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breathe fresh air tourist robber
The decommissioning of a sewer pump The decommissioning work was carried AN employee of one of the country’s the tourism industry.
station near Suva’s Colonial War out at a cost of $70,000 and began in leading tourist transport firms was He also took into account the fact that
Memorial Hospital has brought relief November last year and was completed in sentenced to 12 months imprisonment for Chandra had previous convictions of
to patients and staff at the hospital and December. stealing $1,277 from English tourists he similar nature.
residents around the area. It also included the diverting of existing was chauffeuring to the Outrigger on the Chandra was transporting the English
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wing was prone to blockages caused by gravitate downwards to the Robertson pleaded guilty but asked the Sigatoka tourists noticed a handbag partially opened
the dumping of clothes, lint and other Road sewer pumping station. magistrate Chaitanya Lakshman for and the money missing.
materials into the hospitals toilets. The project is expected to reduce the leniency, saying he had a wife and children Chandra was taken to Korotogo Police
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overhead bin
A flight attendant has lost his job after he
reportedly put a toddler in an overhead bin.
overhead bin and shut the door.
The mother says the boy was only there for Labasa gets new laboratory
It happened during a game of peek-a-boo on
a flight from Fiji to Sydney, Australia.
about ten seconds, but he’s now suffering
from anxiety. to improve services
The child’s mother says her then-husband The flight attendant with airline Virgin Blue PEOPLE of Labasa will now be able “It was always my dream to open up a
was playing the game when a male flight has been fired and the mother got free travel to benefit from the services of a private private testing practice and provide my
attendant lifted the boy into the plane’s vouchers for future trips. medical laboratory. services for everyone in the North,” he
Van Med laboratory was officially opened said.
by Health Minister Dr Neil Sharma last “My services are always available to
week. anyone depending on what a person can
Vodafone gifts $29,500 The laboratory will be able to conduct tests
for non-communicable and communicable
spend.”
Van Med Labs is working on a pro-health
THE Vodafone ATH Fiji Foundation has “We have assisted 25 schools and they were diseases. approach to help uplift the services provided
given $29,500 to 11 schools in Labasa for grateful for our assistance as it has helped Managing director Arvin Chandra said the to the people of the North. Mr Chandra
the Duke of Edinburg Awards Program. them further their school projects,” Mr sole reason for opening the lab was to help said the laboratory would be staffed by a
The funds are to be used for building students Prasad said. the people of the North. good team of general practitioners.
capacity through community volunteerism, He said the funds were spent on school
income generation, team-building and projects such as entrepreneurial income
leadership development programmes. generations, construction of walkways,
Vodafone director co-corporate and business greenhouses and farming.
markets, Ronald Prasad said the foundation Some schools that have received assistance
supported projects initiated by schools last are Dreketi High, Valebasoga Secondary
year. and Waiqele Secondary.
local artists
“I have been weaving baskets for 25 years
and I’m willing to teach women the art,”
compared to last year’s. Mrs. Marama said.
There are eight awards up for grabs which “There is a market for our handicraft and
are evenly split between the country’s top if you have talent then you should come
Hindi and Fijian artists. forward especially to weave.”
There is also a special recognition award She said the workshop had been a great
as well as a critic award for each category. Litia Batinikula completes her first woven inspiration for the women to come together
The winners of each critic award will be basket at a special weaving class held at the and celebrate International Women’s Day
determined by the public through a texting Fiji Museum. at the museum.
Musicians, from left, Tevita Akafa, Adriu
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Music director Zeenat Akief with some of the Procera director Mohammed Akief
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14 women’s centers to be 50 percent sign up for bank
built in Fiji account
The Fiji government has endorsed the under various government scholarship WHILE only about 11,000 or 50 per cent gather those that had the potential to
construction of women centers in the 14 schemes. of those receiving social welfare benefits catalyze the development of financial
provinces and semi-urban settlements “I urge all women to make use of the do not have access to a mobile phone or are inclusion in Fiji. The topic of the exchange
in Fiji says Prime Minister Commodore educational, vocational, training and active technology users, most were willing was access to savings.
Voreqe Bainimarama. income generating programs facilitated to set up bank accounts, a survey found. RBF official Vereimi Levula said from
Speaking at the International Women’s by Government,” he said. Pacific Financial Inclusion Program (PFIP) March 21 to 25, there would be an expo
Day celebration in Bua, Commodore “I also encourage all Fijians to advance adviser Tillman Bruett said a key ingredient covering the maritime zone Savusavu,
Bainimarama said these women’s the rights of women, join hands and take was the financial literacy working group Taveuni, Koro, Gau and Ovalau.
centers will be the hub to establish the advantage of this period of reform to shape that did a baseline study nationwide in “This is the essence of getting out to the
infrastructure for empowerment of women a better future for the women of Fiji. terms of the financial competencies in community and getting them to understand
through the enhancement of leadership He went further to say that it is with this households. what financial literacy is about, savings
and program management skills. vision to strengthen the collaborative “That will provide us a lot of information and just trying to get economic activities
Bainimarama said the increased approach to socio-economic development as to how we can design products and on the ground,” he said.
representation of women in all Boards and that Cabinet in 2009 approved the provide messages about the products to “On those days, there will be banks and
Committees is progressing. establishment of the Fiji Women’s attract clientele that might otherwise be stakeholders coming along just to reach out
“Since 2008, for example more than Federation to co-ordinate the programmes uncomfortable approaching the financial to people and open bank accounts if they
300 women, mostly in rural areas, have and the activities of interested women sector,” he said. don’t have one.
become members of Hospital boards,” he NGOs to achieve gender equality and PFIP, in partnership with the Reserve “There will be a continuous promotion in
said. empowerment of women. Bank, held an information exchange on trying to get the people aware of the need
According to PM Bainimarama, currently “The Federation will also bridge the gap micro-savings. to set up in terms of micro-finance. We
almost 1,000 female students are enrolled between the Department for Women and According to PFIP, the concept of the would like to call on people to come to the
in tertiary institutions around the country NGOs,” he added. informal information exchange was to venues.”
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11-Year-Old “Delighted”
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hairiest girl.
The 11-year-old, from Thailand,
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medals. D.1867. 6. If you have a slight belly then you should
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to Canadians? Canada’s national anthem? area, as it will pull in your stomach and make
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A.Victoria Medal A.O Canada! We stand on guard for thee.
your kameez a little longer in length. This your side, it reduces the look of the pounch.
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Canada, We stand on guard for thee.
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A.Carole James C.1872.
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D.Gordon Campbell Canadian Citizenship
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You will be in mood to keep aside all which will yield better profits than usual. are in good health and mood to remember you in times of your emotional low. This
work, cares and worries, and just abandon Your rivals will be surprised and will look old times and the youngsters will listen to is in no way a gesture of repaying for the
yourself to the spirit of gaiety and joyful at you with respect. Your reputation will them with awe and respect. You will now support you received, which in any case
festivities. You have earned yourself a well bring in offers of partnership, which you have to be prepared for a festive occasion, was invaluable, but means to show your
deserving holiday, or a reprieve from a may accept only after you scrutinize the which will require a fair amount of money gratitude. You will have a very happy and
hard tiring work schedule, which has given proposals in detail. Some participation in a and advance preparations. joyful celebration ahead.
you satisfactory results as far as your job or social or community function is indicated Sagittarius (Nov 22 - Dec 21) Aquarius (Jan 20 - Feb 18)
financial position, is concerned. You will which will bring out the unknown side of Financial growth and prosperity is assured After having worked hard and also taking
make the most of the holidays or vacations your personality and you will gain high to you during this week. The employed will care of your domestic responsibilities, you
that you will take during this period and praise and respect for it. You may also learn about their forthcoming promotion will now get into mood to take time off
spend all your time in the company of your make some useful contacts, which can and elevation to position of eminence. to just celebrate your success. Financial
family, loved ones and friends. be helpful in expanding your business Your seniors holding a small get-together stability and a secured career can make it
Taurus (Apr 20 - May 20) activities. Household affairs will be smooth will celebrate this news at office. Now easier for you to indulge in joyful merry-
You will be in festive mood and looking and the expected problems do not surface is the time for joyful celebrations. You making with family and friends. You will
forward to joyful celebrations in the at all. Some visitors can be expected who will set aside all work-related cares and be sought by most of your acquaintances
company of family and friends. Having will make for an enjoyable and thrilling anxieties and indulge whole-heartedly in because of your positive and jovial outlook
achieved stability in your job and business get-together. the festivities coming up during this week. on life and living. And you are not going
it is quite natural now to enjoy the fruits Virgo (Aug 23 - Sep 22) And you have deserved this merriment to refuse anyone that wish to join in to
of success. Make no fresh financial You will be looking forward to forthcoming having put in lot of hard work and struggle participate. Of course your mate or beloved
commitments now and just attend to routine festivals and holidays for which you may to attain a stable position and financial being highly possessive would love to have
work. You may have to put in some extra have made some exciting plans. Having security. Your family will support you in you exclusively for some evenings but
effort to complete a certain assignment that achieved stability in your work and career, every activity and your mate or beloved you will manage to sneak such moments
got held up due to technical reasons. Now and with comfortable financial situation, will be rather proud of you. Friends and of togetherness despite being regularly in
with all the necessary clearance you will you will leave all your cares and worries admirers will seek you out and you will large gatherings.
complete this particular assignment and behind and get into the mood to celebrate. graciously accept most invitations. Have a Pisces (Feb 19 - Mar 20)
retrieve the money blocked in this venture. A happy and cheerful atmosphere at home, great time. You will be very excited about your
The married will patch up their differences combined with certain auspicious event Capricorn (Dec 22 - Jan 19) forthcoming trip that you have planned in
and have a great time during the upcoming coming up in the family, keep you in You will conclude most assignments early the company of your family and beloved.
festivities. Youngsters can look forward to high spirit. Love and romance is strongly this week in order to avail of brief respite Your work and financial position is rather
exciting times with a little bit of fun and into focus and you will make it a point to from a rather hectic schedule. You will comfortable and you will not spare any
romance. include your mate or beloved in each and make exciting plans for the forthcoming money in making your travel and holidays
Gemini (May 21 - Jun 20) every activity that you will participate in. holidays and include your family and memorable for times to come. Youngsters,
The week is replete with joyful Have a great time. friends for joyful celebrations at your who have been in love for some time now
celebrations. You will be able to conclude Libra (Sep 23 - Oct 22) home. The married and those in love and are eligible, will make plans for getting
most of your pending assignments and The week begins on a positive note with you will share delightful moments that they married. Their family will be very pleased
will now make plans for holidays in the receiving news of concluding a favorable will long cherish. You are in no mood to at their decision and give their blessings.
company of family and friends. Financially contract. This new venture assures a steady economize on spending on yourself or Everyone in the family will be happy at
you will feel quite secure and put in some income and without much hard work on in buying expensive gifts for loved ones. the eventful that you have had and you
money in savings. This is not the right time your part. This piece of news will make Today you feel that you are in position can now dreams for even more well future
to make long term financial commitments, you happy and you will plan a joyful to give presents, especially to those that ahead.
for there will be indications of changes in celebration in the family. You will be busy
governmental policies in the near future.
The employed will have a busy period
making arrangements for outstation guests
you have invited for a get-together you
Baked Salmon Stuffed with Spinach
ahead, and they may have to put in extra have organized at your home. Youngsters, and Cream Cheese
hours in completing their current task. who have been romantically involved with
Family life is quite happy. The married will someone for over a long period, will now tbsp of water.
resolve their differences that they are able introduce their friend to their family. This Cook 1-2 minutes just to wilt the
to do with the mediation from a parent or is ostensibly to seek the permission of spinach.
an elder in the family. Youngsters planning elders for their marriage in future. Your Rinse with cold water and squeeze dry.
to travel overseas for study or training family will be rather happy at your choice Combine spinach with cream cheese and
programme will be leaving this week. of partner and also the decision that you nutmeg.
Cancer (Jun 21 - Jul 22) wish to settle down. Season with salt and pepper.
You will conclude the year on a very Scorpio (Oct 23 - Nov 21) •Salmon:
positive and profitable note. The next few In business your relationship with your Cut a ½-inch deep slit in the middle of
days you will be busy at home organizing partner is on the verge of a break down each salmon fillet, with skin side down.
family get-together and re-arranging a and sincere efforts will be required by both From the bottom of the slit, cut the
few things for a larger social function of you to save it in the interest of hitherto Ingredients: fillet horizontally about 1-inch in both
towards the weekend. Your personal life flourishing business. Your seniors seem to 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped directions to form a pocket for the
is very much on an upward swing and be particularly relying on you for certain ¼ cup cream cheese, room temperature stuffing.
your mate or beloved will plan some types of assignments for which you have Pinch of nutmeg Fill with the cream cheese mixture.
exotic programme for your much-earned developed some expertise. This may not salt and pepper Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.
indulgence. You will look back at the year find favour with your colleagues but they 2 8 oz. 1” thick salmon fillets with skin on Brush a baking sheet with olive oil.
gone by with gratification despite a few also know that you are able capable and olive oil Sprinkle salmon with salt and pepper.
knocks that you may have received around devoted. Unexpected but pleasant news ¾ cup fresh breadcrumbs Combine breadcrumbs, butter and
the middle of this year. Seniors will plan from a distant place is indicated. With a 4 tbsp. melted butter Parmesan cheese.
to set out on a pilgrimage in the company steady romance, secure job and a healthy ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese Top each fillet with the crumbs, covering
of their family, which will be spiritually a bank balance, you are feeling comfortable Directions: each top and pressing to adhere.
very enlightening experience. and happy. You may think of some treat •Filling: Place salmon on baking sheet.
Leo (Jul 23 - Aug 22) with your loved one. Family atmosphere Put spinach in a small saucepan with 1 Bake 12 minutes or until fish is cooked.
Business activities will thrive. You are at is free of tension and everybody is willing
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Feds spend $880K on tornado Laureen and Stephen Harper
alarm for schools
The feds have spent nearly $900,000 on “It’s a useless expense that should have
to attend royal wedding Less than a week ago, officials said the
weather alert radios for schools across gone to researchers studying weather in a prime minister’s attendance at the wedding
Canada, a move that has left teachers and warming climate,” said Bigras. was up in the air, with a looming election a
the environment minister — scratching He wondered why a government wrestling “plausible concern.”
their heads. with a $56-billion deficit would drop public Gov. Gen. David Johnston and his wife,
An unknown number of schools received funds on such a device. Sharon, are also on the guest list and
$50 desktop tornado early warning systems New Environment Minister Peter Kent was confirmed their attendance last week.
that were purchased with money from blindsided by Bigras’s query. “Canada is one of 16 realm countries in
Environment Canada’s fund for new search “I want to investigate. This is new to me,” the Commonwealth and I am delighted
and rescue initiatives. The radio alerts Kent later told reporters. that Laureen and I will be able to attend
schools to hazardous weather conditions “I made a commitment that I will take a this very historic and happy moment,” Mr.
and other emergencies and comes equipped look at this specific device, how it’s been Stephen and Laureen Harper will attend Harper said in a statement Wednesday.
with a snooze-enabled alarm clock. applied and how it will be used.” the wedding of the year after all; with “We are honored to represent Canada in
Bloc Quebecois MP Bernard Bigras, who According to an Environment Canada the prime minister’s office announcing order to personally convey the best wishes
raised the issue at a Commons committee website, the feds set aside $881,400 to Wednesday that the couple has “graciously of all Canadians to the happy couple
Tuesday, said at least two Montreal-area equip schools with the radio receiver. accepted” the invitation to Prince William exactly three months before they undertake
schools received the radios. “This will allow schools, Scouts and Girl and Kate Middleton’s wedding. a royal tour of Canada — their first outside
He said school principals contacted him Guide leaders to monitor the broadcast for The confirmation comes amid widespread the United Kingdom as newlyweds.”
because they were puzzled about why weather information including warnings,” speculation that the minority federal Prince William and Middleton will tour
they’d been sent the device. the site says. government could fall later this month, Canada from June 30 to July 8, visiting
meaning Canada would be in the thick of a Alberta, the Northwest Territories, Prince
fuel surcharge on
domestic flights Loonie hits 3-year high
The crisis in Middle East is dipping further it’s difficult to commit to any particular The Canadian dollar hit its highest barrel in electronic trading.
into the pockets of travelling Canadians. direction going forward because oil prices level since November 2007 on Traders in this market are now
Air Canada has introduced fuel surcharges are so volatile. Wednesday, driven by rising oil concerned that unrest in Libya and
on domestic flights to shield itself from A Porter Airlines spokesman said the prices and concerns about spreading other countries could spread to
soaring oil prices. regional carrier is “evaluating the market Middle East conflict. Saudi Arabia, the world’s biggest oil
The airline tacked on an extra $10 each in terms of fuel prices and competitive The loonie rose 0.41 cents US, producer.
way for an economy class seat on flights pricing” but has not introduced a specific hitting $1.0335 on world markets in Bank of America Merrill Lynch
between Canada and the U.S. as of fuel surcharge as of Tuesday. mid-morning trading. raised its 2011 oil price forecast to
Tuesday. Flyers in the executive cabin Canadian airlines are following their U.S. Surging oil prices have boosted the $101 US from $87 US and expects
will pay an extra $15 each way. counterparts. Prices at United Airlines, global opinion of Canada’s economic Brent crude to average $122 US in
“Like all airlines, Air Canada is sensitive Continental and U.S. Airways went up by strength. Crude prices have jumped the second quarter.
to the price of oil,” said Air Canada $10 a round trip this week, while Delta approximately 20 per cent since But, earlier in the week, a report from
spokesman Peter Fitzpatrick, adding fuel upped its fares by between $10 and $14. Feb. 18 in response to civil unrest investment house Brown Brothers
is the company’s single largest expense. One expert told QMI Agency last week in a number of Arab countries. As a Harriman said the common wisdom
The airline spent $2.65 billion on fuel last airfares may be set for a record-breaking result, the Canuck buck has gained might overestimate Canada’s link to
year. series of increases this year as oil prices two cents versus the American oil prices.
“Each time the price of a barrel of oil goes surge. greenback. The New York firm noted that crude
up $1 US, that costs us $25 million over All three of Canada’s biggest carriers Many foreign currency buyers linked oil prices have risen about 25 per
the course of a year,” he said. introduced fuel surcharges following the Canadian economic fortunes to rising cent since February. By contrast,
Air Canada’s biggest rival, WestJet, has oil price spike of 2008 when West Texas petroleum prices. the Canadian dollar has only moved
not introduced a fuel surcharge as of yet, Intermediate crude hit $110 but removed On Wednesday, crude prices were up two per cent, an indication of a
choosing instead to work the added costs them once prices came down. WTI stable as the April contract on the weak — not a strong — relationship
into their baseline fares. WestJet has raised hovered around $105 Tuesday. New York Mercantile Exchange between oil prices and the country’s
prices by between $5 and $10 three times Air Canada already has fuel surcharges dipped five cents to $104.97 US a economy, BBH said.
this year. A company spokesman said for international flights.
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session. It is sung, as a part of the puja Kandarp aganit amit chhavi, Mam hridai kanj nivas kar,
ceremony, on almost all Hindu ceremonies Navvnil jiraj sundaram, Kamadi khal dal bhanjanam.
and occasions. While communal aarti is Pat pit manahun tadit ruchi, Manujahi racheu milahi so bar sahaj
performed in the mandir; devotees also Suchi naumi Janakasutavaram. sundarsanvaro,
Ram Aarti perform it individually, in their home.
Hinduism has a long tradition of aarti
Bhuj din bandu dinesh danav,
Dusht dalan nikandanam,
Karuna nidhan sujan silu sanehu janat
ravaro.
Aarti refer to the song sung in praise of songs and there are different aartis for Raghunand anand kand Kaushal, Ehi bhanti Gauri asis suni,
the deity. Aarti is performed and sung to different Hindu Gods. In this article we Chandra Dashrath nandanam. Siya sahit hiya harshin ali,
develop the highest love for God. “Aa” have listed the aarti of Lord Rama. Sir krit kundaltilak charu, TuIsi bhavanihin puji-puni mudit man
means “towards or to”, and “rati” means Ram Aarti Udar ang vibhushanam, mandir chali.
“right or virtue” in Sanskrit language. Shri Ramachandra kripalu bhaju man, Ajanubhuj san-chap dhar, Jani Gauri anukal,
In the other words, it is a song praising Haran bhav bhai darunam. Sangramajit kharadushanam. Siya hiya harshu na jai kahi,
the virtues of the deity. Aarti is generally Nav kanj lochan, kanj mukh, Iti badit Tulasidas Shankar, Manjul mangal mul,
performed at the end of a puja or bhajan Kar kanj pad kanjarunam Shesh muni man ranjanam, Bam ang pharkan lage.
Rag rang kahun kirtan thani hain Mahavrti Shankar-gun gavat. Ramahi japat mitat bhav shula
Mamta tyagi ek ras janihain. Ram nam lahi Brahma apara Ram mantra yah mangal mula.
Ram kripa tinhin par hvai hain Mahikar bhar shesh shir dhara. Ram nam japi jo na sudhara
Man vanchhit phal abhimal paihain. Rakhi Ram hiya Shambhu sujana Man pishach so nipat ganvara.
Rakshas daman kiyo jo chhan men Maha ghor vish kinhyo pana. Ram ki mahima kahan lag gaun
Maha banhu bani vicharyo van men. Ramahi mahi-lakhi lekh Maheshu Mati malin man par na paun.
Ravanadi hati gati, dai dinhyo Maha pujya kari diyo Ganeshu. Ramavaii as likhi chalisa
Mahi Ravanahin Siya vadh kinhyo. Ram ramit ras ghatit bhakti ghat Mati anusar dhyan Gaurisa.
Ram ban sut sursari dhara Man ke bhajatahin khulat prem pat Ramahi sundar rachi ras paga Math
Maha patkihun gati dai dara. Rajit Ram jinahin ur antar Durvasa nikat Prayaga.
... CONTINUED FROM LAST WEEK Ram ramit jag amit ananta Mahavir sam bhakta nirantar. Ram bhakt yahin jo nit dhyavahin
Ramhin nam ant sukh daihain Mahima kahi na sakahin shruti santa. Ramahi linha ek sahara Man vanchhit phal nischai pavahin.
Man gadhant gap kam na aihain. Ram nam joi det bhulai Maha sindhu Kapi kinha para Doha
Ram kahani Ramahin sunihain Maha nisha soi let bulai. Ram nam rasna ras shobha Ram nam nit bhajahu man. ratihun din chitlai.
Mahima Ram tabai man gunhain. Ram bina ur hot andhera Mardan kam krodh mad lobha. Mamta matsar malinata. manastap miti jai.
Ramhi mahan jo nit chit rakhihain Man sohi dukh sahat ghanera. Ram charit bhaji bhayo sugyata Ram ka tithi budh Rohiini, Ramavali kiyabhas.
Madhukar saris madhur ras chakhihain. Ramahi adi anadi kahavat Mahadeva mukti ke data. Man sahastra bhuj drug samat, magsar Sundardas.
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Treble champs
celebrate
Hundreds turned out to celebrate cultural giant Brahm told the gathering.
Gyan soccer clubs player’s appreciation night in He said the team deserves a congratulatory pat on the
Vancouver last weekend. back for a job well done.
Among the hordes were players, officials and fans. “This night is dedicated to all great players, their
The treble champions landed home the cultural hardware families and the fans. Without you all we wouldn’t
for 3 consecutive years in all 3 major tournaments. have gathered here tonight, that is to celebrate the
Coach Raj Lal was brimming with excitement as his accomplishments.
players received the awards. Lal said he owes the Brahm Gyan organization a
“We had won all the tournaments last year. We will gratitude for giving him an opportunity to be their head Brahm Gyan players and officals with a collage of trophies they won
continue with our fine run come new season,” coach Lal coach. in 2010
Canadian snowball
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A snowball war is raging in Edmonton this made to a uniform size, and novices have been
weekend as more than 100 teams compete in surprised at how hard they are.
Canada’s first Yukigassen championship. Organizer Dave Hennessey says the snow in
Yukigassen is Japanese for snow battle, and Western Canada is very cold and very dry, so
Japan is where the format for the snowball the snow has to be warmed and a small amount
fights originates. of moisture is added to make the snowballs hold
One of the teams taking part qualified at a together.
Yukigassen tournament in Saskatoon in January, Many of the balls this weekend are so solid that
but most competitors are new to the sport. you can stand on them and they don’t break, so
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Amitabh Bachchan shoots Distance) who reteams with cancer
survivor Christina Applegate (The
for next AB Corp film Rocker) and Jenna Fischer (Blades of
Glory). Like so many relationships
‘Bbuddah - Hoga terra baap!’ things begin to go downhill for both
couples, despite the trappings of
earlier titled just “Buddha”. So, home life (i.e. children).
the film has a special tagline now. When both women notice their guy’s
“Just making sure it does not “eyeing” other ladies they decide to
mingle with Gautam Buddha, the cut them some slack. One solution to
saint... Will have more details on the doldrums of everyday married life
it once I join them… but a few is to take a break. Rather than allow
thoughts in prayer and wish for the the men to step out clandestinely the
film would be most appreciated,” wives decide a better policy is to
Big B posted. give their better halves a week off
Megastar Amitabh Bachchan
The funky title is already grabbing from marriage. That’s the whole
started the shoot for his next
eyeballs. premise of the movie and thanks to
home production, which has
“‘Bbuddah - Hoga Tera Baap!’! clever writing, wacky situations and
been finally titled “Bbuddah
How cool is that title! 1st day of Hall Pass (PG) * * * * likeable adults the set-up works like
- Hoga Terra Baap”, being a charm.
AB Corps new film... BBUDDAH
helmed by southern director - hoga Tera baap!!! Starring Play Time!
Puri Jagannath. THE MAN @SrBachchan. He’s
“It’s official now. The title of the back and he’s angry!!!,” posted By ROBERT WALLDMAN
next AB Corp production will be Abhishek Bachchan.
spelt “BBUDDAH”, with the tag Shekhar Ravijani of music Boys will be boys. Extra curricular
line…’hoga terra baap!’ (sic),” composer duo Vishal-Shekhar fun is on the agenda in Hall Pass, a
Amitabh posted on his blog www. tweeted: “One of the coolest titles riotous romp from Warner Brothers
bigb.bigadda.com. ever. Bbuddah- hoga Tera baap Films now carving out a nice niche
The actor was busy shooting for starring @SrBachchan.” at Empire Studio 12, Colossus,
Prakash Jha’s “Aarakshan” in AB Corp’s last Hindi outing was International Village, Colossus and Temptation is everywhere and its
Bhopal before he came to Mumbai “Paa”, which won many awards Silver City Cites around B.C. great fun seeing these two buffoons
for the first day shoot of his new and critical acclaim for its unique Ticket buyers knows immediately trying to “score” with the chicks.
film. theme and the performances by what they’re in store for when Whether their consciences ever come
At one point, it was believed the Big B as a progeria patient, Viday Bobby and Peter Farrelly take to the into play in their decision making
subject of the film was Buddhist Balan as his mother and Abhishek screen. Joint directors exraordinaire, process is deftly handled by the
saint Gautam Buddha, as it was as his politician father. this pair has been responsible for Farrelly boys who know how to pull
some of the most brilliant comedies back and let the actors and audiences
in decades. Out to prove that their grapple with what’s unfolding. Full
is not cheap
The ‘best before’ dates are more about could start to multiply after this date.
quality than safety, except for eggs. So And remember, the ‘best before’ date
when the date runs out it doesn’t mean will only be accurate if the food is stored
A friend of mine, Anita, who’s into Yes, we’ve heard time and again that the food will be harmful, but it might according to the instructions on the label,
training at the gym daily and eating - reminders from nutritionists and begin to lose its flavour and texture. such as ‘store in a cool dry place’ or ‘keep
healthy can’t seem to get over the health experts, that we need to “eat About a third of the food we buy ends in the fridge once opened’.
price of fruits and vegetables these lots of fruits” to be healthy. up being thrown away and most of this So, if you want to enjoy the food at its
days. These days when we go out shopping could have been eaten. So think carefully best, use it by its ‘best before’ date and
Forget about fat-free products, low , we start to worry about the costs of before throwing away food that is past its make sure you follow any instructions.
calorie cooking oil, wholegrain fruits and vegetables. ‘best before’ date. EAT WELL!! BE WELL!!
bread and pasta and the like - that’s Children also need a range of fruits
another “expensive” story! and vegetables to be healthy, yet
I just want to say one thing - to eat
healthy in this country is so damn
many parents deliberately leave them
out of their shopping list and opt to
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expensive,” she says.
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