Jamaica Observer: Dalling stands firm

October 25, 2018

PRN-Caribbean News Jamaica Observer: Dalling stands firm Jamaica Observer: Brown Burke blames Gov't for flooding in the city Jamaica Observer: NEPA says it's safeguarding future of endemic species Jamaica Observer: Saudi Arabia again changes its story on Khashoggi killing Jamaica Observer: Grenada prime minister disturbed by increase in sex crimes Jamaica Observer: IDB provides funds to help Jamaica prepare for natural disasters Latin American Herald Tribune: Giant Animal Figures Draw Stares in Chilean Capital Latin American Herald Tribune: Israel Bombs Gaza in Retaliation to Rocket Launch from Enclave Latin American Herald Tribune: British Regulator Fines Facebook over Data Protection Breaches Latin American Herald Tribune: Regional Polling in Germany Suggests Merkel’s Coalition Braced for Fresh Blow Latin American Herald Tribune: Former IMF Head Enters Jail for Corruption Crimes, Apologizes for Mistakes Latin American Herald Tribune: Around 150 US-Bound Honduran Migrants Return from Mexico Latin American Herald Tribune: MotoGP Champion Marquez Says Will Be Up for Task at Phillip Island Latin American Herald Tribune: Italian Police Arrest 2 Men Suspected of Rape, Murder of Teenage Girl Latin American Herald Tribune: Italy’s Salvini Jeered, Accused of Politicizing Murder of Teenager in Rome Latin American Herald Tribune: Price Helps Red Sox Widen Lead in World Series Latin American Herald Tribune: Australia Beats UK to Win Wheelchair Rugby Gold at Invictus Games Latin American Herald Tribune: UK Confidence in Post-Brexit Prospects Plunges: Poll Latin American Herald Tribune: Sydney Students Tested after Alleged High School Needle Prank Latin American Herald Tribune: Ethiopia Elects First Female President Jamaica Observer: Dalling stands firm PRN-Caribbean News from mikenova (15 sites) CHIEF Executive Officer (CEO) of the Firearm Licensing Authority (FLA) Shane Dalling has defended his position as head of the agency before the Internal and External Affairs committee of Parliament. Read More Jamaica Observer: Brown Burke blames Gov't for flooding in the city PRN-Caribbean News from mikenova (15 sites) PEOPLE'S National Party (PNP) Shadow Minister of Local Government Dr Angela Brown Burke says the Government is to be blamed for the flooding on Marcus Garvey Drive on Tuesday because it neglected to clean and maintain the drainage system across the Corporate Area. Read More Jamaica Observer: NEPA says it's safeguarding future of endemic species PRN-Caribbean News from mikenova (15 sites) THE National Environment and Planning Agency (NEPA) says it is safeguarding the future of Jamaica's endemic species through agreements with foreign researchers. Between 2016 and 2017, NEPA said it experienced a 55 per cent increase in the number of applications for Wildlife Research Permission. Read More Jamaica Observer: Saudi Arabia again changes its story on Khashoggi killing PRN-Caribbean News from mikenova (15 sites) RIYADH, Saudi Arabia (AP) — Signalling a major pivot in its narrative, Saudi Arabia yesterday said evidence shows that the killing of journalist Jamal Khashoggi was premeditated, an apparent effort to ease international outrage over the death of a prominent critic of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. Read More Jamaica Observer: Grenada prime minister disturbed by increase in sex crimes PRN-Caribbean News from mikenova (15 sites) GEORGE'S, Grenada (CMC) — Prime Minister Dr Keith Mitchell has expressed concern about the growing number of cases involving sexual-related offences, particulary against minors. Read More Jamaica Observer: IDB provides funds to help Jamaica prepare for natural disasters PRN-Caribbean News from mikenova (15 sites) WASHINGTON, DC, USA (CMC) — The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) says it is providing a US$285-million contingent loan to Jamaica to help the island bolster its response efforts to natural disasters and help protect its public purse. Read More Latin American Herald Tribune: Giant Animal Figures Draw Stares in Chilean Capital PRN-Caribbean News from mikenova (15 sites) Giant Animal Figures Draw Stares in Chilean Capital SANTIAGO – Residents of the Chilean capital awoke on Thursday to the sight of giant animal figures that prompted startled pedestrians to snap photos of the unconventional artworks.The collection includes a Magellanic woodpecker nesting on a communication tower atop a tall building, a dozen colorful snails enjoying the sun in a park, a llama 8m (26ft) tall, a Chilean rooster with colored feathers and giant insects.It’s all part of a festival whose aim, according to creative director Felipe Zegers, is “to show different ways to interact with the city.”“Normally, we walk around the city day-to-day concentrating on our personal concerns and what this festival proposes, is that for the 11 days of the festival, those very spaces we occupy are transformed though creativity and art,” he told EFE.Zegers said that this sixth edition of the event also touches on sustainability, as the artworks are mostly made from recycled plastic materials.There is likewise a message about the importance of protecting Chile’s native wildlife and vegetation, he said, pointing to the figure of the Magellanic woodpecker.“Due to human action these birds have been migrating from the south of Chile to the city. Read More Latin American Herald Tribune: Israel Bombs Gaza in Retaliation to Rocket Launch from Enclave PRN-Caribbean News from mikenova (15 sites) Israel Bombs Gaza in Retaliation to Rocket Launch from Enclave JERUSALEM – The Israeli Air Force bombarded military targets in the Gaza Strip early Thursday, after a rocket was fired shortly before midnight from the Palestinian enclave into Israeli territory.“Tonight, a rocket was fired from the Gaza Strip into Israeli territory. Read More Latin American Herald Tribune: British Regulator Fines Facebook over Data Protection Breaches PRN-Caribbean News from mikenova (15 sites) British Regulator Fines Facebook over Data Protection Breaches LONDON – The United Kingdom’s Information Commissioner’s Office has fined Facebook for failing to protect personal information of at least one million users in the country between 2007-2014.The regulator said that it has issued a 500,000 pound ($646,315) fine, the maximum allowed under laws which applied at the time. Read More Latin American Herald Tribune: Regional Polling in Germany Suggests Merkel’s Coalition Braced for Fresh Blow PRN-Caribbean News from mikenova (15 sites) Regional Polling in Germany Suggests Merkel’s Coalition Braced for Fresh Blow BERLIN – The ruling grand coalition in Germany was braced for fresh losses in regional elections in Hesse later this week, adding to the government’s woes following its disastrous outing in Bavaria, according to the results of a poll published Thursday.A survey published by Der Spiegel newspaper suggested Chancellor Angela Merkel’s Christian Democratic Union, the leading party in a shaky coalition with Bavarian sister party Christian Social Union and the Social Democratic Party (SPD), was on track to secure only 27 percent of Sunday’s vote in Hesse, located in the country’s west and home of financial hub Frankfurt am Main, a drop of over 10 percent compared to 2013.The SPD was also expected to dip in Hesse with a predicted haul of just 22 percent of the regional vote, a downturn of eight percentage points compared to its last showing.The regional executive in Hesse was currently led by the CDU’s Volker Bouffier in coalition with the Greens who, contrary to the heavyweight rivals in the national government, were expected to jump up to 18.5 percent of the vote, a seven-point uptick from its most recent results.Should the CDU suffer a blow in Hesse to the extent predicted by the poll, the current regional coalition could collapse.The far-right Alternative for Germany was also waiting in the wings and, with a predicted 13 percent of the votes, was looking to ascend the regional parliament in Hesse, the last of the 16 federal states in which the hardline party had yet to secure seats.The poll predicted a fresh blow for Merkel’s national executive, just 15 days after her Bavarian partner the CSU took a bruising and lost 16 seats in Bavaria’s state elections, paving the way to a difficult negotiation period. Read More Latin American Herald Tribune: Former IMF Head Enters Jail for Corruption Crimes, Apologizes for Mistakes PRN-Caribbean News from mikenova (15 sites) Former IMF Head Enters Jail for Corruption Crimes, Apologizes for Mistakes MADRID – Former managing director of the International Monetary Fund Rodrigo Rato entered on Thursday a Spanish prison to begin serving a four-and-a-half year sentence for corruption linked to his management of a major Spanish lender that had to be bailed out.Rato – who headed the IMF between 2004-2007 and was Spain’s deputy prime minister and finance minister between 1996-2004 – walked into the Soto del Real correctional facility on the outskirts of Madrid and briefly talked to the journalists gathered outside.“I apologize to society and to those people that may have felt disappointed,” Rato said. Read More Latin American Herald Tribune: Around 150 US-Bound Honduran Migrants Return from Mexico PRN-Caribbean News from mikenova (15 sites) Around 150 US-Bound Honduran Migrants Return from Mexico TEGUCIGALPA – Some 150 Honduran migrants who had decided not to continue in the United States-bound caravan that left on Oct. Read More Latin American Herald Tribune: MotoGP Champion Marquez Says Will Be Up for Task at Phillip Island PRN-Caribbean News from mikenova (15 sites) MotoGP Champion Marquez Says Will Be Up for Task at Phillip Island PHILLIP ISLAND, Australia – Repsol Honda rider Marc Marquez expressed on Thursday his readiness to jump into the upcoming race at the Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit, saying he would remain focused on himself.Earlier this week, the Spaniard secured his fifth career MotoGP title after he triumphed at the Japanese Grand Prix.Marquez said during a press conference that he was feeling more relaxed and would do his best to win Sunday’s race, recalling his experience in Australia in 2014 and 2016, both of which resulted in him crashing.The 25-year-old said the desire to continue and win another title was a good sign, and he hoped to have the same drive to win throughout his remaining career. Read More Latin American Herald Tribune: Italian Police Arrest 2 Men Suspected of Rape, Murder of Teenage Girl PRN-Caribbean News from mikenova (15 sites) Italian Police Arrest 2 Men Suspected of Rape, Murder of Teenage Girl ROME – Italian police have arrested two people in connection to the recent rape and murder of a teenager in Rome, authorities announced Thursday.The two suspects, both from Senegal, were arrested late Wednesday for their alleged involvement in the death of 16-year-old Desiree Mariottini, whose body was found dumped in an abandoned building in Rome’s San Lorenzo neighborhood last week.The men are also suspected of gang rape and administration of narcotics, the Italian police said on Twitter.Italy’s far-right Interior Minister Matteo Salvini, who was jeered on Wednesday as he visited the crime scene, said in a tweet that he will do anything in his power to bring the “worms” to justice.Authorities said they have so far identified a third man while the fourth is still on the run. Read More Latin American Herald Tribune: Italy’s Salvini Jeered, Accused of Politicizing Murder of Teenager in Rome PRN-Caribbean News from mikenova (15 sites) Italy’s Salvini Jeered, Accused of Politicizing Murder of Teenager in Rome ROME – Italy’s far-right Interior Minister Matteo Salvini was greeted on Wednesday by jeers as he visited an area of Rome notorious for its high number of squats following the recent rape and murder of an adolescent whose body was found dumped in the neighborhood.Salvini, leader of the far-right League party, said the government would clear out the occupied buildings in the capital’s San Lorenzo district in the wake of the suspected gang-rape and murder of 16-year-old Desiree Mariottini.“In the coming months we will carry out an extraordinary eviction plan,” said the minister, who was prevented by a large crowd from entering the building where Desiree’s body had been found.Opponents chanted “jackal” as the minister made his way through the neighborhood, as activists accused Salvini of visiting the crime scene for political gain.“Feed the void, only intervene after the tragedy,” read on of the banners held aloft by protesters in San Lorenzo. Read More Latin American Herald Tribune: Price Helps Red Sox Widen Lead in World Series PRN-Caribbean News from mikenova (15 sites) Price Helps Red Sox Widen Lead in World Series BOSTON – Starting pitcher David Price turned in a fine performance to lead the Boston Red Sox to a 4-2 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers at Fenway Park on Wednesday.With the win, the Red Sox have now taken a 2-0 lead in the best-of-seven World Series.Price worked six innings, allowing three hits and two runs, while striking out five batters and walking three to take the win.Red Sox designated hitter J.D. Read More Latin American Herald Tribune: Australia Beats UK to Win Wheelchair Rugby Gold at Invictus Games PRN-Caribbean News from mikenova (15 sites) Australia Beats UK to Win Wheelchair Rugby Gold at Invictus Games SYDNEY – Australia beat the United Kingdom to take gold in the Sydney Invictus Games wheelchair rugby final on Thursday.The Australian team beat the UK 23-17 on its home turf after pushing ahead from being just three ahead (13-10) at half time.Earlier, the United States beat France 24-20 to win the bronze medal game and take the final place on the podium at the Quaycentre.“Invictus” is Latin for “unconquered,” according to the games website, and the event provides an international adaptive sporting platform for wounded, injured or sick armed forces personnel.The games were launched in London in 2014 and the Sydney event began at the weekend and will finish on Oct. Read More Latin American Herald Tribune: UK Confidence in Post-Brexit Prospects Plunges: Poll PRN-Caribbean News from mikenova (15 sites) UK Confidence in Post-Brexit Prospects Plunges: Poll LONDON – Confidence in the United Kingdom’s economic prospects after the country’s planned departure from the European Union has plunged, a poll has suggested.Economic optimism has drained away to its worst level since 2011, with 61 percent of Britons now believing the economy will take a hit in the year ahead and just 14 percent thinking things will improve, the Ipsos-Mori survey for London’s Evening Standard newspaper showed.Some 43 percent of people think they’ll be personally worse off after Brexit, compared to 36 percent a year ago.Less than a fifth think Prime Minister Theresa May can strike a good deal with the EU, down from 28 percent last month. Read More Latin American Herald Tribune: Sydney Students Tested after Alleged High School Needle Prank PRN-Caribbean News from mikenova (15 sites) Sydney Students Tested after Alleged High School Needle Prank SYDNEY – Eight Sydney teenagers were sent on Thursday to a medical center for precautionary tests after they were pricked by a hypodermic needle in a suspected high school prank.Emergency services were called to Hyatts Road in Plumpton, western Sydney, at 11:50 am.“Police have been told a student was doing what appears to be a prank which involved a needle,” New South Wales Police said in a statement.“As a result, eight teenagers received a minor needle prick,” it said.The police would also be speaking to the teenager, who played the prank, as part of an ongoing inquiry into the incident. Read More Latin American Herald Tribune: Ethiopia Elects First Female President PRN-Caribbean News from mikenova (15 sites) Ethiopia Elects First Female President ADDIS ABABA – The Ethiopian parliament elected on Thursday the country’s first female president, diplomat Sahle-Work Zewde.Sahle-Work, who has served Ethiopia both as an ambassador and in various United Nations roles, took over from Mulato Teshome, who resigned on Wednesday without disclosing why he was leaving the post after being in office for five years.Shortly after taking her oath in office, Sahle-Work said that Ethiopia needed to become a society that rejected women’s oppression.The 68-year-old’s appointment came after Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed formed his new cabinet, where half of its members are women.Ethiopia’s Chief of Staff Fitsum Arega congratulated Sahle-Work on Twitter, saying: “In a patriarchal society such as ours, the appointment of a female head of state not only sets the standard for the future but also normalizes women as decision-makers in public life.” Read More

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