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0:19 Голос 1 Good morning, Turks and Caicos. I'm Damian Wilson, sitting in for Denae Denny with your morning report for today, Thursday, the 30th day of July, 2026. I'll be bringing you the latest local news and stories from all over the world. These are the headlines. Locally, new PDM leader accuses government of misconduct, calls for transparency. In the region, Jamaica study finds widespread support for regulating social media use for minors. And internationally, OpenAI says its rogue AI tried to hack other companies. Stay tuned for these and more coming up in this morning's report, which is sponsored by Century 21 Arashore Properties.

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2:09 Голос 1 New leader of the People's Democratic Movement, the PDM, the Honorable Douglas Parnell, has accused the government of misconduct and not being accountable to the public when it comes to the handling of what he says are two grave matters facing the Turks and Caicos Islands. Recent developments with InterHealth Canada and National Healthcare and the Howard Hamilton International Airport Terminal Development Project.

2:35 Голос 5 These are grave matters because they touch two of the most important responsibilities of any government, the health of its people and the infrastructure that drives its economy. The Turks and Caicos Islands is not a poor country. Our people should expect world-class healthcare and world-class infrastructure, but they should also expect world-class governance, transparency, and accountability. The authority to spend public money comes with an obligation to explain how that money is being spent. The authority to negotiate on behalf of the country comes with an obligation to protect the country's interests and the authority to govern comes with responsibility when decisions go wrong and that is the accountability I'm demanding from this government tonight because that is the accountability that you the people of this country deserve. Honorable Parnell

3:40 Голос 1 made those comments while speaking at a press conference called by the PDM last evening. During the press conference, the PDM leader leveled a number of allegations at the Mizzig administration. He called the health care situation a crisis as he laid out what he says are the facts of the matter.

3:58 Голос 5 This PDM government, if we were there, would want uninterrupted patient care. We'd want our doctors and nurses, technicians and other health care workers protected. We would want medicines and supplies secured. We would want emergency services protected. We would want specialist treatment and overseas referrals protected. We would want accreditation and clinical standards preserved.

4:30 So here's a recap of the facts. One, the people of this country are facing financial liabilities above $210 million plus interest. interest. Two, the Board of Directors of InterHealth are made up of four individuals, Dr. Imad El-Doukheir, Mr. George Commander, Mr. John Hyland, and Mr. Ariel Mizek-Casey. Three, the Premier, we understand, has been speaking directly, negotiating with Board members. Four, InterHealth has enjoyed a built-in profit from inception of 8% from all the money that we have paid them. Five, there is a remaining $60 million still owed on the original loans. Six, the hospitals employ approximately 250 to 270 persons, which will now have to be absorbed by the government. Seven, the Turks and Caicos Islands government withheld payments likely to trigger a breach of contract as a strategy, but instead likely drastically increase the people's liability as the breaching party. The sums being paid were barely covering payroll, leaving the facilities with work undone.

5:59 Голос 1 In a health care update issued on Tuesday, 28th of July, the Ministry of Health sought to assure residents that hospital services remain operational and health care professionals continue to provide care amid public concern over developments involving the hospital services contract. The government said it is working with legal, financial, procurement and health care advisors to maintain safe and accessible services while determining its next steps. It added that planning for the future of health care delivery began before the recent developments and will consider both immediate needs and long-term improvements to the national health care system. them. Health Minister, the Honourable Kyle Knowles, said that the government's focus was clear and that they were acting in the best interest of the people of the Turks and Caicos Islands.

6:54 Голос 3 I understand that residents want answers and reassurance, particularly when it comes to

6:59 Голос 4 healthcare. These are reasonable expectations and we take them seriously. Public scrutiny

7:05 Голос 3 comes with public office and we welcome informed discussions on matters that affect the people of these islands but the government has a responsibility not only to make decisions

7:16 Голос 4 but also to communicate them clearly with the public about the decisions being made

7:21 Голос 3 and while some matters remain subject to ongoing legal and commercial processes our focus is clear we are aimed at protecting continuity of kia making informed decisions and acting in the best interest of the people of these turks and gigas islands

7:37 Голос 4 So we remain committed to keeping the public informed as this work progresses and we make progress with significant key milestones.

7:47 Голос 1 The public debate and interest around this issue remains high, and RTC News will continue to bring you the latest updates as they unfold. fold. Also, we will be reaching out to the TCI Airports Authority for comment regarding the PDM leaders' accusations related to the terminal development project. We hope to have an update on this matter in our later newscast. Young people across the Turks and Caicos Islands have gained practical experience in journalism, broadcasting, and digital content production through the Turks Turks and Caicos Islands inaugural youth media camps. The Department of Youth Affairs delivered the camps in North Caicos, Providenciale, South Caicos, and Grand Turk for participants age 12 to 17. Organized under the Young Creators Network, TCI, the program introduced participants to career opportunities in the media and creative industries. Media professionals provided hands-on training in photography, camera operation, lighting, journalism, script writing, podcasting, radio broadcasting, and television newscasting. Participants used professional equipment and concluded the program by producing promotional videos showcasing the culture, heritage, and tourism attractions of their respective islands. The projects also commemorated the 50th anniversary of ministerial government.

9:15 government. Director of Youth Affairs, Jatavia Howell, said the program exposed young people

9:21 Голос 2 to careers they may not previously have considered. The youth media camp has exceeded our expectations. It was inspiring to see so many young people fully engaged, eager to learn, and excited about careers they may never have previously considered. The quality of work produced throughout the week speaks volumes about the creativity and potential that exists within our youth in the Turks and Kekes Islands. I would like to extend my sincere congratulations to each of our Department of Youth Affairs team across North Kekes, Providence Alley, South Kekes, and Grand Turk for their dedication and hard work in ensuring the success of these camps. Their planning, coordination, and commitment created a positive learning environment where our young people were encouraged to explore to create and to build confidence we receive overwhelmingly positive feedback from participants many of whom express the desire to continue developing their media skills the enthusiasm reinforces the importance of exposing our youth to alternative career paths that are both relevant and in demand as a department we remain committed to expanding these opportunities by introducing more specialized and niche camps that expose young people to emerging industries and professions that will help prepare them for the future

10:45 Голос 1 workforce of the Turks and Gigas Islands. Youth and Education Minister the Honorable Rachel Taylor said the initiative helped broaden participants' horizons while encouraging confidence, innovation, and entrepreneurship. The department extends its sincere appreciation to the many many professionals and partners who generously shared their expertise throughout the program. It says that special thanks are extended to Gregston Bean of Genesis Next Media, Benson Williams, Leonardo Lightburn, Radio Turks and Caicos, yours truly, Damian Wilson, Denae Denny, Zoya Fessler, Nolan Smith, Renew Destin, and the many other media professionals and volunteers whose contributions made the Kemps an outstanding success. Still in the Turks and Caicos, Uma Kumaran, MP, has been appointed the United Kingdom's new minister with responsibility for the overseas territories and the Caribbean, placing her at the center of future relations between Britain and territories, including the Turks and Caicos Islands. Appointed Parliamentary Undersecretary of State at the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office on 22nd July, Qumran's portfolio also covers global technology and artificial intelligence, violence against women and girls, and department operations.

12:10 In welcoming the appointment, Her Excellency Governor Delaney Daniel Salvaradnam wished Minister Qumran every success in her new role, With her office stating, we look forward to working with Minister Kumaran to further strengthen the enduring partnership between the Turks and Caicos Islands and the United Kingdom. Together, we will continue to advance the shared interests of the people of the Turks and Caicos Islands, supporting the prosperity and well-being of our beautiful by nature islands. Islands. Minister Kumaran's professional background could prove particularly relevant to the TCI. Before entering Parliament, Kumaran served as Director of Diplomatic and International Relations for C40 Cities, a global network that works with major cities to address climate change. She has also participated in international climate and biodiversity conferences. This experience may give her an informed understanding of the climate-related challenges facing the overseas territory. For the TCI, these include stronger hurricanes, coastal vulnerability, marine conservation, and the need to build greater economic and infrastructure resilience. Qumran has identified climate action in the Caribbean and the opportunities presented by artificial intelligence among the priorities within her new portfolio.

13:35 Her responsibility for global technology and AI could open discussions about digital transformation, cybersecurity, and the responsible use of emerging technologies across the territories. However, she has not yet announced any specific AI or technology initiatives for the overseas territories. Tories. RTC News reached out to both the Tourism Minister, Honorable Shivago Jolly, and the Minister of Innovation, Technology, and Energy, Honorable E.J. Sandus, to get their perspective on how Minister Kumaran's background and portfolio focus can help their ministries in particular.

14:14 Голос 6 As the minister responsible for tourism, environment, histories, and maritime affairs, My interest is straightforward. How can we use this opportunity to advance the priorities of the Turks and Caicos Islands? Minister Kimmerer's background in international climate diplomacy provides a solid basis for those discussions. Our priorities are clear. We want to strengthen coastal resilience, protect our marine ecosystems, systems, and really accelerate practical climate adaption measures that try to safeguard both our communities and as well as our tourism economy. I mean, we also see opportunities to advance the blue economy, expand renewable energy initiatives, and improve access to climate finance so that small island states like ours can deliver resilient infrastructure and conservation projects projects that are incredibly effective. But ultimately, I do look forward to working with Minister Cumarano on initiatives that deliver real benefits for the people of the Turks and Caicos Islands, particularly in those areas I described, you know, climate resilience, marine conservation, and sustainable economic development. Our objective is to continue building the capacity and resilience of the Turks and Caicos

15:39 Island, so that we are increasingly able to shape our own sustainable future.

15:45 Голос 4 Thank you for providing me the information on Minister Omar Kamarand's new position as Parliamentary Undersecretary of State in the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office with responsibility for the overseas territories, the Caribbean, global technology and AI, violence against women and girls, and the FCDO's departmental operations. I believe this is going to be huge for the Turks and Caicos. particularly my ministry, that is the Ministry of Innovation, Technology, and Energy. As I said, she has responsibility for global technology and AI, which means that we speak the same language. I'm hoping during her tenure that we get some airtime with her and we'll be able to outline to her our plans and ambitions for e-governance in the Turks and Caicos, our plans for turning the Turks and Caicos government into a 24-7 high-performance government, government, and how we're going to utilize AI to achieve that. As she has an AI background, at least responsibility for AI, I'm certain she will get it and she will understand very clearly the things that we're seeking to achieve. So I'm excited. I'm excited for the Turks and Caicos Islands. I'm excited for my ministry. And I'm also excited for young girls, young minority girls who can now look to a minister minister and see someone who represents them. And so, congratulations goes out to Hart and our family. And thank you, and I look forward to meeting her and working with her in the future.

17:15 Голос 1 We thank both ministers for being willing to provide their comments late last evening. Despite that experience, Kumaran is a relatively new parliamentarian, and little is publicly known about her views on the constitutional relationship between Britain and its overseas territories or her positions on matters specific to the TCI. Her approach should become clearer through her early meetings with territorial leaders, future policy announcements, and engagement at the next UK Overseas Territories Joint Ministerial Council. That's it for local news. Stay tuned for news from the region.

18:03 Turning to Jamaica, one in four Jamaican caregivers report that children under their supervision have encountered sexual content or grooming attempts linked to social media, according to a new national study commissioned by the Ministry of Health and Wellness. Of the 1,027 adults surveyed, 16.5% said minors in their care had been exposed to sexual content, while 9.1% reported unwanted sexual messages or grooming. Other concerns included exposure to violence or disturbing material reported by 16.8% of respondents. A farther 16.9% said social media use contributed to sleep loss, anxiety, or emotional distress among minors, while 12.9% reported exposure to harmful misinformation or dangerous online challenges. Health Minister Dr. Christopher Tufton described children's social media use as a public health issue. He said the findings would support public discussion and help inform Jamaica's response. The report found strong support for government intervention with 90% of respondents favoring some regulation of social media use among minors. Another 83.9% agreed that Jamaica needs a clear policy framework. That was regional news. Here's what's happening globally.

19:43 OpenAI has disclosed that an autonomous chat GPT agent accessed four additional online services during a cyber incident previously believed to have affected only the AI platform Hugging Face. The company said its models discovered and used publicly exposed login credentials connected to four accounts on four unnamed services. OpenAI did not identify the services or clarify whether they belonged to companies, but said the additional breaches were less severe than the Hugging Face intrusion. Hugging Face first reported on 16 July that it had been targeted by autonomous AI agents and referred the incident to police. lease. Nearly a week later, OpenAI acknowledged that its system had escaped a restricted testing environment while attempting to find answers to a hacking examination. During an emergency briefing with cybersecurity professionals, Hugging Face said the agents operated at exceptional speed, relentlessly testing thousands of methods simultaneously. However, they also made unusual decisions and errors that human hackers would be unlikely to make. The company described the incident as the first known fully autonomous AI cyber attack. OpenAI later expanded its original statement after determining that the agent's activity had extended beyond hugging face to

21:12 other publicly accessible services. That was international news. Up next is the weather from From the TCI National Weather Service.

21:39 Голос 2 Good morning, Turks and Caicos. My name is Tiffany Henfield, bringing you a weather report for today, July 30th, 2026, on behalf of the Turks and Caicos Islands National Weather Service. Currently at Providenciales, we have partly cloudy skies with winds out of the southeast at 7 knots. The public is advised to remain hydrated, wear protective clothing and sunscreen, and seek shaded areas while outside during peak sunshine hours, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., as UV indices are expected to be in the very high to extreme range and heat indices may reach the lower triple digits. The ridge of high pressure and another surge of Saharan dust will maintain generally stable, warm and hazy conditions across the Turks and Caicos Islands from today through Saturday. Today, isolated showers possible, partly cloudy with a high near 92 degrees. Tonight, mostly fair with a low around 81 degrees. Wind, east to southeast at 10 to 20 knots. Seas light to moderate with wave heights of 2 to 4 feet, building up to 5 feet offshore. Sunset today will be at 7.29 p.m., low tide at 3.32 p.m., and high tides at 9.27 a.m. again tonight at 9.58 p.m. Tropical cyclone activity is not expected within the next seven days. That is your weather report for today. day. Join us again tomorrow at the same time. Have a good day.

23:09 Голос 1 Thank you all for tuning in to this morning's report. Make sure you listen into our afternoon news major at 1.30 p.m. and our nation's report at 6 p.m. Download the Radio Turks and Caicos app from the Google Play Store or the Apple App Store and visit our website at www.rtc89fm.com. And also for all of you listeners, our dear live coverage of another sitting of the TCI Parliament begins this morning at 10 a.m. right here on Radio Turks and Caicos. You can also listen via our app and online platform via our website. This morning's report is sponsored by Century 21 Arashore Properties. I'm Damian Wilson sitting in for Denae Denny. She'll be back next week. Have yourselves a wonderful day and join me once again tomorrow morning.

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32:42 Голос 3 Here's what's happening on our community calendar for today. Summer Splash 2026. Sun Fun Community happening Thursday, 30th of July, 2026 from 9.30 to 3.30 p.m. 9.30 a.m. H.K. and Rehabilitation Department form a Grand Turk Hospital compound. 10 o'clock, the Island Tour departs. 11 30 a.m to 3 30 festivities at governor's beach event and highlights island tour scenic drive showcasing tci's beauty before hitting the beach prizes and surprises exciting giveaways for all attendees games and activities gentle senior friendly competitions and laughter fun a laughter filled fun local dishes savor authentic turks and caicos islands flavors with a beachside feast. Relax, rejuvenate, soak up the sun, swim, or unwind under the palms. Don't miss out. Bring your hats, smiles, sunscreen, and sunscreen for a memorable day of camaraderie and joy. Transportation, lunch, and refreshments provided. Contact 649-338-2171 or email agedcarerehab at gov.tc or jgarland, that's jgarland, at gov.tc. Hosted by Aged Care and Rehabilitation, Turks and Caicos Islands, and also Turks and Caicos Islands Airports Authority.

34:42 Delicious Espresso at Keiko's Cafe, located at the atrium, Duke Street, Grand Turk, open every day, Monday through Sunday, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Yes, we are open seven days a week, where breakfast and lunch is served all day. Feeling like breakfast at 4 p.m. or lunch at 8 a.m.? Well, you can have it your way at Keiko's Cafe. Come and try out our new menu item, our delicious chicken nuggets or chicken tenders and waffle fries. They're perfect for kids. Also, try out our Big Mac breakfast. Pancakes, waffles, French toast, hash browns, scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, and ham. Now that's what you call Big Mac. K-Coast Cafe is happy to announce that ice cream and milkshakes are now available. Available. Vanilla, strawberry, chocolate, butter pecan, and cookies and cream. Copper Cone. Available all day, every day. We also cater to small or large events. And same-day catering is also available. Please call for more information. Keiko's Cafe. Very affordable. Very chill. Very demure. Call to place your order now at 242-CAKE. That's 242-CAKE.

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