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and this title win is also for them. My elder sister Michelle who now resides in Australia won the Miss Sugar crown in 1994 and since then I had a dream to follow in her footsteps as well and when the opportunity came about and when a wonderful sponsor like FBC gave me the chance, there was no stopping for me. The 23-year-old University of the South Pacific Human Resources and Psychology student who aims to become a very successful human resources manager in the near future said she wanted to use the Hibiscus platform to raise more awareness on animal protection and eliminate animal cruelty from our society. Animals are my world and when I entered this pageant, I wanted to raise as much awareness possible. I work closely with SPCA as a volunteer and love animals so much. As responsible citizens, we should not only be respectful and caring to humans, but should show equal care and love to animals as well. I will continue to advocate on this issue along with all the other major issues affecting our country and the South Pacific. Climate change of course is one of the paramount one and I will try my best to raise as much awareness possible. Priscillas mother, Vijay Latchmi was the proudest person in the Hibiscus tent and said her daughter has made her and all her family members proud. Although I faced a lot of difficult times to raise my daughters, I always provided the best for them and today my daughter has repaid my faith by doing all of us very proud. We missed her so much as she had to stay away from home to concentrate on the pageant and I always made an effort to go and see her in the hotel and keep her encouraged and focused. Priscillas second eldest sister, Sharon Shalini said she was always confident about her sisters chances as she is a very intelligent, outspoken and well presented young woman. We are so thankful to FBC for giving her this chance. She is the baby of the family and I just cannot describe how happy I am feeling right now to see her win the biggest pageant show in the country, she said. Priscilla was born and brought up in Rifle Range, Lautoka. She attended Lautoka Chinese Primary School and later St Anne's Primary School in Suva. She completed her secondary school education at Mahatma Gandhi Memorial School and currently resides in Bayview Heights with her mum and sister. Reddy will represent Fiji in the Miss South Pacific Pageant later this year. Meanwhile, the Miss Hibiscus 2013 first runner up title went to Miss MHCC Temalesi Waqa, Miss SYNOPAC Natasha Verma was announced second runner up, Miss FRINCOS HIRE Vilimaina Waqanokonoko is third runner up with Miss APCO Ana Paula as fourth runner up. The Hibiscus King title went to Mr Aynam Security Gregory Ravoi.
The countrys biggest brewery operator Paradise Beverages (Fiji) Limited is buying the Vonu beer brands from Vonu Holdings Limited. Vonu is produced from a micro brewery near Nadi Airport. Walu Bay-based Paradise Beverages and Vonu Holdings Limited have negotiated the sale and purchase of the Vonu Brands throughout the world, including in Fiji for NZD $5 million (approximately FJ$7.4 million) Paradise Beverages will purchase certain intellectual property assets of VHL which includes all of the goodwill and intellectual property rights in and associated with the trademarks and any other beer brands (whether registered or unregistered) owned by Vonu Holdings, including all rights to the well-known Vonu beer brand. Paradise Beverages and Vonu Holdings
Paradise Beverages To Buy Vonu At $7.4M
AUSTRALIA stands ready to support Fiji in making steps towards a return to democracy, Foreign Minister Bob Carr says. Senator Carr says the Fiji government "We've provided $2.65 million to support released its draft constitution and that's development of Fiji's electoral processes an important step forward for that and will continue consultations with nation's commitment to hold elections other donors and the Fiji authorities to by September 2014. identify further needs." "Australia stands ready to support Fiji's interim Attorney-General Aiyaz Fiji in making credible steps towards Sayed-Khaiyum released Fiji's new a return to democracy," Senator Carr Constitution last week. It is expected to be said in a statement. formally promulgated on September 6.
Fiji Constitution An Important Step: Australia
POLICE are investigating the death of an Indonesian fisherman who died while being locked up on board a ship. The crew member of the FV Chokyu Maru No. 78 was held in the ship's isolated shower room when he was found dead while entering Fiji waters from Tahiti on Monday. Police spokeswoman Ana Naisoro said the shower room the 33-year-old fisherman died in was guarded by two crew members. She said reports stated the deceased allegedly acted violently and threatened other fishermen during their fishing expedition. "The body is now at the Suva Private Hospital morgue with the post-mortem examination being conducted," she said. Indonesian ambassador to Fiji Aidil Chandra Salim said he was aware of the death. "We are waiting for results from the hospital," Mr Salim said.
Man Dies In Ship Lock-Up
have agreed all terms and conditions are now in the process of finalsing the sale and purchase agreement and have received the approval of the Fiji Commerce Commission for the transaction. The board of directors of Paradise Beverages have met and resolved to enter into the sale and purchase agreement. Vonu Holdings approached Paradise Beverages to purchase the Vonu Brands as Vonu Holdings considers that the transaction will be beneficial to the future development and growth of the Vonu Brands in Fiji and export markets. Paradise Beverages intends to materially increase the volume of the Vonu Brands in Fiji and export markets. Paradise Beverages and Vonu Holdings expect to complete the transaction shortly.
RB Patel Group Limited is pleased to announce it has dispatched all payments for the Final Interim Dividend of 10 cents per share declared on the 30th of July 2013 that was paid on 27th August 2013. This will bring the total dividends paid for the year to 14 cents per share. This will be the sixth consecutive year the company has maintained its dividend at 14 cents per share. The company has also released for its Annual Report for 2013 and
RB Patel Revenue Sales Up By Seven Per Cent
shareholders will receive these with the dividend payment. The companys sales revenue (sales) increased to $100,258,179 from $93,678,495, last year, an increase of seven per cent. Gross margin at $19,395,414 is up from $17,077,739 for last year, an increase of 13.6 per cent. Net before tax for the current year is $6,364,222 compared to last years result of $5,671,175, an increase of 12.2 per cent.
Westpac Fiji will commence refurbishment works on the ground floor of its flagship outlet, Suva Branch on the corner of Thomson and Central Street in Suva. Westpac Fiji General Manager, Adrian Hughes said, the project follows the renovation of the buildings upper floors in 2010. He continued to honour the banks long history in Fiji dating back to 1901 reflected in the banks Banking for generations tagline. Westpac is committed to the development of Fiji and the full renovation of this national heritage building is an indication of our passion and drive for continuing our long standing presence in this great country, Mr Hughes said. Our renovations will see the inclusion
Westpac To Refurbish Flagship Branch
He said he was not aware as to what transpired on board the ship and how the fisherman died but they were putting information together. Attempts by embassy officials to talk to the Indonesian crew on board had failed. Mr Salim said they had been informed by other fishermen who learned about the incident that the FV Chokyu Maru No. 78 had been at sea for long. "There was no conflict but a restless attitude from the fisherman who died. I don't know whether he had a fight or what happened inside the boat," Mr Salim said. He said he had contacted the concerned Indonesian ministry requesting it to contact the next of kin of the deceased. Xhong Fei Shipping Agencies, which is responsible for the fishing vessel, refused to comment on the matter. Company director Sally Lin refused to comment and referred all questions to police. Investigation is continuing.
of an open plan office design with enhanced fixtures to facilitate a more convenience and modern environment for our valued customers and team members. Were also installing a ramp for wheel-chair access he added. This transformation will complete by March 2014 and in the meantime it will be business as usual at the Suva branch during the renovations. While we have ensured that there will be minimal impact on our customers, we want to also remind customers that they can also have their banking needs convenient met at the ATMs on Thomson Street or via internet banking during our renovations Mr Hughes said. Westpac has twenty branches and 47 ATMs in all major towns and cities around Fiji and 60 in-store Banking outlets in rural areas.
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InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa and Namale Resort & Spa have partnered to create a luxurious honeymoon package. This was done in the pursuit to provide loved-up couples with an unrivalled destination honeymoon experience. The Luxury Island Honeymoon package offers a seven-night total escape to two of Fijis premier luxury resorts. It includes resort credits, complimentary resort activities and entertainment, exotic dining in secluded locations, and even breakfast in bed. And the best part is, guests are able to choose where they spend the most time. Located on one of the worlds best beaches, Natadola Bay, InterContinental Fiji is a luxurious beachside escape for discerning travellers. It has no less than five restaurants and bars, a luxurious spa, three swimming
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A PILOT charged with failure to properly secure arms and ammunition, and manslaughter arising from a breach of duty was set free by the High Court in Lautoka. The Director of Public Prosecutions filed a nolle prosequi, saying the State did not intend to continue proceedings against Mohammed Rizwan Khan, 32. Following the withdrawal of the charges, High Court in Lautoka judge Justice Sudharshana De Silva discharged Mr Khan without conviction. The charges were filed following the death of a six-year old boy of Sabeto in Nadi on January 26 this year as a result of a shooting incident. Mr Khan is the owner of the Marlin 12 gauge goose gun that was accidentally discharged by a 10-year old boy as he was playing with it. Mr Khan, a pilot with Air Pacific, now Fiji Airways, at the time of the incident, was suspended from work pending the
Pilot Walks Free
outcome of the case. Seini Puamau represented the DPP's office in the matter while Lautoka lawyer Iqbal Khan appeared for Mr Khan. "It was obviously a very stressful period of time for me when the case was pending in court but I had to ride it out," Mohammed Rizwan Khan told this newspaper. "Air Pacific was really sympathetic and supportive during the case and so were my colleagues. I would like to thank them for their support. "I also had all the trust in my lawyer Iqbal Khan and it has paid out. For me, he's the best lawyer around for criminal cases." Mr Khan said he was innocent all along and his employer, family and lawyer were very supportive during his stressful time. Mohammed Rizwan Khan said he would try and sort things out now and get back to work.
The High Court in Lautoka has sentenced a 42-year-old man to eight years in prison for rape. The accused will not be eligible for parole for six years. He was sentenced by Justice Prabaharan
8 Years For Rape
Kumararatnam after assessors found him guilty. He was found guilty for raping a woman at an isolated bus shelter in Ba in October 2010.
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Both charged with defrauding vulnerable migrants of over $50,000 Arrest warrants have been issued Mr Nand, 25, is charged with 42 with three South Auckland companies: for two Fiji-born south Auckland counts in total including holding Universal Immigration Services (NZ) immigration advisers after they failed himself out as a licensed immigration Ltd formerly known as Fast Track to appear in court last week. adviser knowing he was not licensed, Immigration and Employment Services A Flat Bush couple have failed to appear asking for or receiving a fee for the Ltd; Global Immigration Consultants in Manukau District Court to face 50 provision of immigration advice, and Ltd; and NZ Visa & Employment Ltd. charges relating to the provision of providing immigration advice without All charges were brought by the immigration advice without a licence. a license. Immigration Advisers Authority (the The couple are accused of defrauding Ms Devi, 48, is facing a total of Authority) under the Immigration vulnerable migrants of over $50,000. 6 eight charges including providing Advisers Licensing Act. Ashneel Nand and Sunita Devi, of immigration advice without a licence Under the Act anyone providing New Universal Immigration Services (NZ) and asking for or receiving a fee for the Zealand immigration advice must Ltd were not present in court and 6 provision of immigration advice. be licensed by the Authority unless warrants have been issued for their The charges against Mr Nand and Ms exempt. Exempt people include New arrest. Devi stem from their involvement Zealand lawyers.
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11 Rape Cases In 6 Months

The Northern Division recorded 11 rape cases from January to July this year compared to 17 recorded last year, police have revealed. Child Abuse and Sexual Offences Unit officer acting Corporal Vasemaca Ralaca told participants at a youth empowerment workshop the figures for the region this year was a bit high because of the gang rape cases that were committed in the division during this period. "We received three gang rape cases where more than one offender was charged, thus contributing to an increase in the number this year," Ms Ralaca said. "This is shocking because it means that our women and children are still not safe in our communities. "The North recorded a total of 16 defilement cases between January and July this year which topped the sexual offences list." Ms Ralaca said the figures continued to increase which was cause for alarm. "Between 2008 to 2013, the North recorded 133 cases of sexual offences against children between the ages of six to 17." She said this age group topped the other age group level, which proved that young ones were still being exploited and their safety in their communities was at risk. "In most cases, it has also come to our attention that these children continue to be exploited sexually by those they trust, including close relatives."
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TAVUA'S economy will be boosted with the construction of a $3million four-storey complex by a businessman in remembrance of his late father. Born and raised in Tavua, Nadi businessman Abul Haroon is keen to assist his hometown by improving its living standards. Mr Haroon said he wanted to help the town by creating jobs and about 100 people are expected to be employed in his project. "My dad was a big businessman in Tavua back in the old days and I want to build this shopping complex as a tribute to his success," he said. "The two ground floors will be used for shops and supermarkets while the third
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floor will be for two cinema halls. "The cinemas will be state-of-the-art and will be an attraction for the people of Tavua, Ba and Rakiraki." Mr Haroon said Tavua would be a hot spot town in the future. "Tavua is the town for the future and will be one of the hot spots people will want to go to. We have the goldmine, Fiji Water factory, the Yaqara projects
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Kadavu Tops Sexual Offence Cases

The province of Kadavu recorded the highest number of sexual offence cases for the Southern Division last year. This was revealed by Fiji Police Force Inspector General Assistant Commissioner of Police Isikeli Vuniwaqa during his presentation to the chiefs and delegates of the Kadavu Provincial Council in Suva. ACP Vuniwaqa stressed the importance of working together to curb the increase in sexual crimes in the province. It is unfortunate for me to stand here today and say Kadavu had recorded the highest number of sexual offences cases for the Southern Division last year. Kadavu Police Station recorded 51% of the total rape and attempted rape cases in the Southern Division with a total of 96 cases reported and this is a real worry for the Fiji Police Force and should be for the people of Kadavu, said ACP Vuniwaqa. He called on the chiefs to take a more assertive stand in the fight against illegal activities on the island. We continue to receive reports of marijuana cultivation and peddling however as our officers cant be everywhere and we are here today to plead for your support by working together in ridding the island of these crimes. The members were also enlightened on the need to protect the reputation of their province and avoid becoming an island known for criminal activities. Theres a lot of economic potential in Kadavu and the vision the Fiji Police has for Kadavu is to be the safest and wealthiest island in Fiji. The Fiji Police Force is here to serve and protect the people of Kadavu and its visitors through effective Duavata Community Policing towards a safer and secure Kadavu. Lets work together to bring pride back to what Kadavu is known for, he added. Kadavu currently has an estimated economic value of $55.9 million and a prospective value of $167.7 million with yaqona cultivation being the main economic activity followed by fisheries, tourism, pine, business and rural banking.
Fiji's Public Service Commission is currently investigating a case where scholarship forms were sold to students for a dollar by a shop in Labasa. PSC permanent secretary Parmesh Chand said the matter is of real concern for them and they have notified Police in the North to immediately stop this practice of misleading students. We have found out that this particular shop was selling the old PSC scholarship application forms to students which still have the old Scholarship office address as Reverend John Hunt Building." "Students interested in applying for the 2014 Public Service Commission (PSC)
PSC Investigates Sale Of Scholarship Forms
Local Scholarship, Multi Ethnic Awards & Student Loan Scheme will need to apply when the advertisement is released and they also need to visit the PSC website for updates and view advertisements." He said students are encouraged to visit their closest Government Service Centre (GSC) within their vicinity or town for the latest updates on PSC Scholarships. We will only give exception to students who live in rural or remote areas and who have absolutely no access to the internet. Hard copies of e-gov applications will be made available at the GSCs and with school principals, upon request, Chand added.
Tourism Fiji Steps Up

SINCE last year visitor arrivals were about 660,000. And Tourism Fiji says its ultimate goal is to have 685,000 to 690,000 people visit Fiji. Tourism Fiji CEO Rick Hamilton revealed this at the opening of the Western Arts and Crafts exhibition at Raddison Blu Resort on Denarau. In his address, Mr Hamilton said one of his roles as the CEO was to market the country to the international community so that more people could come to the country. "Most of our international agents are in places like Asia, America and Europe," he said. "This is part of the rebranding of Tourism Fiji. We don't only market our beaches and reefs and islands but also, many people come here for the culture." A research conducted revealed the Fijian culture was what drew many people to the country. And according to Mr Hamilton, the little things mattered a lot to international guests. "Things like the way local people look after international tourists, their smiles, warmth and hospitality are all factors." Mr Hamilton also commended on the artists present at the exhibition. "Walking around the room, it seems not many pieces of art are left for sale because they have been bought by the guests here. "This is a great thing and shows potential from local artists."
Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama has sent a congratulatory message to the recently appointed President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, His Excellency Dr Hassan Rouhani. In his message, Prime Minister Bainimarama pointed out the various areas of cooperation between Fiji and the Islamic Republic of Iran. On behalf the Government and the people of Fiji, I wish to extend our warm congratulations to you on your decisive election victory and your appointment as President of the Islamic Republic of Iran. Fiji and the Republic of Iran have much in common as developing countries. We have worked together cooperatively in the Group of 77 plus China and the Non-Aligned Movement to ensure greater South-South cooperation in sustainable development, especially
Fijian Prime Minister Sends Congratulatory Message To Iran
A 23-year-old man of Raiwaqa has been released after being acquitted of two counts of rape by the Suva High Court. Rokolui Vunigasau was alleged to have locked and raped a 19-year-old girl at his home in March last year following a drinking party.
Rape Accused Walks Free
during this year where we have been the respective Chairs of the two international organizations, PM Bainimarama said. The head of the Fijian Government said that Fiji looks forward to strengthening current relations for the development of the two nations. Fiji looks forward to further strengthen its bilateral relations with the Government and the people of Iran during your Presidency. We are very hopeful that we might see greater exchange of high level visits between our two countries, in order to strengthen our efforts in achieving greater cooperation and collaboration in the development of our two countries. I look forward to continuing our partnership during your term of Office and to consolidate this into a partnership of strategic value.
The three assessors returned with a unanimous Not Guilty verdict against Vunigasau which was supported by Justice Salesi Temo who found that the prosecution had not proven their case against the accused beyond reasonable doubt on both counts. The accused is free to go home.
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Early Debt Repayment Heralds New Beginning For Fiji Pine

In a clear sign of the remarkable turnaround in the fortunes of Fiji8 Pine, the state-owned enterprise has paid off a loan it recently secured from Government to clear a 28 year debt. Just three months ago, Fiji Pine borrowed $2.4-million dollars from Government to finally settle a loan it obtained from the European Investment Bank in 1985. Its recent financial performance has been such that the Executive Chairman of Fiji Pine, Faiz Khan, was able to hand the money back when he presented a cheque for $2.4-million to the Prime Minister, Voreqe Bainimarama. The Prime Minister commended Fiji Pine for the prompt repayment. I cant recall another occasion when a state-owned enterprise has paid off an outstanding amount to Government so quickly. Its a great credit to the Board, management and workers and a clear sign of the success of our reform program at Fiji Pine, he said. For his part, Mr Khan thanked the Prime Minister for the Governments support, describing the repayment as a significant milestone Because of this assistance, we have been able to clear a debt that has been on our books for almost three decades. It marks a new beginning for Fiji Pine in that we can now put our focus firmly on the future growth of our businesses, he said. Mr Khan said Fiji Pine had long been burdened by past failures but was gradually turning its fortunes around and guaranteeing a sustainable future for the enterprise and its workers. brought under control. In the past two-and-half years, the Fiji Pine Group has serviced $25.3 million in debt and reduced our principal by $17.6-million. We still have $55.5m debt left in our books but we are now in a reasonably comfortable financial position where the debts are serviceable from our operations, he said. Mr Khan paid tribute to Fiji Pines workforce and said they could be proud of their own role in turning around the companys fortunes. For too long, we neglected our human assets. We are nothing without our workers and a large part of the credit belongs to them. So as well as providing them with new uniforms, we are currently spending $350,000 on new canteens to provide them with subsidized meals and improving their general work environment with new toilets and shower facilities. This is one of the most exciting priorities on our list of current work, he said. Fiji Pine workers were also singled out for praise by the Attorney General and Minister for Public Enterprises, Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum, who said they had worked hard with the Board and management to achieve an outstanding result. What we are seeing is proof that our public enterprises can thrive if employees, management and Government work together cooperatively for the common good. This is all good news for those dependent on the industry and for the Fijian economy as a whole, he said.
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We made record profits in 2011. And while we have endured an unprecedented slump in the wood chip market over the past 18 months, our marketing strategies will ensure more stable demand for our products into the future, he said. Mr Khan said Fiji Pine had transformed its operations at the Wairiki chip mill in Bua and had tackled the corruption, mismanagement and outmoded work practices that were holding it back. We have also revamped our nurseries and our planting programs. However,
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The Peoples Republic of China and the Republic of Fiji Military Forces (RFMF) today achieved another milestone following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for closer cooperation and technical assistance. The MOU was signed this morning by Lieutenant General Wang of the Peoples Liberal Army and Fijian Minister for Defence Joketani Cokanasiga at Sofitel Resort and Spa in Nadi. In inking the milestone breakthrough
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Fiji Free Of Discrimination: Bainimarama The dream is to live in a Fiji free of sway any of you, he said.
discrimination, says Prime Minister Commodore Voreqe Bainimarama. Opening the Kadavu Provincial Council meeting in Suva Bainimarama told the delegates that everyone should be treated equally adding that it was the only way to ensure harmony and move the country forward. He reiterated that elections would be held next year as promised and advised all Fijians against listening to misleading reports that says otherwise. Misleading and false reports that have been coming from various groups that election will not be held should not DESPITE losing about $180,000 in cash and items, former parliamentarian George Shiu Raj says he will not abandon his birthplace at Namuaimada in Ra. Three cartons of tabua, two mobile phones, jewellery and money were stolen in the attack on Mr Raj and his brother-in-law on Monday night. Speaking to the media from his home after being discharged from hospital, Mr Raj said he was still recovering from the incident. "I will not leave this place after what happened to my family," he said. "My family has been living at Namuaimada for the past 61 years and
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You should remain firm and see what is happening around you. The new constitution will help us move forward as it protects everyones rights and contains a lot of important provisions that should be present in all government constitutions. He further called for honesty and diligence in whatever task we may be asked to carry out. The provincial meeting was also attended by other government officials who are expected to address issues concerning the Kadavu Province. The meeting is being chaired by Aminiasi Katonivualiku. we have formed a strong bond with the villagers. This place is part of my life and I will never move elsewhere." Mr Raj said he never expected an incident of that nature to happen to his family. Three suspects were charged and appeared in the Tavua Magistrates Court on Tuesday. Their case was adjourned to September 20. "My family is still trying to recover from the incident, especially my daughters, but we will leave everything to the police." Police spokeswoman Ana Naisoro said investigations were continuing.
Elections Supervisor Doesn't Have To Be A Lawyer - AG

The new constitution does not stipulate that the supervisor of elections has to be a lawyer. And according to Attorney-General Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum, many countries have held successful elections without the supervisor of elections being a lawyer. Speaking at the recent 2013 CPA congress in Nadi, he said this was an old-school approach and they needed a good administrator with international experience.
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Israel Commends Fijian Soldiers

Israel has commended the efforts of Fijian troops at the Golan Heights on the border of Israel and Syria. Israelis non-resident Ambassador to Fiji Yuval Rotem who is in the country to meet with government ministries and departments to explore more areas of cooperation to strengthen the Fiji Israeli relations said they are grateful and appreciative of Fijis involvement in peacekeeping duties to bring stability in the Middle East region While meeting Prime Minister Commodore Voreqe Bainimarama, he said because of Fijis commitment to peacekeeping duties in volatile areas, it was a natural occurrence to see members of the Republic of Fiji Military Forces (RFMF) along their (Israels) border line". We have enormous admiration and respect for Fiji for the understanding and its cooperation in peacekeeping missions in the Middle East, he said. This is not the first time that Fiji has come to the region and they have demonstrated a very high level of professionalism to approaching issues and we (Israel) are happy to see Fiji along our borders especially in Sinai, Lebanon and now at Golan. 380 soldiers left the country in late July to link up with 183 other Fijian troops who were deployed in the troubled zone earlier.
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ANOTHER life was lost in an early morning road accident at Namaka in Nadi. Mother of two Jenny Margaret Prasad, 68, of Bountiful Estate, Nadi, was hit by a vehicle in the presence of her two children. Police spokeswoman Ana Naisoro said the driver of the truck was in police custody. "The deceased while crossing the road with her two children was allegedly bumped by a vehicle believed to be a truck," Ms Naisoro said.
"She sustained injuries and was admitted to the Lautoka Hospital and later died in the afternoon." The road death toll now stands at 25 compared to 30 for the same period last year. Just last Thursday, a six-year-old boy lost his life after he was run down by a white private car. Police are still appealing for any information that could lead to the driver's arrest. Ms Naisoro said the boy had accompanied his cousin to the shop and was hit when he allegedly ran across the road.
The vision of the Methodist Church in Fiji president Reverend Dr Tuikilakila Waqairatu will be a challenge to many. But they need to learn to break some habits in order to uplift their spiritual lives. These were the comments of the churchs secretary of communication Reverend James Bhagwan, speaking on behalf of Reverend Dr Tuikilakila. Reverend Bhagwan said Reverend Dr Waqairatu was concerned about excessive drinking of kava and smoking that was inconsistent with the view of the body as the temple of God. He (Reverend Dr Waqairatu) told members to refrain from smoking with his vision for the future to become a smoke-free church, Reverend Bhagwan said. This is also a matter of self- discipline; it is all about responsibility urging members to be more responsible for
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their health and their well being and for ministers and leaders of the church to lead by example in terms of walking the talk. Obviously when you have a traditional ceremony, kava is consumed but he is urging members to be responsible- to drink responsibly just the same message given out to be more responsible with the church funds, responsible use of the environment and so on. It is going to take time, it going to be a challenge but they need to break some habits and learn new ones, Reverend Bhagwan added. During the opening of the Methodist Church Conference, Reverend Dr Waqairatu outlined his vision for making the church a green church. He said drinking kava at the church ministers residence would no longer be allowed and they should only have a few bowls during traditional ceremonies.
where he underwent surgery due to the extent of his injuries. He died during operation. Police are once again pleading with members of the public to exercise caution. The onus is on individuals to exercise care, Naisoro said.
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The Fijian Constitution, which was unveiled last Thursday, is the manifesto of genuine revolution that Fiji needed to have, says Prime Minister Commodore Voreqe Bainimarama. Speaking at the fifth CPA Congress underway at the Sheraton Fiji Resort in Nadi, Commodore Voreqe Bainimarama said they had to destroy the notion that some people were more equal than others. Like most revolutions, not everyone will agree. But it is a noble cause and we should not apologies for it. We had to destroy the notion that some people were more equal than others. We had to destroy the notion that those born to privilege had special status over the rest simply by right of birth. We had to restore hope for every Fijian, irrespective of their socioeconomic background, that better days lies ahead. And that everyone has a place in our national life, Commodore Bainimarama said. He said it was painful that our neighbours had not been able to understand the way Fiji was headed. Commodore Bainimarama said during the constitution consultation process, Fijians had aired their concerns about entrenching the rights of iTaukei, Banabans and Rotumans. We have provided ordinary people with the security they requested. And the liars and the scaremongers who exploited their fears for their own base political purposes have been exposed. WHATS NEXT Commodore Bainimarama said despite what was being speculated by a handful of people regarding elections of 2014, it was going to take place. He said the Bainimarama Government was responding to criticisms, not with words but through taking concrete steps for a better Fiji. Where do we go from here? Well, of course, to the election next year. Im always bemused to read and hear that it will never happen. That Bainimarama will never give up power. That its all a cruel trick. As each month progresses, we are answering these critics not with words but with deeds. Each block is gradually being put into place to fulfill the promises that we made and we will honour them. You have my guarantee of that. Government, he said, is not making any decisions for short-term political gain. We make decisions for the long term benefit of every Fijian. PMS POLITICAL PARTY Commodore Bainimarama will contest next years elections and will form his political party when the time is right. Before September 30th, 2014, I will subject myself to the nations will under the provisions of the document we unveiled last Thursday. I will form a political party and my party will submit itself to the collective will of the 540,000 or so Fijians who have already registered for the elections. END TO CORRUPTION Commodore Bainimarama has called on the business community to end the mentality of I scratch your back and you scratch mine. He said there was no space for corruption in his Government. When the accountants among you do your sums, Im sure youll find that it adds up to a sound blueprint for a new Fiji, a better Fiji, and for the first time in Fijian history, a credible and genuine framework for the achievement of true democracy.
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THE Biosecurity Authority of Fiji is concerned about the repeated interception of giant African snails and other exotic pests on containers and vessels bound for Fiji. This after biosecurity officers found two giant African snails on a vessel from Wallis and Futuna at the Suva wharf on Sunday evening. Twelve snails of a species that has not been identified were discovered on a container from Vanuatu early on Monday morning. As a result all containers on the vessel had to be fumigated. Expressing concern over the findings, BAF acting CEO Matai Matakitoga said the snails were found on vessels and containers despite certifications from originating countries that the containers were free from pests. "This is a serious issue because it undermines our confidence in the certificates issued in these countries," Mr Matakitoga said. "The giant African snail is one of the most damaging snails in the world. It can devastate Fiji's agricultural industry worth almost $550 to $600million annually and our rich and diverse native forests which is also an integral part of the country's economy," he said. The snails are known to eat about 500 species of plants including papaya, most varieties of beans, peas, cucumbers and melons. They also reproduce quickly producing about 1200 eggs in a single year, he said. According to Mr Matakitoga, these snails are difficult to eradicate. He said shipping containers were transport mediums for exotic pests, diseases or other containments adding that insects could hitchhike attached to the surfaces of containers or located in many nooks and crevices available on a shipping container. Following the interception, BAF has stepped up its precautionary measures. Mr Matakitoga said they would be placing snail baits around the container terminals at the Suva Wharf and also increase inspections.
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A delegation representing the Brazilian agency responsible for establishing and strengthening cooperation is in the country to look at possible investment and trade opportunities. Fijis Ambassador to Brazil, Ambassador Cama Tuiloma received the Director of the Brazilian Cooperation Agency (ABC), Ambassador Fernando Jose Marroni de Abreu, in Nadi. Ambassador Abreu is heading a Technical Team on a fact finding mission to look specifically at Fijis agriculture, fisheries and forestry sectors. The Brazil officials also meet with the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forests Mr Inia Seruiratu. They also met with the Public Service Commission permanent secretary Mr Parmesh Chand to identify training opportunities and capacity building opportunities between the two countries. In welcoming the technical mission, Ambassador Tuiloma expressed the Fijian Governments appreciation for the growing relations between the two countries. Brazils position as a growing global agribusiness powerhouse is poised to be an advantage to Fiji particularly in the areas of training, information sharing and expertise exchange, technology transfer and institutional capacity building. As part of their program, the team had visited the Sigatoka Valley, Koronivia Research Station, Naduruloulou Fisheries Station, Galoa
Hatchery Station and the Navua Dairy Farm to identify specific needs in respect of production in these areas. Brazil and Fiji have also been negotiating a Technical Cooperation Agreement since 2011, which aims to promote technical cooperation in the areas identified by both countries. This is the first agreement that Fiji and Brazil are scheduled to sign later next week. Early this year, the Under SecretaryGeneral of Political Affairs for Asia & Oceania at the Brazilian Ministry of External Relations, Her Excellency Ambassador Maria Edileuza Fontenele Reis was in Fiji and reaffirmed Brazils commitment towards establishing or strengthening current relations with Fiji. Establishing a diplomatic mission for Brazil in Fiji was also proposed. Whilst in Nadi, Ambassador Abreu also met with the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Ratu Inoke Kubuabola, and the Attorney General Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum. ABC is the agency affiliated with the Ministry of External Relations of the Brazilian Federative Government in charge of all international technical cooperation involving Brazil and other countries or international organizations. ABCs mandate is to negotiate, coordinate, implement and monitor technical cooperation projects and programs that stem from umbrella agreements signed between Brazil and other countries and international organizations.
A growing number of Fijians are now engaged in Micro Business enterprises as a form of employment and source of revenue. The Microfinance Unit of the Fiji Council of Social Services (FCOSS) recorded Five Thousand Four Hundred and Fifty Five (5,455) microenterprises established since 2008 to date. The FCOSS Microfinance Unit manager Ms Lavenia Rabo said that a total of more than $3m was lent during this period to clients. Ms Baro said they started giving microfinance assistance to clients in the Central Division a few years back but expanded to the Eastern Division and Western Division from 2008 to 2012. She said they have opened offices in Sigatoka to service the province of Nadroga and Navosa and also expanded their services to clients in Koro, Ovalau and Moturiki in the
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Eighteen students who are recipients of the China Scholarship Council scheme were presented with their air tickets and allowances by the Public Service Commission. The PSC deputy secretary Iliesa Lutu said that the Government of the Peoples Republic of China has been very generous in their provision of tertiary scholarship assistance this year with the final selection of 22 Fiji citizens. Twenty of the recipients will have their airfares paid for the Fijian Government while two will be paid for the Government of China, Mr Lutu said. However, all 22 students will be receiving an annual supplementary allowance from the government of Fiji. Expressing governments gratitude and acknowledging the Chinese governments assistance, Mr Lutu said that for the past three years the quota for the Fijian government for the Chinese Scholarship Council Awards had increased to 22 this year compared to 5 8 as in the past. The Government of China has been our major development partner in recent years. Apart from assistance
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Lomaiviti province. In November 2012 we opened our service for the district of Nalawa in the province of Ra and we have our Point of Service based at Burenitu village, Ms Baro said. She said that due to this, they are now looking at the possibility of expanding services to the district of Tavua. We are currently working with our District Council of Social services in Tavua to establish an office in Tavua which will service the Tavua and Ba district, this should be up and running by October of this year, Ms Baro said. Ms Baro said their microenterprises clients have also been a source of employment to fellow unemployed Fijians. Usually the majority of these microenterprise owners employ between 2 to 8 people in their various micro enterprises, Ms Baro said.
through aid and investment, training opportunities has always been readily provided for members of the civil service, officials from statutory bodies and the general public, Mr Lutu said. To the students, you have the full support of the Fijian Government as you go on this phase of your journey towards educational excellence. The road ahead will not be smooth sailing. There will be a few obstacles that you will face and it will require you to improvise on solutions to ensure that your academic performance is not affected. Former Yat Sen Secondary School student, Phinaiso Liao said that she was grateful to both the Chinese and Fijian government for their assistance. I am grateful for this scholarship as it will enable me to undertake a bachelors degree majoring in economics, Ms Liao said. Ms Liao said that she hopes to work for the United Nations upon completion of her programme. There are currently 25 Fijian citizens who are sponsored under the Chinese Scholarship Council.
Since its inception five years ago in Vanua Levu, the Northern Development Programme has assisted close to two thousand small and medium Fijian business entrepreneurs. NDP manager Mr Waisale Tuidama said to date the programme has paid out more than $4million from NDP grants while lending institutions contributed more than $5million dollars to these businesses. Therefore more than $9million has helped run small and medium enterprises in the Northern Division, Mr Tuidama said.
NDP Assists More Than Thousand Small And Medium Business Enterprises
He added that investing in small and medium businesses has helped create employment for close to 5571 people in the Northern Division. NDP is therefore contributing 8.7 per cent to in the potential labour market in Vanua Levu, he added. The rippling effect of this assistance to small and medium enterprises in the North benefitted around 20 per cent of the population here. This is a significant contribution towards poverty alleviation and improving the quality of life of rural Vanua Levu, Mr Tuidama said.
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Accountants from around the country were briefed on the 2013 Fijian Constitution by Attorney-General Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum during the fifth CPA congress. Highlighting various provisions of the Constitution, Mr Sayed-Khaiyum stressed particularly on Chapter 8 Part (A) which deals with Accountability and Code of Conduct. He said while this was not legally enforceable on the private sector, he said it was perhaps something the CPA was willing to explore- in terms of holding its members accountable. Intellectual input Mr Sayed-Khaiyum said what was required from the society at large, particularly those who are specialists in their fields was to have and provide an intellectual input, as Fiji moved forward. He said he always lament the fact that when political parties present their manifesto to public, independent economists and people from private sector, failed to hold these people accountable. Unfortunately, for us in Fiji, we have been so tainted by ethnic politics
CPA Congress Briefed On Fijis Constitution
and personalities that the level of independence in public debate is absent. The challenge is hopefully, with the new era of a constitutional framework and a new way of looking at Fiji, that people like yourselves will be able to provide that debate and that critique independently. Private sector is vital Mr Sayed-Khaiyum said most rights have limitations and that these also included the private sector. You, in the private sector need to make sure that you do not discriminate against people. Chapter 26 of the Fijian Constitution reads that every individual that the right to equality and freedom from discrimination and that every person is equal before the law and has the right to equal protection, treatment and benefit of the law. Previously, this was applicable to those in the public sector and Government. After the session, when asked if he would be standing for elections, Mr Sayed-Khaiyum said as of now, there was much to be done and they were focused on other issues.
Dairy Industry Reforms Progress Talks Held
Digicels Major Client Renews Contract
Digicel Fiji chief executive, Maurice McCarthy (second left) shakes hands with Paradise Beverages (Fiji) Limited, managing director, Tony Scanlan Paradise Beverages (Fiji) Limited Paradise Beverages place their faith in has once again signed a contract with us again because it is certainly a critical Digicel Fiji to be the provider of its part of every business. Paradise Beverages managing director, telecommunication services. The contract will be for three years Tony Scanlan, said: We went through and was first signed in 2009 when an extensive process where we looked Paradise Beverages was then under the at what were the best providers for our operations and brand name, Fosters communication and communication is a critical part of business anywhere. Group Pacific Limited. Digicel chief executive, Maurice Every time we asked Digicel to help McCarthy, said they acknowledged the us out, theyve gone above and proven beverage companys faith back then to be very reliable and trustworthy. and now which showed confidence Meanwhile, business for Digicel since January to date has proven to be they had for Digicel. This resigning proves to me that the successful. team at Paradise Beverages are once Mr McCarthy said a further boost was again putting their faith in us and I would after acquiring of lots spectrum in the hope thats a testament on what we said LTE spectrum auction last month. We will continue to show our we would deliver upon, he said. Theres nothing that makes us more commitment to the Fiji market in the proud when major organisations like years to come, he said.
Fiji Dairy Limited chief executive Vishwa Sharma (second from left) with the Permanent Secretary for Industry and Trade, Shaheen Ali In a bid to discuss diary industry reform contributing approximately 4.6 per progress, the Permanent Secretary for cent towards the national milk pool Industry and Trade, Shaheen Ali, this and approximately $350,000 has been week met the chief executive of Fiji injected into the Ba commerce. Dairy Limited, Vishwa Sharma. He said the second chilling centre will Mr Ali recognised Fiji Dairys be operational in Lautoka in the next commitment to the Government and few months, which will service the recognised efforts in the past 11 months. Lautoka and Sabeto farmers. Fiji Dairy has not only taken steps to Fiji Diarys future plans include improve the quality of the milk supplied the expansion of its operation and to the market, but also has provided diversifying in production of bottled infrastructure and other services to fresh milk and other dairy-related enable more farmers to supply milk in products, Mr Sharma said. greater volume, he said. Growth potential The Bainimarama Government Mr Ali acknowledged Fiji Diarys implemented reforms to revitalise effort, which currently supplies 86 per the dairy industry and to ensure self- cent of the total liquid milk demand of sufficiency in dairy production and the Fijian market. sustained livelihood for dairy farmers. He noted there is potential for growth This was done by removing corruption and to make Fiji self-sufficient and and introducing commercial practices secure in terms of its milk and dairy to boost productivity and efficiency in needs. this vital Industry. Mr Ali said there are growing Southern Cross Foods Limited became opportunities in the regional market the new owners of Fiji Dairy in August to export Fijian liquid and powdered last year. milk. Response and plans ahead However, in order to take advantage Mr Sharma said with the opening of of these opportunities, there is need for the Ba chilling centre, 47 farmers are a constant supply of milk, he said.
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with it, former Prime Minister and military commander Sitiveni Rabuka says of the newly released constitution. Rabuka says the new constitution is better than the 1990 document and provided a better starting point. People need to accept it and play with it like its a rugby ball at the opening whistle of a match and it depends on how you play it, he said. Rabuka further said he expected some changes to be made to the document provided that these changes are made by the people through their representatives in Parliament. Fijis 2013 Constitution was released last Thursday and will be formally promulgated by September 6.
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Mahendra Patels Appeal Bid Out

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The application for special leave to appeal by former Post Fiji board chairman Mahendra Motibhai Patel was dismissed by the Supreme Court. All three judges Justice Saleem Marsoof, Justice Suresh Chandra and Justice William Calanchini agreed that the grounds for an appeal for special leave lacked any merit. In their judgement they said the application by Patels lawyers did not meet any threshold for granting of any special leave. In his application, Patel highlighted that the Court of Appeal judgment was written by Justice William Marshall against whom an application for recusal was made by Fiji Independent Commission Against Corruption (FICAC). Patel stressed that the court had failed to address his grounds of appeal accordingly. Hamendra Nagin, representing the business tycoon, suggested that what was alleged against his client was not a serious matter. According to FICAC, between April
2003 and February 2004, Patel, while employed in public service as the chairman of the board of directors for Post Fiji Limited had authorised a purchase of an external Seiko clock from Prouds Fiji where he had a significant financial interest. FICAC was represented by Vinsent Perera. Patel was convicted on abuse of office charges for which he was sentenced to 12 months imprisonment. In the ruling the judges agreed that Patel had a financial interest in the abovementioned company although it was sought to be made out that his gain was very minimal. The decision said that the gain is not something that matters in such a situation but as to whether there was any gain for him and or others in whom he had special interest. They stated that the gain would certainly have been to the company through which he too would have benefitted.
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Fijis next Parliament will comprise of only 50 members. The countrys new Constitution states that the 50 members of the first Parliament shall be elected in accordance with the document. This sees an increase from 45 members which was proposed in the Draft Constitution. The election of members of Parliament will be made by a multi-member open list system of proportional representation, under which each voter has one vote, with each vote being of equal value, in a single national electoral roll comprising all the registered voters. And a political party or an independent candidate shall not qualify for any seat in Parliament unless the political party or the independent candidate receives at least 5% of the total number of votes cast. Every Fijian who is or will be the age of 18 years and over on or before the date of the issue of the writ for the next election of members to Parliament will have the right to be registered as a voter. A candidate for election to Parliament should not anytime during the 8 years immediately before being nominated, been convicted of any offence under any law for which the maximum penalty is a term of imprisonment of 12 months or more or has not been found guilty of any offence under a law relating to elections, registration of political parties or registration of voters. The supreme law of the land also states that there will be one national constituency covering the whole of Fiji.
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Aries
This may be an energetic week for you. Mars in debilitation may results in sudden outburst on several occasions. You should be pro active and try to make provision for sudden uncertainty. You may be restless and may wander throughout this week. Students may lose concentration for various reasons. Mother may be of irritable outlook during this week. She may make frequent journeys to different locations. Children may have success in foreign countries. They may feel happy for increment in earnings. Spouse may be restless or weak because of over stress and strain. He/she may suffer with inferior feelings. This is not a good time for relations with spouse. Father may have philosophical outlook for this week. He may make fearless journeys to extreme places. Elder siblings may have joy because of child birth. Younger siblings will be successful in important matters.
Younger siblings may become popular for their outstanding performance.
Cancer
Taurus
This may be a remunerative week for you. This is a suitable time for agents, commission brokers or any other intermediate services. Personal and official responsibilities may fill up your mind with pressure. You should make yourself comfortable with prior planning. Students may have more confidence than before. Mother may have nervous debility or migraine during this week. She needs proper medication and rest. Children may have grand success in official matters. They may enjoy wide reputation in society. Spouse will have troubles from secret enemies. He/she may be worried about entangled money. Father may have success through business operations. He may raise overdraft to meet personal expenses. Elder siblings may decide a marriage alliance. They may be worried about future financial prospects. Younger siblings may bring new troubles in life with rash and reckless behaviour.
This may be a dynamic week for you. Mars in ascendant may revitalize your constitution. You will be active and athletic throughout this week. You should be very strict with your financial decisions. Expenses may outweigh income. You may be over whelmed by some happenings at your work location. Students may lack concentration because of some tempting reasons. Mother may have inferiority complex as Saturn and Rahu are transiting in 4th house. Her immunity levels may drop to a great extent. Children may have challenging situations abroad. They may not able to bring balance in their financial status. Spouse may have attitude problems with superiors. He/she may not be satisfied with status. Father may have strong opposition at office. He may be charged against an illicit activity. Elder siblings may involve in a love matter. Younger siblings may land in foreign countries.
litigation. Elder siblings may invest huge amounts in lands or speculative activities. Younger siblings may escape from major accidents in long journeys.
Libra
Leo
This may be a normal week for you. You may hesitate to take even minor decisions in life. You may hide your inadequacy in the name of faith in god. There may be challenging situations in your office. You may be assured of better position in future. This may be a tough week to complete assignments without delay. Students need to be watchful in their presentations. Mother may file a law suit against her debtor. Children may have grand success with partnership business. They may make good money in speculation. Spouse may be transferred to a distant location. He/she may be confident about future prospects. Father may pass tough time in his career. He may be work averse throughout this week. Elder siblings may be aggressive during this week. They should not take important decisions in this time. Younger siblings may decide to marry a person among relatives.
you. People may not let you go. You may be entrusted with challenging assignments which are opportunities to prove your abilities. You should spend more time on career matters to attain perfection. Utmost care should be taken by the people engaged with technical knowhow. Students will enjoy great success for their efforts. Mother may have troubles with business partners. She may indulge in minor accidents in long journeys. Children may have financial troubles throughout this week. Spouse will have success in foreign countries. He/she may be delighted with a positive communication. Father may have up lift in career after a long delay. Elder siblings may be fined for an illicit activity in business. Younger siblings may terminate a partnership business after a long contemplation. He may initiate a new project for a long term gain. Elder siblings may suffer with health complications. Younger siblings may be frustrated by the delay in getting clearance for Visa.
Aquarius
Gemini
This may be an inspiring week for you. Jupiter in ascendant may fill up your brain with confidence. You may be optimistic about few projects for which you are waiting for. This is an excellent week for middlemen. People may find it difficult to understand your perceptions. Your words may sound challenges to others. Students may feel a real urge for education and knowledge. Mother may have pleasant mind throughout this week. Children may have fluctuations in health. They may have lethargic outlook for this week. Spouse will have considerable hike in remuneration. He/she may plan for a big leap in career. Father may have success in an interview or he may be successful in begetting a new job. Elder siblings may be cheated by close friends or lover. This is not a bright time for initiating new activities.
This may be a prosperous week for you. Jupiter in 11th house will help you in career through old friends or elder siblings. Some indiscreet decisions may bring huge monetary lose. You may bag decent profits for your previous investments. This is a very positive week for high rating in appraisals. There will be all round success with minor disturbances. Students may get outstanding results for their performance. Mother may be hospitalized for dizziness and high blood pressure. Children may celebrate marriage during this week. Spouse may have major changes in career without clear intimation. He/ she may get reversed without any reason. Father may have problems with business partners. He may under take speculative activities which may prove futile on later date. Elder siblings will be helpful in important aspects of life. Younger siblings may be promoted to next designation.
Scorpio
This may be a dragging week for you. You may not have sufficient confidence to take up new responsibilities. It is troublesome to plan for long journeys. Relations with a superior may dwindle down for various reasons. There may be decent returns for small investments in a business. Students may ruin exams because of over excitement. Mother may enjoy cordial relations with business partners. She may clear a long pending debt. Children may have love affair with a colleague or classmate. They should realize the importance of time and effort. Spouse may have financial benefits from the current organization. He/she may suffer with digestive problems or constipation. Father may leave for a long journey. Elder siblings may enjoy good name in society but bat time at house. Younger siblings may elevate to higher status because of hard work and toil.
This may be a memorable week for you. Success is likely in professional matters. You may fell in love as Jupiter is transiting in 5th house. People engaged in government employment may be benefited. This is a suitable week to initiate search for a better job. Venus in 8th house may cause vehicular accidents during night hours. You will have good time with friends and family members. Students may have good success for their efforts. Mother may suffer with nervous weakness or inflammation in intestines. Children may involve in love matters with a person from a different community. Spouse may have sudden expenditure by the end of this week. He/she may have conflicts with younger siblings. Father may have philosophical outlook in this week. He may like to have secluded life. Elder siblings may celebrate marriage after a long delay. Younger siblings may start in a business.
Pisces
Sagittarius
Virgo
This may be a pleasant week for you. There may be surprising gains during this week. Jupiter in 10th house may improve your projection in the market. You need to do a little more hard work to settle down in life. You should not fall in the trap of some deceitful people. It is better to live with old friends rather than making new ones. Students may get decent results for their hard work. Mother may setup own business activity. There are chances for minor injuries to her. Children may have troubles with spouse or debtors. They may have heavy work pressure throughout this week. Spouse may face complex situations at work location. He/she may lend money to doubtful persons. Father may succeed in court
This may be a supporting week for you. You will get good recognition and support from superiors and fellow workers. This is the right time to pen down your plans. You should seek the collective support of subordinates and colleagues for an inspiring achievement. You will do well in foreign assignments or projects. Students may plan or schedule more time for studying. Mother may have opportunity to inherit property from her father. She may enjoy the comfort a new conveyance. Children may divorce or leave spouse for a minor issue. They may not be in a position to compromise with life. Spouse may have speculative losses throughout this week. Father will enjoy financial growth after a long time.
Capricorn
This may be a challenging week for
This may be a positive week for you. You may get good recognition for your views and plans. Superiors may appreciate your innovative thoughts. You should be more practical rather than impulsive. Financial pressure may worry you for a while. Students may succeed in getting positive results. Mother may lead a nervous life throughout this week. Children may have sharp fevers or headache. They may fail in an examination. Spouse will enjoy prosperity in career. He/ she may get surprising promotion as Mars is in 11th house. Father may have mixed results in career matters. He may be perplexed with the delay in getting the promotion. Elder siblings may have troubles with spouse or breakup in love matters. Younger siblings my enjoy the comfort of a new conveyance or house. They may have good profits in commission based activity.
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Mumbai police have arrested the fifth and final member of a gang suspected of raping a photographer, a crime that reignited anger about women's safety in India following a similar attack last year. A Mumbai police team arrested the suspect in the capital New Delhi over the brutal attack on the woman as she was taking photographs in India's financial hub with a male colleague, a police official said. "Our crime branch team arrested the fifth suspect from New Delhi earlier Sunday and he is being brought back to Mumbai," the official, who did not want to be named, said. The officer declined to give details of the arrest. The men allegedly trapped and raped the woman, said to be in her early 20s, on Thursday evening in an upmarket district of central Mumbai, where she was on assignment for a magazine, police have said. The attack rekindled memories of the fatal gang-rape of a 23-year-old student in New Delhi in December. That crime sparked nationwide protests and brought to the surface seething anger about violence against women in India. A fourth suspect in the latest case, identified by the Press Trust of India as Kasim Bangali, was arrested earlier on Sunday in Mumbai, police said. Mumbai police made the first arrest on Friday and arrested another two on Saturday, said city police spokesman Satyanarayan Choudhary. Two of the suspects, their faces covered by black cloth, were remanded in custody until August 30 after appearing in a Mumbai court on Sunday.
Mumbai Police Arrest Fifth Suspect In Gang-Rape Case
On Saturday one of the suspects was also remanded in custody. His grandmother told media he was only 16 and should be tried as a juvenile. Police initially said he was in his 20s. The woman, reportedly an intern, is undergoing treatment at Mumbai's Jaslok Hospital, where staff said she was stable but with multiple injuries. The attack, which dismayed a city seen as far safer for women than the capital, sparked protests in Mumbai and uproar in the national parliament. The woman was attacked while she was taking photos of the abandoned Shakti Mills factory compound next to a fashionable area of apartment and office blocks, shops and restaurants. The victim and her male colleague were approached by some men and told they should not be there, after which the colleague was tied up with a belt and the woman attacked nearby, police said. The incident comes eight months after the student was gang-raped in a moving bus in New Delhi, while her male companion was beaten up. She died two weeks later from severe injuries. A trial is in its final stages in that case, which sparked massive protests and led to a tougher rape law. The new measures increased punishment for sex offenders, which now include the death penalty if a victim dies, and broadened the definition of sexual assault. Since the December incident, dozens of rapes of women - including foreign tourists - have been highlighted in the media.
US president Barack Obama says he "teared up" watching Lee Daniels' The Butler, a celluloid depiction of the American civil rights battle as seen by an African-American who served in the White House. The movie, starring Forest Whitaker and Oprah Winfrey, topped the North American box office for a second straight weekend and is already being spoken of as a multiple Academy Award contender. "I teared up just thinking about not just the butlers who have worked here in the White House, but an entire generation of people who were talented and skilled, but because of Jim Crow, because of discrimination, there was only so far they could go," Mr Obama said in an interview with radio host Tom Joyner. "And yet, with dignity and tenacity, they got up and worked every single
Barack Obama Moved To Tears By Civil Rights Movie The Butler
day," said Obama, the first AfricanAmerican US president, noting that those who were discriminated against put up with a lot "because they hoped for something better for their kids". The racially motivated "Jim Crow" laws - which legalised at the local and federal level rules about where blacks could eat, go to school, sit on a bus, and who they could marry, among other restrictions - were in force from the 1870s to the 1960s. The epic film - encompassing more than 50 years of history and a dozen US presidents - is loosely based on the real-life story of Eugene Allen, an African-American who worked as a butler at the White House for 34 years. Whitaker plays the title role and Winfrey - a longtime supporter of Mr Obama's political campaigns - stars as the butler's wife.
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A mother from Cairns in far north Queensland has been convicted of manslaughter after brutally bashing her child to death with a vacuum cleaner pole. The eight-year-old girl was found unconscious and covered in deep purple and black bruises by paramedics at a Cairns unit in 2011 and could not be revived. The child died from extensive internal bleeding after being bashed over several days with the metal pole. The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) is seeking eight to 10 years in jail for the mother. The DPP is also seeking a violent offender declaration against the mother, who is now 28.
Cairns Parents Convicted Over 8 Year Girl's Vacuum Cleaner Pole Killing
Prosecutor Roger Griffith told the Supreme Court in Cairns the girl's mother beat her on numerous occasions in the week leading up to her death. The girl's 24-year-old stepfather has also been convicted of manslaughter for not doing enough to protect the child. The stepfather confronted his wife about the beatings, which often happened while he was at work. However, he never told police or sought medical help. The defence told the court the woman suffered from mental instability and struggled with feelings of anger towards the child, who she believed may have been conceived through a rape.
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Young Chinese Boy's Eyes Gouged Taiwan Seizes 2,500 Rare Turtles Out In Attack Bound For Chinese Dinner Plates
Taiwan coastguards have seized more than 2,500 protected turtles bound for dinner plates in China, officials say, calling it the biggest smuggling case of its kind they have ever seen. Coastguards discovered the 2,626 rare turtles - 1,180 Asian yellow pond turtles and 1,446 yellow-lined box turtles - in a container on board a vessel in Kaohsiung, a port in the south of Taiwan. They arrested a man surnamed Cheng but declined to provide more details because they are chasing the masterminds of the smuggling ring. The animals were to be eaten by rich Chinese or used as an ingredient there in traditional medicine, officials said, adding it was the biggest seizure in Taiwan of protected turtles. "After consuming up their own turtles, now they are turning their eyes to
Police in China have offered a reward for information leading to the arrest of a woman suspected of gouging out a six-year-old boy's eyes. The attack happened in Fenxi, Shanxi province, on 24 August. The boy went out to play and hours later was found by his parents with his eyes removed and covered in blood. The boy is now recovering in hospital. Police have offered a reward of 100,000 yuan ($16,340, 10,500) for information linked to the case. "The boy was lured by an unknown woman last Saturday evening into a field, where she gouged out his eyes," state news agency Xinhua reported. The boy's parents are said to be farmers. His mother said her son told them he was walking outside when a woman attacked him, state media reported. Police found the boy's eyeballs at the scene. Local reports initially said the corneas were missing, potentially pointing towards organ trafficking. Police now say, however, that the corneas were not missing and they have yet to establish a motive for the
attack. "We are still working on it so we cannot offer any comment or make any assumption on the motives," a police officer in Fenxi told the AFP news agency. The boy was initially taken to a local hospital but was transferred to Shanxi Eye Hospital in the provincial capital, Taiyuan, on Sunday. Local television footage showed family members trying to comfort the heavilybandaged child. "We had no disputes with anybody," state news agency Xinhua reported quoted his mother as saying. Doctors at the hospital say his condition is stable but he will be blind for life. "He asks why the sky is always dark... and why the dawn still hasn't come," Beijing Youth Daily quoted an uncle of the boy as saying. "We could only tell him that his eyes had some injury and have to be bandaged. "It is such a difficult question to explain to him. It is the most heartbreaking thing."
south-east Asia and Taiwan," Lin Kuo-chang, an official in charge of conservation affairs at Taiwan's council of agriculture, said. Because the number of wild turtles is in sharp decline in China, market prices have surged to about five times those of Taiwan, which is separated by a 200-kilometre strait from the Chinese mainland. "Since the turtles are not seen often in the wild, many people must have been involved in the illegal catching," said Wu Sheng-hai, a life science professor at National Chung Hsing University in Taipei. The two types of turtles are on Taiwan's second of the three-category wildlife protection list, meaning they are deemed rare and valuable. The first category is for endangered species.
Apartment Buildings Collapse In India, Killing 11

Two adjacent apartment buildings collapsed early Wednesday in western India, killing at least 11 people, police and firefighters said. Rescue workers pulled out 11 bodies and four badly injured people from the debris of the three-story buildings that fell in the city of Vadodara in Gujarat state, said fire chief Hitesh Taparia. Most of the occupants of the 14 apartments in the first building were sleeping when it collapsed. The adjacent building was evacuated minutes before it fell, police officer Bhanu Pratap Parmar said. The two buildings were part of 33 housing blocks constructed by the Gujarat government more than a decade ago to house the poor. More than 250 rescue workers were working to clear debris from the site and search for survivors in the mountain of twisted metal, concrete slabs, bricks and mortar. Taparia said the cause of the collapse was not immediately clear. Police officials said there had been unusually heavy rain in Vadodara during the monsoon season and it could have damaged the buildings foundations. The Gujarat government has ordered an investigation and will check for structural damage in the 31 other buildings in the complex, Taparia said. Building collapses are common in India as builders cut corners by using substandard materials, and as multistory structures are often built with inadequate supervision. Massive demand for housing around Indias cities and pervasive corruption often result in builders adding unauthorized floors or putting up illegal buildings.
Sri Lanka's cultural affairs ministry has taken strong exception to a mass "wedding" of police dogs, which used symbols of traditional Buddhist nuptials on the Indian Ocean island. Culture Minister T.B. Ekanayake demanded an explanation for the ceremony in central Sri Lanka, which was intended to promote a programme to breed more sniffer dogs. Police "married" nine pairs of dogs on a platform decked with white cloth and flowers symbolic of a traditional marriage ceremony. The brides were decked in mittens, shawls and hats while the grooms wore fancy neckties and shawls. "Using hallowed national traditions at a dog show must be condemned with
Sri Lankan Minister Demands Explanation Over Buddhist Sniffer Dog 'Wedding'
contempt," the minister told the staterun Dinamina daily. "They have devalued the (traditional) poruwa (wedding) ritual." Police spokesman Buddhika Siriwardena said the police department regretted any offence caused to the cultural sensibilities of the population, which is 75 per cent ethnic Sinhalese and Buddhist. "The department wishes to express its deep regret over this matter," he said. Constables served milk rice and cake to some 2,000 invitees and 20 police dogs attended the ceremony in the town of Kandy. The dog couples were driven off in a police van to the hill resort of Nuwara Eliya for their "honeymoon".
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A mother in Montana is outraged that a high school teacher who admitted raping her 14-year-old daughter received only a month in prison, while her daughter took her own life. "I think this sentence is a joke, a travesty," the mother, Auliea Hanlon, told CNN on Tuesday night, a day after the sentencing. "People will lose faith in our justice system. I have." Hanlon said she was particularly upset that the sentencing judge, G. Todd Baugh, said her daughter "seemed older than her chronological age" and was "as much in control of the situation" as the teacher. Baugh later acknowledged to CNN that "that was not the best choice of words." Case details The case began in 2008 when the teen was a student at Billings Senior High School and Stacey Dean Rambold was a teacher. She was 14 at the time; he was 49. Hanlon claims Rambold's "pre-sexual grooming" of her daughter led to the pair having sex. School officials learned of the relationship, and Rambold resigned. Later that year, authorities charged Rambold with three counts of sexual intercourse without consent. "It's not probably the kind of rape most people think about," Baugh said. "It was not a violent, forcible, beat-the-victim rape, like you see in the movies. But it was nonetheless a rape. It was a troubled young girl, and he was a teacher. And this should not have occurred." As the case wound its way through the legal system, the girl committed suicide. She was a few weeks shy of her 17th birthday. "As a result of the sexual assault and
Montana Teacher Gets 30 Days In Jail In Rape Of 14-Year-Old Student Who Later Kills Herself
its aftermath, (the teen) experienced severe emotional distress, humiliation and embarrassment and fell into irreversible depression that tragically led to her taking her own life on February 6, 2010," Hanlon said in a complaint filed against Rambold. Hanlon told CNN the relationship was to blame for her daughter's death. "Well it definitely had something to do with it," she said. "A teenager's whole life is about school and their friends, and he turned everyone against her." The agreement With the teen's death, the prosecution entered into what is known as a "deferred prosecution agreement" with Rambold. This meant that all charges against Rambold would be dismissed if he completed a sex offender treatment program and met other requirements. One of them was to have no contact with children. Rambold admitted to one of the rape charges. But Rambold fell short of the agreement. "He had some contacts with nieces and
nephews in a family setting and other adults were present," Baugh said. He also had relationships with women that he didn't tell his counselors about. "That is a violation from his deferred prosecution so he was dropped from the plan." As a result, the case was revived in December 2012. The hearing At a hearing Monday, prosecutors asked the judge to send Rambold away for 20 years. The defense argued that Rambold has suffered enough. His lawyers said he lost his career and his marriage and has the "scarlet letter of the Internet" due to the publicity surrounding the case, the Billings Gazette reported. Baugh ruled that Rambold's infractions weren't serious enough. "He made some violations of his treatment program," he said. "They were more technical and not the kind you would send someone to prison for."
One Million Cockroaches Reportedly Flee Farm In China

biscuits" every day, Wang was quoted as saying. He had expected to make around $180 profit for every kilogram of cockroaches sold, according to the report, but was now facing losses of hundreds of thousands of yuan. The cockroach is generally considered a pest but believers in traditional Chinese medicine - which uses both plants and animals, including endangered species - say extracts from it can treat diseases including cancer, reduce inflammation and improve immunity.
At least one million cockroaches have reportedly escaped from a farm in China where they were being bred for use in traditional medicine. The cockroaches fled the facility in Dafeng, in the eastern province of Jiangsu, for surrounding cornfields after an "unknown perpetrator" destroyed the plastic greenhouse where they were raised, the Modern Express newspaper said. Disease control authorities have sent five investigators to the area to come up with a plan to stamp out the insects. Farm owner Wang Pengsheng invested more than 100,000 yuan ($18,100) in 102 kilograms of Periplaneta americana eggs after spending six months developing a business plan, the report said. By the time the greenhouse was damaged, more than 1.5 million cockroaches had hatched and were being fed food including "fruits and
Australia has one of the world's most serious drug problems, according to a major international study on the health burden caused by amphetamines, cocaine, cannabis and opioids. But it is not alone. Britain, the US, South Africa and Russia also have major habits and high levels of illness and death caused by drugs. The US and Latin America have the worst cocaine problem, according to the research, which is part of the Global Burden of Disease Study 2010 published in The Lancet. The study, led by Professor Louisa Degenhardt from the National Drug and Alcohol Research Centre at the University of New South Wales, is the first to analyse the global health burden caused by the four drug groups. It estimates that 52 million people are dependent on the drugs and shows opioid dependence is the biggest killer and cause of disability of the four. Young men in high-income countries are by far the most vulnerable, according to the report. "Our results clearly show that illicit drug use is an important contributor to the global disease burden," Degenhardt says. "Men aged 20 to 29 are disproportionately
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He sentenced Rambold to 15 years in prison. Then, he suspended all but 31 days of the sentence, according to the Yellowstone County District Court. In addition, the judge gave him credit for one day he spent in jail. Incredulous at what had happened, Hanlon shouted at the court, "You people suck." "She wasn't even old enough to get a driver's license," Hanlon said in a statement released by her attorney. "But Judge Baugh, who never met our daughter, justified the paltry sentence saying she was older than her chronological age. I guess somehow it makes a rape more acceptable if you blame the victim, even if she was only 14." Baugh defended his ruling. He told CNN he believes Rambold is "treatable" and a "low risk to re-offend." Two videotaped interviews with the teenager -- one with the police department and one with the defense attorney -- were played in court, he said. "She seemed older than her chronological age," he said. "Basically what we had was a troubled young girl." He added, "I simply did not have the evidence to conclude that her taking her life was because of her sexual offense by Mr. Rambold." The Montana Organization of Women started a petition calling on the judge to resign. "It's outlandish in a way that I cannot describe," HLN's Drew Pinsky told CNN's "Erin Burnett OutFront." "It' is the most outlandish thing that I've ever heard of."
affected at a crucial time in their lives." Much can be done to reduce this burden, particularly treatments for opioid dependence and needle and syringe programmes, she says. Although the study shows the injecting of drugs is a global cause of hepatitis B and C and HIV, Australia has largely managed to control this through education and injecting programmes. It has also managed to reduce the burden of opioid dependence, primarily through substitution with methadone and buprenorphine. Overall, illicit drugs cause 1% per cent of global disease burden, the study shows. Drug abuse is a major and growing problem, says co-author Professor Harvey Whiteford from the University of Queensland. He says both opioids and amphetamines are high-risk, with amphetamines in particular causing aggression and admissions to emergency departments for psychosis. "There is no doubt Australia has a culture, especially among our young people, which does not see the taking of illicit substances or binge drinking as particularly detrimental to the health. Our study suggests otherwise."
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Firefighters Battle To Save San Francisco's Water Supply

One of the largest bushfires in California's history has roared deeper into Yosemite National Park, with firefighters battling to keep ash from contaminating San Francisco's main water supply. The blaze has burned to within about 1.5 kilometres from the Hetch Hetchy Reservoir that serves as the primary water supply for San Francisco and surrounding communities up to 320 km to the west. Ash has dropped onto the surface of the lake, but officials say testing of samples shows water quality remains healthy. If the water should become fouled by too much ash and soot and require filtration, it can be diverted through a treatment plant near San Francisco before being delivered to customers, they said. About 3,700 firefighters, backed by teams of bulldozers and water-dropping helicopters, continued their drive to encircle and suppress the flames. Officials say the fire is now 20 per cent contained, up from 15 per cent the previous day, although the overall footprint of the blaze continues to grow. "We are making progress," said Daniel Berlant, a spokesman for the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection. But a cooling trend forecast for the end of the week would bring much needed relief, he added. The so-called Rim Fire has charred 74,843 hectares - an area larger than the land mass of Chicago - since it erupted on August 17. Most of that has occurred in the Stanislaus National Forest west of Yosemite, according to Mr Berlant. It now ranks as the largest California wildfire since October 2007, when the Witch Fire torched more than 1,600 structures in San Diego County, and one of the 10 biggest in state history, according to CalFire records. A main road into Yosemite, one of America's top tourist destinations, remains closed, while two famous stands of giant sequoia trees, the Merced Grove and the Tuolumne Grove, were in the path of advancing flames. But the vast majority of the 1,200-square-mile park, including the Yosemite Valley area renowned for its towering rock formations, waterfalls, meadows and pine forests, remains open to the public. The Rim Fire, named for a Stanislaus National Forest lookout point called Rim of the World, has already damaged two of the three hydropower generating stations linked to the Hetch Hetchy Reservoir that supply electricity for all of San Francisco's public facilities, such as hospitals and firehouses. But the city has been drawing on reserve power stored for emergencies and purchasing additional electricity on the open market to make up for the difference. The cause of the blaze remains under investigation.
California's Yosemite Rim Fire Rages On
Indian Child Roona Begum Recovering After Hydrocephalus Surgery
Casino operator Las Vegas Sands has agreed to give up over $47 million as part of an agreement to avoid charges over its failure to report suspicious transactions by an alleged drug kingpin. The sum represents funds accepted by not want the government to know about Sands (LVS, Fortune 500) on behalf of these transfers." Zhenli Ye Gon, a native of China who is "All companies, especially casinos, are currently being held in the U.S. pending now on notice that America's anti-money extradition to Mexico on drug trafficking laundering laws apply to all people and charges, accused of importing chemicals every corporation, even if that company from his native country to Mexico for risks losing its most profitable customer," U.S. Attorney Andr Birotte Jr. said in a methamphetamine production. Ye Gon was a high-stakes gambler who statement. lost more than $125 million between 2004 A Sands spokesman said in a statement that and 2007, including over $84 million at "the company cooperated fully and that the Sands-owned Venetian in Las Vegas. effort was recognized by the government." The U.S. Attorney's Office in Los Angeles The government said the decision to said Ye Gon and his associates wired enter into a non-prosecution agreement money from a number of different banks was motivated in part by Sands' and currency exchange houses in Mexico extensive cooperation and "voluntary and complete disclosure of the conduct." to Sands accounts in the U.S. Federal law requires banks and other The company has since improved its institutions that handle money transfers to internal compliance program, the DOJ flag suspicious transactions. Prosecutors said. say the volume of Ye Gon's transfers and Sands CEO Sheldon Adelson is a major the vague sources of the funds should contributor to Republican politicians. He bankrolled a number of campaigns in have raised red flags. At one point, the Justice Department 2012, donating an estimated $30 million says, when Sands personnel asked to support Republican presidential Ye Gon to transfer his money in large nominee Mitt Romney and about $20 sums rather than in small increments, million to Winning Our Future, a super he responded that he "preferred to wire PAC with ties to former House speaker the money incrementally because he did and presidential candidate Newt Gingrich.
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The pictures may be difficult to look at, but 18-month-old Roona Begum's story of survival is remarkable. Soon after she was born in a remote village in northeastern India, Roona was diagnosed with an extreme form of hydrocephalus -- a disorder causing cerebral fluid to build up in the brain. Doctors had given Roona just a few months to live. "Day-by-day, her head started growing bigger, she stopped wanting to eat, she would just lie in bed, it became very difficult for us to carry her and take her anywhere," says Roona's father Abdul Rehman says. Roona's head grew to a circumference of 94 centimeters, almost triple the size of a normal baby. There were ten liters of excess fluid inside her brain. Her head was so heavy she could barely move. Hydrocephalus is more common among infants and older adults. The condition is caused by overproduction, obstruction or lack of absorption of the cerebral fluid in the brain. The skin of her head has stretched so far, it pulled her eyelids over her eyes, making it impossible for Roona to see. Her mother, Fatima Begum, would draw eyebrows on Roona with black kohl everyday just to try and make her look more normal. "She had such a big head, it was scary for people to see her," Fatima explains. Roona may be Abdul and Fatima's only child, but they couldn't afford to treat her. Roona's 18-year-old father works at a brick kiln earning less than $3 a day. For more than a year and a half, they took care of Roona in their tworoom mud hut, with little knowledge or means of doing much else. In April this year, a journalist took photos of Roona and soon people all over the world including two Norwegian students Natalie Krantz and Jonas Borchgrevink were moved by her condition. Krantz and Borchgrevink put Roona's photo on a crowd funding website, hoping to raise $1,600 to cover her shunt surgery. In two months, they raised double that amount, and by August 2013, they raised more than $60,000. They've transferred half of this amount to the charity arm of Fortis Hospital in New Delhi for her treatment. The hospital
covered the remaining half of the expenses. The students plan to send the remaining amount for Roona's aftercare. When Roona arrived at Fortis, her condition shocked even chief neurosurgeon Sandeep Vaishya, who has treated hundreds of children with hydrocephalus. "We had never seen anything like that and we were completely clueless as to how we'd go about treating her. There was no precedent of treating a child with such an extreme case of hydrocephalus. We learned as we went," Vaishya says. Initially, Vaishya wasn't hopeful about the surgery. Roona was malnourished, she had major infections on the back of her head from the pressure of lying down all day, and her skin was very thin and delicate. Cerebral shunt is the standard treatment for hydrocephalus. It's a simple procedure which involves inserting a drainage tube to keep the fluids flowing at the proper rate. But due to the size of Roona's head and her small, frail body, Roona's treatment was particularly challenging. Vaishya says the surgery posed a huge risk to her life, and at one point they almost lost her. Much to the relief of her parents and her doctors, Roona has pulled through. After five surgeries, Roona's head is now down to a circumference of 58 centimeters, still larger than the average 38 to 48 centimeters, but small enough to allow her to live a reasonably normal life. She constantly moves her head around, she is playful and most importantly, she can now see. She is finally getting the chance to be the baby she really is. "It feels really good to see her now, she looks beautiful and happy," Fatima says. Back in her village, Roona has become the center of attention. It's still painful for her to sit up but she smiles a lot, and her eyes, now visible, keep wandering in a frenzied pace. "We want Roona to read and write once she grows up. Both of us (mother and father) are illiterate so we don't want her to be like us. We want her to have a bright future," Fatima says. It's too early to tell if Roona will ever be completely normal in her appearance as several operations still lie ahead, but the signs thus far are promising.
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Desk Used By Pierre Trudeau And Condo Market Remains Healthy, Jean Chretien Up For Auction New Report Shows
Canadas condo market is not headed for a bust, although sales are expected to drop for 2013, according to a new report from mortgage insurer Genworth Canada and the Conference Board of Canada. They suggest that population growth and employment gains will keep the condo market healthy enough to absorb the supply of new units. Economists and real estate experts have expressed concern about major centres such as Vancouver, Montreal and Toronto where condo construction continues at a rapid pace, despite falling sales. Federal Finance Minister Jim Flaherty said his department watches the condo and housing market and has acted to cool it over the past 18 months. But the Genworth report says there is continued demand for condos, in part because they are affordable. "Whether it's first-time homebuyers entering homeownership, empty-nesters looking to downsize, or professionals seeking a shorter commute, condos appear to remain a popular option for urban Canadians," said Brian Hurley, CEO of Genworth Canada. Aging population, growing economy There are many fundamentals to say the condo market will stay strong, says Mario Lefebvre, director for the Conference Board of Canada. "Our economy has been reasonably firm. Its not breaking records but its doing well. The U.S. economy is finally showing signs of life. Population keeps on growing in Canada its also aging and that's good for the condominimum market," he told CBC's The Lang & O'Leary Exchange. Lefebvre said he's not concerned about rising interest rates or the levels of debt Canadians are carrying. "Weve just been through an incredible period of low interest rates. Weve had below three per cent for a five-year mortgage. People have locked that in, which means that, right now, the level of debt is high, but people are paying away at a rapid pace because when you have a mortgage at 2.99 interest rate,
Getting ready to spruce up your office? Maybe the desk used by Pierre Trudeau and Jean Chretien is just the touch to add a little zing to your space. After all, the desk by award-winning designer Alexandra Champalimaud created specifically for Trudeau is unlike anything youd find in your average big-box store. The desk from Trudeaus Montreal law office is part of a three-piece set that also includes his office drawers and cabinet. The office set will be sold in an online auction by the Heffel Fine Art Auction House, with bids being accepted
between Sept. 5 and Sept. 26. The furniture is made of various materials such as maple burl wood and veneer, marble and bronze metal. Trudeau, who was prime minister from 1968 to 1979 and 1980 to 1984, used the desk after he quit politics and returned to law with the firm of Heenan Blaikie. He died in 2000. Chretien, who was prime minister from 1993 to 2003, used the desk when he joined the firm in 2004. Proceeds of the sale will go to the Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation, which promotes research in the humanities and social sciences.
Woman Reclaims Stolen Bike From Craigslist Seller

A Vancouver woman says she decided to take justice into her own hands after she allegedly spotted her stolen bike for sale online. Kayla Smith thought she was never going to get her bike back after it went missing, but then the next day it popped up for sale on Craigslist. So she contacted the seller and arranged to meet him at a McDonald's restaurant. Once he arrived she quickly spotted some stickers and special brakes on the bike that she says confirmed it was hers. "Holy crap this is my bike," Smith told CBC News. "Like what do I do? And then I was just, like, play dumb." The seller told her he'd bought it from his roommate. "And then I was like, hum, no you didn't. You stole it from me last night, you liar," she said she thought to herself. So she asked if she could take it for a
Kayla Smith says she spotted her bike on Craiglist the day after it was stolen
test ride around the parking lot, "and then I just got on it... and rode away," she said. When CBC News called the seller's phone number listed in the original Craigslist post, the person denied the allegations. Vancouver police Const. Brian Montague cautions against confronting alleged thieves. "This can be really dangerous. You don't know who you're dealing with," he said. "We would obviously suggest if you see your stolen property or something you believe to be your stolen property for sale online, we can arrange with the victim to set up a meeting to purchase this, just like the victim did in this case." Smith did file a report with Vancouver police when the bike was stolen, but Montague says police are now unable to catch the person responsible for stealing the bike.
Buy now, pay later administration fees under scrutiny A B.C. Supreme Court justice has ruled In 2000, a Ministry of Finance audit against The Brick, one of the province's found the Brick had collected $2.4 biggest furniture retailers, in a battle million in administration fees over the over its 'buy now-pay later' scheme. previous four years. The Brick appealed a fine of $200,000 The company claimed the fee was in relation to a marketing scheme that separate from the furniture purchase promises customers they can purchase price and exempt from tax, but items at the store and pay for them up the government argued that since to 18 months later. customers couldn't take advantage of The store requires customers to sign up the "Buy Now, Pay Later" deal without for a Brick Card and in exchange for a paying the fee, it was clearly part of a fee, the Brick arranges financing. customer's package price. But according to a B.C. Supreme Court The B.C. Supreme Court justice agreed, ruling, the company which owns The the Brick lost its appeal, and must now Brick Quinico Financial wasn't make a deferred tax payment of more paying tax on that fee. than $200,000.
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you pay a large chunk of capital and very little interest," he said. The aging population also helps the condo market as the boomers are approaching retirement age. "As people age, then tend to sell the 2,000-square-foot single homes and move into condominiums and that is certainly going to happen in Canada," he said. On Tuesday, a report from RBC pointed out how affordable condos remain by comparison to detached homes in most cities. RBC estimated a two-storey home took an average of 48.4 per cent of Canadians pretax income, while a condo took about 27.9 per cent. Robin Wiebe, a senior economist at the conference board, says softer prices in the condo market, where prices have been falling slightly, are making condos an affordable way for Canadians to achieve homeownership." In Vancouver, Canadas most expensive housing market, condos are still an affordable option, he said. He calls Vancouver a buyer's market in 2013 because of prices moving downward over the past few years, but says sales and prices will pick up in 2014. Toronto has a huge inventory of completed and unsold new condominiums, but Wiebe expects builders to pull back from the market in 2013 and 2014 until sales recover. "Markets in Toronto and Montreal are cooling, but we think they will avoid major downturns, partly because, on the demand side, demographic requirements remain decent," the report says. It predicts prices will rise in all major cities over the next two years. Edmonton is expected to see condo prices rise moderately in 2013, for the first time since 2007, as inventory levels become more balanced. A modest recovery in the Canadian economy will push employment up modestly, while populations expand, leading to an increase in demand for housing, he said. Interest rates are on the way up, but will increase only gradually, so Canadians will continue to enter the housing market, the report said.
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Those who arrived in Canada after 1986 less successful economically, author says A new report suggests immigrants are completely, he says the changes should imposing a "fiscal burden" of about $20 be phased in by making it applicable billion a year on Canadian taxpayers only to new immigrants arriving after and recommends a number of radical the adoption of the proposed policy, changes to the country's immigration allowing immigrants already in Canada selection process, including bringing to continue with the sponsorship of an end to the sponsorship of parents their parents and grandparents. and grandparents. In May, Citizenship and Immigration The report, released by the Fraser Minister Jason Kenney announced Institute, also proposes that the new criteria for sponsoring parents and current immigrant selection process, grandparents to come to Canada that are which relies heavily on political aimed at ensuring elderly immigrants don't considerations, be replaced with one end up on welfare or in social housing. that relies primarily on the private Don't bring parents here for welfare, sector and labour market conditions. Kenney says "I recommend we get rid of the current "I looked at the detailed steps he has system altogether, because it relies on taken and theyre all the right direction," decisions made by politicians on issues Grubel said of Kenney's reforms. "But which are virtually unknowable and I am skeptical that they will in fact we substitute for it the judgment of succeed in bringing in immigrants that business people," said will, in fact, pay for the government Herbert Grubel, a senior fellow at the services that they consume and will not Fraser Institute and author of the report. impose a burden on taxpayers." "People who employ workers, who The report also advocates for a public know how much they can pay and have inquiry about the number of immigrants the government only make sure that the that are admitted into Canada on system works well and that the pay that economic and humanitarian grounds. is offered to these workers is at least Grubel said his research also indicated enough to pay for the services they that immigrants who arrived in Canada receive." after 1986 have been less successful While Grubel argues that immigration economically than those who arrived of parents and grandparents be stopped before that time.
Immigrants A 'Fiscal Burden,' Child Sex Crimes To Draw Stronger Fraser Institute Report Suggests Penalties, PM Harper Vows
Families whose loved ones grave-sites were desecrated by thieves this month will have the stolen bronze flower vases replaced at no cost. Officials at Victory Memorial Park say they are also boosting security on the 36-acre South Surrey grounds in response to the thefts, and are appealing to scrap-metal dealers to be on the lookout for anyone trying to sell the containers. Unfortunately, the theft of bronze from cemeteries is an issue really right across North America, Bob Linklater, the parks general manager, said Tuesday. As the price of metal continues to rise, unfortunately so does the theft of those type of metals. Police are investigating the theft of nearly 50 of the vases, 17 of which were noted to have disappeared overnight Aug. 21. Bob Linklater and assistant manager Don Calder were first alerted to the problem about three weeks ago, after grounds crews started noticing vases missing from random grave markers. The majority of those targeted are in an area of the park, at 14831 28 Ave., that is more forested than the rest. As of (Tuesday), there were 46 missing, Calder said Wednesday. He noted most have been taken in the cover of darkness, with culprits even going so far as to take vases currently in
Cemetery Boosts Security In Wake Of South Surrey Vase Thefts
use, casting aside flowers that families have placed to honour their loved ones. Families look at this as something very personal. Someone that they dearly loved died. This monument, this marker, represents that person, and now someone comes along and steals part of that, Calder said. He suspects whoever is behind the thefts arrived on foot, taking from random sites in the belief the crime might go unnoticed. He and Linklater said it would be challenging to cart away more than a few of the vases at a time. Standing about 10 inches tall, each weighs four to five pounds. Theyre heavy, theyre not something youre going to carry in your pocket or in your jacket, Linklater said. The retail value of the stolen vases is estimated in the tens of thousands of dollars. At press time Wednesday, Allen Seto, yard manager of ABC Recycling, told Peace Arch News that a woman brought an unusual number of the quite valuable vases to his Surrey site last week enough to prompt him to report the cache to police. Company policy is if we suspect any stolen product its got to be reported, Seto said. He doesnt know if the vases are the same ones taken from Victory Memorial but described the fact that
The Conservative government will bring in stronger penalties for people who commit sexual offences against children, Prime Minister Stephen Harper said today in Toronto. But it's not clear when the legislation will be introduced. Harper said last week that he wants to prorogue Parliament and return for a throne speech to set new policy goals for the second half of his mandate. That involves going to Gov. Gen. David Johnston and asking him to prorogue. Parliament was supposed to return Sept. 16, but the House and Senate won't be able to sit until after the throne speech. Harper said he expects the throne speech to happen sometime in October. It likely won't be until mid- to lateOctober, and no new legislation can be introduced until then. Justice Minister Peter MacKay was with Harper to make the announcement, pledging to offer help to victims and their families. The new measures being proposed
would: Require those convicted of child pornography and related offences to serve their sentences consecutively. A press release from Harper's office notes that would "apply particularly to offenders who have victimized multiple children." Increase maximum and minimum penalties for child sexual offences. Increase penalties for violation of conditions of supervision orders. Ensure that if a crime was committed while on parole or statutory release, it would be a mandatory factor to be considered in sentencing. Ensure that the spouse of a person charged with child pornography offences could be obliged to testify in court. "I cannot even begin to comprehend why those who sexually prey on children do the heinous things they do," Harper said, noting there are "truly evil people out there."
they could have been stolen from grave markers anywhere as somewhat appalling. Its crossing a line, and thats a pretty thick line, Seto said. As of PANs press deadline, no arrests had been made. Surrey Mayor Dianne Watts could
not be reached to comment on the issue, regarding the effectiveness of provincial and city laws that were enacted as recently as mid-2012 to help curb the problem. Anyone with information that could help identify those behind the thefts is asked to call Surrey RCMP at 604-599-0502.
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How Can You Raise A Clean Teen

So what are some of the ways you can put this philosophy into practice? Here are some ideas. Adjust your expectations. Face it: you wont be able to get your teens to do all the chores you want them to do. In fact, the more tasks you pile on, the less likely theyll do any of them. So decide whats really essential to you and what youre willing to let slide. Maybe your teen is refusing to make her bed every day and youre always fighting about it. You might want to take a step back. Does a made bed really matter to you that much? May be not. However, some other tasks like bringing dirty dishes to the sink could be absolute requirements in your book. Come to an agreement. Once you know what you want, sit down and talk. Negotiate with your teen a little. Come up with a cleaning plan that both parent and teen are comfortable with. Sure, it might not be either partys ideal, but its better than the never-ending argument. Be absolutely clear. Dont make the mistake of assuming that your kids will know what you mean when you say, Clean your room. What qualifies as clean, exactly? Picked up? Vacuumed and dusted? Or just a bit less disgusting than it is now? The answer might seem obvious to you it might seem like common sense -- but it might not be to them. If you were hiring a new employee, you wouldnt just tell them, Do a good job. Youd have a job description. Youd have a list of specific objectives. Its no different when youre talking to your kids about their cleaning responsibilities. You need to come up with a list of specifics. That way, you all know exactly what clean means and theres less room for miscommunication and argument. Have sensible consequences. So what happens if your kids dont clean up as theyre supposed to? There have to be consequences. Dont make up new punishments on the spot when youre angry. Youll probably regret it. Make the repercussions predictable and consistent. Sticking to the triedand-true is fine. Dock their allowance. Set earlier curfews. Take away car privileges. What if that doesnt work? What if after all that, your kids still wont clean their messy rooms? Explain to your teens that since they wont clean their rooms, youll hire someone to do it and pay for it out of their allowance. Require basic hygiene. Some teens are pretty careful with their appearance and hygiene because they dont want to stand out at school. But others dont seem to care something thats especially common with teenage boys. You might be uncertain how to
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broach the issue, since you dont want to knock your teens self-esteem. But experts say that its OK to set some minimum hygiene standards like showering daily and wearing clean clothes -- as part of their household responsibilities. If your kids dont, the usual punishments apply. Be a good example. Want your kids to clean up their act? Clean up yours first. If one of the parents is slovenly and doesnt provide a good example, how can you expect the teen to be conscientious about keeping things clean? Dont micromanage. Give your teens a task and a deadline. Then back off and let them accomplish it in their own way. So when your sons doing yard work, dont keep butting in with leaf-raking tips. Dont keep pushing your daughter, for her own sake, to get her laundry out of the way first thing in the morning. Sure, you mean well. But youre getting involved when you dont need to be, and probably driving your kids nuts which could make for some unnecessary conflict. Keep your cool. So your son told you five times! that he would take out the garbage. But he didnt, and the trashcans are now overflowing and buzzing with flies. Sure, youre angry. But try not to let anger dictate what you do next. As much as you can, you want to stick to the responsibilities and repercussions that youve worked out with your teen. Keeping things predictable will make it less personal and less heated. Dont be mean. Parents have to be careful not to get negative. Dont start demeaning your kid, calling her a slob all the time. That doesnt work. Instead, you need to help build your teens self-image, and to encourage basic cleanliness as a sign of self-respect. Consider the larger issues. If you tell your teens that youre making them wash your car to build their character, that probably wont go over well. But remember that requiring your teens to clean up around the house isnt only about your personal desire to have a neat living room. Theres a larger purpose to getting your kids to clean up after themselves. Parents are teaching their kids an important lesson about respecting other people and other peoples property. Keeping things tidy really will matter when theyre adults. In a few years, these adolescents will be on their own and dating. Theyll have roommates. They need to know how to clean up after themselves. Treating your teens seriously and talking about how their behavior will affect their adult lives might really help the conversation. Theres some final advice thats at least
as important as the other suggestions: Dont try to change who your kids are. Part of the issue here is personality and temperament. Can you require that your teens do their own laundry and pick up their shoes? Yes. Can you make sloppy teens become a fastidious, tidy people? No no more than you can make them, through force of will, into concert cellists or medal-winning high divers. Our kids are not ourselves. You cant
impose your own personality on them. So as parents, you need to set some standards for how your kids behave in your house and some expectations they have to meet. But dont go too far beyond that. Dont try to change how they think. Respecting your teens individuality can mean compromise accepting that theyre just not quite as tidy as you wish they were, and that its not something that arguing will change.
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Your Health
Flossing Facts You Should Know

Flossing is indeed an important part of your oral care routine which is why your dentist advises you to floss every time you visit him. Here are ten facts you should know about flossing: Fact 1 Food and bacteria like to hide in the spaces between your teeth and no matter how thoroughly you brush your toothbrush bristles just cant reach them. Thats where flossing comes handy! Flossing removes plaque from areas that the toothbrush cant reach i.e. between your teeth and under the gum line and helps prevent gum disease, tooth decay and bad breath. Fact 2 The Nylon floss is more widely used. The waxed variety is sturdier and is generally used by people with braces or smaller spaces between teeth. It is also easier to slip it between teeth because of the wax coating. They are also available in flavoured and unflavoured varieties. Fact 3 Nylon floss usually tears or shreds when used between teeth with tight contact points. PTFE is softer than the nylon floss and slides more easily between the teeth. It is also less likely to tear or shred. Fact 4 Dental floss is commonly supplied in plastic dispensers which may contain 10 to 100 meters of floss. They are also available in single-use holders. Floss picks have specially designed plastic handle to hold the floss. Fact 5 Older adults who have trouble manipulating floss with their fingers can use battery-operated electric floss which removes plaque effectively and is safe to use. The device contains a floss-like string that vibrates rapidly between the teeth. The vibrating action stimulates the gums too. Fact 6 Floss gently and thoroughly once a day, preferably after you are done with eating for the day, i.e. before you go to sleep. Fact 7 Flossing prior to brushing is thought to facilitate fluoride from the toothpaste to reach between your teeth Fact 8 To floss efficiently, you need to break off and wrap about 18 to 20 inches of floss around your middle fingers, winding each end of the floss into middle finger of each hand leaving a few inches of floss to clean your teeth with. Fact 9 Irregular and improper flossing can lead to bleeding gums. When you insert the floss at the top of the tooth and guide it gently downwards between your teeth you need to take care not to snap the floss into the gums. You should place it beneath the gum line and gently curve the floss around each tooth making a C-shape and then remove food debris by scraping the side as well as front and back of each tooth with back-andforth motion. Fact 10 Use a clean section of floss to clean each tooth. This will avoid transferring plaque bacteria from one tooth to another.
Getting enough sleep is the most important thing but did you know that how you sleep can also impact your health? Lets take a look at eight common sleeping positions and what they do to your body. or if youre pregnant. 1. On Your Back, Arms at Sides Sleeping on your back with your arms 5. On Side, Arms at Sides at your side is generally considered When youre sleeping on your side to be the best sleeping position for with both arms down, the spine is best spine health and its good for your supported in its natural curve. This can neck, too, as long as you dont use definitely help reduce back and neck too many pillows. That said, back pain while also reducing sleep apnea. sleepers tend to snore more than The downside? Sleeping on the side those in any other position and sleep can contribute to skin aging due to apnea is strongly associated with gravity, meaning facial wrinkles and sagging breasts. sleeping on the back. 6. On Side, Arms Out 2. On Your Back, Arms Up This so-called starfish position is This position has many of the same also good for the back. Whether you benefits of sleeping on your side with have your arms up around your pillow your arms straight down. However, or not, sleeping on your back may also any side sleeping can cause shoulder help to prevent facial wrinkles and skin and arm pain due to restricted blood breakouts. However, like the arms- flow and pressure on the nerves, which down back sleeping position, this one may be exacerbated by having your can also result in snoring and problems arms out in front of you. with acid reflux. Plus, having your 7. On the Right Side arms up can put pressure on nerves in If youre a side-sleeper, which side you sleep on also makes a difference. your shoulders, leading to pain. Sleeping on the right side can worsen 3. Face Down Sleeping on your stomach can improve heartburn while sleeping on the left digestion but unless youve developed side can put strain on internal organs a way to breathe through your pillow, like the liver, lungs, and stomach (while it most likely leads to you tilting your minimizing acid reflux). For pregnant face in one direction or the other. This sleepers, doctors typically advise can put a lot of strain on the neck. sleeping on the left side, since this can Sleeping face down can also cause improve circulation to the fetus. back pain, as the curve of the spine is 8. Pillow-Supplemented Regardless of which sleeping position not supported. you prefer, its highly likely that you 4. Fetal Position Sleeping all curled up into a ball with can get a better nights rest with less your knees drawn up and your chin pain in the morning by supplementing tilted down might be comfortable but your body with a pillow. it can do a number on your back and Back sleepers can put a small pillow under the arch of their spine, side neck. The extreme curl of the fetal position sleepers can place a pillow between can also restrict deep breathing. That their knees, and stomach sleepers considered, sleeping like a fetus can can place a pillow under their hips to have you sleeping like a baby if you support the joints and allow for full, typically have problems with snoring pain-free relaxation.
8 Sleeping Positions And Their Effects On Health
This information is provided for knowledge and educational purposes only. Individuals should visit their physicians for more information on their health.
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Low Blood Pressure

Blood pressure is the force exerted the blood pressure in the normal range by circulating blood on the walls of unless blood loss becomes so severe blood vessels. It constitutes one of that the responses are overwhelmed. the critically important signs of life Is low blood pressure bad for your or vital signs which include heart health? beat, breathing, and temperature. People who have lower blood pressures Blood pressure is generated by the have a lower risk of stroke, kidney heart pumping blood into the arteries disease, and heart disease. Athletes, modified by the response of the arteries people who exercise regularly, people blood pressure in the arteries during blood can be stored in the veins who maintain ideal body weight, to the flow of blood. and less blood returns to the heart and non-smokers tend to have lower An individual's blood pressure is contraction of the ventricle (systolic for pumping into the arteries. As a blood pressures. Therefore, low blood expressed as systolic/diastolic blood pressure) is higher because blood is result, the heart pumps less blood, pressure is desirable as long as it is not pressure, for example, 120/80.The being actively ejected into the arteries. and blood pressure is lower. On low enough to cause symptoms and systolic blood pressure (the top It is lower during relaxation of the the other hand, when veins narrow, damage to the organs in the body. number) represents the pressure in ventricle (diastolic pressure) when no less blood is stored in the veins, What are low blood pressure signs the arteries as the muscle of the heart blood is being ejected into the arteries. more blood returns to the heart and symptoms? contracts and pumps blood into them. The pulse that we can feel when we for pumping into the arteries, and When blood pressure is not sufficient The diastolic blood pressure (the place our fingers over an artery is blood pressure is higher. bottom number) represents the pressure caused by the contraction of the left to deliver enough blood to the organs The arterioles can expand and of the body, the organs do not work in the arteries as the muscle of the ventricle and the ejection of blood. narrow. Expanded arterioles properly and can be temporarily or heart relaxes following its contraction. Blood pressure is determined by create less resistance to the flow of permanently damaged. For example, Blood pressure always is higher when two factors: 1) The amount of blood blood and decrease blood pressure, if insufficient blood flows to the brain, the heart is pumping (squeezing) than pumped by the left ventricle of the heart into the arteries, and 2) the resistance while narrowed arterioles create brain cells do not receive enough when it is relaxing. more resistance and raise blood oxygen and nutrients, and a person can The range of systolic blood pressure for to the flow of blood caused by the walls pressure. most healthy adults falls between 90 of the arterioles (smaller arteries). feel lightheaded, dizzy, or even faint. and 120 millimeters of mercury (mm Generally, blood pressure tends to be The kidney can respond to Going from a sitting or lying position changes in blood pressure by to a standing position often brings Hg). Normal diastolic blood pressure higher if more blood is pumped into increasing or decreasing the out symptoms of low blood pressure. ranges between 60 and 80 mm Hg. the arteries or if the arterioles are amount of urine that is produced. This occurs because standing causes Current guidelines define normal blood narrow and/or stiff. (Narrow and/or Urine is primarily water that is blood to "settle" in the veins of the pressure range as lower than 120/80. stiff arterioles, by resisting the flow removed from the blood. When lower body, and this can lower the Blood pressures over 130/80 are of blood, increase blood pressure.) the kidney makes more urine, blood pressure. If the blood pressure considered high. High blood pressure Arterioles may become narrower when the muscles surrounding them contract. the amount (volume) of blood is already low, standing can make the increases the risk of developing: Arterioles may become stiff and that fills the arteries and veins low pressure worse, to the point of -heart disease, narrow when older patients develop decreases, and this lowers blood causing symptoms. The development -kidney disease, pressure. If the kidneys make of lightheadedness, dizziness, or -hardening of the arteries atherosclerosis. Blood pressure tends to be lower if less urine, the amount of blood fainting upon standing caused by low (atherosclerosis or arteriosclerosis), less blood is being pumped into the that fills the arteries and veins blood pressure is called orthostatic -eye damage, and arteries or if the arterioles are larger increases and this increases blood hypotension. Normal individuals are -stroke. pressure. Compared with the other able to compensate rapidly for the low Low blood pressure (hypotension) is and more flexible and, therefore, have mechanisms for adjusting blood pressure created by standing with the pressure so low it causes symptoms less resistance to the flow of blood. pressure, changes in the production responses discussed previously and do or signs due to the low flow of blood How does the body maintain normal of urine affect blood pressure not develop orthostatic hypotension. through the arteries and veins. When blood pressure? slowly over hours and days. (The When there is insufficient blood the flow of blood is too low to deliver The body has mechanisms to alter or other mechanisms are effective in pressure to deliver blood to the coronary enough oxygen and nutrients to vital maintain blood pressure and blood seconds.) organs such as the brain, heart, and flow. There are sensors that sense blood arteries (the arteries that supply blood kidney, the organs do not function pressure in the walls of the arteries and For example, low blood volume due to to the heart's muscle), a person may normally and may be temporarily or send signals to the heart, the arterioles, bleeding (such as a bleeding ulcer in develop chest pain (a symptom of the veins, and the kidneys that cause the stomach or from a severe laceration angina) or even a heart attack. permanently damaged. Unlike high blood pressure, low blood them to make changes that lower or from an injury) can cause low blood When insufficient blood is delivered pressure is defined primarily by signs increase blood pressure. There are pressure. The body quickly responds to the kidneys, the kidneys fail to and symptoms of low blood flow several ways in which blood pressure to the low blood volume and pressure eliminate wastes from the body, for and not by a specific blood pressure can be adjusted - by adjusting the by the following adjustments which all example, urea (BUN) and creatinine, number. Some individuals routinely amount of blood pumped by the heart increase blood pressure: and increases in their levels in the may have blood pressures of 90/50 into the arteries (cardiac output), the The heart rate increases and blood occur. the forcefulness of the heart's Shock is a life-threatening condition with no symptoms and therefore do amount of blood contained in the contractions increase thus pumping where persistently low blood pressure not have low blood pressure. However, veins, the arteriolar resistance, and the more blood through the heart. others who normally have higher blood volume of blood. causes organs such as kidney(s), liver, pressures may develop symptoms The heart can speed up and Veins narrow to return more blood heart, lung, and brain to fail rapidly contract more frequently and to the heart for pumping. of low blood pressure if their blood it can eject more blood with Blood flow to the kidneys decreases pressure drops to 100/60. each contraction. Both of these to reduce the formation of urine How is blood pressure generated? responses increase the flow of and thereby increases the volume During relaxation of the heart (diastole) Continued Next Week blood into the arteries and increase of blood in the arteries and veins. the left ventricle of the heart fills with blood pressure. Arterioles narrow to increase blood returning from the lungs. The resistance to blood flow left ventricle then contracts and pumps The veins can expand and narrow. When veins expand, more These adaptive responses will keep blood into the arteries (systole). The This information is provided for knowledge and educational purposes only. Individuals should visit their physicians for more information on their health.
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THINKING OF BECOMING A CANADIAN CITIZEN?

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D. The United States Confederate army came to settle in Canada. 6) Which countries fought in the War of 1812? A. France, Great Britain and United States of America. B. Canada and United States of America. C. France and United Kingdom. D. United Kingdom and United States of America. 7) How can you contact your Member of Parliament? A. Write a letter to the Prime Minister. B. Call the office of the party in power. C. Write a letter to the Premier of your province. D. Write a letter to the House of Commons. 8) What are three minerals still being mined in the territories today? A. Gold, lead and zinc. B. Tin, lead and aluminum. C. Nickel, gold and lead. A. Being able to have freedom of speech. B. Being able to work and move. C. Being able to have a job in any provinces. D. Being able to live and work anywhere in Canada. 4) Who do Canadians vote for in a federal election? A. All candidates in their electoral district. B. A candidate whom they want to represent them in Parliament. C. The best speaker running the election campaign. D. Someone to become the Premier of the province. 5) What does Confederation mean? A. The merger of colonies to form a province. B. The combination of neighborhood to build a larger community. C. The joining of provinces to become a new country. D. Silver, lead and zinc. 9) What is a Cabinet Minister? A. MP selected by the Queen to make laws. B. Candidate picked by the Prime Minister. C. MP selected by the Prime Minister to run federal departments. D. MP picked by the Premier of each province. 10) Fatima is a new immigrant to Canada. Why can she choose to take a job like any man? A. Because she came from United Kingdom. B. Because she has a university degree. C. Because of the equality between French and English. D. Because of the equality of women and men in Canada. 1.D 6.D 2.D 7.D ANSWERS 3.D 4.B 8.A 9.C 5.C 10.D
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? Continued From Last Week If you break a law in Canada and the justice system finds you guilty, there will be consequences. For minor offences such as theft and dangerous driving, you may have to pay fines, do community service and spend a short time in prison. For more major offences, such as hurting someone, you may go to prison for a longer time. For serious offences, such as killing someone, you may go to prison for life. Your duties under the law Every resident of Canada must report to the police any crimes that they know about or that they see happen. Canadian residents may also be asked to help the criminal justice system by sitting on a jury. To sit on a jury, you must be a resident of the province where the court case is being heard and also be at least 18 years of age. Rules about juries vary among provinces and territories. Human rights Canadian citizens and residents have rights It is important for you to learn about your rights and duties in Canada. You should also know how important
the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms is to what we believe and how we live in this country. The Charter protects your rights The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms is part of Canadas Constitution and protects you from the moment you arrive in Canada. It sets out the values that Canadians live by and describes the kinds of personal human rights and freedoms we can expect in this country. Some of those rights and freedoms include: The right to life, liberty and personal security Freedom of conscience and religion Freedom of thought, belief, opinion and expression, including freedom of the press and other media Freedom to hold peaceful meetings Freedom to join groups Protection from unreasonable search or seizure and unjustified detainment and imprisonment The right to be presumed innocent until proven guilty The right to retain and instruct counsel (a lawyer) without delay
Start Your Life In Canada What happens if you do not obey the law?
The right to a fair trial, through due process of law The right to equal protection and benefit under the law, without discrimination Rights come with responsibilities People who live in Canada are expected to understand and obey Canadian laws, allow other Canadians to enjoy their rights and freedoms and help preserve Canada's multicultural heritage. It is also important for Canadians to become informed about politics and help to improve their communities and the country. Citizens of Canada have other rights and freedoms, such as the right to vote in elections. Rights for all Canada does not tolerate abuse In Canada, abuse is a very serious offence. Violence toward any person man, woman or childis against the law. No one has the right to hit or threaten people or to force them into sexual activities. The law applies no matter who the person iswife or husband, partner, girlfriend or boyfriend, parent, another relative or a
stranger. Parents are required by law to take proper care of their children and guardians of the sick or elderly must take proper care of those in their care. Police, doctors, teachers and childrens aid officials will act when a child, spouse, or sick/elderly person is being abused. In serious cases of abuse, officials may take away children in danger or help a spouse or sick or elderly person who is in danger. Women have rights In Canada, men and women are equal. The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms states that they have the same rights. Discrimination against womenwhich includes unjust treatmentand violence toward women are both against the law. Women who are abused by their husbands can find help for themselves and their children in community shelters. These women may also get legal protection to keep them safe.
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Yes, We Are Looking For Om Puri: Police
Veteran actor Anupam Kher took to a social networking platform Monday to wish his wife Kirron a happy 28th anniversary. He even posted an old photograph. "Happy 28th Anniversary to Kirron-ji and I. Picture was taken 20 years back on the sets of 'Satyajit Ray Presents',"
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he posted on Twitter. "Satyajit Ray Presents" was a TV miniseries showcased in the 1980s. Anupam married Kirron in 1985. It was his first wedding, while Kirron was earlier married to businessman Gautam Berry. She has a son Sikander, also an actor, from her first marriage.
Om Puri is not traceable, a police officer said Tuesday, adding the actor was being sought in the wake of a domestic violence complaint filed by his wife. Om Puri's wife Nandita lodged a complaint against him on Aug 23 at the Versova Police Station. "When Nandita Puri had come to the police station, we sent her to Cooper Hospital and she also submitted a medical report post the check up," the police officer from Versova Police station told. "In her statement, she said that she had been hit with a stick by her husband.
Ever since she had filed the case, we have been looking for him. There have been no developments so far as we are still looking for him," the officer added. The couple had been facing problems in their relationship since Nandita come out with a biography on her husband - "Unlikely Hero: The Story Of Om Puri" in 2009 highlighting some of his most private sexual incidents. The revelation in the book had upset 62-year-old Padma Shri winner, known for his work in films like "Aakrosh" and "Ardh Satya". He also entertained viewers with his comic timing in "Hera Pheri".
Mallika Sherawat has begun shooting for her upcoming TV show in Udaipur which is the desi version of the American dating series, The Bachelorette A birdie from the sets chirps to say that the sex siren is continously hooked to her cellphone. She apparently can't let go off it even while shooting. Mallika is either always chatting with someone, micro- blogging or surfing the web on her cell. While shooting for the promos in Film City earlier this month, Mallika would be with the cell in hand even during the shoot. Phew.
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Jeetendra, Shobha, Ekta And Tusshar To Take A Family Holiday After 14 Years
I Got My First Film Because Of Who I Was: Parineeti Chopra

Parineeti Chopra insists she has been getting work on her own despite having a successful and top line actress Priyanka Chopra as her cousin. Parineeti joined Yash Raj Films as a public relations consultant and later went on to sign a three-film deal with the company as an actress. "I got my first film because of who I was. And after I started getting awards, people started knowing me. I don't have to sell myself. I think directors come to me if they feel I suit the role," Parineeti told in an interview. "She (Priyanka) being my sister helps me in a way but I got work on my own. As we are not from filmi family so I know who to fall back on for ideas and suggestions. Her being my sister and her presence in the industry makes me more confident," she added. Asked if she takes suggestions from her sister before deciding on her film, she said, "I choose my films on my own. I chose them with Aditya Chopra and Maneesh Sharma's help but when I am ever in doubt I ask her." But the 24-year-old "Ladies vs Ricky Bahl" star feels there is a flip side as well being Priyanka's cousin as there are constant comparisons between the two. "Because you don't know us personally so it is a big thing for an outsider. We have grown up together wearing each other's clothes. When comparisons happen we just laugh out, we don't understand why it is happening," she said. Parineeti will be seen next in YRF's "Shuddh Desi Romance" directed by Maneesh Sharma, with Sushant Singh Rajput and newcomer Vaani Kapoor. Interestingly, "Shuddh Desi Romance" and Priyanka's "Zanjeer" are releasing on September 6, but Parineeti denies any competition between the Chopra sisters. Parineeti is equally excited about Priyanka's film and said, "I have seen the promos and I loved it," she added.
As is the case with many high-profile families Jeetendra, Shobha Kapoor, Ekta and Tusshar all have independent, hectic schedules. They do not even have much time for of Shobha's best friend's son. While Ekta each other at home. While they are can't join them for the marriage, as her very close emotionally, they neither eat own best friend (Anita Hassanandani) their meals together nor party together is getting married around the same time and have not taken a family holiday in in India, she will join her parents and the past 14 years, barring the one-day brother post the marriage for a onetrip they took to Tirupati on Jeetendra's week holiday in South France. 70th birthday last year. Shobha has plans to spoil her children This October, Jeetendra and Shobha will silly during this vacation with loads of join Tusshar in Cannes for the wedding shopping.
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Megastar Amitabh Bachchan will introduce Vivek Oberoi's character in 'Krrish 3'. Rakesh Roshan had approached Bachchan to introduce crucial parts of the film In the movie, Bachchan will introduce Vivek Oberoi's character and also explain the sequence of events that connect the two
Amitabh Bachchan To Be Part Of 'Krrish 3'
earlier films of the franchise 'Krrish 3'. "Amitabh Bachchan said yes to doing a voiceover of the film and his narration is important because it creates a connect between the three films and introduces the villain," Rakesh Roshan said. 'Krrish 3' also stars Hrithik Roshan, Priyanka Chopra, Kangana Ranaut.
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The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones (PG) * * * *

by ROBERT WALDMAN
At The Movies
My Controversies Affect My Family Too: Priyanka Chopra

Celebrities are no stranger to controversies, and Priyanka Chopra knows this. Having tasted her share of link-up rumours in the Hindi film industry, the actress admits that controversies do affect her family. The former Miss World, who has been in Bollywood for a decade, has been caught up in several controversies a fight with actress Kareena Kapoor and link-ups with married actors like Akshay Kumar and Shah Rukh Khan. The family girl says that such controversies hurt. "I am very private as a person and I believe that by giving a statement to controversies, I am giving importance to them due to which many more articles will pop up," Priyanka said . "Usually, they are very trivial things. I get very hurt and affected by controversies. I am a very family girl and controversies affect my family. I would rather just keep quiet," she said. "I am very black and white and have always been honest. I believe in honesty, but I don't believe that the entire world should know about my personal life. I am very private which I think is my right." The 31-year-old has been a part of multilingual films but wants to explore more. "I have done Hollywood, Bollywood and Tollywood - everything in just one month. I am an actor. Make me do any film. I worship my work. I don't have any priorities nor am I looking for any big crossovers. "I like expanding myself and as an artist wherever I can show my creativity in different ways, be it music, acting or anything. I never take my work for granted," she said. Many actresses like to play safe but Priyanka tries to do what people don't expect her to. Whether it is playing an autistic girl or learning martial arts, she is game for all difficult tasks. "I think I am a very weird kind of person. Whatever is difficult I feel like doing that. My mom always says 'why stress yourself so much and work for 24 hours?' "I try and do what people don't expect me to do. It would be easy for me to keep myself in a safe box which is expected as a heroine. I think it's more fun when you push the limits," she said. She is dedicated and hardworking for sure but she doesn't take her character home. "During 'Aitraaz' I was so new and got very much involved in my character. I have realized over time I tried to be a method actor, but it doesn't work for me. I am in the character only between the timespan of the action and the cut. After that I get bored. I can't do it. I do a lot of rehearsal and workshops for a few months," she said. The actress, now busy promoting her upcoming film "Zanjeer", directed by Apoorva Lakhia, said: "I do films for strange reasons. When Apoorva came to narrate this film, we discussed my character; when he left I thought I will really enjoy working with him. So I did the film." Priyanka says her character Mala, played by actress Jaya Bachchan in the original "Zanjeer" four decades ago, is completely different. "I am playing a Gujarati girl from New York who comes to attend a wedding. She witnesses a murder and how things change in her life is the story." The film also features Ram Charan and is slated for a September 7 release.
Mean Spirits!
Beware of the past. Despite the long title and mysterious origins, The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones is a definite eye-opener. Presented in these parts by EOne Entertainment this wicked fantasy is full out fun. Get in on the act at the Empire Studio 12, Colossus and Cineplex Odeon Theatres around B.C. Thought to be the start of a successful film franchise, The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones breathes new life into the realm of dark fantasy. Set in New York our story charts the course of a troubled? New York girl. Like most teens Clary Fray has problems with her mom. Little does the lass know that typical growing pains only foreshadow the danger she in fact is placed in. Cast as Clary in a breakout role is Lily Collins. All her rebellious spirit is needed as this girl gets immersed in a mystery with gothic overtones. Suddenly Clary sees strange visions which become reality as she gets propelled into the dark world complete with vampires, weird people only visible to her eyes and an unholy alliance.
` Being a young girl this miss also has boy problems which get magnified when the mysterious Jace strolls into her life. Solid as a rock in a brooding performance is top Camelot chameleon Jamie Campbell Bower who sizzles as a strange force who comes on strong as a protector in this mystery whose plot concerns a mad fiend, demons and a desire to take control of earth. And hisses will definitely whenever master demon Valentine Morgenstern surfaces. Bad guy Jonathan Rhys Meyers (Match Point) fine tunes his evil to perfection here. Under the capable direction of master filmmaker Harald Zwart this 130 minute epic is full of surprises. You will fall under the spell of a woman trying to stave off evil spirits that come to life. Demonic possession, power mad rulers, werewolves and vampires all figure prominently in this chilling thriller that boasts solid acting. Suspense, superior special effects and an eerie undertone all contribute to make The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones a gas of a good time.
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SUBRAMANIYA SWAMY TEMPLE OF BC

8840 No. 5 Road, Richmond, BC 604.274.7906
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SANATAN DHARM CULTURAL SOCIETY

SHIV MANDIR 5600 DORSET STREET, BURNABY BC PH: 604 -254 -2624
HOURS OF OPER ATION Monday 5:30pm9:00pm Tuesday 7:00pm9:00pm Sunday 10:00am12 noon
Then India Sanmarga Ikya Sangam Educational and Cultural Society, BC, Canada (EST. 1982 Incorporated S176969)
For Pooja Booking Contact: Aiyaar Shivachariyar Sada Shiva
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Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
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5441 - 125A St, Surrey B.C.
Affiliated with Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada
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Temple hours Monday to Sunday Daily Aarthi Ramayan Katha
9326 - 116th Street, Delta, BC

Morning 8:00am10:00am Evening 6:00pm8:00pm 7:00pm Friday 6:00pm10:00pm Pooja/Special Prayer Sessions/Temple/Hall PT. Shiu Madri 604.582.4899 PUJARI Soma Sundaran 604.363.7180 Maathar Sangam Activities & Volunteers Shakuntala Naidu 604.576.4529
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Hindi Punjabi Fraserview Gospel Chapel

Sunday Service 10:30 am12:00 noon 6:30PM - 7:30PM Service in Hindustani & Punjabi Sunday School for Children
14630-107A Avenue Surrey BC V3R 1V1 Serving the community since 1972
If youre looking for a place to belong or have been searching for answers to lifes questions or healing, come to our services or contact us. Allow us to introduce you to Jesus Christ and help you come into a full relationship with him.
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Sunday School/Worship Service: 1pm 11601-82nd Ave, Delta BC (604) 590-8836 samuel_k@telus.net www.abhiskhekassembly.com Services are in Hindi and English Senior Pastor Rev. Samuel Krishna
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ASIAN CHRIST CHURCH OF CANADA

Rev. Emmanuel Cheema 778-241-9066 asianchristchurch@yahoo.ca
Sunday Service @ 5.30 p.m. (Hindi, Urdu, Punjabi & English)
We pray for sickness, demon possessed & family problems. We have testimonies, come and see Gods great work.
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Social Gatherings at 1pm - Last Sunday of each Month at SHRI VENKATESHWARA MAHA VISHNU TEMPLE 9326 - 116th Street, Delta, BC
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#4-6468 King George Blvd, Surrey BC
Sunday Service @ 2:00PM

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38868 - 128th Street, Surrey BC
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Prayer, Counselling & Visitations Available
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ARYA SAMAJ SOCIETY OF BRITISH COLUMBIA

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12371 96 Avenue Surrey BC Sunday Service @ 6:00PM
Shree M ahalakshm i Tem ple

467 E 11th Ave Vancouver B.C V5T 2C8 604 874 0175 shreem ahalakshm i@ gm ail.com
Program s in August 2013 Date 04 Sunday 10 Saturday 16 Friday 20 Tuesday 25 Sunday 27 Tuesday 31 Saturday Tim e 10:30 am 6:00 pm 6:00 pm 6:30 pm 6:30 pm 7:30 pm 6:00 pm Program Shree H anum an M urthi Sthapana Day Shree Lakshm i Vinayaka Japa Shree Varalakshm i Vratam Shree M ahalakshm i Japa Raksha Bandhan, Upakarm a Nagapancham i puja Shree K rishna Janm ashtam i Shree H anum an 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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GMC says its mantra is Professional Grade. We're not sure if our profession suits the 2014 GMC Sierra, but it's suited for ours, now. After years of catering to people who make things with their hands, and carry things in their truck beds, the Sierra's been plugged in to the world of mobile connectivity--while it's also been carefully, almost universally reworked for better performance and better economy. GM has substantially refreshed both its full-size trucks for 2014, the Sierra and its cohort Chevy Silverado. Both get new powertrains, nicer cabins, weightier styling, and a raft of new infotainment and safety features. As a result, they land much closer in our overall ratings to our current benchmarks, the Ford F-150 and the Ram 1500.
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2014 GMC Sierra 1500

a large center-stack area (with a wide center console just aft). All are are large and straightforward, with cool blue primary lighting, red arms on the dials, and red backlighting. GM has updated its entire lineup of engines in the Sierra, with a new V-6 and two new V-8 engines, all with an aluminum block and heads and receiving direct injection, continuously variable valve timing, and Active Fuel Managementallowing them to run on just four cylinders when coasting or cruising in light-load conditions. If you're only into moderate towing, we'd study the V-6 carefully. It's quite capable, and the boost in torque and usable power means it could be time to rescale your powertrain ambitions. If you opt for the 5.3-liter V-8, your 355-horsepower result will be not so horrible gas mileage and muscular acceleration, combined with sky-high towing capacity. There's a 6.2-liter V-8 coming later, for 420 hp and 12,000 pounds of trailering. All three engines can be teamed with rear-wheel drive or four-wheel drive, and a six-speed automatic transmission (with a cruise grade braking feature to reduce brake wear) is offered across the line. It's not eight speeds, and that's fine, since it's staged to deal with available torque in the best way possible. All models get electric power steering, and four-wheel disc brakes with special long-life brake rotors are standard across the model line. The Sierra's ride quality is a bit better than before; it's the steering that gets our attention, with its quick reflexes and just-right weight.
It was plain to see the Sierra needed a visual reshoot, after seven years on the road. We'd call the new look gentle progress to a roughneck style. The look is refined enough but striking in its blocky, bluff front end and its chiseled fenders. The bold black-andmetallic grille makes a strong first impressionas do the chunky, flared fenders and projector headlamps with available LED trim lighting. It looks big, as big as a Sierra HD, something that will appeal to many, but not to all. Inside, the dash is still upright, with a simple design livened by soft-touch plastics and real aluminum, and opened up more by lower doorsills. Controls are arranged in several key areas, just to the left of the steering wheel or in
Make Smart Driving Decisions To Keep Kids Safe

As a new school year begins, ICBC and police throughout the province are asking drivers to make smart decisions: plan ahead, drive with extra caution and watch out for children. The most important thing to remember is that these crashes are preventable, which means we can all play a role in making our roads safer. Back to school is an exciting time for kids. As parents, we can help by reviewing our kids' daily routes, the rules of the road and how they can make smart decisions. We really need drivers to do their part, slow down and watch out for kids. Police will be out in full force, monitoring the 30 km/h school zones throughout the province to make sure that kids get off to a safe start this school year. Tips for parents and students Consider posting these safety tips somewhere in your home and review them with your kids even older children need to be reminded about road safety. No. 1: Remove your headphones; put away your phone, MP3 player or other gadgets when crossing a street. Focus your full attention on the road so you can see, hear and respond safely. No. 2: Use designated crossing points and follow pedestrian traffic signs and signals. Make eye contact with drivers, so you both know you see each other. The most common road safety error made by kids is not finding a safe place to cross. Teach your child to cross at intersections that have a pedestrian crossing light or a marked crosswalk whenever possible. No. 3: Dress to be seen. Wear bright or light coloured clothing. In dark or bad weather, wear reflective material on clothes or accessories. No. 4: Always walk on the inside edge of the sidewalk away from the road. This way, you're further away from the traffic. If there is no sidewalk, always walk facing traffic so you can see oncoming vehicles and drivers can see you. No. 5: Be aware of parked vehicles in parking lots and on the road. Drivers may not see you between parked vehicles and you may not see them moving. Before crossing or walking through a parking lot, stop and look left-right-left around the parked vehicle and avoid taking unnecessary shortcuts through parking lots. Tips for drivers When school is in session, a 30 km/h school zone speed limit is in effect from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. every school day, unless otherwise posted. Also, remember that vehicles approaching from both directions must stop for school buses when their lights are flashing. No. 1: Plan ahead and be alert. Driving routes with less traffic in the summer may now face congestion, so give yourself extra time to get to your destination. Take your time and don't rush especially through intersections. Look for children especially near or around crosswalks and intersections. No. 2: Always yield to pedestrians it's the law. No. 3: When dropping off children in a school zone, stop and allow them to exit on the side of the car closest to the sidewalk. Never allow a child to cross mid-block. No. 4: If a vehicle is stopped in front of you or in the lane next to you, they may be yielding for a pedestrian, so be prepared to stop. No. 5: Always watch for pedestrians when you're backing up. Before you get into your vehicle, make it a habit to walk around your vehicle to ensure no small kids are behind it. And remember, children notice your driving behaviour, so set an example and drive smart.
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We all know we need nutrients like carbohydrates, fats, vitamins and iron s to lead a healthy lifestyle but how do we know the right quantity. A nutritionist recommends a list of nutrients that are required by our body and also suggests the exact amount one should eat per day. How much to consume per day: 1.1Carbohydrate 1.3 mg How much to consume per day: 40It promotes good vision and healthy 60% of your total calories skin and lack of it can lead to cracks Carbs or carbohydrates are found at the corners of the mouth, light in various food items like potatoes, sensitivity and a sore tongue. Dark banana, jackfruits, bread, cereals, green vegetables, legumes, whole sugar, etc. They perform important and enriched grain products, and functions like storing energy, and other milk, along with liver, eggs are some functions in the immune system, blood food items rich in the aforementioned clotting, etc. In recent years, carbs have vitamin. got a bad name but nutritionists suggest Vitamin C its dangerous to completely cut it out How much to consume per day: 70 from our diets. Most of them agree that to 90 mg 40-60% of your calories intake should Vitamin C helps heal wounds, come from carbs. On the other hand, excessive consumption will make you like rough skin and night blindness. and phosphate and also helps to facilitates bone and tooth formation, obese. Overconsumption on the other hand is form and maintain bones and teeth. strengthens blood vessel walls, Protein responsible for the obesity pandemic Its one nutrient that is not naturally improves immune system function, How much to consume per day: 0.8-1 were facing all around the world. present in the body. However, it can be increases absorption and utilization gm per kg of your bodyweight Ghee, butter, cream, cheese, nuts, seed, produced endogenously by the body of iron, and acts as an antioxidant. If egg, fish, chicken, pork and beef are all from cholesterol from sunlight. Its you dont take vitamin C rich food, rich in fat. also present in foods like egg yolks you can be a victim of scurvy, causing Vitamins and liver. Rickets (long, soft bowed a loss of collagen strength throughout legs), flattening of the back of the the body. Excess leads to formation of skull, osteomalacia (muscle and bone kidney stones and you may even suffer weakness), and osteoporosis (loss from diarrhea. Loss of collagen results of bone mass) are some of the major in loose teeth, bleeding and swollen diseases that one can suffer from, if gums, and improper wound healing. vitamin D is not taken. Too much of Citrus fruits like orange and lemon are it leads to slowed mental and physical known for being source of this vitamin. Your body needs protein more than growth, decreased appetite, nausea and 75 to 90 mg per day is the right quantity required by your body. any other nutrient. It is present in all vomiting. Iron your cells particularly the muscles. It Vitamin E helps regulate metabolism, support the How much to consume per day: 15 bodily systems, bolster the immune Theyre organic substances that our micrograms system and to form blood cells. If bodies can break down and alter for its They act as an antioxidant and protect youve been working out regularly need and though theyre only needed vitamins A and C and red blood cells or are into sports you need additional in small amounts, theyre essential for from destruction. They are present in protein to repair damaged tissues and our survival. There are basically two vegetable oil like soybean, corn and for building new muscle tissues. Lack kinds fat soluble (A, D, E and K) and cottonseed and is also found in egg of protein on the other hand can lead water soluble (B and C). Fat soluble yolk. Its deficiency is rare and usually to malnutrition, weight loss, thinning vitamins circulate in the blood and are occurs in premature infants. of hair, muscle soreness, weakness and stored in fatty tissue, so do not need Vitamin K lethargy. Eat pulses, legumes, nuts, to be eaten every day. Water soluble How much to consume per day: 120 How much to consume per day: Men milk and its products, chicken, fish and vitamins circulate freely but are not micrograms egg to give your body enough protein. stored, so you need to eat them more Vitamin K is required to facilitate should have 8mg, women need 18mg Fat frequently. Heres more information blood clotting and lack of it can lead Lack of it can lead to anemia, dizziness How much to consumer per day: 15- about the individual vitamins: to hemorrhaging. All leafy vegetables and fainting. Foods like beans, lentils, 25% of your total calories or maximum Vitamin A like turnip grins, spinach, cauliflower, beef and eggs are rich in iron. 3-4 servings (one serving is tablespoon) How much to consume per day: 700 cabbage and broccoli and also oils of Calcium to 900 micrograms (1 microgram is soybean, cottonseed, canola and olive How much to consume per day: 1000 mg 1/1000th of a milligram) are rich in Vitamin K. Calcium is essential for bone grown, This vitamin strengthens our immunity Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) system against infection and helps How much to consume per day: 0.8-1 strength, blood clotting, muscle contraction and the transmission of improve our vision. Food items that mg per day contain them are sweet potato (with B1 is responsible for energy production nerve signals. Absence of calcium peel), carrots, spinach, live and fish. in the body and deficiency can cause can lead to thinning and weakening of Vitamin D numbness, tingling and loss of bone. Milk, yoghurt, spinach are some How much to consume per day: 15 sensation. Its present in non-veg food food items rich in calcium. micrograms items like liver, pork and eggs and also Consume the above food items in the right amount to lead a long, healthy While its important to eat fats in Vitamin D is responsible for intestinal whole grain, bread and cereals. life. moderation, lack of it can lead to issues absorption of nutrients like calcium Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) This information is provided for knowledge and educational purposes only. Individuals should visit their physicians for more information on their health.
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The summer brings hot and sunny days, making everyones skin more oily and greasy. But this summer, you can avoid getting weather-related side effects on your skin. Below are some easy ways to manage your oily skin this summer. Avoid the Sun! In the winters we tend to add extra products to give back moisture to our skin such as cold creams and serums. Stop those extra products and use light moisturizing lotions or gels instead. You will feel more refreshed and your skin will be less oily as well! Also, make sure your products are certified as Non-Comedogenic and Oil-Free to help prevent your pores from getting clogged! Reduce the Makeup! Being out in the sun will only make you sweatier, while also exposing you to the harmful effects of UV rays. Additionally, the sun can cause a paradoxical increase in oil secretion, making your skin even greasier! During the hours of 10AM 3PM, the sun is at its strongest, emitting almost unbearable light and heat. So avoid the sun particularly during this time. Also, try to cover your head and wear sunglasses. Finally, always remember your sun block, and look for at least SPF30++ for the best sunscreen effect! Look for Salicylic Acid!
Easy Ways To Take Care Of Oily Skin This Summer
ingredient will help prevent and treat oily skin, blackheads, whiteheads, pimples and even prickly heat! So, look for a face wash and a cream with this miracle active for clearer and less oily skin! Also, a body wash with Salicylic Acid and Triclosan will help ensure that your body breakouts disappear! Dont Over Wash!
or wash your face more than twice a day. When you over wash, your skin loses much needed moisture, making it believe that it should produce more oil to give it back its hydration. So, in actuality, you end up getting more oil production over time instead of less! If you really feel sweaty and just need to take an extra shower, then use only cold water without the body wash for no more than 5 minutes. The same goes for washing your face! Change Your Routine!
While it may feel like you cant live without your foundation, in the summer weather, its best to go without. Foundation will only get runny in the hot and sunny outside conditions, resulting in it thinning and running down your face. Also, extra products on an already sweaty face can only serve to increase the clogged pores, making your skin more pimple-prone. Instead, stick to powders, tinted moisturizers or just plain concealer. Your skin will thank you at the end of the summer when your skin is clear and glowing!
Salicylic Acid is a great naturally derived active that works by exfoliating the oil producing glands and the follicles. It also reduces the amount of oil secreted by the skin! Using this
Healthy Habits For Summer Skin

Beauty is deeper than skin, and layers of make-up cant hide that fact. Truly glowing skin is healthy from within, and women blessed with it would need make-up only to enhance their features; not to mask flaws. Summer demands that you let your pores breathe by going easy on the foundation and rouge. Why not use this opportunity to take up a few healthy habits that will get your skin glowing without artificial methods? Exfoliate your skin once a week. Scrubbing doesnt only help you to get rid of dry flaky skin but also improves circulation and helps rejuvenate epidermis. Here are five more habits your skin would thank you for adopting: 1. Tone your skin. Toning is important after cleansing to get soft nourished skin. For a home-made toner add a pinch of camphor and few drops of Vitamin E oil to rose water, and use it
Although we feel sweatier during the hot weather, it is not healthy to shower
daily. 2. Moisturise daily. It is crucial to keep your skin hydrated to retain its dewy glow and to prevent wrinkles. Banana, coconut milk and honey are excellent hydrators easily available in the kitchen. 3. Aim to get 6 to 8 glasses of water a day. Water clears your skin, replenishes skin tissues, flushes out toxins and increases elasticity. 4. Eat a balanced diet rich in vitamins, minerals and fibre. Unbalanced diets and junk food not only create deficiencies, but lead to a build-up of toxins in the body. This in turn hampers efficient functioning of the various systems in your body. 5. Your skin is a window to your health, both emotionally and physically. Smile genuinely. Indulge in a hobby. Spend quality time with friends and family and lead a stress-free lifestyle.
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TIMES SPORTS
Dreketi Hosts 2nd Leg
The Dreketi side will host the second leg of the 2013 Fiji Sun GP Batteries Premier division playoffs which will be held next weekend. Dreketi and Nasinu played to a 1-1 draw last Friday afternoon at the USP ground, Suva during the opening leg. While the second leg will be played in Vanua Levu, the venue and match schedule will be released next week. National league board secretary Amitesh Pal says the week off will give both sides ample time to prepare. It must have been tiring for the teams taking part in the Inkk Battle of the Giants premier competition and then the first leg last week, Pal said. The short break will surely give both teams time to reflect on the first leg and focus on the second encounter which should bring forward a lot of excitement. Following the 1-1 draw, a win for either side should see them crowned the 2013 Fiji Sun GP Batteries Premier division football league champion. We will be assessing the ground conditions in Labasa and in Dreketi before finalising the venue, Pal said.
Ba rep Avinesh Swamy The champion Ba side is heading to Ba will play New Zealand A on Friday New Zealand later next month for a September 20, 2013 and Auckland City two-friendly match tour. on September 25, 2013. Ba side is on Bob Kumar, the Fiji Football a high at the moment after recently Association chief executive officer retaining the Inkk Mobile Battle of says Ba will play against the New the Giants and Fiji Sun GP Batteries Zealand A and Auckland City side. National Football League titles. Kumar confirmed that the New Zealand The relationship between NZ Fiji FA Fiji Football Association INC- an INC and Fiji FA continues to grow as affiliated Fiji FA member- is organising this will be the third joint venture. the two match tour and catering all the Last year four local sides were invited costs. for the inaugural Pacific Cup in NZ. Both matches will be played at Bill Earlier this year the NZ Fiji FA INC McKinley Park in NZ. hosted a Veterans event at Prince Mohammed Asaf, the NZ Fiji FA INC Charles Park in Nadi. CEO confirmed the tour. Fixtures: NZ Fiji FA INC will play host to the Friday September 20, 2013 Ba side and its officials. We are taking Ba vs. New Zealand A all the necessary arrangements and Bill McKinley Park costs for this tour, Asaf said. 7.30pm For the entire period of the tour, Wednesday September 25, 2013 NZ Fiji FA INC will accommodate Ba vs. Auckland City FC the Ba side with accommodation, Bill McKinley Park transportation and meals, he said. 7.30pm
The Nasinu side
Lethal Fijian international striker Roy Krishna scored a brace of goals as his Waitakere City side beat Melville United 4-1 in the semifinal of the ASB Chatham Cup last weekend played at Gower Park, Hamilton, New Zealand. Krishna scored a goal in each half. Earlier this season, Krishna signed a mid-season contract with Waitakere City which ruled him out of the Fiji Football Association Inkk Mobile Battle of the Giants tournament. A report on official NZ Football website stated that Melville United ultimately fell at the penultimate hurdle, but the second tier side made Waitakere earn their win. It further states that a goal from dangerman Krishna in the 25th minute and a contentious penalty for handball converted on the stroke of halftime by
Roys Waitakere In Chatham Final
Rory Turner silenced the Gower Park faithful, but Garmon Hafal closed the gap in the 52nd minute after strong defensive pressure. Substitute Meneua Fakasega took the wind out of Melvilles fight back in the 79th minute before Krishna wrapped up the win two minutes later with his second of the day. We got exactly what we expected, said Waitakere City coach Colin Tuaa. It was a battle and we had to dig in early and weather what they threw at us. We scored a good goal then a timely one just before halftime and were able to wrap it up with those second half goals. Three-time Winners City will face Cashmere Technical in the 86th final of the ASB Chatham Cup on September 15.
TIMES
Healthy Ryan Kesler Feeling Luongo No Longer Seeking Trade Good About Upcoming Vancouver From Canucks Vancouver Canucks goaltender can ask for at this point," Luongo said. Roberto Luongo said he did not "With Marty there, obviously [Cory's] Canucks Season continue to request a trade away from probably going to have to share the
the team when he met with general manager Mike Gillis this summer. "Not in July, no," Luongo told TSN in an interview released Saturday. "Obviously at that point, there was not many ways to go about it, and we just had a chat about the future of the team, and myself, and all that kind of stuff, and we'll see where that goes." Luongo was visited in Florida by Gillis after the June 30 trade that sent Cory Schneider to the New Jersey Devils and reinstated Luongo as Vancouver's No. 1 goalie. Luongo had been on the market for more than a year and thought the team would part with him, not Schneider. In the first portion of the interview with James Duthie, shown Friday on "SportsCentre," Luongo said he explored having his contract with the Canucks voided and walking away from about $40 million remaining on it. Saturday, he told Duthie he has no bitterness toward Gillis or owner Francesco Aquilini. "Not at all," Luongo said. "I think ... they're doing their jobs, and I'm doing mine. I mean that's the business. And I've got nothing personal against Mike or Mr. Auqilini. "Like Mike said, when he came down here to visit me in July, we had a meeting and we talked, and we were professional about it. We did laugh, and [were] courteous. That's the way I like to conduct business. I don't see it any other way than that." Luongo said he felt more fortunate than Schneider, who finds himself in a new platoon with Devils goalie Martin Brodeur. "In a way I'm kind of lucky because I get to start and play, which is all you
TIMES SPORTS
Vancouver Canuck Ryan Kesler (second from left) with fellow prospective Olympians Trevor Lewis (far left), Patrick Kane and Jack Johnson (far right) at the U.S. Olympic mens hockey team orientation camp in Arlington, Va., For the first time in forever or least Roberto Luongo will put the teams a couple of years Ryan Kesler will goaltending soap opera behind him and be coming to training camp completely play well this season as the Canucks healthy. No. 1 guy. In an interview from this weeks U.S. It was nice having two elite Olympic orientation camp in Arlington, goaltenders like we had, but theres Va., Kesler said hes feeling great. only one net, Kesler said.Its tough to Yeah, two years, finally healthy, see a good friend like Cory (Schneider) Kesler told the NHL Network. It go. He was well-liked by everyone in feels good to have a full summer of that locker-room. Thats the business training under my belt for the first time side of the game. in who knows how long. Its positive, Roberto is an all-star goaltender and everything is positive on my front. is more than capable of taking over That is good news for the Canucks, that job. Hes proved it before and hes who need to see the Kesler of old if going to prove it again. they are to be serious Stanley Cup Kesler also sounded excited about contenders this season. the prospect of playing under new Kesler had a 41-goal, 73-point season Vancouver coach John Tortorella. and won the Frank J. Selke Trophy in The two are not complete strangers. helping lead the Canucks to the Stanley Kesler played on the 2010 U.S. Cup finals in 2011. But his production Olympic team and Tortorella was an has dropped off dramatically since then assistant coach. and he has battled a series of injuries. I have spoken to him a couple of times In 2011-12, Kesler had 22 goals and 49 and he is going to hold everybody points. Kesler was recovering from two accountable, which I like, Kesler said. off-season surgeries last season and He expects hard work and he expects played just 17 regular-season games. everybody to play the same way, which He had four goals and 13 points. is hard, intense work and everybody Kesler expressed confidence that blocks shots. Its going to be good.
Jack Reddy.
net, which kind of [stinks] for a guy like [Schneider] who's ready to be a superstar in this League." Luongo said expressing humor on Twitter as @Strombone1 helped him deal with the speculation and ultimate result. "It has been a tough year emotionally, but at the same time there's a lot of things in life that are far worse than that, and that's the way I kind of deal with my situations; I try to make light of it, make fun of it," the 34-year-old said. "It helps me handle it better." He also said on TSN.ca that Canucks fans should not worry about his mindset heading into this season. "My heart's always in it. Whatever I'm doing, I'm a competitor, I like to win, and I really hate to lose more than I like to win, probably," Luongo said. "... That's the way I am, and that's the way I was built. "So was this an ideal situation for me two months ago? No, obviously not, that's not what I wanted. But at the same time, when I'm on the ice, I'm 100 percent committed to winning and I've got 20 guys in the locker room that I respect enormously, that it wouldn't be fair to them to not be in it 100 percent." Luongo said he is hopeful he will be the goaltender for Canada at the 2014 Sochi Olympics. He won the gold-medal game at the 2010 Vancouver Olympics and was invited to orientation camp, which begins Aug. 25 in Calgary. "That's one of my main goals for this year," Luongo said of being Canada's starter. "Remember four years ago, what a great moment that was in all of Canada. So if I get a chance, I'd love the opportunity again to represent my country, no doubt."
Suva To Decide On Foreign Players

Suva Football Association will call an executive meeting next week over Fiji FA's decision to ban foreign players from all their sanctioned competitions. Association president Mahen Prasad said they will need to make a collective decision. However, on a personal note, Prasad does not support the decision, maintaining that foreign players should be allowed to play in local football. The overseas players should be allowed to play in Fiji because they are experienced players and know a lot about football, he said. Their services are vital for the teams. Their input will also lift the standard of football in the country. Prasad further said that overseas players are talented and are an asset to the teams
Labasa have expressed their support for Fiji FA's no-foreign player policy which comes into effect next season. Association president Rayaz Khan said they fully support Fiji FA in that regard adding that their overseas duo of David Muta and Koriak Upaiga have returned to Papua New Guinea to rejoin their clubs. But, we are looking forward to having
Labasa Backs Foreign Player Policy
them back for the IDC, he said. The Babasiga Lions also confirmed that they will be retaining the coaching expertise of Arthur Simmons and Johnny Williams. They have worked hard at the BOG tournament and they will continue to coach the side. Presently, Labasa FA have turned their focus to completing their local league competition.
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