Eva! Eva! Eva!’ Costa’s cut-back. ically deft fashion in the 31st minute before with Swansea City, neither Carneiro nor Silva cut in from the right and found There were more cheers seconds later But as Chelsea readied Radamel Falcao, late goals from captain Vincent Kompany-his Fearn were present on the visitors’ bench, Aguero, who laid the ball off to Yaya Toure. when Diego Costa went down after being Kompany climbed highest at the near post second in two games-and Fernandinho sig- but as the home fans would demonstrate, The Ivorian’s return pass reached Aguero at caught by an elbow from Fernandinho, to direct Silva’s corner inside the right-hand nalled the end of a breathless, spiky contest. they were very much there in spirit. chest height, but he chested the ball down obliging City’s medical staff to go to his aid, post before Fernandinho’s 20-yard drive put The result brought the curtain down on a Aguero had not been deemed fit enough impeccably before easing past Nemanja but the snarling Spain striker did not see the game to bed.— AFP EPL results/standings Arsenal back on track LONDON: Collated English Premier League results yesterday: Crystal Palace 1 (Ward 28) Arsenal 2 (Giroud 16, Delaney 55-og); Manchester City 3 (Aguero 31, Kompany 79, Fernandinho 85) a repeat of the slow start that shattered Chelsea 0 their title challenge last season. Crystal Palace 1 Key to Arsenal’s hopes of a first title Playing today since 2004 is the form of Alexis Sanchez Liverpool v Bournemouth (1900 GMT) and the Chile winger, making a belated maiden start of the season after his coun- Played Saturday try’s victorious Copa America campaign, Southampton 0 Everton 3 (Lukaku 22, 45, Barkley Arsenal 2 was quickly back in the thick of the action. 84);Sunderland 1 (Watmore 88) Norwich 3 (Martin 26, Whittaker 37, Redmond 57);Swansea 2 (Gomis 9, Ayew 52) Newcastle After Yohan Cabaye’s shot from a Palace 0;Tottenham 2 (Dier 19, Chadli 45+2) Stoke 2 (Arnautovic 78- corner had been blocked, Arsenal broke at pen, Diouf 83); Watford 0 West Brom 0;West Ham 1 (Payet 55) speed and Mesut Ozil sent Sanchez Leicester 2 (Okazaki 27, Mahrez 38). LONDON: Arsenal got back on track after through on goal. However, Sanchez’s pon- their opening day meltdown as Olivier derous touch allowed Ward to block his English Premier League table after yeterday’s matches (played, Giroud’s superb volley inspired a 2-1 first shot before his effort from the rebound won, drawn, lost, goals for, goals against, points): Premier League win against Crystal Palace was cleared off the line by James McArthur. Man City 2 2 0 0 6 0 6 yesterday. Even so, Palace’s last-ditch defending Leicester 2 2 0 0 6 3 6 Arsene Wenger’s side were embarrassed was never likely to keep Arsenal at bay for LONDON: Arsenal’s Olivier Giroud (right) vies for the ball with Crystal Palace’s Man Utd 2 2 0 0 2 0 6 by a woeful 2-0 home defeat against West long and Wenger’s men deservedly took Joel Ward during the English Premier League soccer match. — AP Everton 2 110524 Ham United last weekend, but they went the lead in the 16th minute. Swansea 2 1 1 0 4 2 4 some way to restoring their confidence Lambasted by Arsenal fans for his incon- played for much of the first half, suddenly Francis Coquelin was lucky to escape a Crystal Palace 2 1 0 1 4 3 3 with a gritty display at Selhurst Park. While sistent form last season, Giroud still retains found themselves level. red card when the Arsenal midfielder, West Ham 2 1 0 1 3 2 3 it was still far from a vintage Arsenal per- Wenger’s support and he showed why with With Arsenal’s defence fatally backing already on a booking, clattered into Liverpool 1 1 0 0 1 0 3 formance, there were reasons for Wenger an instinctive strike that should silence his off too far, Yannick Bolasie was able to Wilfried Zaha just before half-time. Norwich 2 1 0 1 4 4 3 to be encouraged-none more significant critics for a while. chest down to McArthur, who teed up Wenger’s side had another let-off soon Aston Villa 2 1 0 1 1 1 3 than the memorable strike from much-criti- Ozil, surging down the left edge of the Ward on the edge of the area and the right- after the interval when Connor Wickham Arsenal 2 1 0 1 2 3 3 cised France forward Giroud which opened penalty area, whipped a cross towards back drilled a superb strike beyond Petr stretched to poke Zaha’s cross onto the Watford 2 0 2 0 2 2 2 the scoring in the first half. Giroud and from 12 yards out the French Cech into the far corner. near post. And Arsenal enjoyed another Stoke 2 0 1 1 2 3 1 Also heartening for Wenger was the way striker pivoted to guide an acrobatic left- Cech had been castigated for his role in stroke of good fortune to go back in front Tottenham 2 0 1 1 2 3 1 Arsenal refused to be shaken by Joel Ward’s foot volley past Palace keeper Alex the West Ham loss and, while this wasn’t an in the 55th minute when Sanchez’s down- Newcastle 2 0 1 1 2 4 1 excellent equaliser, keeping their equilibri- McCarthy for his first goal of the season. obvious mistake, he might regret the way ward header from Hector Bellerin’s cross Chelsea 2 0 1 1 2 5 1 um to regain the lead through a Damien Sanchez threatened to double Arsenal’s he failed to fully extend his arms as he was diverted into his own net by Palace Southampton 2 0 1 1 2 5 1 Delaney own goal and holding firm in the lead when he cut in from the right to fire a dived. While Cech rued the one that got captain Delaney. In a tense finale, Arsenal West Brom 2 0 1 1 0 3 1 closing stages to secure their first win of low shot that McCarthy pushed away. away, a fine save from McCarthy stopped grew increasingly nervous, but they clung Bournemouth 1 0 0 1 0 1 0 the season. The Gunners hadn’t lost at But Arsenal’s Achilles heel remains their Aaron Ramsey restoring Arsenal’s lead on as Jordon Mutch headed over from Sunderland 2 0 0 2 3 7 0 Palace since 1979 and extending that run fragile defence and they were exposed when the Wales midfielder met Ozil’s cross close range and Ward saw his header held was essential as Wenger’s team try to avoid again in the 28th minute as Palace, out- with a flicked shot. on the line by Cech. — AFP China’s devaluation of Yuan raises concerns over global economic growth Page 23 Business Slump in oil-by-rail shipments boosts business MONDAY, AUGUST 17, 2015 Page 25 Greece’s euro partners approve Jet Airways - Etihad Airways partnership delivering strong results billions in loans

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BEIJING: Two men walk past automatic teller machines at the entrance of a bank in Beijing. China cut the yuan’s value against the dollar last week, roiling global financial markets and driving expectations the currency could be set for further falls. — AFP Saudi money market turmoil shows bank jitters Banks easily absorb last week’s sovereign bond issue

DUBAI: Turmoil in the Saudi Arabian money This has left banks in the dark about how Emirates NBD, Dubai’s biggest bank. port this endeavour,” said Anirban Kundu, “Markets believe there is an increasing markets suggests that financing the govern- many more bonds they might be asked to buy “I expect riyal spreads to go higher from head of investment advisory services at Saudi chance of the dollar peg being broken in the ment’s budget deficit in an era of cheap oil in coming months and years. Bankers, there- here as liquidity in the system becomes tight Fransi Capital. medium term, given low oil prices and poten- may not be smooth as banks worry about the fore, are scrambling to hedge against the risk due to lower oil revenue-related deposits, The prospect worrying bankers, however, is tial strains on the balance of payments,” said risk of a liquidity squeeze. of a liquidity crunch a year or two from now, large local currency bond issuance by the that unless oil prices rise sharply or the gov- James Reeve, deputy chief economist at The government sold 20 billion riyals ($5.3 causing the Saudi money curve to steepen Saudi government and increased demand for ernment commits to shrinking its deficit with Samba Financial Group. billion) of riyal bonds to banks last Tuesday to even as the U.S. curve flattens in anticipation hedging from the corporates as U.S. rates spending cuts, which it has shown little sign of “We don’t believe that the peg will be bro- help to cover a huge deficit caused by low oil of an interest rate rise this year - an unusual begin to rise.” doing, heavy bond sales may continue indefi- ken,” added Reeve, who predicted that pres- prices. It was only the second sovereign bond divergence. With Brent oil priced at about $50 a barrel, nitely. sure on money market liquidity from the issue since 2007; the first, placed with quasi- The cost of two-year riyal deposits in the Riyadh is running an annual state budget Some bankers think authorities may be launch of the government bond programme sovereign institutions, occurred in July. interbank market shot up to 1.53 percent last deficit estimated by analysts at between $130 reluctant to issue a public issuance calendar would be offset by reduced private sector Cash-rich Saudi banks easily absorbed last week from as low as 1.05 percent six weeks billion and $150 billion. because, with oil prices volatile and long-term credit demand as the economy slows. week’s issue, but money market moves show earlier. The cost of swapping fixed for floating The 40 percent issuance ceiling suggests government spending plans uncertain, they As yet, investors are far from panic-stricken concern about their ability to absorb the mul- payments with a one-year interest rate swap that Riyadh may sell 15 billion to 20 billion have little clear idea of how many bonds they about the peg being broken or Riyadh having ti-year series of issues that may become neces- jumped 30 basis points from July. riyals of bonds each month. In June commer- will ultimately have to sell. trouble with its debt. Five-year Saudi credit sary if oil prices remain low. cial banks had 266 billion riyals in central bank default swaps (CDS) are up only marginally in Adding to the jitters is officials’ secrecy US rate pressure bills and non-statutory central bank deposits, Dollar peg the past few weeks and well below 2012 lev- about their bond plans. Authorities have pri- One-year US dollar/Saudi riyal forwards hit suggesting they could buy bonds for a year Bankers said that the jump in dollar/riyal els. vately told banks no more than 40 percent of 290 points, their highest since March 2003. For without cutting loans to private sector compa- forwards was mostly because of changing However, one currency strategist at a for- the deficit will be financed with bonds; the most of 2015 they were between zero and 100 nies. interest rate differentials, but some attributed eign bank said the minimal movement in the rest will be covered by running down fiscal points. “Given the government’s stated intention it partly to concern that if cheap oil forces CDS market is partly down to its lack of liquidi- reserves. But authorities have not released a The prospect of a US rate rise has added to to finance 40 percent of the deficit through Riyadh to keep drawing down its foreign ty and that CDS spreads could at some point bond issuance calendar or detailed figures for upward pressure on Saudi market rates, said issuances, we believe the banks in the king- reserves, it might eventually have to abandon reflect the pressure evident in the currency the government’s borrowing requirement. Anita Yadav, head of fixed income research at dom have more than ample liquidity to sup- the riyal’s peg to the dollar. market. — Reuters Bahrain to remove subsidies on meat as oil hits budget

DUBAI: Bahrain will remove government compensation for citizens. Previously offi- subsidies on meat from Sept 1, allowing cials have said citizens would receive cash domestic prices to rise, state news agency payments; foreigners, who comprise BNA reported as the government sought about half of Bahrain’s population of to save money as low oil prices pressure roughly 1.3 million, would not be com- its budget. pensated. Like other oil exporting Gulf states BNA quoted Zayani as saying the Bahrain has for many years subsidised removal of subsidies would help to stimu- goods and services such as meat, fuel, late meat imports into Bahrain by encour- electricity and water, keeping prices ultra- aging more importers to get involved. He low in an effort to buy social peace. did not elaborate. Since last year the subsidies have Also Zayani did not reveal how much become increasingly difficult for govern- money the government expected to save ments to afford as oil prices have by removing meat subsidies. A state plunged, slashing export revenues. budget approved last month envisaged a Bahrain, with much smaller oil and finan- deficit of 1.50 billion dinars ($3.98 billion) cial reserves than its Gulf neighbours, has in 2015, up from an originally planned been particularly hard hit. deficit of 914 million dinars last year. So Bahrain has been examining possi- Passage of the budget was delayed by ble subsidy cuts and the removal of subsi- six months partly because parliament dies from meat could eventually be fol- opposed the cabinet’s intention to cut lowed by similar moves on other goods subsidies. In the end the cabinet agreed and services. to work with legislators and the Shura However, Bahraini citizens will be com- Council, a top advisory body, to overhaul pensated for the higher meat prices, BNA the subsidy system. Other Gulf states quoted Industry and Commerce Minister have also begun to reduce subsidies or Zayed bin Rashed al-Zayani as saying late are considering doing so. In the biggest UKRAINE: A stork is pictured near a combine harvester gathering grain from a field in the village of Mala Divytsa on July 27, 2015. The three on Saturday. reform to date, the United Arab Emirates brand new combines working these fields about 100 kilometres (60 miles) north of Kiev are integral elements in the maddening state of affairs Zayani did not specify how much cut subsidies for domestic sales of gaso- the crisis-wracked ex-Soviet state faces. Ukraine’s total crop production reached a post-Soviet record of 63 million tonnes in 2014 and is on prices might rise by or give details of the line this month. —Reuters course to nearly match that mark this year. — AFP MONDAY, AUGUST 17, 2015 BUSINESS Chinese currency will soon be global ASIYA CAPITAL INVESTMENTS WEEKLY ANALYSIS KUWAIT: After decades relying on revenues plement global liquidity and whose value is included in the SDR basket on the basis that the Today, the RMB is the second most used curren- or already hold, renminbi assets, in anticipation from exports to invest at home and generate exclusively based on the four most traded cur- RMB was not “freely usable”, according to the fol- cy in trade finance, the fifth for global payments for the inclusion of the yuan in the SDR basket. growth, China wants to move towards a con- rencies - the US dollar, the euro, the British lowing indicators: the currency composition of - behind the four currencies that are included in Progress to internationalize the currency sumption based model. But to do so it needs to pound and the Japanese yen. The IMF reviews official foreign exchange reserves, international the SDR basket -, and the fifth in international came too late for this round of decision making. find an alternative source of financing. A solu- every five years its SDR composition, the latest banking liabilities, international debt securities banking liabilities (based on deposits abroad). The G7 and the IMF have praised the evolution tion for this problem would be to open up to being this year. However, the IMF is considering and global forex markets turnovers. The RMB did By other metrics, the renminbi remains a small of the RMB, but hinted that China is not there foreign capital. Instead of obtaining revenues delaying the decision on the RMB’s inclusion in not meet requirements in all four elements. currency, but progress is encouraging: its use for yet. In the upcoming several months, we expect from exports, they could come from investors. the SDR basket to next year, allowing more time issuance of international debt securities rose China to introduce additional liberalizing The decision is complicated because it implies for China to meet all the requirements. If the RMB trading band from less than 0.1% to 0.4% of the world’s debt reforms, with more to follow even if the IMF losing a great share of control over the financial Chinese currency is included, demand for RMB Gradually, China made efforts to integrate in in a matter of five years. In terms of forex mar- does not accept the renminbi in the exclusive system, but after years of consideration, China will be boosted, as central banks and investors the global financial system, particularly after the kets, renminbi transactions increased from 0.1% club of SDR currencies. The latest move took decided to go for it, and pursue the goal of inter- will feel more comfortable holding the Chinese succession in leadership in 2012. The measures to 1.1%. There is one indicator in which the ren- place last week, when the Chinese central bank nationalizing the renminbi (RMB). As part of the currency. AXA estimates that as much as 10% of adopted included the setting up of offshore minbi lags behind: official foreign exchange adopted a new measure that aligns the previous process, China has requested to be included in global reserves ($11.6 trillion) would flow into yuan-trading hubs, the launch of the Shanghai- reserves. Central banks prefer other currencies day’s spot rate to the next day’s reference rate, the basket of “Special Drawing Rights” (SDR) cur- yuan-denominated assets, roughly ten times Hong Kong stock connect, the establishment of to keep in their vaults, but that is about to which led to the depreciation of the currency. rencies. The SDR is an international monetary this year’s amount. free-trade zones and the widening of the RMB change, partly as a consequence of the efforts International investors should get ready to reserve asset created by the International The last review was in 2010, when the IMF trading band. These actions resulted in an listed above. Over 40 central banks have access the Chinese economy, and to receive Monetary Fund (IMF), whose purpose is to sup- rejected China’s request to have its currency increase in the international use of the renminbi. announced that they were planning on holding, Chinese investors into their countries soon. Greece’s euro partners NREC announces approve billions in loans Q2 2015 earnings

KUWAIT: The National Real Estate Company BRUSSELS: Finance ministers of the 19-nation (NREC), one of the leading real estate companies euro single currency group approved the first 26 in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), yes- billion euros ($29 billion) of a vast new bailout terday released its earnings for the second quar- package to help rebuild Greece’s shattered econo- ter (Q2) of 2015. The company registered a net my. The approval came after Greece’s parliament profit of KD4.4 million for Q2 2015, reflecting an passed a slew of painful reforms and spending cuts increase of 9.8% from Q2 2014 and a 33.6% after a marathon overnight session that divided the increase from Q1 2015. NREC’s rental and sale governing party, raising the specter of early elec- properties portfolio includes malls, office towers, tions. residential complexes and resorts in Kuwait, “Of course there were differences but we have Egypt, Jordan, UAE, Lebanon, Iraq and Libya. managed to solve the last issues,” Eurogroup chair- NREC CEO Samuel Sidiqi said, “I am pleased man Jeroen Djisselbloem told reporters in Brussels. to report strong topline and bottomline growth “All the intense work of the past week has paid off.” in our second quarter earnings. Operationally, Ten billion euros will be available to recapitalize we are progressing well with our two key devel- Greece banks, while a second slice of 16 billion opments in Cairo and Abu Dhabi, each of which euros will be paid in installments, starting with 13 is a billion plus dollar project, while pursuing billion euros by Aug. 20 when Greece must make a growth opportunities in Kuwait. new debt payment to the European Central Bank. “The Kuwaiti commercial property business “On this basis, Greece is and will irreversibly remains solid with rental income of KD 5.1 mil- remain a member of the Euro area,” said European lion and occupancy at 98.0%. Revenues from our NREC CEO Samuel Sidiqi Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker after Egyptian subsidiary came in at a record KD 4.3 the deal was sealed. The final rescue package million, reflecting strong demand for high-end would eventually give Greece up to 86 billion euros residential housing there. Furthermore, our • H1 2015 Update on Developments and ($93 billion) in loans over three years in exchange focus on improving profitability is reflected in Investments for harsh spending cuts and tax hikes. our outstanding operating profits of KD 3.2 mil- • In Kuwait, rental income grew by 4.3% to reach The deal must still be approved by some nation- BERLIN: Picture taken on July 17, 2015 shows German Chancellor Angela Merkel (L) and her lion in H1 2015, with a 48.5% increase from a KD5.1 million. al parliaments, including Germany, but that is finance minister Wolfgang Schaeuble during a debate in the Bundestag, the German lower year ago.” • In Egypt, revenues for Grand Heights develop- largely considered to be a formality. Some nations, house of parliament in Berlin. Germany’s hardline finance minister Wolfgang Schaeuble yester- ment in Cairo grew by 10.3% to KD4.3 million such as Finland, have already given their approval. day hailed a dramatic change in tone from Greece over its next bailout ahead of a key parlia- Q2 2015 Financial Highlights: in H1 2015. Sales at the premium residential The move saves Greece from a disorderly mentary vote that will prove a tough test of Chancellor Angela Merkel’s authority. — AFP • Revenue from Operations: KD5.6 million, up development continue to be driven by strong default on its debts which could have come as 31.6% from Q1 2015 and up 24.2% from Q2 demand and limited inventory which has soon as next week and helps end months of uncer- support from opposition parties, with 222 votes in gram,” said Joan Hoey, analyst for Europe at the 2014 resulted in sizeable increases in house prices. tainty that has shaken world markets, but it means favor, 64 against, 11 abstentions and three absent Economist Intelligence Unit. • Gross Profit: KD1.9 million, up 43% from Q1 The project has sold 722 units by June 30th, more hardship for ordinary Greeks. Greece’s most in the 300-member parliament. “However, it appears to be unavoidable if 2015 and 144.8% from Q2 2014 2015. influential creditor and perhaps its harshest critic Although approved by a comfortable majority, Greece is to have a government capable of imple- • Gross Profit Margin: 35.0%, up from 32.2% in • In Abu Dhabi, plans for the construction of welcomed the agreement as “a good result.” the result was a blow to Prime Minister Alexis menting the agreement.” Syriza dissenters angrily Q1 2015 and up from 17.8% in Q2 2014 Reem Mall, a two million square-foot super “We must nonetheless remain cautious because Tsipras, who saw more than 40 of his 149 radical challenged the government during the all-night • EBITDA: KD5.4 million, up 25.0% from Q1 2015 regional shopping centre, are rapidly moving of course we are providing huge sums of money,” left Syriza party lawmakers vote against him. He parliamentary session. and down 0.8% from Q2 2014 ahead. The billion dollar project will consist of German Finance Minister Wolfgang Schaeuble said. has come under intense criticism from party hard- “I feel ashamed for you. We no longer have a • EBITDA Margin: 58.4% more than 420 stores, including 85 restaurants, “If the Greeks don’t want this program, it won’t liners for capitulating to the creditors’ demands for democracy ... but a eurozone dictatorship,” promi- • Net Profit: KD4.4 million, up 33.6% from Q1 a large format hypermarket and an unparal- work,” he told ZDF television. “But that’s why we are budget cuts - austerity measures he had promised nent party member and former energy minister 2015 and up 9.8% from Q2 2014 leled breadth of entertainment and leisure only paying out step by step and making sure that to oppose when he won elections in January. Panagiotis Lafazanis said before the vote. Lafazanis • EPS: 4.90 fils, up 33.6% from Q1 2015 and up offers. Reem Mall has received preliminary we don’t make the risks greater than is inevitable if The bill includes reforms increasing personal, signed a declaration with another 12 left-wing 9.8% from Q2 2014 approvals from the Urban Planning we want to help Greece.” company and shipping taxes, reducing some pen- politicians Thursday saying they would start a new Commission (UPC) and plans for enabling A key sticking point has been whether to for- sions, abolishing tax breaks for some groups con- anti-austerity movement. He stopped short of quit- H1 2015 Financial Highlights: works to start later this year. give some of Greece’s debts. The International sidered vulnerable and implementing deep spend- ting Syriza. The terms of the new bailout were • Revenue from Operations: KD9.8 million, down • In Jordan, revenue was reported at KD391,837 Monetary Fund has insisted that Greece must be ing cuts, including to the armed forces. agreed earlier this week with creditor negotiators 1.4% from H1 2014 consistent with the company business plan. given some form of debt relief before it will partici- State television said Tsipras was expected to call from the European Central Bank, European • Gross Profit: KD3.3 million, up 56.8% from H1 Rent and demand remain stable at the 1.5 pate in any new bailout, but a number of the coun- a vote of confidence in his government, but that Commission and IMF. 2014 square meter Aqaba Warehousing and try’s euro partners oppose such a move. was not confirmed. Government spokeswoman “We took a painful decision of responsibility, • Gross Profit Margin: 33.8%, up from 21.2% in H1 Industrial Park property owned by NREC sub- “It is equally critical for medium and long-term Olga Gerovasili said any action would come after and took a step back,” Tsipras said in his defense of 2014 sidiary. debt sustainability that Greece’s European partners Aug. 20. the bailout. France, a key Greece ally, welcomed • EBITDA: KD9.7 million, down 8.6% from H1 make concrete commitments ... to provide signifi- Tsipras has maintained his public popularity in the move, with Finance Minister Michel Sapin say- 2014 Outlook for the Full Year 2015 cant debt relief, well beyond what has been consid- Greece despite his U-turn on austerity policies, and ing he hopes the agreement will help Greece • EBITDA Margin: 59.2%, up from 55.6% from H1 Sidiqi said, “For the remainder of the year, we ered so far,” IMF chief Christine Lagarde said in a consistently leads opposition parties in opinion “again have confidence in itself.” 2014 expect continued growth at our domestic and statement. polls. An election would allow him to remove the “Too much time was wasted for too long,” he • Net Profit: KD7.7 million, down 6.0% from H1 regional property portfolios. Sales at the Grand Keen to have the IMF on board, the finance min- hard line elements from his party, but it is not a said. Greek Finance Minister Euclid Tsakalotos, who 2014 Heights development are expected to accelerate isters said the eurogroup “stands ready to consider, risk-free option. flew to Brussels after the night long parliamentary • EPS: 8.58 fils, up 34%, down 6% from H1 2014 on the back of strong buyer demand and price if necessary, possible additional measures” such as “An election in the next few months would cre- debate, said that “any deal is only as good as what growth. We are excited that the construction of longer grace and repayment periods. ate more political uncertainty, delay economic you make of it.” “So let’s hope the Greek people will Balance Sheet Highlights: Reem Mall, a transformational asset in our But this would only take place in October, once recovery and impede reform implementation and be able to make the best of this deal, to make the • Total assets: KD562 million, up by KD9.2 million regional portfolio, is projected to begin later this a review has been made of whether Greece is fully the possibility of opening talks on debt relief as best of the reforms and the ability to reform and from December 2014 year. Furthermore, we remain focused on respecting the bailout terms. The bailout bill desired by the (International Monetary Fund) as a mitigate any negative consequences that surely • Shareholders’ equity: KD210 million, up by enhancing shareholder returns by improving passed through the Greek parliament thanks to condition of its involvement in funding the pro- exist,” he said. — AP KD9.9 million from December 2014 our cost structure and improving profitability.”

EXCHANGE RATES

Al-Muzaini Exchange Co. GOLD Saudi Riyals 81.685 US Dollars Mint 0.299750 0.303750 20 gram 223.090 Jordanian Dinar 427.800 10 gram 114.240 Asia ASIAN COUNTRIES Egyptian Pound 38.661 5 gram 57.800 Bangladesh Taka 0.003556 0.004156 Japanese Yen 2.446 Sri Lankan Rupees 2.262 Indian Rupees 4.771 Indian Rupees 4.667 Chinese Yuan 0.046540 0.050040 Hong Kong Dollar 0.037039 0.039789 Pakistani Rupees 2.983 UAE Exchange Centre WLL Pakistani Rupees 2.979 Srilankan Rupees 2.270 Bangladesh Taka 3.894 Indian upee 0.004633 0.005023 Nepali Rupees 3.008 Philippines Pesso 6.558 Indonesian Rupiah 0.000018 0.000024 Singapore Dollar 220.500 CURRENCIES TELEX TRANSFER PER 1000 Cyprus pound 578.265 Japanese Yen 0.002361 0.002541 Hongkong Dollar 39.199 Australian Dollar 203.61 Japanese Yen 3.436 Kenyan Shilling 0.003153 0.003153 Bangladesh Taka 3.905 Canadian Dollar 236.29 Syrian Pound 2.605 Korean Won 0.000249 0.000264 Philippine Peso 6.640 Swiss Franc 315.97 Nepalese Rupees 3.910 Malaysian Ringgit 0.073207 0.079207 Thai Baht 8.653 Euro 342.10 Malaysian Ringgit 75.350 Nepalese Rupee 0.003042 0.003212 US Dollar 303.55 Chinese Yuan Renminbi 47.855 Pakistan Rupee 0.002812 0.003092 ] Sterling Pound 477.11 Thai Bhat 9.585 Philippine Peso 0.006549 0.006829 GCC COUNTRIES Japanese Yen 2.48 Turkish Lira 117.430 Sierra Leone 0.000067 0.000073 Saudi Riyal 81.070 Bangladesh Taka 3.897 Singapore Dollar 0.213179 0.219179 Qatari Riyal 83.510 Indian Rupee 4.667 Bahrain Exchange Company South African Rand 0.017727 0.026227 Omani Riyal 789.630 Sri Lankan Rupee 2.265 Sri Lankan Rupee 0.001981 0.002561 Bahraini Dinar 807.360 Nepali Rupee 2.919 Taiwan 0.009695 0.009875 UAE Dirham 82.770 Pakistani Rupee 2.979 CURRENCY BUY SELL Thai Baht 0.008392 0.008942 UAE Dirhams 0.08259 Europe ARAB COUNTRIES Bahraini Dinar 0.8067 Belgian Franc 0.007915 0.008915 Arab Egyptian Pound - Cash 40.825 Egyptian Pound 0.03866 British Pound 0.468404 0.477404 Bahraini Dinar 0.797647 0.805647 Egyptian Pound - Transfer 38.872 Jordanian Dinar 0.4317 Czech Korune 0.004549 0.016549 Egyptian Pound 0.038810 0.041640 Yemen Riyal/for 1000 1.419 Omani Riyal 0.7882 Danish Krone 0.041376 0.046373 Iranian Riyal 0.000084 0.000085 Qatari Riyal 0.08369 Tunisian Dinar 155.500 Euro 0.332455 0.340455 Iraqi Dinar 0.000198 0.000258 Saudi Riyal 0.08096 Jordanian Dinar 4.292 Norwegian Krone 0.033123 0.038323 Jordanian Dinar 0.423855 0.431355 Lebanese Lira/for 1000 1.039 Romanian Leu 0.087018 0.087018 Kuwaiti Dinar 1.000000 1.000000 Syrian Lira 2.166 Dollarco Exchange Co. Ltd Slovakia 0.009051 0.019051 Lebanese Pound 0.000152 0.000252 Morocco Dirham 31.325 Swedish Krona 0.031962 0.036962 Moroccan Dirhams 0.019858 0.043858 Swiss Franc 0.304761 0.314961 Nigerian Naira 0.001252 0.001887 EUROPEAN & AMERICAN COUNTRIES Rate for Transfer Selling Rate Turkish Lira 0.108768 0.115768 Omani Riyal 0.781910 0.787590 US Dollar Transfer 303.850 US Dollar 303.300 Qatar Riyal 0.082611 0.083824 Euro 336.060 Canadian Dollar 233.960 Australasia Saudi Riyal 0.080257 0.080957 Sterling Pound 473.400 Sterling Pound 475.720 Australian Dollar 0.216082 0.227582 Syrian Pound 0.001286 0.001506 Canadian dollar 232.300 Euro 338.645 New Zealand Dollar 0.192629 0.202129 Tunisian Dinar 0.152017 0.160017 Turkish lira 109.340 Swiss Frank 297.355 Turkish Lira 0.108768 0.115768 Swiss Franc 311.640 Bahrain Dinar 805.790 UAE Dirhams 0.081610 0.082759 Australian dollar 227.740 UAE Dirhams 82.955 America Yemeni Riyal 0.001371 0.001451 US Dollar Buying 303.400 Qatari Riyals 90.955 Canadian Dollar 0.225508 0.235008 US Dollars 0.299250 0.303750 MONDAY, AUGUST 17, 2015 BUSINESS

GCC megaprojects spur ME to reach record audiovisual market

DUBAI: GCC megaprojects will spur the $4.63 billion by 2016. “The Middle East posting one of the Technology Week 2015. 184 companies from 42 countries, and Middle East to post a record audiovisual Audiovisual technology covers every world’s fastest growth rates in audiovi- “Middle East organizations want the recorded 14,233 visitors, a 12 percent market value of nearly $3 billion by industry vertical, and can include high- sual technology shows that we’ve highest quality audiovisual technology increase in the number of visitors over 2016, industry experts announced definition displays and projectors, light- gone from an era of talking about the for their megaprojects to provide the the same time frame as the 2013 edition. today in the build-up to GITEX ing to sound systems, and streaming benefits of audiovisual technology, to best experience for their tech-savvy Already InfoComm MEA 2015 has Technology Week 2015. and webcasting technology. organizations actually purchasing solu- customers. This provides a strong attracted more than 40 new compa- The Middle East’s audiovisual market Led by products, equipment, and tions - whether high-definition dis- opportunity for audiovisual vendors nies from the UAE, East Asia, Europe, is set to post one of the world’s fastest services for GCC megaprojects and plays for exhibition sites and stadiums, and systems integrators to enable and the United States. The fifth edition growth rates, increasing by 76 percent events such as World Expo 2020 in virtual check-in kiosks at hotels, or organizations to manage information of InfoComm MEA will run under the from $1.57 billion in 2012 to $2.76 bil- Dubai, 2022 FIFA World Cup Qatar, and security systems for metro projects,” more efficiently, and enhance daily theme of “Digital Interconnect for Peak lion in 2016, according to trade associa- transport and Smart Cities projects in said Richard Tan, Executive Director, lives,” added Richard Tan. Performance,” co-located with GITEX tion InfoComm International. The audio- the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the hospi- InfoComm Asia Pte Ltd., organizers of Demonstrating the increasing Technology Week 2015 from 19-21 visual market for the wider Middle East tality and retail sectors are set to see the InfoComm MEA, the region’s leading demand for audiovisual technology in October 2015 at the Dubai World and Africa (MEA) region is set to reach most benefit. audiovisual event, co-located at GITEX the region, InfoComm MEA 2014 hosted Trade Centre.

‘Name and shame’ global firms avoiding Australian taxes

SYDNEY: Multinational firms shifting profits reveal what goes on behind closed doors offshore to avoiding paying Australian taxes between them and the tax office,” Dastyari should be “named and shamed”, the chair of added. “The more public exposure, the more an Australian parliamentary inquiry into the pressure that’s brought upon these compa- practices said yesterday ahead of the release nies, the better the policy outcome.” of a report. The inquiry has grilled senior rep- One of the report’s 18 recommendations resentatives from some of the world’s biggest will suggest that even companies with over- firms in the technology, pharmaceutical and seas headquarters should disclose their rev- mining sectors on whether they were using enue, tax paid and deductions used in complex corporate structures to reduce their Australia, the Herald said. tax burden. The push in Australia to crack Firms quizzed by the upper house Senate down on multinational firms has been mir- hearings, including Apple, Google, Pfizer and rored in other countries, with Britain in March Johnson & Johnson, said they had abided by introducing a so-called “Google tax” on com- local and international tax laws. Australian panies that divert profits overseas. Treasurer Joe Hockey revealed earlier this year “The worst tax offenders should be named his government’s plans to introduce legisla- and shamed, they should have to justify pub- tion targeting 30 unnamed firms for shifting licly why they’re taking the stances that profits offshore. While the Organisation for they’re taking,” the inquiry’s chairman Sam Economic Cooperation and Development Dastyari told reporters in Sydney. (OECD), a grouping of wealthy nations, has The inquiry’s report, to be tabled in parlia- played a key role in international efforts to ment Monday, is set to call for the disclosure tackle tax avoidance, such concerns are also of tax avoidance settlements with the shared by developing countries. Australian Taxation Office above a certain lev- The issue took centre stage at a global el-such as Aus$100 million, the Sydney developing financing summit in Ethiopia last Morning Herald reported. month. The UN’s trade and development “At this point in time, you have a series of body UNCTAD has said that such practices Australia’s most powerful companies fighting were costing poorer countries some US$100 against any transparency measure to actually billion a year. — AFP China’s devaluation of Yuan raises concerns over global economic growth NBK WEEKLY MONEY MARKET REPORT

KUWAIT: The major news last week was out of China my, is bolstering the expansion as Federal Reserve policy while economists had expected a 0.4 % quarterly expan- with the People’s Bank of China taking the step to deval- makers move toward an interest rate hike this year for sion and a 1.3 % annual gain. Germany’s economy grew ue the Yuan, cutting the currency’s reference rate by a the first time in nine years. Retail sales rose 0.6 % last 0.4 %, Italy’s 0.2 %, while France stagnated. record 1.9% following the recent run of poor data in a month. June’s retail sales revised higher to show them bid to stimulate the economy. Although the fixing is said unchanged instead of the previously reported 0.3 % UK Labor Market Cools as to be a one-off adjustment, People’s Bank of China drop. Retail sales excluding automobiles, gasoline, build- Unemployment Rises released a statement saying that the market will play a ing materials and food services rose 0.3 % after a revised United Kingdom unemployment rate climbed in the bigger role in setting the currency rate using a combina- 0.2 % gain in June. second quarter and total wage growth slowed, suggest- tion of the opening market makers quotes and the previ- ing some slowdown in the recovery of the labor market. ous day’s close. This move had major ramifications across Unemployment claims improve The number of people searching for work rose 25,000 to FX markets with the AUD dollar closing as the weakest The number of Americans filing new claims for 1.85 million, which left the unemployment rate at currency last week due to its ties to China. unemployment benefits improved slightly last week. 5.6%.Employment declined by 63,000 in the period. On the foreign exchange side, the US Dollar fell Initial claims for state unemployment benefits rose 3,000 MUMBAI: James Hogan, Etihad Airways’ President and Chief Executive Officer (left), sharply reaching a low of 95.94 against a basket of major to a seasonally adjusted 271,000 for the week ended Japan & China meeting Maharashtra Chief Minister, Devendra Fadnavis (right), in Mumbai. currencies, on doubts over whether the US Federal June 20. It was the fourth straight month that claims Japans Monetary Policy Meeting Minutes Reserve will raise interest rates in September given held below 300,000, a threshold usually associated with In Asia, the Bank of Japan released minutes of the Etihad Airways president and China’s devaluation of the Yuan. However, better than a solid labor market. The four-week moving average of Monetary Policy Meeting held last week. The minutes expected data from the retail sales sector and unem- continuing claims rose 14,500 between the May and showed the decision was an 8-1 majority vote to con- CEO reaffirms commitment ployment claims, fuelled the belief that the Fed might June, suggesting little change in the jobless rate. The duct money market operations so that the monetary still tighten interest rates during 2015.The dollar index unemployment rate was 5.5% in May. base will increase at an annual pace of about 80 Trillion to Maharashtra recovered slightly and closed at 96.588. yen. They also expect that the Japan’s economy would The Euro currency hit its highest level against the Europe & UK continue to recover moderately while the year-on-year greenback in about a month at 1.1215 after China’s German ZEW Economic Sentiment dropped slightly. rate of increase in the CPI would likely be at 0.0 % for ABU DHABI: James Hogan, Etihad Airways’ Pune. Hogan also made the Chief Minister central bank set its daily mid-point reference at The German ZEW Indicator of Economic Sentiment the time being, due to the effects of the decline in President and Chief Executive Officer, today aware that Etihad Airways carries more busi- 6.3306. Moreover, the euro rallied against the dollar dropped again in August 2015. Falling by 4.7 points energy prices. met the Maharashtra Chief Minister, Devendra ness and leisure travellers into India than it on worries that China’s actions could prompt the Fed compared to the previous month, the expectations sur- Fadnavis, to reaffirm the Abu Dhabi-based air- takes out. In 2014 the number of flights to to avoid increasing rates next month. The Euro closed vey now stands at a level of 25.0 points. The mood China’s Industrial Output line’s commitment to the Indian state and its India, purchased in Europe, the GCC, and the week at 1.1107. among analysts and investors in Germany worsened in China’s factory output rose 6.0 % in July from a year capital Mumbai. United States, rose by 65 per cent compared The Sterling currency opened the week at 1.5490 , August, due to concerns about the effect of an unstable earlier, missing market expectation of a 6.6% rise and Hogan, accompanied by Vijay to the previous year. then rose sharply reaching a high of 1.5659 after BoE’s global economic environment on the country’s export- reinforcing prospects that the economy is in need of Poonoosamy, the airline’s Vice President, In the first six months of 2015 Etihad Miles who despite voting to keep rates on hold, said that dependent economy. fresh stimulus to prevent a deeper slowdown. The slow International & Public Affairs and Neerja Airways transferred more than 235,000 guests there was a ‘reasonable’ case to be made for the Bank to growth figures followed disappointing trade and infla- Bhatia, General Manager - India, met Chief onto Jet Airways’ network into India through raise rates, cautioning that ‘the longer you leave it, the EU Second Quarter Growth slows tion earlier this month that showed persistent weakness Minister Fadnavis at his official residence in its codeshare partnership, with Jet Airways slightly more steep that trajectory becomes.’ The Pound Eurozone growth slowed last quarter as expansion in in the world second-largest economy. India’s commercial capital. providing 182,000 guests onto the Etihad closed for the week at 1.5643. its three largest economies fell short of estimates, high- During the meeting the chief minister out- Airways network. The Japanese Yen opened the week at the 124.12 lev- lighting the instability of the recovery amid uncertainty Kuwait lined the priorities of the state, identifying Etihad Airways was the first foreign airline el against the US Dollar. The currency weakened, reach- economic and global outlook. Eurostat said the GDP in areas of mutual interest and opportunities for to invest in an Indian carrier under the current ing a high of 125.28 after the Bank of Japan’s monetary the 19-country Euro area grew by 0.3% quarter-on-quar- Kuwaiti Dinar at 0.30250 Etihad Airways to support economic growth. FDI policy of India, making a $750 million policy minutes indicated a continuation of its money ter in the April-June period for a 1.2 % year-on-year rise, The USDKWD opened at 0.30250 yesterday morning. The minister and Hogan discussed new investment which includes a 24 per cent equi- market operations so that the monetary base will areas of collaboration between Maharashtra ty stake in the airline. Etihad Cargo also car- increase at an annual pace of about 80 Trillion yen. The and Etihad Airways, especially in tourism and ries more than 1,200 tonnes of Indian prod- Yen closed for the week at 124.30. Russia’s Gazprom faces cargo exports. In turn, Hogan gave the minis- ucts and exports to key markets in Europe, US The Chinese Yuan dropped for three consecutive ter an introduction to Etihad Airways, its oper- and the Middle Easteach week and operates a days and had repeatedly touched fresh four-year lows ations into India and the significant benefits dedicated freighter operation from Mumbai. since last Tuesday, when the PBOC surprised the market challenges, output slumps that come from the airline’s commercial and In the last five years, Etihad Airways has by devaluing the Yuan. However, by the end of the week, strategic partnership with Indian carrier, Jet carried more than five million guests on its the Chinese Yuan flattened, as traders said soothing MOSCOW: Facing a cold shoulder from Europe and Struggling with Asian ambitions Airways, for both India and Jet Airways. services to and from India. Relations messages from regulators and buy orders from state increased competition at home, Russia’s Gazprom has The gas giant struck a $400 billion natural-gas Etihad Airways and Jet Airways together between the UAE and India continue to build banks kept the market in check. The Yuan closed for the struggled to assert dominance on the global energy deal with China last year, an agreement that was operate more than 220 flights between India with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi week at 6.3908. market, prompting speculation the energy giant heralded as the symbol of Russia’s pivot to Asia. and Abu Dhabi each week, including five dai- set to visit the United Arab Emirates on 16 In the commodities world, Oil prices dropped to a could have no choice but to splinter. Moscow and Beijing have since agreed on Russia ly flights from Mumbai and a daily flight from and 17 August. six-month low below 50 dollars a barrel last week as With the Russian economy slipping into recession supplying natural gas to western China. But OPEC pumped the most crude last month in more on the back of lower oil prices and Western sanctions Western sanctions imposed on Moscow over the than three years as Iran restored its output to the high- over Ukraine, the economy ministry predicted Ukraine crisis have undermined Gazprom’s est level since 2012. Gazprom would produce 414 billion cubic metres of attempts to turn away from Europe, its traditional gas this year, an all-time low for the public company market. Strong job openings and sitting atop some of the world’s largest natural gas Washington’s ban on technology transfers to labor turnover numbers reserves. Russia for certain energy projects, including The number of job openings in the US dropped Gazprom’s market capitalisation has plummeted Gazprom’s Yuzhnoye Kirinskoye field in the far east- slightly in June but remained at a level indicating strong in recent years. Prior to the 2008 financial crisis, the ern Okhotsk Sea, is stifling Moscow’s ambitions on demand for workers. Job openings fell to 5.25 million in company was worth more than $300 billion. Its value the Asian market. Gazprom was set to use the field June, down from a record 5.36 million in May. Hires now hovers around $50 billion, trailing far behind the to develop its liquefied natural gas (LNG) produc- climbed to the highest level since the begging of the world’s other major energy companies. tion capacity and, according to some reports, year at 5.12 million and the number of Americans volun- “Gazprom is confronted with the greatest chal- exchange assets with Anglo-Dutch company Shell. tarily quitting their jobs climbed to 2.75 million from 2.73 lenge in its history,” Chris Weafer, a partner at the Without US technology, experts fear that Russia million the prior month. The Federal Reserve Macro Advisory consultancy firm, told AFP. will not be able to exploit the field’s resources. Chairwoman Janet Yellen said the rate of voluntary quit- “What remains to be seen is whether Gazprom “This is bad news for Russia because the produc- ting is a key measure of workers’ confidence in the US becomes an appendage of the foreign ministry or tion of LNG is a strategic objective in the region,” economy. When the economy is stronger, workers are evolves into a global energy company.” said Valery Nesterov, an analyst at Sberbank more likely to quit their jobs because it is easier to find The decline in Gazprom’s value and gas produc- Investment CIB. The Ukraine conflict, which has something elsewhere. tion coincides with mounting tensions with the propelled Russia’s relations with the West to their European Union, which has accused it of catering to post-Soviet nadir, has meanwhile exacerbated US retail sales improves Moscow’s geopolitical interests instead of operating Europe’s desire to dissociate from Gazprom. US retail sales improved in July as households according to business principles. The company, however, has reiterated that increased purchases of automobiles and a range of other Gazprom is now grappling with a series of issues, Russian energy resources remain the most accessi- goods, suggesting solid momentum in the economy including its recent loss of the Ukrainian market, ble to fulfil Europe’s growing demand for gas. MUMBAI: Foreign nationals walk past a wall displaying a foreign currency exchange early in the third quarter. Increasing employment, along- Europe’s energy diversification efforts and increased Gazprom’s exports to Europe, which are expected advertisement in India’s financial capital Mumbai. Asian currencies gained, recover- side lower fuel costs is helping attract consumers into competition on the domestic market, which jeopar- to rise this year, still provide the company with hefty ing from the worst two-day rout in almost 20 years after China reassured markets it stores and auto dealerships. Growth in household dise its status as a gas giant. revenues in spite of lower energy prices. — AFP would not engage in a currency war. — AFP spending, which accounts for about 70% of the econo- MONDAY, AUGUST 17, 2015 BUSINESS Brazilian farmer hopes for sweeter coffee market

MOCOCA: Brazilian farmer Marcos Croce has others in the shade, and the soil is fertilizer and using fertilizers and pesticides. But when cooperative of some 60 small producers, Technically, specialty coffee means woken up and smelled the coffee-embracing free. Croce and his wife took over the family busi- wants the organic approach to expand. scoring 80 points on a 100 point scale, the organic trend and bucking Brazil’s long- “We will never manage to compete in ness in 2001 they switched to organic, a “We want to set up a sustainability index, standing out for taste and having few or held status as a mass producer of poor quality terms of quantity, but here we have managed shocking-but ultimately beneficial, he not just in environmental terms, but no defects. beans. to stand apart with consistent quality,” Croce, believes-change in rhythm. social,” he said. A good cup of coffee is “a miracle,” His Hacienda Ambiental Fortaleza planta- 62, said as he walked between rows of shrubs “Our production dropped 80 percent,” says Isabela Raposeiras, 41, who teaches tion, surrounded by tropical plants and trees speckled with red coffee beans. Croce remembers. Before, the plantation col- Best of the average about coffee and sells coffee at the in Sao Paulo state, goes against everything The hacienda stands 3,280 feet (1,000 lected 10,000 bags of coffee a year. Croce “When it comes to coffee, Brazil has Coffee Lab in Sao Paulo. that has made Brazil the world’s biggest, meters) above sea level, some 185 miles (300 would not reveal the current output. It’s still always been considered the best team of “There are many stages that need to though hardly most appreciated, source of kilometers) north of Brazil’s financial capital below old levels, he said, but the business is the second division,” Silvio Leite, presi- be done right,” the renowned specialist coffee. and biggest city, Sao Paulo. sustainable, selling to about 30 countries, dent of the Brazilian Specialty Coffee said, ticking off everything from where Croce’s specialty-grade coffee grows It has been producing coffee since 1890, including France and Italy. Association, which was set up in 1991. the bean grows to how it is dried and organically: some of the plants in the sun, most of that with an eye on the mass market Now Croce, who also set up the Bob-o-Link With production of 45.3 million 132- toasted, to how the actual cup of coffee pound (60 kg) bags in 2014, Brazil is prepared. accounts for almost a third of world out- In Brazil, the number of regions pro- put, trailed by Vietnam and Colombia. ducing specialty coffee is growing-and, But there’s a problem: Brazilian coffee is whether it’s in Sao Paulo or Minas Gerais, very much at the bottom end of the mar- Bahia, Espiritu Santo or Parana, each cof- ket. fee is influenced by the different soils, Last year, only eight million bags climate and altitude. qualified as specialty grade. However, Mostly these are small-scale produc- that was up 59 percent from 2013, and ers, but some are also larger players who specialty coffee is hot. want to break into the market. It was Brazil’s association that created Gradually the trend is catching on. It the Cup of Excellence contest in 1999 to was only in 2014 that a regional designa- promote its coffee. Today, the competition certification was set up, with tion has gone international and is con- Cerrado Minheiro from Minas Gerais sidered a reference. state so far the only one. Demand for specialty coffee has risen “There are incredible coffees in Brazil worldwide by 10 to 15 percent in the last and they’re increasingly in demand,” said few years, compared to about two per- Susie Spindler, from the Alliance for cent for regular coffee, with Europe, Coffee Excellence. Japan and the United States leading the On the patio of Fortaleza, farmer Ivan way. But to date the best known produc- Santos, 31, showed off the dark, hand- ers remain Colombia and several African picked beans from the recent harvest. countries-not the sleeping giant of “Making quality coffee, without Brazil. defects, is difficult, slow and expensive,” he said. “But it’s a dream: we are sending A ‘miracle’ our best coffee around the world and for So what’s all the fuss about? the best prices.” — AFP BUSINESS MONDAY, AUGUST 17, 2015

Oil prices slide as Greece continues bailout deal talks

KAMCO Oil Market Monthly Report KUWAIT: A number of negative devel- USD 54.69/b, 43.2% lower as compared tive month and averaged at USD 53.9/b er, the uncertainties related to the 2015 declined by 0.36 mb/d or 1.1% to opments on the global economic front to FY-2014 average of USD 96.29/b. during July-15, USD 5.4/b or 9.1% region’s economic development contin- 32.1 mb/d as the increase in production further exacerbated by oil market Kuwait Blend Spot Price FOB contin- after two consecutive months of strong ues to reflect in projections. In OECD in Saudi Arabia was more than offset by demand and supply situations sent oil ued to decline for the second consecu- gains. Kuwait oil closed July-15 at USD Asia Pacific, oil demand in Japan would a decline in production by other major prices spiraling downwards to multi- tive month and averaged at USD 53.9/b 51.73/b recording a monthly decline of decline with the restarting of some of oil producers in the OPEC. Although month lows during July-15 and in the during July-15, USD 5.4/b or 9.1% after 12.0% as against a 0.7% decline during the nuclear reactors that would curb the Bloomberg data suggests a decline, first week of August 2015 only to two consecutive months of strong gains. the previous month. Kuwait oil price use of crude for electricity generation. OPEC’s monthly report highlighted that bounce back temporarily by almost 4% Kuwait oil price continued to decline in continued to decline in August-15 Meanwhile, June-15 oil demand in oil production by OPEC in July-15 at the start of the second week led by August-15 falling to USD 46.34/b (as of falling to $46.34/b (on 6-August-15) its China was stronger that expected with a reached the highest level since May-12 speculators and bullish traders. On the 6-August-15) its lowest point since lowest point since January-15. year-on-year growth of 0.49 mb/d to 31.5 mb/d indicating an increase of economic front, Greece continued talks January-15. Meanwhile, European Brent Spot Price resulting in a total consumption of 10.9 101 tb/d, compared with the previous on a bailout deal with its lenders where- Meanwhile, European Brent Spot FOB averaged at $56.56/b during July-15 mb/d. month. as stock market in China continued to Price FOB averaged at USD 56.56/b dur- recording a decline of 8.0% or $4.92/b. The slump in oil price is also affecting slide after a failed government interven- ing July-15 recording a decline of 8.0% World Oil Supply investment in the oil industry. tion to assuage the economic slow- or USD 4.92/b. World Oil Demand Non-OPEC oil supply in 2015 was According to data from Wood down. World oil demand for 2016 was also revised upwards in line with the Mackenzie, the value of contracts In a significant development, the Oil Prices unchanged from the previous projec- growth in oil demand (by 90 tb/d) and is awarded for the twelve months ended Chinese central bank lowered the daily The slide in oil prices continued in tions and is expected to grow by 1.34 now projected to grow by 0.96 mb/d to April-15 related to oil and natural-gas reference rate of Yuan by 1.9% in order July-15 falling 10.0% to a monthly aver- mb/d from 2015 levels. Growth is average at 57.46 mb/d. The increase in investment projects in the Middle East to fire up the economy and support age price of $54.19/b as compared to expected to be slightly lower in the US supply is primarily driven by higher- fell by 53% year-on-year to USD 93 Bn exporters sending the currency to the $60.21 in June-15. The declining trend increasing by 0.28 mb/d as compared to than-expected oil output growth in the as a direct result of declining oil rev- lowest level in two decades. Although continued in August-15 as OPEC oil price 0.32 mb/d in 2015. the overall demand North Sea, China, Colombia, Russia and enues and the bleak outlook for the oil the government termed the move as a touched a six-month low of $46.95/b at for OECD Americas is expected to be the US during Q2-15 partially offset by market. Particularly, the 2.2 Bn barrels of one time adjustment, the devaluation the end of the first week. After oil prices 0.33 mb/d more than in 2015. On the downward supply revisions in Australia, oil deep-water oil projects in Nigeria sent ripples across global markets trig- apparently stabilized in June-15, the cur- other hand, OECD Europe is expected to Brazil and Indonesia. Oil supply in Q1-15 and Angola, which have a breakeven gering a commodity and emerging current second round of slump in global oil show a slight decline in oil requirement. was revised down by 10 tb/d, whereas price of as high as USD 70/b, may have rencies selloff including. The apprecia- prices is due to multiple factors that Oil consumption in OECD Asia Pacific is supply expectations for the remaining to be deferred. tion in the USD triggered by the devalu- include rising production in the US, also expected to decline and the three quarters for 2015 were revised up Meanwhile, in an apparent relief for ation made China’s oil imports dearer, Saudi Arabia, Iraq and the prospect of decline is projected to be slightly more by 0.26 mb/d, 40 tb/d and 70 tb/d for the oil market, the IEA raised its oil which is expected to result in a slow- new oil from Iran, a strong USD, weak than the decline in 2015. Contrastingly, the last three quarters, respectively. On demand outlook for 2015 and 2016 by a down in China’s oil demand, at least in economic data from China and an the Other Asia region is expected to the other hand, total oil output from steep margin and said that non-OPEC the near term. The devaluation also increase in rig count in the US from 664 show elevated GDP growth that would developing countries is expected to supply growth would decline next year, comes after a report showed steep fall in to 670 at the end of the first week of result in higher demand for oil. India is reach an average of 12.30 mb/d in 2015, primarily the US producers. The group China’s exports and an unexpected slide August. Although oil importers like India expected to be the largest contributor an increase of 80 tb/d compared with expects the biggest demand growth in in manufacturing activity and producer and China continue to report strong to growth in this region. The resulting 0.21 mb/d in 2014 and an upward revi- five years and thereby raised the oil prices to a near six-year low in July. demand for oil, the economic growth in demand growth for the overall region is sion of 10 tb/d from the previous report. demand outlook by 1.6 mb/d in 2015 up Moreover, bullish oil price bets and China is reported to show lackluster per- expected to be in line with the projec- Oil market oversupply continues to per- 260 tb/d from its forecast last month, the speculation regarding OPEC plan- formance as compared to historical tions for 2015, i.e. an increase of 0.29 sist with Saudi Arabia and the US pro- citing solid economic growth and con- ning an emergency meeting that led to trend. Moreover, a higher than expected mb/d for both 2015 and 2016. ducing at highest levels. Particularly, US sumers responding to lower prices. For the run up in oil prices in August was decline in US crude inventories also Total world oil demand for 2015 was production levels remains near the 2016, the group expects a growth of 1.4 laid to rest when it clarified that it has no failed to lift sentiments surrounding oil revised upward from the previous highest level in four decades despite mb/d (up 410 tb/d from its previous plans to hold an emergency meeting. In prices. Meanwhile, there were specula- month’s estimate by 90 tb/d and is talks of several shale producers cutting forecast) backed by persistent macro- addition, oil rig count in the US, accord- tions that OPEC is planning an emer- expected to expand by 1.38 mb/d from down on production. Meanwhile, oil rig economic strength in 2016. IEA also ing to Baker Hughes, rose by 6 to 670 gency meeting led to a temporary run the 2014 level to average around 92.61 count in the US, which bottomed in the forecasted that non-OPEC supply during the last week, further adding to up in oil prices; however, the group clari- mb/d. The revision primarily reflected last month, has started showing growth, growth would slow sharply from 2.4 oil oversupply woes. However, in a posi- fied that it has no plans to hold an emer- higher-than-expected demand in OECD although marginal. mb/d in 2014 to 1.1 mb/d in 2015 and tive development, the IEA highlighted in gency meeting to arrest the slide in oil Americas and Europe during Q1-15 and For 2016, non-OPEC supply growth further contract to 200 tb/d in 2016. its monthly report that oil demand is prices. Q2-15 partially offset by marginally low- was revised downward by 40 tb/d to According to Bloomberg data, pro- growing at the fastest pace in five years. OPEC oil price remained below the er demand in OECD Asia Pacific. Data 0.27 mb/d and is expected to average at duction in Saudi Arabia increased by 70 Whereas, on the supply side, the EIA crucial $60/b level throughout July-15 until May-15 showed that oil demand in 57.73 mb/d led by change in expecta- tb/d to 10.57 mb/d in July-15 as com- lowered the crude production forecast and in August-15 it broke this support the US continued to be high for all the tions for 2015 as well as minor down- pared to 10.50 mb/d in June-15. The for US for 2015 and 2016. level (on 7-August-15) going below the main product categories, primarily road ward revisions in production forecast Kingdom produced at the rate of 84.6% OPEC oil price remained below the $50/b mark to a new multi-month low. transportation fuels in line with the low for some countries. OECD Americas of its capacity (which continues to be at crucial USD 60/b level throughout July- The average OPEC oil price during price environment, whereas in Europe, would continue to remain the primary 12.5 mb/d) as compared to 84% in the 15 and in August-15 it broke this sup- August-15 stood at $47.59/b, a decline June-15 data showed continued growth growth driver in 2016 in the OECD, par- previous month. Consequently, its total port level going below the USD 50/b of 12.2% as compared to the average in demand but at a slightly slower pace tially offset by a small decline in supply share of OPEC production increased mark to a new multi-month low. The price in July-15. In terms of YTD-15 per- as compared to the previous months. from OECD Americas. Meanwhile, from 32.3% at the end of June-15 to average OPEC oil price during August-15 formance, the average OPEC Reference The 1H-15 data for the European Big 4 Middle East, Africa and FSU are expect- 32.9% at the end of July-15. Meanwhile, (as of 10-August-15) stood at USD Basket price stood at $54.69/b, 43.2% shows that oil demand increased by ed to record a total decline of 0.32 mb/d production in Iraq saw a steep decline 47.59/b, a decline of 12.2% as compared lower as compared to FY-2014 average 2.1% year-on-year driven by the trans- in 2016. of 4.4% or 194 tb/d to 4.2 mb/d. to the average price in July-15. In terms of $96.29/b. portation and industrial fuels. For the Production in Nigeria also declined by of YTD-15 performance, the average Kuwait Blend Spot Price FOB contin- remainder of 2015, oil demand in OPEC Oil Production & Spare Capacity 3.6% or 70 tb/d to 1.88 mb/d during the OPEC Reference Basket price stood at ued to decline for the second consecu- Europe is expected to improve; howev- Total OPEC production during July- month.

Slump in oil-by-rail shipments AUB announces success of boosts car storage business Salary Transfer Campaign TAHAWUS: New tank car safety stan- pipe or sold as scrap. Ellis is seeking, to avoid the $3,500 dards coupled with a slump in oil-by- That means miles-long lines of cleaning fee. KUWAIT: Ahli United Bank proudly rail shipments are causing headaches black tank cars are showing up on Ellis’s storage plan in New York has announced the success of their for many in the railroad business, but long-unused rail spurs around the raised objections from environmen- newsalary transfer campaign aimed for a struggling scenic railroad in the country as short-line railroads store tal groups because the tracks - from at encouraging customers deposit Adirondacks and other short-line them for the leasing companies or North Creek to Tahawus - are in the 6- their salary with the bank, the cam- operators, they may bring salvation. other entities that own them. million-acre Adirondack Park, a paign received great appreciation by Ed Ellis, president of Saratoga and Ellis said the Saratoga line’s parent patchwork of public and private land customers and was positively per- North Creek Railway, said he plans to company, Chicago-based Iowa Pacific where development is strictly regu- ceived. With this campaign, cus- store up to 500 empty tank cars for a Holdings, recently put three miles of lated under state law. Railroads are tomers are granted a cash gift of KD year or more on seldom-used tracks cars in storage at its facilities in governed by federal rules, but state 100 upon transferring their salary to near the High Peaks Wilderness Colorado “and more are coming. ... environmental officials and the Ahli United Bank, and in case a new region of the Adirondacks. He esti- We have a guy who’s marketing car Adirondack Park Agency said they salary account is opened with the mated storage fees could add up to storage for us full time.” Iowa Pacific, are looking into whether they have bank, customers get instant issuance “seven figures,” ensuring the future of which operates 11 short lines, any oversight in this case. of ATM cards. Customers will also get the cash-strapped tourist train. announced last month that it was While the tankers are empty, they the chance to issue a credit card with “Developing the revenue stream repurposing track to store up to still have residual oil inside, so federal free subscription fees for the first from the storage is very helpful for 10,000 cars taken out of service regulations require them to be year and the option to issue a sup- plementary card along with it. making the railroad viable,” Ellis said because of the new federal safety labeled as hazardous. “The Sierra On this occasion, Moataz El-Rafie- of the Saratoga line, which he noted rules. Club is absolutely opposed to moth- Senior Deputy Chief Executive several months ago was operating in “Right now, there is an apparent balling obsolete oil tankers in the Officer Banking Group - at Ahli the red. shortage of storage space,” said Adirondack High Peaks Wilderness United Bank demonstrated the fea- With crashing oil prices and new George Betke, CEO of Farmrail, a Area and along the nascent Hudson tures of the campaign by stating pipeline capacity coming online, oil- regional railroad in western River,” said Roger Downs, conserva- that in addition to the above, cus- by-rail shipments were down 16 per- Oklahoma. “We get a couple calls a tion director of the club’s Atlantic tomers can take advantage of the cent, or 21,189 carloads, in the sec- week from parties looking to store Chapter. “At best, this proposal is an products offered by Ahli United ond quarter of 2015 compared to the cars. Some short line operators are eyesore.” Bank, which include finances up to third quarter of 2014 when ship- full.” Peter Bauer, executive director of 70,000 KD at a competitive profit ments were at their peak, according Most short line railroads haul low- Protect the Adirondacks, said miles of rate. The Bank allocated more than to the Association of American value commodities on a limited basis, tanker cars aren’t what people are one channel to communicate the Railroads. Betke said. “You tend to have a side looking for when they travel to the salary transfer campaign through And new federal rules unveiled in track that’s not in use. We have a 10- mountains. “If you’re a canoeist, you’ll the bank website, or by contacting One of Ahli United Bank branches May call for an estimated 43,000 cars mile stretch that no longer has a cus- clearly see these tank cars” if they’re Haykom service. Customers can also that haul crude to be phased out or tomer on it, so it’s a great place to placed on tracks that border the wild visit any of the branches which are El-Rafie added that Ahli United Transfer campaign is launched to retrofitted by 2020. Owners of old- store strings of cars.” and scenic rivers, Bauer said. equipped with state of the art tech- Bank is happy to receive customers welcome customers who did not get nological developments to meet the style tank cars need some place to The railroads negotiate storage Ellis said he doesn’t know exactly through their exclusive branches the chance, to experience the wide highest standards in customer serv- network that is widely distributed all range of features and attractive store them until they can be modi- fees, which generally range from $2 where the cars will be stored, but the ice and they can also contact the fied to better resist puncture in a to $20 per car, Betke said. Car owners public won’t see them unless they over Kuwait where competitive offers tailored to meet the aspira- bank through the different electron- products and offers that attract the tions and needs the bank has to derailment, put to work hauling non- are willing to pay more for storing hike more than two miles through ic channels around the clock. attention are available. The Salary offer. hazardous cargo, cut up for culvert uncleaned tank cars, like the ones the woods. —AP BUSINESS MONDAY, AUGUST 17, 2015

It’s about ‘Anticipation’ as Lexus Design Award 2016 opens for entries

KUWAIT: Lexus International has has been exhibited in Tokyo and award.” announced its call for entries for the Moscow alongside the works of other Entries to the Lexus Design Award Lexus Design Award 2016. First launched 2015 finalists. 2015 panel finalist Yuzo 2016 competition will be accepted from in 2013 to foster the growth of ideas that Azu is now preparing his INSTAMP for August 10 through October 18. The can contribute to society, this interna- commercial release at Lexus dealerships twelve finalists will be announced in ear- tional design competition aims to sup- in Japan. Sebastian Scherer, whose work ly 2016. port up-and-coming creators from Iris was named one of the winners in *The world’s largest design exhibi- around the world. 2014, has launched his own design label tion, also known as Salone Del Mobile, The theme for the Lexus Design and exhibited at Milan Design Week with numerous events including furni- Award 2016 is “Anticipation”. At Lexus, 2015. ture, fashion and many world-renowned we strive to develop products and serv- Mark Templin (Executive Vice brands. The “Lexus - A Journey of the ices by anticipating the needs of people President of Lexus International) said, Senses” exhibit in 2015 earned high and society. This year’s applicants are “For Lexus Design Award 2015, finalists acclaim and won the “Best Entertaining” encouraged to submit innovative gave amazing presentations at the Milan award at the “Milano Design Award” designs and unique interpretations that Design Week. These helped make the competition. are true to the essence of the theme. award a huge success. Whatever the Details of participation in Lexus Lexus Design Award 2016 provides an field of design, we encourage applicants Design Award 2016 Competition opportunity for twelve finalists and their for 2016 to submit their most creative Title Lexus Design Award 2016 works to receive an introduction to the ideas that are aligned with our theme of Application period August 10 - October design community and beyond at Milan Anticipation.” 18, 2015. Design Week 2016*. In addition, four of According to Takayuki Yoshitsugu, the finalists will develop prototypes of Chief Representative, Middle East and Theme Anticipation Judging criteria their designs while receiving support North Africa Representative Office, TOY- • True to the essence of “Anticipation” from globally recognized design men- OTA Motor Corporation, “Over the last with uniqueness in its interpretation tors. The maximum production budget three years, the Lexus Design Award has • Consistent with the ideas of Lexus allotted to the development of each pro- resulted in the discovery of many talent- “DESIGN” totype will be increased to three million ed designers while providing a unique One Grand Prix winner (selected from tion costs. The four winners will create yen (around USD $twenty four thou- opportunity for finalists to benefit from Judges the four prototype winners) prototypes between January and March sand). The finalists will present their the experience of being mentored by Paola Antonelli, Aric Chen, Toyo Ito, • Four prototype winners (selected 2016, through sessions with their designs in the Lexus booth, after which acclaimed designers and then exhibit Birgit Lohmann, Alice Rawsthorn Tokuo from the twelve finalists) assigned mentors. the Grand Prix winner will be selected their design prototypes at one of the Fukuichi (Lexus International). • Eight panel finalists • The four prototypes and eight pan- from among the four prototypes design calendar’s most important els will be exhibited at a Lexus exhibition through final review by the judges. events. We look forward to the 2016 edi- Mentors Prizes/benefits space during Milan Design Week 2016. Previous Lexus Design Award winners tion and experiencing new ideas from Neri & Hu, Max Lamb, Elena • Twelve finalists will be invited to • Each of the twelve finalists will be are actively displaying their talents gifted designers all around the world. Manferdini, Snarki tecture Milan Design Week 2016.* asked to give a presentation at Milan around the world. Examples include We would also like to acknowledge the • Four winners among the twelve Design Week 2016, after which a single Emanuela Corti and Ivan Parati’s Sense- support from our customers who have Award categories finalists will receive up to three million Grand Prix winner will be named from Wear, which was named the first-ever appreciated the novelty and fresh ideas Lexus Design Award 2016 - Twelve yen (around USD $ twenty four thou- among the four prototypes through final Grand Prix winner in 2015. Sense-Wear that have emerged as a result of this finalists sand) each to cover prototype produc- review by the judges. Jet Airways - Etihad Airways partnership Al Tijari announces delivering strong results for Indian carrier

MUMBAI: The strategic investment of Etihad the winners of Airways into Jet Airways is delivering strong results for both airlines across areas including network growth, revenue enhancement and Al Najma account operational and cost improvements, senior executives from the airlines said today. KUWAIT: Commercial Bank of Kuwait another 4 mega prizes during the year Speaking at a media conference in Mumbai, held the Al Najma Account draw on worth KD 100,000 each on different Naresh Goyal, Jet Airways’ Chairman; James 16th August 2015. occasions: The National Day, Eid Al Fitr, Hogan, Etihad Airways’ President and Chief The draw was held under the super- Eid Al Adha and on the 19th of June Executive; and Cramer Ball, Jet Airways’ Chief vision of the Ministry of Commerce & which is the date of the bank’s estab- Executive also gave other details of the signifi- Industry represented by Abdulaziz lishment. cantly improved results for the Indian carrier. Ashkanani. With a minimum balance of KD 500, The two airlines together now offer more The winners of the Al Najma Daily customers will be eligible for the daily flights to and from India than any other airline, Draw are :- draw provided that the money is in the with a 21 per cent share of the country’s boom- Ashley Louis Sequeira KD 7000 account one week prior to the daily ing international air travel market. Mohammad Shafiq Mohammad KD draw or 2 months prior to the mega Since Etihad Airways’ 24 per cent investment 7000 draw. In addition, for each KD 25 a cus- in Jet Airways was finalised in November 2013, Shaker Ahmed Al Fahed KD 7000 tomer can get one chance for winning the two airlines have increased from nine to 15 Karam Abdulshafi Hammad KD 7000 instead of KD 50. the number of direct routes between India and Tariq Hussain Khadim KD 7000 Commercial Bank of Kuwait takes Abu Dhabi, introduced wide-bodied aircraft on key routes, and increased to multiple daily this opportunity to congratulate all flights in some markets. The Commercial Bank of Kuwait lucky winners and also extends appre- Addressing the media Goyal, Hogan and Ball announces the biggest daily draw in ciation to the Ministry of Commerce said that the airlines now offer a combined total Kuwait with the launch of the new and Industry for their effective supervi- of 40,000 seats each way, each week between Najma account. Customers of the bank sion of the draws which were conduct- India and Abu Dhabi. This has resulted in more can now enjoy a KD 7,000 daily prize ed in an orderly and organized man- choice and better connectivity for guests travel- which is the highest in the country and ner. ling out and into India from across the world. Naresh Goyal said: “Our strategic collaboration with Etihad Airways includes network integration, joint sales effort, sharing of resources, Malabar Gold & Diamonds collaborated procurement and knowledge transfer. All of these have enabled us to leverage cost announces ‘Jewellery advantages and economies of scale to the even- tual benefit of our guests, as well as our employ- MUMBAI: (left to right) Cramer Ball, Jet Airways’ Chief Executive; Naresh Goyal, Jet Airways’ Maintenance Carnival’ ees.” Chairman; James Hogan, Etihad Airways’ President and Chief Executive Officer. “Together with Etihad Airways, we now operate over 4,300 international flights a month, KUWAIT: Malabar Gold & Diamonds, the making charges, without any deduction in established network and infrastructure, a skilled flightsand an award winning loyalty programme more flights to/from India than any other airline workforce and a large customer base. is receiving very positive acceptance in the mar- leading jewellery retailer unfurled the gold rate. Customers can also browse and provide our guests with an unparalleled details of its exclusive & unique campaign- through the new jewellery assortment “Etihad Airways is an active investor and a ket,” he added. global and domestic network, with perhaps the strategic partner. We provided fresh capital and Further benefits accrued to Jet Airways ‘Jewellery Maintenance Carnival’ giving the added in to the most admired exclusive best and most convenient connectivity.” customers a golden opportunity to restore brands in the jewellery segment that financial stability for Jet Airways, assisted global through membership of Etihad Airways Partners, In terms of the combined network, Jet network growth, increased flight connectivity, a new coalition of like-minded airlines, working & repair jewellery possessions for free. The includes Ethnix - Handcrafted Designer Airways now has its 9W code on Etihad Airways jewellery chain will do free maintenance Jewellery, Era - Uncut Diamond Jewellery, and delivered efficiencies through activities together to align their networks, schedules, and flights to 33 destinations across the world, while including joint procurement and resource shar- loyalty rewards programs, and seeking opportu- even if the jewellery is bought from other Mine - Diamonds Unlimited, Divine- Indian Etihad Airways now places its EY code on 60 Jet jewelers as well. This one month long cam- Heritage Jewellery, Precia - Precious Gem ing.” nities to cooperate on activities which reduce Airways routes, mostly within India. In the first six months of 2015 Etihad Airways costs and increase revenues. paign will start from August 13 and will run Jewellery and Starlet - Kids Jewellery. The airlines have also aligned their schedules until Sept 12. All the stores in GCC & Far East also fea- transferred more than 235,000 guests onto Jet Other members of Etihad Airways Partners between Abu Dhabi and India to improve flight Airways’ network into India through its code- are Etihad Airways, Alitalia, airberlin, NIKI, Air To add more glitter to this occasion, ture masterpieces from India, Pakistan, connectivity between their networks, substan- group announces their exclusive ‘Zero Bahrain, Turkey, Italy and Singapore with share partnership, with Jet Airways providing Serbia, Air Seychelles and Etihad Regional. tially increasing choice for passengers on both 182,000 guests onto the Etihad Airways network. Goyal said: “The benefits of our alliance with Deduction Exchange’ offer, where buyers unique exchange offers and buyback poli- airlines. can exchange 22 K gold ornaments pur- cies. The jewellery chain also offers lifetime The improved Jet Airways performance fol- Etihad Airways will continue to emerge, high- James Hogan said: “Before our equity deal lowed a number of other key strategic moves lighting the significance of this strategic rela- chased from any of the GCC countries and free repair and maintenance service for all with Jet Airways, we had two per cent of the purchase new jewellery by paying only its products. that had been taken, including the airline’s tionship. We will continue to work towards international traffic out of India. Today, with Jet return to being a single brand with a full service building a stronger base for the future by taking Airways, we have 21 per cent of the market, and offering, the standardization of its Boeing 737- decisions that are in the long term interest of all combined, we are the dominant carriers out of 800 fleet and a refreshing and reconfiguring of our shareholders.” India. cabins on its Airbus A330 and Boeing 777 air- Hogan concluded: “Our partnership strategy “Jet Airways is now our number one equity craft. has provided value to Jet Airways in excess of partner for revenue and passenger contribution Cramer Ball said that Jet Airways’ return to USD2.5 billion and is delivering lower operating on Etihad Airways. India is now Abu Dhabi’s single brand full service product strategy has costs and greater efficiency for our two airlines, number one source market for international visi- been successful: “In an increasingly competitive and contributing strongly to the Indian econo- tors.” environment we are adding value through our my. “Most importantly we are delivering more He added that the first year of the partner- consistent full service product supported by the choice to consumers flying to, from and within ship had delivered significant benefits for Jet ‘Guest First’ service philosophy.” India,” he said. “In just over one year, our partner- Airways, for consumers, and for the Indian econ- “Our overall value proposition that includes ship has made significant progress - but there omy. “Jet Airways is a perfect partner for us.It is a complimentary lounge access at airports for fre- are still many challenges to tackle, but also excit- strong, recognisable brand in India, has an quent fliers, quality inflight catering across all ing opportunities ahead.” technology MONDAY, AUGUST 17, 2015

Gaming fans resurrect beloved 1980s ZX Spectrum in UK

NOTTINGHAM: A gaming console that was the forerun- concepts and pixellated graphics of yesteryear is ner of today’s PlayStation and Xbox has been brought fuelling a revival of “retro” games from decades past. back to life more than 30 years later after an online “Spectrum games are quick and fun, you pick them up, fundraising campaign by nostalgic fans. The ZX Spectrum you play them, you put them down, and that’s all there became a classic after its release in Britain in 1982 and its is to it,” said Cauldwell. “Games nowadays, from modern success helped introduce a generation to computing and consoles, are big complicated things.” simple but addictive games. Its newly created successor, Several factors have combined to fuel the return of the handheld ZX Vega, replicates the original’s signature simple games: the emergence of independent devel- rainbow stripes on a black rectangular joypad with red opers with limited budgets, but also the boom in arrow buttons. mobile phone games-aimed to take up little memory Players can access 1,000 retro games stored in the and be accessible to a wide audience. Damien Duvot, memory by linking to a TV screen. The first 4,000 have who reviews games on YouTube under the handle already rolled off the production line of the SMS Electronics MrMeeea, said it comes down to the lack of imagina- factory on the outskirts of the central English town of tion. “You turn around, and suddenly re-do what Nottingham, produced by company Retro Computers. It all worked in the past,” he said. For players keen to buy kicked off with a crowdfunding campaign backed by the original older consoles, the search can quickly become inventor of the original, Sir Clive Sinclair, something of a expensive. Websites such as Lukie Games or DK Oldies, legend in the history of video games. The campaign aimed whose motto is “gaming like it’s 1985”, can charge $140 to raise £100,000 ($156,000, 140,000 euros) in two months, to $300 for an original 1980s Nintendo Entertainment offering to sell the new version for £100 each. System (NES), with games going from $8 to $45. The target was reached in 36 hours. For David Levy, CEO “It’s what I call the business of nostalgia,” says of Retro Computers, the success of the campaign is no sur- Duvot, who advises viewers on where to find bar- prise. “There are a huge number of people from the 1980s gains on old games. “A few years ago I found NES who played the Spectrum, enjoyed it, and want to have the NOTTINGHAM: A technician holds up a new ZX spectrum console at the factory in Nottingham. A games for three or four euros. Now some are sold for same experience again,” Levy said. “And quite a lot want gaming console that was the forerunner of today’s PlayStation and Xbox has been brought back to hundreds of euros. This is money-making, pure and their children to see what they were enthusiastic about 30 life over 30 years later after an online fundraising campaign by nostalgic fans. — AFP simple.” Buyers must also contend with the risk of years ago.” More than five million units were sold of the getting a broken console or illegal copies. By resur- original Spectrums, affectionately known as “Speccys”, one giants Nintendo and Sega. “It was the PlayStation, the Xbox The nostalgia business recting the ZX Spectrum, which was discontinued in of the first home computers to be widely used in Britain. of its day,” said gamer Jonathan Cauldwell, a fan of the con- Faced with cinematic game graphics and virtual 1992, Retro Computers is serving this market while But it eventually lost out to competition from Japanese sole for 30 years. reality headsets, renewed enthusiasm for the simple attracting new players. — AFP Leaked NSA’s info show AT&T helped spy agency

WASHINGTON: The US National Security identified by name but rather codenamed. One Agency has used a unique, decades-old partner- of the oldest programs, Fairview, was launched ship with AT&T to snoop on Internet usage, in 1985 and involves AT&T, the Times and according to newly disclosed documents leaked ProPublica said, citing several former intelli- by Edward Snowden. The documents provided gence officials. A Fairview fiber optic cable dam- by the former NSA contractor and reviewed by aged during the 2011 Japan earthquake, for The New York Times and ProPublica described a example, was repaired on the same date as an “highly collaborative” telecom giant that demon- AT&T cable. The program spied on the UN head- strated an “extreme willingness to help.” quarters Internet line in response to an order by The Times said it was unclear whether the the special US Foreign Intelligence Surveillance programs are still operational in the same way Court, the documents show. today. The documents were dated from 2003 to Washington has since told the UN it would 2013. AT&T granted the NSA access to billions not collect data on its communications. Verizon of emails that traveled through its domestic and the former MCI-which Verizon purchased in networks, and helped the spy agency wiretap 2006 - are part of another program, codenamed all online communications at United Nations Stormbrew. AT&T began providing to the NSA headquarters, the documents show. AT&T has some 1.1 billion domestic cellphone calling provided the Internet line to the world body’s records a day in 2011, after a “push to get this headquarters. Company spokesman Brad flow operational prior to the 10th anniversary of Burns insisted that “we do not provide informa- 9/11,” the newly released documents showed. tion to any investigating authorities without a That same year, the NSA spent $188.9 million on court order or other mandatory process other Fairview, more than twice the amount on the than if a person’s life is in danger and time is of next-largest corporate program, Stormbrew the essence.” ($66.8 million). Intelligence officials had initially “For example, in a kidnapping situation we said that the phone calls the NSA had collected could provide help tracking down called num- were mostly from landline, not cellular, phone bers to assist law enforcement,” he said. In the records, after Snowden first revealed the wire- documents, AT&T and other companies are not tapping program. — AFP CALIFORNIA: A 1995 Nissan nicknamed the ‘Mad Maxima’ is displayed during the Concours d’LeMons car show in Seaside, California. — AFP The rise of Cars on the fairway! enterprise Pebble Beach Concours culminates auto-mania week

MONTEREY: When it began 65 dance for the day is up to 25,000 at mobility years ago, the Pebble Beach the show itself, and more at side Concours d’Elegance was just a events. one-day affair. Car enthusiasts Hard-core enthusiasts arrive for Jyoti Lalchandani raced around Pebble Beach’s the 6 a.m. “Dawn Patrol” to watch famed 17-Mile Drive and hung the 200-or-so cars on display, all by hange is in the air. A change that took bring-your-own-device policies by organiza- around afterwards to admire each invitation only, roll onto the 18th root in bedrooms around the world and tions around the world. And that’s before we other’s hardware. Now the day has fairway while the morning mist Cis now taking boardrooms by storm. even consider the changing expectations of become a week. It includes road rolls in from the adjacent Monterey That change is being spurred by the emer- consumers, customers, suppliers, and partners. rallies, races, auctions, displays, Bay. This year’s featured categories gence of enterprise mobility, and while the As far as IT departments are concerned, seminars, exhibitions, parties and, and classes include Ferrari, pre-war complexities it introduces can be overwhelm- mobility translates into an exponential rise in underpinning it all, marketing. British sports cars and the Lincoln ing for some businesses, the consequences of their infrastructure needs. Each smartphone is Lamborghini unveiled its newest Continental on its 75th anniversary ignoring it completely are far more serious. designed to draw computing resources from model - the 700-horsepower, year. “It’s the Super Bowl of car Over the last few years, worldwide spending the enterprise infrastructure, and each new on mobile devices has been growing at dou- mobile device introduced in the enterprise has ble-digit rates year on year, leaving the relative- consequences on the cost, performance, ly modest growth rates of the rest of the tech- integrity, and security of the IT environment. nology market trailing in its wake. This growth Traditional approaches are inadequate to sup- CALIFORNIA: Skeletons sit in the front seat of a 1976 Chevy Impala is beginning to show signs of slowing down, port mobility as the number of apps explodes, ‘cop car’ during the Concours d’LeMons car show in Seaside, but the implications of this powerful mobility and the development and distribution of those California. The event which ‘celebrates the oddball, mundane and tru- spending wave are now coming to the fore, apps requires new skills, new processes, and ly awful of the automotive world’ is a spoof of the Concours driving a profound transformation of business new platforms. d’Elegance car show concept. — AFP models and a rise in stakeholder expectations. At the same time, other forms of mobility, Globally, desktops remain the most popular like wearables or computerized cars, are con- the late actor Steve McQueen for But it is great for the local econo- method for accessing the Internet, but mobile tinuing to grow. The so-called “Internet of $1.95 million. At the swank my.” Indeed, the local convention access is rapidly gaining ground. And with Things” (IoT) is also expanding very rapidly and Bonhams auction at Carmel Valley’s bureau expects more than 85,000 good reason, as the devices we all take for continues to create new mobile needs. Indeed, Quail Lodge, some cars could fetch visitors will drop more than $50 granted today are a far cry from their previous IDC expects IoT spending to exceed $1.7 trillion more than 10 times that price. All million on hotel rooms, restau- incarnations. The first generation of smart- in 2015 on the back of 15 billion devices. By told, collectors are expected to rants and bar tabs. Concours pro- phones mimicked the traditional PC logic, with 2020, this will have risen to $3 trillion and near- spend more than $400 million on ceeds go to local charities. The computing power primarily on the endpoint ly 30 billion devices. Given this proliferation of cars sold at auction during the number of Car Week events has device. For years, the priority of vendors was to mobile devices, users will need more sophisti- week. proliferated such that Sports Car build PCs smaller, faster, and with larger mem- cated solutions to integrate all of their interac- CALIFORNIA: A BAC Mono sports car is displayed on the ‘Concept The week of excess everything Market, a collectors magazine, ory or storage, and the early smartphones fol- tions into a consistent and real-time experi- Lawn’ on the eve of the Concours d’Elegance in Pebble Beach, includes epic traffic jams that can publishes a special Monterey lowed the same approach, resembling note- ence. Mobility is pervasive, and all businesses California. — AFP stretch for miles along California issue that offers attendees blunt books but lacking the performance and con- will need to adopt it as a critical part of doing Highway 1. “As a resident, we advice. “Get up early to avoid venience of their older siblings. business in the next decade. $400,000 Aventador - here Friday. shows,” says Dave Magers, CEO of hate it,” says retiree Marty Goss, a traffic,” the magazine states, “and Things started to change around the mid- For the IT department, however, mobility Lalique, the crystal maker, Mecum Auctions, which this week- long-time Carmel resident. “It’s a carefully pick your events to avoid 2000s. Fueled by the emergence of unlimited is just the tip of the iceberg: providing servic- Wednesday released a book about end sold a Porsche once owned by huge influx of traffic and people. epic burnout. —Reuters data plans and the addition of essential es, managing data, and enabling integration its history of “car mascots,” aka resources such as memory, this new genera- are the less visible but more significant chal- hood ornaments. Tesla has a dis- tion of smartphones behaved more like termi- lenges. New platforms are remarkably dynam- play tent. Rolex, Credit Suisse and nals than standalone PCs, drawing on apps and ic and unstable, and competent skills are rare. others sponsor events. Korea’s Kia Kaspersky Lab denies report resources running in enterprise datacenters. Understanding how to manage new devices, hopes to creep into the luxury mar- And with cloud applications providing very new developments, new services, and new ket by offering test drives of its KUWAIT: Contrary to allegations made in a Reuters news the samples used to the media so they could test it for sophisticated services in real time, ably assisted connectivity models while transforming the K900 sedan, which is priced at story, Kaspersky Lab has never conducted any secret cam- themselves. by 3G and 4G connectivity, the era of true enterprise infrastructure to support these $54,000 and up. paign to trick competitors into generating false positives We conducted the experiment to draw the security com- enterprise mobility was born. new requirements is a long and difficult jour- The week’s events are spread to damage their market standing. Such actions are unethi- munity’s attention to the problem of insufficiency of multi- Perhaps the most significant change, how- ney that requires close cross-functional col- throughout the Monterey region, cal, dishonest and illegal. Accusations by anonymous, dis- scanner based detection when files are blocked only ever, is that the rise of mobility has extended laboration. from the tony-rustic Carmel Valley gruntled ex-employees that Kaspersky Lab, or its CEO, was because other vendors detected them as being malicious, the digital day as users browse the Web or The emergence of enterprise mobility pro- to the gritty working-class town of involved in these incidents are meritless and simply false. without actual examination of the file activity (behavior). shop as they do other activities, with the incor- poses profound change for the way in which Seaside, home to Saturday’s As a member of the security community, we share our After that experiment, we had a discussion with the poration of cameras, GPS, accelerometer, gyro- organizations do business, and if they are to tongue-in-cheek Concours threat intelligence data and IOCs on advanced threat antivirus industry regarding this issue and understood we sensors, barometers, and biometrics ensuring prosper in this new world of constantly chang- d’Lemons. It’s a deliberately down- actors with other vendors, and we also receive and analyze were in agreement on all major points. Read more here: the modern mobile experience is both unique ing business needs, they must understand scale celebration of Edsels, threat data provided by others. Although the security mar- https://securelist.com/blog/incidents/30613/cascading- and compelling for users. And crucially, the these new ways, assess the solutions that are Gremlins, Corvairs and Yugos - ket is very competitive, trusted threat data exchange is a false-positives/ In 2012, Kaspersky Lab was among the younger generation prefers mobile devices, available, and select, prioritize, and successfully some of history’s worst cars. critical part of the overall security of the entire IT ecosys- affected companies impacted by an unknown source with almost one in five “millennials” being design, develop, and implement a whole range Sunday’s Concours d’Elegance, on tem, and we fight hard to help ensure that this exchange is uploading bad files to VirusTotal, which led to a number of mobile only. The implications of all this on the of mobility devices, apps, solutions, and servic- the 18th fairway of the Pebble not compromised or corrupted. incidents with false-positive detections. To resolve this issue, enterprise IT landscape cannot be overstated. es. This voyage of discovery will certainly not Beach golf course, is focused In 2010, we conducted a one-time experiment upload- in October 2013, during the VB Conference in Berlin there Employees now expect the same seamless be easy, but it’s one that every forward-think- instead on finery, with Ferraris, ing only 20 samples of non-malicious files to the VirusTotal was a private meeting between leading antivirus vendors to user experience they enjoy at home to be repli- ing business should embark on sooner rather Bugattis, Hispano-Suizas and other multi-scanner, which would not cause false positives as exchange the information about the incidents, work out the cated in the workplace, a reality that has than later, as the implications of missing the rarified cars competing for Best-in- these files were absolutely clean, useless and harmless. motives behind this attack and develop an action plan. It is prompted a surge in the implementation of boat on this one do not bear thinking about. Show honors. Expected atten- After the experiment, we made it public and provided all still unclear who was behind this campaign. MONDAY, AUGUST 17, 2015 HEALTH & SCIENCE

Scientists researching brain disorders create super-clever mice

LONDON: Scientists have genetically modi- “Our work using mice has identified phos- scientists ran a series of behavioural tests on could be of interest in the search for treat- fied mice to be super-intelligent and found phodiesterase-4B as a promising target for the PDE4B-inhibited mice and found they ments for brain conditions as well as mental they are also less anxious, a discovery that potential new treatments,” said Steve tended to learn faster, remember events decline linked to ageing. may help the search for treatments for disor- Clapcote, a lecturer in pharmacology at longer and solve complex problems better The experiments also showed that PDE4B- ders such as Alzheimer’s, schizophrenia and Britain’s Leeds University, who led the study. than normal mice. inhibited mice suffered less anxiety, choosing post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). He said his team is now working on devel- The “brainy” mice were better at recognis- to spend more time in open, brightly lit spaces Researchers from Britain and Canada found oping drugs that will specifically inhibit ing a mouse they had seen the previous day, than normal mice, which preferred dark, that altering a single gene to block the phos- PDE4B. The drugs will be tested first in animals the researchers said, and were also quicker at enclosed spaces. And while mice are naturally phodiesterase-4B (PDE4B) enzyme, which is to see whether any of them might be suitable learning the location of a hidden escape plat- scared of cats, the modified mice responded found in many organs including the brain, to go forward into clinical trials in humans. form. They were also less able to recall a fearless fearfully to cat urine, suggesting that made mice cleverer and at the same time less In the experiments, published on Friday in ful event after several days than ordinary mice, inhibiting PDE4B could increase risk-taking fearful. the journal Neuropsychopharmacology, the and as PDE4B is also found in humans, this behaviour. — Reuters Execs behind female libido Venezuela worries about cancer medicine shortage pill have run afoul of FDA CARACAS: Reports of shortages of cancer abysmal state, with overcrowded hospitals medicines in Venezuela are worrisome, a that lack everything from gloves to doctors, doctor representing the World Health many of whom have left Venezuela as part FDA scheduled to make decision on the drug tomorrow Organization’s Americas arm in the scarcity- of a wider brain drain. About seven in 10 hit country said in a rare interview this week. drugs are unavailable, the Pharmaceutical Currency controls that crimp imports and a Federation of Venezuela estimates. WASHINGTON: A small drugmaker from North decline in local production have led to Carolina may succeed next week where many of shortages of contraceptives, surgical equip- Miners, Malaria, Migration the world’s largest pharmaceutical companies ment and medicine in the oil-producing Malaria cases increased 12 percent have failed: in winning approval for the first country. On Monday, a small group of chil- between January and October 2014 from a drug to boost women’s sexual desire. dren suffering from cancer protested with year earlier, according to the Health Ministry. The husband-and-wife team that founded their relatives in front of the Children’s The statistics, previously published weekly, Sprout Pharmaceuticals is not new to the phar- Hospital J.M. de los Rios in Caracas over have not been released since. maceutical business or even to marketing drugs delays or intermittent supply of their Riera said she was working with authori- to people frustrated with their sex lives. The chemotherapy. ties to stem malaria in the southern Bolivar couple’s previous company, Slate “We’re worried (over reports) that these state, a huge expanse of jungle and savan- Pharmaceuticals, sold an implantable testos- medicines are missing,” Dr. Celia Riera, a nah brimming with legal and illegal mining terone pellet to men with low levels of the hor- Cuban who represents the Pan American for gold and diamonds. mone. Health Organization in Venezuela, said in an The migrant miners sometimes do not But Slate’s marketing push ran afoul of feder- interview. Speaking at her office in eastern complete treatment or bypass it altogether, al rules, making misleading, unsupported state- Caracas, Riera stressed the role of PAHO was and their frequent movements within ments about the benefits of testosterone thera- “technical cooperation,” not opining about Venezuela and to neighboring Brazil and py while downplaying risks. In fact, when the healthcare in member countries. Guyana heighten chances of the disease Food and Drug Administration held a meeting During his 14 years in power, late spreading. examining the overprescribing of testosterone President Hugo Chavez tapped an oil “The strategy is to control it in the Bolivar last year, it played Slate’s commercial as an bonanza to build thousands of free health area,” said Riera. PAHO is trying to increase example of inappropriate marketing. centers in poor neighborhoods. nets and prevention in coordination with That record worries Sprout’s critics, who see This helped reduce problems like infant the government, she added. Mosquito- a troubling pattern in the aggressive tactics it mortality, but many relevant indicators have borne dengue is also an issue in tropical has used to urge the FDA to approve the not been published since shortages wors- Venezuela. Riera said PAHO was concerned women’s desire drug, which was previously ened in recent years due to an economic cri- about diabetes, arterial hypertension and rejected twice because of lackluster effective- sis. Many doctors, patients and rights cancer in Venezuela and the Caribbean ness and side effects such as nausea, dizziness groups now say the health sector is in an region more generally. — Reuters and fainting. The search for a pill to increase women’s libido has been something of a holy grail for the RALEIGH: In this June 22, 2015, photo, Sprout Pharmaceuticals CEO Cindy Whitehead pharmaceutical industry since the blockbuster works in her office in Raleigh, N.C. Sprout soon may succeed where many of the world’s Sierra Leone ends Ebola success of Viagra for men in the late 1990s. largest pharmaceutical companies have failed: in winning Food and Drug Pfizer, Bayer and Procter & Gamble all studied - Administration approval for the first drug to boost women’s sexual desire. — AP quarantine for villagers then abandoned - potential treatments for female sexual desire disorder. ond most -prescribed testosterone treatment When Slate marketed Testopel, that informa- “This company already has a history of FREETOWN: Sierra Leone has ended an be sustained until the last case is dis- among urologists, ahead of competing gels and tion was not yet required. But the company’s Ebola lockdown in the northern village charged,” he added, his voice occasion- unethical marketing,” said Dr. Adriane Fugh- injections. materials failed to disclose a laundry list of oth- Berman of Georgetown University. “If approved, of Massessbe that had kept more than ally drowned out by the sound of drums But the company’s promotional efforts went er known risks, including prostate cancer, 500 residents in quarantine, as President and animal horns. I think this drug will be widely prescribed and too far. In March 2010, the FDA sent Slate an 11- swelling, nausea, vomiting, acne, liver problems we would see an epidemic of adverse effects.” Ernest Bai Koroma said only two people “I shall be making on-the-spot page warning letter, highlighting a host of mis- and headaches. were still being treated for the virus checks across the country,” Koroma leading, unsupported and inaccurate state- “I can’t remember seeing a warning letter Promotional efforts nationwide. warned, without giving further details. ments in its brochures, websites and a video. In with so many examples of misbranding in it,” Koroma himself on Friday cut the yel- Massessbe, a predominantly agricultural After a year of lobbying by Sprout-backed a rare step, the FDA held a teleconference with said Fugh-Berman, who recently signed a peti- supporters, the drug won a surprising 18-6 rec- low ribbon that had ringed the village in village some 200 kilometres (120 miles) the company to outline its “serious concerns.” tion urging the FDA to reject Addyi, citing mini- the northern district of Tonkolili to mark from the capital, went on alert three ommendation from a panel of FDA advisers in Among the many problems, the company’s mal benefits and dangerous side effects. June. The FDA is scheduled to make its decision the completion of the standard 21-day weeks ago after a trader from Freetown website suggested Testopel could benefit Cindy Whitehead said Slate immediately dis- quarantine period, a State House release who was visiting his mother tested posi- on the drug by tomorrow. patients with depression, diabetes and HIV. “The continued the materials cited by the FDA. And Sprout’s drug was actually acquired from said. tive for Ebola and later died. FDA is unaware of any data to support these she insists the company will promote Addyi “None of the villagers tested positive But with no cases emerging in the Boehringer Ingelheim in 2011. The German claims,” the letter said. carefully, focusing on educating doctors about drugmaker shelved the pill after a unanimous (for Ebola),” a health ministry official told village, the director of the National who is likely to benefit from the drug. AFP. Ebola Response Centre’s Situation vote against its approval by FDA advisers in Boosting men’s energy “We would never want a patient who’s not June 2010. Koroma described the lifting of the Room, Ibrahim Sesay, said the country In a video, Slate featured Harvard Medical going to see a benefit to take it and tell every- last large-scale quarantine in the coun- was making progress in its battle CEO Cindy Whitehead and her husband, Bob School professor Abraham Morgentaler, claim- one it doesn’t work,” she said. At the FDA meet- Whitehead, who preceded her as CEO, paid for try as “a special day in the lives of the against haemorrhagic fever. “We are ing that testosterone could boost men’s energy ing in June, Sprout offered to hold off on televi- people”, but he cautioned against “com- doing 90 percent better,” he told the drug, dubbed Addyi, by selling off their and libido. “Their strength may improve. Their sion advertising for up to 18 months after the testosterone business, which had grown to placency in the fight against the reced- reporters. workouts at the gym may get better. They start drug’s initial approval. For now, the company ing virus”, according to his speech which “There has not been any new case of nearly 100 employees. chasing their wives around the room a little bit. has raised $50 million in venture capital to fund These days, the executives like to emphasize was broadcast on national radio on Ebola throughout the country for more They just feel like guys again,” Morgentaler said. its efforts, according to a recent disclosure form. Saturday. than a week now and only 86 people their company’s small size. In interviews, CEO The FDA said his claims were unproven. Analysts said Sprout could easily recoup that Cindy Whitehead jokes that Sprout’s entire staff “Only two patients (both in the are in quarantine nationwide.” Ebola has This past May, the FDA directed all testos- money and eventually be purchased by a larger northern district of Bombali) are in claimed around 11,300 lives since late of 25 could fit in an elevator. terone drugmakers to clarify that their drugs are drugmaker. “I think they’ll sell a lot of it, and the There is little financial information available treatment centres throughout the coun- 2013. More than 99 percent of these intended only for men with low testosterone company will probably get acquired by some- try”, Koroma told the cheering villagers. occurred in Guinea, Liberia and Sierra about Slate or Sprout because they have both due to disease or injury - not normal aging. And body who wants to acquire all of that cash flow,” been privately held. The Whiteheads say their “But you should not rest until Ebola is Leone, according to the World Health new warning labels also stress the risk of heart said Erik Gordon, a business professor at the eradicated,” he said. “Our efforts should Organization. — AFP hormonal implant, Testopel, grew into the sec- attack and stroke with the hormone. University of Michigan. — AP Extreme diving crucial to Arctic research

NY-ALESUND: How do algae react to the Until the start of the 1960s, this town- more pronounced in the Arctic region. and from what depth.” At the end of July, bulky suits and ballast weighing 18 to 20 was sufficiently good to allow a plane to warming of the Arctic Ocean? How is it the northernmost permanent human set- Under water at Ny-Alesund, rising sea the surface temperature of the water was kilos (up to 44 pounds), the divers are each come from Longyearbyen, the main town affecting wildlife in the fjords? To find tlement in the world-was populated by temperatures have already led to the between three and seven degrees Celsius carrying a weight of around 40 kilos. Aside on Spitzberg, in case of an emergency, to answers, researchers rely heavily on divers coal miners. Today it is entirely dedicated appearance of new species of krill (small (37 to 45 degrees Fahrenheit) in the fjord. from the cold, security is another big wor- fly someone to mainland Norway where who brave the icy waters to gather sam- to science. Between mid-April and the crustaceans) and fish, such as Atlantic cod But earlier in the season, they were enter- ry for the trio-and for their insurers who lay the nearest decompression equipment ples. end of August when the sun never sets, and mackerel. ing waters of less than two degrees down very specific demands. When one was located-a journey of some four hours. “Without them, we wouldn’t be able to dozens of researchers stay there. “The scientists give us a sort of ‘shop- Celsius. “Salt water freezes less easily than of them enters the water “another is ready But in the 10 years since it was installed, successfully complete our projects,” admits The site, which boasts exceptional facil- ping list’,” explains Max Schwanitz, 52, a fresh water, at around minus 2.6 degrees C to dive in in case of a problem, while the the chamber has has only ever been used Cornelia Buchholz, a marine biologist who ities despite its extreme location just a diver who has been working since 1994 at here,” he explains, and diving under the ice third is in charge of the boat,” Schwanitz in practice exercises. is working at Ny-Alesund on Spitsbergen, thousand kilometres (600 miles) from the the French-German research station. is rare here. Working with him are two stu- says. “We usually dive to depths of 18-20 the largest island of the Svalbard archipel- North Pole, has a unique window on cli- “For example, they tell us the type, the dents, Mauritz Halbach, 24, and Anke In 2005, the installation of a decom- metres (up to 65 feet),” explains ago in the heart of the Norwegian Arctic. mate change, the effects of which are far size and the quantity of algae they want Bender, 29. Together they form the only pression chamber-indispensable in event Schwanitz, patting the side of the cylin- diving team at Ny-Alesund. “Obviously, of an accident-has made procedures drical white chamber. “Most experiments the temperature is on the extreme side for much simpler. Previously, they would here are done at that depth, so they are diving in here,” explains Halbach, student check every morning to see if the weather safe dives.” — AFP at Oldenbourg in northeastern Germany. “When visibility is very bad or the currents are strong, the dives themselves can also be extreme,” he says.

Hands: The Achilles’ heel Although the divers wear specially made gloves, the cold is felt in the hands. “Hands are always a problem because it’s the part of the body which is most sensitive to cold,” Halbach explains. “We generally stay 30 to 45 minutes in the water. We can stay up to 90 minutes but by that point, your hands are really cold,” adds Schwanitz. Beyond the discom- fort, it can also hamper the precision of the work they are sometimes required to do in the depths, adjusting both photographic equipment and fixed underwater instru- ments for measuring temperature, light and water clarity, as well as gathering samples. The rest of the body is well protected against the cold with divers wearing Arctic cold-water wetsuits, which are 7-millime- SPITZBERG: Photo shows diving masks at the scientific base of Ny Alesund, on the Spitzberg island of tres (0.2 inches) thick. “We also wear warm ZAMA: Visitors walk in a field of sunflowers during the 2015 the Norwegian Arctic Svalbard archipelago. Ny Alesund, equipped with exceptional facilities despite undergarments like for skiing,” says Bender, Zama Sunflower Festival in Zama, Kanagawa prefecture yester- its extreme latitude (1000 km from the North Pole), is a priviliged post to observe climate change, who has a doctorate in marine biology day. Some 50,000 visitors were expected to visit the festival, the which is much more pronounced in the Arctic zone. — AFP from Rostock in Germany. Between their final day of the summer holiday season known as “obon”. — AFP MONDAY, AUGUST 17, 2015 HEALTH & SCIENCE Bird flu spreads to third location in Ivory Coast

ABIDJAN: Ivory Coast said that H5N1 bird flu risk of having them again by five-fold and the fine, the commission said. new cases are kept up, the WHO chief said. from Ebola since late 2013 in the world’s had spread to a third location in the country, being female more than doubled it, FDA approves use of opioid painkiller in World Health Organization director worst outbreak of the often fatal illness that in the latest in a series of outbreaks in West researchers reported in the British Journal of 11-16 year olds The US Food and Drug Margaret Chan cautioned there could be set- began in Guinea and spread to neighboring Africa. The case was discovered on a farm in Sports Medicine. Administration has approved the use of backs in the coming months but said Guinea, Sierra Leone and Liberia. the village of Modeste, about 15 km (nine Johnson Health Tech to pay US fine over opioid painkiller OxyContin in patients Liberia and Sierra Leone could begin 2016 Liberia, the hardest-hit country, was miles) east of the commercial capital exercise equipment defects Johnson Health aged 11 to 16 who have not benefited completely Ebola-free. declared Ebola-free in May, but six new cases Abidjan. Tech agreed to pay a $3 million penalty for enough from alternatives. The long-acting “If the current intensity of case detection last month raised fears that the virus had not There’s little evidence to help avoid stress failing to report a defect with its Matrix drug already treats adults suffering from and contact tracing is sustained, the virus been completely beaten back. fractures Although there are plenty of opin- Fitness Ascent Trainers and Elliptical Trainers around-the-clock pain, and has been refor- could be soundly defeated by the end of this Chan said that new cases in Liberia had ions about what causes tiny, painful stress that could spark fires and lead to potentially mulated over the years to combat rising year,” Chan told the United Nations Security again stopped and only three cases per week fractures in the bones of regular runners, a serious injury, the U.S. Consumer Product prescription drug abuse in the United Council. had been reported in Guinea and Sierra new review of existing research finds solid Safety Commission. The company, based in States. Meanwhile. the Ebola epidemic in “That means getting to zero and staying Leone over the past two weeks. evidence for only two risk factors. Having Taiwan with a subsidiary in Wisconsin, did West Africa could be completely over by at zero,” she said during a special meeting on This represents the lowest numbers seen had a stress fracture in the past raised the not admit to the charges in agreeing to pay the end of the year if efforts to root out the disease. Around 11,300 people have died in well over a year, she said.— Agencies S African leaders meet as region faces food crisis

JOHANNESBURG: Leaders of 15 southern people. African countries will gather for an annual The country’s Vice President Emmerson summit today as the region grapples with Mnangagwa has already appealed for cash serious food shortages that have left a from “development agencies and the private record number of people needing aid. sector” to ensure that the vulnerable are not A toxic mix of erratic rains, abnormally “exposed to hunger and starvation”. high temperatures and floods have wreaked In Malawi floods earlier this year ravaged havoc on farming, writing off the bulk of this fields, killing 176 people. Traditionally the year’s crop. third largest producer of maize in the region, An estimated 27.4 million people out of this year it is being forced to import from the region’s combined population of 292 neighbour Zambia. million-or nearly one in 10 people-will be According to official estimates, up to 2.8 depending on food handouts by the end of million Malawians will need food relief from the year. Yields of the staple corn have year end when the food shortages peak. A shrunk by up to 90 percent in some coun- sharp decline in rainfall combined with a tries of the 15-nation Southern African heatwave across Botswana, meanwhile, have Development Community (SADC), a June caused a dramatic 70 percent drop in land report by the group said. under cultivation-and 90 percent of the crop “Given the hazards faced, the number of parched. The diamond-rich country has allo- food insecure people ... increased by 13 per- cated $44 million in emergency funds to cent (to) 27.4 million this year compared to tackle what the government is calling its 24.3 million for last year,” said the report. But worst drought in 30 years. the leaders meeting in Botswana from And with regional breadbasket South Monday are not expected to launch a joint Africa recording a 31 percent decline in out- regional appeal for help. put this year, fears are high of a ripple effect “Instead, individual countries will do so,” across importers Swaziland, Botswana and said Margaret Nyirenda, director of SADC’s Lesotho. Food, Agriculture and Natural Resources The current maize harvest in South Africa Division. Malawi, Zimbabwe, Namibia and is “the lowest yield since 2007,” the country’s Botswana are among the worst-hit. agriculture department told AFP, adding that the country will have to import around LOS ANGELES: Pedestrians walk past a digital thermometer reading 113 degrees Fahrenheit in the Canoga Park section of Los Angeles on Worst in a decade 600,000 tonnes of maize to cover the deficit Saturday. The National Weather Service issued warnings of excessive heat throughout Southern California into Saturday night, with some areas World Food Programme spokesman and meet its contractual export obligations. expected to see highs of 10 to 15 degrees above normal. — AP David Orr told AFP Zimbabwe and Malawi The prolonged dry spells in parts of the were facing their “worst food security crisis” region have also reduced grazing land and in a decade. Zimbabwe, with a shortfall of feed for livestock, and are likely to push up High pressure system cranks 49 percent, will need to import 700,000 the prices of red meat, milk, chickens and tonnes of the staple corn to feed 1.5 million eggs. — AFP up the heat across the West Authorities warn not to leave children, pets in cars

PHOENIX: Much of the West was smothered in a blan- had been out of water for at least three days. Teams Winds were light “but it’s so hot and dry right now ket of heat Saturday with triple-digit temperatures hit- were searching for about 17 others who were heading that it’s not going to take a lot of wind to spread fires,” ting Phoenix, Los Angeles and other cities. Above-nor- from the Mexican border north. he said. A brushfire that erupted Friday afternoon in for- mal temperatures were expected through the weekend The National Weather Service issued warnings of est foothills north and east of Los Angeles quickly grew as a high-pressure system centered over New Mexico excessive heat throughout Southern California into to 4 square miles, torched several cabins and remained acted like a lid to block cooler air, leaving valleys, deserts Saturday night, with some areas expected to see highs out of control Saturday. Firefighters worked in triple- and mountains high and very dry. of 10 to 15 degrees above normal, said Scott Sukup, a digit heat and several were treated for dehydration or Authorities warned people not to leave small chil- weather service meteorologist in Oxnard. heat exhaustion. dren or pets in cars, where temperatures can quickly The mercury hit 96 degrees in downtown Los Temperatures were expected to be cooler in soar. Los Angeles and other cities were keeping libraries Angeles, with the San Fernando Valley and other inland California’s coastal regions, with highs in the 80s. About and other facilities open late to serve as cooling shelters valleys ranging up to 107. Palm Springs hit 118, tying an 1 million people were expected to hit 32 miles of Los for those without air conditioning. old record set in 1992, and Death Valley’s high reached Angeles County beaches this weekend, county lifeguard Phoenix broke a daily record Saturday, reaching 115 123, according to the weather service. Capt. Kenichi Haskett said. degrees, topping a 1992 record by 3 degrees, the But they might have to share the water with some National Weather Service said. “Stay inside if you can,” Low humidity prickly guests. Calm, warm waters have drawn the barb- Dan Leins, a weather service meteorologist in Phoenix, The high in Las Vegas was 109 degrees. The Western tailed stingray to the surf line, where they bask in the said. “It’s dangerous, regardless of how acclimated you heat wave began Thursday and was expected to contin- shallows and burrow in the sand, Haskett said. are to the climate, because it can be deadly.” ue through yesterday. “There’s been a big area of high “We could have a couple of hundred at Santa Mike Stephens took precautions for an early-morn- pressure that was over New Mexico and it’s been Monica Bay,” he said. About two dozen people were ing run in Estrella Regional Park, a desert and mountain expanding westward,” Sukup said. stung Thursday and Friday, he said. The venomous wilderness area in Phoenix. He carried 1 1/2 liters of The heat, coupled with low humidity, has increased stings are painful but not lethal. Stingrays aren’t aggres- water and was careful not to overdo it. the fire danger in California, where some two dozen sive but will respond if stepped on. Haskett said people TOKYO: A security guard has a lunch alone at Tokyo’s Shiodome business district, “You have to know what your body can do” he said. major fires in recent weeks have destroyed thousands of can avoid stings by doing the “stingray shuffle” - shuf- yesterday. The temperature reached 32 degrees Celsius (90 degrees Fahrenheit) dur- In the desert 50 miles south of Phoenix, Maricopa acres of trees and brush left bone -dry by years of fling their feet through the sand when entering the ing the day in the city. — AP County Sheriff’s deputies rescued three migrants who drought. water to give the stingrays warning. — AP WHAT’S ON MONDAY, AUGUST 17, 2015

Indulge in the pleasures of summer delights the healthy way

arah Al Rifai, Dietetics Manager at Diet Care shows you how you can indulge Fyour summery sweet tooth without the unhealthy consequences. For many, indulging on sugary sweets during the summer makes them happier. Summer fun and sun is often associated with sugary candy and creamy cold delights. The disappointing truth behind that powerful urge of consuming high levels of sugar for the summer season - even though you think your body needs it - actually keeps weight on for a longer period of time, compels you to crave more sugar, makes you tired and cranky and also causes your skin to break out. As it becomes part of your daily routine and you begin to crave sweet foods every day, it becomes more and more difficult to stop, especially in Kuwait’s blistering summer season where your body is aching for those delicious cold delights. Farah Al Rifai, Dietetics Manager at Diet Care, shows us how you can indulge on our summer’s sweet desires without encouraging your sweet tooth. Light Vanilla Ice Cream from vanilla bean and add seeds and bean to sieve into the freezer can of an ice-cream freez- Summer is the season to be outdoors, enjoy the Get creative with homemade Ingredients milk mixture. Heat milk mixture to 180 degrees er; discard solids. Freeze according to manufac- weather and be active. Beach activities from frozen treats 1 cup low fat whip cream or until tiny bubbles form around edge (do not turer’s instructions. Spoon ice cream into a swimming to jet skiing are extremely popular in Frozen desserts are the perfect way to cool 1/4 cup stevia or splenda, divided boil). Remove pan from heat, cover and let freezer-safe container; cover and freeze 3 hours Kuwait and the best to keep your body and soul down when the weather is scorching hot. To 2 tablespoons agave syrup stand 10 minutes Combine remaining sweeten- or until firm in balance. But remember always to put on make sure you can control what goes into 1/8 teaspoon salt er and egg yolks in a medium bowl, stirring well your sunscreen! The heat will also make you feel your food, create your own version of your 1 can evaporated low-fat milk with a whisk. Gradually add hot milk mixture to Fruit Smoothie more dehydrated, so make sure you drink fresh, favourite summer treats. They taste just the 1 vanilla bean, split lengthwise egg mixture, stirring constantly with a whisk. Ingredients low-calorie drinks and hydrate with at least same with a few simple tricks. Try making 3 large egg yolks Return milk mixture to pan and cook over 1 cup plain non-fat yogurt three litres of water daily. your own delicious “Light Vanilla Ice Cream” or medium heat until a thermometer registers 160 1 banana a refreshing “Fruit Smoothie” of just 100 Preparation degrees, stirring constantly. Remove from heat 1 orange blended Expand your workout routine kcal/scoop or cup. You can easily substitute Combine the whip cream, half the stevia or and place pan in a large ice-filled bowl for 20 6 frozen strawberries Summer is the season to add more to your the high calories and create your own healthy splenda, agave syrup, salt, and evaporated milk minutes or until egg mixture is cool, stirring workout routine with various outdoor activities. summer treats. in a medium heavy saucepan. Scrape seeds occasionally. Pour milk mixture through a fine Preparation In addition to your daily workout routine, Farah Combine the yogurt, banana, juice and suggests to increase your daily training by time, strawberries for 20 second. Scrape down the sets or intensity or even walk around malls. sides and blend for an additional 15 seconds Summer is also the perfect time to experiment with new activities given the longer day light. Feed your craving in small intervals throughout the day Focus on ‘happy’ meals The best way to a healthy weight is limiting Obesity psychologists have found that feel- your portions and not your options, says Farah. ing guilty about food will only make you eat Eating small portions from a variety of food will more. Guilt trips only evoke negative emotions make you happy and satisfied without gaining that, in turn, will make you punish yourself by weight. A healthy diet is a lifestyle...something having more binge-eating sessions. The solu- you can spend the rest of your life living with, tion? Don’t feel bad about straying away from and not just a couple of months of attempting your diet once in a while and allow yourself the to reach a target and then going back to occasional “happy” meal without dwelling on it. unhealthy habits and behaviours. To ensure A few of Farah’s summer happy meals include, you’re having small portions of sweet foods Quinoa Salad, Kale chips with a light Avocado throughout the day, eat dried fruits, yoghurt dip and Fruit Kababas dipped in 70% dark and whole oats in the morning, a bar of raw chocolate. Yum and healthy! nuts and honey in the afternoon, and light fruit Summer is the season to lay back, relax and smoothie made from low-fat milk and sweeten- enjoy. It is that time of year to take a break er in the early evening. These options are not from all the work calculated options and only healthier and can curb your appetite stressed fast-paced lifestyles. Do not shy away towards sugar. from fun and sweet food options but also stay mindful of what you eat to maintain a healthy, Get some sun! happy lifestyle. In the wise words of Farah, “Be Studies have shown that sun rays make you free. Take control of your emotions. Take more mindful of the food you consume. In fact, responsibility for your actions. Love yourself. the more you expose yourself to the sun, the Be kind to yourself. Take care of yourself, listen happier you get and the less food you eat. to your body and enjoy the holidays!”

Greetings appy 1st birthday to our god Hblessing Riddhimaan Raj. May you enjoy all the care- free happiness and laughter of your first year on earth to continue for all the years to come. We want to wish you hundreds more birthday and countless wonderful days. All the best in this life and we pray for your good health, joy and happiness on your 1st birthday. It marks the start of your life’s journey into society. Best wishes from Mamma, Papa, and relatives.

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All photos submitted for What’s On should be minimum 200dpi. Articles must be in plain text and should include name and phone numbers. Articles and photos that Wayanad members meet Ambassador Sunil Jain fail to meet these requirements will not be published. embers of the Kuwait Wayanad Association Many topics were discussed including people’s mother land. During the day of October 2nd (KWA) met Sunil Jain, the Indian ambassador migration to gulf countries mainly due to the fall of (Gandhi Jayanthy), the ambassador acknowledged Please send them to Min Kuwait recently. During the visit, the prices on agricultural products, which was the main the importance of cleanliness, in our day to day life [email protected] ambassador congratulated KWA dignitaries for the income of wayanad one time and the drop of which will automatically be implemented in our sur- substantial efforts they put forward to form an asso- income when compared to investment made people roundings, hence a healthy living style will be ciation for wayanad people in Kuwait. to take up jobs in other countries leaving their implemented. WHAT’S ON MONDAY, AUGUST 17, 2015

Movenpick Hotel Kuwait organizes blood donation campaign

ovenpick Hotel Kuwait organized social objectives will help strengthen and Movenpick Hotel Kuwait and other com- Movenpick Hotel Kuwait, expressed his attempt to participate in community serv- a blood donation campaign in consolidate the hotel’s roles and activities panies within the free zone donated happiness saying, “We organized a blood ice and help to deal with critical situations Mcollaboration with the Central in the community. The campaign was held blood during the one-day event. donation campaign with the support of that are so common at hospitals every Blood Bank in the belief that achieving its at the hotel. About 100 employees of Hassan Hassanein, General Manager of our belief in humanitarian action, as an day.”

The Sultan Center gears up for back Make Marina Hotel Kuwait your to school season one-stop-destination for all weddings

o start the school year in style, The boxes, water thermos and stationary sets. he magnificent Shaikha Salwa Sabah Al stantly explore delivering tailor made menus husband and wife must be conducted in a Sultan Center has a complete collec- For the teens and university students TSC Ahmad Theater & Hall of Marina Hotel and bringing to the hotel’s guests a wide range venue that can provide only the finest setting. Ttion of stylish and exciting school has trend setting must haves, including TKuwait, nestled in the heart of Salmiya of exciting experiences to each event. Wedding This includes the most delightful cuisine and a supplies to fully equip students for another exclusive designs of imported backpacks, with a spectacular seaside location, is your guests can enjoy the wide variety of scrump- magnificently decorated ballroom. With a ven- exciting academic year. As the school notebooks and stationary supplies. one-stop-destination for all weddings. No tious delicacies from the elaborate buffet at ue that can also bring back treasured memo- countdown begins, TSC is the shopping TSC has gone a step further in making matter what size wedding you are planning, Shaikha Salwa Sabah Al Ahmad Theater & Hall. ries of lavish wedding celebrations from previ- destination for all your back to school back to shopping easier for parents by Marina Hotel offers couples a truly memorable The memories of your wedding day will last ous generations, today’s weddings at the needs. From complete ranges of trendy and offering a collection of bundle backs com- wedding to suit any type of wedding festivity. a lifetime and Marina Hotel Kuwait will ensure Sheikha Salwa Sabah Al-Ahmad Theater & Hall fashionable backpacks, notebooks and sta- prised of backpacks, stationary and all the Having a great layout and capacity of up to that your special day is perfect. The hotel is are among the most extravagant and memo- tionary sets to calculators, coloring pens needed accessories for all ages. There is 500 persons, the Sheikha Salwa Sabah Al delighted to offer guests exclusive wedding rable weddings imaginable. and computers you will find the latest and also a back to school promotion for TSC Ahmad Theater & Hall is an ideal place for your packages across the year, which includes Combining unparalleled excellence in serv- trendiest school supplies that will take stu- card holders, for every KD 25 they spend on special event. The hall unravels beauty and accommodation for one night in a beautiful ice and hospitality with outstanding presenta- dents back to school in style. back to school stationary they are entitled flexibility with its expert wedding planning superior room and a romantic candle-lit din- tion and personal service, the hotel holds a For the younger students TSC has to enter a draw for a chance to win laptops team who devote their attention to every ner and breakfast in the room for the bride reputation as an expert in turning your wed- imported an assortment of the latest char- and other fantastic prizes. Follow TSC on detail ensuring that your wedding will surpass and groom. For the wedding celebrations, a ding celebration into a truly magnificent event. acter schoolbags of Frozen, Dora, Barbie, social media for more exciting activities all expectations. The package is further com- custom-made, three-tier wedding cake is If you are looking for a beautiful wedding cere- Spiderman, and Real Madrid, complete and contests for back to school. Going back plemented with an award winning culinary offered. mony venue, the wedding package at Marina with all the needed accessories of lunch to school with TSC has never been simpler. team comprising of dedicated chefs who con- Such a momentous occasion that unites Hotel is available all through the year.

Youth India Kuwait organizes blood donation camp

outh India Kuwait, a leading youth organization working for the wellbeing of expatriate Indians has organized a blood donation camp in co-ordination with Kuwait Blood Bank at the auspicious occasion of 69th Indian Independence and loving memories of great patriots of Indian Independence struggle. Hundreds of Indian nationals come forward to donate blood and to show their solidarity to Indian Yfreedom fighters. Indian embassy second secretary Dr Susheel Kumar (IFS) inaugurated the camp by donating blood. He commented that he is very happy and appreciated the members of youth India for arranging such a noble venture during our independence day. The blood donation camp started at 3 PM and continued up to 7 PM. MONDAY, AUGUST 17, 2015 TV PROGRAMS

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

You’re intent on doing an excellent job on whatever projects you choose to tack- It’s as if clouds have descended over your imagination, making it an uphill battle le today. Your current willingness to put in the extra time inspires others to to share your thoughts today. Unfortunately, you might not be able to latch onto appreciate you even more. You may be motivated on your own, but being a positive vision to lift yourself out of your malaise. Thankfully, someone special noticed certainly doesn’t hurt. Just don’t let the compliments swell your head; may suddenly come along and inspire you, catalyzing the change you need. hard work all but ensures your success as long as you don’t expect more than Your disappointment could dissipate quickly if you’re open enough to accept you deserve. well-intended assistance when it’s offered. The right decision can make your dreams come true.

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

Someone may be pulling strings behind the curtains, possibly manipulating you You might choose to participate in a group event with social acquaintances or to change your current direction. However, you’re inclined to push back if you neighbors today, even if you don’t have much in common with those involved. feel coerced. Your obstinacy could stand in the way of learning whatever it is you Maybe you’re driven by the potential connections you could make, rather than need to know at this time, especially if you try to overwhelm others with your deepening any one relationship. Give yourself permission to engage without perspective before they are able to say anything at all. Stay open to the facts having to justify your decision, especially since the pros likely outweigh the cons, even if they’re not what you want to hear now. The truth can set you free. anyway.

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

You might actually believe you could earn a gold medal in mental gymnastics, You may attempt to adhere to your established schedule so you can set a good but each clever thought you add to a conversation today is ignored as if you example for others to follow today. But keeping everyone else in line is tricky ACROSS 83. A loose sleeveless outer garment made don’t even exist. You may start to feel invisible because your ideas don’t seem when you’re feeling so antsy yourself. Fortunately, you should be able to balance 1. (computer science) A computer that is run- from aba cloth. capable of gaining traction. It’s no fun if you can’t make yourself understood, but your current responsibilities with the incoming waves of restlessness if you keep ning software that allows users to leave mes- don’t let your frustration define your day. Instead, recognize that you’re just a bit track of your priorities. Focusing your intentions in the present moment is easier sages and access information of general inter- DOWN off in your delivery now. Thankfully, this communication quagmire won’t last; if you remember the long-term payoff will bring lasting satisfaction in the end. est. 1. Divulge information or secrets. you can play to a more willing audience tomorrow. 4. A city in northern Nigeria. 2. An island in Indonesia east of Java. 11. A telephone connection. 3. Be going to. 15. The syllable naming the sixth (submediant) 4. Statesman who led Northern Rhodesia to full note of a major or minor scale in solmization. independence as Zambia in 1964 and served as Capricorn (December 22-January 19) 16. Relating to or demonstrating acapnia. Zambia's first president (born in 1924). Cancer (June 21-July 22) 17. (prefix) Indicating difference or variation. 5. A unit of area (4840 square yards) used in 18. A flat wing-shaped process or winglike part English-speaking countries. You’re fantasizing about a familiar escape now that the Moon is brightening your It’s essential to say exactly what you mean today or a miscommunication can of an organism. 6. Very spicy sauce made from tabasco peppers. 9th House of Travel. Unfortunately, you can’t focus on the necessary planning for suddenly turn a seemingly unimportant comment into a major meltdown. Open 19. A university town in east central Illinois 7. A cut of pork ribs with much of the meat your dream vacation now, especially if you believe it’s just an unrealistic flight of conflict serves no purpose now, since you’re already cognizant of the current dif- adjoining Champaign. trimmed off. your imagination. Stop worrying about the practicalities of your big ideas. ferences of opinion. There may not be an obvious resolution because arguments 20. God of the underworld. 8. A hotel providing overnight lodging for trav- Sometimes it’s more important to dream than anything else. Failing to reach your 21. Linear with respect to each of two variables might miss the point entirely. Think about the impact of your words before you elers. objective may be disappointing, but having no goals at all can be tragic. or positions. 9. A B vitamin essential for the normal function say anything at all. A well-crafted message will produce your desired results. 23. A heavy odorless colorless gas formed dur- of the nervous system and the gastrointestinal ing respiration and by the decomposition of tract. organic substances. 10. A radioactive element of the actinide series. 25. A Chadic language spoken in northern 11. A large bottle for holding corrosive liquids. Leo (July 23-August 22) Aquarius (January 20- February 18) Nigeria. 12. Type genus of the Alcidae comprising solely 26. A digital display that uses liquid crystal cells the razorbill. that change reflectivity in an applied electric 13. (Welsh) A warrior god. You need to rely on your inner resources today rather than basing your feelings field. You might have re ve aled your opinion too quickl y about an import ant issue, and 14. Fail to keep or to maintain. on acquiring new possessions. Unfortunately, if you’re suffering from a bout of 27. An athlete who plays for pay on a part-time now you’re unable to take back your word s. A disagreement with your partner 22. (Greek mythology) The rarified fluid said to low self-esteem, you probably won’t think you are deserving of something spe- today can suddenly turn the sweetest re lationship into a temporary battlefield. basis. cial now, anyway. Nevertheless, you’re likely being harder on yourself than need- 29. (astronomy) A measure of time defined by flow in the veins of the Gods. Your good inte ntions aren’t enough; you also must remain vigi lant or everything 24. An organization of countries formed in 1961 ed. Stay aware of any lingering negativity while delaying a purchase decision could quickly grow nasty. Take complete responsibility for your current role in the Earth's orbital motion. until tomorrow when your approach will be fair and balanced. No amount of 31. (astronomy) The angular distance of a celes- to agree on a common policy for the sale of sketchy dynamics to get the process moving in the right direction once again. money will make you happy if you’re not happy with yourself. tial point measured westward along the celes- petroleum. tial equator from the zenith crossing. 28. A group of island in eastern Indonesia 32. An ugly evil-looking old woman. between Celebes and New Guinea. 30. Walking on the tips of ones's toes so as to 33. A member of an extinct North American Virgo (August 23-September 22) Pisces (February 19-March 20) Indian people who lived in the Pit river valley in make no noise. northern California. 34. A promontory in northern Morocco opposite the Rock of Gibraltar. 37. A town in Hawaii on the island of Hawaii. Your moods are shifting with irregularity now that the evocative Moon is back in Improving your financial situation may be one of your top concerns now. 35. Naturally occurring crystalline sodium chlo- 40. A radioactive transuranic element. your sign. It feels as if you’re riding a see-saw today; you’re quite confident one However, it’s crucial to concentrate on creating common ground with someone 42. (Scotland) A small loaf or roll of soft bread. ride. 36. A medicinal drug used to evoke vomiting moment and feeling shaky the next. Instead of taking time to acknowledge the else, rather than blazing your own trail to wealth. The reflective Moon highlights 43. South American cavy. positive side of a situation, you could be swept downward in a self-judgmental your 7th House of Partners, helping to stabilize a relationship today as long as 45. A partially opened flower. (especially in cases of drug overdose or poison- spiral. Luckily, you have the power to change your direction and to propel your- you’re willing to remain honest about your needs. Things might not change as 47. Moving quickly and lightly. ing). 49. Last or greatest in an indefinitely large 38. Hungarian composer of light operas (1870- self to the top of your game. Make an empowering decision and stick with it, no quickly as you wish. Paradoxically, taking a less aggressive approach to making series. 1948). matter what happens along the way. money is the fastest way to reduce the pressure. 50. The shorter of the two telegraphic signals 39. Anything that serves as an enticement. used in Morse code. 41. Of a temperature scale that registers the 52. Of or relating to or supporting Catholicism. freezing point of water as 32 degrees F and the Word Search 54. A member of the Muskhogean people for- boiling point as 212 degrees F at one atmos- Yesterday Solution merly living in northern Alabama. phere of pressure. 56. Comprises true vertebrates and animals 44. Mild yellow Dutch cheese made in balls. having a notochord. 46. Tropical woody herb with showy yellow 57. Watery fluid of the blood that resembles flowers and flat pods. plasma but contains fibrinogen. 48. Expletives used informally as intensifiers. 58. One of the 150 lyrical poems and prayers 51. Walk on one's toes. that comprise the Book of Psalms in the Old 53. United States astronomer who discovered Testament. the planet Pluto (1906-1997). 60. An international organization of European 55. A man who courts a woman. countries formed after World War II to reduce 59. A metallic element having four allotropic trade barriers and increase cooperation among forms. its members. 63. An analytic or interpretive literary composi- 61. A solution containing a phosphate buffer. tion. 62. A small ball with a hole through the middle. 64. (Irish) Chief god of the Tuatha De Danann. 65. By that means or because of that. 66. The act of drawing or hauling something. 73. A river in north central Switzerland that runs 67. A member of an Iroquoian people formerly northeast into the Rhine. living on the south shore of Lake Erie in north- 74. Of flowers. ern Ohio and northwest Pennsylvania and west- 77. Aircraft landing in bad weather in which the ern New York. pilot is talked down by ground control using 68. A body of poetry that conveys the traditions precision approach radar. of a society by treating some epic theme. 78. A member of the Dravidian people living in 69. Altered from an originally straight condition. southeastern India. 70. Any of numerous agile ruminants related to 79. A member of the Iroquoian people formerly living between Lake Chaplain and the Saint sheep but having a beard and straight horns. Lawrence River. 71. Someone who works (or provides workers) 80. A barrier constructed to contain the flow or during a strike. water or to keep out the sea. 72. God of love and erotic desire. 81. Fermented alcoholic beverage similar to but 75. (Irish) Mother of the ancient Irish gods. heavier than beer. 76. A lipoprotein that transports cholesterol in 82. Marked by quiet and caution and secrecy. the blood. Yesterday’s Solution

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mily Ratajkowski hides when she hears Robin Thicke’s track ‘Blurred Lines’ in bars. The 24-year-old bikini model and actress was made famous when she starred in the music video in which she appears naked and Pharrell and is E Robin Thicke are fully clothed, singing “You know you want it” at her, but says it Cavill feels ‘so cool’ now makes her cower in embarrassment and she even mistakes it for Marvin Gaye’s ‘Give it Up’. She said: “I have to say, from someone who really knows the as Superman beginning of ‘Blurred Lines’ when it comes on, half the time it’s the Marvin Gaye song, but I’ve already tried to leave the place or hide, and then it’s like. ‘Oh it’s the enry Cavill feels “so cool” in his Superman cos- Marvin Gaye one, what was I stressing about? They’re that similar.” The ‘Gone Girl’ tume. The 32-year-old actor is set to reprise actress wouldn’t appear in the video if asked now. She said: “I think I’ve done Hthe superhero role in ‘Batman V Superman: enough nudity now that I don’t really need to do ‘Blurred Lines’ again. Like, if Dawn of Justice’ and feels “honored” to be a part of someone asked me to do it now, I’d probably say no.” Whilst the brunette beauty such an iconic franchise. He said: “It really, truly is an insisted she has no regrets, she confessed she didn’t actually like the idea of the honor, not just in getting to do it once, but to be project - which was later accused of being “rapey” - when first approached, and granted the opportunity again, it’s magical.”Stepping also didn’t care that it was Pharrell Williams who wanted her to do it. She said: “It in front of the mirror, with the costume on, I cannot was so bad. I was like, there is absolutely no way they could pay me enough mon- describe the feeling. It’s so cool.” Henry stars opposite ey. “I didn’t care. Because it’s me, and it’s me, so I don’t care who’s attached to it.” Ben Affleck as Batman in the movie, and is a huge fan But acclaimed music director Diane Martel - who has worked with Miley Cyrus - of his “extraordinary” co-star. He said: “I’m big fan of Ratajkowski Ratajkowski convinced the star. She told GQ magazine: “We just connected personally, she’s his. I think he’s got an extraordinary talent. He’s got smart, she’s really culturally sensitive, and she talked to me about her ideas and his own signature and style. He does things his own how the women would be in the video.”

embarrassed by Blurred Lines by Blurred embarrassed way and I really respect that. “He’s had his ups and downs and now ups again and I think that helps cul- tivate a wealth of character in a career and a person.” The ‘Man of Steel’ actor has to bulk up to play Superman and it causes him an “expensive” problem as it requires a whole new wardrobe for when he isn’t working. He told HELLO! magazine: “It’s not so much an unusual problem as an expensive one. “When I bulk up, I can’t fit into any of my clothes, so I have to go out and buy a new wardrobe, essentially. And then they’re all hanging off me when I’m smaller.”

Jepsen starstruck for ‘entire’ shoot with Hanks arly Rae Jepsen was starstruck during her entire video ears ended shoot with Tom Hanks. The 29-year-old singer cast the CHollywood star in the promo clip for ‘I Really Like You’ and struggled to stay cool because she was so excited to spend time with him. She said: “I was on a cloud that whole shoot. lla Eyre became a singer when ear infections The Brit School, I was signed by Virgin.” The Usually I’m starstruck for a minute and once I get to talk to the ended her swimming dreams. The 21-year- ‘Gravity’ singer is stunned by how far she has person and realise how human they are, it’s like, OK, you’re real- Eold star initially wanted to pursue her sport- come in such a short space of time. She told ly chill.’ “With Tom Hanks, even though he made things really ing passion when she was younger but gave it up Glamour magazine: “You know when people ask, comfortable for the entire day, in my head I kept being like, ‘It’s swimming career after frequently getting ill, something which she ‘Where do you see yourself in five years?’ Well, Tom Hanks!’ Oh my goodness!’ “I tried to keep it cool on the out- Eyre’s Eyre’s now regards as a “blessing in disguise”. She said: “I never, not for one second, could I have imagined side. I was telling my friends, ‘I want to bring props from his wanted to be a swimmer when I was growing up - what might happen over just one year. To play videos like a box of chocolates and a volleyball and get him to I trained so hard, but at 13 I had to give it up as I Glastonbury and a sold-out UK tour and now sign everything.’ And they were like, ‘Please don’t do that. Try to kept getting really bad ear infections.”It was obvi- being the face of a perfume [Emporio Armani’s be cool.’ “ Carly is good friends with Justin Bieber and enjoyed ously a blessing in disguise, because I started dra- Diamonds] - it’s crazy. But there’s still so much to being in the audience for his recent Comedy Central roast - ma and eventually moved to The Brit School.” And do.” though she did feel guilty when she laughed at the jokes. She Ella planned to become a musical theatre actress told heat magazine: “I was there in the front row for the Bieber until her vocal coach suggested she try singing roast. That was a lot of fun - you could see he was so lightheart- full-time. She added: “My coach introduced me to ed about it. “I was proud. It was funny, we were on a table with the man who is still my manager today, we all the people from his management team, and every time worked together for a year just experimenting there was a good joke, we were all guiltily drinking our wine with different sounds, and a month after leaving and being like, ‘Is it OK if we laugh?’” Rita Ora: Calvin Harris didnt’ cause album delay

ita Ora insists Calvin Harris never caused the delay of her second album. The ‘I Will Never Let You Down’ hitmaker had Rworked on four tracks with the Scottish DJ, but when they ended their relationship he blocked her from using them, although she insists it was just her busy schedule that kept her out of the recording studio, meaning she hadn’t had time to do much work on her LP. She said: “I have to be very clear - there was never a record.”There were about four tracks that were building into a record but it was never like, ‘OK, we’re ready to go’. “‘I Will Never Let You Down’ came out because I wanted to put it out there and then Heard works better because that’s how I felt at that point in my life. “I wasn’t thinking, ‘Well what are you going to follow it up with Rita?’ I was like, ‘I don’t care, we’re putting it out.’ “So I had to finish the record and I never Charlize Theron: I choose with ‘great talents’ really got round to it because I was touring around, then I was promoting ‘I Will Never...’, then I started to shoot ‘Southpaw’ then ... per- mber Heard “raises her game” when working with “great tal- sonally, things didn’t go to plan.” The 24-year-old star felt it best to films to make a ‘better world’ ents”. The 29-year-old actress feels “very lucky” to have starred take time out to recover from her heartbreak instead of “wasting” Aalongside Eddie Redmayne in ‘The Danish Girl’, Christopher time and money attempting to work on the record. She added: “I Walken in ‘When I Live My Life Over Again’ and James Franco in ‘The harlize Theron chooses her roles so her son can grow up in a “better world”. Adderall Diaries’, because they are all so talented, which inspires her was in a moment in my life where I knew that if I walked into a The 40-year-old actress - who adopted three-year-old Jackson in 2012 - recording studio, you’re not gonna get the best work out of me. “So to push herself harder. She said: “I’m very lucky that I’ve been able to Cinsists she never worries about her projects impacting on family life, but is work with actors like Eddie Redmayne, Christopher Walken and I’m not gonna waste people’s money and time to do something attracted to parts in “difficult and socially conscious” movies because she wants to that I know I’m probably not gonna like when I’m in a good pace.” James Franco. “When you find yourself among great talents like that make a difference. Asked if motherhood makes her worry about accepting certain you experience a tremendous sense of satisfaction. It helps you raise And Rita insists she isn’t upset at losing the tracks she worked on parts, she said: “That’s not really an issue for me. I’ve never been the kind of actor with Calvin because she has some “greater” ones instead. She told your game as well.” In ‘The Danish Girl’, Eddie plays Lili Elbe, one of who takes their roles home with them. “Once I leave the set, that’s it. I’m not brood- the first people to have gender reassignment surgery and Amber Glamour magazine: “They’re great tunes. But it’s OK, we can make ing or sad. “As a mother, I actually feel more drawn to playing in difficult and socially greater tunes. We have made greater tunes. It’s absolutely fine.” thinks it will do a lot to educate people and break down taboos conscious films so tat my son Jackson can grow up in a better world.” In the early around the subject. She told HELLO! magazine: “It’s an issue that is days of her career, the ‘Dark Places’ actress struggled financially, but she insists her gaining more and more attention and it’s going to help the trans- situation wasn’t difficult and most women in Hollywood share the same deter- gender community deal with the social and sexual stigma attached mined streak. She told OK! magazine: “Every actor faces the same situation and I to gender issues. “Gender identity was not a big issue in Greek and don’t consider myself particularly heroic because I wouldn’t take no for an answer. Roman times, where notions of gay or straight were not so rigidly “But I can tell you one thing - that most of the women who succeed in this business defined as now. “A film like this can break down a lot of taboos and are incredibly determined, regardless of how talented or beautiful they may hap- misconceptions - and Eddie gives an incredible performance.” pen to be.” Iron Maiden unveil new single ron Maiden have unveiled their first single in five years. The heavy metal band has premiered I‘Speed of Light’, which is the first track to be taken from their forthcoming 16th studio album ‘The Book of Souls’ - their first since 2010’s ‘The Final Frontier’ - which will be released on September 4. The rockers recorded the collection in Paris at the end of last year with long-standing producer Kevin Shirley, although the release was delayed when frontman Bruce Dickinson was diagnosed with tongue cancer, later being given the all-clear in May following treatment. Last month the 57-year-old star said the health scare has made him want to “stop wasting time” and only do things which are important to him. He told BANG Showbiz: “Once I got through it, I just wanted to get on with life, and stop wasting time. I now have less time for people who waste my time. It’s not that I’m impatient, I just think now that there are more important things to do than waste my time on people who are just wasting my time, there are more important things really. That’s it really, not a great deal has changed. I didn’t have any great religious experience as a result of it.” LIFESTYLE37 MONDAY, AUGUST 17, 2015 Gossip Ice Cube: People prefer Nice Cube

ce Cube thinks people would “much rather see Nice Cube than Ice Cube any day”. The 46-year-old rapper-turned-actor has revealed he’s a huge fan Iof his own movies, which he described as “great”, and thinks his audience enjoys seeing him assume the role of likable characters. Cube said: “I’m not surprised that I’m now doing movies. My movies are great, they do good, and people watch them over and over again. “On my records, that’s not a character or an actor you’re hearing, that’s real life. But in a movie, I can be anybody because it’s all just make-believe. “What’s astonishing is how people say that because you did this kind of movie, you must be this kind of person. People would much rather see Nice Cube than Ice Cube any day.” In the new NWA biopic, ‘Straight Outta Compton’, the role of Cube is played by his son, O’Shea Jackson Jr, and he’s backed his son for the part, despite having not grown up in the ghetto. He told The Red Bulletin: “When you black in America, you getting the flavour of everything. People look at you like you don’t have nothing, or you come from ‘the ghetto’. “No matter how much money is in my son’s pocket and no matter that he never grew up in the ‘hood because he didn’t have to, he’s young and black so he’s still seen as a hood person. He still feels the pressure. “And then some people make you feel not as cool because you don’t come from Watts and Compton. But it ain’t where you’re from, it’s where you’re at.” Stewart Smith ‘won’t appear to play in Bad Boys 3’ a ‘different’ Charles

ill Smith won’t star in the two up-coming ‘Bad Boys’ films - but will be involved in some capacity. The 46-year-old actor has appeared as Miami detective Mike Xavier in Wolverine 3 WLowrey alongside Martin Lawrence’s cop character Marcus Burnett in the action ir Patrick Stewart is set to play a “different version” of comedy franchise since its inception in 1995, but there is a strong possibility he will not be Charles Xavier in ‘Wolverine 3’. The 75-year-old star - reprising the role. Despite this, the ‘Fresh Prince of Be Air’ star will be involved in ‘Bad Boys Swho’s appeared as the professor in the superhero film 3’ in a producer capacity and has signed up to assist on the recently confirmed fourth film series - has revealed his character will be markedly differ- in the series, according to The Hollywood Reporter. Last year, Martin, 50, revealed that the ent from his previous on-screen appearances in the new script was well under way and even tagged Will in a post on Twitter regarding production. movie. He explained to Digital Spy: “There is, I am told, a When asked about the next installment, he said: “ I just talked to Jerry Bruckheimer (pro- ‘Wolverine’ movie in development that would include ducer) yesterday. He said it’s real, they’re working on the script, they’re getting close - and Charles Xavier, but a very different Charles Xavier from the it all looks good.” Meanwhile, the star’s production company Overbrook Entertainment is one we have seen before. And I don’t quite know what that reportedly busy with developing a family comedy show that will be a similar story to ‘The means, but I’m very excited about it. “He’s a terrific charac- Fresh Prince of Bel-Air’. ‘Bad Boys 3’ is set for release in February 2017 and ‘Bad Boys 4’ in ter, but I am looking forward - if what I’ve been told is true - July 2019. to a different version of Charles. We shall see.” Last month, Hugh Jackman - who stars as Wolverine - asked fans what they want to see happen in his final outing as the superhero. Hugh took to his Twitter account to canvas fans’ opinions about what should happen to Wolverine. He wrote: “My last time putting on the claws. What do you want to see happen? 50 words or less. I’ll read as many as I can. (sic)”

Akshay Kumar: I suffered injuries while making Brothers kshay Kumar suffered “abdominal injuries” on the set of ‘Brothers’. The 47-year-old Indian actor - who stars in the new movie about two estranged, street-fighting brothers A- has revealed that in an effort to make the action sequences appear life-like, he endured some seriously painful injuries. Asked whether some of the action scenes were dangerous, the mixed martial artist and movie star said: “Yes, mixed martial arts is a dangerous practice that could result in injuries and loss of life.”Even during filming we would end up with abdominal injuries and smacks on our face but overall it was important for the role to look real- istic and conditioning for us actors to make the movie as real as possible. “Despite being a professional martial artists, I underwent vigorous training for six months to be fit for the role.”But besides all the fighting, there’s also a poignant love story at the heart of the film which we find out later is the main reason why my character goes on to become a street mixed martial artist fighter.” And given the physical nature of his ole,r Akshay was required to undergo an intense fitness regime to ensure he was prepared for the task. He shared: “The main part of the training Galifianakis was a 6 month intense and gruelling work-out followed by practicing different fighting styles, ‘wanted to play like judo, karate, kyudo, aikido and other mixed martial arts.” ‘Brothers’ is released international- ly today through Fox Star Studios India. The Joker in Lego Batman’ ach Galifianakis is being lined up to voice the part of The Joker in the ‘Lego Batman’ movie. The 45-year-old comedian - who starred in the award-winning ‘Birdman’ last Mark Wahlberg Zyear - is in the final stage of negotiations to voice the part of the villain in the much- discussed new movie, according to The Hollywood Reporter. Assuming he is confirmed in the role, Galifianakis will be joined by Will Arnett, who is reprising the role of the Caped cast in Partners Crusader, and Michael Cera, who was recently cast in the role of Robin. The movie is being ark Wahlberg has been cast in a ‘Mr and Mrs Smith’- produced by Dan Lin, Phil Lord, Roy Lee and Christopher Miller, while ‘The Lego Movie’s style new movie. The 44-year-old actor is to feature in animation supervisor Chris McKay has been brought on board to direct. In addition to his Mthe Evan Turner-scripted comedy-drama, which is starring role in ‘Lego Batman’, Michael Cera is currently working on Seth Rogen’s star-stud- said to be similar to the 2005 romantic comedy featuring Brad ded animated ensemble ‘Sausage Party’, which features Paul Rudd, James Franco and Pitt and Angelina Jolie, Deadline reports. Rather than featur- Salma Hayek. The ‘Juno’ star has also acquired the film rights to Charles Portis’ 1985 novel ing the typical ‘bromance’ storyline, ‘Partners’ will see Mark line ‘Masters of Atlantis’, which follows a man who becomes embroiled in a quasi-religious cult, up alongside a female partner. The story involves the which he plans to write, star in and direct. Hollywood star playing an LAPD detective who falls for a beautiful woman following a one-night stand. Subsequently, however, it’s revealed she is an FBI agent and also his new boss on a high profile case. This comes shortly after Mark Madonna dons designer revealed he initially turned down the opportunity to star in ‘Ted’, admitting the idea for the film about a talking teddy bear sounded “absurd” when he first heard about it. Mark said: “When you hear about (‘Ted’) for the first time, it sounds gear for tour absurd. There’s no good way to pitch it. It’s ridiculous. So, I was like, ‘Absolutely not!’ It was one of those things where I was adonna has teamed up with Gucci for her ‘Rebel Heart’ tour costumes. The getting pressure from every angle. “And then, when I talked to 56-year-old star is set to embark on a world tour next month and has another agent about another project that I was producing and Mteamed up with the brand’s creative director Alessandro Michele to create Bellucci is a ‘seductive looking at one of their clients, they were like, ‘I heard you’re designer items to wear on stage, including a pair of black shoes with laces up to her doing Ted.’ I was like, ‘What is this thing?’” knees. Posting a snap of the shoes on Instagram, she wrote: “Nothing Glamorous about this bathroom but these Gucci Boots are Eeeeevrythang! #rebelhearttour (sic).” In other images, the ‘Living For Love’ hitmaker on-screen presence’ has shown off a jewelled bodice, numerous glitzy rings and a heavily embroidered, eye- am Mendes thinks Monica Bellucci is an “incredibly seductive” on-screen pres- catching dress featuring the ‘Rebel Heart’ logo, ence in ‘Spectre’. The acclaimed director - who’s returned to the Bond franchise from her 13th studio album released in March. after helming the 2012 hit ‘Skyfall’ - has revealed he’s delighted to have cast Elsewhere, the singer posted another snap S Monica, 50, and LÈa Seydoux as the secret agent’s love interests in the eagerly-await- online of a bespoke leather biker jacket, featured new movie. He shared: “In ‘Spectre’, the two women he hooks up with both have ing studs and rivets along with ‘Rebel Heart’ great mystery. “Both have depths and for that you need fantastic actresses and I just scrawled across the back and images of wasps thought Monica Bulluci. “You know, it makes sense in the story, makes sense with and a heart. Alongside an image of the item, the ages of the characters we’re dealing with. She’s an incredibly seductive presence, she wrote on Instagram: “Thank You Gucci for in life and in the movie, and I’m thrilled she’s in it.” Meanwhile, Monica revealed her this Gorgeous Gift!@lallo25 #rebelheart (sic).” excitement at securing a starring role in the legendary franchise. The Italian actress The mother-of-four is also expected to wear said: “James Bond is a part of cinema history. And I respect so much all of the James items designed by Miu Miu, Prada and Bond girls, because I think they are incredible actresses. [Lea] is very beautiful and Moschino when the tour kicks off in Montreal, very talented - she’s a great James Bond girl.” ‘Spectre’ sees Daniel Craig return to the Canada on September 9. —Bang Showbiz role of Bond, and he will feature alongside the likes of Christoph Waltz and Naomie Harris. lifestyle MONDAY, AUGUST 17, 2015 MUSIC & MOVIES Rapper Talib Kweli releases anti-capitalism album - free

olitically charged rapper Talib Kweli yes- Pterday released a musical indictment of capitalism and, true to his principles, he gave it away for free. The New York rapper, known for his left-wing activism, put out with no prior warning a new album entitled “F*** the Money,” which listeners can download for free from his website. As its name implies, the title song attacks the role of money in society-including in hip-hop, where many stars are eager to show off their lavish lifestyles. “Now our greed dangerous as a heart condition / Rap niggas lie like politicians,” Kweli raps. “Money makes niggas break promises / Money turn niggas into pharma- cists,” he says, referring to drug-dealing. The song, set to a synth-laden beat, is a collaboration with Cassper Nyovest, one of the leading rappers in South Africa. Nyovest boasts in the song that he is “Africa’s number one” and declares, “There’s niggas rich- er than me who still wish they were me.” The album also features a guest appearance by a notable non-hip-hop figure Patrick Stump, the frontman of alternative rockers Fall Out Boy. Kweli is known for his outspoken views against police brutality and has been active after recent deaths of African Americans at the hands of officers. In one of his more con- Japanese singer Kyary Pamyu Pamyu performing during the Summer Sonic music festival at Makuhari Messe in Chiba City, Chiba troversial views, Kweli has said he does not prefecture. — AFP photos vote because he does not believe an individ- Singer Talib Kweli as he performs during ual can produce change in a system he sees the Music of Prince at Carnegie Hall in Japan’s ‘kawaii’ queen Kyary as thoroughly corrupted by money. — AFP New York. — AFP Hendrix family feud Pamyu Pamyu eyes global domination resolved on trademark he queen of Japan’s sugar-coated pop Popular all over Asia, the almost cartoon-like describes her sound as a mish-mash of styles. ueling descendants of guitar legend scene, Kyary Pamyu Pamyu has unveiled trend reflecting the quality of looking and acting “It’s hard to pigeon-hole it,” she said. “I suppose it Jimi Hendrix have reached a settle- Tbold plans to conquer the world-just as cute has also been flirted with by some Western would come under the genre of J-pop but also Dment after going to court over the soon as she’s done her English homework. Still stars-including Gaga and Perry. ‘Harajuku girl’ or Harajuku style. Perhaps it might rights to T-shirts and other merchandise bear- only 22, Kyary’s rise to superstardom has been “We are similar in having a clearly defined also be a bit of electro pop but I haven’t espe- ing his image. The Seattle-born Hendrix, a meteoric, a coquettish charm and off-kilter pop concept or theme for our videos or live shows,” cially thought of myself as belonging to a genre.” pioneering player of the electric guitar, died appeal spawning a string of number ones and Kyary said, referring to Perry. “But I know I’ve got Her techno-pop went down well with a sun- at age 27 in 1970 with no will, leaving his viral videos and thrusting her firmly to the fore- to improve my English. My new song’s about baked Summer Sonic crowd waiting for headlin- father to take charge of his estate. The father, Al Hendrix, died in 2002 after transferring front of Japanese “kawaii” (cute) culture. Despite Halloween and has an English chorus, but my ers the Chemical Brothers as her backing rights to the estate to his adopted daughter extraordinary fame in her home country and fre- pronunciation isn’t very good. “I just hope peo- dancers-pint-sized Kyary clones-supplied more Janie Hendrix. quent comparisons to American divas Katy Perry ple think it’s cute.” Another English song, ‘Ring a saccharine sweetness to the kawaii overload. The sister, who runs the companies and Lady Gaga, the popette wants to capture Bell,’ features the helium-voiced singer demand- Kyary has triggered controversy, notably when Experience Hendrix and Authentic Hendrix, hearts and minds further afield. “I’m happy for ing over and over, and over: “ring, ring, ring a her music video for the 2013 single filed a lawsuit in 2009 against Hendrix people to liken me to Katy Perry or Lady Gaga so bell, ring a bell, ring-a-ring a bell,” while the “Furisodation” sparked protests from anti-alco- Licensing, which was run by Nevada entrepre- I’m working hard to emulate them and become smash hit ‘PonPonPon’ contains lyrics just as hol abuse campaigners for showing her swig- neur Andrew Pitsicalis with the guitarist’s a global star,” Kyary said in a backstage interview capable of turning the listener cross-eyed. ging from a bottle to celebrate coming of age. brother, Leon. before performing at the Summer Sonic music “Everyday ‘pon,’ everytime is ‘pon,’ I want to ride a But she remains fiercely determined to conquer The sister’s companies charged that the festival outside Tokyo this weekend. merry-go-round!” she reports, and in the video- the North American and European markets, with rival had knowingly marketed merchandise “I admire Katy Perry and always looked up to viewed more than 83 million times on YouTube two world tours-including sold-out shows in Los with trademarked images, such as T-shirts her,” added the singer and fashion model, Kyary flutters her eyelashes and pats herself on Angeles and New York-under her belt already. with an electric guitar that features Jimi perched on a sofa backstage in a fluffy pink skirt the backside as she slips into a dizzying array of “Japanese people are usually shy so they sort Hendrix’s face on the body. Seattle-based fed- with a giant yellow bow crowning her strawber- wacky costumes. of just clap along,” she said. “But fans abroad eral judge Thomas Zilly in May issued an ry blonde locks. “I don’t have Katy’s sexy style so scream ‘Kyary, Kyary!’ They really get into it. It’s a injunction against Hendrix Licensing, pro- I’m focusing on introducing Japan’s unique cute- Kyary clones bit like Summer Sonic. Most people have come hibiting the Nevada company from using the ness and quirky music to the world.” Kyary’s bub- “Ring A Bell is really Japanese-English,’ confid- to see foreign bands.” Getting up from the sofa, face-guitar image or Hendrix’s signature. The judge also banned the firm from using This undated performance photo blegum fashion carefully mirrors the kawaii ed the pop phenomenon, wrinkling up her nose. she added: “I’m first on stage in the morning, so shows Jimi Hendrix at an unknown craze sparked in the colorful boutiques of “I’ve definitely got to study English this year.” the crowd will be half-asleep. I’ll have to open Hendrix’s name in its business, although he stopped short of a blanket bar on anything location. — AP Tokyo’s trendy Shibuya and Harajuku districts. Kyary, who released her debut album in 2011, their eyes!” — AFP related to the guitarist. tentious area, with mixed legal views on the Before the case could go to trial, the two rights of the heirs. A jury in Nevada in 2011 sides reached a settlement, a court document ordered a company to pay more than $2 mil- showed. The document said that Pitsicalis lion to the estate of Jamaican reggae legend Drake breaks silence on nightclub would be required to pay a settlement over Bob Marley for selling T-shirts with his likeness five years, although the amount was not spec- at major retailers such as Walmart. A federal ified. The resolution of the case was earlier judge upheld the decision earlier this year, reported by The Seattle Times. Images of saying that the T-shirts could give the impres- shooting, in ‘moral bind’ deceased celebrities have long been a con- sion that Marley had endorsed them. — AFP ‘Pirates of the Caribbean 5’ Haugesund: ‘Operation Arctic’ Depp hits D23 Expo in Helmer follows up with ‘Hand in Hand’ Jack Sparrow costume rethe Boe-Waal, the writer-director of whose “Operation Arctic” won an Amanda prize Sundance-preeming Norwegian hit (Norway’s top film honor) for best children fea- ohnny Depp made an appearance in costume as Gmovie “Operation Arctic,” is set to follow ture, also pointed out Sweden provided a com- Jack Sparrow at Disney’s D23 Expo in Anaheim to up with Swedish action thriller Hand in Hand” (a pelling backdrop for an action-adventure movie Jtease the fifth installment in the “Pirates of the working title). Budgeted at around 3 million because of the diversity of its settings. Caribbean” franchise, “Dead Men Tell No Tales,” joining Euros ($3.3 million) , “Hand in Hand” centers on a “We’ll be shooting in the Swedish wilderness Walt Disney Pictures’ president of production Sean Bailey Canadian singer 12-year-old girl who finds out her dad works as as well as the urban landscapes such as on stage. “Where are we?” Depp (or “Captain Jack”) Drake performs at the an undercover cop and has been kidnapped by Stockholm,” revealed Boe-Waal, who grew up in asked after staggering on stage. Bailey replied, Wireless festival in gangsters. Bringing along her friend, who comes the Norwegian wilderness. “Disneyland.” Blinking thoughtfully, Jack responded, Finsbury Park, from a much different background, the tweener “Even though the film has thriller elements, “Never heard of it,” before he started throwing out in London. —AP embarks on a high-voltage road trip across the our goal is to make it entertaining for family grapes into the audience, mirroring Pixar boss John country to rescue her father. audiences, as everything we do,” said Mohlin. The Lasseter’s presentation yesterday, in which Lasseter gave Produced by Leif Mohlin’s Mint AB, “Hand in producer, who previously teamed with Boe-Waal out shirts from the stage. “Grape! Grape! It bounced, anadian rapper Drake has broken his when the shooting began at about 3 am. Hand” is penned by Erik Ahrnbom (“Stockholm on several Swedish TV series for kids and families, Stories”) and Boe-Waal. It’s based on an idea by praised the filmmaker’s storytelling skills and don’t pick it up. I hate grapes. I despise the rotten little silence on a deadly shooting at an Hibbert was gunned down inside Muzik in Mohlin and wife/fellow producer Helene Mohlin. ability to work with children. “Operation Arctic,” things,” he muttered while distributing the freebies. Cafter-party for his music festival at a a targeted attack. Police have refused to downtown Toronto nightclub 10 days ago. answer that question and Drake didn’t “It’s a real twist on movie like ‘Taken,’ where you which centers on three sibling kids caught up in “I came to sing you a song!” he declared, before have a father searching for his kid. These two a winter storm on the island of Spitsbergen, is being ushered off the stage by Bailey. “I didn’t want to In a statement posted to his website, address it in his blog post. At a news con- October’s Very Own, he said he has been in ference earlier in the week, Toronto Police girls are as fearless as action stars and they’ll be playing at Haugesund. Pic world premiered at sing you a song anyway!” He insisted as a parting shot. fun to watch,” said Boe-Waal, who added “‘Hand Sundance and screened at Toronto, among other “Dead Men Tell No Tales” recently wrapped production, a “moral bind” because his advisers and Chief Mark Saunders was repeatedly asked lawyers worried that anything he said about Drake. in Hand’ will be packed with action and suspense festivals. TrustNordisk has now sold the movie to and is slated for release on July 7, 2017. The fifth as well as heart-warming scenes.” The helmer, several territories. — Reuters installment in the franchise stars Depp along with could be misinterpreted, but he is “choos- He said investigators have received very returning stars Orlando Bloom (Will Turner) and ing to follow (his) heart.” Two people were little information from the thousands of Geoffrey Rush (Captain Barbossa), and franchise new- killed and three others were injured after people who were at the club that night comers Javier Bardem, Brenton Thwaites and Kaya shots were fired Aug. 4 at the crowded who might have been witnesses. Saunders Scodelario. — Reuters Muzik nightclub, after Drake’s OVO Fest. said he wanted people to “do the right Drake, born Aubrey Graham, writes that thing” and talk to police. Navarro-Fenoy his “deepest condolences” go out to the was an innocent bystander, according to families of Ariela Navarro-Fenoy, 26, and the police chief, when she was shot and Duvel Hibbert, 23, who were killed in the killed outside about a block away. Her fami- shooting. “The last few days I have been in ly has demanded answers and also asked a moral bind,” he begins in his blog post. He Drake to speak out. After the shooting, the laments the “violence that continues to club said in a statement that its last patrons escalate” in his hometown of Toronto and of the night were exiting the building as says it is Torontonians’ “public responsibility gunshots were heard. The club said it had to ensure the safety and well-being of one over 70 security guards on duty and that another.” “I stare into the eyes of so many visitors were inspected with metal-detect- young people and I wish to see them all ing wands. shine as bright as they possibly can in this Police said there were “high-profile lifetime,” Drake wrote. entertainment figures” at the party, but “I encourage my generation to show as said they could not confirm whether Drake much value and gratitude as you can for and rapper Kanye West were there at the the lives we have been gifted. My deepest time of the shooting. Actor Johnny Depp, left, makes a surprise appear- condolences go out to the Navarro-Fenoy Both earlier performed at Drake’s OVO ance at Disney’s D23 Expo, a fan convention, to and Hibbert families for their loss of Ariela Fest at a concert venue not far from the accept the Disney Legend Award honor from Disney and Duvel.” Police said they are looking for club. “I pray for better times and better CEO Bob Iger. two suspects in the shootings. It remains understanding,” Drake wrote at the end of unclear whether Drake was in the club his statement. — AP Ne-Yo performs in concert at Citi Field in New York City. — AFP lifestyle MONDAY, AUGUST 17, 2015 FEATURES

This image provided by Disney parks shows the Star Wars-themed lands will be coming to Disneyland park in Anaheim, Calif and Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Orlando, Fla. —AP/AFP photos

‘Star Wars’ themed lands coming to Disney Parks; Harrison Ford visits D23 Expo

isney’s Bob Iger announced that the company will introduce two “Star DWars”-themed lands in Disneyland park in Anaheim, Calif, and Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Fla., during Disney’s D23 Expo on Saturday afternoon. “We are creating a jaw- dropping new world that represents our largest single-themed land expansion ever,” Iger said. “These new lands at Disneyland and Walt Disney World will transport guests to a whole new ‘Star Wars’ planet. Iger said the new areas will be “occupied by many inhabitants; humanoids, aliens and droids ... the attractions, the entertainment, everything we create will be part of our storytelling. Nothing will be out of character or stray from the mythology.” At both parks, there will be a cantina where fans can “run Chelsea Rebecca, David McCarthy, and Andie Vazquez, into all the droids and roaming beasts ‘Star from left, arrive at the second day of D23 EXPO 2015. Wars’ is known for,” including characters from the existing “Star Wars” saga and upcoming installment “The Force Awakens.” Disney also released concept art of the new lands, which promise to immerse fans in a never-before This image provided by Disney parks shows the Star Wars-themed lands will be coming to Disneyland park in Anaheim, Calif. seen locale. from “Star Wars: The Force Awakens,” giving his vivid imagination. The area will host two will travel through the African savanna amid According to Iger, the expansion will have guests a new adventure in a galaxy far, far new attractions and one expanded existing the magically extended orange glow of the two signature attractions, including a ride away. ride: a family-friendly roller coaster which will setting sun, discovering two species new to where fans can take the controls of the Additionally, a new interactive experience plunge and coast as it takes guests on a fun, the attraction along the way: African wild Millennium Falcon “on a customized secret called Star Wars Launch Bay will take guests toy-filled adventure throughout the new dogs and hyenas. mission,” and an experience that drops atten- into “Star Wars: The Force Awakens,” with spe- land, all while riding on the back of Slinky As part of the Pandora expansion (a land dees into “a climactic battle between the First cial exhibits and a look behind-the-scenes, Dog; an alien saucers attraction where the that includes floating mountains, a biolumi- Order and the resistance.” Iger wryly noted including opportunities to visit with new and films’ iconic aliens will take guests around for nescent forest and the winged creatures that they are “currently casting for roles” to favorite “Star Wars” characters, and purchase a spin in their very own flying saucers while known as Banshees), fans will be able to ride staff the new attractions. The partnership special merchandise and food offerings. Star “The Claw” hovers overhead; and a new Toy Avatar Flight of Passage, an E-ticket attraction between Disney and Lucasfilm dates back to Wars Launch Bay will be located in the Story Mania expansion which will add a third that allows guests to soar on a Banshee over a 1987, when the Star Tours attraction opened Animation Courtyard at Disney’s Hollywood track. vast alien world. at Disneyland. Another highlight of the “Star Studios, and in Tomorrowland at Disneyland In Epcot at Florida and Disney’s California Wars” portion of the presentation saw direc- park. Star Wars Launch Bay will share the Wild dogs and hyenas Adventure park, a Soarin’ Around the World tor J.J. Abrams on hand with “Star Wars: The space with the reimagined Super Hero HQ at Disney’s Animal Kingdom in Florida will attraction will take guests on a journey above Force Awakens” cast members Daisy Ridley, Disneyland, featuring opportunities to meet also unveil Pandora from “Avatar” as part of a some of the world’s most unique natural John Boyega, Oscar Isaac, Lupita Nyong’o and and take photos with superheroes like new expansion and the entire park will trans- landscapes and man-made wonders. And at Harrison Ford, who received a standing ova- Captain America and Thor, as well as experi- form after dark with new nighttime entertain- Hong Kong Disneyland, the new Iron Man tion from the 7,500-strong crowd on Saturday ence the returning Iron Man Tech presented ment experiences. Among the new attrac- Experience will be the first Marvel attraction afternoon. by Stark Industries. Both experiences will be tions are “Rivers of Light” (set to open spring at any Disney park, taking guests on an epic available for guests later this year. 2016), described as an innovative experience adventure over the streets and in the sky Casting sense combining live music, floating lanterns, water above Hong Kong. The adventure will begin “It’s a great thrill to be here with you, who New fireworks screens and swirling animal imagery on at the new Stark Expo, where guests board made this whole thing happen. I couldn’t be The popular Jedi Training Academy will Discovery River; and an extended nighttime the Iron Wing to take flight and battle Hydra Disney Store at D23 Expo officially opens with a little happier, thank you so much,” Ford said with also get an update, including new characters version of Kilimanjaro Safaris, where guests alongside Iron Man himself. — Reuters help from Mickie Mouse and Minnie Mouse. obvious emotion. On picking Abrams to and a villain to battle from the Disney XD direct, Iger quipped: “We knew we needed series “Star Wars Rebels.” And a seasonal event someone who was great. We new we needed called Season of the Force, beginning early someone we could trust. We knew we needed 2016, will hit both parks next year. In Marvel shows first someone who had great casting sense. Tomorrowland at Disneyland, guests will Unfortunately, that director wasn’t available.” explore the “Star Wars” galaxy with special footage from ‘Captain The panel also handed out limited edition entertainment throughout the land, along “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” posters featur- with themed food locations. In conjunction America: Civil War’ ing Ridley, Boyega and Ford’s characters. with the event, Space Mountain will get a Later in the day, Walt Disney Parks and makeover to become Hyperspace Mountain, arvel will be getting a little strange in 2016, but Resorts Chairman Bob Chapek and a team of in which guests will join an X-wing Starfighter Mfirst they’ll have to survive a Civil War. After skip- Disney Imagineers took the stage along with battle. And at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in ping out on Comic-Con entirely, Marvel Studios “Avatar” director James Cameron and produc- Orlando, guests will close out weekend nights President Kevin Feige debuted new footage and a er Jon Landau to share new details about with a new fireworks spectacular set to the trailer from “Captain America: Civil War” and intro- some of the other upcoming attractions at iconic score of the “Star Wars” movies. duced concept art from “Doctor Strange” at Disney’s Disney’s theme parks. In addition to the Florida’s Hollywood Studios is also getting D23 Expo yesterday. Captain America himself, Chris themed “Star Wars” land, other enhancements an update, with a new 11-acre Toy Story Land Evans, flew in to appear at the fan convention with from the franchise are coming to Disney which promises to transport guests into the co-star Anthony Mackie, who plays Falcon. Both had World in Florida and Disneyland in California, adventurous outdoors of Andy’s backyard. traveled from Germany where the film is in its last including Star Tours - The Adventures Guests will think they’ve been shrunk to the week of shooting. Continue, which will update the Star Tours size of Woody and Buzz while surrounded by The clip showed a hands-on battle in a crowded experience with locations and characters oversized toys that Andy has assembled using “Avatar” director James Cameron, left, gives thanks to the D23 Expo audience. square with Evans, as Captain America, Anthony Mackie, as Falcon, and Scarlett Johansson as Black Widow taking on Crossbones - a formidable foe with a powerful punch. The trailer teased the growing ide- ological rift between Robert Downey Jr’s Iron Man and Evans’ Captain America that finds the Avengers fighting one another. “It’s culmination of everything that has come before in the cinematic universe,” said Feige, of the film which comes out May 6 and kicks off Marvel’s “Phase Three.” Feige also presented concept art from “Doctor Strange,” set to shoot in November with director Scott Derrickson and introduced a video greeting from star Benedict Cumberbatch, who was unable to attend the convention. In the film, Cumberbatch’s Doctor Stephen Vincent Strange has his hands badly injured. He goes on a quest to find a healer and gains some otherworldly powers in the process. Cumberbatch said the film will have “girls, cars, explosions and a bit of astro-projecting into multiple dimensions...the usual fare.” “Doctor Strange” is set to hit theaters on Nov 4, 2016. “It’s as weird as any movie that’s ever been made,” said Feige. — AP Filmmaker George Lucas, right, is presented with the Disney Legend from Disney Disney fans arrive for a costume competition at the Disney D23 EXPO 2015. CEO Bob Iger, left, with R2D2 and C-3PO. ‘Star Wars’ themed lands coming to Disney Parks; Harrison Ford visits39 D23 Expo MONDAY, AUGUST 17, 2015

Fans take rest in the Luminary tent at the 23rd Sziget (Island) Festival on Shipyard Island, Northern Budapest, Hungary.—AP Last burst of summer fun for Tunisia’s doomed beach hotels he jet skis roar by the shore and the water is full of were emerging at last. GDP growth for the year is now splashing children along the Tunisian Riviera, where expected to sink to 1 percent. On a bright August morning Tdespite the deadly attack that killed 38 tourists in in Hammamet, however, the beaches were filling up and June, the beaches are still full - for now. Europeans have the sidewalks choked with cars bearing Algerian license abandoned this North African country, leaving just local plates. Tunisian beach-goers and visiting Algerians. But they will “We decided to come to help the Tunisians,” said Rafiqa be gone by month’s end, and then the real pain for the Mishri, an Algerian woman with oversize sunglasses and a country’s all-important tourism industry will begin. headscarf walking along the beach with her husband. “We Attracted by deep price cuts, Tunisians have flocked to have experience with terrorism, we aren’t afraid.” The sea- the beaches for their summer vacations, but reservation sonal influx of Algerians to Tunisian beaches has been books are empty for the fall as the school year starts. “We hailed in the media as an example of neighborly support. are full for the next three weeks and then we will be emp- But the 4,000 people crossing the borders every day are ty,” said Abdelhamid Zaraga, owner of the Atrium Hotel in typical for this time of year. Hammamet, as he sat in the cavernous hotel lobby Nearby, tour guide Abdessalam Trabelsi tries to interest bustling with Tunisians in beach gear. “We’ve been full people in rides on camels, quad bikes or even a pirate ship. since three days ago because we dropped our pants to be He admits it’s good to have the Algerians, but says they cheaper than our neighbors.” don’t make up for the absence of Europeans. “The Algerians don’t think like the Europeans. They aren’t inter- Deadly attack ested in handicrafts, so all those shops are empty,” he said While tourism officially only makes up 7 percent of gesturing to a row of forlorn shops selling kaftans, leather Tunisia’s economy, industry experts estimate its real contri- bags and jewelry. bution is closer to 19 percent. And the decision by Britain He also lamented the tendency of Algerians and and some other European countries to warn away their Tunisians to bargain hard for everything. “The best cus- travelers has devastated the sector. The travel guidance tomers are the English,” he said. “They pay for activities was prompted by security concerns after the June attack without complaining because they know it’s much more and another deadly attack in March on the country’s lead- expensive where they come from.” This, however, may be ing museum, both by Islamic extremists. the future of an industry that will have to rely more and Zouhair Mbarek, owner of Batouta Voyages travel more on its local market. The country’s 2016-2020 tourism agency in Tunis, said no amount of price cutting or other development plan seeks to expand Tunisian clients from 14 promotions was having any impact in attracting budget- to 25 percent of the total. Tourism authorities are hoping conscious foreigners back to Tunisia - at least in the fore- the industry can survive a lean winter and see the A Tunisian guide walks a camel offering rides along a crowded beach in Hammamet, Tunisia.—AP seeable future. “In the current situation, the issue is not Europeans return by April, though that will depend on price,” he said. “The issue is whether people feel safe intense negotiations between the Foreign Ministry and for- enough to come to Tunisia.” eign embassies to convince them that security has been Tunisia depends on tourism to earn hard currency and restored. its revenue covers 60 percent of its commercial debt payments, according to Radhouane Bensalah, the president of Recent renovations the hotel association and the owner of the Saphir Palace in Each hotel now has a uniformed policeman with an Hammamet. He said the government is scrambling to save assault rifle at the door and armed plainclothes officers are the industry as hotels around the country close up, and has scattered around the beaches. Hotels are also working with said that loans, taxes and utility payments for hotels will all police to install cameras, metal detectors and train security be delayed until the situation improves. teams. “We will shift all our efforts to public relations with The government is also working with hotels that are sports and political figures and those in show business to temporarily closing to pay at least partial salaries to their bring people to Tunisia and show them the country and employees, to avoid the devastating consequences of lay- that life goes on and people are enjoying themselves,” said ing off large sections of the workforce in a country already Bensalah of the hotel association. ravaged by 15 percent unemployment. The local press is already hailing Miss Belgium’s Aug 18 visit for a week’s vacation to the island of Djerba - where National economy some 35 hotels have already shut down. Back in Some 400,000 people are employed directly and indi- Hammamet, Mohammed Daya, who owns the Dar al Olf rectly in the industry and they support 2 million family hotel, expresses doubt about the government’s promises members - no small number in a country of just 11 million. of help. “We are pessimistic. We don’t know what to do - Since Tunisia’s 2011 revolution, which inspired democracy and what’s worse is that our government doesn’t know advocates around the world but scared away many how to find the solution,” he said, bemoaning recent reno- tourists, the whole sector has been struggling, and the vations on his hotel that have left him deeply in debt. “In A Tunisian couple sit on the sea wall watching the A tourist shop worker plays a game on his phone in the national economy along with it. The two deadly attacks September, if I don’t have customers,” he said, “I will close beach in Hammamet, Tunisia. absence of any customers in Hammamet, Tunisia. this year came just as hopes for an economic turnaround down.”—AP