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Tourism Fiji has confirmed it will launch a new major international tourism industry event designed to promote and support Fijis continuously growing tourism industry. Tourism Fiji is calling this event the Fijian Tourism Expo and this will take place at the new Sheraton Conference Centre on Denarau Island from May 5 to 8 next year. The event will focus on supporting and showcasing local tourism operators, Fijian-made products and the unique Fijian culture to the world. Tourism Fiji chief executive, Rick Hamilton, said it is the role of Tourism Fiji to provide a platform for our local industry to market itself to the world. Our focus will be to more effectively
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experience. We will look after all service providers, big and small and provide a more effective way of promoting Fiji as an international visitor destination of choice, he said. Earlier in April, Tourism Fiji withdrew its support from the annual Bula Fiji Tourism Exchange because of the inclusion of other Pacific nations in the event. Mr Hamilton had said the representation by other Pacific Island countries risked damaging prospects for local tourism operators. Event organizer appointed Tourism Fiji has appointed Sally Cooper as the Events and MICE director for Tourism Fiji with a primary responsibility to organize and run the Fijian Tourism Expo. Mr Hamilton said Ms Cooper has extensive experience and the initiative and creativity to effectively develop Fijian Tourism Expo as a successful event. Sally enjoys an excellent reputation in the industry and is also highly regarded by the international tourism industry and will bring all her expertise to the Fijian Tourism Expo to ensure its success, he said. Bula Fiji reaction Meanwhile, the Bula Fiji Tourism Exchange has already been announced to take place next year from May 26 to 28 at the InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa. Bula Fiji Tourism Exchange chairman, David Voss, said the event by Tourism Fiji would not be the same as Bula Fiji Tourism Exchange. Bula Fiji Tourism Exchange represents Fiji and the Pacific whereas Tourism Fiji represents only Fiji, he said. As far as we are concerned Bula Fiji Tourism Exchange is an industry-run event we dont get any money from the Government. If Tourism Fiji wants to run another event, there is nothing we can do to stop them. The Bula Fiji Tourism Exchange next year will be in its 18th year.
Police Facilitates Ministrys Training
The Fiji Police Force together with the Ministry of Lands and Mineral Resources Department formed a unique partnership envisioned to improve service delivery to the people of Fiji. Over the next 15 days the Fiji Police will facilitate a motorcycle training course at the Police Special Response Unit (PSRU) Headquarters in 8 Miles, Nasinu. The Ministry of Lands and Mineral Resources Department had purchased a set of motorcycles to help them improve service delivery in reaching out to members of the public. The Land Ministry turned to the Force for training because it had the resources and the expertise to educate its staff on the operational aspects of motorcycles. The 15 day workshop was officially launched by the Fiji Police Force Director of Traffic Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Mahesh Mishra who reminded the participants that their understanding of the use of motorcycles and its accompanying laws of our roads will be enhanced after training. SSP Mishra said he hoped that the exchange of knowledge between the Force and the Ministry over the next few days will also assist Police in trying to improve road safety.
Two former Fiji residents have been convicted of corruptly obtaining public funds from a New Zealand city council. Hemant Kumar Maharaj and Suresh Din, two friends from their days in Fiji, were sentenced in the Auckland District Court. Maharaj, a civil engineer and a former North Shore City Council employee, was jailed for signing off more than 150 invoices for road and roadside maintenance work that was never completed. He was jailed for two years and 10 months and Din was sentenced 10 months' home detention and 350 hours of community service following a Serious Fraud Office (SFO) prosecution. The charges were laid in September 2010 and the pair were found guilty at
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a trial in June. Their offending occurred over a period of about 10 years while Maharaj was working for the North Shore City Council. The duo formed an agreement to invoice the council for maintenance work which was never completed. Din submitted the invoices under the name of S Din Family Trust. After the invoices were submitted by Din, Maharaj would sign off the work as being completed and forward the invoice for payment. In most cases no road maintenance works were carried out, or where works were carried out, the value of the works was significantly less than the money paid. The SFO alleged about $829,000 had been defrauded, but only proved fraud of $145,000.
Better Cane Yields Seen Arriving In Country

The introduction of a quality yield based payment system for the sugar industry has seen better cane yields arriving at the country's sugar mills this year. Fiji Sugar Corporation executive chairman Abdul Khan says the full implementation of the quality based payment system would begin by next year. Better yields mean quality sugar he said and with the preferential agreement with the European Union coming to a conclusion in 2017, Fiji's sugar will be in the global markets competing with other sugar producing nations. There are plans to negotiate with the EU to move the preferential agreement to 2020 or even beyond but the more the quality the sugar, the better it is for Fiji and it's market. Meanwhile Fiji's four sugar mills have crushed a little more than 1.1million tonnes of sugarcane producing more than 121,000 tonnes of sugar for Fiji's market. The Penang and Labasa mills are likely to seize crushing towards the end of next month while Lautoka and Ba will conclude in November.
DIALYSIS treatment for renal patients will be made more accessible for those who cannot afford the procedure, thanks to the philanthropic spirit of a group of business people in the West. The Krishna Community of Hope, an organisation comprising business leaders, got together and decided to fund some patient's dialysis treatment at the Western Division Dialysis Centre in Nadi for the next three months. Krishna Community of Hope trustee Prem Chand said they were established to assist the less fortunate and had plans to foot the bill for renal patients from Sigatoka to Rakiraki. Mr Chand stressed the group was not religious in nature. "We have five trustees and we formed this group two months ago to support renal failure patients in the Western Division. "I am a frequent visitor to the Zen Medical Centre and I have seen many
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Police On The Hunt For Facebook Video Uploader

The Fiji Police is now on the hunt for the person responsible of uploading a video that has created havoc on the social networking site Facebook showing a man and a woman getting beaten up by the womans relatives, which has led to many people raising their concerns on the brutality shown on the video.
people die from renal failure and die without help. "We wanted to give some of the patients at the dialysis centre a chance to survive and be able to get enough strength to help themselves." Mr Chand said the group would fund two sessions per week for each patient they identified for assistance. "For starters, patients needing dialysis would go for tubing and we will help them pay for two sessions per week and that would cost us about $550 per week. This means $2200 will be spent for each patient per month and this will run for three months. "We want to help them in the initial three months and during this time we will encourage them to search for more help for their treatment. "From there we move to other patients to give them that first stage of help. "Our initial target, we want to help at least three patients every month."
The video was said to been uploaded on Facebook a month ago in it showing family members entering the womans house and beating up her husband brutally.
Meanwhile, Police spokesperson Ana Naisoro said that the Police needed more information on the incident and so far no complaint has been lodged on the incident at any of the police stations.
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wellness screenings. He said while it is everyones right to be well, its also each persons responsibility to look after themselves well which includes having regular checks. Wellness is very much related to social determinants and this relates to the seven domains of influence (which are Thinking, Breathing, Eating, Drinking, Moving, resting and Reproducing), he said. These seven domains of influence determine and influence the blood chemistry (such as the blood sugar & to have yearly wellness screenings. Addressing top civil servants at a Fiji Wellness Symposium at Holiday Inn, the minister said they should be setting the benchmark and be role models in their respective departments and or agencies for wellness. Dr Sharma said the symposium is part of governments commitment to promoting and implementing wellness in the civil service. The expected outcome of the symposium is to develop a draft national policy on wellness. Independent candidates will have to wait for rules governing their registration, says Fijis Acting Permanent Secretary Responsible for Elections and Registrar of Political Parties, Mohammed Saneem. Saneem said provisions made in the Political Parties Decree 2013 only apply to political parties. There have been indications from aspiring politicians to run as independent candidates for the 2014 elections, but they will need to be registered first. Fijis 2013 Constitution has made
Six elections experts, two each from New Zealand, Australia and the European Union, will visit Fiji over the next two months to assist with preparatory works for the 2014 elections. Attorney-General and Minister Responsible for Elections, Aiyaz SayedKhaiyum said the experts will review the gap-analysis reports produced by New Zealand, the European Union and the Commonwealth. The experts will also work with the Bainimarama Government, the Elections Office, and the soon-to-be-appointed Electoral Commission to finalise planning for all aspects related to the election.
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They will also assist in identifying polling stations, developing a specific list of material needs, drafting the rules and regulations that will guide the electoral process, and establishing a fair and transparent system for the hiring of elections staff on merit and for their training. "By the end of this process, we will have a detailed plan for carrying out next year's election, which will not only ensure that it will be fair, transparent and credible, but will also assist our development partners to know exactly how and where they can contribute, Sayed-Khaiyum said.
provisions for independent candidates, highlighting the criteria that must be met to be eligible to contest the elections which includes being a citizen of Fiji and does not hold citizenship of any other country. The constitution also stipulates that an independent candidate will only qualify for a seat in Parliament if they receive at least five per cent of the total number of votes cast. Meanwhile, only four have been registered being the Fiji Labour Party, National Federation Party, Social Democratic Liberal Party and People's Democratic Party so far.
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It's been 40 years since we established business with our first flour mill which was the first for Fiji as well. Starting out as "Suva Flour Mills Co Ltd" we started operations in Walu Bay, Suva, Fiji in 1973. The name was then changed to "Flour Mills of Fiji Ltd" from which originated the "FMF" brand. The initial project came about with support from the Fiji 6 Government and was a milestone event in the inception of the manufacturing 6 sector in Fiji. Initially, we started out milling flour and sharps, with a capacity of 200 tons per day. Milling flour in Fiji enabled the people of Fiji to have fresh and high quality wheat flour. With growth in the local and export markets our production today has grown many fold. We have also extended our product lines to manufacture whole meal flour, Wearing garlands from left, FMF's Gary Callaghan, Hari Punja, Ram Bajkal and Rohit Punja with staff members at their 40th anniversary celebration in semolina, noodle flour, and other Suva. associated and specialty products such as Wheatgerm, Chakki Flour, Atta crushed wheat, bakery ingredients and of our company. FMF Foods Group of Flour, Pea Flour (Besan) and Premixes. oil. Companies today provides for most As opportunities arose we have added Today, Flour Mills of Fiji has of Fiji's household food needs and its new businesses to the original business transformed into a diverse food reach extends to other Pacific Island of flour milling. This includes milling manufacturing facility which produces countries where products of Fiji are of rice and peas, manufacture of a variety of flour based and other highly admired and loved. biscuits, noodles, potato, dalo (taro) products. With a vast range of food So while the name of the company and cassava chips and even cardboard products, it was only appropriate to and its profile may have changed over cartons which are used for packaging reflect this in the company name which the years, our original commitment our food products. In addition, the was changed to FMF Foods Limited in towards our customers remains company also trades in plain and 2011. This now reflects a truer picture unchanged.
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Jobs Up By 11.5 Per Cent: RBF

The number of jobs available to those in Fiji's labour market has increased by 11.5 per cent. According to the Reserve Bank of Fijis latest Job Advertisement Survey, the increase was mostly led by the wholesale & retail trade, tourism, community, social & personal services and the construction sectors. The labour market has been improving in line with the improved investor confidence and RBF says the recent industry visit by its Board to the West and various in-house meetings are generally in line with partial indicator outcomes. Consumer confidence was also boosted by the growth in labour market and continued inward remittances which registered a year-on-year growth of 4.9 percent cumulative to July. Meanwhile, new lending for consumption purposes more than doubled in the first eight months of this year to $336.2 million, while the number of new vehicles sold rose by 46.0 percent. Performances in most industries, except for gold, show positive outcomes. Improved cane supply and milling efficiency, the volume of sugar produced totalled 126,112 tonnes, nearly 17.0 percent higher than the same period last year. Gold production, cumulative to August, fell by 23.3 percent compared to the similar 2012 period, mainly due to low grade ore extraction. However, a significant turnaround of 34.4 percent in the month to August was registered.
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A CHINESE national has pleaded guilty to failing to declare about $141,000 cash that was found hidden in two large suitcases when she entered the country last week. Appearing at the Nadi Magistrates Court, 24-year-old Fan Wang of Lang Fang Hebei in China, admitted to carrying $US80,000 in two suitcases when she boarded an Air Korean flight to Fiji. According to the court, Ms Fan was stopped at the arrivals desk by a Customs officer who noticed the Chinese national behaving suspiciously. The court then heard that the Customs officer referred Ms Fan to another officer who searched her luggage. During the search, the officer found
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hidden under her clothes four bundles of one hundred $US100 notes. The officer also discovered a similar amount of cash hidden in the second suitcase carried by the accused. Together, eight bundles of the $US100 notes was found on the accused. While appearing in court, police prosecutor ASP Anil Prasad said Ms Fan's case was serious and warranted a punishment of a large fine or imprisonment. Magistrate Peni Dalituicama adjourned the case to October 8 for sentencing. Mr Dalituicama also ordered that Ms Fan be placed on a $1500 bail and to surrender all her travel documents to the court. A stop departure order was also issued by the court.
CWMH 90th Anniversary

Suva's Colonial War Memorial Hospital is undergoing a $10million upgrade to coincide with its 90th anniversary. Minister for Health Dr Neil Sharma said the hospital has a new emergency department to cater for traumatized patients from motor vehicle accidents or people suffering from acute medical conditions, acute asthma and internal bleeding. The hospital had also commissioned Fiji's first MRI machine and a new CT scanner replaced a decades old one. Dr Sharma said in addition to the Cardiac Cat Lab, they had added a noninvasive cardiology services to enable doctors to see the status of the heart soon after a heart attack or to detect valves and leaks. He said the hospital would also get new international standard operating theatres and while the old operating theatres and maternity units would be refurbished. Two of these theatres will be for neurosurgery and open heart surgery. Three operating theatres are being renovated, taking the total at the hospital to 11. There is another operating theatre at the eye unit. Dr Sharma said the maternity unit and toilet facilities had a major facelift through private partnerships with Digicel, Carpenters, Deluxe Paint and S E Holdings.
State Looks Into Casino Deal

THE government will not hesitate to cancel One Hundred Sands Limited's exclusive casino licence if the company cannot demonstrate that construction of the $290million investment will begin soon. During a press briefing, acting Prime Minister and Attorney-General Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum said they had written to One Hundred Sands Ltd asking for an explanation why the government should not cancel their casino licence as per the agreed-upon standards and specifications. "With due consideration of the significant economic benefits the project would bring to Fiji, government has given One Hundred Sands ample time to get their finances in order," Mr Sayed-Khaiyum said. "I have written to the chairman asking him to show clear cause why government should not cancel the licence. "Their response will be assessed in the best interests of the Fijian people." One Hundred Sands was granted an exclusive licence to construct and manage Fiji's first casino on Denarau Island in Nadi in December 2011. Prime Minister Commodore Voreqe Bainimarama officiated at the groundbreaking ceremony last April and construction of the $290million casino was expected to be completed by October this year. Mr Sayed-Khaiyum said under the terms of the licence, One Hundred Sands would be required to pay the government $US100,000 ($F185,668) in penalty each month the project remained incomplete, beginning October 1 this year. Asked on how much more time would government give the company, Mr Sayed-Khaiyum replied: "We have written to them to show us cause why we should not cancel the licence and now we are waiting for a response." He said the government had granted One Hundred Sands Limited more time when they asked for it. He added this was a transparent process that meant they would go through another tender process.
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THE Rice Company of Fiji Limited 8 recorded a modest 5.76 per cent net sales revenue growth for the 20122013 financial year. In its annual report released this week by the South Pacific Stock Exchange, company chairman Hari Punja said net sales revenue increased from more than $18.82million to more than $19.91m. He said profit after tax increased from more than $1.56m to more than $2.05m. "During the year, the company relaunched two Australian grown varieties, a premium long grain rice marketed under the "FMF Sunrice"
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brand and a medium grain marketed as "FMF Sunwhite"," he said. "After having been out of the market for a while, these products have been re-allocated shelf space in the retail trade but being premium products, are yet to make an impact on the extremely price sensitive market." Mr Punja said they expected the international price of rice to be fairly 8 steady over the ensuing year with no significant increase in consumption. He said dividends of $1.2m were 8 declared and paid during the financial year compared to $600,000 in 2012.
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FIJI'S earnings from tourism increased in the June quarter of this year compared with the same period last year by $34.9million. Government statistician Epeli Waqavonovono said earnings for the June quarter was estimated at $317.3m compared to $282.4m for the same period last year. He said Australian visitors contributed $174.3m or 54.9 per cent of the earnings from tourism with $48.5m or 15.3 per cent attributed to New Zealand visitors. "Earnings from the US increased by $2m to $25.3m while continental Europe decreased by $0.3m to $14.5m," Mr Waqavonovono said. For this period, he said, the Fiji Bureau of Statistics recorded the arrival of 167,684 tourists in June this year, compared with 154,359 in June last year. He said 122,733 visitors arrived for holiday in the June quarter of this year, an increase from the 113,016 visitors for the same period in 2012. Cruise ship passengers arriving in Fiji decreased from 12,331 people in the June quarter of 2012 to 7737 for the same period this year. "Earnings from Australia increased by $24.1m to $174.3m while earnings from New Zealand increased by $0.2m to $48.5m," he said. Mr Waqavonovono said Fiji's earnings from tourism for the September quarter of this year would be released as soon as the disaggregated data became available.
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MOTIBHAI Group of Companies will soon launch the Sony Xperia smart watch in Fiji. Wholesale executive for Sony products Nilesh Patel said this would be priced very competitively below $300. The company in conjunction with Digicel Fiji launched the Sony Xperia smartphones in Suva last week. Mr Patel said 12 smartphones and a Sony tablet with entry models were launched on the night. Marketing and Business Development Officer Abraham Gomes said Sony Xperia was a family of Sony smartphones and tablets. He said the line of phones had been manufactured since 2008 while the first tablet released under the brand was launched last year. "The name Xperia is derived from the word experience, and was first used in experia z1 tagline, I Xperia the best," he said. Digicel Fiji chief financial officer Farid Mohammed said they had been partners with the Motibhai Group for some time now and the launch just a next step in the commitment towards the partnership they had. "This is truly a very significant event for us as Motibhai and Digicel share the same sentiment when it comes to our customers," Mr Mohammed said.
THE cash flow and maritime economic value of more than 16,300 people in Lomaiviti exceeded $176million this year. And according to Lomaiviti provincial administrator Kelepi Kubunameca, 26 villages and two settlements in Ovalau with a population of 8000 had a cash flow of more than $173m. "For Koro Island, the economic value and cash flow of 3700 people is more than $1m and another $1m for 16 villages in Gau," he said in a presentation to members of the media on a recent tour of the province. "A total of $440,000 was recorded for 10 villages in Moturiki and $264,000 for five villages in Nairai." He said the cost of economic crops in Lomaiviti was expected to be more than $27million this year. Mr Kubunameca said this came from
3495 farmers around Lomaiviti. "The forecasted figure was from 13 different crops with yaqona topping the list with $24.8m. This was followed by dalo (tausala) at $1.7m, coconut at $897,000, cassava for $612,000, vudi for $288,000, $252,000 for dalo mix, $108,000 for tivoli and $152,400 for yams." He said 3495 farmers planted vudi, banana and cassava while 2480 were yaqona and dalo (tausala) farmers. Mr Kubunameca said there were 1065 coconut farmers in Lomaiviti. With potential rife in the area for tourism and economic development, he said, there were 36,753 acres of unsuitable land for arable cultivations. Those, he said, were suitable for tree crops and grazing. "There are 8732 acres of suitable arable land and 25,784 acres of marginal grazing and forestry," he said.
NZ Offers Educational Assistance

New Zealands Acting High Commissioner to Fiji, Mark Ramsden, has offered his governments help to assist in the betterment of the local education sector. In a meeting with the Minister for Education National Heritage, Culture and Art, Filipe Bole, Ramsden also highlighted possible avenues for reviving scholarships for Fijians in New Zealand and the opportunities for studies available there. They also spoke at length about the current system of education in Fiji and New Zealand. Ramsden was appointed to the post last month. Meanwhile, the Fijian Education Minister, Bole acknowledged the visit by saying it was a positive move to address the educational development between the two countries.
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From an initial investment of $14 million to establish the company, Vodafone Fiji has invested in excess of over $600 million in innovation and enhancement of its services and its people to date. This was revealed by Vodafone Fiji managing director, Aslam Khan as the company celebrated its 20 years of commercial operations. A sizeable crowd of former and current board members and executives as well as media representatives converged at Holiday Inn Suva to mark the milestone achievement. Former chairman, Lionel Yee and chairman of the then Fiji Post and Telecom Limited, Berenado Vunibobo shared their insights into the events that took place over what would change telecommunications in Fiji for the better forever. Mr Khan said they will continue to invest in the company to improve its services and its reach wherever people are located. The latest investment is on the 4G to be launched in the not-so-distant future. Our initial investment was $14 million and we have invested in excess of $600 million now, to date, Mr Khan said. He said 4G will be launching in the near future. Technology changes and this is probably the big one because weve gone from second generation to third and now coming to fourth generation.
Vodafone Invests $600M To Date

There will be constant technology investments all the time, the footprint, the technology and also investing in people. We invest a lot of money in training our people and thats one of major commitments for investment because they are the core of our business. In order for the big success of our company, its not about me its about our people. Flashback It was 20 years ago at the Holiday Inn Suva (at that time known as Travelodge) when Vodafone Fiji was born where the inaugural meeting took place. Berenado Vunibobo, who was the Chairman of Fiji Post and Telecom, together with Aharon Amit, chief operations officer, attended the inaugural meeting together with the company secretary, Mike Benefield. Vodafone group representatives from the United Kingdom were the late Sir Gerald Whent, Sir Chris Gent, Sir Julian Horn-Smith, Sir John Peet, David Channing, David Hennings and Andrew Bissex. In July 1994 operations commenced with 35 staff and post pay plans of only $44 per month and 60 cents a minute. Handsets at that time were $1000 a unit with clunky units with one hour talk time. Mr Khan recalled: I was very fortunate to have been chosen to have led a small team of united, passionate, dedicated
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It was a grand occasion for former students of Adi Cakobau School living overseas and in Fiji to mark the 65th anniversary of the school and also the opening of ACS Old Girls headquarters. The dean of the Faculty of Arts, Law and Education at the USP and a former student, Dr Akanisi Kedrayate, said it was a wonderful time to look back and take stock of the achievements of the school in the last 65 years. Exactly 65 years ago on October 1, 1948, on the site of the former Provincial School Southern, Adi Cakobau Intermediate School was opened with a roll of 62 girls, she said.
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One of the reasons why Fiji gets a strong voice in the United Nations Assembly is our commitment towards peacekeeping around the world, it was said. The comment came from the Land Force Commander of the Republic of Fiji Military Forces, Colonel Mosese Tikoitoga. He said our small country has got a bigger recognition than some big nations in the world for our soldiers bravery and commitment to peacekeeping in war torn areas. Fiji has been among the United Nations peacekeeping forces since the 1970s, when a battalion served with distinction in UNIFIL in Southern Lebanon. Today there are 1040 Fijian soldiers serving in deployments abroad, Colonel Tikoitoga said. We get a bigger voice in the United Nations. It is one of the pillars in the forefront of our international relations. He also rubbished claims by people that Government had been gaining financially from Fijis deployment for peacekeeping duties in war-torn countries. People say that Government is making money is wrong. There is a lot more benefit to Government than the finances. Thats where Government pushed its agenda. In the UN when the Prime Minister (Commodore Voreqe Bainimarama) sits in the UN Assembly, he is recognised as having the biggest deployment as per ratio of population in the UN. That is something we Fijians should be proud of. He commands a lot of respect among the UN Assembly, likewise for our Permanent Representative to the UN (Peter Thomson) because of our Syria. We can be relieved at the UN Resolution that was passed last week and that is now up to Syria to dismantle the chemical warheads that they have. He said Fijian soldiers also received commendation for their work in restoring peace in areas of their deployment along the Syria border. The force commander came back very strongly appreciating our deployment. He is proud of our battalion and the work that they do. In all honesty, nobody can do that work better than the Fijians. That has been acknowledged by the senior executives of the troops in Golan Heights. We are proud that we have the kind of soldiers to serve us. We can tell the families that they are safe and their welfare has been looked after. The UN is conscious of the dangers and we will act accordingly to ensure their safety. SINAI He said they have also been monitoring developments in Sinai. Sinai is going through more of the volatile era. In the past we associated Sinai as a peaceful deployment. Last year problems started to build up in Egypt. Now in our deployment, our people are getting shot at. All locations are getting shot at from stray fires. There are a lot more military operations conducted by the Egyptian military against militias living amongst our troops in the Sinai Peninsula. It is not a safe deployment anymore. It is not new to Fijians. It is the same situation in Lebanon, Iraq and Syria. We are getting daily briefs.
Land Force Commander of the Republic of Fiji Military Forces Colonel Mosese Tikoitoga. large contribution. We continue to deploy troops where nobody else wants to go. We put our hands up where nobody wants to go. In Syria when everybody was pulling out, we came in. That is the indication to the UN that we are committed and as such, we speak with a loud voice and much more pride than some bigger nations that are powerful. They will never make a bigger contribution like us. He said Fijis popularity among the Assembly had benefitted our international diplomatic relations. Everyone is proud that we can do that, he said. FIJIAN SOLDIERS SAFE IN SYRIA, IRAQ, SINAI Colonel Tikoitoga has reassured families of our soldiers serving in the UN peacekeeping missions that their relatives are safe where ever they are deployed. He said the Republic of Fiji Military Forces currently had 511 soldiers in Syria, 328 under the Multinational Force and Observers in Sinai, and 201 in Iraq. He said more than 1000 soldiers abroad was one third of the army deployed for peacekeeping duties overseas. At the Golan Heights, Syria, Colonel Tikoitoga said: Our men remain safe where they are allocated. There has been a lot of discussion about their safety, especially with the current threat of America bombarding
2014 Budget Prep On Track, Says Waqabaca

Fijis Permanent Secretary of Finance Filimone Waqabaca says preparation of the 2014 budget is on track. He said the distribution of funds will be in accordance with goals of the countrys economy. There are ministries and departments that are asking for increased funding, but government will be priotising on areas that are critical and in line with development goals of the economy," Waqabaca said. We have received and collated all submissions from the ministries and department. That closed a few weeks ago. Normally wed give the ministries allocations and ask them to work within that. But, then are certain ministries who come back to us and ask for increased funding for special projects that they may have. We then invite these ministries back to make presentations on these projects that they think are priorities and which needs funding." The Cabinet Subcommittee will then mull over the presentations and revise, if need be, the allocation of funds. He said the government is still in discussion with development partners and the Diplomatic Corp on their assistance in the funding of special projects vital to the country's economy. Perhaps beginning of next year or closer to the end of the year, they will be able to confirm with us what they can meet. Waqabaca said the 2014 budget also includes provision of funding for the 2014 elections. The 2014 budget announcement is scheduled for November 8.
Cops Step Up Patrol Against Yaqona Theft

Yaqona agents and buyers will have to start recording their transactions as authorities implement measures to ensure farmers are not robbed of their hard earned produce. Agents and buyers could be charged for the offence if they fail to enquire the origins of the produce sold to them. Police spokesperson Ana Naisoro said this follows past trends where farmers, particularly in Taveuni, are robbed of their agricultural produce by opportunists looking to earn a quick buck ahead of the festive season. Officer in Charge Taveuni ASP Tomasi Yabakiono says while there has been a decrease in dalo and yaqona thefts on the island, his officers have been told not to be complacent about the issue. We have increased our agriculture
beat and are getting out to know every farming community and all stakeholders to better understand the systems already in place in this million dollar industry. Our focus is to ensure we eradicate the occurrence of these thefts and to successfully do that we need to put in checking mechanisms. ASP Yabakiono says the concept has been endorsed and phase one will see agents and buyers setting up their registers. Important information such as who the dalo agent and buyers are, name/ time/ID /vehicle/weight and price is to be noted down properly in this register. The register can be inspected by police and by the office of the Provincial Administrator Taveuni at any time.
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Chinese Ambassador to Fiji, Huang Yong proposes a toast during the 64th Chinese National Day celebration at the Chinese Embassy The Peoples Republic of Chinas The two countries had also ambassador to Fiji, Huang Yong, has conducted successful co-operation commended the promulgation of Fijis in law enforcement and combating new Constitution. transnational crimes. During the 64th Chinese National Day For the first time, two police officers celebration held on Monday Mr Huang from China have worked on attachment said: We support the Government and in Fiji. people of Fiji in choosing their own Our two sides have also maintained development path, in line with their good communication and coordination own national conditions. on major international and regional The Chinese government and people issues. We welcome and support Fijis wish to see that the government and 2013 chairmanship of the Group of 77 people of Fiji fared well and succeeded and China. in their achievement of a better and RELATIONS WITH PACIFIC united Fiji. ISLAND COUNTRIES CHINA-FIJI RELATIONS Mr Huang said Chinas relations with Mr Huang said the China-Fiji relations Fiji illustrated the larger picture of keep scoring new heights in 2013. their relations with the Pacific islands He adds that the China-Fiji relationship countries (PICs). embodies the very essence of Chinas Although far apart in geography, China major-country diplomacy with Chinese and the PICs are members of the big characteristics. family of Asia-Pacific. He said the Prime Minister, Commodore Chinas trade volume with the PICs has Voreqe Bainimarama, paid a successful reached a new high of US$4.21 billion visit to China in May and had fruitful last year. meetings with the new Chinese leaders, Both China and the PICs, he said, were injecting new vitality in the important developing countries faced with the partnership between the two countries. common task of development. Cai Wu, Chinas Minister for Culture, This brings us closer in safeguarding visited Fiji and signed with his the rights and interests of the developing counterpart, Filipe Bole, the MOU on countries, particularly in working bilateral cultural co-operation. together on issues of sustainable Chinas Chongqing Song and Dance development, green economy and Troupe took part in the 2013 Hibiscus climate change. Festival. He said China had proposed to hold the 2nd The Deputy Chief of General Staff China-Pacific Islands Countries Economic of the Chinese Peoples Liberation Development Co-operation Forum in Army and the Chief of the Foreign Guangzhou city, China in November, which Affairs Office of the Chinese Ministry would elevate the traditional friendship and of National Defence visited Fiji fruitful co-operation between the two sides respectively. to a new level.
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A retired Public Works Department (PWD) employee has applauded Governments initiative of assisting home owners through the Social Housing policy of the Housing Authority (HA). Mr Ulaiasi Toni of Kalabo was allsmiles when he received his letter of home-loan write-off from the Housing Authority chairman, Colonel Mosese Tikoitoga in Valelevu. Housing Authority wrote-off 47 loan accounts of customers under its social hosing policy as well as personal loans which is a first for the 47 customers. Personal loans are provided to HA customers who face difficulties paying school fees, funerals and other miscellaneous activities. This is separate from the home loan account. Mr Toni said he was fortunate to be selected for the assistance as he was struggling to repay the loan after his retirement. A substantial amount has been written-off from my home loan because I was unable to repay due to financial difficulties. I am also grateful that my personal loan amounting to $11,800 has been written-off. This is a big relief for my family as well, Mr Toni said. HA had introduced the social housing policy in January, 2011 to assist existing home owners facing genuine financial difficulty. A total of 90 families were assisted
under the policy in 2011. In 2012, 10 village housing schemes were writtenoff in the Western and Northern Divisions, which was part of the social housing policy. This year, home loan accounts for four village housing schemes worth $370,000 were partially written-off. Colonel Tikoitoga said 393 families had been assisted under this policy since 2011 as the welfare of all Fijians is a major priority for government. The 47 loan accounts amount to $395,000 of which $285,000 is being drawn from government grant and $110,000 from Housing Authority provision, Colonel Tikoitoga said. Special conditions apply for the assistance whereby a caveat period of 15 years is placed on all write-off properties. The home owner during this period if sells or transfers shares, the total amount written-off will need to be repaid to Housing Authority. Under the policy, the target customers are those who have either paid more than twice the principle loan amount or are retired or can prove genuine financial difficulty. The policy is not a hand-out by government but a program to ensure that those most likely to lose their homes due to disability, unemployment, sickness or retirement are provided assistance through the strong criteria in place to those who qualify.
Eli and Vasemaca Fong at their home in Labasa. Mrs Fong, a cancer survivor, says it is only proper for people to open up about their health status. VASEMACA Fong had a totally doctor saw my medical form and said different view of the world when she for me not to worry because he was was informed of a grade two cancer on going to give me the best birthday her right breast in late 2008. present ever and that was the gift of She could only weep and wonder of life. what life would be for her five children "I did survive the killer disease and now who were at their prime ages at that I am enjoying life to the fullest with time. my children and supportive husband." Mrs Fong, a breast cancer survivor Mrs Fong said she had another breast who now lives in Labasa, said she first reconstruction surgery two months discovered the lump 16 years ago in ago at the Labasa Hospital and was Suva but was informed by the doctors successfully completed. upon her medical visit that it was "I survived because of my faith in nothing to worry about. God and the support from the husband "It was like a size of a pea when I first and children. I followed a strict diet discovered it but when it was removed of eating a lot of fresh fruits and in March 2009, it was already like a vegetables. Red meat was totally out size of a golf ball," she said. of my diet." Mrs Fong said it was only "I had my operation on March 26 in proper for people to come out in the 2009 and that was my birthday. The open and discuss their health status.
Operations Normal Despite Shutdown: US Embassy

The international media has reported that the US government has begun a partial shutdown after the Republicanled House of Representatives refused to approve a budget for next year. A midnight deadline passed without any agreement despite a last desperate appeal by President Barack Obama. More than 800,000 US government workers face unpaid leave with no guarantee of back pay once the deadlock is over. Republicans have insisted on delaying President Obamas health care reforms as a condition for passing the budget, world media reports have stated.
Fiji Shares Experience With Neighbouring Countries

PUBLIC Service Commission permanent secretary Parmesh Chand is attending a three-day Pacific public service commissioners' conference in Apia, Samoa. "We will share our experiences with our fellow neighbouring countries and also hear and learn from their experiences," Mr Chand said. He said the conference would be an opportunity to gain new ideas and exchange initiatives for the improved delivery of services to the public. The conference bears the theme "Public service role in social, economic, cultural and institutional change within the Pacific". Mr Chand will provide an overview report on the Pacific Public Service Excellence Award (PPSEA) working group, which includes countries such as PNG and Vanuatu. Fiji is the chair of the group, and a statement stated the PSC had been working closely with the secretariat of the conference and other members of the group to put together a framework for recognising excellence in public service delivery in the region. Commission member Dr Akanisi Kedrayate is attending the conference with Mr Chand.
The Embassy of the United States in Suva will not be affected following the partial shutdown of the US government. This was confirmed by the embassys public affairs officer, Joe Crook. Mr Crook said the lapse in funding would not affect consular services provided by the US Embassy in Suva but hinted that some embassy activities would be limited. The embassy will maintain normal business hours and continue regular consular operation (American citizen services, tourist visas, etc), Mr Crook said.
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Romance: Prepare yourself to face the onslaught of cupid arrows. Career: You will be successful in regaining your professional touch. Health: Positive outlook impresses those around you besides keeping you fit & fine. Family: An important development at personal front brings jubilation for entire family. Finance: Be secretive about your investments and future goals. Scorpio Romance: Proposing might benefit, as chances of succeeding in love are high. Career: Calculated risks at professional front will be rewarded with success. Health: Your energy level will be high. Better to channelise it in a positive direction. Family: Believe it or not someone in the family is watching you closely and considers you a role model. Finance: Long pending arrears and dues will finally be recovered.
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Romance: A special message from beloved/lover lifts spirits. Career: Responding positively & quickly to new ideas in business will go in your favour. Health: Your confidence and energy will be high in this week. Family: Parental guidance in your decision would immensely help. Finance: Monetary position is likely to improve on recovering of delayed payments.
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Romance: Love companion will be eager to meet you in this week. Career: You might not face any opposition at work but dont take others support for granted. Health: A week when smile will perpetually be on your face and strangers will seem familiar. Family: A week when misunderstandings at family front are sorted out with ease. Finance: Investment in antiques & jewelry brings monetary gains and improvement in financial position.
Romance: You enjoy a lovely time as Cupid is on your side in this week. Career: Your inner values coupled with a positive attitude will bring success at work. Health: Try to keep yourself busy because an empty brain is a devils workshop. Family: Distant relatives are likely to contact/visit you in this week. Finance: A sudden inflow of funds will take care of your bills and immediate expenses.
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Romance: You find pleasure and enjoy ecstasies of love in the arms of partner. Career: For some change of job would bring mental satisfaction. Health: A beneficial week to work on things that will improve your health. Family: Make sure you avoid controversial issues otherwise these could cause arguments with loved ones. Finance: Better to ignore those who come for temporary loans to you in this week.
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2. Grind together chillies, cloves, cinnamon and cardamom. 3. Wash and soak rice. 4. Heat margarine. 5. Fry sliced onions; when brown add prawns and peas. Cook with lid on for about 10 mins. 6. Add rice and fry. 7. Add coconut milk, ground spices, salt and enough hot water (twice the amount of liquid to 1 cup rice rice). 8. Cook till rice is done and all the water has been absorbed. 9. Add cilantro to garnish 10. Serve hot.
1 Cup flour 1/2 Cup yellow moong dal (soaked) 1/4 Cup gram flour 1/4 tsp Fennel seeds powder 1/4 tsp Cumin seeds powder seeds powder 1/4 tsp Garam masala 1/2 tsp Red chilli powder 1/ 4 tsp Baking powder Oil for frying Salt to taste
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Turkish PM Announces Plans For Human Rights Reforms That Will End Ban On Headscarves
Turkey has announced it will end a ban on women wearing the Islamic-style headscarf in state institutions. Prime minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan announced the lifting of the ban as part of the government's package of proposed human rights reforms. The changes are seen as key to restarting the stalled peace process with the country's Kurdish minority. Mr Erdogan also said rules preventing pro-Kurdish and other smaller parties from entering parliament would be changed, while Kurdish-language education would be permitted in private schools. The threshold for a political party to enter parliament - which, at 10 per cent, has kept pro-Kurdish groupings out - may be reduced to 5 per cent of the national vote, or even eliminated completely. Kurdish names can be restored to towns in Turkey and a ban on Kurdish letters will be lifted, Mr Erdogan said. The prime minister has repeatedly said the proposed reforms are not directly linked with efforts to end the 29-year conflict with the outlawed Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK). But the changes should go some way towards addressing Kurdish grievances after the PKK declared a ceasefire in March. "This is a historic moment, an important stage," Mr Erdogan said at a press conference. "Our people's greatest wish is to strengthen our domestic peace, to develop our social unity and coherence will fortify our tranquillity."
Posting naked pictures of an ex-partner online can now land you in jail for up to six months in California, after a bill against so-called "revenge porn" was signed into law. The legislative bill went into effect immediately after state governor Jerry Brown signed it Tuesday. Anyone convicted of "illegally distributing private images with the intent to harass or annoy" could also face a fine of up to $1000. "I want to thank Governor Brown for recognizing that this bill was needed," said state senator Anthony Cannella, who proposed the legislation including an "urgency clause" to fast track it into force. "Until now, there was no tool for law enforcement to protect victims .. Too many have had their lives upended because of an action of another that
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they trusted," he added. Legislation already exists against posting unauthorized pictures of other people which invade their privacy, but the new California law covers pictures that were taken with consent, for example when a couple was together, but which are later posted online without the ex-partner's agreement. "Revenge porn often begins when relationships end," said Cannella, who noted that there are even websites which "specialize in posting such materials, and charge the subjects unreasonable fees to take down the illicit photos." Dr. Charlotte Laws, whose daughter was a victim of revenge porn, said: "I am thrilled to see California taking a leadership role in protecting victims of revenge porn."
Ten Injured As Plane Skids Off Runway At Rome Airport A plane toppled and skidded off the runway medical staff at the airport.
as it landed at a Rome airport after its landing gear malfunctioned during a thunderstorm, slightly injuring about 10 people. The incident occurred at Rome's Fiumicino international airport. The plane, an Airbus A320 belonging to flagship carrier Alitalia and flying in from Madrid, had 151 passengers on board, Italian news agency reported. Officials said there were about 10 "code green" light injuries among the passengers, who were treated by
The pilot realised as he was coming in that the plane's right wheels had failed to deploy and he warned air traffic control ahead of time, the report said. The plane then toppled on its right wing during landing and could be seen on its side near the runway. The national air transport safety agency said it had opened an investigation into the incident. Two officers were dispatched to examine the plane.
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Australian PM Says 'United' With Man Arrested In Florida Airport Indonesia On Migrants Bomb Hoax
A trucking company worker was arrested on charges of making a false bomb threat that prompted a five-hour evacuation at Jacksonville International Airport in Florida, jail records showed on Wednesday. Zeljko Causevic, 39, of Jacksonville, walked up to a Transportation Security Administration agent on Tuesday evening, pointed to his camouflage backpack and said, I got a bomb in here, the arrest report said. He carried a luggage scale, batteries and cell phone in the backpack and had a remote-control device that he referred to as a detonator, the report said. Causevic then told the agent it was supposed to be a bomb, but its not. The airport was evacuated while a bomb squad checked out his backpack and examined a second suspicious package that was found in a parking lot and determined to be harmless. Causevic was jailed on charges of making a false report about a bomb
Mr Abbott used the respectful Indonesian term "bapak" to address President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono Australia's new Prime Minister Tony Indonesia as a stopping point as they Abbott, who is in Indonesia on his first try to reach Australian shores and official foreign visit, has said the two claim asylum. countries are "united" on the issue of Many head for the remote Indian asylum seekers. Ocean territory of Christmas Island, After talks in Jakarta with President and hundreds of people have died en Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono, Mr Abbott route there in recent years. said Australia respected Indonesia's Ahead of the tour, Mr Abbott sought sovereignty and territorial integrity. to play down the tensions over asylum Mr Yudhoyono said the solution was issues, saying he planned to focus on co-operation between the two nations. other subjects, including trade. At least 31 asylum seekers drowned off He brought a delegation of 20 the Java coast last week. Australian business leaders to Jakarta, Speaking to reporters after Monday's and said a new Australian-Indonesia talks, Mr Abbott said the two leaders study centre would be created. agreed on how to tackle the problem. Mr Abbott has said in the past that he "We are determined to end this scourge," wants "more Jakarta and less Geneva" he said, "which is not just an affront to in Australia's foreign policy and he our two countries, but which has so stressed the symbolic importance of often become a humanitarian disaster in this trip. the seas between our two countries." "It is my hope that this visit establishes a Jakarta has previously expressed convention for all future incoming prime concern over Mr Abbott's policy of ministers to make Jakarta their first port sending boats with illegal migrants of call overseas," Mr Abbott said. back to Indonesia - and warned that But according to the BBC's Karishma the move could breach the country's Vaswani in Jakarta, this trip was more sovereignty. about appeasing Indonesia on the But Mr Abbott reassured his hosts asylum issue rather than achieving that Australia had total respect for anything concrete. Indonesia's sovereignty and territorial The visit comes just three days after a integrity. boat packed with asylum seekers sank 'Stand or fall' off the Coast of Java Island, killing at The Liberal party leader, whose "stop- least 31 people. the-boats" policy helped propel him It is not clear how many were on the to power in September's elections, boat, but some reports say between 80 said that stopping the flow of asylum and 100 people were on board. seekers to Australia was a "stand-or- Survivors have since accused the fall" issue for him. Australian navy of failing to respond. Many migrants, especially from Canberra says it provided all Afghanistan and the Middle East, use appropriate assistance to the vessel.
Indian-Origin Man Offered Himself As Hostage In Kenya Mall

An Indian-origin Briton was among those killed in the terror attack on a mall in the Kenyan capital of Nairobi after he offered himself as a hostage to save a group of children. London-born Mitul Shah, 38, a marketing executive at Bidco Oil, an east African cooking oil company, tried to negotiate with the terrorists in a bid to save 33 children taking part in a TV cooking competition that his company was sponsoring on the roof of the Westgate shopping mall in Nairobi, as reported. Mr Shah failed to convince the gunmen to agree and he and a number of children as well as a radio presenter, Ruhila Adatia-Sood, were shot dead. However, according to the report, his efforts are thought to have given the victims precious seconds to flee and hide. The attack that was launched on September 21 and lasted four days claimed 67 lives, including 61 civilians and six security personnel. Somali group Al Shabaab claimed responsibility for the attack and said that it was in response to Nairobi's
and the manufacture or possession of a hoax bomb. He is U.S. citizen born in Bosnia Herzegovina and employed by the Swift Trucking Co., his arrest report said. He has lived in Jacksonville for 15 years, it said. Causevic appeared before Circuit Judge Russell Healey in a Jacksonville courtroom on Wednesday. He wore a rumpled green jail uniform and stood with his hands cuffed in front of him, his legs shackled and his head down. The judge set bond at over $1 million and set Causevics next court appearance for Oct. 23. During the confusion on Tuesday night, a second man was arrested in the airport garage on unrelated charges of resisting arrest, investigators and jail records said. The airport reopened late Tuesday night. Some outgoing flights were cancelled on Wednesday morning but operations returned to normal later in the day.
October 2011 military intervention against Al Shabaab in Somalia. A father of one, Mr Shah had graduated in management science with computing from the University of Kent and joined Bidco Oil as a management trainee 16 years ago. Dipak Shah, director of Bidco Oil said on Friday that everyone was feeling a 'profound sense of loss' and offered their sympathies to the victim's wife Rupal and daughter Sarai, aged two. 'We are in constant contact with them. They are devastated, as are we all. He was there with the kids, as a representative as we were a sponsor of the programme,' Mr Shah was quoted as saying. 'He was trying to negotiate the freedom of the children in order for him to be taken as a hostage. Some had managed to save their lives but unfortunately he, and others, could not,' he said. 'It was a heroic and brave act - a true reflection of his soul. He was a wonderful person who always went out of his way, beyond the call of duty, to help others.'
A 56-year-old man is on trial in the District Court in Perth accused of indecently touching women while he was giving them remedial massages. Zoran Zivanovic is facing 14 charges relating to allegations he inappropriately touched seven women. He had been giving them massages at their homes between November 2011 and June 2012. The court was told the women booked
Man On Trial For Inappropriately Touching Women While Giving Remedial Massages
Zivanovic to treat them for injuries mainly to their shoulders but during their massages he touched other parts of their bodies. It also heard that when one woman said she felt uncomfortable during the treatment the masseur is alleged to have told her he had to heal her and make her feel better to make her shoulder better. Prosecutor Alan Dungey told the jury, "You may determine he has a propensity to touch women in an indecent way under the guise of remedial massage," he said. The court has heard Zivanovic denies the allegations. In an opening address to the jury, the defendant's lawyer Belinda Lonsdale said, "he categorically denies he did anything inappropriate or indecent." She said while he did touch the women
very close to their breast and vaginal areas, Zivanovic maintained "that was a necessary part of the treatment and was not indecent or criminal." Ms Lonsdale described Zivanovic as "a professional practitioner" who was "very enthusiastic and passionate about what he did." She said anything he did to the women was all part of their treatment. The trial is set down for eight days.
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Tamils in northern Sri Lanka say they are still prepared to pay people smugglers to get them to Australia, despite the new Government's crackdown. Thousands of Tamils have left the region in the aftermath of the country's civil war, and many say they would do anything to travel to a safe country like Australia. Murali, a Tamil, works as a goat herder in a small village not far from Jaffna, the main city in Sri Lanka's north. He got in touch with people smugglers late last year, handing over $3,000 to join more than 80 people crammed inside the hull of a small fishing boat. "The government doesn't like me because I am Tamil and they just assume I am a Tamil Tiger supporter," he said. After three weeks at sea, Murali's journey ended at Christmas Island, where he was processed and sent back to Sri Lanka. "We were on Christmas Island for about 20 days," he said. "After that, the officials told us we were being transferred to another place. They didn't tell us it was going to be Sri Lanka." Tough new laws not working as a deterrent Nine months later, Murali says the Government's tough new laws have not deterred him from trying to make the journey again. "We heard about the people being
Sri Lankan Tamils Still Prepared To Pay People Smugglers
transferred to Papua New Guinea on the television and the radio," he said. "I would still rather live there than in Sri Lanka." Krishnan, another Tamil who was sent back to Sri Lanka after travelling to Australia by boat, says he too would be prepared to make the journey again. "I pawned my shop for 10 lakhs or over $8,000 to pay for my voyage and I am still working to get it back now," he said. "I didn't know about the tough laws Australia has before I left Sri Lanka. But I am very scared living here in Sri Lanka and I would pay again to go to Australia." Tamils looking for 'security and dignity', human rights activist says Ruki Fernando, a human rights activist based in Colombo, says there are a number of reasons why Australia is attractive destination for Tamil refugees. "Whether it's economic factors or whether it's political persecution, it's because they are unable to live with dignity and in a secure way," he said. But Sri Lanka's foreign minister, Professor GL Peiris, says the government's message has made an impact. "This heavenly life which they have been led to expect is not going to materialise," he said. "They will not be allowed to work there or, indeed, land there. They will be sent to Manus Island."
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A terminally ill prisoner who spent more than 40 years in solitary confinement at a US jail has been released and has had his murder conviction overturned. Herman Wallace had been serving time in Louisiana for armed robbery when he was found guilty in 1974 of killing a white prison guard two years earlier. He had been an active member of the Black Panther movement and had organised prison protests, demanding desegregation and better protection of inmates against abuses, before his murder conviction. At the time, the jail had no black guards and a reputation as one of the most violent in the US. Mr Wallace, now 71, spent four decades confined to a tiny cell for 23 hours a day. He is known in the US as one of the 'Angola three', named after the notorious prison where they were held which was built on the site of a former plantation worked by slaves from Africa. On Tuesday a judge ordered he be released because the inmate has liver cancer and is not expected to live much longer. Judge Brian Jackson also reversed
Black Panther Herman Wallace Freed After 40 Years In Solitary Confinement
Mr Wallace's conviction because there were no women on the jury that indicted him. The judge voided the "conviction and sentence, on the ground that systematic exclusion of women from the grand jury that indicted him violated the Fourteenth Amendment's guarantee of equal protection of the laws". Mr Wallace's lawyers say his murder conviction had rested on the testimony of four prisoners who later withdrew their statements. Mr Wallace left the prison in an ambulance to get treatment for his advanced cancer. Amnesty International, which had called for his release, welcomed the decision but lamented it came only as he has "only days or hours left to live". "No ruling can erase the cruel, inhuman and degrading prison conditions he endured for more than 41 years confined alone to a tiny cell for 23 hours a day," the group's executive director, Steven Hawkins, said in a statement. Mr Wallace's defence team pledged that litigation challenging the inmate's "unconstitutional confinement in solitary confinement for four decades will continue in his name".
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Ex-Revenue Canada Lawyer Advised How To Hide Money Offshore

An exclusive CBC News hidden camera investigation into the world of offshore banking uncovered a former executive with the Royal Bank of Canada and a former lawyer with the Canada Revenue Agency offering advice on how to hide money from Canadian tax authorities. As part of the joint investigation with Enqute, the CBCS French-language investigative program, CBC News hired a private investigator, who is also a restaurant and bar owner in Toronto, to test 15 different offshore service providers in Canada and abroad. The investigator was given a story: over the years he had squirrelled away as much as a million dollars that he hadnt declared, and wanted to hide it offshore to avoid paying taxes. More than half of the offshore service providers tested with hidden cameras by the CBC in Canada and Barbados provided advice that wouldnt stand up to scrutiny, according to CBC experts. Among those tested during the CBC investigation was Gilles Gosselin, who practised law in Canada and used to work for the Canadian Revenue Agency before moving to Barbados. His companys website says it specializes in helping Canadian companies with international business structure their company in Barbados a perfectly legal activity. The businessman travelled to Barbados to meet with Gosselin. Gosselin told the businessman he wanted nothing to do with his plan. But when he was asked if theres anything preventing someone from opening an account at a bank somewhere and wiring the funds there, Gosselin was recorded on hidden cameras saying: I just told you how the law works. And if you don't report the income in Canada, that's your business. He later told the undercover businessman not to use Barbados because its too expensive, there are too many reporting requirements and the stamp they put on his passport when he made this trip could get him caught. Gosselin said if the businessman was audited, they would ask him why he was in the Barbados. He also advised that if the businessman said he was there for vacation, now you're in a position where you're lying right, Gosselin said. Recommended British Virgin Islands Gosselin recommended the businessman use the British Virgin Islands to hide his million dollars and to avoid Canadian-owned banks offshore. You might not want to have a bank with a Canadian connection. There's other banks Bank of Butterfield, which is a U.K. bank. So yeah I mean, it could be done, Gosselin said. He sent an email introducing the businessman to the British Virgin Island service provider. He explained the businessman needed an account there and that it should be preferably with a non-Canadian bank. But two hours later Gosselin sent a second email reminding the undercover businessman that he should follow all Canadian laws and report all Canadian income. Andre Lareau, a professor at Laval University in Quebec, who teaches tax law, said that Gosselin, with his background at the Canada Revenue Agency, knows all the mechanisms for people who want to commit tax fraud. He said the plan involving the British Virgin Islands would be tax evasion. Lareau added that the second email Gosselin sent is the right one and its the information that he should have been giving from the beginning. "It's kind of depressing that someone would go over, as we say, to the dark side so completely," said Jack Blum, an expert on white-collar financial crime in Washington. Asked by CBC News why he helped the undercover businessman with his plan, Gosselin said that he told the man what he was contemplating was against the law in Canada. But if he wants to go ahead and open a BVI company and manage his assets with the BVI company, until he's actually gone there and done that, he hasn't done anything wrong, he said. This person told me that he was coming here, that he had a million dollars in a safety deposit box and he was looking to invest it outside of Canada, and that he wasn't and I told him specifically that that was against the law. And my last communication with him says specifically that. Gosselin later explained that his clients are usually legitimate Canadian-based businesses looking to take advantage of the legal tax benefits in Barbados. He added that that he probably entertained the undercover businessman "more than I should have." Banking executive among those tested During the course of the CBC investigation, Lynn Garner, a vicepresident with DGM, a private Barbados bank, was also among those tested. Garner worked as an executive at several money management firms and banks and as the trust manager for the Royal Bank of Canada in Barbados. At first, Garner was adamant that her bank would never get involved with someone like CBCs undercover businessman. We don't take clients who aren't reporting, she was recorded on hidden cameras saying. So we don't you know, our book is clean. But then she went on to tell the undercover businessman how he could hide cash offshore, by setting up an anonymous paper company, moving the cash offshore and opening an account at her bank to hold the cash. You wire money from your account to an account at CIBC. Through CIBC head office, so it goes through your bank to CIBC Toronto, CIBC Toronto to CIBC Cayman. And then Cayman holds it on our behalf. So that's how it works, she said. And she offered advice for avoiding detection by authorities when depositing the money. Depositing the money into the bank account in Canada, youd have to do a little bit. It would take a long time. She said if the cash is coming from Canada, he wont have to worry about a lot scrutiny from her about where he got it. If it's coming from a Canadian financial institution we have to understand how you earned the money but we won't ask for proof as much except for a statement from the bank. Garner then found someone in Barbados within a couple weeks who she said could help the undercover businessman create the offshore company to hold the cash at her bank. But Lareau said Garners plan constituted fraud and that it was sad to see people in the financial sector accommodating someone in this way. This is not a tape the bank would ever want to be made public. The fact that shes willing to take money she knows is tainted, said one insider, who used to run one of Canadas largest offshore banking companies. In a statement, DGM said that it is not engaged in any business practices that are not legal by the law of Barbados or of the laws of Canada. Any assertion to the contrary by the CBC will be aggressively rebutted both publicly and by legal means.
A Surrey man has been sentenced to serve a two-year conditional sentence and a couple months probation for his role in the operation of what police are calling a credit card and identity theft "factory" in Port Kells. The Surrey RCMP seized hundreds of stolen and fake Canadian passports, B.C. drivers licenses, care cards, credit cards, birth certificates, gift cards, social insurance cards and BCID cards from a house in the 18000-block of 96th Avenue during a raid in May. Police also seized stolen mail, cheques and ID, as well as an embosser, computers, hard drives and a laser printer that were used to forge the cards and documents. "In this specific case, our investigators
Surrey Man Sentenced In Credit Card "Factory" Scam
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TransLink has announced an exclusive deal that will make London Drugs the only local retailer with full service Compass Card kiosks. Transit riders will still be able buy preloaded Compass Cards from different chains and companies, but cardholders can only reload by going online, to a transit station or to London Drugs. The kiosks will be in 18 London Drugs locations throughout Metro Vancouver. The drug store chain is providing the space and electricity, while TransLink will run and maintain the kiosks. London Drugs merchandising executive Bob Felix says the company will not make any direct profits from the deal. "There's no rent, there's no money changing hands," he says.
were able to link the recovered documents to hundreds of different victims," Surrey RCMP Cpl. Bert Paquet said. Timothy Bradly Moisan, 40, pleaded guilty to three counts of possession of stolen property, possession of instruments to forge/falsify credit cards, identity theft, and dealing with identity theft document without lawful excuse. He was sentenced on Sept. 13. Staff Sgt. Marty Blais, district commander of Cloverdale/Port Kells, said that "understanding the impact that identity theft and frauds can have on their victims, the successful conclusion of this investigation is extremely rewarding."
Full service kiosks will be installed in 18 locations throughout Metro Vancouver
"We think it provides a service for everybody in the Lower Mainland, but in terms of benefit from this, in terms of profitability, that wasn't worked into our process." TransLink says the exclusive deal was about convenience for customers, and a tight budget. "They are expensive machines and we wanted to make sure we had them in locations that are widely dispersed throughout the region," says Michael Madill, vice president of enterprise initiatives at TransLink. "So we couldn't afford to put them in with a bunch of different retailers, it made sense to only do it with one." The kiosks are expected to be ready for when the Compass Card system is rolled out early next year.
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Former Calgary cab driver arrested in Somalia, mother of victims says

The mother of four young boys who were allegedly beheaded by their Somali-Canadian father says she doesn't know of any motive for the killings. Police in Somalia arrested Omar Hassan, 60, after the children, aged 11, 9, 7 and 6, were killed Monday, Qadro Addawe told the reporter. The alleged slayings happened in the central town of Beledweyne, about 330 kilometres north of the capital Mogadishu. Speaking from Mogadishu, Addawe said Hassan was a taxi driver in Calgary and had returned home a few months ago. She said the children had never been to Canada, but had Canadian citizenship through her estranged husband, who had migrated to Canada 30 years ago. "They were born in Kenya, but they were Canadian because the father was Canadian," she said. A regional police commissioner told Agence France-Presse Wednesday that the children's bodies were found near a village and have been buried. The news service quoted Col. Isak Ali Abdulle as saying: "The man handed himself in and is in custody now. I think he is not mentally fit but we are questioning him." Addawe, 29, said she does not know of any motive for the killings. She insisted Hassan was mentally stable. "He had some health problems, but he had no mental problems." Addawe said her own efforts to migrate to Canada had been unsuccessful. A spokesman for the Department of Foreign Affairs in Ottawa said they were aware of reports of "a possible consular case in Somalia," but said consular officials have not received a request for assistance. Mohamed Jama, president of the Somali Canadian Society of Calgary, said he and others in the group don't know Hassan. But he said they're all shocked by the man's alleged crime. "The community is very sad about it. It's unheard of."
Somali-Canadian Accused Of Beheading His 4 Children
Surrey Memorial Hospital's New Mental Health And Substance Use Emergency Zone
When Surrey Memorial Hospitals (SMH) new emergency department (ED) opened on October 1, it will include a separate zone that provides adult mental health and substance use (MHSU) patients with the safe and specialized assessment, treatment and care they need. Surrey Memorial Hospitals current ED sees about 7,500 mental health and substance use patients a year. The 5,000 square foot Emergency MHSU Zone will be one of the largest in Canada, and has been carefully planned to integrate best practices in design and clinical services. Separated from the fast-paced adult emergency department, its designed to be a low stimulus, compassionate, and therapeutic place where patients can feel welcomed, valued and respected. It has multiple private consult rooms, treatment rooms, quiet rooms and its own nursing station. Once in the Zone, psychiatric nurses, physicians, and psychiatrists all come to the patient, rather than the patient moving to where the professional is. This patient-centred approach calms and alleviates anxiety of the patient. Patients will receive a higher level of individual care and services provided by an expanded interdisciplinary care team. Every MHSU Zone staff member has specialized training in mental health and substance use. Psychiatric nurses and social workers will work alongside Emergency trained nurses to share knowledge while assessing both the mental and physical health of emergency patients. Patients presenting with substance use problems will be assessed and referred to appropriate community resources by a new Substance Use clinician who will serve the entire emergency department. Children and youth will be assessed by a new onsite Pediatric Psychiatric Liaison, serving both the MHSU Zone, and the new Pediatric Emergency Department, where children and young people under 17 years, will be treated. The Pediatric Emergency Department has its own mental health area. The new emergency is located on the first floor of a new eight floor critical care tower and marks a significant milestone in the redevelopment of Surrey Memorial Hospital into a world-class medical facility that serves the entire Fraser Health region. With the new emergency and pediatric departments now open at Surrey Memorial Hospital, Fraser Health is reminding people that access to the sites is quite different from before. The new departments are now be located on the west side of the hospital on the first floor of the new critical care tower. As such, access to the emergency entrance is no longer from 96th Avenue but rather, King George Boulevard and 94A Avenue. Once patients are dropped off at the emergency entrance, those wishing to park can now do so at a brand new underground parkade located beneath the critical care tower. Additional parking will also be available across 96th Avenue on 137th Street. The government of British Columbia has committed $492 million, with an intended contribution of $20 million coming from the Surrey Memorial Hospital Foundation and Child Health BC. The new emergency department opened October 1, 2013. The rest of the tower opens June 2014.
U.S. Shutdown Not Expected To Cause Border Gridlock
Bellingham business leaders don't expect a partial shutdown of the U.S. government that began Tuesday to cause major slowdowns for cross-border travellers, at least not immediately. Some Republicans in the House of Representatives have refused to approve a spending bill to keep government operating in a bid to dismantle the health insurance reforms led by President Obama. The move has forced non-critical departments to largely shut down. Bellingham Chamber of Commerce interim executive director Bill Gorman said the effect on Canadians heading south across the border will depend on how many if any U.S. Customs and Border Protection staff are deemed non-essential and cease work. He expects regular traffic over the border won't feel any difference, but
travellers needing to get a visa or make other applications could face longer waits. "If it goes on for a while it will have a ripple effect because things will back up," he said. Gorman was optimistic the political standoff could end quickly. U.S. border offices are already running on reduced hours as a result of a previous budgetary dispute in Congress that began in March. Gorman noted that hasn't caused any major trouble at the borders or lost revenue for Bellingham retailers, adding business remains strong. If anything, he said, the May 23 collapse of the Skagit River bridge on Interstate 5 actually provided a net lift for Whatcom Country merchants, because it made it more difficult for visitors from B.C. to drive further south for several weeks.
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Three men accused in the Surrey Six murders, pleaded not guilty on the trials opening day Monday. Cody Havischer, Matthew Johnston and Quang Ving Thang Le entered not guilty pleas to first-degree murder charges in the 2007 shooting of six people in a Surrey, B.C. apartment building. The court heard when emergency responders arrived at the apartment six years ago, they found the bodies of six males. All but one were lying face down on the floor with evidence of bullets fired into the back of their heads, the opening of the Surrey Six trial heard Monday. Two emptied handguns were found nearby, their capacity of 19 shots scattered into the bodies and elsewhere around the room. The victims cellphones were missing, evidently removed by the accused shooters. Crown prosecutor Mark Levitz said the shooters were there for one reason to kill a rival drug dealer named Cory Lal who had refused to pay the gang a tribute of $100,000, based on an agreement between the Asian and Caucasion factions of the Red Scorpions gang. Jamie Bacon, in custody pending his own trial in the murders, was the alleged leader of one faction of the Red Scorpions, the Crown said, while coaccused Le led the Asian faction. Lal was with four other people the night he was shot, including his brother Michael. Two others were Lal associates. Another victim was a repairman who happened to be in the top-floor suite. The sixth man, Chris Mohan, lived across the hall. All five additional deaths, the Crown alleged, were to eliminate potential witnesses. The trial of three men accused of shooting six others in a Surrey highrise apartment six years ago continued with testimony from the young nephew of one of the innocent victims. Zachary Brown was working with his uncle Ed Schellenberg servicing the gas fireplaces in the Balmoral Tower on the day of the shooting. It was his first week on the job. He was supposed to service apartment 1505, but his uncle told him he would do it, after Schellenberg was warned by the building manager about the suspicious activities of the people coming and going from the unit. Brown told the court on Wednesday morning that he heard three or four steady noises, but didn't think anything of it. Within hours the manager of the apartment building had discovered the six dead bodies, including Schellenberg's, in apartment 1505. Prosecutors say they intend to prove that Johnston and Haevischer went to the apartment to kill victim Corey Lal because he failed to meet a deadline to repay a $100,000 drug debt. They say the accused killed the other
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five people in the apartment so there would be no witnesses to the murder of Lal. Prosecutors said the six bodies were found in two groups of three inside the apartment. A total of 19 shots were fired in the massacre, which took place around2:40 p.m. PT on Oct. 19, 2007. The six all had their heads covered and shots were fired directly into the backs of the heads of three of the victims. One other was shot in the back, another in the head, and one in the face and neck. Norman Carothers' voice cracked Monday as he described walking into Suite 1505 of the Balmoral Tower almost six years ago and finding six people dead inside. The now-retired building manager told B.C. Supreme Court Justice Catherine Wedge that he didn't like to enter tenants' apartments, but that he had a sinking feeling something bad had happened. He had been searching for fireplace repairman Ed Schellenberg for more than 30 minutes on Oct. 19, 2007 and had found no sign of him anywhere in the 121-unit Surrey highrise. So he went back to the penthouse floor where Schellenberg had last been working and he knocked on 1505. There was no answer, but he could hear music. "Something told me I just had to go in because this was an emergency," said Carothers, the first witness at the Surrey Six murder trial of Cody Haevischer, Matthew Johnston and Michael Le. "I come across the scene and I see six people on the floor." "I told my wife to phone 911 and call everybody out - the fire department, the police, ambulance, everybody, because something has happened up here. Everybody is on the floor. There is blood. I don't know what happened to them." Murdered execution-style that afternoon were Schellenberg and innocent neighbour Christopher Mohan, as well as a group of young drug dealers - Corey Lal, his older brother Michael, Ryan Bartolomeo and Eddie Narong. Corey Lal was the target and the other five were killed so there would be no witnesses, lead prosecutor Mark Levitz said in his opening statement. Levitz said the accused were members of the Red Scorpion gang, headed by Le and Jamie Bacon, who is also charged in the Surrey Six case but being tried later. Levitz said that evidence he intends to introduce at trial will show that a short time before the murders, Bacon met victim Corey Lal to tell the young drug trafficker he had to pay a $100,000 tax to Bacon's gang because he was selling drugs on Scorpion turf. When Lal refused, the Scorpions put in motion a plot to kill him, Levitz said. Levitz said the Crown would prove that "there was obvious planning and deliberation before the fatal shots were fired." Levitz said all six victims were shot in the back of their heads while they were being forcibly confined in suite 1505. He then showed grisly crime scene photos of all six lying in pools of blood on the living room floor as he described how they were killed in two different groups by two shooters. All six had their heads covered. "On one side of the living room near the fireplace, in front of a love seat were Corey Lal, Edward Narong and Ed Schellenberg ... They were lined up on the floor side by side. As you can see, they were lying face down on their stomachs," Levitz said. "The forensic evidence will show that Corey Lal was shot three times in the back of the head - two bullets were found in his head and there was a graze wound on the top of the head. Edward Narong was shot twice in the back of the head or neck. One bullet was found in his head. Edward Schellenberg was shot twice in the back of the head. Two bullets were found in his head." Levitz said the evidence "will establish that the heads of all three were covered when they were shot." The other three were on the other side of the love seat. "Michael Lal was shot in the back twice and also suffered a gunshot wound to his left hand. Christopher Mohan was shot twice on the side of his face and neck. Ryan Bartolomeo was shot four times in the back of the neck and head area," Levitz said. He said a Glock and an Ultrastar handgun were found inside the suite. "These two handguns were used to kill the six victims. Both the handguns had been emptied. Forensic evidence will show that 19 shots were fired, which corresponds to the magazine capacity of the two handguns." Mohan's mother Eileen broke down at the lunch break when reporters asked her about the photos. She said she quickly turned away after seeing the one with her son. "I want to remember Christopher the way he was," she said, thanking the police and Crown for working "diligently" on the case. The actual plot was carried out over
about 90 minutes on the afternoon of Oct. 19, Levitz said. Between 1 p.m. and 1:30 p.m., Johnston left a Korean restaurant where he was meeting Le and someone who can only be identified as Person X due to a publication ban, Levitz said. Johnston went to the Balmoral and met with a Red Scorpion associate who lived in the building. The associate handed over a fob that would allow the group to gain entry, Levitz said. Johnston then returned to the Korean restaurant, where Person X was given a Glock handgun by another person who will be called to testify, Levitz said. The Glock handgun would later be used by the killers to murder Michael Lal, Christopher Mohan and Ryan Bartolomeo, he said. At 1:48 p.m., Johnston and Person X "made their way to an apartment complex in Surrey named the Stanley" where Haevischer lived. Coincidentally, police were doing an unrelated investigation and there was surveillance on the building, Levitz said. "In Haevischer's apartment, two handguns were cleaned with Windex and bullets were wiped clean," he said. "You will hear that the accused Johnston and Haevischer, as well as Person X, then departed the Stanley together wearing hoodies and gloves." At 2:23 p.m., "the trio entered the Balmoral Tower," Levitz said. At about 2:40 p.m., the victims were executed in suite 1505. Johnston, Haevischer and Person X were then seen driving back to the Stanley in Haevischer's black BMW, Levitz said. Haevischer and Johnston went inside carrying a bag containing stolen cash and the cellphones of the victims. "The cellphones in the plastic bag were boiled in the apartment and later destroyed," Levitz said. Levitz said a combination of forensic evidence, witness statements, cellphone and fob records, and admissions to a police agent would prove first-degree murder and conspiracy charges against Le, Haevischer and Johnston. The judge-alone trial is expected to last a year.
Man Who Stabbed Dad 31 Times Sentenced To 12 Years In Jail

Jaipreet Singh Toor admitted to stabbing his father
A Kamloops man who has admitted to fatally stabbing his father 31 times will spend at least the next 12 years behind bars. A BC Supreme Court judge has handed Jaipreet Singh Toor a life sentence after the 46-year-old pleaded guilty to the second-degree murder. Toor represented himself and had requested a minimum 10 years before parole eligibility, while the Crown was seeking 12 to 14 years in prison for the March 2012 slaying. Toor told the court he became enraged when his father refused to give him more money after providing him with some cash earlier in the day. Justice Sheri Donegan ruled there was no evidence Toor was suffering from a mental illness when he committed the crime. She also found he understands the charges against him and the consequences of his guilty plea.
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Potty Training Your Child

Most children show signs of readiness to begin using the toilet as toddlers, usually between 18 months and 3 years of age. These signs include staying dry for at least 2 hours at a time, having regular bowel movements, being able to follow simple instructions, being uncomfortable with dirty diapers and wanting them to be changed, asking to use the potty chair, or asking to wear regular underwear. You should also be able to tell when your child is about to urinate or have a bowel movement by his facial expressions, posture or by what he says. If your child has begun to tell you about having a dirty diaper you should praise him for telling you and encourage him to tell you in advance next time. You should choose a potty chair once your child has shown that he is ready to begin toilet training. You can have him decorate it with stickers and sit on it with his clothes on to watch TV, etc. to help him get used to it. Whenever your child shows signs of needing to urinate or have a bowel movement you should ask him if he wants to use the potty or take him to the chair and explain to him what you want him to do. Only keep him seated for a few minutes at a time, don't insist and be prepared to delay training if he shows resistance. Until he is going in the potty, you can try to empty his dirty diapers into his potty chair to help demonstrate what you want him to do. Things to avoid when toilet training your child are beginning during a stressful time or period of change in the family (moving, new baby, etc.), pushing your child too fast, and punishing mistakes (treat accidents and mistakes lightly). Be sure to go at your child's pace and show strong encouragement and praise when he is successful. As children approach 2 years of age, parents frequently start thinking about toilet training. What is the "right" age? Depending on whom you ask, the "right" age may range from as young as 6 months to 3 years. While age can be used as a determining factor, there are several others to address. The most important factors are not necessarily age, but rather physiologic, physical and psychological readiness. Before a child can be "toilet trained", she must have attained a certain amount of physiologically readiness, namely "bladder readiness". In infancy, babies frequently are unable to hold large amounts of urine in their bladder and void small amounts. As a child grows older, her bladder becomes more mature, and is able over time to hold larger amounts of urine between voids. This comes hand in hand then with the additional ability to be able to increase the interval between voids. When you notice that your child is dry at longer intervals (i.e. dry after a nap or for at least 2 hours) and is voiding large amounts at a time, then that is a sign that your child may be physiologically ready for toilet training. Another component, which overlaps with psychological readiness, is the ability of your child to recognize that she is voiding (i.e. if your child does not recognize when she is voiding, toilet training is virtually impossible). Some children start showing some signs of "bladder readiness" around 2 years of age. Most will attain it by three years of age. Another component of readiness is physical readiness. This includes the ability to walk well (to and from the bathroom), to be able to pull pants up and down, and the ability to get on and off the toilet/potty chair fairly independently. While this may seem like a "given", think about grandmas who claim their children were toilet trained at 6 months or a year of age. Some kids are not even walking at a year, how could they be toilet trained? The last component is probably the most important: psychological readiness. Or what I like to call willingness! If a child is not bothered by a wet or dirty diaper, if she is uninterested or unwilling to sit on the potty, believe me, you are not going to get very far. As the saying goes, you can place a toddler on a potty, but you can't make her pee. Toddlers quickly learn that they can control their bodily functions. Once your child is showing all these components of toilet training readiness, most experts recommend waiting at least three months before you start toilet training to ensure that all is set. This is a good time to "set the stage" for toilet training as well (letting her observe others using the toilet, introducing books or videos on the subject, starting to talk about them using the potty soon). Last but not least, look at yourself and your family situation. In order for toilet training to be as painless and smooth as possible, make sure that you and your child are ready. Some kids toilet train quite easily, while for others it becomes what seems like a long drawn out battle. If you are incredibly busy at work, moving to a new house or a new baby is due soon, it's ok to wait a few months to let things settle down. This is probably one of the biggest steps for your child and it's worth it to wait. Just remember, all good things come with time. Or as my then 3 and a half year old son said "You have to be patient, and then the pee will come". You've been waiting for the signals. Your child seems to recognize when she is peeing or pooping. And, miraculously, your child is actually telling you from time to time! ("I peed!" or "I pooped!"). She is dry after naps and occasionally upon awakening in the morning. Now is the time to set the stage if you haven't done so already. Discussing using the toilet, reading about it, and even watching videos is just as important as the process itself. The more your child understands the more successful toilet training will be. Discussions of using the toilet are just that. If you haven't done so already, let your child see you and other family members using the toilet (modeling). Let your child know that when she is ready, she can do the same thing. If she has a little friend that is about the same age that is using the toilet, that can also be mentioned (nothing like some peer pressure!). If you notice that she is peeing or pooping, remark on it: "Are you peeing?"...especially if she is in the tub or naked and both of you are observing this act. Follow the observational comment with something positive, like "Let me know when you are ready to try peeing/pooping in the potty!" or "Next time we can try peeing in the potty if you like". Ongoing observational remarks and comments of "when you are ready" let the child know that there is no pressure to start, and that the choice is hers. Books and videos are wonderful adjuncts to the discussions you have with your child. They help reinforce the ideas you have discussed. And, they see other "kids" or "characters" undergoing the same process, which will help your child understand the whole process. If you haven't done so already, now is a good time to get the potty "ready" (i.e. purchase a potty chair or child sized potty seat that fits over toilet seat) and to buy some underwear or pull-ups. Some things to consider regarding your potty "set up" is that there are several potty chairs out there. You needn't spend a fortune on one, but: make sure that it is sturdy. The last thing you want is for it to collapse while your child is sitting on it! make sure the "pot" part (where the pee and poop end up) of the chair is secure and empties easily for easy cleaning and minimal spilling. It is also a nice idea, if your child is interested, to have your child help pick the potty chair. If there is something about the potty chair your child does not like (and believe me, you never know what a 2-3 year old might find fault in!), she may be resistant to using it........and that's the last thing you need! Most children do start out with a potty chair, but if your child is older (around 3 years of age or older) or has an older sibling, she may prefer to use the "real" toilet first. In this case, a child-sized seat which fits over the toilet would be most helpful. Stability of the seat is probably the most when picking a potty seat. Find one that has the least amount of "wiggle" and does not feel like its going to collapse under the weight of the child. Make sure also, that there aren't any parts that may pinch the child. If your child doesn't feel secure on the potty seat, she may not feel comfortable enough to pee or poop in it. The next consideration is pull-ups vs. underwear vs. training pants.
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New Hope For Sufferers Of Thyroid Cancer Patients with advanced thyroid cancer of sorafenib on thyroid cancers that
have for many years faced bleak prospects and no viable treatment options. But now, building on recent discoveries about the genetics and cell signaling pathways of thyroid tumors, researchers are developing exciting new weapons against the disease, using kinase inhibitors that target tumor cell division and blood vessels. Two recent clinical trials led by a researcher from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania showcase the great promise of these new approaches. The first study provides additional data from the phase III DECISION trial of the drug sorafenib, a kinase inhibitor already approved for treatment of kidney and liver cancer, which was presented as a plenary during the 2013 annual American Society of Clinical Oncology meeting. In the newly released findings, lead author Marcia Brose, MD, PhD, an assistant professor in the department of Otorhinolarlyngology: Head and Neck Surgery and the division of Hematology/Oncology in the Abramson Cancer Center, and her colleagues examined the effectiveness
harbor BRAF and RAS mutations. Of the 417 patients enrolled in the trial, 256 had tumors collected for genetic analysis. As they expected, the most common mutations were found in the BRAF and RAS genes. However, the analyses show that all groups, regardless of the presence of a BRAF and RAS mutation benefited from treatment with sorafenib. The use of sorafenib for the first line treatment for advanced differentiated thyroid cancer is now being evaluated for approval by the FDA, which would represent the first effective drug for advanced thyroid patients in more than 40 years. The second study Brose will present during the European Cancer Congress focused on the subgroup of patients with papillary thyroid cancer (PTC), which is the most prevalent form of advanced thyroid cancer. About half of PTC patients harbor the BRAFV600E mutation, which is also present in melanomas that can be successfully treated with BRAF inhibitor drugs. Taken together, the two trials offer substantial new hope for patients with progressive thyroid cancer.
Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs), including heart disease and stroke, cause 17.3 million deaths each year worldwide, and by 2030 it is expected that 23 million people will die from CVDs annually, a report released Sunday said. Last Sunday was being observed as World Heart Day. Every year since 2000, Sep 29 has been observed by the World Heart Federation as World Heart Day to spread awareness about the rising instance of heart disease. 'Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs), including heart disease and stroke, take lives prematurely. In fact, they cause 17.3 million deaths each year and the numbers are rising. By 2030, it is expected that 23 million people will die from CVDs annually,' said Rishi Sethi, associate professor, Department of Cardiology, King George's Medical University, Lucknow. The intervention cardiology data compiled by Rishi Sethi revealed that over 4,500 lifesaving angioplasty procedures and almost 2,000 lifesaving pacemaker implantations have been performed in 2011-12 in the state of
Heart Disease Kills 17.3 Million Each Year: Report
Uttar Pradesh. The number of these procedures has increased by almost 30 percent over the last year, he said. 'Children are vulnerable too, the risk for CVDs can begin before birth, during foetal development, and increase further during childhood with exposure to unhealthy diet, lack of exercise and smoking,' the doctor said. The doctor also underlined how simple lifestyle changes like giving up tobacco could make a big difference to cardiovascular health. 'The tobacco industry interference in public health policy has been recognised as the biggest obstacle in enforcing tobacco control laws. Strengthening tobacco control is one of the evidence-based ways to reduce CVDs,' said Ehsaan Latif, director, Tobacco Control, at the International Union against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease. It is an international voluntary scientific organisation working in low- and middle-income countries to fight HIV/AIDS, TB, lung disease, tobacco-related morbidity and noncommunicable diseases.
Eighteen months of intensive diet and exercise together lead to less knee pain and better function among overweight and obese adults with knee osteoarthritis, a new research has revealed. Stephen P. Messier, Ph.D., of Wake Forest University, Winston-Salem, N.C., and colleagues conducted a study to determine whether a 10 percent or greater reduction in body weight induced by diet, with or without exercise, would reduce joint loading and inflammation and improve clinical outcomes more than exercise alone. The study included 454 overweight and obese older community-dwelling adults (age 55 years or older with a body mass index of 27-41) with pain and radiographic knee OA. The interventions consisted of intensive diet-induced weight loss plus exercise, intensive dietinduced weight loss, or exercise. It was found that average weight loss was greater in the diet and exercise
Diet And Exercise Combo Alleviates Pain In Obese Adults With Knee Osteoarthritis
group and the diet group compared with the exercise group. When compared with the exercise group, the diet and exercise group had less knee pain, better function, faster walking speed, and better physical health-related quality of life. The study found that participants in the diet and exercise and diet groups had greater reductions in Interleukin 6 (a measure of inflammation) levels than those in the exercise group, and those in the diet group had greater reductions in knee compressive force than those in the exercise group. Researchers said the findings from this trial suggested that intensive weight loss may have both anti-inflammatory and biomechanical benefits; when combining weight loss with exercise, patients can safely achieve a mean long-term weight loss of more than 10 percent, with an associated improvement in symptoms greater than with either intervention alone.
People with asthma who engage in appropriate exercise programs have improved cardiovascular fitness and an overall improved quality of life, a new study has revealed. The study found that appropriate exercise programs can provide valuable benefits to people with asthma, helping to reduce the severity of attacks or prevent them entirely. The review by lead author Kristin Carson, a doctoral student specializing in respiratory medicine at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Adelaide, Australia, also showed that, contrary to fears that patients and parents of asthmatic children sometimes have, exercise does not generally worsen the condition. The researchers included 21 randomized, controlled studies fir their analysis. All the participants engaged in whole body aerobic exercise, such as using a treadmill or swimming, lasting 20 to 30 minutes, two or three times weekly. Participants tolerated the exercise well,
Physical Exercise Actually Benefits Asthma Patients
suffering no adverse effects due to the exertion. None of the study participants experienced worse symptoms after participation. The training programs improved the subjects' cardiopulmonary fitness, as measured by an increase in their maximum level of oxygen intake. Generally, the team found that the asthma patients involved in the studies responded to physical training in a similar manner to people without asthma. The new review also found some evidence that the exercise programs contributed to an improved quality of life (QOL), which may include improved mental health and a enhanced psychosocial wellbeing. Carson emphasized that this review shows that exercise does not worsen asthma symptoms and, "There is little to no reason that patients with asthma should not fully participate in regular physical activity, provided that preventative medications for those with exercise-induced asthma have been administered properly."
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Head lice, parasitic insects that live on the human scalp and survive by drinking human blood, makes the scalp itchy and an expert says that it can be one of the reasons behind sleepless nights. The Family Doctors says that lice move by crawling, they cannot fly or jump, so they spread by close head-to-head contact, like when children sit together in a crowded classroom or school bus. Another way of transmitting head lice is by using the comb or hair band of someone who has lice. "Lice do not cause any disease, but the itching caused by them is very uncomfortable and can cause people, particularly children, to have poor sleep and be distracted throughout the day. The sores caused by scratching can get infected with bacteria which further complicates the situation". The itching is usually worse during the
Poor Sleep? Lice Might Be The Cause
evenings and night. Some of them might even develop sores on the head, particularly towards the back of the head and behind the ears. Once there are lice in large numbers, they lay eggs called nits which are visible and attach to the hair. The treatment for lice has two components -- killing of the adult and hatched lice. It is done through using an anti-louse shampoo which can be bought easily and the removal of the nits, which requires combing with a fine toothed comb. Apply the shampoo as per the instructions on the label and do not use any other shampoo or conditioner for two days. After washing hair, keep checking hair for lice and nits every two to three days for three weeks to reduce the chance of getting infected again, or catching any residual lice.
A new study has warned that diabetes sufferers are more prone to developing breast and colon cancer and at an even higher risk of dying from them. Dr Kirstin De Bruijn said that previous studies have examined the association between diabetes and dying from cancer but death from specific types of cancer has not been well-studied. "Our meta-analysis is the first to combine incidence and death from breast and colon cancer, while excluding all other causes of death. We have investigated the link between diabetes and the risk of developing as well as the risk of dying from these cancers," she said. Dr De Bruijn, a PhD student in the Surgery Department at the Erasmus University Medical Center in Rotterdam, Netherlands, and colleagues analyzed results from 20 trials that had taken place between 2007 and 2012, involving more than 1.9 million patients with breast or colon cancer, with or without diabetes.
Diabetics More Likely To Develop And Die From Breast And Colon Cancer
Researchers have discovered a vitamin D-based treatment that can halt - and even reverse - the course of the disease in a mouse model of Multiple Sclerosis (MS). The treatment involves giving mice that exhibit MS symptoms a single dose of calcitriol, the active hormone form of vitamin D, followed by ongoing vitamin D supplements through the diet. Lead scientist biochemistry professor Colleen Hayes said that all of the animals just got better and better, and the longer we watched them, the more neurological function they regained. While scientists don't fully understand what triggers MS, some studies have linked low levels of vitamin D with a higher risk of developing the disease. Hayes has been studying this "vitamin D hypothesis" for the past 25 years with the long-term goal of uncovering novel preventive measures and treatments. Over the years, she and her researchers have revealed some of the molecular mechanisms involved in vitamin D's
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protective actions, and also explained how vitamin D interactions with estrogen may influence MS disease risk and progression in women. First, Hayes' team compared the effectiveness of a single dose of calcitriol to that of a comparable dose of a glucocorticoid, a drug now administered to MS patients who experience a bad neurological episode. Calcitriol came out ahead, inducing a nine-day remission in 92 percent of mice on average, versus a six-day remission in 58 percent for mice that received glucocorticoid. Next, Hayes' team tried a weekly dose of calcitriol. They found that a weekly dose reversed the disease and sustained remission indefinitely. But calcitriol can carry some strong side effects - it's a "biological sledgehammer" that can raise blood calcium levels in people, Hayes says so she tried a third regimen: a single dose of calcitriol, followed by ongoing vitamin D supplements in the diet.
A new research has suggested that moderate coffee consumption is not associated with increased cardiovascular Disease (CVD) risk Recently, a new review paper1 had suggested that for most healthy people, moderate coffee consumption is unlikely to adversely affect cardiovascular health. Furthermore a new paper2 concluded that higher green tea and coffee consumption is inversely associated with risk of CVD
Moderate Coffee Consumption Doesn't Increase Heart Disease Risk
They found that patients with diabetes had a 23 percent increased risk of developing breast cancer and a 38 percent increased risk of dying from the disease compared to non-diabetic patients. Diabetic patients had a 26 percent increased risk of developing colon cancer and a 30 percent increased risk of dying from it compared to nondiabetic patients, the findings showed. Bruijn said that the results for breast and colon cancer incidence in patients with diabetes are consistent with other meta-analyses, additionally their metaanalysis showed a higher risk and a stronger association between diabetes and death from breast and colon cancer than previously reported. Bruijn said that cancer patients, who are obese and diabetic, are an already more vulnerable group of individuals when it comes to surgery, as they have an increased risk of developing complications both during and after surgery.
The name of a loved one or animals are often tattooed on the bodies of many people and it surely makes a style statement. However, an expert warns that getting inked carries the danger of infections. "Tattoos can put you at high risk of bacterial, fungal and viral skin infections. Chances of blood-borne infection also increases through tattoos," Anup Dhir, senior cosmetic surgeon, Apollo Hospital, said in a
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statement. "Apart from this, the dyes in a tattoo can cause severe allergic reactions," he added. Once you get inked, it becomes difficult to get rid of it. "Tattoos are one of the most difficult plastic surgical problems to treat. Most tattoos leave a faint ghost of the image after removal and older tattoos are more difficult than newer ones to remove," Dhir said.
and stroke in the general population. Considerable research has also been devoted to investigating associations between coffee consumption and key risk factors for cardiovascular disease, such as hypertension (high blood pressure) and elevated cholesterol. Most evidence suggests that regular moderate consumption of caffeinated coffee has no long-term effect on blood pressure and does not increase the risk of hypertension.
Exercising for 30 minutes on a daily basis boosts energy and encourages people to maintain a healthy lifestyle, says a recent study. Interdisciplinary research at the University of Copenhagen explains why moderate exercising is more motivating than hard training. The obesity epidemic has massive socioeconomic consequences, and decades of health campaigns have not made significant headway, reports Science Daily. Researchers at the University of Copenhagen are pursuing the development of a new integrative methods for preventing and treating this widespread problem. 'Obesity is a complex social problem
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requiring a multidisciplinary approach. In a new scientific article we combine data from biomedical studies of the subjects' bodies with ethnological data on their experiences during the 13week trial period. 'This enables us to explain the background for the surprising fact that 30 minutes of daily exercise is just as beneficial as a full hour of hard fitness training,' says Professor Bente Stallknecht from the Department of Biomedical Sciences at University of Copenhagen. 'The 'lightweight' group of exercisers appear to get more energy and be more motivated in relation to pursuing a healthy lifestyle.'
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1) What is written on an election ballot? A. The candidates running for Prime Minister listed. B. The results of the election. C. The names of Canadians eligible to vote. D. The names of the candidates in your electoral district. 2) Where are the Parliament Buildings located? A. Toronto. B. Montreal. C. Quebec City. D. Ottawa. 3) What does "mobility rights" mean? A. Being able to have freedom of speech. Continued From Last Week If your community does not have a walk-in clinic, and you are having a minor emergency, you might be able to visit the hospital as an outpatient. The outpatient service is similar to a clinic. It is not the same as a hospital emergency room. For more information about health care in Canada and how to locate doctors or clinics in your area, visit the Health Care System website. Health emergencies Getting help in an emergency Canadian communities have trained medical and rescue workers to help you in case of a fire, an accident or a medical emergency such as a heart attack. Many Canadian towns and cities have an emergency telephone service called Emergency 911. If you have a medical emergency, use your telephone to call the number 911. This number reaches an operator who sends police, the fire department, paramedics or an ambulance to help with the emergency. The emergency procedure
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Deepika looking forward to reunite with her Cocktail producer and director. Director Homi Adajania and Producer Dinesh Vijan worked with Deepika last in Cocktail, and come together again for their next film Finding Fanny Fernandes. Deepika Padukone is very excited to be associated with the director and the producer of Cocktail once again. She has fond memories of shooting Cocktail with the entire team and the
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film is very close to her heart. Deepika had a lot of fun while doing the film and it will always hold a special place in Deepika's life as her journey to becoming the queen of the industry started there. Deepika is more than pleased to have another opportunity to work with Homi and Dinesh and she hopes that this film creates more magic than what Cocktail made.
Imprisoned actor Sanjay Dutt will be out of yerawada central jail for 10- days on a furlough for getting his leg ailment treated, authorities have confirmed. A friend of Sanjay is sending his private airplane to fly him from Pune to Mumbai. He will get immediate treatment once he reaches home. While his industry friends are rejoicing With no other big films releasing this Friday, Abhinav Kashyap's "Besharam" has a clean week as far as competition goes. The film will be a litmus test for both actor Ranbir after superhit "Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani" and Kashyap post "Dabangg". "Our expectations are huge. We have made a good film and have promoted it well," Kahsyap said. The film, produced by Himanshu Mehra, Sanjeev Gupta and Reliance Entertainment, had a shooting budget of Rs.60 crore plus the cost of promotions, marketing and advertising.
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that Dutt will be home for a short period, they are fully aware that he needs his privacy to catch up with his twins Shahran and Iqra - and wife Maanayata. Fortunately for Sanju, his sisters - Priya and Namrata - live just a floor below with their respective families. So, coming home will give him a chance to meet the entire khandaan.
"We have locked about 3,600 screens in India and 700 screens overseas," said the director. Whether the audience will accept Ranbir in deglam role or not, will only be revealed once the movie releases. "It is a big film and there is no other film releasing in the same week. We have to wait and watch how it unfolds and whether the audience likes it or not," trade analyst Taran Adarsh said. "Besharam" also stars Ranbir's actor-parents Rishi Kapoor and Neetu Singh. Actress Pallavi Sharda, a newcomer who hails from Australia, plays the female lead in the film.
Abhishek Bachchan said its premature to talk about "Happy Anniversary" which reportedly starts him and his wife Aishwarya Rai Bachchan. "Prahlad Kakkar is an old friend of Aishwarya and I know him through her.... we have met him and we have the basic idea about the story. We
Talking About 'Happy Anniversary' Premature, Says Abhishek
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Olivia Culpo, the 21 year old Miss Universe, now on a tour to India for women empowerment, is keen to act with Bollywood star Salman Khan. The American model seems to be smitten by bollywood: Ì would love to work with Salaman Bhai,`she told reporters in Delhi recently. Salman and Olivia are working together on some social projects especially against female foeticide. Olivia is amused to find how dedicated the fans in India are and how sincerely they follow the movies of their respective favourites. Ì want to be part of it too,` she says. On Nina Davuluria, first ever IndianAmerican to win the Miss America title she says that the racial remarks made against Davuluria (even calling her a terrorist) are unfortunate and outrageous. She adds that many of the girls in America are from Italian, Indian or African descent. There is no big deal about it. America needs to do a better job to project itself positively. When asked about her singer boyfriend Nick Jonas, Olivia blushed. Queried if she had any plans to sing with Jonas brothers, she maintained that I wouldn't be singing with him anytime soon, though I myself loved singing.
Having done various roles in Bollywood, Bhojpuri superstar Ravi Kishan will now be seen dressed up as a woman in forthcoming movie "Bullett Raja". He hopes the audiences will like it. Ravi, who has been part of Hindi movies like "Agent Vinod", "Dangerous Ishq", "Zila Ghaziabad" and "Bajatey Raho", will wear a woman's attire for a scene in Tigmanshu Dhulia's directorial. "I have never done something like this before and I would give all the credit to Tissu bhai (Tigmanshu) for this. He
Popular comedian Kapil Sharma has been overwhelmed at being offered help from legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar and superstar Shah Rukh Khan after his show set was damaged in a fire A massive fire had broken out recently to be put up). on the sets of hit show 'Comedy Nights The industry is like a family," he said. With Kapil' at Goregaon Film city. Kapil says the exact cause of the fire However, there were no casualties in is yet to be ascertained as investigation the mishap. is still on. "We will come to know the The show, aired on Colors channel, exact loss... The figures only after the is hosted by Kapil and often sees police verification," he said. Bollywood celebrities like Shah Rukh, He rubbished rumours of a conspiracy Rohit Shetty, Deepika Padukone, behind the fire. Kapil felt disappointed Sushant Singh Rajput, Parineeti Chopra, as he was unable to shoot with singer Riteish Deshmukh, Vivek Oberoi, Anil Sonu Nigam due to mishap. "We were Kapoor and others using the platform to even planning to shoot with Akshay promote their upcoming films. Kumar and Hrithik Roshan for the "I got a call from Lataji and she asked promotion of their forthcoming films. if I need any kind of help, whether But unfortunately due to the tragedy, monetary or anything. She asked what we are trying to work out things," he can I do for you... Her call was a big said. However, Kapil is quite happy thing," Kapil said. "Also Shah Rukh that people are loving his show and he Khan, Rohit Shetty and lot of people hopes it to continue. from the industry called me and said Two episodes supposed to be aired on 'hum tumhare saath hai, batao kitne din this weekend have already been shot. Boss' show. "It's not an easy job to the best floor to reconstruct a new set. mein set khada karna hai' (we are with But, for the upcoming episodes they reconstruct a huge set in such a short We have a huge set up and we don't you, tell in how many days the set has will be shooting on the sets of 'Bigg time. The channel is also trying to get want to compromise with it," he added.
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makes it so easy for an actor... thanks to his sheer clarity," Ravi said in a statement. "I liked taking up the challenge and I hope the audiences will love my new ardhanarishwar (half male and half woman) avatar in 'Bullett Raja'," he added. Ravi will be seen in a green and pink choli along with a lot of jewellery, including bangles, earrings and necklace. The movie stars Saif Ali Khan and Sonakshi Sinha in lead roles. It will hit theatres Nov 29.
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Kareena's Advice To Young Dames
'Krrish 3' To Sizzle Before Diwali

Hrithik Roshan's upcoming superhero film picks release date ahead of the festivities on November 1 instead of November 4
Kareena Kapoor has some advice for all young unmarried girls. Try and livein together before getting married as it helps both the partners to know each other better. Marriage involves lot of sacrifice. In an interview Kareena opened up calling herself a traditional girl at the same time. Nine months into her marriage, the bubbly girl is now a mature woman, who has no qualms about accepting the dynamics of the relationships that surround her. Marriage has proved lucky for Kareena. She has landed with four good films after getting married to Saif Ali Khan. After some persuasion Kareena opens up. Nonetheless, she's alert and at times studied. Her conversation is discernibly different from when she was just the carefree Kareena. `Saif avoids intrusion; he likes to guard his private life closely. I totally endorse his views,` says the actress, fiercely guarding conversations that sometimes veer towards Saif's children (Sarah and Ibrahim) and her relationship with his family. On her Khan surname she says, Ì became Mrs Saif Ali Khan, the day I married Saif. There should be no
Asha Parekh, the legendary actress of the 50s and 60s is also regarded as Jubilee Actress of 60s for giving a string of hits from 1960 to 1969. Each year she gave minimum one hit. Her major hits include GHUNGHAT (1960), JAB PYAR KISISE HOTA HAI (1961), APNA BANAKE DEKHO (1962), BHAROSA (1963), ZIDDI (1964), MERE SANAM
Asha Parekh Never Worked With Dilip Kumar
controversy over it,'' she adds, `Saifs family is very cosmopolitan and liberal. I love and deeply respect them. At heart I am a traditional girl. Kareena never misses her being single because she recalls that she was never single throughout her career. The actress shares 5 tips for modern working women: 1. Try and live-in together before getting married to the person. This will help you understand each other. 2. Women usually give up everything to make a home. My suggestion: never give up your work, because that is your identity and it will be with you during crucial times. Balance your home and your work. 3. Deeply understand your partner. One of the key factors in building a solid bond is to be friends. Saif is my best friend. 4. Try and not discuss work at home, especially if you're from the same field. 5. Always strive to be fit and sexy. It's vital. Do yoga and follow a healthy diet to attain your goal. I don't go to the gym. I indulge on puris and thaalis sometimes, but I make up for it all with some suryanamaskars.
Going against his initial plan of action, Rakesh Roshan has decided to release his upcoming superhero film two days before Diwali this year. Buzz was that the filmmaker was earlier planning to have Krrish 3 hit the marquee post Diwali, given that the festive days lead to a lean period at ticket counters. So instead of November 4, Hrithik's film will release on November 1. All the distributors who had acquired the film two years back requested Rakeshji to bring the film out on a Friday. The fate of the film could be affected by the mahurat of the Lakshmi puja. By releasing it on Friday, the film can enjoy two entire weeks at the box office, given that Ram Leela and Rajjo akin to actor Rajendra Kumar who was tagged as 'Jubilee Kumar'. Asha Parekh continued her success story even in the 70s though not the same kind of the 60s. Few of hits in the 70s include KATI PATANG (1970), MERA GAON MERA DESH (1971), CARAVAN (1971), ZAKHMEE (1975), MAIN TULSI TERE AANGAN KI (1978). She switched to doing character actor roles in the 80s with KAALIYA (1981) opposite Amitabh Bachchan as his sister-in-law. Readers would be surprised to know that once Asha Parekh made the statement for an actor, 'Whom I don't like, I don't work with!' Well, it may come as a stunner to many readers because the person in question is nation's most revered and cherished actor Dilip Kumar!!! According to reports Asha Parekh made this frank remark at the 40th International Film Festival of India
are releasing on November 15.` A trade expert says, Àt multiplexes, the film will get two and a half per cent bonus for a seven-day period instead of just four days, had it released on Monday.` Those close to Hrithik say despite his tough exteriors, Hrithik is quite a softie within. A few days ago when he was in Singapore, the star went shopping for his grandfather, J Om Prakash. Apparently, he purchased a teddy bear for his grand dad. Hrithik is very close to his grandfather and he is very fond of soft toys. While shopping for his son Hrehaan, he couldn't stop himself from buying a soft toy for his grandfather too. He almost missed his aircraft back home. (IFFI). When she was asked why she has never worked opposite superstar Dilip Kumar in her entire career. She candidly replied, 'Whom I don't like, I don't work with!' Asha Parekh attended the 40th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) as she was felicitated for completing 50 years in the film industry.
(1965), TEESRI MANZIL (1966), UPKAR (1967), SHIKAR (1968) AYA SAWAN JHOOM KE (1969). In fact the year 1966 was a special year for Asha as this year she gave a string of four consecutive hits in a row viz. TEESRI MANZIL, LOVE IN TOKYO, DO BADAN and AAYE DIN BAHAR KE. Thus winning the inimitable title of 'Jubilee Actress',
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The singer was asked to change the event management company, failing to do so, his relationship with a Mumbai based woman would be made public Singer-cum-composer Sonu Nigam planned a tour in 2014 during which he received threat calls from underworld would have shows in 12 countries. don Chhota Shakeel, who is dreaded criminal Dawood Ibrahims close aide. Sonu told the police that Shakeel made several calls and demanded to change the event management company that will handle the singers 2014 tour. If sources are to be believed, Sonu was asked to change the organisers of the event as Dawood preferred another event management company. Shakeel also threatened that if the singer failed to do so he would expose Sonus relationship with a Mumbai-based woman. Nigam is yet to record a detailed statement and file an FIR. In the meanwhile, the police may provide security to Sonu. The singer had
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ARYA SAMAJ SOCIETY OF BRITISH COLUMBIA

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Programs in October 2013
Program Sarva Pitru Shradh Tarpana/Narayana Deep Arpana Maha Navarati begins Shree Lakshmi Vinayaka Japa Durgashtami, Kanya puja Saraswati puja Vijayadashami Kanya Bhojan Sharadh Purnima Shree Mahalakshmi Japa Karva Chouth Shree Hanuman Japa
Join for Hawan, Pravachan and Satsangh followed by Preetibhoj Every Sunday 10:00 a.m.12:00 noon Yoga, Pranayam & Meditation classes every Wednesday 7:00 p.m - 8:30 p.m. Contact Shobha Rae 604.874.9856 Hindi Classes Sunday 12:30 p.m. -1:30 p.m. Contact Madhu Varsney 604.222.1444 Hall rental also availabale. Contact Kushwakant Singh 604.328.5454
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The 2013 Chevrolet Traverse receives multiple changes this year, including refreshed exterior styling, improved interior materials, a new electronics interface and new safety features. Introduction From outward appearances, the 2013 Chevrolet Traverse looks almost fully redesigned. Gone is the signature Chevy split grille, replaced by a nose that looks more at home on a large sedan. The new design may lack personality, but it has a slimming effect that makes its predecessor look bloated by comparison. With a sharper, more defined tailgate and angled lights, the same holds true for the rear of this large crossover. The interior also received the nip/ tuck treatment, with sculpted surfaces and shapes integrated more fluidly into the overall design, and additional features including a standard rearview camera and Chevrolet's new MyLink infotainment interface at the driver's disposal. Similar to MyFord Touch, the MyLink system provides a wealth of audio, navigation and other system control through a simple touchscreen. The rest of the 2013 Chevrolet Traverse remains unchanged and that's a good thing. Interior cargo capacity continues to be a top draw, with an impressive 116 cubic feet available behind the first-row seats. We like the way the Traverse drives, too, as its comfortable ride quality and 281-horsepower V6 put this big Chevy right at home on city streets and on the highway. Body Styles, Trim Levels, and Options With seating for up to eight passengers, the 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is classified as a large crossover SUV. It is offered in four trim levels: LS, 1LT, 2LT and LTZ. Standard features on the LS Traverse include 17-inch steel wheels, automatic headlights, roof rails, cruise control, front and rear air-conditioning, keyless entry, full power accessories, cloth upholstery, 60/40 split-folding third-row seats, a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, a trip computer, Bluetooth, OnStar telematics, a 6.5inch touchscreen display, a rearview camera and a six-speaker audio system with a CD player, USB/auxiliary audio inputs, and satellite and HD radio. Steeping up to the 1LT trim adds 18inch alloy wheels, foglights, heated mirrors, rear parking sensors, remote ignition, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, wood grain interior trim and an eight-way power driver seat with power lumbar adjustments. On top of that, the 2LT tacks on power-folding mirrors, an auto-dimming driver-side and rearview mirror, a power rear liftgate, tri-zone automatic climate control, heated front seats and the MyLink infotainment interface (voice activation, Bluetooth audio connectivity and smartphone radio app integration). The range-topping LTZ trim includes 20-inch wheels, a blind-spot monitoring system, a rear cross-traffic alert system, second-row captain's chairs (reducing
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2013 Chevrolet Traverse
seating capacity to seven), leather upholstery, a 10-way power driver seat with power lumbar adjustments, driver memory functions, an eight-way power front passenger seat, ventilated front seats and a heated steering wheel. As comprehensive as this list is, there isn't a lot of room for options. Available on the 2LT and LTZ trims are a navigation system and a 10-speaker Bose surround-sound system. All but the LS trim can also opt for a dual-panel sunroof, rear-seat DVD entertainment center with USB input and a 110-volt household power outlet. Powertrains and Performance Powering most 2013 Chevrolet Traverse models is a 3.6-liter V6 that produces 281 hp and 266 pound-feet of torque. The LTZ trim features twin exhaust outlets that increase output to 288 hp and 270 pound-feet. A sixspeed automatic is the only available transmission, but buyers can choose front- or all-wheel drive. The EPA estimates fuel economy at 17 mpg city/24 mpg highway and 19 mpg in combined driving for the front-drive Traverse and 16/23/19 mpg for the allwheel-drive model -- average results for crossovers in this class. Safety Standard safety features on all 2013 Chevy Traverse models include fourwheel antilock disc brakes, traction and stability control, a rearview camera, front-seat side airbags and full-length side curtain airbags for all three rows. OnStar is also standard and includes automatic crash notification, on-demand roadside assistance, remote door unlocking, stolen vehicle assistance and turn-by-turn navigation. An inboard driver-seat side airbag that helps protect front occupants from colliding into each other in the event of a side impact is optional on the LS trim and standard on all others. A blind-spot and rear cross-traffic monitoring system is only available on the top LTZ trim. Interior Design and Special Features The 2013 Chevrolet Traverse features
an attractive new interior, but a few flaws detract from an otherwise successful effort. Most touch-surfaces are decently padded, but the quality of the materials lacks a premium look and feel. Drivers will also notice poor rearward visibility, particularly in reverse. Fortunately, the standard rearview camera provides a clear and comprehensive view. The rearview monitor and all infotainment functions are controlled by a touchscreen display in the dash, but the screen itself is mounted low in the driver's sight line, and requires a longer glance away from the road ahead. The MyLink interface, which allows smartphone radio app integration, features a clean layout and intuitive menu structure. Touch inputs are occasionally slow or missed entirely, however, making the interface a bit frustrating. We're also not fond of the USB port placement in a dashtop bin where direct sun and high temperatures can bake electronics. Front-row passengers will enjoy abundant head- and legroom, as will second-row occupants, but the middlerow seat cushions are a bit low. Sliding those seats all the way back alleviates this issue, but that effectively kills third-row legroom. The slide release is
also difficult to access. The narrow, flat third-row seats are easily deployed and stowed, but are really suited to kids and smaller adults. The Traverse scores points for generous cargo capacity. Even with the third-row seats in place, the Traverse can carry up to 24.4 cubic feet of luggage. That figure jumps to 70.3 cubes with the rearmost seats folded flat and a cavernous 116.3 cubes with the second row stowed. Driving Impressions Overall, the 2013 Chevrolet Traverse delivers a smooth and quiet highway ride. On curves and passes, the big SUV minimizes body roll and feels more secure and planted than you expect. The V6 engine generates good horsepower, but lacks punch and tends to sound harsh and unrefined under acceleration -- an indication of the mass it's tasked to carry. The thin steering wheel also feels a little outdated and the transmission is slow to react, though gearchanges are smooth. Whether running errands in the suburbs or traveling the interstates, the Traverse is well suited to delivering several people in comfort or cargo in abundance. Despite its dimensions, it maneuvers well in tight parking lots -it's just harder to see out of than most competitors.
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Protein
Fat Releasing Foods To Lose Weight Fast

Quinoa
phenolic antioxidants than most foods. Cocoa can protect nerves from injury and inflammation, protect the skin from oxidative damage from UV radiation and have beneficial effects on satiety, cognitive function, and mood.
are well documented.
Vinegar
Fibre
Im fond of this macronutrient powerhouse for so many reasons: It promotes healthy skin, hair, nails, bones, and muscle. Its also a fabulous weight-loss aid. Protein increased satiety (satisfaction and feelings of fullness) and increased after-meal calorie burn. In other words, eating protein-rich meals, rather than highercarbohydrate ones, leads to more satisfaction, less hunger, and more fat burn. I love that: three benefits in one. Earlier research also found that people following higher-protein diets generally decrease their food intake by an average of 10 percent (about 200 calories).
Im keen on quinoa for many reasons: This ancient grain is a nutritional powerhouse, chock-full of protein, amino acids, phytosterols, and vitamin E. Animals fed supplements containing a quinoa-seed extract had less body fat, lower body weight, and decreased appetite. Also, quinoa is versatile and can be made into crackers, side dishes, and hot cereals.
Honey
Throughout the years, various weightloss researchers have recommended starting a meal with a salad to stave off hunger and ensure that you dont overeat. But why does this work exactly? One reason is that salads are a great source of fiber: lettuce greens, carrots, tomatoes, and the like all have plenty of this macronutrient. Fibers effects on increasing feelings of satiety
The surprise is here? The vinegar that comes along for the ride in salad dressing also helps you feel full. Research has shown that vinegar can lessen the glycemic effect of a meal (meaning it tends not to spike your blood sugar), which has been linked to satiety that reduces food intake. Vinegar may also prevent body-fat accumulation. Whether you eat fiber and vinegar together or not, know that they are great tools to have on hand whenever you feel the need to tame your appetite and turn on fat burning controls. If youre not a fan of salad, there are plenty of other sources.
Vitamin C
This natural sweetener has also shown great promise in animal studies for reducing weight gain and body fat when substituted for sugar. Known to have antibacterial, antiviral, and antifungal properties, honey boasts wide-ranging health benefits. It may improve blood sugar control and immunity, and its an effective cough suppressant.
Cocoa
Youve heard for years to stock up on your C to fend off colds, but are you aware of the vitamins reputation as a weight-loss aid? Research suggests that the bodies of folks who are deficient in vitamin C cling more stubbornly to fat. The review linked less-than-ideal intakes of particular micronutrients to an increased likelihood of being overweight. They identified deficiencies in vitamin C, zinc, magnesium, and vitamin E as risk factors for having a higher percentage of body fat and belly fat.
If youre like me, you welcome any new excuse to add more chocolate to your life. Cocoa contains more
Most people will agree with the fact that sometimes a persons job holds them back from living a healthy lifestyle. Not to forget that factors like pressure at work, eating restaurant food often, lack of exercise and easy access to fast food is bound to make people fat and unhealthy. But there is a solution and today we share with you practical weight management tips which can help you live a healthy lifestyle where you dont pack on the pounds and stay away from lifestyle diseases. These are the top weight management tips for working people. Why is breakfast important? - Increases your energy. - Increases your attention span. - Improves your intelligence . - You will not feel tired and irritated. - Weight Loss. What does a good breakfast comprise? You need these components for a good breakfast: - Carbohydrates for energy. - Nutrition for overall health. - Proteins to reduce hunger. - Fats for energy.
Weight Management Tips For Working

Workout in the morning Benefits of working out in the morning - Morning workouts ensure consistency that is you are more likely to go to the gym every day. - Exercising late in the evening can actually upset your sleep due to the release of certain hormones during your workout. Pre and Post Workout Snacks Pre workout snacks helps to boost energy while post workout snacks help in recovery of the muscles. How to deal with craving? In order to effectively deal with cravings, first of all understand the nature of craving: Physical or emotional. If it is physical craving, try and play games, read a book, give yourself a pedicure, play with your pet or walk with your children and chances are you will be able to deal with it in 30 minutes or so. Continued Next Week
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For Women
It can caused either due to pregnancy or due to extreme weight loss. Stretch marks generally occur on our tummies, arms, thighs and chests. These stretch marks act as permanent reminder with their horizontal thread like marks all along our skin. But did you know there are ways to minimise these permanent marks? The reasons and causes of stretch marks Stretch marks are healed scars in the skin which are caused due to overstretching of the skin. They often appear on the abdomen, breasts, upper arms, buttocks and thighs. They may be pink or red to begin with, but eventually fade to white or grey. Stretch Marks: Causes, Treatment and Prevention The tendency to develop stretch marks is genetic, because it depends on the amount and arrangement of the protein elastin in the skin. Once a stretch mark has developed, it cannot be reversed. Stretch marks can develop in the following circumstances: Pregnancy - Most pregnant women develop stretch marks towards the end of their pregnancy. If your mother had them, you are probably going to have them. Excessive weight gain during pregnancy, twin or multiple pregnancy can increase the chances of getting stretch marks. Weight gain and growth during adolescence and in weightlifters. Medication use - prolonged use of corticosteroid creams, lotions and pills. Corticosteroids reduce the production of collagen and elastin in the skin making it prone to stretch marks. Hence, these medications should not be used without a physician's supervision. Diseases such as Cushing's syndrome (excessive cortisol secretion by a tumor) can cause sudden onset of wide stretch marks on the arms, thighs and abdomen. Genetic conditions including Marfan's syndrome and Ehlers-Danlos syndrome can cause stretch marks due to abnormalities in collagen and elastin Precaution to avoid stretch marks If you have developed stretch marks you have a tendency for it. If weight gain is the cause, weight loss through appropriate diet and exercise helps prevent formation of new stretch marks and prevents widening of the existing stretch marks. Avoid self-medicating with oral corticosteroids or steroid creams and lotions. Stretch Marks: Causes, Treatment and Prevention Work with your gynecologist to avoid excessive weight gain during pregnancy. Following a good diet and exercise, will provide good health to you and your baby with the added advantage of minimizing stretch marks. Myths about stretch marks Stretch marks can be prevented by rubbing plenty of moisturisers (creams, oils, lotions and butters) the basic cause of stretch marks is overstretching of skin due to weight gain in an individual prone to stretch marks. So, moisturisers have no role to play in the prevention of stretch marks. Stretch Marks: Causes, Treatment and Prevention Stretch marks can be removed with treatment - no treatment can eliminate stretch marks. Some creams and lasers can improve the appearance of stretch marks by stimulating the formation of new collagen and elastin within them. Options of new-age laser solutions for the weight related and post natal stretch marks Treatments for stretch marks are only partially effective and won't remove the stretch marks completely. Some of the available treatments can be used singly or in combination: Retinoid cream - cream containing retinoic acid, tazarotene have been shown to rebuild collagen within stretch marks and improve their appearance. However, they should not be used during pregnancy. Treatments for stretch marks Alpha-hydroxy acids such as glycolic acids in the form of peels or creams work similar to retinoids. Microdermabrasion or skin polishing removes the topmost layer of the skin stimulating the growth of new skin and collagen. Lasers such as Nd-Yag lasers and fractional lasers can improve the appearance of stretch marks but multiple sessions are required (5-8). Nd-Yag lasers are effective in pink to red stretch marks, and fractional lasers in white stretch marks. Hyaluronic acid fillers can be injected into stretch marks by microinjections to improve hydration and reduce the papery texture. Venus freeze is a device used for skin tightening which combines radiofrequency and magnetic pulse technology. Within 8-10 sessions it tightens up loose skin and stimulates collagen and elastin production which also improves stretch marks. The treatment is safe, and with no downtime or discomfort.
Stretch Marks: Causes, Treatment And Prevention
As soon as hes set eyes on you, a man is ticking off his mental checklist and working out if he should be asking you out. And most of the time, us ladies dont even know this is going on! While different mens checklists will be slightly different, there does seem to be a few points that all men use. Here are the eight things he notices immediately. 1. Are You Smiling? One of the first things hell notice about you is if you are smiling, and if you are, whether it is a genuine smile. A relaxed, sexy smile is a real turn on, and most men will be able to tell the difference between this kind of laid back smile and a false, uptight smile. So, whatever is going on, smile. You never know who is watching! 2. How High Is Your Voice? If you are talking, hell be listening to how your voice sounds. Deep and sexy could be a temporary turn on, but guys are wired to know that a high, feminine voice (think Kirsten Bell and similar) is a sign of health and fertility. And while he might not be after kids yet, hes still a result of evolution, and he cant help it! 3. Your Hair Men dont notice our hair, right? Wrong. While he might not be great at noticing when youve had your hair cut, when he first saw you, he will have looked at it. Why? Biology is to blame..men notice how luscious and thick your hair is, and use this as an indicator as to how healthy you are. Interesting! 4. Your Hip-To-Waist Ratio Men will notice your hip to waist
Things Men Notice About Women Instantlyl
ratiothey cant help it. They arent half as critical as you would think, though. Hes only looking to see if your hips are a little bigger than your waist, which gives that hourglass figure that indicates fertility. Help it along with a wide belt! 5. Who You Are With Dont think he wont notice who you are withhell use it to decide if he can talk to you. If you are with a large group, it could be hard for him to get your attention, and intimidating to walk over. But if you are with just one other, you are unlikely to leave them to talk to him. Three is idealthe other two can talk, while you slip away! 6. How Fake Are You? Hell also have a look at how fake you are. Do you have fake eyelashes, nails and hair extensions? To men, fake signifies high maintenance, and expense. And while it might draw his eye originally, hes more than likely to walk away if he think youll be troubleI might stick with my natural look! 7. Your Complexion Dont think he wont notice the efforts you put into your skinhe does pick up on your complexion. A radiant glow signifies good health, both physically and mentally. Stress and anxiety cause break outs and dull skin, and whether its natural or faked, a glow will definitely catch his eye. 8. Your Eyes The last thing hell notice? Your eyes. Eyes are mesmerising, and hes sure to look at yours. Dress them up with sophisticated make up and a smile, and hell be getting lost in your eyes in no time.
How To Get Rid Of Body Odour

Is excessive sweating bothering you? Follow these tips to say goodbye to body odour Humidity levels are rising and Spray on some freshness perspiration is a major problem that Cans of antiperspirants and deodorants people have to deal with every day. do help to some extent in keeping body While everyone perspires, only some odour at bay, but it may not hold true of us sweat excessively and that is for everyone. Antiperspirants usually when it becomes a problem. Excessive work by clogging the pores, which sweating, also known as hyperhidrosis, stops sweat from reaching the surface may be hereditary. It could also be of your skin. Though they help get rid caused due to hormonal imbalance, of perspiration almost immediately, the high emotional excitement, spicy chemicals in them could cause sidefoods, exercise, or stress. Here are a effects like irritation and discoloured few things you could follow to ease out skin. the problem. Lose weight and minimise sweating Flush out toxins with water Start eating healthy and lose weight You may have heard this many times as excess weight leads to excessive before, but water not only cleanses sweating. If your weight is already your body, it also prevents underarm normal, you need to include more fibre odour. In addition, having at least to your diet and avoid spices. This will two showers is hygienic and will help help you to flush away all the toxins combat excessive sweating and get rid from your body. of the offensive odour. Try vinegar to combat the problem Wear the right clothes You may be surprised, but apply Wearing cotton clothes helps your skin vinegar on your armpits before to breathe and you can deal better with sleeping at night and let it dry naturally. excessive sweating. Avoid fabrics that Wash it off the next morning. Applying are likely to create irritation and heat up apple cider on your armpits can also the skin, causing excessive sweating. help solve the problem of excessive Lime and lemony sweating gradually. Lime helps you reduce sweating, Visit your doctor prevent body odour and bleach your - Visiting your doctor and getting a test under arm. You could rub one half of done would help you find out the exact a lime (not too ripe) on your armpits. cause for excessive sweating. You may feel mild irritation. However, - After all, sweating is just a regular if you are suffering from rashes, avoid function of our body that helps regulate using lime. body temperature.
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Laying The Base For More Sand-Based Success

with advanced programmes and four MAs seeking information to introduce or further grow the sport of beach soccer in their own countries, Turner says. From my perspective each member association will be able to leave the seminar and return to their respective countries to discuss internally with technical staff, the CEO and Executive Committees, the way forwards at their own level over the next four years. Each of them will provide a development plan with activities for the next two years, 2014-16. Tahiti 2013 will long be remembered for many reasons in the annals of Oceania football. The first FIFA tournament held in the Pacific Islands was itself a cause for celebration. However, the stunning and historic run of Tahiti to the semi-finals has added to the landmark event, as did flair-laden Solomon Islands who were highly unlucky to miss the knockout stage and what would have been a unique Oceania double. "The performance of Tahiti has inspired me and the Pacific Islands as a whole to have the belief that it is possible to use beach soccer to give our country recognition on an international level, said Kilifi Uele, Technical Director at the Tonga FA. The seminar has opened my eyes that it is very easy to start teaching beach soccer within our federation, especially at grassroots level giving kids the opportunity to play in this new form of football. "There is great potential for this sport in our country as we have great weather all year round and, even though there
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Tahitis breakthrough success at the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup 2013 is evidence of the potential that is starting to be unlocked in Oceania. Coinciding with the concluding days of the tournament, many of the Oceania Football Confederations member nations have been participating at the FIFA/OFC Beach Soccer Seminar. Held over three days, participants from New Caledonia, Tahiti, Tonga, Fiji, Vanuatu and American Samoa enjoyed topics covering a wide variety of lectures, interactive events and on-field work, all with one goal in mind: growth of the sand-based game in Oceania. FIFA Development Officer Glenn Turner says the seminar agenda was conceived with a number of top international presenters who captivated the participants. Joan Cusco, Vice-President of Beach Soccer Worldwide and special adviser to the FIFA Beach Soccer Committee, spoke about his lengthy experience promoting what is a highly marketable sport. Some of the other dignitaries to attend over the three days and offer their insights included Tahiti FA President, Thierry Ariiotima, Football Federation Samoa President, Toetu Petana and the following FIFA Beach Soccer Committee Members Abdiqani Said Arab, Hillaren Frederick, Miroslav Pelta, Dinnanathlall Persunnoo, Chris Wang, Philip White, Souleiman Hassan Waberi, Feizal Sidat, Mohamed Gamal, Damian Dupiellet. The seminar presenters were able to identify that there are two distinct levels of beach soccer in OFCs member associations. There were participants
are other competing sports such as rugby, beach soccer will give an alternative sport to play especially for the outer islands. It would also be encouraged by the Ministry of Health who are promoting good health." On the surface it would appear that beach soccer is a natural fit for the Oceania region. The performance of Tahiti and Solomon Islands this past week clearly suggests that is the case. And Tavita Taumua, Chief Executive Officer of the American Samoa FA, certainly believes so. "I have been extremely impressed by the performances of Tahiti and I feel proud to be from this region knowing that we also have the potential to accomplish great things in Beach Soccer, he said. "For American Samoa, which is a territory of the US, sport is well integrated into the culture, therefore beach soccer has massive potential as people are very interested in
participating in sport in general, and beach soccer in particular." Turner says arranging the seminar around the Beach Soccer World Cup in Tahiti together with the tremendous success of the Tahitian was beneficial to all the attending member associations, regardless of their current level. Their journey has surely motivated everyone showing that with the correct administration and planning for the sport, much can be achieved. All the participants were overwhelmed by the presence of the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup in Tahiti and the level of the players in the Tiki Toa really added to the overall seminar and their experience. The seminar concluded with the group partaking in a practical demonstration at the Tahiti FA headquarters, before attending Toata Stadium to see the finale to the 2013 FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup for a perfect conclusion to the seminar.
Fijian international striker Roy Krishna was part of the Auckland City side which beat A-League side Wellington Phoenix 1-0 in a friendly match last Saturday. Auckland City dominated the first half of an intense pre-season friendly at a jam-packed Kiwitea Street with three superb saves by Phoenix keeper Jacob Spoonley denying his former teammates the lead. Wellington Phoenix coach Ernie Merrick has endured an at times disjointed pre-season campaign with players missing on international duty or injured but conceded Auckland City were worthy of their result. "I wanted a really tough, hard, game and that's what Auckland City gave us. In the second half I strengthened our midfield with Manny Muscat and our skipper Andrew Durante also came on. "When Muscat came on we really dominated the opposition particularly in the middle of the park. But I also had to play a couple of youngsters - Joel Stevens, who is 18, Alex Rufer, 17, and
Tyler Boyd hasn't played in six months. But we didn't really look like scoring and Auckland City really deserved to win the match," Merrick said. Wellington Phoenix dominated the second half but created few chances, clearly missing the creative nucleus of Carlos Hernandes, Kenny Cunningham and Paul Ifill. By contrast, Auckland City created a spate of chances. First Adam Dickinson opened up Wellington Phoenix and firing in a low cross a yard wide of Alex Feneridis with Glen Moss isolated. Then Feneridis charged away for a one on one with Moss before being reeled in by Durante and Ben Sigmund. Darren White and Roy Krishna making his non-competitive home debut for Auckland - caused the Phoenix defensive headaches on both flanks with Reece Caira and Michael Boxall put under constant pressure. Then came the goal. Takuya Iwata swung a cross in from the left which the Phoenix cleared only for Burfoot
Roy Krishna Helps City Win
to lash home a rasping effort from 25 metres out on the angle into the back of the net with six minutes left. Burfoot, signed from Northern League club Western Springs, fits in well at Auckland City according to Tribulietx. "I think Sam fits perfectly our style of play he's young but physically a bit immature. But given time you can see Sam could be a very good player for this club," he said. The victory is a welcome boost for Auckland City FC and the second time the Sandringham-based club has defeated A-League opposition, having downed Central Coast Mariners 3-1 two seasons ago. Coach Ramon Tribulietx said it was important to put the result in perspective. "We've just started pre-season, we're working on our style, our play, our system. We did well in patches, in the second half not as good. "We were playing a very good side, overall the way we defended was good as we needed to defend really deep. I'm happy."
Tribulietx's opposite number, Ernie Merrick pointed out some of the resources he was missing. "We showed we could play, we kept possession for long spells, but we didn't have our firepower in Carlos Hernandes, Kenny Cunningham and Paul Ifill. When we have them together we'll have a formidable squad. "Pre-season has been very thorough, we've physically and technically worked very hard on the boys, strategically they get the system of play we're aiming for. "The frustration has been not getting all these players on the park at one time. This was our ninth pre-season game we've only lost two, the other was the Wanderers result over in Sydney," he said. Auckland City's next pre-season friendly is less glamourous as they take on New Zealand U-17 at Kiwitea Street on October 6. The Wellington Phoenix next match is a Hyundai A-League season opener with Brisbane Roar at Westpac Trust Stadium on October 13.
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From the top down, the Vancouver Canucks are a team with something to prove. There's the new coach getting another chance after a tumultuous exit from his last job, the goalie who thought he was on his way out of town and the core group of players with just one postseason victory since making the 2011 Stanley Cup final. The Canucks open the 2013-14 campaign Thursday where their last one ended in Northern California against the San Jose Sharks. "I'm anxious a good anxious. You want to get going," Canucks coach John Tortorella said after Wednesday's practice at the University of British Columbia. "I want to see what the team looks like. I want to see how they react in different situations. "We're playing for the real stuff here." Tortorella was hired by Vancouver in June to light a fire under a club that has far too often failed to match its regularseason success in the playoffs. Axed by the New York Rangers after last season and replaced by former Canucks coach Alain Vigneault following clashes with both the media and players, the calmer Tortorella
Vancouver Canucks Enter 2013-14 Season As A Team With Something To Prove

looks at his job with Vancouver as a fresh opportunity. "I'm always trying to be better as a coach each and every day. I make a lot of mistakes, as the players do," he said. "Coaches don't get evaluated too much from their bosses. Usually you get evaluated when they kick you out of the organization, so I always selfevaluate each game and each day." Apart from a change behind the bench, the goaltending soap opera that dominated Vancouver for two years ended at June's draft when the Canucks, who were unable to move Roberto Luongo's huge contract, dealt Cory Schneider to the New Jersey Devils. That thrust Luongo back into the crease with a team that, for a time, no longer wanted him. "Given what's happened over the last little while it's nice to get a fresh start here and know you're the No. 1 again and just play hockey," Luongo said. After being a perennial Cup favourite in recent years, the Canucks have flown under the radar somewhat in the leadup to the new season. And with the NHL's conference and division realignment, Vancouver could find itself in the unfamiliar position of having to battle for a playoff spot late into the season. "We know inside our locker-room we have a team to go a long way," Canucks forward Daniel Sedin said. "We haven't won yet. We've got to win that's the bottom line and that's what we're here to do." Added Luongo: "We've got a great nucleus. We've been through a lot as a team and I think we grew from that." Vancouver has won five straight division titles, but lost in the first round to the Los Angeles Kings in 2012 after winning the Presidents' Trophy for the second straight year. The Canucks followed that up by getting swept by San Jose in last season's opening round. "If you lose out in the first round of the playoffs you always have something to prove," Canucks captain Henrik Sedin said. "That's no different for us." Tortorella said he won't be using recent failure in Thursday's pre-game speech. "I think there's enough motivation in what we're trying to do as a team, and that's trying to win our first game," he said. "I think there are just way too many things that have gone on around
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this team as far as expectations that we need to just corral ourselves and take just one day at a time." Tortorella has instituted a new system in training camp that emphasizes defence, shot blocking and aggression in all three zones. "It's about being just hard to play against," Henrik Sedin said. "I think we had that a few years back and I think we lost it a little bit of that. We lost that identity of being a tough team and grinding things out. "The expectations were always on us (that) it didn't matter what we did in the regular season. The playoffs mattered. Once we got to the playoffs we didn't have that mindset where everyone knew the way to play." The opening test for the Canucks is a tough one. The Sharks have played Vancouver tough over the years, especially at home. "That is a tough building to play in and we've had some issues down there where games are out of hand before they even start," Henrik Sedin added. "But it's a new year, we play a different system. "It's a fresh start for everyone."
Roberto Luongo, Vancouver Canucks Happy For A Fresh Start

From the top down, the Vancouver Canucks are a team with something to prove. Theres the new coach getting another chance after a tumultuous exit from his last job, the goalie who thought he was on his way out of town and the core group of players with just one postseason victory since making the 2011 Stanley Cup final. The Canucks open the 2013-14 campaign Thursday where their last one ended in Northern California against the San Jose Sharks. Im anxious a good anxious. You want to get going, Canucks coach John Tortorella said after Wednesdays practice at the University of British Columbia. I want to see what the team looks like. I want to see how they react in different situations. Were playing for the real stuff here. Tortorella was hired by Vancouver in June to light a fire under a club that has far too often failed to match its regularseason success in the playoffs. Axed by the New York Rangers after last season and replaced by former Canucks coach Alain Vigneault following clashes with both the media and players, the calmer Tortorella looks at his job with Vancouver as a fresh opportunity. Im always trying to be better as a coach each and every day. I make a lot of mistakes, as the players do, he said. Coaches dont get evaluated too much from their bosses. Usually you get evaluated when they kick you out of the organization, so I always selfevaluate each game and each day. Apart from a change behind the bench, the goaltending soap opera that dominated Vancouver for two years ended at Junes draft when the Canucks, who were unable to move Roberto Luongos huge contract, dealt Cory Schneider to the New Jersey Devils. That thrust Luongo back into the crease with a team that, for a time, no longer wanted him. Given whats happened over the last little while its nice to get a fresh start here and know youre the No. 1 again and just play hockey, Luongo said. After being a perennial Cup favourite in recent years, the Canucks have flown under the radar somewhat in the leadup to the new season. And with the NHLs conference and division realignment, Vancouver could find itself in the unfamiliar position of having to battle for a playoff spot late into the season. We know inside our locker-room we have a team to go a long way, Canucks forward Daniel Sedin said. We havent won yet. Weve got to win thats the bottom line and thats what were here to do. Added Luongo: Weve got a great nucleus. Weve been through a lot as a team and I think we grew from that. Vancouver has won five straight division titles, but lost in the first round to the Los Angeles Kings in 2012 after winning the Presidents Trophy for the second straight year. The Canucks followed that up by getting swept by San Jose in last seasons opening round. If you lose out in the first round of the playoffs you always have something to prove, Canucks captain Henrik Sedin said. Thats no different for us. Tortorella said he wont be using recent failure in Thursdays pre-game speech. I think theres enough motivation in what were trying to do as a team, and thats trying to win our first game, he said. I think there are just way too many things that have gone on around this team as far as expectations that we need to just corral ourselves and take just one day at a time. Tortorella has instituted a new system in training camp that emphasizes defence, shot blocking and aggression in all three zones. Its about being just hard to play against, Henrik Sedin said. I think we had that a few years back and I think we lost it a little bit of that. We lost that identity of being a tough team and grinding things out. The expectations were always on us (that) it didnt matter what we did in the regular season. The playoffs mattered. Once we got to the playoffs we didnt have that mindset where everyone knew the way to play. The opening test for the Canucks is a tough one. The Sharks have played Vancouver tough over the years, especially at home. That is a tough building to play in and weve had some issues down there where games are out of hand before they even start, Henrik Sedin added. But its a new year, we play a different system. Its a fresh start for everyone.
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Fiji Football Association will be honoring the late Farouk Janeman also known as the Cunning Fox in his playing days during the 75th Courts Inter District Championships in at Lautokas Churchill Park next week. The Fiji Football Association is the Fiji Womens football side which mourning the sudden passing away of won their first ever Pacific Games its technical director Farouk Janeman medal in 2007. Bamji. In 2008 he guided the Fiji Under 12 Janeman passed away last Friday side to a 24th place finish in Danone September 27, 2013 and was buried at Cup played in France. the Yalalevu cemetery in Ba. Earlier this year he worked on the Rajesh Patel, the Fiji Football inaugural Girls Secondary schools Association President says the football Under 16 league. family had lost a great son. Janeman was a champion and a legend The legendry Janeman was re- by all means. Our prayers are with his appointed by the Fiji FA board of family and we would look to assist control in 2011to take charge of the them in any way possible. Janeman football development in the country. had a vision to see Fiji play at a FIFA Janeman is irreplaceable, Patel said. World Cup event. He will be forever in He was a legend by all means. As our hearts and we will try our best to a player and later as a coach he has work towards his vision, Patel said. contributed a lot to football. He had OFC General Secretary Tai Nicholas a wealth of knowledge which Fiji said Janeman's loss would be keenly FA wanted to utilise for the further felt throughout the region. development of football in the country "Our thoughts are with Farouk's family but it is sad to learn that he is no longer and with everybody connected with with us, he said. football in Fiji. Janeman featured for the Ba side in "Farouk served Fijian football with 1970s as a young 17-year old and went distinction throughout a long and on to represent the Fiji senior national illustrious career as a coach of ageside 11 years. group national teams and clubs and Some of the achievements in his most latterly as Fiji FA Technical colourful career included winning the Director," Nicholas said. IDC title on nine occasions. Janeman was in Auckland, New Suvas 2012 Fiji FACT hero Shivam boys. Therefore, they just need to be He spearheaded Bas successful Zealand, just two weeks ago for the Nathan believes the Whites can defend patient and play all their matches with campaign at the 1976 Inter District FIFA/OFC Development Seminar and Inter District Championship title a lot of confidence and seriousness." Championship. Scoring the lone goal was excited to be part of the group successfully in Lautoka next week and Apart from Nathan, Suva will also miss for Ba against Suva to win the 1977 furthering Fiji's football interests and under his guidance the team should not eight other players from its winning squad. IDC. those of the wider Oceania Football find it hard to retain its title. Sanni Issa has been deported back A year later scored the decisive goal as Confederation community. Although Suva has new players to Nigeria while Joseph Mishra and Ba defeated Labasa in the 1978 IDC. OFC President David Chung also paid this season, the current squad has the Simione Maikali have switched districts. Following his retirement he took up tribute to Janeman and said his passing experience and capability to retain the Samuela Kautoga has moved to coaching and also coached his home was a tragic loss for Fiji and Oceania. IDC title and coach Gurjit will surely Vanuatu to concentrate on club district Ba in 2010. "Farouk Janeman has been a permanent design an effective game plan for them." football, Sedrick Dutt is tied up with He was appointed as a development fixture in the Fiji FA and Fijian football The injured midfielder who has not work commitments. officer by Fiji Football Association for a long time and it will be difficult played a single match this season Solomon Islanders Ralph Sherwin and Luke and worked with various age group for many to comprehend his passing. says all teams will be out to down the Haaterea are no longer with the side while and grassroots programmes during his "More importantly we must remember champs but patience and commitment Samuela Vula is serving a 5-year suspension. 14 year service to the national football Farouk's family who are coming to should help the Capital City side. Suva is grouped with Nadroga, Nadi body. terms with their own loss. Farouk will "All teams will be out to end our reign and Navua in Pool 1 and plays Nadroga The 60-year old created history with be sorely missed," Chung said. so there will be a lot of pressure on the at 2.15pm next Thursday.
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