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School becomes the latest Flow ‘Fully Fibre Connected’ School in Grand Turk
PROVIDENCIALES, Turks and Caicos – December 9, 2022 – The Ona Glinton Primary school is set to become the latest fully connected high-speed school in TCI thanks to a $40,000 technology upgrade from Flow TCI, the Cable & Wireless Charitable Foundation (CWCF) and the Ministry of Education. The donation was made as part of Flow’s 2022 Mission Week celebrations.
Mission Week 2022 is a company-wide initiative across Liberty Latin America (LLA), which is Flow’s parent company, where employees in Latin America and the Caribbean contribute their time, energy, and knowledge to positively impact the communities we serve. This year’s event was observed from December 5 – 9.
Michael Coakley, VP, Head of Communications, Liberty Latin America, marked the occasion by saying, “Liberty Latin America’s Mission Week is an important initiative when our colleagues from across the region come together to make a difference in the communities where we live and work. Each year our contributions grow and
more of our people get involved in our CSR activities focused on supporting learning, taking care of the environment, enabling digital access, and providing disaster relief. This is a testament to who we are and why we feel it is so important for us to give back in the communities where we live and operate. I am thankful to all those who enthusiastically volunteered their time to make a positive impact on the lives of thousands of people across our region.”
In total, to date, the CWCF & Flow has invested US$190,000 in upgrades to transform and enhance learning in schools specifically in Grand Turk, and a total of US$270,000 in upgrades to schools across the Turks and Caicos over the last six (6) years.
Joanne Missick, Country Manager, Flow Turks & Caicos, said: “It was a proud moment for me to join the students and administrators of the Ona Glinton Primary, especially as it is my alma mater, as part of this year’s Mission Day exercise along with members of my senior leadership team. This is the third school in the Nation’s capital to receive a significant donation from the Cable & Wireless Charitable Foundation to aid in enhancing the e-learning and e-testing experience for students, and teachers.”
The team from Flow was greeted with scores of cheers from the students who happily erupted with praise upon hearing the announcement.
Principal of Ona Glinton, Rhoda Williams remarked that, “Your gift is a long-awaited need here at the Ona Glinton Primary school. It is going to make learning much easier for the boys and girls and help our students to further maximize their potential and continue to make us proud.”
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#Kingston, December 22, 2022 – As consumers go out to shop this Yuletide season, they are being urged to protect themselves against buyer’s remorse.
This is a feeling of regret or anxiety after a purchase is made.
Chief Executive Officer, Consumer Affairs Commission (CAC), Dolsie Allen, informed that the Consumer Protection
Act (CPA) speaks to the change of mind after a purchase is made and the consumer has left the store.
“You’re not entitled to any form of redress… . For you to just change your mind [and] there’s nothing wrong with the item, all the features are there that you would have purchased in the first place, it is not materially different at all, then it would have to be at the discretion of the vendor. It is not an entitlement,” said Mrs. Allen.
She noted that for good customer relations, a vendor may choose to do an exchange or refund.
For her part, Director of Communications, Latoya Halstead, said that if the consumer changes his/her mind while in the store, there should not be an issue handing back the item and getting a refund.
“However, if you purchase the item, step through those doors and then you decide ‘I don’t want this anymore’ or ‘I have something else that I need to buy’, guess what –
that’s on you. You made the decision to purchase an item,” Ms. Halstead said.
She further encouraged consumers to be “very conscious” of their surroundings as they go about their activities.
Contact: Shanna K. Salmon
Release: JIS
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By Shanieka Smith
Staff Writer
#TheBahamas, December 22, 2022 – Minister of Foreign Affairs in the Bahamas, Fred Mitchell, warned new FTX CEO John Ray and other US legislators about the harm their words could have on the country’s reputation. The remark was in response to comments from
Ray and his attorneys about not being able to trust the Bahamian government.
Mitchell addressed the issue in a voice note. “Such an assertion is not only offensive, it is wrong. Watching the proceedings on television of the congressional hearing in the United States I was forced to ask myself the question, Do these legislators understand that those who sit at the apex of the power in the world have the power with their worlds to destroy other countries? I ask myself the question, America, Washington DC, they are both like Rome in the old days and are the apex of the power in the world and have to think carefully, speak circumspectly and act judiciously in all they do.”
The minister urged the legislators to charge those who are guilty and bring justice to the victims. He asked them to put an end to the finger-pointing as the Bahamas will defend their reputation if necessary.
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#MontegoBay, December 22, 2022 – Maintaining a healthy diet during the Christmas season is a challenge for many persons, including those with non-communicable diseases (NCDs) who want to partake in the festivities without compromising their health.
Speaking with JIS News, Regional Dietitian for the Western Regional Health Authority (WRHA), Rosalee Brown, said that while some persons will choose to “feast or fast” this is not recommended.
She noted that maintaining a healthy balance is best as “the feasting and unrestrained eating often result in weight gain, regret and guilt”.
Mrs. Brown, who is a Caribbean certified diabetes educator, certified health and well-being coach, as well as a behaviour health professional, provided some tips and advice to help persons navigate the holiday season.
First, she said they should take preventative action by planning ahead and sticking to their healthy eating routines.
It is important for individuals with NCDs such as hypertension to ensure that they are taking their medication and resting for seven to eight hours nightly.
Mrs. Brown recommended that persons indulge in salads, particularly with dark green leafy vegetables, and avoid
starchy pastas.
“Control your intake of animal protein. It is traditional to have five meat dishes this time of year but it taxes the digestive system,” she pointed out.
Also, she advised persons to reduce their food portions and have their meals on smaller plates. “Do not overdo it,” she urged.
For those with special dietary requirements, Mrs. Brown said they should bring this to the awareness of the host or family member who is preparing the meal.
Those with hypertension should avoid high-sodium meals and alcohol.
As it relates to desserts, Mrs. Brown recommended utilising high-fibre ingredients when making cakes and cookies, for example, using oatmeal instead of baking flour.
She said there are also high-fibre/low-sugar cakes that persons can order for their table or offer to take along when they are invited to dinner.
“Give your tastebuds a chance. Use the season to acquire the sugar-free taste. Try having unsweetened sorrel, sugar-less teas and unsalted raw nuts,” Mrs. Brown further suggested.
For those who are emotional eaters, the dietitian advised that they should be mindful of eating triggers.
“Sad experiences tend to resurface at this time of year; the passing or absence of a loved one can trigger unhealthy snacking and binging,” she pointed out.
Also, she is imploring persons not to hesitate to visit the emergency room if they do not feel well.
Mrs. Brown is encouraging persons not to be overwhelmed but to focus on making gradual lifestyle changes.
She said that they should approach the holiday season in a positive way.
“Don’t be negative by saying, ‘oh I can’t eat this or that’. Say ‘I am choosing to eat healthy ad I am enjoying the new taste I have acquired’,” she said.
Contact: Sharon Earle
Release: JIS
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