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  • UPDATE: Police officer charged with murder of missing teen; investigation reveals alleged cover-up

    UPDATE: Police officer charged with murder of missing teen; investigation reveals alleged cover-up

    The weeks-long search for a missing teenage girl in Dominica has concluded in devastating tragedy, with law enforcement officials confirming 16-year-old Portsmouth resident Jerbiah Paul was murdered, and a former serving police officer has been formally charged in connection with her killing.

    Jean Luc-Rudy Langlais, who previously served with the Commonwealth of Dominica Police Force (CDPF), appeared before the Magistrate’s Court this Thursday to face a single count of murder. Immediately following the filing of charges, Langlais was dismissed from the police service and remanded into custody at the State Prison, where he will remain as the legal process moves forward.

    The murder charge comes after an intensive, multi-agency investigation launched when Paul was reported missing on July 24. Search teams located her remains on Wednesday, August 12, dumped on a steep precipice in Dominica’s Capuchin region.

    Due to the severe decomposition of the body, initial identification efforts were delayed. When the remains were first found, Police Public Relations Officer Acting Assistant Superintendent Fixton Henderson told reporters that investigators had recovered the body of an apparent female dressed in a blue top, but the remains were too degraded to confirm identity immediately. “DNA testing will be required to formally confirm who the remains belong to,” Henderson stated in an earlier media briefing, adding that authorities released early details to prevent widespread unfounded speculation amid the ongoing search for Paul.

    Prior to formal confirmation, law enforcement sources had already connected the remains to the missing teenager, who was last seen wearing a dark blue shirt the day she disappeared. On Thursday, Police Chief Lincoln Corbette officially confirmed that the remains belonged to Paul and that Langlais had been charged with her murder, while stressing the investigation remains active and ongoing.

    Speaking at a formal press conference, Corbette expressed deep sorrow over the killing, noting the case is uniquely distressing because the accused was a member of the public institution trusted with protecting Dominican citizens. “This is still an active investigation, so I cannot share extensive details at this time to avoid jeopardizing the upcoming prosecution,” he explained. Speaking both as the head of the national police force and as a father himself, Corbette extended sincere condolences to Paul’s family, calling her death “truly heartbreaking.” He also issued a public pledge that investigators would leave no avenue unexplored to secure justice. “No stone will remain unturned,” Corbette said. “We will ensure that anyone involved in Jerbiah’s murder faces the full extent of the law.”

    National Security Minister Rayburn Blackmore also shared his profound sorrow over the tragic circumstances of Paul’s death, acknowledging the deep seriousness of the accusation that a serving police officer killed a young resident. While calling the allegations deeply disturbing, Blackmore urged rank-and-file police officers not to let the actions of one individual weaken their commitment to serving the Dominican public. He emphasized that the vast majority of the country’s police officers continue to carry out their roles with professionalism and accountability, and appealed to the public not to lose trust in the entire police institution because of the actions of one accused person.

    Blackmore also reaffirmed that Dominican law enforcement treats all missing person reports with the highest priority, and called on media outlets and members of the public to practice restraint and responsibility throughout the criminal investigation process.

    As investigators continue to map out the timeline of events leading up to Paul’s death, they have uncovered what they describe as a sophisticated plot to cover up the crime. According to lead investigators, after Paul was killed, Langlais and other unidentified co-conspirators created fake social media accounts, which they used to post messages designed to trick the public and investigators into believing the teenager was still alive. Authorities say the deceptive scheme was intended to mislead search teams, disrupt the search effort, divert public attention, and delay the discovery of Paul’s remains.

    Investigators have not ruled out the possibility of additional charges being filed against other people who allegedly assisted in the cover-up or otherwise obstructed the ongoing investigation.

    The case has sent shockwaves across the small Caribbean nation of Dominica, driven both by the brutal killing of a teenage girl and the fact that the person accused of her murder was a sworn police officer tasked with protecting the country’s citizens.

  • Women At Higher Risk of Death During Heatwaves

    Women At Higher Risk of Death During Heatwaves

    As global temperatures continue to climb and extreme heat events grow more frequent, new research from United Kingdom health specialists has uncovered a stark, underrecognized public health gap: women face far more severe health consequences and higher death risks during heatwaves than men.

    Extreme high temperatures act as an unexpected physical stress test on the female cardiovascular system, pushing the body beyond its tolerance limits and elevating the likelihood of life-threatening heat-related illness. The findings, which align with guidance from UN Women, point to a combination of biological, socioeconomic and structural factors that combine to put women and girls at unique risk across every stage of life.

    Biologically, women have key physiological differences that reduce their ability to cope with extreme heat. On average, women produce less sweat than men — a critical natural cooling mechanism that helps the body regulate internal temperature during hot weather. Hormonal shifts throughout life further exacerbate this vulnerability: menstruation causes iron loss that places extra strain on the heart, while lower estrogen levels during menopause intensify hot flashes and night sweats, making extreme heat even more uncomfortable and dangerous. For pregnant people, the body already generates extra heat to support fetal development, and increased fluid needs raise the risk of dehydration. Research also links maternal heat exposure to adverse birth outcomes including pre-term labor and low birth weight, putting both parent and child at risk.

    Older women face the most elevated overall danger, the study confirms. This demographic is more likely to live with dementia, which impairs the body’s ability to recognize thirst signals and communicate the need for cooling or hydration. Many older women also take diuretic medications to manage chronic health conditions, which further disrupt fluid balance and reduce the body’s ability to tolerate extreme heat.

    Beyond biological factors, extreme heat deepens pre-existing gender inequalities that amplify risk, UN Women notes. Women and girls living in rural regions, informal urban slums, disaster zones and conflict-affected communities often face systemic barriers to accessing critical resources that protect against heat: electricity for air conditioning or fans, reliable healthcare services, safe temperature-regulated housing, and clean drinking water. In many communities, women bear the primary responsibility for collecting water for their households, a task that forces prolonged exposure to extreme heat and increases the risk of heat stroke and dehydration. In areas with inadequate sanitation infrastructure, managing menstruation during heatwaves becomes even more challenging, adding another layer of health risk.

    As climate change drives more frequent and more intense heatwaves globally, medical and public health experts are now calling for urgent action to close this protection gap. They emphasize the need for targeted public awareness campaigns to educate women, caregivers and healthcare providers about the unique risks women face, as well as policy interventions to expand access to cooling and healthcare for vulnerable communities. Without targeted changes to public heat safety strategies, experts warn that the gender gap in heat-related death and illness will continue to widen as temperatures rise.

  • CARICOM-ministers van Onderwijs starten tweedaagse vergadering in Guyana

    CARICOM-ministers van Onderwijs starten tweedaagse vergadering in Guyana

    On Wednesday, education ministers from across the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) convened in Georgetown, Guyana, for the opening of the 52nd meeting of the Council for Human and Social Development – Education, a two-day gathering that coincides with the annual International Youth Day to amplify focus on youth opportunity across the region. Dirk Currie, Minister of Education, Science and Culture, is among the high-level delegates participating in the meeting, which is chaired by Guyana’s own Minister of Education Sonia Parag.

    This year’s summit centers on the unifying theme “Educating for Life, Purpose and Caribbean Progress.” During the opening plenary session, Parag pushed back against the narrow framing of education as mere knowledge transfer and exam preparation, arguing that 21st-century schooling must prioritize equipping learners with transferable critical thinking skills, adaptive capacity to navigate a rapidly shifting global landscape, and the tools to contribute meaningfully to their local and national communities.

    In addition to cabinet-level education ministers from CARICOM member states, the gathering brings together representatives from regional educational bodies, international partner organizations, and a wide range of education sector stakeholders. Key topics on the meeting’s working agenda include the expansion of micro-credentialing programs across the region, the development of standardized regional education assessments, strengthening primary and secondary mathematics curricula, and expanding structured professional development opportunities for in-service teachers throughout CARICOM member nations.

    CARICOM Secretary-General Carla Barnett used her opening address to shine a spotlight on Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET), a sector she framed as increasingly critical to the bloc’s economic resilience and employment outcomes. Barnett emphasized that technical, vocational, and digital literacy skills are growing in demand across every sector of the Caribbean economy, linking widespread access to high-quality TVET directly to improved job placement and long-term economic stability for member states. “TVET is recognized as a strategic investment in the resilience and competitiveness of the entire region,” Barnett stated in her remarks.

    Barnett shared her optimism that the two-day meeting will deliver actionable policy frameworks to strengthen national education systems across the bloc, and advance a shared regional vision for education: an inclusive learning environment that values every student, fosters cross-border and cross-institutional collaboration, and prepares all Caribbean citizens to thrive in an increasingly interconnected, dynamic global economy.

    The timing of the summit, which overlaps with International Youth Day, underscores the urgent priority CARICOM places on expanding accessible, inclusive education, mental health support, and economic opportunity for young people across the region. Ultimately, the meeting forms a key part of CARICOM’s ongoing effort to refine regional education policy, with the core goal of equipping young Caribbean people with the skills and knowledge they need to flourish amid global change and drive long-term sustainable development across the Caribbean bloc.

  • BCCI Denies Refusing Cabinet Meeting

    BCCI Denies Refusing Cabinet Meeting

    In a public statement released on August 13, 2026, the Belize Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI) has moved quickly to correct widespread misreports claiming it refused an invitation to attend a Cabinet meeting discussing the controversial proposed BTL-Speednet acquisition. The business advocacy group emphasized that characterizations of its refusal to engage are entirely inaccurate and a deliberate mischaracterization of the situation.

    According to the official BCCI statement, the chamber’s top leadership – its president and chief executive officer – were already committed to an official trade mission when the Thursday meeting was scheduled. Both executives are part of the official Belizean government delegation traveling to El Salvador, where they will remain through August 14 to participate in the formal signing of the new Belize-El Salvador Partial Scope Agreement. This landmark trade agreement, which the BCCI has long supported, is projected to unlock significant new cross-border commercial opportunities for hundreds of small and medium-sized Belizean businesses operating across key sectors of the national economy.

    Rather than turning down the meeting out of reluctance to discuss the acquisition, the BCCI explained that it formally requested a short rescheduling to accommodate this pre-existing, high-priority international commitment. The chamber has underscored that it remains fully willing and prepared to sit down with Cabinet, alongside all of Belize’s other social and industry partner groups, at any point before the scheduled final Cabinet vote on the acquisition, which is set to take place on August 18.

    Turning to the substance of the proposed acquisition itself, the BCCI reaffirmed that its official position on the deal remains unchanged. The organization confirmed that its core concerns related to four critical areas – long-term market competition in Belize’s telecommunications sector, transaction transparency, corporate governance standards, and independent regulatory oversight – have not yet received clear, direct responses from the Belizean government. The BCCI stated that it will continue pressing for definitive answers from public officials before the final decision is made, to ensure any approved acquisition aligns with the best interests of Belize’s business community and broader national economy. The statement also comes amid separate reports that independent senators have pushed back against claims from BTL that they were invited to weigh in on the proposed transaction.

  • When will Saint Lucia get a North-South link road?

    When will Saint Lucia get a North-South link road?

    For over 20 years, the proposal for a North-South Link Road has circulated among policymakers and communities in Saint Lucia, conceived to resolve one of the island nation’s most persistent transportation challenges: creating a reliable, efficient travel corridor between the northern and southern ends of the island that bypasses the heavily congested capital city of Castries.

    Despite decades of discussion and planning, however, the ambitious infrastructure project has yet to move past the conceptual phase. As Infrastructure Minister Shawn Edward confirmed in an exclusive interview with St. Lucia Times on the sidelines of a Parliament session Tuesday, the project remains in early stages even as it has been elevated to a top government priority, drawing new interest from private firms eager to explore development and financing options.

    First formally evaluated in 2001, the North-South Link Road idea gained broader public and policy attention over the subsequent 10 years, with the Caribbean Development Bank once funding a comprehensive feasibility study to map potential routes and analyze the project’s viability. The planned corridor would run along Saint Lucia’s northeastern coast, connecting the northern town of Gros Islet directly to the southern community of Dennery, eliminating the need for all north-south traffic to cut through the capital’s crowded urban streets.

    Edward framed the project as a response to a long-recognized critical need for improved interregional connectivity on the island. If completed, officials project it would become one of the largest public capital infrastructure projects ever undertaken by the Saint Lucian government, delivering a wide range of projected benefits: reduced average travel times between the island’s two ends, eased traffic congestion within Castries, unlocked new economic development opportunities across the underdeveloped northeastern coast, and provided a critical alternative evacuation and travel route if existing primary roads are disabled by hurricanes, landslides or other natural disasters common to the Caribbean.

    Still, converting the decades-old concept into a paved highway has faced significant, long-standing barriers. Earlier feasibility assessments concluded that construction costs would be prohibitively high for the island nation, while environmental advocates raised serious concerns over the potential ecological damage the northeastern route could cause, as it would pass through several ecologically sensitive coastal and inland areas.

    Edward’s recent comments signal a renewed push from the current administration to re-examine the project, after multiple previous iterations stalled out over the past two decades. To date, the government has received interest from several private entities, with the minister confirming he has held direct meetings with representatives from four to five firms, alongside formal correspondence from additional groups partnered with local Saint Lucian business interests.

    For now, the project remains anchored at the concept stage, with its future trajectory hinging entirely on two core factors: securing a viable financing structure that addresses the project’s historic cost challenges, and selecting a development proposal that aligns with the government’s priorities. Edward emphasized that the North-South Link Road holds a spot on his ministry’s and the current government’s official priority list, and he expects to release a far more concrete update on the project’s path forward, including details on financing frameworks, within the next few months. When pressed on whether Saint Lucians can expect tangible construction progress during the current government’s term, Edward declined to commit to a firm timeline, noting that additional assessments and negotiations will be required before any definitive commitments can be made.

  • Hurricane Watch Issued for Hawaii as TS Lala Forms

    Hurricane Watch Issued for Hawaii as TS Lala Forms

    On August 13, 2026, U.S. weather officials confirmed that Tropical Storm Lala has organized into a named tropical system over the central Pacific Ocean, triggering an official hurricane watch for Hawaii’s largest island, the Big Island, ahead of the storm’s expected arrival this coming weekend. Forecasters from the U.S. National Hurricane Center (NHC) outlined that Lala will begin bringing inclement weather to the entire Hawaiian island chain starting late Friday, with hazards including intense rainfall, gusty high winds, and life-threatening surf conditions along coastal areas.

    As of the latest NHC advisory, the newly formed storm was positioned approximately 700 miles east-southeast of the Hawaiian Islands, with maximum sustained winds holding at 40 miles per hour – the minimum threshold for a tropical storm – and tracking steadily westward toward the island chain. Current long-range forecast models indicate Lala will continue to gain strength as it traverses warm Pacific waters, and could reach Category 1 hurricane intensity just as it approaches the Big Island. NHC officials note that a hurricane watch is issued 48 hours in advance of expected hazardous conditions, signaling that hurricane-force winds are a distinct possibility in the watch area.

    The primary hazard posed by Lala, forecasters emphasize, is extreme rainfall that could trigger widespread flooding and dangerous mudslides across hilly and mountainous areas of the islands. Precipitation projections call for total accumulations of 5 to 10 inches across most of the island chain, with isolated parts of the Big Island potentially seeing as much as 20 inches of rain over the multi-day event.

    In a separate development in the Pacific on Thursday, a second tropical system, Tropical Storm Hernan, also formed far from any populated landmasses. As of the latest update, Hernan was located roughly 1,460 miles west of the southern tip of Mexico’s Baja California Peninsula, with maximum sustained winds of 45 miles per hour. The storm is tracking west-southwest across open ocean, and forecasters confirm it currently poses no threat to any coastal or island land areas.

  • Small Craft, High Surf Warning in effect as tropical wave nears

    Small Craft, High Surf Warning in effect as tropical wave nears

    The Caribbean island of Barbados is preparing for potential severe weather conditions this weekend, as the Barbados Meteorological Services (BMS) keeps close watch on a developing tropical wave moving across the Atlantic Ocean. As of 11 a.m. local time Thursday, the weather system was positioned roughly 1,056 miles east of the island nation, with forecasters projecting it will track north of Barbados between Friday night and Saturday while maintaining strength as a robust tropical wave.

    The approaching system has already triggered changes to local weather advisories. According to an official statement from the BMS, gusty winds blowing ahead of the tropical wave have already degraded marine conditions across the region, prompting officials to upgrade an existing small-craft and high-surf advisory to a full warning. Beyond dangerous sea conditions, the agency warned that Barbados can expect powerful gusts, intense downpours, and frequent thunderstorms as the system passes. Forecasters added that additional watches and warnings could be rolled out as the weather event evolves and brings impacts to the local area.

    As of the latest public bulletin, no tropical storm watches or warnings have been issued for Barbados. Beyond the primary system of concern, the BMS is also monitoring a second tropical wave that is currently located approximately 2,006 miles east of Barbados, across the Eastern Atlantic. Forecasters note that this second system is expected to move into a marginally favorable environment for development over the coming days as it tracks northwestward. However, current climate modeling data does not indicate that this secondary system will pose any significant threat or impact to Barbados at this stage of monitoring.

  • FundAccess, UWI CAGRI celebrate graduates

    FundAccess, UWI CAGRI celebrate graduates

    A collaborative agricultural development effort between a regional development financial body and a leading Caribbean academic institution has marked a key milestone, with the successful completion of specialized training for emerging agri-entrepreneurs. FundAccess, a Barbados-based enterprise development and financing organization, has partnered with The University of the West Indies’ Centre for Agricultural Research and Innovation (UWI CAGRI) to wrap up the Broiler and Layer Management Workshops, a core component of the organizations’ joint Agri-Grow Enterprise Development Programme. A formal closing ceremony to honor participating trainees was hosted recently at UWI’s Cave Hill Campus, where all 22 program graduates received Certificates of Achievement in recognition of their full participation and successful completion of the rigorous training curriculum.

    Kicking off in June 2026, the workshops were purpose-built to address a critical gap in Caribbean agricultural development: equipping both aspiring and current farming entrepreneurs with the full spectrum of capabilities needed to launch and sustain profitable poultry operations. Unlike generic agricultural training programs, the curriculum blended hands-on technical skill-building, academic expertise, and core business acumen to prepare participants for long-term success. Under the guidance of lead instructor Dr. Michele Singh, trainees mastered core poultry production topics including broiler and layer flock management, sustainable housing design, optimized nutrition and feeding protocols, production cycle planning, proactive animal health management, and biosecurity best practices. To bridge the gap between theory and practice, the program incorporated interactive practical exercises, such as a collaborative battery cage construction project, that let participants apply classroom learning while building critical teamwork and adaptive problem-solving skills.

    Program organizers recognized that technical proficiency alone is rarely enough to build a successful agricultural enterprise, so the curriculum also included dedicated training in core agri-business fundamentals. Sessions covered essential topics such as standardized financial record-keeping, market positioning and preparation, regulatory compliance, and enterprise governance. Led by Jonathan Seecharan of Caribbean Export, these business-focused modules pushed participants to reframe farming not as a small-scale subsistence activity, but as a formal, market-driven, and sustainable business venture.

    During the closing ceremony, FundAccess Project Development Officer Tristan Lowe walked attendees through the full range of the organization’s offerings, highlighting the financing products, targeted technical assistance, and ongoing business development support available to entrepreneurs looking to launch new agricultural ventures or scale existing ones. Jillisia Mayers, FundAccess Business Development Officer and lead for the Agri-Grow project, emphasized the transformative vision behind the initiative in her remarks. “Agri-Grow was developed not simply to train farmers but to help develop agricultural entrepreneurs,” Mayers explained. “By combining technical instruction with practical experience, sound business principles and information on financing, participants are better positioned to transform agricultural opportunities into viable and sustainable enterprises.”

    The successful completion of the poultry workshops highlights the power of cross-sector collaboration: the program leverages UWI CAGRI’s decades of specialized agricultural research and training expertise, paired with FundAccess’ deep experience in enterprise development and access to financing for small and medium businesses, to create a holistic support pathway for agri-entrepreneurs. While this round of training has concluded, the broader Agri-Grow Programme will continue rolling out new specialized modules throughout the rest of 2026. Upcoming workshops include a Crop Production session launching August 13, followed by a Sheep Production program starting September 15, and a Pig Production training kicking off October 21.

    Through this ongoing series of workshops, FundAccess and UWI CAGRI are investing in long-term economic and food security progress for Barbados. By supporting the growth of competitive, locally rooted agricultural small businesses, the initiative aims to generate new local employment opportunities, reduce reliance on imported food, strengthen domestic food production capacity, and drive inclusive, sustainable economic growth across the country.

  • Kings wait on Seifert, Ahmad as The Hundred wraps up

    Kings wait on Seifert, Ahmad as The Hundred wraps up

    The 2025 edition of the Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League (CPL) is underway, and last year’s regular season table-toppers, the Saint Lucia Kings, have kicked off their new campaign facing a significant hurdle: two of their most impactful players are missing from the opening matches due to a crammed global franchise cricket calendar. New Zealand wicketkeeper-batter Tim Seifert and Afghan left-arm wrist-spinner Noor Ahmad will not link up with the squad until their fifth fixture of the season, as they are still competing in England’s flagship franchise tournament, The Hundred.

    So far, the Kings have split their opening two matches at the Daren Sammy Cricket Ground, claiming a win in their season opener before falling to defeat on Wednesday night. Up next, the side is set to face Antigua & Barbuda Falcons at the same ground on Friday evening, followed by a clash against Barbados Tridents this coming Sunday. Coincidentally, Sunday also marks the final day of The Hundred’s 2025 season, with both Seifert and Ahmad currently plying their trade for the Manchester Super Giants, who have advanced to the tournament’s playoff round this weekend.

    Seifert’s absence is particularly notable for the Kings, given his standout performance in last year’s CPL. The dynamic hard-hitting batter finished as the league’s fourth-highest run-scorer, notching 396 runs across 12 matches. His contributions accounted for more than 20% of the Kings’ total run output throughout the regular season, when the side finished at the top of the league standings.

    For Ahmad, the left-arm spinner did not feature for the Kings in the 2025 CPL leading up to this season, but he played an instrumental role in the franchise’s historic maiden CPL title win in 2024. At just 19 years old during that title run, the prodigious young spinner topped the league’s wicket-taking charts, finishing with 22 wickets at an impressive economy rate of 6.19 runs per over.

    In Seifert’s absence, South African batter Andries Gous stepped up to deliver a match-winning half-century in the Kings’ opening victory last Sunday. The side also got solid batting contributions on Wednesday, with both Jewel Andrew and Kamil Pooran notching fifties in the losing effort. The Kings’ spin attack is set to get another boost later in the tournament when Sri Lankan mystery spinner Maheesh Theekshana joins the squad, forming a formidable spin trio alongside Ahmad and captain Roston Chase. For the opening fixtures, however, the remaining squad members have been forced to take on expanded responsibilities to cover for the two missing stars.

    The good news for Kings fans is that the star duo is expected to return to the squad in time for next Wednesday’s match against the Guyana Amazon Warriors at the Daren Sammy Cricket Ground, and will be available for the remainder of the CPL season once they arrive.

    The Saint Lucia Kings are not the only CPL side dealing with this scheduling conflict. Three other CPL franchises are also expecting to get their key players back from The Hundred commitments next week. Defending CPL champions Trinbago Knight Riders are waiting on star batter Nicholas Pooran, who is currently playing for MI London, while Jamaica Kingsmen captain Rovman Powell is competing for the Trent Rockets in the English tournament.

  • Four Fishermen Charged After Overnight Patrol Catches Lobster Violations

    Four Fishermen Charged After Overnight Patrol Catches Lobster Violations

    In an early-morning interdiction carried out August 13, 2026, a collaborative enforcement patrol intercepted a fishing vessel operating illegally within the boundaries of Belize’s Half Moon Caye Marine Protected Area, leading to fisheries violation charges against four crew members. The operation brought together two key conservation and security entities: the 2nd Fleet Marine Enforcement Unit of the Belize Coast Guard, and rangers from the Belize Audubon Society. When officers boarded the detained vessel, they discovered a catch that included multiple types of lobster explicitly protected under Belize’s national fisheries laws: undersized juvenile lobsters, soft-shell lobsters in the process of molting, and female lobsters carrying egg masses, all of which are restricted from harvest to support sustainable population recovery. The Belize Coast Guard issued a formal statement following the seizure highlighting the professionalism and effectiveness of its enforcement team, and extended public recognition to the Belize Audubon Society for its long-standing collaborative partnership in monitoring and guarding the ecologically sensitive protected zone. Officials also noted the critical support provided by Belize’s national Fisheries Department throughout the investigation and processing of the violation case. This enforcement action underscores Belize’s ongoing commitment to preserving its fragile marine ecosystems, which rely on protected area regulations to prevent overfishing and support the long-term health of commercially and ecologically important species like Caribbean spiny lobster.