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MANAMA: Bahrain’s new generation has spoken – with more people than ever be- fore voting in the sec- ond round of a Bah- n Kuwait Towers are lit up in tribute to the former US rain election, it was president last night revealed yesterday. Justice, Islamic Affairs and Endowments Minister n Tributes to Bush Sr Shaikh Khalid bin Ali Al MANAMA: His Majesty King Khalifa told a Press con- Hamad joined other world ference at the Information leaders in paying tributes to former US president George H W Ministry last night that view Bush, who died at the age of 94 was based on initial data, but yesterday. He sent condolences added the offcial turnout to US President Donald Trump would be announced as soon and former president George of condolences. W Bush and recalled the late Global leaders honoured him as it was confrmed. leader’s humanitarian qualities for his role in helping to end the One reason for the surge in and his stance in support for Cold War and reduce the danger votes this year was the addition Bahrain. of nuclear annihilation. of 50,000 new names on elec- His Royal Highness Prince Bush, the 41st US president, toral lists and the willingness of E-voting on way Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, also routed President Saddam Crown Prince, Deputy Supreme Hussein’s Iraqi army in the 1991 the younger gen- MANAMA: Bahrain’s next election eration to partici- n Full results Commander and First Deputy Gulf War. could feature electronic voting, Premier, sent similar messages Full report – Page 13 pate, he said. – Pages 2-3 n An elderly Bahraini man gestures after revealed Justice, Islamic Affairs “Youth par- n Democracy in casting his ballot yesterday and Endowments Minister and High ticipation shows action – Pages 4-5 Elections Committee president – warned Elections Committee president Shaikh n Senior US admiral found dead n Letters – Page 6 Khalid bin Ali Al Khalifa. there is awareness winning candidates who broke laws gov- WASHINGTON: The US Navy cause of death. of the need to par- n Call for ban on erning the election or otherwise would face However, he said new legislation mobiles – Page 7 would have to be passed by the new admiral overseeing American “The Naval Criminal ticipate to shape prosecution. parliament to make it happen. naval forces in the Middle East Investigative Service and the the future of legis- He added that voters who took photo- “The environment is ready and we has been found dead at his Bahraini Ministry of Interior lative representation. Future years will show graphs of their ballot papers – some allegedly have the technology for it, but just residence in Bahrain, the Navy are co-operating on the even more involvement.” to claim money from the candidate they sup- await legislation.” said last night. investigation, but at this time Meanwhile, Shaikh Khalid – the High ported – had breached election guidelines. Full report – Page 3 Foul play was not suspected, no foul play is suspected,” said it added. Chief of Naval Operations Vice Admiral Scott Stearney, Admiral John Richardson. a Chicago native, was the He added that Stearney’s commander of the US Navy’s deputy, Rear Admiral Bahrain-based Fifth Fleet. Paul Schlise, had assumed The Navy did not specify the command. n Bahraini wins Asian skills contest MANAMA: A Bahraini woman has landed a gold medal in the frst Asian Skills Competition in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The competition featured contestants from more than 20 countries. Shaikha Al Abbasi won frst place in the graphic design skills category for adults, while middle school students Abdullah Ezaat and Majed Hassan fnished third in the junior robotics skills category. Gulf Daily News 2 Sunday, 2nd December 2018     
 Young shaping Bahrain’s future By MOHAMMED AL A’ALI BAHRAIN’s new gener- WINNERS ation has spoken – with more people than ever Muharraq Governorate Below is the full list of confrmed 2018 election results after the second round of voting yester- before voting in the sec- l ParliaMent day. Vote counting in Bahrain’s parliament and municipal council elections ended in the early ond round of a Bahrain Constituency one: Hamad Al Kooheji (winner – 4,171 hours of today, as offcials went through tens of thousands of ballots in polling centres across election yesterday, votes) the country. Nine MPs and seven municipal councillors secured victories – with more than 50 revealed Justice, Islamic Constituency two: Ibrahim Al Nafee’e (winner – 2,932 per cent of the vote – in the frst round of elections last Saturday, while the remaining 31 par- Affairs and Endowments votes) liament seats and 23 municipal seats were decided yesterday. The following is based on votes Minister Shaikh Khalid Constituency three: Mohammed Isa (winner – 3,670 cast in local polling stations, general voting centres and overseas voting. bin Ali Al Khalifa last votes) night. Constituency four: Isa Al Kooheji (frst round winner) He told a Press confer- Constituency fve: Khalid Buonq (winner – Mukhtar (winner – 1,769 votes) votes) ence at the Information Min- 4,917 votes) Constituency 10: Ali Ishaqi (winner – Constituency 11: Ahmed Al Mannai (winner – 3,723 Constituency six: Hisham Al Asheeri (frst 3,279 votes) votes) istry that view was based on round winner) initial data, but added the Constituency 12: Zainab Al Durazi (winner –2,769 votes) Constituency seven: Ammar Qambar (win- northern Governorate official ner – 7,317 votes) l turnout Parliament Southern Governorate Constituency eight: Yousif Al Thawadi Constituency one: Kaltham Al Hayki l Parliament would be (winner –5,246 votes) (winner – 838 votes) Constituency one: Ahmed Al Aamer (winner – 2,871 announced l Municipal Council Constituency two: Fatema Al Qatari (frst round winner) as soon as Constituency one: Waheed Al Mannai (winner – 4,560 votes) Constituency three: Abdulla Al Dossary (winner – 2,409 Constituency two: Isa Al Qadhi (winner –3,312 votes) it was con- votes) votes) frmed. Constituency two: Hassan Al Doy (frst round winner) Constituency four: Ghazi Al Rahma (winner – 2,456 Constituency three: Ahmed Al Ansari (frst round One rea- Constituency three: Bassem Magadami (winner –3,292 votes) winner) son for the votes) Constituency fve: Sayed Falah Hashem (winner – 1,417 Constituency four: Ali Zayed (winner – 4,312 votes) surge in Constituency four: Ghazi Al Murbati (winner – 3,170 votes) Constituency fve: Fauzia Zainal (frst round winner) votes this votes) Constituency six: Abdulnabi Salman (frst round winner) Constituency six: Abdulrazaq Hattab (winner – 3,711 year was n Shaikh Constituency fve: Saleh Buhazaa (winner – 4,762 votes) Constituency seven: Ahmed Al Demistani (winner – votes) the addi- Khalid Constituency six: Fadhel Al Oud (frst round winner) 1,508 votes) Constituency seven: Ali Al Nuaimi (winner – 3,267 tion of 50,000 new names Constituency seven: Ahmed Al Muqahawi (winner – Constituency eight: Abdulla Al Thawadi (winner – 4,166 votes) on electoral lists and the 7099 votes) votes) Constituency eight: Mohammed Al Sisi (frst round win- willingness of the younger Constituency eight: Abdulaziz Al Ka’abi (frst round Constituency nine: Yousuf Zainal (winner – 3,186 votes) ner) generation to participate, he winner) Constituency 10: Bassem Al Malki (winner – 4,938 votes) Constituency nine: Bader Al Dossary (winner – 2,288 said. Constituency 11: Mohammed Buhamood (winner – 3,731 votes) “Most voters were aged CaPital Governorate votes) Constituency 10: Isa Al Dossary (frst round winner) between 20 and 30 years,” Constituency 12: Mahmood Al Bahrani (winner –2,590 l Municipal Council he revealed. l Parliament votes) Constituency one: Eman Abdulla (winner – 2,632 votes) “There are 50,000 new- Constituency one: Adel Al Asoomi (frst round winner) l Municipal Council Constituency two: Mallala Abdullah (winner – 3,013 comers, in addition to those Constituency two: Sawsan Kamal (winner – 1,894 votes) Constituency one: Sayed Shubbar Al Wedaie (winner – votes) Constituency three: Mamdooh Al Saleh (winner - 906 857 votes) Constituency three: Abdullah Ebrahim (winner – 2,988 eligible to vote four years votes) Constituency two: Badriyah Abdulhussaain (unopposed) votes) ago.” Constituency four: Ammar Al Bannai (winner – 2,490 Constituency three: Mohammed Saad (winner – 2,241 “Youth participation votes) votes) Constituency four: Omar Abdulrahman (winner –4,659 shows there is awareness Constituency fve: Ahmed Al Salloom (winner – 1,891 Constituency four: Faisal Shabib (winner – 2,287 votes) votes) of the need to participate to votes) Constituency fve: Ahmed Al Kooheji (winner – 1,393 Constituency fve: Abdulatif Mohammed (winner –3,682 shape the future of legisla- Constituency six: Dr Masooma Abdulraheem (winner – votes) votes) tive representation. Future 2,137 votes) Constituency six: Hussain Al A’ali (winner – 1,427 votes) Constituency six: Khaled Janahi (winner – 3,766 votes) years will show even more Constituency seven: Zainab Abdulameer (winner – 3,092 Constituency seven: Zaina Jassim (winner –1,448 votes) Constituency seven: Abdullah Bubshait (frst round win- involvement. votes) Constituency eight: Yaseen Zainal (winner – 3,316 votes) ner) “Partici- n Democracy in action – Constituency eight: Fadhel Al Sawad Constituency nine: Abdulla Al Qobaisi (winner – 3,291 Constituency eight: Bader Al Tamimi (frst round winner) pation in the Page 4 (winner – 1,085 votes) votes) Constituency nine: Talal Edham (winner –2,996 votes) election has n Voters ignore boycott Constituency nine: Ammar Al Constituency 10: Mohammed Al Dhaen (winner – 5,808 Constituency 10: Hizam Al Dossari (unopposed) won, despite calls – Page 5 calls for a n Ban phones call over boycott. It is violations – Page 7 silence, which is sup- “There are violations that we deal vember 24 saw more people vote in the number of people eligible to vote, which the highest in posed to be respected with immediately in a calm way. parliament and municipal council polls stood at 365,467. Bahrain’s history, as early in the 24 hours before the start of voting. “But we can’t disregard buying votes. than ever before. It was the largest single number of indicators show.” “We have found candidates posting It is a serious issue that affects elections Turnout in the parliament election votes cast in an election in Bahrain since Meanwhile, Shaikh Kha- on Instagram during the 24-hour silence and is being dealt with by the Public was put at 67 per cent, with 244,863 the current parliament and municipal lid – the High Elections period and asked them to remove con- Prosecution.” people casting their ballots. council system commenced in 2002. Committee president tent, besides other legal action,” he said. The frst round of the election on No- That calculation is based on the total [email protected] – warned winning can- didates that any who n Female voters broke laws governing came out in large the election or other- numbers in all wise would face prose- four governorates cution. He added that voters who took photographs of their ballot papers – some allegedly to claim money from the candi- date they supported – had breached election guidelines. However, he said steps would be taken to tackle such violations. “We instruct all vot- ers to put phones in their pockets following rare cases of vote buy- ing and are working to reduce such violations,” said Shaikh Khalid. He also accused some candidates of breach- n Voters casting their ballots at ing election rules by Bahrain University in Sakhir breaking a social media Gulf Daily News Sunday, 2nd December 2018 3    
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n Votes being counted at a polling centre Electronic voting on way MANAMA: Bahrain’s next election could feature “We are prepared, ready and capable of start- electronic voting, revealed Justice, Islamic Af- ing electronic or automated voting in the next fairs and Endowments Minister and High Elec- elections,” he told a Press conference last night. tions Committee president Shaikh Khalid bin Ali “It is more effective, cost-effcient, will save Al Khalifa. judges time and be easier for voters to access However, he said new legislation would have with a bigger reach. to be passed by the new parliament to make it “The environment is ready and we have the happen. technology for it, but just await legislation.” n Offcials seal ballot boxes at a polling booth

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n Voters cast their ballots Row over claims of vote-buying THERE was confusion among voters in the Capital Gov- By GHAZI ALSHEHABI ernorate constituency fve yesterday following a row over allegations of vote-buying. centre located in the Halima Al Saadia Intermediary Girls The controversy erupted after a family member of an School. incumbent MP running for re-election was charged with Public Prosecution head Muhanna Al Shayji said Mr vote-buying. Al Qaseer was questioned by election offcials before The GDN reported yesterday that the Public Prosecu- the case was referred to prosecutors and his brother sum- tion had launched an investigation into video footage that moned. circulated on social media on Friday allegedly showing A verbal row also broke out between supporters of the the brother and campaign manager of Nasser Al Qaseer opposing candidates over the video, but police stepped in handing out money in exchange for sworn testimonies to restore calm and remind both sides to abide by the elec- from constituents that they would vote for Mr Al Qaseer tion rules and regulations. in yesterday’s second round of voting. Mr Al Salloom also urged voters to disregard any ru- Mr Al Qaseer was up against Bahrain Chamber of mours and cast their ballots. Commerce and Industry board member Ahmed Al Sal- “Many people called me in the morning to fnd out if loom in the constituency that includes Zinj and Bilad Al the voting for the constituency was still going ahead,” he Qadeem. said. Judge Ahmed Al Sidiqi urged voters to disregard ru- “Such rumours will, of course, have an impact but peo- mours that voting for the constituency had been cancelled. ple have to be aware that things are still ongoing and we “We opened at 8am as planned and we will continue are waiting for them to have their fnal say.” until 8pm, and everything is going normally inside the He did not comment on the allegations as it was an centre,” said the judge, who presided over the polling ongoing case. Gulf Daily News 4 Sunday, 2nd December 2018     
 n Call for ban on mobile Democracy phones – Page 7 in action l Enthusiastic turnout for second round By RAJI UNNIKRISHNAN SANDEEP SINGH GREWAL NOOR ZAHRA and GHAZI ALSHEHABI A SMOOTH electoral process was reported in polling stations across the country yesterday, as the n A woman casts her ballot at the Awali Club general voting centre second round of nation- al elections took place in three quarters of the country’s constituencies. Female voters came out in large numbers, along with elderly Bahrainis and the physically disabled, in all four governorates – the Cap- ital, Muharraq, Northern and Southern. However, voters queuing at some polling stations were visibly fewer than last Satur- day’s frst round of elections in which turnout reached 67 per cent in the parliament elections and 70pc in the mu- nicipal council polls. Voting for parliament seats took place in 31 constituen- cies across the four gover- n Elections offcials prepare to count the ballots at a voting centre in Muharraq n A voter casts her ballot in the Capital Governorate norates yesterday and in 23 constituencies for municipal seats in At the Awali Club, which was one the country’s three municipal councils. of 14 general voting centres, there Nine parliamentary candidates and were fewer voters than last week’s seven municipal councillors secured Time to put faith in younger generation massive turnout during which men victory in the frst round of voting last and women of all ages queued up for Saturday. BAHRAIN needs to elect put faith in the younger gen- vision for the country.” for the status and ignoring hours to cast their votes. A candidate must secure more than younger and more dynam- eration. However, his opponent the council polls. ic public representatives, “I think my asset is my Yaseen Zainal argued that “We should have more “We could not rest for a second be- 50pc of the vote in a constituency to according to two municipal youth and strength with balance was key. youngsters on the municipal cause of the huge numbers of people be declared the outright winner. When council candidates aged in which I can serve my peo- “Young or old, we should council, but sadly the overall we saw in the frst round of elections,” that doesn’t happen the top two can- their 30s. ple, which is the need of the have a balanced mix,” he number of people contesting said Public Prosecution attorney-gen- didates go head to head in a second Ramee Al Kaabi, 36, hour,” said Mr Al Kaabi, said. for council seats is fewer,” eral Hussein Al Buali. round run-off. and Ahmed Shabaan, 37, a father-of-two and former “What if we have young said Mr Shabaan, who ran “However, for the second round we Campaigning was in full swing in both made it through to National Guard employee men with no drive or pas- in Hamad Town constituen- saw fewer people and the overall pro- the constituencies facing a run-off the second round run-off who stood in constituen- sion for service?” cy nine (also parts of Hamad cedures went smoothly. with women and children distributing for the Northern Municipal cy eight (parts of Hamad Mr Shabaan, a 37-year- Town). “This was expected compared with brochures to motorists heading to the Council yesterday. Town). old GARMCO employee “This, I think, is because the historic fgures (last week).” polls. They were contesting “I think more youth and father of two, agreed councils are more service They also distributed Arabic in different constituencies should come to the munic- with Mr Al Kaabi. He also oriented and do not have the Awareness sweets, coffee, juices and water against older candidates, ipal council so that we will accused some people of run- same power as parliamen- Voter Saber Al Shehabi, who cast while actively campaigning for their but argued it was time to have a service-oriented ning for parliament simply tarians.” his ballot at the club, said the strong candidates, while others played loud participation in the 2018 elections music to distract rival candidate’s citizens completed their national portedly showed Mr Al Qaseer’s cam- than two minutes. showed the “awareness of Bahrain- supporters. duty.” paign manager buying votes. “As the race is now only between is”. Five societies and 231 observers He added that one of the main ob- An investigation into the video two people each in parliament and “The rush of people casting their monitored the 2018 polls in which servations they noticed was a high was launched by the Public Prosecu- municipal council, there could be a ballots at the polling stations shows there were a total of 365,467 eligible turnout of female voters yester- tion and rumours about the cancella- good number of voters who decided the strong awareness of Bahrainis,” voters. day, which coincided with Bahraini tion of the polls in the constituency not to show up,” said Judge Mah- said the 42-year-old human resources One of the groups, the National In- Women’s Day. spread on social mood Sahwal, who presided over the director at the Central Bank of Bah- stitution for Human Rights (NIHR), M e a n w h i l e , media, which Ghazi Al Khozaibi Secondary School rain. said that Bahrain successfully host- c o n f u s i o n Judge Ahmed Al in Hamad Town, the voting centre for “The polling stations are every- ed a “free and fair” elections and si- marred the par- Sidiqi refuted constituency nine (western part from where and everything was organised lenced its critics abroad – adding that liament election yesterday. roundabout four to 13). and well planned.” the national elections showed citizens in the Capital A verbal al- “However, defnitely we had a good At another general voting centre lo- were keen to be part of the democratic Governorate’s tercation also number of people waiting even before cated at Bahrain International Airport, process. ffth constituen- broke out be- the polling station was opened. more than 500 roses were distribut- “The election is free and fair,” said cy due to alle- tween the camps “One interesting thing that we no- ed to female travellers and voters – NIHR secretary general Dr Khalifa gations of vote of the two op- ticed was that there were many elder- marking Bahraini Women’s Day. Al Fadhel. buying. posing candidates outside the polling ly who needed assistance among those In addition, 3,000 stickers were also “Even political societies like the The race between incumbent MP station. who voted, who are more when com- placed on travellers luggage to mark Progressive Democratic Tribune has Nasser Al Qaseer and Bahrain Cham- However, the voting process was pared with the youngsters. the day. been recognised as a representation of ber of Commerce and Industry board smooth in the rest of the constituen- “This I think is a message to the [email protected] the opposition this election. member Ahmed Al Salloom was cies in all four governorates and in population that voting is our nation- [email protected] “There was no boycott and we can clouded by controversy in the wake some areas voters were seen walking al right and it is our responsibility to [email protected] see even in the second round of polls, of a video circulating online that re- in and out of polling stations in less elect our representatives.” [email protected] Gulf Daily News Sunday, 2nd December 2018 5     
 Sick man discharges himself from hospital to cast ballot TWO seriously ill voters refused to let their poor By MOHAMMED AL A’ALI health stop them voting in the second round of Bah- rain’s national election yesterday, including one who paign,” said Mr Hussain. discharged himself from hospital so he could cast his “Even before he nominated himself he took time to ballot. come sit with me. Ebrahim Hussain, 83, and Ahmed Al A’ali, 63, were “I owe him a huge debt for his care and concern. both escorted to the same polling station in wheel- Even if I didn’t owe him, he deserves my vote and chairs by relatives. that of my whole family for being the best candidate The former checked himself out of hospital to sup- from the get go. port a municipal council candidate, who he said had “If there were 10 rounds of elections, I would dis- visited him daily during his admission, while the latter charge myself from hospital and come to vote for him showed up despite suffering from Parkinson’s disease. – as I did last week (in the frst round) and again this n Mr Al A’ali shows off the election n Mr Hussain showed up to vote in a “My candidate showed up daily to check on me week. stamp in his passport wheelchair accompanied by his grandchildren while in hospital, despite being busy with his cam- “Honestly, I came last week just to vote for him, but was given a parliament ballot paper to choose from and I selected what my grandchil- dren recommended. “Following my vote, my candidate came and kissed my forehead and asked if I wanted anything. “All I want is a better fu- ture for my fve-generation family. “I am very sick and my Voters ignore time is limited, but my vote will certainly make a differ- ence.” Both Mr Hussain and Mr Al A’ali were voting in a municipal council run-off in Northern Governorate constituency six (A’ali), where Abdulnabi Salman was elected MP in the frst round. Mr Al A’ali said he was determined to vote, despite boycott calls his illness. By MOHAMMED AL A’ALI ing head Prosecutor Zainab Al “I am here to vote for the Owainati said people of all ages best candidate,” he said. VOTERS flocked in high turned out in masses to cast their “Whether I am sick or numbers to polling stations ballot. not, I will come. “Voters arrived with ease and “Over the next four years in areas regarded as opposi- without anything that prevented tion strongholds, despite fac- I hope for change and am them from practising their dem- backing a veteran candidate ing threats and insults. ocratic rights,” she said. and former senior govern- Bahrainis in the Northern Judge Hussain Al Shaikh, ment offcial. Governorate ignored calls to who supervised the polling sta- “I am confdent he can el- boycott the parliament and mu- tion in constituency seven (Buri, evate the place.” nicipal council elections, with Janabiya, Quraya, Demistan and smooth voting registered in con- Hamala), confrmed that no vi- stituencies once marred by elec- olations in connection with pre- tion violence. venting people from voting was During the 2014 election, registered. Shuttle service anti-government radicals burnt “We have seen the same voters tyres, blocked village entrances come here and even more than solves parking and poured oil on roads last week, which shows there is a to disrupt traffc in surge in the fow to select an MP an effort to sab- Watch video at and municipal councillor for the space problem otage voting in area,” he said. A SPECIAL shuttle service the Northern www.gdnonline.com n Campaigners outside a polling centre in the Northern Governorate “There have been no violations to the general voting centre Governorate. But online smear in large numbers with campaign- the number of voters increased or people being prevented from at the King Fahad Causeway However, there were campaigns targeting voters ers - comprising men, women and dropped depending on the practising their right to vote.” was organised for yesterday’s no reports of such violence continued until yesterday, with and children holdings banners of time of day, but a steady fow Second round of voting for second round of elections. during last Saturday’s frst round voters and candidates being de- candidates - lining up the main was registered. parliament seats took place in This was to help people, of elections and yesterday’s scribed as “infdels” and threat- roads on the Budaiya Highway “People showed up in masses 31 constituencies across the four mainly families, who could run-offs in areas such as Duraz, ened with bodily harm, while leading to polling centres. and we worked to accommodate governorates and in 23 constitu- not fnd car parks near the encies for municipal seats in the polling centre, said Judge Bani Jamra, Karranah or Meq- dubious social media accounts In constituency fve (Al Hajar, them,” he said. sha – previously the scenes of country’s three municipal coun- Ibrahim Salman. incited others to boycott the polls Abu Saiba, Maqaba, Al Shak- While in constituency one cils. “There was a big rush in anti-government protests and vi- and local businesses. hoora and Saar), supervising (Karranah, Maqaba, Janusan and Nine parliamentary candidates the morning which died out olence targeting police. Despite this, voters turned out Judge Mansoor Edrabooh said Barbar), voting centre supervis- and seven municipal councillors in the afternoon,” he told the secured victory in the frst round GDN. of voting last Saturday, having “Since people could not secured more than 50pc of the fnd enough parking near the votes while the rest went to a voting centre, we arranged a PARLIAMENT ‘CATALYST FOR REFORMS’ second round run-off. shuttle service to bring them The GDN reported last week from the parking area, main- A FORMER MP and opposition political By RAJI UNNIKRISHNAN “The goal should be reforms; there are that Bahrain accused Iran and fgure who is running for parliament said challenges but we can overcome them if ly because these were families round and topped the eight contestants in its regional proxies of seeking coming with children and the a powerful house of representatives can we are united.” to disrupt the parliamentary and only be achieved gradually. the constituency. Mr Zainal was also a member of the elderly. The lawyer, who returned to Bahrain municipal elections by calling “Voting procedures went Yousif Zainal, one of the early mem- National Action Charter, after His Maj- for their boycott. bers of Bahrain’s National Liberation in 1995 after 25 years in political exile, esty King Hamad personally nominated smoothly throughout the day is also the founder and former secretary Voter turnout in the frst round with no incidents reported. Front (NFL), contested as an independent him. last Saturday was 67 per cent from the Northern Governorate constitu- general of the GCC Commercial Arbitra- “I think being in politics is a great “The crowd was more or tion Centre and a member of the Bahrain in the parliament elections and less the same like the frst ency nine (western part from roundabout opportunity to contribute to the polit- 70pc in municipal council polls. four to 13) against another independent Chamber of Commerce and Industry. ical, economic and social welfare of round of polls.” “If you feel there is no power for par- Iran sent thousands of mali- The centre was among the candidate Abbas Alomani. the country. cious e-messages to Bahrainis on This is Mr Zainal’s fourth consecutive liament; we should realise that it can be “I have been living in roundabout four 14 general voting centres gained over time,” he told the GDN at the election day last Saturday, telling across the country, alongside attempt to regain his seat in parliament (Hamad Town) since my return. them their names had been re- after his frst and only term in 2002-2006. voting centre in Ghazi Al Khozaibi Sec- “I was elected to parliament in 2002 but 35 polling stations in various ondary School in Hamad Town yesterday. moved from the voter lists. constituencies. He secured 1,570 votes in the frst lost in 2006, 2010 and 2014.” [email protected] 6 Gulf Daily News Sunday, 2nd December 2018 Star letter of the week receives a BD25 Yateem Centre gift voucher. The winner, revealed every Wednesday, should call 17628223. Apart from sending us an email or fax, you can also express your views on our Facebook page, www.facebook.com/GulfDailyNews. These comments are also eligible for the ‘Star Letter’ prize. Just tag your comment with #GDNConversation Democracy in action HE municipal and parliament elections TODAY is Sunday, December 2, the 336th day of 2018. There are 29 days left in the year. Highlights in history Thave ended successfully. With massive on this date: turnouts, it witnessed a record number of 1852 - Second French Empire is proclaimed with Napole- voters in the history of Bahrain since 2002. An on III as Emperor. historic event by any measure. 1854 - Austria concludes alliance with Britain and Above all, security personnel at the Inte- France. 1856 - France and Spain reach agreement on their rior Ministry have worked day and night to frontiers. make the election a peaceful undertaking 1920 - Treaty of Alexandropol by which Armenia cedes and those volunteers and individuals who territory to Turkey. contributed to its smooth process need to be 1942 - Nuclear chain reaction is demonstrated for frst appreciated for their patriotic duties. The increasing women’s participation also made this election special, and will help the government empower them and ensure WHEN we cannot find contentment in gender equality. Infusing new blood into ourselves it is useless to seek it elsewhere municipal and parliament seats helps in - Francois, Duc de la Rochefoucauld, revitalising the democratic process SMILE French author (1613-1680). and confronting new challeng- FESTIVE n A voter casts his ballot at the Bahrain Uni- es that come from new elector- versity polling centre in Sakhir yesterday time by scientists working on secret project in Chicago, ates, mostly those youngsters Illinois. who have the chance to vote waking hours thinking about it and then 1950 - UN agrees to hand over Eritrea to Ethiopia. translating those thoughts to paper. 1961 - Britain refuses request of Buganda for independ- for the first time. ence. The young voters, around He uses the letters page of a nation- 1971 - Britain terminates all treaties with Trucial States 50,000 of them, will bring for- al newspaper to advise the authorities, in Gulf, leading to formation of United Arab Emirates. ward tough challenges and new the latest of which, is for the settlement 1988 - Arab diplomats introduce resolution in United demands to newly elected candi- committee to engage a marina designer. Nations to move General Assembly to Geneva so PLO dates. The ability to confront the Should this not be the subject of a private Chairman Yasser Arafat can address world body. letter from him to said 1991 - Kidnappers release American Joseph Cicippio, challenges will determine effec- Published letters are not held hostage in Beirut for more than fve years. tiveness of newly elected faces. committee? necessarily the views of the 1992 - The FMLN guerilla in El Salvador begins destroy- The election success coincided Why is this being ing the weapons it used in a 12-year civil war. with intensified Iranian interven- played out in full pub- Editor. Readers wishing to 1994 - Ferry carrying more than 600 people collides with tion to disrupt, if not to abort, it. lic view? Is he sure that make a complaint through a freighter and sinks in Manila Bay. Sixty bodies are the GDN should provide full recovered, 85 people are missing. The GDN, in its November 25 issue the committee is even 1995 - A Singapore court sentences former trader Nick reported that more than 40,000 reading his letters? details of the complaint Leeson to 6 1/2 years in prison in the crash of Britain’s messages originating from Iran Warren Buffet’s together with their contact oldest merchant bank. were circulated to disrupt Bahrain’s number one rule for telephone numbers. 1997 - A Turkish court sentences 33 to death for a mob investing is ‘Never Lose attack that killed 37 intellectuals who had gathered in a national election. hotel to discuss promoting secularism. Iran must have invested heav- Money’. Rule number two: Never forget 1998 - Nato forces arrest, Gen. Radislav Krstic, the most ily, as expected, to try to ruin the Rule number one’. senior Bosnian Serb military fgure yet to be seized for democratic process in Bahrain. It is not sur- Investors forget this fundamental rule at UN trial on genocide and war crimes charges. prising though. Instead of dealing with biting So boring... their peril... 1999 - In a setback for one of the most exciting felds of Fayyaz Mahmood medical research, investigators confrm that a young sanctions and helping its people economical- man who died during a gene therapy experiment in ly, Iranian leaders prefer to invest in terrorist ERE we have Alan Pitt (‘Recognising reali- September was killed by the treatment. Jesse Gelsinger, activities and interfere in other countries’ Hty’, GDN, November 25) droning on again 18, is believed to be the frst person to die as a direct domestic affairs. about the Marina West project sending all Parental prying result of gene therapy. With new and fresh faces in both municipal GDN readers into paroxysms of boredom... IKE many parents in Bahrain, I constantly 2002 - Investigators recover three more bodies from the and parliamentary seats, Bahrain is expected Alan states that ‘acrimony never resolved an- debris of a downtown Caracas nightclub destroyed by a Lworry about my children’s online activi- fast-moving fre, raising the death toll to 50. to foster its democratic process and with that ything’; this is rather ironic given that his letters ties. There is no infallible handbook for how 2004 - Gunfre crackles across Haiti’s capital, a day after will come economic prosperity and develop- are full of acrimony towards the authorities! to be a good and loving parent. Acting like a prison riot and shootouts killed a dozen people and ment. The project has really become an obsession one involves a constantly shifting series of left scores injured during US Secretary of State Colin A M for our Alan since he seems to spend all his ad hoc judgments to cope with unexpect- Powell’s visit aimed at halting bloodshed and promoting democracy. ed contingencies. In the digital age, 2005 - Gunmen in Haiti release an American missionary parents have the historically unprece- and 14 children along with their school bus driver in l A chance to have your say... Fax: 17622141 Post: The Editor, Gulf dented task of keeping their children separate kidnappings that highlight the chaos and safe on the Internet. violence aficting the country as it prepares for a return Daily News, PO Box 5300, Manama, Bahrain. Email: [email protected] The range of reasonable controls to democracy. 2006 - Fidel Castro fails to attend a military parade mark- that parents will seek is very wide ing the 50th anniversary of the date he and his rebels indeed, and survey evidence suggests launched their revolution, fuelling speculation that the that few will opt for no controls at all. ailing Cuban leader may not return to power. A new study shows that 76 per cent 2007 - Choe Jeong-in and Cho Ah-ra become the frst of parents digitally “spy” on their chil- South Koreans to hold a wedding ceremony in the com- munist country North Korea. They marry at the Diamond dren, while 60pc check the browsing Mountain resort where they met. history on their children’s devices. 2008 - Thai Prime Minister Somchai Wongsawat’s party Children naturally crave autonomy is found guilty of electoral fraud and dissolved. He is but should not chafe at parental so- barred from politics for fve years and Deputy Prime licitude. Last year a father was cleared Minister Chaowarat Chandeerakul becomes acting prime minister. by a court in Spain on a charge, 2010 - Swedish authorities win a court ruling in their brought by his former wife, of breach bid to arrest the WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange for of privacy for reading the WhatsApp questioning in a rape case. messages on their two children’s 2013 - The government authorises the army to take smartphones. It was a sensible charge of security in Lebanon’s second largest city of Tripoli for six months following deadly sectarian clashes judicial decision. The exact boundary by rival sides stemming from the civil war in neighbour- between safeguarding and snooping ing Syria. may be fuzzy, but parents have a duty to look after their children’s welfare in an unfamiliar virtual world where CHEMISTS not everyone who befriends them is 24-hour chemists: necessarily all they seem. Jafer Pharmacy: 18, Tarfah bin Al Abid Avenue, Ma- In earlier ages, parental controls nama 319. Tel: 17291039. Awal Pharmacy: 30, Shaikh enforced by law could undoubtedly Ali bin Khalifa Avenue, East Rifa 901. Tel: 17772023. Al be oppressive. Though fiction in the Muwasaa Pharmacy: 38, Shaikh Mohammed bin Salman late 18th century celebrated the Avenue, Muharraq 205. Tel: 17335666. Al Maraya Phar- macy: 379 Amman Avenue, Tubli 705. Tel: 17784029. Al ideals of romantic love, the reality Rahma Pharmacy: 12 Souk Abu Dhar Alghafari, Isa Town of the Clandestine Marriages Act of 814. Tel: 17687117. National Pharmacy: Bldg. 2058, Road 1753 gave parents (at least, if they 4563, Sanad 745. Tel: 17620208. Nasser Pharmacy: 63-B, had property) sweeping powers over Qadisiya Avenue, Manama 332. Tel: 17740900. Hamad the marital choices of their offspring. Town Pharmacy: 225 Souk Waqf, Hamad Town 1203. Tel: All that parents are seeking to do in 17410114. Majeed Jafar Pharmacy: Building 233, Ave- the 21st century is to scrutinise their nue 57, Muharraq 203. Tel: 17331168. Al Hilal Pharmacy: children’s means of communication, Shop No. 649B, Road 1511, Muharraq. Tel: 17341700. which, after all, they typically pay for. Vet Services 24-hours 39481208. The ideal is for children and parents PRAYER TIMES to establish a trusting relationship about online activity. Yet the sanction Noon (Dhohr) 11.27am, Afternoon (Asr) 2.26pm, Sunset (Maghrib) 4.46pm, Nightfall (Ishaa) 6:16pm and Dawn of parents checking on this is no more (Fajr) 4:48am tomorrow. oppressive than requiring them to be home by a certain time. Maybe it’s Today is the 24 Rabi Al Awwal, 1440, in the Islamic calendar. just not fair, but it’s life. *Provided by the Islamic Afairs Ministry. T L Gulf Daily News Sunday, 2nd December 2018 7     
 Let’s start a conversation Women make new poll history... GORDON BOYLE WOMEN took centre stage yesterday in one By GHAZI ALSHEHABI Bahraini Women’s Day, we are celebrating constituency, where two female candidates because there are no losers. went head to head for a seat in parliament. and shows that women can compete with their “Everyone has won because a woman’s seat History was made as Zainab Abdulameer and peers in all fields – legislative or otherwise,” is guaranteed in this constituency.” A soulless Afaf Al Mousawi faced off in the second round she said. Two of the nine MPs elected in the first of voting in Capital Governorate constituency “It showcases their qualifications, capabil- round were female candidates, meaning it was seven (Jid Ali, Jurdab and Al Nasfa). ities and that they are always at the forefront guaranteed there would be at least three women It was the first time two women went up of things. in parliament next term. machine? against each other in the second round, after “We had a very high turnout of female voters. “I support every Bahraini woman: mothers, their male challengers were dumped in the “All Bahrainis, men and women, have been housewives, employees,” said Ms Al Mousawi s the UK moves ever closer to leav- first. very active with their participation in the elec- “Bahraini women are truly capable of enter- ing the EU I thought it worthwhile They were two of 10 women who contested tions – but especially women.” ing the elections. Ato have a closer look at the inner the second round of parliament elections, the While voting was still underway Ms “What’s even better is that we are two workings of this European juggernaut. highest number to do so since the current legis- Abdulameer said there could be no losers in Bahraini ladies who are running in the same Currently led by Jean-Claude Juncker, the lative system commenced in 2002. the constituency, regardless of who won. constituency. former Luxembourg prime minister who This coincided with Bahraini Women’s Day, “Having two women in the second round “We are competing against each other, but it famously said during the Greek economic a fact acknowledged by Judge Mardeya Hassan of the election is an unprecedented electoral is an honourable competition. meltdown in 2011 “When it becomes seri- Mohammed – the female judge who presided achievement that no other constituency has “We are both capable Bahrainis who are ous, you have to lie”. over voting in the constituency. done before,” she said. entering the political world with the spirit of the Cynics might say that the EU is a useful “This race marks Bahraini Women’s Day “On the occasion of December 1 being Bahrain woman.” backup career for those who have not dis- tinguished themselves in national politics back in their homeland. The next EU lead- er will likely be Manfred Weber. If you are wondering who on earth he is, you are not alone. Manfred Weber has been a German MEP for 16 years but has no state or fed- eral ministerial, let alone prime ministerial experience. Amid widespread feelings that the European Union functions like a soulless, distant machine, the continent’s tone- deaf political class remain intent on prov- Ban phones call ing EU critics right. The list of uninspiring bureaucrats in place today continues the tradition of having nobodies lead key EU institutions. Remember that con- fidence-inspiring leadership of Herman van Rompuy and Catherine Ashton? Me neither. From the Beraymont headquarters of the commission in Brussels where the 28 commissioners meet, the gravy machine employs 23,000 civil servants out of the over violations 48,000 permanent EU employees. In By MOHAMMED AL A’ALI and Strasburg the EU parliament is supported SANDEEP SINGH GREWAL by 6,500 staff plus another 2,000 who directly support the 751 elected parlia- VOTERS were still taking Candidate claims online smear campaign mentarians. The Court of Justice employs photos of their ballot papers 1,500 people, the Council of Ministers has AN election hopeful last night By SANDEEP SINGH GREWAL eral videos denying the social yesterday, flouting election claimed he has been the target 3,500 staff and the External Affairs service media claims and underlining has 3,000 staff in Brussels and abroad. regulations. of online smear campaigns by that his agenda covered develop- The High Elections “There were also reports I This Tower of Babel translates every rival candidates and political used children for my election ment of youth and women. Committee (HEC) had this year societies. document into not just the national lan- replaced voting booths with campaign, when in fact a photo One such video posted on his guages of the member states but also Mohammed Al Husaini con- published online Twitter account small counters to prevent such tested as an independent from Basque, Catalan, Irish and Welsh. This violations as voters would later claiming that was showed him with costs more than one billion euros each the Muharraq Governorate actually a man allegedly show the photos to constituency one (Busaiteen) stickers in Arabic year. Additionally, this behemoth con- the candidates for cash or other promoting my all over his thobe stantly moves around internal institutions under the slogan ‘Dignity for campaign.” favours. Bahrainis’. describing the to various locations at enormous cost. Monitors, who didn’t want The GDN The Common Agricultural Policy subsi- He said since Friday several reported last labels he has been to be identified, said they spot- old videos of him speaking at given, including one dises farmers and landowners securing a month that Mr Al way of life for the majority of the 10 mil- ted numerous instances in the public events were being cir- that says ‘Daesh’. Northern Governorate of vot- Husaini’s broth- lion farms in Europe. Since 1999 subsidies culated online to misguide the er filed two sep- He denied he ers taking photographs of their voters. are paid according to acreage resulting in ballot papers by placing their arate complaints made any com- too much grain being produced, roughly “They are spreading 2011 vid- against social mobile phones in a way that ments that would 300 million tonnes. The current policy eos in which I was passionately media users who was not visible to elections link him to Daesh discourages production of fruit and veg- speaking about key issues dur- circulated messag- or lead one to ques- officials. ing that period which are not etables resulting in imports of fruit and es on WhatsApp tion his loyalty to vegetables from Chile and Morocco hav- The poll observers are now relevant now. claiming the n Mr Al Husaini ing more than doubled since 2000. planning to recommend that “In the past they have labelled candidate wanted the kingdom’s lead- from the 2022 national elec- me as belonging to Daesh (the ership. What made sense back in the fifties Constitutional amendments and when 20 per cent of Europeans worked on tions onwards mobile phones Islamic State group) and even claimed he was not loyal to the His rival, independent can- are handed over to elections some political societies joined in didate Hamad Al Kooheji, also the land does not make sense today with leadership. less than 5pc of the European workforce officials before voting and col- targeting me. Mr Al Husaini released sev- enjoys good support in the area. lected later. in farming. To cut costs and promote “The new system is simply other policies, farmers will see aid shrink not working as voters continued to misuse the are folded before being placed in the box,” they Mr Al Mosawi also pointed out the HEC had in the 2021-2027 period to 385bn euros, private space,” said the monitors. said. been informed of restrictions imposed on mon- representing a share of 30pc of the total “Some voters found using their mobile “This just influences voters who don’t have itors at some polling stations. EU budget. phones to take photos of their ballot papers any particular candidate in mind.” “Our observers were not allowed to move Some say to survive in the longer were told to put away their mobiles, place Meanwhile, at least four anti-theft devices freely in order to do their jobs despite having term there must be more integration of their ballot papers in the box and leave; but we located at polling stations in different areas were an official election monitoring ID issued by European foreign policy including security saw many cases that went found to be not working, authorities.” and defence. The common currency is a unnoticed. according to a civil society Mr Al Mosawi added that supporters of can- need that does not exist and potentially “It is time we recommend monitoring the polls. didates were seen campaigning outside polling the euro will not be part of a future. A phones are placed outside The Bahrain stations. “Campaigning continued on social future more complete single market with before entry and collected Transparency Society media and even outside the polling stations a common EU approach to migration is later on after voting is done; (BTS) said the devices were which is a clear violation of election rules.” necessary as migration becomes a bigger the police are there at all located at the exits of poll- Meanwhile, National Institution for Human issue. The EU will evolve into a union time so it is an easy thing ing stations to ensure the Rights secretary general Dr Khalifa Al Fadhel less of values and more of transactional to do.” ballot papers were not taken said a number of violations have been record- politics. It will be less idealistic and more Monitors also noted that out by voters. ed and calls received on their hotline, details functional. some voters were intentionally not folding bal- “The elections staff at the polling station in of which will be published in an report to be Interesting times ahead. lot papers when placing them in the transparent Busaiteen said they were aware of the fault released soon. Gordon is the former president and chief plastic boxes, making their choices visible to and had informed higher authorities,” said BTS Five societies and 231 observers monitored executive of BMMI. He can be reached at others. president Sharaf Al Mosawi. the 2018 polls. [email protected] “It is the job of the elections officials stand- “Our monitors found the same problem in [email protected] ing behind each box to demand the ballot papers three other polling stations.” [email protected] 8 Gulf Daily News Sunday, 2nd December 2018 TAKE A BREAK ...

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By JUSTIN SIBERELL Baby heart op US Ambassador to Bahrain n November 25, Bahrain’s Shura Council commemorat- Oed International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, and so did Americans. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo wrote, “Violence against women is a global issue that affects millions of people annually. Every woman and girl deserves a life free broadcast live from violence.” By REEM AL DAAYSI November 25 marked the start of 16 Days of Activism against gender-based LIVE footage of a Bahraini doctor violence (GBV). Every year, these 16 Days performing a cardiac procedure on of Activism culminate in International two child patients was broadcast to Human Rights Day on December 10. delegates taking part in a confer- Established in 1999 by the United Nations ence in Manama yesterday. General Assembly, this campaign offers The minimally invasive procedures, known as cardiac catheter- a global platform for action for govern- isation, were carried out ments, organisations and individuals by BDF Hospital paedi- around the world to mobilise and call atric consultant Dr Suad attention to the urgent need to end GBV Al Amer, assisted by a in all forms. team of Belgian and Saudi GBV cuts across ethnic, racial, doctors. Live images were socio-economic and religious lines every- beamed to participants in where; it occurs in Bahrain just as it does the second Conference on in the United States, and in every other Intervention in Congenital n Dr Al country. According to UN Women, 37 per and Structural Heart Senaidi cent of Arab women have experienced Disease, being held at the Gulf Hotel Bahrain Convention and some form of violence in their lifetime. Spa. Similarly, nearly one in four American The three-day event, which started women have been the victim of severe on Friday, ends today and is attended physical violence by an intimate partner, by more than 40 paediatric cardiology according to the US Centres for Disease consultants from Bahrain and abroad. Control. Despite this prevalence, more “We are treating cardiac abnormal- ities that babies are born with using than six in 10 women survivors of vio- the catheter technique, lence stay silent about their experience not a surgical technique,” and do not seek support or protection. explained participant n Live broadcast of procedures Gender-based violence also affects men and King Fahad Medical being shown on a large screen at and boys, both directly as survivors of City senior intervention the conference violence, and indirectly through the cycle paediatric cardiologist Dr Meanwhile, Sultan Qaboos Milad El Segaier. University Hospital paediatric of violence. It is crucial that men and boys “It’s less invasive, less cardiology senior consultant, Dr are included in conversations and efforts costly and less harmful Khalfan Al Senaidi, said informa- to prevent and respond to GBV. for the patient. tion from the conference would The United States promotes gen- “In the last 15 to assist his work going forward in der equality and the empowerment of 20 years, this branch Oman. women and girls as a cornerstone of its advanced very much and He explained that cardiac cath- foreign policy. We recognise that GBV all over the world there eterisation allowed doctors to per- has been progress. form procedures without necessar- significantly hinders the ability of indi- “Many complex con- ily resorting to open heart surgery. viduals – especially women and girls – to genital heart diseases are “There are certain defects that fully participate in and contribute to their now either totally treated babies are born with who, in the families, communities and societies – eco- with the catheter tech- past, needed open heart surgery to nomically, politically and socially. GBV nique, or we treat them repair them,” he said. hurts society as a whole, with adverse as a bridging for surgical “But now you can do that by intervention later on.” catheter intervention, whether to effects on health, justice, the economy The conference is close a hole in the heart or balloon and international security. The UN reports organised by the BDF’s dilate a vessel which is small. that total direct and indirect costs of vio- Mohammed Bin Khalifa “The live broadcast was another level of “There are cases in the field lence against women could be as high as Bin Salman Al Khalifa Cardiac Centre under the education, to see directly how things are going which are still very difficult to treat, especially 2pc of Gross National Product globally. patronage of Supreme Council for Health presi- on and the doctors can learn, discuss and add when you see small babies and you cannot do The United States continues its work dent Lieutenant General Dr Shaikh Mohammed to their knowledge to serve their patients back anything for them.” bin Abdulla Al Khalifa. home,” added Dr El Segaier. [email protected] to increase co-ordination of violence pre- vention and response efforts across US Government agencies and with external stakeholders, including partner govern- ments, civil society and the private sector. In the words of Secretary Pompeo, “The United States is committed to advanc- ing gender equality and preventing and responding to all forms of violence against women and girls.” In 2017, for instance, the US was one of the top donors to UN Women, contribut- ing over $16 million to help end violence against women across the world. But ending this global epidemic of GBV will require all of us to take action – women and men, across the globe. During these 16 Days of Activism, let us n Two students from the New Millennium School – DPS Bahrain won frst place in the A P J Inter-School Science Quest (Junior). The renew our commitment to work together, competition – a tribute to the former Indian President Dr A P J Abdul Kalam, a scientist, teacher, philosopher and author – was held at the hand in hand, to end gender-based vio- Indian School Bahrain’s Riffa campus. Seventeen schools took part, of which NMS-DPS, The New Horizon School, Ibn Al Haytham School, Al Noor International School, Bahrain Indian School and the Asian School reached the fnal. Gift certifcates and hampers were awarded to the lence. winners. Above, the winners hold up their trophy in the presence of offcials. 10 Gulf Daily News Sunday, 2nd December 2018

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Tessa Thompson, Michael B Shows at 10.45am, 1.15pm, 3.45pm, Sport) Jordan and Sylvester Stallone 6.15pm, 8.45pm and 11.15pm Starring: Tessa Thompson, Michael B Shows at 12.15pm, 3pm, 5.45pm, 8.30pm 7) Ralph Breaks The Internet (PG) Jordan and Sylvester Stallone and 11.15pm (Animation/ Adventure/ Comedy) Shows at 12.15pm, 3pm, 5.45pm and Shows at (VIP) 11.30am, 4.45pm and Starring: John C Reilly, Sarah 8.30pm 10pm Silvarman and Gal Gadot 3) Instant Family (PG 15) (Comedy) 3) Instant Family (PG 15) (Comedy) Shows at 11.30am, 1.45pm, 4pm, Starring: Mark Wahlberg, Rose Byrner Starring: Mark Wahlberg, Rose Byrner and 6.15pm, 8.30pm and 10.45pm and Octavia Spencer Octavia Spencer 8) Widows (15+) (Crime/ Thriller/ Shows at 10.45am, 1.15pm, 3.45pm, Shows at 10.30am, 1pm, 3.30pm, 6pm, Drama) 6.15pm and 8.45pm 8.30pm and 11pm Starring: Viola Davis, Michelle 4) The Girl In The Spider’s Web: A New 4) The Girl In The Spider’s Web: A New Rodriguz and Elizabeth Debicki Dragon Tattoo Story (15+) (Thriller/ Dragon Tattoo Story (15+) (Thriller/ Shows at 10.45am, 1.15pm, 3.45pm, Action/ Crime/ Drama) Action/ Crime/ Drama) 6.15pm, 8.45pm and 11.15pm Starring: Claire Foy, Sylvia Hoeks and Starring: Claire Foy, Sylvia Hoeks and 9) Johnny English Strikes Again (PG) Lakeith Stanfeld Lakeith Stanfeld (Comedy/ Action/ Adventure) Shows at 10.30am, 1pm, 3.30pm, 6pm Shows at 12.30pm, 3pm, 5.30pm, 8pm Starring: Rowan Atkinson, Olga and 8.30pm and 10.30pm Kurylenko and Emma Thompson 5) Ralph Breaks The Internet (PG) Shows at (VIP) 2.15pm and 7.30pm Shows at 10.30am, 12.30pm, 2.30pm, (Animation/ Adventure/ Comedy) 5) Detective Conan: Zero The Enforcer 4.30pm, 6.30pm, 8.30pm and Starring: John C Reilly, Sarah (PG) (Animation/ Action/ Thriller/ 10.30pm Silvarman and Gal Gadot Crime) n A scene from The Girl In The Spider’s Web: A New Dragon Tattoo Story, now showing 10) The Grinch (G) (Animation/ Shows at 10.45am, 1pm, 3.15pm and Starring: Kappei Yamaguchi, Toru Furuya Adventure/ Comedy) 5.30pm and Minami Takayama 2) Creed II (PG 13) (Drama/ Action/ 10.45pm Thriller) Starring: Angela Lansbury, Benedict Show at (Dubbed In English) (Kids Sport) 8) Detective Conan: Zero The Enforcer Starring: Gerard Butler, Gary Oldman Cumberbatch and Rashida Jones AL HAMRA CINEMA Starring: Tessa Thompson, Michael B (PG) (Animation/ Action/ Thriller/ and Common Cinema) 11.15am Shows at 10.45am, 12.45pm, 2.45pm, 1) Robot 2.0 (PG 15) (Action/ Thriller/ Show at (Dubbed In Arabic) (Kids Cinema) Jordan and Sylvester Stallone Crime) Shows at 10.30am, 1pm, 3.30pm, 4.45pm, 6.45pm, 8.45pm and Shows at (Imax 2D) noon, 2.45pm, Starring: Kappei Yamaguchi, Toru 6pm, 8.30pm and 11pm Sci-Fi/ Drama) 1.30pm 10.45pm Starring: Rajinikanth, Akshay Kumar 6) Robin Hood (PG 15) (Action/ Adventure) 5.30pm, 8.15pm and 11pm Furuya and Minami Takayama 15) Venom (PG 15) (Action/ Adventure) Shows at (Atmos) 10.30am, 1pm, Shows at (Dubbed In English) Starring: Tom Hardy, Michelle Williams SEEF (I) and Amy Jackson Starring: Taron Egerton, Eve Hewson and Shows at (Tamil) noon, 3pm, 6pm and Jamie Foxx 3.45pm, 6.30pm, 9.15pm and 10.30am and 3pm and Riz Ahmed 1) Robot 2.0 (PG 15) (Action/ Thriller/ 9pm Shows at 10.45am, 3.45pm and 8.45pm midnight Shows at (Dubbed Arabic) 12.45pm Shows at 1.15pm, 5.30pm and 9.45pm 16) Night School (PG 15) (Comedy) Sci-Fi/ Drama) 7) Ralph Breaks The Internet (PG) Shows at (VIP I) 12.30pm, 3.15pm, and 5.15pm Starring: Rajinikanth, Akshay Kumar WADI AL SAIL (Animation/ Adventure/ Comedy) 6pm, 8.45pm and 11.30pm 9) Robin Hood (PG 15) (Action/ Starring: Kevin Hart, Tifany Haddish and Rob Riggle and Amy Jackson 1) Robot 2.0 (PG 15) (Action/ Thriller/ Starring: John C Reilly, Sarah Silvarman 3) Instant Family (PG 15) (Comedy) Adventure) Shows at (Hindi) noon, 3pm, 6pm, and Gal Gadot Starring: Mark Wahlberg, Rose Byrner Starring: Taron Egerton, Eve Hewson Shows at 12.15pm, 4.30pm and Sci-Fi/ Drama) 8.45pm 9pm and midnight Shows at (Kids Cinema) 3.45pm, 6pm, and Octavia Spencer and Jamie Foxx Shows at (Tamil) 11am, 2pm, 5pm, Starring: Rajinikanth, Akshay Kumar 17) El Badlah (PG 13) (Arabic/ Comedy) 8.15pm and 10.30pm Shows at 11.30am, 2pm, 4.30pm, Shows at 11.15am, 1.45pm, 4.15pm, 8pm and 11pm and Amy Jackson 8) Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes Of 7pm, 9.30pm and midnight 6.45pm, 9.15pm and 11.45pm Starring: Tamer Hosny, Akram Hosni, Shows at (Telugu) 10.45am, 1.45pm, Shows at (Hindi) 11.30am, 2.30pm, Grindelwald (PG 13) (Action/ Shows at (VIP II) 10.30am, 1pm, 10) Ralph Breaks The Internet (PG) Majed El Masry and Amina Khalil 4.45pm, 7.45pm and 10.45pm 5.30pm, 8.30pm and 11.30pm Adventure/ Fantasy) 3.30pm, 6pm, 8.30pm and 11pm (Animation/ Adventure/ Comedy) Shows at 2.30pm, 6.45pm and 11pm 2) Creed II (PG 13) (Drama/ Action/ 2) Creed II (PG 13) (Drama/ Action/ Starring: Eddie Redmayne, Katherine 4) The Girl In The Spider’s Web: A New Starring: John C Reilly, Sarah Sport) SEEF (II) Sport) Waterston and Dan Fogler Dragon Tattoo Story (15+) (Thriller/ Silvarman and Gal Gadot Starring: Tessa Thompson, Michael B Starring: Tessa Thompson, Michael B Shows at 11.45am, 5.15pm and 10.45pm Action/ Crime/ Drama) Shows at 12.15pm, 2.30pm, 4.45pm, 1) Robot 2.0 (PG 15) (Action/ Thriller/ Jordan and Sylvester Stallone Jordan and Sylvester Stallone 9) Widows (15+) (Crime/ Thriller/ Drama) Starring: Claire Foy, Sylvia Hoeks and 7pm, 9.15pm and 11.30pm Sci-Fi/ Drama) Shows at 12.30pm, 3.15pm, 6pm, Shows at 12.45pm, 3.30pm, 6.15pm, Starring: Viola Davis, Michelle Rodriguz Lakeith Stanfeld 11) Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes Starring: Rajinikanth, Akshay Kumar 8.45pm and 11.30pm 9pm and 11.45pm and Elizabeth Debicki Shows at 10.45am, 1.15pm, 3.45pm, Of Grindelwald (PG 13) (Action/ and Amy Jackson 3) Guardians (PG 13) (Aciton/ Thriller) 3) Instant Family (PG 15) (Comedy) Shows at 1.15pm, 6.15pm and 11.15pm 6.15pm, 8.45pm and 11.15pm Adventure/ Fantasy) Shows at (Tamil) (3D) 10.30am, Starring: Valeriya Shkirando, Sanzhar Starring: Mark Wahlberg, Rose Byrner 10) Bohemian Rhapsody (15+) (Musical/ 5) Incident In Ghostland (18+) Starring: Eddie Redmayne, Katherine 12.30pm, 1.30pm, 3.30pm, 4.30pm, Madiyev and Anton Pampushnyy and Octavia Spencer Drama/ Biography) (Thriller/ Horror) Waterston and Dan Fogler 6.30pm, 7.30pm, 9.30pm and Shows at 11.45am, 3.45pm, 7.45pm Shows at 12.45pm, 3.15pm, 5.45pm, Starring: Rami Malek, Lucy Boynton and Starring: Crystal Reed, Anastasia Shows at 12.30pm, 3.15pm, 6pm, 10.30pm and 11.45pm 8.15pm and 10.45pm Gwilym Lee Phillips and Emilia Jones 8.45pm and 11.30pm 2) Instant Family (PG 15) (Comedy) 4) Beautiful Boy (15+) (Drama/ 4) The Girl In The Spider’s Web: A New Shows at 2.30pm and 8pm Shows at 11.15am, 3.30pm, 7.45pm 12) Widows (15+) (Crime/ Thriller/ Starring: Mark Wahlberg, Rose Byrner Biorgraphy) Dragon Tattoo Story (15+) (Thriller/ and midnight Drama) and Octavia Spencer Action/ Crime/ Drama) CINECO (CITY CENTRE): 20 SCREENS Starring: Steve Carell, Timothee 6) Guardians (PG 13) (Aciton/ Thriller) Starring: Viola Davis, Michelle Shows at 11.15am, 1.45pm, 4.15pm, Chalamet and Maura Tierney Starring: Claire Foy, Sylvia Hoeks and 1) Robot 2.0 (PG 15) (Action/ Thriller/ Sci- Starring: Valeriya Shkirando, Sanzhar Rodriguz and Elizabeth Debicki 6.45pm, 9.15pm and 11.45pm Shows at 9.15pm and 11.30pm Lakeith Stanfeld Fi/ Drama) Madiyev and Anton Pampushnyy Shows at 11am, 1.30pm, 4pm, 3) The Girl In The Spider’s Web: A New 5) Detective Conan: Zero The Enforcer Shows at 11am, 1.30pm, 4pm, Starring: Rajinikanth, Akshay Kumar and Shows at 7.30pm, 9.30pm and 6.30pm, 9pm and 11.30pm Dragon Tattoo Story (15+) (Thriller/ (PG) (Animation/ Action/ Thriller/ 6.30pm, 9pm and 11.30pm Amy Jackson 11.30pm 13) Johnny English Strikes Again (PG) Action/ Crime/ Drama) Crime) 5) Robin Hood (PG 15) (Action/ Shows at (Hindi) 11am, 2pm, 5pm, 8pm 7) Gunshot (PG 15) (Arabic/ Thriller/ (Comedy/ Action/ Adventure) Starring: Claire Foy, Sylvia Hoeks and Starring: Kappei Yamaguchi, Toru Adventure) and 11pm Drama/ Crime) Starring: Rowan Atkinson, Olga Lakeith Stanfeld Furuya and Minami Takayama Starring: Taron Egerton, Eve Hewson Shows at (3D) (Tamil) 10.30am, 1.30pm, Starring: Ahmed El Fishawy, Ruby and Kurylenko and Emma Thompson Shows at 11.30am, 2pm, 4.30pm, Shows at (Dubbed In English) 2.30pm and Jamie Foxx 4.30pm, 7.30pm and 10.30pm Mohamed Mamdouh Shows at 11am, 1pm, 3pm, 5pm, 7pm, 7pm, 9.30pm and midnight and 7pm Shows at 10.30am, 1pm, 3.30pm, Shows at (Tamil) noon, 3pm, 6pm, 9pm Shows at 10.45am, 12.45pm, 2.45pm, 9pm and 11pm 4) Incident In Ghostland (18+) Shows at (Dubbed Arabic) 12.15pm 6pm, 8.30pm and 11pm and midnight 4.45pm, 6.45pm, 8.45pm and 14) Hunter Killer (PG 15) (Action/ (Thriller/ Horror) and 4.45pm 6) Ralph Breaks The Internet (PG) (Animation/ Adventure/ Comedy) Starring: John C Reilly, Sarah Silvarman and Gal Gadot BAHRAIN WEATHER FORECAST Shows at 11.30am, 1.45pm, 4pm, 6.15pm, 8.30pm and 10.45pm MUKTA A2 (Jufair Mall) 1) Creed II (PG 13) (Drama/ Sport) Starring: Michael B Jordan, Sylvester Stallone and Tessa Thompson Shows at noon, 2.30pm, 5pm, 7.30pm, 10pm and 12.30am 2) Instant Family (PG 15) (Comedy/ Drama) Starring: Mark Wahlberg, Rose Byrne and Isabela Moner Shows at 11.30am, 4.15pm, 9.30pm and 11.45pm 3) The Girl in the Spider’s Web: A New Dragon Tattoo Story (15+) (Crime/ Drama/ Thriller) Starring: Claire Foy, Beau Gadsdon and Sverrir Gudnason Shows at 8.10pm, 10.20pm and 12.30am 4) Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald (PG 13) (Adventure/ Family/ Fantasy) Starring: Eddie Redmayne, Katherine Waterston and Dan Fogler Shows at 1.45pm and 6.45pm 5) Ralph Breaks The Internet - Wreck It Ralph 2 (PG) (Animation/ Adventure/ Comedy) Starring: John C Reilly, Sarah Silverman and Gal Gadot Shows at 11am, 1.45pm, 3.50pm and 6pm 6) Robot 2.0 (Hindi) (PG 15) (Action/ Sci-Fi/ Thriller) Starring: Rajinikanth, Akshay Kumar and Amy Jackson Shows at 3.15pm, 9.15pm and 12.05am Shows at (3D) 10.30am and 6.30pm 7) Robot 2.0 (Tamil) (PG 15) (Action/ Sci-Fi/ Thriller) Starring: Rajinikanth, Akshay Kumar and Amy Jackson Shows at 10.45am, 1.30pm, 4.15pm, 7pm, 9.45pm and 12.30am www.bahrainweather.gov.bh; Tel: 17323073, 17321175 Shows at (3D) 11.45am, 2.30pm, 5.15pm, 8pm and 10.45pm Email: [email protected] Gulf Daily News Gulfdailynews @GDNonline @GDNonline GDNonline Sunday, 2nd December 2018 11 Fugitive faces extradition from Thailand

A 25-YEAR-OLD Bahraini fugitive, who has been con- New training for victed in absentia for torch- ing a police station, has been detained in Bangkok, Thailand, and could face extradition to serve his sen- tence. The Bahrain Embassy in Thailand issued a state- ment yesterday, in which it confrmed former national team footballer Hakeem Al Oraibi was “wanted for se- manpower frms curity cases”. It added that it was fol- lowing up with security au- thorities in Thailand. l Mr Al Oraibi, who now UN programme to protect migrant workers’ rights plays for a team in Mel- bourne, reportedly arrived By SANDEEP SINGH GREWAL n An IOM in Australia in 2014 and was expert holding initially granted refugee BAHRAIN is the first country in the a workshop in status, before being award- Gulf to launch a special UN training Manama ed permanent residency. programme for recruitment agencies to He was arrested upon arrival at Bangkok airport protect the rights of migrant workers. based on an Interpol notice The International Organisation for Migra- issued at Bahrain’s request. tion (IOM) conducted training for the frst A court in Bahrain has batch of nine labour recruiters who will now sentenced him to 10 years be certifed under the International Recruit- in jail for being involved ment Integrity System (IRIS). in torching a police station, The global social compliance scheme is although he claims he was designed to promote ethical international re- playing in a televised foot- cruitment. ball game at the time of the It has been developed by IOM in collabo- crime. ration with government, civil society and pri- vate sector partners. IRIS works by defning and setting a benchmark for ethical recruitment (the IRIS Standard) and by establishing a voluntary cer- tifcation scheme for recruiters. The training pro- The UN migration agency hopes to train 108 gramme was created in response to the growing employment offces approved by the Labour demand from the private sector and governments Market Regulatory Authority (LMRA). for ethical recruitment services. IOM frst launched the IRIS training course in It aims to increase recruiters’ overall awareness Nepal in May this year and will continue to roll it of ethical recruitment and to provide practical out in other countries next year. information on what recruiters need to demon- “We will hold a workshop next year again to strate in their management systems in order to be follow up on this programme in Bahrain that will IRIS-certifed. cover major stakeholders.” In particular, the programme introduces re- IRIS programme manager Pawel Szalus said it cruiters to the business case for ethical recruit- was good to see both countries, of labour origin Vegan Chocolate Bar + Wellness Café ment, reveals what comprises the IRIS Standard and destination, take part in the IRIS training. and explains in simple terms what management “For IRIS to achieve its objective and make re- systems look like in practice. cruitment fairer for all involved, it is imperative “This is the frst time in the Gulf that we have that we work with, and support, both sides of the organised the IRIS training programme for re- supply chain,” he said. cruitment agencies,” said IOM Bahrain offce in- The GDN reported in August that more than 45 charge Mohamed El Zarkani. manpower agencies were shut down in Bahrain “The idea is to promote ethical recruitment over the past four years for breaching operating that protects the rights of employers, employees rules. That is an average of around one every and manpower agencies.” month. Pointing out that IRIS was aimed at setting The LMRA initiated legal action against 13 of new a benchmark in the country, Mr El Zarkani them for alleged human traffcking. said IOM was setting up a voluntary certifcation A US State Department report on Traffcking scheme for recruitment agencies in Bahrain. in Persons released in June (2018) said 20 agen- “It is like a code of conduct for recruiters to cies were closed last year alone, three for contra- protect the rights of migrant workers and further vening the Labour Law and 17 for non-compli- help employers only deal with IRIS-certifed ance with LMRA regulations. agencies.” [email protected]

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n The Offce of the First Deputy Prime Minister (OFDPM) hosted a ceremony marking Bahrain Women’s Day, under the theme ‘Women in legislative and municipal felds’. OFDPM offce director general Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa Al Khalifa commended the unwavering support to Bahraini women’s empowerment. n National Day greetings sent His Majesty King Hamad sent a cable of congratulations to UAE President shaikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan on his country’s 47th National Day. His Royal Highness Prime Minister Prince Khalifa bin salman Al Khalifa and His Royal Highness Prince salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince, Deputy supreme Commander and First Deputy Premier, congratulated the UAE President, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai shaikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy supreme Commander of the UAE Armed n Two coffee shops in Manama have been shut down for serving sheesha illegally without a licence. They Forces shaikh Mohammed bin n Gulf Air yesterday celebrated Bahraini Women’s Day by operating an all-Bahraini female fight to were raided by government inspectors and the owners now face prosecution. The businesses were raided Zayed Al Nahyan. They sent similar Kuwait, including the fight’s operating and hospitality crews. It also included Bahraini social media by a team from the Industry, Commerce and Tourism Ministry, which locked the doors and posted notices congratulatory cables to members of infuencers Khawla Al Maraghi, Rasha Yusuf and Amina Al Khenna. The participants were received stating they were now closed. “Legal procedures were taken against the owners of the coffee shops,” said the UAE supreme Ruling Council by representatives of Bahrain’s Embassy in Kuwait. They visited the embassy prior to attending a a ministry statement. “The ministry warns traders not to engage in commercial activities without obtaining of Rulers of Emirates and crown luncheon in their honour. necessary licences or approvals.” Above, inspectors close down one of the coffee shops. princes, on the occasion. n Congratulated His Majesty sent a cable of congratulations to Laos President Bounnhang Vorachit on his country’s National Day. n Photo exhibition A PHoTo expo marking the UAE’s National Day is being held at The Avenues – Bahrain. The UAE embassy is holding the exhibition, which will run until Wednesday. The UAE Red Crescent Authority is also holding an exhibition during the same period, showcasing its humanitarian and development achievements. It features documentary flms and publications, showcasing the UAE’s leading role in extending lifelines and alleviating human suffering in confict and disaster-hit zones. The expo also includes 30 pictures, refecting deep-rooted relations binding Bahrain and the UAE. n Twelve contestants took part in a cooking competition yesterday at Ramli Mall. Four teams of three battled it out in the Kenwood Stars Competition, judged by chefs from the K Hotel, the Softel Bahrain Zallaq Thalassa Sea and Spa and The Westin. Winners received appliances provided by Kenwood. Above, contestants at the event.

n The second branch of Yousuf Mahmood Husain Pharmacy was opened on Service Road in Tubli yesterday. It was inaugurated by company director Abdulaziz Yousif in the presence of guests and company offcials. “We are working on opening two other branches, in Salmabad and Busaiteen by the frst quarter of 2019,” Mr Yousif said on the occasion. Above, offcials at the inauguration. Right, Mr Yousif cuts the ribbon to inaugurate the branch. Gulf Daily News Sunday, 2nd December 2018 13 GEORGE H W BUSH MOURNED A leader of grace

n The Offce of the First Deputy Prime Minister (OFDPM) hosted a ceremony marking Bahrain Women’s Day, under the theme ‘Women in legislative and municipal felds’. OFDPM offce director general Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa Al Khalifa commended the unwavering support to Bahraini women’s empowerment. and humility l Tributes pour in for former US president

WASHINGTON: Tributes to former US president George H W Bush, who died at the age of 94, poured in from n Obama awards the Medal of Freedom to Bush during a around the world yesterday as global ceremony at the White House leaders honoured him for his role in on February 15, 2011 helping to end the Cold War and reduce the danger of nuclear annihilation. Bush, the 41st US president, also rout- ed President Saddam Hussein’s Iraqi army in the 1991 Gulf War but lost his chance for a second term in the White House after breaking a no-new-taxes pledge. “Many of my memories are linked to him,” said Mikhail Gorbachev, the last n Two coffee shops in Manama have been shut down for serving sheesha illegally without a licence. They leader of the Soviet Union, with whom were raided by government inspectors and the owners now face prosecution. The businesses were raided Bush signed a strategic arms reduction by a team from the Industry, Commerce and Tourism Ministry, which locked the doors and posted notices treaty that scaled back the two coun- stating they were now closed. “Legal procedures were taken against the owners of the coffee shops,” said a ministry statement. “The ministry warns traders not to engage in commercial activities without obtaining tries’ nuclear arsenals. necessary licences or approvals.” Above, inspectors close down one of the coffee shops. “We happened to work together in years of great changes. It was a dramat- ic time demanding huge responsibility n Bush with Bill Clinton on from everyone,” Russia’s Interfax news n Bush waves goodbye to US Marines and members of the British 7th Armoured Brigade as their arrival in Phuket, south agency cited Gorbachev as saying. they conclude a Thanksgiving Day visit with troops in Saudi on November 22, 1990 Thailand in February 2005 Speaking in Buenos Aires, US President Donald Trump said Bush was “a high-qual- Bush’s support ‘will remain in ity man”. “He was a very fine man. I met him on numerous occasions. He Kuwait’s collective memory’ was just a high quality KUWAIT CITY: Kuwait paid tribute to ten,” he added. man who truly loved his George H W Bush yesterday, saying his “On behalf of the Kuwaiti government family. One thing that support during the first Gulf War “will and people, I express my deepest condo- came through loud and not be forgotten”. lences and utmost sympathy.” clear, he was very proud Kuwaitis have long expressed their After Saddam Hussein ordered the of his family and very gratitude to the late 41st president for invasion of Kuwait in August 1990, Bush n backing them following Iraq’s 1990 inva- Bush shaking hands with Gorbachev during a joint Press much loved his family. deployed hundreds of thousands of US conference after the frst US-Soviet summit meeting He was a terrific guy sion. troops to Saudi Arabia -- urging other In the wake of the war, many stuck countries to do the same. and he’ll be missed. He bumper stickers on their led a full life, and a very A US-led coalition cars of Bush standing in LIGHTS at the landmark expelled Iraqi forces from exemplary life, too,” Kuwait Towers were shut front of an American flag, Kuwait in a lightning cam- Trump told reporters at and a few even named off yesterday evening and replaced with an paign at the beginning of a G20 summit. their children after him. 1991. n Twelve contestants took part in a cooking competition yesterday at Ramli Mall. Four teams of three battled it out in the Kenwood Stars Competition, judged by chefs from the K Hotel, the Softel Bahrain “Bush was an icon,” image of Bush with Bush’s death on Abu Fahad, a Kuwaiti Zallaq Thalassa Sea and Spa and The Westin. Winners received appliances provided by Kenwood. Above, contestants at the event. Friday night was said Farida Al Habib, a Kuwaiti and American cardiologist who says she flags, the emirate’s infor- army officer, said he announced by long- was “very saddened” by time spokesman Jim smuggled medicine to mation ministry said. Kuwaiti forces during the Bush’s death. McGrath. invasion. “He stood by us even though he was A funeral ser- “I cried when I heard the news about not a Muslim,” he said. vice will take place his death,” she added. Bush visited Kuwait in 1993 and was in Washington’s In a letter to President Donald Trump, hailed as a “guest of honour”. twin-spired National Kuwaiti Amir Shaikh Sabah Al Ahmad Tributes have poured in online for Cathedral, with Trump Al Jaber Al Sabah praised Bush’s “his- Bush following news of his death. and his wife Melania to toric and courageous stance... and his “We will never forget you,” Twitter rejection of Iraq’s occupation of Kuwait user Manal wrote. be present. Bush will The UAE and Oman also sent letters lie in state beginning from the early hours”. n Lt Junior Grade George H W Bush is rescued from the sea by His support “will remain in Kuwait’s of condolence to Trump and Bush’s son, crew members of the USS Finback after his plane was shot down tomorrow evening in collective memory and will not be forgot- former president George W Bush. the Rotunda of the US over Chichijima, Japan in this September 2, 1944 photo Capitol for two days of public viewing, Florida Governor Jeb Bush, who unsuc- as vice president for eight years during news agency TASS. congressional leaders announced. cessfully sought the 2016 Republican Ronald Reagan’s two terms as president. Bush had first sought the presidency in Trump also designated a national day of nomination for president. “His ethos of public service was the 1980, campaigning on experience gathered mourning on Wednesday, and ordered the His death came seven months after that guiding thread of his life and an example as a US congressman from Texas, envoy to lowering of the American flag for 30 days. of his wife, former first lady Barbara Bush, to us all,” said British Prime Minister China, director of the Central Intelligence Former presidents remembered Bush to whom he was married for 73 years, Theresa May. “In navigating a peaceful Agency, UN ambassador and chairman of as a leader of grace and humility. “His the longest married couple in the White end to the Cold War, he made the world a the Republican National Committee. administration was marked by grace, civil- House. He was admitted to a Houston safer place for generations to come.” Ronald Reagan, the former actor and ity and social conscience,” Jimmy Carter, hospital with a blood infection that led to German Chancellor Angela Merkel California governor, vanquished Bush in a Bush predecessor, said. sepsis a day after her funeral in April. recalled visiting him in the White House. the Republican primaries but chose him as Barack Obama described Bush as “a “The entire Bush family is deeply grate- “He was the father or one of the fathers his running mate, hoping Bush’s reputa- patriot and humble servant” while Bill ful for 41’s life and love, for the compas- of German reunification and we will never tion as a moderate would balance his own Clinton, who defeated Bush in the 1992 sion of those who have cared and prayed forget that,” she said. hard, conservative image. presidential election, recalled his “great for Dad, and for the condolences of our Russian President Vladimir Putin said After two terms in the Reagan White long life of service, love and friendship”. friends and fellow citizens,” George W Bush “faithfully served his country all his House, Bush ran for the presidency again Bush was the father of former president Bush said in a statement. life – with a gun in his hand during the in 1988 and defeated Massachusetts n The second branch of Yousuf Mahmood Husain Pharmacy was opened on Service Road in Tubli yesterday. It was inaugurated by company director Abdulaziz Yousif in the presence of guests and company offcials. “We are working on George W Bush, who served two terms in A US naval aviator during the Second war years and in high government roles Democrat Michael Dukakis by winning 40 opening two other branches, in Salmabad and Busaiteen by the frst quarter of 2019,” Mr Yousif said on the occasion. Above, offcials at the inauguration. Right, Mr Yousif cuts the ribbon to inaugurate the branch. the White House in the 2000s, and former World War, the elder Bush also served in peace time,” according to Russian state of the 50 states. 14 Gulf Daily News Sunday, 2nd December 2018

VIVA Cash ties up with Alosra World leaders back WTO to offer secure payment option ManaMa: VIVA Cash has collaborated with Alosra super- market to offer convenient and secure cashless payments for revamp at G20 summit customers in Bahrain. BUEnOS aIRES: The This is in line with VIVA’s leaders of the world’s objective of accelerating largest economic pow- Bahrain’s move towards a ers yesterday backed an China backs Saudi economic reforms cashless society, and Alosra’s overhaul of the glob- commitment to provide its BUENOS AIRES: Stability in Arabia had agreed to al body that regulates Saudi Arabia is the corner- customers with options to international trade dis- renew a pact on oil pro- maximise their convenience, stone for prosperity and pro- duction cuts, as crude putes, ahead of high- gress in the Gulf, and China prices slump on global said a statement from VIVA stakes talks between US firmly supports Riyadh markets. Bahrain. President Donald Trump in its drive for econom- Following talks at the VIVA customers can now and Chinese President Xi ic diversification and social summit with the Saudi benefit more when shopping at Jinping aimed at defusing reform, President Xi Jinping Crown Prince, Putin said Alosra by receiving an instant a trade war. told Saudi Crown Prince “we have agreed to extend 10 per cent cashback through The Group of 20 indus- Mohammed bin Salman. our agreement.” VIVA Cash at any of the seven trialised nations called for Meeting in Buenos Aires, Opec and non-Opec Alosra branches in Bahrain, reforms to the crisis-stricken host of the G20 summit of producers, led by Russia, with a maximum cashback of World Trade Organisation industrialised nations, Jinping had agreed on Thursday to BD5. amid growing global trade said China has always extend oil output cuts until To avail of this offer, valid tensions, in a final statement attached great importance the end of 2018 as they try until Saturday, customers from a two-day gathering in to its relations with Saudi to finish clearing a global should use their VIVA Cash Argentina. Arabia, China’s official glut of crude while signal- accounts whilst paying for pur- The communiqué, which Xinhua news agency reported. ling a possible early exit chases made at the following “China firmly supports from the deal if the market was finalised after delegates Saudi Arabia in its drive Alosra stores: Amwaj Islands, worked through the night on n The Saudi Crown Prince and Jinping meet on the sidelines of the overheats. Durrat Al Bahrain, Juffair, for economic diversification G20 summit in Buenos Aires Russia, which this year Friday, recognised trade as and social reform, and will reduced production signif- Riffa Palms, El Mercado an important engine of glob- continue to stick together saying the Crown Prince and “Belt and Road Initiative”. icantly with Opec for the Janabiyah, and its two branch- al growth but made only with Saudi Arabia on issues Jinping had discussed the part- They were also reported to first time, has been pushing es in Saar – Najibi Centre and a passing reference to “the involving their core inter- nership between the two coun- have discussed Saudi energy for a clear message on how Nakheel Centre. current trade issues,” with- ests,” Jinping said. tries and ways to harmonise supplies to China and mutual to exit the cuts so the mar- VIVA Cash offers access to out providing any details. The Saudi Press agency Saudi Arabia’s 2030 vision – a investment. ket doesn’t flip into a defi- a wide portfolio of merchants “We recognise the contri- posted pictures on Twitter of plan to diversify the economy Russian President Vladimir cit too soon, prices don’t which includes retailers, res- bution that the multilateral the prince talking to Jinping, away from oil – with China’s Putin said Russia and Saudi rally too fast and rival US. taurants, cafés, supermarkets in trading system has made,” addition to international remit- the statement read. “The tance services embedded in the system is currently falling short of G20 delegates said that negotiations despite Trump’s earlier threat of new could make a deal that would be good. application. its objectives and there is room for on the final summit statement proceed- tariffs, which would increase tensions I think they want to. I think we’d like Users of the facility have improvement. We therefore support ed more smoothly than at a meeting already weighing on the growth of the to. We’ll see,” he said. the option of depositing money the necessary reform of the WTO of Asian leaders two weeks ago that global economy. A Chinese foreign ministry offi- into their account either by to improve its functioning. We will ended without a consensus thanks to But ahead of what is seen as the cial in Buenos Aires said there were transferring money from an review progress at our next Summit,” a decision to avoid any most important meet- signs of increasing consensus ahead existing debit card through it said. reference to protection- ing of US and Chinese of the discussions but that differences the app or by topping up with The WTO is on the verge of becom- ism and unfair trading leaders in years, both persisted. Beijing hopes to persuade cash at any of Saddad’s 750 ing dysfunctional, just when it is most practices. sides said differences Trump to abandon plans to raise tar- machines across the kingdom. needed to fulfil its role as umpire in With the US and remained, and the out- iffs on $200 billion of Chinese goods With seven stores across trade disputes and as the watchdog of China locked in growing come of the talks were to 25 per cent in January, from 10pc Bahrain and two in Saudi global commerce. disputes over commerce uncertain. at present. Trump has threatened to Arabia, Alosra supermarket, a The US is unhappy with what it says and security that have This year’s summit go ahead with that and possibly add wholly owned subsidiary of the is the WTO’s failure to hold Beijing to raised questions about the future of has proved to be a major test for the tariffs on $267bn of imports if there is BMMI Group, offers a huge account for not opening up its econo- their relationship, global financial mar- G20, whose leaders first met in 2008 no progress in the talks. portfolio of hand-picked local my as envisioned when China joined kets next week will take their lead from to help rescue the global economy Trump has long railed against and international products, the body in 2001. To force reform at the outcome of talks between Trump from the worst financial crisis in seven China’s trade surplus with the US and unbeatable focus on custom- the WTO, the US has blocked new and Jinping over dinner last night. decades. Washington accuses Beijing of not er experience, commitment to appointments to the world’s top trade The first day of the G20 summit The US leader was coy on Friday playing fairly on trade. China calls the sustainably supporting the local court. The European Union is also offered glimmers of hope for pro- even as he noted some positive signs. US protectionist and has resisted what community and their reputation pushing for reform at the WTO. gress between Washington and Beijing “We’re working very hard. If we it views as attempts to intimidate it. as the ‘fresh and friendly’ face of retail.

n H+K Strategies, Bahrain’s first international PR agency and leading communications firm, won the prestigious ‘Agency of the Year Award’ at the Middle East Public Relations Association (MEPRA) award ceremony. H+K Strategies won a total of 14 awards in the gold, silver and bronze categories. Hill and Knowlton Strategies Mena chief executive Bashar Al Kadhi said: “The MEPRA event crowned a truly fantastic year for H+K Mena, being named Large Agency of the Year at the 2018 MEPRA Awards. It capped off a massive night for us with a total of 13 additional wins – with seven gold in categories including Sports and Entertainment, Healthcare, Digital, Consumer Goods and Integrated Campaign of the Year. We are proud of the team and the talent we have, and the work we do is not possible without the partnership and trust from our clients.” Gulf Daily News Sunday, 2nd December 2018 15

TradeQuest challenge for schools MANAMA: Bahrain Bourse (BHB) has launched the TradeQuest Challenge for high school and university students for the academic year 2018- 2019. Participating students and teams’ school and university advisers attended the launch along with the investment advisers who will monitor and coach the teams during the programme. TradeQuest is a simulated business-education n One of the teams taking part in the contest during the launch at Bahrain Bourse partnership programme that focuses on investment trading in world financial markets, which started operating for the first time in Bahrain in 1997 in co-operation with financial institutions and educational parties. The programme has Microsoft’s ecosystem and been highly supported by var- ious banks and financial insti- tutions over the past 20 years. TradeQuest aims to acquaint students with rules and regu- lations implemented in finan- cial markets, analyse and select shares, and manage a portfo- cloud ‘to create 5,600 jobs’ lio of investment instruments listed on New York Stock By AVINASH SAXENA The authority, said Mr Bahrain will almost quadruple country will surpass 12,600 by “It will also create demand Exchange and Bahrain Bourse. AlQaed, would continue devel- over the same period, from that time. for new skill types and exper- The programme consists of MANAMA: Microsoft’s oping Bahrain into a centre of BD2.74 million in 2017 to “Cloud will enable inno- tise in the market. We will three trading periods where the technology ecosystem and excellence for developing cloud BD10.05m in 2022. vative projects that revolve begin to see a shift in the job teams are required to present growth in cloud services in the region in partnership By the end of 2022, adoption around artificial intelligence types that will be needed by their strategy, objectives and will create more than 5,600 with Microsoft and other enti- of cloud services will create (AI), enterprise mobility, organisations, with new roles performance to the investment jobs in Bahrain by the end ties building on the kingdom’s nearly 5,200 new jobs and the Internet of Things (IoT), and coming into play. These will review committee at the end of of 2022, according to new cloud first policy, which made it Microsoft technology ecosys- blockchain,” said IDC Middle range from AI and blockchain each trading period. research by the International the first Arab country to imple- tem will add 400 jobs for a total East, Turkey and Africa architects and data scientists to Data Corporation (IDC). ment such policy worldwide. of 5,600 in net job creation. Software and Cloud research AI systems trainers.” The Microsoft ecosystem – IDC’s white paper analyses Microsoft Gulf Cloud & director Megha Kumar. [email protected] Batelco ready the companies that sell, service, the impact of ICT, cloud ser- Enterprise Group Lead Necip deploy, or otherwise work with vices and the Microsoft ecosys- Ozyucel said IDC’s report Microsoft products – supported tem on the Bahrain economy clearly shows that private and to unveil eSim more than 3,100 workers in the between 2017 and 2022, cov- public organisations have real- country in 2017. ering a decade of IDC regional ised those benefits are there for The ecosystem itself is a findings. the taking, and are directly or technology generator of downstream rev- The research shows that indirectly creating jobs as they MANAMA: Batelco has suc- enues, accounting for BD10.57 organisations across the king- invest in their futures. cessfully completed the tech- for every BD1 that Microsoft dom will take part in a rise in “Microsoft is proud of nical deployment of eSim tech- produces, according to IDC IT spending and employment. its record of job creation in nology and made its first eSim- estimates. Innovation and economic Bahrain. Acceleration of eco- equipped device call. “The report from Microsoft diversification will be support- nomic growth and innovation With this deployment, and IDC confirms the long-last- ed by the increasing utilisation and the downstream revenue Batelco has taken further steps ing strength we have rooted of public cloud services. that comes from the Microsoft to ensure all requirements are to realise Vision 2030,” said In addition, the government’s ecosystem are natural outcomes met for the delivery of the Information and eGovernment cloud-first strategy, togeth- from our efforts to help every state-of-the-art technology and Authority (iGA) chief execu- er with investments in private individual and organisation on exceptional experience, cover- tive Mohamed Ali AlQaed. and hybrid cloud solutions, will the planet to achieve more.” ing all aspects including secu- He said cloud computing and enable businesses to generate In its whitepaper, IDC also rity protocols, a statement from Microsoft’s ecosystem would almost BD129m in new reve- examined wider ICT spending Batelco said. continue to play a vital role nues over the next five years. in Bahrain, predicting it would The new service, which is set in economic development and IDC predicts spending reach BD296.76m in 2022, to transform the landscape in creation of jobs in the kingdom. on public cloud services in and that IT employment in the mobile technology, will deliver a host of convenient benefits for users and greatly enhance their experience. An eSim is an integrated SIM chip that is embedded in mobile devices, enabling cus- tomers to have multiple num- bers using one mobile phone without having to switch sim cards. The service will be available for customers from Thursday. Customers may visit any Batelco retail shop to activate the service. Batelco, in line with its strat- egy to deliver latest technol- ogies, strives to continuously enhance its portfolio to provide customers with relevant prod- ucts and services that meet their n Bahrain Businesswomen Society (BBS) organised at Saar Mall a three-day exhibition for Bahraini businesswomen. A wide range of products, including clothes, requirements and also support cosmetics, food, electrical equipment, cooking utensils and perfumes were showcased. The event was held under the patronage of BBS honorary president the kingdom’s efforts to be at Shaikha Thajiba bint Salman Al Khalifa. BBS president Ahlam Janahi said the exhibition coincides with the kingdom’s celebrations of Bahraini Women’s Day. She the forefront in the technology hailed pioneering initiatives taken by Bahrain in women empowerment to tap their potentials and boost their active participation in the community. sector, the company added. 16 Gulf Daily News Sunday, 2nd December 2018

COUNTRY SELL CASH SELL DRAFT AUSTRALIA (Dollar) 0.2836 0.2811 BANGLADESH (Taka) 0.00468 0.00449 CANADA (Dollar) 0.2904 0.2871 CHINA (Yuan) 0.056800 0.056800 DENMARK (Krone) 0.0606 - EGYPT (Pound) 0.0241 0.0216 EUROPEAN UNION (Euro) 0.4347 0.4322 HONG KONG (Dollar) 0.04967 0.04927 INDIA (Rupee) 0.00524 0.00547 INDONESIA (Rupiah) 0.00002767 0.00002658 IRAN (Tuman) 0.00010959 - IRAQ (Dinar) 0.000317 - JAPAN (Yen) 0.00350 0.003410 JORDAN (Dinar) 0.5359 0.5354 KOREA (Won) 0.00038670 - KUWAIT (Dinar) 1.251 1.251 MALAYSIA (Ringgit) 0.0929 0.0924 NEW ZEALAND (Dollar) 0.2644 0.2645 NORWAY (Krone) 0.0462 - NEPAL (Rupee) 0.00359 0.00339 OMAN (Riyal) 0.98233 0.98391 n Traders work on the floor at the New York Stock Exchange PAKISTAN (Rupee) 0.00297 0.00279 PHILIPPINES (Peso) 0.00738 0.00721 QATAR (Riyal) 0.10388 0.10426 Trade tensions cloud outlook SAUDI ARABIA (Riyal) 0.10066 0.10073 SINGAPORE (Dollar) 0.2795 0.2775 NEW YORK: Trade tensions any escalation in tensions could he cautioned there was “still a Wall Street’s attention has that have clouded Wall Street’s send the market, which recent- lot of uncertainty.” been trained on interest rate SOUTH AFRICA (Rand) 0.02890 0.02880 outlook for more than eight ly confrmed a correction, back US options activity already policy along with the US-China SRI LANKA (Rupee) 0.00244 0.00211 months will come to a head this toward its recent lows. shows that traders are bracing talks. But the focus may have weekend at a global political “It feels like people are hope- for more volatility tied to the shifted more to trade, following SWEDEN (Krona) 0.0446 - summit, with investors bracing ful that this meeting yields if meeting of the heads of the comments on Wednesday by SWITZERLAND (Franc) 0.3863 0.3833 for a range of outcomes that not a concrete plan on how to world’s 20 largest economies, Federal Reserve chair Jerome stand to infuence stocks for the move forward in trade, at least which gets underway on Friday Powell that lifted stocks and SYRIA (Pound) 0.001740 0.0018 rest of the year. some positive commentary in Buenos Aires, Argentina. that many investors read as sig- TAIWAN (Dollar) 0.013200 - At the G20 summit yes- from both sides that we are The benchmark S&P 500 naling that the Fed’s rate-hiking terday, US President Donald going to work towards a reso- stock index has bounced back cycle may be nearing an end. THAILAND (Baht) 0.011670 0.011650 Trump and his Chinese coun- lution,” said Mona Mahajan, this week after having dropped In the wake of Powell’s TURKEY (Lira) 0.0768 - terpart Xi Jinping were expect- US investment strategist with more than 10 per cent from its all- speech, Nicholas Colas, ed to talk, in what some see as Allianz Global time high by the co-founder of DataTrek Re- UK (Sterling) 0.4903 0.4874 the most important meeting in Investors. WEEK AHEAD end of last week, search, said “what happens in UAE (Dirham) 0.102850 0.102870 years between the leaders of the “We are op- perhaps leaving Buenos Aires will determine if world’s two largest economies. timistic that we more room for stocks post a positive 2018.” USA (Dollar) 0.37790 0.37800 Trump has imposed tariffs hopefully won’t get a worst- declines should the meeting dis- Should trade tensions es- on $250 billion worth of Chi- case scenario, which is Presi- appoint investors. The index is calate, Mahajan said it could For frm rates or for currencies not listed above please nese imports and threatened dent Trump comes away and now up just 2.4pc in 2018. shave expected earnings call Bahrain Financing Company. Telephone: 17228888. even more, and investors are says absolutely no on any pros- “I don’t think that our market growth for S&P 500 companies concerned that an escalation of pect of working with China go- would have a real signifcant in 2019 to 7pc from about 9pc. tit-for-tat measures will crimp ing forward,” she said. upward move based off of G20, To be sure, some investors economic and corporate proft Investor consensus over the but if something goes off kilter were wary of putting too much growth. past two weeks has been form- a little bit, you could defnitely weight on the meeting. 1 US$ 1 UK Stg 1 SFR 100 Yen While hopes are dim for an ing that “there is some type of see signifcant downside pres- “The market would be at Bahrain 0.3770 0.5738 0.3785 0.3349 outright deal, many investors short-term deal coming out of sure,” said Jonathan Corpina, greater risk if something hap- Kuwait 0.2855 0.3214 0.2866 0.2536 are optimistic the two sides will this that opens the window for a senior managing partner for pens and the market rallies, Oman 0.3849 0.3834 0.3864 0.3419 show some progress towards bigger deal,” said Walter Todd, Meridian Equity Partners, who and you have this perception Qatar 3.6420 3.6278 3.6563 3.2350 UAE 3.6730 3.6587 3.6874 3.2626 potentially ending the tariff chief investment offcer at works on the New York Stock that ‘OK everything has been Saudi 3.7500 3.7354 3.7647 3.3310 war. 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Egyptian tax change could spur banks to step up lending CAIRO: A proposed change to the way could induce banking entities to divert Sunday, could also put pressure on the Fi- Egypt taxes bank profts could encourage funds away from treasuries to other sectors. nance Ministry to allow Treasury yields to lenders to boost credit to the private sec- “The law would push banks to lend more rise as it seeks to fnance a budget defcit tor and push up yields on Treasury debt, towards the private sector,” said Hany Far- that was 9.8 per cent of GDP in the fscal raising its appeal among foreign investors, ahat, senior economist at investment bank year ending June 2018. economic analysts say. CI Capital. “The new bank levy may increase the The cabinet last week gave preliminary Egyptian banks have for years been top- T-bill rates by 200 bps (basis points) as approval to a proposed amendment to the heavy on government lending at the ex- they see higher pre-tax yields,” investment way bank taxes are calculated by scrapping pense of the private sector, economists say. bank Arqaam Capital said in a research a provision that lets local banks deduct tax- Banks held 2.35 trillion Egyptian pounds note on Thursday. This could bring in more es already paid on treasuries from their bot- ($131.58 billion) in government securities foreign investors. tom-line income tax. at the end of September compared with A separate decision by the central bank If a fnal version of the measure is ap- 804.8bn pounds in outstanding loans to the last week that will end guarantees of for- proved by parliament in the coming months private business sector. eign currency for investors exiting the gov- as is widely expected, it would raise the The proposed tax change, which hit local ernment securities market may, however, cost of buying government securities and banking stocks when it was announced on make Egyptian treasuries less attractive. n Banks held $131.58 billion in government securities Gulf Daily News Sunday, 2nd December 2018 17

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Gulf Connexions has partnered with an asset management firm based in URGENTLY REQUIRED inclusive Tel: 17001313 T • Shop for rent, Sitra, behind National the heart of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This well respected and professional firm an experienced Bahraini STUDIO APARMENT in Motors, BD200/- is currently looking for a Fund Accountant to join their expanding team. Restaurant Manager. most luxurious tower in • Flat in Hoora, 2BR & 2 Bathroom BD200/- This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated individual Please email your CV to Juffair, seaview inclusive • Manama, 2BR & 2 bathroom BD170/- who is looking for personal growth and development. The primary [email protected] internet/ OSN, good EXPORT SUPERVISOR. housekeeping & EWA. Tel. • Store in Tubli, 170sqm BD300/- 600sqm objective of the Fund Accountant role is the production and validation of BD850/- financial information to a high degree of accuracy on a timely basis. Graduate degree in 39424256. C o m m e r c e / B u s i n e s s GUDAIBIYA 2BR fat Contact: 36884588, 39211402, Responsibilities: Management/ International for rent near Awal FOR REN 39343992, 17255163 • Oversee the daily and monthly activities related to funds and investments. Trade or International Cinema suitable for staff Marketing. Sound accommodation. Tel: • Maintain the general ledger and various sub-ledgers understanding of export 34188004 • Responsible for monthly close of books and records in accordance with commercial activities. MAHOOZ 3BR spacious SAAR generally accepted accounting principles. Relevant hands-on villa BD700/- inclusive. Near Al Mahd Day Boarding School at Saar: • Reconcile cash operations. experience in FMCG 1/2BR furnished fat from Elegantly semi furnished Spanish style 5 BR Villa, attached environment is highly BD270/- Tel. 34688786 • Preparation of financial data analysis bathrooms, large living and dining area, office room, • Assist with Audits and VAT. desirable. Good command over English and spoken MANAMA 2 BLDG.- suitable for Staf servant quarters etc. with quality interior. • Implementation of fund structures on accounting system. 19 + 19 fats, attached buildings • Interact directly with senior management. Arabic, Experience in Other features are separate garden, shared swimming handling export customers (38 fats), 2BR, hall, kitchen, FF BD180/- negotiable. Requirements: in the MENA region is pool, parking for two with automatic shutter, security etc. • University Degree in Accounting or Finance with 2-4 years of fund preferred. Age- below GUDAIBIYA- 10 fats Rent: BD 1,000/- per month 2BR, 2 bathrooms, hall, kitchen, accounting experience in reviewing and preparing general ledgers and 45 years. Excellent Contact NO: 36105377, 39299245 presentation, analytical and FF BD320/-; SF250/- all inclusive, financial statements. negotiable + parking. negotiation skills. Pleasant • CPA/CFA/CIMA qualified is highly desirable. and hard-working attitude. RAZ ZUWAID - Near ALBA !"#$#%&' • Knowledge of International GAAP/IFRS Accounting Principles. Ability to work under 2 Roads, 1600Sq.ft Land for sale BD18/- negotiable or rent BD1800/- !"#$%&# '%&()*+# ,-%./# 012# 34,"5# 3/%C# 8%9:/7# • Exceptional analytical skills and aptitude for numbers and accuracy. pressure. Team player and a negotiable. go-getter with inter-personal ;4,<=/#%>#67#?:%7)@%#6A/*=/B#;%*%C%" • Ability to manage time efficiently and effectively, meet deadlines and TUBLI, NEAR BAHRAIN MAP 2"#!D# 87%>,# 03/E5# 74.%>/9# %># F%G# 67# F%:&%)*B# work under pressure. skills. Interested candidates are requested to send their Full Building, 15 fats x approx. ;%*%C%B#,=)>%G7/#@4&#.4C-%*H#/I/.=>)A/#,>%J# 56 rooms, BD5000/-. • Demonstrated Microsoft Office skills. CV’s to: fmcg.recruit.gulf@ %..4CC49%>)4*" • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. gmail.com EKER, NEAR FACTORY 1"#KL./#,-%./,#=-#>4#MNN#O&"#74.%>/9#%>#F%G# WAITER REQUIRED for 18 fats x 3/4BR, 3 bathrooms, 67#F%:&%)*" • Ability to work autonomously but also within a team environment. outside kitchen, BD5500/- fne dining restaurant. Send negotiable. Suitable for Staf. P"#O:4-QKL./# 74.%>/9# %># R%>//@#$/*>&/B#3/%&# Saudi nationals are required for this role and are encouraged to CV WhatsApp 38880707 or 6C/&).%*#;),,)4*#S4,-)>%7B#;%*%C%" apply for this role. 39918998 Call Owner 39677454, QUALIFIED NURSES 33808688, 33009988, 33404786 !"#$%&$'()*+',"+'--.-/012 Send your application to with the subject "Fund Accountant" to required for Home [email protected] Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Nursing. Email: alsalama. [email protected], WhatsApp 37757555 ANALYTICS MANAGER URGENT REQUIREMENT of an experienced and Our client a major institution within the banking sector, has mandated qualifed Offce Supervisor Gulf Connexions to assist them exclusively with their search for a Data who has experience in FOR RENT and Analytics Manager. Reporting to the Head of Finance the offce supervision, emails, successful candidate will be responsible for delivering performance self-correspondence, LEASE • SALE sales, quotes, order follow insight and advice in order to drives outcomes. ups and experience in local Responsibilities: markets, oil companies Made possible by • Determining, implementing and deploying new analytics practices and etc. Candidate must be in procedures. Bahrain and holding valid Star International Real Estate Bahrain driving license. • Develop analytical tools to optimize and improve decision making. Those who are experienced • Ensure a high degree of data quality and accuracy in all results and only send their CV to BAHRAIN INVESTMENT AL-MUQSHA: TWEET TOWER - SEEF: reporting. [email protected] WHARF: 2 bedroom apartment 1 bedroom apartment Built-up area 115 sq.m • Reporting forecasting and insights including modelling support to the REQUIRED Industrial land Built-up area 60 sq.m Plot area: 4,053 sq.m business. EXPERIENCED Price BD 280/- Price BD 450/- Price BD 2,432 Ref: AP700 • Developing financial models and business cases for various projects. Landscape Engineer, Ref: AP583 capable of managing Requirements: projects & maintenance. JUFFAIR: NEST TOWER - SANABIS: THE STORM - JUFFAIR: • CA/CPA/CFA Qualified is a prerequisite. Email: aidafor@batelco. 3 bedroom apartment Studio apartment Studio apartment • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant business discipline is highly regarded. com.bh Built-up area 200 sq.m Built-up area 40 sq.m Built-up area 51 sq.m • 5 years + experience working within a finance and accounting Price BD 550/- Price BD 325/- Price BD 350/- environment preferably within a banking institution. Ref. AP687 Ref. AP696 Ref. AP654 • Strong technical accounting background. • Detailed knowledge of modelling. MARVIDA TOWER: BAHRAIN INVESTMENT TALA ISLAND - AMWAJ: • Display initiative with a demonstrated ability to manage time and 2 bedroom apartment WHARF: 1 bedroom apartment priorities. 3 bathrooms Industrial land Built-up area 70 sq.m Price BD 450/- Plot area: 15,865 sq.m Price BD 450/- • Demonstrated team player with excellent organization, planning and Overseas Property Ref. AP665 Price BD 9,519 Ref. AP716 interpersonal skills.

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Gulf Daily News Sunday, 2nd December 2018 19 Gulf Daily News Sunday, 2nd December 2018 19 WORLD SPORT Call:17299110 / 17293131 Now Online: www.gdnonline.com Rockets beat JANABIYA 4BR Villa, 4 bathrooms, 2 halls, maid room, 2 garages, pool, gym, BD1100/- Tel. 39414180. JUFFAIR FURNISHED fats Spurs to snap for rent- gym, swimming pool, 24hrs. Security. Tel: FOR SALE 34188004 5 BEDROOMS Villa for LEASE • SALE rent at Burhama behind the Italian Embassy. For inquiry, Mob. 66391891 losing streak FLATS IN Muharraq, Made possible by 3BR, 1 bathroom & hall Star International Real Estate near Sahari Studio. Tel. 39266703 JUFFAIR: FLOATING CITY: NASMAH TOWER - NEW SHOP with showcase Building Built-up area 1 bedroom apartment JUFFAIR: in Juffair BD120/- only. Tel. 1,720.8 sq.m Built-up area 69.4 sq.m 2 bedroom apartment 39448805 Plot 956 sq.m Price BD 59,950/- Built-up area 117 sq.m SARAYA SANAD 3BR Price BD 770,000/- Ref. AP725 Price BD 65,000/- villas, semi furnished, Ref. B685 Ref. AP676 BD650/- exclusive, negotiable. Tel. 39883186 THE NEST - SANABIS: SARAYA 1 - SAAR: AMWAJ: LABOUR ACCOMMO- 1 bedroom apartment 3 bedroom apartment 1 bedroom apartment DATION for rent at Sitra for Built-up area 40 sq.m Built-up area 100 sq.m Built-up area 70 sq.m 270 people. Tel: 34188004 Price BD 38,000/- Price BD 65,000/- Price BD 70,000/- STAFF/ LABOUR Ref. AP681 Ref. AP611 Ref. AP721 Accommodation available for rent in Sitra Industrial Area. For more information ABRAJ AL LULU: SEEF: ABRAJ AL LULU: call on 35011745 3 bedroom 2 bedroom apartment 2 bedroom apartment WAREHOUSE/ STORE for Built-up area 168 sq.m Built-up area 100 sq.m Built-up area 121 sq.m rent. Tel: 34188004 Price BD 165,000/- Price BD 75,000/- Price BD 75,000/- Ref.AP245 Ref. AP692 Ref. AP663 SHOP FOR rent 600sqm Jid Ali Road 77, for Banks, Restaurants, Insurance company and showroom. 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Price BD 58,000/- NEG Price BD 105,000/- Price BD 120,000/- snapped a four-game losing that they were able to sit their starters for BD300/- FURNISHED fat, 2 Ref. AP699 Ref. AP730 Ref: VI48 streak by clobbering the rebuilding most of the fnal quarter. Bedroom, 2 bathroom, hall, San Antonio Spurs 136-105 in NBA LaMarcus Aldridge had 20 points and kitchen, swimming pool and action on Friday. DeMar DeRozan added 18 for the Spurs, car parking, inclusive EWA. View our listing in the classifed Contact us for FREE Find-a-Property Services Harden delivered 23 points and 10 who have dropped to 10-12 on the season. 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Amwaj, Beach Access, Wilder, meanwhile, said he was looking for- Elsewhere, Russell West- 5 Bedrooms BD1,500/- ward to getting down to business in the ring on brook flirted with a triple exclusive. Tel: 17001313 Saturday night. double by delivering 23 JUFFAIR 3BR apartment “Talk is cheap,” the American said. “To- points, 10 assists and nine for rent suitable for staff Sunday to Thursday 8.00am – 6.00pm. Saturday 8.00am – 2.00pm morrow is the time. Actions speak louder than rebounds as the Oklahoma accommodation. Tel: words. It’s defnitely the most important fght of City Thunder beat the Atlanta 34188004 my career, but it’s not the most diffcult. Hawks, 124-109. 20 Gulf Daily News Sunday, 2nd December 2018 BAHRAIN SPORT Email: [email protected] Strikers tame Sri Lankans STRIKERS beat Sri Lankan Club by by 98 runs 95 runs in a CBA Division ‘B’ T20 CBA Division ‘C’ T20 League League match. Mumbai Riders 120 all out (Waheed 45; Ibrar 4-18) Batting frst, Strikers reached 189 for sev- lost to bnl Titans 124-3 in 17.5 overs (Zeeshan 44, Qad- en with opener Deepak (36) and Sikdar (45) eer 24, Saleem 22) by 7 wickets. the main scorers while Kasun bagged four Fateh Curtain 131 all out (Nouman 53; Asim 3-15) wickets for Sri Lankan Club. lost to Euro Bahrain 134-3 in 19.3 overs (Rai 54, Faisal In reply, Sri Lankan Club were bowled 30; Asim 2-21) by 7 wickets. out for 94. Sugapathy claimed four wickets LuLu CC 168-7 (Biju 48, Twinkle 34, Nishad 32; while Gopi and Kamran took two wicket Noman 3-41) bt Rebel II 91 all out (Bhavin 22; Ajish each for Strikers. 2-13) by 77 runs. Other results: Bassali Tigers 131-9 (Numair 39, Waleed 28; Shyju Biyas Bahrain Indians 130-9 (Praveen 56; Bharat 3-18) lost to Indian Delights 132-6 in 17.2 overs (Sada- 3-20) bt RKCT 129-9 (Suraj 60; Firoz 4-19) by 1 run kath 43, Jerin 26) by 4 wickets. n Kooheji ... another battle n The preliminary rounds of the 14-and-under BTA Junior Tennis Tourna- Indian Rising Star 141-8 (Prasanth 54; Shakeel 2-2) Young Star 160-7 (Imran 31, Usman 30; Azar 3-26) ment, organised by Bahrain Tennis Academy (BTA), was held at the Dilmun lost to National Guard 145-6 in 16.2 overs (Asif Javed lost to Unique CC 161-6 (Vishnu 34, Sooraj 26; Sohail Club, Saar. Players took part in a round-robin format competition in two 60, Ali 46; Narish 4-23) by 4 wickets 3-26) by 4 wickets Brave fghters groups. At the conclusion of the group stage, eight players (the top four Young Challengers 116-9 (Shahzad 19; Atif 2-15) lost Lantern Z-XI 124 all out (Ajay 40; Shaji 4-10) bt from each group) earned themselves a place in the quarter-fnals and they to Asgharali Bahrain Zalmi 119-1 in 12.5 overs (Atif 62, NDC Bahrain 99-9 (Sam 23; Ajay 2/4) by 25 runs. are Rohan Mukherjee, Anshuman Sonawane, Tristan Manners, Erwin Go- Yousaf 32) by 9 wickets Karnataka Royals 157 all out (Charan 40, Janardhan gear up for dinho, James Blair, Jaber Abdulaal, Matthias Hopman-Ruh and Darion Ali. Public Security Yellow 152 all out (Mohsin 76; Im- 36; Aslan 3-23) bt ACL Red Mountain 111 all out (Syed Above, 14-and-under competitors with the tournament director. ran Gani 4-15) bt 54 all out (Omran Gani 19; Omer 4-6) 32; William 3-28) by 46 runs Saudi clashes KHK MMA fghters will be making a strong presence at the frst-ever global mixed martial arts event to be held in Jeddah. Brave 21 is scheduled to be held on December 28 at the King Abdulla Sports City In- door Sports Hall in Jeddah. Bahrain-based Brave Com- bat Federation’s Marat Mag- omedov, Gadzhimusa Gaziev, Turkey make Ikram Aliskerov, Akhmed Ma- gomedov and Hamza Kooheji are presently training at KHK MMA gym. Currently, Kooheji is the fghter from KHK MMA with the most number of fghts in the organisation. The Bahraini fghter has represented KHK MMA fve times. He also be- comes the frst Bahraini fghter history at BIC to compete in an international mixed martial arts event in Sau- di Arabia “KHK MMA fghters are honoured to compete in Saudi l Guven and Yuloc claim frst-ever Nations Cup Arabia. The initiative to hold the frst international mixed martial arts event in Saudi Ara- bia has a far-reaching impact and we are thankful to Brave founder Shaikh Khalid bin Ha- mad Al Khalifa,” said Kooheji.

n Bankers’ Futsal n The GT Nations Cup winners on the podium. Right, action from the race title showdown set TAMKEEN take on Ahli United TEAM Turkey made history Salih Yuloc steered their Mercedes-AMG Not classifed were Germany, Belgium, 3Y Technology were 9.338s behind, Bank (AUB) in the Cup fnal (7pm) last night becoming the frst-ever win- GT3 to the chequered fag after an eventful Australia and Belarus. with Enzo Guibbert and Gilles Vannelet while defending champions KHCB ners of an FIA GT Nations Cup race as 27 laps around BIC’s brilliantly illuminat- Meanwhile, CMR claimed a fantastic competing in a BMW M4 GT4. clash with Bank of Bahrain and the Bapco Bahrain GT Festival came ed 5.412km desert track. victory under the stars in the frst-ever Sainteloc Junior Team came fourth, Kuwait (BBK) in the League fnal to a spectacular close at Bahrain Inter- After starting from pole, Guven and main race of the GT4 International Cup. Academy Motorsport Ltd were ffth, and (8.15pm) of the Bankers Futsal national Circuit (BIC) in Sakhir. Yuloc claimed frst place, 3.311 seconds Their No 35 Alpine A110 GT4, driven AKKA-ASP Team fnished sixth. Championship, sponsored by Khaleeji Commercial Bank (KHCB), The victory was marked by a dazzling ahead of the runners-up from Team UK, by Pierre Sancinena and Pierre-Alexandre The main race marked the end of the at Al Najma Club in Juffair. freworks display that proved to be a ftting represented by Christopher Buncombe and Jean, cinched the chequered fag after 25 season for the participating GT4 teams. It Tamkeen qualifed for the conclusion to an action-packed weekend Christopher Froggatt driving a Ferrari 488 laps. was the frst-ever GT4 International Cup, fnal defeating Arab Banking of GT racing at its fnest. GT3. which brought together champions from Corporation (ABC) in the frst Also yesterday, CMR won the main Team Denmark duo of Nicklas Nielsen Battle various GT4 series held across the globe round and BBK in the semi- race in the GT4 International Cup, while and Johnny Laursen, who were 4.459s be- After starting the race from way back in and affliated with head organisers SRO fnals while AUB reached to fnal the Bryant pair of Oliver and Grahame hind the winners in their own Ferrari 488 18th position, CMR managed to battle to Motorsports Group. defeating NBB in the last four. competing in a 1964 Shelby Cobra posted GT3, fnished third. the front and eventually claim a well-de- Elsewhere, Oliver and Grahame Bryant The fnals are being held under the patronage of Al Najma Club a fne double in the Bahrain Classic Chal- Russia were classifed fourth, China served win. completed a perfect weekend in the Bah- president Isa Al Qattan and in lenge. ffth and Italy sixth. They fnished the hour-long session with rain Classic Challenge. presence of KHCB CEO Sattam Al The weekend’s events were organised The rest of the fnal classifcation, from a 5.677s gap ahead of Phoenix Racing’s They won Race Two to complete a fan- Gosaibi. by BIC in cooperation with SRO Motor- seventh through 14th, respectively, includ- No 5 Audi R8 LMS GT4, driven by Nico- tastic double after also previously topping Championship director Raed Baba sports Group. ed Hong Kong, Malaysia, Argentina, Thai- laj Moller-Madsen and Milan Dontje and the timesheets in practice and qualifying. thanked KHCB for its sponsorship. The Turkish pair Ayhancan Guven and land, Japan, Mexico, France and Sweden. starting from pole. n Thais hold Malaysia KUALA LUMPUR: The AFF Suzuki Cup semi-fnal between Malaysia and defending champions Thailand remains fnely poised after the two sides played out a 0-0 draw in the frst-leg last night. Malaysia had the better of the match at Bukit Jalil National Stadium but they were unable to turn their possession into goals with Safawi Rasid, Mohamadou Sumareh, and Norshahrul Idlan Talaha missing good openings for the hosts. Five-time champions Thailand defended resolutely throughout and they will look to advance to the fnal n Chief Executive of BIC Shaikh Salman bin Isa Al Khalifa awards the winners of the Bahrain Classic Chalenge. Right, GT$ International Cup winners for a fourth consecutive time. Email: [email protected] WORLD SPORT Gulf Daily News Sunday 2nd December 2018 21 IOC chief ‘will work hard’ to include boxing Battling Pakistan at 2020 Games TOKYO: The Interna- tional Olympic Com- mittee will “work hard” to include boxing in the 2020 Games in Tokyo despite freezing preparations over a governance crisis in the sport, the body’s chief said last night. On Friday, the IOC said it bow to Germany was halting preparations for boxing at the 2020 Games and launched a probe into the BHUBANESWAR, the Germans in the third minute sport’s troubled governing India: Four-time when he kept out Benedikt Furk’s body - the International Boxing champions Pakistan neat defection from Christopher Association (AIBA). produced a lion-hearted Ruhr’s pass. Speaking at a press con- performance yesterday before Pakistan fought valiantly to ference yesterday, IOC pres- going down 0-1 to Olympic keep a clean slate at the half- ident Thomas Bach declined bronze medallist Germany in way mark. But after the change to promise that boxing would their opening Pool ‘D’ match of ends, the match opened up be part of the 2020 games, but of the Men’s Hockey World with both the teams going on said “we will make all efforts Cup. the offensive. It was Germany to protect the athletes as we al- In another match of the same who fnally broke the shackles ways do.” group, Jeroen Hertzberger scored six minutes after the break when He said the IOC had “re- a hat-trick to help last edition sil- Miltkau pushed in Niklas Wel- ceived a request from the na- ver medallist Netherlands spank len’s defection past an onrushing tional boxing federation of a hapless Malaysia 7-0 i Imran Butt. Japan pleading to have an Asian Games silver medallist If the frst=half was a damper Olympic boxing tournament. Malaysia, coached by legend- in terms of attacks, the Pakistanis We’re absolutely in line with ary Dutchman Roelant Oltmans, created bright chances in the last this request,” he added. were expected to produce a fght two quarters. “We want to have one and but the world number four Neth- Pakistan’s frst real chance this is why we will work hard.” erlands turned out to be a much came in the 38th minute when But he said there were ongo- superior opponent. Muhammad Zubair defected ing concerns about AIBA, par- Besides Hertzberger (11th, wide a pass from Ammad Butt. ticularly its head - a controver- 29th, 60th minutes), Mirco The match produced just one sial Uzbek businessman linked Pruijser (21st), Mink van der penalty corner which went to to organised crime by the US Weerden (35th), Robbert Kem- Germany in the 41st minute but Treasury Department. He de- perman and Thierry Brinkman it did not make any difference. nies the claims. (57th) were the other goal scorers n Germany’s Grosse, left, and Pakistan’s Butt fght for the Ball Pakistan next play Malaysia AIBA meanwhile said it was for the three-time champions. minute. The only goal of the match was defending for Pakistan in the frst two on Wednesday while Germany clash “pleased” that the IOC’s execu- It is a creditable result for Pakistan con- scored by Germany’s Marco Miltkau in quarters and they did that stoutly, de- with Netherlands. tive board had “acknowledged” sidering the fact that the nation did not the 36th minute. nying the little chances Germany In the other match, The Dutch, who its progress, despite the virtual- have a great build up to the tournament. With Pakistan in action, it was created in the opening 30 minutes. are eyeing a fourth World Cup, turned ly unprecedented decision by There were doubts over Pakistan’s a highly-anticipated encounter for Germans used both the fanks to out to be too hot for Malaysia to handle the body to freeze progress to participation due to lack of funds and the hockey fans of the city, espe- create opportunities but Pakistan as they toyed with the opposition de- include boxing in 2020. only a last minute sponsorship deal with cially after the neighbour’s inde- meant business and fought val- fence and scored goals at will on a mis- AIBA head Gafur Rakhimov Haier made it possible for them to make cent behaviour during the 2014 iantly to keep a clean slate. erable night for their Asian rival. also rejected the suggestion that the trip. Champions Trophy. Pakistan goalkeeper Imran Butt The Netherlands created chances at his listing by the US Treasury Currently ranked World No 13, Paki- But the crowd behaved in a came to his side’s rescue on two will and if not for the veteran Malay- Department impacted his abili- stan gave a tough fght to the World No mature way, supporting the good occasions, the notable between sian goalkeeper Kumar Subramaniam’s ty to run the organisation. 6 Germans by holding them till the 36th moves of both the teams. It was all about them was the frst chance created by heroics, the margin of defeat could have been bigger for the Asian side. Allegations Subramaniam hardly got any “I can assure the IOC that help from his defenders and the situation with US authori- was forced to make numerous ties based on false allegations saves. by the previous regime of my Smith surges ahead in Gold Coast It was a horrendous display country is being addressed and from the Malaysians in all de- that my legal team is working GOLF COAST, Australia: Defend- Smith, who could become the frst player shots. I’m feeling really confdent and look- partments of the game. There hard to correct this,” the state- ing champion Cameron Smith shot a to successfully defend the title since Robert ing forward to tomorrow. was hardly any co-ordination ment issued late Friday said. fve-under-par 67 on day three of the Allenby in 2001, started off with a par on World number 21 Leishman struggled between their defenders, mid- The IOC’s decision poses lo- Australian PGA Championship on the Gold the frst hole and showed good composure with his short game, and had to wait until felders and forwards, which gistical problems for the organ- Coast yesterday and will take a three-shot to escape a greenside bunker and save par the eighth hole for his frst birdie of the day. helped the Dutch to snatch the isers of the 2020 games, freez- lead into the fnal round. on the second. He turned in 35 and birdied the 10th, but ball whenever they wanted, be- ing all offcial contact between The Australian started the day with a one- dropped a shot on the next hole after landing fore going for the kill. AIBA and 2020 organisers, as shot advantage and turned in a bogey-free Birdies in a fairway bunker. The gap in quality between well as ticket sales, test event round at the Royal Pines Resort for a 14-un- He made gains on the ffth and the ninth Birdies on the 12th and the 17th helped the two sides can be gauged planning and fnalising the der total of 202 after 54 holes to extend his to turn in 34 and added three more birdies him close with a three-under 69, but the by the fact that the Nether- competition schedule. lead over compatriot and World Cup of Golf on the back nine to put himself in the driving 35-year-old knows he has work to do if he is lands had 29 shots at the goal But Tokyo 2020 CEO Toshi- team mate Marc Leishman. seat ahead of today’s fnal round. to have any hope of overtaking Smith. as against Malaysia’s just three. ro Muto said yesterday that American Harold Varner III, the 2016 “The last year I’ve been playing some re- “I need to get off to a pretty good start, not TODAY’S MATCHES while “offcial level contact” champion, was tied for third place on sev- ally good golf,” Smith said. “The last three as in the frst two or three holes, but the frst Pool ‘C’ was halted, working-level con- en-under at the European Tour co-sanctioned days has been some of the best golf I think nine,” he said. “I need to have a good front Canada vs South Africa. India vs tact with AIBA would continue. event, alongside Australia’s Matthew Millar. I’ve played both mentally and pulling off the nine, at least make him think about it. Belgium. “Working level contact is allowed, that’s our understand- ing. So we will liaise, we will keep our collaboration, coordi- Rahm and Stenson share lead nation,” he told reporters after a meeting with the IOC’s execu- BAHAMAS: Jon Rahm shot a late-year schedule since helping “Putting has been really solid tive board in Tokyo. nine-under-par 63 to share Europe to victory at the Ryder Cup these frst couple of days, short “We will make efforts in the lead with Henrik Stenson in September, said his game had game as well, a lot of good up- preparation so that we have at the halfway mark of the Hero been dialled in. and-downs,” he said. “A couple of no delay in responding to the World Challenge on Friday while “I missed one fairway, I believe wishy-washy shots, but all in all, in eventual decision which might Tiger Woods’ round came undone (and) that’s only because they put a good shape.” come to implement the compe- at the last where he avoided a pen- patch of rough in the middle of the Tournament host Woods shot tition (of boxing),” he added. alty for a double hit but still carded fairway on four,” the Spaniard said. 69 to join Reed tied for 14th “Venue preparation will pro- a double-bogey. in the 18-man field, though his ceed accordingly.” Swede Stenson’s 66 saw him Wrong round could have been worse had The IOC’s fnal decision on match Rahm at 10-under 134, one “Didn’t seem like much could go he been penalised for a double-hit whether to include boxing in shot ahead of Americans Dustin wrong. If I’m hitting really solid while trying to get his ball out the 2020 programme is not ex- Johnson and Patrick Cantlay. drives and have short irons in, it’s from under a bush. pected until next June, Muto Patrick Reed went from equal hard not to be aggressive.” The infraction was only evident said. frst to nearly last with a 77 that left Stenson, who picked up three in slow motion replay and under a But he sought to reassure ath- him eight shots back at Albany in points from three matches at the rule introduced last year, there is letes that Tokyo would be ready the Bahamas. Ryder Cup in France, was not quite no penalty unless the double-hit can if the IOC permitted a boxing n Rahm lines up a putt on the 17th green Rahm, who has played a heavy as fawless but still got the job done. be seen in real time. tournament at the Games. 22 Gulf Daily News Sunday, 2nd December 2018 WORLD SPORT Email: [email protected] Bayern move to third with fne victory Ronaldo scores over Bremen BREMEN, Germany: Bayern Munich earned their frst Bundesliga win for a month as Serge Gnabry scored twice in last night’s 2-1 win at Werder Bremen, but the defending champions remained nine points behind in Juventus win leaders Borussia Dortmund. MILAN: Cristiano Bayern’s victory lifted Ronaldo converted them two places in the table a penalty to cap a n Juventus’ to third, but they will drop dominant 3-0 win for Ronaldo scores back to ffth if Eintracht Juventus over Fiorentina last from the penalty Frankfurt earn a ffth night as the Italian champions spot against straight win at home to opened up an 11-point lead on Florentina Wolfsburg on today and RB top of Serie A. Leipzig beat second-placed Ronaldo slotted his 10th goal Moenchengladbach. in 14 league games from the spot Bayern built on their 5-1 after 79 minutes, to add to Rodri- midweek thrashing of Benf- go Bentancur’s opener after half ca in the Champions League, an hour in Tuscany with captain but still lag well behind Dort- Giorgio Chiellini volleying after mund, who won 2-0 at home 69 minutes. against Freiburg. The Portuguese star was sub- “I liked our performance stituted just afterwards for the a lot, my only complaint is frst time this season after receiv- about the chances we didn’t ing a yellow card spending the convert,” said Bayern head last 10 minutes on the bench. coach Niko Kovac. Massimiliano Allegri’s side “We defended too passive- have 40 points from 14 games ly, especially in the 10 min- with second-place Napoli on 29 utes after we took the lead. points before they host Atalanta “It’s good that we now on Monday. have a week to prepare for It was Juventus’ ffth consecu- our next game,” he added tive win in the championship and as Bayern host strugglers 13th in 14 games, as they have Nuremberg next Saturday. won all their away games. The last time Bayern “When you have such talented were so far behind in the players in attack, they don’t need table was in 2010-11, when too many instructions and it’s important Fiorentina captain and Italian interna- nandes’s handball in the area. iser after 24 minutes with Rade Krunic Dortmund won the title, not to limit them,” said Allegri. tional Davide Astori who died suddenly Ronaldo slotted in the resulting penal- blasting in from a distance just before and their bid for a seventh “We just have to get the ball up to last March. ty to go joint top of the Serie A scorers the break. straight Bundesliga crown them.” Juventus threatened in the opening list before being replaced by Federico Empoli dominated the second half is in danger after only their Midtable Fiorentina threatened in the minute with Marco Benassi sending just Bernardeschi after receiving a yellow with the hosts down a man for most of third win in their last nine second-half with Federico Chiesa and wide. card for his goal celebration. the second half after Thiago Cionek was league games. Jordan Veretout but fell to their frst Ronaldo escaped a yellow card for his Earlier, Slovenian winger Jasmin shown a straight red card for bringing Gnabry, who started for home defeat this season. late tackle on Giovanni Simeone before Kurtic scored headers in either half to down Antonino La Gumina. Arjen Robben, put Bayern Stefano Pioli’s team has not won in Juventus took the lead with a solo run rescue a 2-2 draw for 10-man SPAL Kurtic headed in the equaliser on 67 ahead on 20 minutes in Bre- the league for more than two months, from Uruguay international Bentancur. against Empoli. minutes for SPAL’s second point in their men after Joshua Kimmich’s the last time on September 30. Fiorentina fought back but defender Kurtic nodded in the opener for the last fve games, denying new Empoli chip into the area shortly af- Juventus dominated the game be- Chiellini doubled the visitors account side from Ferrara after fve minutes. coach Giuseppe Iachini a third consec- ter the visitors had a penalty fore which tributes were paid to former with a penalty after Edmilson Fer- Francesco Caputo grabbed the equal- utive win. appeal turned down.

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PREMIER LEAGUE CHAMPIONSHIP French Lique 1 BASKETBALL Crystal Palace 2 Burnley 0 Sheff United 0 Leeds 1 Lille Losc 2 Lyon 2 NBA games on Friday (home team in CAPS): (McArthur 16, Townsend 77) Birmingham 3 Preston 0 Monaco 1 Montpellier 2 BOSTON 128 Cleveland 95 Huddersfeld 1 Brighton 2 Blackburn 4 Sheffeld Wed 2 Angers 1 Caen 1 Utah 119 CHARLOTTE 111 Bolton 1 Wigan 1 (Jorgensen 1) (Duffy 45+4, Andone 69) Guingamp 0 Nice 0 DETROIT 107 Chicago 88 Derby 2 Swansea 1 PHILADELPHIA 123 Washington 98 Leicester 2 Watford 0 Nimes 3 Amiens 0 Middlesbrough 0 Aston Villa Memphis 131 BROOKLYN 125 (Vardy 12-pen, Maddison 23) Norwich 3 Rotherham 1 (Overtime) Man City 3 Bournemouth 1 German Bundesliga Nott Forest 2 Ipswich 0 MIAMI 106 New Orleans 101 (B Silva 16, Sterling 57, Gundogan 79) (Wilson 44) QPR 2 Hull 3 Borussia Dortmund 2 Freiburg 0 OKLAHOMA CITY 124 Atlanta 109 Newcastle 0 West Ham 3 Reading 2 Stoke 2 VfB Stuttgart 1 Augsburg 0 Houston 136 SAN ANTONIO 105 (Hernandez 11, 63, Anderson 90+3) TODAY: Bristol City v Millwall. Werder Bremen 1 Bayern Munich 2 Orlando 99 PHOENIX 85 Southampton 2 Man United 2 ON MONDAY: West Brom Albion v Brentford Hanover 96 0 Hertha Berlin 2 LA LAKERS 114 Dallas 103 Hoffenheim 1 Schalke 1 Denver 113 PORTLAND 112 P W D L F A Pts P W D L F A Pts Man City 14 12 2 0 43 6 38 Norwich 20 12 4 4 35 22 40 GOLF Leeds 20 11 6 3 33 17 39 Liverpool 13 10 3 0 26 5 33 Italian Serie A Hero World Challenge at Albany Golf Club on Middlesbrough 20 9 8 3 22 13 35 Tottenham 13 10 0 3 23 11 30 Friday (US unless stated, par-72): West Bromwich 19 10 4 5 41 27 34 SPAL 2 Empoli 2 Chelsea 13 8 4 1 28 11 28 134 - Jon Rahm (ESP) 71-63, Henrik Stenson (SWE) Nottm Forest 20 8 10 2 32 21 34 (Kurtic 5, 67) (Caputo 24, Krunic 43) Arsenal 13 8 3 2 28 16 27 68-66 Sheff Utd 20 10 4 6 32 24 34 Fiorentina 0 Juventus 3 Everton 13 6 4 3 20 15 22 135 - Dustin Johnson 68-67, Patrick Cantlay 65-70 Derby 20 10 4 6 30 24 34 (Bentancur 31, Chiellini 69, Ronaldo 79-pen) Man Utd 14 6 4 4 22 23 22 136 - Tony Finau 72-64 Aston Villa 20 8 7 5 39 30 31 Sampdoria *3 Bologna 1 Leicester 14 6 3 5 20 17 21 138 - Gary Woodland 72-66, Alex Noren (SWE) Birmingham 20 7 9 4 30 24 30 Bournemouth 14 6 2 6 23 21 20 Blackburn 20 7 8 5 26 30 29 (* denotes half-time score) 69-69 Watford 14 6 2 6 17 19 20 139 - Rickie Fowler 72-67 QPR 20 8 4 8 24 29 28 Scottish Premiership Brighton 14 5 3 6 16 20 18 Stoke 20 6 9 5 25 25 27 140 - Keegan Bradley 71-69, Justin Rose (ENG) 70- Kilmarnock 3 Hibernian 0 Wolverhampton 14 4 4 6 13 17 16 Swansea 20 7 5 8 22 21 26 70, Justin Thomas 70-70 (Brophy 6, 34-pen, Stewart 90) West Ham 14 4 3 7 17 22 15 Bristol City 19 7 4 8 23 23 25 Crystal Palace 14 3 3 8 10 17 12 Wigan 20 7 4 9 23 28 25 Livingston 2 Motherwell 0 ICE HOCKEY Newcastle 14 3 3 8 11 19 12 Sheff Wed 20 6 5 9 25 36 23 St Mirren 1 Hamilton 3 NHL games on Friday (home team in CAPS): Cardiff 14 3 2 9 13 27 11 Preston 20 5 7 8 31 35 22 Today: Hearts v Rangers FLORIDA 3 Buffalo 2 Huddersfeld 14 2 4 8 9 24 10 Brentford 19 5 6 8 30 28 21 (Overtime) Southampton 14 1 6 7 12 26 9 Hull 20 5 5 10 19 28 20 Spanish La Liga WASHINGTON 6 New Jersey 3 Burnley 14 2 3 9 13 29 9 Rotherham 20 4 8 8 19 30 20 Celta Vigo 2 Huesca 0 Anaheim 2 CAROLINA 1 Fulham 13 2 2 9 14 33 8 Reading 20 4 6 10 26 32 18 Real Valladolid 2 Leganes 4 (Overtime) St Louis 3 COLORADO 2 Bolton 20 4 6 10 13 26 18 Getafe 3 Espanyol 0 Millwall 19 4 5 10 23 32 17 (Overtime) TODAY: Chelsea v Fulham (3pm); Arsenal v Tot- Real Madrid *1 Valencia 0 tenham (5.05pm); Liverpool v Everton (7.15pm) Ipswich 20 1 8 11 17 35 11 (* denotes half-time score) CALGARY 4 Los Angeles 1 Email: [email protected] WORLD SPORT Gulf Daily News Sunday, 2nd December 2018 23

n India’s Vijay hits a shot against the Shaheen set CA XI Murali slams stylish ton to make his SYDNEY: Murali Vijay hit a stylish The four-day match at the Sydney Crick- century yesterday to strengthen his et Ground was India’s last hit out before the bid to open the batting in the frst Test Test and it ended in a draw after the CA XI Test debut against Australia, after India’s rusty bowlers made a mammoth 544 in reply to the visi- struggled against a young CA XI. tor’s frst innings 358. The veteran was dropped after the sec- The big total from the home batsmen was for Pakistan ond Test against England this year, but has a reality check for India’s bowlers, who fought his way back into contention through failed to impress. ABU DHABI: Teenage a spell with Essex. Pacemen Umesh Yadav (1-113) and Is- pace sensation Shaheen And with a nasty ligament injury on Fri- hant Sharma (1-73), and chief spinner Rav- Afridi is all set to cap his day ruling young opener Prithvi Shaw out of ichandran Ashwin (2-122) were all expen- meteoric rise with a Test debut the Adelaide Test next week, he grabbed his sive, but they at least got plenty of valuable for Pakistan in the third match chance with both hands, smashing 16 fours practice. against New Zealand in Abu and fve sixes in compiling 129. Little-known Harry Nielsen was a Dhabi starting tomorrow. KL Rahul, who is expected to face the thorn in their side, coming in at number A shoulder injury to medium new ball in Adelaide alongside either Vijay, six to hit exactly 100. It took skipper and pacer Mohammad Abbas in the Shikhar Dhawan, or even uncapped Mayank very occasional bowler Virat Kohli to second Test in Dubai has paved Agarwal, made 62 in their 212 for two total. dismiss him. way for Shaheen to make his mark in the last act of a gripping series which stands at 1-1. “If I get a chance I will do my best,” Shaheen told AFP yester- day. “I always had belief in my ability and in my hard work al- though I didn’t expect my chance will come in Tests so early.” The 18-year-old left-arm quick made his mark in a domes- tic match in September last year, Bangladeshis in claiming eight wickets for just 39 runs in a Quaid-e-Azam Trophy game, the best fgures by a Paki- stan bowler on frst-class debut. The cricket world took notice of the 1.98 metre tall bowler who could hit the 90 miles per hour mark with the ball. Within 15 months he is already being com- pared to Australian pace spear- head Mitchell Starc and legend- total command ary Pakistan paceman Wasim n Riyadh plays a DHAKA: Bangladesh spinners took a SCOREBOARD Akram. shot during his frm grip on the second Test against His rise to the Pakistan team century knock West Indies after Mahmudullah Riyad Bangladesh (1st innings, overnight 259-5): began at home in Landi Kotal, struck a career best 136 to guide the hosts to Shakib c Hope b Roach 80 a town in the Khyber District, 508 in the frst innings in Dhaka yesterday. M Riyad b Warrican 136 close to the border with Afghan- Mehidy Hasan and Shakib Al Hasan shared L Das b Brathwaite 54 istan, where his elder brother fve wickets between them as West Indies were M Hasan c Dowrich b Warrican 18 Riaz who played one Test for Pa- reduced to 75 for fve at stumps on the the sec- T Islam c Dowrich b Brathwaite 26 kistan, gave him his frst bowling ond day, trailing the hosts by 433 runs in the frst N Hasan not out 12 lessons. innings. Extras (b2, lb8, w1, nb 4) 15 All fve West Indies batsmen were clean Total (all out; 154 overs) 508 Model bowled - only the third time in cricket history and Fall of wickets: 1-42, 2-87, 3-151, 4-161, 5-190, “My brother was my role the frst time by spinners as Mehidy fnished with 6-301, 7-393, 8-416, 9-472. model who taught me how to three for 36 and Shakib two for 15. Bowling: Roach 25-4-61-2 (nb1), Lewis 20-2-69- bowl and how to approach crick- Shakib struck in the very frst over when 1 (w1), Chase 28-0-111-1 Warrican 38-5-91-2, et with a positive frame of mind,” he fummoxed West Indies skipper Kraigg Bishoo 28-1-109-2 (nb3), Brathwaite 15-0-57-2 said Shaheen. “I owe my success Brathwaite with inward delivery and Kieran West Indies (1st innings): to him.” Powell (four), Sunil Ambris (seven), Roston K Brathwaite b Shakib 0 Riaz also taught his brother a Chase (zero) and Shai Hope (10) followed him in K Powell b Mehidy 4 few shots to the extent that he is quick succession. S Hope b Mehidy 10 considered a handy hard-hitting Shimron Hetmyer (32 not out) and Shane S Ambris b Shakib 7 all-rounder. Dowrich (17 not out) stemmed the rot to survive R Chase b Mehidy 0 Since his impressive frst-class the day. Hetmyer was given out off rookie spin- S Hetmyer not out 32 debut, Shaheen has continued to ner Nayeem Hasan on 10, but the decision was S Dowrich not out 17 attract attention, fnishing with overturned by television replay. Extras (b4, lb1) 5 12 wickets at the ICC Under-19 The West Indies innings were in complete con- Total (5 wkts; 24 overs) 75 World Cup in New Zealand this trast to those of Bangladesh, which saw Shakib Fall of wickets: 1-0, 2-6, 3-17, 4-20, 5-29. year and then grabbing a fve (80), Shadman Islam (76) and Liton Das (54) Bowling: Shakib 9-3-15-2, Mehidy 10-1-36-3, Nay- wicket haul in a Pakistan Super making useful contribution along with Mahmud- eem 3-0-9-0, Taijul 1-0-10-0, Mahmudullah 1-1-0-0 League match. ullah. Shaheen graduated to Paki- Resuming on 259 for fve, Bangladesh’s in- Shakib for the sixth wicket, 92-run with Liton stan colours in the home Twen- nings revolved around Mahmudullah, who faced Das for the seventh and 56 with Taijul Islam (36) ty20 series against the West In- 242 balls and struck 10 fours in his third Test cen- for the ninth. dies in March, but real success tury, on the second day. Shakib, who resumed on 55 overnight, added came against New Zealand in Mahmudullah helped Bangladesh build on 25 to his overnight score before he gave a catch last month’s one-day series in their overnight score putting on a 111-run with to Hope at gully off Kemar Roach. which he claimed back-to-back Mahmudullah and Liton maintained the four wicket hauls and fnished as pressure, helping the home side add 128 runs in man-of-the-series. 25 overs of the morning session. Just like Wasim Akram, Sha- Tamim back from injury for ODIs Liton - who was making a comeback to the heen has also played just three side after being dropped in the frst Test - hit frst class matches before his frst Chase a six and a four in one over to bring a Test. DHAKA: Opening batsman The three-match ODI series will quickfre ffty off just 50 balls. “Test cricket is the ultimate so Tamim Iqbal is set to make a be held from December 9 to 14 in Liton, who struck eight fours and a six in his matching the great Wasim’s feat comeback to the Bangladesh Dhaka and Sylhet. fourth Test ffty, fell after the lunch break when will motivate me a lot and just squad for the upcoming one-day Bangladeshi selectors yesterday he attempted a reverse sweep off Brathwaite like I do in limited over match- international series against the included Tamim in a Bangladesh and missed the line to get bowled. es, I will try to take wickets for West Indies, an offcial said last Cricket Board XI squad for a my team to win the series,” said night. warm-up match against the visi- Dismissed Shaheen. Tamim has not played since tors in Dhaka on Thursday. Jomel Warrican dismissed next batsman Me- After his early form last month injuring his wrist during the Asia hidy Hasan, but Taijul and Mahmudullah frus- Pakistan’s selection committee, Cup opener against Sri Lanka in Lead trated West Indies to take their score close to headed by Inzamam-ul-Haq, the UAE in September. Bangladesh ODI skipper 500-run mark. named Shaheen in the Test squad He was expected to return to the Mashrafe Mortaza will lead the Mahmudullah faced 29 balls in nervous for the New Zealand series with side during the ongoing two-Test BCB team in the game. nineties before he cut Chase for four to bring a view to developing him rather series against the West Indies but “We included Mashrafe and his hundred. than playing him. a rib injury in a recent training Tamim in the practice match Warrican bowled Mahmudullah to wrap-up But Shaheen pressed his session delayed his comeback. squad as we felt they need some the Bangladesh innings and fnish with two claims further when he took “He has been cleared by the match practice before the series,” for 91, while Roach, Devendra Bishoo and seven wickets - fve of them physio to play the ODIs. We are Minhajul said. Brathwaite also claimed two wickets each. clean bowled - in Pakistan ‘A’s expecting him to play from the West Indies are currently trail- Bangladesh are leading the two-Test series win over England Lions in their start of the series,” said chief selec- ing Bangladesh by 0-1 in the Test 1-0 thanks to their 64-run win in the frst Test four-day match in Abu Dhabi last tor Minhajul Abedin. series. n Tamim ... back in action in Chittagong. month. 24 Gulf Daily News Sunday, 2nd December 2018 Force India becomes Racing Point F1

LONDON: The Force India name The team, who became Force India in 2008 funct Sahara Force India co-owned by Mallya will disappear from Formula One next season, after Indian beer baron Vijay Mallya bought and India’s Sahara Group. after 11 years of competition, with the Brit- Spyker F1, were taken over in August by Ca- The team’s 2019 drivers will be Mexican ish-based team entered as Racing Point F1 on nadian billionaire Lawrence Stroll after going Sergio Perez and Stroll’s son Lance. a list published by the governing FIA on Friday. into administration. Ferrari’s offcial team name also changes to The chassis name was listed as Racing They then competed in the second part of Scuderia Ferrari Mission Winnow and Haas Point, with the company name Racing Point the 2018 season as a new Racing Point Force becomes Rich Energy Haas F1 team to refect UK Limited. India team to distinguish them from the de- sponsorship arrangements. River Plate reject Madrid venue for Copa fnal n BUENOS AIRES: The troubled stones and bottles as it approached the that moving the game to Madrid “ad- of the Libertadores in 2015 after Riv- Lyon rally to Copa Libertadores fnal between ground. versely affects those who bought tickets er players were attacked with pepper Argentina’s two biggest clubs ran Several players were hit by shattered and also upsets the idea of equal condi- spray by fans at half-time during the draw with Lille into more problems last last night glass and some were affected by tear gas tions by taking away home advantage”. second-leg of a knockout tie at the Bom- PARIS: Olympique Lyon fought when River Plate said they rejected the de- used by police to break up the attack. However, River did not say what ac- bonera stadium. Boca say they want the back from 2-0 down at half-time to draw 2-2 with Lille in an exciting cision to face Boca Juniors in Madrid in the The match was rescheduled for the fol- tion they would take if Conmebol stood same standards to apply to River. game yesterday and remain second postponed second-leg. lowing day but was again postponed, hours by its decision. River said the attack on the bus hap- in the Ligue 1 standings. In the latest twist to the saga, River, before kickoff. The frst-leg in Boca’s sta- Fined pened outside the area which was con- Lille were unbeaten in seven home the home team, said it was “incom- dium had ended 2-2 one week earlier. sidered the club’s responsibility. games this season in France’s top prehensible” that the fxture should be On Thursday, amid reports that the River have been fned $400,000 for “The responsibility for the failure of tier and that streak never looked played outside Argentina, although the fxture could be played in Qatar, the the incidents and ordered to play their the security operation was openly ac- in doubt after a fne frst-half club stopped short of saying they would South American Football Confederation next two home matches in South Amer- cepted by the highest authorities of the performance. refuse to play. Conmebol announced the decision to ican club competition behind closed state,” it said. Loic Remy put them ahead after The hugely-anticipated match at River move the game to Real Madrid’s Bern- doors. However, Boca have said they “It’s incomprehensible that the most 17 minutes when he got on the end Plate’s Monumental stadium in Buenos abeu stadium on December 9. will appeal against the decision which important fxture in Argentine football of a cross from Mehmet Celik to Aires was called off on November 24 af- “River Plate reject the change of ven- they consider too lenient. cannot take place in the country which score his frst league goal in six ter the Boca team bus was attacked with ue,” the club said in a statement, adding Boca themselves were thrown out is hosting the G20. years. Remy was also involved 11 minutes later when he provided the assist for Nicolas Pepe to make it 2-0. However, Lyon, who started the day a point and two places above the home side, extended their unbeaten league run to nine games with a gritty comeback. n Barbarians win TWICKENHAM, UK: South African Elton Jantjies dropped a goal STERLING late in the match to add the fnal polish to a remarkable comeback by the Barbarians in beating Argentina 38-35 at Twickenham last night. The match provided early seasonal pantomime knockabout fare in typically crowd-pleasing Barbarians style. Their last foray at RFU headquarters had added to England and Eddie Jones’s post Six Nations depression STARS IN when a Chris Ashton hat-trick contributed to a 63-45 humbling. n City’s Ster- The Barbarians’ invitational ling celebrates team has been playing national scoring his sides on a regular basis since 1948. team’s second This time there was a pre- goal against ponderance of South Africans in Bournemouth the line-up -- which was coached by Springboks handler Rassie Erasmus -- and for a while the Barbarians looked to be heading CITY WIN for heavy defeat. n Chinese duo banned l United survive Saints’ scare LONDON: Chinese snooker players Yu Delu and Cao Yupeng have been banned from the sport for match-fxing with the former being given the longest suspension LONDON: Manchester Guardiola left City’s record goal-scor- move involving Bernardo Silva and free-kick 20 yards from goal and curled since English player Stephen Lee City moved fve points er Sergio Aguero out of the squad, Sane in the 79th minute. a superb effort over the United wall and received a 12-year ban in 2013. clear at the top of the but even the Argentine star’s absence While City remain the team to beat, into the top corner of De Gea’s net. An independent tribunal ruled Yu, Premier League as Raheem couldn’t halt the champions’ momen- their rivals United remain in turmoil af- Romelu Lukaku gave United a life- 31, will be out of the sport for 10 Sterling inspired a 3-1 win over tum. ter their winless league run extended to line when he slotted home from Rash- years and nine months after being Bournemouth, while Manchester City had scored 40 goals in their three games. ford’s pass in the 33rd minute as the found guilty of manipulating the United’s problems mounted as they previous 13 league games and it took Jose Mourinho’s side desperately Belgian striker grabbed his frst goal in outcome of fve matches over a escaped with a 2-2 draw at lowly them just 16 minutes to shatter Bour- needed a victory at St Mary’s to stay in 13 games. two-and-a-half-year period. Southampton last night. nemouth’s resistance as Bernardo Silva the hunt for a top four fnish, but they United suddenly had a spring in their Cao, 28, has been banned for Pep Guardiola’s side racked up their bagged his second goal of the season. ended up relieved to avoid defeat after step and Ander Herrera equalised in the six years although three-and-a- half years of his punishment are sixth successive league win thanks to Leroy Sane’s shot was saved by As- falling two goals behind against third 39th minute when he met Rashford’s suspended because he expressed a second-half surge after Bournemouth mir Begovic, but Silva was on hand to bottom Saints. low cross with a clever back-heeled ef- “true remorse”. He was found to shocked the Etihad Stadium. tap into the empty net. Wriggled fort from close-range. have fxed three different matches. City hold a signifcant lead over sec- City were stunned in the 44th min- But seventh-placed United reverted Such is the burgeoning popularity ond placed Liverpool, but they can close ute when Callum Wilson headed Bour- Nathan Redmond wriggled beyond to their spluttering form after the inter- of cue sports in China that a 4,000- the gap back to two points if they beat nemouth’s equaliser from a Simon Fran- four statuesque defenders on the edge of val and they are now six points adrift seat arena is being built in Yushan Everton in the Merseyside derby at An- cis cross. the penalty area before fnding Michael of fourth-placed Chelsea, who would County in central China. feld today. But the leaders restored order in the Obafemi, who teed up Stuart Armstrong increase that gap if they beat Fulham “A good win, after the Champions 57th minute as Sterling continued his for a ferce drive that fashed past David today. League it is always tough. People think mastery of Eddie Howe’s team. de Gea. Crystal Palace ended their eight-game it’s easy for us but that is not the truth, Sterling netted from close-range after Mourinho sat stern-faced on the winless league run with a 2-0 success so I like to win in this way,” Guardiola Begovic spilled Danilo’s shot, making bench as Southampton celebrated and against fellow strugglers Burnley. said. it eight goals in six league appearances his expression was even more vexed Brighton conceded the fastest goal It was a landmark moment for former against Bournemouth for the City wing- eight minutes later as Marcus Rash- in the Premier League this season, but Barcelona and Bayern Munich boss Guardi- er. ford’s needless foul on Mario Lemina Chris Hughton’s team recovered to win ola, who said: “My 400th win as a manager? Ilkay Gundogan put the result beyond led to Southampton’s second. 2-1 at 10-man Huddersfeld. I didn’t know that. 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