Met Police ignored “vociferous” phone hacking warnings from own detectives
By Steven Swinford, The telegraph, UK Senior detectives have questioned the Metropolitan Police’s version of events over phone hacking after claiming that “vociferous” warnings were ignored and that official records are “inaccurate”. Keith Surtees, an investigating officer with the Metropolitan…
Japan orders tunnel inspections after Sasago collapse
The Japanese government has ordered emergency inspections of road tunnels across the country following a deadly roof collapse west of Tokyo. Nine people were confirmed dead after concrete panels collapsed and started a fire in the Sasago tunnel, 80km (50…
CONCACAF Integrity Committee provides first update since September appointment
NEW YORK (Monday, December 3, 2012) – Statement from Sir David Simmons, Integrity Committee Chairman. “The work of the Integrity Committee has been proceeding very smoothly and satisfactorily,” Sir David Simmons, Chairman of CONCACAF’s Integrity Committee, said in a statement on…
Brazil’s Cohab Aboulafia Family Seeks Partners for Growth
Cainvest International Bank Ltd., the wealth-management firm controlled by Brazil’s Cohab Aboulafia family, plans to expand in Latin America by partnering with family offices. “We decided it’s the best way to offer proper service to our clients and have a…
Flu vaccine still available and Q & A
Director of Primary Health Care, Dr Kiran Kumar is advising the public that a limited supply of flu shots are still available to the public and no more will be procured for this season. He is also reminding the public…
Late Registration Renewal of Tobacco Dealers
The Medical Officer of Health Dr Kiran Kumar is reminding tobacco dealers that the registration deadline for tobacco dealers has passed and late fees are now in full effect. Applications submitted up to 31 December are subject to a late…
UK and France summon Israeli envoys in settlements row
Britain and France have both summoned Israeli ambassadors in protest at Israel’s decision to approve the construction of 3,000 new homes in the West Bank and East Jerusalem. The UK said the move would cast doubt on Israel’s “stated commitment…
New Year’s Licensed Drinking Hours extended
Current liquor licence holders have been granted extended opening hours this New Year’s Eve. Liquor Licensing Board Chairman, Mr. Mitchell Welds, has confirmed that liquor licence holders will be permitted one additional business hour beyond regular closing times, as specified…
Another successful Rotary Central Music Extravaganza
Big congratulations go out to Director Larry and the entire Music Extravaganza team for pulling off yet another wildly successful event on Sat 1stDecember says Fiona Mosley. She also gave thanks to all Rotarians who sold tickets for the raffle…
