Daily Archive: Monday, July 30, 2012

(Jamaica Gleaner) Supreme Court Judge Bryan Sykes has ruled that the monopoly power distribution license granted to the Jamaica Public Service Company (JPS) is not valid.

The police say they are investigating a fatal accident that occurred at about 0630h.

(WICB) Kingston, Jamaica — The West Indies Cricket Board’s Selection Panel today called up fast bowler Fidel Edwards to replace Ravi Rampaul in the 13-man squad for the second and final Digicel Test match against New Zealand.

Saying that over 200 dredges and over 2000 workers are at risk as a result of the protest in Linden, Minister of Natural Resources and the Environment, Robert Persaud has today reiterated a call for the protestors to desist from blocking thoroughfares.

NEW DELHI, (Reuters) – Grid failure left more than 300 million people without power in New Delhi and much of northern India for hours today in the worst blackout for more than a decade, highlighting chronic infrastructure woes holding back Asia’s third-largest economy.

NAIROBI,  (Reuters) – Kenyan police have arrested a Venezuelan diplomat over the killing of the country’s charges d’affaires in her official residence, the High Court heard today.

LONDON,  (Reuters) – The ancient Greeks believed athletes should avoid sex before sport, but modern Olympians and scientists are torn over the merits of in-competition coitus and whether abstinence enhances performance.

LONDON,  (Reuters) – Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand has been charged over a comment on Twitter which referred to Chelsea’s Ashley Cole as a “choc ice”, the English FA said today.

LONDON,  (Reuters) – Swiss soccer player Michel Morganella was expelled from the London Olympics today for sending a racist message on Twitter after his team’s defeat by South Korea, the Swiss team said.

(Jamaica Observer) A Baptist pastor from St Ann used his sermon at yesterday’s National Independence Thanksgiving Service inside the Holy Trinity Cathedral in Kingston to blast the nation’s leaders, and charged that Jamaica is pervaded by hustlers.

It has been confirmed that the funeral for the three men who were killed by police during a protest in Linden on July 18th, 2012 will take place on Wednesday, August 1, 2012.

(Jamaica Observer) Telecommunications company LIME yesterday announced that it was slashing its landline to mobile rate to J$6.99 and that it will also start billing those calls on a per second basis.

A number of vehicles which were in Linden turned up this morning at the Kara Kara bridge in anticipation of a clear passage to Georgetown and were disappointed.

Newly-elected PNCR Leader David Granger says there is much work ahead for the party and he has lauded outgoing leader Robert Corbin.

ANKARA,  (Reuters) – The deputy police chief of Syria’s western Latakia city, a brigadier-general, defected and fled to Turkey overnight with 11 other Syrian officers, a Turkish official said today.

Up to 2 am today, no official results from the PNCR Biennial Congress’s election of office bearers were announced however reliable sources say David Granger, 66, has prevailed overwhelmingly against closest rival Carl Greenidge, winning the post of Leader of the PNCR.

The Joint Services last evening announced that they had secured the approach to Linden and vowed to keep the corridor clear even as residents continue to place roadblocks elsewhere as protests continued for the 12th day yesterday in the wake of the killing of three protesters by police.

Amidst increasing unease in the gold mining sector over the industry’s future, the government has said that to date it has not signed on to any international document or made any commitment on the banning of mercury and will continue to engage all stakeholders on this issue.

A 23-year old man is in a critical condition at the Georgetown Public Hospital (GPH) after he was speared on Saturday night by his uncle reportedly after he was caught in a compromising position with a female.

Police say that at about 1630h on Saturday, a woman who was in the company of a man at a liquor bar at Arakaka, NWD, approached a policeman in civilian clothing who was walking along the roadway at the time, and after a conversation went back into the bar.

A US$8.5 million ($1.7B) Trust to manage Guyana’s protected areas, funded by the German Government and Conservation International was launched on Friday amid assurances that logging, mining and other natural resources industries would not be affected.

Relatives of murdered Pest Co. boss, Mohamed Salahudeen Bacchus Baksh believe that the police are ignoring clues as had occurred when an attempt was made on the businessman’s life back in 2008 but they are confident that in time the truth will be revealed.

Residents of Kwakwani are set to continue their protest action against the recently installed Interim Management Committee (IMC) even as stallholders on Friday refused to pay their rentals to the person identified as the chairperson of the IMC.

Police on the East Bank of Demerara (EBD) are searching for four men who ransacked the home of a Grove Housing Scheme businessman on Saturday night and carted off cash, household items and several documents.

The family of Mibicuri, Black Bush Polder resident Seelall Hemlall is accusing staff at the Mibicuri and New Amsterdam hospitals, of poor care and negligence, after he developed an infection.

Residents of No. 4 Village, West Coast Berbice are peeved that a businessman in the area has blocked a drain in front of a dam to access a burial ground from where he is removing dirt.

A 25-year-old man who stabbed his uncle was on Friday  remanded to prison until today when he will be sentenced for the offence.

Local Honda distributor Marics and Company on Friday launched the newest line of the Honda CR-V 2012 series, dubbing it the car of the future, with safety and quality its foremost priority.

A 23-year-old man who assaulted his ex-girlfriend at their workplace was on Friday ordered by Chief Magistrate Priya Sewnarine-Beharry to undergo counselling and return to court on September 27 for sentencing.

A Venezuelan who had an unlicensed gun and ammunition in his possession was on Friday  remanded to prison for sentencing today when he appeared before Chief Magistrate Priya Sewnarine-Beharry.

Cabinet has approved the appointment of members of the Board of Directors of the National Commission on the Elderly under the chairmanship of retired Justice Donald Trotman.

CARICOM Secretary-General, Irwin LaRocque is in the Republic of Korea on an official visit.

By Emmerson Campbell On a night when the local bodybuilding stars showcased their talent, Kerwin Clarke shone the brightest on Saturday, clinching two titles at this year’s third biennial Malta Supreme Hugh Ross Classic (HRC) Bodybuilding & Fitness Show at the National Cultural Centre.

Guyana’s quest for medals suffered a slight setback when Judoka Raul Lall of the Rising Sun Doho, was defeated by Saudi Arabia’s Eisa Majrashi in the Men’s, 60kg second round clash on Saturday.

President of the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI), Clinton Urling made a pitch for commercial banks to come up with different lending models to cater for businesses that would not qualify under existing rules.

Junior Sportswoman of the Year Priyanna Ramdhani was the only successful badminton player when the XXI Pan American Junior Badminton Championships climaxed in Alberta, Canada on Saturday.

A 16-member steering committee is assisting with  identifying 30 youth leaders for a  project aimed at addressing the challenges of inadequate youth participation in government, the Government Information Agency (GINA) said in a press release on Friday.

NORTH SOUND, Antigua, CMC – Kemar Roach put the chains in motion before Chris Gayle coolly navigated West Indies to a nine-wicket victory over New Zealand in the first Test here yesterday.

Hikers Generals battled to two victories Saturday evening to surge back into contention on the third night of the Noble House Goals Galore Indoor Hockey tournament at the National Gymnasium on Mandela Avenue.

The Guyana Public Service Union (GPSU) is seeking a meeting with the  Public Service Ministry to have discussions on wages, salaries and allowances for this year, as well as other matters pertaining to the public sector modernization project.

Cleared: The cleared Kara Kara bridge yesterday. The rail at the right was damaged during the Joint Services operation to remove the blockade.

ALEPPO, Syria,  (Reuters) – Syrian troops said they had recaptured a district of Syria’s largest city Aleppo, after heavy fighting against rebels who remain in control of swathes of the commercial hub despite being pushed out of the capital Damascus.

Dear Editor, As the situation in Lethem worsens due to the acute shortage of critical supplies, such as rations and fuel, as a consequence of the protest action in Linden, residents of this community are wondering if we are collateral damage in this ongoing saga and whether our needs are not considered important enough for those so called freedom activists, leaders and politicians to encourage the protestors to allow at least fuel and rations to pass through en route to Lethem and other outlying communities which are presently being affected by this protest.

Guyana’s Junior Jaguars went down to Trinidad and Tobago 2-0 as the Trinidadians ended the four-nation Group playoff unbeaten to advance to the next round of the CFU/CONCACAF Under-17 World Cup qualification tournament.

(Trinidad Guardian) Police Commissioner Dwayne Gibbs and his deputy Jack Ewatski are reportedly under the gun.

(Trinidad Express) Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar has defended her right to own a new, high-end luxury vehicle and yesterday dismissed any suggestion that it was a gift.

AURORA, Colo., (Reuters) – Colorado shooting suspect James Holmes was likely facing eviction from the Aurora apartment that authorities say he booby-trapped with explosives last week, neighbours said.

Dear Editor, After reading and re-reading Mr Anand Goolsarran’s carefully crafted letter to SN, Sunday, July 22, one feels compelled to make some observations, even though they relate to what may be regarded as (minor) details.

LONDON,  (Reuters) – Swimmer Michael Phelps won his 17th Olympic medal to take him closer to the all-time mark, but his U.S.

Stabroek News recently visited the community of Matthews Ridge in the North West District and persons there were asked about life in their community, issues affecting them and matters which needed to be addressed by the authorities.

Dear Editor, I feel sorry for President Ramotar. Though the bulk of my sympathy is usually reserved for the suffering masses, there is still some left for the man.

OROMOMO, Bolivia, (Reuters) – Bolivia’s leftist government opened a consultation process yesterday with indigenous people to decide the fate of a proposed highway that has drawn sharp criticism on environmental grounds.

By Iva Wharton The Guyana Table Tennis Association (GTTA) Saturday handed over just over eight hundred thousand dollars in cash incentives to players and coaches of the national junior team their sterling performances at the just-concluded Pre-Cadet and Cadet Caribbean championships in Jamaica.

WASHINGTON, (Reuters) – U.S. Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia yesterday renewed his criticism of Chief Justice John Roberts’ reasoning in upholding President Barack Obama’s 2010 healthcare law and also said the Constitution undoubtedly permits some gun control.

Regatta and Beenie Man: Dancehall star Beenie Man greeting fans yesterday on arriving by jet boat at the Bartica Summer Regatta.

Dear Editor, The opening of the 30th Olympic Games in London 2012, I have to say was what I expected of the ceremony, and it was very satisfying.

(Jamaica Gleaner) The planned September timeline for the completion of the Palisadoes rehabilitation work is going to be missed, but the National Works Agency (NWA) insists this will not increase the just over US$65 million budgeted for the project.

By Iva Wharton Gaining membership in the Americas Federation of Netball Association (AFNA) was a great accomplishment for Guyana but questions are being raised about Guyana’s readiness for such a challenge given its performance in the just-concluded AFNA championship held at the Jean Pierre Complex, Trinidad.

SINGAPORE, (Reuters) – From giant whirlpools to currents 1,000 km wide, scientists said yesterday they have uncovered how vast amounts of carbon are locked away in the depths of the Southern Ocean, boosting researchers ability to detect the impact of climate change.

It is now twelve days since the first of five days of community protest in Linden, when teargas and live rounds were fired into crowds of unarmed women, children and men, killing three men and injuring 20.

Former national volleyball captain Ian Wills was yesterday elected president of the Demerara Volleyball Association at its Annual General Mmeeting held at the Allied Arts building, Queen’s College.

Dear Editor, I thank you for publishing my letter of 16th July under the heading `Inverter Issue’ in your July 28th issue of SN and seek your further help in correcting the impression given by Mr.

The Audit Office is committed to promoting good governance including openness, transparency and improved accountability through: (a) the execution of high quality audits; (b) timely reporting to the Legislature and ultimately the public; and (c) ensuring the independence and objectivity of the Office.

That President Ramotar was unable to travel to Linden on Saturday as planned is another sign of how unsure the administration is of itself and incapable when it comes to handling crises.

(Jamaica Observer) Santa Cruz, Jamaica — Police are probing the circumstances surrounding the shooting death of a 16 year-old boy, said to be a student of Newell High School while he slept at his home in Slipe, SW St Elizabeth in the early hours of Saturday morning.

Politikles

(Reuters) – Supplements containing a compound found in curry spice may help prevent diabetes in people at high risk, according to a Thai study.

(Trinidad Express) A father of a three was killed on Saturday afternoon outside his workplace in San Fernando.

(Trinidad Express) Opposition Leader Dr Keith Rowley has lodged a number of complaints against National Security Minister Jack Warner with the Integrity Commission, as part of a plan to have him removed from the Government’s Cabinet.

LONDON,  (Reuters) – Spain’s bid to add the Olympic title to their World and European crowns ended in acrimony yesterday after a shock 1-0 defeat by Honduras left them unable to reach the knockout stage.