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JGHS Graduation By Christopher Tobutt

“The World Awaits” was the apt theme for this year’s John Gray High School Graduation Ceremony. It was a land- mark graduation for the school, with better exam results than ever before. Many dignitaries were present, includ- ing His Excellency the Governor, Martyn Roper, Hon Tara Rivers, and Hon Juliana O’ Connor Connolly, had come to help them celebrate. High School Principal, Jonathan Clark, said: “Class of 2019, you achieved great things. You have achieved our best re- sults ever. Before me I see 162 gradu- ates. 76 students that will receive Level 1 diplomas, 87 students with Level II diplomas and higher; including 78 with Level II honours, from which 27 have achieved high honours. I think that de- serves a round of applause. “You should all be very proud of the individual academic journeys you have had,” Mr. Clark continued. “You need a positive attitude to learning and a growth mindset, so Class of 2019 I would also like to add ‘resilience,’ or ‘grit. You have had to deal with many INSIDE challenges. Run towards adversity, not THIS ISSUE away from it. These things build your character, and you, as students of Cay-  EDITORIAL — A2 man and john Gray High School, have the character of resilience to achieve all you dream of. “Be a person that lives for those around them; that creates their own destiny and be someone who is known,  Aaron Faulknor received the Award for Excellence in Business Studies, from Hon. Tara ... Continued story on page A3 Rivers Lions Club shines Key concerns the spotlight on outstanding on Be prepared! Prostate Cancer the proposed  LOCAL NEWS — P14 Prevention is better than cure. (Prostate & Colon Cancer Event), the That was the message from the Li- 8th Annual Delano Hislop Memorial Cruise Berthing ons Club of Grand Cayman as they re- Journey for Life Walk / Run. cently hosted an educational seminar Mr. Hislop was a vibrant member of on Prostate, Colon and Testicular Can- the Club who passed away from Pros- Facility cers at the Seafarers Association Hall, tate Cancer. The event is held in his George Town. honour annually. Proceeds from the As our Islands approach the first The event also served as the formal people-initiated referendum, critical launch of the Club’s annual PACCE ... Continued story on page A6 data voters need to make a truly in- formed decision on the Cruise Berth- ing Facility, has still not been made public. The Government should re- lease any undisclosed information that they do hold immediately, and Miller Urges Government to Act on the referendum date should be sched- Boating Safety uled to allow for the completion of and public consultation on the updat- ed Environmental Impact Assessment  HURRICANE WATCH — B2 (“EIA”) and updated Final Business Case reports, to allow our citizens to make a fully informed decision on this matter of national importance. This letter forms Part 2 of a 3-part let- ter which seeks to highlight some, but

project.not all, of Information the numerous has signi�icantbeen obtained and byunquanti�ied CPR from riskspublicly associated available with reports this found on the websites for the Depart- ment of Tourism www.supportourtour- ism.com and Department of Environ-  Seafarers Association President Denniston Tibbetts gets a check-up at the Lions Club ment www.doe.ky. Hurricane Threat Grows For of Grand Cayman as they recently hosted an educational seminar on Prostate, Colon and Testicular Cancers at the Seafarers Association Hall Southeast U.S. ... Continued story on page A2 EDITORIAL | COMMUNITY NOTICE | COMMUNITY VOICE PAGE A2 Friday, August 30, 2019 | Issue No 421 C�������� T����

EDITORIAL COMMUNITY VOICE Be prepared! Letter to the Editor: It’s that time of year when we Kudos to the RCIPS pay more attention to what’s brewing in the Atlantic and Carib- It was pleasing to hear of the RCIPS' be monitoring traffic around school bean regions. Day Of Action on Thursday August 15th. zones to promote and ensure student Forecasters have predicted a Judging by the abundance of acci- safety. near-normal Atlantic hurricane dents, many due to reckless driving Thanks to the RCIPS officers who season this year with, the respect- habits, I would suggest that there con- go out of their way to perform their ed group from Colorado State Uni- tinues to be further checks solely target- duties. This includes HR Officer, Ms. versity indicating it is likely that ing the roads. Aaliyah Johnson, who was featured in there will be 12 named storms While I know these blitzes require the 21st August edition of your news- additional RCIPS staff being out of of- paper. are expected to be major. This augurs well for the future as the withAlthough �ive hurricanes, we have two been of whichfortu- problems are being dealt with. RCIPS continues to develop its staff. nate enough to be spared nature’s �ice,I amthe publicalso awareneeds tothat know as that schools these Sincerely, wrath in recent years, we ought not As the Minister responsible for Home begin to open, the RCIPS will again Nyda Flatley  to let our guards down. All it takes is Affairs, I therefore urge all residents to one storm to change our fortunes. We not only evaluate your family and busi- just need to remember the catastroph- ness plans, but also identify how you ic damage that Irma and Maria left in can help to prepare your community Key concerns outstanding their wake across the region a couple and assist in the event that a hazard of years ago. strikes. As the hurricane season begins, we In addition to ensuring that your on the proposed Cruise ought to have our plans in place. Home family’s hurricane supplies are well Affairs Minister Tara Rivers offered the stocked, you can enhance your family’s following advice in her address to mark level of preparedness by taking small Berthing Facility (CBF). National Preparedness Day on May 20th: steps, such as discussing your personal “The primary purpose of observing plans with all family members so that the National Day of Preparedness is to everyone knows what to do and what to Part 2 highlight the importance of being ready expect; installing carbon monoxide de- for the upcoming hurricane season and tectors; reviewing your home and busi- ... Continued story from page A1 and Mexico on a cruise itinerary. With other natural disasters. The day is ob- ness insurance coverage to ensure that cruises departing on a weekend from served on a public holiday, Discovery your premiums are up to date and start- 1. Jobs the southern US states for both clock- Day, so that all residents can have the ing your own emergency savings fund.” 1.1. Cruise industry jobs provide av- wise and anti-clockwise tours most opportunity to review their respective Let her words be a guide that we erage monthly income of US$1,662 ships arrive on a Wednesday or Thurs- family plans and identify anything that should not wait until the threat of a (BREA report). How will (1) Short term day. The Minister of Tourism indicated requires attention, to ensure the highest storm is imminent to start thinking construction jobs and (2) more of the we would not receive an increase in level of personal preparedness. about how we plan to stay safe should same cruise industry jobs, regardless passengers per year, rather the cruise Like many countries, the Cayman the need arise. Let’s also think about of the number, help Caymanians obtain schedule will smooth out over the year. Islands are vulnerable to a variety of the vulnerable among us: the elderly (1) Will the cruise lines re-schedule natural hazards including hurricanes, and disabled in our communities, as of living? their itineraries and departure days just earthquakes, tsunamis and �loods. With well as anyone else who may need help �inancial1.2. The security EIA (Baird for aReport) decent estimatesstandard to avoid Wednesday or Thursday being the beginning of hurricane season swift- if a hurricane is about to strike. direct losses of USD $9 -10.5 million Cayman’s busiest days? (2) Will cruise ly approaching on June 1st, it is especial- Let’s hope we don’t have to worry per year of revenue and associated lines stop repositioning their ships to ly important that residents are prepared about storms this year, but if we do, jobs from the loss of the harbour reefs Europe and other northern routes dur- because planning ahead can save lives! let’s ensure we are prepared.  including 2 historical shipwrecks, the ing the summer months to make sure Balboa (directly) and Cali (indirectly). that Cayman gets passengers instead? What is the net number of jobs after 3. Coral and historic shipwreck relo- water sports businesses can no longer cation operate in GT Harbour, and restaurants “Coral relocation” or “Translocation” have closed from noise pollution during for GT Harbour merely includes taking COMMUNITY NOTICE construction? live coral from the surface of ancient 2. Carrying Capacity marine structures. This complex hab- 2.1. Cruise Vs Stayover constraints itat, with formations reaching up to With only 76 square miles, Grand 3-4m in height off the seabed are the Offi cial Funeral Planned Cayman’s infrastructure and natural en- foundation for beautiful tunnel swim- vironment cannot handle mass cruise throughs for divers and provides shel- tourism which displaces overnight tour- ter for juvenile species of marine life, for John Bonwell, ists as well as local residents from our making it an integral part of the marine most desirable locations. In 2018 both ecosystem. Successful translocation is a record-breaking 1.9 million (https:// McLean, OBE, JP www.visitcaymanislands.com/en-us/ to predict environmental factors, in- statistics/cruise-arrivals/cruise-arriv- cludinghugely dependent increased onsusceptibility uncertain, dif�icult to dis- The Union Flag and Cayman Islands als-by-monthcruise-arrivals-by-month) ease. According to the EIA attempting to cruise passengers arrived by tender relocate 12 acres of coral colony could ment buildings yesterday (Monday, 26 and stayover visitors reached 463,000 cost USD$12million – USD$87.4million, AugustFlag �lew 2019) at half-mast to mourn on the all death govern- of (https://www.visitcaymanislands.com/ with no guarantee of success, and will former legislator John McLean. en-us/statistics/visitor-arrivals/air-ar- not re-create the three-dimensional na- Mr McLean, who died over the week- rivals-by-month). The Department of ture of the current environment. How end, spent twenty-four years as the Tourism (PWC Outline Business Case, can the cost of coral and shipwreck relo- Member of the Legislative Assembly Appendix D Pg 7) gave a limit of 2.1mil- cation be included in the Option 2 USD$ for the district of East End. lion cruise passengers “to maintain the 196M cost when additional research During that time he served three delicate equilibrium between cruise and needs to be performed? four-year terms as the Member of Ex- overnight tourism”. What is the project- Part 3 will examine infrastructure im- ecutive Council with responsibility for ed or committed passenger increase agriculture and subject areas such as with the cruise port? A comprehensive It is also important to emphasise the communications and works. This po- assessment of Cayman’s carrying capac- referendumpacts and �inancing question model chosen concerns. by Cabi- sition is equivalent to what is known ity needs to be undertaken for long-term today as Cabinet Minister. planning and identifying tourism caps, wording and be clear, easy for voters to which many popular travel destinations understandnet should re�lectand ensures the original fairness petition and are being forced to implement. objectivity. tailsFlags of whichwill �ly will at half-mast be shared again with from the 2.2. Cruise-ship itinerary re-routing Linda Clark, FCCA, MSc Marine Envi- publictwo days once before available. his of�icial  funeral de-  John Bonwell, McLean JP, OBE Cayman’s geographical location plac- ronmental Management es us ideally as a stop between Jamaica On behalf of CPR Cayman 

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 Cameron Gilson received a Music Award from Glen Inan-  Daniel Gray received a Food Nutrition and Health Award  Lovella Anderson received the Leisure and Tourism ga, along with awards for Math and IT from Christopher Kirkconnell Award from Hon. Tara Rivers JGHS Graduation – “The World Awaits” ... Continued story from page A1 There was a special presenta- wherever they travel the world, for their very special teacher, Ms. Jane Kel- Cayman Kindness. You have shown dis- ly,tion for of her a bouquet many years’ of �lowers dedication for a cipline, achieved excellence, and we are to teaching at John Gray, before the evening’s keynote speaker, Mr. power, before you is endless possibility. Elroy Bryan, a previous graduate Godvery Blessproud you. of you. The Behind world awaits.” you is in�inite from John Gray, took to the podi- um: “People don’t care how much you know, till they know how much you care,” he began, before relating a story about his two-year-old girl, climbing a ladder: “Half way up she paused and said something I have never heard her say before: ‘Dad- dy, I can’t do it.’ I quickly respond- ed back: ‘yes you can.’It amazed me how early doubt in oneself and fear of failure can set in. “What are the things that you’re Aspiring to be? What are the things that motivate you? It feels  Time for the Graduates to switch sides of their tassels, signifying graduation like yesterday when I was walking the corridors of John Gray, hanging out in school where you can have second ating class tonight cannot be whatever with friends and enjoying life before the and third chances. they set their minds to be,” he said. world with all its responsibilities and “If I can be standing before you tonight The graduates each came forward to demands. Let me tell you now that the as the Acting Senior school improvement receive their diplomas, and there were world is not as forgiving as school, and also special awards for those who had  JGHS Principal Jonathan Clark in the world, they play for keeps, not like reason why those people in this gradu- excelled in a particular area.  of�icer for Special Needs, then there is no Miller Urges Government To Act on Boating Safety In the wake of the most recent fatal Miller recommended that Government The overall impact of this com- boat accident in the North Sound, Mr. takes immediate steps to assent to COL- prehensive approach to water safety in enforcing the rules governing oper- Ezzard Miller, elected representative for REG (Convention on the International would be heightened and broadened ationsof our of Marine leisure Enforcementboats in Cayman Of�icers wa- the district of North Side, has called on Regulations for Preventing Collisions oversight and enhanced effectiveness ters.  at Sea). The mandates and resources the Minister with responsibility for the afforded by COLFREG would buttress Portthe Government,Authority, to andact moreon Private speci�ically Mem- the Islands’ proud maritime heritage bers’ Motion No. 5 of 2015/2016 passed and help to safeguard the reputation of unanimously by the Legislative Assem- the Cayman Islands Maritime Authority bly on 26 October 2015. (CIMA). The Motion called for the Govern- “Importantly, drilling down to the im- ment to introduce regulations under the pact on boating operations, the adop- Port Authority Law to require persons tion of this convention would give great- owning boats larger than 21 feet and er authority to CIMA and the RCIPS to powered by engines in excess of 150 enforce the rules required to maintain horsepower to pass a required test on safety on the water for all.” boat safety, rules of navigation, and the general operation of boats in Cayman waters. Mr. Miller is now also urging Govern- ment to enact and publish comprehen- sive safety regulations together with penalties for infringements, and to en- FROM TO sure proper marking and lighting of all channels used by the boating public. He SICKNESS HEALTH is also calling on government to assent to the Convention on the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREG). In the meantime, the 2015 Motion moved by Mr. Miller has not been ac-  Mr. Ezzard Miller, MLA tioned despite its unanimous support. “I said during the debate on this mo- Speaking to Government’s responsi- tion in October 2015 that this was a bility and accountability for the prop- situation waiting for accidents to hap- er marking and lighting of all channels pen and that introduction of these new used by the boating public, Mr. Miller safety regulations was urgent,” Mr. said: “It is a national disgrace that gov- Miller said. “Unfortunately, since then ernment can arrange hundreds of mil- there have been several fatal boating lions of dollars to build a cruise port accidents and despite accepting the ac- that is not needed but somehow it can- colades for supporting the Motion, Gov- ernment has done nothing to address sure the lights on the Rum Point channel the dire situation in the nearly two years arenot �indworking a few properly.” thousand The dollars elected to make rep- since the Private Member’s Motion has resentative said that these lights have been passed.” malfunctioned for years. “It is time for some action on this mat- Mr. Miller said that these and other ter before there are any more of these tragic and most distressing accidents on and diligence in the area of water safety the water,” Mr. Miller said. havede�iciencies led to the in government’scurrent much oversightdeplored New safety regulations should extend lowering of standards in the operation to requiring registration of all boats in of leisure boats in local waters. the Cayman Islands and annual inspec- For example, Mr. Miller said, “It used tion similar to that for vehicles on land, to be that whenever you crossed a dive We work hard to keep you smiling, offering a wide range Mr. Miller said, adding that commercial boat with divers in the water there was of life insurance products to protect you and your family. boats should be subject to random in- spections by CIMA and the RCIPS. on the boat. Now far too often I have ob- #KeepingPromises #SagicorSTRONG “One only has to visit Rum Point or a ‘divers down’ �lag �lying and a lookout Kaibo on a Saturday or Sunday after- out the required accompanying lookout Let us put a smile on your face! onserved the boat.”the divers down �lag �lying with- of rules that should obtain in cases of The Member for North Side envisages overtaking,noon to observe passing, the �lagrantapproaching disregard and that on the introduction of appropriate departing docks, navigating to and de- comprehensive water safety rules, Ma- parting from anchorage at Rum Point, Let’s talk. Call your Sagicor Advisor and transiting to canals,” Mr. Miller said. across such infractions would be able to at 949-8211 As a launching platform from which to issuerine Enforcementtickets and other Of�icers penalties who on come the sagicorcayman.com | @sagicorcayman address the growing dangers being ex- spot, similar to how this is done by land- perienced locally in leisure boating, Mr.

side traf�ic of�icers. LOCAL NEWS PAGE A4 Friday, August 30, 2019 | Issue No 421 C�������� T���� New Book released by Dr. Dalton Watler-Lyons By Christopher Tobutt

Challenges of Emerging Societies is a new book by local author Dr. Dalton place at George Town Library recently. It isWatler-Lyons. an exciting book The because, of�icial launch while there took have been several literary contributions to Cayman’s history, in-depth analysis of social currents seen within its context of dynamic political and economic change are few and far-between. Dr. Watler-Ly- ons’ analysis also contains elements of a vision which reaches into the future and helps us gain new insights and aspira- tions about the society which we share and love – the Cayman Islands. But its applicability also pertains to many other different emerging socie-  Woody DaCosta  Dr. Dalton Watler-Lyons  The new book ties, especially those belonging to small- er countries who may be struggling to the Cayman Islands,” Dr. Marc Lockheart cause you pull down the local job mar- male youth, leaving negative impres- retain their sense of cultural identity said, in a written comment. “His exper- ket, instead of pulling it up.” sions of those of more diverse sexual within the onslaught of the ever-present tise with youth has given him a unique Next, Cayman radio talk-show host, orientation, for example. He warned us global forces. perspective of the topic’s impact on this Woody DaCosta read from, and comment- of the consequences of losing our col- “Dr. Dalton Watler has embarked vulnerable segment of our population. ed on, exerts from the book, highlighting lective and, by extension, our sense of upon a journey to shed light on a very He has been able to highlight connec- personal identity, too, which were all in salient and challenging subject that has tions between antisocial conduct and the ‘pulse’ of the Cayman Islands. “Find- danger of becoming submerged by pow- social mores, especially in the context of ingthe a parts balance that between in his opinion,opposite re�lected forces… erful currents of change. the Cayman Islands,” those forces may be called good bad, or “I am proud to be a Watler,” he said. signi�icant implications for the future of Present at the launch were serval not- right or wrong, liberal conservative, tra- “Imagine the Cayman Islands 50 years ed academics and historians, including ditional and non-traditional. Sometimes from now; imagine there being no Wat- Dr. Steve McField, who spoke at length establishing the correct balance between lers, Boddens or Smiths?” he asked. those may continue for a longer time be- Dr. Dalton E. Watler-Lyons (DBA) be- McField drew attention to the book’s fore that balance can be broken,” he said. gan his career as a coach and a physical analysisabout the of book the effectand its of signi�icance.guest workers, Dr. “This book would be a great present education teacher. Dr. Watler-Lyons was and the way that their employment in for anyone you care about, or you could a former assistant professor of social the community depresses the labour give it to a representative,” he advised. science at the University College of the market: “In other words he says, ‘you When Dr. Watler-Lyons took to the Cayman Islands and director of sport. cannot build an economy on econom- podium, he explained that, when he was ic migrant workers, who depress the growing up in Colombia, the importance for the Ministry of District Administra-  Signing copies labour market. You cannot do that, be- of being “macho,” was impressed on the tion,He is Tourism currently and the Transport. Deputy Chief  Of�icer DOT continues to simplify business processes The Cayman Islands Department of Government Tourism Accommodation Tourism (DOT) has launched a new Tax Submissions, the short video guides video on its corporate website OurCay- users through the entire process. “This man.ky and YouTube channel to guide how-to video gives our licensed prop- licensed accommodations through the erties a complete walk through from mandatory tax submissions process. beginning to end of the submission pro- “The Ministry of Tourism is steadfastly cess. At the DOT, I am proud to say that committed to using innovation that em- we listen to our clients and those in the powers our tourism partners—whether tourism community to identify ways to create an environment that is pro-busi- dent that the process of doing business ness,” shared Mrs. Rosa Harris, Director. withnewcomers us is not or long-term—tocomplicated or feel burden- con�i- “We continually provide the tourism community with tools such as this and Bodden, who guided the development will continue to create other tools that ofsome,” this project. commented “We Chiefmust endeavour Of�icer Stran to will simplify the business of working always consider our partners when cre- with us.” ating or improving processes such as tax In addition to embracing technology VRBO, and the like. Taking place on 4 To watch the new Tax Submission submission, especially when the process for tax submission, the Department con- September, licensed homeshare provid- video, please visit the corporate web- is mandated by law. Whenever possible, tinues to develop upskilling opportuni- ers will hear from panellists about the site http://paytaxes.ourcayman.ky or we will cut through red tape and support ties through a variety of training pro- importance of providing unique expe- our tourism sector through innovation, grammes offered throughout the year. riences for their guests. Attendees will www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q8OAnl- online tools and the in-person customer The next seminar being offered by the also have the opportunity to meet local wx9W4&feature=youtu.bethe of�icial YouTube channel at: https:// service that we are known for.” DOT is a Homeshare Summit, available vendors who can help enhance the Cay- To sign up for the Homeshare Summit, Providing tips on how to complete to licensed accommodations provid- mankind experiences already offered at email [email protected]. Space is and submit monthly Cayman Islands ers who use platforms such as Airbnb, their properties. limited and for licensed properties only. 

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GIRLGUIDING CAYMAN ISLANDS BRANCHES BREAKOUT CAMP - BERMUDA 2019 Girlguiding Cayman Islands sent a contingent isation in the world. The organisation works of 8 Guides and 4 Leaders to Bermuda, to take towards the positive development of girls and part in Branches Breakout 2019. young women in the Cayman Islands. The purpose is to help girls acquire skills for have taken a group to an International Camp in life, by teaching leadership and values while Bermuda.This was They the �irstjoined time 6 other the Caymancountries Islands from participating in fun activities. The girls engage around the world, and in rain or shine, took part in various activities, including pitching full potential and make a positive difference tents, Outward Bounds, forts, boat rides, sail- inas ourthey community. build their Girlscon�idence, can begin discover their theirGirl- ing, snorkelling, archery, hiking, raft building, guiding journey from age 5 within the Rain- bow section and move up through Brownies, They also had the opportunity to learn about Guides, Rangers and on to become young lead- thecamp�ire different and visiting much much countries more. and make crafts ers. to take home. The Cayman Islands showed how to make a Las Tortugas Bookmark and handed Join Us! out samples of rum cake and traditional pep- Being involved in GGCI is very rewarding and permint candy. we are always looking for volunteers to help us On International Night the Guides repre- with the administration of running the organ- sented Cayman Islands with a performance isation and for more leaders to support unit of the National Song, followed by a medley of meetings. traditional folk songs – Munzie Boat, Conch For more information about our Guiding sec- Na’Ga’No Bone and Chip up potato. tions and availability in our units, or if you be- The girls and leaders had a wonderful time, lieve you could help make a positive impact, we challenged themselves, learned new skills, would love to hear from you! made many friends and developed memories that will last a lifetime. FURTHER INFORMATION Allison Taylor, GGCI Commissioner – atay- Thank you to Girlguiding Bermuda [email protected] for being wonderful hosts! Charlotte Lewis, GGCI Marketing – GGCImar- Girlguiding Cayman Islands (GGCI) is a [email protected] branch association of the largest female organ- facebook.com/girlguidingcaymanislands 

Lions Club shines the spotlight on Prostate Cancer ... Continued story from page A1 Special guest speaker Dr. Andy Shil- lingford delivered an address on the event are donated to Jasmine (formerly importance of testing and early can- Cayman HospiceCare) and the Cayman cer detection. The event was attended Islands Cancer Society. by members of the Association and The educational was aimed at raising the surrounding community. cancer awareness and garnering sup- As part of the Club’s push to stress port for the annual fundraiser. the need for testing, nurses were on hand to conduct free PSA screenings for interested individuals. The meeting also saw the debut of the Lions Club of Grand Cayman's new Lion mascot. Donations of gro- cery supplies were also delivered to needy members of the public in at- tendance. The Seafarers Association also do- nated $5,000 toward the Club’s an- nual PACCE (Prostate & Colon Cancer Event). The next educational seminar is planned for September 3rd in Bodden Town. The 8th Annual Delano Hislop Me- morial Journey for Life Walk / Run will be held on Sunday September 22. It starts with pre-registration at 6 a.m. at the all new Jasmine Building  Lions Club of Grand Cayman president on West Bay Road across from Marga- Cordella Chollette and the Club’s mascot ritaville Beach Resort.  Seafarers Association President Denniston Tibbetts presents Lions Club of Grand Cayman spread some goodwill during the seminar member Andrew Eden (right) and Lions Club of Grand Cayman President Cordella Chollette by distributing free groceries to the needy To learn more or to sign up for www. caymanactive.com/registrations  with a donation of $5000 for the Club’s PACCE event which will be held on September 3rd SPOTLIGHT ON TOURISM C�������� T���� Friday, August 30, 2019 | Issue No 421 PAGE A7 Improve ROI by Investing in Employees This Off-Season There’s a popular saying in an incredible desire to learn but to management positions. Cross-trained cold-weather destinations: Summer their determinant haven’t received for- bodies are made in the winter. This mal training. They perform their duties gaps when needed reducing extra strain same concept can be applied to the hos- to the very best of their abilities – and onemployees the organization. can also help temporarily �ill pitality business in a way: The seeds of sometimes the best they can do - with- a successful busy season are planted in out training -is costing the company Think outside of the dusty the offseason. Right? company training binders It’s easy to think we’re in the simple Knowing a story about a company’s transaction business of selling goods aremoney not throughtrained end errors, up getting inef�iciencies, frustrated or founder or exactly where each unusual and services – a taxi ride, a rental car, anddissatis�ied quit and customers. as a result, Employeesemployee turn- that ingredient is sourced isn’t education, a well-appointed room, and a delicious over further costs the company. it’s marketing. Incorporate a variety of meal. However, there’s so much more From an employee’s perspective, educational topics into your plan. Some to it, and the value of those goods and a pipeline of promotable employees. If others could range from problem-solv- recognize the importance of the intangi- theythere are is theproperly added trained bene�it and of creating always ing,topics to critical may be thinking position-speci�ic, to emotional and in- bleservices elements increases that signi�icantlycreate the customer when we growing, you never have to look far for telligence, and maintaining profession- experience. that next rising star. From the guest or al and ethical standards. Cross-cultural An intangible element, for example customer perspective, better-trained training is also very useful and strongly - is a hospitality or tourism business’s employees are going to deliver better encouraged for employees from differ- on the company mission statement as ent cultures and ethnicities to work to- ity, positioning and emotion – essen- well as the brand standard. This means gether, but it is also necessary for em-  Brooke Meyer is the managing partner of tiallyimage delivered – its speci�ic to the promise, customer personal- by the happier customers, who turn into loyal ployees to learn how to handle certain Caymera International employees. It’s certainly a large respon- customers, which means more sales and situations that are raised by customers sibility to be carried out, most especial- better guest survey scores and reviews. from diverse cultures, religions, and pany. When everyone gets better, every- ly if the employees aren’t completely ethnicities. one gets better. trained. the hospitality culture, and it demands Caymera International offers individ- To create a positive business image trainingThe entire from workforce the bottom is a tore�lection the top of– Be consistent ual and group training on a variety of and increase the value of the services and, there’s no time like the offseason Make learning a part of the culture of topics to include, but not limited to: Di- or products it provides, invest in qual- to begin a training program. Making the your operation. Training should occur versity, Safety and Security, Restaurant ity employee training. And, by training, most of this offseason to maximize your regularly, with talented and knowledge- Revenue Management, Food Service I don’t mean dusting off the one-sized able individuals leading the way. Ulti- Management: Marketing, Service, and easy steps: mately, a culture that values education HR Systems, Marketing The Hospitality er for the new team members to ‘read busy season’s pro�itability requires �ive will result in a team that naturally seeks Brand Through Digital Media, Services through’,-�its- all- either. �ive-year- I mean, old a training well-planned bind- Appreciate the value of more knowledge on its own time and Marketing, Planning and Management, quality training program that has more education brings it with them to work. Hotel Revenue Management, Hotel Sales View education and training oppor- 101, Hotel Sales: Prospect- that has a deep and broad knowledge of ing New Business, Under- categories,than just super�icial skills and knowledge; processes. but one front expense, which returns its cost standing Financial State- We, in the hospitality and tourism in- manytunities times as a over. bene�it Show – not your an employees, added up- ments, Customer Service, dustry are a diverse workforce, which and the community, that you invest in Responding to Customer includes a variety of positions that may education. You will attract and retain Reviews, Critical Thinking, or may not have a strong educational the best talent, who will repay you again Guest Problem Solving and component or requirement. Positions and again with their knowledge, train- more. ing, and passion. Brooke Meyer is the managing partner of Cay- may be �illed by employees who have Develop and mera International, a Cay- train talent manian-owned hospitality Invest in developing and tourism consulting and training employ- ees. Many hospitality industry veteran and holds employees start in en- Lead by example and advisory �irm. She’s an try-level positions and Learn alongside your employees. agement from Cornell University in Ith- work their way up into Teach them if you can, but don’t wor- aca,a master’s NY and certi�icate has also inearned Hospitality continuing Man- higher level jobs. When ry if that’s not your role. Simply doing a company takes the Estate and Asset Management, Digital time to train its employ- establish excellence among the rest of Marketing,education certi�icationsand Revenue inManagement Hotel Real ees, it is easier to recog- theyour team. job well can be a terri�ic way to from Cornell University. Visit Caymera nize the talent that can An investment in your employees’ at caymeragroup.com. info@caymera- be developed for higher skill sets is an investment in your com- group.com.  EDUCATION | ITS ALL ABOUT EDUCATION PAGE A8 Friday, August 30, 2019 | Issue No 421 C�������� T���� Minister of Education supports UCCI Students during New Student Orientation and Registration Week UCCI opened its doors to New Students or returning students were able to get for the fall semester on August 23, 2019. information about the goals, mission, Kicking off a week of Orientation and Reg- policies, admission requirements and istration activities. The Hon Julianna, O’ programmes of study available at UCCI. Connor- Connolly, Minister of Education, NSO also allowed students to become Youth, Sports, Agriculture and Lands, at- familiar with their new surroundings tended the session and was able to gen- by attending sessions with Alumni, and erously gift ten students with CI$250.00 campus tours lead by the Student Rep- vouchers towards their tuition. resentative Council Students. This monetary surprise was wel- A small open campus event was also comed by students as this year’s orien- held in the afternoon of NSO to allow tation celebrates UCCI’s one-stop shop. students the opportunity to interact This new endevour allows students to with professors in their chosen depart- register for classes, receive advising ments. support and be ready for the start of the As a part of the festivities, students new semester after visiting one location. were treated to a Career Fair hosted by Dr Stacy McAfee, president and CEO the Ritz-Carlton Grand Cayman which of UCCI stated, “UCCI is reinventing how was held on campus on August 27th and we advise, register, orient and engage 28th. Students and Alumni were able to students to ensure that they thrive and look at opportunities to further their ca- enjoy a rich university experience in reers while continuing their education. class and through various co-curricular If you are interested in starting your activities.” success story at UCCI, students are en- The purpose of New Student Orien- couraged to visit the Sir Vassel John- tation (NSO) is to prepare students to son hall until August 30th to register mester. For more information visit our pointment with our admissions team by successfully transition to college. New for classes being offered in the fall se- website at ucci.edu.ky or set up an ap- calling 623-0567.  YMCA To Off er After-School Programme at the Field of Dreams The YMCA Cayman Islands is expand- ing its after-school programme to a new by schools. site at the Field of Dreams. This struc- with“The transportation Field of Dreams from speci�ic, After-School near- tured programme will provide a variety programme gives children a change of of active learning opportunities, desig- pace and scenery from that of the school EDITORIAL | COMMUNITYnated homework NOTICES time and recreational environment, while still providing them activities along with all the fun and ex- with the opportunity to learn, stay ac- PAGE 2 Wednesday, Octobercitement 18, that 2017 students | have Issue come No to ex-132tive and make new friends,” said Jenny Caymanian Times pect from the Y. Character development, Stuesser, Programme Director. homework help, sports and recreation, Registration for the Y After-School healthy snacks, teambuilding exercises, programme takes place every Monday STEM activitiesotic and creativeEs arts are all to Friday from 11:00am to 5:00pm at Editorial Nelements of the programme. the Field of Dreams and registrations Available for students ages 5 to are accepted on a monthly basis. 12-yearsCustoms old, the new programme Registration will For more information of about Importers YMCA begins run from 3pm to 6pm Monday to Fri- programmes or registration details, To help importers start using a system for entry declaration, the Department will day in accordance with the 2019-2020 log on to www.ymcacayman.ky, call start registering importers starting Monday, 16 October 2017. school calendar. The fee is $12 per day 925.3276 or email ysummercamp@ym- withoutThe registration transportation is required and $15 byper the day implementation cacayman.ky. of a new online electronic  Kids enjoy fun activities at the Field of Dreams system for entry declaration. Effective 1 November 2017, the Cayman Islands Customs Department will implement the new system. This will require importers to complete and submit entries electronically to Customs using the new gateway portal COLS (Customs Online System). Importers will be able to access the portal through theKeeping website www.customs.gov.ky. our focus on the Big Tips of the Week For individuals who have not yet received training in the use of the system, Customs will provide in-house training. Motivational Tip However, before they can use COLS, importers will have to be formally registered and recognised as an importer by Customs. The Power of Music IssuesThis will require each individual toas come in and providethe Customs withSchool relevant information including a government-issued Year Begins Do not underestimate the power of music. Music can heal the sick, theirBy now, business all the licence students and/or are companies getting registrationtion is the singleincluding most directorship. important factor However, even as we emphasize an mend the broken heart, relieve stress readyidentification,As afor result, school, Customs e.g., whether driver’s will from begin licence Kinder- the or registration passport.affecting Additionally,process a country’s starting it willdevelopment Monday, be necessary 16 October and for through educationcompanies 27 Octoberthat and preparesbusinesses 2017, fromour to provide8:30amstudents and even help you to live longer. Just garten, which means ‘garden for the the most sustainable approach to pover- to think critically, to innovate and to ask some of our seniors who are still children’,Roberts Driveto University. (locally known Moreover, as Airport ed- Road).ty alleviation. adapt, we must also teach values. As playing music and dancing. They will ucators, at whatever level, are getting Frederick H. Harbison goes even fur- important as Science, Technology, Engi- toHowever, 4:00pm Monday if they missto Friday. this period Registration to be registered,will take place Customs on the will 1st continue floor of Customsto register Headquarters, importers during located normal at #42 business Owens agree that music has added value to into the rhythm and familiar activities of ther when he writes that human re- neering and Math (STEM) are, and the their life and also a few more years. theirhours. profession. Although most importers were previouslysources registered are the inultimate the old system,basis of it theis necessary Arts and for allthe importers Socials Sciences,to be registered educa- EDITORIALAfter a long stressful |day, COMMUNITY close your inThis the semester,new NOTICESsystem. as allOnce the registered others, has with wealthCustoms, of importersnations and can that then a submitcountry’s entries tion electronically must build andcharacter. do business Core ethical with eyes turn on your iPod or CD player comeCustoms, with without its familiar having challenges, to attend inbut person. pursuit of wealth is synonymous with values such as caring, honesty, fairness, and just enjoy the mellowing sounds evenCayman as educators Islands Customstake these Management on, we thanksachieving importers the maximum for their possiblecooperation uti- andcompassion, understanding trustworthiness, and looks forward self-dis- to PAGEof music. 2 If you haveWednesday, energy left you October mustcontinued keep18, 2017partnership.our eyes | on Issue the big No issues 132 lization of human beings in productive cipline, a strongCaymanian work ethic, responsi-Times may even dance a jig. as to why we are all in the business of activity and the fullest possible develop- bility and respect for others must be Live longer. Live happier. Live life to education and, in particular, the role of ment of the skills, knowledge and capac- built into the curriculum and into our its fullest with MUSIC. the education sector in the Cayman Is- ities of the labour force. lessons.Air-Conditioned Thomas Lickona’s Storage outline of Nlands. oticESeas GrapeIt is human resources- ‘the energies, the ‘Eleven Principles of Effective Char- Editorial As we teach our classes or administer skills, talent, and knowledge of people acterUnits Education’ - Kingbird in the Journal Drive of Mor- in our various settings, let us not lose which are, or which potentially can or al EducationAvailable is afor good Immediate start. Character focus ofCustoms the fact that ourSecretarial every Registration activity, should be appliedServices to theof production Importers of Education is thebegins term used for efforts however seemingly unimportant, must goods or the rendering of useful servic- to implement Rentalprogrammes in moral Services:To help importers Work start Permits, using a system Trade for andentry Business declaration, theApplications Department will bestart toward registering the educational importers project,starting theMonday, es 16for October the social, 2017. political, cultural and values, Variousethics and Sizes citizenship from educa- creation of well-trained& Renewal minds Annual and per- Returns,economic General development Letters of nations” says tion. The registration is requiredPlease by call the for implementation other services of a new online electronic sons of sound characters. Harbison. So all of us who are involved He says80 sq.further ft to that 190 ‘In sq. an fteffective system for entry declaration.Contact: EffectiveSusan 1 November 2017, the Cayman Islands After all, as the WorldCellular: Bank report345 326-9953 in education, are engaged in the most character education program, charac- Customs Department will implement the new system. This will require importers Please call: 326-3800 Health Tip 2008 says, highly educatedAddress: people Unit are #2, importantGrand Plaza project on the island and are ter is broadly conceived to encompass  Dr. Livingston Smith is a Professor at Drinking alcohol and Blood needed to complete to achieve and submit sustained entries good electronically(Opposite gov- therefore Hi-Tech to Customs part Electronics) of using that theengine new ofgateway social the cognitive, emotional,or and behavio- the University College of the Cayman Pressure ernance, portal COLS strong (Customs institutions Email:Online and System). a [email protected] Importersand economic will be ableprogress to access and thedevelop- portal ral aspects of the moral life. Good char- Islands. He is also Director of the CXC through theBusiness website www.customs.gov.ky. Hours: 9am – 5pm, Mon – Fri Email: [email protected] Education Volunteer programme Drinking too much alcohol can oped infrastructure. Therefore, educa- ment. acter consists of understanding, caring raiseTips blood ofpressure the Weekto unhealthy For individuals who have not yet received training in the use of the system, Customsabout, will provide and acting in-house upon training. core ethical If not, we would have missed the point levels.Motivational Having more Tip than three drinks However, before they can use COLS, importers will have to be formally registered andvalues. recognised The astask an ofimporter character by Customs.education of true education, which at its heart in one sittingThe Power temporarily of Music increases This will require each individual to come in and provide Customs with relevant informationtherefore including is to help a government-issued students and all must develop whole persons as funda- your blood pressure, but repeated other members of the learning commu- mentally good human beings, consider- Do not underestimate the power binge drinking can lead to long-term nity know "the good," value it, and act ate of self, others, and the broader hu- of music. Music can heal the sick, their business licence and/or companies registration including directorship. increases. upon it.’ Advertise man community.  mend the broken heart, relieve stress identification,As a result, Customs e.g., driver’s will begin licence the or registration passport. Additionally,process starting it will Monday, be necessary 16 October for through companies 27 October and businesses 2017, from to provide8:30am andHeavy even drinkershelp you towho live cut longer. back Just to moderateask some ofdrinking our seniors can wholower are their still l Free Consultation - New Clients Welcome l Full & Partial Dentures systolic blood pressure (the top Roberts Drive (locally known as Airport Road). playing music and dancing. 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Heavy drinkers its fullest with MUSIC. who stop suddenly risk developing Air-Conditioned Storage severe high blood pressure for Sea Grape several days. Units - Kingbird Drive If you have high blood pressure, Secretarial Services Available for Immediate avoid alcohol or drink alcohol only Rental in moderation. Moderate drinking is Services: Work Permits, Trade and Business Applications generally considered to be: & Renewal Annual Returns, General Letters Various Sizes from Please call for other services here - Two drinks a day for men 80 sq. ft to 190 sq. ft younger than age 65 Contact: Susan Cellular: 345 326-9953 -Health One Tip drink a day for men age 65 Please call: 326-3800 Address: Unit #2, Grand Plaza ForFor a complete update of Local News, Notices and Events, log on to and older (Opposite Hi-Tech Electronics) Drinking alcohol and Blood Fast,orwww.caymaniantimes.kyw - One drinkPressure a day for women of Email: [email protected] GardenerDesigner Business Hours: 9am – 5pm, Mon – Fri Email: [email protected] only website that allows you to download your daily news and upload your advertisements Drinkingany age too much alcohol can Cameraman raiseA drinkblood pressureis 12 ouncesto unhealthy (355 milliliters)levels. Having of morebeer, than 5 ounces three drinks (148 Efficient, milliliters)in one sitting of temporarilywine or 1.5 increases ounces (44your milliliters) blood pressure, of 80-proof but repeateddistilled Caymanian Secretary spirits.binge drinking can lead to long-term increases. 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Heavy- By Sheldon drinkers G. whoSheps, want M.D. to Website: www.caymaniantimes.ky Hairdresser lower blood pressure should slowly reduce how much they drink over one to two weeks. Heavy drinkers who stop suddenly risk developing severe high blood pressure for several days. If you have high blood pressure, Designer avoid alcohol or drink alcohol only in moderation. Moderate drinking is generally considered to be: - Two drinks a day for men here younger than age 65 - One drink a day for men age 65 and older Fast, - One drink a day for women of GardenerDesigner any age Cameraman A drink is 12 ounces (355 milliliters) of beer, 5 ounces (148 Efficient, milliliters) of wine or 1.5 ounces (44 milliliters) of 80-proof distilled Caymanian Secretary spirits. Affordable.Lawyer Keep in mind that alcohol contains Times calories and may contribute to Issue # 132 Driver unwanted weight gain — a risk factor for high blood pressure. Publisher: Ralph Lewis Only 48 hours’ Also, alcohol can interfere with Company: Lewis Cayman Islands Ltd the effectiveness and increase the Telephone: 345 916 2000 Dive instruct side effects of some blood pressure Email: [email protected], Director medications. or [email protected] notice required - By Sheldon G. Sheps, M.D. Website: www.caymaniantimes.ky Hairdresser Designer LAW ENFORCEMENT C�������� T���� Friday, August 30, 2019 | Issue No 421 PAGE A9 THE CAYMAN ISLANDS NATIONAL EMERGENCY NOTIFICATION SYSTEM What is the National Emergency Noti�ication System (NENS)? It is a system for getting public safe- ty messages to as wide an audience as possible in the Cayman Islands in an ef-

�icientWhy and is it timely needed? manner. The Cayman Islands is vulnerable to natural hazards such as hurricanes, earth- threats from incidents such as transpor- quakes, tsunamis and �loods, as well as In certain circumstances, public safety can betation improved accidents, through chemical the prompt spills and issuance �ires. of information to residents about threats and recommended response actions.

Is it required by Law? Yes, The Disaster Preparedness and  Radio Alert System Test - Social Media Hazard Management Law (2019 Revi- sion) states: There shall be established a Can other Departments or Agen- Where are we at with Phase 1? cies use the National Emergency No- and the Cayman Islands will be one of (NENS) for the Islands operated under ti�ication System? test will take place on August 30th, the radio, but it is an important �irst step, theNational supervision Emergency of the Noti�ication Director (Of System Haz- secondIt is ready test Septemberto launch! The3rd �irstand public third have a National Alert System in place. ard Management Cayman Islands). The approved by either the Chairman of the test on September 6th (same time for Radiothe �irst is also countries a very in important the Caribbean commu- to ManagementYes, provided Executive that the or message the Chairman is �irst nications vehicle in the aftermath of a shall enable the Government to broad- of the Management Council in consul- consist of an attention signal tone only. disaster, especially if there is an extend- castNational emergency Emergency announcements Noti�ication Systemto the tation with the Director of HMCI. It is Whileall tests the - 11:302nd and am). 3rd The test �irst will test include will ed power outage. Radio stations can public on such frequency or in such man- anticipated that entities such as the an attention signal tone as well as a text typically get signals out to the public us- Royal Cayman Islands Police Service, to speech test broadcast message that is ing a generator if they have to, ensuring understanding between the Government the Cayman Islands Airports Authori- estimated to last about twenty 20 sec- that residents will still receive critical andner asa person is speci�ied who isin licenseda memorandum to operate of ty, the Cayman Islands Fire Service, the onds. The alerts can be issued remotely messages even with a battery operated an ICT Network under the Information Department of Environment, the De- without any action being taken by radio radio. It also provides a cost effective and Communications Technology Au- partment of Environmental Health, the operations. Very simply the radio pro- solution and is robust. thority Law (2019 Revision). Health Services Authority and the Cay- gramming is interrupted for the dura- man Islands National Weather Service tion of the short alert message. Where do we go from here? What does the Law state about who can request the use of the NENS system HMCI and its partners are apprecia- is authorized to initiate a National to deliver vital public safety messages if What does Government expect of tive of the support and commitment Emergency Noti�ication? the need arises. the Radio Operators? shown by the radio stations for Phase 1 No announcement shall be broadcast Licensed radio operators in the Cay- and hopefully the test will be a success. on the NENS unless it is in writing and What is Phase 1? man Islands will sign a MOU with Gov- Government has already laid the ground approved and signed by a Chairman of Phase I of the NENS is a partnership ernment as a stipulation of their license work for the next phase of the NENS the Management Executive or the Chair- between the Ministry of Financial Ser- agreement under the ICTA Law (2019 which will include placing crawling text man of the Management Council in con- vices and Home Affairs, Hazard Man- Revision) and in accordance with the across cable television channels. Also, sultation with the Director, except in the agement Cayman Islands (HMCI), the Disaster Preparedness and Hazard Man- an emergency app is planned whereby event of a sudden onset like a tsunami Department of Public Safety Communi- agement Law (2019 revision), that is residents who sign up for the app will or an earthquake, which requires swift cations (DPSC), the Utility Regulation about all they need to do other than oc- receive emergency messages to their casionally allowing technicians to check smart phones. All these different mech- may authorise the broadcast of an emer- local radio operators. Equipment has that the equipment is working and re- anisms to deliver emergency alerts will gencynoti�ication announcement to the public, and theshall Director notify beenand Competitionpurchased and Of�ice installed (OfReg) by Gov- and placing parts if necessary. originate from a single dashboard – in the Chairman of the Management Ex- ernment to enable an emergency mes- other words a single message can be ecutive or the Chairman of the Manage- sage to be simultaneously distributed Is Phase 1 going to be effective? sent simultaneously across multiple ment Council of the broadcast as soon as across all radio stations in the Cayman Government of course recognizes that channels – such as the radio, cable tele- is practicable thereafter. Islands. residents are not always tuned into the vision and to the emergency app. 

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For those unable to access online ed by Amazon Cafe and entry into Octane & Caffeine registration, alternate arrangements 1 September - Cars and Coca-Cola COMMUNITY EVENTS can be made by contacting educa- walk begins and ends at Cricket will be on tap at Tony’s Toys this Alvin McLaughlin Christ who strengthens me.” There [email protected]. Square.the raf�le Well prize behaved drawing. on The – leashrun/ weekend as the automotive cen- Collection Exhibition at will be worship, praise, drama and dogs are welcomed. For more in- tre hosts ‘Octane & Caffeine’, a car the National Museum prizes. Transportation will be pro- Musical showcase featuring formation visit www.ciipa.ky. show for the entire family, on Sun- 30 August – 30 November - Visit vided. Please call 946 – 4291. hip hop artist Theolodge day, 1 September from 2pm to 6pm the Cayman Islands National Mu- 30 August – Join hip hop artist Summer Story Time at Tony’s Toys Automotive Center, seum to view the collection of East Walkers Art Programme Theolodge and local artists at The 31 August - The Cayman Islands located at 91 Sherwood Drive off End resident Alvin McLaughlin. Mr. Registration Lodge at The Strand on Friday 30 Public Library in Bodden Town has Seymour Drive in Industrial Park. McLaughlin's collection is used to 30 August - Registration for this August. This free event is from 9 to its last session of Summer Story The event is part of Tony’s Toys showcase the individuality, culture popular extracurricular art pro- midnight and is being put on by the time with Uncle Vic this Saturday yearlong 20th anniversary cele- and heritage of the East End dis- gramme opens Friday, 30 August young members of the Business at 10:30am. For more information, brations and is free to the public. trict. The museum is opened from at 9:00 AM online at https://www. and Professional Women’s Club of call 947 – 0966 or email bodden- Monday to Saturday and schools nationalgallery.org.ky/learn/learn- Grand Cayman. Email natalie.bald- [email protected]. PRB Community Group can book tours. There is free entry ing/kids-family/walkers-art-club/ [email protected] for more information. School Supply Drive to residents every Saturday. For registration/. This popular extracur- Youth Talent Show 2 September - The PRB Com- more information call 949 – 8368 ricular art education programme of- CIIPA Run/Walk 31 August - The Business and munity Group will be hosting or email [email protected] fers students of all ages and abilities 31 August – Help to raise funds Professional Women’s Club of a back to school drive to assist weekly art classes to enhance skills for the local YMCA by participat- Grand Cayman will host a musical the Prospect Red Bay communi- Youth Rally 2019 and expose students to local and in- ing in CIIPA’s Run/Walk. Runners showcase in support of the Cay- ty children and schools ensuring 30 August – The Ministry of Peace ternational artists. Participants are and walkers of all levels are invited man Crisis Centre’s TAYA Lounge. they have the supplies for a suc- Church is holding its 2019 Youth instructed by trained arts educators to this fun event. There are 2 dis- This Youth Talent Show will take cessful start of the school year. A Rally at its church on Friday 30 Au- and are encouraged to express them- tances for runners to choose from place on Saturday 31 at the Har- DONATION BOX is located at the gust from 7 – 9pm for young peo- selves, emphasizing creativity and – 10K or 5K and walkers do a dis- quail Theatre from 6 – 9 pm. Cost Seafarers Hall and items can be ple ages 5 -13 years old. The theme experimentation through age-ap- tance of 5K. Registration is CI$25 is $10. Email natalie.baldwin@ dropped off between 7am and is “ I can do all things through propriate projects, themes and skills. and this includes breakfast provid- cicc.ky for more information. 3pm weekdays.  Why You Need a Personal Trainer Oolong TEA There’s a reason why celebri- also design workouts that are Made from the leaves, ties and other highly successful buds and stems of the people use coaches and train- nally, a personal trainer can also Camellia sinensis plant, ers: IT WORKS. provideboth ef�icient the motivation and effective. that you Fi- this tea is slightly fer- And that is why so many need to keep going, long after you mented and semi- ox- people are turning to person- would have stopped were you idized giving a taste in al trainers to help them move doing working out by yourself. between black and green from mediocre to excellence in Determination is also an area tea. The most famous of that a personal trainer supports this tea comes from Fui- and weight loss. you in. 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“The shell was taken from an adult Two Arrested for Taking Marine Life Green Sea Turtle that was one of less than 150 such animals left in the wild On Wednesday, 21 August, RCIPS of- During a further search of the vehicle, They have been granted bail as inves- around the Cayman Islands. It is also tigations continue. the second turtle shell recovered in an man Islands Customs and Border Con- what appeared to be blood. As a result, “Although our initial search was con- apparent poaching incident within the trol�icers, Service, along conductedwith of�icers a joint from operation the Cay- of�icers discovered a turtle shell with ducted based on possible drug offenses, past month on Grand Cayman,” said Dr. at an address on Up The Hill Road in dence, where they found a package of the marine offense that was detected Janice Blumenthal of the Department of suspectedof�icers conducted turtle meat. a search of the resi- Environment. had cause to search a vehicle at the loca- The 27-year-old man was further ar- perintendent Peter Lansdown. “As the “Although the Department of Environ- West Bay. During the operation, of�icers rested on suspicion of taking marine policeis quite service, signi�icant,” it is part said of Detective our remit Su- to ment has seen a steady increase in the taining suspected ganja and arrested a life without being licensed. A second investigate and prosecute these offenses number of turtle nests in recent years, man,tion. Of�icersage 27 of recovered Bodden Town,a package on suspi- con- man, age 39 of West Bay, was also ar- as well, in conjunction with our partner poaching of even a few endangered cion of possession and consumption of rested on suspicion of the same of- agencies, and it is a responsibility we adult sea turtles can lead to a reversal of ganja. fense. take very seriously.” that trend very quickly.”  Man Arrested for Assault Man Assaulted and GBH following Single- Robbed on School Vehicle Collision Road, George Town Shortly after 2:05AM on Sunday, 25 standing outside of the vehicle, and that Just after 3:15AM on Sunday, 25 Au- ries and then discharged. The police August, the 9-1-1 Communications Cen- the woman had what appeared to be an gust, police was dispatched by the 9-1- are seeking the assistance of anyone injury to her head. EMS attended the 1 Communications Centre to a report who may have been in the area and had been overheard threatening to stab a scene and, while rendering treatment to of robbery that was said to have taken seen the incident take place. They are tre alerted of�icers to a report that a male the woman, determined that she had re- place on School Road, George Town. encouraged to call the George Town provided with further information, in- ceived stab wounds to the head. It was reported that a man was at- Police Station at 949-4222. cludingwoman theknown details to him.of the The vehicle of�icers the wereman As a result, the man, age 29 of Bod- tacked by another man, who was trav- Anonymous tips can be provided di- and woman were said to be travelling in. It den Town, was arrested on suspicion eling along School Road. During the was also ascertained that the vehicle had assault a quantity of cash was stolen Tip Line at 949-7777, or via our web- subsequently been involved in a collision. a search of the vehicle and recovered a from the victim’s pockets. The suspect siterectly https://www.rcips.ky/. to the RCIPS via our Con�idential Tips can knife.of assault The GBH.man remainsOf�icers inalso police conducted custo- made off from the location on a bicy- also be submitted anonymously via vehicle which had left the roadway on dy as investigations continue. cle. The attacker was said to have been the Miami-based call centre of Crime BoddenOf�icers Town responded Road, just and east located of Gun the The woman was transported for treat- tall, slim and have low cut hair. Stoppers at 800-8477(TIPS), or online Square Road, and come to a stop. Of- ment via ambulance, and subsequently The victim attended the hospital http://www.crimestoppers.ky/sub- discharged.  where he was treated for minor inju- mit-tip/. 

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Churchill’s Funeral Home We have been asked to announce the passing of Mr. Joseph Woods, who passed away on Monday, August 12, 2019. A Thanksgiving service will be held at the Bodden Town Seventh Day Adventist Church, 153 Cumber Ave, Bodden Town, Grand Cayman on Thursday August 29, 2019 at 3:00 p.m. Viewing: 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. Interment at: Family Cemetery (Pease Bay) Condolences can be registered at churchillsfuneralhome.com

Churchill’s Funeral Home Thank God for We have been asked to announce the passing of Mr. Emmanuel Ezekiel Brown “Manny”, who passed away on Monday, August 12, 2019. Details of a Thanksgiving Service will be Answered Prayers announced at a later date. By the Rev’d Christopher Pierce daily bread…” We prayed that prayer at every ser- Rector, Saint Alban’s Church vice. www.churchofenglandcayman.org Now, let me share with you a personal story about Condolences can be registered at churchillsfuneralhome.com how God demonstrated to our family that He was In 1990, singer Garth Brooks had a very popular hearing our prayers and knew our desires. It still song entitled, “Unanswered Prayers.” It was the fol- encourages us to this day and the supernatural ele- low up to “Friends in Low Places” which had domi- ment adds to the joy. It is an account of His faithful- Churchill’s Funeral Home nated the American Country Music charts in the last ness and provision in a most unexpected way. We have been asked to announce the passing of quarter of the year. In the song, the singer realises One year, when I was in seminary, money was Mr. John William Turner, that it was good that God had not answered some of very tight but that’s nothing odd for seminarians. who passed away on Monday, August 12, 2019. his prayers the way he desired, which is actually a We had 3 small children and had just moved to Remembrance gathering at Star Fish Point on Sunday, September 01, 2019 at 4:00 p.m. to fairly profound theological point. Rather than a sub- complete my graduate school training for ordina- remember and share stories. Please bring a drink servient divine equivalent to an on-command genie, tion. It was nearing the Thanksgiving holiday and to toast him and please, please, please come in God had answered the petitioner's prayer accord- whilst we had more than enough food, we didn’t your everyday clothes, ing to what was best for him rather than what he have enough for anything special. We had told the the clothes he saw you in. wanted. The all-knowing, unchanging, all-powerful kids and they were understanding, but then out of Condolences can be registered at churchillsfuneralhome.com God Almighty had been like a good parent and done the blue, someone at the church had given us a cash what was best. gift which meant we would be able to get something Each week in our worship service we have a par- ticular prayer that serves to focus our thoughts on We sat the children down and told them our bless- Churchill’s Funeral Home the day and last week it read thus: “Let thy merciful ingmore and �itting asked a celebrationwhat they would of God’s like provision. to have for the ears, O Lord, be open to the prayers of thy humble special meal. They were of one mind, they had one We have been asked to announce the passing of servants; and that they may obtain their petitions desire. They wanted a Honey-baked Ham...nothing Mr. Malachi Richards, who passed away on Wednesday, August 21, 2019. make them to ask such things as shall please thee; A Thanksgiving Service will be held at through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen” Lord for the gift He’d provided and thinking that West Bay Seventh Day Adventist Church on The Collect has us call on God to so order our theelse gift would was �itmaking the bill. the So, Honey-baked we prayed, Ham thanking possible. the Sunday, September 01, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. prayers that we pray according to His pleasure. In Then the doorbell rang and another gift came into Viewing: 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. view. Mr. Richards will be repatriated to Jamaica few days after the Thanksgiving Service. receive, because you ask with wrong motives, that At the door was a delivery man standing with youJames may 4:3 spend we �ind what this: you “ getWhen on youryou ask,pleasures.” you do Younot his arms full. He’ was holding a large Honey-baked Condolences can be registered at churchillsfuneralhome.com Ham...sent three days before by an old friend whom prayer. I’d not spoken to in months. God had answered our canIn see that the most scripture’s fundamental in�luence of onall the teaching week’s about focus prayers, knowing all our circumstances and provid- Churchill’s prayer, Jesus said to His disciples, “When you pray, ing in such a way there was no doubt as to who was Funeral Home pray this way: Our Father who art in heaven, hal- behind it all. He’s still in the business of answering lowed be thy name. Thy Kingdom come, Thy will be the prayers of His people...so pray and give thanks done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our for His perfect answers in advance.  We have been asked to announce the passing of Mrs. Trella Marie McRae, who passed away on Wednesday, July 31, 2019. Details of a Thanksgiving Service will be announced at a later date.

Condolences can be registered at churchillsfuneralhome.com

The Family of Mr. Oliver Winton Rivers Advertise your JOBS here regrets to announce his passing on Thursday, 22 August 2019 at the Faith Hospital, Cayman Brac after a short illness.

A service of Celebration will take place on Saturday, 31 August 2019 at 10:00 a.m. At FAST The Ebenezer Baptist Church, Creek. Interment immediately following at the Creek Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers the family has requested that monetary donations be made to the EFFICIENT Veteran’s & Seaman’s Society of Cayman Brac and Little Cayman. Condolences can be registered at www.boddenfuneralservices.com & Bodden Funeral Service Facebook page AFFORDABLE. Only 48 hours’ notice required The Family of the Late Marguerite McDaniel regret to announce her passing on Call 916-2000 Sunday, 25 August 2019.

A Service of Thanksgiving will be held at 3:30 p.m. Saturday, 7 September 2019 at St. George’s Anglican Church.

Interment will follow at the Prospect Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers please make donations to Jasmine. Condolences can be registered at www.boddenfuneralservices.com & Bodden Funeral Service Facebook page LOCAL SPORTS PAGE A12 Friday, August 30, 2019 | Issue No 421 C�������� T����

 Jade Pitcairn in an epic battle against Trindad  Emma Turnbull helped the team win bronze Cayman national squash team bring home medals from CASA By Lindsey Turnbull “The team performed well in Guy- ana,” Cameron said. “Everyone did the we needed to win three, but With just a small team participating country proud in all categories. I’m also whenIn order we to played win best Trinidad, of �ive, in this year’s Caribbean Area Squash happy with my performances during we all went to either four or Association (CASA) championship, the tournament against the Caribbean’s the Cayman national team took on the best. A lot of positives to take back for match was particularly mighty giants of squash in the region to the team and I. It will give us more con- �ive games. Jade Pitcairn’s win bronze for the country in the men’s, went to 11-13 and she saved women’s and overall team placements. Cameron played alongside Cayman’s threenail-biting match as balls her in�ifth the game pro- The event was CASA’s senior cham- women’s�idence to topgo one player, better Marlene for next West, year.” in cess. She eventually took the pionship that takes place each year in a the mixed doubles to a decisive win match in a thrilling battle.” different participating Caribbean loca- against Trinidad to earn themselves a Emma said she refereed tion. The 2019 event took place in Guy- gold for Cayman, while Julian Jervis and ana’s capital Georgetown and partici- Jake Kelly gained bronze in the men’s refereeing at a senior CASA  The women's team gained bronze for Cayman Jade pating teams were Barbados, Bermuda, doubles and Eilidh Bridgeman and Jade event,this match, and it her pushed �irst timeher Pitcairn, Emma Turnbull, Eilidh Bridgeman, Lara Conol- BVI, Cayman Islands, Guyana, Jamaica, Pitcairn also gained bronze in the wom- heart rate through the roof. ly and Marlene West Trinidad and Tobago and St Vincent and en’s doubles. The team’s youngest play- the Grenadines. er at 17, Jade said she felt like Cayman category. With the help of our men and Cayman’s men’s team consisted of Hard fought wins played exceptionally well over the week. vets teams, Cayman was able to capture Cameron Stafford, Jake Kelly and Julian One of Cayman’s youngest senior “Eilidh Bridgeman and I won bronze the third-place overall trophy which Jervis and the women’s team was Mar- team members, Emma Turnbull, 19, said in the women’s doubles event playing hasn’t been done in many years.” lene West, Eilidh Bridgeman, Jade Pit- the competition was tough. possibly our best squash yet,” she said. Marlene had words of praise for the cairn, Lara Conolly and Emma Turnbull. “The team event is always my favourite entire team: Cayman also had a vets team of Marion event throughout the whole tournament “It was good to be back in the midst Goodall and Jody Jervis. onships,”“This was she my advised. �irst senior “It was CASA, a big hav-step because you are playing for your coun- of Caribbean squash after a few years of In the singles events, Cayman’s top men’s uping in played competition. in �ive The junior hardest CASA women’s champi- try instead of for yourself. The wom- being absent. I am extremely proud of player, Cameron, got silver to Jamaica’s top matches for the women’s team were en’s team was very strong this year and player, Chris Binnie, who took home his the ones against Trinidad, as Cayman every player on the Cayman team fought that we can continue to improve and get ninth winning trophy for Jamaica. needed to beat them to get the bronze. hard to claim third place in the women’s strongerthe efforts within of the the team region.” and am  con�ident

 Cameron Stafford came up against stiff competition from Jamaica's Chris Binnie in the  Marlene West and Cameron Stafford played Trinidad to win gold for Cayman men's final

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 Cameron Stafford, Julian Jervis and Jake Kelly won bronze for Cayman WORLD WATCH | REGIONAL C360 C�������� T���� Friday, August 30, 2019 | Issue No 421 PAGE B1 BOLSONARO DITHERS WHILE THE AMAZON BURNS I don’t know if Brazil’s president, Mining and logging are two of the main ventures and companies have burning of the Amazon rainforest and been venturing deeper and deeper into hisJair handlingBolsonaro, of theplays crisis the bear�iddle, stark but andthe the forest. troubling comparison to Rome’s Emper- Money and politics in Brazil are at the or Nero. centre of what global leaders and en- It might even be worse - and in some vironmentalists are calling an outrage respects it already is. and are demanding a halt to the policies The Amazon rainforest is regarded as driving the practices. the lungs of the world. But the right-wing populist president, So, it's understandable that if there’s a known for his bellicose pronounce- crisis as serious as the burning swathes ments, has been quite literally bulldoz- of its pristine jungle, the world would be ing his way past local and global oppo- concerned. sition to his policy of opening up the The G7 group of leading global clear- Amazon. ly is. The matter dominated this year’s His claims of pushing an economic summit in Biarritz, France. agenda, especially by freeing of lands for There’s no question of President Bol- small farmers have met severe criticism WORLDsanaro’s culpability WATCH and complicity in both at home and overseas. this crisis. Amidst growing tension over chal- He has actively encouraged the clear- lenges to his policies Mr Bolsonaro PAGEing of huge 10 swathesWednesday, of the Amazon Octoberfor 18, 2017 | Issue No 132 Caymanian Times farming and industrial exploitation. mental advisors. The resulting deforestation has been a recentlyBut pressure �ired one is growing of his main on President environ- Bolsonaro, a close ally of the US’s Don- deliberately by farmers and now burn- ald Trump - who is also pursuing ques- BRITAINingtrigger ut of point control. for wild�ires, some started tionableBRACES...for environmental policies. a hurricane TheIn an unusual alarming nature turn of of events, this Presi-year’s normal.When the matter of the Amazon London was already noticing the In the early hours of October 1987 Atlanticdent Bosanaro hurricane has rejectedseason is an making offer of its a wildfiresThis is camethe most up during powerful the stormG7 sum- to effects of this weather phenomenon southern England was battered by the impact$US22 millionfelt as grantfar north from as the the G7 Britishgroup havemit, hitPresident Ireland inTrump, over 50 who years. had pre- Monday afternoon with the skies turning unannounced Great Storm (they didn’t Isles.of nations (Canada, France, Germany, viously pulled the US of the Paris Cli- an orange tint and the sun taking on an have names then). The storm was Monday evening Italy,Mainland Japan, UKthe andUnited Northern Kingdom, Ireland and mate Change Accord, was noticeably eerie glow. ploughing its way north-eastwards The very experienced weather arethe Unitedbracing States)for a poundingto help battles from thethe absent. Weather experts explained that was forecaster who under-estimated its blazes. through Northern Ireland, which is part “maybe those resources are more rele- President Bolsonaro has also given remnants of Hurricane Ophelia which due to dust from the Sahara desert impending ferocity has found as much ofglobal the Unitedpressure Kingdom, on President before Bolsonaro sweeping vant to reforest Europe”. what appears to have been a hint that he has roared up through the North Atlantic that Ophelia had dragged through the notoriety as the storm itself which killed andcord was have battering been scorching the Irish huge Republic swathes on intois But,unrelenting Scotland. like the andAmazon the issue �ires ofso the far, Am- the atmosphereThere is also combined much hostility with haze between caused might accept the G7 aid after all…albeit 18 people and caused extensive damage. Mondayof Wild�iresthe Amazon with said gusts regionto closebe the causingto worst100 miles untoldon re- an Northern England, Wales as well President Bolsonaro and his French on his own ‘Trumpian’ terms. hour.ecological damage. as London and other areas in south- awaycounterpart as Portugal. Emmanuel Macron in par- Britain"First of is all, better Macron prepared has to withdrawthis time azonIt’s now wild�ires global has headline - pardon news the and pun can - ticular. his insults. He called me a liar. Before we east England were expected to feel the by the glow of forest fires from as far around. anAlready area about three half people the size have of beenBrazil. killed evenspread be like seen wild�ire. from space...by Brazil’s TheMr severeMacron extra-tropical has been an storm outspoken comes talk or accept anything from France... in NotOverIreland, only 9,000 andare �ires theythere are destroying burning,have been coveringthe power bio- effectsown space of the agency storm which, with high ironically, winds andhas justcritic a fewof the days Brazilian after the president’s30th anniversary envi- heIt must comes withdraw just a few these days words after thethen 25th we outagesdiversity andof the other area, disruptionsbut are disrupting which torrentialresulted in rain President forecast Bolsonaro for some regions,sacking ofronmental another weatherpolicies. phenomenon in this anniversarycan talk,” he hasof the stated. now infamous Great mightthe way take of life over of the a region'sweek to indigenous return to especiallythe head of those the sciencein the north. agency for cau- part of the world. StormIn the of meantime,1987. the Brazilan govern- peoples, and having a wider global con- tioning about the environment and cli- situation, Mr Bolsonaro is accused of ment has accepted a donation of 4US 5 tributory effect to climate change. mate change risks posed by his govern- mockingAdding the fuel French to an already president’s �lammable wife million from the Hollywood actor Leon- In the strangest of paradoxes, many of ment’s policies. on social media, and has accused the That President Bolsonaro is rejecting French leader of having a “colonialist” themselves, clearing and burning land the G7 offer of aid to help put out the attitude towards Brazil. ardoMight DiCaprio he have to helphad awith stronger �ighting argu- the forthe farmingindigenous - with farmers the approvalare �ire-starters of the In an encouraging sign, the Brazilian mentAmazon if he’d�ires. just complained that one Bolsonaro government. What’s even more alarming is his government has bowed somewhat to in- person’s offer of assistance was 25 per The resulting deforestation which has gas-lighting�ires is no alarming. of the issue in Trumpian ternational pressure in the past few days. cent of the combined offer of the seven ballooned since Mr Bolsano took power fashion. It has announced that it’s sending riches countries on the planet? has been accompanied by industrial ex- His government’s response to the of- It may take some time yet before the ploitation - much of illegal - but ignored fer of $22 million - around half of which blazes, and would be clamping down on by the authorities. is pledged by the UK - is to claim that illegalthousands operations of �ire-�ighters in the Amazon. to battle the guished.  �ires and the diplomatic spat are extin- Tropical Storm Dorian Makes Little Impact on Barbados, St Lucia Tropical Storm Dorian moved across However, she reminded residents that Barbados late last night and across St there were still three full months to go in Lucia this morning without causing any the season, and urged them to continue their preparedness efforts, and cleaning into the Eastern Caribbean Sea. up the country. signi�icantWarnings damage, and watches and is have now been heading dis- “The system allowed us to mobilize continued for Barbados and St Lucia and focus on some areas…. The work which were virtually unscathed, but at 8 a.m., a tropical storm warning remained ference in our state of readiness,” she in effect for Martinique, St. Vincent and said.done on Sunday made a signi�icant dif- the Grenadines and Puerto Rico; and a Mottley was joined by acting Attorney tropical storm watch was still in place for General, Wilfred Abrahams; Minister of Dominica, Grenada and its dependencies, Home Affairs, Edmund Hinkson; Direc- Saba and St. Eustatius, and the Domini- tor of the Department of Emergency can Republic from Isla Saona to Punta Management, Kerry Hinds; and other Palenque and from Samana to Puerto ministers who all gave agency updates. Plata. A hurricane watch is now also in Overall, Hinds indicated that there effect for Puerto Rico and the Dominican were reports of fallen trees, poles and Republic from Isla Saona to Samana. power lines in Christ Church, St. Andrew,  Prime Minister Mia Mottley joined by (from left) acting Attorney General, Wilfred Abrahams; The centre of Dorian passed across St. George, St. John, St. Michael and St. Minister of Health and Wellness, Lt. Col. Jeffrey Bostic; Minister of Martime Affairs and the Blue Economy, Kirk Humphrey; Minister of Home Affairs, Edmund Hinkson as they report the southern tip of Barbados at about Thomas, while there was one report of on the impact of Tropical Storm Dorian 10 o’clock last night and the island ex- a lifting galvanize, resulting in a lifting perienced sustained wind speeds of 38 roof and an evacuation in St. Peter. miles per hour with gusts up to 55 miles All reported incidents were assigned the shelters, in preparation for the re- Prime Minister Allen Chastanet urged per hour. Similar conditions persisted to members of the Roving Response sumption of regular activities. citizens to stay indoors until the all-clear for the following few hours with a grad- team, the Barbados Light and Power and The Royal Barbados Police Force also was given by the National Emergency ual decrease thereafter. the Ministry of Transport, Works and stated that there were no reports of inju- Management Organisation (NEMO). He But no major incidents, damage or Maintenance. Water outages were also ry or incidents, while Minister of Hous- said NEMO would issue a statement injuries were reported and the all-clear recorded in some parishes as a result ing and Lands George Payne said the 18 soon. was given at 5 a.m., with provisions be- of power failures by the Barbados Light houses that were put on standby in the At 8 a.m., Tropical Storm Dorian was ing made for the reopening of business- and Power Company Limited. event of damage, were not utilized. about 15 miles west-northwest of St es and the public service at 10 a.m. The Meanwhile, the Ionics Fresh Water No issues were reported at the Grant- Lucia, with maximum sustained winds Grantley Adams International Airport Ltd. Desalination Plant, which was tak- ley Adams International Airport or down to 50 miles per hour, and it was reopened at 7 a.m. seaports, nor was there any damage to moving towards the west-northwest During an early morning press brief- in operation and water tankers are be- at 13 miles per hour. But forecasters ing at the National Emergency Opera- ingen of�line dispatched during to the areas storm, still is affected now back by there were no reports of any incidents. say slow strengthening is expected tions Centre, Prime Minister Mia Mottley water outages. �ishermen’sAfter passing boats. Barbados On the late tourism last night, side, during the next 48 hours, and Dori- thanked Barbadians and all agencies Reports also indicate that everything Dorian storm passed over St Lucia this an is forecast to be near hurricane mobilized to ride out the stormCaribbean for their went well at the shelters, where a total atmorning, anda there Glancewere no initial re- strength when it moves close to Puer- compliance and commitment to ensur- of 103 people sought accommodation. ports of any major damage. But the na- to Rico and eastern Hispaniola tomor- ing that persons were safe. Cleaning crews will be deployed to clean tional shutdown is still in effect. row.  ADVERTISE WITH US 3 DAYS PER WEEK Monday, Wednesday and Friday Email : [email protected] 916-2000 | www.caymaniantimes.ky HURRICANE WATCH | HURRICANE CHECKLIST PAGE B2 Friday, August 30, 2019 | Issue No 421 C�������� T����

TROPICAL UPDATE Dorian Striking Puerto Rico, Virgin Islands; Hurricane Threat Grows For Southeast U.S. As at press time, 10am on Wednes- For now, Dorian's center is expected The latest National Hurricane Center Southeast coast or one slicing across the day, Tropical Storm Dorian was strik- to track to the east of the Turks and Ca- forecast has Dorian threatening the Florida Peninsula, then emerging into ing the Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico, icos and southeast Bahamas, but that is northwest Bahamas early this weekend, the Gulf of Mexico. subject to change. then parts of Florida, Georgia, perhaps Furthermore, it is increasingly likely Hurricane Maria, and is an increasing Dorian is then expected to bend to- the Carolinas later in the Labor Day hol- Dorian will both intensify and grow in dangerthe �irst to the storm Southeast there U.S., since including 2017's ward the west-northwest by Friday. iday weekend. size as it moves toward the Southeast Florida, over the Labor Day holiday Exactly when and how sharp that "However, there has been consider- U.S. It is possible Dorian may be a formi- weekend. leftward bend occurs will be critical in able run-to-run variability among the dable hurricane by that time. Dorian is expected to intensify once it determining where Dorian strikes the All interests in the Bahamas, the north- moves past Puerto Rico. southeast U.S. track remains low," the NHC said in a ern Gulf Coast, Florida and the Southeast forecastmodels, discussionso con�idence early in Wednesday. the long-term coast from Georgia to the Carolinas should Among the myriad track possibili- have their hurricane plans ready and ties are a track farther north along the monitor the forecast of Dorian closely. 

Suggested Hurricane Supply List To prepare for the unknown, each home should have buying items for a hurricane kit at one time a 72-hour Disaster Survival Kit. You will need to pack and keeps the items fresh. Yes even canned some essential items to help you and your family sur- goods have a shelf life! vive, whether you stay at home or leave it during a dis- aster. Baby Needs: Ensure at least three days (72 hours) supply for each • Special foods (enough for several days) person. Do not forget pets where applicable! The fol- • Formula (enough for several days) lowing is a minimum suggested list of Survival Kit sup- • Extra diapers plies: • Medicines (get a copy of prescription) • Blankets Drinking Water: • Diaper Rash Ointment • One gallon per person/per day in unbreakable • Baby Wipes containers, Avoid using containers that will decom- • Powder pose or break,l such as milk cartons or glass bottles. • Bottles A normally active person needs to drink at least two quarts of water each day. Hot environments and in- • Favorite toy/blanket • Sturdy shoes or work boots tense physical activity can double that amount. Chil- • MedicinePaci�ier dropper • Towels dren, nursing mothers, and ill people will need more. • Diaper-rash ointment • Rain gear • Don’t forget to add additional water for mixing for- • Blankets or sleeping bags mula if you have children and for your pets. Rotate the Sanitation • Pillows drinking water each year. • Toilet paper, towelettes, soap, baby wipes, liquid • Hat and gloves • Food preparation and sanitation require another hand sanitzer • Sunglasses two quarts (minimum) per person daily. • Liquid detergent • Tent • Purchased bottled water that has been sealed is • Feminine supplies • Lawn chairs best for storage. It meets FDA guidelines for food and is • Personal hygiene items (toothpaste, deodorant, not as vulnerable to temperature changes as unsealed shampoo etc.) Entertainment water • Plastic garbage bags, ties (for personal sanitation • Games • Tip: Purchase water this year and use it for drink- uses) • Books ing next year. This allows for rotation on an annual ba- • Plastic bucket with tight lid • Cards sis and keeps the water fresh. Yes water can go bad! • Household chlorine bleach, disinfectant • Extra batteries for gamesColoring books, crayons. • Plenty of absorbent towels Water for sanitation use: Miscellaneous • Store extra containers of water to be used for First Aid Kit • Wind-up or battery-operated clock • Paper, pencil each car. • Needles, thread be�lushing used iftoilets, you still cleaning, have running and bathing. water but are told to • AssembleAdhesive bandagesa �irst aid kitvarious for your sizes home – Sterile and one gauze for • Camping utensils • Purchase water puri�ication tablets (Halazone) to pads (various sizes) • Map of the area (for locating shelters) and return- bathtub and other containers without purchasing ex- • Germicidal hand wipes or waterless alcohol-based ing to the area. pensiveboil water drinking before water. using it. This allows you to �ill the hand sanitizer • Cash or traveler’s checks • Tip: Keep plastic containers (milk jugs and oth- • Non-latex gloves – Adhesive tape – Anti-bacterial • Tip: Have enough cash to sustain you through a 2 ointment – Antiseptic spray week period. Without electricity, most businesses (if threatens. You can put these items in the freezer to keep • Cold packs (non refrigerated type) – Scissors – open) will not accept credit cards and may not accept fooder containers) cold longer and in the �ill event them that with the water electricity when goes a storm out. Tweezers – Rubbing alcohol traveler’s checks. • CPR breathing barrier, such as a face shield – Ther- • Emergency preparedness manual Non-perishable Food: mometer, Safety pins. • Citronella candles • Maintain at least 3-7 days of food for each member of the family. Non-Prescription Drugs Not evacuating and staying home? • Small, preferably single serving cans (should not • Aspirin or nonaspirin pain reliever, Benadryl, per- • Ensure you have enough food, water, medications, require cooking or refrigeration). Dried fruit, peanut oxide and other supplies in your survival kit to last at least 2 butter and jelly, coffee, tea, soft drinks and pet foods. • Anti-diarrhea medication, Antacid (for stomach weeks. • Ready-to-eat canned meats, fruits and vegetables. upset) • Turn refrigerator to coldest setting and keep • Canned juices, milk, soup (if powdered, store extra • Syrup of Ipecac (use to induce vomiting if advised closed. water). by the Poison Control Center) • Turn off propane tanks. • Staples – sugar, salt, pepper in water proof con- • Laxative • Unplug small appliances. tainers. • Activated charcoal (use if advised by the Poison • Fill bathtub and other containers with water for • High energy foods like crackers, granola bars, trail Control Center) mix. drinking. • Raw vegetables that do not need refrigeration. Prescription Drugs cleaning• Cover and all windows �lushing. Additionaland other openings water is with stored hard- for • Fresh bread. • Heart and high blood pressure medication ened protections. If you do not have manufactured • Comfort/stress foods – cookies, hard candy, sweet- • Insulin (enough for a 30 day supply) shutters, cut plywood and secure to protect the win- ened cereals, lollipops, instant coffee, tea bags. • Hearing Aid and extra batteries dows. • Sterno for cooking. • Prescription drugs • Close all interior doors and brace outer doors. • Vitamins • Denture needs • Select an interior room to use as a safe room. • Food for infants • Contact lenses and supplies • Plan as though you were evacuating and have • Paper cups, plates, and plastic utensils • Extra eye glasses enough cash on hand to sustain purchasing of gas, food, • Non-electric can opener • Tip: If your insurance will allow, get a 90 day sup- and other supplies in the days following the storm. • Aluminum foil ply of prescriptions and have at least a 30 day supply • If you have a generator, ensure you have enough • Plastic storage containers on hand. n’t wait until a couple of days before a storm gas on hand to sustain usage for several days. • Lots of ice (you can freeze your water supply) • Pedialyte (to restore hydration if needed) the lines arevery quickly. • Tip: Purchase only items that you like to eat and to go to the pyou may not get your prescription re�illed; there• Ensure may not you be have any suf�icient electricity medications and pharmacies in case willyou would eat even without a storm. Rotate these items by Clothing and Bedding probablyare con�ined closed to your even home with fora minor several storm. days. Post-storm using them Dec-May each year and purchasing new Include at least one complete change of clothing and • Plan to cook on a camp stove or grill in the days items Jan-May. This allows you to reduce the cost of footwear per person. immediately after the storm passes.  GLOBAL NEWS BRIEFS C�������� T���� Friday, August 30, 2019 | Issue No 421 PAGE B3

GLOBAL NEWS BRIEFS Trudeau aura tainted Philippines promotes as elections approach retirement idyll With Canada’s general elections The Philippines is approaching in October, its Prime becoming one of the Minister, Justin Trudeau, must be most attractive plac- worried of staying in power. es in the world for Mr Trudeau started his term in tranquillity, quality of 2015 by presenting a gender-bal- life and affordability. anced, multicultural Cabinet, Whether some- which he said was a signal that one is spending their his Liberal government would golden years sitting pursue policies of social equali- outside a villa with ty at home, the “highest ethical sunset views and sea standards” in government and breezes, or with their Canadian leadership abroad.  Justin Trudeau’s popularity has collapsed feet propped up in Just 43, movie-star handsome a penthouse within and bearing one of the most famous a bustling city, their names in the country’s politics, Mr press secretary to Mr Trudeau’s father, dream retirement Trudeau sparked hopes at his inaugura- formerfounder Prime of Media Minister Pro�ile Pierre and Trudeau. onetime home could be in the  The Philippines is a magnet for expat retirees tion that he would raise Ottawa’s clout Philippines. and visibility around the world simply Mr. Trudeau’s highest-ranking aborig- Its geographic diversity, tropical cli- ping the list. The US, the UK, Germany, through the force of his personality. inal“That’s Cabinet all back�ired.” minister, Attorney General mate, relatively low-cost services and and Australia are also among the top But four years later, Cabinet resigna- Jody Wilson-Raybould, resigned this facilities and proximity to the rest of 10 sources of foreign retirees in the tions, a damaging ethics scandal, the year after accusing her boss of pres- Southeast Asia has made the Philip- country. grind of governing and battles with the suring her to reduce criminal charges pines an appealing option for expats In the Philippines, retirees can lead a provinces have dimmed Mr Trudeau’s against the Montreal-based SNC-Lava- and retirees alike. comfortable life for less than US$1,000 lustre. Canada’s 23rd prime minister is lin, a politically connected global engi- Data from the Philippine Retire- per month, including accommodation, now facing a tough battle for a second ment Authority, a government-owned dining out and domestic travel. The term in Oct. 21 elections. crown jewels of Mr Trudeau’s political corporation mandated to develop country also offers many good busi- “He started out by taking this high- baseneering of Quebec. �irm that Though is one ofMs the Wilson-Ray- corporate and promote the country as a retire- ness and investment opportunities toned, morally uplifting plan to lift hun- ment haven, shows that there are over due to its steady growth. dreds of thousands of people out of pov- found Mr Trudeau broke no laws, the 64,500 foreign retirees currently liv- For those looking at the Philippines erty, a dedication to the environment, long-runningbould and an investigation of�icial ethics tarnished inquiry ing in the Philippines. as a potential retirement destination, and especially a change towards wom- his political brand just as the election Most of them (83 percent) are PRA recommends Dumaguete, Cebu, en and aboriginals,” said Pat Gossage, season was gearing up.  Asians, with people from China top- Davao and Makati in Metro Manila.  First Lady is going to Cubans not allowed on prison own beaches Honduran Su- Cuba’s constitution preme Court has guarantees its people found the ex-First access to its beaches, Lady Rosa Elena Bo- but many locals are nilla de Lobo guilty unable to enjoy the is- of siphoning funds land’s pristine white from programs de- sands and crystal-clear signed to help poor blue waters. children in a case While foreign tour- that became known as “Caja Chica de la adisiacal Havana sites Dama” (The Lady’s asists �lockVaradero, to such which par- Box). The Court de-  Rosa Elena Bonilla de Lobo misappropriated $770,000 was this year named livered the sentence the second most-beau-  Cubans are prevented from certain beaches after press time. Mrs Bonilla’s former private sec- tiful beach in the world Mrs Bonilla is facing between 58 retary Saúl Escobar Puerto was also by American travel website TripAdvisor, and 87 years in jail as the Tegucigalpa pronounced guilty, while her broth- Cubans are typically found elsewhere. court convicted her of three counts of er-in-law, Mauricio Moro Padilla, was “Not many tourists come here,” said dentsalthough like tourism the late of�icials writer Reinaldodeny this. Are- misappropriation and eight of fraud. acquitted. 43-year-old Rey Gonzalez, who was en- nasDespite complained the of�icial that they party couldn’t line, dissi-go to Between 2010 and 2014 - at the time Mrs Bonilla’s lawyer, as media re- joying a day at Guanabo, a beach east of certain beaches that were reserved for ported, said she will seek to overturn the capital. members of trade unions. country’s president - the former First the sentence, while her husband said Guanabo’s sand isn’t as white and the Likewise, for many years, Cubans were Ladyher husbanddiverted Por�irioto her own Lobo account was theup he “will not rest until his Rose is free.” water not quite as clear as Varadero’s, banned from hotels, and today they’re to US$770,000 in public funds, includ- He has already announced he would but that mattered little to Mr Gonzalez, still not allowed to board boats. Another ing international donations for social appeal to Inter-American Commission who was there with his family. reason Cubans are kept off their island’s programs. on Human Rights, if needed. “For me, all the beaches are the same: beaches is tourism. She then used the money to cover US Federal prosecutors accused ear- the sand, the sea … you don’t see the dif- Last year’s 4.75 million visitors personal expenses, such as construc- ference when you’re swimming,” said brought in US$3.3bil, money the Cuban tion projects, medical bills, jewellery his successor, Honduran President Mr Gonzalez. government sorely needs as it struggles or her children’s education. Juanlier this Orlando month Hernández, Mr Por�irio of “receiving Lobo and Guanabo beach may not be the best under crippling US sanctions. Mrs Bonilla was arrested early last campaign contributions from cocaine or prettiest beach in Havana, but it’s At least one hotel in Varadero adver- year along with her brother-in-law the only one that’s easily accessible to tises an exclusive beach, and locals say and was charged with running a mon- but both Mr Lobo and Mr Hernández locals. Like everything else in commu- over-zealous security guards kick them ey laundering ring. deniedtraf�ickers the inaccusations. exchange for  protection,” nist Cuba, beaches are a political issue, off hotel beaches.  Desperate Venezuela Revellers swelter at now using euros Carnival From supermarket checkouts Britain has seen the in the capital Caracas to elec- hottest late August Bank tronics stores in the central city Holiday Monday ever, of Maracay, Venezuelans strug- as temperatures soared across the UK. Daytime deep economic crisis are turning temperatures in the UK togling a new with form hyperin�lation of currency and– eu- a were as high as the Cay- ros. man Islands. Temperatures reached made even large piles of the lo- 33.2C (91.8F) at Heath- calRunaway bolivar currency in�lation worthless that has row by mid-afternoon - combined with the socialist government’s relaxation of re- ing the previous record strictions on the use of foreign ofthe 28.2C Met Of�ice set twosaid, yearsbeat- currency - has encouraged Vene-  Venezuelans are relying on euros now ago. zuelans to turn to dollar bills for The blazing sunshine everyday transactions in the past year. The increased use of euros follows the of the hottest Bank Hol- But in the past four months, euros United States imposing a series of sanc- iday Monday on record have also started proliferating in mar- tions on the OPEC nation’s oil industry. provided the perfect kets and stores in the South American backdrop for the vibran-  The 60th Notting Hill Carnival was the hottest country. to state oil company PDVSA, as Wash- cy of Notting Hill Carni- With the stock of dollars in circulation With the US �inancial system closed val. Trawsgoed near Aberystwyth still far greater than euros, Venezuelan Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro’s The leafy trees across the west saw the top temperature of 24.3C in merchants tend to quote items at the administration,ington tries to the cripple company the �inances has asked of London suburb provided shade for Wales, while Scotland's highest was same price in the European and US cur- clients to make payments for crude ex- thousands of revellers to enjoy the 24C at Fyvie Castle in Aberdeenshire. rency - ignoring the euro’s higher value ports in euros. booming sounds of the parade as it In Northern Ireland, thermometers on international markets. And with international companies in- went by. peaked at 21.2C in Killowen. “That’s just how it works here,” said creasingly hesitant to pay using tracea- On Sunday, the record for the hottest Oscar Ramirez, an electronics trader at ble bank transfers for fear of being hit piled out to mark the long-standing late August Bank Holiday weekend the City Market shopping centre in east- with US sanctions themselves, PDVSA celebrationMusic �illed of Caribbean the streets heritage as people in was broken, with a high of 33.3C. ern Caracas’ Sabana Grande neighbour- has collected payment for at least two the capital. It was the 60th staging and Last month, the UK's highest ever hood, who was quoting phones at the shipments of exported crude in euros over one million people attended on same price in both currencies. cash via intermediaries.  both days. Cambridge at 38.7C.  temperature was of�icially recorded in INTERNATIONAL SPORTS PAGE B4 Friday, August 30, 2019 | Issue No 421 C�������� T���� Loma skills prove he’s No.1 Vasyl Lomachenko, the best boxer in the world, dis- Campbell, 31, can win Lomachenko's WBA and WBO plays his amazing skills again this weekend, this time world lightweight titles on Saturday and claim the vacant in London. WBC belt, claims his trainer. But the likelihood is slim. The brilliant Ukrainian was a formidable amateur Lomachenko, also 31, is a betting favourite because and has boxed at world title level since turning pro six he boasts a stellar reputation. years ago. He easily tops the pound-for-pound rank- "Lomachenko is not unbeatable and we have the ings and could stay there for years. He has unbeliev- attributes to be able to take away some of his quali- able speed, power, technique and footwork derived ties," McGuigan said. "I expect one of the best technical from being an accomplished dancer. Nevertheless, Luke Campbell will produce "one of the biggest upsets in British boxing history" by beat- the�ights biggest in the upsets UK ever. in TwoBritish Olympic boxing gold history." medallists, two ing Lomachenko, says his trainer Shane McGuigan. skilledLoma, �ighters, who took full Olympic of power, gold speed in 2008 and and, I expect like Camp-one of But that sounds like a hollow boast considering the bell, at London 2012, has never boxed as a professional champ’s mesmerising ability. in the UK going into Saturday's O2 Arena bout. He has gone on to win world titles at featherweight, super-featherweight and lightweight at record pace but acknowledges that at 5ft 7in, he will face a stiff  Vasyl Lomachenko is boxing’s most brilliant talent challenge with a size and reach disadvantage given Campbell's 5ft 9in frame. Campbell, by comparison, patiently built to his only McGuigan added: "When you're moving up in world title shot to date - a narrow points defeat by weights like Loma has, he had so many more attributes Jorge Linares in 2017 - and has reeled off three wins as a featherweight than he does now as a lightweight. since. We have the frame which is a big advantage for us. "This is just the start," Hull's Campbell said. "This

roughly, Loma had 396 and lost one. But his body is around it. You have to believe in yourself. I work in the seeing"They a lot are of both wear 31, and Luke tear. hadHis dad 160 is amateur strategic �ights with gym,�ight ishave the ice start baths, of my eat career, clean, that's I do it how all, soI get why my would head training, doing low impact stuff, maybe because there I not believe in myself? I'd be silly not to. are injuries. It wouldn't surprise me if Luke were to walk him onto a shot and stop him that it came out there was an injury or something like that." capital,"Some I mustway, Ibe will doing win somethingthis �ight, byright'. doing This what is what I do Lomachenko's incredible amateur record has result- best. I sometimes think 'I have sold a �ight out in the ed in 13 of his 14 professional bouts being for world ing out and everyone will be screaming my name, it  Luke Campbell has little chance of beating Loma titles - with just one loss on his record. willevery be �ighter amazing." dreams  of - a massive, pinnacle �ight, sell- Holder wants better Crooks: Racists may get from batsmen attacked by players Captain Jason Holder has urged his batsmen to improve Racist abuse is so prevalent in football now, after West Indies' chastening 318-run defeat to India in the especially in England, that former Tottenham opening Test I Antigua. striker Garth Crooks fears a player could attack Set an improbable 419 runs for victory on the penultimate an abuser. day at the Vivian Richards Cricket Stadium, West Indies crum- Football could experience another "Eric Canto- na moment" if government action is not taken to Only number nine Kemar Roach, with a cavalier 31-ball 38 stop the racial abuse of players, says Crooks. showedbled in quick any resistance time on a �latand pitch he was for justexactly one 100. of three batsmen striker Marcus Rashford have been abused on so- seriously in the mirror,” Holder said. cialManchester media after United missing mid�ielder penalties in Paul the Pogbapast week. and in double �igures. “Each batter has got to look at themselves United forward Cantona infamously launched a we've been gifting our wickets, not letting the opposition work kung-fu style kick on a Crystal Palace fan in the “We've just got to �ind solutions. I think more often than not crowd after claiming he was abused during a focus on. game at Selhurst Park in January 1995. for“If our we wicketsare going and to Iget think out, that'swe've onegot toarea make we thecan opposition de�initely "If something drastic is not done soon we might work hard for our wickets. I think we can go through the dismiss- be reliving an Eric Cantona moment and, if we als in this Test match and there were quite a few soft dismissals. do, the game will only have itself to blame," said Crooks, a trustee of anti-discrimination charity game. We fell short by quite a few runs. I felt the wicket has Kick It Out. been“Our a very batters good de�initely wicket. did not come to the party in this "I never thought I'd be talking about football- “The initial phase with the new ball was probably the hard- ers receiving racial abuse in this day and age, and est point that a batsman should fear, I think after that it gets certainly not on the industrial scale we are talk- pretty easy. We just didn't get enough runs in this game.” ing about at the moment. West Indies were ripped to shreds by the superb Jasprit "Racial abuse on social media is out of control and abuse in football grounds is not far behind." Twitter has said it will meet any stakeholders Bumrah,His new-ball who produced partner Ishanthigh class Sharma swing picked bowling up tothree �inish for with 31, to show the "proactive work" being done to tackle while�ive wickets fellow forpacer seven Mohammed runs from Shami eight overs.claimed two for 13.  abuse after 26-year-old France international Pog- ba was targeted following a missed penalty in a 1-1 draw at Wolves. Several of Pogba's team-mates - including 21-year-old England striker Rashford, who was  Marcus Rashford’s missed penalty led to abuse targeted after missing from the spot during the shock 2-1 home defeat by Palace on Saturday statements denouncing these trolls, but the gov- - criticised the abuse, while England women's ernment must introduce legislation quickly." manager Phil Neville called for footballers to World Cup winner Pogba posted a message on "boycott" social media. social media on Sunday saying racist abuse "can "Phil Neville was compelled to make the point that we have to take drastic measures now as a for the next generation". football community. I think he's right," added only"Racist make insults me stronger are ignorance," and motivate he said me in to a mes-�ight Crooks. sage on Twitter, accompanied by a photograph "Managers and players must boycott social me- showing him holding his baby alongside portraits dia. The Professional Footballers' Association's of his late father Fassou Antoine and civil rights outstanding #Enough campaign was a start but activist Martin Luther King. clearly not enough. "My ancestors and my parents suffered for my "The game's authorities and the Department generation to be free today, to work, to take the  Jason Holder was let down by his batsmen for Culture, Media and Sport have made strong bus, to play football."  With injuries, he had no Luck The stunning news that Andrew Luck has decided consider why he didn’t choose that moment to hang up to retire from the Indianapolis Colts at the age of 29, his cleats. Instead he dug in. Until he could no more. on the brink of the new season, has surprised the NFL He said: “For the last four years or so, I've been in community. Luck by name but not in avoiding serious this cycle of injury, pain, rehab, injury, pain, rehab, and injuries. it's be unceasing, unrelenting, both in-season and off- Luck may have been forced to give up his NFL career, season, and I felt stuck in it. The only way I see out is to but he is no quitter. Based on his goodbye at the podi- no longer play football.” um he is evidently in pain, emotionally, now, as much Luck was supposed to announce his retirement after as physically. the Colts’ pre-season game against the Chicago Bears An outstanding talent at quarterback, he was drafted but, perhaps inevitably, the news leaked out. Meaning by No 1 overall out of Stanford by the Indianapolis Colts back in 2012, following the team’s decision to move on lines throughout, he was met with a cascade of boos. from a future Hall of Famer in Peyton Manning. Luck theBoos, time remember,Luck left the because �ield, having in the been eyes stood of those on the Colts side made the Pro Bowl, the end-of-season friendly fea- supporters Luck has left them high and dry, with the  Andrew Luck could not take anymore injury turing that season’s best players (excluding those in new season set to begin on Sept. 8. "I’d be lying if I didn’t say I heard the reaction. It hurt; guiding the Colts to the play-offs. He was elite. Trying I’ll be honest,” he said. chance to celebrate both the player - 171 touchdowns, the Super Bowl), during his �irst three seasons after Of course leaving the Colts in the lurch was never his aannouncement very strong career and Luck'spasser pro�ile,rating of but 89.5 this - but is alsomore a 'good' is hard enough. intention, but as with any great sportsman, when the importantly the man. to His�ind fourth a quarterback Pro Bowl at appearance the NFL level came who earlier is merely this passion goes there is nothing else really left to play for. Odd as it might sound given Luck plays in a sport year, when Luck also claimed the NFL’s Comeback This is not about money, because Luck is walking where 300lb defensive players are doing their best to Player of the Year award, having seemingly put the se- away from hundreds of millions of dollars. It is about crush him each week, Luck has always been admired rious shoulder injury he suffered back in 2016 behind for just how nice a person he is. Those same defenders him. porters woke up on Sunday morning and felt different- were often complimented for their work by Luck while That injury forced him to miss the entire 2017 cam- ly.�inding Hopefully. a release. You would imagine those Colts sup- paign. Those with the audacity to question his tough- As sporting retirements go it sits up there with the ‘Gridiron Heights’ produced by Bleacher Report is con- ness and character in the wake of his retirement should most surprising in memory given the timing of the stantlyhe laid apologisingout on the �ield.for everything, His character to everyone. in the satirical  PUZZLES | COMICS C�������� T���� Friday, August 30, 2019 | Issue No 421 PAGE B5

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