Nissan accused of dumping its electric car pioneers
Owners of Nissan Leaf electric cars have accused the firm of "dumping its pioneers" after it announced its app would stop working for older vehicles.
The firm says the app - which allows remote control of functions such as heating - is stopping because the UK's 2G network is being switched off.
But customers have reacted with anger, telling the BBC they did not expect it to be withdrawn.
Experts expect the issue to affect more electric vehicles as the market grows.
Around 3,000 Nissan Leaf and e-NV200 cars made before 2016 are affected by the app being withdrawn.
These older vehicles are fitted with 2G control units which communicate with the app.
Nissan told the BBC: "The NissanConnect EV app currently linked to Nissan Leaf and e-NV200 vehicles produced up until 2016 will shut down from 1 April 2024 in preparation of the 2G technology sunset."
It added: "Owners will, however, still be able to use key features such as Climate Control Timer and Charging Timer directly from their car's Navigation System."
Affected drivers have told the BBC of their disappointment - in part because mobile network operators will not be phasing out 2G until the end of the decade.
"I was very surprised," said Max Siegieda, a 2013 Nissan Leaf owner in Manchester.
"I would have expected at least six months, 12 months, something like that to arrange alternatives. This is a key feature of the car that's going away."
He said the app's remote access for features such as heating the car or charging remotely at cheaper times was "a major selling point" when he bought the car second-hand in 2022.
He was already considering upgrading but now says he would be "reluctant" to buy another Nissan "because of the lack of notice" they gave about the app shutdown.
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JOINT STATEMENT FROM HER EXCELLENCY THE ACTING GOVERNOR AND THE HONOURABLE PREMIER
The Acting Governor, Her Excellency Anya Williams and Premier Hon. Charles Washington Misick, Minister with the responsibility of the Turks and Caicos Airports Authority (TCIAA), Hon. Arlington Musgrove, Minister of Tourism Hon. Josephine Connolly, Minister of Physical Planning and Infrastructure Hon. Jamell Robinson and Minister of Education, Hon. Rachel Taylor today met with the Chairman and members of the TCI Air Traffic Controllers Association on the matter of their sick out and its potential to upend traffic at the Howard Hamilton International Airport (HHIA) on the island of Providenciales.
The Air Traffic Controllers today reiterated their request to the TCIAA for additional increases in pay, having presented a proposal to the TCIAA for increases in pay that range from 50-70%, as well as increases in allowances, Christmas bonuses and other remuneration requests. This follows on from the 31% increase in pay that was previously awarded to Air Traffic Controllers in 2022.
The ATC Association was advised of governments intention to undertake a comprehensive review of the salaries of all statutory bodies across government. This initiative led by Ernst and Young (Jamaica) is scheduled to commence in March 2024; however, efforts were being made to expedite this work; the recommendations of which would be back paid to April 1, 2024.
There was agreement from 2 of the 6 officers present at the meeting to return to work, while others advised that they were not in agreement to do so. Recognizing the importance of airport operations from both a national security and an economic perspective, the Government working with the TCIAA has put in place arrangements to ensure the continued operation of the international airports in the Turks and Caicos Islands.
Premier Hon. C. Washington Misick stated: "The HHIA is the gateway to the Turks and Caicos Islands. On a weekend when international arrivals are expected to be in the thousands, we cannot allow the behaviour of a select few to disrupt the livelihoods, health, and safety of the people who make this country great.
Our government has been working with TCIAA and all other stakeholders to ensure the Howard Hamilton International Airport operates smoothly, and we intend to continue doing so. It is unacceptable to hold the economy and national security of our country hostage. Our top priority is the safety of all domestic and international travellers, and we will work to prevent any disruptions to travel plans."
Her Excellency Anya Williams, the Acting Governor stated: “We remain committed to resolving the concerns of the nation’s essential personnel, but we must always place the health, safety, and economic stability of our citizens as our top priority.
My team has fully re-engaged Ernst & Young (Jamaica) to progress the review of statutory body compensation packages and will prioritize the Turks and Caicos Islands Airports Authority. We are committed to have the concerns independently represented to the consultants and we look forward to an amicable end of all concerns.”
Hon Arlington Musgrove stated: “The I condemn the actions of those who have sought to disrupt the Turks and Caicos Islands's economy via the nation's gateway. It is unacceptable, and I assure the travelling public that operations will resume fully tomorrow.
The actions taken by a small group of persons had impacted national security and a threat to life. Medical evacuations and flights were delayed, causing a triple effect on the travelling public and the country.
I want to thank those who have demonstrated their commitment to our country by realizing that we are better together than divided as a nation. Under the leadership of Hon. C. Washington Misick, my government has dialogued with stakeholders throughout the day, ensuring that they are kept abreast of the negotiations and, ultimately, the stern decisions made to protect livelihoods.
TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS AIRPORTS AUTHORITY SPEAKS ON AIR TRAFFIC CONTROLLERS SICK OUT
The Turks and Caicos Islands Airports Authority (“TCIAA”) wishes to advise the public that its airports throughout the Turks and Caicos Islands (“TCI”) remain operational amidst a “sick-out” carried out by its Air Traffic Controllers. The action was intentional in its desire to cause significant and irreparable harm to the reputation of TCI as a stable premium travel destination and its economy.
In what was a strategically coordinated activity, on Friday, 1st March 2024 those scheduled to work the Air Traffic Control Towers at the Howard Hamilton International Airport and JAGS McCartney International Airport failed to report to duty and claimed to be of ill health, while others who were not scheduled for that day refused to answer their phones.
To ensure that operations at the airports were not suspended for the day, a small dedicated team of employees qualified to operate the towers worked non-stop throughout the day to ensure that flights safely arrived and departed both airports. Another dedicated team will continue to provide this service throughout the night.
The Acting Governor and Premier and their teams remained with the TCIAA throughout the day to explore strategies and solutions to ensure that all airports remained operational, that there was minimal disruption to scheduled flights, and to see the return of the air traffic controllers to their posts. The Minister with Responsibility for Airports, the Minister of Tourism, the Minister of Education, and the Minister for Infrastructure and Physical Planning also joined the group to meet with six Air Traffic Controllers, two of whom agreed to return to work, while four declined to confirm their return at the time.
The public is advised that the primary motive for the action taken by the Air Traffic Controllers was to force the TCIAA and TCIG to immediately agree to their demands for salary increases. These demands were made even though during January and February 2024 there were several communications and a meeting between the Air Traffic Controllers, Hon. Arlington Musgrove and the TCIAA to discuss their request for salary increases. On several occasions, the employees were advised that the Government initiated a salary review of all statutory bodies, including the TCIAA, utilizing a reputable global accounting firm with the view to determining and guiding the development of an equitable compensation scheme for all employed in public service. During this period, the Air Traffic Controllers presented material purporting to represent salary comparisons for their counterparts throughout the region and were invited to provide the TCIAA with the sources for the data cited for forwarding to TCIG for consideration as part of the salary review exercise. On 12th February 2024, the TCIAA advised the group that the data they provided was passed on to the Deputy Governor’s Office for inclusion in material to be considered by the consultants conducting the review. The group was also advised of the Government’s appointment of the consultants and the planned commencement of the review by May 2024. In response to this advice, the group responded to the TCIAA dismissing the need and value of an expert salary review, indicating no desire to participate in the study, and effectively directed that their salary demands be met without further discussion at the start of the 2024/2025 Fiscal Budget. In addition to this response, the group cancelled a meeting initially requested of the TCIAA for 15th February 2024 provided no further correspondence about the matter and gave no notice of the intention to pursue industrial action of any kind.
During the meeting with the six representatives for the Air Traffic Controllers on 1st March 2024, the Government confirmed its commitment to expediting the salary review and elevated the Airports Authority to the top of its list of bodies to be studied and reported on. Those present on behalf of TCIG and the TCIAA reiterated the position that the exercise aims to achieve equity and equality of compensation for the benefit of all employees and not just one particular group.
The TCIAA reminds the public that at the end of 2021, the TCIAA and TCIG gave all employees a Christmas Bonus, the first to be given in the history of the organization, and then in the first quarter of the 2022 – 2023 fiscal year, they gave not only the Air Traffic Controllers but all of its employees two salary increases averaging a 31% uplift. Some members of the department benefitted by increases of up to 50%.
The following table provides a comparative breakdown of the compensation scheme for Air Traffic Controllers at the TCIAA prior to 2022, the current salary resulting from the 2022 increase, and the salary which the group demanded to be given to them forthwith without any further due diligence.
|
POSITION |
PRE 2022 SALARY |
CURRENT SALARY |
DEMANDED SALARY BY AIR TRAFFIC CONTROLLERS ASSOCIATION |
|
SATCO |
$48,139.00 |
$64,000.00 |
$102,000.00 - $114,000.00 |
|
Air Traffic Controller – Approach (Supervisor) |
$39,345.00 |
$54,999.96 |
$90,000.00 - $96,000.00 |
|
Air Traffic Controller – Approach |
$37,260.00 |
$49,172.76 |
$78,000.00 - $90,000.00 |
|
Air Traffic Controller – Aerodrome |
30,532.56 |
$45,000.00 |
$60,000.00 - $72,000.00 |
|
Assistant Air Traffic Controller |
$24,495.00 |
$36,999.96 |
$36,000.00 - $42,000.00 |
|
Flight Information Officer – In Charge |
$24,501.96 |
$36,999.96 |
Not Included |
|
Flight Information Officer (South Caicos) |
$24,495.00 |
$31,500.00 |
Not Included |
|
Flight Information Officer |
$13,800.00 |
$27,000.00 |
Not Included |
The TCIAA recognises the importance of supporting its employees' well-being and further recognises the need for occasional sick leave when necessary. However, such leave mustn't be abused or exploited for personal gain and/or with the intentional pursuit of causing harm, disrupting of business, and compromising the safety of the travelling public. Such actions are a breach of trust and integrity, as well as a failure to adhere to the standards of honesty and transparency expected of all employees.
Notably, those participating in the “sick-out” falsely reported their absence as due to illness and then subsequently attended the meeting held to discuss and pursue negotiations for a salary increase. This conduct further undermines the principles of integrity, professionalism and accountability and the TCIAA cautions the public against endorsing such behaviour, particularly in the case where it was admitted by one of the representatives for the group, that the action taken by them was upon reflection, wrong.
The TCIAA wishes to express its sincerest gratitude to all of its employees who work hard every day to deliver the best of themselves in honour of the TCI. We particularly thank those Air Traffic Controllers who honoured their call of duty and reported to work, even though they were not scheduled for the day.
The TCIAA will be seeking to immediately recruit new and former employees to fill the vacancies created as a consequence of today’s action, to ensure that adequate staffing levels are restored as soon as possible
LeBron James passes 40,000-point mark but LA Lakers lose to Denver Nuggets
LeBron James became the first NBA player to reach 40,000 career regular-season points in Saturday's game against the Denver Nuggets.
But he described it as "bittersweet" after his Los Angeles Lakers side lost 124-114 to the defending NBA champions.
"Being the first player to do something, it's pretty cool in this league," said the 39-year-old, who scored 26 points on the night.
"You just know the history, you know the greats that have come through."
James scored the historic basket with 10 minutes and 39 seconds remaining in the second quarter with a driving lay-up from the left side of the basket to give the Lakers a 37-32 lead.
The crowd gave James a standing ovation during a timeout and the ball he used to reach the milestone was removed from the game.
However, the Nuggets stretched their winning streak to six games thanks to 35 points from Nikola Jokic to leave James with mixed feelings.
"The main thing is always the main thing and that's the win," he said. "And I hated that had to happen in a defeat, especially versus a team that plays extremely well.
"We played some good basketball but weren't able to close it out, so [it's] bittersweet, but I enjoyed every moment on the floor."
James became the NBA's all-time leading scorer in February 2023, passing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's long-standing record of 38,387 points.
The four-time NBA champion and four-time Most Valuable Player is in his 21st campaign and is the league's oldest active player.
James said he did not know if another NBA player could reach the 40,000-point milestone.
"You have to play the game quite a while and have some good luck with injuries and things of that nature," he said.
"You have to take care of your body. You have to be present on the floor and then you have to be productive as well."
Lakers coach Darvin Ham was among those to pay tribute to James.
"Just happy for him. It was a hell of an accomplishment," he said.
"Wish we could have got the win to cap it off. But my hat's off to him. Amazing, amazing run that continues to this day."
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Nikki Haley beats Donald Trump in Washington DC for first primary
Nikki Haley defeated Donald Trump in the Republican primary in Washington DC.
This is her first victory over the former president in the 2024 campaign to become the Republican presidential candidate.
She lost in South Carolina, her home state. But she is the first woman to win a Republican primary in US history.
Mr Trump however has a huge lead over Ms Haley and is likely to face Joe Biden in the November election.
The BBC's US partner CBS reports that Ms Haley will receive all 19 Republican delegates who were up for grabs in Washington DC, giving her 43 delegates nationwide - well behind Mr Trump's 247.
Ms Haley, a former US ambassador to the UN, won 62.9% of the vote, to Mr Trump's 33.2%.
It is seen as a largely symbolic win, as the capital is a heavily Democrat-leaning jurisdiction, with only about 23,000 registered Republicans in the city.
Local party officials said 2,035 Republicans participated in the primary, the Washington Post reported.
Ms Haley's campaign national spokesperson Olivia Perez-Cubas said: "it's not surprising that Republicans closest to Washington dysfunction are rejecting Donald Trump and all his chaos".
Mr Trump has dominated every state primary or caucus so far in the Republican campaign and is poised to win more delegates this week, on Super Tuesday, when voters in 15 states and one US territory will nominate their candidate. It is the biggest day of nominating contests, with 874 Republican delegates' support at stake.
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New World Bank study identifies reforms to improve public spending in Belize
A new World Bank study has identified reforms to improve public spending in Belize, saying that the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) member-state could reduce government debt to below 50 percent of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) by undertaking reforms in targeted areas.
The World Bank’s Public Expenditure Review, launched on Thursday, shows that for Belize to maintain the current positive trend in the quality of its fiscal policies, the country needs to “increase its ability to respond to external shocks, improve value for money in key social and investment programs, manage growth in public sector wages, and optimize spending related to climate change.
“While Belize has made important progress in reducing public debt and strengthening fiscal management, constraints remain,” the report adds.
It finds that budget credibility and fiscal discipline remain a challenge, stating that inconsistencies in budget reporting and strategic planning make it “difficult to use resources more efficiently” and that “a high public sector wage bill continues to limit fiscal space.”
As of 2022, the wage bill accounted for 41 percent of total public spending, the report says.
“The compounding challenges of high debt, global financial conditions, and low growth rates intensify the strain on public budgets. This review takes a close look at the core of Belize’s fiscal challenges and identifies steps toward establishing a sustainable fiscal framework for public expenditure in Belize and maximizing value for money in important sectors such as health and education,” said Lilia Burunciuc, World Bank Country Director for the Caribbean.
To address these challenges, the report recommends a range of policy measures. Specific recommendations include the adoption of a Fiscal Responsibility Law, “which will feature explicit rules to guide transparent and predictable debt reduction.”
The report also emphasizes the need to establish an Independent Fiscal Council, “which will produce unbiased projections and evaluate compliance with fiscal rules.”
The report finds that Belize’s climate change mitigation and adaptation spending – which poses significant risks to its economy –is “limited and in need of reprioritization”.
The Public Expenditure Review further recommends creating a Natural Disaster Reserve Fund, a fund of about one percent of GDP, replenished annually, to help expedite the financing of immediate recovery and response expenses arising from floods and hurricanes.
The study identifies opportunities to improve education and health services, “which could convert spending into better results”.
It recommends health and education financing reforms, stronger accountability mechanisms, and other effective policy strategies to improve the productivity of schools and health facilities.
The Washington-based World Bank says the publication is the culmination of four rounds of consultations with Belize’s Ministry of Education, Culture, Science and Technology, the Ministry of Health and Wellness, and the Ministry of Finance, Economic Development and Investment.
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Rihanna performs first full concert in 8 years at pre-wedding celebration
She performed briefly at the Super Bowl in 2023, but Rihanna did her first full-fledged concert in eight years in India on March 1 -- for what was reportedly a hefty fee.
The U.K. paper The Independent reports that Rih performed for 40 minutes for 1,200 guests as part of the pre-wedding celebration for the son of Mukesh Ambani, Asia's richest man. The three-day event -- which comes before the actual wedding in July -- attracted guests like Bill Gates and Mark Zuckerberg.
According to the Independent, Rihanna performed barefoot during the concert, for which she reportedly received more than $6 million. Money is no object for Ambani, who hired Beyoncé to perform at his daughter's wedding in 2018. Afterward, Rihanna told reporters, "I'll be back" and "The show was the best."
Based on fan footage and a list of songs posted to the setlist.fm, Rihanna's concert included performances of "Birthday Cake," "Man Down," "Rude Boy," "Work," "Stay," "We Found Love," "Umbrella," her Kanye West and Jay-Z collabs "All of the Lights" and "Run this Town," and, of course, "Diamonds."
During the show, Rihanna's dress tore under the arm, but she wasn't bothered. She also invited the whole Ambani family onstage with her, including the bride and groom.
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Star Wars game cancelled as EA cuts 670 jobs
Electronic Arts (EA) is canceling an upcoming Star Wars game and will lay off 5% of its employees globally- approximately 670 people.
The game, which was in early development, would have been a first-person shooter set in the Star Wars universe.
The firm said the "streamlining" would "deliver deeper, more connected experiences for fans".
It is the latest example of the job cuts sweeping the gaming industry.
"With it being an extremely difficult time to obtain funding to start a new game studio, and thousands being laid off by the month, video games run a significant risk of losing top talent outside of the industry and being impacted for years," said Rich Barham, a former executive at gaming studio, Blizzard.
EA announced in December 2023 it would be laying off staff at UK developer Codemasters, known for racing games F1 23 and EA Sports WRC.
In a letter to staff, boss Andrew Wilson said the company had begun contacting affected employees, with the redundancies anticipated to be completed by summer.
He also explained the decision to develop fewer new titles.
"We are also sunsetting games and moving away from the development of future licensed IP that we do not believe will be successful in our changing industry," he wrote.
"This greater focus allows us to drive creativity, accelerate innovation, and double down on our biggest opportunities — including our owned IP, sports, and massive online communities — to deliver the entertainment players want today and tomorrow."
In a subsequent email to staff, EA entertainment boss Laura Miele said this meant canceling the upcoming Star Wars title being worked on by subsidiary Respawn Entertainment. It was responsible for Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, which had "generally favorable" reviews according to aggregator Metacritic.
"As we've looked at Respawn's portfolio over the last few months, what's clear is the games our players are most excited about are Jedi and Respawn's rich library of owned brands," she said.
"It's always hard to walk away from a project, and this decision is not a reflection of the team's talent, tenacity, or passion they have for the game."
This is the latest round of cuts to hit the gaming industry, which in January saw Microsoft reveal plans to lay off 1,900 people in its gaming division, including some at recently acquired Activision-Blizzard.
And it comes just two days after Sony announced plans to axe 900 staff, as well as close its well-known London Studio.
"The impact of mass layoffs resonates deeply within the gaming community, particularly for the talented individuals affected," said Sarah Stevens, head of gaming HR firm e-volveHR.
"Above all, humanity and kindness are the most important ingredients for those navigating these choppy waters."
Karol Severin, senior analyst at Midia Research, said the latest cuts showed how competition was getting more intense in the gaming industry.
"This is not to say that the industry is in trouble, it is just entering a new, more mature, chapter of its life - a chapter, where efficiency, profitability, and competitive capabilities are the name of the game.
"The games industry is still a $223bn (£176bn) industry, and will grow by approximately another $78bn by 2030", he said.
"For context, that's more than the current size of the whole global recorded music industry."
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Hundreds of prisoners escape Port-au-Prince prison as violence escalates
Hundreds of prisoners escaped from Haiti’s National Penitentiary here, after fighting broke out on Saturday.
According to local reports, armed men set fire to the surroundings of the prison and continued their progression guided by drones which informed them of the location of police officers stationed at the prison.
A video taken by a drone circulated online along with an image of the prison. In the video, a voice could be heard reporting the lack of police presence in the prison yard and informing the gang members that they could move forward.
Several police officers deployed at the penitentiary and prison administration agents attempted to repel the coordinated attacks of the attackers, but despite their efforts, after hours of intense exchanges of gunfire, they had to retreat.
The national penitentiary houses more than 11,000 prisoners, including 18 Colombians accused in the assassination plot against President Jovenel Moïse in July 2021, as well as the head of security of the National Palace, Dimitri Hérard and the security coordinator, Jean Laguel Civilian as well as dangerous gang leaders and criminals awaiting trial.
Among the escapees are former gang leader “Djouma”, “Bout Janjan” the former leader of La Saline, “Chinay” a notorious criminal.
In a post on social media, one of Haiti’s Police Unions pleaded for all officers in the capital with access to cars and weapons to assist police battling to maintain control of the penitentiary, and warned that if the attackers were successful “we are done. No one will be spared in the capital because there will be 3,000 extra bandits now effective.”
The most recent surge in violence, which began Thursday has targeted police stations, the international airport and the National Penitentiary.
On Friday, Haitian gang leader Jimmy Cherizier, also known as Barbecue, said he would continue in his effort to try and oust Prime Minister Ariel Henry.
“We ask the Haitian National Police and the military to take responsibility and arrest Ariel Henry. Once again, the population is not our enemy; the armed groups are not your enemy. You arrest Ariel Henry for the country’s liberation,” Cherizier said, adding “With these weapons, we will liberate the country, and these weapons will change the country.”
Cherizier is a former police officer who heads an alliance of gangs. He has faced sanctions from both the United Nations and the United States Department of Treasury.
Public frustration, which had been building against Henry over his inability to curb the unrest, boiled over after he failed to step down last month, citing the escalating violence.
Under a previous agreement, he had committed to hold elections and transfer power by February 7.
Last Wednesday Caribbean leaders said that Haitian Prime Minister Ariel Henry had agreed to hold general elections no later than August 31, 2025.
The recent fighting, started as Henry was visiting Kenya to finalize details with Kenyan President William Ruto for the expected deployment of a multinational security support mission to Haiti.
Meanwhile, gunfire near the airport on Thursday forced airlines to suspend flights.
The US Embassy in Haiti issued a security alert Friday, warning of gunshots and disruptions to traffic near the domestic and international terminals, as well as surrounding areas including a hotel and the Central Directorate of the Judicial Police.
Haiti has been gripped by a wave of unrest and gang violence in recent years.
Warring gangs control much of Port-au-Prince, choking off vital supply lines to the rest of the country.
Gang members have also terrorized the metropolitan population, forcing over 300,000 people to flee their homes amid waves of indiscriminate killing, kidnapping, arson and rape.
Some 1,100 people were killed, injured or kidnapped in January alone, in what the United Nations called the most violent month in two years.
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The Office of the Deputy Governor is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms. Aniquia Musgrove as the Medical Records Manager within the Ministry of Health and Human Services.
In 2018, Ms. Musgrove seized the opportunity to pursue higher education at Florida Technical College, where she successfully graduated with a Medical Assistant Associate degree. Undeterred in her quest for knowledge, she continued her educational journey at the same esteemed institution, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Allied Health Management in 2019.
Armed with these qualifications, Ms. Musgrove gained comprehensive insights into various aspects of the health field, preparing her to perform proficiently in diverse departments. Her dedication led her to Holy Cross Medical Group in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, where she assumed the role of Supervisor for medical assistants in 2019. During her four-year tenure, she actively engaged in all facets of clinic operations, ranging from front-office duties to back-office responsibilities and direct patient assistance.
Grateful for the enriching experience at Holy Cross, Ms. Musgrove's skills and expertise were further honed, preparing her for her current role as the Medical Records Manager. In her new capacity, Ms. Musgrove brings a wealth of knowledge and practical experience, promising to contribute significantly to the Ministry's health initiatives. Her commitment to healthcare excellence and her diverse skill set make her a valuable addition to the Ministry of Health and Human Services.
Ms. Aniquia Musgrove expressed her gratitude and enthusiasm, stating: "Accepting this appointment to return home and work in the medical field is indeed a privilege. It is an opportunity that allows me to give back to the country that helped mold me into the individual I am today. Lastly, I am sure that my late grandmother, Marjorie Clare, would be proud of me, knowing that I am walking in the path that she has laid." Ms. Musgrove's heartfelt sentiments reflect her commitment to making a meaningful impact on her community and honoring the legacy of those who have influenced her journey.
Commenting on the appointment of Ms. Aniquia Musgrove as the Medical RecordsManager, the Deputy Governor and Head of the Public Service expressed her congratulations, stating: "We are delighted to announce the appointment of Ms. Aniquia Musgrove to the role of Medical Records Manager within the Ministry of Health and Human Services and welcome her to the Turks and Caicos Islands Public Service.
Her experience and dedication to the medical field make her a valuable addition to our team. We look forward to her contributions in enhancing healthcare services for our community and wish her a most productive and rewarding public service career.
Congratulations, Ms. Musgrove, on your well-deserved appointment."
TCI loses to Antigua in soccer
The Turks and Caicos Islands national team competed against Antigua and Barbuda in their second match of the Concacaf Men’s U20 Championship Qualifiers.
The game commenced energetically, with Antigua and Barbuda seizing early opportunities within minutes.
Despite the initial momentum, neither team managed to score in the first half. A notable chance arose for Turks & Caicos in the 24th minute when Cory Williams attempted a shot, only to be thwarted by Tegan Gumbs.
Antigua and Barbuda, though, successfully scored in the 54th and 82nd minutes; and in the final moments of the game, after three minutes of additional time, Christopher Louisy of the Turks and Caicos Islands netted a goal in the 90th minute.
As the referee blew the final whistle, the match concluded with a 2-1 victory for Antigua and Barbuda. Despite the loss, Turks and Caicos displayed resilience and determination throughout the game.
The match served as a reminder of the unity and camaraderie that sports can foster, transcending borders and differences. Both teams left the field with their heads held high, knowing they had given their all in pursuit of victory.